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Fireworks rescheduled for Friday, July 3th Quartzsite, AZ - Red, White & Kaboom!!! Family Fun & Fireworks is being planned for Friday, July 3rd at the Town Park Pavilion. Once again the community will be gathering to celebrate Independence Day. According to Town Manager Skylor Miller, the change was made because of stafﬁng issues. Activities will start at 5:00 pm and include a water slide for the kids, rock stacking contest, dunk tank, corn hole games, frozen T-

shirt contest, hot dogs, corn on the cob, free watermelon, rafﬂe & more! Fireworks will start shortly after 9:00 pm. All community groups are welcome to set up a tent or displays sharing their information and events. Quartzsite Transit, newly named The Camel Express, (by popular vote) will be providing transportation to the activities. Please call Town Hall at 928927-4333 prior to July 3rd to make reservations for transportation.

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PHOTO: Seven local teens committed to making a difference in Quartzsite plan for new Youth Council. Left to Right: Curtis Allison, Jonathan McElwain, Jeffrey Scott, Serena Morales, Sabrina Caley, Rhiyanna Timberlake, Cobey Hager. �� | S�� R�� B��C��

Teens committed to making a difference with Youth Council Tuesday, June 9th, Quartzsite Town Council voted to support the formation of a Youth Council. Local teenager Rhiyanna Timberlake approached the Council in May; then gathered six other teenagers who are interested in making a difference in Quartzsite. The teens met with Town Manager Skylor Miller weekly working out logistics before Council members unaimously voted to support the Youth Council. Timberlake stated, “The ﬁrst Town Council meeting in July we will be formally recognized as a Youth Council. We could not have done this without all the support we’ve received. We can start planning some events as soon as we want, so let’s hit the ground running!”

The QYC will hold their ﬁrst fundraising event, a car wash, on Saturday, June 20th from 9am - 1pm in the parking lot of Mobil/Burger King. “The Quartzsite youth council’s mission is to build a better community for the town, by providing a safe, structured, substance free environment. The council will interact with both the youth and the adult members of the community, give back to the town, provide opportunities for the youth to learn leadership skills and give a collective voice to the local youth.”

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Jones civil rights cases dismissed By Shanana Rain BearCat

herself. Since then, two attorneys requested to be withdrawn from representing Jones in separate ﬁlings, so Tuesday, Jones represented herself Tuesday. In September, 2014 the judge dismissed all complaints except the First Amendment Freedom of Speech complaint. In one of her earlier complaints, Jones claimed that Quartzsite Town Council and Police Department had harassed her with warrant-less searches in an attempt to discourage her political activities. A court tossed that 2010 case a year later, a similar lawsuit ﬁled in 2012 fell apart for failure to prosecute. As recently as March 30th this year, U.S. District Judge Diane J. Hemetawa ruled in favor of the Town of Quartzsite, against Jones on similar issues. The cases stem from when Jones was ejected and arrested (later dismissed) during a public comment period at a Town Council meeting on June 28th, 2011. The video of the arrest soon went viral. According to the Court, Jones had called the Court’s chambers Friday,

For the second time in a week, Quartzsite resident Jennifer Jones had a lawsuit dismissed with prejudice by a federal judge. Tuesday, May 26th Jennifer Jones, a local dog groomer, political activist, and unsuccessful candidate for the Arizona House of Representatives in 2014, lost her Civil Rights case (CV-12-01383) against the Town of Quartzsite in U.S. District Court Phoenix Division. In his ruling, U.S. District Senior Judge James A. Teilborg wrote, “this Court is dismissing this case with prejudice for failure to prosecute pursuant to Federal Rule of Civil Procedure 41(b,) He continued stating, “judgment for Defendants on all counts. Plaintiff to take nothing, and the complaint and action are dismissed with prejudice.” (meaning Jones is barred from bringing an action on the same claim.) Jones had ﬁled 5 cases against the Town. Tuesday’s case was originally ﬁled on June 27, 2012 by Jones

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May 22nd, indicating that she intended to file a motion to continue the trial scheduled for Tuesday, May 26th, the next business day. The court notified Jones that the trial will begin Tuesday as scheduled and if a motion was filed, the Court would not rule on it before Tuesday. The court also Ordered Jones to appear for the hearing. Judge Teilborg stated that Jones must be prepared

to proceed to trial in the event the Court denies the motion. “If plaintiff fails to appear or if the Court denies the motion to continue and Plaintiff is not prepared to proceed to trial at that time, her case will be dismissed for failure to prosecute pursuant to Federal Rule of Civil Procedure 41(b).”

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Camel Express updates Special to the Messenger As of June 5, 2015 Quartzsite Transit has a new name, we are now The Camel Express. Thank you to everyone who voted. We are moving forward with our short range Transit Feasibility Study, partnering with ADOT the Town is using the ear marked Transit Grant funds to conduct the study. We have hired The Public Transit Consultancy Firm Moore and Associates to conduct the study. They have many years of experience helping rural town’s build successful transit systems. Watch the paper and bulletin boards, at General Store, Justice Court, Quartzsite Police Department and Hardies for

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announcements, meetings and updates. Moore and Associates will be very interactive in the community collecting data, speaking with individuals, groups and stakeholders. Please participate in meetings and information gathering efforts to design the best sustainable transit system for the Town. Riders please schedule medical appointments in the morning if possible: on Monday, Wednesday, and Friday we will be running a special health services route 1:00pm-2:00pm. Driver’s do not have access to funds on the bus please do your best to have correct change. For more information, contact Town Hall at 928-927-4333.

AWC Fire Academy openings AWC Fire Academy Arizona Western College (AWC) will hold a Fire Academy beginning in Parker on August 13th. Orientation is on August 13th at 6:00 pm at AWC Tech Center on 16th Street in Parker. Pick up packets at Quartzsite Learning Center, 695 N. Kofa Ave. or Parker Learning Center, 1109 Geronimo Ave. You must have your high school diploma or GED to apply and pass the college reading test. Applications due July 9th, 2015. For more information or if you have any questions, contact Chief Hess at 928-927-6556.

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VFW Post 769 celebrates 15 years

August 12 is the day when Post 769 was established in Quartzsite. The comrades and ladies that worked so hard to establish this Post would be very proud of the success that has happened over the years and especially of the move to the new Post home on Central Blvd. So, on August 15th, it is time to celebrate accomplishments with an all day happy hour (beer only) a Pot Luck

at 1:00 p.m. with the Post furnishing the entrée (meat) and a birthday cake. Attendees are asked to bring salads to share on this occasion. Post Commander, Bob Braa, would like to extend an invitation to everyone in Quartzsite to join him as his special guests for this occasion. Come one, come all, meet me, Commander Bob Braa, as my guests at our new post on North Central Blvd (previously Palo Verde Café) and help us celebrate our special day. Bob Braa, Commander, Corporal Ben Scott Post 769

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Karl’z Sand Shack plans Cibola Float June 8 The Cibola Float will be held on August 8th. The Float starts at 10am. Registration starts at 9am. There will be a barbecue with Hamburgers, hot dogs, coleslaw, baked beans, and Mexican style Corn on the Cob. BBQ starts at 2:00pm. There will be prizes for 1st-3rd place for Best Decorated Float. Rafﬂe tickets for $1 each. Register on or before August 8th. $10/ adults. $5/kids 12 and under. T-shirts will be available (tank tops) for sale. $15/sm-XL, $18.00/2XL-3XL. Give us a heads up before registration date if you want T-shirts. Come out and have a great family fun ﬁlled day! For more information, call (760) 459-9125.

