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Diamond Canyon School holds annual Operation Santa driveELIZABETH MEDORA

STAFFANTHEM – Diamond

Canyon School is helping local veterans have a happy holiday.

Diamond Canyon School’s National Junior Honor Society, Student Council, and girls’ basketball team worked hard this December collecting donations for local veterans in need. On Dec. 17, the kids stuffed hand-decorated bags with snacks, toiletries, and cards to make personalized Christmas packages for the veterans at MANA House in downtown Phoenix.

Organizer Debi Callies runs Operation Santa, which developed out of sending

donations overseas when

her son Robert was deployed

to Iraq.

“After he completed his

enlistment in the Marines, I began to focus my efforts on our veterans here in Phoenix who are going through some

tough times,” Callies said. Callies works with Diamond

Canyon’s NJHS and Student Council to get donations to veterans in need. Each year, students, under the guidance of Diamond Canyon teacher Chris Lyijynen, collect hundreds of donations and package them to be donated to veterans. On Christmas Eve, Callies delivers the packages to MANA House, an organization that provides support and aid to veterans in need.

This year, Diamond Canyon students were honored with a plaque commemorating their ten years of volunteering to help veterans. Student volunteers were presented with the award

in a surprise ceremony during their donation pack-up.

This year’s drive netted eight tables full of donations, including canned goods, granola bars, tea, oatmeal, noodle soup, coffee, chips, soap, toothbrushes, socks, and other needed items.

“All the donations are from this school,” Callies said.

Thanks to these donations, local veterans in need will be having a brighter Christmas and getting some new hope for the new year.

“The students and the families at Diamond Canyon have warmed the hearts and brought a smile of appreciation to many of our Phoenix veterans,” Callies said.

New River gas station on track in permit process

NEW RIVER – The planned gas station in New River is still in the permit planning process. No date for the groundbreaking has yet been released.

According to Maricopa County Planning & Development Department Deputy Director Darren Gérard, pending construction permits are in place for the development.

Construction permits have been filed for the Shell convenience store to include Subway restaurant; the fuel sales canopy and diesel sales canopy; the 1,000 gallon propane tank and two underground 18,000 gallon fuel/diesel fuel tanks and 20,000 gallon above ground water tank; and the retaining walls.

“The last submittal was 11/25/15,” Gérard said. “The permits are still under technical review by staff.”

Community discussion about the gas station began in spring 2014 when development plans were put forth. Since then, in response to community concerns, the owner has made some design changes. This delayed the design process.

Gérard noted that except for Zoning, Drainage Engineering, and Transportation, the needed signoffs for the development had been received.

“Once those approvals are received, the permit can be issued and construction may commence,” Gérard added.

Delivering happiness: DMFD charity donates toys to hospitalized children

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NORTH VALLEY – Sometimes Santa doesn’t arrive in a sleigh. For local children who are in the hospital, Santa arrived in a fire truck this year.

At Christmastime, the Daisy Mountain Firefighters Association holds a toy drive and collects items to distribute to local hospitals and to local kids in need. Thanks to employee contributions and community donations, toys of all kinds are given to community kids and hospitalized children in need. Toys also are given to local hospitals to be handed out all

Photo courtesy of Daisy Mountain Fire DepartmentThe spirit of Christmas in action: Daisy Mountain Fire’s own Santa brought toys and Christmas cheer to Valley hospitals.

DMFD DONATES TOYS continued on page 3

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Each year, the non-profit Daisy Mountain Firefighters Association adopts local families in need. The charity collects gift cards for meals and shopping, toys, and other donations for these families. All the surplus toys go to Maricopa Integrated Health, Arizona Children’s Center, and HonorHealth hospitals, including Mendy’s Place.

Christmas toys get a special delivery to kids in need. Volunteers bring a fire truck to the hospitals, as well as a 26-foot truck full of toys. For five years, Daisy Mountain Fire Department Battalion Chief Dave Jensen has brought the spirit of Santa to hospitalized kids. Dressed as Santa, Jensen brings each child a toy and shares holiday cheer to kids who wouldn’t otherwise get to see Santa.

“We go through the hospital, and we look for every child who we can,” Jensen said, noting that the children can be patients, siblings of children who are patients – any child who is at the hospital and needs some Christmas cheer.

