Here's your local news at a glance for Monday, the 3rd of August.
Good morning, Tucson.
Local groups offered free haircuts and backpacks (to over 100 children) on Sunday afternoon as rising school supply costs strained family budgets.
The efforts by Deejays Against Hunger and Brotherz Barber Shop eased back-to-school pressures in Tucson.
TUSD blue collar union members secured contract improvements that modestly enhance pay and benefits+ the changes aim to support school district workers and are set to take effect soon.
Ten southern Arizona JTED graduates earned interviews with Raytheon (through a fast-track career program) that builds local aerospace opportunities.
A Tucson 8th grader from Sonoran Science Academy earned third place nationally in the Invention Convention contest for a solar cooling invention.
The achievement shows local students are making strides in developing innovative solutions today.
Arizona MVD has added digital text boxes and emergency contact fields to help drivers share their communication needs with first responders during emergencies.
This update is available statewide today to improve incident response.
The busy underpass in downtown Tucson reopened today after scheduled repairs to ease congestion, and local officials expect smoother commuter flow.
Drivers may notice minor lane changes + adjusted detours until full operations resume.
Community leaders and Wild West Enterprises met today to discuss a plan for restoring Old Tucson, which is for sale at $1.5 million.
They invited local input to help shape a revival that could last for a century (a vision for lasting community heritage).
Shinedown Concert
7-8 p.m. — Tucson Convention Center — Price TBA — Experience the powerful rock sound of Shinedown live in concert.
Don Was and The Pan Detroit Ensemble Live
7:30-9 p.m. — La Rosa — Ticketed event — Experience the soulful blend of jazz, blues, R&B, and funk with legendary producer Don Was and his ensemble.
Puro Reggaeton
9:00 – 10:30 PM — La Rosa — 100% Buyers Guarantee — Experience an electrifying night of reggaeton beats in Tucson.
Dengue Fever Live Concert
7:30-9:30 p.m. — La Rosa — Ticket prices vary — Experience the captivating fusion of 1960s Cambodian rock and modern psychedelic sounds from Los Angeles' Dengue Fever.
Chris Ramsay Live Performance
8-11 p.m. — Rialto Theatre — Ticket prices vary — Experience the captivating magic of renowned illusionist Chris Ramsay in an intimate setting.
Anthony Green Live in Tucson
6:00-8:30 PM — La Rosa — Ticket info available — Experience the powerful vocals and personal narratives of Anthony Green in an intimate venue.
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