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ICE CREAM & FROZEN TREATS Cold Stone Creamery

3301 N. Litchfield Road, Goodyear 623-935-7878 10210 W. McDowell Road, Avondale 623-932-9205 coldstonecreamery.com

DELI/SANDWICH SHOP Firehouse Subs Multiple locations firehousesubs.com

Firehouse Subs makes sure guests are treated and fed well with its huge selection of sandwich choices using the best meats, cheeses and toppings it can find. Be sure to try the Firehouse meatball made with Italian meatballs, melted provolone, zesty marinara and Italian seasoning, with a dill pickle spear on the side.

For more than 30 years, Cold Stone Creamery has been dishing up tasty ice cream, cakes, smoothies and shakes using only high-quality ingredients. Guests can watch as their ice cream treat is mixed on a frozen granite stone.

Be sure to try the campfire classic made with marshmallow ice cream, graham cracker pie crust, chocolate shavings and fudge.

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Jersey Mikes

380 N. Estrella Parkway, Goodyear 623-925-2020 sandwichmasterz.com

Multiple locations jerseymikes.com

14175 W. Indian School Road, Goodyear 623-234-4988 yogurtini.com

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BAKERY/DESSERT

Nothing Bundt Cakes

BREAKFAST SPOT

13824 W. McDowell Road, Goodyear 623-547-7415 nothingbundtcakes.com

TJ’s Homestyle Restaurant

310 N. Dysart Road, Avondale 623-932-0309 facebook.com/tjshomestylerestaurantinc TJ’s Homestyle Restaurant is a casual, family-owned diner serving our readers’ favorite breakfast menu. Guests can enjoy delicious waffles, muffins and omelets. Be sure to try the farmers breakfast made with a homemade biscuit topped with three eggs scrambled with bacon, ham, sausage, tomato, onion and cheddar cheese, all covered in country gravy.

READER RECOMMENDED Crumbl Cookies

READER RECOMMENDED Haymaker Black Bear Diner

1800 N. Litchfield Road, Goodyear 623-536-9000 haymakeraz.com

Nothing Bundt Cakes has been the place to go for a sugar fix since they opened in 1997. The team bakes everything on-site in a variety of delicious flavors including Oreo cookies and cream, red velvet, chocolate chocolate chip, lemon and classic vanilla. It has 8- or 10-inch cakes available, along with smaller options like the Bundtlet and the Bundtinis by the dozen.

980 N. Dysart Road, Goodyear 623-932-2968 blackbeardiner.com

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10120 W. McDowell Road, Avondale 480-937-0396 790 N. Estrella Parkway, Goodyear 623-259-4311 crumblcookies.com

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ITALIAN FOOD

BRUNCH

Haymaker

Babbo Italian Eatery

1800 N. Litchfield Road, Goodyear 623-536-9000 haymakeraz.com

15705 W. McDowell Road, Goodyear 623-440-2117 babboitalian.com

Guests don’t have to be an early bird to get their day started right at The Haymaker restaurant. It serves breakfast, lunch and dinner all day, seven days a week. For brunch, it offers breakfast classics like omelets, waffles and French toast, as well as specialties like the Haymaker Benedict and the pulled pork skillet. It creates all the meals using quality ingredients and delicious home recipes.

Babbo Italian Eatery is all about using unique ingredients to create their bold, fresh flavors to keep customers coming back time and time again. The menu includes pasta primavera, chicken fettuccine, Parmesan chicken, and spaghetti with meatballs. Try the creamy garlic chicken made with roasted chicken, garlic sauce, mushrooms and sun-dried tomatoes, served on penne pasta.

READER RECOMMENDED Park Café Cafe 25:35

READER RECOMMENDED Oregano’s Olive Garden

44 N. Old Litchfield Road, Litchfield Park 623-535-6661 facebook.com/ParkCafeLitchfieldPark

409 Monroe Avenue, Buckeye 623-386-2535 cafe2535.net

COFFEE

15280 W. McDowell Road, Goodyear 623-760-9588 oreganos.com

15411 W. McDowell Road, Goodyear 623-536-2035 olivegarden.com

TAKEOUT

Jackrabbit Java

Pete’s Fish & Chips

Jackrabbit Java is a family-owned drive-thru coffee shop offering top-quality beverages with fast and welcoming service. It uses locally roasted coffee and local dairy products to make the delicious drinks, while pastries made by local bakeries are also available. Be sure to try the desert tortoise latte made with espresso, steamed milk, white chocolate, caramel and butter pecan.

Pete’s Fish and Chips has been satisfying hungry customers with its special recipe of fish and chips for over 70 years. Pete’s offers a large takeout menu including the famous fish and chips, as well as shrimp, crabettes, scallops, burgers, chicken nuggets, hot dogs and corn dogs. Please take notice that it only accepts cash payments.

781 N. Jackrabbit Trail, Buckeye 623-248-9296 jackrabbitjavaco.com

9309 W. Van Buren, Tolleson 623-936-3111 petesfishandchips.com

READER RECOMMENDED Enroute Coffee and Tea House Dutch Bros 15605 W. Roosevelt Street, Goodyear 623-230-3031 enroutecoffeeaz.com

Multiple locations 541-955-4700 dutchbros.com

15370 W. McDowell Road, Goodyear 623-223-1735 arribamexicangrill.com

13824 W. McDowell Road, Goodyear 623-935-4488 orderguspizzagoodyear.com

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HEALTHY FOOD

Barro’s Pizza

Wildflower

Multiple locations barrospizza.com

1380 N. Litchfield Road, Goodyear 623-935-1131 wildflowerbread.com Wildflower is committed to creating outstanding food, great service and clean restaurants. Previously known as Wildflower Bread Company, it has built an excellent reputation of quality meals since its first location in 1996. Be sure to try the avocado toast and the Southwest superfood salad.

READER RECOMMENDED Salad and Go Panera Bread

Multiple locations saladandgo.com

READER RECOMMENDED Arriba Mexican Food Gus’s NY Pizza

1452 Pebble Creek Parkway, Goodyear 623-414-4879 9995 W. McDowell Road, Avondale 623-889-6313, panerabread.com

For more than 40 years, Barro’s Pizza has been the place for excellent, delicious food delivered to your door. Mouth-watering delivery options include its famous pizza, as well as wings, salads, sandwiches and more. Be sure not to miss their daily specials. It has online and phone ordering available.

READER RECOMMENDED Arizona Pizza Company

15530 W. Roosevelt Street, Goodyear 623-235-6155 azpizzacogoodyear.com

Dino’s

1550 N. Dysart Road, Goodyear 623-535-8380 dinosgreekanditaliangrill.com

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LOCAL BURGER

Sammy’s Burgers

525 N. Estrella Parkway, Goodyear 623-932-0908 sammysburger.com Sammy’s Burgers is a relaxed, family-owned eatery serving up a scrumptious selection of burgers. Options include classic selections, as well as specialty burgers like the hatch burger made with hatch green chile, grilled onion, mayo and pepper jack cheese. It has a dine-in and carry-out menu.

FAST-FOOD BURGER

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In-N-Out Burgers

Saddle Mountain Brewing Company

1525 N. Dysart Road, Avondale 1-800-786-1000 in-n-out.com

15651 W. Roosevelt Street, Goodyear 623-249-5520 saddlemountainbrewing.com

In-N-Out creates burgers the old-fashioned way, and customers can’t get enough. The customizable, made-to-order burgers include a toasted bun, real American cheese, 100% American beef patties, freshly sliced onions, lettuce, original recipe sauce and fresh tomatoes. Do not forget the not-so-secret menu options, including the 3X3, 4X4, animal-style and protein-style burger.

READER RECOMMENDED Five Guys

1507 N. Litchfield Road, Goodyear 623-234-9022 fiveguys.com

Culver’s

Multiple locations culvers.com

Pete’s Fish and Chips

9309 W. Van Buren, Tolleson 623-936-3111 petesfishandchips.com

TACOS Tacos Calafia

9897 W. McDowell Road, Tolleson 602-935-5419 tacoscalafia.com In 2016, Tacos Calafia began as a food truck to bring authentic Tijuana street-style tacos to Arizona. Word spread and now the food truck has turned into three restaurants. The tacos at Tacos Calafia are made with the freshest ingredients, including handmade tortillas, as well as fresh salsa and guacamole made daily. Don’t miss the family pack that includes 10 tacos, two cheese quesadillas, beans, chips and two large drinks for $38.

READER RECOMMENDED Old Pueblo Café

102 N. Old Litchfield Road, Litchfield Park 623-935-5059 oldpueblocafe.com

Tacos Barbon

1188 N. Dysart Road, Goodyear 602-228-8070 tacosbarbon.com

MEXICAN FOOD While we always hold ourselves to the highest standards, it’s the feedback from you that we value most. Thank you for thinking so highly of us. We can’t wait to serve your next fresh, made to order Double-Double®, fries, and shake!

1525 N. Dysart Road Avondale

9585 W. Camelback Road Phoenix

Raul & Theresa’s Mexican Restaurant

1363 N. Litchfield Road, Goodyear 623-536-9700 raulandtheresas.com Raul & Theresa’s Mexican Restaurant is a casual eatery serving Mexican favorites since 1968. Options include appetizing breakfast, lunch and dinner selections including huevos rancheros, fajitas, tacos, enchiladas and more. Be sure to pair your meal with one of their delicious margaritas.