Jensen described the Daisy Mountain Firefighters Association as a “year-round charity.” Through employee donations and fundraisers like the Ignite the Night banquet, the non-profit provides support to local families. The fire district doesn’t fund the Association;

the charity operates on employee contributions of time and money. All employee contributions are voluntary – approximately 100 percent of DMFD employees contribute to the Association’s good work.

“We give out what we call grants,” Jensen said, noting that the Firefighters Association gives these grants to community members who have lost a family member, had a family tragedy of some kind, or suffered illness.

Daisy Mountain Fire employees are a valuable part of the community, on and off the clock. But the firefighters don’t seek out acclaim for their good works, and they give credit to volunteers throughout the community.

DMFD Station #141 firefighter Jon Binsbacher noted “what a great community” DMFD serves.

“None of this would be possible if it weren’t for so many selfless people in this community,” Binsbacher said.

“The community is wonderful about volunteering,” Jensen emphasized. The Home Depot in Tramonto donates the use of a delivery truck to transport toys, the Outlets at Anthem gives the Association an empty storefront to store and organize toys before the delivery, and the Walmart in Anthem has given the Association an open invitation to collect toys there each year. Volunteers from each hospital also pitch in with the toy drive and help store and distribute toys.

Jensen noted that the Sonoran Health and Emergency Center near Dove Valley and the I-17 gets a donation of toys, too. That way, if a sick child comes in to

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“They’re able to use our toys throughout the year to benefit children who have to come in for painful treatments,” Jensen said, referring to the hospitals to which the Association donates. “They use our toys all throughout the year to benefit the children.”

“I really believe that there’s a trust,” Jensen said of the community’s support. “We don’t take any of the money and pay anyone.” Everything donated goes right back to families in

need in the community. Christmas is all about sharing

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DMFD DONATES TOYScontinued from page 1

Photos courtesy of Daisy Mountain Fire Department

Pictured above: Volunteers delivered toys to Maricopa County Integrated Health. Pictured right: DMFD’s Santa delivers a toy to a child in the hospital.


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PHOENIX – The Phoenix Symphony is committed to spreading the joy of music throughout the communities it serves. In addition to performing concerts in homeless shelters and hospitals and teaching music classes in underserved schools, the Symphony is launching a new program called the ‘Tickets for Our Troops’ Initiative. This initiative will provide free tickets to performances throughout each concert season.

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Anthem receives Top 5 Holiday Lights recognition

ANTHEM – Anthem has been named as one of real estate company Redfin’s Top

5 Phoenix Neighborhoods to See Holiday Lights. This is the second year that Anthem has been recognized.

Redfin noted in their recognition that the “Anthem Community Council encourages community members to decorate their homes, and even have a form where residents can submit their homes for a Holiday Lights map.”

To see the Anthem holiday lights map, visit www.onlineatanthem.com/news/holiday-lights-2015.

City of Phoenix honors volunteers

PHOENIX – More than 350 volunteers were honored at a luncheon this December for the time and services they provided in the past year at the city of Phoenix’s 15 Human Services Department senior centers.

This year, senior volunteers logged 130,590 hours, equaling $3,012,711 worth of services. Through the city’s senior programs, volunteers provide support services for older adults such as greeting participants, serving meals, assisting office staff, facilitating activities, and planning trips.

The city’s senior centers provide people 60 years and older and adults with disabilities with services, including nutrition programs, congregate meals, home-delivered meals, educational opportunities, recreation and social activities,

information, referral and advocacy, and transportation. A calendar of events is available at each center.

The luncheon was hosted by the city’s Human Services Department and organized with non-city funds. For more information about the city’s senior programs, call (602) 262-7379 or visit www.phoenix.gov/humanservices/programs/older.

Groundbreaking for new Anthem park

ANTHEM – A groundbreaking ceremony for the Opportunity Way Park will be held on Thursday, Jan. 7, 10 a.m.

The park site will be located on the west side of Anthem. It is slated to include two multi-use sports fields (without lights), a half basketball court, a playground area, leisure games, ramada, restroom building, parking lot, sidewalks/pathways, and landscaping on the ten-acre property, north of Opportunity Way and west of 46th Ln.

See updates on park construction at http://onlineatanthem.com/opportunity-way-park.

Bakery Café at the Boulders reopensafter makeover

CAREFREE – The Boulders has announced the reopening of the Bakery Café, located at the resort’s el Pedregal marketplace. After an extensive summer makeover, the Bakery Café is now open and offering a variety of items.

