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NEWS................................ 3 Kick-Off Party team names Armer Foundation a beneficiary.
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Hotel on E. La Puente Avenue near Elliot Road and the I-10 and the massive Upper Canyon development along Chandler Boulevard between 19th and 27th avenues. The latter includes 329 apartment units along with 1,050 single-family homes and 150 townhouses. It and the Quinn Ahwatukee apartments already have city approvals. The third project was the subject of an online neighborhood meeting Nov. 1 conducted by developer Everest Holdings and its partner,
PB Bell, which would raze the two-building office complex at 15210 S. 50th St. In its place about 1,500 feet south of the southeast corner of 50th and Ray, the developers would build four three-story buildings and two four-story buildings housing what they call “highly amenitized” apartments aimed at “high-earning” single professionals and couples.
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n Ahwatukee veteran is one of nine Veterans Grand Marshals leading the 26th annual Phoenix Veterans Day Parade Friday. The parade steps off at ll a.m. Nov. 11 at E. Montebello and N. Central avenues. The parade’s host, Honoring America’s Veterans, estimates there are 511,000 veterans in Maricopa County. As in years past, the seven Grand Marshals represent veterans from every foreign war or conflict from World War II through Afghanistan. Thomas Tostenson, a 22-year Ahwatukee resident along with his wife of five years – retired U.S. Army Medical Corps physician
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Ahwatukee resident Thomas Tostenson was a U.S. Navy chaplain during the Cold War and his wife, Dr. Martha Bauder, is a retired U.S. Army Medical Corps physician. Thomas is one of nine Veterans Grand Marshals leading the 26th annual Phoenix Veterans Day Parade Friday. (Courtesy of Thomas Tostenson)
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ith the final countdown on for the Ahwatukee Festival of Lights Kick-Off Party on Nov. 19, the committee planning the event has named the Foothills Community Association a beneficiary and the Armer Foundation for Kids its charity partner. Moved from its long-time date of the Saturday after Thanksgiving, the Kick-Off Party will run from 11 a.m. to 10 p.m. Nov. 19 at Desert Foothills Park, 1010 E. Marketplace Way. Called off the last two years because of the pandemic, the party is returning with a revamped Marketplace Street. It will have “a much more delicate focus on local artisans, providing a holiday arts and crafts shopping experience,” said committee member Morgan Vanderwall. Over 40 local businesses will showcase their crafts, arts and gift items. “Board member Kimberly Bolton has been incredible in helping to transform Marketplace Street this year to a more holiday-focused shopping experience for guests,” said Rafael Issac, FOL board president. “As Ahwatukee’s largest event, we are very excited to showcase many local vendors and businesses during our KickOff party in a few weeks.” There will be two shopping areas this year: Santa’s Workshop, will be located near Candy Cane Lane and offer kids gifts while adult holiday gifts can be found on Marketplace Street. Among the vendors is Prickly Pear Market, owned by Ahwatukee resident Kathi Chamoun, who started creating handcrafted items in 2020 as an outlet during the pandemic. She specializes in handcrafted, curated tumblers/cups, apparel and accessories such as keychains and ornaments. Another vendor is Marlene Kanehailua, owner of The Cami Girl in the Fry’s Plaza on Chandler Bouelvard, specializing in boutique seamless clothing made by NIKIBIKI, which are all made in the USA, all one size and fit all body shapes. She will be showcasing a great mix of leggings, shirts, dresses and accessories out at the
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Kick-Off party. Festival goers can take their charcuterie boards, sandwiches, pastries and family recipes to the next level with a touch of local magic. Morgan Wilke with The Kitchen Witch will have a slew of jams, jellies and fruit butters made with locally sourced products. Big Red’s Hot Sauce, a family-owned company in Phoenix , will be selling eight hot sauces ranging from mango-mustard to smoky bacon jalapeño from mild to molten. Paul and Tasia Ford, the husband-andwife team behind Big Red’s, have crafted “Arizona-style” hot sauces for 11 years. Big Red’s has won some serious awards, and extra cool factor, Paul and Tasia grow their own peppers rather than sourcing. Local artist Sandra Marshall will bring her mobile studio with DIY instruction canvases to paint for the day. Additional vendors in Santa’s Workshop include light ups, accessories and toys from Steve’s Toys, cups, beanies, scrunchies and tie die goodies from and more. The Armer Foundation For Kids is a nonprofit organization dedicated to easing the financial burdens of families with children
The Festival of Lights Committee includes, from left, First row: Morgan Vanderwall, Kimberly Bolton, Dawn Matesi, Alexandra Hughes. Second row: Chris Kracht, board President Rafi Isaac and Janine Moeller. Not pictured is Maria Reyes-Smith. (David Minton/Staff Photographer) battling extreme medical conditions. When health insurance is not enough, they assist with copays premiums deductibles and any medical-related out-of-pocket expenses. Jennifer and Matt Armer founded the Ahwatukee-based foundation in 2019 as “a small mom and pop foundation.” Vanderwall noted “The couple has had
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an extraordinary effect on the lives of so many children and their families in just five years.” Proceeds from the party also benefit the Armer Foundation and the Foothills Community Association, who is now responsible for the light display along Chandler Boulevard during the holiday season.
To learn more about The Armer Foundation for Kids visit armerfoundation.org or call 480-257-3254. The Kick-Off party is officially celebrating its 25th anniversary this year after a two-year hiatus after a very successful return of the Beer and Wine festival last June. The Festival of Lights was founded in 1995 as a nonprofit to raise money to fund the annual million light display along Chandler Boulevard during the holiday season. Since 2020, The Festival of the Lights has morphed into a charitable organization with a broader purpose as the committee is no longer responsible for the lights, which now falls on the Foothills Community Association. The Marketplace is not the only revamped Kick-Off Party feature. Also remodeled is the popular tavern/ beer garden sponsored Ahwatukee restaurant and brewery, WCKD Brewery, which marks its second anniversary this weekend. The larger beer garden will showcase a sports bar feel with TV’s for college football viewing, craft food and beer from local WCKD Brewery and a variety of
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wines from different regions curated by a local sommelier, champagne and seltzers. Drink tickets will be $7, or 3 for $20. The Food Truck Trail will include Hot Bamboo, Chick-Fil-A, Cuties Lemonade, Paradise Brothers Funnel Cakes, Mini Donuts and Treats, Pita Jungle, Water and Ice Ahwatukee, I Dream of Weenies and Dominos. The entertainment stage will also be a main focus this year including quality headlining live music from local bands.
Community performances will be from 11AM-1PM, and live music until 10PM with DJ and local bands Lil’ Debbie Band and Calico. FOL is still community volunteers, event sponsors and Classic Car submissions. Sponsors for the 2022 Festival of Lights Kick-off Party include: San Tan Ford, WCKD Brewery, Safeway, PostNet, Canopy Mortgage, Realtor Dawn Matesi, Big O Tires, Buessing, Blaze Media, Vanderwall PR, Annette Holmes and AFN. To volunteer or learn more: FOLAZ. org.
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uary, that effectively would force schools to cut 36% of what they were planning to spend in the last half of the school year. “A lot of schools will be shut down,’’ said Chuck Essigs, lobbyist for the Arizona Association of School Business Officials, as the law requires those cuts to be spread among all schools, large and small. Hoffman said the need for immediate action by lawmakers is acute. “They’ve already waited far too long and this issue needs to be addressed immediately,’’ she said. Hoffman said legislative inaction “is strangling the decision making of our school leaders who want to move forward with budgeting and want to be implementing the additional funds the legislature allocated last session.’’ “They want to put that money into teacher raises and operational needs,’’ she said. It isn’t just Hoffman who wants to avoid that possibility with a more immediate solution. “This is the only issue with which I agree with Kathy Hoffman,’’ said Tom Horne, the Republican candidate running against Hoffman. And Horne said he’s not convinced that the plan by GOP leaders to shelve the discussion until next year is a good idea. “It’d be a lot safer if they do it now,’’ he said. The limit was approved by voters in 1980. Based on figures at that time, it is adjusted annually for inflation and student population growth. What is causing the current problem is the convergence of several unusual factors. First, the limit is always based on the prior year’s school numbers. Enrollment remains down due to COVID. The bigger problem is actually due to one the legislature created in seeking to provide financial help. In 2000, voters approved Proposition 301 to levy a 0.6-cent sales tax to fund education, including teacher salaries, for 20 years. Voters exempted those revenues from the aggregate expenditure limit.
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Facing expiration of that tax, lawmakers agreed in 2018 to a new, identical levy to pick up when the old one expired. That would keep the money flowing through 2041 without interruption. Only thing is, the Legislature never exempted what the new levy would raise from the expenditure limit. Essigs said that alone amounts to anywhere from $600 million to $800 million of the money now coming into schools. Moreover, to balance the budget last decade, lawmakers cut dollars from various capital funding accounts. With the state flush in revenues, those accounts are now fully funded. But the additional dollars that were restored to schools also helped to push total statewide expenditures above the constitutional limit. Lawmakers can and have raised the limit in prior years, but each time only on a one-year basis, and each time waiting until there were just months remaining in the school year. Essigs said there are dangers in waiting until next year in hopes there will be the votes to waive the limit for the current school year. And it starts with the anticipated turnover of lawmakers. “We’re going to have a lot of new people at the legislature,’’ he said. And Essigs said while there was an understanding among the lawmakers who approved the current education budget
to follow up and raise the limit, many who are familiar with that arrangement – which does not exist anywhere in writing – will be gone. Complicating that is the requirement for a two-thirds vote. “You’re going to have a whole bunch of new people, depending on what happens next Tuesday, who have not addressed this problem before,’’ Essigs said. “Hopefully they will understand the problem,’’ he continued. “But I don’t see that there’s any guarantee.’’ House Minority Leader Reginald Bolding, D-Laveen, who also will be gone next year, said he hasn’t given up hope there will be a special session to address the problem. “Hopefully, after the election, cooler heads prevail and we can actually get this thing done,’’ he said. And Bolding said it’s only appropriate that the current crop of lawmakers deal with the issue. “This Legislature is the one that approved the spending,’’ he said. “So we need to go ahead and finish the next step.’’ Bolding also said he believes that twothirds of lawmakers would vote to approve the waiver if a special session is called and the item is put up for a vote. That, however, would be contingent on Ducey, who also will not be back next year, who has the power to call lawmakers back to the Capitol to address the issue. Hoffman said the lawmakers who want to address the issue now are being “hamstrung’’ by his inaction.
