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Carefree business hosts baby shower to aid Phoenix sheltermARC bUCKhOUT

mANAGING EDITORPrince Williams and his wife

Catherine made an appearance in Carefree on Friday. Actually it was simply a cutout of the Royal couple, but the event at the English Rose Tea Room was in honor of the couple’s upcoming birth which is expected in mid July.

Owner Jo Gemill, who had several hundred people attend her restaurant to watch the broadcast of the couple’s wedding, which took place on April 29, 2011, had more than 100 scheduled to come by for lunch Friday to drop off clothes, diapers and other baby items.

“Princess Diana was such an iconic figure, but after her passing there was such a gap,” Gemill said. “All the news with regard to the Royal family was bad for a while. Then William and Kate come along. They’re a young, good looking couple and people got excited again. We wanted to have a baby shower and obviously at a shower people bring gifts. Since we’re presuming the Royal couple

Marc Buckhout/The Foothills FocusThe English Rose Tea Room in Carefree hosted a baby shower for William and Kate, who are due to have a baby sometime in mid July. Items donated at the shower are being given to UMOM New Day Center in Phoenix. The non-profit agency is the largest homeless shelter for families in Arizona.

Independence Day celebrations set to light up nightSTAff REPORT

North Valley residents will be treated to a trio of July 3 fireworks shows and another on July 4.

In Anthem the 14th annual Anthem Independence Day celebration is set for 6 – 10 p.m., July 3 at the Anthem Community Park.

The festivities will include fireworks, carnival rides, activities and festival food. All You Can Ride bracelets may be purchased for $12 in advance at the ACC Community Center through Saturday. Bracelets include access to water slides, amusement rides and inflatables.

Food and drink are permitted, although alcohol is only permitted for purchase and consumption within the Rotary Beer Garden. Attendees are not permitted to bring alcohol. Food items available for purchase include hamburgers,

Marc Buckhout/The Foothills FocusCave Creek will have fireworks shows on both July 3 and July 4. The July 3 show is at Harold’s Corral while the July 4 show is at Cave Creek Coffee Company.

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In front of a Council Chamber filled to capacity, Cave Creek’s Town Council selected Rodney Glassman to be the interim Town Manager on Monday night.

Five candidates appeared to offer their experience and skills to the town, to fill the temporary job vacated when the council voted to relieve Usama Abujbarah of his duties earlier this month. The group of candidates increased to six when Town Clerk Carrie

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It’s only June, but high school football teams around the state are installing offenses, evaluating talent and building team unity in preparation for the 2013 season.

On Saturday in Surprise 35 teams from around the state were testing themselves in the Surprise Passing League Tournament.

Included in that group were Boulder Creek and Cactus

Shadows High School.Both teams will be looking to

bounce back in 2013. In Cave Creek the Falcons go into Greg Davis’ third season looking to improve following back-to-back 3-7 seasons.

“Games are won and lost in the offseason,” Davis said. “Each season brings a new dynamic. With us having so many young guys this is a crucial point in what we hope to accomplish this season. This is the time to put in the hard work, when they don’t have to wake up and worry about going to school. Instead they’re lifting, eating and learning our systems.”

For the Jaguars, from Anthem, 2012 was the program’s first non-playoff season since 2007.

“Passing leagues are a good training tool,” Boulder Creek coach Dan Friedman said. “It gives you a chance to evaluate kids. You get to install defensive coverages and you get to develop route timing between your quarterback and receivers. And then the great aspect of tournaments is you get to see how your kids respond in competitive environments.”

The event in Surprise concluded passing league competitions for most schools this summer. Passing leagues and tournaments have quarterbacks, receivers, running backs, linebackers, corners and safeties going head-to-head in 7-on-7 competition.

The modified rules have teams playing 30 minute games on a 45-yard field. Quarterbacks have four seconds to throw the ball against a defense that has no pass rushers. Teams are given three downs to get a first down inside the 30 and inside the 15 before having four downs to try and score from inside the 15. The games, played without helmets or pads, are two-hand touch.

Following scores, offenses can go for one point on a conversion attempt from the 3-yard line or 2 points from the 10-yard line.

Among the objectives facing the Falcons this summer will be attempting to find a successor to Bryce Kinsler, a

2013 graduate who was the starting quarterback the last three seasons. Additionally the team is starting over defensively with a new coordinator in Darin Robidoux. The newest assistant coach will be tasked with improving a defensive unit that has been gouged each of the past two seasons.

“Your summer is your experimental period,” Davis said. “You want to see how competitive your kids are, how athletic they are and see how they respond to adversity. You try and teach them at a quicker pace and push them to see where their knowledge base is. It’s a time to see what your team is best at.”

Friedman agrees.

“You really get a feel for how well kids can take in new information and understand what you’re coaching,” he said. “You can also try kids at different positions to see how they best fit. By the end of the summer we’ll predominantly have almost everything we’re going to use in our passing game in. By the time we get back to practicing in August we’ll have our screen game to work on and our running game basically.”

The summer competitions aren’t limited to the small guys though. There are a number of competitions set up during the

Marc Buckhout/The Foothills FocusThe Cactus Shadows Falcons will open the 2013 season looking for their first winning season since 2010.To view more photos from Saturday’s passing league tournament go to facebook.com/thefoothills.focus.

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Items, which can be donated through Thursday, at 201 Easy St., in Carefree , are going to be driven to UMOM New Day Center in Phoenix on Friday. The non-profit agency, which was founded in 1964, is the largest homeless shleter for families in Arizona.

UMOM spokesman Kirsten Brown talked about the clients that receive help at the facility.

“It’s amazing when you meet the families that come to our center, if you get to interact with the families it totally changes your vision of homelessness,” she told the group of women eating lunch at the restaurant. “These are people that were living paycheck to paycheck, being productive members of society that either lost a job or had a medical emergency or any number of life circumstances that cause a drastic change for people.”

AT UMOM affected men and women receive assistance in a number of ways, from receiving training toward job placement, getting vocational or educational training and accredited day care. They can also receive medical or dental appointments, counseling and then subsidized rates on housing as clients get back into the work force.

Admission to the all-day celebration commemorating this historic international event was $30 per person and included formal afternoon tea with three tiers of tea sandwiches, scones and petite fours, a pot of tea, and a specially prepared goody bag.

Life-sized cutouts of Prince William and Princess Kate were on hand as guests at Friday’s event had the chance to sign an advice book offering good wishes and parenting advice for the Duchess of Cambridge. They also had a chance to win prizes by guessing the sex, weight and date the couple’s child will be born.

