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Avondale food bank needs help this holiday season By Carson Mlnarik With the typical hustle and bustle of the holiday season, it’s easy to forget about the 2 million Arizonans who face food insecurity each year. Fortunately, Avondale’s Agua Fria Food and Clothing Bank works year-round to make sure these families have food on their plates. “We are blessed to be able to help those in need in the Southwest Valley,” said executive director Leanne Leonard. “Our primary services are providing emergency food and clothing assistance once a month.” Established by a Presbyterian church in 1981, the food bank moved to Avondale in 1996. Over time, it grew to serve roughly 2,000 people annually, and opened a second location in Tonopah Valley. During the holidays, Agua Fria Food and Clothing Bank gets hit hard. It serves approximately 1,300 families with its holiday food boxes for Thanksgiving and Christmas. Leonard said the food bank is always looking for food and monetary donations. For the holiday food boxes, holiday
Agua Fria Food Bank Executive Director Leanne Leonard and food bank volunteer Glenda Schneiderman stock food on the food bank shelves. (West Valley View photo by Jordan Christopher)
food items like stuffing, cranberry sauce, gravy, instant potatoes, canned fruit and vegetables and frozen turkeys are especially needed. Agua Fria Food and Clothing Bank is
an Arizona-approved charitable tax credit organization, so individuals and couples can receive a tax credit for monetary
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Unofficial West Valley election results arrive By Connor Dziawura Unofficial election results show voters decided in favor of nearly all local bond and maintenance and operations (M&O) overrides November 7. “I can’t recall a time where every question in Maricopa County was approved (except the Gila Bend bond) and so many of them approved by more than 60 percent of the voters,” said Jeremy Calles, CFO of business services for Tolleson Union High School District. “People are finally saying enough is enough and we need to take care of education and provide for our kids. I think that was a pretty clear message, just looking at the results across the county.”
This was the first year Maricopa County held an election with an all-mail format. Here are the unofficial election results from the Maricopa County Elections Department:
Fire districts Buckeye Valley Fire District Bond approved The $14.185 million bond will be put toward additional ambulances, replacement and addition of equipment, land acquisition, renovations and construction, debt, and bond issuance and sale costs.
High school districts Agua Fria Union High School District No. 216
Override approved The $6.4 million M&O override funds will be used to maintain class sizes, as well as to continue funding fine arts and career and technical education programs, the Coldwater Academy, specialty electives and summer school transportation. Tolleson Union High School District No. 214 Bond approved Voters OK’d a $125 million bond, the bulk of which will be used to build a new school and improve existing school
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Food ..continued from page 1 donations. Leonard said this is particularly ideal as the food bank is usually able to stretch a donor’s dollar further by purchasing discounted items. Officials also purchase it what it needs most. The food bank hosts holiday events in December, allowing families who may not be able to enjoy their own celebration to partake in Christmas festivities. Its holiday event in Tonopah on December 15 will include gifts for children ages 14 and younger
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as well as a holiday food box for their families. Nearly 350 families have already registered, and it is a true community effort, with sponsors Palo Verde Nuclear Power Plant and the Tonopah Valley Fire District. The Toys and More Project is December 16, and involves Avondale residents. Held at Avondale Middle School, it is a collaboration of many churches, schools and community organizations, including Kiwanis of Litchfield, Salvation Army, Avondale Elementary School District and Pebble
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American Legion Post 61 officials are asking the public to volunteer for 30 minutes to help feed the less fortunate as well as first responders on Thanksgiving. The post, located at 35 N. Dysart Road, Avondale, will serve dinner from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. Thursday, November 23, but volunteers are needed from 9:30 a.m. to 3 p.m. The organization has fed 600 to 800 people on Thanksgiving, which features a meal of turkey, dressing, mashed potatoes, gravy, green bean casserole, corn and dessert. It also runs a food program for “shut-ins” and the homeless. To donate or help on Thanksgiving, call Helen at 623-203-8606.
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Avondale PD seeks sponsors for holiday youth program By Christina Fuoco-Karasinski The Avondale Police Department is asking for donations from the community to maintain its Shop with a Cop program, which creates positive holiday experiences for children who have been crime victims or witnesses. “Shop with a Cop is a way for Avondale law enforcement officers to bring holiday cheer into the lives of some children,” said Melisa Urtuzuastegui, Avondale Police Department’s community services advocate. “It also is another way of giving back to the community we care so much about and do our best to protect. The Avondale Police Department is asking for your help to keep this program going strong, through community partnerships or donations towards this program.” For years, the Avondale Police Department’s staff has taken kids shopping with $100 gift cards. Often children will buy presents for the family, but they are coaxed by officers to purchase presents for themselves. Urtuzuastegui said it’s a positive experience not only for children, but for the officers. The youth also meet Santa Claus and eat a healthy breakfast before they go shopping. The Avondale Police Department accepts donations for Shop with a Cop throughout the year. The City is also looking for business partners to assist with providing Christmas-themed goody bags, crafts and food/beverages for the day of the event. For more information or to donate, call 623-3337219, or email murtuzuastegui@avondaleaz.gov.
Results...continued from page 1 grounds. Its funds will also provide technology, furniture, fixtures, equipment and replace school diesel buses with propane buses, which are more fuel efficient, according to Calles.
Elementary schools Arlington Elementary School District Override approved The M&O budget override continuation is an estimated $252,208 and will be used to maintain teacher support and materials, teacher salaries and keep class sizes small.
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staffing. See related letter to the editor in the Opinion section. Littleton Elementary School District No. 65 Bond approved This $22.7 million bond will be used to build and renovate schools. Funds will also be used to buy new school buses.
Buckeye Elementary School District Override approved This continuation of the existing M&O budget override is for $2.4 million and will continue funding fine arts programs and teacher salaries.
Tolleson Elementary School District No. 17 Bond approved The intended use of the $24 million bond is for classroom construction across campuses, and building of a sports playfield and bathrooms at Arizona Desert Elementary School, as well furniture, equipment and technology replacement, building maintenance and other campus improvements.
Litchfield Elementary School District No. 79 Override approved The nearly $9 million override will be used to increase salaries, recruit teachers, and maintain academic and athletic programming, as well as
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Avondale native serves aboard aircraft carrier Vinson By Mass Communication Specialist 1st Class Tim Miller, Navy Office of Community Outreach
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A 2014 Agua Fria High School graduate and Avondale native is serving on one of the world’s largest warships, USS Carl Vinson. Seaman Keisen Esquer is a logistics specialist aboard the San Diego-based ship, the third Nimitz-class nuclearpowered aircraft carrier and one of only 11 operational aircraft carriers in the Navy. As a logistics specialist, Esquer is responsible for procuring and ordering any material that comes onboard, as well as managing all storage rooms for ship materials. He also keeps up with administration, finance and record keeping. Sailors’ jobs are highly varied aboard Vinson. Approximately 3,000 men and women make up the ship’s company, and they keep all parts of the aircraft carrier running. They do everything from preparing meals to handling weaponry and maintaining the nuclear reactors. Additionally, another 2,000 sailors comprise the air wing. These are the people who fly and maintain the aircraft embarked aboard the ship. Esquer has carried lessons learned from his hometown into his military service. “Both my parents taught me to have a great work ethic, that kindness goes a long way and to always keep good discipline. Having these values helps me in my job every day,” he said. Vinson, like each of the Navy’s aircraft carriers, is designed for a 50year service life. When the air wing is embarked, the ship carries more than 60 attack fighter jets, helicopters and other aircraft, all of which take off from and land aboard the carrier at sea. Powerful catapults slingshot the aircraft off the bow of the ship, and those planes land upon their return to the aircraft carrier by snagging a steel cable with an arresting hook that protrudes from the rear of the aircraft. All of this makes Vinson a self-contained mobile airport and strike platform, often the first response to a global crisis because of an aircraft carrier’s ability to operate freely in international waters anywhere on the world’s oceans. The ship was commissioned in 1982 and named after former Georgia Congressman Carl Vinson. A member of the United States House of
Seaman Keisen Esquer, a logistics specialist aboard the San Diego-based ship USS Carl Vinson, comes from a military family in Avondale. (Photo by Mass Communications Specialist 3rd Class Teddy Quintana)
Representatives for 50 years, he was, for 29 years, the Chairman of the House Naval Affairs and Armed Services Committee. Vinson was the principal sponsor of the so-called “Vinson Acts,” culminating in the Two-Ocean Navy Act of 1940, which provided for the massive naval shipbuilding effort in World War II. “Carl Vinson was a visionary congressman,” said Capt. Douglas Verissimo, commanding officer of USS Carl Vinson. “His support led to a stronger Navy that was pivotal in winning World War II and the Cold War. Our Sailors embody his commitment to service and bring to life a warship that has been an enduring asset to America’s defense for more than 35 years.” Esquer has military ties with family members who have previously served and is honored to carry on the family tradition. “My dad served in the Marines during the Vietnam War. He influenced my decision to join the Navy,” he said. “He said the military was a great way to start out your life, getting a head start with education. This encouraged me.” Esquer’s proudest accomplishment was getting the surface warfare qualification. “It took two full months of studying and being mentored getting my qualification while doing my job at same time,” he added. As a member of one of the U.S. Navy’s most relied upon assets, Esquer and other Vinson sailors know they are part of a legacy that will last beyond their lifetimes. “Serving in the Navy means serving my country, protecting the rights of others and making sure that people back home are able to live in safety and enjoy American freedoms,” Esquer said.
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ADOT schedules SR 30 alignment meeting By West Valley View staff
A public meeting on the selection of a recommended alignment for a 14-mile segment of State Route 30 in the West Valley is scheduled for the evening of Thursday, November 16. The Arizona Department of Transportation is hosting the meeting so the public can learn more and provide comments about the recommended alignment, or “build alternative,” for State Route 30 between the Loop 202 South Mountain Freeway (at 59th Avenue) in west Phoenix and Sarival Avenue in Goodyear. The meeting will be held from 6 to 8 p.m. Thursday, November 16, at Fowler Elementary School, 6706 W. Van Buren Street, Phoenix. SR 30 will travel along a corridor approximately 4 miles south of and parallel to Interstate 10. Should the recommended alignment, known as the Hybrid Alternative, ultimately become the preferred alternative, the first phase of construction of SR 30 as an arterial-
style roadway is scheduled to start in 2022. The recommended SR 30 Hybrid Alternative was selected from among four potential alignments studied in detail by an ADOT project team in collaboration with the Federal Highway Administration and the Maricopa Association of Governments (MAG). ADOT considered earlier public feedback as well as the results of a technical analysis in recommending the Hybrid Alternative. A “no-build” alternative remains an option being considered for SR 30 between Loop 202 and Sarival Avenue. Representatives from ADOT and the project team will be on hand at the meeting to answer questions about SR 30. That includes questions about the state’s program for purchasing some properties should the Hybrid Alternative advance to become the selected alignment following an environmental assessment scheduled
for completion in 2019. SR 30 has been part of the MAG Regional Transportation Plan approved by county voters in 2004. It had recently been an unfunded longrange project. However, MAG, the regional freeway planning agency, approved updated funding projections earlier this year and scheduled the 2022 start of construction for SR 30 as an interim four-lane roadway within the freeway alignment. Expansion into a full urban freeway would be scheduled later when adequate funding is available. Public comments will be gathered at the SR 30 meeting. ADOT also will accept comments through December 15 via email at SR30@azdot.gov, by
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show the restricted reserve, the money used to replace and refurbish aging infrastructure, for sewer funds is low. The city’s sewer restricted reserve makes up only 3 percent of the cost it would take to replace or refurbish the aging pipelines or infrastructure. The sewer rates may not need to be increased in the plan’s final year, Artz said. The goal, Artz said, is to build restricted reserve funds and eventually reach at least 40 percent to 50 percent of depreciable assets. Avondale did not have any rate increases in water from 2010 through 2015 because of the recession. The City Council approved a notice of intent to raise the rates on November 6. The increased rates will be proposed on January 16, at a public hearing and council meeting scheduled at 7 p.m. at Avondale City Hall’s Council Chambers, 11465 W. Civic Center Drive. The new rates will be effective on February 20, if approved at the January 16 meeting. There will be two public meetings so residents can ask questions or voice concerns: noon to 1 p.m. (lunch and learn) and 6 to 7 p.m. Tuesday, December 12. Both will be held at Avondale City Hall’s Mojave Conference Room, 11465 W. Civic Center Drive. City staff is available to speak to neighborhood groups or at community meetings upon request. Detailed information is shared on the City’s website. Visit avondaleaz.gov, or call Avondale City Hall, 623-333-1000.
