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Memorial Day 2012 in Pinal County AZ - Memorial Day Parades, Events and more

Here is what is happening for Memorial Day 2012 in Pinal County, AZ. Find the area Maricopa events, parades, activities and more for Memorial Day 2012. Acitivites are in...

A Day to Remember in Maricopa

For most of us, Memorial Day 2012 Maricopa marks the beginning of a season of summer fun. But don’t let the real meaning of the holiday get lost amidst the barbecues and beach...

Maricopa Fire Department News - Midday School Bus Collision

from:City Of Maricopa

Maricopa, AZ---At May 18th 2012 noon Maricopa Fire Department crews responded to a call for a motor vehicle collision involving a school bus on Edison Rd. just east of John Wayne...

AmericanTowns Heroes: Willow Rosenthal Helps City Slickers Become Urban Farmers

This local hero turned empty lots into blooming plots to help revitalize a community and created a model that city officials hope will be duplicated nationally. When Willow...

Maricopa Fire Department News - Maricopa Drowning Incident

from:City Of Maricopa

3 Year old boy pulled from a Maricopa backyard pool, by-stander CPR helped save his life MARICOPA, AZ - On May 6, 2012 at approximately 6:30pm, Maricopa Fire Crews responded to a...

Maricopa Fire Surprises Sequoia Pathway Students with Pop Tabs To Support Their Fundraising For A Schoolmate Diagnoses With Cancer.

from:City Of Maricopa

Maricopa, AZ - Maricopa firefighters dropped off thousands of can tops in support of the students fundraising efforts for fellow student, 7 year old Semja Rayford, who was...

Bee Activity Increases, MFD Offers Safety Tips

from:City Of Maricopa

Maricopa, AZ - As the seasons change and the weather warms up, it is common for the community to see an increase in bee activity. In most instances the bees are harmless if...

City of Maricopa Police and Fire Department Efforts Lead to an Attempted Arson Conviction

from:City Of Maricopa

MARICOPA, AZ---On Feb. 16, 2011, City of Maricopa fire crews and police officers responded to a “check fire out” incident on the 44000 Canyon Creek Dr. As personnel arrived on...

Fire Crews Respond to a Reported Gas Leak at Saddleback Elementary School

from:City Of Maricopa

Maricopa, AZ---January 26, 2012 8:50 morning, Maricopa Fire crews responded to a reported gas leak inside Saddleback Elementary School. No injuries were reported. School...

Start your Search for Volunteer Opportunities in Maricopa, Arizona with AmericanTowns Maricopa Volunteer Guide!

On behalf of non-profit groups and organizers all over Pinal County, AmericanTowns would like to invite all of you to join in on making a difference. Seize today and team...

AmericanTowns PR Tool: Getting publicity for your Maricopa organization has never been easier

If your nonprofit group in Maricopa is looking to let the community know about an upcoming event, activity or initiative, our PR Tool is here to help! Here's how it works: when...

Weekend Activities in and around Maricopa

Give yourself a Time Out this week and treat yourself to a day out on the town. Whether you're in the mood to do some shopping, house hunting, catch a movie or just enjoy...

Eat Local! Great Resources in the Maricopa area

What’s one small change that 1) significantly improves your health 2) helps the environment 3) boosts Arizona’s economy and 4) helps you win the lottery (OK, so we made that...

Winning the Real Estate Game in Maricopa in a Tough Market

Purchasing a home in Arizona is one of the best investments you can make; but like so much else in life, timing is everything. Recent...

An Invitation to our Maricopa Community: BLOG ON!

Since this site is all about Maricopa, we’d like to get the unique perspectives of local bloggers. If you’ve been blogging, great – send your name, email and a link to your...

AmericanTowns Heroes: Brandon Rohlwing Helps Teens Get Through Tough Times

Brandon Rohlwing was feeling pretty low when he stumbled upon the website ReachOut offering support to anyone questioning the meaning in life. The information he found helped give...

Cut your own Christmas Tree from tree farms in Arizona

Pining for the perfect tree? Find one that’s right for your home at a Arizona Christmas tree farm. Remember, not all farmers allow guests to cut their own, so be sure to call...

Holiday Season Safety Tips

from:City Of Maricopa

MARICOPA, AZ - Now that the holiday season is here, it is time to ensure that homes are protected from the typical fire hazards associated with this season. Based upon data from...

AmericanTowns Heroes: Donna Bailey Believes in her Students

Teaching is touted as being one of the most rewarding jobs in the world. Granted, it's not usually a high-paying job, but the satisfaction of having inspired a student to reach...

Maricopa House Fire Displaces Family of Four

from:City Of Maricopa

Maricopa, AZ - On November 11 At approximately 2:00pm, Maricopa Fire Department crews responded to a report of a house fire in the 42000 block of West Kristal Lane. As crews...

Maricopa Thanksgiving 2011 - Thanksgiving Events, Volunteer Opportunities and more!

