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Neighbors

Apache Junction Inner Circle hosts fundraiser in support of local wrestling programs

On the evening of May 9, the Apache Junction Inner Circle held a heartfelt and impactful fundraising event at the Moose Lodge in Apache Junction. The event was dedicated to rallying support and …
Sewer Board

Apache Junction sewer board to discuss power-generating ideas May 20

With one power-generating idea dashed, the Apache Junction Sewer District is slated to discuss in May two others that would provide some electricity or keep the district entirely off the grid. …
Library

Apache Junction Public Library closure postponed

The anticipated closure of the Apache Junction Public Library, initially scheduled for Friday, May 16, and Saturday, May 17, has been postponed due to equipment shipping delays. The library, …
APACHE LAKE

Drivers should plan for SR88 closures through May 15

Road work will be taking place from April 29 to May 15 along eastbound and westbound State Route 88 between the entrance to Apache Lake and just west of the Theodore Roosevelt Dam overlook, and …
Library

Open house Tuesday on planned Apache Junction library reading garden

Community members are invited to an in-person open house to share their input on the design for the Apache Junction Public Library’s new reading garden. The open house will be held 5-7 …
Neighbors

Gold Canyon PEO chapter ES presents scholarship to Apache Junction senior

Gold Canyon Chapter ES, P.E.O. a philanthropic educational organization, recently presented Apache Junction High School Senior Brianna Quintanar with the chapter’s Patricia Mortensen …
Permit

Permit sought by new owner of Apache Junction marijuana cultivation, infusion kitchen

A conditional use permit is being sought to continue the use of an existing marijuana cultivation and infusion kitchen facility under new ownership on the southwest corner of South Tomahawk Road and …
Landfill

Free dump week ends Saturday at Apache Junction landfill

Residents of Apache Junction can throw out a load of trash at the landfill during “Free Dump Week” May 5-10. During that week, the Apache Junction Landfill, 4050 S. Tomahawk Road, …
Business

Brookdale Apache Junction recognized as best for independent living, assisted living

Brookdale Apache Junction has been recognized by U.S. News & World Report as Best Independent Living and Best Assisted Living among senior living communities across the nation, which includes …
Budget

$155M budget proposed for city of Apache Junction

A public hearing and adoption of the tentative $155 million budget for fiscal year 2025-26 for the city of Apache Junction is slated for a Monday, May 19, meeting, with a public hearing and adoption …
Community

Catch the Arizona Rattlers in action — and support local journalism

Here’s your chance to catch an Arizona Rattlers game against a heated rival — and support local community journalism. The Daily Independent at YourValley.net is partnering with the …
Business

Apache Junction council approves telecommunications license

A telecommunications license agreement has been approved between Flying Bull Internet LLC — doing business as Novos Fiber — and the city of Apache Junction. The Apache Junction City …
Government

Apache Junction to contribute $5K annually to state GIS network

The Apache Junction City Council on May 20 will vote on paying $5,000 annually to support an Arizona Department of Water Resources geographic information system. The meeting begins at 7 p.m. in …
First responders

1 theft, other incidents reported in Gold Canyon

The Pinal County Sheriff’s Office took the following reports of a theft and other incidents in Gold Canyon April 17-23: Disorderly conduct — suspicious activity, reported at …
OPINION
The city chip sealed all of Starr and Cortez except for a quarter-mile right in the middle of each street. Was told lack of funds to do whole street. Today they freshly striped all of the new …
I recently read Susie Bell’s letter in the Independent about the Salt River wild horses, and felt it was important to offer an alternative perspective. When ARS 3-1491 passed in 2016, it …
The number of families who have turned to St. Mary’s Food Bank for help has steadily risen along with inflation numbers that have gone from an imposition to an over-the-edge emergency in the …
EAST VALLEY THINGS TO DO
The Cars tribute band Broken Lullaby will bring you cool live music July 18 to break the summer heat. Broken Lullaby plays popular 1980s rock ’n’ roll music by The Cars.

The Cars tribute band Broken Lullaby headlines benefit concert

Make a road trip to The Cars tribute band fundraiser concert in July and help raise money for an important Apache Junction Unified School District improvement project — upgrading the Cactus …
Bring sunscreen, comfortable shoes, plenty of water, cooler/ice chest, drinks, food and snacks. Glassware is prohibited by law.

Salt River Tubing open seven days a week

Salt River Tubing is open on the Lower Salt River seven days a week from Saturday, April 26, through Monday, Sept. 1, weather and water-flow conditions permitting. It changes to Fridays-Sundays only …
Apache Junction Parks and Recreation Department is hosting its annual Mother’s Day tea in May. This photo is from before 2017.

Mother’s Day tea Saturday at Apache Junction MGC

Apache Junction Parks and Recreation Department is hosting its annual Mother’s Day tea in May. The event will be 8 a.m.-1 p.m. Saturday, May 10, at the Apache Junction Multigenerational …
During the event, community members are invited to bring old, worn-out flags and exchange them for a new 3-foot-by-5-foot American flag. One flag may be exchanged per person for the first 249 flags available, on a first-come, first-served basis.

Patriotic flag exchange event on Flag Day in Apache Junction

In celebration of Flag Day, the Apache Junction Veterans of Foreign Wars Post Nos. 7968 and 9399 auxiliaries, in conjunction with the city of Apache Junction, will host an American flag exchange on …
The Apache Junction Lions Club had a float in the 2016 Lost Dutchman Days Parade.

Apache Junction Lions Club organizational meeting May 14

The organizational meeting of the Apache Junction Lions Club will be held at 6 p.m. Wednesday, May 14. It will be at VFW Post No. 9399, 133 N Saguaro Road. All interested are welcome. …
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