Raytheon Given 2 Contracts For Navy & Army Missiles

Naval Sea Systems Command has presented Raytheon Missile Systems with a $235.67 million contract for production of Standard Missile-2 Block IIIA rounds, as well as telemetric data transmitting sets and spare parts for foreign military buyers, under the Foreign Military Sales and other international customer procurement programs. A total of 83 percent of the work will be done in Tucson on the contract, which is scheduled for completion by the end of 2008.

T-bill Interest Rates Hit Nearly 5-Year High

Interest rates on short-term Treasury bills rose in Monday's auction to the highest levels in nearly five years. The Treasury Department auctioned $20 billion in three-month bills at a discount rate of 4.375 percent, up from 4.290 percent last week. An additional $17 billion in six-month bills was auctioned at a discount rate of 4.435 percent, up from 4.340 percent last week.

Blue Cross Blue Shield, Scottsdale Firm Signs Deal

Scottsdale-based McKesson Specialty, a subsidiary of McKesson Corp., has been selected by Blue Cross Blue Shield of Arizona as a preferred specialty pharmacy provider.

Quick Lake Level Check

Bartlett: 85%
San Carlos: 16%
Roosevelt Lake: 79%
Saguaro Lake(Stewart Mtn): 95%
Lake Pleasant(Waddell Dam): 85%
Lake Havasu: 88%
Canyon Lake(Mormon Flat): 94%

Bald Eagle Workshop In Flagstaff

Find out many eagle facts at the Arizona Game and Fish Department's Annual Bald Eagle Workshop in Flagstaff on Saturday, Feb. 25. The free workshop will be divided into two sessions; each one will include a lecture followed by a field trip to observe eagles. The morning session will begin at 9 a.m., and the afternoon session will begin at 1 p.m. The lectures will be held at Northern Arizona University in the Southwest Forest Science Complex, Building #82, located on the south end of campus off Pine Knoll Drive. Anyone who wants to attend will need to register with the Game and Fish Flagstaff office at (928) 774-5045. Participants are encouraged to dress appropriately for the field trip and to bring binoculars, bird field guides, snacks and water.

Sports News

Alex Rodriguez was presented with his second MVP award Sunday night by former Baltimore Orioles great Cal Ripken Jr.

Right-handed reliever Travis Harper avoided arbitration with the Tampa Bay Devil Rays, agreeing Monday to an $850,000, one-year contract.

Second baseman/outfielder Jerry Hairston Jr. agreed to a one-year, $2.3 million deal Monday with the Chicago Cubs and avoided a salary arbitration hearing.

ESPN and ESPN2 will broadcast the World Baseball Classic, offering 16 live telecasts that include the semifinals on March 18 and the championship on March 20.

The Dallas Cowboys hired Chris Palmer as quarterbacks coach Monday.

The Seattle SuperSonics signed guard Mateen Cleaves to a 10-day contract on Saturday, less than a month after he was waived by the team.

Cincinnati Bengals receiver Chris Henry was arrested on gun charges in a weekend street altercation, authorities said.

A trailer containing $50,000 of John Daly merchandise has been recovered in west Phoenix, near 29th Avenue and Deer Valley Road.

Groundbreaking

Arizona's first ethanol production facility broke ground today in the city of Maricopa. Pinal Energy LLC will create 45 new high-value jobs, and play a major role in reducing carbon monoxide emissions from motor vehicles. This project is significant to Arizona's energy security and air quality,” says Governor Janet Napolitano. “It will reduce our dependence on out-of-state ethanol and will contribute greatly to improving air quality for Arizonans.”

The impact the facility will have on the local economy is substantial as it will create jobs, provide an additional industrial tax base for the city of Maricopa, Pinal county and the state of Arizona and create another market for Arizona’s farmers,” says Mayor Kelly Anderson, City of Maricopa. “The city is encouraged by the corporate commitment Pinal Energy has shown by continuing to meet Maricopa’s standards for safety, trucking routes, site plan, building elevations and landscaping designs.”

In addition to ethanol, Distillers Grain and CO2 (liquefied and dry ice) will be produced at the facility. Both are by-products of ethanol production. The ethanol production facility will be located in the City of Maricopa. Construction is expected to take one year. Ethanol production would begin the first quarter of 2007, with a production rate of 55,000,000 gallons annually.

Ali Honored

Muhammad Ali was honored at the World Economic Forum for his efforts to promote dialogue and understanding between the Muslim and Western worlds. Ali received the first-ever prize from the Council of 100 Leaders, a group formed at the forum's annual meeting two years ago to promote understanding between the West and Muslims.

Tucson Parishes To Financially Separate

All of the 74 parishes in the Roman Catholic Diocese of Tucson will be legally separated by the end of February so the church can rebuild from bankruptcy caused by the sexual-abuse lawsuits. Each parish will incorporate and take legal title to its property, transferring it from the diocese. The legal separation doesn't mean they'll be run as standalone operations, however. Bishop Gerald F. Kicanas will sit on each parish board, as will diocesan Moderator of the Curia Al Schifano and the pastor of each church. The five-person boards will be rounded out with two lay members.

credit: Associated Press

DVDs Of Interest

Jan., 31st

The Pink Panther Classic Cartoon Collection
Corpse Bride
The Legend of Zorro
In Her Shoes
Dune: Extended Edition
Hill Street Blues: Season One
Benny Hill - Complete and Unadulterated: The Hill's Angels Years (Set Four)
Rat Patrol: The Complete First Season

Feb., 7th

Doom (unrated)
Elizabethtown
Wallace & Gromit: Cracking Collector's Set
Bambi II
13 Going on 30: Fun & Flirty Edition
The Best of The Electric Company
Breakfast At Tiffany's: Anniversary Edition

Future Releases:

Grey's Anatomy: Season One
The Frisco Kid
NYPD Blue: Season 3
The Dick Cavett Show: Comic Legends
Cavalcade of Comedy
Action: The Complete Series
Lady and the Tramp: 50th Anniversary Edition
NewsRadio: The Complete Third Season
Quantum Leap: The Complete Fourth Season
Dog Day Afternoon: Two-Disc Special Edition
Network: Two-Disc Special Edition
Jarhead: Collector's Edition
Prime
Traffic
I Walk the Line
Capote

Upcoming CDs To Be Released

Jan., 31st

Norman and Nancy Blake - Back Home In Sulphur Springs
Jamey Johnson - The Dollar

Feb., 7th

Tim McGraw - Greatest Hits, Vol. 2
Various Artists - Totally Country 5
Cledus T. Judd - Boogity, Boogity - A Tribute To The Comedic Genius of Ray Stevens
Marty Stuart & His Fabulous Superlatives - Live At The Ryman

Feb., 14th

Rockie Lynne - Lipstick
Los Lobos - The Wolf Tracks: The Very Best of Los Lobos

Feb., 28th

Hank Williams III - Straight To Hell [2 CDs]

Record Profits Off Our Wallets

Exxon Mobil Corp. , the world's largest publicly traded oil company, reported a quarterly profit of $10.7 billion on Monday, rounding out the most profitable year in U.S. corporate history.

Nobody's Safe From I.D. Theft

Not even, Bobby Joe Harris, the former police chief of Chandler suspected something was wrong when he started having problems with his Sam's Club membership card. He was told he closed the account and opened a new account that had a woman's name he didn't recognize. The store clerk said there had been no purchases made on the new account. The total of the purchases was $11,000 and is one of two people the unidentified woman has added herself to the accounts of. Police are baffled as to how the woman was able to gain access to the account.

San Carlos Reservation Annual Fishing And Boating Permits Eliminated

The San Carlos Tribal Commission have eliminated the annual fishing and boating permits on the San Carlos Reservation. In order to fish or boat on the reservation this year, you must purchase a daily fishing permit for $7.00, or a boating permit that's $5.00 per day.

Federal Hunt Arizona Kills 200 Coyotes

Federal authorities have killed 200 coyotes in southeast Arizona in the past three weeks after ranchers complained that they were eating calves. The hunt, which ended Friday, was conducted from aircraft as part of a program run by the U.S. Department of Agriculture. The shootings took place on private and public land used by 10 to 15 ranchers. The ranchers paid $200 an hour for the aircraft rental and staff time.