Brian Archibald, the Boulder’s Executive Chef, has unveiled a new menu inspired by Classic Patisseries where guests can enjoy fresh salads, seasonal soups, and a wide selection of sandwiches using breads baked

daily by local ovens at Mediterra Bake House. Pastry Chef Keith Taylor, a master chocolatier, offers patrons freshly baked cookies, cakes, crème puffs, and modern edge desserts that include truffles and other daily specials. Rounding out the options are freshly-ground coffee selections, blended and frozen espresso drinks, and organic fruit smoothies.

The Bakery Café’s new interior is spacious, inviting, and described as a melding of a European Espresso Bar with contemporary stylized features. Distinctive lighting, stainless steel countertops with dark wood trim, open lighted cabinets showcasing freshly baked items, and clean lines throughout add to the cool, relaxing vibe. Patio outdoor seating serves as a place to gather on a sunny Arizona morning or afternoon.

The Bakery Café is open from 7 a.m.-2 p.m., seven days a week for resort guests and local residents.

Kid chefs sought to compete in healthy cooking contest

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CCUSD bus driver encourages students to value education

CAVE CREEK – Inspiring kids to further their education can start with one dime.

Cave Creek Unified School District bus driver Norm Rogers gave a special gift to each student on CCUSD Bus Route # 81. Rogers presented each student on his route with a small box with a 1940s-era dime and a note attached. The note encouraged students to put a high value on their education and their future.

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The holiday season truly can be the most wonderful time of the year. Everyone celebrates traditions with family and friends, and shows those they love how much they care.

The holiday season is also, unfortunately, the time of year thousands of people visit emergency rooms due to holiday-related injuries.

“Holiday decorations are the root of most injuries this time of year with nearly 13,000 emergency room visits associated with stringing lights and trimming the tree,” said Colin Williams, Public Information Officer for Rural/Metro. “Holiday lights, decorations, Christmas trees, holiday parties and gifts are the culprits of these injuries, but they don’t have to be.”

• Make sure all your light strands work and that there are no broken bulbs.

• Avoid any edible decorations with children or pets in the house.

• Do not overload sockets.

• If you enjoy real candles, make sure you place them somewhere far away from little hands or pets!

• Keep holiday house plants away from children! Mistletoe berries and leaves can be poisonous if eaten! Poinsettias are not poisonous, despite their reputation, but best to keep all of plants away from children and pets.

One of the most popular decorations, and the largest, is also the one that can cause the most damage. Christmas trees cause about 250 home fires each year, leading to multiple deaths, injuries and millions in damage.

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The holiday season is usually known as much for fun and happiness as it is for stress. That isn’t just for adults, children can experience stress from the holiday season as well.

• Try to keep nap and bedtime routines with your kids as normal as possible.

• Food is a centerpiece of many festivities; feed kids wholesome meals whenever possible.

• When shopping, keep children under four in a stroller. Plan a meeting spot with older children in case they get separated, or to find a store clerk immediately.

“Holiday parties can be a great experience for children and can help them create lasting memories,” said Williams. “But, holiday parties can also add to some stress for parents of small children. It’s a good idea to add just a few extra safety precautions if children will be attending your party, or if you are taking your child to a party.”

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• Pets should be restrained or removed for the party.

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• Be sensitive to food allergies. Asking or knowing ingredients will help avoid any issues.

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Santa shouted, “Tonight believe in all things

that are good.”Made possible by javelinas who

knew that they could….Fly to the heavens and soar through the night.Merry Christmas to all on this special night!

Well, Dear Readers, it is that time of year again. And to add to the celebration of Christmas we are going to have a full moon on Christmas Day. The first one since 1977! What were you doing thirty-eight years ago? I had graduated from nursing school, was moving to California, had big hair, loved Fleetwood Mac, and stood in line for hours to see this amazing new movie, called Star Wars.

Life was different “way back” in 1977. The average price of a house was $49,000 and average rents were $240. Jimmy Carter was elected President and Elvis died. A gallon of gas cost 65 cents and a luxury BMW cost about $7000. There was no Facebook! No cell phones! No Twitter! We sent letters. A company with a strange name, called Apple, introduced a new computer.

