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Prosecutor speaks up to save lives BY TOM SCANLON

West Valley View Managing Editor

NEWS .............. 3 Goodyear celebrates its 75th birthday

FEATURES .... 15 Ballet teams with Goodyear for virtual show

YOUTH ......... 18 Local Boys and Girls clubs get support

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January 20, 2021

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In two decades as a Maricopa County prosecuting attorney, Gina Godbehere has seen some grisly crime scenes. Though her main function is to prove guilt in court, she takes a boots-on-the-ground approach, arriving at murder scenes as police are still identifying witnesses and investigators taking photos of those who were living just minutes before. Godbehere investigates dozens of homicides each year and has seen it all — shootings, stabbings, horrific car wrecks. What she saw five years ago at Independence High School in Glendale buckled her knees: Two 15-year-olds were dead after a murder-suicide. When she arrived at the campus the morning of Feb. 12, 2016, police officers were putting up crime scene tape and helicopters flying overhead. “What was different was all of the parents in the blocked-off areas. You could just see in their faces the sense of urgency,” Godbehere said.

She paused in her description to compose herself. “I’m a mother of two girls and can’t imagine that happening to my daughters — the school is on lockdown and a lot of anxiety, ﬁguring out what we had and making sure the school was safe,” she said. As the investigation unfolded, it only disturbed the veteran prosecutor more. “In the days after, we heard there was some indication that (the shooter) had got a gun and had some conversations with other people. But nobody took that threat seriously,” Godbehere said. “When you think about that, with almost every shooting that occurs it’s the same story: When you look back, there’s warning signs.” Another reason the Independence High tragedy hit Godbehere so hard was it was in her backyard. She was raised in Peoria and educated in Glendale, ﬁrst at Cactus High, then at Glendale Community College. She moved to then-sleepy Goodyear two decades

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Gina Godbehere, right, a Maricopa County prosecuting attorney, is one of the founders of Speak Up, Stand Up, Save a Life. She is shown at a previous conference with co-founder and Pendergast Superintendent Dr. Lily Matos DeBlieux, left, and keynote speaker Jeremy Anderson. (Photo courtesy Speak Up, Stand Up, Save a Life)

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West Valley View Managing Editor

Pandemic pessimists and oasis optimists alike have reason to dig into their views. COVID-19 continues to ravage the West Valley, with a stunning acceleration of the spread over the last week.

West Valley coronavirus numbers surged far past the marker of 100 cases per 100,000 in a one-week period that is considered “substantial spread.” Litchﬁeld Park and Waddell topped 800 cases per 100,000, Buckeye and Goodyear went over 900 cases per 100,000, and Avondale and Tolleson breached 1,000 COVID-19

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Speak...continued from page 1 ago to start a family. In 2016, the Independence High horror was on her mind when she attended the Leadership West conference in Goodyear. Godbehere was on a panel with then-Glendale Police Chief Debora Black and Dr. Lily Matos DeBlieux, the Pendergast Elementary School District superintendent. “We were talking about missed warning signs. How can we get youth when they see something to speak up?” Godbehere recalled. “Dr. Lily was there and said, ‘We tell kids to speak up all the time — but they never do.’ So we thought, ‘Why don’t we put together a conference. If kids see something, they actually say something.’ We wanted youth to know it’s not being a tattletale or a snitch. They can speak up.” Months later, Godbehere and DeBlieux launched Speak Up, Stand Up, Save a Life. The conference clicked with communities around the West Valley. More districts heard about it each year, as the conference grew to huge crowds last year at Grand Canyon University Arena. “Who would have thought we would have 10,000 people? It’s exciting,” Godbehere said. Due to the COVID-19 pandemic, the 2021 Speak Up, Stand Up, Save a Life conference is virtual. Parts of the Jan. 19 conference will be shown at speakstandsave.com, which also has highlights from the 2020 conference. Though she said she will miss the electricity of kids in-person buzzing in groups, Godbehere thinks the virtual conference will help spread the message even more, with the conference expanding to include parents and family members of students.

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The mission of the conference: “encouraging students to speak up to a trusted adult about depression, suicide, grief, abuse and bullying is the first step toward saving a life.” As Godbehere put it, “As a community, stop that stigma of being a snitch or a tattletale. … We’re bringing all the stakeholders together. Everyone knows we have a problem with people missing warning signs.” DeBlieux said Godbehere is more than just a co-founder of the conference. “Gina has been the glue that has held the organization together. Her vision and insight have helped save lives. She has raised funds for the conference, collaborated with community partners and put her heart and soul into the organization,” the Pendergast leader said. “Gina is a true rock star, a great friend and colleague — and we are grateful for her servant leadership,” DeBlieux said.

Homicides rising Working with kids, Godbehere thinks back to her days at Cactus High. “I presented a speech in English, and my teacher (Lyn Whaley) asked me if I ever thought of being an attorney,” she said. “I thought I was going to be a teacher until that day.” While attending Glendale Community College, she started working at the Glendale City Court, still living at her family home in Peoria near Thunderbird Acres. “Where I grew up, it was all cotton fields,” she said. “It was a great place to live.” Godbehere moved to Tempe, studying law at ASU, where she quickly ruled out criminal defense or corporate law. “I always wanted to be a prosecuting attorney. I have a lot of family involved in law enforcement, and I wanted to represent the victims of crime,” Godbehere said.

After law school, Godbehere started working at the Maricopa County Attorney’s Office, where she helped develop the first Juvenile Drug Court. With homicides skyrocketing during the pandemic, Godbehere shakes her head at the growing pile of murder cases on her desk. “I have seen in my (homicide cases) a large number of younger defendants who were just making spontaneous decisions. … I’ve seen a lot of impulsive behavior by young adults with weapons. Like the shooting at the (Desert Sky) mall. That’s heartbreaking — a 15-year-old who lost his life after having words with the wrong person,” Godbehere said, referring to the March shooting of a teenager after an argument. Daymond Deray Hayes was arrested and charged with murder. “And then there was a young kid who lost his life Christmas morning after coming home from work,” she said, referring to the West Phoenix murder of 18-year-old Tyler Cardiel. “We’re seeing senseless loss of life.” According to the Phoenix Police Department, homicides and aggravated assaults increased by 25% in 2020 over 2019. While most of the West Valley has not seen huge jumps in murders, homicides significantly increased in Glendale. In 2019, 19 murders happened in Glendale. The average number of homicides in the city from 2009-19 was 16. In 2020, the Glendale Police Department investigated 26 homicides. That is the highest number in 12 years and about 40% higher than the average. “We are seeing a huge spike (in homicides) because of the pandemic across the county. We’re also seeing a spike in domestic violence,” Godbehere said. “We’re also seeing an increase in substance abuse. That and financial stress

with people losing their jobs can lead to domestic abuse,” she said. “We just know substance abuse often plays into things and spontaneous decisions. Being isolated, they’re letting loose — maybe from being cooped up,” she said. She called the rise in violent crime “unprecedented. And scary.” During the pandemic, Godbehere has worked from her Goodyear home, except when she is at a crime scene or in court. Being home so much, she spends more time with her teenage daughters — and has to monitor her husband, a computer programmer. “He loves watching ‘Unsolved Mysteries’ and all the crime shows,” Godbehere said with a chuckle. There’s even a popular cable show called “The First 48,” which follows murder investigations. “He loves that show,” she said. Her, not so much: “It’s kind of my life. As on the TV show, talking to family members is a grim task. “You meet with the next of kin, they want answers and they want justice. You can’t bring their loved one back. Which is why I love the fact of preventing (killings) from occurring,” she said. “The worst part of my job is seeing the pain in the next of kin and knowing no matter what you did, you aren’t going to make the pain go away and make them whole. A lot of time it’s a senseless death they’re never going to completely understand,” Godbehere said. With grieving family members grasping to make sense of horrific acts of violence that snatch their loved ones away, this homicide attorney perhaps has the perfect name. “I kept my name after I got married,” Godbehere said. “It gives a lot of comfort to my victims’ families.” Tom Scanlon can be reached at tscanlon@ timespublications.com.

