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Desert Palms, a rebranded shopping center (by its new owners) near Alma School and Warner now is 75% leased with PetSmart open and Burlington plus Ross set to open in October, and a neighborhood meeting to discuss restaurant development is scheduled for Sept.

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Good Neighbor 101 classes offered by Chandler's Neighborhood Programs Office begin on Sept.

16 at the ASU Chandler Innovation Center (249 E. Chicago St.), where three 90-minute sessions during September will help residents learn about city services; those attending all sessions may win up to $1,000 for a neighborhood event.

Casteel High School stagecraft students learn hands-on to produce plays and musicals as teacher Jack Pieza guides them in designing sets (and working on costumes) that invite community attendance.

Their projects highlight local talent and build creative skills.

Opus completed Envision 56, a 125,258 sqft industrial project for small and midsized users near North 56th Street and West Chandler Boulevard that offers quick access to Loop 202, Loop 101 and I-10.

CBRE is now marketing the two buildings (37,289 sqft and 87,969 sqft) for sale or lease.

Golden Neighbors is kicking off the 2026-27 program with a free movie screening on Tuesday, Sept.

15 at Majestic Neighborhood Cinema Grill-Chandler, located at 4955 S.-Arizona Ave. Attendees will receive free popcorn and drinks, with RSVP required by Wednesday, Sept. 9.

Anthea Harrison, 86, of Sun Lakes completed her 1,000th strength-building class after attending a community college seminar — a milestone that shows her commitment to health and personal growth.

Today, a new state report shows that while Arizona's rent levels are stabilizing & home construction is at a decade high, communities including Chandler still face a significant housing challenge.

The findings suggest that further efforts are needed to ensure affordable options for local families.

Chandler's Neighborhood Programs Office will host Good Neighbor 101 starting Sept.

16, with three free 90-minute sessions held from 4 to 5:30 p.m. at ASU Chandler Innovation Center (249 E. Chicago St) where residents learn about city services and can win up to $1,000 for neighborhood events.