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On the night of Sept. 5, 2015, two Payson men made a series of poor decisions that cost one young man his life and a police officer his job. The 1.4-mile chase through the darkness ended Officer Tyler Forsberg’s law enforcement career in Payson and left Edward Chase Breyette’s family shattered. It also triggered a bungled firing and months of speculation about the tragic incident. The Roundup obtained a copy of the Payson Police Department’s internal investigation of the incident recently and learned contrary to Forsberg’s initial statements, his speeds hit 89 mph on McLane Road as he pursued 20-year-old Chase. Friends said Chase had previously told them no cop would catch him. The department issued a statement based on Forsberg’s information shortly after the wreck, saying Forsberg had slowed down when Chase took off at an “excessive speed.” In fact, a monitoring device in Forsberg’s car showed he quickly reached speeds of nearly 90 mph between Rumsey Park and Airport Road. The investigation of the incident led to

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This photo shows Edward Chase Breyette’s wrecked motorcycle the night he died fleeing from Payson Police Officer Tyler Forsberg.

Star Valley OKs budget

$9 million plan shrugs off radar loss by

Teresa McQuerrey

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Shrugging off the loss of photo radar enforcement funds and hearing of plans to pursue $300,000 in new grant money, the Star Valley Town Council approved a tentative $9.1 million budget this week. The contractor for the town’s photo enforcement program, Redflex, has secured private investigator licenses for its staff, complying with an order from the Arizona Attorney General. But the cameras are still turned off on East Highway 260 — they were shut down in mid-March. Town Manager Tim Grier said he’s waiting to see what Phoenix does before taking any action to resume the program until the legislation making it illegal goes into effect. Star Valley’s 2015-16 budget showed an estimated $889,000 in revenue from the photo enforcement program. The 2016-17 budget sets the actual FY 15-16 revenues, which have yet to be realized, at $768,865. Projected FY 16-17 revenues from the program, as it winds down are $96,000. The loss is offset by a number of things. “We have lost revenue, but we have also gained revenue,” Grier told the council prior to its action on the tentative budget. “We’re sitting on an ample fund balance ... We have braced for the day

when we might lose photo enforcement revenue and have prepared for it and can continue to provide many services for the residents,” he said. The budget documents show increases in city sales tax; state income tax sharing; and auto lieu tax. Additionally, the town expects an increase in its Highway User Revenue Fund receipts from stateshared taxes. The new grant money plans were not detailed, however, in another item of business, the town contracted with the Central Arizona Association of Governments for work on a Community Block Development Grant to purchase a well on the old Circle K property and connect it to the town’s water system. CDBG revenue of $289,709 is budgeted for the upcoming fiscal year. The Star Valley Town Council can continue to refine its budget for several more weeks until a final budget must be adopted. Other business The council approved an intergovernmental agreement with the Town of Payson and the Rim Country Educational Alliance for legal services. As needed, Star Valley can use the legal services of Payson’s attorney and Payson can use Star Valley’s attorney, as can the RCEA. This provides legal advice when there is a conflict of interest or absence by an attorney. The IGA says the cost will be only $65 an hour.

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a police department blunder, according to the report obtained by the Roundup as a result of repeated Freedom of Information requests over the last six months. The department initially fired Forsberg for lying about his speed. However, the department revoked the firing after Forsberg’s attorney pointed out errors in how the town handled the dismissal. Due to a “technicality,” Payson then allowed Forsberg to resign. Today, Chase’s father, Edward Breyette, is angry. He’s angry that his son tried to foolishly outrun a cop. He’s also furious that Forsberg’s actions contributed to his son’s death. Now, Edward is grappling with the sorrow and guilt and agonizing questions about what might have been — as well as contemplating additional legal action. Payson Police Chief Don Engler had said he could not release the report until the Maricopa County Attorney’s Office determined whether to charge Forsberg for his actions. On March 9, the MCAO finished their review and decided not to charge Forsberg or Ryan Jacob Brown, a friend of Chase, who reportedly supplied him with alcohol that night.

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This illustration, based on a map taken from the police investigation, shows Officer Tyler Forsberg’s speed between Rumsey Park and Saddle Lane as he pursued Edward Chase Breyette on Sept. 5, 2015.

FDA orders huge frozen food recall by

Michele Nelson

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The Food and Drug Administration has sent out a recall on frozen produce packed by CRF Frozen Foods due to the Listeria monocytogenes organism. In a press release, the FDA said if infected, patients show the following symptoms:

“High fever, severe headaches, stiffness, nausea, abdominal pain and diarrhea. Listeria infections may cause miscarriages and stillborns among pregnant women,” said the FDA. The FDA also said, that Listeria monocytogenes is most dangerous to the ill, infirm, elderly or young children. Various outlets from Safeway, to Walmart, CostCo and Trader Joe’s sold

the frozen produce under a long list of brand names. Infected batches may be identified by brand name, produce type, then both their UPC code and “best buy or sell by dates” said the FDA. The best by/sell by dates range between April 26, 2016 through April 26, 2018. These vegetables were distributed in

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Police catch alleged heroin dealer Suspect eludes officers, but not drug dogs by

Alexis Bechman

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After six months of work, investigators say they have arrested a heroin dealer. Gabriel Martinez, 20, of the Valley, was arrested around 5:30 p.m. Wednesday for various drug charges. Officers found 3.5 grams of heroin and a gram of meth on Martinez along with drug paraphernalia, including a scale, said Det. Sgt. Erik Axlund with the Arizona Department of Public Safety Gila/Navajo County Narcotics.

Axlund said investigators had been trying to get Martinez for six months as he was known to sell drugs in the community. On Wednesday, officers spotted Martinez at a local motel with his ex-girlfriend. They reportedly witnessed vehicles coming and going to the room. However, when officers tried to follow Martinez, they lost him. Axlund said it was clear Martinez was trying to evade arrest. Officers later stopped him near the casino and a K9

alerted to drugs in the vehicle. The Gila County Drug, Gang and Violent Crimes Task Force arrested Martinez on charges of possessing dangerous drugs and narcotic drugs, possessing those drugs for sale, transporting drugs for sale and drug paraphernalia. Officers later went back to the hotel room with a search warrant and arrested Summer Kelley, 21, of Payson, on charges of possession of drug paraphernalia and narcotic drugs. Axlund called the bust a great success.

Gabriel Martinez He thanked the Payson Police Department, Task Force and DPS for their assistance.

Winners! by

Keith Morris

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PHOENIX — A Payson High softball team that started the season just hoping to make the playoffs now wants to win it all. The lineup featuring six sophomores and just three returning starters beat Bullhead City Mohave 3-1 in the second round of the Division 3 state tournament at Rose Mofford Softball Complex on Thursday afternoon to advance to the quarterfinals. The Longhorns will meet section rival Snowflake at 7 o’clock tonight at Rose Mofford. The winner moves on to the semifinals at 10 a.m. on Saturday. Payson stands among the final eight teams for the fifth consecutive year. Not bad for a team that wasn’t sure of its potential after learning that injuries would sideline senior stars Arissa Paulson and Anilese Hayes for the entire season. But sophomore Aubrielle Paulson has taken to her role as

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Aubrielle Paulson pitched one of her best games of the year according to the coach to advance the Longhorn softball team past the second round of the state playoffs on Thursday. Payson faces Snowflake tonight at 7. If the Horns win that game, they’ll advance to the semifinals on Saturday. If they win that game, they’ll play for the state championship on Tuesday. Follow their progress at payson.com.

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From page 1A Maricopa County prosecutors said they did not believe a jury would convict either Brown or Forsberg and dismissed both cases. On the night of Sept. 5, Chase had been hanging out with Brown and another friend, Austin Huffman. Huffman and Chase worked together as roofers and Huffman described Chase as his best friend since childhood. After work, they went to Huffman’s home and drank some beer with Brown. Brown left and started walking home along North McLane Road before Chase left on the motorcycle, which his father owned. Huffman told Det. Michael Hansen that Chase had ridden motorcycles “forever.” He once told Huffman that if a cop got behind him he would run. Reportedly, he had fled from police in the past. Huffman said he didn’t like to ride with Chase because he had gone 80 mph to Pine once on their way to work. “If I die young, it’s going to be on the back of a motorcycle running from the police,” Chase reportedly told Huffman, according to police reports. At about 9:30 p.m., as Brown, 22, walked home, he texted Huffman that he had just seen Chase fly by him on his motorcycle, a police Dodge Charger hot

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Chase Bryette’s driver’s license and some of his clothes were left at the scene after he was rushed to the hospital where he died from injuries sustained in a motorcycle crash after he fled from Payson police. on his tail. Minutes earlier, Forsberg, 25, had assisted officer Billy Hoffman on a call at Rumsey Park. Dispatch called Forsberg and told him to go check out a suspicious vehicle near 1800 N. Beeline Highway. Forsberg stopped at the stop sign at the entrance of Rumsey Park, planning to pull out on North McLane and head up to Airport and over to the Beeline to check on the call. After Chase passed him, Forsberg pulled out behind him. He told investigators he had no intention to pull Chase over then. However, as Chase approached West Forest Drive, Chase reportedly sped up. Forsberg said he tried to catch up to pace Chase’s speed, but Chase just went faster. “Um, and at that point I decided that I should attempt to gradually catch up as to not um spook or um ... not to, uh aggressively, uh catch up,” Forsberg said in an interview with Lt. Sherwood Eldredge. Forsberg said he turned on his lights and siren, but Chase just went faster. In his initial report, Forsberg estimated he was going around 55 to 60 mph when he tried to stop Chase. A GPS tracker in his vehicle recorded his speed as 68 mph. Forsberg said Chase flew threw the intersection of McLane Road and West Airport Road without so much as a “flicker of the brake lights.” Forsberg estimated he was going 60 to 65 mph as this point. GPS put him at 89 mph, his fastest speed during the chase. The speed at that point suggests the officer also sped through the stop sign at Airport Road. Forsberg said he didn’t see any traffic coming, so he did not come to a full stop at the intersection. As Chase continued north on McLane and the road got narrower, Forsberg said he slowed to 45 to 50 mph. Again, GPS put his speed at 82 mph near West Grace Lane, then 60 mph at West Saddle Lane and back up to 80 mph near West Bridle Path Lane. As Chase rounded a curve north of West Johnson Drive, he lost control of the bike, hit a ditch, struck a large pile of rocks and went flying. The bike struck the top of a white pickup truck then hit a juniper tree, landing with the

bike on top of Chase. Forsberg said he spotted the motorcycle as he rounded the curve at West Johnson Drive and slowed to 30 mph. GPS put Forsberg’s last speed at 64 mph before he came to a stop. As Chase lay motionless on the ground, several people who had been standing in a front yard around a fire, rushed to his aid. With the help of Forsberg, they moved the bike off Chase. Chase was still breathing and making muffled moaning noises. No one tried to give Chase medical treatment on scene as Chase was breathing and had no obvious, bleeding wounds, wrote officer Joshua Cadwell in his report. Chase would die later at the local hospital. When police notified Edward of his son’s death, Sgt. Donnie Garvin reported: “Mr. Breyette’s father informed us that he (Chase) bragged about running from the police and said he would not be able to be caught on the motorcycle.” Edward denied making these statements. Those who witnessed the wreck said they heard the roar of a motorcycle come around the corner, saw the bike go flying through the air and then watched a police cruiser pull up shortly behind. Hansen would estimate that Chase’s body and bike traveled 114 feet in the air before striking the tree. On Sept. 24, Engler suspended Forsberg. On Oct. 12, Engler notified Forsberg he would be terminated. That same day, Forsberg’s lawyer, Jeremy Claridge, sent Engler a letter disputing the dismissal. In that letter, Claridge said the only reason Payson cited for the firing were allegedly untrue statements Forsberg had made about how fast he was going that night. “Your letter states specifically that Officer Forsberg ‘stated in those documents that your speed never exceeded approximately 65 miles per hour,’” Claridge wrote, referring to Engler’s letter. “Your statement misrepresents the report given by Officer Forsberg.” Claridge said Forsberg gave an approximation of his speed that night and did not keep track of his speedometer because he was focused on being “safe and following the suspect.”

Claridge said Forsberg never intended to deceive anyone when he estimated how fast he was going. Furthermore, Forsberg lost ground on Chase at 89 mph, which means Chase was going over 100 mph and therefore “posed a great threat to the citizens of Payson, Arizona.” Claridge said Forsberg acted within the department’s pursuit policy because the entire pursuit lasted roughly 1 minute and 12 seconds, not long enough for him violate the policy. “I am asking that you (Engler) consider that the information that you have as to the speed Officer Forsberg was traveling may be flawed and that you consider the generality of Officer Forsberg statement with regard to his speed as merely an opinion and not a false statement,” he wrote. In another letter, dated Oct. 13, Claridge said the PPD had violated Forsberg’s due process rights and that Forsberg was dismissed without just cause. On Nov. 23, the PPD notified the Arizona Peace Officer Standards and Training Board that “due to a technicality involving officer notification related to the interview process” the PPD had rescinded its termination of Forsberg and accepted his resignation. Engler said he intended to terminate Forsberg after it came to light how fast he was going that night, but had been forced to rescind that decision. Asked if he agreed with the MCAO decision not to prosecute Forsberg, Engler said he could not comment. When Eldredge looked into the incident, he found that Forsberg was traveling well beyond the speeds he had reported. Forsberg told investigators that as he approached Airport Road he was going 55 to 60 mph, while the data showed he was going 89 mph. Forsberg then said he slowed to 30 mph, but “this again is not a true statement,” Eldredge wrote. When Eldredge told Forsberg how fast he had been really going that night and asked for an explanation, Forsberg said he did not have one and that his “visual approximations would be off then.” “Um, the vehicle I drove is oh, not exactly the easiest thing to approximate due to it being uh, a uh, rather fast vehicle,” Forsberg said. “It is entirely possible that my approximations were off and I did exceed those speed limits.” According to the PPD’s policy, vehicle pursuits should be avoided with the “immediate apprehension of a suspect is generally not more important than the safety of the public and pursuing officer.” The policy states no officer will be criticized or disciplined for deciding not to engage in a pursuit due to the risk. Edward said he feels that if Forsberg had not pursued his son, Chase would still be alive today. Edward said the cops had harassed his son before and he believes his son was afraid and in over his head that night. “What did I want Chase to do with his life? I wanted him to be happy. I wanted him to have a wife and children. To take over the business. I wanted to watch him get older. I took great comfort in his presence.”

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Senior plays at PHS

Tickets purchased in advance are $14 for adults 12 to 64; $12 for seniors; and $10 for ages 8 to 12; those 7 and under and all active military are admitted at no charge. Advance tickets may be reserved online at www.paysonprorodeo.com or purchased at the Rim Country Regional Chamber of Commerce, Bob’s Western Wear and the Circle K stores in Payson, as well as Bill Armstrong’s Jewelry and Pawn in Star Valley. Tickets will be available also at the gate. For added information, visit www. paysonprorodeo.com or call Bill Armstrong, 928-474-9440.

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The Longhorn theatre program is proud to present the annual Payson High senior-directed one-act plays. Zoia Brouwer directs a relationship comedy, “The Blissful Orphans;” Ali Cambier directs a teen issue play, “Down is Easy;” and Tony Gentless directs a blind date comedy, “Check Please.” Technical direction for the performance is by advanced tech theatre students Kylie Chapin and Jasmine Ernst. Performances will be at 4 p.m., Friday, May 6 and at 7 p.m. Saturday, May 7 in the PHS Studio Theatre (directly behind the auditorium). Admission is $5 for students in the first through 12th grades and $6 for adults.

Charity Cake Auction

The Payson United Methodist Church will have its First Annual Charity Cake Auction between 10 a.m. and 1 p.m., Sunday, May 22. All Rim residents are invited to bring a homemade cake to Payson UMC, 414 N. Easy St. (behind Ace Hardware and the Habitat for Humanity ReStore). Live bids will be accepted in person or by phone the day of the auction — in addition to the event at the church, a live auction is planned on KMOG from 2 p.m. to 6 p.m. Proceeds benefit Time Out Shelter, Payson Community Kids and the PUMC missions. For more information, contact Jeanne Estes at 602-859-9275 or Nancy Landino at 928-468-0026.

First Friday music

The Community Presbyterian Church, 800 W. Main St., Payson will celebrate First Friday from 5 p.m. to 7 p.m., Friday, May 6 with Windstrum, a local duo featuring Bette Acker on Native American flute and David Diamond on guitar. Lasagna will be served for donations. For more information, call the church office at 928-474-2059.

At the Mazatzal Casino

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 Outdooring March 7-May 8: Grand Prize Drawings for $6,000 Hunter’s Dream Gift Card May 5, Mahindra XTV 1000s May 6, Boat & Trailer May 7, Second Chance Cash Drawings May 8 from 3 p.m. to 5:40 p.m. The more you play, the more entries you earn. • Mother’s Day Buffet $16: Sunday, May 8 from 11 a.m. to 8 p.m. in the Cedar Ridge Restaurant. • Neon Circus Brooks & Dunn Tribute: May 21, 9:30 p.m. Tickets $15 in advance, $20 day of show.

At the Payson Library

The Payson Public Library is planning a variety of special activities during May. • Youngsters ages 2 and older are invited to the Payson Public Library, 328 N. McLane Rd., at 2 p.m., Saturday, May 7 for a program of Mother’s Day stories, songs and crafts. • Free computer classes, for ages 16 and older, 2 p.m. to 3:30 p.m., Thursdays; topics include: basic keyboard and mouse skills, learning the Internet, basic skills part 2, email and more. To learn more, stop by the library or call 928-474-9260.

Benefit golf tournament

The Payson Christian School’s Annual Golf Tournament is May 7 at the Payson Golf Course. Participation costs are: $320 for a foursome; $85 single golfer; $10 lunch after tournament for non-golfers at noon; $100 to advertise at a hole (please provide sign); $400 to sponsor a foursome and get an advertisement at a hole (please provide sign). Contact the school at 928-474-8050 or email pccs@paysonchristianschool.org to golf, donate raffle prizes or advertise at the tournament.

Threadplayers show

The Rim Country’s Threadplayers will have an exhibition of fiber art and quilts at the Payson campus of Gila Community College from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m., Saturday, May 7 and Sunday, May 8. Admission is $2 per person. Payson GCC is at 201 N. Mud Springs Road, off East Highway 260.

Democrats host House candidate

Candidate for the Arizona House of Representatives Alex Martinez will speak at Tiny’s Restaurant, 600 E. Highway 260, Payson, at noon, Tuesday, May 10. Martinez has been a teacher, principal, and school superintendent, as well as an enlisted serviceman with the Navy Reserve and a Navy Reserve commissioned officer. Come to hear of his experience and learn how cuts in public funding affect students and local economies.   The program is sponsored by the Democratic Women of Rim Country. For more, information, call 928-468-1115.

Forest restoration public meeting

Tommie Martin, Gila County Supervisor D-1, and co-chair of the Four Forest Restoration Initiative (4FRI), hosts a pub-

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lic information meeting for the U.S. Forest Service 4FRI Core Team to present its draft proposed action plan for the Rim Country Forest Restoration Environmental Impact Study at 6 p.m., Tuesday, May 10 at Payson Messinger Funeral Home, 901 S. Westerly Rd., Payson. The EIS is part of an effort to address forest thinning in the Rim Country. This effort is in its early stages and this meeting is to obtain early input from the community before the formal planning process begins. For more information, call 928-978-1315.

U.S. Senate candidate is Tea Party guest Alex Meluskey, candidate for the U.S. Senate seat currently held by John McCain, is the guest speaker at the Payson Tea Party from 6 p.m. to 7:45 p.m., Tuesday, May 10 at Tiny’s Restaurant, 600 E. Highway 260. After he presents his platform, he will entertain questions. For more information, call 928-951-6774.

Lunch and Learn

The Banner High Country Seniors will have a Lunch and Learn program on diabetes from 11:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m., Wednesday, May 11. The presenter is John Hancock, CDE. There are approximately 30 million people in the United States who live with diabetes. It is a disease in which the body either does not produce enough insulin (Type 1) or the body becomes unable to use insulin (Type 2). Find out more about diabetes, the symptoms and treatment. Banner High Country Seniors is at 215 N. Beeline Highway. The Lunch and Learn program is free, however reservations must be made at least 24 hours in advance. Call 928-472-9290 to reserve a seat.

Veterans Service Officer visits Robert Thompson, Veterans Service Officer with the Arizona Department of Veterans Services will be at the DES office, 100 N. Tonto St., Suite 1100, Payson Thursday, May 12. Appointments will be seen from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m., with walk-ins seen on a time available basis. The appointments are one-hour long. Contact Robert Thompson at 602-6273261 to schedule appointments.

Local Mule Deer Foundation meeting scheduled Area residents who care about the declining numbers of Rim Country’s mule deer population, deer hunting, and/or wildlife conservation efforts are invited to attend a meeting at 6 p.m., Thursday, May 12 at the

Pizza Factory party room. The Pizza Factory is near Bashas’ at 238 E. Highway 260, Payson. For more information, go online to the Rim Country AZ, Mule Deer Foundation Facebook page.

AARP Smart Driver Course The next AARP Smart Driver Course is from 9:45 a.m. to 3 p.m., Saturday, May 14 at the Banner High Country Seniors, 215 N. Beeline Highway. The day includes 1-hour lunch break. To register, call 928-472-9290 or register in person at Banner High Country Seniors. AARP members pay $15; non-members pay $20, cash or check, due on the day of class. The class is designed for those 50 or older, but it is open to all people 18 and over. Participation may qualify you for a discount on vehicle insurance.

Wildlife Fair The 22nd Annual Wildlife Fair is from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m., Saturday, May 14 at Green Valley Park. There is no admission. Arizona Game and Fish; the Payson Ranger District; Payson Parks, Recreation & Toursim; and the Mogollon Sporting Association sponsor the event, giving guests a chance to get a close look at animals and learn about area wildlife.

Payson Choral Society spring concert is May 14 The spring concert of the Payson Choral Society is at 4 p.m., Saturday, May 14 and 2 p.m., Sunday, May 15 at the Payson High School Auditorium. The theme is “In the Spirit” and features a lively, toe-tapping, finger-snapping production directed by Daria Mason, with accompaniment by Lisa Tan. Winners of the group’s annual scholarship auditions will present their winning selections as part of the concert. Tickets purchased in advance are $8 for adults or $10 at the door. All students 18 and under will be admitted free. Tickets can be bought from Society members, at the Rim Country Regional Chamber of Commerce and at the Payson Public Library. For more information, call John Landino at 928-468-0023.

Shelby School sets informational program The Shelby School in Tonto Village is a state chartered and tuition-free institution. Find out more about it and its “Accesses Academics through the Arts” at a meeting Wednesday, May 18 at the Payson Public Library, 328 N. McLane Rd. Come at 6 p.m. for refreshments and a mix-and-mingle with

staff members. A presentation is slated for 6:30 p.m., followed by a question and answer session. The Shelby School is putting on an original one-act play, “All Together Now,” a lively show full of fables and folktales complete with morals, singing and dance. Shows are at 1 p.m., Wednesday, May 11 and at 6:30 p.m.,Thursday, Friday and Saturday, May 12, 13 and 14. The school is at 248 W. Standage Dr., Tonto Village. For admission, bring a can or box of food to be donated to Payson Community Kids.

