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Gilbert Fire & Rescue has campaigned to reduce falls at participating assisted living centers.

Public safety

Gilbert program reduces falls among older adults

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Gilbert Imports opens service bay doors

From left, Gilbert Public Schools Chief Technology Officer Jon Castelhano, Chief Operations Officer Albert Dutchover and Business Services Assistant Superintendent Crystal Zachary present the governing board information on how Proposition 320 would affect the district if passed.

2026 Elections

Gilbert school board questions Prop. 320's fairness, charter school exemption

Anyone with information about the identity of the suspect in an antique store theft is asked to contact the Gilbert Police Department at 480-503-6500 and reference case No. 26-181263.

Thief takes up to $60K in jewelry from Gilbert antiques store: PD

Gilbert Pubic Schools Governing Board celebrated district music programs that earned Program of Distinction awards from the Arizona Band and Orchestra Directors Association

Education

Five Gilbert music programs earn state honors

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This list shows how many competitors the Chandler Unified district has in the East Valley that are educating the 10,500 students living in the district who don’t attend a CUSD school. An Oct. 7 presentation by the firm Applied Economics was when demographer Rick Brammer said he believes the district enrollment will drop by about 7,500 students over the next 10 years.

East Valley school district shrink factors moderate, demographer says

Decreasing birth rates, high housing costs and the growth of charter and private schools have all been mentioned and discussed as reasons Chandler Unified and some other Arizona public school …

Glo Tanning prepares for Gilbert opening

Glo Tanning anticipates opening in November at 2743 S. Market St., suite 107, Gilbert . The services planned include luxury sunbeds, custom spray tan booths, red light therapy, blue light therapy, …

From left, Gilbert Public Schools Budget Manager Amber Morgan, Finance Director Jackie Mattinen and Business Services Assistant Superintendent Crystal Zachary present the governing board with the annual financial report.

Gilbert Public Schools revenue falls $7.5 million as expenses rise in annual financial report

Gilbert Public Schools reports a $7.5 million revenue decline and $3.2 million increase in expenses for fiscal 2026 as enrollment losses and rising costs pressure its budget.

Chief Financial Officer Sharon Rushcamp presented the district's annual financial report to the Higley USD Governing Board.

Higley financial report shows mounting budget pressures, rising maintenance costs

Higley Unified's annual financial report shows declining classroom spending, rising maintenance costs and mounting financial pressure from enrollment losses and reduced override funding.

Dave's Hot Chicken brings restaurant to SanTan Village Marketplace

Dave's Hot Chicken opened a restaurant Sept. 18 at 2566 S. Market Street, Gilbert, in the SanTan Village Marketplace. The fast-casual chain specializes in Nashville-style hot chicken. 480-480-2195. …

Gilbert was the highest-ranking Arizona city in a new report listing the nation's safest cities for new homeowners. (Facebook)

DATA DRIVEN

Arizona cities named among nation’s safest for new homeowners

For people shopping for a home in Arizona, safety is often part of the calculation before the moving truck ever arrives.

The Gilbert Public Schools and Higley Unified School District governing boards will meet Tuesday, Oct. 13.

Education

Gilbert, Higley school boards to review finances, curriculum, safety

Gilbert Public Schools and Higley Unified governing boards meet Oct. 13 to consider annual financial reports, curriculum adoption, school safety and district policies.

New ownership

Epicenter's barre3 changes hands

Deana Smith purchased in September the barre3 studio at 3150 E. Ray Road, suite 112, Gilbert, in the Epicenter development , as well as a Chandler studio, from Andrea Laughlin. Barre3 features …

Councilmember Kenny Buckland brought in slides with data to a June 2025 Gilbert Town Council meeting to show how Gilbert is understaffed compared with other Valley cities.

Government

Gilbert's low staffing levels spark debate over workloads, efficiency

Gilbert has one of the lowest municipal staffing rates in the East Valley, prompting debate among town leaders over employee burnout, efficiency and hiring needs.

