Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 12th of December.
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🏘️ Community
Gilbert officials outlined four ways for residents to give back this season through donation drives, volunteer work, youth or family adoptions and charitable shopping.
Donations began at the Blue Line of Love Holiday Drive on Dec. 11 at Photos with Santa, and opportunities run through Dec. 13 — check updates.
💼 Business
Arcwell Insurance Agency opened in October at 1530 E.
Williams Field Road, suite 201, offering home, auto, and business coverage in Gilbert. The family-owned firm (the first in Arizona for its Glendora-based agency) now serves local residents with financial services.
🎓 Education
A board self-evaluation at Higley Unified School District turned tense on Dec.
9 when President Amanda Wade accused board member Anna Van Hoek of violating communication protocols regarding a staff member’s social media post. Van Hoek maintained her response via district email was appropriate.
🎉 Gilbert Events
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Chandler Car Show
8-11 a.m. — Lenny's Burgers — Free entry — Display your ride and enjoy coffee with fellow car enthusiasts.
Arizona Broncos Christmas Extravaganza
3-7 p.m. — San Tan Ford — Free entry — Celebrate the holiday season with raffles, prizes, and community spirit among Bronco enthusiasts.
Light the World Giving Machines
9-10 a.m. — Gilbert Water Tower Plaza — Donations welcomed — Contribute to global and local charities by purchasing meaningful items at unique vending machines.
Light the World Giving Machines
9-10 a.m. — Gilbert Water Tower Plaza — Donations encouraged — Brighten the holidays by giving to local and global charities through unique vending machines.
Light the World Giving Machines
9 a.m. – 9 p.m. — Gilbert Water Tower Plaza — Donation-based entry — Contribute to global and local charities through unique vending machines this Christmas season.
Get Grounded Workshop for Teens
6:00-7:30 PM — The Next Step AZ — Registration required — Empower teens to manage emotions and react purposefully through expert-led strategies.
Illumin80s
8 PM – 12 AM — OHSO Brewery + Distillery — Check for entry fees — Experience a lively celebration of 80s music with high energy performances in a hip brewery setting.
Light the World Giving Machines
9 a.m. – 9 p.m. — Gilbert Water Tower Plaza — Donations encouraged — Spread the spirit of giving this Christmas by purchasing meaningful items for those in need.
Arizona Science Center Fire & Ice
9 a.m. – Noon — Southeast Regional Library — Engage in exciting science experiments exploring heat and cold extremes.
Light the World Giving Machines
9 a.m. — Gilbert Water Tower Plaza — Donations range from groceries to child vaccines — Spread love and charity this Christmas season in Gilbert.
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