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Sunday, September 21st, 2025
Good morning, Tucson. Here's your local news at a glance for Sunday, the 21st of September.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ On September 20, Emerge Center hosted the Stuff the Bus event to collect donations for victims—local residents contributed to support relief efforts. KVOA
- ➤ Arizona shelter pets will be sent to other states where demand is higher. Officials said the plan will reduce overcrowding—helping more animals find forever homes in the future. KVOA
- ➤ Tucsonans joined together to walk for lives yesterday to raise awareness about the dangers of fentanyl—local advocates led the march and shared key safety messages with residents. KVOA
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ South32 will begin production at its Hermosa mine in the Patagonia Mountains in 2027 and plans to create up to 900 jobs while eventually adding nearly $1 billion annually to the local economy, including 200 full-time positions at its Nogales center. The Arizona Department of Environmental Quality is revising air-quality permits following federal policy changes + public challenges, with input accepted until Sept. 25. Arizona Daily Star
- ➤ Grant Krueger is a tough Tucson entrepreneur who rebuilt Union Hospitality Group after a big storm in 2009 ruined his buildings—he lost his home but kept his pub open and later helped his staff during COVID-19 by sharing takeout tips. Today, he runs four restaurants with a shared liquor license and is planning to open a downtown sports bar to add new dining choices for locals. Arizona Daily Star
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ The Arizona Daily Star won three top awards from the State Press Club—journalist of the year tied, photojournalist of the year, and the Don Bolles Award for Investigative Reporting after results were announced Friday. The newsroom earned six first-place honors and other accolades that underscore its strong performance in journalism. Arizona Daily Star
ECONOMY NEWS
- ➤ The Rio Nuevo board spent money last fiscal year to help local bars, restaurants, and retailers grow while matching over $50 million in private funds—this support included funding for The Rodger project, a unique laundrobar set to turn a historic downtown building into a new arts hub. Arizona Daily Star
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Pima Community College faces up to $10M in federal funding cuts as multiple grants, including TRIO and CCAMPIS, are discontinued and key programs for low-income and first-generation students are at risk. Board members say the college will explore local options to sustain support for students—adding uncertainty to its future plans. Arizona Daily Star
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Emergency Voting for the Special General Election for CD7 took place on Sept. 20 for voters who missed early voting and will run again on Sept. 22 from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. at several Voting Centers and Ballot Drop Boxes—candidates Adelita Grijalva and Daniel Butierez are competing to fill the seat left vacant by Congressman Raúl Grijalva’s passing. KVOA
- ➤ Starting Friday, Sept 26, Arizona will require age verification for viewing online sexual material, and sites like Pornhub will block users from the state unless they prove their age. Lawmaker Nick Kupper said the measure is meant to protect children—critics say it could pose privacy risks for adults. Arizona Daily Star
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Pueblo High School unveiled its new elite artificial turf field at its first home game on Sept 19 — the $2.17 million upgrade was funded through the $480 million school bond. Coach Sly Lewis campaigned for the project to reduce injuries and improve player safety — the team now benefits from a quality playing surface. KGUN 9
- ➤ Arizona Triathlon beat Arizona State in the Duel in the Desert on Saturday at Hillenbrand Aquatic Center in Tucson—scoring 60 points to 54 for the Wildcats in their first-ever home race. Kelly Lyn Wetteland led the team, which will compete next on October 26 in Fort Worth, Texas. KVOA
- ➤ Ismail Mahdi rushed for 189 yards on 22 carries and caught two passes for 32 yards against Kansas State on Sept. 12 at Arizona Stadium, earning him Big 12 Offensive Player of the Week honors. His strong play has positioned him as the Wildcats’ lead back moving forward — a change that boosts the team’s running game. The Daily Wildcat
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Supercolor Beer Release
3-9 PM — Pueblo Vida Brewing Company — Cost varies — Celebrate the return of the hazy IPA featuring Galaxy and Strata hops at this anniversary release.
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Team Trivia Night
7-9 p.m. — Pueblo Vida Brewing Company — Free entry — Test your knowledge with friends and compete for gift card prizes in a lively atmosphere.
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Kern Plays Rachmaninoff
7:30-9 p.m. — Tucson Music Hall — Tickets available — Experience the Tucson Symphony Orchestra's captivating performance of Rachmaninoff's masterpieces.
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Break Through The Silence: AI Tools for Job Seekers
2-5 p.m. — Eckstrom-Columbus Library — Free entry — Empower your job hunt with hands-on AI tools and strategies to land interviews confidently.
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Counterparts Concert
7-8:30 p.m. — Rialto Theatre — All sales final — Enjoy an energetic night of music with Counterparts in an all-ages standing show.
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Madison McFerrin Concert
7-10 p.m. — Hotel Congress — $25-$35 + Fees — Experience the soul-appella sounds of Madison McFerrin with a blend of R&B and jazz.
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Intermountain's Tucson Yacht Rock Music Festival
7:00-9:30 p.m. — Rialto Theatre — Tickets required — Groove to smooth Yacht Rock melodies at Tucson's vibrant music festival.
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10,000 Maniacs Concert
5-7 p.m. — Fox Tucson Theatre — Ticket info available — Celebrate music and community with an exclusive concert experience featuring 10,000 Maniacs.
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