Golden Shores eXtra
WEATHER - Click Above E-News Weekly -- Friday, September 3, 2004 Issue # 81
HAPPY LABOR DAY! BOAT RE-CATCHES FIRE Topock -
Some people were attempting to do some clean-up work on the burned boats parked in the lot on the south side of the road at the Topock Marina when one of the boat decks rekindled. The Golden Shores Fire Department responded in numbers at around 1:00 p.m. on Thursday 9/2 and the fire was quickly extenguished.
LAW ENFORCEMENT EXPECTS BUSY LABOR DAY WEEKEND Mohave County -
The Mohave County Sheriff's Office, the Department of Public Safety and Police Departments will be hitting the streets this holiday weekend in a special saturation patrol details. The officers will be focusing on DUI's, underage drinking, speeding, seatbelt violations and child safety restraints. The goal is prevention and not arrest.
Impaired driving is a crime. As a community we all support law enforcement efforts to protect us from theft, burglary, assault, and terrorism. Yet many otherwise law-abiding citizens continue to view impaired driving merely as a traffic offense. Don't be fooled - You Drink & Drive - You Lose.
TWO LADIES VERY SICK G.S. -
Two well known local ladies ended up in the hospital this week. First was Lucille "Luke" Boyer, publicity chairman for the local VFW Post 6306 and writer and contributor to this paper. After being in Cincinnati, August 14-20th and being honored with national awards by the VFW Ladies Auxiliary, she returned home reportedly dehydrated and required major surgery. At one point it was feared that Luke might not make it thru the night. Luke is still at Needles Hospital and is reportedly doing better and recovering at the time of this article.
The other one is Barbara Lee Bivins, owner of Small World of Beauty. Barbara was taken to Needles in fear of a heart attack. After being there for a while, they determined that she had had a stroke. Barbara is reported to be back at home resting and recovering.
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NO MORE RUNNING FROM THE LAW Bullhead City -
Suspect Jason Cushman's days of running from the law ended Monday night in Bullhead City as US Marshalls, Anaheim, CA. police and Bullhead City police caught the elusive fugitive. Bullhead City police officer Robin Holstrom assisted U.S. Marshalls in bringing down a wanted fugitive late Monday night. According to Bullhead City police spokesman Carrie Cotter, Marshalls were in Bullhead specifically searching for 27 year-old Jason Cushman who was wanted on numerous felony warrants out of Ventura County, CA., Orange County CA. and Fallon, NV.
Cushman was wanted on many charges including: distribution of Methamphetamine, grand theft auto, burglary, and felony possession of a firearm. 20 warrants out of Nevada include among other things: fraud and burglary. Cushman was described as an armed and dangerous criminal with strong ties to the notorious prison gang the “Nazi Low Riders. Bail for Cushman will be set for at least $2.9 million.
FOGGING BEGINS SOON G.S. -
Fogging did not begin as expected in the area Monday night.
Clarke Mosquito Control, the company hired by Mohave County to handle the spraying of insecticide, was unable to get started as winds were reported at 12-15 mph in the late evening and early morning hours, and spraying is prohibited when winds exceed 12 mph. The fogging of the area is scheduled to continue as long as the winds remain calm. It is unknown just when Golden Shores will be sprayed.
Concerned and curious citizens can call the Public Health Department's hotline at 1-800-858-7378 or the information will also be posted on the website at www.HealthELinks.com.
WOMEN'S CLUB RUMMAGE SALE G.S. -
The Women's Club Rummage Sale will take place next Friday and Saturday, September 10-11 from 7:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. As printed last week, the president of the Women's Club, Pat Colloran, was sued last week for allegedly not paying someone she had recruited to help with her personal yard sale, This editor wishes to make it clear that the lawsuit did not mention the Golden Shores Women's Club and we apologize if there was any misunderstanding. The suit only alleged that Colloran offered to pay a member of the Women's Club to help with her personal yard sale, then refused to do so.
DON'T FORGET TO VOTE G.S. -
If you are a registered voter, Tuesday is voting day in Golden Shores at the Civic Center from 7:00 a.m. to 7:00 p.m.
KNOW ABOUT NEWS? G.S. -
Sometimes the only way we can get news is if someone calls or emails to tell us about it. Anytime you know about news, please call 768-1400 or email news@goldenshores.net so we can follow up. We would love to have some articles written by local people as well. Thanks. The Editor.
