U.S. Senate Republican Whip Jon Kyl (R-Ariz.) joined Senate Republican Leader Mitch McConnell (R-Ky.) & Senate Finance Committee Ranking Member Chuck Grassley (R-Iowa) to introduce the “Preserving Access to Medicare Act of 2008,” which provides Medicare physicians with an 18-month, positive payment update, extends expiring provisions, & is fully paid for without using controversial offsets.
This measure includes a number of provisions important to Arizona. It includes a 2-year extension of the Section 1011 program, originally sponsored by Kyl, which reimburses health care providers for the cost of complying with federal mandates requiring them to care for illegal immigrants in emergencies. Many emergency rooms in Arizona, particularly in border towns, have faced bankruptcy because of the costs of this uncompensated care. The Democratic version of this measure does not provide funding for this critical program.
“It is disappointing that the Majority has chosen a partisan route that ensures a presidential veto & jeopardizes Congress’s ability to ensure beneficiaries’ access to care,” said Kyl. “Why go through this exercise? Instead, I implore the Majority to return to the negotiating table & work with Republicans to reach a bipartisan compromise that can be signed into law before the July 1st, deadline.”
The bill also increases the physician quality reporting bonus from 1.5% to 2% in 2009 & 2010 & makes it easier for group practices to participate. Additionally, the bill includes language from the “Medicare Anesthesiology Teaching Funding Restoration Act of 2007” (S.2056), sponsored by Senators Kyl & John Rockefeller (D-W.Va), which restores full funding to programs that teach anesthesiology, such as those at the University of Arizona.
On July 1st, doctors across the country are scheduled to receive a 10.6% cut in the payments they receive for treating Medicare patients. Many of these doctors have stated they will have to stop treating seniors if these cuts take effect. Congress has had to act every year to avoid a scheduled cut.
Thursday, June 12, 2008
June Foster Care and Adoption Orientations
Hundreds of kids in Arizona ’s foster care system need homes. Learn how you can help for FREE. If you’ve ever wanted to adopt or become a foster parent, the first step is attending a free foster care, adoption & mentoring orientation. Aid to Adoption of Special Kids (AASK) will be hosting orientations at these locations across in June.
These meetings provide more information about AASK, foster care, adoption & mentoring opportunities. You’ll also be able to learn about the children who are waiting for a family to call their own.
For information or directions call AASK, (602) 930-4900 or visit: aask-az.org.
Casa Grande:
What: Foster Care, Adoption and Mentoring Orientations
When: Wednesday, June 18th, 6:30 pm to 8:30 pm
Where: Arizona’s Children Association, 115 E. 1st St., in Casa Grande.
Apache Junction:
What: Foster Care, Adoption and Mentoring Orientations
When: Thursday, June 19th, 6:30 pm to 8:30 pm
Where: Arizona Partnership for Children, Training Room, 11518 E. Apache Trail, #114, in Apache Junction.
Aid to Adoption of Special Kids is a private, non-profit foster care and adoption agency, incorporated in 1988. AASK serves Arizona through parent training and education, birth parent counseling, foster and adoption placement, specialized medical foster care for young children, post-placement case management, support and supervision, and community education. The agency is dedicated to the placement of children in Arizona ’s foster care system into permanent, loving homes. AASK’s goal is to build, support and preserve families.
These meetings provide more information about AASK, foster care, adoption & mentoring opportunities. You’ll also be able to learn about the children who are waiting for a family to call their own.
For information or directions call AASK, (602) 930-4900 or visit: aask-az.org.
Casa Grande:
What: Foster Care, Adoption and Mentoring Orientations
When: Wednesday, June 18th, 6:30 pm to 8:30 pm
Where: Arizona’s Children Association, 115 E. 1st St., in Casa Grande.
Apache Junction:
What: Foster Care, Adoption and Mentoring Orientations
When: Thursday, June 19th, 6:30 pm to 8:30 pm
Where: Arizona Partnership for Children, Training Room, 11518 E. Apache Trail, #114, in Apache Junction.
Aid to Adoption of Special Kids is a private, non-profit foster care and adoption agency, incorporated in 1988. AASK serves Arizona through parent training and education, birth parent counseling, foster and adoption placement, specialized medical foster care for young children, post-placement case management, support and supervision, and community education. The agency is dedicated to the placement of children in Arizona ’s foster care system into permanent, loving homes. AASK’s goal is to build, support and preserve families.
Dr. Nikolich-Zugich Joins Center On Aging As Co-Director
Janko Nikolich-Zugich , MD , PhD, an internationally noted expert on the immune system & age-related disorders, has joined The University of Arizona College of Medicine as the head of the Department of Immunobiology & co-director of the Arizona Center on Aging.
Dr. Nikolich will lead the Biology of Aging Research Program at the center, which will collaborate with scientists from other UA departments & centers to address diseases & conditions, such as obesity, inflammation, osteoporosis, infectious diseases, diabetes, cancer, dementias & sarcopenia (muscle loss associated with aging).
"These are complex, variable conditions that are very difficult to solve when individuals work in isolation,” Dr. Nikolich said. “Our next step is to bring together the experts at the UA to work on these problems, & to integrate basic multi-disciplinary studies into the translational, clinical & health-services research & outreach missions of the Arizona Center on Aging.”
Before joining the UA, Dr. Nikolich was professor of molecular microbiology & immunology at the School of Medicine, Oregon Health Sciences University, in Portland, & senior scientist of the OHSU Vaccine & Gene Therapy Institute. He currently receives NIH funding for research studies on age-related susceptibility to West Nile virus, immune defense against viruses, & immune senescence.
Originally from Belgrade, Yugoslavia (now Serbia), Dr. Nikolich received his medical, master’s & doctoral degrees from Belgrade University Medical School.
Dr. Nikolich will lead the Biology of Aging Research Program at the center, which will collaborate with scientists from other UA departments & centers to address diseases & conditions, such as obesity, inflammation, osteoporosis, infectious diseases, diabetes, cancer, dementias & sarcopenia (muscle loss associated with aging).
"These are complex, variable conditions that are very difficult to solve when individuals work in isolation,” Dr. Nikolich said. “Our next step is to bring together the experts at the UA to work on these problems, & to integrate basic multi-disciplinary studies into the translational, clinical & health-services research & outreach missions of the Arizona Center on Aging.”
Before joining the UA, Dr. Nikolich was professor of molecular microbiology & immunology at the School of Medicine, Oregon Health Sciences University, in Portland, & senior scientist of the OHSU Vaccine & Gene Therapy Institute. He currently receives NIH funding for research studies on age-related susceptibility to West Nile virus, immune defense against viruses, & immune senescence.
Originally from Belgrade, Yugoslavia (now Serbia), Dr. Nikolich received his medical, master’s & doctoral degrees from Belgrade University Medical School.
License Revocation Becomes Final For Freedom Financial
Superintendent Felecia Rotellini, Arizona Department of Financial Institutions, announced that the mortgage banker license of Freedom Financial & Mortgage Services Corporation is revoked. In addition to revocation, the company paid a $25,000 penalty for violation of Arizona statutes. The Superior Court dismissed Freedom Financial’s appeal of the Superintendent’s Final Decision & Order, dated October 15th, 2007, cutting off any remaining right to dispute the revocation. The Superintendent’s decision was issued after a multi-day hearing before an administrative law judge.
The Superintendent said “This is a great result & sends a clear message that a mortgage company is not excused from submitting misleading loan applications because the borrower cooperates in the deception. In Arizona it is against the law for a mortgage banker or broker to misrepresent or conceal facts from a borrower or a lender. The law puts a burden on the licensee to tell the truth. They are not excused if the borrower is complicit in making false submissions in the loan application. Further, a lender’s failure to catch inconsistencies or to assess the borrower’s ability to repay, does not excuse the mortgage company’s misrepresentations in the loan process.”
The case against Freedom Financial began with an examination of its business & complaints alleging fraudulent mortgage loans. The Department issued a Cease & Desist Order on March 7th, 2007 ordering the company to discontinue violating Arizona laws regulating mortgage bankers. Following the company’s request for a hearing the Department filed a notice of hearing to revoke the license on April 13th, 2007.
At the administrative hearing, Freedom Financial admitted it had, among other things, used inaccurate advertising, failed to conduct proper investigations before hiring loan officers, employed people whose business conduct it could not control, & allowed borrowers to sign documents containing blank spaces. Many of the admitted violations were originally cited in a previous examination of the lender & remained uncorrected in later examinations.
The evidence at the hearing on the revocation proved that Freedom Financial submitted misleading or inaccurate information on loan applications to lenders about their clients’ income, omitting important facts about the clients’ financial liabilities that diminished their ability to actually repay the loans. Lenders reviewing the loans in question failed to note inconsistencies & irregularities in loan applications they accepted & ultimately funded.
In its defense, Freedom Financial claimed its practices complied with industry standards &, therefore, did not amount to misrepresentations prohibited under Arizona law. The Administrative Law Judge disagreed concluding that the company had a cavalier attitude toward regulation & a poor licensing history. The judge found that the Department satisfied its burden to prove Freedom Financial violated the law prohibiting deceptive practices & to prove grounds for revocation.
The revocation was sustained by an objective, neutral Administrative Law Judge after a full & open hearing on the merits of the case. Superintendent Rotellini praised the work of the Assistant Attorney General on the case & the judge who issued a recommended decision with 164 paragraphs of findings. “The Administrative Law Judge’s Findings of Fact & Conclusions of Law are thorough, thoughtful, & detailed. Her decision was so complete that there were no sustainable grounds for appeal.”
The Superintendent said “This is a great result & sends a clear message that a mortgage company is not excused from submitting misleading loan applications because the borrower cooperates in the deception. In Arizona it is against the law for a mortgage banker or broker to misrepresent or conceal facts from a borrower or a lender. The law puts a burden on the licensee to tell the truth. They are not excused if the borrower is complicit in making false submissions in the loan application. Further, a lender’s failure to catch inconsistencies or to assess the borrower’s ability to repay, does not excuse the mortgage company’s misrepresentations in the loan process.”
The case against Freedom Financial began with an examination of its business & complaints alleging fraudulent mortgage loans. The Department issued a Cease & Desist Order on March 7th, 2007 ordering the company to discontinue violating Arizona laws regulating mortgage bankers. Following the company’s request for a hearing the Department filed a notice of hearing to revoke the license on April 13th, 2007.
At the administrative hearing, Freedom Financial admitted it had, among other things, used inaccurate advertising, failed to conduct proper investigations before hiring loan officers, employed people whose business conduct it could not control, & allowed borrowers to sign documents containing blank spaces. Many of the admitted violations were originally cited in a previous examination of the lender & remained uncorrected in later examinations.
The evidence at the hearing on the revocation proved that Freedom Financial submitted misleading or inaccurate information on loan applications to lenders about their clients’ income, omitting important facts about the clients’ financial liabilities that diminished their ability to actually repay the loans. Lenders reviewing the loans in question failed to note inconsistencies & irregularities in loan applications they accepted & ultimately funded.
In its defense, Freedom Financial claimed its practices complied with industry standards &, therefore, did not amount to misrepresentations prohibited under Arizona law. The Administrative Law Judge disagreed concluding that the company had a cavalier attitude toward regulation & a poor licensing history. The judge found that the Department satisfied its burden to prove Freedom Financial violated the law prohibiting deceptive practices & to prove grounds for revocation.
The revocation was sustained by an objective, neutral Administrative Law Judge after a full & open hearing on the merits of the case. Superintendent Rotellini praised the work of the Assistant Attorney General on the case & the judge who issued a recommended decision with 164 paragraphs of findings. “The Administrative Law Judge’s Findings of Fact & Conclusions of Law are thorough, thoughtful, & detailed. Her decision was so complete that there were no sustainable grounds for appeal.”
Wednesday, June 11, 2008
Loop 202 Westbound Closed At Broadway Road Through June 15th
The Arizona Department of Transportation (ADOT) will close the westbound Loop 202 (Red Mountain Freeway) in Mesa at Broadway Road begins tonight at 9 pm. The closure is necessary to remove lane striping and pave the new section of freeway between Power Road & University Drive with rubberized asphalt. The closure runs through 6 pm on Sunday, June 15th.
Westbound traffic will exit the freeway at Broadway Road & will detour onto the frontage road north to University Drive.
The completion of the final segment of Loop 202 not only marks the end of construction on the Red Mountain Freeway, but also celebrates the conclusion of Proposition 300 freeway projects.
Prop. 300 projects were funded by the one-half cent sales tax Maricopa County voters approved in 1985. Proposition 300 has been the funding source for the Regional Transportation Plan, including freeway projects such as the entire Loop 101, State Route 51 & Loop 202 (Red Mountain & Santan Freeways).
The new segment of freeway between Power Road & University Drive will include 3 exits at Brown, McKellips & McDowell roads. Roundabouts are located at the McKellips & Brown road exits.
The final segment of Loop 202 will open to traffic next month. An opening celebration will be held on Tuesday, July 15th, from 5 pm to 8 pm on the freeway between Power Road & University Drive. The public is welcome to participate.
Westbound traffic will exit the freeway at Broadway Road & will detour onto the frontage road north to University Drive.
The completion of the final segment of Loop 202 not only marks the end of construction on the Red Mountain Freeway, but also celebrates the conclusion of Proposition 300 freeway projects.
Prop. 300 projects were funded by the one-half cent sales tax Maricopa County voters approved in 1985. Proposition 300 has been the funding source for the Regional Transportation Plan, including freeway projects such as the entire Loop 101, State Route 51 & Loop 202 (Red Mountain & Santan Freeways).
The new segment of freeway between Power Road & University Drive will include 3 exits at Brown, McKellips & McDowell roads. Roundabouts are located at the McKellips & Brown road exits.
The final segment of Loop 202 will open to traffic next month. An opening celebration will be held on Tuesday, July 15th, from 5 pm to 8 pm on the freeway between Power Road & University Drive. The public is welcome to participate.
Palm Island Family Aquatics Center Teen Night
This Friday, June 13th, is the first Teen Night of the summer at the Palm Island Family Aquatics Center, 1115 N. Brown Avenue in Mesa. Youth ages 11-15 can participate in the 'Game Night at the Island' from 8 pm to 10 pm. Admission is $3 and includes video games, music, pool basketball, sand volleyball and other fun water games. Concessions will be available.
Prescribed Fire Scheduled Near Globe-Miami
Three prescribed fire projects will be conducted through the end of the year on the Globe Ranger District, Tonto National Forest. The projects target approx. 4,000 acres around Windmill Gap, 200 acres around Signal and Pinal Peaks, & 600 acres in Timber Camp/Carol Spring Mountains.
The Gap prescribed fire will take care of approx. 4,000 acres & is scheduled to start on June 13th, located in & around the Pipeline OHV area.
"The purpose of these prescribed fires is to reduce the hazardous fuels in the areas and lower the chance of catastrophic fire, which could burn onto private land and endanger valuable electronic sites and private property. The prescribed fires will also help promote a healthier forest and watershed" said Lee Thornhill, Globe district ranger.
“These fuel types can become very volatile, and this is a way to eliminate dangerous situations to both the forest and human visitors,” emphasized Thornhill.
Years of planning and preparation have been completed for all three projects. Fire managers have completed extensive work designing a plan that will safely treat the overgrown vegetation in these areas. Planned burning dates will depend on weather conditions and having personnel available to safely conduct the burns.
Area residents and visitors can expect to see smoke from these prescribed fires, which at times could become moderately heavy. If the smoke becomes a public nuisance, measures will be taken to reduce smoke volume.
The Gap prescribed fire will take care of approx. 4,000 acres & is scheduled to start on June 13th, located in & around the Pipeline OHV area.
"The purpose of these prescribed fires is to reduce the hazardous fuels in the areas and lower the chance of catastrophic fire, which could burn onto private land and endanger valuable electronic sites and private property. The prescribed fires will also help promote a healthier forest and watershed" said Lee Thornhill, Globe district ranger.
“These fuel types can become very volatile, and this is a way to eliminate dangerous situations to both the forest and human visitors,” emphasized Thornhill.
Years of planning and preparation have been completed for all three projects. Fire managers have completed extensive work designing a plan that will safely treat the overgrown vegetation in these areas. Planned burning dates will depend on weather conditions and having personnel available to safely conduct the burns.
