Melrose Police and Fire Log Oct 18, 2009
A 17-year-old Melrose man, Alexander Herrera, 17, 9 South Mountain Ave., Melrose, was arrested on Sunday, Oct. 11 on charges of OUI liquor, unarmed robbery, underage possession of liquor and assault and battery. A 17-year-old Melrose man, 28 Lynde St., Melrose, was arrested on Sunday, Oct. 11 on charges of unarmed robbery and assault and battery. (Melrose Free Press, MA)
Public-private partnerships discussed Oct 18, 2009
The day-long event, to be held at the Arizona Grand Resort near South Mountain, includes panelists from Arizona s utility and construction industries, financial markets and higher education ranks. For more info: http://construction. (Phoenix Business Journal, AZ)
Arizona making way for private toll roads Oct 16, 2009
He highlighted one of the five listed routes as suitable: Arizona 801, which would parallel I-10 and connect the proposed South Mountain Freeway with Arizona 85 in Buckeye. The pros. (AZCentral -- News)
GCC drops 1-0 decision to Pima Oct 16, 2009
She gained the honor after a combined 26 shots, allowing only one goal in wins over Scottsdale (1-0) and South Mountain (2-1) community colleges. She was steady as usual, turning aside point-blank shots, which could have easily given Pima a 4-0 win. (Glendale Star, AZ)
Latinos reflect on role in Valley's past Oct 12, 2009
Tiburcio and his sons had helped complete the "Mexican Ditch," also know as the San Francisco Canal, that extended from what is now downtown Tempe 3 miles southwest toward South Mountain. The ditch helped desert farmlands flourish. (AZCentral -- News)
Apple festival relies on old-fashioned technology Oct 10, 2009
The engine that first got its use at a cannery in Biglerville has stayed in the area ever since and is kept at South Mountain Fairgrounds for use at just the apple festival. Normally I dont even need to work on it that much, True said, taking a break from the sticking lever. (Carlisle Sentinel, PA)
Building a trail in Fort Apache | Oct 8, 2009
Members have worked on projects in national forests throughout the state, as well as in city parks, most notably at South Mountain. Snodgrass coordinated the recently completed Fort Apache project. (AZCentral -- Travel)
Get a move on Oct 6, 2009
1 Hit a trail: South Mountain hike. The family-friendly trek to Fat Man's Pass at South Mountain Park is one of the best hikes in the Valley - not too long, not too difficult and with a terrific payoff. (AZCentral -- Travel)
Get moving: Fall walks, runs and more Oct 6, 2009
Benefits Lincoln Family Downtown YMCA. South Mountain Park, 10919 S. Central Ave., Phoenix ... South Mountain Classic 20K and 5K: 7:30 a.m. Oct. 18 ... South Mountain Park, 10919 S. Central Ave., Phoenix. (AZCentral -- Travel)
Councilman: Put Loop 202 on reservation Oct 6, 2009
Put the South Mountain Freeway on the Gila River Reservation ... Later this month, the Maricopa County Association of Governments Regional Council is expected to vote on a plan to build the South Mountain Freeway along Pecos Road in Ahwatukee and through South Mountain Park ... "ADOT has already acquired about 90 percent of the land it needs for the (South Mountain Freeway) right of way," Anderson said. (AZCentral -- News)
National festival calls upon local farmers Oct 4, 2009
Being just down the street from the South Mountain Fairgrounds in Arendtsville isnt a bad place to be for McDannell. We own the field and we rent it out to the Jaycees, which operates the Apple Festival, she said. (Carlisle Sentinel, PA)
PULSE BLOG: Festivals bring back fall feeling Oct 3, 2009
The marks its 45th year with music, food and tons of entertainment at a two-weekend long event at the South Mountain Fairgrounds in Arendtsville. The festival opens at 8 a.m. Saturday and Sunday and runs until 6 p.m.. (Carlisle Sentinel, PA)
SCHEDULE: National Apple Harvest Festival Oct 2, 2009
The Apple Harvest Festival is open 8 a.m.-6 p.m. Oct. 3-4 and 10-11 rain or shine, and is located 10 miles northwest of Gettysburg at the South Mountain Fairgrounds in Arendtsville. Here is the schedule of events for the festival. (Carlisle Sentinel, PA)
National Apple Harvest Festival marks 45th year Oct 2, 2009