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members. But in a 50-page ruling, Judge Steven Logan said it restricts the speech of the defense team and their ability to represent their clients. He also said it improperly favors prosecutors who face no such restrictions. The judge said that voiding enforcement of the law does not impair the Victims Bill of Rights. He said victims and family members remain free not to speak with defense attorneys. And Logan said there is ample evidence that victims are made aware of their rights. Logan also called the law unnecessary. He pointed out that other states have similar protections for victims from having to speak with defense lawyers. Arizona is the only state which makes them deal with this additional hurdle and inserts the ability of prosecutors to refuse to forward any correspondence from the defense team. Finally, he noted, there is no evidence there is – or ever was – a problem that required state lawmakers to enact such a re-
striction on the rights of defense attorneys to approach victims. “In fact, the chief counsel for the criminal division at the Arizona Attorney General’s Office testified that he was not even aware of defense teams contacting victims prior to the statute’s passage,’’ Logan said. He noted the law does not apply to victims in federal criminal cases, nor to cases pending in other states with victims who reside in Arizona. “There is no evidence that those victims endure disrespectful or harassing conduct from defense attorneys,’’ Logan wrote. The lawsuit was brought by the American Civil Liberties Union on behalf of Arizona Attorneys for Criminal Justice, an organization of defense lawyers. In filing suit, ACLU attorney Jared Keenan said the law “perpetuates the myth that prosecutors are the only ones that are looking out for the rights of crime victims. And that, he said, can have life-or-death implications. Logan cited the testimony of one attorney who handles capital crimes. He told the court that if he could contact
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and guest parking,” Bell said, “with lots of beautiful access drive aisles” that Attorney Manjula M. Vaz and PB Bell would “minimize any walking that needs Principal R. Chapin Bell said they hope to to be done.” bring their request before Phoenix City Bell said outdoor amenities will include Council in March. That means they would a dog park, a multipurpose lot with barbeneed to present an informational over- cue areas, a fire pit and a tot lot. view to the Ahwatukee Foothills Village The buildings “are designed to envision Planning Committee next month prior to a timeless modern architectural style for the panel’s vote on the community,” he a recommendation added, “through a in January. We cater to both old and mixture of extra From there it materials that inyoung business professionals cludes faux wood would go to the that that have high incomes siding, stone vePhoenix Planning Commission in neer, brick veneer and who can afford February, accordto live in these communities and each of these ing to their timematerials complebut really want to live near ments the modtable for the apthe areas where they work. ern design which proval process. Bell said the comyou’ve seem put plex would be no there a lot lately.” different from the complexes he has de“We cater to both old and young busiveloped in the Valley over 42 years that ness professionals that that have high inhouse more than 20,000 apartments. comes and who can afford to live in these “We focus all our developments on real- communities but really want to live near ly high quality, highly amenitized commu- the areas where they work,” Bell said, addnities in markets that really have a need ing that only 8% of the units in Ahwatukee for housing,” he said, adding they include would have three bedrooms. “high quality fitness centers, dog parks, Bell and Vaz also said the complex business centers for the residents, resort- would “strengthen the retail in the area” style pools” for “high quality residents and would attract tenants who work in that really want to live here.” nearby office complexes. Plans submitted by Everest Holdings inBut the three residents who tuned in dicate the two four-story buildings, which for the briefing were most concerned will be about 48 feet high, will be around about the project’s impact on heavily the pool and clubhouse. congested Ray Road between 48th Street In all there would be four clusters of see COMPLEX page 11 buildings “with ample resident parking
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and the interstate. Traffic on 50th Street also was a concern, given that there would be one entrance on 50th near E. Thistle Landing Drive and the complex is practically next door to the massive warehouse complex now under construction on 28 acres leased by Kyrene School District to Via West. “According to our traffic study, current trip generation would see 223 trips in the a.m. rush hour and 220 trips during the p.m. rush hour,” Vaz said. “You won’t have everybody coming back at 5 o’clock or 6 o’clock,” she continued. “So you would typically see less traffic from multifamily than you would in a commercial site or industrial.” But Vaz’s explanation didn’t satisfy resident Constance Holcomb, who has lived in the general area for 28 years. “We love this neighborhood for the very reasons that you’ve listed,” she told the developer and the lawyer. “And we’re not opposed to the project. “We are opposed strenuously to the amount of traffic that this is going to bring in, for the very reasons you’ve listed are the reasons that traffic will increase. It’s a nightmare for us out here,” she said, adding, “The traffic signals are so messed up.” Holcomb reiterated a concern she expressed a week earlier during a neighborhood meeting on the Via West project, which is estimated to generate 1,800 vehicle trips a day, mostly from trucks that the developer said would likely head north to Ray Road in order to reach I-10. She said signals along Ray Road between 48th and I-10 are not properly synched so that traffic heading east on Ray gets so congested with the additional traffic exiting the freeway “that you have to park on the bridge” crossing over the interstate. “We need a guarantee that these traffic signals are going to be fixed,” Holcomb said, telling Vaz and Bell “it would be really great if you put your support behind this.” “We don’t want to wait to be told ‘we’ll do something after,’” Holcomb said. “We need some help putting pressure on the city to get this timing on the lights changed.”
The complex would comprise two four-story buildings about 48 feet high at the center of the development and four three-story buildings around perimeter. (Gammage & Burnham, Attorneys at Law)
Vaz responded to Holcomb’s concerns by stating, “Well, let me see – happy to chat more. I appreciate that. I certainly appreciate your comments.” Later she said, “We’re happy to talk to
the city.” Nelson Holcomb pointed out that their project also will require “quite a lot of demolition work” when the existing office complex is razed.
PB Bell, the development partner of Everest Holdings, said the Ahwatukee development would be similar to many of its other multifamily complexes around the Valley, including The Marquis at Chandler. (Gammage & Burnham, Attorneys at Law)
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Vaz said she and other members of the development team “would be happy to sit down with you” to discuss a construction plan once they have one. Bell said they anticipate starting construction in the third or fourth quarter of next year and estimated an 18-month timetable to complete the project. Of the other two apartment projects already approved for Ahwatukee, the Upper Canyon project’s timetable is the least clear. Blandford Homes had indicated early this year that it hopes to have homes on the market sometime in 2024, but said a “high quality” apartment developer would be building the complex, which early plans designated for the southeast portion of the 373-acre site, near 19th Avenue and the South Mountain Freeway. An appraisal of the property that was done for the state Land Department before it auctioned the tract indicated that the 44-acre piece of the parcel currently zoned for apartments and another 11 acres zoned commercial could be moved elsewhere on the site. There has been no indication Blandford plans to do that. Quinn Holdings’ conversion of the Clarion Hotel has been slowed down by supply chain disruptions, developer Josh Wertlieb said in July. Quinn Holdings is turning 188 hotel rooms into eight “micro studios,” six conventional studios and 96 one-bedroom apartments that will be marketed at a rental rate starting at $1,200 a month, according to a presentation made to the Village Planning Committee in October 2021. The Ray Road project comes at a time when building permits for multifamily are at a record high in the Valley as real estate investors turn to apartment complex developments in the face of rising rents and a marked slowdown in new-home construction. The Cromford Report, a leading analyst of the Valley’s housing scene, reported last month that “2022 will go down as the busiest year ever for multifamily permits, reporting a combined total of 5,599 units were approved in the third quarter of this year in Maricopa and Pinal counties.
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Dr. Martha Bauder, represents the Cold War, during which he served as a U.S. Navy Chaplain. A graduate of the U.S. Naval War College, as a chaplain he was deployed to Kuwait during the Gulf War and attached to the 8th Tank Battalion 2nd Marine Division, serving in Desert Shield/Desert Storm. “I was a little surprised to be selected but it was a pleasant surprise,” said Tostenson. “After the Persian Gulf War, I had an opportunity to participate in a parade in Washington, D.C., but I was unable to attend because of prior commitments that day. “So, it feels kind of like the circle being completed, finally having my day in the sun.” Tostenson, who ended his 13 years of service as a full Lieutenant in 1998, had been ordained by the Evangelical Free Church of America prior to his commission. He has 37 years in his Career Professional Chaplaincy, 34 of those certified. “After I got out of the military, I wasn’t sure what I wanted to do. I took a church for a couple of years, but when I visited a friend’s wife in the hospital, I realized that
A graduate of the U.S. Naval War College, as a chaplain Thomas Tostenson was deployed to Kuwait during the Gulf War and attached to the 8th Tank Battalion 2nd Marine Division, serving in Desert Shield/Desert Storm. (Courtesy of Thomas Tostenson) I wanted to return to chaplaincy.” Tostenson holds multiple degrees, including a master of divinity from Talbot School of Theology, Biola University and a doctor of ministry from Phoenix Seminary.
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degree from a four-year college and a graduate degree in theology. In addition to his deployment in the Gulf War, Tostenson also has served with the Marines Arctic Warfare unit 350 miles above the Arctic Circle near where the international borders of Norway, Finland and Sweden converge. “That battalion is the primary arctic warfare unit in the Marines. Some may not be aware, but the Marine Corps doesn’t have their own chaplains; they use Navy chaplains,” he explained. “This was the winter of 1989, and we were on a NATO operation, and this mission was in defense of northern Norway against possible Russian aggression,” he said. “As far as I know, NATO still has this as an ongoing annual exercise.” Tostenson, 65, also served as chaplain to the Navy’s test pilot school at the Naval air station Patuxent River, Maryland, from 1991 to 1994. “Among my students was a pair of twins: Mark and Scott Kelly – yes, now Sen. Mark Kelly and his brother,” he said. Now a semi-retired professional chaplain employed with Banner Staffing Ser-
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vices as an Arizona-multi Placement Chaplain, he also serves as the Wing Chaplain of the Arizona Wing of the Civil Air Patrol (US Air Force Auxiliary), with whom he holds the rank of major. He is also chaplain to the Air Force ROTC Detachment at Embry Riddle Aeronautical University in Prescott. Tostenson was also a faculty member teaching medical ethics at Grand Canyon University’s School of Nursing, and the Market Director of Spiritual Care at the St. Rose Dominican Hospital in Henderson, Nevada, during a one-year hiatus from Ahwatukee. Continuing the military tradition is son, Zachary, a Horizon Honors and University of Phoenix alum who is currently a sergeant in the U.S. Army. His mother, Tostenson’s first wife, Rainelle Tostenson, passed away of pancreatic cancer in 2011. Tostenson married Bauder in 2017. Meanwhile, long-time Chandler resident Lewis ‘Lew’ Bradley represents the Korean War veterans in this year’s parade. Bradley, a member of the Arizona Vet-
erans Hall of Fame – Class of 2008, joined the U.S. Marine Corps in 1950 on his 17th birthday. “You had to have your parents’ permission,” said Bradley. “I took them the papers and they signed.” As crew chief of Air Sea Rescue in Korea, Bradley is credited for helping rescue multiple downed pilots. In one instance, he used two ropes to hoist a man to safety while waiting in frigid waters. He was discharged in 1954 with the rank of sergeant. “After the military I joined Garrett AiResearch and spent 42 and a half years with them; 28 of those years were overseas in Field Service supporting the turboprop and turbofan engines of various aircraft,” he said. In 1994 Bradley returned to the U.S. to work with Garrett AiResearch, a pioneer in aerospace technologies, to work in customer service. Though retired and now 89 years old, Bradley keeps busy with the Chandler Kiwanis Club, having served as a former president among other offices, regularly in attendance at club meetings and functions.
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He was commander for Korean War Veterans Arden A. Rowley Chapter, serving on the honor guard at events until they disbanded in October. Among his civilian awards are the Kiwanis Kachina and Hixon awards for activities in Kiwanis Club of Chandler, and he was honored by Chandler Mayor Boyd Dunn for service to the community. He is a charter member of the East Valley Marine Corps League. He and his wife Keiko have been married 42 years. For the first time in the 2022 Phoenix Veterans Day Parade, spectators will see a brand-new eagle balloon with a wingspan of 25 feet which takes 35 cubic meters of helium to fill and a dozen volunteers to handle it, according to Parade Coordinator Paula Padene, who suggested the day’s best viewing site is at Camelback Road and 7th Street. Parade organizers expect 45,000 people will be on hand to mark VeterThomas Tostenson also served in the Navy far above an’s Day. the Arctic Circle. (Courtesy of Thomas Tostenson) To see the parade route and learn more about the Phoenix Veterans Day Parade see HonoringAmericasVeterans.org.
