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Celebrate Daisy Mountain Fire’s 30th anniversary at its open house NEW RIVER – Daisy Mountain Fire and Medical (DMFM) will be celebrating its 30th anniversary on Saturday, November 16, from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. with a special open house. Residents are welcome to visit Fire Station 142, 41104 N. Daisy Mountain Drive during the open house to celebrate and reminisce about how far DMFM has come, and how things have changed over the last 30 years. Daisy Mountain will be facilitating fire station tours, and providing an up close look at some of its fire trucks. This is a free, family friendly event. Daisy Mountain Fire District was formed in 1989 to serve

DMFM OPEN HOUSE Celebrate DMFM's 30-year anniversary at a special open house at Station 142 on November 16.

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New River Area Plan will Rural Metro Fire Department rescues go to Board for final vote hiker from top of Black Mountain Name could be changed BY TARA ALATORRE

BY TARA ALATORRE

PHOENIX – The Maricopa County Board of Supervisors will consider adopting the final draft of the New River Area Plan Update, which could include a name change, at its meeting on the morning of November 20, in downtown Phoenix. The Maricopa County Planning and Zoning Commission officially recommended the approval of the updated New River Area Plan on October 24, along with a proposal to rename it to the Daisy Mountain Area Plan. The board will have to approve the

CAVE CREEK – A hiker, who became injured near the top of Black Mountain in Cave Creek, was rescued by Rural Metro Fire Department on the afternoon of November 6. The victim sustained a leg injury, and it took the rescue crew over two hours of technical, steep, strenuous climbing to bring the hiker down safely, using a stokes basket. She was transported to a local hospital with non-lifethreatening injuries, according

name change if it votes to adopt the plan. “There are several different communities there, including Anthem, and they think of 'New River' as the New River part of that planning area and the community, more than they think of the actual river,” said Maricopa County Planning Director Jen Pokorski, about the recommendation for the name change. The area plan is a policy document that provides

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A rescue crew deployed from the Rural Metro Fire Department transported an injured hiker down from the top of Black Mountain in Cave Creek on Nov.6. (Photo courtesy of Rural Metro Fire Department)

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Arizona recycling programs are in trouble, thanks to residential contamination BY JORDAN EVANS CRONKITE NEWS

PHOENIX – Cheesy pizza boxes, plastic grocery bags and grass clippings are a big reason more cities in Arizona are cutting back or even eliminating long standing recycling programs. But contamination isn’t the only factor at play. China, which for decades has bought the bulk of U.S. recycling, including most plastics and paper products, threw the industry into disarray early last year when it severely cut back on imports of recycled materials because too much of it was contaminated with food and other nonrecyclable materials. “The problem is that people are sending too much waste in their (China’s) direction,” said Charles Rolsky, a postdoctoral environmental student at Arizona State University. “Out of all plastics created, truly only about 9% has been recycled, and most of it ends up in the landfills.” China’s move has forced cities to rethink what they can afford to recycle. Mesa is the latest to cut back on what it recycles because of the rising costs, and

Surprise is the latest Arizona city to suspend its recycling program due to the rising costs. Here, bails of processed recycled materials are stacked up at Waste Management’s Northwest Regional Landfill in Surprise. (Photo by Dylan Simard/Cronkite News)

Surprise, in the northwest Valley, suspended its program in August because of contamination. “It has to do with the way that our commodities are being processed now,” Shane Wilhite-Valdez, maintenance manager at Waste Management’s Northwest Regional Material Recovery Facil-

ity, told Cronkite News. “So before we essentially had an open door where China was accepting everything; now they’re very, very limited on the products that they’re taking.” Contamination also is an issue in Arizona Recycling plants, also known as mate-

rial recovery facilities, contain conveyor belts that move materials up and down multiple floors, enormous magnets pull metals from waste, and sanitation workers in gloves manually sort through recyclables and nonrecyclables. All of this manual sorting comes at a cost, and when residents contaminate their recycling, it costs their city money. This shift comes at a time when Americans – after decades of campaigns explaining the benefits – finally have embraced recycling, according to the latest data from the Environmental Protection Agency. Yet, according to that same EPA data, Americans generated 262.4 million tons of waste in 2015, up 60% from 1985. Surprise is the latest Arizona city to suspend its recycling program due to the rising costs. Globe, Sierra Vista, Casa Grande have also suspended their programs within the last year. Mike Gent, public works director for Surprise, said residents aren’t making it easy for the city to recycle.

