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July 2, 2014 • Vol. 12, No.33
Postal Patron Cave Creek
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• Anthem
• Black Canyon City
CSHS burglarized; suspects sought
• Carefree
• Cave Creek
• Desert Hills
• New River
• North Phoenix
Developer makes good-neighbor commitment Gas station getting design changes per community feedback
Scottsdale PD is seeking the suspects pictured here.
CAVE CREEK – Cactus Shadows High School was broken into early on the morning of June 17. Two suspects burglarized the Cave Creek high school. Their faces were captured on the school’s surveillance camera, and the Scottsdale Police Department is seeking the suspects. “On June 17, 2014 at 2319 hours, the offenders forced entry into Cactus Shadows High School,” said Officer David Pubins of the Scottsdale Police Department. “While inside, they stole clothing items from the bookstore. They caused damage inside of the school to glass and drywall,” noted Pubins. At this time, police do not have a description of the suspects’ vehicle. They are asking for the community’s help in locating the two burglars. “Our detectives are following up on leads, and people should call (480) 312-5000 or (480) 312TIPS if they would like to remain anonymous,” Pubins requested.
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Elizabeth Medora
NEW RIVER – Gas station or truck stop? That’s been one of the debates over the proposed development at New River Road and I-17. Now, the developer is changing the design of the station to better manage parking and loitering issues. County development officials and developer Marvin Rose’s representative were present at a June 25 meeting at the Daisy Mountain Fire Station #141 to discuss the gas station. William Lally, counsel for the developer of the gas station, presented design changes that were directly influenced by the community’s feedback. “When we first came out here, the owner and I said it’s a gas station. But we heard you: it felt and looked like a truck stop,” Lally noted. Lally listed some of the issues
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Fire damages Anthem veteran training for Warrior Games ANTHEM – Sergeant First New River Class Betty Lehman isn’t letting getting injured in the service home slow her down. During her time in the Army,
NEW RIVER – A fast-moving blaze caused serious damage to a New River home this past weekend, but no one was hurt. On June 29, about 4 p.m., a house fire at Circle Mountain Road and 10th Street was reported. The Daisy Mountain Fire Department responded with multiple vehicles. “The initial arriving crew reported a fully involved garage fire that quickly spread to the rest of the structure,” noted Captain Dave Wilson, Public Information Officer for the DMFD. “Crews were able to extinguish the fire, but unfortunately there was extensive damage to the home. No injuries were reported,” added Wilson. The cause of the fire is currently under investigation. The north valley’s fire danger rating is currently listed as very high. Residents are encouraged to be exceptionally caref ul about accidentally setting fires or using f lammable materials. To request more information on how to fire-proof homes, email fire.marshal@dmfd.org.
Lehman has been deployed to Iraq three times and Afghanistan once. She has been injured in the line of duty, but she isn’t letting her injuries stop her. This past June, Lehman spent a week in West Point, participating in the Warrior Trials for the upcoming Warrior Games. She tried out the track, wheelchair basketball, and worked on running again. Her hard work paid off: Lehman won two gold medals in track, one bronze medal in cycling, and the Army team won gold in wheelchair basketball. Lehman’s favorite athletic activity is cycling. “When I got injured, I couldn’t ride an upright bike again,” said Lehman. Now, she rides a recumbent bike. “I went on a weeklong ride to Virginia Beach,” Lehman related. “I love going down those hills.” The Warrior Games is a sports competition for wounded, ill, and injured military service members. This partnership between the Department of Defense and the U.S. Olympic Committee Paralympic Military Program offers military men and women a place to show their strength.
Sgt. Eric Lieber
Sgt. 1st Class Betty Lehman is riding her recumbent bike, training for The Warrior Games this fall.
Those who compete have undergone serious physical problems but work hard to regain their strength. After overcoming significant physical and behavioral injuries, the Warrior competitors demonstrate their resilience to recover and overcome. The Warrior Games will be held this fall in Colorado Springs, Colo. Lehman describes The Warrior Games as a competition for “lots of people who had to find new things to do.” “It’s been extremely helpful for me,” said Lehman. “I’ve tried dif-
ferent things, and they allow us to do that so we can find our niche. I definitely fit with cycling, and I enjoy it a lot.” When The Warrior Games begin, Lehman’s home city of Anthem will be thinking of her. “Cheer for me – that’d be great,” Lehman said, adding, “And pray for me.”