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The Arizona Department of Veterans Services (ADVS) announced that Veterans Benefits Counselors, Luella Emmons, Jane Kanaley and Dave Schultz are available to help veterans and their families seeking information or assistance with their benefits through the Department of Veterans Affairs (VA).
Ms. Emmons, Ms. Kanaley and Mr. Schultz are available at the Sierra Vista office Monday through Friday. They also travel to sites in Cochise and Graham Counties to serve veterans in outlying communities. Their travel schedule is as follows:
March 12: Bisbee City Hall 8:30 a.m. - 10 a.m.
Douglas DES Office 11 a.m. - 1 p.m.
Douglas Prison Complex 1:30 p.m. - 3 p.m.
March 19: Benson Cochise College Campus 8 a.m. - 9 p.m.
Willcox County Service Center 10 a.m. - 11 a.m.
Safford DES/Social Security Office 1 p.m. - 3 p.m.
If you have any questions about the VBC travel schedule or you would like to make an appointment please call (520) 458-7144.
Sierra Vista Economic Outlook Lunch
Due to the recent closing of The Palms, the Cochise College Center for Economic Research has rescheduled the 14th Annual Sierra Vista Economic Outlook Luncheon. The event, which had been scheduled for Thursday, March 13, at The Palms, will now be held on Wednesday, April 2, at The Windemere Hotel and Conference Center, 2047 S. Hwy. 92, Sierra Vista. Doors will open at 11 a.m., with the program set to begin at 11:30 a.m. and conclude at 1:30 p.m.
Registration deadline for the event is now Thursday, March 27. Those who registered prior to the date and venue change need not re-register. The CER staff will contact all those who registered prior to the change in order to confirm attendance at the April 2 event. Refunds will be issued to those unable to attend due to the change.
The luncheon includes a presentation by Chuck Potucek, city manager for the City of Sierra Vista, who will discuss current and upcoming projects within the city. Robert Carreira, director of the CER, will provide a review of the Sierra Vista economy over the past year, and an economic outlook for the coming year.
Cost for the event is $45 per person or $315 for a reserved table of eight (includes lunch and a copy of the 2008 Sierra Vista Economic Outlook, a CER publication on the Sierra Vista economy). One unit of continuing professional education is available in finance, real estate, and accounting. To register, contact the CER at (520) 515-5486 or cer@cochise.edu.
Free movie at city library on Thursday
Thanks to a grant from the Arizona State Library, Archives, and Public Records, the Elsie S. Hogan Community Library will be showing an afternoon movie called "Common Ground" on Thursday, March 13, at 2 p.m. It will be shown in Spanish with English sub-titles.
Older Argentinean professor Fernando Robles (Federico Luppi) is stunned when the college at which he works implies that he should retire. Fernando and wife Lili (Mercedes Sampietro) try to be rational, but the stress begins to wear on their marriage. Adding to the couple's problems is the increasingly strained relationship between Fernando and his son Pedro (Pablo Rago), who left Argentina when the country -- and his family -- needed him most.
The film received an Oscar nomination for Best Foreign Language Film.
Join us for a free movie at the library.
For more information on this or any of our other programs, please feel free to call Gary Clement, our Library Programming Technician, at (520) 384-4271, ext. 4250, or come in to our location at 207 W. Maley St., Willcox.
Border to Border
Airshow in Douglas
Kids and adults can witness stunning acrobatic maneuvers, "aerobatics," and personally experience the thrill of aviation at this year's Border to Border Airshow. The second annual event takes place in Douglas at the Douglas Municipal Airport, on Saturday, March 15.
Professional aerobatic competitors will soar past the crowds. Daring pilots including Jim Pietz Aerosports, and Peitsch Airshows featuring Warren and Kent Pietsch will perform as well as the U.S. and Canadian Military.
Skydive North Dakota will offer tandem jumps. Kids ages eight-17 can get introductory airplane rides courtesy of the Young Eagles, an organization dedicated to helping young people discover the thrill of aviation. A 1926 barnstorming-era Travel Air bi-plane will be flying throughout the day.
A hangar dance will kick off the weekend at 6 p.m. on Friday, March 14. Craig Carter and the Spur of the Moment band will provide music and guests can "Meet the Pilots" at a special mixer that evening. Throughout the day, visitors will be able to examine aircraft, talk with other aviation and have fun at the carnival rides, car and bike shows.
