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Annual Queen Creek Side by Side Christmas Parade set to roll Dec. 11

Annual Queen Creek Side by Side Christmas Parade set to roll Dec. 11

"This is our third year hosting this Side by Side Christmas Parade. We started doing it to help spread joy by dressing up our off-roading vehicles with Christmas lights and parading through the neighborhoods," Queen Creek resident Jen Masse said. "The first year we held the parade we had 35 rigs, last year we grew to 275 rigs and this year, we are expecting to double that. We have had such a positive response to our event that it just brings joy to continue putting it on each year."
13th Annual Christmas Car Show & Toy Drive Dec. 11 benefits families in need

13th Annual Christmas Car Show & Toy Drive Dec. 11 benefits families in need

They are asking spectators to bring unwrapped toys for either boys or girls.
ADOT's weekend freeway travel advisory for Phoenix area

ADOT's weekend freeway travel advisory for Phoenix area

Real-time highway conditions are available on ADOT’s Arizona Traveler Information site at az511.gov and by calling 511.
Dental Care of Citrus Groves opens Dec. 17 in Queen Creek

Dental Care of Citrus Groves opens Dec. 17 in Queen Creek

“We are excited to be joining the Queen Creek community to offer high-quality dental services to families and individuals of all ages,” said Dr. Chaudhry. “Our mission is to provide exceptional experiences to each patient who walks through our doors.” 
Ellsworth Road at SR 24 restricted Dec. 11-12

Ellsworth Road at SR 24 restricted Dec. 11-12

Drivers should use caution and be prepared to slow down and merge safely when approaching and traveling through any work zones.
Good morning, Queen Creek

Good morning, Queen Creek

Friend of the Week: Rainbow loves 1-on-1 attention

Friend of the Week: Rainbow loves 1-on-1 attention

Rainbow is an amazing cat that loves attention and being brushed. She prefers to be the only diva in the home as far as other animal companions go.
EVIT cosmetology students plan Fantasy Hair Show for Dec. 10

EVIT cosmetology students plan Fantasy Hair Show for Dec. 10

The Fantasy Hair Show is from 5 to 7 p.m. on Friday, Dec. 10 at the EVIT Power Campus, 6625 S. Power Road. Tickets are $5 (cash only); there is no charge for children 10 and younger.
Department of Health Services confirms first case of Omicron variant in Arizona

Department of Health Services confirms first case of Omicron variant in Arizona

“Much remains unknown about the Omicron variant at this time, including whether it is more transmissible and more capable of producing severe illness than the Delta variant,” said Don Herrington, ADHS interim director.
Queen Creek students welcome town's new police department

Queen Creek students welcome town's new police department

"We are so grateful to the staff, students and families of the Queen Creek Unified School District and the 'Lead-out-Loud' committee," said Police Chief Randy Brice. "Today, we received essential supplies that will aid those individuals in the community that we meet and support on a daily basis. This sort of community-based leadership, participation and collaboration is what truly makes the Town of Queen Creek such a wonderful place to live, learn, play and visit."