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Curt Schneider, left, and Fritz Murrell tape a gift box closed while Mike Popich and Betty Olson seal another in the background during the ARC Support Our Troops Shred-A-hon last year. When all the boxes are packed, they will be taken to the post office, where the biggest single expense will be incurred. (Courtesy Ed Doney) shortly after the Shred-A-Thon to pack the care packages assembly line style at ARC. Each box includes lots of individually wrapped snacks and treats, plus other
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Mesa. “Throughout our history, raising the Red, White and Blue has been an enduring symbol of freedom, sacrifice and unity,” organizers said in a release, adding: “As a nation, we have stood for the U.S. flag since June 14, 1777, when the Continental Congress declared that our flag would have 13 stripes, alternating between red and white, with 13 stars on a blue field… As we Raise the Flag at this year’s Veterans Parade, we join together as Americans to remember, salute and honor the service of our military veterans, active military and their families.” Gilbert is hosting its 18th anual Veterans Day Ceremony, 5:30-7:30 p.m. Thursday Nov. 10, at Gilbert Regional Park, 3005 E. Queen Creek Road. The keynote speaker for the free event is Maj. Gen. Patrick Brady, who served two tours in Vietnam. Brady flew over 2,000 combat missions and evacuated over 5,000 wounded. He was awarded the Congressional Medal of Honor and retired in see PARADE page 21 1993 after 34 years of service. The event includes musical performances by local schools, and military displays suitable for all ages. Lawn seating will be available. Guests are encouraged to bring a blanket or a lawn chair. Food trucks will be on-site to purchase refreshments before and after the event. Congressional Medal of Honor recipient Col. Bruce Crandall (ret.) is the 2022 Grand Marshal for the East Valley Veterans Day Parade. He received the Medal of Honor for valor in the Vietnam War as a helicopter pilot and company commander in the 1st Air Cavalry and some of his heroic actions are recounted in the movie, “We Were Soldiers.” The East Valley Veterans Parade is the region’s tribute On Nov. 14, 1965, Crandall’s to those who served our nation. Here’s a map of the flight of 16 helicopters took parade route. (Special to AFN)
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oxanne Bennett and her husband Kendall always had an affinity for hosting events and the creative social media platform Pinterest. Then, nearly a decade ago, the Utah resident created an event where Pinterest creators could host arts and crafts workshops and local creators could sell their crafts. And once the Pinners Conference and Expo began gaining traction in Utah, the Bennetts picked Scottsdale for a similar event. The Pinners Conference and Expo will return for its sixth year next weekend, Nov. 11-12. “I love Arizona so much and we just felt like there are so many creators there that it felt like it was a good extension to what we were already doing and that the people would love it,” Roxanne said. The expo is set to pack WestWorld of Scottsdale with 250 vendor booths – 50 of which will be occupied by local small businesses – and hundreds of Pinterest fans. “There are over 200 booths on-site. Some will be teaching and some will just be showcasing their goods,” Bennett said. Seminars will look at subjects such as how to create wreaths, Christmas stars, soaps, and candles as well as makeup techniques. “I mean, there is so much fun, there are boutiques, fun gift ideas and there’s food,” Bennett said. Bennett hopes guests are able to not only create a cute craft but learn about a craft that could blossom into a hobby. “Our main objective is this total ability to create since our tagline is “learn, create and connect,” she said. “I think when we empower someone to try something new, create something, and walk away with a product that they made, that just totally changes everything.” On the flip side, a mixed bag of local businesses will be selling a wide variety of wares, such as art kits, kitchen utensils and household tools. Because of this, Bennett hopes attendees come with a desire to support small
For the sixth year, the Pinners Conference and Expo are set to bring 150 local businesses and creators to WestWorld of Scottsdale on Friday, November 11, and Saturday, November 12. (Special to AFN)
businesses this holiday season. “It’s just a crazy time that we’re living in and for a year, we were all put out of business,” she said. “These local women are (also) still pounding the pavement and if
we can put our dollars in a place that is going to feed our economy and our local business owners, that’s a great way to do it.” Bennett also hopes her expo becomes a place where business owners can forge a
bond with prospective customers. “This gives you a chance to connect face to face with these online, local people and (learn) how great it is to support and shop local and women-owned businesses,” she said. “I think it’s an incredible opportunity to support that community.” In addition to local vendors offering unique products and sales, Bennett touts that two big-name brands will be offering an exclusive deal and class at the Pinners Expo and Convention. “One of the new things that we’re doing this year, and I’m excited about, is Ryobi – a big national brand – has created a craft and bobby tool line that is 100% made for the women creators,” Bennett said. “They’re all cordless, battery-driven, and will be offering an incredible deal exclusively at Pinners.” Joining the fun, JoAnn Fabrics will be offering classes and support for small creators. “JoAnn is working with local influencers to come in and teach workshops, using products that are from other businesses,” Bennett said. Bennett also highlighted that this event could be a good opportunity for shoppers looking to get ahead on their holiday shopping. “I think you can get all your Christmas shopping done in one place, how great is that?” she said emphatically. Above all, Bennett hopes that shoppers enjoy themselves and make great memories – and crafts – with their friends. “I just want people to have a good time with their friends, have this experience and spend the day trying to figure out ‘what’s inspiring to me?’” Bennett said
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Distemper outbreak closes Mesa dog shelter BY CECILIA CHAN AFN Staff Writer
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aricopa County Animal Care and Control’s shelter in Mesa remains closed to the public for the unforeseeable future as testing for distemper kicked off for over 200 dogs. County pound officials reported that they feared they “are on the cusp of a distemper outbreak” after multiple dogs tested positive for distemper and several others started showing symptoms of the illness. “Thanks to the amazing support of our community, there were several adoptions and rescues this weekend and we are now testing 213 dogs today instead of 300plus,” said department spokeswoman Kim Powell last week. “We do not have an estimate yet on when the East Shelter will reopen,” she said. “We are using three different vendors to run the lab tests, so result wait times may vary.” Powell said she didn’t have available the number of tests that have been completed yet but as of Nov. 6, 28 dogs were euthanized because they tested positive for the highly contagious viral disease. “Unfortunately, dogs who test positive for distemper are humanely euthanized,” Powell said, adding that the last major outbreak at the East Shelter was in 2019. In September, the department issued a call for adoptees and fosters due to an overload of dogs at its two shelters – 855 animals in 755 kennels – prompting some dogs to bunk together. There is no cure for canine distemper, which is often fatal. Dogs that do survive usually have permanent, irreparable nervous system damage, according to the American Veterinary Medical Association. However, other experts say it’s entirely possible to recover from the disease, depending on the strength of the dog’s immune system and the strain of distemper. It can take up to two months
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not include –harassment or intimidation.’’ “Having a fuller picture of the facts allows the defense team to better predict the client’s likelihood of success at trial and may help resolve the case prior to trial,’’
Some dogs have to be doubled up in cages at the Maricopa County Animal Care and Control’s shelter in Mesa as the number of animals increases. (Sophie Oppfelt/Cronkite News) to fully recover. Initially, infected dogs will develop watery to pus-like discharge from their eyes and then develop fever, nasal discharge, coughing, lethargy, reduced appetite and vomiting, according to the association. As the virus attacks the nervous system, infected dogs develop circling behavior, head tilt, muscle twitches, convulsions with jaw chewing movements and salivation, seizures and partial or complete paralysis, it added. All unvaccinated dogs, regardless of age, are vulnerable to distemper and it’s an issue facing many shelters throughout the country this year, according to Powell. However, critics were quick to bash the county. “These poor dogs,” one woman wrote on social media. “This is all just gonna get worse for them. It was going on for a while. Last year I adopted a sick pup I couldn’t meet because he could possibly have distemper!” And another wrote, “what happens to the remaining dogs at East today?
Logan said. “Or it may uncover exculpatory information showing that the defendant did not in fact commit the alleged crime.’’ All that, the judge said, can be thwarted by the current law. He acknowledged that prosecutors must pass along to victims a request by defense
“I can answer they probably leave in trash bags… this group doesn’t care. If they did we would have proper protocols back to protect the dogs from exactly stuff like this.” Powell discounted the criticism. “Everyone has the right to express their opinions on social media,” she said. “Distemper has been in our community for a long time. “It finds its way into the shelter because dogs come in under-vaccinated,” she continued. “It is not a productive use of our time to review and respond to online comments.” Powell outlined the shelter’s protocol with new arrivals. “When an animal enters our shelter, we often do not have the vaccine history, which is why they are vaccinated on intake,” she said. “One of the vaccines given is for distemper (DA2PP), which requires a booster after about two to four weeks.” She said dogs entering the shelter are not initially quarantined typically as the shelter doesn’t have the space to make
attorneys and their investigators for an interview. But they also must advise victims of the right to refuse. Logan said he was not swayed by claims by prosecutors that the law is a necessary protection for victims and their families. He also ruled that if there is a concern
that possible but that there is an area to quarantine dogs. And, until further notice, all dogs at the East Shelter will remain in their kennels to help reduce the potential spread of illness, according to Powell. Dogs will not be permitted to leave their kennels for walks, enrichment and meet and greets, she said. Infection spreads through airborne exposure through sneezing or coughing. The virus also can be transmitted by shared food and water bowls. Powell said it’s business as usual at the county’s much larger West Shelter in Phoenix with adoption fees waived until further notice. “There are currently no signs of a distemper outbreak at our West facility, however once testing is completed and East is reopened, we may look into testing dogs who are showing signs of illness just to be safe,” she said, adding: “It’s important to note, dogs who are showing signs of illness may also have a different upper respiratory infection, like kennel cough.” Animal activist Lorena Bader said “many of us knew it was just a matter of time before this would happen again.” Bader, a retired school teacher, is circulating a petition on change.org demanding change at the county’s two animal shelters, including its management staff. “They did nothing after the 2019 distemper outbreak at East except to give dogs a booster shot,” Bader claimed. “Then in June 2021, West had an outbreak. I had an anonymous staff member send me several emails detailing conditions that led to the outbreak. They quarantine dogs for over two months in some cases. I do not feel that they ever got rid of it, but what they did was quit testing and quit tracking dogs that likely had it.” Bader, who used to volunteer at the county shelter, said there are shelters that have had outbreaks and have “saved the vast majority of dogs.”
that victims may not want to be directly approached, there is a way to do that. “The state could provide victims with government-funded counsel,’’ the judge said, lawyers who the defense attorneys could approach with requests to speak to the victims.
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cide missions. The “Medal of Honor” third edition states that Crandall “kept coming back into the heavy enemy fire because he knew there was only a ‘magic minute’ to get badly wounded soldiers off the battlefield and into medical treatment. “That day, Crandall and his wingman evacuated more than seventy wounded and delivered the ammunition and supplies that kept the Americans from being overrun.” In total, Crandall flew 900 missions during the Vietnam War. In honor of and recognition for his courage, valor and service, he was awarded two Distinguished Flying Crosses, a Bronze Star, and a Purple Heart, in addition to the Congressional Medal of Honor. He has been nominated for a second Medal of Honor. “We are honored to have Colonel Bruce Crandall serve as this year’s Parade Marshal,” said East Valley Veterans Parade Association President Lisa Sandoval. “He typifies the outstanding work and sacrifices made by our veterans and active military who we seek to recognize and thank through this annual parade.” The Veterans of Foreign Wars Dode Morris Post 1760 and Disabled American Veterans East Valley Chapter 8 comprise the leading entries in the East Valley Veterans Parade. The beginnings of the East Valley Veterans Parade came directly from the concerned members of the post, led by Gunny Frank Alger and others in 2006 when the City Council of Mesa decided they would not hold or fund a parade that year. The Dode Post veterans came together with the community to organize what is now known as the East Valley Veterans Parade Association. This year’s parade entry honors the “Raise the Flag” theme and is the result of the efforts of a large group of volunteers. Dode Morris Post 1760 also calls each year for volunteers to canvas the parade route and sponsors an open house all day at the VFW Post “for people to come and meet the veterans who have served our country and who continue that mission by serving our community.” “VFW Dode Morris Post 1760 of Mesa
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Congressional Medal of Honor recipient Col. Bruce Crandall (ret.) is the 2022 Grand Marshal for the East Valley Veterans Day Parade. (Special to AFN) encourages the region to come out and experience the camaraderie and celebration of our common values that are key to maintaining our freedoms, and to salute our veterans.,” the post said in a release. Disabled American Veterans East Valley Chapter 8 is dedicated to empowering veterans to lead high-quality lives with respect and dignity. It works to ensure that veterans and their families can access the full range of benefits available to them; fight for the interests of America’s injured heroes on Capitol Hill; and educate the public about the great sacrifices and needs of veterans transitioning back to civilian life. Participating in the East Valley Veterans Parade is “an important way for us to show solidarity with other Veterans organizations and the organizations/companies that support veterans,” said Dr. Carl Forkner, CDR, USN(Ret), Commander of DAV East Valley Chapter 8. “Veterans represent both the history and future of our community and our nation.” Forkner said, “Support for the parade provides an opportunity to show the value of our veterans and our Armed Forces to the next generation of service members, while providing an opportunity for Veterans to reflect positively on their service.” The U.S. Department of Defense contributed to this report. Parade info: evvp.org, VFW info: mesavfw.org, Disabled American Veterans info: azdav08.org
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ike other the teachers at Music Makers Workshop in Ahwatukee, Louise Baranger has had a storied career. But one might probably expect that for someone called “The Trumpet Lady.” “I was lucky to be the first woman in numerous musical situations, including live performance and recording,” said Baranger, whose credits indicate far more than luck influenced her career. She played on the Tonight Show with Johnny Carson and became friends with his band leader Doc Severinsen and Severinsen’s second in command, Tommy Newsom, who wrote arrangements for her first symphony orchestra pops show and her first album. She performed for a TV special with Barry Manilow called “Big Fun on wing Street” with some iconic musicians like
Stanley Clarke and Kid Creole. The list goes on and on for Baranger, who is on a faculty at Music Makers Workshop that includes many highly educated and accomplished teachers, five of whom hold doctorates and several of whom also have had successful performing careers. Baranger has been playing trumpet ever since fourth grade, picking up the moniker of “the Trumpet Lady” from women she played with later in her career. “I kind of came from a show biz family,” she said. “My grandfather wrote Broadway shows for the Shuberts. He moved to Hollywood where he wrote screenplays
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Louise Baranger is called “The Trumpet Lady” for a reason. She mastered an instrument that has opened the door to performing on stage around the world. (Special to AFN)
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earheads, get ready: Two big car shows benefiting local charities are coming to Ahwatukee in November offering prizes, raffles, food trucks and a variety of makes, models and generations of cars and trucks to ogle. First, the 18th annual Ahwatukee Car Show hosted by the Ahwatukee Community Swim, Tennis and Event Center will be held 9 a.m.-1 p.m. Saturday, Nov. 12, at Ahwatukee Park, 4700 E. Warner Road. It’ll benefit Dogs 4 Vets. Susan Rast, the center’s director, said the show attracts a wide variety of cars and trucks, from classic cars to hot rods to more contemporary models with unique paint jobs or “daily drivers” that are in perfect shape. “It is amazing, the condition some of these vehicle are in,” Rast said. “They’re
The annual Ahwatukee Car Show at Ahwatukee Park features everything from antiques to hot rods to stock “daily drivers” of all kinds. (Courtesy Ahwatukee Swim, Tennis and Event Center) just pristine.” A second major Ahwatukee Car Show, this one to benefit Hope for the Homeless,
will be held 9 a.m.-1 p.m. Nov. 26 at Mountain Park Church, 16461 S. 48th St. It’s organized by the Goodman Taylor Team.
