O's Angle makes most of his AFL stint Nov 23, 2009
In a league that not only recycles its roster but switches affiliated teams every fall, the Phoenix Desert Dogs were five outs away from a sixth consecutive Arizona Fall League championship on Saturday. That is, until Orioles prospect Josh Perrault decided one of his rare blemishes in the past couple of months would be the turning point of the game. (MLB.com -- Baltimore Orioles)
Imperial County locals involved in music video production Nov 23, 2009
I m 42 years old, the Phoenix resident said. When will be the next opportunity for me to be in a music video. (El Centro Imperial Valley Press, CA)
The Retreat: Giffords calls for HUD investigation Nov 23, 2009
All but one of the dozen residents at the complex were turned out of their homes with 24 hours warning last week, but they all found places to live, mostly in Green Valley, Tucson and Phoenix, said Chris Kang, executive director of Green Valley Assistance Services. A kidney dialysis patient took the longest. (Green Valley News & Sun, AZ)
SRP to build 20-megawatt solar facility Nov 23, 2009
Phoenix Business Journal. Salt River Project will build a 20-megawatt photovoltaic facility southeast of Phoenix that will come online in 2011 ... City Guide Spotlight - Phoenix. (Phoenix Business Journal, AZ)
McCain warns of Medicare cuts, tax hikes Nov 23, 2009
McCain warns of Medicare cuts, tax increases - Phoenix Business Journal ... Phoenix Business Journal - by ... City Guide Spotlight - Phoenix. (Phoenix Business Journal, AZ)
Mesa company gets approval to market ultrasound treatment Nov 23, 2009
Phoenix Business Journal - by. Jim Poulin/Phoenix Business Journal Guided Therapy Systems; Brian O;Connor, right, and Peter Barth are developing this hand-held ultrasound device for consumers to prevent and treat acne ... City Guide Spotlight - Phoenix. (Phoenix Business Journal, AZ)
Downtown stressed despite mayors optimism Nov 23, 2009
Despite mayors optimism, downtown Phoenix feels real estate, consumer stress - Phoenix Business Journal ... Despite mayors optimism, downtown Phoenix feels real estate, consumer stress ... Phoenix Business Journal - by. (Phoenix Business Journal, AZ)
Competency of boy in rape case debated Nov 23, 2009
According to police reports and court records, this child and three other boys - ages 14, 13, and 10, all refugees from Liberia - lured the girl to a storage shed at a west Phoenix apartment complex on July 16 and raped her ... The incident set off international clamor that brought a Liberian ambassador to Phoenix to defend his country's reputation. (AZCentral -- News)
Woolridge Set To Make Things Official Nov 22, 2009
Since committing to Kansas during the spring of his sophomore year, the 6-foot-3 shooting guard from Phoenix (Ariz. Sunnyslope has been counting down the days until he is officially a Jayhawk. (The Insiders -- Arizona Prep)
Desme wins Arizona Fall League MVP Nov 22, 2009
Desme was presented with his MVP Award prior to Saturday afternoon's AFL championship game, in which he started in left field for Phoenix against the Peoria Javelinas. And, on cue, he offered a glimpse of why the league's managers and coaches considered him worthy of the award, drilling a long home run in the fourth that tied a game his Desert Dogs would eventually drop, 5-4. (MLB.com -- Oakland Athletics)
Phoenix Small Business Awards Dinner set Nov 22, 2009
Phoenix Business Journal. Greater Phoenix Score is hosting a gala dinner to recognize business owners and leaders in the area ... The Phoenix Small Business Awards Dinner will be held Dec. 4 at the East Valley Institute of Technology, 1601 West Main St., Mesa. (Phoenix Business Journal, AZ)
Valley Benefits Nov 22, 2009
Phoenix Business Journal ... In October, Desert Schools Federal Credit Union in Phoenix committed about $280,500 for 2010 in support of local United Way charities ... DSFCU also will donate $750,000 to the community this year through various fundraisers to benefit Phoenix Children s Hospital and other nonprofit organizations, local student scholarships, grants and financial literacy programs. (Phoenix Business Journal, AZ)
