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Rescues flock to Anthem for animal adoption event MARC BUCKHOUT MANAGING EDITOR
Short of going to the zoo people won’t find more animals in one place than what they’ll see at Anthem Community Park during the 7th annual Anthem Animal Extravaganza and Pet Adopt-A-Thon. From 10 a.m. – 3 p.m. Jan. 29 more than 50 rescues from around the state will be at the park primarily with dogs and cats, but also rabbits, guinea pigs and even horses for an event sponsored by Petsmarts Charities. A year ago the event ended with 159 animals getting adopted, a number Phoenix
North Valley commuters add extra option MARC BUCKHOUT MANAGING EDITOR
Beginning on Monday North Valley commuters looking to make their way into the Valley each morning will have a new option. From 10 a.m. – noon on Saturday the Phoenix Public Transit Department and Vice Mayor Thelda Williams will be at the new 512-space Happy Valley Park-and-Ride at the southwest corner of Happy Valley Road and Interstate 17. The public celebration and meet and greet will give potential users of the facility an opportunity park and ride
Animal Care Coalition 911 founder and president Bari Mears hopes to improve on. “Our goal is to hit 200 this year,” she said. “Last year’s event was great. There were no lulls in the crowd. We were thrilled and surprised that it was packed pretty much the whole time. We hope we’ll have that kind of crowd again and find a lot of homes. We have thousands of animals that are in need. So come on out and adopt these poor little creatures.” Mears has seen her group, which works as an umbrella organization for more than 100 local rescues, help place more than 4,520 pets from 2004 to 2009. The organization has
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Anthem Community Park will be the site of the 7th annual Anthem Animal Extravaganza from 10 a.m. - 3 p.m. Jan. 29. The event brings more than 50 animal rescues to the park. Last year’s event was highlighted by 159 animals finding new homes.
Cactus Shadows outclasses Queen Creek in slugfest MARC BUCKHOUT MANAGING EDITOR
It was déjà vu all over again Thursday at Cactus Shadows High School. For the second straight season a game between the Falcons boys soccer team and their counterparts from Queen Creek was cut short when a fight broke out. A game that saw senior midfielder and captain Jack Huettner get a red card with 13:30 remaining in the first half got progressively more and more physical as the night went on. “It was disappointing that the game resorted to that,” Cactus
Shadows coach Tony Voss said. “We like to play a passing, ball-control, talent based game. Queen Creek believes they can physically win a game. We got caught up in their tactics.” Just more than four minutes into the game Cactus Shadows took the lead on a Jacob Donovan goal. The rebound followed a strong shot from Phil Wiltfong that Queen Creek goalie Bryce Hunter was able to make a diving stop on, but the keeper had no chance to recover in time to stop Donovan’s effort. Less than five minutes later Queen Creek would get the equalizer. On a free kick from CS soccer
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been in existence for 13 years organizing 10-12 adoption events around the Valley between October and April. “We have a unique organization,” she said. “We have shelters apply to become a PACC partner. Basically we want to make sure they are doing business ethically. There are so many different rescues. Our main emphasis is that they are spaying and neutering the animals before they’re adopting them out.” Along with still seeing startling numbers of animals being abandoned as a result
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Cactus Shadows teammates come to the rescues of teammate Cody Loveall who found himself in a headlock as a fight broke out during Thursday’s 2-1 win over Queen Creek. The game was called with four minutes still remaining on the clock. To view more photos from Thursday’s match go to The Foothills Focus Facebook page.
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While most of the rescues at the 7th annual Anthem Animal Extravaganza, set for 10 a.m. - 3 p.m. Jan. 29, specialize in dogs and cats, horse rescues will also be included at the event. The event is organized by Phoenix Animal Care Colaition 911.
of the struggling economy Mears said continued breeding remains a serious issue. “It’s such a crisis with overpopulation,” she said. “The numbers are horrifying. There are too many animals and not enough homes. All our shelters are full to the brim. They take as many animals as they can, but there are still way too many animals that end up down at the county.” While she said she doesn’t want to sound morbid Mears said the reality is that some 60,000 animals are euthanized each year. “We have a multitude of rescues that will be in Anthem and some specialize in specific breeds so it’s really one-stop shopping,” she said. “Please
page 3 come out and adopt.” Mears explains that each rescue has its own business practices in terms of adopting animals and the fees involved. “We don’t tell our partners how to do their business,” she said. “Some groups do same day adoptions, while others will want to do a more intense screening. There’s also variance when it comes to the adoption fees.” In addition to being able to adopt, pet owners can bring their animals to get micro chipped. They also will have the opportunity to try out an obstacle course where their dogs
can test their skills. Additionally there will be raffle prizes. For every bag of dog or cat food a person brings to donate they’ll receive a ticket for the raffle. Proceeds from the event go to PACC’s emergency medical fund, which is available to PACC members for animals in need of treatment. The adoption event will take place at Anthem Community Park, located at Gavilan Peak Parkway. For information on Phoenix Animal Care Coalition 911 go to pacc911.org.
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Anthem charter school finds new home STAFF REPORT
The Caepe School in Anthem will have a new home for the 2011-2012 school year. Tamara Lee, Head of School of The Caepe School, has leased campus space from The Fellowship Church at 39905 N. Gavilan Peak Parkway. “This is all part of our master plan for growth and this interim lease allows us to focus on our immediate needs as well as our long-term needs for our future campus,” Lee said. As The Caepe School enters its fourth year of operation with the school year 2011-2012, it was apparent that additional space was needed to accommodate the growing student body and the new lease allows them access to areas that were simply not available at the current location. The Caepe School will be offering 10th grade classes this year and then 11th & 12th the following two years. As the school works toward their ultimate goal of a K-12 program, its needs to continue to push the logistical space beyond the limits of the current building. “Not only are we excited about the amount of new space, we’re excited about some of the areas that we are allowed to utilize such as the use of an outdoor patio, auditorium and additional office space,” Lee said.
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Anthem group successfully runs for water MARC BUCKHOUT MANAGING EDITOR
For the third consecutive year a group of Anthem residents participated in the Phoenix P.F. Chang’s Rock ‘n’ Roll Marathon Beyond the personal achievements the group of 43 ran in the marathon Saturday in order to raise $9,000 for a well in a village called Wangobo in Eastern Uganda, Africa. To get water, most people in the village are forced to trek for miles to contaminated swampy shores or seasonal open pits. More than 7,500 children and 3,800 adults walk more than 4 miles each way to the swamp for water. The Bugiri district is in desperate need of fresh water because the government does not drill any wells in the area. They tell local villagers that the lake has leached up all of the water. So, the villagers don’t even have hope to have fresh water even though it’s only about 200 feet below the surface. “It was a resounding success,” Dan Spinogatti, who ran the half marathon and organized the running group, which began training for the event back in August. “Everybody did what they set out to do. Some did better than they had anticipated time wise, some didn’t run quite as quickly as they hoped, but everybody finished.” The inspiration for the effort, which has produced wells each of the last two years, came from Scott Foreman, the founder of Water for Our World. Foreman’s nonprofit bottled water company provides water products that generate both awareness and revenue which fund the building of water wells worldwide. Of the 43 that participated in the marathon Spinogatti said that approximately 2/3 ran a half marathon and the other third completed the full marathon. “We’ve grown our group a little bit each year,” he said. “Some have run all three years, but half our group is brand new.” Anthem resident Chassidy
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The Anthem community was represented by 43 participants in Saturday’s P.F. Chang’s Rock ‘n’ Roll Marathon. Members of the group ran either the half or full marathon in efforts to raise $9,000 for a well in a village called Wangobo in Eastern Uganda, Africa.
