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Goodyear High School proposes two booster clubs
Two new booster organizations were included in the Agua Fria Union High School District governing board's Oct. 14 consent agenda. The Cheer Booster Association and Goodyear Spikes Track and … more
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Energy and manufacturing students pose in front of their “Monster House” display during Trunk or Treat at West-MEC’s Southwest Campus in Buckeye on Oct. 16, 2026. Students expanded this year’s attraction with mazes.
West-MEC students put skills to work for Trunk or Treat
West-MEC students put their career training to work on a different kind of project Oct. 16: transforming their school into a Halloween event for the community. more
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Meet Verrado Elementary School's principal Sarah Fantazia.
Inside Litchfield Elementary School District: Meet Principal Fantazia
Meet Verrado Elementary School's principal Sarah Fantazia. more
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A late two-tire gamble gave Tyler Reddick the win in the NASCAR Cup Series Freeway Insurance 500 at Phoenix Raceway on Sunday. With three races remaining in the NASCAR Chase, seven drivers are separated by just 56 points at the top of the standings.
Phoenix Raceway goes into first year not being NASCAR finale
AVONDALE — For six consecutive years, NASCAR's championship road ended in the Arizona desert. On Sunday, Phoenix Raceway instead became another stop on the road to a title. The championship … more
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From left, Chris Kienlen and Nicole Spinato-Kienlen join Jaime and Anthony Spinato in celebrating the 50th anniversary of Spinato’s Pizzeria & Family Kitchen in 2024. The family-owned Arizona restaurant is known for its longtime Valley roots and Chicago-style pizza.
Goodyear’s dining scene finds its flavor
For years, Goodyear residents have asked for more dining options closer to home. Now, many of those requests are starting to show up in actual restaurant announcements. more
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West-MEC’s career academy at Agua Fria. The district received a grant from AES Corp. to help launch its Electrical Trades Innovation Challenge, which will allow students to showcase their skills in the electrical trades.
AES awards $50,000 in West Valley grants
AES Corp. has awarded $50,000 in grants to West-MEC, Valley View Community Food Bank and Habitat for Humanity Central Arizona to support workforce training, food assistance and emergency home repairs. more

Dysart ran its record to 5-3 with a 53-0 rout of Kingman in El Mirage on Oct. 16.
West Valley Preps 2026 Week 8 football scoreboard
Games played  Oct. 16 unless otherwise noted 6A #4 Liberty (6-1) 40, #21 Boulder Creek (2-5) 6 (Oct. 15) #2 Chandler (6-1) 20 , #5 Centennial (6-1) 16 #9 Gilbert Higley (6-1) … more
Representatives from Jared Jewelers and the West Valley Regional Chamber take part in a ribbon-cutting ceremony Oct. 15, 2026, outside Jared’s new store at Gateway Crossing in Avondale.
Jared Jewelers opens Avondale store at Gateway Crossing
Jared Jewelers has opened a store at Gateway Crossing in Avondale and donated $20,000 to St. Mary’s Food Bank to mark the opening. more
Goodyear Chief Information Officer Lisa Faison has been named a recipient of the 2026 Women Leading IT Award from Info-Tech Research Group.
Goodyear technology chief receives leadership award
Goodyear Chief Information Officer Lisa Faison has received a 2026 Women Leading IT Award from Info-Tech Research Group, the city announced. more
In this March 13, 2016, file photo, the crowd watches drivers through the first two turns during a NASCAR Sprint Cup Series auto race at Phoenix International Raceway, in Avondale, Ariz.
NASCAR brings championship Chase to Avondale
The NASCAR Cup Series returns to Avondale on Sunday, Oct. 18, with the Freeway Insurance 500 scheduled to begin at noon at Phoenix Raceway. more
Chief Financial Officer Michael Vaughn told the governing board Oct. 13 that the district is gathering feedback from parents, employees and administrators to identify which educational experiences families value most.
Litchfield schools seek new framework for 2027-28 budget decisions as enrollment grows
Chief Financial Officer Michael Vaughn told the governing board Oct. 13 that the district is gathering feedback from parents, employees and administrators to identify which educational experiences families value most. more
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Chief Financial Officer Michael Vaughn presented the district's annual financial report and separate updates on its voter-approved override and bond programs during the Oct. 13 governing board meeting.
Litchfield schools detail override, bond spending as November election approaches
Chief Financial Officer Michael Vaughn presented the district's annual financial report and separate updates on its voter-approved override and bond programs during the Oct. 13 governing board meeting. more
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