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Fountain Hills NPOA update for the week of Oct. 28

The Neighborhood Property Owners’ Association’s Committee of Architecture reviewed and approved 13 permit requests at the meeting held Oct. 28. Approvals were as follows: *16045 …
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DATA DRIVEN

Arizona schools face tough choices over education spending

Arizona ranks near the bottom nationally in per-student education spending, while just over half of school districts’ operating budgets go directly toward classroom instruction.
Ascension Church in Fountain Hills recently concluded its 50th Jubilee celebrations.
RELIGION

Ascension Church concludes 50th Jubilee celebrations

Church of the Ascension in Fountain Hills recently concluded celebrations of its 50th Jubilee. The church, first established in 1976, wrapped up almost a year of celebrations that began on Nov. …
The Town of Fountain Hills named October Italian-American Heritage Month during the town council’s Oct. 20 meeting. Mayor Gerry Friedel awarded the proclamation to the town’s Italian Club President Steve Baggio, left. Baggio says he started the club five years ago in honor of his parents, who came to the country from Italy. “They instilled in me one, I’m an American. Two, I’m an Italian. And three, to remember and honor all those who made it possible,” Baggio said.
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Fountain Hills names October Italian Heritage Month

While there are currently no license plate reading cameras in town, the town council is moving forward with discussion on the topic.
Community News

Fountain Hills to continue ALPR camera discussion

The Town of Fountain Hills is moving forward with its discussion on automated license plate reading cameras following the town council’s Oct. 20 meeting.  The council gave direction to …
The Zucarelli family showed up to Fountain Hills’ Spooky Blast as the cast from “Despicable Me,” ready to play lots of games and collect plenty of candy at booths sponsored by area clubs, businesses, churches and organizations. This year’s Spooky Blast drew thousands to Four Peaks Park on Oct. 24, making sure everyone was in frightful spirits just in time for Halloween.
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Family fun at Spooky Blast in Fountain Hills

The Zucarelli family showed up to Fountain Hills’ Spooky Blast as the cast from “Despicable Me,” ready to play lots of games and collect plenty of candy at booths sponsored by area clubs, …
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Community News

Check out upcoming activities in Fountain Hills

Fountain Hills Community Center is maintaining its schedule of weekday events within the Cutillo Civic Center, 13001 N. La Montana Drive. Most of these activities are reserved for Community Center …
Clubs

Fountain Hills club briefs for the week of Oct. 26

Community Center contract bridge winners posted Contract bridge is played every Wednesday and Friday from 8:30 a.m. to 12 p.m. at the Community Center. Membership in the Community Center is …
Bill Harris points out where he served to Sydney Moore.
Education Solutions

$100K grant expands student-veteran education program across Arizona

Seven Arizona schools have joined a program that connects students with military veterans to preserve their stories and bring history to life, thanks in part to a $100,000 contribution from the Timothy T. Day Foundation that will help expand the program and reduce participation costs.
Universal Waste Systems will keep a large part of Fountain Hills current waste collections in tact when it takes over in February 2027.
Community News

What to know for new Fountain Hills waste service

The Town of Fountain Hills, with Universal Waste Systems, held a public meeting allowing residents to learn more about the new waste service provider as well as ask important questions on the …
A road sign points to Window Rock, the capital of the Navajo Nation, where leaders say AM radio is necessary to cover the vast distances of the nation were more modern infrastructure may be lacking.
Media

Arizona broadcasters back AM frequencies as Congress debates mandate for autos

WASHINGTON – The technology may be more than a century old, but AM radio waves continue to carry safety alerts, news and entertainment in multiple languages across Arizona. Now, national …
The Fountain Hills turkey drive is being held on Nov. 3.
COMMUNITY NEWS

Extended Hands, Fountain Hills chamber team up for turkey drive

The Fountain Hills Chamber of Commerce and Extended Hands Food Bank are teaming up for a Thanksgiving turkey drive. The annual Parade of Thanksgiving at Extended Hands runs from 4:30-5:30 p.m. …
Fountain Hills senior QB Kainoa Brilhante, 11, pushes off a Heritage Academy mesa defender in the Falcons season finale on Oct. 22. Brilhante is one of a handful of seniors on the team graduating.
Sports

Falcons fall to Heritage Academy Mesa in season finale

Fountain Hills closed its season with a 30-19 loss to Heritage Academy Mesa, though the game was closer than the scoreboard may indicate. And it was something the Falcons can lean on as first …
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Community News

Spooky Blast returns to Fountain Hills

Spooky Blast returns to Fountain Hills’ Desert Vista Park 5-8 p.m. Oct. 24.  The free, family-friendly event will feature candy, inflatables, a DJ, magic shows and costume contests, …
Stephen Messel was honored as Fountain Hills Veteran of the Month by Mayor Gerry Friedel during the town council’s Oct. 20 meeting. Messel was transferred to Vietnam in 1971 where he was assigned to the 196th Infantry Troop, 17th Cavarly and was in combat from Aug. 1971 through Jan. 1972. He relocated to Fountain Hills in 2014 where he has since been an active member of the community and with Veterans of Foreign Wars Post 7507. There, he was a quartermaster for seven years, earning All-State and All-American designations.
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Fountain Hills veteran honored

Phil’s Filling Station received the Mayor’s Business Spotlight during the Fountain Hills Town Council meeting on oct. 20, presented by Mayor Gerry Friedel. Friedel stated Phil’s Filling Station has become a staple in town, calling it “a cornerstone gathering place.” The restaurant came to be in 1999 and offers a nostalgic feel and an extensive Coca-Cola collection. “Phil’s has become known for bringing people together outside the dining room,” Friedel added. “Cruising at Phil’s created a popular gathering place for car enthusiasts, events and visitors.”
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Phil’s Filling Station recognized

The fifth season of the Fountain Hills Farmers Market begins on Nov. 4.
BUSINESS

Fountain Hills Farmers Market returns for fifth season

The Fountain Hills Farmers market is returning for its 5th season soon. The 2026-27 market runs 10 a.m. - 2 p.m. every Wednesday, Nov. 4, 2026, - April 28, 2027, on the Avenue of the Fountains, …
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The Sonoran Bells are a professional ensemble of hand bell players dedicated to performance and community outreach.

Sonoran Bells to perform winter concerts in Fountain Hills and Scottsdale

Sonoran Bells, a Tucson-based handbell ensemble, will present "Wintertide", a concert celebrating the winter season, on Saturday, Dec. 5, according to a press release. Performances are scheduled …
Artist Lore Vanderboegh will be the next artist displayed at the local art gallery.

Fountain Hills Artists’ Gallery to feature watercolor demo

The Fountain Hills Artists’ Gallery is featuring a watercolor demo soon. Artist Lore Vanderboegh will give a live watercolor demonstration 10 a.m. - 3 p.m. on Nov. 3 at 16858 E. Avenue of the …
From left: Peter J. Hill, Allison Hacker and Elias Matthews all took home awards at the 2026 ariZonis.

Fountain Hills Theater takes home gold at 2026 ariZoni awards

Fountain Hills Theater walked away with four awards at the 2026 ariZonis earlier this month. The local theater was up for 29 nominations at the Oct. 6 ceremony which recognizes the best in …
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