Good morning, Tucson.

Animal shelters in (Southern Arizona) held pet adoption events on July 5 to offer a selection of adoptable animals to local families, with shelters providing details for those seeking a new companion.

After fireworks on July 4 sparked a brush fire near A' Mountain, Tucson officials announced that future Fourth of July celebrations will feature a drone show instead of fireworks.

Tucson Fire responded to a brush fire sparked by fireworks near South Treat Ave + East 36th Street just after 9:00 p.m. Saturday and took about an hour to put it out with no injuries reported.

The Arizona Daily Star offers free online access to a feature that highlights six local contributions in America’s first 250 years.

The showcase runs over the 4th of July weekend, inviting community members to explore southern Arizona’s heritage.

Mission Garden (near Downtown Tucson) was added to the National Register of Historic Places after a six-year effort that honored its role as a living museum for communities along the Santa Cruz River.

The designation follows a $500,000 grant effort to restore and document the site’s diverse cultural history.

Fire officials stopped progress on a wildfire burning in Dudleyville Sunday afternoon.

Pinal County Sheriff evacuated residents near N. Horseshoe Dr. as firefighters worked to extend containment lines around the six-acre Sunnyvale Fire (evacuation notice in effect) while North Dudleyville Road remained closed.

Health leaders are opposing plans to merge the Tucson Indian Health Service office with one in Phoenix to maintain local healthcare access (they say the merger undermines tribal sovereignty) and are urging federal officials to reverse the move.

Pima County opened a new air-conditioned COOLTainer at Augie Acuña Los Niños Park on June 29 to offer residents a cool space (with water, heat-relief supplies, and public health resources) that operates from 3 to 7 p.m. on weekdays and from 1 to 7 p.m. on weekends near Interstate 10.

Late Night with Saxophonist Ben Canfield

10:30 p.m. — The Century Room — Free entry — Enjoy late night vibes featuring live saxophone from Ben Canfield after the Saturday night show.

P.O.P - The Paul Opocensky Project

8 AM – 12 PM — St. Philip's Plaza Market — Free entry — Singer-songwriter Paul Opocensky delivers epic shows of original music and soulful covers.

Advancing STEM Research Teaching Conference

9 a.m.-3 p.m. — Community Foundation for Southern Arizona — Free workshops — Enhance your STEM teaching strategies with intensive professional development over four days.

Breakthrough Basketball Shooting & Ball Handling Camp

— Jul 14-16 — Sporting Chance Center — $97 for observing coaches — Sharpen your basketball skills with high-intensity camps focused on shooting and ball handling.

Hot Jazz Wednesday with Marco & The Polos

6:30-10 p.m. — The Century Room — $10-$15 + DICE fees — Enjoy a lively night of traditional New Orleans jazz led by multi-instrumentalist Marco Rosano.

Happy Together Tour

Nostalgia Concert Series — Summer 2026 — Fox Tucson Theatre — Ticket prices vary — Celebrate the hits of the 1960s and '70s with an evening of unforgettable music.

The Paul Opocensky Project

8 AM – 12 PM — St. Philip's Plaza Market — Free entry — Experience the soulful acoustic grunge of live music by Paul Opocensky in Tucson's vibrant marketplace.

Jazz Jam with Cameron Davidson

6:30-9:30 p.m. — The Century Room — $5-$10 + DICE fees — Sit in with the house band and enjoy a lively evening of jazz improvisation.

The Century Jazz Orchestra

6:30-9:30 p.m. — The Century Room — $20-$30 tickets + DICE fees — Experience the lively performance of the 17-piece Century Jazz Orchestra with classics from the big band era.

Supercolor Beer Release

3-9 p.m. — Pueblo Vida Brewing Company — Cost of beer varies — Enjoy the return of a beloved Hazy IPA with tropical and earthy notes.