For the third consecutive year, the Sons of the American Legion, Squadron 11, is sponsoring Veterans Day activities which include a parade, observance, and open house.  The entire community has the unique opportunity to honor all our servicemen and servicewomen.  Everyone is urged to set this day aside and be present at the activities to be held on Wednesday, November 11, 2009.   

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Bond OK will allow school, athletic facility improvements
District voters gave the school  a vote of confidence and $7.4 million in additional capital funds for construction and remodelling on November 3.

With new mission, old school will still serve kids
 Health care providers in this city are celebrating the community’s strong show of support for a proposed Pediatric Center of Excellence.

Give soldiers a Happy Holiday this year
The American Legion Auxiliary are compiling a list of active-duty military servicemen/women who reside in the Douglas area and wish to send Christmas packages to as many as possible.

Voters approve bond, 15th Street school sale
Despite controversy surrounding the Douglas Unified School District over the last few months, voters approved two school district related issues at the November 3 election.

McNeal defendant acquitted
BISBEE — A jury acquitted Darryl Chenowth of murdering two men near his home in McNeal at the conclusion of a trial Wednesday in Cochise County Superior Court.

City postpones meeting
The  City of Douglas Mayor and Council will hold its regular meeting for the month of November on Thursday, November 12, 2009.

Information meet on Medicare changes in SV on Nov. 15
Open enrollment for Medicare Part D prescription drug benefit begins on November 15, and many seniors need assistance in understanding the many choices they will have.

Cochise County Sheriff Dever announces promotion
On Thursday October 29, 2009 Sheriff Larry Dever announced several promotions within the Sheriff’s Office. Sheriff Dever said this of the internal changes, “It’s always gratifying to watch talented and enthusiastic people step up to the plate and meet the challenges afforded them through promotion. This is an exciting opportunity for growth for them and the entire organization as well.”

National Christmas Tree in Douglas on Saturday
After months of working and planning, Douglas Mayor Dr. Michael Gomez announced that the National Christmas tree will travel through Douglas on its way to Washington, D.C.

Lopez blasts KVOA for misleading report
Douglas High School Principal Bonnie Lopez criticized KVOA for its use of Douglas High School as a backdrop for a story on smuggling.

County gas price increases
According to the Cochise College Center for Economic Research’s latest biweekly survey of gas prices, conducted during the week of November 2, the average price of a gallon of regular unleaded gasoline in Cochise County increased from $2.40 to $2.48 per gallon over the preceding two-week period. According to AAA Arizona, the statewide price rose from $2.45 to $2.58 per gallon. Nationally, according to the Energy Information Administration, gas prices increased from $2.57 to $2.69 during the two-week period.

Board pushed ahead for teacher dismissal, policy changes
During its November 3 meeting, the Douglas Unified School District Governing Board pushed forward a dismiss al of  a middle school instructor and accepted the resignation of another instructor.

Douglas Police Report
October 17, 2009

Cochise County Sheriff’s Office
November 2

Voters still locked out of budget process
PHOENIX — State lawmakers will meet later this month to cut state aid to education — but not to give voters a chance to hike their own taxes to help balance the budget.

Local cost of living drops below national average
According to the ACCRA Cost of Living Index, the cost of living in Cochise County was 2.8 percent lower than the national average in the third quarter of 2009. This is a reversal from the second quarter when the local cost of living was 0.1 percent above the national average. The report, released in October, provides comparative data for 315 urban areas in all 50 states.   

Energy grants awarded
Acting State Director Ernie Wetherbee today announced that Arizona is providing $87,583 in grants for 5 renewable energy and energy efficiency projects under the Rural Energy for America Program.

League of Cities, Towns sue to overturn budget provisions
PHOENIX — The organization that represents cities around the state voted Friday to sue to overturn some provisions in the state budget approved by lawmakers.

‘It’s been an amazing week’
It has been an  amazingly busy week for Ginger Ryan and Chiricahua Community Health Centers.

Goddard takes first step to office
PHOENIX — Attorney General Terry Goddard took the first steps Friday toward making a third bid to become governor.

Award-winning Douglas business attends International Design Conference in San Diego
Susan Kramer recently attended an intensive 5 day design and trade show held in San Diego, California by Interiors by Decorating Den. Billed as the company’s 40th Anniversary annual conference, Susan Kramer had the opportunity to attend a wide range of design classes, and visit with over 500 North American business partners.