Community Yard Sale

The Community Yard Sale, sponsored by Community Presbyterian Church, is from 7 a.m. to noon, Saturday, May 21 at 800 W. Main St. (corner of Oak and Main), Payson. Booth spaces go quickly, so reserve a 10-foot-by-19-foot space now for just $10. For details and reservations, call the church office at 928-474-2059. Proceeds from booth rentals go to the Deacons Assistance Program, working through St. Vincent de Paul, to serve local families in need with financial assistance for utilities, rent, and prescriptions, and to the Deacon’s Food Pantry.

Volunteers needed for Mogollon Monster Mudda

The Town of Payson Parks, Recreation & Tourism department needs help with the June 3-4 Mogollon Monster Mudda at the event center. Volunteer registration staff and course marshals are needed. To learn more, email tourism@paysonaz.gov or call 928-4725110. About 125 volunteers are needed and each will receive a commemorative T-shirt. To sign-up to help, you can go to the website JustServe.org as well as contacting the Park, Recreation & Tourism office.

Howard Alden, one of the greatest jazz guitarists working today, performs in Payson at 2 p.m., Sunday, May 22. He will work with other artists, including Devon Bridgewater, violin, trumpet; Steve Douglas, upright string bass; and Gerry Reynolds, drums. This is the second time Alden has shared his gifts with Rim Country residents and visitors courtesy of the Payson Friends of jazz. The performance is at the Community Presbyterian Church, 800 W. Main St. A donation of $5 is requested at the door to help defray expenses and reservations are recommended. Contact Reynolds to reserve a seat at Gerry-Reynolds@hotmail.com.

Elks plan craft fair, flea market

The Payson Elks Lodge Crafts Fair/Flea Market is Saturday, May 28. Applications are still being accepted. The cost to participate is $20. Pick up an application at the Lodge, 1206 N. Beeline Highway, or call 928-474-2572 for more information.

Library bookstore sale

During May, the Library Friends of Payson Bookstore is offering a buy one hardcover and get any other hardcover or large paperback at half-price. There is no limit on the number of half-price books. As always, the second, etc. item must be of equal or lesser value. Bookstore stock is constantly changing, so stop by often. All proceeds directly support the library. The LFOP Bookstore is located to the right of the circulation desk just inside the Payson Public Library, 328 N. McLane Rd. For more information, visit the Library Friends of Payson website at www.libraryfriendsofpayson.org.

Hospital volunteers needed

Banner Payson Medical Center is looking for volunteers. Work in a variety of areas is available. If you are interested in volunteering and spreading kindness, contact Volunteer Services at 928-472-1268. Volunteer Services is excited about the new look for the Gift Shop and would welcome anyone who would like to volunteer there.

Spring Rodeo is May 20-21

The Annual Gary Hardt Memorial Rodeo takes place on Friday and Saturday, May 20 and 21 at the Payson Event Center on Highway 87 across from the Mazatzal Casino. Friday night is the “Tough Enough to Wear Pink performance, where cowboys and fans alike wear pink to help local breast cancer support groups. For all wearing pink, one dollar per fan and $3 per contestant is donated to the local groups. Salt River Rodeo, with some of the top bulls and bucking stock in the West, is the stock contractor. More than 200 professional rodeo contestants are expected to compete for this year’s event. Performances start at 7 p.m., with gates opening at 5 p.m. for some pre-rodeo entertainment.

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Friday • Julia Randall Elementary Book Fair: 7 a.m. to 7 p.m.; carnival, 4 p.m. to 7 p.m. • 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. • Senior plays at PHS: 4 p.m., Studio Theatre, $5 students, $6 adults • First Friday at Presbyterian Church: music, dinner, 5 p.m. to 7 p.m., donations recommended

Saturday • Threadplayers exhibit, Payson GCC campus, 9 a.m. to 5 p.m., $2 • Pine Library: 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. • Payson Public Library: 10 a.m. to 5 p.m; Mother’s Day activities for children, 2 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 • Senior plays at PHS: 7 p.m., Studio Theatre

Looking ahead

• Threadplayers exhibit, Payson GCC campus, 9 a.m. to 5 p.m., $2 • Rim Country Museum: 1 p.m. to 4 p.m., 700 Green Valley Pkwy. • Bingo: 1 p.m., Elks Lodge, open to the public

• Payson Public Library: 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. • Rim Country Museum: 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., 700 Green Valley Pkwy.

• Payson Public Library: 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. • Pine Library: 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. • Environment Impact Study for area Four Forest Restoration Initiative: 6 p.m., Payson Messinger Funeral Home, 901 S. Westerly Dr., Payson

May 11-14 • Shelby School play, 1 p.m. Wednesday, 6:30 p.m. ThursdaySaturday, Tonto Village May 14 • Wildlife Fair: 10 a.m. to 3 p.m., Green Valley Park May 14 and 15 • Payson Choral Society Spring Concert: 4 p.m., May 14; 2 p.m., May 15, PHS auditorium, 928-4680023 for details

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PAYSON ROUNDUP

OPINION

4A Friday, May 6, 2016

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Rim Country’s future at stake

• May 8, 1792: Congress passes the second portion of the Militia Act, requiring that every free able-bodied white male citizen between the ages of 18 and 45 be enrolled in the militia. • May 7, 1915: The British ocean liner Lusitania is torpedoed without warning by a German submarine off Ireland, sinking within 20 minutes. More than 1,100 people perished, including more than 120 Americans, hastening the U.S. entry into World War I. • May 6, 1970: Hundreds of colleges and universities across the nation shut down as thousands of students join a nationwide campus protest. The protests were a reaction to the shooting of four students at Kent State University by National Guardsmen during an anti-Vietnam War demonstration. • May 7, 1997: A report released by the U.S. government said that Switzerland provided Nazi Germany with equipment and credit during World War II. Germany exchanged for gold what had been plundered or stolen. Switzerland did not comply with postwar agreements to return the gold.

The U.S. Forest Service on Tuesday will hold a crucial public hearing on a plan to thin forests throughout Rim Country as part of the Four Forest Restoration Initiative (4FRI). The meeting will last from 6 p.m. to 8 p.m. at Messinger Payson Funeral Home on Westerly Road off Main Street in Payson. We hope you’ll take the time to attend, since Payson’s survival is at stake. Officially, the Forest Service will be seeking comment on the draft of an Environmental Impact Statement on a plan to thin tree thickets on nearly a million acres. This represents the second installment of the 4FRI project area. The first batch of forest studied and effectively certified for clearing lay mostly around Flagstaff and the Grand Canyon. This second installment is centered squarely on Rim Country. The plan calls for reducing average tree densities from something like 500 to 1,000 trees per acre to something closer to 100 trees per acre. The 4FRI approach relies on offering a contractor a long-term guarantee of enough wood to justify the huge investment needed in building mills and bio-fuel plants needed to turn a profit on the hundreds of millions of small trees that now pose an existential threat to the survival of every single community in the forests of Northern Arizona — including all of Rim Country. A century of mismanagement compounded by longer, more severe droughts caused by the rising average temperatures has left millions of acres terribly vulnerable to crown fires, like the Rodeo-Chediski Fire that very nearly consumed Show Low. Granted, Good Earth, the company with a 10-year contract, has struggled to clear and develop the infrastructure needed to clear the roughly 300,000 acres already covered by the first EIS. The project has fallen some two years behind schedule, a cause for grave concern. Nonetheless, the innovative, large-scale attempt to do an environmental assessment on nearly 1 million acres all at once offers the kind of innovative approach necessary to save our forests — and our communities. The EIS the Forest Service will unveil in Payson on Tuesday includes a mixture of controlled burns and mechanical thinning. It envisions the restoration of 184 springs, 350 miles of streamside habitat and great expanses of meadows. Not only will 4FRI dramatically reduce the chances of a forest-destroying, town-consuming crown fire, it will protect watersheds and protect wildlife. The project area includes the watershed of the C.C. Cragin Reservoir, on which Payson’s economic future depends. So take the time to swing by and listen to the plan. Make sure the Forest Service understands that you understand that the future of everything we hold dear depends on them finally getting it right.

Budget tradeoffs

Balanced budget. Like that. Adequate reserves. Like that. Money for abused kids. Like that a lot. Abandoning sick kids. Don’t like that. Dwindling universities. Don’t like that. Putting tax cuts ahead of schools. Don’t like that at all. The Legislature’s budget that Gov. Doug Ducey has probably signed by the time you read this remains a badly mixed bag. On the plus side, lawmakers have made tough decisions to create a stable, balanced budget after the disaster of the Great Recession, which cut state revenues by a third and forced devastating reductions in most state services. We did not envy them any of those decisions. On the minus side, lawmakers and Gov. Doug Ducey have shown far more concern for corporations than for our children. The tax cuts heaped on corporations have siphoned off roughly $350 million annually — enough money to settle the inflation adjustment lawsuit for schools without dipping into the State Land Trust. Moreover, we can’t figure the logic in rejecting federal funding to provide health care for 30,000 low-income children, cutting state support for universities to the bone or allowing Arizona to slip to 50th in per-student funding. It looks an awful lot like lawmakers like tax cuts for the special interests funding their campaigns more than they dislike starving the school system. And we don’t like that at all.

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Budget has first true structural balance in a decade Senator Sylvia Tenney Allen

true, structural balance in the state of Arizona in a decade. Even with new spending, FY 2016 “But how is this legal plunder to be iden- ends with a $225 million balance, and doesn’t tified? Quite simply, see if the law takes touch the $460 million Rainy Day Fund. This from some persons what belongs to them and proposal not only is structurally balanced with a gives it to other persons to whom it does not cash balance for 2017, it is structurally balanced belong. See if the law benefits one citizen at with a cash balance for 2018 and 2019. And the expense of another…” — Fredric Bastiat, those balances are based on revenue projections from the non-partisan FAC (Finance Advisory The Law Finally we are passing the state budget for Committee). Some highlights from the budget. FY 2016-2017. We are spending a grand total of Child Safety: $67 million in 2016 $9.579 billion. The Democrats started budget and another $52 million in new out by proposing an amendment to spending for 2017. repeal all tax cuts so that we could betK-12 — In addition to the $306 milter fund the needs of the people. lion increase based on Prop. 123’s Do you know how much a billion is? passage: $132 million in new formuIf you were to start counting by one la funding; $31 million for Current dollar bills it would take you 31 years, Year funding backfill, for the so-called 251 days, 7 hours, 46 minutes and 39 Empty Seats Fund; $5 million for a pilot seconds to count to one billion. program for College Credit Incentives; It took us one day to spend $9.6 bil$6.5 million for phase-out of multi-site lion and then we are being told it is not Sylvia Allen charter school weight; $30 million in enough money. I believe we need to be grateful for the revenue that has been provided new money to School Facilities Board for building renewal; $23 million for new construction at from our citizens, and I believe it is enough! A very basic economic principle is the more Agua Fria and Chandler; $29 million is restored money we leave in the private market the more for Joint Technical Education Districts; $1.2 milmoney can be generated. The more the people/ lion for district-sponsored charter schools. Universities: $32 million increase in 2017; businesses keep the more the private market produces. The money is spread around through $200 million more as a repayment of the universithe buying of products and for the needs of their ty rollover. This will be the equivalent of onetime family. That money generates tax revenue far cash to the universities. $91m ASU, $79m U of A, beyond the tax cuts we would have kept. Most $30m NAU. Public Safety: $23 million to establish Border importantly, I believe what Frederic Bastiat said, “Government is the great fiction, through which Strike Force; $4.6 million for pay raises for DPS everybody endeavors to live at the expense of officers and civilian staff. everybody else.” Transportation: $86.5 million for transportaHere is the good news. tion, in addition to the existing $30 million for FY 2017 projects a cash balance of $67 million local HURF; Maricopa County drivers will see a and a structural balance of $2 million, the first $3 dollar reduction in vehicle emissions fee. by

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Taxes: Tax credit for giving to charities is being doubled, to $400 for individuals and $800 for couples. Veterans: $10 million for new veterans home in Flagstaff. I still see the need for improvement. I would rather reform our welfare programs to help people become self-sufficient, not just receive a monthly check. I feel we need to down-size our budget. As I was going through the pages of the “feed” bill, I saw over 30 boards and commissions we fund. I support reform of some of these boards, having them move to the private sector and have their own associations manage them. I am grateful that we have very little pork in our budget, but two examples are listed below. We are helping to pay debt service to the Phoenix convention center of $20.5 million each year which past legislators committed our state General Fund until 2030. Rio Nuevo multipurpose facility district in Tucson is another debacle that we are committed to fund at $10 million for four more years. I have voted twice to stop these payments. Next year, the budget will have $1.5 million going each year for the next 30 years to the Department of Tourism for advertising the Phoenix International Raceway. I voted no. I don’t support these types of appropriations. Over all, I am pleased with our budget. I thank Senate President Andy Biggs for his leadership and example of staying within our revenue bounds and trying to stop the growth of government while still funding the state’s constitutional requirements. In the end you must have the votes to pass any budget, and it’s an interesting process to watch, one I plan to write a book about. Thank you to all the Arizona taxpayers for your generous support of government, and thank you to all the true conservatives in the Legislature who each year holds the bottom line.

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Nothing but potholes now Editor: Twelve years ago when we explored Payson as a possible place to retire from the stress of larger cities, pollution and crowded streets, we were very impressed. We particularly noticed the well-maintained streets; not just the highways, but the side streets as well. It is a different story now with large bumps, holes, crumbling edges of the streets and squiggles to patch cracks and holes rather than actually being maintained. Not enough funds? Apparently there is $20,000 in taxes to fund a fireworks show. I don’t know how far that would go to improving our streets, but it would be a start. Just a suggestion! Ed Freeman

Safeway cool in crisis Editor: On Friday, April 1, 2016, I went shopping at our Payson Safeway. When I walked in, I noticed there were many people waiting at the checkout area. I thought there must be a huge sale that I was not aware of. I continued to shop and when I decided

to check out, there were still many people waiting. Unfortunately, there was a computer problem and only a few registers were operable and very slow at that. I want to applaud our Payson Safeway staff for the way they handled a difficult situation. We were offered cookies while waiting and the staff remained calm. The customers waiting in line all seemed to understand and it gave us a chance to slow down and visit with people that we may never have had the chance to. I came out of the store very proud of our Safeway and just wanted to take the time to thank the staff for handling a situation that could have been frustrating for everyone! Nina Ray

Errors in story Editor: Roundup readers should know the Department of Child Safety is making huge strides to serve Arizona by keeping children safe, and working to provide loving homes. However, a recent article took some factual liberties with some information about DCS. The “Not Investigated” scandal of several years ago has been dealt with and 100 percent of DCS cases are assigned. There are no uninvestigated

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cases in the backlog. The backlog represents cases that have needed paperwork documentation for over 60 days or no services have been provided, but all of the cases are being investigated. And there’s more encouraging news: The backlog is now below 10,000, and calls to the hotline get answered in about 35 seconds, not three minutes. We respond to reports 14 percent more rapidly, and our wait times for people to get services have dropped 82 percent since July of 2015. Employee turnover mirrors that of private child service agencies in the state. It’s still too high at about 34 percent, but it’s not the 50 percent erroneously cited in the story. And the Roundup’s figures about kids in out of home care literally don’t add up. The total nears 19,000 kids, about 2,800 of whom (not 7,600) are in group care and need a foster home. And that’s what really matters, doing the work to get more kids in a loving home. All of these statistics represent hard work on the part of DCS staff and they mean our professional staff have more time to help kids and families. May is Foster Awareness Month, and we hope that readers will join us in supporting our amazing foster families, who represent every demographic of society. And for those who may consider the incredible rewards of being a foster, we would urge you to go to www.keepazkidssafe.org to learn more. Doug Nick, Chief PIO, Department of Child Safety Editor’s note: The 50 percent turnover rate was based on figures used in a legislative hearing last year. The breakdown of kids in state care and the figure on the current backlog came from an interview posted online with the DCS director done several months ago. We agree that the state has a critical need for safe and nurturing homes, which was one reason we ran the sidebar article and the editorial on the efforts of DCS to deal with this crisis.

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Lawmakers adopt austere budget by

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The Arizona Legislature on a straight party-line vote this week adopted a $9.6 billion budget with roughly $168 million in new spending — most of it going to child welfare and safety programs. The budget plan largely holds the line on spending and protects a roughly $1 billion surplus, a dramatic turnaround from a few years ago when state spending fell by a third and the budget deficit ballooned past $1 billion. Payson Unified School District Superintendent Greg Wyman said the budget turned into his “best case scenario,” providing voters approve Proposition 123 in May. Lawmakers put off a shift to current-year funding for enrollment, which will save the district an estimated $300,000. Lawmakers also postponed a cut in funding for schools like Payson with district-funded charter schools, which will save Payson $126,000 in the upcoming budget year. “The state budget is still only one part of the issues associated with the district’s budget,” said Wyman. “The other major issue

facing our budget will be the fate of Proposition 123. We will be able to finalize the budget after the May 17th election.” Payson’s “best case” budget scenario includes an average 4 percent raise for all its employees, the first in seven years. It also includes money for five more elementary school teachers, money for coaches’ stipends, a new school bus and other long-deferred needs. However, much of the debate over the budget centered on the refusal to cancel or postpone tax cuts when the state remains 50th in per-student funding, with no move to restore the funding cuts imposed during the recession. The spending plan included an additional $8 million tax cut for businesses and continued phasing in a corporate tax cut that will cost an estimated $75 million next year. The corporate tax cuts phased in since the recession total an estimated $350 million annually. Lawmakers did increase university spending by $32 million, about a third of what they cut last year. State funding for universities has declined dramatically in the past five years, as tuition

rates have doubled. The increase for universities included $5 million for Freedom University programs at Arizona State University and the University of Arizona, to study and advocate libertarian approaches to government and education funding. Lawmakers rejected the restoration of KidsCare, which would have made an estimated 30,000 low-income children eligible for the Arizona Health Care Cost Containment System. The federal government would have paid the full cost for the program expansion. Arizona is the only state that has rejected the offer of federal money to provide health care coverage for low-income children. Legislative Republicans rejected every effort by legislative Democrats to win changes in the budget package worked out behind closed doors by Republican legislative leaders. At one point, Republicans hastened to approve key portions of the budget as Democrats met in another room to discuss the legislation. Democrats had pleaded with Republicans to delay phase-in of the corporate tax cuts to free up $116 million for K-12 schools,

to restore cuts made last year. Republicans rejected those proposed amendments. The spending plan did include significant increases for the Department of Child Safety, struggling with rising reports of abuse and neglect and persistent backlog of about 10,000 cases and a caseworker turnover rate of about 35 percent annually. The budget also included money to implement Proposition 123 if voters approve the measure in May. The ballot measure would settle an inflation adjustment lawsuit by providing about $350 million in additional money for K-12 schools, about 60 percent of it from increased distributions from the State Land Trust — which is already reserved for schools. The budget included assorted controversial, sometimes little known provisions. For instance, the spending plan would establish a loan-guarantee program to help for-profit corporations build charter schools. Rep. Eddie Farnsworth (R-Gilbert) opposed that bill, saying it was unconstitutional — although he’s president of the for-profit Benjamin Franklin Charter Schools.

Longhorns move toward championship From page 1A the pitching ace like Adele to the pop charts. And she turned in a performance that matched the best games of her phenomenal sisters — Arissa and Arianna — surely the two best pitchers in program history. The 10th-grader limited the Thunderbirds to just three hits. She retired the first 15 batters she faced before Alicia Rhodes broke up her bid for a perfect game with a bunt single to lead off the top of the sixth. Michelle Gonzales followed with a single just out of second baseman Bryndee Hall’s reach. Rhodes wound up scoring on a wild pitch. Paulson walked the potential tying run, but then stranded two baserunners before allowing only one batter to get on base in the final inning. Paulson struck out nine and walked one. Paulson also played a key role with the bat, going 2-for-3 with a run-scoring single and a run in the big third inning that decided the game. Payson scored all three of its runs in the third inning.

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Becky Bauer raises a cloud of dust as she slides into third. The Longhorns showed the grit and ability to explode that has distinguished their season in the third inning. A error by Thunderbird put Becky Bauer on base. That set the Longhorns on fire, with Jewel Johnson, Paulson and Kalea Smith all picking up hits. Payson nearly blew the game open in the next inning with four hits, but opponents generally don’t fold in the playoffs. Mohave pulled itself together and man-

aged to smother the Longhorns’ rally with a double play. But the Horns showed champion mettle of their own, behind Paulson’s pinpoint pitching. Mohave managed one run, but Payson refused to crack — showing the tenacity and poise the girls have built on all season. The Longhorns finished with eight hits. Payson earned the No. 5 seed for the 32-team tournament. Mohave was No. 12.

The winner of tonight’s game moves on to the semifinals at 10 a.m. on Saturday at Rose Mofford to take on the winner of the game between No. 1 Yuma Cibola and No. 24 Nogales. The championship game is set for 6:30 p.m. on Tuesday, May 10 at Arizona State University’s Farrington Softball Stadium. Tonight’s game against Snowflake is a rematch of the Section 1 championship game in Payson that the Longhorns won 8-6. Snowflake, the No. 4 seed, scored two runs in the bottom of the seventh inning to rally past No. 13 Prescott Valley Bradshaw Mountain 9-8 on Thursday. Tonight’s other quarterfinal games feature No. 2 Florence Poston Butte against No. 7 Tucson Catalina Foothills and No. 3 Mohave Valley River Valley against No. 11 Phoenix Bourgade Catholic. The winners meet in the semifinals at 10 a.m. on Saturday. See Tuesday’s Roundup for full coverage and check our website for updates on Friday night and then on Saturday if the Longhorns advance.

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Frozen vegetable recall reaches Payson From page 1A 35 U.S. states and four provinces of Canada. Arizona was one of the states listed. The FDA said the 358 products sold under 42 different brands included organic and non-organic broccoli, butternut squash, carrots, cauliflower, corn, edamame, green beans, Italian beans, kale, leeks, lima beans, onions, peas, pepper strips, potatoes, potato medley, root medley, spinach, sweet potatoes, various vegetable medleys, blends, and stir fry packages. Fruits were not immune. Frozen blueberries, cherries, cranberries, peaches, raspberries and strawberries were also affected. Numerous brands sold at Safeway have been affected according to the FDA. Safeway did not respond to requests for a full list of all the brands affected, but these are some listed by the FDA — the O Organics brand, Signature Kitchens, Safeway and Safeway Kitchens brands of frozen vegetables and fruits. Walmart’s brands of Great Value and Wild Oats frozen fruits and vegetables have also been affected. The FDA has a longer list of brands affected. Local store managers referred calls to the Walmart corporate offices, which had not responded to a call from the Roundup at press time. Bashas’ staff said the market pulled all the affected products from the shelf as soon as the store received the notice. The local store also referred the Roundup to its corporate offices for a list of brands affected, however, the Roundup did not receive a call back by press time.

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PUBLIC NOTICE Request for Qualified Contractors The Town of Payson, Community Development Department hereby gives notice of an upcoming invitation for General Contractors licensed in the State of Arizona by the Arizona State Registrar of Contractors, to place bids on two single family remodel projects that are soon to be advertised for construction to commence within the next 30-60 days. These projects are being funded through the Town of Payson’s Residential Rehab program, made available through a Community Development Block Grant awarded through the Arizona Department of Housing for rehabilitation, or replacement, of existing residential structures in need of such work. This is being done in an attempt to reduce blight and provide safe and decent housing within the Town of Payson for qualified applicants. For additional information on this process and to be added to the project bid list: please visit the Town of Payson Community Development Office located at 303 N. Beeline Hwy., Payson, AZ 85541 to pick up a contractor application, between the hours of 7:00 AM and 5:00 PM, Monday-Thursday, on or before Tuesday, May 17, 2016. The department may also be contacted by phone, by dialing (928) 472-5038.

