Wednesday, October 31, 2007
Florence Community Library “Spooktacular” Story Time
At 10 am today, the folks at the Florence Community Library are holding a “spooktacular” story time for children of all ages and their caregivers. Seating is limited to the first 25 ghosts and goblins. Wearing a costume is optional, but get you don’t want to miss out on the tricks and treats. For additional information please call (520) 868-9471.
Globe Main St. Fall Festival
Bring the kids to Downtown Globe to get treats from participating businesses & local clubs from 5:30 - 7 pm. The trick-or-treating starts at the historic Gila Co. Sheriff's Office and Jail on Oak St. This where you'll get your first treat and a map of participating "haunts." Be at the steps of the Center for the Arts at 7 pm for the costume contest.
Ghosts of Globe Walking Tour
The groups for the Walking Tour is from 8 - 9 pm at the Jail at 149 E. Oak on Oct. 31st. The tour is $3 & not intended for kids. There will be stair climbing involved, so comfortable shoes are encouraged.
River of Life Church Harvest Celebration
The Old Dominion Parking Lot will be the locale for the The River of Life Church's Harvest Celebration from 5 pm - 7 pm today. The barricades will go up at 2 pm. The River of Life Church would like to thank you for your cooperation, & invites you to their Harvest Celebration.
Florence Halloween Festival
The Town of Florence Parks & Rec. Dept. invites you & your family to a safe, fun filled evening of activities at the annual Halloween Carnival. The evening’s activities are scheduled from 6 to 8:30 pm at the Little League Park, which is located at 200 East 8th Street. It’s a carnival atmosphere with a 20-game Midway where everyone's a winner.
The following activities are scheduled:
• There will be games for all ages, including the iddie biddie gremlins.
• Bring your pre-carved Jack-O-Lanterns for the Pumpkin Carving Contest, which begins at 6 pm.
• Dress up the whole family & enter the Costume Contests. Awards are given in age groups from infant to 12 years old for the Most Original, the Scariest, Funniest, & the Most Lovable (8 years & under only). Special awards given to families in costumes. The contest begins at 6 pm.
• A picture booth will be their for those wishing to capture themselves & friends on film!
• Food & drink vendors.
• Much, much, much more!
The following activities are scheduled:
• There will be games for all ages, including the iddie biddie gremlins.
• Bring your pre-carved Jack-O-Lanterns for the Pumpkin Carving Contest, which begins at 6 pm.
• Dress up the whole family & enter the Costume Contests. Awards are given in age groups from infant to 12 years old for the Most Original, the Scariest, Funniest, & the Most Lovable (8 years & under only). Special awards given to families in costumes. The contest begins at 6 pm.
• A picture booth will be their for those wishing to capture themselves & friends on film!
• Food & drink vendors.
• Much, much, much more!
34th Annual Halloween Carnival
The 34th Annual Halloween Carnival is at the Carr McNatt Park from 6 - 9 pm, with game booths, entertainment, costume and pumpkin carving contests & of course, lots of CANDY! Bring your family to the park for a safe, fun-filled evening of activities.
Tuesday, October 30, 2007
No More Red Ships of Spain
Robert Goulet was waiting for a lung transplant at Cedars-Sinai Medical Center in Los Angeles after being diagnosed with a rare form of pulmonary fibrosis last month. He was 73.
School Bus Accident In Miami
Tri-City F.D. Release:
Three occupants of a pickup truck and the driver of a Miami Unified School District Bus were injured Tuesday afternoon when the pickup struck the rear of the bus while the bus was stopped at the railroad crossing at U.S. 60/70 & Marion Canyon.
The driver of the pickup & the 2 children she was transporting, nor the driver of the school bus appeared to be seriously injured however they each necessitated further examination at Cobre Valley Community Hospital after being treated on scene by Tri-City Fire Dept. EMS personnel. Tri-City Ambulance transported the 4 injured persons. None of the school children on the bus were injured.
The accident occurred at approx. 3:10 pm. The pickup sustained major front-end damage while the bus received minor damage. The Arizona Dept. of Public Safety's investigating the accident & was being assisted by Gila County Sheriff’s Office personnel.
The driver of the pickup & the 2 children she was transporting, nor the driver of the school bus appeared to be seriously injured however they each necessitated further examination at Cobre Valley Community Hospital after being treated on scene by Tri-City Fire Dept. EMS personnel. Tri-City Ambulance transported the 4 injured persons. None of the school children on the bus were injured.
The accident occurred at approx. 3:10 pm. The pickup sustained major front-end damage while the bus received minor damage. The Arizona Dept. of Public Safety's investigating the accident & was being assisted by Gila County Sheriff’s Office personnel.
Az. Little League's Can Get ADEQ Grant To Promote Recycling
The ADEQ is again providing recycling grants to Arizona Little Leagues to promote recycling and prevent littering at baseball fields across the state.
Under the Little League Recycling & Litter Control Project, ADEQ provides funding to Little League organizations throughout Arizona for banners promoting recycling to be displayed at their ball fields & for recycling containers to be placed at the fields.
ADEQ first established the Little League Recycling & Litter Control Project for the 2004 Little League season. This year, ADEQ is making a total of $15,000 available to Little Leagues interested in participating in the recycling project.
"The program is now in its fifth year and has been a grand slam," said ADEQ Director Owens. "The more kids know about recycling, the more they want to recycle. This program helps our kids, helps the Little Leagues, & most importantly, helps the environment."
Little Leagues interested in applying for grant funding from ADEQ should contact Laura Newman at (602) 771-4459 or toll free at (800) 234-5677, ext. 771-4459, or by email to newman.laura@azdeq.gov. The deadline for applications is Feb. 15th, 2008.
For program forms, the required application, & more info, visit: azdeq.gov/environ/waste/littleleague.html.
Under the Little League Recycling & Litter Control Project, ADEQ provides funding to Little League organizations throughout Arizona for banners promoting recycling to be displayed at their ball fields & for recycling containers to be placed at the fields.
ADEQ first established the Little League Recycling & Litter Control Project for the 2004 Little League season. This year, ADEQ is making a total of $15,000 available to Little Leagues interested in participating in the recycling project.
"The program is now in its fifth year and has been a grand slam," said ADEQ Director Owens. "The more kids know about recycling, the more they want to recycle. This program helps our kids, helps the Little Leagues, & most importantly, helps the environment."
Little Leagues interested in applying for grant funding from ADEQ should contact Laura Newman at (602) 771-4459 or toll free at (800) 234-5677, ext. 771-4459, or by email to newman.laura@azdeq.gov. The deadline for applications is Feb. 15th, 2008.
For program forms, the required application, & more info, visit: azdeq.gov/environ/waste/littleleague.html.
Az. State Parks Proposal of Fee Change Meetings
Arizona State Parks will hold public meetings to discuss proposed fee changes. The public is asked to attend & give comments about these fee changes at one of the four meetings held in different parts of the state.
* Southern Region public meeting for proposed fee changes will be held at Catalina State Park, Today at 6 pm. Catalina State Park is located on State Highway 77 (Oracle Road) at mile marker 81, just 9 miles north of Tucson & 6 miles north of Ina Road.
* Western Region public meeting for proposed fee changes will be held at the Water Safety Center in Lake Havasu City on Nov. 1st beginning at 6 pm. The Water Safety Center is located at 1801 Highway 95 in Lake Havasu City.
* Central Region public meeting for proposed fee changes will be held at Tonto Natural Bridge State Park on Nov. 3rd beginning at 10 am. Tonto Natural Bridge State Park is located off Highway 87, just 10 miles north of Payson.
* Phoenix area public meeting for proposed fee changes will be at the Burton Barr Public Library on Nov. 5th beginning at 5 pm. The Burton Barr Public Library is located at 1221 N. Central Ave. The meeting will take place in Meeting Room A.
Comments are also accepted by filling out a survey at: azstateparks.com or mail written comments to Arizona State Parks, Attn: Proposed Fee Changes, 1300 W. Washington St., Phoenix, Arizona 85007.
For more info about the proposed fee changes, visit: azstateparks.com/feeschedule.
* Southern Region public meeting for proposed fee changes will be held at Catalina State Park, Today at 6 pm. Catalina State Park is located on State Highway 77 (Oracle Road) at mile marker 81, just 9 miles north of Tucson & 6 miles north of Ina Road.
* Western Region public meeting for proposed fee changes will be held at the Water Safety Center in Lake Havasu City on Nov. 1st beginning at 6 pm. The Water Safety Center is located at 1801 Highway 95 in Lake Havasu City.
* Central Region public meeting for proposed fee changes will be held at Tonto Natural Bridge State Park on Nov. 3rd beginning at 10 am. Tonto Natural Bridge State Park is located off Highway 87, just 10 miles north of Payson.
* Phoenix area public meeting for proposed fee changes will be at the Burton Barr Public Library on Nov. 5th beginning at 5 pm. The Burton Barr Public Library is located at 1221 N. Central Ave. The meeting will take place in Meeting Room A.
Comments are also accepted by filling out a survey at: azstateparks.com or mail written comments to Arizona State Parks, Attn: Proposed Fee Changes, 1300 W. Washington St., Phoenix, Arizona 85007.
For more info about the proposed fee changes, visit: azstateparks.com/feeschedule.
Community Awareness For Halloween
The following are registered Sex Offenders with links to their pages on the Arizona Sex Offender InfoCenter site for the Globe-Miami, Claypool, San Carlos, & Roosevelt areas. You may search using your zip code. This is what came up with 85501 & proceeding from that zip code. There's without a doubt that the search has been updated with names & addresses. This is being posted out of concern for our communities, read each one. There have been cases elsewhere, that someone was seen peeing behind a dumpster or spousal revenge or even lies & were forced to register, so not all of these people are horrible monsters. As it is posted on the site: ANY USE OF THIS INFORMATION TO THREATEN, INTIMIDATE, HARASS, OR CREATE A CRIMINAL ACT AGAINST ANOTHER PERSON WILL RESULT IN CRIMINAL PROSECUTION.
