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| The gavel is passed to new President Paul Blanke by outgoing President Marlin 'Mick' Easthouse during a recent meeting of the Willcox Rotary Club at the Willcox Elks Lodge. 'I'm honored that you think I can do this job,' Blanke told his fellow Rotarians. (Carol Broeder/ARN) |
Bears close Reef campground
Reef Campground in the Huachuca Mountains will be closed for two weeks beginning July 17 due to black bear activity in the area. The campground, on the Sierra Vista Ranger District of the Coronado National Forest, will be temporarily closed to remove the human influence (food, garbage) that may be tempting the bears to linger in the area.
"We're sorry for the inconvenience to our visitors," said Sierra Vista District Ranger Annette Chavez. "Public safety is of utmost importance. By closing the area for a short time, we can allow the bears to move on, and then resume our recreational activities."
For further information, please contact the Sierra Vista Visitor Center at (520) 378-0311.
Hwy 191 project begins in Sunsites
The Volunteer Center of Southern Arizona and Southern Arizona Retired and Senior Volunteer Program (RSVP) are proud to announce a new partnership with Arizona State Parks. This collaboration offers experienced, older volunteers a way to give back to the community and at the same time make a difference.
Volunteers are needed in Kartchner Caverns, Cochise County; Roper Lake State Park, Graham County; and Sonoita Creek and Patagonia Lake parks in Santa Cruz County. Leadership and skill development will be provided through environmental education, environment research and habitat restoration projects. Volunteers will work with park rangers, biologists and ecologists. Additional training for RSVP volunteers will be provided by the Volunteer Center.
For more information, contact: Nicole Armstrong-Best: 602-542-7152 or narmstrong@azstateparks.org
Nominate for Willcox Cares
The Willcox Chamber of Commerce is sponsoring a community project called Willcox Cares. The project will be helping two households in need of minor repairs, yard work, and/or painting. The applicants should be Willcox residents that are elderly, disabled or single parent families that are unable to perform the maintenance due to physical difficulties and /or finances. We will also accept referrals on behalf of someone that you think could use the help.
The Chamber will be asking for volunteers and donated supplies to perform the maintenance. The work will be preformed around September. Applications are located at the Willcox Chamber of Commerce and Agriculture, 1500 N Circle I Rd; City Hall, 101 S Railroad Ave; and Development Services, 300 W Rex Allen Dr. If you have any questions please contact Kathy Smith at the Chamber at (520) 384-2272 or Rochelle Reno at 384-6419.
Pearce School Open House
All new and returning students and their parents are requested to attend a "Welcome Back Registration" Open House from 4:30 p.m. to 6:30 p.m. on Thursday, July 30. Come meet your teachers, see your classrooms, drop off any school supplies, pick up a school handbook, and have your parents turn in the registration packets at this time. Refreshments will be served.
School begins Wednesday, Aug. 5; at 8 a.m. Pearce will be implementing a four-day, Monday through Thursday school week. Each grade level will receive the mandated instructional hours in four longer school days. The school day for grades Kindergarten through third grade will be from 8 a.m. to 2:30 p.m., and grades fourth through eighth will be 8 a.m. to 4 p.m.
School supplies needed
The Willcox Chamber of Commerce & Agriculture is proud to again sponsor the Angel Bus. The bus will be parked at Food City or Safeway from Monday, July 20 through Wednesday, Aug. 5. Supply lists will be available at the bus.
Items can be dropped off at the administration office from 8 a.m. to 3 p.m. Monday through Thursday, or you can bring your donations to the Chamber office, 1500 N. Circle I Road Monday through Friday, 8 a.m. to 5 p.m.; Saturday, 9 a.m. to 4 p.m.; or Sunday, 9 a.m. to 1 p.m.is 5 p.m., Friday, July 31, 2009.
Please stop by the bus and pick up a supply list. It is our responsibility to make sure ALL kids have the same opportunities to learn. Thank you for your generous support.
NCCH Auxiliary fund-raiser
A raffle is in progress for a 50/50 Christmas drawing. The drawing will be held on Wednesday, Nov. 18, just in time for some extra money for Christmas shopping! Tickets are $1 each or 6 for $5. The "pot" will be split between the person with the winning ticket and the Auxiliary Hospital Fund, which provides scholarships and/or hospital purchases.
The NCCH Hospital Auxiliary is looking for Volunteers. The only commitment is 96 hours of service a year -- that's only eight hours a month - 1 day, or 2 half days, whatever works for your schedule. The work is very rewarding and there are several areas of service available.
If you have an interest or know of someone who might, call Mary Ulses at 766-0526.
Apply for school board vacancy
The Cochise County Superintendent of Schools is accepting letters of interest for a vacant position on the Governing Board of Willcox Unified School District #13.
The County Superintendent will appoint this member to complete the vacated position's term, which will expire on Dec. 31, 2012.
