Saturday, February 28, 2009
Paul Harvey Has Died
Broadcasting pioneer Paul Harvey has died at the age of 90, in a Phoenix hospital, near his winter home according to the ABC Radio Network.Harvey spent over seven decades in radio and was known for his 'News & Comment' and most notably his 'Rest of the Story' segments.
New Resolution Copper Website Focuses On Superior Project
Resolution Copper Mining has created a website to promote their side of the issue on the Southeast Arizona Land Exchange and Conservation Act and an understanding of the project and what the anticipated long-term benefits will provide for the citizens of Superior, the Copper Triangle, & the state of Arizona.
On this website, Resolution Copper has developed a blog where citizens can exchange ideas, share stories, & learn more about the project.
On this website, Resolution Copper has developed a blog where citizens can exchange ideas, share stories, & learn more about the project.
Paul Harvey Has Died
Broadcasting pioneer Paul Harvey has died at the age of 90, in a Phoenix hospital, near his winter home according to the ABC Radio Network.
Harvey spent over seven decades in radio and was known for his 'News & Comment' and most notably his 'Rest of the Story' segments.
Harvey spent over seven decades in radio and was known for his 'News & Comment' and most notably his 'Rest of the Story' segments.
Witherill Found
At approx. 4:30 pm yesterday, Gila County Deputies with the assistance of a citizen on horseback located his vehicle. The missing subject, Jason William Witherill was located on a nearby trail deceased.
Witherill Found
At approx. 4:30 pm yesterday, Gila County Deputies with the assistance of a citizen on horseback located his vehicle. The missing subject, Jason William Witherill was located on a nearby trail deceased.
Friday, February 27, 2009
Boyce Thompson Arboretum Annual Spring Plant Sale Is Right Around The Corner
March is the perfect time to visit Boyce Thompson Arboretum State Park. Visitors can enjoy the spectacular beauty of the wildflowers, and they can also buy plants for their own landscape at reasonable prices during the Annual Spring Plant Sale from March 13th through March 29th.
Visitors can purchase a wide-range of herbs, cacti, shrubs, trees, groundcovers and vines daily from 8 am until 5 pm. Arboretum experts will be on hand to answer landscaping and gardening questions, and offer advice.
Arboretum members receive a 20% discount on all plants purchased during the sale, which is a fundraiser that helps support education and conservation at Arizona's oldest and largest botanical garden.
Potential buyers can call the Arboretum at (520) 689-2723 to inquire if specific plants or varieties are available.
Boyce Thompson Arboretum State Park is located on U.S. Highway 60 three miles west of historic Superior in the shadow of Picket Post Mountain.
Visitors can purchase a wide-range of herbs, cacti, shrubs, trees, groundcovers and vines daily from 8 am until 5 pm. Arboretum experts will be on hand to answer landscaping and gardening questions, and offer advice.
Arboretum members receive a 20% discount on all plants purchased during the sale, which is a fundraiser that helps support education and conservation at Arizona's oldest and largest botanical garden.
Potential buyers can call the Arboretum at (520) 689-2723 to inquire if specific plants or varieties are available.
Boyce Thompson Arboretum State Park is located on U.S. Highway 60 three miles west of historic Superior in the shadow of Picket Post Mountain.