Daly was one of the first-time marathon participants. Daly went on a trip to Uganda in April 2010 with Hope for Kids International and the Fellowship Mission where they witnessed the dedication of the well that was funded by last year’s marathon runners. “There were 25 of us on a bus that went to their village,” she said. “To see the impact that a well was making on these people was an amazing experience. They were singing and dancing when we arrived. We saw that up until the building of the well they were getting their water from basically mud puddles.” It was at that point that Daly, a smoker of 20 years, decided she would participate in this year’s marathon. “Well, I think a lot of people look at the world and feel they can’t do anything to make a difference, but after seeing the well, seeing people’s lives change, parents that will be able to watch their children grow up rather than die because of disease caused from having to use unsanitary water I knew I had to participate,” she said. “Instead of waiting for the whole world to change in one big move you change it one day at a time with a small act.” Having trained since August, Daly was hopeful she was ready for her first marathon, with a goal of 4 hours and 45 minutes and hoping to at least finish in less than 5 hours. “For 15 miles it wasn’t too bad, but the rest of it was quite
painful,” she said. “Everything started cramping. By the end it was terrible, but I kept envisioning the kids playing in the well water. To contribute to people having the opportunity to have fresh drinking water it was worth going through that pain.” marathon
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Cactus Shadows freshman Jonah Vittoro makes a pass up the left sideline during Thursday’s 2-1 win over Queen Creek. Falcons senior Thor Kellin scored what proved to be the game-winner in the first minute of the second half. Go to The Foothills Focus Facebook page to view more photos from the match.
just inside midfield Adrian Coronado lofted a shot toward the goal. Teammate Reece Landato made a leaping effort and got his head on the ball, redirecting the shot, which senior keeper Casey Debusk was unable to react to. With Huettner relegated to the sidelines the Falcons found themselves playing 10 against 11 for the game’s final 53 minutes. Despite being outnumbered the Falcons remained the team that largely controlled the action and the one that had the better and more numerous scoring chances. “The way we pass we knew we could still control the game,” senior midfielder Thor Kellin said. “It’s tiring playing down a man, but Tony did a real good job of subbing in new guys to keep us fresh.” Kellin would score what proved to be the game winner just a minute into the second half on a free-kick setup when Nick Hammer was tripped just out side the 18-yard box after taking in a long lead pass. On the free kick Hammer caught the Queen Creek defense napping. “You can wait until the defense is 10-yards away from you, but that’s not something you have to do. It’s the same as FIFA rules. Once the referee signals you, you’re free to kick. From where I was I didn’t need much power to score. As I put the ball down
I saw that the goalie was just leaning against the post waiting for his defense to get lined up so I just kicked it.” Hammer’s effort would conclude the scoring in the game, but hardly the action. “I think all of the stuff started with the trash talking,” junior defender Ryan Leander said. “It was really just one or two of their players that really caused the trouble, but a lot of their players, even on the bench, were saying stuff throughout the game. I don’t know where the animosity comes from.” One of the chief instigators though appeared to be Coronado, who was both physical in his play and verbose in his trash talking throughout the night. Having already challenged Huettner, when the Falcons senior was thrown out of the game after stepping over a downed Bulldogs player, Coronado would have a verbal exchange with Debusk with approximately 15 minutes to go in the game. On the play a long, high kick sent toward the Cactus Shadows goal was fielded in the air by Debusk, who was run into by Coronado. Along with pushing the Falcons goalie Coronado had words for the Falcons net-minder. The game would come to an end 10 minutes later. Still trailing 2-1 the Bulldogs would get a corner kick. On a high ball,
sent into the middle of the box Cactus Shadows was able to head the ball out the other side, away from danger. While the ball left the box the action remained in front of the goal. Players from both teams were on the ground. Cactus Shadows junior Cody Loveall found himself in a headlock as the scrum poured into the goal. Although some players tried to play peacemakers, attempting to pull players off one and other, others threw punches. When the officials finally restored order they gave red cards to Coronado, who was in the middle of the melee, as well as Cactus Shadows senior defenseman Tyler McKinney. They then called the game, giving Cactus Shadows a 2-1 win. Despite the win Voss expressed his frustration that his team will have to go Saguaro (81), for a game that will decide the Desert Sky Region on Tuesday (results unavailable at press time) without McKinney or Huettner. As a result of the red cards players are forced to sit out the next game. “We’ve got depth and we’ll have to rely on that, but it’s frustrating that we won’t have two of our better players out there,” the coach said. The Falcons (8-1) close the regular season Thursday at home against McClintock (4-4).
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community events MUSIC Pinnacle Series presents piano quartet At 7:30 p.m. on Jan. 28 the Pinnacle Concert Series continues with Piano4, a piano quartet formed with matching grand pianos that perform distinct parts as they play pieces ranging from Bach to Broadway. General admission tickets are $28 with premium seats going for $38. Main floor rear seats cost $12 and student tickets are $6. The show will take place at Pinnacle Presbyterian Church, at 25150 North Pima Road in Scottsdale, on the northwest corner of Pima and Happy Valley Roads. For infor mation call the Pinnacle Concer t Series Box Of fice at 480-303-2474 or pinnacleconcer ts.org. ART FCF Community Center begins art lecture series 46641 N. Black Canyon AZ 85087 The Hwy. FCFNew River, Visual Arts Monday afternoon lecture series email: foothillsfocus@qwestoffice.net continues at 4 p.m. Monday with Donna Isaac, a senior project manager with Scottsdale Public Art presenting “The Soleri Bridge and Plaza”. The FCF Holland Community Center is located at 34250 N. 60th St. in Scottsdale. For a complete listing of all FCF programs log on to www. azfcf.org. LECTURE
Symposium discusses immigration A two-day free symposium discussing the immigration issue will begin with a 7 -9 p.m. session on Friday and followed by a 10 a.m. – 3 p.m. session on Saturday at Pinnacle Presbyterian Church. On the opening evening Edward Alden, the Bernard L. Schwartz Senior Fellow at the Council on Foreign Relations specializing in U.S. economic competitiveness will speak. Alden is the former Project Director, Task Force on Immigration Policy and former Washington Bureau Chief of the “Financial Times.” Lunch will be available during the Saturday event for $10 when Dr. Llewellyn Howell, Hon. Victor Trevino and Rev. Mark Adams speak. Howell is Emeritus Professor of International Management at Thunderbird School of Global Management and former International Affairs Editor, “USA Today” Magazine. Trevino is the Consul General of Mexico, Phoenix; Minister, Mexican Foreign Service; and MA, Centro de Estudios Superiores Navales. Adams, coordinates six Frontera de Cristo ministry areas; and is former Presbyterian Church Mission Co-worker serving with Frontera de Cristo, one of six border cosites of the U.S. and Mexican Presbyterian Churches.
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Cactus Shadows sophomore repeats as Punt, Pass and Kick champ STAFF REPORT
For the second straight year Cactus Shadows sophomore Cassie Miller was the winner in the NFL’s National Punt, Pass and Kick competition. After winning city, regional and at the state level, Miller awaited word on whether her
marks would be strong enough to earn a trip back to Nationals. Just two months after the soccer star was selected to participate in the U-15 Girls National Team camp in Florida, which was run by national team head coach Mike Dickey, she headed back east again, this time to Atlanta.
