Maricopa Local News – Wednesday, February 18th, 2026

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Wednesday, February 18th, 2026

Good morning, Maricopa. Here's your local news at a glance for Wednesday, the 18th of February.

COMMUNITY NEWS

➤ Tuesday, a bus loaded with pants, shoes and other clothes stopped at a Valley elementary school to provide students with needed outfits. The donation helps support families and update school wardrobes. 12 News
➤ Jesse Jackson, the civil rights leader who campaigned to reinstate our MLK holiday and supported local causes, died yesterday at 12:59 p.m. MT in Phoenix. His decades of advocacy — from rallying community support to challenging policies — left a lasting impact on our community. The Arizona Republic

SPORTS NEWS

➤ After overcoming a childhood apartment fire and caring for siblings in Jersey City, Arizona State point guard Moe Odum now leads his team with strong communication and determination. He averages 17 points and six assists per game as he guides his team to key victories. The Arizona Republic
➤ The IndyCar Series returns to Phoenix Raceway for the first time since 2016 and will bring high-speed racing back to a key local venue in Maricopa. 12 News

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