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1 February 18 Monday Edition Always Free! Student Athletes Of The Month Since 1964 Since 1964 Since Since Since 1964 Road Work & Travel Advisory Local BusinessesJohnson Ranch Johnson Ranch Johnson Johnson Ranch Ranch OrderOnline! Online! E. Hunt Highway #108 Johnson Ranch Order 287 E. Hunt Highway #108 Sponsoring Stu- 287Queen Covering The Order OrderOnline! Online! E. E. Hunt Hunt Highway Highway #108 #108 AZAZ85243 Queen Creek, Order Online! 287 E.Creek, Hunt Highway #108 Queen Queen Creek, Creek, AZ AZ Queen Creek, AZ East Valley dent Athletes Local businesses taking part in local education. See what these businesses are doing and what student athletes were selected for this month. Continued on page 5 10% OFF 10% OFF 10% 10% OFF OFF Any Order Any Order Any Any Order Order ST10 Any Order ST10 ST10 Offer Expires 4/30/18. Carryout or Delivery Only. ST10 ST10 Please mention coupons whenorordering. Not valid with any other offers. OfferExpires Expires 4/30/18. 4/30/18. Carryout Carryout Delivery DeliveryOnly. Only. Offer Expires 4/30/18. Carryout Delivery Only. OfferOffer Expires 4/30/18. Carryout ororordelivery Only. Please Please mention mention couponswhen whenordering. ordering.not Notvalid validwith withany anyother otheroffers. offers. Please mentioncoupons coupons when ordering. Not valid with any other offers. Please mention coupons when ordering. Not valid with any other offers. San Tan Heights Community Center Rosatis Johnson Ranch San Tan Ad_4C.indd 1 Rosatis RosatisJohnson JohnsonRanch RanchSan SanTan TanAd_4C.indd Ad_4C.indd 111 Rosatis Johnson Ranch San Tan Ad_4C.indd Rosatis Johnson Ranch San Tan Ad_4C.indd 1 Ongoing coverage of Queen Creek and San Tan Valley s road construction. Continued on page 12 Fishing Report 10/23/17 12:34 PM 10/23/17 10/23/17 12:34 12:34PM PM 10/23/17 12:34 PM 10/23/17 12:34 PM What s Biting And Where? Storms and run-off are still saturating the state and increasing flowing into many of our waters. Bartlett Lake already has risen to 47-percent full. Continued on page 7 Grand Opening This Saturday The new community center is open. See what it offers to San Tan Heights and to the rest of the community. Continued on page 6 Pinal County District 2 Town Hall Get An Update On Transportation And More From County Representative Supervisor Goodman and Pinal County have scheduled an upcoming Town Hall event for all of Disc tirct 2. For those unfamiliar with District 2, that area covers most of San Tan Valley with small portions of Florence and Queen Creek. Continued on page 9

2 Get the San Tan Times sent to your every Monday, Wednesday, and Friday! Subscribe online at /subscribe Do you have information you would like to share with the community? A complaint, or praise, or concern you that you would like to submit to our editor? Do you have an upcoming event? Send it to us! It is simple and easy to do. Submit an article: /story-submit Submit a letter to the editor: /letter-submit Submit an event: /event-submit/ Are you a business looking to advertise? We have a variety of advertising option available, from print, to online advertising, social networking advertising and promotions. Much like San Tan Valley, we are growing and growing fast. Contact a sales representative today: sales@santantimes.com Do you have questions for us? Do you have concerns about something in our area? Reach out to us at: info@santantimes.com Or write to us the old fashion way: 270 E Hunt Highway, Suite 16 #192 San Tan Valley, AZ Pg. 2

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5 Student Athletes Of The Month Local Businesses Sponsoring Student Athletes By San Tan Times Staff & FUSD Continued from page 1 Congratulations to the FUSD Athletes of the Month for February! Shane Landis- Ku (Wrestling) and Mindy Mugkdara (Soccer) are from Poston Butte High School. Thank you San Tan Barbershop and Dailey Yogurt N More for sponsoring our athletes of the month. Please support the local businesses that support our kids! Every month Dailey Yogurt N More and San Tan Barbershop will sponsor an athlete of the month. Dailey Yogurt N More will sponsor the girls Athlete of the Month and San Tan Barbershop will sponsor the boys Athlete of the Month. Athletes will be chosen throughout the Florence Unified School District. Continued on page 16 February 18-20, 2019 San Tan Valley Weekday Weather Monday Tuesday Wednesday High 50 Low 35 Cloudy early with showers for the afternoon hours. Winds SSW at 5 to 10 mph. Chance of rain 40% High 54 Low 31 High 54 Low 36 Mainly sunny. High 54F. Winds SW at 5 to 10 mph. Except for a few afternoon clouds, mainly sunny. High 54F. Winds light and variable. Pg. 5

