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Year in Review: Top 10 government stories of 2015 (video)

It was a big year for the city of Maricopa local government as funding, personnel and future plans all came into place for the...

Half of polled readers say ‘No’ to flu shots

Nearly half the 289 people responding to an InMaricopa.com poll on flu shots said they don’t believe in getting the vaccination.However, 34 percent, or...

Artac wins Saguaro Amateur by one shot at Ak-Chin Southern Dunes

Wes Artac of Kingwood, Texas, and Nick Hardy of Northbrook, Illinois, battled back and forth Wednesday, with Artac’s birdie on 18 being the difference...

Tejano music draws crowd to Ak-Chin (GALLERY)

Tejano music fans danced for hours Saturday night during a Latin music showcase at UltraStar Multi-tainment amphitheater. Grupo El Regreso, from Phoenix, opened the...

Sunny weather expected for the weekend

Mostly sunny skies with temperatures in the low 60s are expected for the weekend. According to the National Weather Service, clouds will be present all...

Some schools to open next week, MUSD remains closed as walkout continues

Some area schools will remain closed Monday while others plan to hold classes. Leading Edge Academy was closed Thursday and Friday, however the charter school...

Kai restaurant receives exclusive Five Diamond Award

Kai restaurant at the Sheraton Wild Horse Pass Resort and Spa was honored this past week by AAA with the exclusive Five Diamond Award.

Readers say water-rate hike would be ‘devastating’

Eighty-nine percent of 392 respondents to InMaricopa.com’s poll on a proposed Global Water rate increase answered the hike would be: “Devastating to my fiscal...
Bret Roberts state representative

State rep: Liermann is trustworthy and accountable

By state Rep. Bret M. Roberts I confidently recommend Amber Liermann, a longtime resident, for Maricopa City Council. Amber’s well-known commitment to the community promotes an...

Budget cuts unpleasant, unwanted but necessary

The Maricopa Unified School District is faced with the very difficult decision of how to cut approximately $1 million out of the 2013-2014 budget. The...

Brock’s new book celebrates Maricopa and its heritage

Maricopa historian Patricia Brock has spent the last year writing a new book, "Images of America: Maricopa," which follows and celebrates Maricopa's rich heritage--from the early Hohokam digging canals with sticks to the residents of the city of Maricopa as it exists today.

Maricopa boys’ basketball in a ‘waiting game’ after loss in section tourney (video)

The Maricopa High School boys’ basketball may have played their last game of the 2015-16 season in a losing effort Friday night against Scottsdale...

Interstate widening continues between Tucson and Phoenix

Drivers need to allow extra time for travel between Phoenix and Tucson from now until March.

Getting to know Jennifer Szoltysik

Jennifer Szoltysik teaches instrumental and vocal classes in Maricopa, where big demand keeps her days filled with music. Hometown: Mesa Maricopan since: 2004 Occupation: Music teacher -...

Give your child a winning edge in sports

By Andrew H. Jones Community Relations Coordinator Sun Life Family Health Center When kids step on the court or field of play, they have little else on...

Prueter named new United Way executive director

The Board of Directors of United Way of Pinal County announced last week that Beverly Prueter has joined the staff as the new executive director.

MHS runners finish season hitting personal best times

  Personal records fell by the wayside Saturday as Maricopa High School cross country runners finished the regular season at the Eye of the Tiger...

Don’t face life’s difficulties alone in 2011

This is a good time to take stock of the past and look ahead to the future. As you consider how you would like the New Year to unfold, I invite you to look at the people you surround yourself with and the communities with which you associate. Your community is a critical part of your life and helps to determine your happiness. 

Chamber reinvents itself, names new leadership team

Dave Moss is credited with turning around the Surprise Regional Chamber of Commerce, helping it double its membership in three years and growing its...

Nationwide DTV test scheduled for evening of Dec. 17

Today Orbitel Communications announced that a nationwide Digital TV (DTV) transition test has been scheduled by the American Cable Association and the National Broadcast Association on Wednesday Dec. 17, between 6:20 p.m.-6:45 p.m.

Babeu to speak at VFW flag-raising Monday

The Veterans of Foreign Wars Post 12043 is presenting its Memorial Day ceremony 8 a.m. Monday at its headquarters at 44240 W. Maricopa-Casa Grande...

MPD Report Dec. 23, 2008

00:48:49 12/23/08 08-16297 ALARM COWPATH & JOHN WAYNE PKWY, AT A...
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Man charged in alleged Halloween assault on his mother

A man was arrested on Halloween after allegedly strangling his mother at her home in the Heritage District. Estevan A. Pena, 22, was charged with...

MPD receives grant to fund bicycle patrols

Maricopa Police Chief Steve Stahl and Sgt. Elliot Sneezy told residents Saturday where their tax dollars are putting police officers and why.“We deploy our...

Lessons learned in 2008

The holidays are upon us, and we are fervently anticipating the coming of the New Year. 2009 has to be better than 2008.

Courtny Tyler is passionate about her profession

State Farm insurance agent Courtny Tyler started out to be a history teacher, but her career course was altered by a part-time job she took while attending college.

Wade: Protect your vote

HB2305 was sold by radical Tea Party legislators as a reform bill to insure the voting process is not corrupted. What it is actually,...

Council to discus legislative priorities, youth programming

The Maricopa City Council will look at adopting a legislative agenda and approving a contract for youth services when it meets tonight at the Maricopa Unified School District Office, 44150 W. Maricopa-Casa Grande Highway, at 6 p.m.

AAA: Volatile month ahead for gas prices

After a two-week price surge, Arizona fuel prices have switched gears, although it’s uncertain how long this relief will last. This week, the statewide...

PCSO Report Jan. 29, 2009

090129049 Civil Complaint Incident Address : W PAPAGO RD & N WHITE RD MARICOPA ...
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