After surviving a dog attack, Molly deserves a new home
Molly has a sad history.
High cost of alcohol-related crashes
In 2008, there were 6,757 alcohol-related vehicle crashes across the state. More than 4,700 people were injured and 324 people were killed.
Veterans hosting community blood drive June 14
The Maricopa Veterans Center is in need of blood donors for their Community Blood Drive, which is scheduled for Monday, June 14.
Snider unable to hold Maricopa office hours until July 6
County Leadership Institute sessions begin on June 1 and continue through the week. Therefore, the supervisor will be unable to meet with his Maricopa constituents in the Maricopa City Hall until July 6.
Protect against kidney stones; stay hydrated
Arizonans are certainly familiar with warm weather and the hazards it can pose.
Casey appointed to state economic board
Danielle Casey, CEcD, EDFP, economic development director for the city of Maricopa, was recently voted by the Arizona Association of Economic Development (AAED) membership at its spring conference to its board of directors as a non-metro community representative for a two-year term.
Southern Pacific employed 1,100 Chinese-American railroad workers
The Chinese was the largest group of immigrants to the West. Immigrants worked in a variety of trades, such as mining, small businesses, farming, ranching, and especially with the railroad.
Fire-restrictions on BLM land in effect
Due to the increasing danger of wildfires, the U.S. Bureau of Land Management (BLM) has implemented fire prevention restrictions within central Arizona.
City hosting experts for national transportation committee meeting
The National Multi-Modal Transportation Steering Committee (NMMTSC) will be hosted by the city of Maricopa on June 3-4, 2010, at the Sheraton Wild Horse Pass Resort.
Local spay and neuter assistance program funded by Build-A-Bear
Pet Social Worker / Tails of Hope has been chosen to receive a grant in the amount of $1,000 from the Build-A-Bear Workshop Foundation for the purpose of providing spay and neuter services to pets of Maricopa area residents.
Dumped, scheduled for euthanasia: Ridduck needs a home
My name is Ridduck.
DSPA’s 4th annual spring recital features 180 student dancers
Little girls (and a few boys) in sequined costumes, dance slippers and carefully styled hair took to the Maricopa High School multi-purpose room stage Saturday afternoon for DSPA's 4th annual spring recital. Students were there to send the message: "You Should Be Dancin'!"
Great reads at the Maricopa Public Library
Whether you enjoy fiction, non-fiction or a little of both, you'll have a smorgasbord to choose from this month to satisfy all your literary desires. So, get pencil and paper and let's begin.
MPD receives grant for unmarked, LIDAR-equipped vehicle
Maricopa Police Department is pleased to announce the award of a grant from the Arizona Governor's Office of Highway Safety in the amount of $55,225. The grant is for outlay for one fully equipped police vehicle with an in-car video camera and radar.
Ways to keep informed about Pinal County
Pinal County residents who want to know about events and decisions affecting their communities have an ever-increasing array of options to stay informed.