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Chandler
Tuesday, August 5th, 2025
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Good morning, Chandler. Here's your local news at a glance for Tuesday, the 5th of August.
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ Milkshake Factory opened its first Arizona location on Aug 2 at 4955 S. Alma School Rd., Suite 4955-13 in a Hornaek’s Golf shopping center in south Chandler—this dessert cafe serves handspun milkshakes and small-batch chocolates made fresh daily and is owned by local operator Kavita Kumar, who plans five more locations in the area. Chandler Independent
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Kyrene de la Sierra Elementary School closed its campus Sunday after air tests found high particulate levels during roof construction & officials stressed that safety came first. Students are learning online until Aug. 8 & will move to an alternate campus from Aug. 11 through Sept. 26. Chandler Independent
- ➤ Canyon Springs STEM Academy in Deer Valley Unified School District taught eighth graders about AI bias as part of a new push for ethical AI use—administrators are training teachers with hands-on strategies and secure tools while the state supports partnerships with companies like Canvas and Khanmigo. This effort helps ensure students learn safe, responsible digital skills as AI becomes a key part of classwork. 12 News
- ➤ Angelica Abbey, a sixth-grade teacher at Frye Elementary in Chandler, is among 10 semifinalists for the Arizona Educational Foundation’s Teacher of the Year award to be announced on Oct. 18—she has also been recognized in previous contests and by the Chandler Chamber of Commerce. The award event, held at the Madison Center for the Arts in Phoenix, will select a winner—who will represent Arizona nationally. Chandler Independent
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ The City of Chandler launched LEAD Chandler — a new program developed with Chandler-Gilbert Community College and Chandler Unified School District — to provide professional training for residents ages 17 to 24. The Level Up Conference will be held on Oct. 18 at Chandler-Gilbert Community College, with breakfast and registration beginning at 8 a.m. City of Chandler
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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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Desert Moms Club August Coffee Meetup
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.
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Wooli Concert
8 PM – 2 AM — Rawhide Rodeo Arena — Ages 18+ — Experience a night of electrifying beats with Wooli and enjoy an unforgettable show.
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HF&T at Citrus Gardens
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.
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Chandler Arizona Business Networking
11:30 a.m. — La Ristra New Mexican Kitchen — $25 drop-in donation after two visits — Engage with local entrepreneurs and enhance your business connections in a vibrant community atmosphere.
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