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October 24, 2018

WV residents suing Katie Hobbs for libel By Christina Fuoco-Karasinski

Four West Valley residents are suing secretary of state candidate Katie Hobbs for libel after she claimed one of the plaintiffs was flashing a white supremacist sign in a photograph with Doug Ducey. The group is seeking $20,000 in compensatory damages. Taken at the Mohave County Republican Committee’s Patriot Dinner in Kingman, the photo shows Lesa Antone of Litchfield Park flashing an “OK” sign with Jennifer Harrison of Peoria, Antone’s husband Russell Jaffe, Jeremy Bronaugh of Goodyear and Ducey around her. On April 29, the then-senate minority leader tweeted the photo with the caption, “Gov. Ducey, I hope you realize this woman is flashing a white supremacist sign. These are part of the group that shows up at the Lesa Antone of Litchfield Park is shown here ﬂashing an “OK” sign during the Mohave County Republican ComPatriot Dinner in Kingman. Also in the photo are Jennifer Harrison of Peoria, Antone’s husband Russell Capitol with AR-15s and harass mittee’s Jaffe, Jeremy Bronaugh of Goodyear, and Gov. Doug Ducey. (Photo courtesy Twitter) elementary school children and Democratic staff, calling them Ducey can meet with the very people who senate minority leader, Hobbs has an imillegals. You must denounce.” screamed and harassed children for eight plied perceived credibility in the commuAs of October 19, the post remained on hours – making us fear our lives, but not nity and this comes with the responsibility her Twitter feed. Hobbs also retweeted us? Shame on you governor.” Hobbs...continued on page 3 March for Our Lives AZ’s tweet: “Doug According to the complaint, “as the state

Litchﬁeld Park city manager is up for any challenge By Alexis Alabado

Bill Stephens does not get flustered working as Litchfield Park’s city manager. He does not get overwhelmed. Instead, he takes a step back, rubs his clean-shaven chin, scratches his white hair, and addresses the problem with careful consideration. Stephens, 63, said he has age and experience to thank for never losing his cool. His resume is impressive: an experienced city manager of four years elsewhere, retired

U.S. Air Force colonel and senior federal civil servant. When it comes to city management, there’s almost nothing he can’t do. “Every day I get out of bed, and I think, ‘What’s today hold? What’s the next challenge, the next opportunity to help make someone’s life good?’” Stephens said. Stephens is halfway done with his first year as Litchfield Park’s city manager. Appointed by the mayor and city council in March, Stephens said it’s a challenge to

keep a community going, but these positive challenges are what takes care of people. “I look at what I do as an opportunity to improve upon something that currently exists, or create something to improve the quality of life for other people,” Stephens said. He comes from a long line of serving others. His ancestors worked alongside

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Manager...continued from page 1 George Washington before the name became etched into American history, and a city in Virginia was named after the original Stephens, who led expeditions in the wilderness. The second youngest of six kids, Stephens started life on a farm in Ohio. When he was 5, his parents packed their bags and moved the family to the Valley, spending time in Tolleson and Maryvale. He graduated from West Phoenix High School, now dubbed Metro Tech High School. Afterward, Stephens attended Phoenix College and graduated from ASU with a Bachelor of Arts degree. At the time, he was hoping to become a Phoenix police officer, but processing was delayed. Stephens said he had met a retired Air Force officer, and that’s when the Air Force presented a great opportunity for him to use his college degree and become a navigator. From there, Stephens went on to do a number of things “in all walks of life,” including becoming an executive officer to a commander, air weapons control at Luke Air Force Base, grounds safety, security and finally, base commander for four Air Force military in-

Litchfield Park City Manager Bill Stephens retired from the Air Force after 37 years of service. (Photo courtesy Bill Stephens)

stallations. Stephens said working as base commander taught him to look at problems from a “bigger picture” perspective, as he had to make sure utilities worked,

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roads were fixed, recreation centers and athletic fields were up to standards, and police and fire departments relayed important information. “You basically ran the base,” Stephens said. “It’s like running the city.” Stephens retired from the Air Force after 37 years of service, but said he wasn’t fully ready to commit to retirement. Eventually, Stephens landed a spot in Benson, where he spent the next four years running the city. Stephens said executing the daily agenda to keep a city running was nearly identical to his time working as base commander. As time passed, Stephens said he wanted to be closer to family members and friends in the West Valley and decided to apply for Litchfield Park city manager. To him, it was a natural transition to come home, he said. Stephens describes Litchfield Park as a 3.3-square-mile “oasis” surrounded by other larger cities. “The quality of life here is exceptional, and so far, everyone that I’ve met has been willing to pitch in and contribute,” Stephens said. “That’s a really positive thing in local government.” Stephens said the first six months in office have given him an opportunity to assess how his team functions. He will spend the next six months filling vacant positions, rearranging staff, streamlining business systems and improving the budgeting process. Mayor Tom Schoaf said Stephens has done a great job of integrating himself

within the community and becoming acquainted with the city’s issues. The previous city manager, Darryl Crossman, died last year of health complications. “I fully expect that in his own way of managing the city, he will end up being just as good of a city manager as Darryl was,” Schoaf said. Schoaf said Stephens has a very “upbeat” personality, which is essential in carrying out city manager tasks. “Bill fits in perfectly,” Schoaf said. “He has the same type of attitude that is consistent with what we’re trying to do; he’s here to serve our residents and make this the best place to live.” Stephens said one of his proudest accomplishments in the first six months was with the Litchfield Preschool. New floors, furniture, toys and books have been implemented for students. Additionally, Stephens said the recreation center has gone through major changes, and the city is working with the county to install a swimming pool slide by next swim season. The biggest thing going on in Litchfield Park, Stephens said, is planning the new downtown city center and the city’s ongoing ability to work with the Wigwam Resort. The resort is looking to expand, and Litchfield Park wants to build a city center with retail and restaurant businesses, office space, residential condos and more. If everything goes right, Stephens said construction will begin in 18 months. “We’re all working together to try and build the best plan to make this a really improved community that is a destination people want to come to and have fun,” Stephens said. When he’s not working, Stephens said he enjoys hiking local trails with his daughter and niece, traveling with his wife, visiting friends from around the world, and singing in a band that performs at assisted living homes. Stephens said family is an important part of his life, and he is thankful most of his family is located in the Valley. He and his wife, Nora, will celebrate their 31st anniversary this month. When the time comes to officially retire, Stephens said he wants to leave behind a legacy of “service before self” and making life better for other people; service was the seed planted in his youth and is something he will continue to do in any capacity. “If you’re in a position to help improve a situation,” Stephens said, “you take it.”

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to act in good faith toward honest discourse on all platforms.” Antone said the group is suing because Hobbs wouldn’t apologize. Hobbs’ spokesman refused comment. “The funny thing is, all we asked for was an apology,” said Antone, who said her husband is Jewish. “Instead, she went ahead and tagged more people. It’s been everywhere. I go places and people know who I am because of that. “I’ve never been arrested. I don’t have a parking ticket. I work with the police. I love the police. I’m not a political figure. I’m a stay-at-home grandma.” According to the complaint, the photo was retweeted 245 times by 245 individuals, making the false statement and photo go viral. Local papers published the photo with the “inflammatory” tweet as well. “The tweet is libelous on its face,” the complaint continued. “It clearly exposes the plaintiffs to hatred, contempt, ridicule, loss of business, termination of employment, death threats and obloquy.” They said they are not white supremacists and do not consider an “OK” hand gesture as a secret white supremacy sign. They have not carried AR15 weaponry to the Arizona Capitol, nor have they harassed elementary school children. “I didn’t even think about it,” Antone said of the “OK” hand gesture. “We were just goofing around, having fun and talking to people. “I’ve never had any interaction with Katie Hobbs whatsoever. Saying I’m throwing white power hand signals is pretty low. We asked Katie to take it down and she has not.” Because of the tweet, Harrison claims she was fired from her real estate job and her reputation was damaged. Antone also said her address was published online and she was forced to install a security system due to death threats. Jaffe, too, said the tweet has caused him damage. He said he has received threats as well and has been ridiculed at work. He was reprimanded by his employer and his job is jeopardized. Bronaugh said he was fired from his job and his reputation was damaged. “Any reasonable person knows it means ‘OK,’” Antone said. “When you take a conservative view, you don’t have the media on your side. I’m always a ‘protestor.’ I’m not a ‘pro-life activist.’ I’m ‘anti-abortion.’ “It’s a pretty evil thing to tweet somebody out and use their position and power as an elected official to call a citizen a white supremacist. It’s pretty ugly. I couldn’t care less what color somebody else is. We need to take this down and issue a retraction.” Bronaugh agreed. “It’s a constant hassle,” he said. “Whenever we go out, we’re called a racist. It never ends. That being said, we want her to basically, one, take it down and, two, issue a public apology. I have two girls and I worry for their safety.”