For more information, contact Robin Brekhus at (520) 364-4481 or (520) 234-3901.
Red Cross Blood Drive in Willcox March 20
The American Red Cross Arizona Region Blood Services will hold a blood drive on Thursday, March 20, from 11 a.m. to 6 p.m. at the Willcox Elks Lodge 2131, 247 E. Stewart.
Donors can schedule an appointment for their donation by calling Pat Stark at (520) 384-2131.
"In recent weeks, the community blood supply has dropped below adequate levels for type O blood. To prevent the supply of type O from dropping even further, we ask that O donors step forward now," said Debra Deininger, Red Cross spokesperson.
Blood donors must be in good general health, at least 17 years old (with signed Red Cross parental consent form) and weigh at least 110 pounds. The Red Cross recommends that donors eat a small low-fat meal or snack and drink plenty of extra non-caffeinated fluids two to four hours before donating.
The entire donation process takes about an hour, and includes donor screening, a mini-physical exam, about 10 minutes for drawing a pint of blood, and post-donation refreshments. Donors can give whole blood every 56 days.
WHS Band students need your support
Willcox High School Band students are traveling to Seattle for a music education festival April 24-27.
Tax credit donations (up to $200 for a single or $400 for a couple) are very much appreciated. See a band student, come by the district or high school office or send donations to 360 N. Bisbee, Willcox, Ariz., 85643. Write donation goes to "WHS Band ."
High Desert Book Fair Saturday in S.V.
This year's High Desert Book Fair is more than a mystery.
Formerly the High Desert Crimes Book Fair, it promises a wider selection of authors, genres and books - which is just what the organizers hoped for. The Cochise County Chapter of Sisters in Crime has presented the book fair the last three years, showcasing local and regional mystery and suspense authors. But this year, authors of all genres were invited to participate.
Twenty-two authors from around Arizona and the Southwest will gather on Saturday, March 15 at the Cochise College Library, in Sierra Vista.
The authors bring with them not just their books, but their life experiences and it's here participants will find wide-ranging diversity. They've won awards for writing, public speaking, teaching and just about everything in between. Their careers have spanned all fields, giving them unique perspectives from which to write. Many of them have traveled all over the world and it shows. The locales of their books range from Alaska to Vietnam, London to the deserts of Arizona.
Their professional backgrounds are as diverse and intriguing as the things about which they write. Their experiences include current and former bush pilot, Vietnam veteran, chauffeur, teachers, journalists, travel writers, columnists, professors, photographers, editors, attorney, speech writer, artist, singer, dancer, law enforcement officer and advertising executive.
This year's authors will be bringing historicals, westerns, young adult, poetry, inspirationals, non-fiction, self-help, and romance. And don't worry, there will be plenty of suspense and mystery novels as well.
For the first time, a writing group will also participate in the book fair. "Writers Express" is a group for anyone desiring to explore the craft of writing, novice writers to published authors. The group meets in Sierra Vista and discusses all aspects of writing popular fiction.
The Cochise County Chapter of Sisters in Crime was formed in 2004 by Rebecca Dahlke. As a new group, it quickly established itself in several ways. As in past years, Wick Communications, the Sierra Vista Friends of the Library and Sisters in Crime is sponsoring the event.
The group is selling raffle tickets with chances to win gift baskets and books.
The High Desert Book Fair is being held at the Cochise College Sierra Vista Campus Library, Sierra Vista, March 15, from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m.
For more information, call Francine Biere, (520) 459-0242 or Marilea Zavadin, (520) 226-5443
Statewide Junior Miss Pageant
Formerly the Cochise County Junior Miss Pageant, this pageant is now statewide. Open to guys and gals, ages 0-19, the pageant is in its fifth year in 2008.
Everyone goes home with a trophy. The pageant takes place in August in Bisbee.
If you are interested or just want more information, please send us your information: Name, date of birth, address and phone number to: PO Box 5351 Bisbee, Arizona 85603, or call us at 520-432-3930 and leave a message. Or email us at ccjmbeauty@yahoo.com.
WMS 8th grade promotion car wash
Come support WMS 8th Grade promotion. at a Friday, March 14, carwash, bake sale and burrito sale.
