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Wednesday, December 17th, 2025
Good morning, Tucson. Here's your local news at a glance for Wednesday, the 17th of December.
ACCIDENTS NEWS
- ➤ Tucson Fire Department rescued a German Shepherd puppy with minor injuries from underneath a car on the east side Tuesday night; Animal Control helped free the dog, which was then taken to a veterinarian for care. KGUN 9
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ University of Arizona's Student Union back of house team hosted their 11th annual Gift of Giving event on Tuesday morning, raising food donations for the campus food pantry and displaying creative decor made from repurposed shipment materials (like a giant nutcracker and gingerbread designs) for a couple hundred attendees. KGUN 9
- ➤ The Saguaro City Music Theatre brings the musical Annie to Berger Performing Arts Center, opening Saturday, Dec. 20 and running through Jan. 4. Tickets cost $28.50 to $69.50 and are available online or at Bookmans Entertainment Exchange (Stone and River, Speedway and Wilmot locations). KVOA
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ University of Arizona is mentoring students to research skin cancer—a disease that affects residents 40 percent more than the national average. The program aims to build expertise in skin cancer research and improve community health. KOLD News 13
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Crews working on I-10's widening project have placed lane restrictions on Tucson frontage roads between Ina and Orange Grove and closed the westbound shoulder between Ina and Cortaro through Friday; drivers should expect slowdowns from 9 a.m. + 6 p.m. KVOA
- ➤ Tucson’s City Council will vote Tuesday on raising the transient occupancy tax from 6% to 9% to add $1.1 million in revenue, a change that local hotel owners worry will lead to higher room prices and lower tourism spending — the new fee will take effect March 1, 2026. KOLD News 13
- ➤ Pima County Board of Supervisors approved $838,390 in grants from rolled-over funds to help with food, housing, utility, transportation, and legal needs in Tucson — funds that are part of the Prosperity Initiative aimed at reducing generational poverty. KVOA
- ➤ Pima County Supervisors accepted a binding deal with the Project Blue data center Tuesday that commits to 100% renewable energy and $15 million in donations for education and job training — closing is planned before Christmas in Tucson. KGUN 9
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ The No. 1 UArizona men’s basketball team defeated Abilene Christian 96-62 on Tuesday, Dec. 16 at 7 p.m. in McKale Center, marking their 10th straight win. Freshman guard Brayden Burries scored 20 points & junior center Motiejus Krivas added 15. The Daily Wildcat
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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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Howe Gelb & The Benedictine Players Concert
6:30-8:30 p.m. — La Rosa — Cost info not available — Experience the melodic tunes of Howe Gelb live with The Benedictine Players.
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An Evening with Bruce Hornsby
8:00-9:30 p.m. — Fox Tucson Theatre — Celebrate New Year's Eve with the diverse music of Bruce Hornsby in a 20th Anniversary celebration.
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Birding for EveryBODY: Agua Caliente Park
8-10 a.m. — Agua Caliente Regional Park — Free registration — Explore the diverse birdlife in an accessible setting perfect for nature enthusiasts.
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