Both shows are free to attend, and it’s free to register a vehicle online at ahwatukeecarshow.com for the show on Nov. 26. That show will raise money by raffling a 1963 Ford Galaxie 500 convertible. For the show Nov. 12 at Ahwatukee Park, vehicle owners can register online this year at ahwatukeecommunitycenter. com (click “events” and “car show”) or in person at the center and up until 8:45 a.m. the day of the show. Cost is $20 in advance; $25 the day of the show per vehicle. Last year’s show at Ahwatukee Park was one of the biggest ever, featuring about 75 cars, Rast said. Because it is held the day after Veterans Day, the event will have patriotic elements, and registration is free for veterans. “We’ll begin the show with ASU Air Force ROTC and raising the flag,” Rast said. “We’ll have a bagpiper again. It’s always a
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ARC annual Arts & Crafts Show returns Nov. 19 AFN NEWS STAFF
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nother signature event in Ahwatukee is returning after the pandemic shut it down the last two years. The annual Arts and Crats Fair at Ahwatukee Recreation Center, 5001 E. Cheyenne Drive, will be held 9 a.m.-2 p.m. Nov. 19. Admission is free so people can get a head start on their holiday shopping with unique hand-made items that include stained glass and glass, jewelry, quilts, woodwork, clay and pottery, greeting cards and other paper gifts, candy, ceramics and more. While most of the items are made by some of the 29 clubs that are based at the ARC, organizer Patti Burke and her team also selected six outside vendors, each with unique offerings that can be used for gift-giving or personal use. They include Peg J Designs of Chandler, Memory Expressions of Gilbert, URockEveryday of Glendale, Custom Cookies By Lyn of Central Phoenix, A Cut Above Creations of Scottsdale and Nancy Derrig of Mountain Park Ranch. A look at the ARC clubs that will be offering their work will be published in next week’s Ahwatukee Foothills News. Here’s a preview of the six outside vendors and
One of the show’s six outside vendors is Julie Brown of URockEveryday in Glendale, who makes and sells painted rocks. (Special to AFN) what they will be offering: Peg J Designs. Peggy Matanich will be selling greeting and note cards, wine gift bags, and note pads. “My love for making these products all started 15 years ago while working at a stationery store in California,” she says on her website. “It was fun learning how to make products from start to finish. So much fun I decided to start my own business after moving to Arizona a couple
years ago. That was when Peg J Designs was established. Custom Cookies By Lyn. Lynette Geake offers 70% dark Belgian chocolate covered Oreos in an array of hand-painted seasonal designs and flavors. The business began over seven years ago when she was asked to create favors for her son’s wedding and she began taking chocolate classes. This led to a passion for creating delicious chocolate treats in a wide variety of
Lynette Geake, owner of Custom Cookies by Lyn, designs Oreos with 70% Belgian chocolate to make customized cookies. In about seven years she has made and sold 20,000 of her customized cookies for a variety of occasions. (Special to AFN) flavors, including a salted caramel flavor
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Ahwatukee Boy Scouts host carwash this Saturday AFN NEWS STAFF
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f you’ve been too busy to put a shine on your vehicle for the holiday, Ahwatukee Boy Scout Troop 78 is poised to help. The troop will hold a car wash fundraiser 9 a.m.-2 p.m. Saturday, Nov. 12, next to YOASIS, 1304 E. Chandler Blvd., in the Foothills Center. While keeping your vehicle looking nice, the donation “will support the troop in many ways, including a week-long summer camp where the boys will work on merit badges and rank advancement, as they earn their way towards becoming Eagle Scouts,” said Ruston Conley, the troop’s assistant senior patrol leader. The troop also uses the money from fundraisers to complete service projects in the community. Recent Eagle Scout service projects have taken place at local schools, a lo-
Boy Scout Troop 78 members ready to clean some cars are, from left, BACK: Aiden Kirkpatrick, Austin Irvine, Carl DiGiovine, Ruston Conley and Jack Blodgett; FRONT: Justin Porter, Jackson Irvine, Jace Hyduchak and Danek Kehoe. (Courtesy
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cal church and the Humane Society, said Ruston, noting: “These service projects require months of planning, preparation, leadership, and hours of hard work. Each project benefits
many in our community. “Troop 78 chose to raise funds through their carwash because doing so is consistent with many of our values,” he added. “With a carwash the boys must plan, pre-
pare, budget, work as a team, serve the public, and have fun doing so.” “It’s really like running a business for a day,” Ruston continued. “We aim to do a really good job for our customers. At our last car wash many customers said it was the best car wash their car has ever had. We do a good job and our customers are really happy. We also get lots of guidance from our parents.” The troop also is always welcoming new members. Boys in the 5th grade and into high school can join the troop, led by Dave Merrill and George Hyduchak. Parents and their children can learn more by dropping by the carwash, where the scouts and their moms or dads will be on hand to answer questions. They can also attend the next troop meeting at Esperanza Lutheran Church at 7 p.m. Monday, Nov. 14.
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for films and some lyrics for TV show themes. My grandmother studied acting at the American Academy of Dramatic Arts in NY and appeared in TV commercials.” Growing up in Southern California, one of her first teachers was Harold “Pappy” Mitchell, former first trumpet at the MGM studios who played in films like “The Jazz Singer,” the first talkie movie, as well as “The Wizard of Oz” and “Gone With the Wind.” “Another great influence was Bobby Shew, arguably one of the world’s finest jazz players and educators. Bobby took me under his wing when I was about 16 taught me about life, music, and how to survive in the music business,” Baranger recalled. She started her career in an all girl band and that led to an invitation from another legendary band leader named Harry James. “In those days if you played with a famous band like Harry’s, you are assured a career,” she said. “After Harry passed away in 1983, I went to Las Vegas to play a show at the Union Plaza Hotel, then came back to L.A. where I embarked on an incredibly busy music career playing with the who’s who of the business.” She eventually ended up playing on Broadway for such stage hits as Les Miserables and “Carousel” and, not surprisingly, also performed in Carnegie Hall. “I played there a few times and it always felt so amazing to be on that hallowed stage where so many legends performed,”
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great way to start the show.” Owners can register a vehicle in one of eight categories: antique classic (pre1965), classic (1965-85), custom cars, trucks, convertibles, exotic cars, muscle/ hot rod (1965-75) and daily driver (stock, non-modified). Trophies are given for first and second place winners along with best in show and sponsor’s choice. Judges base their decision on the number of points an entry racks up. Thomas Berkebile of Ahwatukee entered his black 2003 Chevy Silverado pickup truck in the trucks category and his burgundy 2011 Chevy Camaro SS as a daily driver. He’s had the Silverado since it was new and bought the Camaro seven years ago, and says they’re special because they’re
Lousie Baranger teaches a high school master class at Music Makers Workshop in Ahwatukee and records each student’s weekly assignments so they can listen and learn from them. (Courtesy Music Makers Workshop)
she said. “Plus the acoustics are amazing.” To a degree, Baranger also forged a path through a male-dominated world. “At first, I had the challenge of being accepted as a woman playing a traditional male instrument,” she said. “In almost every band I was the only woman, so I figured out how to be ‘one of the guys’ but still keep the respect of the men around me. It was like walking a tightrope. “I have spent a lifetime having people ask me things like, ‘You play the trumpet, but what do you do for a living?’ or ‘Can women really play the trumpet?’” “That being said, most of the guys I’ve worked with have been professional and
all original and still look new. “Both of them have won there before,” Berkebile said. “It might happen again— you never know.” The Camaro also is eye-catching because of its metallic paint, which came stock from the factory, and the Silverado has a Z71 off-road package—not that it gets out much. “They’re kept in the garage and I have a Toyota I use to get around,” Berkebile said. “They hardly get used. The only time they get out is when I go to car shows.” He added, “If you look at any vehicle that’s used every day, most of them are beat up, and that’s why mine are a little bit special.” The paint on both vehicles is “like a mirror,” Berkebile said, because he uses a clay bar to keep it looking snazzy. Clay bars remove contaminants embedded in the clear coat that make it feel bumpy and helps prevent scratches.
respectful, and I’ve worked with some amazing players and made some fabulous friends over the years,” she added. “I’ve been paid to see the world, play music in interesting places, and played for two sitting Presidents. Hanging out in the NY Yankees dugout before performing the National Anthem was pretty cool too! What more could I ask?” she said. Baranger teaches a high school master class at Music Makers Workshop. “From day one I treat students as if they can learn the fine details of music,” she explained. “I expose them to theory and the language of music while they learn to play the trumpet. I remember having so many
Berkebile’s advice for anyone who wants a show-quality vehicle is to prep the paint with the clay bar and then use a good wax, and to keep the interior fresh with a product such as Meguiar’s or Mothers for leather treatment and interior detailing. And he did admit he plans to drag race the Camaro on a track at some point. “It’s fast enough that it ought to do pretty good,” he said, because of its 450-horsepower engine. But, he noted, “Any more that’s nothing,” because the Dodge Demon has an 840-horsepower stock motor. Rast said car owners enjoy their show because “we are respectful of their vehicles and take extra steps to make sure their cars remain clean,” she said. They put down tarps so the dirt won’t get on tires. She encourages people to ask questions about the cars, saying people learn something every time they come. Most owners
questions a young player, and I want to answer all of those questions for my students, even before they know what to ask. “I think music is taught in most schools at a glacial pace, which underestimates the learning ability of students,” she continued. “The cool thing about private lessons is that each student can move at their own comfortable pace. I do push my students a bit, but I also remind them that music should never feel like a burden.” She records her students’ assignments every week so they can listen to them,” calling that technique “a really valuable learning tool.” People can get a chance to hear and watch Baranger work her magic at 3 p.m. Sunday, Nov. 13, at the Phoenix’s premier jazz club, The Nash. She will appear with her husband, Fred Tregaskis, host of National Public Radio’s “A Moment in Wine” during the first of three shows in a series called “Wine & Jazz, The Ultimate Pairing.” The theme for this show is “Wonderful Wines for Thanksgiving.” Each show –”Holiday Wine Tasting” will be Dec. 11 – features a unique theme with Tregaskis narrating a tasting of four wines, complimented with music played by Louise’s jazz quartet. Included are backstories about the wine and music, “plus lots of audience participation,” Baranger said. There are special ticket prices for students and non-drinkers. Tickets and information: thenash.org/event/winejazz-matinee-the-ultimate-pairing-ofwine-and-jazz-2. sit in chairs next to their vehicle and are happy to chat. “It’s like they’re talking about their child,” Rast said.
