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APACHE JUNCTION, AZ — Off in the distance, east of the Valley, you can see the iconic mountain range, the Superstitions. This massive plot of land is known as Superstition Vistas, a master-planned community in Apache Junction.

Bryant Powell, Apache Junction City Manager, showed ABC15 where Superstition Vistas is being built, just south of Elliot Road, bordered to the west by Meridian Road, to the east by Idaho Road, and then to the south by Ray Road.

About 11,000 homes will eventually be built in the area. So will retail, schools, parks, and public safety facilities.

A big part of the plan is making sure there is enough water to supply the new community.

“We have to have, through Arizona State law, an assured water supply,” said Powell.

Powell says they have secured water for Superstition Vistas, but only for four square miles. “I think one of the biggest misconceptions is that this is the beginning of uncontrolled growth."

The city recently annexed eight square miles, which is in the dark orange, but only four square miles, in the light orange, will be developed for now and it will take 10 years to develop that first portion.

When people talk about Superstition Vistas and see the construction, Powell says they often think all outlined 275 square miles are suddenly being developed.

“So, at that point, you're getting into real concern of long-term water,” said Powell. “We're at the point where we can manage the first four square miles and we will now go out and work on figuring out with our partners at CAP and also the Salt River Project on other water supplies.”

When the first portion of Superstition Vistas is fully developed it will double the city's population. The city estimates over 10 years the population will go from about 38,000 to nearly 70,000.

Officials estimate it'll take another 10 years to develop the other four square miles.

“Where our rules related to groundwater and our rules related to how we can utilize is much more connected to Queen Creek and Mesa, so we have the ability to as long as we have that assured water supply which the state requires, it allows for us to develop a little bit easier,” Powell added.

If the project stays on track, the city expects the first home to be constructed next year.

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Some people living in Apache Junction are now faced with paying almost triple their rent or they are forced to move out.

APACHE JUNCTION, AZ (3TV/CBS 5) -- Some people living in Apache Junction are now faced with paying almost triple their rent, or they are forced to move out. They say they were blindsided when their property management company sent them a notice by mail. “I wanted to retire this year. I can’t do it now. I can’t retire,” renter Zane Proctor said.

Proctor has lived in his mobile home with his wife, kids and dogs for years. He says he and his neighbors pay between three to six hundred dollars a month in rent. “Everyone has been in this park 10 to 20 years,” Proctor said.

He and his neighbors recently received a letter in the mail. It says, “The new monthly rent will be $1000+, and if you agree, we can sign a new lease, or you can vacate this property via this 30 day notice.” It also says, “The change will kick in October 1.”

Renters say they got this letter just last week. That gives them a little over a month to make a decision. “Everybody was really upset about this because everyone got blindsided,” Proctor said.

“I don’t know what the reason behind it was,” another renter, David Godsey, said. We, too, wanted answers. Why is the rent going up this much? Why were these renters given such short notice?

The letter was sent by Lemon Holdings LLC. We showed up at their door after trying to get ahold of them through phone and email. Still, no one has responded. “It’s like these guys just don’t care,” Godsey said.

According to Zumper, the average rent for a one-bedroom apartment in Apache Junction is $1,195. These renters say they know their current rent is fairly low; they just wish they were given more time to make arrangements. “We actually want to get out of here,” Godsey said. “But to do that when we were trying to get ahead so we could actually move, it hurts. It’s wrong.”

Arizona’s Family will continue to reach out to the property management company. Renters say they’ve also reached out with their questions and complaints and have not been able to get ahold of anyone. “They’re coming in, buying property and jacking up everything and it’s making it hard for normal, average people to live,” Proctor said. “I don’t know what to do. I don’t know where to go.”

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APACHE JUNCTION, Ariz. - A man is being hailed as a hero after saving an Apache Junction man from a burning trailer last month.

The man Adrian Garcia saved is still sedated in the hospital with burns to over 15% of his body, but doctors told the family that if he spent another five minutes in that trailer, it would have been too late.

Right place, right time

"I was driving down Main Street, Apache Trail and noticed smoke in the distance," he said.

Garcia pulled over and immediately ran to the trailer park. He heard a woman screaming that a man named Brad was still inside.

However, access to the park was blocked by a six-foot wall.

