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Wildfire a benefit, not a bane in cool weather

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Firefighters continued to monitor and direct a 2,500-acre fire burning near Young that has put out so much smoke the Forest Service has closed a large area of the forest and set up guide cars to move people safely along smoky roads. The Juniper Fire has been burning for eight days, but moist fuels and low temperatures have allowed firefighters to use the fire to thin brush and over-

grown thickets. Crews have mapped out an area totaling some 80,000 acres in which the fire could in theory move, depending on weather conditions. On Thursday, the Forest Service had 267 firefighters on the line, with six Hotshot crews, 13 engines, three bulldozers and a helicopter. “By allowing a lightning fire to burn under these conditions — cooler, with higher moistures — we can

• See Firefighters manage, page 10A

Gunman shoots at cars, cops on Beeline by

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A San Tan Valley man is in custody after police say he went on a shooting spree Tuesday night, striking six vehicles, including a police cruiser on the Beeline Highway near Fountain Hills. It appears James David Walker, 34, randomly started shooting at vehicles around 8:30 p.m. just south of the Shea Boulevard intersection on SR 87. Callers reported to dispatch they were

being shot at by a man with a rifle or machine gun, according to the Arizona Department of Public Safety. A bullet grazed the head of one man. His vehicle caught fire from the gunfire. The man later sought medical attention. Another man was struck in the leg as he drove. He went to the Ft. McDowell Casino for help. He was later taken to the hospital. Neither man had life-threatening injuries. After shooting wildly, Walker drove to a nearby gas station and carjacked a victim’s vehicle at gunpoint. He fled northbound on 87,

shooting at one trooper in his patrol vehicle, hitting the vehicle at least twice. The officer was not injured. Officers lost sight of Walker for about three hours. A Mesa Police Department helicopter spotted the stolen vehicle in a ditch off 87 near milepost 201. About a quarter- to a half-mile south of the car, officers found Walker lying on the ground in the fetal position. A DPS SWAT team approached the sus-

• See Police arrest, page 2A

After four terms, Kenny Evans has said he will not run for Payson mayor again. But don’t think Evans is bowing out of politics just yet. Look for his name on the ballot under Gila County Board of Supervisors. Evans, a Republican, is running for the District 3 seat on the county board, currently held by Democrat John Marcanti. Republican Woody Cline of Young is also running for the District 3 seat, which represents the south and east sections of Payson, Star Valley and communities to the east and south of Globe. Current Payson Vice Mayor Michael Hughes announced he will run for mayor and take over where Evans left off. Also running for mayor is Realtor Craig Swartwood, who served one term as Payson mayor in the early 1990s. Confusingly, Evans also took out the paperwork to run for mayor again. Evans said he was still weighing his options when he took out the paperwork, but has since decided to run for county supervisor. Hughes said he started thinking about running for mayor at the start of the year, but out of respect for Evans instead had decided to simply run for another council term. When Evans set his See Two Realtors, page 2A

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Payson Vice Mayor Michael Hughes (top) will contend with former Payson Mayor Craig Swartwood in the upcoming election, now that incumbent Mayor Kenny Evans has decided to run for Gila County supervisor. Other candidates will have to turn in petitions before next Wednesday.

Don’t trash the forest! by

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Seems one of the greatest byproducts of the Memorial Day holiday is trash. The Payson Ranger District and its Forest Service volunteers plan to come to the rescue with their Pack It Out trash program refined and improved from last year. The rangers and volunteers have two dump sites available for the happy hoards of visitors to leave their trash before they drive down the hill. On Monday, May 30, large dumpsters, donated by Gila County will sit at two places: The Home Depot, at the north end of Payson in its parking lot off of Highway 87 and at the corner of Tyler Parkway and Highway 260 from the hours of 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. Not only did the Forest Service partner with Gila County and Home Depot, but Carl’s Jr.,

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The Roundup will be closed Monday, May 30 for Memorial Day. The following deadlines are in effect: For the Tuesday, May 31 issue, classified word ads and obituaries are due by noon Friday, May 27.

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Rim Country Middle School parents and graduating eighth-graders jammed into the high school auditorium to celebrate on Thursday.

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The class of 2020 received a spirited send off as they graduated from Rim Country Middle School Thursday afternoon. There was standing room only in the Payson High School auditorium as friends and family of the 181 graduates crammed in to cheer the students on as they transition to the next phase of their education. This was Jennifer White’s first graduation speech as the school’s principal. She said people often grimace when she tells them she works with

middle school students. This class, with their kindness, honesty, inquisitiveness and patience, has taught her that middle school is not just to be endured and survived, but a place where students discover who they are meant to be. “We believe in you,” she said, adding she can’t wait to attend their college graduations. Student council president Ellie Hubbard said she was most proud of the class’ unity. She encouraged the class to stick together as they go into high school and to empower and help each other in the years to come. “Let’s go in with confidence,” she said.

