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The Queen Creek Town Council honored the late-Mayor Gail Barney during a special ceremony on Dec. 21.
Queen Creek honors late mayor, outgoing councilmember, town manager
The Queen Creek Town Council honored late Mayor Gail Barney, outgoing Council Member Emilena Turley and Town Manager John Kross during a special presentation at the council’s Wednesday, Dec. 21 … more
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The Pink Floyd tribute band, Shine on Floyd, will be performing at 7 p.m., Saturday, Feb. 4 at the Combs Performing Arts Center, 2505 E. Germann Road.
Pink Floyd tribute coming to San Tan Valley
Pink Floyd fans are in for a treat. The Pink Floyd tribute band, Shine on Floyd, will be performing at 7 p.m., Saturday, Feb. 4 at the Combs Performing Arts Center, 2505 E. Germann Road. Fans … more
Cooper Lamb and his daughter died Friday, Dec. 16, in a crash in Gilbert. Cooper’s fiancé and mother of the child was driving and was seriously injured. She remains in critical condition, according to the the Pinal County Sheriff's Office.
Fiancée of Pinal County sheriff’s son dies a week after Gilbert crash
Caroline Patten died Dec. 23, a week after a crash in Gilbert that killed her daughter and fiancé Cooper Lamb, the son of Pinal County Sheriff Mark Lamb. The sheriff, in a video posted on … more
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Kelly Conklin
Boy missing from Queen Creek found safe, parents face charges
A boy who has been missing since Tuesday has been found and is safe, authorities said Saturday. The parents of 12-year-old Kelly ‘KJ’ Conklin have been arrested on child abuse charges, … more
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Kelly ‘KJ’ Conklin
Missing boy spotted at Queen Creek Walmart; parents arrested
The parents of a missing 12-year-old boy have been arrested on child abuse charges, the Pinal County Sheriff’s Office announced. “While investigating the disappearance of Kelly … more
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Central Arizona College's Signal Peak Campus is located in Coolidge.
CAC to host new student orientation sessions
Central Arizona College will host “New Student Orientation” sessions in January. NSO is designed for anyone with questions about navigating the college experience. All students are … more

More than 1,300 gifts were collected by Intel Arizona employees and donated to four Valley nonprofits: About Care, Child Crisis Arizona, New Pathways for Youth and Justa Center.
Chandler-based Intel employees collect 1,300 gifts for those in need
Intel employees in Chandler are spreading holiday cheer to Valley children, seniors and families in need through their annual “Holiday Donation Drive and Holiday Ride for Youth.” More … more
After more than 20 years of leasing state land for its Desert Ridge Marketplace, Vestar purchased the land for $29.4 million.
Vestar pays $29M for Desert Ridge Marketplace land in north Phoenix
After more than 20 years of leasing state land for its Desert Ridge Marketplace, Vestar, the largest privately held shopping center owner and manager in the western United States, purchased the land … more
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Twenty families were chosen to receive $1,000 each to shop for holiday gifts at a Target in Tempe.
Mesa-based real estate investor treats 20 families to holiday shopping spree
Valley real estate investor Michael Pollack partnered with Child Crisis Arizona by making a $20,000 donation to give 20 families a special holiday gift. Pollack, president and founder of Pollack … more
Practice fireworks safety during the holidays in Queen Creek
Fireworks come out during the winter holidays, but it is important to know the laws and risks associated with their use. The Queen Creek Fire & Medical Department and Queen Creek Police … more
The Town of Queen Creek offices and Recreation Annex will close on Monday, Dec. 26 in observation of Christmas and on Monday, Jan. 2 in celebration of the New Year.
Queen Creek town offices closed Dec. 26 and Jan. 2
The Town of Queen Creek offices and Recreation Annex will close on Monday, Dec. 26 in observation of Christmas and on Monday, Jan. 2 in celebration of the New Year. The closures will not affect any … more
Cooper Lamb and his 1-year-old daughter, Elaine, were killed on Friday, Dec, 16 in a car accident in Gilbert. Pinal County Sheriff Mark Lamb was Cooper Lamb's father and the infant's grandfather. Cooper Lamb’s fiancée and the infant’s mother, Caroline, is hospitalized with life-threatening injuries.