READER RECOMMENDED Old Pueblo Café

In-N-Out.com

©2023 In-N-Out Burgers

102 N. Old Litchfield Road, Litchfield Park 623-935-5059 oldpueblocafe.com

Macayo’s Mexican Food

1474 N. Litchfield Road, Goodyear 623-209-7000 macayo.com

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BARBECUE Eric’s Family Barbecue

12345 W. Indian School Road, Avondale 623-248-0148 ericsfamilybbq.com Eric’s Family Barbecue brings the amazing flavors of Texas-style barbecue to Arizona. It offers prime Black Angus brisket, pulled pork, pork ribs, turkey, beef ribs and chicken, as well as made-in-house sides of mac and cheese, coleslaw, beans, corn and potato salad. Be sure to try the hand-crafted desserts that are made daily.

READER RECOMMENDED Rudy’s Bar-B-Q

845 N. Litchfield Road, Goodyear 480-663-6311 rudysbbq.com

Texas Roadhouse

15255 W. McDowell Road, Goodyear 623-535-4700 texasroadhouse.com

SEAFOOD Pete’s Fish & Chips

9309 W. Van Buren, Tolleson 623-936-3111 petesfishandchips.com Pete’s Fish and Chips has been delighting customers with its special recipe of fish and chips since 1947. Pete’s tasty menu of seafood features the famous fish and chips, as well as shrimp, crabettes and scallops. Be sure to pair the meal with Pete’s special sauce that comes in 2-, 5-, 8- or 14-ounce containers. Please be mindful that only cash is accepted.

ASIAN FOOD

READER RECOMMENDED Angry Crab Red Lobster

Royal Jasmine Thai Restaurant 14970 W. Indian School Road, Goodyear 623-236-3362 royaljasmineaz.com

310 N. Litchfield Road, Goodyear 480-878-6900 angrycrabshack.com

15311 W. McDowell Road, Goodyear 623-935-9731 redlobster.com

At the Royal Jasmine Thai Restaurant, guests enjoy a welcome greeting and a delicious menu of incredible Asian meals including salads, soups, curries, stir-fry noodles, rice dishes and more. Be sure to try the $13.99 lunch specials from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. Monday to Friday.

READER RECOMMENDED PF Chang’s

14681 W. McDowell Road, Goodyear 623-536-3222 pfchangs.com

Pei Wei

1619 N. Dysart Road, Avondale 623-535-9830 peiwei.com

THE ORIGINAL FISH & CHIPS Family Owned & Operated Since 1947

Pete’s Has Been Serving Deep Fried Goodness For Over 76 Years!

SUSHI

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Ah-So

15475 W. McDowell Road, Goodyear 623-535-8900 ahsoaz.com When our readers are looking for scrumptious sushi, they choose Ah-So Sushi and Steak Restaurant time and time again. The menu offers many kinds of sushi including shrimp, crab cake, albacore, tuna and striped bass as well as a variety of rolls. Be sure to try the combination plates with sushi and sashimi.

READER RECOMMENDED Ah-Hai Sushi & Grill

831 S. Cotton Lane, Goodyear 623-932-3778 ahhaisushigrill.com

Tomo Japanese Cuisine

1550 N. Dysart Road, Goodyear 623-935-2031 tomojapanesecuisine.menu11.com

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1111 East Buckeye, Phoenix • 602.252.9341 5516 West Glendale Avenue, Glendale • 623.937.6001 2628 West Van Buren, Phoenix • 602.278.3351 9309 West Van Buren, Tolleson • 623.936.3111

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HAPPY HOUR

BLOODY MARY

Roman’s Oasis

Saddle Mountain Brewing Company

16825 W. Yuma Road, Goodyear 623-932-0922

15651 W. Roosevelt Street, Goodyear 623-249-5520 saddlemountainbrewing.com

Saddle Mountain Brewing Company is a full-production craft brewery and a delicious full-service restaurant. While it is known for its craft beers, it also serves up a tasty B-17 bloody mary made with house-infused peppered vodka, house-made bloody mix, with a charcuterie garnish and a beer chaser. Be sure to check out the wide range of scrumptious food options from the menu to go with that bloody mary.

READER RECOMMENDED Verrado Grille

4242 N. Golf Drive, Buckeye 623-388-3013 verradogolfclub.com/verrado-grille

Park Café

44 N. Old Litchfield Road, Litchfield Park 623-535-6661 facebook.com/ParkCafeLitchfieldPark

STEAKHOUSE Litchfield’s at The Wigwam Resort and Spa 300 E. Wigwam Boulevard, Litchfield Park 1-866-976-6894 wigwamarizona.com

READER RECOMMENDED 15255 W. McDowell Road, Goodyear 623-535-4700 texasroadhouse.com

READER RECOMMENDED Saddle Mountain Brewing Company 15651 W. Roosevelt Street, Goodyear 623-249-5520 saddlemountainbrewing.com

Booty’s Pizza & Wings

13375 W. McDowell Road, Goodyear 623-440-4739 1300 S. Watson Road, Buckeye 623-386-3080 bootyswings.com

PLACE TO WATCH THE GAME Buffalo Wild Wings

Litchfield’s is an exceptional steakhouse nestled inside The Wigwam Resort and Spa. Guest can choose from delicious, locally sourced menu selections including the 28-ounce cowboy ribeye, Cedar River prime ribeye and Cedar River prime filet, as well as sides like broccolini, green beans and mac and cheese. It also has a terrific selection of cocktails, mocktails, beer and wine to pair with meals.

Texas Roadhouse

Since 1986, Roman’s Oasis has entertained the masses with live music, dancing, delicious food and a full bar. Roman’s also has a do-not-miss happy hour from 3 to 7 p.m. daily with $3.50 domestic bottles, $3.50 domestic drafts, $3.75 well drinks and $1 off all liquor. Combine drinks with food specials. Please remember Roman’s Oasis is a cash-only bar.

Black Angus

13766 W. McDowell Road, Goodyear 623-535-8585 blackangus.com

13311 W. McDowell Road, Goodyear 623-935-4081 buffalowildwings.com Buffalo Wild Wings offers guests a relaxed spot to watch a game, as well as enjoy the legendary, tasty wings. With the comfortable seating, multiple screens, drinks, and the 26 sauces and seasonings, guests are sure to have a great experience. Don’t forget to join its reward program for special offers.

READER RECOMMENDED Tailgaters Sports Bar & Grill Multiple locations tgpizza.com

Augie’s Sports Grill

15605 W. Roosevelt Street, Goodyear 623-932-0001

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WINGS

BREWERY

Booty’s Pizza & Wings

13375 W. McDowell Road, Goodyear 623-440-4739 1300 S. Watson Road, Buckeye 623-386-3080 bootyswings.com

Saddle Mountain Brewing Company 15651 W. Roosevelt Street, Goodyear 623-249-5520 saddlemountainbrewing.com

Booty’s Pizza and Wings operates by a simple concept of great food, the best service and a welcoming atmosphere. It serves wings that are fresh, not frozen, with over 50 homemade sauces and dry rubs, including buffalo garlic Parmesan, honey mustard, Cajun bacon alfredo and Asian Kaiju. All wings are served with celery and a choice of ranch or bleu cheese.

Saddle Mountain Brewing Company provides a great selection of craft beers, brewed in-house, along with a variety of mouth-watering dishes. Be sure to check out their superb daily specials and exciting events. Happy hour is all day Mondays, and from 3 to 6 p.m. Tuesday to Friday.

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READER RECOMMENDED Wingstop

Multiple locations wingstop.com

Buffalo Wild Wings

13311 W. McDowell Road, Goodyear 623-935-4081 buffalowildwings.com

Transplant City Beer Company

103 W. Honeysuckle Street, Litchfield Park 623-535-3911 tcbcbeer.com

Scale & Feather Meadery 1050 N. Fairway Drive, Avondale 623-440-8931 scaleandfeather.com

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Tailgaters Sports Bar & Grill

Barro’s Pizza

Multiple locations tgpizza.com

Multiple locations barrospizza.com Barro’s Pizza has been making incredible pizzas since 1980, when the first Arizona location opened. Its pizza has a distinctive, thick and fluffy crust layered with the family secret recipe sauce, then topped with high-quality mozzarella and the customizable toppings. Try the Barro’s special with pepperoni, ham, mushroom, green pepper and onion. It also has gluten-free crust available.

READER RECOMMENDED NYPD Pizza

1619 N. Dysart Road, Avondale 623-536-6973 aznypdpizza.com

Papa Paul’s

118 N. Old Litchfield Road, Litchfield Park 623-215-6850 papa-pauls-brick-oven-pizza-pasta.business.site

Tailgaters Sports Bar & Grill is proud to be the place to go for tasty food, drinks and sports. It offers a wide menu of burgers, pastas, sandwiches, salads, pizzas, wings and nachos to enjoy while watching sports on the many TVs around the eatery. Be sure to check out their happy hour drink specials from 10:30 a.m. to 7 p.m. Monday to Friday.