6 San Tan Heights Community Center Grand Opening Is Saturday February 23 By San Tan Times Staff Continued from page 1 The Grand Opening of the San Tan Heights Community center is this Saturday, but residents are already enjoying the new facilities. Located on over 8 acres of land, the new pool is designed with water features and benches in the pool with its unique design to allow for a variety of uses. Features include: Zero Edge play area with bubblers & tumble buckets Seat Wall Play, swim & aerobics areas Lap Lanes Inside the facility is a full gym with several treadmills, free weights, and weight machines and should provide most residents with a sufficient option for ongoing exercise. The community center also offers a large conference room that can be reserved by residents or rented out by others outside of San Tan Heights community. The conference room can be divided into a maximum of four room to be used for multiple purposes if the need calls for it. With a multi-panel sliding glass door, the conference room effortlessly opens up to Continued on page 10 Pg. 6

7 Fishing Report What s Biting And Where? By Arizona Game And Fish Department Continued from page 1 Tip of the week Are you a beginning angler? We all started somewhere! Fishing action really takes off during the spring, so now s a prefect time to study up! Good news: storms and run-off are still saturating the state and increasing flowing into many of our waters. One example: As of Thursday, the releases out of Horseshoe Dam were up to 1,500 cfs. Already muddy Bartlett Lake already has risen to 47-percent full. Once a sunny and calm stretch of weather comes, warmer water should put warmwater fish such as largemouth bass in a better mood. Until then, remember that trout fishing in desert regions remains a great option. We are stocking Community Fishing Program waters thoroughly with trout (expansion waters are being stocked this week). The online chatter from some anglers is that fishing s downright difficult right now. Some are saying this is one of the coldest winters we ve experienced in about 5 years. Water temperatures at Bartlett this week jumped back down to 51 degrees. So don t feel bad if you re not having luck. Fishing will pick up soon. Now looking forward to spring bass fishing. As experienced anglers know, bass tend to spawn earlier at western Arizona impoundments such as Lake Havasu and Alamo Lake than at the rest of the state because these large, solunar bowls warm up early and quickly. At Havasu, the average water temp has been around 54 degrees. See that report. Look to the March 20 full moon as a time when there might be a major wave of spawning activity. As always, if you re considering heading to the high country, check the Arizona Department of Transportation website for the latest road conditions. This week s scheduled stockings Rainbow trout: Patagonia Lake Fain Lake Watson Lake Verde River-Middle Community expansion waters Upcoming Fishing Events: What: Just for Kids Fishing Festival When: Saturday, Feb. 23, 2019, 8 a.m.-noon Where: Kiwanis Park, 5500 S. Mill Ave. Tempe, AZ Continued on page 17 Pg. 7

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9 Pinal County District 2 Town Hall Get An Update On Transportation And More From County Representative By San Tan Times Staff Continued from page 1 A Town Hall event with Pinal County Board of Supervisors Mike Goodman and Pinal County Public Works. The Town Hall will provide residents with general information and transportation updates for District 2, which covers most of the San Tan Valley and some parts outside of the unincorporated area. Supervisor Goodman and Pinal County Public Works representatives will also be available to answer any questions that you may have about the current and future plans for this area (which includes unincorporated San Tan Valley and a small part of Queen Creek and Florence). Staff will also have tablets available for those who wish to fill out the District 2 Survey from 5-6 pm. If you would like to complete the Survey online now, you can do so here: jfe/form/sv_cszabtov2i55x81 If you have any questions about this event, or anything else regarding District 2, you can contact Supervisor Goodman s Office directly: mike.goodman@pinalcountyaz.gov Event: Tuesday, March 12, 2019 at 6 PM 7:30 PM N Mountain Vista Blvd..STT Pg. 9

10 San Tan Heights Community Center Continued from page 1 the outdoor covered patio. For those looking to host catered events, there is a prep kitchen with a serving window located within the facility. The San Tan Heights homeowners association still has a few additional goals for the community center that they hope to accomplish within the next few years. The association hopes to build a dog park and pickle-ball courts. Grand Opening Event: Date: Saturday, February 23, 2019 Time: 12:00 PM - 3:00 PM About the event: Ribbon cutting will be at 12:30 PM Hot dogs, hamburgers, chips, and soda will be on hand and available to the first 500 people. Prizes and giveaways will be available. Tours of the facility Assistance with registration for any San Tan Heights residents Location: Across from Eduprize School at the northeast corner of Thompson Road and Roberts Road..STT Pg. 10

