Find out how much the sports industry brings to the economy of Tucson. Host Vicki Evans talks with Vincent Trinidad, Director of Tucson Sports for the Metropolitan Tucson Convention & Visitor’s Bureau (MTCVB) and Jim Tiggas, Founder of Tucson Invitational Games.

Metropolitan Tucson Convention & Visitor’s Bureau
Saturdays, Mondays and Thursdays
6pm on 74 (Comcast) / 99 (Cox)

Melissa Black, President and CoFounder of the Southern Arizona Green Chamber of Commerce (SAGCC) and Hank Krzysik, an architect and member of SAGCC share their expertise on solar energy and sustainability in Tucson with the Tucson community.

Southern Arizona Green Chamber of Commerce
Saturdays, Mondays and Thursdays
6:15pm on 74 (Comcast) / 99 (Cox)

Dr. Joan Ashcraft DMA, CoArtistic Director of Arts Express Inc. and Music Director of Let Freedom Ring and Peter Ageh, UA student and Arts Express choir member promote Arts Express’ annual free family concert, Let Freedom Ring, on July 4th. Watch to find out how to reserve your free tickets.

Arts Express, Inc.
Saturdays, Mondays and Thursdays
6:30pm on 74 (Comcast) / 99 (Cox)

Non-profit organizations No Labels, Tucson Fountain Plaza, JTED and Border Action Network are featured this month.

Imagine Democrats, Independents and Republicans working together to solve our nation’s problems. No Labels is a newly formed national movement, an organization that wants to grow from the local level up, a forward thinking group of people frustrated with the partisian gridlock. Bunny Davis, No Labels State leader and Brooke Bedrick, No Labels local member talk about how to re-engage the public in politics to make a difference.

What would it take to revitalize downtown Tucson? Some envision a touch of Las Vegas. Raj Kohli, President of Tucson Fountain Plaza and Melissa Black, President of the Green Chamber of Commerce talk about the possibilites and expand on the Tucson Fountain Plaza project.

Pima County Joint Technical Education District (JTED) is a voter initiated and very successful organization that enhances career technical education for local high school students to become qualified workers for local business and industry. Aaron Ball, Executive Director for Program Development and Jill Ranucci, JTED/CTE Coordinator at Catalina Foothills School District talk about how the 53% budget cut handed down from the Arizona State Legislature will effect JTED’s 99% placement rate.

To overcome our differences and fear of one another, Miguel Ortega, Deputy Director and Fernando Gonzales, board member of Border Action Network discuss BAN’s recent local, state and national advocacy efforts and their immigration and human rights training and support for local communities in Southern Arizona.

You can see Local Matters on Access Tucson channel 74 (Comcast) / 99 (Cox) on Saturdays, Mondays and Thursdays starting at 6pm.

May 2011
No Labels at 6pm
Tucson Fountain Plaza at 6:15pm
JTED at 6:30pm
Border Action Network at 6:45pm

In June, watch for the Metropolitan Tucson Convention Visitors Bureau (MTCVB), Southern Arizona Green Chamber of Commerce, Casa Adobes Optimists Club and Arts Express.

Host Debbie Peery interviews Angel Rocha, Hispanic Community Partnership Specialist for the Tucson Urban/Southern Arizona Rural branch of the U.S. Census Bureau. Rocha emphasizes the importance of participation because an accurate Census helps provide future generations with the resources they need. The 2010 Census is your community’s voice in government.

Continues through Saturday February 6
Encores Monday March 1 through Saturday March 6

Nina Tishkevich, Director and Kristin Eberhardt, Dance Program Coordinator of the Music & Dance Academy discuss the music lessons and dance classes the Academy offers for all ages and all levels of ability. Voted “Best of Tucson,” the Academy provides a rich learning environment where European music-school traditions and Suzuki Talent Education form a unique and rewarding educational opportunity.

