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Hospital merger Banner pledges $25 million upgrade by
Pete Aleshire
roundup editor
The Mogollon Health Alliance, owner of Payson Regional Medical Center, has signed a letter of intent with Banner Health, which operates a national chain of hospitals and clinics. MHA will join Banner Health Systems. Banner will make a major donation to MHA, a long-standing, non-profit charity devoted to improving medical care for Rim Country residents. MHA has also gotten involved in other efforts, including providing backing for the Rim Country Educational Foundation to buy land for a university in Payson. The Mogollon Health Alliance will not renew the 18-year lease with Community Health Systems, a for-profit corporation
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Pine-Strawberry firefighters with help from Payson crews prevented the 20-foot-long flames from a storage shed from engulfing a Pine home on Friday. The owner and his pets escaped safely.
Pine, Payson firefighters save home by
Alexis Bechman
roundup staff reporter
Winds pushed 20-foot flames from a shed into a Pine home Friday morning, but firefighters still managed to save most of the residence. A Pine Strawberry Water Improve ment District employee spotted smoke around 9 a.m. at a home in the 3400 block of Lakeview Drive on the southwest side of Pine. The worker called for help and banged on the home’s front door, alerting the resident, a former Winslow coach, who didn’t know a fire had erupted out back. The fire started in a 50-foot-long lean-to style shed behind the home. Winds from the east blew the flames some 20 feet up against the rear of the home, said Pine-Strawberry Fire Chief Gary Morris. The shed was already fully involved when firefighters arrived and was spreading quickly through the two-story section of the home. While firefighters tried to stop the flames from spreading to the second story, the fire had already gotten up and under the second-story eaves, Morris said.
Working from the inside, firefighters hit the staircase. When the P-S Fire crews ran out of air, Payson firefighters took over the fight. Their combined efforts stopped the fire from getting into the front of the home and some 1,200 square feet. Outside, water tender trucks refilled their tanks at local fire hydrants and ponds so crews were never without a constant flow of water. Crews used
an estimated 10,000 gallons of water, Morris said. No one was injured and two cats and a dog got out safely. It is unclear how the fire started in the shed. The back two-story section of the home has been torn down and the rest of the home boarded up. It is uninhabitable until damage to the electrical panel is repaired.
Teacher shortage hits Rim Country by
Michele Nelson
roundup staff reporter
Around the country, school districts face a crisis — a lack of teachers. No shock to Payson Unified School District Superintendent Greg Wyman. “I’m not surprised by the shortage of teachers — or administrators,” he said. “If you bash education for 30 years … no one wants to go into the field.” In large states such as California THE WEATHER
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and Texas, teaching schools have seen upwards of a 53 percent drop in applications. However, the Association for Super vision and Curriculum Development (http://www.ascd.org) cautions that the problem is more complicated than simply a lack of applicants. The ASCD says that the unwillingness of urban dwellers to move to rural areas, certain geographic areas or low-income school districts has created special problems for districts like Payson, Pine and Tonto Basin. On top of that, retirements and high turnover have created more vacancies. Nor do enough education students specialize in bilingual education, special education or the sciences. All this leads to empty positions in
key school district jobs. Again, not a bombshell piece of news for Wyman. “If I’m a student and making a choice of what I want to be … (and) … all they have heard is what all the problems are, why would they choose education?” Wyman said a culture of bashing teachers and administrators has spun out to affect state budgets. “The budgets from Arizona to around the country send a signal,” he said. Basically, go into another profession if you’d like to provide for your family or get ahead in life. In response, Wyman has a plan for Payson Unified. “We’ve asked informally in February
• See Teacher shortage, page 5A
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that currently operates the hospital. “This step provides an outline to deliver the advanced positive health care outcomes we want in Rim Country,” said Gary Cordell, MHA vice president. Payson Mayor Kenny Evans, the MHA president, expressed appreciation for the contributions of Community Health Systems over the past 18 years in improving health care and stabilizing the financial condition of the hospital. However, he said, “After evaluating our mission and vision for Payson, we believe this board decision represents a powerful and positive step forward for all of Rim Country.” The largest private employer in the state, Banner also operates the med-
• See Mogollon, page 10A
Alliance shakeup Changes could clear way for purchase by
Pete Aleshire
roundup editor
The Payson Town Council on Thursday will likely replace Rim Country Educational Alliance Chairman Mary Kastner whose term is expiring with Payson Town Councilor Su Connell. Meanwhile, two other Alliance board members have resigned from the board established to build a university campus in Payson. The resignations will give the Payson and Star Valley councils a chance to perhaps end the divisions that have stalled the project for the past three months. However, the resignations of Kastner, former state treasurer Dean Martin and former Payson Planning Commissioner Jim Scheidt could also introduce fresh complications in the effort to buy 253 acres of Forest Service land and finalize a deal with Arizona State University or some other university partner. Payson Vice Mayor Michael Hughes in a briskly worded email last week notified Kastner the council would not renew her expiring appointment and would replace her with Connell. Kastner’s replacement evidently stemmed from her support for former SLE Chairman Steve Drury and her rejection of a proposal that would give the separate Rim Country Educational Foundation half interest in the land the Alliance wants to buy from the U.S. Forest Service. The Foundation has raised the money for the project so far, but is a private group. Upon learning of her replacement,
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Payson Councilor Su Connell will replace Rim Country Educational Alliance Chair Mary Kastner, perhaps ending months of deadlock on the university project.
Kastner wrote an email to Tonto National Forest Supervisor Neil Bosworth alerting him to the change in the board membership and raising questions about the land sale procedure. Her email to Bosworth said, in part, “my belief is that if the SLE would agree to simultaneously convey half interest in the FS property to the Foundation (a move I would not accept), the Town Councils of Payson and Star Valley will move to dissolve the SLE and then have total control of the property. In other words, obtain title to the entire parcel through a direct
• See Alliance, page 2A
Woman dies in rollover by
Alexis Bechman
roundup staff reporter
A Show Low woman died Sunday night when she was thrown from her vehicle as it rolled across the Beeline Highway south of Payson. Valerie Rendondo, 45, was heading north into town when a vehicle in front of her hit an elk around 7:30 p.m. at milepost 248. Rendondo swerved to avoid the elk and went into the shoulder. She overcorrected and crossed the northbound lanes and rolled violently across the median, the southbound lanes and into the brush on the west side of the roadway, said a
Payson fire official. Rendondo, who was not wearing a seatbelt, was thrown into the southbound lanes. When firefighters arrived, she was in cardiac arrest. “The guys did everything they could to save her, but she perished on the highway,” the fire official said. The vehicle that originally hit the elk had only minor damages and the driver was uninjured. Emergency officials searched the median and brush, but did not find anyone else that may have been thrown from the woman’s vehicle when it rolled.
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The fishing’s fine in Payson’s Green Valley Park Lakes, although spring doesn’t officially start until Friday. Payson stocks its lakes all winter long. Arizona Game and Fish won’t start stocking streams like Tonto Creek and the East Verde or lakes like Willow Springs and Bear Canyon until April. For tips on fishing for spawning bass on Roosevelt Lake, go to sports on page 8A. Photographer DJ Craig captured this image of a perfect family moment in any season.
Alliance will have new board members From page 1A sale to a private foundation. A month ago, Kenny Evans filed Articles of Organization with the Arizona Corporation Commission to create an LLC for the Foundation. The Mogollon Health Alliance would have a 20 percent or greater interest in the capital and net profits of the RCEF (Foundation). “I know the Forest Service has accepted that the Foundation has nothing but altruistic intentions about the purpose of this land. But, things can change. If you have the ability or desire to include restrictive language in your purchase agreement with the SLE, that may be an avenue you can pursue to ensure the integrity of the project.” Bosworth was not available for comment prior to press time. The Forest Service has just completed a nearly four-year process of approving sale of the land to the Alliance. The latest exchanges come after months of conflict between Drury and both the Foundation and Payson Mayor Kenny Evans, long the driving force behind the university project. Drury and Evans conflicted initially about Drury’s exploration of alternative sites for the proposed 6,000-student university. After a $4.2 million appraisal shifted the focus back to the Forest Service site, Drury raised questions about the Foundation’s plan to move quickly to buy the parcel. He said he feared the Foundation would effectively gain control of the project by owning the land. Mayor Evans told the Roundup he didn’t know Kastner had sent a letter to the Forest Service raising questions about whether Payson planned to dissolve the SLE. However, he categorically denied that he or the Payson or Star Valley councils had any plan to dissolve the SLE. In fact, the resignations of the three board members will effectively give the two town councils a chance to completely change the makeup of the board, potentially removing any lingering disagreements. The U.S. Forest Service cleared the direct sale of the land to the Alliance, established by the
Police arrest couple for brush fire by
Alexis Bechman
roundup staff reporter
The Payson Fire Department mopped up a small brush fire behind Washington Federal Bank Saturday. A witness reportedly saw two transients set the fire around 5 p.m. in the 200 block of South Ponderosa Street. Crews found a 400-square-foot area of brush smoldering, but no flames when they arrived, a fire official said. Police arrested a male and female on charges of camping in town limits and reckless burning.
I know the Forest Service has accepted that the Foundation has nothing but altruistic intentions about the purpose of this land. But, things can change. Mary Kastner
... with the land closing between the (Forest Service) and the Alliance, the Alliance will convey an undivided 1/2 interest to the Foundation, thus insuring our joint working relationship.
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two towns to develop the campus. The backers spent hundreds of thousands on an environmental assessment. They also had to pay for an independent appraisal, which took nearly a year. In December, the Foundation announced a plan to buy the 253-acre Forest Service parcel, reportedly with money advanced by the Mogollon Health Alliance. Both Evans and Connell serve on the MHA board. MHA owns the Payson Regional Medical Center and has sponsored a host of community charities, most of them related to health care. Tonto National Forest officials recently met with backers of the university plan and reportedly said that legally the Forest Service can only sell the property to the Alliance, due to the restrictions of the direct sale process. The Forest Service position upended the Foundation’s previous effort to buy the property directly. The Foundation’s plan called for the purchase of the site, completion of required archaeological work and funding of the pre-development contract to draw up detailed plans for the site and for things like streets, water and sewer. After that meeting, Foundation Chairman Richard Johnson made a counter proposal in an email to Kastner. He said the Foundation would not provide the money for the land unless it retained an interest in the land, which would effectively give the Foundation veto power over anything the Alliance proposed. In addition, Johnson insisted the Alliance cancel its just-concluded development agreement with DCK Global, a development group. The Alliance contract with DCK required the developer to come up with a site plan and infrastructure plan and to help arrange financing to buy the land. It also called for a hefty up-front payment so that DCK could start work. Kastner said she did not believe the Forest Service could sell the land with the conditions Johnson proposed and that the Foundation’s proposal would effectively transfer control of the
project to a private group. In response to a request for comment, Johnson emailed, “I am not prepared to talk about the SLE resignations, and believe that any public debate or speculation about the issue will be a disservice to the university project. “I am aware of the resignation of Dean Martin, and I’m sure his service on the SLE Board is appreciated. I have not been privy, however, to any other resignations or changes to the SLE Board, or for that matter the chairman’s letter, but suspect that such actions are all about saving face and their own perceived authority, rather than an honest assessment of how best to work cooperatively with the RCEF to move the project forward. RCEF remains committed to working with the SLE to accomplish the land purchase and mitigation work, and is anxiously waiting to interact with a newly organized SLE board.” Kastner replied, “The SLE’s authority is not ‘perceived’ it is absolute under AZ State Statutes. Somehow, Richard Johnson, President of the Foundation, believes they have governing rights on SLE business. The Foundation mistakenly thought the same thing when it came to acquiring title to the Forest Service property.” Martin’s resignation letter made no reference to the controversy. Martin’s letter of resignation said, “It has been a great honor to serve on the board for the RCEA these past few years. After much hard work and effort of many dedicated current and former board members and community volunteers we are finally ‘nearing the finish line.’ As much as I wish I could see this project through to the end as an active board member, unfortunately as my businesses have grown, so have the demands on my time. While this is great news personally, it unfortunately means I no longer have the time necessary to give the RCEA board the attention it deserves. I wanted to stay on the board until we have a deal on location and university partner signed and step aside as the next phase of the project began. Unfortunately
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the delays and complications have taken longer than any of us expected. It is time for me to step aside, and let another ‘carry the ball across the line.’' Kastner said she had a “very positive, very encouraging” meeting with representatives from Arizona State University last week. The ASU representatives are continuing to draw up a final “term sheet” for an agreement to build and operate the 6,000-student campus. The terms of the deal with the Alliance guarantee up to $10 million to prevent ASU from suffering an operating loss in the first, 1,000-student phase of the campus. Johnson had previously sent Kastner an email outlining the conditions under which the Foundation would advance the money to buy the land, fund a development agreement, complete the archaeological work and enable the Alliance to sign an agreement with a university partner. “We left the meeting with the FS with the understanding that the most urgent task was to finalize the purchase agreement so that we could proceed with the funding of the mitigation deposit. I would think that should be the focus of your efforts,” Johnson told Kastner. Johnson wrote in a March 5 memo, “The participation requirements of the Foundation are very simple: “1. Simultaneously with the land closing between the FS and the Alliance, the Alliance will convey an undivided 1/2 interest to the Foundation, thus insuring our joint working relationship. “2. The DCK contract as it currently reads precludes that transfer to the Foundation and the Foundation’s voice in the predevelopment work and ultimate selection of the project developer. In addition, the funding of the land purchase is built into the predevelopment cost, a cost that is eliminated under our proposed working relationship. Accordingly, the contract must be terminated and renegotiated after the purchase is consummated. “While I am not proposing to tell you how to run the Alliance, it seems prudent for you to postpone your meeting next week (to pursue other options to buy the land) until it can be reported that the purchase contract has been finalized and the two entities are moving forward to complete the mitigation and thereafter close on the property.” Kastner said the Foundation had no legal authority to own the land or control the project. “The SLE has been financially hampered since its inception. After nearly four years of hearing tens of millions of dollars are committed to this project, I have not seen any of this. I have also asked the Foundation for a donation or loan holding a deed of trust to start up the project and I was firmly rejected by Mr. Johnson. On this project, the Foundation should be a lender or a donor, but not a private owner.” She concluded, “I can’t just do the easy thing, I have to do the right thing.”
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Local author Mark Plets will have a book signing of his new Irish historical novel, “Kelly: a tale of ould Ireland” from 3 p.m. to 6 p.m., Tuesday, March 17, St. Patrick’s Day, at Dimi Espresso, 612 N. Beeline Highway, Payson. There will be raffles, an Irish storyteller, Ceili dancing and more.
Boost computer skills at writers’ meeting
Learn how to use your computer more effectively at a free program presented by Arizona Professional Writers (formerly Arizona Press Women) Wednesday, March 18 at the Payson Public Library, 328 N. McLane Road, Payson. Starting at noon in the community room, the group’s March meeting will feature speaker Ray Baxter, who teaches two computer courses at Gila Community College and is president of the Payson Area Computer Association. Baxter also serves as Director of APCUG, an International Association of Technology and Computer User Groups and provides consulting services. Many people encounter computer problems and find it difficult to keep up with changes in technology. This computer expert will demystify programs, discuss security concerns and offer tips for success in his talk, “Using Your Computer More Effectively.” This event is open to the public, free of charge. For more information, call (928) 468-9269.
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The Tonto Community Concert Association presents the musical review, “Live from Nashville” at 7 p.m., Friday, March 20 at the Payson High School Auditorium. For more information, visit the association website at www.tccarim.org or call (928) 478-4363 or (928) 474-4189.
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Tax returns prepared
Volunteers with AARP Tax Aide will prepare tax returns for those with low to moderate incomes through Wednesday, April 14 at the Payson Elks Lodge, 1206 N. Beeline Highway, on Airport Road, from 8:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m., Mondays and from 9 a.m. to 5:30 p.m., Tuesdays. The service is free, but is only for basic personal income tax returns.
World Hunger Lenten Dinner
Mount Cross Lutheran Church will host a light supper at 5 p.m., Wednesday, March 18 in the Log Building to educate about and support the cause of World Hunger. After the meal there will be a short Lenten Service at 6 p.m. in the new sanctuary. The congregation and church leadership are asking for free will donations to support projects in Arizona and around the world, including micro loans for families to start a small business to support themselves. Mount Cross Lutheran Church is at 601 E. Highway 260, Payson, between Safeway and Giant. For more information, call (928) 474-2552.
Lenten season services Holy Nativity Catholic Church Lenten Bible study: Gospel of St. Mark on Monday afternoons at 4 p.m. through April 6, 1414 N. Easy St. at 5:30 p.m.
Mount Cross Lutheran Church The congregation of Mount Cross
Lutheran Church invites Rim residents to attend mid-week Lenten services during the month of March. Services are held at 6 p.m., each Wednesday, with a supper preceding the service at 5 p.m. Mount Cross is located at 601 E. Highway 260 (across from Tiny’s Restaurant). The suppers are held in the log building on the southeast corner of the campus; the services are held in the newly built sanctuary. After the service, Pastor Ken holds an “Inquiry Class” at 6:30 p.m. in the Ponderosa Room (which can be found to the left of the main doors). Everyone in the community is welcome to attend all or any of the midweek activities. For more information, call the church office at (928) 474-2552.
U.S. Congressman David Schweikert and Arizona Attorney General Mark Brnovich will be the featured guests at the 15th Annual Gila County Lincoln Day Dinner Friday, March 20. Held at the Rim Golf Club, 300 S. Clubhouse Rd., Payson, there will be 6 p.m. cash bar social hour and 7 p.m. prime rib dinner. This is a benefit to raise money to elect conservative Republicans in 2016. Tickets are $ 50 per person and must be purchased by Monday, March 16. Call (928) 951-6774 or (928) 478-8186 to arrange for ticket purchase. The event is sponsored by the Gila County Republican Committee, AZGOP County of the Year.
St. Philip’s St. Philip the Apostle Parish, 511 S. St. Philip St., Payson, invites you to join the congregation in the praying of the Stations of the Cross at 5 p.m. in the Church every Friday throughout Lent. Spanish Stations of the Cross begin at 7 p.m.
