Here's your local news at a glance for Sunday, the 29th of March.
Good morning, Tucson.
Protesters gathered at Reid Park on Saturday, Mar.
28 as part of a nationwide ‘No Kings’ rally that pushed back against current policies; the local demonstration added Tucson’s voice to a broader series of events.
Kennedy Park (Tucson's southwest side) got a needed makeover on Mar.
28 as officials began upgrades to improve the park for local families.
Tucson volunteers are training dogs for search and rescue missions under the guidance of Southwest Rescue Dogs, Inc. (which prepares canines to locate missing persons) as part of a community effort.
A fenced-off canal in Avra Valley is experiencing evaporation that experts say may shift local water use culture, with much water lost from the 80-ft wide channel about 30 miles northwest of Tucson.
State fire officials unveiled new wildfire detection cameras (powered by artificial intelligence) to spot fires before they spread, and the system will boost early warnings statewide as a severe fire season looms.
The Arizona Wildcats overcame a halftime deficit to beat Purdue 79 to 64 and reach the Final Four; they will travel to Indianapolis to compete at Lucas Oil Stadium on Apr.
4, with the championship game scheduled for Monday, Apr. 6.
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.
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.
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.
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.
Easter Weekend Prime Rib Dinner
April 4-6 — The Keg Steakhouse + Bar — $55 per person — Celebrate Easter with a delicious three-course prime rib dinner featuring delectable desserts.
Jazz Jam with Max Goldschmid
6:30-9:30 p.m. — The Century Room — $5-$10 + DICE fees — Experience an instrumental jam session with Max Goldschmid and the house band at this local music haven.
The Happy Fits Concert
7-9 p.m. — Rialto Theatre — All ages, $ — Enjoy a lively performance by The Happy Fits with GA standing.
Christian McBride Performance
7:30-9:30 p.m. — Fox Tucson Theatre — Check for ticket info — Experience a fusion of jazz, R&B, bluegrass and classical in an unforgettable evening.
Sierra Hull Concert
7:30-9:30 p.m. — Fox Tucson Theatre — Ticket prices vary — Experience the mastery of Grammy-nominated artist Sierra Hull in a live performance.
Mystery & Magic Dinner Theater Special Performance
Evening — Desert Diamond Casino & Entertainment — Check event details — Experience an enchanting evening of fine dining and immersive mystery performances.
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