Pinal County supervisors voted 5-0 to approve the Project Midway Data Center near Casa Grande. The 215-acre development now moves to rezoning.

Pinal County supervisors unanimously approved the La Osa Power and Data Center Complex comprehensive plan amendment. The $20 billion project includes dedicated power generation.

US 60 between Superior and Miami closes Nov 25, 9am-2pm for bridge replacement. Detour adds 1 hour via SR 177/77 through Winkelman. Plan your route.

Pinal County Planning Commission recommends approval for 40-acre Cactus Wren battery energy storage facility near Maricopa. The $750 million project would store 800 megawatts.

Planning commission recommends Bella Vista 23 San Tan Valley development with 1,195 lots. Three sections span 305 acres near Quail Run Road.

Silver Reef Solar and Battery was withdrawn after 8-0 denial recommendation. Pinal County Board approved four energy and data projects at same November meeting.

Florence Town Council unanimously approved rezoning and a conditional use permit for the Tanner Rankin Mine expansion on November 18, 2025.

Florence Council approved zone change for Adamsville Road property on November 18. The rezoning allows up to four homes on the two-acre parcel.

Barbara Sundust asks Casa Grande to support homeless residents after urban camping ordinance enforcement began October 1. Mayor outlines city response efforts.

Maricopa code amendments won Planning Commission approval on Oct. 27. Changes address state laws, housing impacts, and development standards.

Two Coolidge men were arrested on October 29, 2025, facing over 160 combined charges in a major cockfighting and illegal enterprise operation busted by Arizona authorities.

Fire safety expert presents Battery Energy Storage System data to Pinal County supervisors.

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Casa Grande is proposing new pass-through fees for delinquent wastewater customers to recover the direct costs charged by Arizona Water Company for disconnection and reconnection services.

Pinal County advances accessory dwelling unit regulations following state mandate. New rules allow multiple ADUs per property with reduced setback requirements by January 2026.

Coolidge Planning and Zoning approved a Marriott hotel Coolidge development with 110 rooms. The dual-blended project moves to permit phase.

Stay informed about Casa Grande traffic advisories with updates on construction and utility work affecting Colorado Road, Arizola Road, Peart Road, and O’Neil Drive throughout November and December.

A federal investigation into SCIP was announced by Congressman Eli Crane's office. The probe seeks clarity before divestiture legislation proceeds.

Plan ahead for the US 60 closure. Discover detour routes and tips for traveling between Superior and Miami.

Plan ahead! Plant Road will be closed through November 10 for essential culvert replacement by the Town of Florence.

Casa Grande’s Affordable Housing Plan reveals 47.8% of renters are cost-burdened, home prices up 64% since 2019, and a goal to add or preserve 2,000 affordable/workforce units by 2030.

The Florence Fitness Center will close November 13–15 for a two-day interior painting project, reopening Saturday at 5 a.m. with refreshed facilities for residents.

Casa Grande Planning Commission voted 7-0 to advance a 353-acre mixed-use development plan near Florence Boulevard and Overfield Road. City Council decides December 15.

Plan ahead! Plant Road will be closed through November 10 for essential culvert replacement by the Town of Florence.

Get free weekly job assistance at Apache Junction Public Library with ARIZONA@WORK Pinal County, including resume help, job search guidance, and local employment support.

Maricopa approved rezoning for a second Terrible's location about a mile from the first. The Honeycutt site can be developed under either zoning designation.

Florence is set for traffic upgrades at Hunt Highway and Attaway Road in 2026, adding new turn lanes, reducing congestion, and improving travel times for drivers.

Drivers should plan for I-10 nighttime rolling lane closures near Eloy Nov. 9–11 and Nov. 16–18, with 15-minute highway stops, delays, and traffic control for utility work.

US 60 will close Nov. 12 between Superior and Miami for bridge work, with a 75-mile detour in place and no closures planned on Veterans Day.

Arizona Sonoran presents Cactus Mine Casa Grande update to city council. Project aims for 600+ jobs, $2.3B economic impact, and 2029 production start.