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Café lighting to have official first light-up BY JORDAN ROGERS
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hat was once just a city council workshop topic in 2020 will finally come to fruition on Thursday, June 30. Downtown Glendale is set to receive brand new café lighting over Glendale Avenue from 58th Drive to 58th Avenue. The lights will be turned on for the first time 30 minutes prior to the Glendale Summer Band’s final performance. Glendale Vice Mayor Jamie Aldama, who initially brought the project before city council, said he was very excited to bring the idea to city council, and is now
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even more excited that it has come to pass, as he believes it can help make Downtown Glendale a destination. “One of the driving reasons for bringing that forth is that we’re embarking on a new direction for Downtown; we’re revitalizing Downtown,” he said. “We have invested a lot of dollars into Downtown, and one of the guiding reasons for that is we want to make Downtown a destination. That’s my vision. Part of that vision is to make it a walkable Downtown. “We want people to enjoy themselves. We want you to know that when you’re here, you’re here. The cafe lighting will bring that ambience to Downtown. I think
it’ll help market Downtown and make it a destination.” Funded entirely by the Community Development Block Grant, the project’s total cost rounded out at $721,000. Aldama said this can be a sign of things to come for Downtown Glendale. “Developing the cafe lighting is just a glimpse of where we’re going with Downtown,” he said. “It’s important to note that the entire council, from myself to everyone else on the council, believes in Downtown. We believe in our business owners, we want to help them grow, and this is just the tip of the iceberg on our investment in SEE LIGHTING PAGE 7
FirstBank supports WNBA star’s shoe drive BY JORDAN ROGERS
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s the Phoenix Mercury and fans across the country await the safe return of WNBA superstar Brittney Griner, the community continues Griner’s Heart and Sole Shoe Drive. To continue the momentum the community has shepherded, Mercury partner FirstBank is showing its support by hosting collection bins at Valley branch locations for fans to donate new or gently used shoes. Branch locations are located in Ahwatukee, Chandler, Gilbert, Glendale, Goodyear, Mesa, Phoenix, Scottsdale and Sun City West.
“Being the official bank of the Phoenix Mercury means more than supporting the team when it comes to game time but also doing what we can to amplify our community impact,” said Joel Johnson, East Valley market president at FirstBank. “With bank branches across the Valley, we decided to act on our motto of ‘banking for good’ to offer our locations as additional drop-off locations for (Griner’s) Heart and Sole Shoe Drive to help make this year’s campaign as successful as possible.” With the help from fans and teams around the WNBA and NBA, the drive has collected more than 500 pairs of shoes and raised more than $12,000 for the Phoenix Rescue Mission, making it the most suc-
cessful drive since its first go in 2016. The drive will continue through the 2022 season, and, in addition to FirstBank branches, fans can bring donations to all Mercury home games or to the Team Shop at Footprint Center during business hours. “We say all the time that what separates our fans is how supportive they are of our mission, on and off the court, and that’s true of our partners, as well,” Phoenix Mercury President Vince Kozar said. “FirstBank’s commitment to BG’s Heart and Sole Shoe Drive is further demonstration of the alignment between our two organizations and our shared desire to make a difference in the Valley — and this time
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it’s inspired by Brittney.” Founded in 2016, Griner’s Heart and Sole Shoe Drive came about when the 6-foot-9 athlete was driving home after practice and saw unhoused people in the Arizona summer without shoes. Subsequently, Griner drove with shoes in the trunk of her car in case she saw someone in need. Inspired by Griner’s idea, the Mercury established a shoe drive with the help of local nonprofit Phoenix Rescue Mission, engaging its X-Factor fan base and Griner’s teammates. It was nonoperational in 2020 and 2021 due to the pandemic, but the drive helped nearly 2,000 Phoenicians in 2016, 2017, 2018 and 2019. On June 14, a Russian court extended Griner’s detention through Saturday, July 2. She has been held in Russia since February after she was stopped at a Moscow airport after authorities claimed she was carrying vape cartridges containing cannabis oil. Griner’s agent, Lindsay Kagawa Colas, issued a statement on Twitter. “Today’s extension is just further re-
Founded in 2016, Brittney Griner’s Heart and Sole Shoe Drive came about when the 6-foot-9 athlete was driving home after practice and saw unhoused people in the Arizona summer without shoes. Subsequently, Griner drove with shoes in the trunk of her car in case she saw someone in need. (Barry Gossage/Phoenix Mercury)
inforcement that Brittney Griner — an Olympian and an American citizen — is being used as a political pawn. Her detention is inhumane and unacceptable. She has not had a single phone call in her 117 days of wrongful detention, and we call on @POTUS (President
Joe Biden) and @VP (Vice President Kamala Harris) to act with urgency and do whatever it takes to bring Brittney home immediately. “We must fight for (Griner) like family because as an American, she is all of ours. #WeAreBG.”
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lendale City Manager Kevin Phelps has declared a Stage 1 Drought Watch under the city’s Drought Management Plan. During such time, Glendale will target a 5% water-reduction goal at municipal properties. While there are no mandatory water restrictions for residents and businesses in Stage 1, the city is asking residents and businesses to voluntarily conserve water. “Glendale identified this issue several years ago, and since then we have been aggressively storing water for future use,” Phelps said. “We understand the seriousness of the situation, and our plans, actions and programs reflect our goal of being as drought resilient as possible.” Due to historic drought, climate change and over-allocation, water
supply conditions on the Colorado River are worsening, but the city has a plan. Since 1985, Glendale has had a water conservation program and a professional conservation team. They recently developed a new tagline, “Glendale cares about the water we share,” to encourage residents and
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“Our city has invested in a diverse water portfolio and in infrastructure, like groundwater wells, which allow us to store water in a variety of places,” said Craig Johnson, Glendale water services director. “Glendale is well positioned to meet its customers’ water needs, but we need to continue to use water wisely.” To promote water efficiency, the city is offering its customers incentives, water assessments and water conservation kits. For more information about Glendale’s free water conservation programs, visit glendaleaz.com/ waterconservation. The city also has a dedicated drought website where the public can find detailed information about the Drought Management Plan, answers to frequently asked questions, and water conservation resources. For that, visit glendaleaz.com/drought.
