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The Pinal County Board of Adjustment and Appeals on Sept. 24 voted unanimously to approve the variances for the undersized lot northwest of East Sagebrush Street and North Sixshooter Road.
Pinal County

Variances approved for undersized lot near Apache Junction

Variances have been approved to allow a reduction in the minimum required lot area for the construction of a detached accessory garage and a reduction to the minimum side yard setback from 10 feet to …
From left are Team Leader Jill Pelnar of Gold Canyon; Gold Canyon resident Mary Ellen Wood; the Rev. Mark A. Wood, pastor of Shepherd of the Canyon Lutheran Church in Gold Canyon; Mesa resident Deeanna Smith; and Gold Canyon resident Cherice Graham.
Neighbors

Gold Canyon church collecting Bibles, eyeglasses, hearing aids for reuse

Unused Bibles, eyeglasses and hearing aides are to be dusted off, fixed and reused while U.S. flags and expired drugs will be disposed of properly as part of a Gold Canyon church’s Stashed Not …
(MetroCreative Connection)
DATA DRIVEN

More Arizonans living alone as households get smaller

Arizona is adding people, but the state’s households are not necessarily getting bigger.
Pinal County Sheriff Ross Teeple prepares to testify at a U.S. Senate hearing on surveillance cameras on Sept. 23, 2026. Pinal County ended its contract with automated license plate reader company Flock in August.
Law enforcement

Pinal County sheriff accuses Flock of ‘dishonesty’ about its cameras

WASHINGTON – Pinal County Sheriff Ross Teeple accused surveillance technology company Flock Safety of “disinformation … and dishonesty” about its cameras in Senate testimony on Wednesday. …
Residents in San Tan Valley will vote on a permanent base adjustment on Nov. 3.
San Tan Valley

San Tan Valley residents to vote on permanent base adjustment in November

Residents of San Tan Valley will be voting on Proposition 411 in November, which will decide whether to raise the town’s annual budget ceiling to $850 million. The state’s constitution imposes an …
The Apache Junction Water District supplies well water (groundwater) pumped from the Eastern Salt River Sub-Basin Aquifer, which flows southwesterly under Apache Junction and its surrounding areas. The groundwater is treated for arsenic removal where necessary, disinfected with chlorine, pumped into storage tanks and blended with Colorado River (surface) water.
Water

2 trucks, equipment costing $150K approved for Apache Junction water district

The Apache Junction Water District Board voted unanimously recently to purchase two service trucks with lighting and equipment for a total of $150,000. The board, comprised of Apache Junction …
In addition to employers, job seekers will have access to community resources, including information on educational opportunities and social services.
Employment

Regional hiring event Tuesday to connect job seekers with over 100 employers

An Elevate East Valley workforce hiring event is 10 a.m.-1 p.m. Tuesday, Sept. 29, at the Mesa Convention Center, 263 N. Center St. The regional hiring event is a partnership with Maricopa …
The Apache Junction Water District supplies well water (groundwater) pumped from the Eastern Salt River Sub-Basin Aquifer, which flows southwesterly under Apache Junction and its surrounding areas. The groundwater is treated for arsenic removal where necessary, disinfected with chlorine, pumped into storage tanks and blended with Colorado River (surface) water.
Water

Apache Junction water district leasing 1,000 acre-feet of water for $450K

The Apache Junction Water District has entered into a one-year, $450,000 lease agreement with the Fort McDowell Yavapai Nation for 1,000-acre feet of Central Arizona Project water to augment its …
A water district vehicle on display at a recent construction expo in Apache Junction.
Water

Apache Junction water district buying $30K custom trailer to haul pipe

The Apache Junction Water District is buying a $30,000 custom trailer for hauling ductile iron pipes. The water district board, comprised of Apache Junction City Council members, on Sept. 15 …
During the investigation, the driver admitted to consuming alcohol and using marijuana and methamphetamine earlier in the evening, police said.
first responders