Shepherd of the Pines
The Tonto Community Concert Association presents the musical review, “Live from Nashville” at 7 p.m., Friday, March 20 at the Payson High School Auditorium. The program is a Matt Davenport Production and single tickets are $35 if available. Children and students under the age of 18 will be admitted free when accompanied by a ticket-holding adult. For more information, visit the association website at www.tccarim.org or call (928) 478-4363 or (928) 474-4189.
Shepherd of the Pines Lutheran Church, 507 W. Wade Lane, will have Mid-week Lenten Services Wednesday evenings with a potluck soup supper at 5 p.m. and a service at 6 p.m. The theme for the services will be “Calling Us Home.” For more information, call Pastor Steve DeSanto (928) 474-5440 or go online to www.shepherdofthepineslutheran.com.
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Payson United Methodist Church is continuing a Lenten Bible study of Jesus’ “I Am” statements each Thursday through March 26. The study is taking place at the Pizza Factory from 6 p.m. to 7:30 p.m. All are invited to join the congregation in this interesting and meaningful Bible study. The Pizza Factory is located in the Bashas’ Shopping Center.
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At the Mazatzal Casino
The Buckhead Mesa Landfill will coordinate a latex paint recycle day on Saturday, March 28 from 8 a.m. until 1 p.m. for Gila County residents. Bring in leftover latex paint for disposal or recycling to the Gila County Landfill. All unusable paint will be properly disposed of and the good paint will be bulked and distributed. Please read paint can carefully; only latex paint will be accepted at this event. Suggestions for other painting supplies you may wish to dispose of: pop the lid and let oil paints and varnishes dry to a hard substance, as a solid they may be disposed of in small quantities with your household
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Rock of Ages Lutheran Church, 204 W. Airport Rd. will have a soup and dessert supper at 6 p.m. and Lenten services at 7 p.m. Wednesdays. For more information, call Pastor Sweet at 474-2098.
The Pine-Strawberry Fire District monthly fire board meeting is at 6 p.m., Wednesday, March 18 at Fire Station 41, 6198 West Hardscrabble Mesa Rd., Pine. Gila County Sheriff Adam Shepherd will be attending to speak about patrol operations in Pine and Strawberry.
There’s always something happening at the Mazatzal Hotel & Casino, located on Highway 87 at milepost 251. For more information, call 1-800-777-PLAY (7529). • Hogs Gone Off-Roading Ranger & RZR
Registration for summer semester begins March 23 at Gila Community College. Classes begin May 26 and run through June 20. The schedule is available online or at the administrative offices of all GCC campuses.
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At the Library Bookstore
During March the Library Friends of Payson Bookstore is offering a 2-for-1 special on books about gardening, home decorating, home repair, and cooking. This is a great opportunity to spruce up your garden or home and update your recipe file just in time for spring. As always, the second item must be of equal or lesser value than the first. The special on romance paperbacks at 10 for $1 continues through the month as well. The LFOP Bookstore is located to the right of the circulation desk just inside the Payson Public Library, 328 N. McLane Road.
Books wanted
Got books? Rim Country Literacy Program is collecting books. They may be dropped off at any time at the RCLP Office, 103 E. Aero #D, located behind the Pinon Café. There is an outside bin on the porch. No encyclopedias, please. Call (928) 468-7257 for more information. The RCLP office is open from 9 a.m. to noon, Monday through Thursday.
Kiwanis Auction for Youth tickets available
The Kiwanis Club of Zane Grey Country is inviting Rim residents and visitors to get some “Grease.” The group is using the musical “Grease” as the theme of its 20th Annual Kiwanis Auction for Youth. The event is the club’s biggest fund-raiser and is Saturday, April 11 at the Mazatzal Casino banquet hall. Individual tickets are $65 person, or a table for eight can be purchased for $475. Doors open at 5 p.m. for Happy Hour and music, with dinner served at 6 p.m. To make an auction donation and have it picked up, call Bobby Davis at (928) 9784323. To sponsor, contact Michael Clark, past president, at (602) 510-9431 or via e-mail to clarkmb2@gmail.com. Patronship contributions are tax deductible, as are tickets and other donations for the auction.
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Tuesday • Payson Public Library: 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. • Pine Library: 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. • Legendary cowgirl speaks: 1 p.m., Northern Gila County Historical Society hosts Nancy Sheppard a longtime resident who had a career as a rodeo trick roper, even performing in Madison Square Gardens • Book signing at St. Patrick’s celebration: 3 p.m. to 6 p.m., Dimi Espresso with Mark Plets
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• Payson Public Library: 10 a.m. to 8 p.m. • Pine Library: 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. • Rim Country Museum: 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., 700 Green Valley Pkwy. • Boost computer skills in free program at noon at Payson Public Library community room, hosted by Arizona Professional Writers • World Hunger Lenten Dinner: 5 p.m., Mount Cross Lutheran Church Log Building, free will donation • PS Fire Board meets: 6 p.m., Pine
• Payson Public Library: 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. • Pine Library: 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. • Rim Country Museum: 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., 700 Green Valley Pkwy. • Moose Lodge Dinner Special: 5 p.m., Highway 260 in Star Valley
• Payson Public Library: 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. • Pine Library: 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. • Rim Country Museum: 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., 700 Green Valley Pkwy. • Pine/Strawberry Museum: 10 a.m. to 2 p.m., Pine Community Center • American Legion Fish Fry: Noon-8 p.m., American Legion • TCCA presents Live from Nashville: 7 p.m., Payson High School auditorium, $35 single admission, if available
• Pine Library: 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. • Payson Public Library: 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. • Rim Country Museum: 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., 700 Green Valley Pkwy. • Pine/Strawberry Museum: 10 a.m. to 2 p.m., Pine Community Center
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• March 16, 1751: Future President James Madison is born in Virginia. Madison, one of the key drafters of the U.S. Constitution and the Bill of Rights, became America’s fourth president in 1809 and is considered the Father of the Constitution. • March 17, 1905: Future president Franklin Delano Roosevelt weds his fifth cousin once-removed, Eleanor Roosevelt. After losing her mother when she was 8 and her father when she was 10, Eleanor was raised by the extended Roosevelt family. She met her future husband when she was 2 years old and he was 4. • March 18, 1911: Irving Berlin copyrights the biggest pop song of the early 20th century, “Alexander’s Ragtime Band.” The song was easier to play than Joplin’s “The Entertainer,” which encouraged sheet music sales. Those topped 1.5 million copies in the first 18 months. • March 15, 1937: In Chicago, Ill., the first blood bank to preserve blood for transfusion by refrigeration was established at the Cook County Hospital.
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he pending deal between the Mogollon Health Alliance and Banner Health Systems looks like the dose of medicine Rim Country has needed ever since the Great Recession. Although details remain sketchy at this writing, the proposed merger between MHA and the largest medical system in the state could yield enormous benefits. For starters, the deal will provide an endowment for MHA worth millions. At minimum, the arrangement will give MHA plenty of money to jump-start the long-suffering plan to bring a university campus to Payson. Equally important, the money will allow the visionary, public spirited MHA to undertake countless initiatives to bolster this community. Already, MHA provides technology support for the high school, money to bolster training at Gila Community College and efforts to improve medical services at all levels. The endowment the merger generates will dramatically expand the scope of MHA’s work. Moreover, the merger with Banner Health Systems promises to more securely connect medical services in this community with the enormous resources of this health care giant. Already, Banner operates nearly half of the medical facilities in the Valley. Innovative uses of technology and telemedicine could allow Payson doctors to connect to specialists and enable patients to receive far more services through the latest innovations in telemedicine without leaving Payson. Community Health Systems provided a tremendous service to this community by saving the hospital from bankruptcy, bailing local doctors who owned it out of a crushing load of debt and improving services. However, the for-profit hospital chain has also made the hospital one of the most expensive in the state, a tremendous burden for struggling working families in this community with few other options for crucial health care. In any case, Community Health Services lacks the extensive, statewide network and deep connection to the innovative University of Arizona health care system that Banner brings to the table. While the chain has put the hospital back on a solid footing, we suspect that Banner can offer a greater array of services. The merger also brings some intriguing connections to the University of Arizona, whose medical school has for many years focused on rural health care. Like most other communities in rural Arizona, Rim Country has struggled to attract enough doctors and provide access to specialists. The new relationships with both Banner and the U of A promise some intriguing and innovative possibilities. Finally, we hope that the infusion of money into MHA will provide funding for the land purchase and final plans for a university campus. The combination of the infusion of new capital into the region’s health system and finally buying the land for a university will hopefully jump-start the economy of the whole region. Payson’s economy has been on life support long enough. Hopefully, the Banner-MHA merger will provide the jolt of energy needing to get our heart beating once again.
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he Payson Town Council’s decision to not renew the term of Rim Country Educational Alliance Chair Mary Kastner’s term offers a chance for a fresh start on a vital project hampered by needless divisions in recent months. Kastner has worked long and hard on the project, with no recompense and a boundless desire to serve her community. We all depend critically on the willingness of such public spirited citizens to serve, although it means long hours and financial sacrifices, often with more criticism than gratitude from fellow citizens. However, communications and trust have broken down between various factions on the Alliance board. So, a change in the lineup seems the best way to give the project a fresh start. We hope the Payson and Star Valley councils will fill the three empty seats on the board with people who can take the project to the next level, in cooperation with the Mogollon Health Alliance and the Rim Country Educational Foundation. We hope that will simplify the relationships, without a need for a private group with no public accountability to end up on the title for the property. That will only cause complications with the Forest Service. Use the structure already in place, without some dubious work-around.
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Flake misinterprets job Editor: This is an open letter to Senator Jeff Flake: The fact that you are considering voting for Loretta Lynch for attorney general demonstrates your misinterpretation of your job as senator. It also demonstrates a lack of understanding and dedication to the rule of law. You are proceeding on the belief that you personally have a decision to make. You aren’t personally involved. The matter is between Lynch and the Constitution. In a baseball game the referee isn’t there to express his personal desire; he’s there to compare the situation to the rule book. The rule book delivers the decision, not the referee. Remember how often the Republican Party says it believes in the rule of law, not the rule of men. It’s saying it believes the law book, the Constitution, will make the decision. The senator, in this case, is just there to see if the situation meets constitutional law. The Constitution decides it. When Lynch approved President Obama’s amnesty by executive orders, that unconstitutional decision disqualified her. Period. That’s how you should vote: not qualified. The departure from the rule book is destroying America. The way back is for those elected to return to the Constitution; it will make the decisions. The electorate’s job is to be informed and to vote out all those who are elected and depart from the rule book. Down with the rule of men! Long live the rule of law — the rule book — the Constitution! Arden Druce
Barton serving us or hurting us? Whether Brenda Barton has a “God-given right” to carry a gun is unclear. (My Bible doesn’t mention it.) Her bill HB 2320 does affect me and every other taxpayer in Gila County. Her bill would require every court, social service agency and any other public gathering to invest hundreds of thousands of dollars in equipment and staff to ensure the safety of public servants from the possibility of harm from armed, unwanted and unwarranted individuals entering their work space. This bill is a disaster waiting to happen when one concealed carry weapon permit holder thinks the other CCW permit holder looks suspicious and tries to disarm the other. Thereby, endangering all the others in the crossfire. Steve Davis
Gun control laws impose tyranny Reasonable gun control laws that MIGHT prevent a few deaths (notice that nowhere is there any mention of confiscation, secret lists, etc.) are decidedly not “tyranny and oppression.” While “irrational paranoia” is passionate, not near as — let’s say meant to be insulting as the “leftist, statist ...” thing (that is usually thrown down as insulting — also humorous even if unintended) — which is what is exemplified by those who carry assault weapons into restaurants, onto school grounds, and into public buildings — just to make a point by scaring children, parents and confronting law enforcement. I would assume, then — and it is an assumption, given your “charge” that I am that if even one life were saved
by rational gun laws, then it’s not worth it to lose the precious right to open carry the most lethal hardware around, minus any reasonable control by the society. Unless I’ve mis-read, many of the millions of law abiding citizens agree with that bit of trade for a POSSIBLY safer society. I own guns, don’t feel the need to have one on my person at any time, and would gladly give them all up in a heartbeat. Relative the 250 million times a year protecting someone from harm — I guess if you include the military and the PD ... maybe touching reality, not the NRA manufacturer’s corporate stance. Fair enough. Mike DeVirgililo Editor’s note: This letter came from an ongoing conversation about gun control on the Roundup blog. To get in on the conversation, go to paysonroundup. com and click on the tab for the blog.
You all come! Invite your friends “Technology Rising” author Patrick Wood will be the guest speaker at the Payson Tea Party Thursday March 19th, at Tiny’s Restaurant. “Technocracy is antithetical to every American institution that made us the greatest nation on earth. It eschews property rights, obsoletes capitalism, hates politicians and the traditional political structures, and promises a lofty Utopian dream made possible only if engineers, scientists, and technicians are allowed to run society ...” Are we headed for a scientific dictatorship? Join us from 6:00-8:00 p.m. for this intriguing presentation. For more information, call 951-6774 Shirley Dye Payson Tea Party
Vietnam veterans benefits Senators Gillibrand (D-NY) and Daines (R-MT) in bipartisanship March 9, 2015, introduced to the Senate Veterans Affairs Committee Senate Bill S.681 titled The Blue Water Navy Vietnam Veterans Agent Orange Act. The bill is to companion with House Bill HR-969 of the same title. Both bills are important to those veterans who have been ignored for VA benefits ever since 2002. It is beyond comprehension why our legislators continue to ignore this group of veterans who served at sea in the combat waters of the Republic of Vietnam. These Navy veterans were also in harm’s way and were poisoned with the herbicide Agent Orange Dioxin. Tens of thousands at sea have come down with the same diseases as those troops with boots on ground and proven by the Institute of Medicine (IOM) that Dioxin is in fact just as deadly at sea as on land. The IOM investigative report is what Congress and the VA goes by to determine certain benefits for veterans that involve herbicides such as is the case relative to the Vietnam War. These legislative bills are supported by all service military organizations. American people stand up and be counted. Call, write your members of Congress and Senate. Urge them to pass bills HR-969 and S.681. Your voice must be heard to save lives. John J. Bury, US Navy retired, Vietnam veteran
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Tasered twice, but no prison by
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A Star Valley man who resisted arrest prompting officers to Taser him twice, will serve three years of probation with jail time suspended. When officers arrived at Jason Gould’s home on April 1 they reportedly found Gould heavily intoxicated and five people, ages 15-25, hiding in the home. While officers spoke with everyone, Gould, 46, continued to speak very loudly and stood up, although officers told him to quiet down and stay seated, according to a presentencing report. When Gould rose, Payson Police Officer Chris McDonough forced him to sit down. But Gould brought his hands up to chest level as if he was going to fight. Gould then placed his hands on McDonough’s shoulders and attempted to wrestle him. McDonough and Officer Paul
Snyder forced Gould back down onto the couch. As they tried to handcuff him, Gould resisted, yelling and fighting back. The officers Tasered Gould twice. When probation questioned him, Gould admitted he was drunk and uncooperative, but insisted he was trying to protect himself and his dog from the officers. “I have respect for all law enforcement officers and when that line is crossed in this matter I truthfully regret what happened,” Gould wrote the court. Probation reported that Gould has been in and out of jail for 28 years for numerous theft, alcohol and violent crimes. “Although he recognized his actions were wrong, it is more than apparent his behavior in this offense depicts one who has the propensity to be volatile and confrontational, especially toward law enforcement,” a probation officer wrote. Gould was convicted of aggra-
vated DUI in 1997 and burglary in 1987. He has struggled with alcohol abuse since his teens, but has attended counseling regularly to deal with that issue. A counselor said Gould has been sober since July. Gould’s lawyer, Barry Standifird, said Gould has turned the corner and has a new lease on life. He said Gould never intended to assault an officer in April and the whole thing was a misunderstanding. He said even though Gould was flailing on the ground when the officers went to arrest him, he did not intend to strike an officer. Gould said he was sorry for what he had done and that his sobriety is the most important thing. Superior Court Judge Peter Cahill sentenced Gould to three years probation with a 90-day jail sentence suspended.
Teacher shortage hits Payson From page 1A ‘Are you coming back or are you not coming back? Just give us a letter,’” said Wyman. Many teachers have responded for numerous reasons. This squashes rumors that teachers are fleeing the district because they are disgruntled. It also gives the district time to spread the search net earlier, wider and farther. Wyman has received a few letters from teachers in hard-to-fill positions, so the hunt is on. The superintendent does acknowledge, however, that Payson has special needs. “It’s the idea that you want to live in a smaller community that is rural,” said Wyman. He said many people prefer to stay close to where they grew up. Wyman knows this from personal experience. “I had a kid who wanted to get back to Tucson because Tucson is home,” he said. “When you look at the pool of candidates, it always amazes how many stay where they grew up.” The state’s certification process poses another challenge, said Wyman. “It plays into the problem in a couple ways. Let’s say you are a normal teacher that is certified — I have more choices, I’ve got private schools, I’ve got charters, I’ve got online schools … I can find a place to fit my work schedule with my personal schedule,” he said. Yet Payson has lost many good teachers. When asked about those teachers the district has removed
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Payson Unified School District Superintendent Greg Wyman says the national teacher shortage is now affecting Rim Country. through the reduction in force policy, Wyman said it’s easy to forget education is a business. “There’s always concerns about driving people away,” he said. “You can go into any business in America and see the same thing. There will always be changeover due to relationships.” He said his brother works for Freeport-McMoran that sees constant turnover because employees, “couldn’t get along with the boss.” With all of those factors, the Legislature inserts itself as
another problem by mandating more specialized courses. “We have two bills mandating additional courses … I’m not against the civics — but now they want to require kids to have financial planning,” he said. “Doesn’t matter how I’m dividing 180 days, if you add another requirement it’s more resources.” And the Legislature keeps removing those resources. So, Wyman is doing his best, but the bar keeps moving and the coffers keep emptying — leading to an endangered species — the teacher.
