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Goodyear man helps restore Luke AFB assists veterans in Puerto Rico’s power finding success

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“To see it firsthand, the number of people out of power and the number of days without power is humbling.” Marchese, a coach at Desert Edge High School, has provided aid before, but this time he wasn’t sure what to expect. SRP has had mutual assistance missions in New York, San Diego, Southern California and Mexico. This is the first time teams have left the mainland. “When we went to New York and California, we’re considered a donor utility,” he said. “We send our skilled labor to help – crews, trucks and equipment – to get people back in power. That’s the

Steven Olson was working toward his master’s degree when his instructor at Luke Air Force Base’s Webster University revealed something to the class: The facility’s visitors center was converting to the Military and Veterans Success Center. It is the nation’s first communitysupported, case-managed, holistic support center for transitioning military, veterans and their spouses. It is located outside of the Luke AFB Lightning Gate entrance. “I thought I would get some brownie points from the instructor by running over there and seeing what it was all about,” Olson said with a laugh. “I’m glad I did. I just retired from the military. I’m taking advantage of my GI Bill and going to school at night.” What he learned was the center is a onestop shop to help military members and their spouses learn how to smoothly and successful transition to civilian life. Case managers help individuals create success plans that incorporate all facets of their lives. Students can seek funding through the Maricopa Community Colleges Foundation for scholarships, books, tuition, housing, resume writing, financial literacy, transitional classes, child care and emergency needs. The center also provides mental health resources and monthly substance abuse classes, the latter of which begin February 5. The services are free. “Whatever they need, we’ll provide

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NEWS .............. 4 Goodyear PD hosts explosive detection event

SPORTS ........ 17 Estrella Foothills girls’ soccer team undefeated

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Bret Marchese of Goodyear takes a selfie with a grateful family in Puerto Rico. (Photo courtesy SRP)

By Christina Fuoco-Karasinski Looking somber, Bret Marchese of SRP talks about organizing efforts to restore power in Puerto Rico. For more than 35 days, the Goodyear resident was on the island battered by the category-five hurricanes Irma and Maria that destroyed much of its electrical infrastructure. As the Puerto Rico Electric Power Authority rebuilds its grid, SRP is providing insight. “It was definitely sad to see the level of devastation,” said Marchese, who works at SRP’s Tempe campus. “Eighty percent of the system is down. It’s not something you typically see.

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SRP...continued from page 1 more traditional role we play. In this instance, we were one of the seven utilities that manned one of the seven regions.” When Marchese and his team arrived, they helped assess the damage. “PREPA started damage assessment, and we were helping them finish it by verifying assessments and the materials they would need,” he said. “We organized a master plan, which helped store power, and just trying to help them get their arms around that devastation.” PREPA then established the levels of priority. When Marchese left, 50 percent of the power in the region in which he was working was restored. There are still a significant number of poles down in areas, including rainforests and those with rough terrain. There are seven regions. “It’s difficult to get there,” he said. “It’s difficult to get materials. There are a lot of challenges down there.” Now that Marchese is home, another team will head to the island nation. PREPA has its own line crew, along with help from the U.S. Army Corps of rs.

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Rio Paseo communities offer energy efficiency

By West Valley View staff Maracay Homes is celebrating the grand opening of two communities within walking distance from Goodyear Saturday, February 10. The grand opening event will include a neighborhood gathering from noon to 3 p.m. featuring a barbecue lunch catered by Rudy’s Bar-B-Q. Dessert and refreshments will also be served. Potential homebuyers are encouraged to attend the event, where they will have a chance to meet Maracay’s new home advisers, tour the model homes and learn about the neighborhood amenities. Homes at both of Maracay’s Rio Paseo neighborhoods, Villages and Cottages, will be registered with the U.S. Green Building Council, a third-party rating system that verifies compliance across several areas addressing sustainability, with the goal of earning the LEED Certified designation. Designed to use 30 to 50 percent less energy than typical homes, Maracay’s Homes at Rio Paseo will meet the EPA’s Indoor airPLUS specifications, and will feature waterefficient fixtures, LED lighting, energy-

efficient heating and cooling systems, Energy Star appliances, and Wi-Fienabled, programmable thermostats. Ranging from 1,335 to 1,497 square feet and priced from the low $200,000s, the 117 condominium homes at the gated Villages neighborhood will feature three, two-story Flex Design floor plans, including a carriage home that is entirely livable on the upper level and offers a garage and entry on the first floor. The homes are designed to complement a low-maintenance lifestyle, featuring open floor plans, walk-in closets in the master bedrooms and spacious kitchens with granite slab countertops. Outside the homes, residents will enjoy plenty of neighborhood amenities, including a private community pool, fitness center and shaded playground area. The Cottages floor plans range from 1,674 to 1,929 square feet and will be priced from the mid $200,000s. Each of the 93 single-family, detached homes will remain below the FHA loan limits, while at the same time offering premium

options like spacious great rooms, walk-in kitchen pantries and indoor-outdoor living areas. The homes also boast tankless water heaters and many of the same amenities as those at the Villages, including open ﬂoor plans, walk-in closets in the master bedrooms, and kitchens with granite slab countertops. The Villages and The Cottages at Rio Paseo are in the Maracay communities Litchﬁeld Elementary and Agua Fria Union High school will offer Flex Design. districts. (Photo courtesy Maracay Homes) All homes are Energy Star Several high-performing charter certified and registered with the certification goal of LEED- and private schools are also nearby. certified standards from the U.S. Green Additionally, the neighboring 14-acre Building Council. The homes also Rio Paseo Park features a waterfall include Maracay Homes’ Living Smart pond, walking and jogging paths, and program for high performance and barbecue grills. Originally developed prior to the energy efficiency. The Villages and The Cottages at recession by another developer, Rio Rio Paseo are located on West Encanto Paseo fell dormant during the housing Boulevard, north of Interstate 10, and downturn. In 2016, Maracay purchased in the Litchfield Elementary and Agua the property. For more information, Fria Union High school districts. visit maracayhomes.com.

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Goodyear PD hosts explosive detection K9 event By Connor Dziawura

The Goodyear Police Department hosted its first Regional Explosives Detection Dog Initiative (REDDI) at Goodyear Ballpark in mid-January. The two-day event, which was supported by the Department of Homeland Security Science and Technology Directorate’s REDDI team, featured training for K9 units from the Goodyear Police Department, Arizona Department of Corrections, Arizona Department of Public Safety, BNSF Railroad Police, Chandler Police Department, Maricopa County Sheriff’s Office, Mesa Police Department and the Phoenix Police Department. The event is the first of its kind in the Southwest. The purpose, Goodyear Sgt. Brad Hardin said, is to provide the dogs with the cleanest odors possible, free of contaminants. The contaminants can range from storage materials to human contact scents. “For this event, bringing (the DHS REDDI team) in here, we got

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ADOT shows support for Luke Air Force Base By Allison Neri

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By Monique Artis Thousands are expected at Buckeye Municipal Airport’s free air fair on Saturday, February 3. Guests can spend the day watching an airshow, exploring aircrafts and simulators, riding on planes, and enjoying food and a kid’s zone at the airport at 3000 S. Palo Verde Road. The air fair, from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m., allows attendees learn about aviation history and tradition, and to honor veterans. This year, Luke Air Force Base jets will ﬂy over the event. It’s an opportunity for the public to see the airport, which was originally a World War II military base. Every year, SciTech teams with vendors to bring interactive experiments for kids. Lowell Observatory, which will bring telescopes, and Civil Air Patrol are a few of the organizations that are scheduled to participate. The Buckeye Police Department plans to display vehicles available to first responders. The event will showcase high-

flying entertainers such as Misty Blues, Desert Rats Warbirds and the courageous showman Will Allen the Rock ‘n Roll Airshow Man. Originally from Alaska, Allen uses his aerial skills and musical talents to create a concert in the sky. Another prominent performer is Cindy Irish from Misty Blues, a team of mostly women skydivers. Irish has executed more than 2,200 dives and will wave an American flag as she parachutes. Stunt flyers are also scheduled. Andrew Kostachek of Jones Ford in Buckeye said his business sponsors the air fair annually, and it’s always a great turnout. “This is one of our favorite events each year,” Kostachek said. “Huge crowds, eager participation by the city of Buckeye, and a wide variety of activities going on simultaneously.” Kostachek is a photographer and has taken photos at the event every year since 2015. He added the crowds increase each year.