Starts Sunday February 7 through Saturday February 13

Bonnie Kampa, Executive Director and Steve Pollyea, Board Vice President of Interfaith Community Services talk with host Debbie Peery about the services their organization offers seniors, the disabled and people in financial crisis. ICS gets as many as 400 calls a day for assistance. The need has never been greater. For example, the number of food bank recipients increased 55 percent over the last year, to nearly 28,000. Watch this episode if you need help or can provide help.

Starts Sunday February 14 through Saturday February 20

Jonathan Peck, new President and CEO of the Tucson Urban League and Danny Knee, Board Member highlight the League’s major programs which include rental and utility assistance, affordable housing, job training, youth employment, home weatherization, child care centers, after school tutoring and mentoring programs. Find out how you can attend their annual fundraising gala featuring Roland Martin, CNN commentator.

Starts Sunday February 21 through Sunday February 28

Cablecast times for Local Matters:
New episodes start on Sundays at 5pm and continue through the week
Mondays, Wednesdays and Fridays at 7:30pm
Tuesdays and Thursdays at 6pm
Saturdays at 5pm
Access Tucson channel 74 (Comcast) / 99 (Cox)

See the spunky Sharon Kha, President of the Arizona Chapter of the American Parkinson’s Disease Association (AZAPSA) rap, yes RAP about her own trials and tribulations with Parkinson’s. Dr. Becky Farley, founder of PWR! GYM is also featured on the show to tell us how moving BIG slows Parkinson’s Disease.

Starts Sunday January 3 through Saturday January 9

Host Erica Fluckus discusses the work of the HI-TECH Team from Every Voice in Action Foundation (EVIA) with Robin Soliz, Team Leader and Judith Anderson Ph.D., CEO of EVIA. Projects include the production of a video titled, Seeing Tucson Through the Eyes of Youth and a recent gathering for youth (and families) called “Think. Talk. Take Action!” where youth creatively voiced their concerns and issues to the the community and engaged community leaders in conversation.

Starts Sunday January 10 through Saturday January 16

Founder Philippe Waterinckx tells host Erica Fluckus how the Tucson Community Supported Agriculture (TCSA) organization supports local farming in Tucson.

Starts Sunday January 17 through Saturday January 23

Administrator David Schaller from the City of Tucson Office Of Conservation and Sustainable Development (OCSD) explains to host Dorothy Miller what the City is doing to make Tucson a more sustainable community and to connect you to information and resources that can help you make choices about living more sustainably.

Starts Sunday January 24 through Saturday January 30

Cablecast times for Local Matters:
New episodes start on Sundays at 5pm and continue through the week
Mondays, Wednesdays and Fridays at 7:30pm
Tuesdays and Thursdays at 6pm
Saturdays at 5pm
Access Tucson channel 74 (Comcast) / 99 (Cox)

Host Erica Fluckus interviews Bill Magnotto, Director of Housing and Daniella Zepeda, Associate Director of Housing from La Frontera Center, Inc. In this show, the audience learns about La Frontera’s housing programs for homeless individuals and new housing opportunites for low-income individuals and seniors as well as La Frontera’s core services for individuals with a mental health illness and/or substance abuse problem.

Starts Tuesday December 1 through Saturday December 5
Call 624-9833 or email Vikki Dempsey, Program Manager for a replay.

Host Dorothy Miller talks with John Woolf, owner of ProActive Physical Therapy and Scott Blanchard, President of Pyramid Coaching International about the local effort to improve the health of young people in our community. Learn about the Junior El Tour Cycling Program that was created for kids to experience the value of exercise and ways to contribute to solving our health care dilemma.

Starts Sunday December 6 through Saturday December 12
Call 624-9833 or email Vikki Dempsey, Program Manager for a replay.

See the spunky Sharon Kha, President of the Arizona Chapter of the American Parkinson’s Disease Association (AZAPSA) rap, yes RAP about her own trials and tribulations with Parkinson’s. Dr. Becky Farley, founder of PWR! GYM is also featured on the show to tell us how moving BIG slows Parkinson’s Disease.

