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Attorney helps feds nab Avondale con man By Paul Maryniak

When he lived in Avondale and then Ahwatukee, Raheem Oliver knew how to play the angles. He played them so well that he made an estimated $640,000 in three years off the backs of elderly people – including a 96-year-old man known for his work as a World War II Marine cinematographer whom he ﬂeeced out of $98,000 through an elaborate magazine subscription racket. But Oliver made a crucial mistake two years ago that put him in a federal courtroom in Virginia last Friday before a judge who handed him a 14-year prison sentence. Oliver rented a house from Ahwatukee attorney Mark Pyper. Had it not been for Pyper’s curiosity, Oliver might well have continued what U.S. Attorney G. Zachary Terwilliger called “his broad and calculated magazine fraud scam.” Even Pyper himself was conned, though not through the magazine scam. Back in 2016, Oliver offered to rent Pyper’s 7,500-square-foot house in Ahwatukee’s Equestrian Estates neighborhood. So, the attorney did a background check and learned Oliver had spent time in prison. Oliver had served six years for his conviction on armed robbery and kidnapping stemming from a violent heist of a jewelry store in Gilbert in 2003. He blindfolded the female clerk and bound her in duct tape

Ahwatukee attorney Mark Pyper holds a copy of the check he received from con man and career criminal Raheem Oliver when he was a tenant in a home Pyper owned. The third-party check piqued his curiosity and he called the man who wrote it – ultimately triggering an investigation that unraveled the scheme. (West Valley View photo by Kimberly Carrillo)

before making off with what police said at the time was a “considerable” amount of jewelry. When he brought his prison record to Oliver’s attention, Pyper recalled, Oliver “represented that he was a ‘changed man’

with a successful business and that he even coached underprivileged teens in a competitive basketball league.” Acting on religious beliefs that once in-

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Suspects arrested in Buckeye narcotics bust By Christina Fuoco-Karasinski A three-month investigation by the Maricopa County Drug Suppression Task Force (MCDSTF) yielded 15 pounds of methamphetamine, 519 fentanyl pills, marijuana, cocaine and vehicles. The investigation, which started in May, led to the arrest of three men on August 17.

Abraham Oliveros-Suarez, 22, Armando Oliveros-Suarez, 25, and Rodrigo Valdez, 22, were taken into custody in connection with the sale and possession of the drugs. The suspects met undercover detectives at a location in Buckeye to conduct the drug transaction. Once the suspects met

with detectives, they were taken into custody without incident. Detectives also found a high-caliber handgun inside the vehicles the suspects arrived in. The investigation led detectives

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Swindler...continued from page 1 spired him to serve a mission in Africa as a young man, Pyper decided to give him a second chance. He realized pretty quickly he had made a mistake. Within a matter of months, Pyper said he “began seeing irregularities involving Oliver and his rental payments.” There were other problems as well – such as Pyper’s pool service company telling him that Oliver’s kids were throwing rocks into the pool that were creating problems with the filter system. Then there was the basketball camp. One day he dropped in on Oliver and found “18 kids in sleeping bags on the living room ﬂoor.” He later found out that Oliver was charging their families $5,000 for the camp, which he touted as a route to a big-name college or university scholarship. During his sentencing, his lawyer cited a half dozen individuals who got basketball scholarships and claimed they resulted from Oliver’s work with them. But it was how Oliver paid his rent that finally piqued Pyper’s curiosity – and eventually started the conman’s

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quick descent into problems with fed- have to rip out your 18-foot wrought eral authorities that ended in his guilty iron front door.” “I’m glad I gave them the code,” plea earlier this month to federal fraud Pyper said. charges. Investigators found a Rather than pay him ruthless, well-coordinatfrom his own checked scam. ing account, Oliver sent For at least three years, Pyper a check that an elOliver led a ring that derly Kentucky farmer preyed on vulnerable elhad made out to Oliver. derly people by “falsely Pyper tracked down the representing to these inman, who talked about dividuals via telephone how Oliver had threatcalls and other commuened him with legal acnications that the victims tion over $18,000 for needed to pay thousands unpaid magazine subscriptions. He told Pyper Raheem Oliver faces 14 years of dollars at a time for in prison for bilking over 300 that Oliver had him send elderly people out of more purported magazine subroughly half that amount than $600,000. (Special to scription renewal fees, past-due magazine sub– which turned out to be the West Valley View) scription balances, attorthe check that Oliver simneys’ fees, fines, other legal fees and ply forwarded on to his landlord. Pyper called the FBI, which referred court costs,” prosecutors charged. He threatened his victims with lawhim to U.S. Postal inspectors. They began an intensive investiga- suits and even arrests and not only tion that culminated in a raid on the pressured them into making payments, but also made illicit charges Equestrian Estates mansion. Pyper still remembers the conversa- off the credit card numbers they protion just before the raid: “They said, vided him. One victim received 100 calls in a ‘If you give us the key code, we won’t six-month period from Oliver, who extorted sums that quickly tallied thousands of dollars. Oliver was a classic deadbeat, too. While stiffing Pyper on the rent, Oliver drove a new Mercedes, wore fancy clothes and expensive jewelry and often talked of the exotic trips he took with his wife and four kids. One time, Pyper pressed Oliver about his unpaid rent. He begged Pyper

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to be patient and said that fellow congregants at his church in Laveen were “passing the plate” to raise money to cover the arrearages. “I told him, ‘So you live in a mansion but the peasants who live in Laveen are helping you out,’” the attorney said. Pyper said he is out thousands of dollars in property damage and unpaid rent. And he quickly discovered he was not alone. “He got married at my house and I got a call from a catering company looking for him. It turned out he never paid their bill,” Pyper said. Then there’s the company that had installed a $10,000 security system in the home at Oliver’s request; they never got paid either. Though he had changed his life of crime from one of violence to fraud, Oliver inﬂicted no small degree of injury on his victims. “By any measure, the defendant’s criminal conduct was quite serious and was motivated by greed,” Terwilliger said in a presentence report. “The defendant deliberately targeted elderly victims, often with diminished mental capacity and physical health, and preyed upon them in order to unjustly enrich himself. He repeatedly and shamelessly lied to his victims, and he employed calculated and sophisticated tactics to mask his true identity and conceal his crimes,” he wrote, adding: “Most importantly, as the victim impact statements make clear, the defendant not only stole thousands of dollars from his individual victims (totaling hundreds of thousands of dollars overall), but his conduct also inﬂicted se-

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rious emotional harms on the elderly victims and their family members.” One of those victims was Norm Hatch, a Marine Corps combat cinematographer during World War II who risked his life to capture some of the most iconic footage of the Battles of Iwo Jima and Tarawa. That footage helped the documentary With the Marines at Tarawa win the 1945 Academy Award for Most Outstanding Documentary Short Film. The story of Hatch’s experiences in World War II was later turned into a book. Somehow, Oliver – whom Hatch had never met – managed to convinced the then-93-year-old Alexandria, Virginia, resident that he owed $98,000 for unpaid magazine subscriptions. Hatch paid Oliver the money, and died a year ago without ever seeing a penny back. A friend of Hatch, who requested anonymity, thought Oliver’s sentencing Friday was “sort of cosmic justice.” It came exactly one year to the day that Hatch was laid to rest in Arlington National Cemetery. There were no jewelry or fancy clothes on Oliver as he stood before the judge and pleaded for probation. “Raheem showed up in court in oversized jeans and untucked shirt,” the friend said. “I thought it was rather sloppy of him – you’d assume one would want to look presentable in front of a judge – but later a detective told me that defendants will do that because sometimes they go right into custody and their clothes are put into storage for years.” Ironically, that didn’t happen – at least not immediately. Oliver said he is trying to earn money to repay the victims, claiming he was coming into the possession of a truck that would help him earn $15,000 to pay some restitution. They noted he had been a “top salesman” after his release from prison in 2010 for Dish 1 Up Satellite and later for Global Sales Enterprises. Prosecutors noted that Oliver also had been a “top salesman” for all the bogus magazine companies he set up to rob his victims – companies named National Publishers Magazine, Platinum Reader Magazine, readerselection.com and Magazine Subscription Renewal LLC. “Mr. Oliver has tried to make amends as best he can – both through continuing his worthy efforts to help underprivileged youth and by seeking business opportunities to help pay restitution to the victims,” his lawyers told the judge. They also requested he be sentenced to a minimum-security prison in the Phoenix area “so that he may stay involved in his family’s life as much as possible.” The judge allowed him to remain free on bond until that facility has a free bed.