One student walking out of the ceremony with a big boost in his confidence was Aaron Alderman who the Kiwanis Club of Payson recognized as the most improved student. Teachers selected Alderman for the award. He received a plaque and $100 check. Seven students were recognized for holding straight As throughout middle school. They include John Becker, Teryn Fabian, Hailey Hall, Ellison Hubbard, Kaitlyn Pasamonte, B.J. Paulson and Anastasiya Peters. Another 23 students were recognized for making it on the National Junior Honor Society.

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The Payson Unified School District board recognized 17 longtime teachers and staff at its meeting on May 23. The employees have a combined 278 years of experience between them. Not all of the employees chose to come to the recognition ceremony — Superintendent Greg Wyman said it was because they preferred to work behind the scenes. “What they have quietly tried to do is come to work and teach kids,” said Wyman. “This service is given without any expectation except, ‘How do I make a difference in the life of a child?’” The board presented the teachers with a certificate and glass award. The board recognized the following staff leaving the district with 10 or more years of service: Lynn Dee Carpenter – 10 Years (2006-2016) Jane McDonald – 10 Years (2006-2016) Daria Mason – 11 Years (2005-2016) Brianne Descheemaker – 11 Years (20052016) The board then recognized the following

staff who are retiring: Del Dupree – 6 years, 2010-2016 Robert Buckner – 8 years, 1998-2016 Lorraine Bright – 9 years, 2007-2016 Diana McKeen – 10 years, 2006-2016 Donna Moore – 11 years, 2005-2016 Joni de Szendeffy – 17 years, 1999-2016

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sights on the county seat, Hughes said he decided to step up and run. “I believe we need the continuity,” he said. “We need to build on what we have done in the past eight years and follow through on all of that.” Hughes said he has thought about seeking a higher office for some time, including a possible run for the state Legislature, but right now wants to focus on town politics. Evans said he wants to run for a county seat to help build up the county economy. While the north end of the county has seen 19 new businesses in recent years, things have languished in the south, he said. He said someone needs to roll up their sleeves and help move the county forward. Evans says he has the economic development, mining and ranching knowledge to do just that. Evans says he hopes to unite the north and south ends of the county. What is good for one side of the county is good for the other.

After serving four terms as Payson’s mayor, Evans said he worries about stepping away, but is confident Hughes can take over. Evans said he is proud of what he and the council accomplished, including winning a reputation as a business friendly town and seeing Payson named one of the best cities in Arizona in which to live and own a business. Evans said he is not walking away from the university project and plans to stay actively involved in efforts to bring ASU to Payson. Several people have indicated they want to run for town council, which will wind up with two open seats. Hughes will leave his seat open to run for mayor and longtime councilor John Wilson says he won’t run again. Incumbent Richard Croy, on the other hand, says he wants to serve another term. People who have taken out papers to run for the Payson council include Barbara Underwood, Hallie Overman-Jackman, Payson Mayor Kenny Evans has decided to Janell Sterner, Kim Chittick and Tracy step down after four terms to run for Gila County supervisor. Fitzpatrick.

Bee swarm kills man, pursues rescuers A swarm of bees killed a man on Thursday as he hiked with a friend in Usery Mountain Park in the Valley. Alex Bestler, who was visiting from Louisiana, was hiking with a friend on Merkle Trail when a swarm of bees descended on them. His friend, Sonya, made it to a bathroom where she sought shelter, but the bees swarmed Bestler, according to a release from the Maricopa County Sheriff’s Office. A Good Samaritan went back to the area Sonya described and found Bestler lying on the ground, covered in bees. The bystander couldn’t approach Bestler due to the aggressiveness of the bees. When park employees tried to approach,

the bees also drove them back. Finally, Sgt. Romer with the Sheriff’s Lake Patrol arrived on scene, assumed possession of a park utility vehicle, and drove to Alex’s location. Two Rural Metro firefighters, helped Sgt. Romer load Alex onto the UTV and remove him from the scene, still covered with bees. The swarm pursued them as they left. Upon arrival at the emergency vehicles’ location, the bees had dissipated to the point fire personnel could begin life-saving measures. Alex was transported to Desert Vista Hospital, where he was later pronounced deceased. Sheriff Joe Arpaio said, “I commend Sgt. Romer for risking his life trying to save the

victim. These attacks are becoming more frequent and I urge the public to be aware of their surroundings when out in these areas.” Swarms of Africanized honeybees have made their way into the Southwest and South from South America. The bees often move into areas with mild winters and can hybridize with and displace much less aggressive European honeybees. A medical examination of Bestler’s body found more than 1,000 bee stings. Police have closed the area of the attack to the public. Sgt. Romer received first aid treatment for multiple bee stings, cacti punctures, and has since returned to duty. This is an ongoing investigation.

