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2023

New round neon sign OK’d at BRI Taproom & Arcade in Mesa
Sep 11, 2023 | Daily Independent
Mesa eyes ‘less fuzzy’ development plan
Sep 3, 2023 | East Valley Tribune
Mesa's Morning Delights: 8 Breakfast & Brunch Destinations You Can't Miss
Aug 28, 2023 | NewsBreak
Pedal Haus: See what the new Mesa location will look like
Aug 22, 2023 | ABC15
Mesa theater could become the city's newest historic landmark
Aug 21, 2023 | FOX10
Arizona beer drinkers to gain better access to craft beer
Aug 18, 2023 | The Drinks Business
Downtown Mesa BBQ Classic bringing pitmasters, entertainment this fall
Aug 12, 2023 | KTAR News
2 new food halls coming to metro Phoenix. Here’s what to know
Aug 9, 2023 | Phoenix New Times
ZenCity to feature 90 stackable residential units in downtown Mesa
Aug 6, 2023 | KTAR News
In Mesa, old-school neon signs are cool again
Aug 3, 2023 | ABC15
For the owners of Proof Bread, opening a second bakery ‘feels like healing’
Jul 26, 2023 | Phoenix New Times
ZenCity, a Stackable Modular Housing Project in Mesa
Jul 23, 2023 | AZCentral
Downtown Mesa could get grocery store
Jul 23, 2023 | East Valley Tribune
Jaime’s Local Love: Novel Ice Cream
Jul 19, 2023 | AZFamily
Quick bites: Slurpee-inspired beer, Barrio Cafe deals, Mesa BBQ event
Jul 10, 2023 | Mouth by Southwest
Mesa to act on $8M garage purchase
Jul 9, 2023 | Yahoo! News
Poutine Pop Up at Myke's Pizza
Jun 28, 2023 | Signals AZ
Vintage And Thrifting Tips
Jun 23, 2023 | The List
True Mexican food? Tempe's Cocina Chiwas is true to itself
Jun 22, 2023 | Phoenix New Times
Reviewed: Outrageous layered pastries at Outcast Doughnuts
Jun 20, 2023 | Axios
A wave of new restaurants and bars is making a splash in downtown Mesa
Jun 20, 2023 | Phoenix New Times
Board recommends landmark status for Nile
Jun 13, 2023 | The Mesa Tribune
Mesa, Business Owners Promise “a Local Hangout” with New Downtown Developments
Jun 6, 2023 | AZCentral
Arizona Distilling Co. to open location in Mesa by the end of summer
Jun 2, 2023 | Phoenix New Times
Outcast Doughnuts will open in downtown Mesa on June 10
Jun 1, 2023 | Axios
How to refinish mid-century modern furniture as a beginner
May 31, 2023 | Washington Post
Mesa’s Only Victorian-era House is Next to be Revitalized
May 25, 2023 | AZ Central
AT&T Fiber new title sponsor for Arizona Celebration of Freedom in Mesa
May 23, 2023 | Daily Independent
Mesa pushes to offer more culinary options
May 20, 2023 | FOX10
Shopping local helps Mesa economy, encourages entrepreneurs
May 13, 2023 | Daily Independent
Surprise mom with fresh flowers at these 7 Phoenix restaurants and cafes
May 11, 2023 | Phoenix New Times
Downtown Historic Preservation Day May 13
May 5, 2023 | AZ Health & Living
Murals unveiled at MIX Center project an important message
May 4, 2023 | ASU News
Foodist Awards 2023 Finalists & Winners
Apr 28, 2023 | Foodist Awards
Star Wars Day at Myke’s Pizza
Apr 24, 2023 | Signals AZ
Downtown Mesa Farmer's Market has new location
Apr 15, 2023 | Queen Creek Sun Times
Your Ultimate Guide to the Mesa Music Festival: Lineup, Schedule, and More
Apr 14, 2023 | Phoenix New Times
Mesa plans 'neon garden' at the city's original post office
Apr 5, 2023 | AZ Central
Mesa Finds Home for Historic Neon Signs at City's First Post Office
Apr 5, 2023 | AZ Central
Mesa Music Festival
Apr 1, 2023 | Patch
How East Valley downtowns are driving economic development
Mar 30, 2023 | AZ Big Media
Alt-rock veterans Everclear to take center stage at Mesa Music Festival in April
Mar 30, 2023 | KTAR
Free 'Easter Eggstravaganza' April 8 in downtown Mesa
Mar 27, 2023 | Mesa Independent
With a Celebration of Heritage and a Passion for Food, This Couple Is Dominating the Phoenix Dining Scene
Mar 23, 2023 | Phoenix New Times
Easter Events 2023
Mar 23, 2023 | Fabulous AZ
More than 200 bands in 2 days? Yes please. What we know about Mesa Music Festival 2023
Mar 22, 2023 | AZ Central
Easter Dining 2023
Mar 22, 2023 | Fabulous AZ
Crust Simply Italian is Coming to Mesa - Name the Restaurant's New Speakeasy
Mar 17, 2023 | AZ Central
Crust Simply Italian plans to open a fourth Valley location
Mar 16, 2023 | ABC15
Downtown Mesa store serves backyard farmers
Mar 3, 2023 | Yahoo! News
2 Benedictine students make downtown banners
Feb 28, 2023 | The Mesa Tribune
The 13 Best Restaurants in Mesa
Feb 25, 2023 | Female Foodie
I Love Mesa Day festival returns with bands, rides, free museums, more
Feb 23, 2023 | KTAR News
Mesa museum exhibit focuses on our roots
Feb 16, 2023 | East Valley Tribune
I Love Mesa Day Offers Free Family Fun!