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Thank you Editor: Thank you to the voters who showed up in support for our award-winning schools and A-plus teachers. The Litchfield Elementary School District and Agua Fria Union High School District overrides passed! Our community has assured us, yet again, that it values high-quality schools and supports teachers. Thank you for acknowledging the importance of strong schools in our community and for rewarding the commitment and professionalism of our passionate educators. In addition to affording teacher and staff pay increases, your support enables us to attract and retain the best and brightest, as well as maintain school nurses, teaching positions and award-winning programs. This is a special time for quality education in our community and we thank you for your support! Your partner in education, Jodi Gunning, M.Ed. Superintendent, Litchfield Elementary School District
Gun show loophole Editor: This coming senatorial election is quite simple. Does the candidate support closing the gun show loophole? If they do, then they deserve our vote, because neither Flake nor McCain have done anything to prevent guns from falling into the hands of those who should not have them through the gun show loophole. Patrick Orr Avondale
New candidate Editor: I am honored and pleased to announce my candidacy for the Maricopa County Community College Governing Board, District 4 in the 2018 election. I am a retired community college educator. I spent 34 years in the California Community College system and retired in 2008 from West Valley-Mission Community College District. I served 20 years as a Community College CEO and reported to a governing
board for 19 years. I fully understand the role of governing board member. As your elected board member, I will work for our students, our citizens, the business community and the employees of the district. I will work with the board to create a team that ensures student success, access and affordability, fiscal stability and responsibility, workforce development and fostering community partnership. To address access and affordability, I will promote the “America College Promise” throughout the Maricopa Community Colleges. The America College Program promotes tuition-free community college. Tuition-free community college may sound like a daydream, but it is happening all across our nation. Community colleges are seen as the nation’s equalizer. It provides a pathway of success for students with diverse backgrounds. I was a high school dropout, attended a tuition-free community college and had a professional career in higher education that spanned 35 years and ended with retirement as a community college chancellor. There are two community colleges in Arizona that offer the College Promise Program (Mohave Community College: MCC Future Fund & Central Arizona College: Promise for the Future). Colleges participating in the College Promise Program define student eligibility and identify a source of funding. Maricopa CCCD offers a tuition-free President’s Honor Scholarship for recent high school graduates. Providing tuition-free community college is best understood in the states of Tennessee and California. In Tennessee, community college is already free for graduating high school students. Now Tennessee is the first state in the country to offer community college—free of charge— to almost any adult. In California, Gov. Brown recently signed Assembly Bill 19 making the first year of community college free for California students. The National College Promise Campaign has identified three primary reasons to support free tuition for community colleges: free community college is good for business and communities; free community college would address the rising cost of college and crisis of student debt; and free community college
allows marginalized students to aspire to higher education. I hope you will join our campaign and help me bring the American College Promise to the citizens of the Maricopa Community Colleges. Please visit our website stanarterberry.com and follow us on FB @SR4MCCB. Stan Arterberry Litchfield Park
Laughable Editor: I had to laugh at Roy Azzarello’s latest diatribe about fake news. When speaking about cheerleaders who root for one candidate over another, he cited CNN and MSNC, but conveniently neglected to mention the most flagrant contributors—Rush Limbaugh, FOX News and Donald Trump. I was always taught that the fish stinks from the head. Well the odor I smell every day comes from tweets and lies perpetrated by the president himself and his spokespeople. I prefer to let Mueller do his job and await the results. So far, there appears to be enough evidence against Trump’s cronies to convict them all. Roy can disavow all he wants, but recent indictments on Trump’s inner circle indicate that Mueller has also discovered the smell, and it does indeed appear to come from the head. It is only a matter of time before the country discovers the “the emperor has no clothes.” Dr. David Wilson Goodyear
Statement on Don Shooter Editor: As a retired Air Force master sergeant, I have spent years dealing with members of the “old boys club.” The military is far from perfect in this respect, but what we had was accountability at every level of the chain of command. So far, the Arizona Legislature has shown it has little appetite to police itself. We must ensure accountability and set an example for every employer and institution in the state by making sure these policies are enforceable and consistent with the values and dignity we expect all of our elected officials to embody. These issues transcend politics and party. Every person in every space in America deserves to be treated with simple dignity and respect. The only way to change this culture is to confront it, head-on, and demand accountability at every level. I support Rep. Kelly Townsend’s proposal to codify sexual harassment policy into statute. Michelle Harris Democratic candidate Arizona State Senate in Legislative District 13 How to get a letter published 250 N. Litchfield Road, Ste. 130, Goodyear, AZ 85340 E-mail: editor@westvalleyview.com The West Valley View welcomes letters that express readers’ opinion on current topics. Letters must be 300 words or fewer, include the writer’s full name, address (including city) and telephone number. The West Valley View will print the writer’s name and city of residence only. Letters without the requisite identifying information will not be published. Letters are limited to one per author per every two issues. Letters are published in the order received. The West Valley View will not publish consumer complaints, form letters, clippings from other publications or poetry. Letters’ authors, not the View, are responsible for the “facts” presented in letters.
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WEST VALLEY VIEW NEWS | NOVEMBER 15, 2017
Let’s have a national conversation about ‘national conversations’ By David Leibowitz
Of all the many “national conversations” we’ve been having of late – about guns, race, sexual predators, about illegal immigration, health care, the National Anthem and every other damn thing – there’s one national conversation we aren’t having that’s long, long overdue. That would be a national conversation about the wisdom of having national conversations at all. Let me give you a moment to unravel that last sentence. Still here? Great, because nothing is sadder than a monologue with no audience. Unless it’s a national conversation with everyone jawing at top volume. Here’s the thing about America’s endless so-called “dialogue” that bugs me to distraction: All this chatter occurs based on the false premise that talking about a problem is the prelude to actually solving the problem. This premise is only true when the people engaged in the conversation are (a) listening to each other, (b) capable of rational thought and (c) willing to compromise in the pursuit of an effective solution. If this sounds to you like no nation-
al conversation of recent vintage, welOf course, to many of my friends come to the club. on the right, shooter Devin Kelley’s Take, for example, the latest turn in red-flag-filled life should not occasion the public debate over guns and mass any mention of gun control. Instead, shootings. The phrase “thoughts and they point to the armed neighbor who prayers” as a response to tragedy has winged Kelley outside the First Bapnow become offensive to tist Church and argue loud some on the left, because and long for more guns, as they take this expression if the 270 million firearms not as a condolence, but as currently in circulation in a kiss off, a hollow sentia country of roughly 240 ment offered in place of acmillion adults represents tion on gun violence. some massive lack of fireHmm. You all feel free power. to debate phraseology for You can always tell for the next few weeks while sure a conversation is going Sutherland Springs, Texas, nowhere when the people lays to rest 26 dead. I’ll be involved can’t even agree over here pondering how on the problem they’re disLeibowitz. (Photo to repair a patchwork gun David cussing, much less solucourtesy Advisor Group) background check system tions to the problem. so porous, a convicted domestic abuser Then there’s those national conversawith an Air Force court martial, a his- tions where everyone is pretty much on tory of mental illness and time spent the same side, like the current dialogue locked in a psych ward still managed focused on allegations of sexual harassto legally purchase a Ruger semiauto- ment and depravity against powerful matic 556 rifle and hundreds of rounds men like Harvey Weinstein and Kevof ammunition. in Spacey. These conversations tend
to dissipate when our attention spans dwindle, or when those who scream the loudest propose a set of solutions so extreme, the reasonable rest of us recoil in dismay. As a species, it appears we can only handle so much talk about a given problem. Nowadays, the more frequent the Facebook rants, the more often CNN televises some cliched “town hall,” the more often Fox News Channel trots out a “special report,” the faster we hit unfriend or simply change the channel. I don’t know who originally made the point that talk is cheap, but they drastically overestimated the value of chatter. As a country, we have never talked more and solved less. Maybe we need a new model to fix what ails us, a better strategy to cut through the din, identify what works and enact meaningful solutions. That’s the national conversation I’m waiting for. And I have no doubt it will be a long, chatty wait. David Leibowitz has called the Valley home since 1995. Contact david@ leibowitzsolo.com.