Fire Chief/Paramedic K. Hess, of the Quartzsite Fire District will be instructing CPR classes and a First Aid class, July 16, 9 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. Cost is $30. Space is limited, register by calling 928-927-6556. The First Aid is available at 12:30 p.m. The class will take place at the La Paz Co. Public Works, (Hwy 95 by the Fair Grounds). July 23, a CPR class will be instructed at the Quartzsite Fire Dept., #70 East Tyson Drive, Quartzsite.

Grief support Hospice of Havasu is offering grief support groups for the community in both Quartzsite and Parker. For days and times, please call 928-453-2111 or 888-468-2111. Location: Quartzsite Library, 465 Plymouth Rd. and Hospice of Havasu, Parker ofﬁce.

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Quartzsite Stabbing suspect arrested in Sacramento Quartzsite, AZ - Roy Lee Barnhart, also known as “Waterboy Roy” was arrested in Sacramento, California in connection with the May 31st stabbing of one male and female victims in Quartzsite, Arizona. In a press release issued June 5th, Chief Ernie Renfro of the Quartzsite Police Department (QPD ) stated “QPD proudly announced through good police work and the assistance of the Sacramento, Calif. Police Department SWAT team, Barnhart was arrested today, June 5th, 2015, for the extraditable Felony arrest warrant in the City of Sacramento, California. Barnhart will receive an extradition hearing and eventually returned to La Paz County jail in Parker Arizona. QPD Detectives Mike Lancaster and Hilario Tanakeyowma filed the below mentioned complaint/charges with the assistance of the La Paz County Attorney’s Office Deputy County Attorney Kellen Marlow and obtained a signed felony warrant from Judge Tammy Carnevale at Justice Court #4 for two felony counts of Aggravated Assault with a Weapon/Dangerous Instrument and two felony counts of Disorderly Conduct with a Weapon/ Dangerous Instrument. There may be additional charges to follow. The stabbing took place on Sunday, May 31, 2015, when, around 8:00 AM, QPD was called to the scene of a fight where a male and female were stabbed by another older male suspect later identified as Roy Lee Barnhart AKA: Waterboy Roy at the Cactus Patch Mobile Park located in Quartzsite, Arizona.

deep single stab wound to the lower back area. A female victim received minor cuts from the suspect’s knife. The Quartzsite Fire Department was dispatched to the scene where the male stabbing victim was airlifted to the West Valley Hospital in Phoenix with a serious stabbing injury. The male victim has since been released from the West Valley Hospital and is recovering from his injuries. Witnesses observed the fight between the two individuals, whereas the witnesses identified Roy Lee Barnhart AKA: “Waterboy Roy” as the person who stabbed the male and female victims and fled from the scene. Chief Renfro assigned Detective Hilario Tanakeyowma to conduct a follow-up interview with the victim at the West Valley Hospital in Phoenix and obtain his medical condition. QPD worked late into the night attempting to locate the stabbing suspect Barnhart. The Quartzsite PD is dedicated to working hard to protect our citizens and visitors.

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Local resident Jack Hagen dies Quartzsite Police Chief Ernie Renfro released the following Press Release: “June 15, 2015 In the morning hours of Sunday, June 14, 2015, Quartzsite Police Department (QPD) was called to the scene of a reported deceased subject in the parking lot of the VFW at 305 North Central Avenue in Quartzsite. This information was provided to the QPD from the La Paz County Sheriff’s Office dispatcher via a 911 caller. Once QPD Officer Salomon and Sergeant Frausto were on scene, they found a deceased male lying on his back with a single gunshot wound to the neck area. QPD did recover a weapon at the scene. The Quartzsite Fire Department arrived on scene and he was pronounced dead upon their arrival. The Quartzsite Police Department has spent hours processing the scene. Once finished, QPD turned over the deceased subject to the Medical Examiner’s Office and the Parker Funeral Home. QPD has made notification to the next of kin. The QPD has sadly identified the deceased as Jack Wayne Hagen, who is well known in the town of Quartzsite. As with all similar situations, the Quartzsite Police Department is vigorously investigating all angles and aspects of this case to verify and determine the situation surrounding the death of Mr. Jack W. Hagen. At this time, the death of Mr. Jack W. Hagen is still under investigation. QPD Detectives will examine all the evidence and compare interviews along with forensic evidence and the Medical Examiner’s report. AUL

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“Let us be grateful to the people who make us happy; they are the charming gardeners who make our souls blossom.” ~ Marcel Proust I often struggle with the photos I choose to share in print or online. Most photojournalists just take their photos and turn them over to the editor to choose which photo will be published. That’s a great filter system built-in. However, it can be difficult when you’re performing both jobs. Recently I did some soul searching when a disturbing photo was posted online upsetting many in our community. I’ve been asked what would I do? This is a difficult but important topic to discuss. Readers have come to expect lots of good news in this paper. That’s great when there’s good news happening, but recently tragedy seems to be occuring more frequently in our town. It’s a struggle as I try to figure out what’s in the public good and also what’s the effect on people who are going to see this. In other words, what’s my intent and my message?

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The good thing is that every publisher/editor also struggle with the choices they make: Is it harmful to those in the photo? Will it be harmful to those who view the photo? Does the photo serve a broader journalistic purpose; allowing readers to make their own opinion? Some may disagree that even discussing making choices is censoring information, while others may agree with me for ﬁltering disturbing visuals; and that’s okay. That doesn’t make anyone right or wrong; we just have a difference of opinion. I can’t guarantee what I will or won’t post or publish in the future, but please know that if I believe a photo will upset the readers for no reason other than to shock people, I won’t do it. I believe the more we focus on the gratitude we have in our lives, we will be able deal with anything. Life is like riding in a canoe on the river. Do you head straight for that gigantic boulder and crash...or do you gently steer around the obstacles?

Just Rambling... I thought I could sneak out and go to England without too many people knowing. The best plans often wander astray. AND THEN! My grandson told me that he hoped I wouldn’t have trouble sleeping as London is a noisy town. I asked, “Worse than bombs, rockets and V-1’s exploding?” Provided by Elmer London, Quartzsite and Desert Messenger

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THANK YOU ELMER

I’d like to thank Elmer London and his generation, living and dead, Who were willing their blood to shed. They set Freedom’s bar high Fighting on land or sea, or in the sky. We appreciate your sacriﬁce and all it secured. Now it’s up to us to see if we can make it endure. Thank you all who served! George Wonenberg

VETERAN HOSPITAL UPDATES

Colleagues, Wanted to give everyone an update on our efforts to improve the health care for veterans in La Paz County. First, I found some reliable statistics that help us to better understand the needs. In 2014, according to the Veterans Administration (www. va.gov/vetdata/expenditures), La Paz has 2,849 veterans with zip codebased expenditures of $14,572,000. $6,743,000 was spent on compensation and pensions, $215,000 on education and training, $96,000 on Insurance and Indemnities, and $7,519,000 on Medical Care. There are 762 “Unique Patients”. This does not account for veterans that are not enrolled by zip code which includes our winter visitors. Second, our ﬁnal planning meeting is on Friday, 19 June at 10:00 A.M. in the classroom at the La Paz Regional Hospital. We want to make sure that all of the loose ends are tied up so we can have a successful workshop. Third, the Workshop will convene 8:00 A.M.to 12:00 P.M. on Tuesday 23 June at the Blue Water Resort. Please get the word out to community leaders, service organizations, and others interested in informing the Hospital on how improve health care to veterans. Thank you again for your support and assistance. Best Regards, Phil Cushman

