Mesa
Today
Friday, March 13th, 2026
Good morning, Mesa. Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 13th of March.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Communications Supervisor Kim Powell at Maricopa County Animal Care and Control has refreshed shelter marketing by promoting TV adoption events and managing public relations to help find homes for rescued animals. Powell said her new method replaces sad messaging with warmer campaigns (to better connect with the community). Mesa Independent
- ➤ Chicanos por La Causa has been awarded a grant (from the National Council on Aging) to help seniors enroll in Medicaid and SNAP programs amid rising living costs. The group uses trained navigators to assist fixed-income older adults with limited digital access in Mesa. KJZZ
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ A new scholarship called Guarantee Your Future with Freeport will support students, including Mesa residents, with full tuition, books, and living expenses to secure high-tech mining jobs. The program will award 30 scholarships statewide with mentorship and hands-on training, and the application deadline is Sunday, Mar. 15. 12 News
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ The Arizona Department of Transportation launched a new digital ID app that lets residents store their state-issued identification on their smartphones and verify it at bars, retailers, and the airport. The free app will soon offer vehicle registration alerts (drivers must still carry a physical license). KJZZ
- ➤ On March 10, the Mesa Design Review Board unanimously approved design modifications for a 13,673 sqft industrial development at Gateway Airport Commerce Park near East Pecos Road and South 89th Place in Mesa—with updated plans that rethink the building footprint and main drive aisle. Mesa Independent
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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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Varials Live Performance
6-9 p.m. — Nile Theater — Tickets from $66 — Varials brings an unforgettable night of music to Mesa, AZ.
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