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Friday, November 21st, 2025
Good morning, Tucson. Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 21st of November.
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Central Arizona Supply is leading a $5.2 million renovation of the 1918 Tucson Warehouse and Transfer Building complex that will start in January with exterior work in spring and a new luxury showroom featuring steel+glass elements. The failing stucco on the wall that holds Rock Martinez’s 'Goddess of Agave' mural will be removed as the company works with the artist to recreate the piece on a durable surface. KGUN 9
- ➤ The Ignite Sign Art Museum will hold a fundraiser this Saturday from 3 to 6 p.m. near Kino Parkway and Broadway Boulevard to collect support after a fire damaged part of its building last month—attendees can shop items that survived the October 18 fire and watch as the Club Esquire sign is relit, a piece that last shone in 1987. KVOA
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Superintendent Tom Horne announced that 108 schools— including Wheeler Elementary in Tucson Unified School District— have exited School Improvement status after showing better test scores from focused academic plans. He noted that programs like Project Momentum and TUSD Opening Minds through the Arts helped raise reading and math skills. KVOA
ENVIRONMENT NEWS
- ➤ A STORMTRACKER 4 Alert Day is in effect until 9:00 a.m. today because rain, mountain snow and freezing cold temperatures are affecting areas east of Tucson. KVOA
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Construction started on Wednesday at the 100-Acre Wood Bike Park after the city cleaned up the area and removed the remaining homeless encampments. The mountain bike park — featuring flow, cross country, and technical trails with berm turns, jumps, and drops — is expected to finish in spring. KOLD News 13
- ➤ The Pima County Sheriff's Department said Mount Lemmon Road, also known as Catalina Highway, is now open—drivers with 4X4 or chains are advised—and residents should call PCSD's Road Condition Hotline at 520-351-3351 for updated road conditions. KVOA
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ A federal report found that many private Medicare Advantage and Medicaid plans used outdated mental health provider lists that left families struggling to get care. AHCCCS said it is planning changes to tighten network monitoring and cut paperwork — efforts that are especially needed in rural and tribal areas. Tucson Sentinel
LIFESTYLE NEWS
- ➤ Tucson chefs advise home cooks to thaw their turkey at least four days ahead and to brine it with salt and brown sugar in water a day before cooking to keep the meat moist for Thanksgiving dinner—this planning and sharing of kitchen tasks can help avoid mistakes. Tucson Sentinel
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ The Tucson Baseball Team canceled its home series scheduled from Nov. 25 to Nov. 27 at Kino Veterans Memorial Stadium due to ongoing federal visa processing issues that delayed proper approvals. The team will host home games from Dec. 2 to Dec. 4 while local officials work to resolve the visa challenges. Tucson Sentinel
- ➤ Riders gathered at the El Tour Expo in Tucson as they prepared for race day—13 News provided live coverage with interviews discussing the event's importance. KOLD News 13
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Is a Nonprofit Business Model Right for You?
2-3:30 p.m. — Eckstrom-Columbus Library — Free entry — Explore the essentials of launching a nonprofit with guidance from an experienced mentor.
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Jazz Jam with Max Goldschmid
6:30-9:30 p.m. — The Century Room — $5-$10 + DICE fees — Enjoy an evening of instrumental improvisation with Max Goldschmid and the house band.
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Tucson Roadrunners vs. San Diego Gulls
7:00-8:30 p.m. — Tucson Convention Center — Ticket prices vary — Watch the Tucson Roadrunners battle it out on the ice against the San Diego Gulls in an exciting hockey matchup.
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Thanksgiving Cross Country Classic
8:00 a.m. — Reid Park — $26-$35 — Experience Tucson's original Turkey Trot with a festive 5K cross-country race and a fun run.
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Hockey Showdown: Tucson Roadrunners vs Abbotsford Canucks
3:00 – 4:30 PM — Tucson Arena — Tickets available — Watch the Tucson Roadrunners clash with the Abbotsford Canucks in an exciting ice hockey match.
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Hockey Match: Abbotsford Canucks vs Tucson Roadrunners
7-8:30 p.m. — Tucson Arena — Cost info not provided — Catch the action as the Abbotsford Canucks face off against the Tucson Roadrunners in an exciting ice hockey showdown.
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Jazz Jam with Max Goldschmid
6:30-9:30 p.m. — The Century Room — $5-$10 + DICE fees — Enjoy an evening of improvisational jazz with local musicians led by Max Goldschmid.
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Reece HVAC Equipment Training
3 PM – 12 AM — 8190 E 22nd St, Tucson, AZ — Free entry — Comprehensive training on ductless systems and HVAC equipment for professionals.
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Tucson Young Professionals Holiday Mixer
6-8 p.m. — Whiskey Del Bac — $32.90 — Celebrate the season with holiday glam, live music, and a festive costume contest.
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Suzy Bogguss: A Swingin’ Little Christmas
7:30-9 p.m. — Fox Tucson Theatre — Ticket prices not specified — Enjoy a night filled with Christmas classics and hits from Suzy Bogguss’ legendary career.
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