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Month: February 2020

Pima’s CFA to host ‘Singin’ in the Rain’
18Feb By Pima Post Editorial TeamNo Comments
Arts & Entertainment

Pima’s CFA to host ‘Singin’ in the Rain’

Story and photo by ANGEL CANEZ Pima Community College Center for the Arts will be putting on its first play of 2020 with its production of the 1952 Gene Kelly Hollywood classic comedy, “Singin’ in the Rain.”  “Singin’ in the Rain” is slated to be much bigger, with an expected cast size of at least 23 people on stage and another 10 to 15 working behind the scenes.    Last year’s big musical for Pima was “Mamma Mia.” Pima has its work cut out for them as “Singin’ in the Rain” is widely considered by many to be the greatest musicals to ever grace the film screen.  “You have an entire background of people to help support and make the show really come alive,” said Stefan Baker-Horton, who plays the muiscal ensemble.  The production runs from Feb. 20 to March 1. Showtimes will be at 7:30 p.m...
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Peak show at Picacho: Ostrich by day, ‘Lion’ by night
18Feb By Pima Post Editorial TeamNo Comments
Features, Stomping Grounds

Peak show at Picacho: Ostrich by day, ‘Lion’ by night

Story and photo by  DALTON GRIJALVA As you drive West on I-10 toward Phoenix, you might want to check out Exit 219, which will take you to Picacho Peak.  The area is home to beautiful hikes and is the site of the smallest battle that took place during the Civil War. It’s also a great spot for Valentine’s Day.  First, start off things slowly and stop at the Rooster-Cogburn Ostrich Ranch, a slightly exotic petting zoo of sorts. The farm located all the way to the left: Just keep going even if you see dead-end signs. You pay $12 total, which is a steal for what you get to do.  The cashier will give you two cups. One cup is full of green feed pellets for the larger animals as well as a stick with parakeet food on it. I was lucky enough to snag a picture of kissing ones.  When you meander...
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Get to know Pima Community College’s chancellor
18Feb By Pima Post Editorial TeamNo Comments
News

Get to know Pima Community College’s chancellor

By JORDAN COOK During his six-year tenure as the chancellor of Pima Community College, Lee Lambert has amassed numerous awards and brought Pima to new heights through hard work, dedication and strong leadership.  Lambert said that his work requires him to wear many hats, but the “mission ties it all together,” making his life hectic but with purpose.  He prides himself on being a self-starter as well as someone who gets obsessive of the mission. This can also be a negative thing at times.  “I always struggle with about how much flexibility to give to my staff,” Lambert said. He knows that there is a fine line between getting what needs to get done and loosening the reins enough to let his staff learn and grow as workers.  “I would love to see us go faster on certain initiatives,” Lamb...
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