1. David McGarry -- 5866 Pineway, Claypool, 85532
2. Jesse Bryant -- 1775 N Broad St #12, Globe, 85501
3. Thomas Clark -- 1775 N Broad St, #35, Globe, 85501
4. Brian Coffee -- 1099 E Cedar St, Globe, 85501
5. David Mikeworth -- 9338 S Russell Rd, Globe, 85501
6. Angel Spurgeon -- 8958 S Six Shooter Canyon Rd, Sp # 92, Globe, 85501
7. Billy Tarango -- 1422 Daybreak, Globe, 85501
8. James Taylor -- 402 N Hill St, Globe, 85501
9. Troy Vanderhyde -- 320 S Second St, Globe, 85501
10. David Woods -- 745 E Cedar Street, Globe, 85501
11. Frank Ramos -- 832 Merritt St, Apt B, Miami, 85539
12. Shawna Teague-belarde -- 5990 S Marion Canyon, Miami, 85539
13. Travis Huston -- 30 Chaparral Loop, Globe, 85501
14. Manuel Sanchez -- 700 Eucalyptas, Globe, 85501
15. George Berumen -- 4774 Quail Ridge Road, Globe, 85501
16. Richard Ruiz -- 1154 Euclid Ave, Globe, 85501
17. Patrick Tarango -- 396 E. Mesquite St., Apt A, Globe, 85501
18. Chris Benavidez -- Unverified, Claypool, 85501
19. Frank Stewart -- 8036 S Pinal View Drive, # 21, Globe, 85501
20. Gabriel Licano -- Unverified, Globe, 85539
21. Patrick Weaver -- 3708 US Hwy 60, Claypool, 85532
22. Ryan Richardson -- 6045 Ruth Ave, Claypool, 85532
23. Brant Palmer -- 5985 S. Palmer Ln, Claypool, 85532
24. Gerald Leach -- Unverified, Claypool, 85532
25. James Williams -- Unverified, Miami, 85539
26. Lee Joplin -- 570 Palo Verde Dr., Roosevelt, 85545
27. Rusty Hastings -- Lot 11 Turkey Dr. (Roosevelt Resort), Roosevelt, 85545
28. William Salter -- Unverified, San Carlos, 85550
29. Larson Jr. Chatlin -- White Mt Ave, San Carlos, 85550
30. Nathan Ganilla -- Gilson Wash District Pinal St Rte 6 Mi Post 12, San Carlos, 85550
31. Shawn Dillon -- 190 White Mountain Ave, San Carlos, 85542
32. Howard Romney -- 8037 S Pinal View Dr #15, Globe, 85501
33. Roy Milner -- Unverified, Miami, 85539
34. Eddie Edwards -- Rodeo Lane #89, Peridot, 85542
35. Wilson Wiley -- 355 Aravaipa Rd, Peridot, 85542
36. Austin Harney -- Peridot Siding, Periodot, 85542
37. Harley Gilbert -- Indin Route 170/70, Peridot, 85542
38. Larry Sr Dosela -- Gilson Wash Peridot Lot 48, San Carlos, 85542
39. Waylon Hinton -- Unverified, Peridot, 85542
40. Lanson Dosela -- Unverified, Peridot, 85542
1. David McGarry -- 5866 Pineway, Claypool, 85532
2. Jesse Bryant -- 1775 N Broad St #12, Globe, 85501
3. Thomas Clark -- 1775 N Broad St, #35, Globe, 85501
4. Brian Coffee -- 1099 E Cedar St, Globe, 85501
5. David Mikeworth -- 9338 S Russell Rd, Globe, 85501
6. Angel Spurgeon -- 8958 S Six Shooter Canyon Rd, Sp # 92, Globe, 85501
7. Billy Tarango -- 1422 Daybreak, Globe, 85501
8. James Taylor -- 402 N Hill St, Globe, 85501
9. Troy Vanderhyde -- 320 S Second St, Globe, 85501
10. David Woods -- 745 E Cedar Street, Globe, 85501
11. Frank Ramos -- 832 Merritt St, Apt B, Miami, 85539
12. Shawna Teague-belarde -- 5990 S Marion Canyon, Miami, 85539
13. Travis Huston -- 30 Chaparral Loop, Globe, 85501
14. Manuel Sanchez -- 700 Eucalyptas, Globe, 85501
15. George Berumen -- 4774 Quail Ridge Road, Globe, 85501
16. Richard Ruiz -- 1154 Euclid Ave, Globe, 85501
17. Patrick Tarango -- 396 E. Mesquite St., Apt A, Globe, 85501
18. Chris Benavidez -- Unverified, Claypool, 85501
19. Frank Stewart -- 8036 S Pinal View Drive, # 21, Globe, 85501
20. Gabriel Licano -- Unverified, Globe, 85539
21. Patrick Weaver -- 3708 US Hwy 60, Claypool, 85532
22. Ryan Richardson -- 6045 Ruth Ave, Claypool, 85532
23. Brant Palmer -- 5985 S. Palmer Ln, Claypool, 85532
24. Gerald Leach -- Unverified, Claypool, 85532
25. James Williams -- Unverified, Miami, 85539
26. Lee Joplin -- 570 Palo Verde Dr., Roosevelt, 85545
27. Rusty Hastings -- Lot 11 Turkey Dr. (Roosevelt Resort), Roosevelt, 85545
28. William Salter -- Unverified, San Carlos, 85550
29. Larson Jr. Chatlin -- White Mt Ave, San Carlos, 85550
30. Nathan Ganilla -- Gilson Wash District Pinal St Rte 6 Mi Post 12, San Carlos, 85550
31. Shawn Dillon -- 190 White Mountain Ave, San Carlos, 85542
32. Howard Romney -- 8037 S Pinal View Dr #15, Globe, 85501
33. Roy Milner -- Unverified, Miami, 85539
34. Eddie Edwards -- Rodeo Lane #89, Peridot, 85542
35. Wilson Wiley -- 355 Aravaipa Rd, Peridot, 85542
36. Austin Harney -- Peridot Siding, Periodot, 85542
37. Harley Gilbert -- Indin Route 170/70, Peridot, 85542
38. Larry Sr Dosela -- Gilson Wash Peridot Lot 48, San Carlos, 85542
39. Waylon Hinton -- Unverified, Peridot, 85542
40. Lanson Dosela -- Unverified, Peridot, 85542
Jet Products Penalized
From the ADEQ:
ADEQ Director Steve Owens & Attorney General Terry Goddard announced that Jet Products Co. will pay a $25,000 civil penalty for violations of Arizona's Hazardous Waste Management Act.
In Feb. 2006, ADEQ cited Jet Products for 17 major violations at the company's facility at 2600 W. Quail Ave. in Phoenix, including improperly disposing of waste contaminated with methyl ethyl ketone & chromium as solid waste rather than hazardous waste, failing to perform hazardous waste determinations for those wastes, illegally storing hazardous waste for longer than permitted, failing to perform regular training, & failing to submit required waste manifests to ADEQ.
The violations were discovered by ADEQ inspectors during a compliance inspection of the Jet Products facility in Dec. 2005.
Jet Products coats, paints, tests & assembles aluminum parts for defense, aerospace & aircraft industries at its facility.
In addition to paying the $25,000 penalty, the company also will be required to implement an Environmental Management System (EMS) to ensure that it follows state environmental laws in the future.
"Jet Products' failure to comply with the law put its workers & the community at risk," Director Owens said. "These were serious violations."
"The Attorney General's Office & ADEQ will continue to pursue companies that violate hazardous waste laws," Goddard said. "In this case, Jet Products must not only pay a financial penalty but also implement a program to analyze environmental issues on a companywide basis to keep it fully compliant with the Arizona Hazardous Waste Management Act."
Jet Products' EMS will be monitored by an auditor, who will be determined at a later date. Failure to comply with the consent judgment could lead to additional penalties of $50,000 or more.
ADEQ Director Steve Owens & Attorney General Terry Goddard announced that Jet Products Co. will pay a $25,000 civil penalty for violations of Arizona's Hazardous Waste Management Act.
In Feb. 2006, ADEQ cited Jet Products for 17 major violations at the company's facility at 2600 W. Quail Ave. in Phoenix, including improperly disposing of waste contaminated with methyl ethyl ketone & chromium as solid waste rather than hazardous waste, failing to perform hazardous waste determinations for those wastes, illegally storing hazardous waste for longer than permitted, failing to perform regular training, & failing to submit required waste manifests to ADEQ.
The violations were discovered by ADEQ inspectors during a compliance inspection of the Jet Products facility in Dec. 2005.
Jet Products coats, paints, tests & assembles aluminum parts for defense, aerospace & aircraft industries at its facility.
In addition to paying the $25,000 penalty, the company also will be required to implement an Environmental Management System (EMS) to ensure that it follows state environmental laws in the future.
"Jet Products' failure to comply with the law put its workers & the community at risk," Director Owens said. "These were serious violations."
"The Attorney General's Office & ADEQ will continue to pursue companies that violate hazardous waste laws," Goddard said. "In this case, Jet Products must not only pay a financial penalty but also implement a program to analyze environmental issues on a companywide basis to keep it fully compliant with the Arizona Hazardous Waste Management Act."
Jet Products' EMS will be monitored by an auditor, who will be determined at a later date. Failure to comply with the consent judgment could lead to additional penalties of $50,000 or more.
Monday, October 29, 2007
Now That's Monday Night Football!!!
The Packers won with 14:44 left on the clock in overtime with an 82-yard touchdown to get a win over the Broncos.
After MidNite guest and fill-in update
Mark Chesnutt will be performing live tomorrow morning in the 1 am hour. Also, Josh Turner will be a guest on After Midnite tomorrow morning sometime after 3 am.
Chuck Wicks will be the guest Thursday morning around 1 am, & Jake Owen will be on after 4 am.
Next Tuesday morning, Nov. 6th, Garth Brooks will be on After Midnite. More details on that soon.
Larry Morgan will be their correspondent at the CMA Awards starting next Tuesday morning (11/6/07) through Thursday morning (11/8/07). Blair will cut away to Larry's celebrity interviews throughout all three of those shows.
Chuck Wicks will be the guest Thursday morning around 1 am, & Jake Owen will be on after 4 am.
Next Tuesday morning, Nov. 6th, Garth Brooks will be on After Midnite. More details on that soon.
Larry Morgan will be their correspondent at the CMA Awards starting next Tuesday morning (11/6/07) through Thursday morning (11/8/07). Blair will cut away to Larry's celebrity interviews throughout all three of those shows.
Just Wait
Which pundit will share with their dittohead's that this is due to illegal immigration? I'd give it a week.
Blackwater USA Promised Immunity
The Associated Press has uncovered this startling discovery while continuing their story on the unprovoked shooting that killed 17 Iraqi civilians by Blackwater USA bodyguards. The immunity was given by the State Dept.
Ghosts of Globe Walking Tour
The groups for the Walking Tour is from 8 - 9 pm at the Jail at 149 E. Oak on Oct. 31st. The tour is $3 & not intended for kids. There will be stair climbing involved, so comfortable shoes are encouraged.
No Globe Council Meeting
Due to today being the 5th Monday of the month, there will not be a meeting of the Globe City Council.
Some DVDs Out This Week
MST3K Collection, Vol. 12
Looney Tunes: Golden Collection, Vol. 5
Family Guy: Freakin' Party Pack
U.F.C., Vol. 71
U.F.C., Vol. 72
Wanted: Dead or Alive: Season 3
Spider-Man 3
The Devil Came On Horseback
Spike Jones: The Legend
License to Wed
The Outer Limits(Original Series): Vol. 3
Slayer: Unholy Alliance Live
Live from Austin, TX: Tift Merritt
Steve Nash MVP-Basketball Fundamentals
Magnum P.I.: Complete 7th Season
Elvis #1 Hit Performances
Family Affair: Season 4
Captivity
New Ladies of Country
The Wendell Baker Story
CSI Miami: 5th Season
Talk to Me
Miami Ink: Season 1
Scrubs: Complete 6th Season
Looney Tunes: Golden Collection, Vol. 5
Family Guy: Freakin' Party Pack
U.F.C., Vol. 71
U.F.C., Vol. 72
Wanted: Dead or Alive: Season 3
Spider-Man 3
The Devil Came On Horseback
Spike Jones: The Legend
License to Wed
The Outer Limits(Original Series): Vol. 3
Slayer: Unholy Alliance Live
Live from Austin, TX: Tift Merritt
Steve Nash MVP-Basketball Fundamentals
Magnum P.I.: Complete 7th Season
Elvis #1 Hit Performances
Family Affair: Season 4
Captivity
New Ladies of Country
The Wendell Baker Story
CSI Miami: 5th Season
Talk to Me
Miami Ink: Season 1
Scrubs: Complete 6th Season
Some Country/Folk CDs Out This Week
Larry the Cable Guy - Christmastime in Larryland
Josh Turner - Everything Is Fine
The Color Fred - Bend to Break
Doug Sahm - The Return Of Wayne Douglas
The Texas Sapphires - Roadhouse Gems
Marty Robbins - Grande Ole Opry: Marty Robbins
Blue Rodeo - Small Miracles
Ben Arnold - Nevermind My Blues
Josh Turner - Everything Is Fine
The Color Fred - Bend to Break
Doug Sahm - The Return Of Wayne Douglas
The Texas Sapphires - Roadhouse Gems
Marty Robbins - Grande Ole Opry: Marty Robbins
Blue Rodeo - Small Miracles
Ben Arnold - Nevermind My Blues
Sunday, October 28, 2007
A Country Legend Passes
Porter Wagoner, 80, passed away earlier this evening after having been released into Hospice Care on Friday. He was hospitalized with an undisclosed illness almost a week ago. That illness turned out to be, lung cancer. His long and great career will not be forgotten.
Red Sox Win!!!
The Red Sox have completed their sweep of the Colorado Rockies to win the World Series.
A-Rod A Free Agent?
According to his agent, Alex Rodriguez has decided to become a free agent & opt out of his contract with the Yankees.
Miami Recreation Haunted House
This is their 12th Annual Haunted House & it's at the Miami Pool House on Oct. 29th & 30th, from 6 - 8:30 pm. Admission is $1 or 2 cans of food.
A Holiday Reminder From The Armed Forces
While the holidays may still seem far away, Americans hoping to show their support to deployed troops must be aware of some rapidly approaching deadlines. According to the Military Postal Service Agency, or MPSA, mail going parcel post must be sent by Nov. 14th, while first class mail must be sent by Dec. 10th to arrive by Dec. 25th. In addition to deadlines, several other factors must be considered when sending mail downrange. For example, each country has customs regulations that apply to all incoming mail, pertaining to everything from food items to reading materials.
Military units may also have additional restrictions concerning incoming mail imposed by unit commanders relative to size & weight to ensure logistics support can handle the heavy mail load. Finally, all packages & mail must now be addressed to individual servicemembers as required by U.S. Dept. of Defense regulations.
In order to help facilitate the mailing process & avoid many of the obstacles that come with the traditional care packages, the Army & Air Force Exchange Service, or AAFES, created "Gifts from the Homefront," a campaign that allows anyone to make a direct & tangible contribution to military morale with a gift certificate that can be redeemed for nearly anything a specific servicemember wants.
"A package from home is certainly nice, but cookies get stale & fragile electronics can break," said Lt. Col. Dean Thurmond, the AAFES' chief of communications."
A 'Gift from the Homefront' gift certificate can alleviate a great deal of burden for the post office & sender while ensuring Soldiers, Airmen, Marines & Sailors are able to get exactly what they desire or need." AAFES currently operates 53 facilities in support of operations Iraqi Freedom & Enduring Freedom. While inventories can vary from location to location, most facilities carry a full assortment of health & beauty items, toiletries, snacks & drinks.
