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Mesa Community College on Thursday hosts ‘The Future of Fashion’

Mesa Community College invites the community to “The Future of Fashion” at 6 p.m. April 25 in the Navajo Room on the Southern and Dobson Campus, 1833 W. Southern Ave. in Mesa. Free …
911 CONTRACT

Mesa council approves 27-month contract to replace 911 system for Mesa police, fire

The Mesa police and fire departments will see their 911 systems replaced in the near future. During an April 15 meeting, the Mesa City Council voted 6-0 (with councilmember Scott Somers absent) …
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At CenterWell Senior Primary Care in Phoenix, It's About Time

"Julia is the best provider I've ever had. She's really taking great care of me, and I hope to have her until the end of my time." - CenterWell Sun City patient "This was an incredible …
Opinion

Fischbeck: Keeping your home safe on a budget

Security concerns are always at the top of mind for homeowners. Whether you are wanting to protect your packages from porch pirates or protecting your family from intruders you can install a security …
POLICE

Woman arrested as suspect in assault of Mesa school bus driver

A 27-year-old woman has been arrested and charged with assaulting a school bus driver last week in Mesa, police said. Hermenegilda Marquez faces one count of aggravated assault on a school …
Animal shelter

New Maricopa County Animal Care & Control shelter to open May 2 in Mesa

Maricopa County Animal Care & Control will open a new 84,000 square-foot East Valley Animal Care Center to the public on May 2 in Mesa. The shelter at 1920 S. Lewis has 346 kennels and 21 …
Neighbors

Mesa leadership class to reveal project April 18 at Oakwood Creative Care

A ribbon-cutting ceremony will be held in April to unveil the results of the Oakwood Revitalization Project led by the Mesa Leadership Class of 2024. The transformation project has brought new …
BEAT THE HEAT

Mesa summer pool passes are now on sale

Mesa’s summer pool season doesn’t begin until May 25, but residents can buy pool passes for a discounted price right now, according to the city. The passes will provide unlimited …
ROAD CONSTRUCTION

Mesa Council approves $4.95M contract for expansion of roadways near Gateway Airport

The Mesa City Council recently voted to approve a contract that would fund the expansion of roadways near the Phoenix-Mesa Gateway Airport. The contract was approved April 15 as part of a …
First responders

4 robberies reported in Mesa

The Mesa Police Department took the following reports of robberies of individuals March 26-April 1: Robbery of an individual at a highway/road/alley/sidewalk March 27 in the 9000 block of …
Roads

Restrictions at Superstition Freeway, Greenfield Road start today

The Arizona Department of Transportation advises drivers to plan for lane and ramp restrictions in Mesa from 12:01 a.m. Wednesday, April 17, to 11:59 p.m. Friday, Aug. 16 for a Mesa waterline …
opinion

Van Luven: May flowers bring sinus powers

It’s that time of year again where your sinuses may realize everything is in bloom. Allergies are the body’s reaction to a foreign protein it sees as an enemy. The result is your …
Things to do

Mesa celebrates Mother Earth with April programs, events

Mesa is commemorating Earth Month by hosting various events throughout April. “Earth Month is the perfect time to showcase Mesa’s commitment to protect and conserve our natural …
Electric Vehicle Fleet Day

Mesa event showcases eco-friendly future for transportation sector

The city of Mesa recently hosted an event at the convention center that showcased the future of electric vehicles in the city. Arizona EV Fleet Day, as it was called, was an April 3 showcase and …
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Human rights activist John Bul Dau to speak at MCC’s Evening Lecture Wednesday

As part of its Evening Lecture series, the Mesa Community College Psychology Department presents a lecture in April by John Bul Dau, one of the Lost Boys of Sudan. It is 7 p.m. April 17 in the …
MESA MUSIC

Mesa Music Festival returns to downtown this week

Heads up, music lovers, the Mesa Music Festival is returning to downtown April 18-20 featuring more than 250 performances — all for free. The event, presented by Visit Mesa and Amazon, …

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OPINION
It is absolutely ridiculous that protesters feel they have the right to get in traffic and block people from getting to work, to stop emergency vehicles from possibly saving someone’s life or getting to someone to assist them.
As the cool weather subsides and the sun starts beating down homeowners must not overlook the important aspects of their plumbing system to make sure they handle the intense weather changes. From …
Transforming your backyard into a desert oasis doesn’t have to cost you thousands of dollars. By strategically planning and using a bit of imagination, you can design the backyard of your …
ENTERTAINMENT & THINGS TO DO
Camps, which are open to youth and teens between the ages of 5 and 18, will be held from 7 a.m. to 6 p.m. on weekdays between late May and early August.

Registration open for Boys & Girls Clubs of the Valley summer camps

Registration is open for Boys & Girls Clubs of the Valley’s summer camp programs designed to help working parents while ensuring that thousands of youth have a summer of exploration. …
Earth Month is celebrated throughout April to increase awareness about environmental sustainability and Earth Day. The first Earth Day was celebrated on April 22, 1970, to showcase the many ways we can protect and care for our planet.

Mesa celebrates Mother Earth with April programs, events

Mesa is commemorating Earth Month by hosting various events throughout April. “Earth Month is the perfect time to showcase Mesa’s commitment to protect and conserve our natural …
John Bul Dau

Human rights activist John Bul Dau to speak at MCC’s Evening Lecture in April

As part of its Evening Lecture series, the Mesa Community College Psychology Department presents a lecture in April by John Bul Dau, one of the Lost Boys of Sudan. It is 7 p.m. April 17 in the …

Mesa Community College hosts ‘The Future of Fashion’ in April

Mesa Community College invites the community to “The Future of Fashion” at 6 p.m. April 25 in the Navajo Room on the Southern and Dobson Campus, 1833 W. Southern Ave. in Mesa. Free …
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 …
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