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Goodyear celebrates ‘Big 7-5’ with virtual ceremony BY WEST VALLEY VIEW STAFF

The city of Goodyear plans to celebrate its 75th anniversary throughout 2021. A small ceremony at the city’s oldest community park, Loma Linda Park, will be streamed live on the city’s website and Facebook page at 10 a.m. Friday, Jan. 22. The ceremony will include remarks by a local historian and Goodyear resident, a video with early city developers and a proclamation by Mayor Georgia Lord. “Goodyear is thriving, and we look forward to celebrating with our residents all the things that make it a great time to be in

Goodyear,” Lord said. “The celebrations might look different with the pandemic, but our common pride and love for the city will still shine.” The ceremony will also include a special video to formally unveil the Goodyear Hearts. The Goodyear Hearts have quickly gained the attention of residents. Standing 5 feet tall, “the 10 hearts located across the city are hard to miss and proving to be Instagram worthy,” said Lord. Each heart was painted by a Valley artist and represents a decade of the city’s history and its future. For more information, visit goodyearaz.gov/75.

The unveiling of “the Goodyear Hearts” will help the city celebrates its 75th birthday with an online event at 10 a.m. Friday, Jan. 22. (Photo courtesy city of Goodyear)

During strong ﬁnancial year, Buckeye to hire more BY SARA CASTRO

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Despite the uncertainty of the economy due to the pandemic, the Buckeye City Council approved hiring for nine full-time and two part-time positions, as well as increasing two part-time water department positions to full time. These nine positions were requested at the Buckeye City Council Jan. 5 meeting. Five positions were requested in development services, and four positions were requested in engineering. “These nine positions will help the staff meet the demands of the increasing work volume this year,” said Human Resources Director Nancy Love. Despite closures and slowdowns during the COVID-19 pandemic, businesses in Buckeye have been doing well, according to information provided by the city. In June 2020, retail taxes received by

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Vaccine...continued from page 1 and Prevention data, Arizona has been the state with the highest spread in the country — yet the West Valley is many times above the state average is 125 cases per 100,000 in the last seven days. The national average is 71 cases per 100,000. While the deadly disease — more than 11,000 in Arizona have died from COVID-19, with 4,700 deaths in Maricopa County — rages, an oasis in the form of vaccines has arrived. Health care workers and emergency responders began receiving COVID-19 vaccines in mid-December. The second group, including those over 75, started getting vaccine shots at State Farm Stadium, Abrazo West and some pharmacies last week. This week, plans are in place to expand to those 65 and older. Jodi Castle, who lives in Goodyear and works at Dignity Health Emergency Care in Glendale, received the first of the twodose regimen two days before Christmas. “After that dose, I just had a slight sore arm,” she said. She got the second shot Jan. 12. “I was fine the first day. But the next day I woke up feeling feverish, temp of

only 99.6, so higher than usual but not a fever,” she said. She said she had a slight headache and body aches, which she attributes to side effects of the vaccine. “One of my ER doctors says it’s normal to feel that as it’s your immune system kicking in to combat what it thinks is the virus,” she said. It’s a small price to pay for potential defense from the disease, she said. “The ERs and hospitals have been so overwhelmed. We are exhausted, so I’m very excited to be a part of the solution,” Castle said. She noted she had COVID-19 in July. “I recovered just fine in a couple weeks, thankfully, as so many don’t,” she said. The Arizona Department of Health Services said it will offer vaccine doses to adults 65 and older starting Tuesday, Jan. 19. Registration is required. Appointments can be made at podvaccine.azdhs.gov. As 80% of deaths have come in the 65-and-older population, health officials are optimistic vaccines will protect the elderly. At Glencroft Center for Modern Aging in Glendale, the largest continuing care retirement community in Arizona, due to

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the post-holiday spike, “We have opened a COVID isolation ward and have a handful of recovering patients there, and the hospitals are asking us to take more, but none have been infected in our building,” said Scott McClintock. But, the chief strategy officer added, “What’s really different now though is the availability of vaccines. On Jan. 7 and 12, all of our long-term care residents and most of our staff were vaccinated, giving us clear optimism about soon returning to a more normal life without the ever-present fear of COVID.” As one of the first five points of delivery (POD), Abrazo West in Goodyear has been a key player in the vaccine rollout. “We are very proud of the Abrazo West Campus staff, providers, partners and volunteers who helped operationalize the vaccination POD,” said Abrazo West CEO Christina Oh. “Our preparations helped ensure that those who were registered for Phase 1A first dose vaccinations went through the process as efficiently as possible. The POD reopened Jan. 11 for second doses and the initial Phase 1B vaccinations for those who registered online. It has been quite busy, and we commend everyone for their commitment to helping at our site. The volunteers and staff delivering vaccines across the Valley are truly a part of history.” County health officials stress they are waiting for more supplies of the vaccine — and, as both Pfizer and Moderna shots are being administered, to make sure first and second shots match. “Individuals can sign up as soon as there are appointments that are available in the 21 to 28 days out from when they received their first dose,” said Ron Coleman, a Maricopa County spokesman. “So they should look at their vaccine card and see what date is listed (to) return and the manufacturer of vaccine they had; be sure to choose a site that offers the same type.” While a handful of pharmacies are now providing vaccines, plans are for a rollout with hundreds of pharmacies giving shots — but it all depends on supplies being doled out by the federal government. For first and second shots, Coleman said, “Appointments are being opened up as more vaccine becomes available. Maricopa County continues to work with community partners to make more locations available.” In the first few days of the 1B vaccinations, more than 12,000 received shots at State Farm Stadium.

“This is positive, encouraging news as we scale up our vaccination capacity in Arizona,” said Arizona Department of Health Services Director Dr. Cara Christ. “It’s clear that Arizonans are excited about the opportunity to receive the COVID-19 vaccine. We’re working around the clock to meet that demand. “As the federal government ships more vaccine doses to Arizona, we will have more vaccine sites and appointments available soon.” Several who posted comments on the West Valley View’s Facebook page said side effects were similar to a slight flu. After a first shot, Jayneil Ingels reported “fatigue, very sore arm, aches, headache within 30 min. Lingered for three days. Second shot, felt great for 12 hours then chills, aches, sweating. I woke up a little better but muscles still tired.” Holly Capp said after her first dose, “not one single side effect.” After the second shot, “Had the side effects that were expected. Chills, headache, body aches, joint pain. Wasn’t fun but only lasted one day. Not a big deal.” Her recommendation: “Take the next day off, if you can. … Still worth every minute of the discomfort! Get it!” Ditto for Rainy Baldwin-stanton. After her first shot, “Honestly, I feel amazing! I get my second vaccine on (Jan. 23). If I could get it now I would. I feel like such a huge weight is slowly being lifted.” Starting Tuesday, Jan. 19, those in groups prioritized for vaccination can register for available appointments at State Farm Stadium and multiple other vaccination sites at podvaccine.azdhs.gov. Information about all vaccination sites across Arizona can be found at azhealth. gov/findvaccine. Those without computer access or needing extra help registering can call 1-844-542-8201 to be connected with someone who can assist. A note from the state: “You can use the patient portal at podvaccine.azdhs.gov to make an appointment for a relative in a prioritized group, such as someone 75 or older. Those scheduled for vaccination will need to show identification upon arrival to the vaccination site demonstrating they qualify for phases 1A or priority 1B. To learn more about COVID-19 vaccines and vaccination, visit azdhs.gov/ COVID19Vaccines. Tom Scanlon can be reached at tscanlon@ timespublications.com.