"Gifts from the Homefront" can be sent to deployed troops by logging on to aafes.org or calling 877-770-4438. From there, the gift certificates are sent to individual servicemembers (designated by the purchaser) or distributed to "any servicemember" through the Air Force Aid Society, American Red Cross, Coalition to Salute America's Heroes, Fisher House, Navy-Marine Corps Relief Society, Operation Homefront, Operation Interdependence® or USO. "Gifts From the Homefront" gift certificates can be redeemed at exchange facilities worldwide.
As of Sept. 30, approx. 92,900 "Gifts from the Homefront" gift certificates have been sent since the Dept. of Defense approved the exchange support campaign in March 2003. More than 23,500 of these have been delivered to servicemembers & their families via AAFES' 10 charitable partners.
Military units may also have additional restrictions concerning incoming mail imposed by unit commanders relative to size & weight to ensure logistics support can handle the heavy mail load. Finally, all packages & mail must now be addressed to individual servicemembers as required by U.S. Dept. of Defense regulations.
In order to help facilitate the mailing process & avoid many of the obstacles that come with the traditional care packages, the Army & Air Force Exchange Service, or AAFES, created "Gifts from the Homefront," a campaign that allows anyone to make a direct & tangible contribution to military morale with a gift certificate that can be redeemed for nearly anything a specific servicemember wants.
"A package from home is certainly nice, but cookies get stale & fragile electronics can break," said Lt. Col. Dean Thurmond, the AAFES' chief of communications."
A 'Gift from the Homefront' gift certificate can alleviate a great deal of burden for the post office & sender while ensuring Soldiers, Airmen, Marines & Sailors are able to get exactly what they desire or need." AAFES currently operates 53 facilities in support of operations Iraqi Freedom & Enduring Freedom. While inventories can vary from location to location, most facilities carry a full assortment of health & beauty items, toiletries, snacks & drinks.
"Gifts from the Homefront" can be sent to deployed troops by logging on to aafes.org or calling 877-770-4438. From there, the gift certificates are sent to individual servicemembers (designated by the purchaser) or distributed to "any servicemember" through the Air Force Aid Society, American Red Cross, Coalition to Salute America's Heroes, Fisher House, Navy-Marine Corps Relief Society, Operation Homefront, Operation Interdependence® or USO. "Gifts From the Homefront" gift certificates can be redeemed at exchange facilities worldwide.
As of Sept. 30, approx. 92,900 "Gifts from the Homefront" gift certificates have been sent since the Dept. of Defense approved the exchange support campaign in March 2003. More than 23,500 of these have been delivered to servicemembers & their families via AAFES' 10 charitable partners.
Old Dominion Parking Lot Will Be Closed
The Old Dominion Parking Lot will not be available for parking after 2 pm on Oct. 31st. The River of Life Church will be hosting a Harvest Celebration from 5 pm - 7 pm. Again, barricades go up at 2 pm. The River of Life Church would like to thank you for your cooperation, & invites you to their Harvest Celebration.
Saturday, October 27, 2007
Gilbert Halloween Carnival
The Gilbert Halloween Carnival is today at the Freestone Park Ball Field Complex at 1045 E. Juniper Ave. (South of Guadalupe, off of Lindsay) from 5 - 9 pm.
People For The West November Meeting
Their monthly meeting is at Guayo's El Ray in Miami on November 8th. The no host dinner is from 6 -7 pm, with the meeting starting at 7 pm. For more info, call 425-3754.
ADEQ Announces New VEI Station
ADEQ Director Steve Owens has announced that ADEQ plans to open a new vehicle emissions inspection (VEI) station on Deer Valley Rd. to serve the rapidly growing N. Phoenix area. The new VEI station, located at 501 W. Deer Valley Rd., will open in Jan. '09 when the department's new contract with Gordon-Darby, Inc. goes into effect.
The opening coincide's with the closing of an underutilized north Phoenix VEI station, located at 15349 N. 40th St. That station islocated in a commercial shopping center & is surrounded by a residential area, where complaints have been frequent about the noise it generates.
"This new station will make it easier & more convenient for those who live or work north of Bell Rd. & in other parts of N. Phoenix to get their cars inspected," Director Owens said. "In addition to being conveniently located, the station will have shorter wait times as well as programmable signs with updated information on wait times."
The new, 3-lane inspection station will be located near Loop 101 & I-17 & is expected to handle more than half of the current motorists using the 40th St. VEI station along with those who live & work farther north. It's expected to handle 80,000 inspections annually. Each inspection lane will have the capability to perform all types of emissions inspections including 2 on-board diagnostic (OBD) inspections simultaneously.
The station will be able to quickly and efficiently inspect both conventional- and OBD-equipped vehicles. For more info on ADEQ's VEI program, including locations of all inspection stations & wait-time updates, please visit: myazcar.com.
The opening coincide's with the closing of an underutilized north Phoenix VEI station, located at 15349 N. 40th St. That station islocated in a commercial shopping center & is surrounded by a residential area, where complaints have been frequent about the noise it generates.
"This new station will make it easier & more convenient for those who live or work north of Bell Rd. & in other parts of N. Phoenix to get their cars inspected," Director Owens said. "In addition to being conveniently located, the station will have shorter wait times as well as programmable signs with updated information on wait times."
The new, 3-lane inspection station will be located near Loop 101 & I-17 & is expected to handle more than half of the current motorists using the 40th St. VEI station along with those who live & work farther north. It's expected to handle 80,000 inspections annually. Each inspection lane will have the capability to perform all types of emissions inspections including 2 on-board diagnostic (OBD) inspections simultaneously.
The station will be able to quickly and efficiently inspect both conventional- and OBD-equipped vehicles. For more info on ADEQ's VEI program, including locations of all inspection stations & wait-time updates, please visit: myazcar.com.
Free Haunted House
The free Haunted House is on Oct. 29th & 30th, from 7 - 9 pm at the Globe Christian Center on Maple St. by the Globe High School. Discretion is advised...it may be too intense for children.
Florence's Family Movie Night
Families living in Florence, tonight is movie night. The Town of Florence Parks & Recreation Dept. will play host when they present the movie “How to Eat Fried Worms” at 7:45 pm at the Heritage Park. So, round up the family, bring your blankets or lawn chairs, and they’ll provide free popcorn & refreshments.
Pinal Co. B.O.S Chairman David Snider Monthly Hours
Pinal Co. Board of Supervisors Chairman David Snider will hold his monthly Maricopa office hours on Nov. 6th. The Chairman invites anyone who might have a question or comment about Pinal Co. government and its operations to come in a pay a visit.
Chairman Snider will be at the interim Maricopa City Hall located at 45145 W. Madison Avenue from 9 am until 5 pm. If you'd like to schedule a specific time to meet with the Supervisor, please call his office at 836-0003.
Chairman Snider will be at the interim Maricopa City Hall located at 45145 W. Madison Avenue from 9 am until 5 pm. If you'd like to schedule a specific time to meet with the Supervisor, please call his office at 836-0003.
Cobre Valley Community Hospital Health Fair Today
The Health Fair will be held in the Cobre Valley Community Hospital's Medical Conference Room from 10 am to 2 pm. They are having free screening's, health and exercise tips, free VIN etching, holiday safety, child safety, a book fair, give-a-ways, food, drinks, & drawings.
Also, from 9:30 am to 2 pm, they are holding a Blood Drive in conjunction with United Blood Services.
Also, from 9:30 am to 2 pm, they are holding a Blood Drive in conjunction with United Blood Services.
Friday, October 26, 2007
Porter Wagoner Released From The Hospital
Porter Wagoner was hospitalized on Oct. 18th, in serious condition. He has since been diagnosed with lung cancer, & was moved to hospice care facility on Oct. 26th.
Get A Free Taco
On Oct. 30th, Taco Bell is giving a free taco to everyone between 2 - 5 pm, due to Red Sox Outfielder Jacoby Ellsbury's stolen base during yesterday's Game 2 of the World Series. The Red Sox lead the Rockies 2 - 0 in the World Series.
Pinal Co. Urges Pet Owner To Spay & Neuter Pets
The Pinal Co. Animal Care & Control urges pet owners to spay & neuter all companion animals, especially cats and dogs. Arizona’s special Pet Friendly license plates generate funds specifically used toward spay & neuter programs. A little more than half of the special plate fee goes into a spay/neuter fund. The Co. applies to the fund for grants & was awarded a grant of $9,500. Unfortunately, the cost to spay & neuter the County’s animal population far exceeds the grant funding. More donations are still needed to meet demand.
Pinal Co. has 2 programs that aim to reduce the number of unwanted animals through spay & neuter programs. There are mobile clinics announced during certain times of the year (watch co.pinal.az.us/AnimalControl for announcements). The other program's a voucher program offering discounted spay or neuter surgery. Donations to either program are vitally needed & every penny counts.
To donate, mail your contribution to:
Pinal County Animal Control
Attn: Spay/Neuter Program
P.O. 3061 RS Casa Grande, Az 85230
You may also donate in person. Visit the shelter at 764 South Eleven Mile Corner Road in Casa Grande weekdays from 8 am - 5 pm.
Pet overpopulation has reached near epidemic proportions. The problem grows larger when people don’t spay or neuter their animals. One male dog can sire over 750 offspring during a lifetime. Shelters, breed rescue groups & humane societies across the nation have many more animals than they can care for, leading to rising euthanasia rates. As a result, State law requires pets adopted from the shelter to be spayed or neutered.
Pinal County Animal Care & Control’s website (co.pinal.az.us/AnimalControl) has additional info for people considering spay/neuter programs or pet adoption.
Pinal County Animal Control is located at 764 South Eleven Mile Corner Road in Casa Grande weekdays from 8 am - 5 pm. Adoption hours are between 9 am - 4 pm weekdays & Saturdays from 9 am - noon. The San Manuel shelter, located at 27390 South Veterans Memorial Boulevard, is open by appointment only.
Pinal Co. has 2 programs that aim to reduce the number of unwanted animals through spay & neuter programs. There are mobile clinics announced during certain times of the year (watch co.pinal.az.us/AnimalControl for announcements). The other program's a voucher program offering discounted spay or neuter surgery. Donations to either program are vitally needed & every penny counts.
To donate, mail your contribution to:
Pinal County Animal Control
Attn: Spay/Neuter Program
P.O. 3061 RS Casa Grande, Az 85230
You may also donate in person. Visit the shelter at 764 South Eleven Mile Corner Road in Casa Grande weekdays from 8 am - 5 pm.
Pet overpopulation has reached near epidemic proportions. The problem grows larger when people don’t spay or neuter their animals. One male dog can sire over 750 offspring during a lifetime. Shelters, breed rescue groups & humane societies across the nation have many more animals than they can care for, leading to rising euthanasia rates. As a result, State law requires pets adopted from the shelter to be spayed or neutered.
Pinal County Animal Care & Control’s website (co.pinal.az.us/AnimalControl) has additional info for people considering spay/neuter programs or pet adoption.
Pinal County Animal Control is located at 764 South Eleven Mile Corner Road in Casa Grande weekdays from 8 am - 5 pm. Adoption hours are between 9 am - 4 pm weekdays & Saturdays from 9 am - noon. The San Manuel shelter, located at 27390 South Veterans Memorial Boulevard, is open by appointment only.
Thursday, October 25, 2007
Sales People Wanted
The Ride 94 wants YOU!!! That's right, we're looking for a few good men & women who'd like to join our sales staff. If you like meeting new people, working flexible hours, & the thought of getting paid for it, then you need to fax your resume to 928-425-5063. You can e-mail your resume to krde@cableone.net.
30 Eloy Homes Rehabilitated
Some residents in Pinal Co.’s Housing Division Section 8 housing will weather the seasonal changes much easier thanks to a public-private partnership. Thirty multi-family homes located in Eloy were rehabilitated by the Community Action Human Resources Agency (CAHRA) as part of a special project by the organization.
Before the rehabilitation could occur an audit was performed on each of the units which included carbon monoxide testing, room pressure testing, zonal pressure testing & blower door testing. The results of the audit found a problem area with the duct work in many of the homes. Once the audit was completed, work started on removing the evaporative cooling units & replacing them with efficient air conditioners & heat pumps. Each of the homes will be visited by an energy conservation counselor to show them how to use an air conditioner versus an evaporative cooler.
District 1 Supervisor Lionel Ruiz inspected one of the homes that had been refurbished & was impressed with the scope of work done to make sure the houses were energy efficient.
To help complete the project, Arizona Public Service generously donated $95,000 to CAHRA for the home rehabilitation.
Before the rehabilitation could occur an audit was performed on each of the units which included carbon monoxide testing, room pressure testing, zonal pressure testing & blower door testing. The results of the audit found a problem area with the duct work in many of the homes. Once the audit was completed, work started on removing the evaporative cooling units & replacing them with efficient air conditioners & heat pumps. Each of the homes will be visited by an energy conservation counselor to show them how to use an air conditioner versus an evaporative cooler.