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riple-digit temperatures reinforce the reality of a four-letter word widely employed in Arizona at this time of year. H-E-A-T. That warm feeling outside doesn’t necessarily prompt a good feeling inside, as both desert dwellers and politicians can attest. In fact, candidates for public office admit privately that it always seems hotter in even-numbered years. That’s because they know voters will render a verdict and select party nominees in the primaries that await in August. And no candidate feels the heat more than Arizona’s junior senator. No, Mark Kelly isn’t in danger of
losing the Democrat nomination to keep his job, but he is in danger of losing that job altogether in the November general election. One of his “references” is proving problematic. That would be the former senator who now finds himself at the other end of Pennsylvania Avenue. Joe Biden flew over Arizona in Air Force One recently, en route to California and a sit-down interview with ex-ASU student-and-current-Democrat-activist-also-known-as-a -talkshow-host Jimmy Kimmel. Imagine Mark Kelly’s reaction when he heard Ol’ Joe say to the formerly funny-now-bitterly-partisan-late-night-emcee: “48 out of 50 senators vote with me 95% of the
time!” The astronaut-turned-senator must have recalled his space shuttle simulators warning of imminent disaster — alarms sounding, malfunction lights flashing, and a brightly lit big red button: ABORT. For Kelly, the leader of his party was simply confirming what the National Republican Senatorial Committee has been pointing out in TV ads. As you might expect, the NRSC is focusing exclusively on Kelly’s votes, discovering that Mark clings to Joe as closely as a shadow, supporting the Biden agenda fully 97% of the time. Forgive the energetic contingent of GOP candidates seeking to replace Mark Kelly if they all paraphrase a notable quote from NASA History: “Arizona, we have a problem!” And to Kelly, who is burning through
a considerable chunk of campaign cash with ads of his own, claiming that he’s a “practical problem solver,” the basic challenge is clear. He is seeking a solution for his own survivability… politically speaking. What’s a worried junior senator to do? Previous columns have noted the need for Kelly to employ his astronaut training and execute a “course correction” to prevent an electoral crash and burn. Just as earthbound explorers look to the North Star for navigational assistance, one of Kelly’s colleagues from the Northeast provides an instructive yet cautionary example. When Sen. Maggie Hassan (D-NH) formally filed for re-election, she employed an imaginary tool — a rhetor-
factory or is it an after-market option? Then there’s Leibowitz’s First Law of Vehicular Dynamics: the higher the lifted pickup truck, the greater the likelihood of you coming eye level with an anti-Biden sticker or that old standby, “Don’t Blame Me. I Voted For Trump.” In 2017, a seller of cheap auto insurance commissioned a survey of more than 2,000 U.S. drivers and arrived at a total I don’t believe in the slightest: that 50% of men have bumper stickers on their vehicles versus 63% of women. The same survey put Arizona toward the lower end of likelihood to sport a bumper sticker by state, i.e, somewhere between 55% and 60% of drivers.
Personally, my gut says the bumper sticker brigade is less than 20% of the population, with maybe half of those making some overt political statement. Of course, the survey above was completed in 2017. Ever since, America has been hurtling at an exponential clip toward blatant insanity. In my house, my parents raised us with a simple mantra I’ve mentioned before: “It’s one thing to be an idiot, but it’s another to open your mouth and prove it to everyone.” Bumper stickers fly in the face of that edict, which is surely the point. Once upon a time, we kept potentially controversial opinions to ourselves, because we didn’t know whom we might offend. Now? We adorn our bumpers precisely in the hopes of “owning the libs” or
sparking a case of “MAGA Madness.” The nastier the saying, the prouder the driver. I’ve started keeping a list: • “I Support Global Warming,” with an arrow directed toward the exhaust pipe of a massive Silverado. • “My Other Ride Is Your Mom.” • “I’m Anti-Trump Because I’m Anti-Stupid.” Then, not even a half hour later on a Range Rover speeding up the 17: “Does The Ass Make My SUV Look Big,” with a goofy mugshot of old Joe Biden. I’ve tried to imagine which cause circa 2022 would so motivate me that I’d feel compelled to advertise it to the world at 75 miles per hour. It wouldn’t be political; there’s not a politician or political party in existence for which I’d risk my Kelley Blue Book resale
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fter a few thousand miles this year spent driving Arizona’s interstates, I’ve come to a conclusion: There’s two kinds of people left in this fine nation of ours. People who slap bumper stickers on their car. And normal people. As someone who belongs to the latter group, I’ve spent many a mile wondering (a) why anyone feels compelled to tell the driving public how strongly they feel about this or that politician, religious figure or college sports team and (b) why it seems that certain vehicles inevitably sport certain opinions? I mean, does Subaru apply the “Coexist” bumper sticker standard at the
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ical “file,” trying to metaphorically weaken the bars of the “Joe Biden Holding Cell” from which she, Mark Kelly and other embattled Democrats must escape. New Hampshire’s junior senator didn’t mention Biden by name, but she made clear what she thinks will separate her from the Biden Bunch. “What I’ve been pushing for is, among other things, suspending the gas tax. That helps put some more money in people’s pockets. I’m pushing the administration to support that. They haven’t yet, and that’s frustrating,” Hassan said. But voters are even more frustrated and will likely view these “eleventh-hour departures” from the Biden Agenda with considerable skepticism. We’ve been told that Mark Kelly is a “man of action.” Can he morph into a
“man of acting”? Kelly may find himself following the apocryphal guidance of the wizened old talent agent who advised a young client of the key to success. “Sincerity, kid… that’s the secret! Once you learn to fake that, you got it made!” There’s no doubting the fact that Mark Kelly sincerely wants to remain in the Senate, but unless he can convince Arizona voters of his independence from Joe Biden, he will face the unpleasantness of another four-letter word on Nov. 9. Getting B-E-A-T.
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value. The same goes for allegiance to sports franchises and dog breeds, and my stances on social issues like guns, abortion, gay rights and tolerance. It’s not that I don’t feel strongly about such things, because I do. But I feel with equal passion that I don’t want to be defined by five or six words on the back of my car, a pithy blasphemy that virtually every other occupant of the freeway will either hate or ignore completely.
