Saturday, May 9th, 2026
Good morning, Queen Creek. Here's your local news at a glance for Saturday, the 9th of May.
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Students at Katherine Mecham Barney Elementary celebrated 'Everyone Has Genius Day' today at a leadership assembly in Queen Creek that showcased their creativity and strengths (as confirmed by QCUSD). Queen Creek Independent
- ➤ Brain Balance has opened as a new center supporting children's cognitive, behavioral, and academic development in Queen Creek. Local leaders and community members attended a ribbon-cutting (at 21820 S. Ellsworth Road) hosted by the Queen Creek Chamber of Commerce. Queen Creek Independent
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ Maricopa County Department of Public Health confirmed three new measles cases (bringing the total to 14) and noted Queen Creek is on the exposure list. The department stressed vaccination and early symptom recognition to help curb local transmission. Queen Creek Independent
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People Who Could Fly Live Performance
11 a.m. – 3 p.m. — Queen Creek Olive Mill — Free entry — Enjoy an indie pop concert from People Who Could Fly amidst gourmet olive oils and specialty foods.
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Memorial Day Weekend: Grill at the Mill
All day — Queen Creek Olive Mill — Varies by menu — A festive three-day celebration filled with delicious, grill-inspired food, live music, and lawn games.
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Music Bingo Night
6-9 p.m. — Dave & Buster's - Queen Creek — Free entry — Enjoy a fun twist on bingo with music clips and prizes.
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Nerding: Use the Force
9 a.m. – 12 p.m. — EDUPRIZE Schools - Gilbert Campus — $195 — Dive into vector design software to create custom wearable designs and stickers.
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Nerding: Robotics and AI Exploration
1-4 p.m. — EDUPRIZE Schools - Gilbert Campus — $195 — Discover AI as a superpower through hands-on projects and real-world discussions for grades 6-9.
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