Area residents and visitors can expect to see smoke from these prescribed fires, which at times could become moderately heavy. If the smoke becomes a public nuisance, measures will be taken to reduce smoke volume.
U.S. Reps. Giffords & Grijalva Send Letter Of Objection On ASARCO Sale
Two Arizona members of Congress yesterday sent a letter to U.S. Attorney General Michael Mukasey expressing concerns about the environmental track record of the India company Vedanta/Sterlite. U.S. Reps. Gabrielle Giffords & Raul Grijalva urged the U.S. Department of Justice “to launch an immediate investigation into the environmental record for bidders” before the Vedanta offer is accepted.
The full text of the letter reads as follows:
“Dear Attorney General Mukasey:
We are writing to you to express our concerns related to the impending settlement of bankruptcy proceeding for the mining company ASARCO. Specifically, we are concern about the potential acquisition of ASARCO operating assets by Sterlite Industries, Ltd. of India, a subsidiary of Vedanta Resources, PLC.
As members of Congress representing two districts from Southern Arizona, which include ASARCO headquarters in Tucson and two of its open-pit copper mines, it is very important to us and our constituents that the next owner of ASARCO’s facilities have a well-documented record as a responsible employer and environmental steward. We have reason to believe that Vedanta does not meet that standard.
Vedanta has established an operating record in India and Africa that does not bode well for responsible stewardship of assets in the United States. In particular, we are troubled by reports that Vedanta may have engaged in a pattern of environmental labor abuses including:
* contaminating water supplies near mines in India and Zambia,
* improperly disposing of toxic waste and
* failing to provide protective gear to mine workers.
Despite these red flags in Vedanta’s background, the Department of Justice does not seem concerned. We were troubled to read that at a hearing last week, DOJ attorney Alan Tenenbaum stated that the Vedanta’s environmental record should not be a “dispositive disqualifying factor.” We could not disagree more. Given ASARCO’s existing legacy of environmental degradation, it should be a priority to ensure that its assets pass into the hands of a responsible corporate citizen.
Before allowing this deal to proceed we urge the Department of Justice to launch an immediate investigation into the environmental record for bidders. If the Department of Justice approves the settlement -- as is required by the Comprehensive Environmental Response, Compensation and Liability Act -- before conducting such investigation, we will ask the Arizona Department of Environmental Quality to conduct an investigation before approving any transfer of offering permits to the new owner.
Sincerely,
Gabriella Giffords, Member of Congress
Raul M. Grijalva, Member of Congress”
The full text of the letter reads as follows:
“Dear Attorney General Mukasey:
We are writing to you to express our concerns related to the impending settlement of bankruptcy proceeding for the mining company ASARCO. Specifically, we are concern about the potential acquisition of ASARCO operating assets by Sterlite Industries, Ltd. of India, a subsidiary of Vedanta Resources, PLC.
As members of Congress representing two districts from Southern Arizona, which include ASARCO headquarters in Tucson and two of its open-pit copper mines, it is very important to us and our constituents that the next owner of ASARCO’s facilities have a well-documented record as a responsible employer and environmental steward. We have reason to believe that Vedanta does not meet that standard.
Vedanta has established an operating record in India and Africa that does not bode well for responsible stewardship of assets in the United States. In particular, we are troubled by reports that Vedanta may have engaged in a pattern of environmental labor abuses including:
* contaminating water supplies near mines in India and Zambia,
* improperly disposing of toxic waste and
* failing to provide protective gear to mine workers.
Despite these red flags in Vedanta’s background, the Department of Justice does not seem concerned. We were troubled to read that at a hearing last week, DOJ attorney Alan Tenenbaum stated that the Vedanta’s environmental record should not be a “dispositive disqualifying factor.” We could not disagree more. Given ASARCO’s existing legacy of environmental degradation, it should be a priority to ensure that its assets pass into the hands of a responsible corporate citizen.
Before allowing this deal to proceed we urge the Department of Justice to launch an immediate investigation into the environmental record for bidders. If the Department of Justice approves the settlement -- as is required by the Comprehensive Environmental Response, Compensation and Liability Act -- before conducting such investigation, we will ask the Arizona Department of Environmental Quality to conduct an investigation before approving any transfer of offering permits to the new owner.
Sincerely,
Gabriella Giffords, Member of Congress
Raul M. Grijalva, Member of Congress”
Casa Grande Party In The Park Concert Series
The City of Casa Grande Community Services Department is proud to present a trip back in time with, "The Belaires," on June 20th, at Peart Park located at 350 E. 6th St. All concerts during the series are free and will begin at 6 pm. Bring your blankets or chairs & start your weekend off right with an evening in the park.
Tusayan and Valle Area Residents Free Community Clean-Up Day
From Az 2-1-1:
On Saturday, June 14th, Coconino County will sponsor a free community clean-up and fire fuel reduction day for residents of Tusayan, Valle and the surrounding areas.
The cleanup will be held from 9 am to 3 pm in the parking lot of the Flintstone’s Bedrock City campground, at the junction of Highway 64 & Highway 180.
This clean-up day provides an opportunity for residents to clean up debris in their neighborhoods, eliminate rodent nesting areas, & reduce the threat of fire by disposing of potential fire hazards.
Items accepted at the clean-up include tree trimmings, bagged pine needles, bulky residential waste, tires without rims & refrigerated appliances (a Certificate of Evacuation is required, or a fee of $30 will be charged for disposal without a certificate).
And, for the first time, other items that will be accepted include:
• mixed household recyclables-plastic containers #1-7, aluminum and tin cans, newspaper, magazines, office paper, junk mail & crushed cardboard boxes
Items that will NOT be accepted include:
• hazardous materials, liquids, paint, or batteries (Flagstaff’s hazardous products center at Cinder Lakes Landfill accepts residential hazardous materials free of charge year-round).
• dead animals, vehicle parts.
For more information, please call Lindsay Daley, Coconino County Public Works Information Coordinator, at (928) 526-2735 ext. 17.
On Saturday, June 14th, Coconino County will sponsor a free community clean-up and fire fuel reduction day for residents of Tusayan, Valle and the surrounding areas.
The cleanup will be held from 9 am to 3 pm in the parking lot of the Flintstone’s Bedrock City campground, at the junction of Highway 64 & Highway 180.
This clean-up day provides an opportunity for residents to clean up debris in their neighborhoods, eliminate rodent nesting areas, & reduce the threat of fire by disposing of potential fire hazards.
Items accepted at the clean-up include tree trimmings, bagged pine needles, bulky residential waste, tires without rims & refrigerated appliances (a Certificate of Evacuation is required, or a fee of $30 will be charged for disposal without a certificate).
And, for the first time, other items that will be accepted include:
• mixed household recyclables-plastic containers #1-7, aluminum and tin cans, newspaper, magazines, office paper, junk mail & crushed cardboard boxes
Items that will NOT be accepted include:
• hazardous materials, liquids, paint, or batteries (Flagstaff’s hazardous products center at Cinder Lakes Landfill accepts residential hazardous materials free of charge year-round).
• dead animals, vehicle parts.
For more information, please call Lindsay Daley, Coconino County Public Works Information Coordinator, at (928) 526-2735 ext. 17.
Pinal County Responds To Lawsuit Filed By Environmentalist Groups
On June 4th, 2008, three environmental organizations filed a lawsuit in the U.S. District Court located in Phoenix, seeking to, among other things, force Pinal County to close a roadway that has been in existence for more than 100 years and that serves as an important transportation corridor into & out of the small town of Dudleyville. The lawsuit, filed by an attorney representing the Center for Biological Diversity (CBD), the Maricopa Audubon Society (MAS) & the Tucson Audubon Society (TAS), is based on false allegations with regard to the County’s activities in maintaining the roadway & on misrepresentations concerning the ownership of the property on which the roadway is located.
Pinal County will vigorously defend itself from the unfounded allegations in the lawsuit & will use its best efforts to ensure that the roadway remains open & available for use by the citizens of Dudleyville & to ensure that emergency (police, fire, paramedic) services can be provided to the public & visitors in a prompt & effective manner.
The roadway, generally known as San Pedro Road, serves as the western gateway to Dudleyville, & one of only two roads into and out of the town. It has been located along the same general alignment for decades & is used daily by residents of the town & by school bus providers serving the children in the area. The road also allows for the most direct access across the San Pedro River into the town for fire & emergency medical providers.
In their lawsuit, the CBD, MAS & TAS claim that the County has been “bulldozing in the stream” & “importing fill from outside the area,” thereby “accelerating erosion & destruction of streamside habitat.” Those allegations are untrue. The only “bulldozing” the County has done on San Pedro Road this year was to remove an earthen, rock-filled barrier that was illegally constructed across the road by landowners who are working in conjunction with CBD & the Audubon Societies. Those landowners excavated fill material from another landowner’s property & dumped it at a point near where the road enters the west side of Dudleyville. After obtaining a court order authorizing its removal, the County used its equipment to push the fill material to the side & re-open the road. If anything illegal was done in these incidents it was by the landowners who excavated material from another person’s privately-owned property & dumped it across the road.
The environmental groups contend that one of their principal motivations for filing it is to protect the Southwestern willow flycatcher, a species of small bird, some of which have been seen nesting in the area. There is no need to close the road for the protection of the flycatcher, however, because the birds are not adversely affected by the roadway traffic. The flycatchers first began nesting activities in this area long after the road was open & being utilized by vehicle traffic. The birds have continued to populate the area even though San Pedro Road has remained open to public travel.
“It is not our intent to try this case in the media,” Supervisor Lionel Ruiz said. “At the same time, we want the people of Pinal County to know that we will vigorously defend against false allegations. This road is a lifeline in the event of an emergency & we intend for it to stay open.” Ruiz is Supervisor for District 1, the area where the road is located.
In prior meetings concerning San Pedro Road , County Supervisors have stated they will do whatever is within their power to ensure that the road remains open. It is not anticipated that the filing of this lawsuit will alter their position. They remain committed first & foremost to the safety of the residents in the Dudleyville area & will continue to operate & maintain San Pedro Road in an environmentally safe manner.
Pinal County will vigorously defend itself from the unfounded allegations in the lawsuit & will use its best efforts to ensure that the roadway remains open & available for use by the citizens of Dudleyville & to ensure that emergency (police, fire, paramedic) services can be provided to the public & visitors in a prompt & effective manner.
The roadway, generally known as San Pedro Road, serves as the western gateway to Dudleyville, & one of only two roads into and out of the town. It has been located along the same general alignment for decades & is used daily by residents of the town & by school bus providers serving the children in the area. The road also allows for the most direct access across the San Pedro River into the town for fire & emergency medical providers.
In their lawsuit, the CBD, MAS & TAS claim that the County has been “bulldozing in the stream” & “importing fill from outside the area,” thereby “accelerating erosion & destruction of streamside habitat.” Those allegations are untrue. The only “bulldozing” the County has done on San Pedro Road this year was to remove an earthen, rock-filled barrier that was illegally constructed across the road by landowners who are working in conjunction with CBD & the Audubon Societies. Those landowners excavated fill material from another landowner’s property & dumped it at a point near where the road enters the west side of Dudleyville. After obtaining a court order authorizing its removal, the County used its equipment to push the fill material to the side & re-open the road. If anything illegal was done in these incidents it was by the landowners who excavated material from another person’s privately-owned property & dumped it across the road.
The environmental groups contend that one of their principal motivations for filing it is to protect the Southwestern willow flycatcher, a species of small bird, some of which have been seen nesting in the area. There is no need to close the road for the protection of the flycatcher, however, because the birds are not adversely affected by the roadway traffic. The flycatchers first began nesting activities in this area long after the road was open & being utilized by vehicle traffic. The birds have continued to populate the area even though San Pedro Road has remained open to public travel.
“It is not our intent to try this case in the media,” Supervisor Lionel Ruiz said. “At the same time, we want the people of Pinal County to know that we will vigorously defend against false allegations. This road is a lifeline in the event of an emergency & we intend for it to stay open.” Ruiz is Supervisor for District 1, the area where the road is located.
In prior meetings concerning San Pedro Road , County Supervisors have stated they will do whatever is within their power to ensure that the road remains open. It is not anticipated that the filing of this lawsuit will alter their position. They remain committed first & foremost to the safety of the residents in the Dudleyville area & will continue to operate & maintain San Pedro Road in an environmentally safe manner.
Tuesday, June 10, 2008
Flags To Be Flown At Half Staff Through Sunday To Honor State Senator Jake Flake
Governor Janet Napolitano announced that flags at state buildings will be lowered through Sunday, June 15th, in honor of State Senator Jake Flake, who died Sunday at his home near Snowflake.
"Jake Flake was a leader of great strength and wisdom, who worked with passion on behalf of the people of Arizona," the Governor said. “Our hearts and prayers are with his family as they mourn his loss."
Senator Flake, a longtime cattle rancher and a former Speaker of the Arizona House of Representatives, was 72. He is survived by his wife, Mary Louise, 12 children, 55 grandchildren, and a great grandchild.
"Jake Flake was a leader of great strength and wisdom, who worked with passion on behalf of the people of Arizona," the Governor said. “Our hearts and prayers are with his family as they mourn his loss."
Senator Flake, a longtime cattle rancher and a former Speaker of the Arizona House of Representatives, was 72. He is survived by his wife, Mary Louise, 12 children, 55 grandchildren, and a great grandchild.
3rd Annual San Carlos Men's Health Fair
“Awareness, Prevention, Education, & Family” are major key's in the effort to continued good health. On Thursday, June 12th, on the Community Health lawn at the San Carlos Hospital between 9:30 am until Noon, everyone is welcome to come and learn about the many ways to get and maintain a healthy lifestyle.
Employer Sanctions Law Violations Lead To Arrests At Golfland Entertainment and Waterworld
The arrests made at Golfland Entertainment and Waterworld locations in North Phoenix and Mesa, along with Big Surf in Tempe are the first in the enforcement of the Employer Sanctions Law.
The files seized from the businesses will be used to determine whether the employer at each location knowingly hired the undocumented immigrants.
The files seized from the businesses will be used to determine whether the employer at each location knowingly hired the undocumented immigrants.
ASU To Lead Nation With Largest University Solar Installation
Arizona State University (ASU) has awarded energy contracts to Honeywell Building Systems, Independent Energy Group & SolEquity to install two megawatts of solar electric modules on approx. 135,000 square feet of building rooftop space & some parking structures on its Tempe campus. With this investment ASU reaffirmed its commitment to renewable energy through what will be the largest deployment of solar power infrastructure by any U.S. university. The installation will begin in August 2008 with completion scheduled for December 2008.
The solar panels will meet up to 7% of the energy needs for ASU’s Tempe campus. Two megawatts of electricity can run approx. 4,600 computers. There is no up front cost for this installation that will generate approx. $425,000 worth of energy & reduce ASU’s carbon emissions by 2,825 tons per year as compared to traditional energy generation in the state of Arizona. The carbon reduction is equivalent to removing the annual emissions of 523 automobiles.
A study by ASU faculty & students in 2004 identified at least 330,000 square feet of roof space suitable for solar-based electricity generation on the Tempe campus alone. Due to the unprecedented expansion of new construction during the past few years, the roof space available for solar panels is now significantly larger. ASU’s solar energy plan now calls for the installation of up to 7 megawatts on the Tempe campus with additional installations on ASU’s other campuses over the next several years.
“These large-scale solar installations demonstrate ASU’s commitment to achieving carbon neutrality through on-site renewable energy generation coupled with extensive investment in energy efficiency & conservation” stated ASU President Michael Crow. “Long-term, ASU’s integrated research programs & business practices seek to transition energy markets away from fossil fuels toward advanced technologies that are economically competitive & environmentally benign.” Crow serves as chairman of the American College & University Presidents Climate Commitment, an organization with nearly 600 signatories to date that's dedicated to carbon neutrality.
Under this new agreement, ASU contracts to purchase the power generated on its rooftops at a set price for 15 years. The pricing takes advantage of federal & state tax credits as well as incentive payments provided by Arizona Public Service as authorized by the Arizona Corporation Commission’s Renewable Energy Standard Portfolio.
