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More than 30 teams from across the country gathered at Copper Sky for Arizona Rugby Fest, an annual event that Maricopa hosted for the...

The dance classes of Maricopa High School presented their winter dance concert, Stages of Life, at the Performing Arts Center to full houses. The...

Maricopa High School girls' basketball is off to a strong start with a 4-2 record. The losses came in tournament play against 6A teams...

After a loss at the ballot box, Maricopa Unified School District is planning its next steps to build a second high school. At a special...

IF YOU GO What: Masik Tas Where: Ak-Chin Circle Field & Arena, 16000 N. Maricopa Road When: Dec. 5-15 Dec. 5-8: Basketball tournaments Dec. 7, 7 p.m.: Light Parade...

Maricopa High School soccer opened its season Tuesday by splitting home games against McClintock. This season, the boys' and girls' varsity teams are mostly playing...

A+ Charter Schools broke ground today on a facility for grades 7-12 after an almost year-long hiatus. The ceremony was met with applause and...

On the campus of Maricopa Wells Middle School, Walker Kyle is referred to as Dr. Kyle. But his relationship with his students isn’t quite as...

By Scott Bartle Dear Readers, Unbelievably, the holiday season is upon us. Halloween is in the rear-view mirror, and now folks are counting down the number...

University of Arizona's Maricopa Agricultural Center had its flora and fauna on display along with labs, games, farm equipment and vendors for its popular...

By Tim Kanavel Pinal County Economic Development director As the economic development manager for Pinal County, my primary responsibility is to attract new business to our...

By Lucinda Boyd Dear Editor, Child marriage is a serious problem in the United States, affecting thousands of children each year. “Child marriage” is defined as...

With teams ranging from rebuilding to contenders for state tournaments, Maricopa High School is launching its winter sports season this week. Girls’ Basketball Rashawn Calvert is...

Six Maricopa High School football players and three volleyball players drew notice in the Arizona Interscholastic Association's 5A San Tan All-Region voting. Senior offensive lineman...

A+ Charter Schools, a new 7-12 charter school offering project-based learning, is hosting its groundbreaking ceremony on Wednesday, Dec. 4 ,at 10 a.m. for...

By Al Brandenburg Now that a true senior center is in the offing for next year, Maricopa Senior Coalition (MSC) is refocusing its efforts toward...

Central Arizona College’s math department recently hosted the 2019 Middle School Math Contest at the San Tan Campus. More than 130 students from 13...

After a 1931 fire destroyed Art Deal’s hotel and the railroad station, Jack and Clara Burkett decided to build another hotel. It was located...

Three members of the Buffalo Soldiers of America, led by Arizona chapter President Chaz Jackson spoke to two sessions of students at Maricopa High...

By Alan Marchione On Nov. 5, with their overwhelming rejection of Prop 437, voters sent a strong message to the MUSD, they’ll no longer support...

Maricopa Unified School District awarded its November spotlights to students, community members and staff during Wednesday's meeting of the governing board. Students honored were Abraham...

By Joan Koczor Effective Oct. 1, 2020, driver's licenses in Arizona will not be compliant with the REAL ID Act, according to Arizona Department of...

Maricopa resident Lucinda Boyd, RN, is scheduled to receive the 2019 Central Arizona College Outstanding Alumni Achievement Award on Saturday and will be added...

Douglas Ikeler, 63, of Maricopa passed away Nov. 11, 2019, in Chandler. He was the husband of Debbra Ikeler, and they shared 19 years...

One school in Maricopa Unified School District jumped a letter grade in the most recent assessment while another fell a letter grade. The same phenomenon...

Maricopa High School Marching Rams achieved its best score to date in the AzMBA 3A Championship with its performance of “In the Cards” Saturday...

Maricopa High School sophomore Connor Schrader debuted in the Arizona Interscholastic Association Division II State Swimming Championships by bettering his school record times in...

  The Sequoia Pathway Academy football team defeated South Pointe, 44-0, in the semifinal of the state championship. Competing in Canyon Athletic Association's open division, the...

A freshman inspired by a Scooby-Doo mashup won Maricopa High School’s Red Ribbon Week Art Contest. The theme this year was “Stay Drug Free.”...

Maricopa Unified School District hosted its annual Veterans Breakfast on Friday morning to showcase local veterans, especially those working or volunteering for the district....