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The top 20 stories of turbulent 2020 BY TOM SCANLON
Glendale Star Managing Editor
An unforgettable, often regrettable year is coming to a close. The COVID-19 pandemic was a true global disaster, killing millions on every continent. Though the West Valley’s year was largely shaped by the devastating spread of the coronavirus—and the shutdowns and slowdowns called by state, county and school officials—there was quite a bit of
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“non-COVID news” in 2020. Here are some of the top stories of the year in Glendale:
20. Street racing
A growing trend of “intersection shutdowns” became an unwanted addition to Glendale, though police said they made multiple arrests and used technology to shut down the shutdowns.
19. Hot, hot, hot
Even as Westgate Entertainment District expands, a new mini version of it called En Fuego opens across Glendale Avenue.
18. Coyotes shoot … and miss
Vaccine rollout continues with senior centers next
After a pandemic-shortened season, the Arizona Coyotes made the playoffs. The $400 million Desert Diamond West Valley Casino opened—then had to close due to the pandemic. Since reopening, the casino has extra cleaning and other precautions. (Glendale Star file photo)
A plan for a massive water park and entertainment center was gleefully approved by city council in 2020. (Glendale Star file photo)
The hockey team quickly lost in the first round—and then took their time paying rent, missing multiple payments. But, according to Gila River Arena officials, the team is “all caught up” and ready for a new season. SEE TOP 20 PAGE 4
Overdoses spike during COVID-19 pandemic BY TOM SCANLON
NEWS...............7 City increases fines for shooting illegal fireworks
OPINION..................... 10 BUSINESS.................. 12 SPORTS ...................... 14 FEATURES.................. 16 RELIGION ................... 18 YOUTH........................ 20 CLASSIFIEDS ............. 22
Glendale Star Managing Editor
More than 330,000 Americans have died from COVID-19—with nearly 5,000 of those deaths in Maricopa County. The pandemic is also being blamed for a frightening rise in drug overdoses. According to a Dec. 18 Centers for Disease Control and Prevention press release, new data suggests “an acceleration of overdose deaths during the pandemic.” According to the CDC, over 81,000 drug overdose deaths occurred in the United States in the 12 months ending in May 2020—the highest number of overdose deaths ever recorded in a 12-month period. “The disruption to daily life due to the
COVID-19 pandemic has hit those with substance use disorder hard,” said CDC Director Robert Redfield. “As we continue the fight to end this pandemic, it’s important to not lose sight of different groups being affected in other ways. We need to take care of people suffering from unintended consequences.” Jared Garcia died of a drug overdose Oct. 2 outside his mother’s Glendale apartment. Asked if she feels the pandemic contributed to her son’s death, Stephanie Garcia did not hesitate. “Absolutely,” she said. “It took away the ability for him to congregate—the isolation factor with drug abuse is huge. That’s where the drug wants you to be.”
Stephanie is not alone, as Glendale families are struggling with overdoses of their loved ones. Though the numbers are “unofficial” and have not been finalized, Glendale Fire Department responded to 792 overdose calls through early December, a 10% increase over the 709 overdose calls in 2019. Fortunately, most overdoses do not end in death. For example, paramedics used Narcan to save Jared a few months before his fatal overdose. “There’s a gamut of overdose calls,” said Ashley Losch, a Glendale Fire Department spokeswoman. “Overdoses can range from vomiting SEE OVERDOSES PAGE 3
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December 31, 2020
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17. ‘Triangle killing’
Brandon Kimbell is accused of savagely beating his roommate to death. He allegedly told police the victim was part of a “triangle” with Kimbell and his wife. Kimbell faces trial for first-degree murder.
16. Parking lot rage
An Avondale man on his way to a Westgate car show got into an argument about a parking space. He was shot and killed by a gunman who sped away—and has not been caught.
15. Spring Training ends early
As Spring Training began, fans at Camelback Ranch got to see the Los Angeles Dodgers and Chicago White Sox work out—and hound players for autographs. But, as the COVID-19 pandemic spread, Major League Baseball abruptly ended the preseason. The Dodgers went on to win the World Series.
The Glendale Planning Commission agreed, rejecting a plan from a developer to “flip the golf course” into a gated community. But city council approved the projLitchfield Park/Waddell neighbors fought a proposed truck stop— ect, and the city and won. (Glendale Star photo by Tom Scanlon) signed, sold and 14. Local elections delivered Glen Lakes Golf Course to a Though lacking in the controversy home developer. of the presidential election, Glendale Goodbye, Glen Lakes Golf Course elections were feisty. … Hello, Trevino at Glen Lakes After a heated battle, Mayor Jerry homes. Weiers was reelected in a landslide win over unknown Michelle Robertson. 12. Homeless problem Though the Point in Time annual Veteran Councilwoman Joyce Clark count showed the city’s unsheltered also won her reelection. But voters rejected the city’s request population dropped slightly, Glendale continues to be by far the West Valley for $187 million in bonds. leader in homeless people. 13. Glen Lakes sold City leaders continue to look for The group Save Glen Lakes protest- ways to provide outreach, services and ed and protested and protested some ultimately permanent shelter for the more at planning and city council homeless. meetings.
11. Teacher trial delayed
Sweetly Ring In the New Year
Former teacher Ricky Ordway, accused of molesting multiple students in his Sun Valley Elementary School classroom near the Peoria/Glendale border, was scheduled to go to trial in January on two dozen sex abuse and molestation charges. The trial was delayed to April, then July, then November … Ordway is now scheduled for trial at Maricopa County Superior Court Jan. 21, 2021—nearly 18 months after he was arrested and charged. Ordway, who has consistently proclaimed his innocence, is out on bail.
