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Local WWII veteran to attend VE-70 Day in London By Shanana “Rain” BearCat Quartzsite, AZ - Long time resident Elmer London has been invited by The Royal British Legion to participate in commemorative events marking the 70th anniversary of Victory in Europe (VE) Day, May 8th thru 10th, 2015. Victory in Europe Day, generally known as V-E Day, VE Day, or simply V Day was the public holiday celebrated on 8 May 1945 (7 May in Commonwealth realms) to mark the formal acceptance by the Allies of World War II of Nazi Germany’s unconditional surrender of its armed forces.
London served his combat duty in England for 8 months as a Staff Sergeant in the Army Air Force as Engineer Gunner. London was chosen to be a representative of the United States, one of the Allied nations and Commonwealth countries that fought alongside Britain. Through the efforts of his grandson, who lives in London, the UK government is making the contribution towards the cost of going to London for the VE 70 commemorations. SEE LONDON PAGE 10 ����� | S������ R��� B���C�� ��
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Local youth “Turn up the music” during Young Americans workshop Blythe, CA - Quartzsite & Eherenberg youth participated in a three-day Music Outreach Worshop April 17-19, 2015 at Palo Verde College in Blythe, concluding with a spectacular show for the community. The Young Americans (YA) is a non-profit educational, performance institute that was founded in 1962 by successful Hollywood music composer Milton C. Anderson. Anderson’s philosophy remains unchanged today, “To provide talented young student performers with educa-
tion in music, dance, performing arts and teaching. Then support these members as they teach and inspire younger students throughout the world.” This world-renowned performance group with a cast of 40 Young Americans helped over 100 youngsters enjoy a memorable workshop containing three days of singing, vocal technique, dancing, stage presence, microphone usage and many other technical aspects of performing. Parents are hoping to bring the YA workshop to Quartzsite next year.
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Tyson Wells sponsors board game to benefit Business Chamber by Joanne Winer Last fall, Kym Scott from Tyson Wells asked the Business Chamber to come to his office for a meeting that he stated would be to discuss the idea for a benefit for the Business Chamber. The idea was to produce a new version of the Quartzsiteopoly game, which had been done many years ago and was very popular and helped raise funds for the school PTA at the time.
Kym Scott plans to send it in for production very soon, and it will be ready for sale and distribution by this fall before the busy winter season.
The local sponsors include--Main St. Eatery, Crazy Jerry’s Pizza, Reader’s This new version that Kym Scott Oasis Books, suggested would be just like the Desert Messenger, Monopoly game as well, but would Scenic Roads RV Park, have more updated features and Beer Belly’s, Shady Lane the game pieces would be more RV Park, Town of Quartzsite, like what is known in this area-Main St. Trading Post, Mountain for example, there will be a camel Quail Café, Main Event, Hardie’s game piece, a prospector, cactus, Beads and Jewelry, KB Tools, Cacetc. All the spaces on the board have been sponsored by local busi- tus Curlers, La Paz Regional Hosnesses and organizations, and the pital, VFW Post 769, RV Lifestyles, response has been so great that Tyson Wells, Sweet Darlene’s only one piece is left for sale--a Restaurant, Quartzsite Fire Dept., space for $525. RV Pit Stop, Q-Check 76 Station,
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County food handler classes set La Paz County Health Department released the schedule for Food Handler Classes planned through January, 2016. All classes in Quartzsite are on Wednesdays, but the times change and all classes are at the Quartzsite Senior Center, 40 Moon Mountain Rd., Quartzsite. Food Handler cards are required for every person who handles or prepares food, and/or handles the food utensils and equipment, including dish washing. The cost is $15.00 per year and the card must be posted inside the food unit. Cards must be obtained prior to opening. Food handlers without cards, working in food establishment, will be asked to leave and a re-inspection will take place (with accompanying re-inspection fee of $100.00) to insure that all food handlers have their cards. Video is available at the Parker Office - Walk Ins are Welcome! Food Handler Cards are also available at La Paz County Health Department, 1112 Joshua Ave Parker #206 Parker, Monday and Wednesday from 7:00am until 4:00pm. The office is closed on Friday. If you need a Spanish video and test, please contact the Health Department at 928-669-1100. • May 13th 10am only one class • September 23rd 10am and 2pm • October 14th
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Annual Service week Seeking blood donors Hello all of you who will be braving the summer again this year or for the first time. The youth at the Quartzsite Alliance Church will be doing their annual week of service for the people of Quartzsite. For the past four years in June, the youth group at the Alliance Church spends a week doing work projects for people all over town. This is a free service that the teens provide, but there is just one catch, we need projects. If you have job around your house that needs to be done that needs a little extra help, let us know how we can be there for you. All you have to do is contact Pastor Jeremiah Holcombe at 928916-9571 to schedule a time. This year’s service week will be June 22nd-26th. Please give us a call so that we can help you and put these teens to work.
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Kyrshana heading off to college By Joanne Winer About 60 people showed up at the Main St. Eatery to bid a fond farewell to local student Kyrshana Guy.
so surprised to see everyone there applauding her as she walked in that her face was as red as her hair and everyone had a tear in their eye as she did not expect it at all.
Kyrshana had been working at the Eatery for several years, and everyone watched her grow up from a young teenager into a lovely young lady. She graduated from Salome High School this past year, and is planning to further her studies by studying Communications at the Arizona State College campus in Tucson this fall.
