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December 12, 2018
Group leads effort to preserve nature in Buckeye By Carrie Snider
Imagine what Buckeye will look like in 20 to 30 years. The city, which covers over 600 square miles, has already grown 15.6 percent since 2010 and is projected to grow to more than 300,000 people by 2040, according to growbuckeye.com. Certainly, people are attracted to this part of the Valley because of its natural beauty. The very nature that brings families here is in jeopardy, though, unless everyone works together with an innovative approach for how to balance population growth with nature. That’s exactly why the White Tank Mountains Conservancy (WTMC) was formed in 2014 and has been working rapidly to bring key people together to collaborate before too much growth happens. The WTMC is working with the city of Buckeye, ASU, Arizona Fish & Game, area land owners and developers, and many others who want to see Buckeye grow while preserving the local animal life, flora and fauna of the regional mountains that so many enjoy. WTMC co-founder and executive director Les Meyers loves nature and has spent a lot of time at the White Tank Mountains, but he also has a background in real estate development and sees the opportunity of much undeveloped land in Buckeye.
Les Meyers, co-founder and executive director of the White Tank Mountains Conservancy, is heading up a collaboration to preserve the unique beauty and ecosystem of the White Tank Mountains area as more people move to Buckeye. (West Valley View photo by Carrie Snider)
“Buyers want to be out here,” he said. “How do we make sure the natural beauty doesn’t die?”
As he and others of the WTMC have
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Family: Litchfield Marine missing near Japan By Christina Fuoco-Karasinski
A Litchfield Park native is among the U.S. Marines missing after a fighter jet collided with an aerial-refueling tanker midair 200 miles off the coast of Japan around 2 a.m. December 6. Rosa Bennett said she was informed her son, Staff Sgt. Maximo A. Flores, 27, was involved in the incident. Via email, the Marines would not confirm Flores’ status to the West Valley View.
Bennett said her son loads cargo and fuels aircraft during flights. His wife, Rebecca, lives in Japan, and Bennett was slated to join her December 10. Two Marines have been found; one in fair condition and the other deceased, the latter of whom was identified as the fighter jet pilot, Capt. Jahmar F. Resilard, 28. The other’s name has not been released. Five others are missing as of December 10.
The search-and-rescue operations continue for the remaining U.S. Marines who were aboard the KC-130 Hercules and F/A-18 Hornet, which were conducting routine training and aerial refueling when the mishap occurred, according to the U.S. Marines press office. The incident is under investigation. “He was an outstanding Marine,” said
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WEST VALLEY VIEW NEWS | DECEMBER 12, 2018
Volunteers bring Christmas joy to 16K kids overseas By West Valley View staff
West Valley-area volunteers created 16,500 gift-filled shoeboxes for children around the world for Samaritan’s Purse’s Operation Christmas Child. These gifts will be delivered to children affected by war, disease, disaster, poverty and famine. Although drop-off locations have closed, there is still time to share hope and love with children overseas by visiting samaritanspurse.org.
Nature...continued from page 1 discovered, it all lies within how nature already uses the area, including specific corridors. Corridors are the migration and nonmigration trails animals take, typically along washes or other water. These corridors are located between mountains that stretch east to White Tank, west to Blemont and Bighorn, and north to Vulture and Hieroglyphic. Animals like mountain lions, ja-
Folks can also purchase a $25 gift card for a family member or friend to pack a shoebox with Operation Christmas Child. These shoeboxes – filled with fun toys, school supplies and hygiene items – are delivered to children in some of the hardest-toreach countries around the world. For more information on how to participate in Operation Christmas Child, call 813-787-8604, or visit samaritanspurse.org/occ. Operation Christmas Child is a
project of Samaritan’s Purse, an international Christian relief and evangelism organization headed by Franklin Graham.
velinas, mule deers and birds – and along with them their droppings containing precious plant seeds – are all part of the precious ecosystem of the natural beauty of the area. “The corridors are the life blood,” Meyers said. Unfortunately, Valley residents can look to Camelback and South Mountain as cautionary examples of what can happen when development blocks nature’s corridors, he explained. The WTMC is identifying key cor-
ridors in the Buckeye area, and then determining how human growth can happen while allowing animals to migrate as they always have. They have already sought the help of ASU to study the science behind how it all fits together. So, why not just move the animals somewhere else to make development similar? What some don’t realize is nature already has the best plan in place. In fact, trying to preserve nature after humans have already impeded on it can be an expensive venture. “We don’t do anything as well as nature does it,” said Anita Hagy Ferguson, Ph.D. candidate in environmental social science at ASU and senior consultant for WTMC. Buckeye residents are already behind corridor protection. When the city’s general plan update was put to public vote, with goals to sustain
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wildlife connectivity, 77 percent voted in favor. What the WTMC is doing is quite innovative. They aren’t coming up with a plan and telling the city or developers what to do. Meyers said that was not what they were about, and they knew it wouldn’t be effective. Instead, they moved forward in a collaborative effort with different private and public groups, so they can all learn and grow in this together. Another thing the WTMC is undertaking is a massive fundraising effort to help make this a reality. A recent $10,000 grant from the APS Community Fund will build WTMC’s capacity for data gathering and community education. WTMC, in collaboration with the Central Arizona Conservation Alliance, hosts workshops and talks to help educate Arizona residents on the value of wildlife connectivity. This effort will help shape what Buckeye will look like in the next 20 to 30 years, and along with it the region’s natural preserves. What they achieve can also be a model for other areas to follow. “We want to change the way conservation is done,” Meyers said. “We have a unique opportunity with this land. We are leaving a legacy for future generations.” Justin Williams, interpretive ranger at White Tank Mountains Regional Park, helps train WTMC volunteers and sees a lot of value in what the group is doing. “I wish all of the regional parks had conservancy groups,” he said. The WTMC has a network of over 100 volunteers to get the word out and educate. Those interested in being part of the effort can learn more at wtmconservancy.org/volunteer.
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his father, Maximo Flores of Youngtown. “He was very successful. He made rank quickly. His wife is a beautiful Christian and he likes to play video games. “The years I got to raise him, I pushed the Marine Corps on him. When he joined, he completed my legacy. I thought I could die in peace. I think he loved the Corps more than I did. Now it’s my fault he passed away.” Bennett called her son “easy going” and a great brother to her other children, Benny Joe Duarte; Lorraine Duarte; Stephanie Galvon; Tammy Galvon; Ava Bennett; Reyna Flores; Marcus Bennett and Brandy Bennett. “We’re hopeful,” added his sister, Lorraine Duarte of Litchfield Park. “The waters are horrible. The waves are rough. This has been a rollercoaster. “I have to stay away from social media. I can’t face it. I’m in disbelief. He was my baby brother. This is his dream job. I just want to wake up from this bad nightmare.” Duarte called him the “rock” of the family. “He was the best brother anybody could ask for – silly, funny, smart and loving.” Flores grew up in Litchfield Park, attending the city’s Scott L. Libby Elementary School, and Western Sky Junior High School in Goodyear. He decided to attend Valley Vista High School in Surprise, and was in its first four-year graduating class in 2010, his dad said. He immediately enlisted in the Marines. “He was the highlight of my life,” his father said. “Once he grew up and became a Marine, he never looked for anybody’s help. He succeeded on his own. He loved making pistols and rifles and all the gaming, being in the land of technology.” Bennett, who is married to Flores’ stepfather, Michael, agreed her son wanted to be a Marine. “He enjoyed being in the Marines,” Flores said. “He traveled a lot, to Europe and all around. He was planning to retire from the Marines one day. He wanted to make it his career. “He was dedicated to his country. He was also very fond of his grandfather, Don Bennett. He fished and hunted with him. When he was at Scott Libby, he tested the second highest on the AIMS test. He was a very bright and smart student.” The U.S. 7th Fleet is supporting ongoing search and rescue efforts with a Navy P-8A Maritime Patrol and Reconnaissance aircraft flying out of Kadena Air Force Base along with assistance from the Japan Maritime Self-Defense Force and the Japanese Coast Guard. “We are thankful for the Japanese Maritime Self-Defense Force’s, the Japanese Coast Guard’s and the U.S. 7th Fleet’s efforts as they continue to respond to the search and rescue operation,” the Marines said in a statement. On December 7, the Marine Corps identified Resilard, 28, as deceased. He was found
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December 6 during searchand-rescue operations off the coast of Kochi, Japan. Resilard served as an F/A-18 pilot with Marine All Weather Fighter Attack Squadron 242 (VMFA(AW)-242), stationed on Marine Corps Air Station Iwakuni in Yamaguchi, Japan. “The Bats are deeply saddened by the loss of Capt. Jahmar Resilard,” said Lt. Col. James Compton, commanding officer of Marine All Weather Fighter Attack Squadron 242. “He was an effective and dedicated leader who cared for his Marines and fellow fighter pilots with passion. His warm and charismatic nature bound us together and we will miss him ter- Staff Sgt. Maximo A. Flores grew up in Litchfield Park and is married to Rebecca Flores, who lives in Japan where ribly. We honor his ser- her husband is based. (Photo courtesy Rosa Bennett) vice and his contribution to the Marine Corps and His personal decorations include the our great nation. Our thoughts Navy and Marine Corps Achieveand prayers are with his family and ment Medal, Global War on Terfriends.” rorism Service Medal and National Resilard is from Miramar, Florida. Defense Service Medal.
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WEST VALLEY VIEW NEWS | DECEMBER 12, 2018
POLICE BRIEFS Compiled by Connor Dziawura
Buckeye father re-arrested and re-charged with death of infant son A father was for the second time arrested and charged with the death of his infant son after additional evidence came to light, according to BuckJohn-Anthony Ceneye police. 25, was booked The suspect, tano, into jail on charges 25-year-old related to the June 2017 death of his inJohn-Anthony son on DecemCentano, was pre- fant ber 6. The charges viously arrested were previously disin May, though missed after his May but additional charges were dis- arrest, evidence came to missed without light. (Photo courtesy Buckeye Police Departprejudice. ment) According to police, in June 2017, a then-24-yearold Centano was reportedly supervising his 3-month-old son when he found him unresponsive on a bed. Centano took the child to the Abrazo Buckeye Emergency Center, after which he was flown to Phoenix Children’s Hospital and pronounced deceased. Buckeye police were notified of the situation by Phoenix Children’s Hospital on June 13, 2017, and an investigation and medical examination indicated the child died of complications from head trauma, police said. The death was ruled a homicide. Centano was arrested on charges of first-degree murder and child abuse, but the Maricopa County Attorney’s Office had the case dismissed without prejudice. Since then, additional evidence came to light and a Maricopa County
Grand Jury handed up an indictment for the same charges, police said. A warrant for Centano’s arrest was issued on December 3, and he was arrested and booked into the Maricopa County Fourth Avenue Jail on December 6.
