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Maricopa
Saturday, December 20th, 2025
Good morning, Maricopa. Here's your local news at a glance for Saturday, the 20th of December.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Westview High School has opened a Care Closet to provide free essentials to families, and student volunteers help run the program — community members are also invited to donate items. 12 News
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Pope Leo XIV appointed Monsignor Peter Dai Bui as auxiliary bishop to help Bishop John Dolan in the Phoenix Diocese. He is set to be ordained early next year — further details about the ceremony are forthcoming. KJZZ
- ➤ Norman Fierros, a chef who ran local restaurants for decades, was known for inventive dishes such as creative ceviche and secret chocolate chimichangas - he also worked as a hairdresser and art collector and is remembered for his culinary innovation at age 83. KJZZ
ENVIRONMENT NEWS
- ➤ Arizona tribes inked a new proclamation with the Central Arizona Water Conservation District during a water users conference in Las Vegas on Wednesday—aiming to boost efforts to protect the Colorado River as flows have dropped by 20% since 2000. KJZZ
LIFESTYLE NEWS
- ➤ Local outdoor enthusiasts can plan a day trip to explore six lesser-known Arizona hikes that offer varied scenic views — from family-friendly loops near Page to rugged trails near Flagstaff. The guide details each trail’s route, cost and difficulty to help readers choose their next adventure outside Maricopa. The Arizona Republic
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ The Marathon Project is set for tomorrow at Wild Horse Pass Resort in Chandler with two-time Olympian Paul Chelimo leading a field of more than 500 international athletes & fans can watch live at 7 a.m. MST on Flotrack. The Arizona Republic
- ➤ Coach Gannon announced Michael Carter will start at running back in the Cardinals’ game against the Falcons, while wide receiver Marvin Harrison Jr. remains uncertain after a heel injury — his progress will be monitored in practice. The Arizona Republic
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