Trash collection stations established From page 1A the Town of Payson and the nonprofit group Partners of the Forest. Prior to the mass exodus on

Monday, all during the weekend, rangers and volunteers will visit as many campsites as they can to educate campers on how to keep the forest clean. To help, they will hand out large black trash bags

for the adults and goodie bags for the kids with coloring books and information on the forest. Locals, however, may not bring their own household trash to the dumpsters. The Pack It Out pro-

gram is only for campers and those visiting the forest for the weekend. For more information on the program, please call the Payson Ranger District at 928-474-7900.

Poacher kills yearling elk near Pine The Arizona Game and Fish Department is seeking the public’s help in finding those responsible for the illegal killing of a yearling elk found in the Strawberry area on or about Sunday, May 22. The elk was illegally taken out of season and was discovered along Highway 87 north of Strawberry in Game Management Unit 6A. In this case, some of the edible meat was left to waste and was dumped at a different location than where the poaching is suspected to have taken place.

The case remains ongoing, but investigators believe the poaching occurred on the national forest between Pine and Happy Jack. Evidence collected at the scene is currently being analyzed by the crime lab. “Someone may have information about this case and we need them to come forward,” said Game and Fish said Wildlife Manager Garrett Fabian. “Sportsmen and women pay for licenses and tags and contribute to wildlife conservation and management, but poachers do not. Poaching

isn’t hunting, it’s stealing Arizona’s valuable wildlife resources.” Anyone with information about the case can call the AZGFD’s Operation Game Thief Hotline toll free at 800-352-0700 or use the online form at www.azgfd.gov/thief. Callers should provide case number 16-001353 when calling. Callers may remain confidential upon request. A reward of up to $750 may be available for information leading to the arrest of the violator(s).

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From page 1A pect, and with the help of a K-9, took him into custody. Outside the stolen vehicle, troopers found an AR-15 rifle, numerous magazines of ammunition and body armor. DPS is investigating the case along with the Fort McDowell

Police, Bureau of Indian Affairs and the FBI. On Wednesday, Walker was booked into the 4th Avenue Jail in downtown Phoenix on charges of aggravated assault, endangerment, attempted homicide, armed robbery, vehicle theft and possession of dangerous drugs. So far, the investigation has

found there were 13 victims and that six vehicles were struck by gunfire. The highway was closed for much of the night as detectives investigated six crime scenes spread along 13 miles of the roadway. The highway was re-opened around 7:30 a.m. Wednesday. Payson resident Gary Rolf

and his wife drove by minutes after the shooting started and before authorities had arrived. They saw the vehicle engulfed in flames and a man walking down 87 north of the Bush Highway. “Thanking our guardian angel, and I’ll keep my gun a little more accessible from now on,” he said.

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At the Mazatzal Casino

Guests are invited to stroll through a beautiful, serene garden setting with a wide variety of plants, trees and orchard in the quiet, secluded Rim Trail Estates from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m., Saturday, June 4. After touring the garden, relax at one of the themed decorated tables and enjoy refreshments while listening to music by Steve Stevens and Linda Abbott, soaking up the scenery and watch the antics of birds and wildlife. The event also features a huge plant sale with succulents, bulbs, vegetables, shrubs, flowers, birdhouses, planters and many unusual additions for a garden or yard. The tour site is a relaxing, 30-minute drive east on Houston Mesa Road, just north of Payson and then north on the Control Road. Signs will be posted and a shuttle service will be offered for those who would like to park their vehicles at the end of the pavement in Whispering Pines at the East Verde Baptist Church. Full directions will be provided with the purchase of a ticket to the tour. Tickets are $5 per person and are available at Ace Hardware, Fancy Finds Gift Shop in Pine, Payson Library, the Isabelle Hunt Memorial Library in Pine and Plant Fair Nursery in Star Valley.

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Payson Library launches summer programs

The Payson Public Library, 328 N. McLane Rd., has the months of June and July packed with activities for Rim Country youngsters. The theme of the season’s reading program is On Your Mark, Get Set… Read and features a bag for participants and book logs to track their reading through the course of the program. The bags are available now and they can start their reading logs and collecting prizes June 1, according to Elaine Votruba, assistant manager and children’s librarian. The program includes contests, workshops, movies, story time and more. Stop by the library for complete details.

