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Friday, August 22nd, 2025
Good morning, Mesa. Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 22nd of August.
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ A 20-year-old man and a 13-year-old teen were arrested in Mesa after a 10 karat nugget ring sale on OfferUp turned violent when the teen allegedly robbed the man of $280 and both exchanged gunfire that injured the teen’s leg and damaged nearby apartments, police said—law enforcement stated the man faces charges for aggravated assault while the teen is charged with armed robbery and unlawful discharge of a firearm. The Arizona Republic
- ➤ The Mesa Police Department is seeking help finding 16-year-old Ivan Valenzuela who was last seen at 11:30 a.m. Aug. 20 near Broadway and Sossaman — he wore a blue hoodie, black pants, white tennis shoes and carried a tan backpack — and asks anyone with information to call Mesa police at 4806442211. Mesa Independent
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ The tribute show One Gunn One Love – The Bob Marley Experience will take place at 7 p.m. Friday, Sept. 27 at the Mesa Arts Center on 1 E. Main St as Grammy winner Marvin Gunn leads a six-piece band in celebrating Bob Marley's legacy. Mesa Independent
- ➤ Toad The Wet Sprocket will headline their Good Intentions U.S. tour when they perform at 7 p.m. on Sept. 13 at the Tom and Janet Ikeda Theater—located inside the Mesa Arts Center—and tickets start at $52 with KT Tunstall and Vertical Horizon supporting. Mesa Independent
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ The Mesa City Council approved a $457K cooperative contract for surveillance cameras using Carashoft Technology group to install Gridless Power cameras in city parks on Aug. 18 — the system was chosen by Mesa PD after testing two options. Mesa Independent
- ➤ Arizona cities united under the Coalition for Protecting Arizona’s Lifeline when officials, including Phoenix Mayor Kate Gallego and Mesa Mayor Mark Freeman, met on August 20 in Scottsdale to defend water rights in the Colorado River negotiations—citing growing demands and a shrinking supply that may force water cuts. The coalition will expand its membership to include additional water users as the talks continue. KJZZ
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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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Mesa Networking Event
11:30 a.m. — The HUB Grill and Bar — $25 drop-in fee for guests — Connect with entrepreneurs and grow your business in a supportive community.
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ANCIIENTS Concert
7-8:30 p.m. — The Underground — Ticket prices vary — Experience an evening of mesmerizing tunes by Dearest as they perform their hit songs.
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Stamp & Scrapbook Expo Mesa
Various hours — Mesa Convention Center — Admission fee may apply — Explore an extensive range of crafts, workshops, and shopping opportunities at this vibrant arts and crafts fair.
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Filipino Night Market: Food and Culture Festival
4-9 p.m. — AZ International Marketplace — Free entry — Celebrate Filipino culture with delicious food from local vendors in a vibrant night market atmosphere.
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Sunday Evening Recital: Amy & Alina Dampt
6:30-7:00 p.m. — Mesa Arizona Temple Visitors' Center — Free entry — Enjoy an inspired performance of beautiful sacred music by flutist and harpist duo Amy and Alina Dampt.
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