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Good News Presbyterian’s Rev. Clyde Reed said he only wanted to inform the public of the church’s Sunday services and location. Little did he know that his church’s legal challenge of the Town of Gilbert’s sign ordinance would roll its way through U.S. district and circuit courts and land in the legal lap of the U.S. Supreme Court. The justices ruled unanimously recently on the side of the church that the Town of Gilbert had violated the First Amendment by placing limits on the size of signs announcing church services. The ordinance had various restrictions on signs, allowing for political signs up to 32 square feet and up to 60 days after The Rev. Clyde Reed speaks on the U.S. a general election, ideological signs up to Supreme Court ruling in favor of church 20 square feet and for an indefinite time, signage while his wife stands in support. GSN SEE UNCONSTITUTIONAL PAGE 6

The Town of Gilbert celebrated the relocation of Fire Station 7 on June 20 with a grand opening and ribbon cutting. The new two-story, threebay station at 625 W. Warner Rd. was moved more than a mile closer to town to keep response times under 4 minutes. Previously, firefighters arrived in about 5 minutes. The decision to build the station was made after extensive data analysis, which determined the new location would Town of Gilbert officials said the relocation of a fire station boost efficiency and cut will lower response times and increase safety for on-duty SEE STATION 7 PAGE 4

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Medical centers seek applicants for grants Dignity Health Chandler Regional and Mercy Gilbert medical centers are seeking applicants for the 2015 Community Grants Program, which are awarded to nonprofit organizations that are working collaboratively to improve the well-being of underserved populations. The deadline to submit a letter of intent for a grant is July 20 and the final grant application will be due by Sept. 7. Details are available at www. dignityhealth.org/communitygrants. The grants are provided to “communities of care” projects which consist of at least three organizations which are working together to address a health priority. “We cannot change the world by ourselves,” said Kathleen Dowler, director of community integration with Chandler Regional and Mercy Gilbert medical centers. “Partnering with others who share our vision and values is the only way to improve the health of our community.

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emergency response times. Mayor John Lewis was on hand to celebrate the completion of the two-year project. He cut the ribbon and officially opened the fire station. Professionals involved in the project included the Gilbert Fire and Rescue Department, Town of Gilbert Development Service Department, HDA Architects, FCI Constructors and CookDZ Project Management. Fire Engineer Carl Grant and Battalion Chief Brian Ruffentine led the project and combined their talents to ensure the new station included innovative features that promise efficiency and endurance. According to Ruffentine, Station 7 integrates many environmentally responsible practices that take advantage of alternative sources of energy, such as the use of photovoltaic panels, to produce electricity, solar hot water, LED lighting, solar tube lighting and low water landscaping. In addition to eco-friendly features,

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Gilbert chamber welcomes new board members

The Gilbert Chamber of Commerce announced the new and renewing members serving on the board of directors effective July 1. New members and renewing to the board include: Tim Bricker, Dignity Health-Mercy Gilbert Medical Center—second term; Sheila Hunter, Macerich-SanTan Village—second term; Joan Krueger, Bliss Lieberman Realty & Investments—second term; Rustyn Sherer, APS—first term; Ralph Willett, CPA—first term; and Tony Yantos, Walmart—first term. The chamber’s board of directors is made up of 18 elected members, each serving a three-year term. Terms rotate so that six terms expire or renew for one additional term each fiscal year. Board members are eligible to serve two three-year terms. Also effective on July 1 is the start of the chamber’s 2015-2016 fiscal year. According to the chamber’s leadership, the organization will continue to provide popular programs and services, including public policy efforts, partnership through the East Valley Chambers of Commerce Alliance, roundtables with elected officials, workforce initiatives, referral teams, Chamber Chats, and the ambassador committee.

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The son and daughter-in-law of U.S. Sen. Jeff Flake have filed suit in U.S. District Court against Maricopa County Sheriff Joe Arpaio, accusing the elected official of malicious prosecution and abuse of process in the Green Acre Dog Boarding case. More than 20 dogs were found dead or dying in June 2014 at the Green Acre kennel. Austin Flake, the senator’s son, and Logan Flake, a daughter of the kennel’s owners, were later charged by a grand jury with animal abuse and neglect, but Maricopa County Attorney Bill Montgomery dropped those charges after investigating some of the flaws in the MCSO investigation that were presented to the grand jury. The lawsuit alleges that Arpaio “specifically targeted Austin and Logan Flake, partly for the benefit of harming Sen. Flake, a politician who disagreed with him on such issues as immigration and the legitimacy of the president’s birth certificate.” The lawsuit states that the Maricopa County Sheriff’s Office “knowingly provided misinformation to the prosecution, omitted relevant information and concealed exculpatory evidence.” The lawsuit cites a press conference in September 2014 that Arpaio publicly announced that he was recommending that Austin and Logan Flake be charged with 21 felony counts of animal cruelty. In October the Maricopa County Attorney’s Office brought the case to a grand jury, which indicted the Flakes for 21 felony counts. The lawsuit alleges this was “based on MCSO’s material lies and omissions.” The County attorney’s office investigated and moved to voluntarily dismiss the case in December 2014. In May 2015, the attorney’s office announced it had indicted Logan’s parents but it would not pursue a reindictment of the Flakes. The lawsuit seeks general damages, punitive damages, costs and attorney fees and litigation costs. The office for the Flakes’ attorneys, Dennis and John “Jack” Wilenchik, said that the attorneys were not commenting on the case, but the lawsuit they filed on behalf of the Flakes states: “There was no probable cause for defendants Arpaio and the MCSO to investigate and press

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and signs for church services and other temporary events up to 6 square feet only just before and after an event. The court ruled that such “contentbased” restrictions were presumably unconstitutional and, as Justice Clarence Thomas wrote on behalf of six justices, could not survive strict scrutiny. Town attorney Michael Hamblin said the ruling provides guidance to all local, state and federal agencies to review how signs are regulated. “It will have a national impact,” Hamblin said. Gilbert officials will review regulations to make changes “consistent” with the Supreme Court’s decision. “(Gilbert) welcomes the opportunity for dialogue concerning the future of signage in the public’s right of way, including state-mandated political signage,” Hamblin said.

enforced the law banning the church from posting roadside signs the day before services. At that time, Reed wondered why the town allowed political signs for candidates and real estate signs, and why those signs were up for longer periods of time. “All we wanted to do was to put The U.S. Supreme Court ruled that the Town of Gilbert’s sign ordinance— up signs to use temporary signs which regulated temporary signs, like this one used by the Good News Presbyterian Church—was unconstitutional. Submitted photo to invite the community to suppress disfavored speech. Sunday morning “That is why the First Amendment services. We saw real estate and expressly targets the operation of The ruling political signs all over Gilbert, all year the laws—i.e., the ‘abridg(ement) The Supreme Court explained in its long.” of speech’—rather than merely the opinion that “an innocuous justification Reed found it “shocking and unfair.” motives of those who enacted them.” cannot transform a facially content“As a small church with limited Reed of Good News Presbyterian based law into one that is content resources, our signs are very important,” Church said he “never dreamed his neutral...Innocent motives do not Reed said. “It’s one of the only ways to small church signs would be the topic” eliminate the danger of censorship invite citizens to church and yet, we are before the U.S. Supreme Court. In 2007, presented by a facially content-based treated like second-hand citizens.” his church sued the Town of Gilbert statute, as future government officials The Supreme Court ruling overturned after1the5/20/15 municipality may one DSC015 day wield such to Ad A RD1.pdf previous rulings from the U.S. District Gilbert Sun statutes News 10x5.4 1:17 PMrepeatedly

Court and 9th Circuit Court. “It’s a great thing in our country when a tiny little group like ours has the chance to be heard by the most prestigious court in the land,” Reed said. Reed said the ruling “sends the message that certain speech can’t be targeted or restricted.” ‘A great day’ Reed’s church was represented by the Alliance Defending Freedom in Scottsdale. David Cortman, senior counsel representing the church, said the ruling was “a great day for the First Amendment.” Cortman said the Supreme Court’s opinion will impact all aspects of speech, oral advocacy or public speaking in a park and passing out leaflets. It also set out an important principle, Cortman said. “That principle is that the government does not have the right to value certain speech over others, or discriminate against speech because it is unpopular or of less value in its opinion,” Cortman said. “The court held the government must treat all speech neutrally and in a similar manner.” The opinion was vindication and of comfort for the pastor, Cortman said. Cortman said the town can limit the number of signs. Town officials can SEE UNCONSTITUTIONAL PAGE 8

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limit the size of the signs and they can limit the location of the signs, “but they can’t treat a sign differently merely because of what is on the sign,” Cortman said. Navigating the case through the various rulings was “like a roller coaster,” but Cortman said he was confident throughout the legal process that the ordinance was unconstitutional. “You believe in the principle (of The Rev. Clyde Reed, pastor of Good News Presbyterian the argument), you go to court, in Gilbert, stands with his wife, Ann, as David Cortman, and (the previous rulings) were attorney with the Alliance Defending Freedom, disheartening, but it carries you.” addresses the media. GSN photo by Tim Sealy The bottom line for him and his argument was government should viewed as reasonable and necessary not decide what speech is permitted to further the interest of the public,” over another based on its content, he Hamblin said. added. Reed saw political signs grace These amendments included the landscape of Gilbert, and wondered provisions governing directional signs why that was permitted, Cortland said. for an event, and at the same time, to “That’s why the pastor decided to call include time limits. The court ruling us,” he said. means sign ordinances will need to be Hamblin said the Town of Gilbert rewritten to allow all uses the same actually revised its ordinances about time provisions and size regulations, 10 years ago to allow signage for whether political signs, real estate signs temporary events with a contentor temporary signs. bound distinction with the intent of Hamblin expected to work on the permitting nonprofits and churches to ordinance over the next several weeks use temporary signage. and discuss it with the Town Council. “Gilbert amended its regulations but “We’ll have to review it and comply,” provided for limitations that the town Hamblin said.