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WEST VALLEY VIEW NEWS | NOVEMBER 15, 2017
Coalition honors top West Valley businesses By Connor Dziawura
Former Gov. Jan Brewer, the late Litchfield Park City Manager Darryl Crossman and the city of Goodyear were among those honored during WESTMARC’s 25th anniversary Best of the West awards dinner at University of Phoenix Stadium Thursday, November 2. “Although we are excited to recognize the event’s silver anniversary, the real celebration is about the results of those 25 years of hard work and dedication,” said Bobbi Magdaleno, WESTMARC board chairwoman and ASU’s executive director of government and community engagement, in her introductory speech. “In the past, we were able to get away with selling the West Valley, and the entire Valley for that matter, as an inexpensive place to build a business with our greatest asset being sunshine. Today, we have more to offer. We have an amazing quality of life, a strong and abundant workforce, and, most importantly, we have regional collaboration unlike any other.” Magdaleno was among the 550 business professionals, school
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chairman and Copper Point’s vice president and chief risk officer. The awards comprised the bulk of the evening, however. Brewer was among those honored by WESTMARC President and CEO Sintra Hoffman after brief opening remarks. “The influence in this room at WESTMARC events always blows me away,” Hoffman enthusiastically told the crowd early in the evening. Brewer was joined by former Glendale Mayor Elaine Scruggs; West-MEC Director of Government and Business Partnerships Diane McCarthy; Greater Maricopa Foreign Trade Zone President Art Othon; Sun Health Executive Vice President and WESTMARC Executive Advisory Board member Joe La Rue; Molera Alvarez Vice President of Government and Community Relations Claude Mattox; and Orcutt|Winslow founder and WESTMARC Executive Advisory Board member Herman Orcutt. The primary awards came after dinner, though. Those included Economic Engine, Excellence in Innovation and Quality of Life, the latter of which was split into two categories: Community and Education. First was Economic Engine, which was designated for “individuals, organizations, businesses, facilities or programs which have created a significant economic outcome and/or job creation for the West Valley.” PV | 303 Business Park won, having announced plans this year to add three new companies: a corporate office and logistics operation for Aldi Incorporated, a manufacturing plant for Ball Corporation, and a regional hub for United Parcel Service. This move
will effectively create an approximate 2,000 jobs and pump almost $500,000 into the West Valley. The Quality of Life: Education field was for “individuals, organizations, businesses, facilities or programs which have enhanced the quality of life for West Valley residents.” The Peoria Unified School District Career and Technical Program won. Quality of Life: Community is for “individuals, organizations, businesses, facilities or programs which have enhanced the quality of life for West Valley residents.” This award was given to the Tri-City West Thornwood Branch of the Boys & Girls Club of Metro Phoenix, a program that provides after-school and summer programs for Avondale, Litchfield Park, Goodyear and Buckeye kids struggling with poverty and literacy issues. This was the first year Quality of Life was split into two categories, due to the large number of nominees. Among the many nominees between Community and Education were Backpacks 4 Kids AZ Inc.; Marionneaux Elementary School – Buckeye Elementary School District; Community Paramedicine West Consortium; West Valley Arts Council, City of Goodyear and Estrella by Newland Communities; and WestMEC Southwest Campus. This segment’s final award, Excellence in Innovation, was for innovative concepts that either fulfill a need for West Valley residents or preserve the area’s assets or resources. It was given to the city of Goodyear and Salt River Project (SRP) for the
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BUSINESS
Business Briefcase
WEST VALLEY VIEW NEWS | NOVEMBER 15, 2017
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By Connor Dziawura
Hello, everyone, and welcome back to Business Briefcase! Well, it’s already the middle of November. The feeling hasn’t really hit me that winter and all its related holidays are quickly approaching, but that doesn’t make me any less excited for the cool weather and plentiful feasts! But with all this seasonal excitement, the West Valley is pushing along with a whole heap of great news. To summarize, this week I have a relocated store and a forthcoming Glendale entertainment venue, as well as a new lake. Yep, you read that correctly. A new lake came to Buckeye, but perhaps the most exciting aspect is its music venue. Keep reading for all the details. Well, here we go, let’s get on with the news! To start this week’s news roundup, I have a big one that should appeal to many West Valley residents. Topgolf recently broke ground and it is projected to open in late 2018. It will
feature an updated building design, including an outdoor patio, tiered outdoor levels, larger retail area, private event space and a two-story bar. Topgolf Glendale will be a three-level experience of fun and entertainment, with 3,000 square feet of private event space and six-person climatecontrolled hitting bays. But even beyond its customer appeal, Topgolf creates about 500 jobs each time one opens. They even project $264.5 million in economic output over its first decade. Topgolf, which also has locations in Gilbert and Scottsdale, is sure to make a big impact in the West Valley. (Topgolf Tucson is set to open this winter.) Topgolf Glendale will be located at 6101 N. 99th Avenue, near the northwest corner of the Loop 101 and Bethany Home Road. Just a reminder: The Southwest Valley Chamber of Commerce holds Networking at Noon Wednesdays. These weekly business-networking
Topgolf broke ground on a Glendale location, expected to open in late 2018. (Photo courtesy Ben & Kelly Photography)
events are a great opportunity for local business owners to attend, meet their local community and get their own business out there. The November 15 meeting will be a field trip to Marketplace Collaborative, 13735 W. Auto Drive, Suite 112, Goodyear. Next
week, on November 22, the meeting will be held at its usual location of Haymaker Restaurant Co., 1800 N. Litchfield Road, Goodyear. Anyone is welcome to attend for free for up
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WEST VALLEY VIEW NEWS | NOVEMBER 15, 2017
Thompson Funeral Chapel seeks to educate clients By Connor Dziawura
Losing a loved one is always difficult, and with it comes the upsetting task of planning a funeral or honoring the wishes of the deceased. Decisions about the types of funerals shouldn’t come down to money or emotions. Thompson Funeral Chapel in Goodyear is here to help, said Sean Thompson, owner. He and his staff make sure their clients are cared for and well informed from first contact through final arrangements. “We want to educate,” he said. “We share information with our families, make sure that they understand the value and why funerals and rituals are important.” Many people, he said, see death as a cremation versus burial discussion. Thompson said they’re different ideas with decisions rooted in historical or familial traditions. “It’s almost more of a legacy-type thing or a familial decision or your religion that you follow has led you to your belief,” he explained. Contrary to popular belief, cremations aren’t universally cheaper, he also
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two entities’ 100-year partnership announced earlier this year. Now, SRP will provide Colorado River water to Goodyear’s Central Arizona Project. Among the other nominations were the city of Goodyear, for its Topics on the Move Van mobile meeting venue; and the Speak Up, Stand Up, Save a Life Youth Conference, a West Valley conference that deals with bullying and teen suicide prevention. For Inspiration in Leadership, Sun Health and WESTMARC’s La Rue was once again called to the stage. Citing him as an example of extraordinary leadership, he was given this award by Brewer. “When Sintra called, I said, ‘no, no, no, recount the votes, something’s not right here,’” La Rue joked in his speech. “I truly believe I’m accepting this recognition on behalf of many others and many of those folks are here in this room,” he added. Ron Campbell, senior director of ticket sales for the Arizona Cardinals, presented Regional Advancement. The award was given to Sunbelt Holdings President and CEO, John W. Graham, who is also a WESTMARC board member, for having “strengthened and transformed the West
Valley’s position for economic growth.” In a video montage of his accomplishments, Hoffman cited him as a community builder and leader, as well as for his efforts in education. Like La Rue, Graham credited his award as “an individual recognition for a team effort.” Hoffman returned to the stage to present the final prize, the new fittingly titled President’s Choice Award, to Surprise Economic Development Manager Mike Hoover for his leadership and contributions to WESTMARC, including advancing the Committee’s work and increasing its member value. “Mike’s leadership as the WESTMARC economic development co-chair has led to the creation of new tools that, for the first time ever, validate incredible workforce talent residing here in the West Valley,” Hoffman said. Students were honored as well. Grand Canyon University business management and psychology student Joy Garcia was presented a $1,000 West Valley Youth Leadership Scholarship by Leadership West Executive Director and WESTMARC board member Michelle Hess. The effort is a collaboration between Leadership West and WESTMARC.
Briefcase...continued from page 13 to two meetings, but you will be asked to join the chamber to continue attending beyond that. For more information, contact Danielle Brown at info@southwestvalleychamber. org or 623-932-2260, or visit southwestvalleychamber.org/calendar. Oh, and be sure to bring your business cards–it’s always great to have those at chamber events. Next, Trek Bicycle Store of West Phoenix moved temporarily to 1428 N. Litchfield Road, Suite E1, Goodyear, near Best Buy while its new outlet is under construction. Trek Bicycle Store’s owners are hoping to open its location at 13810 W. Test Drive, Goodyear, (near Rudy’s Bar-B-Q) in February. The temporary store’s hours are 10 a.m. to 7 p.m. Monday through Friday, 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Saturdays, and 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. Sundays. Another reminder: the Buckeye Valley Chamber of Commerce holds Buckeye Business Connection from 7:15 to 8:30 a.m. Tuesdays at the chamber, 508 E. Monroe Avenue. Anyone from the community is welcome. Like previously mentioned
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SW Valley volleyball teams suffer early state exits By Casey Pritchard
A handful of teams from the However, Jordan said he hopes this Southwest Valley made the volleyball season will instill confidence into his state playoffs, but the athletes didn’t players to understand what they can advance beyond the state quarterfinals. accomplish. “For the most part, it’s just letting In 6A, fourth-seeded Millennium topped Gilbert Highland in four sets them reflect on the past season they just during the opening round, but lost at had,” Jordan said. “They realize they home to No. 5 Gilbert Perry in five can play with other teams. This year sets during the quarterfinals. The Lady was the first time we beat Westview. I Tigers beat Perry in four sets September can’t remember the last time we beat 19, but the tables were turned this time. Westview. We beat Surprise Willow “Any time you play one of the top Canyon in straight sets. We beat Mesa teams in the state, it’s unpredictable Skyline to open the season in three sets. what could happen,” said Millennium It’s just continuing on that mindset that we can play volleyball with anybody as coach Julie Vastine. “It’s going to be whoever makes the long as we mentally prepare ourselves least amount of mistakes. We knew to go out there and play volleyball.” In 5A, Desert Edge, going in we were going to Verrado and Agua Fria be pretty evenly matched VOLLEYBALL made the state playoffs, and we were going to have but none of them to play pretty flawless.” Millennium didn’t make many advanced. No. 11-seeded Desert Edge won its unforced errors against Perry, but had to play aggressively to try to beat the play-in game in straight sets against Lady Pumas, Vastine said. It still didn’t San Tan Valley Poston Butte, but lost a heartbreaker to Glendale Deer Valley work. “They blocked better than we did, in five sets during the first round. The and I think that was probably the Lady Scorpions had a chance to close out the match in the fourth set, but had biggest difference,” Vastine said. Overall, Millennium went 32-10, an unfortunate play derailed them. winning the Southwest Region. Vastine Desert Edge senior Jennessy Cain hit a ball that went off the block of a Deer said she was proud of the girls. “I know others thought it would be Valley player and would have gone out tougher for them not having big scorers, of bounds on the Desert Edge side of and that definitely made a difference the court, but Cain was off balance as for us,” Vastine said. “They were very she came down from the hit. The ball good in the backcourt, though. That’s glanced off of her before going out, what held us in games—our defense giving the point to Deer Valley. “It would have been out of bounds, more than our offense. At times we struggled to score, and that was really and I think we would have gone on to the difference, but I thought we had a win it,” Desert Edge coach Bill Bellis said. “It brought them right back into it great season.” Tolleson was knocked out of the 6A and we ended up losing 26-24.” In the fifth set, Desert Edge stopped postseason in the play-in round, as the No. 23 Lady Wolverines lost in straight playing, Bellis said. “We made a ton of errors, went sets to 10th-seeded Valley Vista. Even though Tolleson had an early exit from down 9-2 really quick,” Bellis said. state, it was a great accomplishment “We fought back to 12-10, but made three more errors right at the end of the for the school. “It meant a lot to the young ladies game. It was really disappointing.” Desert Edge finished the season 22because this is the first time they’ve made the playoffs since the 1990- 9, but could have had an even better 91 school year,” said Tolleson coach record had Cain not been injured early Freddie Jordan. “They had a very good in the season, Bellis said. “It’s only speculating, but I think if season. We had some down moments, but overall, we had a very, very we have her, we don’t lose any of those early season games and we could be productive season.” Three seniors from the seven- 25-2,” Bellis said. Desert Edge will lose Cain and Rylee player varsity team graduate this year.
