Letter to the Editor
Arizona’s housing market has learned to breathe, finding steadiness after years of acceleration. This issue explores balance — from innovation and opportunity zones to charitable tax credits that strengthen community giving.
Tucson Meet Yourself reminds us that culture thrives when we participate, not just observe. Growth here isn’t rushed; it’s intentional. Because in the desert, even stillness is movement — and that’s where Arizona’s next rise begins.
-Jennifer N. Conrad, Editor-in-Chief
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Inside This Issue
University of Arizona Sets Record for Invention Disclosures
By Kayla Johnson, Managing Editor In fiscal year 2025, the University of Arizona achieved a milestone by producing 324 invention disclosures, surpassing its previous record of 307. This…
Understanding the 2025 Arizona Charitable Tax Credits
As we approach the end of the year, it is the perfect time to highlight an opportunity that many Arizona residents can benefit from. The Arizona Charitable Tax Credits allow taxpayers to…
Tucson Meet Yourself 2025: Reflecting on a Weekend That Showed Tucson’s Heart
Last month, downtown Tucson once again proved why Tucson Meet Yourself is one of the most meaningful cultural gatherings in Southern Arizona. From October 17–19, 2025, the city transformed…
The Great Plateau: Where Arizona’s Housing Market Learns to Breathe
The desert has a way of teaching patience. After years of runaway listings and red-hot offers, Arizona’s housing market has slowed to the rhythm of its own heartbeat.
From Scottsdale’s…
Pima County Launches More User-Friendly Permit Portal
The Pima County Permit Gateway, a newly redesigned online permitting platform, was recently launched by the Pima County Public Works department to modernize and simplify the permitting process…
Opportunity Zones 2.0: Arizona’s Next Big Play
When the One Big Beautiful Bill Act (OBBBA) became law on July 4, 2025, it changed the landscape of Opportunity Zones across the country. For Arizona, this is a game-changer.
Hosting Made Simple: Arizona-Friendly Tips for a Calm, Organized Holiday Season
The holidays in Arizona hit a little differently. While the rest of the country is shoveling snow, we’re setting tables outside, opening the patio doors, and welcoming friends and family…
Home is Where the Heart Is: Adela’s Italian Restaurant
When Adela's Italian Restaurant opened its doors in October of 2014, their mission was simple: serve their community with the highest quality of food, service, and care.
Advertising Meets Community: UArizona Students Invite Tucson to Support BCI’s Mission
Earlier this semester, Arizona Ascent highlighted how students in the University of Arizona’s Applied Advertising course have been building a real campaign partnership with BaseCamp for…
