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Balancing Urban and Rural: Pinal Deputy County Manager Discusses Land Management Challenges

Balancing Urban and Rural: Pinal Deputy County Manager Discusses Land Management Challenges

May 5, 2025
Explore the challenges of balancing urban and rural land use in Pinal County with insights from Shane Doughty and Himanshu Patel.
Incorporation Election Approved by Board of Supervisors Unanimously

Incorporation Election Approved by Board of Supervisors Unanimously

May 3, 2025
Historic news: The Incorporation Election Approved by Board of Supervisors Unanimously allows San Tan Valley to vote on their future.
Revenue Streams Run Dry: Pinal County’s Tribal Trust Conversion Challenge

Revenue Streams Run Dry: Pinal County’s Tribal Trust Conversion Challenge

May 2, 2025
Understand how the conversion of properties to trust status affects Pinal County's revenue streams and taxation.
Pinal County Reboots Zoning Code Update Process

Pinal County Reboots Zoning Code Update Process

May 1, 2025

During a recent Pinal Unlocked podcast episode, host Shane Doughty…

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Special Election: Pinal County to Send 90-Day Voter Notices

Apr 30, 2025
Pinal County will send 90-day voter notices for the special election. Verify your information to ensure your vote counts.
New Podcast “Pinal Unlocked” Brings County Government to the People—With Help from a Rescue Chiweenie

New Podcast “Pinal Unlocked” Brings County Government to the People—With Help from a Rescue Chiweenie

Apr 29, 2025
Join Shane Doughty and Eirini Pajak on 'Pinal Unlocked,' where county government is made relatable—with a rescue Chiweenie sidekick.
Casa Grande Recreation Proposal Could Head to November 2025 Ballot

Casa Grande Recreation Proposal Could Head to November 2025 Ballot

Apr 25, 2025
Casa Grande plans a $67 million recreation proposal for November 2025 ballot, including new sports fields and an aquatic complex.
Town of Florence Considers Expanding Notification Radius for Development Projects

Town of Florence Considers Expanding Notification Radius for Development Projects

Apr 24, 2025
The Town of Florence considers expanding the notification radius for development projects. Stay informed about new developments.
Apache Junction Recognized for Expanding Its Urban Tree Canopy

Apache Junction Recognized for Expanding Its Urban Tree Canopy

Apr 24, 2025
Apache Junction recognized for expanding its urban tree canopy and named 2025 Tree City USA by the Arbor Day Foundation.
San Tan Valley Inc. Submit Petition Signatures for Incorporation Effort

San Tan Valley Inc. Submit Petition Signatures for Incorporation Effort

Apr 22, 2025
San Tan Valley Inc. submits 10,500 petition signatures for incorporation effort. Will residents get to vote on August 5, 2025?
Legislation from Majority Leader Shamp to Crack Down on Pedophiles Signed into Law

Legislation from Majority Leader Shamp to Crack Down on Pedophiles Signed into Law

Apr 22, 2025
Learn about Senate Majority Leader Shamp's law targeting child predators. Understand the implications of SB 1585.
Pinal County Proposes New Parking Ordinance: Deadline Looms for HOAs

Pinal County Proposes New Parking Ordinance: Deadline Looms for HOAs

Apr 18, 2025
Discover the details of Pinal County's new parking ordinance proposal and the looming deadline for homeowners associations.
Health and Human Services Commission Presents Funding Recommendations to Apache Junction City Council

Health and Human Services Commission Presents Funding Recommendations to Apache Junction City Council

Apr 17, 2025
The Health and Human Services Commission has presented funding recommendations to the Apache Junction City Council for 2025-2026.
State Law Prompts Casa Grande to Reassess Public Hearing Requirements

State Law Prompts Casa Grande to Reassess Public Hearing Requirements

Apr 12, 2025
State law changes lead Casa Grande to reassess public hearing requirements in light of Arizona House Bill 2447.
County Attorney’s Office Acknowledges Potential Conflict, Board Votes 4-1 for Outside counsel

County Attorney’s Office Acknowledges Potential Conflict, Board Votes 4-1 for Outside counsel

Apr 7, 2025
County Attorney’s Office notes possible conflict as Board of Supervisors votes 4-1 for outside legal assistance.
Federal deadline for air travel identification begins next month

