Good Day
Maricopa
Friday, May 9th, 2025
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Good morning, Maricopa. Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 9th of May.
ACTIVE NEWS
- ➤ TODAY'S SPONSOR We found your go-to item for upping fall runs and workouts: a top-selling weighted strength training vest. Choose from six pounds up to 30 pounds and add the weighted vest to runs, classes, or gym sessions to enhance calorie burning, improve your core, and increase muscle gains. The Buy
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CRIME NEWS
- ➤ Phoenix police investigated human remains found on the Tovrea Castle property on Thursday near 50th and Van Buren during demolition work on an older home—detectives and the county medical examiner took charge of the case. KTAR
ENVIRONMENT NEWS
- ➤ Today, the Arizona Department of Environmental Quality issued an Ozone High Pollution Advisory for Maricopa County as ozone levels are forecast to exceed federal health standards from vehicle and industrial emissions. The advisory restricts outdoor wood burning and leaf blower use — and residents, especially children, seniors, and those with breathing problems, are urged to limit outdoor activities. Maricopa County
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ Doctors and researchers at the new Valley Fever clinic at Mayo are joining forces to study and treat the illness as cases surge across the state—experts say this initiative may improve patient care in the future. They will use clinical and research data to better understand the disease and develop enhanced treatment methods. 12 News
LIFESTYLE NEWS
- ➤ A market will celebrate Mother's Day this weekend — shoppers can take their moms to shop and ship mimosas for the holiday. 12 News
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Corbin Carroll is climbing early National League MVP rankings for the Diamondbacks as experts note his strong offensive numbers and improved defense—placing him among the league’s top candidates as the season continues. The Arizona Republic
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Mother's Day Paint & Brunch Festival
11 AM – 2 PM — Central Arizona College — Early Bird Tickets $3+ — Celebrate Mother's Day with brunch, paint, and family-friendly activities.
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Maricopa Memorial Day 5K
1:30-3 p.m. — Copper Sky Recreation Center — Registration required — Participate in a fun run that supports community health and camaraderie.
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The best part? It also helps strengthen your core and build muscle as you move. Whether you're training indoors or hitting the trails, this vest is a simple way to take your workouts to the next level this season.
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Have no fear of perfection - you'll never reach it.
~ Salvador Dali
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