Starts Sunday December 13 through Saturday December 19

Bio-Touch’s Founder and Executive Director, Paul Bucky and Tod Zelickson, Director of Quality and Training demonstrate what Bio-Touch is and how it can help in a comprehensive healthcare program.

Starts Sunday December 20 through Saturday December 26

Cablecast times for Local Matters:
New episodes start on Sundays at 5pm and continue through the week
Mondays, Wednesdays and Fridays at 7:30pm
Tuesdays and Thursdays at 6pm
Saturdays at 5pm
Access Tucson channel 74 (Comcast) / 99 (Cox)

Host Dorothy Miller interviews Cheri Horbacz, Project Manager of Don’t Borrow Trouble, a program of the Southwest Fair Housing Council and Kelly Griffith, Deputy Director of the Southwest Center for Economic Integrity about the annual Tucson Money Faire. Low to moderate income consumers can check their credit report, get access to free tax preparation, find information about home repair and emergency utility payment assistance, etc. The Tucson Money Faire event is Saturday, November 14. Click on the picture above for more information.

Cablecasts Sunday November 1 through Saturday November 7.
Encores daily at 10:30pm Sunday November 8 through Friday November 13.

Host Erica Fluckus discusses the work of the HI-TECH Team from Every Voice in Action Foundation (EVIA) with Robin Soliz, Team Leader and Judith Anderson Ph.D., CEO of EVIA. Projects include the production of a video titled, Seeing Tucson Through the Eyes of Youth and a recent gathering for youth (and families) called “Think. Talk. Take Action!” where youth creatively voiced their concerns and issues to the the community and engaged community leaders in conversation.

Cablecasts Sunday November 8 through Saturday November 14.

Local Matters is the first to present My Brothers’ and Sisters’ House (MBSH), a new non-profit organization to the Tucson community. Caroline Felicity Antone, creator of MBSH gives host Dorothy Miller the 411. The mission of MBSH is to help children and young adults on the Tohono O’odham reservation realize their incredible potential in life. Projects include comic books and digital storytelling.

Cablecasts Sunday November 15 through Saturday November 21.

Host Erica Fluckus talks with Stephanie Balzer, poet about her new poetry chapbook, Revenant and the vision of Kore Press, a small feminist-owned publishing company geared toward publishing works by women.

Cablecasts Sunday November 22 through Saturday November 28.

Cablecast times for Local Matters:
New episodes start on Sundays at 5pm and continue through the week
Mondays, Wednesdays and Fridays at 7:30pm
Tuesdays and Thursdays at 6pm
Saturdays at 5pm
Access Tucson channel 74 (Comcast) / 99 (Cox)

Get an insider look at Arizona’s largest theatre company, learn about the benefits that the Arizona Theatre Company (ATC) brings to the downtown area and discover the economic benefit of supporting the arts. Host Erica Fluckus asks Andrew Holtz, General Manager of ATC all the questions.

Encores Wednesdays during November at 6:30pm on Access Tucson channel 74 (Comcast) / 99 (Cox).

Host Dorothy Miller interviews Inge Koopman-Leyva, Manager of Children’s Programs and Summer Severin, Animal Training Coordinator from the Humane Society of Southern Arizona about their respective programs.

Encores Thursdays during November at 6:30pm on Access Tucson channel 74 (Comcast) / 99 (Cox).

Did you know that Hope Fest has made a difference in Tucson for the last 17 years? Discover how you can make a difference for Hope Fest 2010 or Hope Network, Inc. From the archive, host Erica Fluckus discusses Hope Fest 2009 (occured on Oct 24) with Lisa Chastain, Event Organizer and Courtney Watson, Dental Coordinator. Learn about the social service agencies, government, faith-based groups and corporations that work together to care for the less fortunate in Tucson with free and necessary services.