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Women’s Wellness Forum tackles stress Speakers to discuss impact of hormones, nutrition, movement and laughter on stress by
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Stress is a fact of life. How an individual handles it is a major factor in their health and well-being. To help Rim Country women the 17th Annual Women’s Wellness Forum focuses on stress and improving skills to cope. The event is Saturday, March 21 at the Mazatzal Hotel & Casino’s event center. It features Dr. Cynthia Booth, Dee McCaffrey, Casandra Stouder and keynote speaker Diana Jordan. Booth is an obstetrician and gynecologist practicing in Payson since 2002. She also has a bachelor’s degree in psychology. She will discuss hormones and stress. Booth is a regular contributor to the educational programs offered through the Women’s Wellness Forum. Her program opens the day’s sessions following welcoming remarks. Her pre-
sentation is scheduled from 8:45 a.m. to 9:30 a.m. McCaffrey, an organic analytical chemist, will discuss stress and nutrition. She has also been a Women’s Wellness Forum speaker in the past, presenting a program on eating to improve health. An author of a series of books and cookbooks on losing weight, McCaffrey successfully lost 100 pounds in a year and has kept it off in the intervening years. Her program is from 9:30 a.m. to 10:15 a.m. Stouder will talk about stress and movement. She is an advocate for health and wellness and works as the coordinator of the diabetes program for the Tonto Apache Tribe and is a trainer at the tribal recreation center. Her program is from 11:15 a.m. to noon. The keynote address, Laughter is the Best Medicine, by comedienne and author Diana Jordan is from noon to 1 p.m. Having entertained more than a million people over 25 years, Jordan came to realize that by making people laugh, she helped them deal with life’s stress, motivated them and taught them what she has learned. Jordan is also a cancer survivor and speaks of her journey to many cancer organizations and events nationwide. An author, her book, “A Wife’s Little Instruction Book – Your Survival Guide to Marriage Without Bloodshed” is a best seller and was featured on Oprah. Winfrey calls Jordan one of the funniest people on the planet. The rest of the day
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Registration starts at 8 a.m. and continues until 8:30 a.m., guests can enjoy snacks and visit vendor tables at this time as well. Welcoming remarks are planned from 8:30 a.m. to 8:45 a.m. There will be a break in the presentations from 10:15 a.m. to 11:15 a.m. for a brunch buffet and another opportunity to visit the vendor tables. The day will close with a raffle from 1 p.m. to 1:30 p.m., winners must be present to collect their prizes. A Healthy Woman event, the cost of the forum is $15 per person. Brochures about the event are available around town and at the Senior Circle, Mogollon Health Alliance and Payson Regional Medical Center. To register return the brochure’s form and a check payable to the Mogollon Health Alliance to MHA, 308 E. Aero Dr., Payson, 85541. The registration material can also be found online at www. mogollonghealthalliance.com. Call MHA at (928) 472-2588 for more information.
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Diana Jordan, comedienne, author and cancer survivor, will be the keynote speaker at the 2015 Women’s Wellness Forum, Saturday, March 21 at the Mazatzal Hotel & Casino bingo hall. Registration is $15 and starts at 8 a.m.
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Tai chi can help reduce falls by elderly by
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Patricia Burns said she began tai chi after middle age brought lower back issues. The gentle movements helped, and she fell in love with the martial art. “I was looking for something to do that was low-impact. This fit the bill, and I started doing it,” she said. Today she’s a tai chi instructor at the Taoist Tai Chi Society’s Scottsdale Center. Wayne Tormala, chief of the Arizona Department of Health Services’ Bureau of Tobacco and Chronic Diseases, said the state needs more tai chi instructors to work with the state’s aging population. Training and certifying more of them is among the goals in the department’s updated Healthy Aging Plan. The reason: Doing tai chi helps prevent fall injuries among the elderly. “We know that falls are among the leading cause of death among people over 65 in Arizona and throughout the U.S.,” he said. According to a study published in the Journal of the American Geriatrics Society, participation in tai chi classes once a week prevented falls in people aged 60 years and older by improving balance. Tormala said it also improves strength and
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confidence. “One of the major concerns in addition to falling is the fear of falling,” he said. “And once you become afraid to fall you become isolated, which brings its own host of problems.” Burns, the instructor, said tai chi helps strengthen the mind by making people focus on the moves and staying in sync with one another. “It’s meditative and it quiets the mind,” she said. Norma Tempel, one of Burns’ students, said she takes classes at the Scottsdale Taoist Tai Chi Center because of the benefits it has for aging. She said it’s also a way to engage in the community. “I go to these classes because it’s a great way to meet and connect with people,” she said. According to a study published in Restorative Neurology and Neuroscience, community engagement can protect cognitive functioning in the aging community. But Tormala said there are only a handful of tai chi instructors to bring these benefits to Arizona’s large aging population. According to the U.S. Census Bureau, about 15 percent of Arizona’s population was over the age of 65 in 2013. “One of our ambitions here is to really increase the certified trainers throughout the
state in all the urban and rural areas and have them be able to train other people,” he said. Tormala said the department is launching a pilot program in the western part of Arizona in late spring to fix any bugs. “If we do some training and get people certified, and we learn as we go, then the next step would be to go statewide,” he said. What is tai chi?
• A set of slow, fluid movements accompanied by deep breathing that sometimes is referred to as moving meditation. • Originated in ancient China as a martial art using exercises that imitate the movements of animals. • Used today as a low-impact exercise and stretch. Tai chi in Payson
Senior Circle: 9 a.m. to 10 a.m., Monday and Thursday, Senior Circle, 215 N. Beeline Hwy., call (928) 472-9290 for details. Tai chi: 9 a.m., Rim Country Health, 807 W. Longhorn Road. The program is especially de signed for seniors 50 or older, but is beneficial for all ages. There is no charge. For details, call (928) 478-6032.
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Outgoing state health director reflects on six years at helm Samantha Incorvaia
changed and saved the lives of countless Arizona citizens,” Brewer said. Humble and the DHS Emergency Medical Services When he took over as director of the Arizona Team collaborated with the University of Arizona Department of Health Services in 2009, Will Humble’s and fire departments and hospitals across the state main focus was “keeping the wheels on” amid deep on a study that found continuous chest compresbudget cuts. sions rather than pausing to administer mouth-toPreparing to leave the post, Humble said his mouth resuscitation far more effective at saving proudest achievements include reforming the way his agency licenses and inspects hospitals, day care lives. The technique, cardiocerebral resuscitation, centers and more, helping change the recommended became the standard for first responders in Arizona response to cardiac arrest and improving the behav- and some other states. “That really changed the way the whole country ioral health system. does CPR,” he said. “We changed the practice on “Some of the biggest and most important accomboth bystander training and paramedic training in plishments are the response when they things that nobody’s see a cardiac arrest.” heard of,” he told One of Humble’s Cronkite News in an priorities was changinterview. ing the way DHS regEssential to that, ulates health care Humble said, was and behavioral health turning to stakeholdfacilities in Arizona, ers with diverse perincluding hospitals, spectives, such as outpatient treatment skilled nurses, assistfacilities, assisted-lived-living caretakers ing centers, midwives, and policymakers, to nursing homes, child help him make decicare facilities and sions. group homes. “It’s a really He and others at important thing to the agency spent two have different points Cronkite News photo by Samantha Incorvaia years talking with of view and to have stakeholders with the people on your team Will Humble, former director of the Arizona regulated groups and that think different- Department of Health Services. pored over the existly,” he said. “If there’s no diversity in your workplace, you end up having a ing regulations before announcing a regulatory reform initiative in 2013. monochromatic view of the world.” The new rules start with minimum standards but Humble’s departure ends two decades with DHS, where he started as an environmental program spe- require operators to come up with additional policialist. He announced his resignation in February, cies and procedures, ways to measure the outcomes saying he came to the conclusion that he’d been in of patients and residents and plans for adjusting how things are done to improve outcomes. the post long enough. “It was such a grind but was really worth it He said he didn’t anticipate becoming the director before he was chosen by former Gov. Janet because in the end we’ve got regulations that actuNapolitano. At the time he was deputy director over- ally encourage innovation and are tied to outcomes,” he said. seeing the Division of Public Health. Humble, who said he hopes to continue workHumble said he thought at the time that the job came with the governor, but he remained in the post ing in the health field, said he hopes his successor when Gov. Jan Brewer took over for Napolitano. understands the importance of communicating with Incoming Gov. Doug Ducey announced that he want- the public, something he did through a popular blog. He also hopes his successor will continue and ed Humble to stay on. In a statement, Brewer called Humble a “trans- build on initiatives he and his team created. “What’s important is our mission,” Humble said. formative leader” who worked tirelessly to improve public health. “This agency isn’t about a single person. It’s about “Will’s service to the people of Arizona has our team and about our mission.” by
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Organic food – Designer shoes – Worth the cost? I rarely venture into Nordstrom’s, but I found Unlike the health benefit studies, the soil studmyself at the ritzy department store looking for ies spanned 15 years. a black, closed-toe concert shoe for my youngest Organic farmers rotate crops and add animal daughter. manure and compost to the soil. Did you know Jimmy Choo plain black pumps The Iowa study found that soil from organic cost more than $500? farming had up to 40 percent more biologically Why? I can buy a plain black active soil critters, more carbon, nitrogen, potassium, phospair of pumps for under $30. phorus and calcium with lower Is it just for the label, or are The acidity. Jimmy Choo’s really worth it? Healthy Even better, the organic soil Which brings us, oddly held more water and had better enough to organic food. Walking filtration. This increased the into Whole Foods, I know I’ll organic farm’s ability to withspend more than double what by Michele Nelson stand drought or heavy rainI pay elsewhere, but is it worth fall and other extreme weather it? I mean an apple is an apple and black pumps events — all while increasing yields. So, if you’re concerned with helping the enviare black pumps, right? Now, food snobs swear that organic foods have ronment, organics are the way to go. Not sure if Jimmy Choo’s would have the same superior nutritional value — like label snobs say result. Jimmy Choo’s just feel better. Many suggest a compromise with the organic But do they? Now, I have a firm opinion on black pumps, but thing. Only buy the organic version of fruits and the organic versus the conventionally grown apple veggies when you’re going to eat the skin — which is where all the pesticides end up. eludes me. So think organic when it comes to apples, A meta-study done by Stanford University revealed some surprising results. Stanford strawberries, potatoes, peppers and lettuce — researchers compared hundreds of studies on the plus a whole host of others. So, I can be selective when choosing my organic health benefits of eating organic versus conventionally grown fruits and vegetables, but found foods, just as with black pumps. no significant difference between the two when it Thing is, I’d rather save the money I’d spend on comes to short-term health benefits or nutritional Jimmy Choo’s for my select group of organic fruits value. and veggies. Really? That surprised me. So, if I tried on a Dr. Andrew Weil’s list of must buy organic foods: pair of Jimmy Choo’s, maybe I’d be surprised, too. The study did find that eating organic foods Apples exposes people to fewer pesticides. Moreover, Strawberries the Stanford researchers also admitted no study Grapes covered a time period longer than two years. So Celery despite the conclusion the organic foods offer no Peaches more nutrition in the short term, it’s still possible Spinach those pesticide residues will make a difference in Sweet bell peppers the long term. Unfortunately, the long-term studNectarines ies take decades and cost millions. Cucumbers The Stanford study did conclude that people Cherry tomatoes say they prefer the taste of organic foods. Snap peas But here’s what struck me: organic farming Potatoes practices improve the soil and promote sustainHot peppers able agriculture. Blueberries Which leads to an Iowa State University study that proves organic farming has soil-building benFrom: http://www.drweil.com/drw/u/ART02985/ efits. Foods-You-Should-Always-Buy-Organic.html
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MHA health career scholarship applications due Mogollon Health Alliance is now accepting applications for its Human Health Career Scholarships. These scholarships are given to applicants residing in northern Gila County and who are pursuing careers in various health care fields. Awards will be given at the discretion of
the MHA Auxiliary Scholarship Committee. Applications and information may be obtained from the MHA office at 308 E. Aero Drive, (928) 472-2588. Applications are also available at the following locations: Gila Community College, Payson High School, Payson Center for Success, and the
Payson Roundup. Those interested can also download them at the website by visiting www.mogollonhealthalliance.com. The deadline for application submissions for the fall semester is Tuesday, March 31, 2015. For more information, call (928) 472-2588.
Mogollon Health Alliance calendar for March and April Friday, March 20, 8 a.m. to 2 p.m. — MHA Arts & Crafts Lobby Sale at PRMC Main Lobby Saturday, March 21, 8 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. — 17th Annual Women’s Wellness Forum, Mazatzal Hotel
& Casino bingo hall Tuesday, March 31 — deadline to submit applications for the Mogollon Health Alliance scholarships
Monday, April 6, 9 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. — $1 Bag Sale at Almost New Thrift Shop, 304 E. Aero Tuesday, April 28, 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. — Paula’s Bags & More Sale at PRMC Main Lobby
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Payson Roundup LOCAL Tuesday, March 17, 2015
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Stampeding Longhorns trample Cougars 11-0 The Division 3 softball rankings don’t debut until April 1, but Payson is making a strong case for the No. 1 spot when they finally are released. Arissa Paulson went 3-for-4 with two home runs and threw a one-hit shutout with 11 strikeouts as Payson’s softball team beat host Show Low 11-0 in a five-inning mercy on Thursday. Anilese Hayes and Becky Bauer both went 2-for-3 at the plate as the Longhorns pounded out nine hits in improving to 10-1 overall and 3-0 in power points games heading into today’s 4 p.m. game against Fountain Hills, which kicks off a weeklong homestand. It marked Payson’s seventh shutout. The Horns have outscored opponents 104-9 overall, including 26-0 in power points games, which are
the only games that figure in the rankings. The Longhorns’ only loss was a 3-1 setback against Tucson Empire in the season-opening Wickenburg Wrangler Classic. “Another strong performance by the entire team,” said head coach Curtis Johnson after the Show Low game, the eighth time this season that the Longhorns have ended a game early. Payson hosts Cottonwood Mingus at 6 p.m. on Thursday in a rematch of the season opener in Cottonwood that the Longhorns won 10-0 in five innings on March 5, and entertains 19 other teams in the 11th Annual Gracie Haught Classic on Friday and Saturday. This week’s Rim Review, which comes out Wednesday, is a special edition devoted to the tournament.
At left, Payton Petersen (left) and Sadie Dunman hug in the dugout during Thursday’s 5-0 win over Camp Verde on Thursday. At right, Arissa Paulson, shown here batting against Camp Verde, belted two home runs among her three hits at Show Low on Thursday. She also fired a one-hit shutout with 11 strikeouts to improve to 6-1 in the circle. Photos by Keith Morris/Roundup
Payson track teams quick off the starting blocks
Photo courtesy of DJ Craig
Matt Davis takes the baton from Gerardo Moceri in the 4x800 in Saturday’s Scottsdale Horizon Husky Invitational. That relay turned in the fourth-fastest time (8:56.25) by a Division 3 school this season.
PHS Sports Schedule Tuesday, March 17 Golf Payson at Snowflake, 12 p.m. Baseball Fountain Hills at Payson, 4 p.m. Softball Fountain Hills at Payson, 4 p.m. Wednesday, March 18 Baseball Payson at Snowflake, 3:30 p.m. Track Payson at Sedona Friendship Meet Thursday, March 19 Softball Cottonwood Mingus at Payson, 6 p.m. Friday, March 20 Softball Gracie Haught Classic Track Payson at Chandler Rotary Saturday, March 21 Softball Gracie Haught Classic Track Payson at Chandler Rotary
Only one Division 3 team finished in front of Payson’s boys track and field team in Saturday’s 21-team Scottsdale Horizon Husky Invitational, which featured some of the largest schools in the state. Sedona Red Rock with 24 points finished 10th and the Longhorns 13th (15) in the meet, won by Division 1 Corona del Sol (134.5). Every other school scoring more points than Payson was from Div. 1 or 2. The Longhorn girls team finished 18th. Braden Hancock finished second in the long jump by soaring 20 feet 10.5 inches, the fourth-best performance by a Division 3 athlete this season. Only Sandra Day O’Connor’s Frederic Wagner topped him with a 21-3 effort. Trevor Clawson placed fifth in the 400 in 52.14 after running 50.93 in the preliminary heat, which ranks as the second-fastest D3 time this season. He also ranks second in the 200 (23.44). Bowen Sweeney finished eighth (5-8) in the high jump. Payson finished seventh in the 4x100 relay in 45.39 and ninth in the 4x400 (3:46.13) and ninth in the 4x800 in 8:56.25, which is the fourth-fastest time in D3 this season. The Longhorns are ranked No. 1 in the state in D3 in the 4x400 thanks to a 3:36.07 clocking a week earlier in Queen Creek. The Longhorn girls placed seventh in the 4x800 (11:23.57). Payson’s boys scored 15 points. Corona del Sol won the boys meet with 134.5
Division 3 boys rankings 100 – 3. Wyatt Chapman 11.30 200 – 2. Trevor Clawson 23.44 400 – 2. Trevor Clawson 50.93, 5. Spencer Herrera 52.87 1,600 – 8. Gerardo Moceri 4:46.70 3,200 – 7. Gerardo Moceri 10:32.12 4x100 – 3. (44.82) Chaz Davis, Bowen Sweeney, Trevor Clawson, Wyatt Chapman 4x400 – 1. (3:36.07) Spencer Herrera, Matt Davis, Baden Hancock, Trevor Clawson 4x800 – 4. (8:56.25) Spencer Herrera, Christian Mann, Gerardo Moceri, Matt Davis Discus – 9. Korben White 117-8 Long jump – 4. Braden Hancock 20-10.5
Division 3 girls rankings 100 – 10. Rachel Knauer 13.38 200 – 4. Rachel Knauer 27.12 400 – 4. Rachel Knauer 63.67 4x400 – 6. (4:32.18) Rachel Knauer, Delaynee Bowman, Shay England, Abby Greenleaf 4x800 – 7. (11:23.57) Mckyla McCrary, Megan Porter, MacKenzie Mann, Kandace Baez
points and Cactus Shadows claimed the girls title with 110. The Longhorns participate in the Friendship Meet at Sedona Red Rock High on Wednesday and the Chandler Rotary Open at Chandler on Friday and Saturday.
