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Sunday, August 3rd, 2025

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Good morning, Gilbert. Here's your local news at a glance for Sunday, the 3rd of August.

ECONOMY NEWS

  • Grocery prices have risen over 6% since 2022 and a family of four now needs close to $1,000 a month for food, so Gilbert shoppers are urged to plan ahead by checking weekly ads—making a strict list, eating before shopping, and using discount programs and credit rewards to trim their bills.  Gilbert Independent

EDUCATION NEWS

  • Two Gilbert Public Schools principals earned honors for exceptional leadership — Jim Leeper of Boulder Creek Elementary received the Arizona School Administrators’ Distinguished Administrator Award and Tyler Dumas of Campo Verde High received the Maricopa County School Superintendent’s Exemplary Principal Award — for their work in boosting student achievement and strengthening school culture.  Gilbert Sun News
  • Higley Unified School District earned the Certificate of Excellence in Financial Reporting from the Association of School Business Officials International for its fiscal report ending June 30. The award recognizes the district's clear focus on transparency and strong financial management—vital for supporting quality education.  Gilbert Independent
  • Dr. Shane McCord will retire after the 25/26 school year after eight years as superintendent—he spent over 30 years in education—and the Gilbert Public Schools Governing Board has begun searching for a new district leader.  Gilbert Sun News

EVENTS

SUBMIT EVENT
  • Free Comedy Show

    7-9 p.m. — JP’s Comedy Club — Free entry — Enjoy a night filled with laughs from talented comedians in a cozy setting.

    Fri, 8/8/25

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  • FREE Comedy Show at JP’s Comedy Club

    7-9 p.m. — JP’s Comedy Club — Free entry — Enjoy a night of hilarity featuring a lineup of talented comedians.

    Fri, 8/15/25

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  • LIVE AND LOCAL: The Hourglass Cats

    8-11 p.m. — OHSO Brewery + Distillery — Cost info not provided — Enjoy live tunes from The Hourglass Cats in a vibrant local venue.

    Sat, 8/16/25

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  • Pizzas, Pipes, and Pinoys

    3:30-5:30 p.m. — Organ Stop Pizza — No cover charge — Escape the summer heat with delicious pizza and remarkable organ music from a world-class theater pipe organ.

    Sun, 8/17/25

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  • Aloha Kauwela Wine Club Dinner

    7-10 p.m. — Cooper's Hawk Winery & Restaurant — $79 per person — Savor a Hawaiian-themed dinner with exquisite wine pairings and a tropical atmosphere.

    Mon, 8/18/25

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  • Aloha Kauwela Wine Club Dinner

    7-10 p.m. — Cooper's Hawk Winery & Restaurant — $79 per person — Experience an island-themed pairing dinner with delectable dishes inspired by Hawaiian cuisine.

    Tue, 8/19/25

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  • LIVE AND LOCAL! at The Park

    8-11 p.m. — O.H.S.O. Gilbert — Free entry — Enjoy a lively evening with The Conveyors, bringing reggae vibes to Old Town Gilbert.

    Fri, 8/22/25

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  • JK! Studios Live - Gilbert Evening

    7:00-8:30 p.m. — American Leadership Academy, Gilbert North 7-12 — Ticket required — Experience a night of family-friendly comedy with the original cast of Studio C.

    Sat, 8/23/25

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  • Hoop Nation Labor Day Weekend National Invitational

    Aug 30 - Sep 1 — Inspire Courts AZ — $450 for 4 games — Compete for a chance to win free entries into future HoopNation events.

    Sat, 8/30/25

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REAL ESTATE

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ANNOUNCEMENTS

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