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Start your day with the smart, essential good news that matters most in Maricopa County — delivered in just five minutes by your host, Steve. From hidden gems and moments of joy, we keep it real without the noise. Every episode gives you something to look forward to in your day. Visit TapYourNews.com to sign up for email notifications when new episodes drop.

  1. 10/08/2025

    Flavortown at Sky Harbor, Top 10 Bakery & GCU's Disney Basketball Bash | Good Morning Maricopa County - Good News

    Guy Fieri opens a new restaurant at Phoenix Sky Harbor Airport, Chandler's Spooky's Swirls makes a national top 10 gluten-free bakery list, GCU throws Disney-themed Midnight Madness to kick off basketball season, ASU receives $115 million for conservation school, Phoenix Mercury boosts women-owned restaurants during WNBA Finals, Scottsdale rescue saves 14 pets from overwhelmed Yuma shelter, and Chandler kindergartners make 400 cards for local police officers. Your daily dose of good news from Maricopa County with Steve Rhode. Links mentioned in this episode: Guy Fieri Restaurant Opens at Sky HarborSpooky's Swirls Top 10 Gluten-Free BakeryGCU Disney-Themed Midnight Madness$115M Gift to ASU for ConservationMercury Boost Women-Owned RestaurantsScottsdale Rescue Saves Yuma PetsChandler Kids Make Cards for PoliceJoin the email list at TapYourNews.com to get notified when new episodes drop. Check out Steve's true crime podcast at TrueCrimeUnheard.com

    4 min

  2. 10/07/2025

    $7B Jobs Boost, The Format Returns & Viral Pumpkin Latte | Good Morning Maricopa County - Good News

    Amkor Technology breaks ground on a $7 billion semiconductor facility bringing 3,000 jobs to Peoria, Phoenix indie band The Format announces their first album in 20 years after a sold-out State Fair show, a Glendale bakery goes viral for serving pumpkin spice lattes in actual mini pumpkins, and ASU hockey honors founding father Joey Daccord who gives back through a suite program for families of kids with cancer. Your daily dose of good news from Maricopa County with Steve Rhode. Links mentioned in this episode: Amkor $7B facility groundbreaking in Peoria: https://www.fox10phoenix.com/news/groundbreaking-ceremony-held-7b-amkor-facilityThe Format's new album announcement: https://www.azcentral.com/story/entertainment/music/2025/10/06/the-format-new-album-boycott-heaven/86542302007/Coyote Oaties viral pumpkin latte: https://www.azfamily.com/video/2025/10/06/glendale-business-goes-viral-unique-pumpkin-spice-latte/Joey Daccord jersey retirement at ASU: https://cronkitenews.azpbs.org/2025/10/06/arizona-state-retires-joey-daccord-jersey/Join the email list at TapYourNews.com to get notified when new episodes drop. Check out Steve's true crime podcast at TrueCrimeUnheard.com

    3 min

  3. 10/06/2025

    Railroad Park Turns 50, Taco Truck Bounces Back & ZooLights Return | Good Morning Maricopa County - Good News

    McCormick-Stillman Railroad Park celebrates 50 years in Scottsdale, family-owned Tacos Sahuayo bounces back after storm damage with community support, ZooLights tickets go on sale for the holiday season at Phoenix Zoo, cooler weather finally arrives in the Valley, Hot Potato Art Studio opens its first brick-and-mortar location in Gilbert for kids, and local women-owned businesses host Phoenix Mercury watch parties. Your daily dose of good news from Maricopa County with Steve Rhode. Links mentioned in this episode: McCormick-Stillman Railroad Park Celebrates 50 YearsTacos Sahuayo Food Truck Back in BusinessZooLights Tickets On Sale NowPhoenix Sees Big Temperature DropHot Potato Art Studio Opens in GilbertFemale-Owned Businesses Hosting Mercury Watch PartiesJoin the email list at TapYourNews.com to get notified when new episodes drop. Check out Steve's true crime podcast at TrueCrimeUnheard.com

    4 min

  4. 10/03/2025

    ZooLights Returns, Guy Fieri at Airport & ASU Football Hits London | Good Morning Maricopa County - Good News

