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North Valley Regional Library kicks off summer reading program

ANTHEM – Every hero has a story at the North Valley Regional Library! The library kicked off the Maricopa County Regional Library 2015 Summer Reading Program on June 2.

Families who stopped by the library signed up for summer reading and took part in a variety of activities, including face painting, superhero mask decorating, and Arizona Science Center experiments. More activities are planned throughout the summer. The summer reading program runs through Aug. 1.

Summer Reading Program participants will earn one point for every minute added to their reading logs and will earn prizes at 250 points and 500 points.

Readers of all ages can join the program, and it’s completely free to participate.

Sign up for summer reading at mcld.azsummerreading.org.

TARA ALATORRESTAFF

CAVE CREEK – The Cave Creek Town Council unanimously agreed to advertise in the Sonoran News, despite the Cave Creek-based publication not meeting the statutory definition of a newspaper and many residents speaking out against the recommendation, at the public meeting on June 1.

Since the Sonoran News does not meet the state requirements of a newspaper, legally the town can’t use the publication to advertise its public and legal notices. However, if the public notices are also published in a qualifying newspaper besides

the Sonoran News, then technically it complies with the state requirements, according to Gary Birnbaum, an attorney representing the town.

“Our analysis is that the Sonoran News does not meet the criteria, period,” said Birnbaum. “You comply with the state statute by using the Capitol Times, or the Republic, or the Gila Bend News.”

On legal recommendation, Councilman Thomas McGuire added an amendment to the motion stating that the Sonoran News would publish the town’s legal notices in a qualifying newspaper, the Gila Bend Sun,

ELIZABETH MEDORASTAFF

ANTHEM – Starting next school year, students at Canyon Springs School will have the opportunity to learn Spanish with free classes for kindergarten through eighth grade.

Canyon Springs is the first school in the Deer Valley Unified School District to offer Spanish classes to all students in the school. The school’s PTSA is helping to fund the Spanish language program.

Canyon Springs has a motto of preparing learners to succeed in a global society. The new Spanish language program joins the Renaissance Gifted and STEM Academy programs

offered at the school. All of the programs give students resources for sought-after career fields and provide global life skills.

Principal Tricia V. Graham shared the reasoning behind offering the Spanish language program.

“The teachers and administrators in the Boulder Creek Region of DVUSD schools pride ourselves in offering innovative programs for learners and families seeking global and unique educational opportunities,” Graham noted. She also offered a personal perspective as a parent with two elementary school-aged children.

“I am not only an educator, but

a parent as well,” Graham said. “When we make educational decisions at Canyon Springs STEM Academy, I always ask myself, “Is this best for kids and would I want this for my own children?” If the answer is “Yes,” then it is something I will work hard to implement.”

Full-time teacher Andrea Schwartz has been hired for the Spanish program. Many of the rest of the Canyon Springs staff members will be participating in the program, too.

“Many of our teachers (including me) are interested in learning Spanish, as well,” commented Graham. “We are excited to include an online component for our students

to practice, learn, and engage

with their families at home.”

Spanish classes will be offered

to all K-6 students. These classes

will be added to the specials

rotation schedule. Classes

will be offered as an

elective for grades 7-8. “Our seventh and eighth grade

students will be taught Spanish 1 every day for a full year,”

Cave Creek Council votes 7-0 for town advertising change

Canyon Springs to offer free Spanish classes for all students

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Arizona Republic for advertising, but Councilman Mark Lipsky, who brought the recommendation to the council, says that “for better or worse,” the Sonoran News is “the paper of record of this town.”

“The most important thing to me is the dissemination of information, and the information is best disseminated through the Sonoran News, like it or not,” said Lipsky while he seconded the motion.

However, Allison Peters, who represented the Arizona Republic, says it reaches 2,113 of around 5,000 Cave Creek residents and is an audited paper through a third party, Alliance for Audited Media.

“The value in running an advertisement or whatever it is with a publication that is paid for, is the people have paid for it and have a vested interest in reading it,” said Peters when speaking to the council members. “People can get a free publication, but are they reading it? You can’t prove that.”

Many residents of Cave Creek spoke out against the motion to advertise in the Sonoran News because the paper did not meet the statutory definition of a newspaper, and also expressing concerns that it was a form of payback to a publication that supported the newly elected council members in the recent recall elections.

Resident Nina Spitzer went on record saying that the four newly elected council members should excuse themselves from voting on this particular agenda item for ethical reasons.

“The Sonoran News directly supported you and campaigned to get you where you are, so it seems to me that would be the ethical thing to do,” Spitzer said.

Cave Creek resident Kerry Smith urged

the council to not make any changes to town advertisements until a full survey and cost analysis was conducted by qualified staff members.

“It seems to me that you run a risk of compromising the public trust in your decision making,” said Smith when asking the council to vote against the motion.

Don Sorchych, publisher and editor of the Sonoran News, spoke at the meeting, saying that his paper goes to every single listed postal address in the town, and he assumes that is what the council will want for advertising purposes.

Sorchych denied that the advertising change prompted by newly elected Councilwoman Susan Clancy and Councilman Lipsky was a payback gesture.

