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Margarita Robles knows what it’s like to want to make a change but not have the support to make it happen.
Then she connected with services offered through Pima County, notably its Community & Workforce Development Department. Those services, Robles said, helped change the direction of her life. Robles shared her story at an Aug. 24 event that highlighted the first-year success of the County's One Pima Initiative.
Board of Supervisors Chair to be honored as 2026 Women Achievers of Arizona
The Arizona Capitol Times has named Pima County Board of Supervisors Chair Jennifer Allen as one of its 31 honorees for its 2026 Women Achievers of Arizona award.
Allen will join honorees spanning eight industries, from healthcare executives to elected officials to nonprofit founders, at an Oct. 8 luncheon in Phoenix.
Her award is in the Government and Public Service category. More than 100 women were nominated for the Women Achievers honor.
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Pima County Transportation’s improvements enhance safety along Gates Pass Road
When monsoon rains damaged the road that leads to some of Tucson's most spectacular views, the Pima County Transportation Department was quick to respond.
In the aftermath of a late August storm, the department closed Gates Pass Road from Kinney Road to Via Scaramuzzo for several days to repair pavement that had been washed away and install ford walls to make the road safer for drivers.
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Remembering 9/11 after 25 years
This week, Pima County joins the rest of the nation in marking the 25th anniversary of the tragic events of Sept. 11, 2001. This is a time of reflection, as the community pays tribute to the nearly 3,000 lives that were lost in the terrorist attacks on the World Trade Center and the Pentagon, honors the first responders who died in the line of duty, and recognizes the families whose lives were changed forever that day.
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Make pima.vote your election headquarters
The 2026 General Election is coming Nov. 3, and there’s one website Pima County voters should bookmark now: pima.vote.
Think of pima.vote as your election headquarters — a one-stop resource that brings together the information you need to get ready to vote, cast your ballot and follow the results.
Whether you vote early, vote by mail or head to a Vote Center on Election Day, pima.vote can help you make a plan.
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Green Geek mulls over magnets, junk mail and flags
What should you do when you get tired of looking at that souvenir Disneyland magnet on your fridge? Is it safe to recycle junk mail without opening it? What’s the best way to respectfully retire an old American flag? The Green Geek is ready to answer your questions about all things green!
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PACC hosts adoption event Sept. 19 with Twilight 'New Moon' theme
Calling all Twilight fans! Pima Animal Care Center is hosting a special Twilight "New Moon"-themed adoption event on Saturday, Sept. 19, at their location on Silverbell Road.
For one day only, adoption fees will be waived for all pets, including kittens and puppies, with extended hours from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. (There is a $20 licensing fee for all dogs and puppies.) Attendees can also enjoy Twilight-themed mocktails, giveaways, and more.
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Embrace healthy habits during
Walk 'N' Roll to School Week
The Pima County Department of Environmental Quality Clean Air Program is calling on local schools, students and parents to lace up their sneakers and grab their helmets for Walk 'N' Roll to School Week, Oct. 26-30. Held annually in October, the initiative is designed to encourage students to embrace active transportation, such as walking, biking, scootering, or skating for their daily school commute. Parents are encouraged to talk to their schools about getting involved.
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Help plan the future of Silverbell Road
The Pima County Department of Transportation will be making improvements to Silverbell Road and is looking for volunteers from the surrounding community to serve on a Community Advisory Committee. Proposed improvements include road widening, drainage improvements, paved shoulders, environmental/cultural mitigation, and multi-use paths.
All applications will be reviewed, and the selected committee members will represent a cross section of businesses, property owners, homeowners, and neighborhood associations in the project area. All applications are due by Sept. 18, 2026.
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Registration open for Ted Walker Youth Day
Registration is now open for the 35th annual Ted Walker Youth Day, scheduled for Jan. 21, 2027, at Old Tucson Studios.
The long-running event features educational displays and presentations in the spirit of an Old West environment and will include vendors such as Pima County Public Library, Pima County Parks & Recreation, and Arizona Game & Fish. Registration is open to 3rd, 4th, 5th and 6th grade students in public, private and charter schools and homeschool groups. Space is limited, so educators should register online as soon as possible. The registration deadline is Jan. 2, 2027, or until full.
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Celebrate Mes de la Cultura with the Library
Mes de la Cultura is also known as Hispanic Heritage Month. Pima County Public Library uses the term Mes de la Cultura to include all communities with ties to Latin America and the Caribbean. There are diverse cultural groups and different languages spoken throughout the continent (and surrounding islands), and some of these groups might not fit neatly within the label “Hispanic.” The Library's Nuestras Raíces team is participating in several events during Mes de la Culturam, including an El Grito (Mexican Independence Day) event at Richard Elías-Mission Library Sept. 16.
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