We start today with news from San Tan Valley, as the committee working to form a city in San Tan Valley says that the effort still has momentum. Although residents won’t get to vote on the topic until next year, the STV Inc. committee is hopeful about their chances of incorporation. Read more about the committee’s efforts.

In sports, the Section 7 basketball tournament is well underway. The Vista Grande girls team is taking full advantage of their first Section 7 appearance. The team hopes that the tournament will act as positive motivation leading up to the new season. Click here to learn more about the Spartans’ tournament experience.

Plus, the 2024 Créme de la Copa competition is back! The reader-interactive competition is a chance for residents to nominate and vote for their favorite local businesses, services and professionals in Maricopa. Here is more information about the competition.