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Wednesday, April 23rd, 2025

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Good morning, Surprise. Here's your local news at a glance for Wednesday, the 23rd of April.

EDUCATION NEWS

  • Surprise families can now request early kindergarten entry at Dysart Schools for the 2025-2026 school year through May 9 if their child turns 5 before Dec. 31. The program offers a 40-minute screening on June 3, 4, and July 9 from 8 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. at the district office—parents will be notified within five business days and a $60 nonrefundable fee applies.  Surprise Independent

ENVIRONMENT NEWS

  • Recycling is made simple by putting all items in one bin yet food residue and other wrong items spoil the mix—studies show 15% to 25% of the recyclables may be wasted and only about 9% of plastic is reused. Experts are testing new ways to sort plastics better while urging residents to clean recyclables and follow local recycling rules.  Surprise Independent

GOVERNMENT NEWS

  • Petty Officer 2nd Class Nicholas Rinker, a native of Surprise, serves aboard USS John C. Stennis— a U.S. Navy aircraft carrier operating in Newport News, Virginia where he works as a machinist’s mate. He joined the Navy four years ago and completed nuclear power school while planning to finish his education before leaving the service.  Surprise Independent

EVENTS

SUBMIT EVENT
  • R&B Tribute Band Performance

    3-6 p.m. — Coyote Lakes Golf Club — $20.00 for two — Celebrate your anniversary with soulful pop tunes from the 70s and 80s.

    Fri, 5/16/25

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  • Neil McCoy Concert

    5-9 p.m. — Surprise Stadium — Tickets from $51 — Enjoy an evening of live music with Neil McCoy in Surprise, AZ.

    Sat, 5/17/25

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  • May Meeting and Project Night

    7-9 p.m. — University of Advancing Technology — Free entry — Collaborate with fellow game developers and get feedback on your projects.

    Wed, 5/21/25

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REAL ESTATE

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JOB BOARD

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ANNOUNCEMENTS

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