How consumers spend money in Maricopa
Led by contracting/construction, Maricopa businesses paid $1.7 million in transaction privilege taxes, also known as sales tax, in July. That total in July 2018...
Out millions in MUSD land deal, property owner questions motives
Craig Emmerson was quite surprised at the news that greeted him Thursday morning.
The managing member of Maricopa 240 LLC had negotiated the sale of...
Sonoran Creek Marketplace taking shape
More tenants are being announced for the future Sonoran Creek Marketplace. Some already have locations in Maricopa.
Besides the previously announced Sprouts Farmers Market and...
Arizona Supreme Court to hear Pinal’s RTA case
Arizona Supreme Court is taking up a challenge to the Pinal County Regional Transportation Authority in a case that could impact State Route 347.
Wednesday,...
Dairy-to-housing conversion may create roundabout on SR 238
It’s early days, but the long-range impact of a master-planned community on the westside of town could be a roundabout leading to an overpass.
Green...
Eagle Shadow revives as next big subdivision
What would be the first master-planned residential development in Maricopa in years is a reminder of how the city’s development started.
El Dorado Holdings wants...
Sunrise Café finds second chance with new owner
Sunrise Café, the popular restaurant whose closing at the beginning of the COVID-19 pandemic became permanent, is being resurrected by a new owner with...
Lucid Motors shows off autos to be manufactured in Pinal County
Lucid Motors unveiled production details for its new Lucid Air in a broadcast Wednesday from its Newark, California, headquarters.
The luxury electric car is set...
New executive chef named at Arroyo Grille
Ak-Chin Southern Dunes Golf Club recently welcomed Don Stansell as the new executive chef.
Stansell will oversee the club's Arroyo Grille restaurant, including menu creation,...
Podiatrist: Prevent this common foot ailment
By Dr. Alex M. Stewart DPM, FACFAS
Dr. Stewart of Maricopa Foot and Ankle Center is board-certified by the American Board of Foot and Ankle...
Development around town
Some of the activities and progress on ongoing projects in the city:
Maricopa Fire Department’s new administration building, 45695 W. Edison Road, received a certificate...
New general manager named at Harrah’s Ak-Chin
Caesars Entertainment Inc. announced Michael Kintner has been promoted to senior vice president and general manager of Harrah’s Ak-Chin Casino.
The appointment follows former GM...
Food inspectors tag one Maricopa restaurant
Only one eatery inspected by Pinal County health inspectors July 16-Aug. 15 received a mark down. True Grit Tavern received a rating of satisfactory...
Pinal hits COVID-19 benchmarks to reopen businesses
Some businesses in Maricopa will be able to enter phase one of reopening after Pinal County moved Thursday to a moderate level of community...
Sprouts to anchor shopping plaza on John Wayne Parkway
Sprouts will open in Maricopa in the fall of 2021 at the Sonoran Creek Marketplace, according to the company marketing the retail property.
And a...
Popular coffee shop applies for full liquor license
Honeycutt Coffee may soon be serving beer and wine along with the caramel macchiatos and chai teas that customers order now.
The shop, at 44400...
Stonegate ‘village’ concept gets OK from P&Z
The developers of Maricopa Stonegate, a proposed “village” of homes, shops and restaurants on 47 acres of land along Maricopa-Casa Grande Highway, heard a...
Iconic Tire makes Maricopa debut
Iconic Tire & Service Center opened its doors for the first time Monday at 19945 N. John Wayne Parkway.
Part of the Goodyear Tire family,...
City to crack down on Illegal yard-sale signs
The City of Maricopa is tackling illegal yard-sale signs.
Staff is asking for a change in the Zoning Code that would ban directional signage to...
New Stonegate development to bring homes, retail together
Developers are reimagining nearly 50 empty acres in Maricopa as a “village.”
Once agricultural and now vacant, the acres between Maricopa-Casa Grande Highway and Allen...
Waiting on water: Business plans on SR 238 slowed by paperwork
Maricopa businesses on State Route 238, miles from John Wayne Parkway, have wonderful views of the Estrella Mountains and lots of room to spread...
GTK: Angel Raymond, attorney and mother of 3
Angel Raymond, a resident of Maricopa since 2009, is an attorney and mother of three.
Hometown: Auburn, WA
Maricopan since: 2009
Occupation: Attorney/business owner
Family: Husband, Keith Raymond,...
How much water wasted by leaky faucet?
By Terry Leamon, My Maricopa Plumber
A leaky faucet is a problem for more than one reason. It’s an issue that will probably only grow...
Grocers get clean bill of health from food inspectors
Pinal County health inspectors checked out Maricopa’s main grocery stores during the time period June 16-July 15 and found no violations.
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Development around town
Construction and planning continue for development projects around Maricopa.
A La Quinta Hotel is rising at John Wayne Parkway/Martin Luther King Jr. Boulevard next to...
Bahama Buck’s prepares for fall opening
Bahama Buck’s, a shaved-ice franchise, is set to open this fall after steady construction progress.
The location, 17470 N. Porter Road, is on the east...
Harrah’s Ak-Chin Casino now hiring
You can do anything or be anything with the Caesars Entertainment family of affiliated casinos, resorts, and venues, from delighting guests on the casino...
Kristina Donnay, the nurse who stepped up on COVID-19 testing
When Kristina Donnay took it upon herself in April to provide coronavirus testing in Maricopa, she didn’t anticipate working weeks on end in the...
County eyes change in development fees
Pinal County plans to update its development fees, which pay for costs of infrastructure, like roads, parkland and public safety.
Currently, the law only permits...
What a character: City creates vision of Maricopa Station
Mundane zoning issues mainly deal with how a property is used. On the other hand, "character" is just as important as use for what...