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Sen. John Kavanagh earlier this year explaining legislation to his Republican colleagues. Kavanaugh was voted as the minority leader in the Arizona Senate.
Government

Fountain Hills Republican becomes minority leader in Arizona Senate

PHOENIX — Yes, voters decimated the ranks of state Senate Republicans at the ballot box this year. But John Kavanagh, who takes on the unexpected title of minority leader, says he doesn’t see the …
The water main project replaces previously installed pipe from 25-30 years ago.
Community News

Fountain Hills EPCOR water main project ahead of schedule

The EPCOR water main replacement along Palisades Boulevard is ahead of schedule and is expected to be completed by the end of the calendar year.  “While the project was originally …
Fire Crews responded to and successfully rescued an injured hiker.
Community News

Fountain Hills fire crew use 'big wheel' to rescue hiker

On the morning of Nov. 5,  Fountain Hills Fire Department crew responded to a patient with a lower body injury on the Andrews/Kinsey trail off the Adero Canyon Trailhead, town PIO Mike Pelton …
Fountain Hills Community Center
Community News

Check out upcoming activities in Fountain Hills

Fountain Hills Community Center is maintaining its schedule of weekday events within the Cutillo Civic Center, 13001 N. La Montana Drive. Most of these activities are reserved for Community Center …

Fountain Hills club briefs for the week of Nov. 9

Community Center bridge winners posted Contract bridge is played every Wednesday and Friday from 8:30 a.m. to 12 p.m. at the Community Center. Membership in the Community Center is required to …
Newly passed legislation has prompted the Planning and Zoning Commission to amend town code or rewrite it.
Community News

Fountain Hills PZ to review residential zoning ordinances

The Fountain Hills Planning and Zoning Commission will address changes in a pair of ordinances during its Nov. 9 meeting. The first pertains to zoning ordinances and assisted living homes …
Crews from several fire department assisted Saturday in battling a Fountain Hills house fire.
FIRST ALARM

Crews fight weekend fire at ‘large’ Fountain Hills home

Fountain Hills firefighters were at the scene of a fire for most of Saturday at a “large residence” surrounded by steep terrain in the Eagles Nest subdivision, authorities said. Crews were …
Gas prices are seen at the Circle K located at 59th Avenue and Olive Road in Glendale on Nov. 6, 2026. For the fourth straight week, gas prices have fallen in the Valley, but still remain above $4 a gallon according to AAA Arizona.
GAS

How are gas prices in Fountain Hills?

Drivers are getting some relief at the gas pumps as prices dropped for the fourth consecutive week, falling 13 cents a gallon to settle at $4.28 a gallon according to a news release from AAA Arizona. …
Local resident Matt Clement is publishing his first two picture books on Nov. 13.
ENTERTAINMENT

Local author to release new picture books for kids

Fountain Hills resident, author and art director Matt Clement is about to release two picture books to the public. His books, “Seven Little Donks and the Secret Map” and “Queen Michelle …
Fran Murray and other Fountain Hills Unified School District Board Members listen intently during the Oct. 14 meeting in Fountain Hills.
education

Fountain Hills school district outlines priorities in 2026-27 improvement plan

The Fountain Hills Unified School District has identified five areas of focus for the 2026-27 school year, ranging from academic achievement and special education to campus safety and career …
Several Fountain Hills streets will be impacted by an event over the weekend.
Community News

Weekend road restrictions in Fountain Hills

Several roads will face closures or restrictions over the weekend as the Multiple Sclerosis Society's Arizona Bike MS fundraising ride comes through town. Impacted streets include Avenue of the …
Community News

Vehicle collisions lead Fountain Hills Sheriff’s Office report

The Maricopa County Sheriff’s Office District 7 substation based in Fountain Hills reports deputies responded to the following incidents during the time of Oct. 29 - Nov. 4. Thursday, Oct. 29 …
Jack Morris and his sister Michele Morris Regan pose with some of Jack’s art he will be selling on Nov. 20 and 21.
ENTERTAINMENT