READER RECOMMENDED Booty’s Pizza and Wings

13375 W. McDowell Road, Goodyear 623-440-4739 1300 S. Watson Road, Buckeye 623-386-3080 bootyswings.com

Buffalo Wild Wings

13311 W. McDowell Road, Goodyear 623-935-4081 buffalowildwings.com

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HAPPY HOUR ALL-DAY MO & 3-6P TU-FRI 15651 W. Roosevelt St. Goodyear, AZ 85338 SU-THU 11A-10P / FR & SA 11A-11P

WWW.SADDLEMOUNTAINBREWING.COM 623-249-5520

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NONPROFIT

Off The Hook Meat Shop LLC

Hope’s Closet

14960 W. Indian School Road, Goodyear 623-248-1206 offthehookmeatshop.net

Family owned and operated, Off the Hook Meat Shop offers quality, prime meats including ground beef, pork chops, chicken breasts, New York strip steaks and top sirloin steaks, as well as a wide range of seasonings and rubs. It also offers cooking classes and a knife-sharpening service the second Tuesday of every month.

READER RECOMMENDED Screws and Sparkles

343 E. Monroe Avenue, Buckeye screwsandsparkles.com

14950 W. Indian School Road, Goodyear 623-248-1771 blushandcactus.com

West Valley View • Glendale Star • Peoria Times

623-248-1206

lernerandrowegivesback.com

A Place for Hannah 623-282-2826 apfhaz.org

2023

Family owned & operated traditional Butcher Shop. Providing Meats from the greater Omaha packaging company, which has been in business since 1920.

2022

Lerner and Rowe Gives Back

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Thank You for Voting us The Best Kept Secret in the West Valley!

14960 W. Indian School Rd., Suite 380, Goodyear, AZ 85395

Operated by New Life Center, Hope’s Closet is a thrift store that supports survivors of domestic and sexual violence. Every child and adult seeking refuge at New Life Center’s emergency shelter has access to all the clothing and furnishings at Hope’s Closet free of charge. When customers shop at Hope’s Closet, proceeds are used to fund New Life Center’s shelter operations.

READER RECOMMENDED

Blush and Cactus

Old School Butcher

415 N. Litchfield Road, Goodyear 623-925-0965 newlifectr.org/hopes-closet

CHURCH/PLACE TO WORSHIP CCV

1565 N. 113th Avenue, Avondale 623-561-3600 20575 W. Indian School Road, Buckeye 623-561-3810 ccv.church CCV is a nondenominational Christian church dedicated to spreading its love of Jesus Christ. They believe that applying biblical truths to real-life issues will help strengthen relationships in parishioners’ lives. Services are held Saturday and Sunday in person and online.

READER RECOMMENDED Palm Valley Church

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431 N. Litchfield Road, Goodyear 623-536-2106 3000 S. Apache Road, Buckeye 623-536-2106 palmvalley.org

St. Thomas Aquinas Catholic Church 13720 W. Thomas Road, Avondale 623-935-2151 stacc.net

BEST OF THE WEST VALLEY • MARCH 29, 2023

fun & activities

GOLF COURSE

GAME & ENTERTAINMENT CENTER

The Wigwam

Main Event

300 E. Wigwam Boulevard, Litchfield Park 1-866-976-6894 wigwamarizona.com The Wigwam’s 18-hole championship golf courses deliver an incredible golfing experience. The three 18-hole courses are the Gold, Blue and Red courses. Nicknamed “Arizona’s Monster,” the Gold Course is the most challenging, being named one of the top golf courses in America. The Wigwam also has golf club rental sets available at the resort.

READER RECOMMENDED Founders at Verrado

Estrella Golf Club

4242 N. Golf Drive, Buckeye 623-388-3000 verradogolfclub.com

11800 S. Golf Club Drive, Goodyear 623-386-2600 estrellagolf.com

10315 W. McDowell Road, Avondale 623-936-5300 mainevent.com Main Event is an entertainment center loaded with family-friendly fun like bowling, laser tag, virtual reality, billiards and mini golf. It also has birthday and group packages for all your special event needs.

READER RECOMMENDED Wildlife World Zoo, Aquarium & Safari Park

16501 W. Northern Avenue, Litchfield Park 623-935-9453 wildlifeworld.com

THANK YOU for voting

FAMILY ENTERTAINMENT Wildlife World Zoo, Aquarium & Safari Park 16501 W. Northern Avenue, Litchfield Park 623-935-9453 wildlifeworld.com

in this year’s

BEST OF THE WEST VALLEY!

Wildlife World Zoo, Aquarium & Safari Park has Arizona’s largest collection of exotic and endangered animals, with more than 600 species, including cheetahs, hippos, meercats and others. The zoo has plenty of activities for guests like feeding a giraffe or a stingray, as well as rides and a petting zoo.

BESTOF READER RECOMMENDED Main Event

10315 W. McDowell Road, Avondale 623-936-5300 mainevent.com

Bolero Bowing

1425 N. Central Avenue, Avondale 623-932-3388 bowlero.com

Urban Air Trampoline & Adventure Park

15305 W. McDowell Road, Goodyear 623-209-8840 urbanair.com/arizona-goodyear

2023

CONGRATULATIONS TO ALL OF THE WINNERS AND READER RECOMMENDED BUSINESSES!

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business & services CUSTOMER SERVICE

Lerner and Rowe

9897 W. McDowell Road, Tolleson 602-977-1900 lernerandrowe.com Since 2005, the team at Lerner and Rowe has been delivering exceptional customer service while helping thousands of injured people get their lives back on track. The lawyers at Lerner and Rowe have over 240 years of combined litigation experience dedicated to personal injury, as explained on their website. They are available 24 hours a day, seven days a week to discuss your case with a free consultation.

READER RECOMMENDED Dutch Bros

Multiple locations dutchbros.com

Blush and Cactus

14950 W. Indian School Road, Goodyear 623-248-1771 blushandcactus.com

PLACE TO SHOP Blush and Cactus

14950 W. Indian School Road, Goodyear 623-248-1771 blushandcactus.com Blush and Cactus is a boutique store that carries all sorts of unique fashion finds. It carries dresses, tops, graphic tees, jeans, skirts, accessories and more. The storefront is open 10 a.m. to 5 p.m.

Tuesday to Friday, 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. Saturday.

READER RECOMMENDED Screws and Sparkles Fry’s

PLACE TO EXERCISE

343 E. Monroe Avenue, Buckeye screwsandsparkles.com

Planet Fitness

Multiple locations frysfood.com

Multiple locations planetfitness.com

Planet Fitness strives to create a workout environment where everyone feels accepted and respected. The friendly staff makes sure the facilities are clean and welcoming, and the certified trainers are always ready to help. Planet Fitness easily accommodates all abilities, including first-time gym users and fitness buffs.

READER RECOMMENDED EoS Fitness Lifetime Fitness

3005 N. Dysart Road, Avondale 623-547-4669 15277 W. McDowell Road, Goodyear 480-542-2747 eosfitness.com

14540 W. McDowell Road, Goodyear 623-536-9595 lifetime.life

FINANCIAL/RETIREMENT PLANNER

NEW BUSINESS

Raymond James Financial - Laura Robb

New Penny Café

735 N. 114th Avenue, Avondale 623-249-4192 The New Penny Café is a locally owned breakfast, brunch and lunch spot with tasty menu selections including wraps, salads, sandwiches and smoothie bowls. Be sure to check its Instagram page for menu updates, news and offers.

READER RECOMMENDED Blush and Cactus

14950 W. Indian School Road, Goodyear 623-248-1771 blushandcactus.com

Cantina Gueros

15375 W. McDowell Road, Goodyear 623-600-8694 cantinagueros.com

14950 W. Indian School Road, Goodyear 623-478-2368 raymondjames.com/robbwealthmanagement

Laura Robb has assisted countless clients with personalized financial strategies including estate, retirement and business planning. She works with clients to create a plan to pursue specific goals and passions in their lives, as well as considering the client’s needs, objectives and risk tolerance.

READER RECOMMENDED Edward Jones - Goodyear Skains Investments Multiple locations edwardjones.com

12881 W. Pasadena Avenue, Litchfield Park 623-925-9980

BEST OF THE WEST VALLEY • MARCH 29, 2023

Thanks for Voting us Best Place to Shop!

Tuesday- Friday 10-5pm Saturday 10-3pm

BESTOF

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Blush & Cactus Boutique is a local family owned women’s fashion boutique that specializes in size inclusive fashion, accessories and gifts. We proudly carry your favorite brands including Judy Blue & Risen Jeans in sizes 0-24W. Blush & Cactus is one of the only Consuela Handbag official retailers in the West Valley.

14950 W Indian School Road #138 Goodyear, Az 85395 (623)248-1771 • www.blushandcactus.com

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CREDIT UNION/BANK

PLACE TO WORK

Desert Financial Credit Union 13200 W. McDowell Road, Goodyear 1060 S. Watson Road, Buckeye 602-433-7000 desertfinancial.com

Avondale Elementary School District 295 W. Western Avenue, Avondale 623-772-5000 chooseaesd.org

Avondale Elementary School District is an award-winning school district that has competitive salaries and benefits, as well as many paid holidays. Positions include teachers and substitutes, as well as food service workers and bus drivers.

In 1939, Arizona educators started Desert Financial Credit Union with the belief in contributing time and money to the community and their members. Benefits for members include free checking, cash back, ATM fee waivers and free custom checks. The team at Desert Financial pride themselves on being there to help with all kinds of financial goals.