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Pendergast CFO chosen for national academy By West Valley View staff

Pendergast Elementary School District chief financial officer Joanne Fimbres has been selected to participate in the National Association for Latino Superintendents and Administrators (ALAS) Superintendents Leadership Academy. Fimbres has served as the Pendergast CFO since January 2017 and is responsible for directing, managing and coordinating the business and financial services related to the planning, development and implementation of policies, programs and practices in support of the district. Pendergast Superintendent Dr. Lily Matos DeBlieux recommended Fimbres for the academy, which she attended in 2012. “Joanne has been a visionary leader in the Pendergast Dis-

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they must have a high level of energy, determination and perseverance to act as a change agent in a demanding organization. “I was thrilled to be chosen for this honor to participate as it will not only enhance my leadership skills, but also enable me to share my passion for improving public education with a long-term commitment to our preschool to eighth-grade system,” Fimbres said. “Our students deserve the very best educational experience and having a chance to learn from the finest practitioners across the nation will benefit not only me, but also the students, staff, families and the communities we serve. I am grateful for the support Pendergast district provides, and the encouragement to grow and collaborate.”

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The Justice Courts of Maricopa County are putting out a call to members of the public who may have what it takes to preside over certain kinds of court cases. Every day, Justices of the Peace handle evictions, orders of protection, civil lawsuits, criminal traffic citations, civil traffic citations, small claims cases and more. Those last two types – civil traffic and small claims – may also be heard by volunteer hearing officers. The Justice Courts have a need for qualified hearing officers in the West Valley at court buildings in Avondale and Surprise. Small claims are cases where one person has filed a lawsuit of $3,500 or less against another person. The Hearing Officer listens to the evidence and decides whether to award a monetary judgment. In civil traffic cases, a law enforcement officer has given a traffic citation to someone who then pleads “not responsible.” The law enforcement officer states his/her case in court and the defendant does the same. The hearing officer then makes a decision. If “re-

sponsible,” a fine is assessed. If “not responsible,” the case is dismissed. Qualifications include a serious commitment to listen and be fair. A calm and patient demeanor, and a desire to help neighbors and peers in the community are important. Officers must donate days per month, sitting on the bench listening to these court cases. They must pass fingerprint and background checks. Those with felony convictions will be disqualified. The Justice Courts are collecting names of citizens who think they would be a good fit. They will be invited to a “behind-the-bench” tour of either the Southwest Regional Court Center at 10420 W. Van Buren Street in Avondale or the Northwest facility at 14264 W. Tierra Buena Lane in Surprise. The day will include a tour of the courthouses, information about the Justice Courts and being a hearing officer, then sitting in on actual trials in progress. Anyone interested should send an email to Judge Quentin Tolby at MCJusticeCourts@gmail.com to start the process.

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Union Elementary principal nominated for LifeChanger award By Christina Fuoco-Karasinski

Union Elementary School principal Michael Welsh mirrors a Midwestern work ethic. A Buchanan, Michigan, native, Welsh connects with teachers regularly to discuss the resources they need and how to improve classroom behavior in Tolleson. He spends time with struggling students and connects with families to build a sense of community. He works hard for himself and the students. As a way of saying thanks to Welsh, kindergarten teacher Stephanie Sisson nominated him for the 2018-2019 national LifeChanger of the Year award. “Overall, Mr. Welsh provides a caring, nurturing environment for our students, staff and families, where we feel supported and valued as educators,” Sisson said. Sponsored by the National Life Group Foundation, LifeChanger of the Year recognizes and rewards K-12 educators and school district employees who are making a difference in the lives of students by exemplifying excellence,

positive influence and leadership. Seventeen LifeChanger of the Year awards with varying monetary prizes will be given during this school year. Winners are announced via surprise award ceremonies held at their schools. The grand prize finalists will also be honored at a national awards ceremony in May in Hawaii, where the grand prize winner will be revealed. To view Welsh’s LifeChanger of the Year nominee profile, or to nominate someone, visit lifechangeroftheyear.com. “It’s very exciting,” Welsh said. “I think it’s neat to be recognized. I do this because I’m passionate. I love public education. I love the families. I love the students and I love the teachers. This is the cherry on the top. “I think people get into administration because they’re very passionate about children. I’m passionate about all aspects, all of which are parts of the puzzle.” Welsh began his career in his hometown, where he taught third grade. “My first teaching assignment was

in my old third-grade classroom,” Welsh said. “My teacher passed away of cancer and I was hired to ﬁnish the year out. I was hired the next year. “Going back to the school where I attended kindergarten through ﬁfth grade and taking over the classroom of my third-grade teacher was amazing.” Welsh, who earned degrees from Bethel College and Grand Valley State University worked in Ohio for two years and has been in Arizona for more than a decade. Welsh has been in his position just over three years. He encourages teachers to collaborate and create lesson plans together Union Elementary School principal Michael Welsh said “When we get away from he’s preparing children, like Elias Lopez and Gabriel Se‘my class’ and say ‘our class,’ ville, for life in his role. (West Valley View photo by Pablo Robles) we’re making an impact not just in ‘mine’ but all class“My biggest goal is for our students rooms,” Welsh said. to have options in life,” he says. “I “Every child deserves to come to want them to be as prepared as they school in a quality classroom, a qual- can be for life. ity school and do that through shared “I want them to know that goal setcommitment. That’s how you make a ting and working hard and trying and difference.” not giving up counts. We’re preparing For Welsh, this is about the kids. kids for life.”

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Residents of Avondale, Buckeye and Goodyear are invited to register for the fall Southwest Valley HOA Academy from 8 a.m. to noon Saturday, September 22, at Goodyear City Hall, 190 N. Litchﬁeld Road. Participants will learn about the legality board decisions. The interactive seminar incorporates video clips of boards taking action that was lawful, “but awful,” according to a press release. The seminar addresses best practices and recent developments in Arizona law that directly impact planned communities and condominium associations. For more information, call 623333-2701 (Avondale), 623-349-6459 (Buckeye) or 623-882-7801 (Goodyear).

A man was shot at a Circle K at the southwest corner of Lower Buckeye and El Mirage roads, according to Avondale Police. Officers responded to the scene around 12:40 p.m. August 10, finding the victim in front of the store with a nonlife-threatening gunshot wound. He was transported to the hospital in stable condition. Later that evening, around 7:45 p.m., the Pinal County Sheriff’s Office tipped Avondale Police off about a potential suspect, who was subsequently revealed to be Anthony Deshawn Washington of Avondale through a collaborative effort between the two departments. Washington was booked into the Pinal County Jail for attempted first degree homicide.

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Avondale Water Conservation classes announced By Christina Fuoco-Karasinski

Avondale will soon begin water conservation and landscaping classes to create healthy, vibrant landscapes with the water waste. Most courses are taught by master gardeners, certified arborists and horticulturists. Dates and times vary through the season. Classes are offered at Avondale City Hall, 11465 W. Civic Center Drive; or Avondale Civic Center Library, 11350 W. Civic Center Drive. Advanced registration is required, as space is limited. Classes could be canceled due to low registration. To sign up, contact Esmie Avila, Avondale Water Conservation education specialist, at 623-333-4422 or eavila@avondaleaz.gov. For more information, visit avondaleaz.gov/landscapeclasses. Here are the classes, all of which are from 6 to 8 p.m., unless otherwise noted:

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Growing West Valley eyed as one market for Showhomes expansion By Connor Dziawura Showhomes, billed to be “America’s Largest Home Staging Company,” is looking to branch outside of the Phoenix metropolitan area’s Scottsdale market in the future. The company, which is locally only in Scottsdale, can support around five locations throughout the Valley, said the company’s chief operating officer, Matt Kelton. One of these locations would be Goodyear, while other areas of interest cited by Kelton are Cave Creek and Carefree in the northeast, Chandler and Gilbert in the southeast, as well as more central areas. “They’re all good,” Kelton said. “We’ve had good luck. We’ve had a couple of different owners in Phoenix in the last 20 years and it seems like they understand staging (and) design … Staging is big on the west coast in general is what we’ve found, and I think it’s definitely a good market as far as looking at opportunities for our specific industry.” One of these owners is current Scottsdale franchisee Janelle Joyce. Show-

Showhomes’ Scottsdale franchisee, Janelle Joyce, has sold $100 million in real estate. The company is now looking to replicate her success by expanding to other Valley markets, like Goodyear. (West Valley View photo by Kimberly Carrillo)

