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Playa Bowls Queen Creek holds its grand opening at 11 a.m., Saturday, Oct. 22 and at 24750 S. Ellsworth Road, Suite A101.
Healthy food eatery opens in Queen Creek
A new franchise that offers healthy food to go is opening in Queen Creek. Playa Bowls Queen Creek holds its grand opening at 11 a.m., Saturday, Oct. 22. The eatery will be offering … more
The Queen Creek High School Robotics Club organized and held its first engineering camp on Thursday, Oct 6 and Friday, Oct 7.
Queen Creek High students host and teach engineering camp
While most kids enjoyed their fall break without books and homework, one club from Queen Creek High School worked to help spark interest in engineering. The QCHS’s Robotics Club organized … more
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New coronavirus cases rising in Queen Creek area
The Arizona Department of Health Services on Oct. 19 reported the number of coronavirus cases in Queen Creek and San Tan Valley at 57,036 in ZIP codes 85140, 85142 and 85143. That is an increase … more
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Guests can learn how to make, bake and decorate holiday pumpkin and apple pies at the Queen Creek Olive Mill's 'Sip N Bake' event.
Learn to make a pie at Queen Creek Olive Mill
The Queen Creek Olive Mill is getting ready for its October “Sip N Bake” event where guests can learn how to make, bake and decorate holiday pumpkin and apple … more
Superstition Mountain in Apache Junction by Brenda Kochevar
2023 Scenic Arizona Calendar now available
The 2023 Scenic Arizona Calendar, published by the Daily Independent at YourValley.net, is now available. more
Frontier Tattoo Company will be holding a free flash tattoo and basic piercing holiday fundraiser on Saturday Oct. 29.
San Tan tattoo shop holding holiday fundraiser
Frontier Tattoo Company in San Tan Valley once again will be supporting the Pinal County Sheriff’s Department’s “Shop with a Sherriff” program The business will collect … more
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Central Arizona College offers a K-8 program leading to teaching certification with the state for those who already hold a bachelor’s degree.
Central Arizona College offers path to K-8 teaching certificate
Central Arizona College’s Elementary Education Program is now offering a post-baccalaureate K-8 program leading to teaching certification with the state of Arizona for those who already hold a … more
Cynthia Kotsay-Apodaca appeared on the large screen at State Farm Stadium when she was introduced prior to the Arizona Cardinals’ Oct. 9 game against Philadelphia as part of Breast Cancer Awareness Month. Kotsay-Apodaca, this year’s survivor honoree for the Oct. 22 Making Strides for Breast Cancer walk at Tempe Beach Park, said self-exams and mammograms should be a way of life for women.
Early diagnosis, stories of hope highlight Breast Cancer Awareness month
Arizona women tend to suffer from breast cancer less than the national average.Experts and care and screening advocates say that’s part of why Arizona women sometimes let their guard … more
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Queen Creek cancels Trunk or Treat due to weather
The town of Queen Creek has been forced to cancel one of its largest annual community events due to forecasts of bad weather. Trunk or Treat was scheduled to take place from 5-9 p.m., Saturday, … more
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Queen Creek Olive Mill is hosting a Tavolo Dinner on Oct. 19.
Queen Creek Olive Mill hosts Calabrian feast
The Queen Creek Olive Mill is bringing together family and tradition with a special Tavolo Dinner this month to celebrate the flavors and dishes of Italy’s Calabria region. The … more
Coronavirus cases in Queen Creek area continue to fall
The Arizona Department of Health Services on Oct. 13 reported the number of coronavirus cases in Queen Creek and San Tan Valley at 56,912 in ZIP codes 85140, 85142 and 85143. That is an increase … more
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Queen Creek Marketplace will be hosting its Spooktacular Halloween Bash from 3- 5 p.m., Sunday, Oct. 16 at the Queen Creek Marketplace, 21398 S. Ellsworth Loop Road.
Get spooked at Queen Creek Marketplace
Queen Creek Marketplace will be hosting its Spooktacular Halloween Bash. The Bash takes place from 3- 5 p.m., Sunday, Oct. 16 at the Queen Creek Marketplace, 21398 S. Ellsworth Loop Road. The … more
Valerie Moore (left) holds her husband, Casey Moore (right) hold hands in a hospital.