READER RECOMMENDED

READER RECOMMENDED

Buckeye Elementary School District 25555 W. Durango Street, Buckeye 623-925-3400 besd33.org

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Lerner and Rowe

9897 W. McDowell Road, Tolleson 602-977-1900 lernerandrowe.com

Navy Federal Credit Union

15420 W. McDowell Road, Goodyear 1-888-842-6328 navyfederal.org

SunWest Credit Union

650 N. Estrella Parkway, Goodyear 623-925-9710 mysunwest.com

BEST OF THE WEST VALLEY • MARCH 29, 2023

INSURANCE AGENCY/AGENT

REAL ESTATE AGENCY/AGENT

Jared Fink - State Farm Insurance

Jennifer Polansky - Realty One Group

700 N. Estrella Parkway, Goodyear 623-536-2886 goodyearazinsurance.com

2950 N. Litchfield Road, Goodyear 480-577-3918 jenniferpolansky.com

Since 2003, Jared Fink has been helping clients protect themselves with State Farm Insurance including auto, renter’s, homeowner’s and life insurance. He prides himself on getting to know clients personally, more like a friend than a customer. His whole team is licensed, which means they can provide clients the most seamless service.

READER RECOMMENDED Jacqueline Preciado Kurt Bojarski Allstate Insurance American Family Insurance

13166 W. McDowell Road, Goodyear 623-401-0111 allstate.com

700 N. Estrella Parkway, Goodyear 623-877-8700 amfam.com

Jennifer Polansky has been assisting grateful clients with their real estate needs for over 10 years.

She is proud to have a reputation of trust and thoroughness. Polansky provides many extra services for her clients including complimentary staging and professional photography. As of 2022, Polansky has sold over $125 million in real estate.

READER RECOMMENDED Chris Stark - West USA Realty 2920 N. Litchfield Road, Goodyear 623-695-3929 westusa.com

Tim Klimek - TK Luxury Group 4236 N. Verrado Way, Buckeye 623-688-4447 sellingverradohomes.com

Thank you,West Valley, for your votes!

MORTGAGE/TITLE INSURANCE Title Alliance Elite Agency 250 N. Litchfield Road, Goodyear 623-265-5760 taeliteaz.com

READER RECOMMENDED Driggs Title Agency

BESTOF

2023

BEST REAL ESTATE AGENCY/AGENT

Title Alliance Elite Agency is a full-service title insurance agency that is proud to provide outstanding service. The team here is made up of the most experienced title professionals in Arizona.

They guarantee the safety and accuracy of your closing and are dedicated to keeping you up to date and comfortable throughout the process.

1646 N. Litchfield Road, Goodyear 10750 W. McDowell Road, Avondale 602-589-5300 driggstitle.com

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DHI Title Agency

503 E. Plaza Circle, Litchfield Park 623-900-4960 dhititle.com

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ROOFER

THRIFT STORE

JBS Roofing

Goodwill

5537 N. 59th Avenue, Glendale 623-247-9252 jbsroofingaz.com For over 40 years, JBS Roofing has been a leading residential and commercial provider of roofing services in Arizona. As a full-service roofing company, it provides customers with top-quality, energy-efficient and low-maintenance roofs that save money, reduce pollution and reduce the heat island effect. It is also able to repair roofs, install attic insulation, install gutters and more.

Multiple locations 602-535-4000 goodwillaz.org Goodwill is famous for offering donated quality items at inexpensive prices. Customers can find all sorts of rare treasures including clothing, paintings, furniture, shoes and toys. It also provides employment opportunities and placement services.

READER RECOMMENDED West Side Roofing

READER RECOMMENDED

AZ’s Best Roofing

231 W. Goold Boulevard, Avondale 602-721-2583 westsideroofingllc.com

Hope’s Closet

623-522-9322 azsbestroofing.com

415 N. Litchfield Road, Goodyear 623-925-0965 newlifectr.org/hopes-closet

Society of St. Vincent de Paul 1450 N. Dysart Road, Avondale 623-248-5500 svdpusaavondale.org

The Experience You WANT & The Service You EXPECT!

Our highly trained crew members can solve all your residential roof repair, or commercial roof repair problems with a wide variety of services and products.

Give us a call for a free estimate or for questions about any home or business roofing concerns.

• Insurance Claims • Tile • Flat Roofs • Coatings

• Hail Damage • Shingles • Foam Roofs • and More!

ATTORNEY

Licensed • Bonded • Insured ROC 202491 2022

BESTOF

2023

West Valley View • Glendale Star • Peoria Times

Reader Recommended BEST ROOFER

Great reviews on Google Business

Experienced • Reliable • Family Owned and Operated

602.721.2583 • westsideroofingllc.com

Lerner and Rowe

9897 W. McDowell Road, Tolleson 602-977-1900 lernerandrowe.com

BESTOF

2022

With over 240 years of combined litigation experience and knowledge dedicated to personal injury, the team at Lerner and Rowe has ensured numerous injured clients receive the maximum compensation they deserve. The team is available 24 hours a day, seven days a week to discuss your case with a free consultation.

READER RECOMMENDED Becker Zarling & Smith Law

12725 W. Indian School Road, Avondale 623-512-4915 beckerzarlinglaw.com

Lincoln & Wenk PLLC

1616 N. Litchfield Road, Goodyear 623-748-4890 lwazlaw.com

BEST OF THE WEST VALLEY • MARCH 29, 2023

THANK YOU WE ARE GRATEFUL FOR YOUR VOTE AS

THE BEST THRIFT STORE IN THE WEST VALLEY.

DISCOVER DAILY DEALS * at your local Goodwill for additional savings!

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AUTO REPAIR

Litchfield Auto Repair

CAR DEALERSHIP

671 N. 137th Avenue, Goodyear 623-882-8700 litchfieldauto.net

Jones Ford

Since 2013, Litchfield Auto Repair has been top-rated and trusted by customers. The family-owned and -operated auto shop provides honest and straightforward repairs, as well as exceptional customer service. Services range from basic maintenance like an oil change to more difficult engine repairs. It specializes in domestic, European and Asian vehicles, including hybrid and diesel models.

READER RECOMMENDED Wilhelm Automotive

3900 Estrella Parkway, Goodyear 623-526-9496 13973 W. Indian School Road, Litchfield Park 623-526-2956 wilhelmautomotive.com

Christian Brothers Automotive Multiple locations cbac.com

24600 W. Yuma Road, Buckeye 1-877-934-0012 jonesfordbuckeye.com Jones Ford Buckeye is a warm, welcoming car dealership that helps customers find the perfect-quality vehicle at an affordable price. It has a large selection of new Ford vehicles and preowned models available, as well as competitive financing and lease plans.

READER RECOMMENDED Avondale Toyota

10005 W. Papago Freeway, Avondale 1-844-610-8941 avondaletoyota.com

Yates Buick GMC

13845 W. Test Drive, Goodyear 623-748-4821 makeitayates.com

To the thousands of readers who voted us Best of the West for 4 consecutive years...

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PLUMBING SERVICE Sunland Plumbing 623-933-4170 sunlandpc.com

Sunland Plumbing is proud to offer excellent customer service and complete customer satisfaction with every plumbing job it does. It offers a range of services including drain cleaning, burst pipe repair, toilet repair and water heater services. No job is too big or too small.

READER RECOMMENDED Cool Blew Inc.

8927 W. Bloomfield Road, Peoria 623-872-2900 coolblew.com

Buckeye Plumbing

23400 W. Galpin Road, Buckeye 623-386-0710 facebook.com/1buckeyeplumbing

432 N. Litchfield Road, Goodyear 623-693-8677 avondalegaragedoors.com

READER RECOMMENDED

Litchfield Park Pool Services

Palm Valley Garage Doors

4900 N. Litchfield Road, Litchfield Park 623-935-5121 litchfieldparkpool.com

18359 W. Montecito Avenue, Goodyear 623-232-8587 palmvalleygaragedoors.com

Litchfield Park Pool Services performs maintenance on close to 500 pools in the West Valley weekly. It also provides pool repair services, as well as a retail store stocked with all the best pool supplies. The company still maintains a family business model and continues to garner support from and build relationships with the community.

READER RECOMMENDED 623-695-9199 miraclepoolcare.com

Avondale Garage Door Inc.

Avondale Garage Doors Inc. is a family-owned and -operated business specializing in installing and repairing garage doors since 2004. With more than 18 years of service, it still has an A-plus rating with the Better Business Bureau. All new garage doors come with a 100% product service guarantee, and it offers same-day garage repair and installation service.

POOL SERVICE

Miracle Pool Care & Blasting

GARAGE DOOR SERVICE

Accent Pool Services 623-670-1498 accentpoolspa.com

THANKS

FOR VOTING US BEST GARAGE DOOR SERVICE!

BESTOF

2023

432 N. Litchfield Rd. Unit 300.

Showroom & Parts Store Bonded • Insured • Licensed AvondaleGarageDoors.com

Cool Blew Inc.

8927 W. Bloomfield Road, Peoria 623-872-2900 coolblew.com Since 2002, Cool Blew has been proving itself among the top air conditioning, heating and plumbing companies in the West Valley. The team is comprised of N.A.T.E.-certified technicians who will install or repair a thermostat, fix or clean duct work, install insulation, repair all makes and models of AC units.

READER RECOMMENDED 6555 E. Southern Avenue, Mesa 480-616-3636 semperfiheatingcooling.com

15607 W. Roosevelt Street, Goodyear 623-244-5554 johnstellagaragedoorrepair.com

Avondale Garage Doors Inc.

