Casa Grande invites residents to join the new Public Safety Advisory Board, aiming to strengthen community input on safety issues. Applications are open until September 12, 2025.

The City of Surprise hosts a free hiring event with ARIZONA@WORK, connecting job seekers to over 20 employers on September 25 at the Surprise Regional Library.

The City of Surprise announces city office closures and service schedule changes for Labor Day, with modified trash collection and library hours, but parks and recreation programs continue. Residents can use the MySurprise App for updates.

Casa Grande Public Library announces weekly events and a closure on September 1, offering activities like Anime & Art Tuesdays, Game Time, and Crochet & Knitting Club, along with classes and volunteer opportunities.

The Virginia G. Piper Charitable Trust awarded $6 million to six Arizona educational institutions to boost health care, medical research, and education.

Recent weather has helped battle the Dragon Bravo Fire, although challenges persist. Efforts focus on suppression repair and safety. Weather may complicate future firefighting, with evacuations and closures remaining in place.

The Arizona Department of Environmental Quality issued a High Pollution Advisory for PM2.5 and PM10, recommending actions to reduce emissions and detailing restrictions during the advisory.

TSMC's Phoenix chip plant is facing a federal lawsuit with allegations of workplace discrimination and a hostile environment for non-East Asian employees.

West Valley high schoolers have a unique chance to start careers in aviation mechanics with a specialized program at West-MEC, combining education and hands-on experience, with graduates gaining immediate employment and certifications.

The BBB held the 8th Industrious Women's Summit in Phoenix, focusing on women's progress in business, while the 20th Women in Business Summit is upcoming in Springfield.

Arizona sees unusual increases in violent crime rates, including a 22% rise in aggravated assaults, contrasting with U.S. decreases. While some crime rates decline statewide, others diverge nationally.

Firefighters progress in containing the Dragon Bravo Fire, with ecological restoration underway and some forest and road closures lifted. Safety measures, including falling hazard trees and a Temporary Flight Restriction, remain in effect.

Crews make headway in battling the Dragon Bravo Fire, repairing damage and reopening public access in some areas, while the fire's behavior remains subdued.