This year, the festival will be held this Saturday and Sunday and run again the weekend of Oct. 10 and 11 at the South Mountain Fairgrounds near Arendtsville ... The Apple Harvest Festival is open 8 a.m.-6 p.m. Oct. 3-4 and 10-11, rain or shine, and is located 10 miles northwest of Gettysburg at the South Mountain Fairgrounds in Arendtsville. (Carlisle Sentinel, PA)
Military Roll of Honor Oct 1, 2009
Catano, son of Fernando Quintana of Odessa, is a 2009 graduate of South Mountain High School, Phoenix. Seaman Recruit Sheri L. Gonzalez, daughter of Raul Gonzalez of Alpine, recently completed U.S. Navy basic training at Recruit Training Command, Great Lakes, Ill. (Odessa American, TX)
UCLA Baseball Welcomes 13 Newcomers to Westwood Sep 25, 2009
In addition, the Bruins have added Dean Espy, a 2008 MLB Draft selection (41st round, Colorado), who transferred to UCLA after playing his freshman season at South Mountain City College in Phoenix ... (South Mountain CC) 6-1, 195 - R/R ... One-year letterwinner (2009) at South Mountain Community College (Phoenix) under head coach Todd Eastin. (Uclabruins.com)
Grace to speak at Arizona's top clinic Sep 22, 2009
Grace spent the previous two years as the head coach at South Mountain High School in Phoenix, Ariz ... The team went 29-4 and the state title was the first for South Mountain since 1992 ... One year prior to his arrival, South Mountain had finished just 4-17. (Oregon State Sports -- Rivals.com)
Obert's picks Sep 17, 2009
Phoenix South Mountain at LAVEEN BETTY FAIRFAX. San Luis at PHOENIX CARL HAYDEN. (AZCentral -- Sports)
Planners sketch out new interstate to Las Vegas Sep 15, 2009
In 1960, the region's first long-range plan included a South Mountain Freeway still being designed and a freeway parallel to Camelback Road that got scrapped. Nevertheless, earlier this month a major Valley developer in the potential freeway's path formed a non-profit to propel the project. (AZCentral -- News)
Friday Night Phenoms Sep 14, 2009
First time on Phenoms, Deer Valley RB Hayden McCellan rushed for 193 yards on 17 carries against South Mountain. Great all around performance by Buckeye's , he caught a TD, ran for 2 more and returned an INT for a 4th. (The Insiders -- Arizona Prep)
Power corridor amps Mesa's economy Sep 12, 2009
" Red Mountain geography Professor Niccole Cerveny helps direct research at the campus. Cerveny is a member of the national Council on Undergraduate Research and said Red Mountain will host a national workshop for the group next February. "We received a $191,000 National Science Foundation grant for an interdisciplinary study on the conservation and preservation of Native American rock art," Cerveny said. "We work at the Petrified Forest National Park, and we help out on a rock-art recording... (AZCentral -- News)
Bid wars, gutted homes plague market Sep 11, 2009
The 1982 five-bedroom, 3,500-square-foot home has its back to the South Mountain Preserve and has a pool, basketball court and a balcony overlooking a circular driveway. "We had had our eyes on this neighborhood for a long time," Dudebout said. (AZCentral -- Business)
Top UA players in Pac-10 Era: #13 Sep 10, 2009
That never happened for Evans as he was virtually ignored by ASU during his recruitment, but that didn't stop former Arizona assistant Gary Bernardi from pursuing the talent from South Mountain High School. He decided that Arizona, the arch-nemesis of his favorite school as a child, would be the place for him and it turned out to be one of the better choices he ever made. (Arizona Sports -- Rivals.com)
Team Rankings: 9/7/09 Sep 9, 2009
Dropped Out: South Mountain (0-1)Close. 4A11. (The Insiders -- Arizona Prep)
Obert's selections Sep 4, 2009
PHOENIX SOUTH MOUNTAIN at Surprise Willow Canyon. Class 4A-I. (AZCentral -- Sports)
Try the Pemberton Trail in McDowell Mountain park. Aug 28, 2009
"You're outside riding a bike - everybody likes that," said Craig Turner, a mechanic at South Mountain Cycles in Phoenix, who has been a mountain biker for about six years. "It's from your childhood, when riding was just really fun, but with mountain biking, you're out in the desert or on the side of a mountain.". (AZCentral -- Travel)
Where to ride Aug 28, 2009
Aug. 27, 2009 05:41 PM. There are lots of great mountain-biking trails around the Valley and around the state. (AZCentral -- Travel)
Denver's Bradley-Doppes Joins NACDA Executive Committee Aug 27, 2009
