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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.

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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.

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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.

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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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Tortoise Feeding

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

Marshalls Hiring Event

The new Marshalls opening in San Tan Valley is holding a hiring event

Tuesday July 21 – Fri July 24

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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

Chair Yoga

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 Hiring Event

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

Yarn Crafters

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

Mahjong

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

Scorpion Safari

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 Hiring Event

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

Blood Drive

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 Meeting

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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The Cardinals and Panthers, who will play in the Hall of Fame Game on Aug. 6, were the first teams to require their veterans to report to camp. They had to show up by Wednesday, and everyone else in the league will be required to report no later than this coming Tuesday.

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She hit an epic walk-off. Just like her dad

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Welcome to The Pregame Lineup, a weekday newsletter that gets you up to speed on everything you need to know for today’s games, while catching you up on fun and interesting stories you might have missed. Today’s edition is brought to you by David Adler.

The Athletes Unlimited Softball League Championship Series is here — and it’s the rivalry rematch we’ve all been waiting for.

And it’s all thanks to the Agbayani family clutch gene.

The Utah Talons face the Chicago Bandits in the best-of-three series starting tomorrow at Davis Diamond in College Station, Texas. The winner takes home the 2026 AUSL crown. Game 1 is set for 1 p.m. ET on ABC.

AUSL Championship Series schedule

Game 1: Saturday, 1 p.m. ET on ABC
Game 2: Sunday, 2 p.m. ET on ESPN
Game 3 (if necessary): Monday, 7 p.m. ET on ESPN 2

The Talons and the Bandits are the AUSL rivalry. The Talons are the reigning champsafter defeating the Bandits last year in the league’s inaugural championship series.

Now the Bandits have their chance at revenge. But it took a thrilling extra-inning walk-off winover the Portland Cascade last night for them to get back to the Championship Series.

The Bandits beat the Cascade, 6-5, in the AUSL play-in game to advance to the finals and set up this weekend’s showdown with the top-seeded Talons. Ailana Agbayani delivered the walk-off RBI single down the first-base line in the 11th inning to end the longest game in league history.

Wait, Agbayani?

That’s right — Ailana is the daughter of former MLB outfielder Benny Agbayani. And last night’s walk-off was a big-time “like father, like daughter” moment.

You might remember that Benny — a Mets cult hero — crushed an unforgettable 13th-inning walk-off home run in Game 3 of the 2000 National League Division Series against the Giants.

Apparently big hits run in the Agbayani family, and if Ailana and the Bandits can come up with a few more this weekend, they could win their first AUSL championship.

And that’s been Chicago’s signature this season. The Bandits are an offensive powerhouse who scored a league-high 139 runs this season, led by Skylar Wallace and Sami Williams, two of the best hitters in the AUSL.

But the Talons’ pitching is just as dominant as their rivals’ hitting. Utah has a pair of aces in Montana Fouts and Georgina Corrick that’s as good as any in the AUSL. That could be just what the Talons need to go back-to-back.

No matter who emerges victorious, this championship series should be one for the ages.

See our full preview of the 2026 AUSL Championship Series here >>

BELTRÁN, JONES, KENT ENTER THE HALL

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The Hall of Fame adds three new members this weekend — two of the greatest outfielders of their generation, and the best power-hitting second baseman in MLB history.

Carlos Beltrán, Andruw Jones and Jeff Kent will be enshrined in Cooperstown on Sunday. We’ve collected everything you need to know about the 2026 Hall of Fame induction ceremony, but here’s some of the key info:

When does the induction ceremony take place, and how can I watch it?

The induction ceremony begins on Sunday, July 26, at 1:30 p.m. ET. It will be televised exclusively on MLB Network. It will be streamed at MLB.com and in the MLB App, and broadcast on SiriusXM MLB Network Radio. The ceremony, which is expected to last between two to three hours, will also be simulcast at https://baseballhall.org/.

Where is the ceremony held?

On the grounds of the Clark Sports Center, which is located on lower Susquehanna Avenue, one mile south of the National Baseball Hall of Fame and Museum in Cooperstown, N.Y.

Can fans attend?

Yes. More than 25,000 fans typically attend the induction ceremony. Lawn seating for the ceremony is unlimited and free of charge. Keep the conditions in mind, since the event is held outdoors — rain or shine (unless severe weather forces a cancellation).

Which caps will the new Hall of Famers have on their plaques?

