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Car Donation CAUTION:

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AJ to Celebrate Commuters were startled when a small passenger aircraft made an emergency landing in the westbound HOV and traffic lanes of
Fourth of July Loop 202. At around 6:15 a.m. on May 18, the Piper Cherokee landed on the freeway between Higley and Recker Roads in Mesa.
The plane had just taken off from Falcon Field when it developed mechanical difficulties. Neither the male pilot or female passen-
ger were injured in the emergency. The plane sustained minor damage. Department of Public Safety troopers assisted with mov-
ing the plane to the shoulder and Air Transport of Phoenix removed the plane from the freeway. In a lighthearted tweet, Arizona
Department of Transportation (ADOT) noted “This appears to be in violation of HOV lanes.” Photo courtesy of ADOT traffic cameras.

Plans are in the works for One Fatality at Fire Near AJ

a patriotic July 4 show in On the morning of May 18, 2021, Superstition Fire & Medical
9 District (SFMD) along with Rural Metro Fire and Mesa Fire &
Apache Junction Medical responded to a first alarm structure fire at Mountain and
Apache Trail near Apache Junction. According to a statement from
Index SFMD, two homes and a travel trailer were lost in the blaze.
Viewpoint . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4 A body was also recovered at the scene. Witness accounts in-
Editorial . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5 dicate that a 70-year-old man made an attempt to rescue his dogs,
Education . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6 but was overtaken by the fire. Maricopa County Sheriff’s Office is
Community . 8, 9, 12, 14, 16, 18 investigating the cause of the fire and has not released the name of
Health & Wellness . . . . . 10, 36 the deceased.
Police/Fire . . . . . . . . . . . . 18, 20 Fire fighting agencies said that the properties were strewn with
Feature . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22–23 obstacles that prevented putting out the fires efficiently. “Aerial
Government . . . . . . . . . . . . . 24 (overhead) Master streams had to be put into operation,” said a
Home Improvement . . . . . . . 26 statement from SFMD. SFMD photo
Kollenborn Chronicles . . . . . . 28
Business Focus . . . . . . . . . . 30 The Sandwich Shoppe
Real Estate . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 32
Restaurant . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 34
Worship . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 38
Pet of the Month . . . . . . . . . . 40
Puzzle Page . . . . . . . . . . . . . 42

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East Valley

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The views and opinions expressed on this and the following page are solely those of the original authors and other contributors.
Richard Taylor These views and opinions do not necessarily represent those of East Valley Courier News, the Courier News staff,
and/or any/all contributors to this publication.
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CONTRIBUTING WRITERS Robert S. Brenda W. Steve T. Kathy C.
Mesa San Tan Valley San Tan Valley San Tan Valley
Fred Nack, Elizabeth Rose, Kristina Harshman
Nope! If something is I think they should I don’t know why we Thumbs up to that! I
MAIN OFFICE given to someone, it’s use the money to fix can’t invest in our think with COVID and
usually not appreciated what’s wrong with kids. They should everything that went
2066 W Apache Trail, Suite 112 as much as it would K-12 education first. have the option of
Apache Junction, AZ 85120 But I would really attending either two on in 2020, families
be if it were earned like to see mandatory years of community are struggling and
480-691-3532 or paid for. Not all service to the country college or trade need help; especially
people are college for two years after school. Our country those that have high
Send News Stories, Press Releases material and why high school, whether and our economy school seniors who are
Letters to the Editor to: should taxpayers pay it’s military, social, wondering how they
would benefit from the will pay for schooling.
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government-paid If this bill goes
www.arizonacouriernews.com LETTERS community college photos and news articles. through, it will help so
would be earned, and Wow. many parents and their
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LETTERS keep-social-security-admin- upgrades have gone in- EDITORIAL
istration-in-apache to the Apache Junction
Save the AJ Social It appears such a move office since it was built Something to think about:
Security Office defies logic or at least recog- in 2005 Diatribe
nition of the service area as • It will take roughly $6
Several months ago, we some statistics show.  million to get the new Fred Nack “There is nothing either stances about things based on
learned about the possibil- office open Opinion good or bad, but thinking opinions formed at home, and
ity of the Social Security Demographics: • The Apache Junction makes it so.” not their own. That was not
Administration closing the • 8.4% of residents in office has on-site park- The Oxford dictionary de- As we continuously only incorrect logic, it was
Apache Junction branch ing; the new office in fines the word Diatribe as, think about something, we dishonest and vindictive.
office located at  235 W. the Gilbert area are 62 Gilbert will not -- this “A forceful and bitter verbal form thoughts about it in When criticizing some-
Superstition Blvd. District or older compared to is unacceptable for attack against someone or our consciousness. If those body, you should walk a
4 U.S. Rep. Paul Gosar, 32.9% in the Apache the seniors or disabled something.” opinions are formed by on mile in their moccasins,
D.D.S., the Pinal County Junction area constituents who need When we listen, real- honest evaluation of facts as and people criticizing you
Board of Supervisors and • 57.7% of Gilbert res- access to this office. ly listen to what our polit- we understand them, then should walk a mile in yours.
the Apache Junction City idents have an annu- ical leaders are telling us, we can reasonably deter- During the nineties, the
Council quickly responded al income of under Consideration of the closure it’s our responsibility to be mine our political stance. comedy writer Jack Handey
with letters and proclama- $80,000 compared to is unacceptable and we need sure we think for ourselves. Many years ago when wrote a humorous segment
tions calling for reconsid- nearly 90% of Apache your help to voice your opin- Allowing the news media, to I was teaching school, one for Saturday Night Live
eration to help protect this Junction residents ion. Please sign a paper peti- formulate our thoughts is in- of my colleagues was a called “Deep Thoughts.”
vital resource here in our • Gilbert’s veteran popu- tion that we will be circulat- correct logic. high school history teacher. This is one of his
community.  lation is roughly 1.7% ing in the community or the As we form thoughts He was teaching a course quotations.
The Social Security while Apache Junction online petition and help keep about things, listening is sim- on current events to high “Before you criticize
Administration indicated is about 2.8% with one the Apache Junction Social ply a method for collecting school seniors. somebody, walk a mile in
it would close the Apache zip code being nearly Security office open for our mental data. It doesn’t neces- The kiddos were to re- their shoes, that way you’ll
Junction office and move 4% constituents.  sarily mean we have to sub- port on some current event. be a mile from them and
it to Gilbert, 20 miles Please feel free to contact scribe to what is being said. They would then give a little you’ll have their shoes.”
away! The next closest of- Facts about the office: me with any questions or Any political viewpoint report to the class, and in- The history teacher’s
fice would be in downtown • It has not been used concerns. You can reach me is an opinion, it’s neither clude their opinion. classic response to his high
Mesa, 21 miles away. But at Bbiggs@apachejunction- right or wrong. Shakespeare The teacher was frustrat- school seniors he felt were
that means the two offic- in the last year (due to az.gov or (480) 594-2987. said, ed because most of the kids spewing verbal diatribe was,
es would only be six miles COVID) - meaning ac- Let's show Washington, were regurgitating opinions “Don’t talk to me unless you
apart and far from the grow- cess to services has al- D.C. what Apache Junction they learned from their par- have read some books first.
ing East Valley citizens that ready been drastically is like when we rally! ents. Their parents beliefs, Only then may you attack
need its services. With little reduced may or may not have been the opinion, but never the
to no access to public trans- • The current office oc- Braden Biggs what they really believed. person.”
portation from our area, this cupies 13,500 square Councilmember In short, his pupils were
is simply unacceptable. feet as opposed to the City of Apache Junction being influenced by their Something To Think About
Congressman Gosar's of- proposed office at half environment, and not think- is a syndicated column writ-
fice has launched an online that ing for themselves. ten by Fred Nack and may
petition at –  https://www. • More than $1.8 mil- He also observed they not be reproduced without
ipetitions.com/petition/ lion in renovations and were attacking other people’s permission from the author.