The Glendale Star Bumper stickers today advertise our belonging to certain clubs, and I’ve never been much of a joiner. Though there is one bumper sticker I saw and thought about buying, because I agree with it wholeheartedly. “I Was Convinced By A Bumper Sticker,” goes the saying, “Said No One Ever.” Probably written by some driver’s really smart honor student. David Leibowitz has called the Valley home since 1995. Contact david@leibowitzsolo.com.
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hat do you have in common with a goldfish? Evidently, more than you could ever imagine. Scientists now claim that the average adult’s attention span is eight seconds. A goldfish? Nine seconds. Which has me thinking that some researchers (nuts) are having a swimmingly fine time getting grants to conduct studies that are so preposterous that only a goldfish would believe it! Well, I am not taking the bait! Yes, dear readers, according to the National Center for Biotechnology Information, humans cannot seem to pay attention. OK, so we multitask, and then there is the fact that we have more content available to us on the internet than ever thought to be humanly possible. Just 25 years ago, we did not have Facebook, YouTube, Twitter or Google! The amount of “external stimulation” seems to make us focus less and become distracted more easily. Well, when the average adult checks their phones for calls, emails, Facebook and texts 150 times a day — no wonder a goldfish has a longer attention span! Yikes! It is a wonder we get anything done! I thought I would conduct my own experiment. I decided to go outside and trim my bushes for 10 minutes. Certainly, I can do this simple task. So I start clipping away. In doing so, I find a pair of gloves on the ground and pick them up to place on my husband’s workbench in the garage. There, in the midst of his clutter, I find my good tongs that belong in the kitchen! I take them inside to the
kitchen sink and realize I have a coffee cup to rinse out. While doing that, I hear the phone buzz and get a text that a colleague emailed me a contract. Then I check my email. And so it goes. I happen to know first-hand about goldfish since I used to keep them in my horse troughs because they eat the algae. I do not think it is fair to compare a human (with our superior intelligence) to a fish that doesn’t have much brainpower! The scientists who conducted this research define “attention span” as the amount of concentrated time on one task without being distracted. OK, but who is calling, texting or tweeting a fish? Of course they can concentrate! What else do they have to do? It does seem that we humans have a problem with “information overload.” When is the last time you sat down and watched a television program and did nothing else? There is a load of laundry to put in, dinner to prepare, emails to look at, mail to open. Imagine going back to enjoying quiet time and simple pleasures. Turning off the phone. Living in the moment! Yet this may be difficult, since one scientist claims, “The technology genie is out of the bottle and there is no going back.” Oh, and about those goldfish. Some people may fall hook, line and sinker for that “research” about a nine-second attention span. I have bigger fish to fry! Like trying to do one simple thing at a time! Until next week… happy concentrating. Judy Bluhm is a writer and a local Realtor. Have a comment or a story? Email her at judy@judybluhm.com.
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n May, 357 MLS listing sales closed in Glendale and 333 in Peoria. Today there are 385 active and available listings (not counting properties already under contract or pending close of escrow) in MLS in Glendale and 385 in Peoria. We finally have over one month’s housing inventory, up from 63% last month in Glendale and up from 83% last month in Peoria. Maricopa County’s active inventory today is 122% of May’s sales. According to the Cromford Report, this is the highest number of days’ worth of inventory since June 30. Also, according to The Cromford Report, the average number of days a listing spent on the market in Maricopa County still decreased from 25.3 days in April to 24.06 days in May, and 56% of sales closed in Maricopa County during May sold for over the listing price, down slightly from 57% of April’s sales. The closing price cost per square foot continued to increase from
317.78 in April to 318.46 in May. According to Freddie Mac, as of June 9, national mortgage rates reported U.S. weekly averages of 5.23% for a 30-year fixed, 4.38% for a 15-year fixed, and 4.12% for a five-year ARM. Having a slightly smaller buyer pool due to rising rates and more homes to choose from due to a larger listing inventory has affected the showing numbers as well. According to ShowingTime, the platform Realtors use to schedule most of the MLS showings, the number of showings per listing in Peoria and Glendale has seen an average drop of about 30%, with a few exceptions. Peoria listings over $900,000 saw an 80% drop in the number of showings per listing, and Glendale a 70% drop in the $300,000-$399,999 range. Not all showings are scheduled through ShowingTime, so actual numbers are typical-
ly higher. According to MLS statistics, 69.5% of Maricopa County buyers financed their home purchase in May, while the rest paid cash. The percentage of financed purchases continues to decrease, as interest rates change and homebuyers using financing continue to compete with cash-paying investors. Buyers using a conventional mortgage to buy a three-bedroom detached house with two bathrooms paid a minimum of $221,000 in Maricopa County — $330,000 in Glendale and $375,000 in Peoria. Conventional financing made up 78.3% of May’s financed sales. In May, FHA buyers in Maricopa County paid a minimum of $385,000 for a detached home with three bedrooms and two baths. Peoria FHA buyers paid a minimum of $395,000, and Glendale FHA buyers paid $365,000. FHA buyers made up 6.9% of financed purchases in May. Maricopa County VA buyers making a similar purchase paid a minimum of $280,000, $435,000 in Peoria, and $397,000 in Glendale. Home sales fi-
nanced with VA loans comprised 5.9% of May’s financed sales. The remaining financed transactions used other financing methods. For the week ending May 29, 3% of Maricopa County sellers contributed to their buyer’s closing cost, and this number has been holding steady over the last few months. The highest-priced home sale in Maricopa County last month was in Paradise Valley for $11 million. The highest-priced home sales in Peoria and Glendale were $2.1 million and $2.3 million and $2.3 million, respectively. If your finances have cooled, please know that you are not alone. Homeowners, tenants and landlords are encouraged to reach out to the Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD)’s housing counseling program at 1-800-569-4287 or go to consumerfinance.gov/housing to find the assistance you need. Lisa R. Baker is a Realtor and a community volunteer in Glendale. She can be reached at me@LisaRBaker.com.
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access for all. The Volta stations will also provide prime parking spots to allow upfront, parking while providing charging as guests shop the center. “Tanger Phoenix is continually focused on offering a best-in-class experience,” said Kate Hansen, Tanger Outlets Phoenix’s marketing director. “By adding amenities such as EV charging stations, we hope to provide even more convenience and value for our shoppers, while minimizing our collective environmental impact.” Volta and Tanger strive to accelerate the standardization of EV charging nationwide by installing chargers where drivers are.
