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Chandler City Council receives update on health of local economy
CHANDLER, Ariz. — During the Aug. 15 Chandler City Council meeting, Chandler’s Economic Development Director Micah Miranda updated the Mayor and Council on economic trends, stats, successes and opportunities the city is facing and its vision for the future. Below are highlights of the briefing:. Chandler’s Economic Development...
New business developments popping up around Queen Creek
It's been a busy summer with new business developments continuing to pop up all around Queen Creek. In June, Queen Creek Councilmember Jeff Brown said the lease was signed for a Safeway, complete with "fuel Islands," to anchor the Harvest Station retail complex currently under development at the southwest corner of the newly constructed intersection of Riggs and Gary roads.
Little Dealer Little Prices To Hold ‘Valley of the Sun RV Show’
Arizona-based Little Dealer Little Prices, a Campers Inn RV company, announced it is preparing to put on the ultimate RV buying experience during the “Valley of the Sun RV Show,” held at the Arizona Athletic Grounds Aug. 22-25. Whether in the market for a motorized RV or are...
Design process to begin on The Ranch at Tumbleweed Park
CHANDLER, Ariz. – On Aug. 15, Chandler City Council awarded a professional services agreement to Weddle Gilmore for Tumbleweed Ranch Design Services, in an amount not to exceed $498,360. The Ranch at Tumbleweed Park anchors the southern half of Tumbleweed Park and is operated by the Chandler Museum. The...
Watch: Army dad surprises daughters at school after a year of Middle East deployment
Chris Fulton made his daughters’ day when he appeared at their school after almost a year of Middle East deployment. Fulton has been in the U.S. Army for almost 20 years. He was sent overseas for the first time in 2009 during Operation Freedom and again in 2020–2021.
Chandler speech and debate team celebrates national performance
The Arizona College Prep High School Speech and Debate team has won four State Championships in the past five years. This year, it had eight individual state champions and qualified 18 students ...
Gilbert Seeks Dedicated Volunteers for Redevelopment and Self-Insured Trust Boards
Gilbert has put out the call for civic-minded residents to step up and volunteer. The town is currently accepting applications to fill positions on two of its boards, the Gilbert Redevelopment Commission and the Self-Insured Trust Board, according to a news release on the official website. Interested Gilbert dwellers have until 11:59 p.m. on Monday, August 26, to throw their hats into the ring for these roles that shape the community’s present and future landscape.
Nonprofit supporting Gilbert Fire Department’s annual back-to-school event
GILBERT, AZ (AZFamily) — Several great programs are helping Valley families ease the financial strain as kids go back to school. Among those is the Gilbert Fire & Rescue’s “Shop With a Firefighter” event. It wouldn’t have been possible without Perry High School senior Whitney Connor, founder of the nonprofit “Bands 4 Backpacks,” which helps raise money for the program.
Chandler's Dawn Lang Honored with Finance Excellence Award by GFOAz for Fiscal Leadership
The Government Finance Officers Association of Arizona (GFOAz) has honored Chandler’s Deputy City Manager and Chief Financial Officer, Dawn Lang, with the Finance Excellence Award. The accolade, which is new to the association's repertoire of recognitions, was presented on Aug. 8 during their Summer Conference. Lang's dedication and proficiency...
Phoenix had 136 extreme heat days in 1976. Here’s that total now
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Mesa woman’s dog bed invention wins kudos
Red Mountain Ranch resident Leena Chitnis and her dog, Kashi, recently received top honors for RuffRest, the dog bed she invented, in the Best Upgrade Outdoor Dog Bed category from Forbes magazine. Chitnis founded Timberdog, which specializes in a multi-functional pet bed called RuffRest as perfect for individuals who travel...
Gilbert art teacher a nominee for big award
Gilbert Public Schools District calls Jennie Fiedler-Aguilar a “beloved art teacher” and “inspirational member” of its family. Now, the Arizona Educational Foundation is calling the Gilbert Elementary School art teacher and author a semifinalist for 2025 Arizona Teacher of the Year. The district hailed her nomination,...
Westbound US 60 reopens near Mesa Drive after crash
PHOENIX — The westbound lanes of the US 60 were reopened at Mesa Drive following a crash on Friday night, authorities said. The crash occurred near milepost 180, according to the Arizona Department of Transportation. ADOT said the left and center lanes were blocked and reopened at approximately 9:29...
'Buttcrack Bandits' failed attempt to steal a motorcycle caught on camera
LAVEEN, Ariz. - Would-be thieves were captured on camera in broad daylight, attempting to steal a motorcycle in front of a Laveen home. Luckily, the homeowner was working from home that day and was able to scare them off her property. At 6:45 a.m. on Aug. 14, two men are...
Tolleson Union faces new questions over spending on four-star resorts
PHOENIX (AZFamily) — A conservative think tank claims the Tolleson Union High School District improperly spent public money on board member retreats at four-star resorts, potentially violating state open meetings law in the process. It’s the latest controversy for a district that is already investigating a sexual harassment complaint...
7 Days until the high school football season kickoffs in Southern Arizona; Palo Verde goes 13-0 in 1973
Played at ASU, Pueblo was down 20-15 to Camelback with 34 seconds left but quarterback Chuck Helms ran the ball in from one yard out to put the Titans up 21-20 and a kick from Paul Swank put the team up 22-20. Head coach Van Howe was 65 and he...
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