After everyone left her cards and gifts, and they all had a great snack of nibbles and cake and had left, the Lukkassons took Kyrshana for a special dinner at a fancy restaurant in Lake Havasu--she will be very sadly missed by her friends and family, and also by her customers at the restaurant who love her sweet smile and hard work.
The “best wishes” party was put together by Jerry and Michelle Lukkasson, owners of the Eatery where she has worked for years-they just love her and think of her as family, and wanted everyone to gather together who has known her all these years through her work at the restaurant to wish her well on her new venture. Kyrshana is a natural redhead, and was
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“Three things in human life are important: the first is to be kind; the second is to be kind; and the third is to be kind.” ~ Henry James Quartzsite is full of kind, loving people. You can find many of these folks connecting with each other through social media; especially meeting new friends in the Facebook group, “Quartzsite Chatter.” Started by Jenny Mills in the fall of 2013, the group has grown to almost 1700 members. If you haven’t joined, please do. The rules are simple: “Quartzsite Chatter is a friendly page to say what you want as long as no politics or religious quotes enter the subject! Sending prayers is one thing, posting random bible quotes will not be allowed. You can post just about anything so long as it’s not porno, insulting to the masses and does not get people too riled up! It’s a place to joke around, make fun of, post ideas, let us know your concerns of Qz, what the town could use and all sorts of
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what ever you want to share with others! Please no selling on Chatter.” It’s a great way to stay in touch while traveling or if staying year-round. Especially during the monsoon, which seems to be occuring earlier than usual. Folks have helped out strangers in a crisis, while making new friends. Another way folks can stay in touch is with Twitter. The Town of Quartzsite is preparing their social media presence to better inform the public on current events. Until then, to learn about Twitter and Facebook google “Facebook/ Twitter for beginners”. Then Like us at Facebook.com/DesertMessengerNews and Follow us at Twitter.com/QuartzsiteRain. Social media is part of our daily life now, so why not join the fun? Plus get the latest news and updates on what’s happening in Quartzsite area.
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Two NA Arts & Crafts shows set Parker, AZ - Native American Arts & Crafts Show & Sale will be held at the BlueWater Resort & Casino Conference Rooms on Saturday, May 9th & Sunday, May 24th. The show runs from 10am - 5pm on both days. The shows are presented by the Artisans of the Colorado River Indian Tribes (CRIT) of the Mohave, Chemehuevi, Hopi, Navajo. For more information contact CRIT at (520) 238-2969.
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We were travelling from Yuma on our way home to Canada, through Quartzsite on April 8/2015. We were a mile and half south of Quartzsite, on highway 95, where the road is busy and narrow with very little shoulder. This is where we got a flat tire. It was a dangerous situation as we were not right off the highway. As we were struggling to release the donut and figure out how to put the jack together a Quartzsite police officer arrived. He was heading south, did a u turn and used his car as blocker to protect us while we had to change the flat tire. The officer then proceeded to retrieve the donut tire from under the center of our van and change our flat tire, doing all the work himself. Talking to him he had only been an officer in Quartzsite for a couple of months, and had recently moved from Wisconsin. He had just finished a fourteen hour shift and was on his way home. He had us up and going in record time, (I think we would have been struggling for hours). Many thanks again to that officer. Unfortunately we can’t remember his name. Just wanted to share a very positive experience with the Quartzsite Police Dept. Sincerely, Lee Crowley and Donna Walker
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On April 17th -19th, local youth had an opportunity to participate in the Turn up the Music program with the Young Americans, thanks in part from several scholarships from Quartzsite businesses and community members. Over 3 days, the participants worked with members of the Young Americans cast on singing, dancing, song writing and improv
www.DesertMessenger.com before performing in a one hour show for members of the community. This is the second time the program has been hosted by Palo Verde College in Blythe, Ca. and this time almost 30 students from Quartzsite and the Quartzsite Elementary School District participated. The Young Americans were founded in 1962 as the first show choir by Milton C. Anderson. In 1992, “after witnessing the removal of music programs in our nation’s schools due to budget cuts, The Young Americans decided to create the National Music Outreach Tour. The goal of the tour- to bring music back into schools, opening doors of discovery for the musical talents of young people. Students spend 3 days learning to work together, to respect each other’s strengths and to discover their own potential- all through the universal language of music and dance.” In 2000 they began their first International tour, and currently have tours in the U.S. Europe, The U.K. and Ireland and Japan. The current “Turn up the Music” campaign has had over 750,000 students participate worldwide has made a commitment of $1,000,000.00 to fund arts programs in the communities they visit. On April 19th, they presented Palo Verde College with a check for $1090.00 for their programs. In addition, on April 17th, The Young Americans cast took time to do a one hour show at Ehrenberg Elementary School that was attended by all the students of both Quartzsite and Ehrenberg Elementary schools. The following business and individuals made it possible for one or more children to attend the three day workshop; Gold Prospectors Association of America, Hardee’s Beads and Jewelry, Silly Al’s Pizza, The East Side Breadery, The Desert Messenger, Council Member Loretta Warner, Council Member Carol Kelley, and Pamela Caskey. A huge thank you goes out to them for their willingness to support our youth and the arts in our community. Monica Timberlake Quartzsite
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Paul Winer, Quartzsite’s ambassador? By Shanana Rain BearCat Over the past few months, major news reporters have been visiting local personality Paul Winer at his bookstore, Readers Oasis in Quartzsite. On March 31st, the LA Times reporter, Carolyn Kellogg featured Paul Winer in her article, “The strange, true tale of the naked bookseller.” Her article is found at http://www.latimes.com/books/ jacketcopy/la-et-jc-the-strangetrue-tale-of-the-naked-bookseller20150331-story.html Sam McManis, the Sacramento Bee’s Travel Writer, roams the region to find unique articles for Sacramento readers. McManis came to Quartzsite last month to interview Paul Winer. The article, “Naked (almost) bookseller draws crowds to a small Arizona town” appeared in his column Discoveries on April 24th. Read Discoveries here: http:// www.sacbee.com/entertainment/ living/travel/sam-mcmanis/article19561614.html#storylink=cpy
Both reporters also interviewed locals and snowbirds while Winer entertained them with his famous boogie woogie blues piano playing and singing. Winer told Desert Messenger snowbirds from Sacramento drove to Quartzsite to give him a copy of the article. All this publicity is putting Quartzsite on the map and drawing tourists to see the “almost naked bookseller.”
