Good morning, Mesa.

A new Quick Quack Car Wash facility is set to be built at 4655 E.

McKellips Road with capacity for 155 cars per hour, including a 3,592 sqft building with 24 vacuum stalls; the Mesa Design Review Board will discuss the design (including landscaping) today at City Hall at 4:30 p.m.

Author Len Necefer released a near-term science fiction piece that blends real data on drought and reduced water flows with a creative narrative to illustrate possible water challenges and spark conversation on long-term climate and policy changes — his work stresses that future outcomes are not set in stone.

According to DoorDash’s quarterly State of Local Commerce update, Mesa ranks No. 4 among cities with the lowest restaurant price inflation at 2.4% & below the national average of 3.2%.

This data highlights the area's competitive dining market.

Americans are tightening their belts as prices rise, and a BestMoney study finds 83% now consider themselves frugal; experts advise using store brands, coupons, and cash-back apps to ease spending, a tip that may help Mesa shoppers manage daily budgets (Christina Roman of Experian stressed budgeting as key).

A 4,920-sqft expansion for an industrial warehouse and office building is planned for 7307 S.

89th Place in the Gateway Airport Commerce Park area — the Mesa Design Review Board will vote on its landscaping and look today at 4:30 p.m. at City Hall, 20 E. Main St.

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.

Mesa Arizona Business Networking

11:30 a.m. – 12:30 p.m. — The HUB Grill and Bar — $25 drop-in fee — Build reliable referral relationships in a structured networking chapter focused on trust and follow-through.

Ashes Remain Live Performance

6-9 p.m. — The Rosetta Room — Cost info not provided — Experience an electrifying evening with Ashes Remain's blend of modern rock and thoughtful songwriting.

Millennial Choirs and Orchestras - America 250

8-11 p.m. — Ikeda Theater — Ticket prices may vary — Experience a captivating musical celebration of American music and culture.

Breakaway Arizona Festival - Day 2

10 AM – 4 PM — Sloan Park — Tickets required — Experience two days of music and fun at Arizona's vibrant festival.