Goodyear accepting applications for families in need during holidays By West Valley View staff

Applications are being accepted for the city’s annual Fill-A-Need program, which helps connect Goodyear families in need with gifts and donations made by city employees, residents and local businesses. “Extraordinary life-changing events affect many people in our community. We want to help them provide joy to their children during Volunteers sort and wrap thousands of donated gifts during Goodyear’s Fill-A-Need program in 2017. (Photo the holiday season,” said courtesy city of Goodyear) Goodyear Fire Chief Paul Luizzi, who chairs the program. Applications to nominate a family Fill-A-Need traditionally provides are available by email request at gygifts such as toys, clothing and school need@goodyearaz.gov or in person at supplies. Goodyear City Hall, 190 N. Litchfield In 2017, the program distributed Road. Deadline to submit is November clothing, toys, food and nonperishable 1. Donations such as new unwrapped items to more than 150 children from toys, money and holiday gift wrapping 50 Goodyear families. It also benefit- supplies also will be accepted at city ed the Agua Fria Food Bank and the hall until December 5. Southwest Phoenix Children’s HospiFor more information, visit goodtal. yearaz.gov or call 623-882-7081.

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Buckeye teacher wins science materials from Sonic By Carrie Snider

Sarah Mullen’s eighth-grade students will get to explore science in a more hands-on way thanks to new science materials awarded to her through the Sonic Limeades for Learning program. “As a science teacher, I know handson activities and experiments not only increase scholar engagement, but also their understanding,” said Mullen, who teaches at The Odyssey Institute for Advanced and International Studies Junior High in Buckeye. She submitted several projects in hopes of them being chosen, and four of them were fully funded with $2,400 worth of science supplies. “In the past, I have posted projects on DonorsChoose and I regularly check their website to see which companies are offering one-to-one matched donation offers. On their website I saw information posted that Sonic-affiliated teachers could receive a $600 donation towards their project.” This was her first year participating in the Limeades for Learning program, where teachers from all over the United

Portrait of Mrs. Sarah Mullen in her classroom at Odyssey Preparatory Academy Junior High School in Buckeye. (West Valley View photos by Pablo Robles)

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Rep. Lesko visits Desert Edge ahead of election By Eric Newman

From a fully stocked broadcast media room to the school’s agricultural center to an impromptu solo dance routine, Rep. Debbie Lesko saw everything Desert Edge High School had to offer on an October 19 tour. With midterm elections soon to come and plenty of debate surrounding funding for education, Lesko said Desert Edge was the 12th school she visited in less than two months to see exactly how school funding was being put to work. She said Desert Edge, led by principal Julie Jones, had a particular appeal. “Principal Jones is super energetic. The school’s got a modern look to it, so it’s really unique, a very fun and interactive environment,” Lesko said. Jones was selected as the Arizona Secondary School principal of the 2017-18 school year in March, and visited the U.S. Capitol and met Lesko there. She immediately invited Lesko to visit the school. Jones said she was pleasantly surprised Lesko accepted the invitation so quickly. “It was literally the next morning that her office got back to me, and that they wanted to see Desert Edge. That was really awesome for me,” she said. In discussion of educational ruling Title 1, which aims to “provide all children significant opportunity to receive a fair, equitable, and high-quality education, and to close educational achievement gaps,” the administrative staff showed the multiple programs Desert Edge offers to underprivileged students or those who are otherwise struggling with school. “We want to show all the intervention programs we do for kids. It’s important to show her the impact of the funding because she is going to be voting on that,” Jones said. “When you don’t see it and don’t know it, you can kind of see what’s going on, but when you come out and see, and connect kids, you can connect experiences and it becomes meaningful.” Among those providing the tour was Agua Fria Union High School District Superintendent Dr. Dennis Runyan. He said it is important to show how the government’s money helps so the district can secure further funding. “Public school funding is lacking, and we’re continuing to find ways to share that with the Legislature, and hopefully that funnels more money into our programs. We have the Legislature

Rep. Debbie Lesko meets with student body president Rebecca Garcia and vice president Jaedyn Zvosechz. (West Valley View photo by Pablo Robles)

and public officials see the tax dollars we do have are being well-spent and managed.” Lesko said touring different schools allows her to fully understand what the stakes are for each educational bill put to the floor in Congress moving forward. “It’s good for me to see firsthand what’s working in our congressional district, and then I can understand better what’s important when I vote for education and funding.”

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Goodyear residents in need get free smoke alarms By West Valley View staff

Residents in Goodyear’s historic neighborhood will get a knock on their doors on Saturday, November 3, to see if they need a smoke alarm. “The mission of the Goodyear Fire Department is to take care of people,” said Goodyear Fire Chief Paul Luiz-

zi. “A smoke alarm is a fundamental necessity in a home and we want to make sure that we are reaching out to our community and providing that tool when we are able.” The Arizona Burn Foundation has teamed up with the city’s fire department to go door-to-door in the area

near Western and Central avenues, where most of the homes were built in the 1950s. The concern is that older homes might not have working smoke alarms, which expire after 10 years. According to the National Fire Prevention Association, properly installed

and maintained smoke alarms play a vital role in reducing fire deaths and injuries because they alert occupants to give them enough time to get out. For more information or to volunteer, contact Jack Emerick at jack. emerick@azburn.org or call 602-2302041.

Student exchange program Dispose of unwanted prescriptions in Avondale looking for representatives By West Valley View staff

The Avondale Police Department and the Drug Enforcement Administration are hosting a medication disposal event from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Saturday, October 27, at CVS Pharmacy, 280 N. Avondale Boulevard, Avondale. Police and the DEA will hand out information on the dangers of prescription drugs and how to dispose of the drugs properly. The service is free and anonymous. For more information call 623-333-7448.

The event is part of a national initiative to raise awareness about the dangers of prescription-drug abuse and how to dispose of the drugs properly. All pills, capsules and tablets will be accepted, excluding glass containers. Liquid medications, inhalers, syringes or other items used to inject medication will not be accepted under current DEA guidelines. Illicit substances such as marijuana or methamphetamine are not a part of the initiative.

By West Valley View staff

ASSE International Student Exchange Programs is seeking area representatives to recruit and screen prospective host families, interview students to study abroad and supervise the exchange students. ASSE provides academic year and semester exchange programs in the United States for high school students from around the world. Students are 15 to 18 years of age and have passed a series of academic and character re-

quirements. Area representatives are compensated based on the number of students they are supervising. ASSE’s goal is to contribute to international understanding by enabling students to learn about other languages and cultures through active participation in family, school and community life. For more information, call 1-800733-2773 or email asseusawest@asse. com. The website is host.asse.com.

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Who does Lesko represent? Editor:

After reading the article recently published by the West Valley View and written by Lesko herself, I have to just say, really? Recently, a very nice letter was written to Rep. Lesko, just sharing some opinions and asking some questions. The most generic letter ever seen was sent in response. I have no doubt that she never saw the letter or has any intentions of addressing any of the concerns. All I know is that at this point she does not represent me or countless others in Arizona’s 8th Congressional District. Dan Dillon Goodyear

Socialist is in good company Editor:

A political ad keeps running on TV wherein Kyrsten Sinema calls herself a socialist. The announcer says it like it’s a bad thing. About eight years ago I started collecting my Social Security. Years ago, when I couldn’t pay all my bills and my husband didn’t send child support, I received a supplemental check from the Department of Economic Security. On both of those occasions I collected money through a government agency which is considered, according to legal terms, socialist. So, I guess I’m in good company. Rhea Diamond Buckeye

Three important choices for Arizona Editor:

November 6 is fast approaching and Arizona needs to send a vicious slap in the face to an out-of-control administration running amuck who may very well get a Supreme Court justice, confirmed by a delirious Senate, who will rule to expand executive power to levels of authoritarianism that were inconceivable just a few years ago. This is the most out-of-touch Senate ever, with leaders like Mitch McConnell, Orrin Hatch and Charles Grassley. First, David Garcia must replace Doug Ducey as governor. Ducey is the new Pygmalion boy being groomed by the Koch Brothers, who marches to their call to ca-

dence. He is a true “Koch head” owned, bought and paid for by Charles and David. He will lift all environmental controls that protect our beautiful state including those on the reservations. Martha McSally fiercely condemned Donald Trump, the candidate and even the president. Now she cozies up to him in the most positively nauseating, effusive and taciturn manner possible. She just loves him now and lies at a level that may even rival Trump’s own deceptions and misdirections. The only legitimate candidate who will protect Arizona voters is Kyrsten Sinema. Sinema is one of the few candidates who can truly be bi-partisan. Finally, we need to replace Debbie Lesko, who will vote to cut major funding to both Medicare ($477 billion in Arizona alone) and Social Security. Dr. Hiral Tipirneni will protect Medicare, Medicaid and Social Security. Lesko is also a darling of the Kochs. If you are one who cares about receiving the benefits you paid for, voting for Lesko is unconscionable. So is voting for Ducey and McSally. Vote Garcia for governor, Sinema for senator and Tipirneni for Congress’ Eighth District of Arizona. David Compton Litchfield Park

