All Class 4A: Boys Mar 14, 2010
Bryshawn Brown, Buckeye, Sr. Brandon Burnett, Cienega, Sr. Rodney Clark, Flowing Wells, Sr. Junior Coleman, Washington, Sr. Jack Connors, Saguaro, Jr. Martyre Demarco, Shadow Mountain, Jr. Brandon Dixon, Arcadia, Jr. Terrin Elam, McClintock, Sr. Daniel Godley, Paradise Valley, Jr. Colton Grandstaff, Apache Junction, Sr. Thomas Harty, Seton Catholic, Sr. Chris Heren, Dysart, Sr. Marcos Herrera, Dysart, Sr. Skyler Hood, Mohave, Sr. Dimitri Jonex, Higley, Jr. Pierre Jones, Dysart, Jr. Jake Klewer,... (AZCentral -- Sports)
Phoenix business group wants to change laws to help lure jobs Mar 3, 2010
by Betty Beard - Mar. 3, 2010 12:00 AM The Arizona Republic. (AZCentral -- News)
Rallies will target education cuts Mar 3, 2010
The rallies, which span from Apache Junction to Yuma, mark the first time education proponents have taken their message on the road. Last year, the AEA held a one-day rally at the state Capitol in Phoenix that was attended by 10,000 people. (AZCentral -- News)
Valley expected to dry up Monday Mar 1, 2010
The current storm brought more than an inch of rain to parts of Apache Junction, Buckeye, Fountain Hills and Surprise, according to the Maricopa County Flood Control District. Most of the Valley received at least half an inch of rain. (AZCentral)
Apache Junction home burns down; fire likely sparked by homeowner Feb 28, 2010
An Apache Junction home was a complete loss after going up in flames about 11 a.m. Saturday, according to the Apache Junction Fire District. Acting Battalion Chief Richard Mooney said investigators believe the fire on the 600 block of E. Southern was likely sparked by the homeowner, who was working with a propane torch outside. (AZCentral)
Wild horses and burros on sale in Apache Junction Feb 27, 2010
He was working with one of the horses Friday, preview day for a two-day sale of 20 horses and 10 burros that starts today in Apache Junction ... The U.S. Bureau of Land Management runs the sale, which is part of Apache Junction's Lost Dutchman Days ... Roger Oyler, the U.S. Bureau of Land Management's wild-horse and wild-burro specialist in Arizona, attempts to get acquainted with two of the wild horses that are available for adoption during Apache Junction's Lost Dutchman Days. (AZCentral)
Things to do this weekend Feb 18, 2010
The little village outside of Apache Junction is transformed from a veritable ghost town into a riotous city ... 12601 E. U.S. 60, southeast of Apache Junction. (AZCentral -- Entertainment)
Costs to close parks eat into state savings Feb 18, 2010
Other agreements are in the works with Apache Junction, Payson, Yuma and Tombstone ... Elizabyth Hiscox , of Tempe, walks her dog Watson on the Siphon Draw trail at Lost Dutchman State Park in Apache Junction ... Lost Dutchman is one of 13 state parks marked for closure this year, though Apache Junction is negotiating to keep it open. (AZCentral -- News)
Kofa's Masson has sights set on 5A-I state title after revamped training regimen Feb 16, 2010
His only loss came to Tempe-Marcos de Niza's Aaron Pavlenko (19-0) in the Apache Junction tournament final - a rematch of the 2008-09 state 5A-II state final. It was nearly identical to their previous meeting. (Yuma Daily Sun, AZ)
Valley tests new weapon in war on graffiti Feb 15, 2010
Although only Avondale at this time is beginning to use the iPhone app, the company has cleanup contracts with Tucson and with the Arizona Department of Transportation for the Phoenix metro region, which stretches from Buckeye to Apache Junction and from Anthem to near Casa Grande, said Lupe Mercado, Arizona manager. It also has contracts with cities in California and with Las Vegas through the Nevada Department of Transportation. (AZCentral -- News)
Food already taxed in some Valley cities Feb 12, 2010
by Gary Nelson - Feb. 10, 2010 04:35 PM The Arizona Republic. Thanks to a vote last week by the Phoenix City Council, Ahwatukee Foothills residents are about to join the list of people who pay sales taxes on groceries. (AZCentral -- Business)
Apache Junction woman shot through door Feb 9, 2010
