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Saturday, June 14th, 2025
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Good morning, Mesa. Here's your local news at a glance for Saturday, the 14th of June.
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ Mesa City Council approved a ground lease agreement on June 2 for the 3.3-acre mixed-use project in downtown Mesa — the stalled development, once known as The Grid, faced delays from the pandemic and a bankruptcy filing and will now be led by Soltrust Main QOZB LLC. This move aims to revitalize the downtown core. ABC15 Arizona
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ Mesa police arrested two teenagers after a stolen vehicle chase near Power Road and Main Street ended with an officer shooting the driver in the hand on June 12 at about 4:45 p.m. (the teen driver sustained significant injuries while the teen passenger was unharmed) as Tempe Police Department investigates the incident. The Arizona Republic
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Mesa City Council will consider a new series 7 beer and wine bar license for Pour Wine and Taproom at its meeting on Monday, June 16 at 5:45 p.m. at 20 E. Main St. (the license would let the taproom serve both beer and wine). Mesa Independent
- ➤ The Mesa City Council is considering a new series 12 restaurant license for Slick City Action Park, a family entertainment center in Mesa. Council members will vote on the license at a meeting at 5:45 p.m. Monday June 16 at 20 E.— Mesa Independent
REAL ESTATE NEWS
- ➤ On June 10, the Mesa Design Review Board reviewed design and landscaping plans for a planned 15-unit townhome development south of the southeast corner of Broadway Road and Mesa Drive in Mesa — officials said construction will be scheduled soon — as the project moves forward. Mesa Independent
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SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ On Friday night, the Diamondbacks beat the Padres 5-1 as Corbin Carroll and Josh Naylor homered, which improved the team to 35-34 and moved it above .500 for the first time since May 23. Pitcher Ryne Nelson worked five innings and allowed one unearned run as the team extended its winning streak to four games. 12 News
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Engineering for Kids: Earth Science Detectives Camp
8 a.m. - 5 p.m. — UPTOWN JUNGLE FUN PARK — Variable pricing — Explore robotics and podcasting in a fun, interactive camp for kids aged 8-14.
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Mesa Arizona Business Networking
10:30-11:30 a.m. — The HUB Grill and Bar — Free entry — A gathering for entrepreneurs, business owners, and influencers to connect and collaborate.
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Queen & Bowie Tribute Concert
7-9:30 p.m. — Hale Centre Theatre - Arizona — $62 — Celebrate the legendary music of Queen and David Bowie with engaging live renditions in an intimate setting.
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Dezzy Hollow Concert
5-11 p.m. — Nile Theater — Ticket prices vary — Experience Dezzy Hollow live with Nuggz, Laznyte & Cristalz 888 in an engaging music event.
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Imaginarium Mesa: Winter Wonderland
6-10 p.m. — Imaginarium Mesa — Cost info not specified — immerse yourself in a magical light festival featuring a winter wonderland theme for all ages.
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Virtual Tour of Senior Living Community
9 AM – 7 PM — Jones Family Care Home — Free entry — Explore nutritious meals and award-winning care at a top-rated senior living facility.
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Engineering for Kids: RoboSports Challenge and Game Coding Camp
8 a.m. - 5 p.m. — Slick City Action Park — Pricing varies — Engage in a hands-on LEGO robotics challenge and creative game coding experience.
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Imaginarium Mesa: Winter Wonderland
6-10 p.m. — Imaginarium Mesa — Tickets required — Step into a magical light festival and walk through a captivating winter wonderland.
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Arizona ToyCon
9 a.m. — Mesa Convention Center — $10 general admission, kids free — The ultimate destination for toy enthusiasts featuring over 200 tables of collectibles and merchandise.
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Imaginarium Winter Wonderland
6:00-10:00 p.m. — Imaginarium Mesa — Cost TBD — Step into a magical light festival featuring a whimsical winter theme for all ages.
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