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based on statistics like population and the top 20 percent of home values, he said. Growth in Phoenix – and the West Valley – makes the Valley an ideal market for the company. “We look at a new construction both of residential homes as well as things like shopping centers,” he said. “We look at job growth, companies that are moving into an area. Part of the things we look at are past experience we have in the market, which we have had a positive experience. And we look at design trends, is there a market that staging has a presence, what’s the competition look like, are there a number of stagers and designers. “When we look at everything as a whole, those are all things that would indicate that this would be a really good market for us.” Founded in 1986, the company has evolved over the past 30-plus years and now offers a variety of services such as home manager staging, home staging, home makeovers and home updating. Not only has the metro Phoenix market grown for Showhomes, but so has the home staging industry – and in turn the Showhomes brand. Nationwide, the company has 67 locations in 22 states. “It’s almost become kind of an accepted thing that your home’s going to be staged and designed,” Kelton said, adding that the majority of people view homes online before they ever visit it in person. “It’s something that realtors now are big proponents and expect it, and very few people can visualize what a home looks like vacant, and so if it’s vacant you can get low ball offers and it just seems to pop a lot better when it’s furnished with ontrend stuff.” Joyce reiterated this idea. She views proper pricing and home staging as well as having strong photos to be important because “online presence means everything.” Staging helps buyers visualize scale and how the house will look when fully furnished. As far as the growth of home staging, Joyce has noticed a change that she perceives to stem from the rise of HGTV and flipping and design television shows. “I don’t have to talk them into why staging works. I just have to explain to them why I’m their best choice,” she explained.

OPINION

WEST VALLEY VIEW NEWS | AUGUST 29, 2018

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Trump: Clueless or a liar? Editor: Yes, it is an old theme, but it’s been a few months since we reflected on Mr. Trump’s false statements. Politifact looked at hundreds of his comments and determined that he spoke falsely in 68 percent of them. Here are a few from recent weeks: • “Because of open borders, crime in Germany is way up.” False: It is at its lowest rate in 30 years. • “The EU is killing us on the Mercedes and BMWs they export to us.” False: Most of those cars are made in South Carolina. • “We have the highest quarterly GDP growth in decades.” False: It was higher five times in Obama’s second term. • “The tariffs are working so well that U.S. Steel is building six new steel plants.” False: They are not building any. • “I have the highest poll numbers in the history of the Republican Party.” False: He is fourth highest since regular polls began in 1935. • “Many NATO countries owe us a lot of money.” False: NATO doesn’t work that way – each country funds its own military • “I have watched ICE liberate towns from the MS-13 gangs.” False: There is no evidence of that, and no mayor or police agency supports his claim. • “The Steele dossier started the Mueller investigation.” False: It was the FBI tracking Trump campaign adviser George Papadopoulos’ contacts with Russians. • “Collusion is not a crime.” False: Although the word collusion is used only in antitrust laws, the behavior is illegal under several criminal statutes. The Washington Post reports Mr. Trump makes untrue statements an average of six times a day. Shame on him. Sadly, he campaigned the same way, but 45 percent of the voters didn’t care and elected him anyway. Shame on them. John Flynn Goodyear

Capitalism works Editor: Sen. Cory Booker, D-NJ, a rising star in the party and possible presidential candidate, recently proclaimed that there are things that are savagely wrong with America. It seems the one thing that gives the left energy and purpose is to tell us how bad America has become. They see America as an unjust country in need of a complete makeover, possibly to socialism or even communism, two historically failed isms. No great discoveries or inventions for the advancement of humanity have ever been made by anyone living under socialism or communism because those failed isms oppress and stifle the human spirit. I grew up believing America was a great and proud nation, and I hold fast to that belief. I was taught by my parents, at church, and most of all by the public school system in the town in which I grew up that America was the greatest nation. Sure, as a nation, historically we have made a lot of mistakes. What nation hasn’t? But if you objectively look at the big picture, America’s nobility far outweighs its failures. No nation has done more for the dignity of mankind than America. No nation has offered more opportunity for individual economic success than America. Capitalism works, not just for the rich, but for everyone. America works, and it works like none other. Had it not been for America, the world would be speaking German or Japanese. Let’s not forget also that slavery was the worst failure we have had as a nation. Thousands upon thousands of white Americans died in a war to bestow the promise of liberty to black Americans. That is a sobering fact. It is time for the left to focus on our greatness instead of our failures and help us build this nation up, instead of tearing it down. Because honestly, there is nothing the left can champion that is better than what we have here, right now. Maybe it is time for the left to help make America great again. But, sadly, the odds are against that happening. Roy Azzarello Goodyear

Open your minds Editor: I’m so tired of all this political nonsense. We have Republicans yelling about the Democrats not being respectful to the president; that they are on a “witch hunt;” they are obstructionists, and everything is fake, including the news. Well, go back eight years and you will see the Republicans have done some of the very same nasty things. Both sides go after the other for what they themselves have done in the past. That’s just crazy! Both sides have flaws and can claim a title of hypocrisy. Remember when President Obama said he was willing to meet any leader and how the Republicans jumped all over him? How they did everything they could to stop President Obama’s policies and his SCOTUS nominee that Republicans wouldn’t allow. Let’s not forget the personal attacks he endured also. Now it’s the Democrats’ turn. It’s perpetual! The one thing I see that’s very different from past administrations is this administration makes things very personal and it is verbally abusive. This has led people on both sides to become just as nasty and abusive. I wish we could get rid of all this

anger and just start listening to each other. That includes me. Each side has something productive to contribute, but to see that, we must listen with an open mind. Get rid of the tit-fortat attitudes. Be open to looking at the truth. The real truth, not just what you are being fed. Don’t dig in your heels just because they are not in your party. Be loyal to what’s right. Be loyal to the facts. Be loyal to the real truth, not necessarily your truth that has been distorted due to a party affiliation. Mike Getz Goodyear

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OPINION

WEST VALLEY VIEW NEWS | AUGUST 29, 2018

‘The In Between Times’ leave him feeling outside By David Leibowitz

For all the many reasons life feels so tricky in 2018 – hideous partisan politics, the changing divide between genders, the inexplicable popularity of the Kardashians – one reason has stood out to me of late. We’re living through a confusing time period that I’ve come to call “The In Between Times.” That would be the space between “back in the day” and some presumably far better tomorrow. Life during The In Between Times generates a ton of confusion. Like Wednesday, when I arrived at a buddy’s house and spied a thick sheath of bound yellow paper littering his driveway. It was soggy to the touch from the monsoon. Nonetheless, I carried the waterlogged item to his front door. Our comedy routine went on a full five minutes. “What is this thing?” I asked. “It says ‘Yellow Pages,’” was his answer. “Huh. You think Amazon screwed up and it’s for someone else?” Me: “Maybe a drone dropped it?” Then we made the ritual annual walk to the recycling bin and gave the Yellow Pages a proper burial.

The In Between Times – when some I’m sure that was the look they wore businesses remain willing to buy ads in at the corporate headquarters of Borthe Yellow Pages, so someder’s Books and Blockone continues to print virtubuster Video, at precisely ally worthless phone books the moment the digital fu– provides many such conture kicked those compafusing moments. Last week, nies in the organizational for example, I told a freeprivate parts. lance designer I would mail That’s The In Between her a check that afternoon. Times for you: You do This Millenial’s rethings one way for 10 or sponse? 20 years. Then, all of a “You know, I actually sudden, 99 percent of the don’t take checks now. I do world is doing that thing a PayPal, Cash app or Zelle. better way and you’re the David Leibowitz. (Photo Whichever works best for courtesy Advisor Group) last to know. Though not you.” all the time. You know what would work best for A few weeks ago, my doctor’s office me? If accepted methods of exchang- asked me to sign a document and fax it ing currency that have been in use for to them. decades wouldn’t go out of style before Me: “Uhh, I’m not sure if you’re my very eyes. aware, but it’s not 1999. I don’t have a Pretty soon, I’m going to make what fax machine. It’s in the trash next to the nowadays has become known as a “dad” Betamax and the telephone answering joke – “The check is in the mail!” – only machine. How about I sign this thing to be greeted by the blank stares and digitally and email it back?” slack jaws that have become staple exThereafter, I was treated to a long pressions during the In Between Times. lecture about end-to-end email encryp-

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Government is helping to create jobs

By Clint Hickman Everyone who wants a good job should be able to get one. County government doesn’t play a direct role in growing the economy, but there are things we can do to increase job opportunities. I wanted to share a few examples that are near and dear to me.

