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Tuesday, April 22nd, 2025
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Good morning, Mesa. Here's your local news at a glance for Tuesday, the 22nd of April.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Today, Mesa unveiled new banners on Main Street downtown to honor its volunteers during National Volunteer Week (with displays running throughout the week) and awarded Joanne and Paul Brenner with the JustServe Hero Award (for their service with Mesa Fire and Medical). Mesa Now
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ The Mesa City Council will vote on a rezoning proposal at its upcoming meeting to allow a new single-residence property development located about 1,100 feet south of the southeast area — the decision will determine if the project moves forward. Mesa Independent
- ➤ Maricopa County Sheriff’s Office is considering wearable technology in its jails to track high-risk inmates and help prevent overdose deaths. MCSO officials will begin a county procurement process with requests for proposals — the decision on device vendors is still pending. KJZZ
- ➤ Last year, Mesa Fire and Medical Department responded to 72,135 calls and is now proposing a $162 million budget—about 6.7% higher than before—to keep fire trucks and ambulances running in the fiscal year starting in July. The department will boost ambulance funding to $22.5 million, expand cancer screening for workforce wellness, and cut expenses by $3 million over three years through staffing adjustments and other measures. The Mesa Tribune
- ➤ Arizona police agencies are hiring more recruits thanks to a relaxed rule that cuts the required marijuana-free period to six months—agencies have been using petitions to hire individuals for about a year and expect additional hires when the rule officially takes effect in September. The board director said the change has expanded the pool of qualified applicants. KJZZ
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ Throughout May, Red, White & Brew at 6740 E. McDowell Road No. 102 in Mesa and 200 E. Gurley St. in Prescott will host a Dine & Donate event to support children's mental health during Children’s Mental Health Awareness Month, donating $2 from each dish and $1 from each pint to Mentally Ill Kids in Distress—an Arizona nonprofit focused on family-centered behavioral health support. Mesa Independent
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SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Former Perry High School boys basketball coach Sam Duane Jr. left his position last week to become the Mesa Public Schools District compliance and character coach—his eight state championships and historic four-peats marked a long, successful career. He will now mentor other coaches on leadership and integrity as he transitions from the court. 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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