It will start at 12:30 p.m., at the Alco parking lot on Bisbee Avenue.
Ms. Emmons, Ms. Kanaley and Mr. Schultz are available at the Sierra Vista office Monday through Friday. They also travel to sites in Cochise and Graham Counties to serve veterans in outlying communities. Their travel schedule is as follows:
March 12: Bisbee City Hall 8:30 a.m. - 10 a.m.
Douglas DES Office 11 a.m. - 1 p.m.
Douglas Prison Complex 1:30 p.m. - 3 p.m.
March 19: Benson Cochise College Campus 8 a.m. - 9 p.m.
Willcox County Service Center 10 a.m. - 11 a.m.
Safford DES/Social Security Office 1 p.m. - 3 p.m.
If you have any questions about the VBC travel schedule or you would like to make an appointment please call (520) 458-7144.
Sierra Vista Economic Outlook Lunch
Due to the recent closing of The Palms, the Cochise College Center for Economic Research has rescheduled the 14th Annual Sierra Vista Economic Outlook Luncheon. The event, which had been scheduled for Thursday, March 13, at The Palms, will now be held on Wednesday, April 2, at The Windemere Hotel and Conference Center, 2047 S. Hwy. 92, Sierra Vista. Doors will open at 11 a.m., with the program set to begin at 11:30 a.m. and conclude at 1:30 p.m.
Registration deadline for the event is now Thursday, March 27. Those who registered prior to the date and venue change need not re-register. The CER staff will contact all those who registered prior to the change in order to confirm attendance at the April 2 event. Refunds will be issued to those unable to attend due to the change.
The luncheon includes a presentation by Chuck Potucek, city manager for the City of Sierra Vista, who will discuss current and upcoming projects within the city. Robert Carreira, director of the CER, will provide a review of the Sierra Vista economy over the past year, and an economic outlook for the coming year.
Cost for the event is $45 per person or $315 for a reserved table of eight (includes lunch and a copy of the 2008 Sierra Vista Economic Outlook, a CER publication on the Sierra Vista economy). One unit of continuing professional education is available in finance, real estate, and accounting. To register, contact the CER at (520) 515-5486 or cer@cochise.edu.
Free movie at city library on Thursday
Thanks to a grant from the Arizona State Library, Archives, and Public Records, the Elsie S. Hogan Community Library will be showing an afternoon movie called "Common Ground" on Thursday, March 13, at 2 p.m. It will be shown in Spanish with English sub-titles.
Older Argentinean professor Fernando Robles (Federico Luppi) is stunned when the college at which he works implies that he should retire. Fernando and wife Lili (Mercedes Sampietro) try to be rational, but the stress begins to wear on their marriage. Adding to the couple's problems is the increasingly strained relationship between Fernando and his son Pedro (Pablo Rago), who left Argentina when the country -- and his family -- needed him most.
The film received an Oscar nomination for Best Foreign Language Film.
Join us for a free movie at the library.
For more information on this or any of our other programs, please feel free to call Gary Clement, our Library Programming Technician, at (520) 384-4271, ext. 4250, or come in to our location at 207 W. Maley St., Willcox.
Border to Border
Airshow in Douglas
Kids and adults can witness stunning acrobatic maneuvers, "aerobatics," and personally experience the thrill of aviation at this year's Border to Border Airshow. The second annual event takes place in Douglas at the Douglas Municipal Airport, on Saturday, March 15.
Professional aerobatic competitors will soar past the crowds. Daring pilots including Jim Pietz Aerosports, and Peitsch Airshows featuring Warren and Kent Pietsch will perform as well as the U.S. and Canadian Military.
Skydive North Dakota will offer tandem jumps. Kids ages eight-17 can get introductory airplane rides courtesy of the Young Eagles, an organization dedicated to helping young people discover the thrill of aviation. A 1926 barnstorming-era Travel Air bi-plane will be flying throughout the day.
A hangar dance will kick off the weekend at 6 p.m. on Friday, March 14. Craig Carter and the Spur of the Moment band will provide music and guests can "Meet the Pilots" at a special mixer that evening. Throughout the day, visitors will be able to examine aircraft, talk with other aviation and have fun at the carnival rides, car and bike shows.
