Daily editionFriday, July 25th, 2025
Good morning, Chandler.
The Good Day Chandler Team
Here’s your local news at a glance for Friday, the 25th of July.
Community
Jewish War Veterans Copper State Post 619 donated 250 city bus tickets to Phoenix V.A. Medical Center to help veterans who need rides, with three members recently posing for a photo showing a few of the tickets.
The donation is part of the post's ongoing charity drives that support veterans—efforts which include several other programs to aid servicemembers.
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Business
Dixon Golf opened its new 10,000-square-foot headquarters at 3245 N. Nevada St. in Chandler on July 24—this modern facility features energy-efficient systems, desert landscaping and a scalable design to boost its eco-friendly operations.
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Craft 64 in Chandler and Scottsdale now earns the best pizza title in Arizona and ranks 26th best in America by Top 50 Pizza for 2025+ the restaurant uses wood-fired ovens to cook pizzas fresh without a microwave, freezer or deep fryer.
Owner James Swann said the Chandler spot is downtown near a former post office+ the Scottsdale outlet recently reopened in an old adobe house off Main Street.
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Culture
Rawhide Events Center will host the Indian Frybread & Arts Festival on Saturday, Nov. 22 from noon to 8 p.m. on the Sonoran Lawn in Chandler, with Lil Mike & Funny Bone emceeing festivities that include food competitions, Native American dances and carnival rides.
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Government
Chandler state representative Jeff Weninger added his name to the candidate list for the mayor's race in the 2026 election—three names are now on the ballot while one candidate is expected to be removed soon.
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Chandler Events
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.
Elvis Tribute Show Featuring Justin Shandor
Saturday, August 9th, 2025 · 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
Saturday, August 16th, 2025 · 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.
Pizzas, Pipes, and Pinoys!
Sunday, August 17th, 2025 · 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.
Chandler Arizona Business Networking Event
Tuesday, August 19th, 2025 · 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.