Good morning, Surprise.

Families interested in early enrollment for the 2026-27 school year are invited to join campus tours at ASU Prep Polytechnic Preschool to learn about ASU Preparatory Academy (details forthcoming).

These tours offer parents an in-person guide to planning ahead.

Meven Obregon, a Surprise student, earned his degree this spring at Buena Vista University in Storm Lake, Iowa—one of 445 graduates from the institution known for rural education and innovation.

The Arizona Court of Appeals ruled last Tuesday that the Arizona Corporation Commission violated due process by imposing a solar fee that adds about $2 to $3 monthly to APS bills (affecting over 165,000 customers).

APS will wait for legal guidance before deciding to reexamine or eliminate the fee.

Maricopa County health officials announced Tuesday that the season’s first West Nile virus death occurred in an older adult with underlying health conditions; they confirmed 17 cases so far and urged residents (especially those at higher risk) to use repellents and remove standing water.

WHAM Open Mic Night

6:30-9:00 p.m. — WHAM Community Art Center — Free entry — Experience a vibrant evening of poetry, music, and storytelling at this inclusive open mic event.

America's Sweethearts Performance

7-8 p.m. — The Vista Center for the Arts — Complimentary items for veterans — Enjoy vintage harmonies from America's Sweethearts as they celebrate classic songs with a modern twist.