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Saturday, May 23rd, 2026
Good morning, Tucson. Here's your local news at a glance for Saturday, the 23rd of May.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ News 4 Tucson Lifesaver Swimfest invites parents to register their child for a free swim lesson at Lohse YMCA on May 28—sign up today to secure a spot in this community event. KVOA
- ➤ Starting Tuesday, May 26, local schools and the Community Food Bank of Southern Arizona will offer free breakfast and lunch for children 18 and younger and deliver nutrition kits to help fight summer hunger. Families may visit websites for detailed locations + schedules. Tucson Sentinel
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Rio Nuevo hosted a community watch party as three local female artists completed a downtown mural that honors Tucson's ties to Mexican and Tohono O'odham culture and celebrates women's role in preserving heritage. The artwork is located near the corner of Court Avenue + Washington Street. KVOA
- ➤ The 8th annual A Night to Remember gala will honor the memory of Victoria Teresa Arias (who drowned in 2017) in June, with tickets now available for the event in Tucson. KVOA
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Teachers at City High and Paulo Freire Freedom Schools voted Tuesday to join the Arizona Alliance of Charter Teachers and Staff union (28-5 vote) in Tucson. The unionization follows five months of organizing amid workforce cuts and marks a new step for charter school educators. Tucson Sentinel
ENVIRONMENT NEWS
- ➤ Forecasts show that a 'super' El Niño could bring a wetter winter to Tucson while summer monsoon predictions remain uncertain. Arizona Daily Star
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ The Arizona Corporation Commission (ACC) urged ratepayers to call their electric utility for bill assistance as high temperatures drive up costs and offered a disconnection moratorium from June 1 to Oct. 15 to help customers manage payments. KGUN 9
- ➤ Grant Road near I-10 is closed until early August to let crews work on the underpass near the Union Pacific Railroad. Drivers should use detour routes like Miracle Mile, Speedway Boulevard, and the I-10 frontage roads to bypass the closure. KGUN 9
- ➤ Pima County officials announced Friday that the Southeast Regional Park Shooting Range will be partially closed from May 27 through June 20 for renovations — the archery, rifle and pistol ranges will be open on Sundays only from 7 a.m. to 2 p.m. at 11296 S. Harrison Road. KGUN 9
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ Cottonwood Tucson is hosting a road show today to offer guidance on substance abuse and mental health services for local residents—experts will advise on when to seek professional help and connect attendees with community resources near Cottonwood. KOLD News 13
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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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Jazz Jam
6:30-9:30 p.m. — The Century Room — $5-$10 + DICE fees — Experience an evening of lively jazz with Max Goldschmid and the house band in an engaging jam session.
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Amor Deluxe Concert
7-10 p.m. — Hotel Congress — $10 — Tucson guitar legend Naïm Amor brings a night of genre-defying music with his band AMOR DELUXE and supporting acts.
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Wednesday Team Trivia Night
7-9 p.m. — Pueblo Vida Brewing Company — Free entry — Test your trivia skills and enjoy a fun evening with friends while competing for great prizes.
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I Can See Your House From Here Live Performance
6:30 & 8:30 p.m. — The Century Room — $25-$35 tickets + DICE fees — Celebrate a landmark jazz album with live renditions and intimate performances.
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Music for Listeners: Joseph Haydn
1-2:30 p.m. — Donna R. Liggins Recreation Center — Free entry — Discover the genius of Joseph Haydn, a key figure in classical music history.
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Jazz Jam with Cameron Davidson
6:30-9:30 p.m. — The Century Room — $5-$10 + DICE fees — Sit in with Cameron Davidson and enjoy a lively instrumental jam night with the house band.
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