Good morning, Mesa.

On Oct. 27, 2025, students from Higley High and Williams Field High rallied by crafting nearly 100 get-well cards for an injured Montana officer recovering at home with his family; their heartfelt initiative included playful messages (such as nods to favorite treats) that brightened spirits.

Mesa Community College student Maximillian Vokoun was named one of five national recipients of the prestigious Ennes Educational Foundation Trust and Robert D.

Greenberg Scholarships for his broadcast engineering achievements. He will use the $3,000 award to support his studies + work at KTVK/KPHO.

Tonto National Forest extended its temporary closure of the lower Salt River area to most horses and pack animals after Equine Vesicular Stomatitis Virus was detected.

The order (which affects 17 wild horses among nearly 300 roaming in the area) may last until March.

On Dec. 8, the Mesa City Council voted unanimously to recommend a series 7 beer and wine bar license to the Arizona Department of Liquor License and Control for Royal Palms Golf Course (located at 1415 E.

McKellips Road) with Little Oasis Club LLC as the applicant.

An Aldi supermarket will be developed at the southeast corner of Greenfield Road and Main Street in a renovated former 99 Cents Only store.

The Mesa Design Review Board discussed the project, which will use a 25,850-sqft building, on Dec. 9.

HeatSync Labs: Coffee & Coworking

9 AM – 3 PM — HeatSync Labs — Free entry — Bring your projects and get excited at this collaborative hackerspace in Mesa.

Josh Bierman Live Performance

4-8 p.m. — Pedal Haus Biergarten — Check venue for details — Experience the soulful sounds of AZ native singer-songwriter Josh Bierman and his dynamic band.

Arizona Balloon Classic

4-9 p.m. — Wild Horse Pass Stadium — Entrance fees may apply — Experience stunning hot air balloon displays and delicious food at this family-friendly event.

Copper State Beer Festival

11 a.m. – 5 p.m. — Riverview Park — Tickets required — Celebrate craft beverages and food with 100+ vendors and lively activities.

Mesa Business Networking Chapter

11:30 a.m. – 12:30 p.m. — The HUB Grill and Bar — Guests can attend up to two times for a fee — A structured networking event focused on fostering real relationships among local professionals.

Big Patio Party with Live Music

4-7 p.m. — Pedal Haus Biergarten — Free entry — Enjoy indie pop tunes from People Who Could Fly while relaxing on a spacious patio.