Fountain Hills artist holding open house to sell works to community

Fountain Hills resident Jack Morris has been doing art for nearly his entire life. Between 9 a.m. and 4 p.m. on Nov. 20 and 21, Morris will be parting with many of his beloved pieces at his open …
Sophomore Nate Schlossberg separated himself from the pack to finish with a new school record ahead of the overall State meet.
Sports

Fountain Hills sophomore breaks school record

Sophomore Nate Schlossberg set the new Fountain Hills High School cross country record with a time of 16:40 during the Falcons Sectionals meeting Thursday, Nov. 5, at Crossroads Park in …
American Legion Post 58 is one of the three clubs in Fountain Hills holding the joint Veterans Day ceremony on Nov. 11.
CLUBS

Fountain Hills service organizations plan joint Veterans Day ceremony

Three local service organizations in Fountain Hills are planning a joint Veterans Day ceremony. American Legion Post 58, Marine Corps League Detachment 1439 and Veterans of Foreign Wars Post …
The Fountain Hills Unified School District Governing Board members during their Sept. 16 meeting.
education

Fountain Hills school board explores ways to boost enrollment, improve district marketing

The Fountain Hills Unified School District Governing Board discussed ways to attract more students and improve the district’s visibility during its Nov. 4 meeting, including whether to hire an …
Kindergarten through second grade students will see an educational puppet show 9:30-10 a.m. Friday, Nov. 6.
education

Fountain Hills students learn about dental health with puppet show

McDowell Mountain Elementary School students in kindergarten through second grade will enjoy an educational puppet show 9:30-10 a.m. Friday, Nov. 6, The presentation will focus on proper …
From left: Heather Burke, owner of Grand Pops, and Bunny Keller, who works at MinDak Gold and Silver.
BUSINESS

Fountain Hills business owners rally around restaurant owner via fundraiser

Local business owners in Fountain Hills are rallying around a restaurant owner celebrating 10 years of business. The community has rallied around Terri Woods, owner of Sun Baked Food 4 The Soul, …
OPINIONS WITH CIVILITY
Nov. 3 brought a merciful end to nonstop political attack ads by candidates and political action committees in the run-up to Election Day. They unfold predictably: tear down the opponent with the …
OPINION — Every Veterans Day, there is a moment that reminds me why I do this work. It isn’t the marching bands, the magnificent floats or the thousands of spectators lining Phoenix streets.
OPINION — Yes, it was a blue wave! Not a normal wave, but a tidal wave that swept through many red states. I celebrated near Central Park in New York City. I embraced Haitians, Colombians, …
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ENTERTAINMENT & THINGS TO DO
The Fountain Hills Artists’ Gallery will demonstrate transforming gourds into works of art on Nov. 17.

Artists’ Gallery to hold live demo for gourd artist

The Fountain Hills Artists’ Gallery is set to hold a live demo for a local gourd artist. Artist Michele Mulleady will demonstrate her creative process 10 a.m. - 3 p.m. Nov. 17 at the gallery, …
“Godspell” runs from Nov. 6-22 at Fountain Hills Theater.

‘Godspell’ rocks out with Jesus Christ at Fountain Hills Theater

Fountain Hills Theater is rocking out with Jesus Christ in its next show. As of this writing, “Godspell” is set to run at 7:30 p.m. on Thursdays, Fridays and Saturdays and 2 p.m. on Sundays …
The Fountain Festival of Fine Arts & Crafts returns to Fountain Hills from Nov. 13-15.

Fountain Hills Fine Arts and Crafts Festival returns

The Fountain Festival of Fine Arts & Crafts is returning to Fountain Hills soon. The event takes place all over downtown 10 a.m. - 5 p.m. on Nov. 13 and 14 and 10 a.m. - 4 p.m. on Nov. 15, …
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