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Southeast Regional Library improves its ‘browse-ability’ BY KEN ABRAMCZYK

Library patrons may not notice the changes in shelving throughout the Southeast Regional Library right off the bat, but Troy Reed, the library’s branch manager, believes the renovations will help customers. “We set out with a goal to improve ‘browse-ability’ and make it easier to find materials,” Reed said. The library added new, smaller shelving units, complete with casters, so that these shelves can be easily wheeled around in different locations, to any area of the library. That allowed the library to reorganize its materials. It all happened in May at the beginning of the summer peak season, when the library can draw between 1,500 and 2,000 patrons a day, most of whom are parents or grandparents with children. “Now the new paperbacks, audio books and hard covers are in the front of the library,” Reed said. “It’s the first thing they see when they walk in.” Since the reorganization, patrons can find paperbacks in one area, as opposed to two prior. Walk to the teen area now and the shelves include audio books and paperbacks. The genres of teen fantasy, anime and graphic novels are also together in the same area.

Across the library on the east side of the building, adults can choose from audio books, CDs, DVDs and TV shows on smaller metal shelves that are lower in height than the traditional shelves. The lower height makes it easier to examine selections at eye level. The adult fiction and nonfiction areas also added short shelves. Prior to the renovation, the taller shelves made it difficult to view selections,” Hall said. “We have it grouped with fantasy, science fiction and supernatural,” Reed said. “Maybe someone who looks at fantasy books will see the science fiction section, and discover something there.” An added bonus: the lower shelves allow for a better view of the Riparian Preserve behind the library. “It’s just more aesthetically pleasing,” Reed said. “Overall, I’m ecstatic about the changes. I think the customers will really love it because it will make it easier to find what they want. I hope it will increase circulation and help them find new subjects and genres.” The library has many summer activities scheduled, especially for young readers and children. Visit mcldaz.org/custom/ branches/southeast.aspx for more information.

Library’s Food for Fines program benefits those in need Maricopa County Library District customers who owe library fines can get as much as $50 forgiven from July 12 to July 19 through the Library District’s Food for Fines program. Customers can bring in nonperishable food items to any district library for credit of $2 per item. A maximum of $50 can be waived. “Food for Fines benefits everybody,” said Steve Chucri, chairman of the Maricopa County Board of Supervisors. “This is a creative way for library customers to reduce or eliminate fines while helping our community and neighbors.” Fees associated with lost or damaged items will not be waived. Only overdue fines and restocking fees are eligible for the program. Food for Fines has the potential to reduce some of these

charges and bring past customers back into libraries who are otherwise excluded because of delinquent accounts. In keeping with the Maricopa County Reads Summer Reading Program theme—every hero has a story—the Food for Fines program gives customers the ability to become community heroes by providing food to those in need while simultaneously getting their library accounts back in good standing. Collected food items will be donated to local food banks via the Maricopa County Human Services Department. Customers can drop off their food items for credit at any Maricopa County Library District facility between July 12 and July 19. For a list of libraries and addresses, visit www.mcldaz.org.

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Joe’s Farm Grill plays host to exotic birds and their owners each Sunday morning. On these days—as long as the temperatures are above 60 degrees—diners gaze adoringly at the pets. GSN photos by Kimberly Carrillo

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Nonprofit plans to build scaled Vietnam Memorial Wall BY TRACY HOUSE

Volunteers are working to raise funds for the Welcome Home Veterans Park, a project that will feature an 80-percent scale of the Vietnam Veterans Memorial Wall in Washington, D.C. The “Wallunteers,” as they’re dubbed, are working through the nonprofit group Operation Welcome Home AZ. The two-phase project will cost $4.5 million. The first phase, which requires $1.5 million, has received inAn artist’s rendering of the Welcome Home kind donations. Veterans Park planned for Gilbert. Submitted photo The idea for the wall started in “Our goal has always been to do the 2014 as a way to commemorate the 50th anniversary of the Vietnam War, said permanent wall that would have a lasting legacy,” Rigler said. Lisa Rigler, president and chairwoman Roger Pollard, a Vietnam veteran and of Operation Welcome Home and AZ co-chairman, explained that the wall is Wall Project. Original plans called for a “not just about Vietnam veterans.” traveling wall, but then the possibility of a permanent wall was presented. SEE WALL ON PAGE 13

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It’s that time of the year again. Monsoon season officially kicked off June 15 and runs through Sept. 30. Arizonans know to expect thunderstorms, excessive rain and gusty winds throughout the next three months. Last year’s monsoon season was the seventh wettest monsoon in the Phoenix area with 6.34 total inches of rain and 5.11 inches of rain in September alone, according to the National Weather Service (NWS). While monsoons typically produce numerous hazards such as floods, lightning strikes and dust storms, there are a number of ways to protect yourself and your home this upcoming season. Chris Kuhlman, a meteorologist for the National Weather Service in Phoenix, and Andrea Katsenes, director media and public relations for Cox Communications in Arizona, offered tips on how to keep safe at home this monsoon season. “Having the knowledge beforehand is crucial for saving your own life,” Kuhlman said. “If you have a plan and monitor weather reports we are sending out, you should generally be OK.” Outside Safety Tips Find Shelter: If you find yourself outside during or near a storm, find shelter immediately, Kuhlman said. Lightning strikes can occur even 10 miles away from a storm. Flash floods can also threaten lives miles away from a storm. If no shelter is available, stay away from washes, stream beds and tall objects to avoid lightning strikes and flooding, Kuhlman said. “Turn around, don’t drown!” One of NWS’s mottos conveys the importance of never driving into any flooded areas even if it looks shallow or safe. “The most common flash flood mistake is driving into flooded areas,” Kuhlman said. “That is the biggest tip for flash flooding; to not drive into water at all.” Water can move surprisingly fast and it is hard to tell just how deep a water crossing can be. Instead find an alternate route or wait for the flooding to subside. Watch out for flying debris: Another

hazard to watch for during monsoon season is roadway litter. Kelly Taft, communication manager of Maricopa Association of Governments (MAG), explained how airborne debris can lead to accidents on the road. “Roadway litter is ugly, unhealthy and unsafe,” Taft said. “Airborne debris can blow right in front of you causing you to swerve and cause an accident.” Don’t Trash Arizona, a joint effort by MAG and Arizona Department of Transportation to help address the impact of freeway littering, offered easy tips to avoid littering and creating extra hazards during monsoon season. Having a litterbag handy for trash, properly securing objects in truck beds, and keeping cigarette butts in ashtrays can help keep streets safer, Taft said. Pull to the side during dust storms: If you are driving during a dust storm, pull to the side and wait it out, Kuhlman said. The low visibility presents a dangerous situation for drivers and often leads to fatalities. While parked, make sure to turn your lights off and not to turn on your brake lights. “One mistake drivers make is leaving their foot on the brakes,” Kuhlman said. “This might attract other drivers into driving off the road causing accidents or injuries.” Home Safety Tips Protect Electronics: Lightning can fry electronics if they are plugged into an outlet during a storm. Katsenes recommends using surge protectors or unplugging electronics before a thunderstorm. Never unplug electronics during a storm because lightning travels through these electrical lines. Have a plan: Residents who live in a flood-prone area or who experience regular power outages should always have a plan. Know routes to higher ground, have roof access in extreme situations of flooding and have emergency contact numbers ready, Kuhlman said. Have a telephone landline ready: Have a phone that plugs directly into wall and doesn’t use an electrical outlet. Do not

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Gilbert Leadership celebrates Class XXIII graduates Gilbert Leadership celebrated the graduation of Class XXIII on Friday, June 12, with a formal ceremony featuring President and program alumna Mary Ann Shryack, Gilbert Chamber of Commerce President/CEO Kathy Tilque and Gilbert Mayor John Lewis. Gilbert Leadership, a program of the Gilbert Chamber of Commerce, has promoted community leadership and inspired action on issues that impact Gilbert for 23 years. The program influences the community by building leadership capacity, increasing knowledge and awareness of community concerns, and nurturing future leaders. As a part of the program, each class is required to complete a project that will benefit Gilbert. This year’s class designed a disc golf course to encourage activity and social engagement for residents and visitors of all ages, abilities or skill level. “Class 23 did an outstanding job planning and delivering a fun, outdoor project that the community can enjoy— the disc golf course at Freestone Park,” said Shryack, president of the Gilbert Leadership Board of Directors and an Associate Broker/Realtor with United Brokers Group Real Estate. “The class worked hard on this project,

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showing us what great results teamwork can produce.” The following individuals were recognized as graduates of Class XXIII: • Jasen Barcklay, Arizona Army National Guard • Bryan Bijonowski, BKB Enterprises LLC, VIP Airsoft Arena • Melissa Buxton, SanTan Village, Macerich • Linda Chafey, Southwest Image Realty • John Christiansen, Thrivent Financial • Bridget Doherty, Dignity Health • Dustin Holindrake, Solutions Real Estate • Eric Jones, Evident Life Church • Gardenia Lamadrid, Town of Gilbert • Curt Mundy, Mercy Gilbert Medical Center • Robert Ramos, Department of Child Safety • Eric Reber, Speedpro Imaging • Randall Sink, Maricopa County Sheriff’s Office • Heather Wilkey, Town of Gilbert • Leticia Barwick, Meritum • Rod Buchanan, Town of Gilbert • Jasmine Castillo, Lifetime Heart & Vascular • Ralph Chinappi, Salt River Project • Fabian Cota, Vintage American Barbershops • Jason Harris, Town of Gilbert

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Gilbert author’s book focuses on Gen-Xers, a snake BY MEGHAN MCCOY

Gilbert author Dr. Steven Dahl has a rule when he pens books—do not include adult language and themes. “My criteria is, ‘Can I read this out loud in front of my teenager kids without being embarrassed?’” Dahl said of his action-adventures and murder mystery novels. Dahl’s fifth novel, “Rattlesnake,” was published in March and is available on Amazon, Barnes & Noble, Kindle and Nook. The 400-page book follows a trio of Generation X biking enthusiasts who encounter a wealthy stranger, his “lady friend” and a rattlesnake. The story slithers through Colorado, the Far East and Eastern Europe. “It’s about ordinary people who get caught up on vacation riding their mountain bikes and get caught up in this big adventure,” he said.