11 Rescue Dogs Of The Week Animal Care & Control Volunteers Advocate For Those Looking For A Home By Pinal County Animal Care and Control Animal Care And Control Picks of the Week Big Sister (A211151) I am head over heels for this sweet baby bear cub. She is absolutely terrified in the kennel and outside. She let me enter the kennel to leash her up, but was frozen in place once we started passing all the dogs on the way outside. I took her into one of the enclosures and she sat in the corner against the fence and laid down shaking. She let me approach and pet her she didn t get aggressive at all but she didn t come closer or smell me at all. Eventually I got her to go for a walk outside and she started to loosen up. She flopped into some plants to lay down, but she did ultimately follow my prompts to walk more. By the end of the walk she was getting some smells and was slightly more inquisitive. She went back into the kennel easily and snuggled in with her kennel-mate. Daiquiri (A203612) Daiquiri was such a delight!! She was very well tempered and very well mannered. She didn t pull on the leash at all and just wanted to cruise and explore. She was easy to get in and out of the kennel and didn t react to the other dogs going wild when she walked by. If you d like to meet either of these sweet dogs, come down to the shelter or give us a call at Pinal Animal Care And Control 1150 S Eleven Mile Corner Rd Casa Grande, Arizona AnimalCare@pinalcountyaz.gov.STT Pg. 11

12 Road Work & Travel Advisory Important Commuter Updates By San Tan Times Staff & Local Towns Continued from page 1 San Tan Valley Hunt Highway Phase & Gantzel Road Improvements Project UPDATE. Hunt Highway Project is entering Phase 7 of the planned road work. Phase 7 is scheduled to run through the end of April of As part of the work on the east side of Hunt Highway, crews are constructing a box culvert under the driveway/roadway at the entry to Shops at Copper Basin, with the driveway to Shops at Copper Basin closed for this work. This work is nearing completion and once complete, the driveway will be reopened and similar work will take place at Quartzite Road. Quartzite Road will be closed for this work with no access to or from Hunt Highway, currently scheduled to begin Friday, February 15 and last through March 25. This work was originally scheduled to begin February 10; however, recent rains shifted this date slightly. The original schedule called for this portion of the project to run through February 27. But, rain has delayed the project so we anticipate this closure going beyond the original scheduled end date. In addition, crews are working to construct a box culvert under Copper Mine Road. This work is taking place one-half the road at a time so that one lane of traffic in each direction can be maintained on Copper Mine Road. As a reminder, speeds have been reduced through the work zone (25 mph) for the safety of nearby residents, travelers, and construction crews. Please obey traffic signage as it is placed for your safety. Business and resident access is being maintained, and we thank you for your continued patience during this construction. Continued on page 13 Pg. 12

13 Road Work & Travel Advisory Continued from page 12 Queen Creek: Several projects have completed while others are still ongoing. Stay on top of what may affect your commute. Map that coincides with the roadwork is located on page Riggs Rd EB and WB lane shifts from Power Rd to Hawes Rd for roadway improvements. Mar. 18 Feb. 18; 24-hour 2. Power Rd NB and SB lane shifts between Ocotillo Rd and Brooks Farms for road improvements. Jan. 16 Mar. 04; 8:30 am 2 pm 3. Rittenhouse Rd NB lane shift between Combs Rd and Railroad Spur crossing for roadway widening. Feb. 01 Apr. 01; 24-hour 4. COMPLETED: Sossaman Rd NB and SB lane shift between Via Del Verde and Ocotillo Rd for erosion repairs. Jan. 24 Feb. 15; 8:30 am 4 pm 5. Barnes Pkwy EB and WB lane shift between Shetland St and 212th St for asphalt hot patching. Feb. 04 Feb. 18; 8:30 am 4 pm 6. Rittenhouse Rd SB lane shift at Germann Rd for sidewalk repair and driveway install. Feb. 05 Feb. 19; 8:30 am 4 pm 7. COMPLETED: Ellsworth Rd SB lane shift at Cloud Rd for water line repair. Feb. 04 Feb. 15; 8:30 am 2:30 pm 8. Ocotillo Rd EB lane shift between Ironwood and Stetson Rd. Feb. 06 Feb. 18; 9 am 2 pm 9. Queen Creek Rd EB and WB lane shift at Ellsworth Rd for road widening work. Feb. 06 Mar. 04; 24-hour 10. COMPLETED: Meridian Rd NB road closure at Ocotillo Rd with no right or left turn onto NB Meridian Rd for water line install. Feb. 13 Feb **Advance notice** Power and Ocotillo Rd intersection closure for street light install, grading, paving and striping. Mar. 01 Mar. 04; 24- hour 12. COMPLETED: Rittenhouse Rd SB lane shift between 211th Way and E Village Loop Rd S for paving work. Feb. 7 Feb. 15; 24-hour 13. Cloud Rd EB and WB lane shift between Rittenhouse and Crismon Rd for utility work. Feb. 7 Mar. 30; 24-hour 14. Gary Rd SB lane shift between Riggs Rd and Mews Rd for temporary road widening. Feb. 11 Feb. 19; 24-hour Map of roadwork is on page 15.STT Pg. 13