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osh and Cassandra Ewald can testify to the power of Lego. The Danish-born bricks bring together children, parents and grandparents. “If you bring a pirate ship to your grandpa, you’re going to have fun,” Cassandra said. “The power of Lego is really the common denominator, a middle ground where you can really build something together.” The Glendale couple are sharing their love of Lego with Bricks & Minifigs, an aftermarket Lego toy shop, in Peoria. They will celebrate the grand opening on Saturday, June 25, and Sunday, June 26. On Saturday, June 25, the store hours are 10 a.m. to 7 p.m.; and noon to 5 p.m. Sunday, June 26, at 7440 W. Cactus Road, Suite A6, Peoria.
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Bricks & Minifigs in Peoria was a year in the making, according to Josh. In May 2021, Cassandra and their son, Whitman, visited the Avondale Bricks & Minifigs. She noticed it was a franchise. “She called me and said, ‘What do you think about having a Bricks & Minifigs franchise?’” Josh recalled. “The more and more information I gathered, the more I got excited about this. We were just coming out of COVID. I wanted to sign a franchise agreement so I could start looking at financials to see how some of the other stores were doing.” He quickly found Bricks & Minifigs locations maintained their fanbase during the pandemic. Cassandra and Josh headed to Orem, Utah, for training. Backed by an SBA loan, the couple used Goodwill auctions, Facebook Marketplace and other shops to build an inventory. “A lot of people came out with their private collections,” he said. Cassandra added that one Lego fan sold his sets to Bricks & Minifigs Peo-
ria — two pickup trucks of sets. “It’s not because he was sick of Lego or wants to get rid of it,” Cassandra said. “He just wanted more room. He’s obviously excited about the store.” Josh grew up on Lego and still enjoys building sets. “It’s almost a resurgence of youth,” he said. “I’m getting back into something that I did love growing up.” The business is a family project, running it with their kids Whitman and Carter lending their knowledge. “You can have father-son experiences, mother-daughter experiences, and all the way up to grandparents,” Cassandra said. “I like the ability to bridge that generational gap by building something with your grandfather, grandmother, uncle. We’re living in a time when there is a lot of divide. This is one of the few things that allows people to come together.” Josh said he’s bringing people together, too. “When people come into the store, we don’t know about their background or what their beliefs are,” he said. “But what I do know is they love Lego. We can all sit around, talk Lego, talk about other things that we kind of nerd out on. I got pizza for the team tonight. They spoke about the new ‘ObiWan’ show.” Josh said the public forgets what it’s like to build something together. Instead, folks are rushing to get daily tasks accomplished. “We forget that satisfaction that comes from doing something together and building something that’s tangible.”
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undreds of college coaches attended the recent Section 7 tournament and doled out college scholarship offers to deserving players who shined on the biggest stage of June high school basketball. The event drew over 500 college coaches, including Arizona’s Tommy Lloyd, Arizona State’s Bobby Hurley, Georgetown’s Patrick Ewing, Memphis’ Penny Hardaway and many more, who were looking to scout some of the top players in the nation. Lloyd was grateful to have a topnotch tournament in his own state with prospects practically coming to him. “The decision makers out there that allow this to happen, they need to be commended,” Lloyd said. “This is becoming the best event in the country for the June high school recruiting window. I think it is really second to none and will continue to grow.” Lloyd applauded the event for allowing players to showcase their skills for coaches of all levels, not just Division I, and said it is valuable for him to see prospects play a different role than he has seen them play before. “What’s great about college basketball is that there are so many opportunities, so many layers to it, and so many different levels for all of these kids that want to continue playing and need a landing spot. Out here there are all different levels of coaches watching,” Lloyd said. “Another thing is that kids sometimes look different with their high school teams than they do with their club teams, so it’s great for us to see them in both settings.”
Caleb Foster, fourstar Carter Bryant, four-star Devin Williams and four-star local prospect Cody Williams from Perry High School. The opportunity to showcase their skill sets in order to raise their recruiting stock or, as in the case of social media sensation and top prospect Jared McCain raise the stock of his teammates, was too valuable to Chandler coach Jonathan Rother, right, surveys the court pass up. during his team’s game against Kellis High. Many of Arizona’s McCain, the 24thtop basketball programs played in the event. ranked prospect by (Chris Nano/Cronkite News) ESPN in the 2023 Section 7 brought out stars from the class and the most recent California sports world, including Larry Fitzger- Gatorade state player of the year, is ald, Damian Lillard, Cameron John- famous for his flashy play and showson, Robert Horry, Mike Bibby, Eddie manship on the court but may be even House and more, who were looking more famous for his following on to watch family members or just very TikTok, where he has over 1.6 milhigh-level high school basketball. lion followers. McCain committed to The weekend was full of basketball Duke recently but was ecstatic for the highlight moments, including when opportunity to help his teammates get Chandler 2024 guard Kaden Garber college looks and offers. swished a deep 3 to win against Dob“It’s amazing to be here,” he said. son. Or Bishop Gorman 2024 guard “Feel like this year I’m taking that seRyder Elisaldez taking it coast to coast nior leadership role and my main goal and cashing a 1-footed floater to beat is to get my guys offers. I want these Olympus High (Utah). young guys to get interest and to get Top players in the country were out on the floor and prepare to win a there, including Duke commit Jared (California) state championship.” McCain, Andrej Stojaković (son of With a massive social media followformer NBA player Peja Stojaković), ing like McCain’s comes noise from Cameron and Cayden Boozer (twin both fans and haters. sons of Carlos Boozer), Duke commit When asked how he drowns out the
noise to focus on his final high school season he said, “It has a lot to do with my mental state. I do meditation and yoga to help keep myself grounded and to not get caught up in all of the hype or the hatred. I think that’s what a lot of people don’t see, is the hatred I get. Staying grounded in the present is the main thing for me.” High school coaches were just thrilled for the opportunity to watch McCain and others. Tim Tucker, the coach at Maranatha High School in Pasadena, California, said, “It’s special to be invited; not everyone is. (Section 7 director) Matt King blessed us to be able to come out. It’s just a beautiful atmosphere. It is so organized with the number of teams they have out here. To house over 200 teams in a football stadium without having a cramped, AAU feel is incredible.” Jonathan Rother, coach of Chandler High School, has seen Section 7 grow into one of the best June recruiting events in the country. “This tournament gets bigger, better and more organized every year,” Rother said. “They’re bringing in better teams from around the country each year, and I’m really looking forward to it next year. This is a great opportunity for college coaches to see these players play under high school structure and run offensive and defensive schemes that they don’t often see in club basketball.” Section 7 made a change this year, and teams were seeded into 14 different brackets. They played a tournament within their brackets to produce 14 bracket champions.