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A doctor by trade, Dahl grew up in Mesa and Gilbert. After working in the emergency room, he opened a private OB-GYN office in Mesa, where he worked for 25 years. He retired eight years ago. During his quarter-century career, he delivered about 7,000 babies. He has also done humanitarian work, traveling to places like the Pacific Islands, Europe and Liberia. “It is very rewarding and I can use my medical knowledge and put it to use instead of growing old and growing cobwebs,” he said. Although his first book, “Chicken Fried Steak,” was published in 2010, he began writing in 2006. “I get a lot of satisfaction out of creating it and seeing it going down in text and reading it later and saying, ‘Wow, I wrote that,’” he said. For more information about Dahl’s books, visit www.authorstevendahl.com.

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Gilbert veteran’s coat chosen for art show BY MEGHAN MCCOY

Looking for a purpose in life, U.S. Navy veteran Lucy Wong turned to arts and crafts after a diagnosis of scleroderma. Scleroderma is an autoimmune disease that causes chronic hardening and tightening of the skin and collective tissues. For Wong, it makes speaking difficult because her vocal cords tighten. Two years ago, she began attending creating arts therapy classes at the VA in Phoenix. The class helps her continue a love she found 14 years ago, when she purchased her first sewing machine. During the class, she made a “Civil War Frock Coat” from a pattern using denim and leather, blue corduroy and silver buttons. Thanks to her hobby, Wong and the “Civil War Frock Coat” received second place in the category of Fabric Art Kit in the Art Division of the 2015 National Veterans Creative Arts Competition. Competition results were announced in late June. War veteran Wong was raised behind her family’s Chinese laundromat in Los Angeles. Her parents emigrated from China after World War II to raise their seven children.

“They can’t get regular government jobs because of racial profiling,” Wong recalled. “They created their own jobs and they did cleaners and people’s dirty laundry. Gilbert resident Lucy There is no money in Wong, a U.S. Navy it. We had to live in veteran, created a the back area of the Civil War coat that has moved to the business.” next stage of the VA Wong enlisted in the U.S. Navy in 1984, Creative Art Show contest. GSN photo by serving primarily Kimberly Carrillo during Operation Desert Storm until heading into the reserves in 1990. “We didn’t have any money,” she said. “I thought this would be a good way to travel, get education and get some experience.” Now on veterans disability, Wong said she can’t keep up with a job. “I couldn’t manage and I didn’t know why,” she said about the days leading up to her scleroderma diagnosis. “I had gone through graduate school, led troops... through arts and crafts it didn’t make me feel like a failure.”

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Exotic bird lovers and their special friends visit Joe’s Farm Grill for breakfasts on Sunday mornings. GSN photo by Tim Sealy

Joe’s Farm Grill Sunday breakfasts are for the birds BY MICHELE SONKIN

Residents from Gilbert and beyond converge on Joe’s Farm Grill to eat from a menu of freshly made items. But at 7 a.m. Sundays, patrons are joined by customers of the winged kind. On these days—as long as the temperatures are above 60 degrees— exotic bird lovers and their feathered friends come and go. The casual setting and open space is shaded by orange and grapefruit trees, which provide an ideal meeting spot for this group. At any given time, there can be up to 20 birds with names such as Buddy, Cricket, Romeo and Ducky. An endless throng of curious onlookers gather and are treated to a lively show. “We love having them here,” said Sumer Morenz, the restaurant’s general manager. “It’s so great for the community and really embraces the whole ‘farm feel’ that we have here.” The majority of the birds at these breakfast meetings are parrots, although there are macaws and cockatoos mixed in. These birds do well in public because they are known to be intelligent and social.

One particular bird, a 22-year-old parrot named Buddy, kisses his admirers. “Not only is Buddy a big flirt, but he’s a registered service animal who volunteers his services with Paws to Read, an organization and helps children overcome their fear of reading aloud,” said Buddy’s owner, Dan Lee. Buddy and his fellow service animals meet at Southeast Regional Library on the second Saturday of every month and at Perry Branch Library the third Saturday of every month. While the birds and their owners enjoy socializing over favorites such as pancakes and scrambled eggs, this group has a message it wants to share with the community—be responsible. The birds have life spans that can range from 30 to 80 years and require specific care. Owners often end up abandoning them. There are organizations such as AZ Exotic Bird Rescue (www.seedcrackers. org) that work to find new homes for these birds. Joe’s Farm Grill is located at 3000 W. Ray Rd., Gilbert. For more information, call (480) 563-4745. View more photos on page 10.

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Library events scheduled throughout July Maricopa County Library District’s Southeast Regional and Perry Branch libraries offer an array of activities throughout July. Select programs are listed below. The Perry Branch Library is located at 1965 E. Queen Creek Rd., Gilbert, while the Southeast Regional Library is located at 775 N. Greenfield Rd. For more information, call (602) 652-3000 or visit www.mcldaz.org. All Maricopa County Library District libraries will be closed Friday, July 3, and Saturday, July 4, in observance of Independence Day. For Adults What are tiny houses? 7 p.m. to 8 p.m. Wednesday, July 15, at Southeast Regional Learn about the tiny house movement from Brandon Brown, a local community member who is building a tiny house. He will tell you about his experience and answer questions. Note: Registration required. Learn to juggle and get your superpower 7 p.m. to 8:15 p.m. Thursday, July 16, at Southeast Regional Enjoy a world-class juggling show and then learn the basics of it in a fun environment. Note: Registration required. Creative writing 1 p.m. to 3 p.m. Wednesday, July 8, at Perry Branch Local author Gerri Brooks will lead a monthly creative writing workshop for beginners to advanced level writers. Note: Workshop designed for ages 18 and older. Bring a notebook to workshop each week. For All Ages Off the Cuff comedy improv show 3 p.m. to 5 p.m. Monday, July 13, at Perry Branch Enjoy an interactive, family-friendly show created from audience suggestions. The event is perfect for those who enjoy comedy in the style of “Whose Line Is It Anyway?” Explore the night sky 7 p.m. to 8:30 p.m. Monday, July 20, at Southeast Regional Learn about the universe through an educational session and observatory viewing time presented by the East Valley Astronomy Club. Note: Event is designed for beginning astronomers from ages 7 and older. For Children Superhero Academy

2 p.m. to 4 p.m. Friday, July 10, at Southeast Regional Participants will be able to earn their very own Superhero Certificate by showing off their superpowers in various super stations. The event is not structured and is tailored toward working at your own pace. Note: Event is for ages 3-12. Rich Ihle’s Reptile Adventures 10:30 a.m. to 11:05 a.m. Wednesday, July 15, at Perry Branch Rich Ihle, founder of Reptile Adventures, brings eight different reptiles from around the world that he has raised from babies. Participants will learn about each reptile’s habits, diets and defense mechanisms. The last reptile will be a very large python the audience will have the opportunity to touch. Paws 2 Read 10:30 a.m. to 12 p.m. Saturday, July 18 at Perry Branch Children ages 5 and older are invited to read their favorite book to a registered therapy dog. For Teens Robotic Heroes: Robots-4-U dynamic arts program 1 p.m. to 3 p.m. Friday, July 24, at Southeast Regional Robots-4-U program will incorporate building robot kits, making art and learning the basics of S.T.E.A.M. Participants will progress at their own speed and learn new skills that include design and building of robots, engineering trade-offs, physics amongst other things. Note: Event is for ages 7-18 and registration is required. Illustrating workshop with Al Sparrow 2 p.m. to 3 p.m. Saturday, July 18, at Southeast Regional Artist Al Sparrow will give a presentation about comic illustrations, steps in creating illustrations and show off his sketchbook. Note: Registration is required. Teen Lit Fest 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. Saturday, July 18, at Southeast Regional A collection of authors, editors and illustrators will participate in panels, movies, crafts and Q & A discussions. Special guest include: Bill Konigsberg, Tom Leveen, Sharon Skinner, Ann Goldfarb, Patricia Curren, Mark Rude, Brian Augustyn, Al Sparrow, Scott Craven, Colette Black, Amy K. Nichols, Garry Rogers, Sara Fujimura, Amy Fellner Dominy, and Tawni Waters.

