Chamber’s Business Expo a networking event (GALLERY)
The Maricopa Chamber of Commerce hosted the 2017 Biz Expo at the Central Arizona College Maricopa Campus Saturday. As live music entertained potential customers,...
‘Red’ Maricopa Business Barn turns blue (VIDEO)
Changes at the Maricopa Business Barn caused a strong reaction from residents this week after its iconic red hue had suddenly turned blue.
Multiple threads...
MEDA gets extension of $125K city contract
An economic development mechanism received an updated agreement with the city Tuesday.
During a regular meeting, City Council voted to approve the new $125,000 agreement...
Council demotes MCE contract to month-to-month
Maricopa’s local business incubator and its parent company were moved to a month-to-month contract Tuesday, after city council voted to limit the term of...
Sun Life lands grant from American Cancer Society, NFL
As part of its Community Health Advocates implementing Nationwide Grants for Empowerment and Equity (CHANGE) program, the American Cancer Society has awarded a $75,000...
Supervisor, mayor battle ‘misinformation’ on Prop 416
Pinal County Supervisor Anthony Smith and Maricopa Mayor Christian Price urged local business owners to “solve the problem of misinformation out there” regarding transportation...
Maricopa Auto Fair returns private car sales to UltraStar lot
The Maricopa Auto Fair is returning to the UltraStar Multi-tainment Center parking lot Oct. 20-22. The change in this fall’s venue is that all...
City launches 2017 Copa Bingo in shop-local bid
In attempt to boost economic growth in Maricopa, the city’s Economic Development team is again initiating its city-wide Bingo game to encourage Maricopa residents...
Maricopa’s first orthodontists in ‘for the long haul
Maricopa orthodontists Tyler and Dustin Coles rooted their business in the community when the city was in the midst of historical growth.
“During the housing...
Plans for Maricopa hospital on ice
It has been five years since plans of a hospital coming to Maricopa were announced.
In 2012, Dignity Health purchased nearly 19 acres on the...
Photographer focuses on her own heart in new business
By Fran Lyons
Faux Picasso Photography has been eight years in the making.
Owner Rhonda Thom said circumstances, opportunity and, of course, “taking a huge leap...
CEO Corner: Don’t undervalue your company’s human resources
By Adam Saks
Why does a business that seems to be set for success fail?
The answer is people – the No. 1 undervalued asset that...
Council approves permit for wood grinding near Apex
The Maricopa City Council approved another conditional use permit (CUP) Tuesday, this time for a wood-grinding company that happens to sit next door to...
Personnel matters: A promotion and a hire
Feliz Leyba has been promoted to manager of Convention Services for Harrah’s Ak-Chin Casino. In her new position, Leyba will be responsible for building the...
Upcoming businesses among array of new licenses in Maricopa
Commercial: Gyro Grill, Enke Nails & Spa, Maricopa Bright Starts Academy, Maricopa Shell, Maricopa Wells Veterinary Hospital
Home-Based: Bellissimo Lashes & Brows, Bolo Tie Cleaning...
Tavern, school get ticked by health inspector
Out of 19 Maricopa eateries reviewed by Pinal County health inspectors, two received less-than-perfect scores Aug. 16-Sept. 20.
At True Grit Tavern, the inspector did...
Local businesses, organizations making progress
A proposed Denny’s received a commercial permit Sept. 6 as Halabu Development prepares to construct a 4,041-square-foot diner. The property is at 21195 N....
City to loosen restrictions on home businesses in Heritage District
City officials revealed a plan at Tuesday’s City Council meeting that could allow homes in the Heritage District to more freely be used as...
City takes over MCE lease despite incubator’s unknown future
The Maricopa City Council voted Tuesday to sign a lease on behalf of a local small-business incubator, extending its ability to function despite uncertainty...
Apex Motor Club returns to P&Z for new permit
Fresh off victories in court, the officers of Apex Motor Club were back before Maricopa Planning & Zoning Commission on Monday seeking a development...
Volunteers spruce up Business Barn for F.O.R. Maricopa (VIDEO)
Instead of sleeping in Saturday morning, volunteers woke up early to volunteer for a good cause.
Nearly 20 people met to spruce up one of...
Schools, Legion land grants from Wal-Mart after remodel
Three Maricopa organizations received community grants from Wal-Mart as the store marked a grand re-opening Saturday.
Leading Edge Academy was awarded $2,000 for its F.I.T....
Global Water gets zoning change for expansion
A local water utility is on track for a planned expansion after being granted a zoning variance from City Council Tuesday.
The council approved...
Mortgage process loosens for self-employed
By Aaron Anderson
Relax. Applying for home financing doesn’t have to be complicated.
As a business owner, when you hear the term “mortgage,” do you get...
Maricopa and Apex on track
In light of the recent court filings against planned, private racetrack Apex Motor Club, and the City of Maricopa, representatives from Apex say that they are...
Mythical Garden creates steampunk, ‘cosplay’ outfits
After Jenny Zarogoza’s mother passed away in 2015, she inherited a couple of sewing machines and leftover fabric.
The loss unexpectedly produced a new beginning...
Family-owned businesses thrive in Maricopa
Whether husband-and-wife, parents-and-children, multi-generations or lots of cousins, family-owned businesses are a cornerstone of the economy in Maricopa. These are entrepreneurs with a unique...
Keller Williams buys Home Bargain Planet
Marc David Montgomery and the Home Bargain Planet team have been bought out by Keller Williams Luxury Group and will help to spearhead The...
11 eateries dinged by health dept.
Out of 24 food establishments inspected by the Pinal County health department July 16-Aug. 15, 11 did not escape with perfect marks.
Say Sushi was...
Resident’s suit against City, Apex thrown out for lack of ‘standing’
A Pinal County judge ruled Wednesday against the plaintiff in the last of two cases filed against the city and a company planning to...