Tourism, border security, legal employment for Mexicans and a regional infrastructure development were the four action plans discussed at the third border mayors meeting held on Jan. 25 at the Douglas Visitors Center.

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Local lawmaker leader in higher state per diem
Rep. David Stevens expected to join Tucson Democrat in filing bipartisan bill for current session

Lawmaker wants hospitals to confirm patients’ immigration status
PHOENIX — A state legislator is moving to put Arizona’s hospitals on the front line in the fight against illegal immigration.

SAMC files for bankruptcy
Southeast Arizona Medical Center (SAMC) filed for bankruptcy on Feb. 8.

Road Construction
The City of Douglas continues work on various projects. This work is being completed by the Department of Public Works and is part of the Mayor and Council’s ongoing infrastructure improvement program.

Sheriff’s Office warns of ‘Ransom Scam’
The Cochise County Sheriff’s Office is investigating three cases that were reported in the past two weeks of a “Ransom Scam”. This scam has been in existence for some time and has recently resurfaced in more metropolitan areas. This scam incorporates a malware virus into your computer and creates significant issues for the victim.

Low revenue, will have fiscal impact on city
The mayor and council held a joint meeting with the city finance committee on Feb. 6 at City Hall to discuss the city’s financial outlook for fiscal year 2012/2013.

State may outlaw pets for prizes
PHOENIX — Arizona parents may soon no longer have to worry about a child coming home from a carnival with a live goldfish in a bag.

Postal service to start 5 day a week mail delivery in August
Officials for the U.S. Post Office announced last week that starting in August all first class mail will be delivered just five days a week.

Arizona’s senators join bipartisan push for immigration reform framework
WASHINGTON – Arizona’s two senators recently joined six others to unveil a bipartisan “tough, but fair” plan for comprehensive immigration reform that includes a path to citizenship for some people now here illegally.

Flu cases decreasing in Douglas
Flu cases in Cochise County are slowly decreasing, but officials are still asking the public to get their flu shot.

Holiday closures for Feb. 18
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Governor battles to keep provision of SB1070
PHOENIX — Gov. Jan Brewer — or at least her attorneys — will get a chance to argue that Arizona should be allowed to enforce a law aimed at those who harbor illegal immigrants.

City Council meeting tonight
The Douglas City Council will hold its regular monthly meeting tonight at 6 p.m. in the City Hall council chambers.

Major water line break
Major water line break

DUSD board moves quickly through agenda
The Douglas School Board of Education moved quickly through its agenda at its Feb. 5 regular board meeting finishing in 19 minutes.

No school today
Douglas School Superintendent Sheila Rogers notified the Douglas Dispatch early this morning that there will be no school today due to last nights snow fall.

Road Construction
The City of Douglas continues work on various projects. This work is being completed by the Department of Public Works and is part of the Mayor and Council’s ongoing infrastructure improvement program.

City Council to hold work session tonight
The Douglas City Council will be holding a work session today at 4:30 p.m. in the City Hall council chambers.

Flu prevention continues in Douglas
Douglas’s Fire Chief Mario Novoa continues to work with local health care providers, DUSD School’s and charter school’s to education the public on the influenza (flu) outbreak.

Fire displaces local family
A mother and her three kids were forced out of their single wide trailer following an early morning fire this past Monday, Feb. 4.

Barber presents GAO report to residents
Congressman Ron Barber released a comprehensive study of Border Patrol strategy to ensure the border is secure to Douglas residents on Jan. 28 at the Douglas Visitors Center.

Free tax service for middle and low income tax payers
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Faras Elementary School
Third Grade

ASU presents DROPPED? Latino Education in Douglas
Dr. David Daugherty, director of researcher for the ASU Morrison Institute for Public Policy was in Douglas on Jan. 30.

Mistrial in Ysea drug case
A Cochise County Superior Court Judge declared a mistrial in Israel Ysea’s drug case. Ysea has been charged with marijuana transport and or sell, attempted marijuana possession for sale, hindering prosecution and first degree conspiracy.

Local soldier surprises twin daughters
Alejandro Coronado a Chief Warrant Officer three and helicopter pilot in the Army’s 25th Infantry Division out of Hawaii gave his twin daughters Sophia and Sarahri a huge surprise on Feb. 1 by returning home.

Rabies clinic stays busy
High Desert Veterinary Service in conjunction with the City of Douglas Police and Animal Control Dept. held a rabies vaccination clinic this past Saturday at the 10th Street Park.

Haven Health takes over local care facility
Officials at the La Solana Care and Rehab Center on San Antonio Ave. confirmed last week that earlier this month they were taken over by a company called Haven Healthcare.