Federal deadline for air travel identification begins next month

Apr 7, 2025
Avoid travel hassles. The federal deadline for air travel identification begins next month. Check your ID compliance now.
Pinal County Celebrates Dark Skies: Crucial for Celestial Tourism and Arizona’s Astronomy Industry

Pinal County Celebrates Dark Skies: Crucial for Celestial Tourism and Arizona’s Astronomy Industry

Apr 3, 2025
Learn how Pinal County's proclamation for International Dark Sky Week supports celestial tourism and Arizona's astronomy industry.
Voters Chose Brad Miller, Supervisors Consider Another Path as Pre-Inauguration Plans Reach April Agenda

Voters Chose Brad Miller, Supervisors Consider Another Path as Pre-Inauguration Plans Reach April Agenda

Apr 1, 2025
Explore the controversy as voters chose Miller, but supervisors consider another path for legal counsel in Pinal County.
Pinal County Prepares for Special Election Following Progressive Democrat Congressman Grijalva’s Death

Pinal County Prepares for Special Election Following Progressive Democrat Congressman Grijalva’s Death

Mar 24, 2025
The death of Congressman Grijalva prompts Pinal County to organize a special election. Find out what to expect in the upcoming votes.
Supervisor Miller: Pinal Water Interests Being Ignored

Supervisor Miller: Pinal Water Interests Being Ignored

Mar 22, 2025
Supervisor Miller expresses concern over water issues being ignored and calls for accountability from legislators.
Pinal County Attorney Brad Miller Takes a Tough-on-Crime Stance on Crimes Against Children

Pinal County Attorney Brad Miller Takes a Tough-on-Crime Stance on Crimes Against Children

Mar 21, 2025
Pinal County Attorney Brad Miller pushes for strict penalties on child luring. Find out about his tough stance today.
Facing Growing Hunger Need, Apache Junction Food Bank Seeks Additional Support

Facing Growing Hunger Need, Apache Junction Food Bank Seeks Additional Support

Mar 18, 2025
The Apache Junction Food Bank requests an increase in funding as it seeks additional support from the Health and Human Services Commission.
Apache Junction Launches New Interactive Capital Improvement Projects Map

Apache Junction Launches New Interactive Capital Improvement Projects Map

Mar 18, 2025
Apache Junction launches a new interactive map for capital improvement projects. Stay informed about city enhancements and upgrades.
Supporting Elderly and Disabled Homeowners: AJCDC Presents Funding Appeal

Supporting Elderly and Disabled Homeowners: AJCDC Presents Funding Appeal

Mar 17, 2025
Learn about AJCDC's request to the Apache Junction Commission for funding, supporting critical services for local residents and families.
Pinal County Board of Supervisors Address Fire Risk Amid California Wildfire Concerns

Pinal County Board of Supervisors Address Fire Risk Amid California Wildfire Concerns

Mar 15, 2025
Find out how Pinal County is addressing fire concerns after California blazes. Learn about community preparedness and management.
zoning philosophy in pinal county

The zoning philosophy debate in Pinal County

Mar 13, 2025
Explore The zoning philosophy debate in Pinal County as it navigates individual property rights and community interests.
Mitigating the Fire Insurance Crisis

Mitigating the Fire Insurance Crisis

Mar 12, 2025
Arizona's fire insurance crisis prompts the Senate Federalism Committee to seek solutions. Learn about the proposed federal aid.
Don’t Miss Your Flight: Arizona Travel ID Deadline Approaches

Don’t Miss Your Flight: Arizona Travel ID Deadline Approaches

Mar 12, 2025
Don’t miss your flight. The Arizona Travel ID deadline is approaching fast. Get your compliant ID before May 7.
“It Won’t Hurt, It Will Crush Us”: Pinal County Cities Face Revenue Crisis as Legislature Targets Food Tax

“It Won’t Hurt, It Will Crush Us”: Pinal County Cities Face Revenue Crisis as Legislature Targets Food Tax

Mar 6, 2025
Pinal County cities face a revenue crisis as legislators target the food tax, impacting essential municipal funding sources.
Homeless Camping Ordinance Options Explored by Casa Grande City Council

Homeless Camping Ordinance Options Explored by Casa Grande City Council

Feb 19, 2025
Casa Grande City Council explores solutions for homeless camping ordinances, balancing compassion with public space access.