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Camera Initiative Curbs Illegal Dumping, Parking, and Squatting; Program Set to Expand

Camera Initiative Curbs Illegal Dumping, Parking, and Squatting; Program Set to Expand

Dec 22, 2024
Explore how a surveillance camera initiative in San Tan Valley is combatting illegal activities such as dumping, parking, and squatting. Gain insights into its effectiveness and future expansion.
Casa Grande Council Unanimously Approves Housing Rehabilitation Program

Casa Grande Council Unanimously Approves Housing Rehabilitation Program

Dec 21, 2024
Discover how the Casa Grande City Council is partnering with state funding sources to support homeowners in repairing and upgrading their properties.
Chlorum Solutions USA Begins Development of First U.S. Plant in Casa Grande

Chlorum Solutions USA Begins Development of First U.S. Plant in Casa Grande

Dec 19, 2024

News Source: City of Casa Grande Chlorum Solutions USA LLC…

ADOT to use federal grant to study low-carbon paving materials

ADOT to use federal grant to study low-carbon paving materials

Dec 19, 2024

News Source: Arizona Department of Transportation $27 million grant allows…

Casa Grande Planning Staff Backs 3,300-Acre Underground Copper Mine Project

Casa Grande Planning Staff Backs 3,300-Acre Underground Copper Mine Project

Dec 18, 2024
Find out how the Casa Grande underground copper mine project could affect the local community. Learn about the concerns regarding water supplies, roads, and the environment.
Maricopa Considers Industrial Zone to Boost industry and Keep Workers Closer to Home

Maricopa Considers Industrial Zone to Boost industry and Keep Workers Closer to Home

Dec 16, 2024
Maricopa considers new industrial zone to boost local industry and provide employment opportunities closer to home.
Water Credits Flow to Phoenix and Tucson While Pinal Focuses on Infrastructure

Water Credits Flow to Phoenix and Tucson While Pinal Focuses on Infrastructure

Dec 13, 2024
Insights into Arizona's plan for managing the Colorado River water shortage, including impacts on Pinal County.
Rural Residents Voice Concerns as Florence Eyes Industrial Growth

Rural Residents Voice Concerns as Florence Eyes Industrial Growth

Dec 11, 2024
Discover how the proposed Bowling Industrial 110 project is causing concerns among rural residents in Florence. Learn about the rezoning of agricultural land for light industrial use.
Supervisors Back Residential Development South of Maricopa, Rural Residents Worry About Changing Lifestyle

Supervisors Back Residential Development South of Maricopa, Rural Residents Worry About Changing Lifestyle

Dec 9, 2024
Approval of housing development in Pinal County raises worries among rural residents about the changes to their lifestyle. Get the details.
Two Arizona Poultry Workers Contract H5 Bird Flu, Fully Recover

Two Arizona Poultry Workers Contract H5 Bird Flu, Fully Recover

Dec 8, 2024
First human H5 avian influenza cases detected in Arizona. Learn about the novel avian influenza H5 strain infecting poultry and humans in Pinal County.
Urban Growth Over Irrigation: The Push for Agricultural Land Conversion in Arizona

Urban Growth Over Irrigation: The Push for Agricultural Land Conversion in Arizona

Dec 6, 2024
Uncover Arizona's proposed water management strategy, the 'Ag-to-Urban' program, aimed at addressing groundwater conservation and sustainable growth.
Casa Grande Council Opens Select Neighborhoods to Manufactured Homes

Casa Grande Council Opens Select Neighborhoods to Manufactured Homes

Dec 2, 2024
Find out how Casa Grande is opening up select neighborhoods to manufactured homes. Learn about the new design requirements and approval processes.
Casa Grande Adopts Casita Rules Ahead of State Mandate

Casa Grande Adopts Casita Rules Ahead of State Mandate

Nov 30, 2024
Casa Grande adopts new ADU rules ahead of state mandate. Learn about the city's proactive approach to aligning with House Bill 2720 requirements.
Massive Solar Farm to Replace Planned Housing Development South of Arizona City

Massive Solar Farm to Replace Planned Housing Development South of Arizona City

Nov 29, 2024
Get the latest on the Sonak Solar Farm south of Arizona City. Learn about the approved project that will generate 323 megawatts of solar power.
Supervisors Greenlight Plan to Strengthen Off-Road Law Enforcement

Supervisors Greenlight Plan to Strengthen Off-Road Law Enforcement

Nov 27, 2024
Pinal County Sheriff's Office enhances off-highway vehicle (OHV) patrol capabilities with $100k grant. Learn more about the benefits of remote area law enforcement.
State Proposes Water Controls as Willcox Basin Crisis Deepens, Local Farmers Push Back

