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SPORTS:Cactus Shadows senior

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OTHER :• Editorial Page 17

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ELECTIONS: Cave Creek residentsvote down proposed

property tax

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Inside:

Cave Creek school looks to reach out

to needyMARC BUCKHOUT

MANAGING EDITOR

Black Mountain Elementary principal Matt Howsley believes in the old adage, “actions speak louder than words.”

Howsley, who is just completing his first year at the Cave Creek school, has heard the mantra character counts exhorted

Marc Buckhout/The Foothills FocusApproximately 2,000 people are expected for an 8 a.m., Monday Me-morial Day Ceremony at the National Memorial Cemetery of Arizona.

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Musical Theatre of Anthem will perform Little Orphan Annie May 31 - June 3 with six performances at Boulder Creek Performing Arts Center. To view photos of rehearsals go to facebook.com/thefoothills.focus.

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CEREMONIES continued on page 7

ANNIE continued on page 6

MARC BUCKHOUTMANAGING EDITOR

The Anthem Veterans Memorial will be the site of one of two Memorial Day ceremonies on Monday.

The Anthem Veterans Memorial’s recent designation as a state historic site will be recognized during a 10 a.m. ceremony in Anthem Community Park.

The morning will include the Pledge of Allegiance, the singing of the National Anthem and presentations of official state documents expressing support for all veterans, volunteers and contributors who created and built the Anthem Veterans Memorial.

The memorial, which was officially dedicated on Nov. 11, features five marble pillars, one representing each branch of the U.S. Military.

On May 14 the Memorial was officially designated as a historic marker by the Arizona Historical Society. The designation was announced after review of a nomination submitted by the Anthem Community Council (ACC). In its review, the Society deemed the Memorial is of historic significance to the development of Arizona and the nation by our armed forces, and honors the

North Valley offers pair of Memorial Day ceremonies

MARC BUCKHOUTMANAGING EDITOR

Predicting that the sun will come out tomorrow isn’t typically worthy of a celebration or even a song for those of us that spend our summers in the Valley.

But you can bet your bottom dollar they’ll be singing about it in Anthem May 31- June 3 when Musical Theatre of Anthem performs Little Orphan Annie at Boulder Creek Performing Arts Center as their season-ending performance.

For Sherry Henderson, one of the directors in the performance, which includes a cast of 128, the chance to be a part of the show will bring back a lot of memories.

In 1981-82 Henderson and her twin sister, Roxanne, both played orphans in the Broadway production of Little Orphan Annie, the story of a Depression-era orphan determined to find her parents, who abandoned her years ago on the doorstep of a New York City orphanage.

“As a child it was my dream to perform in Little Orphan Annie, and as an adult I’ve always dreamed of coming back and directing it,” she said. “I view the show a lot differently as an adult than I did as a child. I found I didn’t remember a lot of details from the show from when I was a kid. Back then if I wasn’t

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The Gladiator Fire in Crown

King and the Sunflower Fire

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have combined to burn

more than 30,000 acres as of

press time Tuesday.

Smoke from both fires has

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week, with the smell of smoke

noticeable in New River on the

morning of May 15.

The Gladiator Fire, which

started on May 13 as a house

fire, has burned approximately

14,000 acres and destroyed

six homes as of press time.

The fire, which was 15 percent

contained as of press time,

remained a threat to another

8 homes in the area.

The town remains under

an evacuation order issued by

the Yavapai County Sheriff’s

Office. Despite that order,

some people have decided to

remain in their homes.

On Friday, those living in Pine Flats were ordered to evacuate the town as the blaze moved closer. The Turkey Creek area is also under evacuation orders.

More than 1,100 personnel have been assigned to the Gladiator Fire. For information about roadblocks and evacuations call the Yavapai County Sheriff’s Office at 928-713-2709.

The fire in Sunflower, which started May 12, has burned more than 16,000 acres as of press time Tuesday and was 33 percent contained.

Fire fighters battling the fire, which is located just north of the Verde River, were challenged by wind gusts of better than 30 miles per hour on Friday.

While the wind has proved a hindrance, fire containment efforts have been aided by the fact that the blaze is entering areas hit by previous fires. The fire perimeter has burned

into boundaries of the Willow Fire to the north and the Basin Fire to the west. The areas still growing back from previous fires has limited the fuel for the current fire.

No structures are in danger in the area, which features rugged terrain consisting mostly of grass, chaparral and pinion pine. The cause of the fire is still under investigation. Nearly 600 fire fighters are working the fire.

Beyond the local fires, firefighters around the state are also battling the Bull Flat fire in Cibecue, which has burned 2,145 acres and the Elwood fire in San Carlos, which has burned 1,600 acres.

For more information on the fires visit inciweb.org or wildlandfire.az.gov.

Photos courtesy of Nic LeisterScottsdale resident Nic Leister took photos of both the Gladiator Fire, in Crown King (Top) on May 13 and of the Sunflower Fire (Above) on May 15. As of press time, Tuesday morning, both wild fires were still burning.

Wildfires continue burning in Crown King, Sunflower


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To celebrate senior’s graduation, the Boulder Creek High School Parent Teacher Association held its annual farewell celebration. More than 400 seniors gathered at the BCHS practice football field for hot dogs, drinks provided by Anthem Rotary Club, music provided by Arizona Hills Church and raffle gift cards funded by PTA.

The grand prize raffle was a $100 gift card. “This is an annual event the PTA sponsors because we want our seniors to know how proud of them we are and we wish them the best as they begin their next chapter,” PTA vice president Ann Ordway said.

Funds for the annual senior farewell event were raised at the annual BCHS PTA Talent Show.

Seniors signed yearbooks during the festivities.

The event was highlighted by 13 seniors receiving $100 scholarships. The awards went to seniors nominated by senior teachers that dedicated themselves to working diligently, had good character, but didn’t necessarily have the highest grade point average. Honored students included: Alysia Policaro, Jack Bohlman, Jeremy Clifford, Alexa David, Tyler Ellison, Emily Huffman, Tylor Bahle, Hailee Ball, Cole Bennett, Austin Rich, Christopher Cicogna, Chris Devine, Kaylie Hallsey.

“The PTA wants to encourage and recognize seniors who dedicated themselves all four years of high school to doing their best, PTA board member Myong Covert said. “This scholarship is to enourage those awardees to keep working hard to make their dreams a reality.”

Scholarship funds were raised by the PTA during registration.

STAFF REPORT

Sonoran Trails Middle School in Cave Creek School District recently had 12 of its students earn national recognition for their performances on the 2012 National Spanish Examinations.

Sonoran Trails Middle School students earned one gold, two silvers and two bronze medals along with seven honorable mention performances in going up against 143,641 students who took the test nation-wide.

This is the first year for students in the Spanish

Immersion program at Sonoran Trails Middle School to take the proficiency-based exam. These students from English-speaking families began studying half of their academic subjects in Spanish in first grade and are well on their way to being fully bilingual.

