Mesa runoff day shapes the six candidate race for city council
The Mesa Tribune urges informed voters as runoff day arrives to decide among six candidates for three council seats. Incumbents Jim Stapley and Pat Gilbert seek re election with challengers Mike Graves Joan Payne Joan Newth and David Molina. Key issues include police and fire chiefs, Williams Gateway Airport redevelopment, and downtown Mesa revitalization.
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Mesa City
Jim Stapley
Pat Gilbert
Mike Graves
Joan Payne
Joan Newth
David Molina
Williams Gateway Airport
Charles Luster
Intel to Build 1.3 Billion Chandler Plant Draws Tax Debate
Intel announced a 1.3 billion plant in south Chandler expected to employ nearly 2000 people and add over 338 million to the local economy. Chandler offered tax credits and exemptions totaling tens of millions while the state designated a foreign trade zone, with the city funding a wastewater plant to support the project. The piece weighs whether such incentives justify the public cost, noting Chandler’s strategic decision to accept fewer breaks for a larger, more valuable development.
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Intel
Albuquerque
New Mexico
War on drugs and personal recovery journey
A reflective piece from Colorado author Marisa Getz Gilbert discusses rising drug abuse among youth, urges balance between law enforcement and addressing underlying causes, and emphasizes addiction as a disease requiring personal dedication and support for recovery. The writer questions societal responses and highlights emotional pain and abuse as factors in addiction.
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Marisa Getz Gilbert
Disciples House controversy and released prisoners
A Red Mountain Christian Center board member defends Disciples House and Ike Guess, arguing the church does not run the facility and that the state’s judicial system bears fault. He notes the center only aids with monthly missions and warns that public scrutiny could close the house, affecting dozens of residents including children. The piece calls for accountability of leaders and prospects for reintegration of ex cons.
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Red Mountain Christian Center
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KJZZ 91.5 FM Overview
A concise description of KJZZ 91.5 FM as a radio station contrasts with loud brash formats and hidden motives. It frames the station as a measured, thoughtful broadcaster, offering a restrained and purposeful programming approach rather than hype.
State Capitol is Candyland for lobbyists
Commentary criticizes the legislature for arrogance and election-year economic tricks, calling the Capitol a playground for lobbyists. The piece targets trivial tax rebates and insensitivity to the needs of the less fortunate, reflecting a hostile editorial stance from the Mesa based writer.
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