Wednesday, April 23rd, 2025

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Good morning, Chandler. Here's your local news at a glance for Wednesday, the 23rd of April.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Chandler’s Golden Neighbors program will celebrate its fourth year on May 8 from 9:30 a.m. to 11 a.m. at Chandler City Hall courtyard (175 S. Arizona Ave) as seniors meet city staff, enjoy refreshments and birthday cake, and receive a free bag of household supplies with free parking available nearby. Chandler Independent
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ WalletHub’s new ranking released Monday placed six Valley cities among the top 25 for starting a business based on business environment, access to resources and costs—Scottsdale ranked No. 14, Chandler No. 17, Glendale No. 18, Mesa No. 20, Phoenix No. 21 and Gilbert No. 24. KTAR
- ➤ Everhome Suites Chandler Phoenix Fashion Center held a ribbon cutting on April 8 at their new hotel at 3200 West Willis Road — located just off Price Road near Loop 202. The four-story hotel has 114 rooms, a fitness center, and a convenience store on-site. Chandler Independent
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ An Arizona jury found Lori Vallow Daybell guilty of conspiring to murder her estranged husband in July 2019 at her Chandler home — she planned to collect his life insurance money and marry her then-boyfriend Chad Daybell and now faces a life sentence without parole until serving at least 25 years while already serving three life sentences in Idaho. Chandler Independent
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ The Price is Right Live will appear at the Chandler Center for the Arts on Sunday, Sept. 28 for two interactive shows at 3 p.m. and 7 p.m.—tickets go on sale at 10 a.m. on April 25 and audience members have a chance to win prizes like appliances, electronics, vacations and a new car. Chandler Independent
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Tom Horne, Arizona’s top education official, called the teacher shortage an emergency and warned that nearly 12,000 teachers left between October 2023 and October 2024 because salaries were too low—he plans to push legislative bills like Prop 123 to boost pay and support retention. Schools risk having zero qualified teachers if strong action is not taken. KTAR
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Gov. Katie Hobbs signed an executive order on April 22 to launch Arizona’s Reentry 2030 program, which provides job training and apprenticeships to help former inmates reintegrate into society. The program will be led by the Arizona Department of Corrections, Rehabilitation and Reentry—along with other state agencies—to lower recidivism and boost public safety. KTAR
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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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Cinco De Mayo Weekend Bash
7:30-10:30 p.m. — Recreo Cantina — Free entry — Celebrate Cinco De Mayo with live music and unique cocktails in an inviting atmosphere.
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Chandler Arizona Business Networking Event
11:30 a.m. — La Ristra New Mexican Kitchen — $25 drop-in fee after two visits — Connect with entrepreneurs and influencers to grow your business.
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