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WITH MUCH GRATITUDE

For Dan, worker around Mt. Quail RV, has done more work around my place, got the back ﬁxed up for the baby’s, got the blackout curtains up. We made a memorial in honor of my beloved ones, looked for a ‘fake plant’ for the one area. He’s going to put the shades back up that ripped apart cause of the wind for the baby girls., Got the soaker hose put in/around cactus. For Bouse Tires for getting me in and out super fast, they are super nice guys major care about people and because I told them “Mr Bobby Ketcherside’ sent me they gave me a discount For Alignment Doctor (in Lake Havasu City, they were very booked up BUT got me in anyway after the tires kept smelling burning. It was not time for the oil change but they checked it needed it don’t know what happen. Joe and Louise (owners) are awesome people; they are on the left side just as you get into Lake Havasu, across from Basha’s. For Rebecca Matzke (our newest member of TOPS AZ 0078) for helping me out with a problem, then taking me to lunch. We had a blast and it was very relaxing. She is going to go with me to my appointments in Peoria then we just do my usual rounds. Thank you to all listed above for caring about my fur children and their mommy; we so greatly appreciate it Glenda Kae Hines (year round resident)

Arrest in 3-year old homicide/arson case Quartzsite, AZ - Quartzsite Police arrested Daniel Thomas for 1st Degree Homicide and Arson of an Occupied Structure on the 3-year-old Linda Thomas Case. Here is the full Press Release issued May 19, 2015. On Tuesday, May 19, 2015, at approximately 6:35 AM, Quartzsite Police Department (QPD) arrested Thomas Daniel for 1st Degree Homicide and Arson of an Occupied Structure on the identiﬁed victim Linda Garrett. The date of the offenses occurred on August 23, 2012. Thomas Daniel was charged and booked into the La Paz County Jail for the above mentioned charges. On August 23, 2012, in the evening hours, victim Linda Garrett’s deceased body was found with multiple stable wounds and partially burned inside her mobile home located at 855 E. Rogers Road, space #21 in Quartzsite, Arizona. The late Linda Garrett was a long time resident of Quartzsite and liked by many. QPD case ofﬁcers Mike Lancaster and Hilario Tanakeyowma received DNA from the Arizona Department of Public Safety Crime Lab matching Thomas Daniel taken from the deceased body of Linda Garrett. On this date, QPD served search warrants for vehicles and the residence located at 410 S. Riggles road, space #WH2 in Quartzsite, Arizona. QPD is currently investigating and attempting to identify additional suspect(s) in this case. At this time, QPD will submit all evidence for forensic examination in support of the all charges. We are asking for assistance from

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QES Board openings announced The La Paz County School Superintendent, Jacque Price announced last week there are two board seats available for appointment. Price stated, this “is an opportunity for residents of Quartzsite Elementary School District #4 to apply to serve as a member of the Governing Board.” The board positions are both for twoyear terms that run through December 31, 2016. If the appointees for these two positions want to stand for reelection at the next regularly scheduled election, the positions will appear on the General Election Ballot in November, 2016. One will be as a regular four year term and the other will be for a two year term. The District is governed by a ﬁve-person board. Quartzsite Board members attend one regularly scheduled Board meeting per month (Monday evenings) during the year and other meetings or events, as needed. Like us on Facebook at www.facebook.com /DesertMessengerNews

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Applications may be picked up at the following locations:  La Paz County Education Service Agency, Monday through Thursday, 8 a.m. to 5:30 p.m.;  Quartzsite School District Office Monday through Friday, 8 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.;  or by downloading the application from the La Paz County ESA website, www.lapazschools.org. The application process includes a completed application form and notarized affidavit of qualification. Completed applications must be received at the La Paz County Education Service Agency, 1112 Joshua Ave., Ste. 205, Parker, AZ 85344, no later than 5 p.m., July 15, 2015. Eligibility requirements to serve on a School District Governing Board:  A citizen of the United States and resident of Arizona.  Be 18 years of age at the time of appointment.  Be a registered voter of the State of Arizona.  Be a resident of the Quartzsite Elementary School District for one year prior to the date of appointment.  Employees of the District and their spouses are not eligible.

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Bridge improvement ID’d by ADOT Special to the Messenger Phoenix, AZ - The Arizona Department of Transportation has identiﬁed the need for a new project to prevent erosion underneath the Interstate 10 eastbound and westbound Tyson Wash bridges in Quartzsite near milepost 19, just west of the State Route 95 junction in La Paz County.

If the project is delayed, it could require a much more extensive rehabilitation project in the future, not to mention the potential closure of this bridge for a longer period of time, which would have a signiﬁcant impact to the traveling public. Currently, more than 10,000 vehicles per day cross each of these two bridges daily.

The Tyson Wash is one of the two largest washes that run through the town of Quartzsite. Without improvements to the 410-foot-long Tyson Wash Bridges, these bridges could be vulnerable to scouring/erosion because major ﬂoods events occur in this area.

The project will include replacing the existing bridge deck joints along the north- and southbound Tyson Wash Bridges. The project will also include removal of sediment, such as sand and rocks from bridge abutments or piers.

If funding is secured, the project would temporarily cut off access underneath the bridge for up to six months of construction and require one-lane restrictions along I-10. ADOT understands that this area underneath I-10 is frequented by ATVs and other means of transportation by locals and other winter visitors. Knowing how important this is to the local community, ADOT will mitigate the impact of construction as much as possible, including trying to schedule work outside of the winter months. However, ensuring the safety of the motorists who travel daily on the bridge is ADOT’s top priority.

The scouring work would protect the foundation and the bridge structure from erosion, which can occur when swift-moving water undermines the integrity of the bridge structure.

Currently, the project is currently not listed in Tentative 2016-2020 ADOT Five-Year Facilities Construction Program. However, ADOT is pursuing funding to add it for construction in Fiscal Year 2017 (July 2015-June 2016) with federal and state highway funds.

The estimated $1.2 million project is expected to take up to six months to complete.

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Rotary doings Contributed by Violet Kiss Summer is here – Summer is here. Okay, ofﬁcially it comes next week, but in Quartzsite? Summer’s here – Summer’s here! And, in 2 weeks…woop, woop, it’s July 4th! In 1922 Paul Harris (the Founder of Rotary International in 1905) said, “In the ﬁnal analysis, Rotary exists for the purpose of developing the individual member and thereby increasing his capacity to serve.” The Rotary has Five Avenues of Service with Community Service as one of them. So, amongst other items we do for our community, Quartzsite Rotary started a tradition last summer and we will continue it every year for the Town’s event for Independence Day celebrations. We want everyone, seniors, families, young and old, to come out and enjoy the festivities. Our part in this is to keep the costs way down for the food so all can afford. Last year we started the tradition and we heard our townspeople who attended were very happy with the food and the pricing. So this year we decided we are going to cut all costs in HALF, OR MORE! This is not a fundraiser; it is our Community service to you all under our cost!