So here we are, thirty eight years older and wiser. Pigs may not fly, but we know that time does. Enjoy the beauty of a full moon this Christmas, as it won’t happen again on Christmas Day for another twenty years! Spike the eggnog, stand under some mistletoe, hug the kids, eat the cookies, sing a carol, light a candle, and look up into the night sky. If we are lucky, we might see the silhouette of Santa and eight javelinas in the brilliance of the full moon. Or we might have spiked the eggnog too much. Either way, have a very Merry Christmas!

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The employees were put out

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Detectives, technology helping ADOT protect customers’ informationNORTH VALLEY – When

the Phoenix Police Department suspected that a man in custody for drug and weapons violations had assumed someone else’s identity, it sought assistance from the Arizona Department of Transportation’s Office of the Inspector General.

ADOT detectives determined that man’s correct identity, confirmed he’d stolen the identities of two others, and found that he was a sex offender who failed to register as required by state law for the past two years. He now faces additional charges of forgery and identity theft as well as having weapons charges upgraded to prohibited-possessor status.

Another recent case involving the Office of the Inspector General started when an application for credentials from ADOT’s Motor Vehicle Division raised suspicions. Detectives determined the applicant had fraudulently applied through the use of a stolen identity and also was being investigated by the U.S. State Department for fraudulently obtaining a U.S. passport.

The key in both cases: ADOT investigators, supported by technology such as facial-recognition software, detected identity theft as part of their mission of protected Arizonans’ privacy and information.

“The outstanding investigative skills of the Office of the Inspector General are recognized nationally and internationally,” ADOT Director John Halikowski said. “The implementation of various technologies like facial recognition and the investigative

processes that uncover fraud have furthered the capability of the agency to protect the privacy and personal information of Arizona credential holders.”

These efforts complement those of ADOT Motor Vehicle Division customer service representatives, who are trained to detect forgery and fraud and perform the first checks for discrepancies in application packets. The recent adoption of facial-recognition technology enhances the screening process by allowing checks against customer records in the state’s driver license database, preventing fraudulent attempts to obtain a driver license or identification card.

As Arizona’s main agency issuing a driver license or identification cards, ADOT often is called on to aid local, state and federal law enforcement agencies dealing with cases that may involve forged identification documents and identity theft.

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PHOENIX – ProMusica Arizona will be holding auditions for both the Chorale and Orchestra at Crosswinds Presbyterian Church on Tuesday, Jan. 5, 7-9 p.m. and Friday, Jan. 8, 7-9 p.m.

Adult Chorale: All voices are welcome to audition. Vocalists should be able to read music and have experience in choral singing. A one-minute prepared song is required. Auditions for vocalists consist of an assessment of range, vocal quality, intonation, and reading ability. Accompanist will be provided.

Adult Orchestra: Auditions for all instruments are welcome. Instrumentalists need to have

an intermediate/advanced skill level. A one-minute prepared piece is required. Accompanist will be provided.

For an audition appointment, contact PMAZ Artistic Assistant Jan Sandoz at [email protected].

ProMusica Arizona will be presenting two more concerts in the 2015-16 season. On March 5 and 6, PMAZ will present two of the most iconic of American music forms, the Broadway musical and jazz. Selections from delta blues and swing to classic and modern Broadway favorites will be included. Performances will be in Carefree and Sun City.

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Transportation 2050 to start in JanuaryPHOENIX – Phoenix’s

transportation system will see a new investment on Jan. 1, 2016, when the voter-approved citywide Transportation 2050 (T2050) plan takes effect.

The T2050 plan entails the expansion of transit services and street improvements. The comprehensive plan includes 42 miles of new light rail, expanded bus and Dial-A-Ride service, and repaving of nearly 680 miles of major arterial treets. Passed by voters in August of 2015, the plan was developed through more than 100 meetings and feedback from over 3,700 residents.

The funding for the T2050 plan will come from a change in the city’s sales tax. Effective Jan. 1 the current 4/10ths tax known as Transit 2000 that built

the majority of Phoenix’s transit system, including expanded bus service, Dial-a-Ride, and the initial 13 miles of light rail within city boundaries will increase to 7/10ths of a cent, or 70 cents on a $100 purchase, to become an all-encompassing transportation tax. Over the course of the plan, the new sales tax is projected to generate about $16.7 billion.

The Citizens Transportation Commission, created to provide oversight and feedback on transportation projects in the plan, first met in early December and will meet again on Jan. 7 and 28 to discuss how to put the plan to work.

