Globemiamitimes fall 2017 issue by Globe Miami Times

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By Kim Stone ~ Contributing Writer

The woman next to me, probably in her early twenties, was jumping up and down like a contestant on The Price is Right. It was T-minus three minutes, and the moon was poised to eat up the last sliver of the sun. She and I and a hundred other totality chasers had converged on the same state park campground near Shoshoni, Wyo. There were tent campers like me from Arizona, two touring motorcyclists on Gold Wings who rode in from Chicago, a bagpiper from Billings, Mont., and a 25-member Friends of Astronomy group from Greece who had somehow crammed themselves into four rented motorhomes. It was an electric atmosphere, with enough money invested in high-end cameras and telescopes to fly everyone to the next U.S. eclipse in 2024. An astronomy class from Occidental College hosted nightly star talks, and because I was the only person without a tripod, they invited me to hang out with them and suck up some celestial wisdom. The first time I looked through one of their telescopes, I was surprised that the sun wasn’t yellow. I figured it had to do with the dark solar filter, but Chuck, the professor from the college, told me, “It’s pure white. It has always been pure white.” Not in my coloring books, it isn’t.

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Chasing Totality, Continued on page 28

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New HR specialist Deidre Antonio, center (in blue), sings the National Anthem in the Apache language, as Pastor Fernando Pechuli Sr., left, and Tribal Chairman Terry Rambler stand at attention at the grand opening of the new San Carlos Apache College in San Carlos, AZ, on Friday, August 11, 2017.

BUILT ON A DREAM

College to prepare for future, embrace tribal culture By Aimee Staten

Five years ago, a man had a vision of an upwardly mobile people with their own college, respect for tradition and a strong sense of cultural identity. The tiny plant that grew from the seeds of that vision poked its head above the soil last month with the opening of the San Carlos Apache College. Terry Rambler, San Carlos Apache Tribal chairman, was the man with the vision, but he knew he would need some help, so he asked Arizona State University President Michael Crow. On Monday, Aug. 14, the college’s doors opened to its first 58 students. Built on a Dream, Continued on page 31

Globe Rocks The Community With Fun

By Libby Rooney, Contributing Writer

Sometimes it’s the simplest things that draw people together and create a sense of community. One Globe woman stumbled across a concept that, months after it was introduced, still resonates with community members of all ages. It was in May or June that Mindy Jo Bradley of Globe created the Facebook group named Globe Rocks (Miami, Claypool, San Carlos, Roosevelt). The name is long, but the communities are small, and, like a neighborhood game of hide-and-seek, five players are better than one. Globe Rocks, Continued on page 33

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As the weather turns cool and the leaves change colors in the Pinal mountains, we find ourselves looking forward to the Holiday season in Globe-Miami. It is a favorite time here for all, so whether you are a local here or a visitor looking for a short day trip, you’ll want to put us on your calendar for Fall. The lights will soon be strung along Broad street and Fall Festival is just around the corner with the annual light parade and Besh Ba Gowahs’ Festival of Lights not far behind. Plus this year a group of entrepreneurial actors have set up shop in the old territorial jail where they are hosting a one-of-a-kind haunting experience through the end of October. (pg. 24). If you want to combine your Holiday fun with do-goodery this Fall look no further than the Old Dominion Mine Park which is also hosting the first ever Dogtoberfest on October 28th. Proceeds will go towards more improvements to the park. The event will include a costume contest, dog walk, demonstrations and yes, a photo booth for you and your pooch! (pg.7) And then there is the annual Art and Wine Auction on November 3, hosted by the Hospital Foundation which is sporting a 1950s Sock Hop theme this year. Funds from this event go towards additional equipment and amenities for the hospital. (pg.36) If you are traveling this Fall, check out our feature on the arrival of Air BnB in Globe which is an international company whose system allows hosts to offer up their place for travelers. The GlobeMiami area now has a handful of hosts and properties which are listed on Air BnB and we talked with one of their ‘superhosts’ about her experience. (pg. 11) And beginning in 2018 we will be expanding our pull-out map to include the gorgeous drive between Globe and Tucson on Rte 77 featuring the stops and businesses along the way. (pg. 4) With the addition of Apache Sky Casino, and major attractions like Arizona Zip lines and the Biosphere, there is more and more visitor traffic on Hwy 77 and we’re going to help bring the focus to Globe-Miami from the South. Beginning with our feature on Roosevelt Lake Visitor’s Center (pg.22), you’ll find us pointing the way to some hidden gems in our area that you may not have discovered yet. And the phenomenon of Globe Rocks

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which started as a family-fun, facebook page and has grown into a community collective, encouraging young and old alike to paint, hide and find these gems of artistic talent. (pg. 1) Plus, resident expert,Peter Bigfoot, of Reevis Mountain Farm will be teaching a three day workshop on acupressure and how he uses this technique to stay healthy. (pg. 16) Looking ahead to 2018, GlobeMiamiTimes is thrilled to be bringing Mountainfilm ontour to Globe in the Spring of 2018. Mountainfilm is a documentary film festival that celebrates an indomitable spirit and “aims to inspire audiences to action on worth causes.” As part of a joint effort which began between GMTime and the Gila County IDA to build tourism around the rich outdoor recreation in our region, the film festival offers inspiration to all ages and includes a special youth day with film presentations curated for K- 12. Details were still being developed at press time, but please check back in with us on November 15th here: www.mountainfilmglobefest.com for the full line up of events plus volunteer and sponsorship opportunities. Here’s to making memories this Fall with family and friends! Best Regards,

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AirBnB Experience

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Walking Maps Pull-Out

Johnnyd – A Jouney Far From Finished

Roosevelt Lake Visitor's Center

Globe Will Be Going To The Dogs

Haunted Jail in Globe

Community Needs A Pool

Local News Highlights

Arizona's Hispanic Flyboys

Doing Business Page

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Apache Gold Casino Ray Mine

RAY MINE The Ray Mine has a history dating back more than 100 years. Today it offers visitors an up-close look at a major Arizona copper producer which extracts 250,000 tons of ore daily with projected ore reserves until 2044. Mining operations and equipment may be viewed daily from 7:00 am to 2:00 p.m.

Hayden Winkleman Apache Sky Casino

APACHE SKY CASINO The newest casino by the San Carlos Apache Tribe is located mid way between Globe and Tucson and sits on 170 acres of the San Carlos Apache Reservation. The casino offers more than 300 slot machines, table games and other amenities. www.apacheskycasino.com.

BIOSPHERE 2 Trip Advisor gives this a four-star rating. Learn about the ecosystem we live in and marvel at the engineering and imagination of Biosphere 2. Offering tours, and educational programs, Biosphere 2 is the worldâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s largest earth science laboratory. For complete information, biosphere2.org.

ORACLE, ARIZONA Although tiny, with a population pegged at just under 4,000 people, Oracle Arizona is well known for its artists and home to Arizona Zipline Adventures which offers five zip lines ranging in length from 400-1,500 feet and great hiking in nearby Catalina State Park. www.ziparizona.com.

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CATALINA STATE PARK The park sits at the base of the Santa Catalina Mountains and offers 5,500 acres of foothills, canyons, and streams. It includes both hiking, equestrian and biking trails as well as camping and picnicking areas. Open year round. Hours are 5:00 a.m. - 10:00 p.m. daily.

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ORO VALLEY HEIRLOOM FARMERS MARKET AT ORO VALLEY Check out the local neighborhood farmersâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; market held each week at the Steam Pump Ranch on North Oracle Road. (North of the Home Depot Retail Center). With 30+ vendor stalls the Market attracts approximately 700 people each week.

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Johnnyd: A Journey Far From Finished By Libby Rooney, Contributing Writer

At times, the place where one begins is far from where one started, and sometimes it's in the same place but in a totally different arena. JohnDaniel Flores, or Johnnyd for short, followed a rather circuitous route to get where he is today, and he is still not sure where he will end up. Johnnyd was born and raised in Globe, went to Miami High, played football and tennis with the Vandals and worked in the mines straight out of high school. Three years ago, he opened the Dominion