MENU: All-Beef Hot Dogs (plain) $0.50 each All Beef Hot Dog (plain) with Potato Salad $1.00 each Nachos, Tortilla Chips & Chili $0.75 each Chili (all no beans) and/or Cheese – add on $0.25 each And…Operation Hero Comfort is joining us in this and will serve: All soda pop and water for $0.25 each So for a family of 4, you can have a hot dog and potato salad and with a drink, all for $5.00! So come on out, eat, play games, watch the kids having fun and see the ﬁreworks. What a terriﬁc day with friends and family. Tips will be appreciated since every cent will be going to the Quartzsite Food Bank. Please remember, this year the celebration is back to the Town Park Pavilion, July 3rd, Friday, starting at 5 pm. Food will be served until 8 pm. Fireworks start soon after 9 PM!

Youth Summer Program continues Town of Quartzsite hosts their annual Summer Program for kids Monday through Thursday, from 9am 1:30pm. For more information contact Town Hall at 928-927-4333.

Car Wash June 20 The new Quartzsite Youth Council (QYC) will hold a car wash on Saturday, June 20th from 9am - 1pm in the parking lot of Mobil/Burger King.

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Senior Citizens Center is open, get out of the heat come join us. The Senior Center is open Monday through Friday from 9 AM to 3 PM each day with lunch being served at noon for a donation of $3.50. There are a number of activities each day cards, jigsaw puzzles, and Wii games on a large screen. The ﬁrst and third Tuesday there is White Elephant Bingo, second & fourth Tuesday knitting and crocheting are being taught with all supplies provided. Sally is still hosting Craft time, 1-3 PM on Thursday . NOTE: This is a change of days. Be sure to check the Quartzsite Calendar, at www. quartzsitecalendar.com for all Quartzsite happenings. We’re located at 40 Moon Mountain Rd. just one block off Main St. in Quartzsite.

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Check our VFW Post 769 website for information on activities being planned during the summer. www.vfwpost769.org Ladies Auxiliary WILL NOT have monthly meetings in July & August. Next regular meeting will be Sept. 5th when they’ll return to regular schedule. Check our VFW Post 769 web sight for information on additional activities being planned during the summer. www.vfwpost769.org - Comrades meeting –1st Saturday each month – 9:00 a.m. at Post - Ladies Auxiliary meeting – 1st Saturday each month – 9:00 a.m. at Post - Ladies meet in the dining room area - House Committee meeting – 1st Saturday each month -10:00 a.m. at Post - Men’s Auxiliary – 2nd Saturday each month - 11:00 a.m. at Post

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JONES FROM PAGE 3

After much hype and publicity, Jones ﬁnally had her day in court, but instead, ﬁled two Emergency motions just prior to the 9 am hearing. The subpoenaed Jury Pool was assembled next door; the attorney for the Town, Larry Jay Crown of Titus Brueckner & Levine PC, was in attendance along with witnesses for the Town: former Quartzsite Town Manager Alexandra Taft, Former Quartzsite Chief of Police Jeffrey Gilbert and former Quartzsite Police Detective Richard Patterson. Quartzsite Mayor Ed Foster was in attendance supporting Jones.

www.DesertMessenger.com “it would be impossible for them to testify without a subpoena.” Jones said there was no “physical way” to serve her witnesses all over the state of Arizona in a timely manner. She also said she was learning very quickly, but did not expect to have to represent herself in this case.

Jones complained about being without a vehicle and having to travel to Phoenix multiple times to file. She also stated it was not possible for her to travel without making prior arrangements for her show dogs to be cared for. Jones said she made “every effort possible” to find a location in Phoenix for her dogs. She also reached out to people through Judge Teilborg denied Jones’ first social media, but “could not find motion which asked the court to anyone willing to accommodate the reconsider and rescind a previous dogs with electricity.” motion allowing witnesses to testify via telephone. She said she had problems with Jones then argued for an extension. her email and even admitted to not She explained that many of her wit- reading an important notice from nesses were in public service and the Court.

“Given I only had 21 days to spontaneously have 15 witnesses to prepare questions for, to locate if I could, to get subpoenas issued for, to get subpoenas served for...Nowhere in my logical mind did it occur to me that the May 26th date was being carried over,” said Jones. She said she thought they were “back to the point of proposing dates.”

June 17, 2015 Regarding the jurors, Judge Teilborg said, “some may have come from regions even further than Quartzsite!”

The Judge also stated Jones did not seek more time to find counsel after her 2nd attorney asked for withdrawal. Earlier this month, the clerk of the court sent an email to Jones with full instructions to prepare for Judge Teilborg mentioned Jones’ trial date of May 26th. lengthy document seeking an extension, calling it a masterpiece with Judge Teilborg stated Jones “discitations and rulings a lawyer might regarded Court’s orders.” He also prepare. He asked Jones how long she stated, “The court has bent over worked on it. Jones replied, “Every backwards to accommodate the waking moment from the 12th [of May] plaintiff’s needs.” until last night until about 10 pm.” Judge Teilborg suggested the amount When Senior Judge James A Teilof time spent on the document could borg of U.S. District Court DIShave been used to get subpoenas out TRICT OF ARIZONA (Phoenix Division) asked if Jones was ready and preparing her witnesses. to move forward with the hearing, Jones said she didn’t think the judge Jones replied, “No, your honor, I’m would actually approve her most re- prepared to go home and take care cent attorney’s request to withdraw of my dogs.” Case Dismissed! from the case. “Never in a million years did I dream that you would Just 3 days later, in the case of “Jengrant that order” and not be allowed nifer Marie Jones v. Town of Parker time to seek additional counsel. She et al” U.S. District Judge Steven P. stated she even went to the Arizona Logan dismissed the case (CV-14Governor’s Inaugural and asked 01907) with prejudice. He stated former Governor Jan Brewer’s son Jones had filed so many similar if he would take a look at the case, suits, that any future suits could but she didn’t hear back from him. have her judged a “frivolous litigant.” At the heart of this case was Jones admitted fault in that she a search warrant for her property “did misunderstand the plain read- issued by Parker Town Magistrate ing of what was in front of me. I’m James Putz-Artrup in 2013. Jones throwing myself on the mercy of the also claimed Desert Messenger court” and said she was not ready to publisher Shanana Rain GoldenBear defamed her sterling reputaproceed at this point. tion by publishing an official Town After a 20 minute recess, Court re- of Quartzsite Press Release issued convened. Judge Teilborg denied after the search warrant. While stating Jones could be Jones’ motion for an extension. judged a “frivolous litigant” in fuHe said, “to move the case forward ture suits, Logan declined to label would invite the same litany of failthis case as frivolous. He said the ures and excuses from the Plaintiff.” case had been filed before the othTeilborg stated, “Plaintiff’s claim ers were dismissed, and Jones had not been informed of the repetitive that she was unaware of the trial nature of her claims. date simply is not credible.” Jones has stated she will appeal both cases, but as of press time has He said, “Plaintiff CHOSE to file in not filed. (Jones was also publisher Federal Court in Phoenix.” of a Quartzsite tabloid from Dec. 2010 to Jan. 2015)

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Thrift Store donates local organizations The Quartzsite Community Thrift Store made donations to local organizations in May. A Donation was made to Isaiah 58 Project to help complete their food supply storage area. A Donation was made to the Quartzsite Fire Dept. Training Education Fun also in May.The Board wishes to say, “Thank you so much for your contribution to our community!” Left to right, Mardy, Huggy Bear, and Marcia.

