January 2023

Apache Junction • Gold Canyon • East Mesa Index Viewpoint . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6 Editorial . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7 Community . . . . 8, 10, 12,14,15 Business Focus . . . . . . . 16,17 Kollenborn Chronicles..... 18 The Road Travelled . . . . . . . 20 Home Improvement . . . . . . . 22 Community . . . . . . . . . . 26-27 Entertainment . . . . . . . . . . . 28 Health Medical . . . . . . . . . . . 30 Restaurant.............. 32 Police/Fire . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 36 Senior Living . . . . . . . . . . . . 38 Worship . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 42 Pet of the Month . . . . . . . . . . 44 Puzzle . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 46 Please Take One! COURIER NEWS Arizona “Bringing Communities Together” JANUARY 2023 FREE Peralta Regional Park Opening, This Month! See Page 26. Native American Arts Festival 2023 See Page 14. Mayor Chip Wilson Talks about Apache Junction's Future, See Page 15. PERALTA REGIONAL PARK OPENING Thou art invited to the Renaissance Festival See Page 28. The Sandwich Shoppe Fresh Baked Bread, Boar’s Head Meat & Cheese, and only the Finest Ingredients $1.00 OFF 28 N. Ironwood Dr., Suite 4, Apache Junction (NW Corner of Ironwood & Apache Trail) Monday - Friday 10am-6pm • Saturday 10am-4pm Closed Sunday (480)671-9576 FB-thesandwichshoppeaj Your Meal with the purchase of a Sandwich, Drink and Side must mention coupon to receive $1.00 off your meal

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PAGE 6 Arizona COURIER NEWS JANUARY 2023 COURIER NEWS Arizona Richard Taylor PUBLISHER/EDITOR [email protected] David Waldmann ADVERTISING [email protected] Mark Hays REPORTER [email protected] Brad Sprung GRAPHICS [email protected] Jack Olson PHOTOGRAPHER Nack Industries LLC Doug Young DISTRIBUTION OFFICE 288 N. Ironwood Dr., Suite 106 Apache Junction, AZ 85120 480-288-0351 Send News Stories, Press Releases Letters to the Editor to: [email protected] VIEW OUR NEWSPAPER AT www.arizonacouriernews.com Arizona Courier News is owned and published by Arizona Courier News, LLC. No person, organization or party can copy or reproduce the contents on our website and/or magazine or any part of this publication without written consent from the editor’s panel and the author of the content, as applicable. The publisher, authors and contributors reserve their rights with regards to copyright of their work. The Arizona Courier News is a Proud Member of: VIEW POINT The views and opinions expressed on this and the following page are solely those of the original authors and other contributors. These views and opinions do not necessarily represent those of Arizona Valley Courier News, the Courier News staff, and/or any/all contributors to this publication. What do you think? What are your New Years Resolutions? Dante G. Apache Junction Terry R. Apache Junction Dave H. Apache Junction Steve J. Apache Junction “Quitting getting married so many times, I’ve done it five times!” “I own a crystal shop, and one of my resolutions is to post a new listing every single day, a goal is to hit one hundred sales by the end of January.” “I haven’t planned anything to tell you the truth, maybe it’s too early for me but I generally don’t make news years resolutions. I’ll just keep living life I guess, and enjoying it!” “I just hitchhiked in, I’m new to the area and hoping to find some work here and get on my feet. I guess my new years resolution would be to find some housing, a vehicle, and some full time work!” Find Park Models & Mobile Homes for Sale at Email: [email protected] Sales Phone:480-228-7786 AZRVResorts.net One of Our Beautiful 55+ Resorts in Arizona RV Sites At All Resort Locations, Contact Park Offices for Availability! Find Park Models & Mobile Homes for Sale at Email: [email protected] Sales Phone:480-228-7786 AZRVResorts.net One of Our Beautiful 55+ Resorts in Arizona RV Sites At All Resort Locations, Contact Park Offices for Availability! 2022 1B/1B Park Model $92,500 in Payson area. Ground set on 55+ community Call Woody at (480) 433-6245. 2023 2B/1B on El Dorado Mobile Estates Apache Junction $94,999 Large lot, fully equipped. Awning and Shed Comming soon! Call Raina at (480) 228-7786.

Arizona PAGE 7 JANUARY 2023 COURIER NEWS PICK US UP AT OVER 200 Locations FREE For Advertising Information Call Richard (928) 277-3958 EDITORIAL A Healthy Dose of Fear Mark Hays Arizona Courier News What effect does fear have on us in the modern world? Does it hold more sway over us than it should? Sure, fear keeps us safe, but it can be harmful when we let it get out of control. We are uniquely situated in a time when society is more "civilized" than ever and violence is quite low, so why do we so often cower from fear? The Oxford Dictionary defines fear as “an unpleasant emotion caused by the belief that someone or something is dangerous, likely to cause pain or a threat.” Note the three main words to this definition- emotion pain and threat. Fear is an emotion, it is intangible. In theory, it can't prevent us from doing what we want if we choose not to give it that power. What about the other two words, pain and threat? Certainly, a reason to pause and think. But consider how often fear is an accurate gauge of these things. If you think about the things you were frightened of in the last week, how many of them could have caused real harm to you? Likely not as many as our ancestors would have faced. According to anthropologists, modern humans evolved in the plains and forests of Africa millions of years ago. In these times, we were not the apex predators we are now. Humans were killed and eaten by large cats and other stealthy ambush predators, and fear was a vital part of our survival back then. Constant vigilance was a good way to stay alive. But as our societies developed throughout the ages, the threats we faced changed as well. No longer are we faced with the risks of animal attack daily, no longer forced to be quick or be dead. Consider the state of society now and how it has changed compared to the savage times of recent centuries- the slow decay of sedentary living kills more of us now than does violence. And yet, our fear of risk remains as strong as ever. Indeed, in the modern, civilized world, we have comparatively little to fear from harm and considerably more to fear from inaction. So why not live boldly? Face your fears and in turn, defeat them. Think about your life- where is fear holding you back? If you see irrational fears why not try to overcome them? Often things aren't as bad as we initially think. Even today, we can indeed be afraid of things for good reason. There remain many dangers in the modern world, but we can discern between irrational fears and those that are necessary to keep us safe from harm. We have the choice to rise above blind instinct, listening to every fear. We can follow useful, guiding fears, and ignore the vapid, useless ones. So let’s take an honest assessment of our lives and see which fears to listen to and which to overcome. COMPLETE AUTOMOTIVE REPAIR CARS • TRUCKS • RV'S • 4X4 WWW.DOUGSTRANSMISSION.COM 2YEAR-24,000 MILE WARRANTY On Most Repair Work DIFFERENTIAL • CLUTCH REPAIR • AIR CONDITIONING • TRANSMISSION REPAIR • TRANSFER CASE 480-964-3832 AC SERVICE SPECIAL $6999* *Freon extra on applicable vehicles. Plus tax. Must present coupon at time of service. TRANSMISSION SERVICE $14999* *On applicable vehicles. Plus tax. Must present coupon at time of service. We Now Offer Financing! Care Care ONE NO INTEREST FOR 6 MONTHS! Synchrony Financial 10% Off* FOR ALL VETERANS & SENIORS *Must Present Ad at Time of Service. Labor Only. FREE CHECK ENGINE LIGHT DIAGNOSTIC! Family Owned & Operated for over 30 Years!

