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Queen Creek hosting blood drive April 15

Queen Creek hosting blood drive April 15

You can donate from 1:30 to 6:30 p.m. that day in the Zane Grey Community Room at the Queen Creek Library, located at 21802 S. Ellsworth Road.
Delta Dental of Arizona to offer special needs benefit statewide

Delta Dental of Arizona to offer special needs benefit statewide

Effective April 1, most dental plans will give children and adults with special health care needs access to increased benefits.
Addressing the changing landscape of special education amid national teacher shortage

Addressing the changing landscape of special education amid national teacher shortage

The student population is evolving and it’s important for the education system to keep pace with their shifting needs. This starts with a willingness to embrace adaptability and explore unconventional approaches. As educators and parents, it’s our responsibility to ensure that our children receive the highest quality education possible while equipping them with the skills and knowledge necessary for a fulfilling future.
April is Stress Awareness Month: Understanding stress, healthy coping strategies

April is Stress Awareness Month: Understanding stress, healthy coping strategies

Stress is a part of daily life to varying degrees and learning how best to manage it can help build resilience and reduce its impact on both your mental and physical health – not just during Stress Awareness Month but year-round.
Revving up hope: 6th annual Cars for HopeKids Car Show comes to Arizona Motorsports Park

Revving up hope: 6th annual Cars for HopeKids Car Show comes to Arizona Motorsports Park

April 13 community event to showcase exotic cars, fun activities and support for children with life-threatening medical conditions.
San Tan Chapter of AZ Archeological Society presents special speaker April 10 at San Tan Historical Society Museum

San Tan Chapter of AZ Archeological Society presents special speaker April 10 at San Tan Historical Society Museum

The Hohokam constructed canals and reservoirs in areas of seasonal surface water, such as in the Queen Creek area. Dr. Gary Huckleberry, adjunct research associate and lecturer at the University of Arizona, will review the diversity of evidence, focusing on archaeological discoveries made in the Sonoran Desert region of central and southern Arizona, and discuss what lessons we might gain by studying these ancient features with respect to our current water challenges.
Ramona Simpson receives Distinguished Individual Achievement Award

Ramona Simpson receives Distinguished Individual Achievement Award

In Queen Creek, Simpson spearheaded the efforts to bring residential trash and recycling services to the town in 2010 with the support of Town Council and staff. Her award-winning initiatives have transformed the community's waste management practices, making it an example of sustainability.
Town to host Teen Voices Summit May 4

Town to host Teen Voices Summit May 4

Lend your voice to the conversation as Queen Creek hosts its first opportunity for youth in the community to share their needs, concerns and vision for the town. 
Benefits of teaching children financial education

Benefits of teaching children financial education

Building financial foundations for our children helps ensure their future success. by teaching them the value of saving, budgeting and understanding the difference of wants and needs, we set them on a path towards a brighter financial future.
Tips to help safely view the upcoming solar eclipse

Tips to help safely view the upcoming solar eclipse

While the solar eclipse is a fun and educational opportunity for everyone, there are precautions you should take to help maintain your eye health while safely viewing this spectacle.