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Live auction for Gunny’s Angels success On June 6th Gunny’s Military Museum held a fun live auction. All proceeds go to the new non-proﬁt organization Gunny’s Angels to help local veterans in need. The turnout was great for a ﬁrst event. Attendees were really entertained as Bob “Gunny” St. Germain auctioned off the many unique items donated by local residents. Mark Church assisted. (see photo above: Left Gunny, Right Mark Church) The auction brought in $1297.00! Debra St. Germain said, “We are so blessed to have such great and supportive folks in our community! Together “WE” make a difference, a little bit at a time! Thanks to everyone who donated, helped, and supported our fundraiser. Bless you all, 10-fold!” The event was such a success Organizers are planning another live auction fundraiser for January 2nd, 2016. Mark your calendars and watch for more details as the time approaches.

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Around town TOP: Quartzsite Summer Program for youngsters enjoy lots of activites. The program continues through July 10. The educational/ fun takes place at the Quartzsite Community Center, Monday thru Thursday, 9am- 1:30pm. Call Town Hall for more information. LEFT: Mark Church played Taps at the annual VFW Post 769 Memorial Day Ceremony at Hi Jolly Cemetery.

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BOTTOM LEFT: Ed Options 2015 graduation ceremony took place on May 29th, 2015. Local JP4 Judge Tammy Carnevale was the honored speaker. The Community Center was packed with proud family members and friends, as they watched their youth take the next step into the future.

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ADVENTURES WITH ROCKS™ Rocks, sea creatures & a big ditch Looking down into the big ditch we fondly call the Grand Canyon, the ﬁrst thought to come to mind probably would not be of the ocean. You may think about the Colorado River winding its way between the walls of the big ditch, and maybe about waterfalls tumbling over the edge into turquoise pools below. You may even think about the rushing water of the wild ancient Colorado River carving through the canyon walls and carrying sediments down into the quiet waters of the Gulf of California. But standing there, in the high desert, gazing down into that gaping jagged hole in the planet, more than likely you wouldn’t think about corals, sponges, and other such creatures.

The oldest fossils found in Grand Canyon Rock layers are Stromatolites, slimy bacteria-like organisms with a hard shell that are 1.2 Billion to 740 million years old. Stromatolites are found in the geologic section known as the Grand Canyon Supergroup, and dominated the ancient seas until predators like Trilobites came along to eat them. Trilobites arrived about 500 million years ago, and are found in the Tonto Group of rock layers, which includes the Tapeats Sandstone, Bright Angel Shale, and Muav Limestone. Trilobites are arthropods, with amazingly complex eyes and segmented bodies made up of hinged plates and shields. 350 to 325 million years ago, Redwall Limestone was laid down during the early and middle Mississippian, when the land was covered by a retreating shallow tropical sea and the Grand Canyon region was being slowly uplifted. Crinoids, Nautiloids, Brachiopods, Bryozoans, Corals, and Sponges are abundant in these layers. In the late Mississippian and earliest part of the Pennsylvanian, fossil logs and

Our State’s namesake, and indeed our most famous chunk of geology, is beautiful to behold and contains an amazing diversity of rocks, plants, and animals. It also holds many secrets hidden in its colorful layers. The layers of sedimentary rocks exposed throughout the canyon are rich in marine fossils from one billion years worth of life on earth. Fossils from Pre-Cambrian time all the way through the Paleozoic Era, representing 32% of Earth’s geologic history, are found in the rocks of the Grand Canyon. The sedimentary rock strata of the Canyon were deposited layer upon layer, trapping and preserving animals, plants, footprints, burrows, and other traces of ancient life in what is now northern Arizona. Among the fossils found in the rocks of the Grand Canyon are such marine fossils as crinoids, sponges, corals, brachiopods, and algae mats. There are also terrestrial fossils like leaves, dragonﬂies, reptiles, scorpions, and centipedes. Some layers also contain trace fossils. Trace fossils are fossilized indicators of ancient life, like footprints, impressions, burrows, and nests.

other plant material has also been found, along with marine fossils. Fossils of plant material, amphibian footprints, and reptiles, as well as marine fossils, are found in the Supai Group of Grand Canyon rocks. The Supai Group layers contain sediments indicating a warm shallow sea and a muddy river delta, from the early Permian Period, about 300 to 280 million years ago. The Hermit Formation, including Coconino Sandstone and Kaibab Limestone layers, dates from 280 million years ago to middle and late Permian, about 250 million years ago. The Hermit Formation contains fossils of large winged insects, cone-bearing plants, and ferns, while the younger Coconino and Kaibab layers also contain fossilized tracks of lizards, scorpions, millipedes, and early vertebrate animals. Contained within Kaibab limestone also are corals, mollusks, sea lilies, worms, and shark teeth. It is the Coconino and Kaibab layers that Grand Canyon Visitors are standing on when viewing the Canyon from the rim. So the next time you visit the Big Ditch, while standing on the rim admiring the colorful layers and beautiful desert plants, let your mind wander to a time of deep ancient oceans, warm shallow seas, and fabulous prehistoric sea creatures. Look down at the grayish Kaibab limestone or reddish Coconino sandstone and

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Leona Maryann (Budzinski) Gorczynski April 18, 1919 May 9, 2015

It is with great sadness but only happy memories that we acknowledge the passing of Leona Gorczynski, age 96. Leona began her life in New York City, met her husband Theodore “Teddy” Gorczynski and they married in November, 1940. Together they worked to support their family at their Bronx grocery store and then at Wonder Bread, where Leona became the nationally-recognized hostess for Wonder Bread and Hostess Cakes. She enjoyed visits to Radio City Music Hall, museums, and all else that NYC had to offer. She loved to take visitors to China Town, Fulton Fish Market, the Empire State Building, and the Statute of Liberty, along with so many other NYC landmarks. She and Teddy were married for 59 years. They loved to travel the US and spend time with family and friends. Decades-long annual summer visits to Cape Cod with the Houghton family were particularly good times. With relocation to Rochester they welcomed grandchildren and countless more friends. Finally settling in Castleton with her daughter Diana and son-inlaw Bill, Leona spent the last decade wintering in Quartzsite, AZ where she taught crocheting and enjoyed the company of many more new friends. Leona enjoyed bird-watching, and she fed a variety of songbirds, hummingbirds, and anything else that came by. She loved Polish music, was an avid and excellent bowler, winning many trophies and appearing on TV. She enjoyed watching Judge Judy and the news, and read the daily newspaper. She was a proliﬁc crocheter and was very proud of winning several blue and red ribbons for her afghans, being most proud of winning the Grand Master Champion ribbon in recent years. She was well-known for and won ﬁrst prize with her “Leona’s Polish Cheese-

cake.” She was a letter-writer, and her handwriting was perfect script; she hoped that children, grand- and greatgrandchildren would continue to practice quality handwriting and the art of letter-writing. Leona was a member of the Schodack Crafter’s Home Bureau and donated many afghans to the South Schodack Fire Department for rafﬂe. Her smile always made you feel that everything was right in the world. Those who knew her wanted to be near her as her laughter, kindness, and love healed anything that might be wrong. She was quickly and much beloved by all who met her. Leona passed away April 9th at home in Castleton, NY. She is survived by her two daughters, Diana (husband Bill Houghton) and Jane (husband Dave Swank); her loving granddaughters, Barbara (husband Don Runkle) and Debbie (husband Andy Melendez); and three great-grandchildren, Jeremy and Tyler Runkle, and Natasha Melendez. Other loving family include her stepgrandchildren, Kim (husband John Berry, children Maya and Sierra), Kelly Houghton, and Billy Houghton; Valerie Loveless, John Bogdal, Kurt Bogdal, and Michael Bogdal and their families; David Swank Jr., (wife Anissa, children Katie and Kelly). The Asikis family (Mike and Alexandria, daughters, Daphne, Patty, and Maria and their families) were very dear friends, “like family”. Countless others mourn the loss of this beautiful soul. Donations to South Schodack Fire Department, 1567 Bame Road, Castleton, NY 12033 in lieu of ﬂowers is appreciated. A GoFundMe account in Leona’s name has been established to support SSFD (www.gofundme.com/ub5d25d or search “In Memory of Leona Gorczynski” on GoFundMe.com).

