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Casino to host job fair as construction continues

As Phase 1 construction of a multi-million-dollar expansion nears completion this fall, Harrah’s Ak-Chin Casino is planning a job fair in August to fill...

After groundbreaking, Edison Pointe aims for early 2018 openings (GALLERY)

A project 10 years in the making hit another milestone Monday morning with a ceremonial groundbreaking. Edison Pointe, a commercial development south of Fry’s Marketplace,...

Proposed county project predicted to create 1,500 Maricopa jobs

Pinal County has high hopes for several projects promising many jobs. At least one could have a significant impact on Maricopa’s workforce. Elliott D. Pollack...

F.O.R. Maricopa food bank finds new location

After months of uncertainty, the F.O.R Maricopa Food Bank has secured land for its new location. Construction of the future food bank building is estimated...

Keepin’ It Cool: How local businesses help Maricopans chill out in the long, hot...

Maricopa summers are inevitably among the hottest in the state, so finding ways to stay cool is a high priority for residents. The heat...

Anti-Apex group sues city, motor club

A group calling itself Maricopa Citizens Protecting Taxpayers has filed a complaint against the City of Maricopa over its dismissal of a petition against...

Anticipating growth, Global Water plans to expand wastewater plant

Maricopa City Council will hold a public hearing in August on the rezoning request for a parcel of land to allow a local water...

City denies anti-Apex group’s petition for referendum

The City of Maricopa has denied an organization’s request for a public vote on Apex Motor Club after determining the item in question was “not...

Edison Pointe loses 1 tenant, plans groundbreaking this summer

A long-awaited commercial retail project could be weeks away from breaking ground, according to both city officials and key players in the project’s development....

New management upgrades The Duke despite seasonal difficulties

As the summer months begin to roll in and the Phoenix Valley begins to mirror the sun, one of the industries hardest hit by...

APEX makes lunch presentation on racetrack plans

Members of the APEX Motor Club team gave a public presentation at Native Grill on Thursday outlining their proposed private racetrack to a group...

Global Water addresses customer complaints, return on investment

A local utility company has issued a formal public response to a swath of customer complaints recently lodged against them for their high rates,...

What’s it pay? A sampling of Maricopa salaries

According to the U.S. Census, Maricopa’s median household income is around $68,000. Much of that comes from jobs out of town. So what can...

City analyzing 3 keys to boost economic development

As the city approaches its 14th birthday, officials are reaching for the stars, hoping Maricopa’s growth will not only accelerate but also happen in...

Ajas grow traditional business with modern marketing

When Bass Aja married Anna Groseta in 2009, it was a binding of two ranching families with near iconic status among Arizona cattlemen. They...

Anti-APEX petitions filed at City Hall

A committee aiming to stop the construction of APEX Motor Club in Maricopa turned in more than twice the number of signatures needed for...

APEX Motor Club founder spells out plans in Maricopa (VIDEO)

Private Motorsports Group President Jason Plotke sat down with InMaricopa to explain his organization's plan to create APEX Motor Club in Maricopa. It is...

Window-cleaning biz takes ‘a man’s hands, a woman’s eye’

By Fran Lyons The slogan on Erik and Amanda Barcus' business is “Clean by a man's hands with a woman's eye.” Barcus Pros Window Services is...

Driver’s licenses soon available in Maricopa

By Michelle Chance Motorists will soon be able to receive their driver’s licenses in Maricopa. Beginning May 2, Arizona State Express Title & Registration will offer...

Amtrak starts shuttle service in Maricopa

Beginning May 1, Amtrak will begin operating a Thruway bus connecting service in Maricopa for passengers traveling on the Sunset Limited/Texas Eagle service wanting...

Burger King plan coming to Board of Adjustment

The architecture firm designing the planned Burger King in Maricopa will be in front of the city’s Board of Adjustment on Tuesday to discuss...

Chamber’s hiring of Crain a changed process

By Michelle Chance The Maricopa Chamber of Commerce chairman said Wednesday, no public notice was posted for the open executive director position prior to the...

APEX one step closer despite anonymous opposition group

The Maricopa City Council voted Tuesday to permit a motorsports complex to move forward with the planning of a proposed private racetrack in Maricopa. The...

Edison Road extension opens as ‘mini-loop’ to SR 238

Tuesday morning, the City of Maricopa officially opened a new loop connecting Edison Road to State Route 238. Mayor Christian Price called it “a pretty...

Apex Motor Sports gets P&Z recommendation

Despite a letter of opposition from some residents and an argument from attorney Grant Woods, the Maricopa Planning & Zoning Commission recommended a use...

Home-based Business: Bringing ‘joy of sound’ to electronic guitars, amps

By Fran Lyons Joe Carpenter tells it this way: “I had a passion to work with and repair guitars and amps since I was a...

Strategizing economic development in Maricopa

The Edison Road extension is complete. Edison Pointe is finalizing leases. Commercial development at Copper Sky may also see some stimulation in 2017. Estrella Gin Business Park...

Firestone replacing Fletcher’s after acquisition

Fletcher’s Tire & Auto Service is in the process of becoming Firestone Complete Auto Care. Based out of Nashville, Tennessee, Firestone is part of Bridgestone...

Global Water customers question staff at forum

In the first of what is expected to be monthly customer forums, representatives from Global Water Resources took questions and complaints from the public...

InMaricopa Spotlight: ‘Anything is possible’ in Maricopa entrepreneurship (VIDEO)

In a conversation with InMaricopa, Quintin Baker, new executive director of Maricopa Center for Entrepreneurship, talks about the influence Maricopa has on the surrounding...
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