AIR CONDITIONER/ REPAIR SERVICE

Semper Fi Heating & Cooling

John Stella Garage Door Repair

Joe Cool Air Conditioning 623-925-2665 joecoolacaz.com

2022

BESTOF

2022

West Valley View • Glendale Star • Peoria Times

ROC#198687

623.466.3712

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Best Law Firm Best Customer Service Best Place to Work Best Nonprofit

Thousands of Five Star Reviews

PERSONAL INJURY | BANKRUPTCY | CRIMINAL & DUI DEFENSE

BEST OF THE WEST VALLEY • MARCH 29, 2023

MORE THAN JUST A LAW FIRM Here are just a few reasons why people repeatedly seek our help: • We’ve collected BILLIONS of dollars for injured people.

• Over $1 billion recovered in the last five years alone.

• With our award winning law firm, you NEVER pay out of pocket expenses.

• We don’t get paid until we win your case.

• Trial ready and available 24/7 so that you get help when you need it most.

• 11 offices in Arizona.

• Trusted by over 150,000 clients.

• A caring and empathetic staff invested in your well-being.

• Always provide straightforward and honest advice.

• Award winning nonprofit supported by our caring legal team.

One Call, That’s All!®

602-977-1900 LernerAndRowe.com/Glendale | LernerAndRoweGivesBack.com 7200 WEST BELL ROAD, SUITE #D2, GLENDALE, AZ 85308

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HAIR SALON

BARBERSHOP

Barbershop on Main in Verrado

Thairapy Salon

21029 W. Main Street, Buckeye 480-382-9442 facebook.com/barbershoponmain

14940 W. Indian School Road, Goodyear 623-433-8757 thairapysalonaz.com

The Barber Shop on Main provides expert haircuts and old-fashioned straight-razor shaves. The team offers incredible service while maintaining current trends. The adult haircut option includes a haircut styled to perfection and finished with hot lather, then a straight-razor shave on the edges around the neck.

Thairapy salon is a full-service salon that provides professional beauty services, including haircuts, color, extensions and blow outs, as well as lash extensions, permanent makeup and facials. The team at Thairapy has several years of experience in hair care and is dedicated to outstanding service.

READER RECOMMENDED

READER RECOMMENDED

J’s Barbershop

Gentleman’s Chambers

14270 W. Indian School Road, Goodyear 623-935-6136

2403 Pebble Creek Parkway, Goodyear 623-536-2127 gentlemenchambersbarberparlor.com

Society West Salon

106 W. Wigwam Boulevard, Litchfield Park 623-536-8113 vagaro.com/societywestsalon

Salon VIP

1550 N. Dysart Road, Goodyear 623-935-4550

Barbershop on Main in Verrado

THANK YOU, WEST VALLEY, FOR VOTING US BEST BARBER SHOP! BESTOF

2023

2022

West Valley View • Glendale Star • Peoria Times

BESTOF

2022

NAIL SALON Q Nail Bar

560 N. Estrella Parkway, Goodyear 623-932-1803 qnailbargoodyear.com The team at Q Nail Bar prides itself on providing exceptional nail care for those in the West Valley. Services include artificial nails, dipping powders, liquid gels and manicures, as well as waxing services. Try the invigorating spa pedicure that includes an essential oil foot soak, pedicure, citrus sugar scrub, callus eliminator, massage and paraffin wax.

READER RECOMMENDED Nail Room

1468 N. Litchfield Road, Goodyear 623-535-8252 thenailroomgy.com

Glamor Nails

4830 N. Litchfield Road, Litchfield Park 623-536-3330 facebook.com/GlamorNails4830

BEST OF THE WEST VALLEY • MARCH 29, 2023

April 22nd

5 Year

Anniversary Pop Up Shops Permanent Jewelry Raffles & Giveaways

BESTOF

2022

Thank you West Valley for voting us Best Hair Salon!

For the second year in a row!

We love you too West Valley!

BESTOF

2023

Best Hair Salon

2022

West Valley View • Glendale Star • Peoria Times

Thairapy salon is a full service salon featuring color, cut, and styling specialists as well as highly educated estheticians. Thairapy was founded in 2018, and is home to professionals who have devoted many years to their craft.

14940 W Indian School Road, Suite # 480 Goodyear, AZ 85395

(623) 433-8757 | thairapysalonaz.com info@thairapysalon.com

Monday-Friday 9a–7p Saturday 9a–5p Sunday CLOSED

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SENIOR LIVING

La Loma Village

14154 S. Denny Boulevard, Litchfield Park 623-537-7540 sunhealthcommunities.org La Loma Village delivers a comfortable and carefree lifestyle community for its senior living residents. Independent living services are available along with care for individuals who need more assistance with daily activities. La Loma Village includes luxurious residences and amenities with beautifully landscaped walking paths and desert mountain views.

READER RECOMMENDED

PEST CONTROL

Estrella Estates

GO Pest

14930 W. Wigwam Boulevard, Goodyear 623-535-9195 seniorlivinginstyle.com/estrella-estates

623-680-3931 gopestllc.com Since 2005, GO Pest has been taking care of clients’ pest control needs, including termites, scorpions, ants, black widows and pigeons. Founded by Gilbert Ochoa, GO Pest is focused on providing exceptional service to the Valley for years to come.

READER RECOMMENDED Tride and True Pest and Termite Control 10404 W. Coggins Drive, Sun City 602-710-1371 trideandtruepestcontrol.com

Estrella Mountain Pest Control 623-239-0721 goodyearpestcontrolservices.com

Valley Wide Pest Control Thank you for voting for us

BESTOF

2023

• Quality Service • Personalized Schedule • Professional Gilbert Ochoa info@gopestllc.com

623-680-3931

Legacy House of Avondale 2635 N. Dysart Road, Avondale 623-478-3800 legacyavondale.com

SENIOR HOME CARE Home Instead - Goodyear 250 N. Litchfield Road, Goodyear 623-777-3637 homeinstead.com

Home Instead Senior Care takes pride in making sure aging adults remain safe and well at home. It is its mission to provide a care plan personalized to your family’s needs to bring comfort, connection and quality of life in the place that they love the most, their home. Services it provides include Alzheimer’s care, hospice care and meal prep.

READER RECOMMENDED Visiting Angels - Avondale

12725 W. Indian School Road, Avondale 623-266-9304 visitingangels.com

Right at Home

13851 W. La Mar Boulevard, Goodyear 623-547-0700 rightathome.net

HOME SERVICES West Valley Garage Cabinets 13365 W. Foxfire Drive, Surprise 623-455-9612 wvcabinets.com

Family owned and operated, West Valley Garage Cabinets has 25 years of garage cabinet experience. It services all of Arizona, and in-home estimates are always free. Customers can see the many options in person at their showroom, and design experts are on hand to help with the perfect choices for you.

READER RECOMMENDED Cool Blew Inc.

8927 W. Bloomfield Road, Peoria 623-872-2900 coolblew.com

Buckeye Plumbing

23400 W. Galpin Road, Buckeye 623-386-0710 facebook.com/1buckeyeplumbing

BEST OF THE WEST VALLEY • MARCH 29, 2023

WITH YOU IN MIND

Thank you for voting La Loma Village as Best Senior Living

Discover the ultimate retirement lifestyle at La Loma Village. Our vibrant community offers a range of senior living options, from independent living to assisted living and skilled nursing care, to meet your unique needs.

With resort-style amenities, incredible dining options, and a calendar full of social activities, you’ll have everything you need to live your best life.

Plus, with our Life Care program options, you can enjoy peace of mind knowing that your healthcare needs will be taken care of for life.

Come experience La Loma Village! Schedule a tour today.

Call (623) 294-2355 or visit SunHealthCommunities.org/LaLomaVillage

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HOMEBUILDER

SOLAR

Fulton Homes

TREE NURSERY

Cool Blew Solar

9140 S. Kyrene Road, Tempe 480-753-6789 fultonhomes.com Fulton Homes has been building fantastic homes in Arizona for over 40 years with the motto, “You’re proud to own, we’re proud to build.” During the entire homebuilding process, the team at Fulton Homes assists customers to select the perfect home options including floor plans, customizations and energy-efficient possibilities, as well as financing.

READER RECOMMENDED Sparrow Living - Mera Goodyear

8927 W. Bloomfield Road, Peoria 623-234-2836 coolblewsolar.com

Moon Valley Nursery

Cool Blew is a SunPower solar panel-authorized dealer with experts who can quickly assess your needs and personally find the best solar installation deals for you. SunPower is on the forefront of innovation, design and production of solar equipment, so customers can be confident they will have high-quality products on their homes.

READER RECOMMENDED

1375 N. 145th Avenue, Goodyear 623-400-1350 7460 N. Zanjero Boulevard, Glendale 623-400-1520 sparrowliving.com

Argent Solar

671 N. 137th Avenue, Goodyear 1-877-959-3479 argentsolar.com

Imagine Solar

Taylor Morrison

15655 W. Roosevelt Street, Goodyear 623-256-5457 imaginesolaraz.com

4900 N. Scottsdale Road, Scottsdale 480-346-1738 taylormorrison.com

Funeral Chapel

11320 W. Indian School Road, Avondale 623-242-0370 moonvalleynurseries.com Moon Valley Nursery has everything homeowners need to make their yards come alive, including trees, palms and shrubs for any size landscape. The team delivers and will personally plant everything in its inventory. It also offers free landscape design.