"I congratulate Dr. Crow and ASU for establishing the university as the national solar leader. Two megawatts of new distributed solar energy will help diversify Arizona’s energy system, clean our environment & accelerate the growth of a solar energy industry in the state. These are the same objectives sought by the Corporation Commission when it passed the Renewable Energy Portfolio Standard in 2006," said Commissioner Kris Mayes of the Arizona Corporation Commission.
Carol Campbell, ASU’s executive vice president & chief financial officer commented that this deployment illustrates ASU’s aggressive moves to adopt sustainable practices throughout the university’s 4 campuses - including water and energy conservation, use of sustainable materials in all facilities, minimizing waste generation, & recycling.
“This investment decision together with the recent awards of 6 significant solar energy research & development grants from the U.S. Department of Energy confirm that ASU has become a recognized national leader in solar energy,” states Jonathan Fink, director of ASU’s Global Institute of Sustainability, the hub for the university’s sustainability initiatives. “In addition, by requiring that the installations include the ability to collect, analyze, & display their performance data, the university is assuring that students, staff & the public at large will be able to track the amount of energy generated & used. As such, the system is a synergistic merging of research, economic development & education,” added Fink.
This announcement follows the recent decision by Arizona Public Service to build the largest solar thermal plant in the country.
“For the Sun Devils to become sun users is a sound business decision,” said APS Renewable Energy Manager, Barbara Lockwood. “Importantly, ASU’s leadership will have an impact on other large Arizona institutions & businesses considering similar installations. The more renewable energy customers produce, the better APS can manage the extraordinary growth in energy usage throughout the state.” For the past 15 years, ASU has hosted the only photovoltaic testing laboratory in the U.S. “Arizona’s industry, government, universities & the public are all waking up to the fact that we need to better utilize our abundant solar resources in as many ways as possible,” said Fink.
ASU’s Global Institute of Sustainability advances sustainability research, education, business practices, & the university's operations, with an emphasis on solutions that are relevant to an urbanizing world. Its first-in-the-nation School of Sustainability offers integrated degree programs that explore & advance practical solutions to environmental, economic, & social challenges.
The solar panels will meet up to 7% of the energy needs for ASU’s Tempe campus. Two megawatts of electricity can run approx. 4,600 computers. There is no up front cost for this installation that will generate approx. $425,000 worth of energy & reduce ASU’s carbon emissions by 2,825 tons per year as compared to traditional energy generation in the state of Arizona. The carbon reduction is equivalent to removing the annual emissions of 523 automobiles.
A study by ASU faculty & students in 2004 identified at least 330,000 square feet of roof space suitable for solar-based electricity generation on the Tempe campus alone. Due to the unprecedented expansion of new construction during the past few years, the roof space available for solar panels is now significantly larger. ASU’s solar energy plan now calls for the installation of up to 7 megawatts on the Tempe campus with additional installations on ASU’s other campuses over the next several years.
“These large-scale solar installations demonstrate ASU’s commitment to achieving carbon neutrality through on-site renewable energy generation coupled with extensive investment in energy efficiency & conservation” stated ASU President Michael Crow. “Long-term, ASU’s integrated research programs & business practices seek to transition energy markets away from fossil fuels toward advanced technologies that are economically competitive & environmentally benign.” Crow serves as chairman of the American College & University Presidents Climate Commitment, an organization with nearly 600 signatories to date that's dedicated to carbon neutrality.
Under this new agreement, ASU contracts to purchase the power generated on its rooftops at a set price for 15 years. The pricing takes advantage of federal & state tax credits as well as incentive payments provided by Arizona Public Service as authorized by the Arizona Corporation Commission’s Renewable Energy Standard Portfolio.
"I congratulate Dr. Crow and ASU for establishing the university as the national solar leader. Two megawatts of new distributed solar energy will help diversify Arizona’s energy system, clean our environment & accelerate the growth of a solar energy industry in the state. These are the same objectives sought by the Corporation Commission when it passed the Renewable Energy Portfolio Standard in 2006," said Commissioner Kris Mayes of the Arizona Corporation Commission.
Carol Campbell, ASU’s executive vice president & chief financial officer commented that this deployment illustrates ASU’s aggressive moves to adopt sustainable practices throughout the university’s 4 campuses - including water and energy conservation, use of sustainable materials in all facilities, minimizing waste generation, & recycling.
“This investment decision together with the recent awards of 6 significant solar energy research & development grants from the U.S. Department of Energy confirm that ASU has become a recognized national leader in solar energy,” states Jonathan Fink, director of ASU’s Global Institute of Sustainability, the hub for the university’s sustainability initiatives. “In addition, by requiring that the installations include the ability to collect, analyze, & display their performance data, the university is assuring that students, staff & the public at large will be able to track the amount of energy generated & used. As such, the system is a synergistic merging of research, economic development & education,” added Fink.
This announcement follows the recent decision by Arizona Public Service to build the largest solar thermal plant in the country.
“For the Sun Devils to become sun users is a sound business decision,” said APS Renewable Energy Manager, Barbara Lockwood. “Importantly, ASU’s leadership will have an impact on other large Arizona institutions & businesses considering similar installations. The more renewable energy customers produce, the better APS can manage the extraordinary growth in energy usage throughout the state.” For the past 15 years, ASU has hosted the only photovoltaic testing laboratory in the U.S. “Arizona’s industry, government, universities & the public are all waking up to the fact that we need to better utilize our abundant solar resources in as many ways as possible,” said Fink.
ASU’s Global Institute of Sustainability advances sustainability research, education, business practices, & the university's operations, with an emphasis on solutions that are relevant to an urbanizing world. Its first-in-the-nation School of Sustainability offers integrated degree programs that explore & advance practical solutions to environmental, economic, & social challenges.
Small Business Workshops Rescheduled
Due to an illness, the free computer workshops being offered to small businesses by the Gila Community College’s Small Business Development Center had to be rescheduled. Please note the changes below:
Computer Wellness Workshop - Free
Saturday, July 12th, 10 am - 11:30 am
Payson Campus, Room 402
Globe Campus, Room 520 (via ITV)
Discussion of ways to keep PCs safe from viruses & spyware & how to do an annual cleanup.
Web Security Workshop - Free
Saturday, July 12th, 11:30 am - 1 pm
Payson Campus, Room 402
Globe Campus, Room 520 (via ITV)
Will discuss how to secure the internet & how to limit or restrict access by users.
Computer Backup & Recovery Workshop - Free
Saturday, TBA, 10 am - 11:30 am
Payson Campus, Room 402
Globe Campus, Room 520 (via ITV)
Internet Advertising Workshop - Free
Saturday, TBA, 11:30 am - 1 pm
Payson Campus, Room 402
Globe Campus, Room 520 (via ITV)
Interested business owners should call, (928) 425-8481 to sign up or for more details.
Computer Wellness Workshop - Free
Saturday, July 12th, 10 am - 11:30 am
Payson Campus, Room 402
Globe Campus, Room 520 (via ITV)
Discussion of ways to keep PCs safe from viruses & spyware & how to do an annual cleanup.
Web Security Workshop - Free
Saturday, July 12th, 11:30 am - 1 pm
Payson Campus, Room 402
Globe Campus, Room 520 (via ITV)
Will discuss how to secure the internet & how to limit or restrict access by users.
Computer Backup & Recovery Workshop - Free
Saturday, TBA, 10 am - 11:30 am
Payson Campus, Room 402
Globe Campus, Room 520 (via ITV)
Internet Advertising Workshop - Free
Saturday, TBA, 11:30 am - 1 pm
Payson Campus, Room 402
Globe Campus, Room 520 (via ITV)
Interested business owners should call, (928) 425-8481 to sign up or for more details.
Globe-Miami Chamber of Commerce Annual Dinner
The annual dinner for the Globe-Miami Chamber of Commerce will be held Wednesday, June 25th, at the Dream Manor Inn. Those attending will be voting on directors for the coming year, as well as a slate of officers. The dinner begins at 6 pm.
Volunteers for the chamber will be recognized during the evening, & the year will be recapped in pictures and words. The winner of the Business of the Year award will be announced at the meeting as well.
Reservations may be made by calling the chamber at 425-4495. Tickets are $25 each for the roast beef dinner.
Volunteers for the chamber will be recognized during the evening, & the year will be recapped in pictures and words. The winner of the Business of the Year award will be announced at the meeting as well.
Reservations may be made by calling the chamber at 425-4495. Tickets are $25 each for the roast beef dinner.
Monday, June 9, 2008
Frances Gerhardt Passes
Frances Gerhardt, 92, passed away on June 6th, at her home in Globe. Frances' passion was journalism, & it showed in her work. She was a reporter & chief editor for the Arizona Silverbelt & the Arizona Record, a member of the Arizona Press Women's Club, & WAAIME. Frances won several local awards including The Arizona Silverbelt Golden Service Award, the Emma C. McKinney Award, & a national award for women in publishing. Her retirement brought on a new career, in public relations with the Cities Service Corporation. During her years in Globe-Miami, she received the Citizen of the Year award, & the Outstanding Community Service Award in 1968. In 1964, she won the Outstanding Citizenship award from the Miami Lions Club. She was also a member of the Globe Chamber of Commerce for many years and a member of the Board of Directors from 1980 to 1983.
Visitation is June 12th, from 6 pm - 8 pm, at the Chapel at 237 S. Sutherland St. in Globe.
The funeral is June 13th, at 10 am in the St. Paul's United Methodist Church at 141 Hill St. in Globe.
Interment will be at the Globe Cemetery.
Visitation is June 12th, from 6 pm - 8 pm, at the Chapel at 237 S. Sutherland St. in Globe.
The funeral is June 13th, at 10 am in the St. Paul's United Methodist Church at 141 Hill St. in Globe.
Interment will be at the Globe Cemetery.
Dickbag Thieves Steal From Organization That Assists Children
"I want him DEAD! I want his family DEAD! I want his house burned to the GROUND! I wanna go there in the middle of the night and I wanna PISS ON HIS ASHES!"
The above are my current sentiments about the the piss sac(s) responsible for robbing the Friendly House of thousands of dollars worth of equipment, including two air conditioners that range upwards of $3,000 each & even the catalytic converters from the organizations vans.
If you would like to help, please call (602) 257-1870 to find out how.
On a final note, let those scumbags who did this meet the business end of various instuments whether they be sharp or blunt and their bodies be left to rot in the summer sun.
The above are my current sentiments about the the piss sac(s) responsible for robbing the Friendly House of thousands of dollars worth of equipment, including two air conditioners that range upwards of $3,000 each & even the catalytic converters from the organizations vans.
If you would like to help, please call (602) 257-1870 to find out how.
On a final note, let those scumbags who did this meet the business end of various instuments whether they be sharp or blunt and their bodies be left to rot in the summer sun.
Nicolas Christopher David Fox Services
Nicolas Christopher David Fox, 17 of Globe passed away June 7th, at Hospice of the Valley Gardiner House in Phoenix. Nicolas was born in Globe on March 7th, 1991, & was a 9th grader at Globe High School. He would have been a Junior, but his cancer got in his way every time he turned around. In November 2005, Nicolas had osteosarcoma in his humerus. He was diagnosed after his sister, Siandra Fox, was diagnosed in October 2005 with AML. Nicolas got a big tumor, which deteriorated his right lung & messed up his kidneys.
He is now at peace with his sister, Siandra Fox, & his mother, Grace Munlin.
Visitation is June 14th, from 10 am - 10:30 am, at 237 S. Sutherland St. in Globe.
The funeral will be at 10:30 am in the Miles Funeral Services Globe Chapel.
Interment will be at the Globe Cemetery.
He is now at peace with his sister, Siandra Fox, & his mother, Grace Munlin.
Visitation is June 14th, from 10 am - 10:30 am, at 237 S. Sutherland St. in Globe.
The funeral will be at 10:30 am in the Miles Funeral Services Globe Chapel.
Interment will be at the Globe Cemetery.
“Heroes of Emergency Medicine”
The American College of Emergency Physicians (ACEP) announced the recognition of Patrick Connell, MD, FACEP, an emergency physician working at Clínica Esperanza, Roatán, Honduras, & Kendall Shane Allred, a medical student at the University of Arizona, as “Heroes of Emergency Medicine.” The campaign, which is part of ACEP’s 40th anniversary, recognizes those who have made significant contributions to emergency medicine, their communities & their patients.
“Emergency physicians are on the front lines of America’s health care system, providing the essential community service of emergency care,” says ACEP President Linda L. Lawrence, MD. “The dedication, passion and commitment Dr. Connell and Kendall have shown embody the vision of ACEP’s founders and the ideals of our specialty.”
Dr. Connell was born in Arizona & currently spends approx. 6 months per year in Roatán, one of the Bay Islands of Honduras, serving as the clinic’s volunteer administrative & medical advisor. The clinic currently sees more than 800 patients per month. With adequate funding, Dr. Connell hopes to open an inpatient birthing center & pediatric inpatient ward in 2009. When not in Roatán, Dr. Connell works at Maricopa Medical Center in Phoenix. Dr. Connell has been part of Arizona ACEP since 1989 & has served many years as a board member, is a past president & has served as an ACEP councillor for 10 years. In addition to being a hard-working emergency physician, Dr. Connell served on the Arizona Medical Board & was the first president to represent the specialty of emergency medicine.
When Kendall started medical school, he decided to take an active role in shaping the future of medicine by joining & being actively involved in ACEP & the AMA. These organizations have exposed him to important issues & viewpoints crucial to his future & have also allowed him opportunities to develop leadership skills & unite with colleagues who are dedicated to the profession & to their patients. Kendall is on the AMA’s Board of Trustees & has served in several AMA leadership positions on the local, state, regional, & national levels. While dedicating so many hours to these organizations during medical school hasn’t always been easy, Kendall feels privileged to make these sacrifices to ensure a better future for emergency medicine & America’s health care system. He hopes that his example of leadership, passion & advocacy will encourage other medical students to become involved in organized medicine.
“The American College of Emergency Physicians is celebrating 40 years of advancing emergency care, & the nation’s emergency physicians are dedicated to saving even more lives & to improving emergency care for the next 40 years,” said Dr. Lawrence. “Tens of thousands of lives are saved each year by emergency physicians & 115 million patients are treated in the nation’s emergency departments. Emergency physicians are medical specialists who are experts in their field.”
ACEP is a national medical specialty society representing emergency medicine with more than 26,000 members. ACEP is 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’s 40th Anniversary is sponsored by Ultrasonix Medical Corporation, a manufacturer of high quality diagnostic ultrasound imaging systems & OnStar by General Motors, the world’s most comprehensive in-vehicle safety, security, navigation, communications & diagnostics system.
“Emergency physicians are on the front lines of America’s health care system, providing the essential community service of emergency care,” says ACEP President Linda L. Lawrence, MD. “The dedication, passion and commitment Dr. Connell and Kendall have shown embody the vision of ACEP’s founders and the ideals of our specialty.”
Dr. Connell was born in Arizona & currently spends approx. 6 months per year in Roatán, one of the Bay Islands of Honduras, serving as the clinic’s volunteer administrative & medical advisor. The clinic currently sees more than 800 patients per month. With adequate funding, Dr. Connell hopes to open an inpatient birthing center & pediatric inpatient ward in 2009. When not in Roatán, Dr. Connell works at Maricopa Medical Center in Phoenix. Dr. Connell has been part of Arizona ACEP since 1989 & has served many years as a board member, is a past president & has served as an ACEP councillor for 10 years. In addition to being a hard-working emergency physician, Dr. Connell served on the Arizona Medical Board & was the first president to represent the specialty of emergency medicine.
When Kendall started medical school, he decided to take an active role in shaping the future of medicine by joining & being actively involved in ACEP & the AMA. These organizations have exposed him to important issues & viewpoints crucial to his future & have also allowed him opportunities to develop leadership skills & unite with colleagues who are dedicated to the profession & to their patients. Kendall is on the AMA’s Board of Trustees & has served in several AMA leadership positions on the local, state, regional, & national levels. While dedicating so many hours to these organizations during medical school hasn’t always been easy, Kendall feels privileged to make these sacrifices to ensure a better future for emergency medicine & America’s health care system. He hopes that his example of leadership, passion & advocacy will encourage other medical students to become involved in organized medicine.
