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SPOTLIGHT ON: HORSES HELP

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ith over 475,000 special-needs individuals in Maricopa County, horses are used to create a unique relationship with those with physical, cognitive and emotional barriers. The horse can play a significant role in helping relax muscles, stretch limbs, increase coordination and encourage interaction with another species and with people. The movement of the horse’s walk mimics the human gait which can assist in recovery or improved movement for the person. Participants interact with the horses at many different levels, from tacking and riding to grooming and leading.

Horses Help (HH), a PATH International Premier Accredited 501c-3 non-profit Equine Assisted Activity and Learning Center, uses horses to service up to 150 special needs and at-risk community participants each week. This could not be possible without tremendous horses; along with a dedicated staff and a community of volunteers and donors that have wholly embraced HH’s mis-

sion, vision and values. “We invite you to immerse yourself in the ‘Culture of Service’.

Inspire people to stretch their boundaries and be remembered by how you make them feel. Participate in life!” says Gregg Goodman, Executive Director.

A staff of instructors certified through PATH Intl. and contracted therapists through the American Hippotherapy Association work to develop participants’ physical, cognitive and emotional abilities.

Each week Horses Help serves participants ranging from four years of age to seniors. Volunteers are vitally important to the daily functioning of the facility, including: feeding and care of horses, turning out of horses, and preparing horses for and assisting with lessons. Horses used in this program are typically retired show, trail or ranch horses that are quiet and good-natured to aid in supporting the development of their specialneeds partners. Increasing physical abilities is one benefit but more than this is the ability to help emotionally troubled youth find a willing listener. A horse can create space between a frustrated, angry person and nuzzle that same person when he/she relaxes and trusts the horse. The old adage is so true: The outside of the horse is good for the inside of man.

Do you want to make an impact? Go to www.horseshelp.org or call (602) 569-6056 Horses Help: 2601 Rose Garden Lane, Phoenix, AZ 85050

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CITY NEWS

DIVERGENT DIAMOND INTERCHANGE MAY

REPLACE THE HAPPY VALLEY ROUNDABOUTS

By Daria Kadovik RUSH HOUR. LONG DELAYS. TOO MANY CARS. NOWHERE TO GO. Phoenix might get its first divergent diamond interchange to replace the Happy Valley roundabouts.

At a packed public meeting July 25, the Arizona Department of Transportation made its case for the divergent diamond interchange on Happy Valley Road and Interstate 17 intersection.

Many residents of the surrounding neighborhoods know the struggle. It could take 20-30 minutes during rush hour, to pass through the intersection.

“It gets backed up pretty early, around 3 p.m., and it stays backed up till 6 p.m.,” said Jordan Lemos, a 24-yearold resident of the area. “There is really no way to avoid it, because Pinnacle Peak gets backed up too.”

ADOT presented the diverging diamond interchange where, according to ADOT website, local street traffic makes a temporary shift to the left side while crossing the freeway, allowing for direct left turns onto entrance ramps without waiting at an additional traffic signal.

The DDI comes with many benefits, including processing higher volumes of traffic, reducing the number and severity of collisions, reducing wrongway movements, and reducing the number of conflict points.

The interchange might look confusing, but “it is very obvious where to go,” said Scott Johnson, a consulting traffic engineer from HDR Engineering Inc. for the DDI project.

The Federal Highway Administration study showed that DDI helps reduce overall collisions by 50 percent and reduce fatal collisions by 60 percent unlike any other intersection.

However, the reduction of wrongway drivers is more prominent to Phoenix.

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and add more lanes to have three lanes in each direction.

of traffic and use taxpayers’ money in the best way possible.

“We analyzed traffic operations all the way out to the 2035 design year and added another 20 percent traffic projection volume on top of that, and the DDI still works,” Johnson said.

ADOT also covered the traffic changes that will be made to the Pinnacle Peak intersection. Pinnacle Peak is a traditional diamond interchange with a narrow bridge span. It does not accommodate future I-17 expansion, as well as, pedestrians and bicyclists, according to ADOT.

According to the state Department of Public Safety, 740 wrong-way drivers have been reported on Arizona freeways since the beginning of 2017.

According to the state Department of Public Safety, 740 wrong-way drivers have been reported on Arizona freeways since the beginning of 2017.

“DDI aims to eliminate wrong-way drivers with the prevention system,” Johnson said. “It makes it almost impossible to make the wrong-way movement. They would have to physically want to and try to make this right turn.”

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“DDI is not a short-term improvement, it’s a long-term improvement.”

The DDI was first constructed in Springfield, Missouri, in 2009.

