Good Day
Chandler
Wednesday, February 4th, 2026
Good morning, Chandler. Here's your local news at a glance for Wednesday, the 4th of February.
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ Chandler entrepreneur Jacary Hawkins (winner of last year’s Edson Entrepreneurship and Innovation Institute competition) will speak at the upcoming Black History Month Business Series hosted by the Black Chamber of Arizona in February. His company, The Sea Moss Bosses, makes nutritional supplements that boost immunity. Chandler Independent
- ➤ Claim Assist Solutions opened its 58,000 sqft facility in Chandler today to serve as a hub for insurance claim support services and local hiring. The firm plans to expand its workforce and engage with the business community as operations grow. Chandler Independent
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Artist Luke Watson’s new exhibit 'Land Valuation' is on display at Vision Gallery and invites visitors to rethink land value through creative scenes like ATV tire tracks and wildlife imagery. The show runs through March 21 and is free to attend. City of Chandler
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ The City of Chandler’s Economic Development Division is hosting a free Youth Career Event from 3-6 p.m. Wednesday, Feb. 25 at the Downtown Chandler Library for job seekers ages 17 to 24 to connect with local employers for entry-level, part-time, or work-based learning opportunities (partnering with local schools and colleges). City of Chandler
- ➤ Chandler students excelled in fall 2025 academic achievements; Jazmin Corbin joined UCM’s Dean’s List in Warrensburg, Maddie Bouvier and Macey Johnson earned honors at Maryville College and Riverland Community College, while Katelin Wolken-Wright and Zerene Sangma completed degrees at Northern Illinois University & University of Wisconsin-Oshkosh. Chandler Independent
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Gov. Katie Hobbs and Arizona officials met in Phoenix to discuss Colorado River negotiations, but differences between Upper and Lower Basin states may keep an agreement from being reached before Feb. 14. KJZZ
- ➤ Arizona's governor is working to secure Colorado River negotiations — vital for protecting major canals and water supply — as hurdles remain, and a former Flagstaff geologist is set to join NASA as an astronaut candidate after 17 years on Mars missions. KJZZ
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ A burst pipe hit Dr. Paul Shumway’s office at 2 a.m., flooding the practice with mud and damaging equipment; he is now working from a Mesa suite at Val Vista and Broadway while repairs aim to reopen his Chandler facility later this month. Chandler Arizonan
REAL ESTATE NEWS
- ➤ A local resident said the Arizona is Home program helped her buy her first home in the Valley, and the initiative aims to offer support to other new buyers. Additional program details will be shared soon for those looking to enter the housing market. 12 News
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Lunar New Year Celebration
8-11 p.m. — Gila River Resorts & Casinos - Wild Horse Pass — Enjoy a dazzling Vietnamese music showcase honoring the Year of the Horse.
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Chandler Business Networking Event
11:30 a.m. – 12:30 p.m. — La Ristra New Mexican Kitchen — $25 drop-in fee for non-members — Connect with entrepreneurs and business owners for meaningful networking.
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Rooftop Vibes: Live Music Featuring Cygnill
6-9 p.m. — The Perch Brewery — Free entry — Enjoy imaginative brews and live music in a unique rooftop setting with tropical birds.
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Rooftop Bash: Live Music with Evan Scot Band
8 p.m. — The Perch Brewery — Check their website for ticket details — Enjoy a lively night of interactive music from Evan Scot and his band while sipping on imaginative brews at a rooftop venue.
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Live Music with People Who Could Fly
9 PM - 1 AM — San Tan Mountain Casino — Cost info not provided — Enjoy indie pop tunes from People Who Could Fly in a stunning casino setting.
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Chandler Business Networking
11:30 a.m. — La Ristra New Mexican Kitchen — $25 drop-in fee after two visits — Cultivate meaningful business relationships in this structured networking chapter.
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Rooftop Vibes with Live Music by Eddie Unplugged
6-9 p.m. — The Perch Brewery — Check out a unique acoustic performance by Eddie with imaginative brews and pub grub available.
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Rooftop Bash with Live Music by Rio Grande
8 PM – 12 AM — The Perch Brewery — Free entry — Enjoy an evening of live music featuring your favorite covers from rock to country at a unique rooftop bar.
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Chandler Ghost Walk
6:45-8 p.m. — Mic Drop Comedy — Ticket required — Explore the haunting histories and legends of Chandler on this immersive guided ghost tour.
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Chandler Arizona Business Networking
11:30 a.m. — La Ristra New Mexican Kitchen — $25 drop-in fee after two visits — A structured networking opportunity for local entrepreneurs seeking meaningful connections.
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You can't wake a person who is pretending to be asleep.
~ Native American Proverb
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