Cutting Company for high-end hairdressing on the upper floor of the Historic Valley National Bank building at the corner of Mesquite and Broad in Globe. Johnnyd is following a not-straight path, on a still unfolding journey, toward a vision just over the next hill. As a child he wanted to become an actor, and that desire drew him away from home after high school all the way to Manhattan, where he worked with an agent, booked a few small parts and even modeled for Nike. The reality of being an actor in the big city fell short of his expectations, and it wasn't long before he abandoned that dream, returned

to Globe and a job in the mines. Then, as has happened with the mining industry so many times, the price of copper dropped and the mines laid off hundreds of miners, including Johnnyd. That was when he decided to go to Gila Community College and study cosmetology. This was the first step in becoming the entrepreneur, mentor and professional hair stylist he is today. After getting a salon license, he went to work in a couple of local salon/barber shops, where he cultivated his skill - one head at a time - through repetition and trial and error. Work at the local salon/barber shop wasn't always glamorous, but it was an income, he said. After work he would enjoy his evenings with friends over a beer or two or three. In his early 20s, alcohol had turned into more than a habit, and Johnnyd became a binge drinker, on the edge of alcoholism. Before that, he said he'd dabbled with prescription drugs and marijuana, but stopped those without too much difficulty. “I was raised better than that,” he said. Alcohol was not as easy for him to stop, at least not until he met Moquie, also a native of Globe. The trade-off, sobriety for a life with the woman he'd fallen in love with, was an easy choice. That was five years ago. The two moved to the Valley, where she was hired to teach fifth grade while he worked in a salon and also a chain hair salon, where he honed his craft. He developed his own techniques, and learned to understand hair like a true professional. More than just a barber, he was developing into a stylist. “Always watching, listening and practicing,” he said. “You can learn from anyone, anywhere.” Johhnyd, Continued on page 6

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After a year in the Valley, the young couple returned to their beloved home town, and Johnnyd went back to the mines for three years with the plan in mind to create Dominion Cutting Company. His early customers from before he left Globe were happy he'd returned and were his first customers. Word spread quickly and, almost overnight, the new grooming parlor grew a loyal clientele base. Johnnyd attributes much of his success to his attention to detail.

fabulous Broad Street Beard Battle, a reenactment of the historic beard-growing competitions that took place in Globe in the early 1900s. This year will be the third annual event, and all proceeds will be donated for the restoration of the historic Odd Fellows Broad Street sign. Beyond this small community, Johnnyd is also a national educator chosen to represent the Johnny B Hair Care company at conferences and hair fashion events. He gives demonstrations alongside some of the top stylists in the country from Beverly Hills to Nashville to Albuquerque, N.M., Cleveland and South

Johnnydâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s story was never only about opening a thriving little business in Historic Downtown Globe, it was about dealing with personal struggle, about being the best he could be and having a positive impact on the world. His memory of being just out of high school and feeling limited in Globe prompted him to take on apprentices, train them to his high standards of hairdressing with the aim of giving them employment in the Dominion Cutting Company when they are ready. Because he feels community is important and events in the community are fun, he and Tanner Hunsaker of Western Repro Graphics initiated the

Dakota. (And if you're confused by the names, Johnnyd and Johnny B? It's just a happy coincidence.) So, for those who like a good haircut (plus interesting conversation, no extra cost), check out Johnnydâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Dominion Cutting Company. If you have always wanted to see how you'd look with a handlebar mustache, or you wanted to be the most authentic looking Santa Claus at the ugly sweater Christmas Party, or you just want a reason not to shave, compete at the Broad Street Beard Battle, Saturday, Dec. 9, at 4 p.m.

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This October, Globe Will Be Going To The Dogs And there is quite a bit of excitement about it! By Linda Gross

The first ever Dogtoberfest Celebration will take place at the Old Dominion Mine Park (ODMP) on Saturday, October 28th from 8:30 a.m. to 1 p.m., featuring a Bark in the Park walk, costume contests, activity zone, show of skills, small dog races and booths. Activities will include one- and twomile walks, a sub-woofer (small dog) race for pups under 10 pounds and an activity zone called Muttropolis, with dog brain teasers, paw painting, crafts for owners (such as make your own dog toys and dog clothes) and kids’ crafts. There will also be a Vanity Fur pet portrait studio with Kenneth Chan and a food zone serving hot dogs, chips and drinks provided by Carl and Rebecca Williams of Dream Manor Inn. Booths will offer dog-related services, products, art and resources. A representative from FEMA will be on hand to talk about disaster care for pets, and the Signal Butte Petsmart is bringing sales clerks, trainers and groomers to explain and offer coupons for their services. Dog adoption options will be available at the event through both the High Desert Humane Society and Gila County Animal Control office. “I am really looking forward to the Barks and Recreation show, which will have working dog demonstrations (such as Evo the arson dog, and a drug dog demo), dog entertainers (like the Dancing Dog Duo from Phoenix, and possibly a Disc Dog team), and costume and owner/dog look-alike contests,” says Thea Wilshire, the event organizer. Wilshire is a member of the Old Dominion Historic Mine Park Committee, which is the group of volunteers who have created the ODMP. The committee is putting on the event, but they have lots of sponsors and collaborators from the community. Some of these include the City of Globe, the Globe Downtown Association, Apache Gold Casino, Tailwaggers Grooming, Western Reprographics, Dream

Thea Wilshire and Wylie as a puppy and today.

Manor Inn, Supervisor Tim Humphrey, Chrysocolla Inn, Bird Seismic, and Samaritan Veterinary. Key volunteers who are helping Wilshire organize the event include Linda Odonnetto, Charlene Giles and Ellen Kretsch. The ODMP committee has been developing the park for years as a destination for visitors and locals to bring their families. It’s been a labor of love by those who first saw the vision of turning the site into a park more than 18 years ago. The park now features a self-guided walking tour, a kids’ playground, a disc golf course, and two large community pavilions. According to Wilshire, they still need a bit more money to finish the park, and she looked into ideas for a fundraiser that could help them achieve their goals. “Pet owners are one of the fastest growing demographics for people who

will spend money and/or travel for their animals,” says Wilshire. “And to my knowledge, the Globe-Miami area has never reached out to pet owners as a tourism group.” The marriage of a dog-centered event and ODMP’s fundraising needs seemed like a perfect fit. “Dogtoberfest” was born. Wilshire went online and discovered other communities that have done this type of event. She used their activities to start to plan the ODMP event. Since this is a fundraiser for the park, they are accepting donations and selling tickets for admission. Individual tickets will cost $10, an owner and a dog will be $15, and an owner with two dogs will be $20. However, Wilshire points out that there is a $3 discount when you pre-purchase your ticket online at EventBrite. [https:// www.eventbrite.com/e/dogtoberfestcelebration-tickets-35159505026] The organizers expect Dogtoberfest to become an annual event, and once the ODMP finishes the major development for the park and no longer needs to fundraise, Wilshire hopes to be able to turn the event over to the High Desert Humane Society or another nonprofit agency that needs an infusion of cash.

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Globe Community Center Pool Study

COMMUNITY NEEDS A POOL But, where? And, how?

The pool at the country club struggled with maintenance issues this last summer which forced several closures. Photo by LCGross

By Aimee Staten

swimming pool is generally the most popular and populated recreation site in a community during the summer, so what happens when one local option has permanently closed and the other two are failing? According to several area leaders, it is time to think regional. “The time has come where we need to approach new projects and ideas as a region (because) it has become extremely difficult to get funding standing alone, especially in rural communities,” Globe Mayor Al Gameros said. “We are a stronger force when we collaborate and work together.” The Globe Community Center drained

its pool for the last time about four years ago, and since then, there has been a movement to build a larger, improved project like a centrally-located community center complete with a pool and water park, along with ball fields, a community center and library. This is why the Cobre Valley Regional Aquatic Center Committee was formed. There are two working pools in the area. One is at the Cobre Valley Country Club, and the other is in Downtown Miami. Both, however, are too small to meet the needs of the community since the closing of the Globe pool at the Community Center several years ago. The Aquatic Center Committee attempted to have a senate bill passed last year to create a revitalization tax district

that included the county, the municipalities of Globe and Miami and their two school districts. The bill (SB 1416) passed the state Senate but died because it was never assigned to the agenda for the House. The Committee learned a few lessons from its experience last year and are taking a run at passing a similar bill this year. A question arose over the past few months about the viability of either repairing the Globe Community Center Pool or building the new pool over the footprint of the old one there. To answer some of the questions, the Globe Miami Times acquired a copy of the 2014 request for proposal and needs assessment prepared by Architekton and Aqua Designs International, which was commissioned by the city of Globe.

In the late 1950s, community leaders and volunteers built a pool on property donated by the Hagen family next to what is known as Besh ba Gowah. The materials were donated by local businesses and individuals with contractors and volunteers donating much of the labor. According to the report, the pool had problems almost from the beginning of its existence. The circulation gutter leaked from the start, and sometime in the 1980s, the pipes below the pool began to fail. That problem was fixed by placing pipes in the bottom of the existing pool and pouring concrete over them, creating a new floor but also reducing the depth of the pool. There were also problems with the baby pool – leaking pipes and a faulty gutter system – which forced the city to close it down about seven year ago. Chris Collopy, director of development service and Human Resources, said the leaks in the gutter system caused massive leakages that were more than the water usage of three households – about 12,000 gallons/month. There was further damage to the structure of the pool from leaks running through the pump room that corroded the metal support beams holding up the pump room roof. All of the leakage caused a sort of “percolation,” according to the engineer report, that eroded the soil beneath the pool, creating voids that further compromised the structure of the pool shell. The writers of the report also noted that there was likely water making its way from the pool into the creek below the community center, and the extent of the erosion to the sub surface could only be known by core drilling into the floor of the pool and performing a geotechnical investigation. All of the information contained in the report was obtained through visual inspection, through as-built information and through interviews with city staff and people who were involved in the Community Pool, Continued on page 9

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construction in the ‘50s, according to the report. (To see all of the code violations, download the report from the city of Globe’s Web site. It is called Globe Community Center Swimming Pool Condition Assessment Report.) To correct all of the listed Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) violations, as well as repair and replace sections to increase functionality and safety with the existing structure, it would cost the city of Globe almost $900,000. The annual cost to run the pool and maintain it would be about $342,000. To completely replace the pool, it would cost the city of Globe about $1.3 million, according to the report. The addition of a children’s splash pad would be about $80,000, and a timing/score apparatus would cost about $45,000.