District 1 Supervisor Lionel Ruiz inspected one of the homes that had been refurbished & was impressed with the scope of work done to make sure the houses were energy efficient.
To help complete the project, Arizona Public Service generously donated $95,000 to CAHRA for the home rehabilitation.
Wednesday, October 24, 2007
Intel Bringing A New Plant To Chandler
Intel is opening a $3 billion factory in Arizona to further compete with Advanced Micro Devices Inc. The plant will manufacture microprocessors for Intel, making it Intels first plant to soley undertake that process.
After MidNite Guest & Fill-In Update:
Dwight Yoakam will be tomorrow morning’s guest in the 4 am hour.
Mark Chesnutt is their next guest at 1 am this coming Tuesday morning.
Josh Turner will be also be Tuesday morning at 3 am.
Larry Morgan will fill in for Blair until this coming Monday morning. Blair will be back on Tuesday morning.
Plus, Garth Brooks will be on the show in the coming weeks, & Larry Morgan will be the correspondent at the CMA Awards in November.
Mark Chesnutt is their next guest at 1 am this coming Tuesday morning.
Josh Turner will be also be Tuesday morning at 3 am.
Larry Morgan will fill in for Blair until this coming Monday morning. Blair will be back on Tuesday morning.
Plus, Garth Brooks will be on the show in the coming weeks, & Larry Morgan will be the correspondent at the CMA Awards in November.
Mitel Bringing Jobs To Arizona
Gov. Janet Napolitano, along with Mitel Chairman Terry Matthews, CEO Don Smith & Norman Stout, CEO of Mitel US, today announced Mitel’s intention to pursue future expansion in Arizona. Mitel, a leading provider of business communications solutions operating in more than 90 countries, acquired Tempe, Ariz.-based Inter-Tel in August. Mitel has now consolidated its U.S. operations into the former Inter-Tel headquarters in Arizona.
The Arizona-based Mitel laboratories have the research & development responsibilities for all Mitel’s small & medium business (SMB) solutions & next-generation collaboration applications.
The Governor also agreed to explore additional opportunities for Mitel to work with the Az. Dept. of Commerce to grow the company while improving the local workforce through job training & research & development grants.
The Arizona-based Mitel laboratories have the research & development responsibilities for all Mitel’s small & medium business (SMB) solutions & next-generation collaboration applications.
The Governor also agreed to explore additional opportunities for Mitel to work with the Az. Dept. of Commerce to grow the company while improving the local workforce through job training & research & development grants.
Hostess Giving Away Another NHRA Trip
Hostess is once again giving you race fans a chance to win a trip to an upcoming NHRA event, & many chances to win instantly thanks to their sponsorship of their Hostess ‘Race Divas’. They’ll have that posted very soon at hostesscakes.com. All you’ll have to do is check hostesscakes.com to find out how you can win with America’s all-time favorite snack cakes.
California Fire Updates
For the quickest information, visit fark.com and scroll to where it show's "Southern California Fires - Discussion Thread #9" for example. Click on the parentheses for the best updates. For the most recent information posted on that forum, scroll to the bottom of that page. They will update the forums once they reach a maximum point for that thread. The posters on Fark are doing a superb job & are the most reliable. They have the information up faster than the regular media can report it.
Halloween Activities In Maricopa County
The State Parks in Maricopa Co. have a few Halloween festivities for everybody to enjoy.
October 26
· Go a little batty! Forget about the cartoon and movie characters, come out to San Tan Mountain Regional Park Visitor’s Center at 7 pm & meet the real batman. Bill “Batman” Burger, Az. Game & Fish Dept., will provide a captivating presentation on the night-flying creatures that eventually came to be known as bats. As a special bonus, the Batman will bring a bat for audience members to observe.
October 27
· Arizona ghost stories. The infamous Madame Larushka will channel her energy around a blazing bonfire at Estrella Mountain Regional Park at 7 pm & entertain guests with stories of old west ghosts, mysteries, murder & mayhem! If you’re lucky, Madame Larushka will bring in a few authentic historical visitors from the other side on this magical night! Bring chairs, blankets and get ready to enjoy this family friendly, yet scary night.
· Little monster bash. Dress your little tykes in their favorite Halloween costumes & head on out to White Tank Mountain Regional Park for the annual Monster Bash beginning at 6 pm. Wear your hiking shoes, bring your flashlights & trick-or-treat along a haunted trail where you’re bound to meet up with several ghoulish creatures. This is a children’s event; however, well-behaved parents & grandparents are invited to come along & join in the fun.
· Haunted hike. San Tan Mountain Regional Park has planned a night full of fright & delight in the Sonoran Desert beginning at 6 pm. Liberty Wildlife will kick off the event with an engaging presentation on owls & birds. As a special treat, they'll release one of these feathered friends into the night sky. At 7 pm the group will set out on a 2-mile Full Moon Hike to discover the haunting sounds & strange history of the park. Don’t forget to wear your scary Halloween costumes & bring a goodie bag to collect treats along the way. Flashlights are permitted, but not necessary. Please bring plenty of water & proper hiking footwear.
· Hike by the light of the silvery moon. Experience the uniqueness of the Spur Cross Ranch Conservation Area as it undergoes a spectacular transformation under the illumination of the silver moon. To kick off the 7 pm hike, Liberty Wildlife will release a rehabilitated Great Horned Owl. Flashlights are permitted, but not necessary. Please bring plenty of water & proper hiking footwear.
For additional info on the festivities, fees & park locations, visit: maricopa.gov/parks.
October 26
· Go a little batty! Forget about the cartoon and movie characters, come out to San Tan Mountain Regional Park Visitor’s Center at 7 pm & meet the real batman. Bill “Batman” Burger, Az. Game & Fish Dept., will provide a captivating presentation on the night-flying creatures that eventually came to be known as bats. As a special bonus, the Batman will bring a bat for audience members to observe.
October 27
· Arizona ghost stories. The infamous Madame Larushka will channel her energy around a blazing bonfire at Estrella Mountain Regional Park at 7 pm & entertain guests with stories of old west ghosts, mysteries, murder & mayhem! If you’re lucky, Madame Larushka will bring in a few authentic historical visitors from the other side on this magical night! Bring chairs, blankets and get ready to enjoy this family friendly, yet scary night.
· Little monster bash. Dress your little tykes in their favorite Halloween costumes & head on out to White Tank Mountain Regional Park for the annual Monster Bash beginning at 6 pm. Wear your hiking shoes, bring your flashlights & trick-or-treat along a haunted trail where you’re bound to meet up with several ghoulish creatures. This is a children’s event; however, well-behaved parents & grandparents are invited to come along & join in the fun.
· Haunted hike. San Tan Mountain Regional Park has planned a night full of fright & delight in the Sonoran Desert beginning at 6 pm. Liberty Wildlife will kick off the event with an engaging presentation on owls & birds. As a special treat, they'll release one of these feathered friends into the night sky. At 7 pm the group will set out on a 2-mile Full Moon Hike to discover the haunting sounds & strange history of the park. Don’t forget to wear your scary Halloween costumes & bring a goodie bag to collect treats along the way. Flashlights are permitted, but not necessary. Please bring plenty of water & proper hiking footwear.
· Hike by the light of the silvery moon. Experience the uniqueness of the Spur Cross Ranch Conservation Area as it undergoes a spectacular transformation under the illumination of the silver moon. To kick off the 7 pm hike, Liberty Wildlife will release a rehabilitated Great Horned Owl. Flashlights are permitted, but not necessary. Please bring plenty of water & proper hiking footwear.
For additional info on the festivities, fees & park locations, visit: maricopa.gov/parks.
Century 21 Platinum Real Estate "Big Open House Extravaganza"
Century 21 Platinum Real Estate located at 1316 N. Broad Street #8 in Globe will hold a "Big Open House Extravaganza" from 11 am till sunset on Oct. 26th. There will be food, prizes and lot tours every hour. They'll hold a ribbon cutting at 12:30 pm. Come join the fun & help them celebrate their open house.
Tuesday, October 23, 2007
Trial Set For Now Former Day-Care Owner
Gregory Vernon will go to trial in February facing child molestation charges & for failing to registering as a sex offender.
Florence's Family Movie Night
Families living in Florence, mark Oct. 27th on your calendar as a movie night. The Town of Florence Parks & Recreation Dept. will play host when they present the movie “How to Eat Fried Worms” at 7:45 pm at the Heritage Park. So, round up the family, bring your blankets or lawn chairs, and they’ll provide free popcorn & refreshments.
Globe Firefighters To Assist In California
Jim Lowery, Stephanie Melberg, Scott Cameron, & Gary Robinson are bringing a Type 3 engine from the Canyon Fire Dept. to assist in Malibu with structure protections. Also, Bob Arthur from the Globe Fire Dept. will respond with a Type 1 Management Team to assist with the fires in California.
Monday, October 22, 2007
Heritage Health Care Center’s Fall Festival
Celebrate the Fall Season at the Heritage Health Care Center’s Fall Festival on Oct. 26th from 3 - 6 pm. Don’t miss out!!!
I-17 To Close At Night For Work
I-17 is scheduled to be closed in both directions at the Carefree Highway interchange in north Phoenix from 10 pm - 5 am each nightly starting this evening through Thursday morning for the placement of girders for a wider bridge being constructed at the interchange.
ADOT says I-17 traffic will detour along the off- and on-ramps at the Carefree Highway interchange. Drivers are encouraged to prepare for minor delays and to allow for extra travel time during the overnight restrictions.
The I-17 interchange at the Carefree Highway is being reconstructed as part of the 20-year Regional Transportation Plan to improve the Valley’s transportation system. A wider Carefree Highway bridge over I-17 will be better able to accommodate increased traffic in the area. For more info, visit azdot.gov and click on “Valley Freeways.”
ADOT says I-17 traffic will detour along the off- and on-ramps at the Carefree Highway interchange. Drivers are encouraged to prepare for minor delays and to allow for extra travel time during the overnight restrictions.
The I-17 interchange at the Carefree Highway is being reconstructed as part of the 20-year Regional Transportation Plan to improve the Valley’s transportation system. A wider Carefree Highway bridge over I-17 will be better able to accommodate increased traffic in the area. For more info, visit azdot.gov and click on “Valley Freeways.”
Owens Forced To Cancel
ADEQ Director Steve Owens will not be at the Democratic Club’s meeting this Wednesday. He’s been called out of state. They are working on rescheduling Mr. Owens.
Some DVDs Out This Week
The Sopranos: Season 6, Part 2
The L Word: Complete 4th Season
Rey Mysterio: Biggest Little Man
Tales from the Crypt: Complete 7th Season
The Adventures of Young Indiana Jones: Vol. 1
Hellraiser: 20th Anniv. Ed.
The Shining (2-Disc Spec. Ed.)
Carole King: Welcome to My Living Room
The Super Powers Team: Galactic Guardians
Mr. Brooks
Barbara Stanwyck Collection
United Artists Cinema Greats Collection, Set 1
United Artists Cinema Greats Collection, Set 2
United Artists Cinema Greats Collection, Set 3
Jim Thorpe: All American
Alabama: Greatest Video Hits
Meet the Robinsons
Wild Style (25th Anniv. Ed.)
Hostel - Part II
2001 - A Space Odyssey (2-Disc Spec. Ed.)
Black Sabbath
A Clockwork Orange (2-Disc Spec. Ed.)
NCIS: 4th Season
The L Word: Complete 4th Season
Rey Mysterio: Biggest Little Man
Tales from the Crypt: Complete 7th Season
The Adventures of Young Indiana Jones: Vol. 1
Hellraiser: 20th Anniv. Ed.
The Shining (2-Disc Spec. Ed.)
Carole King: Welcome to My Living Room
The Super Powers Team: Galactic Guardians
Mr. Brooks
Barbara Stanwyck Collection
United Artists Cinema Greats Collection, Set 1
United Artists Cinema Greats Collection, Set 2
United Artists Cinema Greats Collection, Set 3
Jim Thorpe: All American
Alabama: Greatest Video Hits
Meet the Robinsons
Wild Style (25th Anniv. Ed.)
Hostel - Part II
2001 - A Space Odyssey (2-Disc Spec. Ed.)
Black Sabbath
A Clockwork Orange (2-Disc Spec. Ed.)
NCIS: 4th Season
Home of the Brave
Atlanta Rhythm Section: Champagne Jam: Live
Eyes Wide Shut (2-Disc Spec. Ed.)
A Christmas Carol (Ultimate Collector's Ed.)
