COVID-19 TUCSON

Will Tumamoc Hill Be Closed Again?

By Steve Kosachik – Ward 6, Council Member  When the pandemic hit us in full force, the UA was forced to shut down Tumamoc Hill to walkers/joggers. That happened on March 18th.  It’s an extremely popular place for people to go out and get some exercise. The shutdown was because, given the number of people […]
COVID-19

Covid-10 Update

As of today, July 13, Arizona now has 123,824 positive coronavirus cases, with 1,357 new cases reported today. The total number of cases includes people who have recovered. Of that number, 11,856 cases are in Pima County. There have been 2,245 COVID-19 deaths in Arizona, and 327 of those occurred in Pima County. Meanwhile, the […]
COVID-19 TUCSON

Pima County hosts free COVID-19 testing center

The Pima County Health Department and Paradigm Laboratories began free COVID-19 testing today, July 13, at the Kino Event Center, 2805 E. Ajo Way. Testing is by appointment only. To register for a test, you can visit the link below. You can also call (800) 369-3584 to schedule an appointment. No walk-in tests will be […]
ARIZONA COVID-19

Covid-10 update

As of today, July 10, Arizona now has 116,892 positive coronavirus cases, with 4,221 new cases reported today. The total number of cases includes people who have recovered. Of that number, 11,172 cases are in Pima County. There have been 2,082 COVID-19 deaths in Arizona, and 313 of those occurred in Pima County. Meanwhile, the […]
TUCSON

Excessive heat expected in coming days

Tucson’s summer is about to kick into full gear, with temperatures gradually increasing and surpassing 110 degrees this weekend, topping out at a predicted high of 114 degrees on Sunday. The National Weather Service is putting the Tucson area under an Excessive Heat Watch from Friday morning through Monday night. Now, more than ever, it’s […]