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Affordable Housing, Extreme Heat, and Local Happenings in Tucson
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Good morning, this is Tucson Local Pulse for Thursday, August 28. Here’s everything our listeners need to know as we start the day in our unique desert city.
Breaking news out of City Hall: the city broke ground yesterday on a new sixty-six unit affordable housing complex on North Stone Avenue, right where the old Bum Steer nightclub once stood. This is part of Tucson’s ongoing effort to bring more low-income housing options online. City officials say it will help hundreds of families get access to safe, central housing over the next few years.
Weather-wise, it’s another hot start, with highs expected to reach the upper nineties by this afternoon. Skies will stay mostly sunny, so remember to check on those hydration levels, especially if you’re headed outdoors. Cooling centers across town are now confirmed to stay open through September because of the continued heat, so keep that in mind if you or someone you know needs a break from the sun.
Turning to public safety, Tucson Police made headlines overnight for the dramatic capture of a suspect wanted in a shooting earlier this year. Officers chased him on foot near Fourth Avenue and Sixth Street, and took him into custody without further incident. No injuries were reported, and police say the arrest closes a months-long investigation. Elsewhere, police remind everyone to stay vigilant during back-to-school season with more foot and car traffic around our schools.
Our job market has a boost this week as Ward 5 just launched a new grant program aimed at supporting small businesses and community projects in South Tucson. Applications are open now, and local business leaders say it could spark dozens of new jobs, especially along South 12th Avenue.
In real estate, prices continue to stabilize after a few years of rapid increases. Realtors in the Catalina Foothills area are reporting an average home sale price just above 450 thousand dollars, and open house events are popping up again this weekend along River Road and Campbell Avenue.
For those looking to get out, Club Congress is bringing music lovers together with a series of concerts running through Monday as a new take on the old HOCO Fest. Expect both local bands and visiting acts on stage. Plus, with Tucson’s 250th anniversary this year, new murals are going up downtown, including along Congress Street, celebrating our city’s rich art scene.
Community events are rolling: this Saturday at Palo Verde Magnet High, the IMPACT Resource Fair is handing out free backpacks and school supplies for families in need. This is also a big week for the Pascua Yaqui community, with a special concert at Casino Del Sol where tribal members and guests will be admitted free of charge.
In local sports, Tucson High’s football team celebrated a last-minute win last night against Salpointe Catholic, and the school district is highlighting an all-time high graduation rate reported this week.
Lastly, a feel-good note: four new murals decorated by local artists have gone up downtown, adding color and pride to our city as part of Tucson’s milestone year. Artists and volunteers worked late into the night to complete the installations in time for this weekend’s festivities.
Thank you for tuning in and remember to subscribe to keep up with all things local. This has been Tucson Local Pulse. We’ll see you tomorrow with more local updates. This has been a Quiet Please production, for more check out quietplease dot ai.
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Breaking news out of City Hall: the city broke ground yesterday on a new sixty-six unit affordable housing complex on North Stone Avenue, right where the old Bum Steer nightclub once stood. This is part of Tucson’s ongoing effort to bring more low-income housing options online. City officials say it will help hundreds of families get access to safe, central housing over the next few years.
Weather-wise, it’s another hot start, with highs expected to reach the upper nineties by this afternoon. Skies will stay mostly sunny, so remember to check on those hydration levels, especially if you’re headed outdoors. Cooling centers across town are now confirmed to stay open through September because of the continued heat, so keep that in mind if you or someone you know needs a break from the sun.
Turning to public safety, Tucson Police made headlines overnight for the dramatic capture of a suspect wanted in a shooting earlier this year. Officers chased him on foot near Fourth Avenue and Sixth Street, and took him into custody without further incident. No injuries were reported, and police say the arrest closes a months-long investigation. Elsewhere, police remind everyone to stay vigilant during back-to-school season with more foot and car traffic around our schools.
Our job market has a boost this week as Ward 5 just launched a new grant program aimed at supporting small businesses and community projects in South Tucson. Applications are open now, and local business leaders say it could spark dozens of new jobs, especially along South 12th Avenue.
In real estate, prices continue to stabilize after a few years of rapid increases. Realtors in the Catalina Foothills area are reporting an average home sale price just above 450 thousand dollars, and open house events are popping up again this weekend along River Road and Campbell Avenue.
For those looking to get out, Club Congress is bringing music lovers together with a series of concerts running through Monday as a new take on the old HOCO Fest. Expect both local bands and visiting acts on stage. Plus, with Tucson’s 250th anniversary this year, new murals are going up downtown, including along Congress Street, celebrating our city’s rich art scene.
Community events are rolling: this Saturday at Palo Verde Magnet High, the IMPACT Resource Fair is handing out free backpacks and school supplies for families in need. This is also a big week for the Pascua Yaqui community, with a special concert at Casino Del Sol where tribal members and guests will be admitted free of charge.
In local sports, Tucson High’s football team celebrated a last-minute win last night against Salpointe Catholic, and the school district is highlighting an all-time high graduation rate reported this week.
Lastly, a feel-good note: four new murals decorated by local artists have gone up downtown, adding color and pride to our city as part of Tucson’s milestone year. Artists and volunteers worked late into the night to complete the installations in time for this weekend’s festivities.
Thank you for tuning in and remember to subscribe to keep up with all things local. This has been Tucson Local Pulse. We’ll see you tomorrow with more local updates. This has been a Quiet Please production, for more check out quietplease dot ai.
For more http://www.quietplease.ai
Get the best deals https://amzn.to/3ODvOta
This content was created in partnership and with the help of Artificial Intelligence AI