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Surprise
Tuesday, February 3rd, 2026
Good morning, Surprise. Here's your local news at a glance for Tuesday, the 3rd of February.
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Dysart Unified School District was voted the Favorite Public School District for the fourth straight year in the West Valley Favorites competition, showing strong community support; Superintendent John Croteau said the district’s (A)-rated work reflects its staff’s dedication to students. Surprise Independent
- ➤ Surprise Parks and Recreation will run a one-week spring break camp for students in kindergarten through seventh grade at Sierra Montana Recreation Center from Monday, March 16 through Friday, March 20 (7 a.m. to 6 p.m.). Surprise Independent
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Surprise was named an official JustServe City at its Jan. 20 City Council meeting. Arizona JustServe Director Ruth Pagán presented the award & highlighted the city’s decade-long commitment to volunteerism. Surprise Independent
- ➤ Surprise residents are concerned as DHS plans to convert a 400,000 sqft building into a detention center that will hold 1,500 migrants just 300 yards from local homes. City officials say federal rules override local control, leaving few options for community input. AZ Family
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Wednesday Night Doubles
6-7:30 p.m. — Surprise Tennis & Racquet Complex — $7.50 — Enjoy a lively evening of rotational mixed doubles tennis.
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Witches, Wizards and the Music of Harry Potter, the music of John Williams
Join your West Valley Symphony and Daniel Wiley, Music Director for this iconic performance for "kids" of all ages! Concert includes themes for the first three Harry Potter films from the magical heart of the series echoing through every chapter, plus selections from the Wizard of Oz and The Sorcerers Apprentice - a spell binding afternoon for the whole family!
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Witches, Wizards and the Music of Harry Potter, the music of John Williams
Join your West Valley Symphony and Daniel Wiley, Music Director for this iconic performance for "kids" of all ages! Concert includes themes for the first three Harry Potter films from the magical heart of the series echoing through every chapter, plus selections from the Wizard of Oz and The Sorcerers Apprentice - a spell binding afternoon for the whole family!
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Paint Nite: Flowers by The Sea
6-8 p.m. — Irish Wolfhound Restaurant & Pub — $35-55 per person — Unleash your creativity with a guided painting session and drinks in a fun atmosphere.
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World Baseball Classic Exhibition: Kansas City Royals vs. Cuba
1:05-3:05 p.m. — Surprise Stadium — $11.00 to $249.00 — Experience international baseball as Cuba takes on the Kansas City Royals in a thrilling exhibition match.
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