Goodyear pharmacy tech pleads guilty to theft of medical supplies A Goodyear pharmacy technician pleaded guilty earlier this month for stealing medical supplies from the CVS Pharmacy at which he worked, according to Attorney General Mark Brnovich. Robert Bri- Robert Brian Kemple, 30-year-old former an Kemple, 30, aCVS Pharmacy techpleaded guilty nician in Goodyear, to one count pleaded guilty to one of fraudulent of fraudulent count schemes and artificschemes and ar- es, a Class 2 felony; tifices, a Class 2 one count of traffickin stolen property felony; one count ing in the first degree, a of trafficking in Class 2 felony; and stolen property computer tampering, 3 felony. (Phoin the first degree, atoClass courtesy Attorney a Class 2 felony; General’s Office) and computer tampering, a Class 3 felony. Kemple was charged with 33 criminal offenses in connection with the allegations in June. Kemple reportedly stole $100,000 worth of diabetic test strips between March and September 2017. Investigators allege he ordered the strips through work and, later, sold them online. The Goodyear Police Department and Attorney General’s Office Health Care Fraud and Abuse Section collabo-
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Couple arrested for stealing thousands in goods from several Walmart stores A Glendale couple suspected of stealing more than $7,500 worth of merchandise from multiple Walmart stores was arrested by Buckeye police earlier this month. The suspects, Cassandra Harmon, 27, and Jeremy Cornell, 36, are also suspected Harmon, of stealing lottery Cassandra 27, was booked into tickets from a Cir- jail for theft and drug cle K in Buckeye possession. (Photo Buckeye Poover the summer. courtesy lice Department) Harmon and Cornell were apprehended by police around 6:30 p.m. Saturday, December 1, while attempting to steal nearly $4,000 in high-end electronics from the Walmart Super- Jeremy Cornell, 36, center on Watson was booked into jail for theft. (Photo and Yuma roads. courtesy Buckeye PoAccording to lice Department) police, Walmart security detained the couple when
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Teen suspected of bringing gun to Verrado arrested A 15-year-old boy suspected of bringing a gun on a Verrado High School bus was arrested by Buckeye police on December 5. The teenager, a Phoenix resident who told police he had been staying in an abandoned Buckeye home for a few days, admitted, upon his arrest, to stealing the gun from a vehicle in Maricopa County that afternoon, police said. He claimed to have abandoned the gun after fleeing Verrado High School, but officers and a K-9 did not find it.
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Donate blood, receive free pizza Buckeye opening second location for customer service By West Valley View staff
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Buckeye’s Water Resources Utility Billing and Customer Service office is opening a second location at Sundance Crossings, 21749 W. Yuma Road, at Dean Road, on December 10. This location will provide the same great services as the downtown location, but in the center Buckeye’s Water Resources Utility Billing and Customer Service office will open at Sundance Crossings, 21749 W. of the city. Yuma Road, at Dean Road, on December 10. (Photo courBuckeye residents will tesy city of Buckeye) still be able to start or stop their water, sewer and closer to home.” trash services, make a payment in Buckeye’s Water Resources properson, or speak to a customer ser- vides reliable water and wastewater vice representative about their ac- service 24 hours a day, seven days a count at this location. week, 365 days a year to more than “As the fifth fastest-growing city 25,000 accounts. On average, the dein Arizona, this second location will partment produces 5.8 million galhelp us meet the needs of our cus- lons of water each day to more than tomers,” said Michael D. Weber, 70,000 residents. Buckeye’s water resources director. Visit buckeyeaz.gov/water-re“It also gives our residents the op- sources to learn more about the city’s portunity to conduct city business Water Resources Department.
Streets of New York is making spirits even brighter this holiday season with a voucher for a free 10-inch cheese pizza for all holiday blood donors through December 31. The 19 Valley restaurants have partnered with Vitalant to help make sure patients across Arizona receive the gift of life for the holidays. Because blood has a shelf life of 42 days, donors will help save patients throughout the most challenging time of the year to maintain the state’s blood supply. Vitalant is also treating donors to a movie as a break from the holiday rush. Make an appointment and give blood by December 31 to receive 700 Hero in Me Vitalant rewards points, enough to earn a $10 movie certificate. To make a blood donation appointment, call 877-258-4825 (877-25-VITAL) or visit bloodhero. com and enter your city or ZIP code. At the time of year when Arizona’s patient population is at its highest,
Police...continued from page 4 According to police, officers responded to the campus around 9:40 a.m., after two students told administrators a boy had a gun on a school bus and others had handled it. The campus was searched, and several students suspected of having been involved were secured, interviewed and searched. Police ultimately discovered the suspect was not a Verrado student
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and he fled after a short time on campus. School resource officers investigated leads and surveillance footage, leading them to the teen later that day. The suspect’s actions resulted in a campus lockout in the morning. According to Buckeye Police Department spokeswoman Donna Rossi, the “I Love U Guys” Foundation’s Standard Response Protocol was the basis of the campus response procedure. The “I Love U Guys” Foundation’s website describes a lockout as “(recovering) all students from outside the building, (securing) the building perimeter and (locking) all outside doors,” whereas a lockdown involves locking classroom doors, turning out lights, placing students out of sight and keeping quiet. Though the gun was not found on campus, officers increased security for the remainder of the week. Agua Fria High School District officials will reportedly conduct an internal review of transportation and campus security policies and procedures. The suspect, whose name has not been released, was turned over to the Maricopa County Sheriff’s Office to be charged with felony burglary. He could also be charged with interfering with an education institutional, pending investigation results from the Buckeye Police Department.
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JBS Tolleson recall increased to 12 million pounds of raw beef By Connor Dziawura
As consumers nationwide are continuing to fall ill, the massive recall JBS Tolleson’s raw beef products was upped to more than 12 million pounds in early December, according to the U.S. Department of Agriculture’s (USDA) Food Safety and Inspection Service (FSIS). In October, the Tolleson-based beef plant recalled approximately 6.9 million pounds of product due to potential salmonella newport contamination. The second recall adds more than 5 million pounds. “All of the affected product has already been removed from retail stores, but we are taking this careful step because some consumers may have frozen this product for future use,” according to a statement posted on the website of JBS USA, the Tolleson plant’s parent company. As of November 15, 246 people with ages ranging from younger than 1 to 88 – including 42 Arizonans – with illnesses taking effect between August 5 and October 16 have been identified in 25 states, according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC). Fifty-nine cases out of 168 with available information resulted in hospitalization. No deaths have been reported. According to CDC, it takes two to four weeks on average for illnesses to be reported, so the number of case-patients could rise. “As a food company, our first priority is the safe production of food,” the JBS Tolleson statement continued. “While no products in this expansion have been definitively linked to any illness, we have determined in consultation with USDA’s Food Safety and Inspection Service (FSIS) that this action is in the best interests of public health.” After the first recall in early October, two lawsuits were filed against JBS Tolleson. Dana Raab, of Florence, Kentucky, reported a five-day hospital stay as well as symptoms like severe diarrhea, vomiting and abdominal pain and a diagnosis of severe dehydration, a blocked bile duct and stool culture that tested positive for salmonella newport after purchasing and eating ground beef from a Sam’s Club on September 9, according to a press release from food safety law firm Marler Clark. Joseph Rozich, of Las Vegas, Nevada, also claimed a positive diagnosis for salmonella newport at the
hospital as well as symptoms including severe diarrhea, stomach cramps and nausea after eating two Taco Bell Crunch Wrap Supremes on August 31, a second press release from Marler Clark reported. According to FSIS, it is a Class I recall, which is identified as “a health hazard situation where there is a reasonable probability that the use of the product will cause serious, adverse health consequences or death.” FSIS, CDC and various state public health and regulatory officials are investigating the outbreak. Epidemiological, laboratory and traceback evidence identified JBS Tolleson as the likely source, according to CDC. According to the JBS Tolleson statement, an internal investigation was launched with the initial recall, and the expansion will allow the company to test 100 percent of the beef trimmings it produces. “JBS Tolleson, in consultation with internal and external food safety experts, will continue to enhance its processes to ensure the safety of our products,” the statement concluded.
Identifying recalled products
Products subject to recall are labeled “EST. 267,” usually within the USDA mark of inspection but possibly elsewhere on packaging, and were produced and packaged on various dates between July 26 and September 7. According to FSIS product lists, recalled beef has been sold under brand names such as Kroger, JBS Generic, Cedar River Farms, Comnor Perfect Choice, Gourmet Burger, Grass Run Farms Natural and Showcase (Walmart). More than 100 retailers are reported to have sold recalled products. CARPET • HARDWOOD • TILE & STONE LAMINATE • VINYL
Retail distribution lists regarding affected products, labels and retailers can be found at fsis.usda.gov/recalls. Those in possession of recalled product are urged not to consume, serve or sell it. It should be thrown away or returned to the point of purchase. If you are unsure if a product falls within the criteria, contact the point of purchase. For more information regarding the recall, call the JBS USA Consumer Hotline at 1-800-727-2333 or visit fsis.usda.gov or cdc.gov.
Food safety protocol
According to FSIS, salmonellosis is one of the most common bacterial foodborne illnesses and usually lasts anywhere from four to seven days. Symptoms commonly include diarrhea, abdominal cramps and fever, which can set within 12 to 72 hours of consumption. Though treatment is not sought in most cases, some situations can result in severe illness and even hospitalization, including infants, the elderly or individuals with weakened immune systems. Salmonella can be present in raw
poultry and beef. FSIS recommends individuals who may be ill contact a health care provider. Recommended safe preparation of raw meat products includes cooking ground beef to a temperature of 160 degrees Fahrenheit, and other cuts of beef to 145 degrees Fahrenheit with a rest time of 3 minutes. It is also recommended that food thermometers be used and hands, utensils and food preparation surfaces washed with soap and water to prevent cross contamination. Ask Karen, FSIS’ virtual food safety representative, is also available 24 hours a day at askkaren.gov or via smartphone at m.askkaren.gov. The toll-free USDA Meat and Poultry Hotline is available in English and Spanish from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. ET Monday through Friday at 1-888-MPHotline (1-888-674-6854), but recorded food safety messages are available 24 hours a day. An online Electronic Consumer Complaint Monitoring System is available 24 hours a day at fsis.usda. gov/reportproblem.
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Abrazo West Campus gets ‘A’ for patient safety By West Valley View staff
Abrazo West Campus received its fourth consecutive “A” grade in the fall 2018 hospital safety report card from The Leapfrog Group, a national nonprofit organization dedicated to driving leaps forward in the quality and safety of American healthcare. Grades are primarily based on data collected and publicly reported by
the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services, and centered around 28 measures including rates of preventable errors, injuries and infections, and whether hospitals have systems in place to prevent them, according to the Leapfrog Group. More than 2,600 hospitals were graded in the fall 2018 report. “Of the 2,600 hospitals graded in the fall ratings, only 32 percent earned an
‘A,’ so the fact the Abrazo West Campus has earned four in a row is quite an accomplishment,” said Frank Molinaro, CEO of Abrazo Community Health Network. “When you consider that Abrazo West is a Level 1 trauma center and the high number of patients with complex injuries and illnesses that are treated there, four consecutive ‘A’ grades are especially meaningful.” The Hospital Safety Grade also credits hospitals for having the procedures and protocols known to prevent infections, errors and accidents, such as: • Strong nursing leadership and engagement • Computerized physician order entry systems to prevent medication errors • Hand hygiene policies • Adherence to medical protocols
that prevent complications • The right staffing in the ICU • Patient experience (HCAHPS) measures that have a direct correlation with patient safety outcomes “Abrazo hospitals strive to continually improve patient care, safety and satisfaction, and earning high grades speaks to the dedication to providing excellent care and service shared by all of our employees, physicians and volunteers,” Molinaro said. “Ratings can be useful in empowering consumers with evidence-based information for making decisions about where to receive care.” The fall 2018 hospital safety grades used safety data predominantly collected and reported from 2017 and 2018, according to Leapfrog Group. Abrazo Arrowhead Campus also earned an “A” grade for the fall reporting period.
