The City of Imperial’s legal struggle over the County’s data center approval process took a step forward in Superior Court. Imperial’s mayor seized the moment to stress the importance of public oversight as the lawsuit moves ahead.

A letter writer expresses serious concern over the state’s ongoing support of the EFA program and refutes allegations of harassing EFA vendors. Highlighting a Concord Monitor article that accused a friend of harassment, the writer insists that asking tough questions does not amount to intimidation.

Arizona’s State Land Department has come under criticism for selling 48,000 acres over eight years without a legal long-range plan in place. A recent Auditor General’s report outlines the department’s failure to meet state planning requirements, sparking concerns about oversight and accountability.