Wednesday, April 16th, 2025

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Good morning, Goodyear. Here's your local news at a glance for Wednesday, the 16th of April.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ The Rock Goodyear, the new location from Alice Cooper’s Solid Rock Teen Centers, will celebrate its official grand opening on Saturday, April 26 at the Goodyear Municipal Complex (located at 14455 W. Van Buren Ave., Building C, Suite 101) after quietly welcoming teens since mid-February. The free event will run from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. and feature live music, dance performances, a fashion show, food trucks and facility tours. Goodyear Independent
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ Dozens of former student pilots have sued United Airlines and its Goodyear flight school—claiming that staffing shortages and too few aircraft kept them from completing a one-year program they paid for with steep loans. The federal lawsuit was filed in Phoenix on behalf of 29 students who enrolled expecting to become commercial pilots. Goodyear Independent
ECONOMY NEWS
- ➤ Rising tariffs have increased the cost of imported goods so many Goodyear shoppers now turn to local thrift stores like Hope's Closet for low-cost finds. The nonprofit store holds sales on the first Friday and Saturday of each month and supports domestic violence survivors (a local benefit) while staying tariff-free. Goodyear Independent
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Former student pilots are suing United Airlines and its Goodyear flight school for fraud after they claim the academy falsely promised a rigorous one-year program but instead ran short on instructors and aircraft, leading to heavy debt and slow progress. The federal suit filed in Phoenix by 29 former students (from several states) says many were expelled when they took too long to advance while United said it is exploring a new accreditation method. AZ Family
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Maricopa County’s annual fire ban will begin May 1 and run until Sept. 30 in Estrella Mountain Regional Park and all county parks—this ban stops campfires, fire pits and charcoal grills while officials may extend it if weather or air quality worsen. Goodyear Independent
SHOP NEWS
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SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Millennium’s baseball team, led by senior players and coach James McDonald, moved up to 6A baseball after planning a different season in the fall+ they are now in contention and working to build on their early progress. Goodyear Independent
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Latitude 33 Band Concert
6-10 p.m. — Golf Club of Estrella — Open to the public — Enjoy the debut performance of Latitude 33, featuring local music talent from Goodyear.
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Goodyear Networking Event
9-10 a.m. — Palm Valley Golf Club — $25 drop-in fee for guests — Build powerful connections and amplify your business influence in a community-driven atmosphere.
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Goodyear Networking Event
9-10 a.m. — Palm Valley Golf Club — $25 drop-in fee for non-members — Build powerful connections in a heart-centered community focused on business growth.
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Goodyear First Fridays
5-10 p.m. — 16721 W Indian School Rd — Free entry — Experience a vibrant night of food trucks, live music, and fun activities for all ages.
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Goodyear Networking Event
9-10 a.m. — Palm Valley Golf Club — $25 drop-in donation — Connect with local entrepreneurs and influencers to boost your business growth.
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2025 Grid Iron Classic Golf Tournament
7:30 a.m. – 12:00 p.m. — Golf Club of Estrella — Support the EFHS Wolves Football Program while enjoying a fun day of golf, contests, and good times.
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Talk-O Tuesday: Tacos, Toasts & Good Company
6-8:30 p.m. — Macayo's Mexican Food — Free entry — Enjoy a monthly social hour with tacos, drinks, and great conversation in a vibrant setting.
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