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The Swaggies return to Wigwam Resort

Goodyear mayor wins Civic Leader Award

The Southwest Valley Chamber of Commerce’s annual awards dinner returned to The Wigwam Friday, June 15, hosted by CBS 5 News anchor (and nine-time Emmy Award winner) Sean McLaughlin.

This year, however, was special. The 2018 Southwest Valley Awards Gala, dubbed The Swaggies, was part of the chamber’s 60th anniversary celebration.

Founded in 1958 as the Avondale-Goodyear-Litchfield Park Chamber of Commerce, it underwent numerous changes over the years. It became the Tri-City West Chamber of Commerce in 1988 and added service to the city of Tolleson to become the Southwest Valley Chamber of Commerce in 2000.

“Congratulations to all the nominees and this year’s award recipients,” Safin said in a follow-up with the West Valley View after the gala.

Valley Chamber of Commerce President and CEO “The Swaggies is an amazing Southwest John Safin unveils the Swaggy Award. (West Valley View photo event and made even more by Jordan Christopher) special because it was the chamber’s 60th anniversary everyone who made this year’s Southwest celebration. The businesses and others who Valley Awards gala a great event.” support the Southwest Valley Chamber At least 400 guests attended the gala this are the ones who will bring great things to year, he said. the community for the next 60 years and beyond. My thanks to the volunteers and

Leadership West announced Mayor Georgia Lord as the Civic Leader of the Year during its annual awards banquet on Friday, June 8.

“The nomination for the civic leader of the year award was a tremendous honor in itself,” Lord said. “There are countless leaders contributing their time and efforts to the region. I was certainly surprised, and I continue to be grateful for this recognition.”

Lord’s participation in many organizations is one reason for her win.

She is involved with the MAG Regional Council and Transportation Policy Committee, WESTMARC Executive Board and Board of Directors, and the League of Arizona Cities and Towns Executive Committee and Policy committees.

“We are proud to announce Mayor Lord as the Leadership West Civic Leader of the Year,” Executive Director Michelle Hess said.

“Each year Leadership West looks for candidates who are making a difference in the West Valley. Mayor Georgia Lord is known as a convener of the West Valley cities. She collaborates with fellow leaders from all sectors to discover best practices, solve, and strategize on issues affecting the region. Mayor Lord continues to be a positive voice for the West Valley in her various roles.”

Lord modestly agreed with that

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Swaggies...continued from page 1 According to the gala’s program, fiscal year 2017-18 saw the chamber receive 4,058 visitors, 2,416 phone calls and 9,851,113 website member exposures, and hold 167 programs and events, and 24 ribbon cuttings/open houses.

The latter includes celebrations for Healthy Spines Chiropractic, Planet Smoothie, CrossFit Rave, DHI Title, Marketplace Collaborative, Boot Barn, MAE Fine Foods, Orangetheory Fitness, Goodyear Arthur Murray, Avondale Elementary STEAM Bus, Puff and Fluff Spa, Desert Valley Pediatric Dentistry, Pathways Assisted Living & Memory Care, Sukie’s Bridal, Tuxedo & Alterations, NextCare Urgent Care, Dandy Appliances, Rosati’s Pizza & Sports Pub, Richmond America, Bia’s Pet Stop, Elements Massage, Our Creative Escape, Sandwich Masterz, The Learning Experience and West Valley View.

“Our chamber strives to be more engaging, community-minded, innovative, empowering and proactive,” said Heather Champion,

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chamber chairwoman and Champs Family Automotive owner. Champion also mentioned programs like Business & Breakfast, Networking at Noon, Friday Business Connections and Lunch N Learn.

Though this year’s Swaggies saw chamber members and guests fondly looking back on the organization’s history, they also looked to the future.

“Our goal, as we move into the future, is to offer valued programs to further educate and assist not only our chamber members but our allied communities as well,” Champion said.

“We have plans put in motion to help connect our business members with the community and to build new ways for our chamber members to build their name there in the Southwest Valley and beyond. It is our chamber’s vision to be the leading voice of business and regional prosperity. Our long-term goal in the Southwest Valley Chamber of Commerce is to be legendary not only in our community but in Arizona and eventually nationwide.”

The evening’s point was the presentation of awards to local businesses. Safin unveiled the first Swaggy Award.

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Emerging Business of the Year Award Nominees in the Emerging Business category included Angel’s Diner, Healthy Spines Chiropractic, The Small-Tooth-Dog Publishing Group and Whispering Dragons.

Presented by APS Community Affairs Manager Patrick McDermott, the award went to Healthy Spines Chiropractic.

“This year’s award winner received two nominations. The business started with one person doing everything, because that’s what a new business does,” McDermott said. “In less than three years in business, they added more staff, expanded their service offerings and product offerings, and increased their client base. Continued education has been an essential part of their growing success. Their high level of customer service is another reason they will continue to be successful.”

Excellence in Business Award DexYP business adviser Christopher Amos presented the second award, Excellence in Business.

MLR Professional Tax & Accounting Services bested other nominees, which included Champs Family Automotive, Estrella Mountain Community College, Healthy Spines Chiropractic, MyOfficeLiquidator, Thompson’s Flower Shop, Whispering Dragons and With Purpose.

“This year’s award recipient received three separate nominations and consistently demonstrated the highest qualities of professionalism and exemplary knowledge in their field. They take customer service to the highest levels with their welcoming and friendly personalities, nurturing relationships instead of having a customer, and delivering more than what was promised,” Amos said.

“Many times, they give without thinking of what’s in it for them. All of this contributes to their success in their business, which has grown nearly 100 percent year over year for the past several years. This has allowed them to hire more people and becoming more of an impact in their community.”

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Presented by Cheryl Todd of Pot of Gold Estate Liquidations, Gun Freedom Radio and AZFirearms.com, the Spirit of the Chamber honor was awarded to John Manobianco Insurance Agency’s Bridgett Bess.

Other nominees in this category included Raylene Sanchez of A Better

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Surety & Insurance Services, Lynelle Reynolds of Foot Solutions Goodyear, Dr. Heather Stewart of Healthy Spines Chiropractic, Mary Reha of MLR Professional Tax & Accounting Services, Carol Keyes of River Crossing Avondale Storage & RV, and Rob Lamb of Soliman Insurance and Financial Services.

“Receiving two nominations, this year’s Spirit of the Chamber Award recipient has been active with the chamber for years,” Todd said. “This person is very visible at ribbon cuttings, Business After Hours, networking evenings and several committees. The award winner is always promoting the chamber and talking about what’s happening at the chamber. This person encourages everyone to be involved by showing up to chamber activities or volunteering behind the scenes. All this and you can always expect a smile.”

Community Impact Award The Wigwam’s vice president, managing director and general manager, Martin Greenwood, presented the penultimate award, for Community Impact.

Southwest Lending Closet won, among other nominees Agua Fria Food and Clothing Bank, the city of Avondale, Franklin Pierce University, Haymaker Restaurant Co., OCM Recycle West, River Crossing Avondale Storage & RV and The Honey Foundation.

“This year’s award winner has been serving the Southwest Valley community for 18 years,” Greenwood said. “They provide a unique service to individuals with families facing unexpected medical expenses. While most of their clients come from the Southwest Valley, they help people as far away as Wickenburg and Sierra Vista. Last year they had over 10,000 clients help families and individuals save nearly $1 million in medical expenses, and did this with the help of volunteers giving over 5,000 hours of their time.”

Icon Award To conclude the evening, the Cleveland Indians’ and the Cincinnati Reds’ Arizona operations managers, Ryan Lantz and Mike Saverino, respectively, presented the Icon Award.

Nominated icons included Abrazo West Campus; Faith, Ledyard & Faith; Litchfield Elementary School District; Osborne Jewelers; Quail Run Realty; Realty ONE Group, The Giordano Team; and Thompson Funeral Chapel.

Abrazo West Campus ultimately went home with The Swaggy.

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“I am out and about in the entire West Valley,” she said. “It’s just not that. I’m in Phoenix and the other cities. Our West Valley mayors are so close. We meet for dinner and breakfast. We have a great relationship. We really get to know about each of our cities.

We just overlap in a lot of things.”

Lord described the East Valley mayors as close, but she cherishes her relationships with her neighbors.

“On the eastside, they do a lot of efforts together, whether it’s with sports or government, they do it,” she said. “I don’t think it’s quite like us. We do make a concerted effort to go to breakfast. We have Surprise, Tolleson, Buckeye, El Mirage and Goodyear.

“It really has made us closer. We learn about our personal lives and we react to things. If we want to, we can discuss things going on Mayor Georgia Lord, center, celebrates her win with, from left, Michelle R. Hess, executive director for Leadership West, 2017 award winner Patrick McDermott, and Shawn Bradford, Leadership around in the Valley.”

West board president. (Photo courtesy Leadership West) Lord regularly attends community events as well, to form a bond with West Valley actively and effectively impacting and representatives of corporate residents.“I’m an outgoing person. I’m engaging the future of the West Valley. They giants; grassroots activists; media and I’m a listener, but I’m active,” she said. nonprofit directors; are mayors and council members; executives; “I’m a ‘show up.’ I’m the one who shows up. school board members and educators; municipal employees; artists and There won’t be another mayor at an event and real estate developers; medical architects and more. Every aspect of people will ask why these things are important to providers; small business owners the region is represented. me. I feel like people work hard, and they work hard at presenting different events. I feel it’s my job to show up and listen. If I’m not there, I’m not going to hear and you can’t be effective.”

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A woman alleged she was held hostage and forced to drink an unknown liquid by her boyfriend recently, according to Buckeye police.

Police initially responded to reports of a woman screaming for help at the 4700 block of South 237th Avenue around 9:30 p.m. June 5. Officers arrived within minutes, though the suspect had already fled the scene by vehicle.

The woman told police that her boyfriend had tied her up, locked in a closet and made her drink an unknown liquid.

The suspect, 39-year-old Ricky Darden, was located with the assistance of the Phoenix Police Department and taken into custody near 35th Avenue and McDowell Road.

Darden was booked into the Fourth Avenue Jail on multiple felony charges.

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Litchfield Park woman nearly falls victim to scammers

By Christina Fuoco-Karasinski

Joyce McKinney received a call that left her shaking, still, hours later.

The 80-year-old Litchfield Park woman answered a call from “Andrea Reese,” who identified herself as a bill collector from APS. The number originated in 928. “Reese” told McKinney she had to pay $305 via MoneyPak in 30 minutes or her power would be disconnected.

“She sounded like she knew what she was talking about,” said McKinney, who was addressed by her maiden name. “She said I had to use cash— not a credit card or check. I thought that was something they might do at different times, but I had my receipt in my checkbook that I paid my bills.”

McKinney rushed to a drugstore to send the money, but a quick-thinking employee wouldn’t let her do so. The employee, who could not be contacted for comment, recognized it as a scam.

“I jumped in my car and didn’t fix my hair or anything,” she said. “I tried to get the MoneyPak. I had my last month and this month’s check stub.

“I was so shook up, but he (the

employee) was so nice. He said he would help me. People like ‘Reese’ could make somebody have a heart attack. You don’t want the electricity to be shut off at this time of year.”

APS executives said they are appalled by scammers who try to con victims out of money.

“It’s heartbreaking to hear how very convincing scammers threaten customers,” said Stacy Derstine, APS vice president, customer service and chief customer officer.

“They often target those who are most vulnerable, including senior citizens, low-income communities and small business owners during busy customer service hours, when they need their electric service the most.”

APS is a member of the Utilities United Against Scams collaborative of more than 100 electric, natural gas and water utility companies across the United States and Canada. Members work with regulators, law enforcement and telecommunications partners to help stop scams targeting consumers.

Signs of potential scam activity:

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• Threat to disconnect: Scammers often contact customers claiming their utility bill is past due and service will be disconnected unless a payment is made right away – usually within an hour or less.

• Request for immediate payment: Scammers may instruct customers to call them back after they purchase a prepaid card such as Green Dot, MoneyPak, and Vanilla—widely available at retail stores—to make a payment by phone to prevent disconnection.

• Request for prepaid card: When the customer calls back, the scammer asks the customer for the prepaid card’s number, which grants instant access to the card’s funds, and the victim’s money is gone.

How customers can protect themselves: • Never purchase a prepaid card to avoid service disconnection. APS never requires payment via a prepaid card or specifies the method of payment customers should use.

• If someone threatens immediate

disconnection of service, hang up the phone, delete the email or shut the door. Customers with delinquent accounts receive advance disconnect notification, never a single notification one hour or less before disconnection.

• If there is ever a question about the validity of an email, website or person claiming to be an APS representative, call the APS Customer Care Center immediately at 602-371-7171 to verify this information. Do not use a phone number the scammer provides.

• The only valid phone numbers for the APS Customer Care Center are listed on customer bills and aps.com.

• Never share personal information or credit card information with an unverified source.

• Customers should call 9-1-1 if they ever feel they are in physical danger.

APS encourages any customers targeted by scammers to report the incident to local law enforcement, as well as APS at 602-371-7171 or 800240-2014 (outside metro Phoenix) and the Arizona Attorney General’s Office at 602-542-5763.

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Each year, Avondale distributes hundreds of backpacks with supplies to students in grades prekindergarten through eight who are in need, and who live in Avondale, Goodyear or Litchfield Park. To help students start the year right, Avondale is reaching out to the community for assistance with school supply donations.

