San Tan Valley News

San Tan Valley is writing its first set of rules for businesses operating in town, and some of what is being drafted will affect vendors, door-to-door solicitors and anyone who has ever held a yard sale.Attorney Matt Podracky of Pierce Coleman walked the Town Council through the draft business regulations on May 6 as part of a broader review of Art...

As temperatures across Arizona begin climbing into the triple digits, state regulators are encouraging residents to prepare now for higher electricity bills and to reach out for assistance before costs become overwhelming. The Arizona Corporation Commission (ACC) recently reminded customers that summer energy usage typically increases significantly...

Every public street in San Tan Valley currently belongs to Pinal County. That changes July 1, and the town is drafting rules to govern what happens on those roads once it takes ownership.Attorney Matt Podracky of Pierce Coleman and Public Works Director Chris Wanamaker walked the Town Council through the draft parking and traffic provisions on May ...

The Local Jeweler has been a part of this community for just over a year, and now they want to say thank you. On Thursday, June 4, from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., The Local Jeweler is hosting their first-ever Customer Appreciation Day at their shop at 35979 N. Gary Road, Suite 105. Everyone is welcome, whether you've been a customer or just want to stop by...

On paper, San Tan Valley has about 91,000 residents. Regional estimates put that number closer to 107,000. That gap of roughly 16,000 people is at the center of a ballot measure voters will decide November 3. The Town Council placed the measure on the ballot May 20, approving Resolution 2026-22 as part of the consent agenda. The vote asks residents...

Residents will have a chance to get an up-close look at a new piece of firefighting equipment coming to San Tan Valley during a special community event on Saturday, June 6. Rural Metro Fire San Tan Valley has announced the addition of Ladder Truck 845 to Station 841, located at 911 E. Hunt Highway. According to fire officials, the ladder truck is p...

The May 20 San Tan Valley Town Council meeting opened with two community moments: a sendoff for local students heading into military service and the latest step in choosing the town's first official logo. Honoring New Military Recruits The council recognized graduating seniors from four area high schools who are preparing to enter the military. Stu...

The San Tan Valley Town Council voted May 20 to recommend approval of the town's first-ever zoning ordinance, a 250-page document built from scratch in about four months — a process that typically takes one to two years. Community Development Director Gilbert Olgin and Michael Baker International led the effort, drawing from zoning codes in Queen C...

Shoppers at the Walmart Supercenter in San Tan Valley will notice a fresh new look following a major remodel completed as part of Walmart's ongoing investment in Arizona stores. The store, located at 1725 W. Hunt Highway, celebrated its re-grand opening on May 22 with a ribbon-cutting ceremony and community event. Associates gave customers and comm...

The San Tan Valley Town Council voted May 20 to delay action on a formal law enforcement agreement with the Pinal County Sheriff's Office, moving it to the June 1 council meeting. The intergovernmental agreement, known as an IGA, would put in writing the arrangement under which the sheriff's office provides law enforcement services to the newly inc...

Members of the GFWC San Tan Valley Women's Club delivered blankets, towels, sheets, and other supplies — along with a $450 check — to Pinal County Animal Care and Control in Casa Grande. Club President Connie Gray and several members presented the donation to PCACC Director Audra Michael. The General Federation of Women's Clubs (GFWC) San Tan Valle...

Two J.O. Combs Unified School District educators turned their Valentine's Day wedding into an act of community service, collecting more than 40 filled backpacks for students in need. Randy Bunch and Kelly Heffernan, who married Feb. 14, asked wedding guests to bring brand-new backpacks loaded with school supplies in place of traditional gifts. The ...

A San Tan Valley resident has submitted a formal request to the Arizona Corporation Commission (ACC) asking for clarification on how certain funds tied to EPCOR's low-income assistance program are being handled. The request, filed by resident Steve Pratt, is connected to the ongoing discussion around EPCOR's proposed water rate adjustments and rela...

Two students from San Tan Valley are being recognized among the top community college scholars in the state after being named to the prestigious All-Arizona Academic Team. Students from Central Arizona College (CAC) were recently selected for the honor through the Phi Theta Kappa International Honor Society, which recognizes academic excellence, le...

The San Tan Valley Town Council met on May 6 for a special meeting followed by its regular session, covering everything from the town's future logo to public safety agreements and upcoming community updates. Logo Design Competition Moves Forward The meeting began with a special session focused on the town's logo design competition. Council members ...