State Proposes Water Controls as Willcox Basin Crisis Deepens, Local Farmers Push Back

Nov 26, 2024
Explore the contentious debate over designating the Willcox Groundwater Basin as an Active Management Area (AMA). Learn about the factors contributing to the declining water levels and the proposed solutions.
89-Foot Cell Tower to Be Built Near Homes North West of Florence

89-Foot Cell Tower to Be Built Near Homes North West of Florence

Nov 25, 2024

A new 89-foot cell tower, disguised as an elm tree,…

Water Supply Standards at Issue in Casa Grande Development Amendment

Water Supply Standards at Issue in Casa Grande Development Amendment

Nov 23, 2024
Uncover the complexities of water supply regulations in Arizona and how they intersect with a development amendment in Casa Grande.
Coolidge Ensures Public Voice in Data Center Development

Coolidge Ensures Public Voice in Data Center Development

Nov 21, 2024
Find out about the updated data center regulation in Coolidge, Arizona. Learn how data center proposals in agricultural zones now require public hearings and undergo additional review.
Child Care Shortage Forces Pinal Families to Seek Options Outside County

Child Care Shortage Forces Pinal Families to Seek Options Outside County

Nov 20, 2024
The shortage of child care options in Pinal County, Arizona is causing families to seek care elsewhere. Explore the challenges faced by parents and the potential consequences for economic growth.
Another Solar Project Proposal “Frontier East” Approved Near Maricopa

Another Solar Project Proposal “Frontier East” Approved Near Maricopa

Nov 18, 2024
The Pinal County Board of Supervisors has approved the 159-acre Frontier East Solar project near Maricopa, featuring a 50 MW solar farm and 300 MW battery storage system. Supporters highlight clean energy, tax revenue, and low water use, while the City of Maricopa raises concerns over housing and economic growth priorities.
Tap Solar Farm Proposal Approved Near The City of Maricopa

Tap Solar Farm Proposal Approved Near The City of Maricopa

Nov 16, 2024
Discover the Tap Solar Farm project near Maricopa, Arizona. Learn about the proposed 1,089-acre solar power installation and its benefits for water conservation.
Data Center Project to Transform Land near Florence

Data Center Project to Transform Land near Florence

Nov 15, 2024
Find out about the Sunhill Data Center Project to Transform Land near Florence approved by the Pinal County Board of Supervisors.
Apache Junction’s Downtown Transformation: Major Land Acquisition Opens Investment Opportunities

Apache Junction’s Downtown Transformation: Major Land Acquisition Opens Investment Opportunities

Nov 14, 2024
Learn about Apache Junction's downtown revitalization plans. Find out how the city is supporting commercial development and creating growth opportunities.
Cactus Flower Solar Project Takes Step Forward South of Eloy

Cactus Flower Solar Project Takes Step Forward South of Eloy

Nov 13, 2024
Find out about Eloy's Cactus Flower Solar Project: a 270 MW solar generation facility with battery storage and a projected lifetime revenue of over $55 million.
Florence Bridge Dedicated to Honor Memory of Boy Scout Lost in 1972 Tragedy

Florence Bridge Dedicated to Honor Memory of Boy Scout Lost in 1972 Tragedy

Nov 10, 2024
Discover the touching story of the Rusty Greer Memorial Bridge, a heartfelt tribute to a young boy scout's life lost in a tragic bicycle accident in Florence, Arizona.
New Washers Shield Casa Grande Firefighters from Cancer Threat

New Washers Shield Casa Grande Firefighters from Cancer Threat

Nov 8, 2024
Casa Grande Fire Department takes proactive steps to protect firefighters from cancer with specialized washing machines.
Gas-Fired Power Plant Gets Green Light Near Casa Grande

Gas-Fired Power Plant Gets Green Light Near Casa Grande

Nov 4, 2024
Discover Project Bella: a $1.3 billion natural gas-powered plant near Casa Grande, Arizona. Learn about its innovative design and role in maintaining grid reliability.
Former Mine Site Rezoned for Proposed 145MW Solar Project in San Manuel

Former Mine Site Rezoned for Proposed 145MW Solar Project in San Manuel

Nov 3, 2024
Explore the exciting proposal for the San Manuel Solar Farm in Arizona, which aims to transform the region with a 145-megawatt photovoltaic solar power plant and battery storage.
The Power Behind Your Power

The Power Behind Your Power

Oct 31, 2024
Understanding the diverse structures of Arizona's electric utilities and their impact on consumers. Learn about rate hikes, outages, and consumer control.