Maricopa files annexation to double size, block Goodyear
Maricopa files annexation to double size, block Goodyear
9/11 Reflections
Maricopans share their memories of that fateful day, 20 years ago.
DREW DIGRAZIA Resident
At first I couldn’t really understand what I was seeing, because I was...
MHS Wrestling celebrates seniors with 2 wins at last home meet of season
The Maricopa High School wrestling team hosted its final meet of the regular season Thursday, winning two of three matches while also pausing to...
O’Halleran’s mobile office holds hours in Maricopa
As a reminder, staff from Congressman Tom O'Halleran's office will be at Maricopa City Hall on Wednesday from 9 a.m. to 12 p.m. to...
Maricopa High Marching Rams finish 4th in state
GLENDALE -- Maricopa High School’s Marching Ram finished fourth Saturday among the state’s top eight high school bands at the state championships.
“They did a...
Maricopa auctioneer joins national association
A Maricopa businessman has joined the world’s largest professional organization for auctioneers.
Nathan Guilford of Liquidate Az, a family business specializing in wholesale, liquidation, auctions...
Opinion: You can redistribute some of the taxes you pay in Arizona
By Bob Batche
Who likes to pay any sort of tax?
I can assure you I don’t, but we do need services supplied by our community...
1.5 Tons of Marijuana Siezed Near Stanfield
The Pinal County Narcotics Task Force, with the assistance of the marked patrol division, recently seized 2,927 pounds of marijuana from two vehicles near...
MUSD Board to discuss campus enhancements for improved safety
The Maricopa Unified School District Governing Board will discuss and possibly approve a project to renovate the office and main entrances at Maricopa Wells...
3 MHS student-athletes commit to colleges
Three Maricopa High School student-athletes signed for college athletic scholarships Thursday.
MHS Athletic Director Craig Moody presented the athletes to a crowd of family, friends...
Half-Staff Notification, September 11
Gov. Doug Ducey ordered flags at all state buildings to be lowered to half-staff Sunday, Sept. 11, in remembrance of the nearly 3,000 men...
City program offers support to parents, students for online learning
A new City of Maricopa program will support parents and students as they begin learning online.
Afterschool Connect, launched by the Community Services Department, seeks...
Convicted Sex Offender Living Near Schools
The Pinal County Sheriff's Department recently released information alerting the public a registered sex offender has moved to Maricopa. James Hensley Lewis, 51, was...
Maricopa schools prioritize mental health
May is Mental Health Awareness Month and schools across Maricopa Unified School District are developing plans to engage students and families in mental-health related...
Getting to Know: City Council Candidate Marvin L. Brown
This is the first in a series of personality profiles and video interviews with the candidates running for two seats in the General Election on Tuesday.
Former MPD officer appeals termination to merit board
Former Maricopa Police Officer Martice Berry will appeal an August decision to terminate him from the force on Monday. The hearing will take place in front of the city's merit board in a court-like proceeding. Upon completing the hearing, the board will hand over a recommendation to the city manager.
Maricopa Remembers: Locals reflect on the 20th anniversary of 9/11
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Beat the heat: essential tips to stay cool and safe this summer
As temperatures soar and extreme heat becomes increasingly common, it's crucial to take proactive measures to protect ourselves, our families, and our communities from...
Man passed out in car arrested on drug charges
A Maricopa man is facing drug charges after his arrest at Pacana Park Monday.
Joshua Roberson was charged with possession of dangerous drugs and drug...
Neighbors helping neighbors builds community spirit for Christmas
This Christmas, Maricopa Neighbors in Need, a community outreach group with more than 2,000 members on Facebook, will hold its annual “Operation Christmas Child.”
The...
Meet: Tyrone Richardson
On a sunny morning at Pacana Park, I had the pleasure of meeting Tyrone Richardson, a 45-year-old resident who has made Maricopa his home...
Bartle: City council cops out, condones Gusse’s attacks on local business
At its May 19 meeting, the Maricopa City Council addressed an ethics complaint I filed against Councilmember Julia Gusse. Here is the story from...
Engineer James Huerta: A battle with Covid
James Huerta caught COVID-19 in November 2020. Despite his incredible physical shape, the coronavirus hit hard.
It all started the Saturday before Thanksgiving when Huerta...
City annexation appears ‘disingenuous’ to proposed residents
City annexation appears 'disingenuous' to proposed residents
TRAIN DAY: Fifth graders ride the rails, in tiny detail
It was Train Day yesterday at Butterfield Elementary School and a team of railroad-loving 11-year-olds showed off their detailed work, creating tiny towns by...
Traffic stop leads to drug arrest
Michael Dematteo, 37, was arrested by Maricopa Police Monday on suspicion of having dangerous drugs, methamphetamine and drug paraphernalia.
About 2 p.m. a Maricopa Police...
Maricopa High graduates have a window seat for Diploma Day
After a year that culminated in so much disappointment for many Maricopa High School graduates, the Class of 2020 and its accomplishments were celebrated...
Some Maricopa parks and recreational facilities to reopen this weekend (VIDEO)
The city of Maricopa will begin this weekend to reopen parks and recreational facilities closed or restricted as part of the public health response...
From 2,000 miles away, I saw something special in Maricopa. I hope you do,...
I’ve lived in Maricopa for nine days.
But I’ve been around the block. As a journalist.
I came here from Pennsylvania for an opportunity to return...
Arizona Registry and Education (SHARE) Hands Only CPR program at Lunch & Learn
By Bill Robertson
Lunch & Learn, a monthly program sponsored by Maricopa, brings in speakers to present and provide information of interest or educational to...