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MCSO investigating assault in Anthem ANTHEM – Two teenage boys suffered stab wounds in an assault that occurred on the night of Nov. 15. Just before midnight on Saturday, Nov. 15, two teenagers were injured after an incident near Dedication Trail and Morse Drive, in Anthem. The teen boys are expected to recover from their injuries. The Maricopa County Sheriff’s Office is searching for the suspects in the crime. A social media post, said to be created by a family member of the boys, has indicated that the assault could be racially motivated. MCSO is reporting that at this point in the investigation, they do not have evidence of this being a hate crime; a full investigation is ongoing. The suspects’ vehicle is reported to be a white truck with a white cross sticker on the back. No further description of the suspects has been released at this time. The Foothills Focus is not reporting names or physical descriptions of the injured boys or their family members, in order to ensure their privacy and safety. Anyone with information on this crime should contact MCSO at (602) 876-1011. Reports can be made anonymously through Silent Witness by calling (480) WITNESS or online at www.silentwitness.org.

Kiwanis Marketplace celebrates grand opening CAVE CREEK – The Kiwanis Marketplace is officially open for business. The grand opening party was held Nov. 10 at the store at 6535 E. Cave Creek Road. The 17,000+ sq. ft. building houses thousands of thrift store treasures. The store is selling furniture, appliances, electronics, kitchen items, clothing, jewelry, home décor items, and more. Sales proceeds from this thrift store will support the charitable programs of Kiwanis of Carefree. Kiwanis of Carefree president Bob Swan described the store’s fundraising as “trying to do more of what we’re already doing.”

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Veterans honored at Nov. 11 Spectrum Retirement discusses planned Anthem facility memorial ceremony “The promises we Elizabeth Medora

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Veterans’ service to their country was honored on Nov. 11 at the Anthem Veterans Memorial. Pictured is the 11:11 a.m. moment on Nov. 11 when The Great Seal of the United States was illuminated. For the full story and more photos of the ceremony, see pg. 12.

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ANTHEM – Spectrum Retirement Communities is proposing to bring a retirement facility to Anthem. This facility would be located on Venture Drive. It would offer independent living apartments, as well as assisted living and memory care apartments. Spectrum developers put forth a design proposal at a meeting at the Anthem Civic Building on Nov. 12, detailing the project’s design and impact. Mike Longfellow, Spectrum Vice President, Construction and Development, thanked the Anthem Community Council for helping bring about the meeting and “working with us to help us know what we’re proposing for the community is what’s best for Anthem.”

make are the ones we keep longterm,” Longfellow said, speaking of the community impact Spectrum would have. “Creating exceptional communities is really our goal,” Longfellow emphasized, paraphrasing the Spectrum mission statement. Longfellow addressed why Spectrum wanted to build a facility in Anthem. “Anthem is a community that we’ve had our eye on for a few years,” he noted. “We’re very selective about our communities. We have wanted to be in Anthem – we feel like we’re a good fit.” If Spectrum’s plans come to fruition, they will not be the only retirement facility in Anthem. Merrill Gardens has been approved to build a retirement facility near Meridian Drive.

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Carefree Fine Art Festival opening Nov. 28 are available at a variety of restaurants that border the venue. The festival is open 10 a.m.5 p.m. daily. Admission is free. For information, call 480-488-2014 or visit www.magicbirdfestivals.com. The Carefree Desert Gardens is located at 101 Easy St., in downtown Carefree.

PHOENIX – The public outcry over the unlawful shooting of a protected desert tortoise has again led to additional contributions being made to the total reward offered for information that leads to the case being solved. In addition to the $500 being offered through the Arizona Game and Fish Department’s Operation Game Thief, private individuals and organizations, including the Arizona Herpetological Association, Desert Tortoise Council, Phoenix Herpetological Society, Sierra Club Grand Canyon Chapter and its Palo Verde Group, Tucson Herpetological Society, and Turtle and Tortoise Preservation Group have pledged and will reward an additional $2,650 in the event of an arrest or conviction. Game and Fish is asking for the public’s help in solving the killing of the

desert tortoise near the Beeline Highway, about 15 miles north of Fountain Hills in Game Management Unit 22. The juvenile tortoise was part of a research study and had a transmitter affixed in 2010. During routine monitoring by department biologists, it was observed alive on Aug. 18 but was found dead by the biologists on Aug. 25. Investigators believe the tortoise was killed around Aug. 20. Anyone with information about this killing can call the department’s Operation Game Thief hotline toll-free at (800) 352-0700 or visit www. azgfd.gov/thief and refer to case #14002388. Callers may be eligible for a reward from the various entities that have pledged reward money in this case. All calls may remain confidential upon request.

CAREFREE – Magic Bird Festivals is presenting the third annual Carefree Fine Art of the Southwest Festival, at the Carefree Desert Gardens, Friday, Nov. 28 – Sunday, Nov. 30. The festival features more than 100 fine arts exhibits, plus live music and dance performances throughout the event, including nationally-renowned Native American Hoop Dancer Brian Hammill. Featured artists include fine jeweler Paz Ehecatl, Navajo stone sculptor Larry Yazzie, and mixed media artist Philonese. Entertainers Dakota Kid, Johnny Martini, The New Deal Trio, and the Desert Cactus Kickers will also be at the festival. The food court at the event includes a variety of regional favorites, as well as food truck fare. Adult beverages

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Wastewater case ongoing; comment sessions scheduled ANTHEM – The EPCOR Water wastewater case is ongoing. Administrative Law Judge Dwight Nodes is presiding over the case. Arizona Corporation Commission staff, Residential Utilities Consumer Office staff, EPCOR staff, and ratepayers have offered evidence in this hearing. The wastewater case began when Agua Fria district customers petitioned the Corporation Commission to help lower their wastewater rates. The Commission then instructed EPCOR to examine three options for lowering rates: further deconsolidation of the Agua Fria district, reconsolidation of the Agua Fria and Anthem districts, or full consolidation of the EPCOR districts.

