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| Willcox High School senior, Jaquelin Amavizca, left, and junior, Yasmin Franco, test their talk-show hosting skills at Valley TeleCom's booth at the WASA Career Fair on Aug. 12. At right, Bob Dahlstrom does the camera work for Valley. The students could check out their success afterwards by watching the tape. (Ainslee S. Wittig/ARN) |
Candidate Meet and Greet Oct. 13
Mark your calendars! Possibly the most important political action you will take other than voting on election day! Wednesday, Oct. 13 from 5:30 p.m. to 7 p.m. - All Voters - All Candidates - All Parties are welcome to a "Non-partisan" Meet and Greet at the Willcox Community Center, 2 Blocks west of Haskell Avenue (Business-10) on Stewart Street in Willcox.
The community center ballroom has ample room for candidates, parties and ballot measures, initiatives and causes to set up displays. There will be tables set up throughout the room and there are plenty to go around. Set up will begin at 4:30 p.m. and the Meet and Greet will begin at 5:30 p.m. and end at 7 p.m. Refreshments will be provided.
There will be a $1 charge per person at the door to cover cost of the event. Call Cathy Collins for questions or to RSVP (520) 384-5352.
Rex Allen Days Rodeo Queen
Rex Allen Days is right around the corner. Time to grab your jeans, dust off your hat, shine those boots and try out for Rodeo Queen! We need young ladies between the ages of 16 and 24 who love the "cowboy lifestyle!"
If you are interested, call Jeanie at 253-0124.
Sunsites/Pearce memorabilia
The Old Pearce Preservation Association (OPPA) and the Sunsites Memory Project are gathering photos and memorabilia for a book that will be included in the Images of America series by Arcadia Publishing.
During the month of September, representatives of the two local groups will have scanners and cameras available at popular locations in Sunsites to photograph or scan your collectibles.
They plan be at the Sunsites Community Library, the Community Center, the Visitor Center and Great Western Bank. Schedules with days and times will be available at these locations.
If you are unable to visit one of these locations during a scheduled time, they will be happy to visit with you in your home or office to scan or photograph your items.
Copies of the books from communities in our area that are included in the Images of America series are available at the Sunsites Community Library.
For more information contact Brian Ballard of OPPA at 520-826-1961 or Anna Nickell of the Sunsites Memory Project at 520-826-5153.
Home-school
special ed help
Attention parents of home school children with special education disabilities: Willcox school district may be able to provide a level of special education service.
If interested, please plan to attend a meeting Friday, Aug. 27 at 2:30 p.m. at the special services office on the Willcox schools campus. Call 384-8736 for more information.
Grief support group begins
Charles W. Leighton, Jr. Hospice will be starting a new eight-session grief support group that is FREE of charge and open to any adult who has lost a loved one. You are not alone - come join us in sharing experiences, healing and hope (a book will be provided). We meet in Willcox, but are also interested in starting a group in the Sunsites area.
Please call Ronnie Squyres at (520) 384-5878 for info and to register. She works part-time for Charles W. Leighton, Jr. Hospice - please leave a message and she will call you back. Or e-mail her at ronnies47@ hotmail.com.
Magic Circle Bike Ride Sept. 4
The third annual Magic Circle Bike Ride is just around the corner. On Saturday Sept. 4 the riders will depart Keiller Park for either a 33-mile or 66-mile ride for the more adventure minded.
The ride is staged to benefit the Willcox Chamber of Commerce, The Charles W. Leighton Hospice and The Gale Barton Memorial Scholarship Fund sponsored by American Legion Post 20 of Willcox.
The riders will get to see sights along SR 186. It inclues lunch in Keiller Park after the ride as part of the $30 registration fee.
To register contact the Chamber of Commerce at 520-384-2272 or 1-800-200-2272 or e-mail at www.willcoxchamber.com
WHS Class of 1990 reunion Sept. 3-6
The WHS Class of 1990 would like to invite classmates and teachers to celebrate their 20-year class reunion Sept. 3-5.
Friday
Sept. 3 - Friday Night Kick-Off Party at Angela's house, 119 S. Bisbee. Starts at 7 p.m. Bring a chair and BYOB. We will enjoy pizza, beer and good times!
Saturday
Sept. 4 - 8:30 a.m.-11:30 a.m. - Golf Scramble- Twin Lakes Golf Course
Anyone may golf nine holes for $15.50 -- please include your handicap
11 a.m.-3 p.m. - Family Picnic at Twin Lakes Golf Course. We will meet at the golf course at 11 a.m.. There will be a golf scramble, horseshoes, and a tent for us to kick back and enjoy the nice Willcox fall weather. Children are welcome and we will bar-b-que lunch. Those interested in golfing, please RSVP. If we don't get many golfers, we may need to move the picnic to the park, so this is subject to change.