Donations can be dropped off at the Care1st Avondale Resource Center, 328 W. Western Avenue, Avondale, through July 13.

Supply List: • Crayons: Box of 24 • Colored pencils: Box of 12 • Pencils: Box of No. 2 • Erasers: Red rubber • Markers: Box of 12

• Ruler: 12 inch preferred • Glue sticks: 4 oz. preferred • Children’s scissors • Composition notebooks • Loose-leaf paper • Spiral notebooks • Pocket folders • Ballpoint pens: Packaged • Backpacks To register for a backpack, visit Care1st Avondale Resource Center, 328 W. Western Avenue, Avondale, between 9 and 11 a.m. Wednesday, July 11.

Applicants should bring the following: a picture ID for parent; proof of residency in Avondale, Goodyear or Litchfield Park, such as a utility bill (electricity/water/gas) or current lease agreement showing applicant’s name and current address.

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Public invited to hearing about Loop 303

By Christina Fuoco-Karasinski

The Arizona Department of Transportation and the Federal Highway Administration are holding a hearing to allow the public to review and comment on the findings of the draft environmental assessment and initial design concept report for Loop 303 between Van Buren Street and the proposed State Route 30 in the Goodyear area.

The open house/hearing will be held from 3 to 7 p.m. Wednesday, June 27, at Goodyear Ballpark, 1933 S. Ballpark Way. The public hearing will include an

informational video, an interactive visual animation and an opportunity to provide oral remarks before a formal study panel (3-minute time limit).

Comment forms and court reporters will be available to document public input for the study record. Project team members will be onsite to address questions and concerns.

The project team has been studying options for Loop 303 to extend south of Van Buren Street to the proposed State Route 30, south of MC 85.

The team has selected a preferred alternative route for the proposed

Loop 303 – Alternative 2C South – and is also evaluating the “No-Build” alternative. SR 30 near the proposed Loop 303 remains a proposed future freeway in the Maricopa Association of Governments (MAG) region.

The draft environmental assessment and initial design concept report are available for public review online at azdot.gov/Loop303southofvanburen or at the locations below through July 15: • Goodyear Library, 14455 W. Van Buren Street, C-101 • Starpointe Residents Club, 17665 W. Elliot Road, Goodyear

• Buckeye Valley Fire District Station 326, 19937 W. Arlington Road, Buckeye Those who are unable to attend the public hearing can submit comments in the following ways: • Mail: ADOT Community Relations, Attn: Loop 303 Study, 1655 W. Jackson Street, MD 126F, Phoenix, AZ 85007 • Email: Loop303south@azdot.gov • Telephone: Call the ADOT bilingual project information line at 855-7128530 All comments must be received by July 15 to be included in the official study record.

Buckeye celebrating 10 years as a Tree City USA Community

By West Valley View staff Arizona State Forester Jeff Whitney recognized Buckeye for celebrating its 10th year as a Tree City USA community during the state’s Arbor Day Celebration at the State Capitol.

As part of the designation, Buckeye

planted nearly 40 trees within the last year.

Since 2008, Buckeye received numerous grants from the Arizona Department of Forestry and Fire Management. In late 2017, a $4,000

grant added the 40 new trees along the walking paths at two of the city’s most popular parks – Earl Edgar Recreation Facility in downtown Buckeye and Sundance Park at Rainbow and Lower Buckeye roads.

Parks staff also installed an irrigation system and planted the low water use trees along the perimeter of both parks.

These trees will beautify the parks, add shade and enhance the aesthetics of the walking paths. As the trees mature, the shade created by the tree canopy will

reduce temperatures by 20 degrees compared to full sun exposure.

The Tree City USA program, through the Arbor Day Foundation, provides direction, technical assistance, public awareness and national recognition to communities who understand the value and benefits of trees.

The city of Buckeye is one of 29 Tree City USA communities in Arizona. To learn more about the Tree City USA program, visit arborday.org/programs/ treecityusa/about.cfm.

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Nurse Kathy Kovar takes the blood pressure of a community member during Stroke Check Day at Abrazo West Campus. (Photo courtesy Abrazo)

By West Valley View staff Stroke care provided at Abrazo West Campus is being recognized with the American Heart Association/ American Stroke Association’s Get with the Guidelines-Stroke Gold Plus Quality Achievement Award and Target: Stroke Honor Roll award.

The Get with the Guidelines award acknowledges the hospital’s commitment to ensuring stroke patients receive the most appropriate treatment according to nationally recognized guidelines based on the latest scientific evidence.

To qualify for Target: Stroke Honor Roll award, hospitals must meet quality measures developed to reduce the time between the patient’s arrival at the hospital and treatment with the clotbuster tissue plasminogen activator, or tPA, the only drug approved by the U.S. Food and Drug Administration to treat ischemic stroke.

“Abrazo West Campus is dedicated to improving the quality of care for our stroke patients by implementing the American Stroke Association’s Get with the Guidelines-Stroke initiative,” CEO Stan Holm said. “The tools and resources provided help us track and measure our success in meeting evidenced-based clinical guidelines developed to improve patient outcomes.”

A primary stroke center, the hospital continues to strengthen its capabilities

for diagnosing and treating stroke patients. Abrazo West Campus recently added a new biplane imaging interventional radiology suite that produces highly detailed 3-D views of blood vessels as well as cross-sectional soft tissue imaging that provide guidance for therapies and procedures such as revascularization of vessels, ablations, embolization, interventional neurology and more.

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West Valley Women celebrates community

By West Valley View staff

West Valley Women welcomed local mayors and their representatives to its 10th annual Meet the Mayors Lunch sponsored by First Bank. Each city shared their accolades and successes and why they are a vibrant growing community.

“Regionalism” was a recurring theme.

“We are the power,” Goodyear Mayor Georgia Lord said. “We are the West Valley.”

Participants included Avondale Mayor Kenn Weise, Glendale Mayor Jerry Weiers, Litchfield Park Mayor Tom Schoaf, Tolleson Mayor Anna Tovar, Youngtown Mayor Michael LeVault, Goodyear Vice Mayor Wally

Campbell, Peoria Mayor Pro Tem Vicki Hunt, Buckeye Councilman Craig Huestis and Surprise Councilman Todd Tande.

On July 10, the West Valley Women will celebrate its 13th anniversary at a luncheon sponsored by the Arizona Broadway Theatre with centerpieces provided by Thompson’s Flower Shop.

West Valley Women is in its 13th year of fostering business connections, networking opportunities and friendships for women in the community. It hosts monthly luncheons and quarterly breakfasts.

To RSVP or to learn more, visit westvalleywomen.org.

Participants in the Meet the Mayors Lunch included Surprise Councilman Todd Tande, Buckeye Councilman Craig Huestis, Youngtown Mayor Michael LeVault, Peoria Mayor Pro Tem Vicki Hunt, Tolleson Mayor Anna Tovar, Avondale Mayor Kenn Weise, Goodyear Vice Mayor Wally Campbell, Litchfield Park Mayor Tom Schoef, Glendale Mayor Jerry Weiers, and Goodyear Mayor Georgia Lord. (Photo courtesy West Valley Women)

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For a blood donation appointment, call 1-877-UBS-HERO (827-4376) or visit bloodhero.com (enter your city or ZIP code) – locations listed below.

“While donors are generally eligible to give blood every eight weeks, the majority (65 percent) donate just once a year,” said Sid Lewis, senior director of donor recruitment for United Blood Services Southwest Division.

West Valley residents have several opportunities to donate.

Goodyear’s West Valley Donor Center is at 14270 W. Indian School Road and is open from 10 a.m. to 7 p.m. Tuesday and Wednesday, 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Thursday, and 7 a.m. to 2 p.m. Friday and Saturday.

In Avondale, there will be a number of blood drives: 8 a.m. to noon Wednesday, June 20, at CumminsRocky Mountain, 651 N. 101st Avenue (Bloodmobile); 8:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m.

Thursday, June 21, at Avondale city

offices, 11465 W. Civic Center Drive, Sonoran Room; and 10 a.m. to 2 p.m.

Tuesday, June 26, Estrella Mountain Community College, 3000 N. Dysart Road, Plaza Gallery.

The Bloodmobile will make a stop in Buckeye from 9 a.m. to 1:30 p.m.

Sunday, June 24, at St. Henry Catholic Church, 24750 W. Lower Buckeye Road.

In Goodyear, St. John Vianney Parish is hosting a blood drive at 539 E. La Pasada Boulevard, Goodyear, from 8 a.m. to 1 p.m.

Sunday, June 24. Goodyear city offices follow from 7:45 to 11:45 a.m. Tuesday, June 26, at 190 N. Litchfield Road. Cancer Treatment Centers of America at Western Regional Medical Center is having a blood drive from 7:30 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. Wednesday, June 27, at 14200 W. Celebrate Life Way. United Blood Services has been Arizona’s nonprofit community blood provider since 1943 and serves patients in more than 60 Arizona hospitals. The UBS network is one of the nation’s oldest and largest nonprofit blood service organizations and is a founding member of America’s Blood Centers and the American Association of Blood Banks.

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School summer meal programs continue

By West Valley View staff

School districts throughout the state are providing free or low-cost meals for families throughout the summer.

Tolleson Elementary School District No. 17 will offer a free summer meals program for anyone younger than 18 at four locations.

The summer feeding program isn’t limited to Tolleson residents. Adults may purchase a breakfast for $1.65 and lunch at $2.60. The district will offer a variety of menu items. Guests can choose from one hot item or one cold item, with a choice of milk.

The Sheely Farms Elementary School, 9450 W. Encanto Boulevard, Phoenix, will serve a breakfast from 7:45 to 8:15 a.m. and a lunch from 10:30 a.m. to noon Monday to Thursday. The feeding programs will operate through June 29.

The Esther Angulo Community Center, 9555 W. Van Buren Street, Tolleson, will only serve lunch from 12:15 to 1 p.m. Monday to Friday through July 27.

The Porfirio H. Gonzales Elementary School, 9401 W. Garfield Street, Tolleson, will serve breakfast at 8:15 to 8:45 a.m. and lunch from 11:45 a.m. to 12:45 p.m. Monday to Friday through July 27.

The Arizona Desert Elementary School, 8803 W. Van Buren Street, Tolleson, will serve breakfast from 8:15 to 8:45 a.m. and lunch from 11:45 a.m. to 12:45 p.m. Monday to Friday through July 27.

For more information, call 623-5333909.

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Meals for guests 19 years or older will cost $2 for breakfast and $3 for lunch and dinner.

Meals will be provided at four sites and times.

Barbara B. Robey Elementary School, 5340 N. Wigwam Creek Boulevard, Litchfield Park, offers breakfast from 8 to 10 a.m. Monday to Friday, and lunch from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. Monday to Friday.

Corte Sierra Elementary School, 3300 N. Santa Fe Trail, Avondale, will provide meals from 8 to 10 a.m.

Monday to Friday, and 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. Monday to Friday.

Rancho Santa Fe Elementary School, 2150 Rancho Santa Fe Boulevard, Avondale, serves dinner from 4 to 6:30 p.m. Monday to Saturday.

Wigwam Creek Middle School, 4510 N. 127th Avenue, Litchfield Park, serves breakfast from 7 to 10 a.m., and lunch from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. Monday

to Saturday.

In addition to farm-fresh foods and no-cost meals, fun activities will be available for children in an interactive setting. Dairy activities vary and include celebrity food servers, carnival games, costume characters, reading and storytime, water play days, arts and crafts and the Nutrition Express Bus. For more information, call 623-5356000.

The Agua Fria Union High School District offers a summer food service as part of its food and nutrition program funded by the United States Department of Agriculture (USDA).

“This program gives every family in our community the opportunity to have a nutritional breakfast and lunch during the summer,” Agua Fria Executive Director of Finance Marcie Rodriguez said. “We are offering adult lunches for a small cost of $2.

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Thoughts about Buckeye Editor and David Leibowitz: You have a very interesting perspective about Buckeye. Buckeye does have great drainage and no potholes. In the 10 years I’ve lived here, I haven’t had one power outage.

Buckeye has a beautiful new library, and a large city hall that shows a thought toward the future. An idiot could have planned what our great leaders in Buckeye are allowing on the main street of Watson. They did it and it’s insane.

Quick Quack Car Wash, which is supposed to replace the $3 Car Wash, with either a giant rubber eagle or a giant yellow duck. Someone will take a shot at it. A storage facility and an extended-stay motel all crowded into a small area is going to be a nightmare.

It will devalue the surrounding homes, cause gridlock the likes of which the city has never seen. The Cracker Barrel and Native are only tolerated by residents who don’t want to drive all the way into Goodyear.

There is nothing here for young people. It’s a wonder Buckeye doesn’t have a real juvenile problem.

Buckeye has city planners, city manager, chamber of commerce, city council and a mayor who has been in office for 40 years and who brings a rodeo/demolition derby mentality to Buckeye. You can forget about your Philly steak sandwich.

Looking forward to your next column.

Vickie Chelini Buckeye

Some results are inefficient Editor: Is massive solar energy a good idea?

Probably not. You can walk on your ordinary roof in the summer. But solar panels get over 140 degrees and reflect a great deal of the sunlight that hits them. Yes, an occasional solar panel is a great idea. A few high rises like the Chase bank are tolerable, until that one day the sun angle is just right and you

happen to look at it.

