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State to sell Marana prison

1 week ago | tucsonlocalmedia.com | Bob Christie

Arizona has cut a deal to sell the shuttered private prison it owns north of Tucson to the Utah-based company that ran it until the state closed it at the end of 2023. The development comes as the state House overwhelmingly rejected a proposal to lease it for $1 a year to the federal government to house people for immigration violations. The prison is being sold to Utah-based Management and Training Corp.
The Mavericks defy genres on recordings, live

1 week ago | tucsonlocalmedia.com | Alan Sculley

The Mavericks have never been a country band. Sure, The Mavericks received a pair of Country Music Association awards, three Academy of Country Music awards and a Best Country album Grammy back in the ’90s. They’ve seen songs like “What A Crying Shame,” “Oh What a Thrill” and “Here Comes the Rain” run up the country charts. But, stylistically and culturally, The Mavericks aren’t just country.
Buried in Laundry: Poplin comes to the rescue

1 week ago | tucsonlocalmedia.com | Karen Schaffner

As an entrepreneur, Mort Fertel, the CEO and co-founder of Poplin, recognizes a good business idea when he hears it. One day, his wife offered one. “My wife was home with our five kids buried in laundry,” he said. “She said, ‘This is crazy. I can tap an app and get to the airport, FaceTime someone on the other side of the world, but I’m still doing laundry like my grandmother.” Fertel agreed. “Technology has transformed every aspect of our lives,” he said.
Things to Do: May Calendar

1 week ago | tucsonlocalmedia.com | Karen Schaffner

THURSDAY, MAY 1Richard F. Caris Mirror Lab Tours, daily through May 16, 1 p.m. and 3 p.m., University of Arizona, 933 N. Cherry Avenue, $25 adults, $20 students, mirrorlab.arizona.eduWild West Day Park at Old Tucson, Wednesday through Sunday, open through May 11, 10:30 a.m. to 5 p.m., Old Tucson, 201 Kinney Road, ticket prices vary, oldtucson.com Beach Blanket Bee-Bop, various times through June 1, Gaslight Theatre, 7010 E.
Safety First: Technology is tranforming fall prevention

1 week ago | tucsonlocalmedia.com | Christina Fuoco

AI technology is changing senior care, boasting a significant reduction in falls at Park Senior Villas – La Cañada. Helpany’s AI-powered radar device Paul has helped caregivers to reduce falls by 67% in three consecutive months. Park Senior Villas implemented the Paul devices to identify at-risk residents by analyzing their motion patterns and providing real-time preventive notifications to caregivers.
Workout Anytime builds success in Tucson

2 weeks ago | tucsonlocalmedia.com | Karen Schaffner

Jason and Melissa Lobaugh happily and hopefully took over ownership of Workout Anytime, a 24-hour gym in Beaverton, Oregon, in 2019. They had never owned a business before; Jason was a police officer, and Melissa had 26 years of experience as a dental assistant. Two months later, the world came to a standstill. No one went out and everything closed. COVID-19 had come to town. “The guy I bought it from was a friend of mine and he must have had some sort of prophetic vision,” Jason said.
How Tucson’s arts sector is weathering a turbulent era

2 weeks ago | tucsonlocalmedia.com | Jimmy Magahern

As federal funding cuts and policy shifts ripple across the U.S., many arts and cultural organizations are bracing for – or already feeling – the fallout. In particular, the rollback of support for diversity, equity and inclusion (DEI) initiatives, along with heightened scrutiny of the National Endowment for the Arts, National Endowment for the Humanities and the Institute of Museum and Library Services, has shaken confidence in longstanding support structures.
Tony Kishman plays Macca’s classic tunes

2 weeks ago | tucsonlocalmedia.com | Ed Condran

Much like Jojo, the protagonist from The Beatles’ “Get Back,” Tony Kishman left his home in Tucson, Arizona, for some California grass. Kishman did get back to where he once belonged. However, the singer-songwriter’s experience in Los Angeles changed his life.
Athlete of the Week: Kaia Siego

3 weeks ago | tucsonlocalmedia.com | Tom Danehy

Someday, I’ll do a full profile on Kaia Siego, an Amphi High freshman. She’s a straight-A student and a three-sport athlete whose personal tachometer is redlined at all times. However, right now, we’re going to take a closer look at a few weeks in the life of her left knee. She’s not really sure when she injured it. The knee was fine throughout the Panther football season, when Kaia was a varsity cheerleader.
Immersive Experience: Odds are Barenaked Ladies are enjoying shows, too

3 weeks ago | tucsonlocalmedia.com | Christina Fuoco

The reciprocal energy between musicians and fans brings them closer, fostering a deep connection that enhances the concert experience. The Canadian pop band Barenaked Ladies knows this all too well. Besides hits like “If I Had a Million Dollars” and “One Week,” Barenaked Ladies’ live shows feature impromptu riffs — and breakdancing. It’s all in the name of fun.