Economic Analysis Indicates that Local Governments
Should be Held Harmless from Proposed Tax Cuts

Tom Belshe hamstring municipalities’ would result in $285 million public safety. These loss- the tax code as it relates to taxable because of the
League of Arizona Cities and Towns potential for future growth. in annual losses to Arizona es will negatively impact online sales, most remote physical nexus of retailers
As lawmakers discuss cities and towns – the single infrastructure investments transactions were already
and negotiate the fiscal year largest cut to local govern- and quality of life, further Continued on page 18
2021-22 state budget, it is ments in Arizona’s history. hindering municipalities’
The League of Arizona imperative the Legislature A key finding from the ability to attract residents,
consider the ramifications Rounds Consulting dynam- businesses and job growth.
Cities & Towns (the League) of a $1.9 billion tax cut on ic analysis is that a reduc- The Rounds analysis
cities and towns statewide. tion of this magnitude to lo- additionally addresses the
commissioned Rounds As part of a 1972 voter ap- cal tax revenues will hinder misguided opinion that cit-
proved initiative, cities and local government’s ability ies and towns will make up
Consulting Group, preemi- towns receive 15 percent of to deliver quality essential these losses through Prop
the state’s collection of in- services to residents, includ- 207 and Wayfair revenues.
nent economists in Arizona, come tax. The proposed cut ing the potential for cuts to While Wayfair modernized

to analyze the impacts of a

flat state income tax on lo-

cal governments. The find-

ings of the analysis confirm

that failure to hold cities

and towns harmless will

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EDUCATION

QCUSD Awards of Excellence QCUSD Sport Shorts

Stephanie Ingersoll Year and Support Staff Creek Schools Education Member of the Year. High School Students
Queen Creek Unified School District Member of the Year for their Foundation. The QCUSD Awards of Excel in Sports
school/site. They were also The dinner closed with the Excellence were created in
On April 29, 2021, twen- nominated for Educator of announcement of the District 2019 as a way to recognize By Queen Creek Unified School District
ty-five QCUSD employees the Year and Support Staff winners! Liz Murray-Davis, excellence in Queen Creek
were recognized at the an- Member of the Year for the Eastmark High School teach- Unified schools. Employees Mack Molander
nual Awards of Excellence entire District! er, was named as Educator across the District anon- Eastmark High School Sophomore, Mack Molander won
dinner at the Queen Creek Each individual was of the Year, and Joann ymously nominated their State at the Division 3 State Track and Field Championship.
Performing Arts Center. recognized at the dinner Maxwell, cafeteria manager colleagues for the Awards Mack competed in javelin. His throw was the second-best
These individuals were with a plaque and gift card at Queen Creek Elementary, of Excellence. Nominees throw of all divisions combined. Mack is Eastmark High
named as Educator of the provided by the Queen was named as Support Staff had to meet the following School’s very first athlete to win State.
criteria: achieves excel-
lence, leads with integrity,
empowers others around
them, displays QCUSD
PBIS Values (Be Kind, Be
Respectful,Show Integrity).
Thank you to Marnie
Schubert with the Town of
Queen Creek for emceeing
the event, QC JROTC for
posting the colors, QCUSD
Child Nutrition for cater-
ing, andQCHS students for
serving.

QC Schools Education Foundation Ev6eO8arpmpyemtDnoEav6yeO8arpmpyemtDnoay
Awards $66K in Scholarhips to Students

The QC Schools Education QCSEF Scholarship Recip- Casey Shull • We Are O•pWeenAarenOdpCeOnVa
Foundation (QCSEF) part- ients that received a com-
ners with the community and bined $66,000 this year. • Laundry is anQueen Creek High School senior, Casey Shull, took 2nd
businesses to promote ex- Ally Anderson, Taylor
cellence through leadership Anderson, Jaidyn Benavides, place at the Division 1 State Track and Field Championship.
in education. By partnering Aleight Erikson, Bryson Ev-
with donors and sponsors, ans, Owen Fanchini, Carys • LcoamunpdlireysiswaitnhEGssoevnetricomplies withCasey competed in javelin and set a new personal record.
QCSEF raises money for Gad, Emma Harding, Aid- • We now ••oWLoeeadnroyawoSuopr ewecaris
teacher grants and student en Hawkins, Haley Holston,
scholarships. Kenny Le, Colby Little-
On Monday, April 26, the ton, Peyton Moore, Rianna
Foundation awarded $66,000 Murrietta, Genice Rose, Ava
in scholarship money to QC Terwilleger, Elle Tinder,
High School seniors.Con- Alex Wicker and Brendan
gratulations to all the stu- Wooster.
dents recognized and thank
you to the businesses, donors, • Load yourfowldaisthaenrdatenx
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If you would like to get
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or make a donation, visit:
https://www.qcusd.org/Edu- Softball
cation_Foundation or email The Lady Bulldog Softball team made it all the way to the
qcschoolseducationfounda-
[email protected]. 6A semi-finals as the 6A Central Region Champs.

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COMMUNITY

Superstition Shadows Aquatic Center is Now Open

sessions with 5 different ses- must be within arm’s reach Please do not bring alcohol
sions being offered during of an adult at all times. or glass containers into the
the season. We’ve added Teen Night is Friday, facility.
a fourth timeframe to eve- July 23 from 6:30-8:30 p.m. More information on
ning lessons to accommo- Admission is $5 and all teens all Aquatic and Parks and
date even more participants. between the ages of 13- Rec programs can be found
If you are unsure of what 17 years old are welcome. in the Summer Citizen
level your child should be Come and participate in a Brochure online at www.
in, register for a free swim variety of activities includ- apachejunctionaz.gov/parks
assessment. ing volleyball, open swim, or pick one up at the Multi-
For families with chil- music, games, and competi- Generational Center locat-
dren up to age 5, join us for tions! Free pizza and drinks ed at 1035 N. Idaho Road,
Read and Rec Poolside on with price of admission. Apache Junction. Follow us
Saturdays, June 12, July 10 Dive In Movies are set on social media for up-to-
and August 7 from 9:30-11 for August 14 (Raya and the date information.
a.m. Last Dragon) and Sept.11 Superstition Shadows
We will also be providing (Onward) at 7:30 p.m. Fee is Aquatic Center is located
a variety of fitness opportu- $3 per person. at 1091 W. Southern Ave
nities at the pool. Check out Outside food is allowed (crossroads Ironwood and
a Water Aerobics or Water into the facility in personal San Marcos).
Tone and Sculpt class or sized lunchboxes/coolers.
adult lap swim for another
Jill Ruot for adults. Due to the limited for the U.S. Coast Guard- great option to exercise at
Apache Junction Parks and Recreation amount of open swim hours, approved statement. Non- the pool. New this summer
AJ Parks & Recreation will Coast Guard-approved items is Aqua Zumba. Dance and
Superstition Shadows not be offering pool passes will not be allowed in the fa- splash your way to a great
this season. cility. This includes blow up workout!
Aquatic Center opened for The limitations are due arm floaties, flotation rings, Superstitions Shadows
to a lack of staffing. Parks baby floats etc. Aquatic Center will also
the 2021 season on May 29. and Recreation continues to To help keep your family be hosting special events
recruit lifeguards and water safe in and around the wa- throughout the summer. Due
This season, the pool opened safety instructors and posi- ter this summer, Parks and to restrictions, all events and
tions are still open. Recreation offers swim les- programs require pre-regis-
with modified program- Please remember when sons for ages 6 months and tration as space is limited.
purchasing lifejackets and up. Swim lessons are held in Monday, May 31st Me-
ming and limited open swim flotation suits/devices for the mornings and evenings morial Day-Open swim from
your kids that you look and are split into 2-week 1:30-5:30pm-daily rates
hours: Thursdays 11:30 apply
Fit Families Pool Night
a.m.-3:30 p.m.; Saturdays is a free event for families to
enjoy some fun ways to get
1:30-5:30 p.m. and Sundays fit at the pool. The event is
Friday, May 28 from 6 p.m.-
with extended hours 1:30- 8 p.m. Children 7 and under
must be within arm’s reach
7:30 p.m. The pool use fee of an adult at all times. Solution for Page 42 Puzzle Page
Family Swim will be held
is $1.50 for youth and $2.50 Friday nights June 4, 11 and
25 from 6-8 p.m.; regular ad-
mission applies.
Itty Bitty Beach Party
will be held Friday, June
18 from 6 p.m.-7:30 p.m.
Admission to this event is
$3 and is open to kids aged
6 and under. There will be
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COMMUNITY

Register Now for Summer Youth Sport Camps
Sponsored by Apache Junction Parks and Recreation Department

Jeff Kopp Golf Camp: 9:30-11:30am / $60 For more information
Apache Junction Parks and Recreation Coach Ed Matlosz on these programs or other
Participants will learn the Basketball Camp: programs and services of-
Apache Junction Parks and basics and specific skills Coach Sam Valencia fered by AJ Parks & Rec,
Recreation is offering a va- needed for golf success. Participants will
riety of sports camps this Loaner clubs will be pro- learn the basics please call 480-983-
summer for youth. This is vided to those without their and specific 2181, visit www.
a chance for your child to own. Limited to 20 partici- skills needed apachejunction-
gain skills and experience pants. Apache Creek is cov- for basketball az.gov/parks or
ering the $35 registration success in- follow us on
while getting coached fee! Children Grades 5-8 cluding drib- Facebook and
by local Apache must reside within AJUSD bling, passing, Twitter.
Junction High boundary. June 7-10 (M-Th) shooting, defense
School coach- / Apache Creek Golf Club / and teamwork.
es. These 8:30-10:30am / FREE Grades 4-9 / June 21-26
camps are (M-Sa) / AJHS North Gym
available to Volleyball Camp: / 12:00-2:00pm / $60
boys and girls. Coach Sam Valencia
When this publi- Participants will learn the ba- Registration is accepted in
sics and specific skills need- the AJ Multi-Gen Center
cation went to press, ed for volleyball success. (1035 N. Idaho Rd.) and
the Soccer Camp with Grades 4-9 / June 21-26 online at www.apachejunc-
Coach Tim McKee had al- (M-Sa) / AJHS North Gym / tionaz.gov/onlinereg.
ready finished. Remaining
camps are:

