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Thursday, September 4th, 2025
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Good morning, Mesa. Here's your local news at a glance for Thursday, the 4th of September.
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ The Mesa Police Department is seeking help locating 16-year-old Amilliyen Taylor who went missing on Sept. 1 near 80th Street and University in Mesa; he is an African-American male with brown hair, brown eyes, standing 5 feet 5 inches tall, weighing 106 pounds and bearing a tattoo reading “Jazmine” above his right eye—if you have any information, call 480-644-2211. Mesa Independent
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Parents protested on Tuesday at a Kyrene board meeting to oppose a proposal to close nine schools due to falling enrollment — they said the plan relies solely on numbers without considering each school's performance and community impact, and the board will discuss the proposal again on Sept. 16 before a final vote in December. 12 News
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ A federal judge blocked plans to deport 700 unaccompanied Guatemalan children over the weekend and ordered that any children already removed be returned—legal advocates say the decision protects kids with active immigration cases. The Florence Immigrant and Refugee Rights Project and other groups took legal action after learning of the planned deportations in Arizona. KJZZ
- ➤ Construction began on Fire Station 224 at 3441 S. 80th St. in southeast Mesa on September 3rd to meet growing emergency call needs—its $12.3 million design will house Engine 224 and include drive-thru bays, dorm rooms, and offices, with completion scheduled for fall 2026. Mesa Now
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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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Mesa Arizona Business Networking
11:30 a.m. — The HUB Grill and Bar — $25 drop-in fee — Connect with entrepreneurs and influencers to enhance your business network and growth.
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