After months with almost no precipitation, the mountains above the canyon got a shock of rain and snow in early March. Cyr, who hikes Sabino often, heard that another hiker had seen water high in the ...

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Beyond the saguaros, an intricate web of life flourishes. Mesquite and palo verde trees provide shade and sustenance while blooming ocotillo and prickly pear cacti attract pollinators like ...

Welcome to a new era of outdoor design. In this member-only report, AD PRO taps industry vets for their insights on green ...

With over two million cacti dotting the landscape in southeastern Arizona, Saguaro National Park is a must-visit location any time of the year. But in the springtime, the saguaros and a variety of ...

Local chefs, restaurants, and even museums are telling the story of Indigenous and colonial histories through food.

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Here's why this study says its so dangerous In 1979, Tucson resident Lowes was the principal author of an economic analysis that, he said, correctly predicted the Palo Verde plant would end up ...