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By Connor Dziawura

Hello, readers! We have an eventful week and a regular Goodyear City Council meeting yielded quite a few results – some of them long-awaited. There’s also a new Music & Arts. But outside of Goodyear, business is booming, too, with developments regarding boba shop Teacup and the Immersive Teaching STEAM Academy in Litchﬁeld Park. A new location for the popular locally owned and operated Bosa Donuts is coming east of Luke Air Force Base; but that’s just scratching the surface. I have the details below! First, Goodyear City Council approved the ﬁnal plat for Pebble Creek Marketplace, at the southwest corner of Pebble Creek Parkway and McDowell Road, on August 20. Pebble Creek Marketplace is the future site of the Babbo Italian Eatery I mentioned last week. I’d be remiss if I neglected to mention WinCo Foods, though there’s not much in the way of updates, unfortunately. I recently spoke with the city’s Economic Development Department, who informed me there is no word yet on the long-awaited WinCo, which would be located at Pebble Creek Marketplace. What I can tell you, though, is that council’s action means the new Circle K and Panera Bread (to be relocated from across the street) will progress. No word yet on the timeline for those two,

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SPORTS

WEST VALLEY VIEW NEWS | AUGUST 29, 2018

Desert Edge wrestling ‘looking great’ under new coach By Eric Newman

Months before the winter high school season even starts, there were several Desert Edge wrestlers hitting the mats to hone techniques and get as many repetitions in as possible. Coach Rafael Perez, who took over the program in June, looked on as his new squad listened to the Rocky soundtrack and continued to improve in voluntary practices, motivated by their new head man. Perez, a quality high school wrestler, forewent college to begin his life in the workforce, and his coaching career began in California just by teaching his kids basic techniques. “I started out my kids over 20 years ago in wrestling because their mom and I thought it would just be something good for them to get into,” he said. “People started asking me to help them train when they saw how my kids were doing. “Eventually, they’d come to my house and train from all over California, and my own kids had a ton of success. It was something I thought I could do at any level. High school level is great because the kids need to learn the tools to succeed in life.” The family moved to Arizona, and Perez joined the staff at wrestling power Sunrise Mountain High to ease into to coaching in a new state. “Well, I eased in for about seven years,” he said, chuckling. “My kids all wanted to go to the same school. When they all finished, I was going to retire, but this surfaced. I got it, and I was motivated to run a whole program the way I wanted to.” Perez described himself as “tough,” and said several members of the roster

Desert Edge wrestling coach Rafael Perez gives advice as sophomore Kris Ciccarelli looks on. (West Valley View photo by Eric Newman)

were shocked at just how hard initial practices were. Weeks later, they were pleasantly surprised at how much they had grown. David Shuler, one of few members of past staff still with the team, said he saw a drastic change in both workout intensity and offseason attendance in a short time once Perez arrived. “The program is just night-and-day level different from what it’s been in the past, not to put anyone from before down. From the first day he stepped in here, you could tell the difference in the atmosphere,” he said. “You can see how much improvement there’s been, and that’s a lot.” Sophomore Kris Ciccarelli, who recently took first place in a local offsea-

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“We were a little weak to start. We’ve all gotten a lot stronger and more intense, and learned a lot of new techniques that we weren’t looking at before in a short time.” he said. “The biggest lesson is that he taught us how to be ‘mean’ and get the opponents uncomfortable so that we can dominate them.” As offseason training progresses, Perez said the roster will continue to accumulate talent, especially when multisport athletes of the Scorpion football team join after that season ends. The success of the wrestling team is important for Perez in his first year with the new program. He hopes his greatest impact comes in teaching life lessons for his young kids. “I want to bring a program where the kids can excel and learn to wrestle, but honestly I want to teach them to wrestle the challenges they’re going to face in life,” he said. “I believe it’s one of the sports that gives kids a ton they can take with them for years after finishing high school.”

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Verrado badminton garnering interest By Grifﬁn Fabits

The consensus among the Verrado High School girls’ badminton team is there’s nobody better suited to build the program from the ground up than Candice Wadding. Entering the program’s third season, Wadding, wants to win. In the program’s inaugural season, just eight girls cracked the varsity team. The following fall, the roster had 19 players. This season, nearly 40 girls tried out for the team. Before taking on the role, Wadding served as the girls’ junior varsity soccer coach. She credits that position, as well as being a physical education teacher, to the booming badminton interest inside the halls of Verrado. “I’m really lucky because I get to watch them evolve in their freshmen P.E. classes and see who’s like really good athletes and who picks up sports quickly,” Wadding said. “I really, really push for them to give me a chance and come out and try a new sport and push them out of their comfort zones.”

Coach Candice Wadding and Morgan Rincon during badminton practice at Verrado High School. (West Valley View photo by Pablo Robles)

As expected, the program had a few bumps along the road while trying to establish itself as a fixture among Verrado athletics. The first being the most obvious: All eight girls the first season were seniors. In consecutive seasons, Wadding

was tasked with filling a roster from scratch. But now, she has certainly garnered interest around the school while boasting returning talent. Two seniors, Paige Rincon and Erika Gomez, began playing because they were coached by Wadding their fresh-

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man year of soccer. Joining the badminton team served as a way to stay in shape for soccer and form a closer bond. They even managed to persuade a few of their varsity soccer teammates to join the badminton squad this year. “Last year, Mrs. Wadding came up to me and said, ‘Come on, play badminton.’ Paige and Erika did it and said it was a lot of fun and then said, ‘Let’s all do it this year,’” said Emily Diab, a junior soccer player. By word of mouth, badminton participation seemingly doubled overnight. Bound to be two of Verrado’s starting six players, Gomez and Rincon were instrumental in recruiting talent. “I was telling everyone it was so fun. I guess word just got around. It’s fun,” Gomez reasoned. Sure, everyone’s having fun. But competition can be even more fun when you’re on the winning end, which Wadding and the girls have set out to do this fall. Her first period class is the badminton team, who practice and mesh as a team. “We would, on late-start Wednesdays last year, practice from 7 in the morning to 10. (Wadding) would make us practice that whole time and that really, really helped us understand the game more and understand each other more. It definitely improved so much of knowing the game and everything,” Rincon said. After consecutive 4-9 seasons, which was good enough to capture the Division II Phoenix section title, the Vipers kicked off their regular season August 28 against Moon Valley. The score was not available at press time. For most of these girls, Wadding included, the transition from the team sports mentality to the one-on-one competition can be challenging. But through it all, one thing has remained the same: These girls are itching to contend, and they’re eager to see that competitive nature brought to light this fall. “I’m so competitive, but I also remember they’re students and this is some of their senior years and I want them to enjoy what they’re doing. I don’t want it to be something that they don’t look forward to, whether they win or lose,” Wadding said.

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DEHS to host national recruiting expert By West Valley View staff Student athletes at Desert Edge High School and their parents will soon get a strong dose of reality about the world of college recruiting from national keynote speaker Jack Renkens. Renkens will share with the audience the lessons he’s learned during his many years as a high school and college coach, athletic director and parent of a high school athlete. He founded Recruiting Realities debunking the myths and presenting the facts about athletic recruiting for student athletes, their families, coaches and school counselors. Renkens’ program has been featured at thousands of schools across the United States, on numerous television programs and at sports camps from coast to coast. In addition, he is a weekly contributor to several major newspapers and magazines. His message about collegiate athletic recruiting is simple: “It’s a game … Know the rules.” High school student athletes serious about continuing to play sports in college can never start too early, nor get too much help. However, most students don’t know the recruiting game, NCAA rules or how to get matched with the best college for them. Renkens will clarify recruiting myths and provide tips to parents and students serious about taking their high school athletics to the next level. Renkens will present at the Desert Edge High School auditorium, 15778 W. Yuma Road, Goodyear, at 7 p.m. Wednesday, September 5. For more information, contact Lucy A. Cohen at 480-540-0040 or lucy@ recruitingathletics.com.

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Latin Dance Aerobics

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

Three-on-Three Basketball

Teens are invited to bring friends for a mini basketball tournament at 3:30 p.m. at the Dr. Saide Recreation Center, 1003 E. Eason Avenue, Buckeye. For information, call 623-349-6350. 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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Wednesday

Verrado Visionaries

Stop by the Verrado Grille at 4242 N. Golf Drive, Buckeye, to join fellow businessmen in a West Valley networking group at 7 a.m. each Wednesday. For information, call 623-640-6268.

Silver Sneakers Exercise Program

Silver Sneakers is a free low-impact exercise program hosted from 8:45 to 9:45 a.m. each Wednesday at the Buckeye Community Center, 201 E. Centre Avenue. For information, call 623-349-6600.

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 623349-6350.

Pinochle

Buckeye Senior Program participants are invited to a free afternoon of pinochle from 2 to 4 p.m. at the Buckeye Community Center, 201 E. Centre Avenue. For information, call 623-349-6600.

