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Chiricahua Community Health Centers wins “Arizona Big Shots Award”
Chiricahua Community Health Centers, Inc. received the “Arizona Big Shots” award at the annual TAPI dinner in Phoenix on May 18th at the Phoenix Country Club.

Officers Stop Juvenile from Smuggling Ammo
U.S. Customs and Border Protection officers stopped an illegal exportation of 9MM ammunition when they stopped a 17-year-old girl and checked her hand bag.

Ward 1 Town Hall tonight
Ward 1 Councilwoman Margaret Morales and the City of Douglas Neighborhood Partnership program is hosting the fiirst of a series of Town Halls tonight, Wednesday, June 30.

COMPUTERS WERE DESTROYED IN THE FIRE
Black smoke filled the air Friday afternoon as crews from the Douglas Fire Dept. battled a shed fire in the 2800 Block of 15th

Special section honoring
troops inside today
SST. Joaquin Lopez of Douglas spends some quiet

Fireworkswill
light up sky on
theweekend
celebration
Fireworks will light up the Douglas sky this weekend a the community celebrates

Despite cuts, school tax rate up slightly
Despite budget cuts, both the primary and secondary tax rates are expected to increase slightly, according to the budget report provided to the Douglas Unified School District Governing Board.

Have scanner, Will travel
The Old Pearce Preservation Association (O.P.P.A.) in conjunction with the Sunsites Memory Project is actively seeking photographs of Old Pearce circa 1895 to the 1960s, and Sunsites from its inception to the present for an Arcadia publication in its Images of America book series.

Hiring freeze creates more work for many
Almost every department head the county Board of Supervisors have talked with in budget discussions has described the stress caused by the hiring freeze.

More and more produce at the Merdade
THIS SATURDAY AT THE DOUGLAS MERCADO, 7-3-2010

Turnover, program cuts are big concerns for Cochise County Sheriff's Department
County Sheriff Larry Dever is keeping his fingers crossed that a COPS Hiring Recovery Program grant will add to his staff of deputies.

Autopsy reveals Krentz shot several times
The Cochise County Attorney’s Office released the autopsy report last week with almost half of the information redacted. The exact injuries to Krentz are not clear at this time.

Three diplomas, one goal
Armando F. Romero, a Douglas resident and 2004 Douglas High School graduate, recently graduated from the U.S. Army National Guard in Fort Jackson, S.C. May 20, 2010.

Lions money help with eyeglasses for kids, seniors
The Douglas Lions Club has received a grant from WalMart for the community for its seventh straight year.

Tapernoux honored at Stanford
Camila Alicia Tapernoux has received the Stanford Class of 2010 Award of Excellence.

Council shoots down border security resolution
A flashpoint is created anytime someone mentions the Arizona-Mexico border and security in the same sentence during a Douglas City Council meeting.

Cochise College assistant moves to NAU
Former Cochise College assistant basketball coach Jay Collins has been named the assistant coach for the Northern Arizona men’s basketball program, Head Coach Mike Adras announced Friday.

Sheriff's Office captures man wanted in shooting incident
On Saturday June 5, at approximately 2 pm, the Cochise County Sheriff’s Office was advised of a shooting incident that had just occurred in the area of Apache Pass Road and Happy Camp Canyon near Bowie Arizona, east of Willcox.

Cochise County Sheriff's Office Reports
June 5-6

Douglas Police Reports
June 1

Summer can be dangerous time for pets
It is that time again the Southern Arizona Humane Society will be in town on June 24 and 25• They offer a Low Cost Spay/Neuter and Vaccination Clinic to area pet owners. You can call (520)803-7385 or (520) 881-0221.for information.

Recycling program could raise $1 million for county during fiscal year
Can the county’s recycling effort bring in more than $1 million next year? Thanks to the many participants in Cochise County, the short answer is “yes.”

Grand Theatre reconstruction moving in right direction
The Grand Theater is taking a step in the right direction.

