Good morning, Chandler.

Caribou Financial, a company that helps with auto-loan refinancing, signed a lease for nearly 10,000 square feet at The Alexander building on S.

Arizona Place in Chandler as it expanded into Arizona. City officials welcomed the move—saying it will boost local talent recruitment and strengthen Chandler’s growing fintech industry.

Arizona Public Service asked state utility regulators to approve a 14% rate hike starting mid-2026—this will add about $20 to the average residential electric bill.

The utility also seeks approval for more frequent rate adjustments and changes in rate design for large industrial users.

Chandler students earned spring 2025 college honors as Kyle Duffek (earning a 4.0 GPA required for the President’s List) made the list at Norwich University in Northfield, Vermont and Ryan Cody and Emma Dinnan joined dean’s lists at William & Mary and Quinnipiac University respectively (recognizing their high grade averages).

Arizona Attorney General Kris Mayes announced that the state will get $108 million from the Purdue Pharma settlement—payable over the next 15 years—as part of a $7.4 billion agreement to address the opioid crisis.

This settlement brings Arizona’s total opioid funds to $1.1 billion for addiction treatment, prevention and recovery programs.

The City of Chandler approved a Master Energy Services Agreement with Ameresco—Inc. to install solar panels on 23 city facilities at a cost not to exceed $34,028,753.

The 20-year contract is expected to bring about $42.4 million in savings and see construction completed in 2026.

The U.S. Department of Defense started military training exercises in the Phoenix metro area on Monday and will continue through Saturday—Valley residents may notice low-flying helicopters, simulated gunfire and controlled explosions after dark, with police noting that the events are routine and coordinated with local law enforcement.

Peter Fowler & Tristan Bowling Comedy Show

9:45-11:15 PM — Mic Drop Comedy — Ticket prices vary — Enjoy a night of laughter with NYC comedian Peter Fowler and local favorite Tristan Bowling.

Bollywood Summer Party with DJ Browny

9:30 p.m. – 2 a.m. — Mijana — $19.99+ — Dance the night away to the hottest Bollywood beats in a vibrant summer atmosphere.

On-Site Tour of Assisted Living Services

9 a.m.-7 p.m. — Brookdale Chandler Ray Road — Free entry — Explore personalized assisted living services in a welcoming community designed for seniors.

Roblox Game Development Camp: Capture The Flag

9 a.m. — iCode Chandler — Registration Required — Discover game design and 3D modeling while creating a multiplayer Capture the Flag experience.

Chandler Arizona Business Networking

11:30 a.m. — La Ristra New Mexican Kitchen — $25 drop-in fee after two visits — Engage with local entrepreneurs and influencers for meaningful business connections.

Clint Black 30th Anniversary Tour

8:00-9:30 p.m. — Gila River Resorts & Casinos - Wild Horse Pass — Ticket prices vary — Celebrate 30 years with country icon Clint Black in an unforgettable concert experience.

The Rat Pack in Concert

7-10 p.m. — Chandler Center for the Arts — Tickets available — Enjoy a nostalgic evening of classic tunes from the legendary Rat Pack.

RoboSports Challenge and Game Coding Camp

All day — Jake's Unlimited — Varies by session — Create robots and mobile games while learning coding fundamentals and sports challenges.

APFC 18: Arizona Fight Night

3:30-7:30 p.m. — Gila River Resorts & Casinos - Wild Horse Pass — Tickets from $169.99 — Experience an electrifying night of mixed martial arts action in Chandler, AZ.

Breakthrough Basketball Summer Camp

July 8-10 — The Lab in Chandler — Registration required — Enhance your basketball skills with focused training on shooting and ball handling techniques.