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State of the city: Phoenix is rising again

Anthem Area Edition

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Wednesday, April 20, 2022

ADOT ready to begin work on I-17 BY ALLISON BROWN Foothills Focus Staff Wrier

stretch of I-17 from Anthem Way to Sunset Point will see improved traffic flow and enhanced safety after a massive project set to start this year, according to Gregory Byres, deputy director and state engineer for the Ari-

zona Department of Transportation. “I-17 is a project that we’re getting ready to kick off as things grow and it’s a pretty large project,” he explained. “It’s actually one of the larger projects that we have in what we call ‘greater Arizona.’ The project itself is 23 miles long. Construction is due to start later this year and it will take about three years

for completion.” To promote community outreach, ADOT has a virtual open house available on the project’s website through Tuesday, April 26. It will also host an in-person open house at 5:30 p.m. April 26 in Black Canyon City to share information

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Get to know the new Parkside winners

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he Anthem Parkside Community Association welcomes new and returning faces to its board of directors and selects Darrin Francom to be the Parkside representative on the Anthem Community Council. The election was held to fill open seats on the HOA and the ACC boards of directors. There were seven candidates. Voting took place from March 14 to April 8 and results were announced April 11. Eric Jackson, Shari Miller and Chris Yano were elected to serve two-year terms on the APCA Board of Directors. Francom was re-elected to serve a three-year term as the association’s rep-

resentative on the Anthem Community Council.

Eric Jackson Jackson has lived in Anthem for 10 years, seven of those being in Parkside. A business development manager for more than 20 years, he is bringing his professional skills to the table. “I am appreciative of the fact that I am a resident of one of the best communities not only in the Phoenix area, but in the United States,” he said. “Having a seat on the board of the Anthem Parkside Community Association will allow me to directly impact the preservation and enhancement of our wonderful community that our residents deserve.”

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Darrin Francom was re-elected to serve a three-year term on the Anthem Community Council board of directors as the Parkside representative. (Anthem Community Council/Submitted)

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I-17 Improvement Project: Anthem Way to Sunset Point TO FLAGSTAFF/ GRAND CANYON

IN-PERSON PUBLIC MEETING

An in-person public meeting will be held Tuesday, April 26, 2022, at Canon Elementary School, 34630 School Loop Road, Black Canyon City, 85324, from 5:30 to 7:30 p.m. The presentation begins at 6 p.m.

ONLINE OPEN HOUSE

Walk through the virtual open house through April 26 at improvingi17.com/openhouse. Learn more about the project and ask questions at your own pace and convenience. Pursuant to Title VI of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and other nondiscrimination laws and authorities, ADOT does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, age, or disability. Persons that require a reasonable accommodation based on language or disability should contact Laura Douglas at ldouglas@azdot. gov or 602.568.7721. Requests should be made as early as possible to ensure the State has an opportunity to address the accommodation. De acuerdo con el Título VI de la Ley de Derechos Civiles de 1964, la Ley de Estadounidenses con Discapacidades (ADA por sus siglas en inglés) y otras normas y leyes antidiscriminatorias, el Departamento de Transporte de Arizona (ADOT) no discrimina por motivos de raza, color, origen nacional, sexo, edad o discapacidad. Las personas que requieran asistencia (dentro de lo razonable) ya sea por el idioma o discapacidad deben ponerse en contacto en Laura Douglas con ldouglas@azdot.gov o 602.568.7721. Las solicitudes deben hacerse lo más antes posible para asegurar que el Estado tenga la oportunidad de hacer los arreglos necesarios.

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Shari Miller Serving as vice president for the APCA, Miller said she wants to continue to serve and help improve the community. “I have been a proud resident homeowner in the Landings for over 17 years,” Miller stated as her reason for running. “To continue to serve on the board would allow me to take an active role in the future of the Parkside Community. My goal is to protect and increase our property values, and maintain the quality of life that we all enjoy here through responsible management.” As a longtime resident and with her

previous experience on the board, Miller has a keen understanding of the ACC and inner workings of the community.

Chris Yano Yano has lived in Anthem for 11 years and previously served as the APCA’s vice president and director. “I love the community and I care about the direction it is heading,” he said. “My family and I have agreed I have a great deal to offer APCA in helping our community accomplish its potential.” According to Yano, he is highly involved in the community through schools, churches, businesses and foundations. His goal is to serve others.

Darrin Francom “Serving on the ACC board for more than four years, I have gained a deeper understanding of the impact and breadth of ACC involvement and how to best operate within the larger board and ACC team,” Francom said. “I want to continue to serve and help chart our future path as our community amenities and facilities age and we see significant growth and expansion around us.” Francom will continue to work with the ACC on managing facilities and infrastructure. He’ll ensure amenities are in order financially and operationally, effectively handling dues and keeping an eye on the impact of future growth and development.

and answer questions. Travelers can also get real-time traffic information by visiting AZ511.gov, using the AZ511 app or checking ADOT social media. According to ADOT, this four-lane stretch of I-17 is one of the most heavily used roadways in Arizona, seeing more than 1 million travelers each year. The project budget is set at about $446 million, but Byres said that’s likely to go up with inflation costs. The project will include widening 15 miles between Anthem Way and Coldwater Road, including 10 bridge widenings and two bridge replacements, as well as building 8 miles of flex lanes between Coldwater Road and Sunset Point. “Flex lanes are not a new concept, it’s one that’s been used for years, but it’s always been used in a very urbanized area,” Byres said. “Normally it’s used for when you have an a.m. and p.m. peak traffic times where you can swap lanes. If you have a real heavy peak travel in the morning headed in one direction, and then in the afternoon, it’s headed in the opposite direction, you can swap those lanes over to allow for the traffic.” For I-17, he said those peak times are on Friday afternoons when peo-

ple are heading north out of Phoenix and then on Sunday afternoons when people are coming back southbound toward Phoenix. That flow of traffic creates congestion, which Byres said leads to a lot of issues. The flex lanes are anticipated to be open to northbound traffic Monday through Saturday and southbound traffic on Sundays. They will also have an electronic gate system and net barriers to stop vehicles from entering the roadway in the wrong direction in addition to overhead signs alerting drivers what direction is in use. Besides the usual traffic, the flex lane direction can be changed to accommodate other unexpected congestion, such as around the holidays or in the case of an incident. Byres said when there are accidents on I-17, a queue builds up for miles, leaving people sitting for hours. The flex lanes create room to reroute those vehicles. “What this does is allows us to have two additional lanes, but it’s two additional lanes that we can utilize both north and south bound. So, it’s very important for us to do this,” Byres said. “It’s a great way to do it without having to expend the dollars of adding an additional four lanes, two in each direction, when the volume on that roadway during nor-

