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Christ’s Church of Fountain Hills will participate in Make a Difference Day on Oct. 17.
RELIGION

Christ’s Church to participate in Make a Difference Day in Fountain Hills

Christ’s Church of Fountain Hills will participate in Make a Difference Day in town this fall. A team of volunteers representing the church will participate in the annual event 8 a.m. - noon …
Maricopa County Chief Deputy Recorder Jeff Mason and Maricopa County Recorder Justin Heap speak to the Maricopa County Board of Supervisors regarding the early voting plan for the November 3 General Election on Sept. 30.
ELECTION 2026

Maricopa County Recorder presents early election plan to Board of Supervisors

Maricopa County Recorder Justin Heap presented the early general election voting plan to the county Board of Supervisors on Wednesday.
The River of Time Museum’s “Stories of Water, Land and Life in the Lower Verde Valley” speaker series continues with an Oct. 10 presentation.
ENTERTAINMENT

River of Time Museum’s speaker series in Fountain Hills continues with presentation on Hohokam peoples

The River of Time Museum’s “Stories of Water, Land and Life in the Lower Verde Valley” speaker series in Fountain Hills is focusing on the ancient farming peoples of the southern deserts of …
Arizona schools continue to face difficulty recruiting and retaining qualified special education teachers, while traditional teacher preparation can create financial barriers for people who cannot afford to leave paid employment to complete classroom training.
Education Solutions

Arizona expands earn-while-you-learn path for special education teachers

Arizona is putting $5 million into an effort to build its special education teacher workforce from within schools, creating paid pathways that allow paraprofessionals and other aspiring educators to …
Jessica Iwanski will read her new book at Atticus Music on Oct. 3.
ENTERTAINMENT

Atticus Books & Music to host storytime book party with debut author in Fountain Hills

Local music and bookstore Atticus Books & Music is hosting a debut author for a storytime book party. Debut author Jessica Iwanski will be leading the event from 10 - 11 a.m. on Oct. 3 at …
Community News

Vehicle collisions lead Fountain Hills Sheriff’s Office report

The Maricopa County Sheriff’s Office District 7 substation based in Fountain Hills reports deputies responded to the following incidents during the time of Sept. 24-30. Thursday, Sept. 24 …
Father Jilson Panakkal of Church of the Ascension Fountain Hills.
RELIGION

Q&A with Father Jilson Panakkal, lead pastor of Church of the Ascension Fountain Hills

Name: Father Jilson Panakkal Age: 57 Occupation: Catholic Priest and Canon Lawyer Hometown: Mala, in the State of Kerala, India What I do: I serve as a Catholic priest and pastor …
McDowell Mountain Elementary students will learn about science in a fun new way on Friday, Oct. 2.
education

McDowell Mountain Elementary students to attend Wacky Science assembly

McDowell Mountain Elementary School students will get a hands-on science lesson Friday morning, Oct. 2, when educational performer Graham Rogers brings his “Wacky Science” assembly to the school, …
Head coach Misty McCall has emphasized energy both on and off the court in her first year, as she cheers on her team from the sideline.
Sports

Fountain Hills volleyball playing with resilience, football grabs first win

Fountain Hills football secured its first win of the season while cross country returned from a successful trip to California. Volleyball heads into the thick of the season with region play and the …
Fountain Hills Therapy dog Bishop, the namesake of local nonprofit Bishop’s Mission, is nominated for a First Responder Paws Therapy Dog Award.
BUSINESS

Fountain Hills therapy dog who inspired Bishop’s Mission nominated for national award

A local therapy dog in Fountain Hills who inspired the name of nonprofit Bishop’s Mission, which provides therapy dog services for first responders and veterans, is nominated for a national award. …
Town residents ran a pumpkin drive for animals in the Southwest Wildlife Conservation Center.
Community News

Fountain Hills residents team up for animal pumpkin drive

Members of the Fountain Hills community teamed up to donate 80 pumpkins for animals in the care of the Southwest Wildlife Conservation Center. On Sept. 30, town residents showed up to help the …
From left: Pure Pawsitivity co-founders Edan and Bobby Simon, along with their two-year-old Australian Shepherd Opal.
BUSINESS

