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Friday, August 15th, 2025
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Good morning, Tucson. Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 15th of August.
ACCIDENTS NEWS
- ➤ A pedestrian died after being struck by several vehicles near Campbell and Irvington on Aug. 14—Tucson Police said the victim was not in a crosswalk and the drivers were not impaired. KOLD News 13
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ Raytheon in Tucson has been awarded a $258 million Navy contract to develop a defense system that protects ships from enemy aircraft and missiles. Most work will be done locally and will be completed by September 2031—this adds to the company’s recent string of military awards. Arizona Daily Star
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ Pima County took 221 animals from the Forever Wild Avian Sanctuary on the south side and moved them to the Pima Animal Care Center — the county attorney’s office said the animals were not given proper care and the sanctuary owner is fighting legal charges while facing bond holds for each animal. KVOA
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Tucson City Council voted 5—2 to keep public transit free on buses, street cars and disability services, rejecting a plan to charge fares. Council members also approved a safety plan for bus stops, drivers and youth riders. Tucson Sentinel
- ➤ A city study showed Tucson will need 35,000 new housing units in the next decade and strict zoning rules have made it hard for affordable developments to move forward. The Planning Committee is proposing zoning changes to allow 4 to 6 story buildings and offer developer incentives while middle housing plans will be discussed in upcoming city meetings—steps aimed at lowering local housing costs. KOLD News 13
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ The City of Tucson’s Housing and Community Development Department has launched its Lead Hazard Reduction Program to help protect children in homes built before 1978 by offering free in-home lead risk assessments—families with a child under six can get free blood tests and may receive repairs like new windows and doors if funds last. City of Tucson
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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
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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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Asphalt Astronaut Live Concert
7-9 p.m. — Forty Niner — Free entry — Experience the ethereal sounds of Tucson's own Asphalt Astronaut with her captivating ambient pop music.
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Mamma Coal: Solo Performance
6-10 p.m. — Roadies | Lanes + Games + Gastropub — Free entry — Experience the soulful country tunes from Tucson's own Mamma Coal, a mother and talented musician.
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Jazz Jam with Max Goldschmid
6:30-9:30 p.m. — The Century Room — $5-$10 + DICE fees — Immerse yourself in an energetic instrumental jam session led by multi-instrumentalist Max Goldschmid and the house band.
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3-9 p.m. — Pueblo Vida Brewing Company — Cost TBD — Enjoy a refreshing weekly slush crafted from unique flavors only at the taproom.
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