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Choosing a diet and sticking to it can often be a challenge. In summertime, people may change their eating habits according to vacations or their children’s schedules. Weight Watchers meets nationwide with helpful tips, a proven program and support for those who want a sensible and attainable way to lose weight. In Gilbert, Weight Watchers of Arizona leader Deb VanHouten is passionate about helping others lose weight and an example of the success of Weight Watchers. If anyone can be an enthusiastic advocate for Weight Watchers, it’s VanHouten. “I lost 72 pounds with Weight Watchers,” says VanHouten. VanHouten admits that several years ago she went off the program, gained her weight back and it was then that she became a devoted advocate to the Weight Watchers program. “I lost it all again, so I’ve lost it twice now,” VanHouten said. Her program focuses on a points-based system, allowing flexibility in what a member eats and emphasizing portion control. “The biggest thing that I learned through Weight Watchers was that I was

eating too much food, the portions were too big,” she said. VanHouten said that she is now committed to the program permanently. Weight Watchers assigns foods a certain number of points and with those points available daily, members can pick and choose the foods they want to eat each day based on that system. “Each person gets a food ‘budget’ and it’s based on height, weight, age and gender,” said VanHouten. “It’s all calculated out and it’s a scientific system that was developed by Weight Watchers. It’s kind of like money in the bank, you have this many points to eat and you use your points how you want.” Gilbert resident and Weight Watchers leader Deb VanHouten is enthusiastic about the weight loss program that has helped her VanHouten weighs in and lose 72 pounds. GSN photo by Lynette Carrington helps to process Weight Watchers participants at works with the assistance of a Weight each weekly meeting that she Watchers manual. “We sit down and talk conducts. about our struggles and celebrations for “After weigh-ins I do a half hour the week. It’s funny, because we could meeting. At the meeting I talk about SEE WEIGHT WATHERS PAGE 21 various topics,” said VanHouten, who

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Learn, eat, live at The Cutting Board and bakery items are displayed in a glass The Cutting Board Bakery and Café’s case. mantra is “Learn. Eat. Live.” The restaurant I visited The Cutting Board with my on Power Road, just south of Baseline husband and daughter and we enjoyed Road, serves up not only great food, but reading the very detailed menu. There are workshops, live music, comedians and 10 breakfast options ranging from sweet classes. potato hash to tamari tofu breakfast The restaurant, right over the Gilbert sandwich and ranging in price from $6 border, is a place for people who want to $9. Lunch and dinner choices are wholesome, nutritious food. The owners, categorized as bowls, salads, sandwiches, Sean and Krystal Macdonald, believe that folks who are educated about nutrition will appreciate clean, organic, vegetarian restaurants. It’s the dream of the couple, who opened the establishment in 2013, that the public will be equally as entranced in their vision, food and passion. The Cutting Board The mushroom burger was an explosion of flavors, textures and has a nice, cozy dining colors and the bruschetta board was massively delicious. GSN room with glass on three photo by Kathy Kerby sides, a large serving counter and a sparkling clean kitchen wraps, soups, boards and entrees. All area. Calming blues and greens are on the menu items are vegan or vegetarian and walls and a chalkboard lists coffees, other many are also gluten free. We ordered at beverages and smoothies. A wine rack the counter and collected our silverware displays various local beers and wines, and napkins from the serving area. BY KATHY KERBY

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talk about brownies for 10 minutes and how they call to us at 2 a.m. We really try to do as much with celebrations as possible because celebrations help to motivate. We also talk about what works for our members.” VanHouten also runs at-work meetings where specific businesses have contracted with Weight Watchers and she meets with employees during a lunch hour on site at the business. Summertime can present unique dietary challenges. “Our schedules are so different in the summer,” VanHouten said. “There are a lot of teachers and a lot of moms that have their kids at home. Things are just different.” “In May we talked about getting ready for summer, meal planning and portioning. We do better, obviously, if we plan. If we don’t plan, it’s a food freefor-all. The temptation for the people that are home during the summer is great because they have food in their pantry and they’re home all day long.” The Weight Watchers program gives solid strategies for eating correctly, ways to avoid food temptations and learning about the emotional or other triggers that can lead to overeating. Weight Watchers also has different payment options for members, depending on the services they want to utilize. Gilbert resident Brad Levkowitz is part of VanHouten’s group and he has had a long history with Weight Watchers. He used to accompany his mother to her Weight Watchers meetings when he was a youngster and became familiar with

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the program. “My first time doing it was in 2003,” Levkowitz said. “I had moved to the valley and from college I needed to lose 30 or 40 pounds. I lost the weight and over the time between then and now, I gained the weight back.” Levkowitz said that he became the father of twins and he found it challenging to work out and eat properly. Based on his previous success with Weight Watchers, he decided to rejoin in February 2015. Since that time, Levkowitz has lost 23 pounds and is almost at his weight goal. Levkowitz has enjoyed being part of VanHouten’s meetings. “I’m really big on communication and how people talk,” he said. “Deb has a really good way of communicating and getting everybody to participate in the class each week. It’s almost like a support group.” Levkowitz said VanHouten gets people motivated each week and talks about their successes and problems. “Even though there’s a topic of conversation each week, she’ll focus more on individuals in the class and it’s not so much teaching but it’s facilitating the group and helping motivate us and get us back on track,” Levkowitz said. There are more than 30 locations in Gilbert that hold Weight Watchers meetings, including Weight Watchers centers and other satellite locations such as Kiowa Village, Santa Fe Square, Gilbert First United Methodist Church, Power Ranch and Trailhead Athletic Club. For additional information and a complete list of meeting places and times visit www.weightwatchers.com.

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Refurbished laptops available Replacing outdated computer equipment can be an expensive proposition. One Chandler-based company is helping out area businesses and families by offering certified used laptops at steep discounts. Ironman Refurbished Business Computers (IRBC) is owned by Ken Chan, his sister, Linda, and her husband, Andy Ip. Their unique business model allows Ken Chan, Linda Chan and Andy Ip started Ironman customers to simply call or text Refurbished Business Computers, which offers computers for information on available at a reasonable price. Submitted photo units and pricing. Pickup is available by franchise which offers classes that teach appointment at the Chandler warehouse computer skills to boys and girls ages and free delivery is available at convenient 3 through 7 at locations throughout locations throughout the Valley. Phoenix. Since they started the business two He came up with the company name, years ago they have sold business-grade Ironman, based on the ruggedness of the Dell laptops and Lenovo ThinkPads business-grade models they refurbish. throughout Phoenix and abroad. He adds that their laptops are even used “I believe we have been so successful in schools and by many mechanics for due to the reliability of our laptops and diagnostic work due to their durability in because we focus on providing prompt the toughest of environments. and courteous service to our customers,” Interested parties can call or text (480) said Ken Chan. 550-9078, email info@ironmancomputers. Each laptop purchase includes a com or visit www.ironmancomputers. comprehensive tutorial to explain the com, for available inventory and more features of the unit, a one-month warranty, information. Pickup is available at their and lifetime technical support. Prices Chandler warehouse by appointment range from $199 to $599 depending on the and at convenient locations throughout specifications of the model and bulk sales Phoenix. are available. Chan also owns the FutureKiddie

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Neuromuscular dentist offers innovative treatment neuromuscular dentist, Garza attended The dental office of Dr. John A. an intensive two-year program. He said Garza DDS offers much more than there are only about 500 neuromuscular routine cleanings dentists worldwide. and treatment for “We don’t just do cavities. teeth; we are doctors As Garza noted, his of the mouth, head office is a one-stop and jaws,” Garza said. shop where patients “We look at the can have virtually function of the teeth any of their dental and where the jaw or orthodontic joints close and rest issues taken care of and then build the in a state-of-the-art teeth from there.” facility. Garza said the vast “We do root canals, majority of people implants, cosmetic have what he calls dentistry, oral “bite disease,” which surgery and braces includes issues like as well as general teeth grinding, also dentistry,” said Garza, known as bruxism. who has 22 years of “A lot of people experience. are walking around In addition to the with a clicking in wide range of dental their jaw and they services, Garza said also have problems what really helps with snoring, sleep to set him apart apnea, bruxism and Dr. John A. Garza uses a K7 computer to is his expertise in migraines. We can help diagnose neuromuscular issues in his neuromuscular cure bite-related patients’ bites. Here, one of his patients is dentistry. migraines and help hooked up to the K7. Submitted photo To become a get people off their BY ALISON STANTON

medications.” In many cases, Garza said, people have lost their vertical stopping point when biting down and have worn back teeth. To diagnose and help his patients, Garza uses a K7 computer, which maps the person’s diseased bite. By measuring the EMG of the patient’s muscular activity, Garza said he can see how the muscles perform with a bite. Then a TENSing device helps him see where the muscles want to relax. A patient’s bite is revealed. “With neuromuscular dentistry, form follows function. We work out all of the function first,” Garza said. After determining his patient’s correct bite, Garza said he takes an impression and sends it to the lab where a custom orthotic is made. “After wearing the orthotic for six weeks, we bring the patient back in and 99.9 percent of the time all of the symptoms like the grinding, migraines, sleep apnea and snoring are all gone,” he said. From there, Garza said he will do a full mouth reconstruction on the patient, which may involve putting on crowns, braces or other procedures to keep the muscles in the correct position. “I’m not talking about treating my

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patients, I’m talking about fixing their issues,” he said. Garza said it is very fulfilling to help cure people of their often very painful symptoms. “In some cases, they can no longer do their job or they can’t go outside The K7 computer can because the sun help map a person’s is too bright. diseased bite as well as help Dr. Garza see how I get so much the bite is supposed to more joy out of look when the muscles what I’m doing are properly relaxed. than if I was Submitted photo just drilling and cleaning teeth,” he said. “What I’m doing is a niche and it’s unique but my patients love it. I find it to be very rewarding.” John A. Garza DDS is located at 754 S. Val Vista Dr., Suite 106 in Gilbert. For more information, call (480) 539-7979 or visit www.johnagarzadds.com.

