Good morning, this is Tucson Local Pulse for March 7, 2025.

We're starting off with some exciting news for food lovers. Seis Kitchen is expanding to the east side, planning to open a new location at La Plaza Shoppes on Tanque Verde Road by late spring. This will be their fourth spot in Tucson, bringing their popular birria tacos and locally sourced ingredients to even more hungry residents.

In community news, the Sonoran Institute is gearing up for its 35th anniversary celebration. They'll be hosting a special event at Tohono Chul Gardens tonight, featuring dinner, drinks, and an auction. It's a great opportunity to support an organization that's been working to conserve our natural resources for over three decades.

Speaking of conservation, the City of Tucson has released a revised draft of the Plan Tucson 2025 General Plan Update. This plan aims to shape our city's future growth and sustainability. If you want to have your say, there are two public hearings coming up on March 12th and 19th at the Ward 2 Office and Mayor & Council Chambers, respectively.

On the sports front, the Tucson Rodeo just wrapped up its 100th year. We caught up with Marana barrel racer Sherry Cervi to reflect on this milestone event. Meanwhile, baseball fans are in for a treat as Tucson is set to host some games for the 2025 World Baseball Classic.

In real estate news, we're seeing some major developments on the horizon. The Butterfield Logistics Center is under construction, with a planned 195,000 square foot industrial distribution center set to be completed by the third quarter of this year. Over at The Bridges, Bass Pro Shops is building a new 100,000 square foot mega store, expected to bring about 130 new jobs to the area.

For those looking for weekend plans, the Vegan Tucson Night Market is happening tomorrow night at Rillito Park. It's a great chance to sample some plant-based cuisine and enjoy live music under the stars.

On a more serious note, South Tucson police are investigating a tragic incident where a 3-year-old child was fatally shot in a home. A search warrant revealed multiple firearms and ammunition at the scene. Our thoughts are with the family during this difficult time.

Looking at today's weather, we're expecting high winds across southern Arizona, so be sure to secure any loose items if you're heading out. Despite the wind, it should be a sunny day with highs around 75 degrees.

This has been Tucson Local Pulse. We'll see you tomorrow with more local updates.