Encores Fridays during November at 6:30pm on Access Tucson channel 74 (Comcast) / 99 (Cox).

In-depth community coverage of the Hope Fest 2009 event on Oct 24 premieres Saturday November 21 at 8pm and 11pm.
Encores on Sunday November 22 at 8pm and 11pm. All on Access Tucson channel 74 (Comcast) / 99 (Cox).

Tucson CSA

Be part of a local food system. Know your farmer. Cook creatively. Eat healthily. Support local sustainable farming. Be kinder to your environment. Have fun. Founder Philippe Waterinckx tells host Erica Fluckus how the Tucson Community Supported Agriculture organization supports local farming in Tucson.

Continues through Saturday September 5 and encores the week of September 20.

City of Tucson OCSD

Administrator David Schaller from the City of Tucson Office Of Conservation and Sustainable Development explains to host Dorothy Miller what the City is doing to make Tucson a more sustainable community and to connect you to information and resources that can help you make choices about living more sustainably.

Starts Sunday September 6 through Saturday September 12.

AFS Tucson

Host Dorothy Miller interviews former exchange student and host mom Lisa Harris and current exchange student from Latvia Dan Jaunzems about Tucson’s experiences with the American Field Service (AFS) Intercultural Programs. Learn how cultural exchange programs create a more just and peaceful world.

Friday 9/18 at 7:30pm, Saturday 9/19 at 5pm and Wednesday 9/23 at 6pm

Access Tucson channel 74 (Comcast) / 99 (Cox)
Cablecast times for Local Matters:
New episodes start on Sundays at 5pm and continue through the week
Mondays, Wednesdays and Fridays at 7:30pm
Tuesdays and Thursdays at 6pm
Saturdays at 5pm
Access Tucson channel 74 (Comcast) / 99 (Cox)

Local Matters: JobPath (3-29-09 thru 4-4-09)
www.jobpath.net

Now might be the time for you to consider improving your job skills. For the past 10 years, JobPath has offered individualized job training, financial assistance, counseling, and post-placement support services. All of this could help you become a skilled, well-paid employee. Don’t miss Local Matters!

Local Matters: Children’s Action Alliance (4-5-09 thru 4-11-09)
www.azchildren.org

In Arizona, scores of people are suffering during this time of economic failure—and our children may be suffering the most. Children’s Action Alliance promotes the well-being of Arizona’s children and families in the Arizona Legislature. Learn how all of us can become guardians of our future–our children. Don’t miss Local Matters!

Local Matters: DiaVTucson: (4-12-09 thru 4-18-09)
www.diaVtucson.org

V-Day is a global movement to end violence against women and girls. To raise awareness, DiaVTucson is producing the first bilingual dramatization of Playwright/Founder Eve Ensler’s award winning play, the Vagina Monologues. Watch Local Matters!

Local Matters: United Way of Tucson (4-19-09 thru 4-25-09)
www.unitedwaytucson.org

United Way is giving financial assistance to needy families. Watch Local Matters and learn about this unique program and others that benefit those in need.

Local Matters: Casa de Los Gatos (3/1/09-3/7/09)
www.casadelosgatos.org

Learn about this unique, No-Kill cat sanctuary and how we all can become responsible pet owners.

Local Matters: Mayor’s Caregiver Education Conference (3/8/09-3/14/09)
www.alzdsw.org

The local Alzheimer’s Association is partnering with Critical-Path Institute to help fight this devastating disease. If you have family and friends who are affected by Alzheimer’s, you won’t want to miss Local Matters!

Local Matters: Arizona Sonora Desert Museum (3/15/09-3-21-09)
www.desertmuseum.org

This home-grown, world-acclaimed museum provides a new adventure every day. Don’t miss Local Matters!

Local Matters: Toastmasters International (3/22/09-3/28/09))
www.aztoastmasters.org

Effective oral communication teaches men and women the arts of speaking, listening and thinking—all necessary leadership skills. Learn how Toastmasters does it. Watch Local Matters!

