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Thursday, March 19th, 2026
Good morning, Tucson. Here's your local news at a glance for Thursday, the 19th of March.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ The Salvation Army Tucson (a local non-profit) is hosting its annual Community Easter Brunch and invites locals, organizations and businesses to donate to families in need. The event offers a chance to make Easter memorable by strengthening community bonds. KVOA
- ➤ Tucson’s Fourth Avenue Spring Street Fair returns this weekend along Fourth Avenue, offering a space for community members to gather and celebrate local culture. The event will feature activities that reflect the town's vibrant spring spirit. KOLD News 13
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ The 10th annual Tucson Japanese Festival returns Saturday at the Tucson Chinese Cultural Center with Japanese art, food, and live performances including traditional Mochitsuki ceremonies for $5 admission (2,300 visitors expected). Tucson Sentinel
- ➤ Tucson teens will perform in the third annual Battle of the Bands on Sunday, Mar. 29 at noon at Gene C. Reid Park’s DeMeester Outdoor Performance Center, competing for a radio spot on KXCI’s Locals Only show plus a full home recording package. KVOA
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Scientists at the University of Arizona examined samples from asteroid Bennu and found that large boulders are unexpectedly cracked (suggesting they are more porous than predicted). The research used CT scans and lock-in thermography to model heat flow and reshape our understanding of Bennu’s surface. KVOA
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Tucson Mayor Regina Romero said Cesar Chavez Day celebrations will be modified this year after United Farm Workers canceled participation amid abuse allegations + the city is reviewing the holiday’s title and rescheduling the planned march into a rally at Rudy Garcia Park. KGUN 9
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ Due to dangerously high temperatures, the Salvation Army Tucson is opening its cooling center early and will operate today through Sunday from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. at the Hospitality House (1002 North Main Ave) to provide air conditioning, meals, showers, and additional support services. KVOA
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ The Cologuard Classic Pro-Am golf event sees pros, amateurs + cancer survivors competing today on a Tucson course. The tournament brings together a range of golfers for a spirited day of community support. KOLD News 13
- ➤ The University of Arizona Men's Golf team won the Arizona Thunderbirds Intercollegiate at Tucson Country Club. The win marks their eighth triumph in nine home events. KVOA
- ➤ Arizona Wildcats earned the West Region’s No. 1 seed on Selection Sunday— they will face NEC champion Long Island in San Diego on Friday. Tucson Sentinel
- ➤ Pima Community College’s women’s basketball team won 71-64 against Des Moines Area Community College in the NJCAA Division II National Tournament on Tuesday — Kiley Sours-Miller led with 26 points as the Aztecs notched their 15th win and will play in the National Quarterfinal round on Thursday. Tucson Sentinel
- ➤ On Tuesday, the Pima Community College men’s basketball team beat Davidson-Davie by a score of 108 to 80 in the NJCAA Division II National Tournament, with Mason Hunt scoring 30 points and Brock Mendoza adding 23. They will face Iowa Central College on Thursday at 3:00 p.m. in Tucson. Tucson Sentinel
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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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Jazz Jam with Max Goldschmid
6:30-9:30 p.m. — The Century Room — $5-$10 + DICE fees — Experience a lively instrumental jam with Max Goldschmid and the house band.
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