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What: Ahwatukee Car Show to benefit Dogs 4 Vets Where: Ahwatukee Park, 4700 E. Warner Road, Phoenix 85044 When: 9 a.m.-1 p.m. Nov. 12 Cost: Free to attend; $20 to register a car in advance; $25 day of event Info: ahwatukeecommunitycenter. com/car-show or (480) 893-3431 What: Ahwatukee Car Show to benefit Hope for the Homeless Where: Mountain Park Church, 16461 S. 48th St., Phoenix 85048 When: 9 a.m.-1 p.m. Nov. 26 Cost: Free to attend; free to register a vehicle Info: ahwatukeecarshow.com
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Sun Valley Church, Kyrene Foundation launch holiday drive for needy families
The Kyrene Foundation has launched an annual drive to help needy families have a traditional Thanksgiving and a merrier Chirstmas. The foundation hopes to provide each designated family with a co-branded Foundation and Landings Credit Union visa card for groceries for theTurkey & Trimmings and Winter Wonderland efforts as well cards for gifts for each of the kids for Winter Wonderland. In addition, organizers are sorting through toys collected from the previous live event and will be distributing those as well at Winter Wonderland. “We anticipate the need to be much larger this year,” foundation member Rick Richardson said. People are asked to consider cash donations only as organizers are not collecting gift cards or items. The foundation said its 2021 donation drive “was a great success due to a tremendous outpouring of generosity from our community and partners. The Kyrene Foundation, Sun Valley Church and the Kyrene District were able to ensure over 200 families and 700 children did not go without the simple joys of the holiday season.” To donate, go to kyrenefoundation.org.
Armer Foundation launches toy drive for Banner Children’s at Desert Center
The Armer Foundation – an Ahwatukee-based non-profit that helps families with children who have extreme medical needs – is hosting its fourth annual holiday toy drive to benefit the Banner Children’s at Desert Medical Center’s pediatric ICU and oncology Unit. The foundation is looking for Valley business that would host a donation bin and serve as a drop-off location for the unopened toys to bring smiles and hope to children battling for their lives. “A brand-new toy can mean the world to a sick child and as parents who have been through this we know what a difference just one toy can make in a child’s life when they spend several weeks in hospital,” said Jennifer Armer, the foundation’s founder. The foundation also is hoping for toy donations. “It can be as big of a toy or as small as you can afford, but every little bit helps us give back to these children and their families. We just thank everyone for helping us spread some holiday cheer once again this year,” said Armer.
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she created using Werther’s caramels and an original Oreo cookie. Over time, she has made and sold over 20,000 chocolate-covered Oreos for weddings, showers, birthdays, business promotions and other special occasions. URockEveryday. Julie Brown started
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To sign up for a donation box, go toarmerfoundation.org or call 480.257.3254. Other items the Armer Foundation will be collecting include: baby dolls, blankets, comfy socks, crayons, pajama pants, hair brush/comb, hair ties, coloring books, kids’ games and books, puzzles and stuffed animals. Information: armerfoundation.org/toydrive.
Ahwatukee women’s organization slates author as brunch speaker
Ahwatukee Foothills Friends and Neighbors will be hosting a brunch at Sivlik Grill from 10:30 a.m.-1 p.m. Nov. 28 with Carol Sampson, an AFFAN member, talking about her book “Horse Wrangler Shenanigans.” It is her story of becoming a wrangler at the Pointe Resort in 2003. Contact affanwomensgroup@gmail.com for more details and to register. The cost is $22 and a prepaid reservation must be received by Nov. 19. AFFAN is a local women’s club serving Ahwatukee since 2001, offering members opportunities for dining, card games. gardening, books, exploring Arizona day trips, etc. Information: affanwomensgroup.org/public.
Ahwatukee Women’s Social Club plans evening bash at Wild Horse
The Ahwatukee Women’s Social Club, open to women 16 and up has scheduled Putting on the Ritz 6:30-10 p.m. Dec. 7 at Wild Horse Pass’ Palo Verde Ballroom, 5040 Wild Horse Pass Blvd. Women ages 16 and up are invited to “get dolled up” and meet other women from Ahwatukee to celebrate a hear of socializing. The $100 tickets include hor’s d’ourves, entertainment, dinner buffet, raffles and dancing. Cocktail attire is optional and there will be a cash bar. Tickets are available at sendomatic. com/AWSCRITZ.
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Desert Vista Yoga alumni and community event slated Nov. 24 on football field
The Desert Vista Yoga Program and yoga teacher training track has been growing since 2011. Amanda Goe, a Desert Vista teacher and the program’s founder and teacher, recently added to her existing training and education with a master’s degree in yoga studies from Loyola Marymount University and a Chopra Center Meditation Teacher Certificate. Goe will be offering a complimentary yoga class on Desert Vista’s football field 10:30-11:30 a.m. Nov. 24 for DV alumni, friends, and family. Desert Vista Yoga wants to continue to contribute to building a healthy community with this first annual “eternal gratitude flow,” she said. Bring a yoga mat or large towel and water. For information, reach Goe on Instagram @eternalhealthandwellnessllc or stop by Forever Yoga at Rural and Elliot roads. The new studio was opened by a gastroenterologist and physician assistant to offer wellness classes to the community. They are currently running a special for two weeks of unlimited classes for $25. Goe teaches flow classes Mondays, Tuesdays, and Thursdays 5:30-6:30 p.m. and the studio offers chair yoga, yin yoga, restorative yoga by candlelight, and sound healing meditations. Information: foreveryoga.studio.
Ironwood Library offers free activities for all ages this month
The third annual Tukee Trot 5K is back on for 8:30 a.m. Nov. 25 starting at Desert Vista High School and the walk chip-timed and USATF-sanctioned. The nonprofit event will benefit the Kyrene Foundation. Early registration is now open at racerooster.com. There also is a 1-mile Kids Quail Fun Run around Vista Canyon Park. Event sponsors and volunteers are sought. Contact: tuke-
Ironwood Library, 4333 E Chandler Blvd., Ahwatukee, presents a variety of programs for children, teens and adults. Unless otherwise noted, free tickets are required and available 30 minutes before programs’ start times at the library’s information desk. For more information: phoenixpubliclibrary.org. Babytimes Babies ages birth to 23 months, accompanied by a favorite adult, will enjoy songs, rhymes, books, and interactive fun. Tuesdays, 10:30-11:10 a.m. Space is limited to 12 families. There is no Babytime Nov. 29. Toddlertimes Toddlers ages 24-36 months, accompanied by a favorite adult, will enjoy songs, rhymes, books, and interactive fun. Thursdays, 10:30-11:10 a.m. Space is limited to 12 families. There is no Toddlertime Nov. 24. Full STEAM ahead for kids Children ages 5-11 can explore hands-on creative ways to
painting rocks as a hobby. As an outdoor enthusiast, she said, “combining the hunt for the perfect rock and then turning them into colorful works of art was a perfect match.” She has been teaching classes, selling and hiding rocks for the past four years. Her specialty is mandala design, saying, “the more colors, the better.” A Cut Above Creations. This vendor
will be selling woodwork, and baskets. Memory Expressions. Janice Radakovich will be selling scrapbooks. Nancy Derrick. She will be offering potholders, aprons and dishtowels. The ARC is a happening place this month, as it also is presenting a special concert by one of the state’s most popular “sugar groups” – The Arizona Highway-
Tukee Trot lining up walkers for big post-Thanksgiving run/walk
design, experiment, and invent. Saturdays, 2-3 p.m., in this Science, Technology, Engineering, Art and Math (STEAM) program. Space is limited to 10 families. It will not be held Nov. 26. Next Chapter Book Club This inclusive community-based book club is designed for people ages 12+ with intellectual and developmental disabilities who have a desire to make friends, explore their community, and read (regardless of current reading ability). This weekly gathering is free and occurs every Wednesday, from 3-4 p.m. Registration required in the library or online in the calendar section of the library’s website. Sit, stay, read! Young readers & listeners can sign up for reading time with a registered therapy dog/handler team. Read with Elsa on Nov. 15, 4-5 p.m. Read with Raven on Nov. 10 and 17, 3:304:30 p.m.
Kiwanis Club of Ahwatukee hosting speakers at its weekly meetings
The Ahwatukee Kiwanis Club invites interested people to attend one of its weekly meetings at 7 a.m. Thursdays at Biscuits Restaurant in the Safeway Plaza at 48th Street and Elliot Road. However, the meeting on Nov. 17 will be held at the Ahwatukee Foothills Family YMCA, 1030 E. Liberty Lane. The lineup of speakers includes: Nov. 10, Vicki Fiorelli, United Way; Dec. 15, Shirley Coomer, Kyrene Foundation.
Democrats and Donuts speakers next week will discuss election results, 2024
Nancy Schriber, chair of Maricopa County Democratic Party, and Ne’Lexia Galloway, its executive director will speak at the 8 a.m. Nov. 16 Democrats and Donuts breakfast at Denny’s, 7400 W. Chandler Blvd., Chandler. They will discuss the Nov. 8 election results, and what’s in store for 2024. Although the start time of the meeting is 8 a.m., attendees are asked to arrive a little earlier to get seated and get your breakfast order in. The hosts will be there by 7:30 a.m. Information: Julia Fleeman at juliafleeman@cox.net.
Submit your releases to pmaryniak@ timespublications.com men – at 7 p.m. Saturday, Nov. 12. The celebrated band will be playing its own tunes and those of Country Western’s legends like Johnny Cash and Willie Nelson. Tickets are going fast for the show at the ARC’s 200-seat main hall and are on sale for $25 online at purplepass.com/ ARC or at the center 9-11 a.m. today through Saturday.
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ith the pandemic subsiding, wedding bells have been tolling more frequently this year – much to Shayna Clute’s delight. Clute is president and owner of True Society Bridal Shop, a global retail collective that opened its eighth location in Mesa. The wedding industry expert said she draws upon her own experience to help brides of all shapes and sizes walk down the aisle in style. “We just want to delight her senses as much as we can surprise her,” Clute said. According to The Wedding Report, experts predict 2022 could see nearly 2.5 million weddings in the U.S. Many of those ceremonies were rescheduled from 2020, when the pandemic force months-long shutdowns of any public gathering spot. Clute has worked in the wedding industry for more than 20 years, nearly the same amount of time she’s known her husband, Scott. She said that while some traditions remain, more couples want to make their weddings unique – including their attire. “They’re still clinging on to tradition, but I feel like they’re infusing more of who they are as a couple into the wedding,” Clute said. “And they’re making their day their day.” Clute said the dress “sets the tone for the day” and remains the focal point for most brides today. She reminisces on her own experience in selecting her gown as she helps her clients. “I draw upon that moment, like finding my dress and my dress shopping experience, because it makes me stay grounded,” Clute said. Clute said her stylist helped make her wedding special and that’s why she has carefully picked her team of stylists – the ones who help a bride pick the right gown and accessories. That’s also why Clute “painstakingly” picked accessories that coordinate with
Shayna Clute recently opened the True Society Bridal Shop in Mesa. (David Minton/AFN Staff Photographer) the gowns, so every bride can experience their signature “say yes” moment with no regret. “I’ve been in the industry for so long that I’ve tried just about every collection that’s out there,” Clute said. Clute opened Luxe Bridal shop in Minnesota in 2010 with her husband. It sold wedding dresses for plus-size women and was even featured on the Today Show in 2013. Now, Clute joins the international True Society brand, which presents itself as “a positive and inclusive destination for brides of every shape, size and style,” according to a press release. “I think a woman’s shopping experience should not change because of her size,” Clute said. Clute brings new levels of luxury to the
Valley with international award-winning designers Essense of Australia, Stella York, Martina Liana, All Who Wander, and Oxford Street. From classic to boho, lace to sparkle, the shop offers styles to meet a variety of tastes and budgets and offers gowns in sizes 2-34. “I’m passionate about that because I’ve been all shapes and sizes throughout my life,” Clute said. While wedding dress sizes derive from a European size chart, Clute said she wants to help all her customers find the perfect dress. “So, we want to make sure that it’s less about the size, and more about the construction and quality of the gown, and the fit,” she said.
