A Desert Oasis: The Flora of Copper Sky

Discover the natural beauty of Copper Sky Recreation Complex through its stunning landscaping featuring Agave, Brittlebush, Blue Palo Verde, Ocotillo, and Prickly Pear Cactus. Diverse...

Springtime splendor: Mallards, reflections and foliage at Homestead

As spring blooms, Homestead Lake in Maricopa becomes a remarkable sight. InMaricopa.com's Bryan Mordt recently visited the lake and captured breathtaking images of the natural...

A melting pot of fun was had at Copa Cultural Night Market

Maricopans of all cultures gathered on Saturday at Copper Sky amid music, dancing and smiles -- making the second annual Copa Cultural Night Market...

Historical Society debuts city’s ‘rich tapestry’ in Black-history exhibit

The Maricopa Historical Society, hoping to illustrate the city’s diverse history and culture, has opened an exhibit featuring prominent Black figures since the city’s...

Close call: Maricopa firefighters tackle fire-pit blaze that spreads to house

Maricopa Fire/Medical responded to a fire outside a home in the 42000 block of West Cheyenne Drive shortly after 1 p.m. Thursday after a...

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...

‘Magical night’ at dance-contest gala raises $175K for Boys, Girls Clubs

The color and excitement, to say nothing of the money raised for Boys & Girls Clubs of the Sun Corridor, had organizers beaming and...

Pima Butte and the superbloom: A journey through spring beauty

Maricopa is home to the stunning Pima Butte, standing 1,660 feet tall and surrounded by a vibrant display of desert flowers. Our photo gallery captures...

It’s time for Little Leaguers across Maricopa to play ball

What is it about the smell of fresh-cut grass, the good feeling of a warm afternoon and the pop of a thrown baseball into...

Fundraising gala helps send Pinal County high school seniors to CAC 

At Central Arizona College’s annual A Night of Stars fundraiser, the real stars were the Pinal County high school seniors who will benefit from...

Banner year for fun and fundraising at Seeds of Change masquerade gala

By Jay Taylor The 2023 Seeds of Change Gala, Maricopa’s premier charitable and social event, raised about $10,000 more than a year ago, according to...

‘Sno joke: Area peaks receive overnight dusting as winter storm rolls through

A winter storm overnight had Maricopa residents awakening this morning to a winter wonderland -- from afar. Snow could be seen on mountain peaks from...

Dog-day afternoon for Kody and pals at new canine romp area at Pacana Park

Everyone seems to love the energetic, playful, goofiness of dogs -- as long as they do it outside the house. That's been a problem in...

Night Market Time Machine: A salute to fashion, music — and cars with fins

The inaugural Night Market Time Machine at Copper Sky on Jan. 13 proved to be a unique vehicle that transported visitors through five decades...

Final look: Festive holiday lights are going, going . . .

We've turned the page on a new year. It's time to look ahead and focus on a promising 2023. But before we do, let's take one...

Frequent visitor has the birds of Pacana Park eating out of his hand

For the past 5 years, Scott Shaw has been a daily fixture at Pacana Park, where he feeds the pigeons, ducks and other birds. Not...

Thanking veterans for their service

They've put on the uniforms of the United States of America's armed forces to defend our rights and our way of life. Many of them...

Relay for Life draws survivors, families, supporters to battle breast cancer

08One in eight women in the U.S. and 2.3 million worldwide are diagnosed with breast cancer every year, according to the American Cancer Society. In...

First day of classes at Desert Sunrise (Photos)

Desert Sunrise High School welcomed students for the first time on Thursday. The new school on the east side of Maricopa welcomed freshmen and sophomores....

Phoenix Rising player makes Maricopa appearance – Photos

Kevon Lambert, a defender and midfielder for Phoenix Rising FC in the USL Championship soccer league, stopped by a Maricopa supermarket Thursday to visit...

As far as the eye can see

InMaricopa photographer Bryan Mordt was on hand at the sunflower fields off North Ralston Road on Friday morning as a cropdusting airplane flew over...

Ceremony retires American flags with flames of dignity – Photos

Last Tuesday was Flag Day, the celebration of the "Stars and Stripes" that occurs each year on June 14, the anniversary of the flag's...

Another huge gallery of MHS graduation photos

The Class of 2022 graduated from Maricopa High School Class of 2022 during commencement ceremonies Thursday night in Ram Stadium. PHOTOS: More Victor Moreno shots...

170 photos of MHS graduation by Victor Moreno

Members of the Maricopa High School Class of 2022 accepted their diplomas Thursday night during commencement ceremonies in Ram Stadium. Teachers, administrators, friends and family...

History photos: Student explosion

The Maricopa High School campus has grown considerably over the years. The football players and cheerleaders pictured were among the 28 MHS students —...

Old-school memories

This aerial photo from 1958 shows the original Maricopa High School with its gymnasium, right, and two wings of classrooms. The school had only...

Community artists get spotlight

The works of some 20 local artists were on display during an exhibit on Oct. 12 at the Maricopa Community Center. The show was...

Behind the Scenes – photoshoot at Sun Life Health

Check out photos of photographer Victor Moreno getting the cover shot of the 2021 InMaricopa Health Guide. The Health Guide was mailed as part...

PHOTOS: 2 ribbons cut to open new Community Center

The Maricopa Community Center officially opened Saturday with a pair of ribbon cuttings that drew about 200 people on a rainy morning. The new facility...
July 4th Bobby Bruce Waterslide

Great American 4th Tailgate party – in photos

There was family fun as far as the eye could see at Sunday's Great American 4th Tailgate at Copper Sky. From Waterslide Alley to competitive...
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