Local Matters: Senior Health and Wellness (2/01/09-2/07/09)

www.healthandwellnessaz.com
Health care professionals have created an organization that reaches out to local non-profits and raises money for scholarships. For details, watch Local Matters!

Local Matters: Sports Extravaganza (2/08/09-2/14/09)

www.sportsX.org
Olympians come to Tucson to coach kids in track and field, while teaching life skills at the same time. And, it’s free of charge. Don’t miss Local Matters!

Local Matters: SAFE-Saving Animals From Euthanasia (2/15/09-2/21/09)

www.safeanimals.com
You won’t want to miss the Arizona Animal Fair—the largest of its kind in Arizona! Watch Local Matters!

Local Matters: Ashline (2/22/09-2/28/09)

www.ashline.org
Want to quit smoking? Call ASHLINE! For details about this no-cost service, tune into Local Matters!

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Local Matters: KXCI 25th Anniversary
(11/30/08-12/6/08)

KXCI is 25 years old. There have been growing pains, but unlike the rest of the United States, community radio is alive and well in Tucson. Learn more about this unique community asset. Watch Local Matters.
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Local Matters: Downtown Tucson Partnership and the Parade of Lights
(12/7/08-12/13/08)

It’s the 14th Annual Downtown Parade of Lights. This Tucson classic kicks off the Holiday Season and Access Tucson will carry it live. Join Downtown Tucson Partnership CEO, Glenn Lyons as he talks about what it will take to make downtown the place to be. Don’t miss Local Matters.
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Local Matters: Voices, Inc.
(12/1/-08-12/20/08)

Telling stories is an integral component of human nature— becoming a story teller opens doors to the world and the hearts of us all. Voices, Inc. teaches young people how to write and phtograph their own stories. Watch Local Matters.
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Local Matters: Farmer’s Market at the UA
(12/21/08-12 27/08)

This famer’s market not only has wonderful, local food, but it also teaches us about sustainability and good health. Tune into Local Matters.
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-Sunday & Saturday 5pm
-Monday, Wednesday & Friday 7:30pm
-Tuesday & Thursday 6pm

Local Matters: Coyote Task Force
(11/2-11/8/2008)

A long time dream of one Tucson woman comes true—giving hope and job skills to developmentally disabled people. In the process, Café 54 serves Tucsonans wonderful food. Watch Local Matters.

Local Matters: Voices of Opposition
(11/9-11/15/2008)

Looking for alternative, “unembedded” information? Then you won’t want to miss Voices of Opposition-a film and lecture series. Tune into Local Matters for all of the details..

Local Matters: Local First Arizona
(11/16-11/22/2008)

When you shop at a locally owned business, 45 cents of every dollar stays in Arizona – versus only 13 cents of every dollar spent at a national chain. City Council Member Karin Uhlich and local business people talk about why it’s important to shop locally.
Watch Local Matters.

Local Matters: Community Diaper Bank
(11/23-11/29-2008)

The Diaper Bank is the first of its kind in the country–no other source from Food Stamps to the Diaper Manufacturers themselves provides diapers to those in need. We can all help. Watch Local Matter!

*Watch LOCAL MATTERS on Access Tucson Channels*
Cox/99 & Comcast/74
-Sunday & Saturday 5pm
-Monday, Wednesday & Friday 7:30pm
-Tuesday & Thursday 6pm

Local Matters: From 1 Mother 2 Another
10/1/08-10/4/08 & 10/26/08-10/28/08

Two Tucson sisters are learning the do’s and don’ts of creating a non-profit organization. Their passion for helping children overcomes the daunting challenge of becoming a 501c3 non-profit. Watch Local Matters!
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Local Matters: Southern AZ Aids Foundation- SAAF
10/5/08-10/11/08