Sports News With Lugnuts & Legdrops

Tiger Woods won a three player playoff to win the Buick Invitational.

Reigning Olympic champion Sylke Otto beat 1998 Olympic champion Silke Kraushaar on Saturday in the final World Cup luge race leading up to the Turin Olympics.

Mark Prior and the Chicago Cubs agreed Friday to a $3.65 million, one-year contract, $900,000 more than the salary he would have earned under the contract he voided in November.

Amelie Mauresmo won the Australian Open women's title.

Michelle Kwan has been cleared to skate for the United States at the Turin Olympics.

The Minnesota Timberwolves sent Wally Szczerbiak to the Boston Celtics for guard Ricky Davis on Thursday as part of a seven-player deal.

Promos for No Way Out next month are hyping Kurt Angle taking on theUndertaker for the World Heavyweight Title.

All-Star catcher Mike Piazza agreed Sunday to a $2 million, one-year contract with the San Diego Padres.

The Oakland Athletics signed Mark Ellis to a two-year, $6 million contract Saturday.

A federal judge ordered Friday that Kentucky Speedway can move ahead with its $400 million antitrust lawsuit against NASCAR.

Former NASCAR champion Matt Kenseth has signed a multiyear contract extension with Roush Racing.

Peter Gabriel's "Big Time" has become the official theme of World Wrestling Entertainment's upcoming "WrestleMania 22," nearly 20 years after the song hit the top 10 in the United States.

University of Arizona's Next President Named

Robert Shelton, has been named as the University of Arizona's next president. He is a Phoenix native and the current executive vice chancellor and provost at the University of North Carolina-Chapel Hill, and say's he hopes to make UA one of the country's 10 best public research universities.

Hines Horticulture Gets Job Training Grant

The Arizona Department of Commerce, Chino Valley Area Chamber of Commerce and Yavapai College presented Hines Horticulture with an Arizona Job Training Grant on Thursday. Hines Horticulture will use the $99,570 grant to train 68 employees. Hines Horticulture generates $15 million annually selling plants to independent garden centers and home centers in six states. The company has 250 employees. Ellen Benson with Yavapai College assisted in applying for the grant. Companies receiving Commerce Job Training grants have two years to complete the training. Employers pay up to half the cost of training existing employees, and up to 25% of the costs of training new employees. For more information about the Commerce Job Training Program visit the Workforce Development Section of the Arizona Department of Commerce website at www.azcommerce.com or contact Paula, at 602-771-1100.

Globe Public Library Book Sale

The book sale Friday, Feb. 24th, from 10am to 5pm and Saturday, Feb. 25th, from 10am to 4pm. Volunteers are needed for setup on the afternoon of Feb. 23rd. A sign-up sheet is available at the circulation desk. Donations of sale items may be brought to the library at 339 South Broad Street. For more information you can always call 425-6111.

Stargazing Party

The Phoenix Astronomical Society and Paradise Valley Community College will be holding a stargazing party on Feb. 2nd. The event runs from 6pm to 10pm at the astronomy observation deck at the college located: 18401 North 32nd Street. call (602) 787-6685. In order to attend you must register.

And The Award Goes To...

Martina McBride has been named "Kansan of the Year" award on Friday from the Native Sons and Daughters of Kansas. McBride, was born in Medicine Lodge, Kansas.

Chandler City Hall News

A planning consulting firm hired to recommend locations for a $34 million City Hall in Chandler has narrowed its list to two sites. The two sites are on Arizona Avenue in downtown Chandler. The council would prefer the building located closer to the courts and the police department so that it would be in the main campus area. That site, southwest corner of Arizona Avenue and Buffalo Street, was eliminated to protect a green open area that would likely be lost if a City Hall were built there.

Apache Gold Casino King of the Cage Results For 1-21-06

F1- Bryan Pardoe defeated Ryan Proy in the 1st Round (1:47) due to Referee stopping the fight due to strikes to the head.

F2- David Carrasco defeated Keith Dixon in the 1st Rd. (4:11) result of Tap Out.

F3 – Leroy Fornoff schooled Joe Castillo in the 2nd Rd (1:23) Referee stopped fight due to strikes to the head

F4 – Jesse Moreng defeated Victor Hernandez with a rear naked choke in the 1st Rd. (2:46)

F5 - Travis Hooke defeated Justin Scott in the 1st Rd with a rear naked choke in the 1st Rd (3:13)

F6 - Luke Hodges topped off Jacob Chagolla with the split decision after going the distance.

F7 – Daniel Madrid beat Gilbert Valdez with a rear naked choke in the 2nd Rd (0:55)

F8 – Estevez Jones defeats Ryan Potter in the 2nd Rd (1:55) with K.O.

F9 - Jon Kessier defeats Tony Roybal by tapping him out with an arm bar in 1st Rd (1:54)

F10 – Chance Williams hometown favorite took the fight in the 1st Rd. (0:22) with Referee calling the fight due to strikes to the head.

F11 – Matt Dell got the victory after Shawn Conova was unable to continue fight in 2nd Rd. (1:47)

F12 – Emanuel Newton defeats John Lansing in the 1st Rd (1:04) due to Referee calling fight to strikes to the head.

F13 – Paul O’Keefe defeats Johnathon Wesson in the 1st Rd (2:42) with a rear naked choke resulting in a tap out.

F14 – Del Hawkins came out victorious in this title fight against under dog Gabe Brockmier. Del Hawkins wins in the 1st Rd (2:04) with a K.O.

F15 – Kyacey Uscola takes the split decision over Robert Sarkozi in the 1st Rd (1:47)

F16 - Edwin Dewees defeats Buckley Acosta (0:57) R1 SUB (triangle choke)

Shop & Talk 1-28-06

Furniture & Appliances

Table & 4 chairs $50.00. Call 402-8493.

Oak bathroom freestanding vanity w/ white sink and white singlelever faucet in xclnt shape. No scratches. $65 takes it by calling 602-275-4911

Dark Pine King-size waterbed, comes with mattress, & all accessories $145 602-451-2452

Livestock & Supplies

4 yr. old dapple Buckskin gelding; green broke, gentle, sound, trail & traffic safe, $1,600. 928- 348-6690.

2 John Deere tractors; (1) 3020, $8,500, (1) 1020 w/loader, $5,500. 505-358-1050

Sporting Goods

420-lb "Gold Gym" olympic weight set with adjustable rack for: bench, military and squats. Has attachment for lat pulls, curls and triceps extensions. Excellent condition. $350 OBO. Call 602.374.6536 after 5:00 pm

LX360 ProForm Treadmill - $400 Excellent condition, barely used. Shirley 602-672-7239

Misc. for Sale

A strong hand truck for sale $30 call 623-215-2749

Dewalt 10 Inch Table Saw Works great! Does not have stand/legs. $300 O.B.O. (602) 705-4586

Pets & Supplies

Half chow, 2 years old, has been spayed, and current shots. $25.00 (480)-926-3270

7 Month old pure bred Rotweiler male. $450. Serious Inquiries only at 928-425-3035.

Auto & Trucks

1992 Chevy S10 Truck, 4cyl, 2.5 motor, automatic, good tires good work truck. call at 602-354-8464. $1,000.

2000 Pontiac grand am 2 door $3500 obo 480 809 3857

1999 Ford F-250 4x4, 5.4 liter, V8, Michelin Tires. $13,000 OBO, call 928-425-4637.

Motorcycles & Off Road

1998 Suzuki Katana 750 - $3800 All stock. New front and rear tires. Just serviced. call John at 480-766-1039.

$400, 1981 kawasaki kx420 dirtbike, in good condition, with new electrical and tires. The plastic is good shape and has no cracks at all. For more information call Trevor at 602-843-4588

Boats

1988 skeeter 18ft Bass boat, permanent plate, runs good, $4500 (602) 938-2632.