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After 51 years in business, Payson Concrete and Materials, Inc. remains pretty much the same. From the owners to the staff, the business is as solid as the materials it sells. George Randall opened the business in 1965 with his younger brothers Robert and Fred Randall. Today, the men are still running the business, with Robert at their location in Pine, Fred

at their Tonto Basin yard and George heading up the plant east of Payson at 1900 E. Highway 260. And there are no plans to close anytime soon, with their sons planning to keep the business going once their fathers retire. George and his brothers were raised in Pine on a ranch. George started working for his cousin who owned a concrete plant. He eventually bought his trucks and took over the business. They started with a small office on West Aero Drive in what is now a Southwest Behavioral building.

They sold ready mix concrete, materials and Amphicats, small all-terrain vehicles. The Amphicats didn’t sell well, so George dropped the product and stuck with what they had always done best, concrete and aggregate. Some 20 years ago, they moved to the 35-acre yard between Payson and Star Valley. Today, the business employs 35 people, including foreman John Chilson, who has been with the Randalls some 45 years. There is also Kim Turney, who

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Voters may decide minimum wage boost by

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In addition to the presidential election, Arizona may have another important decision to make on the ballot come November. This one might set a new minimum wage for the state. Two organizations have launched efforts to bring the issue to the ballot, although they differ in their approaches. Living United for Change in Arizona, a community activist group, wants to raise the minimum wage to $10 an hour in 2017 and $12 an hour in 2020. The current wage is $8.05. The group needs 150,642 valid signatures by July 7 to get its initiative on the ballot. The Arizona Restaurant Association, a nonprofit organization led by President and CEO Steve Chucri, has a different solution.

“We have to have one universal wage, which would be $9.50 over the course of four years,” Chucri said. Instead of getting signatures, association leaders hope to refer the measure to the ballot through legislative approval. The full Senate and House would still need to approve the measure, House Concurrent Resolution 2014. Chucri said there is a domino effect in raising the wage to $12. “What you’ll find is that if you take that $2 or $3, and you multiply times the average of 30 hours per week times 30 employees per restaurant, that number is almost $150,000 a year,” Chucri said. Tomas Robles, executive director of LUCHA, said raising the minimum wage to $9.50 an hour is still not enough to “take care of our workers.” “Frankly, if you’re working full time, and

you’re living at the poverty line or below or not able to make ends meet, then there’s something very wrong with that,” he said. Both groups have met to try to hammer out a compromise, but the two sides could not reach an agreement. “We understand what they’re trying to do,” Chucri said. “In many ways, it’s the same thing we’re trying to do, we just have two different ways of getting there. And at the end of the day when the dust settled, we just weren’t able to agree upon a certain wage. They wanted a higher wage than we could afford.” Robles said he’s confident it will have success this fall season. “We feel that our initiative is the best initiative for workers. And once we educate our voters about exactly what the other initiative does, they’ll see it’s a bad deal for workers,” Robles said.

State bans local bans on short-term rentals by Zac Pacleb and Chloe Nordquist cronkite news service

JEROME – Glen Odegard spent more than a year repairing and renovating a historic home in Jerome after a mudslide left it vacant for more than a half century. For the past three years, tourists have rented out the house. The town of Jerome declared the rentals illegal — but a new state law would protect the rights of people to rent their homes, in spite of local ordinances. Most cities throughout Arizona allow the practice, and many officials seem to encourage it. The bill introduced by Sen. Debbie Lesko, R-Glendale allows short-term rental services — like Airbnb and VBRO — but does allow towns and counties to tax the operations. Doing so would make it easier for these businesses to operate in Arizona and elevate the “sharing economy” — a concept Gov. Doug Ducey

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promotes. Supporters said homeowners have a right to offer these rentals, and it’s good for the economy. Yet critics said the state has no business involving itself in local issues, and the move has angered communities that want to push back against the rental practice. But in early 2015, Jerome officials told him he could not operate as a short-term rental business, Odegard said. “My case is unique here,” Odegard said. “I went through all the building permit processes and everything with the town of Jerome, and they issued me a building permit and a business license for three years. Then after three years, they came back and said, ‘You (are no) longer allowed to rent it as a vacation rental.’ So the fact that they didn’t tell me before hand was kinda unnerving to me.” Odegard and four other property owners took action against the ban. Jared Blanchard, an attor-

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McDonald’s coffee grounds go to schools Arizona McDonald’s “McCafé School Gardens Grow!,” a coffee grounds recycling initiative is helping teach Arizona students about the importance of recycling and reuse. McDonald’s restaurants are partnering with schools statewide to recycle their used coffee grounds and help school gardens grow. Locally, Payson Elementary School is participating in the program and is picking up coffee grounds from the Payson McDonald’s restaurant. The new initiative is part of McDonald’s “Good Neighbor Good Grounds” recycling program, designed to divert used coffee grounds from the waste stream by promoting the reuse of coffee grounds to add nutrients to soil or compost. Some 140 schools with the Arizona Department of Education School Garden Program have already signed up and are currently utilizing their local McDonald’s coffee grounds in their gardens and composts. Payson McDonald’s owner Abe Martinez, Jr., is working with Payson schools. “Payson Elementary School is excited to be a part of McDonald’s coffee grounds recycling program to help our garden grow,” said Jane McDonald, Payson Elementary School kindergarten teacher. “Community partnerships like this are so important and I look forward to teaching my students the importance of recycling and reducing waste.” According to a recent waste assessment audit by Waste Management, a McDonald’s restaurant has 29.5 pounds of coffee grounds waste each day or 11,000 pounds a year. “Our McDonald’s restaurants serve a lot of coffee,” said Martinez. “The opportunity to partner with schools in our communities to reduce our coffee grounds waste is a win for everyone. We hope to expand this program this spring to the community for local gardens and composts. The majority of our certified coffee purchases are from Rainforest Alliance Certified farms, including 100 percent of our espresso in the U.S.

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County will spend $200,000 to repair Houston Mesa Road by

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Travelers along about a half-mile of Houston Mesa Road can expect improved conditions soon. At its May 3 meeting, the Gila County Board of Supervisors approved a request from its Public Works Division for an intergovernmental agreement with the Town of Payson to pave 2,140 linear feet of the Houston Mesa Road where the line is being installed to bring C.C. Cragin Reservoir water into the town’s system. The county will pay $200,000 to Payson, which will do the work. The county will use a portion of its voter-approved excise transportation tax to fund the work. As the installation of the water line requires new pavement on one lane of the road, the Public Works staff wants to use the opportunity to have the entire road improved. The town has already secured a contractor to do the work. “It will save the county in both time and money,” finance director Jeff Hessenius told the supervisors. Sanders said the work should start within a week or two. Another road issue before the BOS May 3 was a proposal to begin the process to abandon a portion of Roper/Verde Lane, a road in the Verde Glen 3 subdivision. Steve Sanders, director of Public Works, told the supervisors the Forest Service is concerned that visitors have tried to continue Roper Lane onto Tonto National Forest land and create roads

where no roads exist. Two existing forest roads within 500 feet of Roper Lane already provide access to the forest. “In addition to attempting to access the forest, visitors are turning around in residents’ yards and damaging private property adjacent to Roper Lane,” he said. The subdivision borders the East Verde River and visitors are looking for access to the river. Don Ascoli, a resident of Verde Glen, said he doesn’t think there’s a problem, since gates in place now block access. “It’s a bad plan,” he said. District 1 Gila County Supervisor Tommie Martin, who represents the area, said, “I think it needs to happen, but I want to make sure we have considered the locals’ wishes.” She expressed concern that the Forest Service had initiated the project and wondered if residents will still have a way out in the event of an emergency. The subdivision has a single road in and out. Gila County has complained for years to the Forest Service about the large number of subdivisions in the forest with only one route in — which would prove deadly in the case of an evacuation in the face of a wildfire. The Forest Service years ago promised to address the issue as part of its Travel Management Plan, but that effort has been stalled for years in the Tonto National Forest — one of the few forests in Arizona that has not yet finished the plan mandated by Congress years ago. Sanders said the Forest Service had not brought

up the safety access issue. “This just starts the process. We will need to get comments from residents and emergency responders,” Sanders said. District 3 Gila County Supervisor John Marcanti said, “Starting this will let the process proceed for decisions to be made.” In other business, the supervisors approved a request from the Gila County Sheriff’s Office to purchase 12 dashboard cameras for patrol vehicles. The $67,000 cost is budgeted for this fiscal year and brings the total to about 24, according to Sheriff Adam Shepherd. “This technology always help cases in proving either guilt or innocence,” he said. Martin said the addition of the cameras would enhance safety for both officers and the public. “Safety is paramount. Is there some way to monitor (the cameras) from a remote location?” asked Marcanti. Shepherd said the technology for monitoring the cameras, such as from dispatch, is available, but it is very expensive. “It is not too practical for us. But with like most technology, the price is likely to go down, so it may be something we will go toward,” Shepherd said. District 2 Gila County Supervisor Mike Pastor, chair of the BOS, asked if the GCSO is phasing the dash cameras into all its patrol vehicles. Shepherd said with the new cameras, about a third of the units in the field would be equipped with the technology.

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Payson will repair and pave half of Houston Mesa Road where work on the C.C. Cragin pipeline has damaged the road and Gila County will upgrade the other half.

Tonto National Monument visitors boost Rim Country’s economy

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The centuries old cliff dwellings protected by Tonto National Monument draw more than 37,000 visitors who spend more than $3 million on their visits.

A new National Park Service (NPS) report shows that 37,523 visitors to Tonto National Monument in 2015 spent $2.148 million in communities near the park. That spending supported 33 jobs in the local area and had a cumulative benefit to the local economy of $3 million. “Tonto National Monument welcomes visitors from across the country and around the world,” said Superintendent Duane Hubbard. “We are delighted to share the story of the Salado people within the beautiful environment of the Upper Sonoran Desert. National park tourism is a significant driver in the national economy, returning $10 for every $1 invested in the National Park Service, and it’s a big factor in our local economy as well. We appreciate the partnership and support of our neighbors and are glad to be able to give back by helping to sustain local communities.” The peer-reviewed visitor spending analysis was conducted by economists

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Catherine Cullinane Thomas of the U.S. Geological Survey and Lynne Koontz of the National Park Service. The report shows $16.9 billion of direct spending by 307.2 million park visitors in communities within 60 miles of a national park. This spending supported 295,000 jobs nationally; 252,000 of those jobs are found in these gateway communities. The cumulative benefit to the U.S. economy was $32 billion. According to the 2015 report, most park visitor spending was for lodging (31.1 percent) followed by food and beverages (20.2 percent), gas and oil (11.8 percent), admissions and fees (10.2 percent) and souvenirs and other expenses (9.8 percent). Report authors this year produced an interactive tool. Users can explore current year visitor spending, jobs, labor income, value added, and output effects by sector for national, state and local economies. Users can also view year-byyear trend data. The interactive tool and report are available at the NPS Social

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From the moment the Payson FFA chapter banquet started, tradition, respect and camaraderie infused the event. The opening ceremony requires officers to arrange themselves around the room, then answer questions posed by the vice president. The ceremony showcased both the pomp and tradition of this organization and students’ respect for their advisor. First officer announced, the sentinel. “I shall call the roll of officers, determine if they are at their stations and report back to you, Mr./Mdm. President — the sentinel?” says the vice president. “Stationed at the door,” says the sentinel. “Your duties there?” asks the vice president. “Through this door pass many friends of the FFA. It is my duty to see that the door is open to our friends at all times and that they are welcome. I care for the meeting room and paraphernalia. I strive to keep the room comfortable and assist the president in maintaining order,” responds the sentinel. The other officers from reporter to secretary, treasurer, pres-

nesses that support the students learning to how to feed and lead the world. FFA even has a board made up of former school board members, business and Rim Country agriculture families. FFA has something for everyone, said David Rutherford, the Payson FFA advisor and high school agricultural teacher. Rutherford said he has held the Payson FFA banquet at the casino for three years. “They felt like rock stars, said Rutherford. The banquet also allows FFA members a chance to express gratitude to the individuals, businesses, and families that support the program. “Thank you to all of our sponsors which you will hear about tonight,” said Jacob Brundage, FFA officer. But Brundage saved the most praise to the end. “Last, but not least, are the men and women who push us along, provide for our needs, and give us their unselfish love and devotion. Would all parents and relatives of FFA members please rise?” More than half the people in the audience rose.

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ident to the advisor all explain their position and duties. The FFA tradition in the United States started in 1928 in response to boys losing interest in farming. Founder Walter S. Newman felt that FFA would offer young men, “a greater opportunity for self-expression and for the development of leadership. In this way they will develop confidence in their own ability and pride in the fact that they are farm boys.” Girls joined the FFA in 1969 and now account for 45 percent of the FFA membership. In Payson, the FFA chapter uses this moment of the banquet to wrap up the year and recognize the accomplishments of its members. Throughout the year, FFA members participate in agriculture, leadership, and career training competitions. What the banquet helps to explain, FFA’s founders recognized that preparing future farmers went beyond agriculture, “it’s a science, it’s a business and it’s an art,” according to the official FFA website (https://www.ffa.org/ about/what-is-ffa/ffa-history). To witness and celebrate with the students, the audience included family members and busi-

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Means of Transportation. Prosecutor Matthew Greve said Thompson’s first case arose when the Gila County Sheriff’s Office found him stealing turquoise from the Sleeping Beauty Mine. In Thompson’s second case, the Globe Police Department investigated the theft of a credit card out of a vehicle and acquired video sur-

veillance of Thompson using the card shortly after the theft. In his third case, Thompson, a previously convicted felon, was found in possession of a shotgun. In the fourth case, Globe police officers were investigating a report of a stolen vehicle. Officers eventually located the vehicle in the parking lot of the Knight’s Inn. Thompson had the

vehicle keys and was staying inside the room registered with the stolen vehicle. In the fifth case, Thompson was seen driving a stolen Chevy Tahoe and fled from the police. Thompson abandoned the vehicle, but left his cell phone behind. After serving 9.5 years in state prison, he will spend four years on probation.

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F O R The following reports and arrests were released by the Payson Police Department and Gila County Sheriff’s Office. All persons listed in this report are innocent until proven guilty in a court of law. After reviewing cases, the Gila County Attorney’s Office often drops or modifies charges. If your name is listed and you are exonerated, please contact the Payson Roundup at editor@ payson.com. April 18 – Mark A Branham, 34, Phoenix – driving with a suspended/cancelled/revoked license; Vicki Helene Hamlett, 55, Star Valley – unlawful to consume liquor while driving or with in passenger compartment of a vehicle on the roadway; Male Juvenile, 15 – theft; Lonnie Licklider, 72,

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away fro the child’s home or parent, guardian or custodian; Shawn Justin Binghsee Lew Benjamin, 25, Payson – failure to appear-2nd degree and driving with a suspended/cancelled/ revoked license; Tylor Wilson, 24, Star Valley –warrant. April 21 – Jason Lee Gould, 47, Payson – domestic violence and disorderly conduct-fighting; Kathleen Marie Morrissey, 49, Payson – disorderly conduct-fighting. April 22 – Richard Bandin, 51, Transient/Payson – theft and camping in public place; Mark Ronald Viggiani, 49, Payson – aggravated assault with deadly weapon or dangerous instrument, assault-intentionally or recklessly causing physical injury and domestic violence.

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Payson. She loved cooking. She made every meal big enough to feed a small Army. Her favorite time to cook was at Thanksgiving. She passed away May 7th 2015 at the age of 76 due to health complications after Hip Surgery in late March. She fought long and hard to recover. Most of her family was by her side and others were enroute to the hospital. She was surrounded by her loved ones when she passed. Bev arranged ahead of time to have her whole body donated to the Science Care Center. Science Care donors contribute to a variety of medical research and educational projects. The family receives a letter after donation detailing current research and educational projects, and a tree is planted in honor of the donor at the one-year donation anniversary. She spoke often of her wish for a celebration of life to be held in her honor at the Rim when she passed on from this world. We are here to fulfill her wishes and to celebrate her life and the memories she leaves behind. No other Services were held. So in her memory, please give your “tender” an extra tip. And if you’re not into that, please donate to the Payson Human Society.

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Beverly Joanne Phillips In Loving Memory Our family will gather on May 07, 2016 to celebrate the life of our beloved mother, Beverly Joanne Phillips who has gone to be with her Father in Heaven. Born to Cecil and Ozelle Lovell on September 22, 1938. She was their only child. She leaves on this Earth 4 beautiful daughters and their loved ones: Cathie (Eddie), Cheri, Lori (Josh) and Alissa (Hank). She was a Grandmother of 12 and Great Grandmother of 9. She had a close relationship with her Grandchildren and was known to most of them as Grandma Flipflops. Bev moved from Estes Park, Colorado to Payson, Arizona, with her then Husband, Gary Phillips(Lefty), with Lori and Alissa in tow. At first, she was skeptical of Payson and whether or not she would be able to call it home, but soon developed a life-long love for it. Her first view of the town was from Star Valley as she descended from the Mogollan Rim. She saw Mountains and Pine Trees and was relieved that Payson looked like a beautiful place. Payson was where she would call her home for most of her life. Bev was a giver of many things, one of a kind. She always gave straight forward advice from the heart. Bartending was the perfect job for her. She gave many of her years to working at local Payson Establishments, including the Moose Lodge, The Spur & of course, La Casa. She dedicated a lot of her time to the Payson Rodeo Com-

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David Wise suddenly and unexpectedly died in his sleep at his home in Payson, May 3. He was preceded in death by a loving mother, Lois, and father, James. He is survived by: Candice, his wife of forty years; they were as one person. Matthew, his only child, Matt's wife Alison, and their children, David's grandchildren, Brecken and Landon; they were his great pride. Jim, his only brother, with whom he shared a room for thirteen years and better times later on. Ziggy, disconsolate, loyal his Schnauzer. David was born in Washington, DC and spent a year with his military family in Japan, but he was raised, educated, built a family with Candice, and spent his working life in Colorado. He was a star athlete (basketball, baseball, cross country) at Fountain High School. He graduated from Southern Colorado State College to which he biked 30 miles each day for two quarters and lived in a school bus for one. He received his MA from Western State College. David served 6 years in the Air Force and Air National Guard. He taught for a time in Salida, but for most of his teaching career, he specialized in math and science instruction for middle school in the

Ronald R. Carroll (65) passed away quietly at home in Payson on April 22, 2016, after a long illness. He is survived by his wife, Diane (Whennen) Carroll, a son from a previous marriage, Jonathan Carroll of Florida, and a granddaughter, Olivia Carroll of Florida. He has four surviving siblings, a twin brother, John Carroll (Anne Moran) of Gardnerville, Nevada, a brother, Jeff Carroll of Pollock Pines, California, sisters, Mary (Mike) Spidell and Laurie (Iain) Campbell, both also of Pollock Pines, California. He will be greatly missed by his lifelong best friends, Bus and Lynda Burge of southern California, and his step sons, Norman Davis, John Davis and family, and Rick Ryan and family, all of Phoenix. Ron was born in Michigan, but moved to southern California as a child and lived there most of his life. He worked in outside sales for ACI Glass for

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where he had a home built. He went into business with an associate and started DougBob’s Auto Repair in Payson. He later went to work for nine years at Checker Auto Parts in Payson where he was the Assistant Manager. Doug enjoyed motorcycles at an early age and owned Kawasaki’s and Harley Davidsons'. He also enjoyed riding his ATV and target shooting. Doug is survived by his exwife Lynda and son Edward (Barbara), two beautiful granddaughters, his brothers Tom and Bruce and uncles, aunts, nieces and nephews. He was predeceased by his parents, son Charles and sister Fran. A private celebration of Doug’s Life will be held. Donations can be made in Doug’s Name to the Humane Society in Payson.

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Douglas M. Buckner, 67 died March 27, 2016 at his home in Mesa Del/Payson, AZ after a lengthy illness. He was born in Cleveland, OH on Feb. 26, 1949 to Howard and Doris Buckner. Doug moved to Scottsdale in 1957 with his parents and siblings shortly after his 8th birthday. Doug graduated from Tempe High School in 1967 and then went on to college at Arizona State University where he majored in Engineering. He married his high school sweetheart Lynda and they had two children; Edward and Charles. After leaving ASU, Doug entered the automotive industry and was a mechanic for Valley VW and Nissan dealerships. His last place of employment in the valley was Rich Duncan’s Auto Repair in Tempe. Doug and his family eventually moved to Pine

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ORGANIZATIONS Payson Area Computer Club meets Friday

The next meeting of the Payson Area Computer Association is at 6:30 p.m., Friday, May 6 in the Payson Library meeting room (side entry door), 328 N. McLane Rd. The presentation on “E-mail Etiquette” will include the importance of using proper e-mail etiquette, managing your e-mail messages and e-mail folders, plus e-mail protection, and security tips. Visitors are welcome. Please note your first attended meeting is free. For more information about the association, please visit our website at www.pacaonline.net.

Tai Chi and Qigong

Tai Chi and Qigong classes are offered at 9 a.m. Saturdays at Rim Country Health, 807 W. Longhorn Rd., Payson. The program is especially de signed for seniors 50 or older, but is beneficial for all ages. There is no charge. For details, call 928-4786032.

Young Democrats and Independents meet

Area 18- to 45-year-olds are invited to visit the Democratic Headquarters, 501 S. Beeline Highway, Payson (just south of Wendy’s) from 3 p.m. to 4:30 p.m., Saturday, May 7. For additional information, message us at: http://www.facebook.com/Rim-Country-YoungDemocrats-1127948567236214.

Payson Elks Lodge

Payson Elks Lodge will have a Mother’s Day Ceremony and Spaghetti Dinner at noon, Sunday, May 8. Moms eat free and all others are $8 a plate. The lodge is located at 1206 N. Beeline Highway.

Fun activities at Banner High Country Seniors

Banner High Country Seniors hosts a computer class for members using Windows 10. Please call 928472-9290 to register. Barbara Allen instructing. The BHCS Bunco group is looking for players. It meets at 1 p.m. each Monday and costs $3 to play.

Overeaters Anonymous

Overeaters Anonymous meets from 2 p.m. Mondays at Shepherd of

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of coloring from 1 p.m. to 3 p.m. Tuesdays. Adults can bring their children to color with adult supervision, too. You can stay for some of the time or all the time. Bring your own or share some of the supplies on hand. The program meets at Payson United Methodist Church, 414 N. Easy Street (behind Ace Hardware and Habitat Restore). Call Sally Harvey 480-213-8472 or Joyce Kennedy 928-978-1884 with any questions. This free program is open to all.

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Photographers meet

The Rim Country Camera Club meets at 6:30 p.m., Monday, May 9. This month, Greg McKelvey will present a slide show, both a travelogue and how-to, on wildlife photography in Costa Rica. R3C is looking for submissions for the upcoming 2017 Rim Country Charity Calendar. Send your landscape-oriented photographs taken in the beautiful Rim Country to rimcountrycameraclub@gmail.com or post to our Facebook page, 2017 Rim Country Charity Calendar. For initial submission and the selection process, low-resolution landscape orientation jpeg images are acceptable. The meeting is open to all those interested in photography and there is no charge to attend. If you need directions to the meeting location, please call Harold Rush at 928-4749673.

