Surprise, Arizona, seeks residents to fill a vacancy on its Parks & Recreation Advisory Commission by November 29; the city encourages community engagement in leisure space development.

Surprise invites the community to a free movie night featuring "The Grinch" at Surprise Stadium on December 13, with gates opening at 5:30 p.m. and the movie at 7:30 p.m. Santa's Workshop and concessions are available.

The Buckeye Civic Institute is accepting applications for a leadership program designed to educate and empower community members in city operations and collaboration.

Maricopa County is emphasizing healthier alternatives to wood burning through the "Burn Cleaner, Burn Better" campaign to protect air quality and public health.

The Tombstone City Council is set to conduct a tour of municipal facilities on November 21, 2024, starting at 10 AM, which may lead to a possible quorum.

Tolleson invites residents to 'Tolleson Talks 2024', for dialogue on public safety and community, promising engaging discussions and prizes, including an Amazon Echo Show 8.

Arizona's public school enrollment is declining due to changing demographics and lower birth rates, with the impact of the Empowerment Scholarship Accounts program's role being debated.

A semi-truck caught fire on Loop 101 in Scottsdale, closing westbound lanes but no injuries were reported. Traffic was redirected and the road reopened after several hours.

The Buckeye Police Department reported a double shooting involving a former couple in a West Valley neighborhood, leaving both individuals hospitalized.

A student was arrested at Marcos de Niza High School in Tempe after being shown with a gun on social media, resulting in a lockdown and police intervention.

Phoenix, AZ, is set for a stable week of weather with sunny skies and comfortable temperatures, featuring daily highs in the upper 70s and mild evenings in the upper 40s to low 50s.

Brook Scalero, 42, from Mesa, is charged with animal cruelty after police found a journal depicting the torture and death of several dogs, including a roommate's dog. Scalero claimed the writings were fictional, but later admitted to the acts.

Two ASU graduates developed a roof coating that acts as 'sunscreen' for buildings, potentially cutting energy costs by 25-30%. Their company, EnKoat, is testing the product in collaboration with SRP in Arizona.