PAGE 8 Arizona COURIER NEWS JANUARY 2023 Send your news, pictures and events to [email protected] Solution for Page 46 Puzzle COMMUNITY Hours: Tuesday To Friday 8am-2pm 1678 W. Superstition Blvd. #11 Apache Junction, AZ 85130 Custom Embroidery, Screen-Printing & Rhinestone Designs Family Owned and Operated! Mention this Ad for FREE SET UP On your First Order!* ( $ 50 Value) *Minimum quntities may apply Specializing in small businesses, Schools, Local Events, Reunions, & More! (480) 832-8323 Trails & Tails 5k Event Our first dog friendly event was so well received in 2022, that we are doing it again in 2023! Dogs are a big part of our families and they need exercise and love the outdoors as much as we do. Bring your family and your pups to the Trails & Tails 5k on January 28th. The Parks and Recreation staff will be stationed in the desert, ready to cheer you on to the finish line. Whether you choose to walk or jog, come and enjoy the beautiful outdoor trails with your entire family and your pups. Check in will begin at 8:15am with the 5k beginning at 8:30am. If your 4-legged friend isn’t quite comfortable being around other pups, feel free to start anytime between 8:30- 8:45am. All pups must be well behaved and on leash at all time. Pups are not required to participate. Paws and Claws Care Center (PCCC) will be joining us at the event. They will be collecting items such as cat litter, bleach, Dawn dish soap, canned dog and cat food, dog and cat treats and hard dog toys for strong chewers (such as Kong or Nylabone). PCCC provides services to the residents of Apache Junction such as adoptions, licensing, public outreach and education and many other services. The Arizona Parks and Recreation Association’s “LeashUpCleanUp” campaign is a collaborative, statewide effort to encourage and remind people to keep their dogs on a leash and clean up after their pets. The campaign is meant to increase awareness about the impact dog waste has on the environment, health, and public safety as well as the importance of keeping your dog leashed in public spaces. In Arizona, it’s the law that your dog needs to be on a leash when out in public unless you are in an off-leash dog park. No matter where you take your dog or how well trained they are, your dog is safer when on a leash and you are too. Ever think it’s no big deal if you don’t pick up your dog's poop? Imagine that there's one dog for every ten people. In a medium-sized town of 100,000 people, that's 10,000 dogs. Now imagine if NONE of those people picked up their dog's waste. That's 10,000 to 20,000 poops on the ground every day! Pack it in, Pack it out! This event is also the January My Park = My Gym: Park2Park Fitness challenge activity. Run, walk or dance “Your Way” to complete the 5k. Join us live on the 28th or complete it on your own. Route will be marked January 21st- 30th. Join the My Park= My Gym challenge and learn how our parks can become your gym. Registration is currently open and will close January 2nd. Parks and Recreation would like to thank the Lost Dutchman Marathon; without their support these events would not be possible. For more information on either of these programs or other programs and services, please contact the Parks and Recreation Department at 480- 474-5240 or visit our website Jill Ruot, Recreation Coordinator Apache Junction Parks & Recreation at www.apachejunctionaz. gov/parks. HELP WANTED P a r t - T i m e : M a i n t e n a n c e M a n needed. $17.00 an hr. Near Junction and Hilton Rd. A.J. Please call between 7:00AM and 6:00PM. Ph.#: (480) 982-2484 _____________ PRN lady needed to assist with chores and driving to appointments. $12.00 an hr. Near Junction and Hilton Rd. A.J. Please call between 7:00AM and 6:00PM. Ph.#: (480) 982-2484

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PAGE 10 Arizona COURIER NEWS JANUARY 2023 COMMUNITY COMMUNITY SERVICES Help with Jobs, Food Insecurity, Rent, and Utility Costs In the East Valley there are several city, state and social service agencies ready to help residents with basic needs and more. Help with navigating these sometimes daunting bureaus is also available with an appointment. Following is a partial list of providers, their services and phone numbers and/or web sites. If you are in need, or know someone who is, please avail yourself of these local groups who exist to help. Apache Junction Food bank 480-983-2995 Food assistance A New Leaf www.turnanewleaf.org 602-595-8700 Housing / shelter assistance Educational assistance Arizona Dept. of Economic Security https://des.az.gov 1-855-432-7587 Food assistance SNAP Health assistance AHCCCS Employment services Rental assistance Utility assistance Borderlands Produce Rescue (Produce on Wheels) www.borderlandsproducerescue.org 520-287-2627 Can be found on Facebook Food assistance Calvary Chapel of Queen Creek calvaryqueencreek.org 480-988-2984 Food assistance Empowerment Systems, Inc. empowermentsystems.org 480-367-6937 Food assistance Employment services through Arizona @ Work SNAP, AHCCCS, TANF, Kidscare assistance Utility assistance through CAHRA First Baptist Church Apache Junction fbcaj.com 480-982-2155 Food assistance Genesis Project www.genesisprojectaz.com 480-225-7757 Food assistance Clothing assistance Gold Canyon United Methodist Church goldcanyonumc.org 480-982-3776 Food assistance Hope Women’s Center hopewomenscenter.org 480-983-4673 Food assistance Clothing assistance House of Refuge www.houseofrefuge.org 480-988-9242 Food assistance Housing / shelter assistance Educational assistance Clothing assistance Market on the Move The 3000 Club www.marketonthemove.org 623-980-7357 Food assistance Mountain View Church Food Bank (Queen Creek) mvfcaz.com 480-415-9814 Food assistance Other Side Ministries othersideministries.org 480-438-2852 Food assistance Our Lady of Guadalupe Parish (Queen Creek) www.ologparish.org 480-290-1011 Food assistance Queen Creek Food Bank Family Resource Center www.queencreekaz.gov 480-987-5988 Food assistance Restore Nonprofit restorenonprofit.webs.com 480-229-7356 Food assistance Clothing assistance Utility assistance Salvation Army 480-982-4110 Food assistance Rent/utility assistance San Tan Valley Head Start and Early Head Start 480-987-1845 Educational assistance Winter Lecture Series at Apache Junction Library Do you know that Arizona has more species of hummingbirds and owls than any other state in the United States? That Jerome procured a post office in 1883 or the first neon light flickered through the desert from a California car dealership in the early 1920s? That is but a small sample of what can be learned at the Apache Junction Public Library’s popular lecture series back for its sixth season. Beginning Tuesday, Jan. 10, local favorite Vera Walters leads off with “Museums of Arizona.” Her exhaustive list of institutions — from the renowned to the obscure — is sure to include a destination for every interest. Lectures will continue Tuesdays through Feb. 21 at 2:30 p.m. at the library, 1177 N. Idaho Road. On Jan. 17, Scott Warren presents “Assembling the Southwest: The History and Geography of a Region,” a richly illustrated look at how the Southwest and its cultural and natural icons became distinctive in our collective imagination. Join Marshall Shore for his Jan. 24 presentation, “Arizona’s Vintage Signs: Lighting the Future.” With the rise of Arizona and automobile travel, restaurants, motels, curio shops and gas stations needed large, bright signs to make an impression. This informative and entertaining visual presentation explores the social significance of the rise of commercial neon signs. The Winter Lecture Series is part of the Arizona Humanities AZ Speaks program, funded by the Friends of the Apache Junction and free to the public. For more information call 480-474-8555 or visit, https://www.ajpl.org. Al Bravo, Public Information Officer January 31st- Jay Mark presents “Jerome – Too Stubborn to Die: How the Town Survived Numerous “Near-Death” Experiences.” Fires, landslides, floods, labor strikes, polluted air, epidemics, Depression, recessions and financial collapse might have spelled the end of a lesser community. Mark recounts how Jerome not only survived these calamities but thrived. F e b r u a r y l e c t u r e s i n c l u d e : F e b . 7 – Nanibaa Beck presents “Metalsmith Matriarchs: Makers, Memory, and Reciprocity.” Feb. 14 – Natalie J. Stewart-Smith presents “Flying Through Arizona: The Story of the First National Women’s Air Race.” Feb. 21 – Vera Walters presents “Birds of the Sonoran Desert.”

