Good morning, Surprise.

Spark Surprise will officially cut the ribbon on its reimagined venture as new resident Michael Campbell—who has 25 years of experience—uses the hub to launch Phoenix Valley Finder, a resource guide for local entrepreneurs.

The Retro Exchange toy store held its official ribbon cutting at 12851 W.

Bell Road on Sept. 23, a month after opening on Aug. 22. Owner Grey Rogers cut the ribbon with City Councilmember Johnny V. Melton & Economic Development Director Jeanine Jerkovic.

Surprise residents can look forward to the Arizona State Fair starting Oct.

1 as the event offers unique food options like funnel cakes and ramen at a festive venue. The fair runs through Nov. 1 and will feature mostly fried cuisines for attendees of all ages.

Monica Aguayo (a dedicated volunteer who boosted both volunteers and funding) raised her removal from Thompson Ranch Elementary's PTSO at the Sept.

21 meeting in Surprise, as she urged the Dysart Unified School Board to review the decision. The school continues to invite new members to support students’ education.

Heavy monsoon rains flooded roads in rural northwest Surprise Tuesday, causing school delays and travel problems along Patton Road, Dale Lane, and 175th Avenue.

City officials encourage residents to prepare for storm season and offer free sand + sandbags when heavy rain is forecast.

A series of high-level baseball tournaments will take place throughout October at Surprise Stadium Complex.

Top high school players from across the U.S. and Canada will compete in the Arizona Fall Classic, giving college coaches and scouts a chance to spot emerging talent.