Today there are more than 90 DDIs throughout United States that perform well, Johnson said. It seems like a viable solution to handle high volumes

The new expansion will include two through and two left turn lanes in each direction, that will accommodate future freeway expansion, pedestrians, and bicyclists, according to Shah.

“Sometimes you have to wait two or three lights to cross 23rd Avenue,” Lemos said. “It does not support all the traffic flow during rush hour.”

The DDI and Pinnacle Peak expansion project will cost about $49.5 million of taxpayers’ money. The construction is set to begin in fall 2018, according to Shah.

The new interchange will also accommodate bicyclists and pedestrians. Current interchange provides no safe passage for these two groups. With the new interchange, cyclists get to stay on the right side of the road in a bike lane, when pedestrians get multiple crossing to get to the other side of the freeway, according to Johnson.

The new interchange will also support the future expansion of the Interstate17 to five lanes plus an HOV lane, according to Al Shah, a project manager for the DDI. The construction plan is to remove existing roundabouts

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CITY NEWS

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FOOD, FUN, PRIZES AND WINE, PLUS HELP OUT LOCAL NON-PROFIT GROUPS MARK YOUR CALENDARS AND SHOP FOR A CAUSE AT THE 13TH ANNUAL SHOPPING EXTRAVAGANZA OUTLETS AT ANTHEM INVITES SHOPPERS FROM ALL OVER THE VALLEY TO SHOP UNTIL THEY DROP AT THIS YEAR’S ANNUAL SHOPPING EXTRAVAGANZA, A RETAIL PHILANTHROPY EVENT. HELD SATURDAY, SEPT. 23 FROM 9 A.M. TO 4 P.M., TICKETS ARE $25 AND ARE ON SALE NOW. The one-day only event provides shoppers exclusive discounts at countless high-end retailers, free lunch, live entertainment, the opportunity to win more than $30,000 in gift cards and prizes, and wine and chocolate tastings. Best of all, $15 from each ticket sold will be donated to one of 17 participating nonprofit organizations in the Valley.

“Shopping Extravaganza is one of our most popular shopping events of the year,” said Carrie Fortezzo, marketing and special events manager, Outlets at Anthem. “It is a great opportunity for participants to have a fantastic time shopping, eating and socializing, while helping many worthy causes

close to their hearts. Our retailers do a tremendous job making sure there are worthwhile discounts and prizes for event ticket holders.

We’re so thankful to the community for the support they offer year after year to this exciting event.”

Steve Craig, president of Craig Realty, owner of Outlets at Anthem, introduced the Shopping Extravaganza event in 2004 to give back to the community and support local charities. Since its inception, it has become a go-to charity shopping tradition for people throughout the Valley. It’s also a great way to kick off the holiday shopping season.

This year’s Shopping Extravaganza includes 17 charitable organizations, including The American Academy of Pediatrics Arizona Chapter, American Liver Foundation, Daisy Mountain Firefighters Charities, Daisy Mountain Veterans, Desert

Labrador Retriever Rescue of Phoenix, Foothills Food Bank and Resource Center, Homes for Heroes, Homeless Youth Connection, Inc., Jobs for Arizona’s Graduates, Inc., Musical Theatre of Anthem, NAAAP – Network of Anthem Area Assistance Providers, Operation Christmas Child, Phoenix Rescue Mission, Release the Fear, Rusty’s Angels Sanctuary, Soroptimist International of Saguaro Foothills and Teen Challenge. There are three ways to purchase tickets to the event - visit Customer Service at the Outlets, purchase from a participating charitable group or buy online.

DETAILS: WHEN: Saturday, Sept. 23 TIME: 9 a.m.-4 p.m.

COST: $25, tickets on sale now MORE INFO: www.outletsanthem.com

NEW SENIOR HOUSING DEVELOPMENT COMING TO DEER VALLEY AN EXCITING PARTNERSHIP BETWEEN RIDGELINE PROPERTIES AND BRUCKAL DEVELOPMENTS HAS PURCHASED THE FORMER COUNTRY INN & SUITES PROPERTY AT 20221 N. 29TH AVE. Built in 2000, the property offers four-stories of space and was configured as a 126-room hotel.

The 74,000-square-foot building sits on 3.33 acres of land and has 147 parking spaces, as well as an exterior pool and fenced patio area. The buyer/ developer plans to reconfigure the building into a 119-bed senior housing community that offers both assisted living and memory care and is slated for opening in January 2018.

Bruckal Developments is a family owned, Arizonabased company with real estate assets in the U.S. and Canada. Ridgeline Properties is a leading senior housing development firm.

