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Casa Grande Planning Staff Backs 3,300-Acre Underground Copper Mine Project

Casa Grande Planning Staff Backs 3,300-Acre Underground Copper Mine Project

ByJustin MathewsDec 18, 2024
Find out how the Casa Grande underground copper mine project could affect the local community. Learn about the concerns regarding water supplies, roads, and the environment.
Maricopa Considers Industrial Zone to Boost industry and Keep Workers Closer to Home

Maricopa Considers Industrial Zone to Boost industry and Keep Workers Closer to Home

ByJustin MathewsDec 16, 2024
Maricopa considers new industrial zone to boost local industry and provide employment opportunities closer to home.
Water Credits Flow to Phoenix and Tucson While Pinal Focuses on Infrastructure

Water Credits Flow to Phoenix and Tucson While Pinal Focuses on Infrastructure

ByJustin MathewsDec 13, 2024
Insights into Arizona's plan for managing the Colorado River water shortage, including impacts on Pinal County.
Rural Residents Voice Concerns as Florence Eyes Industrial Growth

Rural Residents Voice Concerns as Florence Eyes Industrial Growth

ByJustin MathewsDec 11, 2024
Discover how the proposed Bowling Industrial 110 project is causing concerns among rural residents in Florence. Learn about the rezoning of agricultural land for light industrial use.
Supervisors Back Residential Development South of Maricopa, Rural Residents Worry About Changing Lifestyle

Supervisors Back Residential Development South of Maricopa, Rural Residents Worry About Changing Lifestyle

ByJustin MathewsDec 9, 2024
Approval of housing development in Pinal County raises worries among rural residents about the changes to their lifestyle. Get the details.
Two Arizona Poultry Workers Contract H5 Bird Flu, Fully Recover

Two Arizona Poultry Workers Contract H5 Bird Flu, Fully Recover

ByJustin MathewsDec 8, 2024
First human H5 avian influenza cases detected in Arizona. Learn about the novel avian influenza H5 strain infecting poultry and humans in Pinal County.
Urban Growth Over Irrigation: The Push for Agricultural Land Conversion in Arizona

Urban Growth Over Irrigation: The Push for Agricultural Land Conversion in Arizona

ByErik JohnsonDec 6, 2024
Uncover Arizona's proposed water management strategy, the 'Ag-to-Urban' program, aimed at addressing groundwater conservation and sustainable growth.
Casa Grande Council Opens Select Neighborhoods to Manufactured Homes

Casa Grande Council Opens Select Neighborhoods to Manufactured Homes

ByJustin MathewsDec 2, 2024
Find out how Casa Grande is opening up select neighborhoods to manufactured homes. Learn about the new design requirements and approval processes.
Casa Grande Adopts Casita Rules Ahead of State Mandate

Casa Grande Adopts Casita Rules Ahead of State Mandate

ByJustin MathewsNov 30, 2024
Casa Grande adopts new ADU rules ahead of state mandate. Learn about the city's proactive approach to aligning with House Bill 2720 requirements.
Massive Solar Farm to Replace Planned Housing Development South of Arizona City

Massive Solar Farm to Replace Planned Housing Development South of Arizona City

ByJustin MathewsNov 29, 2024
Get the latest on the Sonak Solar Farm south of Arizona City. Learn about the approved project that will generate 323 megawatts of solar power.
Supervisors Greenlight Plan to Strengthen Off-Road Law Enforcement

Supervisors Greenlight Plan to Strengthen Off-Road Law Enforcement

ByJustin MathewsNov 27, 2024
Pinal County Sheriff's Office enhances off-highway vehicle (OHV) patrol capabilities with $100k grant. Learn more about the benefits of remote area law enforcement.
State Proposes Water Controls as Willcox Basin Crisis Deepens, Local Farmers Push Back

State Proposes Water Controls as Willcox Basin Crisis Deepens, Local Farmers Push Back

ByJustin MathewsNov 26, 2024
Explore the contentious debate over designating the Willcox Groundwater Basin as an Active Management Area (AMA). Learn about the factors contributing to the declining water levels and the proposed solutions.
89-Foot Cell Tower to Be Built Near Homes North West of Florence

89-Foot Cell Tower to Be Built Near Homes North West of Florence

ByJustin MathewsNov 25, 2024

A new 89-foot cell tower, disguised as an elm tree,…

Water Supply Standards at Issue in Casa Grande Development Amendment

Water Supply Standards at Issue in Casa Grande Development Amendment

ByJustin MathewsNov 23, 2024
Uncover the complexities of water supply regulations in Arizona and how they intersect with a development amendment in Casa Grande.
Coolidge Ensures Public Voice in Data Center Development