READER RECOMMENDED Jackrabbit Nursery 4421 S. Jackrabbit Trail, Buckeye 623-386-4700 jackrabbitnurseryaz.com

Elgin Nursery

8606 W. McDowell Road, Phoenix 623-936-1100 elginnursery.com

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SPRING HAS SPRUNG—DON’T MISS THE BEST TIME TO PLANT!

50% OFF PLUS FREE PLANTING!

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*Free planting offer valid on specimen trees and larger. Blue select trees are excluded from all offers. See store for complete details.

BUY ANY 6 TREES & GET 1 FREE!** **Buy 6 offer not valid on previous offers or package deals. Cannot be combined with any other offers. Free tree is based off the lowest price tree purchased. Blue select trees are excluded from all offers.

Free tree offer is subject to change at any time. See store for complete details.

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subject MON-SAT 7:30-6 • SUN 9-5 Hours to change.

NORTH RANCH

East side of Tatum, South of Union Hills

On 7th Street just North of Thunderbird

1828 N. 52nd St. 202

MESA

101

Phoenix Sky Harbor International Airport

Two blocks North of E.TEMPE McDowell Rd.

Mountain View High School

2653 E. McKellips Rd. THE GROVES

Just West of Lindsay Rd.

202

W. Germann Rd.

ARDEN PARK

87

Tumblewe Tumbleweed Park

IRONWOOD EAGLE GLEN

Chandler Municipal Airport

W. Queen Creek Rd.

1875 S. Arizona Ave.

Arizona Ave. & Germann Rd.

CAMINO á LAGO

CITRUS GARDEN ESTATES

Surprise Spring Training Feilds

Deer Valley Rd.

HEIGHTS

WEST POINT TOWNE CENTER

NORTH PHOENIX 14225 N. 7TH ST. PHOENIX, AZ 85022

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CENTRAL PHOENIX 1828 N 52ND ST. PHOENIX, AZ 85008

MESA/GILBERT

2653 E. MCKELLIPS RD. MESA, AZ 85213

Greeway Rd.

Cottonwood St.

FOX HILL RUN

107th Ave.

101

MORLEN MEADOW MEADOWS

Indian School Rd.

Indian School Rd. Valley Golf Center

Westview High School

GARDEN LAKES

TERRACITA

VILLA DE PAZ

Cooper King Elementa Elementary School

RIO CROSSING

BELLA MIRAGE

60

At corner of Dysart Rd. & Grand Ave.

1875 S. ARIZONA AVE. CHANDLER, AZ 85286

Camelback Rd.

CAMELBACK RANCH

13040 W. Cottonwood St.

*Free planting offer valid for specimen trees and larger. Crane and equipment included up to 60’ reach. Not valid with any other offers. Some restrictions apply. Excludes packages and wholesale prices. 50% off discount is from original box price. Unless noted, ad is valid 10 days from issue date and all offers are for in stock items. Package pricing is based on CHANDLER/QUEEN CREEK Red Select Trees, unless noted. Pricing applies to the locations listed. Other areas may vary. See store for complete details. ROC 140536 SCOTTSDALE

18047 N. TATUM BLVD. SCOTTSDALE, AZ 85032

Camelback Ranch

Camelback Rd.

Agua Fria River

Nash St.

Surprise Marketplace

HILLCREST RANCH

Two blocks West ofFLETCHER 83rd Ave.

CAMINO á LAGO SOUTH

Surprise Community Center

Mountain Ridge High School

DEER VALLEY ESTATES

8550 W. Pinnacle Peak Rd. Deer Valley Rd.

623.242.1735

Bell Rd.

Maryland Ave.

SURPRISE

PEORIA

Pinnacle Peak Rd.

Litchfeild Rd.

83rd Ave.

91st Ave. Campbell’s

Pinnacle Peak Rd.

wy.

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COMANCHE RANCH

NORTHPOINTE COMMONS E. Brown Rd.

PLEASANT VIEW ESTATES

Chandler 202 Auto Mall

Bell Rd.

EAGLE CANYON

Agua Fria River

Garden Lakes Elementary School

107th Ave.

87

Papago Park

143

SPYGLASS ESTATE

IRONWOOD

ALLEN RANCH

91st Ave.

E McDowell Rd.

E McDowell Rd.

202

E. McKellips Rd.

202

Falcon Feild Airport

LAS CASITAS DEL SUR

W. Pecos Rd.

AVONDALE / WEST VALLEY

LIZARD ACRES

60

SUN VILLAGE RESORT

ESTATES AT HAPPY VALLEY

nt Prk

E McDowell Rd.

51

E. McKellips Rd.

CITRUS

CHANDLER

Chandler Regional Medical Center

W. Happy Valley Rd.

83rd Ave.

14225 N. 7th St.

PHOENIX

LEHI COMMUNITY IMPROVEMENT

PUEBLO SANTA FE

623.242.5993

TERRAMAR

Peoria Sunrise Mtn. Preserve

Lake Pleasant Crossing Shopping Center

asa

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POINTE GOLF CLUB ON LOOKOUT MTN.

The Boeing Company

E. McDowell Rd.

SURPRISE / SUN CITIES

623.242.1019

87

Chandler High School

N. Lak e Ple

Thunderbird Rd Rd.

202

101

Thomas Rd.

Costco

PHOENIX

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SCOTTSDALE

ARROWHEAD MEADOWS

SUN CITY

PEORIA / ARROWHEAD

480.648.0913

101

izona Ave. Arizona

Thomas Rd.

Phoenix Mountains Preserve

N. Gilbert Rd.

ARCADIA

N 44th St.

Cave Creek Rd.

7th St. 7th St.

CAMELBACK EAST VILLAGE

CHANDLER / QUEEN CREEK

Alma School Rd.

18047 N. Tatum Blvd.

SHADOW MTN. Hearn Rd.

MOON MTN GARDENS

Fairmont Scottsdale Princess

51

SUGARLOAF FOOTHILLS

202

N. Val Vista Rd.

17

Bell Rd.

Phoenix Mountains Preserve

480.648.0506 N. Lindsay Rd.

SCOTTSDALE OAKHURST

LOOKOUT MTN.

480.660.8453

N. Gilbert Rd.

Bell Rd.

SUMMIT RIDGE

MOON MTN. ESTATES

MOON MTN. VISTAS

MESA / GILBERT

N. Lindsay Rd.

PARADISE VILLA

Scottsdale Rd.

Paradise Valley Golf Course

51

56th St.

Thunderbird High School

Tatum m Blvd.

32nd St. Bell Rd.

Cave Creek Golf Course

KAY ACRES

N. Galvin Blvd.

PARADISE ACRES

Union Hills Dr.

101 Mayo Clinic

MOON VALLEY CANYON

7th St.

Union Hills Dr.

PEPPER RIDGE

DESERT RIDGE SOUTH

Reach 11 Rec Area

51

Coral Gables Dr.

ARCADIA / TEMPE

NORTHERN HILLS

602.904.7928 Turf Paradise Marketplace

NORTHGATE

Musical Instrument Museum

UTOPIA ESTATES

51

Bell Rd.

Bell Rd.

Greenway Pkwy.

GRAYHAWK

N. 52nd St.

Bell Rd.

480.374.395517

CANYON CREEK VILLAGE

Chino Bandido

PHOENIX / CENTRAL

DESERT RIDGE

101

N 44th St.

SCOTTSDALE / NE

7th Ave.

WILDCAT RIDGE

Garden Lakes Pkwy..

Trip charge applies to all delivery orders. See store for complete details.

101

Dysart Rd.

RARE & EXOTIC PALMS

MOON VALLEY NUTRIENTS ONLY MIX OR MATCH!

Dysart Rd.

GIANT SHADE TREES

BUY 4, GET 1

BUY 6

AVONDALE

101

GLENARM FARMS

11320 W. Indian School Rd. 113th Ave. & Indian School

INDIAN SCHOOL

11320 W. INDIAN SCHOOL RD. AVONDALE, AZ 85037

PEORIA

8550 W. PINNACLE PEAK RD. PEORIA, AZ 85383

SURPRISE/SUN CITIES

13040 W COTTONWOOD ST. SURPRISE, AZ 85378

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HOME FURNISHINGS Home Goods

1855 Pebble Creek Parkway, Goodyear 623-536-6852 homegoods.com Home Goods has an ever-changing inventory of top brands and home fashions from around the world at discounted prices. Customers enjoy the selection including kitchen and gourmet cookware, accent furniture, lighting, rugs, decorative accessories and pillows, wall art, bedding and bath, kids décor and toys, storage, pet and seasonal décor.

JEWELRY STORE Osborne Jewelers

READER RECOMMENDED

15350 W. McDowell Road, Goodyear 623-925-1815 osbornejewelersinc.com

Ashley’s

Started by Ken and Joanne Osbourne over 25 years ago, Osborne Jewelers carries a large inventory of high-end jewelry including Frederic Duclos, Royal Jewelry, LeVian, Pandora, Diadori, Galatea Pearls and more. Several one-of-a-kind items are available, and a watch technician is on staff.

Osborne Jewelers is built on integrity and will always be dedicated to offering fair and long-lasting jewelry services.

