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Wednesday, August 6th, 2025
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Good morning, Tucson. Here's your local news at a glance for Wednesday, the 6th of August.
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ Arizona Sandwich Co. and Catering will open its first Tucson location in the fall at Winterhaven Square on E. Fort Lowell Road. The 1,300-square-foot space was leased from Winterhaven Investors LLC by Rob Tomlinson and Natalie Furrier — the shop will serve subs, croissant sandwiches, wraps, and salads for dine-in, carry-out, or catering. Arizona Daily Star
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ A Pima County judge denied a motion to restrict the Clifford family's public comments after Paul Clifford—who was shot while helping someone near Christmas—was killed, and two suspects, Wendy Scott and Elmer Smith, have accepted plea deals for lesser charges while a trial for shooter Jack Upchurch is set for September. KVOA
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Students in Amphitheater School District returned to class with a short first day and a new Preschool program that ran Monday from 7 a.m. to 5 p.m. — Oro Valley Police urged drivers to stop for school buses on two-lane roads to avoid fines or license suspensions. KVOA
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Over 1,000 residents showed anger and worry at the Tucson Convention Center on August 4 during a public meeting about Project Blue's proposed data-center project, saying its water and energy use could strain local resources—city officials will continue the debate in a study session today. Arizona Daily Star
- ➤ Today, voters in Tucson cast ballots in primary races for Wards 3, 5 and 6 as winners for each party will move on to the general election—while South Tucson holds a recall vote for Mayor Roxanna Valenzuela and council members Cesar Aguirre and Brian Flagg. Polls close at 7:00 p.m. KOLD News 13
- ➤ Hundreds of Tucson residents voted in Tuesday's City Council Ward races, with over 600 ballots dropped off by 2 p.m. and more than 22 percent turnout as voters backed issues like opposition to Project Blue & a desire for more conservative representation while polling sites remained open until 7 p.m. KVOA
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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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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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Wednesday Team Trivia Night
7-9 p.m. — Pueblo Vida Brewing Company — Free entry — Gather your team for a fun-filled night of trivia and great prizes in Downtown Tucson.
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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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