“The American College of Emergency Physicians is celebrating 40 years of advancing emergency care, & the nation’s emergency physicians are dedicated to saving even more lives & to improving emergency care for the next 40 years,” said Dr. Lawrence. “Tens of thousands of lives are saved each year by emergency physicians & 115 million patients are treated in the nation’s emergency departments. Emergency physicians are medical specialists who are experts in their field.”
ACEP is a national medical specialty society representing emergency medicine with more than 26,000 members. ACEP is 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’s 40th Anniversary is sponsored by Ultrasonix Medical Corporation, a manufacturer of high quality diagnostic ultrasound imaging systems & OnStar by General Motors, the world’s most comprehensive in-vehicle safety, security, navigation, communications & diagnostics system.
FBI Issues Warning About New E-Mail Scams Regrding Fake Refund Notification
Among the new versions released by the FBI, is an e-mail claiming to be from the Internet Crime Complaint Center (IC3) & the government of the United Kingdom. The individuals involved give titles to the names of people listed in the e-mail that are not part of the Internet Crime Complaint Center, to make it appear official. The other two fake e-mails claim they are from the Bank of England & the Metropolitan Police (U.K.).
The e-mails tell the individual that they will get a refund worth thousands of dollars. It is then told, the refunds will be sent via bank wire transfer from the “bank of England [sic]” once the victim signs a “fund release order.” The e-mails also warn that a failure to sign that order will put said funds on hold & a penalty will be applied.
The FBI has a list of items to look for to help detect a fraudulent e-mail:
* Multiple spelling errors.
* Poor grammar.
* Government agency names.
* Signatures of officials & titles to appear authentic.
* Warning for failure to comply.
The FBI also recommends that you should consider the following:
* Do not respond to unsolicited (SPAM) e-mail.
* Be skeptical of individuals representing themselves as officials soliciting personal information via e-mail.
* Do not click on links contained within an unsolicited e-mail.
* Be cautious of e-mail claiming to contain pictures in attached files, as the files may contain viruses. Only open attachments from known senders.
* Validate the legitimacy of the organization by directly accessing the organization's website rather than following an alleged link to the site.
* Do not provide personal or financial information to anyone who solicits information.
The e-mails tell the individual that they will get a refund worth thousands of dollars. It is then told, the refunds will be sent via bank wire transfer from the “bank of England [sic]” once the victim signs a “fund release order.” The e-mails also warn that a failure to sign that order will put said funds on hold & a penalty will be applied.
The FBI has a list of items to look for to help detect a fraudulent e-mail:
* Multiple spelling errors.
* Poor grammar.
* Government agency names.
* Signatures of officials & titles to appear authentic.
* Warning for failure to comply.
The FBI also recommends that you should consider the following:
* Do not respond to unsolicited (SPAM) e-mail.
* Be skeptical of individuals representing themselves as officials soliciting personal information via e-mail.
* Do not click on links contained within an unsolicited e-mail.
* Be cautious of e-mail claiming to contain pictures in attached files, as the files may contain viruses. Only open attachments from known senders.
* Validate the legitimacy of the organization by directly accessing the organization's website rather than following an alleged link to the site.
* Do not provide personal or financial information to anyone who solicits information.
First Annual Thunder Idol
The Town of Florence Parks and Recreation Department is seeking performers for the 1st Annual “Thunder Idol” country singing competition co-sponsored by Country Thunder USA. The competition will take place during the annual July 4th Celebration ”Freedom Fest” at Heritage Park in Florence. Winners will receive prize packages provided by Country Thunder.
Auditions are held at 1 pm on June 21st, at Florence Town Hall (Town Council Chambers), located at 775 North Main Street. The top 12 finalists will perform to a crowd of up to 3,000 at the July 4th celebration.
Contact the Town of Florence Parks & Recreation office for more information at (520) 868-7589.
Auditions are held at 1 pm on June 21st, at Florence Town Hall (Town Council Chambers), located at 775 North Main Street. The top 12 finalists will perform to a crowd of up to 3,000 at the July 4th celebration.
Contact the Town of Florence Parks & Recreation office for more information at (520) 868-7589.
Town of Florence Adds Watermelon Eating Contest To 4th of July Festivities
The Town of Florence Parks and Recreation Department will host a Watermelon Eating Contest during their annual 4th of July Festivities. The competition begins at 7 pm at Heritage Park and is for boys and girls ages 5 - 8, 9 - 12, & 13 and up. This is a recreational competition and prizes are awarded for 1st place in each of the age divisions.
Huns Motorcycle Club Holding American Diabetes Association Benefit Drag Race
On Saturday, June 21st, the Huns Motorcycle Club will be holding their 6th Annual HEATSTROKE Drag Racing Event with proceeds to benefit the American Diabetes Association of Southern Arizona with an onstage presentation of the check the night of the event.
The event will take place at SIR - Southwestern International Raceway, 12000 S. Houghton Road in Tucson. Gates open at 4 pm with the 1st race beginning at 6:30 pm. The event will feature food, vendors & live music by Wound 2 Tight & Dirtnap.
Nearly 21 million Americans have diabetes with approx. 340,000 in the State of Arizona. A chronic, life-threatening disease for which there is no cure, diabetes occurs when the body either cannot make insulin or has difficulty processing insulin. Complications from diabetes include heart disease, stroke, blindness, kidney disease, nerve damage & amputations.
The American Diabetes Association is the nation’s leading voluntary health organization concerned with diabetes & its complications. The mission of the American Diabetes Association is to prevent & cure diabetes and to improve the lives of all people affected by diabetes. For local information please call 1-800-DIABETES.
The event will take place at SIR - Southwestern International Raceway, 12000 S. Houghton Road in Tucson. Gates open at 4 pm with the 1st race beginning at 6:30 pm. The event will feature food, vendors & live music by Wound 2 Tight & Dirtnap.
Nearly 21 million Americans have diabetes with approx. 340,000 in the State of Arizona. A chronic, life-threatening disease for which there is no cure, diabetes occurs when the body either cannot make insulin or has difficulty processing insulin. Complications from diabetes include heart disease, stroke, blindness, kidney disease, nerve damage & amputations.
The American Diabetes Association is the nation’s leading voluntary health organization concerned with diabetes & its complications. The mission of the American Diabetes Association is to prevent & cure diabetes and to improve the lives of all people affected by diabetes. For local information please call 1-800-DIABETES.
Some DVDs Out This Week
High Noon (2-Disc Ultimate Collector's Edition)
Boondocks - The Complete 2nd Season
ESPN Inside Access Jeff Gordon
The Rock: The Most Electrifying Man in Sports Entertainment
The Odd Couple: The 4th Season
Tekwar
Witless Protection
John Adams (HBO Miniseries)
Hawaii Five-O - The 4th Season
Bob Dylan: 1978-1989 - Both Ends of the Rainbow
Sophia Loren 4-Film Collection
What's Happening: The Complete Series
Jumper
The Fugitive: Season 2, Vol. 1
Werewolf's Shadow
The Grand
Army Wives: The Complete 1st Season
Comedy Central's Home Grown
Deceitful Storm
Curse of the Devil
My Boys: The Complete 1st Season
The Signal
The Other Boleyn Girl
Home Improvement: The Complete 8th Season
Catherine Deneuve Collection
Smuggler's Ransom
Soap: The Complete Series
The Bucket List
7th Heaven: The 6th Season
Boondocks - The Complete 2nd Season
ESPN Inside Access Jeff Gordon
The Rock: The Most Electrifying Man in Sports Entertainment
The Odd Couple: The 4th Season
Tekwar
Witless Protection
John Adams (HBO Miniseries)
Hawaii Five-O - The 4th Season
Bob Dylan: 1978-1989 - Both Ends of the Rainbow
Sophia Loren 4-Film Collection
What's Happening: The Complete Series
Jumper
The Fugitive: Season 2, Vol. 1
Werewolf's Shadow
The Grand
Army Wives: The Complete 1st Season
Comedy Central's Home Grown
Deceitful Storm
Curse of the Devil
My Boys: The Complete 1st Season
The Signal
The Other Boleyn Girl
Home Improvement: The Complete 8th Season
Catherine Deneuve Collection
Smuggler's Ransom
Soap: The Complete Series
The Bucket List
7th Heaven: The 6th Season
Some Country/Folk CDs Out This Week
Emmylou Harris - All I Intended to Be
Goose Creek Symphony - The Same Thing Again
Montgomery Gentry - Back When I Knew It All
Roy D. Mercer - More Greatest Fits
Solomon Burke - Like a Fire
Goose Creek Symphony - The Same Thing Again
Montgomery Gentry - Back When I Knew It All
Roy D. Mercer - More Greatest Fits
Solomon Burke - Like a Fire
Sunday, June 8, 2008
State Senator Jake Flake Has Died
Senator Flake, 72, who died today after suffering a massive heart attack at his home near Snowflake. Prior to his service on the State Legislature for the past 11 years including a stint as Arizona speaker of the House, he was a board member and president of two school boards, an irrigation district, a hospital operating board, and a farm credit council's board of directors.
Flake was resting at his ranch in eastern Arizona from a horse riding accident over the Memorial Day weekend that left him with eight broken ribs and internal bleeding. Despite that, he vowed to return to work at the Legislature before the session ended this month.
Arizona Governor Janet Napolitano has released this statement regarding the loss of Arizona statesman Senator Jake Flake:
"Jake Flake was a leader of great strength and wisdom, who worked with passion on behalf of the people of Arizona. Our hearts and prayers are with his family as they mourn his loss."
Flake was resting at his ranch in eastern Arizona from a horse riding accident over the Memorial Day weekend that left him with eight broken ribs and internal bleeding. Despite that, he vowed to return to work at the Legislature before the session ended this month.
Arizona Governor Janet Napolitano has released this statement regarding the loss of Arizona statesman Senator Jake Flake:
"Jake Flake was a leader of great strength and wisdom, who worked with passion on behalf of the people of Arizona. Our hearts and prayers are with his family as they mourn his loss."
Saturday, June 7, 2008
Terry Porter Named Suns Head Coach
Terry Porter has agreed to a three-year contract worth about $7 million.
Porter was the 24th overall pick in the 1985 NBA Draft by the the Portland Trail Blazers and left them as their all-time assists leader with 5,319. He joined the Timberwolves in 1995 and helped them clinch their first-ever playoff berth in the 1996-97 season and to their first winning season the following year. After a run with the Wolves, he signed with the Miami Heat shortly before the 1998-99 season, and retired with the San Antonio Spurs after the 2001-2002 season.
He quickly stepped in to an assistant coaching position with the Sacramento Kings in 02-03. He was hired by the Bucks in 2003 as head coach. He was let go during the offseason in 2005 after the team failed to make the playoffs. He was an assistant coach for the Detriot Pistons during the 2006-2007 season and on June 7th, Porter was named Head Coach of the Phoenix Suns.
Porter was the 24th overall pick in the 1985 NBA Draft by the the Portland Trail Blazers and left them as their all-time assists leader with 5,319. He joined the Timberwolves in 1995 and helped them clinch their first-ever playoff berth in the 1996-97 season and to their first winning season the following year. After a run with the Wolves, he signed with the Miami Heat shortly before the 1998-99 season, and retired with the San Antonio Spurs after the 2001-2002 season.
He quickly stepped in to an assistant coaching position with the Sacramento Kings in 02-03. He was hired by the Bucks in 2003 as head coach. He was let go during the offseason in 2005 after the team failed to make the playoffs. He was an assistant coach for the Detriot Pistons during the 2006-2007 season and on June 7th, Porter was named Head Coach of the Phoenix Suns.
Flags To Be Flown At Half Staff To Honor Fallen Officer
Governor Janet Napolitano has announced that flags are to be lowered at state buildings immediately through sunset on Tuesday, June 10th, in honor of Tucson Police Officer Erik Hite, who died Monday of wounds received in the line of duty.
Officer Hite, 43, was a veteran of the U.S. Air Force & served the Tucson Police Department for 4 years. He is survived by his wife, adult son, infant daughter, & parents.
Officer Hite, 43, was a veteran of the U.S. Air Force & served the Tucson Police Department for 4 years. He is survived by his wife, adult son, infant daughter, & parents.
Movie Night
On June 10th, you can everybody to see “The Bee Movie” & "Shrek 3" in the Bullion Plaza Gym in Miami. Admission is only $1 per person or FREE with a summer pass. The doors will open at 5:30 pm, & the movie will start at 6 pm. A concession stand will be available.
Pinal And Gila County Come Together For World Elder Abuse Awareness Day
June 15th is World Elder Abuse Awareness Day & Pinal and Gila Counties will hold their own somber celebration.
On Friday, June 13th, the Pinal County Elder Abuse Specialist Team will sponsor a Break the Silence event at the Pinal County Senior Resource Center at 94 W. Butte in Florence.
This is part of a Statewide Campaign, which recognizes that only 1 in 14 cases of elder abuse is ever reported to the authorities.
“We hope to better that mark through education about recognizing elder abuse,” said Bob Brown, Pinal County Special Assistant County Attorney.
Speakers for the event will include State Senator, Rebecca Rios; Pinal County Attorney, James Walsh; Gila County Attorney, Daisy Flores, Pinal County Sheriff Chris Vasquez and Olivia Gurrero, CEO of Pinal-Gila Council for Senior Citizens, the Area Agency on Aging.
The event is open to the public & pizza will be served after the event. Several organizations will have information tables at the event.
On Friday, June 13th, the Pinal County Elder Abuse Specialist Team will sponsor a Break the Silence event at the Pinal County Senior Resource Center at 94 W. Butte in Florence.
This is part of a Statewide Campaign, which recognizes that only 1 in 14 cases of elder abuse is ever reported to the authorities.
“We hope to better that mark through education about recognizing elder abuse,” said Bob Brown, Pinal County Special Assistant County Attorney.
Speakers for the event will include State Senator, Rebecca Rios; Pinal County Attorney, James Walsh; Gila County Attorney, Daisy Flores, Pinal County Sheriff Chris Vasquez and Olivia Gurrero, CEO of Pinal-Gila Council for Senior Citizens, the Area Agency on Aging.
The event is open to the public & pizza will be served after the event. Several organizations will have information tables at the event.
Friday, June 6, 2008
Phoenix Area Freeway Restrictions This Weekend
The Arizona Department of Transportation is working on several improvement projects to add lanes and improve access along Valley freeways that require restrictions and detours in the Phoenix area this weekend from today through June 9th.
For a complete listing of freeway & highway closures or restrictions across Arizona, visit ADOT’s Travel Information site or call 5-1-1.
For a complete listing of freeway & highway closures or restrictions across Arizona, visit ADOT’s Travel Information site or call 5-1-1.
Good News In The Search For The Missing Mesa Man
Stephen Smith was last heard from on June 2nd, when he got lost on his way to Camp Geronimo near Payson as a volunteer to watch his grandson's Boy Scout camp for the night. Smith called his wife this morning and told her that he is OK.
Karaoke Returns To Apache Gold
Karaoke Jeff & Sandy will be in the cabaret in the Apache Gold Casino on June 13th & 14th, from 9 pm to 1 am. They have 20,000 plus studio quality Karaoke songs in their library & if you have a certain CD you use, they'll play it. Have you ever wanted a CD recording of your Karaoke experience? Karaoke Jeff & Sandy will record your performance, for FREE!!! For more details, contact the Apache Gold Casino Resort at 1-800-272-2438.
Free Pancake Breakfast With Councilmember Kavanaugh
Mesa residents, meet your newly elected District 3 Council Representative Dennis Kavanaugh from 8 am - 10 am, at a free pancake breakfast on June 21st, at Mesa Fire Station #207, 2505 S. Dobson Road.
Maricopa County School Redistricting Public Forum
In 2005, a law was passed by the Arizona Legislature to appoint a Commission to study Arizona’s schools & make recommendations for creating unified districts out of the current set of 108 common school districts & 15 union districts. A unified district is one that is geographically defined & offers aligned curriculum for students Kindergarten through grade 12. In December 2007, the Commission formally presented its recommendations to Governor Napolitano.
The public & members of the educational communities are invited to a public forum hosted by the School District Redistricting Commission (SDRC) to review the plans that will be on the ballot to create 6 new unified school districts in Maricopa County. The plans will affect students at 34 of the county's non-unified school districts. The plans involve 4 defined regions of the county, including Central Maricopa, North Central Maricopa, the East &the West Valleys. At the forum, voters will learn the details of the plan, some background information on each of the affected districts, & be able to ask questions of the Commissioners involved in the unification efforts.