Attention all writers

Rim residents and visitors who like to write are invited to bring their written work to a newly organized writer’s group. Participants take turns reading and offer editing suggestions. The group meets from 3 p.m. to 5 p.m., Tuesdays. For location information, call Doris, 928-363-1228 or 928-978-0983.

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The Payson Elks will feed mom a free spaghetti dinner at noon, Sunday, May 8 at 1206 N. Beeline Hwy. Family and friends eat for $8 a plate.

Rim Area Gardeners

You are invited to join the Rim Area Gardeners Monday, May 9 for their monthly meeting. This month they will have an interesting program on straw bale gardening. Local gardener Wayne Aerni will be discussing his technique and the benefits of straw bale gardening. The Rim Area Gardeners meet the second Monday of the month at the Church of Christ, 410 E Tyler Parkway. The program begins at 7 p.m. with refreshments at 6:30 p.m. For more information, please call Diane at 928-595-1265.

Narcotics Anonymous

If you think you may have a problem with drugs, give yourself a break. There is a way out, with the help of other recovering addicts in Narcotics Anonymous. Payson meetings: Rim Recovery - Thursday at 7 p.m. and Sunday at 6:30 p.m., 107 E. Airline Dr. (Steps House – directly behind old batting cages). Recovery in the Pines- Monday, Wednesday, and Friday at 7 p.m. at

213 S. Colcord, Room 213, in rear, off Ash Street (Payson Community Kids Building). Call Bill N. at 928-978-8001 or Annie W. at 480-341-3264; NA East Valley Area HELPLINE 480-8974636; Arizona NA website: www. arizona-na.org.

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The Payson Womans Club, the oldest service club in Payson, holds general membership meetings at 1 p.m. the second Tuesday of each month at the Payson Womans Club building, 510 W. Main St. Member ship is open to local women ages 18 and up.

The TOPS 412 (Take off Pounds Sensibly) Pine group meets Tuesdays at the LDS chapel in Pine. Weigh-in is at 8:20 a.m., the meeting is from 8:30 a.m. to 9:30 a.m. For more information, call Barbara at 928-978-4750 or Charlotte at 928-978-3640.

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The Democratic Women of Rim Country meet Tuesday, May 10 at Tiny’s Restaurant, 600 E. Highway 260, Payson. Come at 11:30 a.m. to order food and visit. The meeting will start at noon. The speaker is Alex Martinez,

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Friendship Bible Class Friendship Bible Class, a non-denominational Bible study for women, meets at 1 p.m. every Tuesday at Majestic Rim. All women in the community are invited. For information, call Marilyn at 928-474-6712.

Color Time Tuesday Enjoy a relaxing and fun time

Sy Harrison Masonic Lodge #70 has a special stated meeting Tuesday, May 10. After the regular dinner at 5:30 p.m., members will be honoring Masonic Widows with a special ceremony. The regular meeting will be held at 7 p.m. for all Masonic Brothers. The lodge welcomes all Masons and anyone interested in Freemasonry to attend the dinner and Widow’s Night Ceremony. For information, please call the lodge at 928-474-1305 or Secretary Bill Herzig at 928-951-2662.

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 Moose Lodge is located on E. Hwy. 260 in Star Valley. For more information, call 928-474-6212.

Beyond Limits Disability Ministry

A great evening has been planned for this month’s meeting of Beyond Limits from 6 p.m. to 8 p.m., Tuesday, May 10 at Mount Cross Lutheran Church, 601 E. Highway 260, Payson. The evening includes a free meal, music and fellowship. Family members, caregivers and service providers are always welcome.

For questions or further information, call Mark or Jennie Smith at 928-468-8434.

Payson Tea Party

The Payson Tea Party will have its regular meetings at 6 p.m., every Tuesday of the month at Tiny’s Restaurant, 600 E. Highway 260, Payson.

Bridge results

Winners at Ladies Tuesday Bridge for May 3 were: Connie Gyde, first; Betty Mashl, second; Carol Blann, third. The group is need of players. Play is at 12:30 p.m. every Tuesday at the Payson Senior Center, 514 W. Main St. Area residents and guests are welcome. Please call Carol Blann at 928978-3881 for reservations and information.

Alcoholics Anonymous

Alcoholics Anonymous is a fellowship of men and women who share their experience, strength, and hope with each other to help others recover from alcoholism. For more information on local meetings, call 928-474-3620.

Alanon

Alanon meets:  Monday at 6 p.m., St. Philip the Apostle Catholic Church, Payson; Wednesday at 1 p.m., Southern Baptist Church, Star Valley. For information call Kali at 503-354-4402. Alateen meetings have been suspended until further notice. For information call Helen at 928-9786424.

Celebrate Recovery

Celebrate Recovery is a group for those with hurts, habits and hangups. Celebrate God’s healing power through eight recovery principles and Christ-centered 12 steps. Meetings are held at 6:30 p.m. Mondays at Mountain Bible Church. For more information, call 928-472-7800.

Christ-Centered Recovery

Christ-Centered Recovery Study meets at 6:30 p.m. every Thursday at Calvary Chapel Payson, 1103 N. Beeline Highway. The group uses the faith-based program for those dealing with substance abuse, eating disorders, gambling, etc. Childcare is provided. Call 928-468-0801 for more information.

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Throwers power boys into state track meet by

Keith Morris

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It all comes down to this. The Arizona Interscholastic Asso ciation Track and Field Division 3 State Championships begin today and wrap up Saturday night at Mesa Community College. Eight Payson High boys qualified individually by ranking among the top 26 in their event based on performances at qualifying meets this season. Two boys relays also qualified by ranking among the top 18 performances. “Just to get to state in the division we are in with all of the big, out-ofplace schools in our division is really something,” said Payson head coach Jonathan Ball. Now the goal for Payson High’s quali fiers shifts to reaching Saturday’s finals and have an opportunity to score points for the team. The top eight in the finals score points in each event, with the winner earning 10 points, the runner-up eight, third place six, fourth place five, fifth place four, sixth place three, seventh place two and eighth place one. The top four win medals. The Longhorns are looking to improve on back-to-back seventh-place finishes in the last two state meets. Qualifying individually were: Korben White (discus, shot put), Gerardo Moceri (3200, 1600, 800), Trey Glasscock (dis cus, shot put), Wyatt Chapman (100), Francisco Apodaca (discus), Nathan Cluff (300 hurdles), JT Dolinich (long jump, triple jump) and Brigham Flake (pole vault). The Longhorn 4x100 relay of Blythe Smith, JT Dolinich, Chaz Davis and

Wyatt Chapman and the 4x800 relay consisting of Christian Mann, Daely Pentico, Daniel Cluff and Dimitri Sleeuw also qualified. Ball said the boys team is balanced. “The strength of our team is still that we are pretty good everywhere,” Ball said. Senior Wyatt Chapman is hoping to return to the top of the medal stand after winning the state championship in the 100 meters as a sophomore. Injuries derailed his junior season and he’s been slowly working his way back from injuries again this spring with an eye on being at the top of his game this weekend. “Wyatt is ranked eighth in the 100 meters but has been held back a bit coming back from injury. He is ready to go.” Like Chapman, senior Gerardo Moceri also hopes to end his career on a high note. He qualified in three events and ranks No. 4 in the 3200 and No. 6 in the 1600. But it’s the throwing events where the Longhorn boys could really pile up the points. A trio of Longhorn juniors ranks among the top eight, led by Korben White, whose 141-foot 9-inch effort ranks behind only Show Low’s Jaisen Brown (147-3). Trey Glasscock is No. 4 and Francisco Apodaca No. 8. In the shot put, White’s trying to improve on last year’s fifth-place fin ish at the state meet. He ranks No. 5. Glasscock qualified 17th. “At the start of the season we thought the sprints and distance events might carry us, but we have shifted to being dominant in the throwing events,” Ball

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Korben White enters the state meet ranked No. 2 in the discus and No. 5 in the shot put to lead a strong trio of Longhorn throwers.

Payson Boys State Meet Qualifiers

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After two injury-hampered seasons, senior Wyatt Chapman looks to make a run at another 100-meter dash state championship like he claimed as a sophomore.

•Korben White, Jr. — Ranked No. 2 in discus (141 feet 9 inches), No. 5 in shot put (46-10) •Trey Glasscock, Jr. — No. 4 in discus (140-3), No. 17 (43-11) in shot put •Francisco Apodaca, Jr. — No. 8 in discus (135-2) •Gerardo Moceri, Sr. — No. 4 in 3200 (9:58.38), No. 6 in 1600 (4:33.85) and No. 20 in 800 (2:04.65) •Wyatt Chapman, Sr. — No. 8 in 100 (11.42) •Nathan Cluff, Sr. — No. 11 in 300 hurdles (42.43) •JT Dolinich, Jr. — No. 7 in long jump (20 feet 9 inches) and No. 15 in triple jump (41-5.75) •Brigham Flake, Sr. — No. 12 in pole vault (12-0) •4x100 — No. 14 (45.06) Blythe Smith, JT Dolinich, Chaz Davis, Wyatt Chapman •4x800 — No. 15 (8:36.68) Christian Mann, Daely Pentico, Daniel Cluff, Dimitri Sleeuw Times/distances found at MaxPreps.com.

Girls look to finish track season on high note by

Keith Morris

roundup sports editor

Ninth-graders aren’t supposed to enter a track and field state meet as serious title contenders. It just doesn’t happen that often. Well, talented athletes like Meredith Kiekintveld don’t come along every year. The Payson freshman ranks second among Division 3 athletes in the state in the 100-meter hurdles. And she’ll take her shot at mak ing history in that event in this weekend’s Arizona Interscholastic Asso ciation Division 3 State Track and Field Cham pionships at Mesa Community College. She also quali fied in the triple jump and as part of Payson’s 4x100 relay. “She has surprised the division, but not us,” said Payson head coach Jonathan Ball. “We knew we had a good one coming up as last year as an eighth-grader at Pine she ran a time that would have put her fourth in D3. Meredith has had a spectacu lar freshman season. “She has won the hurdles on a number of occasions, beating some high quality competition along the way. She is ranked No. 2 in the hurdles and is looking to step up at the state meet.” Another ninth-grad er who’s impressed is Meredith Kiekintveld Savannah White, who qualified individually in both the high jump and long jump, and also runs with

Payson Girls State Meet Qualifiers •Meredith Kiekintveld, Fr. — Ranked No. 2 in 100 hurdles (16.48), No. 10 in triple jump (33-1) •Sadie Sweeney, Jr. — No. 4 in discus (109-7), No. 13 in shot put (31-11.5) •Taryn North, Sr. — No. 7 in high jump (5-0) •Savannah White, Fr. — No. 21 in high jump (4-10), No. 23 in long jump (15-3) •Shay England, Jr. — No. 19 in 300 hurdles (51.41) •Abigail Greenleaf, Sr. — No. 20 in 800 (2:31.73), No. 21 in 1600 (5:46.28) •4x100 — No. 12 (53.18) Meredith Kiekintveld, Savannah White, Delaynee Bowman, Taryn North •4x800 — No. 13 (10:48.85) Abigail Greenleaf, Anna Schouten, Kyra Ball, MacKenzie Mann Times/distances found at MaxPreps.com

Kiekintveld, Delaynee Bowman and Taryn North on the 4x100 relay. “It’s exciting to have two different freshmen qualify for three events,” Ball said. “They are part of a very strong freshman class of girls, possibly the strongest since I’ve been here. That includes Hannah Goldman and Taylor Brade, as well.” White and North, a senior, both cleared 5 feet in the high jump this season. North is ranked No. 7. White’s best per formance in a qualifying meet was 4-10, leaving her ranked 21st. Her 5-0 effort came in a California meet that didn’t count as a qualifier. “Our jumpers have been a strength this year,” Ball said. “They’re both looking for a good state meet. They both still have high heights in them, and are looking to PR (personal record) at the state meet. “Taryn is so consistent, and was on the podium at the Chandler seeded meet, and won the Trabucco Hills Invitational, and she is looking to end her two-year high school track career on a high note.

Goodman leads PHS golfers with career-best 36-hole score Bryce Goodman enjoyed the best 36-hole tournament score of his career according to coach Randy Mathews, to lead Payson High’s golf team to a ninthplace standing among the top teams in the state in the High Desert Invitational at the site of the upcoming Division 3 state tournament on April 29-30. The senior’s 79-79—158 score left him in 17th place on the Antelope Hills Golf Course that also hosts the May 13-14 state tournament. Goodman and the other Longhorns fought off high winds, rain, sleet and cold, according to Mathews. “It was a true mental test as well as golf skill,” the coach said.

Mitchell McGuire carded 85-87—172, Rayce Mathews (89-87—176) and Bailey Newman (103-99—202) rounded out Payson’s four counting scores. Clay Kaufman shot 106-99—205 in the play-five count-four format. The tournament also featured one of the best nine-hole state tournament qualifying rounds of the season for the Longhorns (171). Goodman posted a score of 39 for the nine holes used for state qualifying. Mathews also shot 39 for that part of the tournament, while McGuire carded 40 and Newman 53. The coach was pleased with what he saw from his golfers as Payson finished eight places higher than its No. 17 rank

ing. “The ninth-place finish was a solid showing for us, beating several teams that are ranked ahead of us,” Mathews said. “No teams from behind were able to surpass us.” Payson was scheduled to close out the regular season today in one final event prior to next weekend’s state tournament. The Longhorns hope to finish among the top 15 teams in the state and qualify for state as a team. “We’ll need our best effort of the year to make it to the top 15 ranking and participate in the state tournament,” the coach said. “We think it’s doable, we just need our best.”

“Savannah, only a freshman, is looking to start her track career off with a bang. Also Savannah has unreal potential in the long jump, as well. Six Longhorns qualified individually for the state meet by ranking among the top 26 in their event based on per formances at qualifying meets this season. Two girls relays also qualified by ranking among the top 18 performances. Qualifying for the state meet alone is impressive, Ball said. “There are 59 Division 3 teams this year, and it is a very competitive division,” he said. “I’m very proud of all our athletes that showed the dedication, and effort to get to the state meet.” Qualifying individually for the girls were: Kiekintveld (100 hurdles, triple jump), Sadie Sweeney (discus, shot put), Taryn North (high jump), Savannah White (high jump, long jump), Abigail Greenleaf (800, 1600) and Shay England (300 hurdles). The girls 4x100 of Kiekintveld, White, Delaynee Bowman and Taryn North also qualified, along with the 4x800 relay of Abigail Greenleaf, Anna Schouten, Kyra Ball and MacKenzie Mann. Hannah Gold is serving as an alternate in the relays for the girls. “The girls have had a very nice season,” Ball said. Now the goal for Payson High’s qualifiers shifts to reach ing Saturday’s finals. “So now our goal is to get in the finals to earn a chance to score points for the team,” Ball said. Junior thrower Sadie Sweeney continues to impress, according to her coach. She ranks No. 4 in the discus. “She has had a great season,” Ball said. “She steps up in big meets and should have a solid state meet.” Senior Abigail Greenleaf hopes to finish her career on a high note after qualifying in the 800, 1600 and the 4x800. “Abby is running really well right now,” Ball said. The girls hope to turn in strong performances after fail ing to score a year ago. “They’re hungry to see where they stand this year,” Ball said. Athletes that are top 4 in the Division, or have a great mark, will be invited to the Meet of Champions on Wednesday, May 11.

Senior Bryce Goodman fired the best 36-hole score of his high school career to lead Payson’s 17th-ranked golf team to a ninthplace finish among the best Division 3 schools in the state in last weekend’s High Desert Invitational at Antelope Hills Golf Course, the site of the May 13-14 state tournament. Photo courtesy of DJ Craig

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aroundthe rim A special honor for veterans at library In an obvious show of pride and everyone. First, those who attend will be treatpatriotism, Isabelle Hunt Memorial Library Director Becky Waer has set up ed to a scrumptious lip-smacking campan “America’s White Table” to honor all fire meal of barbecued pork, cowboy of those who have served in the military, beans, coleslaw and brownie, all for a during peace or war. donation. It will remain in the library until after Secondly, all the money earned will Memorial Day, May 30. be used to help defray the medical The White Table is set up throughout expenses of 5-year-old kindergartner the country, especially in military mess Ayden Taylor. halls and VFW and American Legion The boy was diagnosed Nov. 1, 2014 posts, as a remembrance of service with Acute Lymphoblastic Leukemia members fallen, missing or held captive and is being treated at Phoenix in the line of duty. Solitary and solemn, Children’s Hospital. it is the table where no one will ever sit. Pine Strawberry School second-grade Children’s author Margot Theis teacher Candi Paine and school paraRaven, who died of cancer in 2014, professional Amy Abney are spearheadwrote the book “America’s White Table” ing the benefit. during the Vietnam war. Following her In addition to the lunch, several death, a graveside ceremony donated items that Abney calls was held at Arlington National rattlin’ “very nice” will be auctioned. Cemetery. Her writings have the rim Stop in, have lunch, bid at been called “Ageless books for auction and enjoy plenty of oldthe child in everyone.” fashioned hometown camara“America’s White Table” derie reads: You’ll be glad you did. “We cover the table with Trail work continues white cloth to honor a soldier’s pure heart when he answers his The Pine Strawberry Fuel country’s call to duty. Reduction Trails committee “We place a lemon slice and Max Foster has released its work schedule grains of salt on the plate to for the next two months and it show a captive soldier’s bitter contains a new start time — 8 fate and tears of families waiting for a.m. rather than 9 a.m. loved ones to return. During the first three workdays, the “We push an empty chair to the table group will be doing maintenance on the for the missing soldiers who are not Pine Canyon Trail from its intersection here. with the Bearfoot Trail. “We lay a black napkin for the sorFor that work, volunteers should row of captivity, and turn over a glass meet at the Pine LDS church parking for the meal that won’t be eaten. lot and carpool to the location. “We place a white candle for peace The other workday, June 18, the and finally, a red rose in a vase tied with volunteers will work on a new section a red ribbon for the hope that all our of the Arizona Trail and should meet at missing will return someday. the Pine Trailhead. “You are not forgotten so long as Volunteers should bring their own there is one left in whom your memory lunch, snacks and water to each workremains.” day. In case of inclement weather, the The display in the local library is not sessions will be rescheduled and volunthe first in Pine and Strawberry. teers notified. In celebration of 2013 Veterans Day, Workdays are from 8 a.m. to noon on the P/S School Builders Club set up an Saturday, May 7, May 21, June 4 and “America’s White Table” in six restau- June 18. rants in Pine and Strawberry. The Arizona Trail passes very near After setting the tribute tables early Pine and it’s not unusual to see hikers Veterans Day morning, Builder’s Club verve off into town to pick up mail and sponsor Dawn Potter and the students buy food and supplies. returned that same evening to dismanLast spring I crossed paths at the tle and store the items. Ponderosa Market with four women The feedback she and the students who were hiking the entire length of received was staggering. the 800-mile trail. They began at the “At one of the restaurants, people Mexican border southeast of Sierra actually requested to wait so they could Vista on March 4 and said they hoped sit next to the (White) Table,” Potter to reach the north trailhead near the said. “At another establishment, the Utah border on the Kaibab plateau by owner said that all day customers were mid-May. buying drinks, walking over to the table Their goal was to hike 12 to 18 miles and toasting lost friends and loved per day, but by the time they reached ones.” Pine, the four realized they were ahead Most importantly, the students of schedule. wrapped up the tribute with newfound The foursome was a fascinating compassion. “What started as a small group more than willing to share their gesture for us to honor the veterans adventures. ended up warming our hearts as well,” The four included mother and daughsaid Potter. ter Alexandra Mayo and Cindi Mayo of Phoenix, Kimberlie Wong of Honolulu, Fundraiser tomorrow at P/S school Hawaii and Emily Robert of Tempe. Wong was on her first-ever backA benefit lunch, auction and raffle to be held 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. tomorrow, packing trip and was new to Arizona. Saturday, May 7 in the Pine Strawberry The Arizona Trail has been designatSchool gymnasium is a win-win for ed a National Scenic Trail and was com-

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Pine Strawberry firefighters, also known as Buckley and Betty, presented a safety show and more for those attending the recent Firewise Day event at the Pine Strawberry Community Center. pleted on Dec. 16, 2001, but upgrades and improvements, such as those being done by the PSFR committee, continue. Thespians needed

Sandy Carver is issuing a casting call for aspiring actors and actresses 8 to 13 who would like to have a role in the play “Mogollon Monster.” Auditions will be held 3:30 p.m., Tuesday, May 17 in the Isabelle Hunt Memorial Library Activity room behind the senior center. For more information, call the library at 928-978-3678. Rim angler hits pro tour

Almost every Rim Country outdoorsperson who has cast a fishing line follows the professional bass career of Clifford Pirch, a former three-sport star at Payson High School who grew up fishing nearby lakes and streams with his father, Dennis, and friends. I’m among Clifford’s fans partly because during his school years in the Payson District, I enjoyed having him as a student in one of my math classes. He’s also a genuinely fine young man that we all can be proud of. Currently Clifford is competing on the Bassmaster Elite Series, which is the highest level of professional bass fishing tournaments. Clifford competes all season to win points toward the Toyota Bassmaster Angler of the Year award and to qualify for the Bassmaster Classic. In following Clifford, it’s mind-bog-

gling the days, weeks and months he spends on the road in pursuit of his professional fishing goals. Just last week, I received an e-mail from him and he was in Bull Shoals, Ark. From there he’ll travel to tournaments near Georgetown, S.C.; Decatur, Ala.; Many, La.; Durant, Okla.; Union Springs, N.Y.; La Crosse, Wis.; and Mille Tac, Minn. During his tournament travels, Clifford has experienced many adventures, but my favorite occurred several years ago during a tournament in California. He was fishing a waterway when he noticed some workers had inadvertently set off a grass fire that was growing in leaps and bounds and headed for nearby business buildings. The quick-thinking Clifford, who in college was a USFS firefighter during the summer months, backed up his high-tech bass boat to near the shore where the fire was advancing, revved the motor and tilted it enough to send a voluminous water spray toward the blaze. The gush of water was enough to extinguish the fire, but he didn’t wait around long enough to be thanked. He had some fishing to do. Fans can follow Clifford’s career at: http://www.cliffordpirchoutdoors.com.

The issue was first discussed during a board meeting on April 21. But no decisions were made and board member Rus Brock brought up the issue again at the April 27 meeting. Brock asked for feedback on the new rate structure he had proposed at the earlier meeting. A discussion ensued and two options were presented. Brock has agreed to study both and report back to fellow members. For more information, see meeting minutes at: http://pswid.org. Friends to host book sale

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Have a book you’ve finished reading and it’s on the shelf gathering dust? If so, the books can be put to great use by donating them to Pine Library Friends before the group’s annual Memorial Weekend Book Sale and raffle. The sale will be held 8 a.m. to 4 p.m., May 27, 28 and 29 in the Library Activity Room. In addition to the book sale, Friends will raffle off a Gift Card Tree. Raffle tickets are $2 each, six for $5 and 15 for $10. The drawing will be 2 p.m., Sunday, May 29. Tickets may be purchased or books donated at the Isabelle Hunt Memorial Library or at the book sale. All proceeds benefit the local library.

