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James Carnes…................................................PublisherMichael Carnes ...................................... General ManagerJennifer Carnes.........................................… Managing EditorMila Besich..................................................AdvertisingJohn Hernandez........................................ReporterCat Brown.................................................Reporter

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—David Brinkley

OBITUARIES

Superior Funeral Home

Dedicated to providing services to the families of the Copper Corridor with care and compassion

Serving all of your Funeral, Memorial, Cremation and Pre-Planning Needs

www.superiorfuneral.com379 South Ray Road, Superior

(520) 689-2692Rob Bulman, Owner

On Sunday, March 14, 2021, Daniel “Danny” Madrigal Sr. passed away, surrounded by loved ones at the age of 76. Danny was born in Clifton, AZ on Sept. 9, 1944 to Crisanto and Teresa Madrigal. His family relocated to Duncan, Arizona, where he attended Duncan High School. Just prior to his senior year, with his mother’s blessing and written

permission, he joined his first love – The United States Marine Corps, in which he served proudly for 14 years. During his career he fought in the Vietnam War in 1967 and 1968. During this time he earned the Purple Heart Medal and Vietnam Service Medal with two bronze stars. He attained the Rank of Staff Sergeant, Drill Instructor, Rifle Expert and Pistol Sharpshooter. Upon return, he made his way to Hayden, Arizona where he married a kindhearted woman by the name of Aurelia “Rally” Acuna, and worked at the Asarco Copper Smelter for over 25 years. He remained in Hayden for the rest of his life.

Ralph Robert Magana, a United States Air Force Veteran, a Copper Miner of 29 years in Superior, AZ and a Correctional Officer of the State of Arizona for 13 years, age 85, of Chandler, Arizona passed away peacefully at his home on Tuesday, March 16, 2021. Ralph was born July 21,1935 in Jerome, AZ. Ralph married Gloria in Superior, AZ and started a family. They were married for 65 years and had six kids together. Ralph loved to spend time exploring the outdoors and enjoyed taking his kids with him in his ’55 Chevrolet Truck often times hunting deer and rabbits together. He enjoyed working with his hands including fixing cars and doing projects around the house. Ralph will join his parents, Raphael and Margaret Magana and sister Rose Montijo in heaven. He will also be reunited with his son, Arthur, who went to be with the Lord at an early age. Ralph is survived by his wife, Gloria Magana; son, Reuben, his wife Jacqueline and their daughters Araceli and Ariana; son, Ralph Edward II, his son Anthony Jacob, his wife and their three daughters; son, Roy Magana; daughter, Ann Magana and her daughter Kaile; daughter, Elizabeth Malmquist and her husband Randy Malmquist; grandson, Arthur II and his wife Julie Magana and their

Daniel ‘Danny’ Madrigal Sr. He made numerous friends in the area, most of whom he met at work, and always enjoyed jokes and laughter with them. His wit and timing made him quick with a joke that always had people laughing. He was a photographer and animal lover who enjoyed a good Western, delicious food, and being active. He rode his bike for many years and made sure to take his daily walk until the very end. After his beloved and devoted wife Rally passed away much too soon, he would be blessed with the companionship of Patsy Phelan, a wonderful woman with a loving family that he enjoyed spending time with. He

would miss her dearly after she passed away. Daniel is survived by his son, Daniel A. Madrigal; daughter, Kim Granado; and siblings, Lupe Madrigal, Marcos Madrigal and Margie Madrigal. He also leaves behind many nieces and nephews, all of whom loved their “Uncle” very much. He is also preceded in death by his mother, father and siblings, Martha Baca, Brigido Zamora, Socorro Juarez, and Chana Garcia. Services for Daniel were held Saturday, March 20, 2021 at Griffith Mortuary. He was laid to rest at Mountain View Cemetery in Hayden, Arizona.

