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Maricopa
Saturday, November 8th, 2025
Good morning, Maricopa. Here's your local news at a glance for Saturday, the 8th of November.
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ Renovo Home Partners filed for Chapter 7 bankruptcy on November 3 and shut down its website, which caused the closure of 19 affiliated companies. Arizona customers using services from affiliates — including Reborn Cabinets and Dreamstyle Remodeling— are now facing unfinished home projects and uncertain next steps. The Arizona Republic
- ➤ Wendy's said it will close a mid single-digit percentage of its stores (estimated at about 240 to 360 nationally) starting in the fourth quarter and may shutter some of its 106 Arizona outlets. The move follows last year's closure of 140 locations as part of efforts to boost franchise performance. The Arizona Republic
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Children's author Vicki Riske recalled how writing weekly letters to her Alzheimer-stricken mother inspired her first bilingual book 'Dear Grandma and Grandpa' — she now uses live puppet shows to encourage children to connect with their grandparents and embrace both languages. The Arizona Republic
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ The Pinnacle HS Band is preparing for Senior Night and its biggest competition as they get ready to perform during the school event—honoring graduating seniors and showcasing their skills. This performance is a key part of the school's annual celebration. 12 News
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Gov. Katie Hobbs said on Friday that the state approved sending full SNAP benefits to nearly 900,000 Arizonans this November. The USDA will follow a federal court order to pay all benefits—ending weeks of delay. KTAR
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ Proposition 409 passed with 51% support to fund a nearly $900M bond that will expand health care services by building a new 200-bed behavioral hospital to replace an old facility. The bond will also boost pediatric and primary care — and raise property taxes by 11 cents per $100—to address growing mental health needs in Maricopa County. 12 News
REAL ESTATE NEWS
- ➤ A Maricopa homeowner spent thousands trying to fix a plumbing issue in her newly built home—she faces ongoing repair costs that add to her expenses. 12 News
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ In his Phoenix debut, Jalen Green scored 29 points as the Suns beat the short handed Clippers 115 to 102, with Devin Booker adding 24 and the team building a strong third quarter—pushing their advantage for the win. The teams will meet again Saturday night in Inglewood. 12 News
- ➤ The Pioneers are getting ready for Senior Night as they try to win their final regular season game. They will face tough opponents in the coming games—each contest playing a key role in their season. 12 News
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