Here's your local news at a glance for Tuesday, the 5th of August.
Good morning, Tucson.
Taylor Moore celebrated his 93rd birthday Monday by hiking Tumamoc Hill — a route he treks three times a week.
About 50 community members joined him with gifts and kind wishes as he honored his past Air Force service and shared his enduring passion for the trail.
The Arizona-Sonora Desert Museum announced plans to build a new Mexican gray wolf habitat that will let visitors walk through a tunnel into a circular viewing area with the wolves at its center.
The project is estimated to cost about $5 million—$3.4 million has been raised so far—and construction will start early next year once the design is finalized and permits are secured.
Today, Tucson voters may cast their ballots in the City Council primary election + polling stations are open as scheduled.
At a heated meeting Monday evening at Tucson Convention Center, over 1,000 locals argued about Project Blue, a plan to build a data center that raised concerns about water use while some groups backed its promise of jobs and tax money.
The City Council will review the proposal on Wednesday and vote on it on August 19 (the decision rests with Mayor Regina Romero and the council).
On Monday, Aug. 4, Tucson held an in-person public meeting from 5 to 7 p.m. at the Tucson Convention Center’s Grand Ballroom at 260 S.
Church Ave to discuss Project Blue, a proposed data center near the Pima County Fairgrounds. The meeting provided residents with details and an opportunity to share their views.
The Pima County Health Department warned food trucks and restaurants that storing food above 41 degrees in triple-digit heat can raise the risk of foodborne illness — local business owners are urged to attend a forum on Aug.
14 from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. to learn proper temperature practices. The advisory follows concerns over safety for both workers and customers amid the recent heat wave.
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.
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.
Tucson Job Fair
11 AM - 1 PM — DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Tucson - Reid Park — Free admission — Discover job opportunities in Tucson and bring your professional resumes.
A Night of Jazz Flute with the Duane Rielley Trio
6:30-8 p.m. — The Century Room — $15-$25 tickets plus taxes and fees — Experience an evening of jazz standards featuring Duane Rielley on flute.
Family Brain Boost at Children's Museum Tucson
Noon — Children's Museum Tucson — Included with admission — Engage in hands-on science experiments every weekend that make learning fun for the whole family.
Jazz Jam with Max Goldschmid
6:30-9:30 p.m. — The Century Room — $5-$10 + DICE fees — Experience an evening of instrumental jazz with Max Goldschmid and local musicians in a welcoming atmosphere.
Children's Museum Tucson: Brain Boost Monday
Summer hours — Children's Museum Tucson — Standard admission — Engage in fun hands-on science experiments to spark a family interest in STEM.
Kids Yoga
8-9 p.m. — Tucson, AZ — Free entry — An interactive session for parents and children to enhance mobility and learn stress management techniques.
Richard F. Caris Mirror Lab Tour
90 minutes — Steward Observatory — Free entry — Discover the cutting-edge technology behind the world's largest telescope mirrors at the University of Arizona.
Weekly Coloring Day at Pueblo Vida Brewing Company
3-9 p.m. — Pueblo Vida Brewing Company — Free entry — Unwind and unleash your creativity with coloring in a relaxed taproom atmosphere while enjoying craft beer.
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