Fifty-seven illegal immigrants found in Pirtleville stash house
Douglas Border Patrol  discovered a possible stash house in Pirtleville, Ariz., Friday with 57 illegal aliens hiding in it. 

Border News
CBP officers seize 2 pounds marijuana in purses

As local vaccine supplies increase, swine flu cases plummet
Countywide, more than 15,000 doses of H1N1 vaccine have been distributed to health care providers and the Cochise County Health Department, a public health official said Thursday.

Gas prices continue to increase
According to the Cochise College Center for Economic Research’s latest biweekly survey of gas prices, conducted during the week of November 16, the average price of a gallon of regular unleaded gasoline in Cochise County increased from $2.48 to $2.55 per gallon over the preceding two-week period. According to AAA Arizona, the statewide price increased from $2.58 to $2.60 per gallon. Nationally, according to the Energy Information Administration, gas prices decreased from $2.69 to $2.63 during the two-week period.

Smuggler stopped outside Douglas
On Friday November 13, 2009 the Cochise County Sheriff’s Office was advised of suspicious activity possibly involving drugs in the area of Paul Spur, West of Douglas.  Deputies responded and located a White and Red Bronco that failed to yield when a traffic stop was initiated. After a short pursuit the vehicle crashed outside of Douglas and Deputies apprehended one suspect and recovered 245 pounds of marijuana. The investigation is being continued by the Cochise County Sheriff’sOffice.

Douglas Police Report
November 3, 2009

Best Western opens
The Best Western - Douglas Inn & Suites opened its doors last Thursday. Present at the ribbon cutting are owners T.K. and Paco Patel and their wives a Chandirka (Julie) and Dipti and Paco’s three-month old son Ishan, along with sister Reshma Bhakta. Also present were representatives of the Greater Douglas Chamber of Commerce and Douglas City Council, including Mayor Dr. Michael Gomez and council members Jose Acedo, Margaret Morales and Mitch Lindeman.  For more information on the hotel, see Page A14.

Have breakfast with Santa this Saturday
Have “Breakfast with Santa” this Saturday at the Douglas Elks Lodge, located on 10th Street across from Castro Park.

Cochise County Sheriff’s Report
November 17

State lawmakers cut $300 million, half from education
PHOENIX -- Without a single Democrat in support, state lawmakers agreed Monday to immediately cut $300 million in state spending, half of that from education.

Board moves toward changes for owner-built homes over safety fears
 The county has determined that homes built under the owner-builder opt out code may be less safe than those built by contractors and plan to change the zoning code.

Talks reopen between city, county on PD Building use
Discussion on the potential use of the old Phelps Dodge Mercantile building has been going on for months.

Douglas Light Parade will illuminate 'Santa's Workshop' on Sat.
The City of Douglas Recreation and Parks Division has announced that the theme for this year's Downtown Christmas Light Parade will be “Santa’s Workshop.” The Light Parade will be held on Saturday November 28,  at 7P.M.

Consulate gets Douglas Youth Advocates award
The Mexican Consulate has received a Douglas Youth Advocates Community Award.

New legislative session set for Dec.
Capitol Media Services

Extra $2.1 million eases some pressure for county
BISBEE — A $2.1 million cash carry-forward is finally giving the Cochise County Board of Supervisors and staff some breathing room, at least until the next budget cuts come from state legislators.

Vets Day
Douglas residents young and old turned out by the masses last Wednesday to watch one of the largest parades in recent memory. Over 60 different entries took part in the annual Veteran’s Day parade up G Ave which ended up lasting over 90 minutes. There were U.S. Flags everywhere and many of the floats had signs thanking the veterans, past and present, for their support. The parade was highlighted by a very quick flyover by four F-16 fighter jets from the Arizona Air National Guard’s 162nd Fighter Wing based at Tucson International Airport. Following the parade there was an emotional tribute held at the Douglas Veterans Memorial on 16th Street. Local resident Frankie Zamora played taps on his trumpet while family members of Ernesto Cimarrusti and Isaac Campoy, both of whom lost their lives in Operation Iraqi Freedom, reflect on the memories of their departed loved ones. For more photos see Page A10.