“For anyone to say that they [council] are voting because we were for them, it’s because we’re best qualified,” said Sorchych when addressing the town at the council meeting.

Councilman Steve LaMar denied the accusations of the town council gifting favors to the Sonoran News because of its outspoken support of the newly elected town council members during the recent recall elections.

“I support this for one reason,” said Councilman LaMar when explaining why he supported the motion. “This is the way most people in Cave Creek can find out what’s coming before this town council and can participate.”

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community news‘Love Our Locals’ savings program

CAVE CREEK – Cave Creek and Carefree are showing appreciation for local shoppers with this summer’s ‘Love Our Locals’ program. Summer time is a slow time for local merchants, so the two sister towns have teamed up on a program to generate business for the local merchants, as well as show appreciation for local consumers.

Any resident of Cave Creek or Carefree showing their driving license will receive a discount of 10 percent or more at participating merchants. Discounts and restrictions may differ between merchants. Participating merchants will display a ‘Love Our Locals’ logo in their window.

A listing of participating merchants will be posted on both the Cave Creek Merchants & Events and Carefree/Cave Creek Chamber sites. Currently, Cave Creek Olive Oil Co., Suzanne’s Hot Stuff, The Village Coffee Shop, Big Earl’s Greasy Eats, Blue Coyote, Buffalo Chip Saloon, Harold’s Corral, A Couple of Green Thumbs, Sockfish Trading Co., Hogs n’ Horses, Un Jour en France, and Cave Creek Candles & Gifts

are all participating, and more shops are being added daily.

The program will run now through Sept. 30. The towns of Cave Creek and Carefree are proud of their local merchants and encourage local residents and visitors alike to patronize local shops and restaurants.

Carefree and Cave Creek merchants interested in participating can contact [email protected] to receive details and a ‘Love Our Locals’ logo.

Summer fun discounts at SUBWAY®

ANTHEM – SUBWAY® Restaurants of Arizona is offering customers a coupon for one free child’s ticket to either Sea Life Arizona Aquarium in Tempe or Legoland California with the purchase of an adult admission ticket at regular price, which is up to $59 in savings.

The discount coupons are available at participating local SUBWAY® restaurants now through June 30. Coupons are not valid for groups or with any other offers; the coupons have no cash value.

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DAR announces student essay winners

CAVE CREEK – Five Bella Vista College Preparatory School students have been selected as student essay winners in the Black Mountain Foothills Chapter of the Daughters of the American Revolution American History and Christopher Columbus Essay Contests.

Congratulations to David Kraft, 5th grade; Victor Kraft, 6th grade; Freya Schalla, 7th grade; Christopher Rasmussen, 8th grade; and Madison Zeller, High School winner, all from Bella Vista Prep.

The Daughters of the American Revolution regularly sponsors essay contests for 5th-12th grade. See the chapter Web site, http://blackmtnfoothills.weebly.com, for more information about these contests.

MIM holds Educator Appreciation Month

PHOENIX – July is Educator Appreciation Month at the Musical Instrument Museum, when all pre-K through twelfth-grade teachers and administrators can visit the museum for free.

Current teachers, school and district administrators, registered student teachers, teacher’s aides and homeschool educators will be granted complimentary admission with a school- or district-issued ID, fingerprint clearance card, or (for homeschool educators) an affidavit of intent.

For more details, see www.MIM.org or facebook.com/MIMphx.

Business networking breakfast, June 25

CAVE CREEK – The Carefree Cave Creek Chamber of Commerce Business Breakfast will be held at Harold’s Corral in Cave Creek on Thursday, June 25, at 8 a.m.

Everyone is welcome to attend and network and make new business connections. Cost is $7 for members, $10 for nonmembers and includes breakfast.

Harold’s Corral is located at 6895 E. Cave Creek Road, in Cave Creek. For more information, call the Chamber at (480) 488-3363 or go online to http://carefree cavecreek.org.

DVFRC summer workshops offered

PHOENIX – The Deer Valley Family Resource Center is holding extra summer workshops this year.

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Cactus Shadows receives ASU grant

CAVE CREEK – Cactus Shadows High School in the Cave Creek Unified School District has been named by Arizona State University as one of their three partner school districts for their new acquired Languages Flagship Linkages grant.

As a part of this grant, CSHS will be engaging with ASU to develop and implement a dynamic language program for students aspiring to participate in Advanced Placement Chinese classes for the purpose of achieving a high level of Chinese language proficiency before college. This ASU partnership will provide students of Cactus Shadows with new learning opportunities.

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Nighttime restrictions on the I-17 this week

PHOENIX – I-17 drivers in the north valley can expect mostly-overnight restrictions over the next week while the Arizona Department of Transportation moves ahead with a project to install traffic-management technology, including overhead message signs, along the freeway between Loop 101 and Anthem Way. The Freeway Management System already is in place along much of the Phoenix-area freeway system and is now being expanded along I-17 north of Loop 101 and on Loop 303 west of I-17 to the 51st Avenue area.

Although subject to change due to inclement weather, the following I-17 overnight restrictions are scheduled:• I-17 narrowed to two

lanes in both directions overnight between Jomax Rd. and Dixileta Dr. from 11 p.m. Wednesday to 5 a.m. Thursday (June 11) for installation of overhead sign structures.

