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Monday, August 25th, 2025
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Good morning, Tucson. Here's your local news at a glance for Monday, the 25th of August.
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ A man was shot and killed near the 900 block of South Warren in Tucson on August 24 + police are investigating the incident. KVOA
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Saturday night, S-cuk Ṣon/Tucson celebrated its 250th anniversary with live music, folklorico, frybread, Eegees, food trucks, remarks by elected leaders and a Presidio garrison musket demonstration outside the Tucson Presidio Museum—presented by the Tucson-Pima County Historical Commission and supported by local officials. Arizona Daily Star
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Today, the RTA board approved the final RTA Next plan and will send it to the Board of Supervisors to schedule March elections; if voters pass it, the plan will provide $688 million in transit funding over 20 years for bus and tram services. Tucson Mayor Regina Romero and council members warned that without this funding, transit services may face cuts—putting daily mobility at risk. Tucson Sentinel
- ➤ RTA will propose the RTA Next plan today that sets aside nearly $263 million to complete unfinished road and bike projects, including improvements on Grant Road and 1st Avenue. The board will vote on the plan and then ask Pima County Supervisors to add a long-term transit measure on the March 2026 ballot—changes that reflect lower-than-expected regional growth—while addressing past cost overruns. Tucson Sentinel
- ➤ Today the RTA Board is set to vote to ask the Pima County Board of Supervisors to place the RTA Next plan on the March 2026 ballot. If approved, the plan will spend more than $1.5 billion on roads in our area and allocate $1.1 billion for 30 new projects — modernizing and rebuilding additional roadways. Tucson Sentinel
WELLNESS NEWS
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Beer & Crafts Night at Pueblo Vida Brewing Company
6-8 p.m. — Pueblo Vida Brewing Company — Crafts from $5-$15 — Enjoy a creative evening of beer and hands-on projects for all ages.
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Kent’s Jewelry, Lapidary, Tool & Supply Show
All day — Kent's Tools Jewelry and Lapidary Tools & Supplies — Free entry — Explore a treasure trove of gemstones and tools at Tucson's premier lapidary event.
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Summer Astronomy Adventure
6:30 PM — Mt Lemmon SkyCenter Science Shop — Free entry — Explore the wonders of astronomy and learn how to become a citizen scientist in Tucson's starry skies.
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Los Yesterdays Concert
7-10 p.m. — Hotel Congress — $20-$35 + fees — Experience the soulful sounds of Chicano music with Los Yesterdays at Hotel Congress.
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Salvador Duran Performance
6:30-8:30 p.m. — Hotel Congress Plaza — Free entry — Salvador Duran returns to close out Club Congress Weekend with a vibrant performance.
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Team Trivia Night at Pueblo Vida Brewing Company
7-9 p.m. — Pueblo Vida Brewing Company — Free entry — Test your knowledge while enjoying tasty brews and win prizes for top teams.
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Jerry Seinfeld Stand-Up Show
6:00-8:30 p.m. — Tucson Music Hall — Tickets available — Experience the comedic brilliance of America's premier comedian, Jerry Seinfeld, with his latest stand-up routine.
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Nurse John: The Short Staffed Tour
12:30-9:30 p.m. — Fox Tucson Theatre — Tickets available — Enjoy a night of laughter with Nurse John's comedic take on the healthcare experience.
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A Tale of Two Tunas
11 a.m. - 12:30 p.m. — Natural Grocers — Free entry — Explore delicious plant-based cooking alternatives during a free cooking demo.
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Ottmar Liebert Performance
8:00 – 9:30 p.m. — Rialto Theatre — Reserved seating — Experience an intimate evening with renowned guitarist Ottmar Liebert in a no-opening-act format.
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