Mesa
Today
Thursday, May 14th, 2026
Good morning, Mesa. Here's your local news at a glance for Thursday, the 14th of May.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Mesa’s 20th Annual Hydration Donation Campaign is underway to help vulnerable residents stay hydrated during extreme summer heat until Sept. 30, with a goal of 500,000 water bottles and $50,000 in online donations + Mesa Mayor Mark Freeman joined local businesses at United Food Bank to kick off the drive. The Mesa Tribune
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ APS parent company reported its first-quarter sales grew well above average, driven by a heat wave in February and March and increased industrial demand from the semiconductor and data center sectors. The utility registered a 9.4% weather-normalized increase — and it is seeking state approval for a 14% rate hike. KJZZ
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Mesa Arts Center hosts an interactive show where psychic Joe Diamond and Professor Anthony Barnhart test mind theories. The event begins 7 p.m. June 28 at the Ikeda Theater (1 E. Main St.) with tickets starting at $54.50. Mesa Independent
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Guillermo Reyes, an ASU professor who helped shape Phoenix theater through founding Teatro Bravo, is retiring today after a 30-year tenure at ASU (he will remain active in theater beyond academia). KJZZ
- ➤ ASU Prep Polytechnic Preschool invites families to attend campus tours to learn about enrolling pre-kindergarten students for the school year (2026 to 2027) at ASU Preparatory Academy. Tours will provide key registration details and a look at the facilities. Mesa Independent
- ➤ Skyline High School senior Summer Fairbanks (one of only three nationwide) was surprised during her AP Calculus class by a $60K check from the Burger King Foundation’s James W. McLamore WHOPPER Award, which will help fund her college studies in special education at Arizona State University. 12 News
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Residents of Julia Apartments in Mesa and Avana in Gilbert may receive a share of $1.5 million+ restitution from a settlement announced on Wednesday by Attorney General Kris Mayes. Tenants charged extra fees from Jan. 1, 2023 to Jan. 1, 2026 can file claims online. KJZZ
REAL ESTATE NEWS
- ➤ Mesa City Council unanimously approved a new development on 3.1 acres near West Rio Salado Parkway and North Cubs Way. The project will include a 54,700 sqft hotel with a pool and patio and a 36-unit residential building for seasonal baseball players linked to the Cubs Minor League complex. Mesa Independent
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Ram Miriyala Live in Concert
7-10 p.m. — Ikeda Theater — $39 - $149 — Experience a night of soulful Telugu melodies with Ram Miriyala's electrifying live performance.
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The Power Card Show – Summer Splash
5 PM – 5 PM — Mesa Convention Center — Check event page for costs — A multi-day collectibles event uniting card enthusiasts and vendors from across the Southwest.
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The Cab Concert
6:30-9 p.m. — Nile Theater — Ticket prices vary — Experience the emotionally rich sound of The Cab, a pop-rock band from Las Vegas.
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Pradabagshawty Live Concert
8-11 p.m. — The Underground At Nile Theater — Tickets from $146 — Experience the electrifying performance of Pradabagshawty in an unforgettable live event.
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Arankai Live Performance
3:30-7:30 a.m. — The Underground — Tickets from $48 — Experience an unforgettable live show from Arankai in Mesa.
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Music Bingo Night
6-8 p.m. — Encore at Eastmark HOA — Free entry — Test your music knowledge in a fun bingo game format!
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BRICK CONVENTION | LEGO Fan Expo
10 AM – 1 PM — Mesa Amphitheatre — Tickets required — Explore amazing LEGO creations, meet artists, and enjoy hands-on building activities.
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Harleys After Dark Party
5-11 p.m. — Desert Wind Harley-Davidson — Free entry — Enjoy a fun evening with complimentary dinner and drinks at this community gathering.
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Mesa Arizona Business Networking
11:30 a.m. — The HUB Grill and Bar — $25 for non-members after two visits — Engage in structured networking designed for real relationships among local entrepreneurs.
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Infected Rain Live
6-9 p.m. — The Rosetta Room — Tickets required — Experience an energetic blend of modern metal with Infected Rain.
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The more complete the despair, the more complete the awakening.
~ Carl Jung
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