Madison Thomas

Tucson

Reporter at KGUN-TV (Tucson, AZ)

Reporter at KWBA-TV (Tucson, AZ)

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Articles

Soaring over Southern Arizona to a national championship

2 days ago | kgun9.com | Madison Thomas

MARANA, Ariz. (KGUN) — Soaring through the Southern Arizona sky for a chance to represent the United States at the international level is what has brought pilots from all over the country to Marana for an eleven-day event. The Tucson Soaring Club is hosting the Soaring Society of America’s national competition for gliders with 15-meter wingspans. “Each day is pushing the edges of my ability,” said Chuck Pinney.
Small aircraft, big impact: single-engine air tanker base in Marana

6 days ago | kgun9.com | Madison Thomas

MARANA, Ariz. (KGUN) — The Arizona Department of Forestry and Fire Management relies on a multitude of resources when battling fires — some of those resources are currently based out of the Marana Regional Airport. From its single-engine air tanker (SEAT) base, four Air Tractor 802-As, which can travel 140 to 150 miles an hour, are dispatched to fires.
'Mini Me Sports' program this weekend in Marana

1 week ago | kgun9.com | Madison Thomas

MARANA, Ariz. (KGUN) — If you have a toddler, age three to five, who is ready to start participating in sports, the Town of Marana Parks and Recreation department is hosting a session of its ‘Mini Me Sports’ program this weekend. The program is created for you and your toddler to spend time with each other while participating in P.E.-style activities like soccer and T-Ball.
Growth of Marana: Latest development projects coming to the town

1 week ago | kgun9.com | Madison Thomas

MARANA, Ariz. (KGUN) — With the Marana Aquatic and Recreation Center opening earlier this month and plans announced for a new downtown district directly across the street, you may feel like you’re constantly hearing about new things coming to Marana – and here’s a look at some more. Some of the development projects across Marana neighborhoods:Near I-10 and Sandario:Dunkin’ Donuts/Baskin-Robbins, 13952 N.
Pima County Board of Supervisors opposes reduction of Ironwood Forest

1 week ago | kgun9.com | Madison Thomas

MARANA, Ariz. (KGUN) — The Pima County Board of Supervisors recently voted 4 to 1 to oppose any reduction of the Ironwood Forest National Monument for resource extraction, following a report from The Washington Post stating the Trump administration is considering shrinking six national monuments in the west to encourage energy developments. This year marks the 25th anniversary of the Ironwood Forest National Monument, about 25 miles northwest of Tucson, and spans almost 130,000 acres.
Prepping for Memorial Day at South Lawn Cemetery

1 week ago | kgun9.com | Madison Thomas

TUCSON, Ariz. (KGUN) — Ahead of Memorial Day on Monday, people from several organizations were out Saturday morning prepping the South Lawn Cemetery on the Southside. Flags were placed on the graves of all veterans, which is something Gregory Harrell, State Senior Vice Commander of the Arizona VFW, says is done by organizations at almost every cemetery. “A lot of soldiers before me and after us are going to sacrifice the ultimate for this country,” he said.
Oracle family loses their home to Cody Fire

2 weeks ago | kgun9.com | Madison Thomas

Chloe Jeffrey and her fiancé were running their sandwich shop, ‘Simply Sandwiches’, in Oracle like normal on Wednesday afternoon, when their lives changed forever. They had been concerned about the Cedar Fire and had loaded up a trailer with some of their belongings in case they needed to evacuate, but by Wednesday, their worries were gone. “We went to work the next day (Wednesday), unhooked everything from our vehicles, didn’t have anything packed anymore and came to work,” Jeffrey said.
I Bake Therefore I Am?

2 weeks ago | medium.com | Madison Thomas

My mental health is hinging on a large mixing bowl and a whiskI am going through a break up. Not one of your standard, garden variety break ups, but one of those gut wrenching, cry-yourself-to-sleep, I want to throw up constantly kind of break ups. My happy place has always been my kitchen, indeed I know when i’m in love when I get the uncontrollable urge to make lasagne.
Neighbors step up to help those impacted by the Cody Fire

2 weeks ago | kgun9.com | Madison Thomas

ORACLE — As the Cody fire, now spanning over 1,200 acres according to the Coronado National Forest, continues near Oracle, more than 1,100 people have been advised to evacuate. FULL COVERAGE: UPDATE: Cody Fire at 5% containment, more than 1,200 acresIn this devastating time for many in the area, residents have stepped up to help neighbors in need. Thursday morning, Jon Simons was walking down the side of American Avenue in Oracle with his friend’s horse, Callie.
Computer and smartphone classes offered in Marana for seniors

2 weeks ago | kgun9.com | Madison Thomas

MARANA, Ariz. (KGUN) — The Town of Marana and We Care Tucson have teamed up to provide technology classes to help seniors learn more about using their devices. The classes, held at the Marana Community Center at Ora Mae Harn Park, teach computer and smartphone skills. The class is free for all members of the town’s senior program, while non-members can purchase a day pass for $2 to attend the class. Advance sign-up is encouraged and can be done by calling (520) 382-1950.