Feb 16, 2023 | NewsBreak
Downtown Mesa businesses that received storefront improvements in 2018
Feb 15, 2023 | AZ Central
18 downtown Mesa business chosen for façade improvements
Feb 15, 2023 | AZ Central
Council debates downtown Mesa parking expansion
Feb 15, 2023 | East Valley Tribune
Sales Jumped 40% After Downtown Business' Facelift. These Storefronts are Next
Feb 15, 2023 | AZ Central
Mayor Giles Touts Mesa's Growth in State of the City Speech
Feb 7, 2023 | AZ Central
Gift shop owner has passion for trinkets, Mesa
Feb 2, 2023 | East Valley Tribune
Ride a 'spirit animal' ​through ghostly downtown Mesa
Feb 2, 2023 | ABC 15
Top 100 Phoenix Restaurants
Feb 1, 2023 | Phoenix New Times
PAL'entine Booze Crawl
Feb 1, 2023 | Fabulous AZ
High egg prices have Arizonans buying chickens. Here's what to know before you start
Jan 28, 2023 | AZ Central
3 Events Spotlight Veteran Research On Traumatic Brain Injuries
Jan 26, 2023 | Scottsdale.com
Authors present 80-year history of Mesa Easter Pageant
Jan 25, 2023 | AZ Digital Free Press
Honoring the life of MLK in Mesa with parade, celebration in spite of rain
Jan 16, 2023 | 12 NEWS
MLK Day celebrations in Mesa
Jan 16, 2023 | ABC15
Martin Luther King Parade, festival Monday in Mesa
Jan 13, 2023 | Daily Independent
Brothers press on with their Mesa cider business
Jan 11, 2023 | The Mesa Tribune
Mesa GoFundMe asks cover wide range
Jan 8, 2023 | East Valley Tribune
Somers ready to jump back into City Council
Jan 3, 2023 | East Valley Tribune
2022 Mesa Book Festival Successful
Jan 1, 2023 | NewsBreak

2022

These 11 Arizona chefs are the rising stars Phoenix food lovers need to watch in 2023
Dec 28, 2022 | AZ Central
Cider Corps closing Gilbert taproom, moving production to Mesa
Dec 23, 2022 | ABC15
Metro Phoenix Named a Top Travel Destination in 2023 Thanks to 3 Restaurants
Dec 22, 2022 | Arizona Republic
Downtown Mesa dentist puts cap on career
Dec 21, 2022 | The Mesa Tribune
"Yarn Bombing" Dresses Up Downtown Mesa at Merry Main Street
Dec 18, 2022 | NewsBreak
Mesa community remembers murdered business owner as generous man
Dec 10, 2022 | ABC15
Get 'Spirited' with Beards & Brews Booze Crawl in Downtown Mesa Dec. 10
Dec 9, 2022 | City Sun Times
Inaugural Beards and Brews Booze Crawl coming to downtown Mesa on Saturday
Dec 8, 2022 | KTAR News
This Mesa Mexican restaurant was just named one of the best places to eat in 2022
Dec 6, 2022 | AZ Central
‘ZenCity’ could bring unique structure to downtown
Dec 2, 2022 | East Valley Tribune
Caliber brings Expansive Workspace to Downtown Mesa
Dec 1, 2022 | AZ Big Media
Upcoming food & drink events in the Phoenix metropolitan area
Nov 30, 2022 | Mouth By Southwest
Christmas lights return to Latter-day Saints temple in Mesa after 5-year hiatus
Nov 26, 2022 | KTAR News
ASU building delivers ‘wow’ factor to Mesa
Nov 26, 2022 | College Times
Merry Main Street with ice rink, other holiday activities returns to downtown Mesa
Nov 25, 2022 | KTAR News
Region begins to sparkle with Christmas cheer
Nov 22, 2022 | SanTan Sun News
It's time to get merry on Main Street
Nov 21, 2022 | Yahoo News
Santa Claus fell to his 'death' in Mesa 90 years ago
Nov 18, 2022 | 12 News
Winter festival brings holiday cheer to downtown Mesa
Nov 18, 2022 | The Mesa Legend
Downtown Mesa Revitalization Efforts in Full Swing With More Businesses Moving In
Nov 14, 2022 | Business Wire
Tacos Chiwas Appearing on Season 3 of "Taco Chronicles: Cross the Border" Nov 23
Nov 6, 2022 | Netflix
Four Arizona restaurants to be featured on Netflix’s new season of ‘Taco Chronicles’
Nov 4, 2022 | ABC15
ASU Hosts Grand Opening at Mesa City Center
Oct 31, 2022 | The State Press
Merry Main Street returns Nov. 25 in downtown Mesa
Oct 31, 2022 | Daily Independent
Adam Allison & Jeff Kraus to open Tortoise & the Hare in downtown Mesa
Oct 31, 2022 | Mouth by Southwest
Award of Merit, Higher Education/Research: Arizona State University @ Mesa City Center
Oct 31, 2022 | ENR Southwest
Mesa ghost hunters on spirited chases
Oct 31, 2022 | East Valley Tribune
University and city officials hold grand opening of ASU at Mesa City Center
Oct 29, 2022 | KJZZ 91.5
Things to do in the Phoenix area this weekend: Oct. 28-31
Oct 28, 2022 | Fox10
Oro Brewing in Mesa named Brewery of Year at 1st AZ Craft Beer Awards
Oct 23, 2022 | Mouth By Southwest
Valley chef wins Food Network's 'Chopped' challenge
Oct 19, 2022 | 12NEWS
Arizona chef behind Espiritu will compete on Food Network's "Chopped"
Oct 18, 2022 | Axios Phoenix
6 Arizona Arcade Bars
Oct 14, 2022 | Fabulous AZ
These 3 Arizona Breweries Won Medals at The Great American Beer Festival
Oct 10, 2022 | Phoenix New Times
2 well-known East Valley chefs to join forces for new Mesa restaurant
Oct 5, 2022 | Mouth by Southwest
Extended fall hours begin at Downtown Mesa Farmers Market
Oct 5, 2022 | Daily Independent
Hope’s Frybread opens bricks & mortar restaurant near downtown Mesa
Oct 4, 2022 | Mouth by Southwest
Mesa and ASU open new downtown park
Sep 30, 2022 | Axios
Meet the Team Behind Mesa's Upcoming Brewery and Pizzeria
Sep 28, 2022 | Phoenix New Times
How Chris Loeffler re-shaped Downtown Mesa
Sep 27, 2022 | AZ Big Media
Mesa Election: District 4 City Council Candidates Talk Downtown Improvements
Sep 20, 2022 | AZ Central
Hero is EV veterans parade Grand Marshal
Sep 16, 2022 | East Valley Tribune
The Great Arizona Brewery
Sep 7, 2022 | Phoenix Magazine