• Southbound I-17 narrowed to two lanes overnight between Dove Valley Rd. and Dixileta Dr. from 11 p.m. Friday to 5 a.m. Saturday (June 13) for installation of an overhead sign structure. Southbound traffic will be stopped temporarily as needed for approximately 30 minutes during the overnight work.

• Northbound I-17 narrowed to three lanes overnight between Jomax Rd. and Dixileta Dr. from 11 p.m. Saturday to 5 a.m. Sunday (June 14) for installation of an overhead sign structure. Northbound traffi c will be stopped temporarily as needed for approximately 30 minutes during the overnight work.

Drivers should allow for extra travel time and use caution in work zones.

The $4.8 million project started last September and is scheduled for completion by fall 2015. In all, crews will install seven new overhead message signs above I-17, along with 15 new digital traffic cameras to help track conditions along the freeway. Pavement sensors that also will provide data about

traffic flow are being installed. Drivers also will continue to

notice crews doing installation work on weekdays during daytime hours, 6 a.m. to 5 p.m., along the freeway shoulders and ramps in the area. Motorists are urged to stay alert, especially when workers are out along the freeway.

Anthem Pets seeking Core Team volunteers

ANTHEM – Anthem Pets is in need of more volunteers. The Core Team of volunteers is working in multiple different roles, and they need help.

Volunteers and fosters are vital components of Anthem Pets. Foster families have been responding to the continuing requests to foster new animals; however, many Core Team positions have gone unfilled for months. Volunteers are greatly needed for the roles of Cat Adoption Coordinator, Dog Adoption Coordinator, Pet Hotline Volunteers, Database Entry Volunteers, and Pet Photographer.

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in June, most of Arizona’s courtrooms either are empty or are covered by substitute judges. Why? Arizona trial court and appellate judges are required each year to attend the annual state judicial conference. It rotates every other year between Phoenix and Tucson and is held the week before the State Bar of Arizona’s annual convention, which many practicing attorneys (and judges) attend.

The annual judicial conference is not the only opportunity for judges to receive continuing education, but it is the only one that is mandatory for them to attend. This year’s presenters include Kimberly Papillon, who will address the topic of implicit bias, and Dr. Isaiah Zimmerman, who will speak about mental well-being for judges.

My favorite presentation each year is from a law school dean, Erwin Chemerinsky, who will provide his annual review of recent decisions by the U.S. Supreme Court. Other sessions will address such topics as recent developments in criminal law, evidence, judicial ethics, and victims’ rights.

Friday’s concluding plenary will feature Suzanne Peterson from Arizona State University’s W.P. Carey School of Business. Her topic is how credibility and integrity are foundations for effective leadership.

There are also classes that focus on problems within family relationships. These include: Managing the Dependency Courtroom (juvenile court); Reasonable Efforts: Unreasonable Climate (focus is on the court’s responsibility to oversee child protection cases); Treatment of Domestic Violence Offenders; Child Safety Assessment: Safe Removal and Return (when to remove and when to return a child); and The Relationship between the Department of Child Services and the Courts.

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Have you ever been so excited to go somewhere that you showed up early? Yes, it seems the thrill and anticipation for Manuel, the friendly tarantula, has caused him to arrive two months early at my friend, Diane’s house! So one, hairy little fellow came “home” again for his annual visit. Well, let me tell the story from the very beginning.

How tolerant are you of houseguests? Imagine if they come unannounced (at around the same time each year), want the run of the house, and have eight legs. You might recall, that my friend, Diane, has had a tarantula, fondly named Manuel, who has been visiting her home since 1990! It all started one July day, over twenty-four years ago, when Diane noticed something with a big belly and hairy legs walking into her house through an open door (no, it wasn’t her neighbor). Yikes, a spider of the biggest, furriest kind was strutting around her kitchen!

From that moment on, a tradition (or migration pattern) was started. Each year, the tarantula arrives usually sometime in late July, hanging around until the end of September or early October. He leaves the same way he arrives, quietly and without any fanfare. He makes the perfect houseguest, since he finds his own food, doesn’t demand too much attention and pretty much goes about his routine, not getting in anyone’s way. Manuel walks around the house, on the counters, on the ceilings, into the shower – he goes everywhere!

Consider the kind heart and calm disposition that it takes to open your home to a big, fat spider! Not a pet, nor a companion, just a little creature

of God that strolled innocently in through an open door. After checking out the premises and the occupant, this tarantula liked what he found. He’s been coming back annually, with pretty much the same behaviors and habits. Like an old friend, he just likes to “hang out.”

Diane keeps her eyes open this time of year for her hairy friend, never sure when and where he’ll turn up. A few years ago, Diane got a heart-pounding surprise when one morning she grabbed her sack of Velcro curlers, reached into the bag and found Manuel sitting in the midst of pink rollers! That must have been one hair-raising scream, because even the dogs came running to see what the ruckus

was all about. (That summer Diane wore her hair straight). Yes, Manuel makes quite an entrance when he comes back!