    Maricopa County has holiday magic coming with ZooLights starting November 26, Guy Fieri opening a restaurant at Sky Harbor, and 37 new restaurants that opened in September across the Valley. The Poisoned Pen bookstore in Scottsdale celebrates 36 years, Chandler's Mariachi Festival features Aída Cuevas, a local father and son are training as pilots together, ASU football is heading to Wembley Stadium in London, and Tempe celebrates a resident thriving after one year in permanent housing. Your daily dose of good news from Maricopa County with Steve Rhode. Links mentioned in this episode: ZooLights at Phoenix ZooGuy Fieri restaurant at Sky Harbor37 new restaurants in metro PhoenixThe Poisoned Pen bookstore 36th birthdayMariachi Festival in ChandlerFather and son training as pilotsASU football at Wembley StadiumTempe resident celebrates housing milestoneJoin the email list at TapYourNews.com to get notified when new episodes drop. Check out Steve's true crime podcast at TrueCrimeUnheard.com

    4 min

  5. 10/02/2025

    Pumpkin Patches, WNBA Finals & Flavortown Lands at Sky Harbor | Good Morning Maricopa County - Good News

    Pumpkin patches across Arizona open for fall fun, October brings major concerts from Stevie Nicks to Playboi Carti, the Phoenix Mercury head to their 4th WNBA Finals, Guy Fieri opens a new restaurant at Sky Harbor, and Nine Inch Nails announces a Glendale show for March. Your daily dose of good news from Maricopa County with Steve Rhode. Links mentioned in this episode: Pumpkin patches guide: https://www.azcentral.com/story/entertainment/holidays/2025/10/01/pumpkin-patch-arizona-2025/86185659007/October concerts lineup: https://www.azcentral.com/story/entertainment/music/2025/10/01/concerts-in-phoenix-october-2025/86431610007/Phoenix Mercury WNBA Finals: https://cronkitenews.azpbs.org/2025/10/01/phoenix-mercury-las-vegas-aces-wnba-finals/Guy Fieri at Sky Harbor: https://www.12news.com/article/news/local/valley/guy-fieri-new-restaurant-opens-sky-harbor-airport-phoenix/75-d7fe24e2-5581-4526-8836-24fd20009808Nine Inch Nails concert: https://www.azfamily.com/2025/10/01/nine-inch-nails-make-stop-glendale-march-concert/Join the email list at TapYourNews.com to get notified when new episodes drop. Check out Steve's true crime podcast at TrueCrimeUnheard.com

    3 min

  6. 10/01/2025

    Mercury Head to WNBA Finals, TWICE K-Pop Concert & World's Largest Pickleball Facility | Good Morning Good News

    The Phoenix Mercury are heading to the WNBA Finals for the first time since 2021 to face the Las Vegas Aces, K-pop superstars TWICE bring their world tour to Phoenix in January with a 360-degree stage experience, and Scottsdale gets ready to build the world's largest indoor pickleball facility with 48 courts and a championship arena. Your daily dose of good news from Maricopa County with Steve Rhode. Links mentioned in this episode: Phoenix Mercury WNBA Finals: https://www.espn.com/wnba/story/_/id/46443597/wnba-finals-2025-playoffs-preview-las-vegas-aces-phoenix-mercuryTWICE Phoenix Concert: https://www.billboard.com/music/pop/twice-2026-this-is-for-in-the-round-2026-world-tour-1236078990/PURE Pickleball Facility: https://www.abc15.com/news/business/massive-indoor-pickleball-facility-to-break-ground-in-scottsdale-aiming-to-be-worlds-largestJoin the email list at TapYourNews.com to get notified when new episodes drop. Check out Steve's true crime podcast at TrueCrimeUnheard.com

    3 min

  7. 09/26/2025

    🍽️ Colombian Flavors Transform Phoenix Dining as Mercury Makes Playoff History

    Friday brings playoff excitement with the Mercury's historic comeback, plus authentic Colombian cuisine discoveries across the Valley and 250 amazing Arizona landmarks to explore. From community pride on the court to cultural experiences at your table, here's what's getting better in Maricopa County. Sign up for episode notifications and contact me at TapYourNews.com

    5 min

  8. 09/24/2025

    Maricopa County Builds Safer Communities as Entertainment and Innovation Take Center Stage

    Maricopa County addresses school safety concerns while celebrating community spirit through Preston Lord remembrance day and exciting developments like $1 Waymo rides in Chandler and spooky season fun at Rawhide. Plus, your Five to Thrive featuring local restaurants making national headlines and entertainment news across Phoenix. TapYourNews.com

    5 min
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Start your day with the smart, essential good news that matters most in Maricopa County — delivered in just five minutes by your host, Steve. From hidden gems and moments of joy, we keep it real without the noise. Every episode gives you something to look forward to in your day. Visit TapYourNews.com to sign up for email notifications when new episodes drop.

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