Letters of interest should be sent to: Cochise County School Superintendent's Office
Attn: Trudy Berry
P.O. Drawer 208
Bisbee, AZ 85603
Letter of interest should include name, address, phone number and E-mail.
The deadline to receive letters is 5 p.m., Friday, July 31, 2009.
Join American Legion Post 20
The American Legion was founded March 15-17, 1919 and Tenley Lopez Post 20 here in Willcox was founded on August 30, 1919 making it the oldest veteran's organization in town. The first Post Commander was Dr. J. C. Wilson.
The American Legion continues to be the voice for veterans and active duty personnel on benefits and services. The American Legion lobby efforts on behalf of all who serve and have served our country during times of conflict really is the Conscience of the country for veterans and their dependents rights and benefits.
With 90 years in Willcox Post 20 is alive and well. If you are a veteran of service during times of conflict or and active duty service member we invite you to attend a meeting and spend some time with fellow service personnel. Our membership covers WWII, Korea, Vietnam, Lebanon/Grenada, Panama and the current Gulf War conflict. Let your voice become part of the Legion Family strongly speaking out for all our rights as veteran and active duty personnel. For information contact Don at 520-766-0526.
Sign up for driver safety program
The American Association of Retired Persons (AARP) is setting up its summer schedule for the AARP Driver Safety Program (formerly AARP55 Alive/Mature Driving) for the Willcox and Benson areas.
The course is designed for drivers 50 years or older, but anyone may attend, and covers all aspects of the effects of aging as it relates to driving and how to compensate for these changes.
For more information or to register, call Pierre at 520-384-3621. Leave message if necessary.
Art of healing: grief and growth support group - New group to begin in Willcox
Knowing that you are not alone helps so many people who are grieving their losses. Experience the healing power of being listened to and listening to others. Come share in the mutual support provided at an educational grief support group that will be starting soon. Learn new ways of coping, share sorrow, as well as, laughter and know there is hope that healing can take place. We will be using and learning new skills for dealing with loss; these will include the use of music, humor, aromatherapy, breathing and relaxation, as well as, other ways of expressing ourselves. This group will be eight sessions in length, meeting every other week, and will give you something to look forward to. It is free and open to adults who have had a loved one die. Every person is different in how they grieve and so no healing journey is the same.
Call Ronnie Squyres, MA at (520) 384-5878 (Tuesday, Wednesday or Thursday) for further details. Many people have told me how powerful the group has been in helping them heal their hearts. One woman, who had lost her husband, commented, " it was a safe place to share ...and to grow." You are welcome to call me and see if this may be right for you. The group is FREE.
Reef Campground in the Huachuca Mountains will be closed for two weeks beginning July 17 due to black bear activity in the area. The campground, on the Sierra Vista Ranger District of the Coronado National Forest, will be temporarily closed to remove the human influence (food, garbage) that may be tempting the bears to linger in the area.
"We're sorry for the inconvenience to our visitors," said Sierra Vista District Ranger Annette Chavez. "Public safety is of utmost importance. By closing the area for a short time, we can allow the bears to move on, and then resume our recreational activities."
For further information, please contact the Sierra Vista Visitor Center at (520) 378-0311.
Hwy 191 project begins in Sunsites
The Volunteer Center of Southern Arizona and Southern Arizona Retired and Senior Volunteer Program (RSVP) are proud to announce a new partnership with Arizona State Parks. This collaboration offers experienced, older volunteers a way to give back to the community and at the same time make a difference.
Volunteers are needed in Kartchner Caverns, Cochise County; Roper Lake State Park, Graham County; and Sonoita Creek and Patagonia Lake parks in Santa Cruz County. Leadership and skill development will be provided through environmental education, environment research and habitat restoration projects. Volunteers will work with park rangers, biologists and ecologists. Additional training for RSVP volunteers will be provided by the Volunteer Center.
For more information, contact: Nicole Armstrong-Best: 602-542-7152 or narmstrong@azstateparks.org
Nominate for Willcox Cares
The Willcox Chamber of Commerce is sponsoring a community project called Willcox Cares. The project will be helping two households in need of minor repairs, yard work, and/or painting. The applicants should be Willcox residents that are elderly, disabled or single parent families that are unable to perform the maintenance due to physical difficulties and /or finances. We will also accept referrals on behalf of someone that you think could use the help.
The Chamber will be asking for volunteers and donated supplies to perform the maintenance. The work will be preformed around September. Applications are located at the Willcox Chamber of Commerce and Agriculture, 1500 N Circle I Rd; City Hall, 101 S Railroad Ave; and Development Services, 300 W Rex Allen Dr. If you have any questions please contact Kathy Smith at the Chamber at (520) 384-2272 or Rochelle Reno at 384-6419.
