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Sports Pavilion open Sundays during summer months
The Sports Pavilion at R.H. Johnson Recreation Center, 19803 R. H. Johnson Blvd., will be open on Sundays this summer. more
Vineetha Kartha was hired as the Central Arizona Project Colorado River programs manager in early 2022.
Surprise receives upbeat water supply update
Cautious optimism is preferable when discussing Arizona’s water resources, given the dire updates of the past two years. more
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Gov. Katie Hobbs vetoed legislation that would have forced the City of Scottsdale to provide water to the thirsty Rio Verde Foothills community. However, she encouraged the Senate to pass similar legislation immediately.
Governor vetoes bill to provide water to Rio Verde Foothills
Gov. Katie Hobbs vetoed legislation Monday that would have forced the city of Scottsdale to provide water to the thirsty Rio Verde Foothills community. House Bill 2441 was introduced by Rep. … more
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Officials investigate man’s death in Scottsdale fire
A man with burn injuries was found dead Monday morning inside the garage of a Scottsdale home, police said. Scottsdale detectives are investigating at the home near 135th Way and Sorrel Lane. … more
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Leadership with the city of Litchfield Park and Achen-Gardner Construction pose with prop shovels at the Litchfield Square groundbreaking event on Sept. 15, 2021.
Litchfield Park approves $11.5M inflation-remedy bond for Square
The Litchfield Park City Council approved an $11.5 million bond for Litchfield Square to supplement inflation and unforeseen cost increases. The project is the city’s attempt at creating a … more
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RCSC releases ASU survey results in Sun City
The future is coming, and Recreation Centers of Sun City officials are ensuring they are prepared to maintain favorite activities as they also look ahead to new opportunities as part of a study with Arizona State University. more
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Gilbert police officers will be doing a seat-belt-enforcement campaign May 22-June 4.
Gilbert PD stepping up seat-belt enforcement after getting grant
 Gilbert PD will join law enforcement agencies across the state and country in stepping up traffic patrols May 22-June 4 with a goal of increasing seatbelt usage rates through education and … more
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Local restaurant supports Arizonans for Children through golf fundraiser
Kasai Japanese Steakhouse presents the second annual Fire & Fairways Charity Golf Tournament on June 5 at the Scottsdale Silverado Golf Club. Golfers will compete for prizes while supporting … more
District CFO Chris Herrmann presented the Citizens' Budget Committee's recommendation for the board to authorize a special bond and override election at the May 10 meeting.
Kyrene approves budget changes for upcoming fiscal year
Kyrene School District Governing Board will be voting Tuesday, May 23, on whether to ask voters for additional funding assistance in the upcoming November election. more
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Babbo Italian Eatery is located at 8840 Talking Stick Way in Scottsdale.
Babbo Italian Eatery holds giving day for pancreatic cancer research
Babbo Italian Eatery is hosting its first-ever Baseball for Babbo Day of Giving event on June 15. All eight Valley Babbo Italian Eatery locations, including one in Scottsdale, will donate 100% … more
Suspect indicted in death of hiker near northeast Phoenix trail
A 22-year-old man has been indicted on one count of first-degree murder in the death of a hiker whose body was found near a desert hiking trail in northeast Phoenix. Maricopa County Attorney … more
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A construction worker is shown atop a roof at sunrise to beat daytime high temperatures in Queen Creek. The U.S. Census Bureau's latest numbers show Queen Creek saw its population grow 6.7%.
Census: Queen Creek leads Arizona in growth, top 15 nationally
PHOENIX – Queen Creek grew faster in the past year than any other community in Arizona, placing it among the top 15 nationwide for population increases, U.S. Census Bureau figures show. … more
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Stephanie Joyner, the Pinal County Historical Society and Museum’s first executive director, has won the 2023 Humanities Award from Arizona Humanities.
Pinal County Historical Museum director wins state award
Stephanie Joyner, the Pinal County Historical Society and Museum’s first executive director, has won the 2023 Humanities Award from Arizona Humanities. She was named this year’s Rising … more

Peoria Unified School District administrative office buidling, 6330 W. Thunderbird Road, Glendale.
Peoria Unified to procure updated textbooks
The Peoria Unified School District is planning to procure updated textbooks for their student population. more
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Costume contestants are cheered on by the crowd at “Metrocenter: A Fond Farewell Event” in Phoenix, Arizona on Sunday, May 21, 2023.
Farewell Metrocenter: Phoenix party remembers community icon
Decades of memories were remembered and celebrated during a May 21 community event bidding a final farewell to Metrocenter Mall in Phoenix. Metrocenter Mall was once the epicenter of all … more
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The Irish Cowboy is expected to be open in the coming months.
Irish Cowboy looks to be Florence’s newest watering hole
It may be a cliche, but Sabrina Johnston really wants her Irish Cowboy pub on Historic Main Street to be a place “where everybody knows your name.” That’s been the mission from the … more
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The Florence Unified School District is growing its tuition-based Preschool Program for the 2023-24 school year.
Florence schools expands preschool program for 2023-24
The Florence Unified School District is growing its tuition-based Preschool Program. FUSD wants to connect families to the school district from an early age and have a dedicated and intentional … more
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The new Sprouts Farmers Market in Queen Creek is looking to hire 95 employees.
Sprouts in Queen Creek hiring 95 employees
Sprouts Farmers Market will open its new store in Queen Creek in August, and it is ready to start hiring. Located at Vineyard Towne Center, 37666 N. Gantzel Road, the Sprouts Farmers Market is … more
The Recreation Centers of Sun City West golf courses are used by both residents in Sun City West, as well as open to the public.
Golfers encouraged to use the best tees on the Sun City West courses
A new type of education is rolling out on the golf courses in Sun City West. more
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Rodger Slater, Jim Lukken and Alexandra Chilson, Benefitness coach, participate in a fitness class.
Benevilla Benefitness offers financial help
Benevilla is offering a new Membership Assistance Program for those needing financial help to join the adaptive gym. more

Although the Coyotes entered their last game in Glendale (pictured) on April 29, 2022, ranked 30th out 32 NHL teams in home attendance, their West Valley finale drew 15,123 fans to Desert Diamond Arena.
Despite ‘re-engage’ pledge, Coyotes have not approached Glendale
Tuesday’s vote in Tempe this week shot down the Arizona Coyotes’ plans to build a new arena in that East Valley community as the team goes back to the drawing board to look for a permanent Valley home. more
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Police respond to gunshots fired in South Tempe
Several gunshots were fired early Sunday morning near the 1900 block of East Los Arboles in Tempe, but no injuries were reported, police said. The shots were fired about 3:45 a.m. May 21. Police … more
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Anita Verma-Lallian works at her desk on April 13, 2023, in Paradise Valley. Verma-Lallian is the owner of Camelback Productions, which she says is Arizona’s first woman- and South Asian-owned film production and entertainment company. (Photo by Gianna Abdallah/Cronkite News)
Arizona film tax credit expected to spur new Valley production companies
PHOENIX – Anita Verma-Lallian launched Camelback Productions, which she says is Arizona’s first woman- and South Asian-owned film production and entertainment company, in January … more
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Gov. Katie Hobbs
Phoenix lawmaker tried to expand Arizona Teachers Academy; Hobbs said no
Gov. Katie Hobbs refused last week to expand the Teachers Academy program that provides scholarships to prospective public school teachers to students attending private and religious colleges. … more
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Local business hosting open house at Arrowhead Mall in Glendale
To celebrate the kickoff to summer, Sip Fresh in Glendale is hosting an open house for regional business owners and developers. more
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