Good morning, Gilbert.

Conservative activist Charlie Kirk was fatally shot during his tour stop at Utah Valley University on Sept.

10, and his body was flown back to Phoenix while faith leaders in metro Phoenix offered prayers and condemned the violence+urged community unity.

Actors Youth Theatre will present The Addams Family Musical at Life Community Church, 717 W.

Ray Road in Gilbert from Sept. 17—21. Showtimes include 7 p.m. on Sept. 17, 5:30 p.m. and 8 p.m. on Sept. 18—19, 10 a.m. on Sept. 20, and 3 p.m. on Sept. 21 while tickets cost $20.

Rising repair costs for aging trucks and increasing landfill tipping fees have strained Gilbert’s solid waste fund, and public works staff are reviewing trash rates that could lead to higher fees for residents next year—pressure also mounts from a declining recycling market that is raising disposal costs. The board will assess these issues before making recommendations to Council in February.

On August 21, an entity tracing to Frank Lam and Liang Zhou bought the former Fiesta Mexicana restaurant at 1017 E.

Baseline Road for $3.3 million, including a down payment of $660,000 and $2.64 million in new loans from Desert Financial Credit Union. The 8,684-square-foot single-tenant building was built in 2003 on 1.68 acres zoned regional commercial.

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.

Free Comedy Show at JP's Comedy Club

7 p.m. — JP’s Comedy Club — Free entry — Enjoy a night of laughs with talented comedians and friends in a cozy venue.

Braggn Bronde Class

10 AM - 4:30 PM — Parlour One Salon — Check website for pricing — Elevate your Bronde skills with expert techniques and a digital class manual.

LIVE AND LOCAL! The Conveyors at O.H.S.O. Brewery

8-11 p.m. — OHSO Brewery + Distillery — Free entry — Enjoy lively reggae tunes from The Conveyors on a dog-friendly patio.

October Stake Baptisms

9 am - 3 pm — Gilbert Arizona Stake Center — All welcome — Participate in community baptisms held by various wards throughout the day.

Women’s: Learn of Christ Religion Class

4:30-5:30 p.m. — Gilbert Arizona Stake Center — Nursery provided — A welcoming weekly class for women exploring religious teachings of Christ.