Prada socialist

Editor: Congresswoman Kyrsten Sinema is running to represent Arizona in the U.S. Senate. She is trying to position herself as a centrist Democratic, despite her past ties to Marxist and Communist publications and organizations. Some believe she still harbors far left views despite her claim of moving to the center. In an article on June 28, 2018, written by Terresa Monroe on noisyroom.net, the writer referred to Ms. Sinema as a “well-educated aspiring Marxist.” So who is the real Kyrsten Sinema? In 2006, Ms. Sinema referred to herself as a “Prada socialist.” Cute: A well-heeled socialist. I suppose one could refer to Nicolas Maduro, socialist dictator of Venezuela, as a “foodie” socialist, as he enjoys gourmet food while his citizens are starving. In May of 2002 and 2003, Ms. Sinema was a signatory to an advertisement in the Communist Party USA’s People’s Weekly World publication. In 2008,

she spoke at a Democratic Socialists of America-sponsored conference regarding taking back America. In the early 2000s, she helped organize an anti-Israel group, Arizona Alliance for Peace and Justice, to denounce Israel’s “disproportionate use of violence and oppression.” In an October 12 article in the Jewish Journal entitled “Can Jews Believe Kyrsten Sinema,” columnist Shmuel Rosner reviewed all of Ms. Sinema’s extensive early anti-Israel bias, associations and activities, and concluded that he doubted Ms. Sinema would agree with the “idea that Israel should exist within secure borders and should exist as a Jewish state.” Like all good socialists, Ms. Sinema wants Medicare for all (socialized medicine), which means a single-payer, government controlled, health care system where “free” means waiting interminably for a government bureaucrat to determine if you are eligible for a procedure. Actually, free is not so free, as all citizens typically pay heavy health care taxes regardless of how healthy one is. In Canada, which essentially has a single-payer system, health care is rationed, access can be limited for serious medical issues, and quality is spotty. What better way to control the masses than controlling their “health care?” In 2017, Ms. Sinema voted to reduce funding to ICE by $100 million and voted against the Trump tax bill that has led to a booming economy, more job participation, and more income for everyone, including the rich (i.e., the risk takers, job creators and biggest tax contributors). Playing the typical socialistic class envy card, she and her fellow socialists condemned the vote as a vote for the rich, except those who benefited

the most were the low income. Ms. Sinema knows that to win she must appear moving to the center – for now. She still, however, opposes a border wall, opposes tax breaks for individuals and corporations, identifies with anti-military groups, promotes identity politics, supports sanctuary cities and desires bigger government. Trying cleverly to reinvent herself may fool some, but her biggest problem will be her allegiance to a party that has embraced socialism, anti-Americanism, anti-capitalism, anti-First Amendment and lawlessness. Igor Shpudejko Goodyear

November is critical

Editor: November’s election is critical and offers clear choices. On one side is the new progressive-led Democrat Party that wants to turn America into a socialist Venezuela of the north, and on the other is the new Trump-led Republican Party that is rebuilding America and reestablishing America’s credibility around the world. The once proud Democrat Party that supported America, working people, capitalism, laws and cared for the downtrodden has morphed into a radical socialist movement that supports mobs, criminal organizations like Black Lives Matter and MS-13, puts the poor into “poverty prisons” for political reasons, uses sexism and racism as legitimate political tools, has no tolerance for those who are Christian or who believe in the Constitution, and is a party that’s

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Letters...continued from page 8 only identifiable issue is “resist.” The once-wimpy Republican Party, now under the leadership of Donald Trump, is rebuilding America and reestablishing our standing in the world, making the world safer, energizing the economy, draining the Washington, D.C., swamp, restating the truth that America is a Christian nation that allows freedom of religion, offering real help to the downtrodden, making us believe in America’s exceptionalism once again, fighting the use of racism or sexism as political tools, and generally making America great again. So yes, in November, the choices are clear, and my choice is to have the children of the future waving flags, not living under socialism. Bob Edwards Buckeye

Prop 126

Editor: I encourage all voters to join me in voting “Yes” on Proposition 126 in the upcoming November election. Proposition 126 protects all of us from threat of unnecessary service taxes. Arizona currently does not have a service tax, and Prop 126 would keep it that way by ensuring politicians can’t create one without a vote of the people. Service taxes are not sales taxes. Service taxes would apply to everyday services and labor all Arizona families need such as car repairs, air conditioning and plumbing repairs, veterinary visits, health care, childcare, haircuts and so much more. These services are already expensive enough. Taxes on these essential services would hurt small businesses, low-income and fixed-income families the hardest. So if you feel like you already pay your fair share of taxes, join me in voting “Yes” on Proposition 126, the Protect Arizona Taxpayers ballot initiative, in November. If you want to learn more about Prop 126 and how a service tax could impact your family’s bottom line, visit voteyeson126.com. Jan Leighton Peoria

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I am the right choice for CD8 By Rep. Debbie Lesko Congressional District 8

This election you have a clear choice for Congress. I’m Debbie Lesko and I’m honored and blessed to serve as your current U.S. congresswoman. Since last December, when I decided to run for Congress to replace Trent Franks after he resigned, I have hit the ground running. I’ve won three elections, got sworn into office, set up two offices, have helped numerous veterans and other constituents, introduced legislation to secure the border, improve education and protect Social Security and Medicare, have participated in five town halls and have toured schools, businesses and organizations throughout our district – all in the last eight months.

I am a good fit for our district, and I have a proven track record in both Congress and during my nine years in the State Legislature of getting things done and helping my constituents. Because of my hard work and dedication to our community, I have been endorsed by mayors, city council members, Sun Cities HOA leaders, county supervisors, small and large business organizations, an Arizona doctors association and more. The differences between me and my opponent are clear. I support building and funding a border wall. My Democrat opponent, Hiral, does not. I voted to fund the wall and secure the border and have a long record of voting to fight illegal immigration. My opponent has not.

I support the Tax Cuts and Jobs Act legislation passed by Congress that has created a booming economy, saved the average CD8 taxpayer $1,200-2,600, and increased wages. My Democrat opponent, Hiral, is on record opposing the tax cut legislation and has went further saying she would favor raising the Social Security tax. I support health care that protects patient choice and freedoms. My opponent, Hiral, supports a “Medicare for all”-style government-run plan that will cost trillions, bankrupt health care, eliminate Medicare Advantage plans, and take away choice. For more information, please visit debbieleskoforcongress.com. I humbly ask for your vote and may God continue to bless you and this great country.

in many aspects, but most importantly in the ability to amend the document. The U.S. Constitution was adopted on September 17, 1787. Amending this document is difficult. It requires two thirds of both the Senate and House to propose and three fourths of the states to approve. The first ten amendments, best known as the “Bill of Rights,” were ratified on December 15, 1791. Since then, there have only been 17 amendments and, in one case, it required an amendment to repeal an amendment. I’m talking about Prohibition. The last amendment to the U.S. Constitution was ratified on May 7, 1992. The reason this document is so fundamental to our nation is that it is so difficult to change. The Arizona Constitution is a very different document. It was adopted when we became the 48th State in 1912. That document reflects the changing view of government prevalent at the

time. The term “Direct Democracy” has been applied to the concepts of the day. Concepts including initiative, referendum and recall were prevalent and quite different than the political concepts of 1787. Amending the Arizona Constitution is relatively easy. That is why our first amendments were passed in the year of statehood, 1912, and we have had over 150 amendments passed in just 106 years. This year is typical in that we have three constitutional amendments on the ballot. One placed there by the Legislature and two by citizen initiatives. They are Propositions 125, 126 and 127. I am not going to discuss any of these propositions, and will leave it to the voters to do the research. It only takes a majority of voters (and we will have less than 50 percent of eligible voters casting ballots) to amend the Arizona Constitution. Ballots were mailed on October 10, and

I intend to vote “No” on all constitutional amendments since it has been far too easy to put them on the ballot. We need a better way to vet these proposals, and that may require a constitutional amendment. Leonard Kirschner MD, MPH Colonel USAF (Retired) Litchfield Park