Additional public forums will be scheduled, starting in late summer/fall, for voters in the 8 other Arizona counties impacted by the plans. These include Cochise, La Paz, Mohave, Pima, Pinal, Santa Cruz, Yavapai & Yuma counties. Additional forums for Maricopa County addressing the West Valley & East Valley plans may also be planned for late summer.
Qualified Maricopa County voters in the 34 affected school districts will have the opportunity to approve or reject the redistricting plan by voting on a set of ballot questions during the November 2008 elections. If approved, the districts will be unified for July 1st, 2010, or the beginning of the 2010 school year.
The forum is on June 10th, at 6:30 pm in the Phoenix College's Dome Conference Room at 3310 N. 10th Ave., Phoenix. (Osborn site south off of 11th Ave. & Flower Street, parking on north side of building complex)
The public & members of the educational communities are invited to a public forum hosted by the School District Redistricting Commission (SDRC) to review the plans that will be on the ballot to create 6 new unified school districts in Maricopa County. The plans will affect students at 34 of the county's non-unified school districts. The plans involve 4 defined regions of the county, including Central Maricopa, North Central Maricopa, the East &the West Valleys. At the forum, voters will learn the details of the plan, some background information on each of the affected districts, & be able to ask questions of the Commissioners involved in the unification efforts.
Additional public forums will be scheduled, starting in late summer/fall, for voters in the 8 other Arizona counties impacted by the plans. These include Cochise, La Paz, Mohave, Pima, Pinal, Santa Cruz, Yavapai & Yuma counties. Additional forums for Maricopa County addressing the West Valley & East Valley plans may also be planned for late summer.
Qualified Maricopa County voters in the 34 affected school districts will have the opportunity to approve or reject the redistricting plan by voting on a set of ballot questions during the November 2008 elections. If approved, the districts will be unified for July 1st, 2010, or the beginning of the 2010 school year.
The forum is on June 10th, at 6:30 pm in the Phoenix College's Dome Conference Room at 3310 N. 10th Ave., Phoenix. (Osborn site south off of 11th Ave. & Flower Street, parking on north side of building complex)
Hursey Gets A 12 Year Sentence
A 57 year-old Coolidge man was sentenced to 12 years in prison on June 3rd, 2008, having been convicted of aggravated assault in early May.
Ronnie Hursey & his brother went to a Wal-Mart store, located on Hunt Highway in Queen Creek. Hursey was observed by security guards attempting to steal a computer. As Ronnie Hursey attempted to leave the store, security guards attempted to stop him & his brother from leaving & Hursey became violent with them.
Security guards at Wal-Mart said Hursey brandished a knife against them saying “I am going to cut you up!” Store employees alerted the Pinal County Sheriff’s Department & the 2 men were stopped about 2 miles south of the store. Sheriff’s deputies discovered a knife in Ronnie Hursey’s pocket.
Ronnie Hursey & his brother went to a Wal-Mart store, located on Hunt Highway in Queen Creek. Hursey was observed by security guards attempting to steal a computer. As Ronnie Hursey attempted to leave the store, security guards attempted to stop him & his brother from leaving & Hursey became violent with them.
Security guards at Wal-Mart said Hursey brandished a knife against them saying “I am going to cut you up!” Store employees alerted the Pinal County Sheriff’s Department & the 2 men were stopped about 2 miles south of the store. Sheriff’s deputies discovered a knife in Ronnie Hursey’s pocket.
Loop 202 Opening Event Coming In July
The state’s largest-ever public works project, building nearly 150 miles of new freeways in the Valley, will conclude this summer when the final segment of the Red Mountain Freeway opens, marking a successful 20-year partnership to connect communities.
The Arizona Department of Transportation (ADOT) will host Roundin' Out the Red Mountain, a freeway opening event from 5 pm to 8 pm on July 15th, to celebrate completion of Loop 202 (Red Mountain Freeway). The completion of this final segment between Power Road & University Drive in Mesa represents an important milestone in transportation improvements in the Valley including the completion of the Red Mountain Freeway, the conclusion of Proposition 300 projects & the successful partnership between taxpayers & ADOT spanning more than 20 years. Other Proposition 300 projects include the entire Loop 101 & State Route 51.
Voters approved Proposition 300 in 1985, creating a one-half cent sales tax to fund a Regional Freeway System, including the Red Mountain Freeway. The Red Mountain Freeway is the second component of Loop 202 in the East Valley; the Santan Freeway was completed in July 2006.
In 2004, Maricopa County voters approved a 20-year extension of the one-half cent sales tax to fund a comprehensive package of diverse transportation improvements as part of the Regional Transportation Plan. Funding for the plan, which includes $9 billion in freeway improvements in Maricopa County, became effective in 2006. Proposition 400 will fuel new projects like Loop 303, the proposed Williams Gateway Freeway & HOV lanes across the Valley.
The celebration event will take place on the new, nearly 5-mile-long segment of Loop 202 between Power Road & University Drive. ADOT is encouraging community members from across the Valley to attend the event, which will include a brief ceremony with local leaders, a 5k Fun Run/Bike Ride, a variety of exhibits by businesses & organizations, & an ADOT Road Show creatively detailing how freeways are designed & constructed.
There are many ways to get involved in this event. All are invited to attend & enjoy the activities. Additionally, local businesses & organizations are encouraged to set up exhibits or donate services for the event.
Finally, ADOT reminds drivers & local residents that the Loop 202 segment from Power Road to University Drive is still an active construction zone & remains closed to pedestrian & vehicle traffic until the formal opening in mid-July.
The Arizona Department of Transportation (ADOT) will host Roundin' Out the Red Mountain, a freeway opening event from 5 pm to 8 pm on July 15th, to celebrate completion of Loop 202 (Red Mountain Freeway). The completion of this final segment between Power Road & University Drive in Mesa represents an important milestone in transportation improvements in the Valley including the completion of the Red Mountain Freeway, the conclusion of Proposition 300 projects & the successful partnership between taxpayers & ADOT spanning more than 20 years. Other Proposition 300 projects include the entire Loop 101 & State Route 51.
Voters approved Proposition 300 in 1985, creating a one-half cent sales tax to fund a Regional Freeway System, including the Red Mountain Freeway. The Red Mountain Freeway is the second component of Loop 202 in the East Valley; the Santan Freeway was completed in July 2006.
In 2004, Maricopa County voters approved a 20-year extension of the one-half cent sales tax to fund a comprehensive package of diverse transportation improvements as part of the Regional Transportation Plan. Funding for the plan, which includes $9 billion in freeway improvements in Maricopa County, became effective in 2006. Proposition 400 will fuel new projects like Loop 303, the proposed Williams Gateway Freeway & HOV lanes across the Valley.
The celebration event will take place on the new, nearly 5-mile-long segment of Loop 202 between Power Road & University Drive. ADOT is encouraging community members from across the Valley to attend the event, which will include a brief ceremony with local leaders, a 5k Fun Run/Bike Ride, a variety of exhibits by businesses & organizations, & an ADOT Road Show creatively detailing how freeways are designed & constructed.
There are many ways to get involved in this event. All are invited to attend & enjoy the activities. Additionally, local businesses & organizations are encouraged to set up exhibits or donate services for the event.
Finally, ADOT reminds drivers & local residents that the Loop 202 segment from Power Road to University Drive is still an active construction zone & remains closed to pedestrian & vehicle traffic until the formal opening in mid-July.
Landscape Watering Tips For June From The City Of Mesa
May temperatures were relatively mild & the recent rains gave plants a great start for the summer season. Typically, water demand by plants is atits highest this month due to high temperatures & low humidity levels. Non-desert plants may wilt during the middle of the day no matter how much water they get.
These recommendations are for plants that are established in the landscape (in the ground about 2 years).
Lawn watering:
Summer grass (Bermuda) - once every 3 days
Overseeded cool season grass (rye) - grass dies out
If trees & shrubs are on the same valve:
Desert-adapted - once every 14 days
High water use - once every 7 days
Tree watering:
Desert-adapted - once every 16 days
High water use - once every 8 days
Shrub watering:
Desert-adapted - once every 12 days
High water use - once every 5 days
Groundcover & vine watering:
Desert-adapted - once every 12 days
High water use - once every 4 days
Cacti & succulent watering - once every 21 days
Annual & vegetable watering - once every 2-3 days
**Reduce your landscape watering 30% to 50% by adjusting your irrigation timer each season.** "Landscape Watering by the Numbers: A Guide for the Arizona Desert" will help you determine how much water to apply & how long to run your system.
Bonus tip: Citrus fruit drop is common from May to July where young fruit (1" in diameter or smaller) fall from the tree due to a self-regulating mechanism. There is no cause for concern unless excessive. For other helpful gardening tips for June, visit the UofA Cooperative Extension site for more details.
Note: These recommendations are a general guideline only and may need tobe modified for your specific site conditions.
These recommendations are for plants that are established in the landscape (in the ground about 2 years).
Lawn watering:
Summer grass (Bermuda) - once every 3 days
Overseeded cool season grass (rye) - grass dies out
If trees & shrubs are on the same valve:
Desert-adapted - once every 14 days
High water use - once every 7 days
Tree watering:
Desert-adapted - once every 16 days
High water use - once every 8 days
Shrub watering:
Desert-adapted - once every 12 days
High water use - once every 5 days
Groundcover & vine watering:
Desert-adapted - once every 12 days
High water use - once every 4 days
Cacti & succulent watering - once every 21 days
Annual & vegetable watering - once every 2-3 days
**Reduce your landscape watering 30% to 50% by adjusting your irrigation timer each season.** "Landscape Watering by the Numbers: A Guide for the Arizona Desert" will help you determine how much water to apply & how long to run your system.
Bonus tip: Citrus fruit drop is common from May to July where young fruit (1" in diameter or smaller) fall from the tree due to a self-regulating mechanism. There is no cause for concern unless excessive. For other helpful gardening tips for June, visit the UofA Cooperative Extension site for more details.
Note: These recommendations are a general guideline only and may need tobe modified for your specific site conditions.
Thursday, June 5, 2008
Globe Public Library Board Of Trustees Looking For Two New Members
The Globe Public Library Board of Trustees is seeking 2 new volunteer members. The Board recommends Library policy & regulations for Globe City Council approval & recommends hiring of the Librarian to the City Manager. Meetings are held on the second Tuesday of each month at 4 pm in the Library meeting room. Board members must reside within the Globe city limits. Members are appointed by the Mayor subject to confirmation by the City Council.
Any qualified person interested in serving on the Library Board is invited to submit a letter of interest to:
Jim Sterr, President
Globe Public Board of Trustees
339 S. Broad St.
Globe, Az 85501
For more information, call 425-6111.
Any qualified person interested in serving on the Library Board is invited to submit a letter of interest to:
Jim Sterr, President
Globe Public Board of Trustees
339 S. Broad St.
Globe, Az 85501
For more information, call 425-6111.
Mesa Man Still Missing Near Camp Geronimo
Stephen Michael Smith, 61, of Mesa who was last heard from on June 2nd, in Payson, is still missing. Smith was enroute to Camp Geronimo as a volunteer to watch his grandson's Boy Scout camp for the night. He did not reach the camp. He was driving his gray 2000 GMC 2-door pickup with Arizona license plate 667-FFJ at the time. Smith has blue eyes and white hair, is 5'10" and weighs approx. 165 pounds. When he left, Smith was wearing a light blue, long-sleeve button down shirt & blue pants, with a gold wedding band & a watch.
If you spot Mr. Smith or have any information, contact your local police agency.
If you spot Mr. Smith or have any information, contact your local police agency.
Globe Rabies Warning
On June 4th, the test results for the 2 bats found in the Globe area came back with positive tests for rabies. One of these bats was reported to heve been found in the parking lot of the Comfort Inn. If you had any contact with this bat contact the Gila County Rabies Control at, (928) 402-8873. The other bat was picked up from a residence on Cholla Drive. So far, only 1 dog came into contact with one of these bats & is on a 45 day home Quarantine.
Please take the following precautions:
(1) Keep pets on a leash at all times! Pets should be up-to-date on rabies vaccinations & wearing current license tags on their collar.
(2) Stay away from wild or unfamiliar animals! Enjoy observing wildlife from a distance. Don't attempt to feed, approach, or touch wild animals (alive or dead). Teach this important message to your children, & keep a close eye on your kids at all times. If you see a sick or dead animal, or an animal acting abnormally* in this area, report it to Gila Co. Rabies Control at (928) 402-8873.
(3) If you or a loved-one are bitten by an animal, or come into contact with an animal’s saliva, wash the exposed site immediately with soap & water. Be sure to report the bite to local animal control or health officials as soon as possible.
* Note: Rabid animals may show no fear of people & may even seem friendly or become aggressive. For more info about rabies, call our local health department at (928) 402-8873.
Please take the following precautions:
(1) Keep pets on a leash at all times! Pets should be up-to-date on rabies vaccinations & wearing current license tags on their collar.
(2) Stay away from wild or unfamiliar animals! Enjoy observing wildlife from a distance. Don't attempt to feed, approach, or touch wild animals (alive or dead). Teach this important message to your children, & keep a close eye on your kids at all times. If you see a sick or dead animal, or an animal acting abnormally* in this area, report it to Gila Co. Rabies Control at (928) 402-8873.
(3) If you or a loved-one are bitten by an animal, or come into contact with an animal’s saliva, wash the exposed site immediately with soap & water. Be sure to report the bite to local animal control or health officials as soon as possible.
* Note: Rabid animals may show no fear of people & may even seem friendly or become aggressive. For more info about rabies, call our local health department at (928) 402-8873.
Ann Kirkpatrick Gains League of Conservation Voters Endorsement
Today, the League of Conservation Voters (LCV), which works to turn environmental values into national priorities, endorsed Ann Kirkpatrick for Congress in Arizona’s 1st District race at Wheeler Park in Flagstaff. Tony Massaro, LCV National Political Director were on hand to announce LCV's endorsement of Ann's campaign at the kick-off rally of Conservationists for Kirkpatrick. Ann discussed the need to implement smarter national energy policies that increase the use of renewable energy, reduce our dependence on foreign oil, & work to conserve our natural resources.
Pinal Mountain Elks Dinner On Saturday
The Friday night dinner was changed from June 6th to Saturday, June 7th to accommodate the Globe-Miami Regional Chamber of Commerce Camaraderie. Elks members, don't forget to bring a friend to the dinner on Saturday. From 5 pm - 7 pm, it's B.Y.O.S. (Bring Your Own Steak) You bring it, they'll grill it. They will have all the trimmings (beans, baked potato, salad, garlic toast, & dessert) available for only $4. They will also have a free dance for members from 7 pm - 11 pm.
Mike Pastor To Run For District 2 Gila County Supervisor
Mike Pastor has made his decision to enter the race to represent by running for District 2 Gila County Supervisor.
Mr. Pastor is a life-long resident of Gila County, a graduate of Northern Arizona University & a veteran of the United States Army. Having served 9 years on governing boards, over 25 years of volunteerism & community service in Gila County, he has an established record of integrity & accountability.
Pastor cites that his first responsibility as county supervisor is to improve services to the taxpayers of Gila County by improving efficiency & cost containment of county services. In addition, Pastor is committed to identifying & implementing a viable plan for economic development by partnering with other government entities, the mining industry, & the cattle growers in order to foster growth & stabilize our economic base throughout Gila County.
Pastor recognizes the need for & supports multiple use of public lands. He understands the complexities of land usage in our county & the importance of continuously working with the federal & state governments in order to provide for recreation, mining, ranching, to acquire land for economic growth & to provide for affordable housing. “A critical challenge for all of us in Gila County is the lack of privately owned land. Only 3% of the land in Gila County is privately owned. We must work to find solutions to this long-standing issue. I have experience working with the state legislature & believe that my experience working with lawmakers in Arizona will move us toward solutions”, notes Pastor.
“During the past 5 months I have walked throughout District 2 of Gila County & met with a number of groups & the concerns are real; the taxpayers of Gila County do not feel as though their concerns are being heard, they want a more responsive county government”, states Pastor. Mike also pledges to be available for his constituents to meet with him on a regular basis in his office or at community meetings.