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Thought for the week: “It is easier to build strong children than repair broken men.”

‘Thinking something’ can be good or bad - Part 2 I once sat on a grassy knoll It was as corny an introduction to a tour of training during a field training exer- your turn cise as an Air Force weapons as I’ve ever seen. But as he instructor strove to make a described what he and so point, one we had learned the many others had been through hard way on too many Air Force in Korea a few short months bases at the beginning of the before, explaining how unwarranted assumptions had gotten Korean War. With no warning, a lot of men killed, wounded, waves of North Koreans had or taken prisoner, we sat up swarmed across the border, Tom Garrett and listened, glad to go through overrun the totally unprepared combat training we had once South Koreans, and poured onto Air Force bases where many good “thought” we didn’t need. Yes! As I mentioned last week, there men lost their lives as they learned that their combat training had been inade- are three little words that genuinely quate. scare me. Which three little words? “Oh, The instructor wrote the word I thought ...” ASSUME on a portable chalkboard he As you’ll remember if you read last had brought out into the field. Then he week’s column, that was what Jerry rewrote it this way: ASS — U — ME. Miller, the kid downstairs, told me and “If you assume things,” he said, “you my brother Charlie when he admitted make an ass out of you and me.” he had turned off the water flow that

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aroundthe rim Hiking around Christopher Creek great Christopher Creek the spring. is surrounded by great another week West from the See hiking trails. You in the creek Canyon trailhead the are familiar with the Highline heads along Highline trail system, the base of Promontory. which stretches from This one intersects the 260 Trailhead all the Derrick Trail and the way to Pine. About comes out on the Tonto a mile east past Colcord Hatchery Road above Road and the state yard Kohl’s Ranch. is the parking lot at the Rod Britain Twenty-five years east end of the Highline. ago the Creek had a From 260 Trailhead to hiking club. It was an Christopher Creek is the first leg informal group — members of the trail. Were you to go to the joined up bright and early on See Canyon trailhead at the end a Saturday morning to head of FR 284 across from Tall Pines out on an adventure. Ray and Market, there are three choices. Jeannie MacDonald had a place Going east will take you about in See Canyon homes back then five miles or so on the Highline and they would bring Bear, their again to the 260. beagle, and son Ross a time or North from the end of FR 284 two. Sam and Bob Conklin, also will take you on the See Canyon from See Canyon, were regutrail up to the top of the Rim. A lar hikers. Jan Thompson and spur off that trail will take you daughter, Jill, would come up to See Spring — and, no, the from the Valley. Larry and Patty government is not going to plug Boeschling rounded out our

group. A year or two later they took over as managers out at the OW Ranch. There were times when we would entice other weekend visitors to join us. When required, our friend, Candy, would shuttle some of us in her VW microbus to where we were to start and then would come to pick us up on the other end. She was not a hiker. On one such adventure, we were hiking from Haigler Creek to Bear Flat on the old mail trail. Midway the trail came to a livestock tank. Circling that pond, our intrepid leader picks out a path that headed off in the right direction. Fifteen minutes later that path petered out to a game trail, which disappeared in the manzanita. The group voiced various disparaging remarks directed at their guide about being lost. He reasoned that, no, we were not

lost because the Rim was still to the north, Four Peaks was south and we hadn’t crossed either Canyon Creek or Tonto Creek. We were not lost! We headed south, picking our way through the brush, when our leader found a turkey feather. He said that was an omen. Sure enough, in another 30 yards we were back on the right trail. That turkey feather remains in my collection to this day. Getting out in the woods this time might well yield a find. Tim, Lisa and their daughter were out last Saturday. Lisa was lucky to find not one, but two six-point, right-side elk antler sheds! One she found while answering a call of nature! Jay found his shed last week on the ridge across from my house, not 300 yards from my front door. We continue to hear stories of monster German browns in the

area creeks. Mel Milhon is out of the hospital and continues to improve. Good to see longtime resident, Bob Lusson, out of the care center and just in time to get in some time down at Roosevelt Lake with his family. A friend stopped by and asked if we could acknowledge the passing of his dog. Why not? R.I.P. KC A third of last week’s article was left out. It was my bad. What follows was more timely a week ago. Last Saturday a delegation of nearly 20 Creekers descended on Tonto Village for the 34th anniversary of Danny and Ethel’s tenure at the Double D. Landon performed throughout the afternoon for the large crowd and we were happy to see some folks we haven’t seen for some time. Ethel Cain took to the stage

for a brief speech explaining that she doesn’t do public speaking. From my vantage point in the barber chair, it appeared that all had a great time. If you haven’t got your chili fixin’s, you best get crackin’. Saturday, May 7 is the date of the Cinco de Mayo Chili Cook-off and Kentucky Derby Party. This event has grown to be a huge draw and we’re lookin’ to set a new record for entries. Karen Thornton at 928-4784133 has all the answers should you have any questions, and remember the Kentucky Derby hat contest. It all starts at 1 p.m. at the Landmark. This week on May 3 at 3:17 p.m. was the anniversary of the great Sonoran earthquake of 1887. It was estimated at 7.6 magnitude and caused much damage in southeast Arizona … and that’s another week in the Creek.

Rain of early May wonderful for Village flowers April showers bring May flowers, the Cancer takes the lives of our brave saying goes, but for us in the Village May firefighters due to exposure on the job 1 brought the rain for the flowers. In fact from toxic materials. It seems fitting on Sunday, the Village received inter- that we support the cancer walk. Please help us to raise lots of bucks for mittent rain and even hail in the the fight of the cure of cancer. late afternoon. The weather has been a bit chilly and the wind the Shelby School has made the air seem a bit village chillier. Little green shoots are The Shelby School is putting beginning to pop up in my herb on a one-act play next week garden, all but the rosemary, I called “All Together Now.” lost it in the last winter storm. It was written especially for What’s the secret to growing and with this year’s students. basil? I have not had much Practically all the enrolled stuluck with growing it. The plant dents are in this lively show, seems to just wilt away. Does which is full of fables and folkJanet anyone have any suggestions? tales with morals, singing and Snyder dance. Performances are at 1 Hellsgate Fireflies Auxiliary p.m., Wednesday, May 11 and The Fireflies are planning to have a at 6:30 p.m., Thursday, May 12, Friday, table at the annual American Cancer May 13 and Saturday, May 14. The Society’s Relay For Life event at Payson school is at 249 W. Standage Drive High School track. The event starts in Tonto Village. For admission, bring at 10 a.m. and goes until 10 p.m. The a can or box of food to be donated Fireflies will offer baked goods for the to Payson Community Kids. Be sure participants of the event. All proceeds to come see this lovely, entertaining will go to the American Cancer Society. production. For more information, call If you would like to volunteer a small Elizabeth at 928-970-1825. bit of time to man the booth or to bake A Huge Thank You some goodies for the event, please call Karen Carlen at 928-472-7438 to drop I received a phone call the other day off your donation at her home, or call from residents of Tonto Creek Estates, Janet Snyder in Tonto Village at 928- Dee White and her husband Jim. Dee related a story to me regarding an act 478-9935.

to their home and chopped up their firewood. Not only that, but the next day, they brought a truckload of cut-up firewood to their home. Dee and Jim are so thankful for caring people, and they want to thank them for their thoughtfulness and kindness. Tonto Village Chapel

The memorial for June Milke has been changed to 11 a.m., Saturday, June 11. Please be sure and mark your calendar with the new date and time. The Women’s Bible study group is meeting at 10 a.m. every Thursday at the chapel. Everyone is welcome. Contributed photo

The Shelby School presents the oneact play, “All Together Now” at 1 p.m., Wednesday, May 11 and 6:30 p.m., Thursday through Saturday, May 12, 13 and 14 at the school, 249 W. Standage. The play was written especially for and with the school’s students.

of good neighborliness by Danny and Ray. It seems that her husband Jim was having difficulties with his shoulder and he was unable to cut up firewood for their woodstove, which is the prime source of heating their home. Danny and Ray took quick action and headed

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Hellsgate firefighter and paramedic John Ceja has his big day on May 14. On May 17, Annette Godfrey from Payson and who comes to Tonto Village every Wednesday to play dominoes, will have her birthday celebrated by the Domino Divas with a birthday cake and flowers on Wednesday, May 18. On the same day, May 17, Ian Matchner of Mead Ranch will be celebrating his birthday with his parents and his close friends. On May 18, Firefighter Captain Chad Stluka of Tonto Village II will add another candle to his birthday cake. I am positive his wife Casey will make his day a

very special one Happy birthday to all of you. And remember: The importance of birthdays is not how many you’ve had, but rather how well you’ve celebrated. Recipe of the week

Potato Spinach Soup From former Hellsgate Firefly Vicki Grootegoed 1/4 cup butter or oleo 1 large onion, chopped 2 celery stalks with leaves, cut fine 1/4 cup all purpose flour 3 cups water 2 cups cubed potatoes 2 teaspoons salt 1 cup chopped fresh or frozen spinach 1/2 cup cream Shredded cheese. Sauté onion and celery in saucepan, about 15 minutes over low heat. Blend in flour, add water, potatoes and salt, stirring constantly. Bring to a boil. Cover and simmer about 30 minutes until potatoes are tender. Add spinach and simmer 2 more minutes. Add cream. Heat thoroughly. Serve hot, sprinkled with cheese. Serves 6. That’s all for this week, folks. See you next week if the creek don’t rise (we did get a little bit of rain, but not enough for the creek to rise).

Characters Under the Rim - Dr. Christian Risser III - Part 2 said, ‘Aren’t you going to wash it before the nights, reported his nurse, there you work on me?’ ‘What are you talking came frantic knocking at the Rissers’ about?’ Doc Risser said. ‘It’s all sterile door and he would go out in all kinds stuff. It don’t look unsterile to me.’” of weather to administer help. He took “I’m telling you,” Boardman contin- care to find the cause of epidemics. ued, “Doc didn’t own a pair of rubber When typhoid broke out in Pine, at gloves. And who do you think gave him Kohl’s Ranch, Christopher Creek and his first pair of rubber gloves outlying ranches he realized for a present? It was (his wife) back when the source of the trouble. He Marie.” insisted their springs had to be He was not always attentive cleaned out and proper sanitation methods put to use. The to bookkeeping details. Arizona epidemic was soon curtailed. became a state in 1914, two The needs of the Tonto years after Risser took up medicine in Payson. However he Apaches living on Indian Hill continued using birth certifiwere much on his heart. One cates left over from territorial time he gave Henry Chitten days. His own son “Christy,” Stan Brown some medicine and told him to born in 1919, had a birth certiftake three teaspoons a day for a icate that said he was born in week and he’d be well. Instead Arizona Territory. Nor was he a stickler Henry became sicker and when Risser about getting paid for his services. But asked him about it Chitten replied, let an epidemic sweep the community “Well, you said to take three teaspoons and the doctor was all over it. Many a day and I’d be well in a week. So I

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The era of Payson’s first medical doctor, Christian Risser III, abounds with stories passed down by folks who loved and appreciated him. Upon arrival he scouted locally for a trained nurse. It was a long shot, but how fortunate for the doctor to find a most efficient nurse right in town. Her name was Theresa Boardman and she would become accomplished at filling in even when the doctor was away days at a time tending to families on isolated ranches. Her maiden name was Theresa Haley and it was 1912 when she married Payson merchant Bill Boardman. This was the same year Dr. Risser arrived on his self-appointed mission to the Rim Country. Although Theresa became a legend herself, in later years she loved to tell stories about her work with the doctor. “I’ll never forget,” she told school superintendent Ira Murphy, “when Charlie Chilson cut his leg with an ax. Charlie

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Payson Roundup LOCAL Friday, May 6, 2016

A Day in the Life of a Shelter Pet All of this sounds good, but at the end of the day, once all the staff and volunteers leave, these Recently one of our HSCAZ pets are here at the shelter and volunteers participated not at home in their in a “Day in the Life” beds with family. Even for her photography Humane under the circumstancSociety class. Patti Keyworth es, these pets make the of Central was kind enough to Arizona best of what they have come to the shelter and and are still wagging take some great pic- ADOPTION their tails. Please think tures to show what a OPTIONS of them before you go “Day in the Life” is like out and buy a dog or for a shelter pet. cat, or even worse, Every day starts the same, breed your own dog. their “staff” arrive bright and by

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early to let them all out to relieve themselves. Then it’s straight to breakfast for all of our canine and feline friends. Throughout the day they have numerous visitors. Our dedicated volunteers spend most of the day at the shelter making sure all of the dogs get their walk around the neighborhood or all the way to Green Valley Park. When we are open to the public, the dogs and cats are lucky to have so many people come in and see them and spend time with them. Our cats even have volunteers that come in throughout the day and play, socialize and cuddle in our cat condos. We have numerous play yards in the back of the shelter where the dogs get to spend time with their friends (weather permitting).

Whiskers in the Wind

Join us for an amazing evening to benefit the lost, homeless and abandoned animals of Rim Country. “Whiskers in the Wind” will take place on Saturday, May 21 from 5 to 8 p.m. at Against the Wind Aviation (710 W. Airport Road). Tickets are $75 per person and will include a gourmet catered dinner, drinks, the music of Junction 87, silent auctions, raffles, a grand prize Hyatt resort package and a million dollar view to watch the sunset. To purchase your tickets, please call the Humane Society of Central Arizona at 928-4745590 or visit the shelter at 605 W. Wilson Court. Hours are Monday through Saturday, 10 a.m. to 3 p.m.

Rim Country Church Directory Calvary Chapel Payson 1103 N. Beeline Hwy. at Sherwood Dr.; (928) 468-0801, office@ calvarypayson.com, calvarypayson.com. Sunday: Services at 8:30 & 10:30 a.m., Devotion & Prayer at 6:30 p.m.; Tuesday: Men’s & Women’s Discipleship at 6:30 p.m. Wednesday: Fellowship Dinner at 5 p.m., Service at 6:30 p.m.; Thursday: Christ-Centered Recovery & Young Adult Fellowship at 6:30 p.m. Childcare is provided for all of the above services. Catholic Church of the Holy Nativity A Roman Catholic Church under the Personal Ordinariate of the Chair of St. Peter. 1414 N. Easy St.(corner of Easy Street & Bradley Dr.), Payson, AZ 85541, (928) 478-6988, wwwholynativitypayson. com. The Rev. Fr. Lowell E. Andrews, Pastor. Sunday: Mass 10 a.m. Wednesday: Low Mass & Holy Unction 10 a.m. First Wednesday of the month: Benediction & Chaplet of Divine Mercy 5:30 p.m. followed by potluck supper. High Holy Days: Mass 10 a.m. Christopher Creek Bible Fellowship - I.F.C.A. 1036 E. Christopher Creek Loop, first driveway past fire station on left. Pastor Ed Hepworth, 478-4857(church), 478-4310 (home). 10:30 a.m. Worship Service and Children’s Sunday School (nursery provided). Tues. & Thurs. Bible Studies. Join us on Sunday, April 17th for worship service followed by a Mexican Food Potluck for the Retirement of Pastor Ed & Susan Hepworth.

Expedition Church 301 S. Colcord Road (two blocks west of Hwy. 87, just north of Bonita). Expedition is a non-denominational church whose mission is to “make disciples who love God and people.” Sunday services are at 9 a.m. and 10:45 a.m. For more information, go to www.discoverexpedition.com, Facebook at ExpeditionChurchPayson, or call (928) 474-9128. We look forward to having you join us on our journey! First Baptist Church of Pine 4039 N. Highway 87, 476-3552, Website: www.fbcpine.com. Sundays: Sunday School 9:15 a.m., Morning Worship Service 10:30 a.m., Evening Fellowship 6 p.m. Communion service the first Sunday during Morning Worship. Men’s Fellowship Breakfast 8 a.m. first Saturday of each month. Women’s Bible Study 9:15 Tuesday mornings. AWANA program on Mondays as follows: Sparks for K-2nd 2:30-4 p.m.; TNT, Trek and Journey 6-8 p.m. All other activities, please contact the church office Wednesday 10 a.m. to noon or Friday 9 a.m. to noon.

St. Paul’s Episcopal Church WE Welcome Everyone. 1000 N. Easy St. (Corner of Sherwood & Easy St.). 928-474-3834. The Rev. Daniel F. Tantimonaco, Rector. Sunday: Holy Eucharist Services are at 8 a.m. and 10 a.m. The 10 a.m. service includes traditional and contemporary music. Child care is provided. Wednesday: Service of Healing & Holy Eucharist at 9 a.m. Visit our Website: www.stpaulspayson.org. Email: stpaulspayson@gmail.com. WE Welcome Everyone.

Church of Christ 306 E. Aero. Sunday Bible classes 10 a.m., Worship 11 a.m. For Bible studies any day of the week, call Bob Nichols, 468-0134. By understanding and living the principles taught in the New Testament, we attempt to accomplish the spiritual mission of the church, rather than being a social or recreational institution.

Church on Randall Place, SBC (in Pine) Pastor John Lake. All are welcome! 6338 W. Randall Place (turn west on Randall Place road near the Thrift Store) Sunday Morning Prayer: 8 a.m. to 8:30 a.m., Sunday Adult Bible Enrichment 8:45 a.m. to 9:40 a.m., Sunday Worship Celebration: 10 a.m. Sunday Communion 2nd Sunday of the month. Sunday Fellowship Meal every 3rd Sunday of the month. Women of CORP Ministries and Bible studies lead by Simone Lake. Other various Connection Groups available throughout week. For more information, contact: 1-928-476-4249 (ch), 1-928-472-6439 (pastor’s hm) 1-928-970-4249 (pastor’s cell), Email: pinerandallchurch@hotmail.com Website: http://churchonrandallplace.org Online Sermons: www.sermon.net/CORP Community Christian Church An independent, undenominational fellowship. Meets every Sunday at 10:30 a.m. in the chapel at Majestic Rim Retirement Living, 310 E. Tyler Parkway. Open Communion served every Sunday. Community Presbyterian Church 800 W. Main Street, Rev. Charles Proudfoot, Pastor. First Fridaty with Windstrum on May 6 from 5-7 p.m. Sundays: SON Risers Adult Bible Class at 8:30 a.m.; Hymn Sing at 10:15 a.m. followed by Morning Worship at 10:30 a.m. This Sunday’s sermon title is “Doing God’s Work.” Bible Time and nursery care for children provided. Office hours are weekdays 9 a.m. to noon; 474-2059 office, 474-0624 fax, E-mail: cpcgen@yahoo.com, Website: cpcpayson.org. Crossroads Foursquare Church We invite you to join us Sunday mornings, 10 a.m. Find us at www.crossroads4square.com, on Facebook or at 114 E. Cedar Lane, Payson. Desert Community Christian Fellowship, SB Pastor Eric Woods, (928) 479-2216, 173 Stephen’s Way, Tonto Basin. Sunday School 9:15 a.m. Sunday services 10:45 a.m. and 6 p.m. Wednesday worship 6 p.m.

Rock of Ages Evangelical Lutheran Church (WELS) At Rock of Ages you will find a worship service designed to praise God and enrich faith. Our purpose is to serve all people in God’s world with the Gospel of Jesus Christ on the basis of the Holy Bible. We are a friendly, family oriented church. All are welcome! Rock of Ages Lutheran Church is located at 204 W. Airport Road (corner of Airport Rd and North McLane). Pastor David Sweet, (928) 970-7606 or (928) 474-2098. Sunday Worship Service is at 9 a.m.; Sunday School and Adult Bible Class at 10:15 a.m.; Holy communion is celebrated at the 2nd and 4th Sunday of the month. Adult Bible class is held on Tuesdays at 1 p.m., Thursdays at 9 a.m. and Saturdays at 9 a.m. Shepherd of the Pines Lutheran Church (LC-MS) 507 W. Wade Lane, 928-474-5440, Pastor Steve De Santo. Sunday: Adult Bible Study 8:30 a.m., Sunday School 8:30 a.m., Worship Service 10 a.m. Holy Communion is celebrated on the 2nd and 4th Sunday of the month.

Church For the Nations Payson Sunday Experience at 901 S. Westerly Rd @ 10 a.m. Contact us at 928-444-8791 or email us at info@cftnpayson.com for more detailed information on mid-week connection events and community outreach. Visit us on our website at cftnpayson.com and like us on Facebook. WE ARE BETTER TOGETHER!

Church of Christ in Payson 401 E. Tyler Parkway, (928) 474-5149. Sunday: Bible Class 9:30 a.m., Morning Worship 10:30 a.m., Singing Practice 5:30 p.m., Evening Worship 6 p.m. Tuesday: Ladies Bible Class 10 a.m. Wednesday: Bible Class 6:30 p.m. www.paysonchurchofchrist.com

Ponderosa Bible Church of Payson 1800 N. Beeline Hwy. Dr. Joe Falkner - Sr.Pastor, Sunday: Traditional Worship Service 9:30 a.m., Contemporary Worship Service 11 a.m. Nursery, Adult and Youth Bible Studies during both services. Wednesday evening fellowship and Bible study for all ages! For more details and information on other weekly events, check out our website at www.pbcpayson.org or call the church office at (928) 4749279.

Mount Cross Lutheran Church (ELCA) 601 E. Highway 260 (across from Tiny’s Restaurant), 474-2552. Ken Lentz, Interim Pastor. Sunday Worship Schedule: 8:30 a.m. Traditional Service; 10:30 a.m. Praise Service. Holy Communion is celebrated on the 1st & 3rd Sundays of each month. Visit our website atwww. mountcross.org. Church office hours: Monday-Friday 8:30 a.m.-2:30 p.m. Mount Cross is a warm, loving church community that extends itself to others and welcomes everyone with joy. Mountain Bible Church Please be our guest this weekend, 8:45 a.m. and 10:30 a.m. at 302 E. Rancho Road where our goal is to ‘Love God and Love People!’ We have many adult, children and student ministries on Sundays and during the week. Our Spanish Church called “La Roca” meets Sundays at 12:30 p.m. Want more information? (928) 472-7800 or www.mountainbible.org New Life Foundation Hwy. 87 (next to Windmill Corner Inn), Strawberry, 476-3224. Services: Wednesday, 7 p.m.; Saturday & Sunday, 9 a.m. Payson First Church of the Nazarene Come join us for a time of fellowship and worship as we praise the Lord! 200 E. Tyler Parkway (928) 474-5890. Sundays: Morning Worship Service 9:30 am; Sunday School for all ages 11 a.m. - 12 p.m. Monday- Friday: Safe Haven Childcare Center 7 a.m. - 6 p.m.; Lighthouse Club 2:30-5:30 p.m. Tuesdays: Prayer and Praise 6 p.m.; Wednesdays: Women’s Bible Study 1-2 p.m.; Children’s Quizzing 3-6th grades 1:30-4:30 p.m.; Thursdays: Youth Night 6:30 p.m.; Last Saturday of each month: Men’s Fellowship Breakfast 8 a.m.; Senior Activities each month. For more information on locations, times and topics contact the church office. Office hours: 9 a.m. to 12 p.m. and 1-4 p.m. Monday through Friday. Payson United Methodist Church 414 N. Easy Street (between Zurich St. and Malibu St. behind ACE Hardware); Pastor Carl Peterson. Services: 8:30 a.m. Informal; 11:00 a.m. Traditional. Safe nursery care provided. We are a growing, multi-generational faith community where our hearts, minds, and doors are open to all people. Our mission is to Love Like Jesus. For more information on our choir and handbell programs and ministries and mission to the community, visit our website: paysonumc.com or call 928-474-0485, M-F, 8 a.m. - 12 noon.

