Good Day
Maricopa
Thursday, August 22nd, 2024
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Good morning, Maricopa. Here's your local news at a glance for Thursday, the 22nd of August.
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
- ➤ Maricopa police are investigating a Gilbert man for allegedly exposing himself to a 14-year-old girl, with inquiries ongoing despite insufficient evidence for arrest. The Arizona Republic
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Maricopa County voters will decide on school bond and override requests, elect school board members, and choose a new county school superintendent in the 2024 election. The Arizona Republic
ENVIRONMENT NEWS
- ➤ Central Arizona irrigation districts are set to receive up to $15 million in federal grants for water conservation measures while maintaining agricultural activity. The Arizona Republic
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ The 2024 election in Maricopa County features crucial races for County Recorder, Board of Supervisors, Sheriff, and School Superintendent, impacting Arizona's largest county's future governance. The Arizona Republic
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ No Arizona counties made it into the top 500 of U.S. News and World Report's 2024 healthiest communities nationwide, with Maricopa County scoring highest in the state at 55. The Arizona Republic
- ➤ A new severe and highly contagious mpox strain spreads internationally, with U.S. health officials bracing for potential cases despite a recent decrease in domestic infections. The Arizona Republic
- ➤ A University of Arizona study reveals a link between stillbirths and pesticide exposure before conception and in the first trimester in Arizona. KJZZ
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Tejhaun Palmer's journey from a struggling high school football player to an NFL draft pick highlights his determination and development through junior college and UAB before reaching the Arizona Cardinals. The Arizona Republic
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Evening Entertainment at Harrah's Ak-Chin Casino
Experience an exciting night of entertainment at Harrah's Ak-Chin Casino's Events Center in Maricopa, Arizona.
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SYN & WIN: Community Game Day
Experience a fun and easy game event where you can connect with neighbors and win prizes while supporting local nonprofits.
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Live Concert by Jesse & Joy at Harrah's Ak-Chin Casino
Experience the enchanting performance of Latin Grammy Award-winning duo Jesse and Joy at The Events Center.
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16th Annual KiDs DaY MaRiCoPa
Experience a fun and educational day focused on health and safety for children and families, featuring interactive demonstrations, food, and special guest appearances.
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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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You can't wake a person who is pretending to be asleep.
~ Native American Proverb
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