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West Valley lawmakers split as Trump impeached by House for a second time BY HALEIGH KOCHANSKI Cronkite News

No Arizona lawmakers broke party ranks Jan. 13 as the House impeached President Donald Trump on a mostly party-line vote, just one week after a deadly mob attack on the Capitol that critics said was incited by the president. The 232-197 vote also comes 13 months after Trump was first impeached by the House, making him the only president in U.S. history to be impeached twice. Unlike the earlier vote, however, 10 Republicans joined all Democrats to impeach. But all four Arizona GOP lawmakers stood by Trump, who leaves office in a week. And the articles of impeachment still must be heard by the Senate, which is not expected to take them up until after President-elect Joe Biden is sworn in to replace Trump Jan. 20. “This … sets a dangerous precedent for our nation,” said Rep. Debbie Lesko, a Republican who represents parts of Goodyear, Litchfield Park, Glendale and Peoria. “If Congress is going to impeach a president, it must … only be done after intense debate and deliberation, not rushed through at the 11th hour to make a political point.” Republicans accused House Democrats of pursuing an impeachment that will have little practical effect except to satisfy a vendetta they have harbored since Trump took office. But Democrats said Trump’s incitement of an insurrection cannot be ignored. “Donald Trump is not just incompetent. He’s not just corrupt. He’s downright dangerous and should never be allowed to hold public office again,” Rep. Ruben Gallego, a Democrat who represents parts of Tolleson, Phoenix and Glendale, said in a statement after the vote. “That’s why we are voting to impeach him.” Rep. Raúl M. Grijalva, a Democrat who represents parts of Goodyear and Buckeye, voted to impeach Trump after calling him “a clear and present danger to this country and must face consequences for his actions. I will vote to impeach Trump for a second time because calls of ‘unity’ will not stop the treacherous situations Trump continues to encourage.”

The impeachment resolution said the pro-Trump crowd that stormed the Capitol on Jan. 6, as Congress was certifying the results of the presidential election, was motivated by Trump’s repeated false claims that the election was stolen. It said that at a rally that day, he “willfully made statements that, in context, encouraged — and foreseeably resulted in — lawless action at the Capitol” that included “violent, deadly, destructive and seditious acts” during an hours-long assault in which five people, including a Capitol Police officer, died. The resolution also said the president “endangered the security of the United States and its institutions of government, threatened the integrity of the democratic system, interfered with the peaceful transition of power, and imperiled a coequal branch of the government.” In remarks to reporters the day before the House action, Trump called the impeachment “a continuation of the greatest witch hunt in the history of politics. It’s ridiculous.” Trump has insisted in recent days that his actions on Jan. 6 were “totally appropriate,” and he has repeatedly issued statements calling for nonviolence by his followers. The most recent came Jan. 13, when he cited reports of possible violent protests around the country as Inauguration Day approaches, telling supporters “there must be NO violence, NO lawbreaking and NO vandalism of any kind.” The 2019 impeachment charged Trump with abuse of power and obstruction of Congress for his apparent attempt to coerce the president of Ukraine to find incriminating information on Biden. It passed the House by an almost identical vote to Wednesday’s impeachment resolution, but died in the Senate last January. The new article of impeachment now heads to a Senate that is no longer controlled by Republicans. Even though several GOP senators have indicated they would vote for impeachment, however, Democrats are still well shy of the two-thirds majority needed to convict. Rep. Andy Biggs, R-Gilbert, criticized Democrats, promising, “Instead of stopping the Trump train, his movement will grow stronger.”

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West Valley View Staff Writer

Gov. Doug Ducey highlighted business success in a West Valley version of his earlier State of the State speech. In a Jan. 13 virtual meeting sponsored by WESTMARC, Ducey also discussed the COVID-19 vaccine rollout, the violence at the U.S Capitol and educational concerns Gov. Doug Ducey praised the new White Claw production facility, above. It and neighbor Red Bull will bring hunabout distance learning. of jobs to the West Valley. Ducey addressed ques- dreds (West Valley View photo by Pablo Robles) tions about the economic effects of the COVID-19 pandemic. vaccine. I’m not going to get it before “If you go back a year ago today … my grandmother.” our state was booming,” he said. “We Ducey addressed educational conwere in the top five states for not only cerns about distance education, espepersonal income growth but economic cially for low-income communities. momentum. Through the pandemic, “Most Arizonans are concerned we’re still in the top five. Our pipeline about their kids and their education has never been more full. and their jobs. … Every student fell be“Places like Tolleson are getting real hind to a certain degree during distance economic development.” learning. We’ve had an achievement Ducey highlighted the new White gap in our state for years,” said Ducey. Claw Hard Seltzer and Red Bull plants “Online learning has not been for our that are neighbors in west Glendale and kids in low-income areas. … Job one Mitek’s industrial expansion coming to is getting kids back up to grade level.” Tolleson. Ducey also spoke out against the “In October, White Claw cut the rib- U.S. Capitol rioters. bon on its new $250 million manufac“All perpetrators should be persecutturing facility in Glendale. … In No- ed to the fullest extent,” said Ducey. “It vember, Red Bull began producing cans should never happen again. … I know that at its 700,000-square-foot factory build- people are divided. It was a very spirited ing in Glendale. Mitek announced it’s election cycle. It’s time that we in leaderexpanding manufacturing jobs, bringing ship positions lead and also look for polinew jobs to Tolleson,” said Ducey. cies that we can come together on.” The West Valley is also the center Looking ahead, Ducey mentioned of Ducey’s COVID-19 vaccine rollout key priorities including broadband explans. pansion, better access to telemedicine, “Arizona’s going to do this fast, and better roads and bridges, better equipbetter than other states. We’ve had a ment/training for law enforcement and real sense of urgency and purpose on criminal justice reform. this. Right in the West Valley at State “We can complete all of this in 2021, Farm Stadium, we’ve got a 24/7 vac- and I am ready,” said Ducey. “Thank cination site. We’re doing about 6,000 you for your families and for our hardvaccinations a day. We want to ramp working doctors and nurses. that up 12,000,” said Ducey. “Get the vaccine.” While prioritizing firefighters, police officers, teachers and older Arizonans, Jakaria Ross can be reached at jross@ Ducey said, “I have not received the timespublications.com.

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PepsiCo looking to expand in Tolleson BY AYANNA MUHAMMAD West Valley View Staff Writer

PepsiCo may be expanding its operations in Tolleson. The company, which is famous for the Pepsi drink but also manufactures Mountain Dew, Doritos and Gatorade, will lease a facility being developed at 75th Avenue and Buckeye Road. The site is slated for a PepsiCo expansion including an e-commerce portion as part of the development, according to the city council agenda packet. PepsiCo already has a production facility in Tolleson less than 20 minutes away from the proposed site. Tolleson City Council members unanimously approved a new agreement Jan. 12. Merit plans to lease 21 acres near Estrella Commerce Park to PepsiCo for e-commerce and distribution. The agreement will last for a minimum of five years. “For years it’s been difficult to put any kind of retail there. … PepsiCo gave me their estimates for about $9 million a year in sales. If you multiply that by five years,

that’s $45 million, and 2.5% of that will come to the city of Tolleson,” said Tolleson Development Services Director Jason Earp. PepsiCo will most likely agree to a 10year lease, Earp said, and he hopes that Tolleson will get 10 to 20 years of business from their facility. The site is expected to be completed by the beginning of November, and PepsiCo will likely be looking to hire new employees for the facility, according to TJ Wead, an investment officer for Merit Partners. The plan for PepsiCo to agree to the lease was met with minimal questions and an abundance of praise. “There’s multiple benefits here, and I think the greatest benefit is that we have a partner that has been a part of Tolleson tradition for a very long time,” Tolleson Mayor Juan Rodriguez said. “It’s development like this that has rendered Tolleson recession proof,” City Manager Reyes Medrano said, adding, “This might be the most active economic development year that we’ve ever had.” Ayanna Muhammad can be reached at amuhammad@timespublications.com.

