School district approves bond refinancing plan to save taxpayer dollars

The Governing Board of the Buckeye Union High School District approved a refinancing proposal Monday expected to save taxpayers up to $3 million. A plan presented by Jeff Simmons of […]
Senate Republicans pass bills to restart stalled homebuilding, address water challenges

Source: Arizona State Republicans Senate Republicans are taking action today to protect Arizona’s water future, restart stalled homebuilding, and deliver practical, locally driven solutions to groundwater challenges, passing a package […]
More use of drones planned by police, fire departments

Two drone-related issues will go before the Buckeye City Council on Tuesday. Listed as routine issues on the council’s Consent Agenda, no separate discussion is expected on the items unless […]
Buckeye homebuilders wait for ruling on water rules

Local homebuilders are waiting for a ruling after a hearing Friday that could determine if water is available for future growth in Buckeye and other areas of the West Valley. […]
Carbone announces plan to run again for Dist. 25

Michael Carbone, R-25, is collecting signatures to begin his campaign for election to the Arizona Statehouse. Currently serving on several key committees – Commerce, Appropriations, Appropriations Subcommittee on State & […]
City approves primary election for three open seats on Buckeye City Council

The Buckeye City Council approved a motion Tuesday to conduct a primary election on July 21 for three open city council seats. If necessary, a general election will take place […]
City to prepare for July 21 primary election

The Buckeye City Council is expected to approve plans Tuesday to conduct a July 21 primary election for three city council candidates. If necessary, a General Election will take place […]
Students march in protest of ICE activities

Several hundred Buckeye Union School students staged a walk out today to protest U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) activities across the country. There was no indication that ICE was […]
Here’s what Buckeye cares about in the 2026 Legislative Session

The City of Buckeye approved with little comment Tuesday its 2026 state legislative priorities just a week before the 52nd regular session convenes. In short, the list can be summed […]
Austin Smith sentenced on criminal charges; banned from running for office

Former Arizona Republican lawmaker Austin Smith, who pleaded guilty in November to criminal charges connected to forged signatures on his 2024 nominating petitions, was sentenced today in Maricopa County Superior […]