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Maricopa
Monday, March 9th, 2026
Good morning, Maricopa. Here's your local news at a glance for Monday, the 9th of March.
ECONOMY NEWS
- ➤ Local drivers are facing rising fuel costs as gas prices have passed $4 per gallon amid tensions linked to Iran. The increase is affecting daily commutes in Maricopa today (according to reports). 12 News
- ➤ SRP (one of the largest local utilities) proposed a temporary 3% reduction in electricity rates from May through October to help customers save about $5.57 per month. The utility board will vote on the plan March 26. The Arizona Republic
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Today, Valley 101 explores why Arizona keeps to Mountain Standard Time while most of the country uses Daylight Saving Time, featuring input from ASU professor Calvin Schermerhorn + detailing the state's unique DST history. The Arizona Republic
LIFESTYLE NEWS
- ➤ Travel writer Roger Naylor hiked 70 trails and sampled 70 burgers before choosing his favorite at Big Earl’s Greasy Eats in Cave Creek — where a well-earned burger delights after the Go John Trail. His new book, Arizona Boots and Burgers, is available and spotlights diverse local dining options. 12 News
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ At Phoenix Raceway in Avondale, NASCAR drivers traded leads amid pit errors, cautions, and spins during the Straight Talk Wireless 500. Tyler Reddick maintained strong season dominance while Christopher Bell built a key lead in Stage 2 (setting up a tight finish on Sunday). The Arizona Republic
- ➤ The Diamondbacks' right-hander Merrill Kelly threw 23 live pitches on Sunday — he said he felt 100 percent ready to return later this week — while the club sent down top prospect Ryan Waldschmidt with 14 others to minor league camp to fine-tune skills. The Arizona Republic
- ➤ ASU men's basketball team will play against Baylor at 9:30 a.m. tomorrow in the Big 12 tournament at T-Mobile Center in Kansas City. The underdog team looks to build on recent wins and strong teamwork despite a tough season. The Arizona Republic
- ➤ The Suns ended their three-game homestand on March 8 against the Hornets at Mortgage Matchup Center, with Mark Williams sidelined (2–3 week reevaluation) due to a stress reaction in his left foot. The team will begin a six-game road trip on March 10 against the Bucks. The Arizona Republic
- ➤ Ryan Blaney won the Straight Talk Wireless 500 at Phoenix Raceway on Sunday, Mar. 8 after his team chose a late 2-tire pit stop when leader Christopher Bell’s crew switched to 4 tires. His win ended a three-race streak by Tyler Reddick and capped a strong weekend for Team Penske+. The Arizona Republic
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