Aquatic Center Committee Many local residents have verbally supported the formation of a Revitalization Tax District to pay for maintenance and operations of an aquatic center. The tax district would include the county, the municipalities of Globe and Miami and their two school districts, but some are not inclined to believe the support will be there when voters go to the polls. Fred Barcon, local businessman and vice president of IDA (Industrial Development Authority) board, said, “I do not believe the issue will ever become a reality. I was involved in two issues involving our community college to pass a secondary tax and a provisional tax. No one is against taking care of our youth; no one is against providing entertainment for our children. No one is against higher education until they get in a voting booth and the curtain is closed behind them. “We are being heavily taxed; let’s concentrate our efforts on what we have and can do,” he said. A “Revitalization Tax District,” as the law currently reads, is a district formed

The Globe Public Pool has sat empty for nearly five years leaving just the Miami Pool and Country Club pools available to the public. The City and regional stake holders say the numbers no longer support an effort to simply tear out the old pool and put in a new one in the same location. The Miami Pool (not shown) is expected to have a few more years of use before it too has to be retired. Photo by LCGross

between two municipalities and/or tribal government. One of the changes that would be included in the new bill would be the word “county.” “The city and town borders of Globe and Miami are not straight or evenly defined lines and are intermixed with county areas,” Evelyn Vargas, president of the Aquatic Center Committee said. “In order for the ‘Revitalization Tax District’ to work for our area, we need to look at a well-defined region, which will be the primary market for the aquatic center. The aquatic center committee defined the area, or the taxable district, as the region which encompasses the Globe and Miami school districts. Within this region, there are many county areas.” Barcon said he thinks more time and effort should be devoted to the rehabilitation of the pool at the community center. Globe City Manager Paul Jepson thinks the location is too “Globe” and not centrally located enough to encourage regional participation.

The Aquatic Center is working with BHP Billiton to secure 18 acres just north of Cobre Valley Regional Medical Center, between Vonnie’s Pizza and Judy’s Cookhouse, south of Hwy. 60. The aquatic center would be located out of the flood plain on the northwest part of the property. A proposed plan for the remaining acreage would be for a community center (located out of the flood plain), amphitheater, athletic fields, walking/biking path, and other amenities. “The Globe pool is out of reach location-wise for many people in the area,” he said. Maintenance and operation for the pool is also not in the budget priorities for the city in the upcoming years. Then there is the potential expectation because of its location that the city would foot the bill for maintenance and operations should the proposed nonprofit no longer be operational. “Globe, Miami or the county cannot afford to pay the annual operations and management expenses of the Aquatic

Center,” Gameros said. “That is why the aquatic committee is seeking a change in the Legislature to create a taxation district that will allow the taxes to come from all three entities.” Globe's Mayor also believes the proposed location for the Aquatic Center is more feasible because of its size. “Having a community pool that can be expanded offers entertainment and quality of life for all ages for our residents,” he said. Vargas said the benefits of an aquatic center are abundant. “The impact would be felt throughout many areas of our community and across our age continuum,” she said. It would also influence the education, economy, recreation, employment recruitment and retention, health and wellness, athletic competition and many other social aspects of this community, she said. “It will cost each of us financially in tax dollars, but if we want to make a positive difference in the well-being of the Globe-Miami community, we will make the commitment.” The Aquatic Center Committee’s priority between now and when the state Legislature reconvenes is to finalize the language of the new bill, get it on the agendas for both the Senate and the House and then reach out to the community for support. “We have been investigating the reasons it (SB 1416) failed, identifying the entities on whom it would have the greatest impact,” Vargas said. “We are currently reaching out to those entities to work in partnership to create a bill that is viable and beneficial to all.” If the Revitalization Tax District is revised and passes the Senate and the House, it will be up to the voters of the newly formed district to decide if they will pay a “property levy to support the maintenance and operations of an aquatic center,” Vargas said. Vargas said the committee would be happy to give presentations to any group or organization interested in more information. Call Evelyn Vargas at 928-812-9267 or Bryan Seppala at 928812-0098.

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New Edition of Arizona’s Hispanic Flyboys 1941-1945 Features 16 New Stories In times of war, American minorities have always stepped up to serve their country with courage and distinction – The Tuskegee Airmen – African-American pilots who fought in World War II – and the Navajo Code. Talkers are well-known examples. But World War II remains one of the most significant historical events of the 20th Century. While it has been well documented in print and film over the last 70 plus years, not much, has been written about the Hispanics who served in uniform from 1941 through 1945. This is especially true of those who served in the air corps of the U.S. Army, Navy and Marine Corps. The book, “Arizona’s Hispanic Flyboys 1941–1945,” was first published in 2002 and documented those who served as pilots, navigators, bombardiers, flight engineers, Author Rudy Villarreal gunners, and radio operators. First published in 2002, the book has just been updated with a second edition. The author, Tempe-based historian and author, Rudy Villarreal, says a second edition was needed after receiving correspondence from families and individuals asking why their fathers had not been included in the book. One of the men which contacted him, according to Villarreal, was Eric J. Halverson, whose grandfather, Lt. Arthur Van Haren Jr., was a fighter pilot. Villarreal says he was familiar with Lt. Van Haren, having seen the story of the Navy Ace in both the Arizona Republic and Phoenix Gazette while he was researching wartime newspapers. What he didn’t know was Van Haren’s Latino connection, until he spoke with Halverson. “My Tata (father), Arthur (Valenzuela) Van Haren Jr., was three quarters Hispanic,” Halverson said. “His mom was Spanish and Mexican, and his dad was Mexican and Dutch. He was a third generation Arizonan.” It has taken Villarreal over a decade to complete the second edition, which includes 16 new stories. The entries for the 94 airmen included in the book feature their service information, combat decorations and a biographical sketch of each man’s life after the war. Young men with surnames like Campos, Carrasco, Renteria, and Santa Ana are just a few of the many soldiers from the Globe and Miami area. Other copper mining towns of central and southeast Arizona, such as Superior, Hayden, Ray, Morenci, Clifton, Bisbee and Douglas, are also well represented.

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AirBnB Experience By Patti Daley, Contributing Writer

To truly experience the flavor and history that makes the Globe Miami area one of the most intriguing places in Arizona, travelers must come in contact with its people and its homes. There is no better way than to start the adventure in a local Airbnb. People looking for a place to stay in the area have several options. There are at least 10 hotels, a handful of bed and breakfasts, and for a truly local experience, a growing number of Airbnb listings. Airbnb is a popular online community marketplace where people list and book travel accommodations around the world. In Globe-Miami, travelers can rent a room in a historic house, bunk in a backyard bungalow or take up short-term residence at the Roost, a six-bedroom house on a hill with an Emerald City view of a copper mine. The Roost is offered by Cindy Sullivan, coowner and Airbnb Superhost. The latter is a designation given to hosts who provide a shining example for other hosts, and extraordinary experiences for their guests, according to Airbnb.com. An artful blend of vintage charm and modern comfort, the six-bedroom house accommodates up to 14 people and has digital television, a large kitchen, Wi-fi, a gas fire pit & barbecue. Visitors can rent the entire space or an individual room and book it on Airbnb. One visitor who called himself Brad had nothing but compliments about the home. “The Roost was ideal for our needs. We travel to Globe every spring for an archery tournament with several friends. The layout was excellent with a lot of room to spread out and relax after day one of the tournament,” he wrote in a review. “I don’t think we could say enough about how clean The Roost was. My wife made numerous comments about it. We will be back.”