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Amazon recently donated infrared thermal imaging camera packages to the Goodyear Police and Fire departments. The donation will allow the Goodyear Police and Fire departments to work directly with the manufacturer, FLIR, to acquire equipment and training. “We are very thankful for Amazon’s donation. Amazon is an incredible corporate and community partner. We look forward to using this technology to further enhance our life saving tools,” said Fire Chief Paul Luizzi. “We are humbled by the support we receive from Amazon and overwhelmed by the generosity of this donation. … We will use the FLIR equipment to better equip our officers with the goal of keeping the public safe,” added Police Chief Santiago Rodriguez. (Photo courtesy city of Goodyear)

A REAL LIFE SAVER

The Avondale Fire-Medical Department presented its Life Saving Award to Carolyn Palisch. Early on New Year’s Day, Avondale resident Carolyn Palisch saved her neighbors, the Salgado family, by alerting them that their home was on fire. The family of six was awakened by Palisch frantically knocking on the door and managed to escape unharmed. Her neighborly actions were captured on a Ring camera video. Fire officials believe that without her intervention, the outcome could have resulted in tragedy, as the roof of the home could have collapsed on the Salgados while they were sleeping. (Photo courtesy city of Avondale)

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Foreign memes Editor: Other nations created this war among ourselves by using misinformation, posts and memes designed and distributed to manipulate our populations at the will of other governments. Consider, for a moment, who constructs these memes or posts of right or left “truths.” These falsehoods are actively promoting division to destabilize our populace. We all have friends, family and co-workers who don’t speak based solely on political affiliations. I am confident that many who stormed the Capitol or almost burned down Portland and other cities are decent, hard-working Americans who would normally be friends or at least associate with the other side of the spectrum were it not for this misinformation campaign. In the Cold War, the U.S. used Radio Free Europe to destabilize Eastern Bloc nation governments. Russia, China, Turkey, North Korea, Iran and others are using similar tactics with a more powerful distribution capability than the air waves. These nations are actively shooting at us, not with bullets but with misinformation, and awaiting our fall. I doubt the meme of Trump awarding the Medal of Freedom to the helmeted, fur-wearing rioter was constructed by an American. I expect it was arranged by group on a foreign government payroll in an office and distributed on social me-

dia to inflame the left and incite the right. Realize if our economy destabilizes, the dollar quits being the basis for the world’s currency, our ability to carry firearms or get an abortion or practice free speech won’t matter. Next time you see an inflammatory meme or post, consider its purpose and source. Instead of watching Facebook or Twitter, go talk to your neighbor and practice civility among yourselves. Charles “Corky” Roberts Goodyear

Thanks, but …

Editor: I read the story about Rep. Ruben Gallego this morning. I do thank him for his service, and I appreciate his answering the call to serve. However, when he wants the GOP to save their souls he really shows either much ignorance about what his own party did to steal this election or has no soul himself. Has he not seen the piles and pages of evidence showing blatant sidestepping of the oath all elected are supposed to follow? We have personally seen affidavits sworn to by fellow citizens plus videos of out and out trickery. I beg Gallego to watch Curtis Bowers’ documentaries “Agenda 1 and 2” and then see if he sees the pathway the dems have been sucked into and, more sadly, the rhinos in the GOP. I guarantee he will find it very disturbing. I suspect Ruben is a lifelong Democrat and just doesn’t see or refuses to see just what has/is going on in our very own government. Has he questioned Biden’s huge rise in income? Does he question just who is behind the actual Democratic Party. I was a Democrat at one time, even voted for Obama the first time, realized what he is, so I went indie then GOP. I would really like to hear his response to my questions. Ruben, I am not questioning your intentions, just your actual knowledge about what really happened

to this insidious election. Clyde Jorgensen Goodyear

Commander is responsible

Editor: Everybody, for a moment please imagine a ferry boat with thousands of passengers arriving in a port. This arrival is not a regular one, as a bad storm is underway, which makes the docking maneuver very tricky and requires excellent leadership from the crew. Would you like to be on board this ship, knowing the deputy is leading the crew at this time as the commander of the vessel is taking care of private things such as planning his departure once the ship has landed? At this moment the commander neither cares about his own ship, nor about his passengers on board for whose safety he is responsible and will be held accountable in case of an accident. Wouldn’t that make you consider this person unable to fulfill the task of acting as commander? People other than the commander have to ensure safety of the boat because his personal character prevents him from fulfilling his task.

After such an incident would you really give this person the chance of acting as commander of a large vessel ever again? I wouldn’t. Jan Meier Goodyear

Shocked

Editor: On Jan. 6, we saw a shocking attack on the nation’s Capitol unlike anything we have seen in our lifetime. It attempted to prevent our elected senators and representatives from counting the electoral votes that had been certified by every state. President Trump and other speakers urged the crowd to “fight like hell” to overcome the election with “trial by combat” and go to the Capitol to “kick ass” and “take back our country.” There was tremendous damage, some people died — and it was all based on lies. What is the reaction from the right-wing media? The usual suspects like Hannity, Limbaugh and Newsmax are continuing to push the false narrative that “the election was stolen, so we should understand the frustration and anger of those patriots.” The truth is that there was a free and

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sized into his lungs and the debilitating effects of chemotherapy; about how just He wrestled with kidney cancer for a one of his drugs cost $90,000 a year; decade, fought like a demon, about the months he had but finally Dave Rehnke took spent in court suing to get his last breath on Jan. 11. the workers’ compensation Rehnke worked for 26 he so clearly deserved. years as a firefighter in PeoDon’t let this keep happening, he begged. Don’t make ria, rising to the rank of capfirefighters fight job-related tain. He loved his city, his cancer and bankruptcy sipeers on the front lines and the job — though it was firemultaneously. fighting that killed him. The legislators, unmoved, did nothing to expand the law. I met Rehnke five years ago at the Arizona Legislature, Rehnke continued to advowhere the state’s firefighters cate for his former colleagues DAVID LEIBOWITZ — clients of mine — were year after year. It seemed to pushing to expand the roster of cancers take a little more out of him each time, but presumed to be caused by their profession. he never slowed down, never quit. Of course, fighting a few dozen heartless Rehnke, newly retired from Peoria, was five years into being eaten alive by politicians is nothing compared to beating renal cell carcinoma, a cancer undoubt- back rogue cells intent on murdering you. edly caused by his line of work with its Finally, last February, the Legislature smoke, soot and burning poisons. passed a law expanding the number of He testified before a legislative com- cancers covered by firefighters’ workers’ mittee about how the disease metasta- compensation insurance. BY DAVID LEIBOWITZ West Valley View Columnist

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I’m glad Dave lived long enough to see it, that he had that victory to celebrate. Because in a profession of heroes, Capt. Rehnke was one of a kind — a man fully committed to helping not himself but every other firefighter who wears turnouts today or will one day put on the boots. Dave leaves behind his wife of almost 29 years, Brenda, and their two children Shannon and Dustin. I remember him telling me about getting his diagnosis back in 2011. His doctor gave him a 5% chance of surviving 10 years. Rehnke, who refused to miss seeing his young kids’ teenage years, basically told the doctor 5% was a silly number and that he had no intention of dying. So, he didn’t. Dave rode his bike, screamed at the TV rooting on his beloved Minnesota Vikings, raised a beautiful family and built a lasting legacy for himself as the director of the Arizona chapter of the Fire Fighter Cancer Support Network. At a time when our nation seems awash in selfishness, Rehnke exemplified the

concept of service before self, living one’s life for a cause greater than individual gain. Hunter Clare, president of the Peoria Fire Fighters, put it like this: “This is a guy that continued to fight not only for his family but for everyone in our profession, for each of us, even people who aren’t on the job yet. He had such passion for it. “He didn’t want anyone to go through what he went through, what his family went through. In a profession of people willing to sacrifice, he was willing to sacrifice even more to try to make sure this would never happen again.” I kept the notes from my first conversation with Rehnke, hoping I’d never need them for a story like this. “I know my time is coming eventually,” he said back then. “But before it does, I want to do everything I can to make a difference. I am going to keep fighting because this matters.”

