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Get to know your business: The Links Neighborhood Grill
things to do
Peoria is offering community classes in June
auctions
Homebuilders eye growth in north Peoria with state land purchases
things to do
Dive into Storytime at Centennial Pool
WEST VALLEY PREPS
The 2025 all West Valley Preps softball team
public safety

UPDATE: Altercation over Department of Homeland Security warrant results in 1 arrest in Peoria

A altercation broke out in a Peoria neighborhoold Tuesday when Department of Homeland Security agents went to serve a warrant to a resident in the area. 
public safety

Peoria firefighters extinguish car fire, 1 person taken to hospital

Peoria firefighters put out a car fire in north Peoria Tuesday night.
higher education

Peoria student completes Trine University degree

Nurulhaq Hasan, of Peoria, completed requirements for a degree from Trine University at the end of the spring 2025 term.
public safety

Altercation over Department of Homeland Security warrant results in 1 arrest

A altercation broke out in a Peoria neighborhoold Tuesday when Department of Homeland Security agents went to serve a warrant to a resident in the area. 
point-in-time

Homelessness up in Peoria in annual count

Homelessness is up 16% in Peoria this year, which follows the state trend, according to Maricopa Association of Government’s annual Point-in-Time count.
higher learning

Peoria student named to Dean's List at UW-Whitewater

Brianna Balian, from Peoria, has made the University of Wisconsin-Whitewater Dean's List for the 2025 spring semester.
WEST VALLEY PREPS

New coaches at Peoria football programs take different paths

Early this year, the two Peoria Unified School District schools with the longest football coaching tenures both made new hires. And that’s about all Centennial and Sunrise Mountain …
EDUCATION

Deer Valley Unified’s M&O budget to decrease $16M. Here’s why.

While students are enjoying their summer break, Deer Valley Unified School District is hard at work finalizing its 2025-26 budget by next month.
public schools

Myers to step down after 20 years at Peoria Unified

A longtime administrator is resigning from the Peoria Unified School District.
Community

Catch the Arizona Rattlers in action — and support local journalism

Here’s your chance to catch an Arizona Rattlers game against a heated rival — and support local community journalism. The Daily Independent at YourValley.net is partnering with the …
schools

Peoria Unified governing board approves safety grant

At the May 29 governing board meeting, the Peoria Unified Governing Board voted unanimously to approve applying for a grant from the U.S. Department of Justice, reinforcing the district’s continued commitment to safe and secure learning environments across all 43 schools.
things to do

Here is a peak at Peoria's Sustainable University fall class lineup

Mark your calendars for Sustainable University's upcoming fall classes.
art

Entries are now open for Peoria's Storywalk writing contest

Write a story, and see it come to life.
public schools

Someone rearranged the chairs at the Peoria Unified governing board dais

Those who frequently attend or view Peoria Unified School District governing board meetings may have recently noticed a change.
INVESTIGATION

Man identified in Peoria kidnapping attempt

A man died at a hospital Thursday night after being shot by a Peoria officer who responded to kidnapping call, police said. At about 6:45 p.m. June 5, police responded to a call regarding an …
higher learning

2 Peoria students named to spring 2025 Dean's List at Wisconsin Lutheran College

Two Peoria students were named to the spring 2025 Dean's List at Wisconsin Lutheran College.

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This month's issue
Opinions with Civility
Participation in sports offers myriad benefits for children and teens, from cardiovascular health and reduced risk of chronic diseases to enhanced cognitive function, increased self-confidence and better social skills.
In June, Peoria’s City Council unanimously approved the fiscal year 2026 budget.
Nothing was “amiss” at the May 29 meeting of the Peoria Unified School District Governing Board.

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Things to Do in Peoria
There are many parks in Peoria that offer pickleball courts.

Play pickleball in Peoria

Whether you're a seasoned player or picking up a paddle for the first time, there are many places to play pickleball in Peoria.
The city of Peoria has announced the lineup for the 2nd annual Made in Arizona Film Series.

Peoria has announced 2nd annual Made in Arizona Film Series lineup

Lights, camera, Arizona! The city of Peoria has announced the lineup for the 2nd annual Made in Arizona Film Series.

Fundraiser at Kawaii will help Peoria police

Peoria Police Citizens’ Academy Alumni has announced a fundraising event 4-9 p.m., Wednesday, June 4, at Kawaii Asian Cuisine, 8385 W. Deer Valley Road.
Peoria’s three public pools are now open for swimming through Aug. 3.

Peoria public pools now open for summer swim

As temperatures heat up, cool down at one of Peoria’s public pools or splash pads.

Peoria’s guest artist residency brings Frida Kahlo to life

The passion, pain and power of Frida Kahlo will come alive in Peoria this June.

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