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A Mesa father carried his four children through flames after his 6-year-old daughter woke the family to alert them of a fire. Despite severe burns, all six family members are stable and making progress.
Eight-time X Games gold medalist Colby Raha will attempt to break the world record for the highest motorbike quarter pipe jump this weekend, launching 100 vertical feet over a surf pool in Mesa. The daredevil stunt caps a festival showcasing extreme sports achievements that push human limits.
Mesa County Animal Services is recruiting volunteers to help shelter animals stay healthy, socialized, and ready for loving homes. No experience required—just a willingness to show up and make a difference.
A fourth-grade teacher who helped a brain injury survivor earn two A's is using his award money to stock up on classroom essentials and help families afford field trips. After 22 years in the classroom, Jean-Pierre Thompson says the recognition reminded him he's making a real difference.
Two dozen STEM students from underrepresented backgrounds just earned their tickets to California's top universities. The Gavilan College MESA program celebrated its 10th year of turning determination into degrees.
Southern California just made electric vehicle ownership far easier with a new charging center that lets drivers shop, work, and relax while powering up. The Costa Mesa facility features 40 fast chargers, a grocery market, and free WiFi in a comfortable lounge.
Motocross rider Colby Raha will attempt to soar 300 feet over a Mesa surf park on January 31st, pushing the boundaries of what's physically possible on two wheels. The record-breaking event pairs extreme sports with live music for a night Arizona has never seen before.
A Colorado hospital just donated $250,000 to ensure seniors keep getting hot meals delivered to their doors for the next five years. After 35 years of running the program, St. Mary's Hospital is partnering with a nonprofit to help even more people.
A Mesa family of six is recovering after a quick-thinking 6-year-old woke her parents during a condo fire, giving her dad crucial seconds to carry all four children through flames to safety. Despite severe burns, all six family members are stable and showing progress.
Colorado Mesa University cut its heating and cooling costs in half by tapping underground energy, saving $15 million since 2008. The savings went directly to students through lower tuition and more scholarships.
Eight Grand Junction High School seniors just received life-changing news: $5,000 scholarships to Colorado Mesa University, renewable every year. The new partnership brings real hope to local families worried about college costs.
Sixteen volunteers partnered with Mesa County to plant native trees and shrubs at Clifton Nature Park, restoring habitat damaged by invasive species. The community effort brought together disc golfers, nonprofit workers, and county staff to rebuild the local ecosystem one plant at a time.
A Mesa boy who helped his neighbor during cancer recovery received a surprise thank-you gift. Thomas, recovering from stage 4 brain cancer, bought Cristian a professional skateboard to repay his selfless kindness.
When a Mesa boy noticed his neighbor struggling after a three-month hospital stay for brain cancer, he stepped up to help without being asked. His kindness earned him an unexpected gift that brought their friendship full circle.
Seven-time X Games gold medalist Colby Raha is preparing to make history with a 92-meter jump over a surf park in Mesa, Arizona. The record-breaking attempt combines athletic courage with precision engineering.
Colorado Mesa University volunteers helped triple the number of families getting free tax prep last year, putting thousands of dollars back in community members' pockets. Now the student-run program is back for 2026, offering IRS-certified help through April.
The Orange County Fair isn't just cotton candy and carnival rides. A new economic study reveals the beloved summer tradition pumps $331 million into the local economy and sustains nearly 6,000 jobs.
A Colorado university cut its heating and cooling costs in half using underground pipes that tap Earth's constant temperature. The savings have funded lower tuition and more scholarships for students.
A tiny mountain community's 43-year tradition of outdoor movies funds their all-volunteer fire department. After a deadly wildfire took three firefighters' lives, the beloved fundraiser returns with renewed purpose.
In Lone Pine, California, Indigenous leaders and environmental advocates are building powerful coalitions to protect 14,000 acres of sacred desert from unchecked development. Their advocacy has already secured major environmental safeguards.
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