Arizona native lifts Peoria to AFL title Nov 22, 2009
-- White Sox prospect C.J. Retherford is a local product to whom the Arizona Fall League dynasty of Phoenix meant something. So bringing the Desert Dogs' dominance to an end was particularly meaningful for the second baseman, whose two-run home run in the bottom of the eighth inning gave the Peoria Javelinas a 5-4 victory over Phoenix in Saturday's thrilling AFL championship game in front of 3,521 in Scottsdale Stadium ... Tampa Bay farmhand Shawn O'Malley's tiebreaking single had given them a... (MLB.com -- Chi White Sox White Sox)
Phoenix rejects bid from hot-air balloon club Nov 22, 2009
The Arizona Balloon Club's second attempt to launch and land hot-air balloons in Phoenix parks ignited the interest of some members of the city's Parks and Recreation Board ... The group's first request was in December, when it asked to use Paradise Valley Park in northeast Phoenix for takeoffs and landings ... Although no city ordinance prohibits the launch of hot-air balloons, city officials noted that there had been five hot-air balloon accidents in Phoenix investigated by the National... (AZCentral)
Dodgers prospect wins AFL honor Nov 22, 2009
Mitchell received the honor prior to Saturday afternoon's AFL championship game, in which he started at first base for the Peoria Javelinas against the Phoenix Desert Dogs ... "This is a big honor. Words cannot express how much it means to me," Mitchell said after he and the other Javelinas had knocked off five-time defending champion Phoenix, 5-4 ... Other nominees for the sixth annual award were catcher Nevin Ashley (Phoenix-Rays), second baseman Chase d'Arnaud (Scottsdale-Pirates), second... (MLB.com -- Los Angeles Dodgers)
Adult day-care center helps families Nov 22, 2009
Go to or use the coupon on Page A2 of the newspaper and mail your donation to Season for Sharing, P.O. Box 29616, Phoenix, AZ 85038-9616. Stories. (AZCentral)
Swimming and Diving Nov 22, 2009
NORTHWESTERN OFFICIAL ATHLETIC SITE - Women's Swimming. 2009-10 NORTHWESTERN WOMEN'S SWIMMING G SCHEDULE. (Nusports.com)
School volunteerism helps teens give back Nov 22, 2009
Volunteer Alex Johnston, 17, listens to Maria Gutierrez, 10, read during the weekly Read to Me program at the UMOM New Day Center in Phoenix ... HandsOn Greater Phoenix ... Features information on more than 100 community service opportunities available in the Phoenix area. (AZCentral)
More lower-priced items, deals fill stores Nov 22, 2009
This year, Naughton Jewelers of Phoenix is doing something it has never done in its 66-year history: It's putting its merchandise on sale ... Crown Imports, a Phoenix store known for its wide array of holiday decorations, cut back purchases this year, and now owner Jane Lee is concerned she bought too little ... At Haus Modern Living, a Phoenix furniture and home-accessories store, expect to see a wider selection of lower-priced products this season. (AZCentral -- Business)
Yuma Catholic bucked out of postseason by Willcox Nov 22, 2009
PHOTO BY RANDY HOEFT/YUMA SUNYUMA CATHOLIC DEFENDER TYLER MORENO (5) wraps up Willcox running back Rudy Verdugo (22) as the Shamrocks' Tanner Mixon (11) comes in to help make the stop during the first quarter of Saturday night's Arizona Class 2A state semifinal playoff game at North Canyon High School in Phoenix ... PHOENIX - Yuma Catholic made its run to the state semifinals with an overpowering rushing attack ... Willcox running back Rudy Verdugo rushed for 167 yards and two touchdowns as the... (Yuma Daily Sun, AZ)
Parents of Liberian rape victim held on $30,000 bond Nov 22, 2009
Bond was set for the parents charged with seven counts each of felony child abuse of an 8-year-old Liberian girl who investigators said was also brutally gang raped in West Phoenix ... Phoenix police arrested the parents Friday at the west Phoenix apartment complex where their daughter was raped by four Liberian boys. (AZCentral)
