City Council unveils new organizational values (video)
The Maricopa City Council approved new “iSTAR” organizational values and an “iSTAR” logo during its Tuesday meeting.
The values, which are “integrity, service, teamwork, accountability...
Strong chance of weekend thunderstorms in Maricopa
Chances are pretty good Maricopans will get wet this weekend, despite the current dust advisory.
The National Weather Service is calling for a good chance...
Resident chairing Arizona’s lymphoma walk
MUSD school board candidate Lori Glenn chairs the Lymphoma Research Foundation's Lymphomathon 5K walk, one of Arizona's biggest fundraising events.
Ruiz leads ERAU basketball, hits career high
Maricopa’s Danae Ruiz is again leading her college basketball team to the Cal Pac playoffs.
Ruiz, 22, a 2016 graduate of Maricopa High School, is...
20 CAC students from Maricopa, Stanfield inducted into NSLS
By Angela Askey
Executive Director Public Relations and Marketing
The Central Arizona College (CAC) chapter of the National Society of Leadership & Success (NSLS) recently held...
Graffiti act caught on camera, suspect tagged with serial defacement
A Maricopa man was arrested by Maricopa Police Department Friday after allegedly spray-painting the car wash at Circle K. Police believe the culprit graffitied...
Buy one scoop, pay 31 cents
Mmm ... 31-cent ice cream.
MPD Report Sept. 10, 2009
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Warm, hot, hotter this week
This week will start out warm, with a high of 87 degrees F expected Monday, according to the National Weather Service. Things will really...
City Council raises pay grade for assistant to city manager
The Maricopa City Council voted to increase the pay for an open administrative position at its Oct. 21 meeting. Human Resources Director Kathleen...
MLK event again a sellout in Maricopa
The community will honor the legacy of Martin Luther King Jr. during a celebration Jan. 15.
The third annual Maricopa MLK Celebration begins 11 a.m....
Curves – Fast, Fun, Friendly Fitness
If you believe that exercise can and should be fun, then Curves is the place for you! Curves is a 30 minute fitness...
Secondhand Pages hosts Griffin as storyteller
Griffin to appear as guest storyteller at Secondhand Pages
Weekend freeway closures could affect airport, East Valley travel
Maricopans headed to the airport or East Valley this weekend should pack a little extra patience as several freeway closures and detours could extend...
VIDEO: Residents learn about police K-9 program
Maricopa police Officer Craig Curry stopped by the department’s monthly Coffee with the Chief event Saturday along with his four-legged partner, Ike, to teach...
In Brief: Christmas tree chipping, Heritage meeting
Drop off your Christmas trees Copa Cares and the Maricopa Public Works Department are providing a Christmas tree drop-off site for residents through Jan....
Weather to be nice and hot for Salsa Festival
This weekend’s forecast calls for continued warm temperatures with lots of sun and only mild breezes for Maricopa’s 12th annual Salsa Festival.
Friday the high...
A life filled with high notes
Maricopa resident Papa John DeFrancesco started his jazz career when he was 6.His father was a well-known jazz musician who played the saxophone, and...
Former CAC student leans on resources to graduate from ASU
Former Central Arizona College student Jared Gale graduated from Arizona State University in May, with a Bachelor of Science in Electrical Engineering.
As he was...
Prop 127 pits renewable energy against electric costs (VIDEO)
Electric bills will go down if Prop 127 is passed, according to proponents. Electric bills will go down if Prop 127 is defeated, according...
Bigger Maricopa Farmers Market hits town Sunday
Farmers markets have come and gone at Stagestop Marketplace, but owner Will Dunn said he’s found just the right dynamo to make weekly markets...
Drug-Free Arizona unveils new website, resources for parents, caregivers
The Arizona Affiliate of the Partnership for a Drug-Free America announces the launch of its new name and website, providing useful resource links for parents and teens.
New chamber board members elected
Local business owners Steve Durkee and Jim McMichaels have been elected to the Maricopa Chamber of Commerce board of directors.Their four-year terms begin in...
That’s entertainment at Salsa Fest 2015
Salsa Fest would not be half as festive without entertainment. Though there are changes this year in how performances will run, the day...
MHS choir students at Vocal Connection to learn, teach
New Maricopa High School Choir Director Lindsay Decoste is doing some great things to build up the choir program at MHS while also supporting the...
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...
Voter: Need Voyles to back up Babeu
With Pinal County elections quickly approaching, I wanted to offer my input regarding the race for the office of county attorney.When I moved to...
Dittmar: How protective factors can combat drug abuse
Risk factors of drug abuse were the subject of my last article; now it's time to discuss specific protective factors that can be implemented in order to combat drug abuse.
MEF gives teachers an adult night out
Maricopa teachers enjoyed free food, drinks and entertainment Saturday at the Maricopa Education Foundation’s third annual teacher appreciation night at Ak-Chin Southern Dunes.Upon arrival...
Woman hits gas instead of brake; her vehicle seriously damaged
A crash this morning near Fast and Friendly Carwash, 20168 N. John Wayne Pkwy., caused major damage to a vehicle but no injuries, according...
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