Ridgeline Properties, LLC is the acquisition and development arm of the Ridgeline Group of companies. Ridgeline Properties addresses the real estate aspects of the acquisition and development process, in order to effectively transition operations to their sister company, Ridgeline Management Company (RMC). RMC currently manages more than 2,000 beds in 11 different

states, with a focus on expanding in regions with existing operations.

Shelton, President & COO. For more information, visit ridgelinemc.com.

The Ridgeline organization is owned by Dr. Chuck Mc Glade, an Oregon physician. Dr. Mc Glade’s medical knowledge coupled with the combined decades of collective senior living expertise of the RMC team brings a unique set of knowledge to the project. RMC is based in West Linn, Oregon and will be responsible for daily operations once the community is open. The RMC mission statement: “Creating environments where moments of joy, independence, and wellness are the focus each and every day” drives every aspect of their operations.

“This hotel is an ideal conversion target as it has large suite size rooms and plentiful common area spaces to develop all the amenities being afforded new senior facilities today. The pool side setting is especially attractive and sets it apart from most modern offerings in the Phoenix marketplace” says Steven Bruckal, president of Bruckal Developments.

“Ridgeline Management Company is incredibly excited about this project and the national growth we’ve been experiencing.

In preparation for our expansion into Arizona we’ve expanded our team and have enhanced our programs.” says LisaAnn

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MAXIMIZING THE VALUE OF YOUR BUSINESS

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ach year, all kinds of businesses, large and small, are sold here in the Phoenix Metro Area. Unfortunately, many owners don’t take all the steps they should to maximize the value of their businesses. Here are some things a business owner can do to ensure that the business generates the highest possible value at the time of the sale.

1. GET ALL THE DUCKS IN A ROW “A business owner needs to make sure that the books and records are in order,” says Jeffrey Corallo, CPA. “Step one is having proper accounting for the business. If the business owner doesn’t have the time, hiring a bookkeeper or accountant is a good idea — although they don’t need to be a fulltime employee of the business. There are plenty of bookkeeping services and contractors that can come into a business just for the time needed.

“Next, make sure the business taxes are paid and current,” says Corallo.

“Again, if the business owner doesn’t have the time, hiring a payroll service, accountant or CPA is a great way to ensure compliance.

“Last but not least, a CPA can be a

great sounding board to help you plan the sale, review the work your accountant or bookkeeper has done, and to help ensure your taxes are in compliance,” Corallo adds.

2. CONSIDER PHANTOM STOCKS One way to increase the value of a business is to ensure that the new owner still has valuable employees in place. “For companies that have key employees, phantom stocks are helpful to retain these individuals for the new owner,” says Brian Bond, Strategic Business Brokers Group.

A phantom stock plan is an employee benefit plan that gives selected employees many of the benefits of stock ownership without actually giving them company stock. This is sometimes referred to as shadow stock. The phantom stock follows the pricing movements of the company’s actual stock and pays out profits to employees. It is a great way to ensure employee loyalty, interest and active participation in the change of ownership.

3. SELL ON AN UPSWING It may seem like common sense, but it is a good idea to sell when your sales are trending up, not flat and, of course, not when they are declining.

4. CLEAN UP YOUR MARKETING “Outdated websites, social media and marketing materials tend to send a message that a business has let things slide. It makes potential buyers wonder what else isn’t quite up to snuff,” says Jen Wolfe, Wolfe Creative. “Take the time (and spend the money) to update the website and printed marketing materials.

“Then business owners (or their social media experts) should go through all social media with a fine-tooth comb. It is a good idea to get rid of any online negative comments whenever possible, because potential buyers will most likely find them,” Wolfe adds.

5. CONSIDER ALL DEAL STRUCTURES “Business owners need to be open to different forms of deal structures,” says Bond. “A straight cash deal at closing may not be the best value for the business.”

For instance, business owners might consider a buyout where a certain amount of cash is paid up front and then monthly or yearly payments are made for a set period of time.

This might be particularly appropriate

when a relative is buying the family business, or perhaps when trusted employees or management gets together to buy out the current owner.

6. GET GUIDANCE Obviously, maximizing the value of a business is more than just these five tips and there are more people who can assist you with valuable advice: • As mentioned, consult with the bookkeeper, accountant or CPA about the accounting and taxes.

• Discuss the sale with an attorney. A business attorney will provide advice on the necessary legal contracts and procedures. An estate planning attorney might be useful if family inheritance is involved.

• At the very least, examine the online strategy and social media with a marketing professional.

• In addition, business owners might want to work with a business broker.

What is a business broker? Think of a broker much like you would a real estate agent. It is the broker’s job to advertise the sale, find potential buyers and help with the closing, as well as advising clients on how to maximize the value of the business.