Using Airbnb “It (Airbnb) was very easy to get on, very user-friendly,” Sullivan said. The day after she listed the Roost on Airbnb, she received a request. It was from

a director wanting to shoot his next movie at the Roost. His crew rented the Roost for a month, during which time Sullivan became friends with the cast and crew and even got a small role in the film. More typically, guests are families and small groups, using the Roost for a special meeting or retreat. There is generally a two-day minimum, though she does make exceptions for certain circumstances. When winter travelers are unable to travel

due to weather and need a place last minute, Sullivan steps up. “You have to make yourself available if you’re going to make income on it.” All financial transactions are done online, so no money changes hands between guest and host. Airbnb permits hosts to block out dates, and Sullivan used this feature to host a family on Thanksgiving when the Roost first opened. She said it was a fitting tribute to the family’s role in making it happen. Back in 2008, after long-term tenants trashed the house, Cindy and her husband, Don Sullivan, were devastated. They decided to change the way they rented the space. “I didn’t know how we would do it,” she recalls, “but my Dad gave me $10K. It was enough to get started." She began painting and bought beds, created a unique aesthetic for each bedroom and gave them names: Lake, Twin, Bunk, Riverside, Jack and Taos. In 2009, she launched the Roost as a long-term boarding house. She provided housing to AirBnB, Continued on page 12

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teachers working on the San Carlos reservation and employees of the Freeport McMoRan mine. “I keep finding a need and then try to fill the need,” she said. “Now the summer interns pick their rooms on Airbnb.“ Not every idea has panned out. At one point, Sullivan created a Web site for the Roost and advertised to bikers. She even invited one group to come stay for free. “They loved it, but it’s not their deal,” she said. “They don’t want to hang out. For the most part, they want to ride.” Sullivan is going into her third year with Airbnb. “It’s a very progressive company,” she said. Last year, she attended the Airbnb conference in Los Angeles and learned about the company’s plans to support hosting of activities, such as river rafting or wine-tasting.

Janie Moreno (Center) is flanked by her children and grandchildren who came together for this family reunion at The Roost - the house their father, Manuel built in the mid-80s. Photo by LCGross

“They really want to offer an opportunity for people to travel more, to have unique experiences, and to intercommunicate.” Hosting, however, is not for everyone. “You have to be passionate about it. All parts of it.” As a superhost, Sullivan greets guests with a plate of peanut butter cookies and offers a guidebook with pages of her personal recommendations for restaurants, shopping and excursions in the surrounding area. “I love sharing what I’ve learned about the land here,” she said. This September, Sullivan had a chance to learn some history from her guests when

Cindy Sullivan greets all of her guests with a big plate of peanut butter cookies. Since converting the house to an Air BnB site, she regularly books guests for short and long term stays including a family reunion, seasonal hunters, mine interns, traveling nurses and world travelers who find their way to Globe-Miami. Photo by Patti Daley

The Roost hosted the original owners. Janie Moreno and her husband Manuel built the house themselves back in the mid-80s with the help of their children and a few friends. “My dad would work at the mines all day and then come home and work on the house,” one of his children remembered. The Morenos, who would call GlobeMiami home for 14 years, moved away in the mid-90s after Manuel was killed in a mine accident. Janie Moreno moved the family to Mesa and had not been back to the house until now. She was glad to see it so well taken care of and added that most of the house remained unchanged from what she remembered. There was still plenty of room for a large family, happy kids and good food to be shared in equal measure. Book your next stay in Globe-Miami. Check out www.AirBnB.com.

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OCTOBER

Globe’s Haunted Jail

First Friday Lecture Series: 100th Anniversary of Our Lady’s Church

Globe High School 1967 Class Reunion

Hospital’s Art Art Hospital’s and Wine Wine Auction Auction and

Home Town BYOP Pumpkin Carving Night and Pumpkin Roll

Our Lady’s Fiesta Celebration

Globe Miami Community Concert: We3

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Bustle & Boots Square Dance Festival

34th Annual Apache Jii

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San Carlos Veteran’s Fair & Rodeo

Dogtoberfest at Old Dominion Park

Broad Street Fashions/Benefit Show

Ghosts of Globe Walking Tour

Salute to Ranching

Santa and His Elves come to the Train Depot

Downtown

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Christmas Open House at Museum

JAN First Friday Lecture Series: Salado Archaeology

Annual Broad Street Battle of the Beards

FEB Hardscrabble Lecture Series: The Butterfield Overland Mail Trail

Globe Miami Community Concert: Nathan Pacheco

Globe's Downtown Light Parade

Besh Ba Gowahs’ Festival of Lights

MAR CH KICK OFF TO RAFTING SEASON Rafting the Salt River!

For more details on these events and more please see: globemiamitimes.com/calendar

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Community Mixer Sept 7 at Apache Gold Casino

Christie Cothrun (Pinal Mountain Flowers), Mickie Nye (Dairy Queen) with General Manager of Apache Gold Casino, Linda Michels

AGCR CEO, Matt Olin and the Apache Gold staff hosted a mixer at the Apache Prime Steak House to introduce their new Marketing Director, Kristina Heath.

Molly Cornwell with the GlobeMiami Chamber and Sherri Davis with the Silverbelt.

Solar Eclipse at Bullion Plaza August 21 Miami Library hosted many activities leading up to the big day and handed out 2,000 glasses to view the eclipse. Many people brought their own, including a number of telescopes.

Ernie Tanner Hospitality exploration at GHS, Todd Barnes, Food & Beverage Directory and Jonell James, Hotel Director

Peace Through Music Families of all ages came out to watch the eclipse.

Daniel Dupont playing a gig at Nurdberger Cafe in Globe on behalf of the movement - Peace Through Music.

Miami Town Manager, Joe Heatherly (3rd from L) with Tom Foster (Museum Executive Director) with members of the Bullion Plaza Board.

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Miami Fiesta September 10th The annual Miami Fiesta at Bullion Plaza Museum included a crowd-favorite performance by the 'Charros'.

The Miami Rotary raised money to install a Story Board project around the perimeter of Bullion Plaza Museum.

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Jack Bradford of Gila Geological, LLC with the lamb he purchased from Arielle O'Connor.

Market and Showmanship Champions: Elizabeth Steveson, Hailey Coombs Attaway, Kodi Jo Haught, Makena, Dezera, Riley East, Allicia Woodring, Madeline Belling, Connor Sawyer, Isabella Pickard, Issac Web, Hudson Wilson, Taylor Barnes, Arielle O’Connor, Jace O’Connor, Shaylyn Maclean, Devon Springer, Bailey Sexton, David Monsees, Tate Thompson.

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Gila County Fair September 21-24

Jonathan Sukosky gets a scholarship check from Franke Dalmolin.

The Griffin Sisters – Therese Hicks (L) was one of the first 4-H Club members to sell at the Fair. Seen with sisters: Janet Cline (Fair Chairman), Linda Brost (Historian), Joann Anderson and Sue Johnston.

Herdsman Award – voted on by Leaders and Peers for those who take the best care of their animals and pen at the Fair. Presented by the Wagner Family. L-R Alicia Woodring, Issac Web, Allie Roberts, Kodi Jo Haught, Kristi Wagner and her Daughter (Allie)

The Gila County Sheriffs' Department – Search and Rescue Taylor Barnes with one of three pigs which were developed through artificial insemination. <Russel and Ben Dalmolin with Garrett Wagner. Wagner also won the novice bull riding.

Alfred Ellison with his granddaughter, Peyton Wager, taking in the Auction on Sunday.

Fair Board Member, Jill Wilson with her husband Joe and son Hudson.

Kenneth Chan: Photographed the Auction Kenneth Chan Photography. Chan is a working photographer from the San Francisco Bay Area who has lived in Globe since 2013. You can see more of his work at www.kennethphotography.com/gallery

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Reevis Mountain School Offers Class in Oriental Acupressure Oct 26-29 Access to healthcare is an issue for everyone, but for some people that’s more literal. Farmer and herbologist Peter Bigfoot lives an hour away from the nearest clinic, on his farm within the Tonto National Forest and necessity has forced him to become his own doctor at times. Although, Bigfoot knows how to set bones and stitch up lacerations, he mostly uses botanical medicine (herbs) and a modality called Oriental Acupressure to address many ailments. Based on an accent healing art called jin shin jyutsu, which is said to go back thousands of years, the process requires no equipment, only the knowledge of how to use the healing power of ones' hands.

Bigfoot believes acupressure is an essential preparedness skill.

This Fall he will be teaching a three day introductory class at his farm/school in the forest south of Roosevelt Lake. The class fee includes meals, a shuttle from Roosevelt to the farm and a copy of Bigfoot’s healing manual, Book of Ancient Natural Remedies. Camping is free, or cabins are available for an extra charge. Visit www.peterbigfoot.com/oriental-acupressure-class for more information.

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Saturday, October 28 at 6:30 p.m. Join us for a theatrical tour of our historic district’s Old West tales! With Globe’s bawdy past, it is no wonder we tout a great deal of unexplained activity. Is it the copper in our soil, the unrest of our mined earth, or something more? Guests tour Globe’s historic downtown in groups to hear tales of history, mystery, and the unexplained. The Ghosts of Globe Tour is $15 per person. Due to the subject matter, this tour is not suitable for children under the age of 8. Tours launch every twenty minutes from 6:00 p.m. to 8:30 p.m. from the 1910 Jail on Oak Street, and run about an hour and a half (including our bonus stop, a ride up and down Broad Street in a vintage fire truck!). This will be a walking tour that involves some stairs and alley walking, so comfortable, close-toed shoes are encouraged. We will have a paranormal investigation group on-hand for Q&A and a peek at their tools-of-the-trade following the tour! Brought to you by the Globe Downtown Association/Historic Globe Main Street Program, the Copper Cities Community Players, and our many partners.

