Arizona Daily Star digital producer Jesse Tellez's top 5 videos of 2021
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We are sharing Arizona Daily Star reporters', photographers', and videographers' favorite work from 2021.
Digital producer Jesse Tellez joined the Star this summer and oversees social media and other online content. He enjoys making videos and writing the weekly Tucson Time Machine historical newsletter.
Watch now: Tucson-area WWII vets take flight in restored biplane
UpdatedTwo local veterans, ages 102 and 95, were taken on flights in a World War II-era Boeing Stearman biplane out of Ryan Airfield west of Tucson as part of Operation September Freedom.
The two-month mission organized by Dream Flights, a nonprofit organization, aims to give 1,000 veterans across the country a scenic flight with the help of volunteer pilots.
Leo Fisher and Louis Hiett, residents of Splendido at Rancho Vistoso in Oro Valley, were among four veterans who got to soar above Tucson on Tuesday, Sept. 14, 2021.
Watch now: Tucson's monsoon season brings Sabino Canyon to life
UpdatedTucson is looking pretty green! Check out the views from Sabino Canyon following this summer's above-average rainfall.
Make sure to check the weather before heading to Sabino Canyon as some trails and areas may be closed due to flooding.
Watch now: 2021 El Tour de Tucson's new 102-mile route draws cyclists from all over the world
UpdatedThe 38th annual El Tour de Tucson had nearly 6,500 participants, with two international cyclists winning top spots.
Mexico's Gerardo Ulloa was the first to cross the finish line following Saturday's 102-mile bicycle race and Cuba's Marlies Mejías had the fastest time among female cyclists. Video by Jesse Tellez/Arizona Daily Star.
Watch now: New Tucson 'selfie museum' opens, offers immersive photo experience
UpdatedYouniverse Selfie Museum has nearly 50 sets and backdrops customers of all ages can use for do-it-yourself photoshoots.
The new entertainment space is the latest venture by local brothers Connor and Ian Franulovich, who also own and operate The Breaking Point next door to the selfie museum.
Admission costs $25 and children under the age of 5 get in for free at Youniverse, located at 5750. E. Broadway Blvd.
Watch now: Manager at Tucson Fry's store surprised with $1 million check
UpdatedRey Rocha, a store manager at Fry's Food Store on East Grant Road, received a $1 million check from the Kroger Community Immunity Giveaway on Aug. 16.
