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Study

$370K transportation study begun for Apache Junction, Mesa, Queen Creek, Florence

A Maricopa Association of Governments study on transportation plans for an area south of Apache Junction and Mesa includes portions of Queen Creek and Florence. The study area is a large, mostly …
Funding

$500K fire-prevention grant sought for Apache Junction area

Pinal County is seeking a $500,000 fire-prevention grant to help pay for clearing of right of way in the city of Apache Junction, adjacent county areas and in Gold Canyon. The Pinal County Board …
Neighbors

Former Apache Junction principal releases thriller novel

Gary Nine — who worked 20 years at Apache Junction Unified School District, 13 as principal of Apache Junction Junior High School and seven as assistant superintendent — has written a …
Neighbors

Students sought to enter ‘Bikes to Books’ contest in Mesa

The city of Mesa’s Bicycle and Pedestrian Program and Mesa Public Library announce the first Bike to Books contest. Mesa invites students and homeschoolers in prekindergarten to 12th grade …
Neighbors

Apache Junction teen has top kids’ category donut in Bashas’ contest

Apache Junction resident Payton Robertson, 15, submitted the winning donut in the kids’ category in Bashas’ eighth-annual contest. It is filled with lemon coconut meringue, and topped with …
East Valley

ADOT closure June 2-5 of eastbound Loop 202

The Arizona Department of Transportation advises drivers that pavement improvements on Loop 202 Red Mountain Freeway between Priest Drive and Loop 101 Price Freeway will require several weekend …
First responders

5 thefts reported in Apache Junction May 8-12

The Apache Junction Police Department took the following reports of thefts May 8-12: Theft, reported at 7:10 a.m. May 8 in the 1000 block of South San Marcos Drive. Theft, reported at …
Road Work

Hunt Highway road work gets underway

The first phase of a Pinal County road project on Hunt Highway started today. Work is expected to continue through mid-August and will include alternating lane closures and flagger operations. …
Growth

Room to boom: Pinal County housing grew at fastest rate in state

WASHINGTON — It’s unclear which came first in Pinal County, the houses or the people filling them. What is clear is both continue growing at some of the fastest rates in the state and, in …

Radiant and resilient: Nourish your skin this summer with top dermatologist tips

(BPT) - As the sun’s warm embrace calls people outdoors, the beauty of summer weather is undeniable. While there are near endless possibilities for outdoor activities, this season can also have …

How technology could help restaurants streamline amid continuing staffing crisis

Next Insurance dug into the continuing food service staffing shortage and explored the ways restaurants are using technology to fill in the gaps.

Beverly Jean Peterson

Beverly Peterson, age 76, of Hayward, WI passed away on Monday, June 5, 2023 at her home. Beverly Peterson was born July 10, 1946 in Beloit, Wisconsin, daughter of Carl and Hazel (Beck) Brehm. She …
Things to do

Free writing workshop Saturday in Mesa

Aspiring writers can get help from a published author to improve their skills at Mesa Public Library. Local author Mark Athitakis is using Mesa Public Library as his public workspace as part of …

June Grace Roberts

We are sad to announce the passing of our Dear Mother, June Grace Roberts, 86, of Apache Junction, Az. On January 16, 2023. June was born on June 15, 1936 to Joseph and Mary Hickey in The Bronx, …

David James Melena

David passed away very peacefully on May 14, 2023 at his home in Sun City AZ in the arms of his wife, at the young age of 92. He had lung cancer for over 3 years. David was born on March 7, 1931 near …
Things to do

Fourth of July activities, fireworks planned in Apache Junction

The city of Apache Junction’s annual Fourth of July celebration will be Tuesday, July 4, at Superstition Shadows Park, 1091 W. Southern Ave. The day begins with the annual Fourth of July …
Things to do

Salt River Tubing open seven days a week in Mesa

Salt River Tubing is open on the Lower Salt River seven days a week, weather and water-flow conditions permitting. It is seven minutes from Loop 202 East on North Power Road in Mesa. Salt River …
Opinion

Smith: Spruce up your backyard with these 5 landscaping tips

Backyards in Arizona are as diverse as the landscape across the state. When designing your backyard oasis, you have many things you want to consider with the biggest being your budget. If you are …

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OPINION
Join Local First Arizona and hundreds of changemakers for the 16th annual Arizona Rural Policy Forum, held this year at Bullion Plaza in Miami. The conference attracts nearly 300 …
The Arizona Museum of Natural History and the i.d.e.a. Museum have joined the efforts of hundreds of museums across the country in the Blue Star Museum program. The program offers free admission …
The Maricopa Association of Governments is doing a study on longterm transportation plans for the area south of Apache Junction and Mesa. MAG will be holding a virtual community meeting at 6 …
ENTERTAINMENT & THINGS TO DO
EAST VALLEY ENTERTAINMENT
Children can take part in the Pinal County Historical Museum's scavenger hunt over the summer and learn about Florence and Pinal County in the process.

Kids' summer activities at Pinal County Historical Museum

For June and July, the Pinal County Historical Museum goes to summer hours but will still have plenty of activities for kids and parents to enjoy. The museum and gift shop will be open from 11 …
A bicycle, wagon and tricycle float contest (judging at 6:30 p.m. July 4 at Superstition Shadows Park, 1091 W. Southern Ave., is planned.

Fourth of July activities, fireworks planned in Apache Junction

The city of Apache Junction’s annual Fourth of July celebration will be Tuesday, July 4, at Superstition Shadows Park, 1091 W. Southern Ave. The day begins with the annual Fourth of July …
Kino Aquatic Center, Broadway Recreation Center and Mesa Community College will be hosting the events.

Mesa hosts Desert Challenge Games May 24-28

Nearly 200 athletes with disabilities from 11 countries will compete in the 2023 Desert Challenge Games in partnership with The Hartford in Mesa May 24-28. Now in its 32nd year, the Desert …
All pools will be open daily through July 22. Mesa, Stapley, and Brimhall will be open daily until July 29. Skyline and Rhodes will stay open each day until July 30 and on weekends through Labor Day, Sept. 4. Skyline and Rhodes will be open on Labor Day from 1 p.m. to 5 p.m.

City of Mesa pools open for summer

All city of Mesa pools will open for the summer beginning Saturday, May 27. The pools open for public swimming at 1 p.m. most days. Skyline and Rhodes will be open on Sundays. For specific pool …
Jazz pianist Joey Alexander

Jazz pianist Joey Alexander at Mesa Arts Center May 20

Jazz pianist Joey Alexander performs at 7:30 p.m. May 20 at Mesa Arts Center’s Piper Repertory Theater, 1 E. Main St. Tickets are $50-$60. Go to …
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