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Copper King Elementary School reading teacher Lynn Daniel loves inspiring other educators through her writing. The seventh- and eighth-grade teacher was recently featured in Literacy Today’s November/December issue. She submitted “Traversing the Lacuna to the Future: Three Perspectives on New Literacies.” Prior to her five years at Copper King, Daniel taught in St. Louis, Missouri. Teaching is her craft and her passion and she shows it daily. “Lynn is an outstanding educator with many years of middle school education experience,” Principal Janine Ambrose said. “She is a seasoned practitioner and will complete her doctoral studies in reading, language, literacy and leadership soon from Concordia University. She uses her background in theory and practical experience to produce measurable results in stu-
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The mistreatment of cows Editor: Most people have heard that JBS Tolleson – one of the nation’s largest meat producers – recently expanded its meat recall, which now includes more than 12 million pounds of ground beef and other raw beef products, because it may be contaminated with salmonella bacteria. Relatively few people, however, have thought about all the cows that were killed to make this meat. We mustn’t overlook their needless deaths. When cows are very young, they’re branded with hot irons, their horns are cut or burned off, and males are castrated – all without painkillers. At the slaughterhouse, cows are hung upside down, their throats are slit, and they are skinned and gutted. Some remain conscious through the entire process. It’s no wonder these gentle giants go to great lengths to escape from slaughterhouses. They value their lives, just as you and I value ours. The Food and Drug Administration is warning people to throw the potentially contaminated beef away or return it to the place of purchase. That’s good advice, but if you really want to live healthy and stop animal suffering, try going vegan. For more information and a free vegan starter kit, see PETA.org. Heather Moore The PETA Foundation Norfolk, Virginia
You’re a part of your pet like they’re a part of you Editor: It is often said that you can judge the morality of a society by the way it treats animals. Perhaps more important is you can judge the heart of your fellow citizen or yourself by how you take care of our furry friends. For those of us who have welcomed a cat or dog into our home, here is something to consider as absolute truth. You’re a part of your pet like they’re a part of you. I share this perspective with you, dear reader, because on the morning of December 3 I lost one of the
most important things in my life. Perhaps I already knew the loss was imminent, but that makes the loss no less brutal. Looking back just a few days earlier I cried like a wailing and flailing baby for what felt like eternity believing the end was in fact near. And it certainly wasn’t simply a “thing” that faced an ending. Enter Toby. A sweet black cat more affectionately called BooBoo. BooBoo carried himself with both confidence and humility. Beautiful green eyes. Sleek and bold white whiskers. A shiny coat peppered with some grey hair to boot. BooBoo enjoyed his jaguar-type claws and would mostly keep them in check. However, if he got tired of you messing with him he would no doubt leave his mark on you! Never with malice, though. Always with multiple warnings. So quick. BooBoo had the heart of a hundred cats. Again, you’re a part of your pet like they’re a part of you. When you come home, you expect them to be there. There’s serenity in knowing they’re waiting for you, too. I will miss looking to my left while watching television on the couch and seeing BooBoo on his tall, beige cat condo eyeballing me as if to say, “I’m coming, Daddy!” BooBoo always nudged himself into my lap and would just relax in peace and smile and purr. Seemingly he would do this in 30 minute-plus intervals, so I learned while up to bring an extra drink to the couch so as not to disturb him. Endless words describe BooBoo, but the key ones are: Lap cat. My first. And the best. Forever. BooBoo’s human mother, also my better half, used to bottle feed him when he was just weeks old. At over fourteen years old, BooBoo was so blessed with a large human family and also a huge cat family. Four outdoor cats would always stare at him during his ups and downs through the French doors. Three more cats inside, his calico cat momma, Cali, sister Bella (also black) and his orange brother, Cooper. BooBoo’s human mother would often jokingly say it’s like we have our very own cat zoo and could charge admission for all the goings on! Before cancer got the best of BooBoo, one of his favorite things to do besides rub up against his brother, Cooper, was to play a game called “pinky” with his sister, Bella. Here’s
how it went. BooBoo would be getting ready to get on the couch and would hear Bella meowing upstairs. At the same time she has a long, pink feather toy in her mouth. BooBoo would get all alert and off he went! Minutes later, Bella comes downstairs with nothing in her mouth. What’s that noise now? It’s Boo, who is the one meowing while at the same bounding into the living room with his beloved toy, pinky. Moments like these are indeed the good stuff. Real. Pure. Everlasting. You’re a part of your pet like they’re a part of you. You love them so hard with every fiber in your being that you easily forget you are going to hurt that much harder when they’re physically gone. A blinding love. A blinding hurt. Mark R. Levin, author of Rescuing Sprite: A Dog Lover’s Story of Joy and Anguish, has said that in losing your pet, pain is the price we pay for love. So true. Millions and millions of hours of unconditional love, of seeing them rejoice in your return; years of this and much more carries a price tag. When they pass, the bill is due and you must pay it. The only currency accepted is your heart and soul. It’s late, and I’m sitting on the worn, brown couch alone enjoying an adult beverage after another long day of work. The couch feels incredibly cold and empty. The political talking heads on cable television and also the updated sports scores are not making time move more quickly. But wait a minute. Suddenly, my spirits shift. Yes. I look to the left and I see sweet BooBoo climb down the tall, beige cat condo. He wants
his Daddy. I want him. Smiles galore with BooBoo nudged peacefully in my lap. Cancer may have physically removed BooBoo from this cynical world, but trust me, he will forever stay purposefully in my heart and soul. And, of course, on my lap. I love you, BooBoo. Tony Zizza Avondale
Thoughts on the paper Editor: Thank you, West Valley View. We find the content informative and we became more aware of local events. We look forward to reading David Leibowitz’s column – give him our regards. Paul Lohse Goodyear
Tyranny Editor and Roy Azzarello: I am with you, Roy Azzarello. This politically correct “blank blank” has gotten out of hand due to the ACLU. They need to back off on a lot of issues. NFL? What’s that? They are just a bunch of overpaid actors who mean nothing to me and, it seems like, to you either. Too bad more people don’t feel like that. Well, maybe they do but don’t speak up about it. Say what you mean, people, and don’t be afraid of hurting some little sissy’s feelings. So, in closing I will
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WEST VALLEY VIEW NEWS | DECEMBER 12, 2018
Boycotting Prescott now seems like a good idea By David Leibowitz
Some ideas get better the more you consider them. A perfect example: The East Valley NAACP’s December 5 call for a boycott of the city of Prescott over a years-long string of racist remarks and vile musings spewed by the area’s state House representative, David Stringer. I’ve written about Stringer, a 70-something coot who clearly despises anyone a shade darker than himself, several times before. The representative made headlines again last week when a recording surfaced of a conversation he had with several Arizona State University students. Among the gems contained in this go-round: Stringer’s denunciation of recent immigrants to America on the grounds that they simply aren’t white enough for his taste. As he put it, “That’s not the case with African-Americans and other racial groups because they don’t melt in. They don’t blend in. They always look different.” Just so we’re clear, I personally ap-
preciate people who don’t resemble and spent nearly $40,000. Stringer. A wave of immigrants in Still, she was swamped by Stringer, horrible toupees should who loaned his own camhave been made illegal paign $140,000 this elecby our Founding Fathers tion cycle. back in 1776. That’s right: The man Stringer’s tonsorial spent $140,000 to win a poor judgement aside, job that pays $24,000 a his prejudicial views have year. never been a secret, not Buying a seat in the during his first campaign State House paid off in 2016, nor during his handsomely on Election re-election primary and Day. Stringer received general election cammore than 67,000 votes, paigns this year. Even so, easily beating his DemoStringer easily coasted to David Leibowitz (Photo crat challenger, Jan Mancourtesy Advisor Group) victory in 2018. olis, who got less than In the August primary, half Stringer’s tally. Stringer earned 25,476 votes, beating In a letter to Rusty Bowers, the inhis conservative Republican chal- coming House speaker, East Valley lenger, Jodi Rooney, by more than NAACP President Roy Tatem Jr. 10,000 votes. Rooney certainly was wrote, “A strong example must be qualified to join the state House, made to Arizona, that, in no way, having served on the Prescott Val- shape, form or fashion will racism, ley Council. She’s a fierce Second bigotry or intolerance be acceptAmendment supporter and a self-de- ed in our political spaces and from scribed Daughter of the American our elected officials. … Until Rep. Revolution whose campaign raised Stringer is removed from office, the
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NAACP will recommend a travel advisory on the City of Prescott advising our members, supporters and allies to discontinue any shopping, travel, and lodging in hotels in Prescott, AZ effective immediately.” My first thought was, gosh, why punish the whole city for the actions of one man – especially after the Prescott City Council on Wednesday, December 5, called for Stringer to step down. Then I thought about it some more. If David Stringer didn’t have 67,000 voters on his side, he wouldn’t be in the State Legislature. These are Prescott residents and business people who in Rooney had an equally conservative alternative to Stringer but absolutely rejected it. Then they voted for him again in November knowing full well they would be sending a racist to represent them beneath the Copper Dome. Prescott is a beautiful little city, one I’ve visited many times. I’ve had drinks on Whiskey Row, spent the night at the Hotel St. Michael and the Hassayampa Inn, and enjoyed many a meal in the restaurants across from the Courthouse. That stops now. Why, you ask? Oh, I can think of 67,000 good reasons why none of us should spend a thin dime in Prescott so long as Rep. David Stringer serves in the Arizona Legislature.
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Maricopa County Trail always a worthy trip By Clint Hickman
What do they say? A journey of a thousand miles begins with a single step? Well, that has certainly been the case with the Maricopa Trail, the 315-mile trail system that connects all the regional parks across our 9,200-square mile-county. In November, the Maricopa County Parks and Recreation Department celebrated the completion of Phase 1. I think it’s worth looking at how far we’ve come and where we still have to go. It started in 2000 when I was still a spring chicken, sort of. A different Board of Supervisors formed the Maricopa County Trails Commission with the goal of creating a regional trail system. Four years later, the board adopted the Maricopa Regional Trail System Plan with three primary objectives: 1. Connect the Maricopa County Regional Parks 2. Link metropolitan areas, communities and neighborhoods 3. Provide open space corridors to protect natural and cultural resources for future generations. The Maricopa Trail has its roots here in District 4. Shortly after the plan was adopted, staff started by identifying the best trail corridors linking White Tank Mountain Regional Park, Lake Pleasant Regional Park, Spur Cross Ranch Conservation Area and Cave Creek Regional Park. Since then, the department has been hard at work acquiring trail
easements and planning, laying out ways beyond just recreation. Those and constructing the 104 partnerships include the segments of trail system. Maricopa Trail and Parks It goes without saying Foundation, Central Arthat there are thousands izona Conservation Alliof trails you could walk, ance, Arizona Forward, bike, hike or ride in the REI, Chambers of ComPhoenix metro area, merce and many more. not all on county land. As the trail has develStitching these pieces of oped and expanded, so trails together to form a have recreation opporloop has required parttunities along the trail. nerships and, over the A few years back, foryears, Maricopa County Clint Hickman’s family mer Supervisor Andy owns Hickman’s FamiParks has worked with ly Farms and he serves Kunasek and a couple of numerous cities, towns, on the Maricopa County key community members federal, state and coun- Board of Supervisors for founded the Prickly PedDistrict 4. (Photo courtety departments to figure sy Clint Hickman) al Mountain Bike Race out logistics which can on the Maricopa Trail so involve complicated issues such as riders from across the nation could right-of-way questions, water rights test their skills on the Trail’s chaland more. lenging 40-mile course. The race The Parks Department has also not only brings many out-of-state built relationships with businesses visitors to our county, but also proand nonprofits so that, as the trail motes the trail itself. Since the beginsystem is being built, more residents ning, Hickman’s Family Farms has know about it, support it and ulti- been a proud sponsor of the event, mately benefit from it in a myriad of and when I can, I serve breakfast to
the racers. The next Prickly Pedal is January 19. Whether the trail is being used for races, a leisurely family hike, as part of a multiday trek or as a transportation corridor, everyone seems to love the idea of a single trail connecting such a vast and diverse landscape. There’s still much work to be done to achieve the vision of a fully-connected regional park system. While a loop system has been completed, the County is anxious to develop a connection to our newest County gems, the Hassayampa River Preserve and the Vulture Mountains. We want to link to the Buckeye Hills Regional Park in the far West Valley as well. And, of course, we’ll continue to improve the nature experience for trail users, while keeping the needs of neighboring communities in mind. The Maricopa County Trail has always been a step-by-step project. But as we mark this major milestone, now is as good a time as any to hit the trail and experience Maricopa County in a new way.