Legion Riders now in Douglas
Vets helping vets is the goal of the American Legion Riders.

Rotellini vies for Attorney General post
Felecia Rotellini might not be from state but she is all about helping the people of Arizona in her campaign for Attorney General.

Movies in the Park stand alone
City residents gather to enjoy the cool evening and a movie.

Customs add
CBP Officers Seize Fraudulent Pinatas

City magistrate gets two-year extension
Alma Vildosola, who is up for election as Justice of the Peace, got some early job security as the Douglas City Council approved a two-year extension for her to serve as City Magistrate.

Mission yet unclear, but locals hope National Guard will help
By Larry Blaskey and Natalie Lakosil

19 jobs slashed by DUSD to balance 2010-11 budget
Ray Borane is standing firm on his salary demands. He only wants another dollar.

ROAD CONSTRUCTION
The City of Douglas continues work on various projects. This work is being completed by the Department of Public Works and is part of the Mayor’s and Council’s ongoing infrastructure improvement program.

Staff and families celebrate EMS week
Local Emergency Medical Services staff and their families gathered May 19, for an annual dinner and presentation in recognition of EMS week May 16 to 22.

Felon attempts to enter U.S.
U.S. Customs and Border Protection officers apprehended an undocumented alien that was attempting to enter the U.S. illegally. Through further investigation CBP officers learned that the undocumented alien was an Aggravated Felon for the possession and the selling of dangerous drugs and the hiring of a minor in the drug offense.

COCHISE COUNTY SHERIFF'S OFFICE
May 26

DOUGLAS POLICE REPORT
May 24

College inviting public to open house at solar energy facility
Cochise College will host an open house for a new photovoltaic facility on the Douglas Campus at 8:30 a.m. Thursday, June 24. The event is open to the public.

Sports Madness Tourney highlight Independence Day weekend activities
Two days of fun, food and entertainment will highlight the Fourth of July festivities at Veterans Memorial Park in Douglas.

Its showtime for Suzette Robeson
Suzette Robeson is only 19, and that hasn't stopped her from being one of the youngest business owners in southeastern Arizona.

CBP Officers seize crystal methamphetamine at Douglas Port
U.S. Customs and Border Protection officers stopped a drug smuggling attempt when they seized nearly 39 pounds of crystal methamphetamine concealed inside a non factory compartment built into the fire wall of a vehicle.

On June 11, CBP officers were screening traffic coming from Mexico. The officers selected a Ford SUV for inspection. The vehicle was being driven by a 32-year-old man from Agua Prieta, Sonora, Mexico. With the assistance of a narcotics detection K-9 team the officers discovered the fire wall inside the engine compartment had been altered and was being used to smuggle packages of crystal meth. The total weight of the drug was nearly 39 pounds with an estimated street value of $1.7 million.

Judge rules incumbent meets requirements to run as Justice of the Peace candidate
BISBEE �” A Cochise County Superior Court judge ruled Thursday that a candidate for Justice of the Peace Precinct 2 was unable to prove her opponent does not met qualifications to seek re-election.

County officials issue a plea for help from feds
“The time for trips to Washington, D.C., are over. If we want to have any meaningful discussion about the problem, they need to come here. It’s time those folks in Washington got serious.”

Candidates for
judicial seats
announced by
county officials
The Cochise County Department of Elections recently announced the candidates running for county judicial seats in the area.

Fire Fighter of year honored
Douglas Fire Department Engineer Paramedic Joseph Alvarez was named the DFD Firefighter of the Year for 2010.

Many puzzled about impact of SB 1070
Following are thoughts and quotes from local and federal leaders concerning the deployment of National Guard troops, the relationship of Mexico and United States and continued drug smuggling and violence on both sides of the border.

Former resident seeks Attorney General post
Vince Rabago, who grew up in Douglas, turned in 3,500 more names than necessary to get on the August primary ballot for state Attorney General, but he told supporters it will still be an uphill climb to a November win.