The Wedding Report also found that couples will spend an average of more than $24,000 on their wedding. While budget cuts and guest count reductions are consistent this year, The Wedding Report found 87% of couples aren’t having issues finding what they need. Unlike other industries when the economy gets tough, Clute said the bridal dress industry remains somewhat “recession-proof” because it hasn’t seen too much of an increase in the price of materials. “They’re not jumping historically at all,” Clute said. “There’s just small increments that we’re seeing, but we’re really not seeing it affecting us in our stores.”
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Pay attention to this recession survivor checklist BY JOSEPH ORTIZ AFN Guest Writer
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t’s unfortunate, but recessions are a fairly normal part of the economic landscape. When a recession occurs, how might you be affected? The answer depends on your individual situation, but regardless of your circumstances, you might want to consider the items in this recession survival checklist: Assess your income stability. If your employment remains steady, you may not have to do anything different during a recession. But if you think your income could be threatened or disrupted, you might want to consider joining the “gig economy” or looking for freelance or consulting opportunities. Review your spending. Look for ways to trim your spending, such as canceling subscription services you don’t use, eating out less often, and so on.
Pay down your debts. Try to reduce your debts, especially those with high interest rates. Plan your emergency fund. If you haven’t already built one, try to create an emergency fund containing three to six months’ worth of living expenses, with the money kept in a liquid account. Review your protection plan. If your health or life insurance is tied to your work, a change in your employment status could jeopardize this coverage. Review all your options for replacing these types of protection. Also, look for ways to lower premiums on home or auto insurance, without significantly sacrificing coverage, to free up money that could be used for health/life insurance. Keep your long-term goals in mind. Even if you adjust your portfolio during times of volatility, don’t lose sight of your long-term goals. Trying to “outsmart” the market with short-term strategies can often lead to missteps and missed opportunities.
Don’t stop investing. If you can afford it, try to continue investing. Coming out of a recession, stock prices tend to bottom out and then rebound, so if you had headed to the investment “sidelines,” you would have missed the opportunity to benefit from a market rally. Revisit your performance expectations. During a bear market, you will constantly be reminded of the decline of a particular market index, such as the S&P 500 or the Dow Jones Industrial Average. But instead of focusing on these short-term numbers, look instead at the long-term performance of your portfolio to determine if you’re still on track toward meeting your goals. Assess your risk tolerance. If you find yourself worrying excessively about declines in your investment statements, you may want to reevaluate your tolerance for risk. One’s risk tolerance can change over time — and it’s important you feel comfortable with the amount of risk you take when investing.
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Despite the pandemic in 2020 and inflation in 2022, Clute said brides still want to walk down the aisle looking special. “I think it goes back to people willing to pay for experiences coming back from COVID who want to celebrate with their family and friends,” Clute said. As a family operation, Clute said she has conversations about the business with her husband every day, though he works on the corporate side. Clute said she’s really excited for what the future holds for the store and how she can work other small businesses in the area.
Keep diversifying. Diversification is always important for investors — by having a mix of stocks, mutual funds and bonds, you can reduce the impact of market volatility on your portfolio. To cite one example: Higher-quality bonds, such as Treasuries, often move in the opposite direction of stocks, so the presence of these bonds in your portfolio, if appropriate for your goals, can be valuable when market conditions are worsening. (Keep in mind, though, that diversification cannot guarantee profits or protect against all losses in a declining market.) A recession accompanied by a bear market is not pleasant. But by taking the appropriate steps, you can boost your chances of getting through a difficult period and staying on track toward your important financial goals. Joseph Ortiz is a financial planner for Edward Jones. Reach him at 480753-7664 or joseph.ortiz@edwardjones.com.
Featuring custom-built fitting rooms along with all the signature touches that put True Society on the bridal map – including cupcakes, candies or cookies – Clute said she’s looks forward also to collaborating with other businesses to heighten the experience of the dress shopping experience. “I think that’s really important to us in being a part of that collective here in the East Valley and just reaching out and working with other small businesses and helping them,” Clute said. Information: 1837 W. Guadalupe Road, Mesa; 480-590-7988, truesociety. com/locations/mesa-az
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Who’s to blame when self-driving cars kill? BY NORMA FARIS HUBELE AFN Guest Writer
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he first U.S. felony case involving a driver using a partially automated driving system began recently in California. Limousine driver Kevin George Aziz Riad had his 2016 Tesla Model S on Autopilot when it ran a red light, crashed into a Honda Civic, and killed two people in 2019. Edward Walters, an adjunct professor at the Georgetown University law school, posed the key question in a recent article in Automotive News: “Who is at fault, man or machine?” According to Walters, an expert in selfdriving vehicles and the law, the prosecutors will have difficulty proving the driver is guilty because “some parts of the task are being handled by Tesla.”
Yet Tesla is not facing charges in the case. Legal experts say that’s because it’s even harder to make a criminal case stick against a company. Autopilot claims face global pressure Instead, legal entities worldwide are moving to curb Tesla’s marketing of the Autopilot system. In 2020, a court in Munich banned Tesla from describing its system as “full potential for autonomous driving” and “Autopilot exclusive” in its German advertising. I agree with this ruling, and so does the Society of Automotive Engineers. SAE developed the auto industry’s accepted Levels of Driving Automation, using a 0-5 scale. Level 5 is a completely self-driving vehicle. Think of KITT, the Pontiac Trans Am Firebird in the 1980s series Knight Rider, that could plan a route and drive it, all by itself. By comparison, Tesla’s Autopilot is at Level 2. At that level, the technology package
can control the vehicle speed, braking, and steering. However, the driver needs to pay attention and be ready to assume control of the driving if something goes haywire. A big caveat for car buyers & investors Tesla also offers more extensive Autopilot systems called Enhanced Autopilot and Full Self-Driving Capability. However, all its systems come with the caveat, as stated on Tesla.com: “The currently enabled Autopilot, Enhanced Autopilot, and Full Self-Driving features require active driver supervision and do not make the vehicle autonomous.” In other words, the system is actually assisting, not replacing the driver. Tesla’s self-driving claims are also facing scrutiny from the U.S. Department of Justice. Similar to the German judge’s opinion, the federal investigation centers on the idea of misleading the public. Namely, both car buyers and Tesla investors. Right now, most of us are not Tesla own-
ers and probably pay little attention to what Tesla calls its system, whether Autopilot, Self-Driving, or Robo-car. And our interest in the tragic Riad case centers mainly on its novelty. However, the serious charges that Riad faces should give us pause. Someday in the near future, we may be driving vehicles with more partially automated features, get in a fender bender or a more serious crash, and face the blame game. Then it will be up to the insurance companies to decide who’s at fault: man or machine.
Over the decades, Phoenix developed a robust and diverse water resource portfolio with multiple sources and contingency supplies to provide our customers with safe, affordable, and reliable water. While the current Colorado River shortage is a concern, it is also an opportunity. It is an opportunity to refocus on how we use water in the desert. There are many things each of us can do to reduce our water use. Removing nonfunctional (decorative only) turf, replacing high-water-use landscapes with desert landscaping, and installing efficient outdoor watering systems are the most effective methods that residents and businesses can use to save water. Water-efficient appliances, low-flow toilets, and fixtures are also essential conservation tools, and the City will soon launch programs that help people to make these substantial changes. Phoenix is also working to promote water-saving technology
for cooling systems in large buildings. In Phoenix, we will continue to invest in infrastructure projects that provide resiliency, such as underground water storage and piping. An important example is the new Drought Pipeline, which provides additional flexibility to move water across the City. In addition, earlier this year, we agreed to participate in the 500+ Plan by foregoing part of our Colorado River water allotment with the goal of adding 500,000 acre-feet of additional water to Lake Mead each year through 2026. We will also explore innovative ways to reduce the impact of climate change on our water resources, including the construction of advanced water treatment of recycled water for use in homes and businesses. Phoenix is committed to exploring the development of additional renewable surface water supplies. The supplies will be a
significant addition to our water resiliency; yet it is important to understand that the cost to acquire, treat, and deliver these water supplies will be significant. As part of our ongoing effort to keep the public informed about how reduced allocations of Colorado River water are impacting the City of Phoenix, Phoenix Water staff are hosting a series of town hall meetings open to the public – learn more at phoenix.gov/drought. This town hall series provides our customers with information about the Colorado River shortage and how it pertains to the City of Phoenix. The presenters discuss the Stage 1 Water Alert and Drought Management Plan. They also focus on how the City manages its diverse and robust water supplies, new infrastructure investments, and other strategies in development to prepare for a
Ahwatukee resident Norma Faris Hubele is professor emerita of Arizona State University and creator of TheAutoProfessor.com, a website that helps families make safer car choices. Her book, “Backseat Driver, The Role of Data in Great Car Safety Debates” was published in August by Routledge.
How Phoenix can overcome Colorado River shortage BY TROY HAYES AFN Guest Writer
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ater is an essential resource for the sustainability of any community. But water is even more precious in the Valley of the Sun, and the supply is not infinite. We must all work together to do our part to conserve water so that future generations can enjoy the desert lifestyle that so many of us cherish. Overallocation and climate change have created a water shortage on the Colorado River, prompting Phoenix to declare a Stage 1 Water Alert and activate its Drought Management Plan for the first time in 20 years. These steps are the first in a series of measures designed to protect water resources when there is a disruption.
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LETTERS TO THE EDITOR Help the Kyrene Turkey & Trimmings and Winter Wonderland drives
The Kyrene Foundation, in partnership with Sun Valley Church and the Kyrene School District, is hosting its annual Turkey & Trimmings Celebration in November. We are also celebrating the December holidays with Winter Wonderland. We are asking for only monetary donations for both events. We are unable to accept tangible gift donations– no toys or gift cards please. Our ambitious goal this year is to raise $40,000 that will provide for over 325 Kyrene families and their 950 children to be served during these holiday seasons. Needs may vary but our community never wavers. The Donation Drive 2021 was a great success due to a tremendous outpouring of generosity from our community & partners. The Kyrene Foundation, Sun Valley Church and the Kyrene District were able to ensure over 200 families and 700 children did not go without the simple joys of the holiday season. The Kyrene Schools Community Foundation (Tax ID# 86-0607130) is a nonprofit organization dedicated to serving and providing resources to children and families in the Kyrene community. Make an online donation or become a sponsor through Dec. 3 at: kyrenefoundation.org/winterwonderland/ -Rick Richardson, Vice President, Kyrene Foundation
Kyrene board ‘advocates trendy wokeness’ in gender remarks
The national war to capture the hearts, minds, and bodies of our precious youth in our public-school systems is being waged every day in every state. The article in the Oct. 19 AFN entitled, “Kyrene Board begrudgingly OKs ban on boys in girls-only sports” underscores that battle right here in Ahwatukee! The radical movement originated years ago in our universities with support from left wing activist groups including the “trusted” teachers’ unions. In today’s vernacular they embraced CRT, cancel culture, DEI, and gender identity as they infiltrate the classroom with their incessant rhetoric. Their “real” intent is to tear down the
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hotter, drier climate. In addition, attendees can ask questions about water conservation efforts and how Phoenix is positioning itself for
very foundation of our society by co-opting our children. Many school boards, administrators, and teachers have become complicit pawns in the war. The powerful educational hierarchy is statistically, ideologically, and politically left wing. Their financial contributions and voting patterns are factual evidence of their tendencies. Parents across the nation are grappling with sensitive societal issues, as well as trying to ensure their children receive practical skills to compete in today’s society. Meanwhile, Kyrene Board members are focused on gender identity issues and unabashedly stated their opposition to the law Save Girls Sports Act as SB 1165 was titled. Kevin Walsh says, “We do intend to comply with the language. It’s just a question of whether or not we want to have that in our policy.” Michelle Fahy and Wanda Kolomyjec demurred to the law and sought the elimination of the law’s language from the district’s policy manual. All three will “sort of “comply, but won’t make it part of the board’s policy manual? Can you say “double talk?” Their words are suborning noncompliance by giving administrators and teachers cover for taking ideological and political latitudes in the classroom. Where do board members derive the statutory right and responsibility to advocate trendy “wokeness”? The answer is they do not have the authority. Ideological and political issues are the province of parents. Examples of actions in public schools around the nation; male transgenders are celebrated as “heroes” for winning athletic competition against girls, biological males are given access to girl’s locker rooms, and counselors circumvent parents in discussions on gender identity. What’s next, the board’s tacit approval for puberty blockers and transgender surgery including breast and genital removal for minors? These board members have issued a clear, dangerous, and challenging signal to parents and grandparents alike…. We know better than you, we know better
a sustainable future with less Colorado River water. The Valley is one of the fastest-growing metro areas in the country, and we expect this region will attract people and businesses for many years.