"At that point, I'm like, I've got to get him out," Garcia said. "I ran across the street against the officer's orders, controlling the crowd - she told me not to jump the wall, but I told her, 'Don't worry ma'am. I'm a professional,' and I jumped over the wall."

He found a door to the RV and managed to get inside.

"And sure enough, there's a male laying on the floor on his back right in front of the doorway, and I try to lift him up, but he's a big guy," Garcia said. "So I wedged my feet into the doorway [which] gave me some leverage and yanked him out, and we both fell out of the trailer onto the floor."

Grateful reunion

Now, a month after the fire, Brad's family was able to meet Adrian.

"I was taken aback by his bravery," said Adrianna Herch, the mother of Brad's children. "A random person pulling off on the street and hopping a wall - and to know there's still people out there like that is comforting."

Brad is still in the hospital and has a long road to recovery, but doctors say he wouldn't have made it if he stayed in that trailer for another five minutes.

Adrian says he doesn't consider himself a hero.

"No, no," he said. "Just right place, right time."

But to Brad's family, he will always be their hero.

"To know that I made a difference for them…just to see them happy makes me happy," Garcia said.

Support the family's GoFundMe: https://www.gofundme.com/f/help-4-brad

Arizona is among the most picturesque USA states and has a lot to provide visitors in terms of natural beauty. The state is home to several lakes, also offering a pleasant, tranquil ambiance that makes it easier to unwind and see the beauty of Arizona.

One of the most picturesque spots is the modest Canyon Lake. It is a perfect place to take the family to explore because it has quiet campgrounds, stunning water views, and excellent fishing. Every summer, guests can spend a mini vacation at this paradise. Let us check out more about going to Canyon Lake, one of the incredible places to visit in Arizona.

Why Go To Canyon Lake?

Arizona experiences extreme heat during the summer. Because of how hot it gets, temperatures might easily rise to slightly around 100°F, typical for Arizona at this time of the year. Arizona boasts many lovely river access spots, swimming holes, and picturesque lakes where visitors may cool off in the summer. One of the top spots to go is Canyon Lake in Arizona, where visitors can relax, have a picnic, and get away from the heat. People can keep their bodies cool by often swimming in the lake.

Among the many things to do in Arizona is going on a scenic drive. The Apache Trail, among Arizona's most picturesque roads, begins at Canyon Lake. The route starts with paved roads before switching to winding dirt tracks and meandering through a distinctive scenery that ranges from undulating desert to towering bluffs at Fish Creek Ridge with a flowing waterfall when it rains in the arid. The spring season, when the succulents are in blossom and the wilderness bursts into color with a dazzling array of wild blooms, is the perfect time to take in the glory of the journey.

Boating would be another popular pastime at Canyon Lake. Visitors have an excellent option to just relax in a boat and soak in the stunning surroundings, either by taking their personal or by leasing from a nearby business. For a modest float, rental boats run about $80 per hour or $400 per day. People can also rent jet skis and kayaks for less money. The ripples from the numerous boats that sail by in the Canyon Lake generate a modest stream, but nothing too powerful. It will be the ideal activity to take a lake cruise.

The best water activity will undoubtedly be tubing, especially for little children. Try inflatable tubes at the lake if folks don't have a yacht or don't want to go boating there. Visitors can plunge into the chilly, soothing water after inflating their tubes.

Just remember that it's not really sandy like a beachfront. One must navigate a rocky area in order to reach the water. Once submerged, the rocks can be a little slick, so exercise caution and pay attention to the footing.

Undoubtedly, Canyon Lake and the neighboring terrain are a perfect spot for Phoenix locals and tourists. The Tortilla Flat Campsite, with 77 camping sites with sewer and water services accessible for a modest cost and is active from October until April, is located two miles away from the lagoon. There are just three sites available at this free, year-round camping, so according to the season, getting there soon can be essential if visitors wish to stay there.

There are also three leisure areas: the Boulder Creek Campground, the Palo Verde Recreational site, and the Acacia Picnic zone. The locations feature picnic spaces and bathroom facilities, and the beautiful environment permits for all three to remain open throughout the year. They are accessible without cost.

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What To See In The Vicinity?