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PAGE 12 Arizona COURIER NEWS JANUARY 2023 COMMUNITY Art Shows Highlight Local Creativity Mark Hays Arizona Courier News The Artists of the Superstitions art group is busy helping highlight the work of local artists and bring culture to the East Valley, and have been doing so for a long time now. Artists of the Superstitions was founded back in 2007 and puts on a couple of shows each month. They began with only three members, but now have more than seventy-five artists, many of whom were recently featured at a show held on December 3rd at Mountain View Lutheran Church. The show on December 3rd was a big draw for the community, with a festive friendly atmosphere in the large hall of the church which was filled with the booths of artists. Thirty-six of them attended, and this show was not even one the largest onesArtists of the Superstitions president William Agard says that the group holds two studio tours every year, that visit the studios of artists in the area. “The two main shows are what we call our studio tours,” he said. “We have one in the fall and another coming up the in spring in March.” While these shows are the group's main events, the smaller shows are still bustling with excitement and filled with plenty of quality art. The artists at the show in December included painters, photographers, jewelers, and sculptors. One of the jewelers at the show was Clarence Weipart who showed off his jewelry made from silver and copper wire with polished stones. "I was looking for something to do one day, and bought some wire and took a class for about ten hours. Then I started wrapping and threw some stuff away and starting wrapping some more and threw that away- then all of the sudden I just started my own technique, and that's what I've been doing!" Clarence said. Another artist at the show, Janie Black-Zurino was selling her gourd art, intricately carved squash painted with vibrant designs “I get my gourd’s from a farmer in Casa Grande,” she said. “I can use paints, I can use inks, I can use a wood burner. I can carve them and I can sand them.” She got into gourd art after learning about it at an art festival she attended. Artists of the Superstitions is also focused on giving back to the community, sponsoring artists from local schools, and supplying them with the materials they need for their art. The D e c e m b e r s h o w featured works by students at Apache Junction High school. At a long booth was displayed the art of six students from the school. Across the the December 3rd show! If you missed it, there is no need to worry. The Artists o f S u p e r s t i t i o n s hold many art shows throughout the year. This month, there will table, you could see the progression of the student's work over the school year, with the paintings getting more complex as time went on. And this was just one of the fascinating exhibits at be a show on the 29th of January with the Gold Canyon Arts Festival at Gold Canyon United Methodist Church and one on the 4th of February at Mountain View Luthern Church. From Left to Right: Caia Plamann - Senior, Jessika Jurrens - Sophomore, Miss Joy Allen - Apache Junction High School Art Education Teacher, Amy Hosner - Freshman, Ella Brewster - Freshman, Jayden Wallace - Sophomore, Emma Holloway - Sophomore Clarence E. Weipart

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PAGE 14 Arizona COURIER NEWS JANUARY 2023 THE SUPERSTITION MOUNTAIN MUSEUM’S FREE LECTURE SERIES “Legends and Lore of the Superstitions and More,” is scheduled to begin on Thursday, January 5, 2023. T h e s e r ie s b r i n g s t o g e t h e r l o c a l scholars, personalities, historians, artists, and authors to introduce attendees to the rich culture of our region. The lectures are free to the public. L e c t u r e s a r e h eld Thursday afternoons at 2:00 p.m. in the Museum’s outdoor amphitheater. The featured presenters and dates this month are: January 5 - Teton Ken The Lost Dutchman and His Mine January 12 - Jodi Akers and Kathy Schuster Saving the Apache TrailJanuary 19 - Steve Renzi Black Cowboys January 26 - Native American Storytelling. For more information, go to superstitionmountainmuseum.org or call 480-983-4888. Photo Jack Olson 2023 NATIVE AMERICAN ARTS FESTIVAL AT SUPERSTITION MOUNTAIN MUSEUM Superstition Mountain Museum is excited to present an event celebrating Native American culture and art January 28, & 29, from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. The two-day Native American Arts Festival will include two stages featuring awe-inspiring dance, storytellers, artisans showcasing their unique creations and talented musicians playing Native Flute and acoustic guitar. Featured performers are the world famous Yellow Bird Apache Hoop Dancers who will perform on each day. Tony Duncan, of Yellow Bird Dancers, is the 2021 World Hoop Champion and has delighted audiences internationally for several years. We are very fortunate to have them on our stage. Also performing as storytellers will be Violet and Ken Duncan of Yellow Bird Productions. More dance groups have been invited and will be announced soon. Numerous traditional and contemporary tribal-registered Native American artisans will be at the festival, showcasing their work in a Master Craftsman space. They will visit with attendees and provide insights associated with their art. Special guests from the various 21 tribes of Arizona include Tribal Royalty and Native American color guards. This event is a family-friendly and educational event offering tremendous photographic and shopping opportunities. Admission fee is $10 per person with kids under 10 admitted free. The 2023 Native American Arts Festival was made possible by a grant from the Arizona Commission on the Arts and contributions from Bashas’ to the hospitality tent. 2023 Native American Arts Festival at Superstition Mountain Museum January 28, & 29 from 9:00 am – 4:00 pm MASTER GARDENERS PRESENT AT SUPERSTITION MOUNTAIN MUSEUM On Sunday, January 15 from 9:00 am – 4:00 pm, University of Arizona, Pinal County Master Gardeners will give several presentations and host a Kid's activity area on the Museum Grounds. The Superstition Mountain Master Gardners are committed to enriching our lives through gardening in this challenging region. There will be presentations including care of orchids, creating a terrarium of aloe and agave succulents and container pot gardening. Also included will be presentations on xeriscaping, being fire-wise and confronting natural threats to healthy gardens in the desert. The presentations will be repeated throughout the day -- it's possible to see them all. Participants at the terrarium presentation will leave with a sample. Master Gardeners Present at Superstition Mountain Museum Sunday, January 15 from 9:00 am – 4:00 pm

Arizona PAGE 15 JANUARY 2023 COURIER NEWS COMMUNITY MAYOR CHIP WILSONTHE FUTURE OF APACHE JUNCTION IN 2023 I sat down with the Mayor and the Apache Junction Public Information Officer Al Bravo, and we talked about what the upcoming year h o l d s f o r A p a c h e Junction. There will be growth in the city, as well as plans to solve the challenges that Apache Junction faces. Here are a few of the things we can expect throughout 2023: New Developments The City of Apache Junction is expanding south and east. Two new housing developments are being started on Ironwood Dr. south of US 60, called Radiance and Blossom Rock. “That’s going to be a huge development down there. Right now, they’ve done the infrastructure on some of the properties. The plan right now is by the summer to have a model home completed,” Mayor Wilson said. “Of course in the meantime, Ironwood is going to be a traffic problem for a period of time.” “This will be a huge growth for the city”, Wilson said. About 10,000 new houses are planned for the developments, which are expected to be completed in around ten years. There are more new developments in Apache Junction such as the rental home community of Havenly Superstition, just east of the Apache Junction city hall. The plan at that site is to start building homes next summer. “Of course, that all depends on supply chain issues,” Wilson said. Community Safety Summer flooding has long been a problem in Apache Junction. That's why control of the Weekes Wash is on the agenda this year. "We're now in the process of going through planning for what we want to do and how it's going to be done, but also looking at acquiring some grants," Mayor Wilson said. "It's very concerning, for not only the residents but also for everyone in the entire area, that this there," Wilson said about the flooding problems. "We have to close the road when there is a major monsoon storm," Al Bravo said. And while the Weekes Wash flood prevention efforts are a long-term project, hopefully, they can make these issues a thing of the past for Apache Junction. "You got to start somewhere," Bravo said. "This year likely will be the year we start to really look at that more closely". Events and Recreation The main community event of the year, Lost Dutchman Days is on the horizon. In addition to that, there are developments with the rodeo grounds north of the City. "One of the other things we're looking at is acquiring the rodeo grounds from BLM. That way we can have more types of events," Mayor want to be a friendly community!" "We definitely want to be keeping the rural part of our community, where you'll see someone riding their horse down the road. It's something that's unique to Apache Junction- beside the Superstition Mountain view, you've got people on horseback!" Mark Hays Arizona Courier News Mayor Chip Wilson. Photo by Mark Hays Wilson said. "Right now, it's a lease for recreation, and we can't be making money on it. It's against the lease agreement. Right now we can't bring in a rodeo group, because the group that's putting it on would make the money," he explained. Lost Dutchman Days have the same concerns "It's a non-profit entity that runs it, so all the money that is made actually is donated back to the community," Bravo said. Financial Status "I wouldn't say we're flooded with money," said Mayor Wilson. "But right now we've received plenty of funds to support what our needs are." Since Apache Junction does not have a city property tax, all revenues are generated through sales tax. "We've been able live within our means, he said. "I'm going to say that we collect it one year and spend it the next year, so we're not spending the money that's being earned this year." Apache Junction has a new economic development officer who has plans to help get more economic development in the area. "The future is good for us for growth," Wilson said. A Note from Mayor Chip Wilson "If you're new to the area, welcome to Apache Junction! That's one of the things I'm very proud of; we're a community who likes to welcome people. That's what attracted me when I moved here in 1990, and it's something that I want to continue doing. We