Junior Ashley Antoniak plays against Perry in the playoff game. (West Valley View photo by Jordan Christopher)
Brown to graduation, but still has a couple of key players returning. “We’ll have three-year players with Joi Harvey and Mikayla Sparks, so we’ll have a little bit of a nucleus, but we’ve got work to go, that’s for sure,”
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Wolves have strong outlook behind solid senior group By Casey Pritchard
Estrella Foothills’ boys basketball and averaged 10.9 points per game. team has found success under five-year He’s also a big threat from the outside, head coach Rich Gutwein. The Wolves making 68 three-pointers last year. “Nick was huge for us last year,” have made the state playoffs since he started, and appeared in the state Gutwein said. “He has battled back championship in 2016. With a large issues and sat out most of the summer. slate of returning, Estrella is poised to He seems to be physically better now and ready to go. His shot is starting to make another run at a state title. “I’ve really enjoyed working with come back around. I’m confident he’ll this group so far,” Gutwein said. be right there.” Parks came off the bench last year, “They’ve been working hard since June. This is the deepest team I’ve had but should have a bigger role on this year’s team. He averaged 3.0 points per in a long, long time.” Part of the depth comes from the class game last season. “He’s a quick player,” of five returning seniors, Gutwein said. “He’s three of whom saw significant minutes. Add to BASKETBALL strong and he really works hard in the weight room. that a transfer student, and players promoted from JV, and there are He has a nice physical presence to him. He’s a really active defender, he can options for Gutwein off the bench. “I think we’re legitimately nine deep,” hit the open three and his shooting has Gutwein said. “Typically, I love an eight- improved overall. He’s a scrappy kid man rotation, but I’d feel comfortable and a great teammate, and I expect him with nine right now, which is awesome.” to have a really good year.” Ratkus played in only nine games Estrella is led by Grant Greabell, who averaged 22.8 points per game last last year, but played well during the season. He’s a four-year varsity starter summer and will have a bigger role this season, Gutwein said. Pichardo, who is whom Gutwein called “outstanding.” “His leadership has been off the 6-foot-6, will also be in the rotation this charts,” Gutwein said. “His work ethic year, which adds much-needed size to is great. He’s playing at a really high a Wolves team whose tallest player last year was 6-3. level. He’s shooting it great.” “To say the least we were undersized,” Greabell has been a shooting guard. Now that Ricky Robinson graduated, Gutwein said. “It’s nice to have size, Greabell will see time at point guard but it’s more important to have size who can play, and I’m confident these this year. “I really like it,” Greabell said of guys can play.” Junior Shaun Wahlstrom is 6-8. playing point guard. “It’s pretty fun getting everyone involved, and I’m still He transferred from Verrado, after scoring myself. I think I’ve been more his father, football coach Derek of a facilitator over the summer. I had Wahlstrom, was hired. “Shaun Wahlstrom has been a great a few double-digit assist games. I think I’ve been working well there because I addition,” Gutwein said. “He is an have the ball more and I can do a little athletic big man who can shoot. It will bit more than when I was at (shooting be great to watch him progress in the program.” guard).” Some of the important bench players Gutwein admitted he was a little skeptical about putting Greabell at will be juniors Regan Jenkins, Nate the point, but liked the way he played Manzo and Dean Grant. “I just feel like we have guys who during summer competition. “He’s so unselfish,” Gutwein said. make our practices really competitive,” “He’s a great passer of the basketball. Gutwein said. “We have done a lot He runs a great fast break, and he’s more than maybe in years past the first always going to find a way to score. week and a half, because we have such He’s a selfless ballplayer who can get highly competitive practices.” Estrella starts the year in the us into our (offense) when we need to.” Nick Masi, Ben Parks, Daniel Sunnyslope Hoopsgiving Tournament Ratkus and Oscar Pichardo are the November 20. Gutwein said he thinks other seniors. Masi started last year it will be a good test.
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“Playing four games in a week is good, as far as finding out what you’ve got,” he said. “We will play a lot of guys and obviously playing great competition.” The Wolves should be fine, judging from past seasons. “I think you’re afforded the benefit of
running a challenging program when your kids buy in, and when they’ve seen the success over the last five years, you get that buy in,” Gutwein said. “I think that’s important, but at the same time, every year is its own entity, and so these guys need to take ownership of that.”
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CALENDAR Library at 495 E. Western Avenue, Avondale, holds an interactive program for kids interested in science, technology, engineering, art and math from 2 to 3 p.m. For information, call 623-333-2601.
9 a.m. to noon. Visitors can get library cards and check out and return books. For information, call 623-349-6300.
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.
Alateen
Teen Movies
Join other teens at the Buckeye Coyote Branch Library at 21699 W. Yuma Road at 4 p.m. as they hang out and watch The Emoji Movie. Snacks will be available for purchase. For information, call 623349-6300.
Digital Drop-In
Drop in between 1 and 2 p.m. to learn how to use tablets or e-readers and borrow library eBooks at Goodyear Branch Library, 14455 W. Van Buren Street. For information, call 602-652-3000.
Verrado Visionaries
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, extends to Estrella on the south and Tonopah on 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 news1@westvalleyview.com or faxed to 623-935-2103.
NOVEMBER
Wednesday
garten through second grade will begin at 5:30 p.m. at 300 N. Old Litchfield Road. For information, call 623-935-3411.
15 Children’s Community Choir
The Church at Litchfield Park offers a free music program for children in kindergarten through fifth grade. Grades three through five will start at 5 p.m. and kinder-
Thursday
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Help prepare children ages 2-3 for reading through music, books, games and more from 11:15 a.m. to noon at the Litchfield Park Branch Library, 101 W. Wigwam Boulevard. For information, call 602-652-3000.
United Way Storytime (Ages 0-6)
Adult Book Discussion
Cards & Games
Visit the fire station at the Goodyear Community Park at 3075 N. Litchfield Road to play games like Sequence, Rummikub, Mexican Train and more from 10 to 11:30 a.m. Snacks and water will be provided. Registration is required. For information, call 623-882-7525.
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Friday
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Let Unit 53 Auxiliary do the cooking during its drive-thru Fridays. Come down the American Legion Post 53 at 402 E. Narramore, Buckeye from 5 to 7 p.m. for a main dish, side and dessert. Meals are $6 for adults and $3 for children ages 10 and younger. Call 24 hours in advance to enjoy dining in or drive-thru orders. For information, call 623-693-8624.
Book and a Craft
Litchfield Park Branch Library invites K through second graders and their caregivers to an afternoon of stories and crafts from 3:30 to 4:15 p.m. at 101 W. Wigwam Boulevard. For information, call 602-652-3000.
Children can sing, listen to stories and craft at 1 p.m. at the Sam Garcia Western Avenue Library, 495 E. Western Avenue, Avondale. The first 25 children will receive a free book to take home. For information, call 623-333-2601.
Come & 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.
Stop by the Verrado Grille at 4242 N. Golf Drive, Buckeye, to join fellow businessmen in a new West Valley networking group at 7 a.m. each Wednesday. For information, call 623-640-6268.
The Christ Presbyterian Church at 925 N. Sarival Avenue, Goodyear, hosts a weekly Al-Anon meeting at 7 p.m. Alateen allows teens affected by someone else’s drinking to share experiences, learn effective ways to cope with obstacles and support the friends and families of alcoholics. For information, call 623-882-0721.
Stop by the Avondale Civic Center Library at 11350 Civic Center Drive to pick up and read a copy of In Cold Blood by Truman Capote before the library’s discussion at 1 p.m. 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
WEST VALLEY VIEW NEWS | NOVEMBER 15, 2017 and exercise on a hike from 10 a.m. Contemplative Prayer to noon at Skyline Regional Park, & Meditation 2600 N. Watson Road, Buckeye. St. Peter’s Episcopal Church at 400 For information, call 623-349-6350. Old Litchfield Road, Litchfield
Arts, Crafts, Small Business & Foodie Affair
Come down to the Phoenix Memorial Presbyterian Church at 4141 E. Thomas Road from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. for holiday shopping and crafts. There will also be raffle drawings for those who donate new socks to the Shoebox Ministries. For information, call 602-955-4270.
Family Lego Saturday
Litchfield Park Branch Library at 101 W. Wigwam Boulevard invites families to a creative morning of Lego building from 10:30 to 11:30 a.m. For information, call 602-652-3000.
Craft Show
Enjoy a craft sale with items including jewelry, knitted projects, hair bows, flower arrangements and more from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. at Cotton Lane Resort, 17506 W. Van Buren Street, Goodyear. For information, call 509-449-2442.
Buckeye Demolition Derby
Have a fun family night with demolition derby, lawn mower races and a kids’ zone at 5:30 p.m. at the Helzapoppin’ Rodeo Arena, 802 N. First Street. Tickets are $10 for adults, $5 for children and free for ages five and under. For information, visit buckeyeaz.gov/events.
Park, invites people desiring to deepen their meditation practice or try meditation for the first time to join them from 5 to 6 p.m. Sundays. All faiths are welcome. For information, call 623-935-3279.
November Arts in the Park Concert
Bring blankets and lawn chairs to a free live concert from 3 to 5 p.m. at the Wigwam, 300 Wigwam Boulevard, Litchfield Park. Concertgoers are encouraged to bring food and non-alcoholic beverages, and the Wigwam bar will be selling beverages during the show. For information, call 623-935-9040.
Monday
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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.
Soulful Expressions Open Mic Night (Ages 13+)
Texas Hold ’Em
Come down to the American Legion Post 53 at 402 E. Narramore Avenue, Buckeye, from 5 to 10 p.m. for Texas Hold ’Em. Games are held in the Hazelton Hall and have a $10 buy in. For information, call 623-327-0227.
Volunteering @ Your Library & Museum
Looking for a way to give back to the community? Pick up a volunteer application and come to the new volunteer orientation 4 p.m. at the Downtown Library, 310 N. Sixth Street, Buckeye. For information, call 623-349-6300.
Saturday
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Celebrate National Take a Hike Day by giving a kennel dog attention
The Avondale Civic Center Library at 11350 Civic Center Drive invites poets, comedians and musicians to share their art with others from 5 to 7 p.m. Arrive at 4:30 p.m. to sign up for a performance slot. For information, call 623-333-2602.
Saturday Storytime
Goodyear Branch Library at 14455 W. Van Buren Street invites families to a storytelling program complete with stories, songs, activities and a craft at 10:30 a.m. For information, call 602-651-3507.
Sunday
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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.
Ignite Yoga at Fitness in the Park
Fitness in the Park is a free workout program that provides a park where children can play while parents exercise. Monday will feature yogic postures, alignment and breathing from 6:30 to 7:30 p.m. at the Buckeye Sundance Park, 22865 W. Lower Buckeye Road. For information, call 623-349-6350.
Divorce Support Group
DivorceCare will meet from 6:30 to 8:30 p.m. Mondays at the Christ Presbyterian Church, 925 N. Sarival Avenue, Goodyear. The group hopes to empower divorced and separated people to discover hope and healing with videos, a workbook, a trained facilitator and group discussion. The workbook is $15, and scholarships are available. For information, call 909-241-2516.
