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Wednesday, August 13th, 2025
Good morning, Mesa. Here's your local news at a glance for Wednesday, the 13th of August.
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ A Valley family in Mesa is searching for 19-year-old Emma Sheets who was last seen on July 5 leaving her grandmother's home for an Uber arranged by a man she met online through Fortnite—her phone became unreachable after she left Abrazo Hospital on July 21 and Glendale police are investigating her disappearance while her parents worry she is in danger. 12 News
- ➤ Mesa police shot a man on Aug. 10 after he ran across US 60 between Country Club Drive — Loop 101 during a chase. The Arizona Republic
- ➤ Arnold Barney, 19, of Mesa has been indicted in connection with his 6-week-old son's death after the child's mother left him alone on July 28—doctors found the baby unresponsive with a bruised face and brain bleeding. Mesa Independent
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ The Mesa City Council will review an application for a new series 12 restaurant license for Mountain Mike’s Pizza Mesa, which serves lunch and dinner, at its meeting on Monday, Aug. 18 at 5:45 p.m. at 20 E. Main St., and will recommend the license to the Arizona Department of Liquor License and Control for KDV Investments LLC while the current license for Mountain Mikes AZ 1 LLC reverts to the state—agent Kirandeep Singh Virk manages the process. Mesa Independent
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ Mexico's state of Sonora reported 87 confirmed measles cases this year, making it the second highest in the country after Chihuahua's nearly 4,000 cases—further underscoring the ongoing measles surge as Arizona confirmed its first case earlier this summer. Health officials are monitoring the situation closely. 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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Pizzas, Pipes, and Pinoys!
3:30-5:30 p.m. — Organ Stop Pizza — No cover charge — Escape the heat while enjoying delectable pizzas and the spectacular sounds of the world's largest Wurlitzer Theater Pipe Organ.
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Mesa Arizona Business Networking
11:30 a.m. — The HUB Grill and Bar — $25 drop-in donation — A vibrant community event for entrepreneurs and business owners to connect and grow together.
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Notes From Neptune Live
6-9 p.m. — Cellar Pub — Free entry — Enjoy smooth grooves and local brews in this cozy underground music venue.
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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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Mesa Arizona Business Networking Event
11:30 a.m. – 12:30 p.m. — The HUB Grill and Bar — $25 drop-in fee — Connect with local entrepreneurs and influencers to enhance your business growth.
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WHIRR / NOTHING Concert
8:00-9:30 p.m. — Nile Theater — Buy tickets — Experience an energizing night of music with WHIRR and special guests.
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Willow Canyon vs Dobson Football Game
7-11 p.m. — Dobson High School — Admission TBA — Catch the high school varsity football action as Dobson faces off against Willow Canyon in a non-conference matchup.
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Ken Carson Live Concert
8-11 p.m. — Mesa Amphitheatre — Ticket prices vary — Experience an electrifying night with hip-hop sensation Ken Carson performing hits from his chart-topping album More Chaos.
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