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Wednesday, April 16th, 2025
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Good morning, Mesa. Here's your local news at a glance for Wednesday, the 16th of April.
ECONOMY NEWS
- ➤ On April 3, regulators opened a docket to examine how secret utility contracts may be causing homeowners to pay 7.4% more per kWh as data centers see a smaller 3% rise, and researchers urge ending such confidential deals—calling for clear, transparent pricing. APS spokeswoman Ann Porter noted that while rates remain as approved on tariff sheets, stakeholders continue to press for reforms to ensure fair cost-sharing. 12 News
- ➤ The U.S. Department of Commerce said a new 21% tariff on Mexican tomatoes will start in July to help U.S. farmers compete — studies show the fee may cause over $3 billion in losses and cost many jobs in Arizona, especially in Nogales. KJZZ
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Last week, the Mesa Planning and Zoning Board unanimously recommended that Council approve Elliot Barkan Development’s request to rezone 3.5 vacant acres at the corner of Sossaman Road and Main Street for 45 townhomes in east Mesa. Residents in the nearby age-restricted Mesa East community oppose the plan—saying it could bring extra traffic and changes that may hurt their quiet neighborhood—while the Council has not set a hearing date. The Mesa Tribune
- ➤ French Toast Cafe is seeking a new series 12 restaurant liquor license after Mesa City Council voted 6-0 on April 7 to recommend its approval as part of a consent agenda & further reviews will follow. Mesa Independent
- ➤ Mesa City Council received an update yesterday on its new Public Safety Support Department—Assistant City Manager Scott Butler presented details on the department’s development. Mesa Independent
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Sunday Funday Big Patio Party
2-5 p.m. — Pedal Haus Biergarten — Free entry — Enjoy live music from Rhythm City Express in a spacious brewery setting.
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Cactus Man Triathlon
6:30 a.m. - 1:00 p.m. — Tempe Beach Park — Registration fees applicable — Experience a day of athletic challenge and community spirit at this vibrant triathlon event.
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Sturgill Simpson Concert
12-3 p.m. — Mesa Amphitheatre — Tickets starting at $160 — Catch Sturgill Simpson live in Mesa for an unforgettable musical experience.
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One-Day Fascia Release Workshop
9 a.m.-4 p.m. — Eagles Community Center — No certification required — Explore hands-on techniques for fascia healing with expert Maria Alfieris.
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Knights of the Abyss Live Show
6-10 p.m. — Nile Theater — Ticket prices vary — Experience the heavy sounds of Knights of the Abyss, a local deathcore band from Glendale.
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CCN's Run to Fight Children's Cancer
6-7:30 a.m. — Riverview Park — Registration fee applies — Celebrate survivorship and honor those affected by childhood cancer at this community run.
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Sunday Evening Recital by Miramar Ward Young Women
6:30-7:00 p.m. — Mesa Arizona Temple Visitors' Center — Free admission — Enjoy a variety of gospel-centered music performances by talented young women including piano, strings, vocals, and harp.
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Parkinson’s Support Group (Mesa)
1:30-3:30 p.m. — Red Mountain Recreation Center — Free entry — Connect and share experiences in a supportive environment for Parkinson's patients and their care partners.
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Mesa Networking Event
10:30-11:30 a.m. — The Summit at Sunland Springs Assisted Living — $25 drop-in fee — Connect with local entrepreneurs and business owners in a heart-centered community.
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Enemies & Lovers: A Fantasy Book Event
12 PM – 11 PM — Mesa Convention Center — Ticketed event — Celebrate the enchanting world of fantasy tropes and meet authors at this immersive themed weekend.
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