Seventh-day Adventist Church 700 E. Wade Lane, Payson; Pastor Steven Salsberry; Elder Sharon Judd. Saturday services: Sabbath School/Bible Study 9:30a.m.; Worship Hour 11 a.m. We welcome all visitors. Come and join us for uplifting fellowship. Call 928-474-9209 for Prayer Meeting times and location, and for coming local events, or visit our website: http:// payson.adventistfaith.org. Shiloh Christian Fellowship 501 E. Rancho Road (across the street from Payson Elementary School), 474-3138. Non-denominational church teaching verse by verse and chapter by chapter through the Bible. Contemporary Worship and family oriented, children’s ministries and nursery provided. Sunday Worship Service at 10:45 a.m. Bible Study on Thursday at 6:30 p.m. Tonto Basin Bible Church Hwy. 188 off Dryer Dr., Tonto Basin, Pastor Robert Melotti, (928) 479-2299. Sunday School for all ages 9:30 a.m., worship service 10:45 a.m., Children’s Church 10:45 a.m., no Sunday eve. service. Wednesday Night Bible Study Fellowship 7 p.m. Potluck every third Sunday at noon following the worship service. Tonto Creek Shores/Tonto Valley Bible Church Lots 240-241 Valley View Road, Gisela, 474-1360. Valley View Drive, Gisela; Pastor Ted Tatum. Sunday School 9:30 a.m., Sunday Morning Worship 11 a.m., Sunday Evening Service 6 p.m. (combined service with both churches). Tonto Village Chapel Tonto Village Chapel exists to serve, love and uplift the Lord Jesus Christ. Our mission is to operate in the community as a light House through fulfilling the great commission as found in Matthew 28:1820. We welcome an opportunity to worship with you on Sunday mornings at 9:30 a.m. with Sunday school/Bible study at 10:45 a.m. for adults, children and youth, or Tuesday evening Bible study and prayer meeting at 5 p.m. For questions or information please call the Church at (928) 478-5076. Unity Church of Payson Join us and live Practical Christianity, a positive path for spiritual living. We sing, laugh, love, pray, and support each other and our Payson community. May 1 we will explore “What’s Mine to Do” and May 8 “My Mother, My Teacher” plus special music from Windstrum. We meet at 600 State Highway 260, #14 (Board of Realtors Conference Room, back of Tiny’s parking lot). For more, go to www.unityofpayson.org (See ‘What’s Happening’ tab for Trusting the Process of Change class May 1, 15, 22, & 29@Payson Community Kids 12:30-3) or call 928-478-8515.

PAYSON ROUNDUP CLASSIFIEDS FRIDAY, MAY 6, 2016 TOWN OF STAR VALLEY Order: 10081505 Cust: -Chapman Auto Center Keywords: Automotive Technicians ADMINISTRATIVE ASSISTANT / art#: 20134526 Class: MechanicalSECRETARY TO TOWN MANAGER EXECUTIVE Size: 2.00 X 2.00 The Town of Star Valley will begin interviews for an administrative assistant / executive secretary to the Town Manager. This is a fulltime position, salary DOE. Applicants must have experience as a secretary; excellent computer skills; and provide a resume and references. While this is a municipal, town position, applicants do not have to have prior municipal experience. The Town’s application for employment can be obtained online at www.ci.star-valley.az.us, or at Town Hall located at 3675 E. Highway 260, Star Valley, AZ. EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER Order: 10079582 Cust: -McDonalds Keywords: Help Wanted art#: 20115075 Class: General Size: 2.00 X 4.00

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To apply online and learn more about an exciting opportunity to work for Hospice Compassus: Pease visit our website at www.hospicecompassus.com

Dining Services Director, Majestic Rim Retirement Living. Essential responsibilities: Plan, produce and serve quality meals; purchase food/supplies while meeting budget guidelines; and compliant in sanitation and safety. Minimum job requirements: A.A. Degree plus five (5) years of directly related experience or ten years of experience and/or training as executive chef. Minimum of three years’ experience in food service management. Excellent customer service skills. Food handling/sanitation licenses and/or certificates required. Must be able to obtain a Level One Fingerprint Clearance Card.

Please apply at Majestic Rim – 310 E. Tyler Parkway, Payson, AZ 85541. Resume is required. Majestic Rim is an Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE). Order: 10081025 Cust: -Hellsgate Fire Department Keywords: Jay has., on server art#: 20133891 Class: General Size: 2.00 X 4.00

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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.

Call Mary Jane Rogers at 928.472.6340

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BOOKKEEPER POSITION Part-Time Position Bookkeeping experience required, Drug testing, background and credit check will be completed prior to employment.

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ENTRY LEVEL RESERVE FIREFIGHTER Part-Time Position w/pension plan Candidate must possess or successfully obtain outside of work hours - Fire Operations and EMT certification (tuition provided)

SEASONAL WILDLAND FIREFIGHTER Part-Time on Call-Out Candidate must possess or successfully obtain outside of work hours - Basic Wildland Certification and Red Card Qualification (tuition provided)

Pick up and submit applications at 80 S. Walters Lane Star Valley, AZ 85541 (928) 474-3835 www.hellsgatefire.org

ANIMALS Dachshund Pups, 3 Dapples, One Black/Tan and 2 Long Hair Creames, All Males $400. Call 928-476-6435 or 480-734-7246 Dog Nail Clipping in the comfort and convenience of your home by Tracy. Local professional groomer of 24 years. $12.00 928-978-4959

COMPUTERS/ELECTRONICS MSI Laptop Computer, Recently Perchased from Computer Guys, Will Include Seperate Keyboard and Mouse, Still in the Box, $200. 928-472-9860

FIREWOOD HOUSTON MESA GENERAL STORE AND FUEL WOODS

FIREWOOD Juniper & Oak; Full Cords, Delivery Available Call 928-474-9859

HUNTING/FISHING SUPPLIES

Fishing Boat 16’ aluminum V-bottom fishing boat; trailer & 18 HP Evinrude. Call Warren $1500.00 or best offer 602-369-0869

Starting pay $9.00 hr.

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Pine-Strawberry, AZ FULL-TIME DISTRICT MANAGER for 3,200 customer district in the cool mountains of central Arizona at 6,000’ altitude. Under policy direction from the Board of Directors plan, direct, and oversee District programs, services, and resources in accordance with approved goals, policies, and directives. Compensation and benefits based on experience and qualifications. Respond with letter of interest, resume and compensation requirements by U.S. Mail to PO Box 134, Pine, AZ 85544 or by E-mail to rbrock@pswid.org. See full job description at www.pswid.org.

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Payson Campus - Fall 2016 These positions begin with the Fall 2016 semester which starts August 22nd.

CHEMISTRY INSTRUCTOR

To teach An Introduction to General, Organic, and Biological Chemistry (CHM 138 & CHM 138G) which meets on Mondays and Wednesdays from 5:30 pm to 8:20 pm, plus lab time. Requirements: Master 's Degr ee with 18 gr aduate hour s in Chemistr y r equir ed.

SPANISH LANGUAGE INSTRUCTOR

To teach Elementary & Intermediate Spanish (SPA 101/102 & SPA 201/202) which meets on Mondays and Wednesdays from 6 pm to 8:20 pm. Also, to teach dual enrollment Spanish classes at the high school. Requirements: Master 's Degr ee with 18 gr aduate hour s in Spanish r equir ed.

DEVELOPMENTAL ENGLISH INSTRUCTOR To teach Writing Fundamentals (ENG 100 & ENG 099) which meets on Tuesdays from 11 am to 12:50 pm and on Thursdays from 11 am to 1:50 pm. Requirements: Bachelor ’s Degr ee in English or r elated field.

FIRE SCIENCE INSTRUCTORS

To teach an assortment of Fire Science classes Classes typically meet from 7:30 am to 10:15 am, days depend on the specific class. Requirements: Fir e Science Instr uctor cr edentials.

For more information call and speak with the Payson Campus Dean. 928.468.8039 - 201 North Mud Springs Road, Payson Gila Community College continues to provide academic and workforce development to the adults of Gila County

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www.cancerbenefits.com Flagstaff Office; 928-774-1200 or 800-414-4328. 10ft, 20ft, 30ft. and 40ft. Shipping Containters, Call 928-537-3257 Old Webcor reel-to-reel tape player, $35. Propane Turkey Roaster, w/stand set, $45. 3 Room Family Dome Tent, New in Box, $85. Golf Clubs, $5.ea Four Upright Vacuums, $10.ea New Hard Double Rifle Gun Case, $45. Hard Archer Case, $25. 928-474-8864 THE BLIND DOCTOR Broken Blinds? Saggy Shades? Droopy Drapes? WE CAN FIX THAT! Dani 928-595-2968 BLINDS & DESIGNS Repairs, Sales, Shade Screens & More!

MUSICAL INSTRUMENTS WANTED: Good, Used, Acoustic Guitar, 208-661-8560 (Payson)

YARD SALES/ AUCTIONS ESTATE SALES 10. ESTATE/Moving Sale! LOTS & LOTS OF Patio and Household Furniture, small appliances, tools, etc., lots of miscellaneous! 905 S. Pineview St., Friday and Sat. May 6 & 7, From 8am-?

GARAGE SALES 2. Garage Sale - 1202 E Phoenix St (East of Mud Springs) Fri. 7 - 11 am. Sat. 7 - 1 pm, May 6 & 7; Household/kitchen goods, Christmas items, Collectable Tins & more. Also closing out Premier Designs high fashion jewelry business. Super jewelry sample sale @ 60 - 80% off.

Payson Pines community sale Houston Mesa and Beeline Rd. Payson Fri, May 6 and Sat, May 7. 8:00am to 3:00pm A variety of items for inside and out. Dog supplies, Furiture, Plant supplies, Yard ornaments.

MOVING SALES 3. Moving Sale; 810 N. Granite Dr., Payson; Fri. & Sat. May 6 & 7 starting at 8am: Oak Cabinet, Table & Chairs, Appliances, tools, Bricks, Flower Pots, Framed Pictures & Much More! 5. 1420 N. Sunrise Court, Fri. & Sat. May 6 & 7, from 8am to 2pm: Tools, Arts & Crafts, Clothes, BBQ Grill, Patio Furniture, Luggage, Some Gardening Items, Fishing & Camping and Many Household Items!

YARD SALES 1. Community Yard Sales Hwy 87 at mile marker 237.5 Deer Creek Sat, May 7. 8am - 3pm The annual DEER CREEK VILLAGE Community Yard Sales will be held on Saturday, May 7, 8am - 3pm. Many homes in the viillage participate, so there will be much to choose from. Something for everyone! A short drive south of Payson. Watch for the signs!

11. 504 S. Wade Court, Sat. May 7 from 8am to Noon; No Early Birds Please! Furniture, Display Cases, Miniature Car Collection, Antique Sewing Machine, Neon Bar Signs and Much Much More! 6. Yard Sale, May 6 & 7 Fri. & Sat. from 8am to 3pm; 107 W. Rancho Rd; Uniquie Mother’s Day Gifts: Planter’s Chairs, Small Furniture and Much Much More! 7. HUGE YARD SALE! 600 E. Lorene; Sat. May 7th Only from 8am to 4pm; No Early Birds! Rain Date: Sat. May 14th. Benefit Sale for Michael Jones (Burn Victim Medical Bills)! Lots of Furniture, Tools, Plumbing Parts, New Kitchen Sinks w/Faucets & Much More! Across from 260 Cafe, Hwy 260 East. 8. Yard Sale 1105 N. Easy St. Fri. May 6 from 11am to 6pm: Limestone Landscaping Rock, Refrig/Freezer, Full Bed, Stands, Doors: Interior/Exterior/Sliding, Patio, New Speakers, Woman’s Medium Size Clothes. 9. BIG INSIDE SALE - Fri. & Sat. 81 Piece Noritake China Set #6423, large Antique Dining Room Table w/a Butterfly Leaf, w/5 chairs, 2 Matching Dressers and others, Oak Coffee Table, Antique Stand, Corner Desk, Beautiful China Cabinet, Ikea Shelving, Beautiful Full Size Brass Bed Frame, King Size Bed and Frame, Tools: such as a Bench Vise, Table Saw, and Hand Tools, Lots of Nuts & Bolts (New in packages) and More. New Items Every Day! 200 Frontier St. (Across from the Post Office) Follow the Signs!!, Fri. & Sat. from 8am to ? Let’s Make a Deal! Lots of Items!

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DENTAL

DEMO COMPANY seeking individuals for in-store demos. Great PT job for teachers, seniors, students. $60 - $72+/6 hours 800-747-8861

Dental Hygienist (Part-time) We are looking for a caring, exceptional hygienist as our office continues to grow. The perfect candidate is a highly motivated, compassionate person who likes to be a part of a team that strives towards excellence. If you are interested in a part-time position with future growth potential please email resume to reception@paysonpremierdental.c om or fax to 928-472-8300.

Rewarding Food Service/Accommodation position at local Christian Camp. 20hrs plus/week. 928-478-4630 ext 305.

Security FT PT, all shifts, background ck, computer or typing, able to be on feet, work ethic, service oriented. Pay DOE, PU/Return app Mon-Sat 11am-2pm, 814 N Beeline Hwy, Suite J, Payson

EDUCATION

HEAD START Come join a WINNING TEAM! Now accepting applications for:

The Payson Roundup Newspaper is seeking an Independent Contractor to Deliver Newspapers,

Home Base Teacher – Payson 40 hours per week/52 wks p/yr Pay starts at $14.00/hour w/ Assoc. degree and $14.52 w/ a Bachelor’s degree

Tuesdays and Friday afternoons, Approx. 4 hours per day, Pays $110.p/wk, Starting at Tyler Parkway, Chaparral Pines, Rim Club, and the Knolls.

Apply today at www.PGCCS.org/Careers Visit our website to see our employment listings

Must be: 21 years of age, have good driving record, dependable transportation, Preferably 4-Wheel Drive & proof of full coverage of insurance on vehicle & copy of Arizona Drivers License. Our Company does Background Checks!

Program provided by Pinal Gila Community Child Services is 100% federally funded. EOE.

Applications available after 3:00 p.m. at 708 N. Beeline,Payson, AZ

GENERAL

ATVS 2003 Yamaha 350XR Warrior, Runs Good, Low Hours $2000. Call Don 928-978-0814

CARS Mobile RV & Trailer Repair! Call Carl 928-951-3500

CERTIFIED LIFE GUARD PT Seasonal Pick up application at the Chaparral Pines Main Security Gatehouse.

TRANSPORTATION SPECIALIST

Serving Payson over 7 years

Payson Senior Center needs a Front Desk person for Dispatch & handle all Transportation reports.

PARTS Jaguar E-Type Misc. Parts (Many New) for Series 1, 2 & 3 + XJ-6 & XJ-12, Inquire. Jaguar V-12 Double Intake High Performance Inducftion System, $1900.obo 928-474-9862 or 480-313-8776 New B&M Super Charger for Small Block Chevy, Includes New Holley Carborator, $1500.obo + Martin Turbo for $950. Also Corvette Block Assembly fresh from machine shop $440. + Other Parts. 928-474-9862 or 480-313-8776

SUVS 1995 GMC 4x4 Jimmy, Engine Replace at 120,774. New Axles and Bearings, Rear End Rebuilt, A/C Works, Good Tires $3500.obo 928-978-0814

TRUCKS 2004 Chevy 1500 4x4, Only 60K Miles, Very Good Condition, Cab High Top w/Side Doors, $8500. 928-899-5618

EMPLOYMENT

MUSTS: good phone skills, organized, proficient on Excel & Word, be able to obtain level 1 fingerprint card. Apply at: 514 W Main Sr, Payson M-F, 8-4. We are a drug-free and EEO employer.

Newspaper PART-TIME INSERTER High Energy Position 20-25 Hours per week Mon, Tue, Thur, Friday’s 8:00 AM - Finish Must be able to Lift up to 25 lbs. Work at a very fast pace, be able to stand for the period of the day. This is a minimum wage paying job. Must be Able to Pass Background Check Pick Up Applications After 3pm at the Roundup Office and attach Copy of Drivers License. 708 N. Beeline Hwy.

We’re hiring 6 good people in May. Maintenance Kitchen Housekeeping Teaching

Payson Community Kids Help Wanted: 10 hours per week program aide needed. Must love children and pass a background check. No phone calls please apply in person at 213 South Colcord Road, Payson, AZ.

If your a good person and ready to work, call John at 928-951-3967 for application Taking applications now at: Tonto Creek Camp on Hwy 260 & Camp Tontozona Road

CLERICAL/OFFICE

HEALTH CARE

FT General Office/Clerical Including some Saturdays. Duties include: Customer Service, Sales, Multiple Phone Lines, Multi-tasking a Must for Busy/Fast Paced Office Environment! Payson Concrete 1900 E. Hwy 260 Apply in Person.

Order: 10081627 Cust: -Town Of Star Valley Keywords: Admin Assistant art#: 20134210 Class: Administrative/Professional Size: 2.00 X 2.00

POSITION: VARIOUS FOOD & BEVERAGE ROLES Hiring for the Season: Servers, Bussers and Runners Line Cooks - Head Line Cook Part-time positions available with flexible hours. We are looking for bright, energetic individuals for seasonal and permanent positions. We offer competitive pay with opportunity for advancement. If you are interested in joining our team please pick up an application at: The Rim Golf Club Guard House Rim Club Parkway 928-472-1460 or email hlusk@therimgolfclub.org

Order: 10079403 Cust: -Gila County Personnel art#: 20127705 Class: General Size: 2.00 X 2.00

TOWN OF PAYSON Water Utility Services Representative I

$14.12 - $21.18/hr, plus benefits. Obtain job description and required application by calling (928) 472-5012; 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, 05/11/16. EOE Order: 10081326 Cust: -Town of Payson / HR Keywords: Water Utility Services Representative I art#: 20134294 Class: General Size: 2.00 X 2.00

Caregiver ad PRESS OPERATOR The Payson Roundup is accepting applications for an experienced web press operator. We are an award winning, twice weekly newspaper and produce products for a limited number of commercial printing customers. We are looking for someone with experience in running 5 units of Goss Community, negative stripping, plate making and with a pride for quality. Mechanical abilities and forklift experience are also desirable. This is a fulltime position with a complete benefit package. Payson is located in the heart of Mogollon Rim country where outdoor recreation, hunting and fishing abound. Please send your resume to publisher@payson.com, OR Payson Roundup 708 N. Beeline Hwy, Payson, AZ 85541. Order: 10081615 Cust: -Town of Payson / HR Keywords: PT Office Clerk III art#: 20134668 Class: Clerical/office Size: 2.00 X 2.00 TOWN

Comfort Keepers is seeking mature, caring people for non-medical in-home care. Provide companionship, personal care, meal prep, shopping. Experience preferred. Please apply in Person @ 200 W. Frontier St. #K, Payson or call (928) 474-0888.

OF PAYSON

Part-Time Office Clerk III

$12.48 - $18.71/hr, plus retirement benefits. Obtain required application by calling (928) 472-5012; 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, 05/19/16. EOE Order: 10081670 Cust: -RIM GOLF CLUB - DISPLAY Keywords: Various Employment art#: 20134737 Class: General Size: 2.00 X 2.00

AUTOMOTIVE TECHNICIANS

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PAYSON ROUNDUP

8B HEALTH CARE Case Manager Provide case management services for SMI, Substance Abuse population and children/families. Min. req: HS/GED plus 4 years exp in BH or combined BH education and exp with at least 1 year case mgt exp; 21 yrs of age or older, AZ driver license w/good driving record, must pass DPS fingerprint clearance.

REVOCABLE LIVING TRUSTS WILLS LIVING WILLS FINANCIAL POWERS OF ATTORNEY MEDICAL POWERS OF ATTORNEY DEEDS

Patricia Rockwell AZ Certiﬁed Legal Document Preparer/ Paralegal

Generous benefit package. Bilingual encouraged. Submit application/resume to: Horizon Human Services, 600 E. HWY 260 #8, Payson, AZ 85547AA/EOE/M/F D/V HIRING: Front Desk Manager. Experienced In House Medical Biller & RN w/IV Skills Pay D.O.Experience, Send Resume & References Required: Cardiology Clinic, PO Box 2581,Payson, 85547 Ophthalmology Back-Office 32hs per week position; exp. a plus SDOE, fax resume to 928-474-4534 Attention D. Burns

HOMES FOR RENT

LEGAL SERVICES

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REAL ESTATE COMMERCIAL FOR SALE 2 Commercial Lots, North of Post-Net, $125K BJQ-Mr.Q 928-978-0808

MOBILES FOR SALE 12x44 $10,500. In Nicer Park, 928-245-0414

Requirements: Experienced service and repairs plumber with 8 years+ experience preferred. Must have a valid AZ Drivers License We offer great pay and benefits package.

Send resumes to: resumes@GHPHC.com or call 928-951-5988

SERVICES MISCELLANEOUS Learn Prospecting for Gold! Classes in the Field. Metal Detecting, Placer Recovering for Gold! Call 928-595-2261

CONSTRUCTION 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

HANDYMAN JIMMY’S ALLTRADES Since 1993 Plumbing, Electrical, Sun Screens, Dryer Vent Cleaning, Gutters Cleaned, Window Screen Repair 928-474-6482 not licensed

HAULING Home Repair Lawn Care Hauling CD 2015

HOME REPAIRS

Lawn Care

HAULING

www.paysonrentals.com RESIDENTIAL RENTALS

1413 N. Sunset Dr., 3BD, 2BA . . . . . . . . . $1750 1207 W. Birchwood, 2BD, 2BA . . . . . . . . . . $950 1113 W. Driftwood Dr., 2BD, 2BA . . . . . . . . $950 914 W. Rim View Rd., 2BD, 2BA. . . . . . . . . $925 905 N. Beeline Hwy #9, 3BD, 2BA . . . . . . . $925 200 E. Malibu Dr. B3, 2BD, 2BA . . . . . . . . . . . $825 512 W. Longhorn #2, 2BD, 1BA. . . . . . . . . . . . $750 602 N. Easy St. #B, 2BD, 2BA. . . . . . . . . . . . . $725 316 W. Frontier #A, 2BD, 2BA . . . . . . . . . . . . . $600 607 S. Beeline Hwy. Sp#20, 1BD, 1BA . . . . . . $435 607 S. Beeline Hwy. C4, Studio 1BA . . . . . . . . $400

FURNISHED HOMES

1104 S. Elk Ridge, 4BD, 3BA . . . . . . . . . . $2000

BISON COVE CONDOS

2B/1BA 14x56 1983 MH, fenced yd/lrg trees/incl 10x10 shed in pet friendly 55+MHpark $11,000.obo 480-390-8901 Foreclosures: 30 Homes, both New and PreOwned to Choose From, Free Delivery, Call Bronco Homes, 1-800-487-0712 REPOS: 2, 3, & 4 Bedrooms, Starting from $9,989. Call Bronco Homes: 1-800-487-0712

APARTMENTS FOR RENT 1100 Sq.Ft 2BDR/2BA Apartment In Central Payson, Central Heating and A/C, F/P., Washer/Dryer Hookup $750.p/m, 480-326-7203 or 480-926-9024

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Apartments For Rent

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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 Apartments : : : : for Rent

Spring has

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Forest Hills Condominiums :

333 N. McLane :

Relax by our cool swimming pool Large 1-2 Bedrooms

Wood Burning Fireplace Washer & Dryer • Covered Parking • Pet Friendly Close to Rumsey Park & Library

Call Caroline 928-472-6055 Positively Payson

Tonto Oaks Apts. & Mobile Homes

120 S. Tonto St.

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I havee whatt youu need! Glorious 1 & 2 BR APTS ALSO: BIG Beautiful 2BR/2BA Home in Payson w/Large Yard Area

Call Cindy for availability & Details (928) 472-9238

COMMERCIAL FOR RENT

(Inexpensive) Not a Licensed Contractor

HOME SERVICES

Commercial 900sf, Big Bay Door, Plus 480sf Storay Unit attached, Electric/Water Included, Price Negotiable 928-595-0402

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!

