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November 14, 2018

Buckeye to consider annexing, Police Chief Hall developing controversial shooting site returns to work

after suspension

By Christina Fuoco-Karasinski

included in the presentation were a 320acre parcel north of the aforementioned site and a 160-acre parcel to the east. Those two sites were annexed in 2000 and 2008, respectively, but remain undeveloped.

A property overview of the area presented by Robert Wisener, Buckeye’s conservation and project manager, revealed 360 acres of the 1,050-acre parcel is developable, along with 240 acres of the 320-acre parcel and 48 acres of the 160-acre parcel.

Wisener noted a proposal previously

Buckeye Police Chief Larry Hall returned to work November 9 after a 40-hour suspension due to violations of city policy, according to Buckeye Communications Manager Annie DeChance.

Her statement said Hall accepted responsibility for the wrongdoing, but she couldn’t elaborate.

The violations are considered personnel matters and are subject to appeal.

They cannot be discussed until due process is completed per Chief Larry Hall vithe Peace Officers olated city policy, Bill of Rights, she an investigation revealed. (Photo courtesy said. city of Buckeye) City officials have been reviewing a Copeland Investigations report regarding a five-page anonymous letter sent to various city officials and media, including the West Valley View, in September 2017.

Pursuant to state law, the investigation is not considered complete until any potential disciplinary actions and appeal processes have been exhausted. Hall’s suspension is part of the city’s ongoing investigation.

The letter, signed “anonymous employees of the Buckeye Police Department,” alleged the department purposely lowered its crime statistics to put the city in a better light.

The authors also claimed a hostile work environment, bullying, general employee misconduct and criminal offenses. It offered a list of unethical activities like using city money to further an affair, drinking alcohol and then driving a city vehicle, and acting drunken and disorderly at the Waste Management Phoenix Open.

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Buckeye officials were presented with potential ideas for how to handle a nearby patch of land currently managed by the Bureau of Land Management (BLM) at a November 6 workshop.

The parcel in question consists of 1,050 acres located off the Tonopah Salome Highway, west of Miller Road and north of I-10. BLM closed the controversial recreational spot in February following years of use for activities including target shooting.

In addition to the 1,050-acre parcel, also

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Buckeye...continued from page 1 brought to the city by landscaping and construction material supplier West Valley Rock. The company suggested it partner with the city and BLM to mine 50 acres in the area, and arranged a conceptual plan for a recreational park that could feature a lake, amphitheater, trails, and fields to allow for soccer and baseball. The proposal has not yet been looked into further.

Potential uses outlined by Wisener are an off-highway vehicle skill course, pump track, extreme sports, sports complex, amphitheater or large event venue, fishing lakes and trails.

This supports the 2016 Parks and Recreation Master Plan and this year’s Imagine Buckeye 2040 general plan, he said.

A land with history Recreational use of the site came to a halt earlier this year, when BLM enacted a temporary closure of the site.

In addition to recreational shooting, the use of off-road vehicles was popular prior to the closure.

As reported by the West Valley View in February, although it had been in

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negotiation for some time, the closure followed repeat damage to an aboveground fiber-optic line and the death of a pregnant woman. The 24-year-old, Kami Gilstrap, was struck in the torso while on municipal land approximately 1 mile north of the area.

At the time, however, the land from where the bullet may have come was technically legal to shoot on due to not being within Buckeye city limits. This – in addition to the large number of shooters present that day – made the investigation tricky, Buckeye Police Chief Larry Hall previously expressed.

Additionally, Tartesso, State Trust Lands, Skyline Regional Park and lands owned by the Army National Guard and the Flood Control District of Maricopa County are all within close proximity of the BLM lands.

The 1,050-acre BLM-managed site is generally patrolled by the county.

Through a joint partnership launched in January, however, Buckeye Police entered the fold to help BLM and the county boost law enforcement presence. Numerous illegal activities were subsequently discovered in the following weeks.

On February 15, Westpark residents

held a neighborhood watch meeting with Hall and Assistant Chief Robert Sanders to discuss the future of the site.

There, residents claimed to hear gunshots and exploding Tannerite targets at all hours of the day and night from their homes to the south. One resident, Bill Sansom, alleged the community could feasibly be within rifle range.

A potential reason for increased shooting near the Tonopah Salome Highway in recent years, Wisener said at the November 6 workshop, is a crackdown on shooting a few years back near Watson Road, at a site nicknamed “Shotgun Alley.”

Despite Arizona Firearms, Tread Lightly and other organizations partnering to clean up the BLM land several years back, shooting continued – until earlier this year, that is. The area was closed on February 20.

Wisener said Cox Communications buried the fiber-optic line over the summer, and the area remains closed to public recreation. Now, the matter is just determining how to move forward, which includes the cleaning of debris from past recreational shooting and whether or not the city wants to acquire and develop the land.

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Rem Hawes, manager of BLM’s Hassayampa Field Office, noted the struggles of his office in managing the controversial site. BLM is responsible for 12 million acres of public land across Arizona. The Hassayampa Field Office handles 1 million acres. BLM ultimately expressed a desire to eliminate the land in question from its map.

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“Most of those lands that we manage are large, contiguous areas,” Hawes said. “This is a real anomaly, this area that we’re talking about here. It’s just a little over 1,000 acres. That makes a very big park, but that’s a very small parcel of public land, and when it comes to multiple-use management – which is what we manage, such as livestock grazing, minerals development, some recreation, but rights of ways and other things – in terms of contiguous wildlife habitat, it’s almost unmanageable at our scale.”

Under the Recreation and Public Purposes (R&PP) Act, according to BLM Realty Specialist Tyler Lindsey, Buckeye could acquire a patent for the land at no cost if it plans for recreational or public use. The city’s only incurred costs would come through required studies of the land.

Of several possible lease and patent methods, going directly to patent was suggested. A “no reverter” clause would allow the city to do with the land as it pleases, as a planned development is only required throughout the application process.

Regardless of what the city decides, Hawes said, plans are to clean the area. BLM and the Arizona Department of Environmental Quality (ADEQ) entered into a voluntary partnership to do so. Under a contract, ADEQ has nine months to assess debris, after which cleanup could take 18 to 24 months.

Benefits to the city, according to Wisener, include a unique site for a park, accessibility to I-10 and SR-85, the lack of a land acquisition cost, BLM’s plans to remediate the site, the prohibition of shooting, future adjacent development such as Tartesso, potential public-private partnerships,

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GoFundMe campaign raising money for grieving Estrella family

By Sherry Jackson

While at work on Halloween, Aaron and Lesley Johnson got a call no parent ever wants. The couple learned their four-month old daughter, Samantha, had been found not breathing by her babysitter.

Paramedics were unable to resuscitate baby Samantha. The coroner reported she had probably rolled over in her sleep and suffocated, said longtime family friend Robby Perry.

Perry, along with his wife, Crystal, have created a GoFundMe campaign to raise money for funeral, medical and other expenses. As of November 12, the campaign has already raised more than $17,000 of its $25,000 goal.

Aaron is originally from Colorado and Lesley grew up on the East Coast and Minnesota. Both are school teachers in the Liberty School district.

Aaron is a science teacher at Estrella Middle School and Lesley teaches at Estrella Mountain Elementary. They have a two-year old daughter, Elle, are members of Litchfield Park First Baptist Church and live in Estrella. Extended family members are all out of state.

The young family has had more than their share of tragedies, Perry said. The Johnson’s wedding had to be postponed after Aaron became suddenly ill and paralyzed from a tumor on his spine. He underwent several months of rehab and still has difficulty walking. The family also dealt with fertility challenges before Samantha was born.

“They’ve just been through so much already,” Perry said. “They’re such a sweet family and are the type that won’t ask for help. They’ve touched so many lives and there’s a lot of people that love and care for them.”

Perry said the GoFundMe campaign was created because he and others wanted to do something to help the family. “It’s a testament to the type of people they are,” he said.

“Samantha was a beautiful baby that was loved and cherished by her older sister, parents, family and friends. We are asking for donations to help the family with expenses during this difficult time” There will be a private memorial service for Samantha on Saturday, November 17. To contribute, visit gofundme.com/baby-samantha-the-johnson-family.

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It also said staff members, including Hall, opened an outside investigation firm with a coworker and that was unethical.

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The city would, however, have to consider improvement costs; operation and maintenance costs; site factors such as utility lines, washes and mines; and law enforcement presence.

Moving forward The presenting BLM and Buckeye officials requested direction from the mayor and city council in moving forward with drafting potential plans and analyses of the site.

The next steps, Wisener said, would be to gather and analyze data and prepare financial estimates throughout the winter. Findings would then be presented to the council to determine support for submitting an application to BLM in the spring. Ultimately, city council could vote on submitting an application next summer, with the patent process following. Some of these steps could be expedited, however.

Upon opening up the presentation for questions, Councilmen Patrick HagEstad and Craig Heustis clarified technical details of the presentation.

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Vice Mayor Eric Orsborn expressed his interest in exploring future ideas and said he likes the flexibility of going direct to patent, the proximity to Tartesso, and West Valley Rock’s idea.

After asking about the timeline and being told BLM can expedite its process, Councilwoman Jeanine Guy expressed enthusiasm for moving forward.

Councilwoman Michelle Hess clarified details of the process and asked what would happen if the city didn’t proceed. Hawes told her BLM would reopen the area.

“I wouldn’t like to see it go back to the kind of use and activity that happened out there before, basically bringing lead back into the area, but we would be compelled to reopen the area,” Hawes said. Hess said she supports moving forward.

After asking more questions about the process and terms of the patent, as well as how potential future development could be handled, Buckeye Mayor Jackie Meck expressed interest in the idea of Buckeye acquiring the land.

Meck wants to move forward “as soon as we can, or sooner,” he said.

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Natalie’s House fundraiser benefits exploited girls in Goodyear

By Niki D’Andrea

West Valley residents who want to get an early start on holiday shopping can do so while benefiting a local charitable cause on Friday, November 16, when Natalie’s House hosts a fundraiser at the Estrella Mountain Starpointe Residents Club.

The fundraiser includes the sale of gift baskets, a raffle and a silent auction. More than 50 local businesses donated to the event, which also features music, refreshments, appetizers and desserts. All proceeds will benefit Natalie’s House, a 501(c) (3) charity.

Natalie’s House is a project of Arizonans for the Protection of Exploited Children and Adults (APECA). The Goodyear facility is an eight-bed home for girls ages 6 to 16 who are recovering from sexual exploitation and abuse. Girls at Natalie’s House are given shelter, food and clothing, in addi-

tion to an intensive recovery program that includes outings and educational strategies to help set them transition to a normal life.

The home is named after contemporary Christian singer Natalie Grant, who has campaigned against human trafficking since 2005, after she and her husband visited India to see the red-light districts and the efforts to close them down.

Goodyear resident Leni Bowman became a volunteer for Natalie’s House through her friend Diana Ecklund, who has been a volunteer with the organization almost since its inception.

Through Ecklund, Bowman met Janet Olson, director of Natalie’s House.

“Since that time, I’ve met women, including a number of women past middle age, that suffered sexual exploitation and abuse and did not have anyone to talk to about their situation

or any place to turn to,” Bowman said. “Natalie’s House can provide a safe environment for children of this generation.

“The home itself was specifically designed to meet the needs of the children,” Bowman added. “Each bedroom is large. The girls can decorate their own room and each room has a private bathroom. A local school provides daily education. In addition, they receive a recovery program including life skills. Intensive counseling services are provided in our community as well as medical services. The girls have the opportunity to attend local events and enjoy recreational activities, which are activities intended to assist them in making the transition to a normal healthy life.”

Bowman lauded the local community for donating goods and services to the event. She said the gift baskets, of which there will be more than 125, in-

clude items such as food, jewelry, gift cards for restaurants, massages, automobile detailing, dental care, bubble soccer, oil changes and air conditioning services.

“Most of the gift baskets are themed, and not only do they have gift cards, but additional items tied to the basket theme,” Bowman said. “The baskets range from $8 to $300. We are having a gift basket raffle and we also have about 30 silent auction items that include hotel stays, amusement park admissions, cleaning services and design services.”

The fundraiser takes place from 5:30 to 8 p.m. Friday, November 16, at Estrella Mountain Starpointe Residents Club, located at 17665 W. Elliot Road in Goodyear. A tax-credit-eligible donation of $10 is requested at the door.

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Former Goodyear charter school director pleads guilty

By Niki D’Andrea

Daniel K. Hughes, chairman and director of the Bradley Academy of Excellence in Goodyear, pleaded guilty to charges of conspiracy and theft on Wednesday, November 7.

As the West Valley View reported in February, Hughes faced allegations of fraud and self-dealing after the Bradley Academy of Excellence, which had been renamed Discovery Creemos Academy, abruptly closed in late January before a scheduled audit by the Arizona Department of Education, leaving students and staff without a school and without any answers.

An article published in the February 14, 2018 edition of the West Valley View reported that after Hughes took control of Discovery Creemos Academy in 2014, administrative costs and expenses on school supplies increased expontentially despite minimal growth in student enrollment.

In that same story, attorney Quacy L. Smith, who represented some of the people affected by the school’s sudden closure, alleged Hughes had

severely misappropriated funds. “For example, the janitors at the school were used to clean his personal house.. the cooks at the school were used to cater his parties,” he said.

Arizona Attorney General Mark Brnovich released a statement on November 7 announcing Hughes had “pleaded guilty to a $2.5 million conspiracy involving the use of false students.”

The direct complaint details two counts against Hughes – conspiracy and theft. On the conspiracy count, the complaint states, “Daniel K. Hughes agreed with other school officials and employees of the Bradley Academy of Excellence to create false student profiles and student information and to submit said profiles and information to the State of Arizona/Arizona Department of Education, the United States Department of Agriculture, and the United States Department of Education to fraudulently increase Bradley Academy funding.”

Regarding the theft charge, the complaint states, “On or between August 1, 2016 and January 30, 2018, Daniel

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Tolleson school’s Thanksgiving American Legion Post No. 61 seeking Thanksgiving volunteers tradition continues

By Connor Dziawura

The Mickie Diaz / Dr. Charles A. Landis 36th Annual Community Thanksgiving Day Dinner is returning to Tolleson Union High School from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. Thursday, November 22.

The event is located in the cafenasium, 9419 W. Van Buren Street, Tolleson.

