The Pinal County in Arizona has won the Project of the Year Award from the Arizona Chapter of the American Public Works Association for the Inland Port Arizona Improvements Project.

McCulloch Boulevard is closing temporarily from Capri Lane to Smoketree Avenue for nighttime waterline improvements, with detours via Mesquite and Swanson.

Casa Grande calls for volunteers for a National Day of Service event on September 21 to honor 9/11 victims with park cleanup and beautification efforts.

Lake Havasu City invites locals to join the Fall Fun Fair Committee meetings on September 4, 2024, to learn about participating in the fundraiser event scheduled for October 26.

Avondale's "Coffee with the City Manager" on September 18 offers a chance for residents to engage with local officials over free coffee at the New Penny Café.

Lake Havasu City's Island Ball Field undergoes renovations in time for Opening Day, including new field goals and refreshed facilities, with a ribbon-cutting event on August 24th.

Fountain Park begins overseeding in October, transitioning from Bermudagrass to Ryegrass, requiring careful watering and temporarily altering irrigation schedules for several weeks.

Maricopa introduces the new Mike Ingram Heritage Park with a historic walkway, inviting the community to its grand opening on September 19th, celebrating the city's history and development.

Maricopa opens registration for its Citizen Leadership Academy's 2024 Fall Session, offering residents an in-depth look at local governance. Limited to 30 participants, the program encourages early sign-ups.

Tom Horne is pushing for a statewide ban on cell phone use in schools to improve academic focus and reduce safety concerns, despite a previous veto by the governor.

Governor Katie Hobbs appointed NAU President José Luis Cruz Rivera to Arizona's State Board of Education, citing his track record in academia and leadership at NAU.

The owner of Psalm 112 LLC, Daniel Ridlinghafer, was indicted for a fraud scheme involving false solar installation contracts, affecting homeowners and credit unions.

A man firing shots at others was shot dead by Phoenix police, while separately, a man was charged with murder after a domestic dispute escalated. Both incidents raise concerns about gun violence and mental health.