Truck-repair accident leads to fatality
The name of the man killed in an accident at his home on Roan Road Tuesday has not been released.
The 58-year-old man was working...
MPD seeks suspect attempting to lure child
A man approached a child getting off the bus in a Maricopa subdivision and offered the child candy to get in his vehicle.
Reportedly, a...
City Hall hosts General Plan Open House tonight, Wednesday
The city of Maricopa will be holding a General Plan Open House over the next two nights for the public to come and address...
Yogurt Jungle raising money for Nate Ford
Yogurt Jungle will be raising money throughout the week and donating 20 percent of their total profits from this coming weekend to the Nate...
Oxi-Fresh officially arrives in Maricopa (video)
Despite operating in the area for nearly two years, Oxi-Fresh officially became part of the Maricopa community during a ribbon-cutting ceremony at the Maricopa...
Attorneys eye forensics as Careccia murder case extended
The man accused of murdering a Maricopa couple was in court Monday asking for an extension.
Jose Valenzuela Jr. is charged with first-degree murder in...
Manslaughter charged after Maricopa woman dies in rollover
A Maricopa resident was killed Saturday night in a one-vehicle crash in Rancho El Dorado. The driver of the vehicle has been charged with...
MHS, community memorializing Nate Ford
While the Rams feel his absence profoundly, the presence of Nate Ford will be felt throughout Maricopa High School football team’s season.
According to coach...
What’s happening this week in Maricopa
Community meetings and sports dominate the week of activity in Maricopa, with a particularly poignant season-opening game for the Maricopa High School football team...
Memorial account set up for crash victim
Friends of the family of the Maricopa teen who died in a traffic collision Friday morning have opened a memorial account in his name.
With...
Teen killed in SR 347 collision with cattle truck
The teen driver of a pickup was killed this morning after colliding with a cattle truck on State Route 347 at Farrell Road.
The accident...
Rams show great potential in scrimmage (video)
The Maricopa High School Rams football team showcased their arsenal of talent against the Notre Dame Prep Saints in a scrimmage at Rams Field...
8 Mexican nationals nabbed in Stanfield with bales of marijuana
Eight Mexican nationals were arrested near Stanfield Wednesday night, accused by the Pinal County Sheriff’s Office of smuggling marijuana from Mexico into Arizona.
The seven...
Blood drive a first for CAC Student Leadership
By Adam Wolfe
The Student Leadership Organization of Central Arizona College hosted its inaugural blood drive on the Maricopa Campus today.
Dozens of students showed up...
MHS volleyball looking to ace the competition (video)
By Adam Wolfe
Practice has officially begun for the Maricopa High School volleyball team, and despite being a fairly young team, they have high hopes...
College BBQ welcomes students back to class
By Adam Wolfe
The Student Leadership Organization of Central Arizona College at the Maricopa campus set up a barbecue for students to have a free...
Maricopan diagnosed with West Nile Virus
By Pinal County Public Health Services
The Pinal County Public Health Services District announced Tuesday the county has seen its first locally acquired human West...
Puppies on the prowl for a ‘forever home’
The Pinal County Animal Care and Control showcased some of their most playful and lovable dogs during its adoption event in front of the...
Youth soak up Spirit at ‘Splash’ event
By Adam Wolfe
Nearly 200 local church youth came out to an event aimed toward providing them with a gathering place to socialize and worship.
The...
ATA Martial Arts looks to beat down bullying
By Adam Wolfe
Dozens of local children filled the ATA Martial Arts studio on Honeycutt Road in Maricopa to learn about bullying signs and prevention.
Though...
Theft suspects among PCSO weekend arrests
A Maricopa man has been charged with trafficking in stolen property. Michael Ray Butler, 48, was arrested Friday afternoon by the Pinal County Sheriff’s...
Record enrollment for MUSD
By Adam Wolfe
A record-high 6,283 students are enrolled in the Maricopa Unified School District to start the year, and that number is expected to...
Maricopa City Hall seeks new finance director
By Raquel Hendrickson
The Finance Department at Maricopa City Hall is looking for a new head.
Brian Ritschel, who received a certificate of recognition for Budget...
Second Saturday Market gets revamped for more produce
By Adam Wolfe
The city of Maricopa is looking to revive the Second Saturday Market to create a thriving market for local produce.
The Second Saturday...
Excessive heat warning issued for weekend
By Adam Wolfe
The National Weather Service has issued an excessive heat warning for northern Pinal County from Thursday morning through Saturday evening.
Maricopa residents can...
Tractors highlight new Maricopa Historical Society display at library
By Maricopa Historical Society
Throughout the last 100 years, the tractor has played a significant role in agricultural practices around the world. Maricopa Historical Society...
Maricopa man sentenced to 24 years for child molestation
Dallas Smith, 42, of Maricopa, received the maximum sentence for committing sexual acts on two girls.
Pinal County Superior Court Judge Joseph Georgini gave Smith...
Honeycutt Coffee grand re-opening set for Saturday
Honeycutt Coffee will be hosting its grand re-opening on Saturday at 10 a.m.
Honeycutt Coffee owner Cathy Dykstra is hoping for a great turnout for...
Estrella Gin: Edison Road extension plan shrinks; delays impact business park
By Adam Wolfe
@Adam_Wolfe
The project to extend Edison Road from Firehouse 575 to State Route 238 is still moving forward, but at half the size.
“We...
First Responder Q&A: John Storm
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Assistant Fire Chief Maricopa Fire Department – Community Services,
Hometown: Des Plaines, Illinois
Residence: Phoenix
Family: Wife Lynn, sons Patrick, 27, Andrew, 25, and Eric,...