Mind Of Mencia: Uncensored Season 3
Veronica Mars: Complete 3rd Season
Barry Lyndon
Black Sunday
Saw III
The Adventures of Aquaman: Complete Collection
Harcastle And McCormick: Final Season
Atlanta Rhythm Section: Champagne Jam: Live
Eyes Wide Shut (2-Disc Spec. Ed.)
A Christmas Carol (Ultimate Collector's Ed.)
Mind Of Mencia: Uncensored Season 3
Veronica Mars: Complete 3rd Season
Barry Lyndon
Black Sunday
Saw III
The Adventures of Aquaman: Complete Collection
Harcastle And McCormick: Final Season
Some Country/Folk CDs Out This Week
Carrie Underwood - Carnival Ride
Dwight Yoakam - Dwight Sings Buck
Rissi Palmer - Rissi Palmer
Ty Herndon - A Ty Herndon Christmas
Gary Allan - Living Hard
Neil Young - Chrome Dreams II
Various Artists - Bluegrass Christmas
Dwight Yoakam - Dwight Sings Buck
Rissi Palmer - Rissi Palmer
Ty Herndon - A Ty Herndon Christmas
Gary Allan - Living Hard
Neil Young - Chrome Dreams II
Various Artists - Bluegrass Christmas
Sunday, October 21, 2007
Elks East District Shoot Coming
The Pinal Mountain Elks # 2809 had 18 local athletes participate in the 3rd Annual Soccer Kick at Besh Ba Gowa on Oct. 14th. Thirteen kids from Globe-Miami won positions for the ELKS EAST DISTRICT soccer shoot. Junior athletes from 10 Elks Lodges in Central & Eastern Arizona will come to Globe on Oct. 28th, & compete for berths in the East District Shoot.
Registration for the EAST District Shoot out begins on the morning of Oct. 28th, at about 9 am. Coffee & refreshments will be available. Kids will need to bring proof of their age. The KICK, will be at the Globe Athletic fields (Soccer Field) on Hagen Road. Following the meet, every one is invited back to the Pinal Mountain Lodge for lunch, refreshments & the awards ceremony.
After the winners for the girls & boys divisions are announced, arrangements will be made for attending the Arizona Elks State Soccer Shoot in Tempe on Nov. 11th. If you have any questions, please call Kevin Kenney at 402-9204.
Registration for the EAST District Shoot out begins on the morning of Oct. 28th, at about 9 am. Coffee & refreshments will be available. Kids will need to bring proof of their age. The KICK, will be at the Globe Athletic fields (Soccer Field) on Hagen Road. Following the meet, every one is invited back to the Pinal Mountain Lodge for lunch, refreshments & the awards ceremony.
After the winners for the girls & boys divisions are announced, arrangements will be made for attending the Arizona Elks State Soccer Shoot in Tempe on Nov. 11th. If you have any questions, please call Kevin Kenney at 402-9204.
Blood Drive at CVCH Health Fair
The blood drive's during the Cobre Valley Community Hospital's Health Fair on Oct. 27th, from 9:30 am - 3 pm. Call 425-3261 to schedule an appointment.
Saturday, October 20, 2007
David Edgar Welsh's Last, Wasn't His First
After prior molestation charges in the '80's, David Edgar Welsh was at it again after being allowed to teach again in Arizona.
River of Life Church Harvest Celebration
River of Life Church will hold their Harvest Celebration on Oct. 31st, from 5 - 7 pm. The Harvest Celebration will be in the Old Dominion Parking Lot in downtown Globe. They'll have games, prizes, giveaways, a raffle, food, drinks, face painting, an air bounce house, crime scene investigation & more. Tickets are 25 cents each or 5 for $1. Come on down & join in the fun & games for all ages. For additional info, call 425-2349.
Dr. Sawchuk Honored
Peter Sawchuk, MD, JD, MBA, of Lake Havasu City, AZ, received the James D. Mills Outstanding Contribution to Emergency Medicine Award during the annual meeting of the American College of Emergency Physicians (ACEP) last week in Seattle.
The James D. Mills Award for Outstanding Contributions to Emergency Medicine is named for ACEP’s 2nd president, & is the 2nd highest honor the organization confers.
During his 27 years as an ACEP member, Dr. Sawchuk chaired the emergency medicine group management section, the coding & nomenclature advisory committee, & the by-laws committee. He's served on the public relations, educational meetings & reimbursement committees. A long-time member of the ACEP Council, Dr. Sawchuk's a recipient of the Council Meritorious Award. He's served on the Arizona & New Jersey chapters of ACEP.
Dr. Sawchuk earned his medical degree from New York Medical College, a MBA from Rutgers University Graduate School of Management, & a doctor of laws from Seton Hall School of Law.
ACEP's a national medical specialty society representing emergency medicine with more than 25,000 members. ACEP's committed to advancing emergency care through continuing education, research & public education. Headquartered in Dallas, Texas, ACEP has 53 chapters representing each state, as well as Puerto Rico & the District of Columbia. A Government Services Chapter represents emergency physicians employed by military branches & other government agencies.
ACEP is a national medical specialty society representing emergency medicine with more than 25,000 members. ACEP's committed to advancing emergency care through continuing education, research & public education. Headquartered in Dallas, Texas, ACEP has 53 chapters representing each state, as well as Puerto Rico & the District of Columbia. A Government Services Chapter represents emergency physicians employed by military branches & other government agencies.
The James D. Mills Award for Outstanding Contributions to Emergency Medicine is named for ACEP’s 2nd president, & is the 2nd highest honor the organization confers.
During his 27 years as an ACEP member, Dr. Sawchuk chaired the emergency medicine group management section, the coding & nomenclature advisory committee, & the by-laws committee. He's served on the public relations, educational meetings & reimbursement committees. A long-time member of the ACEP Council, Dr. Sawchuk's a recipient of the Council Meritorious Award. He's served on the Arizona & New Jersey chapters of ACEP.
Dr. Sawchuk earned his medical degree from New York Medical College, a MBA from Rutgers University Graduate School of Management, & a doctor of laws from Seton Hall School of Law.
ACEP's a national medical specialty society representing emergency medicine with more than 25,000 members. ACEP's committed to advancing emergency care through continuing education, research & public education. Headquartered in Dallas, Texas, ACEP has 53 chapters representing each state, as well as Puerto Rico & the District of Columbia. A Government Services Chapter represents emergency physicians employed by military branches & other government agencies.
ACEP is a national medical specialty society representing emergency medicine with more than 25,000 members. ACEP's committed to advancing emergency care through continuing education, research & public education. Headquartered in Dallas, Texas, ACEP has 53 chapters representing each state, as well as Puerto Rico & the District of Columbia. A Government Services Chapter represents emergency physicians employed by military branches & other government agencies.
Pinal County Health Officials Address 'Superbug'
Recent news stories have brought newly found attention to commonly diagnosed infections caused by MRSA, or Methicillin Resistant Staphylococcus aureus. Pinal Co. Public Health officials are reminding citizens of simple precautions to prevent MRSA infections.
Staphylococcus aureus, often referred to as “Staph,” are bacteria commonly carried on the skin or in the noses of healthy people. Staph can sometimes cause infections. Most of these skin infections are minor & can be treated without antibiotics. Staph, can sometimes cause serious infections that must be treated with antibiotics. Some strains of staph are resistant to antibiotics. MRSA is a type of staph that's resistant to a group of antibiotics that includes penicillin, methicillin, & amoxicillin. However, it can be treated with other antibiotics.
The most effective way to prevent MRSA is to practice good hygiene. For example:
1. Keep your hands clean by washing thoroughly with soap & water or using an alcohol-based hand sanitizer.
2. Keep cuts and scrapes clean & covered with a bandage until healed.
3. Avoid contact with other people’s wounds or bandages.
4. Avoid sharing personal items such as towels or razors.
If you've been diagnosed with MRSA you can prevent spreading it to others by following these steps:
1. Cover your wound. Keep wounds that are draining or have pus covered with clean, dry bandages. Follow your healthcare provider’s instructions on proper care of the wound. Pus from infected wounds can contain staph & MRSA, so keeping the infection covered will help prevent the spread to others. Bandages or tape can be discarded with the regular trash.
2. Clean your hands. You, your family, & others in close contact should wash their hands frequently with soap & warm water or use an alcohol-based hand sanitizer, especially after changing the bandage or touching the infected wound.
3. Do not share personal items. Avoid sharing personal items such as towels, washcloths, razors, clothing or uniforms that may have had contact with the infected wound or bandage. Wash sheets, towels & clothes with warm water & laundry detergent if they are soiled or had contact with the infected area. Drying clothes in a hot dryer, rather than air-drying, also helps kill bacteria in clothes.
4. Talk to your doctor. Tell any healthcare providers who treat you that you have or had a staph or MRSA skin infection.
For more information about MRSA, call the Pinal Co. Public Health at (520) 866-7355, or the Arizona Dept. of Health Services at (602) 364-4562.
You can also find info concerning staph and MRSA infections on the Az. Dept. of Health Services website at: azdhs.gov/phs/oids/epi/disease/mrsa/mrsa_g.
Staphylococcus aureus, often referred to as “Staph,” are bacteria commonly carried on the skin or in the noses of healthy people. Staph can sometimes cause infections. Most of these skin infections are minor & can be treated without antibiotics. Staph, can sometimes cause serious infections that must be treated with antibiotics. Some strains of staph are resistant to antibiotics. MRSA is a type of staph that's resistant to a group of antibiotics that includes penicillin, methicillin, & amoxicillin. However, it can be treated with other antibiotics.
The most effective way to prevent MRSA is to practice good hygiene. For example:
1. Keep your hands clean by washing thoroughly with soap & water or using an alcohol-based hand sanitizer.
2. Keep cuts and scrapes clean & covered with a bandage until healed.
3. Avoid contact with other people’s wounds or bandages.
4. Avoid sharing personal items such as towels or razors.
If you've been diagnosed with MRSA you can prevent spreading it to others by following these steps:
1. Cover your wound. Keep wounds that are draining or have pus covered with clean, dry bandages. Follow your healthcare provider’s instructions on proper care of the wound. Pus from infected wounds can contain staph & MRSA, so keeping the infection covered will help prevent the spread to others. Bandages or tape can be discarded with the regular trash.
2. Clean your hands. You, your family, & others in close contact should wash their hands frequently with soap & warm water or use an alcohol-based hand sanitizer, especially after changing the bandage or touching the infected wound.
3. Do not share personal items. Avoid sharing personal items such as towels, washcloths, razors, clothing or uniforms that may have had contact with the infected wound or bandage. Wash sheets, towels & clothes with warm water & laundry detergent if they are soiled or had contact with the infected area. Drying clothes in a hot dryer, rather than air-drying, also helps kill bacteria in clothes.
4. Talk to your doctor. Tell any healthcare providers who treat you that you have or had a staph or MRSA skin infection.
For more information about MRSA, call the Pinal Co. Public Health at (520) 866-7355, or the Arizona Dept. of Health Services at (602) 364-4562.
You can also find info concerning staph and MRSA infections on the Az. Dept. of Health Services website at: azdhs.gov/phs/oids/epi/disease/mrsa/mrsa_g.
2005 Salem 23.5 foot Travel Trailer for Sale
Only used a couple of times. Sleeps up to six, 2 slide outs, queen master bed, 2 bunk beds, dining table drops to a bed, large refrigerator, shower & tub, toilet, 13,000 BTU air conditioning, central heating, two brand new deep cycle batteries, two 7 gallon propane tanks, stereo, CD player, microwave oven, satellite and cable capable, UHF antenna, 6 gallon hot water heater, black/grey/white tanks (all 46 gallon). They are asking for the pay off which is $17,500 FIRM.
Also for sale are 2 new deep cycle marine batteries at $75 each, a Martin Prowler Bow and Case for $100, & a washer for $100.
If you are interested in any of these items, call Cliff at (928) 812-3568.
Also for sale are 2 new deep cycle marine batteries at $75 each, a Martin Prowler Bow and Case for $100, & a washer for $100.
If you are interested in any of these items, call Cliff at (928) 812-3568.
Friday, October 19, 2007
Work Postponed On Eastbound US 60 at Crismon Rd.
The scheduled work this weekend that would close Eastbound US 60 (Superstition Freeway) at Crismon Road in east Mesa has been postponed. ADOT says the planned closure, allowing crews to work on freeway deck joints, will be rescheduled on a future weekend.
Getting Away With Assault
A now former teacher in training within the Globe School District has gotten away with assault on the little kids he was in charge of only a year ago. Seems the jury of his peers were all like him, abusive douchebags that like to hurt kids & have a tator tot sized brain.
GCC Gets $24,000 From ADOT
The Arizona Dept. of Transportation has announced that Gila Community College has been awarded $24,000 to be used for the following Workforce Development Training programs: Heavy Equipment, Construction Math, Commercial Drivers License training, & Welding Technology. This is the 2nd grant that Gila Community College has received from ADOT and funding is used for training adult learners who aspire to enter the highway construction trades.