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about the percentage of Americans who think the election was rigged. We know that the vice president cannot reject some electors. We know that Trump defends his rhetoric as “totally appropriate.” And we know that our democracy is threatened by right-wing radicals who will use lies and violence to destroy 240 years of our democratic republic’s values and traditions. It’s time for us to come together to pledge allegiance to the United States of America so once again we will have one nation, under God, indivisible, with liberty and justice for all. John Flynn Goodyear

fair election that Biden won by 306-232 electoral votes and over 7 million popular votes. There was never evidence of significant voter fraud or illegal activity. Every allegation was investigated in courts of law with over 60 judges — some of them Trump appointees — debunking and dismissing the unsupported claims. Every state’s election officials confirmed voting was legal and the count was accurate. But that didn’t stop Trump, Giuliani, Brooks, Hawley and others from trying to stop Congress from doing its job. It didn’t stop them from trying to throw out millions of citizens’ votes. It didn’t stop them from inciting criminal sedition as their deceived and deranged followers tried to tear down American democracy. This is the opposite of patriotism and, for elected officials, including Biggs, Gosar and Lesko, it’s a clear violation of their sworn oath. As of this writing (Jan. 11) we know that the rioters were not Antifa members. We know that the capitol police were not prepared and some of them enabled the attackers. We know that Sen. Cruz lied

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picious nodules in the lungs. The earlier treatment begins, the better your odds. If the screening finds nothing, you can wait a year for another one. One final request: Don’t turn to e-cigarettes. The Food and Drug Administration has found no e-cigarette to be safe and effective in helping smokers quit. Whether vaping is as dangerous as smoking is unsettled science. Vaping, however, coats the lungs with a mist of harmful chemicals, including formaldehyde, the weed-killer arolein, lung-damaging diacetyl and vitamin E, which has been linked to severe lung damage. A new year has begun, and it’s full of potential and possibilities. Make a resolution to kick the habit — and potentially add years to your life. Dr. Rammohan Marla, FACS, FACC, is a board-certiﬁed thoracic surgeon at Cancer Treatment Centers of America in Phoenix.

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Warren & Hagerman Family Dentistry has been providing state-of-the-art dental care to West Valley residents for over 75 years. Located in the heart of Litchfield Park, the slate blue, Dutch-style front door hints at the charming and welcoming atmosphere that awaits inside. Dr. Michael A. Warren, D.D.S., and Dr. Brooklyn R. Hagerman, D.M.D., are partners in this high-end, private dental practice. Drs. Warren and Hagerman use cutting-edge technology and

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implant dentistry. They also offer orthodontic options including Invisalign. Whatever your dental concern may be, you will be grateful to have this dental practice and these exceptional dentists managing your dental care. Warren & Hagerman Family Dentistry is accepting new patients. Call the office at 623-935-9376 to schedule your new-patient appointment. The office is located at 111 W. Wigwam Boulevard, Suite A, Litchfield Park. For more information, visit whfamilydentistry.com.

Make heart health part of your self-care routine BY FAMILY FEATURES

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Wellness Wednesday Don’t waffle on your wellness. Move more, eat a fruit or vegetable you’ve never tried, make a plan to quit smoking or vaping or learn the signs of a heart attack or stroke. You could be having a heart attack if you have chest and upper body pain or discomfort, shortness of breath, cold sweats, nausea or lightheadedness. You might be having a stroke if you experience numbness in the face, arm or leg; confusion; trouble talking or seeing; dizziness; or a severe headache.

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Airman & Family Readiness Center is never the wrong place BY AIRMAN & FAMILY READINESS CENTER

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spouses with the military and alleviate some of these issues. From military protocol to traditions and lingo, Heart Link teaches civilian spouses what their military counterparts deal with daily. Spouses are introduced to the military community. They have an important role to play: keeping up the home front while their spouses are deployed and being a source of support for the airmen. Heart Link, which is geared toward newlyweds, is designed to help connect military members with their spouses. By integrating spouses into the military, it helps to enhance mission readiness. Participants learn about military protocol and military and Air Force traditions including the role of coining and the Air Force song. Learning these things helps them understand military culture. Military Family Life Consultants (MFLC) provides short-term, nonmedical counseling to service members and their families. MFLCs augment existing military support programs worldwide. Through the MFLC Program,

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Taking small steps for lifelong rewards BY MELISSA ELLIOTT, MSW

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During the last year, it has been challenging for everyone to stay engaged, socially connected and partake in meaningful programs. It’s been especially difficult for seniors, who can be vulnerable and isolated. The Area Agency on Aging has adapted to offer virtual versions of its Health Living classes, including Geri-Fit exercise classes and other behavior change courses like chronic disease self-management, living life with chronic pain and diabetes self-management. This February and March, the agency will virtually offer the Aging Mastery Program. Developed by the National Council on Aging, The Aging Mastery Program is a 10-week course that explores topics like fall prevention,

nutrition, exercise, medication management, financial management, emotional health and life care planning. The class is taught by subject-matter experts. Participants receive a workbook and other supplemental materials. “The Aging Mastery Program is great because it is so comprehensive,” said Rose Leyba, the agency’s health promotion coordinator. “It doesn’t just focus on one area like physical health or fall prevention but covers a variety of topics that are important to older adults as they plan for the future.” If you are interested in participating in the Aging Mastery Program, call 602-241-5562 for information and to register. For information on all the classes the Area Agency is offering, call the 24-hour senior helpline at 602-264-4357 or visit the website at aaaphx.org.

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Those who want their homes cleaned can simply sing out: “Louie! Louie!” Louie Picazo Jr. is the owner of the family-based business Home Cleaning Centers of America at 303 W. Van Buren Street, Suite 101, Avondale; 623-248-1928. You can say Picazo graduated from the School of Hard Knocks before starting his professional career. He was born and raised in East Los Angeles and dropped out of school before eventually deciding education was for him after all. He obtained a GED, then earned an undergraduate degree from University of Phoenix in business and marketing. He didn’t stop there, winning a scholarship to Georgetown University in Washington, D.C., where he studied franchise management. Since, Picazo has owned several insurance and franchise businesses, settling into Goodyear 20 years ago to raise a family. His latest business is a Home Cleaning Centers of America franchise. “Home Cleaning Centers of America prides itself of bringing quality home cleaning services to their customers, and we strive for long-term partnerships with our customers,” he said. He stressed it’s not a “one bottle fits all” cleaning company: “Our cleaning services are not the same, and our cleaning products are OSHA approved for the protection of your family, pets and our crew members. “ Picazo offers a free in-home consultation. “We take into consideration the three elements of your home, stones, woods and metals. We then consider the contents and the square footage of your home and build a cleaning plan that fits your home.”

He likes the slogan of Home Cleaning Centers of America: “Happiness … is a clean home.” For more information, email hcca510@homecleaningcenter or visit homecleaningcenters.com. • Sushi in the desert! Stay tuned for details on “an event with free sushi” as Washington-based Trapper’s Sushi plans its first Arizona restaurant in Avondale. According to Trapper’s Sushi marketing guru Melanie Koch, “We are hiring 45 employees for front and back of the house. Arizonians interested in working for Trapper’s can apply on at trapperssushi.com/careers.” The Avondale location is 2,800 square feet featuring an all-you-caneat sushi bar and 40-person patio at 10321 W. McDowell Road — in front of Main Event. Register for the “soft opening” event slated for Feb. 27 at trapperssushi.com/ avondale. “I am super excited to share my brand with Avondale. I have been in business for over 16 years and have grown to 11 Trapper’s Sushi locations and another burger concept. I have always thought that AZ would be a great place to expand and create opportunities for employees,” said Trapper O’Keeffe, CEO/founder.

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floats and baked-here cookies — is open at 633 N. Estrella Parkway, Suite 115, Goodyear. After launching in the food truck business, local owner Scott Knight opened Soda Bomb in December in the Shops at Serafina on Estrella Parkway and Goodyear Boulevard. Hours: 11 a.m. to 8 p.m. Monday through Thursday, 11 a.m. to 9 p.m. Friday, 9 a.m. to 9 p.m. Saturday. For more information, visit sodabombaz.com.

