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El Tour is a fun ride attracting some over 9,000 cyclists of all ages and abilities from throughout the United States and beyond, including novice, intermediate, advanced, and professional riders. Participants often take part in El Tour and its festivities simply due to their passion for cycling, while others choose the event as part of a healthy lifestyle change or as part of their wellness program as a survivor from cancer or other life-threatening illness. Many are attracted to El Tour’s variety of fund-raising programs for charitable agencies, for which the event raised over $1.8 million dollars last year. What all riders of El Tour share is a desire to get on their bikes, meet great people and have a fun doing it!

El Tour cyclists receive an official event t-shirt, goody bag, police, route and SAG support, aid station refreshments, published results and more! And all finishers are awarded a special engraved medallion at the finish line for their accomplishment. Links to the left offer further information.

The 26th El Tour will be raising funds for Tu Nidito Children and Family Services, American Parkinson Disease Association, Ben’s Bells Project Big Brothers Big Sisters of Tucson, Diamond Children’s Medical Center, The Hermitage Cat Shelter, Leukemia & Lymphoma Society, Water for People and other Perimeter charities including Global Sports Alliance-ECO Flag Program.

As an El Tour cyclist, you, your family and friends are invited to participate in any of El Tour’s other events and activities.  EL TOUR DE TUCSON>>

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In spite of a relatively small population (1 million) Tucson, Arizona is home to two world-class spas, a prestigious Pac-10 university, Davis-Monthan Air Force Base, and the largest private collection of aircraft in the world. The city is a study in contrasts, from urban to pristine desert to rich riparian areas. Surrounding Tucson, Arizona real estate, you may be surprised by the abundance of palm trees, greenery and wildlife.  Living In Tucson, Arizona>>
 

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Think of Arizona as America’s natural “amusement park,” where family fun and adventure await in every corner of the state. Add an engaging selection of Old West towns, dude ranches, mines, man-made lakes, railroads and other diversions, and the result is a family vacation like no other.

Children of all ages can stand in four states at one time at Four Corners Monument on the Navajo Nation in Northern Arizona. As one of the seven natural wonders of the world, the Grand Canyon is a mile-deep gorge that stretches for 277 miles across Northern Arizona and is packed with exciting activities. Zoos and wildlife parks offer exotic habitats, unique viewing opportunities and special events. A host of unusual museums also dots the state, including the hands-on Arizona Science Center, the Hall of Flame Fire Museum and the Pima Air and Space Museum, to name a few.

Families on vacation can also enjoy Arizona’s plentiful water activities, with Lake Powell’s 2,000 miles of shoreline in the northern part of the state and the two-mile Tempe Town Lake, where motorized and non-motorized watercraft cruise the formerly dry riverbed between Tempe and Phoenix.

In Southern Arizona, a visit to a dude ranch brings out the inner cowboy in guests of all ages and winter guests can have a grand adventure in any one of Arizona’s frosty ski areas.

Whether visitors have a couple of days or a couple of weeks, Arizona is a virtual playground of activities and adventures for families to enjoy.   FUN IN ARIZONA>>

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Basketball coach, 74, announces his retirement after 24 seasons at the University of Arizona … What Arizona accomplished under Olson may not be replicated again in the desert.

The Wildcats won only one conference title in 29 seasons before Olson arrived in Tucson from Iowa in 1983.

Olson would post a record of 589-187 in 24 seasons and lead Arizona to the 1997 NCAA title and four Final Fours, the most recent in 2001.

Mike Bibby, Sean Elliott, Luke Walton and Richard Jefferson are among the many players who starred at Arizona under Olson, who forwarded 13 first-round picks to the NBA.

Arizona’s 1997 run to the NCAA title was as improbable as it was exciting. The Wildcats finished fifth in the Pac-10 that year yet, as a fourth-seeded team, stunned No.1 Kansas in the Southeast regional semifinals in Birmingham.

Led by Miles Simon and Bibby, Arizona also defeated top-seeded North Carolina in the national semifinals and top-seeded Kentucky, in overtime, in Indianapolis, to win the national title.

Arizona returned to the NCAA finals in 2001, losing to Duke, and made another run in 2005 before blowing a big lead against No. 1-seeded Illinois in a regional semifinal game.

Thursday capped a strange year in Olson’s life and for the Arizona basketball program. Shortly before last season, Olson announced he was taking a personal leave of absence for what he termed a non-life threatening medical issue. Kevin O’Neill took over the team and led Arizona to a 19-15 record in the school’s 24th straight NCAA appearance.

When Olson returned in the spring, however, he announced O’Neill was no longer part of the staff. Olson also endured a contentious divorce and recently announced he was engaged again.

In 34 seasons as a Division I-A coach at Long Beach State, Iowa and Arizona, Olson posted 780 victories, which ranks eighth all time.

He was inducted into the Naismith Memorial Hall of Fame in 2002.  LUTE OLSON>>

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HAUNTED FUN AROUND TUCSON

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Perfect timing to enjoy Tucson’s cool mornings outside on your patio with a perfect cup of tea. This tea infuser is the best design I’ve seen. The arm bends over to stay on your mug and the matching saucer doubles as a lid to keep your tea ‘toasty warm’…and it’s only $6.00  To Purchase>>

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The Reviews say it all, Cafe Poca Cosa offers the most delectible delights…you have to go there several times to be able to enjoy more than one of these fabulous dishes. For a review>>

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The Tucson Farmers’ Market at St. Philip’s Plaza is Southern Arizona’s largest market devoted entirely to locally grown and manufactured products. The market features fine produce, savory baked goods and pastries, fresh roasted coffees, custom blended teas, range fed meats, farm fresh eggs, gourmet soups and sauces and a wonderful selection of native and decorative plants. For Hours and Info>>

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Robust. Growing. Strong.
All describe the region’s economy. In Southern Arizona, the potential for economic progress is skyrocketing with a confluence of three variables: People, Place, and Promise.

People.
The continuing in-migration of people positively impacts the economy and translates directly into increased labor availability. Tucson is rapidly becoming a location of choice nationally, attracting major companies like Pella Corporation and La Costeña/Arizona Canning Co. LLC.

In late 2006 Pima County reached a major milestone when the population exceeded one million inhabitants. Achieving this milestone will enable Tucson to become a major player nationally, attracting major corporations, retailers, restaurants, arts, theater and a host of other services to the area.

Place.
The region’s strategic central Southwestern location serves as a manufacturing, transportation and distribution center for Mexico, California and the central/western United States. A mild, high desert environment and numerous outdoor activities creates one of the most balanced living/working environments in the country.

Promise.
With a diverse cross-section of prospering business from world-class travel and tourism to a resurging mining sector to a growing presence of “clean” manufacturing, the Tucson region is emerging as a major industrial center. High-tech and manufacturing are on the rise, along with aerospace, optics, biotech and other expanding fields.

The right combination of positive influences make the Tucson region a great place to work, live, play, and most importantly, prosper.  LEARN MORE ABOUT TREO>>

For information on TREO public relations or marketing, contact:
Laura Shaw
Sr. Vice President, Corporate and Community Affairs
520.243.1940 or Laura.Shaw@treoaz.org

Erin Coulter, Marketing Program Manager
520.243.1935 or Erin.Coulter@treoaz.org

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Nightfall returns to Old Tucson Studios
 

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