Daily editionWednesday, March 4th, 2026
Good morning, Chandler.
The Good Day Chandler Team
Here’s your local news at a glance for Wednesday, the 4th of March.
Community
Chandler residents will join Mayor Kevin Hartke in a 7.8-mile bike ride along the Paseo Trail on Saturday, Apr. 11 at the Park and Ride lot with check-in at 7:30 a.m. Riders will enjoy bike decorating stations, free face painting, and Kona Ice at finish — pre-registration is required online.
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Chandler’s free Family Easter Celebration is set for Friday, April 3 at Dr. A.J. Chandler Park: Stage Plaza from 5:30 to 8:30 p.m. Families with children under ten can join an egg hunt on the new 24 Karrot Trail, play carnival games, and enter a drawing for an Easter Basket.
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Business
Thiru Kuppusamy opened his chain restaurant at the southeast corner of Alma School and Chandler Heights in south Chandler, offering South Indian dishes like chicken + mutton + paneers, curries, masala and Madurai; it is the chain's sixth U.S. location after starting in India more than 60 years ago.
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Culture
The Gallery at Chandler Center for the Arts presents (Be) Longing, an exhibition featuring work by four Japanese American artists that explores cultural identity, nostalgia and belonging.
The show will run through April 18.
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Education
Six Chandler Unified schools earned the A+ School of Excellence designation from the Arizona Educational Foundation, representing 12.5% of the state’s awards, and the district will celebrate the achievement on April 17.
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Five Chandler Unified campuses will have their aging flooring replaced in the coming months after the board approved three bond-funded contracts for $1.5 million at its Feb. 25 meeting (using funds from a $271.5 million bond approved by voters last November).
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Sports
The Cardinals informed quarterback Kyler Murray he will be released on March 11 as the team begins its new league year.
Murray spent seven seasons with the team and will soon be free to sign with another club.
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Chandler Events
Rooftop Bash with Casey Ryan
Friday, March 6th, 2026 · 8 p.m. — The Perch Brewery — Free entry — Enjoy imaginative house brews and live music from acclaimed touring artist Casey Ryan in a unique rooftop setting.
Rooftop Bash: Live Music with The Smashing Cranberries
Saturday, March 7th, 2026 · 8 p.m. – 12 a.m. — The Perch Brewery — No cover charge — Enjoy nostalgic rock hits and refreshing brews at a rooftop venue with a unique twist.
Jake Greider Concert
Sunday, March 8th, 2026 · 2-6 PM — Pedal Haus Brewery — Tickets required — Enjoy vibrant tunes from Jake Greider as he performs his hit song 'Clean'.
Chandler Arizona Business Networking
Tuesday, March 10th, 2026 · 11:30 a.m. – 12:30 p.m. — La Ristra New Mexican Kitchen — $25 drop-in fee after two visits — Network with local entrepreneurs in a structured, commitment-driven environment.
Once Upon A Mic
Thursday, March 12th, 2026 · 7-11 p.m. — Mic Drop Comedy — Free entry — Enjoy mid-week eats and drinks while witnessing the standout talent of the Phoenix comedy scene.
Rio Grande Live Music Night
Friday, March 13th, 2026 · 4-8 p.m. — The Uncommon Chandler — Free entry — Groove to funk, disco, and 90's hip hop in a retro setting with arcade games.
Rooftop Bash: Live Music with Grunge Sponges
Saturday, March 14th, 2026 · 8 PM – 12 AM — The Perch Brewery — Check for ticket info — Enjoy 90's hits from your favorite bands at a lively rooftop bash.
Live Music: Yoga Pants the Duo
Sunday, March 15th, 2026 · 2-5 p.m. — Pedal Haus Brewery — Free entry — Experience high-energy live music with interactive karaoke and crowd-pleasing hits.
Chandler Business Networking Meeting
Tuesday, March 17th, 2026 · 11:30 a.m. – 12:30 p.m. — La Ristra New Mexican Kitchen — $25 drop-in fee after two visits — A structured networking chapter for establishing meaningful business relationships in Chandler.
Rooftop Vibes: Live Music with People Who Could Fly
Wednesday, March 18th, 2026 · 6-9 p.m. — The Perch Brewery — Cost info TBD — Enjoy imaginative brews and indie pop sounds from Phoenix-based People Who Could Fly on a vibrant rooftop.