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Chandler police and fire departments held their first annual softball game+ Reporter Rachel Cole offered an inside look at the event.

A plan for a small grocery store and other retail will move forward at the Food Hall site at Oregon and Chicago streets as Everstead Ventures seeks final approval by Oct.

1 and plans to start construction by July 1, 2026 — city officials are eager to see the downtown development progress.

TSMC Arizona announced that longtime chairman and director Rick Cassidy retired on July 1 after nearly 30 years with the company, and that President Rose Castanares was elected director in his absence while a new chair is yet to be named.

The chip maker has committed $100 billion to build facilities in Arizona to support future manufacturing plans.

Eddie’s Philly Cheesesteaks & Hoagies opened a new shop on the northwest corner of Dobson and Elliott roads behind Batteries Plus on July 4th.

The former Philly’s Famous employee serves East Coast-style cheesesteaks, chicken steaks, and hoagies in a space that embraces Philadelphia Eagles fans—operating Mondays through Saturdays from 9 a.m. to 8 p.m. at 3016 N. Dobson Road, Suite 9 in Chandler.

DPS pursued a water tanker and arrested the driver after a chase that stretched across the Valley — ending near I-10 and the 303.

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.

Floor Hockey Clinic - Adaptive Recreation

4:00 PM – 5:30 PM — Tumbleweed Park Recreation Center — Registration required — Learn and improve your field hockey skills in a supportive environment tailored for adaptive recreation.

Ziggy Marley Concert

8-11 p.m. — The Showroom At Gila River Hotels & Casinos — Ticket prices vary — Enjoy a night of reggae vibes with Ziggy Marley.

Botzee Robotics and Aerospace Engineering Flight Camp

AM – APPRENTICE — 9 a.m. - 4 p.m. — UPTOWN JUNGLE FUN PARK — Various pricing options available — Engage in hands-on drone piloting and rocket building activities to unleash creativity and innovation in STEM learning.

Chandler Arizona Business Networking

11:30 a.m. – 12:30 p.m. — La Ristra New Mexican Kitchen — $25 drop-in fee for guests — Connect with local entrepreneurs for meaningful networking and collaboration.