10. Hottest summer … ever
The summer of 2020 shattered records, as Glendale sweated out its hottest summer ever.
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December 31, 2020 on the way, Luke Air Force Base is set to take off—and take the West Valley economy along for the ride. A mission expansion revolving around 144 new fighter jets will pump up Luke AFB’s population—as well as the surrounding areas, including Goodyear, Litchfield Park and Avondale. Luke is gradually ramping up for the F-35A Lightning II jets over the next six years.
8. They stopped the truck stop
There was no love in Waddell/Litchfield Park for Love’s, as residents rose up to challenge the proposed truck stop on newly annexed land. Glendale City Council approved the proposal, but the pressure led Love’s to take an exit, so to speak.
7. Classrooms yo-yo
In March, Gov. Doug Ducey closed all schools in Arizona. With kids learning online, classrooms stayed closed for months before tentatively reopening … only to close again in November and December.
6. Casino opens
After years and $400 million in construction costs, the Desert Diamond Casino West Valley opening was a full house in February—until pandemic restrictions forced it to fold. Eventually, the long-awaited, Las Vegas-style casino reopened with poker, blackjack tables and a whopping 1,100 slot machines.
5. Westgate mass shooting
On May 20, three were shot at Westgate in an apparently random attack by a single shooter. The suspect allegedly was armed with an AR-15 rifle that jammed—preventing him from reaching his goal of shooting 10 people, according to a prosecutor. Police arrested Armando Hernandez, a 20-year-old Peoria resident, and charged him with multiple counts of aggravated assault.
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“A large dose of pure fentanyl—just touching it can kill you. That drug is extremely deadly, and people seem to be abusing it more often,” Losch said. “We are absolutely running more fentanyl calls than ever before.” According to the CDC, fentanyl overdoses increased 38% in the first part of 2020, compared to 2019. Cocaine overdose deaths also spiked by 26%. “Based upon earlier research, these deaths are likely linked to co-use or contamination of cocaine with illicitly manufactured fentanyl or heroin,” said the CDC press release. “That seems to be common; we’re seeing drugs laced with fentanyl,” Losch said. For responders, overdose calls that end in death are difficult to shake. “It’s horrible to watch a mom lose her child,” Losch said. “So much blame goes on.” When the overdose call ends well, responders do their best to try to get the patient to at least think about entering a treatment program. “A lot of times, we’ll have that conversation on the way to the hospital,” Losch said. Most of the time, responders like Losch will get responses ranging from indifference to anger. “At the end of day we know we did our best, we saved a life,” Losch said. TOP 20 FROM PAGE 4
3. Glendale grows
Glendale City Council approved one annexation project after another, expanding the “New Frontier” area of west Glendale. The city’s boundaries now extend well past the Loop 303, with industrial projects in the works that are expected to bring thousands of jobs to Glendale.
2. Splash!
Glendale City Manager Kevin Phelps made a splash (so to speak), when he unveiled the Crystal Lagoons water park development in September. Glendale City Council quickly gave the thumbs up to the previously secretive project, which Phelps said will include several hotels, restaurants, offices, shops, amusement parks, movie theaters … Though Phelps said the project will
“I feel more for the family. They have to live with it until the person gets help—or they pass away.” Death from drugs is an increasing concern around the country. “The increase in overdose deaths is concerning,” said Deb Houry, director of CDC’s National Center for Injury Prevention and Control. “CDC’s Injury Center continues to help and support communities responding to the evolving overdose crisis.” The American Medical Association shared the CDC’s concerns about rising overdoses during the pandemic. “In addition to the ongoing challenges presented by the COVID-19 global pandemic, the nation’s opioid epidemic has grown into a much more complicated and deadly drug overdose epidemic. The AMA is greatly concerned by an increasing number of reports from national, state and local media suggesting increases in opioidand other drug-related mortality—particularly from illicitly manufactured fentanyl and fentanyl analogs,” said a recent AMA press release. In Glendale, the biggest jump in overdose calls, according to Losch, was March—just as the pandemic hit Glendale. Increases also peaked in May, June and July—as the number of COVID-19 cases spiked and restrictions were placed on restaurants and other businesses. be complete well before the 2023 Super Bowl at nearby State Farm Stadium, he has repeatedly delayed a promised announcement on an “anchor tenant”—and construction has already been delayed.
1. COVID-19
The coronavirus was a wrecking ball, knocking down much of the year and destroying the word “normal.” West Valley cities raced to keep pace with the pandemic, issuing mask orders, making meetings online only, closing facilities, and canceling events from Fourth of July to Christmas celebrations. Restaurants and other businesses struggled to survive during lockdown periods. As hospitals filled with COVID-19 patients, good news arrived—with promising vaccines.
