Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 21st of November.
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🏘️ Community
Yates Buick GMC in Goodyear has started its annual Toys for Tots drive and will host a free Santa photo event on Dec.
6 from 9 a.m. to noon + no purchase or appointment is needed. The dealership accepts new, unwrapped toy donations until Dec. 15 + donated toys will support children through the Marine Corps program.
🎭 Culture
Former KPNX-TV photographer Chuck Emmert spoke at Goodyear City Hall and shared stories of working on breaking news, carrying heavy gear, and riding roaring helicopters—revealing a long career that captured important moments in Arizona.
His talk was part of the Heritage Lecture Series at the P.W. Litchfield Heritage Center.
🌲 Environment
Crews are removing invasive tamarisk plants at Estrella Mountain Regional Park and closing the El Rio parking lot until Dec.
31 — the park remains open and visitors must avoid the work zone for safety.
📰 Real Estate
Dominion opened 657 affordable apartment units in Goodyear on November 12—396 in Estrella Springs and 261 in Suncrest Vista—to help workers, teachers, firefighters and seniors on fixed incomes.
The properties feature pools, fitness centers and community spaces to offer quality homes for people who earn no more than 60% of the local median income—meeting a growing need in the area.
🎉 Goodyear Events
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Fairytale Winter Market
8 a.m. — Goodyear Ballpark — Free entry — Explore a Disney-inspired market filled with unique, whimsical vendors and festive decorations.
Goodyear Christmas Village
4-10 p.m. — Goodyear Ballpark — Free entry — Experience a magical holiday market transformed into a Christmas Village filled with festive lights and cheer.
2025 SKECHERS Hot Chocolate Run Phoenix
7 AM – 1 PM — Wesley Bolin Memorial Plaza — Registration fee applies — Delight in a sweet race featuring two distances and premium swag.
Estrella Mountain Trail Fest
7:15 AM – 1:15 PM — Estrella Mountain Regional Park — Cost info not specified — Explore the scenic trails of Estrella Mountain while enjoying a festive atmosphere.
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