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No charges will be filed in the death of a 16-year-old Boy Scout from Goodyear who passed away after running out of water while on a hike, according to officials. Joshua “Josh” Michael White, 16, was hiking Picacho Peak in Southern Arizona, according to Pinal County Sheriff’s Office spokeswoman Navideh Forghani, when he ran out of water at the top and “began to have some issues” on the way back down. The troop, which was led by two adults, at least one of whom was a Scout leader, called for help, Forghani said. But by the time park rangers arrived, the teen was already unconscious without a pulse. First responders performed lifesaving measures, but White was ultimately pronounced deceased at the scene. Capt. Patrick Calhoun, spokesman for the Avra Valley Fire District, said three Josh White, 16, was a student volunteer of Summit CommuniChurch and a member of the Estrella Foothills junior varsity other individuals were eval- ty football team. (Photo courtesy Thompson Funeral Chapel) uated at the scene but were not taken to the hospital. According to re- firmed by various individuals close to ports, two of the individuals were adults him. His obituary with Thompson Funeral and one a child. Chapel reported he “died unexpectedly” Though PCSO did not release the teen’s April 27. name and the cause of death has not yet He was a member of Boy Scout Troop been revealed, White’s passing was con-
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Chemicals found in drinking water at Luke AFB BY DARRELL JACKSON West Valley View Staff Writer
The U.S. Air Force reported it found the water in wells and groundwater at Luke Air Force Base tested positive for toxic chemicals. The U.S. Air Force report covers Luke AFB and the Gila Bend Air Force Auxiliary Field. Testing was conducted to determine if two chemicals — perfluorooctane sulfonate and perfluorooctanoic acid — from a foam firefighting agent were evident. The foam had an usually high concentration of the two chemicals. The base firefighters began using the foams to fight fires in 1972 and continued to use it until 2013 in fires ranging from F-15s to vehicle fires on base. The drinking water was deemed safe at both locations, but more analyses in area surrounding Luke AFB is pending. Testing continues. The report does not say if the chemicals made their way into public or private water wells off base. Residents are concerned. “Shouldn’t we have been told our water may be bad for us?” asked Johnathan Gomez, who lives near the base. “I just want to know if my kids are going to get sick from our water and if it is harmful. I still can’t believe we were not told about this.” Perfluorooctane sulfonate and perfluorooctanoic acid were also used in household products, including water-repellent fabrics, nonstick pans and some paints. The firefighting foam the Air Force used is highly effective. Luke AFB representatives said they
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WEST VALLEY VIEW NEWS | MAY 8, 2019
Coalition’s leader recognized as ‘education hero’
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Western Maricopa Coalition (WESTMARC) President and CEO Sintra Hoffman was recently recognized as Estrella Mountain Community College’s 2019 Education Hero. Hoffman’s recognition was the result of her involvement and efforts in the WESTMARC-led workforce development strategy West Valley Pipeline. This initiative helped EMCC secure $31 million in funds for capital improvements that will create more space for nursing programs and reduce the current wait list. In addition, EMCC President Dr.
Luke...continued from page 1 have requested permission, and will begin testing private wells in Glendale, Goodyear and unincorporated areas within the 1-mile radius of the base. If they find contamination, they would extend the radius search of the water. Officials have said any well owners who want to test their water supply independently are asked to contact Maricopa County for assistance. Even with the report of contamination, city officials in surrounding ar-
Ernie Lara noted Hoffman plays an integral role in supporting and hosting interns through the college’s program. “Sintra promotes the benefits of having internships as a catalyst to shape our future workforce,” Lara said. “As a member of our President’s Community Advisory Council, Sintra also served on the Chancellor’s Maricopa Community Colleges Transformation Task Force in 2017. In this role, she represented the West Valley as a community member by reviewing structural, organizational, policy and leadership issues related to student
access and success, responsiveness to employers and industry needs.” Of the honor, Hoffman expressed gratitude, extending her appreciation of the collaborative efforts shared by WESTMARC and EMCC. “Chancellor Dr. Maria Harper-Marinick’s foresight in transforming industry and education partnerships is creating programs and opportunities to support the rapidly changing landscape of workforce development,” Hoffman said. Moving forward, Hoffman and WESTMARC will continue to advocate and fortify collaborative efforts with Marico-
pa Community Colleges to help propel educational opportunities and economic development throughout the West Valley. Headquartered in Glendale, WESTMARC is a coalition of public, private and education leaders that is committed to the West Valley’s economic vitality and enhanced quality of life. Founded in 1990, the coalition membership is comprised of the cities of Avondale, Buckeye, El Mirage, Gila Bend, Glendale, Goodyear, Litchfield Park, Peoria, Phoenix, Sun City, Sun City West, Surprise, Tolleson, Wickenburg and Youngtown.
eas — including Goodyear, Litchfield Park, Glendale and Avondale — have told residents the water is safe. Liberty Utilities, who supplies the Valley’s water, said it tests the water constantly for any chemicals and filters out high amounts of contaminants that are found. In a statement, Goodyear Mayor Georgia Lord called resident safety the city’s No. 1 priority, and said the city has “full confidence that Luke officials will conduct a thorough analysis and the city will support the efforts.”
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Canyon Council, issued a statement: “This is a very difficult time for our Scouting family. We are deeply saddened by the death of one of our youth members. We offer our sincerest condolences to his family, and we will support them in any way that we can. Please join us in keeping his family and friends everywhere in your thoughts and prayers. “We are mindful of the impact this incident may have on Scouts and volunteers, and grief counselors are standing by to care for our youth members and adult leaders.” According to Thompson Funeral Chapel, a memorial service will be held at 10 a.m. Friday, May 10, at Christ Evangelical Lutheran Church, 918 S. Litchfield Road, Goodyear. The family also requests donations be made to the Estrella Foothills High School Booster Club and Boy Scout Troop 99.
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99 of Litchfield Park achieving Life Rank. He was also a student volunteer at the Summit Community Church, and attended Estrella Foothills High School, where he was on the junior varsity football team and was an honorary member of the Pythagorean Society. The Wolves football team issued a statement via Twitter: “Our heartfelt condolences go to the family of our beloved teammate Josh White who passed away on Saturday.” Coach Clay Bewley also commented on White’s passing via Twitter: “Thoughts and prayers go out to the family & loved ones of one of our own, Josh White. He was an incredible young man. My heart is truly broken hearing of his passing.” Andy Price, Scout Executive/CEO for the Boy Scouts of America’s Grand
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Rising opioid, vaping use topic of presentation at Buckeye school BY CARRIE SNIDER
West Valley View Contributing Writer
In 1980, around 6,900 people died of a drug overdose in the United States. In 2017, that number spiked to over 72,000. Of those, 49,000 drug overdose deaths were due to opioids. The numbers are staggering, which is leaving parents and schools wondering how they can help safeguard their children. The Odyssey Institute for Advanced and International Studies in Buckeye recently hosted Stephanie Siete, public information officer for Community Bridges Inc., a nonprofit that offers medically integrated behavioral health programs that include prevention, education and treatment services throughout Arizona. She spoke about the rise of opioid and vape use. Siete travels the country educating people about drugs and how to stay safe. “Never put an unknown substance into your body,” she said. Because of the evolution of drugs, she said there are many look-alikes, and taking the wrong thing can mean death. “We have to be smarter than any other generation before us,” she added. Siete offered stories behind the numbers, like grandparents who are raising their grandchildren because the parents had died from opioid overdose. Like a 9-year-old who called 911 because his baby sister stopped breathing after she
had taken a pill their parents had left out. Why are so many people dying from opioid use now more than ever? “Drugs today are purer than they’ve ever been,” Siete explained. “Back in the 1980s, heroin was 3% pure. Now it’s 60-90%.” The drug fentanyl is responsible for many overdose deaths, as its potency is 80 to 100 times stronger than morphine. Originally developed as a pharmaceutical for pain management of cancer patients, fentanyl’s abuse is also on the rise. According to the U.S. Drug Enforcement Administration, fentanyl is added to heroin to increase its potency, or to be disguised as highly-potent heroin. Many users believe that they are purchasing heroin but don’t realize they are purchasing fentanyl — which often results in overdose deaths. A lethal dose is just a few granules. That’s why you should never put an unknown substance into your body, she stressed again, because you don’t know if it might have fentanyl in it. Another reason opioid overdose is so prevalent now, Siete explained, is due to social media. We’re so connected and we have easier access to drugs that come from different parts of the world. The No. 1 thing parents and schools must do to safeguard youth is education, she said. “You have to make these topics a priority,” she said. But once isn’t enough. It should be a continual conversation of the dangers of drugs.
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of eighth graders had tried it. Since it doesn’t leave the typical cigarette smell, many parents have no idea. “Millions of youth are vaping,” Siete said. Vaping is the inhaling of a vapor created by an electronic cigarette. They have cartridges filled with a liquid that contains nicotine, flavorings and chemicals. But many teens are under the impression that vaping doesn’t have nicotine and is just “flavoring.” Through her talks throughout the country, Siete has seen students who are afraid to use school bathrooms because they’ve become a vaping hangout. Some schools have even installed vaping sensors in bathrooms or monitor bathroom use more closely. Still, it’s easy for students to take a “hit” or puff and exhale it into their shirt or backpack. It smells fruity, so it’s not as detectable as lighted cigarettes. It also tastes good. “There are 7,000 flavors,” Siete said. “The liquid comes in the bottle the size of an eye dropper. Much of the packaging looks like candy.” About 75% of teens who vape use the Juul brand, which looks like a USB drive. The Juul starter kit costs under $40. Other vaping companies sell e-cigs that look like pens or a portable phone charger. The Juul pod contains 59mg/ml of nicotine and is equal to one pack of cigarettes. “They are easy to use, and they’re discreet,” Siete said. “Girls can hide a Juul behind their bra strap.” While vaping is illegal for young teens, they are easy to access by pur-
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ADHS: Goodyear Fire is ‘premier’ EMS agency BY CONNOR DZIAWURA
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With the Buckeye Valley Fire District having recently been recertified as a Premier EMS Agency by the Arizona Department of Health Service’s (ADHS) Bureau of EMS and Trauma System, other agencies around the West Valley are on a similar track. According to Goodyear Fire Chief Paul Luizzi, ADHS has determined his department is also a Premier EMS Agency. “One of the important pieces for us was that not only do our firefighters and our administrators in the city manager’s office recognize the care that we do, (but) we’re also having really the top agency in the state that runs The Bureau of EMS recognize us as being a Premier EMS Agency,” Luizzi said. Ultimately, he said, the program affirms the level of care the department provides. “In Goodyear we’ve always had that mindset that we want to deliver the best care to our citizens, regardless of who delivers that care within the city, which station runs on the call. It has to be 100% all the time. Because that’s what people want when they call 911,” he explained. Though the Goodyear Fire Department was first certified in 2016, this time the requirements are a bit different. Established in 2009, the bureau’s voluntary Premier EMS Agency Program (PEAP) is aimed at improving “patient outcomes in Arizona through implementing evidence-based, highly
coordinated and standardized, prehospital care.” Administered by the bureau’s services and development section, PEAP updated its standards as of September 27 to require agencies to electronically report incidents and patient contacts; review suspected opioid overdoses, out-of-hospital cardiac arrests, ST-segment elevation myocardial infarctions, strokes, major traumas and incidents of pediatric resuscitation; use data to optimize patient care, including by developing training, education and policies; provide annual personnel updates via an online portal; and, if a certificate of necessity holder, maintain a policy that follows the Safe Transport of Children by EMS: Interim Guidance. “We have a very high level of commitment to our EMS program as far as reviewing all of our run reports, ensuring that what we learned from our run reports — maybe things that we missed. We’re turning that into training, which turns that into better care for our citizens,” Luizzi explained. Though Luizzi said recognition itself isn’t the goal, he noted it’s nice to know a third-party organization affirms the efforts the department puts forth. “It’s verification from an outside entity that has really no stake in how we operate every day. And they’re saying that Goodyear Fire Department meets these standards that the state sets forth,” Luzzi explained. “It’s just validation to the citizens that what we say we do, we’re absolutely doing day-in and day-out.”
