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Thursday, October 2nd, 2025
Good morning, Tucson. Here's your local news at a glance for Thursday, the 2nd of October.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ News 4 Tucson's Senior Fair takes place on Oct. 22 from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. at DoubleTree Reid Park—445 S. Alvernon Way, offering free workshops, health tips, and financial advice to Southern Arizona’s 55+ community. KVOA
- ➤ Marana Pumpkin Patch and Farm Festival opens this weekend for its 15th season at 14950 N Trico Rd — the event offers carnival rides, a corn maze, and pumpkins that benefited from dry monsoon conditions. Owner Jon Post said his team spent a year preparing for visitors, including about 10,000 students scheduled to tour through Sunday, October 26 — a chance for local families to enjoy the fall festivities. KGUN 9
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Young dancers aged 6 to 17 will audition on October 6 at 4:30 p.m. at Flor de Liz Dance Inc.—318 W. Fort Lowell Road to join the NUTCRACKER! Magical Christmas Ballet for a December 22 performance at the University of Arizona's Centennial Hall. The Dance with Us program offers children the chance to perform with world-renowned ballet artists. KVOA
- ➤ Nightfall 2025 turns Old Tucson Studios into Arizona’s top Halloween event that runs from today to November 1 on Thursdays through Sundays from 4:30 p.m. to 11:30 p.m. at 201 S. Kinney Road, offering haunted mazes, live shows and family trick-or-treating + ticket prices range from $30 to $50 with discounts for kids, seniors and military. KVOA
- ➤ Tucson artist Joe Pagac is working on his largest mural yet in Midtown near 5th Ave and Alvernon Way—covering over 9,000 square feet and growing 1,000 square feet larger than his previous work. He uses a grid and electric paint sprayers to transfer his evolving design while making changes with input from building owners for the best view from the street. KGUN 9
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ University of Arizona has reduced aid for out-of-state students to create smaller classes and improve access for Arizona residents—Provost Patricia Prelock said the change is part of a new enrollment strategy. Arizona Daily Star
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Arizona Secretary of State Adrian Fontes submitted the 2025 Election Procedures Manual to Gov. Hobbs and Attorney General Kris Mayes in a year-long bipartisan effort to ensure a fair and secure voting process across 15 counties—approval is expected by Dec.31. KVOA
- ➤ Pima County is expanding its Sewer Outreach Subsidy program today to give low-income households up to an 80% discount on sewer fees. The Board of Supervisors approved the change on Sept. 2—meant to ease the cost after an August fee increase—and more households will soon qualify for help. KVOA
- ➤ The Tucson Fire Department launched a telehealth 911 service a year ago to help people who need a doctor but not an ambulance—Chief Barrett Baker discussed the program today on Tucson Now. KOLD News 13
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ On World Suicide Prevention Day on Sept 10, experts from the University of Arizona College of Medicine explained how telepsychiatry reduced barriers to mental health care by offering virtual services that ease transportation and stigma challenges—this connection is seen as vital for saving lives. The Daily Wildcat
- ➤ A Tucson mother found out she had breast cancer and an unexpected pregnancy during a routine exam—she underwent nine rounds of chemotherapy and a double mastectomy before giving birth in 2022. She now shows no evidence of disease and runs a support group for women with cancer. KGUN 9
LIFESTYLE NEWS
- ➤ Today, Old Tucson holds its haunted event with six new rides and live shows—tickets start around $35 and no costumes are allowed. The UA musical 'Vanities: The Musical' began Oct 1 and runs through Oct 12 while Twilight in Concert at Fox Tucson Theatre is on Oct 3, Kevin Hart’s 'Acting My Age' tour is set for Saturday at Casino del Sol, and Oktoberfest at Mt. Lemmon, along with reptile and insect festivals, will follow on Oct 4–5. Tucson Sentinel
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Earthscape Concert
7:30-9:00 p.m. — Crowder Hall — Tickets available — Experience the electronic sounds of Earthscape & Kent's remix of 'Lost in Ether'.
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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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CG5 Presents: The TOO MANY SONGS Tour
8-9:30 p.m. — 191 Toole — Ticket details available — Experience CG5's engaging performance filled with beloved tunes and lively atmosphere.
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Wednesday Team Trivia Night
7-9 p.m. — Pueblo Vida Brewing Company — Free entry — Test your knowledge while enjoying tasty beverages and competing for fun prizes.
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Robin Trower Concert
7:30-9 p.m. — Rialto Theatre — Ticket prices vary — Experience the legendary sounds of rock guitarist Robin Trower live in Tucson.
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Wednesday Team Trivia Night
7-9 p.m. — Pueblo Vida Brewing Company — Free entry — Gather your team for a fun night of trivia and win gift card prizes.
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