July 12 PCFYI: Vaccines after vacay, a returning workforce leader and recycling rhetoric

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Friday, July 12, 2024 — Vol. 9, No. 13

A child getting a vaccine from the Pima County Health Department

Parents are putting together their back-to-school lists, and the Pima County Health Department is asking them to make sure vaccinations are on it. Here's how Pima County can help you get them.

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Welcome back: Meares passionate about return as WIB chair

Aric Meares

Aric Meares didn’t hesitate when asked to be the chairman of Pima County’s Workforce Investment Board a second time. Recently elected, Meares began his second stint as chairman on July 1, ready to tackle different challenges from his first term. Learn more about his vision is for the board's future.

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Green Geek looks at soda cans, unwanted paintings and 'unrecyclable' plastics

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Is there a way to recycle used candy wrappers and potato chip bags? What should you do with that old painting in your spare room? Do you need to crumple up an empty soda can before recycling it? The Green Geek is ready to answer your questions about all things green!

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County offering early morning, evening events

Bat

It's too hot to go outside most of the time these days. But Pima County is offering several activities that will keep you cool while getting some time outdoors. Check out the Bat Walk at Agua Caliente Park on Monday evening. And early risers can go birding at Cienega Creek on Tuesday morning or at Agua Caliente the following day.

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A friendly reminder to stay cool amid the summer heat

A thermometer in front of the courthouse

Temperatures have been hitting triple digits, making every Pima County resident more vulnerable to heat-related illnesses. The Pima County Health Department knows all about how to handle this weather and keep yourself and your loved ones safe.

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Send us your favorite Pima County photos!

A rattlesnake on the Loop

We love it when our readers share photos like these! If you find something cool (or creepy and crawly), we want your photos too. Help our social media team show off your adventures in the County we love, no matter whether you're on a trail, at a County park, caught in odd weather or pulling some shenanigans on the job. Email your photos to SM-PimaCounty@pima.gov and include a short caption. These images will be featured on Facebook and Instagram.

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Music lovers, stream local music at your library!

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Pima County Public Library is excited to announce the launch of Desert Streams, a locally sourced streaming service.

Featuring more than 20 artists in genres from world music and blues to folk and pop-rock, music lovers will find much to enjoy on Desert Streams. 

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