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It's hot out there, but it's already time to think about fall sports in Surprise.
01/07/2024

It's hot out there, but it's already time to think about fall sports in Surprise.

The city of Surprise Parks and Recreation Department is offering youth soccer, tee-ball, baseball, softball and volleyball leagues along with sports skills classes and camps this fall.

Weather delays work on some Surprise pickleball courts Surprise Parks and Recreation Surprise Pickleball Associati...
29/06/2024

Weather delays work on some Surprise pickleball courts
Surprise Parks and Recreation Surprise Pickleball Association (S.P.A.)

Due to recent weather challenges, resurfacing of the east courts at the Surprise Pickleball Courts has been rescheduled.

If you live near Prasada Parkway and Alexandria Way in Surprise, you can expect a new traffic signal going live Friday. ...
27/06/2024

If you live near Prasada Parkway and Alexandria Way in Surprise, you can expect a new traffic signal going live Friday.

The city of Surprise has completed work to install a new traffic signal at the intersection of Prasada Parkway and Alexandria Way.

The first phase of Surprise Community Park playground upgrades are almost complete. See what's expected at the park.
27/06/2024

The first phase of Surprise Community Park playground upgrades are almost complete. See what's expected at the park.

The city of Surprise announced the imminent completion of Phase One of the Surprise Community Park playground renovations.

Pure Barre now has its second location in the Valley. Check out the Surprise one.
27/06/2024

Pure Barre now has its second location in the Valley. Check out the Surprise one.

Pure Barre got the official ribbon cutting treatment recently in Surprise.

The Dysart school district board president and a Surprise city councilmember are among those supporting Kevin Sartor for...
27/06/2024

The Dysart school district board president and a Surprise city councilmember are among those supporting Kevin Sartor for Surprise mayor.

Kevin Sartor is picking up some more high-profile endorsements in his bid to be the next Surprise mayor in the July 30 primary election.

In the mood for a smoothie? Check out the new Acai Republic in Surprise.
26/06/2024

In the mood for a smoothie? Check out the new Acai Republic in Surprise.

Acai Republic officially opened its doors in Surprise with a ribbon cutting ceremony on June 13.

Need a refresher on the fireworks laws in Surprise? Check them out here.
25/06/2024

Need a refresher on the fireworks laws in Surprise? Check them out here.

As residents and visitors plan Independence Day celebrations, the city of Surprise is reminding residents about the laws about the use of fireworks, including some recent state-level use changes.

Editor Jason Stone - Surprise councilmember censured for questionable campaigning: Council punishes Cline for illegal ca...
23/06/2024

Editor Jason Stone - Surprise councilmember censured for questionable campaigning: Council punishes Cline for illegal campaigning, sign incident
City of Surprise Government Elect Alyson "Aly" Cline Kevin Sartor for Mayor of Surprise Councilman Jack Hastings Voice of Surprise Surprise, AZ

The Surprise City Council voted to censure Councilmember Aly Cline for illegally campaigning at her periodic district meetings and for taking down a questionable campaign sign in March.

By Richard Smith - Valley Vista girls show signs of revival in Monsoon Athletics Valley Vista High Parent Info...
21/06/2024

By Richard Smith - Valley Vista girls show signs of revival in
Monsoon Athletics Valley Vista High Parent Information Dysart Schools Valley Vista High School Surprise, AZ

It is not the same Valley Vista girls basketball program that won three straight 6A state titles 2020-2022 — when that was the most prestigious title in Arizona. But the Monsoon program …

By Delarita Ford - Cline, Sartor try to woo Surprise voters at forum: Mayoral candidates state their cases at OUAZ ...
15/06/2024

By Delarita Ford - Cline, Sartor try to woo Surprise voters at forum: Mayoral candidates state their cases at OUAZ
Epic Networking Series Ottawa University - Arizona Surprise, AZ Elect Alyson "Aly" Cline Kevin Sartor for Mayor of Surprise

Surprise mayoral candidates Aly Cline and Kevin Sartor discussed transportation, growth, taxes and other issues at an election forum June 11.

Stage Left Productions brings "Radium Girls" to life for its next play in Surprise.
13/06/2024

Stage Left Productions brings "Radium Girls" to life for its next play in Surprise.

Up next at Stage Left Productions in Surprise is “Radium Girls” by D.W. Gregory.

Surprise business owner and former firefighter Ed Cunningham wants the mayor seat as a write-in candidate. Get to know h...
13/06/2024

Surprise business owner and former firefighter Ed Cunningham wants the mayor seat as a write-in candidate. Get to know him.

A third choice instead of Aly Cline and Kevin Sartor is now available for Surprise voters in this summer’s mayoral election.

Surprise mayor candidates Aly Cline and Kevin Sartor will field questions for an hour face to face at OUAZ tonight. Chec...
11/06/2024

Surprise mayor candidates Aly Cline and Kevin Sartor will field questions for an hour face to face at OUAZ tonight. Check out details to watch in person.

Tonight's the night for the first in-person forum between the two candidates for Surprise mayor.

Interested in a career in water management? Surprise has an option for you.
10/06/2024

Interested in a career in water management? Surprise has an option for you.

The city of Surprise has partnered with GateWay Community College to offer scholarships for those interested in starting a career in water.

It's time to watch out for those monsoon storms in Surprise. The city has residents prepared.
10/06/2024

It's time to watch out for those monsoon storms in Surprise. The city has residents prepared.

