Good morning, Mesa.

The Mesa City Council approved an agreement with an electronics supply chain company to operate in a foreign-trade subzone at three locations during its Monday meeting.

The 5-0 vote occurred while Mayor Mark Freeman and Councilmember Alicia Goforth were absent.

Valley chipmaker Intel announced layoffs for its data center group as part of a restructuring effort ahead of its earnings call tomorrow.

The company did not specify how many Arizona workers will be affected + past cycles in Chandler saw nearly 800 layoffs.

Supporters of Arizona’s universal school voucher program asked courts to block a November ballot initiative that would cap eligibility, plus the Goldwater Institute filed documents contesting over 421,000 signatures.

Dr. Michael White, who has served as chief clinical officer since 2019, will assume the roles of president and CEO at Valleywise Health on Aug.

1. He says the new leadership change comes as the hospital prepares to expand services for the growing public safety net.

Mesa churches are hosting American Red Cross blood drives in July, August and September to help patients in need.

The Episcopal Church of the Transfiguration (514 S. Mountain Rd) holds one on Saturday, July 25, with additional drives on Aug. 1, Aug. 4 and Sept. 5 at other local churches.

Local Ace Hardware locations in Mesa and Apache Junction will host Bucket Days on Aug.

7-9, where a $5 donation to Phoenix Children’s Hospital earns 20% off items fitting in a 5-gallon bucket; donations will benefit the Phoenix Children’s Hope Fund to support medical equipment, research, and family programs.

Allison Live Concert

6:00 – 8:30 PM — Nile Theater — Tickets starting at $46 — Experience an unforgettable live performance by Allison in Mesa, AZ.

Millington Live Performance

6:00 – 8:30 PM — The Rosetta Room — Tickets from $52 — Millington promises an unforgettable live experience in Mesa, AZ.

Mesa Arizona Business Networking

11:30 a.m. — The HUB Grill and Bar — $25 drop-in fee after two visits — Build real relationships with local professionals in a structured networking environment.

Name That Tune Night

6-8 p.m. — Encore at Eastmark HOA & Clubhouse — $5 per person — Enjoy a lively evening of music trivia with a classic game of Name That Tune.

Modern Calligraphy for Beginners

10:30 AM – 12:00 PM — Brick Road Coffee — All supplies included — Unleash your creativity with beautiful lettering skills in a cozy café setting.

Mesa Arizona Business Networking

11:30 a.m. – 12:30 p.m. — The HUB Grill and Bar — $25 drop-in fee after two visits — Connect with local entrepreneurs and build meaningful business relationships.

The Australian Pink Floyd Show

6-9 p.m. — Ikeda Theater — Tickets start at $83 — Experience a stunning tribute to Pink Floyd with note-perfect performances and vibrant visuals.