• After the sale, a financial advisor might be the right person to help invest and protect that hard-earned money.

UPSTART CHAMBER OF COMMERCE CELEBRATES THIRD ANNIVERSARY

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ith its first three years characterized by explosive growth, the upstart Phoenix Metro Chamber of Commerce is about to celebrate in gala fashion, and the business community is invited.

“We’ve had an amazing third year,” says Executive Director Jason Bressler. “We hit a notable goal of 500-member businesses, and are well on our way to 600 – which makes us one of the fastest growing Chamber of Commerce organizations in Arizona.”

THE CHAMBER WITH A DIFFERENCE Established in 2014, PMCC claims to be a Chamber of Commerce with a difference.

According to Bressler, its support for charities and not-for-profit enterprises plays a vital role in the organization.

“We hosted our First Annual Charity Golf Tournament this year, and raised $7,000 for local charities,” Bressler said. “Plus, our ongoing Bare Necessities Campaign helps

us regularly donate food, clothing, school supplies, pet food and other necessities to our many member charities.

“Finally, we recently established The Phoenix Metro Chamber Foundation. This is a 501c(3) arm of the Chamber, which will allow us to do even more for our non-profit organizations.”

As PMCC moves into its fourth year, says Bressler, the Chamber will continue to offer the experiences, which have drawn so many Valley businesses to the group. Among them: • Effective weekly networking events and power teams • Creating and supporting more fundraisers for member charities • Scheduling volunteer efforts with charities, where members give back to the community • Educational seminars, providing members with opportunities for personal and professional growth • Working to ensure businesses gain a posi-

tive ROI on their membership investment • Cultivating more members, thus further broadening business and networking opportunities for members INVITATION TO THE VALLEY BUSINESS COMMUNITY As it celebrates a successful third year and looks to its future, PMCC has extended an open invitation to the business community and non-profit organizations to share the festivities, and to witness the energy and passion of the organization.

Founder and CEO of the Phoenix Metro Chamber is Gene Bressler, father to Jason.

“I’m so proud of how our members support other members’ businesses,” says the senior Bressler, “and how hard our members work to keep the Chamber growing. In large part, PMCC is run with the dedicated help of a large group of volunteers, as well as our 45 years of combined business experience and chamber management.”

Father and son conclude: “We are rapidly

becoming a powerhouse. There is no better time than now to join the Chamber and promote your business.”

To register for the Anniversary Celebration, visit www.phoenixmetrochamber.com/ events/3rd-anniversary-celebration To learn more about the Phoenix Metro Chamber of Commerce, visit www.phoenixmetrochamber.com

DETAILS: WHEN: Wednesday, September 20, 2017; from 5:30 – 8 p.m.

WHERE: Chateau Luxe, 1175 E. Lone Cactus Dr., Phoenix, AZ ADMISSION: $45 (Includes: appetizers, 4-course meal and dessert) HIGHLIGHTS: Two live bands, DJ Bobby Bruno, Talent Show, Silent Auction, networking

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HI, MY NAME IS...

PROFILE ON LOCAL BUSINESS: PHILLIP & GABI PAYNE HI, MY NAME IS… Phillip & Gabi Payne

WHEN I WAS YOUNGER, I WANTED TO BE… An artist.

MY COMPANY & TITLE IS….

Desert Mountain Fine Art Owner / Manager

THE SONG I WOULD SING AT KARAOKE NIGHT IS… Don’t Stop Believing by Journey.

A TYPICAL DAY IN MY LIFE INCLUDES… Sculpting, painting, and talking to amazing artists and collectors from around the world.

THE ONE PERSON WHO MOTIVATES ME IS… Each other.

MY FAVORITE THING ABOUT LIVING/WORKING IN THE DEER VALLEY AREA IS… We love that it is a little out of the city so it is quieter and everyone we’ve met has been great!

YOUR FAVORITE MOVIE YOU COULD NEVER GET TIRED OF WATCHING AND WHY… The Other Guys, because it is so funny and quotable.

MY FAMILY… creates.

THE BUSINESS LESSON I LEARNED THE HARD WAY IS… Surround yourself with people who have the same values and can share your vision.

ONE THING I CANNOT LIVE WITHOUT… Prayer.

THE LAST THING THAT MADE ME LAUGH OUT LOUD WAS… The police had a toilet stolen from their precinct.

They have nothing to go on.

THE PERFECT DAY WOULD BE… Sharing our art with a new person or old friend.

MY FIRST JOB WAS… Carpet cleaner and busser.