mal times doesn’t really call for that many lanes. This is a great compromise, it works well, it’s very efficient and it’s also very economical.” For the widening, an additional lane will be added going north and south from Anthem Way to Black Canyon City. This large project is anticipated to take three years to complete, but Byres said they are taking several measures to ensure the process goes as smoothly and disrupts traffic as little as possible. “The impacts for traffic are going to be limited to overnights, Sundays through Fridays. We’re going to maintain two lanes of traffic in each direction so that we can handle the existing volume at the rate that we currently have,” he said. “Overnight work, when that occurs, will be scheduled from 7 p.m. to 6 a.m. to try to avoid the major flow of traffic. And there will be no scheduled lane closures on weekdays, weekends and holidays.”

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State of the city: Phoenix is rising again BY FOOTHILLS FOCUS STAFF

ayor Kate Gallego delivered a positive, inspirational State of the City Address recently, complete with announcements of new companies investing in the city and creating jobs, advancements for the health and well-being of the community, modernizing public safety, and progress on transit, transportation and housing. The address was amplified by a dynamic discussion with Todd Sanders, president and CEO of the Greater Phoenix Chamber, host of the event. The conversation touched on several milestones achieved over the past year, including an update on the city’s efforts around climate change. The afternoon heralded the city’s response to the pandemic, recognized support for businesses delivering a powerful economic trajectory, and championed a strong budget position for the year ahead.

It remains clear, Gallego is focused on providing the people of Phoenix good jobs, access to healthcare, a safe community, and the best environment.

Business and job growth Building on the success of Taiwan Semiconductor Manufacturing Corp., the city’s largest economic development deal in history, its supply chain is following the path to Phoenix. Gallego welcomed Sunlit Chemical, and announced Foxlink, a manufacturer green power storage, as the latest Taiwanese companies to choose Phoenix as a U.S. home. Also announced were two headquarter relocations from California’s Bay Area: Sendoso, a software company, and Diamond Age 3D, a robotics company that prints homes. Health and wellness Phoenix saw a need and acted. The city delivered nearly 300,000 COVID-19 tests

Kate Gallego says the city’s pension system, COPERS, is divesting from all financial interests in Russia. (Dennis Murphy/File Photo) and vaccinations. It became clear residents needed increased access, and the city responded with creative and innovative solutions, such as deploying first mobile vaccine vans into neighborhoods. In addition, the city is partnering with Mayo Clinic, ASU and UA on expansive research and treatment centers focused on advancing the cure for cancer.

Community safety Gallego made firm her support for first responders and investing in modernization. She said, “I will never defund the Phoenix Police Department.” The city invested $15 million to expand the Community Assistance Program, which routes calls for mental and behavioral health to professionals. The mayor announced new investments in virtual reality which will improve training for officers to handle a variety of complex situations, including domestic violence. Climate leadership Phoenix leads on climate and sustainable innovations. The city passed an aggressive, accelerated Climate Action Plan, data and heat mapping are being used to plant trees for cool corridors, investments are being made to promote the circular

economy, clean light rail construction is proceeding, and electric vehicle manufacturing continues to expand. Gallego’s leadership on climate will help the city address extreme drought and water conservation while also growing green jobs and green investments for the health of the local economy. The city wants to achieve net-zero emissions in municipal operations by 2030, and net-zero emissions communitywide by 2050.

Housing attainability Phoenix launched dynamic strategies to ensure todays and tomorrow’s residents have access to affordable homes. The Housing Phoenix Plan aims to build or preserve 50,000 homes by 2030, and is halfway to goal. Public Housing is heat-resilient to further curb costs. The hotels-to-housing program to convert tired, underutilized hotels into shelters aligns with workforce training and services to deliver veterans and populations facing insecurity a robust suite of assistance. Gallego also announced COPERS, the city’s pension system, is divesting from all financial interests in Russia. For a complete look at the mayor’s State of the City Address, visit phoenix/gov/ mayor.

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Musical Theatre of Anthem unveils summer programs BY ALLISON BROWN Foothills Focus Staff Writer

he Musical Theatre of Anthem released the schedule for its 2022 summer programs with various options for ages 6 to 18 to learn aspects of theater and other life skills. “I have seen every single child grow who has come to our program,” said MTA co-founder and president Jackie Hammond. “To watch them be immersed in it, even in the summer, it’s exciting. They want to learn. They want to grow and so there’s a lot of positivity. And not only are they growing their musical theater skills, but their self-confidence and their public speaking skills.” Highlighting the program are three full-scale productions this summer including “Shrek the Musical,” “Winnie the Pooh” and “A Chorus Line.” MTA will also offer its Summer Perform-

ing Arts Institute, where kids can take classes in the areas in which they want to grow. “All summer long, no matter what they participate in, they will have the opportunity to learn and grow within all aspects of theater,” Hammond said. The productions are an immersive experience, kind of like a summer camp. The cast will rehearse every day, usually from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. and have the entire show ready in about two weeks. So, kids get the chance to connect with other cast members and get one-on-one instruction while only committing two weeks of their time. All summer productions have a $375 fee, but a 10% sibling discount is also available. Unlike other theaters, MTA casts every single person who auditions. This way, everyone gets a chance to learn and grow in the aspects of theater and can try it out. “There’s a place for everyone at

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‘Shrek the Musical Jr.’ According to Hamond, “Shrek the Musical” is probably the most popular dance stage musical of all time. She said dancing is the highest priority in this show, so they are looking for strong dancers, but also a cast that can bring the characters to life. “We are looking for great singers and actors who can work and think outside the box,” Hammond said. “These are larger than life characters that everybody knows from the movie, so to translate that to the state we are looking for kids who aren’t afraid to take risks. And, of course, we need someone who can pull off a great Scottish accent for Shrek.” This production is for ages 8 to 18. Auditions will be held from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. Monday, June 6. Rehearsals are scheduled for 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. June 6 through June 11 and June 13 through