Promotional ceremony for Sheriff’s Officer Supervisors
On Tuesday February 12, 2013 Cochise County Sheriff Mark Dannels held a promotional ceremony for those individuals who recently made rank from within the organization.

AARP needs tax volunteers
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Flu widespread in Arizona; hits Douglas
Trisha Maldonado
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Bookmobile schedule for January 2013
"To read a poem in January is as lovely as to go for a walk in June."~ Jean-Paul Sartre. It's January and if it has been a while since you visited the bookmobile (or if you have never climbed aboard!), it is a perfect time to check us out. Brighten up a dull Winter’s day or evening with a book or movie. Stop in at any of our 40 bookmobile stops. For a map and schedule of bookmobile stops, visit http://cochise.lib.az.us/ or for more information call the Cochise County Library District at 800-231-1574 or 520-432-8930.

CBP unveils largest-ever pot seizure at an Arizona port of entry
U.S. customs officers seized more than 14,000 pounds of marijuana at the Mariposa Port of Entry in Nogales last week, in what officials are calling the largest marijuana bust on record at an Arizona port of entry.

Deputy delivers his baby
Most law enforcement officers are trained to assist women in labor until the medics get to the scene. Cochise County Deputy Glen Ortiz never expected to assist his girlfriend Marisol Ruiz let alone deliver his own daughter.

Flu epidemic continues in Douglas
According to the Arizona Department of Health Services there has been a widespread activity of influenza in Arizona for the last three weeks.

Road Construction
The City of Douglas continues work on various projects. This work is being completed by the Department of Public Works and is part of the Mayor and Council’s ongoing infrastructure improvement program.

Postal rates set to go up Sunday
Beginning Sunday, January 27 the price for first class mail single piece letters will increase by a penny.

Marijuana, currency seized at Douglas port
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Brewer: No immigration reform until the border is secure
PHOENIX — Gov. Jan Brewer can’t put a specific definition on what it means to have a secure border.

Board discusses athletic matters
Douglas High School’s Athletic Director Stephanie Phillips gave a presentation on athletic gate fees at the Jan. 22 school board meeting held in the DUSD board room.

DPD Reports
Ahumada, Itzel was arrested at N Louis Ave & N Cochise Dr for driving on a suspended license. Ahumada was cited and released with vehicle impounded.

Sheriff Dannels warns of phone scam
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DPD Reports
Cadena, Ruben was arrested at 600 16th street for driving on suspended license. Cadena was cited and released.

CCSO assists in bomb threat at port
In the span of 12 hours late Saturday, early Sunday the Cochise County Sheriff’s Office assisted other law enforcement agencies in two different incidents one of which was a bomb threat at the Douglas Port of Entry.

State law would ban destroying guns
PHOENIX — Saying it’s none of the government’s business, a House panel voted Wednesday to bar cities, counties and the state from destroying guns that are voluntarily surrendered to them.

Road Construction
The City of Douglas continues work on various projects. This work is being completed by the Department of Public Works and is part of the Mayor and Council’s ongoing infrastructure improvement program.

Former Customs officer found guilty on drug charges
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New mayor, council take office for a day
Sarah Marley students held a mock city council meeting on Jan. 18, at city hall.

Custody laws changes began Jan. 1
PHOENIX — Couples who get divorced beginning this coming year will find some new rules in place on how much time each gets with the kids.

La Forge seeks help with air pollution
With air pollution on the rise especially during the winter months, Douglas City Councilman Ben La Forge is seeking help.

City council OK's electronic citations
A new ticket system for the Douglas Police Department was approved at the City Council meeting held on Feb. 13 at City Hall.

CCSO Reports
An off duty deputy from Douglas delivered a baby girl on Hwy 90 in route to Sierra Vista. Both mother and baby were transported to SVRHC by ambulance. This was the Deputy’s own wife and child involved.

Cities scream as Brewer seeks sales tax changes
PHOENIX — Gov. Jan Brewer formally proposed an extensive revamp of how Arizona collects sales taxes, drawing immediate fire from cities who fear major financial losses.

Accident shuts down Highway 80
Highway 80 was closed on Feb. 12 at from 5:15 to 6:30 p.m. following a two vehicle accident with injuries.

Governor's education plan first of its kind
PHOENIX — Gov. Jan Brewer is proposing what she said is a first-in-the-nation plan to tie state aid for education to academic performance and improvement.

Governor's budget calls for education, CPS spending
PHOENIX — Gov. Jan Brewer is proposing an $8.9 billion spending plan for next year, including a first-in-the-nation system of tying state aid for public schools to academic performance, an increase of nearly $400 million.