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Vaccine rollout continues as COVID-19 spreads BY TOM SCANLON
Glendale Star Managing Editor
While COVID-19 vaccines will not be provided to the public for weeks, if not months, hundreds of health care workers in Maricopa County received the first of a two-dose vaccine—as the coronavirus continues its alarming spread. On Christmas Eve, Maricopa County reported 4,670 new COVID-19 cases. In September and October, most days the county reported 500 or fewer new COVID-19 cases. The average number of new daily cases in the county in December is 3,865, more than double the November daily average of 1,558. Meanwhile, COVID-19 vaccinations at points of distribution like Abrazo West picked up steam, with the county reporting more than 18,000 people received vaccinations during last week’s beginning of the rollout. While the county focused on health care workers, this week, residents of
Maricopa County continues Phase 1A vaccinations, including health care workers, first responders and school nurses. Residents of long-care facilities may receive vaccines this week. (Photo courtesy Abrazo)
senior facilities will begin receiving protection against a virus most deadly with the elderly. Three-quarters of the COVID-19 deaths in Maricopa County have been in the age group of 65 and older. And 1,488 of the county’s 4,840
deaths from COVID-19 were residents of long-term care facilities. Less than 2% of people in the county with COVID-19 have died from the disease. But 26% of the 5,714 people in longterm facilities diagnosed with the disease died. “The CDC is partnering with CVS, Walgreens and Managed Health Care Associates in the Pharmacy Partnership for Long-Term Care (LTC) Program to offer on-site COVID-19 vaccination services for residents of nursing homes and assisted-living facilities,” said Jennifer Franklin, a county spokeswoman. She said most long-term care facilities in Maricopa County will be in-
cluded in the CDC program. “The county will provide vaccinations to those facilities who are not part of the program. We do not yet know the total number of facilities or vaccine doses needed to fill in those gaps,” Franklin added. At Glencroft Center for Modern Aging in Glendale, the largest senior facility in the state, “We expect our licensed areas to be offered vaccines perhaps as early as the week of Dec. 28,” said Scott McClintock, Glencroft’s chief strategy officer. The first phase (1A) is for “paid and unpaid persons serving in health care settings who have the potential for direct or indirect exposure to patients or infectious materials.” That includes workers at hospitals, long-term facilities and school nurses. According to Franklin, “more than 55,000 health care workers have registered” for the coronavirus vaccine, as of Dec. 24. The second phase (1B) includes police officers and teachers. The third phase (1C) for COVID-19 vaccinations includes people 65 and older. According to the county, “There is no sign-up process or pre-screen survey available for Phase 1B or 1C. More information about eligibility and the vaccine distribution process for populations prioritized in Phase 1B and 1C will be shared as soon as it becomes available.”
Downtown road closings BY GLENDALE STAR STAFF According to the city of Glendale, part of Glenn Drive in Downtown Glendale will be closed Jan. 1-3 and Jan. 8-9. Barricades will prohibit vehicular traffic on Glenn Drive from 59th Avenue through 57the Avenue. Both lanes on Glendale Avenue will remain open.
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Christmas Eve stabbing BY GLENDALE STAR STAFF A Glendale resident was fatally stabbed at his home Christmas Eve. According to Glendale Police Department spokesman Randy Stewart, officers responded to a stabbing call near 8100 W. Glendale Avenue. “When officers arrived, they found an adult male lying on the floor of the apartment, unresponsive, with an apparent stab wound,” Stewart said. “Officers performed life-saving
measures until paramedics arrived and transported the victim to a local hospital.” Stewart said the 60-year-old man died at the hospital. “Officers were told by witnesses that the victim had answered a knock at the door and was stabbed by an unknown suspect,” Stewart said. No arrests have been made, and “the investigation is ongoing,” Stewart said.
Fireworks permitted but regulated through Jan. 3 BY GLENDALE STAR STAFF With New Year’s Eve—traditionally a time some set off fireworks—approaching, Glendale City Council shot up fines for illegal fireworks at its December meeting. According to Arizona law, “consumer fireworks” are permissible for use between June 24 and July 6, and Dec. 24 and Jan. 3. But bottle rockets and booming firecrackers are not legal. In Glendale, it is illegal to possess “display” fireworks, defined as “firework devices designed primarily to produce visible or audible effect by combustion, deflagration or detonation, except authorized by city permit.” Fireworks may not be discharged between 12:30 and 7 a.m. “Display fireworks go in the air and make a loud noise,” Deputy City Manager Rick St. John noted. But, according to St. John’s presentation, “This provision has not been enforced in the past.” Previously, fireworks violators were fined $275. In January, Councilman Bart Turner asked for information on calls for service related to fireworks and how those calls for service are handled. Council discussed the matter during Consumer fireworks are permitted to be bought and sold through Jan. 3, though not all fireworks are legal. (Glendale Star file photo)
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BY GLENDALE STAR STAFF Barrio Queen, the hip Mexican food chain that started in Scottsdale, opened its first “west side” restaurant in Glendale Dec. 26. (A second West Valley Barrio Queen is scheduled for Avondale in April.) The Glendale Barrio Queen is in the old Rock Bottom Restaurant and Brewery near Arrowhead Towne Center at 7640 W. Bell Road. The Glendale location opened in takeout/delivery mode. For more information, visit barrioqueen.com or call 602-287-8226. “We had a lot of requests to bring the Barrio to the west side and, after looking for a while, found the perfect spot for our brand at this area of Bell Road. Now people in this area can just drive
down the road to visit us,” said Barrio Queen co-owner Linda Nash. The Rock Bottom brewing tanks at the location were redesigned as a private dining/tequila room. The location was designed with a similar feel as the other existing five locations—Scottsdale, Gilbert, North Phoenix, Tempe and Queen Creek.
Barrio Queen Glendale features a 5-foot rhinestone sugar skull, two bars and a large outdoor patio. Mexican artist Genaro Garcia assisted in the design. His art, as well as art by other local artists, is on display. Barrio Queen opened its first “west side” location in Glendale. (Photos courtesy Barrio Queen)
Police looking for homicide ‘person of interest’ BY GLENDALE STAR STAFF The Glendale Police Department is asking the public to help locate 37-year-old Florian J. Culp, a “person of interest” in the killing of Quevon “Kash” Roland. Around 2 a.m. Sept. 23, Glendale police responded to a report of a shooting near 6600 N. 43rd Avenue. Roland, a 31-year-old Phoenix resident, was found unresponsive in the parking lot area. “He had sustained multiple gunshot wounds,” said Tiffany Ngalula, a police spokesman. “Officers attempted life-saving efforts, and Roland was transported to a local hospital.”
