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Fundraisers April 4 for Mesa foundation for accessibility, diversity, inclusion

In recognition of Autism Acceptance Month, Visit Mesa is pairing up with local brew masters 12West Brewing Co. and Chupacabra Tap Room for the third annual launch of Spectrum IPA. Proceeds from …
ARIZONA CAPITOL

Mesa mayor calls affordable housing measure ‘deeply flawed’

PHOENIX – Mesa Mayor John Giles joined local leaders from around Arizona on Thursday to urge Gov. Katie Hobbs to veto legislation on her desk to override some of their ability to make planning …
UPDATE

Mesa police identify victim in mobile home park fire

A 62-year-old man died in a fire last week at three mobile homes in Mesa that authorities said may have been arson. The March 8 fire at 2121 N. Center killed Randy Floyd, police said Saturday. …
Opinion

Rains: East Valley real estate market ready for a bountiful spring

Last winter, the East Valley real estate market was in a state of limbo. Relatively high interest rates remained in effect, meaning fewer prospective buyers could enter the market. Despite the higher …
DNA EVIDENCE

Man sent to prison in Mesa cold case murder, sexual assault

A 60-year-old man has been sentenced to concurrent prison terms for the murder and sexual assault of two women in Mesa cases that date back to 1989. Thomas David Cox, who pleaded guilty last …
NEW BANK

Mesa zoning board approves site plan modification for new America First Credit Union

The Mesa Planning and Zoning Board voted during its March 13 meeting to approve at major site plan modification for a new America First Credit Union near the 4300 block of East Baseline Road and the …
Coming soon

Chicken chain Bojangles bringing 20 locations to Phoenix area

Bojangles , a chicken and breakfast brand with made-from-scratch food, announced March 14 the signing of a multiunit development agreement that will bring 20 new restaurants to Phoenix, marking the …
Development

500K-gallon reclaimed water tank proposed along 202 in Mesa

A 500,000-gallon reclaimed water storage tank is to be constructed on 1 acre east of Val Vista Drive on the north side of Thomas Road near Loop 202 in Mesa. The city of Mesa utility …
things to do

Register for April 20 chess tournament in Apache Junction

The Rhino ReCreation Center and Apache Junction library are hosting a chess tournament with prizes Saturday, April 20. It is 10 a.m.-4 p.m. in the north wing program room at the library, 1177 N. …
Energy

Large battery on SRP’s power grid supporting Google building in Mesa

A large operational battery energy storage system is now online, Salt River Project and NextEra Energy Resources LLC recently announced. Sonoran Solar Energy Center is a 260-megawatt solar …
Neighbors

Mesa resident Anthony Curley on ‘So You Think You Can Dance’ Monday

Anthony Curley, a dancer from Mesa, is appearing on Monday’s episode of Fox’s “So You Think You Can Dance.” The show is on 8-9 p.m. on Fox 10 in Phoenix. Curley has …
Development

Golden Corral in Mesa to be replaced with Starbucks building

The building housing Golden Corral south of McKellips Road on the west side of Power Road in Mesa is to be razed and divided into two properties with one side to be developed with a Starbucks …
YOUTH LEARNING

Mesa council to vote on accepting $350K grant to establish Mesa Family Resource Center

The Mesa City Council will vote on whether or not to accept a $375,000 grant to establish a Family Resource Center at its upcoming meeting. The measure will be voted on as part of a multi-item …
FATAL COLLISION

Corvette crashes into motorcycle on US 60, Mesa man dies

A late-night crash along the US 60 in Mesa left a 46-year-old Mesa man dead, and speeding appears to be a factor, authorities said. The collision occurred about 11 p.m. March 12 when an …
Neighbors

Thunderbirds Charities awards $20K to House of Refuge adopt-a-home program

Thunderbirds Charities has once again “adopted” one of the 88 two-bedroom single-family homes utilized by the House of Refuge transitional housing program in Mesa. The grant will …
Things to do

Help create an art installation for Mesa City Hall

Mesa residents will be able to collaborate in creating an art installation for the new City Hall with Art in the Park, an interactive free event that brings art, crafts and music to neighborhoods. …

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OPINION
A tough aspect of moving into a new kitchen is learning how to maximize the storage space. It requires a lot of planning to store the plethora of pots, pans, cutting boards, cleaning supplies and …
As we find ourselves in the midst of the cold and flu season, strengthening our immune system becomes paramount in maintaining optimal health and well-being for the entire family. While practicing …
On Jan. 12, Gov. Hobbs released her Fiscal Year 2024-2025 Executive Budget proposal. While we recognize the state is facing a budgetary shortfall this year, we didn’t expect to see a proposed …
ENTERTAINMENT & THINGS TO DO
Last supper scene.

‘Jesus the Christ’ musical production in Mesa

This Easter season, Mesa will once again be home to the state-of-the-art theatrical production of “Jesus the Christ,” an outdoor musical dramatization. “Through music, dance, …
The cast of “13” includes seven performers from Mesa: Owen Aspinall, 16, as Archie; Sophie Aspinall, 13, as Sarah; Emma Coxon, 15, as Cassie; Abigail Drake, 13, as Cassie; Scarlette Nuno, 14, as Molly; Colin Quintana, 15, as Brett/Archie; and Savannah Springer, 14, as Patrice.

Mesa performers in ‘Diary of a Wimpy Kid the Musical,’ ‘13: The Musical’

Limelight Performing Arts in Gilbert will bring middle school trials and triumphs to the stage with two musicals that get right to the heart of what it means to grow up. The youth theater …
A pot by Hector Gallegos.

‘Magic of Mexican Artistry’ at Superstition Mountain Museum March 8-10

The Superstition Mountain Museum, 4087 E. Apache Trail (State Route 88) in Apache Junction, presents a celebration of fine art from Mexico at a free three-day event 9 a.m.-4 p.m. March 8-10. The …
A tractor at the 2008 Arizona Early Day Gas Engine and Tractor Association show in Apache Junction.

Antique tractors, engines in Apache Junction Saturday

The Arizona Early Day Gas Engine and Tractor Association’s annual tractor show is March 9 in Apache Junction. It is 9 a.m.- 4 p.m. at the Apache Junction Rodeo Grounds, 1590 E. Lost …

Summer art camp registration opens in Mesa

The Mesa Arts Center opened registration at noon March 1 for youth and teen summer camps where participants can learn about blacksmithing, ceramics, printmaking and more. Arts camps will vary …
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