Daily editionThursday, September 25th, 2025
Good morning, Chandler.
The Good Day Chandler Team
Here’s your local news at a glance for Thursday, the 25th of September.
Community
The eighth annual Rob Dollar Memorial Ride will be held on Oct. 26 at South Mountain Park in Phoenix from 7 a.m. to noon — it honors a late Chandler rider killed in 2017 and will support his father and the foundation’s push for safer cycling in Arizona.
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Government
Chandler is partnering with Waymo to offer $1 rides through its Chandler Flex service—marking the first time a city transit network uses autonomous vehicles.
City officials announced the discount is available for a limited time during busy periods on a service that normally costs $2 from Monday to Friday.
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Chandler City Council approved an intergovernmental agreement on Sept 18 to pay $190K for a marketing campaign that will attract young families and young professionals — the city shares funding with local school districts to help reverse the rising average age of residents.
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Chandler City Council awarded a nearly $35 million contract to B and F Contracting Inc. for a new 66-inch backup sewer line under Loop 101/202 and a separate $2.4 million contract to Wilson Engineers for professional services; the project will improve sewer redundancy raised in a 2018 assessment—using cured-in-place pipe lining for rehabilitation.
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Arizona users will be blocked from PornHub starting tomorrow as the new age-verification law takes effect to protect children—this law requires sites with over a third of porn content to verify users are 18 and sets fines up to $250,000 for noncompliance.
PornHub said it is blocking access due to safety concerns while experts warn the law may boost cyber risks for personal data.
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Chandler Events
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!
Once Upon A Mic
Thursday, October 9th, 2025 · 7-10 p.m. — Mic Drop Comedy — Free entry — Enjoy mid-week eats and laughs while discovering emerging talent from the Phoenix comedy scene.
One of These Nights: Tribute to the Eagles
Friday, October 10th, 2025 · 8:00 – 9:30 PM — Gila River Resorts & Casinos - Wild Horse Pass — $49, $39, $29 — Enjoy a tribute to the Eagles that will take you on a musical journey.
Chandler Arizona Business Networking Event
Tuesday, October 14th, 2025 · 11:30 a.m. — La Ristra New Mexican Kitchen — $25 drop-in fee — Network with entrepreneurs and influencers to build valuable business relationships.
The Machine - A Pink Floyd Laser Experience
Friday, October 17th, 2025 · 7-9:30 p.m. — The Showroom At Gila River Hotels & Casinos — Tickets from $19 — Experience a mesmerizing Pink Floyd laser show performed by The Machine.