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FatCats now boasts custom cinema projection screens FatCats family entertainment center has been supplied with custom cinema projection screens for its six movie theater auditoriums, thanks to Severtson Screens. Severtson offers innovative and quality projection screens for the commercial, cinema, entertainment, home theater, education, house of worship, and pro AV markets. The FatCats Gilbert location opened June 15. “We ship our screens internationally for renowned world-class cinemas, as well as for local installations literally down the street from our headquarters and production facilities here in Arizona,” said Toby Severtson, CEO of Severtson Screens. “FatCats is a terrific environment for the entire family, and we are proud to help our local economy and customer base by being a part of such a great venue.” FatCats in Gilbert includes a stateof-the-art bowling center and the new “Pizini” restaurant to complement the facility’s six theaters, which offers luxury seating and features first-run films. The center also provides additional entertainment featuring a nine-hole mini glow-in-the-dark golf course and an arcade/redemption center. The Gilbert location’s Severtson Screens installation consists of two Silver 3D screens (38-feet and 46feet wide), three higher gain white screens (42-feet wide), and one standard matte white screen (25-feet wide), all specified and installed by Fountain Valley, California-based Moving Image Technologies (MIT), a major manufacturer and installer of equipment to the Motion Picture Exhibit industry. Gilbert is the second location that MIT has worked with

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FatCats on for its projectors, sound systems, seats, and curtains, along with specifying and installing the cinema screens. “Although this project consists of just one 58,000-square-foot property, FatCats required multiple screens with different specifications for its six movie theaters, and so we needed a trusted screen manufacturer that could provide exactly what was called for in a timely fashion,” explained Jerry Van De Rydt, president of MIT’s Rydt Entertainment Division. “Not only did Severtson Screens custom build every screen to exact requirements, the screens are manufactured just a few miles away, making this installation one of the easiest and most satisfying we’ve ever done.” In 2001, the doors opened for the first FatCats in Salt Lake City, Utah, featuring state-of-the-art bowling, billiards, arcades, movie theaters, great food and family entertainment under one roof. Since then, FatCats has grown to six locations across four states, and each location hosts corporate, family, school and charitable events, as well. “The FatCats mantra is ‘All Out Fun!’, and we take great pride in providing our customers with a great experience every time they walk through our doors,” said Jeff Jacobson, FatCats COO. “Part of that experience is world-class movie theaters, and Severtson Screens provided exactly what we were looking for. Besides a great product, Severtson’s customer service is exceptional. They were with us and Moving Image Technologies every step of the way, and we could not be happier with the result.”

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Corner eyesore gets facelift BY TRACY HOUSE

The iconic fiberglass horse that sat atop a building at Gilbert and Ray roads has been brought back to life, thanks the structure’s rehabilitation by entrepreneur Michael Pollack. “It took more than a year to come up with that exact design. It was something that I wanted to be very special. I realized I was working on a small corner, but a very prominent corner,” Pollack said. The Mesa-based businessman placed the horse on a balcony overlooking the area. The Gilbert eyesore needed particular attention and Pollack wanted to do something special with the corner. “Coming up with that perfect cross,” Pollack said, “I actually went back in my history and remembered a building that I had designed on scratch paper, but I had never built, and that was almost 50 years ago. I remembered the components of it because it looked like Main Street Disney.” That memory stayed with him and, when he saw the Gilbert building, he recalled his dream. “I wanted embellishments,” Pollack said. “Something that was so unique, yet still fit in. Once I got into it, and I started the design, I couldn’t stop. I just had to do it.” Redevelopment projects Pollack has been involved with more than 11 million square feet of redevelopment, but this project was different. “This was the most detailed-oriented project that I’ve ever worked on,” he said. “It was one of the smaller projects that

I’ve ever worked on, but it goes to show you that the smaller projects make a big impact.” Pollack and his team preserved the buildings and kept the businesses open. It was a challenge, but one that was worth it. “It’s one of those projects that I probably won’t be able to do again, just because it would be cost prohibitive to do it again, but I’m so thrilled that I did this one,” he said. “This one stands as an example of what can be done with creativity, imagination, and unfortunately, a whole bunch of money.” Among the improvements was a balcony built specifically for the horse. There’s a perception that there is a second floor. “You’ve heard the expression, the lights are on but nobody’s home? Well, the lights are on, but nobody’s home because there’s nothing behind the lights, yet it looks like there is a second floor behind the project,” Pollack said. The project incorporated three tile roofs, shutters, awnings, iron rails, balconies, stone and brick, wooden siding and stucco. “You just don’t see projects, especially smaller ones that have that may different construction elements put into them.” Pollack is passionate about this project. “It’s the first redevelopment project I’ve done in the town of Gilbert.” Having been part of new development in Gilbert, he said, “This is one that I wanted to make sure was really special. I’m just thrilled with the end result.”

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and bonds.” KFNX business manager Matt Battaglia called Kandas “one of the most professional and entertaining of KFNX’s local business hosts.” “On a weekly basis he brings high energy and lots of useful investing information to his show,” Battaglia said. “Wayne’s show has the right balance of fun and practical help in his content. Also, his signature playing of the flugelhorn has become a staple of his show. Since Wayne has been hosting a radio for so long, it is hard to say whether it is natural or he makes it seem that way.” An avid musician, Kandas incorporates his art into his personal life. He is a music worship leader at St. Mary Magdalene Catholic Church in Gilbert, where he sings and plays guitar as part of his leadership. “I’ve also been in Christians in Commerce as a worship leader for 26 years. So most of my charities of choice are Christian organizations,” Kandas added. For an upcoming list of seminars, articles and newsletters, visit www.waynekandas. com.

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Gilbert Chamber hosts series of events through July Throughout the year, the Gilbert Chamber of Commerce offers a variety of luncheons and meetings for its members and the community. Events are held throughout the town. The chamber office is at 119 N. Gilbert Rd., Suite 101. For more information about events or to register, call (480) 892-0056 or visit www.gilbertaz.com. Congressional Good Government Luncheon Presented by SRP 11:15 a.m. to 1 p.m. Wednesday, July 1, at Val Vista Lakes Clubhouse, 1600 E. Lakeside Dr., Gilbert. An event of SRP’s Good Government series, this luncheon will bring together the business community with U.S. Rep. Matt Salmon for a discussion on the latest issues affecting business in Washington, D.C. Join the chamber for this meet and greet event, ask questions and provide feedback that will contribute to a vibrant business community. General admission is $35; member admission is $20; members at a corporate or premier membership level receive one free admission to this event. Discount is applied with online registration or by e-mail to jessica@gilbertchamber.com.

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Career Connectors hosts July, August events Are you in career transition? Come and discover Career Connectors, a nonprofit organization connecting professionals to high quality resources and hiring companies. Events are held three times a month, which are free and scheduled at facilities in Phoenix, Scottsdale and Gilbert. Each event includes professional career speakers with presentations on relevant job search topics, three to four featured hiring companies, networking, resume help, career coaches, LinkedIn coaches and business portraits. Career Connectors, named as one of

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Collins Comfort Masters donates Second phase of Heritage 13,000 water bottles Marketplace begins BY TRACY HOUSE

For 30 years, Collins Comfort Masters has been serving the community, especially in the hot summer months, by providing quality air conditioning installation, service and repair. In June, the company decided to help the United Food Bank in Mesa by holding a water bottle drive. “It really turned out well, considering this is a Many Collins Comfort Masters employees donated their time to last-minute event,” said help promote the water drive. GSN photo by Kimberly Carillo Mark Mariano, advertising outdoor area. We weeded, swept, hauled and marketing director for off garbage,” Mariano said. Collins Comfort Masters. “We’re trying to get out there and get “We planned about two weeks before involved. There are ways we’re going to we started and it was a two-week event, be looking at on how to give back. The from June 1 to June 15. We didn’t want to community is the reason we are here stretch it out all summer long. We really today, and why we are the size we are. wanted to hit it hard and so we planned Without them we wouldn’t be here, so on two full weeks.” we’re trying to give that back to all of our Mariano said he brought in 15 cases, customers that have supported us over and a majority of the donations came the years.” from within the company. Collins The company has been owned and Comfort Masters has 70 employees on operated by Collins Owens since its staff. One person brought in 80 cases of inception in 1985 and is commemorating water to help out in this summer heat. its 30 year anniversary this year. “We’re The total number of bottles donated was definitely not the biggest, we’re not the 13,000. smallest. We’ve been around since 1985, Many of the employees donated have an A+ rating with the Better Business their time to help with the water drive. Collins Comfort Masters spread the word Bureau. We’re a qualified contractor for APS, SRP,” Mariano said. about its event through social media, its “One of the things we talk about is: website, fliers and service calls. We don’t install a box—we install peace “In fact we had a sales appointment of mind,” Mariano said. “You know when that brought out 10 cases,” Mariano said. you come home, your system is going to Mariano credits Blaine Wiegel, general be working or you call us. We’ll come out manager, with the idea and choosing and take care of you.” the charity. The company is not new to The facility is located in Gilbert at stewardship. 1455 W. Scott Ave. Visit Collins Comfort “We worked with the Women’s Crisis Masters’ website, www.collinscomfort. Center in Mesa about two years ago and com, to see the discounts and services donated and installed a couple of A/C offered. Like the company on Facebook units. We also had the whole company to receive $20 off a service. get together and cleaned up their

the south building is about 22,000 square feet. In Phase 1, LGE has completed 31,000 square feet of a dynamic mixed-use office/ retail/restaurant project. Tenants include Lo-Lo’s Chicken & Waffles, Pomo Pizzeria, Barrio Queen, Zinburger and Petersen’s Old-Fashioned Ice Cream. LGE also has completed the second floor of the building, constructing 3,000 square feet of office space. Pacific Pharmacy Consultants LLC, a full-service pharmacy brokerage firm, has leased space. Additional space is available for rent. “Interest from retailers, local restaurants and office users is incredible and the residents of Gilbert are responding equally strong,” said Dave Sellers, president of LGE Design Build. “With 100 percent of the first phase retail and restaurant space leased, we expect the second phase to continue to drive new high-quality tenants.”

