10 percent by 2010 – support MUSD in this achievable goal
The latest headlines states, "School board may re-assign Flores as Santa Cruz principal." This is WRONG! We need Dr. Flores. If I stood quiet, I would be wrong, too.
Bankruptcy can lead to solvency
Bankruptcy! For some it means the end of the world. For others it is a bright light at the end of a long, dark tunnel.
MUSD’s response to proposed legislative funding cuts
The Arizona Legislature has formalized budgetary cuts for fiscal year 2009, and it is in the process of adopting proposals for subsequent budgetary years.
Do I have a migraine?
Most people at some point in their lives suffer from headaches. Some people are spared this affliction entirely, others only occasionally have symptoms, but for many headache sufferers, it is a recurrent problem that could cause pain weekly and, in more severe cases, even daily.
Dr. James Hull: Keep Snider as Supervisor for resource management and sustainability
We need to keep County Supervisor David Snider in there fighting for sustainable policies with a common-sense approach to the management of our precious resources.
Hull to Council: It’s time to tell the truth to taxpayers
An open letter To: Maricopa City Council From: James Reynolds Hull, voter, citizen, and taxpayer Re: Recent development amendments on behalf of MA Maricopa (Legacy Traditional Charter School)
Valedictorian: Furthering talent, sharing it will define success
Good evening. I’d like to thank my co-Valedictorian, Alex, along with the rest of the speakers tonight for their eloquent and inspiring...
BLUE STAR MOTHERS: Thank you Maricopa for welcoming home our soldiers
Tracy Davis is chapter president of Blue Star Mothers of Maricopa; MaricopaBlueStarMothers.com.
Henry Wade: Ours prayers go to Boston, beyond
Our hearts and prayers go out to everyone who has been impacted by the disastrous explosions during the Boston marathon.Whether you are a direct...
Carlos Schulz – Breast cancer awareness
October is here, and I would like to take some time to pass on information about a very serious and important topic: breast cancer.
Reader endorsement: Vote for Kevin Taylor for sheriff
I’m in support of Kevin Taylor for the next sheriff of Pinal County. I do appreciate how he wants to work for the people...
Pastor: MUSD fee hikes too much for churches
Each week, most of the schools in the Maricopa Unified School District become houses of worship at times when the buildings would otherwise go...
Weigh universal good in free press
The message is vile, the writing illiterate, the impact far beyond what it deserves.On Tuesday a thug or thugs spray painted racial epithets on...
Aki Stant defends Marty McDonald, accuses city council
Aloha. I moved to the City of Maricopa in 2005. I have been involved in public safety here in Maricopa, first as a member of the Public Safety Committee, and then as an employee of the police department.
My reaction to the MUSD override ballot measure
The people who vote yes on this override initiative are people who have no sense of money, can't balance their own budget and wouldn't know it if they did.
Great reads at the Maricopa Public Library
The heat may be exhausting, but knowing we all possess a comfortable chair, a cool beverage and a good book should ease the discomfort of summer.
Julia Romero Gusse’s responses to additional ‘live chat’ questions
Julia Romero Gusse fielded questions from residents on Feb. 23 as part of InMaricopa.com's continuing series of 'live chats' with the candidates. The following additional questions were received after the time allotment for the live chat ended.
Breaking a sweat reduces breast cancer risk
It's well known that it's good for your waistline, but did you know that exercise can also lower your overall risk for developing cancer?
Another waste of our tax dollars
According to Reuters, the Democrats in the House of Representatives "proposed $650 million to continue the coupon program for the transition to digital television."
Break out of that rut by getting involved
I was one of the first to pop on to inmaricopa.com's forum back when it came online. I've enjoyed posting the occasional comment, responding to the occasional challenge, and now I've spent most of my time just reading and listening to the voices.
Potter: Great service by Saks and Ryan
I just read such an an amazing article, (https://www.inmaricopa.com/Article/2015/01/30/adam-saks-ultrastar-coo),that I needed to thank Inmaricopa for publishing it.Not only did it capture the community-oriented leadership...
WADE: Consequences to budget vote
As was expected, the House has put dollars first and children last in voting for the state’s budget.It is not without a loss to...
Former Councilmember: Vote Henry Wade
It is with great pleasure that I offer my support for Henry Wade as your next Maricopa City Councilman. ...
WADE: Don’t fence me in
As was expected by any rational individual, the misguided idea of being able to raise sufficient capital to build a fence separating Mexico and...
Supervisor chairman explains budget vision
Pinal County Board of Supervisors’ Chairman Steve Miller outlined his budget priorities Thursday for the upcoming budget discussions beginning Feb. 27. “By outlining...
Dittmar: Educating ourselves to reduce drug use risk factors
Often people will turn a blind eye to the presence of drugs within their community, or even within their own families, when just the opposite needs to occur. Drugs are here, in our community, our schools and our lives. Now what we all need to do is educate ourselves, and those around us, in order to gain the necessary strength to fight this epidemic.
Letter to the Editor: Support MFCD vote
Greetings to all those willing to listen.In response to Votes should count in MFCD (Maricopa Flood Control District) election By David Alley. In my opinion,...
Letter to the Editor: In support of Babeu
I publicly supported Sheriff Vasquez in 2008. The people of Pinal County spoke and elected Sheriff Paul Babeu. It didn’t take long to see...
Social Security isn’t wealth redistribution
First, there is no such thing as "Social Security."