Mesa band revisits debut album with Nile show
Sep 6, 2022 | Gilbert Sun News
Tourist bureau preparing for Mesa visitors
Sep 3, 2022 | East Valley Tribune
Where to Find & Drink New Craft Beer in Phoenix This Weekend
Sep 1, 2022 | Phoenix Magazine
The Award-Winning Brewer You Need to Know: Jesse Kortepeter at Oro Brewing
Aug 26, 2022 | Phoenix Magazine
Marco, Jinette, and Edmundo Meraz of Republica Empanada on Family and Mesa
Aug 26, 2022 | Phoenix New Times
ASU's MIX Center in downtown Mesa opens doors to film students
Aug 25, 2022 | ASU News
ASU MIX Center brings media students to Downtown Mesa
Aug 19, 2022 | AZ Big Media
ASU film, digital media school opens in downtown Mesa
Aug 18, 2022 | KTAR News
Mesa taco shop weathers economic challenges
Aug 12, 2022 | East Valley Tribune
'CODA' star and Mesa native Troy Kotsur receives key to the city
Aug 11, 2022 | ABC 10
Sublime Sandwiches: Take Lunch Up A Notch at These 5 Great Sandwich Shops In Metro Phoenix
Aug 10, 2022 | Phoenix New Times
El Charro Restaurant in downtown Mesa closes for 1-month summer vacation
Aug 8, 2022 | Mouth by Southwest
Mesa business moving out after storm damages building for second year
Jul 27, 2022 | AZ Family
Downtown Mesa shoe repairman ‘busy all day’
Jul 22, 2022 | Mesa Tribune
4 metro Phoenix bakeries for Bastille Day croissants
Jul 14, 2022 | Axios
The 38 Essential Restaurants in Phoenix
Jul 13, 2022 | Eater Phoenix
Downtown store ‘inspires’ wholesome food fans
Jul 13, 2022 | East Valley Tribune
Revitalization projects hitting downtown Mesa
Jul 10, 2022 | East Valley Tribune
Desert Eagle Brewing to close July 30 after 9+ years in downtown Mesa
Jul 8, 2022 | Mouth by Southwest
CO+HOOTS co-working community opens in Mesa at Benedictine University
Jul 3, 2022 | KTAR News
Fourth of July: Here’s where to see fireworks around the Valley
Jun 28, 2022 | ABC15
Meet Ivan Martinez | Commercial photographer & videographer
Jun 27, 2022 | Shoutout Arizona
AZ Craft Beer Awards & Festival Beer Review 15: Vamonos
Jun 22, 2022 | Phoenix Magazine
Why a Visit to Laloland in Mesa Is the Artsy Outing You Need
Jun 14, 2022 | Phoenix New Times
Organic Bean Cafe in Mesa Expands to Become an Arizona Wine Bar
Jun 9, 2022 | Phoenix New Times
Outdoor seating area permitted at Salsitas restaurant in Mesa
Jun 6, 2022 | Newsbreak
Developers in Phoenix are trading hotels for housing
Jun 6, 2022 | Axios
Level 1 Arcade Bar, Copper City Spirits coming to downtown Mesa
Jun 5, 2022 | KTAR News
Two New Restaurants Coming to Downtown Mesa as the City's Revitalization Continues
Jun 1, 2022 | EIN News
Utah-based FiiZ Drinks returns to Arizona with Mesa opening on Saturday
May 26, 2022 | Mouth by Southwest
Antique Plaza moves out of downtown Mesa
May 20, 2022 | Daily Independent
From bust to boom: Downtown Mesa reenergized with new businesses, restaurants and more
May 18, 2022 | 12NEWS
Mesa to move on downtown business incubator
May 18, 2022 | East Valley Tribune
Mesa steps out of the shadow of nearby Phoenix
May 17, 2022 | The Coast News
Mesa approves $1.6M property deal to serve up ‘restaurant incubator’
May 17, 2022 | KTAR News
Kyiv Bakery Bakehouse Donates Thousands of Bread Loaves to Feed Ukraine
May 17, 2022 | AZ Central
It's National Craft Beer Week: Celebrate at These New Metro Phoenix Breweries
May 16, 2022 | Phoenix New Times
Mesa to buy downtown property for restaurant incubator
May 16, 2022 | ABC15
Fiiz Opening soon, hiring for all shifts in Mesa, AZ
May 10, 2022 | Newsbreak
Lazy G, Oro & OHSO earn medals at prestigious World Beer Cup By Jess Harter • Thursday, May 5, 2022
May 5, 2022 | Mouth by Southwest
May 4: ‘May the Fourth Be With You’ at Cider Corps, Myke’s Pizza & Pair Cupworks in Mesa
May 4, 2022 | Mouth by Southwest
Your Guide to ZapCon 2022 in Downtown Mesa: Games, Schedule, and More
Apr 29, 2022 | Phoenix New Times
Mesa gets $300K for its downtown small business storefront improvement program
Apr 29, 2022 | KTAR News
Mesa Small Business Funding Available
Apr 26, 2022 | Signals AZ
Beer Research Institute Opens An Arcade and Tap Room in Downtown Mesa
Apr 26, 2022 | Phoenix New Times
Downtown Mesa Dining Guide: Must-try Restaurants in Historic Main Street District
Apr 22, 2022 | AZ Central
Mesa businesses collaborate on homeless issue
Apr 21, 2022 | East Valley Tribune
Where to Find the Best Mexican Food in Phoenix
Apr 19, 2022 | Thrillist
Small businesses make big improvements thanks to Mesa facade program
Apr 19, 2022 | ABC 15 Arizona
After brief closure, B.R.I. Taproom & Arcade reopens in downtown Mesa
Apr 13, 2022 | Mouth by Southwest
Check out the Food at Republica Empanada in Downtown Mesa
Apr 10, 2022 | AZ Central
Beer Research Institute Taproom & Arcade opens today in downtown Mesa
Apr 8, 2022 | Mouth by Southwest
Easter Eats: 9 Places to Dine and Drink Next Sunday
Apr 6, 2022 | Phoenix Magazine
10 Nerdy Things to Do This April in Metro Phoenix
Apr 4, 2022 | Phoenix New Times
Newly renovated Mesa temple prepares for Easter celebration
Apr 2, 2022 | 12NEWS
LDS Mesa Easter Pageant is Renewed, Ready for its Return after 3-year Hiatus
Apr 2, 2022 | AZ Central
Mesa hangs banners to honor Oscar-winning actor Troy Kotsur
Apr 1, 2022 | KJZZ
Downtown Mesa bakery owner helping Ukraine
Mar 30, 2022 | East Valley Tribune
Easter Events and Dining 2022
Mar 30, 2022 | Fabulous AZ
Can Mesa turn this boondoggle into a downtown boon?