Pastor is married to the former Linda DeAnda, his wife of 35 years. Together, they have 3 grown children & 7 grandchildren. Mike has been active in community activities helping others his entire adult life. He & his wife are active members of Holy Angels & Our Lady of the Blessed Sacrament Churches. Pastor is also a member of the American Legion, Henry Berry Post #4.
Mr. Pastor is a life-long resident of Gila County, a graduate of Northern Arizona University & a veteran of the United States Army. Having served 9 years on governing boards, over 25 years of volunteerism & community service in Gila County, he has an established record of integrity & accountability.
Pastor cites that his first responsibility as county supervisor is to improve services to the taxpayers of Gila County by improving efficiency & cost containment of county services. In addition, Pastor is committed to identifying & implementing a viable plan for economic development by partnering with other government entities, the mining industry, & the cattle growers in order to foster growth & stabilize our economic base throughout Gila County.
Pastor recognizes the need for & supports multiple use of public lands. He understands the complexities of land usage in our county & the importance of continuously working with the federal & state governments in order to provide for recreation, mining, ranching, to acquire land for economic growth & to provide for affordable housing. “A critical challenge for all of us in Gila County is the lack of privately owned land. Only 3% of the land in Gila County is privately owned. We must work to find solutions to this long-standing issue. I have experience working with the state legislature & believe that my experience working with lawmakers in Arizona will move us toward solutions”, notes Pastor.
“During the past 5 months I have walked throughout District 2 of Gila County & met with a number of groups & the concerns are real; the taxpayers of Gila County do not feel as though their concerns are being heard, they want a more responsive county government”, states Pastor. Mike also pledges to be available for his constituents to meet with him on a regular basis in his office or at community meetings.
Pastor is married to the former Linda DeAnda, his wife of 35 years. Together, they have 3 grown children & 7 grandchildren. Mike has been active in community activities helping others his entire adult life. He & his wife are active members of Holy Angels & Our Lady of the Blessed Sacrament Churches. Pastor is also a member of the American Legion, Henry Berry Post #4.
Wednesday, June 4, 2008
Jim Burns June 8th Bird Walk And Book Signing
Jim Burns' new book is an A-to-Z of Arizona birds, & an entertaining mix of background biology & personal anecdotes which make the species easier to learn. The Scottsdale author will lead a dozen pre-registerered participants on a guided 6 am bird walk in the Pinal Mountains June 8th, followed by an afternoon slideshow, lecture & meet-the-author session at Globe's Besh-ba-Gowah Archaeological Park.
"The Pinals can still be full of surprises, & interesting migrants, in early June," said Burns. "On the drive up we'll look for Painted Redstarts, Crossbills & Red-faced Warblers at a few points... then Olive Warblers just past the Sulfide-del-Rey campground, where you can occasionally see coatis, too, if you're lucky. Magnificent Hummingbirds, the largest in Arizona, may be found at the nectar feeders that a generous cabin owner maintains above the Ferndell Spring... and then around Signal Peak we'll look for raptors soaring above 8,000 feet. The Pinals are one of my favorite birding spots in Arizona!"
Call the Globe-Miami Chamber of Commerce at 425-4495 to register for the guided birding trip in the Pinals. The $25 includes roundtrip van transportation from the Chamber & a boxed lunch. Pre-registration and prepayment are required.
There's no fee or pre-registration for his 1 pm presentation in the Besh-ba-Gowah lecture room. Burns' breathtaking avian photography has been widely published, and the author's PowerPoint program will present images & anecdotes from his new book: "Jim Burns' Arizona Birds," recently published by the University of Arizona Press. The author will sell & sign copies of his books following the presentation.
"The Pinals can still be full of surprises, & interesting migrants, in early June," said Burns. "On the drive up we'll look for Painted Redstarts, Crossbills & Red-faced Warblers at a few points... then Olive Warblers just past the Sulfide-del-Rey campground, where you can occasionally see coatis, too, if you're lucky. Magnificent Hummingbirds, the largest in Arizona, may be found at the nectar feeders that a generous cabin owner maintains above the Ferndell Spring... and then around Signal Peak we'll look for raptors soaring above 8,000 feet. The Pinals are one of my favorite birding spots in Arizona!"
Call the Globe-Miami Chamber of Commerce at 425-4495 to register for the guided birding trip in the Pinals. The $25 includes roundtrip van transportation from the Chamber & a boxed lunch. Pre-registration and prepayment are required.
There's no fee or pre-registration for his 1 pm presentation in the Besh-ba-Gowah lecture room. Burns' breathtaking avian photography has been widely published, and the author's PowerPoint program will present images & anecdotes from his new book: "Jim Burns' Arizona Birds," recently published by the University of Arizona Press. The author will sell & sign copies of his books following the presentation.
Miami Memorial Public Library Summer Hours
Effective June 9th, the Miami Memorial Public Library located at 1052 Adonis Ave. will be open 9 am Tuesday through Saturday. They will close at 6 pm Tuesday through Thursday. On Friday they will close at 5 pm. On Saturday the library hours will be 9 am until 1 pm. The library will be closed on Sunday & Monday. The new hours will be in effect until August 2nd, 2008.
City of Mesa To Promote Water Safety Awareness During Their Party At The Pool
The City of Mesa is proud to report that zero child drownings have taken place this year. by this time last year, 6 children lost their lives in water related accidents in Mesa.
In order to remind everyone about the dangers around water & maintain that perfect record, the City of Mesa will present "Pachanga en la Piscina," on June 6th, from 4 pm – 7 pm at the Carson Aquatic Complex, 525 N. Westwood.
Pachanga en la Piscina, which translates to Party at the Pool, is aimed at the Hispanic community & will be an enlightening way to teach children, youth & adults how to stay safe in the water through games, prizes, swimming & water & sun safety information.
In order to remind everyone about the dangers around water & maintain that perfect record, the City of Mesa will present "Pachanga en la Piscina," on June 6th, from 4 pm – 7 pm at the Carson Aquatic Complex, 525 N. Westwood.
Pachanga en la Piscina, which translates to Party at the Pool, is aimed at the Hispanic community & will be an enlightening way to teach children, youth & adults how to stay safe in the water through games, prizes, swimming & water & sun safety information.
Gila Community College Offering Electrical & Instrumentation and Industrial Plant Technology Apprenticeship Programs
The Gila Community College has teamed up with the area mines to offer Electrical/Instrumentation and Industrial Plant Maintenance Technology Apprenticeship Programs that will give you the edge in the mining arena.
The high‐demand for personnel in these careers is what has generated the interest and funding to establish the programs which will be offered locally at the Gila Community College Skills Center. The two programs are Electrical & Instrumentation Technology and Industrial Plant Technology. The Electrical & Instrumentation Technology Program prepares you for a thriving career as an industrial electrical and instrumentation technician. The Industrial Plant Technology Program prepares you for a successful career in mechanical maintenance and repair occupations. Upon completion of one of these programs the student will have earned an Associate of Applied Science Degree, be prepared for certification exams, and be employed full‐time with benefits.
Students receive classroom training and on‐the‐job training during the three‐year program. In essence, students will be paid while progressing through the apprenticeship program. Scholarships for students are available and will pay for all tuition and books.
Both the classroom instruction and laboratory training will be take place at the Gila Community College Skills Center (the armory location in Claypool).
Gila Community College is one of three community colleges in Arizona offering the programs. Initially, Freeport McMoRan and Gila Community College have been working on the project with other mining companies which are being offered the opportunity to sponsor students for both apprenticeship programs.
Only four easy steps to start a financially rewarding career:
1. Meet with career advisor at Gila Community College.
2. Complete placement test.
3. Complete admission form.
4. Complete scholarship form.
The classes will begin this coming August and now is the best time to apply. Get your applications at the Gila Pueblo Campus at 8274 Six Shooter Canyon Road in Globe. If you are interested, but would like to make sure this is right for you, call Dr. Stephen Cullen, Senior Dean of Gila Community College, to schedule an appointment at (928) 425-8481.
The high‐demand for personnel in these careers is what has generated the interest and funding to establish the programs which will be offered locally at the Gila Community College Skills Center. The two programs are Electrical & Instrumentation Technology and Industrial Plant Technology. The Electrical & Instrumentation Technology Program prepares you for a thriving career as an industrial electrical and instrumentation technician. The Industrial Plant Technology Program prepares you for a successful career in mechanical maintenance and repair occupations. Upon completion of one of these programs the student will have earned an Associate of Applied Science Degree, be prepared for certification exams, and be employed full‐time with benefits.
Students receive classroom training and on‐the‐job training during the three‐year program. In essence, students will be paid while progressing through the apprenticeship program. Scholarships for students are available and will pay for all tuition and books.
Both the classroom instruction and laboratory training will be take place at the Gila Community College Skills Center (the armory location in Claypool).
Gila Community College is one of three community colleges in Arizona offering the programs. Initially, Freeport McMoRan and Gila Community College have been working on the project with other mining companies which are being offered the opportunity to sponsor students for both apprenticeship programs.
Only four easy steps to start a financially rewarding career:
1. Meet with career advisor at Gila Community College.
2. Complete placement test.
3. Complete admission form.
4. Complete scholarship form.
The classes will begin this coming August and now is the best time to apply. Get your applications at the Gila Pueblo Campus at 8274 Six Shooter Canyon Road in Globe. If you are interested, but would like to make sure this is right for you, call Dr. Stephen Cullen, Senior Dean of Gila Community College, to schedule an appointment at (928) 425-8481.
National Safety Month
The National Safety Council (NSC) traditionally hosts National Safety Month every June to promote safety throughout the country, & this year's observances target the most significant reasons for unintentional deaths at home, in the workplace, & on the road. According to FEMA Regional Administrator Susan Reinertson, engaging citizens in homeland security & disaster preparedness is a critical first step in effective government response & recovery efforts.
"Calendar observances like National Safety Month are great vehicles for enhancing public awareness on the importance of personal preparedness, 72-hour emergency kits, & family disaster planning. Here in the Pacific Northwest, the spring & summer months herald increased risks for thunderstorms, wildfire & flash flooding, & now is the time to plan how to respond when disaster strikes," said Reinertson. "A good place to start is by downloading our Are You Ready? In-depth guide to Citizen Preparedness. It's our most comprehensive source on individual, family, & community preparedness."
FEMA coordinates the federal government's role in preparing for, preventing, mitigating the effects of, responding to, & recovering from all domestic disasters, whether natural or man-made, including acts of terror.
"Calendar observances like National Safety Month are great vehicles for enhancing public awareness on the importance of personal preparedness, 72-hour emergency kits, & family disaster planning. Here in the Pacific Northwest, the spring & summer months herald increased risks for thunderstorms, wildfire & flash flooding, & now is the time to plan how to respond when disaster strikes," said Reinertson. "A good place to start is by downloading our Are You Ready? In-depth guide to Citizen Preparedness. It's our most comprehensive source on individual, family, & community preparedness."
FEMA coordinates the federal government's role in preparing for, preventing, mitigating the effects of, responding to, & recovering from all domestic disasters, whether natural or man-made, including acts of terror.
Scottsdale's Gateway Academy For Autistic Students Will Hold Their First Graduation
The Gateway Academy in Scottsdale is the nation's only K-12 school for Autistic students & they are celebrating their first graduation on Friday, June 6th, at 10 am in the Wyndham Hotel's Pueblo Room, 50 East Adams Street in Phoenix.
The Gateway Academy allows children to achieve their full potential though individualized programs created just for them. Its success has enticed families all over the country to relocate to Arizona, to take part in this unique & focused curriculum. The Gateway Academy opened their doors in 2005, & specializes in providing education to students with High Functioning Autism & Asperger's Syndrome. The Academy is a Member of the National Association of Private Special Education Centers, & is currently seeking accreditation with the North Central Association.
The Gateway Academy allows children to achieve their full potential though individualized programs created just for them. Its success has enticed families all over the country to relocate to Arizona, to take part in this unique & focused curriculum. The Gateway Academy opened their doors in 2005, & specializes in providing education to students with High Functioning Autism & Asperger's Syndrome. The Academy is a Member of the National Association of Private Special Education Centers, & is currently seeking accreditation with the North Central Association.
Tuesday, June 3, 2008
ASU Wins The 2008 NCAA Women's College World Series Championship
Arizona St. swept Texas A&M to win the 2008 NCAA Women's College World Series Championship. ASU scored 3 runs from Kaitlin Cochran's home run in the 5th inning adding to the RBI brought in by Jackie Vasquez earlier in the game. The ladies sealed the deal at the top of the 7th inning when they hammered in 7 runs. Katie Burkhart threw 7 solid innings, only giving up four-hit's in their stunning 11-0 win to bring the Championship to Arizona.
Pinal County Horizon Home Care Employee Gives Man A Breath Of Life
What seemed like an ordinary Tuesday morning for Pinal County Horizon Home Care’s Rachel Padilla turned out to be a life changing event for her & a young adult. Horizon Home Care provides home health & home support services for medical & general health needs. Padilla is a Direct Support Worker for Horizon who works in the Casa Grande area.
“On Tuesday, May 20th, I was taking care of a client in Casa Grande,” Padilla recalled. “Suddenly we began hearing dogs barking from across the street. They were constantly barking, going on & on. They wouldn’t let up.”
A family member of the client went to the door to see what the dogs were barking at & saw what appeared to be a person lying off to the side of the residential street. The family member, a son of the Horizon Home Care client, went out to check on the person to see if they were okay.
“I watched him from the doorway,” Padilla said. “I saw him checking for a pulse & then he started shaking his head.”
Another neighbor appeared from a house nearby with a cell phone in hand.
“I started heading over there to see if there was anything I could do,” she said. “The neighbor on the phone with 9-1-1 was yelling ‘he’s dead, he’s dead.’”
Padilla kneeled to check the young man, approx. in his late 20’s, for any signs of a pulse. Feeling the wrist & then the neck, Padilla was not surprised to find the absence of any signs of life.
“His skin color wasn’t right,” Padilla remembered, “he was gray & ashy. Just by looking at him you could see he was dead. It was hard to see at first, but I said to myself ‘I have to do this’.”
Padilla’s field training included a class in CPR. Her training kicked in & she knew she had to try to breathe life into the young man.
“He was very, very stiff,” Padilla said. “I was trying to move his neck, but he was really rigid.”
Another problem posed to Padilla was that the young man’s tongue had swelled up, making it hard to perform CPR.
“I couldn’t get a breath into him,” she said. “I kept on trying to move his neck up. I asked the woman on the phone to help me by pinching his nose shut. She was still on the phone with 9-1-1 while I kept breathing harder and harder, trying to get the air into him.”
Padilla’s efforts were rewarded.
“His whole body suddenly jerked which startled me. He started breathing again.”
Unbeknownst to Padilla, a small crowd gathered around her while she was performing CPR.
“I thought there were only few people around us,” Padilla said. “It startled me as they started clapping when the man began to take a breath. I really didn’t know so many people were watching.”
The unidentified woman in communication with 9-1-1 relayed to Padilla that the operator’s instructions were to keep breathing into him until the ambulance arrived, but not to apply compressions to the chest.
“After about 6 breaths his color started coming back.”
The ambulance arrived soon after the man started breathing.
Phil Putnam, Ph.D., the Home Support Services Supervisor for Horizon Home Services said that all Direct Support Workers receive CPR training before they head into the field. “It’s amazing,” Putnam said. “She had finished her training only 2 months ago & put it to good use.”
Padilla’s efforts were recognized by Horizon Home Care’s Director Donna Simpson. During a staff training session, Simpson awarded her with a certificate of thanks & a colorful plant.
“She certainly is ‘Horizon’s Hero.’ We are proud!” Simpson said.
Following the short ceremony, Padilla said she was glad to have taken the training that allowed her to make a difference in another person’s life.
“It makes me glad that I was able to help the man out,” Padilla said. “I have 5 sons & if they were to collapse, I would want someone to help them. I was thinking that if I wasn’t around at the time this man might not have a second chance.”
“On Tuesday, May 20th, I was taking care of a client in Casa Grande,” Padilla recalled. “Suddenly we began hearing dogs barking from across the street. They were constantly barking, going on & on. They wouldn’t let up.”
