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Wednesday, March 11th, 2026
Good morning, Mesa. Here's your local news at a glance for Wednesday, the 11th of March.
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ The first SkyFire Environmental Film Festival will launch this month in Mesa, Phoenix, and Tempe, showing 100 films on climate action and sustainability. The three-day event runs from Friday, Mar. 27 to Sunday, Mar. 29 (tickets are available online) and will engage local audiences. Mesa Independent
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ ASU management professor Don Lange and his colleague (from the University of Passau) are analyzing how AI systems can make business knowledge fade if companies do not keep the models updated, warning that outdated systems may lead to organizational forgetting. KJZZ
- ➤ Today, Higley High School’s DECA program (a student organization) hosted a keynote featuring CEO Edward Beltran on the Winning Mindset as a hands-on marketing event to raise funds for upcoming competitions and engage local professionals. East Valley Tribune
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ State Senate officials approved a bill to lift the 55-bed cap at the Arizona State Hospital for Maricopa County to boost psychiatric treatment capacity & allow transfers from crowded facilities. The bill will face a House committee next week while extra funding is needed to hire required staff. KJZZ
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ During spring training on Tuesday, the Diamondbacks acknowledged that facing the two-time defending champion Dodgers is a major challenge. The team will play 13 NL West games and owner Ken Kendrick said their strong roster is built to compete — manager Torey Lovullo stressed the need for better preparation. 12 News
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Tasty Nights Street Food Festival
2-10 p.m. — Arizona Athletic Grounds — Online tickets required — Savor street food and desserts while enjoying live music and a vibrant market atmosphere.
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Big Patio Party with Live Music by Casey Ryan
4-7 p.m. — Pedal Haus Brewery — Free entry — Enjoy a vibrant live music experience with Casey Ryan in a spacious brewery setting.
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Steam Powered Giraffe Concert
7-9 p.m. — Piper Repertory Theater — $51-$111.50 — Experience the whimsical robot band Steam Powered Giraffe in a unique performance featuring music, comedy, and dance.
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Meet John Daly - Professional Golfer
5-7:30 p.m. — Total Wine & More — Check local listings for costs — Get autographs and meet the legendary golfer John Daly at this exciting signing event.
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Lúnasa Concert
7:30-9:00 p.m. — Piper Repertory Theater — Starts at $58 — Celebrate the enchanting sounds of Lúnasa, the trailblazers of contemporary Irish music.
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Mesa Arizona Business Networking Event
11:30 a.m. — The HUB Grill and Bar — Guest fee required after two visits — Build genuine relationships with local business professionals over lunch.
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The Black Jacket Symphony Performs Led Zeppelin's 'Houses of the Holy'
7:30-10:30 p.m. — Ikeda Theater — Starts at $34 — Experience the iconic album performed live note for note in a full rock-and-roll spectacle.
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HeatSync Labs: Young Makers Workshop
6-10 p.m. — HeatSync Labs — Free entry — A hands-on workshop for kids and parents to explore their creativity and bring ideas to life.
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Big Patio Party with Live Music by The Hourglass Cats
4-7 p.m. — Pedal Haus Brewery — Free entry — Enjoy live music in a spacious brewery atmosphere in downtown Mesa.
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Gen X Comedy Takeover Tour
7:30 p.m. — Ikeda Theater — Tickets start at $56.50 — Celebrate nostalgia with vibrant voices of iconic creators in a night of humor and authenticity.
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