Errors doom PHS baseball in 9-8 loss delivered an RBI “This was a single. tough game against Future Longhorn Baseball Camp “Offensively, a rival team that The Future Longhorn Baseball Camp scheduled for I like where the we pretty much had 10 a.m. to 2 p.m., Thursday, March 19 is open to boys top of our order won,” said Payson and girls in the third-eighth grades. The fee is $25 and is at,” Young said. High baseball includes a camp T-shirt and lunch with the team. T-shirt “They are doing a coach Brian Young. sizes are not guaranteed for those who signed up after lot of damage and “It left us with a March 9. Campers receive instruction from the Payson helping us out. We feeling of giving High School varsity players and coaches. Register at need some guys away a game.” paysonrimcountry.com or at the Parks & Recreation that are hitting in The Longhorns Office at 1000 W. Country Club Drive. Call (928) 474-5242 the bottom four committed seven ext. 7 for more information. spots to start to errors in a 9-8 step up with a little loss at Show Low bit more.” on Thursday in a Young said his pitchers weren’t the problem game they led 6-3 and 8-7. “The problem was defense,” Young said. “We against the Cougars. “Our pitchers are doing a fine job of getting can’t run from the mistakes we made. Seven errors just isn’t acceptable in varsity baseball balls put into play that can become outs and then games. Guys on the field have the ability, but we we are doing a poor job of converting outs,” the just aren’t converting outs. It will be the focus of skipper said. “The pitchers are doing everything our practice sessions this week. It is tough to beat we ask and we just aren’t helping them out. I feel anybody when you make seven errors, especially terrible for our pitchers.” Despite the team’s .500 mark in non-tournato try to win a road game on a cold night versus a ment games, the coach drew some comfort from rival team.” Payson, which fell to 2-2 in power points games, the last few games. “The good news is that it isn’t a talent or ability scored two runs in the first, second, fourth and issue,” Young said. “We are right on par with pretfifth innings. Ruben Estrada led the eight-hit Payson attack ty much every team we have lost to. Now we have with a 3-for-5 performance, which included a dou- to look at how hard are we willing to work to fix ble, a triple, a stolen base and four runs. Hunter these mistakes. I believe our guys will step up and Paul was 2-for-3 with two RBIs and a pair of steals, show the pride they have.” and Taran Sarnowski went 2-for-3 with a double The Longhorns look to bounce back at home and a triple and drove in a run. Carl Adcock sin- against Fountain Hills today at 4 p.m. (JV at 1:30). gled, walked and drove in three runs. Ryan Ricke They play at Snowflake on Wednesday.
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Jake Beeler delivers a pitch in Payson’s thrilling 8-7 win over Camp Verde on March 10, but after winning two consecutive one-run games the Longhorns dropped a 9-8 decision at Show Low on Thursday.
Heavy post-spawning feeding means great fishing on tap at Roosevelt Good morning Rim Country anglers. hot spots this past week. The reaction bite Perfect fishing conditions were in place rim country is still catching good numbers. These baits for Roosevelt Lake this past week. The fishing report include spinner-baits, chatter-baits, crankwater level rose to 48 percent full and the baits, Zoom Super Flukes, and four-to-sixtemperatures were in the low to mid 60s in inch paddle tail swim baits by Reaction the backs of coves. Innovation. Bass are spawning in big numbers while A drop shot technique in 15 to 20 feet others remain in a pre-spawn stage. depths using a six-inch Roboworm in a Added this week is the post-spawn fishMorning Dawn color produced good results ing pattern. Spawning bass guard beds this past week on major points. rather than feed, so as soon as the spawn More good news for crappie anglers: The ends, those bass begin to feed heavily to James male crappie have moved shallow and are recover from the spawning activity. just starting to build beds in preparation Goughnour All bass reported caught this past week for the spawn. Anglers reported catching were in 20 feet or less of water depth and male crappie right next to brush in five feet the main points that lead to spawning areas were of water.
The male crappie change color during the spawn, which can be seen now and eventually they become a beautiful black color with emerald green and blue spots. A two-inch grub tail on a 1/4 ounce jig head hook was reported successful. Look for crappie fishing to improve for the next three to four weeks as the spawning activity increases. The Arizona Game and Fish Department winter trout stockings have ended for most of the lower level lakes in the state. Green Valley Lake in Payson will be stocked again this week and those stockings will continue through April. Also starting in April, trout stockings of the Rim lakes and streams are planned to begin as part
of the AZGFD summer trout stocking program. Weather could be a factor for Rim trout stockings, so check the latest data on AZGFD.gov. The Mogollon Sporting Association banquet will be held this year at the Mazatzal Hotel and Casino on May 2. If you haven’t purchased tickets to this banquet and auction event, give me a call. The MSA funds many local events related to our youth and also contributes to wildlife conservation within Rim Country. For tickets or to make a tax deductible donation, call (928) 468-0263. Have a great week of fishing and I hope see you on the water. James Goughnour owns Rim Country Custom Rods.
Payson Roundup LOCAL Tuesday, March 17, 2015
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WEATHERREPORT Forecast by the National Weather Service
A little longing for the old days & ways Happy St Patrick’s Day! The date is in observation of the death of St. Patrick, patron saint of Ireland, who is credited with introducing Christianity to Ireland. It is also a celebration of Irish heritage and culture observed by non-Irish as well as those of Celtic ancestry. Celebrations include wear- Carol Zebb ing of the Roundup columnist green, which harks back to the 1680s when the green harp flag was adopted by the Irish Catholic Confederation. Shamrocks are also worn or displayed in tribute to St. Patrick using the three-leafed plant to explain the Holy Trinity to the pagan Irish. (Source: Wikipedia) Although Payson, which is known for its fabulous parades, does not hold a St. Patrick’s Day Parade, you can still don your brightest green outfit and head out to one of our many fine dining places, some of which are featuring Irish cuisine today. Do you remember life without computers? Television? Smart phones? FAX machines? How different things have become in our lifetimes! I remember starting my writing career at 16 when I was elected editor of our high school newsletter. The text was written on a manual typewriter (no electric typewriters in those days), reproduced on a mimeograph machine, which was a sticky and smelly process. If more than one page (which was unlikely as I went to high school in a small, northern Wisconsin town where the most important dates of the school year were homecoming, the annual school play, opening day of deer hunting season and graduation) the two or more newsletter pages were stapled together by hand. A brief explanation of opening day of
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Modern technology can be a challenge for some seniors. It makes one long for the good old days when things were more simple.
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73/44 Wednesday
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65/43 Thursday
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62/40 Friday
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deer hunting season: boys were excused from classes so they could hunt with other male members of the family and I remember writing about those among our classmates who bagged a deer. Back in those days, few girls and women hunted. Many tables were supplemented with venison during hunting season (and some before and after season), so it was vital to have as many qualified hunters as possible. To return to modern technology, it is getting to the point where one needs a doctorate just to function. Examples: senior friends of mine recently bought a new car, but they found it so confusing they went back to driving their old one. Next example: I was visiting my daughter and son-in-law in Chandler last week. They have a flat screen, wall-mounted television with a remote control that has 44 buttons for different functions (yes, I counted them!) — I was terrified to use it for fear of blowing up the TV. All I need on my control are three buttons: on/off, channel and mute. There is much to be said for today’s tech-
nology, but often I wish for the simple life of years ago. Payson Center
Anne James entertained with Irish music this morning in the Center Dining Room, 514 W. Main St. If you like ballroom dancing, you will want to be at the Center for a ballroom dance beginning at 6:30 p.m., Saturday, March 21. Music will be performed by Hawkeye Swing Band. Donations will be accepted. For more information, call (928) 474-4876.
L PRECIP. 28 38 32 32 34 34 45 40 36 34 39
Precipitation 2015 thru today 5.00 30-year Average through Dec. 22.08
Mar. 2015 1.05 Mar. Average 2.36
Average Payson Precipitation from the office of the State Climatologist at Arizona State University.
PAYSON POLLEN COUNT FORECAST Tuesday
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10.9 9.8 9.6 10.1 Dominant pollen: Mulberry, Ash, Juniper High: Pollen levels between 9.7 and 12.0 tend to affect most individuals who suffer from the pollen types of the season. Symptoms may become more severe during days with high pollen levels. Medium: Pollen levels between 7.3 and 9.6 will likely cause symptoms for many individuals who suffer from allergies to the predominant pollen types of the season. Pollen levels between 0 and 7.2 tend to affect very few individuals among the Low: allergy-suffering public. Source: pollen.com
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The Payson Public Library Bookstore, is having a two-for-one sale of all cooking, gardening, home decorating and home repair books in March. Paperback romances are priced at 10 for $1. The store is located inside the Library at 328 N. McLane Rd. Think about it: Some minds are like concrete: Thoroughly mixed up and permanently set.
O B I T U A R I E S (1955-2015)
Robert Louis Wilcox, 59, went to be with the Lord on March 12, 2015. He is a loved husband, father of two and grandfather of four. He was preceded in death by his father, Louis Wilcox; mother, Arlene J. Wilcox and mother- and fatherin-law, Edwardo and Sally Montoya. His is survived by his wife, Audrey Wilcox; sons, Robbie and Ryan Wilcox; their wives, Diana and Ashley Wilcox; and four grandchildren, Isaiah, Hailey, Haiden and Arianna. Robert was born on April 30, 1955 in Alamogordo, N.M. He was the third born in a family of six. Oldest brother, Jerry Wilcox followed by only sister, Julie Foshie, and three younger brothers, in order David, Curtis, and Wesley Wilcox. relocated to Robert Farmington, N.M., in his teen years, which is where he met his soulmate and life partner for more than 40 years, Audrey Wilcox. They married in 1974 and relocated to North Carolina while Robert served four years in the 82nd Airborne Division of the U.S. Army. After service, they returned to New Mexico where he raised his family as an IBEW Union Electrician for 25 years. Robert made one last move in 2001, when he brought his family to Payson to open his own electric company, Wilcox Electric, which has enjoyed the most wonderful cus-
tomers from 2001 until 2015. Through his business, Robert became a contributing individual to local sports teams at recreation through high school level. He had a special affinity for especially his own grandchildren. Following a series of heart attacks in 2006 and 2009, he took a backseat in business and turned focus to a decade of rivers, skate parks, ball fields, pools and anywhere else he could create memories with his grandchildren. He will be dearly missed by all who had the pleasure of knowing him. The Wilcox family in closing would like to say that we are comforted in Robert’s passing knowing that he has gone to be with the Lord, the Jesus he spent five decades talking about. Thank you for your service to your country and to your Lord, Robert Louis Wilcox, and may you finally rest easy, good and faithful servant. You finished the race strong! Contact Robbie Wilcox at (928) 595-2291 for questions or well wishes. There is a Robert Wilcox memorial fund set up at Chase Bank under Audrey Wilcox for those who feel moved to give. A Celebration of Life Service will be held at 11 a.m., Saturday, March 21 at Julia Randall Elementary Gym and will be officiated by Todd Poer.
Jerry Don Alexander (2015)
Jerry Don Alexander, 65, peacefully transitioned to be with the Lord on March 13, 2015. He joins his lovely daughter, Anna; and is survived by his wife, Marilyn; sister, Jody; and brother, Henry. He is also survived by his children, Todd, Greg (Cindy), Troy, Brandy; granddaughter, Desiree (Stephen); 14 grandchildren and
nine great-grandchildren. Jerry was an avid outdoorsman who enjoyed camping, hunting and fishing with his family and friends. His memorial service will be held at 2 p.m., Tuesday, March 17 at Lamplighter Hall, 3933 E. Highway 260 in Star Valley, Ariz.
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Marian Louise Keffer (1938-2015)
Marian Keffer, 76, passed away peacefully on March 8, 2015 after losing her battle with cancer. Marian was born in Safford, Ariz. on May 10, 1938, and moved to Payson in 1969, with her husband, Vernon (deceased); and her children, Thomas (Tom), Terri and Robert (Bob). She worked at Broken Bow Gas and then United Utilities in Payson, for many years. Then, with her husband and eldest son, Tom, opened their family business, Vern’s Heating and Cooling. She was well known and respected in the community. Late 1999, they sold the business and Marian stayed home to take care of her sick husband. After Vernon died in 2005, she went to work at Walmart as a cashier until her health forced
her to retire. Marian loved music and led the choir at her church. Marian was diagnosed with cancer in 2009, but being the strong person that she was, by the end of the year Marian was in full remission. She remained an active member of her church until she was diagnosed with cancer again in November of 2014. Unfortunately, this time she was not strong enough and was called to be with the Lord. She will be greatly missed by all her family and friends but her memory will live forever. A memorial service will be held at 11 a.m., Saturday, March 21, 2015 at the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, located at 913 S. Ponderosa St., Payson.
William F. Seibert (1933-2015)
William F. Seibert, 81, died on March 12, 2015 at home. He was born in the Bronx in New York. He served in the Army in Korea from 1952 to 1954. He married his wife of 60 years, Mathilde, on Jan. 11, 1955 in Richmond Hill, N.Y. and is survived by his sisters, Margaret Corso, Calif. and Theresa Schneider, N.Y. as well as sister-in-law, Margaret Seibert, N.Y., and numerous cousins, niec-
es and nephews. He was preceded in death by his parents, Martin and Gertrude Seibert; brothers, Martin Jr. and Matthew. He worked mostly in food warehousing, but retired from Chaparral Pines Golf Course. He was an Arizona resident since 1978. He moved to Payson in 1998. A funeral mass will be held at St. Philips Catholic Church at 11 a.m., Wednesday, March 18, 2015.
Harry William Duchene (1928-2015)
Harry Duchene, born Jan. 22, 1928, was called back to his Lord on Friday, Feb. 27, 2015 in Salt Lake City, Utah. You will be missed by all of us left behind.
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Celebration of Life and Memorial There will be a Celebration of Life and Memorial for Barbara Jett from 1 p.m. to 4 p.m., Saturday, March 28 at 9627 W. Gibson Ranch Rd., Payson.
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Mogollon Health Alliance plans merger From page 1A ical center and other facilities for the University of Arizona. The deal reportedly includes a payment to Community Health Systems to compensate the national health care chain for improvements made to the hospital in the past 18 years. In addition, Banner has promised to make at least $25 million in additional improvements to the hospital, which has won national awards for quality of care, but also ranks as one of the most expensive hospitals in the state for some procedures. Banner has operated a clinic near the hospital in Payson for 20 years. Becky Kuhn, executive vice president for community delivery at Banner Health, said “We will look forward to an opportunity to grow our presence in Payson, and bring the benefits of our infrastructure of innovative clinical care and technology to this region.” Banner has scored as a top performing health system based on data compiled by Truven Health Analytics (formerly Thomson Reuters). The analysis found higher survival rates and fewer complications systemwide than comparable hospitals. Banner officials said it would extend job offers to all qualified staff now working at the hospital and work to avoid any interruption of services. The deal will turn MHA into a major charitable foundation, with a hefty endowment to support community causes — including the crusade to build a university campus in Payson. Reportedly, MHA is considering fronting some $4.64 million to buy a 253-acre Forest Service parcel as a site for a university. The arrangement will bring to an end MHA’s ownership of the largest medical facility in Gila County. The community group took over the doctor-owned hospital 18 years ago in exchange for extinguishing the nearly $15 million liabilities the doctors had incurred. MHA contracted with Community Health Systems to take over the deficit-ridden hospital on an 18-year prepaid lease. The hospital has made a major, financial turnaround. The CHS contract gave it the first right of refusal should MHA decide to sell rather than lease the facility. Although the chain has put
the hospital on solid financial footing, recruited doctors to the community and launched various community health initiatives, it has remained one of the most expensive hospitals in the country. Several other hospital operators courted MHA with promises to address community concerns. For instance, MHA was concerned about replacing the dozen or so doctors that have left the community and was anxious to develop an expanded telemedicine system in the region, so that patients and local doctors could engage in realtime consultations with specialists elsewhere. The system could connect Rim Country patients to specialized care for things like heart surgery and complex diseases while minimizing the need to travel to specialists. The alliance with Banner Health Systems also brings a connection to the University of Arizona, which recently struck a deal to let Banner take over its huge health care network in return for major investments and the assumption of debt. The University of Arizona has focused on such care and on improving care in traditionally underserved rural areas. Gila County qualifies as a medically underserved area, with shortages of not only specialists but dangerous shortages of primary care doctors like pediatricians and obstetricians. MHA has pushed aggressively for federal grants to offer telemedicine services in the region. The alliance with Banner Health Systems, with its deep connections to the University of Arizona, could boost that effort. The press release announcing the agreement stressed that Banner had pledged to add services, including telehealth services. “It is Banner’s intent to keep Payson patients in this community for care whenever possible, using advanced technology to bring specialty care to us,” according to the release. Banner Health Systems only recently became the state’s largest health system and private employer with the takeover of the University of Arizona health care system. The university system including one of the leading heart transplant programs in the nation was suffering a $66 million loss on revenues of $1.3 billion. That coupled with reduced
and uncertain state funding for education, prompted the U of A to accept an offer from Banner to pay off $146 million in accumulated debt, provide $500 million for capital projects over the next five years and create a $300 million endowment to fund clinical research, according to a Feb. 26 article on the merger published in Modern Healthcare. Banner operates 25 hospitals in seven states and also commands 43 percent of the market in Phoenix. With the U of A merger, an estimated 82 percent of the state’s population will live within range of a Banner facility. Community Health Systems reportedly bid for an extension of its lease or a chance to buy the hospital outright. However, MHA board members determined that it was in the community’s best interest to not approve the lease extension, despite the major improvements in the hospital’s capabilities and financial stability under CHS’s direction. The hospital offers an array of services including cardiology, general surgery, internal medicine, plastic surgery, pulmonology, orthopedics, oncology and other specialties. The hospital also offers a full range of imaging and diagnostic tools, including MRIs, telemedicine, nuclear medicine, X-rays and others. However, even basic services like X-rays cost far more locally than in the Valley. The deal will ultimately give Banner control of the major source of medical care in the region, without direct ownership of the hospital by MHA as per the terms of the current lease. On the other hand, the deal will also turn MHA into a major foundation, with an enormously increased ability to fund local health initiatives. The deal will likely provide a new, solid source of support for the effort to build a university campus in Payson, since it will give MHA plenty of money to buy the property and move the project forward, as the Rim Country Educational Foundation and the Rim Country Educational Alliance come to terms with the U.S. Forest Service on the details of the sales process.
