Thursday, May 29th, 2025

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Good morning, Chandler. Here's your local news at a glance for Thursday, the 29th of May.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Maricopa County saw a 3% rise in homelessness when officials counted 9,734 individuals on January 28th during the annual point-in-time count by the Maricopa Association of Governments. The count showed more unsheltered cases and reversed the 17% drop recorded in 2024—bringing figures closer to those seen in 2023. 12 News
ECONOMY NEWS
- ➤ APS miscalculated its pandemic-era fuel fee so that instead of ending, the extra charge will last another 2-3 years and be nearly 1,000 times higher than predicted—consumer advocates now urge an audit as APS posts record profits. 12 News
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Chandler Unified School District fine arts academic coach Angela Storey was honored with the And Then Some Award at the May 7 board meeting for coordinating performances at about 45 school sites over 80 square miles. She credited many teachers for their support and said she has big plans for the district going forward — a recognition given to those who give their all both on and off campus. Chandler Independent
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ The city plans to renovate Dr. A.J. Chandler Park in downtown in several phases, with work set to begin after the Tumbleweed Christmas Tree comes down in January next year. City officials said the redesign will add art shade structures and new plaza areas while old water fountains are removed—further improvements depend on City Council review and available funding. Chandler Arizonan
REAL ESTATE NEWS
- ➤ Developer Porter Kyle broke ground in mid-April on The Wayne — a $60 million townhomes-for-rent project with 100 units in north Chandler. The project at 1535 N. Dobson Road near Andersen Junior High School will offer one-, two- and three-bedroom townhomes with a pool and dog park, and first units will be delivered in spring. Chandler Independent
SPORTS NEWS
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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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TARANG 2025: A Bollywood Dance Extravaganza
6 p.m. — Piper Repertory Theater — Registrations open — Experience the energy and excitement of a dazzling Bollywood recital.
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Chandler Museum Exhibit: Ceangal/Connections
All day — Chandler Museum — Free admission — Discover a cultural collaboration of artists from Chandler and Tullamore, Ireland in a unique exhibit.
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Junior Lifeguarding Program
4-6 p.m. — Hamilton Aquatic Center — Registration not yet open — Dive into aquatic skills and first-aid training while making new friends.
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MBBC Dance Company - We Love NY
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.
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Innerlight Dance Recital
5-6:30 p.m. — Chandler Center for the Arts — Ticket info unavailable — Experience a showcase of talent at the Innerlight Dance Recital.
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Micstock Comedy Brunch
1-2:30 p.m. — Mic Drop Comedy — Ticket required — A groovy 1960s-themed comedy show with brunch, trivia, and a costume contest.
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Physics Camp and Augmented Reality Adventure for Kids
Morning — Sky Zone Trampoline Park — Various pricing options — Engage in hands-on physics experiments and explore augmented reality with Osmo.
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Toyland Dance Showcase
2-5 p.m. — Chandler Center for the Arts — Check website for ticket info — Experience a delightful showcase of dance from the Tempe Dance & Talent Factory.
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Learn to Dive
8-9 a.m. — Nozomi Aquatic Center — AAU fee required — Dive into a new experience and master the fundamentals of springboard diving.
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