‘He never quits’: Track coach still teaches by example
He may have come late to track and field, but Corey Nelson has kept going and going … and going.
In his second year as...
Spreading love and hope in time of COVID-19
While some Maricopans are putting up Christmas lights, others are painting windows in a sign of solidarity to spread love and hope as families...
City initiates discussion to take over small water district
The City of Maricopa is not taking over Global Water Resources anytime soon, but it is courting Maricopa Consolidated Domestic Water Improvement District.
A special...
City Hall adapting to COVID-19’s ‘very deep but very brief’ impact
In city parks, playground equipment will be blocked off and restrooms will be closed. Maricopa Public Library will no longer provide curbside delivery of...
Social distancing a must after executive order
Though on the surface, the latest executive order from Gov. Doug Ducey does not seem much different from previous announcements, it does have some...
Ak-Chin Community declares state of emergency
Ak-Chin Community Council has declared a State of Emergency due to the growing public health threat posed by the novel coronavirus (COVID-19). The Community...
Homestead lights up with Christmas spirit during coronavirus
Residents in the Homestead North subdivision are brightening spirits during the COVID-19 outbreak by putting up Christmas lights in their front yards.
“The Christmas lights...
Ongoing development around Maricopa
Owners of the once-defunct Santa Rosa Crossings, G4 RRJK International LLLP, received re-approval for Phases I and II at the previously platted subdivision next...
Pinal scores a D in social distancing
Residents of Pinal County may not be all that great at staying home during the COVID-19 pandemic.
A company that tracks GPS data has handed...
Protect yourself, others from COVID-19
The novel coronavirus COVID-19 was first announced in Wuhan, Hubei Province, China, in December. Its symptoms are similar to common influenza but its fatality...
Highs to dip below 70 this weekend before warming trend
A weekend of sun and cool temperatures is expected in Maricopa before a quick warming period next week, according to the National Weather Service.
Today...
MUSD to provide online, hardcopy coursework
Access to the Internet will not be necessary for participating in Maricopa Unified School District's distance-learning plan.
Starting Monday, the district will make educational resources...
MUSD to consider special resolution on coronavirus
Technically, Maricopa Unified School District is still on spring break.
While many public schools in the state were closed by state mandate to mitigate the...
4th Annual Izzy Softball Tournament Postponed
Kevin McDill one of the organizers of the Izzy Softball Tournament posted this notice to social media: “It is with a heavy heart that...
‘Grandpa’ Jones still on road to recovery with artificial heart
Back in October, the Jones family had their lives changed forever. Last time we met with Victor “Grandpa” Jones, he had gone through surgery...
‘New’ Walgreens gets liquor license
Walgreens is under interior construction and maintenance on Maricopa-Casa Grande Highway. The location received approval for a liquor license from city council March 17.
Though...
Paperless Maricopans could clog sewer mains with ‘nonflushables’
By Bob McGovern
The run on toilet paper during the coronavirus pandemic is leading to another crisis – in the sewer system.
It’s actually a heightened...
Sales rise at gun store, meat shop amid COVID-19 concerns
Business owners say panic buying and food shortage led to an increase in sales of firearms and meat cuts.
Arizona Law Dawgs and The Box...
MUSD cancels facility rental agreements due to coronavirus
Maricopa Unified School District is reminding families that, though schools are closed for spring break through March 27, the actual closure could extend beyond...
O’Halleran, epidemiologist urge precautions, not panic
By Rep. Tom O'Halleran
When I was elected to Congress in 2016, I vowed to do my part to keep Arizona families healthy and informed....
After rainy week, sun returns to Maricopa for weekend
After a slightly cool start, Maricopa can expect a mild weekend with lots of sun, according to the National Weather Service.
Today is mostly sunny...
Harrah’s Ak-Chin Casino to close temporarily
Local casinos are shutting the slots for a little while.
Harrah's Ak-Chin Casino, owned by Ak-Chin Indian Community, announced its closure starting at 4 a.m....
3 more coronavirus cases confirmed in Pinal County
Pinal County Public Health Department
Pinal County Public Health Department can confirm three new cases have been diagnosed with COVID-19 in Pinal County.
The first...
Coronavirus impacts City programs, cancels events
As companies and organizations have temporarily altered the way they do business during the novel coronavirus outbreak, the City of Maricopa has had to...
Global Water, ED3 suspend disconnections
Global Water Resources and Electrical District No. 3 announced they are temporarily suspending any shutoffs.
Both utilities are also waiving late fees and remind low-income...
Bashas’, Dollar General create special hours for seniors
Dollar General, which has a store on Papago Road south of Maricopa, and Bashas’ announced this week they will dedicate a shopping hour for...
At Pinal jail, coronavirus screening protocols were stepped up months ago
By Bob McGovern
While U.S. health officials say they expect the number of cases of coronavirus to climb dramatically in the coming days, Pinal County...
Churches adjust to threat of coronavirus
Arizona Department of Health Services has recommended the cancellation or postponement of any gatherings of more than 50 people. The state has had 18...
State closes schools for 2 weeks
Gov. Doug Ducey and Superintendent of Public Instruction Kathy Hoffman announced Sunday the closures of all public schools in the state through March 27...
Walmart reduces hours amid coronavirus
Walmart Executive Vice President Dacona Smith announced Saturday a nationwide adjustment in operating hours beginning Sunday.
The change is part of the retail giant's approach...