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NEW & USED COMPUTERS VFW 6306 AUGUST ACTIVITIES G.S. -
HOSPICE OF HAVASU TO VISIT VFW 6306
Hospice of Havasu, Inc. will visit VFW 6306 and auxiliaries on Sept. 16 at 1 p.m. Hospice treats anyone who has a terminal illness and helps families of those who are terminally ill. The subject for the meeting is, “What hospice can do for you and what you can do for hospice.” Any person and family who are coping with a terminal disease and cancer survivors, those who have or had cancer, and families and friends of cancer victims are invited to attend. The meeting is open to men as well as women and is open to all. The support group will meet on the last Wed. of the month at 3 p.m. The group would like to see men cancer survivors and spouses come to the meetings. As Debbie said, "Men get cancer too." For information, call Debbie Blizzard at 788-3666. DINNER AND MAGIC SHOW An evening of fun and magic will be held at VFW Post 6306 on Sept. 4 at 5 p.rn. A magic show will follow at 6 p.rn. Hollis Wolfe will prepare his famous Swiss steak dinner. Magician Shawn McMaster will perform mystery and magic. Seating is limited Advance tickets are available at the canteen. A donation of $6.50 is requested. KARAOKE RETURNS TO VFW VFW 6306 and auxiliaries announce the return of Karaoke Nites at the post. Shilo Entertainment with Jimmy and Laurie will play songs for singers and listeners on Sept. 15th and 29th from 7 to 11 p.m. Beginning Oct 6, karaoke will be at the post every Wed. 7-11 p.m. This event is open to the public. The VFW Post also announces the addition of Poker Pool to be played on Saturdays at 4:30 p.m. Dual Pool is played Tues. at 6 p.m. 9-Ball billiards will be played on Wed. and 8-Ball on Thurs. at 4:30 p.m. These events are open to the public. FROM THE GOVERNOR Phoenix -
Next week marks the three-year anniversary of the September 11th attacks. Now, the time has come to establish a permanent tribute to that day's victims, and heroes. The Governor's 9-11 Memorial Commission will design and construct a monument to honor those who died and to those who rallied to the cause of rescue and recovery. I have challenged them to create a memorial that reflects the impact the tragedy had on Arizona.
Yesterday I kicked off a statewide fundraiser for this memorial. To assist with this effort, please bring old cell phones to any Bank of America location in Arizona, or one of many state government offices. To learn more about this memorial drive, make a monetary donation, or locate the cell phone drop-off point nearest you, visit www.az911memorial.com. Please don't hesitate to contact my office at (800) 253-0883 or visit my website at www.governor.state.az.us. COUNTY FAIR DRAWING NEAR Kingman -
The Mohave County Fair is now less than a month away, starting September 9th.
AUGUST WEATHER SUMMARY G.S. -
The low temperature of the month was 71.3°F which occurred on the 28th. On the 11th we had a high temperature of 117.7°F. The average lows and high were 79.9° and 106.8°. Our monsoons returned bringing much needed moisture to the desert. On the 11th we received a trace of .01 inches. On the 13th, .88 inches of rain deluged temporarily dropping the air temperature to 72°F. The washes ran and all roads in and out of town were closed. Four days later, on the 17th, .024 inches of rain fell. Again on the 18th, .251 inches fell and dropped the temperature to 71.1°F. Again the washes ran and roads were closed on the morning of the 19th when .5 inches of rain fell. The temperature dropped to a cool 68.9°F. The end result was 1.67 inches of rain for the month of August.
Weather fact: Raindrops can be anywhere from .0008 to .25 inches in diameter. Rain is considered light if less than .021 inches falls in an hour, heavy if more than .16 inches falls in an hour. Each year 16 million thunderstorms rage across the earth. Every second about 100 lightening bolts strike the earth producing a constant power surge of 4 billion killowatts. This weather feature is provided by: Scott's Remodel & Repair Scott & Charmaigne Browne Phone: 768-5432
AARP DRIVER SAFETY PROGRAM G.S. -
Well, it’s time for the fall program to begin. Are you ready? I know some of you are because I have already had calls for the next class date. The fall program begins on September 27th at 8:15 a.m. in the Community Building at 13136 Golden Shores Parkway in Golden Shores.
Reservations are a must!!!! Call Imogene Wright at 768-4740 for reservations. AARP charges $10 per person to participate, payable the day of the class.
I will be contacting those of you who participated in the program three years ago. I’m looking forward to helping everyone again.
If you would like to brush-up on the driving rules and regulations but do not get a discount on your insurance when you participate in this program, give me a call to see if you qualify to attend.
JULIE VASQUEZ EARNS DEGREE G.S. -
Local resident, Julie Vasquez was recently awarded a bachelor of science in nursing degree from the University of Phoenix. Commencement ceremonies were held in Phoenix July 23rd.
 LABOR DAY PARADE Oatman -
The Oatman Gold Road Chamber of Commerce will be holding the Oatman Labor Day Weekend Parade on Sunday, September 5th. Don’t miss all the fun including the Wild West Gun fights in the street, the Burro Bisket Toss, Cash prize treasure hunts, and much more local entertainment. The parade starts at 11 am and lasts all day. For more information, call Linda at 768-3839.