Queen Creek family deals with kidney disease, financial need
Not too long ago, Casey and Valerie Moore were starting their own business. Now Casey Moore is fighting for his life as he awaits a kidney transplant. “At the end of December of 2019, I … more
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Permanent Fire Station 5 is located at 245 W. Combs Road.
Queen Creek enters training agreement with Phoenix Fire
Queen Creek has entered into an intergovernmental agreement with the city of Phoenix for fire service training. The agreement, part of the consent agenda, was unanimously approved by the Queen … more
Queen Creek council OK’s liquor license recommendation to state
The Queen Creek Town Council has voted to recommend approval of a liquor license to the Arizona Department of Liquor Licenses and Control for a local restaurant. The application was submitted by … more
Horseshoe Park and Equestrian Centre will be getting new additions.
Queen Creek council approves engineering agreement for Horseshoe Park
The Queen Creek Town Council has approved hiring an engineering company to design the new additions to the Horseshoe Park Equestrian Centre. At its Oct. 5 meeting, council voted to approve an … more
Hot air balloons will be at the event to provide an evening glow.
VWs and barbecue featured at Florence rodeo grounds event
The Charles Whitlow Rodeo Grounds isn’t just for rodeos anymore. Since the Historic Florence Foundation took over management of the Charles Whitlow Rodeo Grounds, the number of events at the … more
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The Pan de Vida Foundation will host its 12th Annual Health Fair on Saturday, Nov. 5 at the Queen Creek Library.
Nonprofit hosts health fair in Queen Creek
The Pan de Vida Foundation is hosting its 12th Annual Health Fair to provide families in Queen Creek, San Tan Valley and the surrounding areas with health screenings and education. The fair … more
Queen Creek Police report that Emidio Espericueta-Gurrola, a 77-year-old man with dementia, has been located.
Elderly man missing in Queen Creek is located
The Queen Creek Police Department reports that a  missing 77-year-old man with dementia has been located. There is no word on his condition. Emidio Espericueta-Gurrola was last seen … more
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Leanna DeBellevue of DeBellevue Global Marketing Agency.
Meet Your Business: DeBellevue Global Marketing Agency
Name: Leanna DeBellevue Business Name: DeBellevue Global Marketing Agency Town/Neighborhood: Queen Creek/Gilbert Hours of operation: Monday-Friday 9 a.m.-5 p.m. Personal background … more
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Queen Creek area sees small rise in new coronavirus cases
The Arizona Department of Health Services on Oct. 5 reported the number of coronavirus cases in Queen Creek and San Tan Valley at 56,912 in ZIP codes 85140, 85142 and 85143. That is an increase of … more
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A teenage boy from Canyon State Academy in Queen Creek died of a fatal drug overdose.
Queen Creek teen dies in overdose at school
A teenage boy from Canyon State Academy in Queen Creek has died of a fatal drug overdose and two other students were hospitalized. The student died on Monday, Oct. 3. Officials at Canyon State … more
Community Cheerleader: Nancy Haggerty is October’s Hometown Hero.
Community Cheerleader: Nancy Haggerty is October’s Hometown Hero
Nancy Haggerty has lived through some tough times to get to a point where life is good for her. She is the founder of Nancy’s Closet, an extension of Marketplace Matters ministry, whose goal is … more
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Woman, boy found dead in San Tan Valley home identified
A woman and a young boy found dead in a San Tan Valley home have been identified. At around 2:30 p.m., Monday, Sept. 26, the Pinal County Sheriff’s Office was called to the home near … more
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Queen Creek Police are seeking the public’s assistance in locating Emidio Espericueta-Gurrola, a 77-year-old man with dementia.
Queen Creek police search for elderly man with dementia
Queen Creek Police are seeking the public’s assistance in locating Emidio Espericueta-Gurrola, a 77-year-old man with dementia. He was last seen at around 3 a.m., Sept. 28 near Queen Creek … more
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