Thursday , 07/23/2026
It’s the Weekend, Peter !
It is the weekend. 💛 We love getting to bring you a little slice of the San Tan Valley area each week. Thank you for being here. Here is what you might have missed and what is coming up.
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News You May Have Missed
San Tan Valley Voters Elect First Council, Back Major Changes to Future Elections
The seven candidates leading the race for the Town of San Tan Valley’s first elected Town Council are on track to win their seats outright, according to unofficial results from Pinal County, while…
2026 Primary Election Results (Unofficial Results)
Election Results displayed below are for the Town of San Tan Valley.
Latest Update: July 23, 2026 at 7PM – approximately 6300 early ballots and 200 provisional ballots are remaining to be processed.
To…
Pinal County Seeks Public Comment on New Home-Based Business Rules
Pinal County is rewriting the section of its zoning code that governs businesses run from home, and residents have until 5 p.m. Aug. 23 to comment on the draft.
The update would apply across…
18-Acre Site Along Arizona Farms Road Sells for $2.7 Million
An 18-acre property at Arizona Farms Road and Apollo Road in the unincorporated San Tan Valley area has sold for $2.7 million to a buyer with plans for housing, industrial space and retail.
Phoenix…
PCSO Briefs San Tan Valley Council on Flock License Plate Cameras
Pinal County Sheriff’s Office leaders explained to the San Tan Valley Town Council on July 15 how the county’s Flock license plate cameras work — and answered pointed questions about privacy, data…
Rural Metro Measures 178-Degree Car Interior in Summer Heat Warning
Rural Metro Fire San Tan Valley, the fire and emergency medical provider for the San Tan Valley area, is warning residents that everyday surfaces around the home can reach burn-causing temperatures…
First San Tan Valley Indoor Kids Market Set for Aug. 8
Kids will run every booth at the first San Tan Valley Indoor Kids Market on Saturday, Aug. 8 — and a few vendor spots are still open for young entrepreneurs who want in.
The free event runs from 1 to…
Christ the Victor Food Pantry Seeks Volunteers and Donations
Christ the Victor Church is asking for more volunteers to help its food pantry serve families in the San Tan Valley area, along with donations of several food items the pantry is running low on.
The…
Longtime Educator Rebecca Hendry Named Florence Unified Assistant Superintendent
Rebecca Hendry, a 20-year veteran of Florence Unified School District, will begin the 2026-27 school year as the district’s new assistant superintendent for administrative services.
Florence Unified…
Neighbors Push Back at Town’s First Annexation Hearing on Gantzel Road
Neighbors of a 3.3-acre parcel at the southwest corner of Gantzel Road and Lone Star Lane told the San Tan Valley Town Council on July 15 they oppose bringing the land into the town for commercial…
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Looking for things to do in the upcoming week? Here are a few highlights from our events calendar. Don’t forget to check out the full events calendar at https://santanvalley.com/events to make sure you’re not missing out on anything.😀
UPCOMING EVENTS
Ranger Nikki will introduce you to San Tan’s animal ambassador tortoises and share fun facts about how they and their wild relatives survive in our…DateFri, Jul 24, 08:00 am
The new Marshalls opening in San Tan Valley is holding a hiring event
Tuesday July 21 – Fri July 24
Time: 8am-6pm
at the Hampton Inn Queen Creek.
Apply…DateFri, Jul 24, 08:00 am
Discovery Station: Meet the Critters
Ranger Nikki will introduce you to San Tan’s animal ambassadors, including snakes, a chuckwalla, a tarantula, a Gila monster and tortoises. Learn…DateFri, Jul 24, 08:30 am
Start your weekend off with a stretching session designed for beginners and those with mobility issues. Poses are seated or standing with a chair…DateFri, Jul 24, 09:00 am
HomeGoods is hiring ahead of its San Tan Valley grand opening, set for Aug. 27. The new store will open at 1420 Hunt Highway in San Tan Valley, and…DateFri, Jul 24, 09:00 am
Meet other creative enthusiasts of yarn and thread crafts, including knitting, crochet, embroidery and weaving.
They meet every Friday from 9:45am-12pmDateFri, Jul 24, 09:45 am
Are you a Mahjong junkie? Have you played online and always wondered how it would be to take part in a live game? Join our fabulous group of Mahjong…DateSat, Jul 25, 11:00 am
Ranger Nikki will lead you on an out-and-back walk to search for bark, striped-tail and giant hairy scorpions. We will also be on the lookout for…DateSat, Jul 25, 07:30 pm
HomeGoods is hiring ahead of its San Tan Valley grand opening, set for Aug. 27. The new store will open at 1420 Hunt Highway in San Tan Valley, and…DateMon, Jul 27, 09:00 am
American Legion Post 97 is hosting a community blood drive at the San Tan Valley Veteran Center.
Donations collected at the event will help provide…DateMon, Jul 27, 10:00 am
America 250: Full Buck Moon over the Desert
Celebrate the America 250 milestone by experiencing one of the most iconic sights in the desert! Join Ranger Jacque for a guided evening hike to see…DateMon, Jul 27, 06:30 pm
San Tan Leads is a San Tan Valley based, one-person per-industry professional business leads group. Founded in 2008, the group meets every Tuesday…DateTue, Jul 28, 07:30 am
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