MUSD proposed budget raises sustainability concerns
Teacher raises and competitive compensation plans for new employees are included in the proposed budget approved for Maricopa’s public school system Wednesday.
Maricopa Unified School...
Camper trailer fire shuts down MCG Highway (GALLERY)
Fire crews responded to a fully engulfed camper trailer Thursday afternoon on Maricopa-Casa Grande Highway about one mile east of White and Parker Road.
The...
Crain resigning as Chamber president
Maricopa Chamber of Commerce President and CEO Terri Crain announced Friday she will soon leave the organization.
Crain is slated to become the Chief Operating...
‘Safety, success, service’: New superintendent preps for new year (VIDEO)
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Students in the Maricopa Unified School District begin class Monday on a modified calendar and under new leadership. Months into her new job, new...
Report of shot fired shuts down neighborhood
A Maricopan was reportedly shot in the hand during an incident in Desert Cedars Saturday afternoon.
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According to Maricopa Police Department, a female suffered...
MFMD: 2 safe after garage fire
A garage fire threatened a home at 46058 W. Morning View Lane.
According to Deputy Fire Marshal Eddie Rodriguez, two people were in the house...
Figueroa pleads guilty in wife’s sword murder
The man accused of killing his wife with a sword in 2016 will face 25 years to life in prison after admitting guilt in...
What’s happening this week in Maricopa
A golf fund-raiser, an engineering night and an art display are among several events this week. Below, Chrystal Allen-O'Jon and Kent O'Jon invite the...
Maricopa educators march to capitol, rally at home
Maricopa educators rallied afterschool Wednesday on the eve of the statewide teacher walkout.
The demonstration at Copper Sky Recreation Center April 25 included a march...
Demolitions start in Heritage District (VIDEO)
Monday morning, subcontractors began tearing down old structures in the path of the upcoming overpass between Honeycutt Road and Maricopa-Casa Grande Highway in the...
MUSD to host superintendent candidate Q&A
Interested in meeting candidates for Maricopa Unified School District’s new superintendent?IF YOU GO
What: Superintendent Candidates Forum
When: March 26, 7 p.m.
Where: Maricopa Unified School District...
High winds, blowing dust expected this weekend
This weekend, temperatures are expected to drop a bit as winds increase, according to the National Weather Service. The forecast includes an air-quality alert,...
Teachers: Ducey’s proposal a ‘Band-Aid’ on teacher pay issue
Arizona Gov. Doug Ducey announced Thursday afternoon his proposal to increase teacher pay by 20 percent by fall 2020.
The announcement comes the day after...
Update: 1 transported to hospital in red light run collision
Emergency crews transported one occupant with non-life-threatening injuries to the hospital Tuesday after a two-vehicle accident on John Wayne Parkway near The Shops at...
Maricopa weather expected to have monsoon behavior this week
There is a chance of rain every day this week as the "Arizona monsoon" kicks in, according to the National Weather Service. High temperatures...
Charters to join MUSD in closing for teacher walk-out
At least two charter schools in Maricopa will be closed Thursday for a planned #RedForEd teacher walkout.
Sequoia Pathway Academy Campus Director Alfonso F. Alva...
Section of Honeycutt to be closed tonight
As construction of a new overpass on State Route 347 begins, the Arizona Department of Transportation is preparing to shift traffic away from the...
What’s happening this week in Maricopa (VIDEO)
Opportunities to get oriented for the new school year, big steps in business development and important community meetings are part of this week's activities...
Memorial Day weekend to be warm, breezy
With highs in the high 90s and low 100s, Maricopa has a warm and breezy Memorial Day weekend ahead, according to the National Weather...
After DNA disclosure, trial date reset in sword killing
The first-degree murder trial for the man accused of killing his wife with a sword in 2016 was rescheduled Monday afternoon.
Miguel Figueroa would have...
What’s happening this week in Maricopa (VIDEO)
Special meetings regarding the hiring of a city manager and a school superintendent are on this week’s list of activities in Maricopa. Below, Britney...
Kimball withdraws from House race
Bridger Kimball is withdrawing from the legislative race.
The Maricopa resident had been campaigning for the state House of Representatives in District 11. He is...
MUSD Board to vote on 10% teacher raise at Wednesday meeting
Teachers and classified staff at Maricopa Unified School District could see a pay bump next school year, according to district documents.
The MUSD Governing Board...
Walkout weekend food distribution Wednesday in 3 locations
Schools are partnering with a local organization Wednesday to distribute student food packs on the eve of Arizona’s teacher walkout.
Maricopa Unified School District, Leading...
Business incubator axed, clients directed to SBDC
Last fall the City of Maricopa decided to not renew the annual contract with the Northern Arizona Center for Entrepreneurship (NACET). The contract between...
Logo selected for upcoming Maricopa Family Advocacy Center
This year, Maricopa Police Department hosted a contest asking local artists to submit ideas of a logo for the planned Family Advocacy Center.
Friday, MPD...
Smith touts Pinal’s top growth numbers in State of the County
The Maricopa Chamber of Commerce hosted its first State of the County address Thursday evening.
Former city Mayor and current Pinal County Supervisor Anthony Smith...
MUSD approves 10% teacher raise
Teachers and other certified personnel in the Maricopa Unified School District can expect to receive the 10-percent raise. The governing board approved pay hikes...
SR 347 reopened in both directions near Maricopa
State Route 347 is now open in both directions north of Maricopa, according to the Arizona Department of Transportation.
Blowing dust and subsequent collisions had...
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....