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Thursday, September 11th, 2025
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Good morning, Mesa. Here's your local news at a glance for Thursday, the 11th of September.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Mesa won the Outstanding Special Event Award from the Arizona Parks and Recreation Association on September 10 for its Merry Main Street festival, which attracted over 190,000 visitors last winter. The festival will return on Nov. 28 with a tree lighting — celebrations continue through Jan. 10. Mesa Now
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Mexican consul Jorge Mendoza Yescas said it is safe to attend Mexican Independence celebrations in the Valley as there are no plans for mass immigration raids. In Mesa, a multicultural fair will be held Saturday 13 at Pioneer Park starting at 2 p.m.—the Grito will begin at 6 p.m. 12 News
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GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Arizona Attorney General Kris Mayes said the Supreme Court ruling on roving ICE patrols—issued on September 10th—threatened to revive racial profiling seen under SB 1070 and urged federal officers to follow the 9th Circuit decision that requires stops based on individualized suspicion. Her statement warned that ignoring this ruling could erode constitutional protections in the region. KJZZ
- ➤ Arizona Superintendent Tom Horne filed a motion at the state Supreme Court calling for Justice Bill Montgomery to step aside from a case on dual language in schools — citing their past conflict — as he pushes to end dual language instruction. The justices have not yet decided if Montgomery will recuse himself. 12 News
- ➤ The Mesa City Council voted 7-0 on Sept. 8 to schedule a public hearing for a 137-unit residential development on Sept. 22 at 5:15 p.m. in the Council Chambers; officials will review an ordinance to rezone designated acres for multiple residential uses—further details will guide next steps. Mesa Independent
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ St. Vincent de Paul will convert a thrift store on the Tempe border into a free specialty care medical office that expands its Phoenix clinic services—covering 10,289 square feet with 26 parking spaces at 2352 W. Main St. The Mesa Design Review Board reviewed the design on Sept. 9 before the project moves forward. Mesa Independent
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Arizona sports fans can watch Dropping Dimes with Cam and Chilly on the 12+ app as 12Sports Cameron Cox and recruiting influencer Chilly launch a new show covering high school football and Valley sports. Episode 4 features interviews with Basha linebacker Eli Cramer-Cronin and Hamilton receiver Roye Oliver III — who broke a school record with 6 touchdowns in a game — and previews analysis for Week 3. 12 News
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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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