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Thursday, October 9th, 2025
Good morning, Mesa. Here's your local news at a glance for Thursday, the 9th of October.
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Kyrene School District removed Kyrene del Norte and Kyrene de la Mirada from the proposed closure list after parents provided feedback, keeping more students together. The revised plan also retains an extra dual language school and awaits a board vote in December — a step to ensure a more equitable setup. KJZZ
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Today, the City of Mesa's Transportation Department launched the MesaMoves Look Twice Save a Life Challenge to promote safer driving—biking and walking by offering prizes and safety tips after 1,359 injuries and deaths were recorded between 2017 and 2022, with the initiative honoring a young Mesa resident who died in June and running through Dec 6. Mesa Now
- ➤ Mesa City Council voted to raise the contract for temporary stagehand workers from $975,000 to $1.1 million for Arts Center events. The new deal with UTP Productions Inc. reflects rising contractor rates and higher event needs —changes that will help cover jobs like stage setup— as approved by the council. Mesa Independent
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The Story So Far U.S. Tour
6-8 p.m. — Mesa Amphitheatre — Tickets required — Experience electrifying live performances from The Story So Far and special guests Neck Deep, Origami Angel, and Pain Of Truth.
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Fall Celebrate Mesa
5-9 p.m. — Red Mountain Soccer Complex — Free entry — Enjoy a family-friendly festival with games, entertainment, and the unveiling of a mobile museum experience.
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Sunday Evening Recital: Gilbert Service Missionary Choir
6:30-7:00 p.m. — Mesa Arizona Temple Visitors' Center — Free entry — Experience a delightful evening of gospel-centered music performed by the talented Gilbert Service Missionary Choir.
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Super B RV Show
9 a.m. – 6 p.m. — La Mesa | RecVan – Mesa RV & Motorhome Sales — Free entry — Explore the latest Leisure Travel Vans on display and meet the experts from Leisure Travel Vans.
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UwU Con 2025
4 PM - 6 PM — Mesa Convention Center — Cost info not specified — A three-day celebration of anime, comics, gaming, and more awaits fans of all ages.
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Half Past Two Concert
6-8:30 p.m. — The Rosetta Room — Check local listings for ticket details — Enjoy an evening with Half Past Two, known for their energetic ska music.
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LUNA LUNA Concert
7-9:30 p.m. — The Rosetta Room — Tickets starting at $89 — Luna Luna presents an unforgettable evening of music in Mesa, AZ.
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Mesa Networking Event
11:30 a.m. — The HUB Grill and Bar — $25 drop-in fee — Connect with local entrepreneurs and influencers to amplify your business growth.
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TODAY'S FOOD FOR THOUGHT
If you do what is easy, your life will be hard. If you do what is hard, your life will be easy.
~ Les Brown
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