Maricopa County and Queen Creek Mark America250 Observances
Officials in Maricopa County and Queen Creek are participating in nationwide celebrations honoring the 250th anniversary of the United States.
Pierce KellerJuly 7, 20262 min read
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Queen Creek Police Hold Training Drill at Crismon High
The Queen Creek Police Department is conducting a planned training exercise at Crismon High School on Monday, with officials confirming there is no threat to the public.
Pierce KellerJuly 6, 20261 min read
Queen Creek Gas Prices Drop to $3.8540 as Monthly Trend Stays Lower — July 6, 2026
Regular unleaded averages $3.8540 in the East Valley area, down from yesterday, down from last week and below the Arizona average.
Pierce KellerJuly 6, 20261 min read
Queen Creek School Board to Vote on $126M Budget
The Queen Creek Unified School District governing board will vote on a proposed $126.2 million budget for the 2026-27 school year at its July 7 meeting.
Briar DoyleJuly 5, 20262 min read
Queen Creek 9-Year-Old Wins National Field Trip Contest
Kitelynn Nickerson, 9, of Queen Creek, is one of 125 students nationwide to win the America250 Foundation’s America’s Field Trip contest.
Pierce KellerJuly 5, 20261 min read
Queen Creek Gas Prices Rise to $3.8600 as Monthly Trend Stays Lower — July 5, 2026
Regular unleaded averages $3.8600 in the East Valley area, up from yesterday, down from last week and below the Arizona average.
Arlen HardyJuly 5, 20261 min read
Queen Creek Child Honored for Independence Day Spirit
A nine-year-old girl from Queen Creek is being recognized for her patriotic display during the Fourth of July celebrations.
Pierce KellerJuly 4, 20261 min read
Queen Creek Gas Prices Drop to $3.8590 as Monthly Trend Stays Lower — July 4, 2026
Regular unleaded averages $3.8590 in the East Valley area, down from yesterday, down from last week and below the Arizona average.
Tobias IversonJuly 4, 20261 min read
6/27-7/4 Queen Creek Real Estate Report: 658 Listings, Sale Price Down 2.6%
Zillow counted 658 Queen Creek, AZ homes for sale as of May 31, 2026, while Redfin reported 474 homes sold in May 2026 and a median sale price of $618,625.
Pierce KellerJuly 4, 20262 min read
Queen Creek Urges Safe Fireworks Disposal Ahead of Holiday
Queen Creek officials remind residents that legal fireworks sales end July 6 and provide specific instructions for soaking and disposing of used devices to prevent fires.
Pierce KellerJuly 3, 20261 min read
Queen Creek Gas Prices Drop to $3.49 at Costco
Regular gas in Queen Creek has fallen to $3.99 at the high end, with the lowest price recorded at a local Costco station.
Pierce KellerJuly 3, 20262 min read
Queen Creek Releases 2025 Annual Water Quality Report
The Town of Queen Creek has published its 2025 Annual Water Quality Report, confirming that all tested substances met federal and state safety standards with no health-based violations.
Pierce KellerJuly 3, 20262 min read
Queen Creek Gas Prices Drop to $3.8630 as Monthly Trend Stays Lower — July 3, 2026
Regular unleaded averages $3.8630 in the East Valley area, down from yesterday, down from last week and below the Arizona average.
Esme WhitlockJuly 3, 20261 min read
Rep. Andy Biggs Votes Nay on the Kids Internet and Digital Safety Act (KIDS Act)
Queen Creek's U.S. House representative, Andy Biggs, voted Nay (against) on the KIDS Act, which the House passed 267-117 on June 29, 2026.
Briar DoyleJuly 3, 20261 min read
House KIDS Act Vote: What Queen Creek Families Should Know
The House passed the KIDS Act 267-117, advancing a youth online-safety package to the Senate. Rep. Andy Biggs voted Nay for the district mapped to Queen Creek.
Briar DoyleJuly 3, 20265 min read
Queen Creek Council Reviews Chamber Agreement
The Queen Creek Town Council will consider approval of a Service and License Agreement with the Queen Creek Chamber of Commerce for the 2026-2027 fiscal year. The contract carries a financial value of $75,000.
Briar DoyleJuly 3, 20261 min read
Queen Creek Council Reviews Water Project Variance
The Queen Creek Town Council will consider a procurement variance for pre-construction and construction services on the Sierra Vista Drive water transmission main project during its June 3 session.
Briar DoyleJuly 3, 20261 min read
Queen Creek Council Reviews Taco Bell Site Plan
The Queen Creek Town Council will review a conditional use permit and site plan for a proposed Taco Bell on June 17, 2026. Mira Gantzert of Core States Group requested the drive-thru restaurant on approximately 1.15 acres near Ellsworth Road and Empire Boulevard.
Briar DoyleJuly 3, 20261 min read
Queen Creek Council Continues Fuel Station and Store Proposal
Queen Creek Town Council has requested a continuance for a public hearing on a proposed fuel station and convenience store. Brian Greathouse of Burch & Cracchiolo seeks a rezone, conditional use permit, and site plan approval for approximately 2 acres at Cloud and Rittenhouse...
Briar DoyleJuly 3, 20261 min read
Queen Creek Town Council to Review Expenditures Over $75,000
The Queen Creek Town Council will consider expenditures exceeding $75,000 and items of public policy interest during its regular session on June 17, 2026. The agenda includes authorization for purchases from new and existing vendors under the town purchasing policy.
Briar DoyleJuly 3, 20261 min read
Queen Creek Couple Dyes Doves for Gender Reveal Sparks Criticism
A Queen Creek couple's decision to dye doves for a gender reveal party has drawn criticism from wildlife experts, though the birds were recovered and remain healthy.
Pierce KellerJuly 3, 20261 min read