Good Day
Gilbert
Thursday, August 28th, 2025
Good morning, Gilbert. Here's your local news at a glance for Thursday, the 28th of August.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ The town of Gilbert will take part in the 9/11 National Day of Service next month—volunteers can help by packing hygiene kits, assisting seniors, writing notes, and hosting donation drives. Residents can also submit a request if a friend or neighbor needs extra support during the event. Gilbert Independent
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ Proof Artisan Bread will open a new location in January at the Modera Higley Commons mixed-use development—located at 3089 E. Ray Road in Gilbert—where the bakery will offer sourdough bread, pastries and pizzas. The Arizona-based stone mill already operates four locations in the Valley. Gilbert Independent
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Gilbert Town Council postponed its vote on the Willowbrook development to allow staff, residents + developer time to address traffic and safety concerns near Riggs Road and 156th Street. Lennar Homes seeks approval for a plan to build a 91-lot subdivision on 26.4 acres that would change zoning and lot size standards. Gilbert Independent
REAL ESTATE NEWS
- ➤ In July, Gilbert closed home sales increased by over 22% while the 268 homes sold for a median price that fell 5.7% to roughly $600K and an average price that dropped 3.8%, with homes staying on the market for 69 days—pending sales declined nearly 30% and new listings rose 6.7%. Gilbert Sun News
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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.
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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.
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Barre at the Bar! Country Edition
9:45-10:45 a.m. — Not My First Rodeo — Included complimentary cocktail — Enjoy a full-body barre workout set to upbeat country music in a vibrant bar atmosphere.
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Dueling Pianos Showdown
11:30 a.m. — Backyard Gilbert — Check venue for costs — Experience a musical duel as Cactus Keys takes the stage for an energetic night.
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Thaddeus Rose Band
8-11 p.m. — OHSO Brewery + Distillery — Cost info not specified — Enjoy an evening of alternative music with Thaddeus Rose Band.
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Stake Baptisms
4-7:30 p.m. — Gilbert Arizona Stake Center Chapel — Open to all — Experience a meaningful community event with baptisms held for members of the Stake.
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Live Music at O.H.S.O. Gilbert featuring Gabo Fayuca and Friends
8-11 p.m. — OHSO Brewery + Distillery — No cover charge — Enjoy a lively evening of reggae music with talented local performers in a dog-friendly atmosphere.
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~ Tony Robbins
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