New Opposition to I-11 West Option!

The proposed Interstate11 and its preferred Avra route recommended by the ADOT is raising the ire of multiple organizations and individuals throughout Southern Arizona.

A recent Arizona Daily Star opinion piece written by Tom Hannagan, Board President of Friends of Ironwood Forest and active member of the Desert Fence Busters titled “Governor needs to rethink I-11 opinion,” outlines the poor planning and negative impact of this decision should it move forward. Click here to review the article in its entirety.

Below are additional links to voice your concerns directly to the Governor or write your own opinion piece opposing this disastrous proposal.

• Contact Gov. Hobbs 
• Arizona Daily Star
• Arizona Daily Independent
• Arizona Republic 

Stop by on

the 4th of July

The Living Desert Alliance is sponsoring a table at the Town of Marana's 2024

Star Spangled Spectacular July 4th event.

It takes place next Thursday, from 5pm - 9:30pm, at the Crossroads at Silverbell District Park, located behind the Arizona Pavilions shopping center within the Continental Ranch neighborhood.

The event features free attractions including a splash pad, field games, inflatables, exhibitors, a Petting Zoo and much more. Stop by, can't wait to meet you!

Click here to learn more!

Water News

If you haven’t been keeping up with the excellent information presented by the Tortolita Alliance on the status of water in our community and throughout the state, you’re missing out.

This week’s “Water Woes XXXI Agua Veto” points out the Arizona legislature's approval of 8 water bills, 5 of which were vetoed by Governor Hobbs. Click here to read the entire report and review additional environmental information presented by this amazing organization.

Monday, July 8^th

5:30-7:30

Marana Dems and Friends invites our members to attend a meet and greet for candidates or their designees for US Congress, Arizona House and Senate, and Marana Town Council as well as special guests.

Use the button below to RSVP for this unique opportunity to meet attending candidates in person and learn more about their positions on critical issues facing our community.

eWaste Recycling

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Wondering what to do with your old computer or printer? How about that LCD monitor or lithium batteries?



There are two e-waste recycling facilities in the Tucson area that repurpose or recycle electronics and other equipment following all applicable federal, state, and local regulations, including the Resource Conservation and Recovery Act. Click on the links below to learn more. 



Suburban Miners

 Keeper of the Grumper