Driver crashes into, damages Apache Junction police portable radar speed trailer

Apache Junction Police Department officers recently responded to a single-vehicle collision near Ironwood Drive and Broadway Avenue after a driver crashed into the AJPD portable radar speed trailer, …
Car seat checks ensure the car seat is not recalled, help adjust seats properly to fit the child and fit the car seat securely into the vehicle.
Safety

Car seat check-up event Saturday in Apache Junction

A certified child passenger safety technician will be available at a car seat check-up Saturday hosted by Apache Junction Police Department and Superstition Fire and Medical District. It will be …
Clockwise from top left are: Gilbert Cancio, Chelsea Connolly, Dena Kimble and Sharon Williams.
Election 2026

Apache Junction school board hopefuls discuss what sets them apart from the other candidates

One incumbent will be joined by two former members and a newcomer in the election for two Apache Junction Unified School District Governing Board seats at the Nov. 3 general election. The last …
(MetroCreative Connection)
DATA DRIVEN

Arizona’s child divide

Arizona continues to attract new residents, but the state’s growth is creating very different communities for children and families.
Superstition Fire and Medical District, which is primarily funded by property taxes, provides fire suppression, fire prevention, wildland protection, advanced life support, rescue, extrication and medical transportation services out of five fire stations in Apache Junction and Gold Canyon.
first responders

Early morning home fire in Apache Junction displaces 6 residents

Superstition Fire & Medical District crews were dispatched to a reported residential structure fire near 16th Avenue and Starr Road in Apache Junction at approximately 1;10 a.m. Sept. 20. …
OPINION
OPINION — As a candidate for state representative in Legislative District 7, I feel an obligation to say something about the racist attacks directed at Rep. Walt Blackman. They have greatly disturbed me.
Arizona’s population of Hispanic or Latino heritage is 32.5% — nearly one-third, according to U.S. Census Bureau data. President Lyndon B. Johnson established Hispanic Heritage Week in 1968 and …
OPINION — As a member of the Apache Junction community, I want to recognize Dena Kimble for the dedication, integrity and genuine care she brings to her service on the AJUSD Governing Board.
EAST VALLEY THINGS TO DO
The annual costume contest will begin at 5 p.m. at the stage and will be divided by ages. All ages are welcome to enter. Remember to use your imagination and be creative.

Free Halloween festival in October in Apache Junction

Halloween is coming up and the City of Apache Junction Parks and Recreation wants to make your night spook-tacular. The city’s free annual Halloween Festival is 4-8 p.m. Saturday, Oct. 24, at …
It is 7-9 a.m. Saturday, Oct. 17, at he Apache Junction marker at South Phelps Drive and East Old West Highway in Apache Junction.

‘No kings’ vote early protest/rally in Apache Junction Oct. 17

AJGC Indivisible Group, The Lighthouse Group and AJDems are hosting a nonpartisan “no kings” vote early protest/rally in Apache Junction in October. It is 7-9 a.m. Saturday, Oct. 17, at he …
Voyager is a Journey tribute band.

Annual VFW 9399 veterans fundraiser concert Nov. 14 in Apache Junction

Voyager, a Journey tribute band, is performing at Veterans of Foreign Wars Post 9399’s annual veterans fundraiser concert in Apache Junction Nov. 14. All proceeds are used to assist area …
Bring one or two smooth rocks for the rock-painting class. Brushes, paint and everything else is provided.

Rock painting classes offered in Apache Junction

Free rock painting classes are offered at open house nights on the first Friday of the month by the Apache Junction Parks and Recreation Department. They are 5:30-8 p.m. Fridays, Oct. 2, Nov. 6 …
Grab your blanket or lawn chair and enjoy an evening in the park listening to music from local artists at Concerts in the Park.

That Band performs Saturday at Concert in the Park in Apache Junction

That Band performs 6:30-8 p.m. Saturday, Oct. 3, at a concert at Superstition Shadows Park, 1091 W. Southern Ave . in Apache Junction. The free event is brought by the City of Apache Junction …
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