Mar 27, 2022 | East Valley Tribune
Mesa veteran's cidery raising money for brain injury research
Mar 25, 2022 | ABC 15
CycloMesa Bicycle Festival
Mar 24, 2022 | Signals AZ
Get a delicious taste of Arizona at these 10 stops along the Fresh Foodie Trail
Mar 24, 2022 | USA Today
Mesa’s Día de los Muertos Celebration Just Won a National Award
Mar 22, 2022 | Phoenix New Times
Touring ASU's new Sidney Poitier New American Film School
Mar 21, 2022 | ABC 15
Mesa bakery owner helps to feed people in Ukraine
Mar 16, 2022 | 12NEWS
Local nonprofit donates bike helmets to Mesa police
Mar 15, 2022 | ABC15
NURISH Food Truck Is Health on Wheels
Mar 14, 2022 | Phoenix New Times
ChicagoFest West inaugural festival comes to downtown Mesa
Mar 13, 2022 | KTAR News
Russia-Ukraine War: Mesa baker raising money for Kyiv bakery that is helping to feed others amid the invasion
Mar 10, 2022 | FOX10
Mesa baker rallies support to help fellow Ukrainian bakery by feeding families
Mar 9, 2022 | AZ Family
Mesa Arizona Easter Pageant Officials Announce the Return of the Mesa Easter Pageant in April 2022
Mar 8, 2022 | WFMZ News
Tap Into Mesa Event Puts Spotlight on Downtown Mesa as Craft Beer Destination
Mar 8, 2022 | Phoenix Magazine
The Controversy of Fruits on Pizza
Mar 7, 2022 | The List
Local Foodie News
Mar 7, 2022 | Phoenix Magazine
Downtown Mesa to host beer, Blues and food festival on March 12
Mar 5, 2022 | KTAR News 92.3
Marketing Jargon on Egg Cartons
Mar 3, 2022 | Yahoo News
Uniquely Local: Downtown Mesa Rebrands Itself
Mar 3, 2022 | ABC 15
Jeff McVay talks Downtown Mesa development boom
Mar 2, 2022 | AZ BIG Podcast
Tap Into Mesa
Feb 28, 2022 | Patch.com
Mesa's 1st Post Office May See New Life after 10 Years Mostly Vacant
Feb 24, 2022 | AZCentral.com
Mayor Giles Gives Upbeat Look at State of Mesa
Feb 22, 2022 | East Valley Tribune
Tap Into Mesa Showcases Local Breweries
Feb 22, 2022 | MyLocalNews.com
Feds Boosting Mesa's Desire for a Streetcar
Feb 21, 2022 | East Valley Tribune
8th Annual Southwest Maker Fest Returns to Downtown Mesa
Feb 16, 2022 | AZ Foothills MagazIne
More than a Dozen Iconic Neon Signs Could Tell Stories of Mesa's Past
Feb 15, 2022 | AZCentral.com
Downtown Mesa Gets Rebranded in Hopes of Ditching Negative Perceptions
Feb 14, 2022 | Phoenix Business Journal
The Best Thing I Ate This Week
Feb 12, 2022 | AZCentral.com
Mesa Faces Another March without Spring Training as Major League Baseball's Labor Fight Drags on
Feb 10, 2022 | KJZZ
Mesa's First Therapy Cow Visits Mesa Seniors
Feb 9, 2022 | East Valley Tribune
Navajo Restaurant Coming Soon to Mesa
Feb 7, 2022 | Navajo Times
Twenty-three New Restaurants & Bars Now Open in Metro Phoenix
Feb 7, 2022 | AZCentral.com
ElectraMeccanica Offers Commercial Fleet Update with 20 Cars Delivered to 15 Customers
Feb 7, 2022 | Proactive Investors
Caliber will Hold Groundbreaking for The Commons of Mesa
Feb 4, 2022 | MENAFN
Tales from the Dark Side: The AZ Got Festival Makes its Debut in Downtown Mesa
Feb 3, 2022 | Phoenix New Times
Mesa OKs $8.1 million post office renovation
Feb 2, 2022 | East Valley Tribune
City gets grant for stations along 5-mile Mesa streetcar route
Jan 24, 2022 | ABC15
Phoenix Gets Grant for Stations Along 5-Mile Streetcar Route
Jan 24, 2022 | US News
Cider Corps signs distribution deal with Hensley
Jan 17, 2022 | AZ Big Media
Myke’s Pizza open for lunch in downtown Mesa
Jan 15, 2022 | Daily Independent
Art and Food Come Together in These 6 Phoenix Restaurants
Jan 15, 2022 | Phoenix New Times
Mexican cocktail bar & restaurant Espiritu opens in downtown Mesa
Jan 12, 2022 | Mouth by Southwest
The Owners of Bacanora and Tacos Chiwas Open a Buzzy New Cocktail Bar in Downtown Mesa
Jan 12, 2022 | AZCentral.com
Aged Like Fine Wine: ‘Wise Women Artists’ have Their Own Show
Jan 10, 2022 | Lovin' Life After 50

2021