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Sierra Preparatory Academy enrolling students in grades 6 through 9 BY ALISON STANTON

Sierra Preparatory Academy, a tuition-free, public charter school that features an enhanced liberal arts and sciences curriculum, will open for the first day of the 2015 to 2016 school year on Aug. 12. Edward Denny, co-founder and headmaster, said the school is enrolling students who are in grades six through nine. Over the course of the next few years, Denny said Sierra Preparatory Academy will expand its enrollment through grade 12. “We will build our enrollment year over year and we offer a progressive curriculum,” he said. Sierra Preparatory Academy will feature class sizes of 22 students or fewer. The school will feature programs like a state-of-the-art Maker Space, natural philosophy classes, Arabic and Russian language programs and the Great Books curriculum, which Denny said features a variety of literary and scientific canons. “The idea of Great Books is that students read the original material, not filtered ideas or textbooks. That way, in combination with their peers and

teachers, they can discuss the ideas of the books on their own terms,” Denny said. The school will also offer an advanced four-year writing program, integrated fine arts classes, and a focus on discovery learning and the Socratic Method, Denny said. Denny said the decision to open Sierra Preparatory Academy was a “lengthy evolu- Edward Denny and his wife, Yuliya Yatsyshina, are the co-founders of tion” that started Sierra Preparatory Academy in Mesa. Submitted photo during his time teaching at Tempe Preparatory Acad- Denny said. emy. About six years ago, Denny and other “I knew all of the students and fami- teachers spoke about their desire to lies, but as the school grew larger some- somehow and someday recapture the thing got lost. The quality of education community feel of a smaller school. was still wonderful but the community More recently, Denny was talking atmosphere got lost to a great degree,” with his wife, Yuliya Yatsyshina, whom

he met during a trip to Kazakhstan, about what he should do when they returned to the states. When he told Yatsyshina that he had thought about starting his own school, Denny said she offered her full support and the two of them co-founded the school. “Sierra Preparatory Academy will be by the teachers for the teachers. Here, the teachers are the administrators, and there is no way we could do this if the school wasn’t small,” Denny said. “I don’t have visions of an empire. Ultimately, I just want to know all of the students’ names and parents’ names.” Denny said that the school is hosting regular open houses for interested parents and students. Anyone who cannot make a scheduled open house is welcome to contact him to set up an appointment, he said. Denny said enrollment is going very well so far, and that he and the rest of the staff are looking forward to the first day of school with great anticipation. Sierra Preparatory Academy is located at 7464 E. Main St. in Mesa. For more information, call (480) 440-0238 or visit sierraprepaz.org.

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Ex-ASU star Harden to host basketball ProCamp Houston All-Star Guard and former ASU Star James Harden has announced the dates and location of his inaugural Phoenix-area youth basketball ProCamp. The two-day James Harden Basketball ProCamp will be held on 9 a.m. to 12 p.m. Aug. 22 and Aug. 23 at Inspire Courts in Gilbert. Participants will learn fundamental basketball skills and have the opportunity to meet and interact with the guard. Each camper will receive an autograph from James and a team photo with James. Harden will be on-site to direct the event and will be joined by a selection of prep and college coaches from the area. The camp is open to boys and girls of all skill levels in grades 1-12. Cost of the camp is $149. Camp partners include Everlast and Pronto Print. Registration and more information is available at HardenCamp.com.

Know a student who’s doing something remarkable? Send items for student chronicles to christina@timespublications. com. DanielPatrick Mesa earned Master of Business Administration with a major in operations management from The University of Scranton in Pennsylvania. Howard Collyer and Joshua Metzler were named to Hofstra University’s spring 2015 dean’s list for their outstanding academic achievement. Students must earn a GPA of at least 3.5 during the semester to make the dean’s list. The university is located in Hempstead, New York. Sabrina Burch graduated with honors from Eastern New Mexico University with a BAAS in applied arts and sciences. Eastern New Mexico University is located in Portales, New Mexico. Kurt Fernandez was named to Upper Iowa University’s 2014-2015 spring dean’s list. To be honored by the Fayette, Iowa, the undergraduate must have earned a minimum 3.50 GPA for the semester and be enrolled as a full-time student.

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Andrew Pavano earned a Bachelor of Science degree in mechanical engineering from Georgia Institute of Technology in Atlanta. Pavano was among approximately 2,700 undergraduate and graduate students who received degrees during Georgia Tech’s 249th commencement exercises on May 1 and May 2 at the McCamish Pavilion.

Ashley Titus graduated from the University of San Diego, earning a Bachelor’s Degree in communication skills.

Benedictine College has recognized those students who have distinguished themselves academically as the very best during the last semester. Kateri Poarch was named to the Atchinson, Kansasbased facility’s president’s list for the spring 2015 semester, which ended in May. Poarch is the child of Mr. and Mrs. Michael Poarch. To achieve the president’s list, students must carry a minimum of 12 credit hours and have a perfect 4.0 grade point average. Of the 1,854 students on campus for the 2014-2015 academic year, only 101 made the president’s list for this semester.

Linnea LeBaron earned a Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine degree from Lincoln Memorial University-DeBusk College of Osteopathic Medicine (LMUDCOM) in Harrogate, Tennessee. She is the daughter of Sheldon Weight and Gale Ashcroft, the wife of Jason LeBaron and mother of Tais, Rylyn, Zan and Jaylee.

Gentry Cameron Kinsella earned a Bachelor of Science degree in business administration area with an accounting emphasis from Campbellsville University in Kentucky.

Cristian Martinez earned a Bachelor of Science in business administration from Boston University. The university awarded academic degrees to 6,100 students in May.

Daeleigh G. Castile made the dean’s list at Angelo State University, a member of the Texas Tech University System in San Angelo, Texas.

Forest Schulke earned a Bachelor’s Degree in exercise science—physiology option from Fort Lewis College in Durango, Colorado. More than 45 students participated in the spring commencement ceremony.

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Blake Strouss described his invention to his teacher, Tracy Carlucci, while drawing it out on paper. He will later build a model using recycled materials such as water bottles, shoe boxes and paper towel rolls. His idea is for a “JetPack 2.0.” “It carries your luggage. I made an improvement to it because it had four arms. But I made it to expand and have more arms,” he said. “That’s genius,” Carlucci said. “I like it.” Students rotate between classes during the four-week program, each receiving education in the STEM lab, reading and math. “All the classes are integrated with what’s going on in the STEM lab,” Schiro said. “Not only is it fun and educational for the kids, but it’s professional development for the teachers. I hope they go back and take what they’ve learned into their regular classrooms and implement it there.”

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A diagnosis of Attention-Deficit/ Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD) or Attention Deficit Disorder (ADD) does not define your child. With the proper treatment and organization, many children can have a fulfilling and productive life. Medication, therapy and education are common ways to treat ADHD and ADD. There are other opportunities for children with these problems to learn how to focus and manage their symptoms, however. The National Institute of Mental Health (NIMH) suggests giving organization and structure to a child’s daily life when living with ADHD or ADD. Keeping up with scholastic requirements is crucial but having a hobby or afterschool activity may actually help children regain focus and mental clarity. ADHD and ADD affect 9 percent of American children. It does not always manifest in common symptoms such as manic states or an inability to sit still. Some children who suffer from ADHD or ADD appear to be quiet and attentive but are actually unable to stop daydreaming or listen to the lesson. Many children participate in martial arts because it’s a fun way to exercise. Parents may choose martial arts for its concentration in mental and physical strength. This makes it the perfect outlet for their child’s excess energy and to help children learn necessary life skills. Some young people are in their own world, making it difficult to communicate with them. Martial arts creates an interest and focus bringing them out of their shell. We’ve had a lot of success, it is not a quick fix, it takes time but it works. The origins of martial arts is worldwide. In Chinese martial arts, the student focuses

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Christ Our Saviour Academy is enrolling kindergarten through eighth grade students for its private school in downtown Gilbert. The school theme of “Supporting our families in the training of their children through a personalized education” highlights the emphasis of the school. Through individualized, nonlecture approaches to instruction, students have their own individual goals to master each day. Classrooms are multigrade with 15 students. Tim and Lori Ihms are both certified teachers who have successfully used the personalized approach for more than 40 years. For more information on the school and enrollment, visit www.christoursaviouracademy.com Christ Our Saviour Academy is located at 202 S. Gilbert Rd., Gilbert. For more information, call (520) 428-4631 or email admin@christoursaviouracademy.com