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Be smart about online giving The devastating earthquake in Nepal over the weekend has already touched the hearts of millions of Americans who want to support disaster relief through donations. BBB Wise Giving Alliance advises donors to avoid being taken advantage of by questionable solicitations or wasting their money on poorly managed relief efforts.
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“The news out of Nepal is horrific and the photos are heart-breaking,” said H. Art Taylor, president and CEO of the BBB Wise Giving Alliance. “People want to help as soon as possible, and that is wonderful, but doParker, AZ - The La Paz County nors need to follow some key rules about supporting disaster relief so that Sheriff’s Office (LPCSO) and Bucktheir gifts get to those who need them most.” skin Fire Department respond to report of “found human remains” Across the world, relief and development organizations and governments in the Colorado River. have begun responding to the earthquake in Nepal. American charities have also begun accepting donations to assist in the region. Before you On May 4, 2015, at approximatechoose a charity to give to, take a look at our tips for giving to this type of ly 10:00 hours, the La Paz County cause (below) and remember to check out the charity on Give.org. Sheriff’s Office was dispatched to the area of Cienega Springs boat Check out Better Business Bureau (BBB) Wise Giving Alliance’s complete launch in regards to a report of list of tips on their website with links to BBB Accredited Charities active found human remains. The reportin Nepal relief. Visit http://give.org for more information. ing person stated that he/she was out snorkeling when they noticed skeletal remains at the bottom of the river. Sheriff’s Office personnel met with members of the Buckskin Fire Department who sent one of their divers down to investigate. The
Transit fare changes On Tuesday April 28, 2015 the Quartzsite Town Council established a fare structure for the Transit System. The Council kept the current structure the same going from suggested donations to established fares. The change will go into effect Monday May 18, 2015. Fares to ride locally are still only $3; a trip to Blythe is $10; while Yuma and Lake Havasu City is $15. For more information contact Quartzsite Town Hall at 928-927-4333 or stop by 465 N. Plymouth Ave., Quartzsite. www.ci.quartzsite.az.us
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When Firefighter Foerstner located the alleged remains, he found it to be an underwater tea-party with two fake skeletons sitting in lawn chairs. See video-footage posted on Facebook at https:// www.facebook.com/pages/La-PazCounty-Sheriffs-Department. Although the call itself was resource intensive, both the Sheriff’s Office and Buckskin Fire were happy to find that the remains weren’t real and thanked the reporting party for making the call.
Save those Box Tops for our school Clip Box Tops from hundreds of products Since 1996, the Box Tops for Education program has helped schools across America earn cash for the things they need. Support your school today and see what a difference you can make! Once you start looking, you’ll see these little pink coupons everywhere! Each Box Top coupon is worth 10¢ for your school. Drop off your Box Tops at Quartzsite Elementary School, General Store, Food Bank and Quik Chek Shell Station. You can also help by shopping online. For more information visit www. boxtops4education.com.
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Schuldt named 2015 La Paz County Teacher of the Year Special to the Messenger Mr. Christopher Schuldt of Salome High School has been named 2015 La Paz County Teacher of the Year. He thanked the audience for the recognition at the ninth annual La Paz County Teacher of the Year Banquet held at Salome High School on Friday, April 10, 2015. The event was attended by teachers, administrators, board members, family members, and community members. Mr. Schuldt teaches Anatomy, Physiology, Physical Education, Health, and other related subjects along with being the Athletic Director, coaching several sports, and organizing school and community events to support student athletes. He received a crystal apple award, plaque, and will receive a check for $1000. A perpetual plaque will be displayed at Salome High School and in the La Paz County School Superintendent’s Office. Other teachers recognized from their respective schools were: Tom de Gruyter, Ehrenberg Elementary School; Helen Pianga, Quartzsite Elementary School; Nercita Panergalin, Salome Elementary School; and Susan Rohrig, Wenden Elementary School. Each teacher received a crystal apple award and will receive a $100 check. Judges this year included Tammy Thorn, Beaver Insurance; Kathy Ocampo, Interim Associate Dean
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of Arizona Western College; Duce Minor, Parker Area Alliance Community Empowerment Director; Rudy Parker, retired Parker Unified School District board member; and Kevin Uden, retired Parker Unified School District superintendent. Members of the panel stated they had a very difficult time choosing between all of the outstanding nominees and that rural teachers are exceptionally knowledgeable and well prepared to educate our children. The La Paz County Teacher of the Year Program and Banquet has been supported by significant donations from Arizona Public Service Company every year since its inception. Other organizations that made generous donations this year include McMullen Valley Water Conservation and Drainage District, LKH Farming, Growers Oil Company, Inc., Nu Vu Beauty Salon, B.U.H.S. Booster Club, Bagnall Company, Udall Shumway PLC, and Beaver Insurance. Dinner and decorations were provided by the Salome High School Culinary Arts students and their teacher, Ms. Lowette Diehl. Ms. Diehl and Mr. Maynes have been very supportive over the years in making this a special night for everyone involved. Mr. Andrew Kaufman of Salome High School was the MC for the night’s program. Photographer for the evening was BUHS student Samantha Lizarraga.