2021 recap: A look at the attractions, bars, and restaurants that opened around Phoenix
Dec 31, 2021 | ABC 15
ASU's New Film School Director Wants Back-to-Basics Approach
Dec 29, 2021 | KJZZ
Coming Soon: Chiwas Tacos Owners to Unveil Espiritu in Mesa
Dec 28, 2021 | Mouth by Southwest
Downtown Mesa Dine Around
Dec 27, 2021 | East Valley Moms
Construction Now Underway at Mesa Arts District Lofts in Downtown Mesa
Dec 25, 2021 | Signals AZ
Save the date for Martin Luther King Parade and Festival in Mesa
Dec 24, 2021 | Daily Independent
Opus Breaks Ground on Mesa Arts District Lofts
Dec 22, 2021 | AZ Big Media
Mesa Arts District Lofts to Welcome Residents in 2023
Dec 20, 2021 | Fronteras
Meet the Working Mom Who Manages Mesa’s Main Street Harvest
Dec 13, 2021 | East Valley Moms
Mesa Tries to End Downtown "Grid" Lock
Dec 13, 2021 | East Valley Tribune
Mesa approves taxation deal for downtown development’s next phase
Dec 10, 2021 | ABC15
5 Best Cafes in Mesa
Dec 10, 2021 | Kev's Best
Shop at These 14 New Stores in Metro Phoenix
Dec 9, 2021 | AZCentral.com
Santa Making Several Visits to Mesa's Merry Main Street
Dec 6, 2021 | Signals AZ
Mesa International Film Festival Continues
Dec 2, 2021 | AJ/GC Independent
Caliber Announces the Commons of Mesa
Dec 2, 2021 | EINPresswire
Skating Rink to Open in Downtown Mesa
Dec 2, 2021 | East Valley Tribune
Over $500 Million in New Projects Coming to Downtown Mesa
Dec 1, 2021 | KJZZ
Mesa Polar Express is Back
Dec 1, 2021 | KTAR News
Cheryl Boone Issacs Set to Lead ASU's Sidney Poitier New American Film School
Nov 30, 2021 | Because of Them We Can
Merry Main Street in Mesa Tree Lighting
Nov 26, 2021 | ABC 15
12 Places to Shop Local on Small Business Saturday
Nov 26, 2021 | 12 News
Celebrate the Holiday Season with Merry Main Street in Downtown Mesa
Nov 25, 2021 | Signals AZ
Merry Main Street Kicks off Holiday Season in Mesa
Nov 25, 2021 | KTAR News
A 'Ghost Town' No More: Downtown Mesa now has $500M in development projects in the works
Nov 24, 2021 | Phoenix Business Journal
Coming Soon: Navajo Restaurant Hope's Frybread in Central Mesa
Nov 22, 2021 | Mouth by Southwest
Mesa Planning to Use COVID Relief to Build Restaurant "Incubator"
Nov 22, 2021 | 12 News
Cider Corps Puts a Seasonal Spin on Its Fruit Salad Cider
Nov 22, 2021 | Fox 10
Hundreds honor veterans at East Valley Veterans Day Parade
Nov 11, 2021 | ABC15
Trick or Treaters get a Jump Start on Halloween at Sweet Shops in Downtown Mesa
Oct 30, 2021 | Fox 10
All-day Fun for Halloween in Downtown Mesa
Oct 29, 2021 | ABC 15
Dia de los Muertos 2021 Festivals
Oct 20, 2021 | AZCentral.com
Jim Bob’s Burgers Pop-Up at Worth Takeaway
Oct 19, 2021 | Phoenix New Times
12 Events Happening in the Valley this October
Oct 1, 2021 | AZ Big Media
5 Best Thai Restaurants in Mesa, AZ
Sep 30, 2021 | Kev's Best
Shopping Guide to Local Bath & Beauty Shops
Sep 29, 2021 | Phoenix Magazine
Merry Main Street in Mesa Nov 26-Jan 2
Sep 25, 2021 | Daily Independent
The Best Things to Do in Phoenix This Weekend
Sep 24, 2021 | Phoenix New Times
Free Admission to Mesa Museums During I Love Mesa Day
Sep 21, 2021 | Daily Independent
Mesa Offers Free Events, Live Music, Kids Games to Draw Visitors Downtown
Sep 20, 2021 | Fronteras
I Love Mesa Day to Support Local Businesses Recovering from COVID-19 Pandemic
Sep 19, 2021 | KTAR News
Free Admission to City Museums During I Love Mesa Day
Sep 17, 2021 | SignalAZ
How Arizona Music Venues Got Congress’ Attention
Sep 17, 2021 | AZCentral.com
Meet Heather Nash, Nash Vintage Collective
Sep 15, 2021 | VoyagePhoenix
Local Art News
Sep 15, 2021 | Phoenix Magazine
More than 600 Games to Play
Sep 15, 2021 | ABC 15
"Craftery Row" is a Frothy Downtown Scene in Mesa
Sep 13, 2021 | East Valley Tribune
Pour Through This List of New Craft Beer Releases
Sep 9, 2021 | Phoenix Magazine
The Valley's Best Neighborhoods of 2021