A family member of the client went to the door to see what the dogs were barking at & saw what appeared to be a person lying off to the side of the residential street. The family member, a son of the Horizon Home Care client, went out to check on the person to see if they were okay.
“I watched him from the doorway,” Padilla said. “I saw him checking for a pulse & then he started shaking his head.”
Another neighbor appeared from a house nearby with a cell phone in hand.
“I started heading over there to see if there was anything I could do,” she said. “The neighbor on the phone with 9-1-1 was yelling ‘he’s dead, he’s dead.’”
Padilla kneeled to check the young man, approx. in his late 20’s, for any signs of a pulse. Feeling the wrist & then the neck, Padilla was not surprised to find the absence of any signs of life.
“His skin color wasn’t right,” Padilla remembered, “he was gray & ashy. Just by looking at him you could see he was dead. It was hard to see at first, but I said to myself ‘I have to do this’.”
Padilla’s field training included a class in CPR. Her training kicked in & she knew she had to try to breathe life into the young man.
“He was very, very stiff,” Padilla said. “I was trying to move his neck, but he was really rigid.”
Another problem posed to Padilla was that the young man’s tongue had swelled up, making it hard to perform CPR.
“I couldn’t get a breath into him,” she said. “I kept on trying to move his neck up. I asked the woman on the phone to help me by pinching his nose shut. She was still on the phone with 9-1-1 while I kept breathing harder and harder, trying to get the air into him.”
Padilla’s efforts were rewarded.
“His whole body suddenly jerked which startled me. He started breathing again.”
Unbeknownst to Padilla, a small crowd gathered around her while she was performing CPR.
“I thought there were only few people around us,” Padilla said. “It startled me as they started clapping when the man began to take a breath. I really didn’t know so many people were watching.”
The unidentified woman in communication with 9-1-1 relayed to Padilla that the operator’s instructions were to keep breathing into him until the ambulance arrived, but not to apply compressions to the chest.
“After about 6 breaths his color started coming back.”
The ambulance arrived soon after the man started breathing.
Phil Putnam, Ph.D., the Home Support Services Supervisor for Horizon Home Services said that all Direct Support Workers receive CPR training before they head into the field. “It’s amazing,” Putnam said. “She had finished her training only 2 months ago & put it to good use.”
Padilla’s efforts were recognized by Horizon Home Care’s Director Donna Simpson. During a staff training session, Simpson awarded her with a certificate of thanks & a colorful plant.
“She certainly is ‘Horizon’s Hero.’ We are proud!” Simpson said.
Following the short ceremony, Padilla said she was glad to have taken the training that allowed her to make a difference in another person’s life.
“It makes me glad that I was able to help the man out,” Padilla said. “I have 5 sons & if they were to collapse, I would want someone to help them. I was thinking that if I wasn’t around at the time this man might not have a second chance.”
Local Organizations Coming Together To Repair The Hostetler Pool In Miami
The Hostetler Pool in Miami was unable to open on time this year due to various structural problems. When this issue emerged, numerous local organizations came together to form a partnership with the Town of Miami through the Signal Peak Community Foundation to assist the Town with the money needed for repairs. So far, a total of $11,600 has been pledged to date to get these repairs fixed. The following individuals, entities & corporations donated to the fund created for the pool repairs:
APS
Carlotta Copper
Freeport McMoRan
Globe Miami Regional Chamber of Commerce
Gila County Economic Development Corporation
Gila County Supervisor Joe Sanchez
Resolution CopperSouthwest Gas Corporation
Chris and Teresa Martin
The above contributors deserve many thanks for their community spirit & willingness to step forward to assist the people in the Town of Miami. Thanks to their great generosity, the pool will be open again, just a little later this summer.
APS
Carlotta Copper
Freeport McMoRan
Globe Miami Regional Chamber of Commerce
Gila County Economic Development Corporation
Gila County Supervisor Joe Sanchez
Resolution CopperSouthwest Gas Corporation
Chris and Teresa Martin
The above contributors deserve many thanks for their community spirit & willingness to step forward to assist the people in the Town of Miami. Thanks to their great generosity, the pool will be open again, just a little later this summer.
Arizona Faces Registered Nurse Shortage
Arizona will need approx. 49,000 new registered nurses (RNs) by the year 2017, according to The Arizona RN Shortage: 2007 Results, the first report published by the recently launched HealthWorks™, the Arizona Healthcare Workforce Data Center established by the Healthcare Institute at the Arizona Hospital & Healthcare Association (AzHHA).
“Nurses are the foundation of a healthcare system & these staggering numbers demonstrate there is much to be done in order to fortify that foundation,” said James Puffenburger, FACHE, AzHHA Board of Directors & president/chief executive officer, Northern Arizona Healthcare. “It’s my hope, & the hope of AzHHA’s Healthcare Institute, that this ground-breaking study will be used to formulate solutions to Arizona’s critical statewide shortage of registered nurses.”
The Data Center is the first ever to forecast Arizona’s future needs for RNs. It revealed major factors contributing to the shortage including:
* Arizona’s rapidly growing population.
* the significant number Arizona RNs who are nearing retirement.
Of the approx. 49,000 RNs Arizona will need by 2017:
* 20,000 will be needed to keep pace with the state’s growing population as well as to close the gap between Arizona’s current average ratio of 681 RNs per 100,000 residents & the U.S. average ratio of 825 RNs per 100,000 residents.
* 10,000 RNs will be required to replace retiring RNs as one-third of the state’s RNs are older than 55.
*19,000 RNs - 3.5% annually - will be needed to account for the profession’s attrition rate.
The RN Shortage: Its Impact on Our State & Its Counties
According to the Health Resources & Services Administration (HRSA) - the federal agency responsible for tracking the health professions shortage in the U.S. - Arizona ranks well below the national average for RNs per 100,000 population. HRSA’s study, The Registered Nurse Population National Sample Survey of Registered Nurses, is published every 4 years & has served as a barometer of state-by-state RN needs throughout the nation.
“The Data Center study demonstrates what has been of concern to the healthcare community for some time: that the national RN average - which has been Arizona’s target - is woefully inadequate for our state’s growing population,” said Adda Alexander, RN, MBA, AzHHA’s executive vice president.
The Data Center study also revealed county-by-county variations, with 12 of the state’s 15 counties falling below the national average of RNs per 100,000 population. Three Arizona counties - Coconino, Pima, & Yavapai - exceed the national average & are still facing shortages of RNs. Maricopa County is close to exceeding the national average. “Even counties that exceed or are close to the national average for RNs per 100,000 population are in desperate need of these professionals,” said Richard Polheber, a member of AzHHA’s Healthcare Institute Advisory Board & chief executive officer, Carondelet Holy Cross Hospital-Nogales.
Arizona’s RN shortage is coupled with rapid population growth. According to the U.S. Census Bureau, in 2007 Arizona was the nation’s second fastest growing state. Additionally, the state’s population soared approx. 20% from April 2000 to July 2006. The U.S. population grew 6% during those same years.
The Education Bottleneck: APNE’s Success Still Not Enough to Address Arizona’s Growing Population
Another factor contributing to Arizona’s nursing shortage is insufficient capacity in the state’s nursing education programs. According to the 2007 Annual Report of the Arizona State Board of Nursing, 2,693 qualified applicants were not admitted to RN programs in 2007. The Data Center report projects that Arizona’s nursing education programs would need to graduate an additional 2,235 RNs each year through 2017 just to keep pace with the state’s population growth.
In 2005, Senator Carolyn Allen (R-Scottsdale) & Governor Janet Napolitano backed Senate Bill (SB) 1517, also known as Arizona’s Partnership for Nursing Education (APNE). This legislation appropriated a total of $20 million over 5 years to double the capacity of Arizona’s college & university nursing education programs by increasing the number of nurse education faculty. The call to double nursing education program capacity actually began in 2002, when the Arizona Legislature passed SB1260 which required the state’s community colleges & public universities to double their nursing program enrollments in 5 years (2007).
Between 2002 & 2007, Arizona’s RN graduation rate increased 108%, according to statistics gathered by the Arizona State Board of Nursing. In 2002, 1,133 RNs graduated from Arizona nursing programs & in 2007, the programs graduated 2,364 RNs, thereby doubling the graduates from all RN nursing education programs in the 5 years allotted by SB 1260.
“I am pleased with the progress that has been made, but continue to be very concerned about how this nursing shortage affects Arizonans,” said Governor Janet Napolitano. “Just this year I issued an Executive Order directing the Arizona Department of Commerce to develop a healthcare workforce plan that addresses healthcare education & training, identifies the specific types of professionals needed & recommends an equitable distribution of healthcare professionals across the state’s geographic regions.”
AzHHA and its leadership agree with this assessment & continue to work on strategies to address Arizona’s healthcare workforce shortage.
“Given the capacity of Arizona’s nursing education programs & the current number of such programs, it would be extremely difficult to graduate enough RNs to keep pace with both Arizona’s population growth & the anticipated RN retirement rate,” said Sharon Gardner, chair of AzHHA’s Healthcare Institute & vice president, Human Resources for Yuma Regional Medical Center. “HCI is confident this Data Center report will ignite the innovative spirit that has helped address this issue in the past.”
The Data Center: Arming Decision Makers with Information
The Data Center will continue to provide Arizona’s healthcare leaders with the data they need to make critical workforce decisions & to track the impact of solutions that are implemented. In 2008-09, the Data Center will issue reports on Arizona’s shortage of:
* RNs.
* licensed practical nurses.
* nurse practitioners.
* pharmacists.
* pharmacy technicians.
“Nurses are the foundation of a healthcare system & these staggering numbers demonstrate there is much to be done in order to fortify that foundation,” said James Puffenburger, FACHE, AzHHA Board of Directors & president/chief executive officer, Northern Arizona Healthcare. “It’s my hope, & the hope of AzHHA’s Healthcare Institute, that this ground-breaking study will be used to formulate solutions to Arizona’s critical statewide shortage of registered nurses.”
The Data Center is the first ever to forecast Arizona’s future needs for RNs. It revealed major factors contributing to the shortage including:
* Arizona’s rapidly growing population.
* the significant number Arizona RNs who are nearing retirement.
Of the approx. 49,000 RNs Arizona will need by 2017:
* 20,000 will be needed to keep pace with the state’s growing population as well as to close the gap between Arizona’s current average ratio of 681 RNs per 100,000 residents & the U.S. average ratio of 825 RNs per 100,000 residents.
* 10,000 RNs will be required to replace retiring RNs as one-third of the state’s RNs are older than 55.
*19,000 RNs - 3.5% annually - will be needed to account for the profession’s attrition rate.
The RN Shortage: Its Impact on Our State & Its Counties
According to the Health Resources & Services Administration (HRSA) - the federal agency responsible for tracking the health professions shortage in the U.S. - Arizona ranks well below the national average for RNs per 100,000 population. HRSA’s study, The Registered Nurse Population National Sample Survey of Registered Nurses, is published every 4 years & has served as a barometer of state-by-state RN needs throughout the nation.
“The Data Center study demonstrates what has been of concern to the healthcare community for some time: that the national RN average - which has been Arizona’s target - is woefully inadequate for our state’s growing population,” said Adda Alexander, RN, MBA, AzHHA’s executive vice president.
The Data Center study also revealed county-by-county variations, with 12 of the state’s 15 counties falling below the national average of RNs per 100,000 population. Three Arizona counties - Coconino, Pima, & Yavapai - exceed the national average & are still facing shortages of RNs. Maricopa County is close to exceeding the national average. “Even counties that exceed or are close to the national average for RNs per 100,000 population are in desperate need of these professionals,” said Richard Polheber, a member of AzHHA’s Healthcare Institute Advisory Board & chief executive officer, Carondelet Holy Cross Hospital-Nogales.
Arizona’s RN shortage is coupled with rapid population growth. According to the U.S. Census Bureau, in 2007 Arizona was the nation’s second fastest growing state. Additionally, the state’s population soared approx. 20% from April 2000 to July 2006. The U.S. population grew 6% during those same years.
The Education Bottleneck: APNE’s Success Still Not Enough to Address Arizona’s Growing Population
Another factor contributing to Arizona’s nursing shortage is insufficient capacity in the state’s nursing education programs. According to the 2007 Annual Report of the Arizona State Board of Nursing, 2,693 qualified applicants were not admitted to RN programs in 2007. The Data Center report projects that Arizona’s nursing education programs would need to graduate an additional 2,235 RNs each year through 2017 just to keep pace with the state’s population growth.
In 2005, Senator Carolyn Allen (R-Scottsdale) & Governor Janet Napolitano backed Senate Bill (SB) 1517, also known as Arizona’s Partnership for Nursing Education (APNE). This legislation appropriated a total of $20 million over 5 years to double the capacity of Arizona’s college & university nursing education programs by increasing the number of nurse education faculty. The call to double nursing education program capacity actually began in 2002, when the Arizona Legislature passed SB1260 which required the state’s community colleges & public universities to double their nursing program enrollments in 5 years (2007).
Between 2002 & 2007, Arizona’s RN graduation rate increased 108%, according to statistics gathered by the Arizona State Board of Nursing. In 2002, 1,133 RNs graduated from Arizona nursing programs & in 2007, the programs graduated 2,364 RNs, thereby doubling the graduates from all RN nursing education programs in the 5 years allotted by SB 1260.
“I am pleased with the progress that has been made, but continue to be very concerned about how this nursing shortage affects Arizonans,” said Governor Janet Napolitano. “Just this year I issued an Executive Order directing the Arizona Department of Commerce to develop a healthcare workforce plan that addresses healthcare education & training, identifies the specific types of professionals needed & recommends an equitable distribution of healthcare professionals across the state’s geographic regions.”
AzHHA and its leadership agree with this assessment & continue to work on strategies to address Arizona’s healthcare workforce shortage.
“Given the capacity of Arizona’s nursing education programs & the current number of such programs, it would be extremely difficult to graduate enough RNs to keep pace with both Arizona’s population growth & the anticipated RN retirement rate,” said Sharon Gardner, chair of AzHHA’s Healthcare Institute & vice president, Human Resources for Yuma Regional Medical Center. “HCI is confident this Data Center report will ignite the innovative spirit that has helped address this issue in the past.”
The Data Center: Arming Decision Makers with Information
The Data Center will continue to provide Arizona’s healthcare leaders with the data they need to make critical workforce decisions & to track the impact of solutions that are implemented. In 2008-09, the Data Center will issue reports on Arizona’s shortage of:
* RNs.
* licensed practical nurses.
* nurse practitioners.
* pharmacists.
* pharmacy technicians.
Gila Community College Poetry Forum
The Gila Community College is holding an open mic Poetry Forum on June 14th, at 7 pm at the vida E caffé, 157 West Cedar Street in Globe.
ASU Softball Wins Game 1
Arizona St. took Game 1 against Texas A&M in this best of three series. Arizona St. is now one win away from winning the 2008 NCAA Women's College World Series Championship. They can seal the deal tonight by winning Game 2 at 7 pm (5 pm PT) on ESPN2. Yesterday's win came when Freshman Krista Donnenwirth homered with two RBI singles. Katie Burkhart threw a two-hitter in the 3-0 win.
If Texas A&M win's, they will play Game 3 on June 4th, at 7 pm (5 pm PT) on ESPN2HD.
If Texas A&M win's, they will play Game 3 on June 4th, at 7 pm (5 pm PT) on ESPN2HD.
Monday, June 2, 2008
Suvoyuki Day At Homolovi Ruins State Park Coming In July www.homolovi.com
"Suvoyuki" translated in the Hopi language means to accomplish work through at "joint effort." "Suvoyuki Day" is an open house day at Homolovi Ruins State Park that celebrates the partners who have helped to protect & save Homolovi area archaeological & cultural sites from destruction.
The event begins on July 11th, at 7 pm with a talk about the Hopi culture. On July 12th, the day begins at 6 am with a traditional Hopi morning run (4 & 6.5 miles) with all participants invited. Following the run, the Hopi corn roasting pit will be opened & all will get a taste of freshly roasted sweet corn. Throughout the day, there will be Hopi artist demonstrations, traditional food demonstrations & lectures. Archaeologists will also be there to interpret the sites. Parking will be available on the northeast corner of Interstate 40 & State Route 87. Shuttle service will then be available from there to the park.
