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The Southeast Valley Chapter AAUW earned national Five-Star recognition for reaching program goals by supporting local women and girls with scholarships, STEM classes, and educational events — a milestone that reflects 36 years of dedicated service in Chandler, Gilbert, and Sun Lakes.

A WalletHub analysis finds that residents in Gilbert spend 1.32% of their income on groceries—the fifth-lowest rate nationwide.

Nearby cities like Scottsdale and Chandler also benefit from affordable grocery costs.

La Popular Cocina Mexicana will open at Chandler Fashion Center in fall 2027 and offer a gourmet dining experience with craft cocktails + artisan spirits, including favorites like the watermelon hibiscus margarita and Forbidden Paradise Mule.

Chandler City Council approved an expanded contract to add cancer screenings for police through Vincere Cancer Center in September + $1.1 million in increased funding supports first responder health, with Councilmember Christine Ellis—a former nurse—long advocating for enhanced screenings.

AAA Arizona said in an Oct.

8 release that gas prices dropped 7 cents per gallon to an average of $4.73 across the Valley last week — though prices remain nearly $1 higher than a year ago, leaving gas in Chandler at historic highs.

Chuck E. Cheese launched Adventure World today at 2770 E.

Germann Road to give older kids a bigger play space with a climbing structure and a toddler area (plus claw machines and Kid Check security that matches parents with children). The company plans to open more Adventure World locations in the future.

Chandler has been named the No. 3 city for affordable, connected living in a study by HostingAdvice.com that analyzed 123 cities on housing affordability + digital connectivity, economic conditions and quality of life.

The strong digital profile is credited for boosting the city's ranking.

The local events calendar highlights upcoming activities across the Valley, including art walks, food festivals, and seasonal attractions in Chandler, Mesa, and Tempe (and elsewhere).

It provides details and dates on a wide range of community events available through next year.