MY LIFE… is like cold watermelon on a hot summer day.

I’M CURRENTLY WORKING ON… Art for our Time to Shine event that will be on September 1.

THE BEST GIFT I’VE EVER RECEIVED WAS… Our marriage.

THE ACTOR I WOULD WANT

TO PLAY ME IN A MOVIE OF MY LIFE IS… Danny DeVito for Gabi and The Rock for Phillip.

Why not right?

MY DREAM VACATION WOULD BE TO… Italy, drink-

ing wine and eating cheese.

MY WORDS OF WISDOM TO ASPIRING BUSINESS OWNERS… Always remember your family’s needs for love and connection and put that first.

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KIDS’ CORNER

TOUCHDOWN! TAKING YOUR KIDS TO A PROFESSIONAL FOOTBALL GAME

By Jill “MamaBug” Frier

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ootball season has arrived! A football game is a great way to get your kids out of the house on the weekend and can be a fun, outdoor and indoor learning experience for the whole family. We have been Cardinals season ticket holders for many years and always enjoy going to the games. This year we got an extra ticket so our seven year old can attend all of the home games with us. She has been to a few games over the years, but is now old enough to appreciate the noise, excitement and commence cheering for our team.

Attending a football game is a major event and can cost a lot of money, so take time to plan ahead and maximize your enjoyment. Here are a few things we recommend when taking a kid to a professional football game.

• Tickets: Scope out your seats and buy tickets in a location that works best for your family. Upper level seating can be a bit quieter and is less expensive. While the club level is more expensive, it also has a less rowdy crowd and great options for taking care of restless or over stimulated children. Be aware that you must have a ticket for your child (although an

infant who is small enough can sit on your lap - check with team’s website before you go to verify what age gets in free).

• Parking: Know where to park and the directions for getting into the parking lot and then the stadium. The parking lots range from near to far and cover a huge area – take time to know where you plan to park and, if possible, purchase passes in advance to make walking into the stadium easier.

• Food: Anticipate meal times and plan food purchases and locations before you go. There are many food options in the stadium, but Westgate also has tons of great places to eat – better food at a better price. Plan mealtimes to make sure your kids stay on schedule and avoid the crankiness.

You are not allowed to bring snacks and beverages into the stadium.

• Safety: Plan your safety and exit strategies – know how to keep track of your children and when to bail on watching the game.

• Pre-Game Activities: There are many activities for both adults and kids to enjoy before the game. The Cardinals organization loves kids and provides events inside the gates for people waiting to enter the stadium, including: cheerleader autographs, football toss, photos, food, gift shops, freebies and handouts and much more.

• Participate in the Cardinals Kids Club: The Kids Club is open to kids aged 5 to 13, the Cardinals Kids Club is a great way to help your kids get excited about going to a football game. Some of the benefits of Kids Club include the opportunity for kids to hangout with players after training camp practice, be a Training Camp Junior Reporter, and even sign up to be randomly selected as a Kids Club Captain at

home game Coin Toss. A few other highlights for kids include: the Cardinals mascot, Big Red, the Cardinals Cheerleaders, the Junior Cheer program, and the NFL Newborn Fan Club.

• Be prepared for noise and hoopla: There is some controversy among fans about whether a professional football game is an appropriate venue for a child. With that in mind, please remember that a football crowd can be loud, very excited and at times can become really rowdy. If you are concerned about exposing your child to adults engaging in less than adult-like behavior, check out the stadium layout in advance to find places to take your kid to get out of the crowd. Many parents also bring headphones and a mobile device with movies, music or games to help smaller children avoid the noise. My advice – you know your kid best. Think about how they will react to huge, noisy crowds and sudden loud sounds. Some kids absolutely love football – others not so much.

The most important thing to prepare for is to have fun and enjoy cheering for your team. Football is a game, and games are all about having fun.

This should be a fun adventure with your kids - make it one of the lifetime memories for your whole family.

Watch Ladybug’s Blog for more ideas at www.LadybugsBlog.com

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COVER STORY IT’S BBQ SEASON IN PHOENIX! DO IT UP RIGHT WITH THESE EXPERT TIPS

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any parts of the country consider the summer season to be prime time to head to the backyard and fire up the barbeque grill. Not in Phoenix! With record temps for part of the summer this year, many folks avoided any activity outside, let alone standing in front of a blazing hot grill. Nope - for those of us fortunate enough to live in the Valley, peak BBQ season starts a little

later in the year once our temps get below scorching.

Take heart – we’re almost there!

Now that the record-setting heat is behind us, we’re all preparing to enter the time of year that makes us most glad we live in Arizona.