Sep 9, 2021 | Phoenix Magazine
Mesa Arts Center Kicks off 2021-22 Season with Free Community Celebration: WONDERLAND
Sep 8, 2021 | City Sun Times
Cider Corps Releases Annual Summer Pie Cider
Sep 8, 2021 | Mouth by Southwest
After Renovations, the Temple in Mesa AZ is Reopening for Public Visits
Sep 7, 2021 | ABC 15
Live Music Plugs Back into Downtown Mesa
Aug 23, 2021 | East Valley Tribune
AZ Independent Music Venues to Require COVID-19 Vaccine or Negative Test to Attend Concerts
Aug 16, 2021 | ABC 15
Mesa Temple Ready for Visitors - Almost
Aug 11, 2021 | East Valley Tribune
5 Best Craft Breweries in Mesa, AZ
Aug 11, 2021 | Kev's Best
Downtown Mesa Vintage Shop & Stroll
Aug 11, 2021 | MyLocalNews.com
Mesa Contemporary Arts Museum Exhibitions Open Sept 10
Aug 9, 2021 | Daily Independent
Children's Library Opens in Downtown Mesa Branch
Aug 6, 2021 | East Valley Tribune
East Valley Veterans Parade Rolls on November 11
Aug 6, 2021 | Patch.com
2018 Winner of Food Network's Chopped is Joining Cider Corps at the Their New Gilbert Spot
Aug 3, 2021 | AZCentral.com
Valley 101 Explores the History Behind Mesa's Independent Energy Center
Aug 2, 2021 | AZCentral.com
Coming Soon: Hope's Frybread in Downtown Mesa
Aug 2, 2021 | Mouth by Southwest
Mayor Giles: Infrastructure Package Vital to Mesa
Aug 1, 2021 | East Valley Tribune
Meet the Singing Barbers Who are Doing Business in Downtown Mesa
Jul 30, 2021 | Fox 10
Once a Roadside Stand, Hope's Frybread Will Open a Brick-n-Mortar in Mesa
Jul 30, 2021 | Phoenix New Times
Customers Turn Tables on Service
Jul 30, 2021 | In Business Phoenix Magazine
A New Arcade is Coming to Downtown Mesa
Jul 29, 2021 | Phoenix New Times
Downtown Mesa Gallery Welcomes Exhibitors
Jul 29, 2021 | East Valley Tribune
Mesa Opens Extensive New Children's Library Inside Main Branch
Jul 28, 2021 | KTAR News
Coming Soon: Level 1 Arcade Bar in Downtown Mesa
Jul 28, 2021 | Mouth by Southwest
Level 1 Arcade Bar Opening Two-story Arcade and Bar in Downtown Mesa
Jul 28, 2021 | ABC 15
Taco Tuesday Trail
Jul 20, 2021 | Fabulous Arizona
Stroll Downtown Mesa's Taco Tuesday Trail Next Week
Jul 19, 2021 | Pulling Corks & Forks
Enjoy Some Tasty Tacos Around Mesa for Taco Tuesday Trail
Jul 18, 2021 | AZFamily.com
Downtown Mesa museums roll out new exhibits
Jul 8, 2021 | East Valley Tribune
Concerts Planned at Mesa Amphitheatre
Jul 6, 2021 | Daily Independent
Stay Inspired, Engaged this Summer at Mesa Museums
Jun 30, 2021 | Daily Independent
Redevelopment in and around Mesa Arizona Temple Shaping a New Downtown
Jun 29, 2021 | Daily Independent
7 Actually Fun Things to do in Phoenix This Weekend
Jun 28, 2021 | Thrillist
Rare Open House Planned for Mesa, Arizona Temple
Jun 27, 2021 | East Valley Tribune
Loyal Customer to Mesa's Il Vinaio Restaurant Becomes Employee
Jun 25, 2021 | Fox 10 Phoenix
Mesa Arizona Temple will Open for Public Tours this Fall after 3-Year Renovation
Jun 25, 2021 | AZCentral.com
Cider Corps' Mango Foxtrot Now Available Statewide Through Sprouts
Jun 24, 2021 | Mouth by Southwest
Vegan Block Party in Downtown Mesa for Juneteenth
Jun 18, 2021 | Fox 10
2 Stops for the Best Brew in East Valley
Jun 17, 2021 | Modern Luxury Scottsdale
Where to Celebrate the Juneteenth Holiday in Metro Phoenix
Jun 16, 2021 | Phoenix New Times
This Diné Chef is Opening a Fry Bread Restaurant in Downtown Mesa
Jun 9, 2021 | AZ Central
First Dish: Que Chevere
Jun 4, 2021 | Phoenix Magazine
Il Vinaio Passes the Test of Time Downtown with its Inventive Fare
Jun 4, 2021 | East Valley Tribune
Mesa Poised to Party Like it's 2019
May 30, 2021 | East Valley Tribune
We will capitalize on Mesa’s momentum
May 25, 2021 | East Valley Tribune
Mesa Honors Hometown Heroes Ahead of Memorial Day
May 25, 2021 | ABC 15
Mesa named a top 5 city for post-pandemic small business recovery in the U.S.