Plan for a 4th of July Summer Camps
Party in Apache Junction
AJ Parks and Recreation has Summer Fun
Jeff Kopp for First through Sixth Graders
City of Apache Junction
free breakfast and lunch
Join the City of AJ Parks & the activities include: Water fee for food and game booths Parents! School is ending and activities and games based program to all children 18
Recreation for our annual games, Family activity will apply). summer is here and it is time around that theme. Our site years of age and young-
Fourth of July Celebration. packs, Face painting, and Parking is limited, so to start planning activities offers a wide variety of struc- er while the program is at
All festivities take place live entertainment. There please come early and plan for your children. The good tured activities and games Cactus Canyon Junior High
on Sunday July 4th, 2021. will be live music from 6:30- for delays. news is that Apache Junction for children age’s 1st – 6th School.
We will be kicking off 8:30pm and will kick off the For more information, Parks and Recreation has got grade. As an added bonus Our Summer Camps
events at the 4th of July Fireworks Extravaganza at please contact the Parks and you covered with its Summer to our Summer Camps pro- will run Monday through
Volleyball Tournament held 8:30pm. The fireworks show Recreation Department at Camps. gram, the Apache Junction Friday, 8:00am – 12:30pm
at Superstition Shadows is presented by Republic 480-983-2181 or visit our Each week will have Unified School District will and 12:30pm – 5:00pm
Aquatic Center at 7:15 Services. This is a free event, website at www.apachejunc- a different theme with be once again offering its from June 7th to July 16th.
a.m. Space is limited to the open to the public (a small tionaz.gov/parks. Half and full day options
first 8 teams (up to 10 players are available. Scholarships
per team) to register.  and payment plans are also
Evening events are lo- available.
cated at the Apache Junction For more information
High School Football Field. on this program or oth-
Gates for the event open er programs and services,
at 6 p.m. Game booths, please contact the Parks and
hosted by local Non-Profit Recreation Department at
Organizations and activi- 480-983-2181 or visit our
ties for kids will take place website at www.ajcity.net/
starting at 6pm. Some of parks.

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HEALTH AND WELLNESS

Don’t Get Beat by the Heat
Know the signs of heat exhaustion and heat stroke

Marshall Harshman when the body’s core tem- Heat related illnesses
Apache Junction Police Department perature reaches 105 de- and deaths are preventable.
grees or higher. The ex- Here are some tips to avoid
Can you feel it? The tem- treme temperature can lead a trip to the emergency
perature is rising. Summer to complications in the cen- room this summer.
is just around the corner, tral nervous system. Heat • Drink water. Your body
and soon we will find our- stroke can come on quick-
selves mopping the sweat ly, and occurs because the needs to stay hydrat-
off our brows while si- body is no longer able to ed in order to produce
lently questioning our life regulate temperature. sweat. Sweat helps reg-
choices. Why in the name Symptoms of heat stroke ulate your temperature.
of all that is just and good include fainting, headache Avoid alcohol.
have we chosen to live in (throbbing felt in the tem- • Avoid sunburns.
a climate that mimics the ples), nausea, vomiting, Sunburns make it more
surface of the sun? Don’t cessation of sweating, diz- difficult for your body
get me wrong, there are ziness, and redness of skin to expel heat. Wear sun-
very few things in the around the face and neck screen, carry an umbrel-
la or wear a hat. Protect
…over the past few summers here yourself from the sun.
in Apache Junction, we have had a • Spend the hot part of
few deaths from heat related illness. the day somewhere cool.
These deaths were preventable. As If you don’t have an ef-
good citizens, it’s up to us to watch ficient air conditioning
out for the most vulnerable among system, find someone
us. that does. The library,
malls, or grocery stores
world quite as spectacular (may appear as a rash). are nice cool places from the heat and drink regular exercise rou- 105 degrees at noon.
as a summer morning here Often heatstroke patients hang out during the plenty of water. tine. Be aware of the This can’t be over empha-
Apache Junction. The prob- will experience increased or summer. • If you are new to the temperature swings. It’s sized: NEVER leave your
lem is by 10:00 AM our rapid heartbeat, respiratory • Be careful with medi- area, allow your body not uncommon for the pets or your kids in a parked
beautiful Sonoran Desert complications, confusion, cations. The heat can to acclimate to the heat temperature to go from car. The interior tempera-
transforms into a raging slurred speech, delirium, create complications before jumping into a 78 degrees at 7:00 am to ture of your car can reach
inferno. Temperatures can and/or seizures. with certain prescription
swing from a comfortable If you or someone you drugs. Know the side-ef-
85 degrees to a blistering know experiences a heat fects of your medica-
110 degrees within just a related emergency, call 911 tions. Consult your phy-
few hours. These extreme immediately. While wait- sician or pharmacist if
temperatures aren’t just un- ing for medics to arrive you you’re unsure.
comfortable- they can be should try to get the patient • Avoid hot cars.
downright dangerous, and out of the sun or remove Temperatures can reach
the risk of falling victim to them from the source of the an excess of 145 degrees
heat related illness is a real heat (hot car or house). You in a parked car here in
concern. can gently spray the patient the spring, summer, and
Heat exhaustion is one down with cool water or ap- fall. Never leave a child
type of heat related illness ply a wet cloth or ice pack in parked car. Not even
which is accompanied by to the patient’s armpits and/ for a minute!!!
headaches, nausea, vom- or groin area. If the patient • If you have the option,
iting, muscle cramps, and is able to drink, give them avoid strenuous activity
weakness. Heat exhaus- cool water. Obviously, if the during the hottest part
tion, left untreated, can lead patient is unconscious or is of the day. Exercise in
to heat stroke, which can be vomiting, hold off on trying the morning or early
fatal. Heat stroke occurs to get them to drink. evening.
• If you must work in
hot weather take extra
precautions. Take regu-
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COMMUNITY

Vehicle Donation Supports Aspiring Mechanics

of Empowerment Systems, worth,” Mr. Beveridge said. to learn that one of their maintenance of vehicles to
Inc., wanted to find out, so Since Empowerment Sys- graduates recently got a job outside customers in the
he donated his 2007 Hyundai tems has been providing at Mercedes of Scottsdale,” areas of engine repair; air
Sonata to the Automotive workforce development ser- Mr. Beveridge said. conditioning; steering; sus-
EVIT trains technicians pension; brakes; electrical;
When it's time to part with that old car, for Automotive Service engine performance and
consider a donation to some eager students in Excellence (ASE) Student general service. According
the Automotive Technologies department at the Certifications in Automatic to their website, this ser-
East Valley Institute of Technology. Transmission and Transax- vice is offered to benefit the
le, Brakes, Electronic/Elec- students—giving them re-
Left to right: Jack Beveridge, president of Empowerment Technologies department vices to its clients, a dona- trical Systems, Engine Per- al-world, hands-on experi-
Systems, Inc. handed the keys to his 2007 Sonata to at the East Valley Institute tion of the car to a training formance, Engine Repair, ence. Although turn around
EVIT automotive teaching assistants Justin Henderson of Technology (EVIT). The school like EVIT seemed Heating and Air Condition- may be longer than expect-
and Nayelli Lujan. school serves North Central only natural. ing, Maintenance and Light ed from a pro shop, the stu-
Pinal and Eastern Maricopa "It was a suggestion by Repair, Manual Drive Train dents have the will and re-
Bill Van Nimwegen leg, what if it could still be counties, providing hands-on our Board of Directors to and Axle and Suspension sources to get the job done.
EV Courier News a useful vehicle for educa- training and national certifi- look into donating the car. and Steering. On its website When it's time to part
tion? What if the odom- cations to enrollees through We have been compensating (www.evit.com) the school with that old car, consider
When it’s time to let go, eter could clock another high school and adult learn- our employees for business lists the average entry level a donation to some eager
when that bucket of bolts 100,000 miles of learning ing programs. use of their cars, so we real- salary for grads at $12 to $20 students in the Automotive
that got you to countless for a young mechanic? “We racked up 200,000 ly didn't need one anymore. I per hour. Technologies department at
destinations is on its last Jack Beveridge, president miles using the car at our searched various schools and Do you need work the East Valley Institute of
business and the mainte- discovered EVIT's program done on your own vehi- Technology. They will un-
nance and upkeep start- to train automotive techni- cle? EVIT's Automotive doubtably find a valuable
ed costing more that it was cians. I was really impressed Technologies program learning experience hidden
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Al Bravo supplied by the Water Dis- calendar year of 2020.  Al Bravo The MGC is hosting a apachejunctionaz.gov/parks.
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standards established by the cessed online at www.ajwa- ice” with dinner, dancing and tion on this program or
The Apache Junction Water U.S. Environmental Protec- terdistrict.org/water-qual- Do you need a Father-Daugh- Venetian crafts. Take a fam- other programs and ser-
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COMMUNITY