6 p.m. to 9 p.m. - Dinner at Coronado Vineyards. Dinner will be held at Coronado Vineyard with its beautiful views, great food, and of course, wine! This will be the perfect place to catch up with everyone, enjoy '80s music and reminisce about the good ol' days.
9 p.m. to 1 a.m. - After Dinner Party at Rix's Tavern. We will be getting our groove on at Rix's with a DJ. Open to public for some dancing and fun!
Contact Angela Sinohui 520-507-3252 for more information.
Advisors for adult center wanted
The Learning Center at NCCH is seeking letters of interest from older adults (age 60 and over) willing to volunteer as members of a Community Advisory Council.
Community Council Members will volunteer with community leaders and hospital staff to provide input and support for the operation of the Learning Center.
Letters are due by Wednesday, Sept. 1. Meetings will be held three times per year. Term lengths to be determined.
Community Advisory Council meetings will be held at the hospital.
Mail interest letters to Tracy Zerkle, Learning Center Director c/o NCCH 901 W. Rex Allen Dr. Willcox, AZ 85643
For more info - call Tracy Zerkle at 384-3541 ext 410 or email her at tzerkle@ncch.com.
Nominate Favorite Son/Daughter
Nominations for Willcox's Favorite Son/Daughter awards due Friday, Sept. 3.
Either a favorite in-town or out-of-town son /daughter award will be out given at the Willcox Cowboy Hall of Fame banquet at the start of Rex Allen Days, Thursday, Sept. 30.
Nominations forms may be picked up at the Arizona Range News and returned by Friday, Sept. 3.
In-town favorite son/daughter award qualifications:
1) Was born in Willcox
2) Graduated from the eighth grade in Willcox
3) Attended school in Willcox for majority of elementary/high school
4) Graduated from high school in Willcox
And:
Has consistently lived in Willcox
Is a Willcox supporter and promoter
Has made a difference in the lives of people in Willcox
Attained recognition outside of Willcox
Out-of-town favorite son/ daughter award qualifications:
Was born in Willcox, or
Spent the majority of his/her growing up years in Willcox
Attended or graduated from high school in Willcox
Considers Willcox his/her "hometown"
Is a Willcox supporter and promoter
Has made a difference in people's lives
Attained recognition in his/her life's occupation/location.
Both in-town and out-of-town awards will not be given unless another sponsor comes forward. The Arizona Range News will choose one person who most reflects the spirit of the awards, whether it be an in-town or out-of-town person.
Coaches needed for U-12 youth soccer
Coaches are needed for AYSO's U-12 teams. There are currently 30 players signed up for Under 12-aged youth soccer and no coaches. Please contact Monica Pacheco at 507-2123 if you are available to coach.
Grape Stomp
at Coronado
Always wanted to know what it was like to stomp around in a barrel of grapes? Now is your chance. No stomping experience necessary. Awarding winning Coronado Vineyards 4th Annual Grape Stomp is happening Aug. 28. A day of festivities features live music, food and of course wine tasting. It's your chance for a firsthand experience in winemaking.
Bring the whole family for this festive Italian tradition Adults are $10 and includes a souvenir wine glass, all the grapes you can stomp, and a tasting of all our current releases. Children are our best stompers, the owners said.
The local Tucson band "The Grind' will perform live music, featuring classic rock, funk with undertones of alternative and country.
Coronado Vineyards 4th Annual Grape Stomp kicks off at 10 a.m. on Saturday. Stomping ends at 4 p.m but the party continues with a special dinner served 5 - 8 p.m. For more information on the event visit www.coronadovineyards.com or call 520.-384-2993.
Races show-cases wines
What do wine and sneakers have in common? The Arizona Wine Growers Association invites you to find out at the Great Arizona Grape Stomp, a series of four 5K runs promoting Arizona's wine industry.
The Great Arizona Grape Stomp will take place in Arizona's three wine-producing regions, as well as downtown Phoenix:
It started on July 24 at Sonoita/Elgin. It will continue on:
Saturday, Aug. 28, 8 a.m., in Verde Valley
Saturday, Sept. 18, 8 a.m., in Willcox
Saturday, Oct. 30, 8 a.m., in Phoenix
Runners will receive a wine glass at the end of the race entitling them to special discounts that day throughout the wine country. The runs are sponsored by the Arizona Wine Growers Association and proceeds will help support Arizona Wine Week, which starts Monday, Nov. 1. The week culminates on Saturday, Nov. 6, with the second annual Festival at the Farm, where the state's top wine growers will gather to showcase their finest wines.
For more information and tickets, visit www.azwinefestivalatthefarm.com.
