Good morning, Mesa.

A Maricopa father demanded answers after his 2-year-old son broke his femur during outdoor play at Children’s Learning Adventure on Mar.

23 — emergency crews treated the boy, who spent two nights in the hospital, and he removed his children from the daycare while exploring legal action.

Mesa's Office of Economic Development will host AZ Tech Week Mesa on Monday, April 6 and Tuesday, April 7 at The Post and Mesa Business Builder at The Studios, featuring sessions on AI, aviation, cybersecurity and sustainable business growth for local entrepreneurs and investors.

Arizona drivers face gas prices over $4.50 per gallon as politicians propose measures like tax refunds & suspending the gas tax, but no plan has been approved yet.

As a result, drivers continue paying higher prices at the pump.

Mesa Community College is accepting online applications through June 22 for the Mesa College Promise program for the 2026-27 academic year.

The program covers two years of tuition and fees for eligible Mesa residents and reflects a partnership among the college, city officials and local businesses.

A permit approved Wednesday allows Skybridge Harmony Homes to open its transitional community residence near the northwest corner of Signal Butte and Williams Field roads in Mesa.

The facility is set to offer a supervised environment for behavioral health care to up to 10 adults.

A report from the Arizona Governor's Office of Resiliency states that advanced geothermal energy may help state utilities meet rising power demands from tech companies and a growing population.

The report — which offers over 30 policy recommendations — could guide future energy policies statewide.

The Arizona Department of Transportation advised drivers to avoid the northbound Loop 101 ramps from Price to Superstition Freeways this weekend and use Baseline, Dobson or McClintock for US Highway 60 access.

Officials urged extra caution when merging + on holiday traffic.

The Arizona Diamondbacks swept the Detroit Tigers 1-0 on Wednesday as Zac Gallen kept the opposition at bay (using 88 pitches in six innings) while Corbin Carroll homered for the lone run.

The win completed a three-game series sweep for the D-backs.

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.

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.

Hadestown

Times Vary — Ikeda Theater — Tickets start at $62 — Experience the award-winning musical that intertwines love stories from myth with captivating songs.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

The Ramsey Show LIVE

7:00 p.m. — Piper Repertory Theater — $50 General Admission, $160.50 VIP — Experience a dynamic night with live interaction and an energizing Debt-Free Scream finale.