Press Article: Valley News Highlights (May 2-4)
PHOENIX – The Valley has seen significant developments from May 2 to 4, featuring key stories including sentencing in the Preston Lord murder case, a golf course restoration, real estate developments, a homicide arrest, and ongoing concerns about police workspaces.
In the murder of 16-year-old Preston Lord, William Owen Hines, 19, was sentenced to 17 years in prison, marking a pivotal moment in this high-profile case stemming from a fatal assault at a Halloween party in Queen Creek. Hines initially pleaded not guilty but later entered a plea agreement to manslaughter.
Meanwhile, Desert Highlands, a prestigious Scottsdale golf course designed by Jack Nicklaus, has closed for a $10 million restoration project, expected to last until November. This update includes enhancements to hole designs and course landscaping.
In real estate news, MDF Development announced plans for a $30 million private compound in Paradise Valley, covering 15,000 square feet with a 20-car garage, set for completion in 2028.
Additionally, police arrested Antolino Ballejos Jr. in connection with an April shooting in Mesa that resulted in one death.
Furthermore, Arizona DPS troopers are advocating for improvements to deteriorating workspaces, highlighting safety risks affecting their operations and recruitment.
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