The Buckeye Air Fair features a Luke Air Force Base ﬂyover, high-ﬂying entertainers and musicians. (Photo courtesy City of Buckeye)

“We like the mix of technology and small-town street fair,” Kostachek said. “This year we are sponsoring the Helicopter Candy Drop, which is exactly what it sounds like.” The event caters to foodies, too, as there will be a variety of food trucks

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New Pill Triggers All-Day Arousal in Men Key ingredients stimulate the production of a molecule required to achieve ﬁrm, long lasting erections; clinical studies show users experience signiﬁcant improvements in sex drive, erection quality, and performance. By Ryan Steele Mens Health News Syndicate

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How Therapy Paws is helping children learn to read Editor: Thank you, Mr. Les Armstrong, for your letter of January 10, 2018, “Improve students’ performance in school.” Therapy Paws is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit started in 2008 by Goodyear residents. We supply therapy dogs for the Paws for Reading program at Goodyear, Litchfield Park and White Tank libraries. Therapy Paws is also involved at the Barbara B. Robey School in Litchfield Park and Odyssey Preparatory Academy in Buckeye. We read in the classroom one day per week and during the after-school reading programs. We are assisting with children reading below grade level. Each child is assigned to a therapy dog team when the child will read to the nonjudgmental therapy dog. The team stays with that child through the school semester, building a relationship of trust. Therapy Paws has taken on the mission to help these children succeed at life. Reading is essential to a better education, better employment and a better life. Children with better reading skills are less likely to drop out to high school or end up in the justice system. They will earn better wages over their lifetime and contribute to society. Therapy Paws is applying for grants to pay for more training of more human/canine teams to do this most needed work. We welcome anyone with a therapy dog or a dog you think can be trained to become a therapy dog to join our group and participate in building the future by helping a child learn to love reading and be able to succeed at life. Some of the children we mentor have never owned a book. The libraries are great, but we need to reach the children who are struggling in our school system. These children may never have been taken to a library or have been read to. As Mr. Armstrong pointed out, it starts at home. What if home is not the greatest? Would you be willing to help? You can reach Therapy Paws at 844-FUR-HUGS, or visit our website at therapypaws.org. Kathleen Molony Therapy Paws president

Stalin’s press Editors: In his January 17, 2018, editorial in the Washington Post, Richard Cohen suggested that Sen. Flake “put his finger on a useful historical analogy,” in which he likened Trump’s view of the media to Joseph Stalin’s view that the media is the “enemy of the people.” That’s odd because in reality, Stalin owned and controlled the media because it was useful in promoting his communistic lies and executions. Under true dictatorships, there is no freedom of the press. Any “press” is simply a propaganda tool like the infamous Soviet newspaper, Pravda (translates oddly to truth). Its main purpose was to support the dictator in power, hardly the situation with President Trump who is despised by the liberal media. Indeed, over 90 percent of all news coverage by the media of President Trump is negative, something a true dictator would not tolerate. Under President Obama, however, the liberal media fawned over him and rarely criticized him. Not only is the news coverage in many cases “fake,” as President Trump revealed in his recent “Fake News Awards,” during which he pointed out 11 cases of fake news reporting, but the liberal media also avoids stories that don’t support a leftist agenda, like the FBI scandal. President Trump continues to challenge propaganda organizations like the Washington Post because they employ writers like Mr. Cohen who either unwittingly or purposely distort the truth. Igor Shpudejko Goodyear

Why I’m running Editor: I never considered running for office, and I don’t have anything to gain from it. I’m tired of being invisible to my elected representatives most of the time and embarrassed by them the rest of the time. We have problems to solve. We need leaders who are willing to make tough decisions, no matter the political backlash. I would be proud to be a one-term official, if it meant doing the right thing and advocating for voters and groups in my district. I believe leaders should be available and accountable to their constituents. This is what I was taught in the military and it’s how I lived my life, supervising

and leading airmen through multiple deployments around the world. That’s not happening with our elected leaders. Believe me, I’ve tried. When I was fighting for my community against outrageous water bills at the corporation commission, I called my representatives for help, emailed them, and looked everywhere to see if they had published office hours or public events in the district. Nothing. They always seem to have time for donors, never for the people they represent. Arizona is my home and I couldn’t wait to get back here after retiring from the military. We can do better. I will do better. No matter how you vote or what your cause, I will be available to every constituent in my district. That’s the job. I’m running for the State Senate in Legislative District 13 and I’d like to earn your vote. Michelle Harris Goodyear

Democratic party promotes hostile principles Editor: JFK was one our best presidents. He was a Democrat and a patriot. That combination, Democrat and patriot, is virtually extinct today. Over the last half century, the Democratic party has morphed into what can now more accurately be called the DPSC party. That would be Democratic, Progressive, Socialist, Communist party. Ideology is the same, only a mat-

ter of degree. Combine that totalitarian ideology with a dishonest mainstream news media, reporting fake news, well, that all spells big trouble for America. The DPSC party believes in and actively promotes an ideology that is hostile and alien to the principles and ideals expressed in the Constitution of the United States. Make no mistake, the vast majority of the Democratic Party or DPSC members in Congress have a game plan to impose total government on the people of these United States. They would tear up the Constitution in a heartbeat if they could get away with it. These subversive politicians never learned from history that Socialism and Communism are failed isms. Yes, I call them subversive because they all had to take an oath of office to protect and defend the Constitution. Instead, they actively work to usurp and marginalize it. I call that treason! Wouldn’t you? Recently, the California attorney general Xavier Becerra, a member of the DPSC party, threatened legal action against any California employer who helped the federal government with immigration enforcement. It is now a crime in California to enforce federal immigration law. How outrageous is that? Seems to me that these DPSC California crazies think state law trumps federal law. Perhaps coastal California, with all its illegals, should secede, make Spanish its official language, and become another banana republic. Good riddance! Roy Azzarello Goodyear

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LD4 politicians pleased with opioid bill By Minority Whip Charlene R. Fernandez, LD4, and Rep. Dr. Geraldine Peten, LD4 Last week, we stood proudly with our Democratic colleagues alongside Gov. Ducey to confront the opioid crisis that has gripped rural Arizona and so many communities throughout our state. This is a crisis that requires more than just a Democratic solution or a Republican solution. It requires an allhands-on-deck everybody-on-board solution because opioid addiction reaches into every community and every neighborhood in the state. As members in the House Democratic caucus, we took the opportunity to step up and help shape a plan that we know will save lives in Arizona. This bill is not perfect. Once it’s passed we will still have much work to do. But it is a strong first step, and it will save lives. The governor needed Democratic votes in this special session for

these reforms to take immediate effect. We appreciate that he reached out to our caucus early on, and the bill is much stronger because of the in-depth health care policy experience and the insights that our members brought to the table. Because Minority Whip Charlene R. Rep. Dr. Geraldine Peten, Democrats played such Fernandez, LD4. (Photo courte- LD4 (Photo courtesy Arizona Dema crucial role, this plan sy Arizona State Legislature) ocratic Committee) will have a real and immediate impact. For example, we pushed for real overdose without fear of being funding and got it–$10 million to help prosecuted. Democrats have pressed treat those battling addiction who for this law for the past four years, so aren’t on AHCCCS or who are under it’s good to see it move forward. insured. Other wins negotiated by our • The expansion of the successful Democratic caucus that strengthen the “Angel Initiative” in Phoenix to other communities. Each county will have a plan include: • A Good Samaritan law to allow designative location where the public bystanders to call 9-1-1 for a potential can turn in legal or illegal drugs and get connected to services like rehabilitation.

• A law ensuring people treated for opioid overdoses are referred to behavioral health services before being discharged from a hospital. • And authorization to provide potentially life-saving naloxone (Narcan) kits to people who are at risk of an overdose. That’s why we are proud to be part of this special session. This special session is a time for policy not politics. It’s also proof that when we work together we get things done. Arizona will be a far better place if the Governor and Republicans in the majority approach more issues with the same level of inclusiveness, including our teacher shortage and education funding crisis.

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By Connor Dziawura

Hello, everyone, and welcome back to Business Briefcase! Big changes abound in the West Valley this week. As we’re about to make our way into February, the West Valley continues making moves, with new developments making steady progress. First comes news of a new medical office building just north of Tolleson. But the news continues, where Avondale has two retail spaces on the market. So, if you’re looking to lease a new business, this may be your chance. Then, the Western Maricopa Coalition (WESTMARC) will return with its annual meeting to present attendees with economic insights for the coming year. But if you want the details, you’ll have to continue reading. Here’s the news! First, Plaza Companies recently broke ground on Estrella Medical Plaza II. The building is located in the Banner Estrella Medical Campus, along with Plaza Companies’ Estrella Medical Plaza I, which was developed more than a decade ago. “We are excited to have begun construction of this exciting project and look forward to bringing new tenants into what we are sure will be premiere medical space,” said Sharon Harper, president and CEO of Plaza Companies. The Class A building, which is four stories and 64,000 square feet, is projected to open in December. Health and wellness, green building practices, and state-of-the-art technology and design will be incorporated. As such, total costs are expected to be just shy of $16 million. “We know this campus is emerging as one of the most significant medical facilities in the Valley, and we are proud of our past track record with Estrella I,” Harper said. “We look forward to creating the kind of medical office space that is truly conducive to healing and provides an exceptional environment for patients, physicians and staff.” In related news, Plaza Companies also acquired two new leases for the new property. Sonora Quest will have 3,400 square feet for blood draw services and specimen collection on the

Plaza Companies recently broke ground on the four-story, 64,000-square-foot Estrella Medical Plaza II, the newest addition to the growing Banner Estrella Medical Complex. Sonora Quest and the CORE Institute have already signed leases, with more lessees to come. (Photo courtesy Plaza Companies)

first floor. The Center for Orthopedic Research and Education (CORE) Institute will have 19,917 square feet for orthopedics and musculoskeletal care on the second and third floors. Both are projected to launch early next year. More lessees will come. “Our mission of making health care easier so that life can be better starts with ensuring that the physicians and medical services our patients need are located conveniently nearby,” said Courtney Ophaug, CEO of Banner Estrella Medical Center. “This project will allow us to continue attracting a strong mix of doctors and medical practices.” Banner Estrella Medical Campus is located at 9201 W. Thomas Road, Phoenix, several blocks north of Tolleson. In other property news, several West Valley retail spaces are available. First, a 14,000-square-foot sub-anchor is available with notice at the southwest corner of Dysart Road and Van Buren Street. The property is in Avondale Plaza, 1450 N. Dysart Road, and is anchored by Food City and Harbor Freight Tools. The property is surrounded by a plethora of other businesses, including KFC, Filiberto’s, Whataburger and others. It sits directly next to the law offices of Marina Alexandrovich and Tio Rico Te Ayuda Loan Centers.

