Tucson Volunteers for Haiti
In the two weeks since the earthquake in
By Nikki Helms 01 February 2010 Read Article
Men Over The Border
On Reforma Street, a mile south of the border in Nogales, Mexico, two men sat at a taco shop and talked about their attempts to get back into the U.S. despite the dangers.By WJ Anderson 05 February 2010 Read Article
Pottery Project
With such a large campus, University of Arizona students often miss out on some of Tucson's unknown gems. The UA offers more than ten galleries and museums on campus that display a variety of diverse art exhibits, and one of those is located in the heart of the main campus.
By Marcy Christine Jones 01 February 2010 Read Article
UA Soccer Star Goes International
On Dec. 20, 2009, University of Arizona sophomore Renae Cuellar headed out onto the pitch at Estadio do Pacaembu in
By Mateo Lorenzo Alvarez 01 February 2010 Read Article
El Guero Canelo: The Sonoran Dog
It's wrapped in crisp, delicious bacon and lies in a fluffy, fresh pillow of a bun. There are eight total toppings it comes with and it's utterly delicious.
By Jocelyn Bresnick 24 January 2010 Read Article
Casa Molina Stands the Test of Time, Taste
Still situated in its original location, the well-known Tucson restaurant Casa Molina, 6225 E. Speedway Blvd., has come a long way from the days when it had only six tables.
By Jackie Smith 25 January 2010 Read Article
Sergio Mendoza of "Mendoza Y La Orkesta" gets deep
Sergio Mendoza is 28. He is a native of Nogales, Sonora but currently lives in Tucson where he plays with his band, Y La Orkesta, in the heart of downtown.
By Nicky Hamila 25 January 2010 Read Article
Voter Registration Kickoff
On Saturday, Jan.30, the Latino Caucus of the Pima County Democratic Party, with Organizing for America, held a voter registration kickoff at Rudy Garcia Park in South Tucson.
By Amanda Portillo 01 February 2010 Read Article
News
- Live Blog Energy/ Environment conflict on the Rez
- Live Blogging Border Beat World Headquarters
- Tucson Rotary Brings Books to Children
- Immigrants Pass Through Historic Park
- La Estrella de Tucson: More than cops and robbers
- Commentary: Operation Streamline
- The Guatemala Project
- Community Radio on the Pascua Yaqui Reservation
Health
- A New Look for Life: A Cleft Palate Surgery Mission to Hermosillo
- The Prickly Pear: New Discoveries about this Old Desert Denizen
- Community Clinic Provides Fitness and Nutrition Classes
- Partnership Increases Breast Cancer Awareness Among Hispanics
- FRONTERA: UA Med School Internship Works to Address Border Health Disparities
- Community clinic serves uninsured when help is most needed
- St. Andrew's Children's Clinic
Education
- Border researchers, 'Between the Lines' invite input
- A Different kind of Zoo- The Arizona- Sonora Desert Museum
- English class in Nogales, Sonora
- Local Butterfly Sanctuary Hosts Many Species
- Multicultural Greek Life
- Junior Honorary Helps Near Border Monthly
- Several International Players on UA Club Soccer Team
- In the eyes of ELL students
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Border Beat Insider
Border Beat Staff
A look into the inner workings of the mostly well oiled machine called Border Beat.
A Look at Border Studies
Amanda Portillo
A look into the research of the borderlands by U.S. universities, especially universities in border states.
A Peso for Your Thoughts
Matilde Cantero
What those who are new to the border area observe, their questions, and their thoughts.
Bebidas de Bridget
Bridget Miller
If you like pina coladas, you'll love these drink recipes from below the border.
Border Biz
Samantha Easter
Border Biz is a look at Business and Finance on and around the border.
Border Health Care
William Anderson
Attaching the electrodes another way to monitor the border's beat.
Bordering the Line
Nicky Hamila
A blog about relationships that are affected by the border.
Comida for Thought
Lauren Adams
A about taking food and drink recipes from south of the border and trying to make them on my own.
Coming to America: The Wide World of Sports
Matt Alvarez
Profiling Athletes In and Around the Tucson Area That Hail from Other Countries
Entertainment South of the Border Style
Ben Korrison
A blog exploring entertainment in Tucson brought on by latino influences.
Fashionista Frenzy
Laurann Robinson
A blog about border- inspired fashion trends and boutiques.
Inside la Cocina
Whitney Misenhimer
Exploring the sights and smells of an authentic Sonoran kitchen.
It's Always 'Sunny' in Tucson
Jeremy Hawkes
Covering the news and going on's in the Sunnyside Unified School District.
Lights, Camera, Border
Marcy Jones
Discussing Films about the Border
One tequila, dos tequila, three tequila, FLOOR!
Jocelyn Bresnick
A Blog About Tequilas and their Amigos
People Helping People
Allana Erickson
A look into non-profit organizations in Tucson, Arizona.
Reaching Hands Across Boundaries
Nikki Helms
Learn all about local volunteer and service efforts that are helping the underprivileged across the border.
Shots Fired on the Line
Joshua Schaa
The stories of photographers who origins or work are rooted in the US-Mexico border.
Studying Below the Border
Jackie Smith
A blog chronicling the experiences of students who studied abroad in Mexico, and students from Mexico studying here at the UA.
Christina Stymfal
This is your guide on how to have a fun-filled weekend on the border.