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WEATHER - Click Above E-News Weekly -- Friday, October 22, 2004 Issue # 88 50 Cents
CITATION ISSUED FOR DOG ATTACK G.S. -
Mohave County Animal Control responded on Thursday 10/21 to a call from a lady that was attacked by a pack of dogs. The victim, Syverson, said, "While walking my dog on a leash in the desert this morning, I was attacked by a pack of dogs. Three ran off quickly as I yelled at them. Three more jumped on my dog. My dog fought them off and they ran for home. I followed the dogs and knocked o the door at 12779 Yuma. After saying good morning and explaining to the owner of the dogs what happened, and that I was now in pain (I am disabled), he subjected me to verbal abuse and a very threatening demeanor." Syverson added, "This is to warn everyone that when walking, bicycling, or otherwise enjoying the desert in this area of Golden Shores, you must be prepared to defend yourself or your pet."
A citation was issued for dogs at large to Gary Chandler of Golden Shores. Officer Mark Durst said people NEED to be calling in when there are dogs on the lose, and they need an address of where the dogs live and they WILL issue citations. Officer Durst said the "loose dog" situation in Golden Shores is not getting any better as there are only two animal control officers for the entire county, but if you have a complaint or a problem with dogs, you can call Animal Control at 768-3125.  UNLAWFUL FLIGHT - DUI G.S. -
Mohave County Sheriff's deputies arrested Michael Terry Hogle, 35, of Golden Shores, Saturday evening 10/16 for unlawful flight from law enforcement officers, felony DUI with a blood alcohol concentration over .08%. At around 10:00 p.m. deputies attempted to conduct a traffic stop, but the vehicle failed to stop. Deputies got the vehicle to stop at Cortaro Drive and Maricopa Drive and contacted Hogle, the driver. Deputies smelled a strong odor of alcohol on Hogle. During conversations with Hogle, he admitted to have been drinking. Hogle was transported to the Fort Mohave Tribal Police station where he performed the field sobriety test and an analysis of his blood alcohol concentration that revealed a .099%. Hogle was transported and booked into the Mohave County jail.
ATTEMPTED ESCAPE FAILS Mohave Valley -
Mohave County Sheriff's deputies along with Fort Mohave Tribal Police Officers arrested Clifford Lee Abrams, 37, and Jessica Rhae Hurley, 22, both from Mohave Valley, early Wednesday morning 10/20. Abrams was arrested for escape and for a failure to appear warrant issued by Mohave County Superior Court. In a routine traffic stop, deputies recognized Abrams and knew he had an outstanding warrant. As Abrams was exiting the vehicle per the deputy's request, he took off running into a field. Abrams would not comply with the deputy's orders to stop. Deputies followed Abrams about 125 yards where they struggled to apprehend him. Deputies further restrained Abrams with pepper spray. Deputies also contacted Hurley, a passenger, and a records check showed her to have an outstanding warrant. A search of the vehicle and the surrounding area revealed syringes approximately 10 feet from the vehicle. During conversations with Hurley, she admitted to throwing the syringes from her purse. Abrams and Hurley were transported and booked into the Mohave County jail.
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NOTICE: RE - HALLOWEEN G.S. -
The Golden Shores Fire Department is not doing Halloween this year as they have done in years past. Children are invited to visit the VFW's Haunted House. All parents and children are free to take their children to any home in town that wishes to participate. Normally if a house is lighted on Halloween, they are willing to participate. Please do not send your children out without adult supervision.
SHERIFF ATTACKED ON WAGES Mohave County -
Sheriff Tom Sheahan was probably feeling really good and proud of the accomplishments of Mohave County when he found out he was the target of a recall over the same issues. The Board of Supervisors has approved another financial boost for the Sheriff's office that aims to counter the compression problem that Mohave County officials believe is causing officers to leave the Department. The Board voted Monday in support of a plan that would provide the agency with another $453,000. Pay adjustments would range from 5-percent at the low end up to 32-percent in the case of a Sgt. in line for a $9,300 raise. Sheriff Sheahan said compression and higher pay from other agencies has seen his Department lose a number of seasoned officers.
