Molly ‘n Me (a Valentine)

By Darin Lowery

Molly is the only woman I know who can go to a fancy-dress party (hair high, neckline low), grab her Craftsman power drill from the back of her truck, and fix the host’s garage door. Then, ladylike, wipe her hands on the back of her cocktail dress and join the other guests. I adore that about her.

Molly, perky at nine in the morning, says, “We have to decide what our Retail Spring Colors will be for the shop…. got any ideas?”

“Black,” I mutter. Nine a.m. is so early.“Aw, come on! Let’s pick something bright, and we’ll do the whole shop in it!”

“Black and, oh… I don’t know. Black. That’s it- black and black.”

“Spring colors, Darin! Spring! Happy-Happy!”

“Molly”, I groan, “I am trying to read the Copper Country News. Our Lord and Savior Jesus Christ made page one again-“

“Please, don’t start. Let’s just run over to the Country Kitchen and get some waffles-“

I laugh. “Hey! The newspaper should buy the restaurant and call it the Copper Country Kitchen! ‘Table for two? God Bless You’.” … Continue Reading

Hospital Serves Region. Changes Name.

By: E. Vargas

Effective in March, Cobre Valley Community Hospital will become Cobre Valley Regional Medical Center. The new name is a reflection of the region the hospital serves which includes customers and patients from Young, Kearny, Hayden, Winkleman, Superior, San Carlos, Tonto Basin, Roosevelt, Globe, and Miami.  CVCH has been experiencing regional expansion for the past several years with clinics established in Young, Superior, and Kearny.  CVCH has also recently added a Urologist, a Sleep Center, and is in the process of bringing in a full-time Oncologist and Cardiologist to the staff.

“In 2009, Cobre Valley Community Hospital continued to see growth despite the financial and economic challenges being faced throughout Arizona and the nation.  As we embark on 2010, the CVCH Board of Directors has outlined core strategies that will focus on continued growth, outstanding customer service and workforce development,” states Neal Jensen-CVCH CEO.  “This will lead to new services, new providers, and a continued focus on regional expansion.” … Continue Reading

Open Mic at Vida e Caffe plays to packed crowd

By: Laura Stennerson

Wow! The place was packed with supporters and performers. The smell of coffee and the noise of the espresso machine added to the undercurrent of excitement I felt as I walked in. I headed to the counter, because I knew I would never relax without a delicious Vida latte in hand. I scanned the room. I saw Jared Spencer looking rather official. I had not seen Jared since December at an art opening at Miami Art Works Gallery, where he had performed, I wanted to find out what he had been doing. Mostly though, I just wanted to laugh. Jared is a comic genius with a refreshing life perspective. He told me he was hosting the event. He too, was amazed at the number of people who wanted to perform at open mic. Jared was keeper of the clip board and there was no funny business about that. Jared explained that performers played in the order they signed up to play. Period. As I checked the list, and realized I had already missed two performers.  … Continue Reading

Chemo,Cancer & Your Health

It seems both John Hopkins and the MAYO Clinic agree that chemotherapy is not the best ‘first defense’ in ridding the body of cancer cells. Turns out there is much that the individual can do by addressing what they eat and how they breathe. It is advice that helps put atleast part of the solution back into the hands of the individual – rather than a healthcare system which seems largely out-a-control and out of reach to most.

The following is an excerpt from a news letter which went out from John’s Hopkins.

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United Jewelry-A Family Tradition

By: LCGross

This is an excerpt from a 2006 story we did on the Berstein Family who recently celebrated 65 years in business.

In 1908 the future looked bright indeed for the Globe-Miami area. There were nearly 35 mines operating in the area and the “Queen of the Western Mining States” was attracting business near and far. But it was neither the mines nor the business in the area which brought Abe Bernstein out west in the spring of 1910. It was baseball.

Around the turn-of-the Century there were two primary forms of entertainment:
Theater (of which there were five in the area) and baseball. Both packed the house. The mines themselves often sponsored amateur and semi-pro teams. The Globe-Miami Browns were a major contender then in the world of semi-pro teams and games drew large crowds every Sunday as fields filled with spectators and players.

