Golden Shores eXtra
WEATHER - Click Above E-News Weekly -- Friday, November 5, 2004 Issue # 90 50 Cents
TRUCK ROLLOVER ON I-40
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On Friday morning 10/29 the Golden Shores Fire Department responded to a 18-wheeler rollover at mile marker 2 on Interstate 40. As he began to descend down the long hill to Topock, a westbound truck driver somehow lost control. He rear-ended a small trailer, that was being pulled behind a stepvan, crossed the median and hit a concrete drain in the middle of the median. The momentum carried the truck on into the oncoming eastbound traffic and hit at least 2 additional vehicles. The truck rolled over and left the highway. At least 2 people were taken to Colorado River Medical Center in Needles. It is not known how the driver lost control or the condition of the injuried.
 FIGHT COULD HAVE BEEN DEADLY G.S. -
On Friday evening 10/29, Mohave County Sheriff's Deputies responded to an assault call in the 5000 block of Powell Lake Road and contacted the 19-year-old male victim. The victim reported that he got into a verbal altercation with Romero which turned into a physical fight. Romero hit him in the face and jumped on top of him. The victim also reported that Romero threatened him with a knife. Golden Shores Fire Department EMTs responded and treated the victim. Deputies contacted Romero and during conversations, she admitted to being in a fight with the victim and pulling a knife at him. Sheriff's deputies arrested Kimberly August Romero, 26, of Golden Shores, for aggravated assault with a deadly weapon, felony. Romero was taken into custody, transported and booked into the Mohave County jail.
MAN ARRESTED DIES Kingman -
Mohave County Sheriff's deputies responded to two incidents involving the same person late Friday night 10/29. The suspect was pronounced dead early Saturday morning, shortly after he was taken into custody.
Sheriff’s deputies responded to two calls within an hour on Northern Ave. involving a 37-year-old male subject. On the second call, when they tried to take the man into custody. Deputies were forced to use pepper spray and leg cuffs in restraining him. Deputies then recognized that he was in need of further medical attention. Medical personnel transported the man to Kingman Regional Medical Center, where he was pronounced dead. The death is being investigated by the Kingman Police Department, due to the request of the Mohave County Sheriff’s Office to ensure impartiality.
100's SHOW FOR FLU SHOTS G.S. -
Hundreds of people showed up at the Golden Shores Fire Department on Tuesday 11/2 for their flu shots. However, they were surprised to learn that the Mohave County Department of Health only arrived with 100 vaccinations. After the 100 shots were given, everyone else was turned away. There will be more flu shots available at Mohave Community College on November 8th. For more information call the Department of Health at 888-735-3711 or contact your doctor.
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VOTERS TURNOUT UP G.S. -
by Luke Boyer - The General Election 2004 held at Golden Shores Community Center made a big difference this year. Voters came in bunches and, at times, were seen lined up along the south wall of the room. Poll worker Vaudis Woodall said the turnout was very good and the number of voters was nearly 50% with a little time left before closing. All poll workers agreed that it was a great improvement and were happy seeing half of the 1,270 registered voters come in to vote. New voting machines were used. Instead of poking holes in a card, a felt pen was used to fill in a designated place. Working the poll were Vaudis Woodall, Bobbie Ormiston, Darlene Spiegel, Jean Deetz, Imogene Wright, Audrey Haslip and Bill Woodall.
LOCAL ELECTION SUMMARY Mohave County -
In Mohave County, federal candidates John McCain and Trent Franks held strong victories. In the state Legislature, Ron Gould will serve as Dist. 3 Senator, and Representatives Nancy McLain and Trish Groe are new to join him.
The Mohave County Board of Supervisors remains the same, Pete Byers and Tom Sockwell winning their races and Buster Johnson ran unopposed. The Arizona Corporation Commission remains unchanged. Others ran unopposed including Matt Smith -County Attorney, Tom Sheahan - Sheriff, Lee Fabrizio - Treasurer, Mike File - School Superintendent, Joan McCall - Recorder, and Ron Nicholson - County Assessor.
The BIG STORY for Golden Shores is Mike McDonald and Julia Vasquez for Topock School Board who ended up with 293 and 294 votes respectively. Apparently there became quite a controversy over some issues and many people changed their minds before voting. A vote this close requires a mandatory recount and we will not know the results for at least a week. To view the results on the Mohave County website Click Here. WHY BUSH WON THE ELECTION National -
President Bush gained more votes than any presidential candidate in our nation's history. What happened? Exit polls show that the number one issue on the minds of voters in this election was Moral Values. Our research team has posted a special report on the role of the Values Voter in this election.
