PHOENIX — Travelers heading home on state highways to wrap up the holiday weekend are encouraged to allow extra travel time and get an earlier start due to anticipated heavy traffic Sunday afternoon and evening (November 28). The Arizona Department of Transportation says traffic backups can be expected approaching some existing work zones, although construction work will not resume until next week. Among the safety improvement locations where delays should be anticipated:
Interstate 10 approximately 11 miles west of the State Route 85 junction west of the Phoenix area: A major bridge repair project at the Hassayampa River has required the closure of the westbound I-10 bridge. I-10 is limited to one lane in each direction on the eastbound bridge. Drivers are encouraged to allow at least 90 minutes of extra travel time in the area Sunday afternoon and evening due to busy traffic conditions. Travelers also can consider alternate routes, including US 60 through Wickenburg and Salome to travel beyond the bridge repair site. The US 60 junction with I-10 is east of Quartzsite in western Arizona.
State Route 87 between the Phoenix area and Payson: A highway widening and shoulder improvement project five miles north of the Bush Highway/Saguaro Lake turnoff (south of Sunflower) limits travel to one lane in each direction. Heavier traffic, especially in the southbound direction, should be expected.
Grand Avenue (US 60) in the Phoenix region: New lanes were opened Wednesday (November 24) between 83rd Avenue and Loop 101. However, an existing work zone with limited lanes remains in place between Loop 101 and Loop 303.
Interstate 17 between Flagstaff and Phoenix: Although no major lane restrictions are in place this weekend, drivers are encouraged to allow extra travel time Sunday due to anticipated heavier traffic.
ADOT reminds drivers to remember the following safe driving tips: Be patient, do not follow other vehicles too closely; obey speed limits; buckle up and never drive while impaired. Information about highway conditions is available on ADOT's Travel Information site at www.az511.gov or by calling 5-1-1.
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Quartzsite, Arizona
Saturday, November 27, 2010
Wednesday, November 24, 2010
Cronkite News releases video on Quartzsite
Cronkite News came to Quartzsite recently and produced a very nice video. Cronkite News provides dozens of original news, feature and investigative stories each week on issues critical to Arizonans. Launched in September 2010 as a service to Arizona citizens. Cronkite News combines professionally edited content produced by Cronkite News Service, Cronkite NewsWatch and other professional experiences offered to advanced students in Arizona State University’s Walter Cronkite School of Journalism and Mass Communication.
Mayor Ed Foster spoke about how all signs point toward a better season for winter visitors now that the Great Recession is officially over. David Rookhuyzen interviewed two hopeful vendors also. Glad to finally see postive video and news article about Quartzsite posted on the Internet!
The link to the story and video is below:
http://cronkitenewsonline.com/2010/11/with-recession-officially-over-quartzsites-vendors-ready-for-snowbirds/
Cronkite News is available free online at http://www.cronkitenewsonline.com/.
Mayor Ed Foster spoke about how all signs point toward a better season for winter visitors now that the Great Recession is officially over. David Rookhuyzen interviewed two hopeful vendors also. Glad to finally see postive video and news article about Quartzsite posted on the Internet!
The link to the story and video is below:
http://cronkitenewsonline.com/2010/11/with-recession-officially-over-quartzsites-vendors-ready-for-snowbirds/
Cronkite News is available free online at http://www.cronkitenewsonline.com/.
Quartzsite: Two arrested at Council meeting last night
Quartzsite, AZ- Recently declared council candidate, Jennifer "Jade" Harris-Jones was arrested as she approached Quartzsite Town Hall on Tuesday evening, November 23, 2010. She was arrested on two charges: Obstructing Governmental Operations; a Class 1 misdemeanor; and False Reporting to Law Enforcement Agencies; a Class 1 misdemeanor. The charges were pertaining to an incident on Friday, November 19, 2010, when Quartzsite Building Official, Al Johnson, went to 645 N. Central Blvd., Quartzsite on official Town Business.
The property consists of J & S Covers, a year-round business owned by Jim and Stephanie Aaron, and A Fur Salon, a seasonal dog grooming vending business owned by Jennifer "Jade" Harris-Jones. To view the video of the incident taken by John "Jack" L. Jones, visit http://www.quartzsitearizona.blogspot.com/.
During the Quartzsite Town Council meeting, Mr. Russell Sias, Manager of Crawford's RV Park and a previous candidate for council, presented manilla envelopes to each council member, Town Manager Alex Taft, and asked Town Attorny Pamela Walsma to give an envelope to Al Johnson, who was not present. Sias proceeded to the back of the room where Police Chief Jeff Gilbert stood, with crossed arms. Sias slammed the envelope into his chest and face, creating outcries from the crowd. Sargeant Javier Frausto took Sias into custody on a misdemeanor charge of assault.
