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Marana, Arizona Patch AM: a 5 min readCoffee in hand, Marana? We've got the latest town updates for you. Keep reading to stay in the loop. ☕️️
In today's newsletter:
- Why this Marana pizza pro just earned a surprise townwide honor
- What a Stage 2 drought could soon mean for Marana households
- How a Marana family’s tip helped crack a six-year mystery
Today's riddle: Who's in favor of bringing back Roman Numerals? 🤔 (Answer below!)
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- Friday: A t-storm around in the p.m., with a high of 94 and low of 69 degrees. 🌶 Hot!
- Saturday: Mostly sunny, temps: high: 98, low: 72.
- Sunday: A stray afternoon t-shower, with a high of 91 and low of 71 degrees.
📰 News we're reading
1. ‘Slice of Glory': A prize for a pizza professional (tucsonweekly.com) — A beloved Marana restaurateur has been honored with Discover Marana’s Taste of Marana STANDOUT Award for his contributions to local dining and community life. Ted Fisher, owner of Twin Peaks Pizzeria and Dominick’s Real Italian, was recognized for supporting schools, providing local jobs, and helping the town’s restaurant task force grow Marana’s sit‑down dining options across its wide 122‑square‑mile area. 
2. Thinking Ahead: Stage 2 Drought Preparedness Plan updates recommended (tucsonweekly.com) — Marana officials are preparing for a likely Stage 2 drought declaration in 2026, which could mean tighter water‑use expectations for town facilities and voluntary conservation steps for residents. The council reviewed proposed updates to its Drought Preparedness Plan, including new groundwater‑based triggers and more enforceable measures, while encouraging homeowners to cut outdoor watering and consider efficiency upgrades like high‑efficiency toilets.
3. Remains of man missing in Marana found buried in backyard of Tucson home (kpho.com) — A long-unsolved missing-person case tied to Marana has taken a major turn after investigators found the remains of Robert Drabeck buried in a Tucson backyard, more than six years after his disappearance. Marana police, aided by a cadaver dog team and a tip from Drabeck’s mother, located the remains during an August search; the investigation continues and authorities are seeking more information.
4. USA TODAY Sports Top IX flag football players of Week 5 (usatoday.com) — Marana sports fans can cheer sophomore quarterback Isabelle Garcia, who just earned national recognition from USA TODAY Sports after leading Marana High to a 42‑12 win over Eastmark. She threw for 262 yards and four touchdowns, added 92 rushing yards and another score, and joined a short list of standout flag football performances from across the country.
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★ Featured events ★
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Free Hands Only CPR & Safety Event – Marana →
Marana Aquatic & Recreation Center, 13455 North Marana Main Street, Marana
9:00 am
Saturday September 26
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Other local events
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Read to a Dog
Nanini Branch Library, 7300 North Shannon Road, Tucson
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Fiber Arts Club
Nanini Branch Library, 7300 North Shannon Road, Tucson
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Orchestra Concert
MMS Auditorium
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Russian Bilingual Toddler Storytime / Двуязычные чтен
Nanini Branch Library, 7300 North Shannon Road, Tucson
10:30 am -
Toddler Storytime!
Nanini Branch Library, 7300 North Shannon Road, Tucson
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Band Concert
MMS Auditorium
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Preschool Storytime
Nanini Branch Library, 7300 North Shannon Road, Tucson
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Interested in Learning English?|¿Le interesa aprender inglés?
Nanini Branch Library, 7300 North Shannon Road, Tucson
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Citizenship Classes in English | Clases de ciudadanía en inglés
Nanini Branch Library, 7300 North Shannon Road, Tucson
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U of A Master Gardeners - 10 Steps to Healthier, More Productive C
Nanini Branch Library, 7300 North Shannon Road, Tucson
5:00 pm
Saturday September 26
Monday September 28
Tuesday September 29
Thursday October 1
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🗓 Events Nearby
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Kinder Literacy Night
Gladden Farms Elementary Commons
4:30 pm
Friday September 25
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A bit more than expensive but totally worth it! Very easy to make an appointment. Arrive either a bit early or on time. My dogs love them! I would… (Nextdoor Rancho Marana) - Several evenings ago I was in Walmart on Cortaro.
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