Ralph Robert Maganachildren Brody and Willow Mae; and granddaughter, Jessica and her husband Jarret Randall and their children Sterling and Ayla. He leaves behind his brother, Chris Magana; sisters, Lupe Gutierrez and Mary Vindiola; and several other relatives and friends whom he loved and adored dearly. Ralph was a strong man with a big heart and a sense of humor, who would leave boxes of food on his neighbors’ front steps. He will be known for always giving away oranges to everyone. He will be dearly missed by all who love him. “To you, O lord, I lift my soul” A Mass of Christian Burial will be held Saturday, March 27, 2021. The viewing will be from 8-9 a.m. at Bulman Family Funeral Homes. The Rosary will be at St. Francis Catholic Church where it will begin at 9:30 a.m. and Mass at 10 a.m. A Military burial will be held at Fairview Cemetery at 11 a.m. on Saturday, March 27, 2021.

Items are given to The Superior Sun by the Superior Police Department and reflect information available at the time the report is compiled. Activity listed March 7-20.March 7 David Otero, 37, Superior, was arrested and charged with warrant violation in the area of Richard Ave. and Christopher Ave. He was booked into the Pinal County Jail in Florence. Burglary was reported on the 200 block of Terrace Dr. Nick Zepeda, 64, Superior, was arrested on the 400 block of Heiner Dr. and charged with criminal damage and disorderly conduct. He was transported and booked into the Pinal County Jail.

Superior Police Report

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Oscar Rivera Montijo passed away unexpectedly in his home in Mesa, AZ, on Nov. 30, 2020. Oscar was a devoted husband, father and grandfather. He was born in Los Angeles, CA, on Dec. 19, 1938. After proudly serving in the United States Army as a paratrooper, he married the love of his life, Rose, in Superior, AZ. They were married for 55 years and raised their family in California and Colorado. They returned to AZ in 1990, where Oscar had a second career as a Correctional Officer for the State of Arizona. He was inseparable from Rose and they traveled the world, enjoyed summers in their cabin in Show Low and showered love on their grandchildren. He was a soldier, a patriot, a businessman, and an officer, but also a husband, father, grandfather, brother, uncle, and friend. He was the patriarch and protector of our family and things will never be the same without him. He is survived by his son, Christopher Montijo; daughter, Michelle Montijo Weaver (Terry); and grandchildren, Ryan, Cierra and Chris Weaver (Kelsey) and Sean Montijo; and great-grandsons, Asher and Micah. Services will be held at St. Bridget’s Catholic Church, 2213 N Lindsey Rd. Mesa, AZ on March 26, 2021 at 10 a.m. Military honors and reception to follow.

Oscar Rivera Montijo

OBITUARY

The Superior Chamber of Commerce hosted Mural Madness this past weekend. The event included the sale of a special map that highlighted the many murals in Superior, live art and mural demonstrations and a special painted rock scavenger hunt. Residents and visitors

enjoyed a self guided tour and lots of open air activities. The sidewalks, restaurants and retail shops were busy throughout the weekend and many commented that parking was scarce. Weekends in Superior have proved to be very busy,

especially following the airing of the Arizona Highways episode on Superior. Resolution Copper provided the funding for the sponsorship of the television show. If you haven’t seen it, you can find it online at: http://bit.ly/AZHwysSupie.

Happiness found during Mural Madness

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COPPER CORRIDOR CHURCH DIRECTORY

To be included in the weekly church listing, please call520-363-5554 or

520-385-2266.

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San Pedro ValleyBaptist Church

Dudleyville Road, Dudleyville

Pastor Anthony DaCunha520-357-7353

Sunday School 9:45 a.m.Morning Worship 11 a.m.

Evening Service 6 p.m.Wednesday Prayer Meeting 7 p.m.

St. Francis of AssisiCatholic Church

11 Church Ave., Superior

Fr. Samuel Jandeh520-689-2250

Weekday Mass Tues.-Fri. 8 a.m.Saturday 5 p.m. • Sunday 9 & 11 a.m.Confession: Sat. 4-4:45 p.m. or by req.

www.s� rancissuperior.org

First Baptist Church103 W. Galiuro, Mammoth

Pastor Joe Ventimiglia520-405-0510

Sunday School – 9 a.m.Sunday Worship – 10 a.m.