The National Spanish Examinations are administered each year in grades 6 through 12, and are sponsored by the American Association of Teachers of Spanish and Portuguese. For information on Sonoran Trails Middle School go to ccusd93.org/education/school/school.php?sectionid=17

STAFF REPORTNorth Valley Christian

Academy of Anthem was recently awarded a 2-year education grant of $100,000 from an anonymous national Foundation.

The grant will provide funding for the academy’s “Advancing the Vision” project. For information on NVCA go to northvalleyca.org.

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on stage I was playing with my friends, so there’s a lot of great scenes that I’m enjoying with fresh eyes.”

Henderson, a friend of MTA founder Jackie Hammond said she’s long been a fan of the group’s productions and said working with the cast, ranging from 5 to into their 50s, has been very rewarding.

“I love these kids,” Henderson said. “It’s tricky to have it so all of them have their moments, but especially with the core group they are all very talented.”

The talent was such that the show six performances are going to be split between two different actresses playing Annie.

The duo are Madeline Wessel, a 12-year-old and Lily Castle, 11, a pair of MTA veterans.

Wessel, who has done more than 10 MTA shows, said that while performing as a lost boy in Peter Pan was previously her favorite role, playing Annie trumps anything else she has had the opportunity to play.

“I love all the songs,” she said. “It’s so much fun to be as optimistic as she is. My favorite song is probably ‘It’s the hard-knocks life’.

Wessel said the audiences are in for a treat.

“I think we have a lot of talent

and I think that even though the

show is about orphans there’s

a lot of funny experiences they

have,” she said.

Castle said playing Mrs.

Gloop in Willy Wonka was her

favorite role to date, but she too

think performing in the role of

Annie is the high point of her

acting career to date.

“This show is one of my

mom’s all-time favorites,” she

said. “She really wanted me

to try out for it and I love the

show too. When I got the role

as Annie I was really excited.

It’s probably the greatest role

I’ll ever play.”

Castle said she sees two-sides of Annie.

“I think she’s very tough, but she’s also sensitive,” she said.

Castle said her best trait in the role is her singing ability, one that will be complimented by the performance of ProMusica, which will add a 15 member orchestra to the production.

Outside of Peter Pan, Hammond said the show will be MTA’s biggest to date.

Henderson said having the chance to experience the show once again with her sister, who is planning on flying into town for the performances, will bring back a lot of memories.

“It’s just such a special show,” she said. “Back when it came out it was unheard of to have kids play such prominent roles in a show. I’m sure my sister and I will do some crying.”

The show’s run includes 7 p.m. shows on May 30 – June 1, 11 a.m. shows on June 2 and 3 p.m. performances on June 2 – 3. Boulder Creek Performing Arts Center is located at 40404 North Gavilan Peak Parkway in Anthem.

General admission is $18. Students, seniors and children 12 and under are $15.

For information go to musicaltheatreofanthem.org or call 602-743-9892.

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STAFF REPORT

Cave Creek voters, by a nearly 2-to-1 margin, said no to what would have been the first property tax in the community’s history on May 15.

The Prop 100 issue was as an attempt by the Rural/Metro Fire Department to spread out the cost for fire service among all Cave Creek property owners.

Approximately 45 percent of the property owners in Cave Creek are subscribers and pay Rural Metro for fire service protection. Non-subscribers are still protected, but are billed if they require service.

Of the 1,930 residents that voted, 1,235 or 64 percent voted against the property tax with 695 people voting in favor of the property tax, which would have raised $1.3 million dollars for fire service for the Town. The proposed levy would be no more than $103 annually per $100,000 assessed value of a property.

Proponents of the levy have seen cost for protection from Rural Metro rise as the number of subscribers have diminished in recent years.

Cave Creek residents vote down property tax

Class of 2012 set for graduation

STAFF REPORT

The class of 2012 at Cactus Shadows High School and Boulder Creek High School will celebrate graduation with commencement ceremonies on Thursday and Friday respectively.

The Falcons class of 2012 is set for a 7 p.m. ceremony at Phoenix First Assembly, located at 13613 N. Cave Creek Road in Phoenix.

Boulder Creek’s ceremonies will be at 2:15 p.m., at University of Phoenix Stadium in Glendale.


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“We brainstormed for ways to get our students involved,” he said. “I’ve heard the Character Counts thing at several schools over the years and in a lot of cases it just falls short of living up to that.”

If efforts this summer go as planned Black Mountain, located at 33606 North 60th St. in Scottsdale, will be home to a Community Closet.

“Through donations and grants we want to stock a store that students would run. Our idea is to set aside a classroom and fill it with racks of clothes, with toiletries and with school supplies. Whatever we can do to help the children in our community that are

from families that are struggling we want to do.”

Howsley said the district already has a program that gets students from low-income households off on the right foot for the school year, by giving out supply-filled backpacks.

In taking another step in aiding the community Howsley envisions a store in which working students can fill orders.

“We’ll use numbers on the orders being filled rather than having kids names on them,” Howsley said in explaining how to keep the system confidential. “When parents need to come in to pick out clothes we’ll do that in the evenings when very few people are here or maybe even on the weekends.”

Howsley said he isn’t sure how big of a scope the program will eventually grow to, but wants to be able to help students from across the district.

“Everybody realizes there is a need,” he said. “I’m not sure how big the demand is going to be. We’re going to start small, with a focus on preschool through sixth grade students, but I could see us opening it up to high school students at some point.”

While the details haven’t been worked out yet Howsley said he’s hopeful to work with other organizations in the area including the Foothills Food Bank and Foothills Community Foundation along with trying to get the local business community involved.

“We want to make it as big as it needs to be,” he said. “We’re going to have to work on getting donations.”

Howsley said the school will collect goods throughout the summer. Among the list of desired items are gently used or new clothes, toothbrushes, toothpaste, hair barrettes, deodorant and feminine hygiene products among others.

The principal said even if people can’t bring their donations by the school, arrangements can be made to pick up products.

Those with donations can call the school at 480-575-2101 or email [email protected].

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contributions made by veterans for the well being of our society.

“It is a great honor for the Anthem Veteran’s Memorial to be recognized by the Arizona Historical Society,” stated retired Rear Admiral Ron Tucker, project originator. “I think everyone in Anthem is proud of the Memorial, and I sincerely hope this helps promote recognition and remembrance of our wonderful veterans throughout Arizona.”

Donations continue to be accepted for veteran, family, and organization pavers. Those interested can support the Anthem Veterans Memorial by purchasing a Veteran Paver for $150, by purchasing a Friend, Business or Organization Paver for $200 or by making a general donation or becoming a friend of the memorial. For

information on the Anthem Veterans Memorial go to onlineatanthem.com/anthem-veterans-memorial-friends-of-memorial.