Kids Support Group
DivorceCare for Kids (DC4K) will meet from 6:30 to 8:30 p.m. Mondays at the Christ Presbyterian Church, 925 N. Sarival Avenue, Goodyear. The program allows
WEST VALLEY VIEW NEWS | NOVEMBER 15, 2017 healing for children 5 through 12 Center, 14455 W. Van Buren Street. who are struggling with the pain For information, call 623-932-3910. of divorce and separation. Cost is $15, and scholarships are available. For information, call 909-241-2516.
Tuesday
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Babies & Books (Ages 0-2)
The Avondale Civic Center Library at 11350 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.
Goodyear City Council Regular Meeting
The Goodyear City Council meets at 6 p.m. in the Goodyear Justice
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The American Legion Post No. 61 hosts bingo each Tuesday night starting 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.
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.
CALENDAR PiYo at Fitness in the Park
Fitness in the Park is a free workout program that provides a park where children can play while parents exercise. Tuesday will feature Pilates and yoga from 6:30 to 7:30 p.m. at the Buckeye Sundance Park, 22865 W. Lower Buckeye Road. For information, call 623-349-6350.
Pot of Gold Auction
Tuesday’s auction will feature antiques, coins, firearms, art and more starting at 6 p.m. Join the auction at Pot of Gold Estate Liquidations at 215 E. Western Avenue, Avondale, or online at PotOfGoldEstate.com. For information, call 623-935-9907.
where children can play while parents exercise. Wednesday will feature a fast-paced workout with drumsticks from 6:30 to 7:30 p.m. at the Buckeye Sundance Park, 22865 W. Lower Buckeye Road. For information, call 623-349-6350.
Teen Volunteer Days (Ages 13-18)
Teens looking to meet new friends and volunteer for school credit can meet at the Avondale Civic Center Library’s Volunteer Days from 3 to 5 p.m. at 11350 Civic Center Drive. For information, call 623-333-2602.
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Fitness in the Park is a free workout program that provides a park
Computer Class
Meet at The Goddard School at 4320 N. School Hill Road, Buckeye, for a timed 10K, 5K or mile walk or run at 8:30 a.m. Race proceeds benefit the Supporting Early Education and Development scholarship program. Register online at seedincaz.org/events.
Master mouse skills, Microsoft Word, basic internet, eBooks and more at 6 p.m. at the Coyote Branch Library, 21699 W. Yuma Road, Buckeye. For information, call 623-349-6314.
Blood Drive
The American Red Cross is holding a blood drive from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. at Estrella Mountain Church, 10485 S. Estrella Parkway, Goodyear. Walk-ins are welcome, but appointments are available. For information, call 1-800-733-2767. 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.
TRICARE beneficiaries eligible for Medicare A and B are invited to a briefing to answer questions about the TFL program from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. at Luke AFB Base Theater, 14185 Falcon Street. For information, call 623-856-7586.
Wednesday
1:30 to 3 p.m. to join. For information, call 602-652-3000.
Preschoolers Storytime
TRICARE for Life (TFL)
Needle & Thread
The Bookmobile, a library on wheels, will be at 201 E. Centre Avenue, Buckeye, from 11 a.m. to
Verrado Turkey Trot
CrossFit Fury at Fitness in the Park
Fitness in the Park is a free workout program that provides a park where children can play while parents exercise. Thursday will feature cardio, weight lifting and core training from 6:30 to 7:30 p.m. at the Buckeye Sundance Park, 22865 W. Lower Buckeye Road. For information, call 623-349-6350.
Thursday
The Avondale Civic Center Library at 11350 Civic Center Drive invites adults to bring a coffee mug and materials to join fellow crafters for needlework, knitting and crocheting at 10 a.m. For information, call 623-333-2602.
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noon. Visitors can get library cards and check out and return books. For information, call 623-349-6300.
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Toddler Storytime
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
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.
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First Things First honors Buckeye library assistant By Juan Escobedo
Stacie Kopa is attempting to get the attention of 32 costumed children and caregivers as storytime starts at the Buckeye Public Library System. “If you can hear me touch your head!” said Kopa, a library assistant. They look up; mission accomplished. This is all in the day’s work for Kopa. Kopa was recently honored by First Things First as Southwest Maricopa’s 2017 Champion for Young Children for her efforts to raise awareness about the importance of early childhood development. “It was a huge honor and really unexpected so it blew my mind,” Kopa said. First Things First is an Arizona agency committed to supporting the development and learning of young children from birth to age 5. The award is given to local champions who actively volunteer their time to raise public awareness of the importance of early childhood development and health. Champions spend a significant amount of time volunteering with FTF and building public awareness about the importance of ear-
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ly childhood issues. A Peoria resident, Kopa leads weekly literacy programs; hosts annual sensory play events for young kids to play out loud; and facilitates the local Arizona Chapter of Storytime Underground, a professional development group for librarians. Kopa has been passionate about childhood development since she worked for an elementary school and became a mother herself. She realized, “there is much that can be done in those crucial early years before children reach school age.” “It gave me a whole new refreshed idea to the purpose of what I was doing with the programs and interacting with families,” Kopa said. “I am ultimately working in partnership with them (teachers) to have successful students down the line.” Kopa runs five programs a week including storytime and babytime. Storytime teaches school readiness and parent interaction. Babytime is for children through age 2, and focuses on
the parent-child interaction. “The important thing about those two programs is that it’s not just about the children,” she said. “It’s about the parents as well, like engaging them and giving them ideas to take home, and empowering them to use the things that we do here to help their children get ready for school,” Kopa said. There are five things that Kopa and the library try to focus on when they conduct the programs: reading, writing, singing, talking and playing. Kopa said they help with social emotional development, Recently honored by First Things First, Stacie Kopa fine motor skills and learning leads a song and dance during a morning Jitterbugs class at the Downtown Buckeye Library. (West Valley how to write and read. Her View photo by Jordan Christopher) goal is to raise awareness of job at letting families know it’s importthe available resources. “Free early childhood development ant to be active in a child’s life.” Kopa encourages members of the information, resources and activities are available to families and can help community to get involved by learning set children up for success while also about the “abundant resources that our encouraging their love of learning,” she community has to offer.” First Things First has many programs and resources said. First Things First spokeswoman Ofe- available to the community and “taklia Gonzalez said 90 percent of a child’s ing time to attend events at local libraries and family resource centers is also brain develops before the age of 5. “Parents don’t realize how fast their helpful,” she said. “I am very passionate that every child’s brain develops, and a lot of it child deserves the chance to be suchappens at home,” Gonzalez said. cessful and if I can be in any way a part She had kind words about Kopa. “She seems to be doing an awesome of that that’s huge to me,” Kopa said.
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Retired Avondale teacher finds second career in jewelry By Jessica Gonzalez
Retired elementary school teacher Foothills communities of Cave Creek, Nancy Uhlmann began making neck- Carefree and North Scottsdale. A Goodyear resident, Uhlmann laces as a child with shells, nuts and seeds she found along the banks of spends her days corresponding with contacts she’s acquired all over the Lake Michigan. After spending 28 years as a teach- world to find the best gemstones, beads and artifacts for her er, the last 10 of which work. She then takes were spent at Lattie these rare items and Coor and Michael turns them into neckAnderson elementary laces and earrings. schools in Avondale, One of her favorite Uhlmann turned her necklaces, called Pride passion for making and Glory, incorporates jewelry into a second a Bronze Age arrowcareer with her new head that dates back to company, Absolutely 500 BC. Unique LLC. “Every piece of jewHer latest work will elry I create is unique be available to the and has a story that public during Arizogoes with it,” Uhlmann na’s largest and lonsaid. “I never have a gest-running artist studio tour, Hidden in the Goodyear resident Nancy Uhl- plan when I sit down Hills. It takes place the mann will participate in the 21st to make my jewelHidden in the Hills Artist ry. I look at all of the last two weekends of annual Studio Tour during the last two November—Friday, weekends of November. (Photo matching pieces I have and wait for the muse November 17, to Sun- courtesy Sue Kern-Fleischer) to take over.” day, November 19, and One thing that sets Uhlmann’s work Friday, November 24, to Sunday, Noapart from that of other jewelry artists vember 26. A signature event of the nonprofit So- is her use of intricate, handmade clasps. “The clasp should be just as importnoran Arts League, this free, self-guided tour features 174 artists in 44 studio ant as the piece itself,” she said. Uhlmann will be a guest at Randy locations throughout the scenic Desert
Complete a ‘Pawsport’ at free event celebrating pets
By Christina Fuoco-Karasinski
Dress your four-legged friend in costume for a chance to win a prize at the 11th annual Wag & Tag Pet Expo at 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. Saturday, November 18, at Goodyear Community Park, 3151 N. Litchfield Road. The event and parking are free. Prizes will be awarded for the best pet costume; best pet smooch; best wiggle/waggle; best pet voice; and best dog trick. Attendees will be issued a “Pawsport” and are encouraged to visit various stations that will issue stamps. Completed “Pawsports” be eligible for a raffle at the end of the event. Booths and activities include:
• Pet service and accessories vendor booths • Veterinarians with pet health information • Microchip and vaccination stations • Police K9 demonstrations • Fun Interactive Agility Course Provided by Bark Busters • Face painting • Pet arts and crafts Sponsored by Bark Busters, Pet & Mac’s Pet Resort and Camp Bow Wow, Wag & Tag promotes pet health and celebrates the role pets play to enhance people’s lives. For more information, visit goodyearaz.gov/rec or call 623-882-7525.
Goodyear resident Nancy Uhlmann uses rare gemstones, beads and artifacts to create necklaces and earrings. (Photo courtesy Sue Kern-Fleischer)
Galloway’s Twisted Fire Studio No. 31 in Cave Creek during the artist studio tour. Now in its 21st year, Hidden in the Hills offers seasoned collectors and art enthusiasts a rare chance to observe artists at work in their private studios, which are open to the public from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. during the six-day tour. Each studio also has one or more guest
artists who will demonstrate how they create their art while displaying and selling their work. Hidden in the Hills Throughout Cave Creek, Carefree and North Scottsdale Free tickets 480-575-6624, hiddeninthehills.org
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PebbleRock breathes life into one-hit wonders
By Christina Fuoco-Karasinski
Drummer/vocalist Howard Brodbeck admits he feels badly about the success of his band PebbleRock. The West Valley mainstay regularly performs in front of standing-room-only crowds, leaving some fans out of luck until the next show. The city of Litchfield Park is hosting PebbleRock’s next gig— one with plenty of seating—from 3 to 5 p.m. Sunday, November 19, on The Wigwam’s front lawn. Admission is free. “This is the third or fourth year we’re playing The Wigwam,” Brodbeck said. “Last year we had about 1,000 people there. The Litchfield Park folks said it was the biggest crowd they had by far.” PebbleRock’s musicians, all of whom are in their mid-to-late 60s, specialize in classic rock, but Brodbeck narrows it down to one-hit wonders. A list of its songs can be found at pebblerockband. com. “We do a lot of songs that people don’t hear a lot, but they are very familiar with,” said Brodbeck, a retired engineer. “People who come to see us regularly are our age. We play mostly older stuff.
