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Updated FEMA flood map now includes more Apache Junction homes
APACHE JUNCTION, AZ (AZFamily) — FEMA is updating their floodplain map and some people in part of Apache Junction are learning this week their homes are now in flood zones. FEMA updates flood maps about every five years. The report floodplain zones are areas with a 1% chance of...
Contractor approved for project to restore limited access to State Route 88
PHOENIX — The Arizona Department of Transportation announced Friday an approved contract for a project that aims to restore limited access to a five-mile stretch of State Route 88 (Apache Trail). The project is part of a $4 million plan by ADOT to restore an unpaved portion of the...
Apache Junction Gears Up for Enhanced Road Infrastructure in FY 2024-2025
Apache Junction residents can expect smoother rides and improved streets as the City Council received a detailed presentation from the Public Works team on upcoming road maintenance and improvement projects slated for the fiscal year 2024-2025. On July 16, city officials were briefed on the Capital Improvement and Street Maintenance Plan, which will span the entirety of the coming year. The agenda is to keep the streets not just functioning, but functioning well, while investing in new upgrades to meet the demands of a growing city.
Free Prehistoric Party in July in Apache Junction
Take a trip back in time and discover what the world was like in the prehistoric age July 27 at a free Prehistoric Party at the Apache Junction Multi-generational Center. Activities at the 4-6 ...
Queen Creek Fire and Medical Department Hosts Promotion Ceremony
The Queen Creek Fire and Medical Department (QCFMD) hosted a promotion ceremony for employees promoted since July 1, 2023. In the last fiscal year, 25 employees were promoted. “This ceremonial promotional ceremony recognizes the dedication and commitment of our membership,” shared QCFMD Chief Vance Gray. “Many of these individuals...
QC schools approve record budget
The Queen Creek Unified School District Governing Board approved a $115 million budget for the 2024-2025 school year during its July 9 meeting, its largest ever, and a half-percent higher than last year. School officials say the slight increase is needed to account for student growth projected to be about...
Funding to continue SR24 work
While it was not the amount the town had hoped for, the Arizona Legislature approved nearly $60 million to continue working on State Route 24, which is critical for connecting Queen Creek to other arterial freeways, including Arizona Loop 202 on the east edge of town. “Monies distributed to the...
San Tan Valley Library's Reading Program a Huge Success
The San Tan Valley Library is thrilled to celebrate the success of its 2024 Summer Reading Program. This year, over 1,000 participants registered to track their reading minutes, highlighting the community's passion for reading and education. The library distributed 700 fact sheets, covering different places from around the globe and...
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