The region’s other Memorial Day ceremony takes place at 8 a.m. on Monday at the National Memorial Cemetery of Arizona.

The event is expected to draw approximately 2,000 people and will have 85 different organizations lay reefs. Approximately 30 different color guards also are scheduled to be in attendance.

Governor Jan Brewer is expected to be in attendance to present the proclamation for Memorial Day. Maricopa County Attorney Bill Montgomery also is expected to be in attendance.

The ceremony includes the reading of the names

and a ringing of the bell of any Arizona soldier that has been killed in Afghanistan or Iraq in the past year.

A military band will perform the fight songs for each branch of the military. There will be a flyover by World War II trainer planes, which will perform the missing man formation before the eventual release of pigeons at the conclusion of the ceremony.

In order to get a seat for the ceremony arriving by 7:30 a.m. is recommended. Umbrellas also are recommended.

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STAFF REPORT

Maddie Krentz, a senior at Cactus Shadows High School, was named the Phoenix Childrens Hospital Comeback Student Athlete of the Year on May 14.

Her win was announced during a banquet honoring outstanding young athletes who have returned to competition after receiving treatment for an injury, illness, or physical limitation.

Along with the award, PCH Sports Medicine presented Krentz with, a $2,500 scholarship, and a $1,000 cash prize for the sports program of Krentz’s choice. Krentz, a Cave Creek resident, endured six dislocated knees, ankle surgery, a bone spur that chipped off her knee, broken fingers, broken toes, and two broken wrists. Her biggest setback, however, was a knee surgery in 2011 which became infected. Krentz missed several months of gymnastics while completing physical therapy.

Scored in three categories - perseverance through recovery, strength of comeback, and story appeal - Krentz received the highest scores from the judges’ panel.

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Comeback Student Athletes. All of the Comeback Student Athlete of the Week winners were eligible for the Comeback Student Athlete of the Year.

Among the other weekly winners was Morgan Smith at Boulder Creek High School.

Cactus Shadows gymnast’s tenacity honored

Submitted photoMaddie Krentz, part of the graduating class of 2012 from Cactus Shadows High School, was named the Phoenix Childrens Hospital Comeback Student Athlete of the Year on May 14. The gymnast has overcome a number of injuries during her prep career to earn a college scholarship to Boise State. By winning the honor Krentz received a $2,500 scholarship and a $1,000 cash prize.

STAFF REPORTThe Anthem Community

Council (ACC) has scheduled a number of public discussions regarding its $2.3 million purchase of a community civic building located at 3701 W. Anthem Way. The purchase, approved by the ACC’s Board of Directors at their April 25 meeting, is conditional upon an up to 90 day due diligence period in which the ACC will provide community outreach and solicit resident feedback. It is anticipated that final approval of the contract will be considered by the ACC Board at their June 27 meeting.

In addition to meeting with various community groups, the following dates and times for public discussion have been scheduled:

6:30 – 7:30 p.m., May 30 at the Anthem Community Center

7 – 8 p.m., June 7 at the Anthem Community Center

9 – 10 a.m., June 9 at the Anthem Community Center

Additional meetings may be scheduled; check OnlineAtAnthem.com for the latest dates. During these meetings, residents will have opportunity to discuss the project and share their ideas and input in regards to usage of space. Preliminary renderings and floor plans will be available for viewing. To read about some of the proposed plans for usage of the building go to thefoothillsfocus.com/050212-Anthem_Building.asp.

What do you think about the proposed building purchase? Did Anthem staff get a good deal? What features would you be most excited about utilizing? Share your thoughts by sending an email at thefoothillsfocus.com for publication on the paper’s editorial page or post your thoughts directly at facebook.com.thefoothills.focus.

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Before sharing some thoughts about why the debt of the U.S. matters I want to provide a little perspective. The entire revenue of the U.S. government totaled $2.3 trillion in 2011, with $800 billion of those funds earmarked for Social Security outlays in the future. However, our government spent $3.7 trillion leaving a deficit of $1.4 trillion.

For those of you still trying to get your head around 1 trillion dollars, keep in mind that if you started laying down one dollar every single second it would take 33,000 years to reach $1 trillion.

The fact is the U.S. is killing itself plain and simple. Anyone who puts even a tiny bit of thought into the subject sees that there is no way for this debt to ever be repaid. Nonetheless, I am often asked by readers and friends, “Why does it matter that the U.S. has so much debt?”

It is easy to understand why one would ask such a question since on first glance our enormous U.S. debt does not seem to directly affect too many of us. However, make no mistake about it, we all will be very negatively impacted by the runaway debt sooner rather than later.

Ironically, it was the Chinese philosopher Lau Tzu who, 2,500 years ago stated, “If you do not change direction, you may end up where you are heading.” And, now because of the total lack of leadership in D.C. and the refusal of the American people to face reality, it is most likely too late to change direction.

I wish there was some easy way out, but the truth is there is no magical cure for what ails the country (or world for that matter). Just like you and I, the U.S. has to pay off its debts or face serious consequences. Just ask anyone who has had to file for bankruptcy. Sure the debts are gone (via CH 7), but so is the credit and the ability to fund nearly anything on credit.

Currently every 40 cents the U.S. government spends is borrowed from other lending countries. The other 60 cents comes from the taxpayer. This

is equivalent to a family making $60,000 a year but spending $100,000. The extra $40,000 is being borrowed and has to be paid back with interest. For a while the family might be able to pull this off, especially if interest rates are artificially kept low (now you know why the FED has rates so low). But at some point the family’s ability to make good on the debt will diminish (especially as rates rise). Then, over a relatively quick period, the borrower will not be able to support the debt. As lenders recognize that the borrower is losing the ability to pay back the loans, they will stop lending. It is then that the family will have to figure out how to live on the $60,000 annual salary while trying to pay back the massive amount of debt ($1.2 million) they had accumulated during the last 30 years.

Because the borrower cannot get any more loans, the game is up – the family is insolvent – i.e. bankrupt. At which time most, if not all, of the borrower’s creditors will be out of luck. Of course, life changes rather abruptly for the family as well since they must now go without many of the things they have become accustomed to i.e. eating out, new clothes, new cars, etc.

Right now Ben Bernanke is keeping rates low, but at some point those lending to the U.S. are going to raise the cost of lending as we (the U.S.) become more and more of a risky bet. And then at some point the lenders are going to realize that they are throwing good money after bad and they pull the plug and stop lending to the U.S. all together.

To address the question /suggestion of why don’t we just print more money and pay off the debt. The simple answer is found in econ 101, supply and demand. All one has to understand is supply of anything that someone else might want determines value of that thing.

U.S. debt still mattersMARC BUCKHOUTMANAGING EDITOR

Mark Huston didn’t design his football camp to be a picnic in the park.

Instead the one-time Northern Arizona University quarterback promises a challenging and productive experience for youth, ages 6 – 14, who turn out for his Let it Fly Football Drills and Skills Camp.