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The Glendale Star publishes on Thursday. The weekly calendar — a listing of entertainment events such as concerts, theatrical performances, events for schools, churches, county parks and nonprofit groups — runs every issue. Events must be open to the public to be considered and generally must be held within the Star’s coverage area, which is in the city of Glendale. Weekly calendar items print on a space-available basis. The only way to guarantee that an item will print is to purchase an advertisement. Submissions must reach our office by 4 p.m. Thursday to be considered for the following Thursday publication. Submissions must be in writing and may be emailed to Christina Fuoco-Karasinski, christina@timeslocalmedia.com. free, 8 a.m. to 1 p.m., https:// bit.ly/VitalantGilaRiver
NOLAZ Band JUNE 24
The NOLAZ Band aims to bring the energy and soul of New Orleans to the Valley. The group emphasizes the use of vocals, horns and rhythm in their performances. Led by Ted Belledin, the seven-piece ensemble performs songs by artists such as Allen Toussaint, Jon Cleary, Galactic and the Neville Brothers. Westside Blues and Jazz Club, 17045 N. 59th Avenue, Suite 104, Glendale, visit website for ticket prices and times, westsideblues.com
Patrick Garrity JUNE 24 TO JUNE 25
With his use of characters, impressions and real-life situations, Patrick Garrity has entertained audiences since he began in comedy at a young age. Garrity speaks on various topics including his time spent in the military, being a younger brother, and why Irish people don’t trash talk. Stir Crazy Comedy Club, Westgate Entertainment District, 6751 N. Sunset Boulevard, Suite E206, Glendale, visit website for ticket prices and times, stircrazycomedyclub.com
Manic Hispanic Sunday Funnies JUNE 26
Mega 104.3’s Manic Hispanic hosts the monthly Manic Hispanic Sunday Funnies. Featured on the show will be Zaid Arikat, Tony Behinfar, Gene Moore, Lola Mi Vida Loca, Reina Rodriguez and Rose Verdugo. Stir Crazy Comedy Club, Westgate Entertainment District, 6751 N. Sunset Boulevard, Suite E206, Glendale, visit website for ticket prices and times, stircrazycomedyclub.com
Life on the Lazy B as Lived by an American Cowboy JUNE 27
Alan Day of the Lazy B Ranch will stop at the Foothills Library to share stories of his time at the 142-year-old establishment. From his childhood years to adulthood, Day will educate those in attendance his experience from childhood all the way to managing the ranch in adulthood. Foothills Library, 19055 N. 57th Avenue, Glendale, 6:30 to 8 p.m., glendaleazlibrary. com
Westgate Wednesdays: Under the Sea Soirée with “The Little Mermaid” JUNE 29
Westgate Wednesdays continues with the Under the Sea Soirée featuring “The Little Mermaid.” Kids will have the opportunity to craft their own Seashell Sebastian. Families that spend $30 or more on a single transaction at Crêpe House Café at Westgate between June 23 and June 29 will be allowed to cut in the photo line. Westgate Entertainment District, 6770 N. Sunrise Boulevard, Glendale, 6 to 7:30 p.m., westgateaz.com
Don Williams Sr. & Company JULY 2
Beginning his musical career at the age of 9, Don Williams Sr. taught himself how to play the keyboards, violin, saxophone, flute, drums and bass guitar. Throughout the years, he’s combined his talent with life experiences to create a show that audiences connect with on a personal level. Williams said, “I’ve learned from my mistakes, enough to be able to put that feeling into my music. I would like to think that people will listen and relate to it a lot better.” Over the course of his career, Williams has performed alongside acts like the Commodores and Dennis Edwards of the Temptations. Westside Blues and Jazz Club, 17045 N. 59th Avenue, Suite 104, Glendale, visit website for ticket prices and times, westsideblues.com
The Westgate Entertainment District is celebrating Independence Day with Firework Fest. Outside of fireworks, adults can celebrate the occasion with live music, festive drinks and dinner deals. Kids can enjoy free activities like face painting and playing in the splash zone. Westgate Entertainment District, 6770 N. Sunrise Boulevard, Glendale, 5 to 9 p.m., westgateaz.com
Westgate Wednesdays: “Fairy Fun Day with Tinkerbell” JULY 6
Westgate Wednesdays rolls on with “Fairy Fun Day with Tinkerbell.” This week’s craft is magic fairy dust in a bottle. Families who spend $30 or more on a single transaction at Cupbop at Westgate between June 30 and July 6 will be allowed to cut in the photo line. Westgate Entertainment District, 6770 N. Sunrise Boulevard, Glendale, 6 to 7:30 p.m., westgateaz.com
Ocean Origami JULY 5
Kids between the ages of 5 and 11 can learn how to create simple pieces of origami. Space is limited and spots will be filled on a first-come, firstserved basis. Glendale Main Public Library, 5959 W. Brown Street, Glendale, 2 to 3 p.m., glendaleazlibrary.com
The Str8 Up Band JULY 1
For those looking for an upbeat act to see, the Str8 Up Band is one to check out. It plays a variety of music from genres like hip-hop, disco and jazz in English to salsa, cumbias and Tejano in Spanish. It delivers across these genres thanks to its five singers. Audience participation will not only be welcomed but encouraged. Westside Blues and Jazz Club, 17045 N. 59th Avenue, Suite 104, Glendale, visit website for ticket prices and times, westsideblues.com
Westgate Firework Fest JULY 3
Saving Arizona Blood Drive JULY 2
Vitalant is hosting a Saving Arizona Blood Drive at Gila River Arena. All guests must make an appointment before arriving. Gila River Arena, 9400 W. Maryland Avenue, Glendale,
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Stephanie Hayes is transforming lives BY JENNIFER SCHWEGMAN
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hen Glendale resident Stephanie Hayes retired after 42 years as an educator, she decided it was the perfect time to embrace the people and causes close to her heart. She made the conscious decision to invest the time she never had when she was working full time to make a real, sustainable difference in the lives of others. Throughout her career, Hayes championed and advocated for her students. And five years post-retirement, she has been an active volunteer and board member for Valley-based One Step Beyond, a local nonprofit organization that provides educational, vocational, recreation and performing arts programs for adults (18 and older) who have intellectual disabilities. Volunteering enables Hayes to continue to champion for and empower
young people — especially those who have intellectual disabilities. “Volunteering has made a huge impact on my life,” Hayes said. “And I want other retirees who may be asking themselves what’s next to know volunteering may be the answer they are looking for. I believe volunteering is one of the best ways to spend your time in retirement. It’s not just because it feels good. There are real, measurable benefits to staying active and engaged in social activities like volunteering after you’ve retired.” According to the National Institute on Aging, retirees who stay active through volunteering have a lower risk of developing health problems and are happier and more independent. “When you retire, you no longer have your work-life routine,” Hayes said. “Volunteering is a great way to socialize. You’re doing good, making friends, and building meaningful connections with people in your commu-
nity.” Hayes’ decision to support One Step Beyond was an easy one. “I can use my years of experience as a special education teacher and provide curriculum and activity suggestions for One Step Beyond program directors,” Hayes said. “It feels good to be useful and active. It’s also had some unexpected benefits.” Some of Hayes’ former students had real struggles and faced tremendous barriers. “One particular student touched my heart,” Hayes said. “She had a tough home life and was struggling. I always wondered what happened to her. But then I ran into her at One Step Beyond. It was wonderful to see her engaged and thriving.