The English Rose Tea Room is open from 10 a.m. – 5 p.m., Monday – Saturday and from 10 a.m. – 4 p.m. on Sundays. For information or reservations, call 480-488-4812, visit carefreetea.com or write PO Box 5865, Carefree, AZ 85377.

For information on UMOM New Day Center in Phoenix go to umom.org or call 602-275-4533.

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hot dogs, barbecue, kettle corn, fry bread, sno-cones, ice cream, funnel cake and more. The Beer Garden will also have margaritas for sale.

The fireworks show is set to start at 9:30 p.m. Parking and admission to the event is free.

CAVE CREEKCave Creek will celebrate

Independence Day with a 3rd of July Fireworks display at Harold’s Corral. The celebration starts at 5 p.m. with an outside barbecue, followed by live music throughout the night.

Country-western band EastonAshe will perform outside from 7:30 p.m. to 11:30 p.m. Young Country will perform inside from 8:30 p.m. to closing. The party will also feature drink specials, prizes, face painting, shaved ice and the Mobile Video Game Truck.

Admission to the 3rd of July Fireworks display is free for open seating first come first serve. For reservations, go to haroldscorral.com to purchase and secure a table online. Tables are priced at: two-top for $10; four-top for $15 or a ten-top for $30.

Harold’s will also provide free shuttle

service to transport people around town from 6 p.m. to midnight. For information about the 3rd of July Fireworks, call Harold’s Corral at 480-488-1906.

PHOENIXWet ‘n Wild, located just south of 43rd

Ave. and Pinnacle Peak, is hosting an all-you-can eat barbecue from 10 a.m. – 10 p.m., July 3.

The fireworks begin at 9:30 p.m. Admission to the water park is $34.99 for those taller than 42 inches, $27.99 for attendees who are less than 42 inches or ages 65 and older. Admission for ages 2 and younger is free. Barbecue costs extra.

For information call 623-201-2000 or go to phoenix.mvwetnwild.com.

JULY 4CAVE CREEKAt 7 p.m., July 4 the Cave Creek

Cowboy Crew will perform during an evening, which will also include an outdoor fireworks display at Cave Creek Coffee Company. Guests can nosh on jalapeno-beer-marinated bratwurst and alcoholic snow cones. Admission is free. Cave Creek Coffee Company and Wine Purveyors is located at 6033 E. Cave Creek Road.

For information call 480-488-0603 or go to cavecreekcoffee.com.

Marc Buckhout/The Foothills FocusAnthem’s Independence Day celebration will be July 3 in the community park. Fireworks start at 9:30 p.m.


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summer designed to test the strength, power, agility and quickness of prep lineman.

“A lot of times you’ll have 1-on-1 offensive lineman versus defensive lineman, which gets somewhat aggressive with offensive lineman able to use their hands and defensive guys trying pass rush moves,” Davis said. “At other competitions the lineman are doing tug of war events, tire flips, they’re pushing 100 pound sleds around an obstacle course. During other competitions they have to work together with their teammates.”

In addition to the various competitions the biggest chunk of the summer is simply spent being in the weight room.

“Our numbers are up this season,” Davis said. “The weight room is somewhere we haven’t excelled as a program the last couple of seasons. We aren’t the biggest team, but it comes down to the intensity you have. There’s a mental aspect to lifting that we need to do a better job of creating. We need to get some excitement

going in the weight room. You try to make it as competitive of an atmosphere as you can. Every day there is something new to try and your goal is to beat the guy next to you or at least try and match what he is doing. It builds when you seen the guy next to you working hard too. Everybody feels good to see everybody working hard and it motivates them.”

Friedman said his players are spending four days a week in the weight room.

“There are definitely guys that emerge as leaders,” Friedman. “Some of them are leaders simply because of what they’ve accomplished on the field. Some guys are verbal and will get on their teammates if they aren’t performing up to the standards. Others lead by example. You need both within your program to be successful.”

Practice with pads and helmets begins Aug. 5. The 2013 prep football season opener is set for Aug. 30. Cactus Shadows will open at home against Raymond Kellis while Boulder Creek will begin 2013 with a home game against Mesa Mountain View.

Marc Buckhout/The Foothills FocusThe Boulder Creek Jaguars enter 2013 coming off a 2012 season in which they finished 6-4, but failed to make the postseason for the first time since 2008. To view more photos from Saturday’s passing league tournament go to facebook.com/thefoothills.focus.


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Grand Canyon Railway offers many travelling optionsSTAff REPORT

The Grand Canyon Railway is inviting children ages 2 to 15 years old to its Observation Dome-class cars this summer while debuting a sixth class of service in Pullman.

From the day’s start in Williams to finish, guests will get the chance to view with the passing landscapes of the Colorado Plateau and wildlife

during a 65-mile journey to the south rim of the Grand Canyon. Prior to boarding the train, an interactive Wild West show gives guests a taste of history, and sets the stage for entertainment throughout the trip, which includes strolling musicians and knowledgeable train attendants. Children aboard the train will also enjoy coloring books and puzzles to stay entertained throughout the trip.

Guests may choose from six classes of service: from vintage

1920s Pullman class to varying levels of Coach, Observation Dome to Luxury Parlor. The Pullman class is the newest class of cars to be offered to guests of the Grand Canyon Railway. Fares are an affordable $59 for adults and $29 for children ages 15 and younger. On the first Saturday of each month through September, guests may experience the Grand Canyon

Railway by a steam engine, which runs on recycled waste vegetable oil and offers all six classes of service. A special steam run on Sept. 21 is also available to honor the train’s 112th birthday.

Observation Dome-class service allows passengers to ride in a 1950s era glass-enclosed streamliner with

sweeping panoramic views of the surrounding countryside in the comfort of padded high-back chairs while enjoying light refreshments, snacks and a sparkling wine toast on the return trip.

Pullman is the newest class to join the cars of the Grand Canyon Railway, allowing passengers to ride round-trip to the Grand Canyon for $59 for adults and $29 for children ages 2 to 15 years old. Should riders wish to experience a different class of service while riding the Grand Canyon Railway, upgrades are also available for one direction of travel. Upgrading to a different service must be scheduled prior to boarding the train.