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PAGE 18 Arizona COURIER NEWS JANUARY 2023 THE KOLLENBORN CHRONICLES Alfred Franklin Banta GOLDFIELD GHOST TOWN 4650 N Mammoth Mine Rd. Apache Junction, AZ 85119 (480) 983-0333 | goldfieldghosttown.com Located 4.5 miles N/E of Apache Junction, AZ on the historic Apache Trail (SR-88) MINING TOWN 1893 - 1897 A True Old West Experience where the Legend of the Lost Dutchman Gold Mine Still Lives! EXPERIENCE ARIZONA’S MOST COLORFUL HISTORY! •Tour Underground Mine • Ride the Railroad through the Mining District • Pan for Real Gold • Enjoy Great Food • Shopping • Horseback Riding • Jeep Tours • Awesome Views & More! Gateway To The Legendary Superstition Mountains Thomas J. Kollenborn © January 30, 2017 President Abraham Lincoln had just signed the document forming the Territory of Arizona when Alfred “Franklin” Banta first arrived here as a young man. Banta was a Prescott newspaperman and one of the earliest chroniclers of the Dutchman’s Lost Mine story and Superstition Mountain. Banta was born in Warwick, Indiana, in 1843. He arrived in Arizona at the age of twenty. Banta’s first appearance at Fort Whipple was on December 21, 1863, when a military expedition sent by General Carleton entered Chino Valley to take possession of Arizona Territory for the United States. Fort Whipple was later moved to a site on Granite Creek near Prescott in 1864. Banta served as a guide for the state territorial government for almost six years. During the early part of the American Civil War Banta worked for the Rio Bajo Press, a newspaper published in Albuquerque, New Mexico. Banta served as chief guide on the Wheeler Expedition and 100th Meridian Expedition of 1871. He accompanied Lt. Wheeler on this expedition when he discovered Meteor Crater. Lt. Wheeler named the crater “Franklin’s Hole” after its discoverer. The site was later known as Barinnger Crater before being called Meteor Crater. After the Wheeler Expedition Banta become involved with newspapers and then entered politics. He served as Justice of the Peace in St. Johns, Arizona Territory, from 1876-1877 and in Springerville, 1877-1878. He was Apache County assessor in 1880. During the session of the Eleventh Territorial legislature, Banta was instrumental in securing the passage of a bill forming Apache County. Banta then served as district attorney of Apache County from 1879-1880 and 1889-1890. He was probate judge of Apache County from 1881-1882. President Rutherford B. Hayes appointed Banta as the first postmaster of the Springerville post office. He also served as U.S. Marshall in the Arizona Territory. Banta frequently wrote for numerous newspapers throughout the Territory of Arizona and New Mexico. He wrote about early Arizona history, his life, pioneer families and lost gold mines. Lost gold mines were one of his favorite topics. Many of his stories and editorials made reference to the Doc Thorne story and the Lost Dutchman Mine. Banta led an expedition out of the Zuni villages in 1869 to find the Doc Thorne Mine. Partners in this expedition included C.E. Cooley and Henry W. Dodd. Banta and the party ran into problems with the Apaches in the Pinal Mountains and returned. After Jacob Waltz died in 1891, Banta was involved with several expeditions that searched for the Dutchman’s Lost Mine in the Superstition Mountain east of Apache Junction. Banta wrote many columns about gold mines and mining for the Prescott Weekly Miner and Courier, the paper he owned. He also free-lanced for other Arizona newspapers after statehood in 1912. Banta wrote several manuscripts about early Arizona history, however they were lost in a fire at the Prescott Courier and he never attempted to rewrite them. Much of this work had focused on lost mines and pioneer history. The last newspaper he worked with prior to his death was the St. Johns Observer in St. Johns, Arizona. Alfred Franklin Banta was actually the earliest chronicler to write and publish stories about the Lost Dutchman Mine and Lost Doc Thorne Mine, supposedly located in the Superstition Mountains. Banta had a notable public record in Arizona and when he performed his last public service as the assistant sergeant-at-arms at the Arizona State Senate he was anxious to get out of the limelight and return to the Pioneer’s Home in Prescott. At the time of his death in 1924, he shared with only a couple of other living men the distinction of being a witness to the formation of the Territory of Arizona in 1863. Funeral services were held for Colonel Alfred Franklin Banta at Ruffner’s Chapel, Prescott, Arizona, on Wednesday morning, June 22, 1924, at 10:30 a.m. Dr. E. Lee Howard, a personal friend, conducted the Colonel’s funeral service. Howard paid tribute to Arizona’s “Last Scout” the earliest printer in Arizona Territory and recognized him as the dean of Arizona newspapermen. Meteor Crater that was once referred to as “Franklin’s Hole” for Banta. These were hard times coming for the whole country. Life was slow at Goldfield. Things were still happening in the area. With another dam about to b e c o m p l e t e d o n the Salt River and constant repairs on the Apache Trail, there was pretty good work available in the general vicinity throughout the rest of the 1920s. In 1927 another rich strike was reported a mile north of Goldfield. A fellow named John Nelson found ore that apparently assayed at $100,000.00 per ton. Ya see, it's stories like this in the newspapers that get peoples blood pumping. This find was reported at the end of March and by April 8 there's new strikes being reported at the Mammoth. This has been the pattern from the first gold that was found in the district, and as far as I know, still is today. Yeah, there's still diggin' going on around here to this day. You don't hear about it in the papers much but if you know the country you can see chippin' on the veins, new prospect holes showin' up here and there. There's always the professional prospector who's lookin' for an ear to unload on and usually has samples in hand to show you. Back to 1928. In July, the Goldfield mines are being reorganized under the name Apache Trail Gold Mining Co. H.A. Severinghaus seems to be heading things up. A year and a half later there's talk the mines will start out with a fifty ton a day mill. Nothing more is being said about production at this time in history.