This is the best time for backyard activities, and that includes grilling your favorite mouth-watering foods. There’s nothing better than

a backyard cookout to bring friends and family together in a common interest – eating great grub!

Just in time for prime BBQ season, we’ve put together 3 tips from the experts at BBQ Grill Cleaners (BBQGrillCleaners.com) to make the most of your grilling experience.

1. START WITH PREMIUM INGREDIENTS, AND GET CREATIVE Steaks, burgers, and kebobs (oh my!) are all delicious on the grill, and they’re even better when you use premium meats and the freshest veggies. Go with leaner cuts whenever possible to minimize the fat dripping into your grill, which can result in flare-ups and a less than healthy char on your food.

Using the right temperatures for the types of food you’re cooking makes a big difference, too. And don’t be afraid to get creative with your flavors! Out of the ordinary seasonings, rubs, and marinades can spice things up and add variety to your ordinary grilling lineup.

2. CLICK… CLICK… CLICK… THAT’S THE SOUND OF YOUR IGNITOR SPARKING AN EMPTY PROPANE TANK

There’s nothing quite as frustrating as getting your food all prepared and your taste buds all fired up, only to walk out to a grill that won’t start. Except maybe having the propane run out while you’re still cooking! If it’s been a while since you last used your grill, be sure to check your tank to make sure it’s properly connected, and that you have enough fuel to get the job done. If your grill is running on natural gas, it’s a good idea to look everything over, check for corrosion, and make sure everything is operating as it should.

3. KEEP YOUR FOOD AS HEALTHY AND CLEAN AS POSSIBLE BY GETTING YOUR GRILL THOROUGHLY CLEANED It’s not a pleasant subject, but chances are good that rodents, bugs, and other critters have been calling your BBQ grill home. Attracted by remnants of past grilling, mice and other pests come to your grill while you’re not using it, often leaving droppings and bacteria. Not something you want near your food! Getting your grill cleaned thoroughly is the best way to make sure you’re cooking on a grill that’s healthy and will keep your food tasting delicious.

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CHICKEN LEGS 20-30 mins, flip every 5-7 mins

BEEF PATTIES 10-16 minutes, turning once

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EDUCATION

HUMANA FOUNDATION SCHOLARSHIP AWARDS

CHILDREN OF LOCAL HUMANA ASSOCIATES RECEIVE SCHOLARSHIPS FOR 2017-18 SCHOOL YEAR

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he Humana Foundation, the philanthropic arm of Humana Inc. (NYSE: HUM), has announced 75 winners of college scholarships awarded by its Scholarship Program. Two of the $3,000 scholarship recipients reside in Arizona.

the scholarship award. This year, 155 students had their scholarships renewed for the 2017-18 academic year.

The scholarship program is designed to help finance the college education of children of Humana associates.

Annual awards are renewable for four years or until the undergraduate degree is obtained, with a total possible award of $12,000.

Kaila Monahan from Deer Valley.

Kaila will attend Baylor University in Waco, Texas, and will study Medical Humanities. She is the daughter of Humana associate JJ Monahan.

This year’s award recipients were chosen from 466 nationwide applicants based on their academic achievement, leadership and character.

Applicants may be high school seniors, high school graduates or college students who are planning to pursue an academic degree fulltime the fall of the year following

KAILA MONAHAN

The first-time, Arizona winners – and the colleges/universities they will attend this fall are:

Sierra Hermenau from Litchfield Park. Sierra is attending the University of Washington in Seattle and is pursuing a double major of English and Japanese. She is the daughter of Humana associate Alex Bishop.

Since 1991, the Humana Foundation has invested $14.2 million to assist children of Humana associates in their pursuit of higher education.

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EDUCATION NVCA PRE-K-12 CAMPUS NOW OPEN

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orth Valley Christian Academy announced today that its new 72,000 square foot campus, located at 33655 N. 27th Drive, Phoenix, 85085, just south of Tramonto, opened as scheduled on August 16, 2017. The unique design will provide an educational environment that supports collaborative, social interactive, and project-based learning. The new school is designed with state-of-the arts tools supported with a strong digital platform.

The 21st century designed campus will provide a Christ-centered liberal arts education for 600+ students, grades Pre-K through 12. With the addition of high school, the new school will offer an expanded curriculum in a blended, project based learning environment. Enabled with a strong digital platform, students have increased flexibility in learning while benefiting from a full range of athletic programs, performing arts, and STEM classes. The classrooms and collaborative areas form an integrated network of ‘collaborative maker spaces’ that allow students to work together, explore and innovate in teams and learn from one another in solving real world problems. Nate Kretzmann, Executive Director, stated that ‘the NVCA experience is designed to teach students to think critically, analyze and develop a lifelong passion for learning’. He further states that ‘today’s students want to

create and learn simultaneously. They want access to content quickly in a format that is actionable to solving real world problems.’