Roland died at the hospital Sept. 25. Culp, who is 6 feet tall and weighs 220 pounds, “was one of the last people seen with the victim prior to the shooting,” said Ngalula. According to Department of Corrections information, Culp was sentenced to six years for aggravated assault in 2015. He was released in October 2019, after serving four and a half years in prison. Ngalula asked anyone with any information on Culp to call Silent Witness at 480-WITNESS or 480-TESTIGO or the Glendale Police Department at 623-930-3000.
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“We are building a team of the top people in the industry, and as a former town manager, Jamsheed has the expertise and vision to lead our development services department at a time when the city is experiencing exciting growth,” said Glendale City Manager Kevin Phelps. “His role is critical to all our projects and to the prosperity that is taking place and will continue over the next decade. He brings the ideal mix of historical knowledge of our city and a wealth of experience successfully working with elected officials and communities.” Mehta said he is impressed by Glendale’s economic development, “which makes me very excited to lead this forward-thinking team. “Glendale has the space, infrastructure, technology and leadership to welcome thousands of new residents and businesses,” he added.
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My New Year’s wish: Cancel the party BY DAVID LEIBOWITZ Glendale Star Columnist
As we stare 2021 in the face, here’s hoping that our elected leaders take a stand against one of the most serious public health threats currently facing the state of Arizona. New Year’s Eve. Which this year might as well be known as “The Planet’s Largest OneNight Superspreader Event.” One of the things we have learned about COVID-19 this year is that the virus thrives on congregations and people spending time together unmasked and in close proximity. That makes holidays especially dangerous in terms of community spread, as we saw a couple weeks after Thanksgiving, when positive case numbers spiked in Arizona and across the United States. As someone who has urged a balance between social restrictions and the economic damage those restrictions create—and as a human being who values family, spirituality and interpersonal
connection—I was loath to suggest we legislate Hanukkah and Christmas out of existence this year. But let’s be honest: New Year’s Eve has no such emotional or familial weight. It’s mostly just an excuse to tie one on for folks who are into that sort of thing. Personally, if history is any indication, I’ll be asleep before the ball drops in Times Square in New York City— where they intend to have a televised celebration sans crowd in 2021. As for the rest of you, you may not like this, but I’d be thrilled if our state’s governor, mayors and county supervisors took a page out of Tucson and Pima County’s book for one night only and declared a mandatory curfew beginning at 10 p.m. sharp and lasting until 5 in the morning. We can exempt first responders, doctors, nurses and other health care professionals, essential workers and the homeless, along with anyone else headed to work or dealing with a legitimate emergency.
In keeping with the Pima County measure, bars, restaurants, clubs and other businesses that help people defy the curfew—say, by serving champagne at midnight—would be subject to having its license or business permit revoked. As for individual curfew breakers, I’d rather not tie up police officers writing citations as opposed to, say, tracking down New Year’s drunken drivers. But a stern warning wouldn’t bother me much. For the past nine months, I’ve found myself repeatedly caught between two warring factions: people who think COVID is fake and believe every mitigation measure is abysmally stupid and people who want to lock down the entire state “because if a lockdown would be enough to save even a single life, then that’s our responsibility.” I have disagreed with both sides at every turn, arguing instead for two things these camps seem to have forgotten: personal responsibility and balance. The notion of a New Year’s Eve curfew irks me, because it represents government depriving citizens of our
freedom. With that said, it’s not much of a deprivation: one night where we’d be forced to head home a few hours early. Balanced against avoiding the inevitable positive case spike, especially after the Christmas holidays, one night of curtailed fun seems a small price to pay. With the Pfizer and Moderna vaccines already being distributed and an end to this nightmarish year—and potentially the pandemic—finally at hand, now seems like a lousy time to risk your health or the health of those you love. Regardless, even a cursory scan of the events listings shows lots of nightclubs planning to host lots of New Year’s parties to welcome in 2021. Not to mention thousands of intimate gatherings that will happen in thousands of living rooms. There oughta be a law. Because hoping people will display some common sense has failed all year long. David Leibowitz has called the Valley home since 1995. Contact david@leibowitzsolo.com.
