MARICOPA — In approving the latest multifamily development proposal, members of the Maricopa City Council stated Tuesday that higher density housing doesn’t mean lowering neighboring property values.
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MARICOPA — In approving the latest multifamily development proposal, members of the Maricopa City Council stated Tuesday that higher density housing doesn’t mean lowering neighboring property values.
MARICOPA — Early next week, a truck carrying an empty rocket will pass through Maricopa and Casa Grande on its way to New Mexico.
CASA GRANDE — Pinal County could see more monsoon storms, like the ones that rolled through on Thursday, over the weekend.
MARICOPA — A woman was arrested on multiple charges, including trying to escape police officers with a stolen vehicle.
MARICOPA — Mayor Christian Price received a heartwarming send-off from the Maricopa community and fellow councilmembers at his last City Council meeting before leaving office on July 1.
UPDATE: Odyessa has been found safe and is in the care of the Maricopa Police Department, which thanks partnering agencies and the community for their help in the search. The original story is…
ELEVEN MILE CORNER — Even in the blazing heat of the summer, Central Arizona Valley Institute of Technology veterinary science students and shelter volunteers are hard at work providing nutrit…
CASA GRANDE — Popular musical group Rhythm Edition will take the stage on Monday, July 4, in the Paul Mason Sports Complex in a pre-fireworks show hosted by the city of Casa Grande.
CASA GRANDE — It was absolute domination by two Pinal County teams in the 1A Conference as they secured the top two seeds in the playoffs and ended up in the state title game.
Player of the Year: Danika Bryant (SR, Superior)
Player of the Year: Ethan Hatch (SR, Poston Butte)
CASA GRANDE — Continuing on with the second part of taking a glimpse at this upcoming high school football season schedules and highlighting some potentially interesting matchups.
CASA GRANDE — The high school football schedules were officially posted online by the Arizona Interscholastic Association for the upcoming seasons and there are a lot of changes for our Pinal …
MARICOPA — Heritage Academy-Maricopa has blossomed into a sports power in only its third year of existence, completing a spring campaign with state titles in baseball, softball and girls soccer.
MESA — After Syon Cordova's final triple jump, Maricopa coach Corey Nelson was more than satisfied with his lanky senior’s effort.
MARICOPA — When Tia Kannapel first arrived at Maricopa it was to start up the school’s first-ever boys volleyball program. She also ended up coaching the girls team in the fall, but since the …
MARICOPA — For five consecutive evenings every summer, more than 130 children gather at First Baptist Church of Maricopa for a week-long vacation Bible camp. They sing songs, play games, enjoy…
For most kids, no school is synonymous with all play.
One of Arizona’s little quirks that often gets a chuckle from people who come here from elsewhere is that we do everything in the winter. Over in the Midwest and the Northeast, nobody plans an…
Those who drove through Maricopa as recently as 2000 might not have even realized where they were. The area was still unincorporated, with a smattering of businesses in between farms and dairi…
"What words do we live by every day and everywhere?"
MARICOPA — For those looking for some summertime fun out of the sun, the Ak-Chin entertainment complex and Harrah's Ak-Chin Casino have activities lined up to keep area residents cool and ente…
Youth sports at Copper Sky provide a positive atmosphere for summer fun to develop life skills, make new friends and become more confident.
MARICOPA — Photographer and painter Ruby Valadez said she's always been an artist.
Pinal County is making front page headlines as economic development success, water and transportation issues are in the forefront of activity across the region, state and nation. What you may …
MARICOPA — Maricopa Community Theatre welcomes all to its family and hopes to bring entertainment and culture to the local community.
Morgan Godfrey is the head lifeguard at Copper Sky. He helps make sure things run smoothly, everyone makes it to their shift and everything is ready for the pool guests.
I was on my way home during the hot dry summer of 2020 when I saw my neighbor Alice and her dog, Bailey, trying to cross a busy street on a hot afternoon in July. I stopped and gave them a rid…
MARICOPA — For those wanting to spend more time with family close to home, there's lots of options in Maricopa to help families do just that.
ELEVEN MILE CORNER — Even in the blazing heat of the summer, Central Arizona Valley Institute of Technology veterinary science students and shelter volunteers are hard at work providing nutrit…
The following student achievements were reported to PinalCentral:
COOLIDGE — Over the summer, while some students may be traveling, relaxing by the pool or hanging out with friends, some in the Central Arizona Valley Institute of Technology cosmetology progr…
MARICOPA — Maricopa Fire and Medical along with the Chandler Fire Department mitigated an accidental incompatible chemical mix at Desert Wind Middle School.
MARICOPA — "Tough times don’t last, but tough people do."
MARICOPA — Maricopa Unified School District celebrated Desert Sunrise High School’s soft opening and ribbon cutting Tuesday morning.
MARICOPA — After taking lots of dual enrollment courses and playing multiple sports, Caleb Wayrauch is ready for a completely different stage in his life, as he plans on going to Africa for hi…
MARICOPA — A pioneer for her school, Lealani Escalade has fond memories of her time in class, though she looks forward to what's next.
MARICOPA — Tracy Morgan aims to get audiences laughing when he brings his "No Disrespect" stand-up comedy show to The Events Center at Harrah's Ak-Chin Casino.
MARICOPA — A local singer is one of 25 semifinalists in the online You God’s Music Showcase.
MARICOPA — Maricopa Community Theatre has announced its upcoming season musical, "Seussical the Musical," and a need for actors.
MARICOPA — "Karma Chameleon" crooner Boy George and the Culture Club bring their 2022 tour to Arizona with an Aug. 19 show at The Events Center at Harrah's Ak-Chin Casino.
More than seven years ago, I began writing this column, and this will be my last one since we have moved to Sun Lakes to simplify life and reduce travel times. If Pinal County voters were surv…
MARICOPA — Maricopa Friends of the Arts will host its first fundraiser at Global Water in July to promote local artists and the arts.
MARICOPA — Maricopa Community Theatre is inviting the community to take part in its production of the musical “Gypsy” this week.
MARICOPA — Camp Copa is returning next week to help fill kids' summers with engaging activities, fun learning experiences and chances to make new friends.