Good morning, this is Tucson Local Pulse for Saturday, August ninth.We wake up after a blisteringly hot week, the hottest August stretch Tucson has seen in years, with temperatures peaking at one hundred twelve yesterday. Power demand soared and Tucson Electric Power set new highs, but our ACs kept humming thanks to extra grid planning. With temperatures expected to stay above one hundred ten again today, utility officials urge us to conserve and watch for heat warnings. Several new hydration stations are open across downtown and midtown, offering free cold drinking water for anyone needing relief from the desert sun. If you’re out running errands or heading to any outdoor events, keep an eye out for these stations—just one step our city’s taking to beat the heat.Shifting to community safety, South Tucson leaders and volunteers launched a new campaign this week to directly address homelessness and the opioid crisis, especially fentanyl. Neighbors are walking the streets with water and outreach, making sure those struggling know help is near. The campaign also aims to watch for increased ICE activity, which has concerned many families in our mainly Hispanic community. On Thursday, the Pascua Yaqui Tribe presented a million-dollar check to support South Tucson’s public safety work. Mayor Valenzuela says the funds will go where residents believe they’re most needed, with input sessions planned soon. It’s a powerful example of community-driven action, and we’re eager to see the impact.City hall is busy with talks about Project Blue, the enormous data center development. Locals pressed for more transparency this week, especially since Amazon still hasn’t confirmed its involvement despite months of speculation. Officials assure us the project will be water-positive and not spike our electric rates, but ongoing discussions mean there’s still plenty more to sort out.On the job front, there are nearly two thousand posted openings this week, mainly in healthcare, hospitality, and technology. Real estate remains steady, with median home prices holding near four hundred twenty thousand. Several new apartment projects are breaking ground near Broadway and Stone, aiming to ease our tight rental market. We’re also watching some downtown storefront shuffle, with a new bakery opening on Fourth Avenue and a beloved coffee shop on Congress closing doors after sixteen years.In education news, congratulations to Michele Lewis who’s just been appointed to the Continental School Board. Meanwhile, Palo Verde Magnet High School is hosting a resource fair today, with free backpacks and supplies for local students.On the sports side, the University of Arizona volleyball team swept their season opener last night at McKale Center, while Salpointe Catholic prepares to honor longtime coach Kelly Pierce at a memorial service this afternoon.For crime updates, three people are recovering after yesterday’s multi-vehicle accident near Irvington and Midvale Park. Tucson police responded quickly, and there are no major arrests reported overnight.If you’re looking for something uplifting, Ability Dogs of Arizona is expanding fast, training more service dogs to help local residents with disabilities live fuller lives. It’s a reminder of how Tucson’s spirit shows even in tough times.That’s our pulse for today. Stay cool, stay safe, and check out a tour of Historic Canoa Ranch this morning if you’re up early. This has been Tucson Local Pulse. We’ll see you tomorrow with more local updates. Thank you for tuning in, and don’t forget to subscribe.This has been a Quiet Please production, for more check out quiet please dot ai.For more http://www.quietplease.aiGet the best deals https://amzn.to/3ODvOtaThis content was created in partnership and with the help of Artificial Intelligence AI

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