The Arizona Department of Transportation will continue work on US 191B – known locally as Pan American Avenue - in Douglas this week as crews stripe and mark the newly repaved section of highway near the Douglas Port of Entry.

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California man busted at Douglas port for smuggling 8.5 gallons of liquid meth
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Ramos honored at board meeting
Douglas School Board President Mario Ramos was honored by his fellow board members at the Dec. 4 regular meeting.

Presentation made by Cochise College at chamber luncheon
A presentation by Cochise College Lifelong Learning Director Larry Catten was presented at the Douglas Chamber of Commerce luncheon on Dec. 6.

City Council meeting tonight
The Douglas City Council will hold its regular monthly meeting tonight at 6 p.m. in the council chambers at City Hall.

Breakfast with Santa Saturday
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Local doctor comes home
After spending three months in Southwest Asia, Copper Queen Medical Center’s Dr. Panayiotis A. Ellinas returned home on Sept. 20.

Douglas’ healthcare future discussed at joint meeting
On Nov. 19 Douglas Mayor Danny Ortega Jr. and members of the City Council meet with representatives from Southeast Arizona Medical Center (SAMC) in a joint work session at the Douglas Visitor’s Center.

U.S. and Mexican border mayors meet in Douglas
In a closed door meeting held at the City Douglas Visitors Center on Dec. 7, participating mayors, seven from Mexico and four from Cochise County, sought common ground on topics ranging from promoting tourism in Sonora, Mexico, and Cochise County to border crossings.

Regional border mayors hold second of three planned meetings
BISBEE — Mayors from the region gathered earlier this month for a second time to discuss issues of importance along the U.S.-Mexico border.

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 and Council’s ongoing infrastructure improvement program.

Superintendent addresses safety concerns within the district
Anticipating that students and parents may have questions and concerns of security at Douglas Unified School District schools, after the mass shooting at Sandy Hook Elementary School in Newtown, Conn., Superintendent Sheila Rogers posted a message on the district website last week.

CBP officers intercept $91,000 in marijuana
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DPD Reports
Garcia, Steven Hashim, 29, was arrested at the us port of entry for theft of means of transportation. Garcia was transported to the Cochise County jail.

New road signs follow state law
BISBEE — If you have seen new road signs in Cochise County with white printing on a blue background and wondered why the change, it is because of new state regulations on street signage.

Enjoying wintry fun
Youth in Douglas had two opportunities to visit with Santa Claus over the weekend.

CEO talks about hospitals financial situation
As health care questions in Douglas continue to swirl Southeastern Arizona Medical Center (SEAMC) continues to struggle financially.

Council approves cost of living adjustment
The Dec. 12 city council meeting held at City Hall started off with a few presentations.

DOC Pagago unit gives back
On Dec. 12 the Department of Corrections Papago Unit inmates donated $742 to the Douglas Fire Department’s for Toys for Tots program.

Former Douglas resident receives honors for the 40 under 40
On Dec. 13 Andrea Leon Foster, 37, daughter of Hector and the late Gloria Leon and Bertha and Frank Morales of Douglas, was presented an award for the 40 under 40.

County gathers task force to discuss 2012 elections
BISBEE — The 2012 election cycle had a few snafus that slowed things down, so, Cochise County Administrator Mike Ortega and Elections Director Juanita Simmons gathered precinct committee members, observers and poll workers to talk about what happened and what to do to make the process more efficient.

New weigh station for Douglas Port of Entry
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County not spared effects of recession
The national recession began in December 2007 and ended in June 2009. Cochise County, although somewhat buffered by Fort Huachuca and associated high levels of federal spending, was impacted along with the rest of the state and nation. Although declines locally weren’t as steep as those statewide, the state economy began recovering earlier and has generally seen stronger rebounds.

Last snow fall of 2012 in Douglas
Douglas residents enjoy the last snow fall of 2012.

Attorney General suggests armed principals
PHOENIX — Calling it a compromise between extremes, Attorney General Tom Horne on Wednesday proposed training and arming the principal or other top administrator at every public school.

Without permits, Mexico can confiscate your car
SIERRA VISTA — People who travel by car to certain tourist destinations in northern Mexico need to make sure they have the necessary permits for their vehicle or they could face some stiff consequences.

DPD Reports
Johns, Melanie Marie, 24, was arrested at the 1500 block of 8th St. for dosl. Johns was cited and released.

Volunteers wanted for SEAGO program
The SEAGO Area Agency on Aging is currently recruiting for volunteers for the State Health Insurance Assistance Program (SHIP).

AARP needs tax volunteers
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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 and Council’s ongoing infrastructure improvement program.

New board members to be sworn in Jan. 8
Natalio Sabal, Douglas’ newly elected school board member and incumbents Mike Ortega and Susan Kramer will all be sworn into their school board seats at the Jan. 8 meeting which will start at 5:30 p.m. in the board room of the administration building on 12th Street.

Santa Claus makes appearance at the Pirtleville Fire Department
The Pirtleville Fire Department held their annual Children’s Christmas Party on Dec. 22; the event was a huge success.

Border Patrol arrests man wanted for murder
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Inmates give back to the community
The Arizona State Prison Complex Douglas inmate workers learn new skills while they give back to the community in a positive way.

Ysea’s pretrial set for January 25
A pretrial hearing is set for the murder of Guillermo Cruz on January 25.