May 25, 2021 | FOX 10
The ultimate beer lover's guide to breweries, taprooms and craft beverage destinations in Mesa
May 22, 2021 | AZCentral
Step Back in Time at the Mesa Typewriter Exchange
May 14, 2021 | KJZZ 91.5
Landmark Mexican restaurant returns to Mesa
May 9, 2021 | The Mesa Tribune
Mesa restaurateur follows father’s dream
May 7, 2021 | East Valley Tribune
Movies Are Back. Here Are Seven Phoenix Venues Screening Flicks, Both Indoor and Outdoor
May 6, 2021 | Phoenix New Times
El Charro Restaurant & Cocktail Lounge reopens today in downtown Mesa
May 5, 2021 | Mouth by Southwest
Shop takes ice cream doughnut treats seriously
May 5, 2021 | Ahwatukee Foothills News
We're back: El Charro Restaurant & Cocktail Lounge is reopening in Mesa
May 4, 2021 | ABC15
Vendors converge at Downtown Mesa grocer
May 2, 2021 | Mesa Tribune
Mesa restaurateur follows father's dream
May 2, 2021 | The Mesa Tribune
Novel Ice Cream takes it's doughnut treats seriously
May 1, 2021 | The Entertainer! Magazine
6 Spots to Drink and Dine in Downtown Mesa
Apr 30, 2021 | Fabulous Arizona
Mesa launches ‘Volunteer Walk of Fame’
Apr 27, 2021 | East Valley Tribune
Owner’s daughter to relaunch iconic El Charro in downtown Mesa
Apr 27, 2021 | Mouth by Southwest
Downtown Mesa movie series will be under the stars
Apr 27, 2021 | Easy Valley Tribune
Kiosks installed in downtown Mesa
Apr 23, 2021 | Daily Independent
Mesa creates Volunteer Walk of Fame
Apr 23, 2021 | Daily Independent
Mesa florist: cartels helped flowers stay fresh
Apr 23, 2021 | East Valley Tribune
Phoenix’s 19 Most Iconic Dishes
Apr 21, 2021 | Eater Phoenix
ASU names leader for film school in Mesa
Apr 20, 2021 | East Valley Tribune
This Eastern-fusion specialty coffee cafe is tucked inside Cider Corps
Apr 16, 2021 | Mesa Legend
New book tags ‘100 Things to Do in Mesa’
Apr 16, 2021 | East Valley Tribune
Sterling Real Estate Expands Arizona Portfolio with Pennytree Apartment Acquisition in Mesa
Apr 13, 2021 | ReBusiness Online
Vegan Vietnamese-style iced coffee offered at Mesa’s Pair Coffee & Tea
Apr 9, 2021 | Daily Independent
City continues Hometown Heroes Banners
Apr 9, 2021 | East Valley Tribune
Mesa shop elevates coffee to a new level
Apr 8, 2021 | East Valley Tribune
Couple’s Mexican fare finds 3’s a charm
Apr 6, 2021 | East Valley Tribune
Phoenix’s Crispiest, Juiciest Chicken Sandwiches
Apr 5, 2021 | Eater Phoenix
Downtown Mesa Farmer's Market relocates to Mesa Arts Center
Apr 4, 2021 | Fox10
Local author and travel expert reveals Mesa’s most iconic and unique destinations
Apr 2, 2021 | Daily Independent
A Vaccine Site for Arizona Brewers? It's Happening.
Apr 2, 2021 | Phoenix New Times
Downtown Mesa Farmer's Market
Apr 2, 2021 | Fox10
Local Mask Mandates Are Gone. Here's How One Arizona Business Owner Is Handling It
Mar 29, 2021 | KJZZ 91.5
Cider Corps in Mesa named 5th-best cidery in U.S. in USA Today contest
Mar 29, 2021 | Mouth by Southwest
Mesa looks to renovate police headquarters
Mar 24, 2021 | East Valley Tribune
Farmers market has moved to Mesa Arts Center
Mar 23, 2021 | East Valley Tribune
Cannon Beach: Developer bringing 40-acre surf lagoon, entertainment complex to Mesa
Mar 23, 2021 | ABC15
14 Exciting New Restaurants to Try in Phoenix
Mar 22, 2021 | Eater Phoenix
Novel Ice Cream, home of the doughnut sandwich, opens in downtown Mesa
Mar 19, 2021 | Mouth by Southwest
Surprise! Novel Ice Cream opens second location in downtown Mesa
Mar 17, 2021 | ABC15
Celebrate St. Patrick’s Day with these Dining and Entertainment Specials
Mar 16, 2021 | AZ Foothills
Mesa panel OKs ‘flipping’ motel to studio apartments
Mar 16, 2021 | East Valley Tribune
Mesa hopes to invest some COVID relief funds into small businesses
Mar 16, 2021 | ABC15
Pedal Haus to join fast-growing list of brewpubs in downtown Mesa
Mar 15, 2021 | Mouth by Southwest
Tucson Vegan Baker rises above during a pandemic
Mar 13, 2021 | Arizona Daily Star
Roundup: Black Restaurant Week, Four Peaks Solar Seltzer, and Guy Fieri Is Back
Mar 12, 2021 | Phoenix New Times
Downtown Dash Delivery in Mesa
Mar 11, 2021 | Good Morning Arizona
Tenants getting in the groove with The Grove
Mar 10, 2021 | East Valley Tribune
Where to Celebrate St. Patrick’s Day in Phoenix
Mar 10, 2021 | FabAZ
Pedal Haus Brewery to open biergarten in downtown Mesa
Mar 9, 2021 | abc15
Valley restaurants have mixed reactions to Ducey lifting Covid restrictions
Mar 8, 2021 | Phoenix Business Journal
Mesa Council debates downtown project boom
Mar 7, 2021 | East Valley Tribune
Downtown Mesa Farmer’s Market Moves to Mesa Arts Center
Mar 5, 2021 | My Local News - AZ
Here’s how Mesa has boosted businesses during pandemic
Mar 5, 2021 | AZ Big Media
Downtown Mesa business specializes in vintage Arizona
