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The Witching Weekly: 10/17
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The Witching Weekly: 10/17

By Ruby Maldonado Hi, everyone! Welcome back to The Witching Weekly! For this week, I wanted to do something calming. School can be a stressful time, and people’s sleep schedules tend to suffer because of it. The recipe for a Deep Sleep Spell Bag should help with that! You can put it under your pillow, or on a nightstand. It’s best to keep it close to you. The fun thing about this particular bag is that you can use what you have, or what you like. Some people don’t like the smell of lavender, so maybe they add more chamomile or blue sage instead!  The way to make our Deep Sleep Bags is to find or make a small pouch, usually a drawstring, and place your intentions into it. This could be meditating or saying it out loud, or even just visualizing what you are trying to achieve....
Thrilling Activism for Upcoming No Kings 2.0 
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Thrilling Activism for Upcoming No Kings 2.0 

By Caroline Hansen On Saturday, Oct. 18 there will be “No Kings 2.0” protests across the United States. More than 2,200 events are already scheduled. Many participants plan to incorporate fun and creative activities as a way to connect with others and to raise people’s spirits. Here in Tucson two friends will be adding their own creative dash of spooky fun to one of Tucson’s No Kings events, the Defend Tucson, ¡Tucson Se Defiende! (DTSD) rally being held downtown.  Florence Johnson and Margo Itule are involved with local activism and wanted a way to encourage other people to get involved. Their goal was to create a fun project that would bring strangers together for a common cause. They also wanted it to be a healthy activity and something that would get people a little bit ...
This Week’s Past Flood Warnings for Tucson
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This Week’s Past Flood Warnings for Tucson

By Joseph Cunningham Photo from Google Weather Across Arizona this week flood warnings were issued, as long rains were expected to bring 1-3 inches of rain. Tropical moisture continued to increase as Hurricane Priscilla moved closer to Mexico’s west coast. High chances of rain ranging from 50-70% were expected all weekend. While most Tucsonans welcome the rain, they also must be properly prepared. The city and county offered free sandbags at stations around the area. In Tucson sand bags were available at the east Parking Lot of Hi-Corbett Field, 700 S. Randolph Way. The expectation of rain caused the cancellation of events all across the city, such as Phocus Law Steve Paulauskis Memorial Race, at Tucson Dragway on Oct. 11. The AFL (Arizona Fall League) has also cancelled th...
Learning Native History
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Learning Native History

By Trigo José Marroquin A Yaqui deer dancer. Photo by Brittanica. As a Native person living in Tucson, Ariz., people think I know a lot about Native culture and history. But honestly, I only know the basic history, such as the Mayflower arriving and settlers killing Natives that didn’t comply with their Western ideologies. This is because I grew up outside of the Yaqui Tribe, but I think it’s time to start learning about my people's history. The Yaquis’ primary homelands are in the Río Yaqui Valley in the northwestern Mexican state of Sonora. Even to this day, they still live there with my family on the land. Very few still speak the original Sonoran Yaqui language, but it has evolved into the one we have today that many still know and recognize. Because of a mixture of coloni...
The Witching Weekly: 10/10
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The Witching Weekly: 10/10

By Ruby Maldonado Happy October, everyone! My name’s Ruby, and this is The Witching Weekly! Here, I give weekly tarot readings, psychic tips, and share crafts and recipes. I know that everyone does witchcraft and tarot a little bit differently, and this is the way I like to do it. I respect other’s views and preferences when it comes to this, so I ask that you do the same!  For the week of 9/22, I chose to do a Season of Becoming spread. It is perfect for a new season, new school year or even just a fresh start!  I like to start by cleansing my deck, especially when I’m reading for other people. The readings I do can be different every time, whether it’s specific to one person (but I don’t know it), or it can be very broad, with a message that everyone can take from. I us...
PCC ARC Food Pantry to Host Semesterly Health and Wellness Event
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PCC ARC Food Pantry to Host Semesterly Health and Wellness Event