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Special Olympics Arizona breaks ground in Goodyear BY ANDREA ESTRADA
West Valley View Staff Writer
Special Olympics Arizona (SOAZ) staff and athletes, alongside Goodyear Mayor Georgia Lord, Gov. Doug Ducey, The Thunderbirds and the Arizona Department of Corrections, broke ground on the new SOAZ state office and distribution center on April 24. The facility, which will be located at 2105 N. Citrus Road, adjacent to Perryville Prison, will provide office space for SOAZ staff to develop programs and services and training areas for athletes and coaches. And Jamie Heckerman, SOAZ chief executive officer, said the facility will also serve as a distribution Arizona Department of Corrections Director Charles Ryan his daughter, Madison, light the flame for the groundspace to facilitate equip- and breaking event for a new Special Olympics building in ment and services that will Goodyear. (West Valley View photo by Pablo Robles) reach over 25,000 athletes and unified partners in Arizona. Chance Cozby, 2019 WMPO chairIn agreement with the Department man. According to Cozby, the group of Corrections, the center will generate has donated over $5.1 million to SOAZ jobs for an inmate work crew that will over the years. contribute inventory, distribution, and “We’ve done our best to support banner and uniform production ser- their mission and their goals,” Cozby vices as well as have access to classes said. “And this year alone, we’re going and job training. to give our biggest gift in the history Lord said projects that promote ac- of the Thunderbirds Charities: $1 milceptance and inclusion like SOAZ’s lion.” steer Arizona in the right direction. Cozby said the WMPO gives the “This is where we need to move in group the platform to give back to the our state. This is where we need to community and announced the amount give people the opportunity,” she said. raised from the 2019 tournament: “(The) new facility will not only bene- $13,254,334. fit Special Olympics but the entire inArizona Department of Corrections tellectual disabilities community.” Director Charles Ryan — whose “perSOAZ athletes are examples of grit, sonal interest” in SOAZ grew through determination and perseverance, Du- the Law Enforcement Torch Run cey said. (LETR), the largest fundraising vehi“They inspire every one of us as cle for Special Olympics — said the citizens and Arizonans,” he said. “To groundbreaking marked an important every Special Olympics athlete in our milestone for the partnership between state, I want to say that not only is Ari- SOAZ, The Thunderbirds, the law enzona proud of you; we look forward to forcement community and the Departworking with you all in the months and ment of Corrections. years to come.” “(SOAZ) is going to have a phenomThe Thunderbirds — the group that enal distribution center here in just a hosts the Waste Management Phoenix matter of months, and we couldn’t be Open (WMPO) — has been support- happier about our relationship — and ing SOAZ athletes since 1975, said it will continue to grow.”
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O’Connor graduates from Lawmakers approve basic military training school safety mandates BY HOWARD FISCHER Capitol Media Services
U.S. Air Force Reserve Airman 1st Class Joshua O’Connor is a 2007 graduate of Millennium High School in Goodyear. (Photo courtesy Joint Hometown News Service)
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U.S. Air Force Reserve Airman 1st Class Joshua O’Connor graduated from basic military training at Joint Base San Antonio-Lackland, San Antonio, Texas. The airman completed an intensive, eight-week program that included training in military discipline and studies, Air Force core values, physical fitness, and basic warfare principles and skills.
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Airmen who complete basic training also earn four credits toward an associate in applied science degree through the Community College of the Air Force. O’Connor earned distinction as an honor graduate. He is the son of Cathrine and Kevin O’Connor of Buckeye. The airman is a 2007 graduate of Millennium High School in Goodyear.
Republican lawmakers on May 1 approved new mandates on schools to report violent incidents in what Democrats say is feel-good legislation to hide the shortfalls in education funding. HB 2119 requires school districts to come up with procedures to report any suspected crime that involves a deadly weapon or serious physical injury. That policy also would have to document “any conduct that poses a threat of death or serious physical injury to an employee, student or other person on school property.” Most notably, that policy requires notice to a parent of any student involved. Rep. Nancy Barto, R-Phoenix, said that apparently isn’t happening now, citing the testimony of a parent of a student at Mountain Trail Middle School in the Paradise Valley Unified School District who was one of three targets of a death threat. That same suspect, she said, also made statements about “shooting up the school.” “No calls were made to parents,” Barto said. “In fact, there was no policy in place to ensure this incident was immediately reported to anyone,” she said, saying the student who made the threat was arrested “only after the parents got involved and they called the police.” Rep. Isela Blanc, D-Tempe, said if GOP lawmakers were actually concerned about school safety there are some more concrete things they could do. That includes smaller class sizes and access to counselors and social workers. “But of course we don’t want to ad-
dress those issues because it would require too much investment in children,” she said. Rep. Gerae Peten, D-Goodyear, chided her GOP colleagues for saying they care about public safety despite approving legislation earlier this year to allow people to drive onto public school campuses with loaded weapons in their vehicles. And Rep. Reginald Bolding, D-Laveen, questioned whether creating police reports on every incident is appropriate, as these could affect a student’s long-term future opportunities. Rep. John Kavanagh, R-Fountain Hills, agreed the legislation would have long-term effects on children. “It keeps them alive,” he said. And Kavanagh said the only incidents that will be reported involve conduct that poses threat of death or serious physical injury. Nor was he concerned about the possibility of police involvement, noting that, in most cases, the youngsters involved would be juveniles and not end up in adult court with adult records. More to the point, Kavanagh said, being referred to juvenile court could result in the students getting needed psychological help. Rep. Walt Blackman, R-Snowflake, said all the talk about investing in kids so they “make it” misses the point of this legislation. “They won’t make it if they’re dead,” he said. “They won’t make it if they’re in a hospital, shot up,” Blackman continued. “The investment starts with safety.” The 31-27 party-line vote sends the measure to the governor.
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Tolleson counselor wins scholarship for post-grad work BY CHRISTINA FUOCO-KARASINSKI West Valley View Executive Editor
Raised in a low-income, single-parent household, Missy Wade heard her classmates speak about college, but knew nothing about universities or anything, frankly, outside of El Mirage. On a whim, she applied and won a scholarship and attended The University of Arizona. She was in for a surprise. “I had never been to Tucson,” she said. “It was a culture shock in itself. It was tough. I didn’t have money. I didn’t have a car. I had just the basic necessities. I had to borrow books. I met people who traveled. People who had been to Europe — things I hadn’t done.” Wade, 44, graduated in 1998 from UA, but still wanted to do more. The funds just weren’t there — until midApril. The Arizona Diamondbacks Foundation presented Wade with a scholarship to the University of Phoenix last
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Goodyear Police Department and the A pharmacy technician from Good- Attorney General’s Office Health Care year has been convicted Fraud and Abuse Secfor stealing hundreds of tion, and prosecuted by boxes of diabetic test Assistant Attorney Genstrips from the CVS eral Matthew Williams. Pharmacy where he Kemple was ultimateworked. ly charged with 33 crimRobert Brian Keminal offenses last June, ple, 31, racked up more and he pleaded guilty than $100,000 in stoto, and was convicted len medical supplies, of, one count of fraudwhich he now must ulent schemes and artipay back to his former fices and one count of employer, according to first-degree trafficking Attorney General Mark Robert Brian Kemple, 31, was in stolen property, both convicted of several Class 2 of which are Class 2 Brnovich. and Class 3 felonies for stealInvestigators said he ing more than $100,000 worth felonies; and computer used his position as a of diabetic test strips from his tampering, which is a (Photo courtesy Attor- Class 3 felony. pharmacy technician employer. ney General Mark Brnovich) to order additional diaKemple was senbetic test strips for the pharmacy, but tenced to serve six months in the would sell them online. He reported- Maricopa County Jail, after which he ly stole more than 556 boxes of the will spend five years on supervised test strips between March and Sep- probation. tember 2017. He must also pay $100,540.44 in resThe case was investigated by the titution to CVS Pharmacy.
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Post-Grad...continued from page 9 month at Chase Field. Like the four other recipients, Wade was selected by a committee of University of Phoenix and Arizona Diamondbacks Foundation. A guidance counselor for the Tolleson Union High School District, Wade believes everyone is entitled to quality counseling and care. She is hoping to pursue a Master of Science degree in counseling/clinical mental health counseling to become a licensed professional counselor to provide affordable services for people with mental and behavioral disorders. “I happen to be one of those people who’s doing what I want,” said Wade, who previously worked for the Tucson Unified School District. “I want to be a licensed therapist. I think it’s really important to have those services out here.” Her goal is to return to her alma mater, Dysart High School, and help children deal with traumatic situations the students bring to school. “That affects academics,” she said. “In the West Valley, where El Mirage is, there aren’t mental health facilities for youth or teens. Some families
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Other winners Wade wasn’t the only one to receive a scholarship. Monica Zehring, a special education math teacher for the Tempe Union High School District from Mesa, plans to pursue a Master of Science degree in counseling/clinical mental health counseling. Phoenix’s Heidi Crouch is a fourthgrade general education teacher in the Kyrene Elementary School District who hopes to earn a Master of Arts in education/curriculum and instruction to improve investment in and readiness for higher education in youth. She said her goal is to be a “rock star” teacher in the classroom by using her education to develop programs that impact student success, like the successful summer math program she launched for her fourth-grade students. Carlos Parra is a Chandler High School English language arts teacher, characterized as a “young teacher on a mission” by the selection committee. He believes educators must be lifelong learners and is seeking a Master of Arts in education/administration and supervision to become a “complete” educator for his students through research and data-driven decision making. Jeanette Valencia is a marketing and business development officer at Peoples Mortgage Company in Tucson.
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Leadership West accepting applications BY WEST VALLEY VIEW STAFF
Leadership West, the West Valley’s premier leadership program, is seeking applicants for its Flagship Program to help develop and retain high quality leaders in the West Valley and promote a mindset of civic ownership. With a leadership crisis in local communities, a pathway is intended to provide the necessary tools to work with leaders to make positive changes for the West Valley and beyond. Applications are due by Friday, May 31. According to Michelle Hess, executive director of Leadership West and Buckeye Councilwoman, “For 25 years, Leadership West has continued to grow and develop leaders that serve in many capacities including government officials, city leaders, business owners, board members and philanthropists. The West Valley is poised for tremendous growth and we each have a role to play. It is more vital than ever that we have leaders who are educated on regional issues, and willing to lead by example. It is our firm belief that Leadership West will continue to play
Post-Grad...continued from page 10 She used her father’s disappearance in 2011 as a motivator to honor him by pursuing her goal to open a marketing company ranked among the top 10 for most admired employers in the world. She is seeking an MBA in business and management. This is the eighth year of the Teaming Up for Education Scholarship Program, which has made higher education a reality for 32 Arizona residents. In 2015, the University expanded the number of scholarship recipients from three to five. Fifteen recipients have received degrees from University of Phoenix while the others continue to pursue their education goals. “The Teaming Up for Education Scholarship recipients embody the grit, determination and bravery University of Phoenix students develop throughout their lives that motivate them to positively impact their communities through higher education,” said Dr. John Woods, chief academic officer and provost at the University of Phoenix.
a vital role in supplying the next wave of leaders for our region.” The Leadership West Flagship program is a rigorous 150-plus hour intensive experience that will provide success class members with: • A greater regional awareness of the West Valley • A deeper look into core issues that face the state • Leadership development skills • Opportunities to network and create change The Leadership West program is a serious investment in one’s ability to be educated and make a positive impact for the organizations, businesses and for the West Valley as a whole. Applications are available at leadershipwest.org/programs/flagship-program. “The university is proud to provide them an opportunity to pursue their educational goals that help make their dreams a reality. We look forward to the impact this year’s scholarship recipients will make as University of Phoenix graduates.” University of Phoenix has supported the Diamondbacks’ efforts to use education as a tool to strengthen the Arizona community. The organizations partnered in 2012 to launch the D-backs School Challenge, which has awarded $950,000 to more than 200 schools from across the state since its inception. Other initiatives include: The D-backs Honor Roll, which gifts 30,000 game tickets each season to Valley students who displayed perfect attendance, good grades or leadership; the 500 Club Reading Program to promote literacy by rewarding students who have reached 500 minutes of reading with free tickets to a home D-backs game; and the Winter Classic, an annual holiday celebration to donate school supplies to low-income students and provide a time to meet D-backs players and coaches.