Mayor Ed Foster posted bail for Harris-Jones during the night, while Sias was unable to secure bail and will appear before the judge this morning in Parker.
The property consists of J & S Covers, a year-round business owned by Jim and Stephanie Aaron, and A Fur Salon, a seasonal dog grooming vending business owned by Jennifer "Jade" Harris-Jones. To view the video of the incident taken by John "Jack" L. Jones, visit http://www.quartzsitearizona.blogspot.com/.
During the Quartzsite Town Council meeting, Mr. Russell Sias, Manager of Crawford's RV Park and a previous candidate for council, presented manilla envelopes to each council member, Town Manager Alex Taft, and asked Town Attorny Pamela Walsma to give an envelope to Al Johnson, who was not present. Sias proceeded to the back of the room where Police Chief Jeff Gilbert stood, with crossed arms. Sias slammed the envelope into his chest and face, creating outcries from the crowd. Sargeant Javier Frausto took Sias into custody on a misdemeanor charge of assault.
Mayor Ed Foster posted bail for Harris-Jones during the night, while Sias was unable to secure bail and will appear before the judge this morning in Parker.
Tuesday, November 23, 2010
ADOT annouces no construction over holiday weekend
ADOT: No closures scheduled along state highways
over Thanksgiving weekend; please drive safely
PHOENIX – Travelers who will be using state highways over the Thanksgiving weekend will not encounter any construction-related closures.
The Arizona Department of Transportation is holding off on projects requiring closures to ease travel and promote safety as the holiday travel season gets under way.
Drivers are still urged to prepare for trips ahead of time and to use caution when out on the road, especially when traveling through existing work zones.
Travel to and from Las Vegas is improved with the recent opening of the Hoover Dam Bypass Bridge along US 93. ADOT also is completing fifteen miles of new lanes south of the dam this week, creating a safer divided four-lane section of US 93 in the area.
Closer to the Phoenix area, ADOT plans to open new third lanes in each direction along Grand Avenue (US 60) between 88rd Avenue and Loop 101 in the Peoria area on Wednesday (Nov. 24). A Grand Avenue work zone remains in place between Loop 101 and Loop 303.
If traveling between the Phoenix area and Payson, please allow extra travel time along State Route 87 north of the Saguaro Lake Turnoff. SR 87 is narrowed to one lane in each direction for approximately six-miles (mileposts 208-214) until spring 2011. That’s when crews will open a new southbound passing lane and complete other safety-based work, including shoulder improvements.
ADOT urges drivers to be prepared in the event of any unscheduled highway restrictions. Information about driving in winter weather conditions is available on ADOT’s Web page at www.azdot.gov (click on Know Snow).
Twelve people were killed in 11 fatal crashes along state highways and local roads over the Thanksgiving weekend a year ago (2009). Drivers are asked to follow these safety tips before and during any road trips:
•Buckle Up
•Be Patient and Don’t Speed
•Never Drink and Drive; Use a Designated Driver
•Check Your Vehicle, Including Tire Pressure
•Get Some Rest Before Your Trip
•Check Highway Conditions at www.az511.gov
ADOT has joined with the State Department of Public Safety and Governor’s Office of Highway Safety in asking drivers to focus on safe driving over the Thanksgiving weekend and throughout the holiday driving season.
Update: Paving project on I-10 near Harquahala Valley Road to start on Monday
Drivers can expect ten miles of one-lane traffic
YUMA - Paving is scheduled to begin Monday, Nov. 29 along 10 miles of Interstate 10 between the Maricopa county line and Harquahala Valley Road near Salome.
Beginning Nov. 29, commuters can expect the following:
•One westbound and one eastbound lane will be closed between 7 a.m. and 5 p.m. Monday through Thursday to allow crews to access the roadway safely.
•The speed limit through the work zone will be reduced to 45 mph.
•Drivers can expect delays of up to 15 minutes.
•Loads wider than 14 feet will be allowed to travel through the area on Fridays, Saturdays and Sundays, when paving operations are not taking place.
Message boards will be displayed to inform commuters of construction. Law enforcement officers will be present along the work zone to control traffic and monitor speeds.
Paving is expected to be completed by December 16.