“It’s three hours of sweating, grunting and growing, not only an athlete, but hopefully as a person too,” he said. “This camp is intense and rigorous. It’s designed for football, but we work on foot work, agility, quickness, speed and hand-eye coordination. Those skills are applicable to whatever sport a child is interested in.”

The camp takes place from 7 - 10 a.m. every Saturday on the football field at Anthem Prep Academy throughout the months of May, June and July.

Huston sets the camp up to mimic workouts used by athletes at the higher levels, with a series of 18 stations focusing on developing different skills in a fast-paced environment.

“They say that the attention span of most adults is 10-15 minutes,” Huston said. “Studies show if you read for 15 minutes then take a break for two minutes before coming back and reading again you can be much more efficient and be able to retain the information better. What we’re doing is we have the campers rotating to a new station every six minutes. When they get to a new station

they receive instruction and a demonstration of the drill while they’re getting water. After they hear an explanation of the drill and see it done then they’re at it again for six minutes of strenuous activity.”

Huston said he’s proud of his commitment to individual instruction.

“We’ll never have more than a 10 to 1 ratio of athletes to coaches,” the coach said. “This is hands on, 1-on-1 attention and instruction.”

Whether a child is an experienced athlete, or brand new to football, Huston is confident their effort will pay dividends.

“From what I’ve seen a lot of people pay a lot of money to have their kids go to camps where they end up standing around a lot,” Huston said. “That won’t happen here. There is no where to run and no where to hide. A kid’s skills are going to be put on display. I want parents to be encouraged by that. We’ve had kids come through our program that had never picked up a football in their life that have loved it and stuck around long enough to end up excelling in the sport.”

Along with a number of experienced youth coaches,

campers also receive instruction from graduates of the camp, many of whom are current Boulder Creek High School football players.

“The little guys look up to the high school players,” he said. “They grow up wanting to be Jaguars and they get to learn from the players that wear the jerseys on Friday nights. That’s how you create the next generation of high school football players, by having them learn from the current ones.”

Huston said looking ahead to the 2012 school year there will be close to 50 former Let it Fly Football Drills and Skills Camp campers playing for the Boulder Creek varsity, junior varsity and freshman teams.

From year one, when he worked with six kids, to last year’s camp which drew 171, Huston is looking to train 200 this year and has visions of adding camp locations throughout the Valley beginning next summer.

“I’ve went and looked at numerous other camps and I really believe that within a 40 mile radius of Anthem you won’t find anything like what we’re offering,” he said.

Campers can pay $40 per session, or get progressively better deals for committing to more sessions.

Anthem Prep Academy is located at 42200 N. 41st Drive in Anthem. For information on the camp go to letitflyfootballcamp.com, call 623-498-0577 or email [email protected].

Let it Fly returns for 8th annual camp

what: Youth Football Campwho: Youth ages 6 -14when: 7 - 10 a.m., Saturdays

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community eventsHIKINGCave Creek park hosts vari-ety of activities

Cave Creek Regional Park recently released its event schedule for May that includes classes, hikes, an exercise series as well as equestrian opportunities. A complete list can be found at Maricopa.gov/parks/cave_creek. Plenty of water and proper hiking shoes are recommended for all events.

May 31: At 7 a.m. a “Beat

the Heat” fitness hike will cover 3.2 miles. Along the way participants will receive tips on general fitness, hiking gear and discuss strategies for hiking during the warmer months. The hike will leave from the Nature Center.

Spur Cross ranch offers variety of adventures

Spur Cross Ranch Conservation Area has a variety of hiking opportunities throughout the month of May.

Hikes are $3 per person for those that don’t have a Spur Cross Ranch Conservation pass. For a complete list of hikes go to maricopa.gov/parks. Proper foot wear (closed-toe shoes or boots) and plenty of water are recommended for all hikes.

Friday: At 7 p.m. a moderately difficult healthy hike will take participants on a 2.5 mile walk through a portion of the Conservation Area. Participants don’t need to be tri-

athletes, just people looking to begin or add diversity to their existing walking regimen.

Monday: At 8 a.m. a moderate 1.5 hour walk will give explorers a good taste of the desert. The hike is designed for people who want to begin trekking in the desert at an easy pace.

eQUeSTrIANNew river horse rescue offers summer camp

Dreamchaser Horse Rescue and Rehabilitation will offer both a full day and half day camp for children throughout the months of June and July.

The camp is based on learning about horses and their care. Participants will learn about Dreamchaser Horse Rescue and learn why the animals are at the rescue. Participants will have their own horse to work with throughout the week. Although the camp is based on horses, campers will get a total Dreamchaser experience, interacting with llamas,

donkeys, ponies, minis, goats,

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chickens and peacocks.

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10, from June 25 -29 for ages 10

to 12, from July 16 – 20 for ages

12 -14, from July 23 – 27 for ages

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3 for ages 10 – 14.

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MUSICThe MIM offers host of May concerts

The Musical Instrument Museum has a variety of concerts throughout the month of May.

Loudon Wainwright will perform at 7 p.m., May 31. Tickets for the show range from $25 – 35.

The MIM is located at 4725 E. Mayo Boulevard in Phoenix. For information or to order tickets call 480-478-6000 or go the mim.org.

PHOTOGrAPHYNorth Country Conservancy seek photo entries

The North Country Conservancy is conducting its annual photography contest. Through Aug. 1 they are accepting photos highlighting Daisy Mountain. Amateurs and professionals, youths and adults are welcome to submit entries.

Winners will be awarded cash prices as well as have their entries become part of the North Country Conservancy’s annual calendar.

More information and entry forms are available at w w w.da i sy mounta i n.org/photo-contest. Information regarding calendar sponsorship and reserving a calendar is available by contacting [email protected].

HOLIDAYBuddy Stubbs organizes Memorial Day ride

Buddy Stubbs Harley-Davidson in Phoenix will host a Memorial Day Ride beginning at 2:30 p.m., May 27 in Phoenix.

The ride, which will include a stop at the National Ceremony at 23029 N. Cave Creek Road in Phoenix, will eventually conclude at Dillon’s Restaurant at the Wildlife World Zoo and Aquarium in Litchfield Park at 16501 W. Northern Ave.

Benefits from the ride will aid the Arizona chapter of the Patriot Guard Riders and American Legion Riders Legacy Fund.

The cost to participate is $25 or $40 with a second passenger.

The first 300 registrants receive a free t-shirt. To register go to http://2012azmemorialdayride.eventbrite.com/.

PeTS Veterinary group makes stop in Black Canyon City

Sanders Ranch Supply will be host to a Spay/Neuter clinic on Thursday in Black Canyon City. The Mobil Animal Surgical Hospital will make its fourth annual trip to the community. There are a limited number of spaces. Registration is required.

For information call Sanders Ranch Supply at 623-374-5570.

