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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...

MUSD board honors students for achievements

By Michelle Chance         Over a dozen Maricopa High School students were recognized Wednesday at the Maricopa Unified School District Board Meeting for excelling in community...

Our Lady of Grace’s new pastor sees room for growth

When it comes to the small-town atmosphere that many Maricopa residents love, the Rev. Jay Luczak is no different. Having been a priest for...

Couple accused of child abuse hint at change of plea

  A Maricopa couple accused of 10 counts of child abuse appeared in Pinal County Superior Court Friday and hinted at a change of plea. Veronica...

MUSD studies hybrid or closure in wake of COVID

Overwhelmed. It was a term used frequently at a Monday meeting hosted by Arizona Superintendent Kathy Hoffman with school leaders and Health Director Dr....

Who’s Best Dad InMaricopa? Nominate your dad now!

VOTING IS NOW CLOSED. Celebrating Maricopa Dads Best Dad InMaricopa Presented by VOTING IS NOW CLOSED. Winners will be notified on June 15 and prizes presented on June...

Celebrating 35 years of cheers at Arizona Renaissance Festival

At the Arizona Renaissance Festival, visitors take a unique trip back in time. Not even in her wildest dreams would Queen Elizabeth have imagined a...
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Growing garden veggies in desert all about timing, location

By Al Brandenburg You may have started to plant your tomatoes, peppers and cukes. Early April in Arizona’s low desert garden is one of the...
Tom Bogle Prenda Microschools

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...

Splash pad at Copper Sky opens

The new splash pad is open at Copper Sky Recreation Complex. It is be open during current normal pool hours: Monday through Friday from 8...

Koczor: Understanding the differences between palliative care and hospice

Comforting the seriously ill is one of the most complex aspects of healthcare. New advances, although welcome, improve quality of life, but decisions about...
Redemption Tattoo Nick Sanchez

Artist finds Redemption, community in popular tattoo shop

Redemption comes in many forms. For Nick Sanchez, owner of Redemption Tattoo, the name of his shop reflects his journey. The artist has built a successful...
Molly's House of Little Feet Kindergarten Graduation

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...

Meet the Maricopa High School 2020 graduates (GALLERY)

Maricopa High School Class of 2020. The valedictorian was Freya Abraham, and the salutatorian was Haley Lemon.     .
Joe Jackson Paralympian

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...

BBQ poll results are in, and chicken came in last!

In a very unscientific poll, InMaricopa asked “What is your favorite meal to throw on the barbecue for the Fourth of July?” Here are the...

Local student wins national scholarship for artwork

A local student has been awarded a national scholarship for her artwork, including a painting symbolizing that everyone is reaching for something in their...

Rental homes or apartments, subsidized vouchers give low-income families options

By Joycelyn Cabrera Public housing in Maricopa is nothing new, but private properties accepting subsidized vouchers give flexibility for low-income families. The Pinal County Housing Department...

Gallery: 179 photos from the MHS graduation

Maricopa High School crowned a new class of graduates on Wednesday night in Ram Stadium, as the Class of 2021, teachers and administrators, and...

Legacy Traditional School celebrates veterans (gallery)

Legacy Traditional School held a special flag-raising ceremony Thursday to celebrate Veterans Day. Community veterans attended to hear tribute speeches and special music. Maricopa...

Homestead lights up with Christmas spirit during coronavirus

Residents in the Homestead North subdivision are brightening spirits during the COVID-19 outbreak by putting up Christmas lights in their front yards. “The Christmas lights...

Veterans Day: Ex-paratrooper brings get-it-done attitude to Ak-Chin Council

When Octavio Machado enlisted in the U.S. Army at age 19, he was following a family tradition that went back to his grandfather, who...

‘Techie’ teacher marks 20 years of making math fun for Maricopa kids

  A longtime Maricopa school teacher is preparing for retirement, but she’s not going anywhere soon. Jerri Early, math coach and teacher with Maricopa Unified School...

‘Bus Buddy’ program an incentive for good behavior

Every weekday morning, bus driver Ed Hickert woke up early and headed down county roads to transport students in unincorporated Maricopa to local schools. Hickert,...

MHS football boosters host inaugural cornhole tourney

Maricopa Football Boosters is hosting its inaugural cornhole tournament tournament Saturday as part of Homecoming week. The event starts at 5 p.m. at The...
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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...

Camino Montessori officials stay silent as accusations of mismanagement escalate

  Next, InMaricopa looks into how the school's remaining assets, including a three-acre parcel of land currently listed for sale at $700,000, will be disposed...

Mase family sends 3 to Marines

Carrie and Larry Mase will soon be empty-nesters as, one by one, their triplets depart for service in the U.S. Marine Corps. Larry Mase said any...

Stagecoach Days Carnival pops up at Copper Sky

A surprise carnival seemingly sprouted in Maricopa overnight. The carnival opens Thursday at 6 p.m. at Copper Sky’s south parking lot. Valley-based carnival company Frazier...

Middle school Future City teams going to ASU (VIDEO)

Maricopa Unified School District’s middle schools are sending eight teams each to the Future City competition at Arizona State University on Jan. 28. Desert Wind...
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