A 19-year-old woman was shot through her closed screen door as she was talking to a man in Apache Junction Monday afternoon, police said. The suspect, a 5-foot-10 White male weighing between 160 to 180 pounds, approached the woman's house in the 1300 block of South Royal Palm Road at about 2:15 p.m., and there was some conversation through the screen, said Capt. Thomas Kelly of the Apache Junction Police Department. (AZCentral -- News)
Arizona State University Football Signs 26 Players to Letters of Intent Feb 4, 2010
" Jordan McDonald DE Fr. 6-4 225 Scottsdale, Ariz. (Saguaro HS) The state of Arizona's premier defensive end recruit and a three-year contributor on one of the state's elite prep programs...an excellent pass rusher...exhibits great footwork and has a quick first step...earned All-Arizona and First-Team All-Arizona Class 4A honors by the Arizona Republic in 2009...participated on two state champion squads at Saguaro and follows a long line of Sabercats that became Sun Devils...was a teammate of... (Thesundevils.com)
Renaissance Festival by the numbers Feb 3, 2010
But for eight weekends in February and March, the little village outside of Apache Junction is transformed from a veritable ghost town into a riotous city ... Where: 12601 E. U.S. 60, southeast of Apache Junction. (AZCentral -- Entertainment)
Slain Gilbert officer was wary of suspected gunman Feb 2, 2010
As the chase continues through Apache Junction, a pursuing officer notifies dispatchers he abandoned his disabled squad car and was now riding with another officer. During the case, pursuing officers are still learning what little information is available on Redondo and Irizarry. (AZCentral)
Beware storm scams, homeowners told Jan 27, 2010
Apache Junction officials are warning residents and businessowners to be careful when hiring a contractor to make repairs to flood-damaged structures, perform clean-up or conduct any other repair and maintenance services in the wake of last week's storm. "Scam artists often try to take advantage of desperate homeowners in need of a quick repair fix," said town spokesman Pat Brenner. (AZCentral -- Business)
City weighs Lost Dutchman annexation Jan 27, 2010
Apache Junction weighs annexation of Lost Dutchman Park ... Apache Junction weighs annexation of Lost Dutchman Park ... Apache Junction officials are so worried about economic fallout from the planned closure of Lost Dutchman State Park that they are considering annexing the iconic landmark. (AZCentral -- News)
Apache Junction weighs annexation of Lost Dutchman Park Jan 27, 2010
Apache Junction officials are so worried about economic fallout from the planned closure of Lost Dutchman State Park that they are considering annexing the iconic landmark. Apache Junction economic development director Steve Filipowicz said city officials are studying whether annexation would be feasible and whether it would make sense financially. (AZCentral)
Police searching for man attempting robberies at ATM in Apache Junction Jan 25, 2010
Apache Junction police are searching for a man who tried robbing two bank patrons using the ATM. ... The suspect, who was wearing a mask, told the driver he had a gun and demanded money, Apache Junction Police Department Captain Thomas Kelli said. (AZCentral)
Colo. man missing in search for Lost Dutchman gold mine Jan 18, 2010
He arrived in Apache Junction, east of Phoenix, on Nov. 22 to begin looking for the mine, Burnett said. "This is beyond obsessed," she said. (AZCentral -- News)
Story:Arizona officials propose closing 13 state parks Jan 16, 2010
Arizona officials propose closing 13 state parks - 24 Hour Business - Fresnobee. Place an obit: (559) 441-6228. (Fresno Bee -- Nation)
Mesa school district OKs sweeping changes Jan 13, 2010
Apache Junction Unified School District: Officials will consider closing two schools this fall. Public meetings will be held Jan. 19 and 20. (AZCentral -- News)
Cactus League expands from humble roots Jan 10, 2010
45s moved to Geronimo Park in Apache Junction. Oakland (Mesa), San Diego (Yuma), and the Seattle Pilots team that eventually ended up being the Milwaukee Brewers (Tempe) moved into Arizona in 1969. (MLB.com -- Cincinnati Reds)