Beltrán will be the third player to have a Mets logo on his Hall of Fame plaque, following Tom Seaver and Mike Piazza. Jones will be the 12th player to enter the Hall as a Brave, and Kent will be the 16th player to represent the Giants.

See more details on the Hall of Fame induction here >>

GAMES OF THE WEEKEND

Here’s one game to watch for each day this weekend. Go to MLB.com/Watch for info on how to watch every game this season.

Tonight: Yankees at Phillies (6:45 p.m. ET, Apple TV)

We’ve got an All-Star pitching matchup in the series opener between these two playoff contenders, as AL Cy Young frontrunner Cam Schlittler duels against Phillies lefty Jesús Luzardo. There are also some of the top sluggers in the Majors on both sides, with NL home run leader Kyle Schwarber and Bryce Harper leading the way for Philadelphia against Ben Rice and the Bronx Bombers.

Tomorrow: Dodgers at Mets (7:15 p.m. ET, FOX)

Speaking of pitchers’ duels — in this Saturdayprimetime showdown, Dodgers ace Yoshinobu Yamamoto squares off against Mets phenom Nolan McLean. McLean just dominated the rival Phillies with a 10-strikeout gem in his last start … but Yamamoto is coming off a masterpiece of his own, a complete-game victory over the Yankees. Can he do the same to the other New York team?

Sunday: Mariners at Rangers (2:35 p.m. ET, MLB.TV)

These two AL West rivals are battling for first place in the division — the Rangers hold a half-game lead over Seattle entering the weekend. All three games have enticing pitching matchups, but we have our eyes on the series finale, which pits Jacob deGrom against Logan Gilbert.

BEST TRADE FITS FOR CONTACT KING

Luis Arraez is one of the most mentioned and most polarizing names on the trade market this season.

Will baseball’s king of contact hitting be on the move before the Aug. 3 Trade Deadline? And if so, where to? Mike Petriello takes a stab at making sense of Arraez’s situation.

He breaks down the six best trade fits for the Giants second baseman. Here are three of the most interesting:

Yankees

Given how much the offense has collapsed since Aaron Judge went down, and because this team really does strike out too much, this is a trade match that’s probably going to come up a lot. The only problem is Arraez isn’t a perfect positional fit with the Yankees’ roster.

Red Sox

The Red Sox going on a 15-game win streak suddenly puts them in position to be buyers, and no team has gotten less out of left-handed hitters than Boston has. Plus, only the non-contending Reds and Mets have had less offensive production from second base.

Rangers

This could be the move that helps the Rangers hang onto first place in the wide-open AL West. And manager Skip Schumaker once called Arraez “one of my favorite players I’ve ever been around,” back when he was the Marlins’ manager and Arraez had been traded to San Diego.

Find out who’s the No. 1 trade fit for Arraez here >>

HOW YANKS CAN FILL CATCHING NEED

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We just took a look at the teams that were the best fit for a player (Arraez). Now let’s do the opposite and take a look at which players are the best fit for a team.

The Yankees need catching. It’s one of the most obvious Trade Deadline needs. So Thomas Harrigan breaks down the best options for New York to address the catcher position.

Harrigan divides the catchers on the market into five tiers based on their fit with New York:

The most likely target: There’s a lot of trade buzz around this backstop.

The dream options: A couple of All-Stars the Yanks would love to have.

Don’t rule it out: An outside-the-box, but not untouchable, possibility.

Probably not happening: A catcher who’s a long shot to get traded, but would be a big fish to land.

Fallback options: These guys would still help, but it’s not the high end of the market.

See the catchers that fall into each tier here >>

A MUNE … SUSHI … PUSH-POP

You could have given us a million guesses, and we would’ve never predicted the newest Munetaka Murakami concession at White Sox games.

It’s called the “Muneshot.” It’s a sushi push-pop featuring the White Sox rookie sensation. And the next time we’re in Chicago, we will be trying it.

The tubular Murakami sushi — designed for you to push your sushi roll up through the top, one piece at a time — comes in two varieties: shrimp tempura roll and California crunch roll.

The Muneshot Sushi Push-Pop can be found at Lucky’s Section 154 and portable carts on 100 and 500 levels at Rate Field.

Discover Summer Sips from Spain & Italy This Weekend

Hello Peter,

Join us this weekend for two exciting tastings featuring wines full of character, tradition, and summertime appeal.