‘No’ to 305

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Trump at Luke AFB

Editor: It would have been worth a lot of money to see the president swell with pride when he got his first look at the 76 F-35 Fighter Jets at Luke Air Force Base on October 19. He had to be so proud of what we’ve been able to do for our national security with the F-35s. Anyone living in the area can see what the F-35s at Luke have done for the economy, but more importantly how we can show our air superiority and our super superior military. The turnout for the rally always makes me proud of Arizona, but the Luke tour had to be one of the best moments of his presidency. I’m sorry I couldn’t be there, but once again Arizona shines. Jeff Wallace Avondale

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Congress needs a change By Hiral Tipirneni

It’s clear that Washington is broken, and judging by all the partisan bickering, it seems to be getting more toxic each day. It’s time for a change in our nation’s capital. But we can’t change the way Congress works by electing the same sort of people who are already there – career politicians too cozy with corporate donors and special interests, blindly following party leadership. I’m not a career politician. I’m a mom, an emergency medicine physician and cancer research advocate. My husband and I have lived in Glendale, where our three children were born and raised, for more than 20 years. I’ve dedicated my life to solving problems, improving lives and serving my community – from volunteering at my kids’ schools to serving on the board of directors of the Maricopa Health Founda-

tion, which supports the county’s public health care delivery system. After losing my mother and young nephew to cancer, I left the ER, but I didn’t leave medicine. I moved into cancer research. In fact, my skills as a physician – following the facts, diagnosing the problem and finding a solution – seem very much needed in Washington these days. I’m running for Congress to continue using that same problem-solving, team-oriented approach to work with Republicans and Democrats alike to get the results the communities and neighborhoods of the West Valley deserve. Today’s Congress sabotages our health care system rather than stabilizing and strengthening it. Washington’s policies could deny coverage for pre-existing conditions and charge seniors an “age tax,” forcing them to pay more for their healthcare. These politi-

cians have yet to present a plan to fix our healthcare crisis. I have a plan. Today’s Congress passed a tax giveaway for mega-corporations and the ultra-wealthy, which is exploding our national debt by $2.3 trillion. Now, we hear they want to “fix” the deficit they created by slashing benefits earned through a lifetime of hard work – Medicare and Social Security. These two examples of partisanship are also public policy issues not easily solved. But Washington’s rigged systems means “we the people” take a backseat to politics-as-usual. It’s time for a change, and fortunately, we have the power to be the change we seek. We can start with electing representatives who are beholden only to their constituents, truly putting people before politics, democracy before dollars. I would be honored to earn your vote.

money and believes in strengthening the Clean Elections program and disclosing information about all campaign contributions. As an educator, I am impressed by Michelle Harris’ focus on education issues. She supports fully funding every public school in Arizona, increasing teachers’ salaries, affordable college tuition, and student safety. Michelle believes that “any school that receives public funds must be held to the same standards of performance, qualifications, conflicts of interest and financial transparency associated with any public entity.” Michelle supports keeping commitments to public sector employees and protecting their pensions and benefits.

She is committed to ensuring pensions and benefits are fully funded and guaranteed. These are only a few of many reasons to support Michelle Harris for the Arizona State Senate in Legislative District 13. Visit harrisforarizona.com for additional comprehensive information about Michelle’s stance on vitally important issues. Please exercise your right to vote on November 6. If you have received a mail-in ballot please return it as soon as possible and please support Michelle Harris for Arizona State Senate. “Democracy cannot succeed unless those who express their choice are prepared to choose wisely. The real safeguard of democracy, therefore, is edu-

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By Connor Dziawura

Hello, readers! Welcome back to Business Briefcase. This week, I have a quick roundup of interesting news items spanning the West Valley View’s circulation area. This week we cover the cities of Avondale, Buckeye, Goodyear and Tolleson with details for Mexican food fanatics to those with insurance needs. Well, here are the details! First, one of three new West Valley Federico’s Mexican Food locations is in Goodyear. The location, which celebrated its grand opening on October 19, has a patio and drive-thru. The latter is true for all three, as is the availability of a signature topping station. Burritos, tacos, enchiladas, tortas, quesadillas, tostadas, salads and breakfast, or even combination platters – you can get it all at Federico’s Mexican Food. “At every Federico’s location, we strive to provide each guest with prompt, friendly service and classic Mexican dishes using only the best ingredients,” said Isidro Araiza, president of Federi-

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pendently owned and operated by Carlos Rosales, is at 1457 N. Eliseo C. Felix Jr. Way, Suite 101, at the northeast corner of Van Buren Street and Eliseo C. Felix Jr. Way. For more information, call 602-493-8593. In addition to selling auto, property, commercial and A new Federico’s Mexican Food, equipped with a drive-thru, patio and signature topping station, opened in Goodlife insurance, the agen- year. (Photo courtesy Evolve PR and Marketing) cies offer other financial services. For more information, visit southwestvalleychamber.org. allstate.com. Farther south, in Buckeye, let’s take Now, moving over to Tolleson, it back to the planned Hilton Home2 MomDoc Midwives recently opened. Suites at I-10 and Watson Road. I last The obstetrics and gynecology office covered the 90-suite extended-stay howill celebrate its grand opening at tel in an August 2017 Business Briefnoon Friday, October 26. It is located case, but some updates are available. at 9897 W. McDowell Road, Suite 320, Developer and manager Performance near the southeast corner of McDow- Capital Partners cites an opening date ell Road and 99th Avenue, just north of of December 2019. I-10. For more information on the busiThat’s all the briefs for this week! ness, visit momdocmidwives.com or Thanks for reading! call this location at 623-247-2177. For Have an item for Business Briefmore information on the grand open- case? Email Connor Dziawura at cdziing, contact 623-932-2260 or info@ awura@timespublications.com.

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Best of the West awards to honor area businesses By Connor Dziawura

After celebrating the event’s quarter of a century last year, the Western Maricopa Coalition (WESTMARC) is gearing up for the return of its annual awards dinner. The 26th annual Best of the West Awards Dinner is set from 5:30 to 9 p.m. Thursday, November 15, at State Farm Stadium, 1 Cardinals Drive, Glendale. The event’s registration and silent auction portion of the evening begins

at 5:30 p.m. and ends at 7 p.m., when the program and dinner kick off. WESTMARC President and CEO Sintra Hoffman is hoping for big things this year. “Last year we had about 550 people. The year before we had just about 400,” Hoffman said. “Our goal is to keep growing the event, obviously. So, I don’t know, the goal is like 600.” During the primary portion of the event, individuals will be recognized

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WEST VALLEY VIEW NEWS | OCTOBER 24, 2018

Trivium Prep Football nears first 2A playoffs undefeated By Eric Newman

Undergoing rule changes, a new style of play and fielding a small roster, the Trivium Prep football team spent the offseason unsure of how its future would look. The team was established in just 2016 with hardly enough players to field an eight-man football roster, much less the 11 that were needed to move up AIA conferences. In just their first season in Conference 2A, the 11-man Crimson Knights have shattered even their own expectations, going undefeated in their first eight games. They have won seven of their games by double-digits as well. “I knew we had some talent returning from last year, but I didn’t know what to expect. I think the biggest change was the size of the field,” said senior quarterback Mason Moore. “But, when we beat Glendale Prep in that first game by so much, it really looked like we could have a good year. I can’t say I thought we would go undefeated this far, though.” Toward the end of the season, while bigger area schools celebrated senior nights with 20, 30 or more players, Trivium Prep did not even have enough for a basketball roster. Moore is just one of six seniors that has been with the team since its inception two seasons ago. Three more joined the team in 2018. Coach Michael Spencer said the players he gets are talented and dedicated to the sport, and are forced to

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learn the game quickly. The Crimson Knights play several of their best players on both offense and defense. He also puts a lot of responsibility on the current players to recruit their friends and classmates to try out, promising quick playing time – at least on JV and special teams if not more – and a spot on a successful, well-run program. “We have some good athletes at this school. We just have to share them with some of the other sports, because we just don’t have the numbers otherwise,” he said. Thus, nearly every player on the team competes in other sports for the Crimson Knights in different seasons. The practice field is filled with athletes not only preparing and conditioning for the fall season, but for basketball and other sports afterward. “We already have that brotherhood and chemistry because we play on one team together, so playing other sports on the same team just grows our bond even more,” said Alvidrez, who also plays on the school’s basketball team. Moore is one of the few who gave up other athletics to specialize in

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football. He hopes to play his way onto a college football roster next academic year. A bit anxious of what 2A and more talented opponents would mean on the field, he said the larger field size, combined with more offensive skill players, time and space in the pocket has actually made leading the offense a bit easier for him. It’s shown, as Trivium has scored in droves. The least points it scored this season was in a 33-0 victory over Chandler Prep. However, Moore and the other players looking to be recruited to colleges have not received the exposure they feel they have earned. Where he said other area schools, in bigger conferences playing storied teams, have plenty of talent recruiters and college coaches at their games and practices, the same is not granted for the Goodyear high school with just around 400 students. “Coach tries really hard to talk to the people he knows and get our names out there, but we have to also do a lot ourselves, like sending film and emails and calls to coaches and stuff like that,” Moore said.

