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ASU president paints bleak picture of Arizona’s economy, future

Arizona is “underprepared” for the disruption that technology will bring to its economy and society in general over the next two decades, Arizona State University President Michael Crow warned recently. Addressing attendees...

A ‘Frozen’ Adventure: New Disney show drives ‘Cars,’ princesses and toys to the ice

Elsa and Anna, Lightning McQueen, Ariel and Prince Eric and, of course, Mickey and Minnie will come alive with the action-packed Disney on Ice Presents Worlds of Enchantment Thursday, Jan. 19, to Sunday, Jan. 22, at Talking Stick...

Classic Santa theme park reopens in Skyforest

The holidays may be over, but you can celebrate all year with the newly reopened SkyPark at Santa’s Village in the community of Skyforest, near Big Bear, California. It’s a mere five-hour drive from downtown Phoenix, on the...

Chandler Police Cadets a blessing for teens, young adults

It is nothing new to hear that 2016 was a rough year for law enforcement officers. As of Dec. 28, 2016, according to the Officer Down Memorial page, officers killed by gunfire was up 59% from 2015. Here in Chandler, our police...

Chandler Wedding Walk caters to engaged couples

Following the coattails of the holiday engagement season, the Chandler Wedding Walk has been scheduled to help couples plan their special day. Set for 4 p.m. to 7 p.m. Thursday, Jan. 12, the Chandler Wedding Walk allows...

D’Vine Bistro fundraiser helps Hamilton students, families in need

A wine social at D’Vine Wine Bar and Bistro attracted more than 250 members of the community in support of the Hamilton Homeless Fund. The Dec. 10 wine social featured more than 30 wines, live music, a silent auction and...

Pet adoption center celebrates 5,000th family found

A Chandler animal shelter is celebrating its 5,000th pet adoption. PetMatch Adoption Center opened just four years ago in Chandler Fashion Center, but is already proving to be a success, said Marketing and Communications Manager...

City to unveil historical kiosk at Nozomi Park

Most Americans know the story behind Pearl Harbor, but how many realize that the City of Chandler played a role in devastating part of history? The municipality is taking important steps to chronicle these events. “There was a...

3 set to be inducted into Celebration Plaza

Mayor Jay Tibshraeny and the City of Chandler will honor two individuals and one organization by inducting them into Celebration Plaza at Tumbleweed Park during a special ceremony at 8 a.m. Saturday, Jan. 21. Former Chandler...

Filmmakers worldwide showcased at Chandler film fest

An eclectic mix of filmmakers, industry professionals, students and movie buffs will network and celebrate the magic of cinema at the Chandler International Film Festival from Friday, Jan. 13, to Sunday, Jan. 15, at SoHo63. “We...