Here's your local news at a glance for Thursday, the 7th of August.
Good morning, Tucson.
Today, the Salvation Army Hospitality House in Midtown opens as a cooling center amid record heat, offering showers, laundry, hot meals and snacks from noon to 5 p.m. Volunteers deliver essentials such as water, soda and hygiene products to unsheltered residents—critical support when temperatures reach 110+ degrees.
Crews responded to a large house fire at 15301 North Oracle Road in Pima County on August 6—officials have not reported any further details.
Authorities said two people were found dead in a Tucson home on Wednesday, Aug.
6 at 4:33 p.m. on the 1000 block of East Henrick Drive (near Fort Lowell and Park) and that the investigation is ongoing with no signs of foul play.
Authorities in Tucson are offering a $1,000 reward for tips that lead to the arrest of Josue Javier Mejia Rodriguez, a 34-year-old man wanted on charges including armed robbery with a deadly weapon, discharge of a firearm at a nonresidence, aggravated assault with a deadly weapon or dangerous instrument, theft of means of transportation, and discharge of a firearm in city limits; tips can be submitted anonymously by calling 88-CRIME.
Tucson police are searching for 91-year-old Ramon Batista, who was last seen around 6:00 p.m. near 22nd Street and Columbus Boulevard (he is 5 feet 9 inches tall, weighs 140 pounds, and was wearing a black ball cap, blue long-sleeve shirt, and gray pants) and are urging anyone who sees him to call 911 immediately.
Nightfall returns to Old Tucson this fall with a new storyline featuring Dabney the Clown and fresh offerings including an immersive light and sound show at the Old Mission + a family-friendly Booville Bash, haunted houses, and a scare zone.
The event runs from October 2 through November 1 and tickets go on sale today.
After residents voiced strong opposition, the Tucson City Council voted 7-0 Wednesday to cancel Project Blue by pulling the annexation—forcing developer Beale Infrastructure to seek an alternative site outside city limits.
Residents can enjoy a week of diverse events in Tucson featuring live music, family festivals and outdoor outings.
The schedule includes the Southeast Arizona Birding Festival running Aug. 6—10, the Monsoon Melon Celebration at Santa Cruz River Farmers' Market today from 4:30 to 7:30, CatVideoFest at Loft Cinema today at 7 p.m., the Oro Valley Summer Concert Series on Aug. 8, an R/C Car Show at Randolph Center on Aug. 9, and shows at Fox Tucson Theatre on Aug. 9 and Aug. 11, plus a pool party at Tuxon Hotel on Aug. 10.
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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