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2026 Arizona Elections

The Legislative District 10 winners were all Republicans: from left, David Farnsworth, Justin Olson and James Rogers.

Republicans retain control of Legislative District 10

Republicans swept Arizona Legislative District 10's three legislative seats, although Democratic challengers narrowed the margins and pointed to progress.

From left are Dena Kimble and Chelsea Connolly,

Apache Junction school board election early results show Kimble, Connolly leading

Two governing board seats are in play for the Apache Junction Unified School District in November’s election. Votes cast for school board, according to unofficial results posted at 5:35 p.m. …

Clockwise from top left are candidates Gilbert Cancio, Chelsea Connolly, Dena Kimble and Sharon Williams.

Apache Junction school board election early results show Kimble, Connolly leading

Two governing board seats are in play for the Apache Junction Unified School District in November’s election. Votes cast for school board, according to unofficial results posted at 9:28 a.m. …

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Fountain Hills Community Guide 2026

Town of Paradise Valley celebrates 60 years!

Covering Corte Bella

The latest issue of the Corte Bella Independent

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The 100 Greatest Songs Recorded in Arizona

Whether you’re spending your summer hiking dusty trails in the desert or leafy trails up north, out on one of our many lakes, ascending your way to a mountain campsite, sitting under the moon with friends, driving to your favorite statewide destination, or keeping indoors with a/c for a party, we’ve got the soundtrack for every Arizona occasion.

Events

Silly Mountain Park can be reached from the parking lot north of U.S. Highway 60 at Silly Mountain Road in Apache Junction.

Things to do

Hike Silly Mountain in Apache Junction

Apache Junction Parks and Recreation Department is hosting First Friday Hikes, including 7-8:30 a.m. Dec. 4, at Silly Mountain. Trails on the hikes range from easy to moderate and cover …

The expo to celebrate healthy, active living for today’s seniors will be at Mesa Market Place Swap Meet’s Building No. 4, 10550 E. Baseline Road in Mesa. The venue is covered with misted breezeways with free parking and free admission. Park in front of building No. 4 — near the exit.

Things to do

Mesa Senior Expo Friday morning

The Mesa Senior Expo is 9 a.m.-noon Friday, Nov. 13, hosted by Independent Newsmedia for seniors and families from Mesa and neighboring communities. The expo to celebrate healthy, active living …