Port expansion a step closer
The Douglas City Council moved closer to resolution of two issues that have confounded them for the last several months – the city pet ordinance and location of the new Port of Entry expansion – but are still faced with questions concerning the future of the Douglas Golf Course restaurant and bar.

Thanksgiving Day run next week - More kids needed
After taking a year off the Thanksgiving Day run is back and just around the corner.

Flu suffers urged to stay home
PHOENIX — The state’s top health official wants businesses to let workers with the flu stay home, even if companies have to pay them.

Sabal no longer involved in recall of Gomez
Natalio Sabal, who took out recall petitions against Douglas Mayor Dr. Michael Gomez several months ago, officially announced he can no longer be involved in that effort.

Douglas councilman also working for city in Mexico
A Douglas City Council member with local business stakes maintains he has no conflict of interest despite also being employed across the U.S-Mexico border for the government of the city of Agua Prieta, Sonora

Special session on budget ongoing in Phoenix
PHOENIX — State lawmakers return to the capitol Tuesday to start whacking away at the $2 billion deficit while altering other laws on real estate foreclosure and Tucson’s Rio Nuevo project.

No down time during summer for Mia Montano, Fernando Dominguez
Summer for many high school students could mean part-time jobs, sleeping in  and staying out late, or just trying to catch up on the things they missed during the school year.

Douglas Police Report
October 25, 2009

Cochise County Sheriff’s Office
November 7-8

Veterans Day Parade biggest one ever
The flyover of four F-16 Fighter jets from Tucson highlighted the Veterans Day Parade up G Ave. last week. Local American Legion officials joked it took them three-years to get clearance (including an okay from the Pentagon) for a three-second fly over. This year’s parade Grand Marshalls SSG Heriberto Eddie Gracia (along with his wife Veronica) and Yolanda Gastelum Nora were honored at the Veterans Day celebration that followed at the Douglas Veterans Memorial. The Douglas Bulldog football team honored not only their coach Dick Keith who is a veteran but also other veterans past and present by stopping along the parade route to shake hands with them and thank them for their service (see related story in sports Things have worked out better than we had hoped). The Cochise County Sheriffs Dept. color guard was one of several color guard units in the parade. This year’s parade had over 60 entries and lasted 90 minutes. Many are calling it the best parade ever in Douglas.

Tree stop draws huge crowds
Hundreds turned out on Saturday afternoon as a National Christmas Tree made a stop in Douglas for the first time. The tree, is enroute to Washington, D.C.

Theater reopens on Friday
The Box Twin Theater’s screens are  dark, but only for a few more days.

Biker gang bust brings arrest in Douglas
A statewide sweep of arrests targeting members of the Hells Angels Motorcycle Club netted one man in Douglas on Thursday.

Toy Drive
The Douglas Fire Department got an assist from the Douglas Chapter of the Arizona Rangers with a donation of toys and food this weekend. The Rangers presented more than 50 toys in addition to 50 pound bags of rice, flour and sugar. The toys will be distributed by the Fire Department at its annual activity on Saturday, December 19, at Castro Park. Pictured, from left, are Arizona Rangers Cap. Chuck Chambers, Lt. Cliff Terrell, Martina Ayala and baby Genesis, Sgt. Eric Weeding, Sgt. Ed Page and Probationer Randy Gearhart.

Public employees must report illegal immigrants
PHOENIX — The Arizona Supreme Court refused late Wednesday to block enactment of a new state law that requires public employees to report illegal immigrants.

U.S. Customs Reports
 DOUGLAS, Arizona —U.S. Customs and Border Protection Officers stopped a marijuana smuggling attempt when a K-9 Team detected marijuana concealed in a deep compartment constructed in the dash area of a vehicle.

Sentencing for drug trafficker set for Feb. 3
BISBEE — A man who was in charge of a significant drug-trafficking organization in Naco, Sonora, will get sentenced next year in federal court in Tucson.

Life given in girlfriend’s death
A Cochise County man was sentenced to life in prison without the possibility of parole on Thursday in Cochise County Superior Court for fatally stabbing his girlfriend near Willcox in 2001.

GOES website now in Spanish
 U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) announced today the Global Online Enrollment System (GOES) web site has been enhanced to facilitate the Trusted Traveler Program application process for Spanish-speaking travelers.