Then Sheriff Sheahan discovered he was the victim of a recall effort formally launched Monday. Proposing to recall the sheriff are Kingman residents George Bagubie and J.N. Skousen, organizers of the Mohave County Citizens for Accountability and Justice. Bagubie blamed the sheriff for a low level salary and benefit plan that has seen seasoned and valued members of the Department leave for higher paying jobs with other agencies. Sheriff Sheahan responded that the pay problem was substantially corrected during Monday's meeting of the Board of Supervisors meeting. The Sheriff also said he should not be blamed for a budget established by county supervisors. Bagubie, however, said the sheriff should have done a better job in stating his case to have more dollars allocated to his Department. Bagubie said Sheahan is also to blame for drugs and drug-related crime and stated, "I believe his (Sheahan's) philosophy is to contain it rather than solve it." The Sheriff responded that the Department has made more drug arrests during his tenure than ever before. "We're putting more people in jail, busting methamphetamine labs and doing what needs to be done," Sheahan said. "I have taken this job very seriously and have done a good job," the Sheriff said, "and I've got an outstanding staff that has also done an outstanding job." The Sheriff said he enjoys solid support throughout the county - support that he said was clearly measured and demonstrated in past elections as well as by the fact that no one stepped forward to challenge him in the current election cycle. "We have a lot of wide-ranging support," Bagubie said, "and it's non-partisan. This is not a Republican or Democrat issue - this is everybody." County Elections Director Allen Tempert said it was not immediately clear how many valid signatures the ouster effort would require to bring the recall to a public vote. However, he said Bagubie and supporters have 120 days to collect recall signatures.
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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WEBSITE DESIGN & MAINTENANCE FLU SHOT PRICE GOUGING Washington D.C. -
Senator Jon Kyl (R-AZ) is shining a light on the possibility of price gouging.
The State of Arizona has no explicit price gouging laws, but a statement issued by Kyl’s office is asking Arizonans to report any instances of overcharging to state officials who will forward the information to the proper federal authorities. Kyl called the practice of price gouging “indefensible” and said “Those responsible must be held accountable”. The issue has come up due to a shortage of flu vaccine caused by manufacturing problems at Chiron, the British company responsible for between 46-48 million doses of vaccine. The statement asks that consumers call the Arizona Attorney General’s Office at 1-800-352-8431 to report any incidents of price gouging.
FROM THE GOVERNOR Phoenix -
The recent flu vaccine shortage has prompted Arizona Gov. Janet Napolitano to call for a National Flu Vaccine Summit.
In a letter sent to the Centers for Disease Control Monday, Napolitano requested that governors from all 50 states and public health officials come together to address the recurring problem of vaccine shortages.
In a statement issued by her office, Napolitano said, “The vaccine shortage this year is a reality, and we have to deal with it”. She proposes addressing three separate issues: how to replace outdated vaccine technology, what preparations are being made by the federal government for next years flu season, and how to deal with the current shortage.
According to the statement, Napolitano would like to see a national plan developed to deal with similar situations.
Please don't hesitate to contact my office at (800) 253-0883 or visit my website at www.governor.state.az.us. FLU SHOTS ARE COMING! G.S. -
Debbie Muston of the Golden Shores Fire Department issued a statement today that flu shots are coming to Golden Shores on Tuesday, November 2nd, beginning at 9:00 a.m. until the vaccine is gone. However, there is a catch to it -- You must be at least 65 years old, or if under 65 with a high risk medical condition the nurse will screen you for elegibility. The cost of the flu shots is becoming like gasoline, or worse. The price this year for a flu shot is $21 and a pneumonia shot is $32. If you have a Medicare Card, it's FREE. All residents must bring proof of residence to receive a vaccine.
BANK EMAIL SCAM Tri-state -
Wells Fargo Bank is warning customers of an Internet scam apparently setup to get personal banking information from customers. The email, which looks very official and is situated on Wells Fargo letterhead and has a link with a root domain of wellsfargo.com, is asking bank customers to immediately verify banking information due to a large amount of identity theft.
According to Michelle Scott, vice president of public relations for Wells Fargo bank, the bank never circulated such an email and said they never ask for personal information to be submitted from email.
Scott said that the bank believes these emails are being circulated off mass mailing lists as they are going to people that don’t even bank with Wells Fargo. She said that Well Fargo would cover any loss to customers as a result of fraud.
VFW ACTIVITIES
HALLOWEEN HAUNTED HOUSE -
VFW 6306 and Auxiliaries have planned the 1st ANNUAL HAUNTED HOUSE on Halloween for the kids of Golden Shores on October 31 at 4 p.m. There will be a costume contest, prizes and trick-or-treat bags. No admission charge. Donations of candy or cash will be appreciated. Please bring candy or cash to the post at 12858 Oatman Hwy. on Monday thru Friday from 8 a.m. to noon no later than Oct. 20. For information, call Jimmy Shilo at VFW 768-3033.