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Payson Regional Medical Center will soon change hands. Banner Health Systems will donate millions to the Mogollon Health Alliance and invest $25 million in facility upgrades. The precise terms of the merger have not yet been released.
GCC quest dealt setback by
Michele Nelson
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Gila Community College finds itself in a Catch 22 in its quest for accreditation and independence, the board learned at its March 12 meeting. In order to proceed with the Higher Learning Commission, the college must hire a chief executive officer and a chief academic officer. Yet state cuts to community college funding preclude any ability to hire more staff. “We can’t justify the expense of a CEO or CAO,” said board member Gerald McCreary. McCreary has taken on the responsibility of shepherding
through the accreditation. He reported to the board that he and Senior Dean Stephen Cullen will see if GCC can move forward with board members filling those positions. Another stumbling block, not enough registered students. McCreary said the Higher Learning Commission has returned the packet of information the college sent saying it would be better to have all requirements included prior to sending in the packet. “They did send our packet back, saying, ‘Our policy is to return it or act on it,’” said McCreary. “Dr. Sweeney told us it would be better to send it completed.”
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An Exultation of Egrets
Grief and joy mingle in the shallows of Green Valley Lake by
Pete Aleshire
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The egret stands motionless among the reeds in Green Valley Lake, waiting with infinite patience for a reckless trout to swim within range of its dagger beak. I watch at a distance, breathless with memory. Then I close my eyes, breathing in the smell of the water, the reeds, the sun in the shallows. I can almost hear the shallow breathing of my father, for the fluid that accumulated in his abdomen from the metastasized colon cancer made him breathless at the end. Nonetheless, after each chemotherapy session, I drove him slowly from the doctor’s office to sit and watch the birds in the long light at the end of the day. I remember the last time he had the strength to go out to the water. He shuffled to the spot where I unfolded the beach chair so he could sit with his binoculars and watch the birds. On that last day, we watched an exultation of egrets, which is what you call a flock of the blindingly white birds. They shone in the light of the setting sun, glowing like angels. My father sat in perfect peace, watching their precise, careful movements, when they moved at all. They could stand in perfect stillness, not wanting to alarm the foolish fish. I think he came to love the birds so much because he had learned that same stillness from the cancer, after a life of energy and purpose. In the end, his chief joy came down to this moment of stillness and beauty, in the space of grace he savored before the useless cancer drugs debilitated him again.
I stood behind his chair, after each weekly appointment, heartbroken and grateful for the light and the egret and my dwindling time with him. I stood behind him so he would not see the tears that made their way down my cheeks, salty as the ocean. The other day, photographer DJ Craig sent us some wonderful photographs of egrets and herons and eagles plying their ancient trade in the waters of the Green Valley lakes. I could hardly look at them for the tears, although my father has been gone now for 15 years. Dad would have loved those photographs. He spent his life as a city manager, ran San Diego County and a host of cities, a busy, deeply efficient workaholic. But after he retired, he came to love birds. He even took to drawing them — crude, joyful, careful renderings. James Audubon also drew egrets — and every other sort of bird. He founded the Audubon society in an effort to save the Great Egret and the Snowy Egret, driven to the brink of extinction because ladies of a certain class would pay whatever they must for egret plumes to decorate their hats. The extraordinary feathers egrets grew to attract a mate nearly proved fatal to a species with a lineage that went back to the dinosaurs. Several sets of astonishing discoveries about birds have dramatically deepened our knowledge of evolution, the means by which creation’s miracles proliferate. One set of studies looked at a host of fossil remains going back 230 million years, to the time of the archosaur ancestors who gave rise to dinosaurs, birds and crocodiles.
Photographer DJ Craig captured these remarkable images of Great Egrets, with their distinctive orange bills and black legs, at Green Valley Lake. He also took the picture of the Great Blue Heron below with a huge trout. A recent massive analysis of the genes of every major bird group found that water birds like these essentially arose from three different lines in the great burst of bird evolution that took place after the mass extinction 66 million years ago that killed off all their other dinosaur relatives except the crocodiles. Birds now come in 10,000 different species.
The researchers from an array of universities publishing in a number of scientific journals examined a database of fossils involving 152 carnivorous, two-legged dinosaurs. These creatures gave rise to the terrible Tyrannosaurus Rex, the three surviving species of crocodiles and all the 10,000 species of modern birds. The scientists hoped to answer a compelling question: How did the ponderous dinosaurs give rise to creatures with hollow bones, feathers and the great gift of flight? Previous studies had focused on the small, feathered archaeopteryx, which lived 150 million years ago and has been credited as the ancestor of modern birds. But this massive study across many fossil species found an 80-million-yearlong trail of evolutionary change leading to archaeopteryx. Many different,
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CLUBS AND ORGANIZATIONS Moose Lodge events The Loyal Order of the Moose meetings are at 6 p.m. the second and fourth Tuesday of each month. The Women of the Moose meet at 5:30 p.m. the first and third Tuesday of each month. The lodge has a Thursday Fish Fry from 5 p.m. to 6:30 p.m. and weekly dinner specials are available. Also, on the second, third, and fourth Thursday Diana Marie provides music from 5:30 p.m. to 7:30 p.m. The lodge is open to members and their guests. The Moose Lodge is located on E. Hwy. 260 in Star Valley. For more information, call (928) 474-6212.
Masonic Lodge The Sy Harrison Masonic Lodge #70, located at 200 E. Rancho Road in Payson, meets every Tuesday at 7 p.m.
For more information, go online to www.paysonmason.org or contact Bill Herzig, secretary, at (928) 474-1305 or (928) 951-2662.
Rim Country 4 Wheelers
Members of the Rim Country 4 Wheelers (RC4W) invite anyone interested in four-wheel-drive back road travel to join them at 9 a.m. Wednesdays (until March) in the Bashas’ shopping center parking lot in front of the Big 5 store. The route and destination may be prescheduled or may be decided on the spot; the level of difficulty may range from easy to moderate. Saturday trips are also scheduled at least once a month and are usually decided on at the previous month’s meeting. For all trips, have a full tank of gas, lunch, and a lawn chair. For more information, visit the Web site at www.rimcountry4wheelers.com or call RC4W President Chuck Jacobs at (928) 595-0967.
International Police Association
The International Police Association (I.P.A. Region 61 Northern AZ) meets for breakfast at Mazatzal Casino Restaurant at 9 a.m. every Wednesday. All honorably retired law enforcement and active law enforcement personnel are welcome. For more information, call Michelle Dyer at (928) 970-0247 or go online to www.ip_usa.org.
Boost computer skills
Learn how to use your computer more effectively at a free program presented by Arizona Professional Writers (formerly Arizona Press Women) Wednesday, March 18, at the Payson Public Library, 328 N. McLane Road, Payson. Starting at noon in the community room, the group’s March meeting will feature speaker Ray Baxter,
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who teaches two computer courses at Gila Community College and is president of the Payson Area Computer Association. Baxter serves as director of APCUG, an International Association of Technology and Computer User Groups. He also provides consulting services. Many people encounter computer problems and find it difficult to keep up with changes in technology. This computer expert will demystify programs, discuss security concerns and offer tips for success in his talk, “Using Your Computer More Effectively”. This event is open to the public, free of charge. For more information, call (928) 468-9269.
Special Needs Family Support Group
The Special Needs Family Support Group luncheons are at noon the third Wednesday of each month at a different restaurant each month. Call Lucy Karrys or Jacquelin Karrys at (928) 478-0231 for details (please leave a message).
Soroptimists
The local Soroptimist club invites all women who are interested in working with and for the community to improve the status of women to join members for lunch at Tiny’s, 600 E. Highway 260, Payson, at noon Wednesdays. Anyone interested should contact Jean Oliver, (928) 474-6167; or Audrey Wilson. (928) 468-3108.
Alzheimer’s caregivers support groups
The Alzheimer’s Caregivers Support Group invites caregivers, families, service providers and members of the community to attend any or all of the following: • First and third Wednesdays of the month from 1:30 p.m. to 3 p.m. at the Senior Center. For more details, call Mary, (928) 474-3560. The Payson Senior Center is located at 514 W. Main St.
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Winners at bridge for Wednesday, March 11 were: Wanda Sitz and Phon Sutton, first; Sherry Proctor and Myrtle Warter, second; Ruth and George Aucott, third. For information and reservations, call Kay Hutchinson at (928) 474-0287.
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The Ladies of St. Paul’s Episcopal Church, represented by Peggy Campbell (left), recently presented a $350 donation to Edna Welsheimer, executive director of Time Out, Inc. It is one of several local charities supported by the Episcopal Ladies’ group. Time Out offers comprehensive domestic violence services. Their crisis line is accessible 24 hours day at (928) 472-8007. Donations for this important community service may be sent to Time Out, P.O. Box 306, Payson, AZ 85547 or made online with a credit card on the website: http://timeoutshelter.org/. All donations are tax deductible and qualify for the Arizona tax credit for the Working Poor.
Members have group trail rides throughout Gila County for every level of rider (beginners to advanced). Everyone is encouraged to join and learn about all the great mountain biking trails Payson and the surrounding area has to offer. For more information or questions, please call (928) 478-6203.
Democratic Club of Northern Gila County
Are you wondering what our State Legislature is up to? The Democratic Club of Northern Gila County hosts Barbara Lubin, communications director of the State Democratic Party, at 6 p.m., Wednesday, March 18 at the Payson Public Library meeting room. Refreshments will be served. If you have any questions, please call Chris Tilley at (928) 468-9669.
A buffet lunch will be available following the program. After the lunch, at approximately 1 p.m., there will be a tour of the Goat Camp Ruin site. The ongoing-excavation site tour will be lead by archaeologist Scott Wood. Participants will caravan to the site, which is approximately one mile away. Guests are welcome. Members invite Rim residents and visitors to come join their celebration recognizing the month of March as the official Arizona Archaeology Month.
Payson Cougars Senior Softball Team
If you are age 60 or older and are wondering what to do with your old softball glove and bat and want some fun and exercise, come join the Payson Cougars men’s senior softball team. Practices are at the Kiwanis fields in Rumsey Park at 12:30 p.m., Archaeological Society Monday and Tuesday. For more A lot is happening this month. information, call team manager Lou Guest presenter Dr. David Wilcox Felix at (928) 970-1991 or visit the will speak on “Changing Patterns website at: paysoncougars.com. of Resistance and Conflict in WestCentral Arizona, A.D. 1100-1425” at 10 a.m., Saturday, March 21 at SRP Retirees the Fellowship Hall of the Church The Rim Community SRP Retiree of the Holy Nativity, at the cor- Group is having an organizationner of Easy Street and Bradley, in al get-together from 11 a.m. to 3 Payson. There will also be a dis- p.m., Saturday, May 2 at Rumsey play of authentic Hopi Kachinas; Park’s Ramada 3. Retirees are invitand a continuous slide presentation, ed to bring their family, friends, during lunch, of the recent trip to preferred beverages and an appeChaco Canyon, N.M. Along with the tizer to share. Have questions? Call cash to be won, an additional prize Craig Solomon (928) 476-2335, Ric of a “Sun Face” katchina doll will be Stephenson (480) 323-6933, Chuck awarded to the lucky winner of the Thompson (928) 951-6827, or Jerry Button (928) 970-0895. 50/50 raffle.
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A tasty triumph The Payson High School Culinary Club, partnered with Gerardo’s Firewood Café took home the Best of the Best trophy for the second year in a row at the annual A Taste of Rim Country chefs’ competition. The group served Balsamic Beef Sliders and Italian Sausage Sliders on Homemade Brioche Bread and iced vanilla gelatto dessert. Cocktail Cheesecakes, operated by Jeff and Ana Gutowski, won the Best Sweet entry, with their collection of unique cheesecake flavors, including Jeff’s newly created “Death by Chocolate.” The Randall House was awarded Best Savory entry, with owner Barbara O’Connor’s new takeout homemade Pot Roast. The Payson Public Library was the setting for the contest Saturday, March 7, hosted by the Library Friends of Payson, Inc.
Lucky ticket-holders to the sold-out event tasted the offerings of 11 area chefs, restaurateurs, and caterers: Creekside Steakhouse; Dimi Espresso; Zane Grey Country Barbecue & Great Pizza at Kohl’s Ranch; Mazatzal Hotel & Casino; Miss Fitz 260 Cafe; Payson High School Culinary Club, mentored by Gerardo Moceri of Gerardo’s Firewood Cafe; Native Grill & Wings; Sal & Teresa’s; The Randall House; The Sweet Shoppe; and Cocktail Cheesecakes. Each guest voted on their favorite Sweet and favorite Savory entries, and for the winner of the coveted Best of the Best trophy. All participating chefs received a bottle of wine (non-alcoholic for the Culinary Club) and a gift book. The evening featured a complimentary wine-tasting table, silent auction of donated fine
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The winners of this year’s A Taste of Rim Country library fundraiser celebrated recognition of top local chefs. First place went to the Payson High School Culinary Club and Gerardo’s Firewood Cafe (top). Best dessert went to Jeff and Ana Gutowski of Cocktail Cheesecakes (right) and The Randall House (above) won “Best Savory” entry. art, jewelry and more, and a cash 50-50 raffle, with all proceeds benefiting the Payson Public Library. The event set a record in proceeds, with more than $15,000 gross receipts. The 50-50 cash
raffle winner generously donated his winnings back to the library. Library Director Emily Linkey spoke briefly, introducing her staff and thanking the community for its unwavering support.
The money will be used for the library’s monthly new book purchases and to support services and programs not included in its regular budget. The Library Friends of
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Town of Payson Water Infrastructure Specialist KU SOXV H[FHOOHQW EHQHĂ€WV Obtain job description and required application by calling (928) 474-5242 x207; pick one up at Town Hall; or download at www.paysonaz.gov. Human Resources, 303 N Beeline Hwy, Payson, AZ 85541, must receive applications no later than 4PM MST, 03/26/15. EOE
MERCHANDISE ANIMALS $200 REWARD for return of my black-and-white border collie Zodi, who ran off after my auto accident outside Payson on 11-5-14. Has microchip and ID tags. Call John Calhoun, 970-221-5672. Alfalfa Hay & Bermuda for Sale! 3 String Bales, 928-978-7604
PAYSON To apply online visit www.mcarizona.com Order: 10073824 Cust: -Gila County Personnel Keywords: Weekly 3x3 art#: 20123738 Class: General Size: 3.00 X 3.00 Lube Specialist
Beautiful Ceramic Figurines 50% Off or More, Final (ALL MUST GO) Close-Out! Call 928-472-9807
GROOMING by Lorraine
Professional since 1975 Experience from Denver, CO Southern, CA & Chandler, AZ Vet Recommended Formerly of AE Pets For Appointment call 928-970-2484
FIrewood, Oak and Juniper, call for prices, FIrewise and Landscaping. 928-970-0132.
True Treadmill, Model 4-Z, Weighs 20 between 200-300 pounds, $300. 928-951-3436
Don’t delay... Adopt a Cat TODAY! PAYSON HUMANE SOCIETY 812 S. McLane - 474-5590
Property Appraiser I Legal Secretary
Payson:
Part-time Deputy Constable Juvenile Detention Officer WIC Nutritionist Legal Secretary Senior Permit Technician
Gila County Sheriff’s Office Positions Sheriff J. Adam Shepherd Globe and Payson
911 Dispatcher • Detention Officer • Deputy Sheriff • Public Health Nurse (Jail) 911 System Coordinator** • Temporary Accounting Clerk Specialist Gila County is an equal opportunity employer
Applications and salary information available at: www.gilacountyaz.gov **indicates position covers Globe and Payson
2013 Honda CRV, EXL, 2-WD Drive, Basque Red, 22K Miles, Moon Roof, Leather Seats, Back-up TV, Paint Protection, Security Alarm, All Season Matts on the floor, $19,500. 928-474-5940 or 928-951-6033 Cell
RVS 1999 Class “A� 28’ Motor Home, One Owner, Very Clean, Low Mileage, No Slide Outs, Call 928-300-6779
The Payson Roundup and PaysonRoundup.com, an award-winning newspaper and website serving the mountain communities of the “Rim Countryâ€? including Payson, Pine, Strawberry, Star Valley and Tonto Basin, is searching for an account representative to join its advertising team. We’re seeking a motivated individual who has prior sales experience. Advertising and/or Digital Ăƒ>Â?iĂƒ L>VÂŽ}Ă€ÂœĂ•Â˜` ÂˆĂƒ > `iwÂ˜ÂˆĂŒi ÂŤÂ?Ă•ĂƒÂ° /Â…ÂˆĂƒ ÂˆĂƒ > }Ă€i>ĂŒ opportunity for someone who thrives in a team environment that inspires creativity and rewards a job well done. We offer a competitive base salary plus commissions (with no ceiling) and bonuses. We offer a full VÂœÂ“ÂŤÂ?ˆ“iÂ˜ĂŒ Âœv Li˜iwĂŒĂƒ ˆ˜VÂ?Ă•`ˆ˜}] “i`ˆV>Â?] `iÂ˜ĂŒ>Â? and 401K, and a great working environment. This is your opportunity to be a part of an excellent company, live in an outstanding 5000-foot elevation Â“ÂœĂ•Â˜ĂŒ>ˆ˜ VÂœÂ“Â“Ă•Â˜ÂˆĂŒĂž] ĂžiĂŒ Â…>Ă›i ĂŒÂ…i Li˜iwĂŒ Âœv > “>Â?ÂœĂ€ metro market only 1.5 hours away. This position availability will not last long, so act today. To apply, email your cover letter, resumĂŠ and salary requirements to: Roundup Publisher, John Naughton at jnaughton@payson.com.
