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Maricopa
Sunday, November 2nd, 2025
Good morning, Maricopa. Here's your local news at a glance for Sunday, the 2nd of November.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Food banks in Maricopa are urgently asking for monetary and canned food donations as the government shutdown has reduced SNAP benefits and left many federal workers without pay, potentially affecting over 855,000 residents. Centers are expanding hours and buying food in bulk to meet rising needs — community help is vital during this period. The Arizona Republic
- ➤ Homelessness in Maricopa is rising as an estimated 10,000 residents live in cars, tents, and makeshift shelters—often without regular meals or showers—with more than two deaths reported daily by the county medical examiner. Local residents can help by volunteering or donating to groups such as AZ HUGS, Andre House, Cloud Covered Streets, Keys to Change, RIOT PHX, Shot in the Dark, and UMOM that work to aid those in need. The Arizona Republic
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ Ace Hardware has unveiled its Wrap it in Red holiday sales event — featuring deals on grills, tools, and outdoor essentials — to help local shoppers find the perfect gifts. Rewards members will enjoy exclusive perks with upcoming offers on Black Friday and through the holiday weekend, including discounts and a gift card giveaway. The Arizona Republic
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Dia de los Muertos is a cultural holiday that honors loved ones who have passed away—its roots show that love can outlast death. Local groups in Maricopa observe the celebration as distinct from Halloween—emphasizing heartfelt remembrance. The Arizona Republic
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Coach Jonathan Gannon announced that Bam Knight will start as the Cardinals' running back for Monday Night Football and confirmed that Trey Benson is set to return from a knee injury next week. Gannon said all running backs have distinct roles and the team will decide on defensive players (Garrett Williams and Walter Nolen) after practice today. The Arizona Republic
- ➤ The Arizona Interscholastic Association released the brackets for 3A to 5A football state playoffs on Nov. 1 — first-round games will take place on November 7 at 7 p.m. and finals are set for December 5 at Mountain America Stadium — with top seeds like Goodyear Desert Edge, Arcadia and Benjamin Franklin leading their divisions. This announcement sets up key matchups for state titles in each division. The Arizona Republic
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Nissan Pop-up Dealership Event
10 a.m. — Duke's Roadhouse — Free entry — Experience the thrill of test drives and enjoy live music with food at Nissan's first-ever pop-up dealership.
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