A few weeks ago, Diane was sitting on her patio one evening, and watched a furry friend saunter up her driveway, walk onto the porch, and through the doggy door into her kitchen. He paused, looked around, allowed the dog to sniff him, and then happily disappeared down the hallway, glad to be home.

Did you know that female tarantulas can live up to twenty-five years? The males?

Not so lucky. Usually the males have a life span of ten to twelve years. It seems after the male mates, it weakens him and his life is soon over. (Sadly my husband agrees.) Could Manuel really be a girl? Or is this an offspring of Manuel? I guess we’ll never know, but he seems to have found “true love” when it comes to Diane. What else could explain his unusual behavior?

The arachnid specialist at the Phoenix Zoo speculates that this tarantula has an established migration path each year to

include Diane’s home. And it

is likely this migration pattern

could have been “imprinted”

in the offspring. What does

Manuel do at Diane’s house?

Well, he just strolls around;

sometimes he can be seen on a

wall, or sitting on the back of

her sofa, watching television,

or snoozing in the corner of her

bedroom. He just seems to “fit

in” and mostly keeps to himself.

Last summer, I had my own

spider encounter. I walked into

a stall in my barn, doing the

morning chores and found a

large tarantula on the ground.

Fearing that one of my horses

might step on him, I grabbed

a shovel and very carefully

scooped him up and headed out

of the barn. He glared at me

with his beady eyes and I was

scared he might jump up at me.

As if perched on an amusement

ride, my spider sat on the shovel

while I ran around trying to

figure out where to put him.

The arena? No, a raven might

pick him up. I headed over to

the pasture, thinking maybe he’d

like grass. No, a snake could

be there. Suddenly, I realized

I had no idea where he might

want to go, much less where

he ought to be! I ran back into

the barn and set him down in

the exact spot where I found

him. He quickly walked up the

stall door, probably dizzy from

our encounter.

Well, Manuel is back and

that is all that matters! Dear

Readers, we can all rest easy,

because while there are plenty

of problems in the world, the

earth seems to be spinning on

its proper axis and the stars are

lined up just right. Life is good,

because one big, happy spider,

seems to have found his way

back “home.” If you see one

of our Arizona wonders, the

tarantula, please look kindly

and do not be afraid. They make

perfect houseguests.

Judy Bluhm is a writer and local realtor. Have a story or a comment? Email Judy at judy@judy bluhm.com.

Pictured: Manuel, the hairy houseguest


Black Canyon City’s bodybuilding bartender to compete in July

BLACK CANYON CITY – Black Canyon City resident Renee Brown, bartender and bodybuilder, is gearing up for a July competition. A fundraiser is being held for her on June 20, at the Javalina Crossing in Black Canyon City.

Brown competed on June 28, 2014 at the West Coast Classic in Monterey Park, Calif. a annual national qualifying Body Building competition where Ms. Brown placed 2nd in her class and 5th in the open bringing home two trophies. Her 2nd place finish qualified her for the opportunity to compete in a national level competition for a chance to earn a pro card.

Brown is now preparing for the NPC USA National Championship *IFBB Pro Qualifier* in Las Vegas, Nev., on July 24-25. A fundraiser for Brown is being organized by Julie Owings, at the Javalina

Crossing where Brown works, on Saturday, June 20, 4-8 p.m. There will be a live auction run by Raymond Owings. If you have anything you would like to donate to Brown’s cause, please bring it to the fundraiser or contact the Javalina for details on how to contact Julie Owings or Renee Brown so they can arrange to meet with you. There will also be a potluck at

the event, so bring your favorite dish! The Javalina will be providing live music.

Brown has been a resident of Black Canyon City since May 2003. Working full time in Anthem and part time at The Javalina Crossing, Brown is able to afford to compete in these events. As a 45 year-old mother of three and grandmother of three, she works to be an inspiration to others. Brown shares, “My actual dream is to acquire my pro card and one day to open my own gym/personal training studio to inspire and help others reach their own personal goals and live healthier, happy lives.”

Brown’s transformation to become a healthier, happier woman began in 2001. With an exercise plan and good nutrition plan given to her by Richard Langlois of RDL Training LLC, she has lost 68 lbs. and has toned and built muscle for a solid, healthy 147lbs. when she not competing. Langlois is a competitive bodybuilder and personal trainer, and Brown attributes a lot of her success to his guidance.

Best wishes to Renee Brown in the upcoming competition!

Pictured: Renee Brown with her granddaughter Lainey.

NEW RIVER – A natural gas leak was reported in an Arroyo Norte home on June 2, around noon. Daisy Mountain Fire Department quickly responded to the call, and the gas leak did not cause any injuries.

“Daisy Mountain Fire Department units were dispatched for a natural gas leak,” said DMFD Captain Dave Wilson. “Upon arrival, units confirmed that in fact there was a leak. The leak was quickly mitigated, and no injuries were reported.”

Residents who think they might have a natural gas leak should leave the area and call 911 immediately. Residents can also call Southwest Gas at 1(877) 860-6020, even if they are not Southwest Gas customers.

