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Dad-led PTO initiative gives Cortina Elementary 'Rad Dadz'

The Cortina Elementary Rad Dadz group formed organically, bonding over shared interests. Rad Dadz is a group focused on friendship and active involvement in their children's school. It's a …
Earth Month

Monday is 'fast pass' recycle deadline in Queen Creek

Monday is the last day to register for a Fast Pass for this month’s QC Recycles drive-thru event. The event starts at 7 a.m., Saturday, April 20 at the Queen Creek Field Operations …
Public Safety

Queen Creek police recruiting

The Queen Creek Police Department is currently hiring police officer recruits. “QCPD is seeking recruits who align with the organization’s philosophy of community-based policing and …
Country Thunder

Pinal County attorney: stay safe, sober during Country Thunder

The Pinal County Attorney’s Office was off and running on the first day of Country Thunder on Thursday by educating festival attendees about the dangers of drinking and driving. By early …
Roadways

Queen Creek bringing new lighting solutions

Solar roadway lighting is allowing the Queen Creek Public Works Department to find lighting solutions for different locations around the town. Solar roadway lights: Bring visibility …

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Elections

Biggs to meet newcomer in Congressional District 5 House race

Congressional District 5 covers an area seen as strongly Republican with one of the most visible members of the House Freedom Caucus holding the seat. But that has not stopped a newcomer from …
Holiday Events

Some residents applaud, condemn Queen Creek replacing signature event

Some residents are showing support and others are opposing Queen Creek’s decision to drop the Trunk or Treat Halloween event this year. “After careful consideration, effective this …
Honor

Queen Creek employee wins distinguished award

Ramona Simpson, the town’s environmental and fleet operations manager, has been recognized for her dedication and exceptional work in implementing sustainable waste management practices. …
SUMMER PREPARATION

Pinal County limits burn permits, prepares for rising temperatures

Pinal County Air Quality is only issuing three-day open burning permits, and officials announced all permits will expire by May 1. Pinal County will suspend the issuance of all open burning …
Neighbors

CAC students receive ‘Women in Engineering Scholarship’

Karen Banda and Rebecca Olivera have been named recipients of the "Women in Engineering Scholarship" at Central Arizona College. They both credit Armineh Noravian, professor of engineering at …
News
DISTRICT 15 Senate

Meet the candidates for Arizona Senate District 15

Candidates officially filed their petitions April 1 to run in the 2024 primary election for Arizona State Senate District 15. District 15 includes a portion of Mesa including Phoenix-Mesa …
DISTRICT 15 House

Meet the candidates for Arizona House District 15

Candidates officially filed their petitions April 1 to run in the 2024 primary election for Arizona State House District 15. District 15 includes a portion of Mesa including Phoenix-Mesa Gateway …
Election 2024

Five running for LD 16 rep seats

Arizona's 16th legislative district is one of 30 in the state, consisting of sections of Maricopa, Pima and Pinal counties. It was created in January 2022. Meet the 2024 LD 16 state …
Election 2024

Two candidates vying for LD 16 Senate seats

Arizona's 16th legislative district is one of 30 in the state, consisting of sections of Maricopa, Pima and Pinal counties. It was created in January 2022. Meet the 2024 LD 16 state senate …
Country Thunder

Country Thunder brings traffic delays to Florence area

The festival country music fans love is heading to Florence and the residents there are battening down the hatches. A poster on Florence’s Facebook page joked, “Already got supplies for 5 …
Holiday Events

Queen Creek replaces signature event

For years, Queen Creek’s signature events have included Spring Into QC, Founders’ Day and the  Trunk or Treat Halloween event, but things are changing this year. “After …

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Main Street in Florence will be the boot-scooting spot for this year’s Road to Country Thunder on Saturday, April 6.

Today's the day for Road to Country Thunder

Join the “party before the party” as Florence hosts Road to Country Thunder. Every year, the producers of Country Thunder, one of the largest country music festivals in the country, …
Road to Country Thunder takes place from 5 to 10 p.m., Saturday, April 6 on Historic Main Street in Florence.

Meet the artists of Road to Country Thunder

Road to Country Thunder makes its way to Historic Main Street this weekend and the music will be thundering. The “party before the party” is from the producers of Country Thunder, …
Watch K9s in action during Queen Creek's Public Safety Day on April 6.

Get ready for Queen Creek's Public Safety Day

Join the Queen Creek Police and Queen Creek Fire & Medical Departments as they celebrate Public Safety Day. The event runs from 9-11 a.m., Saturday, April 6 at the parking lot of the Law …
Members of the Queen Creek High School Theatre Company rehearse for their upcoming musical, "Chicago Teen Edition."

Enjoy ‘All That Jazz' at Queen Creek High’s ‘Chicago’

Members of the Queen Creek High School Theatre Company are rea dy to give the audience that “old razzle dazzle” as they prepare to perform “Chicago Teen Edition.” The …
Main Street in Florence will be the boot-scooting spot for this year’s Road to Country Thunder on Saturday, April 6.

Road to Country Thunder coming to southeast Valley

Join the “party before the party” as Florence hosts Road to Country Thunder. Every year, the producers of Country Thunder, one of the largest country music festivals in the country, …
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