Ho ho ho! On November 25 from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m., bring your camera to the Train Depot and look out for elves along the way! Come on and come all to this fun, free annual event! Santa will be traveling in the Vintage Fire Truck while he is in town to give his reindeer a rest. Visit our Mrs. Claus & Elf Toy Shop free make-and-take ornament table, and bring along your letter to Santa to put in the official U.S. Postal Office mailbox direct to the North Pole. Don’t forget the Naughty or Nice list! See you at the Train Depot for this long-running Historic Globe Main Street event! This year will feature a bake sale area with cocoa and treats, all proceeds go to the Historic Main Street Program to help offset event costs.

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Saturday, December 9 at 6 p.m. The Historic Globe Main Street Program is pleased to bring you once again the Annual Christmas Light Parade! Applications for entry will be available at the Cobre Valley Center for the Arts and Globe-Miami Chamber of Commerce; last day for entry is Friday, December 8. Theme to be announced. Please contact the Parade Chairman, Ed Gardea at (928) 425-0223, Molly Cornwell at (480) 345-7477, or the CVCA desk at (928) 425-0884. We look forward to seeing you!

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Globe Miami Times is proud to announce our new event for 2018 A film fest featuring Mountainfilm ontour. Designed to inspire people of all ages and celebrate those who make the most of getting outdoors Details on the two-day event and Tickets will be available online November 15th. www.mountainfilmglobefest.com

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G LO B E Mountainfilm began in 1979 and is one of America's longest-running film festivals and can best be described by one word; inspiring. They will be bringing their brand of short films to Globe-Miami for two full days including a youth day on Friday and Main showing on Saturday.

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An Hour at the Roosevelt Lake Visitor’s Center with LuAnn Peeks Story and Photos by Patti M. Daley, Contributing Writer

There’s a humble, hidden treasure of the Tonto Basin to be found just a short drive from Globe. It’s easy to get there: drive north on Highway 188 to Roosevelt Lake. At mile marker 242.8, you’ll see the sign. You’ve reached the Roosevelt Lake Visitor’s Center. The building, built into the landscape, is barely visible from the highway. When you enter, you’re greeted by a beautiful view of Roosevelt Lake and an easygoing introduction to the wildlife and history that surrounds it.

Every Tuesday through Saturday, from 7:45 in the morning until 4:30 in the afternoon, LuAnn Peek will be there to welcome you. Employed by the USDA Forest Service as a Customer Service Rep, LuAnn answers questions and helps travelers explore the region. She does it with a love and knowledge of the Roosevelt Lake area that comes from a lifetime of living there. LuAnn grew up in a large family of fishermen, hunters and campers. “When

we had our last Easter Picnic here, we were five generations,” she remembers. “What a blast it was.” She moved away only once, when she and her husband, Tom, went to work at the BHP Copper mine in Ruth, Nevada. In five years, LuAnn learned to drive 19 vehicles, including forklifts and haul trucks that were so big they were, in her words, “like driving a two-story house!” LuAnn and Tom returned to the Roosevelt Lake area, and in 2002 they became campground hosts. For twelve years, they worked together at the Frazier Horse campgrounds and nearby Cottonwood Cove picnic area. When the

Visitor’s Center needed volunteers, LuAnn showed up to help. She worked as a volunteer for eight years, until, a year ago, she was offered a full-time position at the Visitor’s Center. Today, as LuAnn and I are talking, a couple comes into the center, ready to hike. LuAnn offers them a trail map. As she explains the options, she raves about the views that await them. A little later, a man LuAnn Peeks, Continued on page 23

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arrives, asking about camping. LuAnn shows him a map of nearby campsites and points out the “dirt road” access to other lakes and more sites. He purchases a Tonto Pass for $8, a one-day pass for all camping, boating and fishing in the region. “It’s not always like this,” LuAnn says. “One day I got a call from people whose friends were out hiking, looking for water. There wasn’t any water out there, not this time of year. I had to tell them to tell their friends to return. Then I called the emergency services to alert them.” As more people flow into the Visitor’s Center, LuAnn counts each one with a click. “When it’s hot, May until August, we may get only 20 or 30 people in a day,” she says. “As the weather cools off our numbers increase. On a busy weekend or holiday, we can get 300.”

Visitors come from around the world, many from Europe and Asia. “They come from referral, through word-of-mouth,” LuAnn explains. “Someone they know has been here, and they tell them, if you’re going to Arizona, go to Roosevelt Lake.” She is surprised by how few locals come to the center. “Many people have lived here for years, and don’t know we’re out here.” Following Tom’s death in late 2016, LuAnn packed up the family home in Claypool and moved into her fifth wheel, to be closer to the lake. “It’s a healing place,” she says knowingly. These days LuAnn takes walks and swims in the lake, with her yorkie terrier floating by her side in an inflatable donut. Back at the Visitor’s Center, LuAnn welcomes a young family. The kids play with the touchable displays. Next, they check out the historic exhibits that introduce the Salado – people who lived

here long ago – and the Apaches, native people who helped build the dam and live here still. There are glimpses of life and actual remnants of the 1904 boomtown that surrounded the dam construction. Visitors who want to learn more can take a seat in the small theatre and watch a movie about the making of Roosevelt Dam. LuAnn was an eyewitness to the expansion of the dam, or as she says, “remaking the lake,” which was completed in 1996. “The lake filled up 3½ feet per day. We could watch it,” she recalls. LuAnn and other locals were taken by surprise. “We didn’t think it would happen. We goofed about where they’d put the ramps. One guy had his RV stuck in the lake because nobody thought it would go that high.” To help me visualize the scale of the change, LuAnn pulls two postcards from a rack and points out the same tree in each. It’s an effective demo and a

good sales technique. I tell her I want to buy the postcards but hadn’t brought money. Without hesitation, LuAnn opens up a tiny tin box and puts 50 cents on the counter. “I’m grateful to be here,” she says, gesturing broadly toward the lake. “So I’m happy to share it with others.” The Roosevelt Lake Visitor’s Center is open daily from 7:45 to 4:30 p.m. Closed Thanksgiving Day, Christmas Day and New Year’s Day. Free admission. Directions: From Mesa: Take State Hwy. 87 (Beeline Highway) north for about 60 miles to the junction of State Hwy. 188. Turn right and follow State Hwy. 188 for 26 miles to the lake. The Visitor’s Center is located at mile-marker 242.8. From Globe area: Take State Hwy. 188 northwest 27 miles to the lake and look for the Visitor’s Center at mile-marker 242.8.

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How It All Began

By Aimee Staten

All the pounding and sawing inside the historic jail in Globe over the month of August has raised questions about the possibility of sinister happenings in these parts. Tales of crazed zombies desperately scratching at windows and the sounds of unearthly moans emanating from the ghostly throats of long-gone prisoners have caused concern among the local folks, and they are demanding answers. Since Sept. 28, citizens have taken to lining up in front of the historic jail house on Thursdays, Fridays and Saturdays at sun-down so they can see the goings-on for themselves. This is expected to continue through the weekends in the month of October and end with a special showing for kids on Halloween night. Trouble is, the more people that are allowed in, the more screams and maniacal laughter are heard by those on the outside. This is where the lawmen come in. . . But what or who are they shooting if all of the criminals inside are already dead? And, what was the purpose of all of the building last month? Was it to keep something evil in or to keep the law-abiding sort out? These are questions for which this intrepid newswoman is determined to find the answers.

The most recent trouble started when a couple of gunslingers arrived on Broad Street in 2017, the year of our Lord, to inquire into a local saloon that was for sale. Though they didn’t make the purchase, the cowboys lingered, even going so far as to call up a couple of their buddies to take a look at the Downtown area and its Haunted Jail. Built in 1910 and open for 70 years, the jail is comprised of three levels of concrete and steel “tanks” designed to hold seven cells that, in turn, housed four inmates apiece. Tales are still told of the men held there – sometimes for many years – and their misery is evident in the words etched into the concrete walls of the cells. One famous case that was never solved was the shooting of an inmate accused of murdering two young girls in 1910. Although the jail was thought to be impenetrable, the man was shot and killed while he was sleeping in the early morning hours by a gun deployed from outside the jail. After visits with Chris Swinney, a stuntman who lives in Globe, some investors and with local Mayor Al Gameros and Linda Odonetto in the present day, two of the gunslingers connected to AZ Productions LLC decided to make an investment in the community. Rick (Hutch) Hutchinson, George Nelson, Mike Lepore and Ami Bhow are the four members of AZ Productions LLC. Hutch and Nelson are two of the three Great Western Gunfighters, so they called their compadre, Sid Kramer (stage name: Matt Halloway), to join them on the venture in Globe. “Globe has the history and the atmosphere to pull off an event like the Haunted Jail and be successful,” Nelson said. “This is not a store-bought project. We design it and implement it.” Hutchinson, Nelson and Kramer found ways to work together in one capacity or another since 1986 when they formed the Great Western Gunfighters. Kramer, who worked in several different capacities at Haunted Jail, Continued on page 25

