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Saturday, July 5th, 2025
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Good morning, Mesa. Here's your local news at a glance for Saturday, the 5th of July.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Mesa firefighters rescued a group of baby ducklings that fell into a storm drain on July 2 — the Engine 212 C Shift crew made the rescue and a local neighbor now cares for them as officials wait for their mother to return. Mesa Independent
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ Beyond Words Bookshop opens today in downtown Mesa from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Former teacher Kelly Boggs, who began the pop-up in 2024 and secured a city grant for six months of rent and utilities, has completed renovations — offering kids’ books, middle-grade reads, gently used titles, and bookish goods at 40 N Macdonald. 12 News
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ At its July 1 meeting, the Mesa City Council approved a $150,000 increase to the contract for city libraries’ physical media (councilmember Francisco Heredia was absent). Mesa Independent
- ➤ A Mesa resident noted that hundreds of lights along Loop 202 from Power to Guadalupe have been out for years and urged city and DOT officials to address the issue — they also asked for details on how commercial projects near the airport are financed. Mesa Independent
- ➤ Maricopa County Assessor Eddie Cook said a new law signed this spring will qualify more veterans, widows and disabled people for a program that lowers property tax bills—he said about 11,000 property owners may join as the program now uses the Federal House Price Index instead of Arizona’s GDP. KJZZ
- ➤ Arizona Attorney General Kris Mayes is asking the federal government to protect babies from toxic metals in baby food by urging the FDA to set long-overdue testing rules—her office said this action may help stop lead poisoning and recalls in finished products. KJZZ
- ➤ The Mesa City Council will review a new series 12 liquor license application for The Salted Knot, a Mesa restaurant that serves breakfast and lunch. The council will meet at 5:45 p.m. Tuesday, July 8 — the restaurant seeks the new license to expand its operations. Mesa Independent
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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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Imaginarium Mesa: Winter Wonderland
6-10 p.m. — Imaginarium Mesa — Ticket info unavailable — Immerse yourself in a magical light festival experience for all ages.
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Weekly Coffee Chat at Panera
8 a.m. — Panera Bread — Free entry — Engage in casual conversations over coffee with the local community.
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Mesa Arizona Business Networking
11:30 a.m. — The HUB Grill and Bar — Free entry — Connect with fellow entrepreneurs, business owners, and influencers in the heart of Mesa.
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Jason Russell: Comedy at The Cellar
6 PM – 11 PM — The Cellar at 12West Brewing — 21+ only, 2 item minimum — Experience high-energy comedy with master impressionist Jason Russell over three unforgettable nights.
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Justin Foster Live at JP’s Comedy Club
7-9 p.m. — JP’s Comedy Club — Ticket details vary — Experience the raw and ridiculous humor of Justin Foster as he shares personal stories that turn chaos into comedy.
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