The Arizona Department of Transportation is seeking public input on the North-South Segment 2 Study, a 31-mile corridor from Eloy to Florence, with comments accepted through September 8. Study materials and submission options, including an online survey, phone line, email, and mail, remain available for residents to review and provide feedback.

Pinal County supervisors unanimously approved Project Bella, a 480–520 MW natural gas peaker plant and 400–440 MW battery storage facility south of Casa Grande. The project includes fire safety funding, community buffers, reduced water use, and is expected to generate $167 million in tax revenue over 25 years.

Learn about the new TeleMVD service: ADOT MVD services now available virtually in Fredonia, AZ.

The Florence Town Council unanimously approved land use changes for the 400MW LightHorse Energy Storage project, enabling construction of a large-scale battery system capable of powering about 200,000 homes during peak demand. The decision marks a major step in northern Florence’s shift toward industrial development, supported by nearby energy infrastructure and future transportation projects.

Florence's Town Council unanimously approves industrial changes, fostering development in the Northern Development Corridor with energy projects.

Casa Grande residents are encouraged to participate in the Safe Routes to School survey to enhance safety for students.

Casa Grande is considering a new Right-of-Way Occupancy Ordinance with updated fees, stricter oversight, and improved coordination to protect public infrastructure. The proposal includes pavement cut and use fees, engineering standard updates, and measures to encourage faster project completion.

Apache Junction has acquired 76.5 acres of State Trust land for the Weekes Wash Regional Multi-Use Detention Facility, a major flood control project protecting over 4,000 properties. Funded in part by the largest FEMA grant ever awarded in Arizona, the project aims to reduce flood risk, lower insurance costs, and enhance long-term community resilience.

The public comment period is now open for CG LINK service expansion. Share your feedback before August 22, 2025.

Casa Grande has become the first city in Arizona to adopt AI-powered street assessment technology through a $140,000 contract with Cyvl Inc. The new system will modernize pavement evaluations using vehicle-mounted sensors and streamline infrastructure planning.

The Casa Grande City Council unanimously approved a $4.05 million Thornton Road widening project from Main Street to Cottonwood Lane, adding a second through lane in each direction plus 4-foot shoulders. The project receives 94.3% federal funding through Highway Infrastructure Programs, with the city contributing $259,390 in local match and administration fees.

Planning and Zoning Commission reviewed the Silver Reef Energy Solar project, a 150-megawatt solar facility with 200-megawatt battery storage on 801 acres, as part of a wave of energy proposals in Pinal County.

Pinal County commissioners reviewed another massive energy and data center project in a high-risk flood zone - the 3,374-acre La Osa complex for gas power, battery storage, and data centers along Greene Canal. Commissioners expressed serious concerns about the flood-prone site's impact on wildlife and sensitive wash areas due to extensive flooding risks.

Explore the comprehensive review of the Data Center Proposal Near Casa Grande and its significance for local planning.

Explore the proposed 2685-acre solar-gas-battery complex facing flooding concerns at the Pinal County planning session.

Dive into the ambitious plans for a massive energy and tech campus near Maricopa & the Ak-Chin Community.

Have your say in the North-South corridor project in Pinal County. Public comments are being sought for transportation enhancement.

Pinal County's planning session discusses the largest solar farm proposal to date, highlighting the surge in renewable energy projects.

Find out how AJ Public Works is planning for FY 2026 with detailed insights into street maintenance and capital improvement projects.

Casa Grande's $5.8 million Trekell Road improvements are almost complete. Learn about enhanced safety and traffic flow.

Arizona Water Company launches a new alert system in Casa Grande to keep customers informed about water service issues.

Drivers traveling on I-10 through the Wild Horse Pass Corridor should plan for lane restrictions overnight July 15-16.

Attend the Public Hearing for CG LINK Transit Service on July 23 to discuss potential service area expansions and changes.

The Commission's unanimous vote approves Bella Natural Gas and Battery Storage Facility, addressing urgent energy demands in Arizona.

Traffic fatalities in Arizona dip for second year in a row, with a 6.12% decrease from last year. Read more about the report.

Public invited to provide comments on Arizona’s Critical Urban and Rural Freight Corridor Networks. Review the draft until July 23, 2025.

Arizona Travel IDs surpass 3 million! Ensure you have yours to meet travel ID requirements for faster airport processing.

The Apache Junction Water District budget is approved with a slight rate increase. Find out about the changes and improvements planned.

Learn how the historic Arizona State budget transforms the SR347 commuting corridor with full funding for vital improvements.

The Street Lighting Improvement Project on Pace for Early Completion marks a significant investment in nighttime road safety in Apache Junction.