English Language Class

Practice English from 9 to 11 a.m. at the Christ Evangelical Lutheran Church’s Fellowship Hall, 918 S. Litchfield Road, Goodyear. For information, call 623-932-2394.

Thursday

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.

CrossFit Fury at Fitness in the Park

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

Code Club

The Buckeye Downtown Library invites kids ages 8 to 12 to come to 310 N. Sixth Street at 5 p.m. to learn to code python, html and scratch. Registration is required. For information, call 623-3496300.

Weight Watchers

Weight Watchers meets weekly with those struggling with weight or looking for some extra support. Come from 8:30 to 10 a.m. at The Christ Evangelical Lutheran Church, 918 S. Litchfield Road, Goodyear. For information, call 623-932-2394.

Baby Time

Bring babies through age 2 for an interactive lap-sit program with books and music at 11:15 a.m. at the Goodyear Branch Library, 14455 W. Van Buren Street. For information, call 602-652-3000.

Not Hungry Tonight

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

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1 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.

Teen and Tween Gaming Saturday

Join other teens and tweens from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. for a morning of video games and board games at White Tank Branch Library, 20304 W. White Tank Mountain Road, Waddell. For information, call 602-652-3000.

Open Swim at the Aquatic Center

Enjoy diving pools, a water slide and swimming from noon to 6 p.m. at the Buckeye Aquatic Center, 207 N. Ninth Street. Tickets are $2. For information, call 623-349-6390.

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.

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Movie Night at the Ballpark

Bring your family and a blanket to a showing of Despicable Me 3 on the field at 7 p.m. at Goodyear Ballpark, 1933 S. Ballpark Way. For information, 623-882-3120.

CPR and First Aid Training Learn CPR and how to react in emergencies such as bleeding, shock and burns from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. at Buckeye Coyote Branch Library, 21699 W. Yuma Road. For information, call 623-349-6300.

Help young children refine motor skills and develop confidence with indoor sports classes from 10 to 10:45 a.m. at the Dr. Saide Recreation Center, 1003 E. Eason Avenue, Buckeye. Registration is required. For information, call 623-349-6350.

Sunday

Sea Lions at Shipwreck Cove

Come see an educational show starring California Sea Lions and skilled trainers at 11:30 a.m. in a

pirate-themed exhibit at Wildlife World Zoo, 16501 W. Northern Avenue, Litchfield Park. This show is free with admission. For information, call 623-935-9453.

Contemplative Prayer & Meditation

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

Monday

Baby Time

The Tolleson Public Library at 9555 W. Van Buren Street invites babies and their caregivers to an interactive play time at 1 p.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.

Adult Book Club

Stop by the Tolleson Public Library at 9555 W. Van Buren Street for a book discussion from 12:30 to 1:30 p.m. For information, call 623-936-2746.

12 Step Group Meeting

Military, veterans and spouses are invited to join a 12 Step Program meeting for recovery from 5 to 6:15 p.m. at the Military and Veterans Success Center, 1532 N. Commissary Road, Glendale. For information, call 480-384-9874.

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.

Tuesday

Quilters Anonymous

Quilters Anonymous is calling all quilters to meet and work with fellow crafters at 6:30 p.m. at the Community Bingo Hall, 3690 S. Estrella Parkway, Goodyear. For information, call 602-418-3746.

Tech Help

Master eBooks, email, Word and more from 3 to 4 p.m. at the Tolleson Public Library, 9555 W. Van Buren Street. For information, call 623-936-2746.

Sewing for Babies

Bring a sewing machine and equipment to join the volunteer Tolleson Community Interfaith Group in creating premature hospital clothing, burial layettes, quilts and more from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. at the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, 701 N. 95th Avenue, Tolleson. For information, call 623-936-3412.

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.

Avondale Farmers’ Market

Find fresh, locally grown produce and agricultural products from 8 a.m. to noon each Tuesday through October 30 at the Care1st Avondale Resource Center, 328 W. Western Avenue. Cash, debit, credit, WIC and Snap benefits are accepted. For information, call 623-333-2703.

Preschool Art Studio

Litchfield Park Branch Library at 101 W. Wigwam Boulevard invites preschool-age children to participate in an hour of art at 10:30 a.m. Registration is required. For information, call 602-652-3000.

Crocheting 101

The Avondale Civic Center Library at 11350 W. Civic Center Drive invites adults to learn how to crochet beanie hats at 6 p.m. For information, call 623-333-2602.

Wednesday

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.

The American Legion Post 61 hosts bingo each Tuesday 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.

Visit a Toastmasters Community meeting to become a stronger public speaker and leader from 6:15 to 7:30 p.m. at Mimi’s Cafe, 1220 N. Dysart Road, Goodyear. For information, call 775-250-0949.

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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.

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Lunch & Bunco

Come down to the Goodyear Library at 14455 W. Van Buren Street from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. for lunch, Bunco and prizes. The cost is $15. Registration is required. For information, call 623-882-7525.

Westgate Hot Rod Night

Enjoy a classic car show, live music, drinks and more from 5 to 9 p.m. at WaterDance Plaza, 6751 N. Sunrise Boulevard, Glendale. For information, call 623-385-7502.

Song-Ercise for Toddlers and Preschoolers

Join Ms. Maria and Ms. Gabby for exercise for parents and their children from 10 to 10:45 a.m. at White Tank Branch Library, 20304 W. White Tank Mountain Road, Waddell. For information, call 602-652-3000.

Thematic Book Club

The Litchfield Park Library at 101 W. Wigwam Boulevard holds monthly book club meetings at 1 p.m. that focus on a new theme each month. This month focuses on children’s literature. For information or help finding a book for the meeting, call 602-652-3457.

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.

Girl Power Hour

Come to the Dr. Saide Recreation Center at 1003 E. Eason Avenue, Buckeye, at 5 p.m. to express yourself with creativity and hang out with other girls. For information, call 623-349-6350.

Thursday

6 In Stitches in Goodyear

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.

Code Club

The Litchfield Park Library invites kids ages 10 to 13 to learn how to code while playing computer games from 3:45 to 4:45 p.m. at 101 W. Wigwam Boulevard. Registration is required. For information, call 602-652-3457.

Raising a Reader (Ages 0-5)

Prepare children for school with a free literacy workshop program from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. at the Avondale Civic Center Library, 11350 W. Civic Center Drive. For information, call 623-333-2602.

Festival Sage Rec Center Bookmobile

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

Code Club

The Buckeye Downtown Library invites kids ages 8 to 12 to come to 310 N. Sixth Street at 5 p.m. to learn to code python, html and scratch. Registration is required. For information, call 623-349-6300.

EON Business Workshop

Meet fellow businessmen and learn how to build your business from 6:30 to 8:30 p.m. at the Buckeye Coyote Branch Library, 21699 W. Yuma Road. Today’s workshop discusses customers. For information, call 623-349-6354.

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Masquerade gala to beneﬁt senior meal program By West Valley View staff Meals of Joy is bringing “A Royal Affair” to Tuscany Falls Ballroom at PebbleCreek from 6 to 10 p.m. Saturday, October 13, to raise money for its nonprofit senior meal delivery program. The program was founded in 2015 to offer hand-delivered meals to seniors who are unable to cook for themselves or are on a limited budget. In Arizona, 17 percent of the senior population is at risk of going hungry. Every day, they make the choice between basic needs such as health care or a healthy meal. Meal price is determined by income and meals are delivered five days a week throughout the West Valley, and wherever volunteer drivers are available. Since its inception, the program has grown steadily in client numbers. This year’s black-tie optional masquerade ball will feature a cocktail reception, dinner and dancing with Uptown Big Band as well as a prize awarded for best mask of the evening. No time to make your own? The event

will have a variety of styles for sale as well. A silent auction and wine pull will also be hosted. Each year, the gala recognizes individuals who make a significant impact on the local senior community. This year’s recipients are David Schwake, Agua Fria Food and Clothing Bank board of directors president, and Cassie Wilkins, executive director of All Faith Community Services food bank and resource center. “The individuals chosen for this year’s Community Impact Award embody the true spirit of community leadership and dedication to those in need,” said Meals of Joy founder Larry Cervarich. “Both have served the West Valley tirelessly for years to ensure that we are making the community we live in the best it can be.” PebbleCreek’s ballroom is located at 16262 W. Clubhouse Drive in Goodyear. Masquerade gala tickets are $80 until September 15. Afterward, the price is $95. Tickets are available at mealsofjoy.org.

