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Sunday, December 7th, 2025
Good morning, Tucson. Here's your local news at a glance for Sunday, the 7th of December.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ After immigration agents executed search warrants last Friday, community members met on Saturday at Menlo Park to support affected families and learn about rights during enforcement actions. Organizers said the closed meeting was held for safety and privacy. KGUN 9
- ➤ The Elks Lodge held its 17th annual bike giveaway on Dec. 6 at its Tucson facility, giving new bikes to about 500 kids. The local event celebrated community spirit (per officials) and brought families together. KVOA
- ➤ The Town of Huachuca City is now accepting donations at its Town Hall (and Library) for a Christmas assistance program that provides food boxes and toys to low-income families; residents have donated canned goods while the town still needs turkey and stuffing to complete the meal boxes. KGUN 9
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ The Parade of Lights returned downtown yesterday, Dec. 6 (featuring over fifty floats) as local residents enjoyed a festive march that celebrated community spirit. KVOA
- ➤ Casino Del Sol hosted the 20th Tucson Tamal & Heritage Festival on Saturday, Dec. 6 at the AVA Amphitheater. The free event showcased tamale contests, live cultural performances and artisan vendors selling handmade crafts and holiday gifts. KVOA
- ➤ Tucson composer Daniel Asia premieres his 22-minute song cycle 'Pines' Last Poems'—based on final poems by his late collaborator Paul Pines—at Leo Rich Theater on Dec. 10 at 7:30 p.m. produced by Arizona Friends of Chamber Music, honoring 40 years of creative partnership. Tucson Sentinel
- ➤ A Green Valley retiree submitted a DNA sample today to aid a campaign to identify USS Arizona servicemen buried as unknowns; the effort may soon help match remains with families. Arizona Daily Star
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Arizona beat No. 20 Auburn 97-68 on Saturday night at McKale Center on ESPN & Purdue lost earlier to No. 10 Iowa State, setting the stage for the Cats to face the nation’s top team. The Daily Wildcat
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Tucson Speed Dating for Singles Aged 40 to 50
7-9 p.m. — Aloft Tucson University — Entry fee required — Meet potential matches and explore the possibility of love at this engaging speed dating event.
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Wednesday Team Trivia Night
7-9 p.m. — Pueblo Vida Brewing Company — Free entry — Test your knowledge and compete for gift card prizes in a fun downtown setting.
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Blue Dream Trio featuring Chelsee Hicks
10:30 p.m. – 12:00 a.m. — The Century Room — $10-$15 + Dice fees — Enjoy a late-night jazz session with Chelsee Hicks and holiday classics.
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Tucson's Ugly Sweater Pub Crawl
4-9 p.m. — Sky Bar Tucson — $15 online ticket — Explore Tucson's nightlife with a fun pub crawl featuring games and prizes.
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Rich Hinman vs Adam Levy: An Afternoon of Guitar
4:30-6 p.m. — The Century Room — $20-$30 + DICE fees — Experience the soulful interplay of guitar heavyweights Rich Hinman and Adam Levy in a jazz-infused instrumental performance.
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Tucson Speed Dating Event for Singles Ages 35-45
7-9 p.m. — Aloft Tucson University — Cost varies — Meet up to 12 potential matches and discover your next success story in love.
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Candlelight: Christmas Special
6:30-8:30 p.m. — La Rosa — Ticket prices vary — Experience a magical evening of festive music under the glow of candlelight featuring 'The Nutcracker' and other holiday classics.
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The Nutcracker Returns
7-9 p.m. — Flowing Wells High School Auditorium — General Admission tickets available — Experience a modern twist on the classic Nutcracker with new adventures and holiday traditions.
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Late Night with Sounds by Posi
10 PM - 2 AM — Hotel Congress — Free entry — Dance the night away at the Plaza with DJ Posi's evolving beats.
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Bethune-Cookman Wildcats at Arizona Wildcats Basketball
7-9 p.m. — McKale Memorial Center — Enjoy an exciting basketball game between two competing teams.
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