Wednesday, February 25th, 2026
Good morning, Surprise. Here's your local news at a glance for Wednesday, the 25th of February.
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Two Surprise students earned honors at out-of-state colleges this fall. Gregory Kohl was named to the chancellor's list at Lionel University in Carpinteria and Isabella Bradley made the dean's list at the University of Tampa while majoring in marine-biology. Surprise Independent
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Texas Rangers prospect Sebastian Walcott had elbow surgery on Monday in Surprise — doctors placed an internal brace in his right elbow, and the team said he should be sidelined for five-to-six months though he could return before season's end if recovery goes well. Surprise Independent
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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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Kansas City Royals vs. San Francisco Giants
6:05 AM – 4:05 PM — Surprise Stadium — Tickets available — Witness the excitement of Cactus League Spring Training as the Giants take on the Royals.
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Padres vs. Rangers Spring Training Game
11 a.m. - 3:30 p.m. — Surprise Stadium — Check website for ticket pricing — Enjoy the Padres battle the Rangers on Sensory Awareness Day with family-friendly festivities.
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Los Angeles Dodgers vs. Kansas City Royals Spring Training
11:05 AM – 6:35 PM — Surprise Stadium — Ticket prices vary — Experience the thrill of Cactus League Spring Training as the Dodgers take on the Royals.
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Spring Training: Rockies vs. Royals
5:05 AM – 12:35 PM — Surprise Stadium — Ticket prices vary — Catch the exciting clash between the Rockies and Royals during Cactus League Spring Training in the heart of Arizona.
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Spencer's Place 5K Fun Run
8-11 a.m. — Heritage Club — Fundraising event — Support an inclusive workforce while enjoying a fun run in Surprise.
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