by Carolyn Classen, blogger Carolyn’s note: Dr. Ruiz is up against 2 term Az State Treasurer Kimberly Yee for Superintendent of Public Instruction in the General election on Nov. 3, 2026. Yee defeated the incumbent Supe Tom Horne in the Republican primary in July, 53% to 47%.
by Carolyn Classen, blogger Time Saturday, August 22 6:30 – 8pm MST Location This event's address is private.Sign up for more details. About this event "Join Senator Mark Kelly and Congresswoman Gabby Giffords for their Launch to November event on Saturday, August 22nd, from 6:30 - 8:00 PM in Tucson, AZ. Come ready to grab ... Read more
by Carolyn Classen, blogger “Please join us for a lively discussion and Q&A with Dr. Cheree Meeks, President of the NAACP Tucson Branch, on Monday, August 31 (sic?) at 12:00 p.m. Arizona time via Zoom. We’ll discuss electoral and policy issues in Southern Arizona, including how to build more effective networks in your community, and ... Read more
Register at: https://www.aztownhall.org/event-6757510 Carolyn's note: Timely session due to recent shooting in downtown Tucson on July 19, with ten injured, including the shooter: https://tucson.com/news/local/crime-courts/article_995b8a8b-48b3-4b99-928c-0fbaae4be7f1.html
by Carolyn Classen, blogger “Ready to Mingle? Join us for an evening of good people and conversations inside Barrio Brewing 800 E 16th St 8/26 4-6pm. Featured Speaker is Brian Matlock, candidate for Mine Inspector, other invited candidates and public officials will be on hand for your questions and comments. Registration link:https://secure.actblue.com/donate/mingling2”
by Carolyn Classen, blogger RSVP: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/pima-countytucson-womens-commission-50th-anniversary-celebration-tickets-1990829764417 Pima County/Tucson Women's Commission 50th Anniversary Celebration ByPima County/Tucson Women's Commission YWCA Southern ArizonaTucson, AZ Wednesday, August 26 • 5:30 PM - 8 PM Overview "Celebrate 50 years of empowering women with Pima County/Tucson Women’s Commission—join us on Women's Equality Day at the YWCA! Celebrate with Us! Join the Pima ... Read more