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Radford Racing School renews sponsorship with Jace Denmark

Officials with Radford Racing School announced today they have renewed their sponsorship agreement with USF2000 racer Jace Denmark for the 2023 racing season. Denmark ranked third place with … more

| 3/27/23

Chandler marching band raising funds for Hawaii parade trip

The Basha Bear Regiment, Basha High School’s marching band, is raising funds for a trip to Hawaii to perform in December. The band has been invited to perform in the Pearl Harbor Memorial … more

| 3/22/23

Chandler district Indigenous program hosts first fashion show

For the first time, the Chandler Unified School District Indigenous Education Program hosted an Indigenous Fashion Show at the Chandler Center for the Arts on March 9. Twelve student models … more

By Samantha Incorvaia , Chandler Unified School District | 3/22/23

Chandler Council members outline 2023 individual priorities

YourValley.net asked all seven members of the Chandler City Council about their priorities as council member for the rest of calendar 2023. Here’s what they told us. Christine Ellis One … more

By Jason W. Brooks
Mail | Twitter: @JasonWBrooks2 | 3/21/23

Health care company helps Chandler elementary-age readers, others

UnitedHealthcare Community Plan of Arizona recently donated more than $16,000, in addition to 4,500 books to four area elementary schools to help kids in underserved areas grow as … more

| 3/21/23

It’s 5150 time on Arizona Avenue

When the COVID-19 pandemic caused Kevin Lynch’s previous line of work to dry up, at least for the considerable future, he and his wife Brenda did what any rational couple would do: sell their … more

By Jason W. Brooks
Mail | Twitter: @JasonWBrooks2 | 3/19/23

Chandler native serves as member of Navy’s submarine force

MILLINGTON, Tenn. — Petty Officer 2nd Class Samuel Mazzola, a native of Chandler and a 2014 Hamilton High School graduate, is one of the sailors aboard the USS Annapolis, operating … more

| 3/19/23

Chandler women’s a capella chorus seeks to boost membership

The members of Vocal Connection, a women’s a cappella chorus in Chandler, are actively searching for women who sing and long to perform to join a growing group of other like-minded East Valley … more

| 3/16/23

Ocotillo art and fine crafts show in Chandler on April 1

Art and fine crafts from about 24 new and returning artists will be available for area residents and collectors at the Ocotillo Art & Fine Craft Show. The show is set to run from 9 a.m. to 4 … more

| 3/16/23

Chandler Rotary club recognizes teachers of the month

The Rotary Club of Sun Lakes recently presented awards to the Club’s Chandler Unified School District Teachers of the Month. The award selection is based on teacher’s total years of … more

| 3/16/23

Chandler school board approves $2.74M for student devices

With a unanimous vote at a recent meeting, the Chandler Unified School District Governing Board agreed to one of its biggest student technology purchases of the 2022-23 school year. The board … more

By Jason W. Brooks
Mail | Twitter: @JasonWBrooks2 | 3/15/23

Chandler’s family Easter celebration hops to a new location

Chandler’s family Easter celebration is moving to a new location downtown this year. Families are invited to join in the fun at the Dr. A.J. Chandler Park: Stage Plaza on Friday, April 7 … more

| 3/15/23

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Chandler Center for the Arts ticket office back in business —almost

The Chandler Center for the Arts' box office is nearly done relocating after a summer of remodeling and some regular maintenance work. Friday, Oct. 2, box office services will be available …

Chandler master-plan arts and culture town hall is Oct. 6

An arts and culture master plan town hall meeting is set to take place next week. The town hall is set to run from 5:30-7 p.m., Tuesday, Oct. 6, in Chandler City Hall's main Council …

'Ballet Under the Stars' at Chandler park on Oct. 2

Experience the beauty of dance under the stars in Chandler. Ballet Under the Stars is set for a 7 p.m. start on Friday, Oct. 2, on the Tumbleweed Park athletic field located just east of the …

Traveling museum tour to stop in Chandler in October

The Office of Collecting & Design, a traveling museum located inside a 42-foot trailer, will be making a tour stop at the Chandler Museum, Monday through Friday, Oct. 7-11. Created by …

U.S. vs. Mexico: ‘War’ that ends at final whistle in Glendale

OPINION — On Saturday, Oct. 3, at 7 p.m., the United States’ men’s soccer team will play Mexico at State Farm Stadium in Glendale. On paper, it is a friendly. Nobody in my family has ever used that word for this game. Mexico can lose to the United States in almost any sport and take it well. Basketball, baseball, a bad night in the ring. We shake hands and go to dinner. Soccer is different.

Question of the Week: How are you observing Hispanic Heritage Month?

Arizona’s population of Hispanic or Latino heritage is 32.5% — nearly one-third, according to U.S. Census Bureau data. President Lyndon B. Johnson established Hispanic Heritage Week in 1968 and …

Why Stephanie Walsh is the state senator LD 14 deserves

OPINION — As a resident of Legislative District 14 for 20 years, I want leadership that reflects the everyday priorities of our community, not partisan talking points. That is why I am supporting Stephanie Walsh for the Arizona State Senate, and why I find it troubling that Mylie Biggs is being considered a viable candidate to represent our families.