Trains depart daily at 9:30 a.m. from the Railway’s historic 1908 depot in Williams, Arizona and return at 3:30 p.m. with a three-and-a-half-hour period to explore South Rim of the Grand Canyon. Overnight packages and in-park tours are also available featuring Maswik Lodge accommodations. From now through October fares for the Observation Dome-class round-trip rides are offered at $170 for adults and $140 for children ages 2 to 15 years old. These fares also apply to the steam locomotive excursions on the first Saturday of every month through September.

For information and reservations access thetrain.com or call 1-800-THE-TRAIN (843-8724.)

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THURSDAYCave Creek hosts fitness hike

At 7 a.m., Thursday Cave Creek Regional Park will host a fitness hike. All levels of fitness are welcome for a moderate 3.5 mile hike. Each week participants will explore a different part of the park on the guided hike. The hike will leave from the Nature Center.

Cave Creek Regional Park is located at 37900 N. Cave Creek Parkway. Entry into the park is $6 per vehicle.Desert Foothills Theater presents Once Upon a Crime

Desert Foothills Theater youth students will perform Once Upon a Crime at 7 p.m., Thursday. The show will be performed by the 60 youth that participated in the summer camp.

The show is set in Fairy Tale Land, where a crime spree takes over the forest. Jack Sprat is on the case, to try and find out who is behind the acts. Tickets are $8

for adults and $5 for children.Tickets are available at

vendini.com or by calling 480-488-1981.Desert Foothills Library hosts juggling comedian

The Craig Davis Comedy Magic and Juggling Show will take place at 11 a.m., Thursday at Desert Foothills Library.

The performance includes juggling, rings, tropical birds, slack rope walking and unicycling. For a complete list of summer programs visit dlfa.org or call 480-488-2286. The library is located at 38443 N. Schoolhouse Road in Cave Creek.

FRIDAYHike visits prehistoric area

At 7 a.m., Friday a ranger will lead hikers to some of the archaeological history present in Spur Cross Ranch recreational area.

The 2.5 mile hike will display evidence of prehistoric Hohokam dwellings. The ranger will share information

about their culture. Participants are encouraged to bring plenty of water.Cave Creek host matinee movie

At noon, Friday visitors to Cave Creek Regional Park will have the chance to view a kid-friendly movie inside the Nature Center. Attendees are welcome to bring a picnic lunch.

For information on other upcoming hikes go to maricopa.gov/parks/cave_creek. Cost is $3 per person per day. For information on different hikes email [email protected]

Spur Cross Ranch is located at 44000 N. Spur Cross Road in Cave Creek.Workshop offers writing advice

Desert Foothills Libary is hosting a writers connection from 1 – 3 p.m., Friday. Whether participants write prose, poetry, fiction, nonfiction, essays, articles, documents or books, editor Andrea Markowitz, helps authors take a look at their own work. She offers writing exercises and analysis to explore alternative, more effective ways to express what they intend to communicate. Writers connection is a forum to connect with other local writers to learn and share the elements of effective writing, and information about publication. Presentations and discussions feature topics designed to inspire and motivate both professionals and amateurs, and to enhance writing skills in any genre.

The class is limited to 15. Bring a laptop or a writing pad and implement. Those interested in receiving feedback on something that they wrote prior to the workshop should bring 16 copies of a short excerpt (150 words or fewer, prose or poetry, minimum 12-point font, double spaced) to discuss with the group. Advance registration is required by calling 480-488-2286.

SATURDAYSpur Cross Conservation hosts scorpion hunt

Ranger Kevin will lead a Spur Cross Scorpion Hunt at 8 p.m., Saturday in Spur Cross Conservation area.

With the use of blacklights participants will view these elusive dwellers. Ranger Kevin will share facts about scorpions. All ages are welcome for the one hour, one mile walk. Attendees should wear closed-toe shoes and bring water and a flashlight and blacklight. Those interested in attending are asked to leave their pets at home.


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adventurist, singer-songwriter and guitar player, melds the influences of Stevie Wonder, Paul Simon and Bill Withers into a percussive approach to acoustic steel-string guitar at 7:30 p.m., Saturday at the Musical Instrument Museum.

Tickets range in price from $25.50 - $32.50. The MIM is located at 4725 E. Mayo Boulevard. For information go to themim.org or call 480-478-6000.

MONDAYDesert Foothills Library hosts senior yoga

Yoga for Aging with Vitality and Balance is set for 9:30 a.m., Monday and July 22. The class is geared towards seniors with chronic pain and stiffness, or those who are looking for another healing method to add to their toolkit. Yoga principles and posture are used to alleviate pain and feel vibrant. Attendees should bring a yoga mat. Class size is limited to 15. To register call 480-488-2286. Cost is $5.

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School offers instruction to band camp

Dave Janssen’s School of Music will host a class for band musicians from July 8 – 19. The class offers one hour of instruction Monday – Friday.

There are classes available for beginners (11:30 a.m. - 12:30 p.m., intermediate students who have 1 – 3 years of experience (12:45 – 1:45 p.m.) along with an advanced class for experienced musicians, those that have been in a band program for at least three years (2 – 3 p.m.).

Cost for the class is $200. Dave Janssen’s School of Music is located at 3434 W. Anthem Way in Anthem.Pinnacle Peak Patio concert series continues

Pinnacle Peak Patio Steakhouse, Arizona’s largest western steakhouse continues its “Cool Summer Nights” free concert series from 7 – 11 p.m., July 12.

Young Country will perform the concert. The series continues with shows on Aug. 16 and Sept. 13. Full menu dinners will be available inside the restaurant in addition to the concerts.

Pinnacle Peak Patio Steakhouse is located at 10426 E. Jomax Road in Scottsdale. For information call 480-615-1113.

HOLIDAYAnthem hosts Independence Day celebration

The 14th annual Anthem Independence Day celebration will take place from 6 – 10 p.m., July 3 at Anthem Community Park.

The festivities will include fireworks, carnival rides, activities and festival food. All You Can Ride bracelets may be purchased for $12 in advance at the ACC Community Center front desk through June. Bracelets include access to water slides, amusement rides and inflatables.

Food and drink are permitted, although alcohol is only permitted for purchase and consumption within the Rotary Beer Graden. Attendees are

not permitted to bring alcohol. Food items available for purchase include hamburgers, hot dogs, barbecue, kettle corn, fry bread, sno-cones, ice cream, funnel cake and more. The Beer Garden will also have margaritas for sale.

The fireworks show is set to start at 9:30 p.m. Parking and admission to the event is free.Cave Creek celebrates Independence Day

Cave Creek will celebrate Independence Day with a 3rd of July Fireworks Display at Harold’s Corral. The celebration starts at 5 p.m. with an outside barbecue, followed by live music throughout the night.