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dt, 2015 Teacher of the Year; Tom de Gruyter, Ehrenberg School; Nercita Panergalin, Salome School; Helen Pianga, Quartzsite School; Susan Rohrig, Wenden School; Chris Schuldt will be the La Paz Jacque Price, La Paz County School County representative for the Ari- Superintendent. zona Rural Teacher of the Year Program later this year. Above Left to Right Byron Maynes, Superintendent of Salome High Photo Top Left to Right School; Chris Schuldt, 2015 La Paz Kathy Ocampo, AWC; Chris Schul- County Teacher of the Year.
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Art Show updates South Western Round Up Art Show and Sale , with Author Signings, sponsored by the Mountain Quail Cafe, has been invited to move the festivities to the QIA building 2016 show. The show will continue to be the fun filled event , with our artist scavenger hunt ( where you find an item hidden in the paintings ) diverse quality art , raffle, door prizes complements from our local businesses , auction of art pieces with an auctioneer to add to the excitement and refreshments. The QIA will continue it’s planned event with Bingo on Friday evening , daily bar b que and QIA dance Saturday evening. Mark your calendars February 26 th and 27th, 2016 at Quartzsite Improvement Association. 235 Ironwood Street, Quartzsite.
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3 spring planting tips By Lyle Browning, Instructional Specialist, Senior Directional Transplanting Most home owners landscape with plants as opposed to planting seeds. Plants can come from a variety of suppliers: nurseries, stores, other landscape—just a wide range of sources. Many of the plants used in our area need to be planted in the new location facing in the same direction as they did in the old location. Cacti, Agave, Ocotillo, and some trees and shrubs may not be as heat and sun tolerant as native trees and shrubs. Live Christmas trees are an example. When buying landscape plants it is a good idea to plant using directional planting. It isn’t much of a chore to simply mark a direction on the plant when you buy it and then just re-plant in that direction. This should improve survivability. Even when you purchase a plant with a guarantee it is still a fair amount of time
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and effort to dig it up, take it back and plant another one when directional planting may have helped that plant survive. Spring and Summer Plant Fertilization Applying fertilizer to landscape plants is important in timing applications to allow for temperature changes. If you have citrus trees in your landscape avoid fertilizing during the months of June, July, and August. Our weather is just too hot during those months. The same reasoning holds true for other landscape trees and shrubs. For landscapes that have Bermuda or St. Augustine grass warm/hot weather is the time to add fertilizer. Over applications will result in a higher water requirement and more mowing. Heavy feeding vegetables like corn and melons will require a second application of fertilizer about this time (May). Contact our office to find information on other heavy feeding vegetables. Proper fertilization at the right time can provide a healthier, more productive, and better looking landscape. Be sure to follow all label directions on fertilizer. The Palo Verde Root Borer This is the time of year when home owners in our low desert may see this
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ADVENTURES WITH ROCKS Sky Blues, Apple Greens & Spider Webs By Jenn Jedidiah Free for RocksInMyHead™ In the early 1870’s, in the now abandoned but then Borax Mining town of Columbus, Nevada, a vein of beautiful sky blue stone was discovered by some Borax miners. At that time, it was only the second turquoise deposit in the US known to European prospectors, but the gorgeous blue-green gemstone quickly became fashionable and sought after. From 1908 to 1910 turquoise’s popularity led to high prices being paid for the gemstone, and prompted discoveries of new turquoise deposits. Most of the turquoise discoveries during that time were around the original discover at Columbus in what is today Esmerelda, Mineral, and Nye Counties. Turquoise prices boomed again from 1920 to 1930, and in the 1960’s and 70’s. With each new increase in demand and price, new discoveries were made. Deposits in Lander County were found in the 20’s, and during the 1960’s new turquoise mines appeared throughout Nevada. The deposits at Carico Lake in Lander County are the most notable of that era. When all was said and done, more than 120 turquoise mines had been opened in Nevada, with production per mine varying from a few thousand dollars worth of turquoise, to several million dollars worth of the beautiful gemstone. From the 1920’s to the 1980’s, Nevada was the largest producer of turquoise in the US. The total value of rough turquoise mined in Nevada to date is said to exceed $250 million. The Aurora Mine at Carico Lake, the Royal Blue near Royston, The No. 8
Mine at Carlin, the Lone Mountain Mine near Tonopah, and the Pilot Mountain Mine near Mina have been historically the most productive of the Nevada turquoise mines, while some smaller mines are notable for the exceptionally beautiful gem material that they produce. In addition to being some of the finest turquoise in the world, Nevada produces the widest diversity of colors, patterns, and matrixes. The typical range of blue, blue-green, green-blue, and green shades are all the highest quality, but Nevada is well known for its unusual colors, as well. Nevada’s unique shades of bright mint green, apple green, and neon yellow are due to high zinc and iron content in the mix, and are unmatched anywhere in the world. Nevada turquoise can be matrix-free, or contain beautiful spider web matrix of black, brown, red, or a golden color. Though turquoise mines have produced hundreds of millions of dollars in gemstone material, they have historically been small scale operations. The process of extracting the gemstone from its host rock is labor intensive and time consuming because the material must be removed slowly and carefully or it will be destroyed in the process. Use of heavy equipment is typically limited to using backhoes and drills for removing overburden, but the turquoise itself must be cleaned out from the pockets or veins with hand tools or much material will be lost. Additionally, most deposits are not very large, and often only yield quality material for just a few months or years before the vein or pocket becomes