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PAGE 20 Arizona COURIER NEWS JANUARY 2023 At 620 N Harvey Ave just off the I-40 in Oklahoma sits a memorial museum at the site of the tragic Oklahoma City Bombing. For two years after the bombing, the only memorials to the victims were plush toys, crucifixes, letters, and other personal items left by thousands of people at a security fence surrounding the site of the building. Many suggestions for suitable memorials were sent to Oklahoma City, but an official memorial planning committee was not THE ROAD TRAVELED Oklahoma City National Memorial set up until early 1996, when the Murrah Federal Building Memorial Task Force, composed of 350 members, was set up to formulate plans for a memorial to commemorate the victims of the bombing. On July 1, 1997, the winning design was chosen unanimously by a 15-member panel from 624 submissions. The memorial was designed at a cost of $29 million, which was raised by the public and private funds. The is part of the National Park System as an affiliated area and was designed by Oklahoma City architects Hans and Torrey Butzer and Sven Berg. It was dedicated by President Clinton on April 19, 2000, exactly five years after the bombing. Within the first year, it had 700,000 visitors. The memorial includes a reflecting pool flanked by two large gates, one inscribed with the time 9:01, the other with 9:03, the pool representing the moment of the blast. On the south end of the memorial is a field of symbolic bronze and stone chairs – one for each person lost, arranged according to what floor of the building they were on. The chairs represent the empty chairs at the dinner tables of the victims' families. The seats of the children killed are smaller than those of the adults lost. On the opposite side is the "survivor tree", part of the building's original landscaping that survived the blast and fires that followed it. The memorial left part of the foundation of the building intact, allowing visitors to see the scale of the destruction. Part of the chain link fence put in place around the site of the blast, which had attracted over 800,000 personal items of commemoration later collected by the Oklahoma City Memorial Foundation, is now on the western edge of the memorial. North of the memorial is the Journal Record Building, which now houses the Oklahoma Panoramic View of the Memorial Timothy McVeigh's Car City National Memorial Museum, an affiliate of the National Park Service. The building also contains the National Memorial Institute for the Prevention of Terrorism, a law enforcement training center. Thanks to the Arizona State Charitable Tax Credit you can donate up to $400 for individuals and $800 for joint filers and receive a dollar for the dollar credit on your Arizona State Taxes! Genesis Project is a community focused, volunteer ran, faith based 501(c)3 non-profit and Qualified Charitable Organization with a mission to feed, clothe and hydrate the hungry and homeless. Additionally, Genesis Project is committed to partnering with other local agencies in bringing much needed social services to the needy and is home to the Apache Junction Community Resource Center. Hot Meals Served: Sunday- Friday 12 pm - 2 pm Clothing & Hygiene: Monday - Friday 12 pm - 2 pm Business Office: Monday - Thursday 8 am - 11 am Gently Used Clothing Donations - Monday - Friday 10 am - 2 pm Genesis Project P.O. Box 5156, Apache Junction, AZ 85178 Donate in person 564 N Idaho Rd Suite 5, Apache Junction, AZ 85119 Donate online www.GenesisProjectAZ.com

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PAGE 26 Arizona COURIER NEWS JANUARY 2023 At 17975 E Peralta Rd, there will be a new outdoor space opening for all to enjoy. This space will be the Peralta Regional Park which offers a marriage of primitive open space and modern accessibility. The park is tentatively slated to open on January 12, but its origins go back many years. In 2007, the site was identified by Pinal County as one of the possible regional parks in the county, and in 2013, the site was targeted to be the main focus as the first regional park that they would open. Construction of facilities began in February of last year. This 500-acre site is surrounded by Arizona state trust land and nested in the rolling foothills of the Superstitions. According to Pinal County Director of Open Space and Trails, Kent Taylor, the park is designed to offer a natural experience with facilities that allow for ease of use by visitors “The site presents a u n i q u e o p p o r t u n i t y recreation-wise, the way it’s designed and the way it was envisioned, to offer a backcountry primitive setting that is designed to take advantage of the natural resources in the park, but not be too impactful to the environment,” h e s a i d . T h i s i s an important fea - t u r e o f t h e p a r k ; highlighting how humanity can interact with and comfortably enjoy nature without damaging precious open spaces. The park will offer something for everyone with an interest in the outdoors. One of the things the park will feature is an equestrian staging area. This large open arena will provide the perfect place for people with horses to explore the park. Located on the west end of the site, the equestrian staging area features a mounting block and plenty of room for horse trailers. From here, you can enjoy s we e p i n g v i e w s of the nearby moun - tains and glimpses of civilization in the distance. No open space would be complete without hiking trails, and you can find more than 9 miles of these at Peralta Regional Park. There will be a range of difficulties in the trails, so regardless of the level of exercise you're looking for, there is a trail for you! In fitting with the theme of being non-invasive to nature, all trail marker signs in the park are painted in drab, natural colors that blend in with the surrounding hills. While a small example, they highlight a major point of the park- humanity being in and enjoying nature in a comfortable way that does not degrade the natural beauty of the wilderness. COMMUNITY Peralta Regional Park offers Wilderness Fun Mark Hays Arizona Courier News All Photos Courtesy of Jack Olson

Arizona PAGE 27 JANUARY 2023 COURIER NEWS One of these paths is a short interpretative trail that fea - tures six educational pan - els to inform guests about the local animals, cultural resources, mining history, and ranching around the park. "They highlight the history of the area around here, as well as the ani - mals that you'll see," said Kent. During the time of construction, workers have seen bighorn sheep, deer, javelina, bobcats, coy - otes, and a Sonoran desert tortoise. "As part of our environmental assessment we had to do a biological resource survey," He said. "We anticipate that we will continue to see wild ani - mals here despite human involvement. And we think it's a good opportunity for folks to see animals in the wild." The Peralta Regional Park will contain 31 remote campsites for car or tent camping. These camping opportunities set the park apart from the nearby Superstition wilderness and Peralta trailhead, where camping is not allowed. So if you've been looking for a good way to camp in this area, this could be it! Whether taking a day trip or camping overnight, visitors will be able to enjoy 18 picnic sites and 2 larger ramadas. These spa - cious and roomy sites offer sites for gatherings rang - ing from a quiet lunch to a huge family get-together. They will be on a first come first serve basis, but reservations can be made to guarantee a spot out of the sun. "We anticipate these will be pretty popular," said Kent. Another exciting feature of the park is the stargaz - ing node. A large concrete circle on a small hill tucked in the middle of the park, this site displays twelve columns that indicate the compass directions. This beautiful mon - ument which is rem - i n i s c e n t of a n c ie n t astronomical observatories offers a comfortable space to watch the sky with a telescope or just your naked eye. Acknowledging the impor - tance of preserving the quality of the night sky, the Pinal County Parks Department have been in touch with the interna - tional dark sky association to get Peralta Regional Park certified as a dark sky site. This could offer exciting opportunities in the future if the location becomes a d e s t i n a t i o n f o r stargazers from around Arizona. And while nothing is planned right now, this node and other areas of the park may feature educational programs in the near future The park has a $7 fee for day access, which will be from dawn to 10:00 PM. Individual campsites can be reserved for $10 a night, and group sites for $35. Visitors will be able to stay at a site for up to 14 days. Picnic sites can be reserved for $10 for small sites and $35 for large sites. The Peralta Regional Park will bring an exciting new recreational spot to Pinal County. Nestled in the rolling hills and blanketed with a forest of saguaros, this park will of fer somet h i ng for everyone. Peralta Regional Park will be a lot of fun, but it can be hard to find. From the Bashas in Gold Canyon, head east on the US 60 for 3 miles. You will pass Kings Canyon Rd., and turn left on Peralta Rd. The pavement will end, but continue on the road for 6.5 miles. Look for the park sign on the left of Peralta Rd, then pull in and enjoy the park! Directions:

PAGE 28 Arizona COURIER NEWS JANUARY 2023 ENTERTAINMENT At 5247 E. Brown Road, Mesa AZ 85205 is the Silver Star Theater, a venue for live entertainment that features various musical acts playing genres ranging from country to classic rock. Silver Star Theater has spacious table seating in view of the large stage, with 3 different tiers for various views of the concerts. The theater has shows on most nights of the week. Dinner options are available to patrons, including foods like pasta and American dishes, as well as delicious desserts. For information about acts, showtimes, and prices, call 480-288-0300 Don't miss Raucous Revelry at the 35th Annual Arizona Renaissance Festival Opening February 4! The Festival is a medieval amusement park, a 16-stage theater, a 50-acre circus, an arts and crafts fair, a jousting tournament and a feast -- all rolled into one n o n - s t o p , d a y - l o n g adventure. You never know what you will find on or off the stage! This unique outdoor event combines entertainment and wares reminiscent of what may have been found in a 16th Century European village market celebrating the arrival of the King and Queen to their shire. Walk through our gates to be transported back in time. Mingle with over 2,000 costumed characters, eat a giant roasted turkey leg; take part in games of chance and skill; cheer on your favorite knight; Shop in over 200 artisan shops and select an inimitable gift for that special someone; there is so much to see and do. Eat, Drink and be Merry is Junction, on U.S. Highway 60. For more information, go to arizona.renfestinfo.com/ 35th Annual Arizona Renaissance Festival the order of the day at the Village of Fairhaven. Join the celebration and revelry! The Arizona Renaissance Festival is open Saturdays and Sundays Feb. 4 – Apr.2 and Presidents' Day Monday, Feb. 20. Just East of Apache Live Music at First Baptist Church of Apache Junction First Baptist Church has two gospel music concerts in the month of January. On the 5th, Keepers of the Faith will play at the church. On the 26th The Craguns will play. Concerts begin at 7 PM, but showing up early is recommended to a get a good seat. Admission is free, and the church will be collecting canned food donations at both concerts. For more information, go to fbcaj. com or call 480-982-2155. The church is located at 235 S. Thunderbird Dr. Apache Junction, Arizona 85120 We are looking forward to a successful third John Denver Tribute Festival of Arizona on Saturday, January 21, 2023. This event is sponsored with the combined resources of SACA, Apache Junction Parks and Rec, and efforts from Festival Producer, Susan Burke of Bawd Muse Entertainment LLC and her Volunteers. The event has been moved to Prospector Park, 3015 N. Idaho Road. And is a free event! Enjoy the music of John Denver performed by tribute artists from all over the USA, and sample the wares of various food trucks and craft booths. There will be raffles for prizes throughout the day and a 50/50 cash draw. There will be activities and recycled art stations for the kids (free of course)! This year we are excited to announce the addition of the Bray Club Burro Derby. Up to thirty burros will be off on a fun run to see who will be the fastest Burro in the east valley. Spectators will be able to view the donkeys prior to heading out for the run and visit and take pictures when they return. If you are interested in registering for the Burro Derby visit: www.bray. club.com Festivities will begin at 10am with the start of the Burro Derby. Musical entertainment will begin at 10:30am and end at 4:30pm with prize drawings. The performer line-up will be Keith Anderson, Susan Burke, Brian Starck, Karen Savarese, Brad Fitch, Eddie Jeff Cahill, Willie Hoevers and Roy Rivers. For additional information or how to host a vendor booth, email: annigerria@gmail. com John Denver Tribute Festival of Arizona and Donkeys, January 21, 2023

Arizona PAGE 29 JANUARY 2023 COURIER NEWS HOURS We are open Monday-Saturday 10am-4pm (480) 306 - 4588 COME IN AND LOOK AROUND! 9911 E. Baseline, Ste 103 • Mesa On the S.W. corner of Baseline & Crismon Behind the DQ Your Purchases Help Paws and Claws Animal Shelter in Apache Junction! High-quality Women's Clothing • Home Decor Kitchenware • Pet Supplies • Jewelry All items are donated and include HORSE’N AROUND WESTERN STORE Call for Hours 906-748-3781 300 W. Apache Trail Downtown Apache Junction NW corner of Phelps & the Trail Apache Junctions Most Unique Store! Western Shirts, Boots, Cowboy Hats, Belts, Buckles, Purses, Wallets, Jewelry, Blankets and Horse Tack too! 480-984-8616 [email protected] • Estates! • Trade-ins! • Layaway! • Special orders! “WHAT A GUN SHOP SHOULD BE” ajisports.com A.J.I Sporting Goods HUGE SELECTION WE BUY GUNS! Omar Flores Landscaping Clean ups • Trimming and Removal Maintenance • Palm Trees and Skinning Irrigation Installation • Gravel Trash Clean Up • Rock Delivery Pavers • Concrete & Clean Up • Garden Lights Free Estimates Good Prices! Omar (480) 331-0113 JAMES TIRE 480-982-7422 WE CAN HANDLE ALL OF YOUR AUTOMOTIVE NEEDS! 1755 W. Apache Tr. • Apache Junction COMPLETE AUTO REPAIR BY CERTIFIED AUTO TECHNICIANS OIL CHANGE SPECIAL $1995 Up to 5 quarts. Must present coupon at time of service Plus Tax

PAGE 30 Arizona COURIER NEWS JANUARY 2023 HEALTH/MEDICAL Self-Care – A Sustainable Goal Southwest Mobility, Inc. “Honoring Our Commitment to You Since 1989” Service • Rentals • Sales 4406 E. MAIN ST., STE. 110 • MESA N.E. CORNER MAIN & GREENFIELD 480-654-2292 HRS: MON-FRI 8-5 • SAT 8-12 www.southwestmobility.com SCOOTERS • LIFT CHAIRS • POWER CHAIRS • BATH SAFETY • CAR CARRIERS • STAIR LIFTS • HOSPITAL BEDS •WALKERS • RAMPS • CUSHIONS • COMPRESSION STOCKINGS Sun City 623-875-7296 Rim Country Sales/Service 480-654-2292 2023 is here and this year let’s consider small steppingstone goals that are sustainable, instead of the radical traditional resolutions. A sustainable goal that invests in your self-care and your overall well-being can easily be added to your daily life. Creating good habits of self-care will help you improve your ability to think through situations, as well as find peaceful moments through the day. There are times when shifting your focus from others and putting it on yourself is essential. Self-care is considered taking action to improve your health or to protect your own happiness and well-being. In today’s busy lifestyles there is repeated exposure to stress that can harm one’s mental deep relaxation techniques are all mind-body practices for good self-care. Typically, when we think of self-care, we envision things such as sleeping in, taking a hot bath, finding some “me” time in our day – relaxing activities. A massage or a wellness service may be just the thing you need. Although engaging in physical activity may not always be the first thing that comes to mind when you think of self-care, it should be on your list. Movement is just another way that we take care of our body and mind. Not all forms of physical activity may feel as calming and relaxing as a spa day, but we can still reap all these benefits with any type of movement we choose. When you’re exercising, the body has a natural balancing mechanism in that the sympathetic nervous sys - tem is helping to elevate your heart rate, but the parasympathetic nervous system is regulating how high your heart rate goes. These benefits fit right in with the definition of self-care – improving our health, happiness, and well-being. It’s up to you to determine what form of activity makes you happy. Eliminating distractions and maintaining your full attention on a specific activity such as mindful breathing or focusing on what you are doing as you go through your day will help you feel calmer. It only takes a few minutes of slow and steady breathing or using longer exhales to decrease stress and anxiety, which becomes an immediate reward for self-care practice. Being kind to yourself builds the foundation for self-care. Practicing self-care is a way to ensure that you truly are present in your own life and the lives of people around you. A sustainable self-care goal is to be patient, gentle, kind and loving to others and to yourself. May this new year bring you joy and happiness on your journey to health and wellness.

Arizona PAGE 31 JANUARY 2023 COURIER NEWS Call for Same Day Appointments Hablamos Español 480.597.1751 2066 W. Apache Trail #110, Apache Junction AZ 85120 www.saguarofootankle.com Dr. Kreig Lewis, DPM STOP SUFFERING FROM • INGROWN NAILS • BUNIONS • HEEL PAIN • ANKLE/FOOT ARTHRITIS • DIABETIC WOUNDS KEEPING YOUR FEET HAPPY & HEALTHY 5 DENTISTRYAPACHE JUNCTION 209 W. Apache Trl., Apache Junction AZ 85120 480-288-595 $ NEW PATIENT SPECIAL Includes: > Full set of x-rays > Preventative cleaning > Oral cancer screening $ MAJOR DENTAL WORK $ EMERGENCY APPTS. AVAIL IMPLANT CONSULTATION 89 100 29 Free ABLE AT CITIZENS FAMILY/PRIMARY CARE OFFICE YOUR HEALTH IS IMPORTANT TO US! Citizens Family Practice Phone: 480-992-1455 Fax: 480-992-5477 288 N. Ironwood Dr., Ste 112 Apache Junction, AZ 85120 www.cimsaz.com Now Accepting New Patients Primary Care Providers • Noah K. Sang AGACNP, FNP • Deana O´Gorman FNP-BC Services We Provide Annual physical • Wellness Exams • Sports Physicals • Chronic Disease (Diabetes/High Blood Pressure/ High Cholesterol/Thyroid Disease/ COPD) Management • Medication Management and many more… We also have same day sick visits available for acute illinesses that require urgent attention • wound care • joint injections • screening for TB • STI's Etc. Accepted Insurance List Medicare Part B • Medicare Advantage Plan • Humana • BCBS • Aetna • Most AHCCCS • Commercial Plans • We also offer competative rates for cash/private pay patients • Contact our office for more information • Comprehensive Hearing Testing & Evaluations • Free Demonstrations of Latest Hearing Aid Technology • Discount Pricing • Servicing/Repair of Most Major Hearing Aid Brands Including: 480-983-4000 5331 S Superstition Mountain Dr Suite C107 Gold Canyon (Located in Bashas’ Plaza) www.goldcanyonhearing.com