Mesa Council District 6 Is Site For New Building Strong Neighborhoods Initiative
The next Building Strong Neighborhoods Initiative in the City of Mesa will be located in Council District 6 in the neighborhood that lies within the boundaries of U-S 60 to Southern, Sossaman to Palo Verde. The program will begin with an orientation or “kickoff” meeting Thursday, March 5th, from 6:30 pm to 7:30 pm at the LDS Church, 1007 S. 72nd St. Mayor Scott Smith, Councilmember Scott Somers and City Manager Chris Brady will be in attendance. Light refreshments will be served and free child-care service will be provided.During the orientation meeting, residents will hear results of a survey the City of Mesa Neighborhood Outreach Office has been conducting in the neighborhood. Resident action teams will be formed to address issues of public safety, traffic and neighborhood beautification. Neighbors will also get information about Clean Sweep dumpsters. The meeting will include an open house for residents to learn about existing City services and programs. Several nonprofit agencies and local businesses will be hosting informational tables. Representatives from Superstition Springs Center will have information about the mall and offer residents a chance to win one of four $25 gift certificates. Marketside, a small community grocery store owned by Wal-Mart Stores, Inc. located at 7561 E. Baseline, will also have representatives attending to distribute cloth grocery bags with a few surprises for all attendees, raffle two food baskets and offer free samples from their neighborhood market.“We're excited to be focusing on this East Mesa neighborhood. Surveys returned thus far have revealed that 82% of the residents know their neighbors,” District 6 Neighborhood Outreach Coordinator Susan Frabotta said. We have several neighborhood projects planned. This Saturday, Feb. 28th, 200 volunteers from the Alta Mesa Stake will be painting house numbers on curbs, delivering Clean Sweep and meeting reminder flyers and completing the door-to-door surveys in the neighborhood. On March 7th, 75 volunteers will be removing weeds and painting the wall on the south side of Hopi."The Building Strong Neighborhoods Initiative is designed to preserve and strengthen neighborhoods by providing residents and businesses with education, training and access to existing resources to address neighborhood concerns.
Mesa Council District 6 Is Site For New Building Strong Neighborhoods Initiative
The next Building Strong Neighborhoods Initiative in the City of Mesa will be located in Council District 6 in the neighborhood that lies within the boundaries of U-S 60 to Southern, Sossaman to Palo Verde. The program will begin with an orientation or “kickoff” meeting Thursday, March 5th, from 6:30 pm to 7:30 pm at the LDS Church, 1007 S. 72nd St. Mayor Scott Smith, Councilmember Scott Somers and City Manager Chris Brady will be in attendance. Light refreshments will be served and free child-care service will be provided.
During the orientation meeting, residents will hear results of a survey the City of Mesa Neighborhood Outreach Office has been conducting in the neighborhood. Resident action teams will be formed to address issues of public safety, traffic and neighborhood beautification. Neighbors will also get information about Clean Sweep dumpsters. The meeting will include an open house for residents to learn about existing City services and programs. Several nonprofit agencies and local businesses will be hosting informational tables. Representatives from Superstition Springs Center will have information about the mall and offer residents a chance to win one of four $25 gift certificates. Marketside, a small community grocery store owned by Wal-Mart Stores, Inc. located at 7561 E. Baseline, will also have representatives attending to distribute cloth grocery bags with a few surprises for all attendees, raffle two food baskets and offer free samples from their neighborhood market.
“We're excited to be focusing on this East Mesa neighborhood. Surveys returned thus far have revealed that 82% of the residents know their neighbors,” District 6 Neighborhood Outreach Coordinator Susan Frabotta said. We have several neighborhood projects planned. This Saturday, Feb. 28th, 200 volunteers from the Alta Mesa Stake will be painting house numbers on curbs, delivering Clean Sweep and meeting reminder flyers and completing the door-to-door surveys in the neighborhood. On March 7th, 75 volunteers will be removing weeds and painting the wall on the south side of Hopi."
The Building Strong Neighborhoods Initiative is designed to preserve and strengthen neighborhoods by providing residents and businesses with education, training and access to existing resources to address neighborhood concerns.
During the orientation meeting, residents will hear results of a survey the City of Mesa Neighborhood Outreach Office has been conducting in the neighborhood. Resident action teams will be formed to address issues of public safety, traffic and neighborhood beautification. Neighbors will also get information about Clean Sweep dumpsters. The meeting will include an open house for residents to learn about existing City services and programs. Several nonprofit agencies and local businesses will be hosting informational tables. Representatives from Superstition Springs Center will have information about the mall and offer residents a chance to win one of four $25 gift certificates. Marketside, a small community grocery store owned by Wal-Mart Stores, Inc. located at 7561 E. Baseline, will also have representatives attending to distribute cloth grocery bags with a few surprises for all attendees, raffle two food baskets and offer free samples from their neighborhood market.