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the annual scare games, which would get them re-admitted into the program and prove to the school that they are the scariest monsters of them all.

The usually Pixar sheen is striking in the animation of this film. Bold color designs in all manners of the rainbow compose the many shaped and sized monsters. Reintroducing the characters of Mike and Sulley, in yet another summer origin story, offers amusing, if overused, opportunities to further present the world of the monsters.

The college setting, reminiscent of Revenge of the Nerds, introduces the familiar best buds as competitive foes. Mike the vigilant student working for his life’s dream and Sulley the coasting image of popularity. The college movie themes are familiar and

govern the direction of the narrative throughout. While many of the children that grew up watching Monsters Inc. will find themselves in their first year of college, the decision to base the film in this

setting could alienate younger audiences. There are some fun manipulated attributes used within the college film structure. The fraternity/sorority characters are enjoyable; as are the competitive

Local gym hosts fundraiser for late first respondersmARC bUCKhOUT

mANAGING EDITOR

Mountainside Fitness will host a pair of charity dodgeball tournaments to raise funds for the families of Anthem resident Daryl Raetz, a Phoenix police officer who was killed in the line of duty and for Phoenix firefighter Bradley Harper, who also lost his life on the job.

The two men were both killed on the night of May 19. Raetz is survived by his wife and the

couple’s five-year-old daughter.From 5 – 9 p.m., Saturday and

Sunday the 2655 W. Carefree Highway location will have a tournament benefitting Raetz, a long-time gym member, while the Peoria location is hosting a tournament for Harper, who worked for a time at their 9745 W. Happy Valley Road location. That tournament will take place July 13-14.

Kelsi Hughes, a gym employee and the event organizer, said she’d like to see

at least 10 teams participate in each tournament, adding that 100 percent of the proceeds will go to help the affected families.

Those interested in participating don’t need to be gym members. Instead they simply need to drop by the gym to get signed up. Teams of six can enter for $120 or those looking to sign up individually and get assigned to a team pay $20.

“All our employees were incredibly upset to hear about the death of those two,” Hughes said. “We want to help out the families in any way we can. We took it personal. We had the highest regard for those two individually and then I think most everybody has that type of regard for anybody

in their career fields.” Those that attend the Carefree

Highway event can further help the cause by going to Connoly’s Sports Grill, located at 2605 W. Carefree Highway on Saturday. Attendees of the dodgeball tournament will receive a card. When presented at the restaurant Connoly’s will contribute 15 percent of the bill to the Raetz family.

For information on the tournament supporting Raetz call 623-587-9977. For information on the tournament supporting Harper call 623-581-5525.

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scare games they participate in. Unfortunately the trappings of the origin film set in, allowing the narrative to become familiar and unimaginative. Setting the film primarily in the world of the monsters separates the human qualities associated with parenting and the basis of fear, which were so finely employed in the first film. And while the character attributes of self-respect, courage, and integrity are admirable, they have been portrayed in countless other examples.

Bringing these characters together for another adventure reintroduces them to a new generation of children. Though the result isn’t comparable to Monster’s Inc., it will still have you laughing alongside your children, and any experience where that is achieved is commendable.

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ARIZONA STATE LAND DEPARTMENT1616 WEST ADAMS STREETPHOENIX, ARIZONA 85007

PUBLIC AUCTION SALE NO. 16-113807PERPETUAL RIGHT OF WAY EASEMENT

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 Tuesday, July 30, 2013, at the Arizona State Land Department, 1616 W. Adams, Room 434B, Phoenix, Arizona, a perpetual right of way easement for the purpose of a Service Road situated in Maricopa County to wit:

TOWNSHIP 4 NORTH, RANGE 4 EAST, G&SRB&M, MARICOPA COUNTY, ARIZONAPARCEL: M&B THRU TRACT 3E IN STATE PLAT 55, 2ND AMEND., SECTION 27.

CONTAINING 0.49 ACRES, MORE OR LESS.PARCEL: M&B THRU TRACT MF4 IN STATE PLAT 55, 2ND AMEND., SECTION 34,

CONTAINING 0.30 ACRES, MORE OR LESS.BENEFICIARY: 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 $59,771.00 and consists of 0.79 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 file associated with the described land is 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 $59,771.00; (2) A Selling and Administrative Fee of 3% of the value of the right of way, which is $1,793.00; (3) Reimbursable Estimated Advertising Fee, which is $2,500.00. The total amount due at the time of sale is $64,064.00 (less $2,500.00 if the successful bidder is the applicant for a total amount due of $61,564.00).

(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) (2) 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)(3) 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.

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EastonAshe will perform outside from 7:30 p.m. to 11:30 p.m. Young Country will energize the crowd inside from 8:30 p.m. to closing. The party will also feature drink specials, prizes, face painting, shaved ice and the Mobile Video Game Truck.

Admission to the 3rd of July Fireworks display is free for open seating first come first serve. For reservations, go to haroldscorral.com to purchase and secure a table online. Tables are priced at: two-top for $10; four-top for $15 or a ten-top for $30.

Harold’s will also provide free shuttle service to transport people around town from 6 p.m. to midnight. For information about the 3rd of July Fireworks, call Harold’s Corral at 480-488-1906.North valley Church hosts Indepen-dence celebration

North Valley Christian Church is hosting a Independence Day service and potluck at 9:30 a.m., July 7 in the Opera House at Pioneer Living History Museum. Karmann and Kompany, an award-winning band led by singer/songwriter Karmann Powell, will perform during the celebration. The band plays a range of music including folk,

country, gospel, bluegrass, contemporary, blues and originals. For information on the band go to kandkband.com.

Pioneer Living History Museum is located at 3901 W. Pioneer Road in Phoenix. For information call 623-308-4338 or go to nvccphx.com.

RELIGIONCalvary hosts Bible study

Community Bible Study is hosting informational coffees at 10 a.m., July 17 at Koina Cafe in Anthem.

There will also be a 10 a.m. study Aug. 21 at Calvary Chapel Desert Hills in Phoenix.

Koina Cafe is located at 42201 N. 41st Drive in Anthem. Calvary Chapel Desert Hills is located at 711 E. Carefree Highway, Ste. 120 in Phoenix. For information call Lois at 623-271-3066.