Opinion and Order, which will then be considered by the Commissioners at an upcoming open meeting. The outcome of the case may be delayed, as some Commission staff members put forth at the hearing that EPCOR should file a full rate case in summer 2015. This would put the current case’s verdict on hold. Three public comment sessions are scheduled for this wastewater case. These sessions will be for public comment only; since the rate case is ongoing, the Commissioners will not be able to answer commenters’ questions. No votes will be taken at these meetings. Public comments will be added to the official case record and will be considered as

EPCOR is supporting full consolidation as the most equitable and economical option. This option would create a flat wastewater charge of about $34 a month for the consolidated districts’ customers. This would reduce rates for most customers. During the hearing, some Sun City customers objected to full consolidation, as $34 is more than their current rate. The case is expected to extend to Nov. 21 and may continue into the following week. Following the conclusion of the case, the Law Judge will review the case, including comments from the public, and will issue a Recommended

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Community News CSHS participating in college application campaign

CAVE CREEK – Cactus Shadows High School, in the Cave Creek Unified School District, is participating in the November 2014 Arizona College Application Campaign. Cactus Shadows joins more than 50 other high schools with more than 14,000 senior-year students throughout Arizona that are joining in this campaign. The campaign, organized by the Arizona Commission for Postsecondary Education, aims to build a college-going community, one high school and one student at a time. The Commission relies heavily on its partnerships with Arizona’s universities, colleges, and community colleges to achieve this goal. For more information on Cactus Shadows’ campaign, contact Melissa Beverly, Cactus Shadows High School Counselor at (480) 575-2400.

Grief support seminar, Nov. 22

PHOENIX – Desert View Bible Church is sponsoring a Grief Share grief support seminar. This seminar will focus on dealing with grief during the holidays, which can be an especially difficult time after losing a loved one. The Grief Share seminar will share ways to enjoy the holidays again and offer encouragement to those dealing with sorrow. The seminar will be held on Saturday, Nov. 22, 9-11 a.m. For reservations, call (602) 741-2134.

Hope for Horses Gala great success

CAREFREE – Triple R Horse Rescue’s second annual Hope for Horses Gala helped raise funds for the horse rescue with a dinner and auction event. Entertainment was provided by Mesa-based singer/songwriter Mary Hoffman and master of ceremonies Robert J. Leary. The highlight of the auction was the chance for a

walk-on role for two on CSI’s newest series, CSI Cyber. This was auctioned off by CSI creator Anthony Zuiker, who came to the fund-raiser to show his support and that of his wife, Michelle. Zuiker added lunch with the stars of the original series CSI: Las Vegas and lodging and transportation. The bidding went wild, and the auction item went for $24,000. Triple R Horse Rescue will soon be announcing next year’s gala event, along with other plans for 2015. For more information on the horse rescue, see www.triplerhorserescueaz.com.

Adopt a Highway program keeping Arizona beautiful

PHOENIX –Keeping nearly 7,000 miles of Arizona highways free of litter is no easy task, yet more than 12,000 volunteers and hundreds of sponsor groups beautify Arizona’s roadways and support the efficient use of state transportation system resources. Since its inception in 1988, the Arizona Department of Transportation’s Adopt a Highway program has offered an opportunity for individuals, organizations, and businesses to perform litter clean-up activities on two-mile sections of the state’s highway system. Each year, Adopt a Highway volunteers typically collect around 63 tons of litter and provide ADOT with a current statewide labor value of $2.3 million. The Adopt a Highway program is active in all 15 counties in the state along approximately 2,000 miles of roadway. More than 1,500 volunteer groups and several hundred sponsor groups collect litter. An ADOT acknowledgement sign recognizes the volunteer group’s section after their first cleanup. The cost to taxpayers for the program is minimal. ADOT’s costs include vests and trash bags for the volunteers, and the production of the acknowledgement signs. A single ADOT staff member is responsible for managing the

statewide program with operational and permitting support by ADOT field offices. To learn how to participate in the ADOT Adopt a Highway volunteer program, visit www.azdot.gov/Highways/AdoptaHwy/Index.asp.

Tickets on sale to see Bob Seger

GLENDALE – Bob Seger & The Silver Bullet Band are coming to Glendale on Feb. 19, 2015. Tickets are now on sale. Seger will be performing at the Gila River Arena in Glendale. Bob Seger & The Silver Bullet Band is hitting the road in support of Seger’s new studio album, Ride Out, with their 2014-2015 Ride Out Tour. The tour is Seger’s most extensive since 2006-2007 Face The Promise Tour. Tickets can be purchased at the Gila River Arena box office or online at BobSeger.com, LiveNation.com, or Ticketmaster.com. Bob Seger fan club members will have special access to purchase tickets in advance. To become a member of the Bob Seger fan club or get more information, visit BobSeger.com.

Phoenix Symphony performing Handel’s Messiah

PHOENIX – Music Director Tito Muñoz is once again leading The Phoenix Symphony, its Chorus, and soloists as they perform Handel’s Messiah in churches and venues throughout the Valley. Joining Maestro Muñoz this year are Rod Gilfry and his daughter Carin. Rod is a Grammy-nominated baritone and a staple at the operas of the music capitals of the world, including the Metropolitan Opera and Royal Opera Covent Garden. Now a Christmastime staple, Handel’s massive oratorio is often thought of as some of the most majestic COMMUNITY NEWS cont. on pg. 5

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music ever conceived, with the “Halleluiah” chorus highlighting this special concert. The Phoenix Symphony will be performing The Messiah five times in December: Dec. 10, 7:30 p.m., Scottsdale Center for the Arts; Dec. 11, 7:30 p.m., private performance; Dec. 12, 7:30 p.m., Mesa Arts Center; Dec. 13, 7:30 p.m., Camelback Bible Church; and Dec. 14, 3 p.m., Pinnacle Presbyterian Church. Tickets start at $25; prices vary by venue. All tickets can be purchased by calling the box office at (602) 4951999 or online at www.phoenixsymphony.org.

Don’t Trash Arizona campaign raising awareness

PHOENIX – A recent survey of Maricopa County residents has revealed that the Don’t Trash Arizona campaign, sponsored by the Maricopa Association of Governments and the Arizona Department of Transportation, is inspiring litterers to make changes in the way they discard trash. Data collected as part of the survey indicated that over the past year, the target audience has become more aware of the Don’t Trash Arizona campaign, its anti-littering messaging, and the harmful effects litter has on the environment. The telephone survey, conducted by WestGroup Research, reaffirmed that primary litterers in the region continue to be males between the ages of 18 and 34. Throughout the past year, Don’t Trash Arizona has focused key messages toward this demographic, with the goal of increasing awareness and ultimately changing littering behavior. Twenty-five percent more men between the ages of 18 and 34 reported they had not littered in the past year, compared to a similar survey in 2013. In addition, the survey indicated a sharp increase (60 percent) in drivers who use an ashtray inside their vehicles to discard cigarette butts.

