Smith: Why deputies say I’m the right choice
By Anthony Smith
On May 11, 2016, I was notified by the Pinal County Deputies Association that they are endorsing my candidacy for re-election as...
Senior Expo debuts to scores of retirees (video)
Over 100 Maricopa residents came out to Maricopa City Hall to attend the city’s first Senior Information Expo on Saturday.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=LFv1z5CFcBI&feature=youtu.be
The expo featured dozens of...
Record-breaking heat expected for Maricopa
The hottest year on record will continue with a record-breaking heat wave set to bring triple-digit temperatures to Maricopa this week.
Temperatures in the high...
Storms may continue through the weekend
The first week of the 2016 was filled with rain, and the storms are expected to continue through the weekend.
According to the National Weather...
Frustrated school board debates hiring paraprofessionals
Hiring paraprofessionals for six elementary schools sparked a spirited debate between governing board members in the Maricopa Unified School District Wednesday night.
The decision to...
A little cooler, still sunny for Maricopa’s weather week
Temperatures are expected to dip from the low 70s of the weekend back to the mid 60s, but sunny skies are expected to remain...
Things to do this week in Maricopa
Pro football, youth baseball, live theater and a great business networking opportunity are part of the activities in Maricopa this week. For details on...
Smith: Ways to get involved in state legislation
By State Sen. Steve Smith
Now that the 2016 Legislative Session has just begun, as I do each year I want to provide you ways...
Slight chance for rain will last into Tuesday
A mild, cloudy Monday will have an increased chance of showers moving into evening in Maricopa.
According to the National Weather Service, there is a...
Opinion: State should not splurge on vouchers before it spends more on public schools
By Steve Chestnut, Ed.D.
The Arizona State Legislature is currently considering four bills, SB 1431, SB 1281, HB 2394 and HB 2465, that would dramatically...
Prepare for hot week in Maricopa
As summer approaches, triple-digit temperatures are becoming more common. According to the National Weather Service, Maricopa will be in the high 90s and low...
How they voted
Maricopa City Council
May 5, 2015
BACKGROUND: To balance its budget after losing $2 million to cuts, the city of Maricopa suspended its nonprofit funding program,...
A little rain may cool off weekend activities
This weekend will be a snapshot of the weather Maricopa has already witness this week, with mild temperatures and some chances for rain for...
Chin moves into lead in Web.com third round
John Chin of Temecula, California, shot a 32 on the front nine of Ak-Chin Southern Dunes today. That set up a run to the...
Sunny weekend ahead for Maricopa
After storms hit Maricopa early in the week, sunny skies are breaking through for the weekend, and the autumn and winter days Arizona residents...
Resident: MPD needs to crack down on handicap-parking violators
By Ray RutkowskiÂ
Re: The number of people who are illegally parking in handicap spaces -- some have no placard or license; others have, but...
Realtor: How HOA fees play into purchasing power
By Dayv Morgan
When it’s time to put a home on the market, many sellers don’t think about the impact high fees will have on...
American Legion baseball takes on community leaders (GALLERY)
The American Legion baseball team representing Post 133 of Maricopa took on community leaders in a friendly game of softball July 13 at Copper...
‘Shoots & Ladders’ bingo In November
Maricopa Seniors is pleased to announce members of the Maricopa fire and police departments will return as bingo callers for the organization’s November games.Join...
Education
Maricopa Unified School District has six elementary schools, two middle schools and one high school. The city has two K-12 charter schools and other...
Chances of showers tonight and into weekend
The National Weather Service is predicting precipitation for Maricopa starting tonight and sporadically through the weekend.
The chance of showers tonight is 60 percent, with...
Road closure on Maricopa-Casa Grande Highway this Saturday
Pinal County Public Works is announcing a road closure for the Maricopa-Casa Grande Highway on Saturday from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. The road...