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BUSINESS
WEST VALLEY VIEW NEWS | DECEMBER 12, 2018
Business Briefcase
By Connor Dziawura
Hello, readers! Today’s briefs will reach far and wide, as I have a variety of items spanning the paper’s circulation. From gym remodels in Tolleson to a new Litchfield Parkbased nanobrewery, updates on The Halal Guys in Avondale, the chamber in Goodyear, and a whole lot of happenings in Buckeye’s Verrado community, you won’t want to miss out. Here’s the news! First, LA Fitness is remodeling 26 of its 43 Arizona clubs, including those in Avondale, Tolleson and Goodyear. The Avondale remodel at 13035 W. Rancho Santa Fe Boulevard is expected to begin in early February and wrap by mid-February. The Tolleson club, 9880 W. Lower Buckeye Road, will begin its facelift in early March and reopen in mid-March. The Goodyear location, 1382 S. Cotton Lane, will get a refresh in early April and reopen in mid-April. Renovations range from modernized equipment and specialized flooring to new color palettes and refreshed studi-
os and child care areas. For more information, visit lafitness.com. Over in Litchfield Park, Transplant City Beer Co. opened in November. A one-barrel nanobrewery that focuses on small batches of its brews, it is located at 107 W. Honeysuckle Street. Transplant City Beer Co. will have an Ugly Sweater Party at 6 p.m. Saturday, December 15. Be sure to wear your gaudiest and most festive Christmas attire. The first 50 people wearing sweaters will receive a limited-edition Transplant City Beer Co. sticker. For more information, visit facebook.com/transplantcitybeerco or instagram.com/transplantcitybeer. Heading farther west, over to Buckeye, progress continues at Verrado Marketside, near the southwest corner of McDowell Road and Verrado Way. One business, Palm Valley Pediatric Dentistry, 20755 W. McDowell Road, opened this fall. According to T.A. Shover, director of leasing and sales at DMB Associates, Marketside Animal Hospital at
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Verrado recently broke ground and should be complete in the second quarter of 2019. As far as Taco Bell and Burger King, Shover said building plans are nearing completion with construction possibly beginning in early 2019. A coming soon sign is up at Starbucks, 1580 N. Verrado Way. In September, a spokesperson for the company told the West Valley View it would open this winter, but that hasn’t happened yet. As of print time, the company has not responded to the West Valley View’s request for information. In the meantime, other nearby businesses are Dominion Self Storage, CST/Valero, Culver’s and Verrado Coffee Company. Moving along, former ISM Raceway President Bryan R. Sperber is the new president of R Entertainment in Scottsdale. The company focuses on entertainment for small events, business development and concerts, and has a nationwide reach. Sperber has been the national sponsorship sales director of International Speed-
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BUSINESS
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Duncan Family Farms appoints new directors By West Valley View staff
Duncan Family Farms has promoted multiple team members to director-level positions due to their expertise and dedication. “Our business has expanded into various regions to better serve our customers, and our team members’ duties have also expanded,” said Pete Guerrero, DFF chief operating officer. “These promotions recognize the important individuals directing these business units with titles that honor their service and represent their responsibilities.” With the level of complexity required when operating in multiple locations, DFF promoted team members that embody the company’s commitment to quality and consistency:
Tom Stills, director of postharvest operations and logistics Stills has more than 30 years of produce industry experience and was hired as postharvest and logistics manager at DFF, responsible for completing the final steps in the val-
ue chain for customers. “Professionally, I’m excited to be taking on a more prominent role in supporting DFF’s leadership and management teams as we continue our efforts to be the best organic supplier in the industry,” Stills said. “Personally, I look forward to having the opportunity to coach and mentor our next team of rising leaders to contribute to a future legacy.”
Lalo Orozco, senior district director Orozco began working at DFF as a general laborer at the age of 16, and subsequently held several positions including tractor operator, irrigation crew leader, irrigation supervisor, farm manager and district manager for operations in Arizona, California and New York. “Working at Duncan Family Farms has changed my life,” Orozco said. “It has not only been my career, but also provided me with tremendous opportunities to learn. I feel blessed to be part of the team and look forward to contributing to
its continued success and growth.”
Sean Duncan, senior director of supply chain Duncan, a certified supply chain professional with a master’s degree in global management, previously held the titles of supply chain supervisor and supply chain manager. “I enjoy working in our collaborative environment and having the opportunity and empowerment to pursue new ideas and opportunities to bring value to our internal team members and customers,” Duncan said.
Jesus Rodriquez, harvest director
I look forward to the future and my continued professional growth,” Rodriquez said.
Jeremy Vanderzyl, technical services director A food safety expert and public health scientist, Vanderzyl served as food safety crew lead, specialist and manager at DFF prior to his promotion. “It’s been an amazing journey, both personally and professionally, and I am grateful to be a part of this team,” Vanderzyl said. “The culture at DFF is what drives our growth. It’s an incredible place to work.”
Juan Calderon, director of Rodriquez was a harvest crew farming operations
leader, harvest supervisor, planting supervisor, harvest senior supervisor and harvest manager before being promoted to harvest director. “Duncan Family Farms was my first foray into agriculture many years ago, and I quickly discovered a passion for the industry and the culture that exists at the company.
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Pool Scouts eyeing West Valley expansion in 2019 By Connor Dziawura
Since its inception in 2016, residential pool cleaning and maintenance franchise Pool Scouts has seen a rapid rise in its industry. The business now has 18 franchisees in nine states, from Texas to New York and in its home state of Virginia. Next year, the company and its team are looking to expand to the Valley – and in particular, the West Valley. The company’s president, Michael Wagner, called Phoenix one of the best target cities in the country for Pool Scouts. “What makes a good area for our business is one that has a high concentration of single-family homes with pools in the backyard,” Wagner explained. “Phoenix itself, the greater metropolitan area, has 24 territories, as we define them, for our business. So, it’s up there from the national perspective. To put things into comparison, Dallas has 31 territories and Phoenix has 24. So, it’s a great area for our business.” Plans are already in motion for the Valley, he said, with potential franchise candidates already in the investigation process. Divided by ZIP codes, each territory has at least 6,000 target homes. Pool Scouts will award up to three territories per franchisee, and it has 43 territories in the country. Though a full Phoenix expansion is the goal, on a smaller scale the company has already been looking to the
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West Valley for a potential successful future. “I could look at a particular ZIP code in Goodyear, for instance, 85338, and see that in that particular ZIP code there are 2,159 target households for us in that market. I could look at other ZIP codes in Avondale, 85392, and see that there are 1,605 target households in that particular ZIP code,” Wagner elaborated. “There are 1,796 target households” in 85340, Litchfield Park. So, that kind of gives us the opportunity, because of the way we do the marketing and helping the franchisee, to really target those specific households to help them acquire new customers in the marketplace.” Wagner described territories as
“protected.” So, when they’re divided amongst franchisees there’s no competition. Many franchisees coexist contiguously in a market. Franchisees do not need pool experience, either; just a business sensibility and a drive for success. Wagner said current franchisees range from attorneys to a radio DJ and veterans. “The pool business has been around for a long time. We’re not creating a new industry,” Wagner said. “We’re really about bringing a much more professional level to the business. And so how do we do that? Well, we provide franchisees with state-of-the-art, cloud-based systems to operate the business, purchasing power of a franchise system, operations and training, of course, and
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Duncan...continued from page 15 with the family environment and the outstanding culture,” Calderon said. “I feel very blessed to be part of this great organization. I’ve never felt more valued than at this company.” “We’re fortunate to have a group of directors who are truly passionate about our customers, the business and the team members they work with,” Guerrero added. “We are absolutely certain that this team will continue to carry out the mission and values of Duncan Family Farms.”
