Good morning, Tucson.

The Salvation Army launched its Socktober drive on October 12 to collect socks for Tucson’s unhoused people—this drive will run through October to provide needed warm socks.

Flooding has caused closures on several Pima County roads including Wentworth at Tanque Verde Wash, Mission Road south of Los Reales Road and south of Valencia Road, Tanque Verde Loop, and Bopp Road east of San Joaquin Road—officials urged drivers to use caution around Redington Road at mile marker 2.5, Mission Road north of Campus Drive, and Sandario Road north of Eagles Wing Way. The Pima County Department of Transportation said these measures will help keep travelers safe as water levels rise.

A federal employee in Tucson who has worked for the U.S. Census Bureau for 20 years spoke out after receiving a layoff notice — his comments underscored the challenges of such a decision for long-time staff.

The incident may prompt further discussions about the impact of workforce changes within the agency.

The University of Arizona has partnered with the Department of Defense to help bring home missing service members—officials said the effort will use specialized resources and continue until all recoveries are complete.

Women in rural Arizona are choosing midwives and home births for their delivery care—because hospital services are few—and many families see this as a safer option.

Arizona Football fought a lightning delay and came back from a 14-point gap before losing 33-27 to No. 18 BYU in double overtime—ending a close game.

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.

Bicycle Event Directors Gathering

12:00 p.m. – 10:00 p.m. — Homewood Suites by Hilton Tucson/St. Philip's Plaza University — Free entry — Connect with fellow bicycle event directors and share insights on managing bicycle events.

Sonia De Los Santos Concert

7:00-8:30 p.m. — Fox Tucson Theatre — Experience the joyous rhythms of Latin American music and storytelling.

Jesús Sepulveda Stand-Up Comedy Night

8:00 – 9:30 PM — Leo Rich Theater — Tickets available — Enjoy an unforgettable night of laughter and storytelling with Jesús Sepulveda.

Lila Downs Concert

6:30–8:00 p.m. — Arizona Arts Live — Ticket prices vary — Celebrate Día de los Muertos with the unforgettable Lila Downs in a moving tribute honoring lives and memories.

Tucson Speed Dating for Singles Age 20s/30s

7-9 p.m. — Aloft Tucson University — Ticket required — Experience a fun, fast way to meet potential matches with engaging 6-minute pre-dates.

10th Annual International Wild Bunch Film Festival

Various times — Galaxy Theatres Tucson — Ticket prices vary — Experience a five-day celebration of the western genre in the largest festival of its kind in the USA.

Alex Hahn | Reflections Tour

6:30-8 p.m. — The Century Room — $20-$30 — Experience Grammy Award Winning saxophonist Alex Hahn as he re-explores music from his past albums on the Reflections tour.

Tucson Celtic Festival

5-11 p.m. — Rillito Horse Races — Admission varies — Celebrate Gaelic-Scottish culture with music, games, and the Clan MacFarlane Society hospitality tent.

Brandee Younger Trio Performance

6:30-8:30 p.m. — The Century Room — $30-$40 Tickets + DICE fees — Experience the revolutionary harp sounds of Brandee Younger and her trio at this special jazz event.