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Friday, December 12th, 2025
Good morning, Tucson. Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 12th of December.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Two Tucson nonprofits, the Pima County Community Land Trust and St. Francis Community Services, are helping families with affordable housing & food needs amid rising costs and flat wages. Donations and state tax credits offer support for long-term solutions during the holiday season. Inside Tucson Business
- ➤ Astro Toys owners closed their business this week (after several challenging retail years) and donated 10 boxes and eight bags of toys to the Salvation Army to help Tucson kids enjoy the holiday season. The support will help distribute about 7,000 toys across the area. KGUN 9
- ➤ The Fourth Avenue Winter Street Fair is underway with closures on Fourth Avenue and nearby streets until roads reopen at 11 p.m. Sunday, Dec. 14 - Sun Link buses are detouring riders to alternate stops during the event. KOLD News 13
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ Casino Del Sol (enterprise of the Pascua Yaqui Tribe) and the University of Arizona today announced a 20-year naming rights deal renaming Arizona Stadium for over $60 million. The deal will support cultural, educational, and community programs. Inside Tucson Business
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ The University of Arizona will celebrate the Flandrau Science Center’s 50th anniversary tomorrow by offering free admission in Tucson (10:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.). The center first opened in 1975 as a hub for interactive science learning. KGUN 9
- ➤ The Winterhaven Festival of Lights returns for its 76th year, offering community members a chance to enjoy festive light displays and family activities in Winterhaven. Organizers say the event will continue its tradition of holiday cheer as local participants gather to celebrate the season. KOLD News 13
ECONOMY NEWS
- ➤ Beale Infrastructure has pledged $15 million for local education and workforce development as part of Project Blue, a data center project expected to add $3.6 billion in capital investment and create 3,000 construction jobs in Tucson. The binding MOA will be presented to county supervisors on Dec. 16. KVOA
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ The Pima JTED board is considering a bond election in November 2026 as rising enrollment strains its central campuses and forces the program to turn away students. Local school district boards have sent a letter voicing concerns that the funding may fall short for satellite programs. Tucson Sentinel
- ➤ Mountain View High School lifted its Hold action yesterday after a report of a student carrying a gun was confirmed as a false prank. Law enforcement and school officials quickly investigated the claim before classes resumed as usual. KVOA
ENVIRONMENT NEWS
- ➤ ADEQ is investigating South32’s Hermosa project near Patagonia after lab tests on Nov. 30 showed the mine’s water discharge exceeded antimony limits (permit standards); the company must complete a 30-day study by Dec. 26 to address the issue. Tucson Sentinel
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Marana's planning commission on Wednesday recommended rezoning twin 300-acre parcels for a data center as part of Project Blue. Beale Infrastructure's plan calls for an air-cooled system that cuts water use by 95% and promises jobs, tax revenue, and infrastructure improvements + the commission approved the change by a 6-0 vote. Tucson Sentinel
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ Four Arizona horses tested positive for EHV-1, a contagious virus that spreads through direct or indirect contact. Tucson equine veterinarians are urging horse owners to quarantine infected horses for at least 28 days and review vaccination protocols, while Pima Community College students learn updated vaccination techniques at the Therapeutic Ranch for Animals and Kids (TRAK). KGUN 9
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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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Circuitous Beer Release
3-9 p.m. — Pueblo Vida Brewing Company — Cost varies — Experience the intricacies of our new hazy DIPA brimming with berry notes.
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Christmas Brunch Buffet
1:15-7:15 p.m. — Tanque Verde Ranch — Adults $80, Children $40 — Indulge in a festive buffet featuring holiday favorites in the serene Sonoran Desert.
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Calgary Wranglers vs. Tucson Roadrunners
7-8:30 p.m. — Tucson Convention Center — Ticket prices vary — Watch the Tucson Roadrunners cross hockey sticks with the Calgary Wranglers in a thrilling ice hockey matchup.
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