Truckers might skirt I-19 construction Nov 22, 2009
Border Patrol representatives have said once that happens, the contractor, MRM Construction Services Inc., of Phoenix, will begin work. In a related matter, Santa Cruz County Supervisor John Maynard received a letter from ADOT saying the agency will not require a public hearing in advance of the work to alter the interstate. (Green Valley News & Sun, AZ)
The Retreat: Giffords calls for HUD investigation Nov 22, 2009
All but one of the dozen residents at the complex were turned out of their homes with 24 hours warning last week, but they all found places to live, mostly in Green Valley, Tucson and Phoenix, said Chris Kang, executive director of Green Valley Assistance Services. A kidney dialysis patient took the longest. (Green Valley News & Sun, AZ)
Burglars steal box holding baby's ashes Nov 22, 2009
If the ashes are returned to any Peoria or Phoenix fire station, the burglars can keep the rest of the stolen items. Police say they believe the burglars got inside the home using a universal garage door remote. (The Pantagraph newspaper)
Road warrior Cardinals head to former home of St. Louis Nov 22, 2009
Arizona has won five of its last six contests to open up a two-game advantage atop the NFC West, and followed up an impressive 41-21 Week 9 dismantling of Chicago on the road with last Sunday's hard-fought 31-20 decision over division-rival Seattle at University of Phoenix Stadium ... The Cardinals swept last year's home-and-home for a second consecutive season, taking a 34-13 decision at St. Louis in Week 9, and triumphing by a 34-10 count at University of Phoenix Stadium in Week 14. (ABC 7 News, DC)
Service teaches impact on community Nov 22, 2009
HandsOn Greater Phoenix. Features information on more than 100 community service opportunities available in the Phoenix area. (AZCentral)
Child rape victim's parents charged Nov 22, 2009
The father, 59, and mother, 47, were arrested Friday in Phoenix on seven counts of child abuse, said police spokesman Sgt. Andy Hill ... The child abuse investigation was based on documented incidents from the Phoenix Police Department and numerous referrals to Arizona Child Protective Services dating to 2005. (CNN)
Life-Logging and the Generation Gap over Privacy Nov 22, 2009
CONAN: And this is e-mail we got from Darryl in Phoenix, Arizona. I'm wondering if this sort of recording everything in your life on the Internet is a fad thing that a young person grows out of as they get older. (Yahoo News -- Online Privacy)
Meager monsoon worsens drought Nov 22, 2009
Enough water is stored from past years to protect Phoenix from shortages no matter what happens this winter, but the rest of the state faces a bleaker outlook that could include conservation measures or even water hauling in some places if weather patterns don't change ... For a few weeks back in February, drought seemed a memory, at least in Phoenix ... No measurable rain has fallen since Sept. 5, setting Phoenix on course to break the record, set in 2002, for the driest year on record. (AZCentral -- News)
11/25: JET in Tempe Nov 22, 2009
Where(ex: 85004, Phoenix) ... Where(ex: 85004, Phoenix). (AZCentral -- Entertainment)
Mixed results on charter schools in Arizona’s wide-open education market Nov 22, 2009
On a South Phoenix campus with a National Football League connection, still others are learning how to pass a basket of bread and help a lady into her chair ... A spin this month through some charter schools in metropolitan Phoenix found a school for the homeless shoehorned into an old Volkswagen dealership downtown; a new high school in Tempe that gives laptops to students so they can work on campus or off; a K-8 charter next door that escaped bankruptcy a few years ago and has hopscotched from... (Boston Globe)
Reports of stimulus funding fall short Nov 22, 2009
