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Friday, July 25th, 2025
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Good morning, Tucson. Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 25th of July.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Two weeks ago, a Tucson couple launched a front yard pantry to help local queer kids get snacks and support as school starts, and the pantry—currently known as Queer Pantry for Kids and soon to rebrand as Pantry Pals on August 4—operates at 525 S. Rosemont Ave. every weekday from 7 a.m. to 5 p.m. KGUN 9
- ➤ Local bakery owner Mariam Zaky runs a 24/7 shop in Oro Valley while balancing her full-time supply chain job and caring for her three children—she starts baking at 5 a.m. and works until midnight to provide fresh bread and donate any unsold loaves to local organizations. KGUN 9
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ On Tuesday in Tucson, Jonathan Perkins was arrested after allegedly stalking a woman by following her dog and climbing onto her roof until police arrived, then jumping off and attempting to escape, which led to officer injuries—he now faces charges of stalking, attempted burglary, disorderly conduct, and aggravated assault on police officers. KVOA
- ➤ A 40-year-old man named Peter Trujillo was arrested at Kennedy Park after he allegedly sold a vape pen and then kidnapped and sexually assaulted a victim when she refused to give her number—police later found guns and drugs in his car as he faces charges including sexual assault, sexual abuse, and kidnapping. KVOA
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Free park programs in Southern Arizona helped kids build vital skills for school on July 24th—local community organizers said the interactive activities will support early learning and social development. KOLD News 13
- ➤ TUSD will host the IMPACT Tucson Resource Fair at Palo Verde Magnet High School (1302 S. Avenida Vega) on Saturday, July 26th from 8-10 a.m. to offer registered families free backpacks, pencil packets, lunch, and fun hands-on activities like the Home Depot Experience while district leaders and enrollment ambassadors help with registration and answer questions. Tucson Sentinel
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Nearly 800 Tucson residents gathered at Mica Mountain High School on Wednesday to question officials and developer Beale Infrastructure about future water use and local job promises for the $3.6 billion Project Blue data centers, which will begin construction next year. City officials said they will enforce strict water rules with an annexation decision in August — though critics remain uneasy about sustainability and accountability measures. Arizona Daily Star
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Birding Workshop at Sweetwater Wetlands
6:30-8:30 a.m. — Sweetwater Wetlands Park — Free entry — Enhance your birdwatching skills while exploring a vibrant habitat in Tucson.
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Water Sound Healing and Meditation
2:33-4:33 a.m. — Saguaro Aquatics — $65, $55 for veterans/seniors — Experience deep relaxation through breathwork and soothing sound healing in a serene aquatic environment.
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Public Mirror Lab Tours
90 minutes — University of Arizona's Steward Observatory Richard F. Caris Mirror Laboratory — Free entry — Explore cutting-edge techniques in telescope mirror manufacturing and astronomical research.
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Frankie and the Witch Fingers Concert
7-10 PM — Hotel Congress — Check venue for details — Experience high-energy psych-punk vibes from Los Angeles' own Frankie and the Witch Fingers.
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Weekly Coloring Day at Pueblo Vida Brewing Company
3-9 p.m. — Pueblo Vida Brewing Company — Free entry — Unleash creativity and cool off with coloring in the taproom while sipping on refreshing brews.
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Richard F. Caris Mirror Lab Tour
90 minutes — Steward Observatory — Admission fee varies — Experience the remarkable engineering behind the world's largest telescope mirrors and learn about groundbreaking astronomy research.
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Mamma Coal SOLO Performance at Tanque Verde Ranch
6:30-10:30 PM — Tanque Verde Ranch — Call for cost — Enjoy an evening of country music with Tucson's own Mamma Coal at the cowboy cookout.
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Desert Music Project Concert
7-8:30 p.m. — Hotel Congress — All Ages — Experience the enchanting tunes of Tucson's Desert Music Project alongside local acts.
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Richard F. Caris Mirror Lab Tour
90 minutes — Steward Observatory — Free entry — Discover the cutting-edge technology behind the world's largest telescope mirrors and their impact on astronomy.
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Tuesday Slush: Dole Whip & Hibiscus Lemonade
3-9 p.m. — Pueblo Vida Brewing Company — Price varies — Cool off with a unique slush flavor created weekly at the taproom.
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