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While tracking the ups and downs, historic lows keep the Valley real estate market at the top of the “Nice” list. According to the National Association of Realtors 2020 Real Estate Forecast Summit, the Phoenix metro area ranked among the top 10 markets during the pandemic and in a postCOVID environment in 2021-22. While rankings considered various factors, relocation to the area, the percentage of workers working from home and the number of multi-generational households were cited as top reasons Phoenix made the list. That’s encouraging news, as the potential for COVID-19-related foreclosures and evictions continues to be a looming concern. High demand and low inventory continue to keep our local market strong. During November, 399 MLS listing sales closed in Glendale and 380 in Peoria. As of Dec. 21, there were 159 active and available listings (not count-
ing properties already under contract or pending close of escrow) in MLS in Glendale and 179 active listings in Peoria. That’s 40% of one month’s inventory in Glendale (down from 50% in October) and 47% of one month’s inventory in Peoria (down from 56% in October). The Dec. 21 Maricopa County inventory was 69.5% of November’s closed sales (down from 75.8% in October). Showing traffic continues to see slight decreases. According to ShowingTime, the platform Realtors use to schedule most of the MLS showings, during November, listings in the $200,000-$299,999 range averaged 12.97 showings per listing in Glendale and 14.09 in Peoria. The next closest was the $300,000$399,999 range, with 12.57 showings per listing in Glendale and 9.51 show-
ings per listing in Peoria. And not every showing is scheduled through ShowingTime, so the actual numbers are higher. According to Freddie Mac, mortgage rates have hit another record low. As of Dec. 17, National Mortgage Rates reported U.S. weekly averages of 2.67% for a 30-year fixed, 2.21% for a 15year fixed rate and 2.79% for a fiveyear ARM. November entry-level prices for a detached home with three bedrooms and two baths increased and decreased across financing options. While the lowest price paid for a home with conventional financing in Maricopa County increased to $172,900, Glendale conventional buyers saw a decrease to $221,200 and Peoria conventional buyers a reduction to $172,900. Buyers using FHA financing saw declines in prices paid with a minimum of $178,000 in Maricopa County, paid in Peoria, while Glendale FHA buyers paid a minimum of $199,000. Peoria VA buyers saw no change,
with a minimum of $260,000 paid, while Glendale VA buyers saw an increase to $240,000 and Maricopa County VA buyers an increase to $215,640. According to MLS statistics, the number of buyers financing their purchases in November dropped from 83.7% to 76.4%. Conventional financing made up 77.5% of those sales, FHA 14.8%, VA 7.6% and the remaining sales used other financing methods. If your finances are seeing fewer ups than downs right now, please know that you are not alone. If you’re a homeowner, contact your lender to see what programs they are offering. If you’re a tenant, rental assistance is available through the Arizona Department of Housing website at saveourhomeaz.gov. If you’re a landlord, you can apply for aid at arizonatogether.org/grants. Lisa Baker sells homes in Glendale and Peoria. For more information, visit LisaRBaker. com, MoveToGlendaleAZ.com or facebook. com/LRBakerREALTOR.
Clean Eatz is now open BY GLENDALE STAR STAFF Clean Eatz, a “healthier lifestyle” restaurant chain, opened its first Glendale location Dec. 17 at 5870 W. Thunderbird Road, Suite A4. The healthy lifestyle restaurant specializes in preparing “properly portioned meals” with catering, grab-andgo meals as well as dine-in at the café. Clean Eatz Glendale is owned and operated by local entrepreneurs and health and wellness fanatics Alejandra and Dennis Cruce. A former Phoenix elementary school teacher, Alejandra has always prided herself on eating healthy while mak-
ing delicious meals. Dennis has been working out since he was 16 and has competed in multiple powerlifting competitions. After seeing how their values and goals aligned with Clean Eatz and seeing the lack of healthy eating options in the area, they decided to bring the first location west of Illinois to Glendale. “I love being able to eat food that is delicious but also healthy, and that’s what Clean Eatz will offer the Glendale community,” Alejandra said. “Clean Eatz provides so many safe and convenient options for residents to receive their meals, and we look forward
to introducing our seasonally revolving menu to people looking to make themselves and their family healthier.” Clean Eatz of Glendale is open from 11 a.m. to 7 p.m. Monday through Friday and 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. Saturday. For more information on Clean Eatz of Glendale, call 602-374-3806 or visit cleaneatz.com.
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Coyotes hockey returns to Gila River Arena BY GLENDALE STAR STAFF Hockey will return to Glendale soon. After the NHL gave the all-clear to start dropping pucks in January, the Arizona Coyotes announced their schedule for the 2020-21 season. The Coyotes will open their 25th year in the Valley of the Sun on Thursday, Jan. 14, at Gila River Arena against Brent Burns, Logan Couture and the San Jose Sharks. The Coyotes will play a total of 56 regular season games (28 home and 28 away). The Coyotes will host many of the NHL’s biggest stars and toughest teams at the Glendale rink in the coming months, including Brent Burns, Logan Couture and the San Jose Sharks (Jan. 14, Jan. 16, March 26 and March 27); Mark Stone, Alex Pietrangelo and the Vegas Golden Knights (Jan. 22, Jan. 24, April 30 and May 1); Ryan Getzlaf and the Anaheim Ducks (Jan. 26, Jan. 28, Feb. 22 and Feb. 24); Ryan O’Reilly, Jordan Binnington and the St. Louis Blues (Feb. 13, Feb. 15, April 15 and April 17); Anze Kopitar, Drew Doughty and the Los Angeles
Kings (Feb. 18, Feb. 20, May 3 and May 5); Nathan MacKinnon and the Colorado Avalanche (Feb. 25, Feb. 27, March 22 and March 23); and Matt Dumba and the Minnesota Wild (March 5, March 6, April 19 and April 21). The NHL announced that for the 202021 season, the league will be re-aligned into four divisions: North, West, Central and East. The Coyotes will compete in the West division against Anaheim, Colorado, Los Angeles, Minnesota, San Jose, St. Louis and Vegas. Each team in the West division will play every other team in the division eight times. The top four teams in each division will qualify for the Stanley Cup Playoffs, with interdivisional play in the first two rounds. Arizona’s season-long homestand will be 10 games against St. Louis, Los Angeles, Anaheim, Colorado and Minnesota from Feb. 13 to March 6. The Coyotes’ longest road trip will be eight games with stops in St. Louis, Anaheim, Los Angeles and Vegas from March 29 to April 11.