ADOT will fill cracks and apply material to protect the roadway on I-10 near Harquahala Valley Road. Over time, varying temperatures, along with traffic, have worn down the roadway surface, creating small cracks. This project will seal the highway surface, preventing water from seeping into the cracks and damaging the base layer of pavement. Performing preventative maintenance is a cost-effective method for extending the life of the roadway.
As always, drivers are reminded to proceed through the work zone with caution, slow down, and be alert for construction equipment and personnel.
ADOT works to inform the public about planned highway restrictions, but there is a possibility that unscheduled closures or restrictions may occur. Weather can also affect a project schedule. To stay up-to-date with the latest highway conditions around the state, visit the ADOT Traveler Information Center at www.az511.gov or call 5-1-1.
For more information regarding this project, please contact Gaby Gonzalez at (928) 699-8983 or e-mail ggonzalez@azdot.gov.
YUMA - Paving is scheduled to begin Monday, Nov. 29 along 10 miles of Interstate 10 between the Maricopa county line and Harquahala Valley Road near Salome.
Beginning Nov. 29, commuters can expect the following:
•One westbound and one eastbound lane will be closed between 7 a.m. and 5 p.m. Monday through Thursday to allow crews to access the roadway safely.
•The speed limit through the work zone will be reduced to 45 mph.
•Drivers can expect delays of up to 15 minutes.
•Loads wider than 14 feet will be allowed to travel through the area on Fridays, Saturdays and Sundays, when paving operations are not taking place.
Message boards will be displayed to inform commuters of construction. Law enforcement officers will be present along the work zone to control traffic and monitor speeds.
Paving is expected to be completed by December 16.
ADOT will fill cracks and apply material to protect the roadway on I-10 near Harquahala Valley Road. Over time, varying temperatures, along with traffic, have worn down the roadway surface, creating small cracks. This project will seal the highway surface, preventing water from seeping into the cracks and damaging the base layer of pavement. Performing preventative maintenance is a cost-effective method for extending the life of the roadway.
As always, drivers are reminded to proceed through the work zone with caution, slow down, and be alert for construction equipment and personnel.
ADOT works to inform the public about planned highway restrictions, but there is a possibility that unscheduled closures or restrictions may occur. Weather can also affect a project schedule. To stay up-to-date with the latest highway conditions around the state, visit the ADOT Traveler Information Center at www.az511.gov or call 5-1-1.
For more information regarding this project, please contact Gaby Gonzalez at (928) 699-8983 or e-mail ggonzalez@azdot.gov.
Sunday, November 21, 2010
Quartzsite Scholars' Academy Football Team State Champions!
In Triple Overtime, the
#1 ranked Quartzsite Scholars' Academy Stars
beat
#2 ranked Scottsdale Prep Spartans
in the Charter Athletic Association's
Championship Game!
The final score was Stars 40 - Spartans 38.
Fans from Quartzsite, including Quartzsite Town Council Member Joe Winslow attended the game held in Phoenix, on Saturday, November 20, 2010. Quartzsite will be celebrating the wins of our youth!
Congratulations to the State Champions
Quartzsite Scholar's Academy Stars!
Go Big Blue!
Great job, coaches, players, parents, cheerleaders, teachers, & supporters!
Saturday, November 20, 2010
Darvon pulled from US market
On Friday, Nov. 19, 2010 the FDA pulled a 53 year old pain killer from the US market.
Xanodyne Pharmaceuticals Inc. makers of Darvon and Darvocet, the brand version of the prescription pain medication propoxyphene, has agreed to withdraw the medication from the U.S. market at the request of the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA).
Generic manufacturers of products that contain propoxyphene have been requested to remove those as well.
Clinical data shows that the drug puts patients at risk of potentially serious or even fatal heart abnormalities.
Darvon and Darvocet users are urged to contact their physicians as soon as possible to discuss their options. For more information visit the website below.
http://www.businessweek.com/news/2010-11-19/darvon-darvocet-withdrawn-in-u-s-over-heart-risks.html
Xanodyne Pharmaceuticals Inc. makers of Darvon and Darvocet, the brand version of the prescription pain medication propoxyphene, has agreed to withdraw the medication from the U.S. market at the request of the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA).
Generic manufacturers of products that contain propoxyphene have been requested to remove those as well.
Clinical data shows that the drug puts patients at risk of potentially serious or even fatal heart abnormalities.
Darvon and Darvocet users are urged to contact their physicians as soon as possible to discuss their options. For more information visit the website below.
http://www.businessweek.com/news/2010-11-19/darvon-darvocet-withdrawn-in-u-s-over-heart-risks.html
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