According to an Arizona Republic review of Phoenix data from , eight of 27 grants the city reported online omitted key information including the project's name, description and the federal agency that awarded the money ... Because Maricopa County, not the city, was the prime recipient of those funds, online reporting forms did not allow Phoenix to fill out all of the fields, they said ... Because Pastor's district includes the Governor's Office's Phoenix address, 1700 W. Washington St., any... (AZCentral -- News)
Lines, tight security await travelers Nov 22, 2009
Although travelers are expected at the airport all week, the busiest day will be Wednesday, when an estimated 125,000 passengers travel through Phoenix Sky Harbor International Airport. On an average Wednesday, there are about 90,000 passengers, said Deborah Ostreicher, deputy director of aviation. (AZCentral -- News)
Illegal housing bidding on rise Nov 22, 2009
When foreclosure homes come up for public auction in Phoenix, a minimum opening bid is set and bidding is open to anyone ... Foreclosure auctions are held every weekday in metropolitan Phoenix on the Maricopa County Courthouse steps and in the offices of attorneys acting as trustees for lenders ... "No one regulates those auctions," said Diane Drain, a Phoenix attorney and trustee. (AZCentral -- News)
Banged up YC squad faces Willcox with trip to state finals on the line Nov 21, 2009
It's a bad sign for the Shamrocks (10-2, 2A West Champions) that head up to Phoenix today to play Willcox (10-2, 2A East Champions) in the semifinals of the 2A State Playoffs at North Canyon ... Higuera took over at quarterback on Oct. 16, replacing the injured Tommy Pistone, during Yuma Catholic's 26-21 loss to Phoenix-Northwest Christian ... Willcox earned its berth to the semifinals by defeating top-seeded Phoenix-Northwest Christian in the second round. (Yuma Daily Sun, AZ)
SRP plans massive solarpower plant Nov 21, 2009
SolarCity Corp.: This California company also offers leases in Arizona, and Phoenix residents can get no-money-down leases with financing provided by National Bank of Arizona ... One Block Off the Grid: The San Francisco company is collecting the names of people interested in purchasing a solar-power system and getting a group discount from REC Solar in the Phoenix area. (AZCentral -- Business)
1,000 firms to be checked for illegal hires Nov 21, 2009
Three of the Arizona companies that received audit notices do not seem to have a direct link to public safety or national security, said Julie Pace, a Phoenix lawyer helping the companies comply with the audits. The three companies, which were given three business days to turn over I-9 forms demonstrating employment eligibility of workers and other employee data, are in retail and construction industries, Pace said. (AZCentral -- Business)
SPORTS CALENDAR Nov 21, 2009
Arizona Fall League championship: Phoenix at Peoria MLB Net ... Detroit at Phoenix NBATV. (San Francisco Chronicle -- Sports)
Nogales Recognition Nov 21, 2009
While attending a workshop in Phoenix, I received word that Nogales High School's AIMS Intervention and Dropout Prevention Program was being recognized by the Arizona Department of Education as an "Exemplary Program" and nominated for a National award along with seven other districts, by the National Drop Out Prevention Center. People in the workshop, from different agencies, school districts and Universities gave Nogales a nice ovation. (Nogales International, AZ)
Rabies cases set county record with 47th animal Nov 21, 2009
Now the department pays UPS to ship the specimens to the main lab in Phoenix. Shipping expenses have gone up, so Pea asked for approval from county supervisors to move 1,500 in his budget from equipment purchases to postage and freight. (Nogales International, AZ)
Sunnyslope home tour shows diverse styles Nov 21, 2009
"The Brubaker/Vaughan house is an amazing house with views to die for. The other contemporary is a California beach house in the desert. Both are at the Phoenix Mountain Preserve." ... What: Tour of five historic and contemporary homes in north-central Phoenix. (AZCentral -- News)
Vehicle repair program gets funding Nov 21, 2009
