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New Commercial Development Planned Between Copa Flats and Home at Maricopa Apartments

New Commercial Development Planned Between Copa Flats and Home at Maricopa Apartments

Jul 15, 2025
Stay updated on the Legacy at Porter project, a commercial development between Copa Flats and Home at Maricopa Apartments.
San Tan Valley High Density Mixed-Use Project Advances to Board of Supervisors After Planning Commission Fails to Recommend

San Tan Valley High Density Mixed-Use Project Advances to Board of Supervisors After Planning Commission Fails to Recommend

Jul 14, 2025
Controversial San Tan Valley high density mixed-use project advances to the Board of Supervisors after Planning Commission fails to support.
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.
San Tan Valley Gets 2,300-Unit Development as Planning Commission Gives OK

San Tan Valley Gets 2,300-Unit Development as Planning Commission Gives OK

Jul 11, 2025
San Tan Valley gets a significant 2,300-unit development with mixed-use planning approved by the Pinal County Planning Commission.
Supervisors Split on Abbott Family Kennels, Approve Val Vista Permit and Reject Jean Drive Site

Supervisors Split on Abbott Family Kennels, Approve Val Vista Permit and Reject Jean Drive Site

Jul 10, 2025
Pinal County supervisors approve Val Vista dog kennel 4-1 but reject Jean Drive location 2-3 for Abbott family German Shepherd breeding operations after contentious hearing.
Apache Junction Parks and Rec Receives Fields of Excellence Award

Apache Junction Parks and Rec Receives Fields of Excellence Award

Jul 9, 2025
Apache Junction Parks and Rec receives the Fields of Excellence Award for outstanding maintenance of Little League baseball fields.
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.
826-Lot Hartman Ranch Development Faces Delay Over Neighbor Concerns

826-Lot Hartman Ranch Development Faces Delay Over Neighbor Concerns

Jul 8, 2025
Neighbor concerns lead to a delay in the 826-Lot Hartman Ranch Development. Learn about the latest updates on this project.
Zombie Development Fears Surface Before Sanctuary Project Approval

Zombie Development Fears Surface Before Sanctuary Project Approval

Jul 7, 2025
Explore the community's concerns as Zombie Development fears surface before the Sanctuary Project receives approval.
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.
Casa Grande Approves Extended-Stay Hotel Despite Community Opposition

Casa Grande Approves Extended-Stay Hotel Despite Community Opposition

Jul 5, 2025
Casa Grande approves an extended-stay hotel against community opposition. Discover details of the new Everhome Suites development.
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.
Apache Junction Reviews Parking Policy After Controversial Downtown Apartment Approval

Apache Junction Reviews Parking Policy After Controversial Downtown Apartment Approval

Jun 30, 2025
Apache Junction reviews parking policy following downtown apartment approval controversy. Discover the latest updates now.
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.
Commission Backs Agricultural-Themed Event Center Adjacent to Hitching Post Saloon in Apache Junction

Commission Backs Agricultural-Themed Event Center Adjacent to Hitching Post Saloon in Apache Junction

Jun 27, 2025
The Apache Junction Planning Commission endorses a new event center adjacent to Hitching Post Saloon. Learn more about it.
Apache Junction Planning Commission Approves 100-Job Manufacturing and Training Facility

Apache Junction Planning Commission Approves 100-Job Manufacturing and Training Facility

Jun 26, 2025
Apache Junction Planning Commission approves a new 100-job manufacturing facility set to enhance local employment and training.
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.
Westland Village Wins Final Approval from Florence Town Council Following Planning Commission Success

Westland Village Wins Final Approval from Florence Town Council Following Planning Commission Success

Jun 25, 2025
Westland Village wins final approval from Florence Town Council, moving forward after a successful Planning Commission recommendation.
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.
City Council Greenlights 184-Acre Maricopa Towne Center Project

City Council Greenlights 184-Acre Maricopa Towne Center Project

Jun 19, 2025
The City Council greenlights the 184-acre Maricopa Towne Center project, transforming the local landscape with mixed-use development.
Apache Junction Approves Downtown Housing to Support Local Businesses

Apache Junction Approves Downtown Housing to Support Local Businesses

Jun 18, 2025
Apache Junction approves downtown housing to support local businesses with a 7-0 vote on a 336-unit apartment complex.
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.
Maricopa Commission Tables Housing Development Citing Lessons from Old “Zombie” Projects

Maricopa Commission Tables Housing Development Citing Lessons from Old “Zombie” Projects

Jun 16, 2025
The Maricopa Commission voted to table housing development amid concerns about emergency access and lessons from past projects.
Florence Commission Moves Forward with Mesquite Trails Phases Three and Four

Florence Commission Moves Forward with Mesquite Trails Phases Three and Four

Jun 14, 2025
Florence Commission approves Mesquite Trails Phases Three and Four, marking progress for the planned residential community.
Meritage Sells Mesquite Trails Parcel to New Home Company for 116-Unit Project in Florence

Meritage Sells Mesquite Trails Parcel to New Home Company for 116-Unit Project in Florence

Jun 14, 2025
New Home Company is set to build a 116-unit project in Florence after Meritage sells the Mesquite Trails parcel. Learn more.
40-Acre Westland Village Development Advances Near Windmill Winery in Downtown Florence

40-Acre Westland Village Development Advances Near Windmill Winery in Downtown Florence

Jun 14, 2025
Westland Village development in Downtown Florence advances with rezoning approval for 40 acres near Windmill Winery. Discover the future plans.