Daily editionMonday, October 14th, 2024
Good morning, Chandler.
The Good Day Chandler Team
Here’s your local news at a glance for Monday, the 14th of October.
Community
Chandler hosts several community events, including technology help for seniors, a live outdoor concert series, an innovative concert truck experience, a downtown Art Walk, a Halloween Spooktacular, and a creative competition on inclusion, alongside a charity cornhole tournament for a terminally ill teen and a Ford Mustang raffle to benefit the homeless.
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Joseph Ortiz, Perry High School's football coach, was honored as part of the Arizona Cardinals Latino Heritage Community Spotlight for being the first Hispanic head coach in Chandler Unified School District and for his contributions to the sport.
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Chandler is inviting K-12 students to participate in its Creative Expression Competition themed 'Inclusion is our Superpower', with entries due by Nov. 1.
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The Arizona Department of Transportation plans to widen the Loop 202 Freeway, causing exit ramp closures of up to 60 days starting in 2025 to ease congestion.
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Education
The newly opened Galveston Elementary School, costing around $35 million, emphasizes community and innovative design with features like a communal courtyard, glass classroom walls, and decentralized libraries to foster collaboration and openness.
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Health
A breast cancer survivor shares their journey of successful treatment, emphasizing the significance of early detection, community support, physical therapy in recovery, and continued advocacy during Breast Cancer Awareness Month.
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Sports
The Arizona Cardinals' hopes for a second consecutive win were dashed by 13 penalties and three lost fumbles in a 34-13 defeat to the Green Bay Packers.
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Arizona's Friday Night Fever invites fans to vote for the Week 8 Game of the Week, featuring important high school football matchups like ALA-Queen Creek vs. Red Mountain, ahead of the playoffs.
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Accidents
A 2-year-old boy died after being rescued from a backyard pool in Chandler, with an ongoing investigation into the incident.
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Chandler Events
Chandler Networking Event - iNETrepreneur Network
Tuesday, October 15th, 2024 · Connect with local entrepreneurs and business owners in a supportive networking environment focused on building referral partnerships and collaboration.
Trivia Night at Tillo's Kitchen
Thursday, October 17th, 2024 · Experience an evening of challenging trivia while savoring delicious food and drinks at Tillo's Kitchen, located at the scenic Ocotillo Golf Club.
Arizona DanceSport Festival: Dance Competition and Social Event
Friday, October 18th, 2024 · Experience the excitement of ballroom and Latin dancing through competitions and showcases featuring students and professionals of all ages.
Fall in Love Concert at Wild Horse Pass
Saturday, October 19th, 2024 · Experience an enchanting evening of music and love at the Wild Horse Pass Resort & Casino's showroom.
Healthy Kids Running Series Fall 2024 in Chandler/Gilbert, AZ
Sunday, October 20th, 2024 · Experience a community-focused running program designed for kids from Pre-K to 8th grade, promoting fitness and fun over five weeks.
Chandler Arizona Networking Event
Tuesday, October 22nd, 2024 · Experience valuable networking opportunities with the Chandler chapter of the iNETrepreneur Network, focusing on building alliances and fostering growth among entrepreneurs and business owners.
Chandler Fall Festival 2024
Wednesday, October 23rd, 2024 · Experience fall-themed fun with music, magic, a bounce house, and face painting at Tumbleweed Recreation Center's festive event.
Live Music Night at Tillo's Kitchen
Thursday, October 24th, 2024 · Experience a delightful evening of live music featuring the talented Nikki Shue while enjoying delicious food at Tillo's Kitchen.
Arizona Jazz Festival 2024
Friday, October 25th, 2024 · Experience a unique three-day celebration of jazz with live performances from a stellar lineup at the Arizona Jazz Festival.
Ping Pong Tournament for Ages 18+ in Chandler, AZ
Saturday, October 26th, 2024 · Experience an exciting round robin ping pong tournament designed for participants aged 18 and older, featuring awards for the top three competitors.