June 16. Performances are June 16 and June 18. ‘Winnie the Pooh’ This kids’ production is a “delightful” show based on the beloved characters of A.A. Milne and the Disney animated film. Winnie the Pooh, Tigger, Piglet, Rabbit, Owl and Christopher Robin are on another adventure in the Hundred Acre Wood. The musical features songs from the movie as well as new hits. This production is for ages 6 to 12. Auditions are from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. Wednesday, July 6. Rehearsals will be held from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. July 7 through July 9 and July 11 through July 14. Performances are July 15 and July 16. ‘A Chorus Line’ “We call this our big dance summer show because we bring in a choreog-

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rapher who has worked with us since season one but has moved to Georgia,” Hammond said. “Her name is Sherry Henderson, and she has been on Broadway and toured with Liza Minnelli, so we bring her back every summer to do a big dance show.” She also emphasized that because this is for youth theater, they are performing a teen-appropriate version of the classic, Pulitzer Prize-winning musical. This production is for ages 13 to 18. Auditions start at 9 a.m. Sunday, July 17. Rehearsals are from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. July 18 through July 23, and from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. July 25 to July 28. Performances are July 28 and July 30. Summer Performing Arts Institute The Summer Performing Arts Institute is for kids who are really trying to hone in on a particular skill. “They can take all different classes from over 20 elective choices. They can either choose to just take classes

or to take classes and also have performance options,” Hammond said. “They’re divided by age group and experience levels and can train in all sorts of new classes. There’s improv, different types of dance classes, creating a character, vocal classes, mock

audition classes, there’s lots of choices for them.” For participants who opt to do classes and a performance, that is from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. June 20 through June 24, with performances being held at 5 p.m., 6:30 p.m. and 8 p.m. June 24. If taking

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classes only, those will take place from 12:45 p.m. to 3 p.m. June 20 through June 23. The cost ranges from $150 to $275 depending on the selection. See the MTA website, musicaltheatreofanthem.org, for registration, audition instructions and paperwork.

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and safe home environments,” “supporting cool and safe mobility and recreation,” and “supporting cool and safe workplaces and schools.” The cool space and drinking water availability is primarily directed to a new homeless shelter in Central Phoenix as well as the Human Services Campus, which also serves people experiencing homelessness. Cool recreation includes heat warnings for hikers, additional shade structures at bus stops, sunblock umbrella distribution and unspecified activity at city pools. The plan also calls for integrating the locations of cooling centers and hydration stations into police vehicle computers and providing coolers with water bottles in those cars and vans. The plan also disclosed that the city is working with Google and Boston University to create a public dashboard “showing indicators of heat-health community impact and needed community resources on Google search data” that would enable city employees “to adjust heat response programs and messaging throughout the summer.” It also proposes a “We’re Cool Program” involving 40 volunteers that would provide unsheltered people and hikers with water, other heat-relief supplies and maps to hydration stations and cooling centers. And it calls for printing 5,000 “Let’s Talk Heat” booklets involving 22 pages on the science of heat and its impact on communities. Noting 300,000 single-use water bottles were handed out last summer to people, the plan proposes piloting a reusable water bottle program, though it does not indicate how many lightweight aluminum bottles would be made available. The plan also calls for continuing the suspension of water shutoffs amid mounting unpaid water bills that currently total over $12 million. Instead, the city is using a “low flow water service” that allows households to use water for cooking and hygiene. City council must now consider the plan, which had no costs attached to it.

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Grab the tissues, pollen strikes again BY JUDY BLUHM Foothills Focus Columnist

h oh, it’s allergy season. “Achoo!” Excuse me, dear readers, because it seems I cannot stop sneezing! And I guess I am not alone. After reading up about allergies, it clari�ied one thing: We are suffering in Arizona with itchy and watery eyes, runny noses, sneezing �its, sore throats and general fatigue. The devil is called pollen. Some allergies are caused by airborne pollens, which are in the form of a very

�ine powder released by trees, grass and weeds. One expert claims that in the higher elevations in Arizona people are suffering because the mountain junipers are busy fertilizing this time of year. In Phoenix, those palo verde trees are causing a yellow cloud of pollen. That, coupled with all the wind we have had lately, is a recipe for thick clouds of “powder” released into the air and into our mouth, eyes and lungs. Trees, if you can read this, stop blowing your dust our way. You are killing us. Hey, it is not only the trees that are up to no good. What about those beau-

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Pandemic closes doors, opens courts BY JUDGE GERALD A. WILLIAMS North Valley Justice of the Peace

he judicial branch has not been exempt from the COVID-19 fog and fatigue encountered by everyone. Although it was not that long ago, it is hard to remember life before Zoom. To the extent that a tragic global pandemic can yield something positive, in the last two years, our courts have accelerated the beneficial application of technology. Prior to COVID-19, we eliminated paper files for civil cases. We also removed the need to transport many inmates from jail to courthouses across town. Driving them many miles for a simple misdemeanor appearance extended their stay in custody and had the potential to put others at risk if the inmate happened to also be facing dangerous felony charges in another court. In 2016, we developed a video appearance center in conjunction with the sheriff ’s office. It was arguably an overnight success. In the first 18 days, justices of the peace saw 434 defen-

dants through the new video link. This reduced jail time for people arrested on warrants by 53%. However, the only people appearing in court through a video link were the inmates. When the pandemic reached Arizona in 2020, courts took precautions. As they say in the theater, “The show must go on.” Courts were legally obligated to remain open. Masks, Plexiglas dividers and social distancing became the norm. Beyond that, courthouses did close their doors to the public for several months, moving almost all hearings to the telephone. We secured additional phone lines, access codes, and trained staff on the hardware and software to run it all. We stayed open, and we learned. We learned that change is be good, even when it is unexpected and forced upon us. From the telephone, we expanded to video. Judges who were tech-savvy experimented with various platforms early on. Superior Court and justice courts in Maricopa County now utilize a Microsoft Teams-based program that allows attorneys to appear in court from their office. Perhaps, more im-

portantly, it allows litigants to appear for their court dates without having to take a significant amount of time off work. In Maricopa County, judges in justice court now hear nearly every residential eviction action over a video link. This innovation has resulted in significantly more tenants appearing for their court dates. No unique computer equipment is required. Many, if not most, tenants appear in court through their phones. Court technology can also make jury trials easier. For example, if you get called for jury duty, wouldn’t you like to appear from home for the selection process and only travel to a courthouse if you are actually chosen to serve? Judges in Maricopa County Superior Court have even experimented with holding entire jury trials remotely. Technology can be a mixed bag. A recent study from the National Center for State Courts examined the use of remote hearings in courts in eight counties across Texas. The research concluded that remote proceedings take about a third longer than in-person hearings. This

was largely due to technology-related issues and a lack of preparation by participants. However, the study also found that remote proceedings take longer because more litigants can easily attend and participate in hearings. In most court cases there is one party which prevails. But when technology can make courts more accessible to the public, that is a win for all. Judge Gerald A. Williams is the justice of the peace for the North Valley Justice Court. That court’s jurisdiction includes Anthem and Desert Hills.

