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Saturday, September 27th, 2025
Good morning, Surprise. Here's your local news at a glance for Saturday, the 27th of September.
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Domestic violence survivors at De Colores Healing Art Studio use art to heal and share their stories. Local artist Carolina Benavidez leads sessions in English and Spanish—proceeds from the exhibit support shelters and key organizations. ABC15
ECONOMY NEWS
- ➤ Surprise Economic Development Director Jeanine Jerkovic has been appointed to the board of directors of the International Economic Development Council—her two-year term begins Jan. 1. She will join over 50 voting members representing more than 5,000 professionals worldwide, using her 20+ years of experience to support economic growth. Surprise Independent
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Surprise mayor Kevin Sartor urged voters to support the DUSD override proposal as an investment in schools and the community, noting the measure will cost property owners $24.86 a month and help keep small class sizes and key programs — including art, music, athletics and full-day kindergarten — that retain quality teachers. Surprise Independent
- ➤ Dozens of Surprise students earned president’s list honors at Southern New Hampshire University during the summer term while three local students reached the dean’s list—meeting the GPA requirements for full-time undergraduates. Surprise Independent
- ➤ On Sept. 17, DUSD hosted public tours at three schools to show its progress ahead of the election and counter negative views. City Manager Bob Wingenroth and Principal Jill Hoppe joined events where students took part in Constitution Day activities — highlighting the district's success. Surprise Independent
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ On Sept. 25, dozens of people gathered outside U.S. Rep. Abe Hamadeh’s Surprise district office on Bell Road as he was not in attendance. Law enforcement kept the protest safe—peaceful order was maintained as protesters carried signs warning of free speech suppression. Surprise Independent
LIFESTYLE NEWS
- ➤ ROXX Vodka and POMO Pizzeria Napoletana are hosting an espresso martini making class on Tuesday, September 30 at 7 p.m. in Surprise—residents will have a chance to learn professional mixology techniques in this hands-on event. Surprise Independent
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Mikey Cruz is having an impressive senior season at Shadow Ridge after switching from cornerback to running back, earning 581 rushing yards in five games while helping his team win big, and he is now the second leading rusher in the 6A Conference — a breakthrough that shows his growing impact — as he continues to drive the team's success. Surprise Independent
TODAY'S FOOD FOR THOUGHT
The quality of your life is proportional to the quality of your habits.
~ James Clear
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