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Maricopa
Saturday, April 4th, 2026
Good morning, Maricopa. Here's your local news at a glance for Saturday, the 4th of April.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Residents in Rio Verde Foothills are rallying against a proposed 700-home development because they fear it will threaten water access and the rural way of life; community members urge planners to protect local resources as new plans move forward. 12 News
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ Passion Schurz, a 28-year-old member of the Salt River-Pima Maricopa Indian Community, was found dead in a Scottsdale canal on March 28 and investigators reported no signs of injury while her family is fundraising for funeral expenses and support for her two children. The Arizona Republic
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ A report from the Grand Canyon Institute warned on Arizona Public Lands Day that state control of federal lands would cost $800 million a year in lost funds and higher wildfire suppression costs, affecting outdoor recreation and rural revenue. The Arizona Republic
- ➤ A governor-appointed task force recommended eliminating tax incentives for data centers and shifting grid costs to major energy users to help meet rising demand, with the report suggesting a 40% increase over the next 15 years. The nonbinding proposal submitted to Gov. Hobbs faced dissent from Google and Microsoft. KTAR
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Outfielder Jordan Lawlar fractured his right wrist on April 2 when hit by a fastball and will miss 6 to 8 weeks. The Diamondbacks will replace him with catcher/designated hitter Adrian Del Castillo while considering the return of Lourdes Gurriel Jr+ The Arizona Republic
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