Pine Library Friends to host book sale May 27-29

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 from 8 a.m. to 4 p.m., May 27, 28 and 29 in the library activity room, which is located behind the cultural hall at the Pine Community Center. 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 at 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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It’s our 8th Season! See old friends and meet new ones, while you grocery shop for the week or enjoy Eat on the Spot — gourmet breakfast, lunch & goodies. Open Every Saturday 8-Noon. 816 S. Beeline Hwy., behind Chili’s. Follow us on Facebook. breakfast of pancakes, sausage, coffee and orange juice is served from 7 a.m. to 10 a.m., Saturday and Sunday at the three holiday festivals (Memorial Day, Fourth of July and Labor Day). The cost is $5 for adults and $3 for children. All proceeds from the breakfasts and the raffle support the needs of children and families in the Pine and Strawberry communities.

Get Navajo tacos in Pine this weekend

Come celebrate Memorial Day weekend in Pine and enjoy a Navajo taco prepared the Senior Citizens Affairs Foundation way — they are delicious. Tacos will be sold from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m., Saturday, May 28 and Sunday, May 29 in the Senior Dining Room located directly behind the Pine Strawberry Thrift Store at the Community Center in Pine. Proceeds benefit the Pine Strawberry Meals on Wheels Program. The Senior Citizens Affairs Foundation sponsors the sale.

Arts & Crafts Festival

The Pine Strawberry Arts and Crafts Guild annual Memorial Day Arts and Crafts Festival is this weekend in Pine at the Community Center.

The guild has presented the festival, along with one over the Fourth of July and Labor Day holiday weekends, every year since 1980. Admission is free to the public. Show hours are 8 a.m. to 5 p.m., Saturday, May 28 and 8 a.m. to 4 p.m., Sunday, Sunday, May 29. The festival vendors and boutique exhibits are juried, a committee of guild members examines photos of original work provided by prospective show participants. Only those applicants whose photos of their work meet guild standards for quality and originality are invited to attend. All work must be handcrafted. For details, visit www.pinestrawberryartscrafts.com.

Memorial Day services

The Payson Patriotic Events Committee invites Rim Country residents and visitors to participate in its annual Memorial Day ceremonies. Two programs are planned Sunday, May 29, one at 9 a.m. at the Payson Pioneer Cemetery and another at 10 a.m. at Mountain Meadows Memorial Park, Round Valley. Two additional programs take place Monday, May 30, one at 8 a.m. at the flag pavilion of the Mazatzal Hotel & Casino and the second at 10 a.m. at the Veterans Memorial at Payson’s Green Valley Park.

Shepherd of the Pines luncheon, open house

memorial day services

Shepherd of the Pines Lutheran Church plans a free Community Luncheon and Open House at 11:30 a.m., Sunday, May 29. All are invited to enjoy brats, hot dogs, salads, drinks and desserts at the church, 507 W. Wade Lane. For more information, call Pastor Steve DeSanto at 928-474-5440.

Pool opens May 30

The town’s Taylor Pool, in North Rumsey Park, 501 N. McLane Rd., opens for business Monday, May 30. While the water fun starts on a Monday, the pool will be regularly closed Sunday and Monday. Public swim is from 1 p.m. to 4 p.m., Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday and Saturday. Admission is $2 per person. Contact the Payson Parks, Recreation & Tourism Department for details at 928-4725110 or go online to paysonrimcountry.com.

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Memorial Day services in Payson include programs Sunday, May 29 at the Payson Pioneer Cemetery, 9 a.m., and Mountain Meadows Memorial Park, 10 a.m.; Monday, May 30, Mazatzal Hotel & Casino flag pavilion, 8 a.m., and Green Valley Park Veterans Memorial, 10 a.m.

The Pine Isabelle Hunt Memorial Library is putting on a play – “The Mogollon Monster.” It sounds scary, but it’s really about a pretty funny monster. Organizers need boys and girls, ages 8 to 13 who like to act and have fun. If you would like to be in the play or get additional information, come to the Pine Library on Tuesday, May 31 anytime between noon and 3 p.m.

Hear about The Bill of Rights

The Payson Tea Party presents the third of five presentations on the “Our Courts Arizona” series Tuesday, May 31 at Tiny’s Family Restaurant, 600 E. Hwy. 260. Gila County Superior Court Judge Timothy Wright will make the presentation from 6 p.m. to 7:45 p.m. All are welcome to participate. Call 928951-6774 for more information.