Investigation continues into crash that killed Pinal County sheriff's son, granddaughter
Gilbert Police continue to investigate the crash that killed Pinal County Sheriff Mark Lamb’s son and granddaughter. Meanwhile, two online accounts have been created to raise money for the … more
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Queen Creek schools offers New Year tips
The academic coaches at the Queen Creek Unified School District help students accomplish goals every day. But they can also be helpful for anyone’s New Year’s goals, whether they be … more

Cooper Lamb and his daughter died Friday, Dec. 16, in a crash in Gilbert. Cooper’s fiancé and mother of the child was driving and was seriously injured. She remains in critical condition, according to the the Pinal County Sheriff's Office.
Pinal County Sheriff Mark Lamb’s son, grandchild die in Gilbert collision
Pinal County Sheriff Mark Lamb’s 22-year-old son and infant grandchild died in the Friday afternoon crash in Gilbert, police said. “It is with heartfelt sadness to report the identity … more
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Assaults, thefts, vandalism reported by Queen Creek Police
The Queen Creek Police Department recorded the following crime reports from Dec. 1 -16: Motor vehicle theft reported on Dec. 1 at the 19600 block of East Reins Road Assault reported on Dec. 1 … more
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Higley High School senior Keaton Jones, who is a leading Olympic hopeful, acknowledges being recognized as the Arizona Interscholastic Association's Division I Boys Swimmer of the Year at the Higley USD Governing Board meeting Dec. 14.
Higley USD revises 2022-23 budgets 
The Higley USD Governing Board approved a second revision Dec. 14 to its fiscal year 2022-23 budgets.  The revision puts the maintenance and operations budget, which pays for most salaries … more
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The newly completed extension of Signal Butte Road stretches to the border with the town of Queen Creek, with a four-lane arterial roadway to the north and two lanes for future expansion to the south.
New Signal Butte Road, SR24 connection opens
The city of Mesa’s completion of the Signal Butte Road expansion now offers an alternate access route to State Route 24. The southeast Mesa project opened to traffic on Dec. 14 connecting … more
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Emergency Responder: Queen Creek Police Chief Randy Brice is December's Hometown Hero
Queen Creek’s first chief of police, Randy Brice, is striving to create a police force that works for and with the community. A life-long East Valley resident, Brice started working in Queen … more
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Li-Cycle recently opened a Gilbert operation to be close to electric vehicle manufacturing that has taken up residence in the state.
East Valley riding wave of technology growth in region
The East Valley has been reaping the benefits of the technology sector’s growth in Arizona and Greater Phoenix. The area has seen growth through several corridors across the region, making it a major player in Arizona’s designation as the “Silicon Desert,” a term that has hovered over the area for decades. more
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Brock Purdy started all four years as quarterback for Iowa State University.
Queen Creek's Purdy makes outstanding debut with 49ers
The last player picked in the NFL draft is known as “Mr. Irrelevant.” It’s not the most complimentary of names, but Queen Creek resident Brock Purdy doesn’t mind. He’s … more
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Members of the Queen Creek Police Department received their badges in a special ceremony on Dec. 1, 2021.
Queen Creek council approves fully funding the state’s police pension plan
The Queen Creek Town Council unanimously approved a $7 million payment to fully fund the town’s police pension plan in the Arizona Public Safety Personnel Retirement System, providing savings … more
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Ike’s Love & Sandwiches is located at 24921 S. Ellsworth Rd, Suite B140.
New sandwich shop opens in Queen Creek
Ike’s Love & Sandwiches has opened its first location in Queen Creek, just in time to grab a bite while out holiday shopping. Ike’s Love & Sandwiches is located at … more
Queen Creek's Newell Barney Junior High hosted a robotics competition.
Big week for robotics, coding at Queen Creek schools
Just days before the parent company of Facebook and Instagram, Meta, donated money for the Queen Creek Unified School’s District’s junior high robotics programs, students and teachers … more
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A major shakeup has taken place on the Queen Creek Unified School District’s Governing Board
Davis, Knox win seats on Queen Creek school board
A major shakeup has taken place on the Queen Creek Unified School District’s Governing Board with a long-time incumbent losing his seat and a parent who homeschools his children being … more
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Torchy’s Tacos its first in Queen Creek at 10 a.m., Wednesday, Dec. 14 at 21386 S. Ellsworth Loop Road.
Torchy’s Tacos opens Queen Creek location next week
Queen Creek residents looking to get their Torchy’s Tacos fix won’t have to wait much longer. The Austin, Texas-based Torchy’s Tacos, known for its “Damn Good … more
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