6 people in Sun Cities died of heat in 2017
By Roger Ball Independent Newsmedia Northwest Valley residents need to know that heat kills. 68 people died from it in Maricopa County last July, according to the Maricopa County Department…
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Surprise to host Medicare workshops
If you go WHAT: Medicare workshops WHEN: 10-11 a.m. Tuesday, July 10 (Medicare 101) and 11:30 a.m.-1 p.m. Thursday, July 12 (Medicare Prescription Drug Plans) WHERE: Conference Room 150, Surprise…
NW Valley Connect plans expansion to transit
By Roger Ball Independent Newsmedia As it moves forward to new and expanded services, Northwest Valley Connect officials want to be sure residents know that transit is not the same…
Surprise officials issue heat warning
What do you think? What are your strategies to stay cool and stay safe in Arizona’s summer heat? Share your ideas and opinions in the comments below or email wvnews@newszap.com.…
Surprise leaders continue transit study
If you go What: Surprise transit study public workshop Where: Community Room at Surprise City Hall, 16000 N. Civic Center Plaza. When: 5:30-7:30 Wednesday, June 13 By Matt Roy, Independent…
Summer safety primer: West Valley cities, agencies offer programs, advice to keep residents safe
By Matt Roy, Philip Haldiman, Rusty Bradshaw, Roger Ball and Mark Carlisle, Independent Newsmedia With Memorial Day now a glimpse in the collective rear-view mirror, many West Valley residents are…
Glendale bicycle committee looks to expand its scope
By Mark Carlisle Independent Newsmedia Glendale’s Citizen Bicycle Advisory Committee decided on a new mission statement last week that will focus the committee’s efforts on all “non-motorized” transportation rather than…
County public health download wins award
By Roger Ball Independent Newsmedia The Maricopa County Department of Public Health believes that good health can start with a download. The free program—for Apple and Android phones and tablets—presents…
Sun City resident nears end of hike
Sun City resident Art “Karts” Huseonica has been hiking the Arizona Trail, a national scenic trail, for more than two months. He was at mile 650 near the Grand Canyon…
R H Johnson pool to close for warranty work
The Recreation Centers of Sun City West have announced the R.H. Johnson Pool will be closed May 14-21 for warranty work. The following may be repaired: • Stainless steel flu…