When you fly over Phoenix, what you see is a solid mass of rooftops with solar panels, compelled by government fiat. Look at the air temperature gauge in the summer, then you will know it wasn’t a great idea.

The economic system is designed to do very well. Practical ideas grow, and foolish ideas fail. But often it takes time to figure out what turns out to be the right mix in the long term; something that works with a minimum of downside.

Think about it: Isn’t “renewable energy” another phrase for “perpetual motion”? The sun is a good source, but that doesn’t mean really inefficient solar conversion is the answer. Just like fresh water, there are many ways to make it. We need what is practice in the long term.

Personally, I look forward to building large covered pits in the middle of nowhere, lined with water pipes to extract the heat as well as solar panels that do not require direct sunlight, but rather can extract the energy from all the light being absorbed through oneway glass. After all, put a lightbulb into a closed box and none of the light energy escapes, so it’s there. The idea is to capture as much energy as possible in a usable form.

It is somewhat like the internet. The way Gates designed his Windows programs. It works, but now Microsoft has to spend huge amounts of money contacting every computer user in the world weekly with updates. It works, but the downside gets bigger and bigger. If you had to bring your car in for updates once a week, would it work?

Rowland Stevens Phoenix

Thank you for Uganda smiles Editor: I am writing to thank West Valley residents for sharing the true meaning of Christmas with children in need this past holiday season. Because of your generosity over 16,000 shoebox gifts for Operation Christmas Child, a project of international Christian

relief organization Samaritan’s Purse, were packed and delivered worldwide.

Through shoeboxes packed with fun toys, school supplies and hygiene items, West Valley volunteers this spring brought smiles to the faces of children around the world, like Joram, who lives in Uganda. Many children who receive boxes are affected by war, disease, disaster, poverty and famine. Each gift-filled shoebox is a tangible expression of God’s love, and it is often the first gift these children have received. Since 1993, Operation Christmas Child has collected and delivered more than 157 million gift-filled shoeboxes to children in more than 160 countries and territories.

Joram, while dressed in his best, wore tattered shoes, but his smile and appreciation for each shoebox gift melted the heart of Regional Manager Gil Moreno. “The next morning, I was watching the video that I took when Joram opened his box and I started crying. A young boy who lives in poverty received a gift so amazing that he could not speak. Did I mention that he treasured each little gift? Yes. He did.”

It’s not too late for people to make a difference in another child’s life, like Joram’s. West Valley drop-off locations will open in November 2018, anyone can still be a part of this lifechanging project by conveniently packing a personalized shoebox

gift online at samaritanspurse.org/ buildonline. Participants can also challenge others to pack boxes online with them or use a shoebox gift card to share the opportunity with friends and family. Information about yearround volunteer opportunities can also be found on the website or by calling 813-787-8604.

Thank you again to everyone who participated in this global project— many who do so year after year.

These simple gifts, packed with love, send a message to children worldwide that they are loved and not forgotten.

Raeleen Higgins area coordinator West Valley

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America is bigger than legislator’s racist rant proclaims

By David Leibowitz There are days when it’s kind of mortifying to be a white person. June 14 was one of those days.

Thursday was when a grainy 50-second videotape surfaced of Arizona legislator David Stringer, R-Confederacy, expounding on immigration to the Yavapai County Republican Men’s Forum. Per Stringer, a Prescott conservative, immigration represents “an existential threat” to the United States, because America’s current wave of immigrants refuses to “assimilate” to his satisfaction.

That they don’t, Stringer explained in the video, tracks back to our public schools.

“Sixty percent of public school children in the state of Arizona today are minorities,” he told the crowd.

“That complicates racial integration because” – wait for it – “there aren’t enough white kids to go around.”

Yep. Like I said, not exactly a shining moment for us white folks. Mostly because Stringer’s perspective on immigration frequently appears to be

Irishman and a Frenchman, the white perspective when after the second or third it comes to what America is generation, your kids are all and what it is not. alike,” Stringer said. “They Let me explain. don’t have any accents.

At the heart of Stringer’s They’re indistinguishable.” speech – and his various Indistinguishable. The half-assed follow-up same. White. Or, at worst, explanations – resides the a light shade of beige. notion that being American Consider Stringer’s requires following in the words and their footsteps of this nation’s Leibowitz. (Photo implications when it comes white Founding Fathers David courtesy Advisor Group) to public schools. In his and subsequent white view, the role of white kids in an generations.

Rather than immigrants changing integrated school is to rub off on nonAmerica, America must change – and white kids, to provide an appropriate whiten – its immigrants. We must all example of how Americans look and speak the same language. We must behave and what Americans value.

I don’t think I’m paraphrasing all share the same values. We must all worship the same deity. And we wildly to suggest that Stringer believes must all strive for the same American public schools exist to white-ify nonwhite Americans – or else the country Dream.

America, Stringer hypothesized will face the “political implications to Howie Fischer of Capitol Media of massive demographic change and Services, has long been “a melting pot displacement.”

Meaning there will soon come a time for people of European descent.”

“If you’re a Swede, a Norwegian, an when Americans won’t look like David

How’s a guy supposed to stay healthy?

Stringer wants them to look, and they won’t believe what David Stringer believes we all should believe.

As the great grandchild of European immigrants who came to this country through Ellis Island during the great migration of the 20th century, I’d like to point out the flaw in Stringer’s logic.

America, a nation literally founded by immigrants, has never been set in stone. For 242 years and counting, there has never been one correct way to be an American.

Literally, our Declaration of Independence cites a few self-evident truths: “That all men are created equal, that they are endowed by their Creator with certain unalienable Rights, that among these are Life, Liberty and the pursuit of Happiness.”

America has always been bigger than David Stringer’s small mind would have it, more capable of embrace than his shrunken heart will allow.

Elected to represent all the people,

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Exercise your mind during the summer Portable Oxygen For The Way You Want to Live

By Clint Hickman

Summer in Maricopa County is a great centers offering a variety of programs, time to kick back, relax and do whatev- activities and resources that can bring families together. er you can to avoid meltAs a matter of fact, if ing into the pavement as you want to make a day temperatures soar above of it, you can stop by our 110 degrees and climb, White Tank Library to inevitably, past 115. For pick up books, and then families, summer can visit the nearby White be a challenge, not just Tank Mountain Regionbecause of the heat, but al Park for the fun acbecause the kids are out tivities they have schedof school and those of uled in June. There are a certain age are bound scorpion hikes, snake to turn to you at some point, with sadness and Clint Hickman. (Photo courtesy Mar- feedings and a desert survival class. Learn desperation in their eyes, icopa County Board of Supervisors) more at maricopacounand utter the phrase “I’m bored” in which the word “bored” is typarks.net.

More than 80,000 people every year stretched out over 13 letters like “bbparticipate in our summer reading probooorrrreed.”

Don’t worry. Our libraries are here to gram and I hope your family will, too. help. The county’s annual summer read- Whether you have kids, grandkids, ing program, Maricopa County Reads, nieces or nephews, cousins, or neighis underway with more than 60 libraries bors, tell them to complete “Supervisor participating. The goal—for children Hickman’s Rocking Summer Reading and adults—is to read 20 minutes a day, Challenge.” Just go to read20az.com log your time, and enter to win prizes. and search for it under “challenges.”

You’ll find a few of my favorite muYou can sign up at read20az.com.

Reading during the summer isn’t just sic-themed activities including the a good way to pass the time, it’s also an book Punk Farm by Jarrett Krosoczka, important way for kids to exercise their lullabies by Guns n’ Roses, and musiminds. You’ve probably heard about cal instruments made out of egg carthe “summer slide” where children for- tons and beans. Complete two tasks get some of what they’re learned or fail on the list and you’ll earn a badge and to build new skills during the summer, 20 points. People who log 1,000 points then end up behind their peers when can get a free book, while supplies last.

Beat the heat. Beat the boredom. Sign classes resume. Committing to 20 minutes of reading a day can help combat up for Maricopa County Reads today.

Now if you’ll excuse me, I need to go the slide and build kids’ confidence.

The theme of this year’s summer empty out egg cartons and start a band. reading program is “Libraries Rock.”

Clint Hickman’s family owns HickI like this theme for a couple of reasons. One, I love music. And two, it’s man’s Family Farms and he serves on a reminder that our libraries do more the Maricopa County Board of Superthan lend books. They are community visors for District 4.

Rant...continued from page 12 Stringer seems to believe his mandate is to protect those who resemble him from anyone darker than him. And if he fails? Then America will crumble before our eyes.

Stringer warns: “We could be facing national dissolution in a decade or

two if we don’t get control of the immigration issue.”

David Stringer fears his days are numbered. To which I say, let’s hope so. Let’s really hope so.

David Leibowitz has called the Valley home since 1995. Contact david@ leibowitzsolo.com.

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By Connor Dziawura

Greetings, readers! This week I’m going to take a step back regarding events and networking, as I have an abundance of briefs relating to new West Valley facilities and businesses.

Spanning nearly our entire circulation, new developments are coming to the cities of Avondale, Buckeye, Goodyear and Tolleson, and I have the details.

Ranging from fitness opportunities to more health care and moving vehicle rental opportunities, it’s all covered today. But, of course, I have to leave you with something a little sweet. So, stick around, here’s the news!

Getting right into it, the “Judgement Free Zone” is coming to Buckeye.

Planet Fitness will open its first Buckeye location in early 2019.

At 20,000 square feet, Buckeye’s future Planet Fitness will feature stateof-the-art cardio machines and strength equipment, 30-Minute Express Circuit, fully equipped locker rooms with day lockers and showers, numerous flat screen televisions and more.

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In addition to Planet Fitness’ $10 monthly membership, a $21.99 monthly PF Black Card membership is available, with additional amenities.

These include the ability to bring a guest, visit any location, or utilize HydroMassage loungers, massage chairs, tanning beds and the Total Body Enhancement booth. Though Black Card amenities vary across locations, they will be included in Buckeye.

This will be the ninth United PF Partners location in the Phoenix area, and it follows one that opened in Goodyear in May. The new Buckeye Planet Fitness will be located at 1341 S. Watson Road, near Sundance Towne Center.

Moving a bit farther east, Tolleson Self Storage has signed on as a new U-Haul neighborhood dealer.

So, Tolleson Self Storage will now offer U-Haul trucks, towing equipment and moving supplies.

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Designer Douglas Cardinal’s inspiration on the project was the southwest landscape and Adelante’s humanitarian mission of providing care to underserved communities. Dramatic curves and an abundance of natural light are components of the facility’s design.

“Medical and patient service facilities are a critical component for every community and LGE is fortunate to be the design-build partner in constructing this state-of-the-art campus for Adelante Healthcare,” said Wayne Bell, president of LGE Design Build. “All LGE projects aim to improve the well-being of citizens Valleywide, but with Adelante we truly have the opportunity to impact the health of individuals now and into the future.”

In Avondale, Larry H. Miller Dodge Ram Avondale was named a top company to work for in Arizona.

This is the third consecutive year Larry H. Miller Dodge Ram Avondale has made the list.

Rounding out with one more item in Avondale, Paletas La Michoakana is now open. The shop opened Sunday, June 10, and focuses on a variety of flavors of milk- and water-based ice pops, which are made in house, though Thrifty ice cream is also sold.

Paletas La Michoakana is located at 105 E. Western Avenue, and is open 11 a.m. to 8 p.m. daily. Keep an eye out for a feature story in the coming weeks.

That’s all the briefs for this week!

Thanks for reading, and stick around for more news next week!

Have an item for Business Briefcase? Email Connor Dziawura at cdziawura@timespublications.com.

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Westgate Entertainment District potential outlined after sale

By Connor Dziawura YAM Properties Director Dan Dahl economic driver for our community. doesn’t foresee his company’s purchase “The Westgate development began of Glendale’s Westgate Entertainment as a catalyst project to create a unique District will have affect anyone. destination in the West Valley and it Announced June 12, the $133 has been transformed into an exciting million sale of Westgate from iStar sports and entertainment district with Inc. to GoDaddy founder Bob Parsons’ amenities for all ages.”

Scottsdale-based real estate investment Neighboring the Arizona Cardinals’ and development group opens up University of Phoenix Stadium and plenty of possibilities for connected to the Arizona the growing West Valley Coyotes’ Gila River Arena, region, though. the mixed-use Westgate “There’s an opportunity to district is home to a plethora do additional development of entertainment, retail and over time that we still office spaces. have to kind of analyze Previously owned by that, work with the city of the New York-based iStar, Glendale, who’s going to be Westgate holds tenants a great partner, and figure ranging from AMC Theatres out what the next chapter YAM Properties Founder to Dave & Busters, and of Westgate’s going to be,” and CEO Bob Parsons the offices of the Western Dahl told the West Valley is also the founder of Maricopa Coalition, or GoDaddy. (Photo courtesy View.

WESTMARC. BIG YAM) Westgate’s 76 acres are “Westgate’s sale marks home to 533,000 square feet of retail, the end of a highly successful business office and residential space. Thirty-three plan that would not have been possible acres of still-undeveloped property without the work of our Phoenixcould eventually see a boutique hotel, based partners, Teetsel Properties and additional multifamily residential, office and specialty entertainment retail space in the future, according to YAM Properties’ press release. No plans are set, though, according to Dahl.