Overall, survey results demonstrated a significant, three-fold increase in awareness for the Don’t Trash Arizona campaign among those who have heard anti-litter related messaging. Besides demonstrating more awareness of the campaign, those in the target demographic appear to be changing their behaviors. The survey revealed that 39 percent of those in the target audience are littering less frequently while driving. Since 2006, combined with public relations efforts, the Don’t Trash Arizona Litter Prevention and Education program has achieved tens of millions of audience impressions. A full copy of the survey and key findings is available at www. DontTrashAZ.com. The site also includes information about littering, activities and resources for students and teachers, a page to report littering violations and other information.

Nativities of the World fundraiser, Nov. 29-30

CAVE CREEK – The Foothills Food Bank and Resource Center is sponsoring the fourth annual Nativities of the World fundraiser, Nov. 29, 10 a.m.-4 p.m. and Nov. 30, 12-3 p.m. The nativity scenes, which will be displayed at Desert Foothills Library, will be on loan from local community residents. In 2013, more than 100 nativity scenes created by artists from around the world were featured at the library. Additional nativities are being sought for the display. To loan one for the display, call Karen at (480) 4880423 or email KP.nativities. foodbank.az@aol.com. The Foothills Food Bank and Resource Center serves the communities of north Phoenix, north Scottsdale, Rio Verde, Cave Creek, Carefree, Desert Hills, New River, Anthem, northwest Phoenix, and Black Canyon City. For more information, see www.foothillsfoodbank.com.

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ARIZONA STATE LAND DEPARTMENT 1616 WEST ADAMS STREET PHOENIX, ARIZONA 85007 PUBLIC AUCTION SALE NO. 16-104095-00-001 PERPETUAL RIGHT OF WAY EASEMENT Pursuant to A.R.S. Title 37, notice is hereby given that the state of Arizona through its Arizona State Land Department (herein called ASLD), will sell at Public Auction to the highest and best bidder at 10:30 a.m. on Tuesday, December 9, 2014, at the Arizona State Land Department, 1616 W. Adams, Room 434B, Phoenix, Arizona, a perpetual right of way easement for the purpose of Amending Landscape Buffer to Public Road and Underground Utilities situated in Maricopa County to wit: TOWNSHIP 4 NORTH, RANGE 4 EAST, G&SRB&M, MARICOPA COUNTY, ARIZONA PARCEL: M&B THRU LOT 1; NESENE, SECTION 2. CONTAINING 0.46 ACRES, MORE OR LESS. BENEFICIARY: PERMANENT COMMON SCHOOLS For a complete legal description of the land, prospective bidders are advised to examine the right of way application file as well as all pertinent files of ASLD. Said right of way easement has been valued at $2,400.00 and consists of 0.46 acres, more or less. Additional requirements and conditions of this right of way are available and may be viewed at the Arizona State Land Department, 1616 West Adams Street, Phoenix, Arizona. The complete file associated with the described land is open to public inspection at the ASLD, 1616 West Adams Street, Phoenix, Arizona, from 8:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m., exclusive of holidays and weekends. Please direct any questions regarding this Public Auction to the Rights of Way Section of the Real Estate Division of ASLD at (602) 542-4098. This auction notice is available on the ASLD’s web site at www.azland.gov. Each potential bidder must show ASLD’s representative a cashier’s check made payable to the Arizona State Land Department in the amount specified under Terms of Sale Paragraph (A) below. TERMS OF SALE: (A) At the time of sale the successful bidder must pay the following by a cashier’s check: (1) The value of the right of way, which is $2,400.00; (2) A Selling and Administrative Fee of 3% of the value of the right of way, which is $72.00; (3) Reimbursable Estimated Advertising Fee, which is $2,500.00; (4) Reimbursable Appraisal Fee, which is $2,000.00. The total amount due at the time of sale is $6,972.00 (less $4,500.00 if the successful bidder is the applicant for a total amount due of $2,472.00). (B) Within 30 days after the auction date the successful bidder must pay the full balance of the amount bid for the right of way and pay a Selling and Administrative Fee of 3% of the purchase price for the right of way less the amount paid under (A) (2) above. (C) No Selling and Administrative Fee shall be collected by ASLD if the successful bidder at auction is the beneficiary of the land trust. (D) Within 30 days after the auction date the successful bidder shall be required to pay the actual legal advertising cost, less the amount paid under (A)(3) above. BIDDING INFORMATION: (A) The time of sale shall be deemed to be the time of declaration of the highest and best bidder. The bidding will begin at the total value of the right of way. A bid for less than the value of the right of way easement or by a party who has not inspected the right of way and/or the associated files and records of ASLD will not be considered. (B) All bidders must sign an affidavit stating that they have undertaken due diligence in preparation for the auction and that their representative is authorized to bid and bind the bidder. It is the bidder’s responsibility to research the records of local jurisdictions and public agencies regarding this property. (C) Pursuant to A.R.S. §37-240.B, the successful bidder must be authorized to transact business in the state of Arizona no later than three (3) business days after the auction. The successful bidder must sign an affidavit stating it is the successful bidder and sign a Certification Statement pursuant to A.R.S. Title 37 and the Rules of ASLD. (D) If the successful bidder fails to complete the payment as stated in the auction notice together with the additional required fees within 30 days from the auction date, all amounts paid at the time of auction by the successful bidder will be forfeited. (E) In the event of forfeiture, the ASLD Commissioner may declare that the bid placed before the final bid accepted is the highest bid, and that the bidder has five (5) days after notification by ASLD to pay by cashier’s check all amounts due. GENERAL INFORMATION: The ASLD may cancel this auction in whole or in part at any time prior to the acceptance of a final bid. 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Foothills Food Bank offering holiday meals CAVE CREEK – Every year, the Foothills Food Bank helps make the holidays brighter for families in need. For Thanksgiving, the food bank will be giving clients turkeys and items for side dishes or gift cards to purchase a meal. These items can include stuffing mix, boxed potatoes, canned vegetables, cranberry sauce, and dessert items. The Foothills Food Bank welcomes the community’s help in sharing the bounties of Thanksgiving. Monetary donations to help cover the costs of the meals would be greatly appreciated.

