Here's your local news at a glance for Saturday, the 18th of July.
Good morning, Surprise.
🎭 Culture
The city of Surprise announced the fiscal year 2027 Arts and Culture Grant Program winners, which include a youth theater, a local band, and area arts groups.
The grants will support creative programming + community projects across Surprise.
Professional artists may apply for a public art commission at the future police substation at 163rd Avenue and San Ysidro Road (32,000 sqft), scheduled to open in fall 2027; selected artists earn about $165,000 for design, fabrication and installation.
🏥 Health
Maricopa County Health Department named Tempe Marketplace at 2000 E Rio Salado Parkway as a measles exposure site on July 6 and Surprise Walmart at 13770 W Bell Road on July 12.
Visitors should watch for fever, watery eyes, runny nose, or rash until July 27 and August 2.
🏈 Sports
Esports Program Manager Michael Zimmerman joined Ottawa University-Arizona in 2023 and has turned a struggling esports team into winners — his efforts have drawn comparisons to legendary coaches.
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