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The Project The project came together very quickly. In fact, Odonetto said the mayor received a call from AZ Productions in July, and by August, work was started. Kramer said people asked him if it could be built in 30 days, and he said, “Yeah. One, we’re crazy, and two, we’ve done it before.” The initial plan was to hold the Haunted Jail event inside the historical jail house, but fire codes required a fire suppression system be installed. After the investors and city officials met at the physical location, it was decided the jail Hutchinson, Kramer and Nelson today – and as they looked in the would be the portal with the bulk mid-80s when they called themselves the 'Great Western Gunfighters.' of the haunt outside in the alley and Haunted Jail, Continued from page 24 behind the building. City officials, including Fire Marshal Joe Bracamonte, were on site to ensure safety and code Disney, asked his friends, who worked at standards were met. the Spaghetti Station, if they would like “They’ve made improvements to the jail and to be gunfighters. Their gunfighter/stunt the Center for the Arts as far as outdoor electrical is show won competitions for five years at the concerned, at their own expense,” Odonetto said. Grand Prix. Nelson and Kramer also worked Nelson, as a licensed general contractor, Kramer, together at the Rawhide in Scottsdale and with his extensive experience in building, creating were the creators of DoomTown, which and special effects, and Swinney went to work with ran from 1999 to 2005, when Rawhide was other experienced builders to construct a mausoleum, moved to a new location. a stage, an electric chair (Swinney) and a scaffold, Although all of the men have other among many other pa “day” jobs, their combined theater For those who wonder if the Haunted Jail is just a and movie backgrounds lend themselves little too scary, Kramer said the event is considered a to creating this smaller themed venue and, “boo house” and features vignettes designed to make if fortune smiles on the event, larger, more people scream. It is not, however, heavy on the gore. permanent themed events in the future.

Tickets are $16 a piece, and there will be a Halloween Family Fright Night on Oct. 31, 4-6 p.m. This is described as a kid-friendly haunt. People are encouraged to bring their cameras because friendly ghouls and zombies will be out on the front walkway to pose and take pictures with children and adults. Children 10 and under are free with a paid adult. Each adult can accompany more than one child. We understand you might have more than one kid, and that's cool with us. The normal Haunt will resume at 6 and end at 10 p.m. on Halloween night.

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HEALTH DEPT. BREAKS NEW GROUND IN FIGHT AGAINST OPIOID ABUSE GILA COUNTY (Sept 3th) – The Gila County Health Department is the first county health department in the state to make naloxone available free to the public. The “recovery kits” contain two doses of naloxone (the drug that can reverse an opioid overdose), two intramuscular syringes, and clear instructions on when and how to administer the drug. The potentially life-saving injection should be administered in one of four major muscle groups and does not have to be injected into a vein to be beneficial. Because the antidote is injected into a muscle, the syringes included in the kit are different than those made to inject into veins. Chuck Turney, of the Gila County Health Department, explains that members of the public do not need to provide identification to pick up one of the kits. A health department staff member will meet with those who come in for kits, connecting them with other services if applicable. “We want to figure out how we can best help you,” says Turney. Turney encourages anyone—family, friends, concerned citizens—to pick up a recovery kit, but especially those with an opioid user in their lives. “Overdose is happening in our communities,” says Turney. “We want

to keep people alive and hopefully help get them into recovery.” The Gila County Sheriff’s Office recently trained its deputies to administer Narcan, the form of naloxone in a nasal spray. The Gila County Health Department is able to make the recovery kits available through a partnership with Sonoran Prevention Works and Copper Basin Coalition. Visit the Gila County Health Department or call 928-200-0716 for more information. Gila County Health Department, Globe-Miami: 5515 S. Apache Ave., Suite 100. Gila County Health Department, Payson: 107 W. Frontier Rd., Suite A. ■

FOREST SERVICE INSTALLS NEW AUTOMATED FEE MACHINES GLOBE, AZ (Aug. 25th) – The Tonto National Forest has installed new Automated Fee Machines for your convenience at designated recreation sites. Starting Monday, August 14th 2017, the following some campgrounds require camping passes to be bought at these fee machines. Senior and Access Interagency Pass holders receive 50% discount. The Tonto Daily Pass, Discovery Passes, and Interagency Passes are no longer accepted as a “camping” pass for these sites. Campsite fees must be

purchased/paid at the designated fee machines. For complete Permit information, visit www.fs.usda.gov/detail/tonto/ passes-permits ■

READ-ON EXPRESS COMING TO GLOBE DECEMBER 9TH GLOBE, AZ (Oct. 13th) – The local Christmas Read-On Express will be visiting Globe soon to help kids learn that they too can learn to love reading. The train will be stopping at the historic Globe Train Depot on December 9 from noon to 5 p.m. With Santa and Mrs. Claus, the Grinch, elves, books, candy canes, hot chocolate, cookies, bookmarks – and, of course, train rides – there will be lots of holiday fun for local children and their families. There might even be a surprise visit from the Elf on the Shelf and Olaf! Local organizations such as the Gila County Library District, Safe Kids and Cobre Valley Youth Club will have tables. Everything is free for the kids, and of course each child will leave with a good book that is theirs to take home. “With so much to see and do, we estimate it will take at least an hour for each child to experience the ReadOn Express from start to finish as they wind their way through the North Pole to see Santa and ride the train,” said Sharon Listiak, from the Read-On Express committee.

The local Read-On program has proven that great things can grow from humble beginnings. It started when a small group of women decided to take on a winter literacy project three years ago. The group included Listiak and Paula Horn of the Gila County Health Department and Charlene Becker of T.O.P.S. Listiak said the group thought of a train ride. “We could only find the little train to rent,” she said, “so we decided to expand our concept and make it the Globe-Miami Christmas Read-On Express.” The event is open to everyone – not just local residents. Last year people came from 31 different Arizona communities.

Read-On is dedicated to bringing the love of reading to all children and to their families. Read-On Globe/ Miami is a non-profit collaboration devoted to children’s literacy for Globe, Miami and San Carlos area children. It comprises representatives from more than 40 local organizations, government agencies, civic groups and businesses. Read-On is seeking volunteers to help at the event, and tables are still available for local non-profit groups who would like to participate. The group welcomes cash donations, and they would love to have local actors dress up to entertain the kids while they wait in line. ■

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UNITED FUND PREPARES FOR 2018 CAMPAIGN Globe (Oct 4th) – The United Fund of Globe Miami hosted their kick off breakfast this morning at Cobre Valley Country Club where they announced the 2018 recipients. It was a packed house despite the early morning breakfast hour with members of the 20+ agencies represented, along with community leaders and major stakeholders. The keynote speakers were Mayor Daley of Miami and Mayor Al Gameros of Globe who both talked about the importance of collaboration among the two communities and within organizations in order to get things done. Susan Hansen who is on the board of Habitat for Humanity gave a short presentation on their new project involving a multi-unit housing project on Nash Street in Miami. Hansen says they will be energy efficient, and modern while utilizing materials which reflect the culture and history of a small town mining community. Habitat has secured the land and had it blue staked and expects to begin construction in 2018.

According to United Fund, they are on track to invest $755,000 into the local community non-profit organizations. The 2018 recipients are: Arizona Reservation Ministries, Boy Scouts of America, Bullion Plaza Cultural Center & Museum, Cobre Valley Center for the Arts, Cobre Valley Youth Club, Copper Basin Coalition, Copper Cities Youth Sports, Dylan Earven Foundation, Friends of the Globe Public Library, Gila Aging, Gila Community Food Bank ,Gila County 4-H Leaders Council, Gila County Historical Society, Gila House, Gila Reading Council, Globe Lions, Globe Lions – Camp, Globe Miami Community Concert Association, Habitat for Humanity of Globe-Miami, High Desert Humane Society, Horizon Human Services – Domestic Violence Safe House, Horizon Human Services – Residential, LEAD Guitar, Miami Genesis, Miami Memorial Library, Pinal Mountain Foundation for Higher Education, Read On Christmas Express, Salvation Army Daycare, St. Vincent’s of Holy Angels, Teen Outreach Pregnancy Service.

