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.

The Mesa Police Department has brought back its summer safety initiative on juvenile violations to keep the community sa...
06/10/2026

The Mesa Police Department has brought back its summer safety initiative on juvenile violations to keep the community safe, peaceful and fun for everyone.

MPD calls it Operation Chill Summer II. Link in first comment.

The city of Mesa had events all year leading up to this July 4 in the nationwide celebration of America’s 250th annivers...
06/10/2026

The city of Mesa had events all year leading up to this July 4 in the nationwide celebration of America’s 250th anniversary of the signing of the Declaration of Independence. They included service projects, neighborhood celebrations, cultural programming and educational events to honor America. Link in first comment.

Audrey Gabriel faces felony and misdemeanor charges in connection with threatening motel guests with a knife and assault...
06/10/2026

Audrey Gabriel faces felony and misdemeanor charges in connection with threatening motel guests with a knife and assaulting a Mesa firefighter during her arrest early Tuesday morning, police said. Link in first comment.

Aqua-Tots Swim School and Family Life Radio are now accepting donations for the Ultimate Baby Shower, an annual baby sup...
06/10/2026

Aqua-Tots Swim School and Family Life Radio are now accepting donations for the Ultimate Baby Shower, an annual baby supplies donation drive for expecting families in need. Link in first comment.

Arizona schools are still struggling with a major teacher shortage as thousands of educators leave the profession each y...
06/09/2026

Arizona schools are still struggling with a major teacher shortage as thousands of educators leave the profession each year and districts work to keep classrooms staffed. Link in first comment.

Events are scheduled at Usery Mountain Regional Park, 3939 N. Usery Pass Road (North Ellsworth Road) in Mesa. Link in fi...
06/09/2026

Events are scheduled at Usery Mountain Regional Park, 3939 N. Usery Pass Road (North Ellsworth Road) in Mesa. Link in first comment.

Voters in November will decide if the city of Mesa can sell $285 million in bonds to be used for public safety and trans...
06/09/2026

Voters in November will decide if the city of Mesa can sell $285 million in bonds to be used for public safety and transportation projects. Link in first comment.

Free one-on-one business advising and professional consulting opportunities return to Mesa for small businesses on July ...
06/08/2026

Free one-on-one business advising and professional consulting opportunities return to Mesa for small businesses on July 7 through the Mesa Business Builder Small Business Assistance Program. Link in first comment.

Valley gas prices dropped for the second straight week, falling 15 cents a gallon to $4.57 a gallon on average.The price...
06/06/2026

Valley gas prices dropped for the second straight week, falling 15 cents a gallon to $4.57 a gallon on average.

The prices reflects a 35 cent a gallon drop from a month ago, when prices were hovering near $5 a gallon. Link in first comment.

The Mesa City Council at a meeting June 8 is to make a recommendation to the Arizona Department of Liquor License and Co...
06/05/2026

The Mesa City Council at a meeting June 8 is to make a recommendation to the Arizona Department of Liquor License and Control for ACF North Mesa LLC, 1927 N. Gilbert Road Suite No. 13. Link in first comment.

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