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Chandler
Monday, May 5th, 2025
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Good morning, Chandler. Here's your local news at a glance for Monday, the 5th of May.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Chandler will hold listening sessions on May 14 at 5:30 p.m. and May 17 at 10:30 a.m. at the Downtown Library to gather input for its General Plan update — the city has also expanded its Instant Language Assistant program after it won a Smart Cities award. Other events this week include a Farmers Market running on Saturdays through May, a Golden Neighbors birthday celebration on May 8, a 1950s Rock n Roll Senior Prom on May 9 and several community meetings and training sessions. Chandler Arizonan
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Northern Arizona University renamed its College of Engineering, Informatics, and Applied Sciences to the Steve Sanghi College of Engineering on April 25 in Flagstaff — honoring a $10 million gift from Maria and Steve Sanghi. Arizona Gov. Katie Hobbs and about 150 guests attended the ceremony. Chandler Independent
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ On April 24, city leaders met to discuss extending Washington Street from Southside Village to Pecos Road to ease traffic & spur new retail and housing. The council said the plan moves the street slightly east to give residents a buffer & add traffic lights for improved access to local businesses. Chandler Arizonan
- ➤ Chandler City Council settled a lawsuit for $300,000 after a police aide ran a red light in a November 2023 collision that injured Kevin and Megan McCarthy and caused major vehicle damage—council also approved a contract to keep Chandler Flex microtransit operating, authorized a $750,000 grant application to improve Pima Park, and submitted its Community Development Block Grant plan for local public projects. Chandler Arizonan
- ➤ The city of Chandler has renewed its contract with River North Transit — extending the Chandler Flex ride-share service through June 30, 2027. The service, launched in 2022, lets riders book minivan trips via an app with fares starting at $2 and discounts for students, seniors and wheelchair-accessible riders. KTAR
- ➤ The Arizona Department of Transportation reached a milestone on the I-10 Wild Horse Pass Corridor Project when crews shifted westbound I-10 traffic onto a new eastbound bridge over the Gila River in early April while beginning removal of the old bridge. Local leaders — including Chandler Mayor Kevin Hartke — and community members visited the site to observe the process, which will take 8 to 10 months and have the new westbound bridge completed in early 2026. Chandler Independent
- ➤ Chandler City Council met May 4th to review economic and development challenges and set priorities for future growth. Officials narrowed their goals—focusing on key projects as the city adjusts its plans. Chandler Independent
SPORTS NEWS
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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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Operation Thrive 5K
7:30-9 a.m. — Tumbleweed Park Recreation Center — Check registration for fees — Honor our veterans with a fun 5K run, walk, or roll.
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DA VU CUOI MUAXUAN
8 PM - 12 AM — Gila River Resorts & Casinos - Wild Horse Pass — GA tickets from $40 — Experience an enchanting evening of music and entertainment this spring.
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Kenny Wayne Shepherd Concert
7:00-8:30 PM — Gila River Resorts & Casinos - Wild Horse Pass — Ticket prices vary — Experience some of the finest rock 'n' roll tunes with the legendary Kenny Wayne Shepherd.
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Chandler Business Networking Event
11:30 a.m. — La Ristra New Mexican Kitchen — Drop-in donation required — Connect with local entrepreneurs and boost your business influence in a dynamic setting.
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The Psychedelephants with Colour TV Concert
6:30-9:30 p.m. — SanTan Gardens - Brewery & Distillery Tours — $10 Presale, $15 Day of — Experience an unforgettable night of live music with The Psychedelephants and Colour T.V.
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Little Feat Concert
8-9:30 p.m. — Gila River Resorts & Casinos - Wild Horse Pass — Tickets from $49 — Experience an evening of live music with the legendary band Little Feat.
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Sam Leavitt and Jordyn Tyson Youth Camp
8:00-9:30 AM — Chandler High School — Ticket prices vary — Experience a unique youth camp focused on skill development and mentorship.
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Chandler Business Networking Event
11:30 a.m. — La Ristra New Mexican Kitchen — $25 drop-in fee for non-members — Engage with local entrepreneurs and enhance your business growth through meaningful networking.
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Claymation Creation Camp
All day — iCode Chandler — Check website for details — Create your own claymation movie and show it at the end of the day!
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