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‘Invasion, USA’ continues unabated BY J.D. HAYWORTH Foothills Focus Columnist

hink of him as the “Anti-Ike.” Dwight David Eisenhower led allied forces in the invasion of Europe and the defeat of the Third Reich in World War II. Now, Alejandro Nicholas Mayorkas is at the forefront of planning and promoting a modern-day invasion of the United States. Gen. Eisenhower presided over “Operation Overlord.” Homeland Security Secretary Mayorkas might well call his multifront assault on America “Operation Lord-Over-Them.” The “them” to be “Lorded Over?” American citizens. Joe Biden, his cabinet members and the radical left all agree that the Constitution is not the cornerstone of our republic. It is little more than “Silly Putty,” to be pulled and stretched, or simply put in a box, placed on a shelf and ignored.

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The Biden Bunch has made it clear: Your rights are whatever “Big Joey” says they are. And he doesn’t even try to hide it. Ten days after April Fools’ Day, at a major White House event, Ol’ Joe tried again to fool the American people. He championed a short-circuit of constitutional process, then claimed to support the Second Amendment. After voicing frustration that he could not advance gun control “because I was having trouble getting anything passed in the Congress, but I used what we call ‘regulatory authority,’” instructing Attorney General Merrick Garland — the same government of�icial who branded parents voicing disagreements with school boards as “domestic terrorists” — to take steps to restrict the rights of the law-abiding to own �irearms. Then, with the type of candor be�itting the “confused,” Biden added, “By the way — it’s going to sound bizarre — I support the Second Amendment.” Sure you do, Joe. And soon you’ll instruct the Department of Housing and Urban Development to designate Yuma as a “beachfront location,” based simply on your say-so. Yuma isn’t “beachfront,” but it is a front in the on-going border wars, which brings us back to the architect of the continued invasion. Mayorkas repeats the Biden administration’s false talking points, which, in turn, are echoed by acolytes in the partisan press. Like Attorney General Garland, the Homeland Security secretary claims “the greatest terrorism-related threat that we face…is the threat of domestic violent extremism.” But unlike Garland, the DHS chief enlarges the scope of the threat beyond the disgruntled parents of school kids. Speaking to Al Sharpton’s National Action Network earlier this month, Mayorkas speci�ically named white supremacists as the “most prominent threat.” Since “white supremacists” are synonymous with “caucasian conservatives” in the language of the left, the Biden Gang believes that those who disagree with

them politically are tantamount to domestic terrorists. And, given the “Bizarre Bazaar” that passes for the current “marketplace of ideas” at 1600 Pennsylvania Avenue, it illogically follows that the continued in�lux of illegals somehow comes at no risk to the homeland. Despite all the public health pronouncements from Dr. Anthony Fauci, seeking to keep American citizens masked, con�ined and confused about COVID-19, Secretary Mayorkas instructed illegals last September on the best ways to get past the restrictions of Title 42, the public health order to expel illegal entrants due to the virus threat, put in place by President Trump in March 2020. And, in anticipation that Title 42 would be lifted, Homeland Security formulated a plan in February proposing “broadscale release mechanisms” for the thousands of illegal aliens expected to enter the USA. Chief among them is a plan to substitute U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Service “adjudicators” for immigration judges. Since those adjudicators can be ordered to rubber-stamp asylum claims, Mayorkas and Biden will in turn claim that it is the “legal path” to entry. “Amnesty A-Go-Go” is more accurate.

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from pollen in the air! Seasonal allergies are estimated to be responsible for 4 million missed workdays every year. And, according to the American Academy of Allergy, Asthma and Immunology, allergies are the sixth-leading cause of chronic illness in the United States with an annual cost in excess of $18 billion. That is nothing to sneeze at. We are getting sick from the air we breathe. Even our pets can be miserable. I was walking around town one day and saw a “cloud” of yellow dust swirling around like an evil dust devil. Peo-

On May 23, Title 42 will be fully rescinded. Our southern border will essentially disappear. American history will be changed. June 6, 1944, will no longer be revered as D-Day. Instead, future generations of school children will be taught about a new D-Day by their leftist “educrats.” May 23, 2022: “Destiny Day.” God help us. Sorry, Ike. J.D. Hayworth represented Arizona in the U.S. House from 1995-2007. He authored and sponsored the Enforcement First Act, legislation that would have mandated enforcement of Federal Immigration Law in the 109th Congress.

ple were trying to outrun it, but no such luck. You know it cannot be good when you have bright yellow dust raining down on you from tree pollen! Help! We are under an allergy attack! Grab the tissue box. Call in sick. (If you are an employer, I am only kidding.) Go for a walk but be prepared to run fast if you see a pollen cloud coming your way. Open a window and enjoy the cool breeze. “Achoo!” On second thought, shut it fast! Yikes, enjoy spring with all the trees and grasses in bloom, from a safe distance and with a tissue handy. Judy Bluhm is a writer and local Realtor. Have a story or a comment? Email her at judy@judybluhm.com.

