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Woman apologizes for jaguar incident at zoo BY DARRELL JACKSON AND CHRISTINA FUOCO-KARASINSKI West Valley View Staff Writers

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A Waddell woman met with Wildlife World Zoo, Aquarium & Safari Park officials March 10 to apologize after she was attacked by a female jaguar while she was trying to take a selfie the night before. The 30-year-old visitor, whose name was not released due to HIPAA compliance, crossed the barrier separating visitors from the animals and was scratched by the jaguar’s nail, according to Mickey Ollson, the zoo’s director. “She was not admitted to the hospital,” Ollson said. “She got stitches and was sent home sometime last night. It happened at around 5:45 at the zoo, while we were getting ready to close at 6. “At 9:30 this morning, she called and requested to speak with me. She apologized. She felt terrible that the zoo was getting this bad publicity. She said, ‘I live in the area. I love the zoo. It was rather foolish to do what I did and I’m so sorry.’” Ollson said she was angry that a zoo visitor released a video of her receiving treatment at the zoo and writhing in pain. She

A 30-year-old Waddell woman was scratched by a jaguar’s nail after she crossed a barrier at Wildlife World Zoo, Aquarium & Safari Park on March 9. The woman, whose name was not released due to HIPAA compliance, apologized to zoo ofﬁcials the following day. (West Valley View ﬁle photo)

did compliment the Litchfield Park staff for their quick response. She was taken to the gift shop, where she met the Rural Metro ambulance.

“That was a good ending,” Ollson said. “She took responsibility for her actions,

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Auditor general releases school spending report BY HOWARD FISCHER Capitol Media Services

With new money coming into the system, classroom spending in Arizona has increased for the second year in a row. New figures from the office of Auditor General Lindsey Perry show 54 cents of every education dollar spent statewide this past school year was on instruction. That largely includes salaries and benefits for teachers and aides as well as instructional

supplies like pencils and paper, instructional software, athletics, band and choir. That compares with 53.8 cents for the prior year and 53.5 cents the year before that. Honing in on West Valley high school districts reveals regional findings. In the case of Agua Fria Union, AG figures have 53.5 cents, versus the previous year’s 52.5. Instruction spending this past year also matched the peer av-

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erage, which represents similar districts. Another district, Buckeye Union came in at 54.6 cents, a 0.4-cent increase over the previous year. Some elementary schools similarly increased spending on instruction. Avondale and Littleton both saw 0.5-cent increases between fiscal years 2017 and 2018. Avondale, at 51.4 cents, spent the equivalent of

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which sets a good example for her children.” Shortly after the incident, Wildlife World Zoo released a statement via media and social media. The jaguar stayed within the confines of its enclosure. “I heard a scream and then saw a number of people running toward the cage,” said Joanna Silverton of Peoria, who was visiting the zoo with her two children. “It was shocking, and my kids were very upset. But why would you cross the barrier? I just don’t understand why you would do that.” Wildlife World Zoo officials said the jaguar will not be euthanized. “We can promise you nothing will happen to our jaguar,” the social media release said. “She’s a wild animal and there were proper barriers in place to keep our guests safe. It’s not the wild animal’s fault when barriers are crossed. Still sending prayers to her and her family.” The incident is being investigated and the zoo remains open. The jaguar was in its enclosure the following day. The Maricopa County Sheriff’s Office, which handles public safety matters at the zoo, did not respond to questions if the woman would be charged for crossing the barrier. The Wildlife World Zoo is a USDA-licensed, private institution, accredited by the Zoological Association of America (ZAA) and the Alliance of Marine Mammal Parks & Aquariums (AMMPA). Tax dollars are not used to operate the 35-year-old facility. Wildlife World Zoo is located at 16501 W. Northern Avenue, Litchfield Park, near State Route 303 and Northern Avenue. For more information, call 623-935-9453, or visit it on Facebook, Instagram or Twitter @ZooWildlife.

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Buckeye police inviting community feedback BY WEST VALLEY VIEW STAFF

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The Goodyear Police Department will soon host a free Shred-a-Thon to protect community members from identity theft by disposing of their unneeded paper documents. The event, which is 7 to 11 a.m. Saturday, March 23, will be held at the Goodyear Police Department’s operations building, 11 N. 145th Avenue. At the event, traffic and community services units, administrative staff, police explorers, VIPS and ProShred will come together to shred unneeded documents, which, in addition to protecting identities, will benefit the environment by saving trees, oil, water, energy and landfill space, police said. Though it is free, there are some stipulations. Participants must be Goodyear residents or businesses, and must show proof of residency/occupancy. This includes a

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Packages from Home trying to overcome theft of vehicle BY DARRELL JACKSON West Valley View Staff Writer

Packages from Home has been helping give soldiers around the world a little love by sending care packages around the world for nearly 15 years, but the nonprofit had a setback. “We were at an event serving both deployed troops and veterans in San Diego, and when we returned home our truck had been stolen,” said Sarah Morrison, Packages from Home’s director of fundraising and communications. “It wasn’t in the best condition, a 2005 Chevy truck, but it was ours and we depended on that vehicle for pickups and deliveries of packages to the post office.” So, a Phoenix credit union with branches in Buckeye, Goodyear and all around the Valley stepped in to help. Packages from Home started in Glendale when Kathleen Lewis’ son, Christian, signed up for service after September 11, 2001. Lewis is Morrison’s aunt. “They were watching September 11 when the world changed and Christian

decided that day to enlist in the Army,” Morrison said. “He was first deployed to Iraq in 2004 and that was when Kathleen started sending packages from her garage.” When Lewis was in Iraq, he realized he was missing basic items that he took for granted. He asked Lewis to send some. “He quickly nofrom Camden Living apartment communities pack care packages to send to service members around ticed he was going Volunteers the world. (Photo by Darrell Jackson) through the items quickly because he was sharing things “Costs for that have increased 204 Volunteering to help Packages from Home has only five with his fellow soldiers, and he asked percent since we started this in 2004, his mom if she could send them some and it is tough to sustain this type of employees, so Morrison said the group items,” Morrison said. “The first re- mission,” she said. “Unfortunately, I depends on 90 percent volunteers and quests were silly like Pop Tarts and think that is why care packages groups donations to succeed. “We sent over 8,600 care packages snacks to hygiene products.” do not exist anymore. Lewis was the only soldier receiving Lewis put care packages together in last year, which is a record number for such care packages. Morrison said it her garage with approximately eight us,” Morrison said. “We are so gratewasn’t because the soldiers didn’t have neighbors for Lewis’ platoon. Word ful for all the volunteers and donations, loved ones. It is costly to mail items in- spread and Packages from Home was but we feel we are not doing enough.” Morrison said there are 230,000 serternationally. born.

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vice members overseas and that, while she is proud of the 8,600 care packages, she wants to do more. “Our goal this year is 10,000 packages sent to service members worldwide, and we need the public’s help to reach that goal,” Morrison said. While the care packages are the main goal of the organization, they volunteer at city, state and national events to aid soldiers and veterans. Since 2001, the Maricopa County StandDown event, coordinated by the Arizona Housing Coalition’s Veterans StandDown Alliance, has served military veterans and their families experiencing or at risk of homelessness in Arizona. It is one of the largest events of its kind in the country. More than 2,100 veterans were served at the 2017 event, connecting them to critical supportive services to help them gain and maintain housing stability. Packages from Home participated in January by handing out hygiene kits and T-shirts. “We partner with a group called Military Muscle in Avondale that is military run, and for every T-shirt they sell, they donate one to us for our care packages and these events,” Morrison said. “We had hundreds to hand out, and the veterans that took one, their faces would light up over a T-shirt, and it blew my mind the reaction to something so simple.”

Truck stolen After traveling to San Diego to assist service members and veterans, they returned to Glendale, where they found their only truck was stolen. “We depended on that truck for picking up donations and taking packages to the post office,” Morrison said. “Now, our volunteers and employees have been using their own vehicles to do those jobs.” The problem extends beyond deliveries. They used it to take supplies to businesses to pack and mail. “Every time we do that, we have to rent a U-Haul and that cuts into our postage money, which we hate doing,” Morrison said. “The value of the truck is minimal in terms; it is really what it represented for us and helped us do our work more efficiently for us. Every time now, we have to rent a U-Haul.” She added because they are a nonprofit, any funds they have to use to rent vehicles cuts into funds used to support service members. “Being a nonprofit, people who are writing us $20 checks and probably

can’t afford that, we are doing a disservice to them,” Morrison said. Desert Financial Credit Union, whose employees pack twice a month, surprised them recently with a donation after hearing of the stolen vehicle. “We were shocked that someone would take something from a nonprofit, and even more shocked when we realized insurance wouldn’t cover the amount needed to replace it,” said Aaron Morrison, Packages from Home’s operations manager. “Without a truck, we aren’t able to pick up large donations from the community or bring supplies to events. These are critical activities to our mission of getting packages to our military overseas.” Upon learning the organization would struggle to continue with its mission without a truck, Desert Financial Credit Union decided to step in, using its “Random Act of Kindness” donation of $5,000 toward the purchase of a new vehicle. “We were very happy, very relieved and very humbled to receive this donation,” Morrison said. “This is something for which we are eternally grateful. When we purchase our new Packages from Home vehicle, we hope to decorate it with a Desert Financial logo for everyone to see.” Morrison said they received insurance money, but it was not nearly enough to replace the vehicle. “At Desert Financial, we believe that ‘Random Acts of Kindness’ go a long way toward helping improve our wider community,” said Cathy Graham, senior vice president, chief marketing and strategy officer. “It was an honor for us to be able to support this incredible organization with funds to help purchase a new truck and continue their vital work.” When asked what she would say to the thief, Sarah Morrison said: “It is less about what it means to the organization but what it means to the troops,” she said. “The person who stole the vehicle, you have hurt hundreds of thousands of service members. When you steal from a nonprofit, especially one that serves the troops, you can call me names all day, it doesn’t affect me, but the work we do to give support to service members, they have nothing and are risking their lives for our freedom and our country. So for me, that is the most low down, dirty person I can think of.” For information to volunteer or donate, go to packagesfromhome.org.

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In terms of West Valley districts, Agua Fria Union’s increase from fiscal years 2017 to 2018 was the most drastic, resulting in nearly $5,000 more spent per pupil. While it spent $16,247, peers only spent, on average, $10,008. Comparable is Buckeye Union High, which spent $10,523; the previous year $11,542. Liberty spent $8,919, an increase over $7,813 the previous year. Tolleson Elementary spent $9,196; and the previous year $8,860. Another, Union Elementary spent $8,843, a jump from $8,249 the previous year. Meanwhile, Avondale spent $9,851, down from $9,609 a year earlier; while Buckeye Elementary spent $9,257, a decrease from $9,449; and Littleton spent $8,558, versus the previous year’s $8,703. Peers for these districts averaged $10,891. Pendergast spiked to $9,117, from $8,188; and Litchfield $7,709, down from $7,962. Peers of both averaged $9,146. Tolleson Union spent $8,410, versus the previous year’s $7,752 and peers’ $9,392. Some districts’ per-pupil spending barely changed, however, with Dysart Unified and Saddle Mountain each decreasing by around $50, give or take. They spent $8,173 and $10,651, respectively. In the case of Dysart Unified, this is over $1,150 less than other similar districts; as for Saddle Mountain, it’s only a little more than $250 less than peers. Perry said the additional dollars did boost the average teacher pay in Arizona from $48,372 to $48,951. And she said that, overall, school districts employed 101 additional teachers, which resulted in a slight reduction in the state’s students-per-teacher ratio. Still, she said, a gap remains between Arizona and the rest of the country.

Even with the boost in teacher pay, salaries here remain close to $11,300 below the national average. In the West Valley, a large variance was noted. Buckeye Elementary came in on the lower end, with $37,269, while Saddle Mountain topped others, with $54,367. Littleton, Union, Agua Fria Union, Liberty and Avondale rank in the middle, throughout the $40,000s, while Tolleson Union, Tolleson Elementary, Dysart Unified, Litchfield, Pendergast and Buckeye Union pay, on average, in the $50,000s. “Part of the reason for Arizona’s lower average teacher salary may be to due Arizona’s teachers having fewer years of experience, on average, when compared to the national average,” Perry reported. She said Arizona teachers average 11 years of experience compared with the national figure of 13.7 years. And there’s something else. In the most recent year, Arizona’s average class size was 18.5 students per teacher compared to the national average of 16. The bottom line, she said, is Arizona spends less than $8,300 per student in operating costs compared with the national average of more than $11,800, with 54 percent of those Arizona dollars winding up in the classroom in Arizona compared with 60.9 percent of the higher national education spending figure. But Perry said this isn’t due to high administration costs, pointing out that these costs in the average Arizona district eat up 10.4 percent of dollars, versus 11.2 percent nationally. (Of the West Valley, Perry did ﬂag one district as having high administration costs, however. Avondale Elementary spent 11.5 percent of dollars toward administration, its per-pupil cost coming in at $1,098. In contrast,

peers spent $1,025 and the state even less, $860.) What is making a difference, Perry said, are other costs. One of those falls in the category of “plant operations,” primarily what districts spend on energy. She said some districts have worked to identify the potential for improved efficiency and cost savings. But, overall, Arizona schools spend 11.9 percent of their budgets on plant operations, versus 9.2 percent for the rest of the country. A portion of the West Valley saw high plant operations costs. Perry classified Litchfield’s, Pendergast’s, Buckeye Elementary’s and Agua Fria Union’s spending as high, with Buckeye Union High coming in at a “very high” 14.4 percent of dollars. Arizona, on average, also spends more on food service, transportation and instructional support, that last category for things like salaries for curriculum directors. Selections of the West Valley spent more in some of these categories, relative to peer averages. Food service costs were high in the cases of Agua Fria Union (4.6 percent of budget), Liberty (5.5 percent) and Littleton (9.9 percent). Agua Fria Union, on average, spent $3.79 per meal, while its peers averaged $3.20. Liberty and Littleton, respectively, spent $3.31 and $3.12, versus peers who averaged $2.92. The state average for food service costs, for comparison, was $3.02. Despite consuming budgets to varying degrees, high transportation costs were observed at several districts when analyzing two sub-categories: cost per mile and cost per rider. Tolleson Union spent 5.5 percent of its budget here, Avondale 4 percent, Dysart 4.7

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Avondale disposing of hazardous household waste

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Residents of Avondale, Goodyear and Tolleson are invited to take part in a household hazardous waste event from 8 to 11 a.m. Saturday, March 30. Items will be collected at the former Coldwater Park property located at 10 N. Eliseo C. Felix Way, Avondale (from Dysart Road, enter at Western Avenue). There is no charge; however, residents will be required to provide proof of residency such as a recent city utility

bill or driver’s license. This event is for residential hazardous waste only. Commercial waste will not be accepted. Transport materials in a cardboard box in the trunk or truck bed of vehicles.

