The City of Apache Junction is now accepting applications for the 2026 Citizen Leadership Institute, a free program that educates residents about municipal government. Participants will meet city leaders, explore civic engagement opportunities, and learn how to serve on boards and commissions

San Tan Valley’s newly appointed town council held its historic first meeting on October 1, 2025, electing Daren Schnepf as mayor and Tyler Hudgins as vice mayor. The council outlined a nine-month plan to establish Arizona’s newest municipality before the July 1, 2026 independence deadline.

City of Apache Junction has launched a new online archive where residents can easily search council minutes, ordinances, resolutions, and proclamations dating back to 1978. This user-friendly platform enhances government transparency and community access to vital public records.

The Viney Jones Library in Florence will be closed from October 27 to December 1 for flooring renovations. During the closure, books, study rooms, and library programs will be unavailable, with limited assistance offered by email.

Casa Grande will begin enforcing Urban Camping Ordinance No. 1397.19 on October 1, 2025. The ordinance prohibits camping and homeless encampments in public areas including parks, sidewalks, and rights-of-way.

The City of Maricopa has finalized an agreement with USPS to keep the Contracted Postal Unit at the Maricopa Library and Cultural Center open for residents. While the City will now receive only a $100 flat fee instead of $30,000–$40,000 in annual revenue, leaders prioritized uninterrupted postal services for the community

The Florence Town Council held a public hearing on September 16 to consider annexing 200 acres at Heritage and Yeager into the Skyview Farms community. The proposal would transition county zoning to town standards and set the stage for a future Planned Unit Development amendment.

San Tan Valley’s incorporation on September 17, 2025, marks the largest in Arizona history. Learn about the newly appointed seven-member town council, their backgrounds, and the priorities shaping Arizona’s newest municipality

Apache Junction voters will decide in a November 4, 2025 special election whether to extend the mayoral term from two years to four years. Ballots will be mailed starting October 8, with an informational pamphlet sent to all households before September 30

The Pinal County Board of Supervisors has advanced 14 candidates from a pool of 86 applicants to interviews for the inaugural San Tan Valley Town Council. Final appointments will be made on September 17, with seven members serving until the 2026 election.

Casa Grande and other Arizona municipalities are backing NRS Logios’ proposed Foreign Trade Zone subzone at Ethington and Clayton roads. The $90 million logistics hub could bring up to 100 jobs while securing tax incentives and federal trade benefits.

Florence, along with all Arizona municipalities and counties, must comply with a new statewide law setting earlier construction hours. The Town Council approved Ordinance No. 764-25 to align with the law, applying the updated start times year-round for concrete and general building work

After a decade in Florence, Town Attorney Clifford Mattice moves on to lead Queen Creek's first in-house legal team.

Pinal County Recorder Dana Lewis cautioned the Board of Supervisors that the draft 2025 Elections Procedures Manual contains provisions that could alter precinct voting and ballot rules. With the October 1 deadline approaching, the county is preparing to formally oppose the disputed measures.

The Pinal County Board of Supervisors is accepting applications to fill seven seats on the newly incorporated San Tan Valley Town Council. Eligible residents must apply by September 11, 2025, with letters of interest and résumés for consideration.

Learn about the property tax rates set by the Pinal County Board, impacting residential and commercial property owners alike.

Explore a detailed breakdown of the San Tan Valley incorporation vote, including turnout, provisional ballots, and party participation. Learn how Pinal County certified Proposition 495 and what the results mean for the community’s next steps

Arizona Sen. Analise Ortiz’s ICE warning ignited ethics complaints and a federal probe, with Pinal County Attorney Brad Miller stepping into the fight. The clash raises sharp questions over First Amendment limits, law enforcement safety, and prosecutorial power.

The City of Casa Grande is seeking residents to serve on its Community Services Advisory Board, which helps guide park planning and recreation programs. Applications are due by August 29, 2025, with members serving three-year terms and meeting monthly at the Recreation Center.

The 2025 Wild West Music Fest achieved financial stability under private management, shifting from a major loss in 2023 to a break-even year with a $2.84 million economic impact. While Maricopa invested $265,000, the city did not earn a profit but advanced its regional tourism strategy.

Residents during the election for San Tan Valley Incorporation. [Pinal…

San Tan Valley residents will vote tomorrow on Proposition 495, a measure that could establish Arizona's newest incorporated town.

Supervisor McClure writes to BIA about deteriorating electricity service in Pinal County and demands urgent answers.

Casa Grande City Council approved first reading of an ordinance granting the City Manager authority to negotiate property acquisitions for 34 infrastructure projects without requiring individual council approval for each transaction. The streamlined process excludes condemnation authority and aims to speed up road, water, and wastewater projects by eliminating repeated council reviews for voluntary property deals.

Casa Grande voters will decide on Proposition 496 this November, a $67 million bond measure that would fund a new aquatic complex, lighted baseball and softball fields, and multipurpose sports and event spaces to enhance recreation and support the city’s growing population

Casa Grande has introduced a law limiting camping on public property for the homeless. Discover the key changes effective October.

Casa Grande residents are invited to the August Community Open House to share ideas and engage with City Council members.

City of Casa Grande seeks community input in Survey #2. Share your thoughts on communication and help them improve!

Apache Junction now accepting ballot arguments for Proposition 493. Submit your opinion by July 22, 2025, to city clerks.

Learn why firefighters endorse San Tan Valley incorporation and its impact on the community's safety and services.