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cottsdale resident T Lungwitz is continuing to serve others by stepping into the role of president of the International Board of Jewish National FundUSA af�iliate, ADI Negev-Nahalat Eran — an expansive rehabilitative village in southern Israel that provides a wide range of services, including residential care for individuals with disabilities and complex medical conditions. ADI Negev is a paradigm-shifting establishment. The rehabilitation village offers services from a hospital to a petting zoo to an aquatic center and serves individuals from all backgrounds and levels of need. The expanding complex has created more local opportunities in a historically underserved region. As president of the international board, Lungwitz hopes to foster further growth

for ADI Negev under JNF-USA’s auspices and raise the world’s standards for how people with disabilities are cared for. “I would like the world to realize that we can treat the disabled with both professionalism and dignity,” Lungwitz said. “ADI Negev sets the bar high. Both the professional medical care and the love with which personnel there operate is unprecedented. Too often, the disabled live on the edge of society. In this case, they are central to the community and are advancing the building of homes, expanding world-class research, and contributing to the growth of the area. It shifts the focus to the positive; something that Jewish National Fund-USA and ADI Negev always strive for.” Lungwitz was the owner and CEO of Thema Health Services, a Valley-based 300-employee health care company where she still serves as the executive chairperson.

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She is also the owner of Royal T Arabian, a high-end Arabian horse breeders ranch in Cave Creek. Her wide variety of experiences contribute to her commitment to offering the highest quality of care. “T Lungwitz’s dedication, drive and passion for helping others are profound, and it is a privilege to work with her to steward ADI Negev’s growth,” said Itzik Becher, JNF-USA’s executive director, major gifts, desert states and the southwest. “The village is entering a new phase with the opening of a brand-new rehabilitation hospital on-site and T has the vision and the skill to help us all continue to dream big and exceed our goals.”

Lungwitz added the potential is tremendous. “The village has opened the door to numerous opportunities in the Negev, which is historically underserved,” Lungwitz said. “Collaboration with the Lauder Employment Center and with various universities both in Israel and abroad are allowing ADI Negev to be a game changer and a light unto the nations.” Lungwitz hopes that her wide-ranging background will enable her to lead ADI Negev and JNF-USA in serving more individuals and families in the Negev and around Israel to access exceptional care no matter the complexity of their needs or their �inancial resources.

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ealtor Charles “Chuck” Finzer, who serves clients in Anthem, became a “pledged forever agent” during the Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices national sales convention in Louisville. Berkshire Hathaway Chief Executive Of�icer Christy Budnick said “forever agents” as those who pledge to uphold the brand’s foundational “values and virtues of trust, integrity, stability and longevity.” At the conference, Finzer committed to this in front of his peers. “The term ‘forever agent’ is not well known among most real estate consumers,” Finzer said. “My pledge is more ceremonial at this point than in�luential to the public at large. I made the pledge for personal and professional reasons and to let my clients know just how committed I am to their forever real estate needs.”

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Located on the museum’s first floor, the space features a family restroom, a nursing room, seating areas, and musical toys and books that guests can explore independently or together. The PNC Bank Family Center is also home to MIM’s Mini Music Makers classes, which are held Wednesday, Thursday and Saturday mornings. “PNC, as a national Main Street bank, is committed to supporting the vitality and quality of life in our local communities,” said Cathleen Walker, PNC regional president, Phoenix and Northern Arizona. “Music and the arts are a marvelous platform to connect generations of families. The MIM’s Family Center provides a common ground where we, as a community, can all grow stronger together. PNC’s continued support of the MIM helps to expand its educational learning opportunities, while strengthening its reputation as one of Phoenix’s most beloved cultural institutions.”

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Black Canyon City Mining and Mineral Museum Gives a Glimpse in Bradshaw Mountains Mining History

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rizona is chock full of history and spaces like the Black Canyon Mining and Mineral Museum are keeping it alive. Housed in a plaza in Historic Downtown Black Canyon City, the museum is open 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Saturdays. The museum’s mission is to preserve the history of mining and minerals in the Bradshaw Mountains, including mining operations at the Maggie, Kay Copper and Tip Top mines. The museum has a collection of mine photos, rocks and minerals from Arizona, 19th century mining tools and maps dating back to 1836. Visitors can check out fossils of a saber-toothed tiger and woolly mammoth and Native American antiquities found in the area, as well as a new meteorite exhibition.

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“I have always been involved in history,” said Michael Sandford, the museum director and founder. “I was involved in helping to start the Black Canyon Historical Society. We had a separation of ways, so I just decided I want a museum, so I’m going to do it.” During the day, Sandford works in the medical field, but he indulges in history by writing books and newspaper articles on Black Canyon City’s history. Starting and running a museum was a natural progression for him. Family and community members, as well as a three-person board of directors, assist him. Sandford has been a member and worked for a year at the Sharlot Hall Museum, an experience he parlayed into the Black Canyon Mining Museum.

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Michael Sandford of the Black Canyon Mining and Mineral Museum holds an original pair of crucible tongs used by miners to pour melted copper in the nearby mines in southern Yavapai County. (David Minton/Staff Photographer)

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“I learned about preservation and the importance of preserving the past, the history,” he said. “When it’s gone, it’s gone. But if you can collect something like this here. This is a headlight from the 1890s. We are born in an age with electricity. What did people do before this came along?” One of the museum’s key pieces is an 1896 mining map, which Sandford held onto for years with plans to one day have a museum. “When I took it to the state archives to get it authenticated, they asked me if I would like to donate it to the state. When I asked why, they don’t have one in their collection. I told them to wait five years, and I would see about it,” Sandford said. Sandford said he is especially interested in how mines were built and run in the area. “One of the things that interests me is I want to know what kind of tools they used. That’s why I’m collecting

a lot of these old mining tools that are now obsolete,” Sandford said. There were a variety of mines built in the Bradshaw Mountains. “Some mines are open pit. They just scrape off the dirt on the surface. Others have tunnels and shafts,” Sandford said. Opened in February 2020, the nonprofit museum relies on gift shop sales for its operating budget. It closed temporarily during the COVID-19 pandemic but reopened at the end of the year. Sharing the museum’s mission has been challenging, as attendance has ebbed and flowed. The space is open for limited hours, but plans call for it to be expanded in September. Black Canyon Mining and Mineral Museum

Copper ore and cast copper from a nearby mine in southern Yavapai County at the Black Canyon Mining and Mineral Museum. (David Minton/Staff Photographer)