Second is the former space operated by Imagine That! Dance and Fitness, at the southeast corner of Central Avenue and Camino Estrella. Located at 725 N. Central Avenue, Avondale, the 1,632-square-foot property is located between Don Pancho Authentic Mexican Food and Panaderia La Central, with close proximity to Fred Campbell Park and I-10. For more information on either property, contact ZELL Commercial Real Estate’s Donna Reece at 602-386-5694 or dreece@zellcre.com. Next, WESTMARC will hold its annual meeting from 3 to 5 p.m. Thursday, February 8. Following a 20-minute business meeting, Rounds Consulting Group President Jim Rounds will give his 2018 economic insights. The event will conclude with networking and raffle ticket opportunities for on-track and garage experience, as well as hot laps. Prices vary, at $80 for members and $95 for nonmembers. Same goes for sponsors – $1,500 for bronze, $2,000 for silver and $2,500 for gold. Bundles of 10 tickets are also available for members and nonmembers, at $750 and $900, respectively. The meeting will be held in the Curve Lounge at ISM Raceway, 7602 S. Avondale Boulevard, Avondale. For more information, email kvossler@westmarc.org or call 623-435-0431. To register, visit

westmarc.org/pages/annual-meeting-2018. Also, the Goodyear Council approved a preliminary plat for Bennett Meadows at a regular meeting Monday, January 22. The new approval is for a subdivision into 90 single-family lots and eight tracts, subject to stipulations. The 28-acre infill residential property is located at the northwest corner of Sarival Avenue and West Harrison Street. The owner, private equity firm Virtua Partners, which purchased the property for $2.16 million, intends to complete the final plat by mid-2018, according to PR News Wire. To round out this week, the Southwest Valley Chamber of Commerce is holding an anonymous online survey, with regard to Prop 206, The Fair Wages and Healthy Families Act. The chamber wants to know how businesspeople, whether they are owners, managers or employees, are impacted by the recent proposition. The deadline is Wednesday, February 21, and the survey can be taken at southwestvalleychamber.org or facebook.com/southwestvalleycofc. That’s all the briefs for this week. Thanks for reading, and stay tuned for more developments in the coming weeks! Have an item for Business Briefcase? Email Connor Dziawura at cdziawura@timespublications.com.

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Starworld Martial Arts Academy builds community By Israel Gonzalez When retired U.S. Army veteran Johnny Williamson opened Starworld Martial Arts Academy in Goodyear, he had a simple goal: help the community and the people in it. “It’s all about just helping and relationships,” Williamson said. “Building relationships, making this world better. I really believe karate is part of that.” Williamson and his academy teach Tang Soo Do, a traditional type of martial art that doesn’t just focus on getting physically stronger. Starworld teaches in a traditional style that emphasizes empowering and improving yourself, Williamson said. The teachings focus on character and mental fortitude that have allowed the academy to build its community. “Our place is really about character development,” Williamson said. “That’s what sets us apart. We’re more about character development than we are about a jab, jab, right hook.” This was seen when 8-year-old Nicklas Rusk heard a fire alarm at his neighbor’s house in Avondale. His used what he learned at Starworld Martial Arts Academy to persuade his parents to call the fire department and save his neighbor’s house. Williamson, who is a sixth-degree black belt in Tang Soo Do and has over 30 years of experience, started his Starworld Martial Arts Academy while stationed in Germany in 1988. From there, he’s seen his Tang Soo Do schools move to six other locations before finally opening at its seventh location in Goodyear in 2011. Starworld

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Goddard School Open House The Goddard School of Goodyear hosted a special open house for the surrounding community where children could enjoy eight tons of snow. 1. 4-year-old Jerdon Thibodeau of Goodyear throws a snowball; 2. 2-year-old Jude Camuso of Goodyear shovels snow; 3. 3-year-old Elledia Hakiel smiles as she builds a small yellow snowman; 4. 5-year-old Goddard School graduate Raelynn Hakiel of Goodyear builds something out of colored snow; 5. Snow tools wait for young minds to create with them; 6. 3-year-old Elledia Hakiel and her 5-year-old sister, Raelynn, build colored snowmen; 7. 2-year-old Jude Camuso of Goodyear shovels snow.

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Lady Wolves howl through regular season undefeated By Casey Pritchard To say Estrella Foothills’ girls’ soccer team had a good regular season would be an understatement. The Lady Wolves dominated several opponents on the way to a 16-0 campaign. Estrella scored 92 goals and allowed five. The Lady Wolves had doubledigit goals in three games, including 16 against Tempe Marcos de Niza in the last week of the season. In the first half of that game, Estrella put 10 on the board, each one by a different player. “Other teams see that and they’re like, whoa, everybody can score,” said Estrella assistant coach Aaron Mendez. “They’re not just focused on one or two players that are scoring every time. They see that it’s different players, four or five girls that can do it. That’s good for us.” Another note about the Marcos de Niza win was Estrella finished its chances early. That’s something the team has struggled with this year. “Past games, I feel like it could have been better with their finishing,” Mendez said. “Against Marcos de Niza, we put them away right away. That’s good, especially against good teams. We try to push them that once we start the game, we need to get those goals quick so it doesn’t affect us later on.” Estrella also likes to finish its chances early to give starters a rest, which was essential because of nagging injuries. When bench players stepped on the field, they didn’t miss a beat. “All the girls try their best, so anybody I put in there is going to work hard because they want to be on the field,” Mendez said. “They’re really good during training, they try to listen and look for everybody’s position, because we tell them, in case somebody gets hurt, maybe you’ll be in that position. They’re very versatile.” Estrella is led by its three senior captains, Halee Yeager, Lexy Hayes and Justine Rios. Yeager is a speedy midfielder who puts a lot of pressure on opposing players, but can also finish on offense. “She’s very quick, she has good vision as well, and she works very hard

all the time,” Mendez said. “She’s one of my top players, so it’s awesome to have her there. She’s always hustling and fighting for the ball. If she loses a ball, she’s going back after it.” Hayes is an attacking midfielder with a strong foot. “She always works hard, she can score some goals and she has a cannon on that foot,” Mendez said. “That’s very important, as well.” Rios is a defender, putting a strong hold on the back line for Estrella. “She’s one of those players that it’s hard to pass her,” Mendez said. “If somebody is close, she’s going to slide tackle or body you up. She’s a very good player, very good defender. We’re happy she’s part of this program.” Mendez added that all three captains are good at helping push the younger girls on the team to be better players. There are six sophomores and one freshman that get significant playing time. Estrella’s undefeated record earned it the No. 3 seed in the 4A state tournament. The Lady Wolves hosted 14th-seeded Apache Junction Tuesday. Results were unavailable at press time. If Estrella won, it will host whoever won the game between No. 6 Prescott and No. 11 Bullhead City Mohave at 2 p.m. Saturday. In preparation for the state tournament, Mendez said his team was utilizing practice to focus on keeping possession of the ball, and pressing the opposition when it loses the ball. “We sometimes, depending on the team we play, we like to hold back a little bit,” Mendez said. “This time, we’re going to change it and press so we can get the ball right back in six seconds, seven seconds. It can’t just be some players, it has to be all 11, all at once, and it has to be on point. If not, it’s not going to work.” Should Estrella play up to its full potential, Mendez doesn’t see any reason why they can’t make a run to the championship, he said. “Honestly, it’s all up to them – if they work, I know they can get to the final and possibly win this,” Mendez said. “The talent is there, they just have to want it.”

Estrella Foothills Sophomore Rachel Svetz plays against Marcos de Niza. (West Valley View photo by Jordan Christopher)

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Trivium Prep boys basketball on path to playoffs By Casey Pritchard The Trivium Prep boys basketball team hit a road bump, but the Crimson Knights are poised for a region championship and spot in the 2A state tournament. Trivium is 18-5 overall and all alone atop the 2A West Region standings, one game ahead of Kingman Academy. That opponent served as Trivium’s hiccup, as the Crimson Knights lost to the Tigers 60-50 January 23. It was the first time Trivium lost a region game this season. “We came out sluggish and then they got going and started getting confidence,” said Trivium coach Ryan Nelson. “They had one kid we pretty much couldn’t stop; he had 30 points. Shots weren’t falling. Coming off the bus, sitting around, we played in a small gym, it was cold, and the guys just didn’t handle that very well.” Trivium beat Kingman Academy 6439 at home when the teams first played December 20. Despite the loss, the Crimson Knights still hold their own destiny in the region. If they win out, they won’t have to compete in a state tournament play-in game. Instead, they’ll have

a bye and go straight to the 16-team state-playoff bracket. “That’s all that matters right now,” Nelson said. “We don’t want to count on the rankings at all. We know our schedule isn’t tough enough. So, our goal is to win the region, make state and hopefully make a run.” Four of Trivium’s five losses are in power-points games, and their 8-4 record in those contests has them ranked 23rd out of the 50 teams in the division (as of January 26). However, Nelson knows the rankings are indicative of how good his team is, he said. “We’re way better than that,” he said. “It is what it is. We won a Christmas tournament and those games don’t count (toward the ranking), we took second in another holiday tournament and those games don’t count.” Trivium has measured up against one of the top teams in the state rankings, Surprise Paradise Honors. The Crimson Knights lost to Paradise Honors, which is ranked No. 3, but the 60-51 defeat showed Nelson that his team can play with anyone in the state, he said.