HOUSE FIRE IN LHC Lake Havasu City -
It is believed a clothes dryer could have been the cause of a structure fire that left four people homeless on Wednesday 9/1. Fire companies worked through opressive heat, smoke and flames to control a house fire before it spread to surrounding structures. A fire chief said that the carport area did collapse but were able to save the interior of the structure. Palm trees next to the house also caught fire, but it did not spread to the neighboring units in the complex, or any structures near the apartment. All the residents of the home got out and no injuries were reported.
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FOOD CARE SIGNUP G.S. -
The Civic Center wakes up again in September with breakfast on this Saturday 9/4. Signup for Food Care will resume during this time, 7-11 a.m. If you can't make the breakfast, please call 768-1400 no later than 12 noon Monday 9/13.
This year we have been getting a LOT of extra stuff with our food boxes. Produce seems to be in plentiful supply. The price of each box is only $15 and it seems we are getting that much worth of produce plus the regular box, the meat, eggs, butter, etc. So come and signup, get yourself some good food and help keep the Food Care program going strong. MISS G.S. PAGEANT DATE SET G.S. -
Miss Golden Shores Pageant sponsored by Topock/Golden Shores Chamber of Commerce will be held January 22, 2005.
Young ladies between the ages of 14-18 and a resident of Topock/Golden Shores are eligible to compete in the pageant.
Applications are available at Desert Video, Topock Elementary or by calling Lanora Henry 768-9010, Imogene Wright 768-4740 or Bette Schermerhorn 768-2318. Applications must be submitted to Desert Video by October 8th , or brought to orientation on Oct 16th with a recommendation from a school counselor, principal, minister or other community leader. For more information please contact Pageant coordinator Lanora Henry 768-9010, Imogene Wright 768-4740 or Bette Schermerhorn 768-2818.
If you would like to sponsor one of the young ladies, please contact one of the committee members at numbers above. Anyone interested in working with the pageant please contact one of the committee members.
TOPOCK SCHOOL TAX CREDITS G.S. -
Arizona is fortunate to offer a tax credit on state taxes. Any taxpayer may contribute up to $200.00 per individual or $250.00 per couple to any fee-required extra curricular activity offered at the school. This is a direct credit, not a deduction. That means it is subtracted from taxes you owe and is fully refunded for up to $250.00. For example, if you owe $400.00 for the year in Arizona state income taxes and give $250.00 to a school, you would only owe $150.00 for the tax year. It literally costs you nothing to give the $250.00. It comes back to you as a credit, refund, or reduction. We urge you to help share this message with all Arizona tax payers, your friends, neighbors and relatives. Any resident of Arizona may take advantage of this extraordinary opportunity to help the students of Topock. For assistance or questions, please call 768-3344. Sincerely, Topock Elementary Governing Board & Administration FREE CLASSIFIEDS, Click Here (Personal ads only) FREE CLASSIFIEDS: WEEKLY FUNNY A man in Amarillo, Texas decided to write a book about churches around the country. He started by flying to San Francisco at the Golden Gate bridge.
Going to a very large church, he began taking photographs and notes. He spotted a Golden telephone on the vestibule wall and was intrigued by a sign which read: "$10,000 a minute." Seeking out the Pastor he asked about the phone and the sign. The Pastor explained that the Golden phone was, in fact, a direct line to Heaven and if he paid the price he could talk directly to God. The man thanked the Pastor and continued on his way. As he continued to visit churches in Washington, Montana, Golden, Colorado, Utah and all around the country, he found more Golden phones with the same sign and got the same answer from each Pastor. Finally, he arrived in Golden Shores, Arizona. Upon entering a church in Golden Shores, behold, he saw the usual Golden telephone. But THIS time, the sign read: "Calls: 35 cents." Fascinated, he asked to talk to the Pastor. "Reverend, I have been in cities all across the country and in each church I have found this Golden telephone. I have been told it is a direct line to Heaven and that I could talk to God, but, in the other churches the cost was $10,000 a minute. Your sign reads 35 cents. Why?" The Pastor, smiling benignly, replied, "Son, you're in Golden Shores, Arizona now... It's a local call." WEEKLY QUOTE
"The only true wisdom is in knowing you know nothing."
- Socrates
WEEKLY PRAYER Dear Heavenly Father,
We lift up our hearts to You asking You to search them carefully. Clean them up, clean them out, heal the scars and wounds You see there, make them hearts that can love with Your kind of love. Let us become the people You can trust to take Your love and share it with others who hurt like we have hurt. Give us compassion on others that we lack now. Look down on us in Your mercy and help us to be merciful too in Jesus name. Let us glorify you.
We pray and ask these things in the Name of Jesus. Amen. If you believe this prayer, please continue... If you are reading the printed version and this is your first time to pray this or similar prayer, please contact or attend your local church. Learn about your future: Click Here. NEED A RIDE TO CHURCH?
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