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United Way introduces ‘Operation Uplift’ volunteer, leadership effort

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barriers of the cost of paint, tools and other materials needed to make improvements to schools, playgrounds, shelters and other infrastructure, Operation Uplift said the micro-grants will help provide leadership and volunteer opportunities for locals looking to serve their communities and advocate for these causes.

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In the spirit of the upcoming National Volunteer Month in April, the Valley of the Sun United Way is accepting applications to fund small impact-driven projects that would help fulfill the needs of metro Phoenix communities. Community members, 501 (c)(3) nonprofit organizations and public schools are eligible. “It’s a new initiative we started in February in collaboration with Mercy Care, our presenting sponsor, which provided $50,000 for the program,” said Francisco Avalos, United Way’s director of engagement. “Our goal is several dozen applications, if not more. We got four in the first week. I anticipate volume being pretty high.” The program focuses on enhancing learning and living environments, encouraging volunteerism, addressing gaps in the system, and building connections in Valley communities throughout Maricopa County. The micro-grants are small, but ﬂexible, so that eligible organizations can apply

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percent and Saddle Mountain 5.3 percent. Though transportation costs only ate up 2.3 and 3.2 percent of Tolleson Elementary’s and Union’s budgets, respectively, they also had high costs. The real gap with the state, however, is in the category of student support, everything from attendance clerks and social workers to counselors, nurses, audiologists and speech pathologists. Perry said some of that could be due to the number of school districts serving a large percentage of students living in poverty or those with special needs, all of whom need additional services. She said, though, there are things districts can do to cut down on non-classroom expenses. One thing Perry said her auditors identified are districts that build new schools when they already had low-capacity usage rates at existing facilities. There also were districts that had built new schools or added on to existing ones in anticipation of enrollment growth that did not materialize. “Although decisions to close schools can be difficult and painful, these decisions are important because school dis-

trict funding is based primarily on the number of students enrolled, and not at all on the amount of square footage maintained,” she said. And Perry said the record shows that there are things that can be done to cut fixed costs. For example, she said, the districts her auditors found as being more efficient do things like monitor food prices and maximize the use of commodities provided by the U.S. Department of Agriculture. She also said they limit overtime and unproductive time by having employees perform other duties. And Perry said the most efficient districts plan bus routes to ensure, where possible, the buses are filled to at least 75 percent of capacity. At the other end of the spectrum, she said, the less-efficient districts have costly benefit packages and higher noninstructional staffing levels, spend more on meals and conference travel for employees and governing board members, and lack preventative maintenance plans to maintain buildings and buses. - Connor Dziawura, managing editor for the West Valley View, contributed to this report.

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Send Pelosi and Schumer to the border Editor: It’s amazing how Pelosi and Schumer both voted for a border wall not once, but twice since 2006, and they both have “immoral” walls around their mansions to protect themselves, but they changed their tune just because Donald Trump is president. They now say a wall is “immoral,” so they do not want to protect Americans from illegal border crossers. Go figure how American they are. A few members of Congress have taken the time, besides the president, to go check out the border with Mexico, but not Pelosi or Schumer. They won’t even turn on their TVs to watch the news, which shows hundreds of illegals climbing over or tunneling under the present wall and turning themselves over to Border Patrol. They should watch the TV program “Border Wars” every week, just like I do. They will find out just how wrong they are when they say “most illegal drugs come thru ports of entry.” These Democraps just do everything in their power not to get over the fact that Donald Trump is their president, and they want to throw every wrench into everything he does to make America great again after Obama ran the country into the ground. I have crossed the border into Mexico more than 20 times in four locations – Tijuana, Otay Mesa, Mexicali and Nogales – visited 20 cities in Mexico over the years and have several friends in Mexico with whom I Skype and e-mail. I have not gone back to Mexico since the drug lords started mass killings. I may never go back. The people from Guatemala, Honduras, El Salvador and Mexico should think four times before joining a caravan to come to the United States of America. Has anybody taken the time to consider why nobody from Nicaragua and Panama ever joins the caravans? They have good jobs. They

probably are looking for a lot of good workers on the new Panama Canal that recently opened. Instead, the people of Central America listen to fools who talk them into walking 2,000 miles to get all the “free stuff” at your and my expense, once they find a way to cross the border into the United States and “declare refugee status.” They know every single rope to pull; believe me! An illegal Mexican friend in California told me all of their tricks years ago when I lived there. They can get a fake ID and a Social Security card in 20 minutes on any street corner in Los Angeles. It looks real, too. My illegal friend is driving “legally” today by using his dead brother’s driver’s license since they look like twins. He keeps renewing it every five years, since they lived at the same address before the brother’s death. He got stopped once by the cops, even with alcohol on his breath, and they let him go because California is a sanctuary state! If the cops would have stopped me with alcohol on my breath, I would have spent a night in jail, and I was born here. Believe me, I feel sorry for people south of our border, because they make great citizens once they are here. If they were Muslim, it would be another story. Just sayin’! I got so sick of celebrities like Rosie O’Donnell, Michael Moore, Whoopie Goldberg and a few others saying, “If Trump wins, I’m leaving the country!” Well, as much as I and millions of Americans were willing to help them get the hell out of America, they are still here complaining. I’m even offering to pay all of their moving expenses, but there are no takers! Why? Canada made sure they are not welcome. Hooray for Canada! There hasn’t been one offer from a single European country to take them in as “refugees.” I bet they didn’t apply at a single Middle Eastern nation. I wonder why! Let’s check facts. Pelosi has spent $2,100,749.59 on government plane flights back and forth to her mansion in California, and took her friends on

Air Force planes the first time she was speaker. That was at our expense, taxpayers! She went home every weekend. Of that, more than $101,429.14 of it was for booze and food for her and her friends. They wanted only the best booze, since taxpayers were footing the bill. Democrat idiots re-elected her to be speaker again. Doesn’t anybody in this country check facts besides me? She’s pushing age 80 and should have never been allowed to work any job in America past age 65, since she’s brain dead in Congress. Yet, stupid people keep re-electing a dingbat as their leader. So much for the Democrap Party! They just re-elected President Trump for his second term and he doesn’t even have to campaign this time. How can I thank them? James Logan Buckeye

Biden or bust Editor: Liberalism, socialism and communism are just a matter of degree. Having said that, it is obvious to me that Joe Biden is the only Democrat who will have a shot at beating Donald Trump in the 2020 presidential election. Biden is a well-known and well-respected moderate Democrat. In fact, he

may well be the only moderate in the entire Democratic Party. He could win the election. Considering the multitude of declared and yet-to-declare progressives in the Democratic Party, they are all trying to peddle the same old worn out failed brand of socialism. Essentially, this worn out socialism has already failed in modern day Argentina, Venezuela, Cuba, North Vietnam and Russia. Why would any American vote for that type of government here? All of these wild-eyed progressives want to give the people the same thing, which is less freedom. They, of course, will enjoy the power. The drastic move to the left is a big hit with the party’s progressive base and will play well in the primary elections; but, in the 2020 general election it is an absolutely losing strategy. The Democrats are betting that no matter who they nominate, he or she will beat President Trump, just because he is Donald Trump. That kind of thinking is delusional on their part. Many Americans who cannot stand Trump personally will support his re-election, when it is a choice between his pro-American agenda and socialism. As the saying goes, “When push comes to shove,” the people will vote for their prosperity under capitalism, as well as personal freedom.

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Their political party label will not matter. They will vote for themselves and their families. Remember, not all of us are young people who went through high school and college being taught and indoctrinated that America and capitalism are bad. Most of us are still able to decipher the truth. After eight years of a Trump presidency, hopefully a fatal blow will have been dealt to the progressive movement. Hopefully America will have emerged from the cultural war stronger and more optimistic for a brighter tomorrow. Roy Azzarello Goodyear

Goodyear warehouses Editor: I’m curious to think how everyone is hailing all these big ugly warehouses in the middle of Goodyear as a huge success. Now comes Microsoft with a carte blanche on our city water. At what cost has Georgia Lord given away our tranquil setting and resources? Van Buren is looking like West Buckeye Road in Phoenix with all the 53-foot semis. Betty Clymer Goodyear

Stop Congressional shenanigans Editor: The demise of any country or society is usually self-inflicted. The European Union is presently feeling its demise, brought upon by its careless admitting of thousands of immigrants without first being vetted. This is why I cannot believe our representatives and senators who are supposed to represent us, the citizens

of the United States, have chosen only to represent their self-interests and the illegal population; of course, occasionally they manage to represent us. Meanwhile, our borders are being violated. U.S. citizens are neglected. Homeless families do without any help other than what patriotic citizens contribute. Homeless veterans are treated like old pairs of shoes that are no longer useful. These are men and women who put their lives on hold in order to defend our great nation. We need our borders secured. The personnel at the border are not enough; the bells and whistles or modern technology are not enough. A wall requested by the previous administration will help to secure the border and keep the men and women of our Border Patrol from peril. Instead, our so-called representatives enjoy playing games with the security of the nation. They’d rather spend the money on special counsels to investigate those whom they find offensive or dislike. Our representatives and senators, both Democrats and Republicans, enjoy defending migrants’ rights while neglecting the rights of the citizens of this great nation. Those so-called migrants are law breakers! They came into our country by illegally jumping our border. They claim refugee status by declaring asylum. Let’s face it; of what benefit is a person who is illiterate, and with nothing of value, to anyone? Why then would they be persecuted? The Border Patrol knows they are lying, but they must let them come in because of previous administration doctrine. They can request asylum status at any of the consulates within their countries. Those people hold or have no loyalty to our great nation. They are here because of the free benefits provided by our so-called representatives, benefits negated by needy U.S.

citizens. The majority of the representatives do what they do because they expect the votes from previous migrant refugees. And that makes the United States the joke of the world. It is shameful that representatives and senators behave in such manners. I believe we should enact term limits and elect new candidates, or perhaps they should go to Mexico or any of the other countries whose citizens they represent; surely it is not us. Then again, due to the mistreatment and infringement into our daily lives, we may need an ombudsman to investigate their shenanigans and lack of representation. Jaime Ruíz-Sandoval Litchﬁeld Park

Rant local Editor: What an amazing opportunity I have at this moment! This letter is being looked at by a West Valley View reader. This is my chance to share my opinion and, perhaps, sway others. In 82,000 West Valley households this week, someone may read and give thought to my opinion on an issue. Available for free, my letter can

now be read in four out of Arizona’s 30 state legislative districts – more if someone goes online. Perhaps eight state representatives, out of a group of only 60, will read my concerns or support of a bill being debated at our State Capitol. The mayors and councilmembers of Buckeye, Goodyear, Avondale, Litchfield Park and Tolleson may, at this moment, be reading my thoughts on our West Valley city issues as they prepare to make decisions on how to grow and develop those communities. Am I reaching enough people through the West Valley View to change national politics? Doubtfully! Can I reach enough people to change my corner of our nation, the communities where I live and work? Definitely. Shop local, eat local, pray local. How about “rant and rave local?” Kenneth Judd Buckeye

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Letters...continued from page 15 with confidence but not substantiated by positive knowledge or proof. Prejudice: The act or state of holding unreasonable preconceived judgments or convictions. An adverse judgment or opinion formed unfairly or without knowledge of the facts. In other words, “Don’t confuse me with facts; I have already made up my mind.” This is the representation of from where such things as “lynch mob mentality” spawn. After reading the last several issues of the West Valley View, I must say that so many of us can be misled by person(s), groups, politicians, etc. Honest people have been misled before throughout history by trusted leaders, and don’t dismiss the dictators. Examples of this are Hitler in Germany, Nixon in America (Yes, I know he helped put a stop to the Vietnam War, but only to save his ratings), etc. Most wars are based on greed, power, difference of opinions, and prejudices. So, in conclusion, don’t listen to emotions stirred by these kinds of people (regular mudslingers); they will lead you down a path of demise, while satisfying their own egos and greed. Granted, some-

