How land investors are fueling Maricopa’s growth surge

Emerson Holdings, a family-owned land investment firm based in Scottsdale, is playing a pivotal role in shaping Maricopa’s future by turning vast stretches of desert land into areas ready for housing, retail, and jobs. The company has roots in a strategy called Land Bank. Chase Emerson, a partner at the firm, has been active in […]

Another SpaceX rocket rolls into Maricopa’s orbit

A semi-truck carrying an oversized load drives through the intersection of John Wayne Parkway and Hathaway Avenue on August 29, 2024. ADOT confirmed the cargo was a SpaceX rocket bound for California. [Monica D. Spencer] If your midday commute was interrupted by a state trooper escorting an oversized truck through the […]

Phoenix’s loss, Maricopa’s gain — the under-20s exodus and what it means

Nearly 5,000 children and teens have moved to Maricopa since 2018. In Phoenix, 34,000 people moved out. [Monica D. Spencer] Maricopa is bucking the subway trend that has some school districts scrambling. However, 250,000 people moved I went to Metro Phoenix last year. growth rate is stagnantand the local birth rate has fallen 36% since […]

Maricopa’s Merry Copa Holiday Event Soars with Inaugural Drone Light

Last Saturday, Maricopa got into the holiday spirit with the annual Maricopa event, featuring the first-ever drone light show. 150 drones lit up the night sky with holiday-themed visuals. The program received great praise, with residents like Linda Boes-Forscht thanking the city and sharing that Vice Mayor Wade was included in the conversation. Merry Copa […]

Longtime Cobblestone resident sworn in as Maricopa’s new constable

Bill Griffin will be appointed. Pinal County Leader appointed William Lee “Bill” Griffin, a resident of Cobblestone Farms, is a constable at Maricopa’s Western Criminal Court District 4 Precinct. Griffin, a former sheriff’s deputy who is a leader in the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, was appointed Wednesday to fill the position vacated […]

Maricopa’s Mysterious Mansion Mayhem Gets a Refresh as InMaricopa

Maricopa residents can expect a revamped Halloween experience this year as the city turns over operation of its annual Mysterious Mansion Mayhem event to InMaricopa, a private community organization. As announced by the City of MaricopaThe move is part of an effort to encourage local engagement and free up the city to put resources elsewhere. […]

Maricopa’s IT Department: Driving Technological Advancements While

The City of Maricopa's Information Technology team is a 12-person team that has been instrumental in delivering significant technology advancements over the past four years. release The city's efforts detailed accomplishments such as rolling out high-speed fiber optic internet to city buildings and installing resilient backup systems to ensure the network continues to operate. Additionally, […]

Maricopa’s Economic Horizon, City Council Reviews Plan for 37,000 New

The jobs landscape in Maricopa could soon be changing dramatically following a major presentation by Chief Economic Strategist Rick Horst at a recent City Council meeting, detailed in a compelling presentation on the city's future growth potential. City officials are playing a long game, buying 680 acres south of Maricopa-Casa Grande Highway, to attract industry […]

Maricopa’s Great American 4th, 2024 | News

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Maricopa’s Economic Horizon Brightens with New Aldi Store and South

Maricopa is seeing an upsurge in commercial activity as city officials focus on economic strategies. The proposed South Bridge Shopping Center has attracted German discount grocer Aldi to set up shop in the development at the intersection of John Wayne Parkway and West Honeycutt Avenue. Years in the planning, the center marks another milestone in […]