SAAF provides case management and support services for local people living with HIV/AIDS. Join AidsWalk 2008. Tune in to Local Matters for details.
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Local Matters: Interfaith Community Services
10/12/87-10/18/08

Music for the Soul is one special evening. An Interfaith Concert that benefits ICS programs for seniors and disadvantaged families. Watch Local Matters!
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Local Matters: Crop Walk
10/19/08-10/25/08

Each day in Pima County 50,000 children risk being hungry. We can help. Support the Crop Walk. Watch Local Matters!
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*Watch LOCAL MATTERS on Access Tucson Channels*
Cox/99 & Comcast/74

-Sunday & Saturday 5 pm
-Monday, Wednesday & Friday 7:30 pm
-Tuesday & Thursday 6 pm

Local Matters: Summer Video Shootout-Pima Co. Library
(8/30/08-9/6/08)

Summer Video Shootout is part of PCPL’s ongoing “Thats My Take” project, where teens make films that promote books and reading.Tune in to Local Matters!

Local Matters: Equine Voices
(9/7/08-9/13/08)

A unique agency provides “after the hospital” support to children who are seriously ill or who have experienced the death of a parent, sibling or other loved one. Watch Local Matters!

Local Matters: Mission Library, Community Center
(9/14/08-9/20/08)

Mission Library celebrates 30 years of unique community service with the unveiling of a new mural by international artist, Hirotsune Tashima, and much more! For details, watch Local Matters!

Local Matters: Homicide Survivors
(9/21/08-9/27/08)

www.azhomicidesurvivors.org
These survivors of homicide know exactly how to provide crisis and long-term support and advocacy to families in shock over the murder of a loved one.

*Watch LOCAL MATTERS on Access Tucson Channels*
Cox/99 & Comcast/74
-Sunday & Saturday 5pm
-Monday & Wednesday & Friday 7:30pm
-Tuesday & Thursday 6pm

*Watch LOCAL MATTERS on Access Tucson Channels*
Cox/99 & Comcast/74

-Sunday & Saturday 5 pm
-Monday, Wednesday & Friday 7:30 pm
-Tuesday & Thursday 6pm

Local Matters: Literacy Volunteers of Tucson
(May 1 thru 10 -08)

Arizona, along with the rest of the United States, loses millions of dollars, to illiteracy. Watch Local Matters and learn how Literacy Volunteers of Tucson, with our help, hopes to achieve 100 percent literacy in our community.
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Local Matters: S.W. Center for Economic Integrity
(May 11 thru 17 -08)

The South West Center for Economic Integrity is working hard to stop predatory lending in Arizona. This small, Tucson non-profit tackles powerful lobbyists and policy makers. Learn about what’s at stake for all of us and why voters may be asked to decide the issue in November, 2008. Tune in to Local Matters.
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Local Matters: Loft Cinema
(May 18 thru 24 -08)

The 35-year old Loft was purchased in 2002 and transitioned into a nonprofit arts organization, the cinema has hosted more than 100 filmmakers and scholars and screened films from more than 50 countries. A Tucson original, and it may just have the best concession stand in town! Watch Local Matters.
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*Watch LOCAL MATTERS on Access Tucson Channels*
Cox/99 & Comcast/74

-Sunday & Saturday 5pm
-Monday & Wednesday & Friday 7:30pm
-Tuesday & Thursday 6pm

*Watch Local Matters on Access Tucson Channels*
Cox/99 & Comcast/74

-Sunday & Saturday 5pm
-Monday & Wednesday & Friday 7:30pm
-Tuesday & Thursday 6pm

Local Matters: UApresents
(3/1/08-3/8/08)

Not only is UApresents the largest performing arts organization in S. Arizona, it also has a commitment to local K-12 students and teachers. Don’t miss Local Matters!
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Local Matters: Tucson for Friendship Foundation
(3/9/08-3/15/08)