READER RECOMMENDED Litchfield Fine Jewelers

5115 N. Dysart Road, Litchfield Park 623-440-5480

Goodyear Gold Buying

15655 W. Roosevelt Street, Goodyear 480-399-4919 goodyeargoldbuying.com

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1479 N. Dysart Road, Avondale 623-931-4663 ashleyfurniture.com

Lina Home Furnishings

1487 N. Dysart Road, Avondale 623-882-9232 linafurnishings.com

PET SERVICES

Petz Place

890 N. Estrella Parkway, Goodyear 623-344-0500 petzplace.com For more than 10 years, Petz Place has been serving the West Valley as a trustworthy local neighborhood pet store. Grooming services are available seven days a week, as well as specialty pet food brands like Fromm, Primal, ACANA and NutriSource. It also offers a drive-thru for fast order pickup.

READER RECOMMENDED See Spot Clean

105 N. Litchfield Road, Goodyear 623-882-9595 seespotclean.com

Pet Planet

13760 W. Camelback Road, Litchfield Park 623-322-9903 shoppetplanet.com

VETERINARIAN/HOSPITAL Goodyear Animal Hospital & Grooming 380 N. Estrella Parkway, Goodyear 623-882-9000 goodyearah.com

Goodyear Animal Hospital & Grooming is proud to provide outstanding service and the best comprehensive care for pet patients. The veterinarian team provides loving care and treatment for the duration of your pet’s life including routine wellness, dental, medical, surgical and spay and neuter services.

(623)925-1815 (62 6 3)92 62 9 5-1815 92 15350 W. W McDowell McDow owe ow well Rd. R . Goodyear, Rd G ody Go dye dy year, r Az r, A 85395

READER RECOMMENDED Legacy Animal Hospital

15605 W. Roosevelt Street, Goodyear 623-505-3100 legacyanimalhospitalgoodyear.com

Sarival Animal Hospital

960 S. Sarival Avenue, Goodyear 623-234-2243 sarivalah.com

BEST OF THE WEST VALLEY • MARCH 29, 2023

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MICROWAVE • Adjustable Gallon Door Bins • 1.7 cu. ft. Capacity • LED Interior Lighting • 1,000 Watts • Exterior Ice and Water Dispenser with EveryDrop™ Water Filtration • 220 CFM Venting System • Hidden Hinges • Electronic Temperature Controls • 2 Stage Cooking • Quick Touch Settings WRS315SDHM

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the promotional balance is not paid in full by the end for the promotional period or, to the extent permitted by law, if you make a late payment, interest will NO be imposed from the date of purchase at the APR noted above. This APR is as of 2/26/22 and will vary with the market based on the Prime Rate. Your card INTEREST** agreement, the terms of the offer and applicable law govern this transaction including increasing APRs and fees and terminating the promotional period.

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medical

URGENT CARE Banner

11685 W. Van Buren Street, Avondale 623-465-6420 16430 W. Yuma Road, Goodyear 623-465-6405 urgentcare.bannerhealth.com

THERAPY/COUNSELING Imagine Therapy

250 N. Litchfield Road, Goodyear 623-337-2275 imaginetherapyaz.com The trained professionals at Imagine Therapy offer care for multiple mental health disorders, while providing a safe, neutral ground for individuals and families, as explained on its website. It offers effective outpatient, individualized and therapeutic care for depression, anxiety, trauma, PTSD and addiction.

READER RECOMMENDED Desert Sage Counseling

2620 N. 140th Avenue, Goodyear 623-536-7956 desertsagehealthaz.com

Estrella Counseling Services 250 N. Litchfield Road, Goodyear 623-925-8420 estrellacounseling.com

Banner Urgent Care offers a selection of health and medical services for patients who need to see a health care provider right away. It provides crucial care for sinus infections, bronchial infections, strep throat, insect bites and urinary tract infections, as well as treatments for ligament sprains, strains, wounds and other injuries. Services also involve vaccinations, X-rays, sports physicals and diagnostic tests.

READER RECOMMENDED NextCare Urgent Care

13075 W. McDowell Road, Avondale 623-547-0522 17688 W. Elliot Road, Goodyear 623-889-6823 nextcare.com

Alliance Urgent Care Multiple locations allianceurgentcare.com

Imagine a safe place to heal, I.T.’s here for you.

MEDICAL SPECIALIST

We want to personally thank the community and Times Media for the support that makes us the number one Therapy/Counseling Practice in the West Valley.

We know personally and professionally how hard it can be to begin a healing journey; how difficult it is to reach out and start. At Imagine Therapy we are a safe place people can connect and begin to heal their trauma, reflect, and grow.

We accept all commercial insurance and some medicaid programs.

If we cannot serve you, let us help you locate Best Therapy/Counseling the place that can.

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2023

250 N Litchfield Rd, Ste 201 Goodyear, AZ 85338 • (623) 337-2275

City of Hope (Formerly Cancer Treatment Centers of America) 14200 W. Celebrate Life Way, Goodyear 623-745-9632 cancercenter.com

Cancer Treatment Centers of America is now City of Hope. It brings added cancer expertise, more state-of-the-art treatments, and in-depth groundbreaking research. The Arizona oncology team is available 24 hours a day, every day of the year to listen, answer questions and make sure patients receive a proper treatment path.

READER RECOMMENDED Phoenix Heart

140 N. Litchfield Road, Goodyear 10320 W. McDowell Road, Avondale 602-298-7777 phoenixheart.com

Regency Specialties Multiple locations regencyspecialties.com

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ORTHODONTICS

Hilgers Orthodontics

1646 N. Litchfield Road, Goodyear 623-935-3908 17750 W. Elliot Road, Goodyear 623-243-9884 hilgersorthodontics.com

DENTIST

Gentle Family Dentistry - Dr. Clausen, Dr. Morejon 13055 W. McDowell Road, Avondale 623-848-0100 charlesclausendds.com

Dr. Michael Hilgers and his team have been serving the West Valley with excellent orthodontic care for 15 years. They deliver the highest-quality orthodontic care by using the most innovative technology, advanced procedures and modern equipment. They make certain that every patient receives a healthy and happy smile that will last a lifetime.

Gentle Family Dentistry has 25 years of experience providing expert dental services in the West Valley including emergency dental care, braces, root canals, gum restoration and sleep apnea treatments. The team at Gentle Family Dentistry is proud to provide dental care in the gentlest manner possible.

READER RECOMMENDED

READER RECOMMENDED Gentle Dental Palm Valley

1468 N. Litchfield Road, Goodyear 480-564-4961 interdent.com/gentle-dental

Palm Valley Pediatric Dentistry 14555 W. Indian School Road, Goodyear 20755 W. McDowell Road, Buckeye 623-535-7873 pvpd.com

Goodyear Smiles and Orthodontics 781 S. Cotton Lane, Goodyear 623-882-3636 goodyearsmiles.com

Olson Orthodontics

13575 W. Indian School Road, Litchfield Park 623-536-7004 4252 N. Verrado Way, Buckeye 623-536-7004 olsonortho.com

LET YOUR SMILE SHINE! Providing energetic and fun-loving but always professional service to each patient with state of the art technology and years of experience!

CALL TODAY TO SCHEDULE YOUR NEXT APPOINTMENT! CONTRACTED WITH MOST INSURANCE COMPANIES!

BESTOF

2022 2022

Dr. Kelly Hilgers Pediatric Dentist

West Valley View • Glendale Star • Peoria Times

BESTOF

2023

Dr. Michael Hilgers Orthodontist

THANK YOU TO THE COMMUNITY FOR VOTING FOR US What Our Patients Have To Say: Staff is super friendly. I had never been to a dentist where the assistants stay with the kids until doctor comes by. I thought that was very important.

Also, the attention the kids get was WOW!! Awesome dental office will definitely recommend. - Eva V My 3 kids have gone to Hilgers with great success. I even decided to get my adult braces done there. Service and staff are great and they understand how to work with the insurance without issue. The last youngling just finished. Thanks Dr. Hilgers and staff!! - Brian Smith

HILGERS PEDIATRIC DENTISTRY PALM VALLEY OFFICE

ESTRELLA MOUNTAIN RANCH

623-536-0079

623-594-0841

14425 W. McDowell Rd., Ste. F-102 Goodyear, AZ 85395

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HILGERS ORTHODONTICS PALM VALLEY OFFICE

ESTRELLA MOUNTAIN RANCH

623-935-3908

623-243-9884

1646 N. Litchfield Rd. Ste. 210 Goodyear, AZ 85395

17750 W. Elliot Rd., Ste. 115 Goodyear, AZ 85338

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THANK YOU for voting in this year’s BEST OF THE WEST VALLEY!

CHIROPRACTOR

Chiropractic Solutions

1616 N. Litchfield Road, Goodyear 623-535-8661 chiropracticsolutionsaz.com Dr. Michael A. Davis at Chiropractic Solutions has a goal to help restore your body’s proper physiological function, vitality and natural balance. The most comprehensive care is offered, along with the most current rehabilitative therapies. Davis specializes in helping patients live pain free by finding and treating the cause of the pain, including lower and upper back pain.

READER RECOMMENDED Peters Wellness Chiropractic and Massage 616 N. Litchfield Road, Goodyear 623-935-0911 peterswellness.com

Healing Chiropractic Hands 600 N. Bullard Avenue, Goodyear 623-866-3995 healingchirohands.com

PEDIATRIC DENTISTRY

Hilgers Pediatric Dentistry 14425 W. McDowell Road, Goodyear 623-536-0079 17750 W. Eliot Road, Goodyear 623-594-0841, hilgerspedo.com

The friendly team at Hilgers Pediatric Dentistry is proud to offer patients a comfortable experience with the most state-of-the-art technology available. Board-certified, Dr. Kelly Hilgers makes sure children have an enjoyable and fearless visit at the dentist. The beautiful office includes a shipwrecked island theme, movie theater, arcade, and televisions over each treatment chair.

