Snider: April brings Easter, Library Week, and last chance to burn
As many of you Gentle Readers know, I’m a recovering librarian – so I’m beginning this month’s column with a tip of the hat to all of the unsung heroines (and heroes) who labor so hard and well in America’s libraries. These institutions and their staff keep us informed, educated, entertained, and assisted in the art of resumes and job searches (especially in these times of economic stress and high unemployment). Even though they’re frequently the first to be cut back when budgets are tight, they keep on smiling and asking if we’ve found what we’re looking for. Hug a librarian, clerk, page, and/or aide when you see them during National Library Week, April 11th-17th.
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Gusse: Ken and Rosalin join Team Gusse
Former Mayoral Candidate Ken Hunt and Former City Council Candidate Rosalin Sanhadja have teamed up with Julia Romero Gusse on her attempt to secure a seat onto the Maricopa City Council for the May 18th run-off election.
I met with Ken and Rosalin this weekend and I am glad to announce that they are both on-board and will be endorsing me with the run-off election. These two individuals are passionate about seeing positive changes in Maricopa and I am humbled to get their support.
Maricopa please have your voice heard on the upcoming election on May 18th. Register to vote by going online to https://servicearizona.com/webapp/evoter or contact me and I will deliver a registration form to your doorsteps. On another note, if you are a busy person that will have a difficult time getting to the polls, contact me and I will deliver an early voting request form.
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Pinal County ground zero for showy spring wildflowers
For the next few weeks, residents and visitors will see the splendor of spring unfold in Pinal County. Wildflowers are already beginning to bloom in the desert, along highways and in our parks and recreation areas.
To help you enjoy the golden Mexican poppies, blue Mohave lupine and other spectacular blooms, Pinal County is recommending a half-day or full-day drive.
Half day journey:
Take US 60 East to Florence Junction, turn south on 79. South of the Town of Florence, Make a left onto the Florence-Kelvin Highway (this is a dirt road be prepared to go slowly, using caution). The Florence-Kelvin Highway ends at State Route 177. Turn Left, stop for lunch or dinner in Superior where 177 ends. Return to your starting point using US 60.
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Auto buying consultant brings services to Maricopa
Jim McMichael’s recent move to Maricopa not only changed his residential address, it also provided another service area for his business, Everybody’s Auto Buyer and Consignments.
McMichael started Everybody’s Auto Buyer and Consignments in Chandler more than two years ago to be an unbiased consultant who helps take the dealership experience out of buying a vehicle. Last fall, he moved the corporate headquarters into office space at 1405 N. Dobson Road, Suite 7D, Chandler, near Dobson and Warner roads. Since he lives in Maricopa, he can easily meet with Maricopa clients at their homes.
Community of Hope hosting 5th annual “Easter Eggstravaganza” at Pacana Park
Maricopa’s Community of Hope Church will be hosting its 5th annual Easter Eggstravaganza on Saturday April 3rd. The event takes place at Pacana Park, located at 19000 North Porter Road, between 10:00 am and 1:00 pm.
Egg hunts will take place every 15 to 20 minutes for children from 1 year-old to 5th graders. Along with the egg hunts, children will be able to play games, have fun in the bounce houses, visit a petting zoo, and have their pictures taken with the Easter Bunny.
All of this is “absolutely free” of charge and is open to the entire community of Maricopa. Donations of non perishable items for the F.O.R. Maricopa food bank will be taken.
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“Flicks for Food” to benefit local food bank
AAM, LLC is hoping to help fight local hunger with a movie in the park event tonight.
“Flicks for Food” will be held at Glennwilde soccer field, 18635 North Alan Stephens Parkway, starting at 6:30 pm. There will be a 50/50 raffle, silent auction, and food and beverages will be available in exchange for donations.
Admission to the event is two (2) non-perishable food items. All proceeds benefit F.O.R. Maricopa food bank.
Fugitive of 38 years arrested in Pinal County
Yesterday, the Pinal County Sheriff’s Office arrested Frank Dryman, aka Victor Houston of Arizona City, who shot to death Clarence Pellett of Montana nearly 60 years ago.
Convicted of murder in 1955, Dryman was sentenced to life in prison but was paroled in 1969. In 1972, Dryman fled the state and took up residence in Arizona under the alias, Victor Houston.
On Tuesday, 38 years later, Dryman, now 78, was arrested after deputies were contacted by the Montana Department of Corrections who informed them a private investigator, former Florence Chief of Police Patrick Cote, had been hired by Pellett’s grandson and believed he had located Dryman.
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Pinal County Recorder offers suggestions for potential candidates and early voters
FLORENCE – Pinal County Recorder Laura Dean-Lytle is offering some advice for office seekers and information for people who want to vote early.
“In their effort to verify petition signatures, the County Elections Department sometimes runs into petitions that are incorrectly filled out and that’s a shame,” Dean-Lytle said. “The candidates work a lot of hours with volunteers to get these signatures so they can get on the ballot and it’s hard to tell them that they don’t have enough signatures because of errors.”
The County Recorder said potential candidates should follow these tips to help them get on the ballot:
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Orbitel adds 15 new channels to lineup
Orbitel Communications has announced the addition of 15 new channels including 12 new channels in high definition, bringing the total number of cable TV channels to 288.
“Orbitel continues to invest significantly in the delivery of HD programming to our customers,” said Keith Kirkman, President and CEO of Orbitel. “Orbitel’s HD offering will now total 67 channels at a very affordable price with no long term contracts.”
Starting on April 5th, Orbitel HD customers will also receive: KAZT-HD, WGN-HD, TBS-HD, Spike-HD, MTV-HD, Nickelodeon-HD, Cartoon-HD, MSNBC-HD, truTV-HD, VH1-HD, Turner Classic Movies-HD and ESPNU-HD.
Orbitel digital cable customers will enjoy the addition of three new channels on the digital basic level of service –This TV, RTV and PPV Preview Channel.
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Pinal County offering free breast cancer screening for women who qualify
FLORENCE, AZ – Pinal County Public Health Services District is offering free breast cancer screening and diagnostic services to all women who qualify through its Well Woman Health Check Program. The Well Woman Health Check Program is part of the National Breast and Cervical Cancer Early Detection Program administered by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention.
Breast Cancer screening is one of the best available methods to detect breast cancer early. It is important for women to practice preventive care for good breast health. Medical professionals and health officials recommend that women obtain regular mammography screening starting at the age of 40, obtain annual clinical breast exams, perform monthly breast self-exams and obtain a risk assessment from a physician.
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