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The first 500 kids (they must be present) will receive a free backpack, plus two wristbands to the science center for free, same-day admission on Friday. Students in attendance tomorrow will get the chance to discover the world of science with awe-inspiring experiments and creatively educational exhibits while inside the air-conditioned science center.

So far this year, The Salvation Army has provided heat relief to nearly 41,000 Arizonans and given out almost 82,000 bottles of water across the state.

Since opening in July 2022, Crismon High School has made remarkable progress in its first two years. It's the third and newest high school in the Queen Creek Unified School District. Now it's welcoming its inaugural senior class this 2024-2025 school year, which begins on Monday, July 22.

This effort shines a spotlight on supporting literacy across the Valley and inspires children to develop a love of reading and learning. Donated books are now being collected at all Macayo’s locations through Wednesday, July 31. New or gently-used books geared for children ages 12 and younger are greatly appreciated during restaurant hours in Queen Creek and other locations.

Roussel has been instrumental in key Haydon projects, notably contributing to successes like Mansel Carter Oasis Park in Queen Creek and Gilbert Regional Park.

Snow for the animals at the Phoenix Zoo
will take place on Friday, July 19 from 7 to 11 a.m. This year, SRP customers can receive a $10 discount on zoo admission on Fridays and Saturdays now until Sept. 6.

"At Mici, our recipes have been in our family for generations. Italian family life revolves around the dinner table—if you’re sharing a meal at our Queen Creek location, we hope you feel like a part of our family,” said Jeff Miceli, founder of Mici Italian.

The Queen Creek Unified School District will welcome 15,000 students to the district's 14 schools this school year, with an additional elementary school currently under construction. The first day of school is Monday, July 22.

We've been searching for several weeks for another family that can allow us to remain together, and provide us a loving home. If we don't find a family soon, we will have to be separated.

The Municipal Tax Code Commission consists of nine mayors and council members of cities or towns that have adopted the Model City Tax Code. Of these individuals, five are appointed by the governor. The commission is created through state statue and considers important business related to the Model City Tax Code. They also develop an annual report for the Arizona Legislature.