Sunday, April 6th, 2025
Good morning, Chandler. Here's your local news at a glance for Sunday, the 6th of April.
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ Solatube announced that its tubular skylights—designed to bring natural light indoors while reducing heat—are now available through an Arizona franchise dealer. Homeowners in Scottsdale, Tempe, Mesa, Chandler, Gilbert, Glendale, Peoria and nearby areas can schedule free consultations and take advantage of limited-time specials at the Arizona grand opening. Chandler Independent
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ Jonathan Altland was sentenced to 17 years in prison for firing at a deputy during a high-speed chase in Chandler on April 29th, 2021 and for his convictions of aggravated assault on an officer and unlawful flight near Picacho. Chandler Independent
- ➤ A federal grand jury indicted 14 people, including Noelia Valenzuela Gomez of Chandler, for allegedly making false statements on ATF forms when buying belt-fed and Barrett .50-caliber rifles from licensed dealers between July 15 and December 23, 2023—charges that carry penalties of up to 10 years in prison and a $250,000 fine—according to the U.S. Attorney's Office. Chandler Independent
- ➤ UFC fighter Henry Cejudo (who lives near State Route 51 and Bethany Home Road) saw a car crash into his neighbor's house and made sure the suspects did not get away. 12 News
LIFESTYLE NEWS
- ➤ Spring is here and many gardeners in Chandler are joining online groups for advice, saving their seeds, building compost, propagating plants and using household items to fill garden beds—tips that help keep costs low. These ideas show how local gardeners can grow a thriving garden without spending too much. Chandler Independent
-
Chandler Arizona Business Networking
11:30 a.m. – 12:30 p.m. — La Ristra New Mexican Kitchen — $25 drop-in fee after two visits — Connect with local business owners and entrepreneurs to foster community and growth.
-
Taste Of Gila - Luau On The Lawn
5:30-7 p.m. — Gila River Resorts & Casinos - Wild Horse Pass — $100-$135 — Experience a tropical luau with welcome cocktails and an array of culinary delights.
-
Granny Brunch Celebration
1-2:30 p.m. — Mic Drop Comedy Chandler — Ticket required — Celebrate all things granny with trivia, lip sync battles, breakfast tacos, and mimosa flights.
-
Chandler Business Networking Meeting
11:30 a.m. — La Ristra New Mexican Kitchen — $25 drop-in fee — Connect with local entrepreneurs and influencers to foster relationships and business opportunities.
-
Dasha Live at Gila River Resorts & Casinos
8-11 p.m. — Gila River Resorts & Casinos - Wild Horse Pass — Cost info not listed — Experience the introspective and alluring sounds of Dasha, a passionate new artist sharing her story.
-
Sunday Funday Big Deck Party
2-5 p.m. — Pedal Haus Brewery — Free entry — Enjoy live music from SIDE PEACE AZ in a spacious brewery atmosphere.
-
Chandler Business Networking Event
11:30 a.m. - 12:30 p.m. — La Ristra New Mexican Kitchen — $25 drop-in fee — Join a vibrant community for entrepreneurs and business influencers to create meaningful connections.
-
Jason Santiago Comedy Night
7:30-9 p.m. — Mic Drop Comedy Chandler — Ticketed event — Enjoy the relatable humor of Jason Santiago, a standout comedian sharing tales from his Bronx upbringing and fatherhood.
-
Grateful Day of the Dead: Featuring Prescott JRAD
5:30-9:30 p.m. — SanTan Gardens - Brewery & Distillery Tours — Preorder $13, Day of $18 — Dance to Grateful Dead tunes while enjoying food from SanTan Food Truck.
-
Todd Royce Comedy Show
7-8:30 p.m. — Mic Drop Comedy Chandler — Ticket required — Experience sharp wit and self-deprecating humor from former wrestler turned comedian Todd Royce.
No new real estate listings today. You can submit one here.
No new job posts today. You can submit one here.
No new community announcements today. You can submit one here.
TODAY'S FOOD FOR THOUGHT
The only way to become excellent is to be endlessly fascinated by doing the same thing over and over.
Know who said this? Send us an email!
Reveal the authorAbout Good Day Chandler
Good Day Chandler is a community newsletter sharing current events in Chandler, Arizona. Our mission is to make local news more accessible, highlight extraordinary people across the Chandler community, and support local organizations. If you like Good Day Chandler, you can support us by subscribing to our email newsletter and sharing us with your friends and family in Chandler.
Advertising Opportunities
Advertising with us will make sure you stay at the top of everyone's mind—in Chandler and across Arizona. You can learn more here. We'll work together to build a custom plan to hit your goals this year.
Alternatively, you can submit events, announcements, real estate listings, and job postings. We'll include them in our newsletter on whichever dates you like.
OUR MISSION
Our mission is to make local news more accessible and highlight extraordinary people across the Chandler community.
We help people in Chandler save time finding the news that matters most to them: local news in Chandler, about Chandler, curated especially for you on a daily basis—all for free.
Subscribe to Good Day Chandler
A free Chandler community newsletter.
- Daily local news
- We curate the most critical news for the community every day.
- No spam
- Daily emails, only news! We never sell your data.
© Good Day Chandler. All rights reserved. Privacy Policy. Questions? Contact us here
Sitemap: https://gooddaychandler.com/sitemap