Monday, June 23rd, 2025

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Good morning, Mesa. Here's your local news at a glance for Monday, the 23rd of June.
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Mesa City Council approved a three-year contract with Visit Mesa that adds strict oversight measures—such as public meetings, complete financial records, and a 60-day termination clause—to fix past concerns about spending and management. The agency is set to receive $3.4 million in transient lodging tax revenue by June 30. The Mesa Tribune
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ Seven pets died from heat-related illness in Maricopa County over the last three weeks, with most deaths involving dogs left outside without water or shelter–a sharp rise from two at this time last year. KJZZ
- ➤ A new study published yesterday found that there are at least 10 times more symptomatic Valley fever cases than what official reports show. Researchers from the University of Arizona said limited testing and low awareness outside the Sonoran Desert have led to missed cases, with most reports coming from Maricopa, Pima & Pinal counties. KJZZ
SHOP NEWS
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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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VANA Live with Honey Revenge, Daisy Grenade, and Nightlife
6-10 p.m. — Nile Theater — Tickets available — Experience a night of pop-rock energy with up-and-coming bands from Los Angeles.
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Mesa Business Networking Event
10:30-11:30 a.m. — The HUB Grill and Bar — Drop-in fee $25 after two visits — Build connections and grow your business in a supportive community of entrepreneurs.
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Autumn Live Performance
7-10 p.m. — Nile Theater — No refunds — Rock out with Autumn and CMB Ru in a lively performance at the Nile Theater.
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VEX Robotics BattleBots and 3D Game Design
9 a.m. - 4 p.m. — Jake's Unlimited — Varies — Dive into robotics and game design adventures for young engineers.
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Mesa Arizona Business Networking
11:30 a.m. – 12:30 p.m. — The HUB Grill and Bar — $25 drop-in donation after two visits — Network with entrepreneurs and grow your business in a supportive community.
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