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Dave Boucos, of Surprise, recently won $50,000 from the Publishers Clearinghouse Sweepstakes.
Surprise resident gets a $50K surprise
Surprise resident Dave Boucos recently got $50,000 as he was greeted with a gigantic-sized check, balloons plus all the fanfare and excitement that goes with winning the Publishers Clearing House Sweepstakes. more
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Mesa therapist, ASU grad uses music to help with healing at Arizona State Hospital
Mario Enciso saw his future each day driving from a downtown Phoenix apartment to classes at Arizona State University. He had just moved to Arizona from San Diego in 2011, and his trip to ASU to … more
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Former Mesa Mayor Keno Hawker at a 2018 Valley Metro event.
Former Mesa Mayor Keno Hawker dies
Former Mesa Mayor Keno Hawker — who was elected to the Mesa City Council in 1986 and served 10 years and then served two consecutive terms as mayor from 2000 to 2008 — has died. Hawker … more
Dementia Friendly Surprise recently received United States Congressional Recognition from Monica Yelin of Representative Debbie Lesko’s office for dedication and service to those throughout the community whose lives have been impacted by dementia. The office thanks this team for going above and beyond to build a more dementia friendly community.
Dementia Friendly Surprise collaboration continues to grow
Three years after its inception, the Dementia Friendly Surprise collaboration of city staff, research and care groups, and local nonprofits is flourishing. Surprise was second of nine communities to join Dementia Friendly Arizona in 2019. more
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“You don’t have a story: Growing up Black and Poor in Scottsdale” by Zachary Q. Watson, 25, will be available in paperback on Nov 8.
Scottsdale Schools alum Watson releases memoir
Poverty, prejudice, and bullying is part of the narrative Zachary Q. Watson shares in his debut memoir called “You don’t have a story: Growing up Black and Poor in Scottsdale.” more
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Special Olympics of Goodyear receives $2,500 grant
Special Olympics of Arizona, headquartered in Goodyear, received a $2,500 grant as part of a charitable giving effort from Cox employees who raised a total of $608,708 to nonprofits across the … more
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Photos: Chandler hosts Pink Zumba Party
The room was full for a Zumba party as several people gathered Saturday morning, Oct. 15, for a good cause. Hosted at Tumbleweed Recreation Center, the city of Chandler hosted a Pink Zumba Party … more
Surprise Realtor Becky Kennard is all smiles as she won a Volkswagen SUV on the CBS game show “Let’s Make a Deal.”
Surprise mom completes big TV 'Deal'
Before Becky Kennard was selected as a contestant on the CBS game show “Let’s Make a Deal,” the Surprise mom of five decided if she had the chance to win any kind of money, she wouldn’t risk it on a possible bigger prize. more
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Scottsdale resident among performers in Cardinals halftime show
During the Oct. 9 Arizona Cardinals game, one Scottsdale resident was among Cigna employees, guests and 125 cancer survivors who were honored and performed in the halftime show with team … more
Jehovah's Witnesses set up a tent to share the religion's literature and promote Bible messages at the Waste Management Phoenix Open.
Christian evangelists back on the streets after pandemic pause
Jehovah’s Witnesses have resumed their public ministry after a two-year pause due to the pandemic.  Representatives of the Christian denomination can once again be seen spreading their … more
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Rich Rector (above) has spent the majority of his life working in real estate, but now he's pursuing his passion for jazz music through his own jazz radio show.
Paradise Valley resident shares love for jazz locally, beyond
Driving around Paradise Valley, you may have encountered a pair of cars with license plates reading “jazz” and “jazzed.” Owned by Rich Rector and his wife, the former has turned his long-standing passion for jazz music into a radio show where he captivates listeners with an array of jazz accompanied by his commentary. more
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Meet your neighbor: Lillian Turner
Meet your neighbor, Lillian Turner, a Scottsdale resident who is a part of the Scottsdale-based Make-A-Wish organization. In the Q & A below, Turner talks about her passion for volunteering for … more
Surprise resident Bill Frank looks through photo albums of memorabilia he created during his years with Disney, NASA and several toy companies. The 81-year-old is hoping to auction off boxes of memories.
Home is where the art is for Surprise man
When Bill Frank first started copying comic strips in his adolescent years, little did he know his talent for art would lead to such an interesting life. more
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Litchfield Elementary seeks funds for playground
Recess should be a time for a kid to exercise, explore and have fun with friends — but at Litchfield Elementary School, playground offerings are limited.  Students from third to fifth … more
Members of the public have a bite to eat in the future social service hall after taking a tour of the site.
West Valley shelter targeting family homelessness to open next spring
Beginning next year, the Southwest Valley will have more tools in its kit to help combat the rising wave of homelessness, especially among families. The West Valley Housing Assistance Center, … more
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Meet the chairman: Garmany brings 63rd Phoenix Heart Ball to life
Going on more than six decades, the Phoenix Heart Ball will once again bring a spotlight to the dangers and prevention of heart disease as one of the Valley’s most prominent fundraisers … more
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Dr. Leonard Kirschner (right) poses for a photo during a visit to the office of Arizona Sen. Mark Kelly earlier this year.
Litchfield doctor attends White House Inflation Reduction Act celebration
President Joe Biden and thousands of his supporters from around the country attended a White House celebration Tuesday afternoon, lauding the passage of the so-called Inflation Reduction Act, signed … more
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Lisa Bartlett gets ready for a morning run Sept. 9 at Terramar Park in Peoria.
Q&A: West Valley runner took up running in her 50s, and you can, too
There was a big victory in Lisa Bartlett’s last-place finish. The Peoria resident had just taken up running in a serious way three years earlier right before her 51st birthday. A late start? Not for her. more
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Elmar Cobos has been named the 2022 Hometown Hero in the Coach/Mentor category.
VIDEO: Setting students on the right path
The roots of Elmar Cobos run deep in Peoria. more
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Elmar Cobos has been named the Peoria Independent Hometown Hero in the Coach/Mentor category.
Get to know the newest Peoria Independent Hometown Hero
Elmar Cobos has been named the Peoria Independent Hometown Hero in the Coach/Mentor category. more
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Beth Griffin performd in the Sunrise Mountain High School Musical “Newsies.” She has been named the Peoria Independent Hometown Hero in the Emergency Responder category.
Video: Bringing all the tools to today's youth
Peoria Police Officer Beth Griffin keeps her tool belt well stocked. more
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Peoria Police officer Beth Griffin has been named the Peoria Independent Hometown Hero in the Emergency Responder category.
Get to know the newest Peoria Independent Hometown hero
Beth Griffin has been named the Peoria Independent Hometown Hero in the Emergency Responder category. more
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Mike Heath has been named the 2022 Peoria Independent Hometown Hero in the Volunteer category. Here he is with Alice Wilson, a homebound senior citizen. Part of his volunteer work includes running errands such as picking up groceries and other items for homebound individuals.
VIDEO: Continuing the spirit of outreach in Peoria
Peoria resident Mike Heath came to know the spirit of outreach as a boy watching his father, Charles, who owned and operated a Standard Oil/Chevron gas station, donate his free time to several organizations and help people with advice on car repairs. more
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Mike Heath
Get to know the newest Peoria Independent Hometown hero
Mike Heath has been named the Peoria Independent Hometown Hero in the volunteer category. more
Maylee Acosta has been named the Peoria Independent Hometown Hero in the Leader of Tomorrow category.
VIDEO: Acosta named Hometown Hero in Leader of Tomorrow category
Maylee Acosta says she’s not entirely sure where her passion for service was born but it certainly came to the forefront as a young girl at Sundance Elementary School when she would ask her … more
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