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Artist creates mural for new Fry’s in Surprise

2/1/2023
The West Valley Arts Council and Fry’s Food Stores commissioned a local artist, Garrett Etsitty, to create an indoor mural for the new Fry’s Marketplace at its Asante store in Surprise.

Elementary school in Surprise raises funds for heart …

1/31/2023
At just 5 years old, a young student in Surprise has helped inspire an entire school to raise record funds.

Surprise mayor’s reception to start spring training …

1/31/2023
Mayor Skip Hall will kick off the Surprise spring training season with the 21st Annual Mayor’s Spring Training Welcome Back Reception, featuring representatives from the Kansas City Royals and Texas Rangers.

Gov. Hobbs to appear at Surprise homeless shelter …

1/31/2023
Gov. Katie Hobbs will be in Surprise Thursday, Feb. 2 for the grand opening of HomeBase Surprise, a 40-bed shelter housing program for homeless youth.

Valley Vista wrestler aims for more honors on Reyes …

1/28/2023
They are not related, but Valley Vista wrestling coach Jacob Reyes and senior ace Eddie Reyes want to see their shared last name double in the school record books. Ten years ago, Jacob Reyes won …

New proposal at Asante in Surprise blends retail, …

1/27/2023
The vision of Surprise just after the turn of the century and the reality of it about 20 years later are dramatically different — witness Asante and its surrounding area.

Microtransit pilot program to fill Surprise …

12/30/2022
Getting around the far-flung city of Surprise has long been a macro-level problem for residents unwilling — or unable — to drive a lot of miles through a city with little bus service.

Dysart Community Center turns 60 by serving

12/26/2022
Rather than large celebrations for its 60th anniversary, the Dysart Community Center in El Mirage marked 2022 by returning to its roots.

‘North Pole’ in Surprise provides Christmas for …

12/16/2022
The basement of a bank branch in Surprise seems like a most unlikely place to find the North Pole.

Higley defense silences Cactus for first football …

12/10/2022
TEMPE - Along with the 5A trophy, championship banner and team photo Higley football may want to display a picture of Sun Devil Stadium's north end zone and the 20 yards leading up to it.

Surprise council approves plans for 2 new city …

12/9/2022
The Surprise City Council has endorsed two long-awaited city departments without having to dedicate much new money.

Dysart district maintenance crews deliver for holidays

12/8/2022
The Dysart Unified School District maintenance department has been busy collecting toys and gift cards for an annual toy drive.