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times you don’t have a choice if being directly attacked (i.e. the Japanese attack on Pearl Harbor). Global warming is a long-term global impact; however, it is causing radical changes in our weather patterns today. Now, as mentioned by one of our West Valley writers, CO2 at 0.04 percent of our atmosphere cannot be the only contributor causing global warming. Well, I have to agree, but it is the largest contributor of global warming. So, if CO2 is not the sole cause of global warming, what are the other factors causing such drastic changes in our weather patterns – increased frequency/intensity, volcanic activity, continued cold weather, melting ice caps (Yeah, they’re still there, but not as big as they used to be)? What about all the coastal flooding, rivers overflowing, etc.? Al Gore may have had his timing wrong, but he had the eventual reality correct. Fact: when global warming reaches an overall increase of 2.5 percent degrees, there will be no way to reverse its effects. We are already at a 2.0-percent increase in just the last 10 or so years, so there is nothing we can do to reverse global warming, and nothing we can do to stop it from reaching a 2.5-percent degree increase. To put it

simply, global warming is putting large amounts of water into the atmosphere, which in turn is causing the drastic, abnormal weather conditions. Is CO2 causing the increase of volcanic and earthquake activity? Not CO2. There are certain cycles that our planet experiences over time, and we are beginning to experience those changes now. If you don’t buy global warming today, wait until tomorrow. Please take the time and research your decisions before you make them. Don’t be misled by blowhards full of opinions and prejudices. I also noticed one of our West Valley writers suddenly changed his tune after being shot down by a couple of other writers. He is now saying what a great neighborhood he lives in with all the wonderful things, and delightful democratic progressive neighbors with whom he lives. I guess the lynch mob turned on its attempted leader and his opinions, prejudices and blowhard mentality. They got him scared. From his point of view and mentality, he is probably worried he may be tarred and feathered. Hey, on the other side of the coin, business, the economy and jobs are all looking great today. After being in the business world for most of my life, I

am always wary of too good a deal. When something improves too quickly, it means it can just as quickly crash. Also, somebody usually loses in those kinds of deals. I wonder who the losers will be this time. Just enjoy the good economy while it lasts. Dennis Wood Goodyear Leibowitz will return next week

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Good day, readers! And it’s a good day in the Valley, indeed. This week there is much to discuss, but I’ll let you off lightly, with an easy start. Beyond that, however, get excited about a new baseball/softball training facility, a company to help you remodel your kitchen or bathroom, and more. Here’s the news! First, let’s get a light one out of the way. Business After Hours from 5 to 7 p.m. Thursday, March 14, will be located at The Groves, 2655 N. Pebble Creek Parkway, Goodyear. It will be a great networking-focused event for locals in the business community to gather, mingle and make connections. The Groves is a Merrill Gardens senior

living community, northeast of where Virginia Avenue and Pebble Creek Parkway meet. A day later, however, join the Southwest Valley Chamber of Commerce in welcoming D-Bat to the area. The ribbon-cutting ceremony is at noon Friday, March 15. Depending on your athletic prowess, this one may or may not be familiar to you. So, let’s go through the rounds. D-Bat is a popular baseball and softball training facility founded in 1998. Just 21 years later, the popular brand has more than 75 locations. As far as Avondale, guests will have access to 17 batting cages rented in half-hour increments, and there is a pro shop for gear. For athletes looking to go above and beyond solo batting

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Moderation? Baloney! BY JOHN SAFIN

Southwest Valley Chamber of Commerce President and CEO

It was a terrific Business & Breakfast in February, with the city managers from Avondale, Goodyear, Litchfield Park and Tolleson giving TED-style updates on their cities. I tell people there are always amazing things happening in the Southwest Valley and the economic news is truly amazing. New industries, new business and new residential developments, plus hundreds of established businesses, John Safin. (Photo courtesy Southwest Valley Chamber of are expanding. A strong and Commerce) steady economy means a strong and steady community. But there’s so scenes that helps make our community much more happening. amazing. ‘Tis the season to be outside enjoyBusiness owners also have good ing our city parks; meeting with friends stuff happening. All the new industries at our local fairs and festivals; walk- coming to the area means more peoing through our two mountain parks; ple wanting local services, shopping, strolling along the Tres Rios; enjoying dining and entertainment, which is NASCAR, Cactus League baseball and good for the existing businesses. Camovies at the splash pad; and so much reer-minded professionals have good more. But there are other ways to be stuff, too. The number of networking active in the community. groups, training classes, ways to menIndividuals with a giving heart can tor or be mentored, and other personal help any of the nonprofit groups in growth activities has never been highthe Southwest Valley community. er. Woo hoo! Each charity provides a necessary Let’s recap: New businesses, expandservice, and each would be glad for ing businesses, a good quality of life, your help. You can be the extra set of chances to give a helping hand, personhands, maybe make deliveries, help al development, and ways to have fun. organize donated items, assist with Too much good stuff? No way! The general fundraising activities or read Southwest Valley is an amazing comto a group at the local library. These munity, and it’s our time to shine! are only a few ways to be active in the community. Tired yet? Hope not, ‘cause there is even more good stuff orship ith s happening. Schools from elementary to higher 9:00am learning all have something happenTraditional Worship Service ing. High school and collegiate sports Nursery/Sunday School are your way to see future athletic stars. The most adorable production 10:30am of “Hairspray” I have seen was perContemporary Worship Service formed by elementary school kids at Nursery/Sunday School a local charter school. I liked it better than the original production. Our SENIOR PASTOR schools, colleges and universities have Rev. Dr. Tony Stiff their own festivals and fairs, various Follow us student clubs, and other ways they in@cpcgoodyear teract with the community. Kiwanis, Rotary, Toastmasters, Elks and other civic organizations also bring good stuff to the community. Many of the groups have their own an925 N. SARIVAL AVE., GOODYEAR, AZ 85338 nual events that are open to the public. 623.882.0721 • WWW.CPCGOODYEAR.ORG There is also much they do behind the

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Millennium athletics thriving this school year BY GRIFFIN FABITS

West Valley View Contributing Writer

Millennium High School has a simple goal at the beginning of every school year, said athletic director Remigio Gordillo: Be the best school in the state. In terms of sports, Millennium feels it’s accomplished its goal. It’s only March, and four Millennium High School sports programs have already competed for a state title this school year. In November, the girls’ varsity indoor volleyball team won the school’s first state championship title. February saw the girls’ soccer team, boys’ basketball team and girls’ basketball team all play in their respective championship games over a span of six days. The girls’ basketball team delivered, winning its first title, while girls’ soccer and boys’ basketball fell one win short of the first-place trophy. The Lady Tigers girls’ volleyball team dominated all fall en route to the program’s first state title. Led by a potent senior core, Millennium kicked off its season with a 29-game win streak. After their lone loss to Los Angeles’ Marymount High School in September, the Tigers rolled off 16 consecutive wins, capped off by a 3-0 win over Sunnyslope in the finals round. “The difference between this year and years past is that I had more depth,” head coach Julie Vastine said. “In the past, we relied on a handful of players to

‘carry’ the team, but this year, our entire roster could score and defend, and that is what made the difference. Their depth of skill, as well as drive, is what made this team so special.” Of the eight senior Tigers who will graduate this spring, seven have pledged to continue their volleyball careers at the collegiate level. Libero Nicole Hoff, who committed to Long Beach State University, knew something special was in the cards for her final episode at Millennium. “For my past four years here, we have had a great team full of many talented players, which gave us a shot at the championship each year. But this year I knew our team had so much desire and grit to go out and compete to win that championship,” she said. Hoff, who led the team this year with 118 sets played, has been a mainstay in Millennium’s varsity rotation since her freshman season. On February 25, the one-seeded girls’ basketball team also cemented a spot into the school history books, capturing the program’s first state title with a 66-40 thumping over Gilbert. They trudged into the regular season as one of the most prolific teams in the 5A conference – a year removed from a two-point defeat in the state semifinals – and walked away unscathed. Head coach Courtland Rojeck nearly had three scorers who averaged double-digit points every night, a quick snapshot of the kind of depth he was fortunate

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enough to work with all season. Senior Dominique Phillips led the team 15.6 points per game, while junior Ali Zelaya and freshman Trayanna Crisp averaged 14.7 and 9.7, respectively. “The entire year we talked about embracing the target on our back,” Rojeck said. “We knew night in and night out, we were going to get every team’s best game. No team deserves to be champions; to be a champion you have to go out and earn it.” The slogan of the season, per Rojeck, was “Be Different.” The Tigers sent teams to the Final Four and the championship game in years past, but there was still that elusive first-place trophy they so desperately craved. Being different meant going and getting it. “It was an unreal experience and something that we’ve been working for since my freshman year,” said Phillips, who scored 16 points in the championship game. Phillips will play at the University of Nevada, Reno, in the fall. Millennium steamrolled its way to the title, walloping the four teams it played by an average margin of victory of 36.7 points. The Tigers also held their opponents to under 40 points in each of the four rounds of the tournament. Also seeking the first state championship was head coach David Cameron and the girls’ soccer team. Just four seasons ago, Cameron was given the reigns to the program. In his first winter as head coach – when the current senior class were just freshmen – the Tigers went 3-12-1. It took just four winters for Cameron to transform the Lady Tigers from a below-.500 team to perennial postseason contenders. The eight seniors who will graduate this spring will be sorely missed, but Millennium has a wealth of younger talent at its disposal for the next several seasons. Two of their top three goal scorers from this season are set to return next fall, in junior Anacel Valenzuela-Acosta and sophomore Gabby Sangillo. Like girls’ soccer, the boys’ bas-

Nicole Hoff committed to Long Beach State University. (West Valley View photo by Pablo Robles)

ketball team will return a majority of its roster next season, highlighted by sophomores DaRon Holmes and Justus Jackson. Holmes, a 6-foot-9 power forward, averaged a double-double this season with 19.3 points per game and 10.7 rebounds per game. Holmes has already received college offers from Texas Tech, Minnesota and Arizona State, among other schools. Jackson averaged 15.3 PPG and led the team with 47 three-pointers in 26 games this season. He reportedly received an offer from Grand Canyon University in February. The Tigers fell to Gilbert in the 5A state championship – their first appearance in the title game in 11 years – by a score of 38-37. Head coach Ty Amundsen is in just his second season as the Tigers’ head coach, but has already landed Millennium on the map in the world of 5A hoops. And as it’s been demonstrated this school year, life is good for Millennium athletics. “It’s a surreal experience,” said Gordillo, in his third year as Millennium’s athletic director. “There’s times where I’m like, ‘Is this real?’ “I just walked into my office right now and sitting on my table in my office is the girls’ soccer runner-up trophy, the volleyball state championship trophy and the boys’ runner-up trophy.”

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Tolleson’s Wilson commits to hometown hoops team

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West Valley View Staff Writer

Tolleson Union High School senior Shemar Wilson committed to play basketball at Phoenix College on February 26. Wilson was the top scorer for the Wolverines in the recently concluded 2018-19 basketball season. The team, at 15-12, finished with its best record since 2010-11. After graduation, Wilson will begin summer training for the college basketball season, fully committing to do the best for the Bears. He hopes to win a lot of games with Phoenix College, and hopes even more that he can eventually earn a roster spot and scholarship at a four-year school. “It’s exciting. I want to play Division 1, and I think I flew under the radar this year,” Wilson said. “PC seemed like Tolleson senior Shemar Wilson will play basketball at Phoenix College this fall. (Photo courtesy Shemar Wilson) a place where I could get that exposure and keep getting wanted to be here. He showed a level better so I can get recruited more.” of excitement that I really liked,” EaHis scoring ability could prove a son said. weapon in college, but former Tolleson A three-sport athlete throughout high coach Jeffery Wilbur said Wilson’s school – Wilson competes in football defensive ability will likely ingrati- and track in the basketball offseason – ate him with Phoenix’s coaches even he never focused solely on basketball. more, causing terror for others. Now, with the goal of reaching a big“We used to joke that our defensive ger program in the back of his mind, strategy could just be called ‘Shem- and ample time to work on his game, it ar,’” Wilbur said. “With teams shoot- would not be shocking to see immense ing a lot of threes, we would have our improvement in a short time. perimeter guys play really tight on “He didn’t play AAU club ball, beshooters to prevent them. And then if cause he was preparing for all the other they did get beat on the dribble, we had sports. So, when he really commits to a 6-foot-8 pterodactyl with long arms basketball full time, I expect him to get who could make up for it. He makes so much better,” Wilbur said. such a difference back there.” Joining Wilson will be former Phoenix College coach Duane Ea- Tolleson teammate Jimmy Causey. son shared the sentiment on Wilson’s Wilson believes both players did not defense, and added that his aggressive get the recruiting attention they deplay near the rim as a big man was im- served, despite great statistics and pressive. However, the biggest factor leading the Wolverines to their best rein recruiting Wilson might not have cord in nearly a decade. even been on the court. He’s simply He hopes to show scouts they missed thankful for the opportunity to play at out on him the first time around. the next level. “I really think sometimes people for“A lot of guys look at Phoenix Col- get about some of us on the west side,” lege as a place like, ‘Hey, I couldn’t Wilson said. “But I’m confident in get an offer anywhere else, I guess I’ll what I’m going to be able to do at PC, go to PC,’ but you could tell Shemar and then people will have to see.”