Mar 5, 2021 | Easy Valley Tribune
Coming Soon to the East Valley: The Beer Research Institute, Boondocks Grill, and Alton Brown
Mar 5, 2021 | Phoenix New Times
Downtown Mesa Farmers Market moves to Mesa Arts Center on Saturday
Mar 5, 2021 | Mouth by Southwest
New vintage store opens in Mesa
Mar 4, 2021 | FOX 10 News
Thirsty Thursday Top 10: Ranking the New Craft Beers for the first Weekend of March
Mar 4, 2021 | Phoenix Magazine
Beer Research Institute to open taproom & arcade in downtown Mesa
Mar 3, 2021 | Mouth by Southwest
Spring Training 2021 Food Specials and Drink Deals in Greater Phoenix
Feb 27, 2021 | Phoenix New Times
Light rail, ASU and local businesses have downtown Mesa primed for a new 'golden age'
Feb 26, 2021 | KJZZ 91.5
Herb N Smoke food truck launches restaurant in downtown Mesa
Feb 26, 2021 | Mouth by Southwest
10 GREAT KIDS ACTIVITIES NEAR PHOENIX, ARIZONA
Feb 26, 2021 | Create. Play. Travel
Downtown Mesa Is on the Cusp of a Second Golden Age
Feb 24, 2021 | Phoenix New Times
10 Next-Level Phoenix Breweries Setting the Bar
Feb 22, 2021 | Eater Phoenix
Mesa restaurants ready to ‘platter up!’ for baseball
Feb 14, 2021 | Easy Valley Tribune
Outdoor Dining - Mesa Sets Up Dining Communal Area
Feb 12, 2021 | Fox10
Roundup: Devour Details, Pasta at Pa’la Downtown, and Another ALDI
Feb 12, 2021 | Phoenix New Times
Downtown Mesa serves up socially distanced outdoor dining area
Feb 12, 2021 | KTAR News 92.3 FM
City of Mesa Inviting People to Eat Outside
Feb 11, 2021 | Fox10
Food Delivery Service Kicks Off Today - Downtown Dash will Deliver Order to al Fresco Off Main in Mesa
Feb 11, 2021 | ABC15
Outdoor Dining - Mesa Sets Up Dining Communal Area
Feb 11, 2021 | Fox10
Food Delivery Service Kicks Off Today - Downtown Dash will Deliver Order to al Fresco Off Main in Mesa
Feb 11, 2021 | ABC15
Outdoor Dining - Mesa Sets Up Dining Communal Area
Feb 11, 2021 | Fox10
Mesa launches food delivery to downtown communal dining area
Feb 11, 2021 | Daily Independent
Downtown Dash Delivery in Mesa
Feb 10, 2021 | azfamily 3TV
Downtown Dash Delivery in Mesa
Feb 10, 2021 | azfamily 3TV
Downtown Mesa adds free delivery & live music to new outdoor dining area
Feb 10, 2021 | Mouth by Southwest
Cider Corps’ Jason Duren makes national magazine’s annual list of ‘Rising Stars’
Feb 10, 2021 | Mouth by Southwest
Spiritual Art: Mesa exhibitions take new views on religion
Feb 8, 2021 | The Entertainer! Magazine
Gus's World Famous Fried Chicken opens in downtown Mesa; two more locations planned
Jan 27, 2021 | ABC15
Mesa Venezuelan restaurant thriving after opening during the heart of the pandemic
Jan 26, 2021 | ABC15
Gus’s World Famous Fried Chicken opens in downtown Mesa today
Jan 25, 2021 | Mouth by Southwest
Proof Bread finds its new home in downtown Mesa; opens Main Street Harvest
Jan 21, 2021 | ABC15
Downtown Mesa's Al Fresco off Main Had a Great First Weekend
Jan 19, 2021 | Phoenix New Times
Al Fresco off Main: Downtown Mesa opens outdoor, community dining spot
Jan 15, 2021 | ABC15
Downtown Mesa to debut Al Fresco Off Main outdoor dining area today
Jan 15, 2021 | Mouth by Southwest

2020

Proof to host holiday market in downtown Mesa this week
Dec 21, 2020 | Mouth by Southwest
Mesa Contemporary Arts Museum reopening
Dec 20, 2020 | East Valley Tribune
Dining Guide: All Day in Downtown Mesa
Dec 14, 2020 | Phoenix New Times
Food truck Herb n Smoke to launch BBQ restaurant in downtown Mesa
Dec 8, 2020 | Mouth by Southwest
Pandemic doesn’t stop sound of music at Milano’s
Dec 8, 2020 | Gilbert Sun News
Famed Chicken Eatery Eyes January Opening Downtown
Dec 8, 2020 | East Valley Tribune
10 Phoenix Burritos That Will Satisfy Any Size Craving
Nov 30, 2020 | Eater Phoenix
Mesa Council OKs Downtown Shade Structure
Nov 25, 2020 | East Valley Tribune
Mesa not letting COVID-19 Spoil the Season
Nov 23, 2020 | East Valley Tribune
Que Chevere Is the Latest Sign of a Rising Mesa
Nov 20, 2020 | Phoenix New Times
Strange Encounters comes to downtown Mesa with whimsical pumpkin displays
Oct 16, 2020 | ABC15
Arizona Museum of Natural History, i.d.e.a. Museum in Mesa to reopen on Oct. 31
Oct 8, 2020 | ABC15
Proof Bread launches fundraiser for new home in downtown Mesa
Oct 5, 2020 | Mouth by Southwest
Local and Worldwide Communities Donate to Mesa-Based Proof Bread's Relocation
Oct 5, 2020 | Phoenix New Times
Day Trip: Main Street Mesa
Sep 17, 2020 | Phoenix Magazine
Love Your Downtown: Mesa
Aug 26, 2020 | Phoenix Magazine
Gus’s World Famous Fried Chicken coming to downtown Mesa
Aug 20, 2020 | Mouth by Southwest
Tacos Chiwas opens 3rd Valley location in downtown Mesa
Aug 18, 2020 | Mouth by Southwest
Tacos Chiwas to open its 3rd Valley location in downtown Mesa
Aug 11, 2020 | Mouth by Southwest