Tucson City Council Rejects Data Center, Wadsack Lawsuit Update, Weekend Weather & Events

Good morning, this is Tucson Local Pulse for Saturday, September 6. We begin with breaking news out of City Hall. Yesterday, Tucson City Council members stood firm against a controversial data center project, crediting neighborhood activists for rallying concern about water use and potential impacts on utility costs and property values. Local leaders are caught between technology demands and community priorities, and this decision will shape the city’s development, especially as state and local governments try to balance progress with preserving our resources. In our courts, the legal battle involving former state senator Justine Wadsack could wrap up soon. Tucson’s city attorney is now pushing for dismissal of her lawsuit, following her failure to appear in court. The federal judge asked Wadsack to attend a hearing about her claims of civil rights violations, but she skipped it to attend a political event in Phoenix. The city is requesting that she pay all attorney fees relating to missed hearings, making this a high-stakes moment for local public officials. Now turning to today’s weather—a warm Saturday awaits us, likely reaching the mid-90s by midafternoon. Skies look mostly sunny, with just a few clouds rolling in around sunset. There’s no rain in the forecast, making it a great day for outdoor events, but remember to stay hydrated and use sun protection if you’re heading out. New business excitement landed on Wetmore Road yesterday, where Ooroo Auto opened its first central shop near First Avenue. Neighbors turned out for food, live music, and a hands-on art project with a mosaic wall in the lobby. This local garage is promising more accessible auto care for foothills residents, and early buzz around the opening event adds fresh energy to the area. On the job front, positions in healthcare and education are up slightly this month, with nearly sixty new listings across midtown and the east side. Real estate agents around River Road say prices are holding steady, with about one hundred homes recently listed between two hundred and five hundred thousand dollars. Several open houses are planned for Sunday, providing good options for both buyers and sellers. For our culture lovers, University of Arizona’s volleyball team pulled off a thrilling comeback victory yesterday against Boise State in Idaho. After dropping the first two sets, the Wildcats stormed back to win three straight, improving their record to five wins without a loss this season. They’re playing again this morning against UC San Diego, feeding the excitement for U of A sports. Local schools are showing strong spirit too—Catalina High’s girls swim team claimed first in Thursday’s meet, and Tucson High’s debate club advanced two teams to the state quarterfinals. These achievements highlight the pride we have in our students and their dedication. Looking ahead, community events fill the weekend. The Trulieve Cannabis dispensary in Bisbee, just an hour southeast of us, is prepa This content was created in partnership and with the help of Artificial Intelligence AI.