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Pima County has not forgotten about what is sometimes called The Forgotten War.
On the sun-drenched morning of Nov. 12, Pima County unveiled the restoration of the vandalized Korean War Memorial, as well as the Gold Star Families Memorial Monument at the Veterans Gold Star Family Park.
The County invited veterans to an informal reception at the Kino Veterans Memorial Park, on the corner of E. Ajo Way and S. Forgeus Ave., across from Kino Veterans Memorial Stadium.
During peak trail use season, the Steve Anderson Sweetwater Trailhead sees as many as 500 users a day, making it Pima County’s most-visited trailhead. Until recently, however, the trailhead was home to an unmarked parking lot and was also plagued by chronic puddles and potholes, not to mention a narrow entry road.
No longer. Conservation Lands & Resources recently completed a renovation project at the trailhead, intended to address erosion, enhance stormwater management, and improve accessibility for visitors.
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Adoptions, free prizes on tap at Pima Animal Care's Fall Festival Nov. 16
Pima Animal Care Center’s third annual Fall Festival kicks off on Sunday, Nov. 16, from noon to 4 p.m., with games, music, food and more. Adoption fees will be waived for all animals. Dog adopters will go home with a doggie jacket and fall-themed stuffed animal, while cat adopters will take home a blanket and cat toy. Come meet your new best friend today!
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Green Geek deals with dishwashers, windshield wipers and mirrors
Has your dishwasher rinsed and dried its last fork? Are your car’s windshield wipers ready for retirement? Have you been reflecting on what to do with that old mirror in your attic? The Green Geek is ready to answer your questions about all things green!
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County lifeguard training open through February 2026
Pima County Parks & Recreation is looking for lifeguards! The County’s aquatics team employs approximately 150 lifeguards at its nine pools every summer. It’s a great opportunity to learn lifesaving skills, gain invaluable experience, and get a rewarding summer job.
Training is open through February 2026, but prospective lifeguards must take a swim skills assessment before training. The next assessment is scheduled for Saturday, Nov. 15, and participants must register by the end of the day on Nov. 14. Fill out the employment interest form and click the link below for more information.
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Planning for Parks & Recreation’s future
Friday, Nov. 14 is the last day that Pima County residents can take a short online survey to share their thoughts about the draft of the County's Parks & Recreation Master Plan. The plan is a 20-year roadmap designed to guide the future of the County’s parks, facilities and recreation programs, from expansion and improvement of current facilities to the programs' long-term sustainability.
Review the draft plan and take the survey at the link below.
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Honoring a heroic PACC pup
November is Adopt a Senior Pet Month, and at 10 years old, Cooper is a member of Pima Animal Care Center’s Mature Mutts group. This big fluffball might be 109 pounds, but he is very much a gentle giant. Because Cooper is so easily handled and friendly, he recently donated blood to help another ill dog at PACC. Cooper is a Great Pyrenees, and he certainly lives up to his breed’s reputation for having a protective nature.
Happily, Cooper was recently adopted, but there are still many other pups at PACC who are still looking for their forever homes.
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Start saving your cooking grease for Jan. 10 collection event
Pima County Wastewater Reclamation is gearing up for its annual grease collection drive, and it’s never too early to start saving! If the cooler weather is encouraging you to cook bigger, heartier meals, be sure to set aside any leftover grease and let it cool. Then, put it in an airtight container and bring it to a grease drop-off location near you on Jan. 10, 2026.
Not only does this help keep grease from clogging up your drain, but all of the collected grease will also be recycled into clean-burning biodiesel fuel. You’ll be protecting both your pipes and the planet!
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