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Chandler
Friday, July 11th, 2025
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Good morning, Chandler. Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 11th of July.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Fry's partnered with United Food Bank to help feed those in need during the Summer of a Million Meals program. The program will supply meals to many local residents this summer — a move that supports community food access — and is expected to reach hundreds. 12 News
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ Hap's Barbecue, a beloved local spot, is closing its doors after 34 years in service—its closure marks the end of an era for many local diners. 12 News
- ➤ Teens in Chandler can now ride Waymo’s self-driving cars by themselves as part of a new test program—one local teen is checking the service to confirm its safety—and officials say the program will expand if the trial works well. 12 News
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Gov. Katie Hobbs and the Department of Public Safety announced the Arizona Turquoise Alert today—a program designed to help law enforcement locate missing people across our area. 12 News
- ➤ Chandler’s City Council approved an expansion of the foreign trade zone originally established more than 30-years ago for Intel, the city’s largest employer. The change gives Intel more flexibility and may boost its operations in Chandler. Chandler Independent
- ➤ Chandler Deputy City Manager Andy Bass will resign his position on Sept. 5 as he takes a new job in Denver as executive director of the South Suburban Park and Recreation District, effective Sept. 8 — he joined Chandler as Community Services Director in July 2019 and was promoted to Deputy City Manager in January 2022. City of Chandler
- ➤ The eastbound Loop 202 off-ramp at Alma School Road in Chandler will close for about 60 days starting at 11:30 p.m. Wednesday, July 16 for ramp reconstruction as part of ADOT's widening project — drivers should use Price Road or Arizona Avenue and plan extra travel time because of work zone restrictions. The ramp is scheduled to reopen by mid-September. Chandler Independent
- ➤ Chandler approved a $5.1M project to convert 25 acres of retention basin turf to xeriscape—expected to cut 22.5 million gallons of water use per year and save taxpayer money. A compromise was reached at one site to retain two 40-foot circles of grass as work begins this month and planting shifts to spring. Chandler Arizonan
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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Buddy Guy Concert
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.
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