Gift Certificates Available

Call The Cheaper Sweeper for a free estimate: (928) 472-9897 HOUSEKEEPING ETC. Cleaning Services, Regular Schedulled Cleanings, Organizing and Move-Outs! Call Shari for a Quote! 928-951-1807 Retired Nurse to care for your loved one! Experienced wtih Adults, Infants, Children, Pets 928-239-9132

LANDSCAPING Antonio’s Landscaping Landscaping, Yard Maintenance, Stonework and Firewood Available, Call Antonio @ 602-579-8844 or 928-363-1382 DZ Lawn Care Weeding, Edging, Trimming, Free Estimates Providing All Your Lawncare Needs 321-280-7295

OakLeaf Yardworks Yard Maintenance Minor landscaping and tree trimming. Firewising! Call:Dennis 928-595-0477 not a licensed contractor

200 E. MALIBU DRIVE, 2 BEDROOM, 2 BATH UNFURNISHED & FURNISHED UNITS RENT $800 TO $1150

Independently Owned & Operated

Rental $950.mo Den, 2 bath 2 Bedroom+

single level in quiet Payson North cul-de-sac. 2 car garage, no smoking, sewer & water paid, $950+ dep. Owner/Agent 928-978-2307

MOBILES FOR RENT

RENTALS

Diversified Services IOWA BOY - HONEST, DEPENDABLE

JOE - 970-1873

UNFURNISHED RENTAL HOMES NEEDED

609 S. BEELINE HWY. PAYSON, AZ 85541 474-5276

Insurance Agent

EXPERIENCED PLUMBER WANTED

Pine 3 Br, 1 Ba ...........$850 Pine 3 Br, 3 Ba .........$1750

Pine Prudential Rentals x3 BERKSHIRE HATHAWAY HomeServices Advantage Realty PROPERTY MANAGEMENT

INSURANCE

GEORGE HENRY Plumbing Heating & Cooling

BERKSHIRE HATHAWAY HomeServices Advantage Realty

Independently Owned & Operated

Lodging establishment seeks hard-worker in Pine/Strawberry area. $12/hour to start. 15-25 hrs/week. Email inquiries and resumes to: pslodging@gmail.com

MECHANICAL

Prudential Pine

928-476-3279

Housekeeper (Part-time)

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One Acre Horse Property in Town 2Br/1Ba-Den,Restored Home on Private Acre, Central Heating, Cooling, FP, Laundry, Fenced Yard,Stable $995.mo 928-288-2440

PO Box 329, 3640 Hwy 87, Pine, AZ 85544

AZCLDP #81438

HOSPITALITY

“Licensed” P & C Insurance Agent for local Independent Insurance Agency to sell & market Auto; Home; Commercial Insurance Salary Commission and Renewal Income Call 480-614-1463

LEASE: 3BR/2Bath + 2 Car Garage. Recently Remodeled. Washer/Dryer/Refrigerator Included Call Sherry: 949.212.8911. May Consider One Pet.

HOMES FOR RENT 2Bd/1Ba, 3 Sheds, AZ Room, Fenced Yard, Unfurnished, 1305 N. Woodland: $800.p/m $500. Dep. Call Lee 928-595-1164 2Bd/2Ba Home Utilities Paid $950.p/mo Call Don at 928-978-3423 3Br/2Ba, 2 Car Garage, AZ Room, Stove, Fridge, W/D, D/W, Garbage Disposal, Microwave, 1yr lease, $1550.mo. + $1550.Dep. Includes Sewer/Garbage, Smoking/Pets-No 480-567-6057 4BR, 2 BA + Sunroom, Fully Fenced Yard W/ 2 Sheds. No Gar. Includes Wood Pellet Stove, Forced Air, Swamp Cooler, Refrigerator,Tankless Water Heater. $1200/month. Sherry: 949.212.8911. Beautifully “FURNISHED” ,New Paint/Carpet, 2Br/2Ba w/FP, 1800sf, MAIN HOUSE, in town, short and long leases, quality neighborhood, $1375.mo Call: 602-290-7282. Extra Nice!!! 2BDR/2BA, 2/Car-Garage, Smoking-No! $1000/month + Deposit, All Appliances, Near High-School, 928-978-1452 or 928-474-6622

House for Rent in Pine 2Br/1Ba Central Heat,Fireplace, All Appliances $700.p/m,$350 Sec.Dep First & Last Month Pets/Smoking No: Call 928-476-3462

2 BR, 1 BA, Mobile Home, 21 B N Milky Way , Star Valley, AZ, 12 months lease, Really cute with fenced yard., $ 630, Call Jason. 602-459-1414. Deer Creek, 2bd/1ba, Open Concept,W/D Hookup,Storage, Fenced Yard, Nice View, Quiet Neighborhood, Avail. June 1st $595.p/m + Dep, 928-595-4412 Park Model 1Br/1Ba, Cable/Water/Sewage Included, in Quiet Secluded RV Park, $600.mo + Electric/Tax & $500.Dep. Pets/Smoking-No, Please Call 928-474-8222

MOBILE/RV SPACES 55+ Juniper Roost Village in Oxbow Estates, Trailer/5th Wheel Lot for Lease $275.per/mo Includes: Water, Septic, Trash, & Wifi. Laundry house on property. Large Lots border National Forrest 928-476-8650 or info@juniperroost.com www.juniperroost.com Mountain Shadows R.V. & Mobile Home Park, Nice quiet family park, Travel Trailers, furnished $400.00 mo, RV Spaces $256.55 mo, with onsite Manager, Laundry, Shower, Game room, and Wifi, Call Shawn at 928-474-2406

ROOMS FOR RENT BEDROOM: Sweet Clean Quiet Home (w/Free Wifi & Utilties); Access to W/D, $350.mo for Single NON-SMOKING, Quiet Person, 928-468-2404

LEGAL NOTICES 16128: 4/15, 4/22, 4/29, 5/6/2016; NOTICE OF TRUSTEE’S SALE File ID. # 16-0015 8 Chernek Title No: 21600146 The following legally described trust property will be sold, pursuant to the power of sale under that certain trust deed recorded on 09/15/2005 as Document No. 2005-017103 Gila County, AZ. NOTICE! IF YOU BELIEVE THERE IS A DEFENSE TO THE TRUSTEE SALE OR IF YOU HAVE AN OBJECTION TO THE TRUSTEE SALE, YOU MUST FILE AN ACTION AND OBTAIN A COURT ORDER PURSUANT TO RULE 65, ARIZONA RULES OF CIVIL PROCEDURE, STOPPING THE SALE NO LATER THAN 5:00 P.M. MOUNTAIN STANDARD TIME OF THE LAST BUSINESS DAY BEFORE THE SCHEDULED DATE OF THE SALE, OR YOU MAY HAVE WAIVED ANY DEFENSES OR OBJECTIONS TO THE SALE. UNLESS YOU OBTAIN AN ORDER, THE SALE WILL BE FINAL AND WILL OCCUR at public auction on June 23, 2016 at 11:00 AM, at the front entrance to the County Courthouse, 1400 East Ash, Globe, AZ. and the property will be sold by the Trustee 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 33-811). The sale shall convey 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: Lot 200, of CHAPARRAL PINES PHASE ONE, according to the plat of record in the office of the County Recorder of Gila County, Arizona, recorded in Map(s) No. 668 through 668JJ and Certificate of Correction recorded July 9, 1997 as 97-709486 and Certificate of Correction recorded February 1, 2001 as 2001-1321, all of Official Records. The street address/location of the real property described above is purported to be: 902 Indian Paintbrush Circle Payson, AZ 85541 Tax Parcel No.: 302-87-200 5 The under-

FRIDAY, MAY 6, 2016

LEGAL NOTICES signed Trustee, Leonard J. McDonald, Attorney at Law, 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, expressed 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.Original Principal Balance: $650,000.00 Original Trustor: Michael M Chernek a married man as his sole and separate property 9775 N 130th St, Scottsdale, AZ 85259 Current Beneficiary: First National Bank of Pennsylvania successor by merger to Parkvale Bank Care of / Servicer PNC Mortgage, a division of PNC Bank, NA, 3232 Newmark Drive Miamisburg, OH 45342 Current Trustee: Leonard J. McDonald 2525 East Camelback Road, Suite 700 Phoenix, Arizona 85016 (602) 255-6035 Leonard J. McDonald, Attorney at Law Trustee/Successor Trustee, is regulated by and qualified per ARS Section 33-803 (A)2 as a member of The Arizona State Bar. A-4568918 04/08/2016, 04/15/2016, 04/22/2016, 04/29/2016 16135: 4/22, 4/29, 5/6, 5/13/2016; NOTICE OF TRUSTEE’S SALE TS#: 15-15788 Order #: 8606688 The following legally described trust property will be sold, pursuant to the power of Sale under that certain Deed of Trust dated 7/8/2014 and recorded on 7/11/2014 as Instrument # 2014-006490, Book Page in the office of the County Recorder of Gila County, Arizona, NOTICE! IF YOU BELIEVE THERE IS A DEFENSE TO THE TRUSTEE SALE OR IF YOU HAVE AN OBJECTION TO THE TRUSTEE SALE, YOU MUST FILE AN ACTION AND OBTAIN A COURT ORDER PURSUANT TO RULE 65, ARIZONA RULES OF CIVIL PROCEDURE, STOPPING THE SALE NO LATER THAN 5:00 P.M. MOUNTAIN STANDARD TIME OF THE LAST BUSINESS DAY BEFORE THE SCHEDULED DATE OF THE SALE, OR YOU MAY HAVE WAIVED ANY DEFENSES OR OBJECTIONS TO THE SALE. UNLESS YOU OBTAIN AN ORDER, THE SALE WILL BE FINAL AND WILL OCCUR at public auction to the highest bidder at At the front entrance to the County Courthouse, 1400 East Ash, Globe, AZ 85501, on 5/23/2016 at 11:00 AM of said day. THAT PORTION OF LOTS 4 AND 5, BLOCK 8, EAST GLOBE MAP NO. 1, ACCORDING TO MAP NO. 2, RECORDS OF GILA COUNTY, ARIZONA, DESCRIBED AS FOLLOWS: BEGINNING AT THE NORTHEAST CORNER OF LOT 5 OF SAID BLOCK 8, A THE INTERSECTION OF THIRD AND MONROE STREETS AND RUNNING THENCE SOUTHERLY AND ALONG THIRD STREET 75 FEET; THENCE WESTERLY AND PARALLEL WITH MONROE STREET 51 FEET; THENCE NORTHERLY AND PARALLEL WITH THIRD STREET 35.4 FEET; THENCE WESTERLY AND PARALLEL WITH MONROE STREET 8 FEET; THENCE NORTHERLY AND PARALLEL WITH THIRD STREET 39.6 FEET, TO MONROE STREET; THENCE EASTERLY AND ALONG MONROE STREET 59 FEET, TO THE POINT OF BEGINNING. The successor trustee appointed herein qualifies as trustee of the Trust Deed in the trustee’s capacity as a licensed insurance producer as required by ARS Section 33-803, Subsection A. Name of Trustee’s Regulator: Arizona Department of Insurance. ACCORDING TO THE DEED OF TRUST OR UPON INFORMATION SUPPLIED BY THE BENEFICIARY, THE FOLLOWING INFORMATION IS PROVIDED PURSUANT TO A.R.S. SECTION 33-808(C): Street address or identifiable location: 614 S THIRD STREET GLOBE, AZ 85501 A.P.N.: 208-05-209 Original Principal Balance: $120,918.00 Name and address of original trustor: (as shown on the Deed of Trust) JOSE R. GONZALEZ, A SINGLE MAN 614 S THIRD STREET GLOBE, AZ 85501 Name and address of beneficiary: (as of recording of Notice of Sale) J.P. Morgan Mortgage Acquisition Corp. c/o Carrington Mortgage Services, LLC 1600 Douglass Road, Suite 200 A Anaheim, CA 92806 If the Trustee is unable to convey title for any reason, the success-

LEGAL NOTICES ful bidder’s sole and exclusive remedy shall be the return of monies paid to the Trustee and the successful bidder shall have not further recourse. The undersigned Trustee disclaims any liability for any incorrectness of the street address and other common designations, if any, shown herein. Said sale will be made, but without covenant or warranty, expressed or implied regarding title, possession, or encumbrances, to pay the unpaid principal balance of the note(s) secured by said Deed of Trust, with interest thereon as provided in said note(s), advances, if any, under the terms of said Deed of Trust, including fees, charges and expenses of the Trustee. 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. NAME, ADDRESS and TELEPHONE NUMBER OF TRUSTEE: (as of recording of Notice of Sale) Carrington Foreclosure Services, LLC P.O. Box 3309 Anaheim, California 92803 (888) 313-1969 Dated: 2/12/2016 Carrington Foreclosure Services, LLC Tai Alailima, Director Sale information can be obtained online at www.servicelinkasap.com or use the automated sales information at (714) 730-2727. A-4567126 04/22/2016, 04/29/2016, 05/06/2016, 05/13/2016 16137: 4/15, 4/22, 4/29, 5/6/2016; TS No. 2015-01403-AZ 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 12/13/2006 and recorded on 12/19/2006 as Instrument No. 2006-021247, Book —Page —- and rerecorded on as in the official records of Gila County, Arizona, NOTICE! IF YOU BELIEVE THERE IS A DEFENSE TO THE TRUSTEE SALE OR IF YOU HAVE AN OBJECTION TO THE TRUSTEE SALE, YOU MUST FILE AN ACTION AND OBTAIN A COURT ORDER PURSUANT TO RULE 65, ARIZONA RULES OF CIVIL PROCEDURE, STOPPING THE SALE NO LATER THAN 5:00 P.M. MOUNTAIN STANDARD TIME OF THE LAST BUSINESS DAY BEFORE THE SCHEDULED DATE OF THE SALE, OR YOU MAY HAVE WAIVED ANY DEFENSES OR OBJECTIONS TO THE SALE. UNLESS YOU OBTAIN AN ORDER, THE SALE WILL BE FINAL AND WILL OCCUR at public auction to the highest bidder At the main entrance to the Gila County Courthouse 1400 E. Ash Street Globe, AZ 85501, in Gila County, on 06/13/2016 at 11:00 AM of said day: Legal Description: Lot 230 the portal Pine Creek Canyon Unit two according to map no 542 records of Gila county Arizona; Together with A Proportionate interest in and to the common areas as set forth on said plat Purported Street Address: 4659 NORTH CANYON VISTA DRIVE, PINE, AZ 85544 Tax Parcel 30162183

Number:

Original Principal Balance: $ 315,000.00

LEGAL NOTICES of the Deed of Trust in the trustee’s capacity as an Insurance Company as required by A.R.S. § 33-803 (A)(6). The successor trustee’s regulator is the Arizona Department of Financial Institutions. STATE OF Georgia COUNTY OF Fulton On 02/17/2016, before me, the undersigned, a Notary Public in and for the said State, duly commissioned and sworn, personally appeared Chelsea Jackson, personally known to me (or proved to me on the basis of satisfactory evidence) to be the person who executed the within instrument and acknowledged to me that he/she executed the same in his/her authorized capacity, and that by his/her signature on the instrument, the person, or the entity upon behalf of which the person acted, executed the instrument. WITNESS my hand and official seal. /s/ Laterrika Thompkins Laterrika Thompkins NOTARY PUBLIC Expiration Date July 22, 2016 16149: 4/22, 4/29, 5/6, 5/13/2016; 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 recorded on September 2, 1998 in Instrument No. 1998-13838 in the office of the County Recorder of Gila County, Arizona, NOTICE! IF YOU BELIEVE THERE IS A DEFENSE TO THE TRUSTEE SALE OR IF YOU HAVE AN OBJECTION TO THE TRUSTEE SALE, YOU MUST FILE AN ACTION AND OBTAIN A COURT ORDER PURSUANT TO RULE 65, ARIZONA RULES OF CIVIL PROCEDURE, STOPPING THE SALE NO LATER THAN 5:00 P.M. MOUNTAIN STANDARD TIME ON THE LAST BUSINESS DAY BEFORE THE SCHEDULED DATE OF THE SALE, OR YOU MAY HAVE WAIVED ANY DEFENSES OR OBJECTIONS TO THE SALE. UNLESS YOU OBTAIN AN ORDER, THE SALE WILL BE FINAL AND WILL OCCUR at public auction to the highest bidder At the Front Entrance of the Gila County Courthouse, 1400 E. Ash Street, Globe, AZ 85501 at 11:00 AM on July 1, 2016: LEGAL DESCRIPTION AS SHOWN ON EXHIBIT “A” ATTACHED HERETO Purported Street address: 550 E Cottonwood, Globe, AZ 85501 Tax Parcel # 208-02-145 Original Principal Balance: $44,800.00 Name and Address of Beneficiary: HSBC Bank USA, National Association as Trustee for Structured Asset Securities Corporation, Mortgage Pass-Through Certificates, Series 2004-SC1, in c/o Nationstar Mortgage LLC, 8950 Cypress Waters Blvd, Coppell, Texas 75019. Name and Address of Original Trustor: Dennis F Ashcroft and Rosemary R Ashcroft, husband and wife, 357 S High St, Globe, AZ 85501 Name, Address and Telephone Number of Trustee: Jason P. Sherman, 3636 N. Central Ave., Suite #400, Phoenix, AZ 85012, 602-222-5711

Name and Address of Current Beneficiary:

Dated: March 30, 2016 /s/ Jason P. Sherman, Trustee, Jason P. Sherman, Trustee

Deutsche Bank National Trust Company, as Trustee for American Home Mortgage Assets Trust 2007-2, Mortgage-Backed Pass-Through Certificates Series 2007-2

Manner of Trustee Qualification: The Trustee qualifies pursuant to A.R.S. § 33-803(A)(2) as a member of the State Bar of Arizona.

c/o Ocwen Loan Servicing, LLC 1661 Worthington Road West Palm Beach, FL 33409 Name and Address of Original Trustor: BRYAN K FREITAG, A SINGLE MAN 4659 North Canyon Vista Drive , Pine , AZ 85544

Name, Address and Telephone Number of Trustee: Western Progressive - Arizona, Inc. Northpark Town Center 1000 Abernathy Rd NE; Bldg 400, Suite 200 Atlanta, GA 30328 (866) 960-8299 SALE INFORMATION: Sales Line: (866) 960-8299 W e b s i t e : http://www.altisource.com/M ortgageServices/DefaultMan agement/TrusteeServices.as px Western Progressive - Arizona, Inc. DATED: 02/17/2016 /s/ Chelsea Jackson, Trustee Sale Assistant The successor trustee herein qualifies as a trustee

Name of Trustee’s Regulator: The Trustee’s Regulator is the State Bar of Arizona. STATE OF ARIZONA}} ss. COUNTY OF MARICOPA} The foregoing instrument was acknowledged before me on March 30, 2016, by Jason P. Sherman, a member of the State Bar of Arizona, as Trustee. /s/ Yolanda R. Garnder NOTARY PUBLIC My commission expires: 02/09/2019 EXHIBIT “A” PARCEL NO.1: THAT CERTAIN PIECE AND PARCEL OF OF LAND SITUATE, LYING AND BEING BLOCK 28, OF GLOBE TOWNSITE, ACCORDING TO THE PLAT OF RECORD IN THE OFFICE OF THE COUNTY RECORDER OF GILA COUNTY, ARIZONA, RECORDED IN MAP NO. 63, MORE PARTICULARLY DESCRIBED AS FOLLOWS: COMMENCING AT A POINT 90 FEET EASTERLY FROM THE NORTHWEST CORNER OF SAID BLOCK 28, GLOBE TOWNSITE: THENCE SOUTHERLY, A DISTANCE OF 62.50 FEET; THENCE EASTERLY PAR-

LEGAL NOTICES ALLEL WIT COTTONWOOD STREET, A DISTANCE OF 10.00 FEET; THENCE SOUTHERLY, A DISTANCE OF 119.50 FEET; THENCE EASTERLY AGAIN PARALLEL WITH COTTONWOOD STREET, A DISTANCE OF 25.00 FEET; THENCE NORTHERLY TO THE SOUTH SIDE LINE OF COTTONWOOD STREET, A DISTANCE OF 182.00 FEET; THENCE WESTERLY ALONG THE SOUTH SIDE OF COTTONWOOD STREET, A DISTANCE OF 35.00 FEET TO THE POINT OF BEGINNING. PARCEL NO. 2: ALL AND SINGULAR THAT CERTAIN PIECE OR PARCEL OF LAND SITUATE, LYING AND BEING IN BLOCK 28, OF GLOBE TOWNSITE, ACCORDING TO THE PLAT OF RECORD IN THE OFFICE OF THE COUNTY RECORDER OF GILA COUNTY, ARIZONA, RECORDED IN MAP NO. 63, MORE PARTICULARLY DESCRIBED AS FOLLOWS: BEGINNING AT THE NORTHWEST CORNER OF SAID BOOK 28, AT THE INTERESECTION OF HIGH AND COTTONWOOD STREETS; THENCE EASTERLY AND ALONG COTTONWOOD STREET, A DISTANCE OF 90.00 FEET, THENCE SOUTHERLY AND PARALLEL WITH HIGH STREET, A DISTANCE OF 62.50 FEET; THENCE WESTERLY AND PARALLEL WITH COTTONWOOD STREET, A DISTANCE OF 90.00 FEET; THENCE NORTHERLY AND ALONG HIGH STREET, A DISTANCE OF 62.50 FEET TO THE POINT OF BEGINNING. ALSO, ALL AND SINGULAR THAT CERTAIN LOT, PIECE OR PARCEL OF LAND SITUATE, LYING AND BEING IN BLOCK 28, OF GLOBE TOWNSITE ACCORDING TO THE PLAT OF RECORD IN THE OFFICE OF THE COUNTY RECORDER OF GILA COUNTY, ARIZONA, RECORDED IN MAP NO. 63, MORE PARTICULARLY DESCRIBED AS FOLLOWS; BEGINNING AT A POINT 62.50 FEET SOUTHERLY FROM THE NORTHWEST CORNER OF SAID BLOCK 28; THENCE EASTERLY PARALLEL WITH COTTONWOOD STREET, A DISTANCE OF 100.00 FEET; THENCE SOUTHERLY PARALLEL WITH HIGH STREET, A DISTANCE OF 86.50 FEET; THENCE WESTERLY PARALLEL WITH COTTONWOOD STREET, A DISTANCE OF 100.00 FEET; THENCE NORTHERLY ALONG THE EAST SIDE LINE OF HIGH STREET, A DISTANCE OF 86.50 FEET TO THE POINT OF BEGINNING. 16156: 4/22, 4/29, 5/6, 5/13/2016; 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 10/25/2007 and recorded on 10/30/2007 as Instrument # 2007-018276 in the office of the County Recorder of Gila County, Arizona. NOTICE! IF YOU BELIEVE THERE IS A DEFENSE TO THE TRUSTEE SALE OR IF YOU HAVE AN OBJECTION TO THE TRUSTEE SALE, YOU MUST FILE AN ACTION AND OBTAIN A COURT ORDER PURSUANT TO RULE 65, ARIZONA RULES OF CIVIL PROCEDURE, STOPPING THE SALE NO LATER THAN 5:00 P.M. MOUNTAIN STANDARD TIME OF THE LAST BUSINESS DAY BEFORE THE SCHEDULED DATE OF THE SALE, OR YOU MAY HAVE WAIVED ANY DEFENSES OR OBJECTIONS TO THE SALE. UNLESS YOU OBTAIN AN ORDER, THE SALE WILL BE FINAL AND WILL OCCUR at public auction to the highest bidder at the front entrance to the Gila County Courthouse, 1400 East Ash Street, Globe, AZ 85501, on 7/12/2016 at 11:00 AM of said day: See Exhibit “A” attached hereto and made a part hereof. The successor trustee appointed herein qualifies as trustee of the Trust Deed in the trustee’s capacity as an attorney and member of the State Bar of Arizona as required by ARS Section 33-803, Subsection A(2). Name of Trustee’s Regulator: State Bar of Arizona ACCORDING TO THE DEED OF TRUST OR UPON INFORMATION SUPPLIED BY THE BENEFICIARY, THE FOLLOWING INFORMATION IS PROVIDED PURSUANT TO A.R.S. SECTION 33-808(C): Street address or identifiable location: 269 N. Elizabeth Dr., Payson, AZ 85541-2391 A.P.N.: 302-31-126B Original Principal Balance: $205,000.00 Name and address of original trustor: (as shown on the Deed of Trust) Tamara Kinnaman, a single person, 269 N. Elizabeth Dr., Payson, AZ 85541-2391

