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U Of A Withdraws Recognition Of Fraternity On Charges Of Hazing
The U of A in Tucson recently "permanently" withdrew its recognition of the Alpha Epsilon Pi fraternity on allegations of hazing.
Sharon Hess, Patch Staff
Sharon Hess, Patch Staff
- Tucson, AZ
Sharon Hess is a contributing editor for Patch Media, covering Phoenix and Tucson, Arizona. While she has worked in other fields, journalism is the only career she ever really loved. She worked several years as a freelance journalist and copy editor for the community-based SanTan Sun News, and as a technical magazine editor at OpenSystems Media. She holds a Bachelor's degree in Journalism from the Walter Cronkite School of Journalism and Mass Communication at Arizona State University.
Contact Sharon at Sharon.Hess@patch.com.
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UPDATE: Man’s Body Found In Lake At Phoenix’s Indian Steele Park
A man was found dead in a lake at Phoenix's Indian Steele Park Thursday morning. A Phoenix Fire spokesman said the body's been there awhile.
Sharon Hess, Patch Staff
Tucson|News|
Kartchner Caverns 20th Anniversary Brings Free Admission Saturday
Saturday, Nov. 16 is the Kartchner Caverns state park's 20th anniversary celebration. Admission is free, and family activities abound.
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Suspended Paul Petersen Fights Maricopa County To Get Job Back
Maricopa County Assessor Paul Petersen, accused of running an illegal adoption ring, is fighting last month's suspension by the county.
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Phoenix Motorized Wheelchair Rider Struck By Car Has Died
A Phoenix motorized wheelchair operator trying to cross Broadway Road mid-block Tuesday night was struck by a car and died at the hospital.
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Tucson|News|
Tucson Ob/Gyn Accused Of Misconduct Surrenders License
Tucson Ob/Gyn Cynthia Funckes, who worked at Genesis Ob/Gyn and Harmony Ob/Gyn, surrendered her medical license Friday after a board review.
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Tucson|News|
Misprinted Tucson ‘19st St’ Sign Draws Jabs From Area Drivers
The misprinted "19st St" sign at 19th Street and Campbell Avenue is inspiring jabs and good-natured scoffing from Tucson area drivers.
Sharon Hess, Patch Staff
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Military Who Served In AZ: Is Part Of This $2.3 Million Yours?
The Arizona Department of Revenue has $2.3 million in unclaimed financial assets to return to military members or their families.
Sharon Hess, Patch Staff
Phoenix, AZ|News|
Phoenix Police Officer Shoots Accused Armed Robber In Leg
Tuesday night a 27-year-old man holding a knife tried to rob a male waiting for a bus, then came toward an officer, who shot him in the leg.
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Tucson|News|
Registration Open For Tucson 50-And-Over Senior Olympic Festival
Registration has begun for the City of Tucson's 36th annual Senior Olympic Festival, featuring badminton, racquetball, bowling and more.
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Tucson|News|
Toby Keith’s Tucson Concert Gives Many Nods To Veterans
Toby Keith's sold-out Sunday concert at the 5,000-seat Casino del Sol amphitheater in Tucson included many toasts and nods to veterans.
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LDS Apostle Rasband 'Disgusted' By Paul Petersen Adoption Scheme
Latter-day Saint church Apostle Ronald Rasband denounced Maricopa County Assessor Paul Petersen's alleged adoption fraud scheme.
Sharon Hess, Patch Staff
Phoenix, AZ|News|
Amazon’s Military Pathways Program Eases Veteran's Transition
Amazon's Military Pathways program helps ease a Phoenix veteran's transition back to civilian life by providing a 5-year path to GM or VP.
Sharon Hess, Patch Staff
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U Of A In Top 20 On Military Times ‘Best For Vets’ List
The University of Arizona in Tucson appeared in the top 20 on Military Times' "Best for Vets: Colleges 2020" rankings. Here's why.
Sharon Hess, Patch Staff
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National STEM Day: It’s For Babies And Toddlers Too
National STEM Day is also for babies and toddlers, who often innately engage in STEM learning daily, whether their parents know it or not.
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Phoenix, AZ|News|
4,000 Soccer Girls Descend On Phoenix Friday For U.S. Tournament
This weekend 4,000 ECNL soccer-playing girls converge in Phoenix for a "National Selection Game" Friday and 48 hours of hundreds of games.
Sharon Hess, Patch Staff
Tucson|News|
Pima Animal Care Center Offers Free Veterans Day Microchipping
Veterans can get their pet microchipped free on Veterans Day at the Pima Animal Care Center. Veterans can also adopt pets free this weekend.
Sharon Hess, Patch Staff
Phoenix, AZ|News|
Public Invited To 'Celebration Of Life' For Officer Lee On Friday
Detention Officer Lee's legacy will be honored Friday at a 'Celebration of Life' in Phoenix. Lee was killed after an inmate attacked him.
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Phoenix, Tucson In Arizona’s Top 10 Cities To Own A Home
In a new "Top 10 Cities to Own a Home in Arizona" study, Phoenix and Tucson ranked in the top 7.
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Tucson|News|
5 Tucson Students Achieve Academically, Athletically
Five students from Tucson have earned academic or athletic recognition at five different universities. Do you know any of these students?
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