With the expansion of the campus, NVCA now offers programs through the arts, sports, competitive athletics, leadership and service projects. The arts from dance to music to theatre and the visual arts are designed to give NVCA students a unique means of expression, capturing their passion and emotions, and allowing them to explore new ideas, subject matter,

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“We are blessed and excited to see this remarkable new campus move towards completion.’ Kretzmann further noted that ‘we are excited to be able to offer students a strong biblicalbased academic education as well as a foundational education that develops strong social skills and emotional intelligence of our students.

NVCA is still enrolling for the 20172018 academic year. For further information, contact Lori Fox at lorif@ northvalleyca.org, Natalie Gilliland at natalieg@northvalleyca.org or 623.551.3454. Enrollment information is also available on the website at www.gonvca.org NVCA is an independent K-12 Christian school, fully accredited by the National Lutheran Schools Association (NLSA), Association of Christian Schools, Int’l. (ACSI), and AdvancED (AED)

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C O M M E R C I A L

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The market is strong today and developers are pushing forward with new product. Our summer slow down comes from the operators, buyers, consumers, and tenants. It’s the middle class, small businesses that are having enough success to move up, grow bigger, expand their locations, where much of our business comes from. These are the groups that feel enough progress, upturn in their market, to actually take a vacation this summer again. It’s a return to normalcy.

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R E S I D E N T I A L

REAL ESTATE

THE MILLENNIALS ARE COMING!

By Shelley Sakala

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rom approximately 1980-2005, the largest generation in history was born: Millennials. There are 80 million of them – and now they’re buying homes. If you’re wondering how that’s possible, remember that someone born in 1982 turns 35 this year. That’s well into the zone of marriage, starting a family and buying a house. Like every generation, Millennials have their own unique styles, tastes and interests that may not align with those of previous generations. Their grandparents are Baby Boomers and their parents are Generation X. It’s a long way from Perry Como to Katy Perry.

The customer is changing, but we’ve still got homes to sell. That’s why it’s critical for anyone selling a home to update his or her approach. There’s no shortage of info about getting into the minds of the Millennials, but here are three critical things sellers (and their Realtors) can do to help get homes sold.

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a smartphone – and many don’t even own a laptop or desktop computer.

If they can’t see your house on their iPhones, you’re toast.

2. BE PREPARED TO DO BUSINESS VIA TEXT The overwhelming majority of Millennials prefer to communicate by texting. This doesn’t mean you should go crazy with the emojis but at least be comfortable with bitesized messages and quick responses.

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3. FEATURE WHAT’S IMPORTANT TO THEM, NOT TO YOU Recent studies of Millennials show they place a higher priority on solar panels and pet-friendly properties than on traditional selling points like good school districts and quiet cul-de-sacs. It has made us rethink they way we present a home online.

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MOVIES

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Renegades

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Battle Of The Sexes (Limited Release)

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Reviewed by A.D. Beal DUNKIRK Telling three interconnected stories, Dunkirk focuses on the 1940 evacuation of British and French troops as the German army advances closer.

Christopher Nolan’s latest has it all. The entire cast (from the heavyweights like Tom Hardy and Mark Rylance to the newcomers like Fionn Whitehead to Harry Styles) work great whether on their own or together, despite very little dialogue.

The film goes at a breathless pace that constantly keeps you at the edge of your seat. It’s one of the best looking films, with cinematographer Hoyte van Hoytema (Interstellar) providing some of his best work yet. It also helps that the film was shot on film, and I highly recommend you find a theater playing it in 70MM.

ANNABELLE: CREATION Annabelle: Creation focuses on a couple that bring in a group of orphans, but find that something that could be their long dead daughter is haunting the girls

THE DARK TOWER Based on the novel series by Stephen King, The Dark Tower focuses on the quest of the last remaining Gunslinger, Roland, and Jake, a boy who sees visions of The Man In Black, to stop him from destroying the title tower.

Between Annabelle: Creation and Ouija: Origin Of Evil, I like this trend of prequels to bad movies that are far superior. Director David F. Sandberg (Lights Out) shows his talents in building suspension and giving of genuinely effective jump scares (even if they do go a bit overboard). Most of the performances, from Janice (Talitha Bateman) and Linda (Lulu Wilson) have a believable friendship, to the Mullins’ (Anthony LaPaglia and Miranda Otto) and Sister Charlotte (Stephanie Sigman), do give the sense of dread that the film is going for. The film does cleverly tie into the first Annabelle despite mostly being a standalone film (and also justifies a plot point the first film that always bugged me), though how would be veering into spoiler territory. Also, stick around until the end credits to get a small peek for what The Conjuring universe has next.

