Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 5th of June.
Good morning, Tucson.
Veterans returned to Tucson on Jun 4 from the Honor Flight program and were greeted by local officials and community supporters celebrating their service.
Fox Tucson Theatre's expansion received a boost as Hughes Federal Credit Union pledged $5 million to its $26.6 million capital campaign.
The donation makes the credit union the naming sponsor for a new event center that will add extra space for performances and community events downtown.
Tucson Electric Power launched a new assistance program to help customers manage their utility bills.
The relief effort is available now to ease rising energy costs for local households.
The UA dorm at the Speedway and Campbell intersection will be nine stories high with 1,300 beds, revised from a 19-floor plan.
Construction begins later this summer and the facility opens Fall 2028 (under the Success for Every Student initiative).
Students ages 5 to 17 can join the Postal History Foundation's Tucson Birthday Art Contest for 2026 by submitting art inspired by local history; entries are due by Friday, July 17 at 2:30 p.m. (winners will have their designs on postcards during an awards ceremony on August 20).
A local mechanic raised $7,500 to save Flowing Wells High School's auto internship program that gives about 7 students hands-on experience working with professional mechanics this summer in Tucson.
Local shops including Bucks Automotive have partnered to train the students as the auto industry seeks younger workers.
The Biosphere 3 AI system at the University of Arizona is analyzing environmental data to boost local climate research.
Researchers expect the insights will guide upcoming environmental projects.
Data from the Arizona Department of Health Services shows that a few hantavirus cases occur each year (a rate considered normal) in the region.
Former professional cyclist Andy Bishop — a pioneer from Tucson who competed in the Tour de France three times and won the 1995 Herald Sun Tour — died peacefully early Tuesday at his New Hampshire home, his family said.
A celebration of life is being planned.
Arizona senior golfer Filip Jakubcik earned First Team All-American honors on Jun.
4, becoming the first Wildcat to receive the award in over 20 years.
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.
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.
Wednesday Team Trivia Night
7-9 p.m. — Pueblo Vida Brewing Company — Free entry — Test your knowledge and enjoy tasty drinks while competing for gift card prizes.
Fruit Bats Live in Concert
7:30-10:30 p.m. — La Rosa — Tickets from $86 — Experience the can't-miss live performance by Fruit Bats in Tucson.
Dad's Vibes & Rides Celebration
11 a.m. – 2 p.m. — Park Place Mall — Free entry — Celebrate Father's Day with live music, family activities, and an exciting car show.
Mamma Coal: Queens of Country Tribute
6-10 p.m. — The Gaslight Music Hall — Cost info not listed — Celebrate the powerful women of country music with Mamma Coal in a vibrant tribute performance.
Beauty And The Beast Musical
Various times — Centennial Hall UA — Ticketed event — Celebrate the magic of Disney’s 30th Anniversary production featuring captivating performances.
Aaron Szabo and Los Esquineros Live Performance
6:30-9:30 p.m. — The Century Room — $10-$15 + DICE fees — Enjoy an evening of Latin jazz with drummer Aaron Szabo and pianist Amilicar Guevara.
Solya Concert
7-10 p.m. — Hotel Congress — $22-67+ — Experience an ethereal evening with the rising star Solya and special guest Tela Novella.
World Cup Watch Party at Pueblo Vida Brewing Company
11:45 AM – 9:00 PM — Pueblo Vida Brewing Company — $4 pints all day — Catch the USA vs Australia game with friends and enjoy affordable brews.
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