It was here that Abe first met Kathryn Federick who gave him a reason to stay in Globe. He initially opened Bernstein’s Jewelry at 266 Broad and continued to play some ball in the area, but in 1925, when another young jeweler, Ray Bedillion, approached him about combining stores, Abe accepted. At the time, Bedillion had United Jewelry and Loan Company and together Abe and Ray expanded their business to include fine watches, clocks, radios, sporting goods and more. … Continue Reading

Home Hero Capes

By: Holly Brantley

This is an excerpt from GlobeMiamiTimes Spring 2009. Holly’s aaprons have become so popular that The White Porch now structures a social event around her aprons!  This Friday from 5-6pm, everyone is invited to the Porch to discover the new ‘Valentine’s Aprons’ and sample some goodies.

In Search Of Comfort

Times are a tad bit tougher these days than most young people have ever seen. But many generations before have seen such hardships. The lesson learned from those times gone by is that with hope and sacrifice the tough times will pass and we will be better for the strength we gained going through the process.
O.K. with that great piece of wisdom out of the way, a question popped into my mind.  What will bring us comfort in this uncomfortable time? I searched the place that brings me most comfort, my childhood. There in that world existed the memory of my Grandmother. She was the matriarch of our family. She is who cared for us when our Mother was working. She is who watched over us, fed us, refereed us and comforted us when we needed it most. There’s that word, comfort. You ask how? When we got hurt she wiped our tears and our booboo’s with that wonderful tool that she always wore, her apron.
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Globe’s Tool Lending Library

Excerpted from the December ‘League Of Arizona Cities and Towns’. The newsletter includes an interview with Globe Mayor, Fernando Shipley, and a feature story on our very own Tool Lending Library.
The City of Globe is offering its residents a unique resource. The Globe Tool Lending Library (TLL) is the only free, community-wide TLL in the state of Arizona. A TLL is a resource that provides local residents with access to various hand and power tools, ladders, gardening resources, and plumbing and electrical tools they might need to maintain and improve their homes and properties. Created on the same premise as a book-lending library, patrons are allowed to borrow tools for a few days at no cost unless the tools are returned late or damaged. … Continue Reading

Miami Arts Commission goes Public

By: Laura Stennerson

The Miami Arts Commission has recently been approved as a not for profit organization which will give the Commission the ability to apply for grants, seek sponsorships, and expand memberships to fund art related projects in Miami.  They will work with existing projects such as Boom Town Spree and Miami Loco Art Show; as well as develop new projects such as the Bloody Tanks River Walk Project, which will feature a walking trail with permanent and temporary art installations. Other ideas include an artist registry, outdoor performance art, sidewalk art shows and art education programs for the public.  The group also wants to promote our unique area to filmmakers and photographers. … Continue Reading

Healthcare-it’s a child’s game

Introducing our newest contributor, V. Yanez who is both outspoken on those issues he champions, as well as a “local son.” Yanez grew up in Globe and after many years of travel and work experience on the national level, has returned home…to Globe. He writes here about the issue of national Health Care. We hope you’ll weigh in with your opinions!  LCGross/publisher

A commentary on the US Healthcare System…

by: V. Yanez

The Story of Children…and Cancer

Little Billy is six years old. The picture of him is sad and sweet. He’s smiling and wearing a blue flannel shirt. He’s also bald from the chemo he’s had to endure for the past few weeks. His photo is all over town. Every restaurant has a jar to with his picture by the cash register. Every store has a box on their counter, Little Billy staring at you, asking you if you’d like to buy a bracelet of support.

You see, Little Billy has health insurance, because in America we know that children should not be without health insurance. It’s a basic child’s right to be taken care of regardless of their parents income or status in life. Unfortunately, Little Billy’s insurance only pays 80% of his medical costs, and with the cost of health care in America; doctor visits, treatments and his parents taking time off of work, Little Billy’s family owes hundreds of thousands of dollars, is near bankruptcy and is not sure when or even if he will go into remission this time around. … Continue Reading

Az Tourist News weighs in. Keep the Parks. Drop the Dept.

This just in from Arizona Tourist News. Tony Venuti, editor of ATN suggests the State take the money from the department to keep the State Parks open. Here are his thoughts.  I’d love to hear your thoughts so be sure to weigh in on the comments and let us know what you think of so many State Park closures!

Imagine the horror of all, literally, to all who hold dear that which is our birthright. Arizona State Parks closing. No more the natural surroundings familiar to all those who treasure the myriad of experiences that our Parks provide. We identify with our Natural Theme park, that which IS Arizona…to deny parks is to essentially deny our birthright. … Continue Reading