SUMMer YOUTHBlack Mountain hosts variety of programs

Black Mountain Campus will be home to a host of activities, enrichment programs and educational classes for children ages 3 – 18 this summer.

The Summer Youth Program is offered through a partnership of Paradise Valley Community College at Black Mountain, the Foothills Community Foundation, Desert Foothills YMCA, Cave Creek Unified School District Community Education and the Desert Foothills Library. The program is open to children in Cave Creek and Carefree and north Scottsdale.

PVCC’s Kids College offers classes for youth ages 7-12 to help them expand their thinking. “CSI,” a class that reveals the science behind crime scene investigations, forensics and crime lab chemistry as depicted in the TV show is just one of the options.

For the full schedule of classes go to paradisevalley.edu/ce and click on the link for Kids College and Teen College schedules. To see class schedules of Black Mountain Campus partners go to blackmountaincampus.com/youth.

Scottsdale Conservatory offers performing arts camp

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Day Camp will be introducing children (ages 6-14) to the creative world of the performing arts from 9:30 a.m. – 2:30 p.m., June 4 – July 27.

Campers will learn acting improvisation, music and dance. The camp, held Monday – Friday, is $150 per week or $40 per day. All costs are tax-deductible.

The Conservatory is located at 28700 N. Pima Road in Scottsdale. For information go to scottsdaleconservatory.com., call 602-558-5455 or email [email protected].

Children’s theater seeks cast for Secret Garden

Missoula Children’s Theatre’s The Secret Garden will have performances at 2:30 and 7 p.m. July 13 at Cactus Shadows Fine Arts Center.

Students grades K through 12, have an opportunity to join the cast in several roles

All that audition will have a role. No advance preparation is necessary. The Missoula Children’s Theatre touring production is complete with costumes, scenery, props and makeup. Missoula Children’s Theatre Tour Actor/Directors conduct the auditions, rehearsals, costuming, and two final performances.

Students will act, sing, dance as part of the children’s theater production, presented by Desert Foothills Community Education. This DFCE Artist-in-Residency program runs 1 – 5 p.m., July 9 - 13, at the Cactus Shadows Fine Arts Center. Performances are at 2:30 p.m. and 7 p.m., on July 13 on the

Main Stage. The fee is $150. Call 480.575.2440 or

visit www.ccusd93.org and click on Community Education for additional information and registration.

Pioneer Museum hosts drawing classes

Pioneer Living History Museum is hosting a pair of drawing classes, one for ages 4-6 and a second for ages 6-12 on June 15 and July 20.

Young Rembrandts is a step-by-step drawing method that works hand-in-hand with an original, innovative art curriculum develop by a team of educators and artists.

The class for ages 4 – 6 is from 9:30 – 10:30 a.m. while the class for ages 6 – 12 is from 10:45 – 11:45 a.m.

Cost for each class is $15. The fee includes admission to Pioneer Village for one child and one parent. Parents are required to stay within the museum premises during the class and are encouraged to stay with the child during the class and participate if they wish.

For information on Pioneer Living History Museum, which is located west of I-17 off exit 225, go to pioneeraz.org.

community events Continued from page 11pet of the weekHannah is a 9-10 year old girl

who was rescued from the e-list on her last day at the shelter. She was turned in by a family who no longer wanted her. Hannah still has a lot of life and love to give and did not deserve to die in a shelter after all her loyal years. She is a big love bug who loves nothing more than taking long naps and having her ears rubbed. Hannah does have some hip issues so she needs someone who can give her some gentle exercise so she can remove some unwanted weight. She did have one eye removed some time ago, but she gets around fine and it doesn’t seem to bother her a bit.

Hannah really seems to enjoy the dog park. She was dog friendly and sniffed some other dogs, but no playful puppy antics, of course. Hannah mostly preferred to soak up the sun and sniff the trees. She enjoyed some tasty treats and loved being petted. She shares her foster home with another dog and cat and gets along fine with both. She hasn’t had

any accidents in the house, but does need some work on her basic commands.

If you would like to give this girl the love she deserves in the twilight of her years, please contact ALGBR and be this girl’s angel. After all, they give so much to us, shouldn’t we give something back to them when they need it the most?

If you would like more information on Hannah or other dogs in need of loving

homes, please contact Arizona Labrador & Giant Breed Rescue at azlabsandgiants.org. The adoption fees cover the cost of spay/neuter, basic vet check, heartworm test, microchip, 5 in 1 vaccination, and Rabies and Bordatella vaccinations. The group is also desperately in need of volunteers, especially foster homes this summer. For information on being a volunteer go to azlabsandgiants.org.

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Pursuant to A.R.S. Title 37, notice is hereby given that the state of Arizona through its Arizona State Land Department (herein called ASLD), will sell at Public Auction to the highest and best bidder at 10:00 a.m. on Wednesday, July 25, 2012, at the Arizona State Land Department, 1616 W. Adams, Room 434B, Phoenix, Arizona, a perpetual right of way easement for the purpose of a Public Road and Underground Utilities situated in Maricopa County to wit: TOWNSHIP 5 NORTH, RANGE 2 EAST, G&SRB&M, MARICOPA COUNTY, ARIZONAPARCEL: M&B THRU E2NW; M&B THRU