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Local Rural/Metro FD crews fundraise for families in need

CAVE CREEK – The Rural/Metro Fire Department Carefree and Cave Creek crews have been working hard to make sure that local families in need have a happy holiday.

“Our crews in Carefree/Cave Creek continue to grow their annual programs and raise money, toys, and food for those in need,” noted Rural/Metro public information officer Colin Williams. “Crews in Carefree/Cave Creek collected over 604 pounds of food and $1,057 in cash for the Foothills Food Bank

in advance of Thanksgiving. Since Thanksgiving, firefighters have been working in partnership with the local Walmart to collect cash and toys. Thus far, over $9,000 in cash and huge amount of toys have been collected.”

Many of the collected items have been donated to the children of the Buffalo Chip employees; these families suffered a reduction of income after the Buffalo Chip burned down. All those children, which the Fire Chief said represented “hundreds of children,” have

been supplied with collected items.

The remaining collected toys will be distributed to a variety of community and faith based organizations in the Carefree and Cave Creek area. The Foothills Food Bank is the distribution point for these toys.

“Rural/Metro Fire Department is proud to serve Carefree and Cave Creek, and we greatly appreciate the communities’ generosity,” Williams said.

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Arizona Musicfest celebrates 25th anniversary

PHOENIX – Star of TV, Broadway, and film, and the daughter of Hollywood legends Lucille Ball and Desi Arnaz, Lucie Arnaz joins Arizona Musicfest for a celebration of its 25th anniversary. Arnaz and her trio will perform a high-energy tribute to her parents and her Latin music roots.

The Arizona Musicfest 25th Anniversary Celebration will be held Jan.18, 5:30 p.m., at the Musical Instrument Museum. Tickets are $225 for the concert and catered reception. (A portion of the ticket price is tax-deductible.) Tickets can be ordered by calling (480) 488-0806.

In honor of AZMF’s long-standing commitment to young musicians, the Perfect 4th String Quartet will be featured as part of the evening. Comprised of 13-year-old Hannah Goldstick, 15-year-old Elena Boyd, 15-year-old Ethan Buell, and 15-year-old Robert Bui, this young ensemble won 1st place at the 2015 Arizona Musicfest’s

Instrumental Competition (Division 4), and has also been featured in Arizona Musicfest’s Young Musicians Concert Series at the MIM.

For the performance, the Perfect 4th String Quartet will be joined by Steve Hanusofski, clarinetist for the Arizona Musicfest Orchestra as well as Assistant Principal and Bass Clarinet for The Phoenix Symphony. Together they will perform the first movement from Mozart’s Quintet in A Major, which was performed 25 years ago on the inaugural concert of Arizona Musicfest on Jan. 15, 1992.

The Arizona Musicfest 25th Anniversary Celebration will also include a live paddle auction to raise funds for the organization’s music education and youth performance programs.

For more information about Arizona Musicfest and its 25th Anniversary Festival, which opens Jan. 29, visit www.azmusicfest.org.

Game and Fish asking residents to avoid bald eagle nest areas

NORTH VALLEY – Each year as part of its highly successful program to manage and conserve bald eagles in the state, the Arizona Game and Fish Department asks outdoor recreationists, aircraft pilots, drone operators, and motorized paragliders to help this magnificent bird in Arizona. These groups are asked to honor the closure of 23 areas across the state that are important bald eagle breeding sites.

Various land and wildlife management agencies close the breeding areas during the birds’ breeding season to protect the state’s 59 breeding pairs of bald eagles. Some of the closure areas are located near popular recreation sites.

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aircraft pilots, drone operators and motorized paragliders. Pilots should maintain the FAA-recommended 2,000-foot above ground level advisory when flying over bald eagle habitat, and drones and paragliders are asked to avoid the areas completely,” said Kenneth Jacobson, head of the Arizona Game and Fish Department Bald Eagle Management Program.

Bald eagles are sensitive to even short durations of low-flying aircraft activity near their nests and just a few minutes of disturbance can lead to a nesting failure.

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BLACK CANYON CITY – Calvary Black Canyon City Church has helped community kids have a brighter Christmas this year. The church sponsored an event for children in their community who come from homes with financial and other needs. For these kids, Christmas can be a difficult time of year.

Church administrator Margaret Opsal noted that these children, ages 2-12, signed up to receive Christmas boxes, requesting specific things that they might want.