Southwest Gas reports that

the signs of a natural gas leak

include a smell similar to rotten

eggs, a hissing or roaring sound

from the ground, piping, or

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letter to the editor

Dear Editor,

In the last three months since I read in your newspaper that Mary Beth Zahn is the acting Community Manager, I have experienced nothing but hardships with compliance issues. I have also read in local publications and on social media that other community members are voicing their displeasure with Mary Beth.

I am a local Realtor in town and hold houses open for clients in order to try and sell the home. I have received phone calls and emails from Mary Beth demanding I take my open house signs down because they are not the right color. One time, Mary Beth called telling me to take my signs down; they were not even mine. Being a Realtor and one that is just starting out, open houses are very important and need to be held and have signs in order to be successful.

Also, at my Anthem residence, I have received a fine for a vehicle which was not mine, parked on the street. I have seen motor homes with slide-

outs extended into the street on several occasions. Also, with the parking issues in the Paseo community, as a realtor the first question I get asked by a client is, ‘Where do I park?’ I have to disclose to them that there is no parking on the street whatsoever and the fine is $125. Then they look around and see 20 cars on the street. It is part of my job to sell Anthem as a community to my clients and bring families to our community, and it’s becoming very hard due to these issues.

I am not trying to say I am being picked on or point fingers. My point is, the year before Mary Beth took over, I never had an issue, never read anything about who the community manager was, never heard others chatting about how they dislike the community manager in publications or on social media. I do not believe she is a good candidate for the position, as it seems she is abusing her powers.

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Color Can Interfere with Our ConceptsSHEA STANFIELDARTS COLUMNIST

Abstract expressionist artist Georges Braque once observed, “Color can give rise to sensations which would interfere with our conception of space.” Such is the case with local artist Cecilia Colton’s vibrant, energetic, and spell-binding canvases. From the beginning, Cecilia was an abstract artist. Her first paint experience was even before she attended school, with cups of colored finger paints and a large white sheet of butcher paper spread across the floor. Her dad, a successful, well-known artist and sculptor always told her to express herself: “Pour your passion into the paint, and the rest will take care of itself.”

Just as Joni Mitchell sings about “living in a box of paints,” Cecilia has taken the concept to heart as well, studying the work of her own artistic heroes,

Pablo Picasso, Frank Bowling, Elaine Fried de Kooning, Jean-Michel Basquiat, and our own beloved Andy Warhol. Always expressive, bold, adventurous, and fearless, Cecilia has made abstract style her creative home. Growing up in Monaca, Pennsylvania in what she describes as an “idyllic setting” where horses, deer, pheasants, and peacocks roamed the family property,” everything became an inspiration for shapes in color for abstract impressionist style.

Cecilia’s formal training in art took place in numerous art classes at Carnegie Tech in Pittsburg, where one of her heroes, Andy Warhol, studied, as well. She eventually completed a degree in Business. Cecilia was also influenced by her mom, an interior decorator, who taught her daughter the

magic of color in concert with shapes and texture. Cecilia is currently enrolled at the New York School of Art and Design, finishing her Interior Design degree.

Cecilia paints everyday in her studio filled with great light and music. Weather permitting; she also enjoys painting “plein aire” inspired by the natural world.

Cecilia shares, much of the time if she “thinks, hears, or sees it,” the “it” ends up in the painting she is working on. Her work has been seen in shows in Pennsylvania, New York, and now at the El Pedregal Art Gallery at the Boulders. She is active in the community participating in Artists Forums and donating her work to raise funds for a good cause. She also gets together with several artist

friends for painting parties, which are extremely effecting in motivating, sharing, and creating on a cooperative level.

Cecilia is moving into the realm of experimenting with mixed mediums. As she would describe it, “I love the dimension and affects in producing work with ink, acrylics, and oils. I am drawn to the intensity of the color and the healing qualities

it possesses.” She is also excited

about expanding her business in

the coming year and working

on more than a few commission

pieces. To view Cecilia Colton’s

work or to obtain contact

information, visit her Web site:

www.ceciliacolton.com.

Contact Arts Columnist

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Pictured: Cecilia Colton


CANYON SPRINGScontinued from page 1

Graham said. “Our goal is to offer Spanish II for 8th graders in during the 2016/17 school year in order for students to test out of Spanish 1-2 and qualify to take Spanish 3-4 as freshmen at Boulder Creek.”

Many research studies have shown that students who learn a second language perform better in multiple academic areas, thanks to increased problem-solving skills. The American Council on the Teaching of Foreign Languages cites over 30 studies, going back decades, that link cognitive development, memory skills, verbal and spatial skills, and problem-solving ability with learning a second language at a young age. A policy brief from the National Education Association states that, “The ability to understand, read, write, and speak in more than one language enhances cross-cultural communication skills.” The NEA brief also reports that, “Global competence enhances overall academic achievement. Students acquire global competence through the study of a second language, which is also linked with enhanced cognitive development, higher-order thinking, and creativity.”

Graham, who has worked as a teacher and as a principal throughout her career, offered perspective on the benefits of learning a second language.

“I think it opens doors to our students for future job and career opportunities,” Graham said. “I also look forward to the cultural learning component we will offer. When our students learn about other Latin and Spanish cultures around the world, we spark curiosity, understanding, and acceptance of others. I recently read an article about second language acquisition. A quote from that resonated with me, ‘It expands your worldview, so that you not only know more, you know differently.’”