The professional development and programming opportunities through NACDA has created a talented pipeline of athletics administrators for years to come. NACDA does so many great things for collegiate athletics and I look forward to serving on this prestigious committee. (Nacda.com)
Rising from the East Aug 17, 2009
He operates the Kent Chase Golf Academy at the Raven Golf Club at South Mountain, and we had asked whether, after 10 years as a pro, Woods was attracting minority kids to golf. The answer: sort of. (AZCentral -- Sports)
It's decision time for O's, draft pick Givens Aug 17, 2009
Two more became official Tuesday: Randy Henry, a right-handed pitcher selected in the fourth round out of South Mountain (Ariz. Community College , signed for $365,000; and Ryan Berry, a Rice University right-hander selected in the ninth round, signed for $417,600, which is considered third-round money. (Prep Sports Sports -- Rivals.com)
Restaurant serves up tasty grasshoppers Aug 13, 2009
"They sell them in the mercados and in the restaurants and in the bars," said Eufemia Amabisca, a South Mountain Community College professor who studied cooking in Oaxaca and is an authority on Oaxacan cuisine. Amabisca, whose husband's family owns La Placita Cafe in Buckeye, said she has never encountered chapulines at any Mexican restaurant in Arizona. (AZCentral -- News)
Conquer the World in the Palm of Your Hand with Sid Meier's Civilization® Revolution for iPhone and iPod® touch Aug 11, 2009
and South Mountain), and the Sid Meiers Alpha Centauri series. In 2005, Firaxis Games was acquired by Take-Two Interactive Software, Inc., joining its 2K publishing label. (Yahoo! Wire -- Entertainment News)
Drawing the Mason Dixon Line Aug 8, 2009
They reached the South Mountain in August and the Potomac River in September that same year. During February and March of 1766, Mason took a break and traveled to York, Pennsylvania, Frederick, Maryland, Alexandria, Port Royal, Williamsburg, and Annapolis, Virginia. (Suite101.com)
Phoenix-area golf courses tout deals to offset heat, recession Aug 7, 2009
located at the base of South Mountain, is offering 10-round punch cards for $200, which includes golf carts, hot dogs and drinks, and range balls. Dollar beers on the weekend and noon tee times under $10 have boosted revenue 19 percent in June and 8 percent in July, compared to last year. (Phoenix Business Journal, AZ)
Latest plan for Loop 202 extension mulled Aug 4, 2009
It calls for 8-lane freeway through Ahwatukee and South Mountain preserve ... The latest plan for the extension of Loop 202, which would connect Chandler with west Phoenix, calls for an eight-lane freeway through the Ahwatukee Foothills and the South Mountain preserve ... The new proposal by the Maricopa Association of Governments for the South Mountain Freeway, which would extend 22 miles from Interstate 10 at Pecos Road to I-10 and 59th Avenue, would cost $1. (AZCentral -- News)
Family and friends remember fallen hero George Cortez Aug 1, 2009
He was assigned to the Cactus Park Precinct, the South Mountain Precinct and lastly July 4, 2007 to the Maryvale Precinct. It is surreal to think it has been two years, the pain will never go away, said Tom Tyo, Tiffany's father, who spent 28 years working in the sheriff's department, retiring as a captain last year. (Peoria Times, AZ)
Wazzu walk-on Jul 29, 2009
Hatfield said her main source of inspiration in her choice to continue volleyball came from the coach at South Mountain Community College, Pat Mooney. Mooney had offered Hatfield a scholarship, which she turned down. (Sierra Vista Herald, AZ)
NATYCAA Elects 2009-10 Officers and Executive Committee Members Jul 28, 2009
2009-10 Executive Committee members include the following directors of athletics: Scott Barlow, Lakeland CC; Art Becker, Scottsdale CC; Bob Bottger, St. Louis Community College at Meramec; Bobby Bowman, Pasco-Hernando CC; Ron Case, Gloucester County College; Bob Clement, West Hills College Lemoore; Jim Forkum, Santa Rosa Junior College; Chris Haines, South Mountain CC; Brenda Hampton, Iowa Western CC; Rick Hitt, South Florida CC; John Jackson, Dean College; Kulwant Singh, De Anza College;... (Nacda.com)
Deadly helicopter flight was delayed by weather Jul 27, 2009
