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| Preschool scholarships: Bob Coder, representing the Masonic Lodge, presents Wesleyan Pre School and Child Care Director Mary Sue Houser with a $710 check for scholarship support. The monies were made during History Fest and the Mother's Day Pancake Breakfast. The Masons and Rainbow Girls worked together on this project. (PHOTO COURTESY/Bob Coder) |
Willcox Western Heritage Days
Willcox Western Heritage Days is an opportunity for Willcox to remember its cowboy and Indian heritage. At one time Willcox was the cattle capital of the world, shipping out more range cattle than any other shipping yard in the country. Many a cowboy has been a part of our history.
Willcox celebrates its heritage by a kicking off this event with a Friday evening dinner, sponsored by Sulphur Springs Valley Electric Cooperative, featuring entertainment by Ms. Juni Fisher, Western Music's 2006 Female Performer of the Year. Tickets are $15 per person and are available at the Chamber office. Seating is limited so please reserve your space today.
Saturday there will be historic re-enactments in Windmill Park, located on Railroad Avenue. Other events going on during the day will be a Mountain Man presentation, Apache Indian practices, music and entertainment in Railroad Park, kid's crafts, and tickets will be on sale all day long at businesses along Railroad Avenue for a chance to win a Black Powder Gun.
For a day of western entertainment come to Willcox and enjoy the heritage of the old west.
Western Heritage Days is sponsored by the Willcox Chamber of Commerce and Agriculture. For more information, contact the Chamber office at 1-800-200-2272.
WHS Class of 1978 renunion planned
The reunion committee for the WHS Class of 1978 is looking for all of the members of our class.
If you graduated in 1978 or have contact information on one of our classmates, please send the information to WHS1978@gmail.com or mail it to WHS Class of 1978, c/o
Jacque (Bethel) Anderson, 2612 N Fort Grant Road, Willcox, AZ 85643.
We are trying to organize a reunion for the weekend of October 3 & 4, 2008 (Rex Allen Days). If you are interested in helping in any way, please contact Jacque at the above address.
Scholarships remain for WHS seniors
Two scholarships remain available for award by the Willcox Public School Trust. Seniors from Willcox High School may apply to P.O. Box 430, Willcox, AZ 85643 by July 15, 2008.
A $500 scholarship is available for a graduating senior who has not won any other scholarship award. The Rick Routt Memorial Scholarship is awarded annually to assist a student who will be attending any college or university.
The Cal Jones Memorial Scholarship awards $300 to any graduating senior that attends Cochise College. Preference will be given to students majoring in agriculture or business.
The Willcox Public School Trust was founded more than 20 years ago and annually awards scholarships and awards to local students. Approximately $10,000 is awarded annually. Anyone interested is establishing an award or contribute to an existing fund may contact Jim Martin or Kevin Fewell.
Support Willcox Troops at Elks Tribute
A "Support our Willcox Troops Elks Club Tribute Celebration" will be held at 7 p.m on Friday, July 11, at the Willcox Elks Lodge.
Bring a calling card (phone card) for admission.
This benefit dance will have guest military speakers, awards, and plenty of give-aways from main sponsor Valley TeleCom and others.
First Aid / CPR Class at Wesleyan July 12
Wesleyan Preschool and Child Care will hold a First Aid / CPR class, open to the public, on Saturday, July 12 from 9 a.m.-1 p.m. The cost is $40 for both.
Registration deadline is Monday, July 7. Checks payable to WPCC or cash accepted the day of the event. If you have any questions, please call 766-3482.
Free assistance with Medicare benefits
Many seniors need assistance in understanding the choices available in Medicare health benefits and other health insurance options. In order to assist seniors, the SEAGO Area Agency on Aging is sponsoring several Medicare and health benefits counseling events, free of charge.
Grace Murcio, SEAGO's Health Insurance Counselor, will be available to answer your questions on Medicare regulations, insurance benefits, and other relevant insurance products. The schedule for these events in Nothern Cochise County is as follows: Friday, July 11, from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. at the Willcox Public Library and Wednesday, July 16, from 1:30 p.m. to 3:30 p.m. at the Benson Public Library.
This is a free service to assist and educate seniors. SEAGO is not affiliated with any insurance company and does not sell insurance. For more information, call either Grace Murcio or Kathleen Heard at (520) 432-5301.
Cancer Suport Group drawing for afghan
The Willcox Cancer Support Group is holding a raffle on a beautiful, hand-knitted pink afghan. This lovely afghan was the donation of an anonymous supporter, and will be given to a lucky winner on Friday, Aug. 1.
The afghan is on display at the Northern Cochise Community Health Systems/Hospital in the Gift Shop. Tickets are $1 each or 6 tickets for $5 and may be purchased at the Gift Shop.