Non-perishable food items are always welcome donations, as well. The food bank’s November wish list includes pasta sauce, peanut butter, jelly, tuna, canned soup, canned vegetables, canned pasta, sugar, coffee, powdered milk, and condiments. Toiletries, soap, shampoo, and diapers are also needed. Another way the Foothills Food Bank is brightening the holidays this year is through Adopt A Family. Donors receive a wish list for a local family who can’t afford gifts this year. Donors spend what they are able to help bright-

en the holidays for families in the community. Gifts need to be purchased, wrapped, and delivered to the Holland Community Center Dec. 8-12. For more details on this, see www.foothillsfoodbank.com/2014/09/ adopt-a-family. For more information on the Foothills Food Bank, call (480) 488-1145 or see www.foothillsfoodbank. com. Hours of operation are Monday-Wednesday 9 a.m.-3 p.m. and Thursday-Friday 10 a.m.-4 p.m. The food bank is located at 6038 E. Hidden Valley Drive, in Cave Creek.

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NORTH VALLEY – Holiday season is just kicking off – as the weather begins to cool down, and extended family comes into town, you may be worried about the customary guilt that comes with indulging this time of year – but sources say hold that thought. Mary Anne Kelaghan, a registered dietitian at Scottsdale Healthcare’s Shea Campus, believes that moderation any time of year is the key to success – and she’s had twenty years of experience at the facility. “I believe in moderation – most days an individual should try to eat as healthily as possible, but limiting yourself also has consequences,” she said. Professor Devina Bajaj, FSC, whose work at Arizona State University centers on the psychology of eating, agrees. “My strategy has never been to completely give up everything – there are a lot of people who go on diets where they say for example that they’re not going to eat candy, and it’s just not possible – psychologically nobody is going to do that,” Dr. Bajaj said, when asked about the importance of

keeping up one’s health regimen over the holidays. “The important thing is portion control – eat everything, but in smaller portions – the more you tell yourself you cannot have something, the more you’ll crave it,” she continued. Bajaj is overseeing a study in which college students are tasked with kicking unhealthy habits: “not eating enough fruits and vegetables, drinking enough water, or getting enough exercise – to see if changing these habits slowly can lead to longer term changes.” She said. Many were worried about sticking to their health plans over the holidays, but Bajaj is hoping to assuage those fears. “Our coaches are encouraging them to stick to their goals over Thanksgiving, but I’m telling them that it’s also important that subjects eat what they want, but in smaller amounts,” she said. Bajaj herself is a testament that a little change can go a long way. “I lost 33 pounds over six months, and I did that with just a few small changes to my diet, and small goals – instead of saying I’m not going to eat any pie over Thanksgiving, I’ll tell myself I’ll just have a small

piece of pie – and it really does make a difference,” she said. Simple and small seems to be the name of the game, but going overboard can be a problem. Kelaghan revealed that she and other staff at Scottsdale Healthcare often see people having issues directly related to poor holiday diets. “This is especially a problem for diabetics. They’ll over-indulge over the holidays and then come into hospital having complications with their blood sugar levels,” she said. And while you may think exercise especially would take a back seat to merriment, that’s not the case at the Mountainside Fitness off of Carefree Highway. “Most of our members stay with us year round, we don’t really have the fluctuations that some gyms have,” Mario Arce, a district manager with the company, said. If you’re thinking of making good on that upcoming New Year’s resolution by getting more active, Mountainside may be the place. “We welcome anybody who’s seeking to change themselves in that way, and the first quarter of the year is definitely one of the busiest,” he said.

Swiftech Liquidators offering closeout deals ANTHEM – Does your home need a little TLC before the holidays? Swiftech Liquidators can help. Self-described as the “closeout specialists,” Swiftech specializes in home repair and home care products – just the thing to brighten up the house before holiday guests start visiting. “We buy overstocks and closeouts from distributors and manufacturers,” said Lee Bernier, who owns Swiftech with his son Aaron. He added that the store is able to buy brand name products in bulk from the manufacturers, saving money in the process. “We

pass the savings on to the customer,” Bernier said. Bernier and his son have owned Swiftech for two years. Last March, they moved the store to a new location on the west side of Anthem, near The Tennessee Grill. Swiftech sees many customers searching for home improvement items, as well as contractors who also shop the discounted brand name merchandise. The 5,000 sq. ft. store sells a variety of items; Swiftech’s core products include ceiling fans and light fixtures. The store also sells bathroom fixtures, including bathtubs and vanities. Home care items,

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Around the Bluhmin’ Town: Surf’s Up!

J u dy B lu h m

I am a surfer. Alright, I should clarify: I have surfed. Yes, Dear Readers, I caught one wave, hung ten, and went on the long board. In other words, I spent a couple of days in La Jolla and have figured out the art of paddle, wait, stand, and pray. Oh yea, and I got to wear a wet suit. Which, in my opinion, is the ultimate spandex “outfit” that makes everyone look fabulous. I was walking on the beach and a woman in her mid-fifties had a little sign that said: “Surfing lessons for women only.” I stopped to chat. Her name, Bella Splash, intrigued me. She was wearing a bikini, charged $40 for an hour lesson, and had several surf boards and wet suits to choose from. I have surfed over the past twenty years, mostly with grandsons who ended up mastering the sport. But I usually paddle out, stand up, and fall off the board. I never took a lesson. What did I have to lose? (Except my life). It all started when my husband Doug signed up for kayaking. Going with a group from La Jolla Shores, they paddle out to underground caves. He asked if I wanted to go with him. No! After thirtyfive years together I think me sitting in the back of a kayak

and trying to synchronize my movements (paddle right – no left) is not my idea of harmony. In fact, the kayak company says that many a couple has bopped each other on the head with their oars because they cannot paddle in unison. So that is the dirty little secret on why kayak companies make you wear helmets. Because spouses are knocking each other on the head! Ouch. Getting back to my surf instructor Bella Splash it seems she lived most of her life in Des Moines, happily married to a doctor till she found out he was having an affair with his office nurse. So the former Betty Brown did something amazing. She left Des Moines, went to a beach, learned to surf, changed her name, and now teaches surfing and yoga to “empower” women. Evidently she thought I needed a lot of empowering, because she spent two hours with me for her usual hourly rate. I must say again that I did find the wet suit the best thing I have ever put on. Cellulite? Covered! Bulges? Gone! Nothing like a sleek, black spandex suit to make you feel wonderful! Bella showed me how to stand on the board. She says most woman fall forward. Standing, balance, and “being centered” is evidently everything. Oh, and catching the “right wave” is crucial. Not powerful enough and you do not get the right “send off.” Too big and you will certainly crash. Bella said since it “takes years” to pick the right wave, just follow her lead. Okay, I can do this. Out we go. Lots of surfer guys were huddled around. Just waiting and talking about current affairs. ISIS, Ebola, stock market, football, all things to consider. I tried to make conversation and asked if anyone was afraid of sharks. That went over like a lead balloon. I guess it would be like asking a group of people at a

