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Public Comment Period Open for CG LINK Service Expansion

Public Comment Period Open for CG LINK Service Expansion

Jul 31, 2025
The public comment period is now open for CG LINK service expansion. Share your feedback before August 22, 2025.
Casa Grande Becomes First City in Arizona to Use AI for Street Assessment

Casa Grande Becomes First City in Arizona to Use AI for Street Assessment

Jul 28, 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.
Casa Grande Council Approves $4 Million Thornton Road Widening Project

Casa Grande Council Approves $4 Million Thornton Road Widening Project

Jul 28, 2025
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.
Silver Reef Solar Joins Wave of Energy Projects Reviewed by Pinal County Commission

Silver Reef Solar Joins Wave of Energy Projects Reviewed by Pinal County Commission

Jul 25, 2025
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.
La Osa 3,374-Acre Energy and Data Center Complex Adds to High-Risk Flood Zone Proposals in Pinal County

La Osa 3,374-Acre Energy and Data Center Complex Adds to High-Risk Flood Zone Proposals in Pinal County

Jul 24, 2025
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.
Data Center Proposal Near Casa Grande Reviewed by Commission

Data Center Proposal Near Casa Grande Reviewed by Commission

Jul 24, 2025
Explore the comprehensive review of the Data Center Proposal Near Casa Grande and its significance for local planning.
New Griffin Energy 2,685-Acre Solar-Gas-Battery Proposal Faces Flooding Concerns at Pinal County Planning Session

New Griffin Energy 2,685-Acre Solar-Gas-Battery Proposal Faces Flooding Concerns at Pinal County Planning Session

Jul 23, 2025
Explore the proposed 2685-acre solar-gas-battery complex facing flooding concerns at the Pinal County planning session.
Massive Energy and Tech Campus Planned Near Maricopa, Ak-Chin Community

Massive Energy and Tech Campus Planned Near Maricopa, Ak-Chin Community

Jul 22, 2025
Dive into the ambitious plans for a massive energy and tech campus near Maricopa & the Ak-Chin Community.
Public comment sought on North-South corridor in Pinal County

Public comment sought on North-South corridor in Pinal County

Jul 21, 2025
Have your say in the North-South corridor project in Pinal County. Public comments are being sought for transportation enhancement.
County’s Largest Solar Farm Proposal to Date Highlights Rush of Renewable Energy Applications

County’s Largest Solar Farm Proposal to Date Highlights Rush of Renewable Energy Applications

Jul 21, 2025
Pinal County's planning session discusses the largest solar farm proposal to date, highlighting the surge in renewable energy projects.
AJ Public Works Presents FY 2026 Street and Capital Improvement Plans

AJ Public Works Presents FY 2026 Street and Capital Improvement Plans

Jul 18, 2025
Find out how AJ Public Works is planning for FY 2026 with detailed insights into street maintenance and capital improvement projects.
City Nears Completion of $5.8M Trekell Road Improvements

City Nears Completion of $5.8M Trekell Road Improvements

Jul 18, 2025
Casa Grande's $5.8 million Trekell Road improvements are almost complete. Learn about enhanced safety and traffic flow.
Arizona Water Company Launches Customer Alert System in Casa Grande

Arizona Water Company Launches Customer Alert System in Casa Grande

Jul 16, 2025
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 overnight lane restrictions July 15-16

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

Jul 15, 2025
Drivers traveling on I-10 through the Wild Horse Pass Corridor should plan for lane restrictions overnight July 15-16.
Public Hearing for CG LINK Transit Service (07/23)

Public Hearing for CG LINK Transit Service (07/23)

Jul 15, 2025
Attend the Public Hearing for CG LINK Transit Service on July 23 to discuss potential service area expansions and changes.
Commission Approves Bella Natural Gas and Battery Storage Facility Near Casa Grande

Commission Approves Bella Natural Gas and Battery Storage Facility Near Casa Grande

Jul 12, 2025
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

Traffic fatalities in Arizona dip for second year in a row

Jul 9, 2025
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

Public invited to provide comments on Arizona’s Critical Urban and Rural Freight Corridor Networks

Jul 9, 2025
Public invited to provide comments on Arizona’s Critical Urban and Rural Freight Corridor Networks. Review the draft until July 23, 2025.
Number of Arizona Travel IDs now exceeds 3 million

Number of Arizona Travel IDs now exceeds 3 million

Jul 7, 2025
Arizona Travel IDs surpass 3 million! Ensure you have yours to meet travel ID requirements for faster airport processing.
Apache Junction Water District Budget Approved with Slight Rate Increase

Apache Junction Water District Budget Approved with Slight Rate Increase

Jul 1, 2025
The Apache Junction Water District budget is approved with a slight rate increase. Find out about the changes and improvements planned.
Historic Arizona State Budget to Fully Fund SR347 Commuting Corridor in Maricopa

Historic Arizona State Budget to Fully Fund SR347 Commuting Corridor in Maricopa

Jun 28, 2025
Learn how the historic Arizona State budget transforms the SR347 commuting corridor with full funding for vital improvements.
AJ Street Lighting Improvement Project on Pace for Early Completion

AJ Street Lighting Improvement Project on Pace for Early Completion

Jun 26, 2025
The Street Lighting Improvement Project on Pace for Early Completion marks a significant investment in nighttime road safety in Apache Junction.
Phoenix-Tucson passenger rail study moving to second step

Phoenix-Tucson passenger rail study moving to second step

Jun 24, 2025
The Phoenix-Tucson passenger rail study moves forward as ADOT receives federal approval for the next phase of development.
Casa Grande LINK Transit Expands Service Area

Casa Grande LINK Transit Expands Service Area

Jun 24, 2025
Casa Grande LINK Transit expands service area starting June 23. Discover new routes and transportation options today.
Transportation Board OKs update to five-year construction program

Transportation Board OKs update to five-year construction program

Jun 23, 2025
The Transportation Board OKs an update to the five-year construction program, highlighting $11.5 billion for pavement and bridge improvements.
Victory for Maricopa as 347 funding is approved

Victory for Maricopa as 347 funding is approved

Jun 22, 2025
Victory for Maricopa! The funding approval for State Route 347 marks a significant achievement for local advocates and the community.
Work-From-Home Revolution Prompts Pinal County to Explore Faster Fiber Installation

Work-From-Home Revolution Prompts Pinal County to Explore Faster Fiber Installation

Jun 17, 2025
Pinal County is rethinking fiber installation to meet rising broadband demand. Explore the proposal for new micro-trenching standards.
Florence Approves 400MW Battery Project to Serve 200,000 Homes

Florence Approves 400MW Battery Project to Serve 200,000 Homes

Jun 12, 2025
The Florence Planning Commission approved the 400MW Lighthorse Battery Energy Storage Project on June 5, 2025, along with land use changes in the Dobson Farms PUD—reclassifying the site from residential to industrial. The decision follows public concerns over fire safety, zoning impacts, and nearby residential growth.
Casa Grande Considers Water Shutoff Agreement to Collect Unpaid Sewer Bills

Casa Grande Considers Water Shutoff Agreement to Collect Unpaid Sewer Bills

May 24, 2025
City of Casa Grande considers new measures, including water shutoffs, to recover unpaid sewer bills and improve finances.
Solar Inverter Fire Prompts Emergency Response at Major Eloy Solar Facility

Solar Inverter Fire Prompts Emergency Response at Major Eloy Solar Facility

May 23, 2025
Learn about the solar inverter fire that sparked an emergency response at a major solar facility in Eloy.
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