Friday evening, Steve & Heidi are pouring a lineup of Spanish wines and craft beers, featuring a refreshing Albariño from Rías Baixas, a vibrant Mencía rosé from Bierzo, a classic Rioja Crianza, and a special offer on the highly rated Bodega Milsetentayseis 1076 Ribera del Duero 2019 (96 pts, Wine Enthusiast). We’ll also have two warm-weather favorites from Right Proper and Väsen Brewing to complete the evening.

Saturday afternoon, Fabio takes us to Italy with a beautiful selection of wines from across the country, including crisp whites, a refreshing rosé, and elegant reds showcasing the diversity of Italian wine. From the mineral-driven Passerina to the rich, savory Carignano del Sulcis and Syrah, there’s something for every palate.

Stop by, taste something new, and enjoy free tastings Friday from 4–7:30 PM and Saturday from 1–5 PM. As always, everything on the tasting table is 10% off all weekend in-store and online! 🍷

Friday Evening Tasting: Spanish Wines & Craft Beers

Terras Gauda Abadía de San Campio Albariño 2024 – Aromatic and refreshing with notes of peach, apricot, lemon, and tropical fruit. Crisp acidity balances a creamy, textured palate with hints of citrus and herbs, finishing long and vibrant. BUY NOW

Liquid Geography Rosé of Mencía NV – vibrant, dry rosé with notes of strawberry, red currant, and white pepper. Crisp and mineral-driven with bright acidity and a refreshing finish. Made from 50+ year-old Mencía vines, with 50% of profits donated to Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center and Wine on Wheels.BUY NOW

Marqués de Riscal Arienzo Rioja Crianza 2022 – Fresh and fruit-driven with notes of coconut, vanilla, and spice. Soft and smooth with a long finish. Pairs beautifully with grilled meats, fish, and aged cheeses. BUY NOW

SPECIAL OFFER: Bodega Milsetentayseis 1076 Ribera del Duero 2019 (96 Pts, Wine Enthusiast) – Rich and elegant with flavors of ripe blackberry, dark cherry, and plum, layered with spice and subtle oak. Made from 100-year-old Tinto Fino vines grown at 1,076-foot elevation in Ribera del Duero, delivering depth, structure, and a long, refined finish.

Regularly $74.99. This weekend $59! Very Limited Availability. BUY NOW

Right Proper Paloma Wheat Ale with Grapefruit – A refreshing wheat ale inspired by the classic Paloma cocktail, featuring bright grapefruit citrus, subtle sweetness, and a crisp, clean finish. Light, lively, and perfect for warm weather sipping. ABV = 5% BUY NOW

Väsen Bivy Hazy IPA – A juicy, hop-forward hazy IPA bursting with notes of tropical fruit, citrus, and stone fruit. Soft and smooth with a balanced bitterness and a refreshing, full-flavored finish. ABV = 6.5% BUY NOW

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Saturday Afternoon Italian Wine Tasting w/ Fabio

Zorzettig Pinot Grigio 2024 – Fresh and crisp with notes of white peach, Williams pear, and delicate flowers. Bright acidity leads to a clean, refreshing finish. BUY NOW

Lacanosa Servator Passerina 2025 – Bright and refreshing with aromas of fresh white fruit and chamomile. Crisp acidity highlights flavors of lemon curd, subtle white pepper, and a touch of almond, finishing with lively minerality.BUY NOW

Cordano Le Rose di Anna Rosé 2025 – A fresh, elegant rosé with aromas of strawberry, watermelon, and delicate floral notes. Crisp and refreshing, with bright red fruit flavors and a clean, dry finish. BUY NOW

Sàdus Pater Nur Carignano del Sulcis 2019 – Ruby red with garnet hues, offering aromas of red berries, Mediterranean herbs, and subtle roasted coffee. The palate is broad and velvety with juicy dark fruit, savory notes, grippy tannins, and a long, balanced finish. BUY NOW

Rosso Gandinaia Syrah Tenuta Colombarola 2016 – Deep ruby red with aromas of blackberry, blueberry, violet, tobacco, and spice. Elegant and full-bodied with smooth tannins, balanced structure, and a long, rich finish. BUY NOW

See you this weekend and thank you for shopping local!

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Examination of Conscience

The daily examination of conscience is an ancient Catholic practice. It’s very simple, and it’s designed to help us identify our sins and weaknesses so that we can improve and grow stronger in the spiritual life, while providing an excellent ongoing preparation for regular Confession. It consists of taking a few minutes at the end of the day to prayerfully review our actions in the light of God’s commandments, followed by the Act of Contrition.1. Reflect on the victories and losses

Actively reflecting on the high and low points of the day can help you live more intentionally and bring a renewed sense of resolve into the following day.