Goodyear Mayor Georgia Lord and her husband, Ron, partake in last year’s masquerade ball festivities. (Photo courtesy Meals of Joy)

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Avondale Library kicks off second season of READ! 365 By West Valley View staff

Avondale is set to launch the second season of READ! 365 on September 1. The free program, which is open to all ages, allows participants to earn points to receive digital badges, prizes and books by reading, attending events, or completing challenges. In addition to completing a reading list, learning opportunities may include visits to locations in the community such as parks, city events, special lectures or programs. To sign up, visit avondalelibrary. readsquared.com or either of the two Avondale libraries where staff can assist with sign ups. There are two branches: Sam Garcia Western Avenue Library (495 E. Western Avenue) and Avondale Civic Center Library (11350 W. Civic Center Drive). This program was initiated from the feedback of summer reading program participants who indicated through surveys that they didn’t want to stop the reading challenge at the end of sum-

One of Avondale’s youngest readers, Hadley Harper, shown here with the Avondale City Council, is 5 years old and just started kindergarten. She read 1,000 books before kindergarten. Hadley reads at a third-grade level. (Photo courtesy city of Avondale)

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to earn points and rewards. The program is separated by age groups 4 and younger; 5-11; 12-17 and adults. An additional program element is the 1,000 Books Before Kindergarten program. Over the course of the first year of this program, 159 program participants signed up and a total of almost 97,000 minutes were read. Avondale Public Library hopes to double those numbers this year. Two very exceptional readers stood out last year and were recognized during the summer at a recent council meeting in Avondale. Emily Moody, 13, surpassed the highest adult program participant by 4,000 minutes. Emily read 15,700 minutes over a period of nine months. That’s more than triple the minutes needed to complete the program. For more information about the Avondale library, visit avondalelibrary.org.

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Discovery Education shoots episode at Palo Verde center By Lauren Serrato Discovery Channel’s education arm, Discovery Education, shot its first segment of Navigation Nuclear: Energizing Our World at Buckeye’s Energy Education Center. The program is geared toward middle school students, with the hope of boosting their passion for science. APS helped bring Discovery Channel here. The Navigating Nuclear: Energizing Our World segment, filmed August 9, will be available to students and teachers for free as one of Discovery Education’s many Virtual Field Trips. The online segments are a series of filmed events that allow students to virtually go places they may not ever get to visit. Three students from Tartesso Elementary School in Buckeye were chosen to help with an experiment. The fieldtrip focused on how nuclear electricity is made, training and technology, and how the clean source of energy impacts Arizona. Students chose sixth-grader Linkin Birch and eighth-graders Benjamin Doerksen and Aubree Bruner to represent Tartesso Elementary in the filmed segment. “We all wrote our own speeches and we presented them to our classes. Our principal announced the winners, and I was really excited,” Birch said. “Sci-

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Know a student who’s doing something remarkable? Tell us about it! Email Christina Fuoco-Karasinski at christina@timespublications.com. Cuitlauhuac Aguilar made the Aguilar won the 2018 All-Arizona president’s list for the sixth time this Academic Team scholarship, which summer at Northern Pioneer College pays for the recipient’s bachelor’s dein Show Low. The president’s list re- gree tuition at ASU, UA or NAU. He quires full-time enrollment and a 4.0 has transferred to ASU, where he is in GPA. Aguilar received an invitation Barrett, The Honors College. Aguilar to join the Phi Theta Kappa honor so- resides at Polytechnic campus with ciety, which requires 3.5 GPA. his daughters, Vanessa and Jessika. He served as a regular member, Aguilar is the son of Jose Luis and senator, vice president and president Marisol Aguilar of Gila Bend, and of the student government associa- Jim and Sylvia Welch of Avondale. tion. Aguilar was a student represen- He graduated from Agua Fria High tative on the college’s presidential School. search committee. Cara Elaine Wright of Litchfield In May, he was selected as the col- Park graduated from Clemson Unilege’s outstanding graduate in busi- versity in Clemson, South Carolina, ness. He addressed his fellow college with a Master of Science in biologigraduates at commencement. cal sciences.

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Exchange students share ideas in Avondale By Aliyah Chavez A group of exchange students met on August 18 at Board & Brush in Avondale to handcraft special souvenirs to mark its first meeting since stepping foot in the United States a couple of weeks ago. Working in collaboration with the ASPECT Foundation, 22 students from around the globe will study at various high schools throughout the Valley including in Anthem, Tonopah, Chandler and Maricopa for the academic school year. The students, all high-school aged, come from places like Bangladesh, Kazakhstan, Spain and Italy. They stretched their creativity and woodworking skills at Board & Brush Creative Studio in Avondale. The studio specializes in allowing people to create do-it-yourself personalized wood signs. The students created their own signs, many of which included “home” painted with the Arizona or United States outline. “I think the home signs are incredible souvenirs the students can take back with them. They’re like a memoir from this whole experience that they’re getting this year,” shared Board & Brush co-owner Kelsey Cook. “Just to be a part of this is amazing and I feel so lucky.” Staying true to its mission, the ASPECT Foundation works to build international good will and cross-cultural understanding through cultural exchange programs. “Even though everyone comes from different countries, kids will be kids,” said Kellie Payne, ASPECT Foundation program coordinator. “When they sit down and talk to one another, they realize that they have more similarities than differences. We really are all the same.” A perfect example of that came unexpectedly in the budding friendship of two bright-eyed girls: Nuhzatul Ainiyah, who is studying in Maricopa, and Manizha Hasanova, who resides temporarily in Ahwatukee. Ainiyah, hailing from Indonesia, spoke excitedly with Hasanova, whose home is 3,844 miles away in Tajikistan, a country in Central Asia. “We realized we are both 16 and born just one month apart. I was born in October 2001,” Ainiyah said, giggling. “And she in November of 2001.” For both girls, this trip marks their first time away from home. One major

Board & Brush owners Laura Kearns, left, and Kelsey Cook, right, hosted exchange students. (West Valley View photo by Pablo Robles)

highlight to discuss? The food. “All American food, I like it!” said Ainiyah, recalling her first trip to In-NOut Burger. “The burger was so big!” The students live with host families. The students, aside from studying, also plan for a monthly gathering with their fellow exchange students to mingle, bond and learn more about various activities in the area. Upcoming trips include visits to the Arizona State Capitol and the Grand Canyon. They will have a Christmas potluck and a volunteer service opportunity with the nonprofit Feed My Starving Children. Payne coordinates the trips because of the educational aspect. “The students are learning about businesses and developing friendship that can last a lifetime,” she said. “They go home, and they want to instill that type of dream in their friends at school. Part of that is building global citizenship and global relationships – because they go back home and they want to share what they’ve learned here.” Payne recollected a former student with a disability who used a wheelchair. “She lived on a fifth-story apartment with no elevator,” she said. “Her mission when she went home was that stores and shopping centers had ramps and elevators, things we don’t think twice about here.” The program has also encouraged others, like Payne’s son, to want to study abroad. “From learning so much from these students – since my mom does it – I know what their time here means to them and I think it’s awesome,” said Cody Payne, 14, of Tonopah, who

Sompol Ariyametsee of Thailand paints a sign. (West Valley View photo by Pablo Robles)

wishes to study in Argentina next year. “You can really learn so much diversity in going to a different country and I think it’s an awesome incentive.” In the meantime, the students are en-

joying their time here – an overwhelming feeling of happiness that doesn’t seem to be fading any time soon. “This is all so exciting, so cool, America is amazing!” Hasanova said.

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OBITUARIES James Neal Sherrill James, a long time west valley resident, died June 24, 2018. A graduate of Glendale High School graduate 1971. He worked over 20 years for University of Southern California in physical plant maintenance. He moved back to west valley after retirement. He is predeceased by mom Ruth, father James, brothers Philip and Dick. Survived by brothers Jerry, Marvin, Johnny, Ernie; and sisters Sherry and Sherlene. No services. He was buried at sea. He will be missed by his family and friends.

Glendene Viola Wilson Glendene Viola Wilson, age 75 of Litchfield Park, died August 17, 2018 in Goodyear. She was born December 6, 1942 in Ogden, UT to George and LaVerda Bishop. Glendene is survived by her husband, Troy Kimberly Wilson; daughters, Heather (Brent) Ehly, Debbie Kelly, Rebecca (Layne) Pittman; sons, Robert (Kelly) Wilson, David (Robyn) Wilson, Daniel (Mandy) Wilson; father, Richard Bagwell; sister, Susan Carmon; brothers, Don Oâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;Dell, Ron Oâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;Dell, and Rick Bagwell; 16 grandchildren; and three great-grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her mother, LaVerda Bagwell and father, George Bishop. A visitation was held August 25, 2018 at the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-Day Saints, 301 W. Wigwam Blvd, Litchfield Park, AZ 85340. The funeral cortege will follow in procession to West Resthaven Cemetery, 6450 W Northern Ave, Glendale, AZ 85301. Condolences for the family may be left at www.ThompsonFuneralChapel.com.