A year after winning the 1415 year old age group at the National Championship in San Diego she faced off with Sarah Firestone of Mercersburg, PA, Kayla Hochhalter of Carrington ND, and Jill Maloney of Alpharetta, Ga. Saturday’s competition took place in the Georgia Dome,
Gala raises funds for Arizona Musicfest STAFF REPORT
Arizona Musicfest will celebrate “Dance to the Music!” at 5:30 p.m. Jan. 29 at Troon Country Club, during an evening complete with dinner, fine wines and live music. The evening’s festivities will raise money for Arizona Musicfest community programs with silent and live auctions including a mystery box from Hodson Jewelry Gallery. Dress is casual to creative for an evening of fun in a celebratory atmosphere The Gala begins at 5:30 p.m. with the Celebration! Signature Cocktail, a selection of wines, fabulous hors d’oeuvres and a silent auction filled with designer jewelry, fine art, golf packages and unique collectibles such as the Violin Masterpieces. Dinner is at 7 p.m., followed
by dessert and the live auction with one-of-a-kind trips and luxury packages. Celebrate! Dance to the Music! is cochaired by Ginny Holzemer and Dawn Hopkins. Arizona Musicfest is a non-profit organization, led
by 250 volunteers who are dedicated to bringing great music to the communities. Arizona Musicfest: America’s Premier Winter Music Festival features the top artists of Broadway, classical and jazz, including the Arizona
Musicfest Festival Orchestra and Chorus under the baton of Robert Moody, celebrates its 20th anniversary season in 2011, with 13 concerts from January 31 through March 13. Arizona Musicfest Youth Programs provide classical music listening programs to more than 7,000 Valley elementary students and performance opportunities to exceptional young musicians. Your attendance at the Celebrate! Dance to the Music! Gala will benefit all of these programs and concerts. Tickets are $150 available through Arizona Musicfest at 480.488.0806 / toll free 866.488.0806. Troon Country Club is located at 25000 N. Windy Walk Drive, Scottsdale, AZ 85255. Complimentary valet parking is included. For information call Arizona Musicfest 480-488-0806 or visit azmusicfest.org.
Cave Creek maintains sales tax rate STAFF REPORT
The Cave Creek town council voted unanimously to maintain the town’s sales tax at 3 percent at the town council meeting earlier this month. The council will revisit the issue in January 2013. The tax produced $450,000 in
fiscal year 2010. Beyond looking at the sales tax, the council researched economic diversity, laying off 12 employees and reducing salaries and benefits. The town is hopeful that the addition of Walmart, currently under construction, will attract other businesses, which would bring
in more tax revenue. In 2009, the council voted to increase the sales tax by .5 percentage point, going to 3 percent from 2.5 percent. When the increase was passed, the ordinance stipulated the council had to review the tax every two years.
prior to the Atlanta Falcons NFC playoff matchup with the Green Bay Packers. Unlike the New Orleans Saints, the 2010 Super Bowl Champions, who were eliminated from the NFC Playoffs a week ago, Miller defended her championship by claiming the title once again.
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NORTH VALLEY DINING Name of restaurant: Café Aroma Owners/operator(s): Arlind and Nikki Sadiku Type of food: Family Style American and European Opened: Dec. 6, 2010 Location: 4220 W. Summit Walk Ct. #1202 in Anthem, next to Discount Tire, across from the Outlets at Anthem. Hours: 7 a.m. - 3 p.m. daily Contact: 623-551-1500, cafearomaonline.com House specialties: Breakfast: Homemade Swedish Pancakes, Lunch: ½ lb Angus Burgers and Wraps Other highlights: Catering, $3.99 Early Bird Specials, Kids Menu and a Recycled Teenagers Menu as well as a Senior Menu
How did you decide to get into this business, and why in its specific location in the North Valley? “We have been around the restaurant business our whole life,” Arlind said. “This is our second restaurant in 8 years. We love Anthem. It’s a very nice community to raise a family. When we came to Anthem from Chicago, we wanted to find a family restaurant where you can take the family and kids and enjoy a nice meal. There were many nice restaurants in the area, but nobody offered family style food, like on the East coast or the Midwest. Now local patrons can enjoy all their favorite breakfast or lunch classics with a modern twist. We are very attentive to our guests. My wife and I walk around the restaurant making sure everything is just right.” “People do things in life
Where do you expect to see your business in 5 years? “Most important is in keeping my guests happy and to provide them with quality food and exceptional service and to enjoy home style cooking with their friends and family around the area,” Arlind said.
Marc Buckhout
Arlind and Nikki Sadiku opened Café Aroma in December. The restaurant, which serves family style American and European food, is open daily from 7 a.m. – 3 p.m., located at 4220 W. Summit Walk Court, next to Discount Tire, across from the Outlets at Anthem.
for three reasons: to make money, for social recognition and third, for the intrinsic value, what makes you feel
good. This is where I’m at now. It makes me feel good to see a smile at my guests table to do it.”
Have you been to a new restaurant in the North Valley that people need to know about? Let us know and we’ll try to make that happen. Or would you like to see your restaurant featured in our 30,000 circulation weekly paper which serves Anthem, New River, Cave Creek, Carefree, Desert Hills, Tramonto and Black Canyon City along with North Phoenix and North Scottsdale? E-mail Managing Editor Marc Buckhout at ffeditorial@ hotmail.com to get a North Valley dining form.
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New River Elementary honors students
Deer Valley selects interim Superintendent STAFF REPORT
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New River Elementary students Nathan Lach and Jake Myles were nominated by teachers Ms. Thomas and Mrs. McKesson respectively as Terrific Kids for the school year’s second quarter. The honors, which include $50 savings bonds are given out by the New River Kiwanis. STAFF REPORT
The New River Kiwanis honored Nathan Lach and Jake Myles as their Terrific Kids for the second quarter. The New River Elementary students were honored during an awards
assembly on Jan. 12. Lach is a student in Ms. Thomas’ class and Myles is from Mrs. McKesson’s class. Along with a t-shirt, a certificate for the wall and other items the students also receive a $50 savings bond in their names.
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The Deer Valley Unified School District Governing Board named John Kriekard as interim Superintendent at the Jan. 11th board meeting. Kriekard served as Superintendent of Paradise Valley Unified School District from 2003 through June 30, 2009 when he retired. While leading the Paradise Valley School District, he supervised more than 3,000 employees and 33,000 students at 48 schools. He replaces Virginia McElyea who accepted a position with Arizona State University. Kriekard earned a bachelor’s degree in liberal arts from Kalamazoo College in Michigan, followed by serving two years in the U.S. Army during the Vietnam War. He obtained his master’s degree in history from Western Michigan University and he began his career as a middle school teacher before moving to Arizona in 1977. In 1985 he received his doctorate in educational administration from
Arizona State University. Addressing the Governing Board, Kriekard stated he was “excited to help the Board find the right superintendent to continue the record of excellence for which Deer Valley School District is noted.” He will focus on student achievement and developing a balanced budget with the fewest cuts close to classrooms. The goal of the Governing Board is to have a new superintendent in place by July 1st. Kriekard has received state
and national recognition including being named Arizona’s Superintendent of the Year for Large Districts and the Bob Grossman Leadership in School Communications Award from the National School Public Relations Association. His wife Janey is the science curriculum specialist for the Scottsdale Unified School District. Daughters Emily and Erin are both teachers and son Peter is a cardiology fellow at the University of Colorado School of Medicine.