Freddie Villalon, a member of the Tolleson Service Committee and Tolleson Union High School District governing board, called it a “traditional Thanksgiving dinner,” one to which the entire community is invited.

It will consist of all the essentials, like turkey, stuffing, corn, mashed potatoes, gravy, yams, pumpkin pie, pastries, and refreshments like coffee and juice. Meals are also provided to needy families’ homes. Thousands are fed every year.

The goal of the long-running event,

Festival...continued from page 4 doctors. Rebozo-La Pine estimates there will be 30 vendors providing education. English and Spanish language speakers will be accommodated.

“It’s really about the information that they’re going to receive,” she said. “We really wanted the community to have one place where they could go and get the resources. So, we based it on what are our members struggling with the most when they go see their doctor, and those are the services that we’re bringing out there.”

Among those struggles, she cited home ownership, transportation, trouble providing food, loss of loved ones, childhood trauma, hospice care, illness and education.

“What we want to do is that we want to make sure that the community knows,

Villalon said, is “to give back to the community, to feed our families, and to bring the community together for a joyous event, specifically on Thanksgiving.”

The event is organized by the Tolleson Service Committee, but community involvement is imperative. Villalon cited involvement from various agencies and businesses, VFW, ROTC and the student body. Donations help, and volunteers are welcome.

“There’s always these specific needs for volunteers to help us provide the service to our families,” Villalon said.

“Whether it’s setting the trays, cleaning up the tables, mopping or washing dishes or serving, there’s always a need for volunteers to help put on this event.”

For more information, call or text Villalon at 623-293-8910.

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even though we can help them at Equality Health, these services are out in the community. They’re part of their neighborhood,” Rebozo-La Pine said.

The event will also provide education on Equality Health’s plans, she said. Aside from that educational aspect, though, Equality Health sought the involvement of the school itself.

Various clubs will participate.

“We wanted to give back to the high school, so we did invite their clubs that wanted to participate,” Rebozo-La Pine explained. “They will be the only ones kind of selling. They can sell food or they can sell anything, items, anything that they want to sell to just kind of get some funding for their school club.”

Though the opportunity for free turkeys is sure to be a big draw, to be eligible, guests must visit 10 vendors,

where they will receive stamps. They must also sit through one of the approximately 10-minute educational presentations. After both tasks are checked off their day’s itinerary, attendees will receive a voucher for a free turkey from Food City. Turkeys are limited to one adult per family, while supplies last.

“It’s a little bit different, but at the same time we’re kind of doing it fun,” Rebozo-La Pine said. “We’re going to have the entertainment for the kids, the bouncies and we’re going to have entertainment; we’re going to have maybe a Ballet Folklorico. So we want it to be festive and fun, but at the same time have real information there that we know that people are really, really struggling with.”

Other details expanded upon through the company’s website are kids’ face painting, mariachis, dance groups, a

The American Legion Crandall-Palmer Post No. 61 is requesting the public’s help in once again making its annual Thanksgiving dinner possible.

The post needs volunteers between 9:30 a.m. to 3 p.m. Thursday, November 22. Dinner will be served from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m.

It is also doing a food delivery program for “shut-ins” and the homeless.

The post is located at 35 N. Dysart Road, Avondale.

“It’s a big day,” said Helen Swartz, wife of Commander Jim Swartz. “We make it a fun day, we make it a family day, because we don’t treat anybody any different.”

Swartz called it a “full-fledged meal” consisting of turkey, mashed potatoes,

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Some contributors, Swartz said, are Village Inn, Food City, Walmart, Uncommon USA, PepsiCo and Nothing Bundt Cakes, among others. The post is also looking for donations. Boxes are labeled with needed items at the post. Forty turkeys is this year’s goal, Swartz said.

The fire and police departments help, and in the past, Avondale Mayor Kenn Weise and his wife, and Goodyear Mayor Georgia Lord have lent hands in various ways, Swartz recalled.

“We need as many people as possible,” she said. “I don’t turn anybody down due to the fact you never know what’s going to happen.”

For more information or to get involved, call Swartz at 623-203-8606. gift raffle and food trucks.

This isn’t the first time Equality Health has held such an event. Last year was the first, Rebozo-La Pine said, and it drew around 3,000 guests. The reason for events such as these, she explained, is just the importance of connecting with the various communities.

“What we try to do is hold it in different parts of the Valley to make sure that everybody has the opportunity to take advantage of everything that we have to offer.”

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Unofficial - but likely final - election results in for West Valley cities

By Niki D’Andrea

As of Monday, November 12, more than 300,000 ballots remained uncounted in Maricopa County; however, several unofficial results are available for the November 6 election and they show some wide margins between candidates.

Here are the current leader results for elections pertaining to the cities of Avondale, Buckeye, Goodyear, Litchfield Park and Tolleson.

Congressional District 8 Debbie Lesko (R) won another term, defeating Hiral Tipirneni (D). With all districts reporting, Lesko had 55.6 percent of the vote to Tipirneni’s 44.4 percent.

Avondale and Buckeye Congressional District 3, Legislative District 19 State Senator: Lupe Contreras Chavira (D) has received 27,868 votes, and leads with 100 percent of the vote.

State Representatives (2 seats): Diego Espinoza (D), 22,440 votes; Lorenzo Sierra (D), 19,737 votes Buckeye Unified High School District (2 seats): Kristen E. Ahlstrom, 7627 votes; Maggie Lara, 7486 votes Buckeye Unified High School District Question: Sale, Lease, Exchange: If affirmed, this would allow the BUHSD to sell, lease or exchange portions of two land parcels it owns totaling approximately 145 acres near Airport and Van Buren roads.

Majority “Yes” votes total 10,533.

Bonds and Overrides - Buckeye Elementary School District: A $65 million bond to fund a new elementary school, upgrade safety and security measures, upgrade equipment, and provide technology for schools.

Majority “No” votes total 4,630.

Goodyear Congressional District 8, Legislative

District 4 State Senator: Lisa Otondo (D) has received 10,012 votes, and leads with 100 percent of the vote.

State Representatives (2 seats): Charlene Fernandez (D), 7,854 votes; Geraldine Peten (D), 6,797 votes Agua Fria High School District (2 seats): Maxine Hill, 11,493 votes; Vickie L. Landis, 14,359 votes

Litchfield Park Congressional District 7, Legislative District 13 State Senator: Sine Kerr (R) has received 31,083 votes; Michelle Harris (D) has received 19,917 votes. Kerr has 61 percent of the vote to Harris’ 39 percent.

State Representatives (2 seats): Timothy Dunn (R), 27,774 votes; Joanne Osborne (R), 28,570 votes Litchfield Elementary School District: Melissa Zuidema, 11,113 votes

Tolleson Congressional District 7, Legislative District 19 State Senator: Lupe Chavira Contreras (D) has received 27,868 votes, and leads with 100 percent of the vote.

State Representatives (2 seats): Diego Espinoza (D), 22,440 votes; Lorenzo Sierra (D), 19,793 votes Pendergast Elementary School District (2 seats): Martin Quezada, 6,677 votes; Susan Serin, 5,973 votes Tolleson Elementary School District (2 seats): Tida Garcia, 1,148 votes; Adriana G. Morado, 1305 votes Bonds and Overrides – Tolleson Elementary School District: A $750,000 override, a renewal of the district’s current District Additional Assistance override, to fund classroom technology, instructional material improvements, and band instruments and equipment.

Majority “Yes” votes total 1,492.

Tolleson Union High School District: A $9.6 million District Additional Assistance override to improve the district’s technology and support safety programs.

Majority “Yes” votes total 18,225.

For continued updates on election results, visit recorder.maricopa.gov.

– Garrison Murphy contributed to this report

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OPINION

WEST VALLEY VIEW NEWS | NOVEMBER 14, 2018

OUR READERS’ VIEWPOINTS

SMITH’S OPINION — Las Vegas Sun

LETTERS TO THE EDITOR

Trump is toxic to our country Editor:

I’m so tired of hearing how bad Democrats or Republicans are. We’ve always had people passionate and vocal about their beliefs – and some who also got out of hand – on both sides. However, since Trump took office (actually, when he became a candidate), people have become irrational and unyielding in their beliefs and defenses, and more violent verbally and physically – on both sides. Trump has normalized such behaviors because that is what he does. He advocates and praises violence toward others. That is the kind of person he is. He demands loyalty and respect, yet gives none in return. It’s all on tape, folks!

On October 24, during a speech dealing with the explosive devices being delivered to Clinton, Obama and others, Trump called on the media to stop negative attacks, false statements and so forth. Seriously? He is the one who boasts he could shoot someone in the middle of the street and get away with it. He is the one who made fun of a handicapped person. He is the one who brags about grabbing women’s private parts. He is the one calling other people very personal, condescending names. He is the one making racist remarks.

We need to work together, not to be torn apart by verifiable lies, irrational thinking, disturbing personal attacks, and patriotism that becomes nationalism and exclusionary – qualities that Trump possesses.

I ask people to think about this: What were you before Trump, and what are you now? Trump started the downward spiral – for both sides. America is great, and hopefully we can show that greatness to the world when both sides can get a grip and toss that toxic waste aside.

Mike Getz Goodyear

Collapse of the United States Editor:

The political parties in the United States are no longer organizations concerned with administering the country’s affairs. They have become no more than election-winning machines. One party advocates “incivility” until it attains political majority.

This approach is extremely dangerous. As if that party does attain a political majority

a button is pressed, and now “civility” has returned. Highly unlikely. When a political party loses an election, take your loss and work with the winner. It is not for the betterment of the country to undermine the efforts of the ruling party.

The Roman Empire suffered total collapse in a few centuries due mainly to political infighting. I believe that due to political infighting the United States will cease to become a major factor on the world stage in just a few decades, or less.

Charles Schweda Avondale

Politics

Editor: Right now, like many others, I am Democrat-ed and Republican-ed out.

What I do recognize is that the socalled divide in our great country is being fueled by the opposition party.

Every step the present government has taken is immediately opposed by the leftists and our president is ridiculed before any results of his actions are tabulated.

The TV political advertisements slander the opposing candidate and, yes, it goes both ways, unlike an obvious democrat reported in the West Valley View.

I say again, the opposition to our president, and Republican Party in general, is fueling the hate and divide we are experiencing in our country right now.

Get off the political hate bandwagon before it’s too late.

Roger A. Hayes Goodyear

You know not of what you speak Editor:

I am a snowbird from Canada who has been coming down to this lovely town for some eight years now and has made some wonderful friends.

I find the people out and about very friendly. I enjoy reading your paper, especially your Readers’ Viewpoints.

Always entertaining, informative and enlightening. On occasion, though, I read some disturbing things in relation to the great white north.

The letter entitled “Prada Socialist” in the October 24 issue is one such. The author stated that health care in Canada

is rationed and limited for serious issues.

As it is true that elective surgeries can take some time to access, all serious issues are dealt with in as timely a fashion as anywhere in the world, and rationing is an absurd remark. To say quality is spotty is disrespectful of our medical system. Our doctors come from all over the world, including the United States, and our educational facilities rank among the best in the world. Where the author has obtained his info from I can only assume was repeated from your C in C who was misinformed when he attacked our system during his run for office.

About a year ago our wonderful neighbors in Goodyear had the misfortune of one of their sons being bit in the face by a dog. They had to go to three different hospitals for emergency treatment before they were accepted, certainly not something that would happen in Canada. As they say, people who live in glass houses should not throw stones. To all you other folks, thanks for the great hospitality down here.

P.S. My great grandfather moved up to Canada from Minnesota in 1899 to break virgin land and pursue his dream of farming.

Grant Cole Goodyear

Male privilege

Editor: As I was reading Ms. Pease-Wingenter’s letter on male privilege, I thought she was doing a reasonable job of explaining her challenges in life and how she worked her way up professionally, and then I watched her leave the reservation when she played the victim and gender cards. Really, somebody yelled at you

and somebody asked you to make coffee?

It has become fashionable today to take potshots at the male gender, simply because you can. One thing is certain in life – as the years go by you are guaranteed to meet unpleasant people and they come in both genders. I have had female and male supervisors. Guess what, some are arrogant and abusive and some are not. There is no such thing as utopia.

Those unpleasant moments you describe in your life do happen in every country on the planet. You remind me of what is happening in America in general. Any adversity you encounter qualifies you as a victim. Americans are just about clueless when we describe what misery is. Let me clue you in. Hoping to survive on a bowl of rice and a cup of water in countries overseas is misery. Your complaints on male privilege don’t amount to a thimble of some horrible transgression.

Today’s generation is not being taught you will face adversity in life.

The definition of “cope” means to struggle or deal on even terms with some degree of success. In my day it was called something else: “Don’t sweat the small stuff.”

Donald Baranowski Goodyear How to get a letter published 250 N. Litchfield Road, Ste. 130, Goodyear, AZ 85340 E-mail: editor@westvalleyview.com The West Valley View welcomes letters that express readers’ opinion on current topics. Letters must include the writer’s full name, address (including city) and telephone number. The West Valley View will print the writer’s name and city of residence only. Letters without the requisite identifying information will not be published.

Letters are published in the order received, and they are subject to editing. The West Valley View will not publish consumer complaints, form letters, clippings from other publications or poetry. Letters’authors, not the View, are responsible for the “facts” presented in letters.

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Election Day’s biggest loser wasn’t even on the ballot

By David Leibowitz

By 9 o’clock in the morning on Election Tuesday 2018, it was time to call it. Among all the candidates in the Valley, there already was a clear loser, and he wasn’t even on the ballot.

I’m talking about Adrian Fontes, the Maricopa County Recorder.

As I write this – 36 hours after the election with nearly a half-million ballots left to count in Arizona’s largest county – I’m actually starting to feel sorry for the guy.

See, being the recorder is one of those tough jobs that sounds easy. You record stuff. That’s the gig. Someone buys or sells a house, you record it.

Someone satisfies a lien, you record it.

According to Fontes’ 2017 annual report – which includes a full-page glamour shot of himself – the Recorder’s Office was on track to record about 1 million documents last year.

Then there’s elections.