The scholarships will pay for tuition for full-time enrollment status. If a student is successful the 1st semester he/she will be eligible for scholarship funding for the 2nd semester.
Step out of the ordinary & train for a career you’ll truly love. Gila Community College offers a variety of workforce development programs to meet your needs. For more info, contact Gila Community College at (928) 425-8481.
The scholarships will pay for tuition for full-time enrollment status. If a student is successful the 1st semester he/she will be eligible for scholarship funding for the 2nd semester.
Step out of the ordinary & train for a career you’ll truly love. Gila Community College offers a variety of workforce development programs to meet your needs. For more info, contact Gila Community College at (928) 425-8481.
Case Against 'New Times' Dropped
Maricopa County Attorney Andrew Thomas is dismissing the case against New Times, the paper not afraid to point out the atrocity that is Arpaio, & issuing that no charges will be brought against the editors & writers of the paper.
Help A Firefighter's Family Member
The Maricopa Firefighter's Union is holding a car wash tomorrow to benefit Battalion Chief Brian Tate's mother. The car wash is in the parking lot at 21542 N John Wayne Pky, starting at 8 am.
Help The Food Bank
Please help the food bank for the holidays. Bring a can of food or packaged food to the Elks Lodge at 1775 East Maple St in Globe, through Oct 26th & get in on the cash drawing.
ALSO: Don't forget the Halloween Dance on the 26th. Buy your tickets now for only $8.
ALSO: Don't forget the Halloween Dance on the 26th. Buy your tickets now for only $8.
ADEQ Announces Recycling Scholarship Program
ADEQ Director Steve Owens announced that the ADEQ is encouraging Arizona high school seniors interested in environmental issues to apply for ADEQ’s 2008 Arizona Recycling Scholarship Program.
Under the Recycling Scholarship Program, ADEQ will award scholarships of $1,000 each to up to 10 high school seniors to be used for expenses at a college or university in Arizona. To apply, students need to submit a proposal outlining a waste reduction or recycling project in their school or community to be implemented during March 2008. All Arizona high school students in their senior year are eligible to apply for the scholarships. The scholarship recipients will be selected by ADEQ based on the proposals submitted.
ADEQ developed the scholarship program in 2005 to encourage school recycling activities throughout the state & get high school students involved in protecting the environment. The ADEQ has awarded a total of 16 scholarships over the last 2 years to high school seniors who have implemented recycling projects at their schools or in their communities. Funding for the scholarship program comes through the ADEQ Recycling Grant Program.
Proposals must be received by ADEQ no later than Feb. 1st, 2008, & the scholarship winners will be announced during February 2008. The winning projects will be implemented during March 2008. ADEQ will provide scholarship funds to the students after receiving proof of enrollment at a community college or university within the state of Arizona.
The scholarship package & informational materials have beeen sent to every high school in Arizona & are available on ADEQ's Web site at azdeq.gov/environ/waste/solid/program.
Under the Recycling Scholarship Program, ADEQ will award scholarships of $1,000 each to up to 10 high school seniors to be used for expenses at a college or university in Arizona. To apply, students need to submit a proposal outlining a waste reduction or recycling project in their school or community to be implemented during March 2008. All Arizona high school students in their senior year are eligible to apply for the scholarships. The scholarship recipients will be selected by ADEQ based on the proposals submitted.
ADEQ developed the scholarship program in 2005 to encourage school recycling activities throughout the state & get high school students involved in protecting the environment. The ADEQ has awarded a total of 16 scholarships over the last 2 years to high school seniors who have implemented recycling projects at their schools or in their communities. Funding for the scholarship program comes through the ADEQ Recycling Grant Program.
Proposals must be received by ADEQ no later than Feb. 1st, 2008, & the scholarship winners will be announced during February 2008. The winning projects will be implemented during March 2008. ADEQ will provide scholarship funds to the students after receiving proof of enrollment at a community college or university within the state of Arizona.
The scholarship package & informational materials have beeen sent to every high school in Arizona & are available on ADEQ's Web site at azdeq.gov/environ/waste/solid/program.
Thursday, October 18, 2007
Pedophile Sought By Interpol Caught!!!
Thailand nabs hunted Canadian pedophile suspect
Fri Oct 19, 2007 1:02am EDT
Canadian pedophile suspect Christopher Paul Neil, accused of raping young boys in Vietnam & Cambodia & unmasked by a unique Interpol Internet appeal, was arrested in Thailand on Friday, police said.
After a nationwide manhunt, Neil, 32, was arrested in the early hours of the morning in countryside northeast of Bangkok, a region well off the normal foreign tourist trail.
Police issued a warrant for his arrest on Thursday, a week since Neil fled South Korea to Thailand, after 2 Thai teenagers accused him of paying for oral sex when they were 9 & 14, grounds for prosecution under Thai law.
Neil would be presented for questioning by reporters at national police headquarters in Bangkok later on Friday, but details of how he was hunted down remained sketchy.
"My officers arrested him in the countryside in Nakhon Ratchasima this morning," tourist police chief Chuchart Suwannakom told Reuters, referring to a province 250 km (150 miles) northeast of the Thai capital.
"I can't give you more details at the moment," he added.
Detectives in various countries had been trying to track Neil down since German police discovered photographs on the Internet three years ago of a man raping 12 boys in Vietnam & Cambodia.
Neil was identified after his digitally swirled face in Internet photographs of child sex abuse was unscrambled by German police computer experts & Interpol, for the 1st time, issued a worldwide appeal through the Internet for identification.
He could face up to 20 years in jail if convicted in Thailand, where he once taught at an English language school.
Neil abruptly left South Korea, where he was teaching, after Interpol broadcast his photograph & flew to Thailand, where border posts were put on alert in case he tried to sneak out again.
Border guards in Thailand's neighbors had also been placed on alert.
After a nationwide manhunt, Neil, 32, was arrested in the early hours of the morning in countryside northeast of Bangkok, a region well off the normal foreign tourist trail.
Police issued a warrant for his arrest on Thursday, a week since Neil fled South Korea to Thailand, after 2 Thai teenagers accused him of paying for oral sex when they were 9 & 14, grounds for prosecution under Thai law.
Neil would be presented for questioning by reporters at national police headquarters in Bangkok later on Friday, but details of how he was hunted down remained sketchy.
"My officers arrested him in the countryside in Nakhon Ratchasima this morning," tourist police chief Chuchart Suwannakom told Reuters, referring to a province 250 km (150 miles) northeast of the Thai capital.
"I can't give you more details at the moment," he added.
Detectives in various countries had been trying to track Neil down since German police discovered photographs on the Internet three years ago of a man raping 12 boys in Vietnam & Cambodia.
Neil was identified after his digitally swirled face in Internet photographs of child sex abuse was unscrambled by German police computer experts & Interpol, for the 1st time, issued a worldwide appeal through the Internet for identification.
He could face up to 20 years in jail if convicted in Thailand, where he once taught at an English language school.
Neil abruptly left South Korea, where he was teaching, after Interpol broadcast his photograph & flew to Thailand, where border posts were put on alert in case he tried to sneak out again.
Border guards in Thailand's neighbors had also been placed on alert.
INFR Golf Tournament
The Apache Gold Stronghold is the site of the INFR (Indian National Finals Rodeo) golf tournament is on Oct. 19th. The 2-man, 9-hole scramble begins at 8 am & local golfers will be paired with INFR participants for the fun event. Cost is $60 per person & prizes are based on the number of entries. Skill prizes will be awarded. This is open to the first 20 teams. Call Robert at 200-6944 for more information.
Porter Wagoner Hospitalized In Serious Condition
The 80-year old Country music legend is in the hospital for an unknown reason. At this time, this is the only known information.
C-Path Gets Recognition
Gov. Napolitano today presented an Arizona Innovation Award to Tucson’s Critical Path Institute (C-Path), recognizing the institute’s work in bringing new medical technologies to the market in a faster, safer & smarter way.
C-Path works to bring treatments through the government approval process by encouraging & enabling collaboration between the public, the private sector, & academia. The Gov. commended C-Path’s partnerships with the University of Arizona, as well as C-Path’s research on lung cancer biomarkers, rare diseases & drug safety.
C-Path is a non-profit organization that opened in Tucson 2 years ago.
The Arizona Innovation Awards are part of Gov. Napolitano’s effort to promote innovation, math, science & technology in our state. The public's welcome & encouraged to submit nominations for awards online at azcommerce.com.
C-Path works to bring treatments through the government approval process by encouraging & enabling collaboration between the public, the private sector, & academia. The Gov. commended C-Path’s partnerships with the University of Arizona, as well as C-Path’s research on lung cancer biomarkers, rare diseases & drug safety.
C-Path is a non-profit organization that opened in Tucson 2 years ago.
The Arizona Innovation Awards are part of Gov. Napolitano’s effort to promote innovation, math, science & technology in our state. The public's welcome & encouraged to submit nominations for awards online at azcommerce.com.
Renzi Supports SCHIP Bill
Today, U.S. Rep. Rick Renzi (AZ-1) voted to expand the State Children’s Health Insurance Program (SCHIP), & override President Bush’s veto that was placed on the bill 2 weeks ago.
This afternoon, H.R. 976, Children's Health Insurance Program Reauthorization Act of 2007, legislation designed to expand the existing SCHIP program, failed to pass in the House of Rep's. The bill received support from a majority of Representatives, but the bill didn't receive the 2-3rds vote needed to override a presidential veto. The final vote was 273-156.
On Sept. 25th, 2007, Congressman Renzi joined 264 of his colleagues & passed H.R. 976. After both the House & Senate passed the legislation designed to reauthorize & expand the children’s health insurance program, President Bush vetoed H.R. 976.
“I am disappointed the House of Representatives was unable to reauthorize this important program today,” said Congressman Renzi. “It is important for Congress to come to an agreement & reauthorize this program so we can continue to provide health insurance to low-income children.”
This afternoon, H.R. 976, Children's Health Insurance Program Reauthorization Act of 2007, legislation designed to expand the existing SCHIP program, failed to pass in the House of Rep's. The bill received support from a majority of Representatives, but the bill didn't receive the 2-3rds vote needed to override a presidential veto. The final vote was 273-156.
On Sept. 25th, 2007, Congressman Renzi joined 264 of his colleagues & passed H.R. 976. After both the House & Senate passed the legislation designed to reauthorize & expand the children’s health insurance program, President Bush vetoed H.R. 976.
“I am disappointed the House of Representatives was unable to reauthorize this important program today,” said Congressman Renzi. “It is important for Congress to come to an agreement & reauthorize this program so we can continue to provide health insurance to low-income children.”
Jack Davis, CEO of APS To Retire
Jack Davis, 60, will retire on March 1st. The current President of APS Don Brandt will replace Davis.
Safety-Kleen Systems Given Big Fine
ADEQ Director Steve Owens & Arizona Attorney General Terry Goddard announced that Safety-Kleen Systems, Inc., will pay an $80,000 penalty for hazardous waste violations at the company’s Chandler facility.
During an April 2006 inspection at Safety-Kleen’s plant, at 6625 W. Frye Road in Chandler, ADEQ inspectors discovered that company officials had failed to submit to ADEQ 176 signed generator & transporter hazardous waste manifests. Safety-Kleen previously had been cited by ADEQ for similar violations discovered during a 2005 inspection at the facility.
During the 2006 inspection ADEQ inspectors also found that two 3-inch flange plugs had not been properly tagged with air emission inspection tags & that inspection logs inaccurately stated that the flanges were in compliance with the company’s hazardous waste general permit. Safety-Kleen’s emergency contingency plan at the facility also contained inaccurate information, such as incorrect telephone numbers.
In addition to paying the $80,000 penalty, Safety-Kleen will conduct half-day training seminars for small-quantity generators of hazardous waste like auto repair shops & paint & body shops. That supplemental environmental project will cost the company more than $15,000.
Safety-Kleen treats and stores waste solvents, cleaners, antifreeze, paint wastes, photo-developing wastes & dry-cleaning wastes collected off-site.
During an April 2006 inspection at Safety-Kleen’s plant, at 6625 W. Frye Road in Chandler, ADEQ inspectors discovered that company officials had failed to submit to ADEQ 176 signed generator & transporter hazardous waste manifests. Safety-Kleen previously had been cited by ADEQ for similar violations discovered during a 2005 inspection at the facility.
During the 2006 inspection ADEQ inspectors also found that two 3-inch flange plugs had not been properly tagged with air emission inspection tags & that inspection logs inaccurately stated that the flanges were in compliance with the company’s hazardous waste general permit. Safety-Kleen’s emergency contingency plan at the facility also contained inaccurate information, such as incorrect telephone numbers.
In addition to paying the $80,000 penalty, Safety-Kleen will conduct half-day training seminars for small-quantity generators of hazardous waste like auto repair shops & paint & body shops. That supplemental environmental project will cost the company more than $15,000.
