5 stages of retirement – and why you need to know them
Retirement typically occurs in five stages: pre-retirement, full retirement, disenchantment, reorien-tation, and reconciliation and stability. Each stage brings its own set of choices. Understanding...
Medical alert devices: Do you need one?
Last week, I was helping my wife install a home key box for a Province resident when she asked me what I knew about...
OPINION: Check your detectors
My Maricopa home is old enough to vote — but at 18 years old, it’s in pretty good condition. However, with the holidays bringing...
Are seniors living the American Dream?
By Joan Koczor
The meaning of the American Dream has seen many changes since first introduced as early as the 1600s.
The American Dream is mentioned...
Zephyr now in hands of historical society
A Maricopa icon officially became part of the Maricopa Historical Society’s inventory Saturday.Â
The famed Zephyr railcar was added to the Maricopa Historical Society’s list of assets at a breakfast...
Senior center welcomes new face
If you’ve visited the Maricopa Community Center recently, you may have noticed a new smiling face. Chance Love began his new role as the...
Senior lifestyle trends include ‘coliving’
By Bob Marsh
Most seniors want to maximize their independence, their quality of life, their freedom and their choices as they age.
Rather than downsizing all...
City, partner to offer COVID-19 vaccine in one-day clinic
The City of Maricopa will partner with Southwestern Pediatrics and Family Care to offer 400 doses of the COVID-19 vaccine in a one-day clinic...
‘Grandpa’ volunteers as cross-country coach
By Joycelyn Cabrera
At 68 years old, volunteer cross-country coach Manuel Quintana has an unusual nickname around the Maricopa High School campus.
The students refer to...
Local powerlifter, 76, takes home gold
Maricopa resident Mack Hodges again proved, at 76 years old, he’s a force to be reckoned with.
The powerlifter who graced InMaricopa’s August cover not...
Military Motor March annual display for vets
A patriotic display of vintage military vehicles will march through Maricopa while honoring veterans on Nov. 12.
The route for the third annual Veterans...
Smith: Steps toward a more meaningful, enjoyable life
At some point after retirement, we may start questioning what to do with our free time. We may have accomplished some anticipated travel and...
Aging-in-place: Time for the rest of the story
Over the past year, I’ve focused on reviewing recommended checklists to improve the physical setup of your home for aging-in-place. COVID-19 has helped reinforce...
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...
Seniors connect at annual expo (GALLERY)
Maricopa's Senior Info/Expo was Saturday at Copper Sky Multigenerational Complex and included workshops, organizations, vendors, resources, blood-pressure checks, hearing tests and food. Pinal County's...
Smith: In emergencies, preparedness instills confidence
It’s that time of year when we are reminded by Mother Nature that emergency situations can happen quickly with limited warning. Although Arizona has...
As the year turns, it’s a good time to rethink how we live our...
This past year brought many challenges. Many of us are dealing with unexpected health issues. COVID-19 left its mark. Inflation had a profound effect.
Several...
Independence Day is all about We the People
Many people see the Fourth of July as fireworks, pool parties and barbecues, but this American holiday is more than an object or activity.
The...