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Superstar Swimmer Sandra Day O’Connor freshman Caelle Armijo of Glendale raced to a state championship in the 100-yard freestyle. This is the first time since prior to 2010, when the AIA divisions were reconfigured, that a freshman won the Division 1 100-yard freestyle. (Photos courtesy DVUSD)
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EJ’s holds third annual New Year’s Day auction BY GLENDALE STAR STAFF What will be the hot antique and collectibles of 2021? Before EJ’s Auction & Appraisal’s third annual New Year’s Day online auction Friday, Jan. 1, Erik Hoyer, EJ’s owner and auctioneer, is sharing his predictions for five items that will be in demand in 2021: • Vintage timepieces: “For centuries, people have been fascinated with horology, which is the study of the measurement of time. And when it comes to collecting vintage watches and timepieces, the market continues to be strong. Vintage brands that are doing well at auction include Rolex, Cartier, Breitling, Movado, Omega, Longines and Patek Philippe.” • Gold coins and jewelry: With gold markets rallying, Hoyer believes
the value of gold will continue to increase. “Gold coins will continue to do well at auction, especially if they are highly graded. Gold jewelry is also in demand. Brands that do well include Cartier, Georg Jensen, Kristoff, and costume jewelry manufacturers like Weiss and Eisenberg.” • Boats: “While there has been an increase for demand for all sporting goods, like camping gear, trampolines, roller skates and fishing equipment, sales for boats have been off the charts.” Hoyer said EJ’s has seen an increased demand for all types of watercraft, from kayaks and jet skis to power boats and water sports gear. • Bicycles: “Some experts say bikes are ‘the new toilet paper.’ There’s a huge shortage, with some on back order through 2021. … There’s
also a strong demand for vintage bicycles.” • Home and design products: “Not only are people redecorating by switching out their art and other home décor, sales of outdoor furniture and accessories have seen unprecedented growth as people create fresh new looks for their patios, decks and gardens.” EJ’s Auction & Appraisal’s third annual New Year’s Day auction will feature high-end antiques and collectibles from several affluent estates. Items expected to create a bidding frenzy include a vintage Rolex Oyster Perpetual Day Date 18-karat gold watch, an 1894
$20 Liberty Head gold coin, fine art, a Colt General George S. Patton collector edition pistol, and an antique, circa 1895, Charles Looff Circus World carousel horse. A free public preview takes place from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Thursday, Dec. 31. The New Year’s Day auction starts at noon. Due to the pandemic, the auction is online only. EJ’s Auction & Appraisal is at 5880 W. Bell Road in Glendale, on the northeast corner of 59th Avenue and Bell Road. For details, visit ejsauction.com or call 623-878-2003. Clockwise from top left: Gold coins, such as this 1894 $20 Liberty Head coin, are expected to do well at auction in 2021. A bronze sculpture, “Pursuit,” by David Lemon will be auctioned Jan. 1. Since the pandemic began, demand for bicycles has surged; this specialized Rockhopper speed bicycle recently sold at auction for $500. An antique Charles Looff Circus World carousel horse, circa 1895, will be auctioned. (Photos courtesy EJ’s Auction & Appraisal)
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Keep looking, there’s still time to find Christmas Were you looking? Did you see it last week? You might be thinking, “Looking for what?” Looking for Christmas, of course. I mean the real Christmas. Sometimes you can see something and not see it. Sometimes you can hear something and not hear it. Sometimes you can know something and not know it. These days we tend to glance at Jesus and gaze at the gala, missing the real Christmas. E.B. White said, “To perceive Christmas through all its wrappings becomes more difficult with each passing year.” Once a year, the real Christmas comes around again to jog our memories, open our eyes and remind us we need a Savior. We need The Savior now, more than ever. Just look at the news. Can you sense the atmosphere filled with both fear and anger at the same time?
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A man was looking for who he called “The consolation of Israel.” His name was Simeon. The Lord told him that he would not die until he saw the Savior. I’m not sure if he was good-looking, but I can tell this: He sure was good at looking. Simeon was aware, his eyes wide open, understanding that the time was coming when he would see His Savior. He refused to close his ears or his eyes to a word from God. At the appointed time, God’s word became visible in Simeon’s world. Simeon saw His Savior because he
was looking for His Savior. “Now Lord, let me depart in peace … for my eyes have seen Thy salvation” (Luke 2:30). He saw Christ. Christ was the reason for Christmas. The first step for seeing is to be looking. In the Christmas account in the Scripture, Elizabeth and Zacharias were looking for the real Christmas. Mary and Joseph were looking for the real Christmas. The shepherds were looking for the real Christmas. The wise men were looking for the real Christmas. Simeon was looking for the real Christmas. Anna was looking for the real Christmas. Christmas only begins “to look a lot like Christmas” if you’re looking a lot for Christmas.