NO BINGO OCT. 31 Bingo will not be played on Oct. 31st. This is due to the kids Halloween Haunted House on that day. Bingo will resume the following Sunday. VFW MEETING DATE CHANGED Because of Veterans Day, Nov. 11th, the VFW meeting date has been changed. VFW 6306 members will hold its regular meeting on Nov. 4 at 5 p.m. SCARE-E-OAKE AT VFW Scare-e-oke karaoke on Oct. 27 will include a costume contest with prizes and giveaways at the VFW 6306 post from 7 to 11 p.m. Jim and Laurie have planned a big night of fun. A prize for best costume. VETERANS MEMORIAL A burger in the park fund-raiser will be held Sat. Oct. 23 from noon to 4 p.m. The event includes an afternoon of entertainment. Big burgers, hot dogs and beverages. A $3 donation for burgers. A container will be there for additional donations. Checks are acceptable. Make checks to VFW 6306 and mark in memo space “Veterans Memorial” so the money goes in the correct account. VFW CHILI COOK-OFF VFW 6306 and auxiliaries will hold its18th Annual Chili Cook-Off Sat. Nov. 13th at the post. Cooking will start at 11 a.m. Judging will be at 3 p.m. A horseshoe contest at 10 a.m. will start of the day’s activities. As the chili is cooking, spectators may participate in the pie-throwing contest. There will be live music, hamburgers, hot dogs, fries, and burritos. A grand raffle is for a 2day, one night stay at Ramada Hotel/Casino with a dinner for two and breakfast for two (not the buffet). A $300 value for a $3 ticket. Drawings for other raffle prizes will be announced during the cook-off. LADIES AUXILIARY BAKE SALE Ladies Auxiliary VFW 6306 will have a bake sale and white elephant sale during the 18th Annual Chili Cook-Off Sat. Nov. 13. The bake sale is to raise funds for VFW Scholarship Fund. Donations are needed. Baked goods are to be delivered to the post by 9 a.m. Nov. 13. Volunteers are needed to display and price white elephant items. CANCER SUPPORT GROUP Golden Shores Cancer Support Group will meet at the VFW 6306 post at 12858 Oatman Hwy. Wed. Oct. 29 at 3 p.m. Anyone who has cancer or had cancer or a family member who has cancer is invited to attend. The meeting is open to the public. YOUTH PATRIOTIC ART CONTEST Ladies Auxiliary VFW 6306 is looking for young artists who are students in grades 9, 10, 11 and 12 to enter the Young American Creative Patriotic Art Contest. Home schooled students are eligible; foreign exchange students are not. Auxiliary winner will advance to state judging. State winners will advance to the national competition. National first place winner will receive a $10,000 scholarship and includes two nights lodging to attend the 2005 Ladies Auxiliary National Convention in Salt Lake City. The first place winner will be featured on the cover of the Ladies Auxiliary VFW Magazine and on the Auxiliary web site. Second place will receive a $5,000 scholarship. Third place will receive a $2,500 scholarship. Second and third place winners will also be featured in the Ladies Auxiliary magazine. For information and rules, contact Lucille “Luke” Boyer at (928) 768-5574 or e-mail at lukeboy@citlink. LOYALTY DAY PLANS BEGIN VFW 6306 and auxiliaries’ 20th Annual Loyalty Day Parade is scheduled for April 16, 2005. Twenty consecutive years is a big milestone and big plans are needed for a big successful parade. The first meeting will be at the post Nov. 3 at 10 a.m. We are open for plans, ideas, suggestions and a parade theme. Local organizations, businesses, and individuals are welcome to come. We will need many volunteers.  OPINIONS
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CORRECTION: G.S. -
The story that ran on October 8, "BOY, 14, GOES TO JAIL" had some misinformation. The Coleman boy was confused with another boy who had nothing to eat. This correction is to say that Kory A. Coleman was not angry because he had nothing to eat. This editor apologizes for the misinformation.
COMMUNITY DINNER & AUCTION G.S. -
The Golden Shores Community Center is having a Dinner & Auction this Saturday 10/23 at 5:00 p.m. It is sure to be lots of fun and you are sure to find just what you've always wanted. See ya there.
BEAN BLOWOUT G.S. -
The Golden Shores Friends of the Library is having their annual Bean Blowout next Friday 10/29 at the Community Center.
There will be lots of different kinds of beans plus deserts, entertainment, prizes and lots of fun.
BREAST CANCER - THE SIGNS -
According to the National Cancer Institute, the frequency of breast cancer in women is second only to skin cancer. It is important to know if you are at risk. Personal and family histories of breast cancer, certain breast changes, and certain genes can all affect breast-cancer risk. Talk to your doctor about your specific situation. It is also important to know the signs of breast cancer: early detection is key to treatment and recovery. Performing a monthly self-examination is still recommended by many health professionals, as is having a yearly exam performed by your doctor. In addition, the National Cancer Institute suggests keeping an eye out for the following signs:
A lump or thickening in or near the breast or in the underarm area. A change in the size or shape of the breast. Nipple discharge or tenderness. An inverted nipple. Ridges or pitting on the breast (resembling an orange peel). A change in the look or feel of the breast, areola or nipple (such as temperature, swelling, redness or a scaly feel). If you are experiencing any of these symptoms, see your doctor for a diagnosis and possible treatment. If you are over 40, mammograms are suggested annually.
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