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In today's newsletter:
- What CUSD’s leadership change means as enrollment and budgets tighten
- How Chandler’s council just gained clout over Valley Metro transit decisions
Also on today's calendar: Aji Sunset Floating Sound Bath and 8 more events.
Today's riddle: What goes up but never goes down? 🤔 (Answer below!)
- Tuesday: Hot with hazy sun, with a high of 113 and low of 86 degrees. 🌶 Hot!
- Wednesday: Mostly sunny and hot, temps: high: 114, low: 86.
- Thursday: Hazy sun and hot, with a high of 112 and low of 86 degrees.
📰 News we're reading
• Chandler Unified School District superintendent retires after 44-year career (eastvalleytribune.com) — Chandler Unified School District has a new superintendent, Dr. Anna Battle, following the retirement of longtime educator Frank Narducci after 30 years in the district. As CUSD confronts declining enrollment, budget-driven layoffs, and possible future school closures, Narducci reflects on expanding workforce-focused programs and the staff he credits for keeping Chandler schools a destination for families. 
• Valley Metro Board Elects New Chair, Board Officers (inbusinessphx.com) — Chandler residents now have a stronger voice in regional transit decisions, as City Councilmember OD Harris has been elected vice chair of the Valley Metro RPTA board for the 2027 fiscal year. He’ll help guide policies on bus and rail service, safety improvements, and a major bus network redesign that affects riders across Chandler and the greater Phoenix area.
📸 Around Chandler
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Upcoming Events in
Chandler
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HAPPY BIRTHDAY - Mrs. Cox (4th Grade)
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11:00 pm -
Aji Sunset Floating Sound Bath →
Aji Spa, 5594 W Wild Horse Pass Blvd, Chandler
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Kinders in Training
Basha Elementary Chandler, AZ 85248
7:30 am -
Bulldog Day
Bogle Junior High Chandler, AZ 85248
8:00 am -
PTSO Meeting
Kyrene De Las Brisas BRI/APR Media Ctr
4:00 pm -
Meet the Teacher
Basha Elementary Chandler, AZ 85248
4:00 pm -
Meet the Teacher Night
Ryan Elementary Chandler, AZ 85249
4:00 pm -
Basha High Link Day
Basha High Chandler, AZ 85249
7:00 am -
Kinder Jets in Training
Jacobson Elementary Chandler, AZ 85248
7:30 am -
The MILFY MEDIUM! →
Mic Drop Comedy, 51 E Boston St, Chandler
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Hot Yoga & Brew →
SanTan Brewing - Downtown Chandler, 8 S San Marcos Pl, Chandler
5:00 pm
Thursday July 9
Sunday July 12
Monday July 13
Tuesday July 14
Thursday July 23
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🗓 Events Nearby
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Tech Training Tuesday: AI and Chat GPT →
Ed Robson Library, 9330 E Riggs Rd, Sun Lakes
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AMERICAN THE BEAUTIFUL →
San Tan Ballroom, 25630 S Brentwood Dr, Sun Lakes
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Let's Play UNO! →
Ed Robson Library, 9330 E Riggs Rd, Sun Lakes
10:00 am -
Chandler Singles Mixer 2026 →
IronOaks At Sun Lakes, 24218 South Oakwood Boulevard, Sun Lakes
7:00 pm
Tuesday July 7
Thursday July 9
Saturday July 11
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💬 Chatter
What your neighbors are talking about on social media
- Found a lost older pit mix in Carrington Place in the Tennis Courts.
I tried to get him out with treats and food, but the poor baby is scarred. If you know who's dog this is, please let them know. (Nextdoor Carrington Place) - Hello, I just figured out about this app.
Our cat Duke loves to escape the house and go outside, but usually returns in a few hours or couple of days. Unfortunately, it has been a week… (Nextdoor Twelve Oaks)
- Universal Forest Products - UFP Industries, Inc. posted a job opening for Assemblers - 391 in Chandler. Apply here.
- Applied Materials posted a job opening for Master Production Control II - (B2) in Chandler. Apply here. You can search for other jobs near Chandler here.
🗞 Nearby News
Gilbert
- Garage Door Installation Gilbert: Choosing Materials That Survive Extreme Heat (rivertonjournal.com)
- Traffic sign pilot a bust in Gilbert (eastvalleytribune.com)
- Gilbert poised to hike short-term rental fees (eastvalleytribune.com)
Tempe
- AM Roundup: Fiery crash in Tempe, Westgate shooting, Spencer's Place receives special award! (abc15.com)
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-- The Patch AM Team
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