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For Maricopa resident Janelle Gomez, the sorrow mirrors the loss of a family member. [Brian Petersheim]

Maricopa sheds tears amid Maui wildfires that killed dozens

Amid wildfires that devastated the Hawaiian island of Maui this week, a climbing death toll sends pangs of sorrow rippling across the ocean and...

Celebrating freedom, resilience: Maricopa community members reflect on the lasting influence of Juneteenth

Juneteenth. It’s an amalgamation of the words “June” and “nineteenth.” Today is a celebration of freedom, culture and resilience for many in the African...
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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...

Teen mental-health festival coming in May

Teenagers and their families are invited to a mental-health festival at Maricopa’s Pacana Park in early May. Express Fest, 4-10 p.m. on May 6, is...

Copper Sky hosts regional youth soccer competition

Soccer teams from renowned clubs such as FC Arizona and the Rio Rapids Soccer Club, who traveled from Albuquerque, N.M., as well as local...

Springtime splendor: Mallards, reflections and foliage at Homestead

As spring blooms, Homestead Lake in Maricopa becomes a remarkable sight. InMaricopa.com's Bryan Mordt recently visited the lake and captured breathtaking images of the natural...

A melting pot of fun was had at Copa Cultural Night Market

Maricopans of all cultures gathered on Saturday at Copper Sky amid music, dancing and smiles -- making the second annual Copa Cultural Night Market...
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Copa Cultural Night Market returns Saturday

Copa Cultural Night Market will return for a second year Saturday, April 22, at Copper Sky Regional Park to celebrate Maricopa’s diverse culture. The market,...

Shirley Ann Hartman rode into town and, with hubby ‘McD,’ built a legacy

Beauty. Grace. Hard charging. There is a wistful congruency between the horses Shirley Ann Hartman loves and Shirley Ann Hartman. Philip “McD” Hartman likely didn’t...

THIS WEEK IN HISTORY: Fishing derby reels in record numbers in 2008

This story was published 15 years ago this week, written by RuthAnn Hogue. Maricopa's annual fishing derby for kids attracted 579 anglers, hosts and representatives...

Chow down on this month’s bill of fare in our latest edition of InMaricopa

I don’t know about you, but among the things in life I do really well is eat. Evidently, we have a community full of people...

‘Oh, the places you’ll go:’ Dr. Seuss Day returns to Maricopa library

Following a two-year hiatus, Whos, Sneeches and Lorax-lovers alike can finally gather to celebrate Dr. Suess Day at the Maricopa Library and Cultural Center...

Night Market Time Machine: A salute to fashion, music — and cars with fins

The inaugural Night Market Time Machine at Copper Sky on Jan. 13 proved to be a unique vehicle that transported visitors through five decades...

Merry Christmas and Happy New Year

As I sit here listening to holiday music, I am reminded how grateful we are to have you as a reader. Since 2004, InMaricopa has...

Christmas campaign targets teens impacted by domestic violence

DOVES Network, a domestic violence support group based in Maricopa, will hold its third annual “You Are Not Forgotten Christmas Drive” this year. Each year,...

Though the weather outside is frightful, MerryCopa fun seekers pour it on

The grounds might have been dampened but spirits weren't at the annual MerryCopa on Saturday afternoon at Copper Sky park. Despite precipitation, many braved...

Annual MerryCopa continues today after Friday tree-lighting kickoff

MerryCopa, which has grown into the largest event of the holiday season in the city, got under way Friday night with the annual tree...

MerryCopa at Copper Sky grows to 2 days starting with tree lighting tonight

The season of eggnog and fruitcakes is upon us. The annual MerryCopa Holiday Festival ushers in the season in the city with festivities expanded...

Light parade, carnival, rodeo, concerts highlight annual Ak-Chin Masik Tas

The annual Ak-Chin Masik Tas, or “birthday” celebration of the Ak-Chin Indian Community, opens Dec. 4 and runs through Dec. 18 at venues around...

UofA offers free, CDC recognized diabetes-prevention program

Research shows you can prevent or delay Type 2 diabetes by eating healthy, losing weight and being more active. A University of Arizona program has...

Relay for Life draws survivors, families, supporters to battle breast cancer

08One in eight women in the U.S. and 2.3 million worldwide are diagnosed with breast cancer every year, according to the American Cancer Society. In...

Beautiful conditions greet church’s annual services, day in the park

On a picture-perfect afternoon Sunday, dozens came out to Copper Sky Regional Park for Calvary Chapel Maricopa's annual Church in the Park. Following a service...

Maricopa church plans a day at the park to enjoy fellowship in fall weather

The summer heat has broken, and Calvary Chapel Maricopa is moving outdoors for a Sunday to enjoy it. The ministry’s annual Church in the Park...

Halloween 2022 frightful across city

It's November, and that's a good thing if you scare easily. The ghosts, pumpkins and headstones that popped up in yards across Maricopa for Halloween...
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City’s Relay for Life faces uncertain future in fight vs. breast cancer

One in eight women in the U.S. and 2.3 million worldwide are diagnosed with breast cancer every year, according to the American Cancer Society. In...

Living Word ministry strives to be beacon of prayer in Oct. 30 debut

When a new ministry debuts Sunday evening, the pastor delivering a message of hope to the downtrodden will have heightened credibility. He has been there,...
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American Legion Spooktacular Car Show set Sunday at Veterans Center

Do you enjoy viewing unique cars? There will be 10 categories of vehicles on display Sunday, Oct. 30, as American Legion Post 133 and Sons...

Tractor Supply coming to Maricopa

Tractor Supply, the largest rural lifestyle retailer in the United States, has taken initial steps to come to Maricopa, a city official confirmed Tuesday...

Poll: Rising food prices impacting Maricopans

Inflation has been rising during the past several months, putting a dent in the budgets of Maricopans. In addition to spiking gas prices, the...

Maricopa Museum and Visitor Center at Heritage Park Ribbon Cutting Ceremony

Years of work by the City of Maricopa and the Maricopa Historically Society, are soon to culminate in a ribbon cutting ceremony for the...
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