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Thursday, April 16th, 2026
Good morning, Tucson. Here's your local news at a glance for Thursday, the 16th of April.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Today the Pima County Fair opens in Tucson with rides, live music from Stone Temple Pilots and Brett Young, pig races, pony rides and more, running until April 26. Weekday hours are 3:00 p.m. to 11:00 p.m. while weekend hours are 11:00 a.m. to 11:00 p.m. KOLD News 13
- ➤ Across Tucson, 22 restaurants are hosting Dine Out for Safety today to support survivors via SACASA (Southern Arizona Center Against Sexual Assault) by donating part of meal proceeds. Last year, the event raised over $85,000 to fund survivor services. KGUN 9
ACCIDENTS NEWS
- ➤ Firefighters worked overnight to contain a brush fire that burned 30 to 40 acres near North Harrison Road in the Agua Caliente Wash, and crews rotated to address hot spots as rising temperatures may spark additional spot fires. KVOA
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Two rescued mountain lion cubs are settling into a new exhibit at the Arizona-Sonora Desert Museum after being orphaned in the Pacific Northwest. Visitors can soon learn more about the cubs (part of the museum's wildlife conservation effort) during exhibit hours. Arizona Daily Star
- ➤ Mosaic Quarter is partnering with six local artists to install 11 original murals at its new Iceplex and Field House (project led by Executive Vice President Lindsay Knott) and they will be unveiled next spring and summer. The privately funded initiative will merge art with sports and broaden community appeal. Tucson Weekly
- ➤ Local public artist Danny Martin was painting a downtown mural this morning that honors Wildcats coaches Tommy Lloyd and Lute Olson at 5th Ave and 7th St and will finish it by this weekend (commissioned by the building owner). KGUN 9
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ On April 14, Tucson Unified School District discussed a pilot four-day schedule for Palo Verde High for the 2026-27 school year. Under the plan, classes run Monday through Thursday (8:10 a.m. to 4:10 p.m.) with Friday set aside as an enrichment day. KVOA
- ➤ The UA Thrive Center at the Bartlett Academic Success Center (1435 E. Fourth St.) offers student support with programs like peer mentoring, Accessible Kitchen Teach & Shares (Apr. 20, 10 a.m. to 12 p.m.) and campus tours that mix financial tips with practical meal planning. The Daily Wildcat
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Feds dropped their effort to recoup $72 million from the university — it announced plans to integrate the service centers and online marketing brand of Arizona Online and U of A Global Campus in coming weeks. Arizona Daily Star
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Henderson Silver Knights vs. Tucson Roadrunners
6-9 p.m. — Tucson Convention Center — Cost info not provided — Catch the professional ice hockey clash between the Tucson Roadrunners and the Henderson Silver Knights.
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8th Annual Margarita Festival
6-10 p.m. — The Oasis at Wild Horse Ranch — Free entry — Enjoy margarita tastings, live music, and support local vendors in a scenic desert setting.
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Mamma Coal Full Band Concert
6-10 p.m. — The Maverick King of Clubs — Ticket prices not listed — Experience the lively sounds of Mamma Coal, a rising country music star, alongside her full band in Tucson.
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The Ukulele Orchestra Of Great Britain
7:30-10:30 p.m. — Centennial Hall, Tucson, AZ — Tickets available — Enjoy an entertaining evening with the quirky charm of The Ukulele Orchestra.
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A Night With David Lee Roth
7-11 p.m. — Rialto Theatre — Tickets available — Experience the electrifying performance of 'Diamond Dave' in a night of rock and nostalgia.
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Tucson Tango Festival
A thrilling four-day celebration — Times Vary — Tucson Marriott University Park — Various prices — Immerse yourself in tango with international instruction, live music, and social dances.
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Kate Clover + Jenny Don't & The Spurs Concert
8:00-9:30 p.m. — 191 Toole — $15 — Experience the high-energy Country Western sounds of Jenny Don’t and The Spurs.
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Late Night Special with Halsero & EZ!!!
Halsero & EZ spinning the tunes that get you going!
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Jazz Jam Session
6:30-9:30 p.m. — The Century Room — $5-$10 + DICE fees — Unwind with live jazz and the chance for musicians to jam along with Max Goldschmid and the house band.
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Phoneboy and Heart Attack Man Concert
6:30-8:00 p.m. — 191 Toole — General Admission — Enjoy a night of live music with Phoneboy and Heart Attack Man.
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