Mesa Independent

Mesa Independent Your source for unbiased news in Mesa —keeping residents informed and connected. Published by Independent Newsmedia

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, sc

hools, 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.

Inspired by the resurgence of yacht rock in pop culture and music, particularly the upbeat house and DJ remixes that hav...
09/10/2026

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.

The Mesa Public Schools governing board in May voted to bring Propositions 419 and 420 to the Nov. 3 ballot.Prop. 419 as...
09/10/2026

The Mesa Public Schools governing board in May voted to bring Propositions 419 and 420 to the Nov. 3 ballot.

Prop. 419 asks for $449 million in bonds for capital improvements, technology upgrades and student transportation services. Prop. 420 allows the district to sell, lease or exchange several properties. Link in first comment.

New Frontiers for Lifelong Learning, a Mesa Community College program for active adult learners, invites the public to i...
09/10/2026

New Frontiers for Lifelong Learning, a Mesa Community College program for active adult learners, invites the public to its open house 1-3 p.m. Friday, Sept. 11, at MCC’s Red Mountain Campus, 7110 E. McKellips Road in Mesa. Link in first comment.

The water level of Canyon Lake north of Apache Junction will be lowered 54 feet for approximately 16 weeks starting Sept...
09/10/2026

The water level of Canyon Lake north of Apache Junction will be lowered 54 feet for approximately 16 weeks starting Sept. 16 for critical dam safety inspections and maintenance. Link in first comment.

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

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.

Proposed changes to the City of Mesa’s historic preservation design guidelines and zoning ordinance will be discussed We...
09/08/2026

Proposed changes to the City of Mesa’s historic preservation design guidelines and zoning ordinance will be discussed Wednesday by the Mesa Planning and Zoning Board.

The board meets at 3 p.m. for a study session and at 4 p.m. for a meeting Sept. 9 at City Hall, 20 E. Main St. in Mesa. Link in first comment.

Angry Crab Shack is celebrating the grand opening of its newest location at 1927 N. Gilbert Road in Mesa 4-5 p.m. Thursd...
09/08/2026

Angry Crab Shack is celebrating the grand opening of its newest location at 1927 N. Gilbert Road in Mesa 4-5 p.m. Thursday, Sept. 24. Link in first comment.

In observance of Labor Day, City of Mesa government offices will be closed on Monday, Sept. 7. Link in first comment.
09/07/2026

In observance of Labor Day, City of Mesa government offices will be closed on Monday, Sept. 7. Link in first comment.

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