“We're excited to be focusing on this East Mesa neighborhood. Surveys returned thus far have revealed that 82% of the residents know their neighbors,” District 6 Neighborhood Outreach Coordinator Susan Frabotta said. We have several neighborhood projects planned. This Saturday, Feb. 28th, 200 volunteers from the Alta Mesa Stake will be painting house numbers on curbs, delivering Clean Sweep and meeting reminder flyers and completing the door-to-door surveys in the neighborhood. On March 7th, 75 volunteers will be removing weeds and painting the wall on the south side of Hopi."
The Building Strong Neighborhoods Initiative is designed to preserve and strengthen neighborhoods by providing residents and businesses with education, training and access to existing resources to address neighborhood concerns.
First Mesa Street Bond Project Starting
Beginning Monday, March 2nd, Hunter Contracting will begin the first of 13 street bond projects approved by Mesa voters on Nov. 4th, 2008. The project is at the intersection of Gilbert Road and University Drive, which currently experiences significant congestion during peak drive times. “It is exciting to see the first project get started after a great deal of planning and design,” City Engineer Beth Huning said. “We will work hard to minimize impacts on nearby businesses and drivers while getting the job done on time and within budget.”
The project is expected to be completed in late fall and includes extending the six-lane section on Gilbert Road through the University Drive intersection, a third through lane in each direction on University drive, dual left turn lanes for all directions, bus pullouts on all four corners and a right turn lane for eastbound traffic.
“Mesa residents voted on a package of street projects and we are ready to deliver,” Transportation Director Dan Cleavenger said. “This project will help relieve traffic congestion during peak hours and reduce accidents at the intersection.”
The first phase of the project includes moving 69 KV power lines on the north side of University to accommodate street widening and placing 12 KV lines on the west side of Gilbert underground.
One lane of traffic in each direction will be open at all times throughout the duration of the project and City staff will work with businesses impacted by construction to maintain customer access. Certain elements of construction may limit left turns intermittently during the project.
The project is expected to be completed in late fall and includes extending the six-lane section on Gilbert Road through the University Drive intersection, a third through lane in each direction on University drive, dual left turn lanes for all directions, bus pullouts on all four corners and a right turn lane for eastbound traffic.
“Mesa residents voted on a package of street projects and we are ready to deliver,” Transportation Director Dan Cleavenger said. “This project will help relieve traffic congestion during peak hours and reduce accidents at the intersection.”
The first phase of the project includes moving 69 KV power lines on the north side of University to accommodate street widening and placing 12 KV lines on the west side of Gilbert underground.
One lane of traffic in each direction will be open at all times throughout the duration of the project and City staff will work with businesses impacted by construction to maintain customer access. Certain elements of construction may limit left turns intermittently during the project.
New Improv Group Starting In Globe
A new improv group is starting up in Globe and all interested actors, comediennes, singers, dancers, musicians, & anyone else that wants to hone their acting and improvisational skills are invited to attend. The first meeting will be Thursday, March 12th, at 6:30 pm on the 3rd floor of the Cobre Valley Center for the Arts with an alternate meeting at 10 am on Saturday, March 14th. A casting call for the Copper Cities Community Players spring production will also take place during the meetings. If you attend the Thursday meeting, please enter the building through the fire escape located on Broad St.
Gila County Fair Committee Meeting
The Gila County Fair Committee will hold a meeting on March 10th, at the Gila Historical Museum in Globe at 6:30 pm. Anyone interesed in helping with the fair this September is welcome to attend.
