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Traffic cameras added on SR 347

Cameras the Arizona Department of Transportation uses to monitor State Route 347 traffic between the city of Maricopa and Interstate 10 now allow drivers...

MHS football muscles out 3rd straight win (VIDEO)

  A physical battle was inevitable when two teams that have overwhelmed their competition so far meet on the football field. The Maricopa High School Rams...

Maricopa Rocks movement brings taste of home to new resident

A local woman sought the community’s help with welcoming her newly relocated mother, and the heartfelt response was overwhelming. When Maricopa resident Merry Grace asked...

Labor Day Weekend forecast sees moderate temps, chance of showers

After a warm week, Maricopa will likely cool off some for Labor Day Weekend, according to the National Weather Service, and possibly even see...

MPD officer awarded for efforts against drunk driving

A Maricopa Police Officer was recognized recently for his efforts enforcing DUI laws in the city. Chief Steve Stahl nominated Officer Joshua Hawksworth in June...

Opioid Epidemic Part 4: Recovery & Rehabilitation

  Opioid addicts seeking rehabilitation have numerous options for treatment.Twelve-step programs are the largest common denominator of long-term recovery programs. The support network Advocates for Opioid...

1st Veterans Day Parade in planning stages

Maricopa will see its inaugural Veterans Day Parade this November. The route begins 9 a.m. on Nov. 11 at Legacy Traditional school, continues north on...

First Responders Appreciation Day returning to Legion post

American Legion Post 133 will host its annual appreciation barbecue for first responders Sept. 9 at the Maricopa Veterans Center. First Responders Appreciation Day will...

Opioid Epidemic Part 3: Naloxone often the last line of defense

One of the best options for saving an opioid overdose patient is to use an opiate antagonist like naloxone.  Pharmacies in the Maricopa area...

Opioid Epidemic Part 2: Stronger and deadlier than ever

Most people are familiar with the lesser forms of opioid pain killers such as Percocet (oxycodone) or Vicodin (hydrocodone), and the even stronger forms...

Opioid Epidemic Part 1: How the addiction starts

As much of the United States has begun to face down the staggering number of opioid-related deaths in recent years, Arizona too has begun...

Parks committee approves fee waivers, considers more rigid policy

After some deliberation the Maricopa Parks, Recreation and Library Committee voted Aug. 23 to grant requests for fee waivers from organizations looking to host...

Dust, heat and possible rain this week

After a hot week, a chance of rain is predicted to move in early next weekend, according to the National weather Service. After a...

What’s happening this week in Maricopa (VIDEO)

Activities in Maricopa slow down in anticipation of Labor Day Weekend. Below, coach Anthony Nava invites the community to the season-opening Friday game of...

MHS Rams trample Paradise Valley for 2nd win (VIDEO)

Despite some setbacks in Game 2 of the football season, the Maricopa High School Rams unloaded on Paradise Valley on Friday for 49-23 victory. The...

Despite mild start, weekend weather to heat up

A slight chance of rain on Thursday will give way to a hot and clammy weekend, according to the National Weather Service. As winds...

Maricopa’s 1st Teen Court to convene Thursday

The inaugural hearing of the Maricopa Teen Court is slated to begin Aug. 24 inside the Maricopa/Stanfield Justice Courtroom. It’s the first of many for...

Radio station loses signal after Maricopa mishap

An accident in Maricopa caused a radio station in Mesa to lose its signal Tuesday afternoon. A truck apparently collided with a wire and pole attached...

COMET Ride-along: Regulars on Maricopa transit explain need

Judy Saxton and Julie Vachon are sisters living their retirement years together in Maricopa. Tuesday morning the pair made their weekly trip to the...

ComiCon costumer wins business pitch competition

Five local business owners competed in the Maricopa Center for Entrepreneurship’s first “Pitch Competition” Saturday at Elements Event Center at Ak-Chin Circle.Judges: Christian Price –...

Sunny, slight chance of showers this week in Maricopa

A slight chance of showers will briefly grace Maricopa mid-week while sunny and clear skies will likely be the norm, according to the National...

Maricopans enjoy partial solar eclipse (GALLERY)

Homeschooled children and their parents visited the Maricopa Public Library Monday morning during the partial solar eclipse. With assistance from staff, kids constructed pinhole...

What’s happening this week in Maricopa (VIDEO)

  With at least a partial eclipse to be visible in Maricopa Monday, the week is off to an interesting start of activities, from planning...

Leading Edge’s Uhriniak named Teacher of the Year

A longtime employee of Leading Edge Academy in Maricopa was recently awarded “Elementary Teacher of the Year” out of six campuses in the charter...

Chamber hosts event at American Legion (GALLERY)

American Legion Post 133 and the Maricopa Chamber of Commerce hosted an open house event at the Maricopa Veterans Center Thursday evening. Councilmembers Henry...

Eclipse glasses sell out quickly in Maricopa

  The United States will experience a partial solar eclipse on Aug. 21. In Maricopa, the moon will obscure 61 percent of the sun, peaking around...

Mostly dry weekend to precede possible wet start to week

Skies are likely to remain dry most of the weekend, according to reports from the National Weather Service. While daily highs are likely to...

Bus driver accused of hitting vehicle

The issues for the Maricopa Unified School District Transportation Department continued this week. The Maricopa Police Department cited an MUSD school bus driver Wednesday for “failure...

Mayor, councilmembers denounce ‘hate’ in wake of Charlottesville

  Members of the Maricopa City Council and local clergy offered their thoughts and condolences Tuesday to those affected by the violence that erupted over...

Seniors: Understanding, finding resources for dementia

  By Joan Koczor Dementia has become a growing concern for many, and its effects are long-reaching. A person suffering from dementia often experiences confusion, problems speaking...
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