Safety-Kleen treats and stores waste solvents, cleaners, antifreeze, paint wastes, photo-developing wastes & dry-cleaning wastes collected off-site.
Wednesday, October 17, 2007
Bob Melvin News
The Sporting News has chosen Arizona Diamondbacks Manager Bob Melvin as National League Manager of the Year.
Captured!!!
Roy Townsend is now in police custody in Spokane, Washington. He was one of two inmates that escaped on Sept. 17th from the Florence Correctional Center. The other escapee, Kollin Folsom, was caught a few hours after breaking out.
Pinal Co. To Offer Flu Shots
The Pinal Co. Public Health Services District will begin providing flu shots to the public on Oct. 22nd, by appointment only. For your convenience, & to ensure short wait times, they began scheduling appointment requests on Oct. 15th, & will go through Nov. 30th. In order to schedule appointments for adults, call toll free 1-888-431-1311 between 8 am - 5 pm.
If you're unable to schedule an appointment, the opportunity to receive a flu shot as a “walk-in” will be available on the following days in November:
District 1: Kearny - Thursdays 7:30 am-5 pm
Oracle - Mondays 7:30 am - 5 pm
Eloy - Tuesdays & Thursdays 7:30 am - 5 pm
Mammoth - Tuesdays & Fridays 7:30 am - 5 pm
Superior - Wednesdays 7:30 am - 5 pm
District 2: Apache Junction - Mondays, Wednesdays & Thursdays 7:30 am - 5 pm
Coolidge - Tuesdays 7:30am - 5 pm
Florence - Mondays 8 am - 5 pm
District 3: Casa Grande - Tuesdays, Wednesdays & Fridays 7:30 am - 5 pm
Stanfield - The 2nd & 4th Tuesdays 10 am - 4:30 pm
Please be advised, all Pinal Co. Public Health Services District clinics will be closed Nov. 6th, Nov. 12th, & Nov. 22nd.
The Pinal Co. Public Health Services District has not received any flu vaccine for children yet. Upon receipt, children can receive a flu shot without an appointment at their local Pinal Co. Public Health clinic. That info will be posted on Pinal Co.'s toll free Information Hotline at 1-866-763-7252. Flu shots through the Pinal Co. Dept. of Health are just $15, a bargain compared to the cost of cold and flu medicines or trips to the doctor's office.
In order to reduce that chance of catching the flu this season, the Public Health Dept. recommends frequent hand washing using soap & warm water for 30 seconds. If you become ill, it's important to stay home to help prevent spreading the illness to others.
The number to call for appointments is 1-888-431-1311.
If you're unable to schedule an appointment, the opportunity to receive a flu shot as a “walk-in” will be available on the following days in November:
District 1: Kearny - Thursdays 7:30 am-5 pm
Oracle - Mondays 7:30 am - 5 pm
Eloy - Tuesdays & Thursdays 7:30 am - 5 pm
Mammoth - Tuesdays & Fridays 7:30 am - 5 pm
Superior - Wednesdays 7:30 am - 5 pm
District 2: Apache Junction - Mondays, Wednesdays & Thursdays 7:30 am - 5 pm
Coolidge - Tuesdays 7:30am - 5 pm
Florence - Mondays 8 am - 5 pm
District 3: Casa Grande - Tuesdays, Wednesdays & Fridays 7:30 am - 5 pm
Stanfield - The 2nd & 4th Tuesdays 10 am - 4:30 pm
Please be advised, all Pinal Co. Public Health Services District clinics will be closed Nov. 6th, Nov. 12th, & Nov. 22nd.
The Pinal Co. Public Health Services District has not received any flu vaccine for children yet. Upon receipt, children can receive a flu shot without an appointment at their local Pinal Co. Public Health clinic. That info will be posted on Pinal Co.'s toll free Information Hotline at 1-866-763-7252. Flu shots through the Pinal Co. Dept. of Health are just $15, a bargain compared to the cost of cold and flu medicines or trips to the doctor's office.
In order to reduce that chance of catching the flu this season, the Public Health Dept. recommends frequent hand washing using soap & warm water for 30 seconds. If you become ill, it's important to stay home to help prevent spreading the illness to others.
The number to call for appointments is 1-888-431-1311.
Still Out There
Florence Correctional Center escapee, Roy Townsend, 37, is still on the loose since the early hours of Sept, 17th. Townsend is white, 5 feet 11 inches, 160 pounds with black hair & brown eyes.
APS Open House
APS is seeking feedback from residents of Globe on its proposed Remedial Action Plan to clean up the site of a former manufactured gas plant. The community is inivted to attend the Open House on Oct. 25th, at the Globe High School Gymnasium anytime between 5:30 pm & 7:30 pm to review project materials, get answers to questions, & provide comments on the plan.
DES Seeks Certified Caregivers
DES is seeking loving homes & caregivers to offer day care for their clients. This is a great way for you to give back to the community & get paid for it. Certification is required & if you'd like more info, call Starr at 425-3101 ext. 1041 or Sharon at 425-3101 ext. 1042.
Tuesday, October 16, 2007
Cleanup Volunteers Needed For Saturday
Many ‘hands’ are needed as volunteers to come together to ‘lend a hand’ for the Table Mesa Road National Public Lands Day (NPLD) Cleanup Event on Oct. 20th, from 8 am - 12:30 pm. Led by the Good Gun Foundation, organizations, businesses & agencies, including the Arizona Off-Highway Vehicle Coalition, Arizona Virtual Jeep Club, Black Canyon Trail Coalition, Desert Wolf Tours & the City of Phoenix are donating labor, equipment & supplies to assist the Bureau of Land Management (BLM) in efforts to rehabilitate the upper Sonoran desert landscape.
Public & state lands in the Table Mesa area, southwest of Black Canyon City, receive heavy public use & are riddled with trash & debris. This has also resulted in damaged protected native plants, such as saguaro cactus, & often poses safety hazards, especially to those hiking on the Black Canyon Trail. A strategy is in the works to help reduce these impacts but until such time, volunteers are critical to make these on-going efforts a success.
All volunteers will be entered in a drawing for prizes donated by the organizations & in addition lunches, t-shirts & giveaways will also be provided. Safety training, trash bags & tools will be supplied as well.
Interested volunteers can sign up by contacting the BLM at (623) 580-5500, or the Good Gun Foundation at (928) 925-6068. Registration is also available on-line at goodgun.org or at the event between 7 - 8 am. Pre-registration is requested but not required.
Volunteers are asked to arrive at the project site before 8 am. Table Mesa Road, a county maintained dirt road, is easily accessible from I-17. Take exit 236, turn heading west & follow signs. All participants are reminded to wear appropriate clothing, such as long-sleeve shirts & pants, & closed-toe shoes. In addition, bring plenty of water, gloves, sunscreen & a hat.
Call 1-800-637-9152 to report resource crimes on Public Lands, such as; Trespass, Resource Destruction, Archaeological Looting, Site Damage or Littering, & Historic Places Vandalism.
Public & state lands in the Table Mesa area, southwest of Black Canyon City, receive heavy public use & are riddled with trash & debris. This has also resulted in damaged protected native plants, such as saguaro cactus, & often poses safety hazards, especially to those hiking on the Black Canyon Trail. A strategy is in the works to help reduce these impacts but until such time, volunteers are critical to make these on-going efforts a success.
All volunteers will be entered in a drawing for prizes donated by the organizations & in addition lunches, t-shirts & giveaways will also be provided. Safety training, trash bags & tools will be supplied as well.
Interested volunteers can sign up by contacting the BLM at (623) 580-5500, or the Good Gun Foundation at (928) 925-6068. Registration is also available on-line at goodgun.org or at the event between 7 - 8 am. Pre-registration is requested but not required.
Volunteers are asked to arrive at the project site before 8 am. Table Mesa Road, a county maintained dirt road, is easily accessible from I-17. Take exit 236, turn heading west & follow signs. All participants are reminded to wear appropriate clothing, such as long-sleeve shirts & pants, & closed-toe shoes. In addition, bring plenty of water, gloves, sunscreen & a hat.
Call 1-800-637-9152 to report resource crimes on Public Lands, such as; Trespass, Resource Destruction, Archaeological Looting, Site Damage or Littering, & Historic Places Vandalism.
Kirkpatrick Makes Fundraiser Amount Announcement
Former State Representative Ann Kirkpatrick is running for Renzi's First Congressional District in Arizona & has announced that she's already raised more than $217,000. The average donation was $387.58 from the 513 supporters.
Look At What Washed Up QB Is Landing In Arizona
In a last ditch effort to remain in the NFL, Tim Hasselbeck is coming to an agreement to play for the Cardinals. Too bad he'll be dragging that annoying wife of his along for the upcoming trainwreck that will be the end of his career. I didn't think he'd sink this low. The Cardinals, that's just poor decision making, same with his choice for a bride. Although, that would explain why he lacks the ability as a decisive QB on the field & why he's been delegated 4th string backup/glorified waterboy.
Pinal Co. Road Improvements Start Oct. 18th
Road improvements to Hunt Highway & Felix Rd. in Pinal Co. will start on Oct. 18th. The road improvements will have a lasting effect on the roadways, but will cause motorists some delays over the next 3 weeks.
On Oct. 18th, the work will begin along the Hunt Highway corridor from about 1000 feet west of the intersection with Attaway Rd. to the vicinity of Largo Road or approx. 2 miles east of Attaway Rd. The intersection of Attaway Rd. & Hunt Highway will restrict right turns onto eastbound Hunt Highway from Attaway during the scheduled 2 days of construction at the Hunt Highway/Attaway intersection.
A pilot car will facilitate vehicular movement during this 2 week period during construction operations. It’s anticipated that this work will be completed by Nov. 2nd. Variable Message Boards have been placed warning motorists of a potential 10 minute wait.
After Hunt Highway is scheduled for completion, work will begin on Felix Rd. in front of the Wildhorse Estates (a county subdivision) from Pinto Dr. to Twin Spurs Rd. Felix Road will be open to “Local Traffic Only” vehicular movements during their one week period with work to be completed by Nov. 9th.
The work entailed with these projects involves full width (2-lane) roadway improvements consisting of milling of existing pavement, overlayment of existing roadways, & selective reconstruction of the roadway section.
Motorists planning on traveling these roads are urged to drive with caution & within posted speed limits, wear seatbelts & have a safe journey. Please note that weather &/or unscheduled construction may alter these scheduled dates. They will attempt to you informed of major schedule changes.
The Town of Florence is alerting the public that detours will be effect, construction operations & lighting will be noticeable. The project will benefit the public by eliminating deteriorated road conditions funded by the Highways User Tax Fund (HURF) and the ½ percent Transportation Excise Tax. They appreciate your patience while they work towards improved pavement conditions at these locations. Contact the Florence Public Works Dept. at (520) 868-7620 with any questions or comments.
On Oct. 18th, the work will begin along the Hunt Highway corridor from about 1000 feet west of the intersection with Attaway Rd. to the vicinity of Largo Road or approx. 2 miles east of Attaway Rd. The intersection of Attaway Rd. & Hunt Highway will restrict right turns onto eastbound Hunt Highway from Attaway during the scheduled 2 days of construction at the Hunt Highway/Attaway intersection.
A pilot car will facilitate vehicular movement during this 2 week period during construction operations. It’s anticipated that this work will be completed by Nov. 2nd. Variable Message Boards have been placed warning motorists of a potential 10 minute wait.
After Hunt Highway is scheduled for completion, work will begin on Felix Rd. in front of the Wildhorse Estates (a county subdivision) from Pinto Dr. to Twin Spurs Rd. Felix Road will be open to “Local Traffic Only” vehicular movements during their one week period with work to be completed by Nov. 9th.
The work entailed with these projects involves full width (2-lane) roadway improvements consisting of milling of existing pavement, overlayment of existing roadways, & selective reconstruction of the roadway section.
Motorists planning on traveling these roads are urged to drive with caution & within posted speed limits, wear seatbelts & have a safe journey. Please note that weather &/or unscheduled construction may alter these scheduled dates. They will attempt to you informed of major schedule changes.
The Town of Florence is alerting the public that detours will be effect, construction operations & lighting will be noticeable. The project will benefit the public by eliminating deteriorated road conditions funded by the Highways User Tax Fund (HURF) and the ½ percent Transportation Excise Tax. They appreciate your patience while they work towards improved pavement conditions at these locations. Contact the Florence Public Works Dept. at (520) 868-7620 with any questions or comments.
Globe-Miami Regional Chamber of Commerce Luncheon
The chamber's monthly luncheon will be Thursday, Oct. 18 at Joe's Broad Street Grill. The Signal Peak Foundation will be on hand to talk about their vision for the Mofford Activity Center. This is a community center for all ages for the entire community. The luncheon is at noon and the cost is $11 a person.
Please call the chamber at 425-4495 to reserve a seat.