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Millennium girls looking for third straight title

BY ERIC NEWMAN

West Valley View Contributing Writer

There is a new leader of the powerhouse Millennium Tigers girls basketball team. Kevin Thomas was hired in April to coach one of Arizona’s premiere high school basketball programs, after Courtland Rojeck retired following 11 successful seasons. The past two years have been especially dominant, as the Tigers won back-to-back 5A basketball championships, including a dominating 59-30 victory over Sunrise Mountain in the March championship game. Thomas has been a social studies teacher at Millennium for three years. He knows the team and school well. His goal is to make sure the girls still “feel at home,” even as he adds some

of his own coaching style to the team. “The biggest thing that I wanted to portray to them is that I’m coming in trying to build off of what has already been established. I’m not coming in trying to flip everything on its head and blowing everything up. It’s going to be different. I’m not coach Rojeck, but I wanted them to know there’s continuity. You’re not walking into a foreign territory here,” Thomas said. In fact, more than just a familiarity with Millennium basketball, Thomas and Rojeck were friends in their shared time together. The two would have marathon conversations in their offices about basketball strategy and philosophy, and Thomas even attended games periodically. Thomas had coaching experience and wanted to get back into

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the profession. But he was pursuing a master’s degree and did not have the time to dedicate to coaching. When he finished his degree program, he was planning on asking Rojeck if he could volunteer his services somewhere on the coaching staff. But Rojeck retired from Millennium and moved out of Arizona at the same time, leaving a vacancy for which Thomas applied and eventually was hired. “I wanted to work with Cory, but when he left, I just wanted to try and fill that role,” Thomas said. Senior Kassidy Dixon prepares to throw a pass for He steps into a team that has Millennium basketball. (Photo by Eric Newman) high expectations. After consecutive championships, the girls from class but was relegated to online are working toward winning a third. meetings with the returning players The Tigers graduated a handful of and staff. seniors from last year’s team that were It has taken a while for the team to integral in reaching this point, though. fully mesh in preparation for gameSo, just like the coach, there will be play. It is still getting there. new players leading Millennium in Thomas is relying heavily on his 2021. It is a young squad for the most assistants, some of whom have been part. But the end goal has not changed. around the program for years. And, “It’s to win another one right now. with the delay in the AIA season, there Once you win one you kind of auto- is more time to get conditioned for matically get that fight to go want to competition. win another one. So, working together “Since we’re having this long preseain practice so that we can win with the son, it’s been great to have these practicnew coach,” said senior Kassidy Dix- es where we’re learning the different sets on, who committed to playing Division and principles and just kind of putting 1 college basketball at Grand Canyon everything together,” Grimsley said. University following this season. The Tigers open the 2021 season with “We’ve lost a lot of great people, but a home game against Cactus Shadows there’s a ton of talent in the program Thursday, Jan. 21. This year’s camstill. So, it would be awesome for us paign will be condensed to six or seven to reload and still have a breakout sea- weeks following the COVID-19 delay son,” added senior Reese Grimsley, to the AIA schedule. Thomas said he is who committed to playing at Oklaho- ready to get started. ma City University. “I told everyone how spoiled I am as a Because of the uncertainty surround- head coach, from practices starting at 6 ing COVID-19, the Tigers and Thomas a.m. in the preseason and never having were unable to hold a traditional off- an attendance or buy-in issue and all the season practice schedule in the spring help the other coaches have given me. and summer. Thomas knew a few girls I’m really excited,” he said.

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Goodyear, Estrella by Newland support online ballet show BY BRIDGETTE M. REDMAN

West Valley View Contributing Writer

Dancers are no strangers to pivots and pirouettes, and this year they are having to make them off stage as well as in their toe shoes. Ballet Arizona has decided to move up one of its annual favorites from September to Jan. 23-24, giving performing arts-starved audiences the opportunity to experience dance in their homes. And Goodyear, which has long been a partner with Arizona Ballet, is pitching in to make it a special experience for its residents. Ballet Under the Stars is going virtual, which means it will be able to add some extra, interactive experiences to its traditional free Valley-wide community performances. Included will be all the favorite landscapes and pro-

fessional dancers performing a wide range of dance styles. The livestream will be available on demand on Ballet Arizona’s YouTube page starting at 5 p.m. Saturday, Jan. 23, and ending 5 p.m. Jan. 24. Beginning at 6 p.m., Jan. 23, there will be a live online chat with dancers that is hosted by Ballet Arizona, the city of Goodyear and Estrella by Newland. “Ballet Under the Stars is one of our favorite performances throughout the year,” said Samantha Turner, executive director of Ballet Arizona. “The show must go on! We will bring these performances to the Valley in the safest and best way we know how, despite the circumstances — virtually, with interactive elements. It follows a year where the dancers of Arizona Ballet have had to rehearse and create dance in all new ways, often

from their living rooms, garages, patios or kitchens. Now they are making sure that their audiences also have the opportunity to experience the benefits of dance even if it is in what Arizona Ballet Dancer Kaelyn McGee called all-new territory. “What is great about it is it is available for people who don’t have to leave their homes,” McGee said of the upcoming Ballet Under the Virtual Stars program. “You can sit on your couch in the comfort of your own home and watch a professional performance without having to go anywhere.” McGee has been a company member for six years and has participated in the outdoor program every year. “It is such a unique experience,” Mc-

Gee said. “It is more than just a performance for us as dancers; it is getting out to reach so many different people in so many different communities who may not have seen ballet performed or haven’t attended an outdoor live per-

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Tolleson Union High School District cancels winter sports BY WEST VALLEY VIEW STAFF

Days after the AIA voted to allow winter sports (reversing an earlier vote), Tolleson Union High School District announced it will cancel basketball, wrestling and soccer. “Schools in the Tolleson Union

Ballet...continued from page 15 formance. It is bringing something new to an audience. It’s a really neat performance outside, a beautiful landscape and completely free.” For the past eight years, the city of Goodyear has partnered with Ballet Arizona to make sure Ballet Under the Stars comes to Goodyear. This year is no different, even though the livestream allows it to have much greater reach. “When COVID happened, these nonprofits have been hit so hard. I said, ‘Hey, what can we do?’” said Guylene Ozlanski, Goodyear’s arts and culture administrator. “They said, ‘If you’re on board for a virtual show, we are, too.’” Ballet Arizona began work on the

High School District have been waiting patiently to get Winter sports practices started and 100% planned on participating in the 20-21 AIA winter sports season,” said a Jan. 15 letter sent to families. “However, with 66 students con-

firmed COVID-19 positive in the last 10 days, nine students losing a parent/ guardian, 140+ staff testing positive, a condensed winter schedule (making it difficult to meet postseason requirements), our current community metrics and the recommendation of the AIA

Sports Medicine Advisory Committee to not have winter sports, we simply cannot justify moving forward. “With great disappointment, TUHSD must cancel all winter sports participation.” The district’s seven high schools remain in online-only mode.

technology end of things and then created dance that would work for pandemic situations, which is why the dance that will be performed will include dancers in masks and choreography that keeps them apart. “One of the challenges of dance is not only the audience but how do you handle performers being on stage together,” Ozlanski said. “They can’t dance together. They had to choreograph numbers and dance routines for this. If there are two dancers, they are actually two dancers who live in the same household. There are more singular dances. That’s a different look and feel than in past performances, but Ballet Arizona is so innovative and creative.” McGee shared that because Ballet

Under the Stars is going to be online, some extras that are not done with live performances can be included, like interviews and footage of dancers along with the live chat. “There will be some extra, never-before-seen behind-the-scenes footage that people might find interesting to learn about ballet and the dancers,” McGee said. “There will be interviews post-show, so if you have questions, you can ask them. You get to see what it is like to rehearse, prepare and perform.” She said the show will be a mix of different dance styles. “It’s not just tutus and tiaras,” she said. “You will be able to see some really fun works. It’s going to be something for everyone to enjoy.”

Organizers hope Ballet Under the Stars will go back to its traditional format this coming September. “We are looking forward to the day we can gather and hopefully be live again this September 2021,” Ozlanski said. “We just keep taking it one month at a time and evaluating where we are at and what can actually happen safely. We look forward to the day we can all be out at the beautiful lakeside amphitheater for this event.”