“So many of these requests included basics, like shoes and blankets,” Opsal said in an email describing the Dec. 12 event. “Each child was ‘adopted,’ and the adoptee was responsible for filling a 12x12x4 box. Our congregation is not a wealthy one; in fact, the vast majority are on some kind of financial assistance. But, our people sacrificed to fill these boxes with what was requested and then

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This year, 35 kids signed up for Christmas boxes, and more than 40 adults participated. Adults who weren’t assigned a specific child to buy for made boxes of general gifts for kids who came to the event but had not signed up.

“Two of our elderly women, Margaret Hines and Helen Hicks, are both on fixed incomes, but they were so delighted to be able to shop for ‘their kids,’” Opsal described. “They told me that they hadn’t enjoyed Christmas as much as buying gifts for those boxes. The girls who received their boxes were so grateful, and it was a beautiful scene to see both the givers and the recipients so blessed.”

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Henry David Thoreau wrote over 100 years ago, “There is a subtle magnetism in Nature, which, if we unconsciously yield, it will direct us aright.” Just as Thoreau wrote of the wonders of Nature as an environmental observer, so has local artist Roxanne Vise found her inspiration in Nature as well. Born in Michigan and growing up in California’s Napa Valley, Roxanne developed a free spirited, intuitive approach to the wild spaces of the valley and deep reverence for the life giving Pacific stretching to meet the western horizon. This energy of life’s spirit is a continuous thread weaving through Roxanne’s work today.

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Her artistic vision and writing are the foundation of her own success, as well. She has the unique ability to develop new ideas and big picture concepts into successful projects based in creativity, integrity, and nurturing humanity.

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Episode VII takes place thirty years after the destruction of the Death Star and the demise of the Galactic Empire. Peace has thrived throughout the galaxy but a new dark threat is rising to disrupt order. Supreme Leader Snoke (Andy Serkis) commands the First Order with the help of Kylo Ren (Adam Driver), a masked villain who wields a lightsaber. The Resistance is fighting this new evil foe with the help of a rebel pilot named Poe Dameron (Oscar Isaac), a young scavenger named Rey (Daisy Ridley) living

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THE ADDRESS OF THE KNOWN PLACE OF BUSINESS IS:

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email: [email protected]

Any changes or corrections required must be received by Friday 10 A.M. prior to the publication date. The ad will run as is if we don’t receive a response by the Friday 10 A.M. deadline.

This ad is Copyright The Foothills Focus for use in The Foothills Focus newspaper and Websites only. No other use is permitted without written permission of the Publisher.

UPHOLSTERYWe Are A Better Choice!