Please call the chamber at 425-4495 to reserve a seat.
Miami High School Parent Teacher Conferences
Parent Teacher Conferences are in the Miami High School Cafeteria from 5 - 7 pm on Oct. 18th. The High School will be half-day on the 18th as well. If you have any questions, call 425-3271.
Gila Co. Board of Supervisors Meeting Today
The Gila Co. Board of Supervisors will meet at 10 am in the Supervisors' Auditorium at 1400 East Ash St. in Globe.
Certified Nursing Assistant Ceremony
The Gila Community College will hold its Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) ceremony at 6:30 pm at the Cobre Valley Community Hospital MOB Conference room on Oct. 18th. Friends, family, & the public are invited to attend this ceremony. Light refreshments will be served following the ceremony. For more info, contact the Gila Community College at (928) 425-8481.
Monday, October 15, 2007
Diamondbacks Get Swept
The Rockies swept the D-backs & will now make their first World Series appearance.
Child Rapist Chester A. Stiles Caught
He was seen on a tape raping a 3-year-old girl & now he is in police custody after the tape surfaced last month.
Pinal Mountain Elks Meeting
The meeting is being held at the Lodge located at 1775 East Maple St in Globe at 7 pm.
Three In A Row...I Don't Think So
It was the "Battle of the Backups," & the Cardinals definitely didn't disappoint. This team is notorious for streaks of their own. Mainly involving multiple listings in the L column, one right after the other. Are we embarking on another stretch of failure? The Magic 8 Ball just blew up and the pieces and liquid have spelled out a message on the wall with a "Damn Straight!" as it's response.
Interpol Has Identified A Suspected Pedophile
The agency has identified the man in about 200 photos abusing young boys and now have him pinned in Thailand from the recent listing on his Passport.
San Carlos Thanksgiving Dinner Committee Meeting Today
The Committee invites everyone that would like to help or participate in the San Carlos Community Thanksgiving Dinner on Nov. 15th are welcome to attend this meeting at the Social Service Conference Room at 1 pm. They are looking for school or church choirs, gospel singers, Apache performers, & anyone that would like to entertain the audience.
Globe Town Council Meeting Tonight
The meeting will start at 6 pm at the Municipal Building, 150 N. Pine St. in Globe.
Some DVDs Out This Week
AC/DC: Plug Me In (3 disc Limited Ed.)
Transformers
Studio 60 on the Sunset Strip: Complete Series
Jimi Hendrix: Live at Monterey
MGM Best Picture Gift Set
Medium: 3rd Season
WWE: Unforgiven 2007
Subway Stories
The Jazz Singer (3-Disc Deluxe Ed.)
The Hoax
Jingle All the Way (Family Fun Ed.)
A Mighty Heart
Jim Norton: Monster Rain
The Reaping
Grindhouse Presents, Planet Terror
Foreigner: Alive & Rockin
Roseanne: Complete 9th Season
Ironside: Season 2
Squidbillies, Vol. 1
That '70s Show: Season 7
Transformers
Studio 60 on the Sunset Strip: Complete Series
Jimi Hendrix: Live at Monterey
MGM Best Picture Gift Set
Medium: 3rd Season
WWE: Unforgiven 2007
Subway Stories
The Jazz Singer (3-Disc Deluxe Ed.)
The Hoax
Jingle All the Way (Family Fun Ed.)
A Mighty Heart
Jim Norton: Monster Rain
The Reaping
Grindhouse Presents, Planet Terror
Foreigner: Alive & Rockin
Roseanne: Complete 9th Season
Ironside: Season 2
Squidbillies, Vol. 1
That '70s Show: Season 7
Some Country/Folk CDs Out This Week
Neil Young - Chrome Dreams II
Heather Wilkins - Heather Wilkins
Toby Keith - A Classic Christmas
Barefoot Natives - Slack Key Circus
Kathy Smith - Some Songs I've Saved
Various Artists - Home for Christmas: Voices from the Heartland
Heather Wilkins - Heather Wilkins
Toby Keith - A Classic Christmas
Barefoot Natives - Slack Key Circus
Kathy Smith - Some Songs I've Saved
Various Artists - Home for Christmas: Voices from the Heartland
Sunday, October 14, 2007
$1,000 Reward Offered
A $1,000 dollar reward's being offered the Globe Firefighters Association local #2273 for info leading to the arrest and conviction of the person(s) responsible for the recent suspicious fires that have occurred in Globe-Miami. The County has set up a hotline, if you have any info regarding the recent fires, call: 928-402-4202. All info will be kept confidential.
$300 Reward Offered
Members of the Cobre Valley Country Club have put together a $300 reward for information leading to the arrest & conviction of any of the criminals that were involved in the stealing & damage to their carts on the night of Oct. 6th. Call the Country Club at (928) 473-2542.
Saturday, October 13, 2007
Gila Co. Flu Clinics Coming
The shot is $30, unless you have a Medicare Part B card, then it's free. This is for adults only. If you are homebound and need to have a nurse come to your home, call (928) 402-8811 if you live in Southern Gila Co., otherwise call (928) 474-1210.
The Flu Clinics will be held at:
10/22: Roosevelt at the Community Center from 1:30 - 3:30 pm.
10/24: Payson at the Payson Elks from 8 am - 4 pm.
10/25: Globe & Miami at the Health Dept. in Central Heights from 8 am - 5 pm.
10/26: Globe & Miami at the Health Dept. in Central Heights from 8 am - 3 pm.
The clinics for Tonto Basin, Young, & Hayden are still pending.
The Flu Clinics will be held at:
10/22: Roosevelt at the Community Center from 1:30 - 3:30 pm.
10/24: Payson at the Payson Elks from 8 am - 4 pm.
10/25: Globe & Miami at the Health Dept. in Central Heights from 8 am - 5 pm.
10/26: Globe & Miami at the Health Dept. in Central Heights from 8 am - 3 pm.
The clinics for Tonto Basin, Young, & Hayden are still pending.
Going For Three
I cannot fathom that I would be writing about the Az. Cardinals going for three wins in a row. They are facing an equal in the Panthers. Both teams are 3-2 this season and have injured starting QB's. It'll be the "Battle of the Backups" on Sunday. Check your local listing for time & channel.
Miami Library Re-Open's Tuesday
The Miami Library will re-open its doors to the public at 10 am on Oct. 16th. Also, new hours will be in effect. The library will be open 10 am until 4 pm, Tuesday through Friday until further notice.
Friday, October 12, 2007
"Gila County Red Ribbon Week" Coming
On Oct. 16th, at 10 am, a Proclamation is being presented to the Gila Co. Board of Supervisors declaring Oct. 23rd - 31st, "Gila County Red Ribbon Week." This will take place in the Gila Co. Board of Supervisors meeting room.
“Start the Day with the UA”
The University of Arizona will hold its next session of “Start the Day with the UA,” a monthly breakfast series at the historic Tom’s Tavern, 2 N. Central Ave. in downtown Phoenix, on Oct. 17th, 7:30 am.
In honor of Breast Cancer Awareness Month, Suwon Kim, PhD, faculty member of The University of Arizona College of Medicine - Phoenix in partnership with Arizona State University, will give a presentation titled, “Breast Cancer: Bench to Bedside,” regarding her research on the disease.
The presentation is free; breakfast additional. All breakfasts will be from 7:30 - 9 am. To RSVP, please call (602) 827-2007.
In honor of Breast Cancer Awareness Month, Suwon Kim, PhD, faculty member of The University of Arizona College of Medicine - Phoenix in partnership with Arizona State University, will give a presentation titled, “Breast Cancer: Bench to Bedside,” regarding her research on the disease.
The presentation is free; breakfast additional. All breakfasts will be from 7:30 - 9 am. To RSVP, please call (602) 827-2007.
Thursday, October 11, 2007
Pinal County Rabies Advisory
The Pinal Co. Public Health Services District is issuing an advisory for animal rabies to all county residents after a fox from the Dudleyville area tested positive for rabies on Oct. 2nd, at the Az. State Public Health Laboratory. This is the 5th animal to test positive for rabies in Pinal Co. in 2007. Following an investigation by public health staff no human or pet exposures were identified. Two bats & two skunks collected in the southeastern area of the county have tested positive previously this year.
Rabies is a deadly disease that's caused by a virus that attacks the nervous system. All mammals including humans are susceptible. Rabies is transmitted by contact with saliva of an infected animal, usually through a bite wound. If you think you’ve been exposed to rabies make sure that you call your doctor or local health department immediately. There hasn't been a documented case of human rabies in Pinal Co. for decades.
While rabies can occur in animals anywhere in the county, in the last few years the southern & eastern portions of the county have had the most activity. Rabies is found mainly in wild animals such as bats, skunks, foxes, raccoons, bobcats, & coyotes. Cats, dogs, & livestock can also become infected with rabies if they are bitten by rabid wild animals, & they haven't been vaccinated. Rodents such as rats, mice, gerbils, guinea pigs & squirrels are not likely to be infected with rabies. Wild animals exhibiting unusual behavior should be reported to local animal control officials. The best way to protect yourself & your family is to avoid touching, handling, or adopting wild or stray animals.
The 1st sign of rabies is usually a change in the animal’s behavior. Animals may act more aggressive or more tame than usual. Animals usually active at night such as skunks, foxes, & bats may be out during the day. Rabid animals may appear agitated & excited or paralyzed & frightened. Sometimes, rabid animals don’t show any signs of illness before death from rabies. That’s why contact with wild animals should always be avoided.
The Pinal Co. Public Health Services District recommends the following precautions:
* Keep people and pets away from wild animals.
* Don't pick up, touch, or feed wild or unfamiliar animals, especially sick or wounded ones. If someone has been bitten or scratched, or has had contact with the animal, report it immediately to animal control or health officials.
* Do not “rescue” seemingly abandoned young wild animals. Usually, the mother will return. If the mother’s dead or hasn’t returned in many hours, call the Az. Game & Fish Dept.
* Vaccinate all dogs and cats against rabies. Pets should be kept in a fenced yard.
Take precautions when camping, hunting or fishing. Avoid sleeping on the open ground without the protection of a closed tent or camper. Keep pets on a leash & do not allow them to wander. Don't disturb roosting bats. If you find a bat on the ground, don’t touch it. Report the bat & its location to your local animal control officer or health department. Place a box over the bat to contain it. Be careful not to damage the bat in any way since it must be intact for rabies testing.
For more info about rabies, call the Pinal Co. Public Health Services District at (520) 866-7355, or the Az. Dept. of Health Services at (602) 364-4562.
Rabies is a deadly disease that's caused by a virus that attacks the nervous system. All mammals including humans are susceptible. Rabies is transmitted by contact with saliva of an infected animal, usually through a bite wound. If you think you’ve been exposed to rabies make sure that you call your doctor or local health department immediately. There hasn't been a documented case of human rabies in Pinal Co. for decades.
While rabies can occur in animals anywhere in the county, in the last few years the southern & eastern portions of the county have had the most activity. Rabies is found mainly in wild animals such as bats, skunks, foxes, raccoons, bobcats, & coyotes. Cats, dogs, & livestock can also become infected with rabies if they are bitten by rabid wild animals, & they haven't been vaccinated. Rodents such as rats, mice, gerbils, guinea pigs & squirrels are not likely to be infected with rabies. Wild animals exhibiting unusual behavior should be reported to local animal control officials. The best way to protect yourself & your family is to avoid touching, handling, or adopting wild or stray animals.
The 1st sign of rabies is usually a change in the animal’s behavior. Animals may act more aggressive or more tame than usual. Animals usually active at night such as skunks, foxes, & bats may be out during the day. Rabid animals may appear agitated & excited or paralyzed & frightened. Sometimes, rabid animals don’t show any signs of illness before death from rabies. That’s why contact with wild animals should always be avoided.
The Pinal Co. Public Health Services District recommends the following precautions:
* Keep people and pets away from wild animals.
* Don't pick up, touch, or feed wild or unfamiliar animals, especially sick or wounded ones. If someone has been bitten or scratched, or has had contact with the animal, report it immediately to animal control or health officials.
* Do not “rescue” seemingly abandoned young wild animals. Usually, the mother will return. If the mother’s dead or hasn’t returned in many hours, call the Az. Game & Fish Dept.
* Vaccinate all dogs and cats against rabies. Pets should be kept in a fenced yard.
Take precautions when camping, hunting or fishing. Avoid sleeping on the open ground without the protection of a closed tent or camper. Keep pets on a leash & do not allow them to wander. Don't disturb roosting bats. If you find a bat on the ground, don’t touch it. Report the bat & its location to your local animal control officer or health department. Place a box over the bat to contain it. Be careful not to damage the bat in any way since it must be intact for rabies testing.
For more info about rabies, call the Pinal Co. Public Health Services District at (520) 866-7355, or the Az. Dept. of Health Services at (602) 364-4562.
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