Pearce School Open House
All new and returning students and their parents are requested to attend a "Welcome Back Registration" Open House from 4:30 p.m. to 6:30 p.m. on Thursday, July 30. Come meet your teachers, see your classrooms, drop off any school supplies, pick up a school handbook, and have your parents turn in the registration packets at this time. Refreshments will be served.
School begins Wednesday, Aug. 5; at 8 a.m. Pearce will be implementing a four-day, Monday through Thursday school week. Each grade level will receive the mandated instructional hours in four longer school days. The school day for grades Kindergarten through third grade will be from 8 a.m. to 2:30 p.m., and grades fourth through eighth will be 8 a.m. to 4 p.m.
School supplies needed
The Willcox Chamber of Commerce & Agriculture is proud to again sponsor the Angel Bus. The bus will be parked at Food City or Safeway from Monday, July 20 through Wednesday, Aug. 5. Supply lists will be available at the bus.
Items can be dropped off at the administration office from 8 a.m. to 3 p.m. Monday through Thursday, or you can bring your donations to the Chamber office, 1500 N. Circle I Road Monday through Friday, 8 a.m. to 5 p.m.; Saturday, 9 a.m. to 4 p.m.; or Sunday, 9 a.m. to 1 p.m.is 5 p.m., Friday, July 31, 2009.
Please stop by the bus and pick up a supply list. It is our responsibility to make sure ALL kids have the same opportunities to learn. Thank you for your generous support.
NCCH Auxiliary fund-raiser
A raffle is in progress for a 50/50 Christmas drawing. The drawing will be held on Wednesday, Nov. 18, just in time for some extra money for Christmas shopping! Tickets are $1 each or 6 for $5. The "pot" will be split between the person with the winning ticket and the Auxiliary Hospital Fund, which provides scholarships and/or hospital purchases.
The NCCH Hospital Auxiliary is looking for Volunteers. The only commitment is 96 hours of service a year -- that's only eight hours a month - 1 day, or 2 half days, whatever works for your schedule. The work is very rewarding and there are several areas of service available.
If you have an interest or know of someone who might, call Mary Ulses at 766-0526.
Apply for school board vacancy
The Cochise County Superintendent of Schools is accepting letters of interest for a vacant position on the Governing Board of Willcox Unified School District #13.
The County Superintendent will appoint this member to complete the vacated position's term, which will expire on Dec. 31, 2012.
Letters of interest should be sent to: Cochise County School Superintendent's Office
Attn: Trudy Berry
P.O. Drawer 208
Bisbee, AZ 85603
Letter of interest should include name, address, phone number and E-mail.
The deadline to receive letters is 5 p.m., Friday, July 31, 2009.
Join American Legion Post 20
The American Legion was founded March 15-17, 1919 and Tenley Lopez Post 20 here in Willcox was founded on August 30, 1919 making it the oldest veteran's organization in town. The first Post Commander was Dr. J. C. Wilson.
The American Legion continues to be the voice for veterans and active duty personnel on benefits and services. The American Legion lobby efforts on behalf of all who serve and have served our country during times of conflict really is the Conscience of the country for veterans and their dependents rights and benefits.
With 90 years in Willcox Post 20 is alive and well. If you are a veteran of service during times of conflict or and active duty service member we invite you to attend a meeting and spend some time with fellow service personnel. Our membership covers WWII, Korea, Vietnam, Lebanon/Grenada, Panama and the current Gulf War conflict. Let your voice become part of the Legion Family strongly speaking out for all our rights as veteran and active duty personnel. For information contact Don at 520-766-0526.
Sign up for driver safety program
The American Association of Retired Persons (AARP) is setting up its summer schedule for the AARP Driver Safety Program (formerly AARP55 Alive/Mature Driving) for the Willcox and Benson areas.
The course is designed for drivers 50 years or older, but anyone may attend, and covers all aspects of the effects of aging as it relates to driving and how to compensate for these changes.
For more information or to register, call Pierre at 520-384-3621. Leave message if necessary.
Art of healing: grief and growth support group - New group to begin in Willcox
Knowing that you are not alone helps so many people who are grieving their losses. Experience the healing power of being listened to and listening to others. Come share in the mutual support provided at an educational grief support group that will be starting soon. Learn new ways of coping, share sorrow, as well as, laughter and know there is hope that healing can take place. We will be using and learning new skills for dealing with loss; these will include the use of music, humor, aromatherapy, breathing and relaxation, as well as, other ways of expressing ourselves. This group will be eight sessions in length, meeting every other week, and will give you something to look forward to. It is free and open to adults who have had a loved one die. Every person is different in how they grieve and so no healing journey is the same.
Call Ronnie Squyres, MA at (520) 384-5878 (Tuesday, Wednesday or Thursday) for further details. Many people have told me how powerful the group has been in helping them heal their hearts. One woman, who had lost her husband, commented, " it was a safe place to share ...and to grow." You are welcome to call me and see if this may be right for you. The group is FREE.
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