All proceeds will benefit the Cancer Support Group and will go to local cancer survivors for gas to get to doctors' appointments, as well as other emergency funds.
For further information call 520-384-2658.
Willcox Western Heritage Days is an opportunity for Willcox to remember its cowboy and Indian heritage. At one time Willcox was the cattle capital of the world, shipping out more range cattle than any other shipping yard in the country. Many a cowboy has been a part of our history.
Willcox celebrates its heritage by a kicking off this event with a Friday evening dinner, sponsored by Sulphur Springs Valley Electric Cooperative, featuring entertainment by Ms. Juni Fisher, Western Music's 2006 Female Performer of the Year. Tickets are $15 per person and are available at the Chamber office. Seating is limited so please reserve your space today.
Saturday there will be historic re-enactments in Windmill Park, located on Railroad Avenue. Other events going on during the day will be a Mountain Man presentation, Apache Indian practices, music and entertainment in Railroad Park, kid's crafts, and tickets will be on sale all day long at businesses along Railroad Avenue for a chance to win a Black Powder Gun.
For a day of western entertainment come to Willcox and enjoy the heritage of the old west.
Western Heritage Days is sponsored by the Willcox Chamber of Commerce and Agriculture. For more information, contact the Chamber office at 1-800-200-2272.
WHS Class of 1978 renunion planned
The reunion committee for the WHS Class of 1978 is looking for all of the members of our class.
If you graduated in 1978 or have contact information on one of our classmates, please send the information to WHS1978@gmail.com or mail it to WHS Class of 1978, c/o
Jacque (Bethel) Anderson, 2612 N Fort Grant Road, Willcox, AZ 85643.
We are trying to organize a reunion for the weekend of October 3 & 4, 2008 (Rex Allen Days). If you are interested in helping in any way, please contact Jacque at the above address.
Scholarships remain for WHS seniors
Two scholarships remain available for award by the Willcox Public School Trust. Seniors from Willcox High School may apply to P.O. Box 430, Willcox, AZ 85643 by July 15, 2008.
A $500 scholarship is available for a graduating senior who has not won any other scholarship award. The Rick Routt Memorial Scholarship is awarded annually to assist a student who will be attending any college or university.
The Cal Jones Memorial Scholarship awards $300 to any graduating senior that attends Cochise College. Preference will be given to students majoring in agriculture or business.
The Willcox Public School Trust was founded more than 20 years ago and annually awards scholarships and awards to local students. Approximately $10,000 is awarded annually. Anyone interested is establishing an award or contribute to an existing fund may contact Jim Martin or Kevin Fewell.
Support Willcox Troops at Elks Tribute
A "Support our Willcox Troops Elks Club Tribute Celebration" will be held at 7 p.m on Friday, July 11, at the Willcox Elks Lodge.
Bring a calling card (phone card) for admission.
This benefit dance will have guest military speakers, awards, and plenty of give-aways from main sponsor Valley TeleCom and others.
First Aid / CPR Class at Wesleyan July 12
Wesleyan Preschool and Child Care will hold a First Aid / CPR class, open to the public, on Saturday, July 12 from 9 a.m.-1 p.m. The cost is $40 for both.
Registration deadline is Monday, July 7. Checks payable to WPCC or cash accepted the day of the event. If you have any questions, please call 766-3482.
Free assistance with Medicare benefits
Many seniors need assistance in understanding the choices available in Medicare health benefits and other health insurance options. In order to assist seniors, the SEAGO Area Agency on Aging is sponsoring several Medicare and health benefits counseling events, free of charge.
Grace Murcio, SEAGO's Health Insurance Counselor, will be available to answer your questions on Medicare regulations, insurance benefits, and other relevant insurance products. The schedule for these events in Nothern Cochise County is as follows: Friday, July 11, from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. at the Willcox Public Library and Wednesday, July 16, from 1:30 p.m. to 3:30 p.m. at the Benson Public Library.
This is a free service to assist and educate seniors. SEAGO is not affiliated with any insurance company and does not sell insurance. For more information, call either Grace Murcio or Kathleen Heard at (520) 432-5301.
Cancer Suport Group drawing for afghan
The Willcox Cancer Support Group is holding a raffle on a beautiful, hand-knitted pink afghan. This lovely afghan was the donation of an anonymous supporter, and will be given to a lucky winner on Friday, Aug. 1.
The afghan is on display at the Northern Cochise Community Health Systems/Hospital in the Gift Shop. Tickets are $1 each or 6 tickets for $5 and may be purchased at the Gift Shop.
All proceeds will benefit the Cancer Support Group and will go to local cancer survivors for gas to get to doctors' appointments, as well as other emergency funds.
For further information call 520-384-2658.
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