Importance of Early Childhood Development
By Andrew H. JonesTIP OF THE MONTH
Educational Activities
Visit your local library for fun educational activities that will stimulate your child’s development.
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Children are constantly learning...
Maricopa’s first orthodontists in ‘for the long haul
Maricopa orthodontists Tyler and Dustin Coles rooted their business in the community when the city was in the midst of historical growth.
“During the housing...
What to do, and not do, when you’re involved in a crash
A car crash can be scary event. People may feel confused, disoriented, angry, stressed, fearful, pain or any number of other emotions. Here are three...
Maricopa Grand Slam to bring poetic ‘War of Words’ on Nov. 14
A dual-county, real and virtual contest in performance poetry comes to Maricopa on Saturday, Nov. 14.
The Maricopa Grand Slam pits 12 slam poets from...
Proactive economic development is native to Ak-Chin
From its agricultural heritage, the Ak-Chin Indian Community became uniquely adaptable to changing climates and conditions. This resilience laid the groundwork for a 21st...
White, espresso popular in 2018 house design trends
By Dayv Morgan
As construction returns to Maricopa neighborhoods, new model homes give us a sneak peek into upcoming design trends in our region.
Last year,...
Drought and the Colorado River
By Shaina Shay
Water Resources & Conservation Specialist
WHAT'S HAPPENING?
The Colorado River Basin, like Arizona, is in the midst of a 20-plus-year drought that is stressing...
Sun Life awarded $15,000 grant from Delta Dental
Sponsored - With an unwavering commitment to ensuring access to oral health education and preventive dental care, especially for children, the Delta Dental of Arizona...
Realtor: Pros, cons of renting out your home
By Dayv Morgan
Many homeowners in Maricopa have considered keeping their home as a rental property or buying a second home as an investment.
Mostly without...
Trust has never been so important
By C. Jon Beecroft, M.D.
Trust is a hard thing to earn these days. This last year has taught us about trust, and lack of...
Maricopa Real estate supply down by 50%
By Brian Petersheim
Maricopa Real estate market inventory drying up while sellers sit in the driver’s seat.
The number of homes currently for sale in the...
Children’s Learning Adventure’s secret to building successful childcare team
Young children are impressionable, which is why it’s important to set a good example. At Children’s Learning Adventure, Maricopa staff members embody the characteristics...
CS CPA Group: back to basics for tax time
Last year was a crazy year for just about everyone, and now is the time to do that one last thing necessary to put...
Funeral preplanning – the missing milestone
By Kristin Gramando
The road of life is filled with important milestones — major events and achievements that help to define who we are and...
Vote ‘yes’ on Proposition 452 to secure Maricopa’s energy future
Southwest Gas is proud to serve the City of Maricopa. For decades, we’ve helped heat homes, deliver hot showers and cook meals in Maricopa...
Children’s Learning Adventure provides a unique learning environment
Children’s Learning Adventure helps their students reach educational and personal goals by providing them with all the tools needed to succeed. The STEAM based...
Expect housing market to cool off as days cool down
By Dayv Morgan
The end of summer brings with it the cooling of the Maricopa housing market.
The affordable housing in the city makes it a...
Service you deserve
A recent meeting with a new client reminded me of a few things. Important things that we should not forget.
This Client was looking for...
Properly managing your credit report can open many doors
As an underwriter for over 20 years in the all the financing arenas, I’ve learned how to read the single most important financial documents...
Copa Shorts Film Fest goes comedy
Copa Shorts Film Fest is back for its 5th annual festival Nov. 6-7. Get ready to laugh at each 2-20-minute comedy-themed short.
“We all need...
Children’s Learning Adventure students creating healthy habits that last a lifetime
 Young children are exceptionally impressionable, which is why it is crucial to set good examples early on. Children’s Learning Adventure in Maricopa teaches their...
Senior volunteers Sponsored Test
For the second year in a row, second grade students at Butterfield Elementary interviewed senior volunteers (age 50 and up) from the community.
The interviews...
Good health starts with a healthy routine
By Andrew H. Jones
Community Relations Coordinator
Sun Life Family Health Center
As parents we never hesitate to schedule regular routine checkups for our children, but as...
Shamrock Farms hosting Joy to the Herd festivities
It’s that magical time of year when our Shamrock Farms gets festive!
Our annual Joy to the Herd event featuring 15 tons of snow, a...
Keep your kids entertained, free from boredom over summer
By Andrew H. Jones
Community Relations Coordinator, Sun Life Family Health Center
Summer break is upon us and in the age of cell phones and video games,...
Children’s Learning Adventure making community service a priority
The first few years of a child’s life is a time of incredible growth and development. Positive learning experiences in a variety of settings,...
Leading Edge Maricopa to host Kindergarten Roundup
Leading Edge Academy - Maricopa will host a kindergarten roundup from 5:30 p.m. to 6:15 p.m. on March 24, for perspective and current students.
This...
2018 ushers in the biggest tax law changes since the mid 1950s
By James A. Chaston, CPA
Changes to Individual Taxes
Taxpayers either take itemized deductions or the standard deduction whichever is greater. In 2017, the standard deduction...