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Father’s Day gifts at Mt. Quail Cafe Gift Shop For your unique gift giving, the Gift Shop has coffee mugs, hand-painted beer mugs, hats, t-shirts, dust mask, hand-painted Hillbilly Goblets and of course original and framed works of art by Oney Budge. With a purchase from the gift shop you will have a chance to win a prize given away each month. Join us at the Mountain Quail Cafe, 490 Moon Mountain Ave. Quartzsite, Arizona.

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June 17, 2015 by Jane Finley writer * artist * teacher (stretching, exercise, relaxation, meditation)

Leaving Quartzsite (NOT) Quartzsite, AZ 6/5/15

OK, so I am supposed to leave Quartzite tomorrow, BUT this morning as I was putting Borax around my house (in hopes of discouraging the impossible-to-discourage ants), it was just SO lovely outside. About 6:00 a.m., it was actually cool, and there was a slight breeze. I realized I didn’t want to leave yet, and I didn’t have to. Besides, I had all that food in my freezer; too much to transfer to my RV. If I waited another week, I could eat 21 more meals, and I wouldn’t have to ﬁnish all those “leaving chores” today. I could spread them out over the next week. SETTLED! So, I relaxed on my front porch with a cup of coffee and the wildlife to entertain me. Some doves were waiting for breakfast, and within minutes, there were quail, house wrens, pigeons, and rabbits gobbling up the pieces of bread I tossed into my front yard. Talk about CONTENTMENT. I was MUCH more than happy. (I think “contentment” basically hangs around, while “happy” comes and goes.) The wildlife in Q is fascinating! As I sit on my porch in the morning with my coffee and in the late afternoon with my tea, I feel almost like a scientist doing research, kind of like Jane Goodall and the apes. I have become an avid observer of all kinds of birds and rabbits, and to a lesser degree lizards, coyotes, snakes, and some little animal that looks kind of like a meercat (as seen on the PBS series) and may be a ground squirrel. I haven’t seen those for a couple of years now, and I miss them. They are comical little creatures. (I wrote a story about them once “Entertainer of the Week.”) I see lizards of all kinds and colors, measuring from mere inches to almost a foot. They too are ﬂeeting, never hanging around long enough to really get to know. They glide away so fast and smoothly; they seem to be on roller blades. Snakes I don’t see too often (thank goodness!). However, just last month, I opened my front door to a snake right before my eyes. I slammed the

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Traveling with Gypsy Jane door shut and tried to still my rapidly beating heart. Of course, to me, all snakes are either poisonous or rattlers. By the time I called the park manager, and she called the fire department, and the officer appeared, of course the snake was gone. But I learned something. When the officer asked if it was a rattle snake, I said I didn’t know, but I didn’t think so because when I calmed down, I looked at the snake’s tail, and there were no rattles. The officer said it was probably a king snake, valuable because it eats rats. He said rattle snakes are usually coiled and rattle when approached. I try to be on the alert for snakes, even more so when I heard about my neighbor and a librarian being bitten by a rattler and flown to Phoenix for treatment. They lived, but the librarian said her whole arm turned black. I have had two close encounters with rattlers. One time I was picking sage, and as I reached toward the plant, I saw the snake coiled beneath it, within inches of my hand. They are so perfectly camouflaged. Another time, I was unlocking the back door of my RV, and I heard a strange sound. A rattler was coiled up about four feet away. YIKES! I left the keys in the lock and darted for my porch, heart pounding. Now, when I walk, I always have a walking stick and a flashlight at night. And now to the coyote, my personal totem. I love its sense of wildness, freedom, and loneness. There is a coyote that visits my front yard after dusk almost every evening. I watch for it and sit very still inside my home, because it leaves if it sees the slightest movement. There is a warning of its approach; the yard quickly clears of all wild life seconds before it appears. The coyote is a shy creature. It stops to observe the yard before entering....very tentatively. It walks in just a few feet, looks for something to eat, and then quickly retreats to the road to eat what it finds. It repeats this several times, venturing farther into the yard each time and eventually eating what it finds where he finds it. He methodically covers the

whole front yard; there is nothing left in the morning. Watching the coyote is a delicious part of my evening.... truly a gift from nature. The darling bunnies are always around and add so much to my enjoyment. Bunnies usually come alone. They dominate all the other animals as far as food is concerned. When they approach a piece of bread, the birds back off. I love to watch a bunny eat. If it has something like a green bean, it will take one end in its mouth and slowly eat the whole thing until it gradually disappears. Sometimes another bunny will come along my driveway, and if there is another bunny there, they will face off in what I consider a friendly, playful way. And this is the very best part: They kinda stare each other down. Then all of a sudden, one bunny will jump straight up a couple of feet into the air, time and time again. After doing this for a while, one bunny races off at lightning speed, with the other bunny chasing it. It is just so funny! And now for my bird friends, saved for last because there are so many, and I have so much to say. But alas,

I’ve decided this story is much too long already; so I’m going to save the topic of birds for my next story: “Birdology in Quartzsite.” Stay tuned...... *~*~*~* To live content with small means; to seek elegance rather than luxury, and refinement rather than fashion; to be worthy, not respectable, and wealthy, not rich; to listen to stars and birds, babes and sages with open heart; to study hard; to think quietly, act frankly, talk gently, await occasions, hurry never; in a word, to let the spiritual, unbidden, and unconscious grow up through the common. This is my symphony... ~ William Henry Channing, Unitarian Minister *~*~*~* Jane’s book is WANDERINGS: Living the Ordinary Extraordinarily (Stories from the Road). This column consists of stories from her book email: janefinley@yahoo.com, website: janefinley.com

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The following arrests were made by Quartzsite Police Department MAY 14 - JUNE 9, 2015 5/15: Brittany Oâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;Leary, 19, from Tempe, AZ was cited and released for Attempted Possession of Marijuana. 5/16: Ryan Rangel, 22, from Quartzsite was booked into jail for Aggravated Assault with a Deadly Weapon and Attempted Murder. 5/16: Gloria Huerta, 21, from Quartzsite was booked into jail for Facilitation of a Felony and Hindering Prosecution of a Felony. 5/18: Jared Richardson, 20, from Quartzsite was cited and released for Criminal Littering. 5/19: Alvie Prior, 55, from Quartzsite was booked into jail for Sexual Assault and Indecent Exposure. 5/20: Shadoe Hoover, 27, from Quartzsite was booked into jail for Assault per Domestic Violence and Disorderly Conduct per Domestic Violence. 5/22: Ricky Duckworth, 53, from Quartzsite was cited and released for Disorderly Conduct per Domestic Violence. 5/27: David Gravitt, 56, from Quartzsite was cited and released for False Reporting. 5/27: Lisa Denney, 32, from Quartzsite was booked into jail for an Active Felony Warrant out of La Paz County Superior Court for Probation Violation. 5/28: David Gravitt, 56, from Quartzsite was cited and released for False Reporting. 5/31: Roy Barnhart, 62, from Quartzsite was booked into jail for Attempted Murder, Two Counts of Aggravated Assault with a Deadly