“The potential at Westgate is huge,” Parsons said in the press release. He is the CEO and founder of YAM Properties' parent company, YAM Worldwide.

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“We are thrilled to now turn over this fantastic asset to the visionary Bob Parsons and his team at YAM Properties, while we continue to expand our core real estate finance and investment businesses.”

Though the possibilities remain, YAM Properties will likely keep the “status quo” for the time being, Dahl said. Future needs for Westgate and

the growing West Valley population have yet to be determined by YAM Properties, the city of Glendale, and potential developers.

Dahl, however, said his company is looking into how Westgate can be taken to the next level.

“The owners group that we bought it from did a great job taking it from where it was in 2011 to where it is in 2018, and we just want to kind of continue to build on that,” he said.

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Divinity enters ‘baller state of mind’ in Avondale tourney

By Eric Newman

Arizona Divinity Basketball’s 14-and-under team, from Phoenix, went undefeated at the Grassroots 365 Invitational: Southwest 2018 basketball tournament at the American Sports Center in Avondale, finishing off the competition with a 63-29 victory in the final over rival Blue Chip Nation Elite on June 17.

Divinity dominated the game throughout, especially on the defensive end, where it had the advantage in size and athleticism at nearly every position.

The team’s length and strength on the ball made it difficult for opponents to dribble anywhere near the basket, and offense came easily off steals and running out in transition. Blue Chip Nation Elite scored just eight points in the first half, to Divinity’s 30.

Like many club basketball teams, Divinity plays tournaments nearly every weekend, and has seen its share of success, often playing deep into competitions, but guard Daylin Martin, 14, said winning this tournament was a real confidence booster for the team.

“Winning this tournament feels good,

we’ve done it many times before, but now we’re playing together and as a team.

We swung the ball, weren’t arguing and everyone played their part,” he said.

As seemingly easy as the results came for Divinity, coach Devon Speaks said the season, which begun after high school and junior high competition wrapped up, started rocky, and Divinity came up short in several tournaments, losing to teams the players believe they should have beaten.

Divinity, thus, kept attacking in the championship game, continuing to compete on defense and secure easy baskets on lay ups resulting from steals until late in the game when the result was no longer in question.

“It’s a lot easier because we’ve been in this position and lost these games because we thought we were going to walk in and win easily,” Speaks said.

“So, they’ve improved in the last few months in closing games out and closing tournaments out that they know they should win. I try to remind them of the days we’d give these games up and they’re at the point where they

don’t want to do that anymore.”

At such a young age, having never donned the jersey of their eventual high school teams, winning is not the goal for Divinity’s players, who still have a lot to improve in their games, as well as building strength and basketball intelligence.

Thus, Speaks puts a lot of emphasis on not only strategy, but conditioning as well, especially for late-game situations.

“We run a lot and do a lot of plays, and so then we have energy late in the tournaments.

Coach does a lot of fourth- Divinity guard Daylin Martin, left, competes at the quarter or overtime stuff where Grassroots 365 Invitational: Southwest 2018 in we have to have the conditioning Avondale. (West Valley View photo by Eric Newman) to be ready in those situations, so “Their goal is to get themselves we don’t get tired,” Martin said. into what they call a ‘baller state of Encouraging players to get out to mind’ where they’re not scared of the high school open gyms and just play moment or the competition, they just pickup basketball for fun to develop go out there and compete and play their their individual skills, Speaks said the hardest,” Speaks said. summer will be a great opportunity for “And then their conditioning is good his players to continue to improve both enough that they can be ready at the end of as players and young men. close games and still play their hardest.”

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Canyon View will host athletic programs in its first year

By Eric Newman Canyon View High School, which opens its doors for incoming students in Waddell this fall, announced that it will immediately begin competition in Arizona Interscholastic Associationsponsored sports.

“The only sport we’re not offering is badminton, but otherwise we’ll have every other AIA sport, so we’re really diving right in,” principal and interim athletic director Phillip Nowlin said.

With the first class of freshmen set to arrive in August, Canyon View does not yet have an assistant principal, or a full-time athletic director, but Nowlin has participated in hiring a crop of coaches and trainers he believes in.

Nowlin appreciates how important athletics and other school-sponsored activities outside the classroom are for developing character and all-around education for students.

“You’re establishing school spirit, establishing a culture for extracurricular activity,” he said. “Students have the opportunity to be involved in activities outside of the normal academic day and compete. There’s a lot that you get from athletics.”

Now that the program is set, Nowlin said the first goal is to establish the teams from a young age. Most of the team sports in the fall, such as football or girls’ indoor volleyball, will not yet be competing at the varsity level, but he’s recruiting.

He said developing team camaraderie and the understanding of what it takes to

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Not sure of what the result will be in the standings at the end of the season, Nowlin said it was hard to judge exactly what success will mean in the school’s first year hitting the field. But, he said every school sports program has had to start from somewhere. When Canyon View student-athletes go out, they are positioned to start something that lasts for a long time.

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Join other families at the Avondale Civic Center Library at 11350 W. Civic Center Drive at 2 p.m. as they cool off and sing along to Coco. For information, call 623-333-2602.

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Events must be open to the public to be considered and generally must be held within the View’s coverage area, which is south of Northern Avenue, west of Loop 101, plus all of Tolleson, extending to Estrella in the south and Tonopah in the west. Events such as concerts and theatrical performances that fall outside the View’s circulation area will be considered because there are no concert halls or theater venues within our boundaries.

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Junior Book Club (Ages 8-12)

Children are encouraged to read a book each month before joining Lila for a book discussion and activities from 3:30 to 4:15 p.m. at the Tolleson Public Library, 9555 W. Van Buren Street. For information, call 623-936-2746.

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Free Stress Management Class for Military and Veterans

Ignite Yoga invites all active duty military and veterans to a free stress management class at 6:45 p.m. at 14130 W. Indian School Road, Goodyear. For information, call 623-347-7812.

Families in Action; Teens in Action Workshop

Gather with others to play Sequence, Rummikub and Mexican Train from 10 to 11:30 a.m. at the Goodyear Recreation Conference Room, 3151 N. Litchfield Road. Light refreshments will be provided.

Learn methods to improve communication and thrive as a family from 10 a.m. to noon at the Littleton Family Welcome Center, 1600 S. 107th Avenue, Avondale. For information, call 602-803-5006.

Come & Play with Me

Family Summer Crafts

Sam Garcia Western Avenue Library hosts a weekly open-play group at 495 E. Western Avenue, Avondale, at 11 a.m. for children through age 5. For information, call 623-333-2601.

Verrado Visionaries

Stop by the Verrado Grille at 4242 N. Golf Drive, Buckeye, to join fellow businessmen in a West Valley networking group at 7 a.m. each Wednesday. For information, call 623-640-6268.

Anime Club (Ages 10-18)

Learn Japanese words and cultural facts and watch manga and anime with friends from 5:30 to 6:30 p.m. at the Avondale Civic Center Library at 11350 W. Civic Center Drive. For information, call 623-333-2602.

Book Discussion Group

Pick up a copy of The Scarlet Letter by Nathaniel Hawthorne before joining a book discussion at 1 p.m. at the Downtown Buckeye Public Library, 310 N. Sixth Street. For information, call 623-349-6300.

Computer Class

Master mouse skills, Microsoft Word, basic internet, eBooks and more at 6 p.m. at the Coyote Branch Library, 21699 W. Yuma Road, Buckeye. For information, call 623-349-6314.

Families are invited to work on crafts together from 10:30 to 11:30 a.m. at Litchfield Park Branch Library, 101 W. Wigwam Boulevard. For information, call 602-652-3000.

Adult Book Discussion

Stop by the Avondale Civic Center Library at 11350 Civic Center Drive to pick up and read a copy of The Expats by Chris Pavone before the library’s discussion at noon. For information, call 623-333-2602.

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Tolmachoff Farms U-Pick

Tolmachoff Farms offers a variety of fresh produce and invites people to hand-pick their produce from 7 a.m. to noon for $1.75 per pound at 5726 N. 75th Avenue, Glendale. For information, call 602-999-3276.

Yoga @ the Library

The White Tank Branch Library at 20304 W. White Tank Mountain Road, Waddell, will hold weekly yoga classes from 11:30 a.m. to 12:20 p.m. for adults and teens 12 and older to strengthen flexibility, improve

Enjoy a relaxing afternoon full of jigsaw puzzles from 12 to 3 p.m. at the Downtown Buckeye Library, 310 N. Sixth Street. For information, call 623-349-6300.

Summer Movies at the Library

Join other families at the Buckeye Coyote Branch Library at 21699 W. Yuma Road at 2 p.m. as they watch Coco, a movie about Miguel Rivera’s adventures during El Día de los Muertos. Snacks will be available for purchase. For information, call 623-349-6300.

Not Hungry Tonight

Not Hungry Tonight is a program that seeks to stop hunger and food insecurity in communities one person at a time. The group meets from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. at the Christ Evangelical Lutheran Church’s kitchen, 918 S. Litchfield Road, Goodyear. For information, call 623-932-2394.

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St. Peter’s RePete Boutique

Stop by St. Peter’s Episcopal Church at 400 S. Old Litchfield Road, Litchfield Park, for casual and formal apparel, jewelry, books, household items and home décor between 9 a.m. and noon. For more information, call 623-935-3279.

YMCA Community Day

Buckeye Stargazing Event

Take a guided tour of the night sky with professional stargazers Tony and Carol La Conte, from Stargazing for Everyone at 8 p.m. at Skyline Regional Park, 2600 N. Watson Road, Buckeye. Learn how to use a sky map, the names and meanings of the stars, see the constellations and listen to stories of the night sky. Then go stargazing and view the moon, planets, star clusters, nebula, galaxies and more through large telescopes.

There is no cost and reservations are not required but arrive early to sign in at the information table. For more information, call 623-349-6350, email recreation@buckeyeaz.gov or visit skylineregionalpark.com.

The White Tank Branch Library at 20304 W. White Tank Mountain Road, Waddell, invites parents to bring their children through age 5 to a fun play group that builds children’s motor and social skills from 10 to 11 a.m. Toys can be checked out for two weeks at the end of the play group.

For information, call 602-652-3000.

Sunday

The American Legion Post #61 hosts bingo each Tuesday night starting at 6:45 p.m. These bingo nights have 17 games including Quickie, Early Bird, Double Action and a $1,000 progressive game. Come down to 35 N. Dysart Road, Avondale, to support the area’s youth and veterans. For information, call 623-932-4960.

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Sea Lions at Shipwreck Cove

Come see an educational show starring California Sea Lions and skilled trainers at 11:30 a.m. in a pirate-themed exhibit at Wildlife World Zoo, 16501 W. Northern Avenue, Litchfield Park. This show is free with admission. For information, call 623-935-9453.

Contemplative Prayer & Meditation

St. Peter’s Episcopal Church at 400 Old Litchfield Road, Litchfield Park, invites people desiring to deepen their meditation practice or try meditation for the first time to join them from 3 to 4 p.m. Sundays. All faiths are welcome. For information, call 623-935-3279.

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Baby Time

The Southwest Valley YMCA will offer Goodyear residents complimentary access to the facility from 7 a.m. to 5 p.m. at 2919 Litchfield Road, Goodyear. For information, call 623-935-5193.

The Tolleson Public Library at 9555 W. Van Buren Street invites babies and their caregivers to an interactive play time at 1 p.m. For information, call 623-936-2746.

Van Gogh Starry Night Painting (Ages 18+)

West Valley Human Services Alliance

Students can create their own version of Van Gogh’s Starry Night from 11:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. at Sam Garcia Western Avenue Library, 495 E. Western Avenue, Avondale. Art supplies are provided. Registration is required. For information, call 623-333-2601.

West Valley Human Services Alliance offers networking and features various speakers from 9 a.m. to noon every fourth Monday of the month at the Pendergast Learning Center at 3841 N. 91st Avenue, Phoenix. For information, call 623-935-3781.

Verrado by Bashas’ Bookmobile

Stop by Christ Evangelical Lutheran Church’s Classroom C at 918 S. Litchfield Road, Goodyear, for the Hope support group from 5:30 to 7:30 p.m.

The goal of the group is to provide help for those struggling with any mental disorder by sharing experiences and supporting others. For information, call 480-994-4407.

The Bookmobile, a library on wheels, will be at 21064 W. Main Street, Buckeye, from 9 to 11 a.m. Visitors can get library cards and check out and return books. For information, call 623-349-6300.

Paws for Reading

Preschoolers and school-age children can visit Goodyear Branch Library with a parent to practice reading with a registered therapy dog. The Paws for Reading program starts at 2 p.m. at 14455 W. Van Buren Street. For information, call 602-652-3000.

Walking in Victory

Walking in Victory is a nonprofit group that encourages healthy living. Join other men and women from 7 to 8 a.m. for an hour of walking, stretching and motivational talks at Friendship Park, 12325 W. McDowell Road, Avondale. For information, call 602-686-2562.

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Family Game Night

The Tolleson Public Library at 9555 W. Van Buren Street will host a family game night complete with classic board games, card games and STEM activities from 4:30 to 6:30 p.m. For information, call 623-936-2746.

