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Good morning RJ, 

This morning, we are following this developing story: Police have arrested a 15-year-old San Tan Valley teen in connection with the shooting death of another STV teen. Last month, Pinal County Sheriff’s deputies responded to calls of shots fired at home near East Bella Vista Road and Appalachian Trail, where they found the body of a 15-year-old boy inside the home. 

In Casa Grande, the CG Union High School District will host a public forum Tuesday as they begin their process for hiring a permanent superintendent. Members of the public will have a chance to speak with current Interim Superintendent Dr. Anna Battle, who is hoping to permanently hold the position. Get the details on the forum.

Plus, a few more points of interest…

– Candidates for Legislative District 8 shared a range of ideas on how to improve transportation within the countyin interviews before the Pinal County Board of Supervisors Wednesday. 

– A historic donation: The Coolidge scholarship program was created more than 35 years ago to provide assistance to Coolidge High School students seeking to further their education. And this year, the program received its biggest donation ever. 

– A STV man was arrested on assault charges last week after he allegedly bit the foot of a sheriff’s deputy. 

-The town of Florence has selected a new fire chief. Get to know Larry Contreras, who will officially become the new chief on Nov. 9. 

– The ‘Really stupid motorist’ law: Should there be a greater penalty for fleeing from officers during a traffic stop? One CG Dispatch reader says yes. Curious to know what else the community has to say? See the letters submitted to our editors here.  

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