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Tree debris obstructs part of a street as storms caused damage at a Mesa apartment complex Wednesday.
'UNUSUAL'

Wind topples trees in Mesa, golf-ball size hail pummels parts of central Arizona

PHOENIX (AP) — Hail the size of golf balls and damaging wind gusts pounded northern and central Arizona in a rare storm blowing through, bringing with it tornado risks and possible flash floods. …
The Mesa Senior Expo at Mesa Market Place Swap Meet, 10550 E. Baseline Road, will include resource booths and giveaways.
Vendors sought

Vendors, sponsors sought for Mesa Senior Expo Nov. 13

The premier senior health and lifestyle expo will be hosted by Independent Newsmedia. (Independent Newsmedia file) Vendors and sponsorships are being sought for the Mesa Senior Expo 9 …
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DATA DRIVEN

Phoenix among best markets for small business expansion

Phoenix is one of the nation’s stronger markets for small-business expansion, but Tucson is facing a more challenging economic outlook, according to a new study comparing 56 major U.S. metropolitan areas.
Ballet Etudes brings The Nutcracker back to East Valley stages this holiday season, celebrating 40 years of the production with performances Nov. 27-Dec. 6 at the Chandler Center for the Arts and Dec. 12-20 at the Mesa Arts Center.
THINGS TO DO

'Nutcracker' 40th production celebrated at Chandler, Mesa venues this holiday season

Ballet Etudes brings The Nutcracker back to East Valley stages this holiday season, celebrating 40 years of the production with performances Nov. 27-Dec. 6 at Chandler Center for the Arts and Dec. …
The Mesa Design Review Board discussed the look and landscaping for the Val Vista Oil development during an Oct. 13 meeting.
Development

Oil-change business planned at Val Vista, Southern in Mesa

A 3,356-square-foot automobile service facility is to be constructed north of the northeast corner of South Val Vista Drive and East Southern Avenue in Mesa. The Mesa Design Review Board …
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Strong Cybersecurity Shouldn’t Price Movers Out of Serving Military Families

From Luke Air Force Base to Fort Huachuca, hundreds of active-duty families move in and out of Arizona every year, and few things matter more to us than helping them settle in and put down roots …
Donors of all types are needed to help patients in emergencies and for planned treatments for cancer and blood disorders.
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Vitalant blood drives planned at Mesa churches

Seven Mesa churches are hosting Vitalant blood drives in November. Donors of all types are needed to help patients in emergencies and for planned treatments for cancer and blood disorders. The …
GREENFIELD ROAD

Mesa shooting victim drives himself to hospital, police find ‘involved parties’

A man drove himself to a hospital Sunday afternoon after he was shot near Greenfield Road and US 60, police said. Officers responded to the area about 2:30 p.m. Oct. 18 after receiving a report …
Arizona Cardinals kicker Chad Ryland, top, is congratulated by teammates after kicking the game winning field goal against the Los Angeles Rams during the second half of an NFL football game in Inglewood, Calif., Sunday, Oct. 18, 2026.
Sports

Cardinals stun rival Rams on walk off field goal 18-16

NFL teams don’t typically win games exclusively scoring points via the field goal, but that’s exactly what the Arizona Cardinals (2-4) just did, as they took down the Super Bowl favorite and …
COUNTY ATTORNEY

Boyfriend indicted for 2-year-old’s death in Mesa

A 23-year-old man has been indicted for the death of his girlfriend’s 2-year-old son in Mesa. Maricopa County Attorney Rachel Mitchell announced last week that a grand jury indicted Kishawn …
LOOP 101

Police find teen dead inside vehicle in East Valley

A 16-year-old was found dead Friday inside a vehicle along Loop 101, and Mesa police said a preliminary investigation indicates he was shot. The Salt River Police Department responded about 1:40 …
Arizona Cardinals Head Coach Mike LaFleur speaks to the media following a preseason to the Dallas Cowboys.
Cardinals Notebook

