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Friday, May 2nd, 2025
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Good morning, Tucson. Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 2nd of May.
ENVIRONMENT NEWS
- ➤ Oracle and other Arizona communities will join a nationwide Wildfire Community Preparedness Day tomorrow, May 3, to reduce wildfire risks with events such as Oracle’s discounted brush pit service under its twenty-year Firewise USA program — officials urge residents to clear debris and maintain a 30-foot buffer around their properties. Additional activities include a Firewise Day at Mortimer Farms in Dewey and fuel removal in Phoenix along with a Home Ignition Zone class in Payson. KVOA
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Attorney General Kris Mayes announced a $6M grant program to help Tucson tribes and nonprofits recover from fraudulent sober living home practices by awarding up to $500,000 per organization — the funding from Arizona’s Anti-Racketeering Revolving Fund will support compensation and recovery options for affected Native Arizonans. KVOA
- ➤ ADOT will hold two open houses to present plans for a $600 million project to widen and reconstruct I-10 between Kino Parkway and Country Club Road, with a presentation and Q&A session scheduled in person at Kino Sports Complex Event Center on May 7 at 5:30 p.m. and another virtual session on May 14 at 5:30 p.m.—Spanish translators will be available at both events. KOLD News 13
- ➤ Some advocates propose that Tucson buy out TEP’s power grid to lower high bills and boost green energy, with a federal study estimating the city would need to pay between 1.4 and 3.6 billion dollars—saving about $241 a year for each customer. TEP argues that splitting its system would require costly new construction and legal work—points both sides plan to discuss with voters soon. KGUN 9
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ Today, the Pima County Health Department warned that measles is a serious threat as vaccination rates remain in the mid to low 90s (below the 95% target needed for community immunity), putting children at risk. The department will promote vaccines at summer back-to-school events (despite reduced federal funding) to help protect the community. KOLD News 13
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SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ The Pima Community College baseball team won 9-5 over Paradise Valley Community College in Game 1 of the regional semifinals on Thursday, taking a 1-0 lead in the best-of-three series. They will play Game 2 today at 2 p.m.—the team looks to build on their win. Tucson Sentinel
- ➤ Pima College Baseball came from behind to beat Paradise Valley CC 9-5 in game one of the Region I Division II Semifinals at Aztec Field—Pima will try to clinch a finals spot today at 2:00 p.m. KVOA
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PNMT Cervical Spine Workshop
9 a.m. – 6 p.m. — Arizona School of Medical Massage and Wellness — $445, $405 early bird — Enhance your skills in problem-solving neck pain for massage therapy with hands-on experience.
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Tucson Arizona Boys Chorus 85th Anniversary Weekend
2-3:30 p.m. — Tucson Arizona Boys Chorus — $85 fee includes multiple events — Celebrate 85 years of music with an open house and reception honoring Dr. Julian Ackerley.
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Morrissey Concert
8:30 PM – 12:30 AM — Centennial Hall UA — Ticket prices vary — Experience the iconic frontman of The Smiths in a night of indie rock and Britpop nostalgia.
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Between The Buried And Me Concert
7-9 p.m. — Rialto Theatre — Tickets available — Experience a captivating evening with musical storytelling that blurs the line between dreams and reality.
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Chris Isaak Concert
7-9 p.m. — Fox Tucson Theatre — Tickets from $60 — Enjoy an evening of soulful music with Chris Isaak at a renowned local venue.
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Barnaby and the Butcher Concert
7-11 p.m. — St. Philip's Plaza — Cost varies — Enjoy a night of dark country and bluesy Americana with Barnaby and the Butcher.
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Martin Sexton Concert
8:00 – 9:30 PM — 191 Toole — $38 — Enjoy the soulful sounds of Martin Sexton at this intimate venue in Tucson.
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Marana Mother's Day 5K
8 AM – 12 PM — Gladden Farms Community Park — Family-friendly event — Celebrate Mother's Day with a fun 5K run for the whole family.
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Lukas Nelson Concert
7-9:30 p.m. — Rialto Theatre — Last-minute tickets available — Experience an evening with Lukas Nelson in Tucson's popular venue.
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Pueblo Vida Brewing Company Happy Hour
3-9 p.m. — Pueblo Vida Brewing Company — $5 full pours — Enjoy refreshing craft beers every Monday at unbeatable prices.
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