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SeVeRAnce DAMAGePARCEL: M&B THRU SENW; N2NESW, SECTION 11. CONTAINING 0.82 ACRES, MORE OR LESSbeneFiciARY: peRMAnent coMMon ScHoolS (inDeMnitY SelectionS) For a complete legal description of the land, prospective bidders are advised to examine the right of way application file as well as all pertinent files of ASLD. Said right of way easement has been valued at $400,625.00 and consists of 5.29 acres, more or less. Said severance damage has been appraised at $71,431.00 and consists of 0.82 acres, more or less. Additional requirements and conditions of this right of way are available and may be viewed at the Arizona State Land Department, 1616 West Adams Street, Phoenix, Arizona. The complete files associated with the described land are open to public inspection at the ASLD, 1616 West Adams Street, Phoenix, Arizona, from 8:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m., exclusive of holidays and weekends. Please direct any questions regarding this Public Auction to the Rights of Way Section of the Real Estate Division of ASLD at (602) 542-4098. This auction notice is available on the ASLD’s web site at www.land.state.az.us. Each potential bidder must show ASLD’s representative a cashier’s check made payable to the Arizona State Land Department in the amount specified under Terms of Sale Paragraph (A) below.teRMS oF SAle:(A) At the time of sale the successful bidder must pay the following by a cashier’s check: (1) The value of the right of way, which is $400,625.00; (2) The appraised value of the severance damages, which is $71,431.00; (3) A Selling and Administrative Fee of 3% of the value of the right of way, which is $12,019.00; (4) Reimbursable Estimated Advertising Fee, which is $2,500.00; (5) Reimbursable Appraisal Fee, which is $18,000.00. The total amount due at the time of sale is $504,575.00 (less $20,500.00 if the successful bidder is the applicant for a total amount due of $484,075.00).(b) Within 30 days after the auction date the successful bidder must pay the full balance of the amount bid for the right of way and pay a Selling and Administrative Fee of 3% of the purchase price for the right of way less the amount paid under (A) (3) above.(c) No Selling and Administrative Fee shall be collected by ASLD if the successful bidder at auction is the beneficiary of the land trust.(D) Within 30 days after the auction date the successful bidder shall be required to pay the actual legal advertising cost, less the amount paid under (A)(4) above.biDDinG inFoRMAtion:(A) The time of sale shall be deemed to be the time of declaration of the highest and best bidder. The bidding will begin at the total value of the right of way. A bid for less than the value of the right of way easement or by a party who has not inspected the right of way and/or the associated files and records of ASLD will not be considered.(b) All bidders must sign an affidavit stating that they have undertaken due diligence in preparation for the auction and that their representative is authorized to bid and bind the bidder. It is the bidder’s responsibility to research the records of local jurisdictions and public agencies regarding this property.(c) Pursuant to A.R.S. §37-240.B, the successful bidder must be authorized to transact business in the state of Arizona no later than three (3) business days after the auction. The successful bidder must sign an affidavit stating it is the successful bidder and sign a Certification Statement pursuant to A.R.S. Title 37 and the Rules of ASLD.(D) If the successful bidder fails to complete the payment as stated in the auction notice together with the additional required fees within 30 days from the auction date, all amounts paid at the time of auction by the successful bidder will be forfeited.(e) In the event of forfeiture, the ASLD Commissioner may declare that the bid placed before the final bid accepted is the highest bid, and that the bidder has five (5) days after notification by ASLD to pay by cashier’s check all amounts due.GeneRAl inFoRMAtion: The ASLD may cancel this auction in whole or in part at any time prior to the acceptance of a final bid. A protest to this sale must be filed within 30 days after the first day of publication of this announcement and in accordance with A.R.S. §37-301. Persons with a disability may request a reasonable accommodation such as a sign language interpreter, by contacting the ADA Coordinator, at (602) 364-0875. Requests should be made as early as possible to allow time to arrange the accommodation.

Ruben Ojeda(for) Maria BaierState Land CommissionerMay 9, 2012

The U.S. dollar only has value because we say it does. It is just a piece of paper with a dead president’s picture on it. It has value only because the government says it does and because we, (the world) are willing to accept it in return for a product or service. Of course, it was much different when a dollar was backed by gold (i.e. the gold standard), but what we now have is called fiat money. This is a currency that a government has declared to be legal tender, despite the fact that it has no intrinsic value and is not backed by reserves. Historically, most currencies were based on physical commodities such as gold or silver, but fiat money is based solely on faith. Because fiat money is not linked to physical reserves, it risks becoming worthless if people lose faith in a nation’s paper currency.

Keep in mind that Mr. Bernanke has added more than $2 trillion to the money supply in the last four years. So what would happen if he cranked up the presses and pumped out 16 trillion to pay off our debt? Suffice to say that with $16 trillion more dollars in the money supply our dollar would become worthless almost overnight. This would result in everything you need to live (from food to oil) rise in price so dramatically (hyperinflation) that the economy would collapse within weeks. Sound

far-fetched? Sadly, history is full of examples.

What about the suggestion to just default on our debt? Well, at first the default would just hurt those holding the debt (i.e. China, Japan, etc.). But in the end, this action would essentially cause the same consequences since all “faith” would be lost in the value of the dollar. Except in the case of default there would surely be one added element – WWIII. I am quite positive China and the many other nuclear armed countries that lend the U.S. trillions of dollars would not take a U.S. default lying down.

In either event, whether it is massive money printing or outright default, the result would be the same. Your life would change immediately and would become something completely unrecognizable to what you experience today. And as you might guess, this change would not be positive.

As mentioned above, this is not the first time a major world power has fallen from its own weight (foolish monetary policy). A government in financial straits finds its easiest recourse is to issue more and more money until the money loses its value. Like our FED, the Roman emperors repeatedly debased their currency, the French government during its revolution printed a sea of its currency, and the Continental Congress issued money until it

was literally not worth a cent. As history has shown, once

people lose confidence in a currency, they will try to get rid of it. This makes circulation speed up enormously as people want to spend it before it loses more value. When this happens not only does the value of the currency fall, but the price of goods and service rise. This is also known as hyperinflation.

Since our debt continues to expand while the income (tax revenue) remains stagnant, eventually most of the tax revenue has to be spent on servicing this debt, i.e. paying interest (more than $400 billion in 2011).That leaves little to no income for capital investment, which is one of the reasons the economy is so weak.

What happens when the U.S. credit card is cut off and the government has to live within its means? Well, the best case scenario is that the government would immediately have to cut $1.4 trillion from its annual budget.

I know this is not a pretty thought, but any nation that relies on expanding debt to pay its expenses, including the United States of America, is financially equivalent to the family mentioned above. And, once this death spiral becomes undeniable, those with capital (China, Japan, Russia, OPEC and others) will refuse to lend more money to the entity (U.S.). When we cannot borrow more,

then we can no longer pay our expenses. Folks, this fact holds true for households, companies and sovereign governments.

Our Federal government has decided to borrow and print astonishing sums of money to prop up the status quo. All the while the politicians hope the economy grows fast and large enough to bring in more taxes. That would require the addition of 700 new companies the equivalent to Apple. And, of course, that fairy tale is not going happen in anyone’s wildest dream.

At some point, because our leaders refused to deal with the debt and because we, the citizens, refuse to demand proper change, the government will be left with two options: hyper-inflation or default. And while not exactly identical, each outcome will produce a similar result.

While I do not believe there is any painless way out, I remain optimistic that if enough of the public would demand action from those elected to manage this country, then we could avert an all-out collapse. However, if nothing happens but more slogan and sound bites than as Lao Tzu said, we will end up where we are headed. Robert Holt, CPDE/SFR of The [HOLT] Group, RE/MAX Sonoran Hills. For more info, visit TheHoltGroupAZ.com or call 623-748-9583 and tell us your thoughts.

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Immigrant puts price tag on patriotismWill Rogers was wrong. The

legendary humorist, speaking of the responsibilities each of us has as a citizen of this nation,

o n c e observed, “America is a great c o u n t r y, but you can’t live in it for nothing.” U n l e s s ,

it turns out, you’re Eduardo Saverin, the 30-year-old co-founder of Facebook, who just before that company launched its initial public offering, which would make him a multibillionaire, renounced

his American citizenship and moved to Singapore.

To be fair, according to Tom Goodman, Saverin’s New York-based spokesperson, “Eduardo recently found it to be more practical to become a resident of Singapore since he plans to live there for an indefinite period of time.” That is, take your choice, bull, baloney or bunkum.

