‘Tina Turner Musical’ lands at Centennial Hall

Naomi Rodgers is one of two actresses cast in the titular role of “Tina: The Tina Turner Musical.” By Grant Hoover Broadway In Tucson is bringing the Tony Award-winning “Tina: The Tina Turner Musical” to Centennial Hall Tuesday, Oct. 3-Sunday, Oct. 8. The jukebox biopic of Turner, who died in May at the age of…

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Tucson gets a taste of Greek

When the savory smells of grilled lamb filled the air, Tucson locals know is that of time of the year, the Greek festival.   Those who think of cuisine in Southern Arizona, they typically don’t think of Greek food. In today’s society, there is a limited amount of access to Greek food, especially in Tucson.  Though…

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Tucson-area beer market worth the risk

Middle school teachers, firefighters, college guidance counselors, microbiology researchers, medical students and marketing firm managers. This list showcases a well-represented range of experience — the stuff of elementary school career days — all of which make up a group that shares one burning passion. Beer. From firefighters at Sentinel Peak Brewing Company in midtown to…

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Call for gay rights finds a home in Bisbee

The notoriously progressive, quirky city of Bisbee has been ahead of its time for a while. On June 4, 2013, Bisbee attempted to become the first city in the state to legalize civil unions. While Bisbee’s city council voted 5-2 to allow civil unions, its success did not come without a fight. Less than a week after…

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