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depleted. To continue production, the mine owner must explore for new pockets, but frequently fails to discover more turquoise. As a stone in general, turquoise is very uncommon. Five specific conditions are required in order for turquoise to form. Copper, aluminum, and phosphate minerals must all be present together in the ground, the host rock must contain voids in which the mineral solution can collect, and the environment must be arid. It is extremely unusual for all of these con-
ditions to exist together, which is why turquoise is rare. This exact combination of conditions exists in Central and Southwest Nevada and produces some of the highest quality turquoise in the world. In addition, the high content of silica in the rocks where these deposits form produces exceptionally hard, gem-quality turquoise. Today, most of the smaller mines have been depleted, and many of the larger ones are worked intermittently. Frequently, the turquoise veins or pockets are located within a larger deposit of gold, silver, or copper bearing ores, and deposits of turquoise are destroyed in the mining of the metal. The Number 8 Mine in Eureka County was mined for high quality beautiful turquoise from 1929 to 1960, until ores with high gold content were discovered in the same area. In pursuit of the gold, the turquoise deposits were
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May 6, 2015 excavated, removed to the mine dump, and lost forever. While most of the turquoise deposits are privately owned, there are still many opportunities to collect turquoise in Nevada. Quite often turquoise can be found in the washes surrounding the mines, or around abandoned mines in old turquoise mining districts. In Esmeralda County, turquoise can be found in the areas around the Lone Mountain Mine and the Smith Black Matrix Mine, as well as in the turquoise mines in the Monte Cristo Mountains. The Copper Basin and the Bullion District in Lander County are still some of the top producing areas of the state and it is worth exploring washes in those areas. Turquoise can be found in the washes around the Crow Springs area near Mina. The tailings and other areas around gold and silver mines in the turquoise districts may produce turquoise as well. Always be sure that you are not on anyone’s claim or private property when collecting turquoise. RocksInMyHead carries Nevada turquoise from Carico Lake, as well as turquoise from the Kingman and Sleeping Beauty Mines in Arizona. You can order online at www.RocksInMyHead.com, by email or by phone at 605-376-8754. For more information, books, and downloadable resources on turquoise and turquoise mines of Nevada, everything for your rockhounding, prospecting, and lapidary needs, plus lots of great rocks, fossils, and more, email us or visit the website. Like Us on Facebook to follow us, and sign up for our email Newsletter at www.RocksInMyHeadWorld.com for tons of great tips, videos, tutorials, discounts, and more! Love our Articles? Go to www.JennJedidiahFree.com for article archives, blog posts, and photo journals of all our adventures. Happy prospecting! © 2015 Jenn Jedidiah Free™ Adventures With Rocks™ for RocksInMyHead™ All rights reserved.
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Arizona hunting regulations now online 2015-16 Arizona Hunting Regulations are available online Paper applications for 2015 fall hunts now being accepted; online application service to be available in early to mid-May.
this is a change from the 7 p.m. deadline of previous years. Hunters mailing a paper application should keep in mind that the department must receive it by the deadline. Postmarks don’t count.
Phoenix - The Arizona Game and Fish Department has posted the 2015-16 Arizona Hunting Regulations online, which opens the 2015 fall draw cycle. Hunters can now apply with a paper application for 2015 hunt permit-tags issued through the draw process for deer, fall turkey, fall javelina, bighorn sheep, fall buffalo and pheasant (the draw process for elk and pronghorn antelope took place in early April).
When the online service becomes available, hunters will have an incentive to use the service and apply early. Those who apply online no later than 11:59 p.m. (MST), Tuesday, June 2, will be entered into the department’s drawing for a $500 gift card to Sportsman’s Warehouse, courtesy of Wildlife for Tomorrow. This incentive does not apply to those using paper applications.
Paper applications can be mailed to: Arizona Game and Fish Department, Attn.: Drawing Section, P.O. Box 74020, Phoenix, AZ 850871052, or dropped off at any department office statewide. The online application service for the draw is expected to be available in early to mid-May. The application deadline, whether using a paper application or the online service, is 11:59 p.m. (MST) Tuesday, June 9. Please note that
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Bouse Genealogical Society correct dates President of Bouse Genies has listed the correct dates for meetings to start next season below. Have a great Summer. See you in the Fall. Genies Fall meeting dates: 9 & 23 October 2015 6 & 20 November 2015 4 & 18 December 2015 These meetings are held every other Friday from 9:30-2, bring a sack lunch. All meetings, seminars, and workshops are open to the public.
Dogs split from owners at fuel stops Two dogs recently have left their owners near local gas stations. The beagle was picked up by someone and taken to the Beagle Rescue. The Chihuahua is still missing.
The printed 2015-16 Arizona Hunting Regulations booklets are expected to be available at department offices and license dealers statewide in early May. As a reminder, applicants should thoroughly read and understand the appropriate regulations before submitting an application or before going afield. For more information about the draw, visit www.azgfd.gov/draw.