We figure our audience doesn’t really know the ’50s, but they know the ’60s and ’70s for sure. A lot of people our age, they don’t know the ’80s very well. Most of us were raising children.” The men have music in their blood. Gene Fioretti is a retired cardiologist who mans the keyboards and guitars. Lead guitarist/vocalist Robert Hover, a Coast Guard veteran, has played music for more than 50 years. A retired radiologist, Steve Jensen recently resumed playing the bass. They play from October through April. “I formed the band initially,” Brodbeck said. “I found Steve as a bass player. He and I went looking for guitar players. We found Robert at a guitar jam here in PebbleCreek. “I previously played guitar in an acoustic duo with Gene. He initially didn’t want to be in a rock ‘n’ roll band. We got the others together and he agreed to do it.” It’s been a whirlwind since then. “Our plan is to keep going as long as it’s fun, as long as our health is good and
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PebbleRock is, from left, drummer/vocalist Howard Brodbeck, keyboardist/guitarist Gene Fioretti, lead guitarist/vocalist Robert Hover and bassist Steve Jensen. (Photo courtesy PebbleRock)
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Desert Knights Band from 3 to 5 p.m. Sunday, February 11; Come Back Buddy from 4 to 6 p.m. Sunday, March 18; and Cold Shott and the Hurricane Horns from 7 to 9 p.m. Friday, April 6. For more details about Arts in the Park, call 623-935-9040 or visit litchfield-park.org.
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Community Health and Pet Expo GAIN Tolleson recently hosted the annual Community Health and Pet Expo/GAIN event at Veterans Park. The free event offered dozens of vendors, face painting, kids activities, dog races, a low-cost mobile vet clinic and an opportunity to meet local police and fire personnel. 1. Oscar Cadena, 3, of Tolleson, is unsure after meeting first responders; 2. Noelani Staudenmaier of Tolleson smiles with her 7-year-old Dachshund, Kona, after winning second place in the “Weiner Dog” race; 3. Caitlyn Rodriguez of Peoria smiles with her 9-year-old Dachshund, Katie, after winning first place in the “Weiner Dog” race; 4. Nala, a 3-year-old German Shepherd Husky mix, smiles with her owner, Timothy Staudenmaier, after winning first place in the “Big Dogs” race.; 5. Annalee Cadena, 8, of Tolleson, shows off her unique face paint; 6. Rosalie Alvarez, 2, left, and Teresa Sandoval, 7, of Tolleson, play with a small robot police car; 7. Chihuahua Hershel of Tolleson patrols the event.
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Saddle Mountain Unified School District psychologist Dr. Shane Hunt shows off his award to Dr. Samra Way and Lisa L. Persinger, both with the Arizona Association of School Psychologists. Hunt was awarded the organization’s psychologist of the year award. (Photo courtesy Saddle Mountain Unified School District)
Every year students are put to the test–literally. Assessment tests like AZ Merit or AIMS are used to test the students’ abilities after they learn about various subjects and strategies. At Palo Verde Elementary School, seven students earned 100 percent on their AZ Merit math test. The students are third graders Zoe Brown, Jeffray Caldwell, Chance Flippo and Jacob Gonzalez; fourth graders Fernanda Ruiz Hernandez and Sofia Villa Villareal; and sixth grader Alex Wilson. From left are Principal/Superintendent Robert Aldridge, Alex, Fernanda, Sofia, Jeffray, Chance, Zoe, Jacob and Vice Principal Sarah Morales. (Photo courtesy Palo Verde Elementary School)
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By Christina Fuoco-Karasinski Bales Elementary School eighthgrader Leonardo Perez was selected as one of 14 chief science officers from the state to be STEM advisers to Gov. Doug Ducey. The students will share their opinions on STEM education, water policy, workforce and economic development and health care in Arizona. “One of 14 out of more than 300 CSOs is a big opportunity and it is just really big for me,” Perez said. “My parents are really proud of me. They’re surprised, amazed and in awe.” Chief science officers (CSOs) are sixth to 12th grade students who are elected to be their school community’s liaison for STEM (science, technology, engineering and math) and innovation. The CSO program aims to elevate the popularity of STEM and empowers students to bring opportunities to their campus and be a respected Perez hopes to discuss transportation voice for STEM within their Leonardo and opportunities with Gov. Doug Ducey. (Photo communities. courtesy Buckeye Elementary School District) “Being in the program has been because there are a lot of programs out a great experience, not just for me but other CSOs, too,” he said. “We’ve there for training, but a lot of families been to so many places and have had struggle in getting a vehicle to get so many opportunities that I can get a there, so it’s really hard to get there,” career in this. That is what I am hoping he said. “I know he (Ducey) would really walk away with those facts and to do.” When Perez has the opportunity to the ideas we give him.” Perez and the other selected CSOs discuss his ideas with the governor, he are meeting with Ducey to share their will raise the topic of economic and ideas on Wednesday, November 15, workforce. “I hope he walks away with in the Executive Office Tower at the information about transportation, Arizona State Capital.
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Joan Doris Dart Joan Doris Dart, 84, of Goodyear, AZ passed away peacefully in the early afternoon of November 1, 2017. Joan was born in Nebraska City, NE. She was the oldest of six children born to Robert and Mabel Guilliatt. She graduated high school and met and married her first husband Donald L. Perkins. In 1957 they moved with their four children to So. California. She divorced in 1968 and in 1982 met Raymond Dart. They married and moved to Goodyear, AZ. Joan was awarded the Presidentʼs Volunteer Service Award by President Obama for her work with Sewing for Babies, The City of Goodyear Ballpark and G.A.I,N. and for fostering over fifty Foster Children. She was preceded in death by her husbands Donald L. Perkins and Raymond K. Dart and by her son Donald L. Perkins II and daughter Cheri D. Mendelson. She is survived by her daughters Caren (Steve) Bolinger and Cindi (Michael) Hunt, ten grandchildren and nine great grandchildren. Joan had a life-long passion for sewing and also enjoyed walking, dogs and camping. She was kind and loving and many called her a “great lady” because of all she did. She will be missed by many.
Joseph T. Alvarez, 27, of Phoenix, unexpectedly passed away October 28, 2017 in Goodyear. He is survived by his parents, Rosanna M. Alvarez (Andres G. Luna, Jr.) and Angel C. Alvarez; six siblings, Angel, Christopher, Athena, Dominic, Melissa, and Christina; his girlfriend, Bertha Barrios; his lifelong companion/pet, Bucket; twelve nieces and nephews who lovingly called him “Uncle Joe Joe”; as well as his grandmothers, Mildred Martinez and Eva Alvarez. He is preceded in death by his grandfathers, Joe Martinez and Albert Alvarez. Joseph had a strong love and commitment to family, friends, animals, and helping others. Visitation will be held on Wednesday, November 15, 2017 from 6:00pm to 8:00pm at Avenidas Funeral Chapel, funeral services will be held on Thursday, November 16, 2017 at Our Lady of Fatima with burial to follow at St. Francis Catholic Cemetery. Condolences may be made at Avenidasfuneral chapel.com
Lawrence N. Laine Lawence N. Laine passed away at Palm Valley Rehabilitation Care Center in Goodyear, AZ on Nov. 5th 2017 after a brief battle with a rare cancer. He was born on Oct. 30, 1942 in Aberdeen, WA to Elmer and Agnes Laine. He graduated from Ocosta High School, Westport, WA in 1961 and received an AA in Accounting from North Seattle Community College in 1976. He served in the US Air Force from 1962 to 1966 and served 2 of the 4 years overseas. He had achieved the rank of Sergeant by the time of his Honorable Discharge in 1968. Larry was preceded in death by his father and mother, his brother George and sister Marlene Trail. He is survived by his wife Valerie and son Shannon of Goodyear, AZ, his brother Kenneth Schick of Seattle, WA, sister Susan Jackson of Sacramento, CA and nephews in WA state and Denver, CO. A Memorial Service was held at Trinity Lutheran Church, November 11th 2017. Memorials may be made to the charity of your choice. Condolences can be left at www.ThompsonFuneralChapel.com.
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Cherrie Lynn McKee Shaw was born in Buckeye AZ to Joseph E McKee and Novella M Powers McKee on April 1, 1960. She was preceded in death by Joseph E McKee 2013 father, grandparents Robert L Powers and Frieda J Powers, Ora J McKee & Charity b McKee, father in law Jim Shaw, brother in law Richard Martinelli & Niece Angela Martinelli Warner. Survived by son Joshua Shaw & wife Rosemary son Jeremy Shaw. Also survived by Mother Novella McKee, & Mother in law Donavee Shaw, sister Gloria McKee Skaggs, brother in law Eddie Skaggs sister Cindey McKee Martinelli. Cherrie has four Grandchildren Joshua Jr., Allyssa, Angelica & Nicky. Cherrie has nieces and nephews Todd & Angie Skaggs, Justin and Keri Skaggs, Stephen and Nicole Martinelli, Trevor and Jennifer Skaggs, and Alisha Martinelli. Cherrie went home to be with Her Lord Jesus on October 31, 2017 in Abrazo Hospital in Avondale with her family at her bedside.
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Cruz M. Lizarraga Cruz M. Lizarraga, age 65, of Orrville, OH, went home to be with the Lord and his wife on Wednesday, November 8, 2017, at LifeCare Hospice in Wooster, following a period of declining health. Cruz was born on May 3, 1952, in Tolleson, to the late Rafael and Anita (Moreno) Lizarraga. He married Deborah Ann Edds on August 17, 1976, at the Rittman Church of Christ. Deborah passed away on March 29, 2005. He worked as a meat cutter for Giant Eagle in Wadsworth, Fairlawn and Barberton for 29 years, retiring in April 1, 2017. Cruz was a member and evangelist for The Church in Creston. He enjoyed his work as an evangelist, going for drives, and spending time with his family. He especially loved his time with his grandchildren. Surviving are nine sons, Roman (Melinda) Lizarraga of Doylestown, Santiago (Renae) Lizarraga of Orrville, Xavier Lizarraga of Wadsworth, Cruz B. (Caitlin) Lizarraga of Congress, Sergio Lizarraga of Orrville, Andres (Brittany) Lizarraga of Doylestown, Elias Lizarraga of Orrville, Jeremias (Roanda) Lizarraga of Wadsworth, and Aaron Lizarraga of Rittman; two daughters, Deborah "Hannah" Lizarraga, and Raquel Lizarraga, both of Orrville; two brothers, Luis (Nancy) Lizarraga of Avondale, and Larry (Olga) Lizarraga of Tolleson; four sisters, Vera Mendoza of Tolleson, Virginia (Fernando) Castillo of Phoenix, AZ, Mary (Mario) Zaragosa of Avondale, and Ernestina Beruman of Avondale; inlaws, G. Clifford and Patricia Edds of Rittman; and 22 grandchildren. In addition to his wife and parents, he was preceded in death by his son, Gabriel Lizzaraga; and brother, Rafeal Liza rraga. Services will be held at 11:00 AM on Saturday, November 11, 2017, at Trinity United Methodist Church, 1556 Rex Drive, Orrville. Burial will take place at Mt. Zion Cemetery in Sterling. Friends may call on Saturday at the church from 9:30 am to 11:00 am prior to the service. Auble Funeral Home in Orrville is handling the arrangements. Online registry and expressions of condolence may be made at the funeral home's web site at www.aublefuneralhome.com. Memorials may be made to defray funeral costs c/o Auble Funeral Home, 512 East Oak Street, Orrville, OH, 44667.