By Caroline Hansen Flyer by ARC Food Pantry Being a student is challenging and can be really stressful. It’s easy to get discouraged and  overwhelmed, trying to make ends meet while striving for a certification or degree. Everyone could use some help sometimes. The Aztec Resource Center and Food Pantry (ARC) at PCC West Campus offers help regularly to students and faculty. And on Thursday, Oct. 9, ARC is holding its semesterly Health and Wellness Resource Event at the West Campus from 10:30 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. in front of the library. Different community health and wellness agencies will be there to offer information and assistance to anyone who asks. Some of the organizations who will be in attendance include CODAC Health Recovery and Wellness, The Tucson Community Food Ba...
Twelve Days of Michelin Star Tacos Took Tucson by Storm
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Twelve Days of Michelin Star Tacos Took Tucson by Storm

By Caroline Hansen As the first UNESCO designated Creative City of Gastronomy in the United States, it’s only fitting that Tucson would welcome a guest pop-up for the first taqueria to receive a Michelin star, Taquería El Califa De León. The 12 day event hosted by GrinGO and Agave House Modern Cocina was held at Main Gate Square on the corner of University Boulevard and Park Avenue, just west of the University of Arizona campus.  Organizer Brian Krupski, CEO and founder of the GrinGO app, said he chose the university location not only for the guaranteed foot traffic it would provide El Califa de León, but also for the attention it would draw to the entire area and surrounding businesses.  “So many Tucsonans don’t come to the Square and it’s a shame because there are ...
Catalyst 2025 Conference Recap
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Catalyst 2025 Conference Recap

By Jaymes Grace The Catalyst 2025 Conference welcomed the Phi Theta Kappa community for a fun, informative time. The conference included keynote speakers Steve Burns from “Blue's Clues” and Miguel Cervantes from “Hamilton”, as well as scholarships, the energy of the Hallmark Awards Gala and the excitement of who would be the newly elected International Officer Team. As an active Phi Theta Kappa (PTK) member, I got to be there for every part of it! It was a real treat and an eye opening experience. This year’s conference was held in Kansas City, MO. The conference officially began on April 3, but to allow for travel, Pima Community College  generously paid for my accommodations to include travel and stay on April 2.  Oh, had I not yet mentioned that Pima Community Col...
An Analysis of Travis Hunter
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An Analysis of Travis Hunter

By Jackson Melin Colorado Buffaloes' Travis Hunter on the field. Photo by AP Photo/Phelan M. Ebenhack University of Colorado wide receiver and cornerback Travis Hunter is projected to be a top pick in the 2025 NFL draft. He won numerous awards (including the Heisman Trophy) whilst playing on offense and defense. His play style consists of agility and strength. He can torch the defense with his speed, or go up top for a contested catch. He was also on the cover of the “College Football 25” video game. But how does he compare to other prospects in those same positions? As a five-star prospect in high school, Hunter chose to sign with Jackson State University. He made history as the only five-star recruit to sign with an FCS (Division-1) program. However, in 2023 he chose to tran...
Pima Men’s Basketball Advances in NJCAA Tournament with Win Over South Mountain
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Pima Men’s Basketball Advances in NJCAA Tournament with Win Over South Mountain

By Joel Herrera Pima’s Wes Ball and South Mountain’s Drew Hoxie tip off the NJCAA Region 1, Division 2 Semifinals on March 5, 2025. Photo by Manuel Zepeda. Following their perfect regular season, Pima Men’s Basketball continued their winning ways in their opener of the NJCAA Division 2 Men’s Basketball tournament. The Aztecs knocked off region opponent South Mountain Community College with a final score of 80-55 Wednesday, March 5 at the Pima West Gym. CohenJ Gonzales led the Aztecs in scoring with 18 points, with freshmen Isaac Johnson adding 17 off the bench.  Wes Ball (12) and Kota Benson (10) also added double-figure scoring for Pima. Drew Hoxie led South Mountain in scoring with 14 points.  An uncharacteristic start for the Aztecs, they found themselv...