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Henry Wickenburg’s 200th Birthday Celebration WICKENBURG – Henry Wickenburg's 200th Birthday celebration will be held in beautiful Wickenburg, Ariz., from Nov 21-24. This landmark birthday celebrates not only the founder of a unique western town and the world-renowned Vulture Mine, but as an early pioneer Henry Wickenburg helped to settle our state. The event will be geared toward the entire family and will include everything from history, tours, a special dinner at Vulture City, concert, country dancing, children's activities, a street market, and much more. Stone Park, adjacent to Apache Street, will be filled with artisans and crafts along with a Vintage Flee Market. A classic car show, wagon rides, while nostalgic games for children will also be set up in Stone Park. If you are interested in being a part of the Antique and Collectibles Flea Market, please fill out the form below and return to Cindy Thrasher: 928-684-5603. For more information visit https://www. ci.wickenburg.az.us/1. Hidden in the Canyon Artists’ Tour BLACK CANYON CITY – Just to the north of Anthem you will find a quiet little town of Black Canyon City. Most drive through the middle of it but rarely stop. We will give you a reason to stop—Hidden in the Canyon Artists’ Tour coming up on November 15-16, from 10-4pm. We will have over 20 artists displaying and selling their beautiful art. Nature inspired silver jewelry by Stan Cothern; picturesque pictures and thunder gourds by Judith Baird; pine long needle gourds by Rita and Dale Daniels; pillows, table runners and hair on hide pouches by fabric artist Glenda White; alcohol ink paintings and tile by Shirley Ruchong; landscape paintings by Joshua Nelson and Ruth Ann Sturgill are just to mention a few. The tour will take place at Harmil Plaza, 34301 S. Old Black Canyon Highway in Black

Canyon City from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. on both days. Food truck, dessert station and music will complement the art tour. Art demonstrations will 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. on Friday and Saturday by various local artists. Door prizes as well! Come north and enjoy the day full of fun and art. Free Old-time Country Jam at Black Canyon City BLACK CANYON CITY – If you play an acoustic instrument, fiddle, bass, guitar, mandolin please join us on the second Sunday of the month in Black Canyon City for an oldtime round robin jam. We meet the second Sunday every month from Sept through May at High Desert Community Center on Jacie at the top of the hill. Playing time begins at 1 p.m. and all levels of musicians are welcome, singers too. We do the really old stuff, old time country, gospel and early bluegrass (no electric instruments or amps please). We sit in a circle and take turns playing a tune of our choice and others in the circle play along, or maybe take a lead. Then the next person in the circle gets to choose a tune. Its lots of fun and a good place to hear the really old stuff we loved during the 40s and 50s. Grinners are welcome too. For more information call: Wilma Allen 623-302-3791 or email mandowil@hotmail.com; or Virgil Ramsey 623-374-0171. Free Artisan and Craft Faire in Carefree CAREFREE – Do you want to get your Christmas shopping out of the way in a few hours? Are you looking to find that unique gift that will bring warmth to your loved ones heart? Do you like supporting an incredible cause? Then comeon down to the Annual Artisan and Craft Faire at Christ Anglican Church, 35500 N. Cave Creek Road in Carefree, from 9 a.m. - 3 p.m., on Saturday, November 16. Admission is free and proceeds help to support the Homeless Outreach Participation Endeavor. The event offers a

