Friday, July 18th, 2025

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Good morning, Chandler. Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 18th of July.
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ Dave's Hot Chicken is now open on Chandler Boulevard in west Chandler, located in a center anchored by Lowe’s Home Improvement. The restaurant chain offers sandwiches, sliders, and a range of sides and shakes from 10 a.m. to midnight seven days a week — marking its eighth Arizona location and sixth in the Valley. Chandler Independent
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ A Chandler father may face criminal charges after his son drowned in the family's backyard pool — prosecutors have recommended child abuse charges — as investigators review the case. 12 News
REAL ESTATE NEWS
- ➤ Two national studies found that Valley cities are among the best places for renters, with Chandler ranked third on WalletHub’s Best & Worst Places to Rent list while Scottsdale and Gilbert took second and fourth spots. A RentCafe survey also rated nearby cities highly for renter quality of life — adding important context to these rankings. ABC 15
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ The Arizona Cornhole Championships begin today and will run through July 20th—viewers in Chandler can watch the games online according to the official schedule. 12 News
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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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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.
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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.
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Pizzas, Pipes, and Pinoys!
3:30-5:30 p.m. — Organ Stop Pizza — No cover charge — Enjoy delicious pizza while listening to the world's largest Wurlitzer Theater Pipe Organ.
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