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Maricopa, Arizona Patch AM: a 4 min read

What's up Maricopa! Let's start this morning right by getting caught up on what's going on around town. Keep reading to stay in the loop. ☕️️

In today's newsletter:

  • Why Maricopa ranks last in Arizona for work-life balance.

Also on today's calendar: AL-Anon Family Group and 9 more events.

Today's riddle: Did you hear about the two cell phones who got married? 🤔 (Answer below!)

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Weather forecast:

  • Tuesday: Warm with clouds and sun, with a high of 93 and low of 69 degrees. 🌶 Hot!
  • Wednesday: Rather cloudy, temps: high: 87, low: 67.
  • Thursday: Showers and a heavier t-storm, with a high of 85 and low of 58 degrees.

📰 News we're reading

• Study Reveals Sharp Work-Life Balance Divide across Valley Cities (inbusinessphx.com) — If you live in Maricopa, this new study says your city ranks last in Arizona for work-life balance, with the state’s longest average commute and one of the highest shares of overnight workers. Researchers compared 32 Arizona cities on hours worked, pay, commuting and remote work, putting Maricopa near the bottom nationally while Scottsdale tops the state.
   

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💬 Chatter

What your neighbors are talking about on social media

  • This is such a beautiful city.
    I take these shots as I am walking because its a peaceful time between me and my Lord. Even with its beauty sometimes sadness can try and creep in… (Nextdoor Walmart Location)
  • Well…this just happened.
    Probably about 3 or 4 tiles just fell off roof. Looks like a few just hanging on. Can anyone recommend a a good roofer? (Nextdoor Rancho El Dorado)
  • Ak-Chin Indian Community posted a job opening for Detention Officer - Certified in Maricopa. Apply here.
  • KFC posted a job opening for Team Member in Maricopa. Apply here. You can search for other jobs near Maricopa here.

🗞 Nearby News

Casa Grande

  • Latino voters helped Trump before. What's their next move? (wabe.org)
  • The Latest: Democrats gain ground with AAPI adults as trust in GOP fades, poll finds (mysanantonio.com)
  • The Latest: Trump heads to Kansas to rally farmers' votes in latest stop on midterm campaign blitz (timesargus.com)

Chandler

  • Chandler woman fights Stage 4 stomach cancer while organizing event to raise awareness (abc15.com)

Ok Maricopa! So now you're in the loop about what's happening today. Thanks for reading, and see you in your inbox next time! Oh -- and if you like what you're reading, invite a friend to Patch AM!

-- The Patch AM Team

P.S. The answer to today's riddle: "Did you hear about the two cell phones who got married?" — They had a great reception (Thank you Hallie H. for sending it in!)
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Stay in the loop with what's happening in Maricopa

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Never miss out on local news and events that matter to you.