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“We lost by nine, but it was a closer game than that,” Nelson said. “It was a three-, four-point game with five minutes left. So, we can play with any team in the state, we’ve just got to play confident, play defense and keep playing together.” Trivium is led by senior Tommy Roberts. Roberts is averaging 20.5 points per game and 6.2 rebounds, both of which are team highs. “He can catch and shoot, lightning quick, as soon as it touches his hands he can put it up,” Nelson said. “Guys get him open and he wants the ball. He’s very confident.” Roberts is one of two seniors on the team, and one Trivium Prep Junior Donovan Simmons plays against of three captains. He’s a lead- Mohave. (West Valley View photo by Jordan Christopher) by-example player, Nelson said. is averaging 7.5 points, 4.3 rebounds, “He’s gotten better every year,” 2.4 assists and 2.7 steals per game. Nelson said. “At first, he was just a “He’s kind of a madman out there, he’s shooter, but he’s developed his game. everywhere,” Nelson said. “He’s always He goes to the basket more, gets to the guarding the other team’s best player, he’s free throw line more. He plays defense, diving on the floor for the ball. He plays is our leading rebounder. Every year harder than anybody on the court every he kind of added a little bit more, and time he steps out there. Other coaches he just loves the game. He’s always always tell me, ‘That’s your X-factor, talking about basketball and it kind of that’s the guy who makes you go.’” rubs off on other people.” Trivium has four games remaining, Junior Donovan Simmons is another including one at 7 p.m. today against captain, and the team’s point guard. Glendale Prep. The Crimson Knights’ Simmons averages 6.4 assists per game final two region games are against “He’s super quick, can handle the Antelope and Tonopah Valley. ball, a great passer,” Nelson said. “Every game is very important,” Gerardo Villescas is another standout Nelson said. “Pretty much every player for Trivium. Nelson calls him the game we’re playing is for the region team’s heart-and-soul player, and he championship, so we’re just going to does a little bit of everything. Villescas take it one game at a time.”

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Digital Download Class

Learn how to download free resources to your Nook, Kindle and more at noon at Litchfield Park Branch Library, 101 W. Wigwam Boulevard. Be sure to bring your library card, usernames and passwords. For information, call 602-652-3456.

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The West Valley View publishes on Wednesday. The 9 Days a Week calendar — a listing of entertainment events such as concerts, theatrical performances, events for schools, churches, county parks and nonprofit groups — runs every issue. Events must be open to the public to be considered and generally must be held within the View’s coverage area, which is south of Northern Avenue, west of Loop 101, plus all of Tolleson, extending to Estrella in the south and Tonopah in the west. Events such as concerts and theatrical performances that fall outside the View’s circulation area will be considered because there are no concert halls or theater venues within our boundaries. 9 Days a Week calendar items print on a space-available basis. The only way to guarantee that an item will print is to purchase an advertisement. Submissions must reach our office by 4 p.m. Wednesday to be considered for the following Wednesday publication. Submissions must be in writing and may be emailed to news1@westvalleyview.com or faxed to 623-935-2103.

JANUARY

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31 Children’s Community Choir

The Church at Litchfield Park offers a free music program for children in kindergarten through fifth grade. Grades three through five will start at 5 p.m. and kindergarten through second grade will begin at 5:30 p.m. at 300 N. Old Litchfield Road. For information, call 623-935-3411.

monthly book club meetings at 1 p.m. that focus on a new theme each month. This month focuses on books with great vacation settings. For information or help finding a book for the meeting, call 602-652-3457.

Tolleson Union High School District No. 214 School Board Meeting

Tolleson Union High School District Board will meet at 6 p.m. at 9801 W. Van Buren Street. For information, call 623-478-4001.

Full Moon Hike

Enjoy a free guided night hike from 6 to 7:30 p.m. at Skyline Park, 2600 N. Watson Road, Buckeye. For information, call 623-349-6621.

Verrado Visionaries

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

POUND at Fitness in the Park

Fitness in the Park is a free workout program that will feature a fast-paced workout with drumsticks on Wednesdays from 6:30 to 7:30 p.m. at the Buckeye Sundance Park, 22865 W. Lower Buckeye Road. For information, call 623-349-6350.

The Hispanic Leadership Forum del Oeste Membership Meeting

The Hispanic Leadership Forum del Oeste, a nonprofit scholarship organization, will hold a meeting at 5:30 p.m. at Tolleson City Hall, 9555 W. Van Buren Street. For information, call 602-370-9650.

Thematic Book Club

The Litchfield Park Library at 101 W. Wigwam Boulevard holds

Help prepare preschoolers for reading through music, books, games and crafts from 10:15 to 11 a.m. at the Litchfield Park Branch Library, 101 W. Wigwam Boulevard. For information, call 602-652-3000.

Children are encouraged to read a book each month before joining Lila for a book discussion and activities from 3:30 to 4:15 p.m. at the Tolleson Public Library, 9555 W. Van Buren Street. For information, call 623-936-2746.

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Baby Time

Children can sing, listen to stories and craft at 1 p.m. at the Sam Garcia Western Avenue Library, 495 E. Western Avenue, Avondale. The first 25 children will receive a free book to take home. For information, call 623-333-2601.

Contemplative Prayer & Meditation

Blood Drive

The American Red Cross is holding a blood drive from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. at the Estrella Mountain Church, 10485 S. Estrella Parkway, Goodyear. Walk-ins are welcome, but appointments are available. For information, call 1-800-733-2767.

Computer Class (Ages 18+)

Master mouse skills, Microsoft Word, basic internet, email and more at 11 a.m. at the Avondale Civic Center Library, 11350 W. Civic Center Drive. For information, call 623-333-2602.

Weight Watchers

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

Al-Anon Stepping Stones

The Christ Presbyterian Church at 925 N. Sarival Avenue, Goodyear, hosts a weekly Al-Anon meeting at 7 p.m. Al-Anon seeks to support the friends and families of alcoholics. For information, call 623-882-0721.

Saturday

St. Peter’s Episcopal Church at 400 Old Litchfield Road, Litchfield Park, invites people desiring to deepen their meditation practice or try meditation for the first time to join them from 5 to 6 p.m. Sundays. All faiths are welcome. For information, call 623-935-3279.

Monday

Buckeye Valley Daughters of American Revolution

The DAR is a nonprofit group that works to promote historic preservation and serve the community. The group is welcoming new members and meets at 1 p.m. at the Buckeye Valley Chamber of Commerce, 508 E. Monroe Avenue. For information, email Ms. Davis at gdavis1003@aol.com.

Buckeye Air Fair

See historic and military aircraft displays, remote control plane shows, a kid zone, food and more from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. at the Buckeye Municipal Airport, 3000 S. Palo Verde Road. For information, call 623-349-6350.

The Christ Presbyterian Church at 925 N. Sarival Avenue, Goodyear, hosts a weekly Al-Anon meeting at 7 p.m. Alateen allows teens affected by someone else’s drinking to share experiences, learn effective ways to cope with obstacles and support the friends and families of alcoholics. For information, call 623-882-0721.

AZ Speaks and Eats: The Era of the Big Bands

Enjoy a free breakfast and presentation on bands from the 1930s and 1940s at 9 a.m. at the City of Buckeye Community Center, 201

Tynker Code Club (Ages 6-8)

Hope

Stop by Christ Evangelical Lutheran Church’s Classroom C at 918 S. Litchfield Road, Goodyear, for the Hope support group from 5:30 to 7:30 p.m. The goal of the group is to provide help for those struggling with any mental disorder by sharing experiences and supporting others. For information, call 480-994-4407.

Learn to code while playing computer games from 3:45 to 4:45 p.m. at the Litchfield Park Branch Library, 101 W. Wigwam Boulevard. For information, call 602-652-3000.

EON Business Meet-up

Meet fellow businessmen and entrepreneurs to share ideas, ask questions and receive advice at 6 p.m. at the Buckeye Library Coyote Branch, 21699 W. Yuma Road. For information, call 623-349-6354.

Adult Book Club

Stop by the Tolleson Public Library at 9555 W. Van Buren Street to pick up and read a copy of The Language of Flowers by Vanessa Diffenbaugh before the library’s discussion at 12:30 p.m. For information, call 623-936-2746.

Tuesday

Ignite Yoga at Fitness in the Park (Until April 26)

Fitness in the Park is a free workout program that will feature yogic postures, alignment and breathing on Mondays from 6:30 to 7:30 p.m. at the Buckeye Sundance Park, 22865 W. Lower Buckeye Road. For information, call 623-349-6350.

Bingo

The American Legion Post #61 hosts bingo each Tuesday night starting at 6:45 p.m. These bingo nights have 17 games including Quickie, Early Bird, Double Action and a $1,000 progressive game. Come down to 35 N. Dysart Road, Avondale, to support the area’s youth and veterans. For information, call 623-932-4960.

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Paws for Reading

Preschoolers and school-age children can visit Goodyear Branch Library with a parent to practice reading with a registered therapy dog. The Paws for Reading program starts at 2 p.m. at 14455 W. Van Buren Street. For information, call 602-652-3000.

The Tolleson Public Library at 9555 W. Van Buren Street invites babies and their caregivers to an interactive play time at 1 p.m. For information, call 623-936-2746.

Community Yard Sale

Visit a yard sale between 7 a.m. and 3 p.m. at the Buckeye Arena, 802 N. First Street. For information, call 623-238-9373.

Friday

Thursday

The Avondale Civic Center Library at 11350 W. Civic Center Drive invites parents to bring their babies from 10:15 to 11 a.m. to promote early development. Babies will learn with books, music and playtime activities. For information, call 623-333-2602.