SPORTS
WEST VALLEY VIEW NEWS | DECEMBER 12, 2018
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Patriot All-America golf tourney remembers fallen heroes By Lauren Serrato
The Patriot All-America Invitational puts an honorable twist on traditional golf tournaments by honoring fallen and severely injured soldiers. The eighth annual event, scheduled for December 27 to December 31 at The Wigwam, features the world’s best collegiate golfers. Prior to the tournament, golfers receive cards with soldiers’ names. The athletes carry bags emblazoned with the soldiers’ names. After the tournament, the golfers’ bags are shipped to the athletes’ colleges to be auctioned. All proceeds benefit the Folds of Honor Foundation, which provides scholarships for children and spouses of military service men and women killed or disabled while in active service. To focus on the military, the athletes tour Luke Air Force Base after their first practice round on December 27. They receive a police escort to the base and see the dog training facility, among other highlights. The events begin on December 28 with Am/Am, an 18-hole golf tournament allowing registered participants to pair up with a Patriot All-America golfer in two-person teams. Each player plays his or her own ball, and the team’s score consists of the lowest score recorded either by the Patriot golfer or the registered player. There are still limited spots available. Visit patriotallamerica.com for more information. The tournament attracts more than 1,000 people, said Justin James, Patriot All-America executive committee member. “This is high-quality golf,” James said. “You will see the future stars of the PGA Tour here. The sheer level the kids play at exceeds most. Plus, the overall experience of the event is so heavily focused on honoring fallen soldiers, and guests are presented with great hospitality.” The Patriot All-America is about more than competing. The 2014 champion, Kyle Kochevar, carried for Maj. Samuel M. Griffith of the U.S. Marine Corps, who died in combat in 2011. “I’ll never forget any of the soldiers I carried for because of the impact I feel I’ve had on their family and the impact they have had on me while carrying the bag during the Patriot All-America,” Kochevar said in a video promoting the invitational. “It’s good to know we are doing
more than just playing golf here.” Admission to watch the tournament is free, with VIP tickets available for purchase. A VIP ticket provides access to the Mavericks’ Corral located next to the 18th green, the Mavericks’ 16th hole skybox, and the Monster Pool skybox at the 18th hole. One-day VIP tickets are $50 each, and threeday passes are $100. All funds raised will go toward the Folds of Honor Foundation and West Valley charities. VIP tickets can be purchased at westvalleymavericksfoundation.org. A new tent is being added this year, called Salute to Service, which is free to all military veterans, first responders and their guests. The Patriot All-America is considered a top international amateur event. Collegiate golfers come from all three NCAA divisions, NAIA and NJCAA rankings. PGA Tour golfers who have played in the Patriot All-America include two-time U.S. Open champ and PGA Championship winner Brooks Koepka (2011); 2017 PGA Championship winner and 2017 Fe-
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dEx Cup champion Justin Thomas (2011); Patrick Rodgers (2011); twotime PGA Tour winner Daniel Berger (2012); and four-time PGA Tour winner Bryson DeChambeau (2013). “The kids that play in this event are aspiring professional golfers. There is a point system based on the field of play, and this event is a class A rating, the highest rating an event can get,” James said. “We have had three of the top five players in the world play at this event. The 2016 Patriot All-America champion has already made it and won at the PGA Tour.” Tournament play begins December 29, with a champion crowned on New Year’s Eve. The winner of the Patriot All-America will receive a sponsor exemption into the Web.com Tour’s Wichita Open played June 20 to June 23 in Wichita, Kansas. “The Web.com Tour is the level below the PGA Tour. It’s a pretty big deal to get exempt into that because it gives a taste of playing at the next level,” James said. The Patriot All-America is a collaboration between the Arizona Golf Asso-
The 2017 champion Mason Overstreet of University of Arkansas will return this year to the Patriot All-America Golf Invitational. (Photo courtesy JDM Partners)
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WEST VALLEY VIEW NEWS | DECEMBER 12, 2018
One last ride for Trivium girls’ soccer seniors By Eric Newman
In their four years, the Trivium Prep Crimson Knights have made the playoffs each season. At the end of the 2016-17 run, it even reached the 3A state championship. This season, seniors who have been with the program since its inception will graduate. Don Radford saw something special in the girls. He retired after more than 20 years of coaching, but returned to work with them when they were sixth graders. “Somebody told me there was this group of sixth graders who were really talented, and they just needed a coach. So, I came back to coaching and have been with them since. It’s been really great,” he said. Trivium Prep plays Tempe Prep at home at 4 p.m. Thursday, December 13. Four-season senior goalkeeper Tori Gutierrez said the athletes have simply loved playing with each other. “At first we kind of felt like we had to prove something because we were a young team and I don’t think
people were expecting much out of us,” Gutierrez said. “But, we kind of came in and made a mark, and us seniors want to just do as much as we can and try to win state our senior year.” Trivium’s class sizes are small, so many of the school’s top athletes play multiple sports. Many of the female soccer players compete in volleyball together. Seniors Macyn Willingham and Paula Rosztoczy were captains on this year’s 29-10 volleyball team who reached the playoff semifinals in November, and were on the soccer field just days later. They are two of the captains – along with midfielder Kenna Roderick – on the soccer team as well. “All of us who play volleyball love that, too,” Rosztoczy said. “It’s great for us because we kind of are always on the same team. And, it’s really good for us because we use muscles that we don’t work on as much in soccer.” “Really, so many of us who play
both have been friends for so long. The sports all blend together and almost feel like just a long season,” Willingham added. The seniors and their younger counterparts are looking to win a state championship in their last year together. “We’ve already done so much, and had a lot of success, so now winning state is what we’re aiming for. It would be a great way for us to go out,” Willingham said. As much as a state championship would validate the work the girls have put in together for years, Radford said the team doesn’t just care about a win. It’s about being a stop in a successful life journey. “You need a couple bounces Junior forward Samantha Johnson makes a pass the goal for Trivium Prep girls’ soccer. (West to go your way, maybe get a toward Valley View photo by Eric Newman) favorable call from the refs, so there’s so much that goes into they end up, it’s about the relationthe winning state, even more than ships they’ve made together and how just being the best team,” he said. they’ve improved on the field. I’m so “I tell them, though, that wherever proud of them however it ends.”
CALENDAR
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One-on-One Tech Help (Ages 18+)
Receive personalized computer, tablet or e-reader instruction to learn how to use library media or Microsoft Office from 1 to 2:15 p.m. at Litchfield Park Branch Library, 101 W. Wigwam Boulevard. Registration is required. For information, call 602-652-3456.
Storytime with Santa
Read, sing and meet Santa from 11:15 a.m. to noon at Sam Garcia Western Avenue Library, 495 E. Western Avenue, Avondale. For information, call 623-333-2601.
The West Valley View publishes on Wednesday. The 9 Days a Week calendar — a listing of entertainment events such as concerts, theatrical performances, events for schools, churches, county parks and nonprofit groups — runs every issue. Events must be open to the public to be considered and generally must be held within the View’s coverage area, which is south of Northern Avenue, west of Loop 101, plus all of Tolleson, extending to Estrella in the south and Tonopah in the west. Events such as concerts and theatrical performances that fall outside the View’s circulation area will be considered because there are no concert halls or theater venues within our boundaries. 9 Days a Week calendar items print on a space-available basis. The only way to guarantee that an item will print is to purchase an advertisement. Submissions must reach our office by 4 p.m. Wednesday to be considered for the following Wednesday publication. Submissions must be in writing and may be emailed to Rachel Hagerman, rhagerman@timespublications.com or faxed to 623-935-2103.
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Litchfield Park Museum
The Litchfield Park Museum has returned to its winter schedule: 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Wednesday through Friday. Admission and parking are free. The museum is located at 13912 W. Camelback Road. For information, call 623-535-4414 or visit litchfieldparkhistoricalsociety.org.
Junior Book Club (Ages 8-12)
Children are encouraged to read a book each month before joining Lila for a book discussion and activities from 3:30 to 4:30 p.m. at the Tolleson Public Library, 9555 W. Van Buren Street. For information, call 623-936-2746.
Come and Play with Me
Sam Garcia Western Avenue Library hosts a weekly open-play group at 495 E. Western Avenue, Avondale, at 11 a.m. for children through age 5. For information, call 623-333-2601.
Verrado Visionaries
Stop by the Verrado Grille at 4242 N. Golf Drive, Buckeye, to join fellow businessmen in a West Valley networking group at 7 a.m. each Wednesday. For information, call 623-640-6268.
Children’s Christian Community Choir
The Church at Litchfield Park offers a free music program for children in kindergarten through fifth grade at 5:30 p.m. each Wednesday at 300 N. Old Litchfield Road. For information, call 623-935-3411.
Family Book Club
Litchfield Park Branch Library at 101 W. Wigwam Boulevard holds a monthly book club for children in third through fifth grade and their parents. Come down to the library from 6:30 to 7:30 p.m. to read a great book, discuss and en-
joy snacks and activities. Books will be provided for registered families. For information, call 602-652-3456.
Zumba at Fitness in the Park
Fitness in the Park is a free workout program that will feature a dynamic and aerobic Zumba dance from 6:30 to 7:30 p.m. Wednesdays at the Buckeye Sundance Park, 22865 W. Lower Buckeye Road. For information, call 623-349-6605.
Coffee with a Cop
Mingle with officers and representatives of the Goodyear Police Department from 8 to 9:30 a.m. at Oasis Bagels, 17650 W. Elliot Road, Goodyear.
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Al-Anon Stepping Stones
The Christ Presbyterian Church at 925 N. Sarival Avenue, Goodyear, hosts a weekly Al-Anon meeting at 7 p.m. Al-Anon seeks to support the friends and families of alcoholics. For information, call 623-882-0721.
Toddler Storytime
Bring children to the Tolleson Public Library at 9555 W. Van Buren Street, so they can hear picture books read aloud and play with other toddlers at 11 a.m. For information, call 623-936-2746.
Bosom Buddies
Bosom Buddies breast cancer support group meets from 6 to 8 p.m. each second Thursday of the month at the Christ Evangelical Lutheran Church, 918 S. Litchfield Road, Goodyear. For information, call 623-328-5494.
Goodyear Lions Club
Goodyear Lions Club provides free eye screenings, raises funds for veterans and their families, collects hearing aides and glasses and more. The service group meets at noon each second Thursday of the month at Haymaker, 1800 N. Litchfield Road, Goodyear. For information, call 623-455-3253.
Baby Time
Bring babies through age 2 for an interactive lap-sit program with books and music at 11:15 a.m. at the Goodyear Branch Library, 14455 W. Van Buren Street. For information, call 602-652-3000.
Arizona Science Center Icy Investigators
Children ages 3 to 8 are invited to learn about winter, snow and freezing with demonstrations using dry ice from 10 to 11 a.m. at Care1st Avondale Resource Center, 328 W. Western Avenue. Registration is required. For information, call 623333-2703.
Artists Reception: Keep it in the Family Fine Art Show
Enjoy live entertainment, light refreshments and mingling with local artists from 5:30 to 7 p.m. at Goodyear Branch Library, 14455 W. Van Buren Street. For information, call 623-882-7530.
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Annual Glitters: The Knightmare Before Christmas
The Westview Knights will host a free holiday celebration complete with performances, clubs, food trucks, games, a screening of Tim Burton’s The Nightmare Before Christmas and more from 6 to 9 p.m. at Westview High School, 10850 W. Garden Lakes Parkway, Avondale. For information, call 623478-4600.
Yoga at the Library
The White Tank Branch Library at 20304 W. White Tank Mountain Road, Waddell, will hold weekly yoga classes from 11:30 a.m. to 12:20 p.m. for adults and teens 12 and older to strengthen flexibility, improve posture and build concentration. For information, call 602-652-3000.
Master Gardener Q&A
Are you looking to improve your gardening skills? Master Gardener volunteers will be at the Litchfield Park Branch Library, 101 W. Wigwam Boulevard, at 10:30 a.m. to discuss rose care. For information, call 602-652-3000.
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St. Peter’s RePete Boutique
Stop by St. Peter’s Episcopal Church at 400 S. Old Litchfield Road, Litchfield Park, for casual and formal apparel, jewelry, books, household items and home décor between 9 a.m. and noon. For more information, call 623-935-3279.
Baseball Pancake Sale
Enjoy all the pancakes you can eat from 8 to 11 a.m. at Millennium High School, 14802 W. Wigwam Boulevard, Goodyear. The cost is $7.
Take Charge America Financial Fitness Workshop: Preparing for Taxes
Learn about tax deductions, exemptions, credits, how taxes are computed and how to prepare to file tax returns from 10 to 11 a.m. at Care1st Avondale Resource Center, 328 W. Western Avenue. Registration is required. For information, call 623-333-2703.
Gingerbread House Artist Reception
Sing Christmas carols, enjoy winter beverages and meet other gingerbread house artists from 10 to 11:30 a.m. at Goodyear Branch Library, 14455 W. Van Buren Street. For information, call 602-652-3000.
A Christmas Cause Toy Drive
Donate a new, unwrapped toy, make a $5 cash donation or donate online to be placed in a Microsoft Xbox One S raffle. Rapid Roses Flower Shop will host this Christmas Toy Drive from 8 a.m. to 2 p.m. at Tractor Supply Co., 2555 S. Miller Road, Buckeye. For information, visit rapidroses.com/events.
The Toys and More Project
Celebrate the holidays with a Holiday Fun Zone, breakfast and lunch, crafts for children, cookie decorating, pictures with Santa, entertainment and community resources from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. at Avondale Middle School, 1406 N. Central Avenue. Maricopa County Sheriff’s Office will hold an informational booth and will have a patrol car available for pictures.