Today’s capital gains tax rate in the United States — which is one-half of what it was when conservative icon Ronald Reagan was president — is just 15 percent. But compared to Singapore’s zero capital gains tax rate, it must look irresistible to those who put profits over patriotism.

Some conservatives who seem to hate taxes more than they love America even praise expatriate Saverin for renouncing his U.S. citizenship.

Forbes’ John Tamny, who covers “the intersection of economics and politics,” writes that “wise minds could very credibly proclaim him (Saverin) an American hero for doing what he did.”

Let us review the story up to now. Fleeing kidnapping threats against his wealthy family, Eduardo Saverin, at the age of 13, came to the United States from Brazil, his country of birth. He became a U.S. citizen and graduated magna cum laude from Harvard, where he met the two other co-founders of Facebook.

Among the rights the United States provided to her adopted son Eduardo Saverin was security from personal danger, the freedom to become whatever his talents and hard work would permit him to be, copyright and patent laws to protect his

invention and a court system to guarantee those protections.

You can call Saverin a genius, an extraordinary entrepreneur and a capitalist success.

What you cannot call Saverin is a patriot. Ungrateful to the country that gave him safe harbor and a new life, Saverin put a price tag on patriotism and, rather than pay the taxes dues on his unfathomable fortune, chose to get himself a change-of-address card for Singapore.

This is the thanks he gives to the people and their government that welcomed him and guaranteed that the air he would breathe and the water he would drink were clean, that the food he ate and medicine he took were healthful, and that he and his family were protected by the world’s best military.

It is beyond kind to call

someone who greedily grabs all that his new U.S. citizenship gives him and then refuses to give back what he owes a freeloader. No, this loathsome behavior is instead parasitic.

Fifty years ago, a young American president told the world that “to assure the survival and the success of liberty,” he and his fellow countrymen “will pay any price, bear any burden, meet any hardship.” Today, for Eduardo Saverin and his apologists in the tax-avoidance club, to be a citizen is all about your rights and nothing about your responsibilities. And if you don’t like any law, you can just do what to the rest of us is truly unimaginable — and renounce your American citizenship.

To find out more about Mark Shields and read his past columns, visit the Creators Syndicate web page at www.creators.com.

Obama pursues higher

tax ratesIn the run-up to this weekend’s

G-8 summit at Camp David, journalists have unfavorably compared European“austerity” with Barack Obama’s economic policies.

European spending cuts, the argument goes, have hurt people and are arousing political opposition, while Obama’s proposals to keep federal spending at 24 percent of gross domestic product indefinitely are likely to succeed.

Evil Republican spending cuts, in contrast, would deny the economy needed stimulus and wreak havoc on ordinary people.

But the facts undermine the storyline. Veronique de Rugy of the Mercatus Center at George Mason University took a look at what “austerity” in Europe actually means.

What she found is that government spending has increased or not appreciably declined in Britain, France, Italy, Spain and Germany. The only

significant spending reductions are in Greece, where the bond market cut off funding.

In the other countries, the big adjustment has been an increase in tax rates. European “austerity” is an attempt to reduce government budget deficits largely by increasing taxes and only to a small extent by reining in spending.

Which, when you come to think about it, is the policy not of House Republicans — who actually passed a budget — but of Barack Obama.

Over the past three years, Obama has pursued the goal of higher tax rates as relentlessly as Captain Ahab pursued the great white whale.

Never mind that by some measures the United States, even with the “Bush tax cuts,” already has the most progressive tax system in advanced economies. About 40 percent of federal income tax revenues come from the top 1 percent.

And we know from experience that when top rates are increased above Bill Clinton’s 39.6 percent, the intake is always less than projected. Since World War II, federal revenues have never

risen much over 20 percent of gross domestic product, whether the top rate was 28 percent or 91 percent.

The reason is that when rates get high enough, investors’ animal spirits (John Maynard Keynes’ term) are directed less at increasing productivity and creating wealth and more at avoiding taxes. And ithout increased productivity, you don’t get robust economic growth — which hurts everyone.

There’s another problem.High tax rates mean a volatile

revenue stream, as California Gov. Jerry Brown is finding out. When times are bad, revenues dry up just when government needs money. California’s budget deficit has zoomed from $9 billion to $16 billion in a few months.

Barack Obama doesn’t seem to care about these things. In the 2008 campaign, ABC News’ Charlie Gibson asked him whether he would increase the capital gains tax rate even if it meant reducing government revenue, as has happened in the past.

Yes, Obama said, “for purposes of fairness.” He wants to take away money from people who have earned it even if government gets less to spend.

Obama argues that government spending can generate growth. But money spent propping up state and local public employee unions and funding supposedly shovel-ready projects — major features of his 2009 stimulus package — didn’t do much for the economy.

In contrast, Obama’s former chief economist Christina Romer and her husband David Romer, in a 2010 academic paper, wrote that “exogenous” tax increases, like letting the “Bush tax cuts” expire after the recession is over, are “highly contractionary.”

“Our estimates suggest that a tax increase of 1 percent of GDP reduces output over the next three years by 3 percent,” the Romers wrote. “The effect is highly significant.”

Higher taxes are the prime ingredient of European austerity. The danger is that with sluggish growth revenues will languish and the bond market will shut down, as in Greece. Then spending gets cut with a meat

cleaver, not a scalpelHouse Budget Chairman Paul

Ryan understands this. House Democrats’ “balanced approach” — with tax rate increases — “just means let’s start European austerity right now,” he told The Washington Examiner last week.

Ryan’s budget, which passed the House, would cut tax rates but would also eliminate tax preferences. Many high earners would end up paying more. But because they wouldn’t face higher rates on the next dollar they earn, there would be no incentive to seek tax shelters.

You can find Democrats who agree with this approach, though they’d differ with Ryan on details. But they won’t speak up as long as their leader keeps pursuing that great white whale.

Michael Barone, senior political analyst for The Washington Examiner (www.washingtonexaminer.com). To find out more about Michael Barone, and read features by other Creators Syndicate writers and cartoonists, visit the Creators Syndicate Web page at www.creators.com.


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Summer is coming and so are the critters. Call New River Recycle. We come pick up at NO CHARGE. We take just about anything. Old washer/dryers, AC, water bladders, fencing, barn roofing, any kind of metal. Will pay some cash for old cars and batteries. Please call for your pick up. 602-920-4989 or 480-325-2905. Leave message we will get back to you

ADULT CARECaregiver/Companion. Retired R.N. to provide basic care, companionship, run errands, Dr. appointments, light cooking/housekeeping. Part time 2 days/wk. References. #623-780-3597

APPLIANCESWhirlpool Gold fridge, oven, dishwasher. Black in color $450 for all! 623-742-0369 602-214-5692

ATV/CYCLE/ETC2003 Yamaha 100 V-twin Custom. 15K miles. Customized – many extras. Must see. $7900 obo. 602-750-5047

1960 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

AUCTIONSHUGE AUCTION 05/26/12: Clay Springs, AZ. 10 acres of merchandise. Dozer, Backhoes, Farm Implements, Tractors, ATVs, Dune Buggies, Vehicles, Collectibles / Antiques. Ron 928-521-7517. Pictures/Fliers. www.ronbrewerauctions.com. (AzCAN)

PRIME INDUSTRIAL PROPERTY along I5 in Olympia, WA to be sold by unreserved auction. June 14, 2012. 62.94± acres total. Details at rbauction.com/realestate. (AzCAN)

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03 Jaguar XJ8 02 S10 Blazer 4x4

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

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children build memories that last a lifetime!