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Hickman’s Family Farms bashing Editor: I, for one, am getting very tired of this Hickman’s Family Farms bashing. Hickman’s has been a major business in this area for many, many years. They supply a product that everybody needs and wants for their existence. The people who are complaining and screaming about everything concerning Hickman’s should have done their due diligence before moving there. We had the same problems in Colorado when citifieds (don’t know if that’s a word) moved out by the ranches. They went to federal court and lost big time because the judge ruled that they should have done their due diligence before moving to a rural ranching area, and the people who have run the ranches for many, many years will stay there. To the whiners who are making a big stink, I’ll say what the judge said: “If you don’t like it, move!” Lee Jablow Goodyear
Name-calling Editor: Name-calling; placing the blame on others. This just indicates the way by which those with a feeling of inferiority overcompensate for that feeling and begin developing delusions of grandeur. By name-calling and putting those around them down, it elevates them above those that don’t agree with them. Example: If I can demean you, put you down, find fault in you, then, in my mind, I am then better, smarter, etc. than you. I thought name-calling was left in kindergarten and reserved for the misinformed and the mentally challenged. Name-calling is just another way for the mentally sick who lack an IQ of any significance to overcompensate for their feeling of inferiority. In other words, their motto is simple: “I may
not always be right, but I am never wrong.” What is a Democrap and what is a Republican hair? I don’t know — probably some radical idiot’s idea with lynch-mob mentality who can’t and won’t admit when he or she has made a bad decision. These types of people just keep beating themselves and others over the head with their same old mistakes, instead of learning by them. The sad thing is they don’t realize what an a— (as in donkey, jackass, etc.) they are making of themselves. Except for other low IQers like themselves and regular mudslingers. There is an old saying: “Birds of a feather flock together” (mob mentality). There are many in the White House today with this mudslinging mentality — just follow the news. President Donald Trump’s mental status evaluation is simple — overcompensating for feeling of inferiority with delusions of grandeur, whose only interest is money and power to feed that need. He never has and never will care about the other guy. Summing it up in layman’s terms, he is a blowhard bully. He is mentally unfit to be president of the United States. I don’t care if you are Republican or Democrat — we all pretty much want the same things. Let’s forget the radicals at both ends of the bell curve. Let’s get a decent president this next election. And let us hope we have a better selection this time. Not a loselose situation, but a win-win choice this time. P.S. Another old saying: “If the shoe fits, wear it.” Dennis Wood Goodyear
Arizona’s drought problem Editor: I have been following articles concerning the Seven Basin States drought plan. I have not seen any real proposals or suggestions as to how to tackle the water problem. An article written in the Arizona Republic by Juliet McK-
enna, a hydrologist from Tucson, offered three good proposals, but I only saw the word “conservation” mentioned twice. Conservation should be our top priority. Articles about the drought plan cited that there are 40 million people in the Seven Basin States receiving water from the Colorado River. Just think: what if all 40 million people conserved one gallon of water each day? This is a realistic goal for every household. Our family has reduced our water consumption by 8,000 gallons per year since 2013. Contact your local water department for ideas on how to reduce your family’s consumption. You will be amazed at what your local city water department is doing to conserve water while continuing to meet the needs of increasing populations. Please give these ideas thoughtful consideration. If we, the people, don’t conserve water, our government will attempt to resolve the issue for us by raising water rates. That’s the government’s usual solution. Remember the gasoline shortage of 1973. Ken Kiko Goodyear
Wake up, America Editor: DJ Hammond, I have to commend
you on your letters. Well written and seemingly you have done some research. I am with you 100% on this subject, and there may be more likeminded Americans who are afraid to speak up for fear of offending someone from another country or culture. America better wake up before it is too late. Look at some of the people in government positions who are already Muslim. The Sons of Liberty has a full list of them online, as do other sites. I may see it, but my grandchildren probably will unless something is done to stop it. Dennis Batterman Buckeye
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Attack on Ducey’s Easter message was tiresome BY DAVID LEIBOWITZ West Valley View Columnist
The first time I ever heard the phrase “go to the mattresses” was in the Mafia masterpiece “The Godfather.” Vito Corleone is near death in a hospital bed, shot down by a rival Mob family. The Don’s hotheaded oldest boy, Sonny, demands revenge. Tom Hagen, the consigliere, urges caution, but Sonny will have none of it. He wants the man who ordered the hit on his father executed — end of story. “If not, it’s all-out war,” Sonny screams. “We go to the mattresses.” The phrase refers to the Mob stocking safe houses with mattresses back in the day, so street soldiers could hunker down before battle. It’s a great descriptor, even more so today. In 21st century America, we’re determined to go to the mattresses over every last slight. For example, a group called the Secular Coalition for Arizona went to the mattresses the other day against Gov. Doug Ducey. Ducey’s sin? He posted an Easter greeting on his official governor’s Facebook page.
Ducey’s post, which went up on time. The government must respect the Easter Sunday, included the phrase rights of conscience of all citizens, in“He is risen!” — a refercluding those who in good ence to Jesus. The goverconscience reject belief in a nor wished one and all “a god.” happy and blessed Easter.” Ducey’s reponse? A firm The accompanying graphic “screw you” via Facebook. displayed a cross and cit“We won’t be removing ed John 11:25, a passage this post. Ever,” the govwhich reads: “Jesus said to ernor wrote. “Nor will we her, ‘I am the resurrection be removing our posts for and the life. He who beChristmas, Hanukkah, lieves in me, though may Rosh Hashanah, Palm Sunhe die, he shall live.’” day, Passover or any other Dianne Post, a lawyer for religious holiday.” David Leibowitz. (Photo the Secular Coalition, fired courtesy I’m going to side with Advisor Group) off a three-page screed to Ducey here, despite the fact Ducey on the subject, including a lec- the most religious I get in any given ture on the U.S. and Arizona Constitu- year is a secular Christmas celebration tions, references to multiple Supreme that involves a few gifts, some carols Court rulings, and a demand for action sung by Crosby and Sinatra and studi— to be explained in writing. ously avoiding all beverages described As Post put it: “On behalf of citi- as “nog.” zens and taxpayers, we urge you to My rationale has nothing to do with remove the effusive Easter greeting a close reading of the First Amendthat is much too tied to religion from ment or me being okay with blurring the Facebook page and to desist in the the lines between church and state. future from expressing such religious I’m with Ducey because this is a dumb sentiment on government property or fight — a skirmish not worth going to
the mattresses over. The governor is Catholic. He’s never hidden it; his religion quite clearly informs his politics. However, Ducey has never attempted to proselytize on behalf of the church. Nor has he tried to turn his office into a recruitment arm for Christianity. Doing so would clearly would violate the Establishment Clause of the First Amendment — and they’d be worth a fight. I read Ducey’s Easter greeting as the governor being polite as opposed to political, effervescent as opposed to fervent. By contrast, Post read it as a hostile act, one that called for the lawyer’s equivalent of a declaration of war. As someone who’s watched “The Godfather” at least 20 times, I keep recalling how Sonny’s foolish insistence on going to the mattresses worked out for Don Vito’s eldest boy. Sonny, as another old saying goes, ended up being dead right. David Leibowitz has called the Valley home since 1995. Contact david@ leibowitzsolo.com.
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Hickman’s CFO responds to film, article BY JIM MANOS
Hickman’s Family Farms CFO
As the CFO of Hickman’s Family Farms, I feel it is important that I speak up on behalf of all the employees here who are upset about how we are depicted in a recent documentary, in court hearings and now in the West Valley View. As a group, we are proud to work here, proud of providing millions of safe, high-quality eggs to families throughout the southwestern United States, and proud of the community work our company does. And I say “our company” because we feel we are Hickman’s as much as those who have that last name. In last week’s paper, there was a story about the documentary “Right to Harm,” its showing in Tempe and the panel discussion featuring some residents of Tonopah. Unfortunately, the article spent no effort to either substantiate or repudiate the claims made in the movie and by the Tonopah people. It did include some of a statement Hickman’s had provided the director of the movie, and to his credit, he played that in full at the showing. The problem with running an
article such as this is that what is already described by the director as a biased documentary is given more validity by a story in a newspaper that does nothing to refute its inaccuracies. To this paper’s credit, it has offered me the opportunity to tell our side of the story. The first and most important point is that the three individuals from Tonopah portrayed in the documentary have sued Hickman’s, seeking money. It is in their best interests to exaggerate at every turn the extent of the issues they claim we are causing in Tonopah. This is especially important in that no governmental agency has ever detected any harmful level of any toxin emanating from our facility in Tonopah. And we have been inspected many, many times. In the second paragraph of the story, it was reported that Sonia Lopez’s son’s health improved when they moved 26 miles away. What it doesn’t say is that they only lived that far away for a little over a year and have subsequently moved back to Tonopah. Residing now about a mile and a third due north of the farm, Ms. Lopez claims the air is much
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better and her kids enjoy swimming outside once again. For her, a little over a mile is fine, yet Dan Mack lives over four miles away and continues to claim Hickman’s affects his life. The film claims, and the paper restates, that CAFOs release more than 160 toxins. And it is interesting they say “release,” not may or could release. It is stated as a fact. We do not release harmful levels of any toxins, and if we did either the EPA, the county or the state would shut us down. But the conspiracy theorists have an answer for that: Clint Hickman. In the movie, in the panel discussion and in just about every other public forum at which the Tonopah plaintiffs speak, they mention the incredible power and influence of one of the farm’s owners and current county supervisor. They claim he should be removed from office for the conflict of interest inherent as a business owner and an elected representative. His not getting involved in this dispute, on either side, is exactly what an elected official is supposed to do in these situations. He has recused himself from playing any role in this conflict. This, the Tonopah plaintiffs claim, robs them of representation. But it also robs us of that same representation. If you are looking for a corrupt official, you best look somewhere other than at Clint. He is as honorable and ethical as they come. And to suggest that he has power over the EPA or the state of Arizona is just absurd. He is a supervisor of Maricopa County. To think, as it has been suggested, that he could call the EPA and demand an end to an investigation is beyond silly. It shows a fundamental lack of knowledge of how governments work. Both Dan Mack and Danielle Diamond, attorney, claimed the residents of Tonopah weren’t given a say on whether Hickman’s could build there. Yet, they did give their tacit approval when they chose to buy and live in an area zoned such that it allows for nonresidential agricultural enterprises. Even if they didn’t read that in the paperwork they signed when they purchased property there, they had to be aware of it as there were and still are farm fields and dairies all over Tonopah. Zoning laws exist so that people understand what can be built in their area. That way, as long as the building or operation is legal under the zoning laws, a new enterprise doesn’t need the approval of the rest of the residents. They gave their approval when they
moved into an agricultural area. Another oft-repeated fallacy is that we collect some sort of government subsidy. The movie producer found one economist to agree with his points and then quotes him repeatedly. This economist states that if we didn’t receive subsidies, smaller farms could exist. There are two problems with that statement. First of all, we receive no government subsidy. Second, economics are what are driving larger and larger farms and squeezing out smaller ones, just as large retail chains have driven out hundreds of small mom-and-pop grocery stores by offering a larger selection of goods at a cheaper price. The habits of consumers supporting these large retailers have sealed the fate of smaller stores. There simply is no going back to Kansas. That is a fact of our economy. The documentary claims CAFOs foul the water tables when their manure is spread over farm fields. We don’t spread our manure over fields. And what option do these people suggest to replace manure-based fertilizer? Chemical fertilizers have the same potential hazard if misused and are disdained by some to the point that organic crops can only be grown using animal-based fertilizers. Finally, attorney Diamond suggests we change our business model to something perceived to be less harmful. She (Editor’s Note: the article) didn’t say to something that is less harmful, but to something perceived to be less harmful. Perception by definition is in the eye of the perceiver, and we have no control over that. And Dan Blackson suggests we should simply comply with the laws and regulations. Which we do. Every day, over 400 employees go to work at our various farms. Never has one filed a worker’s comp claim stating he or she has health issues because he or she was exposed to harmful levels of ammonia or hydrogen sulfide. None claim they cannot breathe, get nose bleeds or have dogs that contracted diabetes because of their exposure to the air around our farms. Only those residents looking for a big payday from Hickman’s have made those claims. It is important to always keep in mind the motivation behind statements that are not backed up by science. Hundreds of thousands of potential dollars may make exaggeration seem like a good idea. Say things often and loud enough and people will begin to believe they are true. After all, I saw it in a movie.