Review your actions, words, and thoughts today. Did you actively guard yourself against temptation? Where did sin creep in?
In what moments did you practice virtue and moral courage?
Were you attuned to the Holy Spirit’s promptings today? Where did you feel His inspiration?
Ask Him for the graces necessary to follow His Will more purposefully tomorrow.

2. Act of Contrition

O my God, I am heartily sorry for having offended Thee, and I detest all my sins because of Thy just punishments, but most of all because they offend Thee, my God, Who art all good and deserving of all my love. I firmly resolve with the help of Thy grace to sin no more and to avoid the near occasions of sin. Amen.3. Practice gratitude

It is God’s love that has brought you into existence and to this exact moment. Practice looking for His hand in your day.

Where did you feel His loving gaze upon you today?
What people or moments helped you see God in your life?
Thank God for all these moments!
Ask Him to help you recognize His blessings and providence tomorrow.

4. Renew your commitment to Christ

Remember: our Faith is founded upon a Person—Christ! Renew your personal love and devotion to Him.

Thank God for the gift of His Son Jesus and our call to be His disciples.
Tell the Lord of your desire to know Christ more personally.
If possible, set an intention for your day tomorrow. Ask Our Lord to guide you in this act.
Pray a Hail Mary, Our Father, or another beloved prayer.

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John 1:14-18 – Understanding Monogenes: Jesus as the Unique Son of God in John 1

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John 1:14-18

(14) And the Word was made flesh, and dwelt among us, (and we beheld his glory, the glory as of the only begotten of the Father,) full of grace and truth. (15) John bare witness of him, and cried, saying, This was he of whom I spake, He that cometh after me is preferred before me: for he was before me. (16) And of his fulness have all we received, and grace for grace. (17) For the law was given by Moses, but grace and truth came by Jesus Christ. (18) No man hath seen God at any time, the only begotten Son, which is in the bosom of the Father, he hath declared him.
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In John 1:14, 18, the Greek term translated as “only begotten” is monogenes. Only John uses this adjective to describe Jesus, and he uses it five times. Its most common usage in Greek is as a term of endearment, though that is not all it adds to Jesus’ standing before humanity. The way John uses it also specifically indicates a human family relationship.

It also carries the sense of “only,” intensifying the sense of endearment with the idea of singleness or uniqueness. Thus, the sense of “only” becomes an important addition. There are no others like Him, and Scripture adds that there never has been. He is unique even in respect to all other usages of “son of God” in the Bible. He stands alone. Our Savior has no competition.

At this point, we need to grasp a simple, Greek grammatical rule that most English-speakers are not normally exposed to. In Greek, ho is the equivalent of the English definite article “the.” However, the apostle John does not place ho before “only begotten” in verse 14, nor before “Father” in verse 18 (though most English translations supply it anyway). Its absence is legitimate in Greek usage, as it intensifies the descriptive power of the term “only begotten”—and thus what John is attempting to explain. It amplifies its power.

By writing it in this manner, John specifically signifies that Jesus is the single, sole, exclusive, only representative and—this is important—character (image) of the Being, the Father, who sent Him. This lays additional, greater glory upon the characteristics revealed about Jesus in context.

The apostle’s object was to demonstrate and emphasize as best he could through mere words the height of the level of glory he and his fellow apostles witnessed in their three-and-a-half-year relationship with Jesus. With words, He severs Jesus of Nazareth, son of Joseph and Mary, from all other set-apart sons of God in the Scriptures, as well as from any kind of earthly, human, generational relationship.

Essentially, he is stating that Jesus’ relationship with the Father was unoriginated. All human relationships are originated and continue through the pairing of a father and a mother. Jesus’ relationship with the Father was not so. There is nothing we humans could conceive of as a sexual act by the Father that produced Jesus.

This reality should have a major impact on how we understand Their unity. Recall that Jesus says in John 10:30, “I and My Father are one.” Therefore, everything the Father is in character Jesus is also, even though Jesus is a separate personality from the Father. Just as the Father has always existed, so has the Son. The apostle John used this grammatical rule five times, so we would get the point. Jesus was and is every bit as much God as the Father.

Thus, the term “begotten” as used regarding Jesus does not apply in the same way it does for humans. Nevertheless, John used it to establish the concept of a family relationship so we could understand our relationship to God, as Father and child, more clearly.

— John W. Ritenbaugh

To learn more, see:
Why Hebrews Was Written (Part Eight): Hebrews 1