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Maricopa Secures $6.5 Million Federal Investment for Aquifer Recharge Project to Bolster Water Sustainability
In Arizona, the reality of water scarcity is shaping urban development, with the City of Maricopa taking tangible measures to enhance its water sustainability. Maricopa's recent efforts were bolstered thanks to a hefty partnership agreement backed by $6.5 million in federal funding, aimed at replenishing local aquifers. Maricopa Mayor Nancy...
22 things you need to help you stay cool during an Arizona summer
Living in metro Phoenix during the summer can feel like living in an oven with no off button. With an annual average of 111 days at or above 100 degrees, there's not much you can do to change the extreme Arizona heat, but there are certainly ways to cope with it. ...
Valley 'exurbs' top nationwide lists for booming population growth
QUEEN CREEK, Ariz. — The Valley is booming and as more people move here, they’re spreading even farther out than the suburbs. The movement is shedding light on the term, 'exurbs.' Exurbs are communities as far as 60 or more miles outside a metro area’s largest city.
4 Valley cities rank among 50 safest and most affordable U.S. cities
Gilbert ranks as the third best city to live in for safety and affordability in the U.S., according to a new study that looked at the safest and most affordable U.S. cities. Surprise ranked No. 25 on the list, Chandler was No. 34 and Mesa is ranked No. 44. Researchers...
Queen Creek Officials Outline Safety Guidelines for Fireworks Use Ahead of Fourth of July Celebrations
As we approach the pomp and circumstance of the Fourth of July, the Town of Queen Creek is getting the word out on how to celebrate safely with fireworks. Only ground and hand-held sparkling devices are considered legal within town limits, whereas anything that shoots into the sky or explodes – like bottle rockets or aerial shells – are a no-go. According to the latest announcement from Queen Creek officials, these rules aren't just guidelines; they are the law.
ADOT Announces Major Safety and Traffic Flow Enhancements for SR 87 and Skousen Road Intersection Near Coolidge
Big changes are coming to the intersection of State Route 87 and Skousen Road in Coolidge, as the Arizona Department of Transportation (ADOT) kicks off a project aimed to enhance both safety and traffic flow. This intersection, a mere mile from the Casa Grande Ruins National Monument, will see a significant makeover with the addition of a traffic signal and better lighting to brighten up the drive.
Animosity, bond approval highlight Chandler school board meeting
A non-unanimous vote to take a bond to voters and, for a brief moment, Governing Board members raising their voices at each other were two things that occurred at a June 12 Chandler Unified School
Chandler Announces Juneteenth Service Schedule as City Offices Closed but Recreational Activities Continue
As the city gears up to commemorate Juneteenth, the City of Chandler has released its service schedule for the holiday, ensuring residents can plan their day accordingly. City administrative offices will be taking a pause, giving employees a moment to reflect on the significance of this day. Nevertheless, essential trash and recycling collection services will continue without interruption, guaranteeing no break in the cleanliness and hygiene of our neighborhoods. While you won't be able to drop off your toddler's latest creative project at the Recycling-Solid Waste Collection Center – it'll be shut tight – your regular park and recreation centers will stand ready, open during their usual hours for those looking to maintain their fitness routine or just enjoy leisurely activities.
Maricopa Utility Upgrades Underway, Crews Work to Enhance City Service Reliability
Residents of Maricopa have been spotlighting the presence of construction crews in their neighborhoods and along the streets, prompting a flurry of inquiries to city officials. The crews are on a mission to bolster our utility frameworks—snaking cables underground and spray-painting markers to help avoid service disruptions. They aren't just out there digging for the fun of it, this is about building a more reliable future for our city services.
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