Good Day
Maricopa
Wednesday, May 21st, 2025
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Good morning, Maricopa. Here's your local news at a glance for Wednesday, the 21st of May.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ More than 50 volunteers planted flags—honoring fallen soldiers as part of the returning University of Phoenix display—in a ceremony that renewed the annual tribute. 12 News
ACTIVE NEWS
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GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Maricopa voters are deciding on a zoning dispute over the Vai resort project in the West Valley—officials will use today's vote to guide forthcoming development steps. 12 News
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ The Arizona Department of Agriculture said bird flu was detected at a commercial poultry farm in Maricopa County after a sample taken on May 15 tested positive on May 19. Officials placed the farm in quarantine and used enhanced biosecurity to eliminate the virus while confirming no eggs produced had entered the food supply and there were no reports of human spread. The Arizona Republic
LIFESTYLE NEWS
- ➤ Schnepf Farms is celebrating peach season with a family-friendly event where locals can pick fresh peaches and enjoy fun activities. The farm welcomes visitors to experience the harvest season—bringing a taste of the local tradition to the area. 12 News
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Arizona State football is preparing for the Big 12 season after last season’s championship run under coach Kenny Dillingham, with returning stars like Sam Leavitt expected to drive the team forward. Experts disagree on the rankings—with some placing the Sun Devils first and others ranking them below Texas Tech or Kansas State—the team remains a leading contender for the title. The Arizona Republic
- ➤ Brandon Pfaadt earned his 7th win for the Diamondbacks on Monday night after pitching three perfect innings as the team beat the Dodgers 9-5. Lourdes Gurriel Jr.—with Gabriel Moreno and Geraldo Perdomo—each hit a two-run homer that helped lift Arizona to victory. 12 News
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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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