Stocks & Commodities At The Weeks End

Light Crude - 67.76
Gold - 563.70
Copper - 2.23
Feeder Cattle (cents per lb.) - 110.63
Phelps Dodge Corp. (PD) - 163.70
Motorola Inc. (MOT) - 22.50
International Business Machines Corp. (IBM) - 81.02
Microsoft Corp. (MSFT) - 27.79
Dow Jones Industrial Average Index - 10,907.21
NYSE COMPOSITE INDEX - 8,096.14
S&P 500 Index - 1,283.72

Ironwood-Gantzel Roadway Construction

Combs Road east of Gantzel will be closed on Sunday evening,January 29th. This work will necessitate rerouting all thru traffic from 8 p.m. to 5 a.m. Motorists are advised to use Ocotillo to Ironwood as an alternate route and are asked to use caution as they proceed through the intersection. Motorists are asked to obey all posted speed limit signs at 25 MPH. For further information, call the toll-free hotline at 1-877-713-6700.

Valley Serial Killer?

After a series of 16 random shootings leaving people and animals dead and/or wounded from Tolleson to east Phoenix, and now police suspect the shootings may be connected, possibly to a serial killer. Some of the shooting have enough hard evidence to connect the killing's, but not the others. The only clue is the description of a vehicle seen near shootings in Tolleson and Phoenix. The vehicle is believed to be a 1995 or newer Honda-type sedan, dark green or gray with tinted windows. A $5,000 reward is being offered through Silent Witness, 1-800-343-TIPS.

Country Grammy Nominee Catagories

The Grammy's will be Feb. 8th, check your listings for show time. The following are the Country Nominees & Nominees that are country related in a non-country specific catagory. Those in the non-country field will be in italics under the catagory along with the nominated award.

Best Country Duo or Group with Vocal
Big & Rich – “Comin’ To Your City”
Brooks & Dunn – “Play Something Country”
Dixie Chicks – “I Hope”
Alison Krauss & Union Station – “Restless”
Rascal Flatts – “Bless The Broken Road”


Song of the Year
"Bless The Broken Road” – Rascal Flatts
“Devils & Dust” – Bruce Springsteen
“Ordinary People” – John Legend
“Sometimes You Can’t Make It On Your Own” – U2
“We Belong Together” – Mariah Carey


Best New Artist
Sugarland
Fall Out Boy
Keane
John Legend
Ciara


Best Female Country Vocal Performance
Emmylou Harris – “The Connection”
Faith Hill – “Mississippi Girl”
Gretchen Wilson – “All Jacked Up”
Lee Ann Womack – “I May Hate Myself In The Morning”
Trisha Yearwood – “Georgia Rain”


Best Male Country Vocal Performance
George Jones – “Funny How Times Slips Away”
Toby Keith – “As Good As I Once Was”
Willie Nelson – “Good Ol’ Boys”
Brad Paisley – “Alcohol”
Keith Urban – “You’ll think Of Me”


Best Country Collaboration With Vocals
“Building Bridges” – Brooks & Dunn, Sheryl Crow and Vince Gill
“Shelter From The Storm” – Rodney Crowell & Emmylou Harris
“Like We Never Loved At All” – Faith Hill & Tim McGraw
“Dreams Come True” – Willie Nelson & Norah Jones
“Politically Uncorrect” – Gretchen Wilson & Merle Haggard


Best Country Instrumental Performance
“I’ll Fly Away” – Charlie Daniels
“Who’s Your Uncle?” – Jerry Douglas, Sam Bush and Bela Feck
“Unionhouse Branch” – Alison Krauss & Union Station
“Scotch & Chocolate” – Nickel Creek
“Time Warp” – Brad Paisley


Best Country Song
“Alcohol” – Brad Paisley
“All Jacked Up” – Gretchen Wilson
“Bless The Broken Road” – Rascal Flatts
“I Hope” – Dixie Chicks
“I May Hate Myself In The Morning” – Lee Ann Womack


Best Country Album
Fireflies – Faith Hill
Lonely Runs Both Ways – Alison Krauss & Union Station
Time Well Wasted – Brad Paisley
All Jacked Up – Gretchen Wilson
Jasper County – Trisha Yearwood


Best Blugrass Album
Marbletown – Blue Highway
Cherryholmes – Cherryholmes
The Grascals – The Grascals
The Company We Keep – The Del McCoury Band
Ragin’ Live – Rhonda Vincent &The Rage


Best Contemporary Folk Album
Chavez Ravine– Ry Cooder
The Outsider – Rodney Crowell
Why Should The Fire Die? – Nickel Creek
Fair & Square – John Prine
Devils & Dust – Bruce Springsteen


Best Comedy Album
Right To Bare Arms – Larry The Cable Guy
Never Scared – Chris Rock
Luther Burbank Performing Arts Center Blues – Lewis Black
Family Guy Live in Vegas – Various artists
The Agoraphobic Cowboy – Rick Moranis

Sundome Center for the Performing Arts Name Change

The Sundome Center for the Performing Arts in Sun City is now the Maricopa County Events Center. Maricopa County bought the 7,000-seat facility in November for $10 from Arizona State University, which wanted to relinquish the financially ailing site. The plan is to fix up the facility and bring in big name artists.

Wickenburg Gold Rush Days

Festivities begin with a shoot-out on Frontier Street that kicks of a wild rootin'-tootin' western weekend. Spectators line the streets on Saturday as one of the largest parades in Arizona passes by. Cowboys from all over the country gather on Saturday and Sunday afternoon to participate in the rodeo. In the area around the Community Center families can enjoy a carnival, food booths, and arts and crafts. The Wickenburg Senior Pro Rodeo Committee has announced a change to the entry system for this years Gold Rush Days Rodeo. Local contestants will be considered “members for a day” and will be given an equal chance at the rodeo draw. Now all local contestants will be given the same consideration as National Senior Pro Rodeo Association members. All local contestants interested in entering the Gold Rush Days Senior Pro Rodeo should call the NSPRA National Office at 406-375-1400. All local contestants must purchase a permit ($10 per rodeo) and pay their entry fees, office charges, and permit fee with the National Office prior to entering the rodeo. The entry day for the Gold Rush Days Senior Pro Rodeo is scheduled for Wednesday, Feb. 1st, from 10a.m. to 7p.m. The entry number to call is 877-595-0061. Rodeo performances are scheduled for Saturday, Feb. 11th and Sunday, Feb. 12th at 2p.m. Slack is held on Friday, Feb. 10th, starting at 11a.m.Concessions are available, and the gates open at noon on Saturday and Sunday.Tickets are: $8 Adults $6 Seniors $6 Students $3 Children (5 and Under are free).For information call The Wickenburg Chamber at 684-5479 or go online for all of the scheduled events during Wickenburg's 58th Annual Gold Rush Days celebration at www.wickenburgchamber.com.

Local Boy Scouts Collecting Food

Your local Boy Scouts group will be among more than 50,000 Boy Scouts statewide who will be scouring their neighborhoods for canned food donations on Saturday, Feb. 4th, from 10a.m. until 2p.m. Participation in the food drive is easy. Anyone who wishes to donate may simply set their donation on their front porch for the Scouts to pick up. If the Scouts in your neighborhood miss collecting your donation, you may still donate by dropping it off on Saturday, Feb. 4th, from 10a.m. until 2p.m. with the Scouts, who will be in front of the Claypool Safeway, and at Fry's. All food donations will be taken to the Globe-Miami food banks. For more information, contact Irby in Globe at (928) 425-3324.

KRDE programming note:

Starting January 30th, some show changes will be taking place.

SUNDAY:

Focus On the Family starts at 7am.
Cowboy Corner will be on at 8am, from Saturdays at 8am.
Crook & Chase will start at 9am Sunday, from Fridays at 7pm.
Altville at 3pm.
American Road at 5pm.
Dr. Demento at 7pm, from Wednesdays at 7pm.

