Raul Montano, a sophomore at Douglas High School, does a unique form of art, “Spray Art.”

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Pirtleville family displaced by fire needs help
Although Maricela Lerma and her five boys have received the promise of help by several church groups and community members, the family, who lost their Pirtleville home in a fire April 29 still needs the good will of the people to bounce back from the situation they find themselves in these days.

DUSD Board hires 3 new principals
In order to support the Douglas Bulldogs in their home state playoff game the Douglas School Board adjusted its meeting from 5:30 p.m. May 1 to 7 a.m.

Bees invade La Perilla Estates
Residents at the La Perilla Estates had some unwelcomed visitors Tuesday, May 8 when a swarm of bees decided to invade a residence in the area.

Mother’s Day Cake Auction Sunday
For the 49th consecutive year, the Douglas Association for Retarded Citizens will held its Mother’s Day Cake Auction on Sunday, May 13 starting at 1 p.m. at the Gadsden Hotel.

Job Assistance at the Douglas Public Library
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Lindemann retains Council Seat for Ward 2
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Huish returns to city council
After a couple of months being away from his seat for health reasons, councilmember for Ward 5 Ivan Huish returned for the Mayor and Council regular meeting for the month of May.

DUSD Board approves budget revisions
The Douglas School Board of Education approved the final revisions to the 2011/2012 District Annual Expenditure budget at special meeting May 8.

A sweet tradition
With over 170 cakes auctioned and with the help of over 85 volunteers, the Douglas Association for Retarded Citizens was able to raise $23,300 through the 49th Annual Mother’s Day Cake Auction, celebrated at the Gadsden Hotel’s Lobby on Sunday, May 13.

County rancher must pay punitive damages
Howard Fischer
Capitol Media Services

Hail invades Douglas
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Three Valedictorians for Valley Union High School
ELFRIDA - For their outstanding GPA and academic grades, leadership skills, and commitment toward the groups they were involved to, Breanna Watkins, Cassandra Jane Cornforth and Jace Luzania have been chosen as Valedictorians for Valley Union High School’s Class of 2012.

DUSD looks into budget at board meeting
The Douglas School Board of Education held a four hour board meeting May 15, 90 minutes of which was spent in study session for the budget.

Chamber focuses on getting new members
The Greater Douglas Chamber of Commerce focused on getting ideas from members to invite more businesses to become a member at the monthly membership meeting held on Thursday, May 17 at the DUSD.

DHS Commencement to honor 3 Valedictorians
Douglas High School will honor three Valedictorians and one Salutatorian at its graduation Friday night.

Douglas man held in child molestation case
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Faras, Sarah Marley third graders meet their Pen-Pal
After one year of being writing reciprocally, Third grade students from Faras and Sarah Marley Elementary Schools met each other at the Aquatic Center on May 14.

Valley Union High School says farewell to Class of 2012
With an emotional, joyful ceremony and surrounded by family and friends, 39 seniors said goodbye to Valley Union High School on Friday, May 25 at the school’s gymnasium.

Douglas High School graduates 270
Thousands of people packed into Armando DeLucas Stadium Friday for Douglas High School’s graduation ceremony that saw 270 seniors receive their diplomas.

Douglas couple convicted of money laundering and AHCCS fraud
Bruce Whetten

Douglas Dispatch

Local teen recovering in Tucson
A local teenager is in a Tucson hospital recovering from her injuries last Wednesday afternoon.

Author writing book about the Douglas Glider
An author, writing a book about a plane called the Douglas Glider, was in town recently looking for additional information on the plane.

ADOT seeks to start dialogue with local businesses
The Arizona Department of Transportation (ADOT) met with some of the Greater Douglas Chamber of Commerce representatives on Thursday, May 31 to start a communication effort to let local businesses know about what the future holds for state transportation and to look for ways to work together make the system better.

State sued over AHCCCS copayments
PHOENIX -- A public interest law firm is suing the state over what it says are illegal copayment requirements of some health care recipients.

City of Douglas replaces mobile home for local family
The Samaniego family can be sure of something and that is they can live in better conditions now thanks to their new home.

Area Firefighters battle structure fire
Crews from the Douglas Fire Department responded with two trucks and a half dozen firefighters to a structure fire shortly before noon Monday, in the 2300 block of Rogers Ave. The fire was reported by a nearby neighbor, the structure was full of bees, which were spayed with foam killing them. It was contained within a matter of minutes. Both CCSO and DPD where at the scene to assist. The cause of fire is unknown and remains under investigation.

