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Wednesday, February 11th, 2026
Good morning, Tucson. Here's your local news at a glance for Wednesday, the 11th of February.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints partnered with America250 to donate 250 semi-truckloads of food across 50 states, with the first 40,000-pound truckload arriving in Tucson on Feb. 10 and six more scheduled over the next six months. KVOA
ACCIDENTS NEWS
- ➤ Local officials will begin upgrades at the intersection where three University of Arizona students lost their lives in a hit-and-run last year. KOLD News 13
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ The University of Arizona will launch Galaxy Slam (Feb. 14-21) to celebrate its legacy in space research and sports, with a men’s basketball game on Feb. 18 and stargazing events at the Flandrau Science Center in Tucson. KVOA
- ➤ The University of Arizona announced that 170 students will become teachers to help ease the statewide shortage, as over 8,000 teachers left their jobs last year. The program will support future student learning in the community. KOLD News 13
ENVIRONMENT NEWS
- ➤ Residents can drop off household hazardous waste including cleaning products, batteries, and documents for shredding on Saturday, Feb. 14 from 8 a.m. to noon at IBEW union hall (750 S. Tucson Blvd.). The event is free for Tucson residents, while nearby suburbs are charged a fee. Tucson Sentinel
- ➤ The Arizona Department of Environmental Quality issued a revised air quality permit Monday for South32’s Hermosa Project, a mine near the Patagonia Mountains about 30 miles southwest of Tucson. The permit update, following EPA feedback, clears a regulatory hurdle for the project that will extract zinc, manganese, lead, & silver. Tucson Sentinel
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Pima County residents can get free tax help starting Feb. 13 at Kino One-Stop Career Center on E. Ajo Way. The VITA program offers service on Mondays and Fridays from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. until Mar. 20 and DIY classes Feb. 26, Mar. 12 and Mar. 26 for returns. KVOA
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ Arizona's Department of Health Services has issued a voluntary recall for Legacy & Co's Super Yuzu and Nature’s Wonder's Trap Queen marijuana products after detecting potential contamination from Aspergillus; consumers are advised to dispose of the products and check with dispensaries if they experience symptoms. KVOA
- ➤ Gov. Hobbs applied for $200M for rural health, but CMS revised the award to $167M; the revised budget is expected to be approved soon. State agencies will use the funds to enhance telehealth and basic health services in rural communities. KOLD News 13
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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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Greg Abate Quartet
6:30-9:30 p.m. — The Century Room — $25-$35 + DICE fees — Experience the mesmerizing saxophone skills of jazz legend Greg Abate in an engaging live performance.
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