Superstition Freeway Roadwork This Weekend

The Westbound U.S. 60 on the Superstition Freeway will be narrowed to one lane between Power and Higley roads from 11 p.m. Today to 5 a.m. Monday for bridge expansion work, concrete barrier installation, and sign removal. The westbound U.S. 60 on ramp at Superstition Springs Blvd. will be closed on Saturday. If you plan on using that route you should give yourself extra travel time or consider using alternate routes, including the westbound Loop 202 on Red Mountain Freeway, or Guadalupe and Broadway roads, to travel beyond the freeway restriction. This work is part of the $73 million project to add new lanes to US 60 between Gilbert and Power roads.

Arriba Mexican Grills Gets Fined

The owner of four Arriba Mexican Grills in the Phoenix area was given a $65,000 fine to settle a sexual harassment and retaliation suit. The Equal Employment Opportunity Commission lawsuit against Rayna Enterprises charges that an Arriba management official sexually harassed female employees at the Ahwatukee location.

MLB Season To Open April 2nd

The 2006 Major League Baseball season will open Sunday, April 2nd when the Chicago White Sox play the Cleveland Indians. The game will be on ESPN2 at 8:05 p.m. (ET).

Sports News

Moroccan tennis player Younes El Aynaoui tested positive for marijuana in Italy last month and could face a three-month suspension.

Minnesota Vikings quarterback Daunte Culpepper has decided to end his relationship with longtime agent Mason Ashe.

Thrashers goalie Kari Lehtonen withdrew from Finland's Olympic team on Thursday, saying he hasn't fully recovered from a groin injury that kept him out of 35 games.

Former boxing champion Thomas Hearns was sentenced to nine months of probation after pleading no contest to a charge that he assaulted his 13-year-old son.

Former pro basketball forward Luther "Sally" Green, who played for the New York Nets and the Philadelphia 76ers, has died from lung cancer. He was 59.

The Phoenix Suns acquired 7-footer Nikoloz Tskitishvili from the Minnesota Timberwolves on Thursday for a 2006 second-round draft pick.

Former Pittsburgh Steelers lineman Terry Long committed suicide by drinking antifreeze, a revised death certificate shows, and did not die as a direct result of football-related head injuries.

The Oakland A's signed Frank Thomas to $500,000 deal & can earn $1.4 million in roster bonuses if he is on the active major league roster or not on the DL related to a left foot injury. He would get $325,000 each on May 1 and June 15, and $375,000 apiece on July 15 and Aug. 15. He also can earn $1.2 million in performance bonuses: $200,000 each for 300, 350, 400, 450, 500 and 550 plate appearances.

A FINE Day It WIll Be

The state could be on the path for $500,000 daily fines since it hasn't met a federal court's deadline to improve instructional programs for students learning the English language. A lawyer for plaintiffs whose lawsuit produced the court orders says the fines started yesterday but that he doesn't expect any checks to be written immediately.


Just a few things to point out;

1) The bill is directed to students that are learning Spanish to English, not other languages.

2) The daily fines will hurt the monies that go to the schools that are supposed to fund this program, and have an ESL program already instituted.


The schools in more rural areas will be hurting due to this judge's careless action. If he has kids, they more than likely attend schools with enough funding that his ruling won't hurt them as much.

Bocephus News

Hank Williams Jr., will make his fifth Super Bowl appearance in his 16 year run with ABC Sports. Hank Jr. has been in Los Angeles, California, filming the opening intro to the 2006 Super Bowl face-off between the Pittsburgh Steelers and Seattle Seahawks. Hank will be appearing on ESPN’s Cold Pizza on Thursday, February 2nd, CMT Insider on Saturday, February 4th, and ESPN’s Sport Center sometime throughout the Super Bowl festivities. He will also make an appearance on GAC's Country Music Across America. If you were wondering which team Hank Williams Jr. is pulling for…well lets just say the colors are black and gold!!!

Sports News

Germany dropped three officials from its Winter Olympics team on Wednesday because of ties to the former East Germany's secret police.

Kim Clijsters took over as No. 1 in women's tennis, and she got there by defeating Martina Hingis.

Thom Brennaman will be the lead play-by-play announcer when Fox begins coverage of the Bowl Championship Series in 2007.

Jets linebacker Jonathan Vilma will replace Zach Thomas of the Dolphins in the Pro Bowl.

Eagles safety Brian Dawkins was named as a replacement to the NFC Pro Bowl team Wednesday after Chicago Bears safety Mike Brown dropped out with an injury.

The Indiana Pacers have completed the trade of Ron Artest to the Sacramento Kings in exchange for Peja Stojakovic.

Denny Neagle pled guilty to a charge of soliciting a prostitute and was sentenced to 40 hours of community service.

Buffalo Sabres center Tim Connolly will miss at least six weeks with a left knee injury that occurred after a hit by Rangers defenseman Darius Kasparaitis.

Skeleton coach Tim Nardiello, won't be part of the US delegation to the Turin Olympics, the US Olympic Committee announced.

Napolitano vetoes latest English Learning Bill

For the second time in two days, Gov. Janet Napolitano has rejected the Legislature's plan to revamp school programs for teaching immigrant students English. The passage of the two bills had apparently met the deadline set by a federal judge to retool the state's English Language Learning programs. The judge has said he'd start fines of $500,000 a day if the state didn't act quickly.

Florence Schools To Go Four Days A Week?

Officials say they want to get a leg up in attracting qualified teachers to the fast-growing San Tan area. Florence Superintendent Rick Sagar says research shows operating costs are reduced and student achievement improves in schools that are in session four longer days each week. In return, kids get a three-day weekend. Those three-day weekends would also make it easier to attract teachers to the district, which currently has about 5,000 students. Florence schools are on a year-round schedule and would continue to have sports and some other activities on Fridays.



credit: The Associated Press

EMT Refresher & Wildland Firefighting Courses

Gila Community College is offering two short-term courses during the spring 2006 semester. EMT 161 Emergency Medical Technician Refresher is offered from April 4 to April 7 for 2 credits. Designed to enable the Emergency Medical Technician to maintain proficiency and receive the latest information for handling the sick and injured. It may be repeated as many times as the person needs for re-certification. Fulfills Department of Health Services requirements for EMT re-certification every 2 years. The instructor is D. J. Lopez of the Globe Fire Department.

The second course offering is Basic Wildland Firefighting. Students who successfully complete the course will earn 3 credits. The course is offered on Fridays and Saturdays from February 10 to March 4. This course teaches basic wildland firefighting. Instruction includes locating and reporting the fire, incident operations and management, suppression equipment, fire behavior, size-up, methods of suppression, and safety. Individuals wishing to start careers in wildland firefighting are encouraged to enroll in this course. The instructors are Robert Shirkey of the U. S. Department of Forestry and Bob Arthur.

For further information concerning these course offering or any professional development opportunity, contact Gila Community College at 425-8481 or log on to the GCC Website at www.gilaccc.org.

Lugnuts & Legdrops

Ferrari unveiled its new car for 2006 on Tuesday, hoping to regain its supremacy in Formula One in what could be Michael Schumacher's last season with the Italian team.

Toyota will race in 2007's Nextel & Busch series races.

Open-wheel star Paul Tracy will drive at least five races in NASCAR's Busch Series this year and plans to make his debut in the season-opening event next month at Daytona International Speedway.

NASCAR will begin using unleaded fuel in its cars and trucks beginning in 2008.

An unmarked trailer containing an Indy Racing League showcar owned by former driver Robbie Buhl was stolen last weekend from outside Sinden Racing's shop. The showcar was worth $50,000 to $100,000, team co-owner Scott Jasek said Monday.

The "Spirit Squad" members from RAW were; Ken Doane, Johnny Jeter, Nick Nemeth, Mike Mondo, and Nick Mitchell.

At this friday's WWE SmackDown, Chris Benoit vs. Randy Orton will be in a No Holds Barred, One Fall to a Finish Match.

According to at least one industry source, WWE personnel had not been notified of the news that UPN and WB will be combining forces or how that it will affect SmackDown. SmackDown is one of UPN's highest rated shows and has a contract with the network until September.

