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Good morning RJ,

The Fourth of July holiday is right around the corner, and Pinal communities are preparing to celebrate. Are you still looking for plans? If so, head out to the Arizona City Golf Course for the community’s free event, where the Arizona City Fire District will put on a spectacular firework display.

Speaking of great entertainment, video game fans now have a place where they can enjoy their hobby together. Run it Up Gaming Lounge in Coolidge finally opened its doors after a long hiatus due to COVID-19. With hundreds of games available, there is something for almost anyone.

And, in local politics news, Pinal County School Superintendent Jill Broussard may be challenged in the Republican primary next year by school administrator Tara Walter, who is currently mayor of Florence. Read more about Walter’s intentions to run for the position.

Local News

Proposed Pinal mine puts tribe’s faith to the test

Azee Romero climbed barefoot on the wrinkled trunk of the massive Emory oak tree at the center of the Oak Flat Campground.

Eloy council appoints Sutton to vacant seat

Effective Saturday, July 1, the Eloy City Council will have a new face on the dais. After Councilmember Georges Reuter announced plans to resign, the council appointed Andrew Sutton to fill the seat.

Coolidge’s education proficiency below county numbers

According to the advocacy group Education Forward Arizona, Coolidge schools are below the proficiency levels of Pinal County overall.

Sports

Midseason guest recap of Pinal SportsCast

We’ve reached the midway point in our first season of the Pinal SportsCast podcast. If you’ve missed out on any of our four guests in the month of June, here’s a quick recap of each week.

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Back Story June 28, 2023

A hero received a warm welcome. Casa Grande Dispatch reporter Jodie Newell details the Homes for Our Troops event to celebrate retired Gunnery Sergeant Nick Beberniss.

WATCH HERE

Area News

State plans to widen Florence intersection amid traffic concerns

State highway officials have approved plans to widen the intersection of State Route 287 and Centennial Park Avenue, which neighbors say cannot handle the traffic from 272 new homes in the future Western Crossings subdivision.

Committee will recommend cemetery upgrades

An ad hoc committee to include Town Council members and citizens from all parts of town will discuss and propose improvements to Florence Cemetery, which is south of downtown off State Route 79.