Weapon and Two Counts of Disorderly Conduct with a Deadly Weapon. 5/31: Danny Marton, 53, from Quartzsite was cited and released for Failure to Comply with a Court Order. 6/6: Gladisbeth Anaya, 25, from Salome, AZ was cited and released for Consuming Alcohol while Operating a Vehicle. 6/7: Charles Lopez, 80, from Prescott, AZ was booked into jail for an Active Misdemeanor Warrant for Interfering with Judicial Proceedings. 6/8: Amanda Carlson, 35, from Quartzsite was booked into jail for an Active Misdemeanor Warrant out of La Paz County Superior Court for Failure to Appear. 6/9: Jack Nichols, 27, from Quartzsite was cited and released for Criminal Trespassing. All persons included in this report from QPD are innocent of crimes until proven guilty in a court of law.

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Bouse Southern Baptist Church Sunday Services: 8:45 am – Sunday School 10:00 am – Morning Worship 6:00 pm – Back to Basics Mondays: 6 pm, Men’s Bible Study at the parsonage except during revival. Wednesdays: 6 pm, Bible Study and Prayer Pastor Ted Finkbeiner, 928-851-2612

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Catholic Community Queen of Peace Mission 5005 Mockingbird Dr., Qtz. (3/4 mile east of ARCO) Padre Richard Kusugh, V.C. Sunday Mass 5:00pm Confession 1/2 hour before Mass Pancake Breakfast 2nd and 4th Saturday 7:30 to 9:30am November thru February and 2nd Saturday in March Angels Meeting, 2nd & 4th Monday 10:00am www.SacredHeartParker.comeze.com

Community Bible Church of Quartzsite Sunday Morning Worship 10:00 am only (until the end of September) 375 E. Sunrise. 928-927-5035

Fellowship Baptist 42951 Vicksburg Rd. Salome “Come just as you are!” A spiritual oasis in the desert. Sunday School Sun. 9:30am Worship 11:00am Bible Study/Prayer meeting Wed. 5pm

Covenant Lutheran Church 270 E. Cowell St., Qtz. Sunday Worship Services 9:30am Sunday School/Adult Bible Class 10:30am. 928-927-4113

First Baptist Church Harquahala Rd, Salome Ariz. Sunday School 9:30am Sunday Worship 10:45am Club Sun & Wed. 6pm. Spanish Services Sat. 7:00pm859-3510

Century One Cottage Church Bro. Don Asselin An In-Home Church Home PO Box 1478, Quartzsite 85346 907-440-6419

Desert Cowboy Church La Posa South Pavilion starts Nov. 16th Non-demoninational Sunday 10am. Follow the signs. Come as you are and bring a chair. Pastor Randy Cardinal 435-668-4947.

Mision Bautista de Quartzsite 100 N. Kofa Ave. Qtz 760-703-5063 Pastor German Jueves 6:30pm Y Martes 6:30pm

Church of Isaiah 58 100 Moon Mtn. Rd., Quartzsite Sunday Services 10:00am.6:00pm Wed. Bible Study 7:00pm Daily Devotions 8:00 A.M. 928-927-3124 Food Bank 9-3 Mon-Sat Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints Riggles Road, Qtz. Sacrament Meeting 9:00am Sunday School 10:00am Priesthood & Relief Society 11:00am 927-6080 Church of the Resurrection Episcopal/Anglican Worshipping each Sunday 9:00 A M Parker Senior Center Parker AZ. Telephone 928-486-5759 The Rev. Dale McQueen Priest EVERYONE IS WELCOME

God’s Little Church In The Desert “The Church That Jesus Would Like, People Helping People” 46751 E. Hwy. 60 Black Rock RV Park, Brenda, AZ Church Service 10am Sunday School 8:30-9:15am Coffee, Treats & Visiting 9:15-9:45am Rev. Rick Roland Sr. 928-916-2055 Faith for Life Church Closed until Nov. Parker Poston Rd, Ehrenberg, Ariz. Sunday Services 10:00am Wednesday Services 6:30pm 928-923-7729

Quartzsite Church of Christ 76 S. Emelia Street, Qtz. Worship 10 a.m. each Sunday Minister, Gary Buckley 909-478-4753 or 909-795-5645 www.quartzsitechurchofchristg.com e-mail-quartzsitechurchofchrist@gmail.com “Come & receive a friendly Welcome.” Quartzsite First Baptist Church 30 Church St., Qtz. Sunday School - 9:00am Morning Worship Hour - 10:00am Evening Bible Hour 6:00pm Mid-week Pray Hour 6:00pm Southern Baptist Church Kofa St., Qtz. Sunday Morning Worship 11:00am Evening Services 6:00pm Sunday School - 9:45am. 928-927-5860 Zion Lutheran Church Blythe, CA: Sunday Worship 9:15am Sunday School 9:15am Sunday Adult Bible Class 8am Pastor Gary Boye 760-922-7321

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OUTSIDE BAR $100. Kitchen table, wood with chairs, $100. Fountains $20-$60. 490 Moon Mtn Ave, (Mtn Quail RV Park) space #33. I need to sale this stuff quick need to take care of some bills. 928318-0473 SHARK VACUUM cleaner, $75. 4-years old. 360-703-7044. 12 FT. FIBERGLASS BOAT, motor, trailer, $550. 35 ++ large boxes of good stuff from storage unit, $350. 928-247-0102. GENERAL MAINTENANCE Position Available. Applicant must have at least one year maintenance experience. They must be knowledgeable in general handyman fields such as carpentry, painting, appliance repair, basic knowledge of HVAC, electrical and plumbing. Ideal candidates will possess the following, ability to work independently, motivated, attention to detail, reliable, professional and have their own vehicle. If interested contact Anita 927 927-4410. AVAILABLE NOW $375/month plus electric and propane. Free WIFI, Fully furnished. Really nice and clean. Great covered private patio with ceiling fan and water fountain.15,000 btu AC and powerful Swamp cooler. Stop by 510 S. Riggles Office or call 928-927-6715 for more info. Small quiet pets ok. FOR RENT: Quartzsite Senior Apartments has spacious 1 and 2 bedroom apartments available 1615 E Quail Trail. This community is designed specifically for Seniors 55+. All buildings are single story. Amenities include built in microwave, dishwasher, garbage disposal, ceiling fan, patio, on-site laundry, car ports and community pool. Pets under 25 pounds are welcome. Household income limits apply. Contact Anita 928 927-4410 for additional information.