Coolidge Ensures Public Voice in Data Center Development

ByJustin MathewsNov 21, 2024
Find out about the updated data center regulation in Coolidge, Arizona. Learn how data center proposals in agricultural zones now require public hearings and undergo additional review.
Child Care Shortage Forces Pinal Families to Seek Options Outside County

Child Care Shortage Forces Pinal Families to Seek Options Outside County

ByJustin MathewsNov 20, 2024
The shortage of child care options in Pinal County, Arizona is causing families to seek care elsewhere. Explore the challenges faced by parents and the potential consequences for economic growth.
Tap Solar Farm Proposal Approved Near The City of Maricopa

Tap Solar Farm Proposal Approved Near The City of Maricopa

ByJustin MathewsNov 16, 2024
Discover the Tap Solar Farm project near Maricopa, Arizona. Learn about the proposed 1,089-acre solar power installation and its benefits for water conservation.
Data Center Project to Transform Land near Florence

Data Center Project to Transform Land near Florence

ByJustin MathewsNov 15, 2024
Find out about the Sunhill Data Center Project to Transform Land near Florence approved by the Pinal County Board of Supervisors.
Apache Junction’s Downtown Transformation: Major Land Acquisition Opens Investment Opportunities

Apache Junction’s Downtown Transformation: Major Land Acquisition Opens Investment Opportunities

ByJustin MathewsNov 14, 2024
Learn about Apache Junction's downtown revitalization plans. Find out how the city is supporting commercial development and creating growth opportunities.
Cactus Flower Solar Project Takes Step Forward South of Eloy

Cactus Flower Solar Project Takes Step Forward South of Eloy

ByJustin MathewsNov 13, 2024
Find out about Eloy's Cactus Flower Solar Project: a 270 MW solar generation facility with battery storage and a projected lifetime revenue of over $55 million.
Trump Aligns with Bitcoin Act Amid Mounting Debt Crisis

Trump Aligns with Bitcoin Act Amid Mounting Debt Crisis

ByJustin MathewsNov 12, 2024

As cryptocurrency markets skyrocket in reaction to the election results,…

Florence Bridge Dedicated to Honor Memory of Boy Scout Lost in 1972 Tragedy

Florence Bridge Dedicated to Honor Memory of Boy Scout Lost in 1972 Tragedy

ByJustin MathewsNov 10, 2024
Discover the touching story of the Rusty Greer Memorial Bridge, a heartfelt tribute to a young boy scout's life lost in a tragic bicycle accident in Florence, Arizona.
New Washers Shield Casa Grande Firefighters from Cancer Threat

New Washers Shield Casa Grande Firefighters from Cancer Threat

ByJustin MathewsNov 8, 2024
Casa Grande Fire Department takes proactive steps to protect firefighters from cancer with specialized washing machines.
Gas-Fired Power Plant Gets Green Light Near Casa Grande

Gas-Fired Power Plant Gets Green Light Near Casa Grande

ByJustin MathewsNov 4, 2024
Discover Project Bella: a $1.3 billion natural gas-powered plant near Casa Grande, Arizona. Learn about its innovative design and role in maintaining grid reliability.
Former Mine Site Rezoned for Proposed 145MW Solar Project in San Manuel

Former Mine Site Rezoned for Proposed 145MW Solar Project in San Manuel

ByJustin MathewsNov 3, 2024
Explore the exciting proposal for the San Manuel Solar Farm in Arizona, which aims to transform the region with a 145-megawatt photovoltaic solar power plant and battery storage.
The Power Behind Your Power

The Power Behind Your Power

ByMargaret WittersOct 31, 2024
Understanding the diverse structures of Arizona's electric utilities and their impact on consumers. Learn about rate hikes, outages, and consumer control.
Apache Junction Adapts Accessory Dwelling Unit Rules to Comply with State Law

Apache Junction Adapts Accessory Dwelling Unit Rules to Comply with State Law

ByJustin MathewsOct 29, 2024
Discover the recent changes to Apache Junction's ADU regulations. Learn how the city is aligning with state regulations to comply with new laws.
Saloon Planned for Historic Florence Building

Saloon Planned for Historic Florence Building

ByJustin MathewsOct 24, 2024
Explore the historic main street in Florence, AZ and the new development of The 1866 Saloon.
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