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Mick Foley keeps audiences entertained BY NOAH VELASCO Foothills Focus Staff Writer

ick Foley experienced concussions, the loss of multiple teeth and a piece of his ear, a surgically repaired knee four times, 351 stitches and broken bones. He truly earned the name “Hardcore Legend.” A World Wrestling Entertainment (WWE) Hall of Famer, Foley is returning to Arizona to share anecdotes from his storied career as part of his “Nice Day” tour at Rick Bronson’s House of Comedy on Wednesday, April 20. Foley stops by the state where he de-

feated Dwayne “The Rock” Johnson back in 1999 in Tucson. The two brawled throughout the Tucson Convention Center for the championship belt. Foley won the match and defeated Johnson for the second time and cites it as one of his cherished memories from Arizona. The “Nice Day” tour was created to commemorate the 20th anniversary of Foley’s 1999 autobiography “Have a Nice Day: A Tale of Blood and Sweatsocks” before the COVID-19 pandemic derailed his plans. With the current climate improving, Foley returned to the road. “I just thought it’d be a nice way to let people know I’d be bringing those sto-

Mick Foley will tell stories of his wrestling career at Rick Bronson’s House of Comedy at High Street on Wednesday, April 20. (Mick Foley/Submitted)

ries that they read in their childhood to life on stage,” Foley said. It’s been great to see so many happy faces. It’s really nice to be out there. The crowds have been really responsive.” Growing up, Foley was inspired to become a professional grappler after watching Jimmy “Super�ly” Snuka wres-

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orth Valley Symphony Orchestra will bring guests on its musical road trip across the United

States. Inspired by American geography and cultures, “Across America” is set for 7 p.m. Saturday, Mary 21, at North Canyon High School auditorium, 1700 E. Union Hills Drive. “The concert opens with hard-hitting rhythms written by Michael Daugherty depicting the iconic cross country (song) ‘Route 66,’” said Kevin Kozacek, NVSO’s music director. “We then crisscross our nation with a travel down the mighty Mississippi in the suite of four movements by Ferde Grofe.” During that trip, the musicians will visit the headwaters, take a short raft trip with Huckleberry Finn, and end in the deep Creole south and celebrate

Mardi Gras, according to Kozacek. The concert also features a look at America through the eyes of Dvořák,

with his interpretation of our land through his “Symphony from the New World,” written after his visit to America in the 1890s. “Finally, we are so pleased to present the world premiere of NVSO’s �irst commission, celebrating our 10th anniversary season,” Kozacek said. “‘River Run’ was written by ASU professor emeritus James DeMars, aurally depicting the river of his childhood that splashes and plays from lake to pond in Minnesota. I hope audience members will appreciate the repertoire choices depicting the vast diversity of America.” “Across America” is sponsored by Floyde “Bill” Kozacek, Kevin’s father. Bill backed the concert in honor of his late wife of 73 years, Josephine “Jo” Kozacek. The concert is also in memory of Josephine’s long-time friend Millie DeYoung Barnes, who often played piano duets with Jo throughout their musically rich friendship.

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barbed wire and other weapons in the ring. He continued with “Cactus Jack” throughout various professional wrestling organizations in the United States and Japan. Foley eventually made his way to the WWE, even though chairman Vince McMahon wasn’t a big fan. That led to the Mankind moniker and his dark, creepy and deranged personality who performed extreme stunts. His third character, Dude Love, was workshopped by Foley as a teenager. The character was a laidback and groovy hippie with breezy lingo. Together the three formed the “Three Faces of Foley.” Foley is infamous for a moment in a Hell in a Cell match against The Undertaker. The Hell in a Cell match remains one of professional wrestling’s most dangerous matches as the two combatants �ight inside a 16-foot, �ive-sided steel cage surrounding the ring with no disquali�ications. The 1998 match between Mankind and The Undertaker began with the two

climbing to the top of the cage. On top of the cage’s roof, they threw punches and swung steel chairs before creating one of WWE’s most iconic moments. After getting pummeled by The Undertaker, Mankind stumbled toward the edge of the cage. The Undertaker then glanced at the announcer’s table below before throwing the 300-pound Mankind through the table and onto the concrete �loor. Backstage staff pleaded with Foley to stop the match as he was getting carried off on a stretcher. To the audience, commentators and staff members’ surprise, within 5 minutes of the fall, Mankind stepped off the stretcher and quickly climbed back on top of the cage to meet his opponent. Again, the two brawled and again Undertaker threw Mankind through the roof of the cell and slammed hard onto the mat. The Undertaker won the match. “I was lucky I had really good chemistry with all the top stars in the attitude era worked,” Foley said. “I worked really well with Undertaker.” By the end of the match, Foley sported

missing teeth, multiple stitches under his lip, a dislocated jaw and shoulder, a concussion and a bruised kidney. This was one of many stunts Foley performed throughout his time as a professional wrestler. “I was drawn to that theatrical element and the idea of taking people for a little emotional ride,” Foley said. He also recalls a stop at Wrestlemania 22 when “Cactus Jack” competed against fellow Hall of Famer Edge in a hardcore match that featured barbed wire, thumbtacks and a �laming table. Insane stunts de�ined Foley’s career. Because he wasn’t the strongest or most athletic grappler, he turned to wicked acts to make up for it. Foley adopted and embraced it. Foley feels he deserved more recognition for a 1996 boiler room brawl against The Undertaker. The match highlighted Foley’s unorthodox style of using props and the surrounding environment to methodically attack his opponent. “That would have been great if it was shot as a cinematic match. So, I consider

that my unloved stepchild of matches,” Foley said. The “Nice Day” tour includes tales such as these and other in-depth behind-the-scenes stories from his time in the ring. Foley said he believes his appearances generally attract those families with his career. Those not in the know enjoy it as much — if not more. “Well, if they’re not familiar with me, chances are they’d only be seeing the show and buying a ticket for their significant other but, I do try to make it a lot of fun for the nonfans. They almost always have a much better time because they’re expecting wrestling stories,” Foley said. “But I think I tell interesting stories that are you know, wrestling stories, but also little stories about life.” Mick Foley