TFF provides Tucsonans with an opportunity to teach English in China. If you love other cultures, and want to learn first-had about them, then don’t miss Local Matters!
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Local Matters: Save the Scenic Santa Ritas
(3/16/08-3/22/08)

A proposed open pit copper mine that would be developed in the Sonoita/Patagonia has created much opposition. Learn why many SE Arizonans are upset. Tune in to Local Matters!
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Local Matters: New Beginnings for Women and Children
(3/23/08-3/29/08)

NBWC provides hope and skills to homeless women and their children thus enabling them to be financially independent. Watch Local Matters!
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*Watch LOCAL MATTERS on Access Tucson Channels*
Cox/99 & Comcast/74

-Sunday & Saturday 5 pm
-Monday & Wednesday & Friday 7:30 pm
-Tuesday & Thursday 6 pm

Local Matters: Rock ‘N Rodeo-Tucson Medical Center Hospice
(2/03/08-2/09/08)

A Wonderful event helps fund a service every family should know about. For details, watch Local Matters!
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Local Matters: SAFE-Saving Animals From Euthanasia
(2/10/08-2/16/08)

You won’t want to miss the Arizona Animal Fair. The largest of its kind in Arizona. Watch Local Matters!
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Local Matters: Tucson Museum of Art
(2/17/08-2/22/08)

New exhibitions at TMA bring modern and contemporary Native American artists and more to Tucson. Learn about this Granddaddy of Tucson’s museums. Watch Local Matters!
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Local Matters: Wills for Heroes
(2/24/08-2/29/08)

Out of the tragedy of 9-11-2001, a local attorney created free estate planning for the state’s first responders. You won’t want to miss Local Matters!
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*Watch LOCAL MATTERS on Access Tucson Channels*
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-Sunday & Saturday 5 pm
-Monday, Wednesday & Friday 7:30 pm
-Tuesday & Thursday 6 pm

Local Matters: Voices for Education
(Dec 9-15-07)

This organization works tirelessly to improve the quality of education in Arizona at the state and local levels. You can help. Tune in to Local Matters.

Local Matters: Greater Tucson Leadership
(Dec 16-22-07)

GTL is devoted to building leaders in the Tucson community. Interested Tucsonans learn from community leaders who are involved in business, education, government and much more. Watch Local Matters.

Local Matters: City Council Member Regina Romero
(12/23-29-07)

New elected City Council Member Regina Romero is the first Latina to be elected to City Council. Tune into Local Matters for a conversation with Councilmember Romero.

*Watch LOCAL MATTERS on Access Tucson Channels*
Cox/99 & Comcast/74

-Sunday & Saturday 5 pm
-Monday & Wednesday & Friday 7:30 pm
-Tuesday & Thursday 6 pm

Local Matters: Equine Voices
(10/7/06-10/13/07)

Jumpin’ Jack Ranch is home to Equine Voices Rescue and Sanctuary. It’s a safe haven for unwanted PMU mares and foals. A voice for the many horses who cannot speak for themselves. Watch Local Matters!

Local Matters: Interfaith Community Services
(10/14/07-10/20/07)
www.icstucson.org
Music for the Soul is one special evening. An Interfaith Concert that benefits ICS programs for seniors and disadvantaged families. For details, watch Local Matters!

Local Matters: Tucson Money Faire
(10/21/07-10/27/07)

Get Smart! Get More for Your Money! Attend the Faire and take advantage of free checking services, credit repair, home repair assistance and much more. Watch Local Matters!

Local Matters: Valley of the Moon
(10/28/07-10/31/07)

Valley of the Moon is a wonderland in the heart of the City, providing enchantment for generations of Tucsonans. On Halloween, it magically turns into the Valley of the Zombies! Don’t miss Local Matters!

*Watch Local Matter on Access Tucson Channels*
Cox/99 & Comcast/74

-Sunday & Saturday 5 pm
-Monday, Wednesday & Friday 7:30 pm
-Tuesday & Thursday 6 pm

Local Matters: Youth Empowerment Services, YES Network
(9/2-9/8/07)

YES Network is establishing a new way to help at risk youth. Six non-profits who work with young people are finding that by working together they have more to offer. Learn how they do it.Watch Local Matters!