He noted that late-season success in front of larger crowds and established programs in the playoffs could be beneficial and further the Crimson Knights’ exposure to college recruiters. Trivium Prep travels to Tonopah Valley (7-2) on October 26 to close the regular season. Playoffs begin the week after. Trivium Prep will likely be a high seed – regardless of its outcome in the last game – and host a first-round game. With nine seniors – many of whom make up the core of the team – set to leave next year, further success could help in recruiting more of Trivium’s athletes to join the team in years to come. At least coach Spencer hopes so. “I’ve already had one or two kids at school come up to me and tell me they loved watching us, especially after some of the big wins. They’re like, ‘I want to be out there,’ and they’re seeing how much fun we’re having,” he said. “I tell them, ‘Go ahead, I hope to see you next season,’ because we definitely want to keep this thing rolling.”

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Desert Edge alumnus finding continued success in Arkansas By Griffin Fabits

Aaron Ramos is in a stretch that’s seen him play the best golf of his life, the University of Arkansas at Little Rock sophomore proclaimed. And that bold statement is coming from a player who won an individual state championship in 2015 when he was a junior at Desert Edge High School. The 19-year-old is coming off a five-under weekend at the mid-October

Quail Valley Collegiate Invitational in Vero Beach, Florida. His efforts after three rounds were good enough for a seventh-place finish, courtesy of a final round of 68 that allowed him to soar up the leaderboard 12 spots. In a field of 80 contestants, Ramos tied for seventh place. His career-best total score of 211 was the best among the five Trojans competing. He also had a top 10 finish at the UTSA Lone Star Invitational at TPC

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San Antonio in September. He scored a 73 in both rounds to finish two-over among the 84-person field. It’s as if he packed away his high school success in his golf bag, along with the clubs and balls and tees, when he made the cross-country trek to college last year. “I think I’ve grown a lot. I still feel, in certain parts, I’m very immature in the game of golf. From where I was to now, I feel like it’s been a huge leap.” Dating back to his freshman season with the Trojans, Ramos has dropped several strokes on his game. He now averages 72.5 strokes per 18 holes, Desert Edge High School graduate Aaron Ramos had a as opposed to the 75-mark top 10 finish at the UTSA Lone Star Invitational at TPC San of last year. Antonio in September. (Photo courtesy Aaron Ramos) “It was all the work I did over the summer,” the Goodyear native As a freshman, he earned First-Team said, pinpointing where this fall’s tri- All-Area honors. The next two years umph stems from. saw him capture First-Team All-State “I had a very stacked schedule over awards, including the individual state the summer, playing in seven events title in 2015. He capped off his Scorpiall in Arizona. I had a lot of time and ons tenure senior year with First-Team I spent a lot of time working on my All-Area and First-Team All-Confergame and making sure that everything ence nods. was right for when I came back.” Regardless of the mounting successAnother factor that’s elevated his es, it was losing in the state tournament golf game, he said, results from the de- his senior year that’s been one of the cision he made at Desert Edge to com- most beneficial lessons he’s learned. mit to Little Rock. Jake Harrington, A harsh one, albeit, but one that’s the program’s director of golf, started still stuck with him to this day. by laying out his plan to Ramos. Har“I had crazy confidence going into rington’s proposal, which consisted state and I ended up not playing well of taking the golf team to unchartered in state my senior year. That helped territories of success, had Ramos at the me to learn that I really can’t have any forefront. expectations going into a golf tour“He just made me feel like I’d be a nament or going into a match. I obbig part and I’d have a very big role in viously have pretty high standards for taking this program to the next level. It myself, but to focus on the process of seemed like he had a very good plan in playing good golf rather than focusing doing so.” on trying to win.” Ramos knew his calling was golf Because Ramos has been able to sepwhen he was 6. All it took was two les- arate himself from his competition and sons from an instructor at a local course. frequent the top of leaderboards, he’s “He gave me two lessons and told gotten a head start on planning for life my parents to enter me in an event. It after college. Golf just so happens to be was a 10-player field, and it was my at the front line of those plans. first tournament ever, and I took third He has his sights set on traveling the place. From then on, I decided to try United States, yearning for that PGA and give this a little bit more effort.” Tour Card so he can golf professionally Sandwiched between the early child- after school. hood and collegiate ascendancies was A tall task, but one he feels is cona formidable four-year career at Desert querable considering the levels he’s Edge. taken his game to in recent seasons.

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Friday

Westgate Bike Night

See hundreds of bikes line the street and enjoy live rock music from 5 to 9 p.m. at WaterDance Plaza, 6751 N. Sunrise Boulevard, Glendale. For information, call 623-385-7502.

NASA: Spooky Space and Sound Discovery

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

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 4:15 p.m. at the Tolleson Public Library, 9555 W. Van Buren Street. For information, call 623-9362746.

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.

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.

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. each Wednesday at 300 N. Old Litchfield Road. For information, call 623-935-3411.

Microsoft Word and Google Docs

This free class will discuss the word processing program Microsoft Word and the web-based program Google Docs from 6 to 7 p.m. at Coyote Branch Library, 21699 W. Yuma Road, Buckeye. For information, call 623-349-6314.

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 623-349-6605.

Lunchtime Theater: Titanic

West Valley Arts Council invites you to enjoy Arizona Broadway’s production of Titanic from noon to 1 p.m. at the Arts HQ Gallery, 16126 N. Civic Center Plaza, Surprise. Ticket prices vary. For information, call 623-584-2626.

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.

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.

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 6 p.m. each fourth Thursday of the month at Haymaker, 1800 N. Litchfield Road, Goodyear. For information, call 623-455-3253.

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.

Learn about the mysterious and unknown universe, the spooky sounds of space and black holes from 3:30 to 4:30 p.m. at White Tank Branch Library, 20304 W. White Tank Mountain Road, Waddell. Registration is required. For information, call 602-652-3000.

Saturday

27 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.

Halloween Carnival

Families can enjoy carnival attractions, games, bingo, food vendors and activities from 5 to 9 p.m. at the Earl Edgar Complex, 500 S. Miller Road, Buckeye. Tickets are 50 cents. For information, call 623-349-6613.

West Valley Noche de Mariachi Festival

Celebrate the rich history and traditions of Mariachi culture with music, dance and Mexican cuisine at 7 p.m. at Estrella Mountain Community College, 3000 N. Dysart Road, Avondale. Funds benefit Estrella Mountain student scholarships. For information, call 623-935-8000.

Fall Concert Series: Shari Rowe

Enjoy a free performance by country singer Shari Rowe from 7 to 9 p.m. at the Goodyear Community Park, 3151 N. Litchfield Road. Attendees are encouraged to bring lawn chairs, blankets, food and beverages. For information, call 623-882-7525.

Free Family Fishing Breakfast

Have breakfast and learn fishing basics from instructor Gary Senft at 8 a.m. at First Baptist Church Garden Lakes, 2517 N. 107th Avenue, Avondale. Prizes include fishing rods and reels. For information, call 623-936-7148.

Clean Out Your Medicine Cabinets

The Avondale Police Department and the Drug Enforcements Administrations will provide an opportunity for safe prescription drug disposal from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. at CVS Pharmacy, 280 N. Avondale Boulevard. All pills, capsules and tablets will be accepted. This service is free and anonymous. Illicit substances are not part of this initiative. For information, call 623-333-7448.

Bethany COGIC Banquet

Celebrate Pastor Travis Stanfield and First Lady Denise Stanfield’s 25 years of service to Bethany COGIC with a banquet from 6 to 9 p.m. at Hilton Garden Inn, 11460 W. Hilton Way, Avondale. Registration is required. For information, call 602-809-8571.

Blood Drive

The American Red Cross is holding a blood drive from 8:30 a.m. to 2 p.m. at the LDS Buckeye AZ Stake, 25800 W.

Southern Avenue. Walk-ins are welcome, but appointments are available. For information, call 1-800-733-2767.