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Church offers forum for discussion on immigration debate STAFF REPORT
The Pinnacle Theological Center will have a twoday symposium entitled “Whence the Promised Land? Resolving Immigration Issues: An Impossible Dream?” on Friday and Saturday at Pinnacle Presbyterian Church that will provide a balanced view of the complex issues surrounding immigration. The event gets under way at 7 p.m. Friday when Edward Alden, a Senior Fellow with the Council on Foreign Relations, former Project Director of the Task Force on Immigration Policy and former Washington Bureau Chief of the Financial Times speaks. The symposium continues at 10 a.m. Saturday, running until approximately 3 p.m. with three
presenters, a buffet lunch and time for questions, answers and discussion. The speakers on tap include Dr. Llewellyn Howell, Professor Emeritus of International Management at Thunderbird School of Global Management, former International Affairs Editor of USA Today Magazine; Reverend Mark Adams, a mission co-worker with the Presbyterian Border Ministries and U.S. coordinator of the binational ministry and Victor Trevino, Consul General of Mexico in Phoenix, with responsibility for Mexican consular affairs in Phoenix, Tucson, Yuma and Las Vegas. The event is free. Lunch will be available for $10. RSVP for attendance and lunch is suggested, but not required. While created for adults high
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A group of 43 from Anthem took a bus to the P.F. Chang’s Rock ‘n’ Roll Marathon Saturday. The group ran in the marathon to raise funds for Water For Our World, which builds wells around the world to provide clean drinking water to the less fortunate.
She also finished in a time of 4 hours and 58 minutes. Daly is still fundraising, explaining that she kept a running diary sharing details about her life on her facebook page and said she hopes to continue to raise funds until the group’s goal
of $9,000 is accomplished. Once installed, the drinking well will serve more than 11,300 people who right now are not able to access a safe cup of water to drink. In addition to providing lifesaving clean water, having the well close by will also mean that many
women and children will have extra hours in their day to do things like attend school and spend more time with their families. For information on waterforourworld.com. Donations to the well also can be made on the site.
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community events Continued from page 9 also is open to the general public. There is no cost to attend the meetings. Utilizing skills taught at ACPA meeting will allow members to become actively involved in their own recovery. The support members receive at group meeting will enable them to continue to make progress. ACPA groups are meant to offer a support system to members, as well as teach skills which will enable members to cope with the day-to-day situations. For information contact Jerry Abrahamson at 602-741-8992 or acpa@abrahamson.us. PERFORMANCES MTA performs Peter Pan Musical Theatre of Anthem (MTA) announces performances for Peter Pan, at 7 p.m. Friday and Saturday at Boulder Creek High School’s Performing Arts Center. The show includes a cast of almost 100 children and adults, many of whom have received distinguished awards for their talents. Boulder Creek High School’s Performing Arts Center is located at 40404 N. Gavilan Peak Parkway in Anthem. Tickets prices are $18 for adults and $15 for students, seniors, and children 12 and under. For tickets go to musicaltheatreofanthem.org.
MTA begins preparations for Honk! Jr. Musical Theatre of Anthem announces auditions for Honk! Jr. at 11 a.m. both Feb. 12-13 at the Caepe School. Honk Jr. is a contemporary retelling of Hans Christian Andersen’s classic story, “The Ugly Duckling”. Come join MTA on the farm where this story will remind the audience to be proud of themselves and not to judge a book by its cover. This show will feature Jr. MTA Performers (ages 6-14) and MTA will cast all who audition. Auditions, callbacks, and rehearsals will take place at The Caepe School, 42212 North 41st Drive in Anthem. Those auditioning should bring a musical theatre song, 16-32 bars or one minute in length. They also need to bring an accompaniment CD or tape to sing with; or be ready to sing acapella. Registration materials, available on the website at musicaltheaterofanthem.org, should be completed prior to coming to the audition. Performances will be at 7 p.m. April 14 and 16 and at 3 p.m. April 16 and 17 at Boulder Creek High School’s Performing Arts Center (Main Auditorium), located at 40404 N. Gavilan Peak Pkwy, in Anthem. BENEFIT Harold’s host Pasta for Paws in support
of rescue Pasta for Paws in support of the Foothills Animal Rescue is set for 6 -9 p.m. Thursday at Harold’s in Cave Creek. Tickets for the event, which will include pasta and live music are $20 in advance or $25 at the door. The can be purchased at the shelter’s resale shop, at 23030 N. Pima Road in Scottsdale, or at Harold’s in Cave Creek. Silent auction items are also be accepted for the fundraiser as well as gift cards for balloon pops. Contact Jo Powell or Laura Jones at 480-5855777 for donation details. Dinner, performance aids MTA Musical Theatre of Anthem (MTA) will have a fundraising Gala at 6:30 p.m. Feb. 7 the Anthem Ironwood Country Club. The evening will start with an Act I Cabaret of Italian-themed music performed by adult musical theater professionals. Next will be a three-course Italian dinner from the culinary staff at the Anthem Ironwood Country Club. There will also be a full no-host
bar. Following dinner will be a live auction for items including a new, Panasonic Viera 42” LCD HD Television. The night will conclude with an Act II performance of A Night in the Piazza. Set in a dinner theater-style, MTA Performers will perform songs from the show, “The Light in the Piazza.” The inspirational love story stars multiple awardwinning actor and actress, Sterling Liska and Rachael Killeen. Rounding out the Piazza Cast is valley professional, Brian Sweis and MTA’s Producing Artistic Director, Jackie Hammond. Dr. Jeffrey Kennedy on the piano will accompany the vocalists of the evening. Kennedy has worked in Musical Theater as a director, performer, and music director for almost three decades. Tickets are $60 for general admission, $55 for seniors and students, and $45 for children. Tickets can be purchased at musicaltheatreofanthem.org. Anthem restaurant gives lift to local school The Diamond Canyon PTSA
hosts “Restaurant Day” at Barros Pizza in Anthem on Tuesday. Anybody mentioning that they are with Diamond Canyon that day will have 20 percent of the proceeds from their order go to Diamond Canyon School. Offer applies to dine-in and takeout orders only. The Barros in Anthem is located at 41111 N. Daisy Mountain Road. Dog rescue hosts charity yard sale Arizona Labrador and Giant Breed Rescue will have a charity yard sale featuring home-made bake goods by the ALGBR Barkin’ Bakers beginning at 7 a.m. Saturday at 16001 North 40th Place in Phoenix. ALGBR is an all volunteer, non-profit organization that is dedicated to re-homing Labradors, great danes, mastiffs, and other giant breeds. All proceeds will go to helping save the lives rescue dogs. For information about the rescue go to azlabsandgiants.org. community events continued on page 14
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community events Continued from page 9 VOLUNTEERING Pioneer clean up day upcoming Pioneer Living History Museum is having a clean up day from 8 a.m. – noon on Saturday. Those interested in helping are encouraged to bring hats, gloves, shovels,
hoes, rakes, buckets, sponges, brooms, trimmers, clippers and any other items they might have. Names should be written on tools so as to avoid confusion. Water will be provided along with pizza for all volunteers. For information call 623465-1052 or go to pioneeraz.org. Musicfest seeks help
during concert season Arizona Musicfest is looking for volunteers to provide assistance in a number of different areas to help in presenting the annual winter music festival with nationally-acclaimed guest artists of the classical, Broadway, and jazz worlds, and its very own Festival Orchestra and Chorus. Arizona Musicfest also provides performance opportunities for promising young musicians, lively family concerts, and supports a daily music program, “Musicfest Minutes,” for elementary school students in six school districts including the Cave Creek and Deer Valley Unified School Districts. Volunteers gather for “Breakfast at Musicfest,” at 9 a.m. the first Wednesday of every month, in the Community Room at the Harris Trust Bank. For information call volunteer chairperson Fran osenthal at 480-488-0806. HIKING Cave Creek Park has multitude of hiking opportunities Cave Creek Regional Park has a variety of hikes and other activities available to the public throughout the month of January. Listed below are some of the events available for the remainder of the month. For a complete listing go to www.maricopa. gov/parks/cavecreek. Thursday: From 9 - 10:30 a.m. an easy 1.5 mile hike over portions of the Overton and Slate trails leaving from the Nature Center. Along the way hikers will be offered
tips on general fitness and hiking gear. Those interested are encouraged to bring plenty of water and wear sturdy shoes. Friday: At 4 p.m. a discussion of basic desert survival techniques will discuss, hydration, “staying found”, orienting and venomous creatures. The meeting will take place at the Nature Center. Saturday: At 10 a.m. a class about arachnids will be offered in the Nature Center. Scorpions and tarantulas will be fed during the class. Saturday: Tiny Tumbleweed Treks, classes geared toward children, will offer a class about bats at 2 p.m. in the Nature Center After a short lesson indoors the participants will hit the trail in search of bats. Spur Cross hosts variety of hikes Spur Cross Ranch Conservation Area hosts a variety of hikes each month. For a complete listing of hiking and walking opportunities visit maricopa.gov/parks. Listed below are some of the hikes scheduled in January. Those interested in participating are encouraged to wear closedtoe shoes or boots and long pants, use a walking stick and bring plenty of drinking water. Those participating on evening hikes should bring flashlights. Hikes are $3 per person for adults that don’t have a Spur Cross Ranch Conservation Area Pass. Bring exact change. Children under 16 are free. Friday: At 9 a.m. an easy hike will take newcomers to Arizona along the Metate Trail. A 2-mile hike will follow an introductory question and answer session about the desert. Those interested should bring water Saturday: At 9 a.m. a strenouous, 7-mile five hour hike will take adventurers to Elephant Mounain Fortress. The hike is noted as one of the premiere archaelogical sites on the conservation area. Participants need to be in good condition and familiar with what hiking on primitive trails for significant distance entails. Participants must bring at least one liter of water. Participants are encouraged to dress in layers and wear a hat. No dogs are allowed on the hike. Sunday: At 9 a.m. a moderate hike exploring the area’s desert washes will focus on Cottonwood Wash, a major tributary of Cave Creek. Along the way participants will discuss the desert washes and mesas and how the ecosystems differ. Long pants and sturdy shoes are recommended.
