Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 6th of February.
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🏛️ Government
Gov. Hobbs’ proposed budget would raise the sports betting tax rate for large online operators to 45% — adding $150 million by affecting four major sportsbooks.
Lawmakers must give a supermajority vote to pass the measure as experts say it could grow state revenue from online bets.
📰 Lifestyle
Former pro boxer Junior Earl 'Sweetness' Butler began his second month of Boxercise workouts at Ciel Bella Vista Senior Living (1825 W.
Emelita Ave) in Mesa. Officials say residents enjoy his classes that boost both body and mind, with sessions scheduled every other week for the year.
📰 Real Estate
DSV Global Transport and Logistics broke ground last month on a 950,000 sqft regional headquarters at 9560 E.
Pecos Road, set to employ 160 people and support local logistics. Data center expansions in east Mesa, including Google and NYT projects, continue to drive industrial growth.
🏈 Sports
Larry Fitzgerald was inducted into the Pro Football Hall of Fame as a first-ballot inductee on Thursday during Super Bowl week in San Francisco.
The Cardinals legend finished his career with 1,432 receptions and 17,492 receiving yards (second in NFL history behind Jerry Rice).
🎉 Mesa Events
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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.
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.
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.
Big Patio Party with Live Music by Tyler Nielson
4-7 p.m. — Pedal Haus Brewery — Free entry — Enjoy a vibrant atmosphere with live music featuring guitar and vocal covers across multiple genres.
Family Lunar New Year Celebration
11:30 a.m. - 1:00 p.m. — Chandler Fashion Center — Free entry — Celebrate the year of the Horse with traditional performances, crafts, and fun activities for the whole family.
Moment of Truth Concert
6:30-11 p.m. — The Rosetta Room — $25 — Enjoy a night of live music featuring Outta Pocket, Moment of Truth, Sin Against Sin, and War Prison.
Mesa Arizona Business Networking Event
11:30 a.m. – 12:30 p.m. — The HUB Grill and Bar — $25 drop-in fee after two visits — Engage with local entrepreneurs and build meaningful business relationships in your community.
David Ramirez Concert
7-10 p.m. — The Rosetta Room — Tickets available — Enjoy an evening of soulful melodies with David Ramirez.
Vitamin String Quartet Live Concert
7-10 p.m. — Ikeda Theater — Starts at $52.50 — Experience spellbinding string renditions of hits from Taylor Swift to Daft Punk by the popular Vitamin String Quartet.
Big Patio Party with Casey Ryan
4-7 p.m. — Pedal Haus Brewery — Free entry — Enjoy live music from acclaimed singer-songwriter Casey Ryan while savoring craft brews in a spacious patio setting.
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