Here's your local news at a glance for Wednesday, the 16th of September.
Good morning, Tucson.
Marana's local dining challenge broke records by drawing 367 participants & about 1,500 visits that generated nearly $73,400 for community businesses.
The summer program also introduced a digital challenge card option alongside traditional paper cards.
Kukai Japanese Kitchen will soon open in a redesigned space in central Tucson that once housed Dante’s.
The restaurant will serve traditional Japanese dishes and join the area's growing dining scene.
A Tucson woman and her 4-year-old daughter have been reunited after being missing for over a day, and their sister said she is thankful as police continue to search for a man believed to be linked to the case.
Nuestras Raíces hosts a family-friendly celebration for El Grito and Mes de la Cultura today at 4:30 p.m. at the Richard Elías - Mission Library as mariachi, folklorico, refreshments, and book giveaways add festive local flavor (treats by La Estrella Bakery and a photo opportunity are included).
Conservation groups launched Latino Conservation Week Saturday at Ironwood Forest National Monument, stressing the Latino community's deep connection to public lands and urging local engagement to protect nature amid federal threats.
The weeklong celebration, officially recognized on Sept. 10, runs until Sept. 20.
Local arborist Nancy Guthrie explained that heavy monsoon storms can topple trees & offered homeowners simple tips to keep them upright in Tucson.
The Air Force offered to start cleaning up PFAS-contaminated groundwater at Davis-Monthan Air Force Base if Tucson officials let a group (likely agency inspectors) visit the site as part of a proposed deal.
Crews are working this evening to repair broken power poles near Broadway and Pantano after last night's monsoon storm left several customers without electricity; TEP expects to restore service to all affected customers by the end of today.
Tucson International will install new safety equipment in vehicles to boost runway safety with a $250,000 FAA grant + enhanced controller monitoring in low-light conditions; upgrades should be online by the end of the year.
A physician recommends directly asking about suicidal thoughts to help identify individuals in need of support.
The advice aims to open up conversations that can lead to timely help in the community.
Carondelet St. Joseph's Hospital now uses the updated Mako 4 robotic system to perform precise knee and hip replacements with faster recovery times.
Surgeons plan to add shoulder replacements by early next year (the system uses CT scans and 3D planning) to offer more personalized care.
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