selection of fine leatherwork, designer clothing, jewelry, fine woodcraft, photography, artisan baked goods, olive oil and fine foods, fine art, handmade soaps and lotions, crosses, flower arrangements, barbeque and more. This is a family friendly event. For information, call Raymond LaFleur 623-203-9069. Hidden in the Hills self-guided art tour features 199 artists CAVE CREEK – A signature event of the non-profit Sonoran Arts League, Hidden in the Hills is Arizona’s largest and longest-running artist studio tour. This year’s event features 199 artists at 47 studio locations throughout the scenic Desert Foothills communities of Cave Creek, Carefree and North Scottsdale. Non-profit Sonoran Arts League’s free self-guided tour features 199 artists at 47 studio locations in Cave Creek, Carefree, and North Scottsdale. The free, self-guided studio tour offers art enthusiasts a rare chance to observe 199 artists at work in their private studios (47 studio locations). The studios are open to the public during the event from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Friday, Saturday and Sunday, Nov. 22-24, and Nov. 29-30, and Dec. 1. Download a map at www. HiddenInTheHills.org or call (480) 575-6624 for more information. Fantasticós Mexican Food offers first-time catering CAVE CREEK – Fantasticós Mexican Food, Cave Creek’s newest restaurant, is offering catering for the first time since its opening one year ago. According to owner Noe Rodriguez, the Mexican restaurant now provides catering, pick-up or delivery, for a number of wild and exciting, one-of-akind homemade Mexican specialties including: Pollo Fundido Indeed-o; Enchilada Excitement; Holy Tamale!; Ride the Waves; Bursting Burritos and more. Fantasticós Mexican Food is located at 6554 E. Cave Creek

Road. The phone number is 480.488-2055 and the website is fantasticosmexicanfood.com. Hakuna Matata Children’s Choir to perform PARADISE VALLEY – The Hakuna Matata Children’s Choir will perform at Ascension Lutheran Church on Sunday, November 17, at 3 p.m. Twelve energized children, talented in singing and dancing are from an orphanage in Kenya are dedicated to spreading love, hope and joy while raising awareness for desperate plight of orphans and other vulnerable children. Their colorful clothing, pounding drums and sweet voices demonstrate their hope and dream for a brighter future. Their inspirational stories of resilience have instilled hope in the hearts of all those who seen them perform. Ascension Lutheran Church is located at 7100 North Mockingbird Lane in Paradise Valley. For more information call 480-948-6050. Free Scottsdale Philharmonic concert SCOTTSDALE — The Scottsdale Philharmonic will perform free concerts on November 24, from 4-6 p.m., at La Casa de Cristo Lutheran Church, 6300 E. Bell Road in Scottsdale. The program is Haydn: Symphony No. 88 (Hoboken); Rossini: Italian Woman in Algiers Overture; Sibelius: Karelia Suite. The cost is free (VIP preferred seating available with a $15 donation). Concert begins at 4 p.m. with doors open at 3. Founded in 2012, the Scottsdale Philharmonic is a non-profit with a mission statement of bringing free classical concerts to the community. The organization is funded by donations from patrons, grants and sponsors. Over 85 professional musicians continue to volunteer their time and talent for each of the performances. For more information, visit www. scottsdalephilharmonic.com or call 480-951-6077.

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Community Events Free pet festival SCOTTSDALE – A free family-friendly community event featuring furry friends and more. All people and pets are invited to attend this annual festival. Highlights include: Blessing of the Animals; native wildlife rescued by the Southwest Wildlife Conservation Center; Elvis the Camel; Zuni the Mustang; cart rides for kiddos by Nickel the Miniature Horse; music and refreshments. Join the fun on Nov. 17, from 1-4 p.m. at Living Water Lutheran Church (9201 E. Happy Valley Rd., Scottsdale. Pets MUST be leashed or otherwise secured. For more information: LWLCaz. org, 480-473-8400. Seminar: Surviving the Holidays SCOTTSDALE – Desert Hills Presbyterian Church, 34605 N. Tom Darlington Road in North Scottsdale is presenting a twohour seminar to talk about how to survive challenges during the holidays. The seminar will the following topics: Dealing with grief around the holiday season; How to handle parties and invitations; How to prepare for surprising emotions. Join The Desert Hills Desert Presbyterian Church on November 17, or December 8, from 2:30 to 4:30 p.m. The cost is $5 for a survival guide filled with practical tips. Childcare is available upon request at the time of registration. Registration is required. Register by email sue. palmer101@gmail.com or call Desert Hills Presbyterian Church at 480-488-3384. DFT announces ‘Annie Get Your Gun’ production, upcoming auditions SCOTTSDALE – Irving Berlin’s musical tale of Annie Oakley, “Annie Get Your Gun”, will be performed by Desert Foothills Theater (DFT) on weekends Nov. 8 -24. Renowned in the Wild West as a sharpshooter, Annie meets her match, both romantically and professionally, in the form of fellow ace gunslinger Frank Butler. While Annie and Frank are performing as part of the