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16 Student Athletes Of The Month Continued from page 5 Boys Athlete of the Month: Shane Landis-Ku Wrestling Division 3 Section 2 Champion with a season record of Shane is the first sectional Champion for Poston Butte in 3 years. He is a two sport athlete having also earned all-region recognition as a varsity football player. Busta is a dedicated athlete with a contagious work ethic and the ability to motivate and encourage the others around him. Girls Athlete of the Month: Mindy Mugkdara Girls Soccer She is the Captain, and controls the teams back line on defense. Mindy has been an instrumental leader to the team and has helped them to their first ever playoff berth. About the sponsors: Dailey Yogurt N More With 10 flavors of frozen yogurt and over 50 toppings, they also have Smoothies, Italian Sodas, Filtered Water filling stations, lottery tickets and Scratchers. 85 W Combs Rd #111, San Tan Valley, AZ Learn more at: daileyyogurt.com facebook.com/daileyyogurt First time customers can save 25% off with the mention of the ad in San Tan Times. Opened Tuesday through Sunday. Weekdays they open at 6 AM for greater convenience for commuters. Located: 2510 E Hunt Highway Suite #18 San Tan Valley AZ, STT THE BROTHERS FOUR Pioneers of the folk revival known for Oscar-nominated The Green Leaves of Summer. Fri, Feb. 22 at 7 pm $22 Signal Peak Campus, Pence Center 8470 N. Overfield Road, Coolidge EventsAtCAC.com SHOW facebook.com/caccommunityevents San Tan Barbershop Full service barbershop for men and boys. They specialize in scissor cuts, fades, gentlemen cuts, hot shaves, and beard trims. Pg. 16

17 Fishing Report Continued from page 9 Comments: This is the 28th Annual Just for Kids Fishing Festival celebration and is a community partnership event between the Arizona Game and Fish Department, Anglers United, and the City of Tempe. This event is for beginning and experienced anglers. The AZGFD Sport Fishing Education program staff and volunteer instructors will be providing free fishing for everyone who signs in at the Game and Fish booth during event hours. Bait and loaner equipment will be available or you may bring your own. The cost of the event is free. Bring your family out and join the fun! Event: Saturday, March 9, 2019 What: Family and Community Fishing Event When: 7:00 AM - 11:00 AM Low Cost Vaccination and Licensing Clinic Pinal Animal Care & Control Upcoming Event By Pinal County Animal Care and Control License Fees Unaltered Dog License $30 (annually) Altered Dog License $15(annually) Three Year Altered Dog License $35 Senior Citizen (proof of age is required) Discount for Altered Dogs Only One Year License $6 Three Year License $15 Late Fee $2 per month for altered dogs Late Fee $4.00 per month for unaltered dogs Rabies Vaccination Prices Current Contracted Price: $9.00 Where: Roper Lake State Park 101 E. Roper Lake Rd. Safford, AZ Comments: The Arizona Game and Fish will be working with Roper Lake State Park to provide a day of free, family fishing and fun. This event is for beginning and experienced anglers. Loaner rods are available for use, or feel free to bring your own. Bait will be provided and during the hours of the event, you do not need to possess a fishing license to participate. The cost of the event is free for those who sign in at the Game and Fish booth. Standard vehicle entrance fees into the park will apply. Bring your family out and join the fun..stt Saturday, February 23, AM 11 AM 200 E 8th St, Florence, AZ 85132, STT Pg. 17

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19 Not-So Wildlife Of The East Valley Rod Small s Visual Journey By, Rod Small Commentary by San Tan Times Staff Happy Monday, everyone, and have a great week. See more from Rod Small at: facebook.com/wildhorsephotographer Pg. 19

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