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Chandler
Thursday, May 7th, 2026
Good morning, Chandler. Here's your local news at a glance for Thursday, the 7th of May.
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ Ten vendors displaced by Painted Tree Boutiques after filing for bankruptcy on April 28 have found a new home at The Collective Market at Chandler Fashion Center and SanTan Village — owner Reina Dodge is making room for more local small businesses. ABC 15
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Desert Foothills Theater will offer summer camps for Valley kids, providing hands-on theater and arts experiences this season. More details on scheduling and registration will be shared soon. 12 News
- ➤ The Rotary Club of Sun Lakes recognized high school students from Chandler Unified School District at its 12th Annual Bill McCoach Rotary Four-Way Test essay competition today, awarding first-place winner Jaabir Monzur $500, second-place winner Brynn Zichichi $250, and honoring runners-up Ayah Karriem, Rose Pope, and Sai Anirudh. Chandler Independent
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ Three new measles cases were confirmed today in Maricopa County + the total now stands at 13 for 2026. 12 News
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Live Music at The Perch featuring AZ Rock Asylum
8 PM-12 AM — The Perch Brewery — Tickets available — Rock out to the greatest hits of the 80s with skilled local musicians.
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Pat Metheny Concert
7:30-9 p.m. — Chandler Center for the Arts — Tickets available — Experience jazz guitar mastery from one of the genre's most celebrated instrumentalists.
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Chase Matthew Concert
8:00-9:30 p.m. — Gila River Resorts & Casinos - Wild Horse Pass — Ticket info not provided — Enjoy an evening of live music with Chase Matthew.
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Brian Hooks Stand-Up Comedy Show
8:30-10:00 p.m. — Mic Drop Comedy — Ages 18+ — Experience a night of laughter with Brian Hooks as he blends humor and heart in a personal comedy performance.
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Meet You In Spring Asian Show
8-11 p.m. — Gila River Resorts & Casinos - Wild Horse Pass — Tickets available — Experience a vibrant showcase of Asian music featuring top performers from around the globe.
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Live Music at The Perch Brewery
8 PM-12 AM — The Perch Brewery — Free entry — Enjoy imaginative brews and live music at a rooftop bar featuring tropical rescue birds.
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Live Music at The Casual Pint
4-7 p.m. — The Casual Pint of Ocotillo — Free entry — Enjoy live music while savoring craft beer and delicious food in a welcoming atmosphere.
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