famous traveling show headlined by the legendary Buffalo Bill, the two compete and flirt, with plenty of ups and downs along the way. Performances are at 7:30 p.m. on Fridays and Saturdays, and a 2 p.m. matinees on Sundays at the Main Stage of the Cactus Shadows Fine Arts Center, 33606 N. 60th Street in Scottsdale. Tickets are $15 for youth 3-12 years of age and $25 for everyone 13 and older. Also, DFT will have auditions scheduled for “Then There Were None” on Saturday, Nov. 16, from 10 a.m. to 12 p.m. “The ‘Honk! Jr.” audition workshop will be Saturday and Sunday, Nov. 23-24, 1-4 p.m., with auditions for ages 8 to 18 on Saturday, Dec. 7, 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. and Sunday, Dec. 8, from 2 to 6 p.m. For more information or to purchase tickets visit DFtheater.org or call 480-488-1981. Music Series is Nov. 19 in Old Town Peoria PEORIA – On Nov. 19, check out Soulstice of Sound for the Peoria Music Series. Soulstice of Sound is a soulful, pop, rock duo with hits that span decades and genres. Pianist/Vocalist/ Percussionist Alex performed in the national tour of “Book of Mormon” before reprising her role in London’s West End. Guitarist/Vocalist Sean recently performed in “ONCE” at Seacoast Repertory Theatre. They will be performing at the Peoria Center for the Performing Arts in Old Town Peoria. These Music Series performances will be the second Tuesday of every month at 7:30 p.m. until April 2020. Food trucks will also be there for concertgoers to enjoy dinner with a show. For a complete list of performances and food trucks, visit theater works.org.

Learn a New Skill in Peoria PEORIA – Every month the city of Peoria offers a variety of technology, art, recreation and gardening classes for Peoria residents. Pick up a new hobby or learn a new skill by checking out one of the many youth and adult special interest classes. Here are a few of the classes coming up in November: •

Watercolor Painting on Sunday, Nov. 10 at Rio Vista Recreation Center

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Clean Cooking with Garden Greens on Saturday, Nov. 23 at Cibola Vista Resort Find more information at www. peoriaaz.gov/recreation. The Trilogy Art & Craft League is excited to present our Holiday PEORIA – The Trilogy Art and Craft League will be presenting a holiday Art and Craft Show. The event will feature the original works of 34 Trilogy Artists. You will find outstanding creations in glass, pottery, wood, textiles and jewelry, as well as paintings and sketches, mixed media, home decor and much more. The show takes place on Sunday, November 17, from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. Located in the beautiful Trilogy Kiva Club, 27980 North Trilogy Boulevard in Peoria. Call to Plein Air Artists PEORIA – The city of Peoria will be introducing the first Peoria Plein Air Painting event at Second Saturdays on

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begin on Wednesday, April 1, 2020, which is National Census Day. For more information, visit www.peoriaaz.gov/census. For Spanish speakers, visit www.peoria az.gov/censo. Visit Native American Art Exhibit starting now PEORIA – Check out the new Native American art exhibit on display at the West Valley Art Museum (WVAM) Gallery that includes lithographs, paintings, drawings, mixed media, etchings and other techniques by artists such as Harrison Begay, Robert Redbird Sr., Amado Pena and Norma Andraud. The exhibit features artists with heritage in more than a dozen Native American tribes across our vast land. The works will be on view through Nov. 21. The gallery is free and located inside Peoria City Hall at 8401 W. Monroe St. For additional information or to schedule group tours, contact WVAM at www.wvam.org or 623-972-0635.

