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04/10/2026

🧾 Got old documents piling up? Don’t just toss them—shred them safely 🔒

Join us for a FREE Community Shred & eWaste Event and protect your personal info while giving back to the community 💙

Bring your old paperwork, electronics, and even donate water or school supplies!

📍 Ellsworth & Guadalupe
🗓 Saturday, April 18 | 8AM–12PM

04/10/2026

📢 Community Garage Sale Event! 📢

🗓️ Date: April 11
⏰ Time: 7:00 AM
📍 Locations: Augusta Ranch & Santa Rita Ranch

Get ready for a morning of amazing finds and great deals! 🛒✨ Explore both Augusta Ranch and Santa Rita Ranch as neighbors come together to offer hidden treasures, unique items, home goods, furniture, clothing, and so much more—all in one place!

👥 Bring your friends, tag your neighbors, and don’t miss this fun community shopping event!

04/02/2026

🏡 Big changes are coming to Southeast Mesa! Nearly 600 new homes and apartments just got the green light—what does this mean for the community, amenities, and your neighborhood?

From Liv at Eastmark to Haven at Hawes, these developments promise new housing options, parks, and even pickleball courts. Are you ready to see the East Valley grow?

🔗 Read more here: https://85209.com/mesanews/nearly-600-new-homes-and-apartments-approved-in-southeast-mesa/

Mesa approves nearly 600 new homes and apartments in Southeast Mesa, including Eastmark-area developments and new family communities.

03/27/2026

🚧 Big changes are coming to Southeast Mesa… and this is one you’ll definitely feel 👀

The long-awaited connection between Elliot & Guadalupe on Crismon Road is moving forward with funding and design progress—bringing us one step closer to smoother commutes, better access, and major growth in the area.

This project will help close a key gap in the road network and improve north-south connectivity as Mesa continues to expand rapidly.

Translation? 🚗 Less congestion, easier travel, and even more momentum for the East Valley.

🔗 Read more: https://85209.com/mesanews/crismon-road-connection-from-elliot-to-guadalupe-takes-step-forward-with-funding-and-design-progress/

Mesa’s Crismon Road connection between Elliot and Guadalupe is moving ahead with funding and design underway.

03/27/2026

Mesquite Canyon Community Garage Sale! 📢
🗓️ Date: Saturday, March 28
⏰ Time: 7:00 AM
📍 Location: Mesquite Canyon

Join us for the Mesquite Canyon Community Garage Sale! 🛒✨ Explore amazing bargains, hidden treasures, and unique finds — from home goods and furniture to clothing and collectibles, there’s something for everyone!

👥 Spread the word & bring your friends and neighbors!

03/25/2026

🚨 Big things are happening right here in Mesa… and it’s only getting bigger 👀

Arizona Athletic Grounds is quickly becoming a national hotspot for sports, events, and community growth—bringing in millions of visitors, major tournaments, and game-changing partnerships.

From elite competitions to nonstop events, this momentum isn’t just exciting—it’s boosting the entire local economy and putting Mesa on the map in a BIG way.

If you’ve been watching this area… now you know why 👏

🔗 Read more: https://85209.com/mesanews/arizona-athletic-grounds-sees-major-growth-as-events-and-partnerships-drive-momentum/

Arizona Athletic Grounds reports 2.8M visitors, major partnerships, and rising events, strengthening its role as a top sports tourism destination in Mesa.

03/23/2026

Did you get your issue of Your Community Connection? If not, or if you prefer to read online, you can check out the digital version here. 👇

📰 Inside the April 2026 Issue:
🗂️ FREE Shred & eWaste Event — Saturday, April 18. Safely dispose of old documents and electronics right here in East Mesa.
🏗️ New Developments Underway — See what's being built in 85209 & 85212 and what it means for our community.
💧 Mesa Hydration Campaign — How to donate water to help our neighbors this summer.
🏡 Recent Home Sales — Find out what homes are selling for in your neighborhood.

Tap the link to flip through the full digital edition!

Your April 2026 East Mesa newsletter is here! Shred & eWaste Event April 18, new developments in 85209 & 85212, Mesa Hydration Campaign, and recent home sales.

03/20/2026

🎉 Mesa is being honored on the national stage! 🎉

Vice Mayor Scott Somers and Fire & Medical Chief Mary Cameli have been named two of America’s 250 Public Service Champions, recognizing their leadership and dedication as the nation marks 250 years of independence. 🇺🇸

From community service to trailblazing careers, these leaders are putting Mesa in the spotlight! 🔥 Read how they earned this prestigious honor:
👉 https://85209.com/mesanews/mesa-leaders-recognized-nationally-as-public-service-champions-ahead-of-americas-250th-anniversary/

Mesa Vice Mayor Scott Somers and Fire Chief Mary Cameli earn national recognition as Public Service Champions ahead of America’s 250th anniversary.

03/14/2026

📢 Villages of Eastridge Community Garage Sale!

🗓️ Date: Saturday, March 14
⏰ Time: 7:00 AM
📍 Location: Villages of Eastridge

Get ready for a morning of great deals and exciting finds at the Villages of Eastridge Community Garage Sale! 🛍️✨ Browse a variety of items all in one neighborhood—from home goods and furniture to clothing, collectibles, and more. There’s something for everyone and plenty of treasures waiting to be discovered!

👥 Tell your friends and neighbors and come join the fun!

03/11/2026

🏁🚓 Race the badge in Mesa!

The Mesa Police Department is hosting the Mesa PD Grand Prix on March 19 at Golfland Sunsplash — and the community is invited.

During this spring break event, families can watch (or join!) officers racing go-karts, meet local police, and enjoy a fun morning at one of Mesa’s most popular family entertainment spots. It’s all about building connections, sharing laughs, and creating a positive experience for the community.

🎥 Watch the preview and read the full story here:
👉 https://85209.com/local/events/mesa-police-department-invites-community-to-grand-prix-event-at-golfland-sunsplash/

03/10/2026

🌟 Big things are coming to downtown Apache Junction! 🌟

A massive 47‑acre land sale for $5.8M could set the stage for exciting new housing, amenities, and community‑centric destinations right in the heart of Apache Junction. This property sits steps away from where the City’s master plan envisions restaurants, walkable retail, and eventually a hotel overlooking the Superstition Mountains, all designed to bring more life downtown.

Already in motion nearby are new residential developments like the 100‑unit Skyline Towns community with clubhouse, pool, pickleball courts, dog park and more, bringing residents closer to daily conveniences.

And this land sale adds to a growing wave of planned projects, including other multifamily communities and retail opportunities that could mean new places to eat, shop, work, and play right here at home.

This isn’t just growth — it’s a community transformation that could give Apache Junction a vibrant downtown people are proud to call their own. 💛

Read the article below to learn more!

47 acres in downtown Apache Junction sold for $5.8M, unlocking opportunities for mixed-use growth and housing in the expanding East Valley.

03/05/2026

📢 Mulberry Community Garage Sale!

🗓️ Date: Saturday, March 7
⏰ Time: 7:00 AM – 12:00 PM
📍 Location: Mulberry Community

Get ready for a morning of treasure hunting at the Mulberry Community Garage Sale! 🛍️✨ Discover amazing deals, unique finds, and hidden gems from homes all around the neighborhood. From furniture and home décor to clothes, tools, and collectibles — you never know what great bargain you’ll find!

👥 Bring your friends and neighbors! Tag someone who loves a good garage sale and come enjoy the fun.

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