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Anna Van Hoek (third from left) speaks at the Higley USD Governing Board meeting Feb. 8 about the district posting questions and answers relating to consent agenda items.
Higley USD board scrutinizing routine items
Consent agenda, where routine items go to get passed quickly and without discussion by governing bodies, is getting more scrutiny from the newly formed Higley USD Governing Board.  more
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Central Arizona College to host poetry contest
Each year, the Central Arizona College Learning Support Department holds a poetry contest in celebration of the contributions of African Americans. This year the theme for the Black History Poetry … more
Queen Creek held it's state of the town address on Tuesday, Feb. 7
Queen Creek holds annual state of the town
Queen Creek’s 2023 State of the Town was presented last night with a video highlighting the accomplishments made in 2022. The presentation was made in partnership with the Queen Creek … more
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The opening of Meridian Road was one of several projects completed by the town of Queen Creek in 2022.
Queen Creek presents state of the town tonight
From opening Meridian Road and two permanent fire stations to launching the Queen Creek Police Department, 2022 was a major year for Queen Creek.  Residents can learn more about the … more
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Rili B’s taco shop is being constructed in the Heritage Square commercial center east of the northeast corner of Ellsworth and Heritage Loop roads.
Queen Creek Council approves new restaurant drive-thru
A taco shop has received approval from the Queen Creek Town Council to have a 24-hour drive-thru window near a residential area. On Wednesday, Feb. 1, the council unanimously voted to give a … more
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The Queen Creek Town Council approved recommendations of approval to the Arizona Department of Liquor Licenses and Control for three establishments.
Queen Creek Council approves recommending 3 liquor licenses
The Queen Creek Town Council approved recommendations of approval to the Arizona Department of Liquor Licenses and Control for three establishments. The recommendations were approved unanimously … more
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Queen Creek schools help students explore careers
Students throughout the Queen Creek Unified School District are now taking part in career exploration events and activities provided by their schools. Some of these events include an invited guest … more
The CAC Pipeline to help students and Pinal County job seekers explore high-demand careers that align with their skills and Pinal County’s economic demands.
New program helps CAC students, Pinal residents find in-demand careers
Central Arizona College is announcing a career development and jobs skills platform called the CAC Pipeline to help students and Pinal County job seekers explore high-demand careers that align with … more
Sen. Jake Hoffman, R-Queen Creek, speaks surrounded by members of the Arizona Freedom Caucus in this file photo.
Queen Creek senator leads new panel to screen governor's nominees
PHOENIX – Senate Republicans this week scrapped decades of precedent and set up a new process to confirm the governor’s agency nominees. The change, which came on a party-line vote, … more
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Pinal County Health Director Tascha Spears established family advocacy centers in San Tan Valley and Maricopa; and created a medical forensics program, getting nurses qualified and trained to work with children and adults.
Pinal County health director retiring
Pinal County Public Health Director Tascha Spears is retiring and her last day with the county will be Feb. 13. “(I)t’s been a privilege to live and to work in Pinal County,” she … more
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People attend the public ceremonial inauguration of Arizona Democratic Gov. Katie Hobbs at the state Capitol in Phoenix last month. Less than a month later, a battle over the state budget is underway.
Queen Creek senator says GOP budget plan ‘wise’; Hobbs calls it a ‘political stunt’
PHOENIX - Republican Arizona lawmakers are so angered at new Democratic Gov. Katie Hobbs' state budget proposal that one GOP lawmaker likened it to "poking the bear.'' And now they are moving … more
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Public Safety Day includes family friendly activities, demonstrations, public safety vehicles and fire station tours. The event will be held 9-11 a.m. on Saturday, Feb. 4, at 20727 Civic Parkway.
Queen Creek Fire and Medical Department celebrates 15th anniversary
Queen Creek residents can celebrate the Queen Creek Fire and Medical Department’s 15th anniversary at Public Safety Day this Saturday and Queen Creek’s State of the Town on Feb. … more
At the ribbon-cutting event were Apache Junction Mayor Chip Wilson; Tina Berry, Central Arizona College academic dean; Louis Teel, skilled trades division chair; students enrolled in the commercial electrician‐installer certificate program; Dr. Jackie Elliott, Central Arizona College president; and Todd Klimas, president of Wilson Electric.