Douglas Council reviews budget
The Douglas Finance Committee working in concert with city staff presented the Douglas City Council a balanced budget for the second straight year with no layoffs or forced furloughs.

City wants to charge for park, facilities use
It could cost you $20 to make sure you have a ramada at a city-run park for your child’s next birthday.

Legion Auxiliary Jrs. earn money to head to state convention
The American Legion Auxiliary Junior’s are headed to the state convention in Glendale this week to sharpen their leadership and service skills.

6-16 art pix
Local artist Juanita Jones displays here stitching ability at the Gallery.

Despite state cuts, city tax rate expected to drop
The Douglas City Council tentatively approved an overall budget of $46.5 million, but only slightly more than $12.5 million will cover the General Fund.

Hoyack selected as People-to-People Student leader
Hoyack has been accepted into the People to People Leadership Summit in Columbia University-New York, N.Y. and George Washington University- Wash. D.C., June 15-24. He was nominated and accepted for the honor based on outstanding scholastic merit, civic involvement and leadership potential.

Vildolola's residency questioned
A residency challenge has been raised again against incumbent Justice of the Peace Alma Vilodosola by Republican candidate Alice Novoa-Benson.

DUI task force cite 63 on Memorial Day weekend
During the Memorial Day holiday weekend members of the Southeastern Arizona DUI Task Force conducted a detail throughout Cochise County. Officers from the Sheriff’s Office, Sierra Vista Police Department, Arizona Department of Public Safety, Douglas Police Department, and Willcox Police Department participated and provided the following results:

Rec Center full of activity
The Douglas Recreation Center has kicked off its annual youth summer program held June 7-30.

GI Joe invades Douglas for movies at the Veterans Park
Grab your blankets and lawn chairs, “Movie in the Park” is coming to Veterans Memorial Park on Eighth Street on Friday, June 18 at 7:30 p.m..

Consulate of Mexico extends service appointments by phone
As of Monday, June 7th, people who want to process their passport or consular ID card at the Consulate of Mexico in Douglas, Arizona, will be able to schedule an appointment by calling toll-free from any part of Mexico.

Legion Auxiliary Juniors headed to state convention
The American Legion Auxiliary Junior’s are headed to the state convention in Glendale this week to sharpen their leadership and service skills.

'Still have a long way to go,' says McCain, Kyl about border security
U.S. Senators John McCain and Jon Kyl visited the Douglas border this weekend to discuss border security and to hold a town hall meeting with the public.

Bisbee rejects Douglas request for border solidarity
The Bisbee City Council declined a request from Douglas Mayor Michael Gomez to support a resolution asking the federal government to secure the border with Mexico.

Sheriff office seeking man in connection with shooting incident
On Saturda,y June 5, at approximately 2 pm, the Cochise County Sheriff’s Office was advised of a shooting incident that had just occurred in the area of Apache Pass Road and Happy Camp Canyon near Bowie Arizona, east of Willcox. The Sheriff’s Office was advised that two Bureau of Land Management Officers were traveling in Happy Canyon Camp when they observed a white pick up truck driving in the same area. The Officers advised that when they turned around behind the vehicle, it pulled over to the side of the road and a white male subject exited the vehicle, pointed a rifle at them and fired at least two times before getting back into the vehicle and leaving the scene. Neither agent was injured and they began following the vehicle which had turned around coming back towards them before they returned fire at the vehicle and driver. It is unknown if the driver was injured as he fled the scene back towards Happy Camp Canyon. BLM Officers followed the vehicle back towards the canyon and called the Sheriff’s Office for assistance.

Border Security: Linking words to action
During a recent press conference with Mexican President Felipe Calder�“n, President Obama expressed his “frustration over our broken immigration system.” He has said he supports a comprehensive approach to reform where “the federal government takes its responsibilities for securing our border seriously.” In a May, Homeland Security Secretary Janet Napolitano wrote in the Arizona Republic that the Obama “administration has made every conceivable effort to secure our border.”

