Good Day
Chandler
Wednesday, May 14th, 2025
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Good morning, Chandler. Here's your local news at a glance for Wednesday, the 14th of May.
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ An Army veteran won a $1,033,590 jackpot on a Wheel of Fortune machine at Santan Mountain Casino on Saturday, May 3—he and his wife Betty now plan to buy a new home and spend more time with their grandchildren. This win marks one of the largest jackpots at the casino since it opened in summer 2023. Chandler Independent
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ A 10-year-old fourth grader from New Vistas Center for Education in Chandler became Arizona's runner-up at the state spelling bee and will travel to Washington, D.C. for the National Spelling Bee later this month — he said his love for reading helps him compete against older students. Chandler Arizonan
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ On May 2, the Chandler Police Department noted a slight budget shrink and discussed overall staffing levels during a daylong City Council briefing—Assistant Chief Melissa highlighted how these issues are affecting the department. Chandler Independent
- ➤ Ryan Reeves, the manager of Chandler Municipal Airport, was honored with two state awards as he was named 2025 Airport Executive of the Year and received the AzAA’s 2025 President’s Award for his leadership—he has overseen key infrastructure improvements, led flight safety tests with the FAA, and planned public tours and an upcoming Airport Day event. Chandler Independent
- ➤ The Federal Trade Commission announced on May 13 that a new rule will ban hidden fees for live event tickets and hotel rooms in metro Phoenix—responding to consumer complaints about bait and switch pricing. KJZZ
LIFESTYLE NEWS
- ➤ Chandler’s crayon-themed Crayola Experience is closing for good next month after six years of service—affecting a popular family destination in the community. KTAR
SPORTS NEWS
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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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Battle of the Bots Camp
3 PM — iCode Chandler — Check website for pricing — Discover robotics principles by designing and controlling your own Battle-bot.
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iCode: Drone Code Camp
Event Time — iCode Chandler — Not specified — Learn basic flight mechanics and Python programming to control drones.
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