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Dudzik, Lions eager for inaugural season

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West Valley View Contributing Writer

Building a baseball program from the ground up is akin to building a house, according to St. John Paul II Catholic High School varsity baseball coach Norman Dudzik. Here and now – just four games into the regular season as of March 10 – the Lions have begun building the foundation. And even better, they’re proud of their quick results. “Pretty soon, I expect the basement to be done,” Dudzik quipped. Avondale’s St. John Paul II Catholic High School opened in August 2018, and the Lions are just weeks into their inaugural baseball season. The Lions are 1-2 after their first three games, but they’re not worried about wins and losses this season. Instead, they’ll measure their spring by the “steady improvement” they see each time they take the field, Dudzik said. “(The goal is to) improve every single day in some aspect of it. We’re not worried about what the record is – we want to win, of course – but that’s not the No.

1 thing on the agenda. It’s developing this group we have right now, adding to it as we go along. The ceiling is way up there. We can do a whole lot.” Though it’s just been several months since St. John Paul II Catholic introduced its baseball program, Dudzik has been pleased with the school’s reception. Eighteen kids came out to the first practice, and the current roster stands at 13. Of those 13, 10 are freshmen and three are sophomores. The school holds freshmen and sophomores – roughly 500 students – and will add a class every year until it has a full campus of freshmen through senior classes. As is anticipated, there are slight growing pains in the forecast when a program is built from scratch. For starters, the Lions are just now getting acclimated with their new ballpark, a gorgeous, big league-like field twinkling under the sun with its well-kempt grass and tan-colored clay dirt. After months of construction and maintenance, the team was finally able to practice on it last week.

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“If this isn’t the best baseball facility in the West Valley,” Dudzik beamed with outstretched arms like an artist admiring his work, “it has to be close.” The Lions are also playing their games against teams with rosters comprised of St. John Paul II Catholic High School assistant varsity baseball Chris Dudzik and Juan Ramirez and head coach Norman mostly upperclass- coaches Dudzik. (West Valley View photo by Griffin Fabits) men. Because they’ll field just freshmen and sophomores getting involved with it. this spring, Dudzik said it can be a But Dudzik’s been through it al“disadvantage” playing against older, ready, and he’s gotten the bug to build more experienced squads, but they ha- once more. ven’t given it much thought. In 2008, when Dudzik lived in WyThere’s also an urgency to appeal to oming, the neighboring town from his neighboring high school kids to come had an American Legion youth baseto St. John Paul II, versus enrolling in ball team found themselves in a bit of the powerhouse Catholic schools in the hot water. Phoenix area, like Brophy and Notre The program had issues with severDame. al players, so it was removed from the But to every curveball thrown state tournament and forced to forfeit Dudzik and the Lions’ way, there is an its remaining games. The next spring, answer. the coaching staff was voted out by Playing older varsity squads with uproarious parents, and the new board greater experience? No worries. The hired Dudzik to restart the program Lions handed the Ajo Red Raiders an from scratch. 18-10 defeat on February 20 to notch “We had no uniforms, no equipment. the program’s first win on its inaugural We had to go out and go fundraise to opening day. go out and beat the band, recruit some A roster of only underclassmen? It’s players. It was a challenge, so I’ve hardly a concern. gone through it and I look forward to “We have a real disparate range of doing it.” baseball skill and baseball knowledge, Building he is, and Dudzik has but what I really love about them is quickly grown giddy with the foundathey’re all extremely coachable,” he tion he’s starting with. said. Players are beginning to buy in, too. And the pitch to incoming high “I think we’re going to win quite a school students contemplating attend- few games,” said sophomore pitcher ing a big school in Phoenix will be and first baseman Brennan Castro. highlighted by St. John Paul II CathoWhile the focus has shifted from the lic’s “top-notch, first-class college prep win column and instead to the developeducation with the sports programs to ment of his players, Dudzik, in his 28th go with it,” Dudzik said. season as a head coach, wants to make The Lions are part of the Canyon an impact on the Lions that reaches far Athletic Association, an organization beyond the diamond. for smaller, private schools in Arizona. “I love working hands-on, one-onThey have already been approved to one, communicating with them and join the Arizona Interscholastic Asso- just getting such a kick out of seeing ciation next season. them improve. Last week, (a player) Where the Lions will be placed straightened out a couple things with – whether it be in the 2A or 3A con- his swing. Before, he was hitting some ference – is undetermined, because it little bloopers and we corrected some depends on the enrollment size of the flaws in his swing and he started hitting school. line drive after line drive. Some coaches might view starting “To see his face light up and see how a program from square one as a chal- happy he was with himself, to me that’s lenge so drastic it may not be worth what it’s about.”

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Litchfield Park Museum

The Litchfield Park Museum has returned to its winter schedule: 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Wednesday through Friday. Admission and parking are free. The museum is located at 13912 W. Camelback Road. For information, call 623-535-4414 or visit litchfieldparkhistoricalsociety.org.

Benevilla Caregiver Connect

Get expert advice and valuable information about supporting a family member with Parkinson’s disease, Alzheimer’s disease or Dementia from 8 a.m. to 1 p.m. at Estrella Mountain Community College, 3000 N. Dysart Road, Avondale. There will be complimentary breakfast, expert presentations, senior care vendors and more. To register, call 623-584-4999.

Visit a weekly Toastmasters Community meeting to become a stronger public speaker and leader from 6 to 7:15 p.m. in the Zane Grey Room at Avondale Civic Center Public Library, 11350 Civic Center Drive. For information, call 623-398-5550.

Al-Anon Stepping Stones

The Christ Presbyterian Church at 925 N. Sarival Avenue, Goodyear, hosts a weekly Al-Anon meeting at 7 p.m. Al-Anon seeks to support the friends and families of alcoholics. For information, call 623-882-0721.

Come and Play with Me

Sam Garcia Western Avenue Library hosts a weekly open-play group at 495 E. Western Avenue, Avondale, at 11 a.m. for children through age 5. For information, call 623-333-2601.

POUND at Fitness in the Park

Bring children to the Tolleson Public Library at 9555 W. Van Buren Street, so they can hear picture books read aloud and play with other toddlers at 11 a.m. For information, call 623-936-2746.

Fitness in the Park is a free workout program that will feature an interactive workout with lightly weighted drumsticks from 6:30 to 7:30 p.m. Fridays at the Buckeye Sundance Park, 22865 W. Lower Buckeye Road. For information, call 623-349-6350.

CrossFit at Fitness in the Park

Fitness in the Park is a free workout program that will cover basic strength and bodyweight training from 6:30 to 7:30 p.m. Thursdays at the Buckeye Sundance Park, 22865 W. Lower Buckeye Road. For information, call 623-349-6350.

Family Book Club

Litchfield Park Branch Library at 101 W. Wigwam Boulevard holds a monthly book club for children ages 9 through 12 and their parents. Come down to the library from 6:30 to 7:30 p.m. to read a great book, discuss and enjoy snacks and activities. Books will be provided for registered families. For information, call 602-652-3456.

Needle and Thread

The Church at Litchfield Park offers a free music program for children in kindergarten through fifth grade at 5:30 p.m. Wednesdays at 300 N. Old Litchfield Road. For information, call 623-935-3411.

Strengthen cardio fitness from 9 to 10 a.m. with a free dance class provided by the Dr. Saide Recreation Center at 1003 E. Eason Avenue, Buckeye. For information, call 623-349-6350.

From 9 a.m. to 5 p.m., e-Institute will hold its first annual Spring Fling and open house event. A ribbon-cutting ceremony for a bus will be at noon, and a blood drive will be from 3 to 5 p.m. There will be food, games and more, and the National Guard and Buckeye Fire Department will be present. e-Institute is at 6213 N. Miller Road, Suite 109, Buckeye. For information, call 602-228-0748 or email marelynn.zevallos@e-institute.us.

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Texas Hold ‘Em

Integrity AZ invites Jerry Anderson, author of “Ordained by Angels: A Memoir from an AIDS Chaplain,” as a guest speaker at 6 p.m. at St. Peter’s Episcopal Church, 400 Old Litchfield Road, Litchfield Park. For information, email integrityarizona@hotmail.com.

Sunday

St. Peter’s RePete Boutique

Stop by St. Peter’s Episcopal Church at 400 S. Old Litchfield Road, Litchfield Park, for casual and formal apparel, jewelry, books, household items and home décor between 9 a.m. and noon. For more information, call 623-935-3279.

Free Tax Assistance

Free tax preparation services will be offered to households that make less than $55,000 from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. at Care1st Avondale Resource Center, 328 W. Western Avenue. Please contact the center at 623-333-2703 for a complete list of documents to bring.

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Bring friends to play Texas Hold ‘Em from 5 to 7 p.m. at American Legion Post 53, 402 E. Narramore Avenue, Buckeye. The game has a $15 buy in. For information, call 623-327-0227.

LGBTQ Integrity AZ Meeting

Stop by Copper Trails School at 16875 Canyon Trails Boulevard, Goodyear, between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m. There will be food trucks, local Arizona handmade vendors, music and a kids’ zone. The first 100 customers receive a free swag bag.

Sea Lions at Shipwreck Cove

Come see an educational show starring California sea lions and skilled trainers at 11:30 a.m. in a pirate-themed exhibit at Wildlife World Zoo, 16501 W. Northern Avenue, Litchfield Park. This show is free with admission. For information, call 623-935-9453.

Contemplative Prayer and Meditation

St. Peter’s Episcopal Church at 400 Old Litchfield Road, Litchfield Park, invites people desiring to deepen their meditation practice or try meditation for the first time to join them from 3 to 4 p.m. Sundays. All faiths are welcome. For information, call 623-935-3279.

Summer Salad Cooking Class

The Avondale Civic Center Library at 11350 W. Civic Center Drive invites adults to bring a coffee mug and materials to join fellow crafters for needlework, knitting and crocheting at 10:30 a.m. For information, call 623-333-2602.

Children’s Christian Community Choir

Latin Dance Aerobics

Junior Book Club (Ages 8-12)

Children are encouraged to read a book each month before joining Lila for a book discussion and activities from 3:30 to 4:30 p.m. at the Tolleson Public Library, 9555 W. Van Buren Street. For information, call 623-936-2746.

Toddler Time

Help prepare children ages 2 through 3 for reading through music, books, games and more from 11:15 a.m. to noon at the Litchfield Park Branch Library, 101 W. Wigwam Boulevard. For information, call 602-652-3000.

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Toddler Storytime

WEST VALLEY VIEW NEWS | MARCH 13, 2019 Library, 101 W. Wigwam Boulevard. $50 and include a hamburger or For information, call 602-652-3000. cheeseburger dinner. Registration closes March 15. For information, e-Institute Spring Fling call 623-328-0400.

Lenten Services

Lenten Services will be held from 6:30 to 7:30 p.m. at Christ Evangelical Lutheran Church, 918 S. Litchfield Road. This year’s theme is “The Twelve Steps of Humility.” For information, call 623-932-2394.

Bosom Buddies

Bosom Buddies breast cancer support group meets from 6 to 8 p.m. second Thursdays of the month at the Christ Evangelical Lutheran Church, 918 S. Litchfield Road, Goodyear. For information, call 623-328-5494.

Goodyear Lions Club

Goodyear Lions Club is a service group that provides free eye screenings, raises funds for veterans and their families, collects hearing aids and glasses and more. The Goodyear Lions meet at noon second Thursdays of the month at Haymaker, 1800 N. Litchfield Road, Goodyear. For information, call 623-455-3253.

Nature of Design: Rainwater Harvesting

Learn about rainwater harvesting to conserve water by attending a class from 6 to 8 p.m. at Avondale City Hall, 11465 W. Civic Center Drive. Registration is required. For

Learn to make apple coleslaw, chicken salad, roasted beets and oranges salad and ambrosia dressing at 7 p.m. at The Tree of Oil, 13824 W. McDowell Road, Suite 102, Goodyear. Attendance is $30. For information, call 602-324-7212.

Tai Chi @ the Library

Certified Tai Chi instructor John Leo will give free weekly lessons for adults and teens ages 12 and older at the White Tank Branch Library at 20304 W. White Tank Mountain Road, Waddell, from 10:15 to 11:15 a.m. Registration is required. For information, call 602-652-3000.

Not Hungry Tonight

Not Hungry Tonight is a program that hopes to stop hunger and food insecurity in the community one person at a time. The group meets from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. at the Christ Evangelical Lutheran Church’s kitchen, 918 S. Litchfield Road, Goodyear. For information, call 623-932-2394.

Chair Yoga

Build flexibility, strength, mental clarity and balance with a gentle form of yoga at 2 p.m. All materials are provided, so simply bring a positive attitude to Litchfield Park

Science Center

Learn strategies for discipline, self care and school readiness from 10 a.m. to noon at Care1st Avondale Resource Center, 328 W. Western Venue.

Free Community Market

In partnership with the Giumarra Companies, The WakWay Foundation will provide over 280,000 pounds of free fresh fruits and vegetables from noon to 3 p.m. at Harvest Prep Academy, 14900 W. Van Buren Street, Goodyear.

Great Western Fan Festival Performance

The Liberty Quartet will share music at 6 p.m. at Liberty Church, 7590 S. Liberty School Road, Buckeye. Attendance is free. There will be a free will offering collection.

Charity Golf Fundraising Tournament

Participate in a charity golf tournament in remembrance of Denny Dailey at Sundance Golf Course, 900 S. Sundance Parkway, Buckeye. Check-in begins at 11 a.m. with a 1 p.m. shotgun start. Tickets are

Arts in the Park Concert

Desert Nights Band will perform a free, live concert from 4 to 6 p.m. on the front lawn of The Wigwam, 300 E. Wigwam Boulevard, Litchfield Park. Concertgoers are encouraged to bring blankets or lawn chairs. Attendees can bring food and non-non-alcoholic beverages. There will be a bar onsite for those wishing to purchase drinks. For information, call 623-935-9040.

