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Friday, May 15th, 2026
Good morning, Tucson. Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 15th of May.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Yesterday, NW YMCA hosted a free 30-minute swim lesson from 4 to 7 p.m. as part of News 4 Tucson Lifesaver Swimfest — advance registration is open for the next event on May 28 at Lohse YMCA. KVOA
- ➤ On Saturday, a community sewing event organized by Queer Girls Pantry and Crafting Resilience assembled volunteers off I-10 — a project to produce reusable menstrual products amid rising prices — and stitched 127 pads, with plans for another session to reach 156 for local distribution. Tucson Sentinel
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ University of Arizona fraternity Sigma Phi Epsilon has been suspended from activities after hazing allegations emerged — it is the fourth fraternity to face such discipline in the last two weeks. Arizona Daily Star
- ➤ Families in Three Points must adjust as Marana High (cutting 20+ stops due to rising costs) will pick up students at only two locations next school year. Parents worry overcrowding may delay bus pick-ups and many will seek alternative transportation. KGUN 9
- ➤ Rich Kline graduated today after a non-traditional U of A journey from wildland firefighting to studying Russian and statistics (he spent a fall semester in Kazakhstan) and plans to work as a firefighter while aiming for a master’s degree. KGUN 9
- ➤ E.C. Nash Elementary School closed Wednesday as the district shut four campuses at the end of the school year — the community celebrated the school’s legacy that night while officials began planning new bus routes for dispersed students. KGUN 9
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ A Pima County official said the levee at the Casita Village at La Mariposa housing project is FEMA certified, even though neighbors and independent experts dispute the claim. FEMA said it has not certified any flood control structure in the area and officials will clarify which levee meets federal standards. KOLD News 13
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ El Rio Health celebrated the pre-grand opening of its new Stone Health Center in Tucson, one of the largest community health centers in the country. KVOA
- ➤ A second Arizonan linked to the MV Hondius cruise ship hantavirus outbreak is being evaluated in Nebraska & will be monitored locally upon return, state health officials said, with the outbreak now totaling 11 cases, nine of which are confirmed. KOLD News 13
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ The University of Arizona baseball team will close its season with a three-game road series against No. 21 Oklahoma State in Stillwater this week as it seeks to boost its Big 12 Tournament hopes. KVOA
- ➤ FC Tucson will play a tune-up match today at 7 p.m. at the Kino Soccer Complex north grandstand against FC Barcelona’s Arizona academy team as the club shifts locations for Iranian World Cup training. Coach Pineda said 80% of the roster is set; the team will vacate offices May 26. Tucson Sentinel
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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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Nirvanarama Beer Release
3-9 p.m. — Pueblo Vida Brewing Company — Check out the latest groovy Hazy IPA dry-hopped with exclusive New Zealand hops.
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Team Trivia Night at Pueblo Vida Brewing Company
7-9 p.m. — Pueblo Vida Brewing Company — Free entry — Test your trivia skills with friends and enjoy prizes while sipping tasty brews.
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Juniper Djinn Live Performance
6:30-7:45 p.m. — The Century Room — $10-$20 + DICE Fees — Experience a nostalgic evening of early jazz and melodious waltzes with Juniper Djinn.
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RBY x KD Wrestling Camp
May 23-27 — Desert View High School — $399 — Train with elite coaches and learn from accomplished athletes in an intensive wrestling camp.
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Wednesday Team Trivia Night
7-9 p.m. — Pueblo Vida Brewing Company — Free entry — Test your knowledge with friends and compete for gift card prizes at this fun trivia night.
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Monthly Coloring Day at Pueblo Vida Brewing
3-9 p.m. — Pueblo Vida Brewing Company — Grab a drink and unwind with classic coloring sheets for a perfect mid-week reset.
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Collie Buddz Concert
6-11 p.m. — La Rosa — Ticket prices vary — Experience an unforgettable night with Collie Buddz's hits and lively crowd interaction in an intimate setting.
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20th Annual Meet Me Downtown 5K Night Run & Festival of Miles
6-9 p.m. — Children's Museum Tucson — Registration required — Celebrate community spirit with a night run and a festival featuring awards for participants.
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