Runners interested in participating in the Great Arizona Grape Stomp should visit www.arizonawine.org/grapestomp.html to download the entry form or to register online. Cost for each race is $35.
Apple Harvest Celebration begins
The 10th Annual Apple Harvest Celebration will run for three weekends starting Aug. 28. The Celebration will feature tree-ripened apples, homemade apple pies and loads of family fun! "All-You-Can-Eat" Fried Apple Topping and Pancakes breakfast will be served from 7:30 to 10:30 a.m., and "Apple-Smoked" burger lunches will be served 11:30 a.m. to 4 p.m. each day of the event.
In addition to apples, there will also be peaches and Asian pears available for you-pick.
Apple Annie's will donate portion of the proceeds from all five weekends of the event to the southern Arizona branch of the March of Dimes.
Apple Annie's is open daily through Oct. 31. Visit www.AppleAnnies.com or call 520-384-2084.
Mark your calendars! Possibly the most important political action you will take other than voting on election day! Wednesday, Oct. 13 from 5:30 p.m. to 7 p.m. - All Voters - All Candidates - All Parties are welcome to a "Non-partisan" Meet and Greet at the Willcox Community Center, 2 Blocks west of Haskell Avenue (Business-10) on Stewart Street in Willcox.
The community center ballroom has ample room for candidates, parties and ballot measures, initiatives and causes to set up displays. There will be tables set up throughout the room and there are plenty to go around. Set up will begin at 4:30 p.m. and the Meet and Greet will begin at 5:30 p.m. and end at 7 p.m. Refreshments will be provided.
There will be a $1 charge per person at the door to cover cost of the event. Call Cathy Collins for questions or to RSVP (520) 384-5352.
Rex Allen Days Rodeo Queen
Rex Allen Days is right around the corner. Time to grab your jeans, dust off your hat, shine those boots and try out for Rodeo Queen! We need young ladies between the ages of 16 and 24 who love the "cowboy lifestyle!"
If you are interested, call Jeanie at 253-0124.
Sunsites/Pearce memorabilia
The Old Pearce Preservation Association (OPPA) and the Sunsites Memory Project are gathering photos and memorabilia for a book that will be included in the Images of America series by Arcadia Publishing.
During the month of September, representatives of the two local groups will have scanners and cameras available at popular locations in Sunsites to photograph or scan your collectibles.
They plan be at the Sunsites Community Library, the Community Center, the Visitor Center and Great Western Bank. Schedules with days and times will be available at these locations.
If you are unable to visit one of these locations during a scheduled time, they will be happy to visit with you in your home or office to scan or photograph your items.
Copies of the books from communities in our area that are included in the Images of America series are available at the Sunsites Community Library.
For more information contact Brian Ballard of OPPA at 520-826-1961 or Anna Nickell of the Sunsites Memory Project at 520-826-5153.
Home-school
special ed help
Attention parents of home school children with special education disabilities: Willcox school district may be able to provide a level of special education service.
If interested, please plan to attend a meeting Friday, Aug. 27 at 2:30 p.m. at the special services office on the Willcox schools campus. Call 384-8736 for more information.
Grief support group begins
Charles W. Leighton, Jr. Hospice will be starting a new eight-session grief support group that is FREE of charge and open to any adult who has lost a loved one. You are not alone - come join us in sharing experiences, healing and hope (a book will be provided). We meet in Willcox, but are also interested in starting a group in the Sunsites area.
Please call Ronnie Squyres at (520) 384-5878 for info and to register. She works part-time for Charles W. Leighton, Jr. Hospice - please leave a message and she will call you back. Or e-mail her at ronnies47@ hotmail.com.
Magic Circle Bike Ride Sept. 4
The third annual Magic Circle Bike Ride is just around the corner. On Saturday Sept. 4 the riders will depart Keiller Park for either a 33-mile or 66-mile ride for the more adventure minded.
The ride is staged to benefit the Willcox Chamber of Commerce, The Charles W. Leighton Hospice and The Gale Barton Memorial Scholarship Fund sponsored by American Legion Post 20 of Willcox.
The riders will get to see sights along SR 186. It inclues lunch in Keiller Park after the ride as part of the $30 registration fee.
To register contact the Chamber of Commerce at 520-384-2272 or 1-800-200-2272 or e-mail at www.willcoxchamber.com
WHS Class of 1990 reunion Sept. 3-6
The WHS Class of 1990 would like to invite classmates and teachers to celebrate their 20-year class reunion Sept. 3-5.
Friday
Sept. 3 - Friday Night Kick-Off Party at Angela's house, 119 S. Bisbee. Starts at 7 p.m. Bring a chair and BYOB. We will enjoy pizza, beer and good times!
