Theatre group offering ‘Camp Rock’
Maricopa Community Theatre is excited to announce its upcoming summer camp opportunity for students ages 8 to 19.
Coyote Trail B&B offers ‘true desert experience’
Mary Lopez retired to Arizona after a 30-year career in public service in West Virginia, and promptly got an idea for a new business.
Maricopa businesses supporting youth, troops
Sunday was a busy day for Maricopa’s businesses working to help local youth and our troops.
No deal yet on ‘Quiet Zone’ study
The study would not cover any associated construction costs for the Quiet Zone, but a study is required by several governing agencies.
Sloan family grows, begins farming
A year after moving to Maricopa in 1938, Ava Sloan’s youngest son, Harry Zane, was born.
AIA responds to mother of hearing impaired boy
Thank you for your letter regarding the incident at your son’s school in Maricopa.
Diabetes association offers free support program
The American Diabetes Association is offering a free support program to Type 2 diabetics.
3 generations of giving
Some 50 years later, Cole is still bringing year-round cheer to Maricopa area residents.
Armed Forces Day opens military exhibit
Yesterday was Armed Forces Day and a fitting time to open an exhibit of historical military artifacts displayed at the Maricopa Public Library.Library Director...
2 multi-vehicle accidents, 1 fatality
State Route 347 between Maricopa's city limits and Casa Blanca Road just experienced its second bad accident in less than 15 hours.The highway is...
Local author’s success ‘Written in the Stars’
The first-time novelist, her husband and three children came to Maricopa almost seven years ago.
‘Click It or Ticket’ crackdown coming
The Maricopa Police Department will join local and national law enforcement officers for the 2011 Click It or Ticket seat belt enforcement mobilization from May 23 to June 5.
Supervisors cut $2.1 million from county budget
Pinal County's Board of Supervisors adopted $2.1 million in cuts for the new fiscal year.
SR 347 down to 1 lane Monday, Thursday
Traffic on State Route 347 will be restricted to one lane north- and south-bound over four-mile stretches Monday and Thursday due to construction. The...
Nissan’s ‘secret’ site
The Nissan Technical Center staff closely guards what they are testing inside their warehouses and on their test tracks.
Military display opening at Maricopa library
Maricopa Veterans of Foreign Wars and the American Legion will commission the new military display at the Maricopa Public Library Saturday.
Man gets 20 years for drive-by shooting
Stanley K. Cox of Maricopa was sentenced to 12 years in prison for his involvement in a June 19, 2010 shooting at a residence...
Desert Sun Performing Arts celebrates “A Dream Is a Wish”
Desert Sun Performing Arts is presenting its 5th annual dance recital, and the whole community is invited.
MPD arrests 24 over Cinco de Mayo weekend
The Maricopa Police Department conducted DUI saturation patrols over the Cinco De Mayo weekend beginning Thursday, May 5, through Saturday, May 7. During that...
Maricopa fire fighter on wildfire deployment
Maricopa fire fighter Brad Pitassi is among a group of more than 700 public safety officials battling a vicious blaze in southeastern Arizona.
Arena, other local businesses supporting nation’s troops
“The troops do so much for us, and, with Memorial Day coming, we wanted to do something special,” said Porsha Gray, assistant manager of Arena Sports Grill.
Graham: still a puppy at heart
If you are looking for a great Shepherd mix, Graham is the dog for you.
Johnson-Ridgway: a boy’s dreams shattered
I am the mother of Eric Johnson, a 14-year-old-boy who was diagnosed with bilateral sensorineural hearing loss since the age of four.
Map legislative districts, win a prize
Anyone with a computer can carve out boundaries for Arizona’s 30 legislative districts and nine Congressional districts.
Congressional candidate at The Duke Friday
Gabriela Saucedo Mercer, a candidate to represent Maricopans and the rest of District 7 in the United States Congress, is hosting a meet-and-greet Friday...
Council reduces benefits, approves tentative budget
“Better than balanced, it’s in the black!” This was the highlighted description of the new city budget.
Gardening questions answered
On Saturday, May 21, the University of Arizona-Maricopa will host a free gardening showcase from 8 a.m. until noon.
Alleged child molester denied bond
Dennis Raymond Forsythe denied bond on counts of sexual abuse, child molestation, sexual assault.
4 of 5 week’s permits to Maricopa-based businesses
The city of Maricopa approved five permits to operate businesses this past week.
Schroeder: Regarding fugitive chase
I am writing to you as a parent and a homeowner who resides on West Oster Drive in Maricopa.