take patients up to 18 months to get new teeth. This was because multiple dental implant procedures, complex bone grafting and soft tissue management techniques were required for a patient to get a full set of new teeth. Now, with the latest medication protocol, superior parts and modern techniques, most patients can get a new smile in one day.” Gasser and his team are committed to creating life transformations for their patients by utilizing patient-specific dental implant solutions and by delivering the “best combination of quality, experience, comfort, care and price.” Just as important is listening to patients. “In my practice, there are no handoffs to other doctors or other facili-
ties,” he said. “I personally take care of all our patients from initial diagnosis to end-oftreatment follow-up care. At Gasser Dental, we focus on an accelerated treatment plan that is time efficient yet respects science and nature.” While he’s proud of his sophisticated technology, Gasser stresses the importance of preventative care. But he and his staff do not judge patients for their dental conditions. “We cater to those who are afraid of dental treatment,” he added. “The time, costs and technology have never been better for smile restorations. When investigating dental implants, remember that experience, quality and protocol
Stephanie Hayes and her Shih Tzu, Lexi.
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Dr. Gasser is changing lives 1 smile at a time BY CHRISTINA FUOCO-KARASINSKI
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ratifying” is a word Dr. Kevin Gasser frequently uses when he describes his dental career. He’s spent 27 years in Arizona practicing dentistry and has since become a leader in providing the patented “allon-four,” a full arch of teeth on just four implants. “Dental implants give patients who never thought they’d be able to eat, speak and smile in comfort again with a brand-new set of beautiful, nonremovable and functional implanted teeth,” he said. “Prior to the innovation of sophisticated technology, it would commonly
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Dr. Kevin Gasser has spent 27 years in Arizona practicing dentistry. (Gasser Dental/ Submitted)
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Scottsdale’s Javier Soto debuts at ABC15 Obituaries BY CHRISTINA FUOCO-KARASINSKI
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torytelling drives new ABC15 anchor Javier Soto. In his 18-year career in Arizona, the Emmy Award-winning journalist has covered the Jodi Arias murder trial, the Yarnell Hill wildfire, Senate Bill 1070 and the major protests that followed, the contempt-of-court cases against former Maricopa County Sheriff Joe Arpaio, the Phoenix serial shooter, and the death of Sen. John McCain. “That’s why I got into the news business,” said Soto, a Scottsdale resident. “It’s never the same thing every day. You never know what to expect. The amazing storytelling is what drives me in telling the stories that sometimes are untold. “That’s what excites me: Those personal stories we share with the public.” Partnered with Katie Raml, Soto debuted on ABC15’s 5 p.m. newscast on June 13 after spending nearly two decades years at Arizona’s Family stations, channels 3 and 5. Soto replaces Steve Irvin, who retired in May after well-documented heart problems. “I have been friends with Javier for more than a decade,” Raml said. “He is deeply committed to this community. He represents the values of ABC15. I am energized to now work alongside him every day.” Soto graduated from California State University in Long Beach, starting his career as a producer at KTLA in Los Angeles. His first on-air position was at KPVI in Pocatello, Idaho, as a reporter/anchor. After two years, he accepted a job as the Northern Arizona bureau chief for KTVK. After taking over as the morning reporter on the station’s morning
Javier Soto said he has a passion for storytelling and a desire for honesty. (ABC15/Submitted)
newscasts, he was promoted to weekend anchor and then morning anchor before joining ABC15. “ABC15 has an amazing reputation in Arizona,” Soto said. “I am thrilled to be part of a station that values community-changing journalism. I cannot wait to get started.” Mitch Jacob, ABC15 news director, has long been impressed with Soto’s passion for storytelling. “He understands the needs of Arizona and will hit the ground running day one in the newsroom. Javier is a wonderful addition to ABC15,” he said. Being a journalist is challenging, in the light of “fake news” claims. Soto said he did not think the negative comments and finger pointing would snowball. He said he discussed the issue with TV news anchor Scott Pelley when he was in Phoenix accepting the Walter Cronkite Award for Excellence in Journalism. “I’ll never forget what he told me,” he said. “He said, ‘That alone should make
you work harder. We need to get everybody grounded and back to the pillars of journalism to make sure we do it right — cross our Ts and dot our Is,’” Soto recalled. “If we stick to those pillars and continue doing what we’re supposed to do — double checking and getting it right — we’ll surpass this slogan and take journalism to the next level.” That said, with ABC15, Soto said he brings a passion for journalism and his efforts to “get it right.” “I think the love for the community is right up there at the top as well,” he said. “As a journalist, it’s not typical to stay in one place this long — especially just coming up through the ranks. I absolutely fell in love with Arizona. This is the home to me and my wife for the rest of our lives.” When he’s not at the desk, Soto and his wife of eight years, Beatrice, enjoy exploring Arizona, supporting various causes and attending sports events. “We’re very involved in the community and various organization, especially when it comes to events,” he said. “I was fortunate to be part of many events as an emcee. I married a foodie. She’s constantly telling me about the new restaurants that are opening. After those restaurants, we have to stay in the gym to keep the weight off. It’s a vicious circle.” He said he loves what Arizona has to offer as much as Valley residents have embraced him. “They’ve always shown me love and I hope that they know when I’m on TV or off TV, I do everything with a great passion,” Soto said. “I give them 100%, and I’m just me. At the end of the day, that’s all I can be, and I hope it resonates with people.”