AP man sentenced for bribery of Customs officer
 A Mexican man faces more than six years in federal prison for bribing a U.S. Customs and Border Protection officer.

District begins process to sell bonds, school
The board passed one measure and reviewed another that will put in motion decisions made by voters in the recent November elections.

Wind blows through Douglas southern Arizona
 Southern Arizonans are reeling from a windy night, while northern Arizonans are bracing for more snow.

Arizona Legislature may look at limiting lawsuit awards
PHOENIX — Saying this may be the most business-friendly legislature for years to come, Sen. Jack Harper, R-Surprise, wants to ask voters to let lawmakers limit how much judges and juries can award to accident and malpractice victims.

Firm seeks approval of solar power plants in county
Two special use permits have been requested to construct two 200-watt solar power plants at two different sites in the northeastern part of the county and will be discussed at the Cochise County Planning and Zoning Commission meeting Wednesday.

Sat. wreck
Pirtleville resident Manuela Romero, 60, was injured in a two vehicle accident on Grace Avenue when a white Dodge truck traveling at a high rate of speed struck her 1997 Crown Victoria in the side. The truck contained several illegal immigrants who jumped the border and were attempting to evade authorities. Romero had to be flown out to the hospital following the Saturday accident.

Keeping the roads safe
State Rep. David Schapira, D-Tempe, shows how a motorist previously convicted of drunk driving would have to blow into an ignition interlock to get a vehicle to start. Schapira was one of the prime sponsors of the successful 2007 legislation to require anyone with a DUI conviction to install an interlock on any vehicle they drive. (Capitol Media Services photo by Howard Fischer)

Bar Council now funding free tow for customers
PHOENIX — Bar and restaurant owners who have fought tougher drunken driving laws because it’s bad for business are now helping to fund a pilot program that might allow some of their patrons who drove there to buy more drinks.

Mexican Consul calls for precaution against cold
The Consulate of Mexico in Douglas, Arizona appeals to the general population and especially to the Mexican and Mexican-American community  about the serious drop in temperatures for the next days, due to the arrival of a cold front to Cochise County .

Douglas Police Report
November 20, 2009

Index will rate Cochise County's quality of life
BISBEE — The first phase of a project that was introduced in fall 2005 by the Cochise Community Foundation is completed.

Little, no chance prison closing, says area legislators
There is little to no chance that the Douglas State Prison is going to close.

Second Sierra Vista area resident dies of swine flu
H1N1 has claimed its second victim from the Sierra Vista area.

Thank You packages
Senior and Junior members of the American Legion Auxiliary, Fred Hilburn Unit 11 gathered Sunday at the American Legion to prepare Thank you Packages for our active duty military. Some of the contents included Arizona T-shirt, cool collars, snacks, cosmetic items, personalized Christmas cards and a pocket flag to be carried by the soldiers as they perform their military duties. The pocket flag is folded in a tri-corn shape and has the following message attached with it: A flag for your pocket so you can always carry a piece of home. We are praying for you and are proud of you. Thank you for defending our country and our freedom. The Thank you packages were made possible by the donations Smith was seeking through the the American Legion Auxiliary.

Flu finds a way around medicine
While  there has been a Tamiflu resistance in some H1N1 patients with compromised immune systems, the World Health Organization does not believe it reflects a major change in the virus’ susceptibility to the drug.

Douglas Police Report
November 10, 2009

Brewer willing to keep payday loan companies in Arizona
PHOENIX — Gov. Jan Brewer said Monday today she’s willing to consider legislation to let the payday loan industry remain in business despite a public vote to the contrary.

Parents warned about the toys they buy this Christmas
PHOENIX  An activist group and a pediatrician warned parents Tuesday to be careful what kind of toys they are buying their children for Christmas.

County unemployment stabilizes in October
According to figures released by the Arizona Department of Commerce, Cochise County’s seasonally adjusted unemployment rate stabilized at 7.5 percent in October. Cochise County’s unemployment rate remained the lowest in the state and was considerably below the state and national levels. The statewide unemployment rate in October came in at 9.3 percent, up from 9.1 percent in September. Nationally, the unemployment rate increased from 9.8 to 10.2 percent.

Douglas Light Parade
Photos by Bruce Whetten

State spends faster than revenues coming in
PHOENIX — State spending continues to outpace revenues, paving the way for a deeper deficit even after lawmakers enacted more than $420 million in savings, a new report says.

