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Chandler
Monday, July 21st, 2025
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Good morning, Chandler. Here's your local news at a glance for Monday, the 21st of July.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ On Sunday, volunteers and local organizations held a back-to-school bash that provided school supplies and essential items for 60 foster kids; the event helped ensure these children have what they need for the upcoming school year. 12 News
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ Maricopa County authorities indicted Adam Sheafe, 51, on July 18 for murdering New River pastor William Schonemann—he faces charges including first-degree murder, burglary, and kidnapping after his extradition from Coconino County and admitted to the crime in a jailhouse interview. 12 News
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Downtown Chandler's The Uncommon has launched a series of no-cover shows that will feature local music talent and offer bargain food and drink specials nearly every night. The venue at Boston Street and Arizona Avenue will host country act RowdyRed on July 23 from 8 to 11 p.m. and will schedule more acts in the coming weeks. Chandler Independent
ECONOMY NEWS
- ➤ Chandler’s economic development director Micah Miranda received the Policymaker of the Year award from the Association for Career Technical Education of Arizona at the ACTE annual conference awards breakfast in Tucson—his leadership forged partnerships with local school districts, colleges and businesses that have helped create new career pathways for students. Chandler Independent
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ At its July 14 work session, the Chandler City Council debated three utility rate increase options to fund water, wastewater and solid waste services—leaving council evenly split as they plan to brief an absent member and poll again before presenting a public notice on Oct. 16, with final adoption on Jan. 22 and rates rising on March 2. Residents may see different impacts depending on whether the council chooses a plan that shifts costs between household and industrial users like Intel. Chandler Arizonan
- ➤ On July 17, the Chandler City Council approved a contract for the municipal airport that covers hangar-area pavement reconstruction—one of several projects aimed at updating airport facilities. The decision shows the council's ongoing efforts to improve local transportation. Chandler Independent
LIFESTYLE NEWS
- ➤ Scottsdale was named the sixth-best U.S. city for recreation in a nationwide WalletHub study that ranked cities on park quality, weather, entertainment and costs—Arizona cities Phoenix, Tucson, Glendale and Chandler also placed in the top 50. KTAR
REAL ESTATE NEWS
- ➤ A WalletHub report showed Arizona was a top state for first-time home buyers even though 2024 saw a drop in their market share—Surprise ranked fourth, Gilbert sixth, and Chandler eleventh among 300 cities analyzed. The study revealed first-time buyers made up 24% of the market in 2024, down from 32% in 2023. KTAR
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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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Chandler Arizona Business Networking Event
11:30 a.m. – 12:30 p.m. — La Ristra New Mexican Kitchen — $25 drop-in fee after two visits — A vibrant community fostering connections for entrepreneurs and business owners to thrive.
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