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Hello, readers! And welcome back to Business Briefcase. First, you may be interested in hearing about Kelly Moss of Litchfield Park. Moss has been hired by cattle genetics organization GENEX. Moss recently completed a two-week training program at the company’s headquarters in Shawano, Wisconsin. The training program, which emphasized qualifications Moss needs as a territory sales manager, provided further knowledge on cattle reproductive anatomy and physiology, heat detection, synchronization, semen handling, artificial insemination and dairy genetics. For more information about GENEX, visit genex.coop. Moving along, time is running out
to nominate individuals for the Southwest Valley Chamber of Commerce’s annual Southwest Valley Awards Gala, otherwise known as The Swaggies. The nomination deadline is Friday, May 10. Businesses, organizations and individuals will win awards in the categories of Excellence in Business, Emerging Business, Spirit of the Chamber, Community Impact and Icon Award. To be nominated, however, they must be a member of the chamber, and in good standing. “The awards gala includes a lively and fun reception, delicious dinner and always some surprises,” said John Safin, president and CEO of the Southwest Valley Chamber of Commerce. “We’re glad Sean McLaughlin from CBS 5 is back as our emcee. This is a ‘must at-
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Miller furthering football, academic career at USMMA BY GRIFFIN FABITS
West Valley View Contributing Writer
Cody Miller reaches to the back of his head and runs his fingers through his hair. It’s the quintessential West Coast haircut, mirroring a look of half-surfer, half-skateboarder. It flips and curls and rests just at his shoulders. He tucks it behind his ears, and then returns his hands back to his lap. He sighs. “Yeah, I have to cut it. And it stings a little,” he said, half joking. The decision to cut it — his “flow” is what it’s more commonly referred to these days — might feel like a blow, but the reason for doing so is surely one to celebrate. Miller, a senior at Verrado High School, committed to the U.S. Merchant Marine Academy (USMAA) in April, pledging to further his academic and football career at the esteemed program in New York. The school, one of just five service academies in the United States, grooms students to become military officers for the U.S. Merchant Marine, or other branches of the military. “It’s a four-year program,” said Miller, a 6-foot-2, 185-pound wide receiver. “But what’s different about it is I spend a year at sea.” Per the school’s official website: “This challenging coursework is augmented by the Academy’s Sea Year experience, which affords midshipmen the opportunity to acquire hands-on, real-world experiences aboard work-
Cody Miller, after a solid three-year tenure on Verrado’s varsity football team, will further his career in New York beginning this fall. (Photo courtesy Cody Miller)
ing commercial vessels sailing to ports around the world.” In order to be admitted to the program, students must receive a Congressional nomination from a sitting member of Congress, among other qualifications, such as high test scores and strong grade-point averages. While it is a four-year program, credits are squeezed to fit into three school years. The remainder of the fourth
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The specifics of his assignment, such as where he’ll be shipped to, remain unclear. It all depends on what is available and needed, and when. Miller was initially interested in the Naval Academy. He learned of the USMMA through a friend’s uncle, who graduated from the Naval Academy himself. The acquaintance suggested Miller redirect his focuses to the USMAA. “He said it was one of the better places to be,” Miller recalled. “He said it was the spot. We did some research on it, and I applied there.” Shortly after, Miller flew to the school in Kings Point, New York. He understood if he were to attend USMMA, a football scholarship would follow. He also seriously considered attending Arizona State University, but understood studying in Tempe would prematurely end his football career. When Miller visited campus, he became enamored with New York and the East Coast, something that was previously unfamiliar to the Arizona native. He liked the coaching staff and the players, too. He spent his official visit shadowing a freshman football player, and deemed this was where he’d spend the next four years of his life. The following week, he signed his letter of intent to attend USMMA. He was joined by family, friends and classmates in the Verrado High School
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Wolverines hire Roy Lopez as new football coach BY ERIC NEWMAN
West Valley View Staff Writer
The Tolleson Union High School Wolverines football team will have a new look in 2019, having hired experienced coach Roy Lopez to head the program. Lopez, who coached for a decade at Tempe Marcos de Niza High School and recently three years at Sunnyside High School in Tucson, is a two-time Arizona Football Coaches Association Coach of the Year. He said the Tolleson campus reminded him a great deal of the students he coached in Tempe years back. “You can kind of see it right away, the real diversity on the campus of the kids, and a bunch of kids who are really hungry to succeed,” Lopez said. After his time in Tucson ended, Lopez was considering his next move. He had never played against Tolleson in his many years of coaching, but could
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see right away they had a passion for football that inspired him. After watching the Wolverines' film, he was excited by the energy the team played with, the defensive intensity and their obvious desire to not be okay with mediocrity. “I love the fight you can see hopping right off the screen, and how angry they were when things didn’t go their way. If they’re upset about not being successful, that’s what you want. The kids who shrug their shoulders and move on are not the ones that have put the real effort in,” Lopez said. During the process of accepting a job, Lopez talked with a few veteran players on the Tolleson roster. One was running back Arnell Christen Jr., who will be a senior on next season’s team. Christen was initially impressed by Lopez’s leadership, experience and willingness to help the Wolverines create much self-discipline.
“Coach was very direct and real with us. That stood out as something I think all of us wanted,” Christen said. Tolleson went 6-4 in 2018 and was mere spots out of the 16-team 6A playoffs. Lopez does not have a particular number of wins in mind for his first season, but he is more interested in creating a positive culture that can succeed for years to come. It appears initially that the players have bought in, too. “More than results, he just wants us to become good men. That’s what he said he cares about,” Christen said. At 49, Lopez said Tolleson will likely be his last coaching spot, but is excited for the future of the Wolverine football program. “I see the light at the end of the tunnel, I think this is my last chapter as a coach,” Lopez said. “But who knows? I could be full of it and be here another ten years and be perfectly happy.”
Miller engineered a prolific football career at Verrado over a stretch of three varsity seasons. He hauled in 65 recep-
tions for 766 yards and seven touchdowns over 26 games played. He led the team his senior season in receptions (43), yards (621), touchdowns (5) and yards per game (62.1). Even before colleges began pleading for Miller’s football services, he felt he would be able to play at the next level. The USMMA Marines are in Division III as a member of the Liberty League. He’d been playing football for years now, and his big, physical frame made him every quarterback’s best friend. The last several years, he started to travel to out-of-state tournaments, showcasing his talent amongst some of the most highly-touted recruits the country has to offer. “I could hang my own a bit with them,” he said. Miller will join a Mariners team in the fall, which has gone a combined 14-6 in the previous two seasons. His freshman year, as he has been told by the coaching staff, may serve as a transition season to the college football scene. But the Mariners are losing a senior wide receiver. “The coaches told me if everything goes well and I come out and show out, I could possibly start my freshman year. They were saying it’s maybe the transition year, get a little playing time here and there, and most likely I’ll be a three-year starter,” he said.
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After his four years are up in New York, Miller will face his “service obligation,” according to usmma.edu. Miller has elected to serve for eight years “as an officer in any reserve unit of the armed forces.” The other option is to serve five years active duty in any branch of the military. Miller has expressed his interest in traveling the world after school, hence his decision to choose the former. Miller, who will study engineering in college, plans to walk away from the service at roughly 30 years old, the world at his fingertips. He wants to pursue private contracting after his service is up. He’ll leave for the school’s introductory boot camp in early July, already eager to get acclimated with this new home. Upon arrival, with a new freshly-shaved, clean-cut hairstyle to boot, Miller will spend his weekdays immersed in textbooks and football workouts. His weekends will be spent exploring the city. Leaving USMMA with little student loan debt —as his tuition is paid for — and a stable job to match are several reasons as to why Miller is thrilled with his college selection. “I was just leaning toward not playing football for a little bit. But, I was missing it. Then, this opportunity came about and it was just perfect,” he said.
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WEST VALLEY VIEW NEWS | MAY 8, 2019 gencies such as bleeding, shock and burns from 6:15 to 9:15 p.m. at the Dr. Saide Recreation Center, 1003 E. Eason Avenue, Buckeye. Registration for this class is $35 to $45. For information, call 623-349-6350.
Holocaust Survivor Speaker
Holocaust Survivor Marion Weinzweig will share her experiences during World War II at 11:30 a.m. in the Fellowship Hall at Christ Community United Methodist Church, 104 W. Western Avenue, Avondale. A light lunch will precede the discussion. For information, call 850-849-0280.
The West Valley View publishes on Wednesday. The 9 Days a Week calendar — a listing of entertainment events such as concerts, theatrical performances, events for schools, churches, county parks and nonprofit groups — runs every issue. Events must be open to the public to be considered and generally must be held within the View’s coverage area, which is south of Northern Avenue, west of Loop 101, plus all of Tolleson, extending to Estrella in the south and Tonopah in the west. Events such as concerts and theatrical performances that fall outside the View’s circulation area will be considered because there are no concert halls or theater venues within our boundaries. 9 Days a Week calendar items print on a space-available basis. The only way to guarantee that an item will print is to purchase an advertisement. Submissions must reach our office by 4 p.m. Wednesday to be considered for the following Wednesday publication. Submissions must be in writing and may be emailed to Rachel Hagerman, rhagerman@timespublications.com or faxed to 623-935-2103.
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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.
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.
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.
Children’s Christian Community Choir
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.
Lunch and Learn: Cultural Competency
Learn to understand, communicate and effectively interact with people across various cultures from 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. at Harmony Health and Wellness Center, 5200 N. Dysart Road, Building C, Litchfield Park. Continental breakfast and lunch will be provided. To register, call 623-230-2978.
Needle and Thread
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.
Teen Volunteer Wednesdays (Ages 12-18)
Teens looking to meet new friends and volunteer for school credit can meet at the Avondale Civic Center Library’s Volunteer Wednesdays from 3 to 5 p.m. at 11350 Civic Center Drive. For information, call 623-333-2602.
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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.
Toddler Storytime
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.
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.
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.
CPR and First Aid Training (Ages 16+) Learn CPR and how to react in emer-
Attorney General’s Opioid Class
This class will address the opioid crisis and ways to become involved in combating the issue from 9:30 to 11:30 a.m. at Christ Lutheran Church, 918 S. Litchfield Road, Goodyear. For information, call 623-932-2394.
Agua Fria Toastmasters Open House
Join the Agua Fria Toastmasters for an open house to learn how to improve public speaking and leadership skills. There will be a brownie bakeoff and a panel discussion, “What Toastmasters has done for me.” The open house will take place from 6 to 7:30 p.m. at the Avondale, Civic Center Library, 11350 Civic Center Drive. For information, call 623-398-5550.
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POUND at Fitness in the Park
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.
Yoga at the Library
The White Tank Branch Library at 20304 W. White Tank Mountain Road, Waddell, will hold weekly yoga classes from 11:30 a.m. to 12:20 p.m. for adults and teens 12 and older to strengthen flexibility, improve posture, and build concentration. For information, call 602-652-3000.
Blood Drive
The American Red Cross is holding a blood drive from noon to 5:30 p.m. at Serafina Apartment Homes, 15400 W. Goodyear Boulevard, Goodyear. Walk-ins are welcome, but appointments are available. For information, call 1-800-733-2767.
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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.
Soulful Expressions Open Mic Night (Ages 13+)
The Avondale Civic Center Library at 11350 W. Civic Center Drive invites poets, comedians and musicians to share their art with others from 5 to 7 p.m. Arrive at 4:30 p.m. to sign up for a performance slot. For information, call 623-333-2602.
Home Buying and Selling 101
Gain inside knowledge of the home buying process from beginning to end. The class will also cover the different loan programs available from 1 to 2 p.m. at Avondale Civic Center Library, 11350 W. Civic Center Drive. For information, call 623-333-2602.
Sundance Adult Center Bookmobile
The Bookmobile, a library on wheels, will be at 930 N. Sundance Parkway, Buckeye, from 10 to 11 a.m. Visitors can get a library card to check out and return books. For information, call 623-349-6300.
Paws for Reading
Preschoolers and school-age children can visit Goodyear Branch Library with a parent to practice reading with a registered therapy dog. The Paws for Reading program starts at 2 p.m. at 14455 W. Van Buren Street. For information, call 602-652-3000.
Blood Drive
The American Red Cross is holding a blood drive from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. at Aldea at Estrella Falls, 2400 N. Bullard Avenue, Goodyear. Walkins are welcome, but appointments are available. For information, call 1-800-733-2767.
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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.
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Baby Time
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 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.
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.
LD13 Democrats
Join neighborhood Democrats in making change, meeting candidates and learning about political issues at 6:30 p.m. at Holiday Inn Express, 445 S. Watson, Buckeye. For more information, call 602-300-1629.
The Future of Your Family History
West Valley Genealogical Society and Library presents guest speaker Tori Johnson at 1 p.m. at First Presbyterian Church, 12225 N. 103rd Ave-
nue, Sun City. All those interested in furthering knowledge of their family history are invited to this free meeting. Please bring a smart phone or tablet with Ancestry’s “We’re Related” app and FamilySearch’s “Family Tree” app if available. For information, call 623-933-4945.
