Tag: Maricopa County

Buckeye takes over operations of Joe Foss Shooting Complex

Joe Foss Shooting Complex is making a comeback, thanks to a new partnership between Maricopa County and Buckeye. The two government bodies have announced a partnership to reopen the Joe […]

Lawsuit dismissal clears way for Buckeye infrastructure upgrades

Buckeye residents can breathe a sigh of relief as the Maricopa County Republican Committee (MCRC) has filed a motion to dismiss its lawsuit challenging Proposition 479, a voter-approved measure to […]

Kellie Zimmerman sworn in to Liberty Elementary School District Governing Board

There’s a new member on the Liberty Elementary School District Governing Board. Kellie Zimmerman, a longtime advocate for public education and active member of the Liberty community, was sworn in […]

Cooling centers, hydration stations help keep locals cool

Cooling centers and hydration stations are lifesavers for Buckeye residents that do not have immediate access to water or air conditioning. Just four months ago, Glennceria “Glenny” Lyles, 64, found […]

Monsoon season rainfall 3rd lowest on record

According to Maricopa County meteorologists, the county experienced below-average rainfall for the 2024 monsoon season, continuing the dry trend of recent years. Rainfall across the county averaged just 1.43 inches, […]

City opts in for $1.2 billion opioids settlement

Kroger Co. has reached a $1.2 billion settlement deal for improper opioid monitoring, and the City of Buckeye will received a percentage of that restitution. Buckeye joins $1.2 billion settlement […]

Ex-swim coach arrested for recording minors in restroom

Former high school swim coach David Laudati, 41, was arrested yesterday on voyeurism charges. Laudati is accused of filming minor students in restrooms. According to Buckeye Police Department, three victims […]

Fentanyl crisis: Buckeye acts to enforce drug laws, treat addiction

Fentanyl is the deadliest substance in Arizona, with a 4,900% uptick in deaths since 2015, according to Maricopa County data. Efforts from mental and medical health agencies and law enforcement […]