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David Vickers David Vickers passed away suddenly October 27, 2017. He was an amazing man loved and respected by many. He was very intelligent and mastered anything he set his mind to such as flying ultralights, refinishing cars, Harley's, target shooting to name a few. He had a heart of gold and was always willing to help family, friends and neighbors in any way he could. He was a Vietnam Army Veteran and was proud to serve. David retired from Parker Air & Fuel Division in 2004 as Supervisor of Manufacturing Engineering. David is survived by daughters Lenay Hughes and Denise Vickers-Covarrubias. He also had a son David Vickers who preceded him in death in 1992. Two brothers John Undiano and Paul Undiano and one sister Mary Undiano. His sisters Laura Vickers, Julia Shaw and Diana Undiano preceded him in death. David had 9 grand children one of who preceded him, Damion Vickers and 5 great grand children. His life was celebrated on November 13, 2017 at Greer mortuary and at the VA cemetery.
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John Ambrose Dean, age 85, passed away peacefully in his sleep on Tuesday, October 17, 2017 in Buckeye, Ari zona. He was born in Watertown, New York on December 19, 1931 to Charles and Myrtle Dean. He attended parochial schools in the Watertown area. After marrying his wife, Mary Ellen, in 1960, he moved to California and worked as a supervisor at Associated Springs Corp. for 32 years. John loved to fish and travel in his motorhome. John is survived by his devoted wife, Mary Ellen; his five daughters, Diana Lou, Debra Lee, Alicia Ellen, Jeanine Louise and Annette Ruth; his 16 grandchildren and 21 great grandchildren. John will be dearly missed, and he will remain in our hearts forever.
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AIR CONDITIONING Minuteman Home Ser vices
HEATING/ AIR CONDITIONING Same Day Service Guaranteed 24/7 FREE Service Call with Repairs
10% OFF
any total work performed $
29.95
Seasonal Tune Up (reg. $99)
up to $2,800 in rebates and discounts Financing for as little as $69/month
minutemanhomeservices.com ROC 242804, 257474, 290005 APS/SRP Certified Contractor BBB A+ • Licensed, bonded, and fully insured for your protection. Code T12
480-755-5818
CARPET CLEANING/ REPAIR
COOPER’S CARPET .. CLEANING Tile AND GROUT 623-872-8552
30 Years Experience Owner – Operator
CLEANING
Carpet, Tile-Grout, & Air Duct Cleaning
Commercial & Residential Housecleaning
FREE ESTIMATES
www.pnponecarecleaning.com
ELECTRICAL
ELECTRICAL Same Day Service Guaranteed 24/7 FREE Service Call with Repairs
10% OFF
Licensed/Bonded/Insured
ANYTHING ELECTRICAL:
602.550.7732
Desert Rose • Garage Coating
TAX & ACCOUNTING
Epoxy Polyurethane or Fleck $2.59/sq. ft. •Simulated Cool Deck •Flagstone
Meduna, CPA 623-535-8500
ROC Lic. #K-09 149540 • Insured • References Available
Office 623-872-7622
any total work performed
Get your business accounting & income taxes in order now!
30+ Years Serving The Valley!
COMMERCIAL AND RESIDENTIAL CONCRETE DEMOLITION & PLACEMENT SPECIALTY CONCRETE FREE ESTIMATES
Call Today/Clean Today
CONCRETE COATINGS
Indian School & Dysart
PATIOS, WALKWAYS, DRIVEWAYS, RV PARKING
Minuteman Home Ser vices
ACCOUNTING
QUICKBOOKS help
CONCRETE / MASONRY
623-853-9051
www.thedesertrose.com Res. and Com. Roc203136 • Bonded/Insured
• Troubleshooting experts • Panel upgrade, breaker replacement • Outlets, Lighting & Ceiling fans
minutemanhomeservices.com ROC 242804, 257474, 290005 APS/SRP Certified Contractor BBB A+ • Licensed, bonded, and fully insured for your protection. Code T13
480-755-5818
APPLIANCE SERVICES
GABRIEL’S APPLIANCE PARTS & SERVICE
ESTABLISHED IN 2006 Providing service to people, not just machines.
Parts & Repairs for most major brands. MAJOR APPLIANCES REPAIRED IN HOME Washers • Dryers • Dishwashers • Refrigerators • Ranges SMALL APPLIANCES & VACUUMS REPAIRED IN STORE including Oreck & Kirby
(623) 535-9611
303 W. Van Buren St. Ste. 105 • Avondale, AZ 85323 gabrielsapplianceservice@hotmail.com
CARPET CLEANING/ REPAIR
CARPET REPAIR Over 25 Years of Quality Service West Valley Resident
Repair of Pet Damage Re-Stretching • Patching Tile Edge Finishing
NO JOB TOO SMALL Call Jerry Family Owned & Operated
623-242-1578 Not a licensed contractor
We Accept Cash, Check, Bitcoin
Early Holiday Deadlines: November 22nd Edition: Classifieds Nov 14th 5pm Obits/Legals Nov 13th 5pm
November 29th Edition: Classifieds Nov 21st 10am Obits/Legals Nov 20th 5pm
480-898-6465 class@timespublications.com
CLASSIFIEDS
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623.535.VIEW AIR CONDITIONING
WEST VALLEY BUSINESS GARAGE DOOR/ SERVICES
HANDYMAN
LANDSCAPING
LANDSCAPING
Los Felix Lawn Service Licensed • Bonded • Insured
*FREE SECOND OPINIONS *EMERGENCY SERVICE *ALL MAKES & MODELS **FREE QUOTES ON NEW EQUIPMENT** “FINANCING AVAILABLE” FAMILY OWNED & OPERATED WESTSIDE BUSINESS LICENSED ROC#313262-BONDED-INSURED “World Class Service - Hometown Feel”
www.airNOWac.com A+
623-932-1674 REPAIR-SERVICE-UPGRADE
GARAGE DOOR/ SERVICES
ELECTRICAL
SUPERCHARGED ELECTRIC
Ceiling Fans Troubleshooting/ Inspection Repairs Remodels/Additions
623-546-7714
Family - Owned and Operated LICENSED ROC#181530 BONDED • INSURED www.superchargedelectric.com
Garage Doors
Repair • Service • Installation Family Owned & Operated
ROC# 299652
GARAGE DOOR/ SERVICES
Licensed, Bonded & Insured ROC #289066
with approved glass replacement by your insurance New Windshield Replacement starting at
HANDYMAN
Bonded • Insured • Licensed AvondaleGarageDoors.com ROC#198687
623.466.3712
GLASS SERVICES
Mention this ad: Buy One Window Replacement Get the Second -1/2 OFF* Residential • Commercial Family Owned & Operated In Arizona Since 1977 www.demersglass.com
(623) 878-1180
*Equal or lesser value of materials ONLY
Local/Family Owned One Call Can Fix It All!
Plumbing & HVAC Water Heaters • Faucets Toilets • Filtration & R.O. Drywall • Painting/Texture Electrical • Fans • Lighting Pool Repairs/Svc • Landscape Plus Much More! 20 Years Experience Free Estimates
623-299-7111 www.ampmhomeservices.com Insured Not a licensed contractor
ROC# CR65 090690D
HANDYMAN
LANDSCAPING Landscape
LANDSCAPING
FLATIRON
Mike’s Lawn Service LLC
ROC#202397 ROC#219652
Weekly Year Round Service! No job too big or too small
References Available
Estimate Today! Best Prices! Tree Trimming • Removals Stump Grinding • Cleanups We Do Everything
623-444-0056 Irrigation Replace & Repair Leaks, Bad Valves or Just a Tune Up Fully insured. We carry work insurance on all employees
“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
602-635-0011
www.acompassionatehomecare.com
LANDSCAPING
PAINTING
Minnesota Ethics in an Arizona Economy
Landscape Maintenance Services
602-931-0904
Not a licensed contractor
MEDICAL SERVICES
DEL
Licensed, Bonded, Insured • ROC 209166
Serving the West Valley Since 1990
LANDSCAPING
623.910.0742
* Irrigation system and repairs (Valves, drip, timers, & sprinklers) * Pavers * Artificial grass * Malibu lights * Maintenance, general clean-ups & hauling * House painting, interior & exterior AND MUCH MORE. CALL FOR FREE ESTIMATE.
Tree Trimming •Mowing & Edging Sprinkler Systems - Install & Repair Landscape Renovations General Clean Up • Weed Control Lighting • Concrete • Pavers Plant & Tree Installation
Mike (623) 764-1294
VISTA
•No Job Too Small • Free Estimates
• • • • • •
623-670-0080
602.301.3429
HOME REPAIR L.L.C.
DESIGN
www.flatironlandscaping.com
HANDYMAN I AM
(Call/Text)
(602)460-7100
Not a licensed contractor
LANDSCAPING
Custom Landscaping & Hardscaping • Pavers • Synthetic Grass • Putting Greens • Concrete • Fireplaces• BBQ • Retaining Walls • Curbing • Sprinkler Installation & Repair • Tree & Plant Installation Licensed • Bonded • Insured FREE ESTIMATES
LOW PRICES!
Armando Felix
Antonio or Laura 623.206.3403
&
Fix & Replace Garage Doors & Openers
Pavers • Brick & Block Walls Flower Beds • Mowing General Clean Up Tree Trimming • Sprinklers Drip Lines New Installation & Repair
Mowing & Hedging Tree Trimming Weed Removal/Spray Sprinkler/Drip Repair One-Time Cleanup or Regular Maintenance
LANDSCAPING
Showroom & Parts Store
Insured & Bonded ROC#230926
SOL
LANDSCAPE Maintenance Irrigation Install & Repairs Synthetic Grass Pavers Outdoor Lighting Arbor Care/Cleanups
Saunders Painting Drywall Repair/Texture Matching Acoustic Ceiling Removal Cabinets’ & Power Washing
Interior & Exterior
FREE ESTIMATES
Jeff R. Saunders
623-266-9798 602-826-3969
Weekly, Biweekly, Monthly & Quarterly
vistadelsollandscape@q.com
Not a licensed contractor
Uriel 623-297-0114
Credit Cards Accepted ROC Lic. #143502 & Bonded
HANDYMAN
LANDSCAPING
LANDSCAPING
PAINTING
Professional Handyman
Arroyo Springs Landscape LLC
Landscape Corporation
Abracadabra
BRANDENBURG PAINTING
HandymanIam@cox.net
Residential & Commercial, Big Properties
Free Estimates
All Insurance Accepted
623-337-3352
480-229-5925
• Home & RV • Honey-Do Lists Repairs • Any Task • Landscaping Considered If I’m not working for you, you are losing money! NO JOB TOO SMALL • FREE ESTIMATES SATISFACTION GUARANTEED!
432 N. Litchfield Rd. Unit 300
Over 25 Years Construction Experience
18503 W. Van Buren St. • Goodyear, AZ 85338 www.avondaleautoglass.com
Repairs & Maintenance from A to Z
Avondale Garage Doors Inc.
Same Day Service & Free Estimates
GET UP TO $150 CASH BACK OR FREE WINDOW TINT 100
623-512-6194
623.556.8378
AUTO GLASS
$
New Doors & Openers Sales/Service/Installations/Repairs
Don’t let your broken panes... Break your bank!!!
