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Hi there, Gilbert! We've got your morning read ready! Read on to stay connected. ☀️

In today's newsletter:

  • How will Gilbert's new Vaughn Avenue Connector change your downtown drive?
  • How did Gilbert Christian extend its impressive volleyball win streak?

Also on today's calendar: The18th Annual Gospel Explosion Out of Africa Prophetic Conference and 9 more events.

Today's riddle: What do you get when you cross an angry cow with an angry sheep? 🤔 (Answer below!)

Weather forecast:

  • Thursday: Partly sunny and hot, with a high of 107 and low of 88 degrees. 🌶 Hot!
  • Friday: A t-storm around in the p.m., temps: high: 105, low: 85.
  • Saturday: Mostly sunny and very warm, with a high of 102 and low of 86 degrees.

📰 News we're reading

• Gilbert breaks ground on new Heritage District road connection (abc15.com) — A new Vaughn Avenue Connector is now under construction in Gilbert's Heritage District, creating an additional east–west route between Vaughn Avenue and Neely Street to ease traffic and improve access downtown. Funded by Gilbert's voter-approved transportation bond, the project supports ongoing Heritage District redevelopment, including new mixed-use projects and added commercial space that aim to boost walkability and local business growth.
   

• Volleyball Recap: Gilbert Christian Picks Up Eighth Consecutive Win (maxpreps.com) — Gilbert Christian's volleyball team has stretched its winning streak to eight straight matches, including a 2–0 victory over North Valley Christian Academy. The Knights, now 11–1, quickly followed that win with another sweep of Payson, while North Valley Christian bounced back with a narrow win over Safford, keeping regional competition lively for local fans.
   

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🗞 Nearby News

Chandler

  • '80s Hard Rock Legends Announce New 'Best Of' U.S. Tour Dates Through 2027 (parade.com)
  • In Arizona, Gallego Meets with Workers, Manufacturers, First Responders and Community Leaders (senate.gov)
  • Michael Malone wastes no time hitting the road as UNC's recruiting push intensifies (keepingitheel.com)

Mesa

  • Mesa Public Schools asks voters to weigh in on $449 million with November vote (abc15.com)

Ok Gilbert! So now you're in the loop about what's happening today. Thanks for reading, and see you in your inbox next time! Oh -- and if you like what you're reading, invite a friend to Patch AM!

-- The Patch AM Team

P.S. The answer to today's riddle: An animal that's in a baaaaad mooood! (Thank you Lisa A. for sending it in!)
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