LEGAL NOTICES Name and address of beneficiary: (as of recording of Notice of Sale) BMO Harris Bank NA, successor by merger with M&I Bank FSB, 180 N. Executive Drive, Brookfield, WI 53005 NAME, ADDRESS & TELEPHONE NUMBER OF TRUSTEE: (as of recording of Notice of Sale) Larry O. Folks, Folks & O’Connor, PLLC, 1850 N. Central Ave, #1140, Phoenix, Arizona 85004, (602)262-2265 Fax requests for sale information to: (602) 256-9101. Sales information is also available online at: www.folksoconnor.com Dated: 4/11/2016 s/by Larry O. Folks, a member of the State Bar of Arizona, as required by A.R.S. § 33-803, Subsection (A)(2) State of Arizona )) ss County of Maricopa ) On 4/11/2016 before me, Carmen K. Ruff, Notary Public, personally appeared Larry O. Folks personally known to me (or proved to me on the basis of satisfactory evidence) to be the person(s) whose name(s) is/are subscribed to the within instrument and acknowledged to me that he/she/they executed the same in his/her/their authorized capacity(ies), and that by his/her/their signature(s) on the instrument the person(s), or the entity upon behalf of which the person(s) acted, executed the instrument. IN WITNESS WHEREOF I hereunto set my hand and official seal. s/Carmen K. Ruff, Notary Public, My Commission Expires: 2/12/2017 Exhibit A: THAT PORTION OF TRACT E, OF EAST VERDE PARK, ACCORDING TO THE PLAT OF RECORD IN THE OFFICE OF THE COUNTY RECORDER OF GILA COUNTY, ARIZONA, RECORDED IN MAP NO. 144. BEGINNING AT THE NORTHEAST CORNER OF LOT 60 OF SAID EAST VERDE PARK; THENCE NORTH 66 DEGREES 00 MINUTES 00 SECONDS EAST 35.62 FEET TO THE NORTHWEST CORNER OF SAID TRACT E; THENCE SOUTH 02 DEGREES 38 MINUTES 00 SECONDS WEST 110.44 FEET ALONG THE WESTERLY LINE OF SAID TRACT E TO THE SOUTHWEST CORNER OF A PARCEL OF LAND DESCRIBED IN DEED RECORDED IN DOCKET 532, PAGE 139, RECORDS OF GILA COUNTY, ARIZONA, TO THE TRUE POINT OF BEGINNING; THENCE SOUTH 72 DEGREES 07 MINUTES 13 SECONDS EAST 130.52 FEET ALONG THE SOUTHWESTERN BOUNDARY OF SAID DOCKET 532, PAGE 139 PARCEL; THENCE SOUTH 17 DEGREES 56 MINUTES 00 SECONDS WEST 68.00 FEET; THENCE NORTH 63 DEGREES 01 MINUTES 10 SECONDS WEST 118.52 FEET TO A POINT ON THE WESTERLY LINE OF SAID TRACT E; THENCE NORTH 02 DEGREES 38 MINUTES 00 SECONDS EAST 51.05 FEET TO THE TRUE POINT OF BEGINNING. 16157: 4/29, 5/3, 5/6/2016; NOTICE (for publication) ARTICLES OF ORGANIZATION HAVE BEEN FILED IN THE OFFICE OF THE ARIZONA CORPORATION COMMISSION FOR I. Name: LIVE OAK CANYON LLC File No. L-2078799-8 II. The address of the known place of business is: 198 W. Oak St., Globe, AZ 85501. (A) The name and street address of the Statutory Agent is Management of the limited liability company is reserved to the members. The names and addresses of each person who is a member are: CL Hinderberger, (x) member, 198 W. Oak St., Globe, AZ 85501. 16158: 4/29, 5/3, 5/6/2016; NOTICE (for publication) ARTICLES OF ORGANIZATION HAVE BEEN FILED IN THE OFFICE OF THE ARIZONA CORPORATION COMMISSION FOR I. Name: OAK & PINE LLC File No. L-2078800-6 II. The address of the known place of business is: 198 W. Oak St., Globe, AZ 85501. (A) The name and street address of the Statutory Agent is Management of the limited liability company is reserved to the members. The names and addresses of each person who is a member are: CL Hinderberger, (x) member, 198 W. Oak St., Globe, AZ 85501. 16159: 4/29, 5/6, 5/13, 5/20/2016; TS No. AZ07000152-16-1 APN 204-06-019B TO No. 160064665-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 November 5, 2003 and recorded on November 17, 2003 as Instrument No. 2003-020181 of official records in the Office of the Recorder of Gila

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LEGAL NOTICES County, Arizona. NOTICE! IF YOU BELIEVE THERE IS A DEFENSE TO THE TRUSTEE SALE OR IF YOU HAVE AN OBJECTION TO THE TRUSTEE SALE, YOU MUST FILE AN ACTION AND OBTAIN A COURT ORDER PURSUANT TO RULE 65, ARIZONA RULES OF CIVIL PROCEDURE, STOPPING THE SALE NO LATER THAN 5:00 P.M. MOUNTAIN STANDARD TIME ON THE LAST BUSINESS DAY BEFORE THE SCHEDULED DATE OF THE SALE, OR YOU MAY HAVE WAIVED ANY DEFENSES OR OBJECTIONS TO THE SALE. UNLESS YOU OBTAIN AN ORDER, THE SALE WILL BE FINAL AND WILL OCCUR at public auction to the highest bidder Front Entrance, Gila County Courthouse, 1400 E. Ash Street, Globe, AZ 8550 on July 20, 2016 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: 19 B ROOSEVELT RESORT, ROOSEVELT, AZ 85545 THE WESTERLY 60 FEET OF THE FOLLOWING DESCRIBED PROPERTY: THAT PORTION OF HOMESTEAD ENTRY SURVEY NO. 70, LOCATED IN SECTION 14, TOWNSHIP 3 NORTH, RANGE 13 EAST (UNSURVEYED), OF THE GILA AND SALT RIVER BASE AND MERIDIAN, GILA COUNTY, ARIZONA, MORE PARTICULARLY DESCRIBED AS FOLLOWS: COMMENCING AT CORNER NO. 3, HOMESTEAD ENTRY SURVEY NO.70; THENCE SOUTH 13 DEGREES, 17 MINUTES, 00 SECONDS WEST, A DISTANCE OF 433.36 FEET; THENCE SOUTH 79 DEGREES, 35 MINUTES, 50 SECONDS WEST, A DISTANCE OF 284.07 FEET TO THE TRUE POINT OF BEGINNING; THENCE SOUTH 10 DEGREES, 04 MINUTES, 10 SECONDS EAST, A DISTANCE OF 100.00 FEET; THENCE SOUTH 79 DEGREES, 35 MINUTES, 50 SECONDS WEST, A DISTANCE OF 125.00 FEET; THENCE NORTH 10 DEGREES, 04 MINUTES, 10 SECONDS WEST, A DISTANCE OF 100.00 FEET; THENCE NORTH 79 DEGREES, 35 MINUTES, 50 SECONDS EAST, A DISTANCE OF 125.00 FEET TO THE TRUE POINT OF BEGINNING. APN: 204-06-019B Original Principal Balance $81,338.00 Name and Address of original Trustor MARIA ISABEL OROSCO, AN UNMARRIED WOMAN AND LUPE O. QUINTANA, AN UNMARRIED WOMAN 19 B ROOSEVELT RESORT, ROOSEVELT, AZ 85545 Name and Address of the Beneficiary PNC Bank, N.A., Successor in Interest to National City Real Estate Services, LLC SBM to National City Mortgage, Inc. FKA National City Mortgage Co. c/o PNC Mortgage 3232 Newmark Drive Miamisburg, OH 45342 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: April 1, 2016 MTC Financial Inc. dba Trustee Corps Amanda Alcantara, 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.Auction.com AUTOMATED SALES INFORMATION PLEASE CALL: Auction.com at 800.280.2832. Order no. AZ16-000502-1, Pub Dates,

LEGAL NOTICES 04/29/2016, 05/06/2016, 05/13/2016, 05/20/2016. 16160: 5/6, 5/13, 5/20, 5/27/2016; NOTICE OF TRUSTEE’S SALE File ID. #15-06152 Henson Title No: 733-1501991-70 The following legally described trust property will be sold, pursuant to the power of sale under that certain trust deed recorded on 08/24/2005 as Document No. 2005-015397 Gila County, AZ. NOTICE! IF YOU BELIEVE THERE IS A DEFENSE TO THE TRUSTEE SALE OR IF YOU HAVE AN OBJECTION TO THE TRUSTEE SALE, YOU MUST FILE AN ACTION AND OBTAIN A COURT ORDER PURSUANT TO RULE 65, ARIZONA RULES OF CIVIL PROCEDURE, STOPPING THE SALE NO LATER THAN 5:00 P.M. MOUNTAIN STANDARD TIME OF THE LAST BUSINESS DAY BEFORE THE SCHEDULED DATE OF THE SALE, OR YOU MAY HAVE WAIVED ANY DEFENSES OR OBJECTIONS TO THE SALE. UNLESS YOU OBTAIN AN ORDER, THE SALE WILL BE FINAL AND WILL OCCUR at public auction on July 22, 2016 at 11:00 am at the front entrance to the Gila County Courthouse, 1400 East Ash St., Globe, AZ S5501 and the property will be sold by the Trustee 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 33-811). The sale shall convey 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:The North half of Lot 3, COUNTRY CLUB ESTATES, according to Map No. 204, records of Gila County, Arizona.The street address/location of the real property described above is purported to be: 702 South Country Club Lane Payson, AZ 85541 Tax Parcel No,: 304-11-003B The undersigned Trustee, Leonard J. McDonald, Attorney at Law, 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, expressed 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. Original Principal Balance: $296,250.00 Original Trustor: Christopher A. Henson and Holly Henson, Husband and Wife 702 South Country Club Lane, Payson, Arizona 85541 Current Beneficiary:The Bank of New York Mellon f/k/a The Bank of New York as Trustee for First Horizon Alternative Mortgage Securities Trust 2005-AA9 Care of / Servicer Nationstar Mortgage LLC8950 Cypress Waters Blvd Coppell, TX 75019 Current Trustee: Leonard J. McDonald 2525 East Camelback Road, Suite 700 Phoenix, Arizona 85016 (602) 255-6035 Leonard J. McDonald, Attorney at Law Trustee/Successor Trustee, is regulated by and qualified per ARS Section 33-803 (A)2 as a member of The Arizona State Bar. A-4572730 05/06/2016, 05/13/2016, 05/20/2016, 05/27/2016 16161: 4/29, 5/6, 5/13/2016 Lawrence B. Slater, PLLC, 16444 E. Pecos Rd., Gilbert, AZ 85295; Attorney Bar No.: 006974; Attorney for Petitioner; Filed April 18, 2016, BY Anita Escobedo, Deputy Clerk. IN THE GILA COUNTY SUPERIOR COURT IN AND FOR THE STATE OF ARIZONA In the Matter of Guardianship and Conservatorship of JULIANNA SALDIVAR, Protected Person. NO. GC201600018 ORDER SETTING HEARING ON PETITION FOR PERMANENT APPOINTMENT OF GUARDIAN AND CONSERVATOR OF AN ADULT. Petitioner having filed with the Court a Petition for Permanent Appointment of Guardian and Conservator of an Adult and Affidavit of Person to be Appointed, IT IS HEREBY ORDERED setting a hearing on said Petition as follows: DATE AND TIME: MAY 25, 2016 AT 1:30 P.M. PLACE: GILA COUNTY SUPERIOR COURT, 1400 E. ASH ST., GLOBE, AZ 85501. JUDICIAL OFFICER: HONORABLE BRYAN B. CHAMBERS. DATE: April 18, 2016, /s/ Bryan B. Chambers, BRYAN B. CHAMBERS, JUDGE OF SUPERIOR COURT

LEGAL NOTICES 16162: 5/6, 5/10, 5/13/2016 ARTICLES OF INCORPORATION OF Non-Profit Corporation 1. ENTITY NAME: Rim Country Mountain Biking Association, File No. 20841110 2. CHARACTER OFAFFAIRS: Trail building and maintenance for non-motorized use. 3. MEMBERS: (X) The corporation will have members. 4. ARIZONA KNOWN PLACE OF BUSINESS ADDRESS: 4.1 Is the Arizona known place of business address the same as the street address of the statutory agent? (Yes). 5. DIRECTORS: Michael Bonnette, 915 W. Colt Drive, Payson, AZ 85541; Wayne Gorry, 200 E. Pinnacle Circle, Payson, AZ 85541; Colton Jackson, 47 W. Brown Rd, Star Valley, AZ 85541; Jeremy Lee, 614 S. Joy Drive, Payson, AZ 85541; Mick Wolf, 1003 N. Matterhorn Rd, Payson, AZ 85541. 6. S TAT U TO RY AGENT: Michael Bonnette, 915 W. Colt Drive, Payson, AZ 85541. 7. CERTIFICATE OF DISCLOSURE: Submitted with Articles. 8. INCORPORATORS: Michael Bonnette, 915 W. Colt Drive, 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) I ACCEPT: /s/ Michael Bonnette, Michael Bonnette, Dated: 04/07/2016. 16163: 5/3, 5/6, 5/102/2016; NOTICE (for publication) ARTICLES OF ORGANIZATION HAVE BEEN FILED IN THE OFFICE OF THE ARIZONA CORPORATION COMMISSION FOR I. Name: TRE-EL LLC II. File No. L-20776200 III. The address of the known place of business is: 1004 S. Palomino Circle, Payson, AZ 85541. IV. The name and street address of the Statutory Agent is: Andrew Donnan, 1004 S. Palomino Circle, Payson, AZ 85541. (A) Management of the limited liability company is reserved to the members. The names and addresses of each person who is a member are: Hunter Walker, (x) member, 931 E. Goldenrod St., Phoenix, AZ 85048; Andrew Donnan, (x) member, 1004 S. Palomino Circle, Payson, AZ 85541.

FRIDAY, MAY 6, 2016

YARD SALE GUIDE Weekend of May 6 thru 8

1. Community Yard Sales Hwy 87 at mile marker 237.5 Deer Creek Sat, May 7. 8am - 3pm The annual DEER CREEK VILLAGE Community Yard Sales will be held on Saturday, May 7, 8am - 3pm. Many homes in the viillage participate, so there will be much to choose from. Something for everyone! A short drive south of Payson. Watch for the signs!

5. 1420 N. Sunrise Court, Fri. & Sat. May 6 & 7, from 8am to 2pm: Tools, Arts & Crafts, Clothes, BBQ Grill, Patio Furniture, Luggage, Some Gardening Items, Fishing & Camping and Many Household Items!

6. Yard Sale, May 6 & 7 Fri. & Sat. from 8am to 3pm; 107 W. Rancho Rd; Uniquie Mother’s Day Gifts: Planter’s Chairs, Small Furniture and Much Much More!

2. Garage Sale 1202 E Phoenix St (East of Mud Springs) Fri. 7 - 11 am. Sat. 7 - 1 pm, May 6 & 7; Household/kitchen goods, Christmas items, CollectableTins & more. Also closing out Premier Designs high fashion jewelry business. Super jewelry sample sale @ 60 - 80% off.

7. HUGE YARD SALE! 600 E. Lorene; Sat. May 7th Only from 8am to 4pm; No Early Birds! Rain Date: Sat. May 14th. Benefit Sale for Michael Jones (Burn Victim Medical Bills)! Lots of Furniture, Tools, Plumbing Parts, New Kitchen Sinks w/Faucets & Much More! Across from 260 Cafe, Hwy 260 East. 8. Yard Sale 1105 N. Easy St. Fri. May 6 from 11am to 6pm: Limestone Landscaping Rock, Refrig/Freezer, Full Bed, Stands, Doors: Interior/Exterior/Sliding, Patio, New Speakers, Woman’s Medium Size Clothes.

3. Moving Sale; 810 N. Granite Dr., Payson; Fri. & Sat. May 6 & 7 starting at 8am: Oak Cabinet, Table & Chairs, Appliances, tools, Bricks, Flower Pots, Framed Pictures & Much More!

9. BIG INSIDE SALE - Fri. & Sat. 81 Piece Noritake China Set #6423, large Antique Dining Room Table w/a Butterfly Leaf, w/5 chairs, 2 Matching Dressers and others, Oak Coffee Table, Antique Stand, Corner Desk, Beautiful China Cabinet, Ikea Shelving, Beautiful Full Size Brass Bed Frame, King Size Bed and Frame, Tools: such as a Bench Vise, Table Saw, and Hand Tools, Lots of Nuts & Bolts (New in packages) and More. New Items Every Day!

200 Frontier St. (Across from the Post Office) Follow the Signs!!, Fri. & Sat. from 8am to ? Let’s Make a Deal! Lots of Items! 10. ESTATE/Moving Sale! LOTS & LOTS OF Patio and Household Furniture, small appliances, tools, etc., lots of miscellaneous! 905 S. Pineview St., Friday and Sat. May 6 & 7, From 8am-? 11. 504 S. Wade Court, Sat. May 7 from 8am to Noon; No Early Birds Please! Furniture, Display Cases, Miniature Car Collection, Antique Sewing Machine, Neon Bar Signs and Much Much More!

Payson Pines community sale Houston Mesa and Beeline Rd. PaysonFri, May 6 and Sat, May 7. 8:00am to 3:00pm A variety of items for inside and out. Dog supplies, Furiture, Plant supplies, Yard ornaments.

16165: 5/6, 5/10, 5/13/2016 AJAX MOUNTAIN ENTERPRISES, LLC

NOTICE (for publication) ARTICLES OF ORGANIZATION HAVE BEEN FILED IN THE OFFICE OF THE ARIZONA CORPORATION COMMISSION FOR I. Name: AJAX MOUNTAIN ENTERPRISES, LLC II. The address of the known place of business is: 5981C W ELECTRIC DR, GLOBE, AZ 85501. The name and street address of the Statutory Agent is: JACK BRADFORD, 5981C W ELECTRIC DR, GLOBE, AZ 85501.

III. Management of the limited liability company is reserved to the members. The names and addresses of each person who is a member are: GILA GEOLOGICAL CONSULTANTS LLC, MEMBER, 5981C W ELECTRIC DR, GLOBE, AZ 85501; BKPARKER CONSULTANTS PLLC, MEMBER, 5981C W ELECTRIC DR, GLOBE, AZ 85501; AJHARDY CONSULTANTS INC, MEMBER, 5981C W ELECTRIC DR, GLOBE, AZ 85501

16166: 5/6, 5/10, 5/13/2016 NOTICE (for publication) ARTICLES OF ORGANIZATION HAVE BEEN FILED IN THE OFFICE OF THE ARIZONA CORPORATEION COMMISSION FOR I. Name: PINE WINE CELLARS LLC, FILE NUMBER: L2062418-8. II. The address of the known place of business is: 3891 N AZ Highway 87, Pine AZ 85544. III. The name and street address of the Statutory Agent is: Linda Solomon, 3924 N Apache Trail, Pine AZ 85544. 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: Linda Solomon, Manager, 3924 N Apache Trail, Pine AZ 85544, and Steve Solomon, Manager, 3924 N Apache Trail, Pine AZ 85544.

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Payson Roundup SPORTS Friday, May 6, 2016

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Middle school team contends in White Mountain Championships

Photos courtesy of DJ Craig

The Rim Country Middle School track and field team members competed in the annual White Mountain Championships at Payson High on Wednesday, April 27.

Throwers lead boys From page 3B said. “The disc could be a money event for us. The good news is Korben has beaten Jaisen Brown in the disc this season, and all three of those throwers are just getting better and better.” Ball said it’s been fun to watch White’s improvement since his freshman year. “The transformation of Korben White the past three years has really been something awesome to be able to witness first hand,” the coach said. “He has already won a big meet when he won the Seeded Chandler Invitational. He has worked really hard on his footwork the past three seasons to get to where he is now, and may

be rewarded for all that hard work on Friday and Saturday. And the best part is, he still has another year to go.” The three motivate each other in practice. “Trey is in his first year of track, and is excelling in the throwing events,” Ball said. “Frankie has also worked hard and is continuing to improve with the disc. The three of them compete so hard in practice that it seems to make them rise above all the other competition. We are looking forward to seeing what their senior years will be.” Athletes that are top 4 in the Division, or have a great mark, will be invited to the Meet of Champions on Wednesday, May 11.

Larry Smith wins title Larry Smith shot 61.1 to win the Payson Men’s Golf Association A Flight title in the Mixed Bag Front 9 Only at Payson Golf Course on April 27. They drove from the red tees on five of the holes and from the white tees on four of the holes. Mike Anderson finished second with a 63.9 score and Chip Yeomans (67.5) placed third. Gary Vaplon’s 61.2 score won the B Flight over Ron Fisher (62.2) and Phil Wagner (63.7). Mike Davis won the C Flight with 61.3. Dennis Schwebs

(67.8) finished second and Jerry McGuire (70.0) third. Herb Sherman had the longest putt, sinking it from 16 feet, 3 inches on No. 9. He also was closest-to-the-pin on No. 5, leaving his ball 8 feet, 11 inches from the cup. They used the same hole twice for closest-to-the-pin. Other closest-to-the-pin winners were: Phil Wagner (No. 2, 8-1), Ed Bossert (No. 2, 9-11), Jim Dalgleish (No. 5, 11-0), Alex Armenta (No. 8, 4-9) and Gary Vaplon (No. 8, 16-7).

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