Come see an educational show starring California Sea Lions and skilled trainers at 11:30 a.m. in a pirate-themed exhibit at Wildlife World Zoo, 16501 W. Northern Avenue, Litchfield Park. This show is free with admission. For information, call 623-935-9453.

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Junior Book Club (Ages 8-12)

The Goodyear Branch Library at 14455 W. Van Buren Street invites parents to bring their children through age 5 to a fun play group at 10:15 a.m. that builds children’s motor and social skills. Toys can be checked out and brought home at the end of play group. For information, call 602-652-3000.

Sunday

Toddler Time

Help prepare children ages 2-3 for reading through music, books, games and more from 11:15 a.m. to noon at the Litchfield Park Branch Library, 101 W. Wigwam Boulevard. For information, call 602-652-3000.

Buckeye Chamber hosts the Buckeye Business Connection from 7:15 to 8:30 a.m. every Tuesday at the Chamber office at 508 E. Monroe Avenue. This group serves coffee

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and yoga on Tuesdays from 6:30 to 7:30 p.m. at the Buckeye Sundance Park, 22865 W. Lower Buckeye Road. For information, call 623349-6350.

grams at the Golden Corral, 420 N. Dysart Road, Goodyear. For information, call 623-925-9075.

Wednesday

Computer Class: Email

Brush up on email skills from 4 to 5 p.m. at Litchfield Park Library, 101 W. Wigwam Boulevard. For information, call 602-652-3457.

Come & Play with Me

Teen Volunteer Tuesdays (Ages 13-18)

Teens looking to serve their community and volunteer for school credit can meet at the Sam Garcia Western Avenue Library’s Volunteer Tuesdays from 3 to 5 p.m. at 495 E. Western Avenue, Avondale. For information, call 623-333-2602.

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Quilters Anonymous

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

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

All School Retirees Association (AASRA)

AASRA will meet at 11:30 a.m. with guest speaker Jerry Holmes to discuss AASRA membership and pro-

Sam Garcia Western Avenue Library hosts a weekly open-play group at 495 E. Western Avenue, Avondale, at 11 a.m. for children through age 5. For information, call 623-333-2601.

Preschoolers Storytime

The Tolleson Public Library at 9555 W. Van Buren Street invites preschool-age children to read books, sing songs and take part in activities at 11 a.m. For information, call 623-936-2746.

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Thursday

STEAM Spot

The Sam Garcia Western Avenue Library at 495 E. Western Avenue, Avondale, holds an interactive program for kids interested in science, technology, engineering, art and math from 2 to 3 p.m. For information, call 623-333-2601.

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The Avondale Civic Center Library at 11350 W. Civic Center Drive invites grandparents and their grandchildren to a free activity with crafts, snacks, stories and music from 10:15 to 11 a.m. For information, call 623-333-2602.

CrossFit Fury at Fitness in the Park

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

Grief Support Group

The Avondale Civic Center Library at 11350 W. Civic Center Drive invites adults to bring a coffee mug and materials to join fellow crafters for needlework, knitting and crocheting at 10:30 a.m. For information, call 623-333-2602.

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Family Storytime (Ages 2-6)

Join other families for simple stories and plots that help develop literacy for children at 11:15 a.m. in the Sam Garcia Western Avenue Library, 495 E. Western Avenue, Avondale. For information, call 623-333-2601.

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Ballet school offering class at Estrella Mountain CC

By Lynette Carrington

The state’s “official ballet company,” The School of Ballet Arizona, is pirouetting into Estrella Mountain Community College Performing Arts Center to offer classes for 3- to 8-yearold boys and girls. “We’re incredibly excited to expand out into the West Valley and meet people out there,” said Hannah Cooper, Ballet Arizona’s marketing manager. “It’s an exciting endeavor.” Future dancers, cheerleaders, gymnasts and even football players can learn valuable skills in ballet class. At this time, beginning creative movement and primary ballet classes are the only ones available at EMCC. Weekly classes run from Saturday, February 3, to May. The first class on February 3 is free. “We love having boys and girls in class,” Cooper said. Students must register online prior to attending, as class sizes are limited. The creative movement class is open to 3- and 4-year-olds, and there are two primary ballet classes for those 4 to 6

years old, and 6 to 8 years old. Once students complete primary ballet class, they will have knowledge of basic barre and center work. Sign up is available at balletaz.org/school/school-year/. Children will be evaluated before being placed in a class, according to Cooper. The children are observed for maturity level and how well they focus. “It’s basically just taking a class for the first time so we can make sure a child is in the correct class,” Cooper explained. Unlike most traditional ballet classes, The School of Ballet Arizona offers live musical accompaniment for its students. “We have pianists on staff and we have them for all our ballet classes because it’s such an integral part of ballet,” she said. “To be able to set the tempo and to be able to have that live music elevates the classes like nothing else will.” For children who are interested in continuing their ballet studies, The School of Ballet Arizona has additional classes available.

The beginning creative movement and primary ballet classes are available at Estrella Mountain Community College. This is the start of Ballet Arizona’s expansion to the West Valley. (Photo courtesy Ballet Arizona)

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Meals of Joy hosting comedy night beneﬁting in-need seniors By Adrian Marsh Patrons can laugh their way into Valentine’s Day while benefiting West Valley seniors at a comedy night fundraiser Sunday, February 11. The West Valley-based nonprofit Meals of Joy will host a night of comedy, desserts and rafﬂe prizes at Laugh for Joy to raise money for meals for low-income seniors. Stacey Lindsay, event coordinator for Laugh for Joy, called the first event in December 2016 a success, so it called for it to be repeated annually. About 130 people showed up; they were expecting 75. “The first time, it was far more successful than we thought it was going to be,” she said. “We had feedback from people after asking us to bring it back.” This time, guests can expect three stand-up comedians who have been nationally recognized and won many comedy awards: Bryan Ricci, Brian Kohatsu and Mike James. The comedians are appealing, but West Valley businesses are donating signature dessert items from churros to

mini cupcakes. She also mentioned a rafﬂe with prizes ranging from a mini fridge to a Grand Canyon Railway trip. “I’m just excited to have everyone out,” Lindsay said. “So sign up early.” Laugh for Joy will be held from 7 to 9 p.m. at Tuscany Falls Clubhouse at PebbleCreek in Goodyear. The $25 tickets, which include a dessert and comedy show, can be purchased at scosic.org/laugh-for-joy. Drinks will be available for purchase. Tables for four are $250 and include four drink tickets, desserts and entertainment. Those who cannot attend can donate at scosic.org/project-boostcipid-gram/

Meals of Joy The Litchfield Park-based nonprofit is devoted to providing hot, fresh and nutritious meals to in-need seniors in the West Valley. “When you have a passion and you see the growth of what’s happening to help other people, the energy is there,” said Larry Cervarich, founder and

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Wildlife World Zoo opens 8-acre expansion By Christina Fuoco-Karasinski

Wildlife World Zoo, Aquarium & Safari Park celebrated the grand opening of its 8-acre expansion. Visitors can come face to face with the three white rhinos that recently arrived at Wildlife World’s new state-of-theart rhino facility after taking a one-way trip from South Africa. In South Africa, poachers kill three or more rhinos per day to meet the black-market demand for rhino horn, which is believed to be an aphrodisiac in some Asian cultures. Even in light of their fading population, poachers continuously break into rhino

orphanages, sanctuaries and zoos to slaughter these animals for their ivory, which is made of nothing more than keratin—the same protein that makes up your hair and nails. “It’s my hope that through education and awareness, we can work together in the fight for the rhino’s survival—to guarantee a viable genetic population and ensure that no more rhino species go extinct. If the persecution of this species continues, we will likely see the rhino go extinct within our lifetime,” said Mickey Ollson, director and founder of Wildlife World.

Other new species making their debut include Hamadryas baboons, striped hyenas, a serval cat, wreathed hornbills, Nile lechwe and many other rare and endangered African bird & hoof stock species, with plans to continue to expand the collection. Wildlife World’s popular Safari Tram’s new route will include the expansion, doubling its length and duration. As a USDA licensed, private institution, accredited by the Zoological Association of America (ZAA) and the Alliance of Marine Mammal Parks & Aquariums (AMMPA), Wildlife World

Zoo, Aquarium & Safari Park does not receive taxpayer funding. Wildlife World Zoo, Aquarium & Safari Park is located at 16501 W. Northern Avenue, Litchfield Park. It is open seven days a week, 365 days a year, including all holidays. Zoo exhibits are open from 9 a.m. to 6 p.m. (last zoo admission is at 5 p.m.) Aquarium exhibits are open from 9 a.m. to 7 p.m. Admission includes access to the zoo, aquarium and safari park. For more information, call 623-9359453 or visit wildlifeworld.com.