PAYSON ROUNDUP
PT Medical Front office postion. Please send resumes to: Payson Roundup Newspaper 708 N. Beeline Hwy Payson, AZ 85541
CONSTRUCTION
Class “A� 2005 Holiday Rambler M-30PDD, Admiral, Gasoline, V10, 30’6�, 25,600 Miles, Queen Bed/2 Slides, Lots of Storage, New Batteries, New step motor, Stear Safe Unit, Shade Pro Cover + More, $39,800. 928-472-6542
Must have valid drivers license. Please send resume to main@teepeecontractors.com. Questions - call 520-836-8513
EDUCATION
PARK & $ELL WINTERIZING & REPAIRS
Town of Payson Parks, Recreation and Tourism Part-Time/Temporary/Seasonal Various Positions, Mostly Seaking weekends and/or Weeknights * Softball Field Prep * Youth/Adult Sports Officials & Rec Leaders * Event Center Laborers * Special Events laborer Must be 15 years or older Pick up applications at Parks and Recreation Office 1000 W. Country Club Dr. Payson, AZ
928-468-2026
3 Piece Oak Bedroom Set, California King, Includes: Complete Bed, Linens, Blanket, Dresser and Amour, Asking $550. 928-468-8320 Call evenings White Love Seat, Reversible, SW Pillows, $75. Navy Blue Laz-e-Boy Recliner, $25. Early American Dresser w/Mirror, $150. Call 928-978-7978
TRACTORS 1948 Ford Tractor Model 8-N w/Gannon Box, Runs Great, $3500.Firm 928-474-6016 or 928-517-1182 Cell
MECHANICAL Experienced Technician Wanted, Great Pay, Benefits, FT Employment, 928-474-4234 or send resume to: fta931@flecherstire.com
SERVICES Health Insurance
www.cancerbenefits.com Call 800-414-4328.
“BEST PRICES IN TOWN AND FRIENDLY SERVICE� Tree-Trimming, Brush Removal with Hauling Service ALSO SELL FIREWOOD
928-951-6590 928-978-5473 RESTAURANT EQUIPMENT REPAIR Ovens, Walk-Ins, A/Cs, Electrical, Plumbing,
928-468-2026 THE BLIND DOCTOR Broken Blinds? Saggy Shades? Droopy Drapes? WE CAN FIX THAT! Dani 928-595-2968 BLINDS & DESIGNS Repairs, Sales, Shade Screens & More!
Tractor, 2009 Montana Diesel w/6’ Bucket, 6’ Gannon, 4x4, Shuttle Shift, Model 2740, 230 Hours, Excellent Condition, In Payson, $13,500.obo Bill 928-830-0055
TRUCKS
ESTATE SALES Estate Sale, 514 W. Laredo Loop, Sat. March 21 from 8am to 4pm & Sun. March 22 from 8am to 12pm: Rain or Shine, All Contents and Furniture Must Go! No Early Birds
GARAGE SALES 306 E. Springdale Dr., Fri. March 20 from 1pm to 6pm & Sat. March 21 from 7am to 6pm: Computer Stuff, Rocks & Minerals, DVD’s, Tools, Antiques and much More!
MOVING SALES MOVING SALE 1201 N. Arrowhead Dr., Sat. March 21 from 8am to 1pm; “TOOLS� “TOOLS� “TOOLS�: All Kinds, Power, Hand, Garden, You Name It and it will be there!
YARD SALES 2000 N. Fredanovich Circle’s BIG, BAD, BEST, STREET & YARDSALE! Fri. & Sat. March 20 & 21 from 7am to 3pm: We got Tools, Furniture, Baby & Children Stuff, Stained Glass Supplies and Much Much More! Moving Sale: 107 N Mogollon Trail, Fri. & Sat. March 20 & 21 from 8am to 2pm; NO EARLY BIRDS: Furniture, Designer Clothing, Handbags, Household Items and Much More!
AUTOS/VEHICLES ATVS 2007 Polaris Ranger, 4x4, 700 EFI, 700 Miles, Low Hour Leter, Like New $7500.Firm 928-474-6016 or 928-517-1182 Cell
BOATS
2009 Lowe 14’ Fishing Boat, w/7.5 Merc 2 Stroke Motor, Trailer,Trolling Motor & Batteries,Many Extras Included, 2nd Owner,Only been in water 6-times,Excellent Condition. Asking $4,800.obo 928-951-5466
Program provided by Pinal Gila Community Child Services is 100% federally funded. EOE.
GENERAL
Medicare Plans (all types) Affordable Care Act Life • Dental Long-term Care
Paralegal/Legal Asst. Experienced paralegal needed for fast-paced civil litigation practice. Organized self-starter with 5+ years of litigation exper, med malp a plus. Strong attn to detail. Send resume to 113 E. Frontier, Payson 85541 or email terri@lloydlawaz.com
The Chaparral Pines Community Association is seeking an energetic, conscientious, and detail oriented individual part-time for our fast paced office. We want a team player who enjoys providing top quality customer service and takes pride in their work. Candidates must have their high school diploma and should be proficient in MicroSoft Office suite, internet-based programs, and be able to manage multiple tasks efficiently. General office skills are a must. Please send resume and salary requirements to melissar@ogdenre.com, fax to (928) 472-9072 or personally deliver to the Chaparral Pines Security gatehouse located on Chaparral Pines Drive.
CLERICAL/OFFICE Medical Billing Specialist
Medical Billing Specialist Using coded data to produce & submit claims to insurance companies; work directly with insurance companies; review and appealing unpaid and denied claims; general VMĂ„JL WYVJLK\YLZ Experience preferred; email your resume to UHUJ`Z'YPTJV\U[Y`OLHS[O JVT Or pick up an application at 807 West Longhorn, Payson, 5V WOVUL JHSSZ WSLHZL
Order: 10074789 Cust: -Payson Senior Apartments CMB G Keywords: Now Accepting Applications Must possess 6 months experience as a livestock worker, and provide one letter of referart#: ence20125072 to that experience from previous employer. Must be able to lift 50 pounds. Dates of Class: Apartments For Rent need: 05/01/2015 to 12/01/2015. One temporary position opening. $875.00 per month plus Size: 2.00 2.00 housing andX food. Returning workers may be offered longevity pay and/or production bonus.
LIVESTOCK WORKER
Signed contract may be required. Live in mobile camp or bunkhouse. 3/4 work guarantee. Must be able to ride a horse and repair fences. On call 24 / 7. All work tools and equipment provided. Transportation and subsistence expenses to the worker will be provided or paid by the employer upon completion of 50% of the work contract. Feeds and waters livestock on range or at ranch headquarters. Trails livestock from pasture to pasture, examines animals for diseases and injuries, vaccination of livestock, and applies medications and insect sprays, delivery of offspring, branding or identification marks and castration of livestock. Cleans and repairs stalls. Maintain ranch buildings and equipment. Assist with irrigating, planting, cultivating and harvesting hay for livestock.
AUGUST GEORGE NICOLAS / MONTROSE COUNTY, COLORADO Call Craig Workforce Center, (970) 824-3246 or contact your nearest State Workforce Center. Refer to order #CO6079446
COMPLETE YARD & GARDEN CLEANUPS, DEBRIS REMOVED, REASONABLE; PAYSON LIC. 928-474-5932 Cell 928-951-3734 not.lic.contr.
landscape services-pick up 2014 Yard Maintenance Ć” Clean Ups Weeds Ć” Trimming Ć” Hauling
928-951-0859 FREE Estimates/SENIOR Discounts
2)) Your 1st Service 2))
Mario & Mario Landscaping and Masonry Complete Landscaping & Irrigation, Tree Service and Removal. Rock, Retaining Walls, Block Fencing Walls, Wrought Iron Fences. Flagstone & Concrete Driveways, Pavers and Sidewalks. Licensed, Bonded and Insured. Home Maitenance Available. Call 928-282-3118 Mention this add and get 10% Off!
OakLeaf Yardworks Yard Maintenance Minor landscaping and tree trimming. All work affordable. Call:Dennis 928-595-0477 not a licensed contractor
LEGAL SERVICES
www.TomRUSSELLinsurance.com 928-474-1233 Since 1994 - Behind Fargo’s Steakhouse
Debco Construction
New Homes,Remodels,Decks, Painting, Garages, Wood/Tile Floors, Affordable Prices, Don 928-978-1996, Lic. & Bonded, Res. Lic.#ROC185345 Commercial Lic.#ROC182282 In Payson Area 35 years Chaparral Pines Golf Club Needs: FT Seasonal Assist. Maintenance Help, ASAP w/Experience in Repairs, Plumbing and Electrical, $10.p/h. Pick-up Application at Security Gate
FT Maintenance/Laborer, Seasonal Position $10hr. Must have AZ DL/Apply in person: The Rim Golf Community Association 904 S. Beeline HWY Suite B NO PHONE CALLS PERMITTED
Help Wanted
Southwest Behavioral H EALTH S ERVICES
Seeking Solutions, Creating Change
Southwest Behavioral Health invites you to leverage your talents in a way that inspires others to feel better and reach their potential. We currently have the following full-time opportunities to join our Aero Outpatient Clinic teams in Payson: DEDICATED RECOVERY COACH & FAMILY COACH Bachelor’s degree with 1-2 years’ FT behavioral health experience preferred.
RECOVERY SUPPORT SPECIALIST High School Diploma/GED w/college level coursework required. Associate’s degree preferred. Experience with substance abuse, mentally ill and/or general mental health required. Enjoy competitive salaries and great benefits at one of Arizona’s largest behavioral health service providers.
HANDYMAN DHW Home Services Decks/Porches Sheds Drywall Texture Matching Paint Remodeling 928-595-1555 Credit Cards Accepted not a licensed contractor
Don’s Handyman Home Repairs, Mobile Home Roofs, Backhoe Work, Drains, Driveway, Landscaping, Yardwork Tree Trimming, Hauling, Rototilling. 928-478-6139
HOMES FOR SALE
Beautiful: 3400sf Custom Home on a 1/2 Acre + Lot. Owner is a Contractor & has Totally Remodeled this Home. Loads of Upgrades. A Gourmet Chefs Kitchen w/Extra Cabinets & Counter Space. Two Master Bedrooms & Wonderful Game Room, Full Workshop w/Utilities & Extra Storage, RV Gates w/Extra Parking, Come View & Enjoy the Tall Pine Trees & From your front & Rear Decks, Inside has Spacious & Open Floor Plan...You Will Not Be Disabppointed!!! Call for Apt: 928-978-1385 HOME INSPECTIONS AZ and ASHI Certified Home Inspector 14 years Experience Payson License #PO0049 www.inspectaz.com Dan Harris 928-970-1187
MANUFACTURED HOMES FOR SALE F.S.B.O. Corner Lot w/Mountain View, Deer Creek, 3Br/2Ba, 26x52 Manufactured Home, $120,000. Call for Apt. 928-474-0638 or 602-689-8937
Tile,Carpet and Wood Installer 35 years Exp. Repairs/Drywall/Custom Showers Local References if needed Realters Welcome 928-951-2823
55+Park,Bonita & St.Phillips #39, 2Br/2Ba, Fully Furnished, Enclosed Patio, Covered Parking, Nice Fenced Yard, Storage, New Washer/Dryer, Move-in-Ready, $24,900. 928-978-2658
HAULING Home Repair Lawn Care Hauling CD 2014
HOME REPAIRS
Lawn Care
HAULING
MOBILES FOR SALE
Foreclosures: 30 Homes, both New and PreOwned to Choose From, Free Delivery, Call Bronco Homes, 1-800-487-0712 Park Model w/18’x15’ add on in Star Valley 55+. Like new. Great Views. Open House Sat 11-4. 480-258-1929 REPOS: 2, 3, & 4 Bedrooms, Starting from $9,989. Call Bronco Homes: 1-800-487-0712
Diversified Services IOWA BOY - HONEST, DEPENDABLE
RENTALS
JOE - 970-1873
APARTMENTS FOR RENT
(Inexpensive) Not a Licensed Contractor
HOME SERVICES
1100 Sq.Ft 2BDR/2BA Apartment In Central Payson, Central Heating and A/C, F/P., Washer/Dryer Hookup $700.p/m, 480-326-7203 or 480-926-9024
Call The Cheaper Sweeper
Call The Cheaper Sweeper You’ve tried the rest, now try the best!
Windows to Walls, Baseboards to Ceiling Fans WE CLEAN IT ALL!
Call The Cheaper Sweeper for a free estimate: (928) 472-9897
Drug screen required EOE
Needed: Experienced Part-Time Bather/Brusher, Call 468-1914
REAL ESTATE
JIMMY’S ALLTRADES Residential Repairs Since 1993 FREE ESTIMATES Plumbing, Electrical, Sun Screens, Dryer Vent Cleaning, Gutters Cleaned 928-474-6482 not licensed
Gift Certificates Available
Apply online at www.sbhservices.org Email to: jenelt@sbhservices.org Or call: 602-351-6901
Living Trusts Wills/Living Wills Powers of Attorney Deeds Patty Rockwell 928-476-6539
R.W.P. CARPENTRY & REMODELING: Quality Additions, Cabinet Installation, Decks, Finnish Work, Painting, Drywall, Etc.20yrs Experience, Licensed & Bonded ROC200461, Payson B/L#PH9305, Call Robin 1-928-595-1816
Part-Time Admin Assistant
PART-TIME ADMINISTRATIVE ASSISTANT
10% Off Your Full Cleanup!
AZ Certified Legal Document Preparer / Paralegal AZCLDP #81438
CONSTRUCTION
EMPLOYMENT ADMINISTRATIVE/ PROFESSIONAL
IRIS GARDEN SERVICE
Turning 65? We’re the LOCAL Pros!
1997 F-250 4x4, 4Dr, Ladder Rack and Tool Box, Good Work Truck, $7500.obo Call Dale 928-358-2477
Mindy & Lucas, I have your Keepsakes, 928-474-8301
YARD SALES/ AUCTIONS
Lead Teacher Payson
Specialists
Apply today at www.applitrack.com/ pgccs/Onlineapp
*CANCER CASES*
BACKHOE SERVICE AND YARD CLEANING
Now accepting applications for:
40 weeks per year/ 40 hours per week Wages start at $11.34 per hour
MISCELLANEOUS
20 ft. and 40 ft.: Shipping Containters, 928-537-3257
HEAD START Come join a WINNING TEAM!
LANDSCAPING
Quality Work‌Affordable Prices!
MISCELLANEOUS
NEW & USED UTILITY TRAILERS
PERSONALS
ADVERTISING SALES POSITION AVAILABLE
Payson Tire & Automotive is looking for an Energetic, Friendly, Customer service, Focused Person; who can work in a Fast Pace Office, and Home Office as an Office Assistant, 25-30hrs.per/week, needs to know Quick Book, and Anything else relating to managing an office. Contact Felicia Moore at 928-476-5440.
GENERAL
Tuesday & Friday 1x3 CD
FURNITURE
One Female Mini Pincher Puppy. born 7/7/14, Tail Docked, $100. for info call 928-970-0244 leave message or 928-468-2288.
CLERICAL/OFFICE
Laborers & Operators
FITNESS EQUIPMENT
LOST: Butch is a Bay Gelding that was lost in the wilderness near Polles Mesa on 3/15/15. He could possibly show up the in the Camp Verde, Pine, Strawberry, Fossil Creek, Verde River, Chiles, or Camp Verde areas. Please keep your eyes open. This horse belongs to a sweet 3-year-old boy. Please contact the Brown Family: 928-978-2551
CARS 2004 Chevy Impala, Great Shape, All Records since new, $6500.obo 928-474-6016 or 918-517-1182 Cell
FIREWOOD
FULL MIXED CORD $195: Alligator, Red Heart and Utah Full Cord Alligator Juniper $225. Split and Delivered, 928-472-7077 or 951-5123/Cell
Globe cont’d:
Public Health Nurse Juvenile Detention Officer Community Health Specialist Courtroom Clerk Technician Temp. Treasurer Services Asst. Justice Court Clerk Justice Court Clerk Associate Road Maintenance/Equipment Operator
COLLECTIBLE ITEMS
Polish Pottery, Fenton Glass, Sun Purple Glass Available at Pine Country Antiques in Pine, 4078 Highway 87, 928-476-2219
Gila County Career Opportunities Globe:
Gas Dryer, Like New $160. 928-978-1103
Polish Pottery, Fenton Glass, Sun Purple Glass Available at Pine Country Antiques in Pine, 4078 Highway 87, 928-476-2219
Join our friendly Team
Please pick-up an application and learn of the opportunities available at your McDonald’s today.
20� propane range White TAPPAN 20� free-standing Range & Oven with pilot-less ignition. In excellent condition, appx. 4 yrs old. $250. 602-908-2521
Dog Nail Clipping in the comfort and convenience of your home by Tracy. Local professional groomer of 24 years. $12.00 928-978-4959
Order: 10073430 Cust: -McDonalds Keywords: Help Wanted art#: 20123185 Class: General Size: 2.00 X 4.00
McDonald’s invites you to join our professional, friendly and dedicated team. McDonald’s is committed to outstanding customer service, people development and professional growth. The McDonald’s Team offers Part-Time and Full Time employment with wages starting at $8.10 per hour. Flexible hours, training, advancement opportunities, management development, employee retirement benefits, insurance, performance reviews and raises, and many other benefits. McDonald’s rewards outstanding performance.
APPLIANCES
MISSING YOUR DRY CLEANER? Call me to do your Ironing and Alterations 928.978.5240 Very Reasonable
Apartment For Rent
Now Renting!
Canal Senior Apartments 807 S. Westerly Road Payson, AZ 85541 INCOME RESTRICTIONS APPLY Independent, vibrant living located off Historic Main Street and just down the road from Senior Center. Home-like setting and big smiles from our professional staff. We offer spacious 1 an 2 bedroom apartment homes. For 25 years Syringa Property Management has been creating cheerful communities for individuals who want to enjoy an independent and enriching retirement.