Prayer Meeting Wed. – 5:30 p.m.Movie Night Last Friday of the Month – 7 p.m.

“� e Church on the Hill”

Oracle Assembly of God1145 Robles Rd.

Oracle

Pastor Nathan Hogan

Sunday Prayer 10 a.m.Morning Worship 10:30 a.m.

Oracle Church of Christ2425 El Paseo

Oracle

Richard Ferris520-818-6554

Sunday Bible Study 10 a.m.Sunday Worship 11 a.m.

First Baptist Church1st & Nichols, San Manuel

Pastor Kevin Duncan385-4655

Sunday Bible Study 9:45 a.m.Worship 11 a.m.

Sunday Evening Discipleship 5 p.m.Sunday Evening Worship 6 p.m.

Wednesday Prayer Meeting 6 p.m.

Casa De Salvacion201 E. Kino (& Catalina)

MammothCarlos Gonzalez520-487-2219

Domingo: Escuela Dominical 10-10:45 a.m.Servicio de Alabanza 11 a.m.

Lunes: Servicio de Oracion 6:30 p.m.Miercoles: Estudio Biblico 6:30 p.m.

Oracle Union Church705 E. American Ave.

Oracle

Pastor Dr. Ed Nelson520-784-1868

Sunday Services 9 & 10:30 a.m.Wednesday Bible Study 11 a.m.

� ursday Prayer Time 11 a.m. to Noon

Oracle Seventh-Day Adventist Church

2150 Hwy 77Oracle

Pastor Michael Soto

Saturday Sabbath School 9:30 a.m.Saturday Worship Service 11 a.m.

Living Word Chapel-Oracle

Casual, Relevant, Contemporary

Pastor James Ruiz520-896-2771

Join us at 8:45 or 10:30 a.m.3941 W. Hwy. 77

www.lwcoracle.orgFind us on Facebook @ LWC Oracle

Pathway of HopeFoursquare Church

3270 E. Armstrong Ln., Tucson(Behind Golden Goose)Pastor Karen Kelly

520-344-4417Saturday Worship 9 a.m.

A House of Prayer, Healing & Salvation www.pathwayo� ope.net

pastorkaren@pathwayo� ope.net

Kearny Church of Christ103 Hammond Dr., Kearny

Minister George Randall520-363-7711

Sunday Bible Study 10 a.m.Sunday Worship 11 a.m.Evening Worship 6 p.m.

Wednesday Bible Study 7 p.m.Serving All of the Copper Basin Area

Family Life Christian Center56 Kellner Ave., Superior

“When Life Hurts – Only God Heals”Pastors Dennis & Sandy VanGorp

520-689-2202

Sunday Prayer 9:45 a.m.Worship 10:30 a.m.

2nd Sunday Miracle Service 6 p.m.Wednesday Bible Study 6 p.m.

Everyone is Welcome • Assembly of God

Lighthouse Assemblyof God

Hwy. 77, MP 134, 1/2 mi S of Winkelman

Pastor David Wade520-356-6718

Worship Service 9 & 11 a.m.; Evening 6:30 p.m.Wednesday Family Night 7 p.m.

We Welcome You!www.YourLighthouseFamily.com

Presbyterian Churchof Superior

100 Magma Ave., Superior

520-689-2631

Worship Service Sunday: 10 a.m.All are welcome.

Anonymous prayer box located atSave Money Market. We will pray for you!

Living Word ChapelCopper Corridor

Love God, Love People

Pastor James Ruiz520-896-2771

Join us at Noon402 Danbury Rd., Kearny

www.lwcoracle.orgFind us on Facebook @

LWC Kearny

Infant Jesus of Prague Catholic Church

501 Victoria Circle, Kearny

Rev. Fr. George Kunnel (Pastor)520-363-7205

Daily Masses Tues. 5:30 p.m.; � urs. 8:30 a.m.Saturday Vigil 6 p.m.; Sunday Mass 9 a.m.Sunday Religious Ed for Children, Youth

Ministry & Jr. High Youth Groups 10:15 a.m.

