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Wednesday, January 14th, 2026
Good morning, Mesa. Here's your local news at a glance for Wednesday, the 14th of January.
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ At a Jan. 8 study session, Mesa Public Schools officials warned that enrollment could drop from 48,700 (in the 2025-26 school year) to under 40,000 by the 2035-36 school year, and they discussed plans to boost enrollment amid a shrinking school-age population. Mesa Independent
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ On Jan. 7, the Mesa Board of Adjustment approved a comprehensive sign plan for Medina Station at the southeast corner of Southern Avenue and Signal Butte Road. The 46-acre site will feature about 302,000 sqft of commercial space + a 148,000 sqft Target store under limited commercial zoning. Mesa Independent
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ Mesa Community College dental hygiene students will offer free oral health screenings on Saturday, Jan. 31, at the Arizona School of Dentistry and Oral Health (5855 E. Still Circle). Call 480-248-8195 for appointments at 9 a.m., 11 a.m. and 1 p.m. as slots are first-come, first-served. Mesa Independent
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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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Mesa Arizona Business Networking
11:30 a.m. — The HUB Grill and Bar — $25 drop-in fee after two visits — Connect with local entrepreneurs and business owners in a structured networking chapter.
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Page & Paige: An Evening of Song & Story
8:00-9:30 p.m. — Mesa Arts Center — $97.50 — Experience an intimate evening of unforgettable songs with Patrick Page and Paige Davis.
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