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older, better

built furniture

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All types of Cabinets

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PUBLIC NOTICEARTICLES OF ORGANIZATION HAVE

BEEN FILED IN THE OFFICE OF THE ARIZONA CORPORATION

COMMISSION FOR ABOVE GROUND

UAVS, LLCL-2022284-3


44319 N 16TH STREETNEW RIVER, AZ 85087


TERRI LYNN HANSHEW6330 N 14TH PLACEPHOENIX, AZ 85014

MANAGEMENT OF THE LIMITED LIABILITY COMPANY IS RESERVED

TO THE MEMBERS. THE NAMES AND ADDRESSES OF EACH PERSON WHO IS

A MEMBER ARE:JOHN R LINGENFELLER

44319 N 16TH STREETNEW RIVER, AZ 85087

JAMES MICHAEL HANSHEW

6330 N 14TH PLACEPHOENIX, AZ 85014

TERRI LYNN HANSHEW6330 N 14TH PLACEPHOENIX, AZ 85014

IRENE A LINGENFELLER44319 N 16TH STREETNEW RIVER, AZ 85087


PUBLIC NOTICEARTICLES OF ORGANIZATION HAVE BEEN FILED IN THE OFFICE OF THE

ARIZONA CORPORATION COMMISSION FOR

KINETIC RISK SOLUTIONS, LLC

L20455397THE ADDRESS OF THE KNOWN PLACE

OF BUSINESS IS:3710 W. THALIA CT.ANTHEM, AZ 85086

THE NAME AND STREET ADDRESS OF THE

STATUTORY AGENT IS:JOEL SCLAFANI

3710 W. THALIA CT.ANTHEM, AZ 85086



A MEMBER ARE:JOEL SCLAFANI

3710 W. THALIA CTANTHEM, AZ 85086


PUBLIC NOTICEARTICLES OF ORGANIZATION HAVE BEEN FILED IN THE OFFICE OF THE

ARIZONA CORPORATION COMMISSION FOR

VEGA GROUP INVESTMENT, LLC

L-2012467-3THE ADDRESS OF THE KNOWN PLACE

OF BUSINESS IS:24904 N 80TH LANEPEORIA, AZ 85383

THE NAME AND STREET ADDRESS OF THE STATUTORY AGENT IS:JOSE LUIS VEGA

24904 N 80TH LANEPEORIA, AZ 85383



A MEMBER ARE:JOSE LUIS VEGA

24904 N 80TH LANEPEORIA, AZ 85383

ELVIA VEGA24904 N 80TH LANEPEORIA, AZ 85383


NOTICESStarting a Basic Dog Obedience Training class. 1 hour class for 6 weeks. $15 per week. Must sign up. Claws N Paws, 46639 N Black Canyon Hwy. New River, 623-465-8765

Looking for men and ladies, beginners or experienced who would like to play mah jongg and/or cards at the Anthem Civic Bldg. Call Nancy after 6pm. 623-465-9317 for info.

Al-anon Meetings in Anthem. Mondays 12pm St Rose Parish. 2825 W Rose Canyon Circle. S/W corner of Daisy Mtn & Meridian.

Got a drug problem? We can help. NA Anthem 4111 W. Innovative Dr #8 Anthem AZ Wednesdays 7pm

OA 12 Step Meeting. Over Eaters Anon. Every Tues. 10:30 to 11:30 a.m. Anthem at Cross of Christ Church Main Office 623 551-9851 x 0

SOCIAL SECURITY Disability Benefits. Unable to work? Denied benefits? We can help! WIN or Pay nothing! Contact Bill Gordon & Associates at 1-800-960-3595 to start your application today! (AzCAN)

SELL YOUR STRUCTURED SETTLEMENT or annuity payments for CASH NOW. You don’t have to wait for your future payments any longer! Call 1-800-394-1597 (AzCAN)

ADULT CARECOMPASSIONATE CAREGIVER I HAVE 13 YEARS EXPERIENCE WORKING WITH THE ELDERLY AND DISABLED I HAVE EXCELLENT REFERENCES. PLEASE CALL SHEILA AT 602-366-0069

ATV/CYCLE/ETC1960 to 1976 Enduro or dirt bike wanted by private party. Must be

complete 50cc to 500cc. Will look at all, running or not. 480-518-4023

AUTOS WANTED: Pick-Up. Toyota Tacoma or Tundra. 100k miles more or less. Paying cash. Must be clean. Call 480-313-8460 New River

1964 to 1972 classic sports car, muscle car wanted by private party running or not. 480-518-4023

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FIREWOODJuniper, Cedar, full & half cord. Delivery included. Full Cord 4ftx4ftx8ft equals 128cuft. 623-581-5528

HELP WANTED

Care home is seeking people for on the job training caregiver position. Will pay starting at $8.75hr) during training period. Learn to perform hands on care to meet needs of

medically challenged residents. Requires TB, finger print clearance card, references, CPR/first aid. Call 623-465-7203. Locals Preferred

Independent Advertising Sales Executives! We are looking for experienced, hard-working Print Advertising sales executives to join our Professional Sales team in the North valley. A successful candidate will be an experienced outside sales professional , preferably in print media, an excellent communicator, verbally and in writing, passionate about details, honest and have the willingness to prospect and make cold calls. Please email resume to: [email protected]

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INSTRUCTIONReal Estate is back!! You can get your Real Estate pre-license classes from Renewal Education at the new Century 21 Arizona West office at 27th Dr and Carefree Hwy. Call Rick at 623 385-6244 for details

AIRLINE CAREERS begin here – Get FAA approved Aviation Technician training. Financial Aid for qualified students. Job placement assistance. CALL Aviation Institute of Maintenance 866-314-5370. (AzCAN)

LIVESTOCK & SUPPLIESHORSE BEDDING. 20 yards clean pine grindings, delivered $350. Madison Gold quarter minus $19 ton delivered. 24 tons $456. 623-935-0972. We’ll load pickups and trailers. Jordan Land, Cattle Co. since 1957. 2 blocks south Dunns Arena