Updated Royal Rumble participants list:

RAW SUPERSTARS
1) ROB VAN DAM
2) BIG SHOW
3) KANE
4) SHAWN MICHAELS
5) TRIPLE H
6) CHRIS MASTERS
7) CARLITO
8) TREVOR MURDOCH
9) SHELTON BENJAMIN
10) VISCERA
11) CHAVO GUERRERO
12) JONATHAN COACHMAN
13) RIC FLAIR

SMACKDOWN! SUPERSTARS

1) CHRIS BENOIT
2) REY MYSTERIO
3) RANDY ORTON
4) MATT HARDY
5) ORLANDO JORDAN
6) LASHLEY
7) SYLVAN
8) ROAD WARRIOR ANIMAL
9) JOHNNY NITRO
10) JOEY MERCURY
11) SIMON DEAN
12) BOOKER T

Quadra Mining Preliminary Prospectus Report Filed

Quadra Mining Ltd. announced the filing of a preliminary short form prospectus with the securities regulatory authorities in each of the provinces and territories of Canada in connection with a proposed public offering of common shares of approximately $45 million.

How is this news you may ask? It continues...

Quadra intends to use the proceeds from the offering to repay the bridge facility entered into in connection with the recently announced acquisition of the Carlota Copper Project, to fund a portion of the deferred portion of the purchase price for Carlota, to fund engineering, design and development activities at the Carlota Project, to fund exploration activities on the Company's properties and for general corporate purposes. This announcement is not an offer of securities for sale in the United States. No securities have been registered under the U.S. Securities Act to be offered for sale in the United States. Securities may not be offered or sold in the United States absent registration under the U.S. Securities Act or an exemption from registration. Any public offering of securities to be made in the United States will be made by means of a prospectus.


This is good news for Globe-Miami and the surrounding areas, as they want to start-up very quickly.

ELL Bill Veteod

Governor Janet Napolitano objected to the inclusion of an unlimited corporate tuition tax credit in the bill, which she estimates could cost the state $850 million. She calls it the alt-fuels scandal all over again, with a different name. Surrounded by every Democratic lawmaker at a hastily called news conference, Governor Janet Napolitano laid it on the line. "The minute that bill hits my desk, it is going to be vetoed," she said. "Special session at 5 o'clock, you've got seven hours before midnight. Take another stab at it." A federal court has promised daily fines of $500,000 starting tomorrow if an acceptable plan isn't adopted.

AAA Bringing 1,100 Jobs To Glendale

AAA will be bringing up to 1,100 new jobs over the next three years in Glendale as the travel and financial services club will be creating a regional customer service and technology hub in the West Valley.

In Case You Missed It The First Time

Pittsburgh Penguins star and owner Mario Lemieux, one of hockey's statistically sound players, has retired for the second time.

Half Day Friday At Bejarano Elementary School

The teachers will be attending an inservice, while students will be let out at the normal half day time.

Globe Schools Early Dismissal Tomorrow

District wide dismissal for Globe Students K-12, the teachers will be having a Inservice/Teacher Workday.

Mickie Nye Update

The word from Mr. Nye is, he has a business venture that will take him out of the area and will ocuppy his time and need his full attention, while he is going between here and there.


That was the quick and to the point information given, so take that for what you will.

Mickie Nye

It's been confirmed by the City of Globe that Mickie Nye has dropped out of the race against Stanley Gibson for the position of Mayor in Globe. No word yet on why, but could possibly be the upcoming assault charges filed against him & getting that trial moved to Payson from Globe. More to come as it becomes available.

Senate President Ken Bennett's Son Arrested

The son of Senate President Ken Bennett was arrested Monday at his father's home and has been accused of assaulting more than a dozen boys at a Student Council camp last summer in Prescott. Another man has also been arrested. The allegations against Clifton Bennett, and Kyle Wheeler, who were counselors at the camp, came to police attention in December. Both men were arrested on Monday and booked on suspicion of 18 counts of aggravated assault and 18 counts of kidnapping, that's due to the victims being held down. Police also expect to arrest a third suspect. The alleged attacks took place last June.

Sports News

Dick Jauron is the new coach of the Buffalo Bills.

The Houston Astros intend to file a health insurance claim on Jeff Bagwell's contract, arguing that he's too hurt to play this season.

General manager Dan O'Brien was fired Monday by new Cincinnati Reds owner Bob Castellini.

Kobe Bryant scored 81 points Sunday against the Toronto Raptors, to become the player to have the 2nd most points in one game. Wilt Chamberlain's record of 100-points will continue stay intact and in first place.

Chad Campbell Stumbles won the Hope Classic Sunday.

Junior reserve Jared Young and walk-on Gabe Barnes have been kicked off the Wichita State basketball team for violating team rules.

Phoenix Stargazing Party

The Phoenix Astronomical Society and Paradise Valley Community College will be holding a stargazing party on Feb. 2nd. The event runs from 6pm to 10pm at the astronomy observation deck at the college located: 18401 North 32nd Street. You may go to www.pvc.maricopa.edu/events for more info or call (602) 787-6685. In order to attend you must register.

New Mesa Fire Department Assistant Fire Chief

Mary Cameli has become the first female assistant fire chief in the City of Mesa. For the past six years Cameli has been Mesa fire's public information officer. She has been with the Mesa Fire Department for 22 years and was one of the first two women to join Mesa's fire department.

Railroad Work On Murphy Street

The work will occur this Thursday and Friday. The Arizona Eastern Railway will be doing the work on the railroad crossing at Murphy Street, near the old Jasmine Cafe(now closed Roadhouse Cafe) . The street will be closed on both of those days, so be sure to take alternate routes.

SOLD!!! SOLD!!! SOLD!!!

Albertson's has agrees to sell the supermarket chain to grocer Supervalu and drug retailer CVS Corp. for more than $17 billion dollars in cash, stock and debt assumption. Supervalu is taking over most of Albertson's grocery stores, and CVS will gain Albertson's stand-alone drug-store business. The other purchasers under this group are Kimco Realty Corp., Schottenstein Stores Corp., Lubert-Adler Partners, and Klaff Realty.

Then There Were Two

The Pittsburgh Steelers will be taking on the Seattle Seahawks at Super Bowl 40 this year in Detroit. Check your local listing for the games start time.

Janette Carter Dead at 82

Janette Carter was the last surviving child of country music's founding Carter Family has died. She was 82. Janette was the daughter of A.P. and Sara Carter. Her parents and her father's sister-in-law Maybelle Carter formed a singing trio discovered in 1927 when talent scout Ralph Peer came through the Tennessee-Virginia border town of Bristol to record mountain music. Carter, had Parkinson's disease and other illnesses, and was taken to the Holston Valley Medical Center last Tuesday. Her family said she appeared to be improving for a time, but died on Sunday.

Native American Student Art Contest

The Office of Indian Education of the U.S. Department of Education is holding its second Native American Student Art Competition, themed The Power to Dream, The Power to Achieve. The competition, which celebrates the values and documents the successes of education in Indian communities, is again open to American Indian and Alaska Native students in grades K-12, and now includes preschoolers ages 4 and 5. Through the competition, OIE hopes to inspire students to think about the connection between their education and their culture. The 2005 competition, Our Goal, Our Path, Our People, generated entries from over 17 states including Alaska. The winning works were exhibited at the U.S. Department of Education, the National Indian Education Association’s 36th Annual Convention, the Educational Testing Services campus, and the Council of Chief State School Officers offices, recognizing the students’ visions of their education and culture along with their artistic talents.

This year’s entries should relate to the new theme and reflect the promise and importance of pursuing an education for Native youth. Submissions will be judged in six different grade-based categories, and prizes will be awarded to 1st, 2nd, and 3rd place winners in each of these categories. The deadline for submissions is March 15, 2006. For more information, rules, and the entry form, visit www.indianeducation.org, email sarah@kauffmaninc.com, or call 202-775-3980.

Country Music Releases:

January 24th

Josh Turner "Your Man"

Kenny Rogers "21 Number Ones"

Rosanne Cash "Black Cadillac"


January 31st

Jamey Johnson "The Dollar"

Sports News

The Pittsburgh Steelers have won the AFC Championship with a 34-17 victory over the Denver Broncos and are on their way to the Super Bowl.

