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David Hoffmann is investing millions to preserve local newspapers

David Hoffmann is investing millions to preserve local newspapers

  • David McCumber

The Lee Enterprises chairman explains why he believes community newspapers remain essential — and why he's investing millions to help ensure their future.

How David Hoffmann built the business behind his investment in local newspapers

How David Hoffmann built the business behind his investment in local newspapers

  • By David McCumber

David Hoffmann built an executive search firm that became the foundation of a diversified family business spanning more than 100 companies. 

David Hoffmann's childhood shaped his family's philanthropy

David Hoffmann's childhood shaped his family's philanthropy

  • By David McCumber

David Hoffmann explains how faith, family and personal experience have guided the Hoffmann family's commitment to philanthropy. 

David Hoffmann chose family over football, and a path to success

David Hoffmann chose family over football, and a path to success

  • David McCumber

Before building a business empire, Lee Enterprises Chairman David Hoffmann nearly took a very different path. A football scholarship, a difficult choice and a young romance helped shape the future billionaire's life. 

Former Sam Levitz building sells for $8.6 million

Former Sam Levitz building sells for $8.6 million

  • Gabriela Rico

For Star Subscribers: Arto Brick bought the 123,394-square-foot former Sam Levitz near Tucson's building at 3430 E. 36th St. from 36th & Palo Verde Investors

Arizona's largest egg producer agrees to pay fine in price-fixing case

Arizona's largest egg producer agrees to pay fine in price-fixing case

  • Howard Fischer

Arizona's largest egg producer has agreed to a $1 million fine and to donate 3.25 million eggs to settle federal and state complaints that it conspired with others to keep prices artificially high.

Wandering Tucson church building permanent home

Wandering Tucson church building permanent home

  • Gabriela Rico

Hope Community Church bought five acres of vacant land adjacent to the former Capilla Del Sol church at 3130 W. Overton Road, near Thornydale Road.

Tech spotlight: How Darling Geomatics is redefining surveying in Southern Arizona

Tech spotlight: How Darling Geomatics is redefining surveying in Southern Arizona

    Based at the University of Arizona Tech Park, Tucson's Darling Geomatics is using drones, LiDAR, thermal imaging and other advanced technologies to help industries map land, inspect infrastructure and reduce risk. Under new CEO Amanda Manos, the company is building on a 30-year legacy of geospatial innovation.

    TEP power line plan for Sahuarita attacked by mine opponents

    TEP power line plan for Sahuarita attacked by mine opponents

      But TEP says the proposed power line to serve fast-growing Sahuarita is separate from one that will serve Copper World. 

      $25 challenge: Affordable gifts and Tucson treasures at Pink Moon Mercantile

      $25 challenge: Affordable gifts and Tucson treasures at Pink Moon Mercantile

        When you're walking around the University of Arizona it’s hard to miss the vibrant window displays of Pink Moon Mercantile.

        Air Force housing in Tucson getting upgrades

        Air Force housing in Tucson getting upgrades

          Homes on the Davis-Monthan Air Force Base, some which were built in the 1950s, are getting a $16 million makeover.

          Newest face in Tucson restaurants finds success by showcasing his backyard

          Newest face in Tucson restaurants finds success by showcasing his backyard

            For Star subscribers: You might not know Pavle Milić, but his years of championing Arizona winemakers put the state's wines on the map.

            Everyday is Dad's Day to Tucson father-son woodworking duo

            Everyday is Dad's Day to Tucson father-son woodworking duo

              For Michael and Jason Tanzillo, Father’s Day is a year-round celebration. The Tucson father-son duo turned a garage woodworking operation into a growing commercial millwork business whose projects now span airports, downtown developments and clients across the country.

              These Tucson-made square burritos are headed to market

              These Tucson-made square burritos are headed to market

                Grocery giant Kroger plans to put Tucson Foods' new Sonoran breakfast wraps in area Fry's stores. Could be the first step toward national distribution. 

                Here's a peek inside Downtown Tucson's Gibson Food Hall & Market

                Here's a peek inside Downtown Tucson's Gibson Food Hall & Market

                Gibson Food Hall & Market in downtown Tucson will include four food vendors and a basement lounge.

                Big Dawgs headed to Tucson’s east side

                Big Dawgs headed to Tucson’s east side

                For Star Subscribers: Marana's Big Dawgs Italian Beef expects to open a new location on Tucson's east side this summer.

                $25 challenge: Premium denim, Y2K fashion at Tucson's Marvelous Vintage

                $25 challenge: Premium denim, Y2K fashion at Tucson's Marvelous Vintage

                This week, the $25 Challenge is stepping into the retro world of vintage fashion at Marvelous Vintage.

