Good Day
Gilbert
Wednesday, November 5th, 2025
Good morning, Gilbert. Here's your local news at a glance for Wednesday, the 5th of November.
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ 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. Gilbert Independent
- ➤ 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. Gilbert Independent
- ➤ 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.' Gilbert Independent
ENVIRONMENT NEWS
- ➤ 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. Maricopa County
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ 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. Gilbert Independent
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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.
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LIVE AND LOCAL! Featuring Dayweather
8-11 p.m. — OHSO Brewery + Distillery — No cover charge — Enjoy lively reggae music in a vibrant brewery atmosphere.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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TODAY'S FOOD FOR THOUGHT
In matters of style, swim with the current; in matters of principle, stand like a rock.
~ Thomas Jefferson
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