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First United Methodist Church of Gilbert 331 S. Cooper Rd., Gilbert 85233 (480) 892-9166 www.gilbertumc.org Services: 8 a.m. and 9:30 a.m. (traditional services) and 11 a.m. (contemporary service) Sundays There are two traditional services—8 a.m. and 9:30 a.m.—with the Chancel choir and traditional worship. The 11 a.m. service has a contemporary feel, with music from the Praise Band. The 9:30 a.m. service generally has the largest attendance. Mission Community Church 4450 E. Elliot Rd., Gilbert 85234 (480) 545-4024 www.mission68.org Services: 4:30 p.m. and 6 p.m. Saturdays; and 9 a.m., 10:30 a.m. and 11:59 a.m. Sundays

The Bible is God’s word to all people. It was written by human authors under the supernatural guidance of the Holy Spirit. Because it is inspired by God, it is truth and without error in the original manuscripts. Real Life Church Church services at the Higley Center for the Performing Arts 4132 E. Pecos Rd., Gilbert 85295 (480) 444-0231 or www.reallife.cc The church believes in one God consisting of the Father, the Son and the Holy Spirit. God is the creator of all things, including man. Redemption Gilbert 1820 W. Elliot Rd, Gilbert 85233 (480) 632-2220 www.gilbert.redemptionaz.com/ about/a-brief-overview/ Services: 8 a.m., 9:30 a.m. and 11 a.m. Sundays Gospel means good news, but it is truly the most profound and glorious truth ever revealed. It is not advice, nor is it a system or philosophy to add to the congregants’ lives. It is an exclusive truth claim, a holistic worldview, the true story of the whole world, which by its very nature must redefine and recolor everything else. Resurrection Episcopal Church Meets at Gilbert Community Center, 130 N. Oak St., Gilbert 85233, each month except June. (480) 719-5343 www.resurrectiongilbert.org Services: Call for information The world sends the message that we must hold right beliefs and exhibit right behaviors before we can rightly belong. To God, that idea is backward. We always belong to God, and in Christ nothing can separate us from his love

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www.GilbertSunNews.com and acceptance. Growth in Godly ways of being and doing is cultivated when we acknowledge that we are already known and loved by God. All people are welcome at the church, and congregation officials don’t just say it, they live it. St. Mary Magdalene Catholic Church 2654 E. Williams Field Rd., Gilbert 85295 (480) 279-6737 www.smarymag.org A Roman Catholic parish that witnesses the love of Jesus Christ through evangelization, catechesis and celebration of the Sacraments. San Tan Bible Church 1424 S. Promenade Lane, Gilbert 85296 Phone number not available. www.santanbible.org Services: 8:30 a.m. (Bible hour); 9:30 a.m. (Café 2:42) and 10 a.m. worship service Sundays The church believes the glory of God is the chief end of all we do. Sun Valley Community Church 456 E. Ray Rd., Gilbert 85296

(480) 632-8920, www.sunvalleycc.com Services: 4 p.m. and 5:30 p.m. Saturdays; and 9 a.m., 10:30 a.m. and 11:59 a.m. Sundays The atmosphere is casual and friendly at Sun Valley Community Church. It places high value on authentic Christian living and placing Christ at the center of all our teachings. The church also offers worship music that is current and uplifting, along with focused weekend sermons that break down the Bible in a way that makes it easy to connect the word of God with today’s busy life. Two Rivers Church 326 E. Guadalupe Rd., Gilbert 85234 (480) 892-2435, www.2riverschurch. org Services: 6 p.m. Saturdays; and 10 a.m. and 12:30 p.m. (Spanish) Sundays Two Rivers Church exists to help lead congregants into a growing relationship with Jesus Christ by encouraging and equipping them to love God intimately and serve others. It has a casual environment with a serious faith.

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Christ Our Saviour Academy provides ‘outstanding’ education BY TIM IHMS, FOUNDER, CHRIST OUR SAVIOUR ACADEMY

In 2012, John Bridgeland created the term “Opportunity Youth” in a paper created with support from the Bill and Melinda Gates Foundation. The paper’s focus was to raise awareness of young people who had left high school before graduating. Mr. Bridgeland feels these young people have “extraordinary untapped potential.” As reported on NPR recently, Mr. Bridgeland was quoted “I’m not one to paper over reality or hardship. I don’t like buzz terms or jargon.” But in referring to students who had not graduated from high school he said, “Extraordinary untapped potential...They saw the benefits of finishing school and getting a decent job. They were extremely hopeful, not withstanding, their challenges. My bottom line was, if they can be hopeful, why can’t we?” A hopeful message by Mr. Bridgeland, but what about those students who do not drop out? Somewhere around 80 percent of students graduate from high school each year. Of Arizona students who graduate, the percentage who are prepared to move on to meaningful work or education continues to be low. Take, for instance, the number of students who attend a Maricopa Community College who need at least one remedial class to seek a degree or transfer to a university. The average number of students for all 10 colleges is around 60 percent, with ranges from just under 50 percent at Paradise Valley and over 80 percent at Gateway. That information comes the community colleges as of the fall of 2013. The organization named Complete College America provides more sad and unacceptable results for students attending college. Nationwide more that 50 percent of the students entering junior colleges and almost 20 percent of those beginning in four-year universities are placed in remedial classes. Fewer than a third of students nationally complete a bachelor’s degree in six

years. That’s better than Arizona where, out of 40 percent of high school graduates head to college, over half do not earn a degree. I would like to expand the definition of “Opportunity Youth.” Instead of only students who have left high school early before graduation, the term “Opportunity Youth” should apply to all students who graduate from high school and who do not have the skills to continue on with a college education or a vocational education even after 13 years. Why? Because these student also have “extraordinary untapped potential.” How do I know? From more than 30 years of experience. The individualized education provided at Christ Our Saviour Academy, like the two previous private schools I have started, allows students to reach their fullest potential. Average and highly skilled students realize that they are not held back by the lowered expectations of teaching to the mean of a group. Low skilled students are given the time to master basic skills so they may learn at an increased rate like the rest of the class. Students in the past who came to us at below a third grade reading level in ninth grade were able to attend community college after graduation. The majority of our students received scholarships which covered at least 70 percent of their college tuition. Families come to us to unlock the potential of their children. Consistently we do that. There is no reason for there to be so many “Opportunity Youth.” The traditional education system does not provide an education that allows most students to reach their potential. Here at Christ Our Saviour Academy we provide an outstanding education to all of our students in a caring, encouraging, personalized way you cannot find anywhere else in Arizona. It is a place where we create opportunities for our students through skills attained through a solid education. For more information, visit http://bit. ly/1IL0E7D.

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Taylor Hicks, Saturday, July 4, HAC. Season Five American Idol winner, Hicks is bringing his take on southern soul, R&B, country and blues. Daisy Train, Saturday, July 4, HAC. Come see some of Arizona’s best country talent that makes up Daisy Train as they perform hits from country music’s top artists of today including Carrie Underwood, Brad Paisley, Jason Aldean and many more. “Tarzan,” Thursday, July 9, through Saturday, Aug. 22, HCT. When a fatherdaughter team of scientists arrives to study the flora and fauna of the area, Tarzan learns for the first time that there are others like him in the world. DSB Journey Tribute, Friday, July 10 and Saturday, July 11, HAC. DSB has been called the “next best thing” to Journey and captures the essence and quality of the iconic rock band. Creedence Clearwater Revisited, Friday, July 10, WHP. Creedence Clearwater Revival headlined the Saturday night slot at the legendary Woodstock Music Festival. Boz Scaggs, Saturday, July 11, WHP. Scaggs is a musical seeker and a man of sizeable talent as a singer, songwriter and guitarist. The English Beat, Saturday, July 11, LW. The English Beat is well known for its unique mix of ska, pop, reggae, soul and punk rock. “An Evening of Old Time Radio,” Tuesday, July 14, through Saturday, July 18, SLCT. The theater’s summer show features “An Evening of Old Time Radio.” Under the Sun Tour, Friday, July 17, WHP. Eve 6, Sugar Ray, Uncle Kracker and Better Than Ezra will perform. Trejavu, Friday, July 17, HAC. These versatile musicians will keep the dance floor packed with a variety of Top 40

dance, rock, R&B, hop hop, Motown and more. Aztex, Saturday, July 18, HAC. This fusion of R&B, Latin and rock is sure to impress as Aztex takes the stage. One of These Nights, Sunday, July 19, WHP. One of These Nights is a tribute to the music of the Eagles. The Walkens, Friday, July 24, HAC. Known for energy, professionalism and diversity, The Walkens are a go-to band for entertaining a crowd. Quantrum, Saturday, July 25, HAC. Quantrum is an entertaining blend of R&B, funk, old school jazz and Top 40 music. Shining Star, Friday, July 31, HAC. Shining Star brings experience paired with an extensive song list to make sure everyone has a good time. Come Back Buddy, Friday, July 31, CCA. Come Back Buddy is a three-piece rock ‘n’ roll band inspired by the legendary Buddy Holly and the Crickets. Rodney Carrington, Saturday, Aug. 8, WHP. Rodney Carrington is a comedian, actor, singer and songwriter. Sugar Thieves, Friday, Aug. 14, CCA. The Sugar Thieves have a sultry blues roots foundation and powerhouse delta sound. “American Idol Live!” Sunday, Aug. 16, MAC. The concert will give fans the opportunity to get up close and personal with the top five Idols from season 14. Bowling for Soup, Monday, Sept. 21, LW. The Texas-based band Bowling for Soup is known for such hits as “Girl All the Bad Guys Want,” “Almost,” “High School Never Ends” and “1985.” It is touring with special guests Dolly Rots and Ivory Tribe.