Pinal County Health Expresses Appreciation to FEMA Team

FEMA Team Assisted with Adminstration and Logistics of Vaccination Sites

Dana Trumbull POD.” So, not only were they partnerships that enabled introduced us to what what they do on a day-to-day
EV Courier News Staff Reporter On their part, the FEMA able to learn about each the PODs to be in a state of ‘bedside manner’ really basis.”
team expressed gratitude for other and their different readiness when they arrived. meant,” stated Daruvalla. Pinal County had
On Thursday, May 6th, the warm welcome from the backgrounds and cultures, “Pinal County – how they “It was that we welcomed administered 246,608
the Pinal County Public Public Health team. “They they were able to learn about received, educated, and wholeheartedly from Pinal COVID vaccines as of May
Health department held an embraced us,” said Clemente different programs within trained our staff; how they County: that patience in 24. There have been 52,071
appreciation ceremony to Casseus, Administrative the agency.” prepared us to be sensitive teaching us how we could cases of COVID- 19 logged
bid adieu to ten members Support Assistant. “We all County Health Director with a different level of become better warriors by the county, resulting in
of the Federal Emergency came together to attack one Tascha Spears pointed compassion… [They] against COVID, learning 877 deaths.
Management Agency goal and one mission.” out that the county POD
(FEMA). The team had been Sampson Daruvalla, (point of dispensing) site
assigned here since February FEMA Senior Advisor, was assembled in less
to assist in coordination and explained that, although the than 48 hours, because of
administration of COVID-19 role of FEMA is always the partnerships between
vaccination sites. to direct and assist during Pinal County Emergency
In a video released by national emergencies, it is Management, local law
the county, Kore Redden, typically the subject matter enforcement, firefighters
Pinal County Incident experts from the various and civilian community
Commander, Public Health FEMA programs who work emergency response teams.
explained, “They were the together to accomplish the “It was really the community
administrative team that did mission. In the case of the that pulled together.”
registration and logistics. COVID vaccine distribution According to fema.
They also took temperature effort, however, “All 23 gov, the FEMA teams were
checks as people came cadres withing the agency charged with supporting
into the POD and even did basically had a chance to the set-up and operations
paperwork. They were our work together cohesively for of Community Vaccination
ambassadors; the very first the first time. We had seven Centers (CVCs); but in
people that were seen by the different cadres supporting Pinal, the FEMA team was
community arriving at the this effort in Pinal County. impressed by the strong

Sossaman Elementary Students CARE

Sossaman Elementary School Hosts Water Drive for Phoenix Rescue Mission

Queen Creek Unified School District front office. The generous helping others and the
donations of approximately community. We were able
During the week of April 130 cases of water will be to spread kindness, show
26th, Lead Out Loud and distributed to area homeless respect, and bring awareness
Student Council leadership
students at Faith Mather In keeping with the District’s values
Sossaman Elementary and goals, the event is a testament to
(FMSE) collected cases the student’s desire to help others.
of water for the Phoenix
Rescue Mission. The water during Arizona’s sweltering to others about people in Students from Sossaman Elementary collected 130 cases of water to be distributed to
drive was part of a C.A.R.E summer months. need.” QCUSD staff plans area homeless.
Challenge (Community/ In keeping with the to work alongside civic-
All-in/Raise School Spirit/ District’s values and goals, minded organizations to aid
Emphasize Leadership). the event is a testament individuals in need, and to
Students waited outside to the student’s desire to make positive contributions
the school to collect cases help others. Student leader to the local community and
of water from families and fourth grader, Alivia beyond.
during morning drop-off Robinson said, “I felt great
time. Parents also donated
cases of water to FMSE’s

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COMMUNITY

Fight Over Mine Supported by Diverse Religious Groups

Apache Stronghold members march in Phoenix at a February rally calling for courts “substantial burden” on the question of whether the proj- “We’re trying to support
to block plans for a copper mine at Oak Flat in southeast Arizona. (Photo by Alberto free exercise of religion. ect violates Apaches’religious what they’re doing, even
Mariani/Cronkite News) “The spiritual impor- rights “is not a difficult case.” just outside of litigation,
tance of Oak Flat to the “For the Western trying to shine a spotlight
By Sarah Oven community,” said Cindy exchange for 5,459 acres Western Apaches cannot Apaches, Oak Flat is sacred on why this issue is import-
Cronkite News Nesbit, senior staff attorney from the mining company. be overstated and, in ma- land,” Bumatay wrote. “Oak ant,” Barclay said.
for the Sikh Coalition. “We The land swap could ny ways, cannot be put into Flat is the conduit to the The project is currently
The Sikh Coalition and the were definitely concerned by not go through until gov- words,” Logan wrote, citing transcendent, and as a result, on hold, after the Biden ad-
San Carlos Apache would the court’s interpretation.” ernment agencies complet- the tearful testimony of wit- certain religious ceremonies ministration rescinded the
not appear to have much in The court she is referring ed reviews of the environ- nesses during the prelimi- of the Western Apache must final environmental impact
common at first glance, but to is the U.S. District Court mental and cultural impact nary injunction hearing. take place there.” statement on March 1”
they have found a shared for Arizona, where Judge of the proposed mine. The The environmental im- The Forest Service de- The government has
interest in the fight over a Steven P. Logan  ruled in U.S. Forest Service said it pact statement said the plan clined to comment direct- said that review will take
patch of land in southeast- February that while the min- finished the last of those re- for the mine would eventu- ly on the court fight, instead “several months” and the
ern Arizona. ing project “will affect the views, a final  environmen- ally turn Oak Flat into a two- referring to its prepared Forest Service has promised
That’s where the feder- Apaches’ religious practic- tal impact statement, on mile-wide and 1,000-foot- statements on the proj- to give Apache Stronghold
al government is consider- es deeply,” the government Jan. 15, starting the clock deep crater, leaving the land ect.  Resolution Copper,  not- 30 days notice before that
ing whether to turn sacred was not violating their First on a 60-day countdown to “all but destroyed to install ing that it is not a party to this second review is published,
Apache land over to a mining Amendment rights by turn- the land transfer. a large underground mine,
company, whose plans for ing the land over for mining. The timing angered crit- and Oak Flat will no longer Chris Luna chants traditional hymns at a protest in
the site would “obliterate” It is the latest twist in a ics, who accused the Trump be accessible as a place of Phoenix in February, when members of the group Apache
the ability of tribal members years-long fight over one administration of rushing worship,” he wrote. Stronghold rallied on the eve of a hearing on their suit to
to worship there, in the words of the richest potential cop- through the final review to But that is not the sub- block a copper mine that they say would destroy sacred
of one federal judge. per mines in the country, a have it in place before the stantial burden courts have lands at Oak Flat. The judge rejected their petition, but the
The prospect has turned project that could bring hun- Biden administration took said is prohibited by the project has been put on hold by the Biden administration.
an environmental fight over dreds of jobs to Pinal County office. RFRA, he said. In order to (Photo by Alberto Mariani/Cronkite News)
the mine into one over re- and spur billions of dollars That was one of the meet that burden, Apache
ligious rights, and drawn a of economic activity over the charges leveled by Apache Stronghold would have had particular case, referred ques- which would restart the 60-
diverse cast of supporters to expected 60-year life of the Stronghold, a group that to show that the govern- tions to the government. day clock on the land swap.
the Apache cause. In addition mine. Resolution Copper, has spent years fighting the ment coerced them to act But Stephanie Barclay, Because of those delays,
to the Sikh Coalition, court the company developing the mine, in a petition asking contrary to their religious director of the Religious the circuit court has said
briefs supporting the tribe mine, estimates that it could Logan for a preliminary in- beliefs or forced them to Liberty Initiative at the there is no urgency to act
have been filed by the Church eventually supply a quarter junction to block the mine. choose between a govern- University of Notre Dame, on the request for a prelimi-
of Jesus Christ of Latter-day of North America’s demand Logan disagreed, pointing ment benefit and their faith. said the case is “special nary injunction – something
Saints, the Jewish Coalition for copper. to the years of hearings and Logan’s decision was and necessary for religious Bumatay disputed in his
for Religious Liberty and The project got a boost volumes of correspondence quickly appealed to the freedom laws in the United 18-page dissent to the rul-
the International Society in December 2014, when from Apache Stronghold 9th U.S. Circuit Court of States to mean something.” ing by a three-judge panel.
for Krishna Consciousness, then-Sen. John McCain, over the mine. Appeals, where Becket “And that is that faith “If religious freedom
among others. R-Ariz., inserted language in Logan also rejected the Law, a firm committed to re- groups aren’t just focused on only means protections for
“It seemed that our in- the must-pass Defense claim that the land transfer ligious freedom cases, took protections for themselves, me and not for thee, then it’s
terests were really close- Department budget bill that would violate the Religious up the Apache Stronghold but they’re willing to stand really not a real protection,”
ly aligned here, as a civ- would transfer 2,422 acres Freedom Restoration Act, cause. Luke Goodrich, se- up and defend each other,” she said. “I’m very grati-
il rights organization that of copper-rich federal land which prohibits the gov- nior counsel at Becket Law, said Barclay, whose organi- fied to see there has been a
seeks to protect a religious to Resolution Copper, in ernment from placing a compared the destruction of zation also filed a brief at the broader response to speak
Oak Flat to “dynamiting St. district court in support of up in defense of what’s hap-
Peter’s Basilica.” Apache Stronghold. pening to Oak Flat.”
“This sacred place is
core to the traditional re-
ligious exercise of the
Apaches,” Goodrich said in
a March 5 news release. “If
it is destroyed, there’s no-
where else for them to carry
on their sacred traditions.”
That argument was
echoed by Circuit Judge
Patrick Bumatay, who said the

