First responders
The Apache Junction Police Department took the following reports of sexual offenses March 26-April 1:
Sexual offense — child abuse, reported at 11:55 a.m. March 27 in the 900 block of …
Neighbors
It takes a community effort to make a positive impact in our beautiful region, nestled in the legendary Superstition Mountains. Your generous contributions have helped the Apache Junction Mounted …
things to do
The Rhino ReCreation Center and Apache Junction library are hosting a chess tournament with prizes Saturday, April 20.
It is 10 a.m.-4 p.m. in the north wing program room at the library, 1177 N. …
Education
Central Arizona College will hold New Student Express Registration Days for the fall 2024 semester beginning later this month.
During the two-hour long, on campus, registration sessions, students will have the opportunity to meet one-on-one with an adviser, …
Things to do
Registration is open for Boys & Girls Clubs of the Valley’s summer camp programs designed to help working parents while ensuring that thousands of youth have a summer of exploration.
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Neighbors
Sasha Nicholson, a Peralta Trail Elementary School educator in the Apache Junction Unified School District, was recently named the American Legion teacher of the year and honored at a reception along …
Wildfire risk reduction project
Starting Tuesday, April 16, the Arizona Department of Forestry and Fire Management in conjunction with Arizona State Parks and Trails and Superstition Fire and Medical District will conduct a one-day …
Government
Discussion or consideration of the city attorney’s employment, assignment or appointment is the one topic of the Apache Junction City Council’s April 15 closed-door executive session.
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Country Thunder
The Pinal County Attorney’s Office was off and running on the first day of Country Thunder on Thursday by educating festival attendees about the dangers of drinking and driving.
By early …
opinion
It’s that time of year again where your sinuses may realize everything is in bloom.
Allergies are the body’s reaction to a foreign protein it sees as an enemy. The result is your …
Rodeo grounds
A total of $23 million is needed for the expansion of Apache Junction’s rodeo grounds for utilities and drainage improvements, adding to the covered bleachers, RV parking with hookups, covered …
Neighbors
It was a full house at the new Gold Canyon Community Center on March 27. The attraction was the first-ever gathering of neighborhood leaders coming together to share interests, concerns and best …
Neighbors
Tiffany Hutchenson, a student at Apache Junction High School, has been awarded the prestigious 2024 Community Education (Arts) Scholarship.
The scholarship is granted to students who exhibit …
Things to do
The April Movie in the Park hosted by Apache Junction Parks & Recreation Department will be on Saturday, April 13, and will feature “Wall-E” on the big screen.
The feature film …
SUMMER PREPARATION
Pinal County Air Quality is only issuing three-day open burning permits, and officials announced all permits will expire by May 1.
Pinal County will suspend the issuance of all open burning …
Neighbors
Karen Banda and Rebecca Olivera have been named recipients of the "Women in Engineering Scholarship" at Central Arizona College.
They both credit Armineh Noravian, professor of engineering at …
DISTRICT 7 Senate
Candidates officially filed their petitions April 1 to run in the 2024 primary election for Arizona State Senate District 7. District 7 includes Apache Junction, Gold Canyon, Payson, Show Low, …
DISTRICT 7 House
Candidates officially filed their petitions April 1 to run in the 2024 primary election for Arizona State House District 7.
District 7 includes Apache Junction, Gold Canyon, Payson, Show Low, …
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