For more information, contact Robin Brekhus at (520) 364-4481 or (520) 234-3901.
Red Cross Blood Drive in Willcox March 20
The American Red Cross Arizona Region Blood Services will hold a blood drive on Thursday, March 20, from 11 a.m. to 6 p.m. at the Willcox Elks Lodge 2131, 247 E. Stewart.
Donors can schedule an appointment for their donation by calling Pat Stark at (520) 384-2131.
"In recent weeks, the community blood supply has dropped below adequate levels for type O blood. To prevent the supply of type O from dropping even further, we ask that O donors step forward now," said Debra Deininger, Red Cross spokesperson.
Blood donors must be in good general health, at least 17 years old (with signed Red Cross parental consent form) and weigh at least 110 pounds. The Red Cross recommends that donors eat a small low-fat meal or snack and drink plenty of extra non-caffeinated fluids two to four hours before donating.
The entire donation process takes about an hour, and includes donor screening, a mini-physical exam, about 10 minutes for drawing a pint of blood, and post-donation refreshments. Donors can give whole blood every 56 days.
WHS Band students need your support
Willcox High School Band students are traveling to Seattle for a music education festival April 24-27.
Tax credit donations (up to $200 for a single or $400 for a couple) are very much appreciated. See a band student, come by the district or high school office or send donations to 360 N. Bisbee, Willcox, Ariz., 85643. Write donation goes to "WHS Band ."
High Desert Book Fair Saturday in S.V.
This year's High Desert Book Fair is more than a mystery.
Formerly the High Desert Crimes Book Fair, it promises a wider selection of authors, genres and books - which is just what the organizers hoped for. The Cochise County Chapter of Sisters in Crime has presented the book fair the last three years, showcasing local and regional mystery and suspense authors. But this year, authors of all genres were invited to participate.
Twenty-two authors from around Arizona and the Southwest will gather on Saturday, March 15 at the Cochise College Library, in Sierra Vista.
The authors bring with them not just their books, but their life experiences and it's here participants will find wide-ranging diversity. They've won awards for writing, public speaking, teaching and just about everything in between. Their careers have spanned all fields, giving them unique perspectives from which to write. Many of them have traveled all over the world and it shows. The locales of their books range from Alaska to Vietnam, London to the deserts of Arizona.
Their professional backgrounds are as diverse and intriguing as the things about which they write. Their experiences include current and former bush pilot, Vietnam veteran, chauffeur, teachers, journalists, travel writers, columnists, professors, photographers, editors, attorney, speech writer, artist, singer, dancer, law enforcement officer and advertising executive.
This year's authors will be bringing historicals, westerns, young adult, poetry, inspirationals, non-fiction, self-help, and romance. And don't worry, there will be plenty of suspense and mystery novels as well.
For the first time, a writing group will also participate in the book fair. "Writers Express" is a group for anyone desiring to explore the craft of writing, novice writers to published authors. The group meets in Sierra Vista and discusses all aspects of writing popular fiction.
The Cochise County Chapter of Sisters in Crime was formed in 2004 by Rebecca Dahlke. As a new group, it quickly established itself in several ways. As in past years, Wick Communications, the Sierra Vista Friends of the Library and Sisters in Crime is sponsoring the event.
The group is selling raffle tickets with chances to win gift baskets and books.
The High Desert Book Fair is being held at the Cochise College Sierra Vista Campus Library, Sierra Vista, March 15, from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m.
For more information, call Francine Biere, (520) 459-0242 or Marilea Zavadin, (520) 226-5443
Statewide Junior Miss Pageant
Formerly the Cochise County Junior Miss Pageant, this pageant is now statewide. Open to guys and gals, ages 0-19, the pageant is in its fifth year in 2008.
Everyone goes home with a trophy. The pageant takes place in August in Bisbee.
If you are interested or just want more information, please send us your information: Name, date of birth, address and phone number to: PO Box 5351 Bisbee, Arizona 85603, or call us at 520-432-3930 and leave a message. Or email us at ccjmbeauty@yahoo.com.
WMS 8th grade promotion car wash
Come support WMS 8th Grade promotion. at a Friday, March 14, carwash, bake sale and burrito sale.
It will start at 12:30 p.m., at the Alco parking lot on Bisbee Avenue.
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