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POLICE AND FIRE COMMUNITY

Man Fatally Shot by Sheriff’s Veterans Working Together for
Deputies at DV Call Country and Community

Staff Report said a statement on May 26, QC American Legion, Duane Ellsworth Post 129
EV Courier News 2021.
“When deputies arrived, The incident is still un- Dana Trumbull be great, but maybe we buy
Pinal County Sheriff’s the male was armed with a der investigation and PCSO EV Courier News Staff Reporter the property and then save
Office (PCSO) have report- weapon and became aggres- has not released the names toward a building. Either
ed that a man in San Tan sive towards deputies. of the deceased, the weapon Tucked away in a back way, we know we want to
Valley was killed by depu- The suspect’s actions he held or the deputies in- corner of the Queen Creek maintain a family friendly
ties responding to a domes- forced deputies to use dead- volved in the shooting. Chamber of Commerce environment; maybe we will
tic violence call. ly force. The suspect has building, 22246 S. Ellsworth focus on a coffee shop type
“Shortly before 2 a.m., been pronounced deceased. Rd. (mailing address: PO of atmosphere, rather than
PCSO Deputies were called The woman has been Box 671, Queen Creek, AZ the old school bar. But the
to a home on W. White transported to a nearby hos- 85142), is an organizational most important thing is to
Canyon Rd. in San Tan pital with serious but non- diamond: the Duane have a place where veterans
Valley regarding a domestic life threatening injuries she Ellsworth Post 129 American can talk to other veterans.”
violence incident between a sustained during the domes- Legion. There, on most Meanwhile, veterans who
husband and wife,” PCSO tic violence incident.” weeknights from 5-6pm, you need assistance can contact
will find Commander Steven the Post’s Service Officer,
AJ Man Convicted of Sexual Cain working diligently on Jose Rodriguez, 480-678- Commander Steven Cain
Exploitation of a Minor Post business. 3177 or serviceofficer@
Part of his job right now queencreeklegion.com. You Pellet Grill, with wireless
Staff Report handed down May 13, 2021 individual associated with a is simply raising awareness do not need to be a member and bluetooth capabilities,
EV Courier News following Novak’s convic- that this busy little Post to request help. a 20 lb hopper capacity,
tion in April, 2021 of mul- specific email address had exists. Without a separate Even without a building, and 850 square inch
Richard Novak tiple counts of sexual ex- building to catch the eye of the Post is active. Along cooking area. All proceeds
Apache Junction resident ploitation of a minor. Pinal uploaded multiple sexually passersby, the most common with the affiliated Auxiliary will support the Post’s
Richard Novak (59) was County Prosecutor April comment you’ll hear from and Riders (motorcycle)
sentenced to serve 102 years Holley presented the case in explicit images of children. residents when you mention
in prison. The sentence was a jury trial. the Queen Creek American
According to a state- Detective Steven Legion is, “Queen Creek has The Post has been saving money to build
ment from the Apache an American Legion Post?”
Junction Police Department Jeansonne and other detec- Yes (emphatically), they
(AJPD): “On December 17, do! Meetings are held inside
2019 the Arizona Internet tives began an investigation the Queen Creek Chamber of or purchase a building and is currently
Crimes Against Children Commerce  building  on the
Task Force was contact- which resulted in the issu- third Saturday of the month researching potential grants. “I’ve got
ed by the National Center at 9:00 am, but you’re also
for Missing and Exploited ance of multiple search war- welcome to stop by during
Children (NCMEC) in refer- office hours to sign up,
ence to Cyber Tip. NCMEC rants, interviews, and the ex- renew, or talk Post business. my eye on a few pieces of property,”
received a report that an “Membership has tripled
amination of multiple elec- since I took office in 2018,” confided Cain.
stated Cain in a recent
tronic devices seized from interview. “We are up to 167
members. So we’re growing,
an apartment in the area of but we’re still small enough units, they support youth programs. Tickets are $10,
that each individual member programs such as Boys with a 500 ticket maximum.
Montebello & Winchester. can impact how we evolve and Girls State/Nation See queencreeklegion.com/
from here.” and ALLECA (American Home/Raffles for a detailed
The case was presented to The Post has been saving Legion Law Enforcement description or to purchase a
money to build or purchase Academy); and veterans ticket online.
the Grand Jury and 59-year- a building and is currently assistance programs such The Post also has a
researching potential grants. as Operation Wounded flag drop off box on the
old Richard Novak from “I’ve got my eye on a few Veterans, which provides north side of the Chamber
pieces of property,” confided comfort items to wounded building, where community
Apache Junction was indict- Cain. “If we secure a grant veterans and their families members can leave torn and
to buy and build, that would through the Fisher House dirty American flags. The
ed for multiple counts of sex- in Tucson and other box was donated by Eagle
veteran services within Scout Sinjon Allen, Troop
ual exploitation of a minor.” the state.  With COVID 82, for his Eagle Project
restrictions beginning in 2019, and Legion Post
Proposed Tax Cuts Continued from page 5 to loosen up, the Post is 129 performs regular flag
looking to reboot social ceremonies for honorable
in the state and do not rep- cities are only now gaining share of income tax col- activities as well. retirement and disposal.
resent net-new revenue. a sense of stability follow- lections be permanently Currently, Post 129 is For more information
Regarding Prop 207, the ing the uncertainty of the increased to 18.9 percent. conducting a raffle for a Pit about the Post, go to:
initiative’s language is de- COVID-19 pandemic, safe- Doing so will allow cities and Boss Pro Series II 850 Wood queencreeklegion.com.
finitive in stipulating that guarding longstanding voter towns to maintain the quality
monies from the excise tax approved local revenues is of life their constituents ex-
on adult-use marijuana can- at the forefront of our pri- pect and meet infrastructure
not be used to supplant or orities. To hold cities and commitments necessary to
reduce existing allocations. towns harmless, the League maintain and grow the state’s
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POLICE AND FIRE

Man Arrested in Connection to Apache Junction Fire

“One person was treated for severe,
but non-life threatening burn inju-
ries and was transported to a burn
unit.  A second person was treated
for minor burn injuries and refused
transportation to a hospital”

Bill Van Nimwegen Fire & Medical District Ochs said in a news release.  its contents were a total loss Apache Junction Police bail and will be mentally
EV Courier News (SFMD), crews arrived to a “One person was treat- as a result of the fire.  One (AJPD) interviewed wit- evaluated.
fire in the 2200 block of N. ed for severe, but non-life pet was able to escape the nesses who described a
A fire in Apache Junction on Ironwood Drive in Apache threatening burn injuries home, but unfortunately person they believed start- Honour Moore
May 3 is being investigated Junction and the home was and was transported to a two other pets did perish in ed the fire. AJPD investiga-
as arson. Honour Moore already “well involved with burn unit.  A second person the fire.” tors said those interviewed
(19) has been arrested as a fire.” was treated for minor burn Fire investigators con- heard “incriminating state-
suspect in the crime. “It was quickly extin- injuries and refused trans- firmed that accelerants ments” from a man running
According to Richard guished and prevented from portation to a hospital,” were used to start the fire from the fire.
Ochs of the Superstition spreading to nearby homes,” said Ochs. “The home and intentionally. Moore, who is the son
of one of the injured occu-
pants, was later arrested and
put into the custody of Pinal
County Detention Center.
He is being held without

Chief Farber Retires Protecting Our Pets

Superstition Fire & Medical District Chief Mike Farber was recognized by the Apache The Superstition Horseman’s Association donated $650 to Superstition Fire & Medical
Junction City Council and the City Manager Bryant Powell for his 35 plus years of service District to purchase 10 FIDO bags. SFMD Chief Mike Farber is pictured with Darryl Cross,
to the community. He joined Mayor Chip Wilson during the May 4, 2021 City Council Chairman of the Board of Directors with the Superstition Horsemen’s Association and the
meeting. Chief Farber was hired by the Fire District in 1985 and spent many years serv- City of Apache Junction Mayor Chip Wilson at the May 4, 2021 City Council Meeting. FIDO
ing the community as a Firefighter/Paramedic and a Captain/Paramedic. He was promoted bags are utilized to provide supplemental oxygen and to assist in the resuscitation of small
through the ranks of Battalion Chief, Assistant Chief, and became the Fire Chief in 2017. animals when they have become victim of a tragic event, such as a house fire. Eight of the
Chief Farber retired on May 31 after almost 41 years of service as a firefighter. FIDO bags will be distributed to SFMD Fire Stations to replace those which have been used
by firefighters. One of the FIDO Bags will be donated to the City of Apache Junction Parks
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Lake Powell:
5Things
Photos by Elizabeth R. Rose To Do
Lake Powell and the town of Page in northern Arizona is a fantastic jumping-off point for visiting the Grand Canyon, Monument Valley,
Elizabeth R. Rose and some of the most historic and photographed areas of the American southwest. Now, many are discovering that the Lake Powell area is
Special to the EV Courier News a destination in itself where you can take in vivid sunsets, tour stunning natural formations, and take advantage of a full range of exciting
recreational opportunities. Come along and explore the top 5 things to do at Lake Powell in Page, Arizona.

