Global Water contributes $20,000 to F.O.R. Maricopa
As the need in Maricopa continues to rise in the COVID-19 pandemic, community partners continue to support one another. With many recent contributions coming...
Impromptu food pantry at InMaricopa
We all struggle at times, and none of us are immune to the economic catastrophe our country is experiencing. Some may be impacted less,...
As unemployment rises, county launches ‘Pinal Works’
Arizona had the third most unemployment claims in the country as the unemployment rate grew from 4.5% in February to 5.5% in March.
National numbers...
Girl Scout earns highest award for founding Multicultural Club
A Maricopa Girl Scout won the Gold Award for outstanding community service and creating sustainable change in the city of Maricopa.
Maricopa High School junior...
COVID-19 Timeline
Dec. 26 First coronavirus case diagnosed in Wuhan, Hubei Province, China
Dec. 29 Pinal County Detention Center creates screening protocol
Jan. 26 First Arizona...
Maricopan recovering after ‘awful’ bout with COVID-19
A Rancho El Dorado resident is recovering from COVID-19 and wants to emphasize to his fellow Maricopans how contagious the virus is.
Terry Atkins believes...
‘Relay’ team gives away lunches on Good Friday (VIDEO)
With Friday being Good Friday, it was an official day off for Maricopa schools. That left a question mark for those families relying on...
F.O.R. Maricopa gets food delivery from Eloy restaurant
On top of receiving free roof repairs, the F.O.R Maricopa food bank just received another major contribution in the form of over 1,400 pounds of...
1st coronavirus deaths in Pinal County reported
The Pinal County Public Health Department announced the death of two residents as a result of COVID-19. They were the first deaths related to...
City closes dog park amid coronavirus
The dog park at Copper Sky Regional Park had been one of the amenities that remained accessible after the center, pool and playgrounds were...
COVID-19 policies, new high school, resignations on MUSD agenda
Maricopa Unified School District Governing Board will discuss policies necessitated by COVID-19 just as the virus has changed how the board meets.
The meeting will...
What to do if someone in your home has COVID-19
Tips from CDC
Centers from Disease Control and Prevention offered the following tips for those caring for someone in their home who has a diagnosis...
Individuals, businesses get break in COVID-19 stimulus package
As part of the “stimulus” package to reinvigorate the economy during the COVID-19 pandemic, taxpayer rebates and small-business relief are on the way.
This includes...
Arizona gets federal emergency funds
The Federal Emergency Management Agency announced aid has been made available for Arizona as requested by Gov. Doug Ducey.
The funds are to supplement state,...
Walmart limits number of people in store
Saturday, Walmart stores began limiting the number of customers in a store at one time to 20% of capacity.
In a Friday statement, COO Dacoa...
Governor cuts barbers, salons from ‘essentials’ list
Mayor Christian Price said Thursday it probably would not be long before Arizona moved closer to a federal guideline of essential businesses that did...
Letter: Keeping connected communities calm
By John Schurz
The impacts of the COVID-19 pandemic are universal and the impact is being...
Wild Horse Pass, Harrah’s Ak-Chin extend casino closures
Wild Horse Pass and other Gila River Hotels & Casinos properties are extending their closure through April 30. The closure initially was to end...
Seniors reflect on loss of would-be high school memories
“I know people are dying and in really bad situations. So, I feel super guilty that I’m upset about losing a senior prom...
AG: Police can enforce emergency declaration
Arizona Attorney General Mark Brnovich issued a formal legal opinion today regarding the lawful authority of local law enforcement and county sheriffs to enforce...
Spreading love and hope in time of COVID-19
While some Maricopans are putting up Christmas lights, others are painting windows in a sign of solidarity to spread love and hope as families...
City Hall adapting to COVID-19’s ‘very deep but very brief’ impact
In city parks, playground equipment will be blocked off and restrooms will be closed. Maricopa Public Library will no longer provide curbside delivery of...
Schools adjust, questions remain on end-of-year closure
After a semester and part of a quarter, the school year is over for physical campuses, and many questions remain.
State Superintendent Kathy Hoffman and...
Social distancing a must after executive order
Though on the surface, the latest executive order from Gov. Doug Ducey does not seem much different from previous announcements, it does have some...
Coronavirus tax relief
By Chris J. Scroggin
The federal government, including the U.S. Treasury Department and the IRS, have taken remarkable steps to assist individuals and small businesses...
Governor issues ‘stay home’ order, with exceptions
“Stay home, Stay healthy, Stay connected” – that’s what the state is asking of fellow Arizonans in the continued effort to slow the spread...
Ak-Chin Community declares state of emergency
Ak-Chin Community Council has declared a State of Emergency due to the growing public health threat posed by the novel coronavirus (COVID-19). The Community...
Homestead lights up with Christmas spirit during coronavirus
Residents in the Homestead North subdivision are brightening spirits during the COVID-19 outbreak by putting up Christmas lights in their front yards.
“The Christmas lights...
How CAC is handling the coronavirus outbreak
In these ever-changing times, Central Arizona College’s primary goal remains: to provide quality learning opportunities while keeping students, faculty, staff, and community members safe.
CAC...
MUSD to consider special resolution on coronavirus
Technically, Maricopa Unified School District is still on spring break.
While many public schools in the state were closed by state mandate to mitigate the...