Community Action mandated to change its assistance process
The Arizona Department of Economic Security has mandated Southeastern Arizona Community Action Program, Inc. to change its current intake/assistance process when providing services for utility, rental, weatherization, utility repair and/or replace and case management services.  Effective November 30, 2009, the following process will be implemented:

Breakfast with Santa
Not everyone was happy to see Santa Claus on Saturday at the annual  “Breakfast with Santa” event sponsored by the Douglas Dispatch and participating merchants. More than 250 parents and children stopped by to enjoy an all-you-can-eat pancake breakfast and say hello to St. Nick.

U.S. Customs Reports
 U.S. Customs and Border Protection Officers stopped a drug smuggling attempt when they seized nearly 27  pounds of marijuana from a 25 year-old man on Thanksgiving morning.

Douglas responds to Thanksgiving Day event
Photos by
Bruce Whetten

State closes MVD offices; Douglas remains open
PHOENIX — Motorists in several Arizona communities are going to soon find themselves without a Motor Vehicle Division office.

Tornado touches down in area
Officials for the National Weather Service have determined that a funnel cloud that appeared Sunday north of Douglas and south of McNeal was in fact a tornado and not a dust devil.

Average county gas price continues to climb
According to the Cochise College Center for Economic Research’s latest biweekly survey of gas prices, conducted during the week of November 30, the average price of a gallon of regular unleaded gasoline in Cochise County increased from $2.55 to $2.60 per gallon over the preceding two-week period. According to AAA Arizona, the statewide price increased slightly from $2.60 to $2.61 per gallon. Nationally, according to the Energy Information Administration, gas prices remain unchanged at $2.63 during the two-week period.

Brewer blasted for attempts to keep payday loans industry alive
PHOENIX  Current and potential political foes of Gov. Jan Brewer are blasting efforts to keep the payday loan industry alive.

Countywide sales continue to struggle
Retail sales, Cochise County’s largest category of taxable sales, were down 7.1 percent in September after adjusting for inflation. In the first nine months of 2009, sales were down 4.3 percent compared to the first nine months of last year. Retail sales were down in 21 of the past 23 months.

City of Douglas new phone numbers
Department    Old Number    New Number

AARP needs volunteers
From February 1 through April 15, AARP Tax-Aide volunteers will provide tax assistance and preparation services at no cost to over two million low and moderate income taxpayers, particularly those ages 60 and older.

Craft bazaar to benefit Adult ed
Approximately 20 vendors of crafts and small home goods will sell their items at a holiday craft bazaar to benefit GED scholarships at Cochise College.

Cowbelle’s celebrate 70th anniversary
Cowbelle Hall in Douglas was the scene of a special celebration on October 17.  Seventy years ago that very day, sixteen ranch women held their first meeting to create an organization to provide a social gathering for ranch women to promote friendship among the wives, daughters and mothers of cattlemen in Southern Cochise County and good-will towards their communities.

Minimize your risk of catching the flu during the holidays
As we approach the holiday season please remember that this is also flu season, and Vaira Harik, Director of the Cochise County Health Department would like to remind everyone that influenza “loves” this time of year.  Both the novel H1N1 virus and the regular seasonal flu will be circulating in our county during the holidays.

Mexican Consulate opens on weekend in Douglas
The Mexican Consulate reported serving many people by opening on Saturday.

State schools could snag another $4 billion in grants
PHOENIX — Arizona’s top school official said Thursday the state has an excellent chance of snagging a share of $4 billion in new federal education grants.

Special art exhibit makes stop in Douglas, Mexico
Negotiations, featuring work by Adriana Y. Gallego, Gabriela Muñoz, and  M. Jenea Sanchez, will explore themes of borders, individualism, and feminism. 

Craft Yourself a Merry Little Christmas
Handmade holiday items bring a unique and personal touch to the season, making the giver and receiver feel special. This year, millions of families will be spending more time together creating low or no-cost crafts such as gifts, cards and decorations. In fact, the Craft & Hobby Association (CHA) estimates that in almost 43 million U.S. households will create handcrafted holiday gifts and decorations this year.

Things To Do
Pearce history takes      spotlight Fri, Sat.