Saturday
Sept. 4 - 8:30 a.m.-11:30 a.m. - Golf Scramble- Twin Lakes Golf Course
Anyone may golf nine holes for $15.50 -- please include your handicap
Contact Angela Sinohui 520-507-3252 for more information.
Advisors for adult center wanted
The Learning Center at NCCH is seeking letters of interest from older adults (age 60 and over) willing to volunteer as members of a Community Advisory Council.
Community Council Members will volunteer with community leaders and hospital staff to provide input and support for the operation of the Learning Center.
Letters are due by Wednesday, Sept. 1. Meetings will be held three times per year. Term lengths to be determined.
Community Advisory Council meetings will be held at the hospital.
Mail interest letters to Tracy Zerkle, Learning Center Director c/o NCCH 901 W. Rex Allen Dr. Willcox, AZ 85643
For more info - call Tracy Zerkle at 384-3541 ext 410 or email her at tzerkle@ncch.com.
Nominate Favorite Son/Daughter
Nominations for Willcox's Favorite Son/Daughter awards due Friday, Sept. 3.
Either a favorite in-town or out-of-town son /daughter award will be out given at the Willcox Cowboy Hall of Fame banquet at the start of Rex Allen Days, Thursday, Sept. 30.
Nominations forms may be picked up at the Arizona Range News and returned by Friday, Sept. 3.
In-town favorite son/daughter award qualifications:
1) Was born in Willcox
2) Graduated from the eighth grade in Willcox
3) Attended school in Willcox for majority of elementary/high school
4) Graduated from high school in Willcox
And:
Out-of-town favorite son/ daughter award qualifications:
Both in-town and out-of-town awards will not be given unless another sponsor comes forward. The Arizona Range News will choose one person who most reflects the spirit of the awards, whether it be an in-town or out-of-town person.
Coaches needed for U-12 youth soccer
Coaches are needed for AYSO's U-12 teams. There are currently 30 players signed up for Under 12-aged youth soccer and no coaches. Please contact Monica Pacheco at 507-2123 if you are available to coach.
Grape Stomp
at Coronado
Always wanted to know what it was like to stomp around in a barrel of grapes? Now is your chance. No stomping experience necessary. Awarding winning Coronado Vineyards 4th Annual Grape Stomp is happening Aug. 28. A day of festivities features live music, food and of course wine tasting. It's your chance for a firsthand experience in winemaking.
Bring the whole family for this festive Italian tradition Adults are $10 and includes a souvenir wine glass, all the grapes you can stomp, and a tasting of all our current releases. Children are our best stompers, the owners said.
The local Tucson band "The Grind' will perform live music, featuring classic rock, funk with undertones of alternative and country.
Coronado Vineyards 4th Annual Grape Stomp kicks off at 10 a.m. on Saturday. Stomping ends at 4 p.m but the party continues with a special dinner served 5 - 8 p.m. For more information on the event visit www.coronadovineyards.com or call 520.-384-2993.
Races show-cases wines
What do wine and sneakers have in common? The Arizona Wine Growers Association invites you to find out at the Great Arizona Grape Stomp, a series of four 5K runs promoting Arizona's wine industry.
The Great Arizona Grape Stomp will take place in Arizona's three wine-producing regions, as well as downtown Phoenix:
It started on July 24 at Sonoita/Elgin. It will continue on:
Runners will receive a wine glass at the end of the race entitling them to special discounts that day throughout the wine country. The runs are sponsored by the Arizona Wine Growers Association and proceeds will help support Arizona Wine Week, which starts Monday, Nov. 1. The week culminates on Saturday, Nov. 6, with the second annual Festival at the Farm, where the state's top wine growers will gather to showcase their finest wines.
For more information and tickets, visit www.azwinefestivalatthefarm.com.
Runners interested in participating in the Great Arizona Grape Stomp should visit www.arizonawine.org/grapestomp.html to download the entry form or to register online. Cost for each race is $35.
Apple Harvest Celebration begins
The 10th Annual Apple Harvest Celebration will run for three weekends starting Aug. 28. The Celebration will feature tree-ripened apples, homemade apple pies and loads of family fun! "All-You-Can-Eat" Fried Apple Topping and Pancakes breakfast will be served from 7:30 to 10:30 a.m., and "Apple-Smoked" burger lunches will be served 11:30 a.m. to 4 p.m. each day of the event.
In addition to apples, there will also be peaches and Asian pears available for you-pick.
Apple Annie's will donate portion of the proceeds from all five weekends of the event to the southern Arizona branch of the March of Dimes.
Apple Annie's is open daily through Oct. 31. Visit www.AppleAnnies.com or call 520-384-2084.
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