Elections don’t occur frequently, but they’re the true measuring stick for recorders. If you keep the glitches to a minimum, keep the long lines at bay and count the ballots quickly, you’re

golden. that we did not get to tabulating beHelen Purcell, Fontes’ predecessor, cause we were concentrating on beheld the job for 29 years. She did a ing set up for Election Day in the nice job, until the 2016 presidential number of just over a quarter million. primary. That was deemed So, 277,104 to be tabulata disaster, and Adrian Foned. Now those are actualtes won the election that ly going through the maNovember. chines right now.”

Unfortunately for him, I’m guessing this whole Fontes became recorder in first Tuesday in Novemthe Yelp era. Today, everyber election thing must’ve one’s a critic. Everyone has sneaked up on Fontes. access to a megaphone.

When you throw in anAfter a disastrous August other 200,000 ballots reprimary that saw voters and quiring human handling – reporters use social melike signature verification dia to light up Fontes like and taking them out of the a Christmas tree, all eyes envelopes – Fontes has a were on the recorder Tueslot of counting left to do. day – which is exactly how David Leibowitz. (Photo And even more talking. courtesy Advisor Group) he seems to like it.

It’s like the man is chanIf there was a media outneling his inner Joe Arpaio let that hasn’t hosted Fontes in the past – he has not met a camera or a micro36 hours, don’t worry, he’ll get there phone he can avoid. today. And he’ll keep digging himself Describing an Election Day “systemdeeper into trouble. wide hiccup” that caused the county’s Here’s Fontes on KTAR radio system to bog down for a few minutes, Wednesday: “We’ve got early votes Fontes recently boasted at a press conin house from before Election Day ference: “One of the things that we are

really impressed with is the speed with which we got to resolving the circumstances.”

At least someone’s impressed, right?

If Fontes would spend more time counting – faster – and less time explaining how much counting he has left to do, he would get the credit he so clearly believes he deserves.

He doesn’t seem to understand a key point: In 2018, the county recorder looks like a guy with an abacus in a digital world. Already this morning, I deposited a check by snapping a picture of it with my iPhone and ordered groceries via app. They’ll arrive from across town in an hour.

Meanwhile, Adrian Fontes woke up to a third day of interviews and counting sheets of paper.

If I was Fontes, I’d start getting ready now for November 3, 2020. That’s Election Day 2020. And it’s almost certainly the last election this recorder will ever have to count.

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Business Briefcase

By Connor Dziawura

Hello, readers! I have a few developments of interest this week. Sticking with Goodyear and Avondale this time, there are a variety of happenings, from a new art center offering courses for adults and kids to the continued expansion of popular West Valley bike shop Trek. But those two are just in Goodyear. Before I get to those, I’ll start over in Avondale, where there are several developments including a multimillion dollar retail building sale and a new engineering consulting firm.

Here’s the news!

First, George Boukather of Newport Beach, California, purchased a 10,017-square-foot multi-tenant retail building at 1461 N. Dysart Road – northeast of Van Buren Street and Dysart Road, in Avondale’s Coldwater Plaza – from Great Falls, Virginia-based Sparty Holdings LLC for $2.89 million. Vice presidents Steve Julius, Jesse Goldsmith and Joe Compagno of CBRE negotiated the sale.

Constructed in 2003, the four-unit building is 87 percent leased, with current tenants including Red Dragon Buffet, Cricket Wireless and CheckMate.

“Today, free-standing buildings with high street visibility are the most desired properties to both retail tenants and investors, especially when surrounded by national tenants, like this building at Coldwater Plaza,” Julius said.

Moving along, employee-owned engineering consulting firm Terracon opened an office in Avondale, located at 1050 N. Fairway Drive, Building G, Suite 103, south of I-10. Senior project manager and office lead Jennifer Tran has relocated from the Tempe office, along with NCR group manager Marilyn Zenko. Region-

A 10,000-square-foot multi-tenant retail building in Avondale’s Coldwater Plaza sold for $2.89 million. The building is 80 percent leased, and current tenants include Red Dragon Buffet, Cricket Wireless and CheckMate. (Photo courtesy CBRE)

al Manager Brent M. Borchers, also the Tempe office’s principal, will oversee the new West Valley location. For more information, visit terracon.com/offices/ phoenix.

“We are looking forward to servicing our clients with a presence in the West Valley,” Borchers said. “Not only does our Avondale office bring with it the benefit of being local, but also provides our capabilities and expertise as a national firm.”

Chuck Reynolds, senior client development manager and principal, added, “In addition to being closer to our West Valley clients and their growth, we simultaneously will be able to enhance some of our employees’ well-being by providing an office closer to home.”

Next, UCreate Art Center recently opened a brick-and-mortar location in Goodyear. It is at 500 N. Bullard Road, Suite 28. It offers art courses for beginners as well as those looking to master their craft. Courses are available in ce-

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ramics, watercolors, acrylics, sculpt- office, will continue her roles as senior projmanager and office lead at the employing and more. Adults’ and kids’ ect ee-owned engineering consulting firm’s new classes are offered, but there are Avondale office. (Photo courtesy MadridMedia) also open studio sessions. BYOB is available for adults after 4 p.m. UCre- ed another location from Avondale to ate Art Center’s owners, Yvette Cooke Goodyear earlier this year. Abraham said and Matt Seitz, got their start through the new one will be approximately oneGoodyear Branch Library’s Innova- fourth the size of the duo’s current shop tionHub. The InnovationHub – a part- and will focus mainly on rentals for the nership between the city of Goodyear, Estrella community. Though an exact Entrepreneurship + Innovation at ASU, location is not yet set, Abraham said it and the Maricopa County Library Dis- will be near the Estrella Star Tower lotrict – offers free resources like one- cated off Estrella Parkway. It will also be on-one business mentoring, the ASU part of a new welcome center being built Startup School and a monthly meetup by Newland Communities, he said. For called Business Builders. For more in- more information on Abraham’s and van formation on the business, visit ucre- Leuven’s current shop, located at 13810 ateartcenterllc.com or facebook.com/ W. Test Drive, visit trekwestphoenix.

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Finally, Trek Bicycle Store is poised That’s all the briefs for this week. to expand to the Estrella Mountain Stay tuned for more news in the comRanch community in April. The new ing weeks! Thanks for reading! store comes from Trek Bicycle Store of Have an item for Business BriefWest Phoenix owners Brian Abraham case? Email Connor Dziawura at and Brandon van Leuven, who relocat- cdziawura@timespublications.com.

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For example, a lot of people mistakenly believe the home must be paid off in full in order to qualify for a HECM loan, which is not the case.

In fact, one key advantage of a HECM is that the proceeds will first be used to pay off any existing liens on the property, which frees up cash flow, a huge blessing for seniors living on a fixed income.

Unfortunately, many senior homeowners who might be better off with HECM loan don’t even bother to get more information because of rumors they’ve heard.

That’s a shame because HECM loans are helping many senior homeowners live a better life.

In fact, a recent survey by American Advisors Group (AAG), the nation’s number one HECM lender, found that over 90% of their clients are satisfied with their loans.

While these special loans are not for everyone, they can be a real lifesaver for senior homeowners.

The cash from a HECM loan can be used for any purpose. Many people use the money to save

FACT: In 1988, President Reagan signed an FHA bill that put HECM loans into law.

on interest charges by paying off credit cards or other high-interest loans. Other common uses include making home improvements, paying off medical bills or helping other family members.

Some people simply need the extra cash for everyday expenses while others are now using it as a “safety net” for financial emergencies.

If you’re a homeowner age 62 or older, you owe it to yourself to learn more so that you can make an informed decision. Homeowners who are interested in learning more can request a free 2018 HECM loan Information Kit and free Educational DVD by calling American Advisors Group toll-free at 1-(800) 661-5375.

At no cost or obligation, the professionals at AAG can help you find out if you qualify and also answer common questions such as: 1. What’s the government’s role?

2. How much money might I get?

3. Who owns the home after I take out a HECM loan?

You may be pleasantly surprised by what you discover when you call AAG for more information today.

Source: http://reversemortgagedaily.com/2016/06/21/seniors-home-equity-grows-to-6-trillion-reverse-mortgage-opportunity. 2If you qualify and your loan is approved, a Home Equity Conversion Mortgage (HECM) must pay off any existing mortgage(s). With a HECM loan, no monthly mortgage payment is required. A HECM increases the principal mortgage loan amount and decreases home equity (it is a negative amortization loan).

AAG works with other lenders and nancial institutions that offer HECMs. To process your request for a loan, AAG may forward your contact information to such lenders for your consideration of HECM programs that they offer. When the loan is due and payable, some or all of the equity in the property no longer belongs to borrowers, who may need to sell the home or otherwise repay the loan with interest from other proceeds.

AAG charges an origination fee, mortgage insurance premium, closing costs and servicing fees (added to the balance of the loan). The balance of the loan grows over time and AAG charges interest on the balance.

Interest is not tax-deductible until the loan is partially or fully repaid. Borrowers are responsible for paying property taxes and homeowner’s insurance (which may be substantial). We do not establish an escrow account for disbursements of these payments. A set-aside account can be set up to pay taxes and insurance and may be required in some cases. Borrowers must occupy home as their primary residence and pay for ongoing maintenance; otherwise the loan becomes due and payable. The loan also becomes due and payable when the last borrower, or eligible non-borrowing surviving spouse, dies, sells the home, permanently moves out, defaults on taxes or insurance payments, or does not otherwise comply with the loan terms. American Advisors Group (AAG) is headquartered at 3800 W. Chapman Ave., 3rd & 7th Floors, Orange CA, 92868.

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SPORTS

WEST VALLEY VIEW NEWS | NOVEMBER 14, 2018

Contreras makes Tolleson Union history with state qualification

By Griffin Fabits

Cassandra Contreras had seen her father play golf long enough that she figured she’d give it a try, too.

Her father began to give her lessons whenever the two would go to the driving range. These little tips of advice evolved into a growing love of the game.

“I just had this drive to get better,” she said.

A year and a half later, the Tolleson Union High School junior is fresh off of playing in the AIA Division I Girls’ State Championship in Tucson. It was the first time in 20 years Tolleson had a girls’ golfer qualify for the state tournament.

“That was a wake-up call,” Contreras said of becoming school history. “It was like, ‘You are good. You just have to have more confidence in yourself.’ I didn’t believe I was even good enough to make it to state.”

The unlikely appearance at state came after playing in just her second year of high school golf.

Contreras entered her junior year with a simple mission of getting better. She wanted to see improvement

through her scores. Anything beyond that would be a bonus.

“Seeing my scores [throughout the season] gave me that little confidence boost,” she said.

It’s fun to see yourself get a little bit better every day, as Contreras quickly picked up on. But it wasn’t until her sophomore year that she really became serious about golf.

In order to do so, she needed to make some sacrifices.

As a sophomore, she was enrolled at University High School in Tolleson, a school designed to “prepare high school students for college,” according to its website. “With a rigorous curriculum, high expectations for our students, and a challenging environment, our goal is to prepare students to be successful in their next level of education.”

If she could see herself with a future in golf, which she did, she would need to remove herself from the strenuous workload that she had grown accustomed to.

Transferring to Tolleson for her junior year would allow her to have more time after school to practice golf.

Doing so has allowed her to direct her attention to her newfound love.

At the state championship rounds, Contreras had a rollercoaster of a weekend. She posted a 106 score on the first day.

“I was off my game,” she said.

“Nothing was working. I knew I could play better than that.”

The next day, she flipped the script.

Day two in Tucson allowed the nerves to settle a bit. In turn, she shot an 83.

She placed 47th out of 82 contestants and billed it as an insightful experience.

“In my mind, I won the award for Most Improved,” she said with a laugh.

The recent spree of success she’s enjoyed has changed her thinking.

Though she did taekwondo for seven years, she’s now starting to entertain the idea that golf may hold a place in her future.

Going into her senior year, there are two goals she hopes to check off of her list: Place in the top 10 at state, and receive a scholarship to play golf in college.

Tolleson Union High School junior Cassandra Contreras is the first girls’ golfer from Tolleson to qualify for the state tournament in 20 years. (Photo courtesy Cassandra Contreras)

“[State] showed me what to expect for next year and how much harder I need to work to at least get top ten,” she said. “I’m going to work for it.”

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Millennium basketball loaded with young talent

By Eric Newman

Walking off the court after a close loss in the first round of the 6A basketball playoffs, it was clear the Millennium Tigers boys’ basketball team had a bright future. The Tigers made a late-season push, winning nine of its final ten games. Unlike many of the top teams in Arizona, though, nearly every one of the Tigers’ top producers is back again.

Millennium was led by a young core that returns this season better than ever.

Of the Tigers’ eight top scorers, seven are on the roster this year as the team transitions into 5A. Among those returners is sophomore DaRon Holmes, who led the team in average points (12.5), rebounds (7.5) and blocks (2) last season as just a freshman.

Coach Ty Amundsen said the group has improved tremendously in the short time since last season ended, thanks in part to an offseason loaded with school and club tournaments.

“We always have a really busy offseason for us. We went and played in a tournament in California, played in summer leagues and all that. One of the things that was evident last year is we

needed to get bigger and stronger, and we started doing that in the offseason,” Amundsen said.

Besides the young core that returns with plenty of talent and chemistry, the Tigers picked up some older size and talent to fill out the roster through transfers. Center Cameron Katal transferred from Westview, where he averaged 10.2 points and 5.6 rebounds as a junior. Senior guard Shamar Grant joined the team from Illinois, and said the whole group is still trying to find its identity a bit.

“I try to show them the way the best I can. I’m still trying to figure some of the stuff out, too, though, so I try to be a big brother, but we’re all getting into it together,” Grant said.

From the moment he began training with Millennium in the offseason, Grant said he noticed the group exuded chemistry to go along with its talent.

Now, the biggest challenge is just putting it all together.

“Our biggest key is defense this year.

It’s an effort thing, and making sure we’re always getting into it. We’re so young, and it’s going to take time, but we’ll get it. We’ve got a special young

group,” he said.

On offense, the Tigers have several players who can score from all parts of the floor. Quick passes off dribble-drives and effective spacing make nearly every player on the court a tough cover.

That gives even more space to Holmes – already one of the state’s top forwards, who picked up five Division 1 offers this summer – to work on the low block and score from the post.

“We have a lot of shooters on our team; that opens up a lot of spots on the court. It helps me, because when they have to go out on shooters, I have some space down low,” he said.

The future is bright for the Tigers.

Even if they fall short of their playoff and championship goals this season, many of the team’s top players will be back again next year, and even the year after that.

