Tucson
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Sunday, February 8th, 2026
Good morning, Tucson. Here's your local news at a glance for Sunday, the 8th of February.
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ Tucson.com and the Arizona Daily Star are accepting nominations for the fourth annual Top Workplace awards to honor outstanding local employers that employees love, with winners to be announced later. Arizona Daily Star
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Israel’s ambassador Yechiel Leiter came to Tucson today to dedicate a Torah scroll in memory of his son, Major Moshe Yedidya Leiter (killed in combat in Gaza last November). Arizona Daily Star
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ The University of Arizona is building on its mining leadership and will look for increased federal funding to enhance its research on critical minerals in the coming months. Arizona Daily Star
ENVIRONMENT NEWS
- ➤ Federal proposals now being considered may cut CAP water deliveries from about one-third to nearly 100%, putting Tucson's drinking water supply at risk (final decisions are pending) and local officials will review revised plans (concerns remain high). Arizona Daily Star
- ➤ Researchers at the University of Arizona are testing a STREAM system in Tucson + reclaim up to 90% of water from municipal brine by combining ultrafiltration, reverse osmosis, and an electrolytic cell. The pilot project involves multiple partners to study its cost-effective use in cleaning water for everyday needs. Tucson Sentinel
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ No. 1 Arizona, with a 22-0 record (9-0 at home), will play Oklahoma State (16-6, 4-5) in a men’s basketball game at McKale Center on Saturday afternoon. Arizona Daily Star
- ➤ The University of Arizona women’s basketball team lost 87 to 68 to West Virginia at Hope Coliseum on Saturday, Feb. 7, with turnovers and missed shots costing them the game. The Wildcats will face Cincinnati on Tuesday, Feb. 10, and the game will stream on ESPN+. The Daily Wildcat
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76th Street Concert
7-10 p.m. — Hotel Congress — $25-$30 — Experience the soul-stirring harmonies of Nashville's Pop/Rock duo 76th Street in an intimate setting.
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USA Junior All-American Games
Feb 13-15 — Kino Sports Complex — Competitive youth baseball tournament — Experience thrilling games with over 100 youth teams competing during President's Day weekend.
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Fine Valentine Run and Relay 2026
8 AM — Gentle Ben's — Registration fee required — Celebrate love and fitness with exciting races and a fun walk in Tucson.
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Jazz Jam with Max Goldschmid
6:30-9:30 p.m. — The Century Room — $5-$10 + DICE fees — Enjoy an evening of instrumental jams with multi-instrumentalist Max Goldschmid and the house band.
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BYU Cougars vs. Arizona Wildcats Men's Basketball
7-9 p.m. — McKale Memorial Center — Cost info not provided — High-stakes Big 12 rematch as No. 22 BYU faces No. 1 Arizona.
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Boogie T Live in Tucson
9:00 p.m. - 12:00 a.m. — Gentle Ben's — Ticket information not provided — Experience the high-energy beats of Boogie T as he brings his unique sound from the Louisiana bayou to the Tucson stage.
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USPA Tested and Open 2026 Arizona Powerlifting Classic
9 a.m. – 6 p.m. — Tucson Strength — Registration required — Compete in powerlifting events with both tested and non-tested divisions available.
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Jazz Jam with Max Goldschmid
6:30-9:30 p.m. — The Century Room — $5-$10 + DICE fees — Enjoy an evening of live jazz with multi-instrumentalist Max Goldschmid and the house band during an open jam session.
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AR Flamenco Performance
6:30-9:30 p.m. — The Century Room — $25-$35 + Dice fees — Experience the authenticity of flamenco with a celebrated local artist and live musicians in an intimate setting.
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Wednesday Team Trivia Night at Pueblo Vida Brewing
7-9 p.m. — Pueblo Vida Brewing Company — Free entry — Showcase your knowledge during a fun-filled trivia night with gift card prizes for winners.
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