Winter storm advisory in effect for Douglas
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Judge stops funding block to Planned Parenthood
PHOENIX — A federal judge has permanently blocked Arizona from cutting off funds to Planned Parenthood solely because the organization also performs abortions.

Progressive Dinner Friday
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Sabor Latino headed to San Antonio Fan Fair
A local band will perform in front of thousands at Fan Fair in San Antonio, Texas, March 14 -17.

Author Carmen Agra Deedy visits Douglas Schools
Author Carmen Agra Deedy made an appearance at Stevenson Elementary on Feb. 6.

The Gadsden Purchase holds grand opening
The Gadsden Purchase Upscale Resale Boutique held their grand opening on Feb. 2.

Artist to visit Cochise campuses
John Lloyd, a former professor of furniture design at Montana State University, will give presentations at Cochise College's main campuses next month.

Bookmobile schedule
Bookmobile Schedule for February 2013
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February featured artist of the month Montano and Velasco
The Douglas Art Gallery is proud to present the work of Raul Montano Jr. and David and Sara Velasco.

DHS holds winter graduation
Douglas High School held its winter graduation for three students Monday, Jan. 28 in the James A. Brenden Auditorium.

DARC holds annual awards ceremony
Douglas’ Association for Retarded Citizens (DARC) held their annual awards ceremony on January 17 at the DARC building.

Faras spelling bee winners
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New martial arts studio opening in Douglas
A new martial arts studio is opening up in Douglas this week.

Bisbee sculptor named "Master of the Southwest"
SIERRA VISTA— Selected for his innovative use of local plants in bronze sculptures, Bob Wick, from Bisbee, has been named a “Master of the Southwest” by Phoenix Home & Garden magazine.

Top baby names for 2013
PHOENIX -- Remember all the Jessicas, Ashleys, Amandas and Jennifers born in the mid 1980s?

17th annual soup kitchen fundraiser for portal rescue
This year marks the 17th year for the Soup Kitchen, Portal Rescue's main fundraiser. This community event is scheduled for February 11, 12, and 13. It will be held at the Portal Rescue classroom building in Portal.

Time capsule sealed till 2062
Representatives from Douglas’ Centennial Committee as well as various civic organizations in Douglas met Thursday at the Douglas Government Center to seal a time capsule that was set up as part of Douglas’ Centennial Celebration.

Rent DVD’s at Stop N’ Go
Palo Verde Stop N’ Go, located on 3319 N Washington, has a new alternative to the Redbox with Cinebox.

Brush fire draws response from DFD
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Liberty Traditional celebrates love of reading week
Liberty Traditional Saddleback students participated in “Love of Reading” the week of Feb. 11. The school had various community members visit and read to the students each of the five days.

FFA workshop Saturday
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U.S. Customs and Border Protection Announces Citizen’s Academy in Bisbee
Border Patrol agents from the Tucson Sector’s Brian A. Terry and Douglas Stations as well as CBP officers from the Douglas and Naco Ports of Entry will host an integrated CBP Citizen’s Academy in Bisbee beginning Jan. 30. Participants will meet on Wednesday evenings from 6 p.m. to 8 p.m. for seven weeks, concluding on March 13.

Douglas Rotary Club to hold benefit dance Saturday
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Clawson Elementary Honor Roll
November Students

Faras Elementary School
Ms. Smith (AM)

Stevenson students honored
Stevenson Elementary held their fourth and fifth grade honor roll awards assembly on Jan. 30 in the Stevenson cafeteria.

Faras Elementary School Second Nine Weeks Period Perfect Attendance
Faras Elementary School

Stevenson Honor Roll
STEVENSON 2nd Quarter Honor Roll

Elfrida Elementary School District earns Energy Star
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Local Lions Club distributes flags to area schools
Members of the Douglas Noon Lions Club went around to the various public schools that had first graders this past Friday and presented them with U.S. Flags.

Joe Carlson Honor Roll
Joe Carlson School Students Honor Roll

Sarah Marley Elementary Honor Roll
2nd Grading Period

Adult computer series to be offered in Douglas
DOUGLAS — This semester, the Cochise College Center for Lifelong Learning will offer its Introduction to Computer Series for Adults at the college's Douglas campus for the first time.

College offers free advanced English classes for adults
Now that you can speak some English, TREAT classes are a great next step in reaching your full potential.

Cochise students can apply now for 2013-14 scholarships
Current and future Cochise College students are encouraged to begin lining up their educational finances for next year by applying for scholarships offered by the Cochise College Foundation before March 4.

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