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Community turns out for Carefree Fine Arts Festival STAFF REPORT
The 18th annual Carefree Fine Arts and Wine Festival brought art aficionados to downtown Carefree Friday – Sunday. In addition to more than 175 artists on display the show included live entertainment as well as a wine-tasting event.
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The Carefree Fine Arts and Wine Festival took place Friday - Sunday in downtown Carefree. The event also included live music and wine tasting.
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Housing market remains mess Coming attraction 2011 – Part 2 Last week’s article spoke of the issues I see in the broader economy that continue to worry me. We talked about how despite the often-heard rhetoric that the recession is over and we are headed towards a V-shaped recovery, I believe we are actually still in the middle of the crisis with no true signs of long-term improvement. This week, like last week and like so many times before, I will again tell you that I truly wish I could paint a brighter picture of the economy and the housing market, but the facts on the ground will not let me do that – at least not yet. As previously communicated, we will get out of this mess one day. However, I cannot sit here and tell you that
I see anything resembling a true recovery (for the common folk) anytime soon. So, in part two I want to tackle some housing numbers, which are still scary. We will cover this subject in much more detail in the coming weeks and months, but suffice to say regardless of what lies ahead in the overall economy, the current state of the residential real estate market can hardly be labeled as a recovery. By all accounts - it remains on life support. Obviously, the ongoing real estate slump will continue to be a severe drag on the economy and financial sector for many more years. As I have mentioned on many occasions, the short-lived boost in home sales, sparked by the homebuyer tax credit last year would not be self-sustaining, but instead would create a serious void in buying once the “free money” was removed from the system resulting in renewed downward pressure on both home sales and prices. As I have repeatedly predicted, home sales would suffer once the homebuyer tax credit expired in April of 2010. True to form, prices have headed south ever since the expiration of the foolish tax credit. And, surprising no one, (but the talking heads), total home sales remain almost 30 percent below the level seen before the end of the tax credit. Making the problem worse, is the fact that according to the Mortgage Banker’s Association National Delinquency Survey, the total delinquency for all mortgages is at a dreadful 14 percent. Plus, there are approximately 2.5 million homes in foreclosure and 2.4 million that are 90 days past due. That is nearly 5 million homes that could flood the marketplace in the next year or two. Moreover, across the county, the home-price plunge has left 23 percent of borrowers (out of 53.5 million) underwater – Of course, here in Phoenix that number is closer to 60 percent. Adding to the problem, some analysts estimate Shadow Inventory (homes the banks
have foreclosed on, but have not listed) to be at 2.1 million homes (nationally), but others think it is closer to 5 or even 6 million. Add that to the 4.5 million homes listed for sale nationally and simple math tells us that we could have a supply of 10 million homes that could find their way to the market. Locally we currently have approximately 43,000 active listings (including short sales with offers). Additionally it is estimated there are 40,000 homes that have a notice of trustee sale on them. This means that sometime over the course of the next 90 days, those homes could be sold at a trustee sale. Of course, not all of them will go into foreclosure, as some are short sales, but short sales represents a mere 30 percent of the total homes with a foreclosure notice. Some of the trustee sales are homeowners trying to get a loan mod, but if the national numbers hold true then most of those will fail. Sadly, most of the 40,000 trustee sales are doomed for foreclosure, but even if we assume that only half of these end up in foreclosure, that brings our inventory to 63,000. This number is incredibly daunting, but it gets even scarier when we factor in the shadow inventory (as described above). This number is estimated to be as high as 50,000 in Phoenix. Magnifying the issue is the fact that there are many thousands of homeowners throughout the valley who do not have a trustee sale despite not making payments on their home –some for many months – some for years. Even more unsettling is that last year there were more than 3 million foreclosure notices to go out to homeowners across the country resulting in more than 1 million foreclosed homes (a new all time high). That number was achieved despite most banks halting foreclosure proceedings in October of 2010 due to the foreclosure fiasco. Now, as those same banks are reviving up the “machine” again, I expect the first 6 months of 2011 to be pretty ugly as B of A and others make up for lost time. real estate for real people continued on page 17
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pet of the week
PUDDLES Hi, my name is Puddles and I’m almost 6 years old. I got the name Puddles because when I was just a little puppy, I liked to put my paws in my water bowl and make puddles. I am a very well behaved girl and love to give my people kisses. I also like to
cuddle on the couch and on the bed. I stay here with three other dogs and they like to play a lot. I like to play too and we go out and run to see who can fetch the ball first. My foster mom trusts me inside the house because I’m housebroken and not destructive. At the end of the day, all of us go out for a walk. My foster dad says I’m not too bad on a leash. When we’re done for the day, I sleep right on my doggie bed and never make a peep. I may be past the puppy stage, but I still am very active and am a big puppy at heart. If you would like more information on Puddles or other dogs in need of loving homes, please contact Arizona Labrador & Giant Breed Rescue at www.azlabsandgiants.org. Puddles’ adoption fee covers the cost of her spay, vet check, heartworm test, microchip, 5 in 1 vaccination, Rabies and Bordatella vaccination. We are also desperately seeking foster homes, so please stop by our website to find out how you can help save a lab!
