Wednesday, April 8th, 2026
Good morning, Gilbert. Here's your local news at a glance for Wednesday, the 8th of April.
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ Luna Grill will open its second Arizona restaurant in Gilbert at 3131 S. Market St., Suite 108 on April 16. The Mediterranean chain, founded in San Diego, plans four more locations in Arizona later this year. Gilbert Independent
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Trinity Donovan will lead the Gilbert Advocacy Center as construction continues while she readies staffing and operations, drawing on 16 years of experience at AZCEND to ensure stable leadership. Gilbert Independent
- ➤ The Town of Gilbert earned reaccreditation as an Accredited Economic Development Organization by the International Economic Development Council – it has maintained this status since 2013 and Economic Development Director Dan Henderson received the Jeffrey A. Finkle Organizational Leadership Award in 2025. Gilbert Economic Development
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ Gilbert's 7-year-old Nicco Helms, a cancer survivor, will kick off Children’s Cancer Network’s 16th Annual Run to Fight Children’s Cancer on Sunday, April 12 at Mesa’s Riverview Park. The event supports families battling childhood cancer + welcomes runners, joggers, and walkers of all ages. Gilbert Sun News
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The Taide Band Live Performance
8 p.m. – 12 a.m. — OHSO Brewery + Distillery — Free entry — Experience The Taide Band's electrifying mix of reggae, rock, and Latin rhythms live in a dynamic setting.
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LIVE AND LOCAL! Featuring Radio Replay
8-11 p.m. — OHSO Brewery + Distillery — Free entry — Enjoy high-energy dance-rock and top 40 hits at this lively brewery with a dog-friendly patio.
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Live DJ Performance by CHKLZ at O.H.S.O. Gilbert
9 a.m. – 12 p.m. — O.H.S.O. Brewery + Distillery — No cover charge — Enjoy vibrant beats from award-winning DJ duo CHKLZ while relaxing in a lively brewery setting.
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Live and Local! Featuring Kailin Kay and Sundown
8-11 p.m. — OHSO Brewery + Distillery — Free entry — Enjoy lively live music from local rock bands while savoring delicious food and drinks in a dog-friendly environment.
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90s Grunge Night
8-11 p.m. — O.H.S.O. Gilbert — Free entry — Relive the grunge era with live music from Grunge Sponges featuring your favorite 90's hits.
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The Taide Band Live Performance
9 AM – 1 PM — OHSO Brewery + Distillery — Free entry — Experience electrifying fusion music from The Taide Band in a lively brewery atmosphere.
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Trivia Tuesday
7-9 p.m. — Backyard Gilbert — Happy hour all day — Test your knowledge at a fun trivia night in a casual setting.
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LIVE AND LOCAL! at The Park: AZ Rock Asylum
8-11 p.m. — OHSO Brewery + Distillery — Cover TBD — Rock out to the hits of 80's arena rock superstars with a local band in a lively brewery setting.
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People Who Could Fly Concert
8 PM – 12 AM — OHSO Brewery + Distillery — Enjoy the vibrant indie pop sounds of local band People Who Could Fly.
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DJ Hey Zeus: 25 Years of Sonic Mastery
9 a.m. – 12 p.m. — OHSO Brewery + Distillery — Free entry — Experience a unique sonic journey with DJ Hey Zeus showcasing his eclectic vinyl sets.
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