That is not the way the young guys see this season, though. They want to win right now. Holmes said he hears plenty of talk from opposing teams about how Millennium is still years away because of its age. Simply put, he and the roster are not having it.

“I think they do disregard us because

Senior transfer Cameron Katal adds length and rebounding to a talented Millennium basketball team. (West Valley View photo by Eric Newman)

we’re younger. I get it a lot about our team that we’re mostly sophomores and young guys, but we got some seniors and transfers, and we’re really motivated this year to win state for all the guys that it is their last year,” Holmes said.

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CALENDAR

WEST VALLEY VIEW NEWS | NOVEMBER 14, 2018 noon at the Litchfield Park Branch Library, 101 W. Wigwam Boulevard.

For information, call 602-652-3000.

Not Hungry Tonight

Not Hungry Tonight is a program that hopes 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.

Aerobics for a Better You

The West Valley View publishes on Wednesday. The 9 Days a Week 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 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.

9 Days a Week 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. Wednesday to be considered for the following Wednesday publication. Submissions must be in writing and may be emailed to Rachel Hagerman, rhagerman@timespublications.com or faxed to 623-935-2103.

NOVEMBER

Wednesday

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Litchfield Park Museum

The Litchfield Park Museum has returned to its winter schedule: 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Wednesday through Friday. Admission and parking are free. The museum is located at 13912 W. Camelback Road. For information, call 623-535-4414 or visit litchfieldparkhistoricalsociety.org.

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 4:30 p.m. at the Tolleson Public Library, 9555 W. Van Buren Street. For information, call 623-936-2746.

Come and Play with Me

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.

Children’s Christian Community Choir

The Church at Litchfield Park offers a free music program for children in kindergarten through fifth grade at 5:30 p.m. each Wednesday at 300 N. Old Litchfield Road.

For information, call 623-935-3411.

Kickboxing with Natalie

Join a morning exercise program at 9 a.m. at the Avondale Community Center, 1007 S. Third Street. For information, call 623-333-2705.

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 mystery and suspense. For information or help finding a book for the meeting, call 602-652-3457.

Thursday

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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.

Thanksgiving Luncheon

Join the city of Avondale Neighborhood and Family Services for a full Thanksgiving meal from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. at Avondale Community Center, 1007 S. Third Street. For information, call 623-33-2705.

Adult Book Discussion

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

Friday

Bring an exercise mat and hand weights to a free class from 8 to 9 a.m. at the Dr. Saide Recreation Center, 1003 E. Eason Avenue, Buckeye. For information, call 623-349-6350.

Stay and Play

The Goodyear Branch Library at 14455 W. Van Buren Street invites parents to bring their children through age 5 to a fun play group at 10:15 a.m. that builds children’s motor and social skills. Toys can be checked out and brought home at the end of play group. For information, call 602-652-3000.

Saturday

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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.

Basic Irrigation Parts, Troubleshooting and Repair

Learn more about water conservation and landscaping this fall with Avondale’s free class series taught by master gardeners, certified arborists and horticulturists. Today’s lesson discusses irrigation from 11:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. at Avondale Civic Center Library, 11350 W. Civic Center Drive. Registration is required. For information, call 623-333-4422.

Irrigation Timer Programming

Learn more about water conservation and landscaping this fall with Avondale’s free class series taught by master gardeners, certified arborists and horticulturists. Today’s lesson discusses irrigation timers from 2 to 4 p.m. at Avondale Civic Center Library, 11350 W. Civic Center Drive. Registration is required.

For information, call 623-333-4422.

Lefse Sale

Christ Evangelical Lutheran Church will be baking and selling lefse, a Scandinavian flatbread, at 918 S. Litchfield Road, Goodyear.

Lefse will be available for preorder customers as well as dropin purchasers. Packages may be picked up between 1 and 2 p.m. Six rounds of lefse costs $7. For information, call 623-932-2394.

Festival de La Salud: Healthy Fall Festival

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Bring family, friends and neighbors to a fun, free health festival with giveaways, health education, free flu shots, music, food and entertainment from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. at Tolleson Union High School, 9419 W. Van Buren Street.

Learn all about growing citrus in Arizona winters from a local gardening expert from 10:30 a.m. to

Enjoy an evening of demolition derby fun including food and drink vendors and lawn mower racing

Master Gardener Series

Demolition Derby

from 7 to 9:30 p.m. at the Buckeye Arena, 615 N. 4th Street. Gates open at 5:30 p.m. Tickets are $5 to $10. Children ages 5 and younger are admitted free of charge.

projects at Sam Garcia Avenue Library, 495 E. Western Avenue, Avondale. Be sure to bring materials and a coffee mug. For information, call 623-333-2601.

Silver Sneakers Exercise Program

Sunday

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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.

National Novel Writing Month Write-In

Those participating in this year’s National Novel Writing Month are encouraged to meet other local writers for an afternoon write-in from 2 to 4 p.m. at the Goodyear Branch Library, 14455 W. Van Buren Street. For information, call 602-652-3000.

West Valley Symphony

Listen to music from Kabalevsky, Prokofiev, Leonard Bernstein and Aaron Copland performed by the West Valley Symphony at 3 p.m. at Valley Vista Performing Arts Center, 15550 N. Parkview Place, Surprise. Prices vary. For information, call 623-876-7918.

Monday

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The Tolleson Public Library at 9555 W. Van Buren Street invites babies and their caregivers to an interactive play time at 10 a.m. For information, call 623-936-2746.

Hope

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.

Avondale Annual Holiday Used Cooking Oil Drive

Mahoney Environmental and the city of Avondale are teaming up to collect used cooking oil at no cost to the city or its residents to prevent sewer blockages and use old oil to produce a clean, alternative fuel. People can drop off old cooking oil from 6 a.m. to 5 p.m. Monday through Thursday until the end of January at the Avondale Public Works Municipal Operations Service Center, 399 E. Lower Buckeye Road. For information, call 623-333-4402.

Craft it Up

Join fellow crafters in this needlework/knitting/crochet group at 11 a.m. and work on new or current

Silver Sneakers is a free low-impact exercise program hosted from 8:30 to 9:30 a.m. each Wednesday at the Buckeye Community Center, 201 E. Centre Avenue. For information, call 623-349-6600.

Teen Leadership Club

Teen Leadership Club is a group that creates and carries out new programs for the Goodyear Branch Library. The team meets from 5 to 6:30 p.m. at the library, 14455 W. Van Buren Street. Registration is required. For information, call 602-651-3507.

Tuesday

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Bingo

The American Legion Post 61 hosts bingo each Tuesday 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.

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.

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.

Tonopah Valley Community Council

Tonopah Valley Community Council will meet at 7 p.m. at the Saddle Mountain Unified District Board Room, 38201 W. Indian School Road. For information, call 623-341-5747.

Best Friends Fur-ever 5K Run and 1 Mile Walk

AZ West K9 Support Center will host a 5K race and 1-mile walk at 7:30 a.m. at Falcon Park, 15050 W. Indian School Road, Goodyear.

Registration is $10 to $25. All proceeds benefit the AZ West K9 Support Center mission to house abused, neglected and abandoned dogs. Attendees are encouraged to run with their dogs.

Book Page Pumpkins

Create a holiday centerpiece out of used books from 2 to 3 p.m. at the Litchfield Park Branch Library, 101 W. Wigwam Boulevard. Registration is required. For information, call 602-652-3000.

Blood Drive

The American Red Cross is holding a blood drive from 7:30 to 11:30 a.m. at the PebbleCreek Resort Community, 3645 Clubhouse Drive, Goodyear. Walk-ins are welcome, but appointments are available. For

information, call 1-800-733-2767.

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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.

Agua Fria Toastmasters

Visit a Toastmasters Community 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 775-250-0949.

Disciple Outreach Ministries Bible Study

Disciple Outreach Ministries, a non-denominational ministry, invites all to a Bible study at 7 p.m. each Wednesday at 10486 W. Emerald Lane, Avondale. For information, call 623-772-0144.

Song-Ercise for Toddlers and Preschoolers

Join Ms. Maria and Ms. Gabby for exercise for parents and their children from 10 to 10:45 a.m. at White Tank Branch Library, 20304 W. White Tank Mountain Road, Waddell. For information, call 602-652-3000.

Needle and Thread

The Avondale Civic Center Library at 11350 W. Civic Center Drive invites adults to bring a coffee mug and materials to join fellow crafters for needlework, knitting and crocheting at 10 a.m. For information, call 623-333-2602.

Thursday

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7th Annual Turkey Bowl

Participate in this year’s turkey bowl to benefit the Agua Fria Food and Clothing Bank. Please donate new toys and non-perishables. Check-in begins at 7 a.m. and games will take place from 8 to 11 a.m. for ages 6 and older at Friendship Park, 12325 W. McDowell Road, Avondale. Register online at onewayonlysports.com.

Goodyear Lions Club

Goodyear Lions Club is a service group that provides free eye screenings, raises funds for veterans and their families, collects hearing aides and glasses and more. The Goodyear Lions meet at 6 p.m. each fourth Thursday of the month at Haymaker, 1800 N. Litchfield Road, Goodyear. For information, call 623-455-3253.

CrossFit at Fitness in the Park

Fitness in the Park is a free workout program that will cover basic strength and bodyweight training from 6:30 to 7:30 p.m. each Thursday at the Buckeye Sundance Park, 22865 W. Lower Buckeye Road. For information, call 623-349-6350.

Walking Program

Join others for a morning walk from 7:15 to 8:15 a.m. at Buckeye Community Center, 201 E. Centre Avenue. This program is free to all Buckeye Senior Program participants. Registration is required. For information, call 623-349-6600.

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The Black Moods heading out with Aerosmith’s Joe Perry

By Christina Fuoco-Karasinski

The Black Moods have been traveling the United States, putting in their time playing their hit “Bella Donna” at radio stations and performing gigs.

And it’s paying off for the Tempe band, which is playing New Year’s Eve at the Marquee Theatre. “Bella Donna” hit the rock Top 40 chart.

“It’s crazy, right?” said singer/guitarist Josh Kennedy. “I was surprised to see it there the first week.”

On October 31, The Black Moods released the follow-up single “Bad News,” which is about stalking in the days of social media.

“It’s a modern-day stalking song about things like Facebook,” said Kennedy, who’s joined in the band by drummer Chico Diaz and bassist Jordan Hoffman. “People go to places and they check in. You can find anybody and completely stalk them because of their online presence.”

The song was written because The Black Moods’ producer, Grammy-winner Johnny K, was less than thrilled about another song the band penned.

“We played some songs we had been playing live and the fans really liked,” he said. “He said he didn’t like it, but we were so attached to the songs, as were the fans. We didn’t want to mess with that.

“We asked him to go back to his hotel room and let us come up with something else that night. We looked at each other and said, ‘Oh (crap).’ We messed around with it. The guys were jamming on a groove and whatnot. Johnny K came in and put his Johnny K on it and we had ‘Bad News.’”

Diaz agreed. “We couldn’t be prouder of the single. ‘Johnny K’ Karkazis did a beautiful job producing this track.”

The Black Moods received more good news this fall when they were asked to tour with Joe Perry, Brad Whitford and Gary Cherone. The tour kicks off November 30 in Sioux City, Iowa.

“Somebody pinch me because this does not feel like real life,” said Diaz, who grew up in Tolleson.

Kennedy hopes The Black Moods have just as much success with “Bad

News” as the band had with “Bella Donna.” The most satisfying part of having a hit song is celebrating with his family.

“We’ve had a bunch of people approach us and say, ‘We have this for you. We have that for you,’” he said.

“Then it never comes to fruition. The Top 40 is something you can’t argue with.

It’s actually for real because it’s in print. It’s amazing.

We’re very lucky.”

The Black Moods w/Analog Outlaws, Interfate, Diedre, Stereo Rex, Alien Atmosphere and Natalie Merrill 6:30 p.m.

Monday, December 31 Marquee Theatre, 730 N. Mill Avenue, Tempe $20-$40 480-829-0607, luckymanonline.com

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The Black Moods’ drummer Chico Diaz, far right, grew up in Tolleson. He is joined in the band by singer/guitarist Josh Kennedy, middle, and bassist Jordan Hoffman, left. (Photo by Jim Louvau)

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The city of Goodyear’s 12th annual Wag & Tag event will return from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. Saturday, November 17.

The yearly event, which moved to Goodyear Community Park last year, features K-9 and disobedience demonstrations, an agility course, nonprofit adoption and rescue organizations, and pet-related merchandise vendors.

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Ground Control hosting Red, White and Brew

By Connor Dziawura

Ground Control owner Tara Rassas says exposing beer drinkers to new ideas is a goal of her West Valley bar and restaurant.

“Our goal has always been education and trying to expose people to new and different ideas or just kind of expand everybody’s knowledge on craft beer,” Rassas said.

One way of furthering that mission and growing the craft beer culture in western Maricopa County is through Ground Control’s annual Red, White and Brew Craft Beer Festival. The fifth one will be held in the Litchfield Park bar and restaurant’s parking lot from 2 to 6 p.m. Saturday, November 17.

“It was just a way to kind of bring more excitement to it instead of just having beers on draft; to actually do an event centered around craft beer and give people the opportunity to try things kind of side by side and make it a fun event,” she continued.

“We do live music and we serve food outside and just try to make it a fun, lively event where people can either, if they’re brand new, learn more about craft beer, or, if they’ve been drinking craft beer, introduce them to something different.”

Among the more than 30 breweries expected to be showcased this year are 12 West, State 48, Huss and Left Hand.

Hensley Beverage Company will be there, too. But that’s just scratching the surface. Though brands aren’t exclusively regional, many will, in fact, be local.

“We have some beers that are from local, smaller breweries that are just trying to get their names out there, and then we also kind of have what we call our flagship breweries like Arizona Wilderness that everybody loves to drink and knows about but it’s just fun to have them because of the name recognition,” Rassas said.

“We really love Borderlands and a couple of the other local beers as well.

But we do get beers from breweries in California, and a lot of times they’ll send people from their own brewery out to pour and to talk and educate and build their brands.”

Though Ian Harwell, Ground Control’s self-described “beer guy,” said specific beers haven’t yet been revealed, the Red, White and Brew Craft Beer Festival will accommodate those

who have a taste for styles ranging from lagers to ambers, IPAs, stouts, sours and even mead.

