Copper Courier

Plus: The fallout of allegations against César Chavez Share with a friend     Good morning! Institutions across the US are removing the late civil rights leader César Chavez’s name from schools, holidays, parks, and more following a report from The New York Times laying out allegations that he sexually assaulted girls and women, including…

Plus: A convenient way to score cheap produce Share with a friend     Good morning! I’m not a vegan, but I like to incorporate plant-based meals into my diet for both health and environmental benefits.  I also like to support vegan restaurants because the more healthy options there are available, the better for everyone.  When…

Plus: The history of the Tucson Presidio Share with a friend     Good morning! I’m planning to lay low this weekend given the record-high temperatures.  On Saturday, I’ll try to drink in some coolness with a nighttime backyard hang at a friend’s house. And on Sunday, I’ll be attending a watch party for the…

Plus: A Tucson Festival of Books recap Share with a friend     Good morning! My trip down south last weekend for the Tucson Festival of Books was, in short, incredible. What I enjoy so much about the festival on the University of Arizona’s campus is the “choose your own adventure” aspect of it. There’s…

Plus: The race for mine inspector gets more interesting Share with a friend     Good morning! Happy St. Patrick’s Day! Hope you remembered to wear green today. ☘️ Yesterday we talked about gas prices rising since President Donald Trump entered the US into conflict in the Middle East. According to AAA, prices have already…

Plus: The Goodyear Buc-ee’s opening date Share with a friend     Good morning! Now is not a great time to plan a road trip. According to AAA, the average regular gas price in Phoenix on March 12 had risen by 84 cents since President Donald Trump launched the country into conflict in the Middle…

Plus: A hidden gem hike with lake views Share with a friend     Good morning! I make “bucket lists” for every season, and this year’s winter bucket list included a long hike before temperatures get too high. I’ve also been wanting to see some wildflowers, so I decided to hike the 8.7-mile Palo Verde…

Plus: A huge book festival in AZ this weekend Share with a friend     Good morning! Editor’s note: Things look a little different today! We’re rolling out new branding that will also appear on our website next week. Hope you like it! This weekend is one of my favorites of the year, because it’s…

Plus: How to vote in an upcoming utility board election Share with a friend     Good morning! Are you an SRP customer? You may be eligible to vote in the upcoming board election. Salt River Project, or SRP, is a public utility company. The Arizona Corporation Commission, which sets rates for other utilities in the…

Plus: A guide for hungry hikers Share with a friend     Good morning! Yesterday, we talked about Republicans using custom Cybertrucks to advertise for their political campaigns. Jay Feely, a former Arizona Cardinals player who is running for the US House in Arizona, has a navy blue one with the license plate “THXELON.” I…