Arts

Chandler artist Laurie Fagen receives 3 awards

By SanTan Sun News Chandler artist Laurie Fagen received three Juror’s Choice awards  in the upcoming Art for Land’s Sake online auction sponsoring the nonprofit Desert Foothills Land Trust. Her “Ahh, Sedona” fiber art...

Chandler Girl Scout helps youths discover skating

By Justin Liggin Guest Writer When 15-year-old Chandler resident Maria Gonzalez isn’t on the ice practicing for her next figure skating competition, she is out in the community making a difference. By combining her passion for...

Hamilton baseball hungry for redemption

By Zach Alvira Sports Editor The last time Hamilton right-handed pitcher Logan Saloman took the mound in a state title game, he was a wide-eyed freshman that had earned the trust of his coaches and teammates. Saloman threw a...

Neighbor’s suicide leaves regret, questions in its wake

By David Leibowitz Columnist The white house sits across the street from the window fronting my desk. Not much distinguishes the place from the rest of the block where I moved two weeks ago. Four orange trees, their trunks...

Ocotillo Artists Group shines in annual spring show

By SanTan Sun News Staff Just in time for Easter and Mother’s Day, area residents and art collectors can enjoy fine art and craft by Chandler area artists as the Ocotillo Artists Group presents its spring art show. The show in...

Chandler Museum offers two major new exhibits

By SanTan Sun News Staff Chandler Museum, 300 S. Chandler Village Drive, Chandler is offering a variety of free programs next month as well as a new exhibit. The museum is open 10 a.m.-5 p.m. Tuesday through Saturday and 1-5 p.m....

Chandler provides help on code compliance problems

By the City of Chandler Chandler’s Neighborhood Preservation Division has a team of code inspectors that are assigned areas throughout the city. Part of their job is to ensure each home and business in their area is kept free...

Study looks at arts enrollment in CUSD schools

By Paul Maryniak Executive Editor A statewide study released last week shows that the percentage of Chandler Unified School District students enrolled in arts education programs exceeded the state average until the...

Chandler man elected to Toastmasters International board

By SanTan Sun News Staff A Chandler man has been elected to the Toastmasters International Board of Directors. Michael J. Holian will be a “working ambassador” for Toastmasters International, a 98-year-old nonprofit that aims...

Chandler to allow video hearings for protection orders

By Ken Sain Staff Writer Chandler Municipal Court will now allow victims of domestic violence to file for protection orders by video conference, allowing them to speak to a judge remotely. The announcement drew praise from Alicia...