San Pedro Valley News-Sun · Benson, AZ
Arizona trooper Aiden Rosebeck faces felony sexual misconduct charges for an admitted sex act with a vulnerable accident victim near Benson but his attorney argues the statement is inadmissible evidence.
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Tucson Weekly · Tucson, AZ
Nearby: Tucson, AZWinterhaven Festival of Lights in Tucson DEC. 13 to DEC. 27 The Winterhaven Festival of Lights is back for its 77th year, ushering in the holiday season. Since the festival’s debut in 1949, it has gone on to be one of Tucson’s many winter holiday traditions. Come stroll through the streets of Tucson from 6 to 10 p.m. to see houses decked out in brilliant winter holiday light displays. There’s room for all to celebrate holiday joy, between Hanukkah Menorahs, Santa on the rooftop, or any other winter holiday display. For those looking for more than a walk, the festival offers pedal-powered bikes, trolleys and hayrides. The event also asks attendees to support the Community Food Bank of Southern Arizona, by bringing either money or food donations. Contributions help make the winter season a holly-jolly time for families in Arizona.The festival is sponsored by Tucson Electric Power and Cox Communications. 3200 N.
Tucson Weekly · Tucson, AZ
Nearby: Tucson, AZEveryone knows the North Pole. It’s where Santa hangs out, along with Mrs. Claus, the elves, Rudolph and company. The South Pole, though less festive, also does pretty well for itself. But outside of Southern Arizona, few have heard of the West Pole, our very own hidden gem winter wonderland, tucked in the rugged, sunset-drenched Tucson Mountains and draped in the Wild West atmosphere of Old Tucson, Arizona’s Western film studio of yore. This December, Old Tucson will once again host Yuletide, Tucson’s premier Christmas tradition, which has delivered holiday joy and merriment to the people of the Old Pueblo since 2022. This year’s festival is preceded by a Nov. 21 Holiday Night Market, a perfect opportunity to pick up some festive finds and get a head start on holiday gift shopping. Along with vendors, the Holiday Night Market will also offer food trucks. It’s an ideal place to get a dolly, storybook or pair of skates along with a delicious bite to eat.
Tucson Weekly · Tucson, AZ
Nearby: Tucson, AZThe Salvation Army in Tucson is accepting applications for its Christmas Angel Program, which provides donated toys to children in local families struggling to afford gifts this holiday season. Applications opened Oct. 8 at saangeltree.org. Families enter their ZIP code and follow the registration instructions. No invitation code is required. The organization hopes to help 1,600 families this year, according to the Salvation Army. The program depends on donations from individuals, businesses, churches and community groups across Southern Arizona. “We know many families are facing difficult choices, and we want parents to know they don’t have to face Christmas alone,” said Maj. Andres Espinoza, the Salvation Army’s Tucson city coordinator. To apply, a parent or legal guardian must provide a photo ID, proof of residency in the city of Tucson and birth certificates for each child 17 or younger.
Tucson Weekly · Tucson, AZ
Nearby: Tucson, AZIn 1973, John Lennon began what would be a more than 18-month relationship with his former assistant, May Pang, during what would later be referred to as his “Lost Weekend,” a time that is thought to be one of the most chaotic and creative periods of his life. May Pang is exhibiting personal photography documenting her relationship with Lennon and showing fans a whole new side of the iconic rock star from this time period at an event titled The Lost Weekend: The Photography of May Pang at Arizona Picture & Frame on Nov. 12 through Nov. 14. Attending the three-day event will be Pang herself as well as Chris O’Dell, who was a former Apple Records associate during the time of The Beatles’ rise to fame and who lived so much of rock’s history firsthand. Today she has a podcast where she talks about her experiences working in the music industry. Together at the event, they will tell stories and reminisce about the Lost Weekend era surrounded by a selection of Pang’s photos from that period.
