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Wednesday, June 18th, 2025
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Good morning, Mesa. Here's your local news at a glance for Wednesday, the 18th of June.
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ At Falcon Field today, a Harrier AV-8B touched down amid cheers and photos as the museum added the fighter jet to its display. Retired Marine Corps Maj. Gen. Marty Post said the jet, which saw combat, took a year to secure +it boosts local tourism+ for military history exhibits. Mesa Independent
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Mesa City Council will vote on July 1 on changes to the marijuana codes that would let dispensaries use more floor space and lift the delivery ban—an update aimed at modernizing local regulations. Mesa Independent
- ➤ The Senate unveiled its $17.6 billion budget plan for the fiscal year starting in less than two weeks—about $300 million more than the House plan—and its Appropriations Committee will review the bills Tuesday before a Senate vote tomorrow. Senate and House leaders remain hopeful that this bipartisan process will soon yield a plan that meets key priorities even though the governor has said she will not sign it. KJZZ
- ➤ Arizona lawmakers are considering a budget provision that would provide exonerated inmates — including those like Drayton Witt — with financial compensation, counseling, and job training. Rep. Khyl Powell said the proposal would pay 200% of the median income for each year wrongfully spent in prison and join similar programs in over three dozen states. KJZZ
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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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Mesa Arizona Business Networking
11:30 a.m. - 12:30 p.m. — The HUB Grill and Bar — $25 drop-in fee — Network with entrepreneurs, business owners, and influencers to foster connections and grow your business.
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Imaginarium: Winter Wonderland
6-10 p.m. — Imaginarium Mesa — Tickets available — Step into an enchanting world of magic and light at this spectacular all-ages walk-through experience.
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