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Wednesday, April 1st, 2026
Good morning, Mesa. Here's your local news at a glance for Wednesday, the 1st of April.
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Students from Kerr Agriscience Center in Mesa work with goats, turkeys + chickens in a livestock barn during free periods to gain hands-on skills for future careers, and the school recently earned an A+ rating for its high test scores. ABC15 Arizona
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ The Mesa Board of Adjustment will discuss a permit request for a Skybridge Harmony Homes transitional community residence near Signal Butte and Williams Field roads today — the board holds a study session at 4:30 p.m. and a meeting at 5:30 p.m. at City Hall, 20 E. Main St. Mesa Independent
- ➤ The Nox music venue seeks a sign permit for nine signs—two detached at 97 sqft and seven attached at 834 sqft—at its site west of East Ray Road and East Seaver Avenue. The Mesa Board of Adjustment will review the request today at City Hall, 20 E. Main St. Mesa Independent
REAL ESTATE NEWS
- ➤ The Planning and Zoning Board unanimously approved three new residential projects in southeast Mesa that added nearly 600 housing units, including Liv at Eastmark near Ellsworth and Ray, Haven at Destination on Meridian and Route 24, and Haven at Hawes featuring housing and community amenities. The Mesa Tribune
- ➤ Dream Finder Homes has launched Canyon Point Village with 38 home sites near Gilbert and McKellip roads in central Mesa. The development offers four two-story floor plans from 1,684 to 2,310 sqft starting in the mid-$500,000s and includes a park and dog run for families. The Arizona Republic
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ The Cactus League spring training season saw 1,753,849 fans attend 237 games in 2026, with an average of 53,147 daily and a record 39,521 on Feb. 20 — drawing crowds to Maricopa County venues where 15 MLB teams train. 12 News
- ➤ Local running coach Sarah June set a record by completing a 247-mile Maricopa Trail loop in 84 hours and 17 minutes (fastest known time for women) when she started at 7 a.m. March 9 at Pima Canyon Trailhead and finished at 7:30 p.m. March 12 in the Phoenix metro area. 12 News
- ➤ The Arizona Diamondbacks said new ribbon boards at Chase Field are causing partial view obstructions for some ticket holders and press box staff, so the team will relocate affected fans and crew to better spots before Monday night’s home opener (a measure to improve the game experience). KJZZ
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Into the Woods
7:30 p.m. — MCC Performing Arts Center — Ticket cost varies — Experience the magical journey of wishes and consequences in this enchanting musical by Sondheim.
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Hail the Sun Concert
6-8 p.m. — Nile Theater — Cost varies — Experience the progression of post-hardcore music with Hail The Sun in a vibrant live show.
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Chris Conley Live Performance
6:30-9:30 p.m. — The Nile Coffee Shop — Cost info not provided — Enjoy an evening with the New Jersey sextet who have charted over three million sales worldwide since their reformation.
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Hadestown
Times Vary — Ikeda Theater — Tickets start at $62 — Experience the award-winning musical that intertwines love stories from myth with captivating songs.
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He Is Legend
6-9 p.m. — The Rosetta Room — Tickets from $40 — Enjoy an unforgettable live performance by He Is Legend in Mesa, AZ.
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Mesa Arizona Business Networking
11:30 a.m. – 12:30 p.m. — The HUB Grill and Bar — $25 drop-in fee after two visits — Join a structured networking group focused on building reliable referral relationships.
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Black Violin's Full Circle Tour
12:30-10 p.m. — Ikeda Theater — Tickets start at $52 — Experience a transformative performance blending classical and hip-hop music reflecting on personal journeys.
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D.R.I. Concert
6-9 p.m. — Nile Theater — Ticket prices may vary — Enjoy an electrifying night with D.R.I. at Nile Theater.
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Live Music with Pretty Slick
5-7 p.m. — Encore at Eastmark HOA & Clubhouse — $5 entry — Enjoy the sounds of Pretty Slick on the event lawn.
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Salt River Brass: Inspiration Concert
3-6 p.m. — Ikeda Theater — $14.75 - $34.50 — Celebrate youth and music with performances from the Salt River Brass and special guests including the U.S. Army Brass Quintet.
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