SPORTSAnthem library hosts pro soccer team

The Phoenxi Wolves will visit North Valley Regional Library at 2 p.m., July 17. Attendees will learn how the team prepares for gaems, training secrets and what books they read over the summer. Kids will have a chance to ask questions of the team.

No registration is needed. North Valley Regional Library

is located at 40410 N. Gavilan Peak Parkway in Anthem. For information go to mcldaz.org or call 602-652-3000.

SAFETYBreakfast offers chance to speak to law enforcement officials

Anthem Neighborhood Watch will host Breakfast With a Cop from 8 – 10 a.m., Aug. 3 at Roberto’s Authentic Mexican Food in Anthem.

Personnel from the Maricopa County Sheriff’s Office, Phoenix Police and the North Valley Posse all will be in attendance to provide information about crime related issues and community concerns. It’s an opportunity to share information, get advice, socialize, network and exchange ideas.

Roberto’s is located at 39510 N. Daisy Mountain Drive #170 in Anthem.

WEEKLY Adult yoga offered at Anthem Library

North Valley Regional Library hosts an adult beginning yoga at 7:15 p.m., Tuesdays throughout the month of July. The class offers attendees a chance to improve flexibility, endurance and balance. The July 9 initial class will be the first in a series of eight classes. The classes will

be open to beginners to students with some experience with yoga. Attendees should wear comfortable clothes and bring a yoga mat.

For information on the free classes go to mcldaz.org or call 602-652-3000. North Valley Regional Library is located at 40410 N. Gavilan Peak Parkway in Anthem.Desert Foothills Library offers array of kids programs

The Desert Foothills Library is offering a summer lineup of more than 30 free summer programs for kids of all ages from tots to teens.

The educational and entertaining children’s events kick off in June and continue throughout the summer. June highlights include: “Yoga for Kids” for ages 5+, “Dinosaurs Exposed” for ages 5-12, “Cowgirl Jan” for ages 0-10, t-shirt making for ages 11+, the “Craig Davis Magic Show” for all ages, and others.

Seating is limited and children’s programs fill up quickly. Reservations are not required on most programs, but families are encouraged to arrive early for best parking and best seating.

For a complete list of summer programs visit the Desert Foothills Library, click on dfla.org or call 480-488-2286.Black Mountain seeks students for 2013-2014 school year

Black Mountain Elementary School, located at 33606 N. 60th Street in Scottsdale is accepting new student registration for the 2013-2014 academic year.

Matt Owsley, BMES principal, is asking residents new to the area and parents with new kindergarten students to register prior to June 13th, if possible, in order to ensure optimum teacher to student ratio. Open enrollment registration is available.

The school offices are open for registration from 9 a.m. – 3 p.m., Monday through Thursday through June 13. The school’s offices are closed from June 14 – July 12 for summer break.

During that period, registration is available at the District Office located at 33606 N. 60th, behind the Fine Arts Center on the east end of the south parking lot of BMES.

The BMES school office will reopen on July 15th, with summer office hours from 9 a.m. – 3 p.m., Monday through Thursday.

For information, go to ccusd93.org/bmes, call the BMES office at 480-575-2100, or the District Office at 480-575-2000.Eating disorder class meets in Anthem

A 12-step eating disorder meeting will take place at 6:30 p.m., on Wednesdays at 42104 N. Venture Dr. Ste. D126.

For further information you may call 602-828-9959. Yoga, Gong therapy offered in New River

Kudalini Yoga classes combined with Gong Therapy from 7 – 9 p.m. every Thursday in New River. The class is offered to both men and women. The class offers an opportunity to explore, celebrate, heal, feel good, while ensuring a safe sacred environment. The class welcomes beginners and intermediate students. Those interested in attending are asked to wear comfy clothing and bring a yoga mat and blanket.

Cost for the class is $10. For information email [email protected], call 623-910-1096 or go to rajpalkaur.webs.com.

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Dyrek (acting Town Manager) was also nominated.

The candidates presented their credentials including detailing their length of service as well as their varied job descriptions. (To view resumes check the June 24 agenda at cavecreek.civicweb.net.) As each was given an opportunity to speak, it became plain that most were interested in eventually being considered for the permanent Town Manager position, once the core projects were dealt with over the next three to six months.

The initial candidate was Tami Ryall, current interim Town Manager for the newly formed Town of Tusayan, near the Grand Canyon. Ryall was formerly Assistant Town Manager for the Town of Gilbert. She expressed her process of stepping into a new project as developing a 30-60-90 day process, of determining needs, goals and community wishes.

Patricia Sorensen spoke next and described her recent history of public service, detailing a variety of local, state, and federal projects, including public fiduciary positions of trust, with substantial service to the City of Mesa. Sorensen confirmed that this was an interim position for her, and that she anticipated she would be settling into retirement before too long.

Enrique Ochoa, currently the Transportation Manager for the City of Arvin, CA., and recently Town Manager of Tusayan in its early formative days, discussed his substantial budgeting

and land issues experience. He was a graduate of Yuma High School, before becoming that school’s first graduate to also graduate from Stanford University, with successive degrees from Arizona State University and the University of San Diego.

David Richert, most recently serving as City Manager of Scottsdale, was a well-known figure for many residents, primarily for his many years as Principal Planner, Deputy Mayor, and various other offices for the City of Phoenix. Richert was a principal participant in enabling the annexation and development of the west side of I-17, as well as the development of the Sonoran Preserve.

He enthusiastically supported the efforts of Cave Creek to maintain its character, and expressed a desire to serve as interim Town Manager, as well as the permanent Town Manager position eventually.

Carrie Dyrek, current acting Town Manager, and permanent Town Clerk, was nominated by several councilmen for the temporary position. Those present shared accolades for her exemplary service over the past years, and agreed that she would be an excellent Interim Manager. Dyrek expressed interest, but expressed concern that she could fulfill both positions simultaneously.

Glassman was ultimately chosen as the Interim Town Manager by majority vote of the council. The Council concluded by expressing their good wishes for the new Interim Town Manager and their confidence that the town would begin progressing.

Previous to the vote, comments were taken from the residents in attendance.

- Jerry Freeman, Cave Creek, spoke on behalf of Rodney Glassman’s appointment as interim Town Manager.

“I’ve studied his resume, studied his qualifications and looked at his many impressive letters of recommendation from University Presidents, co-workers, former employers, right down to other city managers. They are uniformly effusive in their praise for his character and abilities.