Vehicle repair program gets reprieve with federal funding - Phoenix Business Journal ... Phoenix Business Journal ... City Guide Spotlight - Phoenix. (Phoenix Business Journal, AZ)
Lawmakers to retry budget fix on Monday Nov 21, 2009
Arizona lawmakers to try budget fix again on Monday - Phoenix Business Journal ... Phoenix Business Journal - by ... City Guide Spotlight - Phoenix. (Phoenix Business Journal, AZ)
Gilbert office building will focus on cancer specialists Nov 21, 2009
Phoenix Business Journal - by ... St. Joseph s Hospital in Phoenix has its Comprehensive Cancer Center, and Cancer Treatment Centers of America opened its Western Regional Medical Center in Goodyear in late 2008 ... According to , which publishes the monthly Phoenix Housing Market Letter, the Gilbert-Queen Creek submarket is the most active in the Valley, generating 1,592 new home sales in 2009. (Phoenix Business Journal, AZ)
Scheppers, Teagarden ready for '10 Nov 21, 2009
Scheppers wrapped up his first taste of professional baseball in the Arizona Fall League with a perfect inning of relief while Teagarden capped his stint with a walk-off three-run homer as the Surprise Rafters overcame the Phoenix Desert Dogs, 7-4, on Thursday. Scheppers, the former college ace, was coaching a junior varsity high school baseball squad over the summer before the Draft. (MLB.com -- Texas Rangers)
Hikers rescued for free in Arizona Nov 21, 2009
"We don't charge people extra to extract them from a crumpled vehicle because they were drunk or they made a mistake," said Tim Kovacs, a rescue worker with the Phoenix Fire Department ... A pair of hikers considered the value of a rescue as they prepared for a hike at South Mountain Park in Phoenix recently. (AZCentral -- News)
Mesa stuns Brophy with big upset Nov 21, 2009
On Friday, it was No. 3 Phoenix Brophy Prep. Mesa moves on to the 5A-I semifinals after its 13-3 win at Phoenix College and will face No. 2 Phoenix Mountain Pointe on Dec. 4. (AZCentral -- Sports)
AZ-NM Annual Meeting Nov 21, 2009
Location: Arizona Grant Resort Phoenix, Ariz. United States of America. (Multichannel News)
New federal law helps protect genetic privacy of employees Nov 21, 2009
"The protection of genetic information today has really been a very narrow scope," said Kristen Rosati, an attorney specializing in health-privacy issues at Coppersmith Schermer elman PLC in Phoenix ... Jim Siragusa, who as president and chief executive officer of Phoenix-based information-technology provider Enterprise Technology Services employs 32 mostly full-time workers, said he had not been aware of the Genetic Information Non-discrimination Act. (AZCentral -- News)
D-backs round out 40-man roster Nov 21, 2009
PHOENIX -- The D-backs did some shuffling of their 40-man roster Friday, adding four players to it while also activating a trio of players. Outfielder Cole Gillespie, right-handers Roque Mercedes and Daniel Stange along with lefty Jordan Norberto were added to the roster, while outfielder Conor Jackson and pitchers Brandon Webb and Chad Qualls were activated from the 60-day disabled list. (MLB.com -- Arizona Diamondbacks)
Opinion: Move to where the jobs are Nov 21, 2009
I moved four times in my 30s -- from Sanger to Phoenix to Boston to Dallas to San Diego. The lesson I learned along the way: Jobs don't just come to you. (CNN)
Real estate agents see return of foreign buyers Nov 21, 2009
Canadian investor Arthur Wong is buying condos in Las Vegas and Phoenix like a shopper at Costco: In bu 00004000 lk, with slashed prices. Wong, president of Optimus U.S. Real Estate Fund, has bought 60 condos at heavy discounts from developers in financial trouble. (Fresno Bee -- Business)
Serial Speeder Finally Caught Nov 21, 2009
Tucson, AZ (KOLD)-- A serial speeder in the Phoenix area has finally been tracked down by police. 29 year old Elvis Saloum has managed to avoid police even though he has been caught on photo radar cameras speeding more than 55 times. (KOLD.com, AZ)
Yandle's chance Nov 21, 2009