Sunday

Spooktacular Zoo Event

Bring the family to Arizona’s largest exotic animal collection for sea lion shows, animal feedings and zoo rides from 9 a.m. to 7 p.m. Children dressed in costume receive free park admission and candy when accompanied with an adult. The Wildlife World Zoo is located at 16501 W. Northern Avenue, Litchfield Park. 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.

Haunted Haus: Stephen King Storytime

Weave through a maze of iconic Stephen King scenes and characters from Misery, It, The Shining, Carrie and Salem’s Lot from 2 to 3:30 p.m. at Goodyear Branch Library, 14455 W. Van Buren Street. For information, call 602-652-3000.

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.

Teen Time: Halloween Craft (Ages 12-17)

Have fun with Halloween crafts, games and snacks from 4 to 5 p.m. at the Litchfield Park Branch Library, 101 W. Wigwam Boulevard. Registration is required. 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.

Teen Leadership Club

Teen Leadership Club is a group that creates and carries out new programs for the Goodyear Branch Library. The team meets from 5 to 6:30 p.m. at the library, 14455 W. Van Buren Street. Registration is required. For information, call 602-651-3507.

Tuesday

Bingo

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.

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.

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.

Fitness in the District

Get in shape with Zumba, EDM Body Fitness, POUND and other free high-energy classes from 6:45 to 8 p.m. at WaterDance Plaza, 6751 N. Sunrise Boulevard, Glendale. Fitness in the District welcomes all ages and encourages attendees to dress up for the weekly themed workouts. Refreshments will be provided. For information, call 623-385-7502.

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

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.

31st Xtreme Free Family Event

Celebrate Halloween with free food, candy and family-friendly activities from 6:30 to 8:30 p.m. at Heritage Elementary School, 6805 N. 125th Avenue, Glendale. For information, call 623-742-3956.

Preschool Halloween Crafts

Preschoolers and their caregivers are invited to start off the Halloween celebration with spooky crafts from 11 a.m to noon at the Litchfield Park Branch Library, 101 W. Wigwam Boulevard. For information, call 602-652-3000.

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NOVEMBER

Thursday

In Stitches in Goodyear

Hot Coffee Series

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.

Tolleson Police Tours Open House

Find support and discover healthy ways to to cope with grief following the loss of a loved one at 6:30 p.m. at Desert Springs Community Church, 14440 W. Indian School Road, Goodyear. For information, call 623-435-2105.

Sculptor Kevin Caron will share his personal growth as an artist and explain how he creates his sculptures from 7 to 8:30 p.m. at Total Wine & More, 1416 N. Litchfield Road, Goodyear. For information, call 623-882-7530.

Meet the Tolleson Police Department from 5 to 7 p.m. for trick-ortreating and police tours at 8350 W. Van Buren Street.

A Boo-Tiful Night at the Chamber

The Southwest Valley Chamber of Commerce hosts trick or treating for kids through age 14 at its office, 289 N. Litchfield Road, Goodyear, from 5:30 to 7 p.m. Candy, popcorn and prizes will be available.

Wednesday

Grief Support Group

Planting for Year-Round Color

Learn more about water conservation and landscaping this fall with Avondale’s free class series taught by master gardeners, certified arborists and horticulturists. Today’s lesson discusses year-round landscaping from 6 to 8 p.m. at Avondale City Hall, 11465 W. Civic Center Drive. Registration is required. For information, call 623-333-4422.

StoryRise Goodyear Free Workshop and Concert

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.

Preschoolers Storytime

The Small-Tooth-Dog Publishing Group and the Goodyear Arts and Culture Commission invite adults interested in storytelling to a How to Find Your Stories workshop at 6 p.m. followed by an outdoor spoken-word concert featuring Glenda Bonin, Sean Buvala and more at 7 p.m. Both the workshop and outdoor event will be held at the Goodyear Branch Library, 14455 W. Van Buren Street. For information, call 623-298-4548.

Agua Fria Toastmasters

Día de Los Muertos: Coco and Crafts

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.

Disciple Outreach Ministries Bible Study

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

Celebrate Día de Los Muertos with crafts and the Disney movie Coco from 2 to 3:30 p.m. at the Litchfield Park Branch Library, 101 W. Wigwam Boulevard. For information, call 602-652-3456.

Aerobics for a Better You

Bring an exercise mat and hand weights to a free class from 8 to 9 a.m. at the Dr. Saide Recreation Center, 1003 E. Eason Avenue, Buckeye. For information, call 623-349-6350.

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Adults can learn to tell tales with StoryRise By Christina Fuoco-Karasinski

Some storytimes just aren’t meant for children, according to Sean Buvala, of Avondale-based The Small-ToothDog Publishing Group. StoryRise Goodyear is one of those events. Presented by the Goodyear Arts and Culture Commission, StoryRise Goodyear is hosting How to Find Your Stories workshop for all artists at 6 p.m. Thursday, November 1. An hour later, those older than 13 can partake in and listen to spoken-word performances at the Goodyear Branch Library, 14455 W. Van Buren. StoryRise is held on the first Thursday of

each month through March. “I, for example, will be telling a complicated version of the Three Little Pigs,” Buvala said. “Everybody thinks they know that story, but they don’t. I will tell more of the grimmer of the Grimms’ fairytales, especially coming out of Halloween. We’ll have some Halloween leftovers in there. They’re not ghost stories, per se. I’ll tell the story of a ghost child who was punished to walk the earth because they didn’t give two pennies to the church. Other storytellers tell much more personal tales.” The workshop leader and a featured performer is Glenda Bonin, a Tucson storyteller working in the art form since

1996. She’ll travel to Goodyear to help artists and all interested people learn about how to uncover their own hidden stories for personal or on-stage use. “Goodyear Arts & Culture is always expanding to explore new avenues for artistic expression,” said Guylene Ozlanski, Goodyear’s arts and culture coordinator. “StoryRise brings the audience face to face with artists to experience a ‘moment’ through the medium of storytelling.” Storytelling has taken Buvala around the world since he started in 1986. He has worked with children and adults. He teaches communication skills to businesses. “For a nonprofit, for example, people

don’t give money to an organization,” Buvala said. “They give money to what an organization accomplishes. I help people understand how to share their stories with potential donors and clients, instead of just throwing facts and figures and stats at them. Storytelling doesn’t replace facts. It frames them.” The events are free, but Buvala is asking for donations. “We used to have a phrase for StoryRise: ‘This is a no-bunny-slippers event,’” he said with a laugh. “Don’t bring children with bunny pajamas for storytime. This is not for your kids.” For more information, visit storyrise. com.

Mariachi festival helps raise funds for EMCC scholarships By Megan Marples

Listen to rich mariachi music and watch vibrant folklorico dancers perform at Estrella Mountain Community College’s second annual mariachi festival on Saturday, October 27. The West Valley Noche de Mariachi Festival brings musicians and performers from around the Valley to celebrate Dia de los Muertos. EMCC’s Jonathan Robles said he believes this event is a great way to showcase Hispanic culture at the college. “We really want to make sure we have events that resonate with our community, students and their families

so that way it’s inclusive and also educational for folks,” said Robles, the college’s director of alumni, corporate and foundation relations. Robles described Estrella as a “Hispanic-serving institution” because more than half of the students are Hispanic. The performance not only showcases the students’ heritage, but he said it also welcomes patrons of other ethnic backgrounds to learn about Hispanic heritage. In addition to showcasing Hispanic culture, the mariachi festival helps fund future scholarships for students, according to Robles. “We really wanted to bring an event to campus that was cultural in theme to

tie in the roots of our college and have it centered around raising dollars for our scholars,” Robles said. Last year, the mariachi festival sold out Estrella’s Performing Arts Center and raised $12,000. He’s hoping to do the same this year but raise $20,000. Ticket prices were increased from $10 to $25. They are offering a $50 community support sponsor ticket that includes a catered reception at 5:30 p.m., a concert shirt and priority seating at the show. Estrella was selected by the U.S. Department of Education to receive a Title V federal grant. He explained that it is an institutional capacity-building grant that lasts five years. The government will

match the money the college raises during that time, including the mariachi festival. “Hispanic-serving institutions are eligible for this funding,” Robles said. “It’s a way to build programing to increase the academic success of students.” Robles said the college is in the second year of the program and officials hope to start awarding scholarships from the fund next year. He estimated around 10 to 25 students will receive money from this grant. “At the end of the day, it’s really about trying to raise money for the scholarships,” Robles said. West Valley Noche de Mariachi Festival 7 p.m. Saturday, October 27 Estrella Mountain Community College Performing Arts Center, 3000 N. Dysart Road, Avondale $25 to $50 estrellamountain.edu/mariachi

