Daily editionFriday, August 1st, 2025
Good morning, Chandler.
The Good Day Chandler Team
Here’s your local news at a glance for Friday, the 1st of August.
Community
Chandler neighborhood-watch groups that hosted last year's Getting Arizona Involved in Neighborhoods event are invited to submit nominations for the Mayor’s Neighborhood Excellence awards online by Sunday, Aug. 10 — the awards honor neighborhoods for active community efforts.
Prizes include up to $1,000 toward fall GAIN events and a visit from Mayor Kevin Hartke — online voting for the People’s Choice award runs from Aug. 13 through Aug. 24 with winners announced at the GAIN kickoff event on Sept. 20 at Chandler Police headquarters community room.
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Education
At Jacobsen Elementary, Chandler Unified reassigned a part-time language specialist position ahead of the new school year and retired teacher Kimberly Christ and other educators said they were devastated by the change.
School leaders maintained the move was part of routine summer staffing adjustments — not a termination of a state-required program.
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Government
Chandler was shown as a model of strong finances at a meeting by the National League of Cities, where city officials said careful planning helped keep AAA ratings since 2010 and earn a top tax revenue rating in 2023.
The city will hold a Special Bond Election on Nov. 4 to fund projects for parks, recreation, fire, police and streets — a step built on smart planning.
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The westbound Loop 202 off-ramp at Price Road in Chandler closed at 11:30 p.m. on July 31 for about 60 days to let crews reconstruct the ramp — part of the Loop 202 improvement project costing 200 million dollars.
It will reopen in late September and drivers were advised to use the exit at Dobson Road.
Chandler IndependentRead more
The Arizona Department of Transportation warned Chandler residents that fake texts using its Motor Vehicle Division logo are circulating and requesting payment for unpaid traffic citations.
The department said suspicious wording, foreign area codes + poor grammar indicate the texts are not genuine.
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Chandler Events
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.
Desert Moms Club August Coffee Meetup
Wednesday, August 27th, 2025 · 11 AM – 1 PM — The Kind Bean — Free to attend — A cozy gathering for local moms to share stories over coffee and connect with the community.
Wooli Concert
Saturday, August 30th, 2025 · 8 PM – 2 AM — Rawhide Rodeo Arena — Ages 18+ — Experience a night of electrifying beats with Wooli and enjoy an unforgettable show.
HF&T at Citrus Gardens
Sunday, August 31st, 2025 · 7:30-11:30 p.m. — Citrus Gardens Mobile Park — Free entry — Enjoy food, conversation, and learn to play the enjoyable game of Hand Foot and Toe.