BOONSBORO The pilot of a helicopter that crashed Thursday night on Interstate 70 at South Mountain, killing all four people aboard in a fiery crash, had delayed the flight for two hours because of bad weather, a transportation safety official said Friday. The helicopter crashed on the interstate east of Hagerstown shortly after taking off for the 25-mile flight from Hagerstown Regional Airport to Frederick, Md. (The Herald-Mail Online)
Maryland Chopper Crash Victims Had Been At Charity Event Jul 26, 2009
Frederick Municipal Airport Manager Kevin Daugherty said Friday morning he was shocked by news of the crash, which happened west of the Washington County-Frederick County line, on the western slope of a ridge known as South Mountain. He said Advanced Helicopter Concepts had been at the airport for well over 10 years and was a "top-notch operation.". (W-USA News, DC)
Employees of Frederick firm among 4 killed in copter crash on I-70 Jul 26, 2009
SMITHSBURG - A helicopter crashed onto Interstate 70 on South Mountain and burst into flames, killing three employees of a Frederick, Md ... Investigators from the National Transportation Safety Board and the FAA were also at the scene west of the Washington County-Frederick County line, on the western slope of South Mountain. (The Herald-Mail Online)
Investigators seek clues in I-70 copter crash Jul 26, 2009
The pilot of a helicopter that crashed Thursday night on Interstate 70 on South Mountain, killing all four people aboard, waited two hours before taking off from Hagerstown Regional Airport due to weather conditions, a National Transportation Safety Board spokesperson said Friday morning ... No one on the ground was injured in the crash of the Robinson R44 helicopter east of Hagerstown on South Mountain, authorities said ... This Robinson R-44 helicopter, tail number N7189W, crashed Thursday... (The Herald-Mail Online)
Helicopter crashes onto Md. interstate, killing 4 Jul 25, 2009
Investigators from the NTSB and the FAA were also at the scene west of the Washington County-Frederick County line, on the western slope of a ridge known as South Mountain. Maryland State police spokesman Greg Shipley said the bodies were being taken to the state medical examiner in Baltimore. (Rhinelander Daily News, WI)
Keep pets safe from the heat, officials urge Jul 25, 2009
That's what happened July 11 on South Mountain, when a Phoenix hiker's dog died from overexertion. The woman was halfway up Pima Canyon Trail with her two dogs when she suspected the larger of the pets, a 50- to 60-pound dog with thick, long black hair, was dying. (AZCentral)
Four Killed In Md. Helicopter Crash Jul 25, 2009
The crash happened on the western slope of South Mountain. That is about 10 miles east of Hagerstown, Md. (13WMAZ.com, GA)
Citi, La Raza to rehab foreclosed Phoenix homes Jul 25, 2009
The initial program will focus on three hard-hit Hispanic neighborhoods in western metropolitan Phoenix - South Mountain, the West Valley and Sunnyslope. Other nonprofit organizations, some of them affiliates of the NCLR, also will involved, along with banks holding inventory of real estate owned properties. (FOX 11, AZ)
Juneau teen dies hiking in Ariz. Jul 23, 2009
Kevin Walkenford, 14, was hiking with his mother, Yvonne Davenport, his aunt and a cousin when he collapsed near the end of a four-and-a-half-hour hike in the South Mountain Park and Preserve. Paramedics were called to the trail at about 11:30 a.m. Sunday. (Juneau Empire)
Heat's dangers stressed after death of hiker Jul 23, 2009
The 14-year-old boy was on a hike Sunday morning at South Mountain Park with several family members when he began showing signs of heatstroke. He was later pronounced dead at a Phoenix hospital. (AZCentral -- News)
No decision on outdoor boilers code for Dickinson Township Jul 22, 2009
Its disturbing to see the South Mountain covered with smoke, Perkins said. DEP is highly critical of these wood burners. (Carlisle Sentinel, PA)
Church program seen as key to safer south Phoenix Jul 22, 2009
South Mountain Precinct officers hope the city will apply for a federal Weed and Seed grant, which would provide additional funding for the 7/11 neighborhood fight-back area between 15th and Seventh avenues south of Buckeye Road, an area where police are seeing "flare-ups" of gang activity. Residents in other areas say they feel safer as a result of recent efforts. (AZCentral)
Alaska teen who collapsed on Arizona hike dies Jul 21, 2009