See Manager for details Phone (928) 468-5650 Hearing Impaired TDD# 800-545-1833 x298
PAYSON ROUNDUP APARTMENTS FOR RENT
HOMES FOR RENT
Apartments For Rent
ROOMS FOR RENT Payson, 2-Furnished Bedrooms for 2 Ladies, Share Bath & Kitchen, $350.mo/each room, $100.Dep. Outside Entrance, Smoking/Pets-No, 1-928-277-9590
Aspen Cove is your Pot o’ Gold at the end of the Rainbow
LEGAL NOTICES
APARTMENTS FEATURING: • • • • •
2 Bedrooms/2 Baths 2 Bedrooms/ 1.5 Baths Washers & Dryers Covered Parking Pet Friendly
ASPEN COVE
801 E. FRONTIER ST. #46, PAYSON, AZ 85541
(928) 474-8042
Cornerstone Property Services www.cornerstone-mgt.com Positively Payson
Warm & Cozy Community nestled in the Pines!
Forest Hills Condominiums
333 N. McLane Large 1-2 Bedrooms WOOD BURNING FIREPLACE WASHER & DRYER COVERED PARKING PET FRIENDLY CLOSE TO RUMSEY PARK & LIBRARY
Call Caroline 928-472-6055
Spring into Summer at Lazy “D� Ranch RV Park and Apts. $100. Off First Full full months Rent w/Lease Water/Sewer/Trash, Cable Included) For Details Call 928-474-2442
COMMERCIAL FOR RENT
3BR/2BA 1632sq’ Alpine Village, large deck with views, fireplace with propane insert, appliances, sewer/trash. No smoking/pets $1275/mo 1-yr lease 928-978-1836 Beautifully “FURNISHED� ,New Paint/Carpet, 2Br/2Ba w/FP, 1800sf, MAIN HOUSE, 1.25 Acres In Town, Bring Your Horse, TV’s, $1,350.mo Call: 602-290-7282 Completely Remodeled: 3Br/2Ba/2-Car Garage, RV Gate, Central AC/Heat, Wood/Tile Floors, Gas Fire-Place/Stove, All Appliances, $1,100.mo Jim 602-367-8897 or Chris 928-978-1600 New Custom Victorian Home 3Bd/2Bath Den, In Town,Historic District, Energy Efficient. Deck-w/Views,Laundry, Upgraded Appliances, Vaulted-Ceiling, Ceiling-FansThroughout, Carport,Home Office/OK. $1195/mo. 928-288-2440 Pine Prudential Rentals x3
Prudential
ARIZONA REALTY
Property Management
609 S. Beeline Hwy. Payson, AZ 85541 474-5276 www.paysonrentals.com RESIDENTIAL RENTALS 205 S. Ponderosa #B, 3BD, 2BA . $800 409 E. Evergreen, 2BD, 1BA . . . . $700 Shady Pines Cabin 5, Studio, 1BA$395
COMMERCIAL LEASE SPACE
1 BA, Office Space, 45596 Hwy 188 Ste.B-1, Tonto Basin, AZ, 85553, 12 months lease, 900 sq. ft., Storage Available, $ $400/mnth, Cell: 928-978-3500 email: kathy.meyer56@gmail.com.
Bonita and Beeline, high profile, 200sq.ft. office space. Shared reception/wait area, shared utilities, $200 per month. Dani 928-595-2968.
1500 Bravo Taxiway 601 N. Beeline 401 N. Tyler Parkway 501 W. Main #B 501 W. Main #C 408 W. Main St., Suite 8 408 W. Main St., Suite 11 708 E. Hwy 260 C1, A, C & E 708 E. Hwy 260 C2 708 E. Hwy 260 A2 1322 W. Baron Rd. A
RV/MOTOR HOME SPACE Independently Owned & Operated
VERY NICE 2BR/2BA, IN PAYSON, New Flooring, Paing, Covered Patio, Fenced Yard, Must See, $900.mo 928-468-1068
MOBILES FOR RENT DON’T MISS THIS 1550sf/New Energy Efficient AC,Carpet,Bathroom, Large Visible Signage from Highway, Ample Parking Front/Rear 807-A S. Beeline, Payson, 928-478-4110
New Store Condition Beeline Highway, 800sf,
PAYSON TRAILER RANCH Spaces starting @ $310. 1 & 2 Bdrms Starting @ $425.00 1st Mo + Deposit! All Include Cable/Water/Sewer/Trash Discount for 6-12/mo.lease. 928-517-1368
LARGE 2500sf. Store, Ridiculous low Terms,
Three Office Complex, Reception Area,1000sf., Only $650. 928-468-1365.
Office or Retail Space Lowest Rates In Payson Private Bath,500 sq.ft. On Upgraded Remodeled Units, 1 Month Rent Free 602-616-3558
CONDOMINIUMS Spacious & Bright -3 BR/2 BA 1550 s.f.,Fireplace, lg. open kitchen, W/D, balcony with view. Large Master Suite. Quiet complex w/pool - small dog OK. A great place to live! Non-smoking $900.00, 602-763-4397
HOMES FOR RENT 2- BR, 1.5 BA, House, 89 N Milky Way, Star Valley, AZ 85541, unfurnished, 1500-1650 sq. ft., Well Water, Fireplace/wood burning stove, Outdoor Area, Cable/Satellite TV Hookups, Hardwood Flooring, Laundry hookups, Parking Available plus 1-car garage, Storage Available, $ $950/mo, 480-431-9846 or 480-431-9847
2Br/1Ba, Beautiful Geronimo Estates, Carport, Newly Tiled/Carpeted/Decorated $750.mo + $500.Dep. Approved Dogs w/$200.Dep. Contact Janet, 480-991-4904 or Eddie, 480-338-6642
Trailer Space: Includes, Water/Sewer/Electric, $350.mo Call Steve 928-474-9859 or 928-978-9701
MOBILE/RV SPACES Have RV Space Rental at 6000ft in Strawberry, Includes Water/Sewer, Call 928-474-6016 or 928-517-1182 Cell Mountain Shadows R.V. & Mobile Home Park Nice and Clean, Newly Remodeled Mobile Home for rent. 24’x40’ Doublewide 2Br/w2Ba. Lot Space, sewer, and trash are included. $500 Move-in special. Travel trailer for rent $380.00 a month, microwave, water, sewer, trash, and Wi-Fi included
15690: 2/24, 3/3, 3/10, 3/17/2015 TS No. AZ08000471-14-1 APN 207-28-134 2 TO No. 8416116 NOTICE OF TRUSTEE’S SALE The following legally described trust property will be sold, pursuant to the power of sale under that certain Deed of Trust dated July 3, 2007, and recorded on July 13, 2007, as Instrument No. 2007-011844 of official records in the Office of the Recorder of Gila County, Arizona at public auction to the highest bidder At the main entrance to the Gila County Courthouse, 1400 E. Ash Street, Globe, AZ 85501 on May 8, 2015 at 11:00 AM on said day. The street address and other common designation, if any, of the real property described above is purported to be: 750 W KOFA PASS, MIAMI, AZ 85539 LOT 134, OF PIONEER HILLS SUBDIVISION, ACCORDING TO THE PLAT OF RECORD IN THE OFFICE OF THE COUNTY RECORDER OF GILA COUNTY, ARIZONA, RECORDED IN MAP NO. 519 THROUGH 519B. APN: 207-28-134 2 Original Principal Balance $165,000.00 Name and Address of original Trustor STEVEN J. WADE AND SUSAN L. WADE, HUSBAND AND WIFE. 750 W KOFA PASS, MIAMI, AZ 85539 Name and Address of the Beneficiary U.S. Bank National Association c/o U.S. Bank National Association 4801 Frederica St Owensboro, KY 42301 Name and Address of Trustee MTC Financial Inc. dba Trustee Corps 17100 Gillette Ave, Irvine, CA 92614 949-252-8300 TDD: 800-367-8939 Said sale will be made for cash (payable at time of sale), but without covenant or warranty, express or implied, regarding title, possession or encumbrances, to pay the remaining principal sum of the note secured by said Trust Deed, which includes interest thereon as provided in said Note, advances, if any under the terms of said Trust Deed, interest on advances, if any, fees, charges and expenses of the Trustee and of the trust created by said Trust Deed. The Trustee will accept only cash or cashier’s check for reinstatement or price bid payment. Reinstatement payment must be paid before five o’clock P.M. (5:00 P.M.) on the last day other than a Saturday or legal holiday before the date of sale. The purchaser at the sale, other than the Beneficiary to the extent of his credit bid, shall pay the price bid no later than five o’clock P.M. (5:00 P.M.) of the following day, other than a Saturday or legal holiday If the Trustee is unable to convey title for any reason, the successful bidder’s sole and exclusive remedy shall be the return of monies paid to the Trustee and the successful bidder shall have no further recourse. Conveyance of the property shall be without warranty, express or implied, and subject to all liens, claims or interest having a priority senior to the Deed of Trust. The Trustee shall not express an opinion as to the condition of title. DATE: January 29, 2015 MTC Financial Inc. dba Trustee Corps Rosenda Cardenas, Authorized Signatory Manner of Trustee qualification: Real Estate Broker, as required by ARS Section 33-803, Subsection A Name of Trustee’s regulator: Arizona Department of Real Estate SALE INFORMATION CAN BE OBTAINED ONLINE AT www.priorityposting.com FOR AUTOMATED SALES INFORMATION PLEASE CALL: Priority Posting and Publishing 714-573-1965 State of ARIZONA County of MARICOPA On this 29th day of January, 2015, before me, LINDSAY M. BROWN personally appeared ROSENDA CARDENAS, whose identity was proven to me on the basis of satisfactory evidence to be the person who he or she claims to be, and acknowledged that he or she signed the above/attached document. Lindsay M. Brown Notary Public Maricopa County, Arizona My Comm. Expires 04-09-15 Lindsay M. Brown, Notary Public Commission Expires: April 9, 2015 P1132150 2/24, 3/3, 3/10, 03/17/2015
LEGAL NOTICES 15691: 2/24, 3/3, 3/10, 3/17/2015 TS No. AZ09000144-14-1 APN 305-32-001C 2 TO No: 8508422 NOTICE OF TRUSTEE’S SALE The following legally described trust property will be sold, pursuant to the power of sale under that certain Deed of Trust dated 11/18/2009, and recorded on 11/20/2009, as Instrument No. 2009-014019 of official records in the Office of the Recorder of Gila County, Arizona at public auction to the highest bidder At the main entrance to the Gila County Courthouse, 1400 E. Ash Street, Globe, AZ 85501 on 5/5/2015 at 11:00 AM on said day. The street address and other common designation, if any, of the real property described above is purported to be: 181 WEST EWING DRIVE , YOUNG, AZ 85554 PARCEL 1: THE EAST 360 FEET OF LOT 1, OF PLEASANT VALLEY ACRES, ACCORDING TO THE PLAT OF RECORD IN THE OFFICE OF THE COUNTY RECORDER OF GILA COUNTY, ARIZONA, RECORDED IN MAP NO. 197; EXCEPT THE EAST 160 FEET THEREOF. PARCEL 2: AN EASEMENT FOR INGRESS AND EGRESS OVER THE NORTH 24 FEET TO THE EAST 360 FEET OF SAID LOT 1, OF PLEASANT VALLEY ACRES, ACCORDING TO THE PLAT OF RECORD IN THE OFFICE OF THE COUNTY RECORDER OF GILA COUNTY, ARIZONA, RECORDED IN MAP NO. 197. APN: 305-32-001C 2 Original Principal Balance $135,000.00 Name and Address of original Trustor CHRISTOPHER LACOSSE, A MARRIED MAN 181 WEST EWING DRIVE, YOUNG, AZ 85554 Name and Address of the Beneficiary PHH Mortgage Corporation c/o PHH Mortgage Corporation 4001 Leadenhall Rd. Mt. Laurel, NJ 08054 Name and Address of Trustee MTC Financial Inc. dba Trustee Corps 17100 Gillette Ave, Irvine, CA 92614 949-252-8300 TDD: 800-367-8939 Said sale will be made for cash (payable at time of sale), but without covenant or warranty, express or implied, regarding title, possession or encumbrances, to pay the remaining principal sum of the note secured by said Trust Deed, which includes interest thereon as provided in said Note, advances, if any under the terms of said Trust Deed, interest on advances, if any, fees, charges and expenses of the Trustee and of the trust created by said Trust Deed. The Trustee will accept only cash or cashier’s check for reinstatement or price bid payment. Reinstatement payment must be paid before five o’clock P.M. (5:00 P.M.) on the last day other than a Saturday or legal holiday before the date of sale. The purchaser at the sale, other than the Beneficiary to the extent of his credit bid, shall pay the price bid no later than five o’clock P.M. (5:00 P.M.) of the following day, other than a Saturday or legal holiday If the Trustee is unable to convey title for any reason, the successful bidder’s sole and exclusive remedy shall be the return of monies paid to the Trustee and the successful bidder shall have no further recourse. Conveyance of the property shall be without warranty, express or implied, and subject to all liens, claims or interest having a priority senior to the Deed of Trust. The Trustee shall not express an opinion as to the condition of title. DATE: 1/27/2015 MTC Financial Inc. dba Trustee Corps Rosenda Cardenas, Authorized Signatory Manner of Trustee qualification: Real Estate Broker, as required by ARS Section 33-803, Subsection A Name of Trustee’s regulator: Arizona Department of Real Estate SALE INFORMATION CAN BE OBTAINED ONLINE AT www.priorityposting.com FOR AUTOMATED SALES INFORMATION PLEASE CALL: Priority Posting and Publishing at 714-573-1965 State of ARIZONA County of MARICOPA On this 27th day of January, 2015, before me, LINDSAY M. BROWN personally appeared ROSENDA CARDENAS, whose identity was proven to me on the basis of satisfactory evidence to be the person who he or she claims to be, and acknowledged that he or she signed the above/attached document. Lindsay M. Brown, Notary Public Commission Expires: April 9, 2015 Lindsay M. Brown Notary Public Maricopa County, Arizona My Comm. Expires 04-09-15
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15702, 3/3, 3/10, 3/17, 3/24/2015 NOTICE OF TRUSTEE’S SALE File ID. #14-05871 Slaton Notice is hereby given that David W. Cowles, Attorney at Law, as trustee (or successor trustee, or substituted trustee), pursuant to the Deed of Trust which had an original balance of $98,455.00 executed by Tonia Slaton, an unmarried woman and Joe A. DeJong, an unmarried man, as joint tenants with right of survivorship, 1148 West Euclid Loop Globe, AZ 85501 , dated January 29, 2008 and recorded February 1, 2008, as Instrument No./Docket-Page 2008-001423 of Official Records in the office of the County Recorder of Gila County, State of Arizona, will sell the real property described herein by public auction on May 11, 2015 at 11:00 AM, at the front entrace to the County Courthouse, 1400 East Ash, Globe, AZ., to the highest bidder for cash (in the forms which are lawful tender in the United States and acceptable to the Trustee, payable in accordance with ARS 33-811A), all right, title, and interest conveyed to and now held by it under said Deed of Trust, in the property situated in said County and State and more fully described as: That Certain Piece or Parcel of Land lying in and being a Portion of Lot 4 of Section 26, Township 1 North, Range 15 East, Gila And Salt River and Meridian. Gila County, Arizona, and more particularly described as follows: Beginning at a point from which the Southwest corner of said Lot 4, also being the Southwest corner of the Northwest 1/4 of the Southeast 1/4 of said section 26, bears South 44 degrees 31 minutes 10 seconds West 727.03 feet; Thence North 09 degrees 56 minutes West 130 00 feet; Thence North 25 degrees 32 minutes West 31.30 feet; Thence North 28 degrees 50 minutes East 36.00 feet; Thence South 68 degrees 19 minutes East 100.00 feet; Thence South 06 degrees 22 minutes West 45.32 feet; Thence South 43 degrees 52 minutes East 31.03 feet; Thence South 45 degrees 25 minutes West 38.62 feet; Thence South 34 degrees 08 minutes East 44.12 feet; Thence South 72 degrees 20 minutes West 90.12 feet to the point of beginning. Excepting all uranium, thorium or other materials which are or may be determined to be peculiarly essential to the production of fissionable materials, as reserved in the patent to the land. Manufacturer: CAVCO Homes Serial #: CAVAZD 951068X/U Model: Malibu HUD#: ARZ151534/ARZ151535 Length x Width: 55 x 28 Year: 1996 The street address/location of the real property described above is purported to be: 1148 West Euclid Loop Globe, AZ 85501. Tax Parcel No.: 207-20-061A and 207-20-061B. The undersigned Trustee disclaims any liability for any incorrectness of the street address and other common designation, if any, shown herein. The beneficiary under the aforementioned Deed of Trust has accelerated the Note secured thereby and has declared the entire unpaid principal balance, as well as any and all other amounts due in connection with said Note and/or Deed of Trust, immediately due and payable. Said sale will be made in an “as is� condition, but without covenant or warranty, express or implied, regarding title, possession or encumbrances, to satisfy the indebtedness secured by said Deed of Trust, advances thereunder, with interest as provided therein, and the unpaid principal balance of the Note secured by said Deed of Trust with interest thereon as proved in said Note, plus fees, charges and expenses of the Trustee and of the trusts created by said Deed of Trust Current Beneficiary:Selene Finance LP; Care of/Servicer: Selene Finance/Fidelity Loan Transfer Supervisor 9990 Richmond Houston,, TX 77042; Current Trustee: David W. Cowles 2525 East Camelback Road #300 Phoenix, Arizona 85016 (602) 255-6000. Dated: 02/09/2015 /S/David W. Cowles, Attorney at Law, Trustee/Successor Trustee under said Deed of Trust, and is qualified to act as Successor Trustee per ARS Section 33-803 (A) 2, as a member of the Arizona State
