Daily editionSaturday, May 24th, 2025
Good morning, Chandler.
The Good Day Chandler Team
Here’s your local news at a glance for Saturday, the 24th of May.
Education
Desert Financial Foundation awarded $198,000 in scholarships to 62 Arizona students including two from Chandler.
Cibrian Patton — a Marcos De Niza High School senior — and Jacqueline Reynolds — a Casteel High School senior — each received a $3,000 Community Service Scholarship and will start college in the fall.
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Government
The Chandler City Council will hold a public hearing on June 12 at 6 p.m. in the Council Chambers at 88 E. Chicago St. to finalize the fiscal year 2025‑2026 Budget and the 2026‑2035 Capital Improvement Program — this budget allocates $783.2 million for operations and $845.7 million for capital improvements that will fund park upgrades, street work, and public safety investments.
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Maricopa County Attorney Rachell Mitchell announced at a press conference that her office launched a website to help parents protect their children from online predators—Report Don’t Repost: Cyber Predators, Real Risks provides practical advice, updated data and tools in English and Spanish.
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Sports
After optioning reliever Christian Montes De Oca to the minors, the Diamondbacks reinstated injured reliever Justin Martinez on Friday — who returns from the IL due to shoulder fatigue — to fill the closer role in a struggling bullpen.
The team will begin a three-game series against the Cardinals on Friday at 5:15 p.m. at Busch Stadium.
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Chandler Events
Chandler Business Networking Event
Tuesday, May 27th, 2025 · 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.
iCode: Game Builder - Construct 3 Camp
Wednesday, May 28th, 2025 · All day — iCode Chandler — Check event website for pricing — Create your own games while learning the craft behind game development.
Battle of the Bots Camp
Thursday, May 29th, 2025 · 3 PM — iCode Chandler — Cost info not specified — Students design and build their own Battle-bots while learning robotics principles.
Dionne Warwick Concert
Friday, May 30th, 2025 · 8-9:30 p.m. — The Showroom At Gila River Hotels & Casinos — Tickets from $39 — Experience the legendary Dionne Warwick live in concert.
TARANG 2025: A Bollywood Dance Extravaganza
Saturday, May 31st, 2025 · 6 p.m. — Piper Repertory Theater — Registrations open — Experience the energy and excitement of a dazzling Bollywood recital.
Chandler Museum Exhibit: Ceangal/Connections
Sunday, June 1st, 2025 · All day — Chandler Museum — Free admission — Discover a cultural collaboration of artists from Chandler and Tullamore, Ireland in a unique exhibit.
Junior Lifeguarding Program
Monday, June 2nd, 2025 · 4-6 p.m. — Hamilton Aquatic Center — Registration not yet open — Dive into aquatic skills and first-aid training while making new friends.
MBBC Dance Company - We Love NY
Thursday, June 5th, 2025 · 7:30-9 p.m. — Chandler Center for the Arts — family-friendly — Celebrate the vibrant spirit of New York City through a variety of dance performances by talented dancers of all ages.
Innerlight Dance Recital
Saturday, June 7th, 2025 · 5-6:30 p.m. — Chandler Center for the Arts — Ticket info unavailable — Experience a showcase of talent at the Innerlight Dance Recital.
Micstock Comedy Brunch
Sunday, June 8th, 2025 · 1-2:30 p.m. — Mic Drop Comedy — Ticket required — A groovy 1960s-themed comedy show with brunch, trivia, and a costume contest.