Friday, May 30th, 2025

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Good morning, Chandler. Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 30th of May.
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ Ted’s Hot Dogs held an early May groundbreaking near the northwest corner of Gilbert and Germann roads after more than 8 years of delays—Chandler Chamber and city council member Matt Orlando led the event. The project will see construction begin with progress updates posted in early 2026. Chandler Independent
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ A convicted child sex trafficker, Leroy Ellis Jr.—whose victim was branded with his name—was sentenced to 174 years in prison on eight counts after he groomed a teenager he met on Facebook. KTAR
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ The eastbound Loop 202 on-ramp at Arizona Avenue closed Wednesday night and will stay closed for two months as ADOT crews rebuild it for the Loop 202 widening project—drivers should use detours at Alma School or McQueen roads. Chandler Independent
- ➤ Chandler City Manager Josh Wright announced he will resign effective August 1; he has led the city since March 2021 and oversaw projects including a $272 million bond package & major expansion of Intel manufacturing facilities. City of Chandler
- ➤ Chandler City Council approved improvements for Hamilton Library at 3700 S. Arizona Ave that will add a program room, four study rooms, an ADA compliant welcome desk, self checkout stations and new staff workspaces. Construction will begin this summer and the library will stay open—branch manager Caryn Nall said the updates will make the space more welcoming to all visitors. City of Chandler
- ➤ Chandler's mayor Kevin Hartke faces legal questions about his eligibility since the charter limits individuals to two consecutive terms—his 2022 opponent filed a complaint and city officials are considering a charter change to address the issue. KJZZ
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ An expert shared water safety tips with local families to help avoid drowning incidents—advice that focuses on watching children closely and checking water areas before play. 12 News
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ On May 18, many gathered at The Vista Center for the Arts for the Arizona Interscholastic Association Night of Champions to honor student athletes, coaches and schools for sports, schoolwork and leadership. Scholarships and awards were given to leaders like Shelby O’Donnall, Brady Dilworth, Kendal Bonjour and Coach David Montgomery — recognizing hard work and pride in our community. Chandler Arizonan
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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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Chandler Networking Event
9:30-10:30 a.m. — BBB Pacific Southwest, Central & Inland California - Phoenix — $25 drop-in fee — Build connections and amplify your business at this inspiring networking gathering.
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