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Thursday, December 25th, 2025
Good morning, Surprise. Here's your local news at a glance for Thursday, the 25th of December.
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ Elements Massage, which opened over the summer in the Surprise City Center at 14462 E. Elm St. (Suite 117), held its official ribbon cutting on Dec. 10 with Economic Development Director Jeanine Jerkovic and developers present; the business now welcomes customers daily at 9 a.m. Surprise Independent
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Surprise will host its mayor’s literacy challenge from Jan. 1 to Feb. 14, awarding prizes for every 100 minutes read and free books for children; an opening party with carnival games and a petting zoo will be held on Jan. 3 at Asante Library (16755 W. Vereda Solana Drive). Surprise Independent
- ➤ On Dec. 4, Sonoran Heights Middle School student Mohammad Salam was crowned as the Dysart Unified School District spelling bee champion at the district offices after correctly spelling 'amateur' (joining top finishers Emma Rosengren, Landon Ellano-Rogers, Leila Bernhauser, and Kirsten Sanchez, who will advance to the regional contest). Surprise Independent
LIFESTYLE NEWS
- ➤ New Year’s Eve celebrations will continue amid high spending worries as residents are advised to budget by reusing outfits, seeking last-minute deals, and considering low-cost options such as biking or road trips. Local shoppers can benefit from these money-saving tips while planning festive events. ABC15
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New Year's Eve Dinner at North Italia
New Year's Eve Dinner — 4-10 p.m. — North Italia — Reservations accepted — Celebrate with a 3-course Italian feast and festive cocktails as you welcome 2025.
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Chateau Montelena Wine Dinner
6 PM — The Wigwam — Seasonal five-course wine pairing dinner — Raise a glass to the perfect pairing in a magical evening of culinary delight.
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