“Dog Park Days” Presented By Toyota
Toyota is treating Phoenix pet owners and their dogs to a “pawsitively” fun-filled day of travel gear demos, test drives with the all-new pet-friendly Venza, free pet accessory giveaways and treats for dogs and owners. The series of “Dog Park Days” will kick off at Cosmo Dog Park in Gilbert, on March 7th & March 8th, and will wrap up at Jackass Acres K-9 Korral, on March 14th & March 15th. The event hours are 10 am to 5 pm.It’s hard to find a dog owner that doesn’t take their pet along in the car. An American Automobile Association (AAA) survey found an estimated 84% of dog owners drove with their pets in the car. Unfortunately, the survey also found that more than 30,000 accidents are caused annually by unrestrained pets in front seats. Recognizing the importance of this issue, Toyota is hosting the ultimate pet travel experience to help owners fully prepare themselves and their pets to ride securely and comfortably.At each event, local certified pet trainers will provide valuable tips and advice on making the most of traveling with your pets during 30-minute seminars, held at the top of each hour. Key topics to be highlighted in the seminar include:Automobile safety equipment for pets with specialized demos.Preparation for accidents and how to protect pets in the accident aftermath.Training your dog to enjoy both short and long car rides and ways to make them feel secure and comfortable.Prevention tips against pet theft, eye and ear injuries and accidental poisoning.Designed for those with active lifestyles that often involve pets, the versatile five-passenger Venza offers a full line-up of canine friendly aftermarket pet products through Toyota dealers. At the event, attendees will have the opportunity to test drive the Venza with their pets, and experience firsthand the variety of safety features and accessories tailored to provide comfort and style for pet passengers.“More than 29 million Americans have traveled with their pets within the past three years,” says Bob Zeinstra, national product marketing manager for Toyota Motor Sales, USA, Inc., “and dog owners frequently consider their pet’s comfort when buying a car. Our goal is to inform these on-the-go pet owners that Venza is a great choice when it comes to creature comfort and pet travel safety options.”A variety of dog treats and free giveaways will be distributed throughout the day, including a customized computer and phone screensaver featuring your own pet. After its debut in Los Angeles, the Venza “Dog Park Days” will be held at dog parks in both Phoenix and Denver in March.The Venza, which went on sale last month, offers more than a dozen pet-friendly creature comforts, the most ever available through Toyota dealerships. Venza’s large cargo capacity and rear hatch allow for easy entrance and loading of pets. Available products include: a rear hatch pet ramp for easy loading and unloading, a leash tether for securing pets in the vehicle, a pet booster seat with harness, a first/second row or cargo area pet barrier, pet seatbelt buckles and rear seat zipline-style harnesses. Waterproof and removable hammock-style seat covers are also available to fit Venza’s bench and bucket seats. Venza, which combines the best features of a car and SUV, is also the first Toyota passenger car to offer Star Safety as standard equipment for all models.
New Improv Group Starting In Globe
A new improv group is starting up in Globe and all interested actors, comediennes, singers, dancers, musicians, & anyone else that wants to hone their acting and improvisational skills are invited to attend. The first meeting will be Thursday, March 12th, at 6:30 pm on the 3rd floor of the Cobre Valley Center for the Arts with an alternate meeting at 10 am on Saturday, March 14th. A casting call for the Copper Cities Community Players spring production will also take place during the meetings. If you attend the Thursday meeting, please enter the building through the fire escape located on Broad St.
Boyce Thompson Arboretum Annual Spring Plant Sale Is Right Around The Corner
March is the perfect time to visit Boyce Thompson Arboretum State Park. Visitors can enjoy the spectacular beauty of the wildflowers, and they can also buy plants for their own landscape at reasonable prices during the Annual Spring Plant Sale from March 13th through March 29th.Visitors can purchase a wide-range of herbs, cacti, shrubs, trees, groundcovers and vines daily from 8 am until 5 pm. Arboretum experts will be on hand to answer landscaping and gardening questions, and offer advice.Arboretum members receive a 20% discount on all plants purchased during the sale, which is a fundraiser that helps support education and conservation at Arizona's oldest and largest botanical garden.Potential buyers can call the Arboretum at (520) 689-2723 to inquire if specific plants or varieties are available.Boyce Thompson Arboretum State Park is located on U.S. Highway 60 three miles west of historic Superior in the shadow of Picket Post Mountain.
Gila County Fair Committee Meeting
The Gila County Fair Committee will hold a meeting on March 10th, at the Gila Historical Museum in Globe at 6:30 pm. Anyone interesed in helping with the fair this September is welcome to attend.
Thursday, February 26, 2009
4th Annual Statewide Auto Theft Prevention & Awareness Day
Arizona's 4th Annual Statewide Auto Theft Prevention & Awareness Day is Saturday, March 7th. Governor Brewer has proclaimed Saturday, March 7th, as Statewide Vehicle Theft Prevention & Awareness Day and asks all citizens to increase their awareness and education about auto theft and learn more about taking extra precautions to protect their vehicles. Last year in Arizona, one vehicle was stolen, on average, every 11 minutes.