Toybrary
The White Tank Branch Library at 20304 W. White Tank Mountain Road, Waddell, invites parents to bring their children through age 5 to a fun play group that builds children’s motor and social skills from 10 to 11 a.m. Toys can be checked out for two weeks at the end of play group. For information, call 602-652-3000.
Babies and Books (Ages 0-2)
The Avondale Civic Center Library at 11350 W. Civic Center Drive invites parents to bring their babies from 10:15 to 11 a.m. to promote early development. Babies will learn with books, music and playtime activities. For information, call 623-333-2602.
Taking Pounds Off Sensibly (TOPS)
TOPS is a program designed to help people reach their weight-loss goals in a healthy manner with weekly meetings. TOPS meets at 6 p.m. at Skyway Church, 14900 W. Van Buren Street, Goodyear. For more information, call 623-935-4858.
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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.
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.
West Valley Rock and Mineral Club
Join fellow rock hounds at 6:30 p.m. every second Tuesday at Painted Desert Academy, 2400 S. 247th Avenue, Buckeye. For information, call 623-329-2519.
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Estrella Mountain Community Choir will perform a concert at 7 p.m. at Estrella Mountain Community College, 3000 N. Dysart Road, Avondale.
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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.
Disciple Outreach Ministries Bible Study
Disciple Outreach Ministries, a nondenominational ministry, invites all to a Bible study at 7 p.m. Wednesdays at 10486 W. Emerald Lane, Avondale. For information, call 623-772-0144.
Zumba at Fitness in the Park
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.
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Kids ages 6 to 12 can build structures, experiment, play games and make crafts at this interactive learning program from 4 to 5 p.m. at the Avondale Civic Center Library, 11350 W. Civic Center Drive. For information, call 623-333-2602.
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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.
Agua Fria Toastmasters
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.
West Valley Healthcare Career Expo
WESTMARC and Career Connectors are proud to present a free hiring event from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. at Avondale Sports Center, 755 N. 114th Avenue. This event is open to anyone seeking employment in major healthcare organizations in the Phoenix West Valley. Please register at careerconnectors.org/healthcare-career-expo.
Toddler Time
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 Road. For information, call 623-349-6350.
Help prepare children ages 2 to 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.
Thomas D. Rabjohn American Legion Post 143 Meeting
United Way Storytime (Ages 0-5)
The Thomas D. Rabjohn American Legion Post 143 will meet at 7 p.m. at the Haymaker Restaurant, 1800 N. Litchfield Road, Goodyear. Dinner will be available from a select menu. For information, call 480-438-7582.
Children can sing, listen to stories and make crafts at 11:15a.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.
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Goodyear’s premier ballet company presents ‘Coppelia’ BY WEST VALLEY VIEW STAFF
Southwest Ballet Theatre will perform “Coppelia” for the fourth year, with proceeds from the Thursday, May 9, show going to the local nonprofit Homeless Youth Connection. Co-sponsored by Estrella Mountain Community College, Southwest Ballet Theatre continues with “Coppelia” through Sunday, May 12. All performances are at the Estrella Mountain Community College Performing Arts Center. “Coppelia” is a funny, charming and comedic ballet. First performed in Paris in 1879, “Coppelia” is the story of a lifelike doll; so real looking that she is mistaken for an actual girl. Southwest Ballet Theater’s “Coppelia” is guest choreographed by Soili Arvola, an internationally known prima ballerina and choreographer. Arvola traveled to Arizona to oversee the production, and her partici-
pation was made possible by a grant from the West Valley Mavericks Foundation. “Our dancers have an unparalleled opportunity to work under Arvola, who has traveled around world setting classical ballets. She will provide the theater with her very personal attention and expertise,” said Melissa Hahne, SWBT’s artistic director. This year’s charity night beneficiary is Homeless Youth Connection, a Southwest Valley-based nonprofit that supports hundreds of homeless teens with resources to help them stay in school, be successful and give them tools for life after high school. “Attending the ballet provides youth experiencing homelessness an opportunity to enjoy an evening out to see a professional production and an introduction to the arts that will remain with them for a lifetime,” said Chance Bogart, Homeless Youth Connection community en-
gagement manager. “We are grateful to the Southwest Valley Ballet Theatre for providing tickets for our youth and giving us a stage to help increase the awareness of the more than 8,000 homeless youth in Maricopa County, during their Charity Night.” The charity night will feature a raffle with a prize of season tickets to all shows in the SWBT 2019-20 season as well as gift certificates from local businesses. Raffle tickets are $5 and proceeds from the raffle as well as charity night event proceeds will benefit Homeless Youth Connection. The charity night is sponsored by Charity Realty AZ. “Each year we get bigger and better,” Hahne said. “Our co-production agreement with EMCC and the support of our sponsors and community have allowed us to build something truly special in the West Valley. “Working alongside other profes-
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2019 Lexus IS350 BY C.A. HAIRE
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There are plenty of small sports sedans on the market, but those seeking one with Japanese engineering and build quality should give this Lexus IS350 a test drive. The IS350 is a nice looking vehicle, especially with its Ultrasonic Blue Mica paint job. But one look under the hood proves more impressive, as this Lexus boasts a 3.5-liter V-8 that cranks 311 horsepower. It is hooked to an eight-speed automatic transmission with manual shift mode. The fuel economy claimed is 20/28 mpg. The IS350 we tested featured the optional F-Sport package. It includes larger alloy wheels, summer tires, special instrument cluster, limited slip differential, adaptive suspension and interior trim. A control knob offers eco, normal, custom, sport and sport-plus modes of operation. This package racks up an additional
$3,195 over the $41,930 base price, but with other extras like navigation, an 835-watt stereo, LED headlights, auto-dimming mirrors, a rear sunshade, park assist, sill lights and a cargo net, the $52,608 tab, while not inexpensive, falls is in line with the competition. Upon testing this vehicle, we racked up 450 miles in one week. The results were impressive. It reaches 60 mph in 5.6 seconds, takes tight corners with ease, has a smooth ride and features strong brakes. The body structure is solid and has no rattles or leaks. The fuel economy was 17 mpg in the city, with 27/29 on highway trips. The seats are comfortable, and most controls are easy to operate. The only complaint worth mentioning is the poor sun visor design. Lexus does not offer enough slide adjustment to block the sun through the side windows, which caused my face to get baked by the sun on a hot day. This is a serious oversight that needs
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When you start hating, you stop thinking When Leonardo da Vinci was working on his wonderful painting of “The Last Supper,” he painted the face of a man he hated as Judas. But when he came to paint the face of Jesus he tried again and again and failed. It was only when he painted out the face of the man he hated and put another in its place that he had a clear picture of the Lord’s countenance. His hatred, you see, had created a “dead spot” between him and the work he was doing. His hatred of the man had to be put right before even his marvelous ability would produce one of the greatest works of all time. Today, let’s address an issue that’s all around us. It’s thick in the atmosphere. It’s called hate. If we don’t recognize this current hate, climate change, we will become like it. Honestly, I’m going to hate writing this article on hate. I like my articles to be positive and hopeful. But this one is helpful. You would think no one would want negative, divisive stuff all the time. But media ratings show us a different picture. These days hate, conflict, strife and war sell more than
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love, truth, unity and peace. Hate in- ally Hate Someone.” creases media profits. Hate destroys re“Scientists have spotted the parts of lationships, people, the brain that light countries and unup when we activeCHURCH derstanding. Hate ly hate someone. COMMUNITY creates an us-them, In 2008, two sciCONNECTION win-lose and rightentists decided to Pastor Ed Delph wrong adversarial launch a study to West Valley View climate. Hate is the investigate whethContributing Writer conquest of the hyer the emotion of phen, dividing and hatred was rooted subtracting rather than multiplying and in some consistent biology. They asked adding. subjects to stare first at the picture of As hate increases, love decreas- a person the subjects had neutral feeles. Jesus revealed a future time when ings toward, and then at the picture of people’s love will grow cold and hate someone they hated. The subjects did would grow hot. “At that time, many this while hooked up to an MRI, allowwill fall away and will betray one an- ing the researchers to see which parts other and hate one another. Many of the brain were activated and deactifalse prophets will arise and will mis- vated. Doctors Zeki and Romaya were lead many. Because lawlessness is in- gratified to find that everyone in the creased, most people’s love will grow study hated individuals the same way. cold.” “The parts of the brain activated Notice the progression. People who — the medial frontal gyrus, the right used to be different but still get along putamen, the medial insula and the separate and betray one another. That premotor cortex — have come to be produces hate. Then there will be false known as the ‘hate circuit.’ The premovoices who mislead, pouring fuel on tor cortex is one part of the brain that the fire of hate, making good things springs into action when people have bad and vice versa. Then comes law- feelings of aggression. When we hate, lessness, where the end justifies the at least part of us is preparing for a means. Where you hate who is not for physical attack. The frontal gyrus deals you. Then real love for most is far and with self-awareness and is involved away. in go/no-go decisions. The putamen Did you know actual physical chang- gets engaged when people are in love, es in our brain occur when hate is ac- but it also activates when people feel tivated? Here’s an excerpt of an arti- contempt or disgust. The putamen also cle written by Esther Inglis-Arkell of lights up when a person is planning agThe Daily Explainer on November 10, gressive acts. 2014. It’s entitled, “Here’s What Your “Hate is characterized not just by Brain Is Doing When You Really, Re- areas of brain activity but by areas of
brain inactivity. The superior frontal gyrus is correlated with self-awareness and laughter, so it’s not surprising that it’s repressed when a person hates. The section that is deactivated is near a section of the brain which, when repressed, seems to increase obsessive-compulsive behavior. When we hate, we fail to laugh, and we may get a bit obsessive.” In other words, when you start hating, you stop thinking logically. Here are some dark rewards of hate. If you hate, you will be like Leonardo da Vinci painting the person’s face you hate on everything and everyone you see. You’ll become obsessive. You’ll lose perspective. Your insight will disappear. No amount of logic will change you. Hating is like burning your own house down to kill a rat. Hating is the tail wagging the dog. You become what you focus on. Author C. S. Lewis enlightens us further: “I remember Christian teachers telling me I must hate a bad man’s actions but not the man. I used to think this a silly, straw-splitting distinction: How could you hate what a man did and not hate the man? But years later it occurred to me that there was one man to whom I had been doing this to all my life — namely, myself.” You see, hating is self-punishment in disguise. Let’s build a bridge over the troubled waters of hate and get over it! To learn more about Pastor Ed Delph, the Church-Community Connection and Nation strategy, call 623376-6757, e-mail nationstrategy@ cs.com or visit nationstrategy.com.
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Call to Art hosts its spring show, “Bridging the Gap,” at Desert Springs Community Church, 14440 W. Indian School Road, Goodyear, from 6:30 to 9 p.m. Friday, May 10. The juried exhibit includes the work of more than 40 artists. The artwork will include acrylics, oils, watercolors, mixed media, photography, sculpture, poetry and more. This year the feature is a collaborative project called “Bridged.” Fifty people came together and bridged a gap between them through art. Part-
ners met, interviewed one another and then made a creative piece to represent the life of the interviewed person. The CTA artists helped one another to create their paintings by sharing their skills, assisting the less experienced. Admission is free, and free dessert and coffee will be provided. For more information, visit calltoart.com.
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Avondale Fiesta The city of Avondale held a free street festival appropriately named Avondale Fiesta in celebration of Cinco de Mayo. The festival, which showcased culture, cuisine and entertainment, featured dancing by Ballet Folklorico Esperanza, mariachi music from Mariachi Juvenil de Mi Tierra and cumbia fusion music from Chica Dust. Local vendors were on site to sell Mexican food, and there was a beer garden for adults. Some brave individuals even tried a hot pepper-eating contest. 1. Ballet Folklorico Esperanza performs a traditional dance from Mexico; 2. Felicia Buege, left, and Adelia Buege enjoy a “fruta en vaso,” a Mexican fruit dish; 3. Alfredo Barajas from Angel’s Dinner prepares a Mexican burrito; 4. Mariachi Juvenilde mi Tierra performs for guests; 5. Colin Cubizubiri-McCarley paints a sugar skull using alcohol-based ink; 6. Attendees react to a performance from Mariachi Juvenil de mi Tierra; 7. Gracelynn Cubizubiri-McCarley, 11, left, and Citlalli Cubizubiri-McCarley paint a sugar skull.
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The idea of Go Figure is to arrive at the figures given at the bottom and right-hand columns of the diagram by following the arithmetic signs in the order they are given (that is, from left to right and top to bottom). Use only the numbers below the diagram to complete its blank squares and use each of the nine numbers only once.