It’s easy to look at the beauty of a Christmas gift. Shiny gold wrapping paper, under a tree, with a big red bow and your name on it. The sound of Christmas carols, the smell of lunch or dinner, and getting a few days off from work causes us to overlook the real Christmas. That kind of Christmas is shiny, glittery, tinselly and perhaps shallow or empty. Many people see the shadows of Christmas but miss the substance of Christmas. They focus more on form than function. The birth of Jesus becomes the vehicle, and SEE DELPH PAGE 19
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Christmas cheer becomes the driver, going where it wants to go, seeing only what it wants to see. Be aware. There are heaps of Scrooges and Grinches out there, strutting and preening about, wanting us to gaze at them and glance at The Savior. When you do that, you miss Christmas. Herod (local and state government) missed Christmas. Matthew 2:3. The priests (religion) missed Christmas. Matthew 2:4. The scribes (education and media) missed Christmas. Matthew 2:4. The innkeeper (business) missed Christmas. Luke 2:7. The Roman Empire and Caesar Augustus (federal government) missed Christmas. Luke 2:1. All of Jerusalem (people in a big city) missed Christmas. Matthew 2:3. The Roman soldiers (military) missed Christmas. Matthew 2:16. Remember, seeing starts with looking. Isn’t what is inside of the present the primary goal of a gift? But it’s so hard to see when my eyes are on me. The first Christmas didn’t have shiny wrapping and a red bow. There was no glitter or caroling in the stable that night. And a baby in a manger in swaddling clothes was not as exciting as the Patriots vs. the Seahawks. Somehow, some looked beyond the outside of the present and found the real gift of Christmas on the inside of the present. They discovered the best presents are wrapped in heaven. Those who were looking for Christmas, the first Christmas, didn’t just
cognize Christmas. They “re-cognized” Christmas. Recognition is cognition on steroids. Here’s an empowering takeaway for you: Whatever you don’t recognize, you don’t appreciate. Whatever you don’t appreciate, you don’t celebrate. Whatever you don’t celebrate may eventually exit your life. Hint: There could be something you are not seeing because you aren’t looking. And, it could be costing you dearly, like our need for The Savior. For those who saw the real Christmas this year, don’t be surprised if God takes you on a lengthy journey of inconvenience and repositions you into your destiny, just like Joseph and Mary. Don’t be surprised if a mysterious “star” appears to guide you to where you need to be to see what God wants you to see. Don’t be surprised if wise men come from afar with gifts, blessings and smiles. Why? You are where God wanted you to be because you saw what God wanted you to see. You will be better for it. Were you looking for Christmas last week? Did you see it? There’s still time. When you recognize it, Christmas breaks through the fog, the chaos, the hopelessness and the confusion. Christmas brings clarity. And in today’s world, clarity is a rarity. To learn more about Pastor Ed Delph, the Church-Community Connection and Nation strategy, call 623-376-6757, e-mail nationstrategy@cs.com or visit nationstrategy.com.
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Many schools begin the New Year online BY GLENDALE STAR STAFF Many public school classrooms in Glendale will be closed to start 2021, as most districts are in online-only mode after a post-Thanksgiving spike in COVID-19 cases in communities. But Peoria Unified School District classrooms at Glendale and Peoria high schools and elementary schools will be open Jan. 4. The Peoria Unified School District Governing Board voted to keep classrooms open after winter break “regardless of benchmark data.” Guidance from the county indicates PUSD, with two consecutive weeks of “substantial” data as of Dec. 24, has a recommended learning scenario of “virtual with onsite support.” Maricopa County spokesman Ron Coleman noted the guidelines are flexible. “It is correct that if all three metrics are in the red, ‘virtual’ should be recommended,” Coleman said. “If, however, a school is able to support safe in-school learning, we support that as well.” Indeed, according to a Dec. 17 county webinar, “with the recent publications emphasizing the benefits of in-person learning, particularly for elementary schools, and the emerging data indicating that in-person school attendance is not a risk factor for youth testing positive for COVID-19, MCDPH recommends preferentially keeping elementary and middle schools open for in-person learning.” The county updates school district data each Thursday, with three benchmarks: cases per 100,000, percentage of positive tests and percentage of “COVID-like illnesses.” Anything over 100 cases per 100,000 is considered “substantial spread”—and the West Valley is many times above that minimum. A Dec. 24 update shows PUSD’s three benchmarks remain “in the red” for the
Glendale Elementary School District will return from winter break in online-only mode through Feb. 1. But Peoria Unified School District, despite being “in the red” for two consecutive weeks, will keep its classrooms open when winter break ends Jan. 4. (Glendale Star file photo)
second consecutive week. The cases per 100,000 in the PUSD community rose from 582 the previous week to 584. According to Maricopa County Department of Public Health guidance, school districts that have all three benchmarks in the red category of substantial risk for two consecutive weeks should “consult Public Health about preparation for virtual with onsite support.” On Dec. 17, the Glendale Elementary School District analyzed the latest information from Maricopa County’s school metrics and decided to extend the online-only model. GESD classrooms will remain closed through January. The district’s winter break is Dec. 21 through Jan. 4. “As we approach winter break, we understand that you are looking for a clear direction regarding our plans for returning after the break,” Superintendent Cindy Segotta-Jones said in a post on the district’s website and Facebook page. “The Maricopa County Department of Public Health released metrics today indicating that all three benchmarks are in the red for all three of our GESD zip
codes.” One of the benchmarks showed cases per 100,000 in the GESD community soared from 324 the previous week to 540. A Dec. 24 update shows the cases per 100,000 in the GESD community rose even more, to 617. “Based on the benchmarks, it is recommended that all GESD schools operate in the virtual learning model with onsite support upon our return from winter break,” Segotta-Jones wrote. “… We must also take into account the potential for increased exposure and transmission of COVID-19 in our communities as we continue planning for metrics updates in January. “That said, the earliest projected date for a return to school in the hybrid model is Monday, Feb. 1,” she wrote. Monday, Jan. 4, is a Professional Growth Day for GESD, with no virtual instruction for students on that day. Online classes resume Jan. 5. For more information, visit gesd40. org. Deer Valley Unified School District will also begin the next semester online when winter break ends.
