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12th Annual Shea Homes Good Life Festival back in Queen Creek at Schnepf Farms March 25-26

12th Annual Shea Homes Good Life Festival back in Queen Creek at Schnepf Farms March 25-26

Legendary rock musicians Kenny Loggins and Kansas to headline each day
ADOT: Weekend freeway travel advisory for the Phoenix area Feb. 24-27

ADOT: Weekend freeway travel advisory for the Phoenix area Feb. 24-27

Closures set along US 60, I-17 and Loop 303; I-10 restricted
Friend of the Week: Beautiful Zappa is sweet, loves to play

Friend of the Week: Beautiful Zappa is sweet, loves to play

Zappa's adoption fee is $225. At Friends for Life, animals are altered, vaccinated, microchipped and dewormed. Cats are tested for FELV/FIV.
Cash for teachers: Apply for thousands of dollars in SRP grants by Feb. 28

Cash for teachers: Apply for thousands of dollars in SRP grants by Feb. 28

SRP contributes more than $2.4 million to education initiatives, grants and partnerships throughout Arizona, in addition to providing free training and resources to educators throughout the state.
Queen Creek Family Market happening Feb. 25

Queen Creek Family Market happening Feb. 25

Founder Kelly Crandall started the market in 2017 after moving to Arizona in 2016. She wanted to create a market with a little bit of everything and spent a year putting in work before it got off the ground. The market began with only 30 vendors, but its popularity exploded and they now have more than 180 vendors.
Karen Hester comes to Queen Creek as Dolly Feb. 25

Karen Hester comes to Queen Creek as Dolly Feb. 25

Direct from Nashville, Hester sings the greatest hits by one of the most popular country artists of all time, featuring a live country band.
Target to anchor Vineyard Towne Center in Queen Creek

Target to anchor Vineyard Towne Center in Queen Creek

Phoenix-based Vestar announced development of the Vineyard Towne Center in Queen Creek in late 2021, with 75,000 square feet targeted for the first phase. The 23-acre property will feature a traditional retail mix of shops, services and restaurants joining anchors Sprouts Farmers Market and Target.
QCUSD's Jack Barnes Elementary earns A+ School of Excellence Award

QCUSD's Jack Barnes Elementary earns A+ School of Excellence Award

"We are proud to add another A+ School of Excellence to our district," said QCUSD Superintendent Dr. Perry Berry. "This award demonstrates the hard work and commitment of our administrators, teachers and staff members."
Queen Creek to launch new utility billing system March 7

Queen Creek to launch new utility billing system March 7

The new utility billing system will offer updated technology and enhanced customer service features including an online portal with access to water consumption history, payment history, the ability to sign up for utility-related alerts and the ability to start or transfer service.
Local man develops Rascal’s Foundation to help those in need with pet care bills

Local man develops Rascal’s Foundation to help those in need with pet care bills

The goal of the nonprofit is to provide a safe haven to low-income and in-need pet parents and families in the local community. They intend to help relieve the stress and financial burden of veterinary bills by partnering with local veterinary offices in Arizona. Their overarching goal is to help all families and animals who need assistance and eventually expand their services outside of the state and across the United States.