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Clubs

Local DAR group goes international

The White Tanks Mountain Chapter of the Daughters of the American Revolution patriotically celebrated its final meeting of 2024 on Dec. 7, a day celebrated as National Pearl Harbor Remembrance Day.
Transportation

Surprise intersection to have signal work tonight after crash

Overnight restrictions are planned for the intersection of Waddell Road and Sarival Avenue tonight to repair the signal damaged in this week's deadly crash there.

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Opinion

Speak Up: Proof of concept: Arizona Prop 312 is already forcing action on homelessness

Goldwater Institute is touting Prop 312’s passage as the incentive cities across the Valley needed to crack down on urban camping on public property. Goldwater Institute is forcing …
Opinion

Proof of concept: Arizona Prop 312 is already forcing action on homelessness

Now you have our attention on homelessness. That’s the message elected officials in six Phoenix metropolitan-area cities are sending their fed-up constituents less than a month after Arizonans …
FIRST RESPONDERS

Surprise police investigate deadly Sarival Road crash

A 26-year-old man died following a crash Monday night at the intersection of Waddell and Sarival roads, and police said speeding and impairment are considered factors in the collision. At about …
Holidays

Surprise Party brings out festive atmosphere

Taking holiday family photos and selfies was among many things people enjoyed at the annual Surprise Party, which was filled with festive activities, entertainment and food trucks.
Transportation

More Surprise traffic fixes coming in new year

With the holiday season here, residents in the northern Asante area of Surprise are hoping for more traffic gifts this year.
Spring training

Singers, color guards needed for spring games in Surprise

Surprise Stadium is looking for experienced vocalists and color guards to perform the national anthem and pregame ceremonies at Surprise Stadium for spring training games in 2025.
Things To Do

Holiday theme for next adaptive art session in Surprise

Surprise has scheduled an adaptive arts and crafts session for the holidays.

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OPINIONS WITH CIVILITY
The moment Thanksgiving dishes are washed and put away, the world seems to transform. Twinkle lights appear, Santas inflate all over the neighborhood, and “We Wish You a Merry Christmas” …
I want to take an opportunity to thank all those who have inspired me during my time on City Council, as this will be my final newsletter.
I beg to differ with you regarding the traffic in the Prasada shopping center.

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Criminal Justice

Surprise Court Academy needs high school students

Registration for Surprise City Court Academy is now open for students in grades nine through 12.
Business

New studio welcomes art lovers in Surprise

Conscious Creations Art Studio unveiled the opening of its Surprise location with a ribbon cutting ceremony on Dec. 4.
Community

Balance classes coming to Surprise Senior Center

The Surprise Senior Center announced a new class called “A Matter of Balance” through a partnership with A.T. Still University.
Community

Surprise resort brings back pickleball tourney

The 19th Annual Happy Trails Pickleball Classic is returning Jan. 13 through 17 to the Happy Trails Resort in Surprise.
Public Meetings

Upcoming city meetings in Surprise

Here are upcoming public meetings held in Surprise.

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Pictured are part of the committee: from left, Judy Neigoff, President Rosemary Dougherty, Melinda Lewandowski, Jeanie Pennington and Sharon Phelps.

AAUW announces fashion show fundrasier

The American Association of University Women will host its annual women’s scholarship fundraiser and fashion show Saturday, Jan. 18, 2025 at Briarwood Country Club, 20800 N. 135th Ave. The …
The Sounds of the Southwest Singers

Singers, chorale slate West Valley concerts

The West Valley’s Sounds of the Southwest Singers and Sounds of the Southwest Chorale community choirs have announced their upcoming Christmas concert schedule. Sounds of the Southwest …
Sparkling Surprise is back with even more sparkle than last year.

Sparkling Surprise is back to dazzle

The Sparkling Surprise light display is back for another holiday season.
Surprise residents can improve their health on the second Sunday of every month with the Planting Health Potluck at Clearview Seventh-day Adventist Church Fellowship Hall.

Surprise church hosts potluck to help people get healthy

Surprise residents can improve their health on the second Sunday of every month with the Planting Health Potluck at Clearview Seventh-day Adventist Church.
The Gathering Church announced the dates for this year’s “Christmas in the Park” event at Mark Coronado Park, 15960 N. Bullard Ave.

Christmas event to bring Gathering to Surprise park

The Gathering Church announced the dates for this year’s “Christmas in the Park” event at Mark Coronado Park in Surprise.

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