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Sunsets

Mark Newhouse — Mon, 20 Jul 2009 07:01:24 +0000

Summer in Tucson means monsoon rains. The heat creates a convective force creating thunderheads over the mountains, that then move through the city, dumping rain on its residents. These late afternoon storms often leave a canvas of clouds on which the beautiful sunsets Tucson has become famous for are painted. But the monsoon is not the only time we enjoy these amazing sites—our signature sunsets happen year round. Enjoy these sunsets. [9 images total] Light poles at a park are silhouetted by the setting sun in Tucson, AZ.

Saddlebrooke Car Show

Mark Newhouse — Wed, 08 Jul 2009 07:01:15 +0000

The Independence Day Car Show has become a Saddlebrooke tradition, attracting automobile enthusiasts from all over southeastern Arizona. This year's show featured cars from the 20s to the present day, including a 2006 Ferrari F430. Later that night they provided a fireworks show. [21 images total]

1 Spectators enjoy the Saddlebrooke car show on July 4, 2009, near Tucson, AZ

Fireworks

Mark Newhouse — Fri, 03 Jul 2009 07:01:59 +0000

Fireworks are a highlight of Independence Day celebrations around the US, and Tucson, AZ is no different. We do have issues with the dry desert catching fire, which sometimes stops the city sponsored show. But smaller shows abound, like the one where these pictures were taken a few years ago. Each year the community of Saddlebrooke, just north of Tucson, hosts a small show that is visible from anywhere in the development. Residents set up chairs in their yards, turn out their lights and enjoy the show. A few years ago I brought my camera and a tripod and captured these images. [Twelve images total]