County’s Ranch Education Program provides hands-on experience for youth
For many people, the word ranching might summon up vivid memories of Arizona’s past, from herds of stampeding cattle to rustic old barns.
But in Pima County, ranching is also the future.
Pima County Conservation Lands & Resources works with the University of Arizona’s Cooperative Extension 4-H to offer a ranch education program. The program is designed to spur interested youth – no pun intended – to pursue careers in sustainable ranching, agriculture, and range and natural resource management.
Youth On Their Own earns Pima County's top small business honor
For 40 years, Youth On Their Own has helped young people experiencing homelessness in Pima County overcome obstacles, stay in school and earn their high school diplomas.
Now, the Tucson nonprofit has been named the Best Overall Small Business in the 2026 Pima County Small Business Commission Awards, recognizing its commitment to the community, the young people it serves and the employees who make its work possible. YOTO employs 40 people and works with staff at more than 100 Pima County schools to support students experiencing homelessness who lack the care of a parent or long-term guardian.
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SkillBridge program links military members to civilian careers
Randle Johnson has known nothing but military life for the last 21 years, but as his separation date from the Air Force approached, he realized he could use some real-world work experience as part of his transition back to civilian life.
Enter Pima County via a federal program called SkillBridge.
The program enables service members within 120 days of transitioning out of the military to gain valuable civilian work experience through specific industry training, apprenticeships, or internships — and it's a win-win for all involved.
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Have your early ballot for the Nov. 3 General Election? You have several options for returning it, including by mail, secure drop box or at an early voting site or Election Day Vote Center. A new ID-verified drop-off process is also available. All ballots must be received by 7 p.m. Election Day. Learn about your options and find locations.
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District 1 supervisor holding
community forums
District 1 Supervisor Rex Scott is holding two town halls with staff from several Public Works departments Nov. 12 and Nov. 18. All are welcome to the free events.
Thursday, Nov. 12 – 6-7:30 p.m.
Dusenberry-River Library Meeting Room
5605 E. River Road, Suite 105
Featuring Pima County Department of Transportation and Development Services.
Wednesday, Nov. 18 - 6-7:30 p.m.
Location: Pima Community College NW Campus, Room A108
7600 N. Shannon Road
Featuring Pima County Conservation Lands & Resources, Parks & Recreation, and the Regional Flood Control District.
For more information, email District1@pima.gov or call 520-724-2738.
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PACC offers free adoption coupons for
trick-or-treaters
Halloween is right around the corner and Pima Animal Care Center (PACC) is hoping everyone will share a no-cal treat along with their sweets when the ghouls and goblins knock on their door this year. Hence, the shelter has created some free adoption coupons to hand out on Halloween night.
Candy preppers can download the coupons online, then clip and drop them in trick-or-treaters’ bags. The shelter will also host a Halloween-themed event Oct. 31 from 10 a.m. to 4:30 p.m., offering free adoptions on all pets at PACC’s Silverbell location.
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Run, Pima County, run!
Last fall’s Garmin Marathon was such a success, it’ll be back for another year, allowing runners and walkers to pound the pavement this Nov. 8.
Participants don’t need to be marathon runners to take part. The event features the full marathon course, a half marathon option, a 10K and a 5K.
It takes a lot of people to put on an event like this. Sign up to volunteer. You'll get a packet at the event.
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