Saturday, September 13th, 2025

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Good morning, Gilbert. Here's your local news at a glance for Saturday, the 13th of September.
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EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Greenfield Elementary teacher Anne Kelley received the Carl Wiltse Scholarship last month at the Bay View Week of Handbells convention—she connected with advanced bell-ringers to bring new ideas back to her classroom. Gilbert Independent
- ➤ Students from Higley High School’s law and public safety program led a 9/11 tribute on Thursday by turning the school courtyard into a Field of Honor—placing American flags and a wall of names to remember those lost. The event also featured educational posters, a timeline, and historical photos to help students learn about this important day. Gilbert Independent
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ The Gilbert Town Council voted six to one to postpone approval of zoning and land use changes for Lennar Homes’ proposed 91-home Willowbrook project and will reconvene on Oct 14 to review design revisions addressing local traffic and density concerns. Council members noted that high speeds and long delays at the intersection of Riggs Road & 156th Street have led to calls for safer turning options. Gilbert Sun News
- ➤ Gilbert Parks and Recreation director Robert Carmona resigned last week—he submitted his letter on Sept. 3 with immediate effect and will help during the transition—and Allyna Bay now serves as interim director while a nationwide search is launched. Gilbert Independent
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ NextCare announced it will open an urgent care facility at 835 N. Gilbert Road, suite 101 in Gilbert. The facility will offer care from 8 a.m. to 8 p.m. every day, but an official opening date has not been set. Gilbert Independent
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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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