real estate for real people Continued from page 16 I also expect there will be more homeowners who recognize that all the king’s horses and all the king’s men cannot put humpty dumpty back together again. As more homeowners recognize the realities of the market, more of them will throw in the towel deciding to short sale their home or simply walk away. Meanwhile, all indicators continue to show less buying and if mortgage rates continue to rise and no real progress is made in the jobbing sector, then expect buying to continue to slow. With more supply coming to the market coupled with less demand, I just do not see a foundation for a bottom – at least not yet. So what about buying a home – should someone buy right now? Well, despite the continued issues in the market, there are some buying opportunities. But, buyers must be buying for the right reasons, they must be able to afford what they are buying, they must buy correctly and most importantly, they must be realistic that there is a very real prospect that prices could continue to fall. While I do not think they will fall another 50 percent, I do think about 10-15 percent reduction could easily happen. In fact, in some segments of the market I have watched prices fall 15 percent and more just in the last 6 months. And, for those that bought or re-fied their homes from 2003 to 2009 (notice those dates are getting extended), there is going to be a very long wait until prices are equivalent to peak values. In fact, Celia Chen, a housing market analyst for Moody’s Analytics just released a widely published report stating that in Phoenix, home prices won’t return to
their pre-recession peak until 2034. That is 23 years. Of course, the problem is not just here in Phoenix, it is all over. The report suggests that Las Vegas, which now has 1 in every 11 homes in some stage of foreclosure will not recover until 2032; and places like Salinas, Calif., and Naples, Fla., won’t come back until sometime around 2038. Keep in mind that I am just touching the surface of what is happening in the economy and in real estate. In the end, you have to make decisions for yourself, but I believe that in order to make a correct decision, you have to work with accurate data. As pointed out earlier, many of the cheerleaders today were telling us that all was well in 2006. The same clowns that never saw the problem are now telling us that everything is going to be fine. Well, I am not listening and I suggest that you seek more knowledge about what is really happening in the world around you. So as we head into another year, keep in mind that eventually, things will get better, but now might not be the time to get complacent. Instead, perhaps you would be better served by being diligent with your money, arming yourself with accurate information, and taking steps to protect your financial future, all the while remaining mindful of the fact that you are bigger than any problem that comes your way. Robert Holt, CDPE,SFR of The [HOLT] Group, RE/MAX Sonoran Hills. For info or access to archived articles, please visit www.TheHoltGroupAZ.com or call 623-7489583 and tell us your thoughts.
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Military veteran doesn’t understand lack of respect for guns Please Tell Me Why ... It probably had something to do with the countless hours involuntarily spent assembling, disassembling and cleaning my M-1 rifle, and in seeing up-close the damage semi-automatic weapons can inflict, but I have never thought of guns as anything other than brutally efficient tools for crippling and killing human beings. Catcher’s mitts and basketballs and skis are sporting goods. Guns are not sporting goods. Guns are instruments of death and destruction. This point-ofview could explain why in the nearly half century since leaving the Marine Corps, I have never picked up a firearm. But the shootings in Arizona that left six people dead and another 14, including Rep. Gabby Giffords, clinging to life, raises questions that demand both our attention and our thoughts. In Arizona, in order to cut toenails and fingernails, and to shampoo another person’s hair for profit, you must first undergo a background check and obtain a license from the State Board of Cosmetology. To operate as a massage therapist in Arizona, you must, by state law, have had a minimum of 500 hours of instruction from a school recognized by the secretary of the Department of Education. Before you can legally qualify as a pest-control applicator, you
must undergo and pass a statemandated background check. Arizona requires a state license to sell minnows or other live bait. The Arizona Board of Athletic Training will decide whether you are qualified to be an athletic trainer. If your life’s ambition is to intern as a cremationist, you must win the approval of the Arizona Board of Funeral Directors and Embalmers. Hope to become an Aquatic Animal Processor, cleaning aquatic animals? Not until the Arizona Department of Agriculture approves and licenses your application. It’s entirely possible that all of this licensing and permits and paperwork are needed to protect the public health and safety of the good people of Arizona. But please tell me why to buy a Glock 9 mm pistol, modified with a high-capacity magazine to fire 31 rounds, Jared Lee Loughner, an obviously troubled and alienated young man, had to undergo no background check at all. Citizens are required to pass a test and background check in order to get a driver’s license but not to purchase a weapon of literally mass individual destruction. Please, somebody, tell me why — and don’t start reciting the Second Amendment. Just as the First Amendment with the guarantee of freedom of speech does not prohibit enforceable statutes outlawing perjury and libel, the Second Amendment
keeps machine guns and grenade launchers out of private hands. All that is lacking is political courage, good sense and a genuine concern for public safety. One brighter note from the Arizona tragedy was pointed out to me by my friend Alan Ginsburg. He noted that on Saturday a Catholic white federal judge, John Roll, a Republican, was killed while on his way from Mass to greet his friend, Gabby Giffords, a 40-year-old Democrat who is Jewish and who, as of this writing, is fighting her way back. Her life was undoubtedly saved by Daniel Hernandez, 20, who is Mexican-American and a member of the Tucson Commission on Gay, Lesbian, Bisexual and Transgender issues — and who, upon hearing the first shots, ran toward the gunfire and Giffords, not away. The chief of trauma at Arizona University Medical Center, whose professionalism helped put Giffords in surgery just 38 minutes after she was hit, was Korean-American Dr. Peter Rhee, who faced worse as a combat surgeon in Iraq and Afghanistan. Then our nation was comforted by an AfricanAmerican chief executive. It is truly, if sadly, a uniquely American story. To find out more about Mark Shields and read his past columns, visit the Creators Syndicate web page at www.creators.com.
Military supporter responds to anti-memorial resident I have just read Mr. Kong Fu’s letter to the editor concerning the Anthem Veterans Memorial and to say the least I am distressed that there are folks like him living in Anthem. First of all I suspect that Mr. Fu is using an alias since there is no one listed in the Phoenix White Pages under that name. That speaks a great deal about Mr. Fu in that he is only interested in criticizing anonymously. Secondly, Mr. Fu should take the time to consult with knowledgeable people to
insure that his facts are correct. As I understand it the total price of the memorial will be paid by the sales of bricks and donations from various corporations. The potential use of Enhancement Funds was to insure that the project is completed by Nov. 11, 2011. If Enhancement Funds are used they would be on a loan basis only and would be repaid in full. As far as maintenance of the memorial is concerned I am willing to make the memorial the beneficiary of a Charitable Remainder Trust.
There are sufficient funds in that trust to maintain the memorial for the forseable future so none of Mr. Fu’s, nor the Council’s, funds would ever be needed. So it all boils down to this, on what basis does Mr. Fu think that he should be the one to direct where we, as individuals, want to donate our money? I resent both his attack on “military types” and lack of humility. Lou Prentiss Anthem
January 19, 2011
Cave Creek resident calls on Christians to voice opinions Good for you, Rebecca Curtis (Dec. 29, 2010), that you took the time to write about your opposition to tax dollars supporting abortion providers. We have become complacent as Christians who don’t take the time to let our opinions be known or our convictions become public. We have taken the Christ out of Christ-mas, replacing it with an X (x-mas). We no longer call the winter school break a Christmas break. Schools have a holiday program, no prayers, and no mention of God. We live in a nation founded “under God”. 2011 should be a changing year
for each of us. We’re Americans living in a country that has the ability to be great again. Let’s agree that if it’s pertaining to America, it pertains to you and me. Stand up and speak out. It’s your God-given right. Please find your voice by signing the petition at StopAbortionFunding.com. May this just be the beginning of Americans expressing themselves once again. At a time when Americans are facing some of the most changing and challenging times of a lifetime, re-claim your assertiveness and don’t complain if you don’t get involved. Kay Ver tes Cave Creek
New River residents hope road is not changed We are responding to your article in the Foothills Focus in the Dec. 22 edition to share our thoughts. We would not like to see changes to New River Road. Widening it will just bring more traffic, which will lead to more chance of accidents. We believe taking out the curves will heighten speed which adds to the danger. But if changes must be made, then we would
hope it would just be to the one area of concern where the most accidents have occurred. But do remember: the majority of those accidents were due to speed and/or alcohol. Perhaps bigger and better signage at that curve is all that’s needed. Brian and Cheryl Hicks New River
Non-profit thanks community for support Dear Foothills Focus is what drives the 100 Club and helps us to continue and Community, I want to thank you for our mission of supporting your tremendous support the men and women behind and participation during the badge. The 100 Club the holiday season, and would not be able to exist for stopping by to view the without encouragement and Christmas Wonderland Light assistance from communities Arizona. Show hosted by Barb and Mike throughout Mulvenna in Desert Hills. Communities like yours. Thank you again, for This Light Show was put on in memory of Phoenix Police your support in this worthy Officer Brian Howe, who event. We hope that you will passed away in 2008. With remember the 100 Club in the the help of the Mulvenna’s future, and make sure to stop and the community, this by the Mulvenna Light Show year’s Light Show raised again next holiday season! Sharon Knutson-Felix nearly $1,900 for the 100 Executive Director 100 Club Club of Arizona to provide assistance to the families of Arizona of public safety statewide. Support from the public
The Foothills Focus encourages submissions from the public for the editorial page. Respond to the columnists, fellow letter writers, or let us know about something all together different making an impact in your community. Submissions should be kept to less than 400 words. Send letters to ffeditorial@hotmail.com. If e-mail is unavailable fax submissions to 623-465-1363 or send them by mail to 46641 N Black Canyon Hwy, New River, AZ 85087. Include your name, your city and a phone number where you can be reached.
