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Maricopa
Thursday, April 2nd, 2026
Good morning, Maricopa. Here's your local news at a glance for Thursday, the 2nd of April.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Queen Creek, Buckeye, Goodyear and Maricopa have been named among the nation’s best up-and-coming cities by HGTV (using Census Bureau and Milken Institute data) as they show strong growth, affordability and abundant outdoor amenities to attract new residents. The Arizona Republic
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Today, local restaurants offer multiple National Burrito Day deals in Maricopa. Qdoba rewards members get a free entrée with a purchase whereas Chipotle waives delivery fees & other chains offer BOGO deals via their apps. The Arizona Republic
ENVIRONMENT NEWS
- ➤ New data centers are being built across the Valley to power AI + experts warn these high-energy facilities may add extra heat to our community. Residents should watch as construction continues and energy use may change. KJZZ
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Governor Hobbs and her sisters talked about how Arizona roots, school learning, and strong family bonds have shaped their roles as community leaders (advocates) today. Their discussion underscored how these early experiences continue to guide their public service. 12 News
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ Maricopa County health inspectors flagged 25 violations across six metro Phoenix restaurants during the week of March 16—issues included expired food and unsanitary handling practices that led to the discarding of several items. The Arizona Republic
- ➤ Researchers at the University of Arizona College of Veterinary Medicine are studying if IGF-1 influences dog brain aging after finding that big dogs die younger yet show similar cognitive decline as small dogs. They are recruiting local dogs between 10 and 13 years that weigh between 33 and 55 pounds. 12 News
- ➤ Tod Miller from Tod Miller's Spa + Wellness at The Monarch explains how bodywalking targets key muscles and improves overall wellness. 12 News
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Michigan State coach Tom Izzo said on April 1 he had serious talks with Suns owner Mat Ishbia about the head coaching job — he nearly pursued the offer while voicing concerns about college athletics. The Arizona Republic
- ➤ Phoenix Mercury head coach Nate Tibbetts said the team will face a quick turnaround with an expansion draft tomorrow, a shortened free agency window on April 7-8, and training camp starting April 19 (at Mountain America Performance Center) as he may also join Team USA’s three-day training camp. The Arizona Republic
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