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Wednesday, August 13th, 2025

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Good morning, Gilbert. Here's your local news at a glance for Wednesday, the 13th of August.

BUSINESS NEWS

  • HOA Playground Services moved its office in June from Germann Road to 3580 S. 144th St. — the company supplies and maintains playground equipment for community playgrounds.  Gilbert Independent

CRIME NEWS

  • On Sunday, Mesa and Gilbert officers shot a 37-year-old suspect — who claimed he had a gun but was seen holding a black object — on US 60 near the Loop 101 and Country Club Road, and he remains hospitalized after being found unarmed.  AZ Family

CULTURE NEWS

  • Party in the Park will take place at Gilbert Regional Park on November 8 and will feature headliner Pitbull along with R&B acts Shaggy, Ginuwine, Ying Yang Twins, Baby Bash and MIMS—tickets go on presale at 10 a.m. on August 21 and general sale at 10 a.m. on August 22 with prices starting at $59 plus fees.  The Arizona Republic

EDUCATION NEWS

  • Nine public school districts including Gilbert Public Schools issued a joint statement—celebrating satellite Career Technical Education programs—that offer more than 100 courses to 24,000 students across Maricopa and Pinal counties. The districts said these programs, which include sports medicine and other fields, help students earn certifications and avoid long commutes—strengthening school ties and preparing a future workforce—while discussions with EVIT continue.  Gilbert Sun News

GOVERNMENT NEWS

  • The Gilbert Planning Commission approved final plans for The Ranch—a $1B project at Power and Warner roads—as developers adjusted plans with neighbor input.  The Arizona Republic

EVENTS

SUBMIT EVENT
  • 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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  • LIVE AND LOCAL! Featuring Copper Skyline

    8-11 p.m. — OHSO Brewery + Distillery — Cost info not provided — Experience the modern country-pop sounds of Copper Skyline with high-energy performances and great musicianship.

    Sat, 9/6/25

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