With Thanksgiving around the corner and preparations to be made, you might have a lot on your plate. That’s why AmericanTowns has put together resources for Thanksgiving...

The Power of a Single Vote - Maricopa Election Information and Polling Places

Presidential elections tend to get most of the attention, but there are plenty of key local Maricopa elections this year that are equally important. As they say, "all...

House Fire In Senta Sub-Division Quickly Contained

from:City Of Maricopa

Maricopa, AZ - On October 26th, at approximately 11:45pm, Maricopa Fire crews responded to a reported house fire in the 43000 block of Magnolia Road in the Senita subdivision in...

City of Maricopa Now Offers Free Nixle Community Alert Notification Service to its Residents

from:City Of Maricopa

Maricopa, AZ – The City of Maricopa will utilize a new communications service, effective October 18, 2011, that allows the City, Fire Department and Police Department to send...

Pumpkin Patch Farms and Pumpkin Picking Guide for Arizona AZ

Arizona Pumpkin Picking Farms and Fall Pumkin Patch Farms - go pumpkin picking at a local farm in Arizona. When there's a crisp snap in the air, nothing beats a day at the local...

Share and Celebrate Local Green Initiatives

AmericanTowns has just launched GreenTowns.com, a new network to connect and celebrate local green initiatives and their leaders, in Maricopa and across the country. With...

Find Arizona Corn Mazes - Get lost in an Arizona haunted Halloween corn maze this season!

Imagine entering a giant puzzle … one that's tall, green and full of surprises. This is the experience of a Arizona corn mazes and it's a great, old-fashioned way to have...

Apple Picking Orchards and Apple Farms Guide for Arizona AZ

We have the best Arizona apple picking orchards, apple farms, apple festivals for the state of Arizona. We have found the best 'pick your own' apple orchards and apple farms in...

City Of Maricopa Fire Department News: 1-Year-Old Maricopa Girl In Critical Condition After Parents Find Her In The Bathtub

from:City Of Maricopa

Maricopa, AZ - A 1-year-old Maricopa girl is in critical condition at Cardon Children’s Hospital after her parents find her in the bathtub. At approximately 7:30pm, Maricopa...

Back to School for Maricopa - Bus Schedules, Lunch Menus, School Supplies and more

Hey, Maricopa! Forget the pencils and backpacks: time to gather up school supplies of a different kind! Start the school year off right - and with more sanity - with the...

Sprinkler/Alarm Stops Spread Of Fire At Local Restaurant

from:City Of Maricopa

MARICOPA, AZ---At approximately 11:30 p.m., Maricopa fire units responded to a report of a commercial fire in the 21000 Block of N. John Wayne Parkway. Fire crews arrived...

AmericanTowns Heroes: Edward Palomba Puts Service Above Self

This week's hero is making a difference on a local level. As the chairman of the Children’s Accessible Playground Committee, Edward Palomba has put in his share of...

AmericanTowns Heroes: Bob Fried Pedals His Way Into People's Hearts

Bob Fried takes the concept of Meals on Wheels to another level with his latest mode of transport. You see Bob has taken to the streets in a pedicab, which has been part of his...

City Of Maricopa Fire Department News - April 29, 2011

from:City Of Maricopa

Maricopa, AZ - On April 28th, 2011 At approximately 6:40pm, Maricopa Fire crews responded to a report of a jeep on fire in a garage of a home on West Snow Drive in the Villages...

AmericanTowns Heroes: Stan Mack Gives His All for His Town

Stanley "Stan" Mack is a local hero who cares deeply about his town and its inhabitants. For more than 30 years, Mr. Mack has been at the center of many of the town's...

AmericanTowns Heroes: Caroline Cannon Wins Prize Caring for the Arctic and the Inupiat

Caroline Cannon has led dual roles throughout her life. She is a leader of her people as well as a steward of the earth. For more than 30 years Caroline has been working to...

Large Tire Fire Burns In The City Of Maricopa

from:City Of Maricopa

Maricopa, AZ---A large tire fire is burning at AZ Rubber Recycling. Fire crews are on scene with Karey Environmental Services and Pinal County Air Quality Control. Fire...

AmericanTowns Heroes: Louis Rosso Risked His Life to Save Kids Caught in the Surf

This week's hero is a lifesaving hero who was recently named a recipient of the Carnegie Hero medal, which is an award given to those who risk their lives saving or trying to save...

AmericanTowns Heroes: Gail Savina Harvests Fruit and Grows Community

Gail Savina hails from the great state of Washington where she grew up picking apples, cherries and peaches and where she recalls being in the Apple Blossom Festival every year. ...

10-Year-Old Boy Stops By Maricopa Firehouse To Say ‘Thank You’ To Members Of IAFF Local 4561

from:City Of Maricopa

MARICOPA, AZ---Thursday morning, 10 year old Alex Odell stopped by Maricopa Firehouse 572 to give thanks to the members of Maricopa Professional Firefighters Local 4561, who...