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This is the current conditions weather report for Casa Grande. The report was made 33 minutes ago, at 03:15 UTC. The temperature was 63°F / 17°C, with a dew-point at 63°F / 17°C. The atmospheric pressure was 30.06 inHg / 1019 hPa. The relative humidity was 27%. The skies were clear.

Casa Grande is a dynamic, involved community, a modern city with rural heritage and old-fashioned values. Its economic base is a mix of retail trade, factory outlet shopping, manufacturing and agriculture. Founded in 1879, Casa Grande was named for the famous Hohokam Indian Ruins 20 miles to the northeast. Midway between Phoenix and Tucson, the city has grown to be the largest community in western Pinal County since its incorporation in 1915. It is the largest city in Pinal County, Arizona with a population of 32,855 according to 2005 Census Bureau estimates.

Casa Grande's location, mild climate, and scenic attractions make it attractive to tourists and winter visiotrs. The Casa Grande Valley Historical Museum offers many historical displays and facts about the area. The unique architecture of the historical railroad station and other historic buildings can be enjoyed on a walking tour of Casa Grande.
Named a Main Street city in 1992, Casa Grande is revitalizing the unique downtown area. The Casa Grande Art

Museum hosts a number of shows each year featuring sculpture, water-color, multimedia and Western art by Arizona artists. The Casa Grande Valley Players will begin a new season of community theater. The city is also the home of the Arizona State Open Chili championship held every March.
The annual O'Odham Tash Celebration, a gathering of tribes, is held in mid-February and features Native American arts and crafts, ceremonial dances, rodeos, powwows and parades.

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