PAGE 32 Arizona COURIER NEWS JANUARY 2023 RESTAURANT DIRTWATER SPRINGS Dirtwater Springs 586 Apache Trail, Apache Junction, AZ 85120 (480) 983-3478 Sunday - Monday: 8:00 AM - 8:00 PM Tuesday: Closed Wednesday - Thursday: 8:00 AM - 8:00 PM Friday - Saturday: 8:00 AM - 9:00 PM Rising tall above the low, bustling Apache Trail, sits Dirtwater Springs. The rustic wood plank exterior is surrounded by attractive landscaping and is next to a tall sign with the restaurant's name. Heading inside, I entered a covered porch adorned with knickknacks and southwestern memorabilia. Walking in the front door, this theme continues with a wooden cigar-store Native American at the entrance and more items on the walls than you can count. The dimly lit restaurant is covered in festive lights and presents a relaxed, cheerful atmosphere. A full bar can be seen facing the door, the wall covered in liquor bottles of all types. Dirtwater Springs specializes in cocktails and features new martini recipes every month. What kind of foods can you find at Dirtwater Springs? Brenda, the owner of the restaurant, said that the menu options are mostly American comfort food. "Home cooking style stuff," she said Those with vegan and vegetarian diets will enjoy the restaurant, which features options like meatless beef patties and vegan chicken. The restaurant also provides gluten-free buns, so those with dietary restrictions can enjoy the food. I had the Dirtwater burger when I visited the restaurant. The bison meat burger was juicy, rich, and paired quite well with the crispy bacon in the Mark Hays Arizona Courier News burger. Fresh vegetables and french fries on the side were an enjoyable accent to the meal. The restaurant has a long and fascinating history. For fifty years, it has served quality American food to Apache Junction. The location was a service station before being converted into a restaurant. An old gas pump can be seen at Dirtwater Springs, a fascinating relic of the hundred-year-old building's past. Drtwater Springs is a comfortable hangout that serves quality American food to Apache Junction. Stop by today for a good time and a delicious meal! (480) 983-4807 350 W Superstition Blvd Suite 121, Apache Junction, AZ 85120 www.apachetrailins.com HOME, AUTO & BUSINESS INSURANCE Small Town Service, Big City Options. Low rates & great coverage for park models & manufactured homes! MONDAY - FRIDAY 9AM - 5PM Apache Trail I n s u ra n c e

Arizona PAGE 33 JANUARY 2023 COURIER NEWS Visit our Facebook! @Tumbleweed Grill & Bar Open for Breakfast, Lunch, and DinNer! TUMBLEWEED Grill AND BAR Live Entertainment Dancing 725 W. Apache Trail Apache Junction See our full menu for breakfast, lunch, and dinner specials JERRYOKE KARAOKE EVERY TUESDAY Breakfast Specials Sunrise Special $9.99 2 Eggs, Choice of Bacon, Sausage, or Ham, Choice of French Toast, Pancake, or Biscuits & Gravy Beer Batter Pancakes One Pancake $4.99 Two Pancakes $8.99 French Toast One Slice $3.49 Two Slices $6.99 Biscuits & Gravy Half Order $5.49 Full Order $7.49 Protein Plate $10.99 Beef Patty, 2 Eggs, Sliced Tomatoes, and Cottage Cheese Sunday-Thursday 6am-10pm Friday & Saturday 6am-12am 480-591-4131 Breakfast Buffet Sunday’s 8 -11am 1066 N. Power Rd. #103 - Mesa (S.W. Corner of Brown & Power) (480) 247-9399 Buy 1 Entree Get 1 Entree 50% OFF With coupon. Expires 1-20-23. Not valid with any other offers. 20% OFF Your Entire Order! With coupon. Expires 1-20-23. Not valid with any other offers. FAMILY OWNED AND OPERATED $5 Daily Special Mon-Thur 10:00am-8pm • Fri & Sat 10am-9pm • Sun 11am-7pm Join a community of volunteers to transform lives for children with critical illnesses. VOLUNTEER FOR MAKE-A-WISH ARIZONA I wish to have braces for a straight smile Tamyka, 16 critical blood disorder Your time and unique talents are critical to bringing strength and hope to wish kids when they need it the most. As a Make-A-Wish Arizona volunteer, you will be at the heart of every wish experience. Plus, you have the freedom to choose when and how you transform lives. Begin your volunteer journey today. Visit arizona.wish.org/volunteer

PAGE 34 Arizona COURIER NEWS JANUARY 2023 • Breakfast: tue, fri, sat 8-11am / (sun 8am-12pm) • Lunch: 11am-4pm / (sun 12-4pm) • Dinner: 4pm-to one hour before close Monday-Saturday Happy Hours: 8am-10am & 3-6pm Thursday-Ladies Night 4-8pm $3 Well Drinks, Appetizer Specials • Quality Food, Quality Service, Quality Customer Experience at an Afffordable Price 285 N. Apache Trail, Apache Junction, AZ 85120 • 480-877-8527 TARADIDDLES restaurant & Bar facebook.com/taradiddlesrestaurant www.TARRADIDDLES.net @TaradiddlesinAJ Fall Hours Mon. 11am-9pm Tues. 8am-9pm Wed. Closed Thurs. 11am-9pm Fri.-Sat. 8am-10pm Sun. 8am-9pm Daily Food & Drink Specials! Excellent food, family fun, great service and live music Live Music, Thursday 6-8 pm Friday and Saturday 5:30-9:30 pm Jam Session (Musicians and Singers) Sun 5PM- 8PM Sun Valley Park 11101 E. University Dr. Apache Junction, AZ 85120 Open 8am-10am Breakfast 1st of the Month Pancakes, Sausage or Ham Eggs (scrambled or fried), Coffee & Juice. 3rd of the Month Biscuits & Gravy or French Toast Scrambled Eggs, Sausage, Coffees & Juice 1st & 3 rd Saturday of the Month $ 6 Sun Valley Park 11101 E. University Dr. Apache Junction, AZ 85120 Tuesday, 6:30 p.m. $ Progressive 500 Betty Boop Dual Dab Coverall BINGO Hot Spaghetti To Go! 9903 E. Baseline Rd. Ste E-103 Call (480) 986-3080 Bring home a bucket and feed the whole family! Bring in this ad and recieve a 10% discount •Hot spaghetti Garlic bread • Cheesy bread •Salad •Dessert •Meatball sandwhiches NOW OPEN Mon - Sat Sunday 11am - 8pm Mesa, AZ 85209 12pm - 6pm Bythebucketbaseline@gmail By the Bucket Hot Spaghetti to Go!