According to DVUSD, kindergarten through eighth graders will have virtual learning from Jan. 4 through Jan. 15, with students returning to classrooms Jan. 19. DVUSD high school students will be in virtual learning for an extra week, with high school classrooms reopening Jan. 25. The Dec. 24 county update showed 525 cases per 100,000 in the DVUSD community. At Glendale Union High School District, “All students will continue virtual/ remote learning from home on Tuesday, Jan. 5,” according to the latest district information. The Dec. 24 county update showed 539 cases per 100,000 in the GUHSD community. “The Arizona Department of Health Services developed the benchmark thresholds at the request of the education community as a guide to help school districts determine when it is safe to return to in-person instruction. The experiences of other countries have indicated that reopening schools may be lower risk in communities with lower community transmission,” according to the schools COVID-19 website. According to Maricopa County, “School nurses and other school healthcare personnel are eligible to be vaccinated for COVID-19 in Phase 1A.” Also according to the county’s school COVID-19 website, following Centers for Disease Control and Prevention guidelines, the quarantine period has been shortened to 10 full days with no symptoms or seven full days with a negative test. The bottom line, according to the county and state: “The health, safety and well-being of students, teachers, staff, and their families are the most important considerations in determining when schools can open for in-person learning.”
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Varsity Facility Services is hiring for Part-Time and Full Time Janitorial positions for offices in the City of Glendale. Applicants must have some janitorial experience, must be dependable and able to communicate with client and supervisor. Applicants must have reliable transportation, must be authorized to work in the United States and pass a Background Check. Apply in person at: 8930 N 78th Ave., Peoria, AZ 85345 from 9:00am - 4:00pm Monday thru Friday.
Varsity está solicitando personas para limpieza de oficinas en la Cuidad de Glendale. Los solicitantes deben tener alguna experiencia de limpieza, ser confiable y capaz de comunicarse con el cliente y supervisor, deben tener transportación confiable. Deben pasar una verificación de antecedentes, y ser autorizados a trabajar en los Estados Unidos. Aplique en persona al: 8930 N 78th Ave., Peoria, AZ 85345 de 9:00 am a 4:00 pm de lunes a viernes.
Varsity está solicitando personas para limpieza de oficinas en la Cuidad de Glendale.
APTS/CONDOS FOR RENT TANNER TERRACE APARTMENTS A Non-Smoking Facility 7138 N. 45th Avenue Glendale, AZ 85301
NOW ACCEPTING APPLICATIONS ALL ONE BEDROOMS Subsidized Section 8-202 62 years old And Mobility Impaired Persons Monday-Friday 8:00am-4:30pm
623-939-9447
TANNER TERRAZA APARTAMENTOS Un complejo residencial para no fumadores 7138 N. Avenida 45 Glendale, AZ 85301
AHORA ACEPTAMOS APLICACIONES TODOS DE UN DORMITORIO Subvencionado sección 8-202 62 años Y personas discapacitadas fisicas Lunes-Viernes 8:00 am a 4:30 pm
623-939-9447
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LOCKSMITH
Good Condition = More $$$ Best Prices! Fast, free pickup!
623-329-2043 CONCRETE / MASONRY
PROMPT, QUALITY AND PROFESSIONAL SERVICE SINCE 1978 • Locks Rekeyed • Commercial Locks • Deadbolts • Auto Locks, Keys & Transponders • Safes • Security Products
602.956.7299
PATIOS, WALKWAYS, DRIVEWAYS, RV PARKING
3942 E. Campbell, Phoenix, AZ 85018 After hours call 602.956.7299
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Office 623-872-7622
ROC#289851
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ELECTRIC
FOR ALL YOUR ELECTRICAL NEEDS COMMERCIAL & RESIDENTIAL
Kite Plumbing FREE ESTIMATES
Doubles & 8 ft doors starting at $
650
IRONSMITH DOORS, INC
623-486-5777
Michael Kite
602-329-2790 “Licensed, bonded and insured” ROC #267604
The Glendale Star
December 31, 2020
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SPORTS CENTER
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JOHNSON - EVINRUDE VOLVO - OMC - MERCRUISER Fishing Boats - Runabouts Pontoons - Trailer Repair Welding - Parts
623-937-9233 12405 W. Glendale Ave. Glendale
www.boatrepairaz.com
POOL SERVICES
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602-471-2346
POOL SERVICES
WINDOWS
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623.878.1102
AE&Sons
High Quality Experts 22 Years Experience
30 Years Experience References Available
Pools Plastering Co. LLC
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602-743-3175
• Free Estimates / Free Inspections
602-505-8066 Cell
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www.aeandsons.com
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7301 N. 58th Avenue, Glendale AZ 85301
December 31, 2020
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RINGING IN THE NEW YEAR WITH A VIRTUAL WELCOME BACK TO GESD STUDENTS AND STAFF! GESD to kick off 2021 with remote learning and working.
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Cindy Segotta-Jones, Superintendent
As we prepare to welcome 2021 in GESD, we're taking a moment to pause and reflect on all we've been through together in 2020. Our dedicated teachers and employees are committed to serving all GESD kids, even from a distance. Our students and families have shown overwhelming strength and resilience going from remote learning to hybrid and back to virtual to protect everyone's health and safety. GESD thanks you for your family’s commitment to ensuring your child’s success and our success. Happy New Year, GESD community!
January 2021 dates to remember
Monday, Jan. 4 - Professional Growth Day (no students or support services) Tuesday, Jan. 5 - Students return to virtual instruction and limited capacity onsite Wednesday, Jan. 6 - Curbside meal distribution resumes Monday, Jan. 11 - Curbside meal distribution returns to Monday/Wednesday schedule Monday, Jan. 18 - MLK Holiday no school or meal services