Free delivery of shavings, cow & horse mixture-great for arenas or fertilizer 480-595-0211

TRIPLE R HORSE RESCUE is a 501(c)3 non profit organization. We rehabilitate and adopt out local horses that have been abused, neglected or rescued from slaughter. We are in need of donations and sponsors to help with feed and vet care. Volunteer opportunities are also available. For further info, please call 602-396-8726

MISCSIG 1911 in .22 Cal. New in box. Never fired. Only $495 obo. Must sell!! Don 623-465-9317

Lift chair, over sized, light brown. $550. 602-867-7205

Boy’s .22 rifle, Mossberg 702 Plinkster. 10-round magazine, color camo. Includes case, safety glasses, ammo, cable lock, cleaning kit, targets. Rifle retails for $140, will sell all for $120. 928-221-1932

Ruger Model 96 Lever-Action .22 mag. nicely scoped w/ 50 rounds. Like new. $390 obo. Don 23-465-9317

Antique British Enfield pistol No.2 Mark 1 1939. Made for pilots and tank crews. Fine condition. $525obo. Don 623-465-9317

PETS & SUPPLIESItalian Greyhound puppies, AKC, FULL reg., males $700 females $800 - ready to go by Christmas! Anthem 623-999-6565

Rattlesnake proof your dog now. Snake proofing for all breeds of dogs. New River location. 480-215-1776 www.vipervoidance.com

REMEMBER TO ADOPT! Maricopa County Animal Care and

Control 602- 506-PETS. www.pets.maricopa.gov

Sheltie & Collie rescue have beautiful dogs for adoption. 480-488-5711 [email protected]

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ADVERTISE YOUR HOME, property or business for sale in 76 AZ newspapers. Reach more than 2 million readers for ONLY $330! Call this newspaper or visit: www.classifiedarizona.com. (AzCAN)

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INCORPORATION HAVE BEEN FILED IN THE OFFICE OF THE ARIZONA

CORPORATION COMMISSION FORBUSINESS NAME

PRIESTESS SOPHIA, INCLICENSE #21076389-U


33314 N 14TH STREETPHOENIX, AZ 85085

STATUTORY AGENT IS:VIVIAN D FLORIT

PO BOX 7274CAVE CREEK, AZ 85327



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• Certified Nurse Assistants

• Helping clients eat, bathe, dress & perform essential bathroom activities

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• Cook healthy, non-elaborate meals

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Hair By Taylorat Carefree Salons and Spa.

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Pets of the Week: Romeo and FrenchieMeet Romeo!

Romeo is an 8 month old Catahoula Leopard Dog/Pit Bull Terrier Mix. He is one sweet lug! This boy gets along beautifully with older kids, cats, other dogs, and strangers. He’s a very young, energetic, big boy so he’ll require someone who has experience training large dogs. He listens and very much wants to please, but he does pull on leash and needs to be taught his basic commands. His favorite toys are other dogs to play with. Romeo lives up to his name, as he’s very much an exuberant love bug. Romeo is crate trained and partially house trained.

Romeo is neutered, vaccinated, and microchipped. If you would like to give this boy a forever home, please complete an Anthem Pets Matchmaker Application: http://anthempets.org/adoptionprocess. A $150 Adoption Fee applies.

Meet Frenchie!Frenchie is the 1-year-old

mama of the Grease litter! She and her kittens were saved from starving and brought to us in the nick of time. Her babies are weaned, and it’s Frenchie’s time to find a forever home. This gorgeous, tiny, dilute grey Tabby kitty is

incredibly social and cuddly. She loves to be held and be close to you. Frenchie is spayed,

vaccinated, microchipped, and

litter box trained.

If you’d like to give Frenchie

a forever home, please complete

an Anthem Pets Matchmaker

Application: http://anthempets.

org/adoptionprocess. A $40

Adoption Fee applies.

Anthem Pets (www.anthempets.org) is a nonprofit animal rescue organization serving lost, found, and abandoned animals in the North Valley since 2005. Operating on donations only, it aims to find forever homes for abandoned animals and return wayward pets to owners. If you’re not in a position to adopt but would still like to help Anthem Pets, please consider making a donation so we can continue to rescue animals like this from a life of cruelty and neglect. Or better yet, become a foster!

See more adoptable

pets at www.anthempets.org.


The staff and management of

would like to wish all ofour readers and advertisersa joyous Holiday Season!

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