Pre-registration is available now. There is a $10 registration fee that can be paid on the day of the run. You may also register the day of the run but must be there no later than 5 am. The run will begin promptly at 6 am & will be on a cross-country trail course through the park. There will be t-shirts, refreshments & a prize drawing for run & walk participants. Begin the day with a Hopi prayer for life & strength on this run and walk.
On July 13th, visitors can travel north on Highway 87 to Sipaulovi Village, paralleling an ancient Hopi migration route to the community center at Second Mesa, Arizona. Sunday's events at Sipaulovi feature tours of the village, speakers, vendors of traditional foods, artists & other special activities including a Fun Run at 6 am.
Homolovi Ruins, one of a series of many ancient Hopi pueblos found in the Southwest, offers the public the opportunity to begin their journey into Hopi life & culture. Like the modern visitor making their way to Hopi, the Homolovi ancestral villages were a stop for the ancestral Hopi people along their migration route, eventually moving on & settling at one of the current Hopi villages. We can share their experience by viewing the village ruins that remain as cultural remnants of Hopi prehistory.
Hopi Tribal leaders & Arizona State Parks staff have been collaborating for 5 years to create a new model for park management & tourism to traditional Hopi lands which will preserve & protect the sacred culture, while offering special cultural tour opportunities for the public.
For more information about Suvoyuki Day call Homolovi Ruins State Park at (928) 289-4106 or visit: homolovi.com. Homolovi Ruins State Park is located 5 miles northeast of the city of Winslow, in northeastern Arizona. The park campground is convenient to I-40 & accommodates large rigs, as well as tent camping.
The event begins on July 11th, at 7 pm with a talk about the Hopi culture. On July 12th, the day begins at 6 am with a traditional Hopi morning run (4 & 6.5 miles) with all participants invited. Following the run, the Hopi corn roasting pit will be opened & all will get a taste of freshly roasted sweet corn. Throughout the day, there will be Hopi artist demonstrations, traditional food demonstrations & lectures. Archaeologists will also be there to interpret the sites. Parking will be available on the northeast corner of Interstate 40 & State Route 87. Shuttle service will then be available from there to the park.
Pre-registration is available now. There is a $10 registration fee that can be paid on the day of the run. You may also register the day of the run but must be there no later than 5 am. The run will begin promptly at 6 am & will be on a cross-country trail course through the park. There will be t-shirts, refreshments & a prize drawing for run & walk participants. Begin the day with a Hopi prayer for life & strength on this run and walk.
On July 13th, visitors can travel north on Highway 87 to Sipaulovi Village, paralleling an ancient Hopi migration route to the community center at Second Mesa, Arizona. Sunday's events at Sipaulovi feature tours of the village, speakers, vendors of traditional foods, artists & other special activities including a Fun Run at 6 am.
Homolovi Ruins, one of a series of many ancient Hopi pueblos found in the Southwest, offers the public the opportunity to begin their journey into Hopi life & culture. Like the modern visitor making their way to Hopi, the Homolovi ancestral villages were a stop for the ancestral Hopi people along their migration route, eventually moving on & settling at one of the current Hopi villages. We can share their experience by viewing the village ruins that remain as cultural remnants of Hopi prehistory.
Hopi Tribal leaders & Arizona State Parks staff have been collaborating for 5 years to create a new model for park management & tourism to traditional Hopi lands which will preserve & protect the sacred culture, while offering special cultural tour opportunities for the public.
For more information about Suvoyuki Day call Homolovi Ruins State Park at (928) 289-4106 or visit: homolovi.com. Homolovi Ruins State Park is located 5 miles northeast of the city of Winslow, in northeastern Arizona. The park campground is convenient to I-40 & accommodates large rigs, as well as tent camping.
Laveen Elementary School District Seeks New Governing Board Member After Zembruski's Resignation
Maricopa County Superintendent of Schools Dr. Sandra E. Dowling is searching for a candidate to fill a vacancy on the Laveen Elementary School District Governing Board created by the resignation of board member Sarah Zembruski.
To qualify for consideration, applicants must have been a resident in the Laveen Elementary School District for at least 1 year as well as be registered to vote in Arizona. Please note that according to state statute, no employee of a school district or their spouse may hold membership on a governing board of a school district by which they are employed.
Dr. Dowling encourages interested Laveen community members to apply by sending a letter of interest, resume, & letters of community support to the Maricopa County Superintendent of Schools Office at 4041 N. Central Ave, Suite 1100, Phoenix, Az 85012, or fax to Hope Olguín at (602) 506-3753. All documentation must be received by 5 pm on Thursday, June 12th, 2008.
The appointment will expire upon the canvass of the 2008 General Election.
To qualify for consideration, applicants must have been a resident in the Laveen Elementary School District for at least 1 year as well as be registered to vote in Arizona. Please note that according to state statute, no employee of a school district or their spouse may hold membership on a governing board of a school district by which they are employed.
Dr. Dowling encourages interested Laveen community members to apply by sending a letter of interest, resume, & letters of community support to the Maricopa County Superintendent of Schools Office at 4041 N. Central Ave, Suite 1100, Phoenix, Az 85012, or fax to Hope Olguín at (602) 506-3753. All documentation must be received by 5 pm on Thursday, June 12th, 2008.
The appointment will expire upon the canvass of the 2008 General Election.
Arizona Quarter Launched Today
As a Mariachi band played, the Arizona commemorative quarter-dollar coin, the 48th quarter of the popular 50 State Quarters® Program, was introduced into circulation in a ceremony on the State Capitol Senate Lawn today. United States Mint Director Ed Moy joined Governor Janet Napolitano in hosting the festivities.
"This quarter celebrates the breathtaking natural beauty of Arizona, from its rare Saguaro cactus to the awe-inspiring Grand Canyon," Director Moy told the crowd. "When Americans pull this coin out of their pockets, they'll immediately think of Arizona."
After the ceremony, Director Moy & Governor Napolitano passed out shiny new Arizona quarters to the children in the audience. A large crowd of adults lined up to exchange their bills for $10 rolls of Arizona quarters as Mariachi Aguila de Marcelino Cervantes of Phoenix played on.
On the eve of the launch, Director Moy hosted a coin collectors' forum at the Carnegie Center in Phoenix, where he discussed United States Mint programs. Members of the audience told him what they would like to see on American coinage in the future.
The reverse (tails side) of the Arizona quarter features an image of the Grand Canyon with a Saguaro cactus in the foreground. A banner reading "Grand Canyon State" separates the 2 images to signify that the Saguaro cactus does not grow in the Grand Canyon. The coin also bears the inscriptions "Arizona" & "1912," the year Arizona was admitted into the Union.
For those who were unable to attend the Arizona Quarter Launch today, the United States Mint is offering the Arizona quarter in 2-roll sets (40 coins per roll) containing 1 roll each from the United States Mint facilities at Philadelphia & Denver, & in bags of 100 & 1,000 coins. To place an order, visit the United States Mint Web site, or call 1-800-USA-MINT (872-6468). The 2-roll sets are $32.95, bags of 100 coins are $32.95, & bags of 1,000 coins are $309.95.
Free United States Mint lesson plans about the Arizona quarter may be downloaded at: usmint.gov/kids.
"This quarter celebrates the breathtaking natural beauty of Arizona, from its rare Saguaro cactus to the awe-inspiring Grand Canyon," Director Moy told the crowd. "When Americans pull this coin out of their pockets, they'll immediately think of Arizona."
After the ceremony, Director Moy & Governor Napolitano passed out shiny new Arizona quarters to the children in the audience. A large crowd of adults lined up to exchange their bills for $10 rolls of Arizona quarters as Mariachi Aguila de Marcelino Cervantes of Phoenix played on.
On the eve of the launch, Director Moy hosted a coin collectors' forum at the Carnegie Center in Phoenix, where he discussed United States Mint programs. Members of the audience told him what they would like to see on American coinage in the future.
The reverse (tails side) of the Arizona quarter features an image of the Grand Canyon with a Saguaro cactus in the foreground. A banner reading "Grand Canyon State" separates the 2 images to signify that the Saguaro cactus does not grow in the Grand Canyon. The coin also bears the inscriptions "Arizona" & "1912," the year Arizona was admitted into the Union.
For those who were unable to attend the Arizona Quarter Launch today, the United States Mint is offering the Arizona quarter in 2-roll sets (40 coins per roll) containing 1 roll each from the United States Mint facilities at Philadelphia & Denver, & in bags of 100 & 1,000 coins. To place an order, visit the United States Mint Web site, or call 1-800-USA-MINT (872-6468). The 2-roll sets are $32.95, bags of 100 coins are $32.95, & bags of 1,000 coins are $309.95.
Free United States Mint lesson plans about the Arizona quarter may be downloaded at: usmint.gov/kids.
City of Mesa Accepting Applications For Housing Rehabilitation Program
The City of Mesa is now accepting applications for a program that will rehabilitate homes in an approx. 1 square mile area bound by University Drive, 8th Avenue, Gilbert Road & Stapley Drive.
“Our department has evaluated the neighborhood & we have found it to have multiple challenges. This rehab program has the potential to add new life to the area,” City of Mesa Housing and Revitalization Director Carolyn Olson said.
The City’s Housing Services, Neighborhood Outreach, Community Revitalization & Code Compliance Division are working together on behalf of the neighborhood. There are 3 requirements to be eligible for the program: income level, the resident must own the home & live there for at least 1 year & it must be the only residence of the homeowner.
The purpose of the housing rehabilitation program is to improve the livability of a home & meet the current minimum building codes, wherever possible. The home improvements will focus on problems pertaining to safety & health, such as roofing, electrical & plumbing work. The home rehabilitation project is federally funded through the Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) program.
The housing rehabilitation program is scheduled to begin in July. Homeowners interested in applying for assistance are asked to call City of Mesa Housing Services at (480) 644-3208 by June 20th, to pre-qualify. Applications will be accepted on a first come, first serve basis.
“Our department has evaluated the neighborhood & we have found it to have multiple challenges. This rehab program has the potential to add new life to the area,” City of Mesa Housing and Revitalization Director Carolyn Olson said.
The City’s Housing Services, Neighborhood Outreach, Community Revitalization & Code Compliance Division are working together on behalf of the neighborhood. There are 3 requirements to be eligible for the program: income level, the resident must own the home & live there for at least 1 year & it must be the only residence of the homeowner.
The purpose of the housing rehabilitation program is to improve the livability of a home & meet the current minimum building codes, wherever possible. The home improvements will focus on problems pertaining to safety & health, such as roofing, electrical & plumbing work. The home rehabilitation project is federally funded through the Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) program.
The housing rehabilitation program is scheduled to begin in July. Homeowners interested in applying for assistance are asked to call City of Mesa Housing Services at (480) 644-3208 by June 20th, to pre-qualify. Applications will be accepted on a first come, first serve basis.
2008 Beat The Heat Basketball Tournament
This tournament is open to high school boys & is being held at the outdoor basketball court at the Whiteriver Lutheran Church on June 21st.The limit is set at 12 boys teams with an 8 player limit. The entry fee is $125 & is cash only. For more details or to enter your team, call Nathan Boyd at (928) 434-5678. NOTE: They are not responsible for any accidents, injuries, or any lost/stolen items.
Vehicle Versus Power Pole In Claypool
The call went out at approx. 9:39 pm last night to a one vehicle accident across from of the Shamrock. The driver struck the power pole, causing it to topple over.
More information to follow, as it becomes available.
More information to follow, as it becomes available.
Some DVDs Out This Week
Dirty Harry Ultimate Collector's Edition
Dirty Harry (2-Disc Special Edition)
Magnum Force (Deluxe Edition)
The Enforcer (Deluxe Edition)
Sudden Impact (Deluxe Edition)
The Dead Pool (Deluxe Edition)
Weeds - Season 3
Pride 34: Kamakazi
Ultimate Fighting Championship: Ultimate Knockouts, Vol. 5
The Three Stooges: Classic Shorts & Swing Parade
Rescue Me - The Complete 4th Season
Semi-Pro
The Jamie Foxx Film Collection
The Andromeda Strain Miniseries
Houdini
The Incredible Hulk - The Complete 3rd Season
The Incredible Hulk - The Complete 4th Season
Meet The Spartans
The Boston Red Sox Essential Games of Fenway Park (Steelbook)
The New York Mets Essential Games Of Shea Stadium (Steelbook)
City Slickers (Collector's Edition)
A Love to Keep
Mandingo
Boarding Gate
Student Bodies
American Crude
Mannix - The 1st Season
The Optimists
The Animation Show, Vol. 3
The Beast - Special Extended Edition
Dead Zone: The Final Season
Flawless
Almost Illegal #1
Some Kind of Hero
Endless Orgy for the Goddess of Perversion
The Goose Woman
Those Daring Young Men In Their Jaunty Jalopies
Brotherhood - The Complete 2nd Season
Jekyll And Hyde Together Again
Twisted: A Balloonamentary
The Eye
The Skull
CHiPs - The Complete 2nd Season
Almost An Angel
Control (The Miriam Collection)
The Machine Girl
Big Rig
The Onion Movie
Vince Vaughn's Wild West Comedy Show: 30 Days & 30 Nights - Hollywood to the Heartland
Blue City
The One And Only
Meerkat Manor: The Story Begins
Dirty Harry (2-Disc Special Edition)
Magnum Force (Deluxe Edition)
The Enforcer (Deluxe Edition)
Sudden Impact (Deluxe Edition)
The Dead Pool (Deluxe Edition)
Weeds - Season 3
Pride 34: Kamakazi
Ultimate Fighting Championship: Ultimate Knockouts, Vol. 5
The Three Stooges: Classic Shorts & Swing Parade
Rescue Me - The Complete 4th Season
Semi-Pro
The Jamie Foxx Film Collection
The Andromeda Strain Miniseries
Houdini
The Incredible Hulk - The Complete 3rd Season
The Incredible Hulk - The Complete 4th Season
Meet The Spartans
The Boston Red Sox Essential Games of Fenway Park (Steelbook)
The New York Mets Essential Games Of Shea Stadium (Steelbook)
City Slickers (Collector's Edition)
A Love to Keep
Mandingo
Boarding Gate
Student Bodies
American Crude
Mannix - The 1st Season
The Optimists
The Animation Show, Vol. 3
The Beast - Special Extended Edition
Dead Zone: The Final Season
Flawless
Almost Illegal #1
Some Kind of Hero
Endless Orgy for the Goddess of Perversion
The Goose Woman
Those Daring Young Men In Their Jaunty Jalopies
Brotherhood - The Complete 2nd Season
Jekyll And Hyde Together Again
Twisted: A Balloonamentary
The Eye
The Skull
CHiPs - The Complete 2nd Season
Almost An Angel
Control (The Miriam Collection)
The Machine Girl
Big Rig
The Onion Movie
Vince Vaughn's Wild West Comedy Show: 30 Days & 30 Nights - Hollywood to the Heartland
Blue City
The One And Only
Meerkat Manor: The Story Begins
Some Country/Folk CDs Out This Week
Neal McCoy - The Very Best of Neal McCoy
Cliff Aungier - The Lady from Baltimore
Cliff Aungier - The Lady from Baltimore
Sunday, June 1, 2008
ASU Reaches The 2008 NCAA Women's College World Series
Arizona St. will take on Texas A&M in a best of three series to determine the 2008 NCAA Women's College World Series Championship Team.
Game 1: June 2nd, at 7 pm (5 pm PT) on ESPN2.
Game 2: June 3rd, at 7 pm (5 pm PT) on ESPN2.
Game 3 (if necessary): June 4th, at 7 pm (5 pm PT) on ESPN2HD.
Game 1: June 2nd, at 7 pm (5 pm PT) on ESPN2.
Game 2: June 3rd, at 7 pm (5 pm PT) on ESPN2.
Game 3 (if necessary): June 4th, at 7 pm (5 pm PT) on ESPN2HD.
San Carlos Natural Resources Conservation District Seeking Input
The San Carlos Natural Resources Conservation District wants the public's thoughts & ideas on what you think their vision should be for the land, plants, animals, people, water, culturally significant plants, food, health & other related issues within the Reservation. The San Carlos Natural Resources Conservation District will hold a public meeting on June 12th, from 9 am to 4 pm, at the Apache Gold Convention Center. If you would like to attend, RSVP to Loretta Stone at (928) 475-2218 by June 6th.
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