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Higley board approves personnel items after clarification

Parks and recreation

Gilbert hosting free pickleball social for high schoolers

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Elevate Trampoline Park preparing for grand opening

Education

Superintendent’s seat on dais sparks debate at Higley board meeting

The dais at the Higley Unified School District Governing Board’s first meeting for the 2025-26 school year July 8 had a different look — and some board members were not happy about it. …

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Scottsdale PD provides details of bee attack that killed Gilbert man

A 65-year-old Gilbert man died Monday after being attacked by bees while working at a Scottsdale independent living facility, police said Tuesday. Nicolas Lopez Soto and two other men were …

EDUCATION

Chandler school board sticks with ASBA for another year

One of the seven action items the Chandler Unified School District Governing Board approved at its June 25 meeting was the district’s annual Arizona School Boards Association dues. The …

Parks and Recreation

New dashboards help Gilbert mark Parks and Recreation month

July marks the 40th anniversary of National Park and Recreation Month. Gilbert is marking the month with new ways to connect, play and shape the future. This year’s …

Closings

Island Fin Poke Co. closes at Verde at Cooley Station

Island Fin Poke Co. closed June 30 at 2490 S. Recker Road, suite 101, Gilbert, in the Verde at Cooley Station development. The fast casual restaurant specialized in Hawaiian-style poke bowls, …

Education

Gilbert's McCord embraces unknown future

Shane McCord is sitting at a round table in his office in the 108-year-old Gilbert Public Schools building, which once served as a classroom in the original Gilbert High School. Not just …

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Bing Bistro opens Gilbert location

Bing Bistro opened May 17 at 1817 E. Baseline Road, suite 103, Gilbert. The Chinese restaurant also has a location in Scottsdale. 480-892-5318. www.bingbistroaz.com

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Education

Loutzenheiser's leadership grounded in relationships

If parents in the Higley Unified School District are looking to see what kind of leader new Superintendent David Loutzenheiser will be, consider this. Loutzenheiser has two season tickets …

INVESTIGATION

Gilbert police arrest teen girl after parking lot fight, curfew violations cited

A fight among teen girls Saturday night in a Gilbert business parking lot led to the arrest of a 15-year-old on assault, disorderly conduct and curfew violation charges. Gilbert police officers …

Education

Colleges honor Gilbert students

A number of college students from Gilbert have been honored during the academic year by their respective colleges.

EDUCATION

Chandler school board to vote on tax rate Wednesday

There are only two action items on the agenda for the Chandler Unified School District Governing Board to vote on Wednesday, July 9. One of the action items at the meeting — — set …

Commercial real estate

CBRE executes two industrial leases in Gilbert

CBRE's Mike Parker recently executed leases at two different industrial properties in Gilbert. The new leases total 92,723 square feet and were signed last month. The first lease was signed …

MOVIE

Classic ‘Grateful Dead Movie’ comes to Valley big screens for one night

The Grateful Dead will celebrate their 60th anniversary with a highly anticipated return to big screens for the annual theatrical event “Meet-Up At The Movies” worldwide on Thursday, Aug. 14.

Development

Planned office park in Gilbert wins approval to bring in commercial uses

An office park project in east Gilbert has received the OK on a request to allow more commercial development on its site. The Gilbert Town Council unanimously approved a minor general …

Public safety

Gilbert gives heat safety tips for residents

The town of Gilbert is offering safety tips to handle Arizona's summer heat. Stay safe Drink plenty of fluids throughout the day, even when you are not …

New ownership

Andy's Frozen Custard in west Gilbert changes hands

An entity tracing to Andy and Phyllis Chen acquired the Andy's Frozen Custard property at 1545 W. Elliot Road for $3.13 million June 9 from an entity tracing to South National Development Company, …

Opinions with Civility

From FOMO to JOMO: How Arizonans can find joy in spending less

The fear of missing out, when it increases social connections, can be a positive thing that leads to personal well-being, according to a study from Baylor University. However, when FOMO leads to impulsive purchases, living outside your means, increased debt and neglecting savings, it can wreak havoc on your finances and bring you financial anxiety.

Mindful travel: Why men should pay attention to testosterone levels, even on vacation

While summer vacations promise adventure, relaxation and a break from the everyday grind, they also can disrupt travelers’ everyday health routines and set back wellness goals. For many men, summer vacation means late nights, rich meals and skipped workouts, all of which can take a toll on energy, mood and testosterone levels.

From spark to suit: A legal guide for July 4 revelers in Arizona

The Fourth of July is a time for cookouts, fireworks and patriotic pride, but in Arizona, the line between celebration and citation can be thin. Every year, injuries and legal problems arise from fireworks gone wrong, many of which could be avoided with a little foresight.