Church of Jesus Christof La� er-day Saints

Kearny Ward 200 Hammond Dr.

Bishop Brian ColemanSunday Morning Meetings:

Sacrament 10 a.m.Scripture Study 11 a.m.

Church of the Good Shepherd

Bo� om of School Hill, Kearny

Pastor Jimmy Nelson520-363-7283

www.thegoodshepherd.pbworks.com

Sunday Worship 9 a.m.UMC in cooperation with the Episcopal Church & the

Evangelical Lutheran Church of AmericaWe stand in awe of God and of one another

Superior Harvest ChurchHill St. & Stone Ave., Superior

Pastor Albert M. Rodriguez480-354-4499 H 480-329-3647 C

Sunday Morning Service 10 a.m.Wednesday Bible Study 5 p.m.

Victory in Jesus

Vista UnitedMethodist Church

JOIN US ONLINESunday live at 10 a.m.(Or stream anytime)www.vistaumc.org

Facebook/Vista UMCCommunity, Friendship & Faith

Fred Baum, Pastor520-825-1985

Set Free Church302 Danbury, Kearny

Pastor Daniel Sostre480-645-7687

Sunday Service 10 a.m.Followed by Fellowship Luncheon

Food Boxes Upon Request760-238-0474

Sinners Welcome

Church of Jesus Christof La� er-day Saints

San Manuel Ward • 101 S. Gi� n Ave.

Bishop Jim Bingham520-385-4866

Sunday Morning Meetings:Sacrament 10 a.m.

Scripture Study 11 a.m.

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COPPER CORRIDOR COMMUNITY CALENDAR

Submit information to CBNSUN@minersunbasin.com, online at copperarea.com/pages/forms or call 520-363-5554. Listings are free. Copper Area News reserves the right to edit or refuse submissions. Submissions are due the Friday before Wednesday publication.

Please note: many events have been canceled or postponed due to the COVID-19 outbreak. Please check with organizations when planning to a� end events listed.

Tri-Community Food Bank Open The Tri-Community Food Bank located at 108 Redwood Drive in Mammoth continues to be in business. We are observing social distancing. Hours are 9 a.m. to noon Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday and Saturday. To be eligible you must show proof of address that you live near or in Mammoth, San Manuel and Oracle and have an income within the federal poverty guidelines. The thrift shop is closed and is not accepting donations. Call 520-487-2010 for more information.

BYOM: Bring Your Own Masks Cobre Valley Regional Medical Center is asking everyone to bring their own mask when you come to the hospital. Thank you.Wednesday Night BINGO Doors open at 4:30 p.m. for Wednesday night bingo and play starts at 7 p.m., at San Pedro Valley Lions Club, 115 S. Main St. in Mammoth. Come down and enjoy! Remember to wear a face mask. For information call 520-487-2000.

Superior Community Garden The Community Garden beds are ready to go! Many thanks to Mike Montiel, Pete and Chris Casillas, Shaun and Rick Cartier for their tireless help with building steps, making the area accessible, picking up soil and delivering it. Anyone interested in helping out with planting and maintaining the garden should text Leanne Taylor at 520-342-7307. This is a situation that you will literally “reap the benefi ts” if you pitch in on the working end!

New Superior Food Bank Hours Clients can now receive food from 3 p.m. - 4 p.m. on the last Thursday and Friday of each month at 99 N. Lobb Ave. in Superior. Drive up or walk up with an adequate cart and receive food without human contact. Every means possible is used to make the experience safe. Volun-teers have their temperature taken and sign a consent form stating they are free from fever. Volunteers are always needed. Even an hour will be appreciated! Please contact, Sandy Van Gorp, at superioraz.foodbank@gmail.com or 520-689-2202. if you have questions or want to sign up to be a volunteer.