than the law, and we are in charge of your daughters and granddaughters. Can this happen in our Ahwatukee public schools? Who should define what is appropriate for our children’s emotional, psychological, sexual, moral, and physical well- being? Parents of course, not a systemically liberal education bureaucracy. They are our children; we need to be vigilant and be involved. -Dave Neal
Sympathy for a cause does not condone lawlessness
Running the letter that touched on election denial in your last issue before the midterms gives no chance to respond in the public forum of the letters page before the election. However, the question of election denial has to be met with a response that is truthful and measured. I am not happy about defending either person whom the letter writer alleged to be an election denier, but truth is truth. It is true that Stacey Abrams in Georgia never conceded the governor’s race in 2018, arguing that Brian Kemp, who was secretary of state and in charge of elections, had rigged the game in his favor. She did however acknowledge that he was the governor of Georgia as a result of the election and the rules of that election. Hillary Clinton lost the 2016 presidential election and conceded it and called on her supporters to give the next president a chance to lead. Every source for public election information indicates she won the popular vote nationwide, so if there’s any hint of denialism in her public speaking, it’s simply that the Electoral College system can in some cases deny the will of the majority of the nation’s voters because it gives the individual states more power to decide the presidency than it gives to the citizens of the entire United States. Most of the time the popular vote and the electoral vote coincide. An Electoral College victory over the popular vote only happened five times in our history and 2016 was one of them. It will happen again sometime if the Republic survives all this argumentative nonsense. These cases do not present a precedent
Because of historic water conservation efforts, we can continue sustainable growth. Still, we must work together to overcome this Colorado River problem. That will require us to see water differently – not as an abundant resource – but
for denying the results of the 2020 U.S. presidential election and for the lack of either a concession speech or an acknowledgment that Mr. Biden is the president of the United States as a result of the election and the rules of that election. The facts to contradict this conclusion are not in evidence. In the interests of truth, the letter writer was wrong about the deaths at the Capitol. However, had the letter-writer said that protester Ashlee Babbitt was the only person killed in the police response to the Jan. 6, 2020, attack on the Capitol, that assertion appears to be correct. Another protester, Roseanne Boyland, apparently was trounced to death by the surging crowd. Both died as a result of the protesters’ push beyond the barriers set up by the Capitol Police. (The other deaths all lumped together with the tenuous description of being “connected” to the attack conceivably could have happened had there been no attack. Several died by natural causes, four police officers took their own lives later, and another officer’s own health condition may have led to his death the day after the protesters attacked him, but the medical examiner did not rule out the possibility that the stress of the event may have hastened his demise by several strokes.) If you demand that protesters for other causes should respect the police, then it would seem very difficult to claim that the Jan. 6 protesters who breached the Capitol were within “the right of the people peaceably to assemble, and to petition the Government for a redress of grievances,” as the First Amendment to the U.S. Constitution states it. The attacks on property, citizens and police in other cities during widespread protests are unjustified and so do not justify the Jan. 6 attackers. It’s a grave mistake in our discourse to think that sympathy for a cause means the same thing as condoning lawlessness. -Sal Caputo
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Pride dominates in win over Sunrise Mountain BY LANCE HARTZLER AFN Contributing Writer
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he Mountain Pointe Pride couldn’t have played much better Friday night at home against the Sunrise Mountain Mustangs. It mirrored the type of dominating performances Mountain Pointe had during its prime, when it won a state title in 2013 and was dominant up until the 2017-18 season. This year’s edition of the Pride is trying to resurrect that magic, and looked well on their way with a dominant, 49-6 Senior Night win over the 5A Mustangs from the West Valley. And that’s exactly the goal for the prideful Pride. “It feels good,” senior quarterback Chris Arviso II said. “It’s a step on the steppingstone of bringing back the Mountain Pointe powerhouse. It feels good that I am a part of this and all my friends are a part
Mountain Pointe dominated Sunrise Mountain Friday night to take home a Senior Night win and improve its playoff ranking. (Dave Minton/AFN Staff) of this to try and bring Mountain Pointe to what it used to be.”
The Pride improve to 6-3 overall following the non-conference win and remain
solidly in the playoff picture with one game left. Sunrise Mountain continues to struggle and falls to 3-6 overall. Arviso played calm and collected all night, throwing two touchdowns and, at one point in the first half, was an efficient 10-for-11 through the air with a few dimes sprinkled in there. His two touchdowns came in the first half, one to Jaylen Johnson and one to Christian Clark. Clark also scored the exclamation point late in the fourth, while Randle Parker scored twice (45-yard run and a five-yard run) and Jay’len Rushing (one-yard run and a 50-yard run). “I feel like our offense is elite,” Arviso said. “It’s very hard to stop because we have three running backs who are amazing. Our line blocks. Then we have athletes everywhere.” The emotions of senior night weren’t a
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Thunder fall in back-and-forth battle with Cesar Chavez BY AARON HEALY AFN Contributing Writer
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esert Vista is playing for pride at this point of the season. The Thunder have struggled to find their footing all year, losing early in the season in blowout fashion and most recently in back-and-forth affairs that seem to slip away in the final moments of the game. That was the case once again Friday night against Cesar Chavez as the Thunder fell to the Champions 45-36. “A lot of penalties, mistakes … those ate at us like parasites,” Desert Vista senior linebacker Antonio Delgado said. “That’s kinda been a common factor, I guess. We can play up there with some of the best teams, but we lose to ourselves a lot, especially mentally. “That’s what I feel like has been happening a lot lately, especially toward the
end of this game.” The mistakes, penalties and miscues allowed for the Champions to capitalize on multiple occasions throughout the night. Chavez quarterback Jorge Beltran and wide receiver Myseth Currie played a pivotal role in the success of the Champions against Desert Vista’s defense. But that has been the case all season for two of Chavez’s best players. All season they’ve been in sync. “Ever since I came over here, we have been grinding all day and night,” said Beltran, who transferred from Mountain Pointe. “We wake up in the morning at like eight in the morning, get some throws in, go to practice and get some more throws in.” Along with a healthy dose of Beltran and Currie, Chavez running back Micah Boozer found success against the Thun-
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Desert Vista junior quarterback Braxton Thomas is hit as he throws by Cesar Chavez senior defensive back Marzhon Hooks Friday, Nov. 4 at Thunder Stadium. (David Minton/Staff Pho-
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Local sports icons inducted into Arizona Sports Hall of Fame BY ZACH ALVIRA AFN Sports Editor
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edro Gomez’s death on Jan. 7 in his Ahwatukee home sent shockwaves throughout the sports industry. The ESPN reporter was immensely popular, most notably for his coverage of baseball for several years on the broadcast giant’s family of networks. It also shocked the Ahwatukee community, where he moved his family to 25 years ago. Gomez was only 58 when he suddenly passed away. He was honored for his work then and now, almost a year later, was honored once again. On Tuesday, Nov. 1 at Chateau Luxe in north Phoenix, Gomez was among the six individuals inducted into the Arizona Sports Hall of Fame. His name now resides alongside other impactful sports icons the state has seen. “This is just an incredible day, an incredible experience,” Rio said. “I think the Arizona Sports Hall of Fame really embodies him. Baseball was his passion but Arizona, he loved. This was always his home. To be able to have both of those – Arizona and sports – come together, it’s as good as it gets.” Rio was joined by his brother, Dante, and other family members at the ceremony to represent their father. To this day he still wears a bracelet in honor of his father. He said he never takes it off. Looking down and touching the bracelet while on the red carpet at the Hall of Fame induction ceremony, Rio smiled at the thought of his father being there with him in spirit. The two were close. The entire family was. Rio knows his father would appreciate the honor of being among Arizona’s elite. “It feels like there’s always a little piece of him with me,” Rio said. “So, right now, we’re walking the red carpet. I think he would be really proud of the moment.” Gomez was inducted into the Hall of Fame alongside several other icons, including Xavier girls’ basketball coach Jennifer Gillom, former NAU Lumberjack basketball player Peggy Kennedy and philanthropist and active member of premier Arizona sporting events Michael Kennedy, who was represented by Dawn Kennedy. Arizona Cardinals great Larry Fitzgerald was also inducted as well as Seton Catholic girls’ basketball coach Karen Self, who
Rio and Dante Gomez, the sons of the late Pedro Gomez, represented their father along with other family members as he was inducted into the Arizona Sports Hall of Fame as part of the 2022 class. (Zach Alvira/AFN Staff) is already in the Hall of Fame at Seton and the Arizona Basketball Coaches Association and will be inducted into the Chandler Sports Hall of Fame next year. “I think I said, ‘You’re kidding me,’ about 15 times,” Self said. “And then I said, ‘I can’t believe it,’ another 15 times. It’s just
incredible and hard to believe … I feel like this is a really good opportunity to look back over the course of my career and be grateful for the amazing people I’ve encountered along the way and who have helped me in this process.” Self’s resume speaks for itself.
The longtime coach of the Sentinels has won 12 state titles during her tenure. In 2020 she was named as the head coach of one of the McDonald’s All-American teams, the All-Star game dedicated to elite high school basketball players from across the country. She’s helped develop several high-level Division I college basketball players and currently boasts a 775-155 record as a coach at Seton, which third all-time for the most wins by a coach in Arizona high school girls’ basketball. This season she will pass Winslow legend Don Petranovich, who finished his career with 780 wins as a coach. Self could also pass Miner Webster before her career is over. Webster, who retired in 2018 from his position as head coach at Highland, leads the state with 816 wins. He was just recently named the new head girls’ basketball coach at Desert Ridge. Despite her accolades, Self remains humble. She doesn’t like to have the recognition or spotlight, even though she appreciates it. To her, it’s all about the girls she coaches and people who have been with her at various points of her career. “It feels amazing,” Self said. “And it feels like a great opportunity to thank the people around me along the way.” Self has no plans of slowing down any time soon. She’s excited for the upcoming season, and to showcase what some of her young players can do at the varsity level. Her excitement level keeps her going every year. Until she wakes up and isn’t looking forward to the season, she plans to remain in the game and as a head coach. “As long as I can still say that I am super excited to start the season and that I love my team, I’ll be coaching,” Self said. “I feel like we’re going to be the typical Seton team, scrappy on defense and we’re excited about the shot clock. “We’re going to try to be the best version of ourselves and see where it ends up.”
