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The Mesa Independent, which started in 2021, is mailed for free monthly to ZIP codes 85209 and 85212, serving Eastmark and Sunland Springs Village. Earlier versions of the newspaper — including when it was known as the East Mesa Independent — were distributed for 58 years, with the last weekly issue on April 27, 2016. Editorial coverage focuses on hyper-local news including neighborhood issues, schools, city government and the myriad events and activities that make Mesa unique. The digital daily newspaper at https://www.yourvalley.net/mesa-independent/ covers the entire city of Mesa, delivering readers stories on issues affecting their quality of life and promoting involvement in their local neighborhoods through activism, entertainment and business news.

Adult sports offered by the Mesa Parks and Recreation Department include volleyball, softball and pickleball. Link in ...
09/18/2026

Adult sports offered by the Mesa Parks and Recreation Department include volleyball, softball and pickleball. Link in first comment.

Throughout the 2026 season, every Sun Devil Football game will be broadcast live on the large-format outdoor screen at A...
09/18/2026

Throughout the 2026 season, every Sun Devil Football game will be broadcast live on the large-format outdoor screen at Arizona State University’s Media and Immersive eXperience (MIX) Center. Link in first comment.

Petty Officer 3rd Class Jordan Bone, a native of Mesa, serves the U.S. Navy assigned to USS Jason Dunham, a Navy destroy...
09/17/2026

Petty Officer 3rd Class Jordan Bone, a native of Mesa, serves the U.S. Navy assigned to USS Jason Dunham, a Navy destroyer operating out of Mayport, Florida.

Bone graduated from Red Mountain High School in 2020. Link in first comment.

Fitness classes such as a belly dancing, Aikido and Tai Chi for wellness are offered by the Mesa Parks and Recreation De...
09/17/2026

Fitness classes such as a belly dancing, Aikido and Tai Chi for wellness are offered by the Mesa Parks and Recreation Department. Link in first comment.

A metals manufacturer with plans to expand its operations into Mesa has entered an agreement with the city to operate in...
09/17/2026

A metals manufacturer with plans to expand its operations into Mesa has entered an agreement with the city to operate in a foreign trade zone.

The Mesa City Council unanimously approved the operator agreement with JX Advanced Metals USA at its Monday meeting. The agreement was part of the council’s consent agenda in which all items are handled through one motion and vote. Link in first comment.

Inspired by the resurgence of yacht rock in pop culture and music, particularly the upbeat house and DJ remixes that hav...
09/16/2026

Inspired by the resurgence of yacht rock in pop culture and music, particularly the upbeat house and DJ remixes that have introduced the genre to a new generation, the 7-10 p.m. Friday, Sept. 18, event at Revel Surf, 4503 S. Power Road in Mesa, will blend nostalgia with an energetic beach atmosphere. Link in first comment.

American Red Cross cardiopulmonary resuscitation classes are offered in Mesa online, in-person or in blended-learning fo...
09/16/2026

American Red Cross cardiopulmonary resuscitation classes are offered in Mesa online, in-person or in blended-learning formats, the latter which combine self-paced online training and in-person skills sessions. Link in first comment.

In case you missed it: A special-use permit to allow a new assisted living home within 1,200 feet of a sober living home...
09/16/2026

In case you missed it: A special-use permit to allow a new assisted living home within 1,200 feet of a sober living home northwest of Alma School Road and Medina Avenue was recently approved by the Mesa Board of Adjustment. Link in fist comment.

Patton Oswalt, who played “Spence” on The King of Queens for nine seasons, will perform at 8 p.m. Oct. 3 at Mesa Arts Ce...
09/16/2026

Patton Oswalt, who played “Spence” on The King of Queens for nine seasons, will perform at 8 p.m. Oct. 3 at Mesa Arts Center. Link in first comment.

Salt River Tubing is open on the Lower Salt River Friday-Sunday through Sept. 27, weather and water-flow conditions perm...
09/15/2026

Salt River Tubing is open on the Lower Salt River Friday-Sunday through Sept. 27, weather and water-flow conditions permitting. Link in first comment.

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