1 1. Explore Lake Powell by Houseboat

Over the years, houseboating on Lake Powell has been a fa-
vorite thing to do for a family vacation. As the years have
passed, houseboats have become more amenity-rich and
exciting. You can reserve everything from a 46-ft economy
boat with full kitchen, bedroom, and bath to the amazing 75-
ft Excursion with five elegant staterooms, two baths, a huge
kitchen, and an outdoor hot tub. This is the type of house-

boat where you can tie up at
a beach and throw a lavish
party inviting others over
for the evening.
Once you start plying
the waters of this enor-
mous lake you can explore
the canyons and formations
of Lake Powell and see the
famous Rainbow Bridge
National Monument, with
one of the world’s largest
natural bridges. It's a short
hike from the beach to
Rainbow Bridge.

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2. Fly Over the Sights 2

Taking a one-hour flightseeing trip from the airport in Page is an ideal way to begin or end
your stay at Lake Powell. It wasn’t until I took a sightseeing trip with American Aviation
that I was able to put together the pieces of what we had seen in this beautiful area and
understand how rivers created canyons, how the various layers of the Colorado Plateau—
exposed in many places—were once part of a seascape, and how the Glen Canyon Dam
created the multi-fingered huge body of water that is Lake Powell.

3. Visit the Glen Canyon Dam

Lake Powell is the reservoir created by damming the Colorado River. And just past the
massive Glen Canyon Dam, the river flows on. There is a visitor center at the dam where
you can catch a docent-led tour or plan ahead and sign up for a float trip down the Colorado
starting at the base of the dam.

4. See Horseshoe Bend

An impressive sight along the Colorado is Horseshoe Bend, just outside Page. It’s a short
hike to the rim but once you get there you will find it exciting to peer down into the deep
blue waters of the Colorado River.

5. Explore Antelope Canyon 3

Slot canyons, like Antelope Canyon near Page, are surprising crevasses in rock with walls
marked by the passage of water over time, a favorite subject of photographers. Guided jeep
and photo tours are available from Page and due to the popularity of the tours, advance res-
ervations are recommended. Since the canyon is on Navajo land, rules and restrictions will
be determined by the Navajo Nation. Due to COVID, the canyon tours were suspended and
2021 opening dates are unknown at this time.

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PAGE 24 East Valley COURIER NEWS JUNE 2021

GOVERNMENT

Governor Ducey Announces “Arizona Back to Work”

Bonuses, Child Care, Education Scholarships and Rental Assistance Support
Arizonans Transitioning Back to Work

Arizona will stop taking the to ensure those who were dis- fully staffed and continue to visitors,” said Arizona Tour- leisure and business travel-
federal government’s pan- placed received the support ism and Lodging Associ- ers. An array of quality jobs
demic unemployment ben- they needed for themselves move the state’s economy ation President and CEO are available for those seek-
efits effective Saturday, and their families,” said Ar- Kim Grace Sabow. We are ing a rewarding industry ca-
July 10. Arizona will also izona Department of Eco- forward.”  prepared to offer safe and reer path -- and we’re ready
provide support for unem- nomic Security (DES) Direc- unique experiences to both to hire today!”
ployed individuals seeking tor Michael Wisehart. “Now “Arizona’s tourism
to upskill their careers with that employers in all sectors
adult education programs as are hiring, we’re ready to and hospitality industry is
well as additional child care transition and enhance our
opportunities. assistance to families, job poised and eager to welcome
“With ample supplies of seekers and employers. We
Staff Report the COVID-19 vaccine on are committed to ensuring Return-To-Work Bonuses well as $6 million for GED Economic Opportunity re-
Arizonas Governor’s Office hand and millions of Arizo- the long-term strength of Ar- Arizona will set aside $300 test preparation and ex- cently released a report show-
nans vaccinated, people feel izona’s economy to provide million of federal resources am fees for eligible work- ing Arizona will add nearly
On May 13, 2021, Arizona safer and are finally returning self-sufficiency for Arizona’s to offer a one-time bonus of ers without a high school 550,000 jobs by 2029 for an
Governor Doug Ducey an- to life in Arizona as we knew families.” $2,000 to eligible individuals diploma. annualized job growth rate
nounced Arizona’s plan to and loved it before,” said The Governor’s Back To who return to the workforce of 1.6 percent, four times the
support Arizonans getting Governor Ducey. “People are Work program is garnering and get a full-time job, while Child Care For Returning U.S. growth rate.
back to work, and fill the back in the office, restaurants support from community and those who return part-time Workers Arizona State Universi-
thousands of jobs available are at full capacity and tour- business leaders across the will receive $1,000. The bo- The State will provide three ty forecasters on May 6 said
across the state. ists are flocking to our state.” state: nus will be awarded when months of child care assis- the state’s strong  economic
Governor Ducey also an- “Although more people “After last week’s disap- the individual has left the un- tance for individuals with rebound is in progress and
nounced that Arizona will no are ready to work today in pointing federal jobs report, employment insurance pro- children who return to work more jobs are coming. 
longer be taking the Federal Arizona than before the pan- Arizona is implementing a gram and completed at least after collecting unemploy- As restaurants across the
Pandemic Unemployment demic, many businesses are common-sense, conservative 10 weeks of work with an ment benefits. To be eligible, state safely operate at full ca-
Compensation, and instead struggling to fill vital posi- plan to ensure we continue employer, and be offered on an individual must have al- pacity, Downtown Phoenix is
will offer one-time bonuses tions,” the Governor added. our state’s strong econom- a first-come, first-serve basis.  ready filed for unemploy- set to have more restaurants
to returning workers, along “We cannot let unemploy- ic rebound,” said Prescott In order to qualify for the ment benefits and earn $25 than before the pandemic. 
with child care support, ed- ment benefits be a barrier to Chamber of Commerce Pres- bonus, an individual must per hour, equivalent to a As employment oppor-
ucational opportunities and getting people back to work.” ident and CEO Sheri Heiney. have already filed for un- yearly salary of $52,000, or tunities grow, Governor Du-
rental assistance.  Governor Ducey’s Back “Across Arizona, restau- employment benefits. Ari- less at their new job.  cey on March 3 reinstated
“In Arizona, we’re going To Work program will help rants of all sizes are ready to zonans filing for new unem- the rule that an individual
to use federal money to en- individuals transition from hire new employees and ex- ployment benefits moving Housing Assistance receiving employment bene-
courage people to work…in- unemployment to a new job, pand their teams,” said Ari- forward will not be eligible The Governor on May fits must be actively looking
stead of paying people not to and ensure those current- zona Restaurant Association for Return-to-Work bonus- 5 announced significant for work in order to receive
work,” Governor Ducey said. ly receiving unemployment President and CEO Steve es.The individual must also new federal investment of the benefits. Under the new
As the Arizona Repub- have support available to Chucri. “When it comes to make $25 per hour or less, $508,400,000 aimed at ad- requirement, Arizonans re-
lic has reported, many em- help them in this critical step the food and beverage indus- equivalent to a yearly salary dressing housing instability ceiving unemployment ben-
ployers report they are hav- forward.  try, things are much different of $52,000, at their new job in Arizona. The funds will efits may continue to receive
ing trouble competing with Instead of using the feder- than they were a year ago. and must begin working by assist renters, support home- benefits, but must show that
the federal government’s al stimulus funding to further Millions are vaccinated, we Labor Day — Monday, Sep- owners experiencing finan- they are actively looking for
unemployment payments, grow the size of government, know how to keep patrons tember 6. Qualifying indi- cial hardship, and provide work.
which are paying individuals Governor Ducey said Arizo- and staff safe, and people viduals may accept a job with critical services to Arizonans Additionally, Governor
more to stay home and not na is using it to encourage are ready to eat at restau- an employer immediately to experiencing homelessness Ducey and DES last week
work than to find a job. those who can work to con- rants again. Restaurants need qualify for the bonus. More or housing instability. announced an additional $9
Arizona will offer a nect with job opportunities.  to ensure they have enough details about this program Arizona’s new employ- million in aid for child care
$2,000 Back To Work bonus “There is dignity in work. staff to meet the demand, will be announced soon by ment program comes as the providers throughout the
for eligible workers — with Ronald Reagan said the best but many are struggling to DES at  https://des.az.gov/ state’s economy is booming, state. With this funding, Ar-
a goal of getting as many Ar- social program is a job. I fill positions. I’m grateful to back-to-work-program. employers are looking for izona will have allocated a
izonans as possible to rejoin agree with that,” Governor Governor Ducey for encour- talent, and 2.5 million+ Ar- total of $88 million in Child
the workforce by Labor Day, Ducey said. aging Arizonans to find new Education Incentives izonans are fully vaccinated.  Care and Development Fund
September 6, 2021. “We have worked tireless- employment opportunities The State will also provide As of March, there relief funding for the child
With this new program, ly throughout the pandemic so we can get our restaurants $7.5 million for community were 160,000 - 180,000 jobs care network, providers and
college scholarships for cur- available across the state, families since the beginning
rently unemployed workers based on data from the Bu- of the pandemic, as appro-
who are eligible for the Re- reau of Labor Statistics.  priated through the 2020
turn-to-Work bonuses — as The Arizona Office of CARES Act.

