Here's your local news at a glance for Saturday, the 18th of October.
Good morning, Mesa.
💼 Business
The Mesa Design Review Board reviewed the design and landscaping for a new Sun Devil Auto facility on October 14th on a 5.9-acre site about 280 feet east of the northeast corner of East Southern Avenue and South Signal Butte Road.
The design features east-facing bay doors and a 6-foot wall set 200 feet from homes — staff planner Charlotte Bridges noted the meeting occurred despite absences from Chair Dane Astle and Boardmember Paul Johnson — to ensure a proper buffer between the facility and the residential area.
🎓 Education
Dr. V Boykin transformed her life through education after a past as a former stripper, felon, and single mother, earning multiple degrees at WGU while balancing work and family.
She now leads innovation at HubSpot—authoring books and mentoring others in her community.
🌲 Environment
Youth climate leaders met with APS executives this summer after the utility walked back its long-term clean energy plans.
The group urged APS to reinstate a zero carbon goal by 2050 and speed up the closure of a northern Arizona coal plant — and they said they will keep asking for more meetings to ensure youth can have a seat at the table.
🎉 Mesa Events
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Revival Arizona with Apostle Grace Lubega and Alexander Pappas
7-9 p.m. — Living Word Church — Free entry — Experience two nights of powerful worship and miraculous moments with renowned speakers and musicians.
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.
Salsa PR - Pre Halloween Party
8:30-10:30 p.m. — Señor Sushi Mesa — Ticket purchase required — Enjoy a lively pre-Halloween celebration with the best of old school and contemporary Salsa music.
Mesa Networking Event
11:30 a.m. - 12:30 p.m. — The HUB Grill and Bar — $25 drop-in fee — A purposeful networking opportunity for entrepreneurs, business owners, and influencers seeking meaningful connections.
Jim Bob's Burger Pop-Up
All day — Worth Takeaway — Varied prices — Enjoy delicious burgers and unique merch all Halloween weekend!
Demun Jones Meet and Greet
6:00 – 6:30 p.m. — The Rosetta Room — Free autographed merch included — Hang out with Demun, snap a pic, and enjoy exclusive merchandise.
Mesa Networking Event
11:30 a.m. - 12:30 p.m. — The HUB Grill and Bar — $25 drop-in fee — Network with entrepreneurs to amplify your influence and grow your business.
TRSH Concert
6-9 p.m. — The Underground — Tickets starting at $70 — Experience an unforgettable event with TRSH performing live in Mesa.
Forward! To the Moon Planetarium Show
5-10 p.m. — Mesa Community College Planetarium — Reserved tickets required — Experience a captivating planetarium show exploring lunar adventures at Astronomy Night.
Mesa Night Market
4-9 p.m. — AZ International Marketplace — Free entry — Explore a vibrant showcase of local food and anime vendors at this diverse Asian food festival.
🏠 Mesa Real Estate
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💼 Mesa Job Board
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