Two teens were arrested this week in connection with an attempted home burglary in Surprise during which one of the suspects was shot, police said. Officer responded just after 4 a.m. April 22 to a home near 140th Avenue and Waddell Road after a homeowner called to report a possible break-in.

The Arizona Department of Transportation advised drivers to plan for the following lane restrictions on US 60 (Grand Avenue) between Morristown and Surprise for pavement maintenance from May 3 through 5 and May 10 through 12:. Between May 3 and 5, US 60 will be narrowed to one lane in...

Each month Lisa Fowler–AZ Real Estate, Raymond E. Grim Agency LLC & Montse Terepocki - Financial Advisor, partners up to give an award for teacher of the month. This month’s winner goes to Aaron Lustig from Shadow Ridge High School. Below is just a small part of what...

The Gold Award, the highest honor in Girl Scouting, has been awarded to 35 local girls this year from the Girl Scouts–Arizona Cactus-Pine Council, including one from Surprise. The prestigious Gold Award is presented to girls in grades nine to 12 who have utilized the skills acquired in Girl...

Surprise City Councilmember Aly Cline is hosting another meeting for District 2 residents this week. Cline will greet constituents at 10 a.m. on Friday, April 26 at the ballroom of Arizona Traditions, 17221 N. Citrus Road. Cline hosts the in-person meetings periodically each month. District 2 covers The Grand, Arizona...

Surprise residents have been telling city leaders for years they want more entertainment and fine-dining restaurant options. Now thanks to the Tohono O’odham Nation, residents are getting just that right outside the city limits. The nation this week unveiled details of Desert Diamond Casino White Tanks at San Lucy,...

WHAM Art Center held its second annual competition for the 2024-2025 West Valley youth poet laureate on April 19, and announced the new poet laureate as Bran’nu Brown, a sophomore from Brophy College Preparatory. Last year’s winner, Nathaniel George was also from Brophy. The second-place winner is Olivia...

The Surprise Public Library System is launching a six-week community survey to gather feedback from residents as the library enters its first full year of service under operation of the city of Surprise. The online survey is open to all Surprise library visitors through Monday, June 3, and provides an...

Chapter ER, Surprise announced that the P.E.O. Board of Trustee’s awarded 904 scholarships for the 2024-2025 academic year, including one to Angelina Yousif, a senior at Valley Vista High School. Yousif has been selected as a recipient of the STAR Scholarship. Chapter ER commended Yousif for her academic achievements,...

Surprise has scheduled its next teen rec party from 7 to 9:30 p.m. Friday, May 3 at the Sierra Montana Recreation Center, 14861 N. Spring Lane. Dance mixes, lights, contests, games and themed events are just some of the activities teens can enjoy. All dances are $5 for residents or...

Abrazo Surprise Hospital, 16815 W. Bell Road, will offer a special "Ask-a-Cardiologist" educational opportunity from noon to 12:45 p.m. on Thursday, May 2. Interventional Cardiologist Gagan Kaur will talk about advancements in treating heart disease, and take questions from community members. Lunch will be provided and seating is limited for this free event in the hospital’s lobby.

The city of Surprise is accepting applications for a vacancy on the Library Advisory Commission with a term expiring in June 2027. The seven-person commission meets monthly. To serve on a board/commission, residents must reside within the city of Surprise. Download the application at surpriseaz.gov/boards. Submit a completed application by...

Bring the family to Surprise Safety Splash from 5 to 8 p.m. Saturday, May 18 at the Surprise Aquatic Center, 15831 N. Bullard Ave., for a free event focused on water and summer safety. Enjoy rescue demos, fire trucks, police and SWAT vehicles, games, raffles, prizes, swim evaluations and more.

Highland Prep’s SeaPerch team successfully secured a spot in the 2024 International SeaPerch Challenge happening this summer in Maryland. The annual international competition is an invite-only event where only the top teams who excel in registered regional competitions are invited. Highland Prep’s SeaPerch team “Narwhals,” comprised of high school...

This expansion marks a significant achievement in our ongoing mission to enhance cardiovascular care across the region.”. Where: Abrazo Surprise Hospital, 16815 W. Bell Road. Biltmore Cardiology recently celebrated a grand opening for its new offices in Surprise, marking the 13th location of the medical group affiliated with Abrazo Health.

Ol' Porch Dog will be performing at a new venue in Surprise's Sun Village community. Larry Kubiayk will be performing from 5 to 8 p.m. on Friday, April 26 at Kimbles Kitchen on the patio. Expect some newly performed songs from Jimmy Buffett and Zac Brown Band.

Here are upcoming public meetings held in Surprise. To watch city metings live remotely, visit surpriseaz.gov/surprisetv or the Surprise City Gov Facebook page at facebook.com/cityofsurprise. Cox channel 11 and Century Link channel 8513 will also carry the meetings live. Agendas available at least 48 hours in advance at agendas.surpriseaz.gov. PARKS...

The City of Surprise Veterans, Disability & Human Services Commission is looking for the community to nominate individuals and groups making a difference for the Surprise Community Legend Awards Program. Starting April 22, the commission will begin accepting nominations for individuals and groups who have contributed to improving the quality...

A Surprise before- and after-school program in the Original Town Site will be expanding thanks to a $50,000 gift. Kids Club Surprise will be able to serve up to 50% more youth thanks funding from Chandler-based DCS Contracting that will allow for expanded busing capacity. Kids Club Surprise offers low-cost...

Petty Officer 2nd Class Jesse Seward, a native of Surprise, serves the U.S. Navy assigned to Joint Expeditionary Base Little Creek. Seward graduated from Peoria Sunrise Mountain High School in 2005. The skills and values needed to succeed in the Navy are similar to those found in Surprise. “I learned...