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PERFORMANCE

Low-income students to have free theater experience in Peoria this holiday season

Clubs

Local DAR group goes international

Transportation

Surprise intersection to have signal work tonight after crash

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.

At CenterWell Senior Primary Care in Phoenix, It's About Time

"Julia is the best provider I've ever had. She's really taking great care of me, and I hope to have her until the end of my time." - CenterWell Sun City patient "This was an incredible …

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 …

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.

City Government

District 1 meetup with Haney scheduled in Surprise

Surprise City Councilmember Nick Haney is hosting one of his regular district meetings this week.

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.

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.

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OPINIONS WITH CIVILITY

When Hanukkah falls on Christmas: One Arizona rabbi’s thoughts on Jewish identity

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” …

Ken Remley: District 4 Newsletter — December 2024

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.

Letters: Horrible traffic situation at Prasada isn’t a good thing

I beg to differ with you regarding the traffic in the Prasada shopping center.

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.

Community

Surprise Optum members help raise money in 3-mile walk

Members of the Optum Community Centers in Surprise and Goodyear participated Nov. 16 in the American Heart Association three-mile West Valley Heart Walk in Goodyear.