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Happy weekend, Maricopa! In today’s edition: Lucid growth plans, Diamond Rio at Wild West Music Fest, the Cactus Fly-In, and more. Let’s get to it!
— Cait Baker
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🏆 Most popular this week
Curated by popular demand — here are this week’s most-clicked events, local spots, and stories.
Leaders map the future: Lucid talked behind the scenes and outlined growth plans at a Coolidge Chamber of Commerce luncheon in January, offering a rare peek at what’s next for its Arizona operations — read the full story.
Locally sourced comfort: The Loft and Pantry Cafe keeps it cozy with made-here soups, stacked sandwiches, and green chili cornbread you’ll think about later. Everything leans on local ingredients, so it tastes like your neighbor cooked it, only your neighbor finally nailed it.
Regional funding powers upgrades: ADOT selected Sundt Construction as the top ranked team for the $396 million SR 347 upgrade between I-10 and Maricopa. The preconstruction contract is expected to be finalized this month, with work projected to start this summer, easing congestion along the 15-mile commute many locals use daily. See funding, timeline and goals.
Grammy-winning stars set to perform: Diamond Rio will headline the Wild West Music Fest in Maricopa this March. Returning for its third year, the three-day, family-friendly event features live country music, food trucks, games, and a new carnival ride. Tickets are on sale, with kids from $15 and adult passes $60. See pricing and event info.
The toll of mineral buildup: Maricopa’s tap water ranks among the nation’s hardest, affecting everything from your morning coffee to plumbing. A local expert explains why it matters and what homeowners can do — explore filtration and softening options.
Big boost for RV owners: Carefree Covered RV Storage is open in Maricopa, welcoming customers. The only premium covered option within 15 miles, phase one has 166 spaces with state of the art security, a dog park, and a welcome center. Full buildout will include 516 spaces. An inaugural celebration will be held April 2. Get all the details.
Gold & silver are hot: Coming off gold’s best year since 1979, the momentum is carrying well into 2026 with silver remaining one of the most talked-about assets. Curious why precious metals are back in focus? American Hartford Gold has a free guide that explains what’s happening and how people are approaching it today. It’s free – and definitely worth a read.
Compare rates for free: The national average for car insurance is around $175/month. Paying more than that? Same, so I did some shopping around and ended up cutting my premium in half. If you haven’t checked in a while, you’re probably overpaying too — here’s the comparison tool I used.
Nothing prepares you for a pet emergency: I learned that the hard way after charging $10k to a credit card for life-saving surgery on my cat, Miss Stache. As soon as we got home, I signed up for Spot. It’s super affordable – and reimburses up to 90% of the bill.
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🎓 Magen Warlick Clinic @ TBD | Thursday (3/5) at 8:00 AM – Casa Grande gets a Texas tune-up with Magen Warlick rolling in from Stephenville for a no-nonsense, small-group clinic, ideal if your horse has opinions. Horsemanship, reined cow horse, obstacles, and cattle work, four focused hours a day for three riders, two spots left, message me.
🧠 From Confusion to Clarity: Decoding Dementia @ Sun Lakes United Methodist Church | Thursday (3/5) at 9:00 AM – Finally, a day where arguing with Dr. Google gets replaced with the real stuff. This free, full-day dementia conference at Lindsay Hall in Sun Lakes brings clear guidance from pros and lived-experience voices, practical tools for care partners, and a complimentary lunch. Registration required.
🎶 Maricopa Desert Music & Arts Festival 2026 @ Maricopa High School | Friday (3/6) at 6:00 PM – Maricopa is throwing a proper desert music and arts fest, all good vibes, actual shade, and art you will want to take home. Presented by AARP AZ, so expect quality tunes, local makers, comfy seating, and a pace your knees will respect.
⭐ Mar Debs Got Talent @ Central Arizona College-Maricopa Campus | Friday (3/6) at 6:30 PM – Whether you sing along or just clap politely, this local talent night is an easy-on-the-wallet outing that does some good. Local standouts at Central Arizona College in Maricopa, five-dollar tickets, a family bundle, and every dollar fuels youth programs in college, jobs, and life skills.
✈ 68th Annual Cactus Fly-In @ Casa Grande Municipal Airport | Saturday (3/7) at 8:00 AM – Clear blue desert sky, the rumble of radials, and more polished aluminum than a diner counter. The Cactus Fly-In gathers classic and antique aircraft from around the valley and beyond, perfect for a slow ramp stroll, some hangar talk, and remembering when flying still felt charming.
🏍 Bike Night @ Airport Tavern | Saturday (3/7) at 6:00 PM – First Saturdays are for Bike Night, a low-key meetup where riders trade routes, hatch group rides, and actually learn a name or two. Show up with two wheels and a good attitude, leave with new friends, local tips, and plans that beat doomscrolling.
🎸 Concerts in the Park @ Mike Ingram Heritage Park | Sunday (3/8) at 6:00 PM – The brand-new Heritage Park amphitheater finally gets a workout, with Sedona Red launching the first show, a free, family-friendly concert. Bring lawn chairs, blankets, and that neighbor who ‘never goes out,’ settle into the grass, and enjoy actual music, actual people, and no cover.
Wanna see more? Browse our full events calendar →
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📻 Maricopa report
Weather forecast
Today – High: 94°F – Low: 56°F – Precip: 0%
Sunny, with a high near 94. East northeast wind 0 to 5 mph. Later: Mostly clear, with a low around 56. South southwest wind 0 to 5 mph.
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Tomorrow – High: 95°F – Low: 58°F – Precip: 0%
Sunny, with a high near 95. South wind 0 to 10 mph. Later: Partly cloudy, with a low around 58. Southwest wind 5 to 10 mph.
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