GLOBE AMONG NINE ARIZONA COMMUNITIES SELECTED FOR INAUGURAL AZ CREATIVE COMMUNITIES INSTITUTE Globe, AZ – Globe was among the 9 Arizona communities selected by the Arizona Commission on the Arts to participate in the inaugural AZ Creative Communities Institute. The 12-month program will allow each of the communities to explore the many ways Arizona’s creativity can be put to work for positive community impact. 22 teams, composed of local elected officials, civic and business leaders, and community organizers, applied for the opportunity to participate in the expansive training and engagement program—double the expected number of applicants. While all applicants displayed incredible passion, vision, and commitment, only 9 could be selected to participate. AZCCI Fellows will become part of an active learning network, with opportunities to learn from and with local and national experts, and peers from other Arizona cities, towns, and neighborhoods. “We knew there was an appetite for putting creativity to work in Arizona communities, but did not know how strong an appetite it was,” said Jaime Dempsey, Deputy Director of the Arts Commission. “While we sincerely wish we could have accepted all of the applicant communities into the program, we could not be more excited by the depth of knowledge, breadth of experience, and diversity of perspective represented in the selected teams.” The team from Globe included: Al Gameros, Mayor, City of Globe, Tiera Guerena, Student, Arizona State University, College of Public

Service and Community Solutions Linda Oddonetto, Executive Assistant, City of Globe, Paul Tunis, Executive Director, Cobre Valley Center for the Arts Representatives of the Arizona Commission on the Arts, Herberger Institute, and Southwest Folklife Alliance will serve as key collaborators, alongside local and national experts in creative engagement. “Arizona is rapidly becoming a hub for the exploration of creative solutions, with internationallyrenowned field leaders and experts converging here and engaging with the rich intellectual, artistic, and cultural capital of our communities,” said Jake Pinholster, ASU HIDA’s Associate Dean of Policy and Initiatives. “One of ASU’s and the Herberger Institute’s fundamental responsibilities is to bring artists, university resources, and community leaders together to help Arizona communities thrive. The AZCCI will provide a powerful opportunity to do just that.” ■

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With horror stories of sunny crescents burned onto retinas and the risk of permanent blindness, everyone came prepared with eye protection. Most brought eclipse glasses, but a welder from Los Angeles used the darkened glass from his welding helmet. A woman traveling with her family from Los Alamos, N.M., fashioned a rectangular “eclipse bonnet” from a Wyoming road map and camera filter that we took turns wearing. A week before I made my thousand-mile trek to Wyoming, I planned to watch the eclipse from a comfortable perch in Arizona. The moon was scheduled to block two-thirds of the sun, and with the dire predictions of interstate gridlock, food, water, shelter and gasoline shortages, plus other pre-eclipse mayhem, staying home as a “66 percenter” didn’t sound so bad. The ambient light would probably dim a little, and maybe I’d see a nocturnal skunk peak out of a culvert or hear some disoriented crickets. I began to doubt my decision when I read that even with 99 percent of the sun covered, the remaining sliver of sunlight would be 10,000 times brighter than a full moon. At 99.9 percent, it would still be 1,000 times brighter and not dark enough to see the sun’s corona or the stars. Could I live with the irony that the Arizona eclipse would likely be bright enough to burn my bare butt? This had now become an all-ornothing proposition. The only path to totality

was the path of totality. I had the means, and to allow the Great American Eclipse — the first total eclipse in the U.S. since 1979 — to fly by just a few states away would be a regret I was no longer willing to carry. With “Totality or Bust” tattooed in my brain, I flew to Denver to begin the 400-mile drive to Shoshoni, Wyo. My rental car was three times more expensive than normal, the cost jackedup to punish people like me who were struck with late-onset eclipse fever. It would, however, get me there two days before the magic date of Aug. 21. Mom and pop entrepreneurs spotted people like me coming months ago and turned their empty lots and open pastures into cash cows. Newly minted campgrounds with names like Mel and Abby’s Camporama offered a spot for an RV or tent, access to a Porta John, and all you can drink from the host’s outstretched garden house. All this for $100 - $150 per night with a three-night minimum. With less than two minutes to go to totality, the moon had covered over 95 percent of the sun, and the ambient light was noticeably dimmer and warmer in color. Our shadows were different, too, with much crisper outlines. Someone with a digital thermometer called out the temperature as it started to fall. We were all on our feet, wearing our funky eclipse glasses like the nerdy audience in a 3D movie waiting for the show to start. Chasing Totality, Continued on page 30

Above photo: "2017 Total Eclipse Progression" – Shot on location by Douglas Brown and Gary Novotny near Lowe, ID on August 21, 2017. Douglas is a hiker and nature photographer who was raised in Globe Arizona. Brown says he and friend Gary Novotny had originally planned to hike to one of the high points on Mount Borah, but because of smoke from fires and better cloud conditions, they chose a location just north of Lowe,Idaho which was right on the centerline of the total eclipse. The site gave the viewers the longest Totality. “The actual experience was unlike any I have ever experienced,” says Brown. “It was ethereal and touched you at a visceral level. It brought tears to my eyes. One could understand why the ancients felt their gods were angry and it was a great portent of change.”

Getting creative. An eclipse viewer made out of road map. Courtesy Photo

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At exactly 10:38 a.m., the moon’s shadow swept over us and the lights went out. The entire campground erupted with whistles, whoops and hollers usually reserved for the home team as it runs onto the field. Eclipse glasses came off, and we were able to look at the sun for the first time with our naked eyes. It didn’t get as dark as I expected, more like what I would call dusk. A dull orange glow hugged the horizon, and the sky was more blue than black. It was too dark to read, and too light to knock over anything expensive. My adopted group of astronomers was locked into the scene, and they wasted no time calling out what they saw. “There’s the corona! Did you see Baily’s Beads? That’s Venus off to the right. I see a star! I see Regulus! Regulus is right there! Is that Jupiter on the left, low in the sky? Mercury should be here, but I’m not picking it out. Wow, wow, wow. Oh my lord. Unbelievable.” For a brief instant, a concentrated sparkle of light popped out of the sun’s corona. “The diamond ring!” everyone shouted at once. This was on the list of highly anticipated phenomena, I learned, and occurs just before or after totality. The appearance of the diamond ring also meant that the moon was on the move again, and we heard Professor Chuck yell, “Glasses back on!” He had warned us earlier that two minutes and 20 seconds of totality would pass in what seemed like eight seconds. We tried to prove him wrong, but that’s exactly the way it felt. Daylight returned almost immediately, and after 10 minutes, life was back to normal. The temperature had dropped from 72 to 59 degrees, then quickly rebounded. The eclipse was still greater than 90 percent, but no one was paying much attention. The build-up had been exhausting, and now that the crescendo had passed, people were folding up tents and tripods, clearing picnic tables, and packing up for the long trip home. Even the students’ interest waned, and they turned their attention to asking “what’s for lunch?” Was it all worth it? I didn’t do any exit interviews, but I’d feel pity for anyone who said it wasn’t. I overheard a woman in her 70s say, just at the tail end of totality, “Okay, now I’ve lived.” It’s likely that most of us drove away with a similar glow of cosmic satisfaction.

Gary Novotny (Far Left) and Douglas Brown (Far Right) shown with fellow viewers. Photo courtesy of Doug Brown.

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“A tribal college operated by and for Apaches will help secure the future of the tribe, not just as a means for sustainable economic development, but as a critical institution to preserve our language, our culture and our history,” Rambler said. San Carlos Apache College (SCAC) is the third tribal college in the state of Arizona, and it opened after more than two years of preparation under the direction and expertise of Maria Hesse, vice provost for academic partnerships at ASU, and Jacob Moore, assistant vice president for tribal relations at ASU. The college’s founding president is Dr. Martin M. Ahumada, who is the recent interim president and provost of the Diné College, a Navajo Nation college that is the leading TCU (Tribal College and Universities) in the United States. It was founded in 1968 and was the first tribal college in the country. Diné College offers four-year transferable degrees. The San Carlos Apache College will soon offer two-year degrees under the accreditation of the Tohono O’odham Community College in Sells, Az. It is working toward its own accreditation, however, within the next three to five years. Accreditation allows students to qualify for financial aid and to transfer to universities. The college presently offers general education classes in math, biology, English, chemistry, accounting and computer literacy. Tuition is $34.50 per credit hour with a full-time price tag of $414 per semester. “This is the beginning of something great. This is a way to say no to alcohol and drugs by using our minds in a good way and not abusing them,” Rambler said. “This is a way to regain respect among ourselves. This is a way not to lose our identity as Apaches.”

