Maricopa Local News – Monday, January 19th, 2026

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Monday, January 19th, 2026

Good morning, Maricopa. Here's your local news at a glance for Monday, the 19th of January.

CULTURE NEWS

➤ Today is MLK Day, a federal holiday that honors the civil rights leader with community service events (including local volunteer projects) and cultural activities nationwide. The day remembers his legacy in fighting for equality and may inspire community engagement in Maricopa. The Arizona Republic

ECONOMY NEWS

➤ Developers plan a 160-acre data center project (Project Baccara) in Surprise that includes a 700MW gas-fired power plant and could begin construction this fall. Local residents have raised concerns over air quality while the project promises 100 permanent jobs and $50 million in tax revenue for the county. The Arizona Republic

MARICOPA EVENTS

EVENTS

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MARICOPA REAL ESTATE

REAL ESTATE

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MARICOPA JOB BOARD

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MARICOPA ANNOUNCEMENTS

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