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Friday, May 1st, 2026
Good morning, Tucson. Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 1st of May.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Search and rescue teams in Cochise County now use technology that turns lost hikers' phones into GPS trackers to reduce rescue times from 24 hours to hours, according to coordinator David Noland. KOLD News 13
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ On Apr. 30, a Tucson contractor lost $3,000 after a vendor took his deposit (and then vanished) from the project. KOLD News 13
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Independent film Choir Practice, shot and cast mostly by local talent in Tucson, premiered last week at the Arizona International Film Festival and earned the Best First Feature award for newcomer Sally Shamrell (a former KGUN 9 reporter). She is planning local theater screenings and international streaming distribution. KGUN 9
ECONOMY NEWS
- ➤ Job seekers will attend the News 4 Tucson Job Fair on May 6 at DoubleTree - Reid Park (9 a.m. to 2 p.m.), where local businesses will offer career opportunities and accept applications. KVOA
- ➤ Gas prices hit $4.30 per gallon today after a 7-cent jump in Tucson, marking the biggest one-day rise in the last six weeks. AAA data shows this is the highest price level since July 2022. KVOA
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ The University of Arizona is opening a new exhibit this weekend that explores whether we are alone in the universe. Visitors on campus can experience interactive displays at the Flandrau exhibit. KVOA
- ➤ The Tucson Unified School District postponed a vote on an $815,000 plan to support deaf and blind students from the Arizona State Schools for the Deaf and Blind until its next meeting, with no new date set. KVOA
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ City of Tucson Housing and Community Development seeks nonprofit partners to operate a mobile shower unit for unsheltered Tucsonans. Letters of Interest are due by May 20 via email; the City provides the trailer free while the partner manages staffing, supplies, and maintenance. City of Tucson
- ➤ On April 27, the Arizona State Land Department closed 3,689 acres near State Route 86 and West Valencia Road after unauthorized off-highway vehicle use damaged sensitive soil and vegetation (recreational permits are now invalid). KVOA
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ Tucson American Legion Post 109 is holding a free senior health fair to offer screenings and wellness resources for local seniors; organizers plan to announce event details soon (exact timing remains pending). KOLD News 13
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Motiejus Krivas and Ivan Kharchenkov announced their return to the Arizona men’s basketball team earlier this week to help the Wildcats reload for the upcoming season; their returns come after key teammates entered the NBA Draft to build a bid for a back-to-back Final Four appearance. The Daily Wildcat
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Mamma Coal: Solo Performance at Tanque Verde Ranch
5:30-9:30 p.m. — Tanque Verde Ranch — Call for pricing — Experience Mamma Coal's hard-hitting country tunes in a beautiful ranch setting.
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Jazz Jam with Max Goldschmid
6:30-9:30 p.m. — The Century Room — $5-$10 + DICE fees — Enjoy a lively instrumental jazz jam session with talented multi-instrumentalist Max Goldschmid and the house band.
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Stravenue Hazy IPA Release
3-9 p.m. — Pueblo Vida Brewing Company — Cost varies — Discover the unique flavors of Tucson with this new Hazy IPA featuring bright orange peel and star anise.
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Grupo Arizona Performance
6:30-9:15 p.m. — The Century Room — $10-$15 + DICE fees — Experience the vibrant fusion of classical and jazz rooted in Latin musical traditions with Grupo Arizona.
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The Tempest by William Shakespeare
2:00 – 4:30 PM — Rogue Theatre — Not specified — Experience the classic tale of Prospero and Miranda in a magical rendition of Shakespeare's timeless play.
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Mother's Day Brunch
12-2:30 p.m. — Tanque Verde Ranch — Adults: $90 | Children: $45 — Celebrate Mom with a curated brunch amidst stunning desert views.
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ART Conference
Various times — Loews Ventana Canyon Resort — Check event website for details — Explore the latest trends and networking opportunities in the accessories industry.
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Finance and Business Networking Event
6-8 p.m. — Sky Bar Tucson — Limited Tickets — Connect with finance and business professionals to elevate your career potential.
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Indigo Girls Concert
7-10 p.m. — Fox Tucson Theatre — Check for ticket prices — Experience the iconic harmonies of the Indigo Girls bringing their classic hits to life.
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Mike Zito Live
7-10 p.m. — Hotel Congress — $26-$32 — Experience an evening of blues music with Mike Zito at this iconic Tucson venue.
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