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Community

Surprise breaks ground for Community & Resource Center

From Head Start classrooms to housing and homeless assistance, Surprise and Maricopa County officials unearthed the makings of a one-stop community and resource center to serve the vast needs of …
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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

It’s always the season to be an angel for an Arizona neighbor in need

We’ve just completed the Christmas season. We passed by trees where we could pick paper ornaments and generously buy a toy for a child. Or maybe we chose to adopt a family through our churches …
NEIGHBORS

Hello Neighbor: George Valverde of Dillon's KC BBQ

Meet George Valverde, Chief Executive Officer of Dillon's KC BBQ
Opinion

PFAS Alternatives ACT could ensure carcinogenic-free turnout gear for Arizona’s firefighters

Like their colleagues across the country, Arizona firefighters put their lives on the line every day to save others. The most dangerous occupational hazard they face isn’t blazing flames but …
Government

Wingo resigns as Surprise city attorney

The city of Surprise will be looking for a new attorney as Robert Wingo has submitted his resignation to the council. Wingo’s resignation was accepted during a special meeting Tuesday. The …
WEST VALLEY PREPS

Paradise Honors boys emerge as Surprise contenders

It is a new era of Paradise Honors boys basketball and a big win allowed the program to set a new goal, or at least believe this team can reach this goal. The Panthers entered the first school …
Development

Affordable housing developer closes on Surprise land

A multifamily affordable housing developer has closed on a parcel of land that will eventually bring 599 apartments to western Surprise. Dominium closed on land near the southwest corner of …
Opinion

Haven’t set health goals for 2025 yet? Here are 5 simple resolutions older Arizonans can make now

A new year brings new resolutions that can lead to improvements in daily habits as well as health benefits for many older Americans. According to a 2020 study, older adults who engaged in …

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OPINIONS WITH CIVILITY
After a decade of pushing back the deadline for Americans to get a Real ID or passport or risk being banned from airline flights, May 7 may be enforcement day . Or not. “Don’t …
The biggest barrier to higher education isn’t ability — it’s affordability. But for Arizona students, there’s a powerful tool that can help bridge that gap: the Free …
I was disappointed to read the online article at Surprise Independent, announcing plans for a new master-planned community at the southeast corner of Lone Mountain Road and Pat Tillman Boulevard.
Community

Surprise, A New Leaf partner on tax prep

The city of Surprise is partnering with A New Leaf to offer free tax preparation for individuals and families with qualifying incomes. The Volunteer Income Tax Assistance Program offers …
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Surprise arts venue study shows future hope

The Vista Center for the Arts is looking for a third life, and it could be its last chance to make it successful.
Education

Surprise library group awards nearly $29K in school grants

The Friends of the Surprise Libraries has released the names of the educators in the local school districts who have received school grants during 2024.
Community

Motorcycle safety class set for Surprise Stadium lot

The Surprise Police Department is hosting an upcoming motorcycle safety class.
Business

Cafe Zupas celebrates another Surprise location

Café Zupas has opened its second location in Surprise — this one in the City Center.
A capella groups Noteworthy and Vocal Point.

Vocal ensembles to perform in Wickenburg

The 14 voices of Brigham Young University’s a cappella groups Noteworthy and Vocal Point will make their debut at the Del E. Webb Center for the Performing Arts, 1090 S. Vulture Mine Road, 7:30 …
The Arts HQ Gallery announced the opening of the “IMPRINT: African Americans in the Arts” exhibit, featuring the works of local Black artists from Arizona and celebrating their rich cultural contributions and impact on the art world in general and in the West Valley specifically.

Arts HQ exhibit to honor Black artists

The Arts HQ Gallery announced the opening of the “IMPRINT: African Americans in the Arts” exhibit.
The West Valley Amateur Radio Club will be hosting its Winter Field Day, an annual event for ham radio enthusiasts on the last full weekend of January at the Surprise Regional Library.

Club hosting ham radio Field Day in Surprise

The West Valley Amateur Radio Club will be hosting its Winter Field Day, an annual event for ham radio enthusiasts at the Surprise Regional Library.
The Vista Center for the Arts in Surprise.

Results for Vista study discussed at next Surprise arts meeting

Surprise officials will give their first public presentation of a feasibility study of The Vista Center for the Arts at tonight's Arts and Cultural Advisory Commission meeting.
The Grand Music Club is tackling the blues in its latest offering to start the new year.

Grand Music Club bringing the blues to Surprise in January

The Grand Music Club is tackling the blues in its latest offering to start the new year.
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