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Sunday, April 19th, 2026

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Good morning, Mesa. Here's your local news at a glance for Sunday, the 19th of April.

COMMUNITY NEWS

  • Michael Hughes, the longtime leader of nonprofit A New Leaf in Mesa, will retire June 30 after 50 years of housing, feeding and clothing those in need — he was honored by U.S. Rep. Greg Stanton at the annual gala.  The Mesa Tribune

ECONOMY NEWS

  • Gas prices in the Valley fell 13 cents to $4.76 a gallon on Friday, AAA Arizona reported. The lowest prices in Mesa were found at Costco (1444 S. Sossaman Road) for $4.19 and at two other stations for $4.39, according to gasbuddy.com.  Mesa Independent

EVENTS

SUBMIT EVENT
  • 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.

    Tue, 4/21/26

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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 — Build reliable referral relationships in a structured networking chapter focused on trust and follow-through.

    Wed, 4/22/26

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  • 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.

    Thu, 4/23/26

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  • 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.

    Fri, 4/24/26

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  • 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.

    Sat, 4/25/26

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  • Blippi Live Tour

    2-5 p.m. — Arizona Financial Theatre — Varies by seating — Experience the unforgettable production of Blippi Live for the whole family.

    Sun, 4/26/26

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  • Tommy Emmanuel CGP: Living In The Light Tour 2026

    7-9 p.m. — Ikeda Theater — Ticketed event — Experience the musical journey of Tommy Emmanuel, a master guitarist and entertainer.

    Wed, 4/29/26

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  • Bingo Night

    5:30-8:30 p.m. — Encore at Eastmark HOA & Clubhouse — Free entry — Enjoy a fun-filled evening of bingo with the community.

    Thu, 4/30/26

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  • Three Bad Jacks Live in Mesa

    6-9 p.m. — The Rosetta Room — Cost info unavailable — Enjoy a thrilling night of rockabilly mayhem with Elvis and Three Bad Jacks.

    Sat, 5/2/26

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  • Arizona Author Book Festival

    10 AM - 3 PM — Warehouse215 — Free entry — Enjoy a day of author talks, giveaways, and book signings for all ages.

    Sun, 5/3/26

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REAL ESTATE

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ANNOUNCEMENTS

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TODAY'S FOOD FOR THOUGHT

In matters of style, swim with the current; in matters of principle, stand like a rock.

~ Thomas Jefferson

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