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Monday, March 23rd, 2026
Good morning, Tucson. Here's your local news at a glance for Monday, the 23rd of March.
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Event organizers in Tucson rebranded the Cesar Chavez event after abuse allegations emerged. The change was announced today to better reflect community values. KOLD News 13
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Host David Lee led a panel on Colorado River water talks with local reporters and UA Water Resources Director Sharon Megdal — the program airs Fridays at 8:30 a.m. on KUAZ-FM and at 8:30 p.m. on PBS 6. Tucson Sentinel
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ Experts advise that Tucson residents ease allergy symptoms by keeping windows closed, changing clothes after outdoor exposure, and using correctly angled nasal sprays. The guidance comes as climate change extends pollen season + leads to more runny noses and itchy eyes. KOLD News 13
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ The University of Arizona gymnastics team placed fifth at the Big 12 Championship on Saturday at the Maverik Center in Utah — it now awaits its NCAA Regional selection, which will be announced Monday at 9 a.m. MST on ESPNU. The Daily Wildcat
- ➤ On Saturday, the Pima Community College men’s basketball team concluded the NJCAA Division II National Tournament by beating top-seeded Des Moines to finish in 5th place; game-high 31 points by Mason Hunt helped the Aztecs cap a (35-1) season. Tucson Sentinel
- ➤ Steven Alker won the Cologuard Classic in Tucson on Sunday with a 6-under 65 final round to beat Padraig Harrington in a playoff at La Paloma Country Club, and the event supported colon cancer awareness and local youth sports. KVOA
- ➤ Last Saturday, the Pima Community College women’s basketball team (Aztecs) won their first NJCAA Division II national championship in Hickory, N.C. Coach Todd Holthaus marked his 400th career win and led the team to a 64-58 victory over Kirkwood Community College amid a strong fourth-quarter rally. Tucson Sentinel
- ➤ The Pima Community College women’s basketball team upset top-seeded Johnson County CC in the NJCAA Division II semifinals last Friday (ending a 38-game win streak). They will face Kirkwood CC in the national championship game on Saturday at 3:00 p.m. local time. Tucson Sentinel
- ➤ The Pima Community College men’s basketball team won 80-79 over Palm Beach State in the NJCAA Division II Tournament to keep their season alive. They will play in the fifth-place consolation game on Saturday at 2 p.m. (MST). Tucson Sentinel
- ➤ On Friday, Mar. 20, No. 1 seed Arizona men's basketball defeated No. 9 seed Utah State 78-66 in San Diego to advance to the sweet sixteen — Motiejus Krivas scored 14, Koa Peat added 10, and Jaden Bradley closed with 18. The Daily Wildcat
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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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Beer Release: Albratross - Masters Edition
3-9 p.m. — Pueblo Vida Brewing Company — Check out the new hazy IPA brewed in collaboration with The Broadway featuring Galaxy, Citra, and Simcoe hops.
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Wednesday Team Trivia Night
7-9 p.m. — Pueblo Vida Brewing Company — Free entry — Test your trivia skills while enjoying drinks and vying for gift card prizes.
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Leonela Alejandro, Solo Guitar Concert
7-10 p.m. — Holsclaw Hall — Not specified — Experience the captivating performances of Leonela Alejandro, the grand prize winner of the Guitar Foundation of America competition.
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Easter Weekend at JW Starr Pass
4-6 p.m. — JW Marriott Tucson Starr Pass Resort & Spa — Check for pricing — Enjoy activities like an animal encounter and movie under the stars.
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