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Sunday, November 23rd, 2025
Good morning, Tucson. Here's your local news at a glance for Sunday, the 23rd of November.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Serenity Matanza, a senior at Pueblo High School, led a Thanksgiving turkey drive to help classmates and staff in need by collecting donations from Walmart, her church Calvary Chapel Tucson, and school departments. She distributed 138 turkeys and 200 sacks of potatoes — a project fueled by years of volunteer work — so families and staff could enjoy a proper meal. KGUN 9
ACCIDENTS NEWS
- ➤ A cyclist riding in El Tour de Tucson escaped injury after a javelina collided with them near the intersection of Colossal Cave Road and Camino Loma Alta around 9:12 a.m. Saturday morning, police said. KGUN 9
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ On Nov. 6, the University of Arizona held a celebration of life at Bear Down Field to honor four students (Sophia Troetel, Josiah Santos, Katya Castillo-Mendoza and Peter Wanjohi) who died in October traffic incidents. Family, friends and students shared memories as three were killed in a hit-and-run at Euclid and Second while one died after running through a crosswalk on South Kino Parkway. The Daily Wildcat
- ➤ At the University of Arizona, law clinics let students work in real court settings to practice what they have learned. The program offers 17 clinics + helps students work with judges and attorneys to explore different fields of law. The Daily Wildcat
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Officials lifted the closure on Mount Lemmon Road on November 20 and urged drivers to follow safety guidelines—road conditions were still under review as traffic resumed. Local authorities stressed caution despite the reopening of the affected route. KVOA
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ University students now have access to an intensive mental health program through a partnership between the university’s Counseling and Psychological Services and Sierra Tucson—this program offers evening group sessions and weekly one-on-one support with no extra cost for those on the United Student Health Insurance Plan. This initiative expands care options for students who need more than traditional weekly counseling while remaining enrolled. The Daily Wildcat
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ El Tour de Tucson finished its 42nd annual bike race, drawing over 10,000 cyclists along Tucson streets— it remains the largest bike race in the U.S. and the longest-running event of its kind in Arizona. Arizona Daily Star
- ➤ Arizona football closed out Senior Day on November 22 with a win over Baylor 41 to 17 at Casino Del Sol Stadium—The Wildcats improved their home record to six to one with key plays from Kris Hutson and Dalton Johnson and will face ASU in the Territorial Cup on November 28. The Daily Wildcat
- ➤ Arizona ended its final home game with a 41-17 win over Baylor at Casino Del Sol Stadium on November 22. The team forced three turnovers in the fourth quarter + had Super Bowl winner Nick Foles in attendance, which helped the Cats finish the season strongly. The Daily Wildcat
- ➤ Arizona ended its home Big 12 season with a strong fourth-quarter run as it beat Baylor 41-17 on Nov. 22 in Tucson—this win wrapped up its home schedule. Arizona Daily Star
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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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Miracle on 34th Street Musical
Dec 5 - Dec 28, 7 p.m. — Arts Express Theatre — Ticket required — Experience the heartwarming tale of a single mom and her daughter believing in Santa Claus again.
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Downtown Parade of Lights Festival
6:30-8:00 p.m. — Armory Park — Free entry — Celebrate the holidays with a dazzling display of lights in downtown Tucson.
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