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Commission Backs Arf-Anage Dog Rescue’s Mission with Special Use Permit
By
Justin Mathews
Apr 22, 2025
Pinal County Commission backs Arf-Anage Dog Rescue's mission with a Special Use Permit for their facility in Maricopa.
Transportation
Pinal County Presents 2025 Five-Year Transportation Plan, Sets Public Comment Period
By
Justin Mathews
Apr 21, 2025
Explore Pinal County's 2025 Five-Year Transportation Plan. Public comments welcome during the outlined review period.
Commercial
Fortune Telling Fees Under Fire: Apache Junction Council Questions $1,200 Permit
By
Justin Mathews
Apr 15, 2025
Find out why the Apache Junction Council is scrutinizing fortune telling fees. Questions arise over the $1200 permit cost.
Housing
Planning Commission Rejects 14-Building Apartment Complex in Downtown Apache Junction
By
Justin Mathews
Apr 14, 2025
The Planning Commission rejects a 14-building apartment complex in downtown Apache Junction, citing community concerns.
Housing
Vested Rights Trump Local Opposition: Florence Commission Approves Anthem East Development
By
Justin Mathews
Apr 11, 2025
Vested rights have played a crucial role in the Florence Commission approving the Anthem East development despite earlier opposition.
Commercial
Saguaro Smoke Shop Gets Green Light from AJ Planning Commission Despite Health Concerns
By
Justin Mathews
Apr 10, 2025
Discover how the Apache Junction Planning Commission approved Saguaro Smoke Shop. Hear the debate over health concerns and community impact.
Animal Care & Control
Apache Junction’s Animal Shelter Crisis: Rat Problem May Extend Beyond Facility, According to Resident Reports
By
Justin Mathews
Apr 9, 2025
Apache Junction's Animal Shelter faces a rat problem, resulting in temporary closure and urgent foster and adoption efforts.
Telecommunications
Metronet Fiber Installation Resumes on Florence Boulevard and Arizola Roads
By
Justin Mathews
Apr 8, 2025
Discover updates on Metronet fiber installation as it resumes on Florence Boulevard and Arizola Roads.
Commercial
The Irish Cowboy to be Featured on America’s Best Restaurants
By
Justin Mathews
Apr 8, 2025
The Irish Cowboy is set to be featured on America's Best Restaurants. Discover their unique dishes and community impact.
Housing
Learning from Anthem East: Florence Council Unanimously Rejects Westland Village Development
By
Justin Mathews
Apr 5, 2025
The Florence Council votes against the Westland Village development, expressing concerns over vested rights for future councils.
Transportation
ADOT unveils Autism Support specialty license plate
By
Justin Mathews
Apr 4, 2025
With the Autism Support specialty license plate, ADOT offers a way to support autism causes. Learn more about this new option.
Animal Care & Control
Give a Pet a Home—AJ Animal Control Waives Adoption Fees Ahead of May Closure
By
Justin Mathews
Mar 31, 2025
Take advantage of the opportunity to give a pet a home. AJ Animal Control is waiving adoption fees ahead of the May closure.
Arts
Youth Programs
Run a Community Program? Maricopa’s New Framework May Create Partnership Opportunities
By
Justin Mathews
Mar 29, 2025
Maricopa is discussing a new framework for community programs. Find out how it may lead to partnership opportunities.
Transportation
Pending federal change affects alternative fuel vehicles in HOV lanes
By
Justin Mathews
Mar 28, 2025
Find out how the pending federal change affects alternative fuel vehicles in HOV lanes and what you need to know.
Housing
Superstition Mountain Development Proposal Gains Traction Despite Density Concerns
By
Justin Mathews
Mar 27, 2025
The Superstition Mountain development proposal gains traction, facing density concerns while aiming for luxury housing.
Housing
Vested Rights vs. Community Concerns: Florence Commission Rejects Anthem East Development
By
Justin Mathews
Mar 25, 2025
Residents express concerns as Florence Commission votes against Anthem East development, weighing community needs against development rights.
Transportation
Pinal County Supervisors Pledge $20 Million for SR 347 Improvements
By
Justin Mathews
Mar 20, 2025
Pinal County Supervisors pledge $20 million for SR 347 improvements to enhance travel safety and connectivity.
Telecommunications
Metronet To Begin Fiber Optic Network Installation In Casa Grande
By
Justin Mathews
Mar 20, 2025
Metronet will start its fiber optic network construction in Casa Grande on March 25, bringing high-speed internet to the local community.
Housing
Westland Village Development Proposed Near Windmill Winery and Territorial Square Area
By
Justin Mathews
Mar 14, 2025
Explore the Westland Village development proposal near Windmill Winery, offering a mix of homes and community open areas.
Arts
Casa Grande Arts & Culture Commission Announces Exciting Opportunities for Artists and Nonprofits
By
Justin Mathews
Mar 14, 2025
Artists and nonprofits can apply for the Casa Grande Arts & Culture Commission's grant program to enhance local arts initiatives.
Housing
Florence’s Housing Boom Continues: Monarch Development Gets Council Approval Near Felix Road and Hunt Highway
By
Justin Mathews
Mar 8, 2025
Learn about the newly approved Monarch development in Florence, bringing 2,050 homes to the Felix Road Corridor area.
Transportation
$964 Million Commerce Corridor Upgrade Advances: Three Lanes Coming to I-10 Between Phoenix and Casa Grande
By
Justin Mathews
Mar 5, 2025
I-10 will soon feature three lanes coming between Phoenix and Casa Grande. Get the latest updates on the construction progress.
Transportation
Public comment period begins for ADOT’s Tentative Five-Year Construction Program
By
Justin Mathews
Mar 4, 2025
Get involved! Public comment period begins for ADOT’s Tentative Five-Year Construction Program. Your input matters for highway improvements.
Housing
Accountability at Forefront as Apache Junction Reviews Housing Assistance Request
By
Justin Mathews
Mar 3, 2025
Find out how accountability shapes the discussion in Apache Junction regarding housing assistance requests for local residents.
Housing
3,100+ Home Anthem East Development Put on Hold by Planning Commission
By
Justin Mathews
Feb 28, 2025
Find out the latest on the 3100 Home Anthem East Development, as the Planning Commission seeks clarity on pressing concerns.
Commercial
Housing
Transportation
New Downtown for San Tan Valley? Supervisors Greenlight 3,200-Acre Urban Core Project
By
Justin Mathews
Feb 24, 2025
A new chapter begins for San Tan Valley with a 3,200-acre urban core project approved by local supervisors. Find out more.
Animal Care & Control
Public Safety
Rabies! Gray Fox Tests Positive in Western Maricopa Area of Pinal County
By
Justin Mathews
Feb 23, 2025
Pinal County issues rabies advisory after a Gray Fox tests positive for rabies in the western Maricopa region of Pinal County.
Battery Energy Storage
Electrical
Solar Farm
Planning Commission Rejects Valley Farms Energy Center Proposal
By
Justin Mathews
Feb 22, 2025
Learn about the Planning Commission's decision to reject the Valley Farms Energy Center proposal and its implications for energy projects.
Water Resources
Casa grande Drinking Water Issue resolved
By
Justin Mathews
Feb 19, 2025
Casa Grande Drinking Water Issue resolved! Nitrate levels are safe and the warning has been lifted. Read for details.
Housing
Florence Grapples with Plans for 94,000 New Homes
By
Justin Mathews
Feb 18, 2025
Florence grapples with ambitious plans for 94,000 new homes. Learn about the potential effects on local infrastructure and community.
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