“The ones that will get everyone most excited would be Arizona Wilderness, Dark Sky, Superstition Meadery, Tombstone Brewing and Wren House,” Harwell said. “Don’t get me wrong, all the breweries coming are outstanding in their own right, but the ones mentioned are all local and the best of the best of what Arizona has to offer right now.”

He calls Arizona Wilderness, Dark Sky, La Cumbre, Rowley Farmhouse Ales and Wren House some “big additions” this year.

Rassas acknowledged that Arizona Wilderness, Borderlands and Tombstone are popular, though she said beer style preferences range from person to person.

“We just try to make sure that there is something there for everybody, because we have our stout drinkers and we have our IPA drinkers and we just want to make sure that they all have something that they can enjoy,” she said.

“Light weight” tickets cost $17 and include six drink tickets and a souvenir cup, while “heavy weight” tickets cost $35 and include 15 drink tickets and a souvenir cup.

Though the brews are the prime focus, a limited menu will also be offered at the festival. Limited menu offerings, according to Harwell, will include pulled pork sliders, Buffalo chicken sliders, white cheddar macaroni and cheese, French fries and personal pizzas. The restaurant will still be open inside, too.

Once appetites are filled and thirsts quenched, guests can bear witness to live entertainment.

“The beer is obviously the main draw but the band Los Gringos will be playing the whole duration of the festival,” Harwell explained. “They are awesome and are all former Luke Air Force pilots.”

Speaking of Luke Air Force Base, proceeds from the Red, White and Brew Craft Beer Festival go the Fighter Country Foundation (FCF). This hits close to home for Rassas, who comes from a military family.

“My husband is Air Force Reserve,” she said. “He’s been in the military for 22 years and so we always love giving back to the military.”

The FCF is a nonprofit corporation, which was established in 2006, that supports “programs and services at Luke that aid, support and honor airmen and their families in need,” according to its website.

“Luke Air Force Base is right down the street from Ground Control and we obviously have a strong connection to the base and military,” Harwell said, adding, “and the people who represent Fighter Country are outstanding people.”

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Fall Demolition Derby crashes into Buckeye

By Lauren Serrato

After spending a year building his dream car with his best friend, Anthony Baldwin is gearing up for Buckeye’s Demolition Derby on November 17.

As a three-year veteran of the derby, Baldwin said he looks forward to this twice-yearly event, and has competed in the past six competitions.

“It’s not for everyone, that’s for sure.

There are only a few who will actually do it,” Baldwin said, referring to the dangerous side of the sport. “It’s more thrilling and exciting than any rollercoaster out there. I’m really looking forward to hopefully bringing home a trophy this year.”

The city of Buckeye’s 31st annual event is set for 7 to 9:30 p.m. at Buckeye Arena. Deemed as “The most fun you can have on a Saturday night,” the event consists of food and drink vendors, lawn mower racing, a kids’ foot race and demolition derby fun. The gates open at 5:30 p.m., with seating on a first-come, first-served basis.

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derby grounds, located at 802 N. First Street, and across the street at Heritage Park. Disabled parking will be available at the derby grounds. All parking is on a space-available basis.

Guests are encouraged to arrive early to ensure seating, said Myra Curtis, Buckeye’s community engagement manager.

“It is truly a popular event. We have seating for about 2,400 people and it fills very quickly,” Curtis said. “The

energy in the crowd is electric. It is amazing. People go crazy when a car hits another car.”

Families look forward to the derby, and the drivers are eager to compete.

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Goodyear gourd artist in state’s largest studio tour

By Sue Kern-Fleischer

Goodyear resident Frank Williams will exhibit and sell his original contemporary gourd sculptures during Arizona’s largest and longest-running artist studio tour, Hidden in the Hills.

A signature event of the nonprofit Sonoran Arts League, the free, self-guided tour takes place from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Friday, November 16, to Sunday, November 18, and Friday, November

23, to Sunday, November 25. Now in its 22nd year, Hidden in the Hills features 174 artists in 44 private studio locations throughout the scenic Desert Foothills communities of Cave Creek, Carefree and North Scottsdale.

This is Williams’ first year participating in the tour, and he is excited to be one of several guest artists at Studio No. 29 “The Ranch” in Cave Creek, hosted by artists Judith Durr and Roger Kull.

“I’ll be exhibiting a variety of color-

Goodyear-based Southwest Ballet Theatre opens its new season on December 13 with Tchaikovsky’s The Nutcracker at Estrella Mountain Community College’s Performing Arts Center. The four-night performance is expected to attract 800 patrons this year. This is SWBT’s fourth season performing classical ballets in the West Valley and the company is excited to continue the Nutcracker tradition.

“Each year we get bigger and better,” said Melissa Zervas Hahne, SWBT’s Artistic Director. “Our co-production agreement with EMCC and the support of our sponsors and community have allowed us to build something truly special in the West Valley. Although we are small, we hire extremely talented professional dancers and choreographers for our shows. This allows us to give our community the best performances possible and inspire our younger dancers, who come from all over the West Valley in order to have this experience.”

Daniel Baudendistel of Ballet Arizona and American Ballet Theatre, will return as choreographer and dance in the production. “He’s danced in classical ballets around the world and he preserves the classical quality of Nutcracker,” said Hahne. The show will feature a new Sugar Plum Fairy this year, Kanako Imayoshi of Ballet Arizona, five other professional dancers, and almost 60 dancers from Hahne’s ballet school.

The season continues with the Southwest Showcase in February and the full-length comic ballet Coppélia, staged in May by world-renowned prima ballerina and choreographer, Soili Arvola. This is not the first time SWBT has been able to secure the participation of Arvola; she staged Tarzan for the company in 2016.

“Tarzan was an incredible show,” said Hahne. “Tim Butterfield, Scott Morganroth, and the EMCC theater department did an amazing job designing and building our three-dimensional set, it really created the illusion that Tarzan was in his home environment.”

SWBT’s unique relationship with EMCC has benefited both parties greatly. “Its such a wonderful collaboration,” said Hahne. “Their students get experience working our backstage, building our sets, hanging our designer lighting, and learning how to stage a large dance performance. We get to tap into their department’s theater experience and utilize all of their resources.”

Opening night of Coppélia on May 9 will also be Charity Night, with ticket sales benefiting a local charity. Last season, SWBT partnered with Charity Realty AZ and raised over $1,300 for Make-A-Wish Arizona.

This season, SWBT expanded its relationship with Charity Realty AZ. “The main reason we became the current season sponsor of SWBT is because we believe that it provides a positive outlet to our youth, which are our leaders of tomorrow,” said CEO/broker Rob Conway. “Having a cultural option for our youth and residents is important to the West Valley community. We are proud to help bring these opportunities to our beloved West Valley.”

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ful masks, contemporary vases and cairns, which are a unique specialty of mine,” Williams said.

Many people often do a double-take when they realize his creations are made from gourds. The selftaught artist makes frequent trips to gourd farms in Arizona and California. He enjoys the challenge of finding and selecting a gourd with proper thickness.

“My pieces are sometimes textured to look as if they may have been fired, or smooth and sleek to look metallic,” he “Fire” by Goodyear artist Frank Williams is a gourd mask with feathers of golden pheasant red spikes. (Photo by Dave Finley said.

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“I take some artistic license when building cairns, and I recently began to incorporate various metal materials into them. I bought a welder, and it’s opening up a whole new path of creating freestanding metal sculptures as well,” he said.

He is proud of his large mask, “Oracle,” that is part of the city of Surprise’s permanent public art collection and he’s equally proud of the many purchases by private collectors.

“What a great reward to know that your work will be enjoyed long after you’re gone,” he said.

Goodyear resident Frank Williams will exhibit and sell his gourd art and mixed media sculptures during the 22nd annual Hidden in the Hills Artist Studio Tour. (Photo by Karen Williams)

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Black Bottom Lighters pairs with Pepper for new single

By Christina Fuoco-Karasinski

When Black Bottom Lighters singer Ryan Stilwell arrived at a studio collective in Redondo Beach, California, to work on the band’s latest single, he was nearly in tears.

The Waddell resident sat in the same chair as the late Sublime singer Bradley Nowell, members of Guns ‘N Roses and “any punk band you can imagine.”

“Literally, you could feel the history,” Stilwell said. “I was sitting in the same seats as them, looking at a picture of Bradley Nowell. I had a dream that I played music with him and it felt so real.”

Black Bottom Lighters were in Redondo Beach to record at Pepper’s Kona Town Recording with that band’s vocalist/bassist Bret Bollinger. The single “The Get Back” is due Thanksgiving week and the band will celebrate the release with a “pay-what-you-can” concert Wednesday, November 21, at the Rebel Lounge in Phoenix.

“Pepper has done this three times as long as we have,” Stilwell said. “It was a really good learning opportunity. We put a lot of pressure on ourselves while we were recording. I have this built-up anxiety about it. When we got to Kona Town, it was so relaxed. He put us all in the same room, instead of recording separately. The sound of the track captures more of what you would hear live.”

Bollinger was inspirational and personable, Stilwell added.

“It was like we had known each other forever,” he said. “They all made it really, really comfortable for us. He’s a vocalist who I’ve been compared to throughout the years. His melodies and tone and everything really complemented the way I would normally approach things.”

Black Bottom Lighters is Stilwell; drummer Ryan McPhatter of North Phoenix; bassist Jose Aquino of Peoria; lead guitarist Phil Keiser and rhythm guitarist Mike Proctor, both of Cave Creek; and keyboardist Kelyn Weaver of Phoenix.

“We fight like brothers and we love like brothers,” Stilwell said. “I wouldn’t change any of it.”

Stilwell has fantasized about a music career since he was young, attending his first concert (Brooks and Dunn and Shania Twain) with his family as a child in Litchfield Park.

Black Bottom Lighters lead singer Ryan Stillwell, third from left, lives in Waddell with his family. (Tammy Hodges Photography)

“It was awesome,” he said, smiling.

“The first concert that was my choice was Slightly Stoopid and G. Love. That changed my whole outlook on live music. They’re a jam band and a lot of the songs you hear on the album are completely different live. Every single night, they do something different.

“I always thought sounding like the album was the best way to sound. In our industry, it’s better to do what you feel. It makes the live aspect way more real.”

A pitcher for Millennium High School’s baseball team, Stilwell didn’t take music seriously until he gave up the sport at Eastern Arizona College.

“After baseball had come and gone, I was working a 9-to-5 and I was laid

off,” he said. “I figured I would start a band. It ended up working.”

Founded in 2010, Black Bottom Lighters gained a reputation around town for its house parties. Its fulllength debut, 2 or 2,000, is telling.

“Our first album was 2 or 2,000,” Stilwell said. “It doesn’t matter how

many people are there or what the occasion is, we’re going on that stage and put it all out there no matter who’s out there, no matter where we are.”

In 2016, it released the EP Pipe Dream, which features the track “Peace, Love & Smoke Rings” with Layzie Bone from Bone Thugs-nHarmony. Black Bottom Lighters toured the United States in support of the single and have continued to do so.

Next year, they hope to expand their reach. Now’s the time to take the music to the next step with new merchandise and revamped logos.

“We’re grown with our fanbase and it’s time to transition into the next chapter of our lives,” Stilwell said. “We’re going to continue pushing forward. We don’t hate each other and that’s awesome.”

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Heroes Honoring Heroes

Verrado Heritage Elementary School held its fourth annual Veterans Day celebration to honor those who have served the country on Friday, November 9.

The program featured musical tributes, anecdotal speakers and recognition of veterans. Major “Bear” Thomas of the Joe Foss Institute served as the event’s guest speaker, and there was also an “All American Picnic.” The celebration kicked off in the morning with a bagpipe performance from Pipe Major Sand Voris and Drum Major Bruce Voris, concluding in the afternoon with a patriotic parade featuring students from pre-K through first grade.

1. Boy Scout Troop 402 salutes the American flag; 2. Kimberly Franz, principal of Verrado Heritage, speaks to the students; 3. Tuskegee Airman Robert Ashby and his great grandson, Broyson Ashby, enjoyed an activity-filled day; 4. Pipe Major Sand Voris and Drum Major Bruce Voris welcome guests with a bagpipe performance; 5. The school choir performs; 6.

Left to right, Robert Ashby, Ashley Wells and David Tolbert are among the veterans that have relatives at the school. Ashby and Tolbert are Tuskegee Airmen; 7. Air Force veteran Ray Thomas tells the children the importance of the sacrifices made by veterans.

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Skyview senior earns millions in microscholarships

By Christina Fuoco-Karasinski

Skyview High School senior Jalen Dinkins is a young man of few words, but it’s what he does in school that really counts.

Dinkins, 17, has received more than $2 million in microscholarship offers from 126 colleges throughout the United States through Raise ME. Students are awarded money based on factors like grades, participation in sports and activities, jobs, volunteer work and standardized test scores, said Matt Weaver, who leads the Buckeye school. The largest offer, $65,000, was from Hartwick College in Oneonta, New York.

Dinkins, who is slated to graduate in December, moved to Arizona in 2014 from Redford, Michigan, living first in Glendale and then in Buckeye. He’s considering returning to his home state to study mechanical or computer engineering or information technology at

Skyview High School leader Matthew Weaver, right, is honored to have Jalen Dinkins in his school. Dinkins will graduate early, in December. (Photo courtesy Matthew Weaver)

the University of Michigan.

“I don’t like the Spartans,” he said with a laugh about U-M’s rival, Michigan State University. He is a fan of Eminem and the Carolina Panthers and

their quarterback, Cam Newton.

Dinkins’ parents, Henry Jr. and Tahesia Dinkins, are proud of their son, especially Tahesia. She graduated in the top five of her class at Redford High

School, where she was in the National Honor Society. However, she didn’t finish college.

“I’m so overjoyed about Jalen,” said Tahesia, also the mother of Kristopher and Kalen. “I received a scholarship to Wayne State University (in Detroit) and didn’t even finish. I was overwhelmed because it was such a big university.

“I think Jalen is such a stellar individual. His character is amazing. He’s a hard worker. He has a side job at Wendy’s. He’s busy but he still keeps his grades up.”

Weaver thinks just as highly about his student.

“As the school leader of Skyview High School, I could not be more proud of Jalen,” he said. “His hard work and dedication in the classroom is an inspiration for all of our students at Skyview High School. As good of a student as Jalen is, he is a better young man, and he will be successful in whatever path he chooses in life.”