Andy Roddick tumbled out of the Australian Open today, losing 6-4, 1-6, 6-3, 6-4 to unseeded Marcos Baghdatis in the fourth round.

Houston coach Tom Penders collapsed on the sideline late in the first half of the Cougars' 82-79 loss to UAB on Saturday night, but, later returned in the second half.

Pitcher Jorge Sosa agreed to a $2.2 million, one-year deal with the Atlanta Braves on Saturday.

Kings right wing Valeri Bure will undergo surgery Monday on his right hip.

Chicago Blackhawks goaltender Nikolai Khabibulin will be sidelined up to six weeks because of a sprained knee.

Chris DiMarco shot a 5-under 67 for a one-stroke victory over third-round leader Henrik Stenson at the Abu Dhabi Golf Championship Sunday.

LeBron James became the youngest player in NBA history with 5,000 career points Saturday night over the Utah Jazz.

Lugnuts & Legdrops

NASCAR will begin using unleaded fuel in its cars and trucks beginning in 2008, The New York Times has reported.

Five-time and defending champion Mark Martin heads a 13-man field for the 2006 Crown Royal International Race of Champions Series.

Michael Waltrip and president of Jasper, Doug Bawel, announced Friday they have formed Waltrip-Jasper Racing, which will field Waltrip's No. 55 Dodge in the 2006 Nextel Cup Series.

French driver Luc Alphand won the Dakar Rally on Sunday after finishing the final non-timed leg of the race in Senegal.

TNA Wrestling is coming to the Detroit Metro area in their first house show outside of Orlando, Florida. The stars of TNA will invade the Compuware Arena in Plymouth, MI on Friday night, March 17th, 2006!

Lilian Garcia has been very busy recording her latest album & she has recorded a duet with the famous Latin artist Jon Secada. I'll have more on the release date as it becomes available.

MTV will begin production and filming for a pilot episode of a new wrestling promotion in Los Angeles, California in February. Apparently the project will be in conjunction with wrestling DVD distributor Big Vision Entertainment.

Globe Public Library Book Sale

The book sale is coming on Friday, Feb. 24th, from 10am to 5pm and Saturday, Feb. 25th, from 10am to 4pm. Volunteers are needed for setup on the afternoon of Feb. 23rd. A sign-up sheet is available at the circulation desk. Donations of sale items may be brought to the library at 339 South Broad Street. For more information you can always call 425-6111.

Shop & Talk 1-21-06

Furniture & Appliances

Iron patio set, including oval table and six dining chairs, plus two additional high back chairs and side table. Black and white cushions included for all 8 chairs. $78. (858)442-8182.

An Oak laminate, entertainment center. Fits a 32" TV. Has component shelving, cabinet area, CD slots and side shelving for videos. Has a few nicks and scratches, but otherwise its in good condition. $50 Call 623-451-8478.

Queen headboard, night stands, mirror glass shelves and bridge with dimmer lights. Very nice piece of furniture. In Good condition. $200. Call 623-256-7083

Sofa and Loveseat, $300 OBO, 623-939-6624

Livestock & Supplies

Very flashy strawberry roan paint colt, long yearling, not registered. Should be about 16 hands, Halter broke. Has been saddled, weight applied. $600 Act fast for a great deal on a gorgeous horse. Far west valley-Buckeye. 623-386-8158 or 623-694-1820

2 year old paint gelding. Big, stout, gentle $800. 928-231-0573

2 John Deere tractors; (1) 3020, $8,500, (1) 1020 w/loader, $5,500. 505-358-1050

4-horse trailer. Call 928- 687-1537 for more information.

Sporting Goods

Bowflex XLT, comes with lateral pull down and leg attachment, asking $350 obo, call 602-337-4040 for faster response.

$100 for a classic Hardrock Speacilized Mountain bike. 21" frame, 18 speed, 26" rims with Nimbus XS road tires. Call 602-570-5411

Coleman 3 man tent $150 617-840-3779

Gold's Home Competition Gym Good condition - Buyer must disassemble and pickup.-$400 obo call 602-504-1422.

Misc. for Sale

Big Mouth Billy Bass, still in the box. $10 & it’s yours. 602-438-9391

Complete above ground EASY-SET swimming pool. This includes pool, filter/pump, ladder, chemicals (assorted), vacuum cleaning attachment, net, video, spare filters, air pump, cover and repair kit. Pool is 18 feet round, 4 feet deep. The entire package is yours for $200. Please call 623-474-2397 9am - 8 pm.

"Voyager" portable Spa; Seats 4-5 adults, plugs into 110v outlet; Works great, yours for only $425. 602-840-3392.

Pets & Supplies

3 year old wonderful English Bulldog female. She is fully housebroken, excellent with children and dogs. She is an inside dog, that is just a cuddle bug. Approved home only. $900 602-486-0063

FREE Cocker Spaniel . Wonderful 8 year old cocker, well trained, free to good home. 231-1066 or 231-2403

Auto & Trucks

91 Toyota Camry, runs good. 50,000 on rebuilt engine. Manual transmission. PW. New CD. White exterior. $1900 obo 480-452-6939 or 480-577-5382

1981 Chevrolet Blazer - $2300 New 350 Engine 300 HP Call 623.521.1370

2000 Pontiac grand am 2 door $3500 obo 480 809 3857

1999 Ford F-250 4x4, 5.4 liter, V8, Michelin Tires. $13,000 OBO, call 928-425-4637.

2003 Chevy Silverado 1500 Regular Cab, 50K miles, V6, 5-speed, call 480-620-2517.

Motorcycles & Off Road

Honda 185 ATV 3-wheeler - $500 This little unit runs good but needs either new tires or the ones on it fixed. Also the seat isn't the right one, it comes off easily. The lights don't work and it shows wear, but good running little baby. Call 480-326-2483.

2003 Polaris Trail Blazer Quad. 250cc 2-stroke. Excellent condition. $2,200 OBO. Home 928-425-4637.

Boats

1988 Mastercraft Tri-star Open Bow Wakeboard Boat - $5000 Call 480-326-2483.

17ft 1989 SeaSwirl Boat w/customer Trailer - $6500 Tel: 623-476-8492

Miami High School Pre-Season Orientation Meeting

On Thursday, Jan. 26th, there will be a pre-season orientation meeting for spring sports at
7p.m. in the Miami High School auditorium. AIA rules, the district athletic code, and coaches' handbooks will be discussed. The meeting will also provide prospective athletes and their parents with an opportunity to meet the coaches and ask questions.

Diabetic Workshop

A Diabetic Workshop will be held at the Cobre Valley Medical Plaza(M.O.B.) Conference Room, Thursday, Jan., 26th at 10am. The featured guest speaker willl be Lisa Tomasiak, RD with the topic of "Back To Basics".

Commodities Futures Report

Light Crude ($US per bbl.) 68.48
Gold ($US per Troy oz.) 554.00
Silver ($US per Troy oz.) 8.93
Copper ($US per lb.) 2.09
Live Cattle (cents per lb.) 94.13
Feeder Cattle (cents per lb.) 111.48

GCC Posts Nursing Entrance Test Dates

Gila Community College has announced the testing dates for the Nursing Entrance Test (N.E.T.). The dates for the year 2006 are as follows:

January 28, March 11, April 15, May 27, July 8, August 19, September 30, November 4, and December 16. The test will be administered from 8 a.m. to Noon on these dates in Room 522. The cost of the test is $20.00 and is payable in advance of the test date.

The test is part of the prerequisites for the nursing program and is required in order to gain acceptance into the Gila Community College Nursing Program. For additional information the N.E.T. or the Nursing Program, please contact Dr. Stephen Cullen at 425-8481.


Retest: If you fail the test you must wait 60 days to retest at Gila Pueblo or you can retest at Gateway Community College, 108 N. 4th Street, Phoenix, AZ 85034.

Cost is: $30.00. Call for an appointment ~ (602) 286-8160 Monday through Friday.

Bookstore: You can order the study guide for the NET (ISBN# 09675446-4-5) by calling
1-800-678-3808, ext 8380. Cost is $36.25 plus shipping.



