The QC Current newsletter includes a special announcement from Mayor Wheatley on page 4, local event information, and eco-friendly tips for Queen Creek residents.

The BISSELL Pet Foundation's "Empty the Shelters" event in Maricopa County offers reduced adoption fees to help ease the capacity crisis at local shelters.

Peoria offers affordable art classes for kids aged 7-17 at the Community Center, with materials included, nurturing diverse artistic skills every Saturday in May.

Peoria Sports Complex to host family movie night with "Wonka" on May 3, featuring pre-movie activities and a free entry, though certain beverages are restricted.

Peoria Community Center offers cooking classes for kids to prepare meals for Mother's Day. Sessions for different age groups are available with limited spots, requiring early registration and a $15 fee per child.

Valley Metro introduces a new digital fare system for Phoenix transit, replacing cash with app-based tickets and reloadable cards. Public feedback is welcome at a town hall event.

A 2-year-old boy died in Arizona after a bounce house he was in was lifted by the wind and crashed into a nearby lot. Another child was injured but survived.

The Peoria Police Department is hiring certified officers, offering a four-day workweek with 10-hour shifts and a salary between $31.26 and $43.98 per hour.

Maricopa County announced lane closures and potential delays on Sun Valley Parkway from I-10 to Bell Road due to pavement preservation works starting April 29, 2024.

Tempe City Council has approved an affordable housing project and a new homeless shelter, with additional cooling centers to combat heat. ASU celebrates its largest graduating class, and community events like Movies in the Park are announced.

The City of Mesa launches a Grass-to-Xeriscape Program, offering financial incentives to commercial properties and residents for replacing grass with desert-friendly landscaping to save water.

Crystal Brown recounts a painful dog attack that occurred near her workplace in Chandler, leading to multiple puncture wounds. She seeks the unidentified dog owner's accountability.

Grand Canyon University students partnered with Goodwill, donating unwanted items during dorm move-outs to support community programs and reduce waste.