Physics teacher gets a little promotional help from local business

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Scott Hogan is looking to spark a love of physics in his students.

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Whereas biology is required, physics is an elective – and one with only five sections. In comparison, other subjects like biology, environmental science and chemistry are larger. Anatomy has four sections, chemistry has seven, environmental science has 17 and biology has 21, he said.

Because he feels physics has become underrepresented, Hogan – one of

three physics teachers across the district’s five high schools, and the only one at Desert Edge – took matters into his own hands.

Last December, he began promoting his class by making his own signs. But they weren’t as eye-grabbing as he had hoped. So, he reached out to Goodyear business FASTSIGNS for support.

“I explained what I needed,” said Hogan, who at first paid for the promotional materials. “It was very up front.

I said, ‘Here’s what I need.’ And they said, ‘Here’s what it’s going to cost.’

But then they saw my dedication and eventually they did the work for free.”

In the time Hogan has been marketing his courses, he has installed posters around the school that incorporate designs ranging from “catchy” phrases to images of past class projects. Some projects he noted include a rollercoaster derby, science center field trip, egg drop, catapults and a truss bridge.

Over the time Hogan has been partnering with FASTSIGNS, he estimates the business has donated at least five to six card stock posters, five to six chloroplast posters and one large banner. In the past, the business also donated sign materials for a district lobby memorial

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With the year coming to a close soon, Hogan plans to increase promotion again. January is when the following school year’s registration process begins. “January was where I had to recruit and so now I have 100, almost 150 students,” he explained. “I’m going to have to do that same thing the next January. Yes, they will look at (the signs), but it’s only one method of promotion.”

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“All I know is I’m going to be selling physics as long as I have the energy, because it’s the greatest science subject,” he said.

In the meantime, Hogan will recognize FASTSIGNS at 5:30 p.m.

Wednesday, November 14, at a board meeting at the Agua Fria Union High School District Office. He called the business encouraging and supportive.

“My guiding message has been that physics is a vital and important subject, a foundational subject, and should not have to be marketed or ‘sold,’” he added in an email. “But out of necessity, since physics is an elective, it does require marketing and reaching out to students.”

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Connie "Princesa" Morales

Connie "Princesa" Morales, age 60 of Avondale, died October 30, 2018 at Abrazo West Campus in Goodyear.

She was born September 17, 1958, in Phoenix to Cipriano and Jennie Romero.

Connie is survived by two daughters Jennifer Montero, Sandy Espinoza; and son-in-law Samuel Espinoza; four grandsons; three granddaughters; two sister's Ruth and Kathy; brother Cipriano Jr. She was preceded in death by her parents Cipriano and Jennie, sister Micaela and brother Samuel.

Visitation was held November 5, 2018 at Avenidas funeral Chapel in Avondale. Condolences for the family can be left at brandon@avenidasfuneralchapel.com

Ryan Rodney Kent

Ryan Rodney Kent, joined the company of heavenly angels on Tuesday, October 30, 2018. He was born in Phoenix, on May 13, 1979 to parents, Susan and Rod Kent. Ryan graduated from Agua Fria High School, then attended NAU. After college he went back to the sport he loved as a youngster, swimming competition, this time as a year round coach working for West Valley YMCA. Beginning in 2003 until the time of his passing, Ryan coached age group students for the West Side Silver Fins, earning several coach of the year accolades along the way. He had the gift of getting the very best out of his swimmers and taught them valuable life lessons that will guide them throughout their lifetime.

Ryan loved his kids as if they were his own, and they loved him, too.His other interests were music, watching UFC, and football, especially his beloved Denver Broncos. His favorite down-time activities were watching the UFC events, games and jamming with his friends on their guitars late into the evening.

Ryan was preceded in death by his mom, Susan, who will be there in heaven to greet her loving son. He is survived by his father, Rod Kent (Lucy); brother, Kris Kent; and stepsisters, Andrea Velasquez and Julie McGuire (Chuck). Ryan’s love, laughter, jokes, and many memories will forever remain in our hearts. His presence at the pool will be missed by all.

There will be a celebration of life for Ryan at 4:00 pm, Saturday, November 17, 2018 at the West Valley YMCA, 2919 N Litchfield Road, Goodyear.

The family suggests that donations be made to the West Valley YMCA.Condolences for the family may be left at www.ThompsonFuneralChapel.com.

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Billy Klackle

Billy Klackle, a long time Pebble Creek resident passed away peacefully on October 7, 2018. Billy and Mary-Jo moved to the Pebble Creek community in 1997. Billy enjoyed a full life filled with family, friends and lots of golf.

Billy was blessed with an ability to make those around him sparkle.He was devoted to Mary-Jo and would charm everyone when she entertained at their home. His grandchildren loved to come to visit and hangout with Grandpa Billy!He was an exceptional golfer and had a passion for the game. There was nothing he loved better than playing a foursome with his grandchildren!

He is survived by his four sons, Mike, Scott, Kurt and Chris; daughter-in-laws, Candy, Laura, Joy and Lisa; 10 grandchildren and 14 great-grandchildren and his sister-in law Sue Jahns.

Family and friends will celebrate Billy's life with a memorial service at 2:00 pm, Saturday, November 10, 2018 at Christ Presbyterian Church, 925 North Sarival Avenue, Goodyear, Arizona. Condolences for the family may be left at www.ThompsonFuneralChapel.com.

Gary L White Gary passed away on October 19, 2018.

Is survived by his wife of 51 years Margie (Amator), his 4 children - Amber Boyd (Steve), April Scibienski (Sean), JJ Schacher (Robbie), Chris White (Jennifer Stober), his 7 grandchildren - Allyssa, Steven, Cora, Allexandrea, Jessica, Henry, Oliver, and his sister Karen Sanders. He was predeceased by his parents Wayne & Naomi, and his brother Bruce.

Gary was born July 5, 1947 in Warren, OH. His family moved to AZ when he was 2 years old and he has lived here ever since. Gary was an Army veteran who served during the Vietnam War. He returned home to start work with Arizona Public Service where he had a long and decorated career of 30+ years.

Gary was an active volunteer throughout his life as a coach for youth sports, 4H & FFA supporter, member & past President Buckeye Valley Chamber of Commerce, member of Buckeye Lions Club and Past District Governor of AZ MD21A Lions Clubs.

He loved to camp, hunt & fish in Northern Arizona.

He loved to cook & bake for his family at Sunday dinners and holiday gatherings. He loved a good joke and had several stories he shared so often we knew them by heart. He will be forever remembered in our hearts.

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Herminia Campa Cruz, age 83, of Tolleson, AZ died October 27, 2018 in Goodyear, AZ. She was born, the oldest of 14 children, April 29, 1935 in Phoenix, AZ to Anastacio and Victoria Campa.

Herminia is survived by her daughters, Myra Chavez, Lisa Cruz, Eloise Lucero, Jessica Cruz; son, Art Cruz, sisters, Jennie Rogers, Della Montaño, Rachael Acedo, Dian Rogers, Barbara Navarro, and Rosie Campa, brothers, Pete, Fred, Ben, Edward, and Joseph Campa; 15 grandchildren, and nine great-grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her parents, Anastacio and Victoria Campa, husband, Arthur G. Cruz, sister, Mary Jimenez; and brother, George Campa.

A visitation will be held from 5:00 pm – 8:00 pm with a rosary at 6:30 pm, Monday, November 5, 2018, at Christ Evangelical Lutheran Church, 918 S Litchfield Rd, Goodyear. A funeral will be held at 10:00 am, Tuesday, November 6, 2018 at St. John Vianney Catholic Church, 539 LaPasada Blvd, Goodyear. Interment will follow at 11:30 at Holy Cross Cemetery, 9925 W. Thomas Road.

Condolences for the family may be left at www.ThompsonFuneralChapel.com.

Roger Phillip Lemley

Roger Phillip Lemley Sr. age 58 of Tonopah, died October 29, 2018 in Buckeye. He was born August 10, 1960 in Pennsylvania to Robert and Elizabeth Lemley. Upon graduating from high school, Roger struck out on his own, traveling across country until his money ran out in Arizona. He began working in construction and the HVAC trade. In 1994 he began working at the Palo Verde Generating Station.

Fun and light-hearted, Roger would always find a way to make his presence known. Whether it was appearing in bold fedoras, or just expressing his opinion, you had no doubt about how he was feeling. Though he was outspoken and sometimes opinionated, he was a good listener and had the biggest heart.

He was always doing things for other people and putting their needs in place of his own.

In his later years Roger renewed his focus on his family. As a father he had high standards for his children and taught them to be independent and self-sufficient. He was their biggest cheerleader and told them every day how proud he was of them. His greatest desire was that his children and grandchildren would continue to support each other even when he was gone. He would often remind them that happiness in life was the ultimate goal. He believed that status and “stuff” would never bring true happiness. His life was a testament to that belief.

Roger is survived by his daughters, Jennifer and Sarah Lemley; son, Roger Lemley, Jr.; daughter-in-law, Elisa; son-in-law, Jacob Lund; sisters, Carla Lemley Friend, Connie Frohnhofer, and Candy Lemley Lafko; brothers, Rick, Rodney and Randy Lemley; and two grandchildren, Lydia and Wyatt.

A visitation will be at 4:30 pm followed by a funeral service at 5:30 pm, Saturday, November 3, 2018 at Thompson Funeral Chapel, 926 S. Litchfield Road, Goodyear. A Celebration of Life will be scheduled at a later date. Condolences for the family may be left at www.ThompsonFuneralChapel.com.

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Donna Jean Clisby

Donna Jean Clisby, of Litchfield Park, AZ died October 30, 2018 in Litchfield Park. She was born January 29, 1928 in Seattle, WA to Joseph and Ruth Selzer. Donna’s life was one of service to her family and community. As a young woman during WWII she volunteered as a candy striper in a Seattle hospital. She raised four daughters and served as a Girl Scout leader as well as a church youth leader. She was a lifetime member of the Community of Christ Church. An accomplished pianist, she played for her church for many years. She also taught adult church education classes. She openly shared her love and compassion as she served as a foster parent for several years to disabled children and volunteered at Dogs for the Deaf in Southern Oregon. Even when she was retired, Donna, at the age of 80, volunteered at the Goodyear Ballpark from 2008 to 2014. She received the President’s Volunteer Service Award in 2014.

Donna was the beloved wife to Keith for 49 years until his death in 2007. She and her husband Keith owned and operated the Central Point Cleaners in southern Oregon from 1972 to 1992. Together, they bred, raised and trained yellow Labrador Retrievers. They were able to take two road trips to Alaska traveling on the Yukon Highway. Donna loved being outdoors. She enjoyed bird hunting with her dad, Joe, and her husband Keith and she loved fishing with her family.

Donna is the beloved mother to, Linda (Jim) Hoff, Cathy (Jack) Aungst, Jennifer Woodward, Heather (Ron) Rayner; sister to, Richard (Myrna) Selzer; grandmother to, Jeff (Kirsten) Stansfield, Scott (Holly) Aungst, Jaclyn (Blake) Murphy, Ross Rayner; greatgrandmother to, Nick and Natalie Stansfield, Ryder and Gavin Aungst, and Nolan and Samantha Murphy.

A visitation will be held at 10:00 am followed by a funeral at 10:30 am, Saturday, November 10, 2018 at Community of Christ Church, 4224 N. 44th Street, Phoenix, 85018. A light lunch will follow the service.Graveside services will be held at 1:00 pm, November 16, 2018 at Eagle Point National Cemetery, 2763 Riley Road, Eagle Point, OR 97524.Donations in her memory may be made to: Outreach International, 112 W. 18th Street, Kansas City, MS 64108.

Condolences for the family may be left at www.ThompsonFuneralChapel.com.

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Nancy Ann Nichols Nancy Nichols, age 53, of Goodyear, AZ died October 30, 2018, in Goodyear, AZ. She was born September 9, 1965, in Deland, FL to Porter and Nancy Dempsey.

Nancy is survived by her daughter, Alyssa (Daniel) Roe; sons, Kyle (Cyemonette) Lee, Dakota, Jacob, and Preston Nichols; mother, Nancy Dempsey; sisters, Sandra (Dan) Pryor, Deborah (Lamont) Pangle, Susan (Rob) Warner, Karen (Nick) Wilkinson; and five grandchildren, Addyson, Tairen, Jenna, Parker, and Colt. She was preceded in death by her father, Porter Dempsey.

A memorial service was held on Saturday, November 3, 2018 at Lighthouse Fellowship Church. The family suggests that donations be made to Lighthouse Fellowship, 3015 N 195th Ave, Litchfield Park, AZ 85340.

Condolences for the family may be left at www.ThompsonFuneralChapel.com.

Samantha Annmarie Johnson

Samantha Annmarie Johnson, age 4 ½ months, of Goodyear, died October 31, 2018 in Goodyear. She was born June 13, 2018 in Goodyear, to Aaron and Lesley Johnson. Samantha Annmarie Johnson, you received nothing but love; you gave nothing but joy. With your bright, sparkling, blue eyes and ear to ear grins, you penetrated our hearts; and, with your calm sweetness, you penetrated our souls. We miss pattering your cheeks with kisses, and your warm, cuddly embrace. You are our Sam-jam; and, you have blessed our lives!

Samantha is survived by her parents, Aaron and Lesley Johnson; sister, Elle Johnson; grandparents, Daniel and Linda Gammon, and Randy Johnson. A funeral service will be held at 11:00 am on Saturday, November 17, 2018 at Thompson Funeral Chapel, 926 S. Litchfield Road, Goodyear, AZ 85338. Condolences for the family may be left at www.Thompson FuneralChapel.com.

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CAREGIVERS AIRES is looking for caring, capable and compassionate people! Our mission is to help people live happy, healthy & fulfilling lives.

Hiring Caregivers for In Home Care dept (HCBS) & Group Homes in the West Valley **No Exp necessary! Paid training.

Must be 21+yrs w/ good driving record & reliable transportation.

Apply at www.aires.org or visit us at 2140 W. Greenway Rd, Ste 140, Phoenix.