Nearly a third through, Cardinals season hangs in the balance

The Arizona Cardinals are through roughly a third of their games and, sitting at 1-4, are also a third of the way towards their preseason projected win total of 3.5, according to DraftKings. The …
Five to seven employees are to work daily at the Waffle Flower Crafts warehouse planned near East Thomas Road and North 54th Street in Mesa.
Development

Rezoning sought for Waffle Flower Crafts warehouse planned in Mesa

An 18,000-square-foot Waffle Flower Crafts industrial development is planned at the northwest corner of East Thomas Road and North 54th Street in Mesa. The Mesa Planning and Zoning Board on Oct. …
The Mesa Design Review Board discussed the look and landscaping for the 36.8-acre development during an Oct. 13 meeting.
Development

2 hotels planned in new Mesa commercial center

A commercial development including a 166,000-square-foot major-tenant building, two shops buildings totaling 27,950 square feet and two hotels with 212 rooms is planned at the southwest corner of …
The warehouse will be to the east of a new fabrication building the Mesa Design Review Board reviewed a couple months ago.
Development

Boeing plans industrial warehouse in Mesa

A 35,000-square-foot industrial warehouse is to be constructed at Boeing north of the northeast corner of North Greenfield Road and East McDowell Road in Mesa. The Mesa Design Review Board …
The Mesa Senior Expo at Mesa Market Place Swap Meet, 10550 E. Baseline Road, will include resource booths and giveaways.
Vendors sought

Vendors, sponsors sought for Mesa Senior Expo Nov. 13

The premier senior health and lifestyle expo will be hosted by Independent Newsmedia. (Independent Newsmedia file) Vendors and sponsorships are being sought for the Mesa Senior Expo 9 …

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Safety can change in a moment, but feeling safe again can take much longer. This is something I have come to understand through my work as a therapist in Arizona with individuals who have experienced domestic violence and other forms of trauma.
There was a time when nothing signaled the onset of autumn like Halloween, the annual cultural celebration observed on Oct. 31, which features trick-or-treating, wearing costumes and carving …
ENTERTAINMENT & THINGS TO DO
Designed for preschool-aged children, Halloween Boo features trick-or-treat stations run by library staff, festive activities and visits from City departments and community organizations. Siblings are welcome, and children attending will receive a book from Kids Need to Read, while supplies last.

‘Halloween Boo’ slated at Mesa Public Library

Mesa Public Library is bringing Halloween fun to families with its annual Halloween Boo event at all five library branches. Designed for preschool-aged children, Halloween Boo features …
“A Slice of Gratitude” will be held at 11 a.m. after worship Sunday, Nov. 23, at the Fellowship Hall at First Christian Church of Mesa, 805 N. Country Club Drive.

‘A Slice of Gratitude’ pie social at First Christian Church in November

First Christian Church of Mesa is hosting a pie social in November to celebrate love, laughter and faith. “A Slice of Gratitude” will be held at 11 a.m. after worship Sunday, Nov. 23, at the …
The Halloween edition of Cockpit Close-Up is 8-11 a.m. Saturday, Oct. 31, at a hangar at Falcon Field Airport, 4626 E. Fighter Aces Drive in Mesa.

Haunted hangar at Falcon Field Airport Oct. 31

The Halloween edition of Cockpit Close-Up, a free event perfect for families and kids in costume, is to be held 8-11 a.m. Saturday, Oct. 31, at a historic World War II hangar at Falcon Field Airport, …
For $10 per person, guests receive soup, bread and a handmade bowl created by ceramics students and community members. All proceeds benefit the Paz de Cristo Community Center.

Empty Bowls events Nov. 3 and 17 at Mesa Community College benefit Paz de Cristo

Mesa Community College invites the community to its annual Empty Bowls events where for $10 per person, guests receive soup, bread and a handmade bowl created by ceramics students and community …
Mexican food and a BBQ are planned. Also, rides and bouncers, live entertainment, a raffle, games and prizes.

Queen of Peace Catholic Church hosts festival in November

Queen of Peace Catholic Church is hosting its annual parish fall festival Sunday, Nov. 1. It is 8 a.m.-5:30 p.m. at the church, 30 W. First St. in Mesa. Mexican food and a BBQ are planned. …
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