Friends Jingle Bells Book Sale
Find great deals on a hard cover books, paperbacks and children’s books from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. at White Tank Branch Library, 20304 W. White Tank Mountain Road, Waddell. Prices range from 25 cents to $1.50. For information, call 602-652-3000.
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Baby Time
The Tolleson Public Library at 9555 W. Van Buren Street invites babies and their caregivers to an interactive play time at 10 a.m. For information, call 623-936-2746.
Hope
Stop by Christ Evangelical Lutheran Church’s Classroom C at 918 S. Litchfield Road, Goodyear, for the Hope support group from 5:30 to 7:30 p.m. The goal of the group is to provide help for those struggling with any mental disorder by sharing experiences and supporting others. For information, call 480-994-4407.
Avondale Annual Holiday Used Cooking Oil Drive
Mahoney Environmental and the city of Avondale are teaming up to collect used cooking oil at no cost to the city or its residents to prevent sewer blockages and use old oil to produce a clean, alternative fuel. People can drop off old cooking oil from 6 a.m. to 5 p.m. Monday through Thursday until the end of January 2019 at the Avondale Public Works Municipal Operations Service Center, 399 E. Lower Buckeye Road. For information, call 623-333-4402.
Craft it Up
Join fellow crafters in this needlework/knitting/crochet group at 11 a.m. and work on new or current projects at Sam Garcia Avenue Library, 495 E. Western Avenue, Avondale. Be sure to bring materials and a coffee mug. For information, call 623-333-2601.
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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.
Contemplative Prayer and Meditation
St. Peter’s Episcopal Church at 400 Old Litchfield Road, Litchfield Park, invites people desiring to deepen their meditation practice or try meditation for the first time to join them from 3 to 4 p.m. Sundays. All faiths are welcome. For information, call 623-935-3279.
Buckeye Stake Choir Christmas Program
Buckeye Stake Choir will share a Christmas program at 7 p.m. at Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints Chapel, 25800 W. Southern Avenue, Buckeye. For information, call 602-397-8483.
Handel’s Messiah Concert
The West Valley Chorale and the West Valley Symphony will share Handel’s Messiah at 3 p.m. at Valley Vista Performing Arts Center, 15550 N. Parkview Place, Surprise. Prices vary. For information, call 623-707-8844.
The American Legion Post 61 hosts bingo each Tuesday at 6:45 p.m. These bingo nights have 17 games including Quickie, Early Bird, Double Action and a $1,000 progressive game. Come down to 35 N. Dysart Road, Avondale, to support the area’s youth and veterans. For information, call 623-932-4960.
Buckeye Business Connection
Buckeye Chamber hosts the Buckeye Business Connection from 7:15 to 8:30 a.m. every Tuesday at the Chamber office at 508 E. Monroe Avenue. This group serves coffee and a light breakfast and networks with business members in the community. Each week, there will also be a different guest speaker. For information, call 623-386-2727.
Estrella Toastmasters
Visit a Toastmasters Community meeting to become a stronger public speaker and leader from 6:30 to 7:45 a.m. at the Southwest Valley Chamber of Commerce, 289 N. Litchfield Road, Goodyear. For information, call 602-391-5781.
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Agua Fria Toastmasters
Visit a Toastmasters Community meeting to become a stronger public speaker and leader from 6:15 to 7:30 p.m. at Mimi’s Cafe, 1220 N. Dysart Road, Goodyear. For information, call 775-250-0949.
Disciple Outreach Ministries Bible Study
Disciple Outreach Ministries, a non-denominational ministry, invites all to a Bible study at 7 p.m. each Wednesday at 10486 W. Emerald Lane, Avondale. For information, call 623-772-0144.
Teen Volunteer Wednesdays (Ages 12-18)
Teens looking to meet new friends and volunteer for school credit can meet at the Avondale Civic Center Library’s Volunteer Wednesdays from 5 to 7 p.m. at 11350 Civic Center Drive. For information, call 623-333-2602.
Needle and Thread
The Avondale Civic Center Library at 11350 W. Civic Center Drive invites adults to bring a coffee mug and materials to join fellow crafters for needlework, knitting and crocheting at 10 a.m. For information, call 623-333-2602.
Book Discussion Group
Pick up a copy of The Man Who Invented Christmas by Les Standiford before joining a book discussion at 1 p.m. at the Downtown Buckeye Public Library, 310 N. Sixth Street. For information, call 623-349-6300.
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Enjoy tea and coffee and meet fellow crafters and work on crochet, knitting or sewing projects. Come by the Goodyear Branch Library at 14455 W. Van Buren Street from 1:30 to 3 p.m. to join. For information, call 602-652-3000.
Holiday Luncheon
The city of Avondale Neighborhood and Family Services Department Active Adult Program invites guests to a holiday luncheon at 11 a.m. at Avondale Community Center, 1007 S. Third Street. A $2 donation is suggested for senior guests. Others may join for $5. For information, call 623-333-2705.
Adult Book Discussion
Stop by the Avondale Civic Center Library at 11350 Civic Center Drive to pick up and read a copy of Swamplandia! by Karen Russell before the library’s discussion at noon. For information, call 623333-2602.
Latin Dance Aerobics
Strengthen cardio fitness from 9 to 10 a.m. with a free dance class provided by the Dr. Saide Recreation Center at 1003 E. Eason Avenue, Buckeye. For information, call 623349-6350.
Code Club
The Buckeye Downtown Library invites kids ages 8 to 12 to come to 310 N. Sixth Street at 5 p.m. to learn to code python, html and scratch. Registration is required. For information, call 623-349-6300.
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WEST VALLEY VIEW NEWS | DECEMBER 12, 2018
Steakburger, Cookie Butter Concrete available at Freddy’s By West Valley View staff
The A.1. Chop House Steakburger and Cookie Butter Concrete have returned to Freddy’s Frozen Custard & Steakburgers through mid-January. The burger is cooked to order with two steakburger patties topped with grilled onions, sautéed mushrooms and white cheddar cheese. The burger is drizzled with A.1. and garlic sauce, and served on a homestyle bun. The Cookie Butter Concrete features vanilla frozen custard blended with cookie butter made from Belgian spice cookies. It’s topped with whipped cream and a cherry.
“The A.1. Chop House Steakburger is a classic steakhouse favorite that makes it a popular feature to our menu each year,” said Scott Redler, co-founder. “This year, we’re bringing it back along with the Cookie Butter Concrete. The cookie butter made from Belgian spice cookies makes for an irresistible treat for guests of all ages.” In addition to the seasonal menu items, with the purchase of a Freddy’s gift card of $25 or more, guests will receive their choice of a free bottle of Freddy’s Famous Steakburger & Fry Seasoning, Freddy’s Famous Fry Sauce or Freddy’s Famous Jalape-
no Fry Sauce. The gift card special is valid through December 24 at participating locations and at freddysusa. com only. Freddy’s is located at 1340 N. Litchfield Road in Goodyear. For more information about that restaurant, call 623-547-2563. Co-founded in 2002 by Redler and Bill, Randy and Freddy Simon, Freddy’s started in Wichita, Kansas. Today, more than 300 Freddy’s restaurants serve 31 states.
Freddy’s Frozen Custard & Steakburgers has brought back its A.1. Chop House Steakburger and Cookie Butter Concrete. (Photo courtesy Freddy’s Frozen Custard & Steakburgers)
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Goodyear mom, daughter bond over pageants By Christina Fuoco-Karasinski
Pinky Guerrero had everything going for her as a Millennium High School student. She was Arizona Teen 2007 in the National American Miss competition; Arizona’s Homecoming Queen 2007. It was a big year for the 2007 Millennium graduate. But things changed after her father, Rudy Fernandez, passed away from prostate cancer in 2008 when Guerrero was 18. She fell into a deep depression and suffered from anxiety. She retired from pageants and her career in film and television. “Pageants were a family thing,” said Guerrero of Goodyear. “After my last title, I got pregnant unexpectedly. I was a teen mom.” She and her boyfriend, now her husband, Ric Guerrero, moved to Las Vegas in 2008 and quickly became homeless. They returned to Arizona in 2009 to make amends with her mother. “I had to turn my life around. I had another life to be responsible for.” Pageants, including Royal International, came calling when they heard Guerrero was returning to the Valley. She was hesitant because of the emotions that may rise to the surface. But she agreed to participate with her 4-year-old daughter, Katelynn. “This was my first pageant since I came out of retirement,” she said. “My daughter showed an interest. She’s 4. We watch them together. When she said she wanted to try one, I said OK. I believe in letting my kids try something at least once. I couldn’t go back on my word. She said I should come out of retirement, too.” It paid off. Guerrero came home with the state title of 2019 Royal International Ms. Arizona at the recent pageant at Desert Edge High School in Goodyear. Her daughter was first runner-up in her category and received the title 2019 Royal International Miss Grand Canyon State Princess. They will travel to Florida in July to compete in the nationals. “I said whatever happens, it’s OK. We didn’t want her to be upset if we didn’t get anything,” she said. “They called her name and we were jumping up and down.” They participated in two different divisions. The pageant has optionals
and requirements. Among the optional categories are a fashion show and volunteer efforts. The requirements are formal evening wear, personal onstage introduction and personal interview. Guerrero has found peace after her father’s death, when she rebelled. She lost her faith because she believed God took away her father. “I was butting heads with my mom, too,” she said. “My mom’s house went into foreclosure. I was pregnant at the height of my career. I was working as a Coyotes cheerleader. “I had a lot going on. I worked for Disneyland, too. It was too much to be pregnant at that moment.” She and Ric left for Vegas to live with his family. “Lucky, after six months living in Las Vegas, I decided to come home to Arizona,” she said. “I didn’t want to raise my child in the circumstances I was in. It wasn’t stable.” She and her mother have worked out their differences. The Guerreros are the parents of 9-year-old Skyler-Ian, 7-year-old Spencer and 4-year-old Katelynn. “Skyler was my blessing in disguise,” she said. “He turned my life around.” Guerrero is a represented talent in Arizona, she has appeared in commercials, various print work such as Levi’s, and worked alongside celebrities such as Topher Grace and Anna Farris. Among her achievement is working as on-air personality Pinky G. Guerrero graduated with her Bachelor of Science degree in marketing from Grand Canyon University on October 20. She plans to pursue a master’s degree in digital marketing in the spring. She works for the Arizona Coyotes as a team member in the Hockey Development Department. Her duties include promoting the Arizona Coyotes and Tucson Roadrunners through various off-ice and on-ice clinics, as well as coaching Arizona’s youth in ice hockey. “The whole family plays hockey,” she said. “My husband was my kindergarten classmate in Skokie, Illinois. We’re mutual Blackhawks fans. I graduated college and we have our own home. Life isn’t always rainbows and butterflies.”
Pinky Guerrero and her daughter, Katelynn, recently participated in the Royal International pageant. (Photo courtesy Pinky Guerrero)
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James Rhodenhiser looking forward to St. Peter’s role By Christina Fuoco-Karasinski
The Rev. James Rhodenhiser has a simple goal when begins his role as rector at St. Peter’s Episcopal Church in Litchfield Park in early January. “I want to help build good things with the people of St. Peter’s,” Rhodenhiser said. “I want to get to know people well. I would discern goals by working with the people there at St. Peter’s. I know they want to grow in their capacity to serve the community and live out their faith. I want to help them do both of those things.” He comes to St. Peter’s from St. Clare’s of Assisi Episcopal Church in Ann Arbor, Michigan, where he has been rector/senior pastor since 2003. Rhodenhiser has also served parishes in California and Maine, and was the youth missioner of the Episcopal Diocese of Maine. “We’ve loved everywhere we’ve lived and they’ve all been different,” said Rhodenhiser, who has five children with his wife, Jayin Wavrik.
