San Tan Valley council unanimously adopted a $14,725,000 interim budget on April 1, 2026, giving the new town authority to spend its own revenue for the first time through June 30.

Florence officials discussed annexation strategy March 30, giving staff direction to identify growth opportunities near San Tan Valley and Coolidge. Here is what residents need to know.

San Tan Valley Town Council reviewed the framework for a new Policies and Procedures Manual on March 18, 2026. The document will govern how the council runs meetings and engages residents.

Pinal County approved Policy 2.61 governing AI workplace use. The rules cover data privacy, approved tools like Google Gemini, and employee oversight.

A Casa Grande resident questioned over a million spent on pickleball courts while elderly women sleep in cars. A local church rebuilds after arson, approximately $8 million short.

Pinal County is seeking public input on its subdivision ordinance. A fact-finding meeting is scheduled for April 9 in Florence.

San Tan Valley approved Pinal County Engineer Chris Wanamaker as…

Florence Council approves a sales tax increase from 2% to 3.5%, effective July 1, 2026, to fund road improvements — though a $43.5 million gap in the town's transportation plan remains.

The Town of Florence has taken positions on dozens of 2026 state bills affecting local funding and control. See which measures Florence supports and opposes.

United Way of Pinal County offers free education, job training, and tax filing to residents. CEO Allen Villalobos outlined the programs to the Board of Supervisors.

San Tan Valley Town Council discussed TPT rates in February and approved two administrative agreements on March 4. Here's what was decided and what comes next.

San Tan Valley council adopted a $14.7M interim budget March 4. A public hearing April 1 sets the stage for final adoption and immediate spending authority.

Eloy has released its Draft General Plan Update and is asking residents to share feedback. The 60-day public comment period is now open.

San Tan Valley Council approved a Queen Creek financial assistance increase to $450,000 per month. Officials addressed community speculation about interest profits at the March 4 meeting.

The Florence Town Council voted March 3 to post notices of intent for utility rate and property tax increases. Public hearings are set for May and June 2026.

Queen Creek moves to release two Pinal County areas from its municipal planning area boundary. The Ocotillo-Meridian annexation advances separately

San Tan Valley Town Council reviewed a $14.7M interim budget at a Feb. 19 work session. Adoption is targeted for April 1.

Florence Town Council to vote on posting notices of intent for property tax and utility rate increases. Public hearings set for May and June 2026.

Pinal County commissioners approved a 125-foot Verizon cell tower but questioned the county's 90-foot code limit. The tower heads to the Board of Supervisors.

Pinal County Planning Commission chairman Morris Mennenga resigns after 10 years. Robert Klob elected as new chair.

San Tan Valley council approves Michael Baker International to draft the town's first zoning ordinance. Community workshops expected to begin in March.

Sheriff Teeple's San Tan Valley crime overview reveals 93 group homes drive 62% of county juvenile cases. Policing costs remain under study.

The City of Maricopa has launched a new online dashboard allowing residents to track revenue and spending from the ½-cent transportation sales tax funding road improvements.

Florence 2026 State of the Town covered road projects, Florence Copper's expansion, financial reserves, and growth planning. Here is what residents need to know.

The Maricopa County Recorder’s Office confirmed that 60 non-citizens voted…

Arizona's 2026 primary election moves from August 4 to July 21 after Governor Hobbs signs legislation ensuring compliance with federal ballot deadlines for military and overseas voters.

CGUHSD board approved a $7.5 million lease purchase for facility upgrades. Funds could arrive by late March 2026.

Coolidge voters will decide on the APS franchise agreement on July 21, 2026. The 25-year deal keeps the 2% franchise fee and governs utility right-of-way use.

Hunt Highway breaks apart between Queen Creek and Gilbert, leaving…

Florence granted Bicentel LLC a license to build fiber infrastructure…