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Salome High updates Students and athletes at Salome High School have been extremely busy. The baseball team had their last game on April 27 against San Pasqual. Chris Schuldt, teacher, softball and basketball coach of Salome High School was selected as La Paz County’s 2015 Small School Teacher of the Year. He will represent La Paz County at the Rural Schools Conference for Arizona’s Rural School Teacher of the Year. The softball team had their last game on April 24 against Paradise Honors. Mr. Schuldt, the softball coach, was very pleased about the way that the softball season ended. They put together a nice little run, and were able to win two of their last three games against Valley Lutheran and Ajo! Mt. Schuldt said, “Although I am sad that our seniors, Cheyenne
Havins, Bree Bohlen, Jasmine Rice, Jennifer Wilkinson, and Katrina Garcia will not be returning next year, I am very excited to see what the future will bring.” They were able to win six games this year, and they hope they will be able to continue this success next season. Thank you to all of the family, friends, and community members that attended their games. The students and Mr. Schuldt greatly appreciate it! The State track meets will be May 8th and 9th. Salome High School’s FBLA has their Facebook page up and running. The club would really like to have as many likes as possible. Please like the Salome High School FBLA Facebook page and support them! • 8th grade Orientation- April 30 • State Track Meet- May 8 and 9 • Graduation- May 16 • Last Day of School- May 21
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We are collecting coupons you may have that you won’t use. These go to the military families who can use them up to 6 months after expiration. Collection boxes are placed in businesses around Town and at the Post. Please help us in this endeavor to assist our Veterans.We are also collecting labels for the school. May 6 – 7:00 am -- Breakfast for Special Olympics Torch Runners. The runners run to raise money for activities of Special Olympics in Arizona. Donations can be made for this program at the Police Station or at the breakfast. May 10 – Mother’s Day recognition of Mothers with a toast to them at 5:00 pm May 16 – Armed Forces Day -- 9:00 am – Flag Raising
May 25 –- 10:00 am -- Memorial Day program at the Hi Jolly Cemetery. The VFW will be at the Park for the afternoon event beginning at 3:00 p.m. June 3-7 – VFW State Convention in Tucson, AZ Check our VFW Post 769 website for information on activities being planned during the summer. www.vfwpost769.org • Comrades meeting –1ST Saturday each month – 9:00 a.m. at Post • Ladies Auxiliary meeting – 1st Saturday each month – 9:00 a.m. at Post. Ladies meet in the dining room area • House Committee meeting – 1st Saturday each month -10:00 a.m. at Post • Men’s Auxiliary – 1st Saturday each month - 1:00 p.m. at Post
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Blythe man charged with murder after baby dies BLYTHE, Calif, - Blythe Police Lt. Jeff Wade reports Jordan Bracamonte, 20, was formally charged with murder on May 1st at 1:30 p.m. after the baby he is accused of abusing died from his injuries. The judge set his bail at $10 million.
rested the 20-year-old and booked him into Blythe Jail for attempted murder, child abuse causing great bodily injury, kidnapping, false imprisonment, terrorist threats, witness intimidation, and for causing corporal injury to his spouse.
“It is with the deepest sadness that we announce the 1 ½ year old victim in this senseless tragedy was pronounced dead shortly after 8 this morning” said Wade.
“I want to publicly commend Detective Sergeant Coe and his team,” said Wade. “They worked diligently in the opening hours of this investigation and made an arrest almost immediately.”
Police say Bracamonte has been in custody since April 28 after they investigated an allegation of child abuse.
The baby boy died at Rady Children’s Hospital in San Diego where he had been taken by air after being stabilized on Tuesday.
Officers were called to Palo Verde Hospital Tuesday afternoon after a father brought his 1 ½ year-old son into the emergency room with severe head trauma. The father told police the baby had been at the babysitter’s house since 8 a.m. He got a call at 10 a.m. from the babysitter who told him that child had been hurt and needed medical attention. The father immediately picked up the boy and took him to Palo Verde Hospital. After interviewing the babysitter and her husband Bracamonte, police ar-
At Bracamonte’s arraignment today he was also formally charged with child abuse causing great bodily injury, kidnapping, false imprisonment, terrorist threats, witness intimidation, and causing corporal injury to his wife. Anyone with information about this case should call Coe at the Blythe Police Department at 760-922-6111 or give the information anonymously by calling Crime Stop at 760921-CARE (2273) or by e-mail at blythepd@cityofblythe.ca.gov”>blythe pd@cityofblythe.ca.gov”>blythepd@ci tyofblythe.ca.gov.
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May 6, 2015 by Jane Finley writer * artist * teacher (stretching, exercise, relaxation, meditation)
RAISING THEM RIGHT The family at the laundromat in Lincoln City, OR To honor all mothers on Mothers’ Day 2015 I am at the laundromat now. There is a family next to me folding clothes at the counter -- a mother and three children (two boys and a girl). I would guess the oldest boy is a young teen, the girl maybe 11, and the youngest boy about 8. I am mesmerized by how they work together and can’t help watching them for a while. They don’t see me there; they are focused on their task. The mother folds the sheets, towels, and household items. Each child pulls his/her clothes out of the laundry basket and either hangs them on hangers or folds them neatly in piles. No complaining, no talking back, no loud voices, no running around the laundromat -- all just quietly concentrating on the job before them. I started to write this in my journal. Then I thought I’d better speak to the mother before they leave. I walked over to her and said, “I am so impressed by you and your children. You are raising them right.” It was clear to me she didn’t understand English; so I asked the oldest boy to translate. When he did, her face lit up with a big smile.