A sweet sweet potato treat
With Thanksgiving ‘round the corner, it’s time to pay homage to the humble tuber we all know and (some of us) love: the sweet potato. It might be the only time of year when we give it any thought at all, but sweet potatoes, according to “The Oxford Companion to American Food and Drink,” are “the sixth principal food crop in the world.”

Cut back on products you don’t really need
As a society, we’re fortunate — so much so that we’ve become gluttonous. Wants and needs have become blurred. We’ve become conditioned to believe we need many things. Some people might even think chocolate is a food group. But in all seriousness, we’ve forgotten that we live in the land of options. Modern life is different from basic life. But many of the convenience products we enjoy have alternatives or aren’t needed at all. Putting your buying decisions into perspective can help you better evaluate your spending. Why are all these small things important? It’s especially helpful if you’re living on a fixed income. You can’t hide from inflation. So what have you grown to rely on?

Celebrity chef Wray to share his talent
 Chef Michael Wray, winner of the first season of the fiery reality cooking show “Hell’s Kitchen,” will share his love of food during four non-credit courses being offered this fall through the Cochise College Center for Lifelong Learning.

Home alone for the holidays
Spending the holidays without family can be lonely. Festivities tend to focus on families being together. Maybe you’re alone for the holidays or are divorced and divide time with your ex-spouse. If you know you’ll be alone or with just your spouse and no other family, start planning now. If you’ve been alone for the holidays, what have you done to celebrate?

Holiday dinner much cheaper
PHOENIX — It may not make up for having to hear Uncle Harold’s war stories for the umpteenth time.

Turkey, the next day (and the next)
You don’t need to consult a psychic to know there is an excellent chance that you will have leftover turkey in your near future. If not the Thanksgiving bird, then one cooked up for the coming winter holidays. This is a good thing.

Best ways to bring out flavor in pork
In 1987, the National Pork Board began touting “The Other White Meat,” in a bid to lure health-conscious Americans to eat more pork. It worked. Which is odd, in a way, because “white meat” — in chicken or turkey — tends to be the driest, least tasty part of the bird. “The Other White Meat” slogan did not conjure up images of juicy pork chops, plump roasts and glistening hams but of ascetic servings of bland, lean meat. And that’s what we’ve gotten: Pork bred to be lean. Which, as any connoisseur of a well-marbled steak will tell you, is not always a good thing.

The haves and the have-nots
I was an easy-to-please child. I would skip from room to room with delight when given a book or notebook. I could spend hours reading and writing down my innermost secrets. I had a stash of about 100 notebooks filled with my thoughts, feelings and discussions I overheard. It never dawned on me that other children were different. I never felt deprived, although, as an adult, I realize I had fewer things than many of my friends.

Enjoy a stress-free, easy and impressive holiday
Whether you've made a number of holiday dinners or not, this coming holiday season is filled with enough challenges for any family. Why not approach the main holiday meal from a more relaxed state of mind? You don't have to be a television food chef to make a dinner that will be memorable - it can be as simple as stuffing your thawed turkey with fresh citrus fruits, brushing on a glaze, and making a few no-stress side dishes to perfectly compliment the meal.

A book for every cook
We all know someone who lives alone and hates to cook for themselves. This holiday, you can present that person with “The Pleasures of Cooking for One” by Judith Jones (Knopf, 2009). Jones is a legendary editor of all manner of food stars — Julia Child, for one. When her husband, Evan, died in 1996, she writes, “I was not sure that I would ever enjoy preparing a meal for myself and eating it alone.” But, she says, “I soon realized that the pleasure that we shared together was something to honor.” Her book is like a choice dinner companion — lively, charming and intelligent.

Festive flair on a shoestring
Stores are flooded with seasonal merchandise. Decorations are bright and shiny, music is playing, and there’s bound to be something that you’re tempted to buy. It takes discipline to walk away without tossing things into your cart. Being aware of your spending means you can enjoy a debt-free holiday. Choosing cheaper alternatives will leave you more money in your holiday budget. How do you decorate on a shoestring?

Swine flu shots will be available to all in county
 With more H1N1 vaccine now available, the Cochise County Health Department says immunizations are planned for all age groups, as long as supplies last.

What you need to know to get the best coverage
Understanding healthcare coverage can be overwhelming. And keeping up with changes in Medicare benefits is no different. For many people, that translates into doing nothing about updating their current coverage.

