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Friday, May 16th, 2025
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Good morning, Chandler. Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 16th of May.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Wildlife World Zoo will hold the 'Red, White and Zoo' event on May 17 — more details will be provided by the zoo before the celebration. 12 News
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ The Chandler Police Department is seeking help to locate 61 year old Oscar Sanchez—who is a suspect in an arson investigation after a house fire reported just after 7 a.m. on May 4 in the 400 block of Tremaine Drive. Three residents in the home had active orders of protection against Sanchez—anyone with information is urged to call the police at 4807824130 or Silent Witness at 480WITNESS. Chandler Independent
ECONOMY NEWS
- ➤ Three Chandler companies filed WARN notices with the Arizona Department of Economic Security, a move that may lead to layoffs affecting many local workers. Chandler Independent
ENVIRONMENT NEWS
- ➤ Hundreds of residents were forced to evacuate as the Greer Fire has grown to cover over 9,000 acres — officials said they are monitoring the situation closely. 12 News
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Chandler’s Code Enforcement Resident Academy will offer free classes in June to teach residents about city code enforcement and neighborhood maintenance. Sessions will be held on June 11, June 18, and June 26 from 4 p.m. to 5:30 p.m. at the ASU Chandler Innovation Center—participants who complete all sessions will be entered in a prize drawing. Chandler Independent
LIFESTYLE NEWS
- ➤ Arizona Restaurant Week begins today—an event that offers local restaurants a chance to showcase new dishes to our community. 12 News
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Los Cardenales de Arizona released a video featuring linebacker Mack Wilson Sr. rapping about the NFL 2025 schedule, and NFL reporter Kyle Brand praised the creative presentation. The season will begin with an away game at the New Orleans Saints on Sept. 7 at 10:00 a.m. and include key matchups like Thursday Night Football on Sept. 25 & Monday Night Football on Nov. 3. 12 News
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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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