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2022

Small businesses make big improvements thanks to Mesa facade program
Apr 19, 2022 | ABC 15 Arizona
Uniquely Local: Downtown Mesa Rebrands Itself
Mar 3, 2022 | ABC 15
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
Art and Food Come Together in These 6 Phoenix Restaurants
Jan 15, 2022 | Phoenix New Times
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

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
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
Mesa Tries to End Downtown "Grid" Lock
Dec 13, 2021 | East Valley Tribune
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
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
Mesa Opens Extensive New Children's Library Inside Main Branch
Jul 28, 2021 | KTAR News
Downtown Mesa Gallery Welcomes Exhibitors
Jul 28, 2021 | East Valley Tribune
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
2 Stops for the Best Brew in East Valley
Jul 17, 2021 | Modern Luxury Scottsdale
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
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
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 | KJEE 91.5
Landmark Mexican restaurant returns to Mesa
May 9, 2021 | The Mesa Tribune
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
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
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
Downtown Mesa Farmer's Market
Apr 2, 2021 | Fox10
14 Exciting New Restaurants to Try in Phoenix
Mar 22, 2021 | Eater Phoenix
Mesa hopes to invest some COVID relief funds into small businesses
Mar 16, 2021 | ABC15
Downtown Dash Delivery in Mesa
Mar 11, 2021 | Good Morning Arizona
Valley restaurants have mixed reactions to Ducey lifting Covid restrictions
Mar 8, 2021 | Phoenix Business Journal
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
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
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

2020

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
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