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Oh, Wizard Rock, how we missed you. To think that thieves with heavy equipment so brazenly hoisted you up onto a truck and stole you from its rightful owners – we the people of Arizona – is quite disturbing. Little did the crooks (had to be more than one person) know that you would become “America’s Most Wanted Rock” with national exposure. What kind of evil and cunning people steal a one-ton boulder off the side of the road? Surprise! Our Wizard Rock mysteriously showed up right back where it was stolen from. Along Hwy 89A, where in plain sight the boulder was taken, then returned. Without a witness. Many folks claim the guilt of doing the dirty deed is what caused the thieves to bring Wizard back. Not so fast. I think the boulder was going to be displayed in someone’s front yard, and once the distinctive black and white rock was flashed all over the news, the thieves got scared of being caught. Imagine how embarrassing it would be to

have your friends over for a party, with a “hot rock” in your front yard. It is not the first time that thieves have done something so bold that it seems impossible no one noticed. I had sold a house and while it was in escrow, the entire mare motel and 300 feet of five-rail horse fencing was stolen. There was also the case of people in Carefree and Cave Creek having cacti and massive saguaros being stolen off their property. No small feat. A huge truck and entire crew would have to pull this off. Oh, and my quiet little country place in Skull Valley has a wonderful apple tree that someone likes to rob. Yes, my bounty of big green apples has been stolen just before I get to pick them. Every last apple - gone. No, not a strong wind or a bunch of birds. Clean picked tree in my front yard by some crazed human who thinks it is okay to steal other people’s apples! And not my neighbors, because we all have taken turns guarding the dang tree. Had they asked, I would have given

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ANTHEM – If your employer offers a 401(k) or similar plan, you’ve got a powerful retirementsavings tool at your disposal. And yet, how well you do with your 401(k) depends greatly on your choices and actions. What steps can you take to maximize the benefits of your plan? For starters, be aware that your 401(k) may come with what might be called “standard” features, which you should review to determine their applicability to your situation. These features include the following: Default deferral rate When you take a job, your employer may automatically enroll you in the company’s 401(k) plan and assign a “default” contribution rate – the

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to Rural Metro Fire Department (RMFD). “Mountain Rescues are particularly challenging,” Shawn Gilleland, RMFD’s public information officer stated. “Thank you to the dedication and efforts of Engines 821, 825, 826, Brush 825, RC821, RC826 and DC820.” Gilleland says the rescue crew consisted of 18 personnel: Fifteen firefighters, two paramedics and one chief. “Due to the location they were not able to use a helicopter from

percentage of your salary you will put in to your 401(k). Many companies choose a default rate of three percent, although, in recent years, there has been a move toward higher rates, even up to six percent. Unfortunately, too many people don’t question their default rate, which could be a problem, especially if it’s at the lower end. If you want your 401(k) to ultimately provide you with as many financial resources as possible, you will likely need to contribute as much as you can afford. So, be aware of your default rate, and, if you can possibly afford it, increase that level. And every time your salary goes up, consider boosting your contributions. Investment mix When you’re automatically enrolled in your 401(k), the amount you might initially contribute isn’t the only “off the shelf ” feature – you also might be assigned a default investment option. One common default investment is known as a targetdate fund, which generally includes a mix of stocks, bonds and cash instruments. Your 401(k) plan provider, or your human resources area, will typically base this mix on your age and projected retirement date. Usually, this fund will grow more conservative over time, Department of Public Safety [DPS] or Sheriffs [MCSO],” he said. Black Mountain Trail is popular trail among residents, known for its strenuous incline, with an elevation gain of almost 1,200 feet in only 2.2 miles. There is also a small monument dedicated to veterans with an American flag at the top of the peak, according to hiking website All Trails. Gilleland also added that the stokes basked the department used to rescue the woman was recently donated by the local Firehouse Subs on Cave Creek Road.

