Latino students were the largest ethnic group in Pinal County schools in the 2025-26 school year, according to the Arizona Department of Education.

Pinal County Animal Care and Control will offer free pet microchipping throughout June ahead of Independence Day celebrations. Officials say this effort aims to reduce lost pets during a time when shelters typically see increased intake.

The Greater Florence Chamber of Commerce is seeking nominations for its 2026 Business Person of the Year award. Eligible nominees must work for chamber-member businesses in Florence. The winner will be honored at an event this fall.

Don’t miss out on this entertainment event happening in Pinal County this week.

Don’t miss out on these family and kids events happening in Pinal County this week.

Arizona State Senator T.J. Shope marked the close of the legislative session with several posts on Twitter between June 12-13, 2026.

ADOT has announced multiple freeway closures across Phoenix from June 12-15 due to improvement projects. Drivers should prepare for detours affecting SR 51, Loops 101 and 202, plus key surface streets. The Coolidge Chamber of Commerce continues its mission supporting local business interests.

The cheapest reported price for a gallon of E85 gas in Pinal County came in at $4.39 during the week ending May 30.

Don’t miss out on this entertainment event happening in Pinal County this week.

The lowest price for a gallon of diesel gas in Pinal County during the week ending May 30 was $5.29, according to customer reports to GasBuddy.

SPC Credit Union joined with Leadership Hartsville for a poverty simulation event on May 14. The exercise aimed to help participants understand challenges faced by those living in poverty through immersive activities involving local organizations.

This week ending June 6 marks the anniversaries of military service members from Pinal County who gave their lives in military service.