Good morning, Gilbert.

Students from Higley High School and Gilbert Classical Academy won top awards at the MAKERS of Change Assistive Technology Challenge held Oct.

17 at the Helios Education Foundation in Phoenix — over 100 teams competed to design adaptive devices for a 5-year-old boy with cerebral palsy. Higley’s Smart Little People team won Best in Show while Gilbert Classical Academy’s Spartans won in Level 2.

Early results for Higley's 15% maintenance and operations override show that the measure is losing by nearly 1,500 votes, with 6,917 No votes plus 5,431 Yes votes.

The initial count from Maricopa County had a turnout of 21.19%, signaling that the proposal will not pass to avoid further cuts.

On Oct. 28, the Gilbert Public Schools Governing Board reviewed updates to its patriotic observances policy—updates that add two state-mandated civics education days—and Superintendent Dr. Shane McCord presented the changes to rename the policy 'Patriotic Exercises and Observance Days.'

The Maricopa County Air Quality Department launched its annual Burn Cleaner, Burn Better campaign on November 4 to remind residents that cleaner choices in wood burning and fireworks can improve air quality and public health.

The department advises using gas or propane alternatives — a step that helps lower harmful particles and reduce respiratory risks.

Serengeti Care opened its Gilbert location on Sept.

3 at 1410 W. Guadalupe Road, suite 113—providing nonmedical in-home personal care services to local residents.

Emotional Regulation Workshop for Teens

6-7:30 p.m. — The Next Step — Free — Interactive workshop teaching 11-13 year olds essential emotional regulation skills through engaging activities.

LIVE AND LOCAL! Featuring Dayweather

8-11 p.m. — OHSO Brewery + Distillery — No cover charge — Enjoy lively reggae music in a vibrant brewery atmosphere.

Absolute 90s

8-11 p.m. — OHSO Brewery + Distillery — Free entry — Experience the ultimate 90s nostalgia with a live cover band playing hits from the decade's most iconic bands.

The Pharmers Market Launch Event

10 a.m. – 2 p.m. — Cosmiix Beauty Labs — Free entry — Celebrate local beauty and community with piercings, coffee, and curated pop-ups at Cosmiix's launch event.

Art Expressions Workshop for Teens

6-7:30 p.m. — The Next Step — Free entry — A creative art workshop for teens to express their emotions through unique artwork and self-discovery.

The Hourglass Cats

8 PM - 12 AM — OHSO Brewery + Distillery — Free entry — Enjoy funky-fresh desert rock and reggae vibes from a local sound collective.

IRONMAN Arizona

Tempe Town Lake — Nov 16 — Tempe Town Lake and Tempe Beach Park — Registration required — Compete in a challenging triathlon through scenic Arizona landscapes.

Light the World Giving Machines

9-10 a.m. — Gilbert Water Tower Plaza — Donations accepted — Donate acts of love through unique vending machines this Christmas in Gilbert.

Light the World Giving Machines

9-10 a.m. — Gilbert Water Tower Plaza — Free entry — Help spread holiday cheer by visiting the giving machines this Christmas in Gilbert, Arizona.

People Who Could Fly Concert

8 PM – 12 AM — OHSO Brewery + Distillery — Free entry — Dance the night away with high-energy indie pop vibes from Phoenix's own People Who Could Fly.