The Arizona Automobile Theft Authority (AATA), in partnership with the Gila County Sheriff has joined forces to promote March 7th, as Vehicle Theft Prevention & Awareness Day. The Gila County Sheriff's Office will be hosting a "free" event to increase awareness about vehicle theft prevention. The free services include Vehicle Identification (VIN) Etching, brochures, & enrollment in the state's Watch Your Car decal program. The program will be in the Wal-Mart parking lot from 8 am until 5 pm.
The Globe Police Department will be at Farmers Fogle Agency, 1700 North Broad Street in Globe on Saturday, March 7th, from 9 am to 1 pm. They'll have free VIN Etching, hot dogs, kids fingerprinting, and learn about fire prevention.
The Arizona Automobile Theft Authority (AATA), in partnership with the Gila County Sheriff has joined forces to promote March 7th, as Vehicle Theft Prevention & Awareness Day. The Gila County Sheriff's Office will be hosting a "free" event to increase awareness about vehicle theft prevention. The free services include Vehicle Identification (VIN) Etching, brochures, & enrollment in the state's Watch Your Car decal program. The program will be in the Wal-Mart parking lot from 8 am until 5 pm.
The Globe Police Department will be at Farmers Fogle Agency, 1700 North Broad Street in Globe on Saturday, March 7th, from 9 am to 1 pm. They'll have free VIN Etching, hot dogs, kids fingerprinting, and learn about fire prevention.
Chicks with Picks Music Fest
National recording artist Michelle Branch will perform at Arizona’s first of its kind Chicks with Picks Music Fest, on Saturday, March 21st, at Tempe Beach Park.
In addition, the ACM’s Top New Female Vocalist of the Year nominee Sarah Buxton, music legend Jessi Colter, and Arizona Idol winner Bethany Wright will be featured along with 70 local femalesinger/songwriters in an all day celebration of women in music.
Pandy Raye and Rhonda Hitchcock co-founded AZ Chicks with Picks only 15 months ago, with the vision to showcase local “chicks with picks” in venues around town. “It’s amazing what can happen when women get behind something,” said Raye. “Now, we have our own festival, and it’s really a labor of love,” added Hitchcock.
The festival benefits programs for women and children run by the Kiwanis Club of Tempe-Sunrise.
Advance tickets for the all day experience are only $25 for adults, and kids under the age of 12 are free with a paid adult. Tickets can be purchased online at azchickswithpicks.com.
“We want this celebration to be fun and affordable,” stated Raye. “There are great activities for kids, as well as, food, spirits, VIP area, karaoke stage, and an open mic stage.
The winner of the “Next Talented Chick” contest earns a spot on the vitaminwater® sync main stage and free studio recording time.”
Contests will be held through March 8th, and more information about how to enter is available on the AZ Chicks with Picks website, azchickswithpicks.com.
In addition, the ACM’s Top New Female Vocalist of the Year nominee Sarah Buxton, music legend Jessi Colter, and Arizona Idol winner Bethany Wright will be featured along with 70 local femalesinger/songwriters in an all day celebration of women in music.
Pandy Raye and Rhonda Hitchcock co-founded AZ Chicks with Picks only 15 months ago, with the vision to showcase local “chicks with picks” in venues around town. “It’s amazing what can happen when women get behind something,” said Raye. “Now, we have our own festival, and it’s really a labor of love,” added Hitchcock.
The festival benefits programs for women and children run by the Kiwanis Club of Tempe-Sunrise.
Advance tickets for the all day experience are only $25 for adults, and kids under the age of 12 are free with a paid adult. Tickets can be purchased online at azchickswithpicks.com.
“We want this celebration to be fun and affordable,” stated Raye. “There are great activities for kids, as well as, food, spirits, VIP area, karaoke stage, and an open mic stage.
The winner of the “Next Talented Chick” contest earns a spot on the vitaminwater® sync main stage and free studio recording time.”
Contests will be held through March 8th, and more information about how to enter is available on the AZ Chicks with Picks website, azchickswithpicks.com.