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Dear Family and Friends: My dear wife Joan passed away May 6, 2022 at 8:39 am, just two days short of our 70 wedding anniversary and two months short of her 90th Birthday. I will miss her, as well as our five sons, their wives, eight grandchildren and three of the grandchildren who are married spouses and five great-grandchildren. Joan died from an aggressive breast cancer that was untreatable. Although Joan suffered from Alzheimer's disease; she never lost her lovely disposition and her lust for life. A Memorial Service will be held on Friday, July 8, 2022 at 11:00am at Community of Grace Lutheran Church, 10561 W Pinnacle Peak Rd, Peoria, AZ 85383. Yours truly, Bob Hawkes
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matters. “Because we are passionate about what we do at Gasser Dental, we are currently offering each new patient a free, no-obligation exam and free iCat scan to all who want to investigate new smile options.”
Impressive resumé
A graduate of West Virginia University with a doctor in dental surgery, Gasser has spent the ensuing decades of private practice keeping up on technology and practices. “I have dedicated myself to advanced education and have completed 1,500-plus hours of additional education and have graduated from a variety of schools and clinics.” • The Malo Clinic in Lisbon, Portugal, under the tutelage of Dr. Paulo Malo, the man who developed the “all-onfour” dental implant technology. • The Misch International Implant Institute, which was founded by Dr. Carl Misch, an innovator in dental implantology. • The Las Vegas Dental Implant Institute. • The USC IV Sedation Certification Program. • The USC Advanced Bone Graft Program.
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I am now hopeful about her future.” Hayes wants to inspire other retirees who have the time and heart to get involved and be active in the community. “The aha moments are amazing,” Hayes added. “We are not just in this world for ourselves. If you have skills to share, share them. If you have time, give it. If you don’t have the time but have the financial wherewithal, contribute. There are so many wonderful organizations and causes that need our experience, guidance and support. You just have to pick one.” One Step Beyond has four locations in the Phoenix Metro area, including Glendale, Peoria, Scottsdale and Surprise.
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BY GLENDALE STAR STAFF Alexandria Thiel, an exercise science major from Glendale, was named to the spring 2022 dean’s list at Aurora University in Aurora, Illinois. The dean’s list recognizes full-time undergraduate students who have earned a 3.6 GPA or higher. Founded in 1893, Aurora University is a four-year, private, nonprofit, accredited higher education institution serving more than 4,000 undergraduate and approximately 2,000 graduate students across more than 50 majors and programs.
Kiley Garrett and Tylar Garrett, both of Glendale, were named to the dean’s list for the spring 2022 semester at Missouri State University in Springfield, Missouri. For undergraduate students, criteria include enrollment in at least 12 credit hours during the spring semester and at least a 3.5 grade-point average (on a 4.0 scale). More than 4,700 students were named to the spring 2022 dean’s list. Missouri State University is a public, comprehensive university system with a mission in public affairs. Noah Burgarello of Glendale was named to the dean’s list at the University of Arkansas Little Rock for the
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ere’s an illustration that applies to every human being at some time or another. It’s called “Rowing a Boat that Goes Nowhere.” Some sailors had been drinking. It was late at night, and they wished to return to their ship. They arrived at the place where they had left their rowboat and threw in the oars. They rowed and rowed and seemed to make little progress. Finally, the soberest among them discovered that they had never loosened the boat’s bow rope from the pier. Just think. The sailors’ only obstacle to their desired end was a rope they tied earlier that evening and then forgot to untie. Similarly to these sailors, Painter Mariam Paré, who specializes in making paintings by mouth after suffering a spinal cord injury, was asked in her later years what she would write to herself if she were 20 years old. “If I could talk to myself 20 years ago, I would tell myself to focus on my strengths and not on my weaknesses; on the things I could do and not the things I couldn’t do; to strive to excel and hone those skills to the point of excellence. This was the best strategy to secure my future. I would tell myself that the only real obstacles you have are those you create for yourself.” In other words, remember to untie yourself from the dock of self-inflicted oversights and offenses, and most likely, life will transport you to a place of contentment. Let’s ask ourselves some revealing questions about our current emotional outlook. “Of whom am I critical? Is envy or jealousy the root of this criticism? To whom am I comparing my-
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self? Can I bear to hear others celebrated in my presence? What is the source of my criticism or the cause of my distaste for someone that seems unwarranted? Could it be that I am enviously going green?” Whether intentionally or unintentionally, almost everything and everyone we hear and see in media and social media is creating mass envy. Envy is like the green-eyed monster, which grows into jealousy and finally covetousness. Did you know that envy was the earthly cause of the crucifixion of Jesus? “And Pilate answered them, saying, ‘Do you want me to release the King of the Jews for you?’ For he knew that the chief priests had delivered Him up because of envy,” Mark 15:9-10. Envy is not your friend. Let’s get some wisdom about envy; what it is, why it is, and what envy morphs into if not revealed and mastered. According to the dictionary, envy is a feeling of discontent or resentful thoughts based on what someone else has. Envy strongly desires to have the same things someone else has. The thing desired could be a quality, a possession or an attribute that belongs to someone else, especially your perceived adversaries or idols. British philosopher Bertrand Russell said envy is