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LEGAL NOTICES Bar. STATE OF ARIZONA, County of Maricopa. This instrument was acknowledged before me on 02/09/2015, by DAVID W. COWLES, Attorney at Law, as Trustee/Successor Trustee. /S/Judy Quick, Notary Public Commission expiration is 04/20/2017. NOTICE: This proceeding is an effort to collect a debt on behalf of the beneficiary under the referenced Deed of Trust. Any information obtained will be used for that purpose. Unless the loan is reinstated, this Trustee’s Sale proceedings will result in foreclosure of the subject property. A-4512028 03/03/2015, 03/10/2015, 03/17/2015, 03/24/2015 15708: 3/3, 3/10, 3/17/2015 IN THE SUPERIOR COURT OF THE STATE OF ARIZONA IN AND FOR THE COUNTY OF GILA In the Matter of the Estate of: LOIS J. BISSETT, Deceased. NO. PB2015-00014 NOTICE TO CREDITORS NOTICE IS GIVEN that Patricia A. Rhoades has been appointed as the personal representative of the estate of Lois J. Bissett. All persons having claims against the estate are required to present their claims within four (4) months after the date of the first publication of this notice or within sixty (60) days after mailing or other delivery of this notice, whichever is later, or the claims will be forever barred. See A.R.S. §14-3803.A. Claims must be presented by delivering or mailing a written statement of the claim to the personal representative at the address listed below. DATED this 26th day of February, 2015. /S/ CHESTER B. MCLAUGHLIN Chester B. McLaughlin Attorney for Personal Representative 127 North Marina Street Prescott, AZ 86301 15711: 3/10, 3/17, 3/24, 3/31/2015 TS No. AZ06000001-15-1 APN 302-60-004U TO No: 150004536-AZ-VOO NOTICE OF TRUSTEE’S SALE The following legally described trust property will be sold, pursuant to the power of sale under that certain Deed of Trust dated 11/14/2013, and recorded on 11/15/2013, as Instrument No. 2013-013436 of official records in the Office of the Recorder of Gila County, Arizona at public auction to the highest bidder At the main entrance to the Gila County Courthouse, 1400 E. Ash Street, Globe, AZ 85501 on 5/15/2015 at 11:00 AM on said day. The street address and other common designation, if any, of the real property described above is purported to be: 306 EAST SPRINGDALE DRIVE, STAR VALLEY, AZ 85541 LOT 10, QUAIL VALLEY SUBDIVISION UNIT ONE, ACCORDING TO MAP NO. 594, RECORDS OF GILA COUNTY, ARIZONA. APN: 302-60-004U Original Principal Balance $122,000.00 Name and Address of original Trustor ROBERT FRANKLIN ORR A SINGLE MAN 306 EAST SPRINGDALE DRIVE, STAR VALLEY, AZ 85541 Name and Address of the Beneficiary American Financial Resources, Inc. c/o LoanCare, A Division of FNF Servicing, Inc. 3637 Sentara Way Virginia Beach, VA 23452 Name and Address of Trustee MTC Financial Inc. dba Trustee Corps 17100 Gillette Ave, Irvine, CA 92614 949-252-8300 TDD: 800-367-8939 Said sale will be made for cash (payable at time of sale), but without covenant or warranty, express or implied, regarding title, possession or encumbrances, to pay the remaining principal sum of the note secured by said Trust Deed, which includes interest thereon as provided in said Note, advances, if any under the terms of said Trust Deed, interest on advances, if any, fees, charges and expenses of the Trustee and of the trust created by said Trust Deed. The Trustee will accept only cash or cashier’s check for reinstatement or price bid payment. Reinstatement payment must be paid before five o’clock P.M. (5:00 P.M.) on the last day other than a Saturday or legal holiday before the date of sale. The purchaser at the sale, other than the Beneficiary to the extent of his credit bid, shall pay the price bid no later than five o’clock P.M. (5:00 P.M.) of the following day, other than a Saturday or legal holiday If the Trustee is unable to convey title for any reason, the successful bidder’s sole and exclusive remedy shall be the return of monies paid to the Trustee and the successful bidder shall have no further recourse. Conveyance of the property shall be without warranty, express or implied, and subject to all liens, claims or interest having a priority senior to the Deed of Trust. The Trustee shall not express an opinion as to the condition of title. DATE: 2/6/2015 MTC Financial Inc. dba Trustee Corps Rosenda Cardenas, Authorized Signatory Manner of Trustee qualification: Real Estate Broker, as required by ARS Section 33-803, Subsection A Name of Trustee’s regulator: Arizona Department of Real Estate SALE INFORMATION CAN BE OBTAINED ONLINE AT www.priorityposting.com FOR AUTOMATED SALES INFORMATION PLEASE CALL: Priority Posting and Publishing 714-573-1965 State of ARIZONA County of MARICOPA On this 6th day of February, 2015, before me, LINDSAY M. BROWN personally appeared ROSENDA CARDENAS, whose identity was proven to me on the basis of satisfactory evidence to be the person who he or she claims to be, and acknowledged that he or she signed the above/attached document. Lindsay M. Brown, Notary Public Commission Expires: April 9, 2015 Lindsay M. Brown Notary Public Maricopa County, Arizona My Comm. Ex-
LEGAL NOTICES pires 04-09-15 P1133758 3/10, 3/17, 3/24, 03/31/2015 15716: 3/10, 3/17, 3/24, 3/31/2015 SUPERIOR COURT OF ARIZONA IN MARICOPA COUNTY In the Matter of: ZAKKARY MANUEL WESTBERRY (Name of person requesting name change) Case Number: CV2015-090445 NOTICE OF HEARING REGARDING APPLICATION FOR CHANGE OF NAME READ THIS NOTICE CAREFULLY. An important court proceeding that affects your rights has been scheduled. If you do not understand this Notice or the other court papers, contact an attorney for legal advice. 1. NOTICE: An application for Change of Name has been filed with the Court by the person(s) named above. A hearing has been scheduled where the Court will consider whether to grant or deny the requested change. If you wish to be heard on this issue, you must appear at the hearing at the date and time indicated below. 2. COURT HEARING: A court hearing has been scheduled to consider the Application as follows: DATE: APRIL 6, 2015 TIME: 2:30 p.m. BEFORE: Commissioner MARGARET BENNY, 222 E. Javelina Avenue, Courtroom 303, Mesa, AZ 85210. DATED: 2/16/2015 /s/ Jaquelynn Griego, Applicant’s Signature 15717: 3/13, 3/17, 3/20/2013 ARTICLES OF INCORPORATION NONPROFIT CORPORATION 1. ENTITY NAME: Church On the Street - Payson; File No. 19826946 2. CHARACTER OF AFFAIRS: NOTE that the character of affairs that the corporation ultimately conducts is not limited by the description provided. See Attached: Attachment to Articles of Incorporation of Church On The Street - Payson: Said organization is organized exclusively for charitable, religious, educational, and scientific purposes, including, for such purposes, the making of distributions to organizations that qualify as exempt organizations under the section 501 (c)(3) of the Internal Revenue Code, or corresponding section of any future federal tax code. The business activity for said organization is as follows: We at Church On The Street - Payson help anyone in need from homeless to the alcohol/drug addict, to the incarcerated and do the spiritually suffering. Our purpose is to reach each person with the Gospel of Jesus Christ, providing food and temporary shelter to the homeless and a residential program to those individuals who want to be disciple and equipped to re-enter society successfully. No part of the net earnings of this organization shall inure to the benefit of, or be distributable to, its members, trustees, officers, or other private persons, except that the corporation shall be authorized an empowered to pay reasonable compensation for services rendered and to make payments and distributions in furtherance of the purposes set forth herein. No substantial part of the activities of this corporation shall be the carrying on of propaganda, or otherwise attempting to influence legislation, and this corporation shall not participate in, or intervene in (including the publishing or distribution of statements), any political campaign on behalf of or in opposition to any candidate for public office. Notwithstanding any other provision of this document, the corporation shall not carry on any other activities not permitted to be carried on (a) by a corporation exempt from federal income tax under section 501(c)(3) of the Internal Revenue Code, or the corresponding section of any future federal tax code, or (b) by a corporation, contributions to which are deductible under section 170(c)(2) of the Internal Revenue Code, or the corresponding section of any future federal tax code. Upon the dissolution of this corporation, assets remaining shall be distributed for one or more exempt purposes within the meaning of Section 501(c)(3) of the Internal Revenue Code, or corresponding section of any future federal tax code, or shall be distributed to the federal government, or to a state or local government, for a public purpose. Any such assets not so disposed of shall be disposed by a Court of Competent Jurisdiction of the county in which the principal office of the organization is then located, exclusively for such purposes or to such organization or organizations, as said Court shall determine, which are organized and operated exclusively for such purposes. 3. MEMBERS: (x) The corporation WILL NOT have members. 4. ARIZONA KNOWN PLACE OF BUSINESS ADDRESS: Is the Arizona known place of business address the same as the street address of the statutory agent? (Yes). 5. DIRECTORS: Joseph Corrigan, 216 E. Phoenix St., Payson, AZ 85541; Don Lees, 216 E. 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LEGAL NOTICES FORPROFESSIONAL CORPORATION. 2. ENTITY NAME: WALKER LAW OFFICE PC; FILE NO. 19724753 3. PROFESSIONAL C O R P O RATION SERVICES: Law Firm. 4. CHARACTER OF BUSINESS: Provision of Legal Services. 5. SHARES: Common, Series A, Total: 1000 Par Value: No Par. 6. ARIZONA KNOWN PLACE OF BUSINESS ADDRESS: 6.1 Is the Arizona known place of business address the same as the street address of the statutory agent? (No). 6.2 Chuck Walker, Walker Law Office, PC, 620 East Highway 260, Building C, Payson, AZ 85541. 7. DIRECTORS: Chuck Walker, 620 East Highway 260, Building C., Payson, AZ 85541. 8. STATUTORY AGENT: Chuck Walker, 454 West Standage Lane, Payson, AZ 85541. 9. INCORPORATORS: Chuck Walker, 620 East Highway 260, Building C., Payson, AZ 85541. By checking the box marked “I accept� below, I acknowledge under penalty of perjury that this document together with any attachments is submitted in compliance with Arizona law. (x) /s/ Chuck Walker, Chuck Walker, (x) Corporation as Incorporator - I am signing as an officer or authorized agent of a corporation and its name is Walker Law Office, PC. 15719: 3/13, 3/17, 3/20/2015 ARTICLES OF AMENDMENT FOR-PROFIT CORPORATION 1. The name of the corporation is: JACCOR, INC. 2. A.C.C. FILE NUMBER: 1911505-2 3. Date on which the attached amendment was adopted: 7/7/14 4. Does the amendment provide for an exchange, reclassification or cancellation of issued shares? (x) No. 5. Approval of the amendment: (x) Approved by incorporators or board of directors without shareholder action, and shareholder approval was not required or no shares have been issued. 6. Corporation’s Amendment: I need to change the Last Name on file (Durdel) to my current Married Last Name (Kaufman): So my name will need to be changed from Jade Durdel to Jade Kaufman. We need to change the Domestic Address/Place of Business address of our corporation from 311 S. 8870 W. Single Tree Ln., Payson, AZ 85541. We need to change the Statutory Agent Mailing/physical Address from 311 S. Beeline Hwy Payson, AZ 85541, to our current address: 8870 W. Single Tree Ln., Payson, AZ 85541. We need to change the address for Director, William Kaufman, from 311 S. Beeline Hwy Payson, AZ 85541, to our current address: 8870 W. Single Tree Ln., Payson, AZ 85541. We need to change the address for Director, Jade Kaufman, from 311 S. Beeline Hwy, Payson, AZ 85541 to our current address: 8870 W. Single Tree Ln., Payson, AZ 85541. /s/ William C. Kaufman, William C. Kaufman; /s/ Jade A. Kaufman, Jade A. Kaufman. SIGNATURE: By checking the box marked “I accept� below, I acknowledge under penalty of perjury that this document together with any attachments is submitted in compliance with Arizona law. (x) I ACCEPT; /s/ Jade A. Kaufman, Jade A. Kaufman. 1/27/2015. (x) I am the Chairman of the Board of Directors of the corporation filing this document. 15720: 3/20, 3/24, 3/17/2015 NOTICE (for publication) ARTICLES OF ORGANIZATION HAVE BEEN FILED IN THE OFFICE OF THE ARIZONA CORPORATION COMMISSION FOR I. Name: Cecil Logistics, LLC FILE NUMBER: L19864570 II. The address of the known place of business is: 5555 S Hospital Dr Globe, AZ 85501 III. The name and street address of the Statutory Agent is: Robert Erven Brown 201 N Central Ave, Suite 3300 Phoenix, AZ 85004 Management of the limited liability company is reserved to the members. The names and addresses of each person who is a member are: Xavier Ortega member 5632 N 14th Dr Phoenix, AZ 85015 15722: 3/13, 3/17, 3/20/2015 NOTICE (for publication) ARTICLES OF ORGANIZATION HAVE BEEN FILED IN THE OFFICE OF THE ARIZONA CORPORATION COMMISSION FOR I. Name: SLOVAK LLC File No. L-19723090 II. The address of the known place of business is: 501 W. Frontier St., Payson, AZ 85541. III. The name and street address of the Statutory Agent is: Justin Novak, 501 W. Frontier St., Payson, AZ 85541. (A) Management of the limited liability company is vested in a manager or managers. The names and addresses of each person who is a manager AND each member who owns a twenty percent or greater interest in the capital or profits of the limited liability company are: Justin Novak, (x) manager, 501 W. Frontier St., Payson, AZ 85541. 15728: 3/17, 3/24, 3/31/2015 SUPERIOR COURT OF ARIZONA GILA COUNTY in the Matter of The Estate of MARTIN M. DORRIS (X) an Adult Case Number PB201500019 NOTICE TO CREDITORS OF INFORMAL APPOINTMENT OF PERSONAL REPRESENTATIVE AND/OR INFORMAL APPOINTMENT OF A WILL NOTICE IS GIVEN THAT: 1. PERSONAL REPRESENTATIVE: Bonnie Dorris has been appointed Personal Representative of this Estate on 2/27/2015. Address: 615 W. Main St Payson, AZ 85541 2. DEADLINE TO MAKE CLAIMS. All persons having claims against the Estate are required to present their claims within four months after the date of the first publication of this Notice or the claims will be forever barred. 3.NOTICE OF CLAIMS: Claims must be presented by delivering or mailing a written statement of the claim to the Personal Representative at 615 W. Main St, Payson, AZ 85541 4. NOTICE OF APPOINTMENT: A copy of the Notice of Appointment is attached to the copies of this document mailed to all known creditors DATED: 2/27/15 Jo Ellen Vork Attorney for Martin M. Dorris Estate
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Photographer DJ Craig captured these remarkable images of egrets and a bald eagle fishing in the trout-stocked waters of the Green Valley lakes. The 10,000 species of birds evolved rapidly from a feathered, dinosaur ancestor that survived a mass extinction.
Exaltation of Egrets summons grief, joy From page 1B small, feathered dinosaurs led eventually to the two-pound archaeopteryx. The feathers and dwindling size allowed many of them to climb trees and parachute or glide from tree to tree — like modern day flying squirrels. The fossil record shows one branch of the dinosaur line grew smaller and lighter over millions of years, even as other branches evolved into monsters like the 60-foot-long, 10-ton, water-loving Spinosaurus, the largest of the meat-eating dinosaurs — which dwarfed even the 40-footlong, 7.5-ton T-Rex. Another set of studies published in a special edition of the peer-reviewed journal “Science” asked a different, but equally compelling question. How did the handful of feathered dinosaurs that survived the mass-extinction 66 million years ago produce the 10,000 species of birds alive today? This breathtaking scientific collaboration involved 200 scientists from 80 institutions in 20 different countries. They published their results in “Science,” “Genome Biology,” “GigaScience” and other journals. I found the summary of their findings on the ScienceDaily website. Instead of fossils, these researchers looked at DNA. They sequenced the genes of 48 bird species, representing every branch of the family tree of modern birds — including egrets and great blue herons and the other birds DJ captured going about their business in the Green Valley lakes. The scientists then fed the gene sequences into a specially programmed supercomputer to tease out answers to a host of mysteries. For instance, they determined that the dinosaur/bird ancestors underwent a startling burst of evolution into new species soon after the mass extinction event 66 million years ago caused by a meteor impact, a massive flux of volcanic activity or some combination. They quickly spread into all of the environmental niches vacated after the extinction event wiped out 90 percent of living species. The speed of their adaptation dwarfed even the proliferation of mammals. The birds have only about half as many genes as the mammals — and most of the reptiles. Many of their existing genes apparently shut down, which actually enabled them to more quickly adapt to the dramatically changed conditions. Within 15 million years of the mass extinction event, most of the modern
bird lineages had established themselves — a breathtaking rate of evolutionary change. Turns out the chicken is most similar genetically to the feathered dinosaur ancestor — and all the birds lost their teeth as a result of the shutdown of only five genes some 100 million years ago. The birds have perhaps the highest rate of evolutionary change, while their relatives the crocodiles have perhaps the slowest. Maybe that’s why we have 10,000 species of birds and three species of crocodiles — and no dinosaurs at all. Moreover, the birds devote about 10 percent of their genes to song recognition — and those genes are closely related to the genes in humans that allow us to talk. The researchers found that birds like parrots have a huge number of genes devoted to songs, including a curious song within a song system — which perhaps explains why they can learn to talk to humans. A unique set of genes in the brains of songbirds allows them to learn the complex songs that make the mocking bird song a heart-stirring sound in the depths of the night. Songbirds come hardwired with songs, but also learn from the songs they hear. That’s why songbirds of the same species have dialects, depending on where they grew up. The findings go on and on, suggesting that our newfound ability to at least start to unravel the mysteries coded into the DNA of every living thing will answer profound questions in the years to come. Thinking of those astonishments as I looked at DJ’s remarkable images of egrets and herons and eagles made me miss my dad so much my heart ached. I would give anything to just call him now and explain about the songbirds and the parrots and the diversification of the dinosaurs into 10,000 species of birds. Instead, I must set down the photographs and go back to the lakes, with my folding chair. I shall sit on the grass, which smells already of spring. I shall watch the egrets, saved by the passion of James Audubon and a change in women’s fashions. I will look for the dinosaur in them, in their alert, pitiless eyes. But I will see also the light in them, the glow of the angels, the transcendent beauty. I shall go down to the lake, needing to see once again the exultation of egrets. Then I will close my eyes and listen for the breath of my father, shallow and alive once more — hushed with the beauty of the world, so still in the shallows.