reflecting the need to reduce the portfolio’s risk as you get nearer to retirement. However, you may not be obligated to stick with the default option. Most 401(k) plans usually offer several options from which to choose. Ideally, you’d want to spread your investment dollars among a mix of these investments to give yourself the greatest growth potential, given your risk tolerance and time horizon. And always keep in mind that your 401(k) is a long-term vehicle, designed to help you prepare for a retirement that may be decades away. Consequently, try to discipline yourself to look past the inevitable short-term drops in your portfolio. Matching contributions If your employer offers a 401(k) matching contribution, you should certainly take advantage of it. Consider this: If you employer matches 50 cents for every dollar you contribute, up to six percent of your pay,

and you contribute the full six percent, you would, in effect, be receiving a 3 percent pay raise (50 percent of six percent). That’s like a 50 percent rate of return even before you invest this added money. Taking control of your 401(k) in the ways described above can help go a long way toward getting the most from your plan – and, as a result, may help get you closer to supporting the retirement lifestyle you’ve envisioned. This article was written by Edward Jones for use by your local Edward Jones Financial Advisor, Sarah Finelli, 3655 W. Anthem Way, Suite B-143 in Anthem. For more information call 623-551-0523 or visit edwardjones.com. Edward Jones, its employees and financial advisors are not estate planners and cannot provide tax or legal advice. You should consult your estate-planning attorney or qualified tax advisor regarding your situation.

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Mayo Angelou eloquently described the creative process as, "You can't use up creativity… the more you use the more you have." Local artist Lynn Thrower is a perfect example of endless creative energy and expression. Lynn grew up in Sunnyvale, Calif., in the very heart of what we know today as Silicon Valley. When she was a child the valley was full of orchards, farms

and large open spaces where families, at the time, found affordable lifestyles. Lynn credits the Girl Scouts for introducing her to the art of sewing. She absolutely loved it. She describes sewing as, "the ability to take a flat piece of cloth, choosing the texture, design and color and making it into something beautiful." She would go from basic patterns to eventually designing and sewing her wedding dress. Over the years Lynn has

traveled extensively through Europe, Latin America, the Caribbean, Mexico and South America, which impacted her use of vibrant colors and designs incorporated in her work today. Interestedly enough Lynn's career path took her into finance and accounting. She was a controller, chief accounting officer and chief financial officer. Lynn readily points out that her creativity does not fuse into her accounting career, saying it's "A good way to get into big trouble!". When Lynn's family moved to Arizona over 20 years ago, they settled in the Ahwatukee area and fell in love with the weather, vast amounts of sun and the serenity. Now retired, she and her husband make their home in the Town of Carefree. Today Lynn's artistic expressions and design sensibility take on a sculptural style in decorating wildlife skulls that create amazingly interesting focal points in homes, offices and in outdoor living space. The ingredients in Lynn's skillfully creative works, is her lifelong love and experience with the use of color, texture and design. She creates from her home studio and shows her work in several stores in Carefree, Cave Creek and Scottsdale. In November 2019 you can

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BLACK CANYON CITY – Join us for an exploration of water and its impact in Arizona, specifically in the area of Black Canyon City. Experience the journey on Thursday, November 14, starting at 5 p.m. in the gymnasium at Cañon Elementary School, 34630 School Loop Road in Black

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Outlets at Anthem lighting up Arizona’s largest Christmas tree with special tree lighting ceremony, festival

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ANTHEM – Arizona’s largest freshcut Christmas tree arrived at the Outlets in Anthem on October 24, making it the 18th consecutive year the outlets has welcomed the state’s biggest, fresh holiday tree. The Outlets at Anthem will be holding a Tree Lighting Festival on November 16, from noon to 6 p.m., which includes a day of family-friendly holiday entertainment,

including Santa’s Village, crafts, a petting zoo, vendors, an interactive light show and much more. The Tree Lighting Ceremony will begin at 5 p.m. After Santa Claus lights the Christmas tree, the Musical Theatre of Anthem and Diamond Dance Works will perform. Followed by Sound and Color, an interactive light show that is set to music, which will light up the Outlets at Anthem