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ell, Easter was last Sunday. While resurrection is still on our minds, let’s glean some transformational lessons about another “raised from the dead incident” that preceded, foretold and contributed to the Easter Resurrection. The event occurred shortly before the resurrection of Christ. Did you know that God allows some problems to stink before He acts? In other words, as my friend Jack Canada’s song says about God, “He may not be there when you want Him, but He’s always right on time.” And when God seems to arrive late or in another way than you expected, it’s never a case of indifference. It’s because of God’s timing in working out His eternal purposes. Let’s set the stage. The first resurrection, in this case, was a man named Lazarus, a close friend of Jesus. Lazarus had two sisters, Mary and Martha, who were close to Jesus also. The sisters sent word to Jesus that Lazarus was very sick. But, Jesus delayed two days before he came to the town of Bethany, Lazarus’ location. When Jesus arrived at Bethany, Lazarus was dead. The Scripture recalls the incident. “So, when Mary… saw Him and fell at His feet, saying, ‘Lord, if You had been here, my brother would not have died.’ When Jesus saw her weeping, and the Jews who came with her weep-

ing, He was deeply moved in spirit and was troubled.” John 11:32. So, we have Lazarus dead in a tomb, the two sisters crying and the people wondering if Jesus cared or could do anything about Lazarus. This scene is where the shortest verse in the Bible is, “Jesus wept.” But understand many times when you’re down to nothing, God’s up to something. This occasion was a staging, a prophetic preview of Jesus’ future that was just days away. God was getting his people ready for what he had ready for them. Here are the lessons and insights. I’ll start with Scripture, then make observations. Lesson one: “Jesus, once more deeply moved, came to the tomb. It was a cave with a stone laid across the entrance. ‘Take away the stone,’he said. ‘But, Lord,’ said Martha, the dead man’s sister, ‘by this time, there is a stench, for he has been there four days.’” John 11:39. Martha has “stinking thinking” like you and I would have had. Even though she saw Jesus perform miracles before, she thought, “It’s too late, too hard, too much…it’s been four days and it’s going to stink.” Think of this. It takes a problem to have a miracle. Every healing Jesus did start with a problem. Martha’s problem was not the problem. Her very human stinking thinking was the problem. Lesson two: “Then Jesus said, ‘Did I not tell you that if you believe, you will see the glory of God?’ So, they took away the stone. Then Jesus

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looked up and said, ‘Father, I thank you that you have heard me. I knew that you always hear me, but I said this for the benefit of the people standing here, that they may believe that you sent me.’” John 11:40-42. This whole event was a setup for the benefit of the people there. Jesus was going to be in the same position in a matter of days. Jesus performed this miracle, so stinking thinking would not stop God’s people from believing God when things got intense after Jesus’ crucifixion. This event happened for us also that we would not stop believing in God. God has a time and an unchangeable purpose for His and our benefit. Faith is not the absence of doubt. Faith is the presence of belief. Lesson three: “When he had said this, Jesus called in a loud voice, ‘Lazarus, come out!’ The dead man came out, his hands and feet wrapped with strips of linen and a cloth around his face. Jesus said to them, ‘Take off the grave clothes and let him go.’” John 11:43-44. Jesus says to them and us, “Take off those stinking grave clothes and those stinking chains of the slavery of the fear of death many are held captive by their whole lives. God is alive. There’s eternal life. God speaks to them and us, “In My house, there are many mansions. If it were not so, I wouldn’t have said so.” Note: Jesus had to say Lazarus, or the whole graveyard would have come out of their tombs. Lesson four: “Therefore, many of the Jews who had come to visit Mary and had seen what Jesus did, believed in him. But some of them went to the Pharisees and told them what Jesus had done. ‘If we let him go on like this, everyone will believe in him, and then the Romans will come and take away our temple and our nation.’ So, they plotted to take his life from that day on.” John 11:46-48, 53. The crucifixion and resurrection of

Christ started with Lazarus coming forth from his tomb. The religious establishment didn’t want their people or the Romans to know about Lazarus’ miracle. They might lose their places and faces and graces of honor. Those in power don’t like to lose power. So, they plotted to take Jesus’ life. They orchestrated the crucifixion of Christ. But death could not keep Jesus in the tomb. Like Lazarus, up from the grave He arose and never died again. Our takeaway: What looks like a big mess or impossible situation could be something God has allowed for His greater purposes. God is not indifferent. In raising Lazarus from the dead, Jesus served those He loved. Jesus glorified God, highlighted God’s power over death, and prepared his people for the future. He even wept. He didn’t want stinking thinking to mess up the message of Easter. Get the message? Ed Delph is a noted author of 10 books, as well as a pastor, teacher, former business owner and speaker. Ed has traveled extensively, having been to more than 100 countries. He is president of NationStrategy, a nonpro�it organization involved in uplifting and transforming communities worldwide. For more information, see nationstrategy.com. Ed may be contacted at nationstrategy@cs.com.

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further aids his hometown with baseball clinics for the Ramona Gardens Boys and Girls Club during the off season. “I’m just going back to my roots and helping as many kids in the area as I possibly can,” said Ramirez, who donned a Boyle Heights shirt during an interview with Bally Sports while on the Angels. “Boyle Heights will always be in my heart for sure. “I remember as a kid, good people would come out to us. The Dodgers were constantly coming in town. The Lakers would help out. I remember that feeling when I was a kid and I know how important it was.” He tries to impart to children and fans that being in the big leagues is tough — not everyone can make it. “The message we send is if you don’t make it in baseball, there are so many other fields you could be successful in. “It’s all about mentality and seeking help when you need it. Some of these kids are hard headed and they don’t want to ask for help. We say it’s OK to ask for help.”

itting near his Salt River Fields locker, D-backs reliever Noé Ramirez is chill. His legs stretched out and his head down as he looks at his phone. It’s a stark contrast to the Noé Ramirez who punches his mitt and shouts when he gets the third out. His off-the-mound demeanor aligns with his love of music — in particular, laidback reggae/roots reggae. He is also an avid vinyl collector who’s so obsessed that he’s heading to San Francisco on an off day to pick the brain — and collection — of a longtime enthusiast. “Old reggae has always been No. 1,” he said with a smile. “I love collecting original vinyl. So, I’m trying to make connections in that scene, too. Older DJs are really helping me with my collection.” Ramirez recently purchased rarities by the reggae singer Rising Son. He said he could feel the vibes of previous listeners on the record, which was made in 1978. He and his friends scour music calendars to see who’s performing a particular night. “We find someone who looks interesting and listen to their music,” Ramirez said. “It could be any genre. We just go.” Music is in Ramirez’s blood. His father is a drummer who plays classic rock covers ranging from Led Zeppelin to the Bee Gees. Ramirez’s dad taught him to have a good ear for music. “I’ve always been a sound guy,” he said. “I was just talking to one of our strength coaches about earbuds. I lost my AirPods. I think it’s a good thing. I want good quality sounding earbuds.” Charitable endeavors Charity work is equally as important to Ramirez, who was born in East