Wednesday Night Tacos at San Manuel Elks The San Manuel Elks Lodge will begin hosting Wednesday Night Tacos on Oct. 7, 5 p.m. - 7 p.m. The Elks Lodge is now open to the public for dine-in with limited seating for social distancing. Please be advised the fi nal day for tacos will be May 5. As always we appreciate the support from the Community.

Visit Eagle One Veteran Outreach Center online at hohp4heroes.org. Eagle One provides veterans a place to learn about and apply for all services available to them.

Eagle One Veteran Outreach

MARCH APRIL

Support O� ered for Copper Corridor Low Income Senior-Owned Homes The Copper Corridor Economic Development Coalition (CCEDC) is supporting the USDA 504 and Habitat for Humanity’s Aging in Place programs to help low-income seniors to make sure their homes are safe and healthy. For help in evaluating your eligibility and in applying contact via email at ccedc@magmadorada.com or by phone at 520-788-3672.

COVID-19 Vaccines – Superior & Kearny Scheduling for COVID-19 Vaccines is continuing at the Kearny Clinic on Tuesdays and Thursdays and at the Superior Clinic on Wednesdays and Fridays. You must be a resident of Pinal County and have an appointment. To schedule an appointment, please call 928-425-3247 for Kearny and 928-425-3246 for Superior, and let the receptionist know you are calling about the vaccination in Kearny or Superior. Please leave only one message if you get the machine. Pinal County has opened the vaccinations up to everyone 18 and older.

Superior Farmer’s Market Superior Farm to Fantastic Farmers Market is open every Saturday 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. at the Food Court on Main Street. Fresh produce baked goods and much more. Follow us on Facebook.

26 Fish Fry at SPV Lions Club in Mammoth

San Pedro Valley Lions Club, located at 115 S. Main Street in Mammoth, will be serving its fi sh fry at 4 p.m. - 7 p.m. every Friday, Feb. 19 - April 2, 2021. You can dine in or take out. Call 520-487-2000 to place your order. See you there!

25 First � ings First Fun Van in Dudleyville

Registration is now open for Fun Van!, supported by First Things First which will be in Dudleyville every Thursday March 11 - May 20, 10 a.m. - 11:30 a.m. to provide literacy and parent education for Pinal County caregivers/parents and their children 0-5 years old. They will enjoy crafts, stories, play time and a free book each class. This event is free! To register call 480-474-8615,email Pam Harrison at pharrison@apachejunctionaz.gov.

26 Pinal County Animal Control Free Microchips

On Friday, March 26, 9 a.m. - 11 a.m., come to the free microchip event for citizens and their pets at the San Manuel Shelter, located at 23790 S. Veterans Memorial Blvd. in San Manuel.

15 Diabetes Self-Management Workshop

A free virtual workshop on living with diabetes will be hosted by Pinal County Public Health for six weeks, April 15 - May 20, noon - 1:30 p.m. Email maryg@pgcsc.org to register.

17 Car Show Planned in Oracle

The Oracle Assembly Show-n-Shine Car Show will be held April 17, from 10 a.m. - 1 p.m. at the Oracle Assembly of God Church, 1145 N Robles Place in Oracle, just off American Ave. Sign in is from 9-10 a.m. The show is open to all antique, classic, vintage and custom cars, trucks and motorcycles. There is no cost to enter. Space is limited and will be had on a fi rst parked basis, so come early to sign in. For more info call Frank and leave a message at 520-252-3047.

The Superior Little League 13th Annual Benefi t Golf Tournament will be held Saturday, April 10, with a 7 a.m. registration followed by an 8 a.m. shotgun start. This game will be played in 3 Man Scramble format. Cash prizes (based on number of entries) are Longest Drive, Closest to Pin and Hole in One. There will be raffl es, food and drinks for sale. Cost for entry is $50 per player. Pre-registration is recommended. Call Martin Navarrette 928-701-7451, Leslie Bryant at 520-827-0379, or Queen Valley Golf at 520-463-2214 for more information and to pre-register. The Little League is seeking hole sponsors. Cost is $50/hole. For more information, call Leslie Bryant.

