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As new stretch of Bowlin Road opens, a mile of smiles

By Raquel Hendrickson and Bob McGovern Traffic is rolling on Bowlin. A stretch of thoroughfare opened Thursday has residents in the eastern part of town driving...

Clear skies, little wind mean warm week for Maricopa

Skies are forecast to remain mostly clear this week as temperatures continue to keep fall weather at bay, according to the National Weather Service....

Jungle Jill draws kids to library (GALLERY)

Jill McLaughlin of Jill's Animal Encounters brought a few of her friends to educate the children at Maricopa Public Library on Thursday. Her collection...

49ers head coach to MHS alum: ‘You were raised right’

San Fransisco 49ers head coach Kyle Shanahan told Jacob Cowing, "You were raised right," after selecting the University of Arizona wide receiver in the...

Dust, heat and possible rain this week

After a hot week, a chance of rain is predicted to move in early next weekend, according to the National weather Service. After a...
Phoenix police stop a stolen vehicle on April 20, 2024. [Facebook]

Alleged car thief released without charges

A woman handcuffed on State Route 347 after she was accused of stealing a car in Phoenix Saturday afternoon was released without criminal charges.  Cops...

Harrah’s Ak-Chin celebrates employees

On May 3, Harrah’s Ak-Chin Casino rolled out the red carpet to celebrate team members who have been manning the casino for five to...

Priced out: High cost to rent tax-funded spaces has groups looking elsewhere

When Stan and Julie Hayes moved to Maricopa from flat and humid Indiana, they were excited to launch a nonprofit service organization in their...

Mythical Garden creates steampunk, ‘cosplay’ outfits

After Jenny Zarogoza’s mother passed away in 2015, she inherited a couple of sewing machines and leftover fabric. The loss unexpectedly produced a new beginning...

Water Problems: Global, others dispute state’s 100-year outlook

We will deepen wells. We will move wells. That’s our job.Water is a basic necessity for human existence, and the idea of losing it...
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Winter weather rolls in Tuesday night

Although Maricopa has been basking in unseasonably warm temperatures, the next two days will remind residents that it is actually still winter. According to the...
A woman wears sunglasses, a Hawaiian shirt, leis and a grass skirt as she walks through the Maricopa Community Center on July 26, 2023. The center celebrated its second anniversary with a potluck luau. [Monica D. Spencer]

Senior center rings in third year

Decked in vibrant Hawaiian shirts, leis and faux grass skirts, Maricopa’s seniors celebrated an important milestone with an emphatic “aloha.” Around 100 seniors gathered at...

Most expensive home sold in Maricopa a former model

20877 N. Enchantment Pass This waterfront property in Province sold for exactly the same price as it garnered two years ago – $380,000 – down...

Leaders make case for SR347 improvements with Sen. Sinema

U.S. Senator Kyrsten Sinema made a stop in Maricopa to discuss transportation issues affecting the city and surrounding areas. While all four projects are important...
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APEX drives growth in Maricopa economy

There is no doubt the 250 or so members paying $50,000-plus to gain entry to the exclusive APEX Motor Club on the outskirts of...

Tough loss for Desert Sunrise at first-ever homecoming

In an out-of-conference showdown Sept. 15, the Desert Sunrise Golden Hawks football team faced came up short versus the Flagstaff Eagles and suffered a...

Kids speak for Butterfield Elementary at MUSD meeting (video)

Almost every month, a school within the Maricopa Unified School District gives the governing board an update on academics, its challenges and its activities....
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2020 real estate recap: median home sales price climbed 13.4%

The Maricopa real estate market strongly favored sellers for much of the year. And though 2020 will be forever ingrained in our minds for...
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When intruder visited, grandmother fired a warning shot

Debby was sleeping when her big boxer, Oliver, began whining about 3:30 a.m. Thursday. She knew right away it was no “time to go out”...
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MUSD board extends Lopeman’s contract through 2024

The Maricopa Unified School District Governing Board Tuesday voted unanimously to extend the contract of superintendent Dr. Tracey Lopeman for another three years –...

‘Not Interested’: Local woman’s search for biological father ends in disappointment

Editors note: This story refers to a previous story, first published in the March edition of InMaricopa, earlier this year. Read the previous story...

Temperatures likely to reach into triple digits this week

After a cool start to autumn, daily highs could reach into the triple digits, according to the National Weather Service. With clear, calm and...

Maricopa Science City to STEAM up Salsa Fest

By Michelle Chance The 2017 Maricopa Science City at the Salsa Festival will not only be spicy, but STEAM-y as well. Six hundred students will participate...

MHS Homecoming week to honor past, celebrate present (video)

The Maricopa High School Homecoming Committee will host events Oct. 17-24 to honor Maricopa’s alumni and current students. “This is a very important date since...

What’s happening this week in Maricopa

It’s a light week of activities as Maricopa heads into Labor Day Weekend. For details on these listing and more, or to add your...

Lamb ready to transition into Pinal’s new sheriff

Mark Lamb may have had an R after his name on the campaign trail, but he does not expect his tenure as Pinal County...

Petco to open Monday

After two and a half years of planning, Petco is finally ready to unveil its highly anticipated store in Maricopa. General Manager Stacia Boateng confirmed...

Ballots set for Primary Election candidates

The primary races are set for this year’s elections as Wednesday’s deadline passed for candidates. Some incumbents could face a tough primary battle while...

The bell’s ringing: Taco Bell plans second location

A second Taco Bell is on its way, according to a city website.   Taco Bell has plans to open its second location in Maricopa...
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Central Arizona College receives grant worth nearly $3M

Central Arizona College has been awarded a federal grant worth nearly $3 million aimed at increasing the retention rates of Hispanic and other unrepresented...
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