Good morning, Mesa.

Mesa residents can now purchase online tickets for Winter Wonderland Ice Rink at Merry Main Street, which will open Friday, Nov.

28 at 5:45 p.m. and run daily until Jan. 10 for a one-hour skate session costing $11 — non-Mesa residents can buy tickets starting Nov. 10 — ensuring timed access.

Food Bucks Now launched Monday to give each SNAP recipient $40 and ease the gap after benefits ended on Nov.

1. Long lines formed at Superstition Ranch Market in Mesa—state funding of $300,000 helped about 7,500 families until the funds ran out.

Arizona Public Service's parent company Pinnacle West Capital Corp reported $18 million higher revenue in the 3rd quarter compared to last year, but its net income for the last nine months fell 2.5% due to higher interest expenses plus natural gas will play a major role in powering future demand from large industrial users.

Mesa Public Schools released preliminary state report card grades on Oct.

29 that gave the district an overall B grade, the same as last year. Some schools earned A and B grades while a few dropped; board members remain optimistic about boosting student performance—teachers and leaders will plan further improvements.

Schools serving Queen Creek earned high marks in the 2024-25 state report—Queen Creek Unified had 31 of 44 schools score an A and Higley Unified had 13 of 14 schools earn an A, while Chandler Unified is appealing three B grades.

School leaders praised the results as a sign of improved performance and fewer lower grades compared to recent years.

A permit to ease development standards for Mint Dispensary’s expansion will be reviewed tomorrow by the Mesa Board of Adjustment, with a study session starting at 5 p.m. and a meeting at 5:30 p.m. in the council chambers at 20 E.

Main St. & the decision will affect future changes along Southern Avenue.

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.

The Jins Live Performance

7-8:30 p.m. — The Underground — Tickets from $95 — Experience an unforgettable live music event with The Jins at The Underground in Mesa.

Dixon Dallas Concert

7:30-10:30 p.m. — The Rosetta Room — Ticket prices vary — Experience the captivating sounds of emerging country artist Dixon Dallas in an intimate setting.

Mesa Networking

11:30 a.m.–12:30 p.m. — The HUB Grill and Bar — $25 drop-in donation — Connect with entrepreneurs and influencers to foster meaningful collaborations and business growth.

Arizona WordPress Meetup - Monthly Meetup

6:30-8:30 p.m. — CO+HOOTS Coworking | Mesa — Free entry — Engage in a hands-on session about utilizing Gravity Forms with a touch of Jetpack Forms.

Corbin Live Concert

7-9:30 p.m. — Nile Theater — Check website for prices — Experience the captivating and raw music of Corbin, who prioritizes vulnerability in his artistry.

Fitz and the Tantrums Live Concert

4-10 p.m. — Vertuccio Farms — Ticket prices vary — Experience the high-energy hits from the multi-platinum band Fitz and The Tantrums.