Daily editionSaturday, September 13th, 2025
Good morning, Chandler.
The Good Day Chandler Team
Here’s your local news at a glance for Saturday, the 13th of September.
Education
Angelica Abbey, a sixth-grade teacher at Frye Elementary in Chandler, is one of five finalists for the Arizona Teacher of the Year award and the winner will be announced on Oct 18—she will then represent Arizona in the National Teacher of the Year competition.
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School boards in East Valley and Cave Creek met behind closed doors last week to plan a legal fight—aimed at stopping EVIT's changes to funding and control over on-site vocational classes—and Chandler Unified approved hiring a special lawyer.
The boards say the action will help protect local career training for high school students as they work on new agreements with EVIT.
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Chandler Unified School District hired Osborn Maledon P.A. as special counsel after its Sept. 10 board vote to block proposed EVIT funding cuts.
The board also authorized future legal action on EVIT and CTED matters—one member opposed the motion.
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Real Estate
A WalletHub survey ranked Chandler as the 21st-best real estate market among 300 U.S. cities by evaluating 17 key indicators of housing performance and economic conditions—showing a steady market outlook for the area.
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Sports
Royal Oaks Lifecare Community in Sun City sent seven seniors and three employees to the Arizona LeadingAge 16th annual Golf Classic at Ocotillo Golf Club in Chandler.
They raised $5,000 for LeadingAge during the Beat the Pro Competition—competing in challenges for longest drive and closest to the pin while sharing tacos and churros.
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Chandler Events
Chandler Lunchtime Networking Event
Tuesday, September 16th, 2025 · 11:30 a.m. – 1:30 p.m. — La Ristra New Mexican Kitchen — $25 drop-in fee after two visits — Connect with entrepreneurs and influencers for collaborative business growth.
Rosh Hashanah Conference
Friday, September 19th, 2025 · 2 AM – 6 AM, Sep 19-22 — 450 S Hamilton St, Chandler, AZ — Free entry — Experience the glory and presence of God as we shift into a new year!
Chandler Arizona Business Networking
Tuesday, September 23rd, 2025 · 11:30 a.m. – 12:30 p.m. — La Ristra New Mexican Kitchen — $25 drop-in donation — Build powerful connections and accelerate business growth in a heart-centered community.
Local Arizona Business Networking Event
Wednesday, September 24th, 2025 · 5-7:30 p.m. — Rudy's 'Country Store' and Bar-B-Q — Free entry — Connect with local business owners and enjoy great barbecue while discussing opportunities.
Busta Rhymes Concert
Friday, September 26th, 2025 · 8:00-9:30 p.m. — The Showroom At Gila River Hotels & Casinos — Details on ticket prices available — Experience the electrifying performance of hip-hop legend Busta Rhymes in Chandler.
Grandparents Day Celebration
Saturday, September 27th, 2025 · 9 AM – 12 PM — Chandler Senior Center — Registration required — Bring your grandchildren for a joyful celebration dedicated to all the wonderful grandparents in our community.
Ledisi Sings Dinah Washington
Thursday, October 2nd, 2025 · 7:30-9 p.m. — Chandler Center for the Arts — Tickets available via Ticketmaster — Experience the soulful sounds of Ledisi paying tribute to the legendary Dinah Washington.
Rocktoberfest
Friday, October 3rd, 2025 · 4:30-10 p.m. — Chandler Park — Ticket prices vary — Celebrate craft beer and live rock music at the inaugural Rocktoberfest festival.
AZ Mariachi and Folklorico Festival
Saturday, October 4th, 2025 · 7:00-8:30 p.m. — Chandler Center for the Arts — Cost info not provided — Celebrate vibrant Mariachi music and folkloric dance in a lively cultural showcase.
Javi Bailon's Comedy Night
Sunday, October 5th, 2025 · 8:30-10:00 p.m. — Mic Drop Comedy — Tickets required — Get ready for a hilarious night with Javi Bailon!