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SRP donates hybrid car to Mesa Community College for auto program

Salt River Project recently donated a 2017 Ford Fusion electric vehicle to Mesa Community College for the School’s Automotive Services Program. The $15,000 donation from the local utility …
Things to do

Pinal County Parks & Trails hosting dark sky guided hike Friday

International Dark Skies week may be over, but the dark sky adventures continue. With the success of the first hike during Dark Skies Week, Pinal County Parks & Trails will host a dark sky guided …
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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 …
Things to do

Proceeds from Friday bingo fundraiser to benefit My Hope Bag

Bingo for Boobies, a fundraiser for the nonprofit organization My Hope Bag, will be April 26 at Hilton Garden Inn, 7290 S. Price Road in Tempe. The first session will be 4 to 6 p.m. and the …
Things to do

Mesa Community College hosts ‘The Future of Fashion’ Saturday

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 …
Things to do

Salt River Tubing open seven days a week beginning April 27

Salt River Tubing is open on the Lower Salt River seven days a week Saturday, April 27, through Monday, Sept. 2, weather and water-flow conditions permitting. Note: Beginning Friday, Sept. 6, it …
911

Mesa police investigate Sunday morning homicide

An investigation is underway in Mesa after a man’s body was found early Sunday morning with an apparent gunshot would, police said. Police received a 911 call about 1 a.m. April 21 and …
POLICE

Body found in canal; Mesa, Gilbert police investigate

A man’s body was found floating in a canal Saturday morning, and authorities are investigating the case as a “suspicious death.” The Gilbert Police Department received a call …
Open House

CenterWell celebrates new location

CenterWell Senior Primary Care across the Valley held an open house April 17 for seniors to tour the facility and meet the doctors, nurse practitioners and staff. The national company opened its …
opinion

Jackson: Benefits of physical therapy when overcoming opioid abuse

In the journey to overcoming opioid abuse, many treatment facilities often prioritize addressing the mental aspects of addiction. However, incorporating physical therapy proves to be an invaluable …
LEARNING CENTER

AT&T, A New Leaf team up to bridge digital divide in Mesa

According to Digital Bridge K-12, around 200,000 K-12 students in Arizona don’t have computer or internet access at home. According to the National Telecommunications and Information …
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 …
PARKS AND REC

Mesa council approves dollar increase to contract for parks, recreation and more for tree removal

The Mesa Parks, Recreation and Community Facilities and Energy Resources Department will see a $110,000 increase in the annual dollar limit of its tree pruning and removing contract, thanks to the …
Crime

Man accused in San Tan Valley shooting arrested in Mesa

The Pinal County Sheriff’s Office has arrested a man in Mesa in connection with a non-fatal shooting in San Tan Valley. At around 1:10 a.m., March 29, PCSO was called to a home off Gantzel …
Things to do

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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OPINION
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 …
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 …
ENTERTAINMENT & THINGS TO DO
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 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 …
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 …
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