Junior Summer Camp at Main Event

Children ages five to seven are invited to enjoy a week-long STEM camp from 8 to 3:30 p.m. each week day at Main Event Entertainment, 10315 W. McDowell Road, Avondale. This week’s themes are Minecraft Mayhem: Civil Engineering and Sailing the Seas: Pirate Adventure. Prices vary. For information, call 623-936-5300.

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Buckeye Business Connection

Buckeye Chamber hosts the Buckeye Business Connection from 7:15 to 8:30 a.m. every Tuesday at the Chamber office at 508 E. Monroe Avenue. This group serves coffee and a light breakfast and networks with business members in the community. Each week, there will also be a different guest speaker. For information, call 623-386-2727.

Tech Help

Master eBooks, email, Word more from 3 to 4 p.m. at Tolleson Public Library, 9555 W. Buren Street. For information, 623-936-2746.

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Yoga for Preschoolers

The Tolleson Public Library at 9555 W. Van Buren Street invites preschoolers to weekly yoga classes from 11 a.m. to noon. For information, call 623-936-2746.

Estrella Toastmasters

Visit a Toastmasters Community meeting to become a stronger public speaker and leader from 6:30 to 7:45 a.m. at the Southwest Valley Chamber of Commerce, 289 N. Litchfield Road, Goodyear. For information, call 602-391-5781.

Hot Coffee Series: The Deer Petroglyph Preserve through Time

Learn about the use of land from prehistoric times to the present from 7 to 8:30 p.m. at Total Wine & More, 1416 N. Litchfield Road, Goodyear. For information, call 623-547-2109.

Follow Your Art Jr.

High school students are invited to expand their art portfolio for college applications in a free art class from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. on June 26 to 28, July 10 to July 12, July 17 to July 19 and July 24 to July 26 at the Loma Linda Community Center, 420 E. Loma Linda Boulevard, Goodyear.

The class is limited to 20 students.

To register, call 623-882-7525.

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Preschoolers Storytime

The Tolleson Public Library at 9555 W. Van Buren Street invites preschool-age children to read books, sing songs and take part in activities at 11 a.m. For information, call 623-936-2746.

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meeting to become a stronger public speaker and leader from 6:15 to 7:30 p.m. at Mimi’s Cafe, 1220 N. Dysart Road, Goodyear. For information, call 602-391-5781.

Greased Lightning Swim Night

Enjoy a fun ’50s-themed swim event from 6 to 8:30 p.m. at the Litchfield Park Recreation Center Pool, 100 S. Old Litchfield Road. Families can enjoy cannonball contests, games and more. Attendance is $3. Children 3 years and under are admitted free.

For information, call 623-935-9040.

Bingo for Books

Have a fun afternoon of Bingo for Books from 11 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. at White Tank Branch Library, 20304 W. White Tank Mountain Road, Waddell. Registration is required. For information, call 602-652-3000.

More to Explore

Kids ages 6 to 12 can build structures, experiment, play games and make crafts at this interactive learning program from 3 to 4 p.m. at the Avondale Civic Center Library, 11350 W. Civic Center Drive. For information, call 623-333-2602.

Teen Volunteer Wednesdays (Ages 12-18)

Teens looking to meet new friends and volunteer for school credit can meet at the Avondale Civic Center Library’s Volunteer Wednesdays from 3 to 5 p.m. at 11350 Civic Center Drive.

For information, call 623-333-2602.

Crafternoons

The Goodyear Branch Library at 14455 W. Van Buren Street is hosting an afternoon of crafts for children 6 and older at 11:30 a.m. Registration is required. For information, call 602-652-3000.

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In Stitches in Goodyear

Enjoy tea and coffee and meet fellow crafters and work on crochet, knitting or sewing projects. Come by the Goodyear Branch Library at 14455 W. Van Buren Street from 1:30 to 3 p.m. to join. For information, call 602-652-3000.

Al-Anon Stepping Stones

The Christ Presbyterian Church at 925 N. Sarival Avenue, Goodyear, hosts a weekly Al-Anon meeting at 7 p.m. Al-Anon seeks to support the friends and families of alcoholics.

For information, call 623-882-0721.

Toddler Storytime

Bring children to the Tolleson Public Library at 9555 W. Van Buren Street, so they can hear picture books read aloud and play with other toddlers at 11 a.m.

For information, call 623-936-2746.

Family Summer Crafts

Families are invited to work on crafts together from 10:30 to 11:30 a.m. at Litchfield Park Branch Library, 101 W. Wigwam Boulevard. For information, call 602-652-3000.

Thematic Book Club

The Litchfield Park Library at 101 W. Wigwam Boulevard holds monthly book club meetings at 1 p.m. that focus on a new theme each month.

This month focuses on books related to music. For information or help finding a book for the meeting, call 602-652-3457.

Craig Davis Magic Show

Enjoy a fast-paced and entertaining magic show filled with audience involvement from 11:15 a.m. to noon at the Sam Garcia Western Avenue Library, 495 E. Western Avenue, Avondale. For information, call 623-333-2601.

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Heed an air conditioner’s warning signs

By West Valley View staff The 100-plus degree days have arrived, marking the beginning of air conditioning season. Air conditioners can fail at any time.

“Some of the warning signs are fairly obvious, while others are subtler,” explained Bryce Heffelfinger, owner of A/C Expertek in Goodyear. “Knowing the warning signs will allow you to get professional service before the problems get out of control.”

A typical air conditioner will last about 10 years. If an air conditioner is running but the house is not as cool, it can be a sign of: • low Freon levels • compressor failure • a clogged air filter • a clogged return duct Heffelfinger advises homeowners to inspect their air conditioners – inside and outside the house. Look for any oil spray or splatters on the air conditioner’s components, which would indicate a major seal gasket has blown and caused the unit’s Freon

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to leak. A Freon leak should be fixed immediately; if the unit’s Freon goes dry, the compressor will sustain major damage.

“The only noise you should hear

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Native Grill & Wings launches revised menu

By Christina Fuoco-Karasinski Native Grill & Wings recently debuted a lunch menu filled with lunchtime promotions to provide customers with value-driven meal options.

Native’s lunch menu features the Big Ol’ Slice lunch special, a deal that lets customers order a larger-than-normal slice of pizza and choice of soda or tea for $5 at participating locations. In addition to their Big Ol’ Slice special, Native introduces the mix and match lunch option allowing customers to choose an entrée and add as many sides of their favorite appetizers to pair.

“We are thrilled to debut our revamped lunch menu as it is customizable to every individual guest,” CEO Dan Chaon said.

“We want them to be able to enjoy a filling, delicious lunchtime meal at a value-driven price point. At Native, we’re always trying to find new ways to say ‘thank you’ to our customers for all of the success we’ve garnered

over the years. Creating menus and promos that give them the best bang for their buck is part of that.”

The lunch menu also highlights the return of jalapeño puffs and curly fries. After being featured on Native’s Throwback menu in March, the items are permanent menu items.

These new additions come on the heels of Native Buffalo fries as they continue to be a successful menu item after their launch in March. Native Buffalo fries offer a unique take on Native’s signature seasoned fries and chicken strippers.

“Our Throwback Menu received such enthusiasm from Native guests – old and new – that Popular Valley chain Native Grill & Wings returned to serving jalapeño puffs as part of their it was a no-brainer to include these permanent menu. (West Valley View photo by Native Grill & WIngs) Native legacy items on our new Native puts into creating a menu that best divided into a bar and restaurant, with menu,” Chaon said. “We want our approximately 30-40 flat screen TVs food to speak for the thoughtfulness that serves our guests.”

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‘Stargazing for Everyone’ offers glimpse into universe

By West Valley View staff Take a guided tour of the night sky with professional Stargazers Tony and Carol La Conte, from Stargazing for Everyone, at 8 p.m. Saturday, June 23, at Skyline Regional Park in Buckeye.

Learn how to use a sky map, the names and meanings of the stars, see the constellations and listen to stories of the night sky. Then go stargazing and view the moon, planets, star clusters, nebula, galaxies and more through large telescopes.

Guests are encouraged to bring binoculars for additional viewing and digital cameras to photograph planets

through telescopes. Additional items to bring include flashlights with a red lens, water and chairs. The presentation will begin promptly at 8 p.m. There is no cost and reservations are not required but arrive early to sign in at the information table. Attendees are encouraged to carpool as parking is limited.

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Bison born at Wildlife World Zoo

By Christina Fuoco-Karasinski

Wildlife World Zoo, Aquarium & Safari Park recently welcomed a baby bison, which is on exhibit with its mother and herd in the Adventureland section of the park.

The baby bison and its mother are the traditional brown color. The father is a white bison, which is considered spiritually significant by the Native Americans.

The bison, also known as buffalo, is the largest terrestrial animal in North America, weighing an average of 2,000 pounds and standing over 6 feet tall. Buffalo can run at speeds of 40 miles per hour and have four times the strength of an ox.

At the entrance of Adventureland, guests are greeted by a large black bear and bison exhibit. From there, guests encounter dozens of new species from North, Central and South America.

Wildlife World’s native bobcat kitten continues to be cared for inside the baby animal nursery. The bobcat population is threatened due to habitat loss, disease, automobile accidents and hunting. The bobcat is often hunted for its fur.

With more than 600 species and 6,000 animals on display, there are

frequent new arrivals at the zoo. Other babies on display include Austin, the reticulated giraffe; Arizona’s first marine mammal, Sunny the Sea Lion; black swans; warthogs; red river hogs; several hoofed animal species; a variety of primate species, including red handed tamarins, DeBrazza monkey and the colobus monkey.

Wildlife World’s keepers and veterinarians have raised dozens of species of wild and endangered animals over the past quarter century and strives to maximize genetic diversity in the zoological population with their breeding programs. As a USDA licensed, private institution, accredited by the Zoological Association of America (ZAA) and the Alliance of Marine Mammal Parks & Aquariums (AMMPA), Wildlife World Zoo, Aquarium & Safari Park receives zero taxpayer funding. No tax dollars have ever been spent to build or operate Wildlife World in its 33-year history.

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Wildlife World Zoo, Aquarium & Safari Park’s newly born baby bison is on exhibit with its mother and herd in the Adventureland section of the park. (Photo courtesy Wildlife World Zoo, Aquarium & Safari Park)

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Yorkie Luv Rescue provides hope for homeless dogs

By Lauren Serrato

Being a dog lover might be an understatement for Goodyear resident Rene Silva. With eight Yorkies in her home, she has a passion for caring for dogs who previously lacked a loving owner.

Silva is the vice president of the Yorkie Luv Rescue, which has rescued, rehabilitated and rehomed the dogs who are homeless or struggle to be adopted since the group was founded in 2014. The board members and volunteers commit to finding the dogs forever homes.

“Only counting this year, we have taken in 25 dogs and there have been 21 adoptions,” Silva said. “Three of the dogs were too sick when we rescued them and didn’t make it. And there are 20 forever dogs in our care, which are dogs that are too sick or old to be adopted.”

This rescue group focuses on helping Yorkies who are unlikely to be adopted due to medical reasons or age. When rescued from an animal shelter, the dogs are taken to the veterinarian

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While extensive, Silva said the process is necessary.

“We get our dogs from shelters, surrendered dogs or rescue them from the streets,” Silva said. “We don’t ever want them back in that situation. I definitely think it is good that we are picky with our adopters.”

Despite its name, Yorkie Luv Rescue has worked with other types of dogs, including Chihuahuas.

“I have love for all dogs,” Silva said, referring to the puppies in her home.

“But we can’t save all sized dogs. For example, we can’t have a German Shepherd with a small Yorkie.”

All the dogs in Silva’s home are Yorkies, however, she expressed her passion for helping all breeds. In fact, two years ago Silva rescued a pit bull that was stranded in the middle of the road on Bullard.

“I brought him home and we learned to trust each other,” Silva said. “I ended up getting him neutered, shots, chipped and adopted him to an amazing family.

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away others. If I can help, I do.”

To continue to save dogs, Yorkie Luv Rescue relies on volunteers and donations. “We have lots of volunteers with lots of foster dogs, but we could sure use more foster homes. We are able to save more dogs if they have more places to go.”

Silva encourages anyone to check out Yorkie Luv Rescue online at yorkieluvrescue.com and consider fostering or adopting one of their pups. “We have 18 dogs ready for their forever homes. You know when it is the right adopter. The dog is excited and the person is excited. It is an amazing experience. And, of course, leaves room for other dogs,” Silva said.

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Get rockin’ with Goodyear Library magic show

By Mckayla Hull

Chandler magician Eric Giliam is known internationally after performing on TV shows like England’s The Magicians and Rome’s The Illusionist.

His ultimate dream is to make it on America’s Got Talent.

“It’s pretty tough to get on that show, though,” Giliam said.

In the meantime, the Alaska native will perform Saturday, June 23, at the Goodyear Library as a part of the Arizona Reading Program’s Libraries Rock! Giliam said he will add rock music to complement the three to four acts he will introduce. “(I will add) a lot of excitement, a little bit of comedy, dead-pan humor, a lot of cool music and lighting effects,” he said.

Library Branch Manager Beth Medley said Giliam “put on a fantastic show for us last summer and the customers really responded well. His program was really great, and they hoped we would be able to partner with him again. We’re really glad to have him on our library calendar this year.”

Giliam said he likes to add audience participation at his library shows because “the kids always want to come up.”