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CaZo stages ﬁnal chapter in ‘Asylum’ By Megan Marples

CaZo Dance Company is tossing aside the pumpkins and candy on Halloween in favor of frights and horror in its last installment of its Asylum series, Asylum: Serial Killers. The fourth and final Asylum chapter is set in 1969 with the survivors of the previous asylum. Fictional characters Norman, Bill, Hannibal and May invite real-life serial killers like Charles Manson and Squeaky Fromme to the CaZo Asylum to show them how to become serial killers. When Annalise, a teenager who has experienced multiple exorcisms, arrives, the asylum spirals out of control. Bridgette Borzillo, the director and founder of CaZo Dance Company, found it easy to create the four-part dance series. Since 2015, she has produced an asylum show during each Halloween centered around horrifying characters with a thirst for blood. “I’m really into abnormal psychology,” said Borzillo, a Gilbert resident. “I like horror films so putting them all

together was a fun concept for me.” In the previous asylums, she played the role of Carrie, who was the head of the CaZo Asylum, before being killed off in the third installment. This left Borzillo with plenty of time to not only direct the show, but also to sit back and let the dancers produce. “The greatest part about this experience is that I gave a lot of leeway to the characterization and some of the choreographic work,” Borzillo said. “I gave a lot of control up with them and just said ‘create the magic.’” Tolleson resident and original CaZo member Samantha Brown has performed in all of the asylums and is looking forward to playing Fromme, who attempted to assassinate Gerald Ford in 1975. She admitted she is not into “darker stuff” so she put more effort into transforming into her character. “I really tried to do a lot of research so that way I could play the character as best as possible because I definitely think that this is one of the characters I don’t relate to at all,” Brown said. Brown said she researched her char-

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Buckeye First Assembly of God holding Halloween Harvest Fest By Connor Dziawura

Buckeye First Assembly of God is celebrating fall in true Halloween fashion, capping off the month of October with a family-friendly Harvest Fest from 6 to 8 p.m. “We try to make it an annual event, though we did not do it last year,” Pastor Keith Howard explained. “We’ve had it probably, I would guess, six or seven times, and it’s always been a real fun event.” The church’s Harvest Fest will feature games, entertainment, face painting, a dunk tank, a rock wall and a bounce house. The games, according to Wilma Carter, a church member who organizes the event with her husband, Michael, include various tossing activities involving baskets, coins, cones, buckets, rings and cans. Additionally, there will be a photo booth, and a Thing 1 and Thing 2 prop. Carter will spin upbeat Christian music of today like TobyMac and Mandisa. “What we try to do is provide a safe gathering for kids, for the community, and so it’s a lot of fun,” Howard said.

The Buckeye Fire Department will have a fire truck on site for 30 minutes, and the police department will bring a Humvee and half-taxi half-police car, Carter added. Howard expanded, “We’ll have a fire truck there and the police department will bring one of their vehicles for the kids to look through and climb in.” He called it “just a lot of good, wholesome fun.” Kids’ meal gift cards donated by Chickfil-A will be raffled off, though a scooter will be the “big raffle,” Carter said. The free event include complimentary hot dogs, water bottles and popcorn. Kids are also encouraged to don their Halloween costumes and bring bags for trick or treating, as candy will be available. “It’s just our way of saying ‘Hey, we love you’ to the community, and just to provide a great event for kids,” Howard said. Harvest Fest 6 to 8 p.m. Wednesday, October 31 Buckeye First Assembly of God, 23230 MC 85, Buckeye 623-386-4783

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Wildlife World Zoo hosting sea lion pup naming contest By Christina Fuoco-Karasinski

Wildlife World Zoo, Aquarium & Safari Park is asking the public to help name its new baby sea lion who was born this summer. Names can be submitted through social media at @ZooWildlife or at the park. The winner and winning name will be announced November 9. The winner will receive an annual membership for a family of four. Like all marine mammals, sea lions are protected by the landmark legislation known as the Marine Mammal Protection Act, passed in 1972. The MMPA makes it illegal to hunt or harass marine mammals found in U.S. waters. With approximately 150,000 gallons of manmade salt water for the sea lions, the Wildlife World Zoo has plenty of room to raise the new pup. The outdoor exhibit allows visitors to attend a public educational demonstration featuring the animals twice daily at Shipwreck Cove, a pirate ship display with

The person who wins a sea lion-naming contest will win an annual family pass. (Photo courtesy Wildlife World Zoo, Aquarium & Safari Park)

upper deck and underwater viewing. In addition, guests can feed the sea

lions during their two scheduled feeding times. Wildlife World’s expert sea

lion care team is committed to providing the best of care to the animals and engaging visitors. With more than 600 species and 6,000 animals on display, there are always new arrivals at Wildlife World Zoo. Other babies on display include a baboon, spider monkey, flamingos, penguins and several hoofed animal species, including wildebeests and other youngsters throughout the 100-acre park. Wildlife World Zoo, Aquarium & Safari Park is located at 16501 W. Northern Avenue, Litchfield Park. It is open seven days a week, 365 days a year, including all holidays. Zoo exhibits are open from 9 a.m. to 6 p.m., with the last zoo admission at 5 p.m. The aquarium is open from 9 a.m. to 7 p.m. Admission – $19 for adults, $19 for children 3 to 12, and free for those 2 and younger – includes access to the zoo, aquarium and safari park. For more information, call 623-9359453 or visit wildlifeworld.com.

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Area children starring in Fashion Week 4 Kids By Christina Fuoco-Karasinski

Elijah Diaz is confident and funny, and wanted to roll those traits into acting. A year ago, the Litchfield Park boy started starring in commercials and now he and Alexis Miranda of Buckeye are taking part in the fourth annual Fashion Week 4 Kids. Fashion Week 4 Kids features fashion shows and children’s activities on Saturday, November 3, at Desert Ridge Marketplace. The event kicks off the week of October 29 with discounts at businesses geared toward children and families. “We are thrilled to bring FW4K back to Desert Ridge Marketplace for another year of celebrating children’s fashion and family-friendly fun,” said Jamie LeVine, chief communications officer for Steve LeVine Entertainment & Public Relations and owner of FW4K. “With FW4K, we strive to put Arizona on the map for children’s fashion, while simultaneously encouraging kids to build confidence and self-esteem

while strutting their stuff on the runway. We can’t wait for parents and kids alike to see what we have in store for our fourth annual event, which promises to be our most exciting yet.” Fashion Week 4 Kids’ activities drew more than 3,000 attendees last year with over 200 kids walking in 12 different fashion shows. For more information, visit fw4kids.com. “I feel so confident when I’m walking on the runway,” said Diaz, an L. Thomas Heck Middle School student. “I wasn’t 100 percent sure I was going to make it, but I was 70 percent.” Diaz’s mom, Amber, said she took her son to Fashion Week 4 Kids last year just to check it out. “I’m really glad we did that,” she said. “This year, he was selected. “He’s always had an outgoing personality. The way he interacts with adults is so mature. He’s always really bubbly and he loves to make people laugh.” He is represented by Matt Englehart and Sheena Adams with Ford Robert Black Agency in Arizona and Robyn

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Minnette with Rage Models and Talent in Calabasas, California. His manager is Joann Smolen with After Eden Management in Los Angeles. Miranda said she was nervous during her audition for Fashion Week 4 Kids. She has modeled at Dillard’s, Rue 21 and Daniela Jay in Peoria. “There were so many beautiful little kids there,” the 13-year-old Verrado Middle School eighth grader said. “I was worrying I wouldn’t make it. I love

modeling because I love being able to go down the runway. I was hooked when I started doing it. I love wearing pretty clothes and making them come alive.” She, too, feels confident when she walks down the runway. “I like to show off what I have to offer,” Miranda said. “I love being able to model different types of clothes. It’s so much fun. I could do this as a career.”

Palo Verde successful in tourney By Christina Fuoco-Karasinski

The Palo Verde Elementary School girls volleyball team took first place at its tournament. Twelve teams participated in the tourney, which helps eighth-grade students raise money for their school trip by charging admission. The team is comprised of Kerstyn Flippo, Lupita Martin, Olyvia Clinks- The Palo Verde Elementary School girls volleyball team, coach Logan Dewe, shows off its second-place plaque. cale, Alexis Merrill, with (Photo courtesy Palo Verde Elementary School) Alicia Vizcarra, Navaeh Rosales and Aaliyah Diaz. Logan teams in the league competed in the Dewe is the coach for the Palo Verde White Tanks Athletic Conference girls volleyball team. Tournament. Once again, Palo Verde Palo Verde played Arlington, and played Arlington, who took first place. from this tournament, the top four Palo Verde took second.

