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Thursday, August 28th, 2025
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Good morning, Tucson. Here's your local news at a glance for Thursday, the 28th of August.
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ After serving Southern Arizona’s outdoor community for decades, Summit Hut is closing its doors as rising costs and competition forced store owners Dana and Jeremy Davis to make the difficult decision on Aug.26th—leaving the Tucson flagship to hold a going out of business sale on Aug.29th with 30% off items. Customers are encouraged to visit and share memories before the store shuts permanently. KGUN 9
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ Santa Cruz County Sheriff's Office is asking for help finding Jacob Egelhoff, a 63-year-old with Alzheimer's who left his vehicle near West Frontage Road by Kilometer 36 in Tubac today — a woman reported he may have headed toward Piedra Drive and anyone with information is urged to call the department. KVOA
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Musician Yung Gravy will perform live at Gentle Ben’s tonight from 7 p.m. to 10 p.m.—part of Urban Outfitters’ kick-off party launching a back-to-campus concert series in Tucson. Attendees must be 18+ and show valid ID to enter. The Daily Wildcat
- ➤ Tucson Comic-Con will run from Aug. 30 to Sept. 1 at the Tucson Convention Center—an event that grew from a one-day show into a festival with costume contests, live tattooing, art panels and games. The event will offer a VIP area for kids, a silent auction to help local charities and appearances by actors from Teenage Mutant Turtles, Ken Foree, Christine Elise, Erik Estrada and Kevin Eastman. KVOA
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ The University of Arizona reported that changes to S. 12th Ave made in October 2020, which added on-street parking and enhanced bike lanes between Irvington Road and Drexel Road, led to zero traffic-related fatalities and a 44% drop in crashes overall. Construction will begin in September to add green storm infrastructure — trees and landscaping replacing painted asphalt to better manage storm water. City of Tucson
- ➤ Candidates Adelita Grijalva and Daniel Butierez debated in Tucson Tuesday night as early ballots were mailed ahead of the Sept. 23 special election. Grijalva pledged to carry on her late father’s legacy on issues like immigration and water policy—while Butierez focused on local concerns such as homelessness and border security. Tucson Sentinel
- ➤ Arizona Gov. Hobbs signed into law a new ag to urban water program that lets farmers sell water rights to support housing development while using less water. Some lawmakers and environmentalists worry the program does not fully protect the state’s water supply — concerns that may shape future policy debates. Tucson Sentinel
WELLNESS NEWS
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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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