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DUI suspect in custody after striking female, child in Goodyear
ELECTION 2024
GOP U.S. congresswoman endorses El Mirage Republican as write-in candidate
DEVELOPMENT
Developer pulls Goodyear-area data center application amid opposition
WEST VALLEY PREPS

Western Surprise, Waddell softball powers prepare for playoffs

A sea change in West Valley high school softball took place in the 2021, as the balance of power shifted to western Surprise and Waddell. Canyon View Paradise Honors, Shadow Ridge and Willow …
TRAFFIC

Goodyear completes traffic improvements on Cotton Lane

After 12 months, the city announced recently that they made several improvements to help with traffic backup around Cotton Lane and Yuma Road. According to the city, staff were able to use the …
ENERGY USE

AI is taxing Arizona power, water and residents

Arizona is at risk of straining its power grid as AI servicing data centers proliferate around Maricopa County, leaving power companies rushing to meet developer demand, without compromising safety, service or increasing consumer costs.
AWARDS

Goodyear's communication team wins government social media engagement award

The city of Goodyear's Digital Communications team received the Golden Post Award for Best Social Media Customer Service at the annual Government Social Media Conference (GSMCON) Wednesday. …

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ELECTION 2024

State lawmakers endorse Litchfield Park Republican as write-in candidate

Litchfield Park resident and lifelong Republican, James Taylor, will run as a write-in nomination for State House in Legislative District 29 to defend the seat currently held by State Representative …
ELECTION 2024

Turning Point state rep bows out amid petition forgery allegations

Turning Point Action's senior director and state Rep. Austin Smith, a Republican from Surprise, announced Thursday that he is withdrawing from his state congressional race amid allegations he forged …
EDUCATION

Litchfield Elementary District welcomes Michele Wallace as board member

Litchfield Elementary School District (LESD79) is pleased to announce Michele Wallace's appointment as its newest member of the Governing Board. The district said Wallace brings a deep-rooted passion …
HIRING EVENT

Goodyear hospital surgical hiring event set for April 23

Abrazo Health is announced an offsite hiring event for surgical service positions at Abrazo West Campus. The event will take place on Tuesday, April 23, from 5 to 8 p.m. at Saddle Mountain Brewing …
2ND-DEGREE MURDER CHARGE

Husband indicted for wife’s death in Goodyear lake crash

A 35-year-old man has been indicted for second-degree murder in the death of his wife who was found dead inside a vehicle that sank last month in a Goodyear lake. Anthony Maiorana is accused of …

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OPINIONS WITH CIVILITY
Regarding concerns with Goodyear Airport: The opinion writer lives 7.3 miles from the airport, which is not close, at that distance no trainee flies at rooftop altitude.
A trend has emerged where some celebrities, professional athletes, or other high net worth individuals are asking to be paid...
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