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The Tolleson Public Library at 9555 W. Van Buren Street invites babies and their caregivers to an interactive play time at 10 a.m. For information, call 623-936-2746.

Hope

Stop by Christ Evangelical Lutheran Church’s Classroom C at 918 S. Litchfield Road, Goodyear, for the

WEST VALLEY VIEW NEWS | MARCH 13, 2019 Hope support group from 5:30 to 7:30 p.m. The goal of the group is to provide help for those struggling with any mental disorder by sharing experiences and supporting others. For information, call 480-994-4407.

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Ignite Yoga at Fitness in the Park

Fitness in the Park is a free workout program that will feature yogic postures, alignment and breathing on Mondays from 6:30 to 7:30 p.m. at the Buckeye Sundance Park, 22865 W. Lower Buckeye Road. For information, call 623-349-6350.

The American Legion Post 61 hosts bingo Tuesdays at 6:45 p.m. These bingo nights have 17 games including Quickie, Early Bird, Double Action and a $1,000 progressive game. Come down to 35 N. Dysart Road, Avondale, to support the area’s youth and veterans. For information, call 623-932-4960.

Buckeye Business Connection

Buckeye Chamber hosts the Buckeye Business Connection from 7:15 to 8:30 a.m. every Tuesday at the Chamber office at 508 E. Monroe Avenue. This group serves coffee and a light breakfast and networks with business members in the community. Each week, there will also be a different guest speaker. For information, call 623-386-2727.

Road. For information, call 623349-6350.

Lane, Avondale. For information, call 623-772-0144.

Three Rivers Historical Society

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Arizona Legislative Chaplin Donna Kafer will share family stories and remembrances of the people, places, churches and businesses in the Avondale/Goodyear area where she grew up while her father worked at the Naval Air Base in Goodyear from 5 to 6 p.m. in the Goodyear Community Room, 14455 W. Van Buren Street.

Teen Leadership Club

Teen Leadership Club is a group that creates and carries out new programs for the Goodyear Branch Library. The team meets from 5 to 6:30 p.m. at the library, 14455 W. Van Buren Street. Registration is required. For information, call 602-652-3000.

PiYo at Fitness in the Park

Fitness in the Park is a free workout program that will feature pilates and yoga on Tuesdays from 6:30 to 7:30 p.m. at the Buckeye Sundance Park, 22865 W. Lower Buckeye

Lenten Services

25 The Church at Litchfield Park Thrift Store

Shop for clothing, jewelry, home decor, household items, books and furniture at reasonable prices from 8:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. at the Church at Litchfield Park, 300 N. Old Litchfield Road.

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Creation Station: STEM

Teens and tweens who love creativity and learning are encouraged to come to the Goodyear Branch Library at 14455 W. Van Buren from 4:30 to 5:30 p.m. STEM activities will be set up in stations for participants.

Estrella Toastmasters

Visit a Toastmasters Community meeting to become a stronger public speaker and leader from 6:30 to 7:45 a.m. at the Southwest Valley Chamber of Commerce, 289 N. Litchfield Road, Goodyear. For information, call 602-391-5781.

Fitness in the Park is a free workout program that will feature a dynamic and aerobic Zumba dance on Wednesdays from 6:30 to 7:30 p.m. at the Buckeye Sundance Park, 22865 W. Lower Buckeye Road. For information, call 623-349-6350.

noon of bingo from 10:15 to 11:30 a.m. at the Buckeye Community Center, 201 E. Centre Avenue. For information, call 623-349-6600.

United Way Storytime (Ages 0-5)

Children can sing, listen to stories and make crafts at 11:15 a.m. at the Sam Garcia Western Avenue Library, 495 E. Western Avenue, Avondale. The first 25 children will receive a free book to take home. For information, call 623-333-2601.

Preschoolers Storytime

The Tolleson Public Library at 9555 W. Van Buren Street invites preschool-age children to read books, sing songs and take part in activities at 11 a.m. For information, call 623-936-2746.

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Disciple Outreach Ministries Bible Study

Disciple Outreach Ministries, a non-denominational ministry, invites all to a Bible study at 7 p.m. Wednesdays at 10486 W. Emerald

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Enjoy tea and coffee and meet fellow crafters and work on crochet, knitting or sewing projects. Come by the Goodyear Branch Library at 14455 W. Van Buren Street from 1:30 to 3 p.m. to join. For information, call 602-652-3000.

Festival Sage Rec Center Bookmobile

The Bookmobile, a library on wheels, will be at 26501 W. Desert Vista Boulevard, Buckeye, from 9 a.m. to noon. Visitors can get a library card and check out and return books. For information, call 623-349-6300.

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Ballet Arizona, EMCC collaborate on dance performance BY CARRIE SNIDER

West Valley View Contributing Writer

Dance students at Estrella Mountain Community College (EMCC) are getting an opportunity to work with Ballet Arizona’s Colleen Buckley, who is choreographing a dance they will perform at an upcoming event. The event, “Dancing Across the Valley,” will be held at 1 p.m. and 4 p.m. Saturday, March 23, at the school’s performing arts center, 3000 N. Dysart Road, Avondale. “Dancing Across the Valley” will feature Ballet Arizona’s professional company and studio company dancers, in addition to students from EMCC. Tickets, which cost $10 for general admission, will be available at the door. It’s free to Maricopa Community Colleges students who show a student ID. The collaboration between Ballet Ar-

izona and EMCC’s dance department is the first between the two groups, and something both had been hoping to achieve. Janaea Lyn McAlee, of EMCC’s residential dance faculty, has always believed with dance, it’s important to work together rather than compete. That’s why she reached out to Ballet Arizona to collaborate. One of the most important parts of the project, she explained, was making sure all dance students were able to participate in learning from the visiting professional. “They will all get to experience working with a professional, and they will also perform,” she said. “We are trying to bring more performing arts to the West Valley.” Ballet Arizona had also been looking to do more community outreach, and

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this has been a great opportunity to do just that. Earlier in March, Buckley spent a day with the students to work on initial choreography, and then before the performance she will return for a week-long residency to help them further prepare. Buckley, who has Pictured is Tzu Chia Huang of Ballet Arizona. The company as been with Ballet Ar- well as EMCC dance students will perform at EMCC. It is the first time Ballet Arizona and EMCC have collaborated in this way. (Phoizona since 2017, to courtesy Rosalie O’Connor) began dancing at a very young age. She “I was scared, but it’s been fun,” he became more serious about dancing at said. “She made it more modern.” age 12. She attended the Draper Center Dalyla Bates, another dance major for Dance Education in Rochester, New at EMCC, said Buckley really helped York, and then graduated in dance edu- everyone at all ability levels learn the cation from Indiana University. This is choreography. her second season with Ballet Arizona. “I thought it was going to be strict, EMCC students and Buckley are but she broke down the moves,” she learning from each other. This has been said. her first time choreographing. So far, it EMCC dance major Alize Rojas, has been a great experience. who has been dancing since she was “The students were willing to try 10 and mostly does hip hop, said ballet new moves and push themselves out- wasn’t really on her radar until this opside their comfort zones,” she said. “I portunity came about. want to challenge them, but I also want “I’m used to dancing with no rules, them to feel good on stage.” and ballet is all rules. But it was a good The Phoenix area has a lot of profes- experience and I’ve learned a lot,” she sional dance performances, but it can said. be hard for those in the West Valley, During the residency, Community including the dance students, to be able Engagement Manager Alexandra Pato attend and learn from those profes- pazian will offer special insights to the sionals. That’s a big reason why this EMCC students about the lifestyle and collaboration has been so important. career of ballet dancers. “The dance students at EMCC will After the performance on March 23, have the opportunity to perform along- audience members will have the opside professional dancers and attend a portunity to participate in a brief Q&A live professional ballet performance. with dancers and event organizers. We are making ballet accessible for them by removing the barriers of ticket cost and travel,” Buckley said. “DANCING ACROSS THE VALLEY” Continuing that idea to younger When: 1 p.m. and 4 p.m. dancers in the area, this year, Ballet ArSaturday, March 23 izona is offering ballet classes for preWhere: Estrella Mountain school-kindergarten age kids at EMCC. Community College’s EMCC dance major Anthony Castro Performing Arts Center, loves dancing because it allows him to 3000 N. Dysart Road, Avondale express himself. When he heard BuckInfo: boxofficeatestrellamountain. ley was coming, it seemed a bit dauntedu ing. He wasn’t experienced with ballet.

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Achieving good health and overall wellness is a state of mind. Health-minded folks can change the way they think about their health with Buckeye’s new Healthy Habits workshop from 5:30 to 6:30 p.m. Monday, March 25, at Sundance Park, 22865 W. Lower Buckeye Road. This free workshop is part of Buckeye’s Fitness in the Park series and is hosted by behavioral registered dietician Maya Nahra. She’ll show participants how daily habits, thoughts and

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Rosa Parks, Harriet Tubman, Sojourner Truth, Marian Anderson and Willie Mae Ford Smith are just five of the many historical characters in Seek First Entertainment’s “Black Women Walking.” This 90-minute, one-act play returns to the West Valley on Saturday, March 30, at Estrella Mountain Community College. This is the first year the play has branched out west and the second time it will perform in Avondale. The previous one was March 1. Director Kevvin Taylor said, “People can expect to get a glimpse of American history. I think sometimes we separate women’s history, African American history and Latino history. For me, it’s about what you bring to the experience, and I hope they get a better understanding of our country and the women that made history.” The play is about African-American women in history as they tell their life stories, Taylor said. With the help of dancing, gospel music and multimedia elements, the audience travels through

history and learns more about the wellknown figures as well as those who seemingly have been forgotten. The play originally began in a church basement in Phoenix with three actresses portraying the 11 characters. Now, the play has been running for 12 consecutive years, has won “The Best of Fest” award at the Atlanta Black Theater Festival, and has grown to 16 actresses, four chorus members and three professional dancers. As the play grew, Taylor said, the elements that tell the story developed as well. Seek First Entertainment has partnered with Maricopa Community Colleges and is excited to be working with Estrella Mountain, Taylor said. Since it is a partnership, both sides get benefits and it is more developed, Taylor said. Tim Butterfield, manager of EMCC’s performing arts center and an adjunct faculty member, said the play “was really important, because with the makeup of our student body it’s tough to do plays that are all black, all latino, all women. This play brings in important aspects to our students and the community.”

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Dog Days of Buckeye Buckeye’s annual dog-centric event returned to Sundance Park from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. Saturday, March 2. In addition to plenty of pups, the event’s sixth incarnation featured local vendors and a variety of activities. The family-friendly event also allowed some dogs to let out their inner competition, by duking it out for the titles in longest ears and longest tail. There were also small dog races and musical chairs. 1. Faith got involved in a dog kissing booth; 2. Milan Duke and Rollo participate in a Frisbee competition; 3. Rollo catches a Frisbee during a competition; 4. Theresa Webster strolls her dogs around Sundance Park during Buckeye’s sixth annual Dog Days event; 5. Pete won the longest ear competition; 6. Selia Murillo, Adam Murillo and son Joshua Murillo, 5, pet a cat from the Saving Orphan Souls Rescue; 7. Todd Webb attends Dog Days of Buckeye with his own pooches.

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Mabel Padgett students turn the tables on View editors BY TAYLOR O’CONNOR West Valley View Staff Writer

West Valley View’s Connor Dziawura and Christina Fuoco-Karasinski recently spoke to fourth- and fifth-grade classes at Mabel Padgett Elementary School. The tables were turned on them and the kids interviewed the editors. Here is the second collection of stories written by Mabel Padgett students. The first batch of students’ stories ran on February 27. Connor Dziawura and Christina Fuoco are writers for the newspaper. Connor Dziawura is the assistant and has been working in the newspaper business for about three years. Christina Fuoco has been working for 30 years – that’s a lot. But anyway, they interview a lot of famous people. They edit zero to 10 times. They also try to write 10

stories per week and talk to people on the phone five or more times per week. Leah Connor Dziawura and Christina Fuoco write newspapers about politics, entertainment, music and much more. They also interview a lot of awesome people including Devin Booker and Jim Carrey! They also do Nearby News Mesa and The Entertainer! Magazine. They do many reports about kids’ football and other stuff like that. They said it took a lot of work with school, but now they are professionals. They’re awesome. Noah These journalists have been writing for 30 years now! They’ve met many famous people. They talk to famous people and call them five times a week. Also, they upload once a week be-

cause they have to think of what they will write about. And they’ve met sports players and SpongeBob’s voice! They’ve never met any YouTubers. Ricky Have you ever wondered what a newspaper writer does? Well, I am here to tell you! It takes a long time to write stories. It takes about a week. They interview three people a week, like Larry Fitzgerald, a famous football player. They also interviewed the mayor and politicians. They also tell people about events. After writing a story, they have to publish it or fix it many times. Also, they interviewed the voice of SpongeBob and famous wrestlers. This is what newspaper writers do every week. Caden Christina Fuoco and Connor Dziawura are reporters from the West Valley View. They interview celebrities, football players, baseball players and politicians. West Valley View has many sister publications. Christina Fuoco has been a writer for 30 years. Connor Dziawura has been a writer for three years. They edit their stories about 10 times. It takes them two weeks to write a story. They usually write up to 10 stories a week. They interview people like the rapper Eminem, the basketball player Devin Booker, Phoenix Rising soccer players and Taylor Swift. Most of the time, they interview people on the phone, not so much in person. Well, that’s about it for these two amazing writers. Go check out their West Valley View newspapers! Amiah I think they have a really good job. They are good at their job. I was very interested about who they interviewed. They are very good. They write and edit. They talk to each other to understand the complications. They are a very great team. I was very excited to ask questions and interview them myself. They interviewed people like Katy Perry and Eminem, who are good singers. I had fun interviewing. I really hope I can do it again some time. Alex

