Here's your local news at a glance for Monday, the 18th of August.
Good morning, Chandler.
🎓 Education
A video production crew from Basha High School earned gold at the 2025 SkillsUSA National Championships in Atlanta—marking the first time an Arizona team won a national video production award, and the achievement was acknowledged at the Aug.
6 Chandler Unified School District Governing Board meeting.
Chandler Unified School District is enforcing a new state law that restricts student cellphone and device use since the school year began.
Teachers give a first warning by taking a device, send it to security on a second offense, and keep it in the office on a third offense—some teachers have asked for storage containers despite no state funding.
🏛️ Government
The Arizona Fire & Medical Authority is holding two open houses for voters in the South County Fire & Medical District to learn about a $22.9 million bond proposal that will pay for new fire engines, better medical equipment, and station upgrades.
The meetings are on Aug. 30 in Tonopah and Sept. 13 from 10 a.m. to noon at Fire Station 341 on Sun Lakes Blvd, with voters needing to register by Oct. 6 ahead of the Nov. 4 vote.
🎉 Chandler Events
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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.
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.
All Ages Talent Show
6-9 p.m. — Chandler Community Center — Free entry — Celebrate local talent with dazzling performances from the community's best acts.
Barre at the Bar: Country Edition
9:45-10:45 a.m. — Not My First Rodeo — Complimentary cocktail included — Enjoy a full-body barre workout with an upbeat country music twist in a lively bar atmosphere.
The Joe Perry Project Concert
8:00-9:30 p.m. — The Showroom At Gila River Hotels & Casinos — $69-$199 — Enjoy an electrifying performance by the iconic guitarist Joe Perry and his project.
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