Sunny Skies and Fair Fun: Your Tucson Sunday Guide

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Good morning, this is Tucson Local Pulse for Sunday, April 26. We kick off with perfect weather for a sunny day, highs around 78 degrees and lows near 52, with clear skies and no chance of rain according to KGUN 9 forecasts. That means outdoor fun without a hitch, so grab your sunscreen for events ahead. The Pima County Fair wraps up today at 11300 South Houghton Road, buzzing with the GCPRA Rodeo at Mannys Arena starting at 4 p.m., presented by Barrio Brewing Company. Were also celebrating the Livestock Auction under the Marvin and Patsy Selke Livestock Ramada, kicking off at 11:45 a.m. to support our 4-H families. Head over early as gates open at 9 a.m. This morning, join Our Sonoran Desert Story at 8 a.m. for the SDCP 25-year celebration, or the Living River Ramble at 9:30 a.m. along the Santa Cruz River. Music lovers, catch the Arizona Womens Chorus Spring Concert Series at 2 p.m. at the historic La Rosa, featuring Tucson lyricist Katherine Byrnes. Cyclists, we have a 36-mile group ride starting at 7:30 a.m. from Starbucks at La Cholla and Orange Grove, heading to Dove Mountain and the Ritz. City Hall updates include a tour today showcasing Tucsons water, energy, and historical conservation in local homes and businesses, decisions that keep our daily lives sustainable amid desert heat. Look ahead to Santa Cruz River Research Days April 28 through 30, a free bilingual hybrid event on watershed protection right here in our backyard. New business stays steady with no major openings or closings reported, while our job market holds about 15,000 postings rounded up, many in hospitality near the fairgrounds. Real estate sees median home prices around 350,000 dollars, up slightly with demand for spots near Houghton Road. Local schools shine with Quincie Douglas Centers recent community crafts boosting kid programs. On the sports side, no big Tucson games today, but fair rodeo action delivers thrills. Crime report from the past 24 hours notes minor incidents, no major arrests or safety alerts impacting our streets. For a feel-good story, were proud of community scientists at yesterdays City Nature Challenge Bioblitz near Posta Quemada Ranch picnic area, documenting our desert biodiversity together. Thanks for tuning in, listeners, and remember to subscribe. This has been Tucson Local Pulse. Well see you tomorrow with more local updates. This has been a Quiet Please production, for more check out quietplease.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.

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