McDonald’s Grand Opening draws hundreds
McDonald’s staff showed their appreciation to the Douglas community with the official grand Re-Opening of the store celebrated on Sunday, May 6, after it went through a renovation process from March 4 to April 16.

Elfrida’s May Festival helps celebrate Mother’s Day
Saturday, May 12 marked the Seventh Annual May Festival celebration in Elfrida.

May magic “Star Wars” with Dance Centre West
The 18th annual recital from Dance Centre West is all set and ready to present this year May Magic “Star Wars” at the Douglas High School James Brendan Auditorium on May 20 at 4 p.m.

Arciniega to compete at State Pageant
Miss Jiselle Arciniega, age 5 has been chosen as a State Finalist in the National American Miss Arizona Pageant, to be held June 23 at the Doubletree Paradise Valley Resort in Scottsdale.

Consulate welcomes new Deputy Consul
The Mexican Consulate in Douglas has appointed Oscar Francisco Holguin as the new Deputy Consul in Douglas this month, after former Deputy Consul Raul Grijalva was transferred to another location in Texas.

Wal-Mart helps C.M.N. with Jail-a-thon
With the intention of raising money for the Children’s Miracle Network, Wal-Mart Supercenter in Douglas held a Jail-a-thon on Friday, May 18 starting at 10 a.m. and finishing several hours later.

Faras hosts Family Fun Fest
On May 17th the PTSO hosted a Family Fun Fiesta for the families and students at Faras Elementary in Pritleville.

Summer activities at the Library to start Friday
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Veterans remembered at Memorial Day ceremony
The Douglas American Legion held its annual ceremony Monday at Calvary Cemetery honoring those who have paid the ultimate sacrifice for our country.

Gemma’s Dance Studio presents First Annual Recital
With a display of technique, different styles and a very enthusiastic spirit Gemma’s Dance Studio presented its very first own annual Dance Recital “Every Day I’m Shuffling”, at the James Brendan High School Auditorium on May 19.

Summit Life Center is now open
For Douglas High School Class of 1977 Alumni Michael Rochin coming back and helping in any possible way the Douglas community has always been a personal goal. And now he has been given the opportunity to do so.

16th annual Car Show a success
Thanks to the support of car owners, local and regional businesses and general public the 16th annual Car Show by the Douglas Street Rods was once again a big success on May 27 at Castro Park.

Cochise College nursing students awarded scholarships
Shar Porier
Wick News Service

Cochise College holds record graduation ceremony in Sierra Vista
SIERRA VISTA— Draped in black caps and gowns, the hundreds of Cochise College students who stepped up to receive their diplomas on Friday night were nearly indistinguishable from one another, except for their footwear, which was as diverse as the journeys that brought them each to that stage.

Luna gets acceptance from Berklee College of Music
Douglas High School Class of 2008 alumni Michael Luna, currently study at Pima Community College in Tucson, will pursue the Bachelor of Music Degree with a Major in Engineering Production in Music at Berklee College of Music in Boston MA, after receiving the acceptance from the board of trustees this month.

Local Organizations Participate in FEMA Exercise
Local Douglas organizations participated in a full scale exercise on Wednesday May 09. This was the fourth exercise in a series of emergency preparedness exercises conducted in Douglas.

23 graduate from FLI
On May 12, 23 Family Leadership Institute participants and their families gathered at the Joe Carlson Multi-Purpose Room for a completion ceremony which marked the end to four months of training.

DHS student receives National Honor
The National Society of High School Scholars (NSHSS) announced that Douglas High School student Julian Gonzalez has been selected for membership. The announcement was made by NSHSS Founder and Chairman Claes Nobel, a senior member of the family that established the Nobel Prizes.

DHS students recognized at awards night
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Sarah Marley “Fills the Boot”
Throughout the month of May, students of local elementary schools have had the opportunity to help other children (kids helping kids) in their fight against Muscular Dystrophy.

Liberty Traditional Saddleback holds first graduation
Nineteen kindergarten students at Liberty Traditional Saddleback Charter School held their first graduation May 23.

Omega Alpha Academy graduates 10
With pride and joy Omega Alpha Academy presented a group of 10 high school graduates on May 23 at the Golf Course Country Club Hall.

Demond Williams named Athletic Supervisor for fhree Arizona charter school systems
Former Michigan State special teams football player Demond Williams has been dedicated to family, character and football his entire life. This year, he is sharing his inspiring and well-rounded experience with hundreds of elementary and junior high school students across Arizona, as Athletic Supervisor for La Paloma Academy in Tucson, Heritage Elementary School in Glendale and Williams, and Liberty Traditional Charter School in Phoenix and Douglas.

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