“I’ll be showing the kids how to do one trick during the show and then I’ll be doing some kind of sciencebased magic: making water appear and disappear into cups,” Giliam added.

The magician is a good role model for the kids. Medley said the library wants children to see “they have all kinds of options in the world of things they can do and things they can be. I think magic shows are a great way to show that sort of metaphorically.”

Giliam, 26, discovered magic at age 13 when he saw David Copperfield.

“Right when I saw his show, I knew that’s what I wanted to end up doing,” Giliam said.

After the show, he went to a local magic shop to pursue his passion. He honed his craft quickly. At age 19, he won a prestigious magic competition in Vegas.

Since moving to Arizona almost five years ago, Giliam has performed

Valley magician Eric Giliam will debut several new tricks at his Goodyear Branch Library show on Saturday, June 23. (Photo courtesy Eric Giliam)

at numerous theaters, hotels, casinos and resorts in the state. Although he has solidified his career here, he isn’t recognized and Giliam prefers that.

“I’m a pretty laid-back, mellow person behind the magic,” Giliam said. “Once I get on stage, I have to be an extroverted person to engage the audience.”

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Baton Twirling Camp Becky Hewitt has taught the annual Arizona Twirling Athletes baton twirling camp for 35 years. Kids ages 6 to 16 enjoyed the camp June 7-10 at the Wigwam Resort and Litchfield Elementary School.

1. Instructor Becky Hewitt twirls during training; 2. Cazlyn Honaker, 10, works on her baton moves; 3. America Troupe, 16, trains during camp; 4. Aliana Bostwick, 7, learns some new baton moves; 5. Erica Barndt, 17, works on her twirl routine; 6. ASU Baton Twirler Kassidy Paigetse instructs the advanced group; 7. Karlee Lambertus, 6, works on her twirling skills during camp.

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Tolleson Quiz Bowl team learns life lesson

By Christina Fuoco-Karasinski

Tolleson Union High School’s Quiz Bowl team may not have fared well in its trip to the nationals in Atlanta, but it did take away something important: A sense of pride.

“I learned to stay optimistic,” said Teja Turner, 17, an incoming senior at TUHS. “We didn’t have the best record, but when we got a question right, we would celebrate. We wanted it to stay light and happy. If we didn’t, the trip wouldn’t have been as fun as it was.”

TUHS recently joined 351 of the top high school quiz bowl teams at the Atlanta Marriott Marquis for the 2018 High School National Championship Tournament. TUHS, one of six from Arizona, finished the preliminary rounds with an 0-10 record. The team’s shot at the playoffs ended when it lost to Novi B from Michigan in round 12.

The tournament champion was the A team from Plano West Senior High School of Plano, Texas.

Quiz bowl is a competitive, academic, interscholastic activity for teams of four students. Quiz bowl teams use buzzers

to answer questions about science, math, history, literature, mythology, geography, social science, current events, sports and popular culture.

The matches feature a blend of individual competition and team collaboration because no player is likely to be an expert in all subject areas. Participation in the quiz bowl reinforces lessons from the classroom and encourages players to develop new intellectual interests.

The team was captained by Lizbeth Torres, who was joined by Jacob Stange, Edlyn Terrazas Zambrano and Turner.

The team was coached by Chief Warrant Officer 5 (Ret.) Freddie Jordan Jr. “I am extremely proud of them,” Jordan said. “For Tolleson, this is our first national academic competition that we’ve done since I came here in 2013.

“We didn’t win a round, however, we didn’t come in last place for points. It was a great experience for our students and they learned a lot.”

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and focused, even though things weren’t going their way,” Jordan said. “They had a very, very positive attitude. They were able to work well as a team and they didn’t get down on themselves.”

Jordan helms the TUHS Marine Corps Junior ROTC, from which students traveled to the Quiz Bowl.

“Ninety-five percent of the schools that were there, they were not JROTC students,” said Jordan, a Buffalo, New York, native. “They were regular high school students.

“A lot of times, when we do competitions, we do a lot of physical fitness competitions. This is an academic competition. It was important for me to let them know and emphasize to them that physical strength is just as important as mental health and academics.”

He said he believes in leading by

example.

“I tell them that it’s one thing to tell someone to do something, but it’s a totally different thing to demonstrate what it is you want them to do,” Jordan explained.

The kids picked up on that. During a round against Troy High School in Fullerton, California, TUHS students gave their foes pencils and paper when they realized they didn’t have them.

“That speaks volumes to the types of students we have in our program,” Jordan said. “Those are life lessons.

They competed, but they were mindful of the individuals around them.”

The experience made Turner feel better about herself.

“It wasn’t very stressful because my team was lighthearted, and we didn’t get down on ourselves. I have anxiety and I get stressed a lot, but it was a good experience that kept me sane.”

Youth theater, art classes offered this summer

By West Valley View staff

Kids with an artistic ability to perform on stage or on a canvas can sign up for summer camps through the city of Goodyear Arts and Culture Division.

Those between the ages of 8 to 15 years old – and at any level of experience – will be able to summon their inner actor July 16 to July 19 at Desert Edge High School, 15778 W. Yuma Road.

The registration fee is $50 for Goodyear residents or $75 for nonresidents.

Follow Your Art Jr. is a free fourweek program for high school students

who would like to develop their art portfolio for college applications and scholarships. Participants will review basic and advanced drawing techniques, watercolor and acrylic painting, and other media such as pastels. The program is from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. Tuesdays, Wednesdays and Thursdays from June 26 to July 26 at Loma Linda Community Center, 420 E. Loma Linda Boulevard.

To register for either program or for more information, visit goodyearaz. gov/arts.

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Student Chronicles

Know a student who’s doing something remarkable? Tell us about it! Email Christina Fuoco-Karasinski at christina@timespublications.com.

Amber Murray graduated from Ohio Christian University in Circleville, Ohio, with an Associate of Arts in human services. Ohio Christian University is committed to offering a complete education that develops students intellectually, professionally and spiritually. OCU offers degree programs for residential undergraduate students, graduate students and adult and online students.

Nikki M. Kintz of Buckeye was among nearly 600 master’s and doctoral degree recipients at The University of Scranton’s graduate commencement ceremony in the Byron Recreation Complex in Scranton, Pennsylvania.

Kintz earned a Master of Business Administration degree in operations management and enterprise resources planning from The University of Scranton.

Caroline Niceschwander of Goodyear graduated from Eastern New Mexico University in Portales, New Mexico. ENMU is a state institution offering associate, bachelor’s and master’s degree options.

Brittany Lopez, a junior at Greenville University in Greenville, Illinois, made the dean’s list. Greenville University is a four-year accredited Christian liberal arts school with more than 1,400 undergraduate and graduate students. It was founded in 1892 and is affiliated with the Free Methodist Church.

Meggan K. Handyside of Avondale earned a Bachelor of Arts degree in anthropology from Oregon State University in Corvallis, Oregon. OSU is one of the few large universities in the nation to hand out students’ actual diplomas during the commencement ceremony.

Sabre Morris of Buckeye graduated from Colorado College in Colorado Springs with a bachelor’s degree in international political economy.

Several local students graduated from ASU. From Avondale: Saul Hernandez, Ira A. Fulton Schools of Engineering; Klarissa Moreno, College of Public Service and Community Solutions;

Yamileth Ponce, Herberger Institute for Design and the Arts; Jose Vasquez, College of Health Solutions; Camryn Curtis, Mary Lou Fulton Teachers College; Arlette Galarza, College of Health Solutions; Navneet Kaur, College of Liberal Arts and Sciences; Tessa Leonhardt, College of Liberal Arts and Sciences; Mi Ngo, Mary Lou Fulton Teachers College; Zachary Padilla, Ira A. Fulton Schools of Engineering; Stephanie Ruiz, College of Liberal Arts and Sciences; and Andrea Williams, College of Public Service and Community Solutions.

From Buckeye: Sabrina Booth, New College of Interdisciplinary Arts and Sciences; Amy Chieng, College of Liberal Arts and Sciences; Danielle Cook, Mary Lou Fulton Teachers College; Linda Martinez, College of Liberal Arts and Sciences; Tara Mori, Mary Lou Fulton Teachers College; Dane Olson, College of Health Solutions; Chad Parkening, College of Public Service and Community Solutions; Joel Rivera Jr., New College of Interdisciplinary Arts and Sciences; Emily Slick, Mary Lou Fulton Teachers College; Deejae Tucker, College of Nursing and Health Innovation; and Molly Wingfield, W.P. Carey School of Business.

From Goodyear: Alyssa Grover, Mary Lou Fulton Teachers College; Kyle Knight, Ira A. Fulton Schools of Engineering; Moryssa Lopez, College of Integrative Sciences and Arts; Katherine McGonigle, New College of Interdisciplinary Arts and Sciences; Elisa Rangel, College of Liberal Arts and Sciences; Silvia Snyder, Mary Lou Fulton Teachers College; Dayle Hebert, Walter Cronkite School of Journalism and Mass Communications; and Leonard Veloz, W.P. Carey School of Business.

From Litchfield Park: Brandon AkiJackson, College of Liberal Arts and Sciences; Alexander Bernard, College of Liberal Arts and Sciences; Antoni Lerias, College of Nursing and Health Innovation; Travis Patterson, College of Nursing and Health Innovation; and Nicole Serrano, College of Integrative Sciences and Arts.

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Teachers College; Brenda Ferrera, Mary Lou Fulton Teachers College; and Summerrey Rodriguez, College of Public Service and Community Solutions.

From Tonopah: Felix Santoyo-Nino, College of Liberal Arts and Sciences.

Jason Rankin, a criminal justice major from Goodyear, has been named to Upper Iowa University’s dean’s list for the 2018 spring semester. To be Many students from the West Valley graduated from honored, a student must Arizona State University this spring. (Photo courtesy ASU) have earned a minimum Sidney Johnson of Avondale earned 3.50 grade point average a Bachelor of Arts in English from for the semester and be enrolled as Northern Illinois University in DeKalb, a full-time student. The school is in Illinois.

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Briana Wilbur of Goodyear was Brandon Dejuliannie of Goodyear earned an associate’s degree with named to Siena College’s president’s honors in aviation maintenance list. The president’s list for the technician from Northern Michigan Loudonville, New York, college requires a 3.9 grade point average or University.

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Arizona Girls State marks 71st session

By West Valley View staff

Nearly 300 girls from throughout Arizona converged on the University of Arizona campus for the 71st session of The American Legion Auxiliary premier program, Arizona Girls State.

The session, which ran from June 3 to June 9, was open to girls completing their junior year of high school and who meet the necessary qualifications.

Among the participants were Rashell Mojica-Sanchez of Tolleson University High School; Elaina Barrera, Viance Bracamonte and Ashley Perez from La Joya High School; Brynn Callahan, Ananya Eeraveni, Kenna Elliot, Jullian Franke, Kaycee Molina and Brooke Zanon from Millennium High School; Teresa Noll from Tonopah Valley High School; Anna Bruen and Alexandria Smith from Verrado High School; Berna Dennis, Jenny Mendoza and Savannah Nix from Westview High

School, and Mersadez Bowen from Youngker High School.

American Legion Auxiliary Arizona Girls State is a weeklong program designed to educate young women in the functions of their government and kindle the desire to actively participate in and responsibly fulfill their role as citizens.

“This is a week that shapes a lifetime,” said Penny Maklary, Girls State director.

The girls were housed in an original home to Girls State for many years. State-of-the-art, eco-friendly instructional classrooms throughout UofA were assigned to the program this year.

“Similar to past years, we have senior staff who work as city and county advisers, while junior counselors return from a previous year’s Girls

State session to assist senior staff in the educational process,” she said.

Arizona Girls State is comprised of 12 cities and four counties, with 22 to 24 girls in each city, and 75 girls per county. The girls are divided into two pseudo political parties called federalists and nationalists.

Precinct committeemen watch over all elections and assist political parties. Each city elects a mayor and council; writes its own ordinances and resolutions and passes a budget and a strategy for planning and zoning.

Cities were assigned to a county and the educational process continued with campaigning and election to county and state positions.

During the week, the girls conducted regular city and party meetings, wrote and debated bills, received instruction from actual elected state/county

officials and “learned by doing.”

Midweek, they elected the governor and secretary of state. The girls elected to these two positions will return to preside over the 72nd Arizona Girls State session. Smith was elected governor.

The week ends with the election of two delegates as senators to attend the prestigious Girls Nation held the following month in Washington, D.C. Girls Nation is an all-expenses-paid week with other girls elected state senators from across the nation. They debate federal issues they present as bills, visit the Pentagon, Arlington National Cemetery, the White House and other memorials in the nation’s capital.

For more information on Girls State or the American Legion Auxiliary, call 602-241-1080.

Avondale fire offers babysitting safety workshop

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Avondale Fire & Medical will offer a two-day babysitting workshop, Tuesday, June 26, and Wednesday, June 27.

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Participants must attend both days for certification.

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extinguisher use, poison emergencies and environmental emergencies.

The workshop is hosted at Avondale Fire Station 172, 1825 N. 107th Avenue, and runs from 8 a.m. to noon.

The training is $25, and registration is required by calling 623-333-6112, or emailing Sue Anglin, at sanglin@ avondaleaz.gov.