WEST Valley View Early Holiday Deadlines: November 22nd Edition: Deadlines on Nov 13th 5pm

November 29th Edition: Deadlines on Nov 19th 5pm

480-898-6465 class@timespublications.com

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Classifieds

West Valley View

250 N. Litchfield, #130, Goodyear, AZ 85338

623.535.VIEW (8439) Deadlines

Classifieds: Friday 1pm for Wednesday

The Place “To Find” Everything You Need

EMPLOYMENT

CAREGIVER

Female required NO EXPERIENCE needed.

P/T Private home in Buckeye.

We train 623-826-6715

GARAGE SALES/ BAZAARS Moving Sale Belfleur Queen Sofa Hide-a-bed, Qn Sofa, 6pc sectional w/recliners, BBQ, Qn green sofa, S/S Refrigwhite, beige chair, antique tables, antique gate leg table, antique bar, rollup desk, chaise lounge, executive wood desk 7x3ft & matching credenza 5ft, pictures, and much more.

661-472-4955 or 623-935-6132

Church Thrift Shop Open Thurs, Nov 15, 8:30-12:30 300 N. Old Litchfield Road, (Across from Wigwam Spa).

Clothes, Jewelry, Books, Kitchen Items, Furniture, Christmas, and More.

The Thrift Shop Will Also Be Open For Donations, Wed, Nov 14, 8:30-10:30.

Coldwater Springs HOA Community Garage Sale Saturday November 16,17 & 18 2018 8am-2pm.

Subdivisions between Aqua Fria and Avondale Blvd.

Directions from I10: Exit 131, head South on Avondale Blvd, right on Coldwater Springs blvd.

GARAGE SALES/ BAZAARS CRAFT BAZAAR

Residents of La Loma Village Retirement Community, 14154 Denny Blvd.

(NW corner Litchfield/ Camelback) in Litchfield Park.

Nov 16, 9:00am to Noon and November 17, 9-1:30am.

Cash and Check only.

Church Thrift Shop Open Thurs, Nov 15, 8:30-12:30 300 N. Old Litchfield Road, (Across from Wigwam Spa).

Clothes, Jewelry, Books, Kitchen Items, Furniture, Christmas, and More.

The Thrift Shop Will Also Be Open For Donations, Wed, Nov 14, 8:30-10:30.

HANDYMAN JOEL Cedillo- I do construction work! Concrete, Block, Stucco, Bobcat work, Haulaway, Demolition. Call for free estimates, 623-707-6072. *Not A Licensed Contractor

HANDYMAN -37 years experience. Drywall, framing, plumbing, painting, electrical, roofing and more. Stan, 602434-6057.

MISCELLANEOUS FOR SALE Household furn, table & chairs, end tables, lamps, bookcases (623)242-6778

PIANO

Spinet, great condition. Like New, just needs a lil tuning $300 (623)242-6778

Honey Do List Too Long!?

Check out the Business & Service Directory!

Call 623-535-8439

PERSONAL SERVICES U Create Art Center LLC.

500 N. Bullard Ave Ste# 28, Goodyear, AZ 85338 623-203-3621 Hour of Operation Tues-Fri Noon - 9:00 pm.

Sat 9:00 am - 9:00 pm

LAND FOR SALE WENDEN Family Liquidation- Four 40 Acre Lots Avail., $38,500 Each. Offers accepted. Owner will carry for 3 years at a low 8% interest. 305-692-3484 10 Acres Power, water, natural gas available. $79,000 556th Ave, Tonopah AZ. Owner will carry for 3 years at low 7% 602-618-1159 2 Individual Partial

Lots for Sale Rainbow Valley $60,000 Each

Already has electricity and water meter box, all in included. Lots are ready to build a home or a manufactured home.

Please contact Gloria at 602-290-7886

HOMES FOR SALE PUBLISHER's Notice: All real estate advertised herein is subject to the Federal Housing Act, which makes it illegal to advertise "any preference, limitation or discrimination because of race, color, religion, sex, handicap, familial status or national origin, or intention to make any such preference limitation or discrimination." We will not knowingly accept any advertising for real estate which is in violation of the law. All persons are hereby informed that all dwellings advertised are available on an equal opportunity basis.

HOMES FOR SALE HOUSE in Buckeye For rent, option to buy, owner lot, separate shop very large lot. $795/month please call 602-488-1349

COMMERCIAL PROPERTY OFFICE/Retail/Premium/ Affordable suites available.

722' - 2000'. Dysart/ Van Buren/ Litchfield.

602-694-3158

APTS/CONDOS FOR RENT SMOKETREE APARTMENTS

RENT IS BASED ON INCOME

Now accepting applications for 1 and 2 bedroom apartments! Large spacious floor plans, beautiful open patios or balconies, play ground, community room and professional onsite management.

Call 623- 386-5703 or stop by 902 E. Centre Ave. For an application today!

This institution is an equal opportunity provider.

HOMES FOR RENT Home For Rent 3 Bedroom, 2.5 Bath Comm Pool. Desert Lawn Front and Back Nearby Parks & Shopping $1,300/Mo. - $1,300/Dep. 119th Ave / MC85 623-535-8180

Car for Sale?

Advertise It Here!

CALL CLASSIFIEDS TODAY!

623.535.8439

ROOMS/ ROOMMATES Room for rent in private home, Furn'd B/R & private bath, for one person, non-smoker, no pets please, but must like dogs.

Looking for clean, responsible person, must be employed, utilities incl'd.

623-327-9876.

WANTED TO BUY $100-$500+ Cash for Junk Cars all "as is" autos! Good condition more $$$$. Best Prices!

Fast, free pickup.

602-391-3996

I Buy Estates!

Collections-Art-Autos Death & Divorce & Downsize Business Inventory Ranch & Farm Small or Large - Fast & Easy Call Now for Appt (10a-4p) Mr. Haig 480-234-1210 Haig3@aol.com

PUBLIC NOTICE ARTICLES OF ORGANIZATION OF LIMITED LIABILITY COMPANY. ENTITY NAME: SPECTRUM LASER DESIGNS LLC. ENTITY ID: 1893939 ENTITY TYPE: Domestic LLC .

EFFECTIVE DATE: 8/29/18 CHARACTER OF BUSINESS: Any legal purpose. MANAGEMENT STRUCTURE: MemberManaged. DURATION: Perpetual. KNOWN PLACE OF BUSINESS ADDRESS: 15845 W JACKSON ST. PRINCIPALS: Member Daniel Steven Preciado, 15845 W. Jackson St., Goodyear, AZ 85338 Published in the West Valley View/Business Nov 7, 14, 21, 2018 / 16358 Notice to Creditors: For the estate of Charles M Henry, PB2018-071175, in Maricopa County, AZ. Remit invoice to Kari Ramirez, 33105 W Sunland Ave, Tonopah, AZ 85354.

PUBLISHED: West Valley View/ Business Oct. 31, Nov 7, 14 2018 / 16090

PUBLIC NOTICE Elizabeth L Kriesman 113 Circle Dr. Manchester, NJ, 08759 908600-5021 bkriesman@aol.com Representing Self (Without a Lawyer) Case Number: PB2018-002302 SUPERIOR COURT OF ARIZONA MARICOPA COUNTY NOTICE TO CREDITORS OF INFORMAL APPOINTMENT OF PERSONAL REPRESENTATIVE AND/OR INFORMAL PROBATE OF A WILL In the Matter of the Estate of Albert J MacBeane, an Adult NOTICE IS GIVEN THAT: 1. PERSONAL REPRESENTATIVE Elizabeth L Kriesman has been appointed Personal Representative of this Estate on October 4, 2018 Address: 113 Circle Dr., Manchester NJ 08759 2. DEADLINE TO MAKE CLAIMS All persons having claims against the Estate are required to present their claims within four months after the date of the first publication of this Notice or the claims will be forever barred. 3.NOTICE OF CLAIMS: Claims must be presented by delivering or mailing a written statement of the claim to the Personal Representative at 113 Circle Dr., Manchester, NJ 08759. 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: 10/19/2018 /S/ EL Kriesman Personal Representative Elizabeth L. Kriesman PUBLISHED: West Valley View/Business Nov. 7, 14, 21, 2018 / 16208

West Valley View CLASSIFIEDS WORK! Call 623-535-8439

CLASSIFIEDS

WEST VALLEY VIEW NEWS | NOVEMBER 14, 2018

PUBLIC NOTICE Person Filing: Jill S. Johnson 22823 W Solano Dr. Buckeye AZ 85326 480-532-8904 jilljohnson5817@gmail.com SUPERIOR COURT OF ARIZONA IN MARICOPA COUNTY In the matter of Phineas James Spahr (Minor) CASE #: CV2018-013239 NOTICE OF HEARING REGARDING APPLICATION FOR CHANGE OF NAME. Court hearing Nov 27, 2018 10am.

Commissioner David Garbarino 101 W. Jefferson 8th floor, courtroom 813, Phoenix AZ 85003. Dated 10/24/2018 /s/ Jill Johnson. PUBLISHED: West Valley View Oct. 31, Nov. 7, 14, 21, 2018 / 16119

ARTICLES OF ORGANIZATION OF LIMITED LIABILITY COMPANY. ENTITY NAME: q2 Strategies LLC. ENTITY ID: 1895833 ENTITY TYPE: Domestic LLC . EFFECTIVE DATE: 9/5/18 CHARACTER OF BUSINESS: Any legal purpose.

MANAGEMENT STRUCTURE: Member-Managed. DURATION: Perpetual. KNOWN PLACE OF BUSINESS ADDRESS: 14566 W Windsor Ave, Goodyear AZ 85395 PRINCIPALS: Dena Hester 14566 W Windsor Ave., Goodyear, AZ 85395 ORGANIZERS: Legalzoom Published in the West Valley View/Business Oct 31, Nov 7, 11, 2018 / 16014

West Valley View Classifieds Make your ad stand out! Add Color!

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BUSINESS & SERVICE DIRECTORY AIR CONDITIONING

AUTO SERVICES

HANDYMAN

SELLING CARS MADE SIMPLE

One Call Can Fix It All!

Autos, RVs, Boats & Golf Carts, I Will Sell It All!

AC-HEAT-PLUMBING

FREE ESTIMATES! FREE DIAGNOSIS!

S O L D I will Sell Your Vehicle For As Little As $50!

ROC #156315, ROC #285317

OPEN 24/7/265 (623) 244-6447

• Car Wash • Photo Shoot • Online Advertisement on Multiple Websites!

• Handle Phone Calls • Negotiate the Deal • I Come to You • No Charge Until the Vehicle Sells

NELSON’S AUTO SELLING SERVICE Call Nelson at 623-235-7999

Plumbing Experts

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

FREE ESTIMATES

Family Locally Owned & Operated • 20 Years Experience www.ampmhomeservices.com

623-299-7111 Insured

*Not a Licensed Contractor

AMPM 4 SP Handy man - Sent to Art - SI

ACCOUNTING Advertising Sales Representative Full-Time Position

Times Media Group, an Arizona-grown, locally owned print and digital media company, is seeking an experienced Multimedia Advertising Sales Representative. This is an excellent opportunity for a highly motivated and experienced sales professional who is willing to offer solutions to drive company revenue.

Compensation: Competitive Base Pay Plus Commissions Benefits: 401(k), Dental, Life, Medical, Vision Responsibilities: Present and sell company products and services to new and existing customers Prospect and contact potential clients Reach agreed-upon sales targets by the deadline Set follow-up appointments to keep customers aware of latest developments Create sales material to present to customers Qualifications: Previous experience in print and digital sales Familiarity with CRM platforms Ability to build rapport with clients Strong negotiation skills Deadline and detail-oriented Compensation: Competitive Base Pay + Commission Health, Dental and Vision Benefits 401(k) Mileage Reimbursement Paid Vacations and Holidays Please send resume to suzanne@timespublications.com

AUTO SERVICES

100- $500 +

Desert Valley Palms, llc

$

OFFERING FULL ACCOUNTING & TAX SERVICES

CASH FOR JUNK CARS ~ All “As Is” Autos! ~

Cynthia (Benson) Traugott, EA

• Bookkeeping/QuickBooks • Individual & Business Tax Returns • Payroll

602-601-6002

Good Condition=More $$$

Best Prices! Fast, free pickup!

623-329-2043

www.desertvalleypalmsllc.com desertvalleypalmsllc@gmail.com

CARPET CLEANING/ REPAIR

CLEANING

COOPER’S CARPET ..

CLEANING Tile AND GROUT 623-872-8552

Carpet, Tile-Grout, & Air Duct Cleaning

30 Years Experience Owner – Operator

Commercial & Residential Housecleaning

FREE ESTIMATES

www.pnponecarecleaning.com

Call Today/Clean Today

602.550.7732

Licensed/Bonded/Insured

REMODELING

APPLIANCE SERVICES

GABRIEL’S APPLIANCE PARTS & SERVICE

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

APPLIANCE SERVICES

Appliance Repair Now If It’s Broken, We Can Fix It!

• Same Day Service • On-Site Repairs • Servicing All Major Brands • Quality Guaranteed

We Also Buy, Sell & Trade Used Appliances Working or Not

480-659-1400 Licensed & Insured

Good Morning, Hiring days went very well! We hired 30 people in total, which is excellent. I will definitely continue to use your paper for our ads.

Thank you and have a great day! :) V. Meloy, McDonald’s

WWW.YOURSONCONTRACTING.COM

(6 2 3) 5 8 2 - 4 4 7 7 LUXURY HOME REMODELS

KITCHEN & BATHS FLOORING ADDITIONS AGING IN PLACE ROOFING

Visit Our Design Studio 11203 W Nevada Ave. Youngtown, AZ LICENSED - BONDED - INSURED - ROC#223524

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WEST VALLEY BUSINESS

623.535.VIEW

GLASS SERVICES

AIR CONDITIONING

Don’t let your broken panes...

Break your bank!!!

Mention this ad: Buy One Window Replacement Get the Second -1/2 OFF* Residential • Commercial

*FREE SECOND OPINIONS *EMERGENCY SERVICE *ALL MAKES & MODELS **FREE QUOTES ON NEW EQUIPMENT** “FINANCING AVAILABLE”

Family Owned & Operated In Arizona Since 1977 www.demersglass.com

(623) 878-1180

*Equal or lesser value of materials ONLY

ROC# CR65 090690D

HANDYMAN

HANDYMAN I AM

FAMILY OWNED & OPERATED WESTSIDE BUSINESS LICENSED ROC#313262-BONDED-INSURED “World Class Service - Hometown Feel”

Minnesota Ethics in an Arizona Economy

www.airNOWac.com

Licensed, Bonded, Insured • ROC 209166

A+

623-932-1674

HOME REPAIR L.L.C.