Parents interested in enrolling their child in Canyon Springs can see more about the school at canyonsprings.dvusd.org. The school is currently closed for the summer and will reopen on July 28. Enrollments for Canyon Springs will be accepted at Boulder Creek High School Monday-Thursday, July 7-22.

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NVCA receives $750,000 grant towards new campus

ANTHEM – North Valley

Christian Academy has received

a three-year $750,000 challenge

grant that will support the

school’s planned new campus

in Phoenix. This anonymous

grant will match new donations

dollar-for-dollar. NVCA has

been raising funds for the new

campus through the ‘Steps of

Faith’ campaign; their goal is to

raise $5.5 million.

On June 1, NVCA reported

that they closed escrow on 10

acres of land at 27th Ave. and

North Valley Parkway.

The design work is currently

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Maricopa County seeking feedback on Vision 2030 Comprehensive Plan

ELIZABETH MEDORASTAFF

NORTH VALLEY – The Maricopa County Planning and Development Department is continuing to seek residents’ input on the Vision 2030 Comprehensive Plan. The draft plan is now online.

The Planning Department is working on the second draft of the plan and is inviting residents’ feedback through an online survey. Input should be submitted within the next two weeks so that the second draft of the plan can be assembled. The plan will be completed in several months and will be voted on by the Maricopa County Board of Supervisors.

Representatives from the Planning and Development Department, as well as District 3 Supervisor Andy Kunasek, presented information about the plan to local residents at a New River meeting on June 1. Approximately 40 residents attended. Those who could not attend the meeting are still welcome to give feedback via online survey, email, or letter.

The Vision 2030 Comprehensive Plan is indeed comprehensive, spanning 158 pages. To make it more user-friendly, the plan is broken down

in specific sections. The entire plan is available online at www.maricopa.gov/Planning (click the Vision 2030 button).

The nine elements of the Vision 2030 Comprehensive Plan are:• Land Use• Transportation• Environment• Economic Growth• Growth Areas• Open Space• Water Resources• Energy• Cost of DevelopmentEach of these nine sections

is broken down into individual goals and policies. Feedback can be given on these goals and policies, which are numbered and defined within the plan.

The Comprehensive Plan is guided by three Core Principles, as listed in the plan on pg. 4. 1. Decisions should support

implementation of Maricopa County’s mission statement and strategic priorities;

2. Maintain a disciplined approach where comprehensive plan policies are understandable, measurable, consistent, practical and promote efficiency. Land use decisions are also based on these factors;

3. Avoid future problems by carefully considering past decisions.The Maricopa County

Planning and Development Department has asked for feedback throughout the creation of Vision 2030. Many residents have submitted comments and suggestions, and as the plan continues through the draft stages, additional feedback is encouraged.

The simplest way to give feedback is through a survey set up for the plan, which identifies each plan element and asks for recommendations on that element. The survey can be accessed at www.maricopa.gov/Planning (click the Vision 2030 Online Survey button). Residents can also give feedback by emailing pdcustomerSer vice@mail .maricopa.gov, faxing a letter to (602) 506-3711, or mailing a letter to Maricopa County Planning and Development Department, 501 North 44th Street, Suite 200, Phoenix, AZ 85008.

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PHOENIX – Nothing beats coming home to a wagging tail or a friendly purr! If you’re looking for a four-legged friend, Anthem Pets has plenty to offer. This north valley pet rescue will be holding an adoption event at the Happy Valley Petco on Friday, June 12. See more details and all adoptable pets at www.anthempets.org or call (480) 287-3542 to learn more.

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Pinot is a male Chihuahua, about four years old. He LOVES to dress up in costumes, walking or going for a jog, and bath time is the best. He knows most commands and is crate-trained and house-trained. He is truly an all-around cool dog.

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Delilah is about 10 weeks old, and we’re guessing she’s a Jack Russell mix. Whatever she is, she sure is cute, super sweet, and playful. It will be true puppy love the minute you meet her. Flora

Flora is a beautiful, female Torbie (Tortoise/Tabby) and just a baby herself at only a year old – gorgeous and oh so sweet! She will win your heart over the moment you meet her.

Chloe

Miss Chloe is one cool, calm Orange Tabby. She’s a wee thing, only a year old. She’s laidback, mellow, and just loves to be petted. She seriously just loves everything and everyone – so graceful and gentle.

Patches

Patches is a gorgeous Dilute Tortie, approximately eight years old. Her family moved overseas and regretfully must re-home her. She is very sweet, playful, and loving. Patches fits right in with kids, dogs, and other cats almost immediately. She’s a true love bug! Max

Max, a male orange and white kitty, is a total lover who will roll over any chance he gets to beg for a tummy rub. You will love this handsome guy – so sweet and aims to be your best friend. If you want a cuddler, Max is your baby!

Kittens, kittens, and more kittens!

Luna, Onyx, and Opal (pictured) are just three of dozen or so kitties that will be available for adoption at Friday’s event.

