Surprise, AZ celebrates the start of Spring Training with the 24th Annual Mayor's Welcome Back Reception on February 18, featuring community leaders and team officials.

Pinal County Public Works employees received high honors at the 2026 Arizona Engineers Awards, including Sielle Neal's Rising Star and Ray Garcia's Outstanding Operations award.

The Gilbert Feeding Families Food Drive is scheduled from February 9-22 to collect food and funds for local food banks, following last year's donations of over 45,000 pounds of food and $25,000.

Tempe reaffirms its commitment to inclusiveness and public safety, emphasizing transparency in policing and distancing itself from federal immigration enforcement to build community trust.

A 12-year-old autistic boy found refuge with strangers in Chino Valley after wandering from a friend's house, prompting a law enforcement response and his safe return to his parents.

First Watch opens in downtown Goodyear, joining a growing list of dining options at GSQ and contributing to the area's transformation into a dining and cultural destination.

A local bakery, Panderia La Central, received the inaugural honor from the Avondale Business Spotlight Program for community service, including providing free wedding cakes to couples in need.

Lake Havasu City announced its second Havasu Residents Academy, where citizens can learn about their municipal government through sessions running from March 5 to April 23.

Lake Havasu City has launched a citizen survey to gather feedback on city services and residents' satisfaction, aiming to guide city priorities and decisions.

A winter storm affecting the U.S. has led to travel disruptions at Phoenix's Sky Harbor Airport, with nationwide effects including power outages and states of emergency.

Arizona Sen. Shawnna Bolick introduced a bill to ban the sale of vape products that appeal to children, targeting "illegal Chinese vapes" and requiring out-of-state wholesalers to prove product origin to the state.

Phoenix and San Francisco host free events including art exhibits, car displays, cultural festivals, and film screenings for both locals and visitors.

Arizona towns continue fighting for FEMA disaster funds after severe flooding, with estimates exceeding $100 million in damages. FEMA's initial denial is under review and state officials advocate for federal assistance.