Good Day
Maricopa
Wednesday, March 18th, 2026
Good morning, Maricopa. Here's your local news at a glance for Wednesday, the 18th of March.
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ According to Forbes’s list released March 10, local business leader Ernest Garcia II (Carvana’s largest shareholder) is the richest Arizonan with a net worth of $21.5 billion. The list highlights Maricopa-area leaders in sectors like used cars, cybersecurity, and sports investments. The Arizona Republic
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ On Mar. 17, United Farm Workers said it would cancel planned Cesar Chavez Day events after learning of troubling abuse allegations linked to the late leader. The union is opening a private reporting channel (for those affected) as it reevaluates upcoming community celebrations. The Arizona Republic
LIFESTYLE NEWS
- ➤ Arizona experts recommend a thermostat setting of 78 degrees (optimal for energy savings) to keep homes cool and lower electric bills as temperatures rise; they advise residents to maintain that setting when home and adjust only slightly when away. The Arizona Republic
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Former Gilbert HS and NAU basketball star Carson Towt signed with the Colts as an undrafted free agent on Tuesday, Mar. 17, and he aims to transition to football (he never played in the sport) with hopes similar to Antonio Gates. The Arizona Republic
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Wild West Music Fest
12:00 AM — Copper Sky Regional Park — Ticket pricing varies — Enjoy three days of music, carnival rides, and delicious food in a festive atmosphere.
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