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John Mark Testa John Mark Testa, age 54, of Goodyear, passed away suddenly on Friday, August 17, 2018. John is survived by his wife Debbie (McKay) Testa; a son, Jacob; and a daughter, Rebekah. He was preceded in death by his father, David F. Testa of Plymouth Meeting, PA and a step-father Fred H. Fricke of Norristown, PA. Also, surviving are his mother Twila (Testa) Fricke of Norristown, PA; a brother David F. Testa of Kissimmee, FL; a sister Janet F. (Testa) Schafer of Collegeville, PA; nephews, a niece, and numerous friends. A public viewing will be held on Thursday, August 23rd at Thompson Funeral Chapel, 926 S. Litchfield Road, Goodyear, from 2:30 pm-4:30 pm. A Celebration of Life will be held at Cornerstone Christian Center, 11301 W Indian School Rd, Avondale, 85392 on Thursday starting at 6 PM. Friends may make memorial contributions in John's name to Thompson Funeral Chapel in Goodyear. Condolences for the family may be left at www.ThompsonFuneralChapel.com.

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Indoor/Outdoor Lighting Spa Circuits Panel Replacement/ Upgrade

Ceiling Fans Troubleshooting/ Inspection Repairs Remodels/Additions

Good Condition=More $$$

25 OFF $

Best Prices! Fast, free pickup!

623-329-2043

A/C Repair!

www.superchargedelectric.com

★ Emergency Service ★ ALL Makes & Models ★ FREE Quotes for New Units ★ Financing Available ★ Local Family Owned Business ★ Friendly Service Every Time!

623.537.4830 LICENSED ROC#166569 BONDED & INSURED

www.acexpertek.com

AIR CONDITIONING

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

30 Years Experience Owner – Operator

CLEANING

Martin’s AC/Heating

SALES • SERVICE • REPAIRS ANY BRAND OR MODEL Hablamos Español

Best Prices in the Valley!

623-249-8847

BROKEN SPRINGS

623-225-1930 azbestgaragedoors@gmail.com

CARPET CLEANING/ REPAIR

GARAGE DOOR/ SERVICES

Garage Doors

Repair • Service • Installation Family Owned & Operated

Housecleaning

FREE ESTIMATES

www.pnponecarecleaning.com

24 Hour Emergency Service

Call Today/Clean Today

Not a licensed contractor

Licensed/Bonded/Insured

602.550.7732

(623) 878-1180

*Equal or lesser value of materials ONLY

ROC# CR65 090690D

HANDYMAN I AM HOME REPAIR L.L.C.

Minnesota Ethics in an Arizona Economy

•No Job Too Small • Free Estimates

Licensed, Bonded, Insured • ROC 209166

602-931-0904

One Call Can Fix It All!

Plumbing Experts Water Heaters • Faucets Toilets • Filtration & R.O. Drywall Painting/Texture Electrical • Fans • Lighting Pool Repairs/Svc • Drain Cleaning • Sewer Cameras • Plus Much More!

FREE ESTIMATES

Family Locally Owned & Operated 20 Years Experience

623-299-7111 www.ampmhomeservices.com

HandymanIam@cox.net

Insured *Not a Licensed Contractor

REMODELING

WWW.YOURSONCONTRACTING.COM

(6 2 3) 5 8 2 - 4 4 7 7

Licensed, Bonded & Insured ROC #289066

LUXURY HOME REMODELS

GARAGE DOOR/ SERVICES 432 N. Litchfield Rd. Unit 300

Commercial & Residential

Family Owned & Operated In Arizona Since 1977 www.demersglass.com

623.556.8378

Same Day Service & Free Estimates

Avondale Garage Doors Inc. Carpet, Tile-Grout, & Air Duct Cleaning

Residential • Commercial

Complimentary Plumbing GARAGE DOOR/ HANDYMAN SERVICES Inspection with Any Repair

• Service & Installation • Door Off Track • Routine Maintenance • Licensed, Bonded & Insured • Valley Wide Service 24/7 • Hablo Español

Not a licensed contractor

Mention this ad: Buy One Window Replacement Get the Second -1/2 OFF*

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

ROC# 319202

COUPON REQUIRED

ROC# 299652

623-546-7714

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

New Doors & Openers Sales/Service/Installations/Repairs

Showroom & Parts Store

Fix & Replace Garage Doors & Openers

LOW PRICES!

Bonded • Insured • Licensed AvondaleGarageDoors.com ROC#198687

623.466.3712

KITCHEN & BATHS FLOORING ADDITIONS AGING IN PLACE ROOFING

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

CLASSIFIEDS

WEST VALLEY VIEW NEWS | AUGUST 29, 2018

WEST VALLEY BUSINESS

623.535.VIEW AIR CONDITIONING

LANDSCAPING

Landscape

Lawn Care

602.301.3429 (Call/Text)

623.910.0742

Landscape Maintenance Services • Tree Trimming

• Weed Removal/Spray • One-Time Cleanup

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

Specializing in LARGE TREE TRIMMING Antonio or Laura 623.206.3403

LANDSCAPING

**FREE QUOTES ON NEW EQUIPMENT** “FINANCING AVAILABLE” FAMILY OWNED & OPERATED WESTSIDE BUSINESS LICENSED ROC#313262-BONDED-INSURED “World Class Service - Hometown Feel”

Formerly Flatiron Landscaping & Design

Custom Landscaping and Hardscaping Pavers. Artificial Grass. Putting Greens Concrete. Retaining Walls. Fireplaces. Outdoor Kitchens. Curbing. Irrigation Installation and Repairs Tree and Plant Installation

www.airNOWac.com

623-932-1674 A+ REPAIR-SERVICE-UPGRADE HOME IMPROVEMENTS

Licensed-Bonded-Insured ROC#202397. ROC#219652

stonecreek-az.com

Everything Under the Sun & More!

CJ 480-800-9265 Benjamin 602-872-8386

Call Anytime

Ben - 623-764-1364 Not a licensed contractor

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

DEL DEL

Weekly, Biweekly, Monthly & Quarterly

Irrigation Install & Repairs Irrigation Install Pavers& Repairs Pavers Outdoor Lighting Outdoor Lighting Arbor Care/Cleanups Arbor Care/Cleanups

vistadelsollandscape@q.com vistadelsollandscape@q.com

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

AUTO GLASS

GET UP TO 150 CASH BACK $

AT TIME OF INSTALLATION

OR FREE WINDSHIELD TINT

Free Estimates

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

Javier 623-249-9395 Not a licensed contractor

100

WE TAKE CARE OF ALL YOUR AUTO GLASS NEEDS: BACK GLASS, DOOR GLASS, SUN ROOF, & CHIP REPAIR

“A Passion for Caring” The most experienced and compassionate home care service in the West! • 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

www.acompassionatehomecare.com

PAINTING

Saunders Painting Interior & Exterior

FREE ESTIMATES

Jeff R. Saunders

623-266-9798 602-826-3969 Mobile

Credit Cards Accepted ROC Lic. #143502 & Bonded

PAINTING

All Insurance Accepted | Lifetime Warranty on Labor 18503 W. Van Buren St. • Goodyear, AZ 85338 www.avondaleautoglass.com

602-606-2605

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

brushstrokepaintingllc@gmail.com

MOBILE:

602-722-7696

Licensed, Bonded & Insured

ROC Lic. #170982

Interior & Exterior Bonded & Insured ROC #123818 References Available

Mike (623) 764-1294

WINTER BROS PESTS, inc. — 623-869-7378 — FHA/VA Inspections

Bed Bugs, Bees, etc.

Basic Pest Service

FAMILY OWNED

49-75

…and Much More!

