Mesa
Today
Thursday, January 8th, 2026
Good morning, Mesa. Here's your local news at a glance for Thursday, the 8th of January.
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Mesa Arts Center Foundation will host a gala on Feb. 28 at 5:30 p.m. at Mesa Arts Center, 1 E. Main St., featuring Priscilla Presley who will share her story with Elvis. Ticket packages include VIP dining, exclusive auctions and a Q&A session to support local arts. Mesa Independent
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Grand Canyon University announced Wednesday that its tuition freeze will continue on its Phoenix campus through 2026-27, keeping the rate at $16,500 before aid while more than 92% of students qualify for scholarships. 12 News
- ➤ Local K-12 students are invited by the Mesa Historic Preservation Board to join the Historical Essay and Visual Arts Contest themed 'Mesa Through Time: Honoring Our Past, Inspiring Our Future' (registration is open until March 24), with winners celebrated on May 2 at The Post. Mesa Now
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Houston-based Avelo Airlines announced it will end operations from Mesa Gateway Airport on Jan. 27 due to high operational costs for its Department of Homeland Security charter flights — the airline used three Boeing 737-800s for the service. KJZZ
REAL ESTATE NEWS
- ➤ Vestar and Pacific Proving LLC plan a multibillion-dollar, 200-acre mixed-use project in southeast Mesa later in 2026, while the Fiesta Mall site in Palo District will be redeveloped with a women’s health campus at its center. Mesa Independent
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ World's No. 1 golfer Scottie Scheffler, coming off six wins in 2025, will play at the WM Phoenix Open Feb. 2-8 at TPC Scottsdale; he won the event in 2022 and 2023. 12 News
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Josh Bierman Live Performance
4-8 p.m. — Pedal Haus Biergarten — Check venue for details — Experience the soulful sounds of AZ native singer-songwriter Josh Bierman and his dynamic band.
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Arizona Balloon Classic
4-9 p.m. — Wild Horse Pass Stadium — Entrance fees may apply — Experience stunning hot air balloon displays and delicious food at this family-friendly event.
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Copper State Beer Festival
11 a.m. – 5 p.m. — Riverview Park — Tickets required — Celebrate craft beverages and food with 100+ vendors and lively activities.
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Mesa Business Networking Chapter
11:30 a.m. – 12:30 p.m. — The HUB Grill and Bar — Guests can attend up to two times for a fee — A structured networking event focused on fostering real relationships among local professionals.
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Big Patio Party with Live Music
4-7 p.m. — Pedal Haus Biergarten — Free entry — Enjoy indie pop tunes from People Who Could Fly while relaxing on a spacious patio.
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January 2026 Winter Event
All Day — Bell Bank Park — Competitive event — Top teams compete in a high-level national environment during winter.
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Mesa Arizona Business Networking
11:30 a.m. — The HUB Grill and Bar — $25 drop-in fee after two visits — Engage with local entrepreneurs in a relationship-driven networking chapter.
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Big Patio Party with The Hourglass Cats
4-7 p.m. — Pedal Haus Brewery — Free entry — Enjoy live music while sipping on craft brews in a spacious outdoor setting.
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