Learning about what Connor Dziawura and Christina Fuoco do was really fun and it was a cool experience. They write newspapers for West Valley View and many others. They have interviewed many people like Eminem, players on the baseketball teams and a lot of other people. I think this would be a fun job to do when I’m older. Thanks to them they have encouraged me to start writing stories of my own. Avery My name is Taylor and I interviewed Connor Dziawura and Christina Fuoco. They talk to and meet lots of cool people. I like the people who they interviewed; cool people like Taylor Swift. I like Taylor Swift because she has my name and she has a beautiful singing voice and is really beautiful at her concerts. Taylor Connor Dziawura and Christina Fuoco are both really great writers who I just interviewed. I have learned a lot about them in such a short time. They work for the West Valley View. They have also interviewed so many famous people like Jim Carrey, Eminem, the voice of SpongeBob Square Pants, Taylor Swift and so many others. Connor and Christina have different backgrounds, but they both grew up as writers, which is very cool. When Connor and Christina are writing their stories, it doesn’t just take them two days. It takes them a whole week. In their newspaper, they have a lot of sections that are all about different stuff. One question I have asked Connor and Christina was, “Who was the most famous person you have interviewed?” They answered me and said, “The most famous person who I have interviewed was probably Eminem.” They also said their writing process is no different than my school’s writing process, which is drawing a plan, writing a rough draft, editing the rough draft, writing a final draft, editing the rough draft, writing a final draft and possibly typing my final. I had a great time interviewing Connor Dziawura and Christina Fuoco and it was so fun to learn all about them and their job. Casey

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Liberty students engage with astronaut BY WEST VALLEY VIEW STAFF

NASA astronaut Lt. Col. Anne C. McClain interacted via video conferencing from the International Space Station with kindergarten through eighth-grade students at Liberty Elementary School. McClain answered questions posed by students and demonstrated doing somersaults and eating floating almonds in zero gravity. Students were interested in the challenges she faced in persevering through education and training. Still cameras were not allowed to photograph McClain. “I credit my high school math teacher for making me believe I could do hard things, and she is the reason I am an astronaut today,” McClain said. One student asked, “Did you ever get scared or second guess yourself when you were getting ready to take off?” McClain encouraged the students to be comfortable with being scared and to push themselves to try things beyond their capabilities. Another student asked, “When you started with NASA, did you want to give up?” McLain re-

Liberty Elementary School students visited with NASA astronaut Lt. Col. Anne C. McClain via video conferencing, thanks to first-grade teacher Sue Unruh. Still cameras were not allowed to photograph McClain, according to Liberty Elementary School District Superintendent Lori Shough. (Photo courtesy Liberty Elementary School District)

sponded, “Never.” Above all, McClain advised students to “Believe in yourselves so you can make a difference in the world when you grow up.”

First-grade teacher Sue Unruh organized the space discussion. As a tribute to McClain the first-grade students made paper astronauts.

The mini-astronauts were drawn on paper plates with space helmets encased in plastic wrap. McClain provided Liberty Elementary students with direct access to a female role model in the science technology, engineering and mathematical (STEM) careers. “When students are given opportunities to meet STEM professionals and to hear them talk about how they got started in their careers, they are more likely to maintain interest in STEM disciplines and pursue rigorous coursework needed to complete STEM degree programs,” Superintendent Lori Shough said. McClain earned a Bachelor of Science in mechanical/aeronautical engineering from West Point and a Master of Science degree in aerospace engineering from the University of Bath. Her career path has extended from the Army as a pilot and aviation instructor to serving as a crew member of Expedition 58/59 that launched to the International Space Station in December 2018.

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NASCAR star Jimmie Johnson visits Avondale school BY ERIC NEWMAN

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Around 1,000 students, staff and executives took to the outdoor basketball courts at Estrella Vista STEM Academy in Avondale February 28 to welcome NASCAR driver Jimmie Johnson to their school for a special visit. Johnson, a seven-time NASCAR Cup Series Champion, pulled up in a promotional car to speak to the large group of screaming K-8 students, as part of the school’s month-long technology in careers program. He said technology and engineering play a surprisingly high role in success on a racetrack. On a regular race day, more than 25 employees help maintain and drive a car, most of them needing at least a basic science background. “It’s a nonstop science project or engineering project to figure out how to make the car more efficient, how to make the tires last longer, how to make the fuel last longer, all of those factors play into winning a race,” Johnson said. “Now it’s safe to say probably 80

Jimmie Johnson signs an autograph for a young fan at Estrella Vista STEM Academy in Avondale. (West Valley View photo by Eric Newman)

percent of our workforce at NASCAR has an engineering degree.” Among those who got to interview Johnson was eighth-grader Nathaniel Pazos. Pazos was one of two students who were selected due to success in a class speech project.

“I loved shaking his hand. Being able to say I had a conversation with him, and learn from what he’s done, it’s really cool,” Pazos said. Estrella Vista STEM Academy Principal Richard Ramos wants his students to understand they can do more

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than work in a lab with a science, math and engineering background. “To get a role model like this is huge because I want these kids to start seeing themselves in their careers, visualizing the future that these types of jobs are accessible, and we start grooming them as early as kindergarten.” In addition to answering questions and signing autographs for interested young fans, Johnson visited multiple classrooms to take part in their career-oriented projects. He also presented students junior tickets to see him race at the TicketGuardian 500 at ISM Raceway on March 10. He and his wife, Chandra, developed the Jimmie Johnson Foundation in 2006. Among its many charitable events is an annual golf tournament in San Diego, which raises money for K-12 education. He said technology helps kids become amazing members of the workforce. “Honestly, I’m jealous of all the kids are learning at this age here. I wish I could have been learning some of this when I was in school. They’ve got bright futures,” he said.

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Young Authors Kickoff Mabel Padgett Elementary School students had a special surprise on March 1 – a visit by The Cat in the Hat and Thing 1 and Thing 2, who stopped by to celebrate Dr. Seuss’ birthday. The event also served as a kickoff to the Young Authors Program. 1. Italia Longoria and Bruce Eager are surprised by the guest in their lunchroom, The Cat in the Hat, otherwise known as David Schwake, a former local school official; 2. Sophia Rubalcava and Jazzlyn Navarro are excited about their lunchtime visitor; 3. David Schwake, a former local school official, dressed as The Cat in the Hat to celebrate Dr. Seuss’ birthday; 4. Dr. Seuss’ inspiration is apparent throughout Mabel Padgett Elementary School; 5. The Cat in the Hat, a.k.a. David Schwake, visited Mabel Padgett Elementary School in Goodyear with Thing 1 and Thing 2, Cindy Schwake and Linda Dardano; 6. Fourth-grade teacher Mary Mahoney and students Jake Charbonneau, Gariyah Reed and Avni Samra pose with The Cat in the Hat, or David Schwake; 7. The Cat in the Hat slaps the kids’ hands in honor of Dr. Seuss’ birthday.

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Chris passed away February 8, 2019. He was born to James and Barbara Vaught of Avondale on September 11, 1967. He is survived by his wife Lisa Vaught; father James Vaught Jr; sister Kimberly Nolan (Joe), brother David Vaught (Amy); nephews Brandon Farris (Valerie), Austin Farris (Kerry); nieces Whitney Tres (Stephen), Hailey Sturgeon (Ryan); great nephews Wyatt and JD; great nieces Aubrey, Addison, and Cora. He was preceded in death by his mother Barbara. Private family services were held March 2nd.

Jerry (JJ) Michael Kimbrell Jerry Michael Kimbrell Jr (JJ) was born on July 1, 1977. He took his last breath at 7:15 am March 5, 2019. He lived a full life of fun and laughter. He was a great artist who enjoyed doing tattoos. He was a son, brother, Uncle and a father. He leaves behind his son Daniel Kimbrell and daughter Alyssa Kimbrell. His long time girlfriend Netasha. His parents Jerry (Mike) & Judy Kimbrell, one brother Rick (Lara) Meeks, two sisters Wanita (Jerry) Lopez and Amanda Rose. One grandmother Gracie (Arnold) Chivers of AR. Lots of nieces and nephews. He is preceded in death by his brother Randy Meeks, sister Wistina (Tina) Kimbrell and a nephew Jerry Lopez Jr.

Donald William Fyfe Donald William Fyfe, age 87 of Goodyear, died February 22, 2019, in Goodyear. He was born in 1932 to Clifford and Marie Fyfe in Terre Haute, IN. Donald is survived by his daughters, Tracy Duff, and Gail Ashley; sons, David and Matthew Fyfe; sister Carolyn Welch; five grandchildren; and one greatgrandchild. He was preceded in death by his wife, Virginia Fyfe and older brother, James Fyfe. Services were held on Saturday, March 2, 2019, at First Southern Baptist Church of Avondale. Condolences for the family may be left at www.ThompsonFuneralChapel.com.

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Raymond (Ray) Clarence Peterson Jr, age 70, of Goodyear Arizona, passed away peacefully Monday February 11th 2019 at his home in Arizona. At the time of his passing, he was surrounded by his loving wife of 50 years. Ray was born September 4, 1948 in Fort Sill Oklahoma to Raymond and Mildred Peterson. At the young age of 18, he chose service to country by enlisting in the United States Army. During his six years in the service he would serve two combat infantry tours in Vietnam with the Army’s 1st Calvary Division, earning numerous combat medals. After his honorable discharge in 1972, he would continue what became his life’s work in serving what he called his “brothers in arms”, joining the United States Department of Veterans Affairs as a Federal Investigator. He spent 33 years seeking justice for Veterans who had been harmed by financial fraud and benefit manipulation crimes before ultimately retiring from public service in 2005. His retirement afforded him the opportunity to enjoy what he valued most in life; family, video games, good laughs, and his hot sauce collection. He took advantage of every opportunity he had to make his grandchildren smile, wearing his silly train conductor hat or Spongebob Squarepants trousers usually did the trick. He felt no greater honor than waking each day tasked with caring for his wife of 50 years whom he adored. He was a simple man… extremely humble, gracious, and proud. He was selfless, thinking more of those around him than he did of himself. Most important, he loved deeply and unconditionally. Ray is survived by his loving wife of 50 years, Faith Peterson; along with two children, daughter Kimberley Roberts and her husband Phillip of Rohnert Park, California, son Raymond Peterson and his wife Rae of San Diego, California; four grandchildren, Keylee, Ashlee, Riley, and Emma; three brothers, Mark, Tom, and Kenny Peterson, as well as one sister, Patricia Taylor of Fort Worth, Texas; and many loving nieces, nephews, and relatives. He was preceded in death by his parents, Raymond and Mildred. A memorial and scattering of ashes at sea will be held during the summer in San Diego. The family kindly requests that all donations be made payable to the American Cancer Society.

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Medical Assistant for Front/Back office Flex hours, evenings & weekends for west side family practice. Computer skills. Starting $14. Fax Resume623-936-7980 alcocer59@hotmail.com Are you energized by being in the action, you'll be on your feet 8-10 hours a day, walking, bending, lifting up to 50 pounds that keeps your body in constant motion. Are you incredibly reliable & responsible. You must have excellent attendance and consistently meet goals and metrics. Have high school diploma or equivalent, need to be at least 18 years old. Starting wage is $13.46. You may apply on line at www.stitchfix.com/careers Looking for Production, Planner and Shipping Associate. Responsibilities will include work within and with the production shipping and receiving groups both systematically and/or manually to aide in insuring smooth operations throughout production and distribution. Tasks may include, but are not limited to raw material receipt, production planning/scheduling, inventory monitoring, carrier appointments and paperwork, and carrier delivery follow up. Manufacturing scheduling exp, preferred. email resume to careers@kingkoil.com

EMPLOYMENT WANTED Reputable feed mill in Buckeye looking for two full-time positions, day shift hand add specialist, to assist in mixing feed, general clean up and perform various tasks as needed. Will need to be able to pick up and move 50 lbs. bags, forklift/skid steer loader experience needed. Position for swing shift loader to load trucks also needed. Benefits offered, include dental, vision and 401k, we are a ESOP employer Candidates are welcome to apply on line @ www.westernmilling.com/careers, walk ins are welcome, apply at 29700 W. Lower River Rd, Buckeye 602-251-3600

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GARAGE SALES/ BAZAARS

LANDSCAPING SERVICES

MISCELLANEOUS FOR SALE

Coldwater Springs HOA Community Garage sale. Sat. March 16th 8am-? Subdivisions between Aqua Fria and Avondale Blvd. Directions from I10: Exit 131, head South on Avondale Blvd, right on Coldwater Springs blvd.

Yard Work clean ups, removal, sod installation, irrigation systems, hauling, rock spreading. Not a licensed contractor. Juan 623-242-4161 or 623-242-4159

Buying silver dimes, quarters, half coin and coins,watches & pocket watches, call 623-594-4987

RUSSELL RANCH HOA COMMUNITY WIDE YARD SALE Sat., March 30 7AM -2PM 200+ Homes Participating. Electronics, Furniture, Dishes, Clothes, Art, Citrus / Bethany Home.