Phoenix Coyotes defenseman Keith Yandle (3) passes around Tampa Bay Lightning left wing Todd Fedoruk during the second period of an NHL hockey game Monday, Nov. 16, 2009 in Glendale. More on this topic. (AZCentral -- Sports)
UA in talks with Phoenix to build $140M downtown medical center Nov 21, 2009
UA in talks with Phoenix to build $140M center on downtown campus - Phoenix Business Journal ... UA in talks with Phoenix to build $140M center on downtown campus ... Phoenix Business Journal - by. (Phoenix Business Journal, AZ)
Bulldogs D, Bello roll at state Nov 21, 2009
PHOENIX The Douglas Bulldogs put on quite a show Friday night in the first round of the 4A DII state playoffs ... The next play saw Oscar Rios plow his way into the end zone and the Douglas players and their estimated 500 fans from all over the Phoenix area plus those who had made the trip where celebrating. (Douglas Daily Dispatch, AZ)
Do you think the NBA should retire Michael Jordan's No. 23? Nov 21, 2009
Phoenix Suns guard Jason Richardson grew up admiring Michael Jordan. He played for Jordan in Charlotte. (AZCentral -- Sports)
Southwest Gas agrees to customer rebate Nov 21, 2009
Arizona Corporation Commission, Southwest Gas agree to rebate for customers - Phoenix Business Journal ... Phoenix Business Journal ... City Guide Spotlight - Phoenix. (Phoenix Business Journal, AZ)
Padres unveil Spring Training schedule Nov 21, 2009
The Padres open the 2010 regular season on April 5 against the Arizona Diamondbacks in Phoenix. The home opener is set for April 12 against the Atlanta Braves. (MLB.com -- San Diego Padres)
Buyer may be on the line for Tribune' Nov 21, 2009
Buyer may be on the line for East Valley Tribune - Phoenix Business Journal ... Phoenix Business Journal - by ... On Nov. 2, the Phoenix Business Journal cited numerous sources that said Moreno had told Tribune staffers the Mesa paper would shut down because Freedom could not find a buyer for it. (Phoenix Business Journal, AZ)
Company Profile for Sigster LLC Nov 21, 2009
"market" : {"NAME" : "U.S.", "ID" : "us_market", "TZ" : "ET", "TZOFFSET" : "-18000", "open" : "", "close" : "", "flags" : {}} , "STREAMER_SERVER" : "http://streamerapi.finance.yahoo.com","arrowAsChangeSign" : false,"throttleInterval": "1000". Search for share prices. (Yahoo! Wire -- Entertainment News)
3-Year-Old Leads Toddler To Safety In Ariz. Fire Nov 21, 2009
PHOENIX -- A 3-year-old Arizona boy helped his 1-year-old sister escape Friday from a house fire that killed their mother and injured two other adults, authorities said. Fire crews responding to the fire in the Pinal County community of Maricopa south of Phoenix found the mother, 22-year-old Michelle Mariano, lying just a couple of feet from the mobile home's doorway, said sheriff's spokeswoman Lt. Tamatha Villar ... She and the little girl, named Eden, were airlifted to Maricopa Medical... (Click2Houston, TX)
Police arrest parents of girl in gang-rape case Nov 21, 2009
Weeks passed since Phoenix police recommended criminal charges, citing the couple's history of child abuse and neglect. On Friday, police arrested the parents of an 8-year-old Liberian girl who investigators said was brutally gang-raped in a west Phoenix apartment complex by four Liberian refugee boys in an incident that triggered international attention ... Phoenix officers arrested the parents Friday without incident at the west Phoenix complex where police said the rape occurred on July 16. (AZCentral -- News)
Women's club soccer advances in national tournament Nov 21, 2009
The team will play Texas State at noon Saturday with hopes of advancing to the championship scheduled for 5 p.m. in Phoenix, Ariz. The women are looking to improve on semifinals losses in each of the past two seasons. (Daily Collegian, PA)
Black Friday deals already available Nov 21, 2009
Janette Silverman of Phoenix used to get up at 4 a.m. and stand in line to score free gifts and take advantage of retailers' blockbuster Black Friday deals ... Troy Wheeler of Phoenix said rising early to shop on Black Friday is one of his favorite things. (AZCentral -- News)