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Uncle Kracker prefers not to sit around. He feels more comfortable on a consistent tour for six or seven weeks, instead of periodic shows. “I like getting out on tour when it’s a tour that’s booked, so you start and then you end and then you go home and sit for a minute,” said Uncle Kracker, otherwise known as Michigan-bred Matt Shafer. “I like it better than a continuous, all-year run where it never really stops. You just keep bouncing home. It gets monotonous and never ending.” Calling from Grand Prairie, Alberta, Canada, Uncle Kracker will soon travel with the “Under the Sun” tour, which also boasts performances by Sugar Ray, Eve 6 and Better Than Ezra. It kicks off Friday, July 17, at Wild Horse Pass Hotel & Casino’s Ovations Showroom. “I love being able to play, drive to the next city and play again the next night,” he said. I love how action packed it will be. Just bam, bam, bam. Before you know it, after a couple weeks, you’ve hit 10 cities in two weeks. It feels good. It feels like you’ve done something.” Sugar Ray’s Mark McGrath, who founded the tour that differs yearly, said he admires Uncle Kracker. “He’s such a gentleman and a great guy, his whole band,” McGrath explains. “They really exemplify what this tour’s about. Every band on here has to share the same spirit—a willingness to please the crowd. Instead of saying, ‘Here’s a new one.’ We’re saying, ‘Let’s play these short sets and hit them with all the hits.’ I can’t think of a better partner to drive around the country than Uncle Kracker.”

One thing Uncle Kracker likes about “Under the Sun” is that—literally—all four acts are playing all of their hits under the sun. “Everybody just comes out, they play their hits and leave,” Uncle Kracker said. “It’s a good blend of everybody and everything. If I find myself playing an hour and a half, I will play new songs to people who don’t want to hear them. It gets frustrating, but it’s the way it’s been done for years and that’s the way it’ll always be done.” Speaking of which, Uncle Kracker is working on new songs for an album that’s “almost in the can.” “I’ve been finding myself (writing music) that’s almost reminiscent of my very first album—rap stuff mixed with old, classic country—back to some poppy, vibe fun. It’s very all over the place,” said Uncle Kracker, who has three daughters ages 16, 15 and 11. “I’m doing something that’s fun to me. I keep going back to what I like.” His musical tastes these days are focused on rap, particularly focusing on Machine Gun Kelly and Mac Miller. “I like the way these kids use their words and have fun,” said Uncle Kracker, who formerly served as Kid Rock’s DJ. “It reminds me of when I was a kid.” Under the Sun with Sugar Ray, Better Than Ezra, Uncle Kracker and Eve 6 perform at 8 p.m. Friday, July 17, at Wild Horse Pass Hotel and Casino’s Ovations Showroom, 5040 Wild Horse Pass Blvd., Chandler. Tickets are $63 to $99. For more information, call (800) 946-4452 or visit www.wingilariver.com.

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First, I want to thank the veterans and military for my liberty and freedom. I get a kick every time I see a foreign car or truck, with veteran or POW plate on it. How fast we forget, how many military were killed in World War II, Japan and Germany! How many were killed in Korea and Vietnam. Thousands were killed and and we still buy their products. Americans, all that money still goes back to their country, to build more bombs to kill more Americans! I saw a Kia, with a sticker on it that said, “My daughter is in the Army,” or a sticker on a Nissan saying “Retired Marine.” Vets, think about that when you buy your next automobile. Thank you. Finally, at last, a Washington representative was intelligent enough to recognize mistakes of his party’s past and bravely say so. At last, that’s the type of American that people have been looking for. Thank you for the good old common sense. Obama’s legacy is going to be that he was the great divider. He has created animosity and hatred between black and white, rich and poor. He also will be defined by the president to allow ISIS to do so much damage and kill so many people. He called them a J.V. team. He says the most stupid things when he doesn’t have a teleprompter. He

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Didn’t they ever go to school or listen to anything their parents told them? Poor slobs. They’re all killing themselves and ruining what’s left of America’s intelligence. They’re sick, sick, sick. The mass media is proclaiming Bruce Jenner a hero. He even got a call from the president of the United States congratulating him for his heroism. What has happened to our America?

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is the worst president ever and he has put all Americans in danger. Creeps are calling to telling you that you’re being sued and are giving you a number from the 509 area in the state of Washington. Are you scared yet, old folks? It’s the newest kind of rip-off, just to scare the old people. How disgraceful that Arizona State University, which has nearly doubled its tuition over the last 10 years, gave $500,000 to Bill, Hillary and Chelsea Clinton. Meanwhile the university is attaching a $320 surcharge to its tuition tab next year. The Arizona Legislature should give not one penny more to this university. They waste money. They don’t deserve more money. If they can afford to give $500,000 to the Clintons, it is a disgraceful thing.

Why are we hearing so much about hungry children in America? The food stamp program under the Obama administration has exploded. Perhaps their parents are using the money for drugs, alcohol, cigarettes or tattoos. The money is not going to buy bread, milk and cereal. Not healthy food for their children. Sheriff Joe has been here too long and has cost the taxpayers too much money. We remember when the previous sheriff would send nonviolent prisoners to work in the vegetable garden, so they kept the county prison well fed and healthy. Other prisons

took care of the dairy. Guess what? That old guy saved us money forever. Sheriff Joe just cost us money for his sandwiches and pink underwear. He’s a big fraud and always will be. Shame on us for voting for him forever. Under the Obama Administration our military has been weakened and now our local police departments are being weakened. Is it any wonder Americans are arming themselves at great rates? During a campaign appearance, Hillary Clinton criticizes hedge fund managers for all the money they make. I guess she forgot her own son-in-law is a hedge fund manager. The government or the Supreme Court still doesn’t know what to do with marriage same-sex children. They don’t know how to name them. Hyphenate them with both names. Is common sense totally dead everywhere? Poor babies can’t even have a name, according to the government anymore. Just plain disgusting when so

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The only promise Obama made that was true was that he would fundamentally change America. He has and our country has gone the wrong way. Ann Coulter is completely right in her book “Adios America.” The America we knew and loved is gone.

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many ignorant people think they’re smarter than anybody else when they have no common sense at all. Michelle Obama, her two daughters and her mother are on another fabulous summer vacation going to England and Italy to address issues including kids’ health and education. Are you kidding me? Michelle Obama thinks nothing of spending thousands and thousands of hard dollars to bring her family and friends to places the average American cannot afford to go. There are plenty of problems here in the United States with kids’ health and education. What a disgrace that Obama has publicized the mass church shootings in South Carolina by again his call for gun control. He claims that mass killings don’t happen in other civilized countries. Mr. President have you forgotten the over 70 people murdered in Norway? How about the over 12 people murdered in Paris, France, within the last year, and many, many others? Mr. President how about taking the guns away from the criminals on the street and from the gangs from the drug cartels? How about starting there, instead of attacking law-abiding American citizens who have a right to own a gun?

Believe it or not, someone from my city council returned a call regarding complaints about one corporation colluding with another to grab more customer income from a typically ignorant general public. By selling them additional insurance or extended services, America’s con artists are growing when neither is necessary. Pay attention to the mail. Do not buy out-ofstate insurance for anything you’re doing in Arizona today. According to 2007 and 2013 Gallup polls, lobbying is the most despised profession. Lobbyists are ranked below lawyers, used car salesmen and even politicians. While generally despised, lobbyists are perhaps still not loathed as much as they should be. The typical citizen probably thinks of lobbyists as somewhat shady characters lurking about the halls of government offering free lunches and campaign contributions. On occasion, a lobbyist will cross the line and attempt to buy an important vote directly. Then, there is a flurry of news stories about the scandal, after which lobbyists quietly go back to their dirty business. If citizens fully understood the current role of lobbyists in government, they would probably despise lobbyists even more than they do.

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limits. Under those circumstances, the senators, representatives and governors come and go, but the lobbyists stay. There is no term limit on lobbying, and lobbyists can collectively become a shadow government that chooses candidates, gets them elected, and manipulates them once in office. Outnumbering legislatures by over 30 to 1, they can overwhelm the legislative process. Eventually, they can obstruct the will of the people as they choose.

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American patriotism rooted in common values BY MARICOPA COUNTY SUPERVISOR DENNY BARNEY, DISTRICT 1

May, June and July form a staircase of patriotism and history. On Memorial Day, we pause to pay homage to all whom have lost DENNY BARNEY. Submitted photo their lives serving in the U.S. military. June 6 is D-Day, the Battle of Normandy, the turning point in World War II. June 14 is Flag Day, observing the adoption of the American Flag in 1777. The greatest of these, July 4, Independence Day, we celebrate the signing of the Declaration of Independence in 1776 and the birth of the nation. Consider the words of some great Americans, who remind us of our unique heritage. American patriotism The freedom and happiness of man... (are) the sole objects of all legitimate government.”—Thomas Jefferson. The experience of American patriotism is unique. American patriotism is rooted in common values. It is more than love of country; it is love of ideals. Jefferson’s idea that government serves the individual was beyond revolutionary—it was radical. It has defined and connected us as Americans ever since. Divine providence “The longer I live, the more convincing proofs I see of this truth—that God governs in the affairs of men. And if a sparrow cannot fall to the ground without His notice, is it probable that an empire can rise without His aid?”— Benjamin Franklin America was founded upon the belief that each man was endowed with inalienable rights by the Creator. Each of us created equally, no one inherently elevated above another. This equality mirrors God’s love. All receive it regardless of circumstance, wealth or education. In tandem to equality is the freedom by which to act upon it. The United States’ concepts of liberty are reflective of one

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