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The Arizona Department of Education announced its continued support of the Arizona Alliance of Boys & Girls Clubs and the Arizona Alliance of YMCAs to support communities across Arizona with a safe space for learning and development. As schools operating in a distance learning model are still required to provide a physical space for the most at-risk students, the Boys and Girls Club of AZ and YMCA have stepped up to help schools fulfill this requirement. “Given the highly concerning rate of community spread across our state, and the corresponding need for more schools to return to a distance learning model, the extra support of the YMCA

and Boys and Girls Clubs will provide necessary relief to schools and families, ensuring that every student who needs a safe place to learn has one.” said Superintendent of Public Instruction Kathy Hoffman. “Access to affordable child care is an issue that precedes the pandemic, and now providing children a safe place to learn is more necessary than ever. I am so grateful for the partnership of community-based organizations like the YMCA and Boys and Girls Club.” Using discretionary funding from the federal CARES Act, the Arizona Department of Education has allocated $1.5 million to support the Arizona Alliance of Boys & Girls Clubs and the Valley of the Sun YMCA programs.

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“Every day, more than 1,000 youth are welcomed into Boys & Girls Clubs around the state,” said Marcia Mintz, CEO of Boys & Girls Clubs of the Valley. “Each of these students, and their families, rely on our programs for high-quality care, nutritious meals and the academic and social-emotional support they need in this time of crisis. Thanks to this investment from the Arizona Department of Education, our clubs will remain open for distance learning and no parent will have to choose between work and their child’s education.” Distance learning sites are open extended hours (typically from 7 a.m. to 6 p.m.) for students. From the clubs, they can log on to school and then

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OBITUARIES Danny Jannett Danny and and Sherry Sherry Jannett

Danny Lawrence Lawrence Jannett Danny Jannett born born December 19, 1947 1947 passed passed December December December 19, 31, 31, 2020. 2020. Sherry SherryLeigh LeighJannett Jannett(Mosher) (Moshwas was born 1949 passed passed er) bornAugust August5,5, 1949 December 28, 2020. December 28, 2020. Memorial services will be held on MemorialJanuary services will held on Saturday, 30, be2021 at Thompson Funeral Chapel, Funeral 926 S. Saturday, January 30, 2021 at Thompson Litchfield Rd. in at 1:00PM. Chapel, 926 S.Goodyear, LitchfieldAZ Rd. in Goodyear, AZ at For the full obituary and to leave condolences for the 1:00PM. family please visit: For the full obituary and to leave condolences for the http://www.thompsonfuneralchapel.com/obituary/dannyfamily please visit: http://www.thompson and-sherry-jannett/ funeralchapel.com/obituary/dannyandsherry-jannett/

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Barbara Piske Barbara Piske, 83, of Enid, Oklahoma, died January 1st, 2021 at her home in Surprise, Arizona, surrounded by her loved ones. Barbara is survived by her husband, Robert Piske Sr., her son, Stephen Brown (Renae), Stepdaughter Kay Beers, Stepson Bob Piske Jr. (Peggy), Stepson William Piske and daughter-in-law Deborah Brown. Her grandchildren, Keith Piske, Daniel Brown, Jordan Beers (Bambi), Benjamin Brown, Adam Beers (Justine), and Nichole Brown. She is also survived by her 9 great grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her son, Timothy Brown and grandson, Tony Piske. In lieu of flowers, the family requests donations be sent to: American Cancer Society - SK#BYUYR7, PO Box 81409, Phoenix, AZ 85069

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Anita June Mitchell Anita June Mitchell went to her Heavenly Home to be with Jesus and loved ones on January 4, 2021. Anita was affectionately called June most of her life. She was born October 16, 1928 in Port Huron, Michigan. June and her twin Art were the youngest of seven children. At an early age June began to work helping support the family with ironing jobs. June's father passed away when she was ten and her mother never remarried. At age 18 June met the love of her life, Jack Mitchell. Art had set June up on a blind date and 2 years later Jack and June were married. Jack and June would soon give birth to their first son David and soon after Daniel (Dan) and Mark would be born. Jack and June had a special love and were married for 70 years on June 24th, 2020. In addition to being a loving, wonderful mother, grandmother, great grandmother, and wonderful friend, June loved to cook and bake. June could light up a room as she made so many people happy. June worked in retail most of her life and was employed by Macy's for over 30 years. In addition, she was very instrumental in helping the family business Ideal Insurance Agency Inc. which launched in 1982. June's pro-bono typing, filing, and lending out a room in their home helped start Ideal. Throughout her life June put her Faith in God. June joined her mother, father and four sisters in Heaven. June is survived by her husband Jack, her sister Evelyn, brother Art, her children David, Dan, and Mark, her eight grandchildren, and twenty great-grandchildren. We will miss June, but we take great comfort in knowing, June went to be with our risen Lord and Savior Jesus and her loved ones who have gone on before. John 3:16 "For God so loved the world that He gave His only begotten Son that whosoever believeth in Him should not perish but have everlasting life." Join us at: Calvary Community Church January 16, 2021 at 10:30am 12612 N. Black Canyon Highway Phoenix, Arizona. 85029

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Hector Lucia Jara Lucia Jara HectorMartin MartinGutierrez GutierrezSr. Sr. Hector Martin Hector Martin Gutierrez Gutierrez Sr., Sr., 57, 57, of of Lucia 6060 años, de Avondale, LuciaJara, Jara,dede años, de Avondale,Arizona Arizona passed away on Avondale, passed away on JanuArizona, falleció 10 deelenero Avondale, Arizona, el falleció 10 dede 2021 January 4th, 2021 in Goodyear, Arizona. ary 4th, 2021 in Goodyear, Arizona. He en Avondale, el 19 de enero de 2021 enArizona. Avondale,Nació Arizona. He was born on June 11th, 1963 in was born on June 11th, 1963 in Guadalaoctubre 1960 de hija Nació el 19de de octubre 1960de hija Aurelio Guadalajara, Mexico to Teodoro and jara, Mexico to Teodoro and Ofelia Gutide Aurelio Fernandez Fernandez y Monicay Monica Hernandez en Ofelia Gutierrez. errez. Services private at this Services are are private at this time.time. Hernandez en Colima, México. Los Colima, México. Condolences for the family Condolences for the family can be left at can be left servicios se llevaránsea cabo en CaliLos servicios llevarán a cabo en at https://www.thompsonfuneralchapel.com/ fornia. California. https://www.thompsonfuneralchapel.com/obituary/hector obituary/hector-martin-gutierrez-sr Las condolencias la familia se pueden dejar endejar Las condolenciaspara para la familia se pueden en -martin-gutierrez-sr/ http://www.thompsonfuneralchapel.com/ http://www.thompsonfuneralchapel.com/obituary/luciaobituary/luciajara/ jara/ William Leo Hott Gilbert Enriquez Gilbert Enriquez age 41 of Goodyear, Arizona passed away on November 19, 2020 in Goodyear. He was born on November 7, 1979 to Raul and Isabel (Chavela) Enriquez in Phoenix, Arizona. He is survived by his father Raul Enriquez brothers Raul Jr. Alex Enriquez and his children Katrina, Ava And Gilbert Enriquez Jr. He was preceded in death by his mother Isabel (Chavela) Enriquez. A private service was held on December 11, 2020. May he rest in peace and forever be in our hearts.

