At Ross, crowd of shoppers finds sale is worth the waits
The sale was on Wednesday at Ross Dress for Less and shoppers waited in line for close to an hour to get inside for...
National day honors many in Maricopa
Farming is not just history in Maricopa — it’s also part of the future. That’s why National Farmers Day happens this date every year.
Just...
Invasive plant beautiful in spring, but in dry desert summers, it stinks
Have you seen that vibrant explosion of yellow surrounding Maricopa? While the flower may be nice to look at, it is invasive, and quite...
Joe Jackson: A Paralympian’s journey to Japan – Diary
Maricopa’s own Joseph Jackson is representing Team USA at the 2020 Paralympic Games in Tokyo. Jackson, a member of the U.S. Wheelchair Rugby since...
HISTORY: All along the water tower
The old water tower is a familiar landmark that highlights the city’s history as a hub for trains. This old tower has seen it...
World-renowned architecture firm to design 3rd middle school
Maricopa Unified School District’s governing board hired an architectural firm known for its master plan of the Palm Jumeirah in Dubai and designing Sedona...
MHS seniors offered $7 million in scholarships
Maricopa High School held its annual senior awards night May 8, to recognize the achievements of the graduating class of 2023.
Family, friends and...
Murphy Road lane restrictions announced
Murphy Road near the construction of the new high school will be partially closed for about 30 days, starting Oct. 25.
Temporary traffic signals will...
Sandlot Maricopa honors Hydie Fernandez this weekend
This weekend, Sandlot Maricopa is honoring Suheiry “Hydie” Fernandez, the 10-year-old girl who tragically lost her life on March 31 following an accident on...
“Best Christmas Ever” – as told in photos
Photographer Victor Moreno had his hands full on Monday capturing the emotions and the excitement of the "Best Christmas Ever" ceremony. Here are some...
Principals adjust to virtual job demands on MUSD campuses
It’s been an unprecedented start to the school year for Maricopa Unified School District’s nine principals, including three new to the job.
In a great...
Uniformed agent will again greet travelers at Amtrak station
When Amtrak trains stop in Maricopa on their way to Los Angeles or New Orleans, riders will soon be greeted by a uniformed agent...
Tough loss for Desert Sunrise at first-ever homecoming
In an out-of-conference showdown Sept. 15, the Desert Sunrise Golden Hawks football team faced came up short versus the Flagstaff Eagles and suffered a...
Vice Mayor Manfredi elected to rural transportation advocacy group
During the January meeting of the Central Arizona Governments (CAG) Governing Board, Maricopa City Vice Mayor Vincent Manfredi was elected to serve an additional...
PD chief: Crime down in 2023
Violent crimes in Maricopa during 2023 skyrocketed over the previous year, Arizona Department of Public Safety annual statistics show.
Overall, violent crimes were up more...
MUSD board to consider installing metal detectors
Maricopa Unified School District Governing Board will conduct a work study June 14 on OPENGATE, a weapon detection system aimed at enhancing the safety...
Fire department promotes Maxcy
Maricopa Fire Department has promoted Nathan Maxcy to battalion chief.
“Maxcy’s dedication and exceptional leadership embody our commitment to serving and safeguarding our community,” a...
MHS boys varsity volleyball team’s ‘revenge tour’ yields No. 10 ranking
In the second year of the program, the Maricopa High School boys volleyball team is making its mark with its No. 10 ranking in...
Harrah’s Ak-Chin Casino donates $10,000 to F.O.R. Maricopa
Harrah’s Ak-Chin Casino has long made the commitment to support nonprofit organizations throughout Maricopa. Through its community outreach program, H.E.R.O., Harrah’s Ak-Chin recently donated...
GTK: Jay and Daniela Clayton, owners of plumbing company
Jay and Daniela Clayton, longtime residents of Maricopa, own My Essential Plumber, a local company.
Hometown: Payson
Reside in: Alterra
Maricopan since: August 2007
Occupation: Master plumber
Family: Jay,...
Gila River Resorts & Casinos Hiring for 700 Positions
Gila River Resorts & Casinos is hosting jobs fairs in to hire 700 positions. The new and existing roles are available at all four...
Molly’s House of Little Feet Graduation
Molly's House of Little Feet, a preschool and daycare facility founded by Amalia Clark, recently held a heartwarming graduation ceremony at Sequoia Pathway Elementary...
Maricopa remembers 9/11 attacks 22 years later
Maricopa High School stood solemn and still this morning.
The city came together in memoriam of the 2,977 people who died in the terrorist attacks...
ADOT: No state highway closures over upcoming holiday weekends
No full closures are scheduled on state highways over and between the upcoming Christmas and New Year’s weekends, as the Arizona Department of Transportation...
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...
Matt Huffman’s legacy given new life at MHS ballpark
Matt Huffman held the world in the pocket of his baseball glove.
He was a baseball star for the Maricopa High School Rams and a...
Search extended for interim Pinal County Clerk of the Superior Court
The search for an interim appointee as Pinal County Clerk of Superior Court has been extended.
Arizona Gov. Doug Ducey will fill the vacancy created...
MUSD parents and students advocate for school safety following Nashville shooting
While the nation reels following the Nashville, Tenn., incident on March 27 in which three young children and three adults were shot and killed...
A last shot, a found path
By John Hill - Photo by: Victor Moreno
Kincade Young, a recent graduate from Heritage Academy, has been a part of many firsts since the...
World-class MMA fighter ‘hits lottery’ with family, community, business
Martial arts guru, nursing student and father of four Hamilton Ash is fighting for his best life.
Ash is an active professional MMA fighter, boxer...