one of the most potent causes of unhappiness, which is two-fold. Envy makes people unhappy. The envious person wishes the other person would be just as miserable as they are. Psychologists suggest that there may be two types of envy. Malicious envy is a negative emotion that wants someone ruined because of what he has. This type of envy wants the “hero” to suffer. Benign envy is the positive motivational force that wants to aspire to be as good and have as much as the “hero.” Unfortunately, we seem more attracted to destructive envy in today’s world. No matter the career field, if you see someone attaining favor and results that you intuitively know you could have also had — but didn’t take steps to get there — you get envious. Your feelings of inferiority, longing, resentment of circumstances, or wanting bad things for the person are caused by envy. If the monster of envy is not mastered, it morphs into jealousy. Jealousy is an emotion brought on by resentment against someone because of another person’s success, advantage, etc. Jealousy often consists of one or more emotions such as anger, resentment, inadequacy, helplessness or disgust. Jealousy is more toxic than envy. Jealousy can be either suspicious or reactive. That means a person can become jealous of another based on suspicions when there is no real reason to be jealous. If the monster of jealousy is not mastered, it morphs into covetousness. According to the dictionary, covet means to “desire something wrongfully without any regard for the rights
of others.” To covet is to wish for another’s property and possessions. To covet something is not merely wishing for it but going after it, lusting for it, and working on getting it at any cost. A person can covet not only what belongs to others but covet what belongs to God. “Thou shall not covet” is unlike any of the Ten Commandments in the Bible. The other commandments focus on outward actions. Covetousness reflects and reveals the condition of one’s heart. With coveting, the heart of the problem is the problem of our heart. Here’s a quick comparison. Envy says, “I like what you have. I want what you have.” At best, envy says, “Show me how to get it, too.” At worst, it morphs into jealousy. Jealousy says, “I want what you have, and until I have it, you shouldn’t have it either.” Covetousness says, “I want what you have. I am more worthy of it than you. So I’ll do what I must to get what you have, including taking it from you.” Here’s one final question. Can we let it go? Can we untether ourselves from the dock? Can we admit that in most cases, the only real obstacles we have are those we create for ourselves? Can we acknowledge that we need God’s help in slaying green-eyed monsters? If you can admit it, you’re on your way to quitting it. Ed Delph is a noted author of 10 books, as well as a pastor, teacher, former business owner and speaker. He has traveled extensively, having been to more than 100 countries. He is president of NationStrategy, a nonprofit organization involved in uplifting and transforming communities worldwide. For more information, see nationstrategy.com. He may be contacted at nationstrategy@cs.com.
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ARTICLES OF ORGANIZATION HAVE BEEN FILED IN THE OFFICE OF THE ARIZONA CORPORATION COMMISSION FOR I Name: ARIZONA PEST EXPERTS LLC. II The address of the registered office is: 6802 N 38th drive, PHOENIX, AZ 85019. The name of the Statutory Agent is: Arizona Casey Jones. III ManARTICLES OF ORGANIZAagement of the Limited LiabilTION HAVE BEEN FILED IN ity Company is vested in a manTHE OFFICE OF THE ARIager or managers. The names of ZONA CORPORATION COMeach person who is a manager MISSION FOR I Name: and each member who owns a CHUCK TAYLOR, LLC. II The twenty percent or greater inaddress of the registered office terest in the capital or profits of is: 4282 N 180th Drive, GOOthe limited liability company DYEAR, AZ, 85395 The name are: MANAGER: Arizona Caof the Statutory Agent is: sey Jones, 6802 N 38th drive, Charles Wade Denny III ManPHOENIX, AZ 85019. Pubagement of the Limited Liabillished: Glendale Star Jun 23, 30, ity Company is vested in a manJul 7 dates, 2022 / 47321 ager or managers. The names of SUPERIOR COURT OF ARIZONA MARICOPA COUNTY In the each person who is a manager Matter of Estate of: MARIE A. TIPPETTS, an adult. Case Number PB and each member who owns a 2022-070645 NOTICE OF CREDITORS OF INFORMAL APPOINTtwenty percent or greater inMENT OF PERSONAL REPRESENTATIVE AND/OR INFORMAL terest in the capital or profits of PROBATE OF A WILL NOTICE IS GIVEN THAT: 1. PERSONAL the limited liability company REPRESENTATIVE: Linda A Moberly has been appointed Personal are: MEMBER/MANAGERSS: Representative of this Estate May 31, 2022 Address: 13222 W San Charles Wade Denny and Jody Miguel Ave., Litchfield Park, AZ 85340 2. DEADLINE TO MAKE C Denny, both of 4282 N 180th CLAIMS. All persons having claims against the Estate are required to Drive, GOODYEAR, AZ, present their claims within four months after the date of the first pub85395 Published: Glendale Star lication of this Notice or the claims will be forever barred. 3. NOTICE 3x dates, 2022 / 47106 OF CLAIMS: Claims must be presented by delivering or mailing a written statement of the claim to the Personal Representative at (address) 13222 W San Miguel Ave., Litchfield Park, AZ 85340 4. NOTICE OF APPOINTMENT. A copy of the Notice of Appointment is attached to the copies of this document mailed to all known creditors. DATED:6/10/22 /s/ Linda Moberly PUBLISHED: Glendale Star June 22, 29, July 6, 2022 / 47401
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ARTICLES OF ORGANIZATION HAVE BEEN FILED IN THE OFFICE OF THE ARIZONA CORPORATION COMMISSION FOR I Name: SHOLOVIAN PROPERTIES, LLC. II The address of the registered office is: 939 E. Leeward LN, TEMPE, AZ 85283. The name of the Statutory Agent is: Samuel Brent Marcus III Management of the Limited Liability Company is vested in a manager or managers. The names of each person who is a manager and each member who owns a twenty percent or greater interest in the capital or profits of the limited liability company are: MEMBER: Samuel Brent Marcus, 939 E. Leeward LN, TEMPE, AZ 85283. Published: Glendale Star, Jun 23, 30, Jul 7, 2022 / 47402
ARTICLES OF ORGANIZATION HAVE BEEN FILED IN THE OFFICE OF THE ARIZONA CORPORATION COMMISSION FOR I Name: THE VENDING GALS LLC. II The address of the registered office is: 618 N 99th St, MESA, AZ 85207, USA. The name of the Statutory Agent is: Timorie Coleman. III Management of the Limited Liability Company is vested in a manager or managers. The names of each person who is a manager and each member who owns a twenty percent or greater interest in the capital or profits of the limited liability company are: MEMBERS: Nubia Rojo Castillo and Timorie Coleman both of 618 N 99th St, MESA, AZ 85207, USA. Published: Glendale Star Jun 30, Jul 7, 14, 2022 / 47432
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