A historic look at Rancho El Dorado
Rancho El Dorado is among the first subdivisions in Maricopa. Below you can see the subdivision in 2003 and 2007, courtesy of El Dorado...
Challenging ageism in the workplace
At 52, April Munk recalled her first real brush with ageism.
“There was one group of people I worked with for one school year that...
City leaders address cannabis facilities, roadside memorials
Between April 12 and May 12, there were four measures or resolutions put forward by Maricopa's leaders, including an update to the cannabis codes...
Downey, Harmon join Board of Trustees
During a regular meeting on May 10, the Maricopa Unified School District Governing Board appointed its president, Robert Downey, to the Board of Trustees...
Local business owners/residents relish their short commutes
InMaricopa talked with several business owners who live and work in Maricopa about the benefits they see from their short daily commutes:
Where do you...
Harrah’s guests donate nearly $30,000 to local charities
A recent initiative at Harrah’s Ak-Chin Casino allows patrons to donate their spare change via NRT machines at cash out.
Since the program’s launch in...
Maricopa comes together to honor Trey Liermann
In a display of community solidarity, Maricopa High School will host a fundraiser on June 14 to pay tribute to Trey Liermann, a former...
Housing boom continues in Maricopa
There were 120 new homes permitted in Maricopa between April 12 and May 12. D.R. Horton led the way with 54 homes, 46 of...
Molly’s House of Little Feet Graduation
Molly's House of Little Feet, a preschool and daycare facility founded by Amalia Clark, recently held a heartwarming graduation ceremony at Sequoia Pathway Elementary...
Be Awesome to address internet safety, among other topics tomorrow
From 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. tomorrow, the Be Awesome Youth Coalition and the Maricopa Youth Council are hosting a free, one-day conference at...
Early week ramp closures on Riggs Road
The Arizona Department of Transportation advises drivers to plan for nightly ramp closures along westbound Interstate 10 from the Gila River Bridge to Riggs...
6 weekend closures on Valley highways
Westbound Interstate 10 will be closed between US 60 (Superstition Freeway) and State Route 143 from 10 p.m. June 9 to 4 a.m. June...
New traffic signal to be operational soon
Construction continues at the corner of West Smith Enke Road and Chase Drive as a new traffic light is installed with the purpose of...
Nando’s fired up for fall opening
Despite some setbacks, Nando’s Mexican Café is looking forward to opening this fall at its upcoming Maricopa location. Â
During a city council meeting Tuesday, Marijka...
Local teen begins work on second city art project
A Hidden Valley teen is bringing the desertscape from her backyard to one of Maricopa’s intersections.Â
On Wednesday, Anisa Burke, 18, began cleaning and outlining...
Martinez concerned ADOT ‘has run amok’
Rep. Teresa Martinez wants Maricopa to know she stands by her infrastructure promises.Â
In a city council meeting Tuesday, Martinez provided example after example of...
PCSO: Alcohol may have played role in fatal crash
A Sunday evening crash that left one person dead and another injured involved drinking and speeding, according to a report from the Pinal County...
Seasonal fire restrictions begin Friday
Fire restrictions on Bureau of Land Management property begin Friday at 8 a.m.Â
These restrictions, which will be in effect in Maricopa, northern Pinal, western...
Wellness warrior: Mental health advocate Jelani Elliott talks his passion for addressing mental health...
A hello, a handshake and a flash of his infectious smile are all it takes to get a sense of Jelani Elliott’s energy and...
Overturned truck causes traffic backup on 347
07Updated 4:35 p.m., June 7, 2023.
A semi-truck overturned on State Route 347 and Riggs Road just after 3 p.m. Wednesday, blocking the right southbound...
Study for proposed traffic Interchange at Riggs Road
The Arizona Department of Transportation (ADOT), in partnership with the Gila River Indian Community, Maricopa Association of Governments (MAG), and in coordination with the...
Pedestrian struck Wednesday morning
This story was updated at 5:02 p.m. on June 9.Â
A woman was struck by a sedan near Bowlin Road and State Route 347 at...
Man faces numerous charges in vacant house arrest
A Maricopa man faces numerous charges after allegedly entering a vacant Senita home with two minors on May 31, police said.Â
At 6:52 p.m., on...
Liquor licenses approved for upcoming restaurants
Maricopa City Council said yes to liquor licenses for two upcoming restaurants during a meeting Tuesday evening. Â
The licenses for Nando’s Mexican Café and WZ...
Thai Chili 2 Go adds spice to dining scene in days
Maricopa residents looking for a wider array of dining options can add Thai Chili 2 Go to their rotation in just a matter of...
MPD seeks help identifying wandering child
As of 4:45 p.m., June 6, the child was located at home and is safe.
Maricopa Police are asking for the public’s help in identifying...
Road closure notice: Garvey Avenue closure for road repairs
The city of Maricopa announced that W. Garvey Ave, spanning between Madison Ave and Wilson Ave, will be temporarily closed for road repairs from...
Families stay cool in the pool with safety tips
As families lined up Saturday afternoon for open swim time at Copper Sky’s aquatic center, Maricopa Fire and Medical Department were on hand to...
Man arrested, charged after alleged drive-by shooting
Jeffrey McDonnell, 38, was arrested and charged on May 30 in connection with an incident involving firearms days prior. Â
At about 1 a.m. on May...
Cul-de-sac home sold for $664k after 10 days on market
The most expensive home sold in Maricopa, 21859 N. Ingram Court, April 10 through May 9 fetched $664,000 on Apr. 20.
This two-story, golf course...