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Tuesday, August 12th, 2025
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Good morning, Mesa. Here's your local news at a glance for Tuesday, the 12th of August.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Sportsman’s Warehouse has partnered with the U.S. Concealed Carry Association to offer a free nonlethal self defense class in Mesa on Aug. 18 from 6—7:15 p.m. at its 1750 S. Greenfield Road location. Participants will learn practical skills using Byrna launchers, pepper spray, stun guns and more. Mesa Independent
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ Mesa police chased a 37-year-old man who threatened with a knife at an apartment complex and fled in a blue truck before running across U.S. 60 — witnesses reported he reached for his waistband — prompting an officer to shoot him; he was taken to hospital and is expected to survive with no injuries to officers or bystanders. The Arizona Republic
- ➤ A Mesa police officer shot a 37-year-old man Sunday afternoon on August 10th on US 60 near Alma School Road after he ran from a pursuit sparked by knife threats at an apartment complex—he received medical aid, underwent surgery, and is expected to survive. Mesa Independent
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ On Aug. 6, the Mesa Board of Adjustment approved a variance to reduce the interior side yard setback for a four-unit apartment building damaged by fire at 2012 N. Olive in Mesa. City staff explained that a normally required 30-foot setback was reduced to a 17-foot, 1-inch setback (the board vote was 5-0). Mesa Independent
- ➤ Salt River Project workers—known as zanjeros—start their early shifts to unlock canal gates, check flow meters and drive long distances to keep water flowing to farms, homes and businesses in the Valley. Max Hernandez, who has worked for over 20 years, leads his team as they help repair leaks and guide customers on their irrigation systems. KJZZ
- ➤ Mesa City Council will consider a new series 10 beer and wine store license for Main Market, a Mesa convenience store, at its meeting scheduled at 5:45 p.m. Monday, Aug. 18 at 20 E. Main St.—the recommendation is for RK Gas Station LLC with agent Jared Michael Repinski. Mesa Independent
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ Researchers at UA found that mothers living in resource-poor neighborhoods were 20% more likely to develop gestational diabetes mellitus based on a review of over 480,000 births in 15 counties from 2014 to 2020—assistant professor Melissa Furlong said the study may inform improved screening and policies during pregnancy. KJZZ
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Shapel Lacey Stand-Up Comedy
6-7:30 p.m. — Mic Drop Comedy — Ages 18+ — Enjoy a night of laughs with the unique and original comedic voice of Shapel Lacey.
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Australian Pink Floyd Tribute Show
8:00-9:30 p.m. — Ikeda Theater — Ticket prices vary — Experience a fine-tuned tribute to the legendary band Pink Floyd with one of the world's best tribute bands.
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Liana De La Rosa and Ali Hazelwood Discuss Gabriela and His Grace
7-9 p.m. — Mesa Arts Center — Ticket includes a signed copy — Dive into a historical romance between a rebellious heiress and a duke as bestselling authors share fascinating insights.
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