King of Kings church to host wedding open house By Allison Neri King of Kings church will host a wedding open house from 5 to 8 p.m. Tuesday, February 6, in Goodyear to showcase its new building. The church offers a wedding venue that seats 375. Couples do not need to be church members to book the Spanish mission-style hall. “We have several vendors from all over the Phoenix area,” said Amy Rosenbaum, wedding venue coordinator for King of Kings. “People can come and it’s free. They can enjoy a cupcake or appetizers and look around at the vendors and see what our church is all about.” Some of the vendors are caterers, bakers, photo-booth owners, ﬂorists and a wedding planner. Thee Wedding Warehouse will be there, as will phoCARPET • HARDWOOD • TILE & STONE LAMINATE • VINYL

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DesertFest returns to PebbleCreek with food, art and entertainment By Sherry Jackson

Robson Resort Communities’ DesertFest at Pebble Creek is back for its fourth year with a one-day public event featuring food, entertainment and more. The event will be held near the Tuscany Clubhouse from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. Saturday, February 3. “During this one-day extravaganza, visitors will enjoy live music, wine tasting, an art show and food truck fare, plus over 50 local area vendors that will display their goods and services,” said Linda Robson, publisher, Robson Publishing and one of the organizers of the event. Two bands, Those British Girls, a tribute band featuring music of British pop superstars and December ’63, a Frankie Valli and the Four Seasons tribute band, will be playing throughout the day. Food will be available from Pebble Creek’s onsite restaurants and from several food trucks including Frosted Frenzy, Burgers Amore, Queso Good, Cheese Love Happiness, Cousin’s Maine Lobster, Mingo’s Louisiana Kitchen, French Picnic AZ

and Cactus Corn. Wine tasting packages are available for purchase and include a commemorative DesertFest wine glass. More than 50 local vendors will showcase their wares and services. The event also gives Robson Resort Communities an opportunity to showcase its PebbleCreek community with tours of new model homes and giveaways for the first 100 guests to visit the Model Village. “Not only can visitors enjoy the festivities, but they will also have an opportunity to view the latest new home designs in our model home center and tour the multimillion dollar amenities available at Robson’s PebbleCreek resort community,” Robson said. DesertFest at PebbleCreek 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. Saturday, February 3 PebbleCreek, 16262 Clubhouse Drive, Goodyear Free 623-935-6720

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Buckeye Days The Buckeye Main Street Coalition’s annual Buckeye Days festival returned to celebrate the city’s Wild West history from January 26 to 28. The popular weekend included the PRCA Senior Pro Rodeo, a Wild West show, food, music, and the weekend’s centerpiece: the Cattle Drive Parade. Buckeye is the only city in the United States to host an annual cattle drive. 1. Young cowgirls ride their horses down Main Street in the Buckeye Days celebration; 2. Buckeye ROTC presents the colors; 3. Riders of El Caballito ride down Main Street; 4. Young boys wave from State Representative Sine Kerr’s wagon; 5. Buckeye Rainbow Ladies wave to paradegoers; 6. A young boy drives a John Deere tractor down Main Street; 7. Cowboys drive rodeo steers down Main Street in Downtown Buckeye.

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Quentin teacher named a VFW Teacher of the Year By Connor Dziawura Quentin Elementary School secondgrade teacher Brenda Alamillo was named the K-5 Teacher of the Year for Arizona by Veterans of Foreign Wars (VFW). She was recognized at the Voice of Democracy, Patriots Pen & Teachers Award Banquet Saturday, January 20 at Holiday Inn in Casa Grande. Leading up to state recognition, Alamillo received first place by the Pat Tillman Memorial VFW Post 40. She was nominated by Post 40 member Darrell Covert. After winning at the post, she was submitted to the district, where she came in the top three. Now, as the K-5 Teacher of the Year for Arizona, she will represent the state at the 119th VFW National Convention in Kansas City, Missouri, in July. “At first, when Mr. Covert told me that I won first post, I was surprised, I was happy and I was excited,” Alamillo said. “I didn’t know what to expect. I really didn’t know much about the award until we started talking a little bit more about why I was recognized for the things that I do without thinking about it. So, I was really excited.” When she came in first for Arizona

values and beliefs.” later on, however, it was In Alamillo’s case, this even more surprising. includes having veterans “When I got the invitation speak to students, and to the state dinner, I was teaching the importance of kind of confused why they the Pledge of Allegiance. would invite me,” she said. For Alamillo, winning the “I thought it was everybody title of Teacher of the Year that won from their post was wasn’t a priority. going to this dinner until Mr. “These are just things I Covert called me. He said, Quentin Elementary ‘You actually won for the second-grade teacher have always done since I state.’ Then I was, again, Brenda Alamillo was started,” she said. “I’m proud Arizona’s K-5 of the United States. I’m really, really excited and I named Teacher of the Year could barely believe it.” by VFW. (West Valley proud of how veterans come The award, fully titled the View photo by Jordan into my classroom. I try to have that every year where Smart/Maher VFW National Christopher) the veterans come in and they Citizenship Education Teacher Award, includes three recipient speak to my students. We write letters grade ranges: K-5, 6-8 and 9-12. to the veterans thanking them for their National recipients for each level will service. It’s just something that I’ve always done in the four years that I’ve be awarded at July’s convention. The criteria, according to the VFW’s been here.” rules and eligibility requirements, are The next step for Alamillo is a chance to submit teachers who promote civic for countrywide recognition at the VFW’s responsibility, flag etiquette and patriotism. summer conference. If Alamillo is named Further rules and eligibility the national Teacher of the Year for K-5, requirements include field trips to city she will receive $1,000 for professional hall, community volunteer projects, development expenses, $1,000 for or “anything to help students develop Quentin Elementary, an award plaque for a better understanding of democratic herself and another for Quentin, and an

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McDonald’s supports WV schools with fundraiser By Connor Dziawura

McDonald’s recently teamed up with local elementary schools for a fundraiser campaign supporting the Southwest Valley’s large education community. The McTeacher’s Night Challenge, which benefits a variety of schools in Buckeye, Goodyear and Litchfield Park, dedicates a portion of specified McDonald’s locations’ sales between 5 and 7 p.m. to the respective day’s schools. The campaign kicked off with Westpark Elementary School January 29. “We are delighted to bring this McTeacher’s Night Challenge to the Southwest Valley community and work with our local schools to raise money for education,” said McDonald’s owner Derrick Mellon. “Our family takes great pride as local business owners in giving back to our community.” As part of the massive fundraiser, school principals and teachers will even assist McDonald’s staff by greeting customers and working the cash registers. The goal of the campaign? Raise the most money. But it’s not just about the funds from the front counter and drivethru sales, as the winner will also receive an additional $1,000 from the owners. Second and third place will receive an additional $500 and $250, respectively.

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Project: Verrado Highlands District CFD Roadways Civil Improvements DMB White Tank, LLC seeks qualified General Contractors, with a minimum A- General Engineering license, to submit sealed bids for the Highlands District – CFD Roadways Civil Improvements which consists of, but is not limited to storm drain, box culvert construction, concrete, paving, street lights, signage & striping in accordance with the plans and specifications (the “Work”). The Successful Contractor shall be responsible for all coordination associated with the Work. Copies of the plans, specifications, bid documents and detailed information for this project will be available on Monday, January 29, 2018. Contact Terri Kading at tkading@dmbinc.com to make arrangements to receive the bid documents. A MANDATORY pre-bid meeting will be held in the DMB offices located at 7600 E Doubletree Ranch Road, Suite 300 Scottsdale, AZ 85258 – February 6, 2018 at 10:00 am. All interested parties are invited to attend. It is recommended that interested parties RSVP prior to the meeting. Sealed bids will be received February 21, 2018 at the City of Buckeye, City Clerk’s Office, located at 530 E Monroe, Buckeye, AZ 85326. Time of bid submittal will be posted in the bid documents. Bids submitted after specified closing time will not be accepted. Bids will be publicly opened and read aloud immediately after the specified closing time. Unless all bids are rejected, the Contract will be awarded within twenty one (21) days. The Contract will be awarded to the lowest qualified bidder that submits a complete and accurate bid. A complete and accurate bid will include all information requested in the bid documents. Every bid made by a Contractor pursuant to this Notice shall be accompanied by a surety bond for ten percent (10%) of the bid amount, listing DMB White Tank, LLC as the Obligee, as a guarantee that the Contractor will enter into a contract to perform the Work, or as liquidated damages in the event the Contractor refuses or fails to enter into the Contract with DMB White Tank, LLC upon award. Cashiers checks will not be accepted. The bonds will be returned to all Contractors whose bids are not awarded the Contract, and to the successful Contractor, upon execution of the Contract, and receipt of Payment and Performance bonds for the Work. The cost for providing Payment and Performance bonds shall be included in the bid submittal. A Payment and Performance bond will be required in the amount of 100% of the original Contract value for the duration of the Contract. All bidders shall be required to submit, with their bid proposal, a completed Certificate of Insurance evidencing their ability to meet the insurance requirements for this project. The Contractor shall carry property damage and public liability insurance and shall hold and save harmless DMB White Tank, LLC, DMB White Tank, LLC, the City of Buckeye and the Verrado District 1 Community Facilities District from any employer’s liability and from any and all liens for materials or labor in connection with this Work as specified in the bid documents. Any bids submitted without the bid bond, certificate of insurance and any other items as required in the bid documents will be deemed incomplete, and will be rejected. DMB White Tank, LLC reserves the right to reject any and all bids and to withhold the award for any reason DMB White Tank, LLC determines necessary and appropriate. Award of the successful bid shall be subject to approval by DMB White Tank, LLC or its representatives. Interested parties shall refer to the bid package and addendums for further information, or contact Terri Kading at tkading@dmbinc.com – reference Verrado Highlands District CFD Roadways Civil Improvements. No engineer’s estimate will be distributed. PUBLISHED: West Valley View and West Valley View Business, January 24, 31, 2018 / 10537