bar if they ever worried about cirrhosis of the liver. Not good! I quickly changed the subject. Oh, before I ever entered the water, Bella had me stand on the board. Lay, kneel, and stand. We went through that drill dozens of times. Hmm, I have not taken the technique seriously! No, a woman named Bella talked me through the correct posture. Where you stand up on the board is important. How you place your feet is key. She was a wealth of knowledge and could not stop talking. She said if I catch “one good wave,” I will experience the “ultimate” in freedom. Gliding on a wave, no other thoughts but the present moment, pure joy, and exhilaration, is what she was selling. Okay, I was skeptical. And then it happened. Bella shouted, “This is the one!” And all of a sudden we were paddling back towards shore as a giant wave came rushing in. A small miracle occurred that day. I paddled, got on my knees and with a woman named Bella yelling “Now!” I stood up, riding on the top of a shimmering wall of water. For one blessed minute, I “became” a surfer. No worries, spray of water, glimmering beach, blue ocean below, and flying on the edge of a wave heading into shore for a smooth landing is about as good as it gets. I left the beach pondering “Bella’s Rules” (for surfing or life?). Choose the right wave wisely. Once you do, commit. Keep moving forward. Don’t look back. Stand tall, chin up. Don’t be afraid. Never let age stop you. Embrace the moment. Feel the joy. Seize the day. Enjoy the ride. Best part? No helmets required. Judy Bluhm is a writer and a local realtor who lives in the Anthem area. Have a comment or a story? Email Judy at judy@judybluhm.com.

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Movie Review Dir: Alejandro González Iñárritu Starring: Michael Keaton, Naomi Watts, Emma Stone, Edward Norton, Zack Galifianakis, Andrea Riseborough, and Amy Ryan

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Alejandro González Iñárritu’s body of work can easily be described as serious and downtrodden but also in moments exceptional and striking. From his first impressive feature “Amores Perros” into further serious and grim pieces “21 Grams” and “Babel,” Iñárritu is always commenting on something. “Birdman or (The Unexpected Virtue of Ignorance),” the most pleasurable of his catalog, discusses the meanings of art, the trappings of celebrity, and the power of performance through stunningly composed techniques, lovingly and confidently guided by Iñárritu. Riggan Thomas (Michael Keaton) portrayed an iconic superhero known as Birdman; he was successful and beloved by fans. However, Riggan turned down the opportunity to continue the franchise, which grew to greater success, and he is now a washed up actor in desperate need for success and continued relevance. Riggan is the writer, director, and star of a play, a Raymond Carver story called “What We Talk About When We Talk About Love,” that is nearing its opening night. Things are falling apart, Riggan is in debt, ridiculed by his recently rehabbed daughter (Emma Stone), and overshadowed by a Broadway star (Edward Norton) who takes an open role in the play. But most obvious, Riggan is tormented by self-doubt and the weight of his stress. Will this show save his career or permanently bury his celebrity?

“Birdman” is a movie where everything flows together seamlessly. The cinematography makes the film feel like one continuous shot without being distracting or frustrating to follow. The long takes are meticulously paced out and rehearsed, some lasting near ten minutes in length. They are technically impressive and completely immersing, bringing the viewer into the labyrinth of the back stage theater and in the most pertinent aspect making the viewer companion to Riggan’s slowly unraveling mentality. The motion of the camera is mesmerizing, moving into and out of the different perspectives. Emmanuel Lubezki is the director of photography, and his skill behind the camera makes “Birdman” beautiful from frame to frame. The story accommodates the characters and the locations offer an authenticity for everything to exist harmoniously together. Watching the actors stroll around in the mazelike halls of the St. James Theater brings the story of the desperate and frantic characters to glorious realization. This is, simply put, Michael Keaton’s best perfor-

mance. From the first moment of screen time, his performance only continues to soar. Riggan is haunted by his past, present, and future. He is a man looking to change an identity of regret but also desperately trying to remain relevant. There is an interesting portrayal of this theme that Iñárritu utilizes to display Riggan’s growing detachment. In his dressing room is a picture of his Birdman persona hanging on the wall; it talks to him squarely pointing out failures with forceful criticism. On the opposite wall is his vanity, brightly and beamingly exaggerating every day of growing age and compounded regret. Emma Stone is sublime as Riggan’s daughter Sam. She has a monologue that shifts from pity, to anger, to self-loathing, finally ending with sorrow. In one short scene she defines her entire character. Edward Norton is always interesting; here he is perfectly cast as the egotistical Broadway prodigy whose arrogant method approaches and consummate dedication to the art of the theater overshadow Riggan’s worth as director, writer, and lead actor. “Birdman” is a brilliant film filled with intricacy and idiosyncrasy. The cast is fantastic, especially Michael Keaton in a career performance. Even in the small moments when the narrative becomes knowingly pretentious and the techniques border on overuse, it never stops being fascinating to watch, a testament to the skilled guidance by director Alejandro González Iñárritu.

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City of Phoenix selects new Fire Chief Wildlife Center holding open house, Nov. 22-23 PHOENIX – After a departments under her leadership,” said Mayor Greg Stannational search process, Phoenix native Kara Kalkbrenner has been selected as the city of Phoenix Fire Chief. Kalkbrenner began her career as a Phoenix Firefighter in 1985. She promoted through the ranks of Fire Engineer, Fire Captain, Division Chief, Deputy Chief, Assistant Chief, and Executive Assistant Chief. “For over 15 years, Kara worked in Emergency Response as a front-line firefighter, so she knows exactly what it’s like to serve in all areas of the organization,” said City Manager Ed Zuercher. “Her experience and commitment to quality fire service and the community make her the ideal choice for Phoenix Fire Chief,” he added. Kara is Phoenix’s first female fire chief and joins only two other big-city female fire chiefs with more than 40 fire stations and more than 1,000 members: San Francisco and Austin. Phoenix operates 58 fire stations with 1,948 members. “Phoenix Fire is in good hands and will continue to be one of the nation’s best

ton. “She grew up in Phoenix, worked her way through the ranks and personifies the excellence we’ve come to expect from the department.” Kalkbrenner received praise from the members of the Phoenix Council. “We’re proud to have one of Phoenix’s own as the new fire chief,” said Councilman Michael Nowakowski, chairman of the city council’s Public Safety and Veterans Subcommittee. “Chief Kalkbrenner has served the city with distinction for decades and it’s yet another reminder that Phoenix produces some of the best public servants in the nation.” “I extend heartfelt congratulations to Kara Kalkbrenner on her historic appointment as Phoenix’s first female fire chief,” Councilwoman Kate Gallego said. “With her decades of budget and management expertise, she’s poised to lead the Phoenix Fire Department with distinction and to carry on the tradition of professionalism, dedication, and commitment our firefighters bring to the

