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Studies have found that rates of depression, anxiety and substance abuse are about 1.5 to 2.5 times as high in wealthy youth compared with the national average.
The root of all evil
With the current spate of arrests and incidents of youth violence in the southeast Valley — particularly Gilbert — spiking, the negative effects of wealth on children are being discussed … more
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Starting today, the splash pads at Founders' Park and Mansel Carter Oasis Park are open.
Queen Creek's splash pads reopen
There may still be a winter chill in the air, but Queen Creek has  opened its two splash pads starting today. The splash pads at Founders’ Park, 22407 S. Ellsworth Road, and Mansel … more
Casteel players and fans celebrate securing the boys basketball program's first trip to a state final game, following a 67-60 double overtime win over Canyon View Feb. 28 in Queen Creek.
Casteel survives double OT with Canyon View to make state
QUEEN CREEK - Casteel and Canyon View boys basketball saw the opportunity to make a  first state title game within their grasp most of Wednesday night. Perhaps that's why both teams battled … more
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Tempe Firefighter and Queen Creek resident is February's Queen Creek Hometown Hero.
First Responder: Joshua Berry is February's Queen Creek Hometown Hero
Joshua Berry has lived in many places across the Valley, but now calls Queen Creek home. A firefighter with the city of Tempe for 15 years, Berry moved to Queen Creek two years ago because he … more
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Leonard Flores is Queen Creek's Hometown Hero for January.
Mentor/Coach: Leonard Flores is Queen Creek's January Hometown Hero
For Leonard Flores, being a softball coach is more than just building winning teams. Flores is president of Queen Creek Heat Little League Softball and has been assisting with the league for … more
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Queen Creek's December Hometown Hero is Jeremy Tod.
Veteran: Jeremy Tod is December's Queen Creek Hometown Hero
The transition from a U.S. Marine to a wedding and event photographer may seem like a puzzling one for many, but not to Jeremy Tod. “I spent five dedicated years as an active-duty Marine … more
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Ryland Johns has been selected as Leader for Tomorrow Queen Creek Hometown Hero for November.
Leader of Tomorrow: Ryland Jones in Queen Creek's Hometown Hero for November
He may only be 14, but Ryland Johns knows how to hit the ground running. A freshman at Crismon High School, Johns is a career and technical education graphic design student. When his school … more
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Kelly Crandall, with her daughter Sierra, owns and operates the Queen Creek Family Market. Crandall was chosen as Queen Creek's Hometown Hero in the category of Community Cheerleader.
Community Cheerleader: Kelly Crandall is August’s Queen Creek Hometown Hero
From the first cool days in fall to the eve of the summer heat, the Queen Creek Family Market is open for business. For years, the Queen Creek Family Market has offered residents a place where they … more
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Special-education specialist Leilani Wilcox Is July's Queen Creek Hometown Hero.
Educator: Leilani Wilcox is July’s Queen Creek Hometown Hero
Leilani Wilcox is a special-education specialist for the Chandler Unified School District and supports and coaches special-education teachers across the district. Prior to becoming a specialist, … more
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Lifetime Achievement: Gary L. Power is June’s Queen Creek Hometown Hero
Gary L. Power is a third-generation Arizonan who strives to use his faith to make his hometown of Queen Creek a positive place for everyone. He hails from a ranching family, and as a small … more
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Trailblazer: Mark Leonard is May’s Queen Creek Hometown Hero

Mark Leonard has only lived in Queen Creek for almost six years but he already has embedded himself into the life of the community.

He and his wife, Becky,  … more

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Spiritual Leader: Mark Ward is April's Hometown Hero
After a long career in the pharmaceutical insurance business, Mark Ward heeded a call and is now pastor of the Chandler Heights Community Church. The Queen Creek resident relocated from California … more
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