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King Crossword ACROSS 1 Last few notes 5 Med. approval org. 8 Fall into a beanbag chair 12 Last write-up 13 Valentine misspelling 14 Actress Turner 15 Missing 16 Past 17 Spore cases 18 Pour wine 20 Time of discontent? 22 Calf’s mama 23 Fresh 24 1/4 bushel 27 Not steadily 32 Vast expanse 33 Play with robots 34 Anonymous Richard 35 Discontinue 38 Nervous 39 Type of humor 40 Candle material 42 Chemical relative
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Tartesso teams advance to world finals competition BY WEST VALLEY VIEW STAFF
There was a sudden rush of excitement that exploded into cheers as a team of teenagers from Tartesso Elementary School heard April 6 that they had won a competition held at Canyon Del Oro High School in Tucson. Their year-long goal had been realized. Both student-led, creative problem-solving teams at Tartesso had qualified for the second year in a row to move on to the World Finals competition. So, these teams comprised of 13 middle schoolers and four coaches will board a plane for the 2019 O dyssey of the Mind World Finals Competition, to be held at Michigan State University’s Breslin Center from Tuesday, May 21, through Saturday, May 25. Odyssey of the Mind is an annual global competition that begins at
the local level. Tartesso’s teams were among hundreds from almost every state as well as teams from as far away as Europe, India and China who competed. As a kindergarten through eighth grade school, the teams will compete in the middle school division. The genesis of Odyssey of the Mind is credited to Dr. C. Samuel Micklus, who in 1978 created problems for his college students and then trickled down into middle and high schools in New Jersey to solve in team environments. Over the past 40 years, it has evolved into a massive international competition that holds to the original vision.
According to its website, “Today’s Odyssey of the Mind continues to provide students with life lessons as it did in its beginning. Teammates continue to come together in a way where ideas are expressed and appreciated, responsibility is shared, resources are managed, and new friends are made.” That both Tartesso teams were chosen wasn’t a shock to head coach Tammy Doerksen, who said, “We knew our teams were ready and that both teams had a chance to move on if they performed to their potential. However, the competition is really strong, and so we weren’t sure if even one team would advance.
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Flinn Scholarship empowers two local recipients BY ANDREA ESTRADA
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For Cameron Decker and Sarah Wilson, participating in community service is not only one of their high school’s graduation requirements, but even more so one of their passions. When they applied for the Flinn Scholarship — a competitive, merit-based award offered by the Flinn Foundation — it was that passion for community service that set them apart from nearly 900 other applicants. Decker and Wilson, both students at Arizona Agribusiness and Equine Center-Estrella Mountain (AAEC-EM), were named 2019 Flinn Scholars in April — making AAEC-EM the only high school with two Flinn Scholars this year. The scholarship, which was awarded to 20 recipients in Arizona this year, is valued at more than $120,000 and covers the full cost of tuition, housing and meal plans for eight semesters at any of the three state universities: Arizona State University (ASU), Northern Arizona University (NAU) and The University of Arizona (U of A). But the scholarship goes beyond providing a full-ride education, Anne Lassen, scholarship and education initiatives vice president at the Flinn Foundation, said, “Our scholars receive funding for travel. Part of that is a group seminar that we take our students on at the end of their freshman year.” Scholars also have access to additional funding for an independent travel experience, she said. “Travel is a really important component of the program. We want them to be global citizens, and we see a lot of benefits from the experiences our
scholars have abroad,” she said. And scholars are exposed to a network of local and global leaders as well as a community of more than 600 current and alumni Flinn Scholars. Decker, who toured each of the three instate universities with the Flinn Foundation when he was named a finalist, said the community the Flinn Foundation offers is unlike anything he had ever experienced. “I was amazed at the outreach, communication and the level of conversations I was able to have and what Left, Cameron Decker plans to pursue a double major in global agribusiness and civic and economic thought leadership at ASU. Right, Sarah Wilson plans to pursue a Bachelor of Science in psychology at The U of A. it meant to be a mem- and (Photo courtesy Flinn Foundation) ber of a great community,” Decker said. “The fact that peoBeing the only high school with two apply for the Flinn Scholarship are acple were there, and they wanted me to 2019 Flinn Scholars speaks to the qual- ademically inclined, it’s really their insucceed, felt like nothing else that I’ve ity of education at AAEC-EM, said terests and involvement in their schools felt ever.” Dale Nicol, principal at AAEC-EM. and communities that make certain apWilson said she believes the Flinn “We have teachers who are highly en- plicants stand out to the selection comcommunity will help her make wise gaged and engage our kids in rigorous mittee, Lassen said. decisions through her college career. content. And the fact that we require “We’re really looking for dynamic “The Flinn community is really a 120 hours of community service for the students who are multidimensional. closely knit one. I’ve seen it through four years that they attend AAEC — I They’re young adults who have already all of the events that they held at the think goes a long way,” Nicol said. been making significant contributions different universities. I think that comDecker, who organized an agricul- in their community and are really exmunication and that community is so tural educational exhibit for the youth cited about ways that they can continue important for my future,” she said. “I in his community during his junior and that in college,” she said. have those experts who went through senior years, said the “culture of unBecause the scholars won’t have a what I went through. It can really help derstanding and collaboration” at his financial burden, they’ll be able to dedme forge my own path and figure out school inspired his community service icate themselves completely to their what’s best for me, because I definitely project. studies and those things they’re pasdon’t know all of the answers moving “The majority of the students here sionate about, Lassen added. forward.” at AAEC, including myself and Sar“I’m just excited to see what this ah, didn’t participate in community class of future scholars are going to do service because it was a requirement. at their universities in this state. It’s inWe participated in community ser- credible to see what they can do when vice out of a genuine desire to do so,” they don’t have the worry about how to he said. pay for it or how to make things hapAnd Wilson said because her school pen,” she said. gave her the freedom to explore areas “They’ve got the support both from she was interested in, her community our community of alumni but also fiservice experiences were all fun. nancial support to focus 100% on “I am a very passionate, competi- achieving their best.” tive swimmer, so I stuck with Special Decker plans to attend ASU, where Olympics Arizona. And I’m a very pas- he will pursue a double major in global sionate outdoorsman, so I really want- agribusiness and civic and economic ed to stick with the Arizona Game and thought and leadership. Fish Department and the Arizona Elk Wilson plans to attend The U of A, Society,” she said. where she will pursue a Bachelor of While nearly all of the students who Science in psychology.
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When Charity Harrington and the National Honor Society high school students at Odyssey Preparatory Academy participated in Vitalant’s High School Blood Drive Challenge and organized blood drive events on their campus, they didn’t expect to receive anything in return other than knowing they helped change the lives of those in need of blood donations. So, when Harrington, Odyssey Preparatory Academy’s NHS advisor, was notified that her school earned the “Gold Award” in the blood drive challenge, she was overjoyed. “We didn’t do it to be a part of a challenge. We did it because they wanted to do it, and the students are really passionate about it,” Harrington said. Odyssey Preparatory Academy is only one of the 15 schools in the West Valley that participated and competed against schools with a similar number of seniors to earn achievement awards based on percentage participation. Sue Thew, Vitalant’s media and public relations person, said — through a partnership with the Arizona Diamondbacks — schools that reach gold or higher award levels receive tickets to a baseball game to celebrate their accomplishments. “We are so pleased to be able to partner with the Diamondbacks on this program, the high school blood drive challenge, because not only are teens our largest donor group — which has a huge impact on hospitals — but it’s an opportunity for the students to learn
leadership skills while they’re organizing their blood drives,” Thew said. And Thew said the blood given by the 15 high schools in the West Valley from June 1, 2018, through May 31 will save more than 2,380 lives. “That’s a huge accomplishment for a group to make. Imagine how many people are benefiting not only the patients, but their family members that are grateful that those patients are alive,” she said. Sedona Bartee, president of the NHS chapter at Odyssey Preparatory Academy, said she’s proud that her school and club, together, contributed to saving lives. “I’m really happy to see that the NHS could make an impact like that. These blood drives get our entire school — upperclassmen 16 and older — connected to help our community,” she said. And Bartee said the partnership between Diamondbacks and Vitalant will create an even greater outreach. “I think it’s great that something as big as the Diamondbacks — a ton of people go to their games — is bring-
ing awareness to donating blood. Members of the audience (will say), ‘Oh, donate blood? I can do that,’” Bartee said. Odyssey Preparatory Academy senior Ian Hoffman said he enjoys donating because he knows his blood will be used on someone who desperately needs it. “It’s not so much for the recognition. It’s great to be recognized for that and receive a gold award. But, what I see as a reward is, honestly, helping people. I think if more people could get to the gold level then the better,” Hoffman said. And Hoffman encourages everyone to donate. “It’s 15 minutes of your time. You feel a little woozy afterwards, (but) it’s nothing compared to the satisfaction of knowing that you did an awesome thing,” he said. Odyssey Preparatory Academy NHS
members will attend the Championship Banner Night Diamondbacks game on May 9, where the eight division-winning schools that participated in the challenge will be recognized on the field during pre-game ceremonies. To learn more about donating blood at Vitalant — previously known as United Blood Services — visit bloodhero.com or call 877-25-VITAL.
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Charles P Berg Charles P. Berg, 88, of Litchfield Pak, Arizona, passed away on Tuesday, April 9, 2019 at Abrazo West Hospital surrounded by his family. Charlie is survived by his wife, Helen, of 65 years, sons Eric and David, brothers and sisters-in-law, nieces, and nephews. Charlie was a loving husband, father, uncle, and friend to many. He was known to his family and friends as "Perk" and was a quiet man who led by example. Charlie was born in Pierpont, South Dakota on March 02, 2931. He spent his youth in Seward and Wrangell, Alaska. His parents, Claude and Geraldine were teachers. He graduated from Wrangell High School in 1949. Charlie met his wife, Helen Angerman, in high school. They were married on September 17, 1954 in Wrangell at St. Philip's Episcopal Church. He attended the University of Alaska in Fairbanks before moving back to Wrangell. Charlie and Helen moved to Ketchikan, Alaska in 1959 with their two young sons where he worked for Union Oil Company, Ketchikan Pulp Company and Ketchikan Public Utilities until he retired. Through the years he spent his time raising his sons with Helen, performing home improvement projects from his basement shop, hand trolling for King and Coho salmon, coaching Little League Baseball, Babe Ruth Baseball, and Church League Basketball. His passions were hunting, fishing, and working in his shop. He was a league bowler for many years in Ketchikan and later in Goodyear, Arizona. Charlie was a long time member of the Ketchikan Masonic Lodge. Charlie enjoyed spending time with Helen and their sons at their cabin on Flathead Lake in Montana. They moved to Pebble Creek in Goodyear Arizona after more than 50 years in Ketchikan. Later, they moved to La Loma Village in Litchfield Park, Arizona where Helen resides. A church service was held at La Loma Village on Tuesday, May 7th at 2:00.
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Joshua “Josh” Michael White Joshua “Josh” Michael White, age 16 of Goodyear, died unexpectedly April 27, 2019. He was born February 6, 2003 to Matthew and Sheryl White in Phoenix. Josh was an active member of Boy Scout Troop 99 achieving Life Rank. He was a student volunteer at the Summit Community Church. Josh attended Estrella Foothills High School where he was a member of the Junior Varsity Football Team, and an honorary member of the Pythagorean Society. In addition to his parents, Josh is survived by his sister, Rebecca “Becca” White; grandparents, Michael & Janice Jack, and Sheryl and Norbert Gaebel. He is also survived by his great grandparents, Bernice Guinn and Carolyn Coughlin; uncle, Allen Jack; aunts/uncles, Aimee/Rob Butts and Ashley/Matthew Reif and many other friends/family. Memorial service will be held at 10:00 am, Friday, May 10, 2019 at Christ Evangelical Lutheran Church, 918 S Litchfield Rd, Goodyear, 85338. The family suggests that donations be made to Estrella Foothills HS Football Booster Club or Boy Scout Troop 99, Litchfield Park. To read a full obituary and leave condolences for the family, please visit www.ThompsonFuneralChapel.com.
Nima Joe Ensign Nima Joe Ensign, 31, passed away April 2, 2019 in Surprise. He was born 29 Dec. 1987 in Mesa. He is survived by parents Daniel and Linda Ensign, siblings, Paulette Phillips, Tammy Tracy, Daniel Jr., Christopher, James, David and Daryl. He was preceded in death by three grandparents; sister, Dorothy Beth; brother, Chas. He will always live in our hearts and his spirit will always be with us. Free from his suffering we know you're dancing in heaven Nima Joe! No services were held. Thanks to AZTEC, Hospice of the Valley, U.of A. Research Center for all their tender care of Nima.