Pure Pawsitivity holding Halloween-themed event to entertain, educate Fountain Hills community

Pure Pawsitivity is holding a special event to celebrate Halloween while also entertaining and educating pet owners and enthusiasts alike. Part of their monthly “Paws for Community” Series …
The Town of Fountain Hills will remain in its contract with La Sota law. Tim A La Sota, speaking, will fill in as temporary attorney.
Community News

Fountain Hills Town Attorney to step down

Jennifer Wright will be stepping down as the Town of Fountain Hills’ designated attorney, effective Sept. 30. In a Notice of Change letter sent on Sept. 15, Wright announced she will no longer …
Movie night will be held at Four Parks Park.
Community News

Movie in the Park returns to Fountain Hills

Movie in the Park returns with “Toy Story 5” being featured 7-9 p.m. Oct. 10 at Four Peaks Park. Those who attend the free, family friendly movie night are invited to bring a chair or …
Noon Kiwanis recognizes one McDowell Mountain Elementary student from each grade each month as a TERRIFIC Kid, selected by the school for demonstrating the qualities of being Thoughtful, Enthusiastic, Respectful, Responsible, Inclusive, Friendly, Inquisitive and Capable. September’s honorees are Jaxon L., Kiara G., Malinaa J., Finley S., Kevin R.M. and Ivy P.
education

Noon Kiwanis recognizes Fountain Hills students

Everclear is performing at We-Ko-Pa Casino Resort on Oct. 17.
ENTERTAINMENT

Everclear to perform at We-Ko-Pa, right outside Fountain Hills

Alternative rock band Everclear is making a few stops in Arizona on their current tour. Besides their Flagstaff stop on Oct. 16, Fountain Hills and Fort McDowell residents can catch the band at …
Community News

‘Fountain Hills Favorites’ voting is now open

The search for the best businesses in town is underway, with readers invited to take part in the 2026 Fountain Hills Favorites Readers’ Choice Awards. To view the list of nominees and vote, …
Miranda Rodriguez brings experience in content development and branding as the IDSDC looks to grow its name. (Photo courtesy of the International Darky Sky Discovery Center)


Miranda Rodriguez brings experience in content development and branding as the IDSDC looks to grow its name.
Community News

Fountain Hills Dark Sky Center hires marketing director

The International Dark Sky Discovery Center has hired Miranda Rodriguez as its marketing director. A Chandler native, Rodriguez earned her journalism degree from the University of Arizona and …
OPINIONS WITH CIVILITY
OPINION — I was appalled to see Councilman Skillicorn spreading hate by requesting a “ban on Sharia Law.” At the same time, Christianity is being pushed. This is a multicultural, …
OPINION — In 2024, nearly two million Arizonans voted for Proposition 139, amending our state Constitution to protect the fundamental right to abortion. It passed with nearly 62 percent of the …
OPINION — Mayors established sanctuary cities. Governors enable sanctuary states. District attorneys protect sanctuary bureaucracies. Elections have consequences. The imported aliens have …
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A Pathways to Presence walk is being held on Nov. 7 in Fountain Hills.

Pathways to Presence labyrinth walk coming to Fountain Hills

A Pathways to Presence labyrinth walk is coming to Fountain Hills this winter. The event will be held 9 a.m. - 3:30 p.m. on Nov. 7 at the Connection Center at the Fountains at United Methodist …
Spooky Blast goes down in Fountain Hills on Oct. 24.

Fountain Hills celebrates Halloween in upcoming family-friendly event

Fountain Hills is bringing back its annual Halloween celebration that is free for the whole family. Spooky Blast goes down 5-8 p.m. on Oct. 24 at Four Peaks Park, 14789-14827 N. Del Cambre Ave., …
The River of Time Museum displays an exhibit dedicated to some of the town’s most influential early figures such as C.V. Wood Jr., who took inspiration from Disneyland when designing Fountain Hills.

River of Time Museum launches exhibit series focused on four of Fountain Hills’ most influential figures

The River of Time Museum has launched an exhibit series focused on four of the most influential figures behind the early planning and development of the town of Fountain Hills. The first …
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