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HOME IMPROVEMENT/METRO

Safety First with DIY Electrical Work

Home improvement proj- Licensed electricians are • Learn your home electri- occurs when electri- experts at the Indiana and homeowners must
ects can help homeowners cal system. Home elec- cal current passes over Electric Cooperative familiarize themselves
transform their homes. Such trical systems may in- or through a person’s note that the risk for with the techniques
projects are costly, but ma- clude power lines, elec- body, involves burns, electrocution is signifi- professionals rely on to
ny homeowners save mon- tric meters, service pan- abnormal heart rhythm cant when water comes stay safe if they intend
ey by doing some, if not all, els, subpanels, wiring, and unconsciousness. in contact with electric- to begin DIY electrical
of the work themselves. and more. These systems Given the potential for ity. It’s imperative that projects.
The Electrical Safety are complex, and home- serious injury, the ESFI homeowners do not Homeowners are best
Foundation International, a owners who intend to urges homeowners to touch plumbing and gas served by leaving electrical
nonprofit organization ded- do some DIY electrical make an honest assess- pipes when performing work to the professionals.
icated to promoting electri- work should familiarize ment of their skills be- a DIY electrical proj- However, those who insist
themselves with their fore they begin working ect. Professionals know on doing such work them-
home electrical systems on their home’s elec- how to work around selves should do their home-
prior to beginning any trical systems. Little or such pipes while min- work and get to know their
work. The ESFI notes no experience working imizing their risk for systems and safety protocols
that knowledge of their with electrical systems electric shock or worse, prior to beginning a project.
home electrical systems
well-trained, whereas can help homeowners should be considered a
more safely navigate significant hurdle to any
homeowners may not be them and make mainte- DIY project.
nance easier. • Turn the power off. It’s
skilled enough to avoid ac- essential that the power
• Honestly assess your to the circuit that will
cidents or injuries, which skills. An honest assess- be worked on be turned
ment of skills is abso- off prior to starting any
can prove fatal when work- lutely necessary prior to work. This can be ac-
working on an electri- complished by switch-
ing with electricity. cal system. According ing off the circuit break-
to the National Safety er in the main service
Homeowners who take Council, injuries relat- panel. Similarly, when
ing to electrical inci- working on appliances
the do-it-yourself route dents typically fall into or lamps, make sure the
one of four categories: products are unplugged
with electrical work should electrical shock, electro- prior to working on
cution, falls, and burns. them.
consider these safety tips, Each of these injuries is • Do not touch plumbing
significant. For example, or gas pipes when do-
Given the potential for serious inju- electric shock, which ing electrical work. The
ry, the ESFI urges homeowners to
make an honest assessment of their
skills before they begin working on
their home’s electrical systems.

cal safety, recommends that courtesy of the ESFI, before
homeowners leave electrical beginning a home electrical
work to the professionals. project.

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THE KOLLENBORN CHRONICLES

Aerial Tram on Superstition Mountain

Tom Kollenborn Mountain Wilderness (circa This entire proposal began
© 2016, 2021 1960). It failed in the face of to look feasible when the R2
overwhelming opposition. lands were examined for ac-
This is a reminder of what Many believed the cost cessibility. The only major
can happen when propos- of such a project would be problem was the Flat Iron it-
ing ideas about how to make prohibitive in this small un- self was within the boundar-
destination locations an ex- developed desert commu- ies of the wilderness, and the
citing place to attract visi- nity that in 1960 was filled forest service’s wilderness
tors to an area. During all the primarily with retired winter concept strictly prohibited
speculation associated with residents trying to get away any such use of wilderness
how to bring visitors to the from the cold midwestern lands.
desert area known as Apache and eastern winters. It was The supporters of the
Junction in the late 1950s shortly after this time that tramway were trying to form
and early 1960s, a great ma- such a tramway was actually a committee and generate
ny ideas were suggested. The constructed in Palm Springs, interest for the idea. Stewart
idea of an aerial tram from California. That aerial tram Udall and Congressman

Many believed the cost of such a project would be prohibitive
in this small undeveloped desert community that in 1960 was
filled primarily with retired winter residents trying to get away
from the cold midwestern and eastern winters.

the “Superstition Ho Hotel” soon became very popular Morris Udall both opposed The tramway in the above photo operates at Palm Springs, California, and is very popu-
to the Flat Iron peak on tourist destination in the des- the proposal. They were lar with the tourists of the area. Such a tramway was once proposed for the Superstition
Superstition Mountain was ert of California. against any encroachment of Mountain Wilderness (circa 1960). It failed in the face of overwhelming opposition.
one of the more interesting. Many of the early settlers the wilderness. Then there Photo: Roberta Nowak
This aerial tram idea around Apache Junction were proposals to change
fired the imaginations of strongly opposed the idea the “wilderness” status to a it except for the transfer of and others opposed the entire general public. In my re-
several people who believed and immediately went about “national park” status. This land from the R2 lands to concept of a wilderness area search I found several who
the concept was possible organizing a petition drive idea found some support in the BLM. Then this land east of Apache Junction. If remember this proposal and
because it had been accom- against such a proposal. Congress. Udall said a small was turned over to the State there had not been some vi- the temporary concern it
plished at many ski resorts These same people fought portion of the land could of Arizona. The State of sionaries in those days who produced in this community.
in the western part of the the incorporation of Apache be possibly changed to a Arizona can’t sell or transfer believed that wilderness Today Apache Junction
United States. The aerial Junction for decades until National Park status. the title of these lands that was more important than de- is unique to any other com-
tram proponents were think- the city was finally incorpo- The final result of pro- form the Lost Dutchman velopment; we would have munity in the Salt River
ing about huge gondolas rated in November of 1978. posals and counter propos- State Park. amusement parks with bright Valley with this very popu-
carrying 20 to 30 passengers It wasn’t long before als ended with the donation This was Congressman lights on top of Superstition lar Superstition Wilderness
running to the top of Flat Secretary of Interior Steward of 320 acres of land to be Udall’s compromise involv- Mountain looking down on Area of some 242 square
Iron every 30 minutes. Udall voiced his opinion as used as a national recre- ing the lands associated with Apache Junction today. miles immediately east of
They also wanted a to whether or not an aerial ation park along the Apache the concept of the tramway The facts, renderings the community. Over a hun-
walkway constructed around tram project was possible Trail in 1967. Eventually to the Flat Iron. Many peo- and letters concerning this dred thousand people visit
the top edge of the Flat Iron under current wilderness this land (BLM) was turned ple opposed the idea of the unpopular proposal still lie the wilderness area annual-
(Ship Rock) for spectacular regulations. He strongly op- over to the State of Arizona Superstition Wilderness Area somewhere hidden from ly and it popularity grows
views of Apache Junction posed the idea of changing for the purpose of maintain- becoming a National Park the eyes of historian and the each year.
and the East Valley. They the classification of land in- ing a park. In 1977 this land
proposed a large circular volved in this proposal. became Lost Dutchman
rotating glass restaurant to It was soon learned that State Park.
serve evening meals at pre- the R2 lands were not in- Lost Dutchman State
mium prices. cluded in the wilderness ar- Park actually was the con-
The tramway in the ea designation. Siphon Draw gressional settlement in this
above photo operates at was also outside the wilder- controversy to build a tram-
Palm Springs, California, ness boundary and located way to the top of the Flat
and is very popular with the within the R2 lands. This Iron. I do remember the
tourists of the area. Such provided an access to the controversy and so do oth-
a tramway was once pro- Flat Iron where the tram’s ers, but I could not find any
posed for the Superstition towers could be constructed. newspaper accounts about

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the Mining District This made the task danger- HOPE FOR STEVENS”. ing dangerous work. Each
• Pan for Real Gold ous and slow. The first level It has been seven days now man depends on the other
• Enjoy Great Food was reached but impossible and no one could survive that mans ability to complete ar-
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• Horseback Riding and second level. As the day ter. The men were drained. called on to do the impossi-
• Jeep Tours passed there was little hope All hope for Stevens is lost. ble and they usually do it.
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alive. The articles had gone per proclaimed the loss. Book: Goldfield Boom to
Gateway To The Legendary Superstition Mountains into great detail speculating Speculation started in re- Bust Arizona Territory 1893
how much air Stevens had. gards to the family’s loss in By : Mayor Bob Schoose
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nutritional value. Stevens of their comrades.
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BUSINESS FOCUS

Southwest Mobility, Inc. Gets You Moving Again

The Mesa store features a large showroom of new and used products. Mark Farmer, along with his wife Susan, started
Southwest Mobility in 1989.