FINANCIAL SERVICES LOAN ON MOBILE HOME TITLE In Park or Land With Less Than 25% Mortgage. $500 to $5,000 Max, No Job or Credit Needed, No Initial Cost & No PrepaymentFees. 602-696-3288

GARAGE DOOR/ SERVICES AZ Best Garage Door Service Service & Installation Door off Track Routine Maintenance Licensed, Bonded & Insured Valley Wide Service 24/7 623-225-1930 azbestgaragedoors.com

HANDYMAN JOEL Cedillo- I do construction work! Concrete, Block, Stucco, Bobcat work, Haulaway, Demolition. Call for free estimates, 623-707-6072. *Not A Licensed Contractor

HANDYMAN - 37 years experience. Drywall, framing, plumbing, painting, electrical, roofing and more. Stan 602-434-6057

LANDSCAPING SERVICES O.N.B. Specializes in landscaping and trimming. Also Concrete: patios, driveways, sidewalks, additions and more. Free estimates. 623-249-0610 - Robert Residential/Commercial.

with View Classifieds every Wednesday!

623.535.VIEW (8439)

MISCELLANEOUS FOR SALE KILL BED BUGS! Buy Harris Bed Bug Sprays, Kits, Mattress Covers Available: Hardware Stores, The Home Depot, homedepot.com DIATOMACEOUS EARTH-FOOD GRADE HARRIS DIATOMACEOUS EARTH FOOD GRADE 100% OMRI Listed-For Organic Use Available: Hardware Stores, The Home Depot, homedepot.com Estate Sale, lots of tools and furniture Saturday March 16 & Sunday March 17th at 8:00 am, 4654 N. 105th Ave, Phoenix Factory running boards off 05 Chevy Trail Blazer $125 cash call Larry @ 623-594-4814 KILL ROACHESGUARANTEED! Buy Harris Roach Tablets, Sprays, & Concentrate Available: Hardware Stores, The Home Depot, homedepot.com KILL SCORPIONS! Buy Harris Scorpion Spray/Kit Odorless, Non-Staining Effective Results Begin After Spray Dries Available: The Home Depot, homedepot.com, Hardware Stores

2017 SUBZERO Pro 36, in excellent cond., built in ice maker, french door style, bottom freezer, Only $4000, valued at new $12,000. 623-670-9670 lv msg

PETS/SERVICES HORSE Pellet Delivery 250# outdoor container SSS @ 623-556-7597

LAND FOR SALE 1 to 18 acres, starting $10,000, various locations, payments, owner/agent, Call Ken, 602-510-8900 10 Acres Power, water, natural gas available. $79,000 556th Ave, Tonopah AZ. Owner will carry for 3 years at low 7% 602-618-1159 www.firstbuyusa.com

MANUFACTURED HOMES SALE/RENT NICE fenced, covered RV spots available for rent, in Arlington, AZ,lady from Citrus & Dysart please 623-386-4067

WANTED TO BUY $100-$500+ Cash for Junk Cars all "as is" autos! Good condition more $$$$. Best Prices! Fast, free pickup. 602-329-3996

PUBLIC NOTICE CITY OF BUCKEYE PUBLIC NOTICE The City of Buckeye is seeking applicants to serve on the Buckeye Pollution Control Corporation, Airport Advisory Board, Community Services Advisory Board, and the Planning and Zoning Commission. In order to be considered for vacant seats, individuals must be eighteen years of age or older, a Buckeye resident for at least one year, and a registered voter. Interested individuals may complete and submit the Boards and Commissions Application found here: http://www.buckeyeaz.gov/boards-commissionsapplication/. For additional information, please contact the City Clerk’s Office at (623) 349-6914 or clerk@buckeyeaz.gov Publish: West Valley View/Business, Feb. 20, 27, Mar 6, 13, 2019 / 18622

PUBLIC NOTICE INVITATION TO BID

Bids Due: Thursday, April 18, 2019, 10:00 AM Project: Drilling and Installation of Marley Park Well #3

Marley Park Phase II LLC seeks qualified General Contractors, with a minimum A- General Engineering license, to submit sealed bids for the work as listed below in Surprise, AZ for the Marley Park® community. The Work collectively consists of drilling a pilot hole to the specified depth using reverse circulation rotary drilling method and collecting samples of the Marley Park Well No. 3, geophysical logging, depth-specific (zonal) groundwater sampling, and falling head test stand-by, borehole reaming, casing and screen installation, annular material installation, cement grout installation, well development and completion, well testing complete and ready for use in accordance with the Technical Specifications. Existing well abandonment in accordance with the Contract Documents and other associated work in accordance with the specifications. Copies of the specifications, bid documents and detailed information for this project may be obtained Wednesday, March 13 th by contacting Deana Burris via email dburris@dmbinc.com. A MANDATORY pre-bid meeting will be held on Wednesday, March 27, 2019 at 10:00am at the DMB Development office located in Verrado at 4236 N Verrado Way, Suite A200, Buckeye, AZ 85396. Sealed bids will be received until 10:00 AM Arizona Standard Time on Thursday, April 18, 2019 at the DMB Associates, Inc. offices located at 7600 E Doubletree Ranch Road, Suite 300, Scottsdale, AZ 85258. Bids submitted after 10:00 AM will not be accepted. Bids will be privately opened and evaluated. Unless all bids are rejected, the Contract will be awarded within fourteen (14) calendar days. The Contract will be awarded to the lowest qualified bidder that submits a complete and accurate bid. Bids made by Contractor pursuant to this Notice shall be accompanied by a surety bond for ten percent (10%) of the total bid submitted, listing Marley Park Phase II LLC as the Obligee, as a guarantee that the Contractor will enter into a contract to perform the Work, or as liquidated damages in the event the Contractor refuses or fails to enter into the Contract with Marley Park Phase II LLC upon award. No cashier’s checks will be accepted as bid surety. The bonds will be returned to all Contractors whose bids are not awarded Contract and to the successful Contractor upon execution of the Contract and receipt of Payment and Performance bonds for the Work. The cost for providing Payment and Performance bonds shall be included in the bid submittal. A Payment and Performance bond will be required in the amount of the awarded Contract total for the duration of the Contract. All bidders shall be required to submit, with their bid proposal, a completed Certificate of Insurance evidencing their ability to meet the insurance requirements for this project. The Contractor shall carry property damage and public liability insurance and shall hold and save harmless Marley Park Phase II LLC, and the City of Surprise from any employer’s liability and from any and all liens for materials or labor in connection with this Work as specified in the bid documents. Any bids submitted without the bid bond, certificate of insurance and any other items as required in the bid documents will be deemed incomplete, and will be rejected. Marley Park Phase II LLC reserves the right to reject any and all bids and to withhold the award for any reason Marley Park Phase II LLC determines necessary and appropriate. Award of the successful bid shall be subject to approval by Marley Park Phase II LLC or its representatives. Interested parties shall refer to the bid package and addendums for further information, or contact Deana Burris at dburris@dmbinc.com – reference Technical Specifications - “Drilling and Installation of Marley Park Well #3”. No engineers estimated will be given. Publish: West Valley View, Mar. 13, 20, 2019 / 19273

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BUSINESS & SERVICE DIRECTORY

ACCOUNTING

AIR CONDITIONING

Desert Valley Palms, llc Cynthia (Benson) Traugott, EA

OFFERING FULL ACCOUNTING & TAX SERVICES • Bookkeeping/QuickBooks • Individual & Business Tax Returns • Payroll

602-601-6002

www.desertvalleypalmsllc.com desertvalleypalmsllc@gmail.com

AC-HEAT-PLUMBING

FREE ESTIMATES! FREE DIAGNOSIS!

AIR CONDITIONING

CARPET CLEANING/ REPAIR

COOPER’S CARPET .. CLEANING Tile AND GROUT 623-872-8552

30 Years Experience Owner – Operator

25 OFF

A/C Repair!

OPEN 24/7/265 (623) 244-6447

COUPON REQUIRED

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APPLIANCE SERVICES

• Same Day Service • On-Site Repairs • Servicing All Major Brands • Quality Guaranteed

We Also Buy, Sell & Trade Used Appliances Working or Not

Commercial & Residential Housecleaning

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PATIOS, WALKWAYS, DRIVEWAYS, RV PARKING COMMERCIAL AND RESIDENTIAL CONCRETE DEMOLITION & PLACEMENT SPECIALTY CONCRETE FREE ESTIMATES

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AQUA STONE POOL PLASTERING

Remodeling & Concrete Resurfacing

CASH FOR JUNK CARS ~ All “As Is” Autos! ~

100- $500 +

Good Condition=More $$$

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623-329-2043

Licensed, Bonded, Insured • ROC 209166

HOME IMPROVEMENTS

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Mention this ad: Buy One Window Replacement Get the Second -1/2 OFF* Residential • Commercial Family Owned & Operated In Arizona Since 1977 www.demersglass.com

623-546-7714

Family - Owned and Operated LICENSED ROC#181530 BONDED • INSURED

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HANDYMAN

HandymanIam@cox.net

HANDYMAN & HOME IMPROVEMENT SERVICES

Check us out on Angie’s List, Manta, Porch and Yelp Business Listings.

714-380-9826 Not a licensed contractor

LANDSCAPING Same Owners, Same Great Service!

Custom Landscaping and Hardscaping Same Owners, formerly Flatiron Landscape

Same Great Service! Pavers. Artificial Grass. Putting Greens

15 Years Experience Call Now For SPECIAL DISCOUNTS

AUTO SERVICES

•No Job Too Small • Free Estimates

Professional Handyman

gabrielsapplianceservice@hotmail.com

New Doors & Openers Sales/Service/Installations/Repairs

Over 25 Years Construction Experience

• Pool Remodeling • Concrete Work & Deck Resurfacing • Landscape Design • Custom Work • Complete Demolitions Concrete & Pool Work • Complete Resurfacing: Pebble Tech, Quartz, White Plaster

(623) 535-9611

Licensed • Bonded • Insured

Broken Springs Replaced

GLASS SERVICES

GARAGE DOOR/ SERVICES

CONTRACTORS

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HOME REPAIR L.L.C.

Minnesota Ethics in an Arizona Economy

ELECTRICAL

CONCRETE / MASONRY

APPLIANCE SERVICES

Parts & Repairs for most major brands.

HANDYMAN I AM

602-931-0904

www.superchargedelectric.com

Office 623-872-7622

Licensed & Insured

HANDYMAN

623-512-6194

602-428-8733

Licensed/Bonded/Insured

480-659-1400

ARTS ERVICE ESTABLISHED IN 2006 Providing service to people, not just machines.

Thank you and have a great day! :) V. Meloy, McDonald’s

Fully insured. We carry work insurance on all employees.

If It’s Broken, We Can Fix It!

GABRIEL’S AP PPLIANCE &S

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WE DIG OUT ANYTHING!

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ELECTRIC

Carpet, Tile-Grout, & Air Duct Cleaning

GARAGE DOOR/ SERVICES

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CLEANING

ROC #156315, ROC #285317

CONTRACTORS

2-Year WARRANTY On All Work!

Pavers. Artificial Grass. Putting Greens Fireplaces. Outdoor Kitchens. Curbing. Custom Landscaping and Hardscaping

Garage Doors

Repair • Service • Installation Family Owned & Operated

623.556.8378

Same Day Service & Free Estimates Licensed, Bonded & Insured ROC #289066

GARAGE DOOR/ SERVICES • Service & Installation • Door Off Track • Routine Maintenance • Licensed, Bonded & Insured • Valley Wide Service 24/7 • Hablo Español ROC# 319202

BROKEN SPRINGS

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www.azbestgaragedoors.com

GARAGE DOOR/ SERVICES Avondale Garage Doors Inc. 432 N. Litchfield Rd. Unit 300 Showroom & Parts Store

Fix & Replace Garage Doors & Openers

LOW PRICES!

Bonded • Insured • Licensed AvondaleGarageDoors.com Licensed • Bonded • Insured • ROC #297133

Same Owners, Same Service! Custom Landscaping andGreat Hardscaping Concrete. Retaining Walls.

