Good morning, this is Tucson Local Pulse for Thursday, August 7, 2025. We begin with big news from City Hall. In a packed and emotional meeting last night, the Tucson City Council voted unanimously to block Project Blue, a massive data center proposed for land near I-10 and Houghton. The center, which was tied to Amazon, promised thousands of construction jobs and steady tech salaries, but opposition from residents and concerns over water and electricity use in our desert climate led the council to call it quits. You could feel the relief in the room as the vote came down, with cheers erupting from locals who had fought hard against what they saw as a threat to Tucson’s future. City leaders now promise tougher rules for big water users, and new zoning for data centers could be up for discussion as soon as the council’s August 19 meeting.Taking a look at city services, Pima County crews are busy this morning installing an all-way stop at Camino de Oeste and Bald Eagle Avenue, so expect some delays if your commute takes you through that intersection. There are flaggers on site, so please drive carefully.Back-to-school season is here, and the Pima County Health Department is hosting a free vaccine clinic today at the Kino Event Center on East Ajo Way. Parents can bring their kids for all the recommended shots and even walk-in physicals, so everyone can head into the new school year healthy and ready to learn.Turning to voter news, the Ward 6 City Council primary just wrapped up with three Democrats vying for the spot. We’ll learn more as mail-in ballots are tallied.Now, those sweltering days just keep coming. Today’s forecast is calling for more intense heat, with temperatures reaching up to 109 in some areas. Drink plenty of water, avoid strenuous activity outdoors, and check in on neighbors who might need extra help. There is a chance of slightly cooler nights ahead, but for now, it is still all about serious summer sun.If you are looking for something inspiring, four new murals have been unveiled downtown, created by local artists to mark Tucson's 250th anniversary. Take a stroll around the Presidio Historic District to see these colorful new works.In music and culture, Arizona Spotlight on NPR 89.1 highlights the 80th anniversary of the Hiroshima and Nagasaki bombings. Tune in this evening for local reflections and readings—including poetry by Tucson’s own Joshua Lillie. Plus, Ted Warmbrand will host a community sing-along this Sunday, August 17, at El Pueblo Neighborhood Center—an uplifting way to come together.Schools are welcoming students back, and several youth sports teams celebrated hard-fought tournament wins over the weekend, including Desert View High baseball making it to the summer finals. Congratulations to all our student athletes.In business, we have news that a local bakery, Barrio Bread, is planning a second location opening this fall near Broadway and Wilmot, adding over a dozen jobs and another tasty stop for our community.Finally, on the public safety front, news outlets report a peaceful 24 hours in most Tucson neighborhoods, with no major crimes or public safety incidents making headlines last night.And before we go, a feel-good moment—the IMPACT Tucson Resource Fair is handing out backpacks and school supplies for free this Saturday at Palo Verde Magnet High. If you know a family in need, spread the word.Thank you for tuning in to Local Pulse. Remember to subscribe so you never miss the news that matters most to Tucson. 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 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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