Bill Van Nimwegen back the freedom to lead an and reassemble out of my Care Act) made it difficult
EV Courier News active life. car’s trunk,” Mark told the for medical equipment sup-
Southwest Mobility al- Courier News. “It served pliers to get reimbursed like
They say that sunshine is so carries a selection of in- as the demo at my sales we used to, now it is mostly
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are recovering from an inju- cluding lift chairs, hospital Susan built up a little inven- “We also work closely with
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Southwest Mobility, Inc. can wife Susan started the buy our partner out and we A knowledgeable staff
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out in it. With a wide selec- in 1989. They began very 1998. We opened our Sun Sun City help customers
tion of manual and powered small, running the business City store in 2002.” regain their independence.
wheelchairs, mobility scoot- from their Mesa apartment. Both stores are approx- “Our sales staff or no-pres-
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REAL ESTATE

Top 5 Hottest Home Building Trends

enjoy the outdoors through smart home technology into
spring, fall and even winter your living space.
if you’re brave. You can start small with
Home automation: This voice assistant and smart
is another longstanding light bulbs and work your
trend that shows no signs way up to a total smart
of slowing down. It has al- home system that includes
so evolved to encompass home security, temperature
more of the home to make controls and all your elec-
life even more comfort- tronic devices.
able and convenient. From Customization: You
an oven that can be turned don’t have to settle for what
on remotely to preheat, mass manufacturers decide
to skylights that can open to build, or what works for
and close automatically to everyone else. Creating a
create the perfect ambient home that’s as unique as
temperature, there are more you are is the latest trend,
ways than ever to integrate with custom-built storage
and personalized architec-
These days, home trends light bulbs. Now, it’s all Switching to disas- tural features to make your
are about more than good about making sure every- ter-resilient materials is an space stand out.
design and aesthetics — thing in your home reduces important first step. Many You can even go as far
they’re about creating spac- your carbon footprint and builders now prefer to use as building a custom home
es that reflect our values minimizes any impact on stronger, more energy-effi- that’s suited to your fami-
and are more comfortable the environment. cient materials like insulat- ly. Older home demolitions
ed concrete forms (ICFs) and purchasing land-on-
Whether you’re shopping for a new instead of more traditional ly properties is becoming
home, renovating your own or cre- materials like wood. For more common, allowing
ating a new build from scratch, example, Nudura ICFs can you to work with an archi-
here are some of the biggest trends withstand winds of up to tect to create exactly what
you need to know for inspiration. 250 miles per hour (equiv- you want with a new build.
alent to an F4 tornado) and Find more information
offer a fire protection rating about the benefits of build-
of up to four hours. ing a home with ICFs at
Outdoor living: Many nudura.com.
of us are now choosing to
and enjoyable to live in. To try the trend yourself, forgo getting a cottage or
From net-zero and net-pos- think big and get creative – summer home and recreate
itive construction to tiny install solar panels on your the experience in our own
minimalist homes, trends roof, choose building ma- backyards. This trend helps
are all about your family’s terials that don’t require you make the most of your
lifestyle. deforestation and upcycle existing space and take full
Whether you’re shop- old furniture for decorative advantage of your yard or
ping for a new home, reno- elements instead of buying patio during the summer
vating your own or creating new. months.
a new build from scratch, Disaster resiliency: Cli- You can design a full liv-
here are some of the biggest mate change affects us in ing space outside, complete
trends you need to know for so many negative ways, and with an outdoor television
inspiration. one of the top concerns is the and comfy couches, as well
Sustainable design: This increase in natural disasters. as a kitchen and refrigerator
one has been popular for a From wildfires that last for for entertaining. Consider
long time, but green design months to major floods that adding a fireplace or fire-
has evolved to be about affect entire cities, we now pit to keep warm during
much more than energy-ef- need to prepare for the worst cool summer nights and
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RESTAURANT

Los Gringos Locos is an East Valley Favorite

Kristina Harshman by partners Patty Smith, Jodi Los Gringos Locos is still a to be the center of atten- traveled to your table, you dining before the heat hits.
Special to the EV Courier News and Jeff Ehrlich, and Debra hopping place to hang your tion, I order the steak faji- can always order the big Plus, there is a fountain for
and Gary Nine. Los Gringos sombrero long enough to tas, because you can hear margarita. It gets my atten- the kids to throw all your
Many of us in Arizona have was a welcome addition to enjoy a hot meal. and smell them sizzling on tion every time I see it. With coins in.
a healthy respect for “Taco the city’s Main Street fare, Let’s talk about those their way from the kitchen a full-service bar and beers Los Gringos Locos is
Tuesday.” In my family, and members of the Apache hot meals (and I don’t shy to your table—no matter on tap and by the bottle, you located at 420 S. Phelps
we tend to celebrate Taco Junction community were away from the hot stuff). It where in the restaurant you won’t leave thirsty. Dr., Apache Junction, AZ
Tuesday throughout the quick to show there was should be noted that I can are sitting. Los Gringos Locos of- 85120, the phone number
week. This month, I’d like room in their hearts for make a meal out of just their The Monterey burri- fers plenty of indoor and is (480) 288-5626 and their
to spotlight one of my fa- some great Mexican cui- chips and salsa. I order the to smothered in Poblano outdoor seating. Indoors website is losgringosaj.com
vorite local Mexican restau- sine. The original entrepre- hot sauce, and it’s not for cream sauce is more of a you will experience the Whenever you need
rants, Los Gringos Locos neurs sold the restaurant the weak. If you are feeling quiet, under-sung hero. It is brightly colored, casual some spice in your life,
Grill & Cantina in Apache after 16 years to the current fancy, ask for the table side found on the lunch menu, cantina feel. Outside you Los Gringos Locos Grill &
Junction. owners, Glenn, Vicki, and guacamole. which is served until 3 p.m. can enjoy the few weeks Cantina is sure to please.
Los Gringos Locos was Michael Schmidt. Through For the main dish, if you Fortunately, they agree to of tolerable spring/summer Enjoy!
opened in December, 2002 the change in ownership, can’t find something on the make it for me whenever
menu that sounds good, I ask for it. Give it a shot.
maybe you simply don’t Oh, and don’t forget the flan
like Mexican food. If that’s with caramel sauce.
the case, you can order a You can’t say Mexican
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the steak fajitas and the favorite house margarita.
Monterey burrito are at the If you didn’t get enough
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Stout, and Tucson Blonde The décor is rather plain, 5of $
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HEALTH AND MEDICAL

Saguaro Foot & Ankle Clinic

Bachelor of Science degree even equiped with it's own interests at heart. Call 480-597-1751 for an
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gree from Western Univer- pointments and travel. Apache Trails Unit #110 more information.
sity of Health Sciences Col- Dr. Lewis returned to in Apache Junction.
lege of Podiatric Medicine. South America recently for Dr. Kreig Lewis, DPM
He completed his Podiatric a Pediatric surgical medical

Bill Van Nimwegen he became familiar with In addition to orthotics, geriatrics and
EV Courier News sports-related injuries such pediatrics, Dr. Lewis provides up-to-date
as ankle sprains, tendon pain surgical treatment options such as ankle
The "shingle" is out at or Achilles tendon ruptures replacement, flatfoot reconstruction, ar-
Saguaro Foot & Ankle and now can treat them.
Clinic in Apache Junction. Before medical school, throscopic surgery and ankle fractures.
Dr. Kreig Lewis, DPM re- according to the clinic's
cently opened his doors website, "Dr. Lewis spent Surgical Residency in Albu- mission where he donated
to patients in need of care two years as a missionary querque, New Mexico. his time and skill set to help
for their ankles and feet. "I in South America where he In addition to orthotics, the children of Nicaragua.
am also leaving slots open learned Spanish and oth- geriatrics and pediatrics, Dr. He spent his time perform-
throughout the day for walk- er lifelong lessons such as Lewis provides up-to-date ing pediatric reconstructive
ins or emergencies," said Dr. learning to care for others." surgical treatment options surgery.
Lewis. "I can still converse such as ankle replacement, Dr. Lewis believes all
An Arizona native, Dr. pretty well in Spanish and flatfoot reconstruction, ar- patients deserve an hon-
Lewis grew up in Mesa and my receptionist will also be throscopic surgery and an- est, trustworthy provider
played several sports for bilingual," he said. kle fractures. The office is who has his patients’ best
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PUZZLE PAGE

CLUES ACROSS 43. No seats available 12. As happily
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5. French industrial city 15. Muddy or boggy
9. Diagrams composer
11. Diplomat 46. Fit of irritation ground
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25. Expression of 35. Serious or urgent
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