Thomas E. Blanchard On April 10, 2019, Tom Blanchard passed away at home in Goodyear, at age 72. Tom was born August 7, 1946 to Alice May Cooper and Oscar J. Blanchard in Lynn MA. He leaves his wife Bonnie Jansson, step-daughter Shelby J. Parker and three grandchildren: Emily, Phillip, and Aidan. Tom worked for General Electric in Lynn, MA for 11 years as a project craftsman tinsmith. For 3 years he owned a boutique in Gloucester, MA and worked for Modern Heat also in Gloucester. He worked for himself doing remodeling, carpentry, tiling, custom decks. Moving to Arizona in 1989 Tom did odd jobs until 1991 when he was hired to do paint touch-up at car dealers and continued until retirement. Tom enjoyed making furniture and walking sticks, growing bonsai, reading, meditation and politics. The Memorial for Tom was April 20, 2019 at friends' in Estrella Goodyear. Hospice of the Valley was exceptional. Donations can be sent to 9435 W. Peoria Ave, Peoria, 85345
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OBITUARIES Thomas McColl Kirton Thomas "Poppy"McColl Kirton 3/30/1941 - 4/27/2019 Thomas McColl Kirton of Peoria, passed away April 27, 2019 at the age of 78. Thomas was born and raised in Los Angeles, the son of Charles and Jennie (Dosser) Kirton. Thomas is forever remembered by his wife of 58 years, Shirley (Ashley) Kirton; his daughter, Tammy KirtonJennings (Cliff); his son, Danny Kirton (Paula); his daughter, Christy (Kirton) Solko (Greg); his daughter, Nina Sanders; his grandchildren, Bryce Jennings, Nicole (Kirton) Amstutz (Trevor), Sam Kirton, Lissy Kirton, Marisa Solko, Tiffany Solko, Leah McIntyre (Scott), Tayler Solis (Mike); his greatgrandchildren, Lincoln Amstutz, Jaylehn McIntyre; his brother, Bob Kirton; his sister, Ruth (Kirton) Glaser; and many extended family members. Thomas was known for his immense sense of humor, which always put a smile on everyone's face. He was very caring, generous, and always family orientated. He was the happiest when surrounded by family. Thomas was a retired precision aerospace tool and die maker. He most enjoyed the drafting and design aspects of his work. His 46-year career followed in the footsteps of his father's trade, and he ultimately became a company vice president. His work supported high-profile projects such as the Apache helicopter and NASA space shuttle. Once retired, Thomas helped his wife with her daycare. For the past 16 years, there have been several families whose lives he impacted. Thomas was "Poppy"to these children as well as his grandchildren. A funeral service will be held on Saturday, May 4, 2019 at 10am at Best Funeral Services, 9380 W. Peoria Ave., Peoria, AZ. A celebration of Thomas' life will be held following the services at the home of Danny and Paula Kirton, 9241 W. Sanna Cir., Peoria. In lieu of flowers, donations in memory of Thomas can be made to Prostate Cancer Foundation (at https://join.manyvscancer.org/memorial/in-memory-ofthomas-kirton or PCF, 1250 4th St, Santa Monica, CA 90401). Thomas was a two-time prostate cancer survivor.
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PUBLIC NOTICE SUPERIOR COURT OF ARIZONA MARICOPA COUNTY FC 2019-004541 03/05/2019 HONORABLE KEVIN B. WEIN CLERK OF THE COURT N. Cardenas Deputy IN RE THE MATTER OF KATHY S KRAUSE 949 S GOODYEAR BLVD E APT 359 GOODYEAR AZ 85338 AND JAMES E OWENS NO ADDRESS ON RECORD MINUTE ENTRY The Court having received and reviewed Petitioner's Motion to Serve Alternative Service/Publication filed January 28,2019, IT IS ORDERED granting Petitioner's Motion to Serve Alternative Service/Publication. All parties representing themselves must keep the Court updated with address changes. A form may be downloaded at: http://www. superiorcourt.maricopa. gov/S uperiorCourt/Law Library ResourceCenter/ Publish: West Valley View, Apr 24, May 2, 9, 2019 / 20055
NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING CITY OF TOLLESON CITY COUNCIL NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that the City of Tolleson Mayor and Council will conduct a PUBLIC HEARNG on TUESDAY, MAY 28, 2019 beginning at 6:00 P.M. at the City of Tolleson City Hall Complex, 9555 West Van Buren Street, Tolleson, Arizona 85353 for the purpose of: Soliciting comments from interested parties in reference to Site Plan Application #19040001 as submitted by Reddell Architects for a 6,221 square foot car wash to be located south of the southeast corner of 99th Avenue and Van Buren Street (281 North 99th Avenue) in Tolleson, Arizona. The property (APN 10104-973H) is currently zoned General Commercial (C-2). (Francis & Sons Car Wash) Published in the West Valley View and West Valley Business on Wednesday, May 8, 2019 / 20618
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PUBLIC NOTICE USEPA announces the next Community Advisory Group (CAG) meeting of the Phoenix-Goodyear Airport Superfund site on Thursday, May 9, 2019 at 6:00 pm – 8:30 pm at the REI Distribution Center, 4877 N. Cotton Lane Goodyear, AZ 85395. For information on the Phoenix-Goodyear Airport Superfund project please go to the EPA website l i s t e d b e l o w . http://www.epa.gov/superfund/ phoenix-goodyearairport Publish: West Valley View, Apr 17, 24, May 1, 8, 2019 / 20053
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100- $500 + ABANDONED CARS All “As Is” Autos!
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GARAGE DOOR/ SERVICES
ELECTRIC
FOR ALL YOUR ELECTRICAL NEEDS COMMERCIAL & RESIDENTIAL
Indoor/Outdoor Lighting Spa Circuits Panel Replacement/ Upgrade
Ceiling Fans Troubleshooting/ Inspection Repairs Remodels/Additions
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Family - Owned and Operated LICENSED ROC#181530 BONDED • INSURED
Licensed • Bonded • Insured
Broken Springs Replaced
New Doors & Openers Sales/Service/Installations/Repairs
www.superchargedelectric.com
623-512-6194
GARAGE DOOR/ SERVICES
GARAGE DOOR/ SERVICES
ROC# 299652
AC & HEATING
Repair • Replacment • Maintenance
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Good Condition = More $$$ Best Prices! Fast, free pickup!
HIGH PERFORMANCE EXPERTS • 100% Satisfaction Guaranteed • FREE Second Quotes • Financing Options • 40+ yrs total industry experience
WE CARE ABOUT OUR COMMUNITY & YOU
AIR CONDITIONING
• Ask about Special Pricing for Veterans, Military Members & First Responders Licensed, Bonded, Insured ROC 318574
EpicHVAC.biz
25 OFF $
A/C Repair!
AIR CONDITIONING
Family Owned & Operated
623.556.8378
ROC# 319202
BROKEN SPRINGS
623-329-2043
Same Day Service & Free Estimates Licensed, Bonded & Insured ROC #289066
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CARPET CLEANING/ REPAIR
GARAGE DOOR/ SERVICES
GLASS SERVICES
COOPER’S CARPET .. CLEANING Tile AND GROUT 623-872-8552
Avondale Garage Doors Inc.
30 Years Experience Owner – Operator
COUPON REQUIRED
★ Emergency Service ★ ALL Makes & Models ★ FREE Quotes for New Units ★ Financing Available ★ Local Family Owned Business ★ Friendly Service Every Time!
Garage Doors
Repair • Service • Installation
• Service & Installation • Door Off Track • Routine Maintenance • Licensed, Bonded & Insured • Valley Wide Service 24/7 • Hablo Español
432 N. Litchfield Rd. Unit 300 Showroom & Parts Store
Fix & Replace Garage Doors & Openers
Don’t let your broken panes... Break your bank!!! Mention this ad: Buy One Window Replacement Get the Second -1/2 OFF* Residential • Commercial
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Bonded • Insured • Licensed AvondaleGarageDoors.com ROC#198687
CLEANING
623-225-1930
623.466.3712
(623) 878-1180
*Equal or lesser value of materials ONLY
ROC# CR65 090690D
REMODELING
Carpet, Tile-Grout, & Air Duct Cleaning
AC-HEAT-PLUMBING
FREE ESTIMATES! FREE DIAGNOSIS!
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OPEN 24/7/265 (623) 244-6447
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Commercial & Residential Housecleaning
FREE ESTIMATES
Call Today/Clean Today
(6 2 3) 5 8 2 - 4 4 7 7
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602.550.7732
APPLIANCE SERVICES
CONTRACTORS
Appliance Repair Now
GET AN ESTIMATE TODAY!
If It’s Broken, We Can Fix It!
• Same Day Service • On-Site Repairs • Servicing All Major Brands • Quality Guaranteed
We Also Buy, Sell & Trade Used Appliances Working or Not
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WEST VALLEY BUSINESS
623.535.VIEW
HOME IMPROVEMENTS
AIR CONDITIONING
HANDYMAN & HOME IMPROVEMENT SERVICES
*FREE SECOND OPINIONS *EMERGENCY SERVICE *ALL MAKES & MODELS
Check us out on Angie’s List, Manta, Porch and Yelp Business Listings.
714-380-9826 Not a licensed contractor
VISTA VISTA
SOL SOL LANDSCAPE LANDSCAPE
Irrigation Install & Repairs Irrigation Install Pavers& Repairs Pavers Outdoor Lighting Outdoor Lighting Arbor Care/Cleanups Arbor Care/Cleanups
www.airNOWac.com
623-932-1674 A+ REPAIR-SERVICE-UPGRADE HANDYMAN Professional Handyman Over 25 Years Construction Experience
Not a licensed contractor
602.301.3429
Minnesota Ethics in an Arizona Economy
Landscape Maintenance Services
(Call/Text)
HOME REPAIR L.L.C.
623.910.0742
* 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.
Weekly, Biweekly, Monthly & Quarterly Residential & Commercial, Big Properties
HandymanIam@cox.net
Not a licensed contractor
REMODELING
LANDSCAPING
RESIDENTIAL SPECIALISTS FOR ALL YOUR RESIDENTIAL FOR ALL YOUR INTERIOR SPECIALISTS & EXTERIOR PROJECTS
Mike’s Lawn Service LLC
INTERIOR & EXTERIOR PROJECTS
• • • • • •
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 Not a licensed contractor
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623-933-4312 11126 W. Wisconsin Ave, #5 - Youngtown For Discount Coupons Visit www.AlbrechtandSon.com Licensed/Bonded/Insured Limited Liability Corp • ROC #155822 KB02
• Weed Removal/Spray • One-Time Cleanup
Same Owners, Same Great Service!
Custom Landscaping and Hardscaping Same Owners, formerly Flatiron Landscape
Same Great Service! Pavers. Artificial Grass. Putting Greens
Same Owners, Same Service! Custom Landscaping andGreat Hardscaping Concrete. Retaining Walls.
Pavers. Artificial Grass. Putting Greens Fireplaces. Outdoor Kitchens. Curbing. Custom Landscaping and Hardscaping
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 ROC#202397. ROC#219652 D:(623)670-0080 D:(623)670-0080 stonecreek-az.com stonecreek-az.com D:(623)670-0080 O:(623)536-8275 O:(623)536-8275 stonecreek-az.com
Listed HOA/PORA
Plumbing Experts
FREE ESTIMATES
Family Locally Owned & Operated • 20 Years Experience
623-299-7111 www.ampmhomeservices.com Insured
*Not a Licensed Contractor
PAINTING
PAINTING
We’re on A-CALL A-CALL aa cacallllreawawonayaylyly PAINTING
BRANDENBURG PAINTING
We’Wree’ only a call away !
