SE Valley Times

New Plant Square Footage Calculator Simplifies Grass-to-Xeriscape Conversion Process

By SE Valley Times Report | Nov 15, 2023

The City of Mesa is seeking volunteers for AARP Foundation Experience Corps, a program that engages volunteers 50 and older as tutors and mentors to help K-3 students become proficient readers by the end of third grade. Details at MesaNow.org

New Plant Square Footage Calculator Simplifies Grass-to-Xeriscape Conversion Process

By SE Valley Times Report | Nov 14, 2023

Mesa has launched the Plant Square Footage Calculator to simplify the Grass-to-Xeriscape conversion process for homeowners, saving water and money. Details at MesaNow.org

Which former SE Valley Times area high school standouts will be in action in the week starting Mon Nov. 13?

By SE Valley Times | Nov 11, 2023

These former SE Valley Times area high school standouts will be in action in the week starting Mon Nov. 13.

SE Valley Times area weekly mass times

By SE Valley Times | Nov 11, 2023

The following parishes in the SE Valley Times coverage area hold weekly mass at these designated times.

Gilbert Ranked Among Best Places for Veterans to Live

By SE Valley Times Report | Nov 9, 2023

Gilbert is the 8th best place in the U.S. for military veterans to live, according to WalletHub.

Gilbert Fire & Rescue Wants Your Feedback

By SE Valley Times Report | Nov 8, 2023

The Gilbert Fire & Rescue Department wants to hear from you.

Arizona leaders challenge Biden’s land designations

By SE Valley Times | Nov 6, 2023

Senate President Warren Petersen has urged the 10th Circuit U.S. Court of Appeals to consider a case against President Joe Biden's actions concerning land seizures in Utah.

Which former SE Valley Times area high school standouts will be in action in the week starting Mon Nov. 6?

By SE Valley Times | Nov 4, 2023

These former SE Valley Times area high school standouts will be in action in the week starting Mon Nov. 6.

SE Valley Times area weekly mass times

By SE Valley Times | Nov 4, 2023

The following parishes in the SE Valley Times coverage area hold weekly mass at these designated times.

From PHX Reporter

Phoenix history for Nov. 4, 2001: Arizona Diamondbacks win the World Series

By PHX Reporter News Service | 1 year ago

On Nov. 4, 2001, the Arizona Diamondbacks secured their first World Series title by defeating the New York Yankees 3-2 in Game 7.

Maricopa County Education: Which school had most students enrolled in 2022-23 school year?

By SE Valley Times | Nov 3, 2023

Primavera - Online stood out in Maricopa County with 6,399 students enrolled in the 2022-23 school year, according to the Arizona Department of Education.

Census Bureau: 10.6% of people in Maricopa County identified as multiracial in 2021

By SE Valley Times | Nov 3, 2023

Of the 4,367,186 citizens living in Maricopa County in 2021, 89.4% said they were only one race, while 10.6% said they were two or more races, according to U.S. Census Bureau data obtained in June.

Gilbert to Honor and Celebrate America’s Military Veterans

By SE Valley Times Report | Nov 3, 2023

Veterans Day is a time to honor the heroes in our community.

Mesa Names Jaye O'Donnell as Economic Development Director

By SE Valley Times Report | Nov 2, 2023

Mesa City Manager Chris Brady announced the appointment of Jaye O’Donnell as the new Mesa Economic Development Director. During her more than 14 years of service in Mesa, Jaye has been instrumental in positioning the City as a corporate and industrial destination and developing critical workforce development and small business resource initiatives. She replaces Bill Jabjiniak, who announced his retirement in early October

Book Donation Drives

By SE Valley Times Report | Nov 2, 2023

Donate books, magazines, movies, and music without even leaving your car! Mesa Library volunteers will be on hand to help unload your donations from 9am-12pm on the following dates:

October 30 Gilbert Police Update

By SE Valley Times Report | Nov 2, 2023

The Gilbert Police Department was made aware of concerns made by a second-hand party involving a staff member at Higley High School.

Mesa Opens 12 New Pickleball Courts

By SE Valley Times Report | Nov 1, 2023

As pickleball continues to grow in popularity, Mesa is opening 12 new pickleball courts this week.

Rep. Biggs: 'Americans have something to really look forward to' with new House Speaker

By SE Valley Times | Nov 1, 2023

Arizona Rep. Andy Biggs expressed optimism in Mike Johnson's leadership since he was elected as the Speaker of the House last week, ending a three-week period without a Speaker. Biggs stated, "The Left has destroyed our great nation. But having Mike Johnson as our new Speaker gets us back on track. Americans have something to really look forward to."

CMC Celebrates the Dedication of New Micro Mill in Mesa

By SE Valley Times Report | Oct 31, 2023

CMC has dedicated its new micro mill located in southeast Mesa. This is CMC's third micro mill and will be the first in the world to produce rebar as well as merchant bar quality products through a continuous production process and will be among the most environmentally friendly steelmaking operations in the world

1989 - The Year that Shaped Gilbert's Downtown Heritage District

By SE Valley Times Report | Oct 31, 2023

1989 marked the end of a decade, but the start of an age in Gilbert.