Traveling with Gypsy Jane This little scene gave me great joy. It filled me up inside; I know because my eyes are tearing up as I write this. Who would have thought that doing my washing, something I was not looking forward to (a hadto kind of thing), would allow me to be part of such a lovely experience? That’s exactly where my book title comes from Wanderings: Living the Ordinary Extraordinarily. I am filled with -- what is the word? I’ll just say “awe” because what I feel is really indescribable. Like spirituality -- hard to explain. Once in a while something happens in our lives - however small, however simple, that reaffirms that life is good. We need all that. ~*~*~*~*~*~ “Becoming responsible adults is no longer a matter of whether children hang up there pajamas or put dirty towels in the hamper, but whether they care about themselves and others -- and whether they see everyday chores as related to how we treat this planet.” ~Eda LeShan Jane’s book is WANDERINGS: Living the Ordinary Extraordinarily (Stories from the Road). This column consists of stories from her book (email: janefinley@yahoo. com, website: janefinley.com).
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~ Poems from the road ~ By Jane Finley writer * artist * teacher (stretching, exercise, relaxation, meditation) DESERT AT TWILIGHT At twilight when the bunnies are the exact color of the evening, one moves cautiously toward the rabbit dish where leftover bits of lettuce and carrot await. I watch it nibble on the vegetable feast until all that’s visible is its white cotton tail. I sit on my porch and wait until even that disappears, then a while longer, taking in the beauty of the desert night. Quartzsite, Arizona Jane’s book is WANDERINGS: Living the Ordinary Extraordinarily (Stories from the Road). This column consists of poems from the book. Email: janefinley@yahoo.com, website: janefinley.com
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The following arrests were made by Quartzsite Police Department APRIL 10 - APRIL 30, 2015 4/13: Shantel Dishon, 38, from Quartzsite was booked into jail for three Outstanding Felony Warrants out of La Paz County Superior Court and Possession of Drug Paraphernalia. 4/13: Jack Nichols, 27, from Quartzsite was booked into jail for an Outstanding Misdemeanor Warrant out of Quartzsite Magistrate Court for Failure to Appear. 4/14: Vincente Aguirre, 28, from Indio, CA was cited and released for Criminal Speed. 4/14: Orlando Tinoco, 23, from Quartzsite was cited and released for Mandatory Insurance Suspension. 4/15: Jeanette Lee, 72, from Parker was cited and released for Failure to Yield to Traffic – Causing a Collision. 4/17: Ronald Estes, 58, Transient was cited and released for Criminal Trespassing.
4/18: Jon Carlson, 40, from Quartzsite was booked into jail for an Outstanding Misdemeanor Warrant out of Quartzsite Magistrate Court for Failure to Appear. 4/18: Daniel Hughes, 44, from Quartzsite was booked into jail for Disorderly Conduct per Domestic Violence. 4/19: Aaron Cragg, 34, from Quartzsite was cited and released for Littering. 4/19: Bryan Beeler, 51, from Quartzsite was cited and released for Simple Assault. 4/20: Quartzsite PD Officers assisted AZ Highway Patrol with the vehicle pursuit and arrest of Juan Gonzalez, 33, an Armed Robbery suspect out of Phoenix, AZ. 4/21: Andres Ojeda Villegas, 58, from Calexico, CA was cited and released for Criminal Nuisance for
In Memoriam Helen R Beck
Helen R Beck, AKA Little Princess, in her native society, passed away peacefully on March 3, 2015 at a nursing home in Yuma, AZ.
Larry D. Beebe In loving memory of Larry D. Beebe, age 64, who went home to be with our Lord on April 21, 2015. I thought of you today with love. I think of you in silence and speak your name. I will have you in memories; and your picture in a frame. Your memories are my keepsake with which I will not part. The Lord has you in his keeping. I have you in my heart and soul. I love and miss you, Mother. Archel Stadtfeld
She was born on March 14, 1928 in Fort Payne, Alabama. Helen was married to Elmer W. Beck (AKA Cherokee Chief War Eagle) who died in December 1990. Mrs. Beck was a long time resident of Quartzsite, from 1972. Mrs. Beck also resided in Eureka Springs, AK. Mrs. Beck is survived by a daughter in Washington state. Mrs. Beck was a member of the United Lumbee Nation of North Carolina. Notice of native services to be held at a later date.
urinating on a building. 4/23: Bryan Bowman, 65, from Quartzsite was cited and released for Disorderly Conduct. 4/23: Steven Place, 44, from Simi Valley, CA was booked into jail for Criminal Trespassing. 4/26: Quartzsite PD Officers assisted Wickenburg PD with the arrest of Michael Anthony Blanco, for an Outstanding Misdemeanor Warrant out of Lake Havasu City Municipal Court for Failure to Appear on a DUI charge. 4/27: Robert Urian, 41, from Quartzsite was cited and released for Excessive Speed. 4/30: Shawna Greenslit, 33, from Palm Springs, CA was cited and released for Driving with a Suspended License, No Current Registration, and No Mandatory Insurance. 4/30: Gene Goodrich, 37, from Palm Springs, CA was cited and released for Attempted Possession of Marijuana and Attempted Possession of Drug Paraphernalia. All persons included in this report from QPD are innocent of crimes until proven guilty in a court of law.
