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Wednesday, March 18th, 2026
Good morning, Tucson. Here's your local news at a glance for Wednesday, the 18th of March.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Reid Park Zoo is inviting Tucsonans to submit name ideas for its new baby giraffe today at the zoo. The event welcomes creative suggestions from locals as the young animal becomes a community favorite. Arizona Daily Star
- ➤ United Farm Workers canceled Cesar Chavez Day events after claims emerged that minors were hurt during Chavez's early leadership. The union is setting up a private help channel (for those affected) and local leaders urge support for immigration justice events. KVOA
ACCIDENTS NEWS
- ➤ The Pima County Sheriff's Department is advising residents of a lane closure in Three Points after a power pole crash Tuesday afternoon that is affecting power for 110 Trico Electric customers. KVOA
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ Tucson restaurants and sports bars are gearing up for March Madness as Arizona’s Wildcat fans bring extra energy; Gentle Ben’s is adding a 32-foot LED screen and Corbett’s is opening (9 a.m.) Thursday and Friday to handle the crowd. KGUN 9
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Tucson Sentinel reporters were at UA Mall on Saturday and Sunday for the Festival of Books, where donors + visiting authors gathered to celebrate local literary creativity. Tucson Sentinel
ECONOMY NEWS
- ➤ Diesel and fertilizer prices in Arizona have risen, pushing local farms like Caywood Farm to work harder while facing higher costs and scarce water — the 255-acre operation in Pinal County struggles today with the risk of reduced production. KOLD News 13
ENVIRONMENT NEWS
- ➤ Hawk Watch International has received a 16-acre land donation that will open new avenues for bird of prey conservation and research in Tucson — the project is set to develop soon. KVOA
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ The House passed the bipartisan Chiricahua National Park Act that would upgrade the 12,000-acre Chiricahua National Monument in Cochise County to national park status — a change expected to boost tourism and jobs as the bill awaits Senate approval. KVOA
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ Caring Connections, a service from a Tucson man and his cousin, now sends daily check-in texts to seniors living alone. It monitors responses and contacts emergency contacts or law enforcement if needed (providing both safety and social connection). KGUN 9
- ➤ Volunteers from the American Red Cross + City of Tucson + Pima County Health Department led an Extreme Heat Walk in South Tucson last Tuesday, handing out heat safety tips, sunscreen, and water bottles. Eleven walks are planned through next month to help residents prep for 100-degree temperatures by April. KVOA
- ➤ The Cologuard Classic ‘Birdies for Survivors’ event will bring the colorectal cancer community together in Tucson soon. Organizers plan to offer support and education for survivors and their families at a local gathering. KOLD News 13
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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.
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Monster Jam
March 20th-22nd — Tucson Arena — Ticket prices vary — Experience thrilling monster truck action and amazing stunts at this exciting show.
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KXCI’s 2nd Annual Baila el Pueblo Music Festival
4-10 p.m. — St. Augustine Cathedral — Cost info not provided — Celebrate cultural diversity with vibrant music and local food at this all-day festival.
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Nattali Rize Live in Concert
7-11:59 p.m. — The Sea of Glass — Center for the Arts — Experience a high-energy reggae show with Nattali Rize and her band uniting people through music.
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Pat Benatar Concert
7:30-10:30 p.m. — Fox Tucson Theatre — Ticketed event — Enjoy an iconic pop performance from Pat Benatar and Neil Giraldo.
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Fields IPA Release
3-9 p.m. — Pueblo Vida Brewing Company — Cost for drinks varies — Enjoy a refreshing single-hop Mosaic IPA with berry notes and unique can art.
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Stella Standingbear Live Performance
8-11 p.m. — The Rock — Ticket purchase required — Experience a dynamic concert from Stella Standingbear in a vibrant setting.
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TENWEST IdeaFunding Pitch Showcase
7-9:30 p.m. — Rialto Theatre — General Admission available — Catch Southern Arizona's longest running live startup pitch event showcasing innovative ideas.
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Evil Woman - The American ELO Experience
7:30-10:30 p.m. — Fox Tucson Theatre — Tickets required — Experience a spectacular performance by a 12-piece band blending classic rock and pop, just as Jeff Lynne intended.
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Ontario Reign vs. Tucson Roadrunners Game
6-8 p.m. — Tucson Convention Center — Ticket prices vary — Enjoy a thrilling hockey game featuring a special House Band performance for Grateful Dead Night.
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