Surprise Mayor Skip Hall has proclaimed June 9 through 15 as Monsoon Awareness Week in Surprise and encourages all our residents to be prepared for this unpredictable and severe weather season.

The 2024 All boys basketball team Willow Canyon Men's Basketball Demon Athletics Canyon View High School Dys...
10/06/2024

The 2024 All boys basketball team
Willow Canyon Men's Basketball Demon Athletics Canyon View High School Dysart Schools Surprise, AZ

For the 11th year, West Valley Preps has announced honors for the best boys basketball players it covers in the West Valley.

Surprise residents 50 and over now have a chance to check out the Surprise Senior Center facility for free.
07/06/2024

Surprise residents 50 and over now have a chance to check out the Surprise Senior Center facility for free.

Those who haven’t tried the Surprise Senior Center now have a chance to take advantage of a free dual membership through Dec. 31 for all new individuals, regardless of residency.

Former Surprise mayor dies at home in Ohio: Truitt served in top spot from 2008-12 City of Surprise Government Sur...
07/06/2024

Former Surprise mayor dies at home in Ohio: Truitt served in top spot from 2008-12
City of Surprise Government Surprise, AZ Lyn Truitt Homes

Former Surprise mayor Lyn Truitt died on June 3 at his home in Morrow, Ohio.

Job hiring event coming to Surprise library later this month. Companies like AT&T and Walmart will be among those on han...
06/06/2024

Job hiring event coming to Surprise library later this month. Companies like AT&T and Walmart will be among those on hand.

The city of Surprise, in partnership with ARIZONA@WORK, is hosting a free hiring event on Thursday, June 27, to connect job seekers with employers who are currently hiring in the West Valley.

A Surprise intersection will be restricted for a couple days for traffic signal work.
06/06/2024

A Surprise intersection will be restricted for a couple days for traffic signal work.

The city of Surprise is upgrading traffic signals at Bell Road and R.H. Johnson Boulevard.

Kevin Sartor calls out mayoral opponent for voting to raise taxes in Surprise.
06/06/2024

Kevin Sartor calls out mayoral opponent for voting to raise taxes in Surprise.

Mayoral candidate Kevin Sartor said he’s against the Surprise City Council’s decision to raise the city’s sales tax from 2.2% to 2.8% to offset a loss in state revenue in the budget.

A new milestone for Surprise: A billion-dollar budget. Check out the details.
06/06/2024

A new milestone for Surprise: A billion-dollar budget. Check out the details.

Surprise’s budget has topped the billion mark for the first time.

The 2024 All girls basketball team Monsoon Athletics Paradise Honors Athletics Canyon View High School Willow ...
05/06/2024

The 2024 All girls basketball team
Monsoon Athletics Paradise Honors Athletics Canyon View High School Willow Canyon Girls Basketball Dysart Schools

For the 10th year, West Valley Preps has announced honors for the best girls basketball players it covers in the West Valley. With so many quality players in the West Valley, a third team was …

Sales taxes could soon be going up in Surprise. The City Council will decide that fate tomorrow!
03/06/2024

Sales taxes could soon be going up in Surprise. The City Council will decide that fate tomorrow!

The Surprise City Council appears poised to raise the sales tax in Surprise by more than a half percent, while reducing the primary property taxes across the city at its next meeting.

By Delarita Ford - Surprise Pickleball Association serves up scholarship awards, pizza Surprise Pickleball Associa...
03/06/2024

By Delarita Ford - Surprise Pickleball Association serves up scholarship awards, pizza
Surprise Pickleball Association (S.P.A.) Dysart High School Shadow Ridge High School Valley Vista High Parent Information Dysart Schools

A week after Brooke Wilkins graduated from Dysart High School, she was at the Surprise Pickleball Courts with other college-bound students.

A new part of Surprise City Center is starting to spring up with plans for a walkable, mixed-use area.
03/06/2024

A new part of Surprise City Center is starting to spring up with plans for a walkable, mixed-use area.

Just like most Surprise residents who drive by the City Center, Surprise Planning and Zoning Commission Chair Jared Holland had a curious question about the development there.

Surprise principal earns prestigious award: County selects Wolford as an Exemplary Principal Freedom Traditional P...
02/06/2024

Surprise principal earns prestigious award: County selects Wolford as an Exemplary Principal
Freedom Traditional PTA Maricopa County School Superintendent's Office Dysart Schools Surprise, AZ

Freedom Traditional Academy Principal Connie Wolford received the prestigious Exemplary Principal Award from Maricopa County School Superintendent Steve Watson on May 16.

By Richard Smith - Monsoon football moves forward with new coach in Surprise Valley Vista Football Booster Dysar...
01/06/2024

By Richard Smith - Monsoon football moves forward with new coach in Surprise
Valley Vista Football Booster Dysart Schools Valley Vista High Parent Information Monsoon Athletics Surprise, AZ Elliott Glick

While fellow Surprise 6A school Shadow Ridge had a more high profile football coaching search going on at the same time and hired a coach with a far more extensive resume, Valley Vista ended up with …

By editor Jason Stone - Surprise Council OKs cell tower lease in north area: Service expected to improve with pole at wa...
01/06/2024

By editor Jason Stone - Surprise Council OKs cell tower lease in north area: Service expected to improve with pole at water facility
City of Surprise Government Desert Oasis Residents aka The Oasis Vice Mayor Nick Haney Surprise, AZ

Cell service should be improving in the north part of Surprise within the next year.

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