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A leopard dog — found abandoned with her nine puppies — was finally adopted after drawing strong local attention.

Chandler police recommended a Class 4 child abuse felony charge against Brady Kiser after completing their investigation into 3-year-old Trigg Kiser’s May 18 drowning in a backyard pool — the case has been sent to the Maricopa County Attorney’s Office for review.

Chandler Unified schools are starting the process to hire a new superintendent since the current one will retire next year.

The governing board is already behind schedule—raising concerns about a smooth transition.

Arizona Attorney General Kris Mayes joined a lawsuit on July 16 alleging that FEMA illegally ended the Building Resilient Infrastructure and Communities program—designed to help protect areas from natural disasters—and cut funding from a Buckeye project that would divert floodwaters, leaving Arizona with a funding gap. The lawsuit claims that losing about $9.8 million will make it hard for the state to cover safety needs.

Jodi La Roche at Phoenix Veteran Administration Medical Center partnered with Jewish War Veterans Post 619 to expand their Bereavement Program so every wing now has a cart carrying snacks, hygiene items and comfort supplies that let families stay close during a veteran’s final hours. Nurses praise the carts as a caring reminder of support (donation checks can be mailed to P.O. Box 13113 in Chandler), and the initiative, started in 2018, continues to grow with funds from Veteran’s Poppy Campaigns.

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.

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.

Elvis Tribute Show Featuring Justin Shandor

8:00 – 9:30 PM — The Showroom At Gila River Hotels & Casinos — $29 - $49 — Experience the music of Elvis as Justin Shandor dazzles with his tribute performance.

Straight Game Podcast Live

8-9:30 p.m. — Gila River Resorts & Casinos - Wild Horse Pass — Ticket prices range from $19 to $49 — Engage in entertaining discussions at a live podcast event.