City seeking public comment on temporary signs
The Planning & Zoning Commission is seeking public comment on a proposed zoning code amendment during an upcoming meeting at City Hall.
The amendment would...
Central Arizona College recognizes May 2023 graduates
Central Arizona College recognized this year’s college graduates during a commencement ceremony at the Signal Peak Campus on Friday, May 12, 2023.
A total of...
A last shot, a found path
By John Hill - Photo by: Victor Moreno
Kincade Young, a recent graduate from Heritage Academy, has been a part of many firsts since the...
Heritage dancer takes center stage
For a self-proclaimed “shy gal,” the idea of a spotlight might seem overbearing. But Abigail Panter, a recent graduate from Heritage Academy, views the...
Charges dropped against Rancho man who killed his father
A man accused of shooting his father last year has not been charged, according to Pinal County Attorney’s Office.
At 7:48 p.m. on Dec. 18,...
MFMD to host water safety event
Water Safety Month is nearly over, but Maricopa Fire and Medical Department will carry that messaging through June with its Water Safety Day.
The department...
Free meal program begins this week
Maricopa Unified School District’s free-meal program begins this week, ensuring children access to nutritious meals throughout the summer.
Breakfast will be served from 8-9 a.m....
Recent public art initiative a ‘dream come true’ for local artists
Maricopa’s intersections started looking a little more vibrant over the Memorial Day weekend.
Artists began installing their work on 11 otherwise drab traffic signal control...
Maricopa veterans reflect on Memorial Day
As Maricopa residents prep their grills and enjoy a day off, Maricopa’s veterans raised a flag Monday morning outside the Maricopa Community Center to...
Manfredi: Memorial Day reflections
Submitted By: Councilmember Vincent Manfredi
Memorial Day stands as a poignant reminder of the brave soldiers who laid down their lives for our liberties. Though...
Tractor Supply confirms opening
Tractor Supply Co. will begin selling agricultural products and pet supplies to Maricopa residents this fall, a spokesperson confirmed Thursday.
“At this time, I can...
Covered RV storage may be coming to town
Maricopa Planning & Zoning Commission will review a permit request for Carefree Covered RV Storage during a June 12 meeting.
The storage facility submitted paperwork...
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...
City encourages reporting long train waits
Anyone driving in and out of the Santa Rosa Crossings neighborhood knows the pain of waiting at train crossings.
While residents await the early fall...
Heritage Academy back-to-back baseball champs
After an impressive 15-1 season, the Heritage Academy baseball team clinched the Arizona Canyon Athletic Division II State Title for the second year in...
Desert Wind students celebrate science
Desert Wind Middle School science students recently immersed themselves in the world of STEM – science, technology, engineering and mathematics – with an “out...
Lopeman’s contract extended until 2026
Superintendent Dr. Tracey Lopeman of the Maricopa Unified School District expressed her gratitude to the Governing Board after they extended her contract until 2026.
“It...
Sequoia Pathway graduates reflect on emotions, hard work
A lot of emotions, a lot of hard work.
That’s how one Sequoia Pathway Academy senior summarized his final year of high school just prior...
City expected revenue to top $90 million
The city of Maricopa anticipates a total general fund revenue of $91.35 million for fiscal year 2024, according to a budget report revealed during...
Fogging in Maricopa Meadows to fight skeeters
The property management company for the Maricopa Meadows Homeowners Association will be conducting a round of mosquito fogging in the community this weekend.
City Property,...
Scenes from Maricopa High School’s commencement ceremony
Thursday night, 629 students graduated at during Maricopa High School's 2023 commencement before a packed football stadium at Maricopa High School.
Photographer Victor Moreno attended...
Happy sweet 116 to local legend
Today, we celebrate the 116th anniversary of John Wayne's birth. The Hollywood star, whose real name was Marion Morrison, was a Maricopa area business...
ADOT: No highway closures scheduled this Memorial Day weekend
Hitting the road this Memorial Day weekend? ADOT has announced there will be no closures on state highways this weekend.
ADOT and its contractors are...
Class of 2023 graduates from Maricopa High School
As the sun cast a warm glow on the faces of more than 620 Maricopa High School graduates, friends and family gathered to watch...
A+ Charter celebrates inaugural graduating class
A+ Charter School celebrated a significant milestone last night as it bid farewell to its first full graduating class since the school’s opening in...
DUI suspect arrested, charged with child in car
Maricopa Police arrested a woman May 19 in connection with five DUI charges and endangerment.
According to a probable cause statement, officers responded at 8:15...
Slim Chickens finally breaks ground
Slim Chickens broke ground this week at its new Maricopa location. Construction vehicles and materials could be seen at the site on the northwest...
Elite 347 creates space for young student athletes
Elite 347, a non-profit youth football team catering to ages 6 to 14, is more than just a team.
The young athletes participate in a...
Softball dynasty brewing at Heritage Academy
The Maricopa Heritage Academy varsity softball team is proving to be a powerhouse on the diamond as they secured their second Division 1-2 State...
County hopes $5 microchip offer spurs dog, cat owners
Pinal County Animal Care and Control is offering $5 microchipping for cats and dogs through May 31.
The shelter is offering the low-cost service in...