FOR ALL YOUR ELECTRICAL NEEDS COMMERCIAL & RESIDENTIAL
Indoor/Outdoor Lighting Spa Circuits Panel Replacement/ Upgrade
Broken Springs Replaced
T H E H A N DYM E N
WHY PAY MORE? Mike 714-742-4527 Not a licensed contractor
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
• We install it all • Irrigation, Plants, Grass • Concrete & Pavers • Fireplace, Pergola, BBQ • Artificial Turf We design landscapes that use very little water and requires low maintenance.
www.abracadabralandscape.com
623-594-2773
Residential & Commercial Contractor • ROC 200780
Mobile
Interior & Exterior Bonded & Insured ROC #123818
Free Estimates
623-972-9150 623-695-3390
Bob
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& SERVICE DIRECTORY We’re on A-CALL A-CALL aa cacallllreawawonayaylyly PAINTING
PLUMBING
We’Wree’ only a call away !
HOA REPAINT REPAINT SPECIALIST HOA SPECIALIST HOA REPAINT SPECIALIST ROC#302675 • Fully ROC#302675 • Fully Insured Insured jppaintpros445@gmail.com jppaintpros445@gmail.com
Free Estimates Jack Pacheco Jack Pacheco
602-422-3648 602-422-3648 PAINTING
ERIC SAUNDERS
BRUSH STROKE PAINTING
POWER WASH • WINDOW CLEANING • CABINETS DRYWALL REPAIR • ACOUSTIC CEILINGS BRUSH/ROLL/SPRAY • INTERIOR/EXTERIOR brushstrokepaintingllc@gmail.com
MOBILE:
602-722-7696
Licensed, Bonded & Insured
ROOFING
Minuteman Home Ser vices All Plumbing Repairs
29 SERVICE CALL
$
with Plumbing Inspection
Senior & Military Discounts
623-299-2637 Licensed • Bonded • Insured ROC#216918 • 216982
PLUMBING Same Day Service Guaranteed 24/7 FREE Service Call with Repairs
10% OFF
any total work performed ANYTHING PLUMBING
PLUMBING
HAMILTON & HAMILTON Plumbing & Drain Cleaning
FREE ESTIMATES
PLUMBING
24 Hr. Service Plumbing Service & Repair Sewer & Drain Cleaning Free Estimates Free Plumbing Inspection
623-322-9100
AZ MAD
All Types of Roofing
FREE
• Leaks
• Garbage disposal • Bathrooms
ESTIMATES!!!!!
minutemanhomeservices.com ROC 242804, 257474, 290005 APS/SRP Certified Contractor BBB A+ • Licensed, bonded, and fully insured for your protection. Code T14
602-743-3175 www.almeidaroofing.com Licensed • Bonded • Insured ROC # 215758
PIGEON CONTROL
PLUMBING
POOL SERVICES
ROOFING
PIGEON REMOVAL
1 Buckeye Plumbing Valley Wide Service
TRIPLE WE DO IT ALL!
AZ’s Best Roofing
Solar Panel Bird Fencing High Pressure Cleaning Solar Panel Cleaning Insured/Work Guaranteed (623) 547-4618
• Water Heaters • Slab Leaks
From a drip to a repipe Your West Valley Plumber Residential/Commercial
Sr & Military A+ Discount www.1buckeyeplumbing.com
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
WWW.GOTPIGEONSAZ.COM
Licensed • Bonded • Insured • ROC Lic #138051
Built Stronger to Last Longer
PEST CONTROL
PLUMBING
REMODELING
The Bug Stops Here
100% Satisfaction Guaranteed
L&M
If Your Water Won’t Flow or Your Air Won’t Blow...Call...
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
PLUMBING
MIKE MORAN PLUMBING LLC
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
www.fastflowplumbingandair.com Water Heater • Water Treatments Faucets/Toilets • Leak locating Drain Cleaning • Heating Air Conditioning • Air Purification Gas Pipe Repairs & Installation
6500
$
24 hour Service (No Extra $)
Senior & Military Discounts
Drain Cleaning with Guarantee Water Heaters Installed starting at $
695
FREE ESTIMATES
Family Locally Owned & Operated 20 Years Experience Complimentary Plumbing Inspection with Any Repair
623-299-7111 Licensed • Bonded • Insured 234804 & 234805
All Types of Roofs New Roofs All Repairs & Coatings Total Rubber Roof Systems Same Day Service All Work Guaranteed Residential & Commercial
FREE Estimates
& Design Studio 15% OFF
(623) 582-4477
www.yoursoncontracting.com Licensed •Bonded • Insured • ROC#223524
REMODELING
Mel White Ent., Inc. • Remodeling • Kitchens • Bathrooms • Additions • New construction • Residential or commercial
(602)291-1801
LICENSED, BONDED, INSURED • REFERENCES • ROC 121414
Why Settle With the Rest When You Have The Best!
Monsoon Specials Accepting all major credit cards. Licensed & Insured
623-522-9322 ROC#286561
NO EXTRA $$$ FOR AFTER RS, WEEKENDHSOU HOLIDAYS!OR
623-535-8000
Same Day Service
24 HR. EMERGENCY SERVICE
• Water heaters
480-755-5818
623-386-0710
AIR CONDITIONING
Almeida Roofing Inc. Heating & Cooling
Licensed • Bonded • Insured ROC 229722 • PORA & HOA Gold Member
ROC Lic. #170982
AS LOW AS $45 PER ISSUE ASK US HOW!
Inc.
PAINTING
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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! ROOFING
STORAGE
602-622-2859 623-936-5775
Insulated concrete sheds that double as a safe house
We raise the roof with our quality, service and value!
All types of roofing! Re-Roofs New Roofs • Repairs
FREE ESTIMATES!
26 Years Experience in the Valley! ROC Lic. #133241 • Bonded • Insured
$
beginning at
5,200 for 9'x13'
Customizable. Installed in one day. Built within HOA regulations. Contact Castle Rock Homes
623.935.5004
ROOFING
TREE SERVICES
Estrella Custom Designs
Lawn Care
ROC#273001 • 0 STRIKES • INSURED & BONDED
New Roofs & Reroofs
Repairs, Coatings, Walk Decks Home New Build or Renovate Additions Garages Patios
Kitchens Concrete Flooring
Painting & More
• Tree Trimming
• Weed Removal/Spray • One-Time Cleanup
FREE ESTIMATES
623-293-2648
Specializing in LARGE TREE TRIMMING Antonio or Laura 623.206.3403
STORAGE
UPHOLSTERY
35 Years Experience in the Valley
EstrellaCustomDesigns.com
Rainbow Storage Truck, RV & Boat Storage 4 Acres Gated • Locked
Wayne Karstetter Cell: 208-481-2000 7331 S. Rainbow Rd. Buckeye, AZ 85326
FREE Estimates
Commercial & Residential Expert Custom Upholstery Since 1976
DAVID’S UPHOLSTERY (623)
872-3047
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LOWEST TAXES LOWEST PRICES IN THE VALLEY
BLACK FRIDAY SNEAK PEAK! New Ford Offers Start Friday, November 17th
2017 FORD F-150s Starting at $
Stock# 17562
20,996 **
OR
0 % for 72 mo + $ 2,000 cash*
2017 FORD MUSTANGs Starting at $
Stock# 17230
21,996 **
OR
0 % for 72 mo + 2,000 cash* $
THE DIESEL
WORKS
®
77.77*
$
DIESEL OIL CHANGE & FILTER • TIRE ROTATION AND PRESSURE CHECK • BRAKE INSPECTION • MULTI-POINT INSPECTION • FLUID TOP-OFF • BATTERY TEST • FILTER CHECK • BELTS AND HOSES CHECK *Up to 14 quarts of Motorcraft® oil and Motorcraft or Omnicraft™ oil filter. Taxes, disposal fees extra. Hybrid battery test excluded. See Service Advisor for exclusions and details. Offer valid with coupon. Expires 11/21/17
Certified Pre-Owned TRUCK SPECIALS! *2003 FORD RANGER
2017 FORD EDGEs
4,977 *2007 FORD SPORT TRACK $ #17152A Leather, Limited Pkg, Tons of options ................................................................ 11,977 *2001 FORD F-250 CREW 4x4 $ #17347B Super nice!!! Low, low miles ............................................................................. 14,777 *2010 FORD F-150 CREW $ #18015A Excellent cond, 1 owner .................................................................................... 14,877 *2007 CHEVY AVALANCHE LTZ $ #T7543A Low, low miles, well equipped........................................................................... 15,977 *2007 CADILLAC ESCALADE EXT $ #17327A AWD, Nav, leather, much more! .......................................................................... 17,477 *2015 FORD F-250 4x4 $ #P7323 One owner, clean ................................................................................................. 18,977 *2010 FORD F-150 CREW 4x4 $ #17606B Low miles, custom wheels & tires ................................................................................ 19,977 *2013 GMC SIERRA CREW $ #17561B Low miles, leather, 20” wheels, more................................................................. 23,977 *2016 FORD F-150 CREW XLT $ #T7514 1 owner, like new ................................................................................................ 25,877 #17538B Very clean, 1 owner, AZ truck ................................................................................
$
Starting at $
Stock# 17655
23,996 **
OR
0 % for 72 mo + $ 2,000 cash*
2017 FORD FUSIONs FUSION s
Starting at $
Stock# 17092
16,996 **
OR
0 % for 72 mo + $ 2,000 cash*
LIFETIME POWERTRAIN INCLUDED* *2016 GMC CANYON CREW SLE
25,977 $ #P7593 Tow, premium wheels, camera rear, more ........................................................... 26,477 *2014 FORD F-150 CREW 4x4 XLT $ #17651A Eco boost, 20” wheels, 1 owner, local trade....................................................... 27,577 *2014 RAM 1500 CREW $ #P7535 20” wheels, tow, 1 owner & more ....................................................................... 27,877 *2013 FORD F-150 CREW LARIAT $ #T7579 Nav, 20” wheels, 6.2L, AZ truck............................................................................ 28,977 *2011 RAM 1500 CREW $ #T7580 Only 89K miles, excellent condition ..................................................................... 30,777 *2016 TOYOTA TACOMA TRD OFF ROAD $ #T7615 Super nice!!! Nav, off road tires, Prem Pkg .................................................................. 30,977 *2015 FORD F-150 CREW 4x4 XLT $ #18017 4” Lift, 20” wheels, 1 owner, like new! 17K miles................................................. 32,877 *2016 TOYOTA TACOMA TRD OFF ROAD 4x4 $ #17656A 1 owner, low miles, Nav & more ...................................................................................... 32,977 *2017 GMC SIERRA 1500 4x4 SLE $ #7537 Only 4,200 miles, 20”wheels..................................................................................... 35,977 #P7557 1 owner, like new, very well equipped ................................................................
*2016 CHEVY COLORADO CREW LT
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 Company and includes Military Rebate #36120. *Must Qualify and Finance through Ford Motor Credit Company. All prices do not include tax, title, license, $349.00 doc fee or any dealer add-ons. See dealer for details. Offers expire 11/24/17 unless otherwise noted.
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