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The city of Maricopa experienced a one percent drop in its unemployment rate from October to November, according to numbers released by the Arizona Department of Commerce.

City economic development consultant Ioanna Morfessis said she will end her contract with the city of Maricopa at the end of the month, despite declining an offer to head up Rhode Island's economic development effort

Nestled in the Sonoran Desert just minutes south of Maricopa you'll find Hidden Valley Stables. Here, a group of rough and rugged wranglers live in a time forgotten. They dress in chaps, spurs and vests; they wear sidearms, not for show, but for protection

Check out these weekly bargains for the week of Dec. 30 to Jan. 5.

While many are busy returning or playing with the presents Santa left bundled under the Christmas tree, others have turned their attention to next year.  

The Arizona Small Business Association is offering a grant program for Arizona businesses through their Entrepreneurial Assistance Program.

A good steak is worth making a road trip. But why make the drive if you can find it close to home. The Range Steakhouse at Harrah's Ak-Chin Casino Resort offers both the steak and the atmosphere, and it's right here in your own backyard.

Donna Beedle, Pinal County's new long-term care director, likes a challenge. So, it's not surprising that the former director of Maricopa County's Tobacco-Use Prevention Program jumped at the opportunity to oversee one of Pinal County's largest programs.

Hector Trujilo and his wife Emily planned on opening Maricopa's newest clothing store, Fashion & More, the second week of December. Eager shoppers had other plans.

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The Maricopa Board of Adjustment approved a variance Tuesday night that could encourage patrons of Tacos N' More to take their food outside.

The phase out of one of the city's original consultants, Ioanna Morfessis, will take place five months ahead of schedule.

AmTrust Bank of Ohio was closed Dec. 4 by the Office of Thrift Supervision, which appointed the Federal Deposit Insurance Corporation (FDIC) as receiver.

A three-minute pitch by Central Arizona College's director of business and community outreach, Al Larson, could help transform future college graduates into business owners.

Maricopa just got a shot in the arm. Southwestern Pediatrics hosted a ribbon cutting this week, making the practice the first dedicated local pediatric office in the city.

Discover the culture of the Pima and Maricopa tribes, see the night sky during the Geminids meteor shower and enjoy an evening of storytelling, artisans and science on Saturday, Dec. 12, from 5 to 9 p.m., at the Sheraton Wild Horse Pass Resort & Spa.

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It's time for the family photo holiday card or the seasonal photo of the happy couple.

In November, the Pinal County Health Department inspected six Maricopa eateries. Two of the six -- Sunrise Café and Mando's Mexican Food -- were cited for violations, though each received an overall satisfactory "S" during their inspection.

The city of Maricopa experienced a one-tenth-percentage rise in its unemployment rate from September to October, according to numbers released by the Arizona Department of Commerce.

All that is part of the plan as two Maricopa businesses, Nifty Thrifty and Delicate Dental, celebrate their grand openings this Saturday.

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Just in time for the holidays, Maricopa's Native New Yorker is turning up the heat with the re-launch of its exclusive First Thursday's Tour.

You're pregnant for the first time and you have no idea what to do? Call Marsha. You're five months along and have a concern that you now crave chocolate-covered pickles? Call Marsha. Your husband is locked in the bathroom because he just found you're having triplets? Call Marsha.

The Arizona Technology Council presented Yulex Corporation with the Green Innovator of the Year award at the Governor's Celebration of Innovation gala Nov. 19 in Phoenix. The award, given each year to an Arizona-based company in the technology industry, recognizes the scientific advancements Yulex has achieved and its commitment to providing environmentally supportive and sustainable products.

While hundreds of salivating deal hunters will flock to retailers across the Valley in hopes of grabbing up must-have Black Friday specials, it will be a different scène at Maricopa's Native New Yorker.

The Maricopa Redevelopment District Advisory board recently was awarded a $50,000 clean-up grant from the Gila River Indian Community.

The Kai Restaurant at Sheraton Wild Horse Pass Resort & Spa recently received Forbes' and AAA's highest honors.

Check out these bargains for the week of Nov. 18-26.