Here's your local news at a glance for Tuesday, the 7th of July.
Good morning, Tucson.
Local schools and the Community Food Bank offer free summer meals and nutrition kits through various programs.
ICS holds food distribution today from 8:30 to 10 a.m. at Connection Pointe Church + additional events run through July 10 at various Tucson sites.
Located at 5527 E. Pima St., Treasures and More, operated by Miracle Center, offers discounted groceries, clothing, furniture and more to help fund programs at Miracle Center and Gap Ministries.
Shoppers and volunteers join a community effort to support local resources amid ongoing challenges.
Firefighters are battling the Sunnvale Fire and have reached (25% contained) as some Dudleyville residents remain alert this Monday afternoon; officials advise staying updated on the evolving situation.
During the Fourth of July celebration, a tree fire ignited near homes on the southside at 36th Street and Country Club Road, and firefighters controlled the brush fire within an hour while urging residents to clear dry vegetation.
California-based ARTO Brick is moving its headquarters to the former Sam Levitz Furniture building at 3430 E.
36th St. and setting up a factory. The company will begin operations within a year, hire at least 85 employees, & bring fresh energy to the community.
The American Antique Mall, a 33-year fixture along Grant Road, will close by next July — owner Dwight Schannep will hold a liquidation sale in October to clear the 7,500 sqft space.
Dante's Tavern, a 13-year East Grant Road favorite, announced via social media Monday it will close in a few weeks due to an upcoming building remodel — and road widening.
The restaurant will continue catering services through Tucson Catering Company and Solana Spanish Villas.
Local groups Treasures 4 Teachers and Tucson Values Teachers (supporting educators) are offering grants and supplies to help teachers like Madelyn George and Niki Talicki face financial challenges in Tucson.
The 9th annual News 4 Tucson School Supply Drive is underway today in Tucson — local residents can donate school supplies to help students gear up for class.
Researchers at U of A Steward Observatory have discovered two of the most distant quasars ever seen using Euclid data and ground-based telescopes — this breakthrough helps us learn how the universe began and more quasars will be found with Euclid’s full survey coming later in 2026.
The National Weather Service has issued an Extreme Heat Warning in Tucson from 10 a.m. today to 8 p.m. Wednesday with temperatures between 108 and 111.
Residents should stay cool + take frequent rest breaks if outdoors.
U.S. Rep. Adelita Grijalva's office is hosting a passport fair this Thursday from 3 to 7 p.m. at El Pueblo Center (Building 13 at 101 W.
Irvington Rd), where Southern Arizona residents can get help with renewals and new applications.
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.
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