Arizona has a few National Parks, and while this one here is a state park but it is incredible. Lost Dutchman State Park, which bears the title of the legendary gold mining site, is located twenty min away from Canyon Lake. While some travel here for a peaceful moment of nature's relaxation, others come to indulge their adventurous sides by mountain biking or hiking any one of the six paths. About 135 RV and campsites are available, and visitors would not want to skip the park's unique highlights, including full-moon treks, bird watching, and musical performances by the bonfire. Visitors will undoubtedly like this park as it is absolutely beautiful to visit.

Visitors can travel the Apache Trail, which will take them to an old stagecoach station in the Tonto National Forest in Arizona. Perhaps among the most untamed and naturally stunning areas could be found in the Tonto NF. There is a spot where individuals can get away from the stresses of contemporary culture with about 600,000 acres of woodland. Lake shores or chilly pine forests are only two examples of the beautiful leisure activities that this diverse natural location provides all year long. A trip to the forest will be a total blast.

While there are many towns in Arizona that are not visited a lot by travelers but Canyon Lake is undoubtedly among the top natural tourist destinations in Arizona. Here, vacationers may unwind and enjoy nature to the fullest. People should therefore start making travel plans right away.

An 82-year-old Walmart worker, who had just $50 in her bank account and moves around with a cane, was gifted more than $130,000 from kind-hearted strangers.

Carman Kelly, 82, of Arizona, has worked at the Apache Junction Walmart for a little over two years to help fund her hefty medical bills.

'Well, I was in the emergency room a few times and I ran out of money,' she told News 12, laughing. 'My life has been up and down, up and down. They say these are the golden years, but what's golden about them?'

'My Walmart money, it helped me pay for food and gas and other things,' she told Good Morning America (GMA).

Carman's world got a lot more golden after she met Liz Rizzo, who was shopping at the store and noticed the Walmart greeter was leaning on a shopping cart with a cane in the basket.

'When I saw her when I walked in the door, my heart just cracked open,' Liz told the news outlet. 'The seniors in the world need to be taken care of because they took care of us.'

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Carman said she needed to work to help pay for her emergency room and medical bill that total around $10,000

She met Liz Rizzo (right) while on shift at Walmart. After finding out the 82-year-old had to work to survive, she started a GoFundMe, which has since raised $133,000

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In the TikTok, which has been viewed 15.5million times, Liz asked the friendly Walmart associate if she 'needed to work here.'

Carman sadly answered: 'Yeah.' And when asked why Walmart didn't provide her with a chair, she told Liz: 'No need, I have this,' indicating to her shopping cart.

According to several employees Liz talked to, the company's policy states employees cannot sit throughout their shifts.

However, Walmart said in a statement to AZ Family that it 'honors reasonable accommodations' and has a 'long history of working with associates with disabilities.'

Liz started a GoFundMe for Carman, setting the goal at $10,000 - the total amount of her medical bills - which they originally thought would never be met. But much to Carman and Liz's surprise, the fundraiser has raised more than $133,000 in two weeks.

When she started the fundraiser for Carman, she had no idea the older woman had only $50 in her bank account, which she said would 'last her until next week.'

Now, the $133,000 will go into a trust, according to Liz, to make sure the money goes directly to Carman. The 82-year-old and her family are also working with a financial advisor to help deal with the large sum of money.

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Carman is 'hoping' to retire after receiving the money, which she is expected to receive before the new year, and called Liz her 'guardian angel'

Carman is expected to receive the money before the new year.

In an update video, Carman thanked the strangers who helped her and said she 'hoped' to retire after using the money to pay off her medical bills.

'My life is going to change so much,' Carman told News 12. 'It is a miracle. I can't thank you enough,' she told Liz, who she calls her 'guardian angel.'

'I mean, she was a total stranger to me and it's like God sent her to me. And I really feel that way because she has been absolutely wonderful,' she told GMA.

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'This will be the golden years for me!' she told News 12 with a bright smile on her face.

Carman plans on moving out of her current home and going into assisted living to help her when she falls after she receives the money.

As for Liz, she's still shocked by how far her TikTok reached and is now encouraging others to 'be kind.'

'My main purpose in this whole thing is to inspire others to do what I've done,' she told GMA. 'Just go out and help someone. You don't have to do a fundraiser. You can do anything.'