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Pima County, U of A offering legal services clinic

Wednesday, May 22nd, 2013, 12:58pm

TUCSON, AZ (Tucson News Now)- Starting this weekend the Pima County Cooperative Extension office will hold hours to help people find free or low-cost legal services.

University of Arizona law students will be available at two locations every Saturday through August. The hours of service will be from 9 a.m. - 1 p.m. and take place at Himmel Park Library (1035 N. Treat Ave.) and Woods Memorial Library (3455 N. First Ave.)

For questions and more information call the Pima County Cooperative Extension at (520) 626-5161 with any questions.

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BBB announces 2013 Torch Awards Winners

Submitted by Elizabeth Walton, Community Web Producer

Wednesday, May 22nd, 2013, 11:29am

Better Business Bureau of Southern Arizona recognized ten local companies at the 2013 Torch Awards Luncheon at the JW Marriott Starr Pass Resort in Tucson.

Winners were honored in three categories: the Ethics Award, the Good Neighbor Award, and the Customer Excellence Award:

The Ethics Award: Honors a

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School districts starting free summer food programs

Submitted by Elizabeth Walton, Community Web Producer

Wednesday, May 22nd, 2013, 10:17am

School districts starting free summer food programs

Several school districts in Tucson and surrounding communities are offering free summer meal programs at their schools. Many students who rely on school lunches would go hungry without these vital summer programs.

If there is not a school close to your area serving these free meals, parents can click on the following website http://www.azsummerfood.gov/food-site-locations and put in your zip code to see what sites closest to you are serving.

The following are sites with dates and times of meals served:

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Governor Brewer in Tucson, rallying support for expanding Medicaid

Submitted by KOLD Web Staff

Wednesday, May 22nd, 2013, 8:50am

TUCSON, AZ (Tucson News Now)- In just a few hours, Governor Brewer will be in Tucson, she is in
town rallying support for her plan to expand Medicaid in Arizona.

Governor Brewer will be holding a press conference at Tucson
Medical Center, rallying support for a plan many found as a surprise.

Expanding Medicaid would help bring health care to more of the
poorest people and families in Arizona. Governor Brewer strongly opposed so
called Obamacare, but has since changed her stance on this topic saying a
Medicaid expansion is just a small portion.

That is why she is here, with business leaders, doctors, and
behavioral health experts, saying it won't cost the state any money and will
actually inject $8 billion and create quality jobs.

The state Senate voted in favor of her plan, but the House has
not.

Governor Brewer has said she will veto any legislation on her desk
until there is more progress made.

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Tips for avoiding dehydration as temperatures rise

Submitted by KOLD Web Staff

Wednesday, May 22nd, 2013, 8:33am

TUCSON, AZ (Tucson News Now)- Enjoying the outdoors isn't completely unbearable just yet, but
local firefighters want residents to be prepared for those triple digits.

The high temperatures mean firefighters will see more dehydration
cases.

Northwest Fire Department (NWFD) says last year there were two
deaths from dehydration. Emergency crews
say a big increase in heat related calls is seen the first several weeks of
higher temperatures.

NWFD wants to remind residents that the heat can be deadly and
offer the following reminders:

Drink enough water
Begin summer heat safety early, change outside activities to early
morning or late evening.
Avoid the outdoors during peak times from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m.
If nauseated or vomiting do not take fluids, call 911 immediately.

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Graduation tonight for Flowing Wells class of 2013

Submitted by KOLD Web Staff

Wednesday, May 22nd, 2013, 7:22am

TUCSON, AZ (Tucson News Now)- Tonight is a special moment for hundreds of Flowing Wells High
School students, as they receive their diplomas.

School officials say they have few surprises in store for the
class of 2013.

This class is known for their incredible amount of
leadership. So far the group of seniors
has earned $2.7 million in scholarships, and more money is coming in.

Graduating students will be going to colleges all over Arizona and
out of state.

Flowing Wells new Superintendent Dr. David Baker says the class of
2013 will forever be remembered for their school spirit, he offers this advice
to the graduates – Keep on dancing.

The commencement ceremony starts on the Flowing Wells football
field at 7 p.m. tonight.

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South Tucson low voter turnout approves home rule

Submitted by James Bennett on Wednesday, May 22nd, 5:30 am

TUCSON, AZ (Tucson News Now)- Only 200 voters cast ballots in Tuesday's election in South Tucson, but they approved a home rule option by a 2-1 margin.

The decision allows the city to set spending limits instead of following guidelines mandated by the state.

South Tucson is projecting to spend $15.8 million in 2013-2014. The state mandate was around $10 million.

The proposal passed 136-64 (68 percent-32 percent).

The City of South Tucson has 1,909 registered voters, meaning it had a 10.6 percent turnout.

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