News across Pinal County
New Girl Scout Troop takes root in Superior
A new Girl Scout troop is getting started in Superior, and 17 girls are already interested in joining. Troop 3191 is looking forward to a year of activities, friendships and new experiences, with room for more girls to join. The troop’s next meeting will be Thursday, Oct. 22,…
Maricopa’s 347 Facts Committee takes home statewide transportation award
Maricopa’s 347 Facts Committee’s grassroots push for State Route 347 improvements has officially earned statewide recognition. The organization received the Arizona Transportation Partnering Excellence Award last week during its annual […]
Copper Corridor Roundup: Highlights and challenging matches for local volleyball teams
Local high school volleyball squads faced a challenging week on the hardwood, highlighted by Ray bouncing back with a dominant sweep over ASDB amidst tough losses for Hayden, San Manuel and Superior. HAYDEN: The Lady Lobos kept it light on the court last week with one away match.…
Homecoming victory and defeat for two Copper Corridor teams
It was another hard hitting week of games under the Copper Corridor Friday Night Lights. Ray and San Manuel celebrated Homecoming with mixed results. RAY vs. FORT THOMAS The Bearcats football team hosted Fort Thomas last Friday for their Homecoming game. The boys played a tough…
Here’s what CAVIT’s new Maricopa campus will look like
For some Maricopa students, career training currently comes with a nearly hourlong bus ride to Coolidge. That is set to change in a couple years. The Central Arizona Valley Institute […]
Halloween gets a gentle twist with this Maricopa trunk or treat
CLA — or the Connect, Love, Advocate — Autism Club is hosting its first annual Gentle Halloween trunk or treat event from 3 to 7 p.m. Oct. 17 at Molly’s […]
Danny Dougherty
Danny Dougherty, 70, passed away peacefully in his home Sept. 10, 2026, surrounded by his children. Danny was preceded in death by his wife, Babette. He leaves behind a son, Dusty Dougherty and his wife Candelaria Montes Dougherty; daughter, Tamyia Masek and her husband Brett…
Pinal County SAR assists with rescue at Catalina State Park
Pinal County’s Search and Rescue team last week was called in to assist Pima County Sheriff’s Department with a hiker rescue at the Catalina State Park. On Sept. 21, 2026, just after 7:41 a.m., deputies from the Pima County Sheriff’s Department (PCSD) Park Enforcement Search and…
Motorcycle license needed for registration renewals soon; New law will require motorcycle owners to be licensed to ride in AZ
PHOENIX – Beginning in 2027, a new law will require motorcycle owners that renew their motorcycle registration to have a motorcycle license or the endorsement on their driver license. Arizona Revised Statute § 28-2014, which was updated this year, will require at least one of the…
Central Arizona College Diagnostic Medical Sonography Program accepting OB patient volunteers
PINAL COUNTY, Ariz. – The Central Arizona College (CAC) Diagnostic Medical Sonography (DMS) program is seeking OB patient volunteers at every stage of pregnancy, from the early first trimester through full term, to take part in scanning sessions. Dr. Khalid Hawwary, Diagnostic…
Bullion Plaza’s October program is a truly scary story
Diane believed she had found her Prince Charming when she met and married Charles Schmid … until her fairytale became part of one of the mot notorious murder cases in history. Join author Marshall Terrill as he presents Diane Schmid’s vivid detail and emotional candor in Bullion…
Early ballots arrive next week. Here’s why Pinal’s recorder says don’t wait
Pinal County Recorder Dana Lewis has a message for voters: If you plan to vote by mail, don’t wait until Election Day to return your ballot. Speaking at the City […]