Here's your local news at a glance for Saturday, the 7th of March.
Good morning, Maricopa.
🎭 Culture
The British punk band Sex Pistols announced an expanded North American tour celebrating 50 years of punk, which will include a show in Phoenix on Oct.
17. Tickets in Phoenix start at $123 & fans in Maricopa can secure their spot for this historic gig.
The Phoenix Indian Center is hosting the Indigenous Community Fashion Showcase this weekend at Creighton University to celebrate Native designers’ work in clothing, jewelry and art with the theme 'After the Storm, In Full Bloom.' The event features over 30 community designers + four featured artists.
🏛️ Government
Arizona regulators voted on Wednesday to repeal renewable energy requirements that forced utilities to source at least 15% of their power from renewables—rules in place for two decades that many argued increased costs.
The decision follows data showing major utilities met the targets and could reshape future clean energy investments.
Fans of the M3F Music Festival and spring training games face freeway closures in the Phoenix region as ADOT widens Loop 202 and Loop 101 ramps from March 6 to 9 — detours direct traffic along alternate routes.
🏈 Sports
Arizona Tennis Classic will bring ranked tennis players to the Valley to raise funds — local fans are invited to watch competitive matches and support the charity event.
Grand Canyon University men's basketball celebrates its four seniors today at Global Credit Union Arena in a match against Fresno State, where a win could secure a first-round bye in the Mountain West Championship.
Coach Bryce Drew said the night honors senior contributions — amid challenges from injuries and transfers.
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