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Olympic gold medalist Amanda Borden runs Gold Medal Gymnastics in Chandler where kids of all abilities train in gymnastics, dance and Ninja courses using her innovative S.T.A.R Program — designed to build balance, confidence and social skills for future success.

Baird hired Jesse Wilson as a certified financial planner for its Chandler wealth management office; Wilson brings 20+ years of experience and previously managed $220 million in client assets at Edelman Financial Engines.

Under a new Arizona law, local law enforcement must now post missing child alerts on social media within 24 hours to speed up the search process.

Officials say the rule is designed to bring quicker attention to cases.

Arizona K-12 educators can apply for grants through the Fiesta Sports Foundation Wishes for Teachers program until Sept.

30; the initiative, now in its 11th year, will randomly award 500 $2,500 grants and funding to six schools and has already supported over 3,100 teachers & 1 million students since 2016.

ASU professor Randy Cerveny said a brewing super El Niño will bring above normal rain this fall and winter to the Southwest, boosting reservoir levels for east Valley residents while raising flash flood risks in wildfire affected areas.

Sixty models from Chandler and Mesa's Adaptive Recreation programs walked in an Old Hollywood-themed fashion show this weekend after six weeks of runway rehearsals, and the event included a silent auction + raffle to support future classes and field trips for individuals with disabilities.

The Southeast Valley Branch of the American Association of University Women is hosting its fall 'Welcome Back' social, set for 5:30 p.m. Monday, Oct.

19, at Oakwood Country Club in Sun Lakes near Chandler. Membership is open to those with an associate degree or higher.

The Arts Commission approved an ostrich statue for Dr. A.J.

Chandler Park as part of its renovation, in time for the Tumbleweed Christmas Tree lighting in November. Artist Matt Babcock will create the 6 ft tall sculpture to honor the city’s festival legacy—supported by city funds, Art Commission, and a local contractor.