He has also looked at, read and studied the other candidates being proposed. In his opinion, they don’t measure up to Dr. Glassman, who has a PHD (Arid Land Resources), a Law Degree (JD), with Masters Degrees in Business and Public Administration. These qualifications are more than satisfactory for this assignment.

There is no question he is eminently qualified by reason of his education and experience. Why then would we further delay getting on with the needed business of attending to the needs of citizens of Cave Creek? It is simply time to be decisive.”

- Eileen Wright, Cave CreekRemarked on Glassman’s industrious work ethic, describing how she emailed

questions to him in the dark predawn hours around 4:30 a.m., and had a full and pointed response from him within 20 minutes. She said she has faith that he will bring the community together.

- Scott Dahne, Cave Creek “The key factor here is that the Council needs to choose someone who can

walk in tomorrow morning and start full-time to get this Town back on track. We need someone who can look at this Town with an open mind and uncover the problems and implement the right solutions.”

- Bill Allen, Cave Creek“We don’t need a routine approach to business, but rather an innovator, which

Glassman has demonstrated he is.”

Sara Vanucci/The Foothills FocusBill Allen speaks during Monday’s meeting in which Rodney Glassman was voted the interim Town Manager for the Town of Cave Creek.

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Cave Creek church offers support group

STAff REPORTGood Shepherd of the Hills

Episcopal Church is hosting an educational, information and networking meeting at 10 a.m., July 13 for those dealing with cancer and their families.

The topic of the meeting is, “The emotional roller coaster ride of cancer survivorship – managing your emotions and well being.

Following a presentation their will be a discussion period. Anyone whose life has been impacted by cancer is welcome to attend the free event.

Refreshments will be served. Reservations are recommended. For information call 480-488-3283.

The church is located at 6502 E. Cave Creek Road in Cave Creek.

Cave Creek, Carefree students excelSTAff REPORT

Listed below are the accomplishments of area residents who have gone on to succeed academically at the University level.

• Meghan Speranzo of Cave Creek, graduated with a Bachelor of Arts in Public Relations from Quinnipiac University during the 82nd Undergraduate Commencement held May 19.

Speranzo was named to Who’s Who Among Students in American Universities and Colleges at Quinnipiac University’s Senior Award Ceremony on April 27. This prestigious award is given to students who are outstanding in scholarship and leadership.

The senior awards ceremony is held annually and serves to honor Quinnipiac seniors in the areas of scholarship, leadership, service, character, community service and contributions to the university community.

Quinnipiac is a private, coeducational, nonsectarian institution located 90 minutes north of New York City and two hours from Boston. The university enrolls 6,200 full-time undergraduate and 2,300 graduate students in 58 undergraduate and more than 20 graduate programs of study in its School of Business and Engineering, School of Communications, School of Education, School of Health Sciences, School of Law, Frank H. Netter MD School of Medicine, School of Nursing and College of Arts and Sciences. Quinnipiac consistently ranks among the top regional universities

in the North in U.S. News & World Report’s America’s Best Colleges issue.

• Rhiannon Kathleen Deremo from Cave Creek graduated from Centenary College with a Bachelor of Science degree at its 138th May Commencement at the John M. Reeves Student Recreation Center. The keynote speaker, Lou Reda, television producer, addressed Centenary’s graduating class of 415 students.

Founded in 1867 by the Newark Conference of the United Methodist Church, Centenary College is an independent, coeducational liberal arts and career studies college distinguished by an accomplished faculty, small class size and diverse student body. Centenary is the only baccalaureate and master’s degree granting institution in northwest New Jersey.

• Jordan Ezzell of Cave Creek, graduated from Harvey Mudd College in Claremont, CA, on May 19, 2013, earning a bachelor of science degree in computer science and mathematics, and graduating with Distinction.

Harvey Mudd College is a national leader in undergraduate education in science, technology, engineering and mathematics (STEM). The College’s mission is to educate engineers, scientists and mathematicians to become leaders in their fields and understand the impact of their work on society. Students learn to problem-solve in a hands-on, collaborative environment; do research alongside outstanding faculty; and develop leadership skills to benefit an increasingly

technological world. Located in Claremont, Calif., Harvey Mudd College is a member of The Claremont Colleges Consortium. For more information: www.hmc.edu.

• Tyler Laferriere, a resident of Cave Creek has earned placement on the Gonzaga University President’s List for spring semester 2013. Students must earn a 3.7 to 4.0 grade-point average to be listed.

Gonzaga University is a humanistic, private Catholic University providing a Jesuit education to more than 7,500 students. Situated along the Spokane River near downtown Spokane, Wash., Gonzaga is routinely recognized among the West’s best comprehensive regional universities. Gonzaga offers 75 fields of study, 25 master’s degrees, a doctorate in leadership studies, and a Juris Doctor degree through its School of Law.

• Shelli Getz of Carefree, a fourth-year student in the management program in RIT’s Saunders College of Business, made the Dean’s List for the Spring 2013 quarter.

Rochester Institute of Technology is inter- nationally recognized for academic leadership in business, computing, engineering, imaging science, liberal arts, sustainability, and fine and applied arts. In addition, the university offers unparalleled support services for deaf and hard-of-hearing students. RIT enrolls nearly 18,000 full- and part-time students in more than 200 career-oriented and professional programs, and its cooperative education program is one of the oldest and largest in the nation.

Carefree council meeting setSTAff REPORT

The Carefree Town Council will have their monthly meeting at 5 p.m., Tuesday in the Town Council Chambers located at 100 Easy Street.

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Arizona-native and Cave Creek resident Joan Webb Dodd, 82, died June 15, 2013, following surgery and treatment, for an injury incurred in a fall working at her real estate office on May 31. During her hospitalization, she was attended night and day by her children and grand children.

She was interred at the Cave Creek Pioneer Cemetery, at Pima and Cave Creek Roads in the Town of Carefree on Saturday. Her family and friends gathered at a sunset graveside service to offer their farewells, following a reception at her home in nearby Cave Creek, where she lived for the past 40 years.

Webb Dodd was born on October 15, 1930 in the small Arizona mining community of Miami, where her father Carroll was Supervisor at the Inspiration Mine. Her mother Mamie Eleanor (Robinette) Webb, raised Joan and her younger brother Robert Webb in the difficult days of

America’s Great Depression. Joan attended Miami High School

and married Ford Dodd of Globe, whose parents Klondike and Lucretia were a newspaper editor and insurance office administrator. Joan and Ford attended the University of Arizona. He graduated from law school and Joan graduated with her B.A. in liberal arts. She later earned her Masters in Education from Arizona State University, with a classroom focus on special education students. Licensed in 1972, Joan worked full time as a Realtor for 41 years. Her clients became generational and many new residents to Arizona were assisted in their relocations by Joan’s efforts.