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Seton Catholic girls’ head basketball coach Karen Self, who has won 12 titles in her tenure, was one of the six inductees for the 2022 class alongside Gomez. She took the opportunity to thank those who have helped her along the way in her career. (Zach Alvira/AFN Staff)
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DV boys finish 2nd to Chaparral at state swim meet BY JOEY PLISHKA AFN Contributing Writer
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year removed from its defeat at the hands of Desert Vista, the Chaparral boys swim team returned to the state finals in 2022 with a goal to achieve what they did in 2020, win the state championship. Desert Vista boys beat Chaparral by only two points in the 2021 finals. Since last year, the Firebirds have had their eye on a championship in 2022. “On the boys’ side, we’ve been motivated since a year ago,” Chaparral coach Russel Krzyzanowski said. Chaparral made it clear that they were not going to go down easy as both the boys and girls’ teams would dominate the day at the pool with each team walking away with a championship trophy. It is the second time they have accomplished the feat in three years. “We’re just looking for redemption this year and try to bring one back for Chaparral,” senior Tristan Dalbey said. Chaparral boys soared above second place Desert Vista, finishing with a total of 390.5 points while Desert Vista managed 273 points – a difference of 117.5 points. The two teams set the tone early in the opening 200 medley relay with Desert Vista setting a state record during the opening race with a time of 1:31.75 and Chaparral finishing not far behind with a time of 1:32.48. Although the Thunder won the opening race, the Firebirds responded by finishing with podium positions in the individual races as well as a pair of relays to break open the scoring in their favor. “We couldn’t be happier, honestly,” Desert Vista head coach Stacey Gibson said. “We broke a state record in the medley relay, and we’re excited to take that home.” Despite the second-place finish, the Thunder was happy about their ability to stay competitive throughout the day. Dalbey took first in the 50-freestyle, fin-
The Desert Vista boys’ swim team placed second overall Saturday at the Division I state swim & dive championships. The meet, held at Skyline Aquatic Center in Mesa, was dominated by Chaparral, who swept both the girls’ and boys’ state titles at the Division I level. (Courtesy Desert
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ishing with a time of 20.63 and beating out Hamilton’s Ian Pickles by 0.05 seconds. Casteel’s August Vetsch would finish third in that race, making him the third swimmer to reach All-American Consideration in the race. Dalbey would also finish third in the 100-freestyle with a time of 45.94, while also being a crucial piece in the 200-freestyle relay and the 400 freestyle relay wins
to close out the victory for the Firebirds. Desert Vista’s Tres Mungia took first in the 200 individual medley and was a reliable swimmer in the 200 freestyle and 400 freestyle relays, helping the Thunder finish second and third in those races respectively. Other notable performances came from Higley’s Keaton Jones, who set a state record in the 200-freestyle with
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a time of 1:35.72. Jones also earned All American Auto in the 100-backstroke with a time of 48.28. “I feel like I’ve been working so hard for so long and you can win so many times but once your names at the top, it feels so good,” Jones said. Chaparral’s girls won their ninth consecutive state championship, finishing the day with 315 points with Horizon scoring 262 and Desert Vista scoring 224 to round out the top three. They took two of three relays, finishing first in the 200-medley relay in 1:47.88 and the 400-freestyle relay with a time of 3:30.33. Red Mountain’s Sophia Jahn had a notable day posting two individual wins in the 100-butterfly with a time of 54:33 and the 50 freestyle, both of which were good for All-American Auto recognition. Chaparral’s Ella Cosgrove had a successful day as well, taking first place in two individual races. Cosgrove won the 200 freestyle and the 500 freestyle while also leading the relays for the Firebirds. “Ella led off (the relays) and hopefully she’s the girls’ swimmer of the year,” Krzyzanowski said. At the end of the day, Chaparral completed the state sweep in convincing fashion, leaving behind no doubt that they worked hard to achieve the sweep. That goal became a reality Saturday night. As both boys’ and girls’ teams huddled together, both trophies broke through the blazing orange Arizona sunset, setting up a picture-perfect setting for a pictureperfect ending for Chaparral’s season “We have a mission and a team bonding event to come together as a whole and to compete as something bigger than ourselves,” Krzyzanowski said. Despite not coming away with a state title, the Desert Vista swim team remains in good hands on both the boys’ and girls’ side. They’ve risen to the occasion over the course of the last few years to be one of the state’s elite programs, and that won’t change anytime soon.
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distraction, and the Pride didn’t overlook the team on the other side of the line of scrimmage. They played their game and played it near perfect. It was well on its way to a shutout, but the Mustangs scored off a Micah Johnson run from eight yards out with 1:33 left in the third off the only clean offensive drive of the night. Elsewhere, the Pride defense was key with a number of pass break ups, some leading directly to third and fourth down drops and turnovers. Senior Amir Miller even blocked a
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der. He rushed for two touchdowns on the night before his emotions got the best of him and he was ejected at halftime before heading to the locker room. But despite that, Cesar Chavez’s offense flourished. Yet so did Desert Vista’s. The two teams traded scores throughout most of the first half. That carried over to the final two quarters of play. Though, Cesar Chavez’s defense started to find its footing against Desert Vista quarterback Braxton Thomas and his wideouts.
punt, and the Pride defense secured a strip-sack fumble before Clark’s exclamation point TD in the fourth, and earlier in the game Joseph Washington picked off a pass. Aside from a blocked field goal or a safety, the Pride did just about everything. “We limited our penalties this week and we executed pretty well,” Pride head coach Eric Lauer said. “… Our level of play needs to get raised at some spots, but I agree I think we executed pretty well.” Since a Week 3 home loss to Chaparral (now 3-6 overall) the Pride have gone 5-1 with the only loss coming at hands of No. 8 Thomas was forced to scramble on several occasions in the second half and make something out of broken plays. That eventually led to the Thunder’s second-half struggles and the miscues that came with them. “Offense started out hot, there wasn’t really much they could do to stop us,” Thomas said. “Unfortunately, we weren’t able to capitalize in key situations. We got an interception early in the second quarter when we were up seven that gave us a chance to take the momentum and put them away, but there was a bad snap and
Corona Del Sol. That 31-13 loss to Chaparral stings in hindsight, but the Pride have responded with a flurry and have played their best football since then. “The Chaparral game is one we felt we left on the table a bit,” Lauer said. “They beat us, but we didn’t play up to our full potential. A lot of that was my fault and what I thought we could do to win the game, and I was wrong. … It’s not how you start, it’s how you finish, and we definitely had some stuff to clean up and we are trying to build off one week to the next.” Mountain Pointe is firmly in the 6A play-
Chavez was able to get the ball back. “There were a couple other times where we were in the red zone and weren’t able to finish drives due to personal flags or false starts. So, offensively, we have to be able to get out of our own way.” As both teams found the end zone and Desert Vista attempted a comeback, both teams became emotional. A common sight for November football with two teams vying for a playoff opportunity this late in the season. While the Champions are still in con-
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LISA KLAGES ductions in Chicago, Nigeria and England before coming to Phoenix six years ago. “It’s like doing a parody because it is the actual show, but there’s some modern English woven throughout,” McKenzie said about “Drunk Shakespeare.” “A lot of it was releasing the idea of what I thought Shakespeare was supposed to look like and what the seriousness of the show is supposed to be about and go in with a different viewpoint. “There are funny bits and people are going to laugh and say that in the regular text it would be very, very serious but in our show it’s funny. Also letting go of the idea that people are just going to laugh because it’s funny and not to take it so seriously, but also remaining true to the text.” Normally a whisky drinker, McKenzie switches to chilled tequila when it is her night to imbibe. “Working with this group of people has been so beautiful and refreshing,” McKenzie said. “I love the care from the actors in the show to the higher ups. It’s a good feel-
ing to know that you’re not just working. You’re not just doing the job. But you’re in a space where people care about how you feel.” Klages said she realizes that directing a drunken actor is different than a sober one. That leads to an ever-changing show. “I sort of like to describe it as when a new season of your favorite TV show comes out,” Klages said. “You think you understand all the characters, all the motivation, all the backstory and then a new season comes out and you get all new information about how that story works. That’s what it feels like to extend the show this way.” The Rose Theatre was designed specifically for this type of show, said Paola Cicuttini, vice president of marketing and corporate communications for the Arizona Center. “It was built for the Shakespeare production that you see in that sunken theater block,” she said. “There are three tiers to it, but all of the tiers keep you close to the action and to the performers and the performers walk through and interact with everyone.” The three tiers house 130 guests. A pair of seats at the head of the stage offer the royal experience. “It comes with admission to the show, as well as caviar, chocolates and hand massages, a very fancy bottle of champagne and the ability to influence the events of the evening,” Klages said about the $500 price tag. The entrance to the Rose Theatre is off the valet parking area in the Arizona Center with a rose sticker on door 1010. “I think people should know that if and when they’re coming to the show, it’s a much easier and fun way to experience Shakespeare,” Mckenzie said. “It’s not go-
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AHWATUKEE FOOTHILLS NEWS | NOVEMBER 9, 2022
Plumbing
Pool Service / Repair
Plumbing
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Family Operated by 3 Generations of Roofers! We have a “Spencer” on every job and every step of the way.
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Affinity Plumbing LLC 480-487-5541
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480-390-1212
PHILLIPS
ROOFING LLC COMMERCIAL AND RESIDENTIAL
Family Owned and Operated 43 Years Experience in Arizona
NOT A LICENSED CONTRACTOR
PLUMBING We Repair or Install ROC # 272721
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$35.00 Off Any Service Call Today!
A+ RATED
AHWATUKEE’S #1 PLUMBER Licensed • Bonded • Insured
704.5422
(480)
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Roofing
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602-471-2346
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AHWATUKEE FOOTHILLS NEWS | NOVEMBER 9, 2022
Roofing
Roofing
TILE ROOFING SPECIALISTS
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Commercial & Residential Family Owned & Operated
Roofing
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AHWATUKEE FOOTHILLS NEWS | NOVEMBER 9, 2022
OFF
We Are Clearing Out Our Entire Warehouse You Owe It To Yourself To Get To Spencers… You Need It We’ve Got It Next Day Delivery…We Make It Easy
Lower Prices Better Selection Knowledgeable Sales Staff Extraordinary Service
INCREDIBLE SAVINGS!!
OVER-THE-RANGE MICROWAVE WASHER
$
• 3.4 Cu. Ft. Capacity • 8 Wash Cycles • 3 Temperature Settings • Dual Action Agitator NTW450IXQ CLOSEOUT
• • • •
DRYER • Super Capacity • Multiple Drying Cycles • Automatic Dryness Control NED4500VQ CLOSEOUT
429
$
EACH
329
HDA2000TWW CLOSEOUT
$
REFRIGERATOR
• Adjustable Gallon Door Bins • LED Interior Lighting • Exterior Ice and Water Dispenser with EveryDrop™ Water Filtration • Hidden Hinges • Electronic Temperature Controls WRS315SDHM
12 MONTHS
NO INTEREST**
DRYER
699 WF45T6200AW
DVE45T6200W
OVER-THE-RANGE MICROWAVE
• 1.7 cu. ft. Capacity • 1,000 Watts • 220 CFM Venting System • 2 Stage Cooking • Quick Touch Settings WMH31017AS CLOSEOUT
2399
$
• 2 HDMI Inputs • Airplay2 Built-In
449
219
• 7.5 Cu. Ft.Capacity • 4.5 Cu. Ft. Capacity • 10 Cycles • 10 Wash Cycles • 9 Options • Smart Care • Steam Sanitize
• Normal Wash Cycle • Heated Dry On/Off • Standard Upper Rack
58”
58” 4K UHD SMART TV
FFMV1846VW CLOSEOUT
FRONT LOAD WASHER
DISHWASHER
$
1.8 Cu. Ft. Capacity 2 Speed 300 CFM Exhaust Digital Display Timer
NO INTEREST ‘TIL JAN 2024**
EACH
DISHWASHER
• High Temperature Wash • 12-Place Settings • Heated Dry Option • 1 Hour Wash Cycle • 3 Wash Cycles WDF110PABS CLOSEOUT
UN58TU7000
99
$
BFTF2716SS
STAINLESS STEEL 23 CU. FT. SIDE BY SIDE • Deli Drawer • Crisper Shelves • LED Lighting
RANGE
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BUYS ALL 4 PIECES
999
$
FFSS2315TS CLOSEOUT
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