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Teens in the Avondale Fire & Medical babysitting workshop will learn CPR/AED and fire aid, among other skills. (Photo courtesy city of Avondale)

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Autumn Raylee Gumm

Belva Jean Taylor

Grover Eugene Lumbard

Autumn Raylee Gumm, age 21 of Goodyear, died June 9, 2018. She was born October 3, 1996 in Glendale to Danny Gumm and Kendall Stewart.

Autumn is survived by her mother, Kendall Stewart; father, Danny Gumm; sister, Amber Gumm; brother, Kevin Gumm; and grandparents, Sandra Stewart and Tom and Vickie Gumm.

A funeral service was held on Saturday, June 16, 2018 at Skyway Church, 14900 W Van Buren St, Goodyear, AZ 85338. Condolences for the family may be left at www.thompsonfuneralchapel.com.

Belva Jean Taylor, 90, formerly of Sun City, passed on April 25, 2018 in Goodyear. Belva was born on March 21, 1928 in Newton, KS to Milo and Myrtle Carter.

She was preceded in death by her devoted husband of 70 years, Ramon Carter Taylor who passed away two years ago. She is survived by her sons, Garry (Deborah) of Litchfield Park and Michael (Janet) of Fort Mill, SC; eight grandchildren; 27 great-grandchildren and her sister Mardell Hushbeck of Sun City. A graveside memorial service, in her honor, will be held at the National Memorial Cemetery of Arizona on Monday, June 18, 2018 at 9:30 A.M.

Grover Eugene Lumbard, age 89 of Goodyear, died June 7, 2018. He was born September 7, 1928 in Dawson, NM to Charles and Pearl Thornbury Lumbard.

Grover is survived by his beloved wife Cathy; sister, Darlene Weir Coshow (Jim); and his six beautiful children from first marriage to Jeannine, Steve Lumbard (Callene), Lola Lumbard Leen, Paula Lumbard (Susan Rennie), Dirk Lumbard (Anderson Ferrell), Doug Lumbard (Darlene), Jeanne Lumbard Federovitch (Eric); seven grandchildren; eight great-grandchildren and one more on the way; brother-in-law, Robert Schumacher (Erika); and nieces, Patti Lumbard Totten (Paul), Cheryl Lumbard Johnson (Rick).

Grover is predeceased by his father, Charles; mother, Pearl Thornbury Lumbard; brothers, Norman, Charles (“Buddy”), Warren Weir; and sister Pauline Lumbard.

A celebration of life will be held at 10 AM on Saturday July 7, 2018 at Our Lady of Guadalupe Monastery, 8502 W Pinchot Ave, Phoenix. In lieu of flowers, Grover would like you to remember: Our Lady of Guadalupe (olgmonastery.com); Hospice of the Valley (hov.org). Condolences for the family may be left at www.thompsonfuneralchapel.com

Raymond Samuel Brewer

Raymond passed away peacefully in his sleep on June 12, 2018. He was a devoted husband and family man. Ray retired from Reynolds Metals in 1985, then worked as a security guard for John F. Long and worked with his son-in -law.

He enjoyed his retirement years with his sweet wife, children, grandchildren and great-grandchildren. Ray is survived by his wife of 64 years Lavonne, daughters Sharon Cochrane (Don), Donna Stephenson (JT), son Tommy, six grandchildren, eight great grandchildren. He was preceded in death by his parents Albert and Alpha , brothers Jerry and Pete, and daughter Sandy. He will be missed by all.

Services will be on June 20th at 10:00 at Litchfield Park First Baptist Church at 901 E. Plaza Circle, Litchfield Park, AZ 85340.

Karen Lee Manriquez Karen Lee Manriquez, age 61 of Glendale died June 4, 2018 in Phoenix.

She was born May 20, 1957 in Carson City, NV to Walter Mosley and Rosemary Mitchell. Karen loved to laugh and celebrate life. She was always quick to dance if the opportunity arose. She had a “servant’s heart” and lived her faith.

Her life was centered around God and family.

Karen is survived by her husband Raul Manriquez; daughters, Raquel Landefeld, Lillian Garcia; sons, Stanford Leef, Joshua Manriquez; sisters, Pamela Metcalf, Margaret Robinson, Marie Dave; brothers, Dan Mosley, John Mosley, Joseph Mosley, William Clark, Thomas Clark; and nine grandchildren, Zechariah, Michael, Izzy, Lex, Tali, Ariana, Reyna, Christopher, and Stylez.

A memorial was held on Saturday, June 16, 2018 at Calvary Church Surprise, 15610 W Greenway Rd, Surprise, AZ 85374. Condolences for the family may be left at www.thompsonfuneralchapel.com.

Brian Sweet Brian Sweet, of Buckeye, died May 28, 2018 in Buckeye.

He was born in Longview WA, November 20, 1974. TSgt Brian Sweet, was a Technician in the Communications Flight at the 161st refueling wing of the Arizona ANG at the time of his death.

Brian is survived by his wife, Erin Winkler; children, Alexander Sweet, Emma Roller, and Daniel Sweet, as well as his sister, Danielle Coudriet; and grandparents Bob and Barbara Sweet.

Funeral services will be 11 June, 2018 at 9:30 AM at National Memorial Cemetery of Arizona, 23029 Cave Creek Road, Phoenix, AZ. Pallbearers, all from the 161st Refueling Wing, will be Veronica Pena, Keith Lafferty, Trent Stokes, Christopher Richards, Sandra Uliasz , Don Uliasz.

Memorials donations, in lieu of flowers, may be made to www.gofundme.com/2wce4k-winkler-familymemorial-fund

Margaret Shadle Margaret Shadle, age 69 of Phoenix, died May 30, 2018 in Phoenix. She was born September 20, 1948 in Phoenix to John and Hortencia Lara. Margaret is survived by her husband, Clem T. Shadle, Sr.; daughter, JoAnn Shadle; sons, Clem A. Shadle, Jr, Richard Shadle, Sr.; 13 grandchildren, Brianna Shadle, Sheena Mata, Michelle Suazo, Christopher Shadle, Ciara Shadle, Richard Shadle, Jr., Hector Shadle, Daniel Shadle, Quintin Shadle, Clem Shadle, III, Johnny Shadle, Joshua Shadle, Alyssa Shadle; seven greatgrandchildren, Seriana Stephens, Isaiah Stephens, Josiah Suazo; Elijah Stephens, Adrian Shadle, AAleahya Shadle, Christopher Shadle, Jr.; parents, John and Hortencia Lara; sisters, Susie Olivas, Regina Lara, and Elizabeth Oquist.

She was preceded in death by her sisters, Patsy and Virgie Lara.

A funeral service was held on Saturday, June 9, 2018 at New Life Covenant Church, 541 E. Main Street, Avondale, AZ 85323. Condolences for the family may be left at www.thompsonfuneralchapel.com.

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APPLIANCE SERVICES

CLEANING

GABRIEL’S AP PPLIANCE &S ARTS

ERVICE

ESTABLISHED IN 2006 Providing service to people, not just machines.

Parts & Repairs for most major brands.

MAJOR APPLIANCES REPAIRED IN HOME Washers • Dryers • Dishwashers • Refrigerators • Ranges

(623) 535-9611 gabrielsapplianceservice@hotmail.com

Call us today at 623-225-2002

♥ $50 off 1st month ♥ ♥ Daily, Weekly, Bi-Weekly, Monthly. We do it all for Commercial Businesses ♥ We leave your office smelling great!

• Bonded & Insured •

HOME IMPROVEMENT & PAINTING Interior/Exterior Painting 30 YEARS EXPERIENCE Dunn Edwards Quality Paint Small Stucco/Drywall Repairs

We Are State Licensed and Reliable!

Free Estimates • Senior Discounts

480-338-4011

ROC#309706

CLASSIFIEDS

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& SERVICE DIRECTORY HANDYMAN I AM HOME REPAIR L.L.C.

• Service & Installation • Door Off Track • Routine Maintenance • Licensed, Bonded & Insured • Valley Wide Service 24/7 • Hablo Español ROC# 319202

HANDYMAN

HANDYMAN

LANDSCAPING

Professional Handyman

Arroyo Springs Landscape LLC

Over 25 Years Construction Experience

Free Estimates

Minnesota Ethics in an Arizona Economy

•No Job Too Small • Free Estimates

Licensed, Bonded, Insured • ROC 209166

BROKEN SPRINGS

623-225-1930 azbestgaragedoors@gmail.com

GARAGE DOOR/ SERVICES

602-931-0904

WHY PAY MORE? Mike 714-742-4527

HANDYMAN

HOME IMPROVEMENTS

HandymanIam@cox.net

AS LOW AS $45 PER ISSUE ASK US HOW!

Not a licensed contractor

Clean-ups • Weed Control Bush/Tree Trimming or removal Maintenance Sprinkler/Drip Repair • Overseed Dethatching • Planting • Mowing

Javier 623-249-9395 Not a licensed contractor

LANDSCAPING Lawn Care

Garage Doors

Repair • Service • Installation Family Owned & Operated

623.556.8378

Same Day Service & Free Estimates Licensed, Bonded & Insured ROC #289066

omplimentary Plumbing SERVICES nspection withGLASS Any Repair

Don’t let your broken panes...

Break your bank!!!

Mention this ad: Buy One Window Replacement Get the Second -1/2 OFF* Residential • Commercial Family Owned & Operated In Arizona Since 1977 www.demersglass.com

(623) 878-1180

*Equal or lesser value of materials ONLY

One Call Can Fix It All!

Plumbing Experts Water Heaters • Faucets Toilets • Filtration & R.O. Drywall Painting/Texture Electrical • Fans • Lighting Pool Repairs/Svc • Drain Cleaning • Sewer Cameras • Plus Much More!

FREE ESTIMATES

Family Locally Owned & Operated 20 Years Experience

623-299-7111 www.ampmhomeservices.com

Insured

ROC# CR65 090690D

*Not a Licensed Contractor

PLUMBING

Honest Integrity Value

Locally & Veteran Owned

Call for details.

Some restrictions may apply.

Exp 6/30/18

Call for details.

Some restrictions may apply.

Exp 6/30/18

• Weed Removal/Spray • One-Time Cleanup

FREE SERVICE CALL

125 OFF

$

Water Heater Install Call for details.

Some restrictions may apply.

Exp 6/30/18

623-688-5243 www.theplumberguy.com Licensed • Bonded • Insured ROC 185143, 192987

All Makes & Models Free 2nd Opinions • Free Equipment Quotes

35.00 CHECK-UP Phoenix Metro Area

ROC#212627

Family Owned & Operated Not afraid to work weekends Get out of the crowd and join the family!

LANDSCAPING

LANDSCAPING

LANDSCAPING

Mike’s Lawn Service LLC

FLATIRON

DEL

Insured & Bonded ROC#230926

SOL

LANDSCAPE Maintenance Irrigation Install & Repairs Synthetic Grass Pavers Outdoor Lighting Arbor Care/Cleanups

vistadelsollandscape@q.com

• • • • • •

Tree Trimming •Mowing & Edging Sprinkler Systems - Install & Repair Landscape Renovations General Clean Up • Weed Control Lighting • Concrete • Pavers Plant & Tree Installation

Serving the West Valley Since 1990

References Available

Not a licensed contractor

Weekly Year Round Service! No job too big or too small

LANDSCAPING

&

LANDSCAPING

DESIGN

Custom Landscaping & Hardscaping • Pavers • Synthetic Grass • Putting Greens • Concrete • Fireplaces• BBQ • Retaining Walls • Curbing • Sprinkler Installation & Repair • Tree & Plant Installation Licensed • Bonded • Insured FREE ESTIMATES ROC#202397 ROC#219652

Uriel 623-297-0114

Mike (623) 764-1294

LANDSCAPING

LANDSCAPING

Same Day Service

24 HR. EMERGENCY SERVICE

Call Anytime!

VISTA

NO EXTRA $$$ FOR AFTER RS, WEEKENDHSOU HOLIDAYS!OR

623-535-8000

Specializing in LARGE TREE TRIMMING Antonio or Laura 623.206.3403

www.flatironlandscaping.com

623-670-0080

• Regular Maintenance • • Bi-Weekly & Monthly Service • • One Time Clean-Ups • • Plant & Tree Renovation • • Tree Trimming & Removal • • Irrigation Repairs & Installs • • Weed Control & Removal • • Next-Day Service in Most Cases •

Gardeningpluslandscapes@gmail.com

Ben - 623-764-1364 Not a licensed contractor

PLUMBING

Landscape

(Call/Text)

SENIOR DISCOUNTS •MILITARY DISCOUNTS

Free Plumbing Inspection

• Tree Trimming

602.301.3429

Water Heaters • Drain Cleaning • Faucets/Sinks • Slab Leaks Water Softeners • Toilets • Garbage Disposals

15% OFF Any Plumbing Repair

CJ 480-800-9265 Benjamin 602-872-8386

AZ MAD Heating & Cooling $

THE HOME REPAIR SPECIALISTS

Everything Under the Sun & More!

AIR CONDITIONING

Inc.

GARAGE DOOR/ SERVICES

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If Your Water Won’t Flow or Your Air Won’t Blow...Call...