NOTICE is hereby given that sealed bid proposals will be received by Thursday, February 22, 2018 until 1 pm local time. All sealed bids must be delivered and received at the offices of Hubbard Engineering, Inc. located at 1201 S. Alma School Road, Suite 12000, Mesa, AZ, 85210, Attention Mr. Michael Wolf. Please mark the outside of the sealed bid envelope with the project’s name. Any bid received after the specified time will be returned without consideration. No bid shall be altered, amended or withdrawn after the specified bid due date and time. This contract shall be for furnishing (unless otherwise indicated) all labor, materials, transportation, services, and coordination for the construction and installation of all improvements shown on the documents, including, but not limited to demolition of existing irrigation facilities, construction of Salt River Project above grade ditches, below grade pipes and structures, and demolition and construction of private irrigation ditches, demolition of existing pavement, installation of new pavement, concrete curbs, concrete walks, irrigation and landscaping, street lights, traffic signals, sewer, water, drainage and dry utilities, and all required construction as shown on the construction documents. For bid information and/or questions please contact Dean Aquino (aquinod@nationwide.com) with NRI-Rivulon, LLC at 614.221.2012 or Michael Wolf (mwolf@hubbardengineering.com) with Hubbard Engineering, INC at 480-892-3313. All questions must be submitted in writing via email. The deadline for questions will be 4 pm on February 14, 2018. In order for all prospective bidders to have an extensive knowledge of the project a prebid conference will be organized and held on Wednesday, February 7, 2018 from 10:00 am until 11:30 am at the 275 E. Rivulon Boulevard, Suite 113, Gilbert, AZ 85297. The pre-bid meeting is recommended, but is not mandatory. The pre-bid conference will include discussion of the plans, specifications, special provisions, and other project details. A pre-bid review of the project site can be done at this time. Contractors desiring to submit proposals may purchase bid sets of Plans, Special Provisions, and Bid Proposal Details from Thomas Graphics by contacting Tim Billy at 602.264.6871 for a project bid set, price to be determined based on the number of sets of reproduction requested (Estimated $175 per full set). Partial bid packages will not be sold. Please email your order to: tim.billy@thomasprintworks.com prior to arrival to allow printing time, or visit the website at www.Thomasprintworks.com/PublicConstructionVault to order and pay for materials on-line. Please note that the documents may be viewed (free of charge) and downloaded (for a fee) using the on-line service www.Thomasprintworks.com/PublicConstructionVault. All services for acquisition of plans, specifications, special provisions, and bid proposal documents named herein provided by Thomas Reprographics are supplied on a pre-payment basis. Drawings can also be made available for viewing only at the offices of Hubbard Engineering, Inc. located at 1201 S. Alma School Road, Suite 12000 Mesa, AZ 85210 during the weekday business hours of Monday through Thursday 9:00 am to 4:00 pm and Friday 8:00 am to 12:00 pm. Work is anticipated to start on site prior to March 1, 2018 and the project must be completed and accepted by the Town of Gilbert/City of Chandler prior to October 1, 2018 ( 7 Months). The Contractor shall submit a detailed project schedule with their bid proposal coordinating with the dates indicated. Bids must be submitted on the Bid Proposal Form provided in the bid documents and be accompanied by the Bid Bond for not less than ten percent (10%) of the total amount of the bid payable to NRI-Rivulon, LLC or a certified or cashier’s check. PERSONAL OR INDIVIDUAL SURETY BONDS ARE NOT ACCEPTABLE. The successful bidder will be required to execute the standard form of contract and respective Addenda for the construction within ten (5) days after the formal notice of contract award. Failure by the bidder to properly execute the contract and provide the required certification as specified shall be considered a breach of contract by the bidder. NRI-Rivulon, LLC shall be free to terminate the contract or, at option, release the successful bidder. Payment and Performance Bonds will be required for this work. The successful bidder, simultaneously with the execution of the contract, will be required to furnish a Payment Bond in the amount equal to one hundred percent (100%) of the contract price, a Performance Bond in an amount equal to one hundred percent (100%) of the Contract Price, and the required Certificate of Insurance. The right is hereby reserved to accept or reject any or all bids or parts thereto, to waive any informality in any proposal and reject the bids of any persons who have been delinquent or unfaithful to any contract with NRI-Rivulon, LLC. PUBLISHED: West Valley View / Business January 24, 31, 2018 / 10497

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Holly Stark Holly Ann Stark entered eternal rest at age 77 on January 3, 2018. She turned 77 on January 1, 2018, passing away from cancer in hospice care. This cancer was sudden and painful. Holly is survived by her husband LeRoy; her sister Dona; brother-in-law Gary of Arvada, Co; sister-in-law Adele Endicott, Fort Collins, Co.; niece, Michele Kuglin and nephew, Gregg Curry of Erie, Co. She was preceded in death by her parents, Richard & Stella Endicott; her brother Jim Endicott from Ft. Collins, Co.; and her sister Nicki Kelly from Red Lodge, Mt. Celebration of Life will be held February 27, 2018 in the Tuscany Falls Ballroom 2 PM- 4 PM

J’nae A. Bragg J’nae A. Bragg, 15 of Phoenix passed away January 7, 2018. She was born on May 16, 2002 in San Diego, Ca, to Chauncey L. Bragg Sr. and Sambra D. Gilliam. She leaves to cherish her memories, mother, Sambra D. Gilliam; father, Chauncey L Bragg Sr., and his Fianc é Crystal Allen; brothers, Roshawn Eldridge Sr. & Chauncey L Bragg Jr.; and sisters, Shayreeon & Tahnai Bragg. She also leaves behind a host of relatives and friends. A funeral service was held on Thursday, January 25, 2018 at Thompson Funeral Chapel, Goodyear. Condolences for the family may be left at www.thompsonfuneralchapel.com.

Joseph "Joe" Albert Marinelli

Steve Ratto

Joseph "Joe" Albert Marinelli, (81) passed away peacefully on January 14, 2018, surrounded by his wife, Linda, of 58 years and two daughters, Norene Marinelli and Wendy Vainauskas. He died of complications related to Parkinson's Disease. Aside from his wife and two daughters, Joseph leaves behind a son, Joseph Lee Marinelli; sister, Patti Marinelli; brother, Albert Marinelli; four grand-children; several aunts; cousins; a niece and a nephew. Condolences for the family may be left at www.simplycremationaz.com

Steve Ratto was born February 1, 1966 in San Francisco California. Steve Ratto is survived by his wife, Kathy Ratto; sons Nicholas Van Strydonk, Steven Ratto; daughter, Mickayla Van Strydonk; brother, Randy Ratto; and two sisters, Tina McFadden and Gina Ratto. Steve was employed at Rip Griffins truck stop in Tonopah as a mechanic when he met his wife Kathy. They enjoyed BBQs, off roading and spending time with their kids. Steve then took a position as a mechanic at Wal-Mart distribution center. This position allowed him to have more time with his family.

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Marlys Ann Lewis Marlys Ann Lewis from Buckeye, went home to be with her Lord and Savior on January 13, 2018. She was born January 14, 1928 in Robbinsdale, Minnesota to her parents Frank and Minerva Seibert. With her master's degree in education, Marlys was an elementary and college level teacher for 28 years. Her kind, gentle, patient soul loved bringing knowledge to the youth. She also served the Lord as a missionary on the Navajo Indian Reservation in Arizona and New Mexico. There she learned the language, raised her family, and exemplified the love of Christ to all. One of her God given talents was to play musical instruments. She played the piano at church for many years and also taught her children the art of music. She was also a passionate artist and her original paintings and handwritten drawings grace the walls of her children and grandchildren's homes today. Marlys was a devoted mother to her children, Ross Woodruff Jr and Deborah Holcomb along with her son and daughter in law, Mike Holcomb and Melanie Woodruff. She was a caring sister to Karen Holt and Sue Gibson, a loving grandma to her 14 grandchildren, Edward and Angie Perez, Shawn and Jenny Brown, Ross and Val Woodruff, Gregory Woodruff, Christina Woodruff, David and Gabriela Holcomb, Scott and Deidra Willard, Drew and Cynthia Holcomb and 10 great grandchildren. Marlys dearly loved Jesus and her family. She is now rejoicing with the Lord and reunited with loved ones who have gone before in the Lord. Until we see you again, we love you. Well done, good and faithful servant.

Guadalupe "Lupe" Reyes Lupe was born in Chandler, Arizona to Jose Jimenez and Catalina Valdez. She moved to Avondale as young girl and has two surviving daughters, Pamela Burruel and Sylvia Rodgriguez. She has 9 grandchildren and 7 great grandchildren. No scheduled services at this time.

Michael Francis Collender Michael Francis Collender, age 87 of Goodyear, AZ died January 18, 2018 in Goodyear, AZ. He was born July 7, 1930 in Dublin, Ireland to Hugh and Nora Collender. Michael is survived by his niece, Colette O'Donnell; nephews, Hugh Brennan, Sean Collender, and Brian Collender; sister, Stella Brennan of Kilkenny Ireland; brothers, Hugh Collender, and Cornelius Collender of Goodyear; two grandnephews, one grandniece and two great-grandnieces. A memorial service will be held at 10:00 am, Tuesday, February 6, 2018 at Thompson Funeral Chapel, 926 S. Litchfield Road, Goodyear, AZ. Burial will be in Kilkenny, Ireland. The family suggests that donations be made to Hospice of the Valley. Condolences for the family may be left at www.thompsonfuneralchapel.com.

