Good morning, Mesa.

Mesa’s Office of Economic Development was honored with four Golden Prospector Awards of Merit from the Arizona Association for Economic Development—recognizing excellence in its special event, website, business builder program, and retail campaign that supported women entrepreneurs and local investment.

Mesa Public Schools board voted 5-0 to create Franklin High School and Shepherd College Prep and to repurpose Wilson Elementary into Franklin Accelerated Academy for the 2026–27 school year—moves made after local feedback and a 2,500-student drop this year.

The board also reconfigured boundaries for four elementary schools to better balance enrollment.

Low-income Arizonans are facing rising utility bills as major providers plan 14% rate hikes while many already struggle to pay for basic needs amid federal cuts and a government shutdown.

State regulators will begin repealing energy efficiency standards—changes that could scale back aid programs designed to lower bills for vulnerable households.

Open enrollment has begun and many Arizonans using ACA plans see that if enhanced tax credits expire at the end of the year, their premiums could rise sharply—some families may see their monthly costs jump from about $500 to $1,400.

Lawmakers and health experts continue to debate extending the credits—prompting concerns about higher uninsured rates.

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.

Maximizing the Power of Influencer Marketing

4-6 p.m. — Loloft — Free entry — Learn how to leverage influencer marketing for your brand and connect with local eCommerce professionals.

Lovin’ Life Expo

9 AM – 1 PM — Mesa Convention Center — Free entry — A vibrant celebration of wellness, lifestyle, and community with interactive exhibits and inspiring speakers.