Sunday, October 26th, 2025
Good morning, Tucson. Here's your local news at a glance for Sunday, the 26th of October.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Randi Dorman, a Manhattan transplant, has played a strong role in reimagining and revitalizing downtown Tucson—her work is helping bring fresh ideas to the neighborhood. Arizona Daily Star
- ➤ Today, Tucsonans painted a new mural on Broadway near Country Club for Child and Family Resources, with local artist Pen Macias leading the project + dozens of volunteers using over 25 colors to show core values for children and families. KGUN 9
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ The University of Arizona Department of Entomology ranked as one of Tucson's Top Workplaces for 2025 because employees praise its supportive work culture (bugs included). Arizona Daily Star
ENVIRONMENT NEWS
- ➤ Researchers released the first Sonoyta pupfish into a new artificial habitat at Biosphere 2 to help protect this endangered fish. The project will support ongoing studies and conservation efforts as scientists monitor its progress. Arizona Daily Star
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ Arizona dispensaries are recalling two marijuana products from Elba Holdings and Green Medicine due to possible contamination from aspergillus and lead. Consumers are advised not to use Scrooge (batch number 250310S-100) or Saints Bruce Banner (batch number F11BC241209) as no illnesses have been reported and stores are working to remove affected items. Tucson Sentinel
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Pima Community College volleyball beat Phoenix College in straight sets Friday—winning 25-16, 25-22, and 25-23—and improved their ACCAC record to 5-5; the Aztecs will play at Chandler-Gilbert Community College on Wednesday at 7 p.m. Tucson Sentinel
- ➤ The Arizona volleyball team lost 3-1 in a four-set match to No. 6 ASU on October 25 at McKale Center. The loss marked their second straight defeat — Arizona will play Texas Tech on October 29 at United Supermarkets Arena. The Daily Wildcat
- ➤ At Crossroads Park in Gilbert, the Pima Community College men's cross country team took third place at the ACCAC/Region I, Division I Championships on Friday. Sophomore Tayvien Biancuzzo earned fourth place in the 8K with a time of 26:21—four teammates also finished in the top 15 and earned All-Region I honors. Tucson Sentinel
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Northwest IPA Beer Release
3-9 p.m. — Pueblo Vida Brewing Company — Cost varies — Celebrate the return of a beloved IPA with malt-forward flavors and citrus notes.
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SCALE Roadshow - Pima County Stop
9 a.m. – 1 p.m. — The L Offices North — Free entry — Dive into workshops and panels aimed at empowering local entrepreneurs in Tucson.
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Halloween Movie Night + Coloring Day
3-9 p.m. — Pueblo Vida Brewing Company — Free entry — Enjoy spooky films and unleash your creativity with Halloween-themed coloring sheets.
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Ken Ludwig's Moriarty
7:30 p.m. — The Invisible Theatre — Ticket prices vary — Experience a comedic twist on your favorite Sherlock Holmes characters in this engaging performance.
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Día de los Muertos Celebration with Tucson Symphony Orchestra
7:30-9 p.m. — Tucson Music Hall — Ticketed event — Experience the vibrant musical traditions of Día de los Muertos in this special collaboration.
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Steve Dyer | Freedom Melody
6:30-9 p.m. — The Century Room — $37.92 — Experience live music in a vibrant atmosphere at a renowned Tucson venue.
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Quilt, Craft & Sewing Festival 2025
10 AM – 4 PM — Tucson Expo Center — Free entry — Discover a wide variety of sewing, quilting, and craft supplies from various exhibitors.
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Tucson Speed Dating for Singles Age 35+
7-9 p.m. — Bumsted's — Ticket purchase required — Experience a fun and efficient way to meet potential matches during the exciting speed dating event.
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Late Night Dance Party with Sounds by Posi
10 PM – 2 AM — Hotel Congress — Free entry — Dance on the plaza with weekly changing sounds by Posi while enjoying drink specials.
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Jazz Jam with Max Goldschmid
6:30-9:30 p.m. — The Century Room — $5-$10 + DICE fees — Sit in with talented musicians in an engaging instrumental jam session.
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