Border Patrol seeks local input
The U.S. Border Patrol Mobile Storefront came to Douglas June 3 and 4 to help connect with community members.

Merchants invited to be part of 'Goody bag'
The little league state championships will be held in Douglas July 19 to 30.

Border expert says Operation Streamline program ‘misdirected’
BISBEE �” Operation Streamline continues to criminalize some illegal immigrants in the Border Patrol’s Tucson Sector, but one border expert does not believe the program is effective.

New attorney ready to defend Douglas clients
There is a new attorney in town.

Wells Fargo begins collection drive for Arizona food banks
Wells Fargo is conducting a summer food drive in Arizona to collect donations for food banks, July 15 to 31. The event is the only statewide food drive held in Arizona �“ with collection bins in all 261 Community Banking stores throughout the state.

Recession is over
Robert Carreira, director of the Cochise College Center for Economic Research, has good news about the recession: He says it's over.

Francisco and Bernardo are top dogs
Francisco and Bernardo Villa say they have the top dogs in town.

Douglas adds a 'Good Neighbor' -- State Farm
Douglas has gained a new neighbor.

Local sales show continued strength
In March, sales across the major industries were up in most areas of Cochise County. Countywide, restaurant and bar sales were up 3.1 percent in March, the second consecutive month of growth following two months of decline. Sales have been up in 10 of the most recent 17 months.

Variety of produce, plants continue to grow
THIS SATURDAY AT THE DOUGLAS MERCADO, 6-19-2010

Second meeting on revitalizing downtown on June 22
On Tuesday, June 22, 2010, the City of Douglas is asking residents and businesses to attend a workshop and share their ideas about revitalizing downtown.

Bringing art to Douglas
The Douglas Art Gallery is hosting a membership show this month at its gallery.

Pet clinic June 24, 25
Low Cost Spay/Neuter and Vaccination Clinic, Douglas Animal Shelter/Animal Health Care Center, 2017 Rogers Avenue in Douglas.

Medicare and the new health care law: Separating fact from fiction
Many seniors recently received a brochure from Health and Human Services Secretary Kathleen Sebelius about Medicare and the new health-care law. The pamphlet purports to provide “accurate information about the new services and benefits to help you and your family now and in the future.”

Flag Day celebration at the Douglas Mercado
THIS SATURDAY AT THE DOUGLAS MERCADO, 6-12-2010

Church gets a new look
Even church buildings need a little love once in a while.

Vacation Bible School begins July 5
Faith Ministries Church is offering free breakfast and lunch June 1 through July 31.

Fun time during St. Luke's Fiesta
St. Luke’s Catholic Church held its annual Summer Fiesta this past weekend at a lot across from the church.

Board hires Lopez as Asst. Superintendent
The Douglas Unified School District Governing Board selected two more candidates for Superintendent.

Faras Elementary Honor Roll
Fourth Nine Weeks

Cochise College students ride into logistics careers
Students in the new logistics degree program at Cochise College recently got a first-hand view of what industry life is about - from the locomotive engineer’s seat. San Pedro and Southwestern Railroad, a short-line railroad running from Benson to St. David, hosted a group of first-year students to showcase the two most important aspects of logistics jobs - safety and customer service.

College to introduce new solar facility to public
Cochise College will host an open house for a new photovoltaic facility on the Douglas Campus at 8:30 a.m. Thursday, June 24. The event is open to the public.

Cochise College campuses to have armed security
The Sierra Vista and Douglas campuses of Cochise College will have armed security personnel next year, following a unanimous vote by the governing board in a meeting on Tuesday, though the majority of the guards will still be unarmed.

Obama must convince public he'll cut debt
Clearly, there's a need for the federal government to pivot from deficit spending to create jobs, to deficit reduction to contain the national debt. But when?

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