Super-volunteer Jim Irving, ‘heart and soul’ of MUSD
Jim Irving is 82 going on 62.
That’s a good thing because the retiree logs as many weekly hours as a volunteer for the Maricopa...
Rancho couple goes extra mile for their dogs
Traveling the western United States in a motor home for extended periods of time requires you enjoy your companions.
Vie and Bill Day do.
The Rancho...
MHS class plugs students into computer-tech careers
If the primary role of high school is to prepare students for the future along multiple career paths, the 24PinTech class at Maricopa High...
Maricopa High School honors 9/11 victims with flag-raising
Although the Maricopa High School Air Force JROTC cadets were not yet born, they know the importance of the events of Sept. 11, 2001....
Rams’ solution at kicker no hack
In a world where females are breaking down barriers in countless ways, some areas have remained primarily the domain of males. Football is typically...
Maricopa Remembers: Locals reflect on the 20th anniversary of 9/11
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Snowbird aims to make 2021 ‘Best Christmas Ever’ for local family
Monsoon season has ended and fall has begun, putting many in the holiday mood. BJ Lingren is in the Christmas spirit all year long...
Access to parks to improve for Maricopa dogs, owners
Maricopa is going to get a new dog park. Or three. Or maybe 10. It’s just a question of when and where.
The city’s current...
West Nile virus found in Pinal resident
The Pinal County Public Health Services District confirmed Tuesday it found the first human case of West Nile virus (WNV) of the 2021 mosquito...
No MUSD mask mandate – yet
In what is becoming the norm, COVID-19 cases and masks were the primary focus of Wednesday’s Maricopa Unified School District Governing Board meeting.
The agenda...
MUSD board to debate mask mandate
The Maricopa Unified School District Governing Board will hear and possibly vote on a recommendation from the district staff at its meeting Wednesday for...
Maricopa population tops in Pinal County
U.S. Census Bureau's release of 2020 data shows Maricopa is the most populous city or town in Pinal County with 58,125 residents. And as...
Joe Jackson: A Paralympian’s journey to Japan – Diary
Maricopa’s own Joseph Jackson is representing Team USA at the 2020 Paralympic Games in Tokyo. Jackson, a member of the U.S. Wheelchair Rugby since...
Locals help Gila Bend neighbors recover from flooding
Monsoon storms brought heavy rains and flash floods to Gila Bend this weekend. Two people died and dozens were rescued, according to the Maricopa...
Standoff in Rancho El Dorado ends peacefully
A standoff between police and an armed man in Rancho El Dorado today ended peacefully with the man being arrested by a Chandler Police...
Update: Pima Butte releasing students; standoff unresolved
The standoff between police and an unidentified gunman holed up in a Rancho El Dorado home remains unresolved as of 3:25 p.m. With school...
Change of plans: State Fair moves back to Phoenix
The 2021 Arizona State Fair is moving back to the fairgrounds.
It was previously announced the annual event would be held at Wild Horse Pass...
‘Streets’ program labor of love for Boyds
There is no voice like the voice of experience. Someone who has been there and done that is a more respected source than someone...
Q&A: Joseph Jackson, wheelchair rugby Paralympian
When the 2020 Paralympic Games kick off Aug. 24 in Tokyo, a Maricopa athlete will be going for the gold.
Joseph Jackson, who lives in...
Plumber: 12 things to never, ever flush down your toilet
By Terry Leamon, My Maricopa Plumber
Toilets are a modern-day convenience meant to dispose of human waste, and nothing else. Flushing household products and other...
Prenda microschools expand rapidly in Maricopa
In August 2019, Tom Bogle opened a microschool in Maricopa for a few students in grades 3-8 and was soon joined by a neighbor...
Family fun set for National Night Out at Copper Sky
Copper Sky will mark National Night Out on Aug. 3 with a free community event.
In partnership with the Maricopa Police and Maricopa Fire/Medical departments...
MUSD to receive extra $18 million for new high school
Arizona State Legislature allocated an additional $18.8 million to Maricopa Unified School District toward construction of its second high school. The additional funding is...
PHOTOS: 2 ribbons cut to open new Community Center
The Maricopa Community Center officially opened Saturday with a pair of ribbon cuttings that drew about 200 people on a rainy morning.
The new facility...
Copper Sky replacing splash pad due to safety concerns
The city has started work to replace the splash pad at Copper Sky due to safety concerns.
The project will address the sinking pad, which...
William Looper Sr., 73, had owned Bill’s Tire Shop
WilÂliam "Bill" Looper Sr., a longtime resident of Maricopa, passed away July 1 at home from leukemia. He was 73.
Bill was a steelworker for...
Guitarist hits right note in fight to stay young at heart
For Vito Simplicio, music is a way to fight entropy.
Defined as the gradual decline into disorder, entropy is a part of aging. Mental faculties...
Great American 4th Tailgate party – in photos
There was family fun as far as the eye could see at Sunday's Great American 4th Tailgate at Copper Sky.
From Waterslide Alley to competitive...
Mobile Elementary, a learning oasis in the desert
It's easy to miss the small white building along State Route 238, but there is an interesting
story taking place under the six towering palms...
Brain surgery can’t keep MHS senior from walking with class
Senior year of high school is tough. There’s pressure to graduate, make plans for the future, and all the other difficulties that go with...