Arizona PAGE 35 JANUARY 2023 COURIER NEWS Great Specials Every Day! Open: Monday-Sunday 6am-1pm Monday Hot Beef $999 Tuesday Meat Loaf $999 Wednesday Liver & Onions $999 Thursday Hot Turkey $999 Friday Fish & Shrimp $999 Saturday & Sunday Chicken Fried Steak Skillet $10 99 1408 W. Apache Trail Apache Junction AZ 480-671-5755 Hwy 88 Ice Cream Parlor 10:30am to 7:30pm All Beef HOTDOGS & Smoked SAUSAGE 602-488-0438 300 W. Apache Trail Near the Antique Mall, NW corner of Phelps and the Trail Open Daily Welcome Back Winter Visitors Now Open! Next to Mickey D’s Mon.–Sat. 10:30 am to 7:00 pm • Closed Sundays • Greek Food • American-Greek Café • Burgers, Philly Cheese Steaks, Salads • Party Trays and Catering 1408 W. Apache Trail Ste. 1, Apache Junction 85120 480-982-9486 thesubslingers.com AUTHENTIC SUBMARINE SANDWICHES TAKE OUT · DINE IN · CATERING 124 S. IRONWOOD DR. STE 8 · APACHE JUNCTION AZ 85120 (480) 330 - 1243 Come in and check out our NEW additions to our GREAT menu MON-FRI 10:30AM-4:30PM SAT 11AM-3PM Buy One Sub, & Get 2nd Sub at Half Price!

PAGE 36 Arizona COURIER NEWS JANUARY 2023 POLICE/FIRE VFW Awards Apache Junction Police Officer Please join us in congratulating Detective Frantz! On December 6th, Detective Jesse Frantz was Presented the VFW Public Servant Award and Recognized as Police Officer of the Year from VFW Post 7968. We thank you VFW 7968 for your support of all our officers and staff and in recognizing Detective Frantz in his hard work and dedication to service and community. Congratulations Detective Frantz on such worthy recognition! Superstition Firefighters Battle Conflagration at Home Near Tomahawk and Baseline, 12/21/2022. Fire Contained, all Residents Evacuated, Dog and Turtle Saved Any Hour Cleaning And Organizing, LLC SIMPLIFY YOUR LIFE WITH OUR SERVICES FREE Estimates Call/Text Office (480) 669-2191 Residential/Commercial/Airbnb Traditional/Green/Steam Declutter/Trash Out/ Creating Harmony [email protected] WE SUPPORT THE BADGE! Toy Drive Organized by Apache Junction Police Department The Apache Junction Police Department organized a recent toy drive that brought holiday joy to the children of Apache Junction. The drive, to which Meridian Manor was a generous contributor, provided presents to 31 families. All in, 15 presents were given to each of the 144 children at the drive, children who needed help the most. The Apache Junction Police Department said of the drive: "Thank you to our community members who donated blankets, toys, and a toy chest for families with children who m a y b e v i c t i m s . T h i s d o n a t i o n w i l l h e l p k e e p the kids comfortable w h i l e w a i t i n g a t our police station."

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PAGE 38 Arizona COURIER NEWS JANUARY 2023 SENIOR LIVING How to make bathrooms safer for seniors “Danger” might not be the first word to come to mind when individuals consider their bathrooms, but perhaps it should be? After all, the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention reports that each year more than 1.5 million aging adults visit emergency rooms for fall-related injuries, many of which occur in the bathroom. Many falls and spills that occur in the bathroom can be prevented. Seniors or their loved ones can make some minor adjustments to bathrooms so falls are less likely to happen. • Install grab bars in the shower and bath and elsewhere, as necessary. Grab bars make it easier for aging men and women to get into and out of the shower or the tub by giving them something to hold onto. This can be especially helpful for seniors who must step up and over their tubs to bathe. Though they’re primarily used in showers and tubs, grab bars also can be installed alongside toilets for seniors who could use a little help sitting down and getting up from their toilets. AARP notes that sheltering arm grab bars provide the best support around toilets. Such grab bars come around both sides of the toilet and look similar to armrests. • Install LED lighting. Poor lighting in a bathroom can make it hard for seniors to see, which can make them more vulnerable to slips and falls. That’s especially so for seniors who find themselves making frequent bathroom visits overnight. Even bathrooms with seemingly adequate lighting may be dangerous if they feature dated light fixtures that rely on incandescent bulbs to light the room. Incandescent bulbs burn out with greater frequency than LED alternatives, which can last for years. The longer bulbs last, the less often seniors need to change them, which also reduces their risk for injury. In addition to replacing traditional fixtures with LED alternatives, individuals can plug in LED night lights that make it easy to see when making nighttime visits to the bathroom. • Utilize non-slip bath mats. Non-slip bath mats often utilize rubber-backed liners to ensure the mats stay put even when floors get wet or damp from condensation after a hot bath or shower. Non-slip mats can be placed where individuals will enter and exit the shower and even by the toilet and sink so individuals always feel steady on their feet. • Clean bathrooms regularly. Bathroom surfaces can grow slippery from soap scum, condensation and previous spills. Prompt and routine cleaning can reduce the likelihood that seniors will fall in their bathrooms. Seniors who have difficulty keeping up with household cleaning can hire a cleaning service or ask a younger relative to help them keep their bathrooms clean and safe. Seniors can fall anywhere in a home, but may be more likely to do so in a bathroom. Various measures can help make bathrooms safer for aging individuals. Visit Us to Get the Most for Your Gold, Silver & Coins Text or Stop By (602) 576-1957 6336 E. Main Street, Mesa AZ We Buy & Sell Gold, Silver, Platinum, Coins, Jewelry, Indian Jewelry, Estates, Antique Heirlooms, Ancient Artifacts, Rock & Mineral Collections, and More! WE BUY ESTATES Arizona Gold Depot

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PAGE 42 Arizona COURIER NEWS JANUARY 2023 WORSHIP Fun facts about Three Kings Day The holiday season begins with Thanksgiving, and many people believe that the festivities come to a close after ringing in the new year. In fact, for the faithful, the Christmas sea - son does not end until January 6 (January 12 in Eastern churches). January 6 marks the celebration of the Epiphany, sometimes referred to as Three Kings Day, Little Christmas, the Baptism of Jesus, and Día de los Reyes. The Epiphany is celebrated 12 days after December 25. In fact, that is where the phrase the Twelve Days of Christmas, and the song of the same name, originated. Christians believe that the real celebration of the holiday season does not begin until December 24 and then continues through Three Kings Day. While the four weeks preceding Christmas, also known as Advent, are supposed to be times of reflection and prayer in anticipation of the birth of Jesus Christ, the 12 days of Christmas are times of great celebration. On the Epiphany, children may leave their shoes out for presents in a similar fashion to the way stockings are hung. Gifts are exchanged, reminiscent of the three gifts the magi presented to the Christ child of gold, frankincense oil and a resin called myrrh. The gold represented Christ’s royal standing. The frankincense marked Christ’s divine birth. Finally, the myrrh stood for Christ’s mortality. Many celebrants will bake ring-shaped cakes in which they will hide plastic baby figurines that are meant to symbolize Jesus Christ. The cake is called The Kings Ring, or Rosca de Reyes. In Latin America, the three magi are more prominent figures than Santa Claus and are greatly revered by children and adults alike. Until the 19th century, the Epiphany may have been considered more important than Christmas day. However, those tides have largely shifted outside of Latin America and areas dominated by large populations of people who have Latin American heritage. Christmas and New Year’s garner considerable attention during holiday celebrations, but Three Kings Day also is an important date on the calendar for faithful Christians. SATURDAY 4:00 PM SUNDAY 8:30 PM & 10:00 PM SUNDAY SCHOOL AT 10:00 AM 5301 SOUTH KINGS FNCH ROAD GOLD CANYON, AZ 85118 612 SOUTH ELLSWORTH ROAD MESA, AZ 85208 OUR SAVIOR’S LUTHE‘N CHURCH SUNDAY 9:00 AM www.newtestamentchurch.org • www.letthebiblespeak.com Bob Orear • Evangelist | bgo2 @juno.com | 520-431-9553 | 602-903-9890 CHURCHOF CHRIST Delaware Drive 105 S. Delaware Dr #11 Apache Junction Just Behind MCDonalds, Across from Walmart Gospel Meeting January 12th-15th Speaker: Kevin Presley Join Us For A Powerful Presentation of the Gospel January 12th-13th 7:00PM January 14th 6:00PM January 15th 10:30AM & 2PM All Are Welcome

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