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Thursday, January 15th, 2026
Good morning, Tucson. Here's your local news at a glance for Thursday, the 15th of January.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Little Caesars will launch its Love Kitchen at The Salvation Army Tucson on Sunday, Jan. 18, starting at 10 a.m. The truck will serve 150 shelter clients with pizza and beverages (Pepsi). KVOA
- ➤ The City of Tucson will upgrade 10 westside parks over the next two years under its Parks and Connections project. This spring, construction at Fred Archer Center installs a splash pad, while updates at Kennedy and Santa Cruz parks are set for later this year + early next year. KGUN 9
- ➤ Yesterday, a sold-out Wildcats watch party at The District Bites and Brew (energizing fans) kicked off the week; upcoming events include a coin expo at Casino del Sol, Dillinger Day re-enactments at Hotel Congress, live jazz at the Rialto Theatre, and MLK activities at Reid Park. Tucson Sentinel
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ The Arizona Game and Fish Department is offering $500 for information on a deer illegally removed from a closed area in Tucson Mountain Park near the parking lot at 36th Street and Enchanted Hills Trailhead between Dec. 17 and Dec. 18, 2025. KVOA
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Veteran saxophonist Kirk Whalum will perform his 'Songs of Change' at Rialto Theatre on Saturday, Jan. 17 as part of the Tucson Jazz Festival. He will join Jazzmeia Horn & John Stoddart to bring hope and unity through music. Tucson Sentinel
- ➤ Hotel Congress hosts the 32nd annual Dillinger Days starting tomorrow with a Dillinger Speakeasy that features a live John Dillinger act with professionals (tickets include whiskey tasting) and on Saturday offers family-friendly reenactments and historic tours recalling his capture. Tucson Weekly
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ University of Arizona restarted its four-year apprenticeship program to train facility services workers by offering 8,000 hours of hands-on learning at its campus facilities. Nine apprentices, chosen from a pool of 600 candidates, will gain technical skills to replace retiring staff. KGUN 9
- ➤ The Arizona School for the Deaf and Blind (ASDB) will begin using Copper Creek Elementary next school year after the Amphi School District closed several schools to save costs. ASDB officials plan to sign a five-year lease following meetings with staff and the community. KVOA
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ A sold-out crowd is set to pack McKale Center tonight as the Arizona Wildcats + Arizona State Sun Devils face off at 8:30 p.m. in a heated rivalry game for bragging rights. KVOA
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Asphalt Astronaut Concert
7-11 p.m. — Vertigo Wines — Check for entry details — Enjoy live music from Tucson's acclaimed singer-songwriter Asphalt Astronaut.
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P.O.P - The Paul Opocensky Project
10 AM – 2 PM — St. Philip's Plaza Market — Free entry — Experience soulful live music by singer-songwriter Paul Opocensky in a vibrant market setting.
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Paint with Pigs Fundraiser
2-4 p.m. — Ironwood Pig Sanctuary — $45 — Enjoy a unique painting experience alongside friendly pig rescues while supporting a good cause.
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Terell Stafford with the Century Jazz Orchestra
6:30-9:30 p.m. — The Century Room — $35-$50 tickets — Experience the vibrant sounds of jazz as Terell Stafford celebrates 60 years of Monday nights at the Village Vanguard.
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Jenny Scheinman Concert
6:30-9:30 p.m. — The Century Room — $30-$45 Tickets + DICE fees — Experience acclaimed violinist Jenny Scheinman as she brings her unique vision of American music to life.
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P.O.P - The Paul Opocensky Project
6-10 p.m. — Roadies | Lanes + Games + Gastropub — Ticket prices vary — Experience soulful original music and covers from Tucson's own Paul Opocensky.
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P.O.P - The Paul Opocensky Project
6-10 p.m. — Mercado San Agustín — Check for entry details — Experience soulful acoustic grunge with Tucson's own Paul Opocensky in a vibrant venue.
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Guitar Performance featuring Joaquín Clerch and Soprano Elena Rivera
7-11 p.m. — Holsclaw Hall — Ticketed event — Experience the enchanting collaboration of renowned guitarist Joaquín Clerch and acclaimed soprano Elena Rivera in a night of classical music.
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Misael Barraza Diaz CD Release Concert
6:30-9:30 p.m. — The Century Room — $20-$30 + Dice fees — Experience authentic flamenco as master guitarist Misael Barraza Diaz releases his new album accompanied by talented artists.
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John Stowell Trio Performance
6:30-9:30 p.m. — The Century Room — $20-$30 — Experience the unique jazz sound of celebrated guitarist John Stowell live on stage.
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