Daily editionFriday, September 26th, 2025
Good morning, Chandler.
The Good Day Chandler Team
Here’s your local news at a glance for Friday, the 26th of September.
Community
Hundreds of friends, family, and supporters gathered at a downtown Chandler restaurant on September 23 to celebrate what would have been Preston Lord’s 18th birthday.
Nick Lord, his father, took his turn in the dunk tank while Melissa Ciconte emceed and thanked guests for honoring Preston’s life.
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Business
Graveyard Shift Coffee lost its Mayo Clinic spot when a hospital said its name and logo were offensive—this loss removed a key business source for the coffee truck built to serve night shift hospital workers.
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Economy
A Brookings Institution report finds that the Phoenix metro area is a star hub in artificial intelligence with strong firm data readiness and academic support—though low venture capital may slow the growth of new AI startups.
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Government
The westbound Loop 202 ramp to westbound I-10 near Chandler will be closed from 9 p.m. today until 9 p.m. Saturday for pavement maintenance, according to ADOT.
Drivers should plan detours using the Kyrene Road or 40th Street exit — using Chandler Boulevard to access westbound I-10.
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Chandler voters will decide on two City Charter amendments on November 4—one updating term limits for Council and Mayor and the other clarifying the City Manager's hiring and removal—while local council member Matt Orlando, who filed his mayoral candidacy for 2026, says the changes are meant to clear up ambiguities in local governance. The proposals aim to bring modern best practices to city administration and ensure transparent operations.
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Health
Local Valley kid Hudson Tenuto is hosting his annual fundraiser to build autism awareness—he aims to complete 2,000 hits in batting practice by Oct. 11.
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Six student-athletes from Chandler Unified School District are taking part in the Messages of Hope campaign to raise awareness about teen suicide prevention in September (teen suicide prevention awareness month).
They join 40 teens from 24 schools statewide and have been urged by school mentors to share their struggles as support remains available through hotline numbers on student IDs and a local clinic.
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Sports
The chairman of the Maricopa County Board of Supervisors has formed an advisory committee to bring NHL hockey back and named Andrea Doan to lead the effort, noting that past arena and ownership problems make the West Valley an unlikely home.
The committee will work to secure stable ownership and a new arena in downtown or the East Valley—steps seen as essential for the plan.
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Chandler Events
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.
Live Show with Phan Duy Anh - Tung Yeu
Saturday, October 18th, 2025 · 8:00-9:30 p.m. — The Showroom At Gila River Hotels & Casinos — $70, $40 — Experience a vibrant live performance by Phan Duy Anh in an exciting casino venue.