James Rhodenhiser and his wife, Jayin Wavrik, have five children. They are moving from Michigan to Litchfield Park so he can assume duties at St. Peter’s Episcopal Church. (Photo courtesy The Rev. James Rhodenhiser)
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Litchfield man lends support to transplant team By Carrie Snider
The last thing Litchfield Park resident Robert Brink expected was that he’d be on the receiving end of another person’s donated organ. But thanks to a new liver, he’s had a second chance at life. “I never thought it would happen to me,” he said. “I wake up in the morning thanking God I’m still here.” To celebrate, Brink recently attended in the biannual Donate Life Transplant Games of America in Salt Lake City, Utah. The Transplant Games are a way for anyone touched by a transplant – from recipients to donors and their families – to connect with others and work toward their goals. At the games, there is a plethora of events from table tennis to swimming to poker to golf. Pickleball was new this year. It was Brink’s fourth time taking part in the games. He looks forward to training for his events, getting to-
Litchfield Park resident Robert Brink couldn’t compete in the Donate Life Transplant Games of America, but he did support others, like these participants, at the Salt Lake City event. (West Valley View photo by Transplant Team Arizona)
gether with the Arizona team members, fundraising, and then attending. This year, however, he couldn’t compete because he’s on dialysis and
awaiting a new kidney. “It was disappointing not to play in the games. But I went to offer moral support to my team.” One of the games’ most important accomplishments is sharing stories of how transplants save lives. Hopefully, that encourages others to register to be organ donors, he said. According to the U.S. Department of Health & Human Services, over 114,000 people were on the transplant waiting list in 2017, while just 34,770 transplants were performed that year. Every day, 20 people die waiting for a transplant. While 95 percent of U.S. adults support organ donation, only 54 percent have signed up as donors. Zoe Severyn, executive director New Life Society and AZ Transplant
Team in Phoenix, said the Transplant Games were started by the Kidney Foundation to show what life can be like after donation and encourage donation. Severyn said the games are a lot like the Olympics in that there are opening and closing ceremonies, and teams are divided by state. This year people of all ages attended, from a 3-year-old heart recipient who received a silver medal in the 25-meter dash, on up to participants in their 70s. “I went to observe with the Arizona team,” she said. “The opening ceremonies were overwhelming because there are so many people who transplants have touched; not just the recipient, but the donor family, friends, care givers. You connect with other people and tell their stories.” Receiving an organ donation is a huge blessing for the recipient, but it’s also fraught with a lot of scary moments. Being around others who have gone through the same kinds of experiences helps with healing. That’s another reason why the games are so important. “Heart recipients have a big scar and they always keep that covered,” Severyn said. “But when you’re at the Transplant Games, it’s OK.” The next Transplant Games are in 2020 in New Jersey. To help the Arizona team get there, donate at transplantteamaz.org. For more information about how you can help transplant recipients, live donors and caregivers in Arizona, visit newlifesociety.org. To sign up to be an organ donor, visit donatelifeaz.org.
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Christmas in the Park Litchfield Park kicked off its holiday season with Christmas in the Park, which happened the first Saturday of December at the Litchfield Park Town Center. Festivalgoers were invited to partake in a craft show, parade, real snow, kids’ activities, visits with Santa, live entertainment, Elf’s Alley and food. 1. The Baskin Robbins mascot, Coney, greets children at the Christmas in the Park Parade in Litchfield Park; 2. What’s a Christmas party without Santa Claus?; 3. Jacob Greene from Morrissette Tae Kwon Do demonstrates how to break a block; 4. Goodyear Mayor Georgia Lord greets Christmas in the Park attendees; 5. Kids sing for the crowd at Christmas in the Park; 6. Ballet Folklorico Esperanza was one of the top attractions; 7. Miss Verrado Bella Basoco, 4, is ready for the parade.
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WEST VALLEY VIEW NEWS | DECEMBER 12, 2018
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It is 9 a.m. on Saturday, and most would think high schoolers at this time would be putting a pause on all thoughts of school and learning. However, for students in the Young Engineers Shape the World program (YesW), this is a time to explore all sides of Tolleson Union High School juniors Anthony Bernal, and Natalie Jimenez participate in Young Engiengineering through hands-on left, neers Shape the World (YesW). (Photo courtesy Tolleson experiments and collabora- Union High School District) tions with professionals. The ASU-created YesW Michele Wilson, the curriculum digives high school students the oppor- rector for Tolleson Union High School, tunity to learn about the subject deep- said YesW is a great way for students to er than in a typical classroom. educate themselves on the multifaceted Tolleson Union High School ju- elements of engineering early on, as the nior Natalie Jimenez has been at- industry’s intricacies grow. tending the YesW program since “We have a lot of complex probSeptember. Inspired by her uncle, lems in the future that are going to Jimenez is interested in pursuing a have to be solved that are probably mechanical engineering career. She going to require people that are very said the Saturday hands-on work- well-skilled in (engineering) fields,” shops help develop problem-solving Wilson said. “I think it is incumbent skills. To her surprise, the program on all of us to look into the future helps in other ways. and have everybody well-prepared.” “I’m not a person who socializes YesW hosts “Evenings with Engimuch,” she said. “It’s (YesW) al- neers,” during which engineers talk lowed me to become a better per- to students about their careers and son and be able to speak out and be journeys. louder with what I want to say.” “We want to show them there are The weekly program allows the a lot of engineers out there that come prospective engineers to gauge their from similar background as them preferences. Tolleson Union High and that they can actually become School junior Anthony Bernal said engineers,” Preble said. he’s discovered his interests. The program also offers mentor“I wanted to experience and see if ship opportunities with ASU stuengineering was for me and right now, dents. ASU engineering student I feel like it is,” he said. “I want to get Amy Holladay has been a mentor into environmental engineering.” for a year and a half and said the stuYesW focuses on promoting di- dents’ engagement is inspiring. versity within the engineering indusShe said despite students being try. Program coordinator Lauren there early on a Saturday morning, Preble said YesW was created to be they are always active and interested. female-centric, but became nonex“I have never seen a student not enclusive. They do aim to bring in pu- gaged,” said Holladay, a junior. “I’ve pils from diverse backgrounds, spe- always noticed that every student will cifically girls and Title 1 students, to always get something out of it.” show they have endless possibilities While this program is still fairly in the engineering world. new, Preble said she can see it exThe program partners with dis- panding, as the need for well-roundtricts in Tolleson, Chandler, Tempe ed engineers grows. and Phoenix. Tolleson Union High “There is a growing need for diSchool is one of the newest additions versity in engineering,” Preble said. to YesW’s list of partners, having “We hope YesW can help with that, joined this year. even in smallest of ways.”
Four Palo Verde Elementary School students earned perfect scores on the AZ Merit Assessment for the 2017/2018 school year. Silvana Urtiz, Jazmin Monge, Ricardo Monge and Jeffray Caldwell each earned 100 percent on one of their subject knowledge exams. Urtiz aced English language arts, also known as ELA. Jazmin Monge, Ricardo Monge and Caldwell earned perfect scores on math exams. From left are Ricardo Monge, Jazmin Monge, Silvana Urtiz and Jeffray Caldwell. (Photo courtesy Palo Verde Elementary School)
Westside Rec Program hosts Christmas party By West Valley View staff
The Westside Recreational Program and its volunteers will treat select children from Avondale, Cashion, Goodyear and Tolleson to a Christmas party on Saturday, December 15, at Littleton Elementary School. The afternoon will be filled with games, food and entertainment. At the party, each child will have an opportunity to visit with Santa Claus, who arrives on a fire truck, and receive presents. After lunch, 145 new bicycles will be presented to the first-, second- and third-grade children. In Style Salon of JCPenney and Big Fellas Barber Shop will offer free haircuts. Last year the Westside Recreational Program hosted 125 low-income families and served more than 500 meals. This year, 145 families have been selected to participate. The Westside Recreational Program, in
cooperation with the Avondale, Littleton, Liberty and Tolleson elementary school districts, selected 145 boys and girls based on good attendance, positive attitude, performance in the classroom and family income status. The organization has served the West Valley for 50 years, helping children succeed in sports and in the classroom. In 2014, the Avondale Elementary School District presented the Westside Recreational Program with the Community Partnership Award. Local businesses and groups are encouraged to set up booths and displays filled with age-appropriate prizes for children ages 12 and younger. The Christmas event is supported by the local business community, including Walmart, UFCW Local 99, Goodies Glass, Escamilla Law Group, R-Stucco, Western Container Corp., Swift Charities and Chasse Building Team.
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OBITUARIES Racheal Miranda
Maria Hernandez Mata Maria Hernandez Mata, 92, Cashion, passed away peacefully in her home, on November 18, 2018. She was born to Florentina and Mateo Mata on October 11, 1926 in China, Texas. She was a retired seamstress and longtime parishioner of St. William Church. She is survived by her niece, Alice Samarripa and Ruben Samarripa and many loving cousins. Funeral mass was held December 11 at St. William Church, 11025 W 3rd St, Cashion followed by burial at Holy Cross Cemetery, Avondale.
Jean Herzog Jean Herzog, age 76 of Phoenix, died December 3, 2018 in Surprise. She was born June 10, 1942 in Hannibal, MO to John and Velda Rowden. Jean was the youngest daughter in her family of seven children and had four brothers and 2 sisters. As a young woman, Jean loved getting into mischief with her older sisters. She met a young, hardworking man named Victor as she and her boyfriend were giving him a ride back and forth to work in December of 1960. They were married in February of 1961. Though it seemed to be a whirlwind romance, their marriage lasted 57 years, 10 months and one day, and produced four children. Generous, loving and caring, Jean was born to be a mother. Not only did she raise her four children, but she and Victor welcomed more than 30 other individuals into their family over the years, giving them food, shelter, love and support. Jean was ready to take in anyone on a moment’s notice; friends instantly became a part of her family. Her home was always full of hugs, not handshakes, and everyone was loved unconditionally. Jean is survived by her husband, Victor L. Herzog; daughter, Tina Troyanek (Dave); sons, Victor (Roy) Herzog, Bert Herzog (Sonya), and David Herzog; sister, Alma Billington; brothers, Thomas and Richard Rowden; and nine grandchildren, Stephanie (Pete), Josh, Ashley, Alexa, Alyssa, Alison (Carlos), Easton, Camille, and Noelle. She was preceded in death by her parents, John and Velda Rowden. A visitation will be held at 10:30 am, followed by a funeral service at 11:45 am, Tuesday, December 11, 2018 at Christ Church of the Valley, 15025 N 19th Ave, Phoenix, AZ 85023. Burial will take place at 1:30 pm at the National Memorial Cemetery of Arizona, 23029 N Cave Creek Rd, Phoenix, AZ 85024. Immediately following the graveside service will be an Open House reception at Christ Church Assembly of God, 22225 N 27th Ave, Phoenix, AZ 85027. Condolences for the family may be left at www.ThompsonFuneralChapel.com.