Gila County Provisional Community College District:

Gila Pueblo Campus: PO Box
2656 Globe, AZ 85502 Phone:
(928) 425-8481 Fax: (928) 425-8492

Payson Campus: PO Box 359
Payson, AZ 85547 Phone:
(928) 468-8039 Fax: (928) 468-8043

San Carlos Campus: PO Box 152
San Carlos, AZ 85550 Phone:
(928) 475-5981 Fax: (928) 475-5983

Top 10 Country Songs As Of 1-20-06

1. Carrie Underwood - Jesus, Take The Wheel
2. George Strait - She Let Herself Go
3. Trace Adkins - Honky Tonk Badonkadonk
4. Billy Currington - Must Be Doin' Somethin' Right
5. Brad Paisley Ftg. Dolly Parton - When I Get Where I'm Going
6. Tim McGraw - My Old Friend
7. Garth Brooks - Good Ride Cowboy
8. Dierks Bentley - Come A Little Closer
9. Sugarland - Just Might (Make Me Believe)
10. Little Big Town - Boondocks

Rascal Flatts' Featured On Grammy CD

Rascal Flatts' recording of "Bless the Broken Road" is the only country song featured on the 2006 Grammy Nominees album that's going to be released Tuesday (Jan. 24). "Bless the Broken Road" is nominated in the all-genre category for song of the year, an award presented to the songwriters. The Rascal Flatts hit was written by Bobby Boyd, Jeff Hanna and Marcus Hummon. Also, the song is up for best country performance by a duo or group with vocal, the group's first Grammy nomination. The Grammy Awards will be presented Feb. 8th in Los Angeles.

Sports News

The Myanmar Open, scheduled for February, was postponed Thursday because of concerns it would clash with Indonesia's main golf championship.

UCLA defender Marvell Wynne was taken by the MetroStars with the first pick of the 2006 Major League Soccer draft today.

The Phoenix Coyotes traded center Petr Nedved to the Philadelphia Flyers for defenseman Dennis Seidenberg.

The Chicago Blackhawks traded defenseman Anton Babchuk to the Carolina Hurricanes for defenseman Danny Richmond.

Utah coach Ray Giacoletti suspended leading scorer Bryant Markson for one game today for undisclosed disciplinary reasons.

Florida State wide receiver Fred Rouse and offensive lineman Cornelius Lewis were kicked off the team today by coach Bobby Bowden.

Marcus Gronholm of Finland took the lead at the Monte Carlo Rally today after two-time defending champion Sebastien Loeb crashed in the final stage.

Police used a stun gun on former heavyweight champion Oliver McCall after he tried running away from officers trying to arrest him for trespassing in a public housing development, authorities said.

NASCAR will begin using unleaded fuel in its cars and trucks beginning in 2008, The New York Times reported today.

Cuba will play in the World Baseball Clasic.

Jack Beckley, a longtime Indy car mechanic and former U.S. Auto Club technical chairman, has died, the Indianapolis Motor Speedway said Friday. He was 87. Beckley died at his home in Glendale, Ariz., on Thursday.

Ozzie Guillen along with his wife Ibis and their son Oney became U.S. citizen's today.

Court Slams Qwest Over Attempts To Avoid Fees

A federal appellate court rejected Qwest Communications' argument that right-of-way fees assessed by Tucson and 3 other Arizona cities were unlawful and should be eliminated. The 9th U.S. Circuit Court of Appeals decision represents the latest defeat in Qwest's years-long effort to avoid paying the annual fees for the right to use its lines and cables across Arizona cities and towns. Company officials described the court's recent decision as a setback for consumers because the fees are passed directly to Qwest customers in Tucson, Globe, Miami and Nogales. No two ordinances are identical, but the fees range from 2 percent to 5 percent of the company's gross revenue derived from services offered to residents and businesses. Tucson, for instance, assesses a 2 percent charge on all telecommunications providers and an additional 1.5 percent for right-of-way users such as Qwest.




credit: The Arizona Republic, http://www.azcentral.com

Class On CPR, Defibrillators in Paradise Valley

The Paradise Valley Rural/Metro Fire Department will be conducting a training class on CPR and on the use of automatic external defibrillators at 7 p.m. Feb. 3rd at the Paradise Valley Police Department auditorium, located: 6433 E. Lincoln Drive. The class is open to all town residents, with a $25 charge per person for the class. Call (480) 948-7418, or stop by the department between 8 a.m. and 5 p.m. weekdays by Jan. 31st to register.

Albertson's Gets Buyout Offer

Albertson's did not name the bidder in its statement, although, Supervalu Inc. said it's resumed acquisition talks with Albertson's. They don't plan to disclose more details unless a deal is approved or if talks come to an end.

MLB O.K.s Cincinnati Reds To Transfer Ownership

Major League Baseball approved the sale of the Cincinnati Reds from Carl H. Lindner, the chief executive officer of Cincinnati Reds LLC, to a group led by Robert H. Castellini, it was announced today at MLB's quarterly ownership meeting. W. Joseph Williams, Jr. and Thomas L. Williams will also purchase significant ownership interests in the Reds. Mr. Castellini will serve as the new ownership group's control person. Mr. Lindner will continue to have an ownership interest in the ball club.

Farmers Market Saturday

Bring your appetite because, the farmer's market will take place at the Farmers Market Place(the old Star Video Building), Saturday, 9:00 a.m.-12 p.m. Area vendors will have produce, plants, baked goods, jams and jellies, art, and antiques to sell. Be sure to stop by and see the new items.

15th Annual Papago Military Vehicle Show

The 15th Annual Papago Military Vehicle Show takes place Saturday and Sunday, January 28-29, 2006. Hours are from 8 AM to 5 PM, at the Arizona National Guard, 1335 N. 52nd Street, Phoenix, Arizona, 85008. One block South of McDowell Road and 52nd Street. This event is hosted by, the Arizona National Guard and Arizona Military Vehicle Collectors Club.

At the show you can get a close look at all sorts of equipment used by armed forces in Iraq. Other features include Jeeps, Humvees, troop-carriers Howitzers, and truck mounted machine guns. Immediately following the Pledge of Allegiance at 12 noon on Saturday, the Maule Sisters will perform their exciting and patriotic, “Andrew Sisters Routine”. An auction of donated military surplus as well as items suitable for children to bid on begins Saturday at 1 PM.
A swap meet is scheduled for both days. Vendors are on-site buying, selling, and trading a variety of interesting merchandise. Army surplus, parts, uniforms, fatigues, and collectibles are for sale.

Military vehicles on display are judged for originality, body condition, and detail. Awards are presented at a buffet style banquet Saturday night at 8 PM. Special guests at this years show are, The Young Marines, a nationwide youth development program founded in 1958. General admission is free. For more information, visit our web site at www.armytrucks.org or call (480) 497-9722.

U.S. 60 Weekend Work

The work will effect the eastbound Superstition Freeway through east Mesa. Restrictions this weekend mean U.S. 60 will narrow to one lane from 11 p.m. Friday to 5 a.m. Monday so crews can widen the Roosevelt Canal bridge, east of Recker Road near Superstition Springs Golf Club. Drivers headed east on the Superstition this weekend are advised to exit at either Stapley Drive or Gilbert Road, and use surface streets.

Valley Metro Bus Book Available

Valley commuters can pick up a free copy of the Valley Metro's new bus book with the latest updates to the bus schedules, routes and maps, which take effect Monday. You can get the book at local transit centers, city and county offices, libraries or on the bus. For details, visit www.valleymetro.org.

Lugnuts & Legdrops

A family has settled its lawsuit against Ford Motor Co. stemming from a rear-end collision where a limousine erupted into flames, killing the wife of a former NASCAR crew chief and her two sisters, lawyers for both sides said Wednesday.

Kyle Busch turned in the fastest lap Wednesday as most of the teams on hand for the final day of preseason testing at Daytona International Speedway got a feel for the draft on the high-banked oval.

Five-time and defending champion Mark Martin heads a 13-man field for the 2006 Crown Royal International Race of Champions Series.

