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Arizona Gov. Doug Ducey
President Trump approves 'major disaster declaration' for Arizona, Gov. Ducey says
Gov. Doug Ducey on April 4 announced that President Trump in coordination with the Federal Emergency Management Agency approved Arizona’s request for a presidential major disaster declaration … more
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Arizona COVID-19 cases top 2,000, deaths rise to 52
The Arizona Department of Health Services has reported more than 2,000 cases of COVID-19 in the state, with 52 deaths. New numbers released Saturday morning show 2,015 cases in Arizona, up from … more
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Upon production of the masks, the Arizona Department of Health Services will deliver them to county health departments for further distribution to health, safety, and emergency response workers.
Honeywell to produce more than 6 million N95 masks for Arizona
Arizona Gov. Doug Ducey today announced the state has secured a new agreement with Honeywell to produce more than six million N95 masks for the state of Arizona over the next 12 months. Upon … more
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A group from the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers and the Arizona health department tour the currently closed St. Luke's Medical Center hospital to see the viability of reopening the facility for possible future use due to the coronavirus Wednesday, March 25, 2020, in Phoenix.
Arizona approaches 1,800 cases of COVID-19, with over 40 deaths
The Arizona Department of Health Services has reported nearly 1,800 cases of COVID-19 in the state, with 41 deaths. New numbers released Friday show 1,769 cases in Arizona, up from 1,598 the day … more
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Scammers seek to take advantage of concerns over the securities markets to promote “safe” investments with “guaranteed returns” including investments with gold, silver and other commodities such as oil, gas and real estate.
Beware of COVID-19 investment schemes
The Arizona Corporation Commission offers tips on how to safeguard yourself from fraudulent investment schemes amidst the coronavirus pandemic. more
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Queen Creek Fire and Medical Department's station No. 1, 20678 E. Civic Parkway.
Construction managers sought for fire stations 2, 5 in Queen Creek
The Town of Queen Creek is seeking construction managers at-risk for two planned fire stations. Statements of qualifications are being sought from firms for work such as pre-construction and … more
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Project specifications include that the selected firms “shall have a basic understanding of the Queen Creek brand; and recognize the fast-paced growth and evolving needs of our growing community.”
Graphic-design services sought by town
The Town of Queen Creek is seeking to contract with one or more qualified firms for graphic-design services. Proposals are due by 3 p.m. April 9 at the Town of Queen Creek Municipal Services … more
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Bank offers help for clients with hardships from COVID-19
Bank of America has announced additional support for its 66 million consumer and small business clients in response to the unprecedented challenges of the coronavirus. more
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The Society of St. Vincent de Paul took a service model that relies heavily on volunteer support and transitioned it to one that practices responsible social distancing and health safety.
St. Vincent de Paul serves the poor as it changes model in wake of COVID-19 outbreak
The Society of St. Vincent de Paul --- which has a mission to feed, clothe, house and heal individuals and families in need --- has had to respond with extraordinary agility to the COVID-19 outbreak … more
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Both splash pads in the Town of Queen Creek were previously closed to help slow the spread of COVID-19.
Changes at Queen Creek parks to help slow spread of COVID-19
In an effort to help slow the spread of COVID-19, the Town of Queen Creek is implementing a number of changes at Desert Mountain Park, Founders’ Park and Mansel Carter Oasis Park. Beginning … more
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A total of 362 adults and 68 juveniles were arrested in 2019 by Maricopa County Sheriff’s Office in Queen Creek. .
Juvenile arrests spiked in December in Queen Creek
There were nearly as many juvenile arrests in December in Queen Creek as there were of adult suspects, the Town Council was told recently. Eighteen juveniles and 25 adults were arrested the last … more
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Arizona nears 1,600 cases of COVID-19
The Arizona Department of Health Services has reported nearly 1,600 cases of COVID-19 in the state, with 32 deaths. more
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Temporary service level changes at ADOR customer lobbies in Phoenix, Mesa
In light of COVID-19, the Arizona Department of Revenue has temporarily modified current services in an effort to protect the health and safety of its customers and employees while continuing to … more
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State law prohibits open burning in Area A from May 1 through Sept. 30. The Pinal County portion of Area A includes Apache Junction, Queen Creek, Gold Canyon, San Tan Valley and portions of Florence.
Pinal County to suspend issuance of open-burn permits
Starting April 2, Pinal County Air Quality will begin issuing only three-day open burning permits. All permits will expire by May 1 and Pinal County will suspend issuance of all open burning permits … more
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The Pinal County Sheriff’s Office took reports on eight assaults and one sex offense in the Queen Creek area for the week of March 21-27.
Assaults, sex offense reported in Pinal County near Queen Creek March 21-27 to PCSO
The Pinal County Sheriff’s Office took the following assaults and sex-offense reports in the Queen Creek area for the week of March 21-27: Assault, reported at 8:50 a.m. March 22 in the 1900 … more
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Video of the suspect can be viewed at facebook.com/PinalCountySO/videos/536809953638010/.
PCSO seeks help identifying suspect in San Tan Valley robbery
Pinal County Sheriff's Office is seeking information on a male suspect who stole about $300 from a San Tan Valley restaurant March 12. A man wearing a Spiderman mask entered through the back door … more
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There is no estimated reopening time; however, this is expected to be an extended closure while crews remove earth and rocks.
Rockfall closes State Route 88 near Roosevelt Lake
Fallen rocks have closed State Route 88 just west of State Route 188, blocking access between Roosevelt Lake and Apache Lake, according to the Arizona Department of Transportation. The closure is at … more
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Funds have been set aside in the town’s budget to pay for a municipal police department.
Queen Creek municipal police force to be formed in coming years
The Town of Queen Creek is forming its own municipal police department, setting up an 18-month transition from contracting with Maricopa County Sheriff’s Office for law enforcement. Mayor … more
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Valley Metro plans, builds, operates and maintains a regional multi-modal transportation system, including buses (above) and light rail.
Valley Metro adjusts Express, RAPID bus service schedules due to COVID-19
Valley Metro is adjusting the Express and RAPID commuter bus service schedules to operate fewer trips each weekday morning and evening. It is a proactive step to maintain local bus route service … more
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An empty street is devoid of vehicular traffic and pedestrians due to the coronavirus Sunday, March 29, 2020, in Phoenix. The city is closing park amenities for the foreseeable future.
Arizona with 24 coronavirus deaths as cases near 1,300
Arizona is approaching 1,300 cases of COVID-19 after the latest release of numbers across the state. According to the Arizona Department of Health Services, there are 1,289 cases and 24 deaths in … more
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