10 Superior Li� le League Golf Tournament

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Assault was reported in the area of Porphyry St. and Lobb Ave.March 8 Melissa Carrillo, 44, Superior, was arrested in the 100 block of Stone Ave. and was charged with criminal damage and domestic violence. She was transported and booked into the Pinal County Jail.March 9 Mario Bogenschutz, 31, Superior, was arrested in the area of Belmont Ave. and Ray St. and was charged with violation of court order, threatening and intimidation and aggravated domestic violence. He was transported and booked into the Pinal County Jail.

March 11 Gary Montiel, 38, Superior, was arrested in the 100 block of Lobb Ave. and charged with child abuse and domestic violence. He was transported and booked into the Pinal County Jail.March 13 Gary A. Cardenas, Superior, was arrested in the area of US Highway 60 and Panther Dr. on a probation violation warrant. He was transported and booked into the Pinal County Jail. Vanessa Campas, Superior was arrested in the area of US Highway 60 and Panther Dr. and charged with failure to appear. She was

transported and booked into the Pinal County Jail. Jalon Murray, 22, Superior was arrested in the 100 block of Panther Dr. and was charged with stalking/DV (domestic violence), kidnapping/DV, sexual abuse/DV, aggravated assault/DV and threatening and intimidating/DV. He was transported and booked into the Pinal County Jail.March 14 Jason Bliss, 38, Superior, was arrested on the 100 block of Christopher Ave. and charged with burglary, criminal trespass and criminal damage. He was transported and booked into the Pinal County Jail. Theft was reported on the

1000 block of US Highway 60. Theft was reported on the 400 block of Picket Post Dr.March 15 A violation of court order was reported on the 70 block of Copper St. Theft was reported on the 700 block of US Highway 60. A narcotics offense was reported on the 40 block of Mitchell Dr. March 16 Criminal damage was reported on the 800 block of Spray St.March 20 Theft was reported on the 400 block of Main St. Calls not listed include: Agency assist (9), alarm

(7), animal problem (3), citizen assist (2), city code violation (1), civil matter (4), custodial interference (1), disturbance (9), field interview (1), harassment (1), information (14), medical assist (3), missing person (6), reckless driving (3), suspicious activity (4), suspicious vehicle (2), traffic (31), trespassing(3), victim’s right notification (1) and welfare check (2). To reach the Superior Police and Fire Departments:• Emergency (Police – Fire – Medical) 911• Police Non-Emergency 520-866-5111 • Police Department Business 520-689-5255

SUPERIOR POLICE REPORTContinued from page 2

By Nathaniel A. LopezSuperior Sun

Superior High School, like many other schools, has faced a strange year in sports. After the AIA decided to resume winter sports, most schools went back to playing sports. Some schools decided to wait it out and not participate in the winter season. In an effort to protect their students, faculty, and community, Superior High School decided to abstain from participating in the winter season. COVID-19 has taken a toll on everyone, including the senior student-athletes that were unable to participate in the winter season. To understand the effect it has had on them, we must understand what it means to be a student-athlete for Superior High School. “Being a student athlete at Superior High School, you represent the town of Superior and the school. You need to be a leader on and off the field, and play because you want to win and work hard to achieve your goal,” said senior Nathan Duarte. Alyssa Bailey describes being a student-athlete as, putting her heart into everything, school and sports. “Personally, COVID-19 has affected me a lot. It has changed everything for me, and has taught me how to value everything in

life before it’s too late,” Jasmine Lopez comments on how COVID-19 has affected her school year. Adam Navarrette recalls being bummed out by the short football season, and the cancelation of the basketball season. “This sports season brought a lot of sadness to me. I couldn’t spend my senior year with my classmates, as I should have,” said Bailey. “Looking back, I am glad that I was there to cheer for the football team, and be a shoulder for my team to lean on. Though it isn’t how I wanted to spend my senior cheer season, the memories I made will surely last a lifetime.” Although there has been so much change throughout the times of COVID, the student-athletes of Superior High School still are full of hope. Nathan Duarte hopes that the a widespread vaccine will be available for everyone, so people can be safer, and the juniors through freshman can have a normal year. “My only hope is to have a baseball season, because I know we have a good chance at winning it all this year,” Navarrette said. “I just hope that I can have a somewhat normal graduation,” said Bailey. “I want to be able to walk down the field with my class for the last time. That’s all I ask for.”

