Here's your local news at a glance for Wednesday, the 3rd of September.
Good morning, Gilbert.
Johnston and Murphy will open a store at 2200 E.
Williams Field Road, suite 103 in Gilbert's San Tan Village mall—an American footwear and clothing company that designs, sources, markets and distributes its products—and no opening date has been announced.
Mayor Scott Anderson and Gilbert Police Youth Community Engagement Officer Emily King met with leaders from public, private, and charter schools to discuss improving campus safety, preventing teen violence, and boosting access to higher education and job opportunities as the new school year approaches — the group will meet quarterly and invites interested school leaders to join their next roundtable in early October.
Chandler-Gilbert, GateWay and Paradise Valley community colleges have joined the Unlocking Opportunity network by the Aspen Institute to reform programs and help students move toward good jobs or a bachelor's degree.
Over the next three years, college leaders will study data to improve dual enrollment and advising strategies (their plans aim to better align programs with local workforce needs) to boost student success.
Gilbert Police Assistant Chief Michael Angstead said that the rise of e-bikes has raised safety concerns in our town—teenagers riding class three models can reach 28 mph.
He noted that council reviewed the issue on Aug. 26 and warned that many parents may not know the differences between e-bike classes.
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.
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.
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.
Thaddeus Rose Band
8-11 p.m. — OHSO Brewery + Distillery — Cost info not specified — Enjoy an evening of alternative music with Thaddeus Rose Band.
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.
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.
Tech Tinkerverse at Gilbert's Southeast Regional Library
9 a.m. - Noon — Southeast Regional Library — Check website for fees — Explore robots, coding, and circuits in a fun tech-themed camp for young inventors.
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