The Ultimate Warrior, whose legal name according to various media outlets is now Warrior Warrior, has filed a lawsuit against Vince and Linda McMahon and WWE due to the content of the “Self Destruction of the Ultimate Warrior” DVD.

Dalip “Giant” Singh was spotted backstage at this week’s SmackDown taping. Singh is expected to begin training with Deep South Wrestling and it is expected that he will be brought to television every week during his training.

There is heavy talk of a fued between The Undertaker and Kurt Angle, with a match taking place at Wrestlemania.

WWE.com posted an article that the company has finally managed to sign Russian amateur wrestler, Oleg Prudius. He has absolutely no experience in pro wrestling, Prudius is the 2005 USA Open Heavyweight Sambo Champion, and at 6'6" he stands at 310 lbs of muscle. Other than having done some amateur wrestling and being a master of Sambo, he has also done some martial arts, as he's a member of the Martial Arts League of America. On top of that, he's also the United States Kickboxing Association (USKBA) International Heavyweight Grappling Champion.

World Wrestling Entertainment has come to terms with Heidenreich on his release from the company. WWE wishes Heidenreich the best in all his future endeavors.

Wickenburg Town Council Vice Mayor Replacement Announced

Realtor Phil Richardson was selected Monday night (Jan. 16) to replace Vice Mayor Bill Johnson on the Wickenburg Town Council. With Johnson's departure, a new vice mayor was also named.Councilman Jim Girard was appointed as vice mayor, and both his and Richardson's appointments were decided by council votes. The votes were made on sheets of yellow paper and handed to Town Clerk Donna Riffel, who tallied the votes.

Assessor's Office Member In Mammoth January 26th

A member of the Assessor's Office will be in the Mammoth office of Supervisor Lionel Ruiz to accept applications for Widow, Widower's and Disabled person's tax exemptions. The staff member will be accepting applications from 10:00 am until 1:00 pm on Thursday, January 26.

To qualify for the property tax exemption, the applicant must meet the general eligibility qualifications:

* Must be a permanent resident of Arizona.
* Assessed value of all property owned in Arizona cannot exceed $20,905.
* Income cannot exceed $25,637 per household, or $30,764 if children under the age of 18 reside in same household.

Widow-Widower Exemption

In addition to the general qualifications, the claimant must have been a resident of Arizona with spouse at the time of their death. If the spouse died while a resident of another state, the claimant must have established residency in Arizona prior to January 1, 1969. You must present the death certificate of the deceased spouse to the Assessor's representative. Do not forget-if you received this tax exemption last year, you must file an application again this year if you qualify.

Disabled Person Exemption

In addition to the general qualifications, the claimant must provide certification by a licensed physician or psychiatrist of the total permanent disability that is expected to last for a continuous period of not less than 12 months. The Assessor's representative will have the medical forms available at the Mammoth office. The claimant must also be over 17 years old.

Applicants must bring the following documents with them to the Mammoth office:

* 2005 Arizona state income tax return
* Title/tax bills or receipts for mobile homes
* License plate number for all motor vehicles
* Certified or original copy of death certificate
* Copy of prior year's tax bills or valuation cards

If you have any questions, please call the Assessors Office at (520) 866-6363.

D-Backs News

The Arizona Diamondbacks announced they've avoided salary arbitration by agreeing to terms with righthanded pitchers Brandon Lyon & Claudio Vargas, catcher Johnny Estrada & infielders Orlando Hudson & Alex Cintron on one-year contracts.

The Diamondbacks will be a part of two games being played in Yuma, Arizona during Spring Training. The first game will be held on Saturday, March 25, a split squad contest between the Diamondbacks and the San Diego Padres. The second matchup is being billed as a "Stars of the Future" event in which a team of Arizona minor leaguers will face their counterparts from San Diego's organization on Sunday, March 26. Both games will be held at 1:05 pm Mountain Standard Time at Desert Sun Stadium and are being presented by the Caballeros de Yuma. Tickets will go on sale on February 6th and can be purchased at the Caballeros' office during normal business hours. For more information, call 928-343-1715 or visit the Caballeros' website www.Caballeros.org.

Low Cost Rabies Clinic

The Gila County Rabies control dept. & Samaritan Veterinary center are having a rabies clinic, Feb., 4th from 1:30pm to 3:30pm at the Gila Animal Shelter. The shelter is located at 700 Hackney in Globe. The cost of the shot will be $8 plus the cost of the license, $15 for unaltered or $7 for a altered animal, proof of spay or neutered is needed. This is the only shot being offered at the clinic this year. The state law requires all dogs over 3 months to be vaccinated for rabies and licensed in the county you live in. As always, more information may be obtained by calling Gila County Rabies control at 425-5882 or by visiting www.gilacountyaz.gov.

3rd Annual Two Hearts Valentines Ball

The ball is sponsored by The Globe-Miami Reunion Committee at the Miami Bullion Plaza on Feb., 11th. The cost for Couples is $25 and Singles are $15 and will last from 8pm to 12am. The band for the evening is "Breaking Point" who will play a variety of songs. There will also be door prizes during the evening as well. For early ticket reservations call The Cobre Valley Center for the Arts at 425-0884 or Kookie at 402-1017.

Phoenix Golf Expo

The city of Phoenix will promote its public golf course Jan. 31 with the Phoenix Golf Expo. Visitors will be able to try out new equipment and/or practice their swing in the "driving range". Ten-minute tune-ups can be scheduled with a LPGA/PGA professional from one of the city's courses. This event will run from 8 a.m. to 3 p.m. at Phoenix City Hall, 200 W. Washington St. You can call 1-866-865-4653 for more details.

FUNDRAISER FOR THE EAST VALLEY CHILD CRISIS CENTER

Saturday, January 28, 2006 from 10am-1pm. Join them at the Phoenix Zoo for a morning of food, prizes, and fun! Help raise money for the East Valley Child Crisis Center.

* Meet Dr. Linda Acredelo, Co-founder of the Baby Signs Institute (TM)
* Visit over 20 children and family-related vendors
* Buy raffle tickets to win great prizes
* Free food and door prizes
* Enjoy the rest of your day at the Phoenix Zoo!

To purchase tickets contact Jenny Hodges at jhodges@babysignsinstitute.com. Tickets also sold by Baby Signs(R) Instructors, at Kids Town in Tempe and Breastfeeding and Baby Basics in Mesa. Tickets only $6 Children 3 and under-FREE

Phoenix Antique Market Sunday

This event Sunday will have the largest display of antique furniture in the show's history. Check it out from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. at the Arizona State Fairground, at 19th Avenue and McDowell Road, Phoenix from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Jan. 22. Free. (602) 717-7337.

Career Expo This Thursday

Junior high and high school students and their parents can learn more about technical careers at Mesa Unified School District's FREE Career and Technical Education Expo from 4:30p.m. to 7 p.m. Thursday at Mesa High School, 1630 E. Southern Ave. For information, call (480) 472-0572.

San Luis Police Captain Arrested

A DUI arrest has forced fifty-year-old John Gilbert Miranda resigned his post earlier this week, days after the California Highway Patrol arrested him for drunk driving. Miranda has had an earlier alcohol-related problem when he was demoted in 2003 after a DPS report found that he drank on duty at a 2001 meeting in Mexico and then crashed a city car on his way home. Miranda has filed for retirement and the arrest won't affect his pension. California prosecutors have yet to file formal charges.

D-Backs Get Vizcaino

The Arizona Diamondbacks have agreed to terms with righthanded pitcher Luis Vizcaino on a one-year contract, thus avoiding salary arbitration. Consistent with club policy, financial terms of the agreement were not disclosed. Vizcaino, 31, was acquired on December 20 with righthanded pitcher Orlando Hernandez and outfielder Chris Young in a deal that sent Javier Vazquez to the White Sox. Vizcaino appeared in 65 games last year for the White Sox, going 6-5 with a 3.73 ERA in 70.0 innings. He has pitched parts of seven seasons in the Major Leagues and is 21-17 with a 4.36 ERA in 338 outings (all in relief).