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but in instances where an animal cannot be rereleased, the center may use them as educational wildlife ambassador. It is operated with a small budget from the Heritage Fund, a voter-passed initiative that provides for wildlife conservation and education through Arizona lottery ticket sales, and operated by the Game and Fish Department with help from the Adobe Mountain Wildlife Auxiliary. The center depends on public support to care for the vast number of animals that come through its doors. Donations of paper towels, plastic storage bags, Dawn dish soap, laundry bleach, trash bags, gift cards to grocery and hardware stores, game meat, and funds are always welcomed. The wildlife center is located north of Pinnacle Peak Road just west of I-17 in Phoenix. It is on the same property as the Adobe Mountain School. Officers and volunteers will be giving directions for parking once at the facility. Admission and parking for the open house are free, and food will be available for purchase. For more information about the Adobe Mountain Wildlife Center, go online to www.azgfd.gov/wildlifecenter.

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Stu Braks: Finding the space between beats S hea Sta nf i e l d

CAVE CREEK – “We dance to the rhythm of the cosmos before we’re born in our mother’s heartbeat. Those ceaseless oceanic rhythms sustain us throughout our earthly existence. When we die, we simply enter into the silence between beats, the source and defining element of all music…the universal language of the drum. When a drummer becomes one with the drum, this cosmic communication becomes intelligible to all.” Will Clipman, drummer and award winning recording artist Local artist Stu Braks has spent his life listening to the silence between beats, which has carried him full circle in his art and career. As a child, Stu created his own cartoon characters, including them in elaborately hand-drawn comic strips. Armed with a pencil and paper, Stu was determined to follow in the footsteps of his art heroes, Norman Rockwell, Walt Disney, and Mort Drucker of Mad Magazine fame. But Stu’s imagination would take an intriguing detour as his life and times became engulfed in the emerging age of technology. By the time Stu entered college, he was firmly positioned for his left-brain talents in the fields of technology and engineering. He received his bachelor’s degree in Business from Franklin Pierce University and began a 30-year career that swept him and his family from New England to Silicon Valley and finally to Cave Creek/Carefree in 2004. Weary of the long, tiring commutes and time away from his family, Stu decided to make a career change requiring a leap of faith “back to his future,” stepping off the corporate fast

track. In 2011, Stu became a full time artist and founded StuARTdrums. Here, Stu combines his love of drawing/ painting with his love of music and drumming. Stu realized he would be able to blend his music and art elements with his fascination of the Native American Indian culture. He went to work perfecting the technique of building Native style hoop drums while working part-time at the Heard Museum’s Scottsdale branch before it closed in 2013. He gained invaluable experience and insights in the nature of the “circle” and “4 directions” significance in Native American spirituality. He incorporates these concepts into his “round art” drums. Stu’s specialty is painting poignant faces, currently focusing on two series: (1) American Indian portraits and (2) famous Cultural Icons. He uses acrylics to paint his subjects both on canvas and on his handmade hoop drums. Stu finds that to capture the dignity, character, emotion, and spirit of the individuals he paints, there must be a psychic connection to his subject. His meticulously detailed drawing and painting technique is often mistaken for photographs by observers. Stu will share with you he especially enjoys the look of weathered faces: “Every wrinkle tells a story.” In contrast, he also enjoys paint-

ing children as well, carefully representing their quiet innocence and the look of wonder in their eyes, listening to the silence between the beats. Today, Stu Braks is an award-winning artist and drum-maker. His awards include 1st place at the 2013 Phippen Museum of Western Art Show in Prescott, along with his 3rd place win in 2012. He has the honor of being the Sonoran Arts League’s 2012 Artist of the year and has accumulated several ribbons from the Glendale Arts Council and the AZ State Fair Fine Art completions. Stu is hosting, for the third year, studio #3, Spur Cross Studios, during the annual Hidden in the Hills Studio Tour the last two weekends in November. To see a selection of Stu Braks’ work, see www. StuARTdrums.com or www. Facebook.com/StuARTdrums or www.YouTube.com/user/ StuBraks. To contact Stu with questions or orders, e-mail him at stu@stuartdrums.com or call (480) 285-4718. Work can be purchased directly from his Web site. Stu also takes consignments and special orders, as well as drum repairs. Contact Arts Columnist Shea Stanfield at flowingquill@yahoo.com.

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ANTHEM – The community honored veterans of the Vietnam War, World War II, and other wars at a Veterans Day ceremony at the Anthem Veterans Memorial. Over 800 veterans, residents, and guests attended this year’s Veterans Day ceremony. Presented by the Anthem Community Council, Anthem Veterans Memorial Support Team, and hosted by the Daisy Mountain Veterans, this year’s ceremony particularly honored Vietnam War veterans. This year marks 50 years since the beginning of the Vietnam conflict. Prior to the ceremony, WWII women veterans were honored with pavers commemorating their service. Keynote addresses by Army Vietnam War combat veterans Jim Oliveri and Tom Francis reminded attendees of the many sacrifices veterans made in that war. Oliveri, who was deployed in the early stages of the war, remembered, “I was in the dreaded A Shau Valley for several months during the summer of 1964. The A Shau was truly the most primeval place I have ever seen. Angry black clouds would boil up around midday, and violent thunderstorms punctuated by wild flashes of lightning would then sweep rapidly down the valley. It was eerie, almost supernatural in nature.” He continued that is was in A Shau that Sergeant Patience had graciously offered him to stay in his bunk while he went on patrol. Special Forces Sergeant Bill Patience was killed that

day by a sniper’s bullet. All the men “were reduced to tears” at the loss of their friend. Tom Francis, US Army Special Forces, was deployed to Vietnam during the later years. Just shy of his 22nd birthday, he remembered, “After 34 days at sea, we landed. I remember going over the side of the troop ship, scrambling down the cargo nets in full combat gear, dropping into a Navy Landing Craft which then sped away, the front gate dropping as that craft hit the shore, wide-eyed young soldiers with weapons at the ready spilling out at a full run and hitting the beach…. having no earthly idea what

might lie ahead.” Francis was in Vietnam continuously for four years, where he received a Bronze Star and Purple Heart. The ceremony music was provided by 90 members of the Diamond Canyon School Choir under the direction of Caroline Kaupa. The National Anthem was sung by Mary Sue Hyatt of North Valley Arts Council. Tim Fyke, Council president, presented U.S. Army Lt. Colonel (Retired) Ray Norris the Veteran Service Award for outstanding service the community. The Sandra Day O’Connor Jr. AFROTC assisted throughout the ceremony. Mike Spinelli Photo

