Despite public schools nationwide seeing a decrease in student enrollment, the enrollment at the Casa Grande Elementary School District is expected to rise for a second consecutive year. Click here for more details on CGESD’s student enrollment, and what else was discussed, during the governing board meeting.

A former Casa Grande resident is among the sailors supporting the Navy’s 123-year tradition of protecting the country from beneath the sea. Chief Petty Officer Marcus Williams works as an information systems technician on submarines and was recently highlighted in a Navy blog that highlights those in service.

Lastly, in Coolidge, an uptick in weeds has caused a 150% increase in fires over the past month. Coolidge Fire Chief Mark Dillon said his department responded to nine fire calls in April, and that figure jumped to 25 in May. Here is how you can prevent fires in your area.