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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...

Are you aware of the Master Gardeners in our fair city of Maricopa?  Let me introduce you to our history and program.    The Land Grant...

Gratitude is a virtue in and of itself. For those who express it, a world of positivity is unlocked. Life is a lot easier when...

After a year at its preparatory school, 2022 Maricopa High School graduate Charles Liermann is on his way to the United States Air Force...

A T-bone crash at a busy intersection hospitalized two people Friday morning.  Shortly after 9 a.m., a landscaping truck and sedan collided at the intersection...

Maricopa police lodged five charges against a 34-year-old man in Tortosa who they say got drunk and attacked an officer. A homeowner near Honeycutt Road...

Pet parents rejoice — Fido will soon have a new play place at Copper Sky Regional Park. This week, crews installed dog park equipment in...

Jim Shoaf says he needs another $206,000 to break ground on Maricopa Pantry’s new home this fall. While that amount is a fraction of the...

As the Fourth of July weekend approaches, the Arizona Department of Transportation urges drivers to prioritize safety, exercise patience and remain vigilant on the...

There’s a new Thai restaurant in town. While the menu may be spicy, the eatery is sweetening the deal with a free feast —...

The Maricopa Fraternal Order of Police Lodge #78 is donating 78 pairs of sneakers to local students, starting the academic year on the right...

Maricopans will have to find a new place to recycle old cans and dump bulk trash. The Waste & Recycling Center at 46250 W. McDavid...

An officer-involved shooting in Tortosa Wednesday morning was the result of three people breaking into cars, according to Maricopa police.  Related: Officer shot, suspect dead...

Both a Maricopa Police officer and suspect have been shot, according to MPD spokesperson Monica Williams.  The incident occurred near 36100 block of West Seville...

Maricopa police arrested and charged a 48-year-old woman early Friday morning in the Senita neighborhood in connection with a suspected domestic violence incident. According to...

A semi-trailer filled with trash caught fire on Monday morning, causing headaches for motorists until the fire scene was cleared in the evening.  The fire...

Eight students from Maricopa and Desert Sunrise high schools are headed to Orlando, Florida, this weekend to compete in the Educators Rising national conference.   EdRising...

Student-athletes needing an annual sports physical can stop by Exceptional Community Hospital on June 30 and July 7 for a free exam.  Appointments will be...

As July 4th nears, everyone's thoughts move to fireworks.  San Tan Fireworks, located in The Wells shopping area adjacent to Jiffy Lube and Walmart, is...

Vice Mayor Rich Vitiello announced over the weekend he plans to run for the District 1 seat on the Pinal County Board of Supervisors....

Six district elementary schools without secure lobbies will get video intercom systems this summer.  The technology utilizes facial recognition and real-time visibility to secure campus...

Thai Chili 2 Go will begin serving curry and noodles on July 3, just in time for fireworks. The fast casual restaurant confirmed the opening...

Be Awesome hosted an inaugural basketball tournament on June 21, featuring 18 co-ed teams. The event was designed by teens, for teens, to encourage youth...

Fireworks season runs from June 24 to July 6. Before you start blowing stuff up, make sure to follow these safety tips. Always read...

Carl’s Jr. is not too far away from making its Maricopa comeback.  First announced in late 2021, the fast-food chain plans to open a location...

During a Maricopa Unified School District meeting on June 14, Assistant Superintendent Tracey Pastor presented student discipline data from the 2022-2023 academic year. She showed...

Maricopa Library and Cultural Center’s summer reading program fosters literacy for children and adults alike during the summer months. Readers can earn badges, points, prizes...

Have plans in the Valley this weekend? Maricopa residents can expect closures in the East Valley and north Phoenix to impact travel plans.  ADOT recommends...

The Pinal County Attorney’s Office dropped a felony charge against a driver involved in a fatal crash on Gunsmoke Road in early June. Deedrik Manning,...

In a recent update on student discipline and school safety, Assistant Superintendent Tracey Pastor highlighted Maricopa Unified School District’s progress from the past academic...