Good Day
Gilbert
Saturday, December 13th, 2025
Good morning, Gilbert. Here's your local news at a glance for Saturday, the 13th of December.
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ Analaura and James DeVary own Senior Helpers of Gilbert & Chandler, a home care service providing flexible, compassionate support including personal care, medication reminders, and transportation for families in need. The business, now three years in operation, builds trusted partnerships through the Gilbert Chamber. Gilbert Independent
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ On Dec. 9, Gilbert Public Schools officials proposed closing Pioneer Elementary School because long-term enrollment declines and fiscal challenges have left it as the smallest school with two classrooms per grade. The district plans boundary changes for 2026–27. Gilbert Independent
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Gilbert Public Works announced a four-month pipeline project starting Dec. 15 along Higley Road from Guadalupe to Ray Roads. The week of Dec. 15 valves will close on Higley Road, affecting households between Baseline and Williams Field Roads and between Power and Val Vista Roads — water will be rerouted. Gilbert Independent
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Batti Performance opened in mid-November at 425 W. Guadalupe Road, suite 115. The gym now trains youth and high school athletes in speed, strength, and power development (contact for more details). Gilbert Independent
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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Arizona Science Center Fire & Ice
9 a.m. – Noon — Southeast Regional Library — Engage in exciting science experiments exploring heat and cold extremes.
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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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Light the World Giving Machines
9-10 a.m. — Gilbert Water Tower Plaza — Donation-based purchases — Support local and global communities through unique charity vending machines this Christmas.
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~ Jim Rohn
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