Sunday, March 8th, 2026
Good morning, Surprise. Here's your local news at a glance for Sunday, the 8th of March.
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Surprise's Dysart Unified School District is hosting a career fair from 3 to 5 p.m. on Wednesday, March 11 at the district office (15802 N. Parkview Place). Nearly 150 jobs from teaching positions to support roles are available, and walk-ins are welcome with the option to register online at Dysart.org/Careers. Surprise Independent
- ➤ The city is offering a paid summer internship program for income-eligible teens aged 15 to 19; applications are accepted until Monday, Mar. 16. Interns will work up to 25 hours a week for six weeks starting Monday, June 8 and receive training from departments including Public Works and Libraries. Surprise Independent
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Valley Vista battled through a tough season and clinched the 6A title on Saturday at Veterans Memorial Coliseum with a 69-31 win over Gilbert Highland. Senior forward Deja Strong, returning from injury, helped lead the team to victory. Surprise Independent
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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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Wednesday Night Doubles
6:00-7:30 p.m. — Tennis and Raquet Complex Parking — $7.50 — Enjoy a social tennis experience with randomly matched opponents for all skill levels.
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Surprise Pickleball Tournament
Brackets to be determined — Surprise Community Park-Pickle Ball Courts — Registration required — Compete in women's, men's, and mixed doubles formats at this thrilling double elimination tournament.
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