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Catholic Community Queen of Peace Mission 5005 Mockingbird Dr., Qtz. (3/4 mile east of ARCO) Padre Richard Kusugh, V.C. Sunday Mass 5:00pm Confession 1/2 hour before Mass Pancake Breakfast 2nd and 4th Saturday 7:30 to 9:30am November thru February and 2nd Saturday in March Angels Meeting, 2nd & 4th Monday 10:00am www.SacredHeartParker.comeze.com Century One Cottage Church Bro. Don Asselin An In-Home Church Home PO Box 1478, Quartzsite 85346 907-440-6419 Church of Isaiah 58 100 Moon Mtn. Rd., Quartzsite Sunday Services 10:00am.6:00pm Wed. Bible Study 7:00pm Daily Devotions 8:00 A.M. 928-927-3124 Food Bank 9-3 Mon-Sat Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints Riggles Road, Qtz. Sacrament Meeting 9:00am Sunday School 10:00am Priesthood & Relief Society 11:00am 927-6080 Church of the Resurrection Episcopal/Anglican Worshipping each Sunday 9:00 A M Parker Senior Center Parker AZ. Telephone 928-486-5759 The Rev. Dale McQueen Priest EVERYONE IS WELCOME
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Community Bible Church of Quartzsite Sunday Bible Study 9:00 am Sunday Morning Worship 10:00 am only (until the end of September) Wenesday Bible Study 6:00 pm 375 E. Sunrise. 928-927-5035 Covenant Lutheran Church 270 E. Cowell St., Qtz. Sunday Worship Services 9:30am Sunday School/Adult Bible Class 10:30am. 928-927-4113 Desert Cowboy Church La Posa South Pavilion starts Nov. 16th Non-demoninational Sunday 10am. Follow the signs. Come as you are and bring a chair. Pastor Randy Cardinal 435-668-4947. God’s Little Church In The Desert “The Church That Jesus Would Like, People Helping People” 46751 E. Hwy. 60 Black Rock RV Park, Brenda, AZ Church Service 10am Sunday School 8:30-9:15am Coffee, Treats & Visiting 9:15-9:45am Rev. Rick Roland Sr. 928-916-2055 Faith for Life Church Closed until Nov. Parker Poston Rd, Ehrenberg, Ariz. Sunday Services 10:00am Wednesday Services 6:30pm 928-923-7729
Fellowship Baptist 42951 Vicksburg Rd. Salome “Come just as you are!” A spiritual oasis in the desert. Sunday School Sun. 9:30am Worship 11:00am Bible Study/Prayer meeting Wed. 5pm First Baptist Church Harquahala Rd, Salome Ariz. Sunday School 9:30am Sunday Worship 10:45am Club Sun & Wed. 6pm. Spanish Services Sat. 7:00pm859-3510 Mision Bautista de Quartzsite 100 N. Kofa Ave. Qtz 760-703-5063 Pastor German Jueves 6:30pm Y Martes 6:30pm Quartzsite Church of Christ 76 S. Emelia Street, Qtz. Worship 10 a.m. each Sunday Minister, Gary Buckley 909-478-4753 or 909-795-5645 www.quartzsitechurchofchristg.com e-mail-quartzsitechurchofchrist@gmail.com “Come & receive a friendly Welcome.” Quartzsite First Baptist Church 30 Church St., Qtz. Sunday School - 9:00am Morning Worship Hour - 10:00am Evening Bible Hour 6:00pm Mid-week Pray Hour 6:00pm Southern Baptist Church Kofa St., Qtz. Sunday Morning Worship 11:00am Evening Services 6:00pm Sunday School - 9:45am. 928-927-5860 Zion Lutheran Church Blythe, CA: Sunday Worship 9:15am Sunday School 9:15am Sunday Adult Bible Class 8am Pastor Gary Boye 760-922-7321
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LEO (July 23 to August 22) You might be happy about the re-emergence of a long-deferred deal. But don’t pounce on it quite yet. Time can change things. Be sure the values you looked for before are still there. VIRGO (August 23 to September 22) by Barbara Lee Try to rein in your super-critical attitude, even if things aren’t being done Gemini: to June 20- “I RememThink” quite as May you 21 would prefer. It does notyou matter your birthday ber: What say ifnow could create an comes in May or June, awkward situation lateryou on.are being called out on the carpet LIBRA (September 23 to commuOctober 22) nicate clearly everyone you Although youand canwith expect on-the-job know. Soundsfrom like amost big party brew-colcooperation of your ing. Boundaries may be a people red flagmight this leagues this week, some month as well, remember to allow insist on knowing more about your yourself to receive youraccept heartsthem. desire. plans before they can SCORPIO (October 23 to November Cancer: June 21 to July “I Feel” 21) Creating another way22to do things You know what is true for your soulfind is commendable. But you could this month because it is about to come some resistance this week from folks into reality. You have imagined it triedfor who would rather stick with the transformation, by the end of the year so long and youtry know it to be real. and-true than something new. your life will look completely different Now all you have to do is play like a (c) 2009 King Features Synd., Inc.
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LAS CASAS DE Quartzsite Apartments has one spacious 2 bedroom and 3 bedroom apartments available for immediate occupancy. 1617 E Quail Trail. Amenities include bulit in microwave, dishwasher, garbage disposal, ceiling fan, patio/balcony, washer/dryer hook ups in all units, on-site laundry, car ports, picnic and BBQ area, play ground, and community pool. Pets under 25 pounds are welcome. Household income limits apply. Contact Anita 928 927-4410.
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