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FOR RENT-Furnished trailer, available in small 55+ RV Park. Good location in Quartzsite. With water, trash, sewer paid. $350/ mo. 928-499-8128 (no texts) ATTN LOCALS: Still need haircut? 1st Tuesday of the Month. Call Donna for appt. 970-677-2844. HELP WANTED: Texaco is hiring Cashiers and Maintenance/ Janitorial staff! Full/part-time, all shifts available a busy 24 hr location! Apply at 18221 Tom Wells @ I-10 today! WANTED: Senior gay male for friendship, maybe more? Quartzsite area. Mail inquiries (with pics if available) to MJA, PO Box 2241, Quartzsite, AZ 85346. Will answer all inquiries. FOR SALE Like New 2002 - 36’ McKenzie Medallion 5th Wheel with New awning, Arizona room & 8x12 wood shed. Completely furnished. $14,000/offer. Rent paid thru Oct. 2015. Located at LaMirage RV Park. Call George or Beverly 928-446-5326 or 928-446-5955. ELECTRIC HOSPITAL bed, $50. Antique round pedestal table w/4 chairs, good condition, $100. New electric 4-burner stove w/upper oven, $200. Qtz. 928-581-2334. HELP WANTED: EXPANDING PETROLEUM retailer seeks individual with handyman skills for Building Maintenance of C-Stores and Truck Stops in the Ehrenberg area. Send your resume to jalva rado@petroleumwholesale.com or fax 281-681-7692. WALKING STICK RV Storage (formerly Jim’s RV Storage) Under new management! Summer Special: $30/month!!! Open all year. 308 Scott Lane, behind sign shop, Qtz. Vicki 479-7694157, Ray 479-207-1772. WANTED: CAGES for Chickens. Call Ralph 760-285-2199. RV SPACE FOR RENT, Yearround residents wanted. Close to Everything! Friendly, nice neighbors! Great Price! Pattie’s RV Park 928-927-4223.

BLUE RIDGE accoustic electric guitar, $129. Mew Mandolin, $100. Od Fiddle that sound good, $200. Newer Fiddle that sound good, $200. Electric Guitars, $49 to $700.Blues Harmonic set, 7 for $50 with case. Call Ralph at 928-927-758. 2006 KEYSTONE MONTANA 5th Wheel, Model 3400RL (4 slides). Excellent Condition. Used very little and well maintained. No Smoking or Pets. $28000.00. 928-304-6569. NEED STRINGS? Ralph has them! Bass Fiddle strings, Fiddle or Violin Strings, Mandolin & Ukulele strings. Call 928-927-7580. STORAGE on private property, $100/season. 479-353-6450. PREFAB HOME, Palm Harbor 2002-13 years new. 32’x60’ over 1800 sq. ft.3 bedroom. 2 bath. Living room. den, dining area and eat-in kitchen with walk-in pantry. New A/C (2 yrs new) $64,000. You move. 928-7-276-1617 Leave message. PARADISE RV PARK & SelfStorage-reasonable rates for RV spots & storage, many amenities in our RV park, also Dry Storage & Dry Camp available-145 N Moon Mountain Ave. 928-9276318-call w/questions. AUTO, RV, AC/Heating, Electrical Diagnostics, repair, and service. Here year around. Reasonable rates. Call Sylvester at 623-606-7716. 8 x 40 PARK MODEL for sale, 2 tip-outs, covered screen deck, 2 sheds, washer/dryer, completely furnished. On private property. REDUCED! Rent paid thru January. 350 Washington #4. $6,700/ offer. 208-390-3540. RN WITH 10+ years experience. Ready to provide in home compassionate care. Respite care, dressing changes ect. Call Tonja at 623-606-1278. FOR RENT. Secluded next to BLM land share 1 acre. 3 bedroom 2 bath fully furnished must be 55+. Pets must qualify. NO junkers. Broker owned. 928-927-5519.

FOR SALE: firewood $4 a box, Coca Cola retro cooler $95 new, Schwinn Sidewinder bike, good condition $100, Jensen Marine Audio System MSR3012 for under cabinet mountP $145 new, Polar Care 300 Cold Therapy $75 good condition, used Outdoor propane cooker $15, White light reindeer, 3 for $40, used breadmaker $10 Call Shawn 928-927-6443. FOR SALE: 1990 Plymouth Voyager Suburban - in good condition, with new tires that have less than 2,000 miles on them...new battery, air conditioning, cruise, radio and tape deck. $1,000/offer. 928-927-8352. HOUSE FOR RENT in Split Rail RV Park $530 month plus utilities. Damage deposit. Call 928927-5296. 2 BDRM 2 BATH retirement home, attached large RV garage with full hookups; 1550 sf; 50+ subdivision in Deming, NM (close to I-10) $173,900. Call 505-362-2732 or email for more info sanuhl@att.net LG CORNER LOT w/12x36 Tara Park Model. Furnished, heat pump, 10x12 shop, laundry. New roof & water heater. Double pane windows. Dishes, bedding, linens if wanted. $60,000 928-210-8213. REDUCED! REDUCED! REDUCED! 12 x 52 Park model, $9,995. Furnished 2 bedroom, 1 bath in 55+ RV Park, covered porch & carport; 9x12 shed, workbench, washer, circular driveway. 515 N. Washington. 307-413-8833.

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QUARTZSITE 10X50 PARK MODEL Fully furnished, 1 bedroom, 25: partially covered deck, brick patio, 8x19 shed, carport. New roof, windows, HW tank, $1,300. Pad rent paid to Dec./15. Pictures available. $14,500/offer. 480-319-4057 msg 250-999-0938. FOR SALE: Clean, no smoking, 38’ park model, furnished. Living room 12x13 w/dining, galley kitchen, tons of storage & cupboards, patio, carport, shed. In JR’s RV Park, lot 86. Lot rent $1200 year, paid to Oct. 2015. $6995/offer. 928-927-4228. FOR RENT: 1, 2, 3 bedroom Mobile home/trailers. Families welcome. Drug free park. Call for details. Available now. 928-927-8929. TRAILERS FOR RENT, fully furnished. Year-round. $325/mo + up. Cactus Patch. Call 928-927-6717. ROADRUNNER MAINTENANCE offers roof cool-sealing, most home & trailer repairs, some palm tree clipping, some towing & trailer relocating. Call for free estimates. Bob 928-916-9812. LAS CASAS DE Quartzsite Apartments has one spacious 2 bedroom and 3 bedroom apartments available for immediate occupancy. 1617 E Quail Trail. Amenities include bulit in microwave, dishwasher, garbage disposal, ceiling fan, patio/balcony, washer/dryer hook ups in all units, on-site laundry, car ports, picnic and BBQ area, play ground, and community pool. Pets under 25 pounds are welcome. Household income limits apply. Contact Anita 928 927-4410.

WANTED: US Military Items Buy, Trade, for Gunny’s Military Museum. Call Gunny 256-4267927 (corrected number) or stop by W Ocotillio Lane FREE Lost and Found ADS Send photo via text to/ or Call Desert Messenger 928-916-4235. 8 x 40 PARK MODEL for sale, 2 tip-outs, covered screen deck, 2 sheds, washer/dryer, completely furnished. On private property. REDUCED! No pets. 350 Washington #4. $6,700/offer. 208-390-3540. AFTER YOUR YARD SALE, what’s next? Call us! Quartzsite Community Thrift Store can schedule a convenient pick-up of any and all your items. Call land line:928-927-6039, or cell 928-916-7338. DEADLINE: WED. June 11 for June 17th edition of Desert Messenger. Email Editor@DesertMessenger.com. Now accepting Credit Cards over the phone. Call 928-916-4235. GET LISTED in the new 2015/2016 Quartzsite Visitor Guide & Business Directory. Published by Desert Messenger. See ad on Page 2 for details. Call 928-916-4235 or email Editor@DesertMessenger.com. www.QuartzsiteVisitorGuide.com

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