Connect with us
![An exterior view of the old Maricopa Police Station on Civic Center Plaza on Feb. 13, 2025. [Monica D. Spencer]](https://arizonanews.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/02/City-Shockingly-Withdraws-Plans-to-Transform-Police-Department-into-Vibrant-1000x600.jpg)
![An exterior view of the old Maricopa Police Station on Civic Center Plaza on Feb. 13, 2025. [Monica D. Spencer]](https://arizonanews.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/02/City-Shockingly-Withdraws-Plans-to-Transform-Police-Department-into-Vibrant-400x240.jpg)
![An exterior view of the old Maricopa Police Station on Civic Center Plaza on Feb. 13, 2025. [Monica D. Spencer]](https://arizonanews.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/02/City-Shockingly-Withdraws-Plans-to-Transform-Police-Department-into-Vibrant-80x80.jpg)
Maricopa, AZ – Plans to transform the old Maricopa Police Station into a dedicated arts center have been officially canceled by city officials, following extensive deliberations...
![A new metal tree sculpture sits outside of Maricopa's city hall on Jan. 29, 2025. [Monica D. Spencer]](https://arizonanews.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/01/City-Set-to-Reveal-Stunning-15K-Tree-Sculpture-Tomorrow-1000x600.jpg)
![A new metal tree sculpture sits outside of Maricopa's city hall on Jan. 29, 2025. [Monica D. Spencer]](https://arizonanews.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/01/City-Set-to-Reveal-Stunning-15K-Tree-Sculpture-Tomorrow-400x240.jpg)
![A new metal tree sculpture sits outside of Maricopa's city hall on Jan. 29, 2025. [Monica D. Spencer]](https://arizonanews.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/01/City-Set-to-Reveal-Stunning-15K-Tree-Sculpture-Tomorrow-80x80.jpg)
A new metal tree sculpture has taken its place outside Maricopa’s City Hall as of January 29, 2025. The piece, crafted by Arizona’s leading tree sculptor,...
The Mesa-based Heritage Academy charter school system is considering the establishment of a new elementary school in Maricopa. The proposed site includes four undeveloped parcels near...
![A tree sits at the city's Christmas tree disposal area near Plainview Street and Cesar Chavez Lane Jan. 3, 2025. [Brian Petersheim Jr.]](https://arizonanews.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/01/Discover-the-Best-Spots-to-Dispose-Your-Christmas-Tree-in-1000x600.jpg)
![A tree sits at the city's Christmas tree disposal area near Plainview Street and Cesar Chavez Lane Jan. 3, 2025. [Brian Petersheim Jr.]](https://arizonanews.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/01/Discover-the-Best-Spots-to-Dispose-Your-Christmas-Tree-in-400x240.jpg)
![A tree sits at the city's Christmas tree disposal area near Plainview Street and Cesar Chavez Lane Jan. 3, 2025. [Brian Petersheim Jr.]](https://arizonanews.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/01/Discover-the-Best-Spots-to-Dispose-Your-Christmas-Tree-in-80x80.jpg)
A tree sits at the city’s drop-off area near Plainview Street and Cesar Chavez Lane on January 3, 2025. With the holiday season over, residents of...
The Zzeek’s Pizza chain is set to expand its reach with a new location in Maricopa. The Chandler-based restaurant, Zzeek’s Pizza, has taken significant steps toward...
Maricopa Announces Second Annual Wild West Music Festival The City of Maricopa is gearing up for the second annual Wild West Music Festival, set for April...
Tempe’s City officials are turning to their northern neighbor, Maricopa, for insights on improving their public records request process. This initiative stems from a recent public...
![Yummy Noodles, Native Grill & Wings and Subway received favorable health inspections in April. [Bryan Mordt]](https://arizonanews.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/04/Clean-Streak-Maricopa-Restaurants-Serve-a-Steady-Stream-of-Excellence-80x80.png)
![Wild West Music Fest artists DJ Nicasio, Harry Luge and loveyoubye will each perform one night of the weekend music festival that starts Friday. [DJ Nicasio, Harry Luge, iloveyoubye]](https://arizonanews.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/04/Meet-Hourglass-Cats-and-loveyoubye-Unveiling-the-Complete-Wild-West-560x600.jpg)
![From left Councilmember AnnaMarie Knorr, U.S. Rep. Eli Crane, Mayor Nancy Smith and Councilmember Vincent Manfredi stand for a photo in Crane's Washington, D.C. office on March 6, 2025. [Submitted]](https://arizonanews.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/03/In-Washington-DC-Leaders-Rally-for-SR-347-Initiative-400x240.jpg)
![From left Councilmember AnnaMarie Knorr, U.S. Rep. Eli Crane, Mayor Nancy Smith and Councilmember Vincent Manfredi stand for a photo in Crane's Washington, D.C. office on March 6, 2025. [Submitted]](https://arizonanews.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/03/In-Washington-DC-Leaders-Rally-for-SR-347-Initiative-80x80.jpg)
![Councilmember AnnaMarie Knorr, Vice Mayor Henry Wade and Mayor Nancy Smith listen to a financial audit presentation from Heinfeld, Meech & Co. Audit Partner Christopher Heinfeld on Feb. 18, 2025. [Monica D. Spencer]](https://arizonanews.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/02/Maricopa-Joins-Arizona-Cities-with-Impressive-‘Clean-Audit-Results-400x240.jpg)
![Councilmember AnnaMarie Knorr, Vice Mayor Henry Wade and Mayor Nancy Smith listen to a financial audit presentation from Heinfeld, Meech & Co. Audit Partner Christopher Heinfeld on Feb. 18, 2025. [Monica D. Spencer]](https://arizonanews.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/02/Maricopa-Joins-Arizona-Cities-with-Impressive-‘Clean-Audit-Results-80x80.jpg)