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wells & pumps
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classifieds
Please visit our website at www.thefoothillsfocus.com to place your classified. Rate for classifieds are $.50 per word and must be prepaid. Deadline for classifieds is Wed. at 5pm for the following Wed. issue. Classifieds may also be faxed to 623-465-1363. Please note that no classifieds are accepted over the phone.
Notices MILITARY VEHICLE SHOW & SWAP MEET, Jan 22-23, 8am-4pm, Arizona National Guard, 52nd St & McDowell, Phoenix, surplus, collectibles and trucks for sale, Parking $5 donation, Jerry 480497-9722, www.armytrucks.org BIGBUGTOURS.COM * 928-308-1411* Basic Obedience Class: 7pm. This 6 week course will focus on basics: Come, Sit, Down, Stay, Wait, Leave It, How to walk on a leash without pulling, Proper Etiquette for meeting & working around other dogs & people. Goal is to improve your working relationship with your dog and establish the foundation needed for effective dog training. $15 a class. Arline 623-465-7397 Carefree Hwy & I-17. Private classes available. Adoptions ARE YOU PREGNANT? Considering adoption? A childless, loving, committed couple seeks to adopt. Home filled with love, laughter & financial security. Expenses paid. Gil & Dave 1-888-580-ADOPT(2367). (AzCAN) ADOPT: Loving couple wishes to adopt a newborn baby into a home filled with happiness, security, and endless love. Expenses paid. Call Jackie & Bill 1-800437-5680. (AzCAN) Adult Care TLC European mother/daughter team looking for 24/7 job caring for your loved one. Licensed CNA;15 years experience; excellent references. 623-606-7036 Wildflower Senior Assisted Home,LLC is a boutique level residential care home catering to “LADIES ONLY” Located in N.Phx (85085) in the beautiful Sonoran Foothills just south of Carefree Highway & east of I-17. Wildflower is owned & managed by an RN who is on site. Please visit our website @ www. WildflowerSeniorAssistedHome.com or call Karen @ 602-697-8220 Appliances Roper Washer & Dryer. Hardly used. $350 obo. 602-881-2324 ATV/Cycle/Etc 2003 Yamaha 100 V-twin Custom. 15K miles. Customized – many extras. Must see. $7900 obo. 602-750-5047 1960 to 1976 Enduro or dirt bike wanted by private party. Must be complete 50cc to 500cc. Will look at all, running or not. 480-518-4023 Autos 07 FORD FOCUS SE ALL OPTIONS 93K $4700 602-710-9977 OR 480-502-4479 1979 Jeep CJ7 Clean, Rebuilt, call for more details $4500 firm 623-374-9888
1964 to 1972 classic sports car, muscle car wanted by private party running or not. 480-518-4023 Business Opportunities DO YOU EARN $800 in a day? Your own local candy route! 25 machines and candy all for $9995. 877-915-8222. All major credit cards accepted! (AzCAN) Financial Services
CREDIT CARD RELIEF FREE CONSULTATION. Save thousands of dollars. OUT OF DEBT IN MONTHS! AVOID BANKRUPTCY! CREDIT CARD RELIEF. NOT a high-priced consolidation company or a consumer credit counseling program. Call CREDIT CARD RELIEF 866-475-5959. FREE CONSULTATION. Firewood GETTIN COLD OUTSIDE? GET WOOD. FOR ALL YOUR NEEDS HAPPY ENDING FIREWOOD CALL 4 ORDERS 623-374-0852 Cave Creek Firewood.com has Camping or Cooking wood. We have Oak, Pecan, Mesquite, Juniper, or Pine for a lower price. We Deliver. 602-228-4311 Help Wanted A WHITE GLOVE CLEANING CO. PARTTIME, DETAIL ORIENTED. XPORTATION REQUIRED. $9.00 AN HOUR MESSAGE 623-516-0139 Exciting opportunity to re-shape the auto retail industry. Start-up co. is seeking someone who likes to negotiate, is knowledgeable about vehicle pricing, energetic and people orientated. Email johannam@q.com to set up interview. Seeking Passionate Part-Time Caregivers and Companions. MUST be able to drive and have reliable transportation. Experience with Seniors desirable. APPLY IN PERSON: CAREFREE HOMECARE COMPANION SERVICE 7600 E. Redfield Rd., Ste. 185 Scottsdale, AZ 85260
Drivers-Teams: Werner Enterprises Team Sign-On Bonus Extra 3cpm on ALL dispatched miles for first 6mos could mean between $3500.00 to $4000.00!1888-567-3101 Hair Stations Available. Rental Only. Contact Brandy at Magnolias. 623-465-2999 ADVERTISE YOUR JOB Opening in 90 AZ newspapers. Reach over 1 million readers for ONLY $330! Call this newspaper or visit: www.classifiedarizona.com. (AzCAN) Instruction AIRLINES ARE HIRING - Train for high paying Aviation Career. FAA approved program. Financial aid if qualified - Job placement assistance. CALL, Aviation Institute of Maintenance 866-314-5370. Livestock & Supplies HORSE BOARDING/TRAINING LESSONS. If you are looking for a ranch that truly cares for the well being of your horse look no further! We offer full care with all amenities. Feed, fly spray system, auto waterers, bedding, turn-out all included in $300 board. Horse & rider friendly atmosphere. Arena plus trails. www.twobithorseco.com 602-810-7772 Saddle & Tack Repairs. English & Western. I back all my work, 23yrs exp. Same location for 18yrs. Buy – Sell – Trade. Circle Mtn. & 18th St. 623-465-7286 Blue-Papered Foxtrotter Mare, 10 yrs., 15.3 H. Great disposition, smooth ride, excellent trail horse. Chestnut w/flaxen mane. $2500. Call Wolf @ 623-512-8235 LUV SHACK RANCH RESCUE is a 501(c)3 non profit organization. We rehabilitate and adopt out local horses that have been abused, neglected or rescued from slaughter. We are in need of donations and sponsors to help with feed and vet care. Volunteer opportunities are also available. For further info, please call 602-400-0826. ADOPT HORSES rescued from slaughter! Rehabilitated & ready for families. Volunteer,donate or sponsor also! Dreamchaser Rescue an accredited American Sanctuary and a 501c(3) registered charity is in need of donations. Funds, tack, supplies or just your time. Also looking for special people to sponsor our sanctuary mares. These mares will live out their lives here at the ranch. Also have several horses available for adoption. Now offering riding lessons & trail rides to feed the horses” 623-910-6530 www.dreamchaserhorserescue.org or email susan@dunrovinranch.com MISC.