Noé Ramirez signed a minor league contract with the D-backs on May 22. He was called up on June 18. (Arizona Diamondbacks/Submitted)

Los Angeles to Mexican immigrant parents. He, his two brothers and three sisters were raised in the Ramona Gardens public housing development in Boyle Heights, Los Angeles, California. An alumnus of Alhambra High School and Cal State Fullerton, Ramirez was drafted by the Boston Red Sox in the fourth round of the 2011 draft. He made his major league debut with the Red Sox in 2015 and was claimed by the Angels on waivers in 2017. Three years later, on December 7, 2020, he was traded to

the Reds for Raisel Iglesias, and was released on March 27, 2021. The following day, he joined the Angels again. On May 22, 2021, he signed a minor league contract with the D-backs, and was called up on June 18. During his first stint with the Angels, Ramirez was honored with a Los Angeles City Council resolution for his accomplishments on and off the field. Earlier this year, he started the foundation BRICKS, a reflection of the bricks in the projects. Ramirez

Stepping foot in the desert A former Downtown LA resident, Ramirez wasn’t “a big desert guy” before he joined the D-backs. Spending Spring Training in Tempe with the Angels changed his tune. “I was out here a bunch and I just started to really appreciate Arizona and I started to like it more,” he said. “Being here with these guys is great. The team takes care of us well. It’s definitely a good vibe. I like it.” Ramirez, who recently took up golf, is looking forward to exploring the Valley’s restaurants. “I don’t consider myself a foodie,” he said. “But Los Angeles has so many gems and I’m constantly going out there. I’m hoping to do the same out here. I just got here late last season. I’m sure there are some restaurants and gems out here. I’ll have to start asking around.”

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O’Connor a top boys’ volleyball team BY JOE MCHUGH Cronkite News

estern states have long dominated high school volleyball, with many of the top teams coming from California and Hawaii. The 2021-22 season has provided a plot twist, with one school in particular from land-locked Arizona showing that the sport’s best breeding grounds don’t have to be near sand or surf. The Sandra Day O’Connor High boys’ volleyball team ascended to the national boys volleyball rankings, by MaxPreps earlier this season and currently sit at No. 5. Not far behind is Gilbert Highland High School, which is perched at No. 7. “It’s not like that has been a one-totwo-year thing,” Sandra Day O’Connor boys volleyball coach Troy Dueling said. He added, “There has been a lot of good volleyball here in the last 15, 20 years. It has just never found the recognition it needed.” The Eagles have paved a way for other teams and the road to that spot has been nothing short of remarkable. The Eagles were invited to the prestigious “Best of the West” tournament in March, which featured some of the top teams in the nation. They dominated the competition, dropping only two sets in seven matches to win it all, becoming the first team from outside California or Hawaii to earn the title. “It feels good,” Dueling said. “But it is important to keep everything in perspective. We’ve got a long way to go, and we’ve got a lot more that we want to accomplish, so just not letting that be something that is a part of the daily thought process is important for us.” The Eagles are loaded with talent. They have six active team members that are committed to play in college, including Zach Rama, one of the top outside hitters in the nation who signed with UCLA. Rama, a dynamic athlete with fine-

Eagles coach Troy Dueling believes Arizona has had strong volleyball teams for the last two decades but it “never found the recognition it needed.” (Hogan Armstrong/Cronkite News)

tuned volleyball skills, was integral in the Eagles’ “Best of the West” title run. Though he won the tournament’s MVP award, you are unlikely to hear it from him. The Eagles’ 6-foot 7 star is very humble, and though he seems born to play volleyball, basketball was his first love. Through time, he fell in love with volleyball, and it has taken him to new heights, and national recognition. “Going to college on a scholarship is a big (accomplishment),” Rama said. “I don’t know that I would have been able to do that for basketball.” Another instrumental part of the team is setter Jaxon Herr, one of the Eagles’ more vocal players, directing his teammates like a composer and unselfconsciously celebrating big points. Committed to play college volleyball at Grand Canyon University, Herr has been in love with the sport since he picked up the ball. Though he played other sports such as baseball and basketball, volleyball struck a chord, and he hasn’t looked back.

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He played in a youth program, FEAR, founded and coached by Dueling, whose goal was to help develop the next generation of volleyball talent. Herr shares Dueling’s view of cultivating young players and actively spreading the message that volleyball is fun. “I encourage more players to play all the time,” Herr said. “It is such a great sport, and it is easy to get into and it is just fun. There are also a lot of opportunities, outside of high school, to keep playing.” The Eagles lost in last year’s state championship final to Gilbert Perry High, a team that circled the national top-five. The year before that, Queen Creek Casteel was a top-20 team in the country. So if Arizona’s high schools have been well represented in the national rankings for the past three years, why did it take a team reaching No. 1 for them to earn recognition? The Eagles’ dominance in the Best of the West tournament against the highest level of competition made them –

and more broadly Arizona boys’ volleyball – impossible to ignore. But since the tournament, the Eagles have kept up their dominance, still being undefeated, but falling in the polls from the top spot to the number five spot. Regardless of rankings, they are showing the high school sports world that Arizona is becoming the melting pot for talent in all sports, and it is now catching traction. But for Dueling, this rise in Arizona talent has been coming for a while. Sandra Day O’Connor outside hitter Zach Rama is among the players that have helped the Eagles to a No. 5 ranking in the country. (Photo by Hogan Arm-

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The award-winning Downtown Tempe Authority is the so-called wizard behind the curtain that makes downtown Tempe vibrant, welcoming, clean, safe and fun, and now Valley residents can have a hand at bringing the excitement to life. Downtown Tempe Authority is hosting a Job Fair on Thursday, April 21, from 9 a.m. – 4 p.m. at the Downtown Tempe Authority Office, located at 1 West Rio Salado Parkway. Immediate interviews for full and part-time positions will be conducted, so candidates should bring their resumes. Details on the open positions and benefits package can be found at www.downtowntempe.com/Jobs.

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