Arizona Cardinals head coach Mike LaFleur watches against the Detroit Lions during the first half of an NFL football game in Glendale on Sunday, Oct. 11, 2026.

Sports

Cardinals fade after fast start in 45-21 loss to Lions

The Arizona Cardinals (1-4) couldn’t carry a strong first quarter of Sunday’s game against the Detroit Lions (3-2) through the remaining three, losing 45-21 for their fourth straight loss. Lions …

Real estate

Retail property in Gilbert sells for $2.4 million

A 6,735-square-foot retail and mixed-use property operating as a wedding venue on Baseline Road in Gilbert sold for $2.4 million Sept. 1.

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Higley USD's new deal for cybersecurity protection is a renewal that starts Oct. 11.

Education

Higley Unified renews $246K cybersecurity protection for district networks

Higley Unified School District renews its CrowdStrike cybersecurity services for nearly $246,000, providing 24-hour monitoring and additional grant-funded protections.

A new coed youth basketball league will take place at McQueen Park Activity Center this fall.

Sports

Youth basketball league launching at McQueen Park

Gilbert Parks and Recreation is launching a co-ed youth basketball league for children ages 5-11 at McQueen Park Activity Center, with registration now open for the fall season.

Higley USD students commemorated the 9/11 terrorist attacks in different ways across the district, including putting up 2,973 flags at Cooley Middle School.

Education

Higley schools mark 25th anniversary of Sept. 11

Higley Unified School District schools commemorated the 25th anniversary of Sept. 11 through educational activities, ceremonies and community service projects.

Voting can take place at 17 locations in Gilbert.

2026 Elections

Gilbert voters have 17 locations to cast or drop off ballots for November election

Find all 17 Gilbert voting and ballot drop-off locations for the Nov. 3 election, including early voting dates, Election Day hours and addresses.

Gas prices are seen at the Extra Mile Convenience Store at 91st Avenue and Olive Road in Peoria on Oct. 9, 2026. Gas prices fell slightly around the Valley this week but still remain at historic highs.

GAS

Where to find the lowest gas prices in Gilbert

Gas prices fell 7 cents a gallon this week around the Valley, but the average still remains at historic highs, AAA Arizona said in a release.

The Eisenberg family brought Woofie's of Gilbert to the town Sept. 1.

Business

Get to know Adam and Pam Eisenberg, Woofie's of Gilbert

Adam Eisenberg is president of Woofie's of Gilbert and co-owns the franchise with wife Pam. How many years have you been in business? One month, What product or service do you offer? …

Weather

Gilbert urges residents to prepare for wetter season

Gilbert officials are encouraging residents to prepare for potential heavy rainfall this fall and winter as forecasts point to a wetter season.

Joe's Farm Grill will celebrate 20 years in Gilbert with events Nov. 9-15.

Anniversaries

Joe’s Farm Grill marks 20 years with weeklong celebration

Joe’s Farm Grill will celebrate its 20th anniversary Nov. 9-15 with throwback menu pricing, appreciation days, giveaways and community events.

Opinions with Civility

Fighting hunger also means prioritizing nutrition

OPINION — When most people think about hunger, they picture an empty pantry or fridge. Yet, for families struggling to make ends meet, the challenge is often more complicated than simply having enough food to eat.

LD 14 Senate choice is crystal clear: Stephanie Walsh

OPINION — As a 16-year Gilbert resident, I’m quite concerned about the cost of, and access to, water and energy, as I’m sure many of my neighbors are. The status of the Colorado River is getting dire, and I’ve seen it with my own eyes while driving to San Diego. Energy and water costs continue to escalate, hurting middle-class Arizonans.

Question of the Week: Should the Pentagon livestream the execution of former U.S. Army Maj. Nidal Hasan?

Former Army Medical Corps psychiatrist Nidal Hasan is scheduled to be executed by firing squad Dec. 3 at Fort Hood, Texas, for the 2009 mass shooting that claimed the lives of 13 soldiers and wounded …