New Wilson Electric training facility at Central Arizona College campus
A ribbon cutting ceremony was recently held for the new Wilson Electric training facility at Central Arizona College’s Superstition Mountain Campus, 805 S. Idaho Road in Apache Junction. The … more

Students from various Queen Creek Unified District Schools collected books, sports equipment and school supplies for children in underserved communities as part of “Super Kids-Super Sharing,”
Queen Creek schools partner with NFL, Super Bowl Committee to Help Kids
Queen Creek Unified School District schools teamed up with the NFL, Arizona Cardinals, the Arizona Super Bowl LVII Host Committee, Verizon and the Salvation Army Kroc Center for “Super … more
Queen Creek Police reports theft, assaults, vandalism
The Queen Creek Police Department recorded the following crime reports from Jan 7-27: Burglary from vehicle reported on Jan. 7 in the 20700 block of East Victoria Lane Shoplifting reported on … more
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The Circle K was designed to complement nearby Schnepf Farms.
Circle K breaks ground on location near Queen Creek’s Schnepf Farms
There’s a big change coming to Schnepf Farms. A Circle K gas station and mini mart is being constructed just outside of Schnepf Farms. The Circle K broke ground on Jan. 20 on the … more
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The new 150,000-square-foot Costco at 20260 S. Ellsworth Road in Queen Creek held its grand opening today.
Queen Creek’s first Costco opens
Town dignitaries, company officials, and, of course, shoppers, were raring to go this morning as Queen Creek’s first Costco opened its doors. A ribbon-cutting ceremony led by Queen Creek … more
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Queen Creek High School students are getting ready to take part in the “Feeding the Future” competition with help from a Scottsdale chef.
Queen Creek High culinary students prep for competition
Three Queen Creek High School students are getting ready to take part in the “Feeding the Future” competition, a culinary contest that challenges students to create nutritious meals … more
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Queen Creek Mayor Julia Wheatley at the Tuesday, Jan. 24 kickoff event for the Queen Creek Promise Program.
Queen Creek joins CGCC to offer local students help with tuition costs
The town of Queen Creek has unveiled a new program for local high school students — the Queen Creek Promise Program. Under the program, the town, along with business sponsors, will help eligible high school … more
Queen Creek launches community volunteer program
The town of Queen Creek has launched a centralized community volunteer program. According to a press release, volunteers donated nearly 84,000 hours of service to the community in 2022. To help … more

Fernando Colazo has been booked into the Pinal County Jail after PCSO deputies say he trespassed on J.O. Combs Middle School grounds.
San Tan Valley school placed on lockdown
No one was hurt when J.O. Combs Middle School in San Tan Valley went into lockdown after a man with an active warrant for his arrest entered the school grounds. Later, a firearm was found around the … more
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Three-time cancer survivor Michelle Tucker of the founder of the Chosen Warrior Cancer Support Foundation.
Cancer foundation holds kickoff event in Queen Creek
The mission of the Chosen Warrior Cancer Support Foundation is to serve and support people who are facing, fighting and surviving all types of cancer.  The nonprofit Chosen Warrior … more
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Central Arizona College recently recognized the Fall 2022 graduating class and celebrated their success.
December 2022 Central Arizona College graduates listed
Central Arizona College recently recognized the Fall 2022 graduating class and celebrated their success. The following list of students represents the December 2022 graduating class. The listing … more
San Francisco 49ers quarterback Brock Purdy (13) passes against the Dallas Cowboys during the second half of an NFL divisional playoff football game in Santa Clara, Calif., Sunday, Jan. 22, 2023. (AP Photo/Godofredo A. Vásquez)
It's on to the Eagles for Queen Creek's Brock Purdy
It was low-scoring squeaker of a game, but the San Francisco 49ers, led by quarterback Scott Purdy of Queen Creek, beat the Dallas Cowboys 12-19. The 49ers now move onto the NFC Championship where … more
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Queen Creek officials announced the recent purchase of the Barney Family Sports Complex for use as a future public safety facility.
Queen Creek buys Barney Family Sports Complex for more than $11.1M
Queen Creek officials have announced the recent purchase of the Barney Family Sports Complex for use as a future public safety facility. The nearly 65,000-square foot facility is at 22050 E. Queen … more
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