Here's your local news at a glance for Monday, the 11th of August.
Good morning, Chandler.
The Chandler Police Department is asking for help to find Michael Riggins Jr., a 14-year-old boy with a heart condition who went missing Saturday night around 9 p.m. near his home on McQueen Road and Chandler Boulevard—he left his heart medication and cell phone behind.
Police said 14-year-old Michael Todd Riggins Jr.—who has a heart condition—was last seen in Chandler on Aug.
9 without his cell phone or medication, and they are actively looking for him.
The Arizona Department of Transportation — in partnership with the Gila River Indian Community, the Bureau of Indian Affairs, and the Maricopa Association of Governments — invites public comment on its draft study for a new I-10 interchange between Wild Horse Pass Blvd and SR 347/Queen Creek Road, with feedback accepted through Aug. 13.
Chandler staff reached a consensus at an Aug.
4 work session on the proposed 15% across-the-board utility rate hike—staff will send the plan for public input before new rates take effect on March 2.
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.
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.
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.
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.
Wooli Concert
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
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.
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.
Tiffany Haddish: The Funny and Fearless Tour
8:00 – 9:30 PM — The Showroom At Gila River Hotels & Casinos — Ticket prices start at $59 — Enjoy a night of laughter with Tiffany Haddish's comedic brilliance.
Chandler Arizona Business Networking Event
11:30 a.m. – 12:30 p.m. — La Ristra New Mexican Kitchen — $25 drop-in fee — Build powerful connections and amplify your business in a heart-centered community.
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