•No Job Too Small • Free Estimates

602-931-0904

COMMERCIAL AND RESIDENTIAL CONCRETE DEMOLITION & PLACEMENT SPECIALTY CONCRETE FREE ESTIMATES

• 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

Office 623-872-7622

623-512-6194

ELECTRICAL

GARAGE DOOR/ SERVICES

ROC Lic. #K-09 149540 • Insured • References Available

ROC# 299652

FOR ALL YOUR ELECTRICAL NEEDS COMMERCIAL & RESIDENTIAL

Indoor/Outdoor Lighting Spa Circuits Panel Replacement/ Upgrade

Ceiling Fans Troubleshooting/ Inspection Repairs Remodels/Additions

623-546-7714

Family - Owned and Operated LICENSED ROC#181530 BONDED • INSURED

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

Not a licensed contractor

602-422-3648 602-422-3648

LANDSCAPING

PAINTING

Ben - 623-764-1364

VISTA VISTA

Insured & Bonded Insured & Bonded ROC#230926 ROC#230926

DEL DEL

SOL SOL LANDSCAPE LANDSCAPE

Irrigation Install & Repairs Irrigation Install Pavers& Repairs Pavers Outdoor Lighting Outdoor Lighting Arbor Care/Cleanups Arbor Care/Cleanups

vistadelsollandscape@q.com vistadelsollandscape@q.com

WHY PAY MORE? Mike 714-742-4527 Not a licensed contractor

Specializing in LARGE TREE TRIMMING Antonio or Laura 623.206.3403

LANDSCAPING

LANDSCAPING

formerly Flatiron Landscape

Same Same Owners, Owners, Same Same Great Great Service!

Service!

Custom Custom Landscaping Landscaping and and Hardscaping Hardscaping Pavers. Artificial Pavers.

Artificial Grass.

Grass. Putting Putting Greens Greens Concrete.

Retaining Concrete. Retaining Walls.

Walls.

Fireplaces.

Fireplaces. Outdoor Outdoor Kitchens.

Kitchens. Curbing.

Curbing.

Irrigation Irrigation Installation Installation and and Repairs Repairs Tree Tree and and Plant Plant Installation Installation Licensed-Bonded-Insured Licensed-Bonded-Insured ROC#202397. ROC#219652 ROC#219652 ROC#202397.

GARAGE DOOR/ SERVICES

LANDSCAPING

Avondale Garage Doors Inc.

Mike’s Lawn Service LLC

Repair • Service • Installation Family Owned & Operated

623.556.8378

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

LOW PRICES!

Bonded • Insured • Licensed AvondaleGarageDoors.com ROC#198687

623.466.3712

stonecreek-az.com stonecreek-az.com

• • • • • •

D:(623)670-0080 D:(623)670-0080 O:(623)536-8275 O:(623)536-8275

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 Not a licensed contractor

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

Credit Cards Accepted ROC Lic. #143502 & Bonded

WINTER BROS PESTS, inc.

623-972-9150 623-695-3390

Bob

FHA/VA Inspections

Bed Bugs, Bees, etc.

Basic Pest Service

FAMILY OWNED

49-75

$

Lic. / Est. 1981

PEST CONTROL

Interior & Exterior

FREE ESTIMATES

Jeff R. Saunders

602-826-3969 Credit Cards Accepted ROC Lic. #143502 & Bonded

The Bug Stops Here

100% Satisfaction Guaranteed

L&M

PEST & LANDSCAPING LLC • ALL PEST CONTROL • Fleas/ Ticks • Bed Bugs • Roaches • Weed control • All surfaces with 6 month guarantee • Residential / Commercial

Our Goal is not to be the Biggest – Just the best!

Mitch Stevens OWNER-OPERATOR A Referral Is The Best Compliment Bus

623 932 4168 Cell 623 810 6035

License #8555 mes123us@yahoo.com

No Contracts • Payment Plans

PAINTING

Free Estimates

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

MEDICAL SERVICES

“A Passion for Caring”

Mike (623) 764-1294

602-826-3969 Mobile

Arroyo Springs Landscape LLC

The most experienced and compassionate home care service in the West!

References Available

Jeff R. Saunders

Termite - Pest - Pigeon Pro’s

Free Estimates

Mobile

Interior & Exterior

FREE ESTIMATES

— 623-869-7378 —

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

• Weed Removal/Spray • One-Time Cleanup

GARAGE DOOR/ SERVICES

Fix & Replace Garage Doors & Openers

Interior & Exterior Bonded & Insured ROC #123818

Saunders Painting

www.superchargedelectric.com

Garage Doors

BRANDENBURG PAINTING

Lawn Care

• Tree Trimming

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

PEST CONTROL

Professional Handyman

BROKEN SPRINGS

Showroom & Parts Store

Jack Pacheco

PAINTING

623-225-1930 www.azbestgaragedoors.com

432 N. Litchfield Rd. Unit 300

Estimates Free Jack Pacheco

LANDSCAPING

SUPERCHARGED ELECTRIC

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

HANDYMAN

Licensed • Bonded • Insured

New Doors & Openers Sales/Service/Installations/Repairs

W We’e’re on aa ca A-CALL A-CALL callllreawawonayaylyly Saunders Painting PAINTING

HandymanIam@cox.net

GARAGE DOOR/ SERVICES

Broken Springs Replaced

PAINTING

We’re only a call away !

Over 25 Years Construction Experience

PATIOS, WALKWAYS, DRIVEWAYS, RV PARKING

PAINTING

Uriel 623-297-0114 623-297-0114 Uriel

REPAIR-SERVICE-UPGRADE

CONCRETE / MASONRY

LANDSCAPING

• 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

www.acompassionatehomecare.com

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

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$

PLUMBING

DRAIN CLEANING

Buckeye Plumbing

PLUMBING

ROOFING

HAMILTON & HAMILTON

AZ’s Best Roofing

Plumbing & Drain Cleaning

For All Plumbing Repairs

623-299-2637

• Water Treatment Specialists • Residential & Commercial • Water Heaters Sr & Military Discount • Slab Leaks

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

Licensed • Bonded • Insured ROC#216918 • 216982

www.1buckeyeplumbing.com

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

PLUMBING

PLUMBING

POOL SERVICES

with Plumbing Inspection

Senior & Military Discounts

623-386-0710

Licensed • Bonded • Insured ROC Lic #138051

MIKE MORAN PLUMBING LLC

Water Heaters from

585 Unclog Drains from $ 4400 $

includes labor

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

Senior Citizen Discount FREE Estimates • Service/Repair

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

For All Your Plumbing Needs Senior Citizen Discount 20 Years Experience Licensed • Bonded • Insured

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

“1 Call & We Do It All”

triplerpool@gmail.com

FREE Estimates Why Settle With the Rest When You Have The Best!

FALL/WINTER SPECIALS

PLUMBING

ROOFING

Accepting all major credit cards.

Licensed & Insured

Services We Offer: ● Water Heaters ● Slab Leaks ● Rooter Service ● Water Mains/ Main Valves ● Repiping

● All Fixture Repair & Installation ● Drain Cleaning ● Sewer Camera ● Bathroom Remodel

…and Much More!

% 10 OFF Labor Only

Locally & Veteran Owned

FREE SERVICE CALL

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

SENIOR DISCOUNTS •MILITARY DISCOUNTS Free Plumbing Inspection Call for details.

Some restrictions may apply.

Exp 12/31/18

623-935-9221

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

New Roofs & Reroofs

125 OFF

$

Additions Garages Patios

Kitchens Concrete Flooring

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

ROC#286561

35 Years Experience in the Valley

EstrellaCustomDesigns.com

FREE

ESTIMATES!!!!!

602-743-3175 www.almeidaroofing.com Licensed • Bonded • Insured ROC # 215758

Same Day Service

24 HR. EMERGENCY SERVICE

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!

TREE SERVICES

UPHOLSTERY

Estimate Today! Best Prices!

FREE Estimates

Tree Trimming • Removals Stump Grinding • Cleanups We Do Everything

Commercial & Residential Expert Custom Upholstery Since 1976

Irrigation Replace & Repair Leaks, Bad Valves or Just a Tune Up

DAVID’S UPHOLSTERY (623)

ROOFING 602-622-2859 623-936-5775

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

623-535-8000

602-635-0011

623-293-2648

All Types of Roofing

AZ MAD Heating & Cooling

Fully insured. We carry work insurance on all employees

FREE ESTIMATES

Almeida Roofing Inc.

AIR CONDITIONING

623-444-0056

Painting & More

Water Heater Install Call for details.

Some restrictions may apply.

Exp 12/31/18

623-522-9322

Repairs, Coatings, Walk Decks Home New Build or Renovate

ROOFING

PLUMBING

Call for details.

Some restrictions may apply.

Exp 12/31/18

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

Built Stronger to Last Longer

www.AlsPlumbingLLC.com

15% OFF Any Plumbing Repair

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

License #ROC209589

With this coupon

Honest Integrity Value

TRIPLE WE DO IT ALL!

623-293-7095 623-293-7095

(480) 452-2828 | (623) 329-5170

Total Care Plumbing LLC

Your West Valley Plumber

623-322-9100

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

AS LOW AS $45 PER ISSUE ASK US HOW!

Inc.

PLUMBING

35

872-3047

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

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

STORAGE Rainbow Storage Truck, RV & Boat Storage 4 Acres Gated • Locked

Wayne Karstetter Cell: 208-481-2000 7331 S. Rainbow Rd. Buckeye, AZ 85326

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

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LOWE$T TA X LOWE$T PRICE

Black Friday Sneak Peek !

New Ford Offers Start Wednesday , November 14 th

ALL NEW!

10,000 OFF!!

$

2018 FORD F-150 TURBO DIESEL

• Pwr Running Boards • Lariat Spt Appear Pkg • Fx4 Off Road • Navigation • Tech Pkg • Much More!

*CREW CAB 4x4 LARIAT STK# 18497

MSRP-$65,140

SNEAK PEEK PRICE $

55,140

*

2018 FORD F-150 TURBO DIESEL

• Lariat Chrome Pkg • Blind Spot Alert • Sync Connect • Fx4 Off Road • Much More!

*CREW CAB 4x4 LARIAT STK# 18566

MSRP-$59,555

SNEAK PEEK PRICE $

49,555

*

10,000 OFF!!

2018 FORD EDGE SEL

• SEL SPT Appearance Pkg • Remote Start • 19” Wheels • Navigation • Conv Pkg • Much More!

MSRP-$39,515

SNEAK PEEK PRICE $

MSRP-$35,885

8,314

#18464B Sporty, Fun, Must Have!! . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . $

2013 NISSAN ALTIMA 2.5 SV

8,914

#18423B Local Trade, Priced To Sell! . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . $

11,914

#PX8166 1 Owner, Local Trade, Must See! . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .$

12,914

#T8165 1 Owner, Only 28K Miles! Like New! . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .$

2018 CHEVY SONIC LS

12,914

#P8150 Only 5K Miles! 1 Owner, Like New! . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .$

2016 FORD FUSION SE

16,714

#T8164 1 Owner! Loaded w/ Equip, Like New! . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .$

2016 FORD FUSION HYBRID SE

16,814

#T8149 1 Owner, Nav, Leather, Moon & More! . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .$

2015 TOYOTA VENZA XLE

18,514

#P8158A Low Miles! 1 Owner, 20” Wheels, Nav, Leather & More! . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .$

2017 CHEVY IMPALA PREMIER

18,814

#P8161 Must See To Appreciate! 19” Wheels, Bose System, Leather & More! . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .$

2014 DODGE DURANGO SXT

STK# 18073

29,515

*

STK# 18104

SNEAK PEEK PRICE $

2010 TOYOTA COROLLA XRS

2014 VOLKSWAGEN PASSAT SE

$

2018 FORD F-150 SUPER CAB 4x2

• Class IV Trailer Hitch • Chrome Appear Pkg • Alum Wheels • Pwr GRP • Sync • Much More!

top 20 with lifetime 2015 KIA OPTIMA LX

8,000 OFF!!

$

18,914

#17087A Low Miles! Must See! $1,500 Below W/S Book KBB! . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .$

25,885

*

2018 FORD F-250 CREW CAB DIESEL

• EXT Running Boards • Elect Locking Axle • Blind Spot Alert • XLT Value Pkg • Rear Camera • Much More!

MSRP-$56,335

SNEAK PEEK PRICE $

STK# 18479

48,335 *

2018 FORD FORD EXPLORER FWD

• Sync w/ App Link • Alum Wheels • Rear Camera • Sirius XM • Much More!

MSRP-$33,180

SNEAK PEEK PRICE $

STK# 18124

25,180 *

powertrain included!

2016 SUBARU OUTBACK 2.5i PREMIUM

19,814

#T8163 1 Owner! Loaded w/ Equip, Hard To Find! . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . $

2015 JEEP GRAND CHEROKEE LIMITED

22,414

#18559A 4x4, Loaded w/ Equip, 1 Owner! . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . $

2015 ACURA TLX V6 ADVANCED

22,714

#P8159 Only 23K Miles! Like New! Loaded w/ Equip! . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . $

2016 FORD EXPLORER XLT

23,214

#18089A 1 Owner, Nav, 20” Wheels, Rear A/C, 3rd Row & More! . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . $

2016 FORD F-150 XL

25,614

#P8131A 4x4, 1 Owner, Lifted, Custom Wheels, Must See! . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . $

2014 FORD F-150 KING RANCH

27,814

#18562M 4x4, Crew Cab, 1 Owner, Well Equipped! . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . $

2016 FORD SUPER DUTY F-250

27,914

#17602A 4x4, Only 17K Miles, Priced To Sell! . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .$

2015 FORD SUPER DUTY F-250 XLT

28,814

#P8130A 4x4, Crew Cab, 1 Owner, Ready For Off Road! . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . $

2016 TOYOTA TUNDRA LTD

35,514

#18054A 1 Owner, Lifted, Custom Wheels, Crew Cab, 4x4, Loaded! . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . $

2017 JEEP WRANGLER UNLIMITED RUBICON

37,614

#T8148 Hard Top, 4 Door, Only 5 K Miles! Like New! . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . $

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

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