Racheal Miranda was born March 14, 1939 in San Antonio, TX. She passed away on November 3rd, 2018 Racheal lived in Arizona for 56 years and she leaves behind three adult children Juan, Rosemarie, Andrew; four siblings; nine grandchildren; 22 great grandchildren and six great great grandchildren.
Joshua Michael Goggans Joshua Michael Goggans, age 40 of Avondale, died November 30, 2018. He was born April 29, 1978 in Denver, CO. He is survived by his son and a loving family. A memorial service will be held at 1:00 pm, Saturday, December 15, 2018 at Thompson Funeral Chapel, 926 S. Litchfield Road, Goodyear, AZ 85338. Condolences for the family may be left at www.ThompsonFuneralChapel.com.
Janice Ann Glaefke Janice Ann Glaefke passed away peacefully in her sleep on December 2, 2018. She was born on November 4, 1940 in Cleveland, Ohio to the late Norman T. Glaefke and Edna E. Seidel. Janice came to the Goodyear area at age 4 with her parents. Janice attended the Avondale Schools and graduated from Agua Fria High School where she was active in 4-H as a member and leader. After graduating from Northern Arizona University Janice became a teacher in the Avondale School District where she taught fourth grade for most of her 33 years in teaching. Janice was a member of Avondale Education Association, National Education Association, Avondale Women’s Club, and the Foxy Granny Red Hatters. Janice is survived by a nephew, Roger Albert Glaefke (Natalie)and 2 grand nephews. She is also survived by numerous friends and countless children whose lives she touched over the past 45 years. She was never far from her cat friends. She is preceded in death by her parents, her sister Constance, and her brother Roger. A Memorial Service will be held at 2:00 p.m., Wednesday, December 12, 2018, Menke Funeral & Cremation Center, 12420 North 103rd Avenue, Sun City, AZ 85351. Memorial donations may be made to the Arizona Humane Society or animal rescue in Janice’s name. Condolences may be shared at www.menkefuneralhome.com
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623-332-0672 www.GGDesignRemodeling.com
Licensed • Bonded • Insured
623-293-7095 623-293-7095
Licensed * Bonded * Insured ROC #271402
License #ROC209589
PLUMBING
POOL SERVICES
ROOFING
HAMILTON & HAMILTON
TRIPLE WE DO IT ALL!
Estrella Custom Designs
Plumbing & Drain Cleaning
U.S.A.F. Retired. 25+ Yrs. Exp.
24 Hr. Service Plumbing Service & Repair Sewer & Drain Cleaning Free Estimates Free Plumbing Inspection
Remodel • All Repairs Cleaning SVC “No Nonsense” www.triplerpool.com Licensed Contractor ROC C-37-120135 • ROC C-05-159059
“1 Call & We Do It All”
623-322-9100
Licensed • Bonded • Insured ROC 229722 • PORA & HOA Gold Member
triplerpool@gmail.com
623-935-9221
Built Stronger to Last Longer
PLUMBING
Honest Integrity Value
Locally & Veteran Owned
FREE SERVICE CALL
Water Heaters • Drain Cleaning • Faucets/Sinks • Slab Leaks Water Softeners • Toilets • Garbage Disposals
SENIOR DISCOUNTS •MILITARY DISCOUNTS 15% OFF Any Plumbing Repair Call for details. Some restrictions may apply. Exp 1/31/19
Free Plumbing Inspection Call for details. Some restrictions may apply. Exp 1/31/19
125 OFF
$
ROC#273001 • 0 STRIKES • INSURED & BONDED
New Roofs & Reroofs
Repairs, Coatings, Walk Decks Home New Build or Renovate
623-688-5243 www.theplumberguy.com Licensed • Bonded • Insured ROC 185143, 192987
602-622-2859 623-936-5775 We raise the roof with our quality, service and value!
All types of roofing! Re-Roofs New Roofs • Repairs
FREE ESTIMATES! 26 Years Experience in the Valley! ROC Lic. #133241 • Bonded • Insured
AZ’s Best Roofing All Types of Roofs New Roofs All Repairs & Coatings Total Rubber Roof Systems Same Day Service All Work Guaranteed Residential & Commercial
FREE Estimates
AIR CONDITIONING
AZ MAD Heating & Cooling
All Makes & Models Free 2nd Opinions • Free Equipment Quotes
35.00 CHECK-UP
$
Phoenix Metro Area
ROC#212627
Family Owned & Operated Not afraid to work weekends Get out of the crowd and join the family! TREE SERVICES
UPHOLSTERY
Estimate Today! Best Prices!
Commercial & Residential Expert Custom Upholstery Since 1976
Irrigation Replace & Repair Leaks, Bad Valves or Just a Tune Up
DAVID’S UPHOLSTERY (623)
623-293-2648
FALL/WINTER SPECIALS
602-635-0011
ROOFING
Accepting all major credit cards. Licensed & Insured
35 Years Experience in the Valley
FREE ESTIMATES
Almeida Roofing Inc.
623-522-9322 ROC#286561
All Types of Roofing
FREE
ESTIMATES!!!!!
602-743-3175 www.almeidaroofing.com Licensed • Bonded • Insured ROC # 215758
FREE Estimates
Tree Trimming • Removals Stump Grinding • Cleanups We Do Everything
EstrellaCustomDesigns.com
Painting & More
Same Day Service
24 HR. EMERGENCY SERVICE
623-444-0056
Kitchens Concrete Flooring
NO EXTRA $$$ FOR AFTER RS, WEEKENDHSOU OR HOLIDAYS!
623-535-8000
Why Settle With the Rest When You Have The Best!
Additions Garages Patios
Water Heater Install Call for details. Some restrictions may apply. Exp 1/31/19
ROOFING
ROOFING
Remodels • Repairs Leaks • Toilets Water Softeners Gas • Sink/Faucets
AS LOW AS $45 PER ISSUE ASK US HOW!
Inc.
PLUMBING
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Fully insured. We carry work insurance on all employees
872-3047
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www.fastflowplumbingandair.com Water Heater • Water Treatments • Faucets/Toilets • Leak locating Drain Cleaning • Heating • Air Conditioning • Air Purification Gas Pipe Repairs & Installation
STORAGE Rainbow Storage Truck, RV & Boat Storage 4 Acres Gated • Locked
Wayne Karstetter Cell: 208-481-2000 7331 S. Rainbow Rd. Buckeye, AZ 85326
24 hour Service (No Extra $)
6500
$
Senior & Military Discounts
Drain Cleaning with Guarantee
75 off Any NEW Water Heater Install $
SEWER CAMERA INSPECTIONS
FREE ESTIMATES
Family Locally Owned & Operated • 20 Years Experience Complimentary Plumbing Inspection with Any Repair
623-299-7111
Licensed • Bonded • Insured • 234804 & 234805
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WEST VALLEY VIEW NEWS | DECEMBER 12, 2018
LOWE$T TA X LOWE$T PRICE
OUR GIFT TO YOU!! 2018 FORD F-150 SUPER CAB 4X4 MSRP
52,800 -
$
30% DISC
15,840
$
2018 FORD F-150 SUPER CREW XLT
30% OFF
• XLT Sport Appear Pkg • 36 Gal Fuel Tank • Trailer Tow Pkg • Fx4 Off Road • Navigation • 5.0L V-8 • Much More!
MSRP
46,140 -
$
ON SELECT 2018 F-150’s
36,960 *
$
30% DISC
13,842
$
• 18” Chrome PVD Wheels • Class IV Trailer Hitch • XLT Chrome Pkg • Rear Camera • 5.0L V-8 • Much More!
32,298 *
$
STK# 18062
2018 FORD FUSION SE • Pwr DVR/Pass Seat • Rear Camera • SE Tech Pkg • Sync 3 Pkg • Sirius/XM • Much More! STK# 18517
30,235 -
$
25% DISC
7,559
$
• Spare Wheel & Tire • Sync w/ App Links • Rear Camera • LTD Slip • 311 HP • Much More!
24,385 -
25% DISC
6,096
$
18,289
$
*
25% OFF
• Premium Alum Wheels • Leather Trim Seats • Sync Connect • Rear Camera • Navigation • Much More!
22,676 *
$
- PLUS -
ON SELECT 2018 FORDS
2018 FORD ESCAPE SEL ECOBOOST MSRP
2018 FORD MUSTANG ECOBOOST
MSRP
$
STK# 18102
STK# 18463
26,985 -
25% DISC
6,746
$
20,239 *
$
2018 FORD EDGE SEL MSRP
39,515 -
$
25% DISC
9,879
$
• Hands Free Tailgate • SPT Appear Pkg • 19” SPT Wheels • Remote Start • Navigation • Much More!
29,636 *
$
STK# 18292
MSRP
$
STK# 18073
Our Gift To You! - 20 Deals Under $15K! 2012 KIA SOUL BASE
2013 FORD FOCUS SE
#18447A Priced To Sell! . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . $
#18140A Nice! Priced Right! . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . $
2005 BUICK LESABRE CUSTOM
4,512
#18362B Only 75K Miles! . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . $
4,712
2007 CHEVY SILVERADO 2500HD
#18449A 4x4! Great Work Truck! . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . $
2007 FORD EXPEDITION EL EDDIE BAUER
#18423B Sharp! Lifetime Powertrain Included! . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . $
2007 FORD EDGE SEL
5,412
2013 NISSAN ALTIMA 2.5 SV
2017 NISSAN VERSA SEDAN S PLUS
#P8075A 3rd Row, Rear A/C! . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . $
5,612
#18060A 1 Owner! Great Condition! . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . $
2007 HONDA CIVIC LX
5,812
#P8159A Low Miles! . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . $
6,112 8,712 8,812 9,812
#P8212 Like New! Low Miles! . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . $
2016 CHEVY IMPALA LIMITED LT
9,912
#T8189 Low Miles! Priced To Sell! . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . $
2015 KIA OPTIMA LX
10,812
#X8166 Sharp! Must See! . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . $
2012 FORD FUSION SE
10,812
#18262A Only 50K Miles! . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . $
2014 VOLKSWAGEN PASSAT SE
12,712
#T8165 Only 29K Miles! . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . $
2011 FORD EXPLORER XLT
12,912
#T8093A Loaded w/ Equippment! . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . $
2013 BMW 128i
12,912
#P8144 Only 34K Miles! . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . $
24600 W. YUMA ROAD, BUCKEYE JUST SOUTH OF I-10 BETWEEN MILLER AND WATSON ROADS
623.386.4429 | JONESFORDBUCKEYE.COM *Must Qualify and Finance through Ford Motor Credit Financing. All sales prices and offers cannot be combined with any other offers or promotions. Prices subject to change. All vehicles subject to prior sale. Prices and lease payments do not include sales tax, license, $349.00 dealer doc fee and any dealer add-ons. Prices valid through 12/18/2018. See dealer for details.
2013 FORD EDGE LIMITED
13,812
#18596A 1 Owner! Loaded! . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . $
2015 HYUNDAI TUCSON SE
14,212
#P8221 Must See! Sharp! . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . $
2013 FORD FLEX LIMITED w/ ECOBOOST
14,612
#T8138N Rare! AWD, EcoBoost! . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . $
2017 KIA OPTIMA LX
14,812
#P8213 Low Miles! Like New! . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . $
2014 NISSAN MAXIMA 3.5 SV
14,912
#P8176 Priced To Sell! Must See! . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . $