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The Chandler Fire Department reported only two drowning calls so far in 2026—down from 14 in 2025—as part of a drowning awareness effort.

The city will host a Water You Doing event at Desert Oasis Aquatic Center on Aug. 15 at noon to promote water safety.

PetSmart opened its 1,700th store last month at Sun Village Towne Center (northeast corner of Alma School and Warner roads) in north Chandler.

The store spans over 18,000 sqft and featured live caricature drawings, treats, and giveaways to mark the occasion.

Cien Agaves Chandler is now open at the southwest corner of 54th Street and Ray Road in west Chandler — the establishment shares its parking lot with Longhorn Steakhouse and offers gourmet tacos, fajitas, cocktails, and tequilas, opening daily at 11 a.m.

Chandler Unified coaches have begun the school year with unchanged stipends despite their increased workload.

Athletics Director Shawn Rustad said he may ask for a stipend review when funds allow + the district faces budget challenges due to declining enrollment.

Families interested in a new learning environment for the 2026-27 school year can attend campus tours at ASU Preparatory Academy; the preschool invites local families to explore its facilities and learn about the program.

Downtown Chandler hosts a free Cars & Coffee series featuring exotic, classic, and luxury vehicles each second Sunday of the month from 8 a.m. to 11 a.m. (today) local residents and visitors can enjoy the showcase while exploring nearby coffee shops and boutiques.

Gas prices in Chandler dropped by 7 cents last week to settle at $4.42 per gallon, reflecting lower crude oil costs + optimism that the Strait of Hormuz will resume normal operations.

AAA Mountain West Group noted that prices remain about $1.19 above levels from last fall.

Finland-based Nokia signed a definitive agreement to acquire NXP Semiconductor’s Chandler campus, planning to lease manufacturing space in early 2027 and convert it for optical component production; the full acquisition is expected to close in the first quarter of 2029.