Pet food donations and monetary donations are always welcome. If you can’t adopt a pet but would like to support the rescue, you can drop off a donation at the Petco adoption event. The Happy Valley Petco is located at 2501 West Happy Valley Road, Suite 6 (on the south side of Happy Valley Road, just east of the I-17).


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television run from 2004 to 2011. It was a television series that ran the familiar gamut of staying around for a few seasons too long, rehashing tired ideas, and beating the same jokes into unfunny submission. Still, the fan following for this show has continued and, just like “Sex in the City” did twice, “Entourage” has found its way to the big screen. Surprisingly, the continued story of a tight group of friends from Queens who find Hollywood success is slightly better than expected, making what basically amounts to an extended episode satisfying for the clamoring fan, while also being an acceptable time passer for those who aren’t familiar with the long running jokes.

Eric (Kevin Connolly), Turtle (Jerry Ferrara), and Johnny Drama (Kevin Dillon) are on a speedboat travelling to the yacht of their movie star friend Vince (Adrian Grenier) who just got a divorce and is throwing a party. Vince’s recently retired agent Ari Gold (Jeremy Piven) joins the group by phone to announce that he is coming out of retirement to run a studio. Ari has interest in Vince for a movie; however, Vince has ideas for his directorial debut. Fast forward and Vince’s big budget retelling of “Jekyll and Hyde” is over budget, Ari is forced to find production money from a wealthy Texas oilman (Billy Bob Thornton), Eric is having a baby with his ex-girlfriend

Sloan (Emmanuelle Chriqui), Turtle is trying to date MMA fighter Ronda Rousey, and Johnny Drama is still seeking the perfect role.

To call “Entourage” a party movie would be unfair, if the film didn’t revolve mostly around lavish parties, lavish cars, and lavish ladies. Include the star-studded lineup of celebrities that flood nearly every scene of the film: Pharrell Williams, Rob Gronkowski, Russell Wilson, Andrew Dice Clay, Mark Cuban, Gary Busey, Liam Neeson, Jessica Alba, Warren Buffet, Armie Hammer, and Tom Brady are just a few that make very small cameos, and “Entourage” becomes the definition of its title. Producer Mark Wahlberg, whose life the show is loosely based upon, makes a funny appearance, as well. While this is probably the most celebrity name-dropping that I have ever used in a review, is this all the appeal the theatrical “Entourage” has? To an extent it does, but it’s fun nonetheless. Watching

celebrities playing themselves and then encounter the fictional group can be amusing even when it’s overdone. What is problematic about the film is that the narrative is perfectly content with letting these cameo scenes and the onslaught of glamorized outlandish celebrity lifestyle take precedent without any purpose other than being eye candy.

The primary group of friends in the film have great chemistry when onscreen together. It’s the kind of character chemistry that could have made “The Hangover” sequels more tolerable. The best parts of “Entourage” are the scenes when the friends get to mock and ridicule one another with jokes from past seasons and new scenarios for the film to build laughs upon. One scene with the group, particularly Turtle, and Ronda Rousey is especially comical.

Unfortunately, “Entourage” lacks the narrative consideration to build on the interesting aspects of celebrity that could have moved this film into a culminating ending for the series. But let’s be honest, the television series never attempted to meet these thought-provoking questions but instead was complaisant with the satire and indulgence of celebrity living every season of the show maintained. This doesn’t make “Entourage” the movie feel like much of an ending but instead more like a Friday night party, leaving fans ready to see what happens on Saturday night.

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Cave Creek Council approves new development, bike lane expenditures

TARA ALATORRE STAFF

CAVE CREEK – The Cave Creek Town Council voted for development on June 1 at the town council meeting, approving expenditures for the construction of bike lanes, allowing a tractor supply company to develop 10 acres, and then post poned the Cahava Springs utility district approval vote.

The ongoing planning and development of bicycle lanes for the towns of Carefree and Cave Creek through the assistance of the Maricopa Association of Governments has finally reached the construction phase. Cave Creek will contribute $75,000, which was allocated in the town’s general fund while Carefree’s share for the project is $140,158 for the installation of bike lanes.

The project is estimated to take 180 days to complete and the bike lanes will run adjacent to the traffic lanes.

Although the project has included public participation from both towns, the project was met with hesitation from some equestrian enthusiasts living in Cave Creek during the council meeting.

“I just don’t see how you can have three paths and separate bikes and horses,” said Carla Mitchell, Cave Creek resident. “It’s becoming less of an equestrian town,” she said.

However, the town council did not share Mitchell’s concerns of bicyclists and equestrians intermingling due to the new

bike lanes, and rebutted that the point of bicycle lanes is to separate bicycles, pedestrians, and equestrians.

“I have a lot of passion for the equestrian part of Cave Creek,” said Councilman Mark Lipsky in response to Mitchell’s comment. “I don’t think we should fear bicycles.”

The most up to date information and route map for the new bicycle lanes can be found on the MAG Web page for the project: http://www.azmag.gov/Projects/Project.asp?CMSID=5580.

The council also voted 6-1

approving the development of a tractor supply store located on 10 acres of land on the corner of Cave Creek and Olesen Roads, citing significant economic benefits for the town.

“I want to see this project get going, it is good for the town,” said Councilman Ernie Bunch.

