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Sunday, February 15th, 2026
Good morning, Tucson. Here's your local news at a glance for Sunday, the 15th of February.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ The Arizona Daily Star published a round-up of letters from local residents for the week of Feb. 13, 2026, showcasing diverse voices & concerns. The collection captures community opinions on local issues without taking a side. Arizona Daily Star
- ➤ On Feb. 14, Tucsonans signed a banner outside KVOA to show support for the Guthrie family; many locals stopped by to express their care. KVOA
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Local columnist Tim Steller spotlights Tucson artist Jerry Harris (who delivers the paper on horseback, shoes horses from a deputy's patrol car, and plays cowboy polo) as he turns cowboy life into innovative metal sculptures. Arizona Daily Star
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Atharva Bomman, a fourth grader from Legacy Traditional School Northwest Tucson, won the 2026 Pima County Spelling Bee on Saturday, Feb. 14 by beating 41 competitors. He will advance to the State Spelling Bee set for March 21 in Phoenix. KVOA
ENVIRONMENT NEWS
- ➤ Arizona parks are preparing for early wildflower blooms as warm, wet weather supports growth in Southern Arizona. Experts predict that visitors will soon enjoy the vibrant display in outdoor spaces. Arizona Daily Star
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Tucson immigration officials reversed a detention order on Isa Maluenga Avila, who sought safety after fleeing violence in Venezuela, releasing her after weeks in custody. She arrived with hope for a fresh start in Tucson. Arizona Daily Star
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ The University of Arizona women’s basketball team lost 75-69 in overtime to ASU on Saturday, Feb. 14 at McKale Center — grad student guard Noelani Cornfield scored a career-high 24 points while junior guard Sumayah Sugapong added 23 — and the Wildcats will host Colorado, Boulder on Tuesday, Feb. 17 at 6 p.m. The Daily Wildcat
- ➤ The Wildcats faced the visiting Texas Tech Red Raiders yesterday in Tucson (part of their Big 12 matchup) while photos captured key plays during the game. Arizona Daily Star
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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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Strings and Winds Concert
2-4 p.m. — Tucson Symphony Center — $ — Experience the harmonious collaboration of strings and winds featuring music by Dvorák, Barber, and Valerie Coleman.
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Water Harvesting Design Certification Course
March 2-14 — Watershed Management Group — Registration required — Enhance your skills in water harvesting design through expert-led instruction and a guided tour.
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Aimee Mann Concert
8-11 p.m. — Rialto Theatre — Prices include all fees — Enjoy an evening of music with the talented Aimee Mann in Tucson.
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