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LAW ENFORCEMENT

Sheriff’s Office reports subject arrested on assault charges in Fountain Hills

Maricopa County Sheriff’s Office reports that deputies responded to the following calls in District 7 based in Fountain Hills during the week from Thursday, June 12 through Wednesday, June 18. …
Community

Arizona AG, Better Business Bureau partner on scam education campaign

The Arizona Attorney General’s Office and the Better Business Bureau are partnering on a consumer education program to help the public spot and avoid scams. Attorney General Kris Mayes and …
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Life planning

DeGeorge Partners in Fountain Hills launches ‘Retirement Next Steps: Healthy Summer Series’

This summer, DeGeorge Partners presents “Retirement Next Steps: Healthy Summer Series,” a free, educational workshop series designed to help retirees and those planning for retirement …
TOWN OF FOUNTAIN HILLS

Fountain Hills Town Council amends Palomino improvement plan

Fountain Hills Town Council has approved a plan for the reconstruction of Palomino Boulevard that has the endorsement of a majority of residents who attended the June 17 town council meeting. …
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Fountain Hills: Four Peaks Rotarians hear from AZ Corporation Commission

Potential rate increase

APS rate case asks for nearly 14% increase

Arizona Public Service Co. has asked the Arizona Corporation Commission for what amounts to a nearly 14% rate increase in its filing on June 13, what would amount to about a $20 bill increase for …
DUST STORMS

Arizona monsoon begins this week with driving advice

Arizona monsoon begins this week with driving advice PHOENIX – The official Arizona monsoon begins this week, and the state Department of Transportation reminds drivers to prepare …
SCENIC CALENDAR

Last call for 2026 Scenic Calendar photos

The Daily Independent at YourValley.net invites readers to submit photographs of desert landscapes, wildlife and prominent landmarks to be used in the 2026 Scenic Arizona calendar. Include a …
GOVERNMENT

Fountain Hills Town Council directs manager to negotiate legal services agreement

The Fountain Hills Town Council has voted to negotiate a legal services agreement with the firm of Timothy La Sota, PLC, with the firm’s Of Counsel Jennifer Wright working directly with the …
LAW ENFORCEMENT

Tempe Police report outlines allegations against Fountain Hills Councilmember Allen Skillicorn

A Tempe Police Department report obtained by the Times Independent through a public records request outlines the allegations against Fountain Hills Town Councilmember Allen Skillicorn related to a …
OPINIONS WITH CIVILITY
The 15th century is described by historians as the foundational period for modern history. Events like the Renaissance and Columbus crossing the Atlantic transitioned the West to early modernity. The …
Our Congressman, David Schweikert, has been a leader in trying to find innovative ways to make our country better, and while Congress has been negotiating this Big Beautiful Bill, I hope that the …
It is what it is. The past two council meetings have displayed the mayor's favoritism at its best. On June 3, Mayor Friedel granted Councilperson Watts additional time during the “two …
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ENTERTAINMENT & THINGS TO DO
Dr. Jyoti Patel has written “Beyond Bikini Medicine,” empowering readers to take control of their well-being with science-backed strategies, practical tools and actionable steps.

Physician blends integrative and functional medicine in new book

Young and fit, Dr. Jyoti Patel’s sister was the picture of health, but she was frantic, hadn’t slept all night and couldn’t catch her breath. They went to the emergency room …
The 12th annual Sweet Corn Market continues through June 28. This week’s market opens at 7:30 a.m. and closes at 11 a.m. due to the extreme heat expected.

Fountain Hills Sweet Corn Market is tomorrow

The 12th annual Sweet Corn Market continues this Saturday, June 14, at the Fountain Hills Tractor Supply Company, 17130 E. Shea Blvd. With temperatures expected around 110 degrees throughout the …
The Fountain Hills Times Independent will host its second Senior Expo Tuesday, July 15, from 9 a.m. to noon at the Fountain Hills Community Center. All are invited to attend.

Senior Expo in Fountain Hills next month

The Fountain Hills Times Independent is sponsoring its second Senior Expo, offering a wide range of activities, services and information geared toward older adults and their caregivers. The …
The Town of Fountain Hills has introduced new swings at Fountain Park made from recycled wind turbine blades. Its wide, circular structure makes it a natural gathering point in parks or public spaces.

Fountain Hills: New swings added to Fountain Park

Visitors to Fountain Park may notice two new additions to the west side of the park. Made from retired wind turbine blades, the Town of Fountain Hills introduced two swings that serve as …
The Fountain Hills Presbyterian Church will celebrate its third annual Pie and the Sky on Independence Day, Friday, July 4, from 7 to 9:30 p.m.

Pie and the Sky held on the Fourth of July in Fountain Hills

For the third year in a row, Fountain Hills Presbyterian Church will celebrate Independence Day in the Fellowship Hall, Friday, July 4, from 7 to 9:30 p.m. The event will feature a variety of …
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