Good morning, Chandler.

A Jamaican man was extradited to Arizona after allegedly tricking a woman into giving him nearly $400K in a romance scam—FBI officials are warning locals about similar scams.

Chandler Unified School District gave itself an A- in its yearly report by scoring 40.25 out of 44 points, though third-grade ELA scores and rising chronic absences did not meet the top mark + the district earned top scores in graduation and AP tests; staff will revise the community survey next school year + aim to boost future performance.

At a May 7 governing board meeting, Casteel High School senior Ava Miyagishima led a presentation on Asian American Native Hawaiian Pacific Islander Heritage Month to recognize the important contributions of these communities.

The board and audience watched solo Kung Fu and Mandarin recitations—followed by a martial arts dance from Hamilton High School and a K-Pop performance from Casteel.

Caribou Financial, a firm known for auto‐loan refinancing, is expanding into Arizona with a new office after signing a lease for nearly 10,000 square feet at The Alexander building at 25 S.

Arizona Place in downtown Chandler—city officials noted the move highlights a pro‐business environment and the opportunity to tap local talent for nationwide growth.

On Monday, the Legislature passed a bill—letting state and local tax dollars fund repairs for the Diamondbacks stadium—and Gov. Hobbs signaled she will sign it.

The law provides for up to $500 million in funds with a 3% inflation adjustment starting in 2027.

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.

Operation Back to School

Jul 12 — 10:36 p.m. — 1825 S Alma School Rd, Chandler, AZ — Free entry — Help local students prepare for the school year with gifted backpacks full of supplies.

Engineering for Kids: VEX Robotics and Wildlife Adventures

AM & PM Sessions — Jake's Unlimited — Various pricing options — Engage in robotics coding and wildlife exploration through hands-on activities.

Chandler Business Networking

11:30 a.m. – 12:30 p.m. — La Ristra New Mexican Kitchen — $25 drop-in fee after two visits — Cultivate connections and boost your business in a supportive community of entrepreneurs.

Libbie Higgins Live Performance

7:30-9 p.m. — Mic Drop Comedy — Ticket required — Enjoy an evening of laughs with rising comedian Libbie Higgins, known for her viral characters and quick wit.

Chandler Arizona Business Networking

11:30 a.m. — La Ristra New Mexican Kitchen — $25 drop-in fee — Connect with entrepreneurs and influencers to amplify business growth and visibility.