GAY MARRIAGE ON THE RUN! There remains only one group with whom homosexual marriage is popular - activist judges. Eleven states had marriage initiatives on the ballot and all 11 passed, most by huge margins. This is a mandate from the American people on marriage that bodes well for the effort to save marriage in 2005. GREAT FEAR OF TERRORISM President Bush has spent many $billions seting up Homeland Security and, along with other countries, sending troops to Iraq. The American people will always stand behind a leader that will protect them from the threat of losing their freedom. President Bush may not have always made the right decision, but at least he is willing to take all the facts into account and make a decision and take action to the best of his ability based on the information available. Nevertheless, he is our president for the next 4 years and we must back him and pray for him to be a good leader.
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WEBSITE DESIGN & MAINTENANCE HAUNTED HOUSE G.S. -
The 1st Annual Haunted House was held at the VFW 6306 on 10/31. 160 kids showed up and with parents, it was quite a crowd. As with a first annual anything, the Halloween party was confusing at times. Pictures of winners are not available as they scattered as soon as they received their prizes. Winners in age groups received a $50 U.S. Savings Bond. Names of the winners are: Richard Roden, Chris Roden, Shila Boyle, Kristina Armantrout, Brayden Sattler, Austin Welch-Rasch, Aslyn Welch-Rasch, Gabriella Martinez, Brittany Evatt and David Potter. Costume winners were – infants to 3 yrs. Lion King (Brayden Sattler), one of the 101 Dalmatians, and a baby clown. Ages 4 to 6 yrs. – Fireman, Superman with cape, a cheetah and Snow White. Ages 7 to 9 yrs. – A person with very green face and a ghoul with a bleeding skull face. Ages 10 to 12 yrs. – A construction worker and Aladin’s Jasmine. We thank judges Shawn Walless (G.S. Fire Dept.), Konnie Bodnar (G.S. Water Co.) and G.S.F.D Auxiliary member Ruth Manry. After costume judging, the haunted house door opened and kids streamed through. A trick-or-treat bag was given to each kid at the end of the haunted house maze. Auxiliary President Joan Thompson said 170 bags were given, however, a few kids managed to make a trip though more than once.
FROM THE GOVERNOR Phoenix -
As the election season winds down and the upcoming legislative session approaches, I will continue to promote issues that matter most to Arizonans: a strong public education system, economic development goals and affordable and accessible healthcare. We will implement voluntary full-day kindergarten in every school by 2009. We will improve teacher quality and, together, we will ensure that every child starts school safe, healthy and ready to learn.
All Arizonans deserve access to affordable healthcare. We have created one of the nation’s first free prescription drug discount cards, the CopperRxSM Card, which offers simplicity, universal senior participation and substantial savings. I will continue to expand healthcare coverage to Arizonans through programs like the Healthcare Group of Arizona, which provides affordable healthcare to small businesses. Please don't hesitate to contact my office at (800) 253-0883 or visit my website at www.governor.state.az.us. MORE RAIN COMING G.S. -
The National Weather Service is predicting more rain for the local desert area beginning on Monday. We are suppose to get rain, off and on, for about 3 days.
OCTOBER WEATHER SUMMARY G.S. -
The low temperature of the onth was 47.2°F which occurred on the 30th. On the 9th, the high temperature of the month recorded at 97.4°F. The average low and high was 58.7°F and 83°F. The fluctuation of southern and northerly wind flows continued as the northern winds of winter vie for control. On the 13th, extreme northern winds blew through causing a parked pontoon boat to blow over and off of its trailer.
The Mojave Desert was again blessed with rain on the following dates: 20th .13 inch, 21st .78 inch, 23rd .02 (dew), 24th .01 (dew), 27th .91 inch. The math says it, a total of 1.85 inches of moisture accumulated in October. The rains of the 27th fell upon already saturated sands causing local flooding in all our washes. WEATHER FACT: Approximately 33% of the earth's land is considered arid; that is, it gets less than 20 inches of rain each year. The dry areas to the lee of mountains are said to be "in rain shadow." In North America, these areas are often marked by desert conditions. Desert temperatures can swing as much as 80°F between night and day. The average temperature worldwide is 58°F. This weather feature was provided by: Scott's Remodel and Repair Scott & Charmaigne Browne. 768-5432.
