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...
Appeals Court sides with Maricopa in Apex suit
The Arizona Court of Appeals has overruled a judgment against Maricopa regarding its actions on a proposed private racetrack.
 The court, presided over by Judge...
Apartment company talks to council
An apartment developer presented a plan to City Council Tuesday, outlining its intentions of developing affordable multifamily housing structures in Maricopa.
Representatives from the Indianapolis-based...
Maricopa solar applications took nose-dive after ED3 changes
By Ethan McSweeney
The number of solar installations in Maricopa has dropped significantly since the city’s electrical utility put a monthly limit into effect last...
15-year anniversary: InMaricopa started with an idea, grew with the city
Not long after the incorporation of the City of Maricopa, Scott Bartle launched InMaricopa.com as a hyperlocal, online news source for the growing community....
Copa Glow: Balloon rides, vendors, craft beer garden
The City of Maricopa will hold it second Copa Glow Night Market on Friday, Jan. 15 after the success of last year's event.
The free...
‘Ice’ rink coming to UltraStar this month
By Ethan McSweeney
It’s not a mirage, but it’s also not real ice.
UltraStar Multi-tainment Center will open an ice skating rink, which will use indoor...
Freddy’s opens doors today in Maricopa
Fast-casual restaurant franchise Freddy’s Frozen Custard & Steakburgers will open at 10:30 a.m. today at 21467 N. John Wayne Parkway, in Maricopa Station. Menu...
Ak-Chin part of $8 billion suit against feds
The Ak-Chin Indian Community and multiple other tribes have filed suit against the U.S. Treasury Department and seek a federal court order to release...
Apex founder named to MEDA Board of Directors
Jason Plotke, co-founder and president of Private Motorsports Group, has joined the board of directors of Maricopa Economic Development Alliance (MEDA).
MEDA is the City...
Manfredi joins rural transportation advocacy group
Maricopa City Councilmember Vincent Manfredi was elected in January to the executive board of the Rural Transportation Advocacy Council.
He will represent the city as...
Water softener maintenance made easy
By Terry Leamon
My Maricopa Plumber
Periodically giving your water softener a checkup will keep it running efficiently and help you avoid maintenance costs associated with...
Casino donates food to Ak-Chin elders, families in need
Harrah’s Ak-Chin Casino has donated 15 pallets of food to the Ak-Chin Indian Community, which will distribute it to the Community’s elders and families...
Job Fair at CAC-Maricopa today
Central Arizona College's second annual Job Fair is today from 10 a.m. until 1 p.m., at the Maricopa Campus, 17945 N. Regent Drive.
Community members,...
Exceptional Community Hospital earns ‘Gold Seal’ accreditation
Exceptional Community Hospital has earned The Joint Commission’s Gold Seal of Approval® for Hospital Accreditation by demonstrating continuous compliance with its performance standards. The...
Wild Horse Pass, Harrah’s Ak-Chin extend casino closures
Wild Horse Pass and other Gila River Hotels & Casinos properties are extending their closure through April 30. The closure initially was to end...
Economic Development receives Golden Prospector Award
The City of Maricopa Economic Development Department has received the 2018 Golden Prospector Award from the Arizona Association for Economic Development (AAED).
The Golden Prospector...
Ak-Chin Southern Dunes to host 2026 NCAA regional
Submitted by Troon Golf
The NCAA recently announced Ak-Chin Southern Dunes Golf Club in Maricopa will be a host site for the 2026 Men’s Golf...
Barbers, beauty shops reopen after long pandemic shutdown
Barbers and cosmetologists in Arizona were permitted to reopen their shops Friday after being closed for weeks due to the state's response to the...
Wells site replatted for Bahama Buck’s
The future site of a Bahama Buck's in The Wells shopping area received the OK to re-plat during the City Council's approval of its...
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...
Family nurse practitioner opens 2 practices under 1 roof
JoAnn Vitiello believes health care is for everyone.
Growing up in a household where it wasn’t always readily available, she understands the importance of proper...
Short on retirement savings? You are not alone; it’s not too late to plan
A 2019 report from the Government Accounting Office indicated 29% of households with at least one person age 55 and over have no retirement...
Pinal County lands electric car factory
Lucid Motors is making a $700 million investment in Arizona to open its first manufacturing plant for its electrical vehicle – in Casa Grande.
According...
Children’s Learning Adventure takes unique approach to Woodlands school breaks
As children begin to attend childcare, camp, and school, it is important for them to develop a sense of independence. Children’s Learning Adventure inspires...
Business licenses in March
Storefronts: Good 2 Go Stores and ProPrx
Home-based: C&C Southwest Enterprises, Cardinal Handyman Services, Heartstone Creation, Go Fly a Kite, Laurie McCracken, Milspec Tactical, My...
Business license applications begin summer slowdown
The following businesses received business licenses from the City of Maricopa between April 16 and May 15:
Commercial: Dunkin Donuts, Nessy’s Kustoms, Ross Dress for...
2 Mexican food eateries marked down by health inspector
Two out of 18 Maricopa eateries inspected Sept. 16-Oct. 17 by Pinal County health inspectors did not get excellent scores.
Cilantro’s had to review cooling...
Job Fair draws crowd to Maricopa (GALLERY)
More than 50 employers met with potential employees Wednesday morning at the annual Maricopa Job Fair at Harrah's Ak-Chin Casino's new ballroom. Businesses from...
Nando’s opening date pushed back
The wait for a sit-down Mexican restaurant in Maricopa will extend a bit longer.
Tim Shaughnessy, co-owner of Southeast Valley mainstay Nando’s Mexican Café, said...