HOA REPAINT REPAINT SPECIALIST HOA SPECIALIST HOA REPAINT SPECIALIST ROC#302675 ROC#302675 •• Fully Fully Insured Insured jppaintpros445@gmail.com jppaintpros445@gmail.com
Free Estimates Jack Pacheco Jack Pacheco
O:(623)536-8275 Licensed - Bonded - Insured • ROC#202397 ROC#219652
MEDICAL SERVICES
PAINTING
Free Estimates
623-972-9150 623-695-3390
Bob
PAINTING
• In-Home care service for your loved ones • On Call 24/7 Customized Care • Experienced Staff • RN Supervised • Serving the Greater Phoenix West
623.547.7521
Drywall Repair/Texture Matching Acoustic Ceiling Removal Cabinets’ & Power Washing
Interior & Exterior
FREE ESTIMATES
Jeff R. Saunders
602-826-3969 Mobile
Mike (623) 764-1294
www.acompassionatehomecare.com
Credit Cards Accepted ROC Lic. #143502 & Bonded
HANDYMAN
MEDICAL SERVICES
PAINTING
ERIC SAUNDERS
Honey Do List Too Long? Check out the Handyman Section!
Interior & Exterior Bonded & Insured ROC #123818
Saunders Painting The most experienced and compassionate home care service in the West!
References Available
Water Heaters • Faucets • Toilets • Filtration & R.O. Drywall Painting/Texture • Electrical • Fans • Lighting Pool Repairs • Drain Cleaning • Sewer Cameras Bathroom Remodel/Update • Plus Much More!
602-422-3648 602-422-3648
“A Passion for Caring”
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Your Custom Remodeling Specialist For All Your Home Improvement Needs!
Quality Attention to Every Detail
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Painting, Remodeling and Construction
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Weekly Year Round Service! No job too big or too small
ALBRECHT AND SON
Lawn Care
LANDSCAPING
HANDYMAN I AM
602-931-0904
LANDSCAPING
LANDSCAPING Landscape
Licensed, Bonded, Insured • ROC 209166
Ben - 623-764-1364
Uriel 623-297-0114 623-297-0114 Uriel
HANDYMAN
One Call Can Fix It All!
Gardeningpluslandscapes@gmail.com
Specializing in LARGE TREE TRIMMING Antonio or Laura 623.206.3403
vistadelsollandscape@q.com vistadelsollandscape@q.com
•No Job Too Small • Free Estimates
WHY PAY MORE? Mike 714-742-4527
Insured & Bonded Insured & Bonded ROC#230926 ROC#230926
DEL DEL
FAMILY OWNED & OPERATED WESTSIDE BUSINESS LICENSED ROC#313262-BONDED-INSURED “World Class Service - Hometown Feel”
• Regular Maintenance • • Bi-Weekly & Monthly Service • • One Time Clean-Ups • • Plant & Tree Renovation • • Tree Trimming & Removal • • Irrigation Repairs & Installs • • Weed Control & Removal • • Next-Day Service in Most Cases •
Not a licensed contractor
LANDSCAPING
**FREE QUOTES ON NEW EQUIPMENT** “FINANCING AVAILABLE”
HANDYMAN
LANDSCAPING
Charles Residential Care LLC. • Offers long-term residential care for seniors • RN Owner/operated • Serene, Secure & comfortable environment • Trains caregivers for NCIA Board certification and Heart Saver CPR/1st Aid • Beds available in Goodyear and Glendale
Contact us at 309-269-0798 or 309-314-7790
BRUSH STROKE PAINTING
VALLEYWIDE!
– Licensed and Bonded –
CALL FOR FREE ESTIMATES
602-434-7050 PEST CONTROL
WINTER BROS PESTS, inc. Termite - Pest - Pigeon Pro’s
FREE ESTIMATES
POWER WASH • WINDOW CLEANING • CABINETS DRYWALL REPAIR • ACOUSTIC CEILINGS BRUSH/ROLL/SPRAY • INTERIOR/EXTERIOR brushstrokepaintingllc@gmail.com
MOBILE:
INTERIOR & EXTERIOR PAINTING
602-722-7696
Licensed, Bonded & Insured
ROC Lic. #170982
— 623-869-7378 — FHA/VA Inspections
Bed Bugs, Bees, etc.
Basic Pest Service
FAMILY OWNED
49-75
$
Lic. / Est. 1981
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& SERVICE DIRECTORY PLUMBING
PLUMBING
ROOFING
HAMILTON & HAMILTON Plumbing & Drain Cleaning
Residential, Commercial & Industrial Customers
55
$
For All Plumbing Repairs
Lic# 4147
623-299-2637
100% Satisfaction Guaranteed
623-322-9100
Licensed • Bonded • Insured ROC 229722 • PORA & HOA Gold Member
PLUMBING
PLUMBING
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
PLUMBING
Total Care Plumbing LLC Water Heaters from
585 Unclog Drains from $ 4400 $
For All Your Plumbing Needs Senior Citizen Discount 20 Years Experience
includes labor
Remodels • Repairs Leaks • Toilets Water Softeners Gas • Sink/Faucets
MIKE MORAN PLUMBING LLC
Your West Valley Plumber
Senior Citizen Discount FREE Estimates • Service/Repair
623-385-9580 ROC 233444 Licensed • Bonded • Insured
Licensed • Bonded • Insured
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
TRIPLE WE DO IT ALL!
U.S.A.F. Retired. 25+ Yrs. Exp.
Remodel • All Repairs Cleaning SVC “No Nonsense” www.triplerpool.com Licensed Contractor ROC C-37-120135 • ROC C-05-159059
“1 Call & We Do It All”
623-293-7095 623-293-7095
triplerpool@gmail.com
623-935-9221
ROOFING
PLUMBING
Honest Locally Integrity & Veteran Value Owned
™
™
Estrella Custom Designs ROC#273001 • 0 STRIKES • INSURED & BONDED
FREE SERVICE CALL
Water Heaters • Drain Cleaning • Faucets/Sinks • Slab Leaks Water Softeners • Toilets • Garbage Disposals
SENIOR DISCOUNTS •MILITARY DISCOUNTS
30 OFF
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
49.95
Service
Water Heater Flush
100 OFF New Water Heater
Call for details. Some restrictions may apply. Exp 5/31/19
Call for details. Some restrictions may apply. Exp 5/31/19
Call for details. Some restrictions may apply. Exp 5/31/19
$
$
623-688-5243 www.theplumberguy.com Licensed • Bonded • Insured ROC 185143, 192987
AIR CONDITIONING
AZ MAD Heating & Cooling
Painting & More
35 Years Experience in the Valley
EstrellaCustomDesigns.com
623-293-2648
ROOFING 602-622-2859 623-936-5775 We raise the roof with our quality, service and value!
All types of roofing! Re-Roofs New Roofs • Repairs
FREE ESTIMATES!
26 Years Experience in the Valley! ROC Lic. #133241 • Bonded • Insured
Almeida Roofing Inc. All Types of Roofing
FREE
ESTIMATES!!!!!
NO EXTRA $$$ FOR AFTER RS, WEEKENDHSOU OR HOLIDAYS!
623-535-8000
Same Day Service
24 HR. EMERGENCY SERVICE
All Makes & Models Free 2nd Opinions • Free Equipment Quotes
45.00
$
Phoenix Metro Area
ROC#212627
Family Owned & Operated Not afraid to work weekends Get out of the crowd and join the family! WINDOW COVERINGS
UPHOLSTERY FREE Estimates
Commercial & Residential Expert Custom Upholstery Since 1976
DAVID’S UPHOLSTERY (623)
We make WOOD SHUTTERS Affordable!
Call (602) 799-4450
872-3047
ROOFING
FREE ESTIMATES
$
BEST ROOFING
Built Stronger to Last Longer
License #ROC209589
™
AZ’S
Your leaks stop here!
L&M
PEST & LANDSCAPING LLC • ALL PEST CONTROL • Fleas/ Ticks • Bed Bugs • Roaches • Weed control • All surfaces with 6 month guarantee • Residential / Commercial
24 Hr. Service Plumbing Service & Repair Sewer & Drain Cleaning Free Estimates Free Plumbing Inspection
Licensed • Bonded • Insured ROC#216918 • 216982
PEST CONTROL The Bug Stops Here
with Plumbing Inspection
Senior & Military Discounts
Serving Arizona Since 1976 • Locally Owned & Operated
800-284-2392 602-275-4888 www.biochemexterminating.com
DRAIN CLEANING
AS LOW AS $45 PER ISSUE ASK US HOW!
Inc.
PEST CONTROL
www.justshutters.info
PLUMBING If Your Water Won’t Flow or Your Air Won’t Blow...Call...
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
Senior & Military Discounts
6500
$
Drain Cleaning with Guarantee
$
75 OFF
Any NEW Water Heater Install
Sewer Camera Inspections
602-743-3175
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FREE ESTIMATES
Family Locally Owned & Operated • 20 Years Experience
www.almeidaroofing.com
Complimentary Plumbing Inspection with Any Repair
Licensed • Bonded • Insured ROC # 215758
Licensed • Bonded • Insured • 234804 & 234805
623-299-7111
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BE$T PEOPLE - BE$T PRICES LOWE$T TA X RATE 2018 FORD FIESTA SEDAN SE STK# 18415 • Sync w/App Link • Rear Camera • 15” Alum • More!
MSRP: $
16,310
$
$
6,000 OFF
JONES PRICE:
10,310*
2018 FORD FOCUS SEDAN
2018 FORD FOCUS SEDAN TITANIUM
STK# 18260 • Sync w/App Link • Keyless Entry • Rear Camera • More!
STK# 18152 • Remote Start • Navigation • Leather • More!
MSRP:
MSRP:
$
18,735
$
$
7,000 OFF
JONES PRICE:
11,735*
DEMO DAYS ARE BACK AT JONES ORD $ BUCKEYE!!! 20,596*
$
25,845
$
8,000 OFF
2018 FORD ECO SPORT SE 4WD STK# 18373 • 8” Touch Screen • Navigation • Sync 3 • More!
MSRP: $
27,096
$
JONES PRICE:
6,500 OFF
2019 FORD ESCAPE SE STK# 19083 • Chrome Pkg • Lariat • Bliss • More!
MSRP: $
27,630
$
6,000 OFF
$
JONES PRICE:
21,630*
$
JONES PRICE:
17,845*
2019 FORD FUSION SE HYBRID STK# 19015 • Pre Collision Assist • Navigation • Sync 3 • More!
MSRP: $
28,450
$
JONES PRICE:
5,500 OFF $ 22,950*
2019 FORD TRANSIT CONNECT XLT WAGON
2018 FORD F-150 4x4 CREW “DIESEL”
STK# 19014 • Pre Collision Assist • Navigation • Sync 3 • More!
STK# 18566 • Chrome Pkg • Lariat • Bliss • More!
MSRP:
MSRP:
$
30,665
$
6,000 OFF
$
JONES PRICE:
24,665*
$
59,555
$
JONES PRICE:
17,000 OFF $ 42,555*
JUST ARRIVED! FRESH PRE-OWNED AT JONES FORD SUPER MEGA STORE! 2009 DODGE CALIBER SXT #T8378A Low Miles! Priced to Sell!...............................
2009 VW TOUAREG 2 VR6
5,158
$
2016 MITSUBISHI OUTLANDER SPORT ES 2013 HONDA ODYSSEY EX-L
#P8413A Low Miles! Like New! ......................................
9,958
$
#P8364A Sporty, Sharp, 1 Owner!............................ $14,158
#P8454
Well Equip! Only 40K Mi! Warr. Incl! ........ $19,558
2001 FORD F-150 KING RANCH
2013 FORD F-150 STX
2001 FORD SUPER DUTY F-350
2014 INFINITI Q50 HYBRID SPORT
#18269A Crew Cab, 4x4, Classic! ...................................$5,358
#19139A Nice and Affordable! .................................. $12,358
#T8382A Crew Cab, 4x4, 7.3L Diesel! ...................... $14,558
#T8441
2010 SCION xB
2016 FORD FUSION SE
2014 TOYOTA RAV4 LE
2003 FORD MUSTANG SVT COBRA
#P8337B Great MPG!..........................................................
5,858
$
#19114A Appearance Pkg, Sharp! ...........................
13,258
$
#T8400A Super Nice! AWD, Must See! ....................
14,958
$
#X8442
Like New! Well Equipped! ........................ $20,458 A Classic! Only 15,592 Miles! .................. $21,158
2011 TOYOTA SIENNA LE
2013 GMC TERRAIN SLE
2015 CHRYSLER TOWN & COUNTRY TOURING 2013 CHEVY BLACK DIAMIND AVALANCHE
#18602A Super Clean, Great Price! ...............................$9,858
#19058A Only 47K Miles! ............................................ $13,958
#P8260B Well Equipped! Must See! ........................ $15,458
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 05/14/2019. Sales vehicles may have scratches, dents or dings. See dealer for details.
#19297A 1 Owner, 4WD, Crew, Loaded! ................ $28,758