Maria Guadalupe Vequera Maria Guadalupe Vaquera, aged 94 died peacefully on January 13, 2018. Guadalupe was born December 12, 1923 in Poblado de Rancho San Miguel, Zacatecas, Mexico. She joins her husband in Heaven, Juan Toca Vaquera whom she married in 1942 at a church in Felipe Pescador, Zacatecas. She was the second born of ten children and survived by seven siblings; Soledad Carillo, Esther Roman, Gloria Carillo, Theresa Carillo, Francisco Carillo, Pedro Carillo and Bernardino Carrillo. Guadalupe is also survived by her ten children; Juliana (Robert) Reid, Armando (Mickie) Vaquera, Martha (Miguel) Valencia, Rosario (Gustavo) Dominguez, Irma (José) Delgadillo, Juan (Adriana) Vaquera, Socorro (Rafael) Hernandez, Sergio (Silvia) Vaquera, Jaime (Eva) Vaquera and Vanessa Vaquera. She is also survived by seventeen grandchildren and fifteen great-grandchildren. Guadalupe was an active member of St. John Vianney Catholic Church in Goodyear, Arizona. She taught Catechism to the Spanish community, cooked meals for the Holy Cross priests, was a Guadalupana and participated in many other ministries. She was a Eucharistic minister and sang in the choir. The viewing and rosary were on Wednesday, January 17, 2018 at Thompson Funeral Chapel, 926 S Litchfield Road, Goodyear, AZ. The funeral Mass took place on Thursday, January 18, 2018 at St. John Vianney Catholic Church, 539 East La Pasada Boulevard, Goodyear, AZ. Burial was at Holy Cross Cemetery. In lieu of flowers donations may be made to St. John Vianney Catholic Church, Congregation of Holy Cross or to Our Lady of Guadalupe Monastery at www.olgmonastery.com. Condolences for the family may be left at www.thompsonfuneralchapel.com.

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OBITUARIES Candida Ruiz In loving Memory of Candida Rodriquez Ruiz who was called into the loving arms of Jesus Christ on November 17, 2017 at Serenity Hospice in Phoenix, at the age of 80. She was born on February 2, 1937 to Hilario and Teresa Ruiz Rodriguez in Aguadilla, Puerto Rico. She battled severe arthritis pain and Arnold Chiari Syndrome. Those left to mourn her passing include her son, Pablo Ruiz Jr. and daughter in law Karen Ruiz; daughter Myra DeRoo and son in law Paul DeRoo Sr.; siblings, Agripina Llerra, Jenny Rivera, and Hilario Rodriquez Jr.; four grandchildren Adrian Ruiz, Nikole Ruiz, Bianca Ruiz and Paul DeRoo Jr.; four great grandchildren Anaya Ruiz, Evelisse Ruiz, Celestino Ruiz and Corrin Wright; many nephews, cousins, sister/brother in laws. She was preceded in death by her mother Teresa Ruiz Rodriquez, father Hilario Rodriquez; sisters Ramona Rodriquez, Eva Perez; brother Manuel Rodriquez and husband Pablo Ruiz. A private memorial service was held on December 17, 2017.

Marsha Kortsen Polete Marsha Kortsen Polete, 67, of Litchfield Park, passed away on December 26, 2017 at a Hospice Care Facility in Surprise. Marsha was born on July 27, 1950 to Ben and JoAnn Kortsen. She is survived by her husband Bill of 46 years; son Michael (Joann) and their children Jazzlyn Lopez (Luis), Sierra and Camile, grandsons Jaxon and Kolton; brother Kort Kortsen; mother JoAnn and mother in law Velma Polete. She was preceded in death by her daughter and grandsons' mother, Shauna Ann Harris (Kevin), brother Ron Kortsen and father Ben. Marsha grew up on her parent's cotton farm in Stanfield, riding horses and raising steers for show at 4H. While in high school she was named Arizona Junior Maid of Cotton. She attended Casa Grande Union High School where she met Bill. Marsha graduated from Arizona State University with a degree in Special Education and taught for several years in Tempe, Winslow and Avondale. She later earned her master's degree in Mental Health Counseling from the University of Phoenix and contracted with several mental health agencies in the Phoenix area, specializing in counseling troubled families and children. She became the first Counselor/Student Advisor in the Litchfield Elementary School District. She implemented the Care Bears AntiBullying program for the District and conducted True Colors Team Building Seminars for district and local law enforcement personnel. Her work was instrumental in Western Sky Middle School achieving an A-plus National rating. One of Marsha's passions was caring for children of all ages. When she would see a middle school student after they had graduated, they would invariably thank her for the help and advice she had given them. Whenever she would see a parent with a baby or toddler she would talk to the child and always received a smile and laugh in return. She loved saying, "You know a Nanny when you see one." Marsha's nurturing personality blended well with her desire to teach. She did not judge a person, but tried to show them the consequences of the choices they made, and to learn from that. Marsha's sweet and loving soul will be cherished by her family and all who knew her and warmly welcomed by those she has joined. Services will be Saturday, January 27, 11:30am at Trinity Bible Church, 3420 W. Peoria Ave., Phoenix. Meldrum Mortuary provide crematory services.

Franklin D. Baines

Franklin D. Baines passed on December 18, 2017. He is survived by a very loving wife of 44 plus years Susan (Sue) Baines; daughter Kimberly Timm (Jared); four wonderful grandchildren Trinity, Connie, Dylan, and Kendyl; his mother Elsie Baines; brother Chuck Baines (Sandy); sister Peggy Dashel (Greg); plus many nieces and nephews. Frank is preceded in death by his father Joseph Baines. A memorial service with Military Honors will be held at the National Memorial Cemetery of Arizona, 23029 N Cave Creek Rd, Phoenix, AZ on Friday February 2, 2018 at 11:00 am. We ask that you arrive no later than 10:45 am. As many uncharted waters lay ahead, in lieu of flowers, it is requested that contributions/donations in memory of Frank be made directly to the family. These may be accepted at the time of the memorial service or at youcaring.com (search Frank Baines)

PUBLIC NOTICE DOUGLAS L. NEELEY 6290 Attorney for Petitioners 501 South Main Ephraim UT 84627 Telephone: (435) 283-5055 Facsimile: (435) 283-5057 neeleylaw5055@live.com IN THE SIXTH JUDICIAL DISTRICT COURT OF SANPETE COUNTY. STATE OF UTAH IN THE MATTER OF THE ADOPTION OF BABY BOYS, A minor child. SUMMONS CASE NO: 172600016 JUDGE: MARVIN D. BAGLEY THE STATE OF UTAH TO JOHN PAULSON: You are hereby summoned and required to file an Answer in writing to the attached Verified Petition for Adoption filed with the Clerk of the above-entitled Court, at 160 North Main, Manti UT 84642, and to serve upon or mail to Petitioners’ counsel, Douglas L. Neeley, Attorney at Law, at 501 South Main, Ephraim, Utah 84627, a copy of said Answer, within thirty (30) days after service of this Summons upon you. Service is deemed to have been completed thirty days after the last date of publication in the local newspaper publishing the Summons. If you fail so to do, judgment by default will be taken against you for the relief demanded in said Petition which has been filed with the Clerk of said Court and a copy of which is hereto annexed and herewith served upon you. DATED this 16 day of January 2018 /s/Douglas L. Neeley DOUGLAS L. NEELEY Attorney for Petitioners PUBLISHED: West Valley View and West Valley View Business, January 31, February 7, 14, 2018 / 10578

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Chef G. Eric LaQua

Chef G. Eric LaQua, 76, of Goodyear, died January 16, 2018 in his home in Goodyear. He was born May 10, 1941 to Lorenz and Else LaQua in Arzberg, Germany. He is survived by his lovely wife of 47 years, Hannelore; sister, Monika Edelmann; his daughters, DeeAnn DeWitt and Sherry LaQua-Hanchett; son-in-law’s, Jim DeWitt and Eric Hanchett; four grandchildren, Erin, Daniel, Erikka, and Emma; and one great-grandchild, Dillon. A “Celebration of Life” was held on Saturday, January 27 at the Chief’s Mission on 1644 E. Campo Bello Drive, Phoenix, AZ 85022. The family requests, in lieu of flowers, please make donations to the Chief’s Mission. Their website is www.chiefs.org. Condolences for the family may be left at www.thompsonfuneralchapel.com.

PUBLIC NOTICE NOTICE City of Avondale Request for Qualifications Design Services for a Resource Center RFQEN 18-052 Notice is hereby given that the City of Avondale is seeking statements of qualifications from qualified, licensed firms interested in providing professional design services and construction administration for the City's Resource Center. A Pre-Submittal Conference is scheduled for Tuesday, February, 20, 2018 9:00 AM at the Avondale City Hall, 11465 W. Civic Center, Avondale, Arizona 85323. All questions must be in writing and are due no later than Thursday, March, 1, 2018 This meeting is mandatory. Responses must be received by Wednesday, March, 21, 20183:00 PM (Phoenix Local Time) and should be directed to: City Clerk, 11465 W. Civic Center Drive, Suite 200, Avondale, Arizona 85323 or hand delivered to the City Clerk's office. All response packets must be sealed and clearly marked as follows in the lower left hand corner of the mailing envelope: Design Services for a Resource Center RFQEN 18-052 The City is not responsible for the pre-opening of, post opening of, or the failure to open, a response packet that is not properly addressed or identified. Request for Qualifications Packets will be available for pick-up at Avondale City Hall, 11465 W. Civic Center Drive, Avondale, Arizona 85323 or download at www.avondale.org/procurement. Information regarding this Request for Qualifications opportunity may be obtained by contacting the Procurement Officer, Marsha Chavez at (623) 333-2033 The City of Avondale will endeavor to ensure every way possible that disadvantaged business enterprises (DBE) shall have every opportunity to participate in providing materials/services without being discriminated against on grounds of race, religion, sex, age, or natural origin. DBE businesses are encouraged to submit on this solicitation. Published: West Valley View January 24, 31, 2018 / 10502

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