Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 2nd of May.
Good morning, Tucson.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
Martin Sexton Concert
8:00 – 9:30 PM — 191 Toole — $38 — Enjoy the soulful sounds of Martin Sexton at this intimate venue in Tucson.
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.
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.
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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