However, some residents were not happy with the approval of the tractor supply store, expressing concerns about it creating an urban heat island, lack of landscaping, and water shortage issues.

Resident Eileen Wright spoke

against the development, saying it disregarded the vision of the general plan, and wanted to see more vegetation planted on the 10 acre parcel.

“To me, this agenda item is environmental suicide,” said Wright. “The heat island of this plan will be devastating to the neighborhood.”

Councilman Lipsky voted against the development plan because the developer voluntarily agreed to reduce its parking spots in lieu of landscaping at a previous meeting, but since then changed its stance keeping the parking spots for customers.

“They agreed, everyone left that night with that in mind, and to undo something the tenant isn’t happy with, but benefits the town…I would have to vote no,” said Councilman Lipsky.

The town council unanimously agreed to postpone the approval of Cahava Springs Revitalization District to the next town council meeting after a resident pointed out a legal error.

Eileen Wright, represented by her attorney, Timothy LaSoda, pointed out to the town council that the resolution for a public meeting regarding the formation of Cahava Springs was published with no date or signature.

The lack of signature and date makes the resolution ineffective legally, because state law requires all resolutions have the date, time, and place of the hearing, according to LaSoda.

“If you think you are forming it tonight with a vote, I think you

are mistaken,” said LaSoda.

The town council and attorneys

will try to remedy the situation

by the next council meeting so

it can vote on the formation of

Cahava Springs, which would

form a special tax district

within Cave Creek funding

infrastructure development.

The Cave Creek Town

Council also unanimously

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calendar days.

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Cave Creek contribution: $75,000

Carefree contribution: $140,158


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to wit: TOWNSHIP 4 NORTH, RANGE 2 EAST, G&SRB&M, MARICOPA COUNTY, ARIZONAPARCEL: M&B THRU SESE, SECTION 11. CONTAINING 0.95 ACRES, MORE OR LESS.PARCEL: M&B THRU S2SWSWSW, SECTION 12. CONTAINING 0.03 ACRES, MORE OR LESS.PARCEL: M&B THRU NENE, SECTION 14. CONTAINING 0.79 ACRES, MORE OR LESS.

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For a complete legal description of the land, prospective bidders are advised to examine the right of way applica-tion file as well as all pertinent files of ASLD.

Said right of way easement has been valued at $253,841.00 and consists of 1.77 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 ques-

tions 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.azland.gov.

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 $253,841.00; (2) A Selling and Administrative Fee of 3% of the value of the right of way, which is $7,615.00; (3) Reimbursable Estimated Advertising Fee, which is $2,500.00. The total amount due at the time of

sale is $263,956.00 (less $2,500.00 if the successful bidder is the applicant for a total amount due of $261,456.00).(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 addi-

tional 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 ac-cepted 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 con-tacting 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) David TrimbleActing State Land Commissioner

March 30, 2015

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Pet of the Week: Cookie

Cookie is a gorgeous, young, female Tortie looking for a forever home where she can follow her humans around all day. This little girl is a total love bug! If you want a kitty that will be your companion, sit on your

lap and cuddle, and listen to your every word, Cookie is your girl. She loves to “talk” and has this beautiful coo sound. She is an active youngster that loves to play with anything on a string. Cookie is great with kids – gentle

and sweet. She has not been around other cats or dogs in her foster home, so we recommend a slow introduction.

Cookie is barely a year old, spayed, vaccinated and microchipped. She’s fully litter box trained and gets along well with everyone she meets. If you’d like to give Cookie a forever home, please contact Anthem Pets at (480) 287-3542, or email at [email protected].

Anthem Pets is a nonprofit organization serving lost, found, and abandoned animals in the North Valley since 2005. Operating on donations only, it aims to find forever homes for abandoned animals and return wayward pets to owners. Visit www.anthempets.org to view more adoptable animals waiting to meet their forever family.

See more adoptable pets at the Anthem Pets Happy

Valley Petco adoption event on June 12! For more information, go to www.AnthemPets.org.

Offer void where prohibited or otherwise restricted by law. All incentives, pricing, availability and plans subject to change or delay without notice. Please see a Taylor Morrison Sales Associate for details and visit www.taylormorrison.com for additional disclaimers. Taylor Morrison/Arizona, Inc., AZ ROC # 179178B. © April, 2015, TM Homes of Arizona, Inc., AZ DRE #a CO535669000. All rights reserved.

STOP BY AND TOUR OUR BRAND NEW MODEL HOME TODAY! Priced from the mid $400's

Community Features:• 2,808 to 3,862 Sq. Ft.

• 3 to 5 Bedrooms with Den

• 2 to 3 Bathrooms

• All Single Story Homes

• RV Parking is Allowed!

RV Parking is Allowed!

Taylor Morrison's newest addition to Peoria, Sunrise Vista is now open. This all

single story community located in the highly desirable town of Peoria offers

Half Acre Homesites with Detached Casita & Free Standing RV Garage options.

Not to worry, RV parking is allowed. Enjoying the sunset is just one of the many

pleasures waiting for you at Sunrise Vista, stop by and see for yourself.

24840 N. 79th Lane | Peoria, AZ 85383

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