Strengthening a Nation The history and tradition of the San Carlos Apache – Nde Nation is rich and

Founding President Martin Ahumada thanks ASU Vice Provost for Academic Partnerships Maria Hesse, by giving her a tribal burden basket at the grand opening. Hesse provided leadership through her experience as one of the founders and the former president of Chandler-Gilbert Community College.

varied. The name “Apache” is a Zuni word that means “our enemies.” The tribe’s name for itself is Nde (or Ndee), which means “the people.” In order to strengthen this ancient tribe, it is critical that its members know their native language and culture. “Being grounded in the knowledge of their native tongue and cultural traditions is important for self-esteem,” Ahumada said. “That knowledge allows them to rise to their full potential as a people.” At the Tohono O’odham Community College, all students take classes in “Himdag,” the cultural identity of the tribe that includes economic self-sufficiency, which leads to social, health and education services that maintain tribal traditions. San Carlos students will take a similar path based on the Apache concept of Go’zhoo, which is to be at peace. According to Dr. Lisa Eutsey, the San Carlos Apache College provost who was also recruited from the Diné College, few of the younger generation know their language, so that will be

Courage to Start a New Thing Despite the fact that several rooms are still under renovation and additional spaces are being carved out for classrooms, the college opened its doors in August. Ahumada said Rambler demonstrated an extraordinary vision of his own, so when he asked that the school open for the fall semester, Ahumada and staff moved heaven and dirt to make it happen. Built on a Dream, Continued on page 32

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“I wanted to embrace the courage it took to take this step by supporting and creating a college even in the midst of hiring adjuncts and doing renovations,” Ahumada said. Although the founding president believes it will take a couple of years for surrounding communities to see the far-reaching effects of the college, he has a few dreams of his own. Classes are held in Downtown San Carlos at the former tribal administrative building. There are also several buildings and rooms within walking distance that are being renovated into classroom and lab space. The college president looked into the future and envisioned beautification projects that featured improved traffic controls, a water fountain celebrating Apache culture, libraries, cafes and other amenities. “I think we are uniquely positioned to demonstrate how much can be achieved – even with limited resources,” he said. Ahumada has held numerous leadership positions in colleges and universities in Arizona, Texas and New Mexico. For almost a decade, he served as the president of the International Center for Higher Education and Philanthropy. He was also a full-time faculty member at Harvard University for several years and taught education management administration. Cheryl Thompson, the vice president of finance and administration for Diné College, traveled more than 300 miles to be part of the opening ceremony for the San Carlos Apache College. “. . . When he left Diné College to become your founding president, I hurt for Diné College, and I hurt for my Navajo Nation because they lost one of the most ethical and gifted leaders to ever serve our institution and the Navajo Nation. He did this consistently with honesty, humility, courage and compassion,” she said. “I have never known anyone like him. I probably never will again.” Ahumada served as the first CFO for the Eastern New Mexico University-Ruidoso and was the first vice president for education and research with the Hispanic Association of Colleges and Universities, where he worked closely with the White House, members of Congress and leaders of corporate and philanthropic sectors. The tribe struggles with poverty – many times extreme, unemployment and addiction to drugs and alcohol. Despite these challenges, it is the belief of its supporters that the college will offer hope for “someplace to go and a future,” Hesse said during the college’s opening ceremony Aug. 13. Eutsey said the key to establishing an institution of higher education is “working harder.” She was approached by a student in San Carlos who

Board of Regents Vice-Chairperson Jonathan Clark holds the scissors for the ceremonial ribbon cutting.

became very emotional as she expressed her appreciation that her tribe was looking out for her. “There is very high unemployment, a lack of transportation and a dependence on drugs and alcohol,” Eutsey said. “They need an opportunity to connect with people outside their community.” The English 101 class is taught by a professor who lives in Santa Fe, N.M. He worked with the Navajo tribe for 27 years and deeply respects Native American culture, Eutsey said. “This is one way we are opening up the world to students,” she said. Once the college is part of TCU, it will have access to land grants, which will expand the campus and financial strength of the college. It will also enable the school to bring in professors and teachers from a variety of different cultures and disciplines. The school also plans to partner with the San Carlos Museum to bring in guest lecturers, art and a library. Ahumada said he recruited Eutsey from Diné because of the work she had done there to get multiple bachelor and associate degree programs approved, for her administrative experience managing about 70 faculty members and for her work in implementing distance learning programs.

Fast Track to Accreditation The school is on the fast track to accreditation with plans to offer four-year degrees. SCAC Eutsey said the

Tribal Council was very forward-thinking when preparing the charter. Instead of relegating the school to community college status, its long-term plan is to offer four-year degrees. The Tohono O’odham charter is for a two-year junior college. Most classes are transferable, and the exceptions will be classes created to simply meet community needs. The only two non-transferable classes at this time are beginning computers and prep for college chemistry. Diné College, which is one of several tribal colleges being used as a pattern for San Carlos, offers degrees in elementary education, biology, psychology, secondary education and business administration. Eutsey said before she left Diné to help pioneer this college, she was working on adding fine arts and public health degrees. The Arizona State University signed an agreement with the community in 2013 that includes design and construction assistance when San Carlos Apache are ready to build a campus, as well as academic counseling, college-readiness and healthy lifestyle programming. The university also agreed to facilitate the transfer of students through the Native American Achievement Program at ASU, according to the Office of American Indian Initiatives. The college received a federal grant for $1.5 million in 2014 to start the college, and the tribal council agreed to fund it for $2.5 million. The school plans to build up their student support program and facilities once it qualifies for Title III grants, which provides discretionary grants to institutions of higher learning that have 50 percent of students receiving Pell Grants or that have low educational expenses. Eutsey said SCAC administration met with representatives of Northern Arizona University recently. “They are looking to partner with us,” she said. “There is a huge need for a forestry program.” The college has four full-time administrative staff, one full-time faculty (Medhat Faroque - also recruited from Diné College), a full-time facilities manager, ten adjunct teachers and 58 students.

Tribal Colleges and Universities Tribal Colleges and Universities are chartered by tribal government. There are more than 75 campuses in 16 states that serve students from at least 250 Indian tribes. Tribal identity is at the core of every TCU, according to AIHEC. org, and they share the mission of self-determination and service to their communities. TCU institutions partner with numerous organizations, including U.S. Department of the Interior, Agriculture, Housing and Urban Development, the National Science Foundation, National Aeronautics and Space Administration, as well as universities all over the nation.

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Sometimes referred to as “that thing on Facebook with painted rocks” or “Globe Rocks” for short, if it hadn’t been for her brother-in-law back in Pocatello, Idaho, she would have never started the project. Mindy Jo remembers kidding him about his collection. “What are you doing with all those rocks?” she asked. He sent her a link to the Pocatello Rocks Facebook page with 10,000 members, many of whom were decorating, hiding, finding and posting photos of rocks. It was the smiles on the faces of the people in the photographs that clinched the deal for Mindy Jo. A self-proclaimed doer, Mindy Jo took the leap from “that sounds like fun” to “I can make this happen in my community.” She created a Facebook group and invited friends and friends of friends to join. She bought paint and Sharpies, collected a few rocks and posted the first post.

Globe and Miami Rockin’ On In the beginning, there were about 50 people in the group, which, at the time, seemed like a lot, she said. Several months later, it had grown to more than 2,000 members and the photos and smiles and rocks filled posts on Facebook like poppies in spring. Participants are not limited to individuals, and local businesses have started jumping on board. Facebook member found a slice of pizza rock on Sept. 25 with the words: “Keep posting. Not a winner. Vonnie’s Pizza Rocks.” MindyJo & Family Photo by: SunflowerEyes Photography

Although she did not win a free piece of pizza, she wrote that it still put a smile on her face and her children would re-hide it later that evening. A member of Chelsea Webb’s family found another slice of pizza rock from Vonnie’s at Hope Family Care. Stephanie Johnson of Miami took the time to beautifully paint six rocks like owls, then set them free in the community. Angela McNichols found one of them and debated whether to re-hide it or keep it. Mindy Jo never expected her venture to become so popular and to spread so far. Rocks have been found in local parks, downtown areas and in or near eateries. Globe Rocks have traveled to other cities and states throughout the United States and even as far as Helsinki, Finland. So, why have so many people gone to the trouble to collect rocks, paint them, hide them, search for them, photograph them, post the photos on Facebook and re-hide them? Globe Rocks, Continued on page 34

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The smiles on the kids' faces whether they have discovered a rock or are painting one or re-hiding one is one of the reasons this program has captured the imagination of a community.

Visitors like Catherine Davis often take the rocks home with them as a memento.

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Spend a little time scrolling through the Facebook page, and the shining eyes of children and young people holding rocks will answer that question. Jeanette Voelker recently posted a picture of a sweet-faced girl holding a bright yellow rock up to the camera. “This made her day,” Voelker posted. Because it’s creative, because it’s a reason to get out of the house and because it’s fun, many adults have taken to show their artistic talents on one of nature’s most basic canvasses. Cassie Tafoya of Globe found a dramatically bejeweled rock and rehid it. “Love the creativity of this community,” she wrote. Candace Robinson of Miami found a rock painted to look like a buffalo at the Palo Verde Family Care Center, and Robin Horta found a rock with a bird face and green feathers at Old Dominion Historic Mine Park. “Found this little gem on a trail today, and it made my day,” she wrote. Jenille Sluyter went hiking and found seven painted rocks. “Next time I should probably bring a backpack,” she posted. The project seems to reconnect people with their families, their communities and to themselves. The beauty of it is that it’s just a little thing that anyone can do. Curious? Search Globe Rocks on Facebook and join The creative designs on the the fun! rocks can get quite intricate.

The City of Globe adopted the slogan Globe Rocks for their booth at the League of Cities and Towns, where their display was a hit with viewers. They have since hosted rock painting booths at community events such as “Alive After Five” - the Chamber mixer. Courtesy Photo

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