VFW POST 6306 ACTIVITIES -
HOT BEEF STEW DINNER
Ladies Auxiliary VFW 6306 will serve a hot beef stew dinner Nov. 6 from 5 to 7 p.m. Dinner includes salad, roll and dessert. A donation of $4.50 is requested. 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. VETERANS DAY Veterans Day service will be held at Desert Lawn Cemetery on Nov. 11 at 11 a.m. VFW Posts 404, Mohave Valley, 6306 Golden Shores and 10005 Bullhead City and respective auxiliaries will jointly conduct the service. The service is open to the public. BUDDY POPPY PROGRAM VFW 6306 and Auxiliaries will be out in the local area seeking donations for the VFW Buddy Poppy Program Nov. 12-14. We DO NOT sell Buddy Poppies. We only ask for donations. All donations, every penny, received is placed in VFW 6306 and Auxiliaries Relief Fund. The Relief Fund helps veterans and families, widows of veterans and orphans in need. Please wear a Buddy Poppy. VFW CHILI COOK-OFF VFW 6306 and auxiliaries will hold its 18th 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 off 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. FREE THANKSGIVING DINNER A free Thanksgiving dinner for Golden Shores by VFW 6306 and Auxiliaries will be served Nov. 25 at the post. The turkey dinner with all traditional trimmings will start at noon. Dinner for shut-ins will be delivered before noon. Donations of food items or cash to purchase what donations do not cover will greatly be appreciated. A list for donations is at the post canteen. For information, call the post at 768-3033. LOYALTY DAY PLANS BEGIN The VFW 6396 and Auxiliaries' 20th Annual Loyalty Day Parade and Pit Barbecue Committee held its first meeting Nov. 3. The Loyalty Day Parade will be held in Golden Shores April 16, 2004 at 11 a.m. The theme this year is "Honor Our Veterans Of Past, Present and Future." Future veterans does not mean we expect another war but, to honor those who serve our country in time of peace. Plans for the parade were penciled in. We will need your help to make final plans. The next meeting will be held at the post on Dec. 1 at 10 a.m. We need the support of organizations, schools, churches, businesses and individuals.  OPINIONS
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FOOD CARE SIGNUP G.S. -
THIS SATURDAY is Food Care Club day at the Golden Shores Community Center breakfast from 7-11 a.m. You won't be disappointed with the $15 box of food. You get around $50 worth of food in each box and you can have up to 3 boxes. See ya there!
TOPOCK RUNNERS PREPARE FOR JUNIOR OLYMPICS
G.S. -
Topock Cross Country runners Tess Berryman (shown above) and Laci
Sweaney have their sights set on the top.
Both girls are 8th graders at
Topock Elementary School. They will compete in the
Youth Girls category for runners born in 1990 and
1991.
"Tess and Laci have had a great season this year. They have finished in the top five in all of their races. They're great students, great citizens, and have great attitudes towards running. They should be the number two and number three varsity girls runners behind Kaili Hewlett at River Valley next year," says long-time Topock coach John Warren. "It's nice to reward their efforts with the Junior Olympics." The top 25 finishers may advance to the Regional Championships in El Paso, Texas, on November 20th with the National Championships being held on December 11, in Schaumburg, Illinois. "We've had runners from Topock qualify for nationals in the past and Zach Julander actually competed in Nebraska. Tess and Laci have just as good a chance as anybody at qualifying." They concluded the regular season at Topock on Thursday 11/4. Tess took 2nd place and Laci took 5th place. Both will go to the Arizona State Junior Olympic Championships to be held in Phoenix on Saturday, November 13th.
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Humor is a rubber sword - it allows you to
make a point without drawing blood.
-- Mary Hirsch
WEEKLY PRAYER Dear Heavenly Father,
We come seeking Your warmth, Your comfort. We come asking You to lift us up in Your Hands, cradle us in Your arms. We hurt, our minds grow tired, out hearts ache, we grieve. Our bones groan inside us. We don't know where else to turn, what else to be. We are pushed, pulled critisized, rejected time and again. We do our best to count it all joy and cry ourselves to sleep so we come to You our healer, Jehovah God our Father, asking You to heal us.
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.
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