623.910.0742

Removals • Cleanup Haul Off & Tree Trimming Free Estimates

Call Roger

623.204.6133 LANDSCAPING Estimate Today! Best Prices!

Tree Trimming • Removals Stump Grinding • Cleanups We Do Everything

623-444-0056 Irrigation Replace & Repair Leaks, Bad Valves or Just a Tune Up Fully insured. We carry work insurance on all employees

602-635-0011

Landscape Maintenance Services * Irrigation system and repairs (Valves, drip, timers, & sprinklers) * Pavers * Artificial grass * Malibu lights * Maintenance, general clean-ups & hauling * House painting, interior & exterior AND MUCH MORE. CALL FOR FREE ESTIMATE.

Weekly, Biweekly, Monthly & Quarterly Residential & Commercial, Big Properties Not a licensed contractor

LOOKING FOR HELP?

Honey Do List Too Long?

Check out the Handyman Section!

www.fastflowplumbingandair.com Water Heater • Water Treatments • Faucets/Toilets • Leak locating Drain Cleaning • Heating • Air Conditioning • Air Purification Gas Pipe Repairs & Installation 24 hour Service (No Extra $)

6500

$

Senior & Military Discounts

Drain Cleaning with Guarantee

75 off Any NEW Water Heater Install $

SEWER CAMERA INSPECTIONS

FREE ESTIMATES

Family Locally Owned & Operated • 20 Years Experience Complimentary Plumbing Inspection with Any Repair

623-299-7111

Licensed • Bonded • Insured • 234804 & 234805

CLASSIFIEDS

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BUSINESS & SERVICE DIRECTORY

MEDICAL SERVICES

“A Passion for Caring” The most experienced and compassionate home care service in the West!

• In-Home care service for your loved ones • On Call 24/7 Customized Care • Experienced Staff • RN Supervised • Serving the Greater Phoenix West

623.547.7521

PEST CONTROL

WINTER BROS PESTS, inc.

Termite - Pest - Pigeon Pro’s

— 623-869-7378 — FHA/VA Inspections

Bed Bugs, Bees, etc.

Basic Pest Service

FAMILY OWNED

49-75

$

www.acompassionatehomecare.com

Lic. / Est. 1981

PEST CONTROL

PAINTING

ERIC SAUNDERS

CALL

BRUSH STROKE PAINTING FREE ESTIMATES

POWER WASH • WINDOW CLEANING • CABINETS DRYWALL REPAIR • ACOUSTIC CEILINGS BRUSH/ROLL/SPRAY • INTERIOR/EXTERIOR brushstrokepaintingllc@gmail.com

MOBILE:

602-722-7696

Licensed, Bonded & Insured

FOR A FREE ESTIMATE

(602)493-7100

BRANDENBURG PAINTING

Interior & Exterior Bonded & Insured ROC #123818

Free Estimates

623-972-9150 623-695-3390

Bob

A-CALL A-CALL PAINTING Estimates Free Jack Pacheco

PLUMBING Same Day Service Guaranteed 24/7 FREE Service Call with Repairs

10% OFF

any total work performed ANYTHING PLUMBING • Water heaters

POOL SERVICES

• Leaks

• Garbage disposal • Bathrooms

minutemanhomeservices.com ROC 242804, 257474, 290005 APS/SRP Certified Contractor BBB A+ • Licensed, bonded, and fully insured for your protection.

Code T14

100% Satisfaction Guaranteed

L&M

PEST & LANDSCAPING LLC

• Residential & Commercial Our Goal is not to be the • Pest Control • Weed Control With A 6 Month Biggest - Just the best!

Guarantee Mitch Stevens • Restaurant Inspections & OWNER-OPERATOR Quality Control A Referral Is The • Home Inspection & Sealing • Pigeon Control • Bees & Wasps Best Compliment Bus • Roof Rat & Gopher Abatement 623 932 4168 • West Nile Virus Control & Cell Treatment For Residential & 623 932 4168 Golf Courses • Scorpions • Fleas & Ticks License #8555 mes123us@yahoo.com

No Contracts • Payment Plans

PLUMBING

Licensed Contractor ROC C-37-120135 • ROC C-05-159059

“1 Call & We Do It All”

triplerpool@gmail.com

623-935-9221

MIKE MORAN PLUMBING LLC

For All Your Plumbing Needs

M i nuteman Home Ser v ices BATHROOM/KITCHEN REMODEL in 5 Days or Less!*

Senior Citizen Discount 20 Years Experience

Cabinets • Walk-In Tubs • Bathtubs Showers • Toilets • Vanity • Faucets Shower Doors • Tile • Lighting

Your West Valley Plumber

License #ROC209589

PLUMBING

55 DRAIN CLEANING

Total Care Plumbing LLC

For All Plumbing Repairs

Water Heaters from

with Plumbing Inspection

Senior & Military Discounts

24 Hr. Service Plumbing Service & Repair Sewer & Drain Cleaning Free Estimates Free Plumbing Inspection

Licensed • Bonded • Insured ROC#216918 • 216982

Plumbing & Drain Cleaning

623-322-9100

Licensed • Bonded • Insured ROC 229722 • PORA & HOA Gold Member

585 Unclog Drains from $ 4400 $

includes labor

Remodels • Repairs Leaks • Toilets Water Softeners Gas • Sink/Faucets

Senior Citizen Discount

623-522-9322 ROC#286561

$

750 OFF

Walk In Tub minutemanhomeservices.com ROC 242804, 257474, 290005 APS/SRP Certified Contractor BBB A+ • Licensed, bonded, and fully insured for your protection.

CODE T17

480-755-5818 REMODELING

ROOFING

Almeida Roofing Inc. All Types of Roofing

FREE

ESTIMATES!!!!! & Design Studio

FREE Estimates • Service/Repair

602-743-3175

623-385-9580 ROC 233444 Licensed • Bonded • Insured

(623) 582-4477

www.yoursoncontracting.com Licensed •Bonded • Insured • ROC#223524

602-622-2859 623-936-5775 We raise the roof with our quality, service and value!

All types of roofing!

Re-Roofs New Roofs • Repairs

FREE ESTIMATES!

26 Years Experience in the Valley!

ROC Lic. #133241 • Bonded • Insured

ROOFING Estrella Custom Designs ROC#273001 • 0 STRIKES • INSURED & BONDED

New Roofs & Reroofs

Repairs, Coatings, Walk Decks Home New Build or Renovate Additions Garages Patios

Kitchens Concrete Flooring

Painting & More

35 Years Experience in the Valley

EstrellaCustomDesigns.com

FREE ESTIMATES

623-293-2648

STORAGE Rainbow Storage Truck, RV & Boat Storage Wayne Karstetter Cell: 208-481-2000 7331 S. Rainbow Rd. Buckeye, AZ 85326

FAUCET

Included w/ Vanity Install

ROOFING

4 Acres Gated • Locked

In-Home Design & Consultation

$200 OFF

$

Why Settle With the Rest When You Have The Best!

FREE

Licensed • Bonded • Insured

623-293-7095 623-293-7095

Complete Bathroom Remodel & Upgrade Install

Interior & Exterior

Credit Cards Accepted ROC Lic. #143502 & Bonded

Remodel • All Repairs Cleaning SVC “No Nonsense” www.triplerpool.com

Accepting all major credit cards.

Licensed & Insured

HAMILTON & HAMILTON

Mobile

U.S.A.F. Retired. 25+ Yrs. Exp.

FREE Estimates

REMODELING

Saunders Painting 623-266-9798 602-826-3969

TRIPLE WE DO IT ALL!

PLUMBING

PLUMBING

Jeff R. Saunders

Licensed • Bonded • Insured ROC Lic #138051

PEST CONTROL

PAINTING

FREE ESTIMATES

623-386-0710

www.1buckeyeplumbing.com

All Types of Roofs New Roofs All Repairs & Coatings Total Rubber Roof Systems Same Day Service All Work Guaranteed Residential & Commercial

Monsoon Specials

602-422-3648 602-422-3648

Drywall Repair/Texture Matching Acoustic Ceiling Removal Cabinets’ & Power Washing

DBA 1 Buckeye Plumbing

• Valley Wide Service • Residential & Commercial • Water Heaters Sr & Military Discount • Slab Leaks

Built Stronger to Last Longer

623-299-2637

Jack Pacheco

RIO Plumbing

AZ’s Best Roofing

Minuteman Home Ser vices

We’W Wree’e’rereonon onlylyly a caaallca llll aw caaw awayay ay!

HOA REPAINT REPAINT SPECIALIST HOA SPECIALIST HOA REPAINT SPECIALIST ROC#302675 ROC#302675 •• Fully Fully Insured Insured jppaintpros445@gmail.com jppaintpros445@gmail.com

ROOFING

480-755-5818

The Bug Stops Here

PAINTING

PLUMBING

LICENSED & INSURED

ROC Lic. #170982

PAINTING

PLUMBING

www.almeidaroofing.com Licensed • Bonded • Insured ROC # 215758

TREE SERVICES Estimate Today! Best Prices!

Tree Trimming • Removals Stump Grinding • Cleanups We Do Everything

623-444-0056 Irrigation Replace & Repair Leaks, Bad Valves or Just a Tune Up Fully insured. We carry work insurance on all employees

602-635-0011 UPHOLSTERY FREE Estimates

Commercial & Residential Expert Custom Upholstery Since 1976

DAVID’S UPHOLSTERY (623)

872-3047

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STORMS

ARE COMING Your Residential and Commercial Roofing Contractor Has You Covered!

“Let Our Family Cover Yours”  New Construction, Repairs, Recovers, Maintenance  Installation of Gutters & Attic Insulation  Shingles, Tile, Built Up Single Ply, Foam & Coatings, Metal, Shake ROC #’s: 061127 - 287012 - 198009 - 082024 - 318282

We’re Here To Answer Your Questions.

Give Us A Call!

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LOWE$T TA X LOWE$T PRICE

PICKs OF THE WEEK HYBRID DEMO SALE!

2018 FORD FUSION HYBRID SE STK# 18090

aHybrid Tech/Sync 3 Pkg aRearview Cameras aReverse Sensing aSirius/XM aPlus More

MSRP$28,115

DEMO SALE PRICE

$

2018 FORD CMAX HYBRID SE MSRP$25,110

DEMO SALE PRICE

20,919** 20,919

$

Certified Pre-Owned

MANY WITH LIMITED LIFETIME POWERTRAIN PROTECTION!

2008 HONDA CR-V EX-L

$

#T7884A 1 Owner, Very Nice!!

Priced to Move!

(SEE DEALER FOR DETAILS)

aRearview Cameras aSync w/App Link aCargo MGT SYS aSirius/XM aPlus More

STK# 18059

18,919* 18,919

FIRST TIME BUYERS/BANKRUPTCY/BAD CREDIT/NO CREDIT Our Experienced team of financing professionals are here to help.

2004 FORD F-150 HERITAGE 2002 FORD F-150 LARIAT 2008 FORD EDGE LIMITED XLT 4x4

5,920

2010 JEEP LIBERTY SPORT

$

#18101A 1 Owner!!

Low Miles, Super Nice!

6,420

2012 FORD F-150 XLT

$

#X7927 Supercab 4x4, Low Miles!

6,720

2010 FORD F-150 XLT

$

#18181A 1 Owner!! Must See to Appreciate!!

8,520

2010 FORD F-150 XL Only 28 K Miles!

4x4

$

#P7948A Super Clean 4x4, Hard to Find, Very Nice!

8,820

#18109B Crew Cab XLT, Tow Pkg + More!

$

10,620

2017 NISSAN PATHFINDER SV 2011 RAM 1500 LARAMIE 4x4

Only 17 K Miles!

#18322A 1 Owner!

Only 17K Miles!

3rd Row, Rear A/C!

$

22,820

#T7944 Crew Cab 4x4, Must See!!

Nav, 20”s, Leather!

$

22,820

$

#18300A Crew Cab, Tow Pkg, Local Trade, Super Clean!

12,720

#P7974 1 Owner, Only 28K Miles, Won’t Last!

$

13,820

2013 CHEVY SILVERADO 1500 2014 FORD F-150 XLT LT 4x4, Only 40 K Miles!

#18330A Crew Cab 4x4, LT Only 40K Miles!

$

26,420

#18243A Crew Cab 4x4, 1 Owner, Loaded w/ Equip!!

$

4x4

27,820

2017 JEEP WRANGLER WILLYS 2016 FORD EXPLORER SPORT 2017 JEEP WRANGLER UNLIMITED 2016 FORD F-150 PLATINUM WHEELER WILLYS WHEELER 4x4, Only 3K Miles!

#X7953 1 Owner Hardtop, Only 3K Miles, Like New!

$

28,520

Only 6K Miles!

#18212A 1 Owner, Low Mile “Sport” 3.5 Eco Boost, Loaded w/ Equip!

SOLD!!!

#18407A Like New!!

Only 6K Miles, 4 Dr Hardtop

$

34,920

24600 W. YUMA ROAD, BUCKEYE JUST SOUTH OF I-10 BETWEEN MILLER AND WATSON ROADS

623.386.4429 | JONESFORDBUCKEYE.COM *Must Qualify and Finance through Ford Motor Credit Financing. All vehicles subject to prior sale.

Prices do not include sales tax, license, $349.00 dealer doc fee and any dealer add-ons. Prices valid through 06/26/2018. See dealer for details.

Only 24 K Miles!

#X7968 Crew Cab 4x4!

1 Owner, Only 24K Miles, Loaded!

$

41,320