Superior’s athletes coping with missing season

Nathan DuarteAlyssa Bailey

Jasmine LopezAdam Navarrette

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The Town of Kearny is accepting applications for the following positions.

Town of KearnyPOOL MANAGER

The Town of Kearny is accepting applications for the position of Pool Manager. Applicants must be at least 15 years old by the time of the interview. Applicants must possess/or be able to obtain a current lifeguard certification card, first aid and CPR card that will be valid for the summer. The Pool Manager is responsible for complete management of the pool. Starting wage is $12.50/hour. This is a seasonal, temporary position.

Town of KearnyLIFEGUARD

The Town of Kearny is accepting applications for Lifeguard positions. Applicants must be at least 15 years old by the time of the interview. Applicants must possess/or be able to obtain a current lifeguard certification card, first aid and CPR card that will be valid for the summer. Starting wage is $12.15/hour. This is a seasonal, temporary position.

Applications are available at the Town Hall, 912-C Tilbury Dr, Kearny, AZ 85137 from 7:00 a.m. – 5:30 p.m. M-Th.First review of applications will be March 29, 2021.

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8 | Superior Sun www.copperarea.com March 24, 2021

In April, COVID-19 brought much of Arizona’s economy to a screeching halt. All businesses not deemed “essential”

were ordered closed by Arizona’s governor Doug Ducey. The lockdown continued for nearly two months. When Gov. Ducey finally gave the go ahead to reopen, businesses slowly began the road to recovery. Even those listed as “essential” had a challenge with this economic recovery. Many small businesses and non-profits in Arizona didn’t survive the lockdown. The businesses that did survive are hanging on as best they can. Copper Area News wanted to give something back to the local business community. Over the next several weeks, our

newspapers (Copper Basin News, Superior Sun and San Manuel Miner) will be featuring local businesses and non-profits, encouraging our readers to Shop at Home, stay local and support our local businesses. To date, Copper Area News has featured 36 businesses in the Copper Corridor. It is hard enough making it as a small business in a small town during normal times. But to balance those difficulties during a pandemic adds an entirely different twist to things. Restaurants were among the hardest hit by the shutdown. The Jade Grill Asian BBQ restaurant has a rich history in Superior. Lucy Wing and her brothers and sisters decided that they wanted to give back to their home town by

opening the Jade Grill restaurant located at 639 US 60. Lucy who is a respected and renowned food editor for Harpers Magazine is the primary family member responsible for the day to day operations and food preparation. Like the rest of the restaurant industry, the Jade Grill experienced many challenges and one in particular was the small size of the restaurant space, which restricted in-person dining, with the lack of events the pandemic hurt catering business as well as use of the upstairs balcony for events. The Jade Grill features many traditional Asian foods such as orange chicken, egg roles, fried rice and kung pow chicken, in addition to those more common favorites,

there is Vietnamese Beef Wraps, Ribs, Teriyaki Chicken and many fresh and hearty salads and sandwiches . Dishes such as the beef wraps, teriyaki chicken and ribs all are made with grilled and smoked meats, which adds depth to the flavors. If you are looking to fill a sweet tooth, order the rice pudding or zesty pineapple desert. Each menu item is prepared fresh, and in many dishes, the vegetables and herbs come from local gardens. The Jade Grill can also offer catering for larger meals and can prepare a variety of cuisines. Jade Grill is open Wednesday through Saturdays. Hours are 11:30 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. for lunch and 5-7:30 p.m. for dinner. Call for take out orders: 520-689-2885.

Shop at Home: Jade Grill

Lucy Wing, owner of Jade Grill in Superior, stands ready to serve up any number of delicious dishes. Mila Besich | Sun