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Candelario of CandelarioValdez ValdezCanedo, Canedo,age age87,87, Avondale, away on on of Avondale,Arizona Arizonapassed passed away January 5, Arizona. He January 5, 2021 2021ininPhoenix, Phoenix, Arizona. waswas born to Pedro Pedro He bornFebruary February2,2, 1933 1933 to Valdez Lizarraga and Mariana Canedo Valdez Lizarraga andSinaloa, MarianaMexico. Canedo Valdez in Cacalotan, Valdez in Cacalotan, Mexico. Services were heldSinaloa, on January 15, 2021 at Thompson Funeral Chapel Services were held on January 15, 2021 at Thompsonin Goodyear, Arizona. Funeral Chapel in Goodyear, Arizona. To view the full obituary and leave condolences for the To view the full obituaryplease and leave family visit: condolences for the family please visit: http://www.thompsonfuneralchapel.com/obituary/candela http://www.thompsonfuneralchapel.com/ rio-valdez-canedo/ obituary/candela rio-valdez-canedo/

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Bertha B Cota Bertha B. Cota,83, of Tolleson passed away on Saturday January 9, 2021of natural causes at her home. Bertha was born June 21, 1937 in Terreon, Coahuila, Mex. She was preceded in death by her husband Manuel Cota Sr., sons, Ralph B. Cota, and Manuel B. Cota Jr. She is survived by her daughters; Nellie Garcia, Graciela Perez, Inez Villanueva, sons Benjamin B. Cota Sr., Rick B. Cota Sr., Henry B. Cota Sr., George B. Cota Sr.; Sister, Isabel Garza; Brothers, Carlos Bernal, Richard Bernal, 37 grandkids, 71 great great grandkids, and one great great great grandchild. Visitation will be held on Monday January 25, 2021 from 9 am to 12 pm at Crystal Rose in Tolleson. Service will be at 10 am officiated by Pastor Manuel Casillas. Burial will immediately follow at Greenwood Memory Lawn Cemetary in Phoenix.

Willie James Tribbet Jr.

Willie James Tribbet Jr., age 71, of Goodyear, Arizona passed away on January 8, 2021 in Goodyear, Arizona. He was born July 29, 1949 to Willie Tribbet and Clarice Hodridge in Wardell, Missouri. A visitation will be held on Friday, January 22, 2021 at Thompson Funeral Chapel, 926 S. Litchfield Rd. in Goodyear, AZ at 1:00PM. Condolences for the family can be left at http://www.thompsonfuneralchapel.com/ obituary/williejames-tribbet-jr/

Ralph Eugene Spencer

Ralph Eugene Spencer Jr., 70, of Buckeye, Arizona passed away on January 6th, 2021 in Goodyear, Arizona. He was born May 17th, 1950 to Ralph Spencer and Donna Adams in Inglewood, California. Services are private at this time. Condolences can be left for the family at https://www.thompsonfuneralchapel.com/ obituary/ralpheugene-spencer-jr/

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Mr. Larry Henry, 78, of Buckeye, AZ passed away on 4 January 2021. He was born on 31 October 1942 to Albert and Mary Henry in East Liverpool, OH. Throughout his life cars were his career and his passion. In March 1998 he retired from Chrysler after over 30 dedicated years. Following his retirement, he continued to be involved in the car community in Michigan and then Arizona. He is survived by his loving wife Glenda, four children, six grandchildren, and his brother Hiram Henry. There will not be a service or in person memorial held. His family has created an online memorial for him at http://never-gone.com and ask that any donations be made to the Brad Keselowski's Checkered Flag Foundation, in his honor. To leave condolences for the family please visit http://www.thompsonfuneral chapel.com/obituary/larryhenry/

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Sonia Maria Reese

Sonia Maria Reese, 66, of Surprise, Arizona died on January 04th, 2021 in Sun City Arizona. She was born May 06th, 1954 to Julio Pernudi and Essilda Cruz in Granada, Nicaragua. Services are private at this time. Condolences for the family can be left at http://www.thompsonfuneralchapel.com/ obituary/soniamaria-reese/

Jesus Rogelio Martinez

Jesus "Jesse" Rogelio Martinez, age 50 of Buckeye, Arizona passed away on December 16, 2020 in Phoenix, Arizona. He was born on February 25 1970 to Ramon Martinez and Angela Alverado in Juarez, Mexico.

Services are private at this time. To view the full obituary and leave condolences for the family please visit: http://www.thompson funeralchapel.com/obituary/jesusjesserogelio-martinez/

Donald Joseph Joseph Straka Straka Donald Donald Joseph Joseph Straka Straka of of Goodyear, Goodyear, Donald AZ passed away January 9, 2021 AZ passed away January 9, 2021after aftera short battle with cancer. He was born a short battle with cancer. He was born April 13, 1948 to Sylvia (Wronski) April 1948 Edward to Sylvia (Wronski) Straka 13, and Straka in Straka and Edward Straka in GermanGermantown, WI. He is survived by his town, is survived lovingWI. andHedevoted wifebyofhis 49loving years, Patricia Straka. (Sowards) Additional and devoted wife of 49(Sowards) years, Patricia surviving family members include Aunt Marie Wronski, Straka. Additional surviving family members include sisters Christine (Straka)sisters Weimann and Theresa Aunt Marie Wronski, Christine (Straka)(Straka) WeiCzeslowski, his daughters Dawn Alexander (Pete), mann and Theresa (Straka) Czeslowski, his daughters Peggysue Fromm (Pete), (Earl), Cynthia and Dawn Alexander PeggysueSchultz Fromm(Andrew), (Earl), Cyneight grandchildren. thia Schultz and eight grandchildren. Don retired(Andrew), as a decorated US Navy Commander. His Doncareer retired included as a decorated US his Navy Commander. His naval earning Engineering degree naval career included earning his Engineering degree from Marquette University under the NESEP program, from Marquette University under thefor NESEP program, multiple sea tours and deployment Desert Sheild/ Storm. his military retirementforheDesert continued his multipleAfter sea tours and deployment Sheild/ career the engineering at Niagara Mohawk then Storm.inAfter his militaryfield retirement he continued his Palo Verde he happily retired. Don was career in thebefore engineering field atfully Niagara Mohawk thena well-known Miller Lite connoisseur who enjoyed many Palo Verde before he happily fully retired. Don was a evenings at Happy Hour with his Canta Mia cooking well-known Miller LiteBay connoisseur whohe enjoyed many club. A devoted Green Packers fan, never missed Happy his Canta Mia cooking aevenings game. Asatan animalHour loverwith he adopted several dogs and club.beAmissed devoted Green fan, he will by his bestBay furryPackers friends Rosie andnever Ally. missed As an animal he adopted severalIn Don willa game. be dearly missed andlover always remembered. lieu flowers, consider his memory dogsofand will beplease missed by his donations best furry in friends Rosie to c/odearly Rich missed Durso, and PO always Box 1178, andVFW Ally.Post Don 6310 will be reTolleson, 85353; or America Paws, membered.AZ In lieu of flowers, please Freedom consider donaGoodyear, (paypal tions in his memory to VFWAZ Post 6310 c/o Rich Durso, americasfreedompaws@gmail.com). PO Box 1178, Tolleson, 85353; can or America Free-at Condolences for the AZfamily be left dom Paws, Goodyear, AZ (paypal americasfreedomhttp://www.thompsonfuneralchapel.com/obituary/donaldpaws@gmail.com). joseph-straka/ Condolences for the family can be left at http://www.thompsonfuneralchapel.com/ obituary/donaldjoseph-straka/

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Steven Wayne Andrews, age 65, of Surprise, Arizona passed away December 30, 2020 in Surprise, Arizona. He was born August 6, 1955 to William Miles Andrews and Martha Jane (Baker) Andrews in Cincinnati, Ohio. He is survived by his brother, John M. Andrews and his wife Judy. Services are private at this time. The family suggests that donations be made to the American Diabetes Association. Condolences for the family can be left at http://www.thompsonfuneralchapel.com/ obituary/stevenwayne-andrews/

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Fred L. Verdugo of Goodyear, AZ originally from, Cananea Sonora, Mexico. Born October 24, 1940 passed away January 8, 2021, 80 years old He is Survived by Spouse: Carmen C. Verdugo. Children: Veronica (Mark) Lomeli, Fred Verdugo Jr, Lydiett Verdugo-Esparza, Ralph Verdugo. 12 grandchildren and nine great-grandchildren; Siblings: Bertha (Javier), Richard (Carmen), Javier (Tina) and Norma (Robert) Location of Burial: Laid to rest at Greenwood Memory Lawn Cemetery, Phoenix, AZ Fred was a talented musician since his high school days in Bisbee, Az. He was known by everyone for his kindness, his great sense of humor and spontaneous jokes.

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