I’ll be upfront: I haven’t read any of the Dark Tower books prior to the film, so I’m judging it on its own. And to be fair, director and co-writer Nikolaj Arcel (A Royal Affair) did do an okay job with what he had. Idris Elba and newcomer Tom Taylor work well together as Roland and Jake, respectively, and the film does have some nice cinematography. However, the film’s plot reeks of cliches, and I felt that the film doesn’t feel very grandiose, despite the story they were trying to tell. Also, shame on this movie for wasting the talents of Jackie Earle Haley (Watchmen) and Abbey Lee (Mad Max: Fury Road).

WIND RIVER When a teenager is found murdered on a Native American reservation, a tracker (Jeremy Renner) and an FBI agent work together to find her murderer.

Taylor Sheridan, writer of Sicario and Hell Or High Water, proves his talent in directing as well with this film. Despite the film’s nearly two hour runtime, the film never feels like it’s dragging. It pulls no punches, and the main characters are flawed, but you feel sympathy for them. I really can’t say much more, you just have to see it.

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COMING TO THE VALLEY

PVCC AT BLACK MOUNTAIN UNVEILS NEW TELESCOPE ON SEPTEMBER 14

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n September 14, Paradise Valley Community College at Black Mountain will unveil its 14 inch Cassegrain telescope for a first light viewing party from 7:00-9:45 PM. “First light” refers to the first time that a telescope is used to take an astronomical image. The telescope, located on the PVCC at Black Mountain campus, collects 3,136 times more light than the human eye. It will allow viewers to see the colors of the Orion nebula, storms on Jupiter, and the structure of the Andromeda galaxy that is located 2.5 million light years away.

“This new telescope will allow PVCC students to conduct research on variable and binary stars from the observatory dome, in the classroom, and even re-

motely from the Union Hills Campus,” said Jenny Weitz, Professor of Astronomy at Paradise Valley Community College. “It will also give the public gorgeous views of planets and nebulae during our popular Star Parties.”

dent that this new telescope will serve as a catalyst for enhancing learning and community engagement around astronomy, physics and related sciences.”

Paradise Valley Community College partners with the Phoenix Astronomical Society to provide students, faculty, and members of the community with opportunities to explore the dark night skies of Cave Creek/Carefree.

Prior to the first light viewing party, there will be a STEAM night highlighting health and emergency medicine through hands on activities. The STEAM night will run from 6:00-7:00 PM. Both events are free and open to the public. To RSVP, email events@ pasaz.org.

“We are constantly striving to bring learning alive at PVCC as well as finding ways to actively engage students and community members as learners.” said Paradise Valley Community College President, Paul Dale. “I am confi-

Paradise Valley Community College at Black Mountain is a satellite site of Paradise Valley Community College. It is located in the northern part of Maricopa County, just south of Carefree Highway.

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The 101 Referral Network Fall Magical Mixer Rick Bronson’s HOUSE OF COMEDY 5350 E. High Street, Suite 105, Phoenix, AZ 85054

Monday, October 9 • 5:30-8pm

Open to Professionals, Business Owners & Friends • Mix and Mingle with Scottsdale Business Owners • Enjoy Award-winning Magician Eric Giliam • Entertainment by Comedy Ventriloquist Chuck Field • Open cash bar & delicious food menu • Participate in a 50/50 raffle • Shop with over 25 Local Vendors Author - Keith Mueller • BASC Expertise • Cruise Planners • Deer Valley Times Newspaper Dutchman Spa Service • Fibi & Clo of New York • KFNX - Independent Talk Radio Lipsense • Lularoe • Makeup Eraser • Maricopa County Chamber • Mansfield Tech Solutions NetworkingPhoenix.com • North Tatum Times Newspaper • Paint Night Phoenix • Party Time Mixes Pawsitive Friendships • People’s Mortgage • Phoenix Metro Chamber • Rodan and Fields Shape Up Us • Suitable Extensions • The Beamer • Thirty One Gifts • Plus More!

Supporting local charity Pawsitive Friendships SPONSORS:

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G R A N D O P E N I N G!

NORTERRA

FREE 1 Week Pass!

Come experience the difference!

Nutrition Coaching available • Onsite Childcare

“Take care of your body, its the only place you have to live.”

- Jim Rohn 623-312-3641 1125 W. Pinnacle Peak Rd. #135

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