She served her industry at the national, state and local board level, was in government affairs and spent decades assisting legislative advocacy on issues impacting private property rights and was heavily involved with the Realtor Land Institute. She was also appointed to serve at the state level and accepted a gubernatorial appointment to the Arizona Structural Pest Control Commission, the Real Estate Commissioner’s Select Committee and at the community level for the Town of Cave Creek’s Planning & Zoning Commission.

Joan is survived by brother Bob of Billings, MT and his wife Helen Webb. Her living children include Lance, Randy, Clark and Lynn. Joan’s grandchildren are Marion, Andrew, Ford, Myriah and Kelly.

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All great film directors began somewhere, usually as kids with a great idea, expansive imagination and a few crazy friends. Our own Steven Spielberg, made his leap toward the movie business right here in the Valley at Arcadia High School. He moved from school film project to what we know today. Children ranging in age from 8 to 18 are invited to attend Desert Foothills Theater’s Summer Film Camp , July 8-19. Jeremy Andorfer, a professional filmmaker, will guide students through storyboarding, filming to green screen, editing and more. Those interested in participating can sign up with Desert Foothills Theater, desertfoothillstheater.com or call 480-488-1981.

Does your heart pound faster when you hear the duets from The Phantom of the Opera? Do you gasp with hope at the voices of Les Miserables filling the air with the songs of survival? Ken and Brenda Goodenberger will sing a series

of Broadway tunes during, The Music of the Night at 6 p.m., July 14 at Venues Café, in Carefree. Tickets are $40, for a glass of wine, appetizers and the show. Dinner is available for an additional $35. Sign up can be completed on the Desert Foothills Theater website, or by calling 480-488-1981.

Desert Foothills Theater has released their 2013-14 season.

The lineup includes:Disney’s Little Mermaid, Jr.Joseph and the Amazing Technicolor

Dream CoatLittle Shop of HorrorsA Funny Thing Happened on the Way

to the ForumDon’t Dress for DinnerA Midsummer Night’s DreamSeason subscriptions are now available

for the best seats of the season atdesertfoothillstheater.com or call 480-

488-1981. Also, check the website for all DFT’s opportunities to volunteer. Sign-up to make new friends and help out in all levels of the production process.

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President quiets on censure of tax dodgesBarack Obama has never

minced words about the Cayman Islands. As an Illinois senator, Obama co-sponsored legislation to crack down on

w e a l t h y A m e r i c a n indiv iduals a n d corporations u s i n g o f f s h o r e investments and tax shelters to avoid and to

minimize what they would owe the U.S. in taxes.

As a presidential candidate, speaking of Ugland House in the Cayman islands — which, according to a 2008 investigation by the U.S. Government Accountability Office, served as the registered office for 18,857 entities (nearly half of which had U. S. billing addresses) — Barack Obama spoke bluntly: “You’ve got a building in the Cayman Islands that supposedly houses 12,000 corporations. That’s either the biggest building or the biggest tax scam on record.”

During the 2012 campaign, Republican nominee Mitt Romney — having lacked the wit or the imagination during his six-year quest to divest himself of the political liability of his offshore holdings — became a punching bag for the Obama campaign. Recall Romney’s unsuccessful London visit for the Olympics? All the time Romney was overseas, the Obama camp was running an attack ad that began with the president, on camera, stating,

“I approve this message,” which told the viewer that Mitt Romney “had millions in a Swiss bank account” and “tax havens like Bermuda and the Cayman Islands.”

The argument has understandable appeal. Investments and wealth in these offshore tax havens, which have no corporate taxes and no taxes on capital gains, are shrouded in secrecy. As Romney told Robert Costa of the National Review, while explaining why, as a presidential candidate, he had kept his own island accounts, “The so-called offshore account in the Cayman Islands, for instance, is an account established by a U.S. firm to allow foreign investors to invest in U.S. enterprises and not be subject to taxes outside of their own jurisdiction.” That’s pretty straightforward: The offshore account’s purpose is to enable the investor to avoid paying taxes he could otherwise owe to the U.S. Treasury.

Of course, our neighborhood dry cleaner, barber or bakery has neither the deep pockets nor the high-priced accountants necessary to minimize or avoid the taxes they owe by setting up a dummy corporation in the Cayman Islands.

But hold on. It turns out that Barack Obama is outraged by wealthy individuals profiting from Cayman Islands accounts only if those wealthy individuals are card-carrying Republicans.

First, it was revealed that Jack Lew, whom President Obama nominated and whom the Senate eventually confirmed as secretary of the treasury, had,

as an executive of Citigroup, a Cayman Islands account worth the pocket-change amount of $56,000 located at the aforementioned Ugland House — “either the largest building in the world or the largest tax scam in the world” — on the Cayman Islands. Citigroup, let the record show, had only 121 such accounts.

Next came Penny Pritzker, Chicago billionaire and hotel executive, whom Obama nominated to be secretary of commerce. Her disclosure report revealed that she had received some $53.6 million last year from an offshore trust in the Bahamas. That’s a whole lot more than millionaire Mitt Romney earned from his offshore accounts.

Most recently, President Obama chose his Harvard Law School classmate and friend, Michael Froman, his longtime economic advisor, to be the U.S. Trade Representative. Thanks to The New York Times’ Jonathan Weisman, we find that Froman, another alumnus of Citigroup, held $490,845 in a fund managed by his employer and housed — you guessed it — at Ugland House.

Three presidential nominees, all with serious offshore holdings, demand some serious explaining from the White House. Are offshore investments only evil when Republicans make them and somehow insignificant when they enrich Democrats?

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

ShIElDS

Lack of religion hurts U.S.It was interesting to watch

the state of Texas recently pass a law that allows anyone to say the greeting “Merry Christmas”

in the state’s p u b l i c schools and bu i ld i ngs. Gov. Rick P e r r y signed the law saying he wished it wasn’t necessa r y,

but, in his opinion, protecting the words “Merry Christmas” has to be done because they are under fire from the freedom-from-religion crew.

America has been heading down the secular road for decades, and a new Gallup poll reinforces that. When asked whether religion is losing its influence on American life, 77 percent said yes. Just 20 percent disagreed.

