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Wednesday, April 30th, 2025
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Good morning, Mesa. Here's your local news at a glance for Wednesday, the 30th of April.
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Artist Jen Urso said the blooming yellow palo verde trees signal spring’s arrival and show the natural beauty of the Valley. She explained that the fallen blossoms help enrich the soil—highlighting the desert’s unique cycle. KJZZ
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Dozer's Grill—a pool hall with a bar—requested a new series 6 bar license and the Mesa City Council voted unanimously on April 21, recommending its approval as part of a consent agenda. Mesa Independent
- ➤ Attorney General Kris Mayes is appealing a federal judge’s ruling that said the state lacked standing to sue over 2023 family rebate funds, which provided $250 per child. State lawyers claim the IRS wrongly collected over $20 million and that lost sales tax revenue resulted as families could not spend the rebate money—efforts to reverse the decision continue—while affected households may have to report the funds on their tax returns. KJZZ
- ➤ Arizona Gov. Hobbs signed a bill last week to fund a program for residents with developmental disabilities, and GOP lawmakers challenged her office’s fiscal management. Longtime observer Bob Robb said the dispute reveals Arizona is in a 'sorry state' of politics (his comments appeared on The Show) (as noted in his Substack). KJZZ
- ➤ City officials in Mesa propose raising the one-time impact fee for two- to four-unit multifamily housing from $62 to $109 as part of a proposed budget to begin July 1+ council will review the tentative plan on May 19. The city is also planning cost-saving measures+ revenue enhancements to address rising solid waste and water treatment costs. The Mesa Tribune
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ Arizona seniors often face confusion when choosing between original Medicare and Medicare Advantage plans, with each offering different benefits for hospital stays, doctor visits, and drug prescriptions. Experts advise that seniors review plan changes—especially when a favorite doctor leaves a network—to choose a plan that meets their health needs and budget. Mesa Independent
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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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Big Patio Party with Collin Freestone
2-5 p.m. — Pedal Haus Brewery — Free entry — Enjoy live reggae music in a spacious brewery setting in downtown Mesa.
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Diana Krall Concert
7:30-9:00 p.m. — Ikeda Theater — Last-minute tickets available — Experience a captivating evening with jazz singer Diana Krall in Mesa, AZ.
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The Story of the Phoenix East Valley Partnership
7-8 p.m. — Mesa Arts Center — Free entry — Discover how the Phoenix East Valley Partnership has shaped the region for over 40 years.
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Rolling Quartz Concert
7:00-8:30 p.m. — Nile Theater — Tickets available — Experience the energetic sounds of the Korean rock girl band ROLLING QUARTZ on their U.S. tour.
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