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In Florence, an alleged ranking member of the Mexican Mafia could potentially face another charge after an incident with a correctional officer in September. Paul Matus, who is already charged with conspiracy to commit murder, could see another potential charge added to a slew of after allegedly attacking a correctional officer.
Meanwhile, in San Tan Valley, A car wreck resulted in two deaths Friday. The collision occurred on Gantzel Road near Painted Desert Drive when a driver crossed into oncoming traffic.
And finally, organizers are seeking volunteers for the Pinal County Point-In-Time Homeless Count. The event is an annual street count to determine the number of people experiencing homelessness in Pinal County. The PIT Count will take place from Jan. 25 to 30, with training provided for all volunteers.
Local NewsCasa Grande Art Museum show to feature local oil painters
Area oil painters will be showcased in an upcoming show at the Casa Grande Art Museum. Entitled “Mark White and Friends,” the show will run Jan. 6-23 at the art museum, 319 W. Third St.Read More
Maricopa man charged on sex crime against minorA Maricopa man faces charges for the repeated molestation of a minor in Maricopa — a crime he reportedly admitted to.READ MORE
Varela: CGESD’s ‘courageous’ 4-day week decision paying dividendsFresh off her election, Governing Board member Blanca Varela said she believes the Casa Grande Elementary School District can become a “destination” for teachers in 2023.READ MORESports
Coolidge takes down CG Union in tournament championshipLeading up to the championship game of the Central Arizona Holiday Classic, it seemed as though the Casa Grande Union Cougars and the Coolidge Bears were on a collision course towards facing each other in the final game.READ MORE
Today’s Top VideoBack Story: Coolidge and Casa Grande Basketball Tournaments
Sports Reporter David Church shares what went down at the 2022 Eddie Martinez Invitational and the 2022 Central Holiday Classic basketball tournaments.WATCH HEREArea NewsParents of missing 12-year-old arrestedPinal County’s investigation of the disappearance of a 12-year-old, who was found over the weekend in safe condition, has led to the arrest of his adoptive parents.READ MORENew legislation makes Blackwater Trading Post part of Gila RiverThe Blackwater Trading Post will soon be part of the Gila River Indian Community as long as President Joe Biden signs off on a piece of legislation recently passed by Congress.READ MORE
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