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Thursday, May 1st, 2025
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Good morning, Gilbert. Here's your local news at a glance for Thursday, the 1st of May.
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CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ The Arizona Republic’s 'Gilbert Goons' documentary—made by Michael Chow, Robert Anglen and Elena Santa Cruz—has been named a finalist in the local video storytelling category of the Scripps Howard Journalism Awards, and the winner will be announced online on June 10. The Arizona Republic
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Two Gilbert teens from Chandler schools and one Tempe teen from Gilbert Public Schools were named among the 20 Flinn Scholarship winners. The awards will help pay for college and bring extra benefits—like study abroad and mentor programs—when college starts this fall. Gilbert Sun News
- ➤ Fifth and sixth graders from elementary schools competed last week at Mesquite Junior High in the district Battle of the Books contest. Greenfield Elementary—whose team included Kaylee Bezy, Maycee Bezy, Norah Thompson and librarian Heather Meaux—won after tiebreaker questions and will move on to regional competitions at Chandler Public Library on May 7. Gilbert Independent
- ➤ Gilbert Public Schools appointed new principals at Desert Ridge Junior High and Augusta Ranch Elementary on Tuesday. The governing board unanimously approved the selections for the upcoming 2025 to 2026 school year. Gilbert Independent
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Gilbert officials said House Bill 2720, signed by Gov. Katie Hobbs in May 2024, allowed up to two casitas on single-family homes and aimed to boost long-term rentals but instead spurred more short-term rentals and reduced local planning control + residents report that casitas built near property lines are challenging neighborhood rules. Gilbert Independent
REAL ESTATE NEWS
- ➤ On April 16, an entity linked to Gabriel G. Saia Jr. bought Portillo's at 2650 S. Market St. in Gilbert for $3 million from an entity managed by Macerich—without recorded debt—and the 7,670-square-foot restaurant built in 2022 sits on 2.90 acres with a double-lane drive-thru and about 105 parking spaces. Gilbert Independent
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People Who Could Fly Concert
8 PM – 2 AM — OHSO Brewery + Distillery — Check for entry fee — Experience high-energy indie pop tunes from Phoenix's dynamic band.
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Tao Te Ching Discussion
2-3:30 p.m. — Tumbleweed Park Recreation Center — Free entry — Explore the timeless wisdom of Lao Tzu and the concept of 'Wu-Wei' in a welcoming discussion setting.
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Arizona Avenue Band Live Performance
3:30-6:30 p.m. — Icons Sports Grill — Free entry — Experience a musical journey through classic hits with the Arizona Avenue Band.
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80's Baby Goat and Alpaca Yoga
6:30-7:30 p.m. — Baby Goat Yoga — $5 mat rental — Enjoy a totally rad yoga class surrounded by playful baby goats and charming alpacas.
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LIVE AND LOCAL! Featuring SIDE PEACE AZ
8-11 p.m. — OHSO Brewery + Distillery — Free entry — Experience a night of live music with local band SIDE PEACE AZ in the heart of Gilbert.
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LIVE AND LOCAL! at The Park
8-11 p.m. — OHSO Brewery + Distillery — Free entry — Enjoy a lively performance from AZ Rock Asylum as they bring the music to Old Town Gilbert.
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LIVE AND LOCAL! with People Who Could Fly
8-11 p.m. — O.H.S.O. Brewery + Distillery — Enjoy live music from People Who Could Fly, who have shared the stage with major acts.
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La Buena Vida Wine Club Pairing Dinner
7-10 p.m. — Cooper's Hawk Winery & Restaurant — $79 per person — Enjoy a Latin American-inspired menu paired with exclusive wines in a vibrant dining experience.
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Parenting Connection Workshop
6-7:30 p.m. — The Next Step — Free entry — Engage in discussions to enhance parenting skills and connect with fellow parents.
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LIVE AND LOCAL! Featuring The Retro Connection
8-11 p.m. — O.H.S.O. Gilbert — Free entry — Enjoy a night of live music with The Retro Connection in Old Town Gilbert.
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