Love Seat
Like New Light Brown Micro Fiber 60” Love Seat
Paid $799
Moving Must Sell $300
Like New Pillow Top! Queen Mattress Set
$200
623-326-9015 Womens Clothing sixes 8 & 10. Nothing over $20. Womens shoes size 8. $2. Excellent cond. 480-234-0541 Roll up door for shop. 6ft, all hardware. $125. 623-742-0369/602-214-5692 Pool table made by Dynamo,bar table,all accessories included. excellent shape.$750. 623-742-0369/602-214-5692 Misc Wanted Wanted: Corrugated Steel panels (approx 2ft x 7ft), and old steel shed. Will pick up. Call cell 1-847-738-1194 Free Clean fill dirt wanted, near New River & Circle Mtn Roads. Some rocks OK 847-738-1194 Wanted: Old/New Guns, anvils, wagon wheels, Antique safes, Guitars, Old Spurs. Cash Paid. 623-742-0369/602-214-5692 Wanted to buy. US Silver coins 1964 & earlier. $10 x face value. 623-465-9872 Big Screen TVs, as is, 41”-100” HD TV’s, Statewide pick up. Quick response. Bob 602-271-4461 GUITAR WANTED! Local musician will pay up to $12,500 for pre-1975 Gibson, Fender, Martin, Rickenbaker and Gretsch guitars. Fender amplifiers also. Call toll free! 1-800-995-1217. (AzCAN) Services Offered 2011 Still Upside Down? We Can help. Success with short sales since 2007. Short Sale Masters AZ The Young Group HS 602-284-5435 www. younggroupaz.com
I will clean your home. 14yrs local experience. $12 hour your supplies. Good References. 623-434-8125 1 DOG BOARDING 623-516-0139 LEGAL SERVICES Document Preparation, TRAMONTO office 623-5510136 www.anthemlegal.com Lynn & Roy’s Helping Hands. To help move, haul or just shuffle your stuff. 928-899-0977 Pets & Supplies Rattlesnake proof your dog now. Snake proofing for all breeds of dogs. New River location. 480-215-1776 www. vipervoidance.com AKC Lab pups. 3 chocolate males. will be ready for their new homes on 1/15. with first set of shots and paper work. parents on sight. for pics. or more info please call Jennifer @ 602-291-8902 Basic Obedience Class: 7pm. This 6 week course will focus on basics: Come, Sit, Down, Stay, Wait, Leave It, How to walk on a leash without pulling, Proper Etiquette for meeting & working around other dogs & people. Goal is to improve your working relationship with your dog and establish the foundation needed for effective dog training. $10 a class. Arline 623-465-7397 Carefree Hwy & I-17. Private classes available. REMEMBER TO ADOPT!<< Maricopa County Animal Care and Control 602506-PETS. www.pets.maricopa.gov Sheltie & Collie rescue have beautiful dogs for adoption. 480-488-5711 SundustSDA@aol.com
Top Dollar
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WELD AND REPAIR SERVICES. On Site welding,Oil,Black,Galvanized Pipe Fencing,Arenas,Stalls,Corrals,Mare Motels,Shades,Gates,Custom Barns Etc. FULL MOBILE SERVICE 602-821-7167 www.weldandrepairservices.com I will clean your home. Over 20 years experience. Anthem area. References. Call for information. 623-297-9123 Janelle’s Cleaning Service. Residential Cleaning, Office Cleaning, Window Cleaning, Carpet Cleaning. Licensed & Insured Family Owned JCSClean.com 602-312-6242
real estate Commercial Property For Rent: 1100sqft Building, C-2, Office, Retail, Plant Nursery. Between Anthem and New River exits, east side frontage road. For info call Shannon at 602-629-1000 Medical Space for lease at 60th Street and Carefree Highway. Beautiful building with an affordable lease rate and immediate availability. Contact Marina Hammersmith at Ensemble DevMan of Arizona, 602-954-8414. Manufactured Homes FACTORY DIRECT WHOLESALE! New doublewides. Upgrades galore! 28x40,
$36,995; 28x48, $41,995; 28x56, $47,995; FREE 50” PLASMA TV WITH PURCHASE! Home Outlet 1-800-493-2221. www. thehomeoutletaz.com. (AzCAN) Rentals RV SPACE--YOUR RV/PARK MODEL. NICE, CLEAN PARK. TREES. INCLUDES WIFI--STORAGE SHED. 55+. APPROVED PET OK. LAUNDRY. BLACK CANYON CITY. PHOTOS-GreenNLush.com. 623-374-9123 2bd, 1ba mobile. Lovely half acre. Responsible only. BCC 623-374-9276
PARK MODEL in Oasis/Black Canyon City 55+ GATED w/amenities. Gorgeous inside & out; corner lot just $36,000. Also, park model lots (apprx 60x100) w/guaranteed LOW rent. 623-826-4001/Owner Airstream Trailer, West Cave Creek. Suitable for one person, covered porch, fenced, private, secure, $400 mo. includes utilities. 480-326-2480 Tired of Searching for just the right rental? Call Jo at Coldwell Banker Daisy Mtn Re for one on one service at no cost to you.480-326-8825
Real Estate Gorgeous Sante Fe style mfgd home approx 1600 sf 3BR/2BA. 55+ GATED com w/resort amenities/Black Canyon City. New SS-appl pkg +SO much more. $79,900 w/guaranteed LOW month lot rent 623-826-4001/Owner Cave Creek House for Sale on the Creek. 2800sqft home plus 1200sqft guest house on 2.5 acres. Cathedral ceilings, Satillo tile & fireplace. 2 master suites, very private, beautiful views. $449,000 obo. 480-488-4237
ADVERTISE YOUR HOME, property or business for sale in 91 AZ newspapers. Reach over 1 million readers for ONLY $330! Call this newspaper or visit: www.classifiedarizona.com. Land For Sale EVERTHING MUST GO! $1,000 an acre. Priced less than the developer paid. 90 minutes north of Phoenix. 36 acres with electric, reduced to $36,000. Private, peaceful setting, breathtaking mountain views, abundant wildlife. Financing available. Saddle Creek Ranch by AZLR 888-690-8267. (AzCAN)
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The Holt Group would like to thank all those who entrusted us to help them navigate this market –
Real Estate for Real People.
It has been a pleasure to work with you. I appreciate your hard work and professionalism.
Thank you for publishing your insights and putting it all in perspective.
Thank you both for all your help to get us through this short sale. We appreciate all your effort and assistance.
THANK YOU for your articles that are published in our local paper! You are speaking the truth!
We applaud the professional manner in which you handled this nightmare called a short sale…
It has been quite a journey and you have been great! I for sure would have not been able to do any of this without you! If you need any referrals count me in!
Thank you, thank you, thank you! You both were so helpful throughout this whole process. We truly appreciate everything you did. You and Christina were awesome – Thank you both for your efforts on our behalf. Your help made a painful process more tolerable.
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Thank you both, VERY much. We have appreciated your professionalism throughout this ridiculous process. This is one chapter we are happy to close!
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I can’t believe this short sale got done – you are both amazing - thank you so much for all of your hard work and supporting me through this process Thank you for assisting us through the surreal short sale & BOA odyssey – we appreciate you more than you will ever know. My experience from the beginning with both you and Christina, has been beyond expectations. Thanks again. Thank you so much!!!.. you guys are great. To be out from that house is a huge relief for us even though we loved it. Michelle and I want to thank you for all your help with selling our home. It was probably a lot tougher than we all thought and we appreciate you seeing it through. We really appreciated the great job you and Christina did for us. You will never really know how much you two have helped.
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