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Student-painted tiles comprise new Copper Trails School mosaic By Connor Dziawura

Monday, October 15, was the first day back to school after fall break for students at Copper Trails School in Goodyear. But for students, parents and staff, that date marked more than that. Many of them had their first glimpses of the school’s new art wall, which was crafted with individual tiles created by students. “Just as a school we really try to push the arts, not just fine, but just arts in general,” Principal Stacy Ellis explained, adding that they wanted to bring more color and show people “there’s something special about this school.” “Our goal was that we can have as many students as possible be part of it.” We wanted “something that our kids can contribute to, where it’s just not someone doing art, but the school created this art project.” With fewer than 1,100 students enrolled, according to Ellis, many of them contributed tiles. Staff participated, too. The wall measures in at 12 feet by 12 feet. According to Elizabeth Canchola, past PTSA president and current Avondale-Goodyear Education Foundation president, WHAM Art Association designed and assembled the project while

GCON installed it by mounting panels and doing the grouting. Marty Wolfe was the artist. WHAM’s executive director, Connie Whitlock, also worked with students. “(GCON) did everything just as a community partner, like free of charge. They provided the scaffolding; they did all the grouting,” Canchola said. “We were able to work with WHAM, and they gave us a huge discount on the project. But Marty Wolfe is the artist and she was amazing. Absolutely incredible.” “She was,” Ellis chimed in. “It takes a pretty special person who’s not an educator to be able to come into the school and work with a thousand kids within that short time frame and get that type of work done. And it doesn’t sound like a lot to cut out the shape and paint it, but when you’re going from 4 year olds to 13 year olds all within a day, that’s huge.” Each student had his or her own approach to crafting a tile. Eighth grader Tyler Marr painted a Native American playing a flute. “I designed it where the flute was multicolored because I wanted to show that the school has a lot of character and has different aspects, like each color was representative,” Marr explained. “We have character, we have caring

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ANNIVERSARIES Happy 60th Anniversary Betty & Lynn Altmaier Your friends and family love you, we wish many more happy years together.

OBITUARIES Jane Purcell On Saturday, October 13, 2018, Jane Purcell passed away peacefully in her Litchfield Park home of 50 years, surrounded by family. She was 89 years old. Born Anna Jane Phelan on January 5, 1929 in her family home in Flagstaff, she was the second of five siblings born to Claude and Willow Phelan, both native Arizonans. As a child of the Great Depression, Jane’s father worked different jobs in Flagstaff before moving the family to Litchfield Park Air Base (renamed Luke Field in 1941) after it was built in 1940. Her father worked on base as a plumber and the children attended the local school; with the exception of Jane and brother Claude, Jr., who attended school in Phoenix. Both children lived as boarders, Claude, Jr. attending St. Mary’s High School, Jane a student at Xavier College Preparatory. Jane returned home as a senior in high school and attended Litchfield High School. Upon graduation, she returned to Flagstaff and attended Northern Arizona University. She excelled academically and played the drums in the Lumberjack Band. During this time, she met her love, Lloyd Purcell, and they secretly eloped. They were eventually “found out” and moved in to married housing to complete college. The couple returned to the west valley, settling in Goodyear, where Jane worked as a secretary at Goodyear Aerospace for a short time. They reared four daughters and in 1968 moved to Litchfield Park. Jane returned to work and became the first librarian of Litchfield Park. Beginning in a one room library with limited circulation, she began to work on a new facility which, ultimately, became the Florence Brinton Memorial Library. In 1982 she was named the Maricopa County Librarian of the Year. Jane retired in 1990 and devoted her days to grandchildren, working in her garden with her award winning roses, sewing, quilting, and reading. Jane never traveled extensively but often said she “traveled by reading books.” She was an avid “information geek” and her curious nature was usually satisfied through the pages of a book or by studying maps. Jane was known for her strong political convictions and read her newspapers from cover to cover up until recent days. She is predeceased by her husband Lloyd of 60 years, and her brothers, Claude, Jr. and James. She is survived by two sisters, Willow Seibert and Peggy Schmid; four daughters, Jan Parkinson, Mary Wagner, Patty Haydis, and Polly Franklin; 13 grandchildren, and 14 great-grandchildren. Special thanks to the staff of Comprehensive Hospice and Palliative care for their love and support. Condolences for the family may be left at www.ThompsonFuneralChapel.com.

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OBITUARIES Gertrude Buttes Gertrude Buttes, age 89, of Chandler, died October 14, 2018 in Chandler. She was born March 13, 1929, in Antlers, OK to Ernest and Oda May Jack. Gertrude had a 20 year career at Agua Fria High School. She raised four sons and had a loving family. She is survived by her son, Tom Buttes (Jude); brothers, Altus and Clarence Jack; four grandchildren, Melissa (Mike), Lisa (Jason), Sam (Carolina), and Taylor (Jennifer); and eight great-grandchildren, Audri, Randy, Sam, Jr., Jax, Madison, Gage, Daniel, Katelyn. She was preceded in death by her husband, George Buttes; and sons, George, Larry, and Carl, and grandson, Chris. Funeral services were held on Thursday, October 18, 2018 at Thompson Funeral Chapel, 926 S. Litchfield Road, Goodyear, AZ 85338. Burial was at West Resthaven Cemetery, 6450 W. Northern Avenue, Glendale, AZ 85301. The family suggests that donations be made to Serenity Hospice. Condolences for the family may be left at www.ThompsonFuneralChapel.com

Taylor Ann Denny Heartbroken, the family of Taylor Ann Denny, born April 5, 1996, announces her passing after a tragic car accident on a snowy North Dakota bypass on October 5, 2018. Taylor was just twenty-two years old. Taylor graduated from Verrado High School in May 2014. With great ambition and a zeal for creativity, Taylor pursued a career in cosmetology while still attending high school, graduating from West-Mec days later. She enjoyed a successful career with Great Clips where she was named "Stylist of the Year" in 2016. Most recently she styled for a loyal client base at Keep It Cut. Taylor was well loved not only by her clients but also by her many friends, as demonstrated by the massive outpouring of their kind words. The tragedy of Taylor's death has revealed her short life was lived full of love for others, and in return, she was loved immensely. Taylor's memory will be cherished always by her parents, Wade Denny and Julie (Frazier) Denny, and her three younger brothers; Kolton, Logan, and Joshua. She is survived by the biological daughter she adored, Jana Renee, who by Taylor's gift of adoption lives to be her greatest legacy. Taylor is treasured by her large extended family including her three living grandparents; Kathleen Denny and Jim and Delores Frazier, and dozens of aunts, uncles, and cousins. Taylor is predeceased by her grandfather, Charles A. Denny, Jr. Taylor's life was celebrated by family and friends at Palm Valley Church on October 19, 2018. Thank you for participating in remembering her that day and more importantly, for all the days to come. Condolences for the family may be left at www.ThompsonFuneralChapel.com.

Scott "Scotty" W. Creager

Scott W. Creager, 90, of Litchfield Park and Arvada, CO passed away October 6, 2018. Scott was born January 31, 1928 in Steamboat Springs, CO to Herman Winfield Creager and Rose L. Taylor Creager. He leaves his wife Virginia (Ginny) Correa Creager; children Curt (Rhonda) Creager and Connie Creager Nunley; step-son Robert W. Jones, Jr. (Shawn); and nine grandchildren. Celebration of Life service November 3, 2018, The Church at Litchfield Park, 300 N. Old Litchfield Road, 10:30 a.m., Litchfield Park.

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The Place “To Find” Everything You Need GARAGE SALES/ BAZAARS Not your usual Garage Sale Years of collecting records, Cd's receivers, speakers turn table, household items, jewelry, collectables Friday 10/26 & Saturday 10/27 From 8:00 am - 1:00 pm 12681 W. Hollyhock Dr, Avondale, AZ 85392 Indian School & Dysart Sundance Adult Village Community Wide Garage Sale!

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MISCELLANEOUS FOR SALE KILL SCORPIONS! Buy Harris Scorpion Spray. Odorless, Non-Staining Effective results begin, after spray dries. Available: Hardware Stores, The Home Depot, homedepot.com Kirby Vacuum & Carpet Shampoo $100 - includes vacuum, all attachments and carpet shampoo attachments plus a package of new bags. Contact 612-306-4370

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LAND FOR SALE WENDEN Family Liquidation- Four 40 Acre Lots Avail., $38,500 Each. Offers accepted. Owner will carry for 3 years at a low 8% interest. 305-692-3484 10 Acres Power, water, natural gas available. 79,000 556th Ave, Tonopah AZ. Owner 602-618-1159

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38,924

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