READER RECOMMENDED Palm Valley Pediatric Dentistry 14555 W. Indian School Road, Goodyear 20755 W. McDowell Road, Buckeye 623-535-7873 pvpd.com

BESTOF

2023

CONGRATULATIONS TO ALL OF THE WINNERS AND READER RECOMMENDED BUSINESSES!

See the Digital Edition at westvalleyview.com

Every Kids Dentist

675 S. Watson Road, Buckeye 623-386-5430 ekdbuckeye.com

HOSPITAL/MEDICAL CENTER Banner Estrella

9201 W. Thomas Road, Phoenix 623-327-4000 bannerhealth.com Banner Estrella Medical Center provides outstanding care and assistance to patients in the West Valley. The hospital is a full-service facility has 317 all-private beds with a wide range of services like heart care, emergency services, general surgery, weight loss surgery, medical imaging, orthopedic surgery and a comprehensive maternity services program.

READER RECOMMENDED Phoenix Children’s Urgent Care Abrazo 1665 N. Avondale Boulevard, Avondale 602-933-0005 phoenixchildrens.org

13677 W. McDowell Road, Goodyear 623-882-1500 abrazohealth.com

BEST OF THE WEST VALLEY • MARCH 29, 2023

DERMATOLOGIST

Dr. Betty Hinderks DavisRegency Specialties

10240 W. Indian School Road, Phoenix 623-243-9077 regencyspecialties.com Dr. Betty Hinderks Davis at Regency Specialties is a nationally recognized, board-certified dermatologist and a fellowship-trained Mohs surgeon who has practiced in the greater Phoenix area since 2005, as the website explains. She specializes in skin cancer prevention, detection and treatment, as well as general dermatology.

READER RECOMMENDED Clear Sky Dermatology U.S. Dermatology Partners – Goodyear

2620 N. 140th Avenue, Goodyear 623-219-4777 clearskydermatology.com

14537 W. Indian School Road, Goodyear 623-321-5450 usdermatologypartners.com

COSMETIC SURGERY/BODY IMPROVEMENT Dr. Jason Mussman-Regency Specialties

OB/GYN Estrella Women’s Health Center 35 N. Estrella Parkway, Goodyear 623-846-7558 womenshealthaz.com

Estrella Women’s Health Center delivers thorough and individualized women’s health care with a dedication to high-quality, progressive and compassionate care. Services include annual well visits, birth control, bone density testing, endometrial ablation and endometriosis treatment.

Estrella Women’s Health Center has a goal to keep clients healthy through all ages and all stages of life.

READER RECOMMENDED West Valley Women’s Care

10240 W. Indian School Road, Phoenix 623-243-9077 regencyspecialties.com

Palm Valley Women’s Care

9305 W. Thomas Road, Phoenix 623-936-1780 westvalleywomenscare.com

10815 W. McDowell Road, Avondale 623-535-0740 pvwomenscare.org

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students, staff ommunity members, at Blue and administrators gathered School in Horizons Elementary ribbon for to cut the Buckeye on Jan. 27 NEWS .............. 8 School District’s the Liberty Elementary Goodyear man builds newest facility. trails now open in Estrella W. Blue Horizons Located at 20070 attracted digniParkway South, the school He Mayor Eric Orsborn.

NEWS .............. 8 taries, includingstudents and their families welcomed new Goodyear Surface Water that continues to the growing community Treatment Facility opens priority. to make education a to celhere be to chance “I jumped at the here in Buckeye,” ebrate the newest school know a good edumem-BUSINESS...... 19 Orsborn said. “We all of success, indiNorma Sanchez, board Dr. Lori Shough, Principal school inConstruction forces cation is the foundation Intelligence plus Board President Mark Aguire, Superintendent cut the ribbon for the newest elementary city.

Roman’s Oasis to move board member Paul Bixler vidually and for our School District) ber Michael Todd and of Liberty Elementary of true education.”

Horizons. (Photo courtesy character is the goal School District Su- Buckeye, Blue program,” she said.

Liberty Elementary she is Blue Horispace was de- nature Dr. Lori Shough said Located in northern Buckeye, “The additional facility with a learnthe bond in S...... 20 perintendent BUSINESS provide our children the voters supported to signed thankful 4 Elthem and equip Blue Horizons Goodcents opens new Ribbon...continued on page November 2019 to fund School Facility ing environment to inspire exploration siglocation in Goodyear for the future with a career ementary School. Arizona the project. ......... 22 Board also funded

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tourney set for May 13 Georgia Lord many people Mayor ribbons, in honor how — family members, Attendees wore yellow touched in her life DuSpeakers included community leaders,” OPINION ............... 14 of Lord’s favorite color. cirGood- elected officials, in every BUSINESS .............. 19 West Valley View Staff family, Gov. Doug Ducey, coun- cey said. “She made an impact not will SPORTS the Goodyear the Lord and city ..................21 a part of, and Arizona undreds gathered at Mayor Joe Pizzillo and re- cle she was 21 for Geor- year CALENDAR ............ 22 Rep. Joanne Osborne Civic Square on Jan. 6 of life to say cilmembers, Lord...continued on page gia Lord’s celebration memories gional leaders.

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he Buckeye Education Association teachers are expected to meet this week to discuss the next steps in their disapproval of Buckeye Elementary School District Superintendent Dr. Kristi Wilson’s $1.7 million in extra compensation.

Buckeye Education Association President Maria Camacho Moreno said the organization called for Wilson’s resignation.

However, school board President Jane Hunt said the entity was just doing its job — in a public forum.

“We don’t have any confidence in her anymore,” Moreno said of Wilson.

The teachers are expected to share their frustrations once again at school board meetings.

“They still stand behind her,” Moreno said about the board. “We’re going to weight our options and see what our next steps are. We’re going to meet to discuss our next plan of action. We need to be diligent.”

The extra compensation was revealed in part two of the Arizona auditor general’s performance audit of the Buckeye Elementary School District.

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olleson Union High School District’s Governing Board is officially under new leadership, as Freddie Villalon has been appointed president and Dr. Elda Luna-Najera vice president.

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Left, Dr. Luna-Najera was appointed to the Tolleson Union High School District Governing Board on Nov. 9, 2020, to fill a vacancy. Right, Freddie Villalon has served on the TUHSD Governing Board since 2007. (TUHSD/Submitted) bachelor’s degree in elementary education from ASU. He has worked as a teacher and administrator in the Isaac School District and

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he new Georgia T. Lord unveiled at Goodyear Library was Civic Square on Aug. 1, bringing the city’s vision to create the heart of the community to life.

City officials, developers and residents were in attendance for Goodyear Civic Square the opening of that has been in the worksat GSQ, a project since 1984. The rehoming of the community’ s library was a part of that project, not only to better serve residents but to help build a gathering place — the core of the “This has been a project city. long envisioned by our community.

I think be a blessing in disguise,” that it might Goodyear City Celebrations for the opening Manager Julie Karins of the Goodyear Civic said. “It took so long music, food trucks and a square at GSQ started yoga class at the park, to get here, because in the morning closed with a balloon now drop and confetti cannons. followed by the ribbon-cutting ceremony with create something I think we were able to and (City of Goodyear/Subm itted) and special. It was the that’s truly unique Celebrations began at right project, at the right right partners, the food trucks and a yoga 7 a.m. with music, guests toured Civic Square’s facilities, class at the park, which so proud of the team time, and I’m just followed by the ribbon-cuttin include the library, city and everyone who g ceremony hall, upscale came together to make and topped with a closing balloon drop office space and 2-acre park for communithis happen.” and confetti cannons.

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Roosevelt Street across from finder Elementary School, Sequoia Path- class sizes; performing equoia Pathfinder Academy arts; a will do Way and I-10 in Buckeye at Verra- dents in seventh through 12th enroll stu- turf field for football, soccer new synthetic and lacrosse; grades. With new hardwood celebrat- the opening ed its new secondary of this new facility, gym floor; schoolwide a school building students colwith a ribbon-cuttin g ceremony Aug. 4, and faculty will no longer need to utilize lege and career readiness developed on an joined by staff and families the Summit Community AVID Church for class puter foundation; a cybersecurity and combe using the new facility. who will soon space, though a close fabrication elective; partnership with the church will remain. school curriculum, along and a new high The new building, located with the integraat 20570 W. The secondary school will feature smaller Writer

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Part two focused on executive administrative spending, particularly the superintendent’s salary and benefits package, due to concerns identified during the initial audit.

According to the performance audit, NEWS .............. 6 from July 2016 to December 2021, the dis- MCCCD kick-starting trict paid to or on behalf of Wilson more workforce development than $1.7 million of additional compensa-

Tolleson Union introduces new governing board

Freddie Villalon President Board term: Through Dec. 31, 2024 Villalon is currently serving his fourth term on the TUHSD Board. He served as a member from 2007-10, 2013-16 and 201720 and is serving his current term from 2021-24.

“What excites me about this position is just the opportunity to continue supporting the children and our team members and the families of the community,” Villalon said.

“We’re here to support them, to give them a great opportunity and great educational experience and accelerate their learning.”

Villalon earned a Master of Education from Nova Southeastern University and a

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