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guidelines for future land uses to 121-square-miles of unincorporated county land encompassing New River, Anthem, Desert Hills and other areas of greater North Phoenix. If approved by the board the updated plan with replace the 1999 New River Area Plan. “This is plan is strictly something we are required to do through state statutes, and we want to represent what this community wants to be for a vision of their future,” Pokorski said. “We recognized there are really four unique areas up there: Upper New River, New River, Desert Hills and Anthem.” She added during an interview with The Foothills Focus last week: “Daisy Mountain is something that is important to the community, there are a lot of informal trails on Daisy Mountain, it is a recognizable peak, so that is was why we made that recommendation [name change].” Some of the most significant changes to the updated plan was removing a “town center,” which had allowed for some commercial zoning. Under the new plan that area will become rural, low-density zoning. New River Road was also designated as a scenic corridor, and descriptions of the unique four communities in the area were added to the plan. With the addition of the New River Scenic Corridor, the updated

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at a public meeting this June, the New River planning area has been reduced by about 25 percent due to land annexation. Shrinking the 166-square-mile area to 121-square miles. “We’ve heard a lot of concerns about too much growth too fast,” Pokorski said at a meeting in Anthem on June 25, 2019. Surveys used by planners at public meetings over the last year revealed the biggest concerns for residents were rapid population

growth, water scarcity and unpaved roads that cause dust and access issues. The Guiding Principles identified by county planners that were used to update plan are: preserve and respect the rural lifestyle; support lowdensity, large-lot residential; balance responsible land use decisions with private property rights; preserve and enhance natural features and open space; and protect scenic corridors. If the Maricopa Board of Supervisors votes to adopt the plan, it will become effective immediately. Residents can

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Author Stephen King published “The Shining” in 1977. Director Stanley Kubrick would adapt the book into a film three years later in 1980, turning it into one of the seminal horror movies of all time -- even though Stephen King has made public statements of how much he dislikes it. King would continue to look into the past for influence on his 2013 book “Doctor Sleep,” a sequel to “The Shining.” The sequel follows young Danny Torrance after the events at the Overlook Hotel and into his complicated adulthood. It details struggle with addiction and the continuation of evil in different forms. Director Mike Flanagan, who last helmed the fantastic Netflix series “The Haunting of Hill House” and another King adaptation of the impressive “Gerald’s Game,” takes an interesting approach to “Doctor Sleep.” He crafts a film that pays special attention to King’s source material themes, both in

vague and specific ways, while offering a superb homage to Kubrick’s iconic film. Danny Torrance (Ewan McGregor) has been haunted by the events that occurred at the Overlook Hotel when he was a child, the memories and ghosts of that day continue to torment him. However, Danny further develops his special ability, which he calls “the shining.” With the help from the ghost of his old friend Dick Hallorann (Carl Lumbly playing the role made famous by Scatman Crothers from “The Shining”), which allows him to trap the spirits around him inside his mind. Danny grows up troubled with addictions, wandering from place to place until he winds up in a small New Hampshire town. There he finds peace and sobriety with the help of a kindly friend named Billy (Cliff Curtis). Things aren’t safe for Danny, along with other people who can “shine” because a murderous roaming caravan of people is feeding off of them. The

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the residents of New River and Desert Hills. In 2003 the district grew to include the unincorporated community of Anthem, and again in 2017 to include Black Canyon City. Today, DMFM spans two counties, and protects a population of about 55,000 residents. The district covers approximately 210-squaremiles and is served by five fire stations. Its service area includes

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EXPIRES 12/31/19. WITH THIS COUPON. LIMITED TO ONE COUPON PER EACH ITEM. C&R TIRE

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623-551-6255

www.CandRTire.com

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