A homemade cookbook: A gift from the hearth
If your personal economy is still in recovery, you may be looking for ways to dial back the holiday budget. This do-more-with-less routine may be wearing a little thin these days, but it actually has some emotional resonance at holiday time. Well, before the most recent economic downtown/recession/depression, you may have entertained the thought that the winter holidays have gotten out of hand. “Maybe Christmas doesn’t come from a store,” Dr. Seuss’ Grinch famously intoned. “Maybe Christmas ... perhaps ... means a little bit more.” And we know what happened to him: heart growing three sizes, carving the roast beast, toast of Who-ville, etc.

Mexico Consulates in state launch health campaign for winter season
To avoid fatalities, the consulates of Mexico in Arizona released  the Preventive Protection Campaign for the winter 2009-2010.

Food banks struggle to meet demand
 PHOENIX— The hundreds of cars lined up Wednesday for frozen turkeys and bags of food from St. Mary’s Food Bank Alliance were three times the number at the same event last year.

Seven things you hate paying for
Prices keep rising. On some items, it’s a few cents, and on others, it’s even higher. You’ve probably noticed at least one item you buy regularly costs more, or you’re getting less in the package. Sometimes we have easy-to-find alternatives, but there are some rising costs that are harder to avoid. What do you hate spending money on?

N.Y. archbishop takes on the N.Y. Times
Maureen Dowd of The New York Times has long enjoyed flaunting her Catholic schoolgirl pedigree like a badge of honor.

Tips for clergy who must deal with media
The Sunday service had just ended and the Rev. Larry Kroon couldn’t believe what he was seeing.

Lutherans and the worship wars
If members of the Lutheran Church-Missouri Synod have heard it once, they’ve heard their national leaders repeat this mantra a thousand times: “This is not your grandfather’s church.”

LDS Church Sierra Vista Stake conference on Dec. 13; Church leader Christofferson is speaker
SIERRA VISTA – The Sierra Vista Stake of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints will host its semi-annual stake conference at 10 a.m. Dec. 13 at 2100 Yaqui St., Sierra Vista.

Civil disobedience debate
There is nothing new about Christians deciding that, when political push comes to legal shove, they cannot render unto Caesar what they truly believe belongs to God.

Happy Birthday
St. Stephen’s Episcopal Church recently hosted a surprise birthday party and luncheon in honor of Margaret Fagan's 95th birthday.

Abortion not a gray area for Catholic pols
Patrick Kennedy has a remarkable opportunity. The Democrat, a congressman from Rhode Island and the son of the late Sen. Edward M. Kennedy, is currently embroiled in a scandal of his own making. I’d be delighted to be able to write a profile on his “courage” as it plays out.

True story behind ‘The Blind Side’ movie
In the beginning there was “Big Tony” Henderson, whose dying mother urged him to pull his son Steven from a public school on the bad side of Memphis and take him somewhere to get a Christian education.

LDS Church Sierra Vista Stake conference on Dec. 13
SIERRA VISTA – The Sierra Vista Stake of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints will host its semi-annual stake conference at 10 a.m. Dec. 13 at 2100 Yaqui St., Sierra Vista.

Cochise College to host international film series
The Cochise College Art Department announces its 2009-2010 International Film Series, which features a new movie each month in November, January, February, March and April. Films will be shown at 7 p.m. Thursdays in the Andrea Cracchiolo Library on the Sierra Vista Campus and at 7 p.m. Fridays at the Central School Project, 43 Howell Ave., Bisbee. Screenings are free and open to the public. The films include:

Honor Roll
Faras Elementary School

Early Learning Center
Ms. Dalila - Mr. Jesus

College’s lecture series winding down for ’09
Diverse discussions covering everything from sustainable ranching to worldwide slavery are part of the fall 2009 series of free lunch lectures sponsored by the Cochise College Center for Lifelong Learning.

State moving toward offering ‘No Frills’ college degrees
PHOENIX  Arizona is getting a $1.5 million grant as the first step toward establishing “no frills’’ programs within the university system where students will be able to get degrees for less than they now cost.

Art department presents demonstrations, bonfire
The Cochise College Art Department will welcome Cochise County residents at a series of events highlighting the creative work of talented students and special guests.