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Longfellow noted that Spectrum is “very aware of Merrill Gardens going in.” He called Merrill Gardens a “great operator for Anthem” and added that Spectrum feels that “there is more than enough room for Merrill Gardens and us.” “We’re very conservative with our demographic analysis,” Longfellow said, noting that Spectrum facilities’ occupancy rate is over 97 percent. The Spectrum facility is reported to be similar in elevation to houses on Venture Drive. The facility site is just south of the Anthem Civic Building, west of the Safeway Plaza, and north of the Paseo homes. One section of the building will be three stories high; the three-story section is closer to Anthem Way than to homes. “The lower elevation is intentionally closer to houses,” Longfellow said. Some of the meeting attendees objected to the three-story section of the building. Longfellow noted that there are nearby office buildings that are three stories and that the extra space is needed due to the size of the site. Longfellow also noted that the Anthem

Pictured is the location of the proposed Spectrum Retirement facility on Venture Drive.

Community Council has commented that they want more of the building to be only two stories. “We’re trying to get a feel for how that will work,” Longfellow said. While the Council has discussed lowering the building height, three-story buildings do meet Anthem guidelines. “The height meets Anthem guidelines,” said Rona Reznick, Business Services & Code Specialist for the Anthem Community Council. She added that they had “made sure that was correct when we first talked about this.” “It is within the guidelines and

the restrictions for Maricopa County,” Reznick added. The facility would include 156 units. It would hold similarities to other Spectrum facilities, including one at Loop 101 and Union Hills Drive. Longfellow specified that 40 percent of Spectrum facilities is amenity space. The amenities planned for the Spectrum building include multiple dining rooms, a bistro, beauty salons, a theater, multiple game rooms, multiple parlors and sitting areas, a pool, and three courtyards. Lush landscaping and several gardens are planned.

If approved, Spectrum plans to begin construction as soon as possible. Longfellow designated that if everything was approved, they could be “turning a shovel” in about a year. The overall construction period would be about 15 months. Reznick reported that there will be another meeting to discuss the Spectrum project plans and the potential approvals. This meeting date has not yet been set. For more information on Spectrum facilities, see www.spectrumretirement.com.

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Finding a way to save those who save others E l i z a b eth M ed o r a

NORTH VALLEY – A stressful job will take its toll on anyone. For firefighters, a day on the job could mean being called to the scene of a child drowning, a horrific car accident, a deadly fire. That kind of trauma, year in and year out, takes a tremendous toll on firefighters and EMTs. Chicago firefighter Captain Jeff Dill, founder of the Firefighter Behavioral Health Alliance, is trying to raise awareness of the mental health issues

firefighters and EMTs face. The Firefighter Behavioral Health Alliance is the only organization in the country that tracks and validates firefighter and EMT suicides. So far this year, 67 firefighters and EMTs have taken their own lives – and those are only the figures of the fire departments that are aware of and reporting to the Health Alliance. Suicide always leaves those left behind wondering why, what went wrong, what could have been done to change this tragic outcome. When someone who has dedicated their life to sav-

ing others commits suicide, it brings to the forefront what we as a community can do to better support our firefighters and EMTs who do so much for us. Captain Dill offers ‘Saving Those Who Save Others’ workshops at fire stations throughout the U.S. and Canada to discuss overall behavioral health. In 2009, Dill, a licensed counselor, founded Counseling Services for Fire Fighters to help connect these first responders with counselors trained to help understand their needs and their work background. “When we look for

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could we have done?” Firefighter suicide isn’t a problem that just affects one area or department. It has been a tragic issue for the greater Phoenix region. Daisy Mountain Fire Department Deputy Chief Dennis Tyrrell reported that there have been multiple firefighter suicides in the Phoenix area in the past few years. Tyrrell, who holds a master’s degree in professional counseling, noted that it is vital to raise awareness of this issue. “We’ve recognized the problem,” Tyrrell said. He added that Dill’s organization is the first to track firefighter suicides. Both Dill and Tyrrell agree that firefighter retirees are at high risk for mental health issues. Dill noted that his

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Daisy Mountain and any other fire department, are welcome to attend the workshop. Family members of firefighters and EMTs are also welcome – the workshop will help raise awareness of warning signs of depression. “Warning signs can be so subtle,” Dill said. “That’s the number one issue fire chiefs tell me (after a crew member commits suicide). They didn’t recognize that those were signs and symptoms.” Dill noted that when a firefighter is lost to an accident, it’s “tragic, but we understand it.” Suicide always leaves the lingering questions of “what did we miss, what

foundation has been tracking retired firefighters as well as active-duty. “What we’re learning is that once they retire, is they have an emotional disconnection, and they’re lost,” Dill said. He added that he is working on a new workshop that focuses specifically on retirement. Tyrrell agreed with this assessment, noting how great of a role firefighting holds in the identity of firefighters and how no longer being part of the crew can affect retirees.

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“This job is very adrenaline-driven,” Tyrrell said. Tyrrell noted how hard it can be retirees who are no longer “doing what they’re trained to do.” Retirees lose being part of a lifesaving crew, changing the focus of their lives. The Firefighter Behavioral Health Alliance is national; efforts are underway to establish an Arizona chapter. Tyrrell emphasized the importance of making mental health counseling a priority, discussing the way the job leaves an imprint on firefighters. Using the example of being called out to a child drowning, Tyrrell stressed that firefighters can’t “build an immunity” to

that kind of trauma. Tyrrell noted that Daisy Mountain has specific resources for firefighters and EMTs who need help. “Daisy Mountain offers employee assistance program, avail-

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truly does affect an entire family.” Tyrrell is assembling a list of mental health providers, therapists, and psychiatrists for referrals for anyone who calls asking for help. Captain Dill also offers referrals to anyone who calls him looking for help. He welcomes firefighters and EMTs to reach out to him. Dill hopes to raise “awareness for our brothers and sisters” through his foundation’s work. Saving the people who put their lives on the line to save others has to be of the utmost priority for our community. To sign up for the ‘Saving Those Who Save Others’ workshop, see www.ffbha.org. For more information on the Firefighter Behavioral Health Alliance, see www.ffbha.org or call (847) 209-8208.

