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Proposition 486 seeks to continue Pinal County’s half-cent road tax

Pinal County’s half-cent excise tax for road maintenance originally passed in 1986, was renewed in 2005, and is set to expire at the end of 2026 unless it is approved by voters Nov. 5. A …
Honors

Queen Creek school board honors students of the month

September students of the month from Jack Barnes Elementary School and Gateway Polytechnic Academy were recently honored by the Queen Creek Unified School District Governing Board. The students …
Workforce

Maricopa County training pilot program in Queen Creek ends

Workforce 2 You, an accelerated career-training program for rural communities in Maricopa County has wrapped up its pilot program in Queen Creek. On Sept. 11, the county held a ceremony in Queen …
Student Activities

Students LOL at Queen Creek Unified schools

The Queen Creek Unified School District recently hosted its annual Leading Out Loud Conference, a leadership event aimed at empowering fourth through 12th grade students. "The LOL conference …
2024 Elections

CD5 House candidate Schaffner advocates for 'everyday families,' blasts Biggs

The Democrat opposing incumbent Andy Biggs in the race for the U.S. Congressional District 5 House of Representatives seat emphasized economic relief for families and small business Thursday in her …

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Evacuations

Evacuations ordered for Siphon Wildfire near Superstition Wilderness Area

Evacuations were ordered late Thursday morning for a handful of residents after the Siphon Wildfire was threatening homes near the Superstition Wilderness Area. About 15 residents were told to …
Recycling

Town recycling event set for October

Queen Creek is now taking registration for its October recycling event. The free QC Recycles drive-thru, drop-off event runs from 7 to 11 a.m., Saturday, Oct. 12, at the town’s Field …
Honor

Queen Creek recreation manager wins state honor

During the annual Arizona Parks and Recreation Association awards ceremony, Queen Creek Recreation Manager Erica Perez received the Outstanding Professional of the Year Award. The …
Appointment

Queen Creek’s Padilla appointed to state tax commission

Queen Creek Council Member Travis Padilla was recently appointed to serve as a representative on the Arizona Municipal Tax Code Commission by Senate President Warren Petersen. The Municipal Tax …
Teen Crime

Queen Creek mayor, Maricopa County attorney push ‘swarming’ legislation

Queen Creek Mayor Julia Wheatley and Maricopa County Attorney Rachel Mitchell have announced a proposed statutory change to address teen violence. The change would create a new category of crime …
News
Founders' Day

Last chance to buy early Founders' Day wristbands

Thursday is the last day to buy Founders’ Day wristbands and ax-throwing vouchers at early bird prices.  Founders' Day celebrates the spirit of Queen Creek. The annual event takes …
9/11

CAC student group remembers 9/11

In commemoration of the 23rd anniversary of the Sept. 11 attacks, a Central Arizona College student group is hosting a special ceremony at the Signal Peak campus in Coolidge. The Young Americans …
Council

Goldwater Institute ‘misinterpreted’ Queen Creek on hiring policy, mayor says

A recent action by the Queen Creek Town Council has the Goldwater Institute calling it a major win in its crusade against diversity, equity and inclusion, but Mayor Julia Wheatley maintains …
Crime

Former CAC basketball coach sentenced for defrauding players

A former Central Arizona College women’s basketball coach has been sentenced to four months in prison for defrauding her players, their families and the school out of thousands of dollars. …
Roads

Full closure of US60 between Superior, Miami Sept. 10-12

The Arizona Department of Transportation advises drivers to plan for the full closure of U.S. Highway 60 between Superior and Miami, mileposts 227-243, from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. Tuesday, Sept. 10, …
Constitution Week

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 …

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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 …
Skylar and Mark Hittle's Woodbarn BBQ is among the eateries that will be taking part in the inaugural Queen Creek Restaurant Week in August.

Queen Creek chamber to host first restaurant week

The Queen Creek Chamber of Commerce will be hosting its inaugural Queen Creek Restaurant Week in August. “We want the community to come support our local restaurants, enjoy drinks with …
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