4th Annual Statewide Auto Theft Prevention & Awareness Day
Arizona's 4th Annual Statewide Auto Theft Prevention & Awareness Day is Saturday, March 7th. Governor Brewer has proclaimed Saturday, March 7th, as Statewide Vehicle Theft Prevention & Awareness Day and asks all citizens to increase their awareness and education about auto theft and learn more about taking extra precautions to protect their vehicles. Last year in Arizona, one vehicle was stolen, on average, every 11 minutes.The Arizona Automobile Theft Authority (AATA), in partnership with the Gila County Sheriff has joined forces to promote March 7th, as Vehicle Theft Prevention & Awareness Day. The Gila County Sheriff's Office will be hosting a "free" event to increase awareness about vehicle theft prevention. The free services include Vehicle Identification (VIN) Etching, brochures, & enrollment in the state's Watch Your Car decal program. The program will be in the Wal-Mart parking lot from 8 am until 5 pm.The Globe Police Department will be at Farmers Fogle Agency, 1700 North Broad Street in Globe on Saturday, March 7th, from 9 am to 1 pm. They'll have free VIN Etching, hot dogs, kids fingerprinting, and learn about fire prevention.
Don A. Tatman Memorial Scholarship Applications Still Available
Applications are now available for the 2009 program year for the Don A. Tatman Memorial Scholarship. San Carlos Apache Telecommunications is the sole contributor of this scholarship in memorandum of one of the first members of the Board of Directors Don A. Tatman.
The scholarship is in the amount of $l,OOO to the recipient's choice of a two year college or university.
The eligibility requirements for this scholarship are as follows: Must be a graduating high school senior, enrolled with the San Carlos Apache Tribe, be accepted/enrolled in an accredited two or four year college/university, and express an interest to work in a rural community following graduation. Applicants must also have a grade point average of 3.0 or above in order to qualify.
Along with the scholarship application, students must also submit a one-page essay, providing a brief introduction, describe why this scholarship is important, and their short and long term goals, and what they would like to be doing in ten years. Students must also have one Educator's Recommendation and two Letters of Recommendation from local community leaders, and include their Certificate of Indian Blood (CIB) from the San Carlos Apache Tribe. An official high school transcript must also be included, no copies will be accepted.
A complete application consisting of all the above mentioned must be received by SCATUI by 4:30 pm on Friday, March 6th, 2009. If mailed, please allow for sufficient time for mailing in order for SCATUI to receive applications by deadline date. Incomplete and/or late applications will not be considered.
Applications are available at our SCATUI office in Peridot. If you would like more information, please contact Marion Case, SCATUI Sales & Marketing Assistant, at (928) 475-7005.
The scholarship is in the amount of $l,OOO to the recipient's choice of a two year college or university.
The eligibility requirements for this scholarship are as follows: Must be a graduating high school senior, enrolled with the San Carlos Apache Tribe, be accepted/enrolled in an accredited two or four year college/university, and express an interest to work in a rural community following graduation. Applicants must also have a grade point average of 3.0 or above in order to qualify.
Along with the scholarship application, students must also submit a one-page essay, providing a brief introduction, describe why this scholarship is important, and their short and long term goals, and what they would like to be doing in ten years. Students must also have one Educator's Recommendation and two Letters of Recommendation from local community leaders, and include their Certificate of Indian Blood (CIB) from the San Carlos Apache Tribe. An official high school transcript must also be included, no copies will be accepted.
A complete application consisting of all the above mentioned must be received by SCATUI by 4:30 pm on Friday, March 6th, 2009. If mailed, please allow for sufficient time for mailing in order for SCATUI to receive applications by deadline date. Incomplete and/or late applications will not be considered.
Applications are available at our SCATUI office in Peridot. If you would like more information, please contact Marion Case, SCATUI Sales & Marketing Assistant, at (928) 475-7005.
A Thank You From Raydean
The Red Cross would like to thank those who helped in their recent blood drive on Feb. 19th, at the LDS Church in Claypool. Especially, the three radio stations, two newspapers, and all of the organizations that donated things for the drive and the helpers.
Most important is a thank you to all those lovely people who came to donate blood. There were 26 productive pints received.
Most important is a thank you to all those lovely people who came to donate blood. There were 26 productive pints received.
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