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A bright yellow bird flickers through the air and perches on a tiny branch. It’s one of the only signs of movement in this peaceful patch of undeveloped desert land, which rambles across nearly 48 acres between Rita Road and Old Vail Road, just north of the Julian Wash.
But this isn’t just any old land — it’s an enormous detention basin, newly engineered to recharge the local aquifer.
Once the first drops of the summer rains start to fall, this basin will quietly but steadily begin doing its job — thanks to a partnership between the Pima County Regional Flood Control District and the City of Tucson.
Preserving the natural beauty of the Sonoran Desert and its various ecosystems has long been one of Pima County’s most important priorities. As the County seeks to update its 10-year comprehensive land plan, Pima Prospers, protection of open space lands remains one of the plan’s key topics.
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County pools ready to reopen for summer fun
Pima County's pools will open this Saturday, May 24, for the 2025 summer season. Admission to all pools is $1 for children 17 and under and $3 for adults 18 and up. Pima County Parks and Recreation operates nine public pools and two splash pads through its aquatics program. Stay safe and have fun!
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National recognition for
Pima County's perfect night skies
Everyone's talking about Pima County's fantastic stargazing opportunities! In the May 26 issue of People, the Tucson Astro Trail ranked at No. 1 on the national magazine's list of "25 Things to Do, See and Eat This Summer." National Geographic recently named Tucson a "world capital of astronomy," calling it one of the best places for star buffs. Travel + Leisure magazine also highlighted the Astro Trail in a May article.
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National 529 Day highlights power of
education savings
When it comes to setting up our kids — and our families — for a bright future, few things are as powerful as education. But education isn’t always affordable for all, and tuition and fees add up fast.
That’s where 529 accounts come in. Here's how these special savings accounts can help families prepare for education costs — and how it relates to Pima County's Prosperity Initiative.
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Just in time for warm weather, the Southern Arizona Heritage & Visitor Center Gift Shop is offering a free blue halcyon vacuum 17 oz. water bottle with any $10 purchase. It's part of Visit Tucson's digital Summer Streetcar Savings Pass, which offers summer deals at dozens of businesses located near the streetcar line.
To redeem the offer, sign up at the link below and then show the coupon at the time of your purchase.
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'It’s a light when times are dark'
The Pima County Public Library’s Our Space is a program designed for library patrons who are experiencing homelessness. It provides them with an opportunity to gather in a welcoming place, share a friendly meal, and build a space for community and connections. In this blog post, PCPL Community Relations Manager Holly Schaffer reveals what a difference the program has made for the individuals it serves.
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