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One of the main projects of the Kiwanis Club is providing scholarships to students. The Club offers a variety of scholarship opportunities to students in the Cave Creek Unified School District area, including homeschooled students. Kiwanis of Carefree also funds numerous other community activities and groups. The Kiwanis Club had been in need of a bigger

venue for their flea market sales for years. The sales generated funds for the Club, and it was clear that a thrift store would do well in the community. Toby Payne, a 14-year Kiwanis volunteer, said flea market sales “kept getting bigger and bigger and bigger. People came in from Apache Junction and Tucson to shop.” Thanks to donations, the Club was able to buy a building to turn into a thrift store. The store opened its doors in August.

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“It’s doing very well,” Payne reported, noting that the goal of all sales is to “raise funds for the kids.” Dave Bell, Chair of the Marketplace Committee, called the store space “just perfect for us.” The Club had been looking to purchase a different building, but when the Cave Creek storefront went on the market, it was evident that it was the right choice for the thrift store. Bell referred to both the timing and the fact that the purchase price perfectly matched what the Kiwanis Club had raised as “divine intervention.” “We got blessed,” Bell said. “It all fell into place.” Donations of items to sell are warmly welcomed. The Club also helps clean out old houses that need to be put on the market and will haul away furniture and other items. The Kiwanis Marketplace is open Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, and Saturday, 9 a.m.-1 p.m. For more information, call (480) 488-8400.

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SCOTTSDALE – The Foothills Community Foundation Partners in Education program recently awarded designated $17,200 to seven Teacher Vision Grant recipients. These grants enable schools in the Cave Creek Unified School

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in the funding of two of the grants and provided $1,000 to be used for scholarships for the Cactus Shadows High School Science Club. For more information on the Foothills Community Foundation’s programs, visit www.azfcf. org or call (480) 488-1090.

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TEMPE – In a season marked by injuries and the loss of a key player to suspension, Arizona Cardinals head coach Bruce Arians has preached “next man up” as the team has raced to an 8-1 start. With quarterback Carson Palmer lost for the season after suffering a torn ACL in his left knee, Arians’ philosophy faces its greatest test yet with backup Drew Stanton lining up under center. “Every guy in that room knows he’ll be ultimately prepared and very capable,” Arians said Monday. Stanton has already gone 2-1 as a starter when Palmer went down wth a shoulder injury. With the Cardinals trailing the St. Louis Rams 1410 Sunday, Stanton threw a 48-yard go-ahead touchdown to rookie wide receiver John Brown on just his third pass of the game and Arizona won 3114. Arians said Stanton has proven his ability to win. “Everyone in the locker room has a lot of confidence in Drew, and you all should too by now,” Arians said. And Stanton said he’s ready to take the team the rest of the way. “Because of the circumstances it’s a little bit different this time around, but as far as my preparation goes, that doesn’t change,” he said. It’s been a long road to this point for the 30-yearold Stanton. A second-round draft pick by the Detroit Lions in 2007, Stanton was never able to lock up the starting job, starting just four games in four years. Arians and Stanton first worked together with the Indianapolis Colts in 2012, with Stanton backing up Andrew Luck after taking first-team snaps in offseason organized team activities. Stanton credits the partnership with helping to turn his NFL career around.

Backup-turned-starting quarterback Drew Stanton already has a 2-1 record filling in for Carson Palmer as well as leading the Arizona Cardinals to a come-frombehind win over the St. Louis Rams. Cronkite News Photo by Stephen Hamway

“Those reps were invaluable to me, because I’d never gotten those reps,” Stanton said. “For me to be able to see the offense unfold before my eyes, you can’t replace that.” For his part, Arians said he saw enough from Stanton that he brought him to Arizona when he took the head coaching position in 2013. “I just loved the way he prepared,” Arians said. Stanton said that in addition to his tumultuous week on the field he and his wife, Kirsten, are expecting a child who was due last Wednesday. “We’re still on pins and needles,” he said. “When the baby’s ready to come out, it’ll come out, as stubborn as it’s being right now.” While the team’s goal of becoming the first to play in a Super Bowl in its home stadium got more onerous with the loss of Palmer, there is precedent for success with a backup quarterback. Four teams have made the Super Bowl with a quarterback who was not their starter going into the season since 2000, with the Colin Kaepernick and the 2012 49ers being the most recent occurrence. “One of the best assets of this team is that we don’t look ahead, we don’t look behind,” Stanton said. “We can sit there and feel sorry for ourselves if we want to, but no one else is going to.”

One of Stanton’s biggest advocates is Palmer, the man he’s replacing in the huddle. “I’m going to do everything I can in the quarterback room to help Drew out,” Palmer said. “You want to help, but you don’t want to get in the way.” For all of his confidence in Stanton’s abilities, Arians added that there was one particular facet of his game that he would have to improve: avoiding big hits while on the move. “We’re going to have to get him to slide a little better,” he said. The Cardinals have lost five starters on a defense that was ranked sixth in the league in yards allowed in 2013. Inside linebackers Daryl Washington and Karlos Dansby were lost to suspension and free agency, respectively, and defensive ends Darnell Dockett and Matt Shaughnessy as well as outside linebacker John Abraham were put on injured reserve earlier this season. Arians said the loss of the Cardinals’ starting quarterback is just one more test for a team that has dealt with plenty this season. “It’s another bump in the road, and it’s been a bumpy road,” Arians said. “I’d like to get the potholes fixed. But nothing’s changed as far as our goals or anyone’s attitude.”

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Horseshoe Trails Elementary received: 4 iPads plus fiction and non-fiction books to guide science inquiry 5 iPads Desert Willow Elementary received: $2,500 Science Lab Equipment Grant Black Mountain Elementary received: 5 iPads Lone Mountain Elementary received: $2,500 Grant for Chromebooks Five iPads were also given out for district-wide use by speech/language therapy students.

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