                Broken AC, tough economy take down Tucson restaurant

                Broken AC, tough economy take down Tucson restaurant

                The AC going out last week was the last straw for Tucson Tamale Market, which had been open for 12 years on Tucson's northwest side.  

                This popular Tucson pizzeria is coming back downtown

                This popular Tucson pizzeria is coming back downtown

                Penelope Pizza is opening its second location in the space that was home to the upscale Maynards Kitchen and not far from its first brick and mortar downtown.

                Tucson's 1989 Bakehouse starts voucher program to feed the hungry

                Tucson's 1989 Bakehouse starts voucher program to feed the hungry

                When a thief stole cash from the tip jar at 1989 Bakehouse, the owners chose compassion over anger. Instead of focusing on the loss, the Tucson bakery created a community-funded voucher program that provides free meals and drinks to people in need — and support has already poured in from across the world

                These settlement claims may owe you money. How to apply in Arizona

                These settlement claims may owe you money. How to apply in Arizona

                Consumers may be eligible for payments from a growing list of class-action settlements involving companies such as Amazon, Apple, Google, Fidelity, Comcast and Krispy Kreme. The cases cover issues ranging from data breaches and privacy concerns to subscription practices, with potential payouts ranging from tens of dollars to several thousand dollars depending on eligibility and documented losses.

                Judge halts new Arizona groundwater-saving program

                Judge halts new Arizona groundwater-saving program

                Judge Scott Blaney's ruling Tuesday marked the second time in t wo months he has overturned efforts by the Arizona Department of Water Resources to 

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                Navajo community opposes liquor license

                Navajo community opposes liquor license

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                What Your Home's Age Reveals About the HVAC Problems Coming Your Way

                What Your Home's Age Reveals About the HVAC Problems Coming Your Way

                Affiliate content. Learn the most common HVAC problems based on the age of your home.

                Humidity: The Midwest's Hidden Comfort and Health Problem

                Humidity: The Midwest's Hidden Comfort and Health Problem

                Affiliate content. Learn how to tell if your home has a humidity problem and what you can do to fix it. 

                Basement HVAC: The Common Midwest Home Problem Hiding Below Your Feet

                Basement HVAC: The Common Midwest Home Problem Hiding Below Your Feet

                Affiliate content. Learn about the most common problems for basement HVAC equipment and how to fix them. 

                Farmhouse to Modern Comfort: HVAC Solutions for the Midwest's Oldest Homes

                Farmhouse to Modern Comfort: HVAC Solutions for the Midwest's Oldest Homes

                Affiliate content. Learn how modern HVAC systems can be integrated into even the oldest Midwest homes. 

                Affordability focus of new doggie daycare in Tucson

                Affordability focus of new doggie daycare in Tucson

                For Star subscribers: Affordability focus of new doggie daycare in Tucson.

                Brother John's BBQ closes after 11-year run

                Brother John's BBQ closes after 11-year run

                With the economic uncertainty and rising costs, Brother John's Beer, Bourbon & BBQ owner says it's unsustainable to continue operating in former Wildcat House.

                $25 Challenge: Chocolates, candles and cute finds at Sonoran House Sam Hughes

                $25 Challenge: Chocolates, candles and cute finds at Sonoran House Sam Hughes

                In our continuing quest to round up Tucson’s greatest treats and cost-friendly finds, I ventured over to Sonoran House’s newest location in the historic Sam Hughes neighborhood.

                Historic bank vault now new Tucson speakeasy

                Historic bank vault now new Tucson speakeasy

                For Star Subscribers: Emerald 29 opens this week at 2 E. Congress St., beneath the historic building that once housed Valley National Bank downtown.

                A boutique craft store to debut in Tucson

                A boutique craft store to debut in Tucson

                For Star Subscribers: The shop will be stocked with handcrafted products, along with vintage finds and apothecary goods.

                Arizona Inn gets nod from national historic group

                Arizona Inn gets nod from national historic group

                The Arizona Inn in Tucson has become one of three local hotels to be added to the Historic Hotels of America.

                Northwest Tucson's Uptown project lands 2 restaurants, tasting room

                Northwest Tucson's Uptown project lands 2 restaurants, tasting room

                For Star Subscribers: Uptown project is shaping up to rival La Encantada in Tucson's Catalina Foothills, some real estate analysts say.

                After months of red tape, Tucson's long-awaited Biergarten set to open

                After months of red tape, Tucson's long-awaited Biergarten set to open

                Biergarten German Kitchen & Bar on Tucson's west side has faced delays and setbacks since last summer. It's finally opening Friday.

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