It may sound surprising, but oily rags can catch fire without a spark, flame, or electrical source. Recently, Carefree Fire Station 821 responded to a brush fire caused by oily r...

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The Town of Carefree is sharing important information from the Maricopa County Department of Public Health regarding measles awareness and prevention. Measles is highly contagiou...

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At the May 5, 2026 Town Council meeting, the Carefree Town Council unanimously approved the Town’s tentative budget for Fiscal Year 2026–2027, reinforcing the Town’s continued com...

As the pace of the season begins to slow, Carefree is still buzzing with can’t-miss events, important community updates, and opportunities to stay connected this May! Residents a...

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On April 28, the Town Council held its second and final budget workshop, Financial Plan and Direction, focusing on key updates and refinements to the proposed Fiscal Year 2026–202...

The northeast corner of Carefree Highway and Cave Creek Road is a vital, high-potential site for economic development within the Town of Carefree. Recognized as a key opportunity ...

The Town of Carefree is honored to announce its annual Memorial Day Tribute, a heartfelt small-town community gathering dedicated to honoring the brave men and women who made the ...

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On April 21, the Town Council kicked off its first of two budget workshops, taking a closer look at projected revenues and expenditures for Fiscal Year 2026–2027. During the meeti...

Join us on Wednesday, April 29 from 5 - 7 p.m. at Town Council Chambers for the first Zoning Ordinance Update Community Workshop to be part of the conversation! This important...

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As temperatures soar across the Sonoran Desert this summer, air conditioning systems become essential for comfort in Carefree and surrounding communities. At the Carefree Fire Dep...

April is in full bloom in Carefree, bringing a vibrant mix of community events, exciting local news, and opportunities to connect all month long. From two can’t-miss pancake brea...

Carefree and Cave Creek are officially part of the Dementia Friendly America collaborative network, joining more than 14 communities across Arizona including Tempe, Scottsdale, ...

The Town of Carefree is pleased to announce the appointment of Kristen Krey as its next Town Administrator, following a unanimous vote by the Carefree Town Council at its March 3,...

We’re MARCH-ing right through 2026 with a brand-new edition of the Carefree Connection! 💚 Discover exciting upcoming events, from the return of the Carefree Bourbon & Cigar F...