PHOENIX (AP) -- An Alaska teen has died after passing out during a hike at Phoenix's South Mountain Preserve. Phoenix fire officials say the 14-year-old and his family ran out of water during their more than four-hour hike amid triple-digit heat Sunday. (FOX 11, AZ)
Alaska teen dies after collapsing during hike Jul 21, 2009
PHOENIX -- An Alaska teen has died after passing out during a hike at Phoenix's South Mountain Preserve. Story tools. (Anchorage Daily News)
Cooke Township historic barn wall in jeopardy Jul 20, 2009
It is about 52 feet wide, 30 feet tall and 31 inches thick and stands alone on the South Mountain against a backdrop of bushes and poison ivy. Local lore maintains the barn was built by the Hessian prisoners, who in 1777 built the old magazine on Carlisle Barracks. (Carlisle Sentinel, PA)
Alaska teen dehydrates on hike Jul 20, 2009
PHOENIX -- Authorities say an Alaska teen who had gone into respiratory arrest while on a hike at Phoenix's South Mountain Preserve has been taken to an area hospital. Story tools. (Anchorage Daily News)
Interview with Floyd Landis Jul 20, 2009
Instead, after getting through a number of handlers at South Mountain Cycles in Ahwatukee, where Landis was among three pro racers promoting the sport, The Heat Index found a guarded Landis, closely being watched by his manager ... American cyclist Floyd Landis signs an autograph for Jonathan Wolter of Chandler outside the South Mountain Cycle bike shop in Phoenix on July 18, 2009. (AZCentral -- Sports)
Don't miss the 2009 Miss Sierra Vista Pageant Jul 20, 2009
South Mountain Community College, Freshman. Major: Marine Biology/Interpreting: Deaf. (Sierra Vista Herald, AZ)
7 ways to keep the fun up and the cost down Jul 19, 2009
Hike the South Mountain Park trails. The trails at South Mountain Park continue to attract aficionados. (AZCentral -- Entertainment)
Kids take adventures in nature Jul 17, 2009
Kings Gap Environmental Education Center encompasses 1,454 acres of forest, including 16 miles of hiking trails on the South Mountain off Pine Road. The grounds are open to the public year-round from 8 a.m. to sunset. (Carlisle Sentinel, PA)
Details of Bloody Lane of South Mountain unfold Jul 15, 2009
Maryland: Details of Bloody Lane of South Mountain unfold ... Details of Bloody Lane of South Mountain unfold ... Hundreds of people turned out at an event on South Mountain over the weekend to learn from Miller and others about Civil War battles in the area, including the Foxs Gap clash on Reno Monument Road where the Appalachian Trail crosses. (The Herald-Mail Online)
Foreclosures, liens continue to hit high-profile resorts, hotels Jul 5, 2009
In the Valley, those in default include the Arizona Grand Resort, formerly the Pointe South Mountain, and the Mondrian in Scottsdale, according to Real Capital Analytics. The most severe cases end up in foreclosure and/or bankruptcy, which is where a handful of marquee properties landed this year. (AZCentral -- Business)
175 commemorate citizenship Jul 5, 2009
More than 175 residents celebrated Independence Day by being sworn in as American citizens Saturday at South Mountain Community College in Phoenix. The naturalization ceremony recognized 187 individuals from 58 countries as United States citizens with songs, flags and the Oath of Allegiance. (AZCentral -- News)
Councilman tells Ahwatukee to prepare for freeway Jun 28, 2009
DiCiccio told about 50 Ahwatukee Foothills residents at a community meeting Saturday that they should get ready for a 10-lane extension of Loop 202 - the proposed South Mountain Freeway -along Ahwatukee's southern border. "I know it's controversial," he said. (AZCentral -- News)
MHS' Justin Russell signs with Adams State Jun 28, 2009
Russell was also pursued by South Mountain Community College in Ariz. Ft. Lewis and Bethany College. (Montrose Daily Press, CO)
Oregon Recreation Report Jun 27, 2009
Pence Springs, Peavine, South Cottonwood, South Mountain, and Squaw Creek reservoirs were stocked with fingerling rainbow trout on May 29. Littlefield Reservoir has a good carryover population with fish running 12 to 15 inches. (Albany Democrat-Herald, OR)
Man gets 16 years in fatal DUI crash Jun 27, 2009
Vivas-Diaz, who lived with his daughter in a neighborhood near South Mountain Park, was arrested twice before in the Valley on DUI-related charges but never convicted. He was deported to Mexico, and officials said he returned to live illegally in the U.S.. (AZCentral -- News)
