Elections

By Ethan McSweeney “The city has always had those rules in place,“but it’s rare that it actually comes up.” -- Mayor Christian Price Chris Sarappo, a...

By Ethan McSweeney Chris Sarappo doesn’t expect to win his race for state representative in Legislative District 11 – he just wants to give voters...

By Ethan McSweeney A few additional teachers and extra equipment for students are among the changes to the Maricopa Unified School District’s budget override. Governing...

By Rich Vitiello Rather than couch things in political happy talk, I speak plainly – without glossing things over and dishing out words from both...

A half-cent sales tax could relieve some of the traffic pressure on State Route 347, if Pinal County voters go for it. The Board of...

DEMOCRAT Kaye Dickson Age: 52 Years in Pinal County: 33 Education: Master’s degree in Public Administration, bachelor’s degree in Criminal Justice, Certified Public  Manager, Certified Arizona Police Officer,...

By Anthony Smith The role of county supervisor requires a person to pay attention to details and be a good researcher of the facts. The...

By Angela Villa Regarding the upcoming election for Pinal County Supervisor for District 4, we need a change. We need representation. I have been a resident...

By Julia R. Gusse My name is Julia Romero Gusse, and I am running for the opportunity and privilege to serve the great City of...

By Leon Potter I am hopeful when a candidate runs for office that it is because the person has a heart for public service and...

By Rich Vitiello I’m passionate.  I’m passionate for my family, my friends and my community.  I’m passionate about issues we face in this county.  It’s...

By Ethan McSweeney Candidates for Pinal County Sheriff and Pinal County Attorney took part in a debate at UltraStar Multi-tainment Center on Saturday morning to...

By Ethan McSweeney The two Republican candidates for District 4 of the Pinal County Board of Supervisors traded barbs in a heated debate Saturday morning...

By Ethan McSweeney Candidates in the crowded Republican primary field for Arizona’s first congressional district laid out their plans and qualifications — most keeping with...

By Dan Frank As one of seven candidates for three City Council seats, I want to outline my qualifications and tell you why I am...

By Anthony Smith It is my privilege to announce that Christian Price, mayor of the City of Maricopa, has joined a growing list of leaders...

Teachers and technology have been top selling points for the “Vote Yes on the Override” campaign in Maricopa. City Councilman Vincent Manfredi is chairman of...

By Anthony Smith On May 11, 2016, I was notified by the Pinal County Deputies Association that they are endorsing my candidacy for re-election as...

Fewer than 9,000 votes separated approval of Proposition 123 from disapproval in the May 17 Special Election. By late Wednesday, ayes had it at 50.48...

Proposition 123 (education funding) The Basics Prop. 123 amends the Arizona Constitution to increase the annual distributions from the state land trust permanent funds to schools,...

By Rich Vitiello I find it appalling that the incumbent would try to pull the wool over our collective eyes and hide the facts. FACT: Contrary...

By Anthony Smith In my previous campaigns, I’ve focused on positive messages and sharing my detailed plans for the future.  Unfortunately, some candidates focus on...

District 4 needs help at Central Arizona College. Can a Maricopan help? After the resignation of Rita Nader, who faced recall in the wake of college...

By Rich Vitiello “Troublesome alliance” is what the incumbent termed the relationship between Sheriff Paul Babeu and me. Tony Smith might want to look in...

By Anthony Smith For the past several years, it has been my privilege to serve first as the mayor of the City of Maricopa and...

Rich Vitiello is running for office, but he’s changed his mind about which office he is seeking. The businessman had pulled a packet to run...