Cox cable Channel 13 KOLD off the air
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Years after they became mandatory, employment checks are spotty
WASHINGTON – Five years after it took effect and more than year after it was upheld by the U.S. Supreme Court, an Arizona law requiring that businesses check the citizenship of every new hire is often disregarded and rarely enforced.

Notice to the Public
This notice is being published to notify the public that the City of Douglas intents to apply for funding assistance from the USDA, Rural Development for development of the Bay Acres Colonia Sewer Expansion.

Gas price continues free fall
According to the latest survey by the Cochise College Center for Economic Research, conducted December 10—14, the average price of a gallon of regular unleaded gasoline in Cochise County fell from $3.54 to $3.44 over the preceding two-week period. According to AAA Arizona, the statewide price dropped from $3.38 to $3.22. Nationally, according to the Energy Information Administration, the price declined from $3.44 to $3.35.

DHS Spiritline to hold Christmas program
On Dec. 14, Spike and the Douglas High School Spiritline present Christmas Dreams. The Christmas program will be held at the DHS auditorium at 5 p.m. and 7 p.m.

Chiricahua Gallery Holiday Show underway in Rodeo
The Chiricahua Gallery Holiday Show runs through January 5 2013.

BofA makes donation to local food banks
Bank of America donated 52 turkeys to local food banks on Dec. 6. The Bank of America Charitable Foundation donated $800 to the Douglas regional area.

Standalone pic: Local car club holds toy drive
Douglas Viejitos Car Club held a toy drive on Dec. 1, for the children at the House for Hope. Members from Phoenix, Tucson and New Mexico participated in the event. Pictured top row from left to right, Jesus Robles, Mark Fox (Tucson chapter), Monica Rivera (Tucson chapter), Arturo Romero (Tucson chapter), Frank Cornejo (Douglas chapter), Frank Rodriguez (Douglas chapter), Daniel Fierro (New Mexico chapter), Richi Lopez (Douglas chapter), Notosha Ontiveros (Phoenix chapter), Fernando Ontiveros (Phoenix chapter). Bottom row left to right. Adam Hernandez Jr., Adam Hernandez, Anthony Rodriguez, Gerardo Reyes Jr., Gerardo Reyes, Victor Ontiveros and Ellyanna Ontiveros.

Cochise County Historical Society conducts annual meeting
On Sunday, Dec. 2 the Cochise County Historical Society held their annual meeting at the historic Gadsden Hotel.

City of Douglas presents Douglas on ice, a December to remember
The City of Douglas in collaboration with the Douglas Fire Department and Cochise College bring you a weekend full of fun and Christmas joy.

Pirtleville Fire Department Christmas party Dec. 22
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DFD food and toy drive underway
The Douglas Fire Department’s annual food and toy drive is underway. The DFD is accepting any new unwrapped toys, jackets or canned goods. They will be at Food City this Saturday from noon to 5 p.m. Pictured above representatives from Food City present the DFD with gift certificates. Pictured above are, from left to right, Lt. Matt King, Ricky Luna, Food City baker Jesus Alarcon , Food City Manager Martin Mendoza, DFD Fire Chief Mario Novoa and firefighter Silverio Yanez. Items may also be dropped off at the fire station on 10th Street.

AARP needs tax volunteers
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Weight Watchers meeting Dec. 20
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Faras holds Christmas program
Faras Elementary hosted a Christmas program on Dec. 18. The cafeteria was full of family and friends waiting to see their children perform.

La Solana celebrates Christmas
Residents at the La Solana Care and Rehab Center on San Antonio Ave. were treated to a Christmas party Friday.

Chiricahua Gallery Holiday Show underway in Rodeo
The Chiricahua Gallery Holiday Show runs through January 5 2013.

Toys for Tots donation
Agents from the U.S. Customs and Border Protection Office stopped by the Douglas Fire Department Friday to drop off some toys for the Douglas Fire Department's Toys for Tots Program. Pictured above are, left to right, Norma Galindo and Douglas Fire Chief Mario Novoa, CBPO officer Alex Almaguer, CBPO officer Albert Macias and CBPO Supervisor Maribel Guido. The CBPO officers donated bikes, toys and jackets which will be handed out this holiday season to needy families around Douglas.

Spike and Spikette bring Christmas cheer
On Dec. 14, Douglas High School Spiritline along with Spike and Spikette presented Christmas Dreams. The Christmas program was held at the DHS auditorium with two showings at 5 p.m. and 7 p.m.

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 and Council’s ongoing infrastructure improvement program.

Schools hold Christmas programs
Both Clawson Elementary and Stevenson Elementary Schools held Christmas programs last week. Clawson’s third, fourth and fifth grade students held their program on Dec 20.

Community blood drive Jan. 9
Douglas Dispatch

Notice to the Public
This notice is being published to notify the public that the City of Douglas intents to apply for funding assistance from the USDA, Rural Development for development of the Bay Acres Colonia Sewer Expansion.

Douglas Posada Sunday
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Huber Middle School 8th Grade Honor Roll
8th Grade

Valley Union High School Superintendent receives award
On Dec. 13 at the Biltmore Conference Center in Phoenix, Superintendent of the Valley Union High School District Ronald V. Aguallo will be presented with the Arizona School Administrators Association (ASA) All Arizona Superintendent Award for 2012.

Cultivating Common Core conference
The Cochise County School Superintendent’s Office is hosting a conference focused on Common Core Standards implementation for all teachers and administrators. “Cultivating Common Core” is scheduled for Friday, January 25th, at Bisbee High School. The cost is $25.

Carne asada benefit Jan. 12
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