Good morning, Tucson.

Saint Francis Community Services has opened a larger food pantry at 3550 N First Ave to help more than 250 Midtown and Northside residents weekly by providing groceries, hygiene products, and clothing — SNAP benefits are not required after new work rules cut aid.

Big Brothers Big Sisters connects mentors Corey and Max through shared interests in disc golf, sports, and sushi; they encourage community support at a carwash fundraiser (13 News anchor Dan Marries hosts the event today at Chuze Fitness at Grant and Craycroft from 9 a.m. to 7 p.m.).

Pima Animal Care Center in Tucson is nearing capacity with nearly 500 dogs and no kennel space for medium and large breeds, as it took in 60 dogs this week while only 39 found homes.

The shelter urges locals to adopt or foster a dog+ help free up space before more animals face delays.

Local organizers will host an Empty Bowls Fundraiser to help fight hunger in southern Arizona, inviting neighbors to support local food programs; additional event details will be shared soon.

Tucson will see Wa:k Pow Wow and the Banff Film Festival this weekend, and the Saint David Monastery Art Festival will return in Cochise County.

Residents can enjoy Southern Arizona's diverse cultural celebrations.

Tucson farmers face a steep challenge as a new proposal would cut Arizona’s Colorado River water allocation by more than 77%—forcing farms to rely on backup water amid ongoing debates over sustainable use.

Local agricultural producers await federal and state solutions by this fall.

Gas prices across Arizona are rising as AAA reports the cost of regular gasoline spiked; Tucson drivers currently pay $3.40 per gallon, up 32 cents from last week due to Middle East conflict and seasonal demand increases (AAA suggests efficient trip planning to help reduce costs).

A new stormwater-powered trash trap is now in place in a downtown ditch to keep the Santa Cruz River clean in Tucson.

City leaders + the Sonoran Institute will add another trap near Reid Park to help reduce water pollution further, with $140,000 donated for the project.

Tucson and Lime partnered to set up seven mandatory scooter parking zones near the University of Arizona campus in a six-by-two block area, and riders must park scooters in these zones to avoid fees.

City leaders are boosting violence prevention with the Scaling Safety Initiative, which funds local programs and supports residents at risk (including community member Isaac Durgin) to get help before violence occurs.

Nearly 5,700 Tucson-area vehicles remain on the road despite Stellantis' stop-drive alert for defective Takata airbag inflators (32,000 statewide are affected), according to Carfax.

Tucson Medical Center has used artificial intelligence in exam rooms since 2023 to help doctors and nurses work more smoothly.

The new system cuts charting time and flags high-risk patients quickly (boosting care amid local doctor burnout).

Mike Boyle from Burns Pest Elimination appeared on Tucson Now on Mar.

4 to advise Tucson residents on how to safely manage rising bee swarms in Southern Arizona; he explained steps to protect homes from bee encounters + potential stings.

Mute Swan Concert

7:30-9:30 p.m. — La Rosa — Tickets available — Enjoy the melodic experience of Mute Swan performing their song 'Burnt Almonds'.

TMC Arizona Distance Classic Half-Marathon

Half-Marathon — 8 a.m. — Oro Valley, AZ — Entry fee required — Experience an exciting day of running at the Arizona Distance Classic.

Tucson Roadrunners vs. Henderson Silver Knights

6:30 PM — Tucson Arena — Check for ticket prices — Watch the exciting showdown as the Roadrunners face off against the Silver Knights.

Rodney Crowell: Airline Highway Tour

7:30-10:30 p.m. — La Rosa — Cost TBA — Experience a night of award-winning country music from the legendary Rodney Crowell.

Anthony Gomes Live Concert

7-10 p.m. — Hotel Congress — $22+ — Experience Anthony Gomes electrifying the stage with his powerful blues and rock performance.

Hubbell Trading Post at the Tucson Festival of Books

9:30 a.m. – 5:00 p.m. — The University of Arizona — Free entry — Witness author Gregg in conversation about his latest book ANTIHERO at the Tucson Festival of Books.

Jazz Jam Session

6:30-9:30 p.m. — The Century Room — $5-$10 + DICE fees — Enjoy an evening of improvisational jazz with local musicians and a guest multi-instrumentalist.

El Royale Beer Release

3-9 p.m. — Pueblo Vida Brewing Company — Limited edition beer release — Celebrate the launch of a tropical Mai-Tai inspired hazy IPA with pineapple and coconut flavors.

Wednesday Team Trivia Night

7-9 p.m. — Pueblo Vida Brewing Company — Free entry — Test your wits and enjoy drinks while competing for fun prizes in a vibrant atmosphere.

The Wildwoods Live

7-10 p.m. — Hotel Congress — $18-$28 + fees — Enjoy a lively evening with The Wildwoods from Lincoln, Nebraska, and Gabrielle Pietrangelo.