Thursday, April 17th, 2025

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Good morning, Chandler. Here's your local news at a glance for Thursday, the 17th of April.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Chandler’s Golden Neighbors program is hosting a birthday celebration for its fourth anniversary on May 8 from 9:30 a.m. to 11 a.m. at City Hall courtyard—residents will enjoy refreshments, cake and a free bag of household supplies while meeting city staff. City of Chandler
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ Rose Crest Dental held its ribbon cutting on April 3 at 1080 E. Pecos Road, No. 19 at the northeast corner of McQueen Road in the KTR Amusement shopping center—marking the launch of its new practice in Chandler. Dr. Matt Hunsaker, DMD now offers a range of services from emergency exams to cosmetic treatments. Chandler Independent
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ Tempe police are searching for a suspect who posted low-quality, adhesive-backed images showing children being sexually abused on light poles and signage along the Western Canal path in Tempe, with similar images found in Chandler and Mesa — the suspect is believed to frequent the Canal and the investigation continues. KTAR
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ On April 3, EVIT welding students built Arizona’s first AISC tree-teaching sculpture at the entrance to SteelFab Arizona’s factory on Hamilton St using donated steel beams and blueprints from plant manager Alex Avila. The hands-on project — designed to prepare students for high-demand welding jobs — gave them valuable real-life experience. Chandler Arizonan
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ The Governor’s Office of Highway Safety awarded a $45,510 grant to the Chandler Fire Department—so it can run child car seat clinics until Sept. 30. The next clinic will be held on April 19—at the Public Safety Center at 3550 S. Dobson Road. Chandler Independent
SPORTS NEWS
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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.
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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 — Join a vibrant community for entrepreneurs and business influencers to create meaningful connections.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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Sunday Funday Big Deck Party
2-5 p.m. — Pedal Haus Brewery — Free entry — Enjoy classic hits from Connecticut To Cali while sipping craft brews in a spacious brewery.
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Los Lonely Boys Concert
7-9:30 p.m. — The Showroom At Gila River Hotels & Casinos — Ticket information not provided — Experience the music of Texan brothers as they embody the true American spirit.
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Legends Of Pop
7:30-9 p.m. — Chandler Center for the Arts — Tickets vary — Experience a thrilling tribute to music icons Elton John, Martina McBride, and Tina Turner with a dynamic 15-member cast.
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Operation Thrive 5K
7:30-9:00 a.m. — Chandler Park — Registration fee applies — Celebrate Veterans Day with a run while honoring our veterans in the East Valley.
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AI LOVE YOU - Immersive Drone Circus
6:30-8 p.m. — Rawhide Western Town & Event Center — Tickets required — Experience a dazzling showcase of synchronized drones, acrobatics, and live music merging technology with artistry.
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