{"id":17,"count":6,"description":"<section class=\"community-page\">\r\n  <img class=\"alignnone size-full wp-image-1612\" src=\"https:\/\/ovv-stage.orovalleynews.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/Health.webp\" alt=\"Oro Valley community events, neighbors, and local groups\" width=\"1536\" height=\"1024\" \/>\r\n  <p>\r\n    The heart of Oro Valley is its people: neighbors who live, work, volunteer, and create here. This Community section connects you to the groups, traditions, and stories that make our town unique. Want to get involved or explore local culture? Start with our <a href=\"\/local\/events\/\">Events Calendar<\/a>, find organizations and clubs in the <a href=\"\/local\/directory\/\">Community Directory<\/a>, or listen to local stories on the <a href=\"\/voice\/podcast\/\">Oro Valley Voice Podcast<\/a>.\r\n  <\/p>\r\n\r\n  <hr \/>\r\n\r\n  <h2>Get Involved: Volunteer, Donate, Support<\/h2>\r\n  <p>\r\n    Did you know Oro Valley residents log thousands of volunteer hours every year? You can make a difference by giving your time or supporting a cause. Discover nonprofits and volunteer groups in the <a href=\"\/local\/directory\/\">Community Directory<\/a>.\r\n  <\/p>\r\n  <p>\r\n    We feature nonprofit spotlights regularly. If you are part of one, <a href=\"\/voice\/submit-a-story\/\">submit your story<\/a> for coverage.\r\n  <\/p>\r\n\r\n  <hr \/>\r\n\r\n  <h2>Clubs and Community Groups<\/h2>\r\n  <p>\r\n    Looking for connection? Browse local groups and associations in the <a href=\"\/local\/directory\/\">Community Directory<\/a>. Hear interviews and conversations on the <a href=\"\/local\/podcast\/\">Oro Valley Voice Podcast<\/a>.\r\n  <\/p>\r\n  <ul>\r\n    <li><strong>Oro Valley Hiking Club:<\/strong> Connects outdoor enthusiasts with regular local hikes.<\/li>\r\n    <li><strong>Oro Valley Community Band:<\/strong> Performs free concerts throughout the year.<\/li>\r\n  <\/ul>\r\n  <p>\r\n    Starting or leading a group? <a href=\"\/local\/directory\/\">Submit your group to our directory<\/a> or <a href=\"\/voice\/submit-a-story\/\">pitch a feature<\/a> to be highlighted.\r\n  <\/p>\r\n\r\n  <hr \/>\r\n\r\n  <h2>Community FAQ<\/h2>\r\n  <ul>\r\n    <li><strong>How do I join a local club?<\/strong> Visit the <a href=\"\/local\/directory\/\">Community Directory<\/a> for contact details and meeting info.<\/li>\r\n    <li><strong>Can I promote my group or event?<\/strong> Absolutely,just <a href=\"\/voice\/submit-a-story\/\">submit your story<\/a> or event details.<\/li>\r\n    <li><strong>Where can I hear local stories?<\/strong> New episodes are added to the <a href=\"\/local\/podcast\/\">Oro Valley Voice Podcast<\/a> regularly.<\/li>\r\n  <\/ul>\r\n\r\n  <hr \/>\r\n\r\n  <h2>Stay Connected<\/h2>\r\n  <div class=\"cta\">\r\n    <strong>Stay in the loop:<\/strong> <a href=\"\/voice\/newsletter-signup\/\">Join our newsletter<\/a>.<br>\r\n    <strong>Share your voice:<\/strong> <a href=\"\/voice\/submit-a-story\/\">Submit a community story<\/a>.<br>\r\n    <strong>Follow us online:<\/strong> <a href=\"https:\/\/www.facebook.com\/orovalleyvoice\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Facebook<\/a>\r\n  <\/div>\r\n  <p>\r\n    Oro Valley grows stronger when people are informed, involved, and inspired. This space is for everyone. Let\u2019s make it count.\r\n  <\/p>\r\n<\/section>\r\n","link":"https:\/\/ovv-stage.orovalleynews.com\/?cat=17","name":"Community","slug":"community","taxonomy":"category","parent":0,"meta":[],"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/ovv-stage.orovalleynews.com\/index.php?rest_route=\/wp\/v2\/categories\/17","targetHints":{"allow":["GET"]}}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/ovv-stage.orovalleynews.com\/index.php?rest_route=\/wp\/v2\/categories"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/ovv-stage.orovalleynews.com\/index.php?rest_route=\/wp\/v2\/taxonomies\/category"}],"wp:post_type":[{"href":"https:\/\/ovv-stage.orovalleynews.com\/index.php?rest_route=%2Fwp%2Fv2%2Fposts&categories=17"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}