Local Matters: Coalition for African American Health and Wellness
(9/9/-9/15/07)

Email Contact: maryapple@aol.com.
The African American population has a higher incident of diabetes, cancer, heart disease and obesity. The upcoming “People of Color Festival” will provide free health screenings and workshops. Also, there will be fun for the family with free food, entertainment, raffles and give-a-ways. For details, watch Local Matters!

Local Matters: Chamber Music PLUS Southwest
(9/16-9/22-07)

Chamber Music PLUS S.W. is celebrating 5 years in Tucson. Recognized nationally for its cutting-edge, adventuresome programming, Chamber Music PLUS creates, presents, and maintains over thirty original works in its current repertory. Combining classical music, theater, and visual art, you won’t want to miss the 2007-2008 performance line up. Local Matters!

Local Matters: S. Arizona Celiac Support Group
(9/23-9/29-07)

Tucson is hosting the National Celiac Sprue Conference. Celiac Sprue is a genetic disease that goes largely undiagnosed. Sufferers have lifelong, intense gastrointestinal problems. The cause is gluten found in wheat, rye and barley. Learn how this crippling disease can be overcome. Watch Local Matters!

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-Sunday & Saturday 5 pm
-Monday, Wednesday & Friday 7:30 pm
-Tuesday & Thursday 6 pm

Local Matters: Community Assist of S. AZ (CASA) (7/1-7/7/07)
www.seriaz.org
CASA teaches neighbors and empowers neighborhoods to change the causes of environmental health risks. Watch Local Matters!

Local Matters: Community Food Bank (7/8/-7/14/07)
www.communityfoodbank.org
The Community Food Bank needs our dontations. Farmers’ Markets are offering, locally grown, low-cost fruits and vegetables to the public. It’s one of the ways we can help. Learn more. Watch Local Matters!

Local Matters: Monsoon Safety (7/15-7/21-07)
www.weather.gov/tucson
Tucsonans love the monsoons, but thunderstorms can be deadly. Learn how you can be safe indoors and out. Watch Local Matters!

Local Matters: Downtown Tucson Partnership (7/22-7/28-06)
www.downtowntucson.org
With a new name, mission and an enlarged Board of Directors, the Tucson Downtown Alliance has turned into the Downtown Tucson Partnership. For details, watch Local Matters!

*Watch Local Matter on Access Tucson Channels*
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-Sunday & Saturday 5 pm
-Monday, Wednesday & Friday 7:30 pm
-Tuesday & Thursday 6 pm

Local Matters: Youth Volunteer Corps (June 3-June 9 2007)
http://www.volunteersoaz.org
Local youth are making a difference. Not only do they get the job done, but they become leaders in the process. Watch Local Matters for details.

Local Matters: American Cancer Society (June 10-June 16 2007)
http://www.tucsonjuneteenth.com
Juneteenth or Freedom Day is the oldest recorded African-American holiday in the United States—June 19th, 1865. Today, it is a “Freedom Celebration for All Ages and Races”. Tune in to Local Matters for details about the 37th annual, 2-day event in Tucson.

Local Matters: KXCI Radio (June 17-June 23 2007)
http://www.kxci.org
KXCI Community Radio’s slogan is “Real People-Real Radio”. Ryan Bruce is the new general manager and says with all of the competition from corporate radio, “localism” is the key to survival and the future. Watch the entire conversation on Local Matters.

Local Matters: Commitment to Underserved People-CUP
(June 24-June 30 2007)
http://pcrm.medicine.arizona.edu/CUP/cup.html
U of A College of Medicine students are working with medically underserved peoples. Medical students receive clinical and teaching opportunities.. and so much more. Learn how you can become involved. Watch Local Matters.

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