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Z21 FRIDAY, NOVEMBER 19, 2010 (4 vY fx) ML Woman runs, aids victims of abuse By Sonu Munshi and Daniel Jacka The Republic azcentral.com A Valley woman ran 24 straight hours to raise $1,200 for a Peoria non-profit that helps victims of domestic abuse. Robyn Flores, an Anthem resident, started her long haul 9 a.m. Friday on a treadmill at Mountainside Fitness at Interstate 17 and Carefree Highway. She finished 86.21 miles later on Saturday, which was Go Purple Day, a day designed to increase awareness and raise funds for local children orphaned by domestic violence. Go Purple Day was sponsored by the Purple Ribbon Council, a Peoria group that helps children affected by domestic violence.

Funds raised will help pay for resources to help the children, including trips to Camp Butterfly, a weekend long bereavement camp. Between Flores and efforts of other members, the gym raised about $3,000 2appyCliey entistry Cosmetic Dentistry of Arizona Forbes E. Morse, DDS General Dentist 3830 Pinnacle Peak Rd Glendale Call Today! 602-904-7257 www.HappyValleyDentistry.com A Proud Member of the Heartland Dental Care Family DEIRDRE HAMILLTHE REPUBLIC Anthem resident Robyn Flores participates in a 24-hour treadmill run. for the non-profit. Flores' 24-hour treadmill run, with only bathroom breaks, beat an Austrian's record to place ninth in the world for running the highest number of miles on a treadmill in a 24-hour stretch, she said.

The Austrian's record was 77 miles, she said. Flores said she plans to run again next year for the cause. TOGETHER WE PLEDGE: commitment The St. Mary's University Four-year Pledge is a partnership. While you challenge yourself to excel in the classroom, St.

Mary's will back your four-year graduation goal. Together, we'll help you save money on tuition and get a jump on the job market or grad school, www.stmorytx.edufouryearpledge "IT Encanto Park's 75-year history Encanto Park was once a huge cotton field, a large expanse that early Phoenix leaders knew could take on new life. William G. Hartranft, a millionaire philanthropist and president of the first Phoenix Parks and Recreation Board, had visited California and wanted to see his city offer a sparkling park along the likes of Balboa in San Diego or Golden Gate in San Francisco. He convinced the parks board to have the city buy about 200 acres of land for such a venture.

They settled on a field just outside the city limits at 15th Avenue and Thomas Road. Some of the property was bought from J.W. Dorris, who owned land in the Encanto and Palmcroft areas. Dr. James Norton, a Phoenix veterinarian, sold the city the rest of the property.

The former Norton home and carriage house at 2700 N. 15th Ave. are the offices for the Phoenix Parks and Recreation Department Connie Cone SextonThe Republic Construction Park construction began in 1935. The clubhouse, lagoon, boat dock, 18-hole golf course, band shell, playground areas, tennis and horseshoe courts and archery range took three years to complete. The swimming pool, more tennis courts and a Softball field were added in 1951.

In 1956, two lagoon bridges were added. Originally, a fine-dining room was planned for the clubhouse. Activities Today, Encanto has picnic areas, lagoon, boathouse, swimming pool, nature trail, urban fishing, two golf courses, Softball diamond, basketball and tennis courts, and Enchanted Island Amusement Park with most rides geared for ages 2 to 10. The park features the CP. Huntington Train, which provides a seven-minute tour of Enchanted Island.

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