% 10 OFF Labor Only

With this coupon

www.AlsPlumbingLLC.com

PLUMBING

MIKE MORAN PLUMBING LLC

Termite - Pest - Pigeon Pro’s

Lic. / Est. 1981

Your West Valley Plumber

For All Your Plumbing Needs Senior Citizen Discount 20 Years Experience Licensed • Bonded • Insured

623-293-7095 623-293-7095 License #ROC209589

PEST CONTROL The Bug Stops Here

100% Satisfaction Guaranteed

● All Fixture Repair & Installation ● Drain Cleaning ● Sewer Camera ● Bathroom Remodel

PLUMBING

L&M

PEST & LANDSCAPING LLC

• Residential & Commercial Our Goal is not to be the • Pest Control • Weed Control With A 6 Month Biggest - Just the best! Guarantee Mitch Stevens • Restaurant Inspections & OWNER-OPERATOR Quality Control A Referral Is The • Home Inspection & Sealing • Pigeon Control • Bees & Wasps Best Compliment Bus • Roof Rat & Gopher Abatement 623 932 4168 • West Nile Virus Control & Cell Treatment For Residential & 623 932 4168 Golf Courses • Scorpions • Fleas & Ticks License #8555 mes123us@yahoo.com

No Contracts • Payment Plans

55 DRAIN CLEANING

with Plumbing Inspection

Senior & Military Discounts

For All Plumbing Repairs

623-299-2637 Licensed • Bonded • Insured ROC#216918 • 216982

PAINTING

FREE ESTIMATES

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

BRANDENBURG PAINTING

Not a licensed contractor

Jack Pacheco

● Water Heaters ● Slab Leaks ● Rooter Service ● Water Mains/ Main Valves ● Repiping

ERIC SAUNDERS

Mike’s Lawn Service LLC Serving the West Valley Since 1990

Estimates Free Jack Pacheco

Services We Offer:

BRUSH STROKE PAINTING

PAINTING

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

HOA REPAINT REPAINT SPECIALIST HOA SPECIALIST HOA REPAINT SPECIALIST ROC#302675 ROC#302675 •• Fully Fully Insured Insured jppaintpros445@gmail.com jppaintpros445@gmail.com

PEST CONTROL

LANDSCAPING • • • • • •

We’Wree’ only a call away !

MEDICAL SERVICES

with approved glass replacement by your insurance New Windshield Replacement starting at

We’rere on aa ca A-CALL A-CALL callll awawonayaylyly PAINTING

602-422-3648 602-422-3648

LANDSCAPING Arroyo Springs Landscape LLC

PLUMBING

Not a licensed contractor

Residential & Commercial, Big Properties

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

SOL SOL LANDSCAPE LANDSCAPE

• 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 •

Gardeningpluslandscapes@gmail.com

D:(623)670-0080 O:(623)536-8275

* 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.

LANDSCAPING

VISTA VISTA THE HOME REPAIR SPECIALISTS

Same Owners, Same Great Service!

PAINTING

LANDSCAPING

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

Free Estimates

623-972-9150 623-695-3390

Bob

HOME IMPROVEMENT & PAINTING Interior/Exterior Painting 30 YEARS EXPERIENCE Dunn Edwards Quality Paint Small Stucco/Drywall Repairs

We Are State Licensed and Reliable! Free Estimates • Senior Discounts

480-338-4011

ROC#309706

CLASSIFIEDS

WEST VALLEY VIEW NEWS | AUGUST 29, 2018

& SERVICE DIRECTORY PLUMBING

HAMILTON & HAMILTON RIO Plumbing DBA 1 Buckeye Plumbing

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

623-386-0710

Plumbing & Drain Cleaning

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

623-322-9100

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!

www.1buckeyeplumbing.com

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

PLUMBING

POOL SERVICES

ROOFING

TRIPLE WE DO IT ALL!

AZ’s Best Roofing

Licensed • Bonded • Insured ROC Lic #138051

Total Care Plumbing LLC Water Heaters from

585 Unclog Drains from $ 4400 $

includes labor

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

Senior Citizen Discount FREE Estimates • Service/Repair

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

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”

triplerpool@gmail.com

623-935-9221

Built Stronger to Last Longer

ROOFING Estrella Custom Designs ROC#273001 • 0 STRIKES • INSURED & BONDED

New Roofs & Reroofs

Repairs, Coatings, Walk Decks Home New Build or Renovate

All Types of Roofs New Roofs All Repairs & Coatings Total Rubber Roof Systems Same Day Service All Work Guaranteed Residential & Commercial

FREE Estimates

EstrellaCustomDesigns.com

Why Settle With the Rest When You Have The Best!

623-293-2648

Monsoon Specials

Kitchens Concrete Flooring

Additions Garages Patios

Painting & More

35 Years Experience in the Valley

FREE ESTIMATES

Locally & Veteran Owned

ROC#286561

Call for details. Some restrictions may apply. Exp 9/30/18

AZ MAD

All Types of Roofing

FREE

ESTIMATES!!!!!

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

623-535-8000

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

35.00 CHECK-UP

Phoenix Metro Area

ROC#212627

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

Rainbow Storage

Estimate Today! Best Prices!

4 Acres Gated • Locked

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

125 OFF

Water Heater Install Call for details. Some restrictions may apply. Exp 9/30/18

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

Same Day Service

24 HR. EMERGENCY SERVICE

STORAGE

Truck, RV & Boat Storage

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

UPHOLSTERY FREE Estimates

Tree Trimming • Removals Stump Grinding • Cleanups We Do Everything

Commercial & Residential Expert Custom Upholstery Since 1976

Irrigation Replace & Repair Leaks, Bad Valves or Just a Tune Up

DAVID’S UPHOLSTERY (623)

623-444-0056 Fully insured. We carry work insurance on all employees

602-635-0011

872-3047

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

Early Deadlines:

FREE SERVICE CALL

SENIOR DISCOUNTS •MILITARY DISCOUNTS Free Plumbing Inspection

AIR CONDITIONING

Almeida Roofing Inc. Heating & Cooling

623-522-9322

Sept. 5th Edition: Classifieds: Friday Aug 31st 9am

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

15% OFF Any Plumbing Repair

ROOFING

Accepting all major credit cards. Licensed & Insured

PLUMBING

Honest Integrity Value

ROC Lic. #133241 • Bonded • Insured

AS LOW AS $45 PER ISSUE ASK US HOW!

Inc.

PLUMBING

REACH OUT

Honey Do List Too Long? Check out the Handyman Section!

Obituaries & Legals: Thurs Aug 30th 11am

480-898-6465

class@timespublications.com

www.fastflowplumbingandair.com Water Heater • Water Treatments • Faucets/Toilets • Leak locating Drain Cleaning • Heating • Air Conditioning • Air Purification Gas Pipe Repairs & Installation 24 hour Service (No Extra $)

6500

Senior & Military Discounts

Drain Cleaning with Guarantee

75 off Any NEW Water Heater Install $

SEWER CAMERA INSPECTIONS

FREE ESTIMATES

with View Classifieds every Wednesday!

623.535.VIEW (8439)

Family Locally Owned & Operated • 20 Years Experience Complimentary Plumbing Inspection with Any Repair

623-299-7111

Licensed • Bonded • Insured • 234804 & 234805

WEST VALLEY VIEW NEWS | AUGUST 29, 2018

LOWE$T TA X LOWE$T PRICE

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FORD CREDIT BONUS CASH**

FORD CREDIT BONUS CASH*

ON 2018 FORD F-150

2018 F-150 STX

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2018 EXPLORER

2018 F-150 CREW CAB XLT

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2018 FORD FUSION***

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2018 FORD ESCAPE*** S FWD

Just Arrived! New Pre-Owned Vehicles for the Holiday Weekend! 2010 MAZDA MAZDA3 S SPORT

#T8071 1 owner, Sporty! Lifetime Pwrtrain Incl!

7,929

2006 FORD SUPER DUTY F-250 XLT

#T7983A 4x4 Crew Cab Diesel, Local Trade, Low Miles!

17,729

2003 FORD F-150 XLT

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9,829

2005 TOYOTA TUNDRA SR5

#P8069 Low Miles, Tow, Alloys & More!

9,929

2016 TOYOTA CAMRY SE

#T8067 Like New! Must See! Lifetime Pwrtrain Incl!

15,929

2017 DODGE GRAND CARAVAN 2012 FORD SUPER DUTY F-350 2011 FORD SUPER DUTY GT DRW LARIAT F-250 XLT

#T8068 Excell Cond! Loaded w/ Equip! Nav, DVD Leather & More!

18,829

#18142A Crew Cab 4x4, 6.7L Diesel, Loaded w/ Equip, Must See!

30,429

#18505A 1 Owner! 4x4 6.7L Diesel, Only 52K Miles, Must Have!!

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, does not include tax, license, $349.00 dealer doc fee and any dealer add-ons. **On a F-150 STX with 2.7 Ecoboost. *Must Qualify and Finance through Ford Motor Credit Financing. All vehicles subject to prior sale. Prices do not include sales tax, license, $349.00 dealer doc fee and any dealer add-ons. Prices valid through 09/04/2018. See dealer for details.

30,729