ROC#198687

623.466.3712

WHY PAY MORE? Mike 714-742-4527 Not a licensed contractor

Concrete. Walls. Irrigation and Repairs Pavers • ArtifiInstallation cial Retaining Grass • Putting Greens Fireplaces. Outdoor Curbing. Tree• and PlantKitchens. Installation Concrete Retaining Walls Fireplaces Irrigation Installation and• Repairs Outdoor • Cubring E FRE Tree andKitchens Plant Installation ST E Licensed-Bonded-Insured Irrigation Installation and Repairs IMATES ROC#202397. ROC#219652 TreeLicensed-Bonded-Insured and Plant Installation

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REMODELING

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(6 2 3) 5 8 2 - 4 4 7 7 LUXURY HOME REMODELS

KITCHEN & BATHS FLOORING ADDITIONS AGING IN PLACE ROOFING

Visit Our Design Studio 11203 W Nevada Ave. Youngtown, AZ LICENSED - BONDED - INSURED - ROC#223524

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WEST VALLEY BUSINESS

623.535.VIEW AIR CONDITIONING

PAINTING

LANDSCAPING

HANDYMAN

Mike’s Lawn Service LLC • • • • • •

Tree Trimming •Mowing & Edging Sprinkler Systems - Install & Repair Landscape Renovations General Clean Up • Weed Control Lighting • Concrete • Pavers Plant & Tree Installation

Serving the West Valley Since 1990

INTERIOR & EXTERIOR PAINTING References Available

Not a licensed contractor

Weekly Year Round Service! No job too big or too small

*FREE SECOND OPINIONS *EMERGENCY SERVICE *ALL MAKES & MODELS

Mike (623) 764-1294

**FREE QUOTES ON NEW EQUIPMENT** “FINANCING AVAILABLE”

Landscape

FAMILY OWNED & OPERATED WESTSIDE BUSINESS LICENSED ROC#313262-BONDED-INSURED “World Class Service - Hometown Feel”

www.airNOWac.com A+

623-932-1674

LANDSCAPING Arroyo Springs Landscape LLC

Free Estimates

Clean-ups • Weed Control Bush/Tree Trimming or removal Maintenance Sprinkler/Drip Repair • Overseed Dethatching • Planting • Mowing

Javier 623-249-9395 Not a licensed contractor

602.301.3429 (Call/Text)

623.910.0742

Landscape Maintenance Services * Irrigation system and repairs (Valves, drip, timers, & sprinklers) * Pavers * Artificial grass * Malibu lights * Maintenance, general clean-ups & hauling * House painting, interior & exterior AND MUCH MORE. CALL FOR FREE ESTIMATE. Residential & Commercial, Big Properties Not a licensed contractor

LANDSCAPING VISTA VISTA

LANDSCAPING

Insured & Bonded Insured & Bonded ROC#230926 ROC#230926

Lawn Care

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SOL SOL LANDSCAPE LANDSCAPE

• Tree Trimming

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• Weed Removal/Spray • One-Time Cleanup

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Uriel 623-297-0114 623-297-0114 Uriel

REMODELING

Specializing in LARGE TREE TRIMMING Antonio or Laura 623.206.3403

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Listed HOA/PORA

PAINTING

One Call Can Fix It All!

BRANDENBURG PAINTING

Interior & Exterior Bonded & Insured ROC #123818

Free Estimates

623-972-9150 623-695-3390

Bob

Plumbing Experts

PAINTING

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Free Estimates Jack Pacheco

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Jack Pacheco

602-422-3648 602-422-3648

Family Locally Owned & Operated 20 Years Experience

PAINTING

Drywall Repair/Texture Matching Acoustic Ceiling Removal Cabinets’ & Power Washing

Interior & Exterior

602-826-3969 Credit Cards Accepted ROC Lic. #143502 & Bonded

www.ampmhomeservices.com

FREE ESTIMATES

POWER WASH • WINDOW CLEANING • CABINETS DRYWALL REPAIR • ACOUSTIC CEILINGS BRUSH/ROLL/SPRAY • INTERIOR/EXTERIOR

Insured

brushstrokepaintingllc@gmail.com

MOBILE:

602-722-7696

Licensed, Bonded & Insured

*Not a Licensed Contractor

ROC Lic. #170982

PEST CONTROL

Residential, Commercial & Industrial Customers

FREE ESTIMATES

Jeff R. Saunders

623-299-7111

BRUSH STROKE PAINTING

Saunders Painting

Mobile Listed HOA/PORA

602-434-7050

ERIC SAUNDERS

RESIDENTIAL SPECIALISTS FOR ALL YOUR RESIDENTIAL FOR ALL YOUR INTERIOR SPECIALISTS & EXTERIOR PROJECTS INTERIOR & EXTERIOR PROJECTS

ALBRECHT AND SON

CALL FOR FREE ESTIMATES

LANDSCAPING

Weekly, Biweekly, Monthly & Quarterly

REPAIR-SERVICE-UPGRADE

VALLEYWIDE!

– Licensed and Bonded –

WINTER BROS PESTS, inc.

The Bug Stops Here

Termite - Pest - Pigeon Pro’s

• ALL PEST CONTROL • Fleas/ Ticks • Bed Bugs • Roaches • Weed control • All surfaces with 6 month guarantee • Residential / Commercial

— 623-869-7378 — Serving Arizona Since 1976 • Locally Owned & Operated

800-284-2392 602-275-4888 www.biochemexterminating.com

Lic# 4147

PEST CONTROL

FHA/VA Inspections

Bed Bugs, Bees, etc.

Basic Pest Service

FAMILY OWNED

49-75

Lic. / Est. 1981

100% Satisfaction Guaranteed

L&M

PEST & LANDSCAPING LLC

Our Goal is not to be the Biggest – Just the best!

Mitch Stevens OWNER-OPERATOR A Referral Is The Best Compliment Bus

623 932 4168 Cell 623 810 6035

License #8555 mes123us@yahoo.com

No Contracts • Payment Plans

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Remodels • Repairs Leaks • Toilets Water Softeners Gas • Sink/Faucets

Senior Citizen Discount FREE Estimates • Service/Repair

623-385-9580 ROC 233444 Licensed • Bonded • Insured

DRAIN CLEANING with Plumbing Inspection

Senior & Military Discounts

For All Plumbing Repairs

Buckeye Plumbing • Water Treatment Specialists • Residential & Commercial • Water Heaters Sr & Military Discount • Slab Leaks

623-386-0710

www.1buckeyeplumbing.com Licensed • Bonded • Insured ROC Lic #138051

POOL SERVICES

Built Stronger to Last Longer

PLUMBING

ROOFING

24 Hr. Service Plumbing Service & Repair Sewer & Drain Cleaning Free Estimates Free Plumbing Inspection

PLUMBING

Locally & Veteran Owned

triplerpool@gmail.com

623-935-9221

FREE SERVICE CALL

SENIOR DISCOUNTS •MILITARY DISCOUNTS Free Plumbing Inspection Call for details. Some restrictions may apply. Exp 4/30/19

AZ’S

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Water Heaters • Drain Cleaning • Faucets/Sinks • Slab Leaks Water Softeners • Toilets • Garbage Disposals

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“1 Call & We Do It All”

HAMILTON & HAMILTON

Licensed • Bonded • Insured ROC 229722 • PORA & HOA Gold Member

15% OFF Any Plumbing Repair

Licensed Contractor ROC C-37-120135 • ROC C-05-159059

Licensed • Bonded • Insured ROC#216918 • 216982

623-322-9100

Honest Integrity Value

Remodel • All Repairs Cleaning SVC “No Nonsense” www.triplerpool.com

623-299-2637

Plumbing & Drain Cleaning

125 OFF

Water Heater Install Call for details. Some restrictions may apply. Exp 4/30/19

623-688-5243 www.theplumberguy.com Licensed • Bonded • Insured ROC 185143, 192987

AIR CONDITIONING

ROC#273001 • 0 STRIKES • INSURED & BONDED

U.S.A.F. Retired. 25+ Yrs. Exp.

ROOFING Estrella Custom Designs

TRIPLE WE DO IT ALL!

Total Care Plumbing LLC

AS LOW AS $45 PER ISSUE ASK US HOW!

New Roofs, Repairs, Coatings, Flat Roof, Hot Mopping & Patching, & Total Rubber Roof Systems

FREE ESTIMATES

SAME DAY SERVICE 30 Years Experience References Available Licensed Bonded ROC 286561

623-522-9322

New Roofs & Reroofs

Repairs, Coatings, Walk Decks Home New Build or Renovate Additions Garages Patios

Kitchens Concrete Flooring

Painting & More

35 Years Experience in the Valley

EstrellaCustomDesigns.com

FREE ESTIMATES

623-293-2648

ROOFING 602-622-2859 623-936-5775

AZ MAD Heating & Cooling

Inc.

PLUMBING

PLUMBING (480) 452-2828 | (623) 329-5170

PLUMBING

623-535-8000

All Makes & Models Free 2nd Opinions • Free Equipment Quotes

35.00 CHECK-UP

All types of roofing!

FREE ESTIMATES!

26 Years Experience in the Valley! ROC Lic. #133241 • Bonded • Insured

ROOFING

Almeida Roofing Inc. All Types of Roofing

FREE

ESTIMATES!!!!!

Same Day Service

24 HR. EMERGENCY SERVICE

We raise the roof with our quality, service and value!

Re-Roofs New Roofs • Repairs

NO EXTRA $$$ FOR AFTER RS, WEEKENDHSOU HOLIDAYS!OR

Phoenix Metro Area

ROC#212627

Family Owned & Operated Not afraid to work weekends Get out of the crowd and join the family! UPHOLSTERY

WINDOW COVERINGS

FREE Estimates

We make SHUTTERS Affordable!

Commercial & Residential Expert Custom Upholstery Since 1976

DAVID’S UPHOLSTERY (623)

Offering Vinyl & Wood Shutters and Blinds too!

Call (602) 799-4450

872-3047

www.justshutters.info

PLUMBING If Your Water Won’t Flow or Your Air Won’t Blow...Call...

602-743-3175 www.almeidaroofing.com Licensed • Bonded • Insured ROC # 215758

STORAGE

www.fastflowplumbingandair.com Water Heater • Water Treatments • Faucets/Toilets • Leak locating Drain Cleaning • Heating • Air Conditioning • Air Purification Gas Pipe Repairs & Installation

24 hour e! Servic ra $) (No Ext

Rainbow Storage Truck, RV & Boat Storage 4 Acres Gated • Locked

Wayne Karstetter Cell: 208-481-2000 7331 S. Rainbow Rd. Buckeye, AZ 85326

Senior & Military Discounts

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WEST VALLEY VIEW NEWS | MARCH 13, 2019

ARIZONA’S BEST!

BE$T PEOPLE - BE$T PRICES LOWE$T TAX RATE

SINCE

1970

the Madness in March CoNTINUES at

FORD Mega Super Store Sales Event!

2018 FORD ECO SPORT S & SE ft!

Le ly 5

7,000

ft!

Le ly 4

15,695

nly

10,000

nly

7 nly

t! Lef

13,000

28,565

OFF MSRP

Starting @

29,765

#18217

OFF MSRP

Final Price!

2018 FORD EXPEDITION XLT, LTD & PLATINUM

10,000

OFF MSRP

Starting @

#18073

8,000

23,965*

19,090

ft! 2 Le

#18482

OFF MSRP

2018 FORD EDGE SEL & TITANIUM

#18474

ft! 3 Le

Starting @

ft! 1 Le

Onl

OFF MSRP

Starting @

2018 FORD EXPLORER XLT

#18610

8,000

OFF MSRP

2018 FORD FORD MUSTANG ECOBOOST

2018 FORD ESCAPE SE & SEL

#18411

Starting @

50,995 *

Manager’s Pre-Owned Sports Car Specials

PRE-OWNED

#X8363 1 Owner!! Only 69k Miles! Auto!

12,413

2014 DODGE CHARGER RT

17,913

#T8357 Sharp! 1 Owner! Hemi!

1999 FORD F-150

2006 FORD F-150 XLT

2009 VOLKSWAGON JETTA

2017 NISSAN VERSA SV

#P8319A 4x4, Clean! ......................................................... $5,713 #19096A Low Miles! ............................................................$5,813

2012 FORD FOCUS

#19113A Warranty Included! .........................................

2012 CHEVROLET CRUZE LT

5,913

#P8338A 1 Owner! ...............................................................$6,113

2008 FORD ESCAPE XLT

#P8253A Super Nice! ..........................................................$6,313

2013 HONDA ACCORD EX-L

#18512B Must See! ..............................................................$9,713

2010 FORD EXPLORER SPORT TRAC #18567B Rare! Very Nice! .................................................$9,813 2012 VOLKSWAGON BEETLE #T8307 W/Sound/Nav, Warranty Included! .......$9,913

#P8152A Crew Cab!! .......................................................$10,413 #T8339

Priced to Sell! ................................................$10,613

#T8341

Like New!.........................................................$11,813

2017 HYUNDAI ACCENT SE 2014 FORD ESCAPE SE

#18571A Low Miles, 1 Owner! .................................$12,713

2013 CHEVROLET EQUINOX LT #T8349 Must See! 1 Owner! ...................................$13,313 2015 KIA SOUL #T8361 Low Low Miles! ............................................$13,813 2005 FORD SUPER DUTY F-350 #P8316A Crew Cab 4x4! ..............................................$13,913 2013 FORD EDGE LIMITED #P8287A Loaded w/Equipment! ............................$14,413

2018 CHEVROLET CAMARO LT

#T8303 RS PKG! Like New! Loaded w/Equip!!

21,713

2017 HYUNDAI SONATA 2.4L #T8362 Like New!! ......................................................$14,913 2017 DODGE GRAND CARAVAN #T8359 Just Arrived!..................................................$15,513 2016 HYUNDAI AZERA #P8345 1 Owner, Like New! ...................................$15,713 2016 DODGE JOURNEY CROSSROAD #T8353 Sharp! ...............................................................$15,913 2017 NISSAN ROGUE SV #T8321 Priced to Sell! ...............................................$16,813 2016 KIA SORENTO LX #T8356 1 Owner! Only 21k Miles!......................$16,913 2012 FORD EXPLORER LIMITED #18552A Loaded! Low Low Miles! ......................$20,713 2015 RAM 1500 #X8280A Crew Cab! Only 41k Miles! ....................$20,913

24600 W. YUMA ROAD, BUCKEYE JUST SOUTH OF I-10 BETWEEN MILLER AND WATSON ROADS

623.386.4429 | JONESFORDBUCKEYE.COM *Must qualify and finance through Ford Motor Credit Financing. All sales prices and offers cannot be combined with any other offers or promotions. Prices subject to change. All vehicles subject to prior sale. Prices do not include sales tax, license, $379.00 dealer doc fee and any dealer add-ons. Prices valid through 03/19/2019. Sales vehicles may have scratches, dents or dings. See dealer for details.

SPECIALS!

2006 FORD MUSTANG GT PREMIUM