But another question in the same poll was more instructive: “If more Americans were religious, would that be a positive or a negative for American society?” An astounding 75 percent said it would be positive. Only 17 percent believe it would be negative. Eight percent don’t know.

Here’s what I know. It is not easy to be religious in a culture that encourages individualism and materialism at the same time. Little children are by nature selfish; they want what they want. They must be taught to be generous and to think about the needs of others.

But many parents do not do that. They don’t have time. They are too busy getting stuff for themselves. Thus, the urchins grow up to be selfish and insensitive.

More than 80 percent of Americans describe themselves as “Christian,” a philosophy that demands self-sacrifice and loving others as yourself. But that message largely has been lost because it’s not a moneymaker, and there is no charismatic Christian leader in sight.

I mean, when was the last time you saw an American religious leader capture the attention of the American public? Billy Graham was the last Christian preacher to have a national following.

My own religion, Roman Catholicism, is in steep decline in this country.

Many churches are half-empty on Sundays, especially in the big cities. The priest scandals seriously damaged the moral authority of the church, but for the faithful, the problem goes far beyond that.

Last Sunday, I took my two children to mass, and we had a priest from Nigeria. He’s a nice man, but you can’t understand him unless you’re from Nigeria, which my family is not. So we sat there for almost 20 minutes while the priest spoke about Jesus from the pulpit. I did recognize the name Jesus but little else. My kids slipped into comas.

Religious leaders have an obligation to spread the good word. How many of them are doing that effectively?

If you believe the Gallup poll, Americans want a religious nation because they know a strong moral foundation brings much more freedom than a free-fire zone of self-absorbed behavior. Once upon a time, most Americans did not have to lock their doors or watch their children every second of the day. Now, drug addiction and other destructive behaviors have driven crime and degeneracy into almost every American neighborhood. Religion opposes self-destruction and criminal activity. It is sinful. It does not lead to prosperity in this world or the next.

Communicated in the right way, Judeo-Christian philosophy and the religions that uphold it bind a citizenry together in pursuit of a just and generous society. That is the spirit that most Americans admire and want to reignite. But we need some leaders to light up the pathway.

Where are they?Veteran TV news anchor

Bill O’Reilly is host of the Fox News show “The O’Reilly Factor” and author of the book “Pinheads and Patriots: Where You Stand in the Age of Obama.” To find out more about Bill O’Reilly, and read features by other Creators Syndicate writers and cartoonists, visit the Creators Syndicate web page at www.creators.com. This column originates on the website www.billoreilly.com.

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fURNITURE fOR SAlE. Antique mahogany hutch $150, Armoire Pine $125, Antique hall Tree $100. 512-638-1511

Sage Green Sectional sofa w/ 3 recliners, 3 yrs old, mint condition, $600. Dining Room Set. Hutch and Table, 6 chairs, will seat 10, $700. 602-510-2086

INSTRUCTION

NEED CLASS A CDL TRAINING? Start a CAREER in trucking today! Swift Academies offer PTDI certified courses and offer “Best-in-Class” training. New Academy classes weekly; no money down or credit check; certified mentors ready and available; paid (while training with mentor); regional and dedicated opportunities. Great career path. Excellent benefits package. Please call: (520)226-8706. (AzCAN)

MEDICAL BILLING TRAINEES Needed! Train to become a Medical Office Assistant. No Experience Needed! Job placement after online training! HS Diploma/GED & PC/Internet needed. 1-888-926-6058. (AzCAN)

lIVESTOCK & SUPPlIES

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

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

2 – billiards Cues. 2 piece 21oz Dufferin banner & 21oz mcDermot, cases included, $250 each obo. 623-551-5803

Vermeer Flatbed trailer. 8x12 with fold down ramps. Heavy duty, 3 axle, new tires, lights, wiring & chains. $2000 obo 928-910-2290 Free Hot Tub, needs heater, you pick up. 14pc – 7 7/8in X 10ft pipe. 6pc – 2in x 6in x 15ft Ibeam. Metal shelves, plus more. No honest offer refused. 623-374-9576

mISC WANTEDFree Clean fill dirt wanted near New River and Circle Mtn. roads. Some rocks OK 847-738-1194

Wanted: CASH PAID for guns, wagon wheels, wagons, anvils, wooden barrels, western antiques. 623-742-0369 / 602-214-5692

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.govSheltie & Collie rescue have beautiful dogs for adoption. 480-488-5711 SundustSDA @aol.com

SERVICES OffERED

NuYu Aesthetics is a brand new medical aesthetics practice located inside Spark Day Spa Suites at The happy Valley Towne Center, 2501 West happy Valley Rd, Phoenix 85085. Introductory Offers: botox - $7.00/unit (Reg. $10/unit) Juvederm - $349/syringe (Reg. $399/syringe) Special Package: 20 units botox +1 syringe Juvederm - $469 (Reg. $599) Earn fREE botox when you host a “botox Party”! Call 623-282-6413 or 623-806-9060. Website: nuyu.me

Dave’s mobile Trailer Service - Inspect / Repair / Replace - Grease Seals, bearings, magnets, brakes & Weld & Electrical Repairs. www.davesmobiletrailerservice.com 602-361-6551

SUmmER SPECIAl: $250.00 for individual Will package. legal Document preparer - 623-282-1377. QUICK - EASY - EffICIENT! Other legal documents available too.

hOmE WATCh & CONCIERGE fOR PART-TImE RESIDENTS leave this summer knowing that Your property is being cared for. local, Reliable, bonded & Insured www.northvalleyhomeservices.com 480-567-6029rEAl ESTATE rEAl ESTATE rEAl ESTATE

CLASSIFIEDSPlease visit our website at www.thefoothillsfocus.com to place your classified.

Rate for classifieds are $20 for the first 20 words then $.50 per word after and must be prepaid. Deadline for classifieds is Wed. at 5pm for the following Wed. issue. Classifieds may also be faxed to 623-465-1363.

Please note that NO ClASSIfIEDS WIll bE ACCEPTED OVER ThE PhONE.

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Foothills Food Bank & Resource Center now at a new location!

We are now located at 6038 E. Hidden Valley RD.,

Cave Creek, AZ 85331

Clients need to bring proof of where they live and identification for each individual living in the household.

Hours of operation are -Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, 9 a.m. to 3 p.m.

Thursday, Friday, 10 a.m. to 4 p.m.Tuesday, Thursday evenings, 5:30 to 8 p.m.

480-488-1145

Please come see us!

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