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Queen Creek resident donates hair to children’s cancer group

Queen Creek resident and SRP employee Rich Fiacco grew his hair out over the past two years as a tribute to his late mother. Fiacco started growing his hair out in October 2022, a few months …
Letters to the editor

Thompson: Queen Creek school board candidate endorsement ‘overstated’

As a newly retired teacher from QCUSD, I feel it is important to make sure the Queen Creek community is informed with honest information before voting on who will represent us on our school board. …
Mayor’s Teen Advisory Committee

Queen Creek council appoints 13 teens to new committee

At its Wednesday meeting, the Queen Creek Town Council officially appointed 13 teens to the new Mayor’s Teen Advisory Committee. The inaugural committee members are: Amy Boghoussian, Shelby …
Arizona Election 2024

Queen Creek legislator still battling to get Green Party candidate in Arizona Senate debate

PHOENIX — The Republican head of the Senate Government Committee is making what appears to be a last-ditch effort to get the Citizens Clean Elections Commission to include the Green Party …
Breast Cancer Awareness

Pink patches help PCSO raise breast cancer awareness, funds

Pinal County Sheriff’s deputies are wearing pink patches once again this October. The patches aim to raise funds for breast cancer support and awareness. The limited-edition shoulder …

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Recycling

Get fast pass for Queen Creek recycling event

Monday is the deadline to register to get a fast pass for Queen Creek's upcoming recycling event. The free QC Recycles drive-thru, drop-off event runs from 7 to 11 a.m., Saturday, Oct. 12, at …
Public Safety

Queen Creek police warn of phone scams

The Queen Creek Police Department is warning residents about phone scams The QCPD has received several reports from residents of scam phone calls with the caller stating they are with the police …
teen violence

Slain East Valley teen honored in Chandler on his birthday

Chandler city officials and others helped family and friends celebrate what would have been Preston Lord’s 17th birthday Sept. 23 in Downtown Chandler. In an event hosted by The Stillery …
QC Neighborly Award

Ironwood Crossing wins Queen Creek’s ‘Neighborly Award’

As part of the town’s 35th anniversary, Queen Creek has chosen a neighborhood for this year’s QC Neighborly Award. The winner is Ironwood Crossing with two submissions highlighting …
Honor

Queen Creek chamber names business awards winners

The Queen Creek Chamber of Commerce hosted its 15th annual Business Awards Dinner honoring local businesses, educators and residents. The event took place Sept. 26. Holly Dunn was named …
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Business

Construction ready to start on Queen Creek’s second hotel

Work is finally beginning on Queen Creek’s second hotel. On Wednesday, a groundbreaking ceremony took place for the Homewood Suites by Hilton, located at the southwest corner of Ellsworth and …
FIRST RESPONDERS

A brush fire prompts evacuations in the Gila River Indian Community south of Chandler

Authorities say crews are trying to contain a brush fire that prompted evacuations in the Gila River Indian Community southwest of Phoenix. Tribal officials say the fire broke out Saturday afternoon …
Community

Queen Creek plans annual pancake breakfast

Wake up to “what’s cooking” in Queen Creek at the town’s annual free pancake breakfast. The breakfast runs from 9 to 11 a.m., Saturday, Nov. 9 at Horseshoe Park and …
Business

Senior Helpers QC opens in Queen Creek

A new business that provides services for seniors to allow them to age in their homes has opened in Queen Creek. Queen Creek Mayor Julia Wheatley, the Queen Creek Chamber of Commerce and local …
Update

Queen Creek police arrest 12-year-old student for 'threatening statement'

The Queen Creek Police Department has arrested a 12-year-old Queen Creek Junior High student in connection with a reported threatening statement. On Wednesday, QCJHS administration notified …
First Responders

Large-scale emergency drill held in Queen Creek, Pinal County

A bustling command center, first-responders wearing hazard suits all walked among injured patients receiving treatment. That was the scene in Queen Creek and Casa Grande as Pinal County held a …

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Residents can learn what's new and what's coming at the town's annual free pancake breakfast on Nov. 9.

Queen Creek plans annual pancake breakfast

Wake up to “what’s cooking” in Queen Creek at the town’s annual free pancake breakfast. The breakfast runs from 9 to 11 a.m., Saturday, Nov. 9 at Horseshoe Park and …
Celebrate Founders’ Day on Sept. 21.

Founders’ Day offers family fun in Queen Creek

Celebrate Queen Creek’s 35th anniversary at Founders’ Day on Saturday. From the Future Farmers of America Zone to eating contests, the Battle of the Badge and obstacle courses, …
Residents can now purchase Founders' Day wristbands and ax-throwing vouchers at early bird prices.

Gear up for Queen Creek's Founders’ Day

Founders’ Day in Queen Creek is coming up soon and  residents can now buy wristbands and ax-throwing vouchers at early bird prices. The annual celebration of the spirit of Queen Creek …
Mayor Julia Wheatley with a Constitution Week Art Contest Winner at last year's Founders' Day celebrations

Queen Creek celebrates Constitution Week

Constitution Week is coming to Queen Creek. Constitution Week runs Sept. 16-22 and the town will be celebrating it with a student art and essay contest, a community concert and a special …
Fright Fest in Florence on Oct. 31 is one of several fall or Halloween themed events taking place in the southeast Valley in October.

Southeast Valley prepares for haunting season

It may be the early days of September, but the thoughts of many in the southeast Valley are already  turning to October – particularly Halloween season. Central Arizona College plans …
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