Daily editionWednesday, July 9th, 2025
Good morning, Chandler.
The Good Day Chandler Team
Here’s your local news at a glance for Wednesday, the 9th of July.
Culture
Filmmaker Adam Finberg from Phoenix will debut his new movie Star People, a science-fiction thriller inspired by the 1997 Phoenix Lights, at Harkins Theatres in Scottsdale, Chandler and Peoria on July 25—filmed at several Arizona spots—and hopes the film brings fresh interest in a famed local mystery. The movie follows a woman who saw the strange lights as a child—an event that has long confused locals—and continues to spark ideas about unknown objects.
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Education
Several Chandler-area students earned national recognition at the 2025 SkillsUSA Championships in Atlanta in late June.
Cohen T. Crowder from Chandler-Gilbert Community College earned a bronze medal in facility management—Team A from the same college earned a silver medal, and Basha High School's Team N earned a gold medal in video news production.
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Government
Chandler Vice Mayor Christine Ellis was appointed Vice Chair of MAG’s Community Initiatives Coordinating Committee for a three-year term ending Dec. 31, 2026 and will use her over 30 years of social services experience to help shape regional human services planning—continuing her work on previous MAG panels and boards.
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Sports
DeWanna Bonner signed with the Mercury Tuesday—coming back after a long career with the team—and Mercury made room by waiving forward Murjanatu Musa.
The team will play the Minnesota Lynx at 12:30 p.m. today at PHX Arena.
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Chandler’s Diamond Kings 11U baseball team made history last month by going undefeated in the Omaha SlumpBuster Tournament Session 3.
The team overcame an evacuation due to a bystander threat—players and families were briefly evacuated—and secured a 2-0 championship win with a dramatic two-run homer from Nolan Kowal.
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Chandler Events
Operation Back to School
Saturday, July 12th, 2025 · 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
Monday, July 14th, 2025 · AM & PM Sessions — Jake's Unlimited — Various pricing options — Engage in robotics coding and wildlife exploration through hands-on activities.
Chandler Business Networking
Tuesday, July 15th, 2025 · 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
Thursday, July 17th, 2025 · 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
Tuesday, July 22nd, 2025 · 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
Thursday, July 24th, 2025 · 4:00 PM – 5:30 PM — Tumbleweed Park Recreation Center — Registration required — Enhance your field hockey skills at this adaptive clinic in Chandler.
Ziggy Marley Concert
Friday, July 25th, 2025 · 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
Monday, July 28th, 2025 · 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
Tuesday, July 29th, 2025 · 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.
Buddy Guy Concert
Friday, August 8th, 2025 · 8:00-9:30 PM — The Showroom At Gila River Hotels & Casinos — Ticket Prices from $59 to $220 — Experience the legendary Buddy Guy live in concert at this renowned casino venue.