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FINANCESOCIAL SECURITY DISABILITY BENEFITS. WIN or Pay Nothing! Start Your Application In Under 60 Seconds. Call Today! Contact Disability Group, Inc. Licensed Attorneys & BBB Accredited. Call 888-859-3767. (AzCAN)

BURIED IN CREDIT CARD DEBT? Over $10,000? We can get you out of debt quickly and save you thousands of dollars! Call CREDIT CARD RELIEF for your free consultation. 1-888-723-3505. (AzCAN)

HELP WANTEDDependable Highway Express. Drivers: Company & Owner Ops. CDL-A 18 mo exp, Run Western States, Sign On Bonus, Jaime: 888-4-DHE-NOW Driver Hiring Event, June 1st and 2nd , 8AM - 4PM La Quinta Inn & Suites 4929 McDowell Rd Phoenix, AZ 85035

Anthem-based software company is hiring phone software trainers. Applicants must have excellent communication skills and a positive customer service attitude. The environment is fast-paced and the application is constantly evolving. Applicants must be able to learn fast and keep up with the pace of an ever-changing application. Knowledge of Ad Agencies and Ad Agency Management software is a plus. Send resumes to Mike Wang. Email: [email protected] Wellness Coaches Needed. PT/FT No Exp Req/Full Training 480-788-7174

Hopperbottom for HCT. Up to .40cpm & Great Equipment. CDL-A, 2yrs exp req. Clean MvR. David 800-635-7687 *1055 M-F 8am-4pm onlyADVERTISE YOUR JOB Opening in 86 AZ newspapers. Reach over 1 million readers for ONLY $330! Call this newspaper or visit: www.classifiedarizona.com. (AzCAN) TRAIN TO DRIVE BIG RIGS!! Southwest Truck Driving Training. Earn your CDL and get Job Placement!!! Local and OTR jobs available. Call 602-352-0704 for info. (Located in Phoenix) (AzCAN)LEGAL/LAW ENFORCEMENT, Part-time. Sign-on bonus up to $20K. Great pay / benefits. Elite police / security training. Retirement. Call Mon-Fri (800)354-9627. (AzCAN)NEW TO TRUCKING? Your new career starts now! $0 Tuition cost; No credit check; Great pay & benefits; Short employment commitment required. Call 866-418-8146 www.joinCRST.com. (AzCAN) DRIVERS: Regional Refrigerated and Dry Van Freight. Annual salary $45K to $60K. Quarterly Safety Bonus! Flexible hometime. CDL-A, 3 months current OTR experience. 800-414-9569 www.driveknight.com. (AzCAN)COMPANY DRIVERS & OWNER OPERATORS w/class A. 5 Regional states w/Flatbeds; 1 year of recent experience required. Home on weekends, weekly pay; Call recruiting (800)716-3144. Fax your resume (909)590-8225.

Email: [email protected]. (AzCAN)

HOME FURNISHINGSARIZONA DISCOUNT FURNITURE $175 Pillowtop Mattress Sets; $600 Bedroom Sets, including bed, dresser, mirror, nightstand; Brand new, factory warranty, can deliver. Glendale 623-223-7194. Mesa 480-535-6633. (AzCAN)

INSTRUCTIONAIRLINES ARE HIRING - Train for high paying Aviation Career. FAA approved program. Financial aid if qualified - Job placement assistance. CALL Aviation Institute of Maintenance 866-314-5370. (AzCAN)

EARN COLLEGE DEGREE ONLINE. *Medical, *Business, *Criminal Justice. Job placement assistance. Computer available. Financial Aid if qualified. SCHEV certified. Call 888-216-1541. www.CenturaOnline.com. (AzCAN)

MEDICAL BILLING & Office Assistants. Candidates needed for Medical Office Job Training! No experience needed! Local job placement assistance when training is completed. HS Diploma/GED & PC needed! 1-888-926-6058. (AzCAN)

LIvESTOCK & SUPPLIESWill trade roofing work for 2-4 horse gooseneck trailer. Licensed contractor. 602-616-9753.

Saddle & Tack Repairs. Western & English plus Racing saddle too. 30 years exp. Buy-Sell-Trade. 23yrs same location. Circle Mtn Rd & 18th St. 623-465-7286

English Saddle – Spring Seat 16in and pad. Made in Crosbey England, Mark V11 Commander, excellent condition. $275. Call Arline 623-465-7397

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.

V O L U N T E E R - S P O N S O R -ADOPT! Dreamchaser Horse Rescue offers a myriad of volunteer opportunities. Please consider joining our Dreamchaser family! We need animal lovers who are willing to help with everything from ranch chores to fundraising! We have sanctuary horses who need sponsors, and horses available for adoption. Come see us: www.dreamchaserhorserescue.org or Susan at 623-910-6530

MISC.WOOD BLINDS & FLOORING @ THE BEST PRICE & “NO BULL” ADVERTISING!! PLEASE CALL TED @ 602-558-7777. THANK YOU!

Treadmill new. $125, Folding bicycle $75/OBO, Stainless Steel Kitchen Cart, $50, AB Circle w/ videos $75. Call Niki @ 623-465-1430

English Saddle – Spring Seat 16in and pad. Made in Crosbey England, Mark V11 Commander, excellent condition. $275. Call Arline 623-465-7397

PETS & SUPPLIESRattlesnake 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]

SERvICES OFFEREDDave’s Mobile Trailer Service - Inspect / Repair / Replace - Grease Seals, Bearings, Magnets, Brakes & Weld & Electrical Repairs. www.davesmobiletrailerservice.com 602-361-6551

Sprinkler & Drip Repairs. System Check-Ups. Valves, Heads, Timers, Drip Irrigation, Leaks. Maintenance Plans. 623-748-4773 AquaMastersNorth.com

Summer is coming and so are the critters. Call New River Recycle. We come pick up at NO CHARGE. We take just about anything. Old washer/dryers, AC, water bladders, fencing, barn roofing, any kind of metal. Will pay some cash for old cars and batteries. Please call for your pick up. 602-920-4989 or 480-325-2905. Leave message we will get back to you

Desertscape Nursery Open Daily 623-492-0799

SPORTING GOODSGuns: 12GA side x side shot guns 4 each $399ea. Dennis 602-579-9954

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