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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
A long-awaited Tucson transportation project is finally becoming reality. After more than four decades of planning, delays and construction, Sunset Links Road is opening to traffic, creating a new connection between River Road, Interstate 10 and the Tucson Mountains Foothills while paving the way for future development in the area.
As several major U.S. orchestras search for new conductors, an opinion writer points to Tucson’s musical history as an example of how resident conductors can strengthen community ties. The piece highlights the legacy of Frederic Balazs, whose work with the Tucson Symphony helped create youth programs, choral groups and lasting connections through music.