Living in style on college campus starts in spring
Hammering, nailing and sawing are common sounds at the Cochise College Douglas Campus, with construction teams moving fast to put the final touches on new and renovated buildings that will be available for students starting in January 2010. Registration for spring classes, and a chance to live in the new residence halls and use other new facilities, begins Monday, Nov. 23.

Huber Students of the Month
Huber Middle School recently selected its October Students of the Month.  Pictured, in front, from left, Samantha Torres, Noe Lopez, Erika Romero, Ray Moreno, and Student Council Advisor Mrs. Messersmith.  In the back row, from left, are Esmeralda Mendoza, Assistant Principal Mr. Dunlap, Veronica Dorame, Melissa Lara, Jacob Mapp, Sergio Espinoza, Jesus Valenzuela, Isaac Gutierrez, and Jesus Chavez.

Acclaimed a cappella group leading free master class in Bisbee
Internationally known a cappella group LIBER will lead a free master class on Singing Medieval Music at 5 p.m. Thursday, Nov. 19 at the Central School Project, 43 Howell Ave., Bisbee. Beginning to advanced vocalists are welcome to attend this event, sponsored by Cochise College Cultural Events.

ON WALL STREET
Douglas High School students Jacob Vincent, Sarah Guerrero, Dale Lehman and Olivia Graves decide whether to buy or sell their stock at Junior Achievement of Arizona’s third annual Student Stock Market Challenge, sponsored by ING, Charles Schwab and TruWest Credit Union.  Nearly 300 high school students from all over the Valley participated in the event and competed to see who could grow their mock-stock portfolio and create the highest net worth. 

College to host international film series
The Cochise College Art Department announces its 2009-2010 International Film Series, which features a new movie each month in November, January, February, March and April. Films will be shown at 7 p.m. Thursdays in the Andrea Cracchiolo Library on the Sierra Vista Campus and at 7 p.m. Fridays at the Central School Project, 43 Howell Ave., Bisbee. Screenings are free and open to the public. The films include:

Cochise College students give, serve today, throughout year
It’s common during the holiday season for many of us to become conscious of the need in our communities. This seems the perfect time to share with you the ways that Cochise College students contribute to the quality of life in southern Arizona during the holidays and throughout the year.

College to offer GED on Saturday in January
 

Huber Students of the Month
Huber Middle School recently selected its November Students of the Month. Pictured in the front, from left, are Matthew Arvizu, Benjamin Nieblas, Francisco Baltierrez, Irais Bermudez, Alberto Loreto, Ezekiel Miller, and Melva Gonzalez.  In the back row, from left, areNubia Velasco, Marquis Morales, Joe Salcido, Assistant Principal Mr. Cliff Dunlap, Maria Galaz, and Student Council Advisor Mrs. Carol Messersmith.

College Coat and Toy Drive
Dr. J.D. Rottweiler, right, president of Cochise College, draws the winning raffle ticket sold by members of the Douglas Campus Social Concerns Club in support of the Douglas Fire Department’s holiday coat and toy drive. Half of the proceeds of the raffle went to the fire department, with the rest going to raffle winner Renee McIntire of Bisbee.

State, University employees could end up with IOUs in paycheck in 2010
PHOENIX — State and university employees could wind up with IOUs in their pay envelopes instead of checks in February if the planned sale of state buildings hits a snag, state Treasurer Dean Martin warned Monday.

A bonfire of promethean proportions
First-semester student at Cochise College

Six teens from county earn a trip to D.C.
Six high school juniors will be touring the nation’s capital for a week this summer as winners of Sulphur Springs Valley Electric Cooperative’s 30th annual Washington Youth Tour competition. 

Cochise College Events
Wednesday, Dec. 2

Bookmobile Schedule
December is “Read a New Book Month”!   The perfect place to start celebrating is on the Cochise County Bookmobile.  Stop in at any of our 43 bookmobile stops and pick up a book, audiobook, or DVD for everyone in the family.  For a map of bookmobile stops, visit  http://cochise.lib.az.us.  For more information call the Cochise County Library District, at 800-231-1574 or 520-432-8930.

College to offer GED on Saturday in January
 

Douglas students attend Nevada meet for DECA
Douglas High School is among hundreds of schools from 14 western states and territories who attended the Western Region Leadership Conference which is designed to develop leadership skills in students who are pursuing careers in marketing and management.

Tune in to Cochise College for music performances
 

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