Volunteers needed for Mogollon Monster Mudda

The Town of Payson Parks, Recreation and 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 928-472-5110. Volunteers will receive a commemorative T-shirt. To sign up to help, you can go to the website JustServe.org as well as contacting the Parks, Recreation and Tourism office, 928-474-5242.

Mountain Bible Church women’s conference

Pink Impact 2016 is a power-packed, two-day women’s event at Mountain Bible Church Friday, June 3 and Saturday, June 4. For only $25 the conference includes Friday dinner and Saturday lunch and an incredible simulcast event presented by Gateway Church. Special guests include Priscilla Shirer (War Room), Christine Caine, Bylnda Lane, Kari Jobe leading worship, and many others. Tickets available at Mountain Bible, 928-472-7800, 302 E. Rancho Rd. in Payson, or email wmdirector@mountainbible.org.

First Friday Open House

A First Friday Open House is planned at A Place of Wellness, 700 W. Main St., Payson. Penny Navis -Schmidt, clinical social worker; Dale Bellisfield, holistic nurse and medical herbalist; and Lori Martinez, psychologist and professional counselor, invite Rim residents and visitors to the open house at their counseling and wellness practice at the historic Hilligas house at 700 W. Main St., from 5 p.m. to 8 p.m., Friday, June 3. Meet the practitioners, view the therapeutic art of Rani Primmer and enjoy deliciously healthy refreshments provided by Mogollon Moose. The event will also host a fund-raising raffle for the Breast Cancer Fund. For more information about the event, call Penny at 928-474-8628.

Garden tour

The Rim Area Gardeners invite residents and visitors to a special tour of beautifully crafted landscapes each summer, this year the group is limiting the excursion to a single, breathtaking site in its 2016 Country Garden Stroll.

The wonderful Green Valley Park amphitheatre area and bandstand will again play host to a series of concerts under the stars this summer. The Payson Summer Concert series takes place every Saturday in June and July, starting around 7 p.m. and ending about 9 p.m. Bring your family, a blanket and some treats and join in the fun. Scheduled to perform: MC6 A Cappella, June 4; Bon Fire, June 11; Back Roads, June 18, this is a local band with medical professionals Mike Darnell, Scott Nossek, Jared Tenney, Mike Crossman and Steve Thompson; Junction 87, June 25, another local band and a perennial Best of Payson winner; Top Cats, July 2; Take Cover, July 4; Whiskey Rose, July 9; Back to the Fifties, July 16; The John Scott Band, Payson’s own “Rockin’ Blues Band,” July 23; Breaking Point, July 30. The concert series is made possible with the support of SuddenLink and Majestic Rim Retirement Living.

Teen Poetry Slam debuts in Payson

Rim Country young people are invited to participate in Youth Voice: Words are Power from noon to 4 p.m., Saturday, June 11 at the Community Presbyterian Church, 800 W. Main St. The event is specially designed for those 13-18. The program is free and lunch will be provided for all participants. For more information about the Youth Voice: Payson Teen Poetry Slam, contact Carol Osman Brown at info@paysonbookfestival.org. To register, visit www.azhumanities.org or call Ellie Hutchison, programs manager, at 602-257-0335, extension 26 or email ehutchison@azhumanities.org. Youth Voice: Words are Power program is in partnership with the Payson Book Festival, Tucson Youth Poetry Slam, and Spoken Futures Inc.

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. 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.

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Friday • Pine Library Friends book sale, 8 a.m. to 4 p.m., library annex behind Pine cultural hall at the Community Center • Payson Public Library: 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. • Pine Library: 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. • Rim Country Museum: 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., 700 Green Valley Pkwy. • Pine/Strawberry Museum: 10 a.m. to 2 p.m., Pine Community Center • American Legion Fish Fry: Noon-8 p.m., American Legion

Saturday • Pine Library Friends book sale, 8 a.m. to 4 p.m., library annex behind cultural hall at the Community Center • Pine Arts & Crafts Festival: pancake breakfast, 7 a.m. to 10 a.m.; festival, 8 a.m. to 5 p.m.; Navajo tacos, 11 a.m. to 4 p.m., Community Center • Payson Public Library: 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. • Rim Country Museum: 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., 700 Green Valley Pkwy.

Looking ahead

• Pine Library Friends book sale, 8 a.m. to 4 p.m., library annex behind Pine cultural hall at the Community Center • Pine Arts & Crafts Festival: pancake breakfast, 7 a.m. to 10 a.m.; festival, 8 a.m. to 4 p.m.; Navajo tacos, 11 a.m. to 4 p.m., Community Center • Memorial Day ceremonies: 9 a.m., Payson Pioneer Cemetery; 10 a.m., Mountain Meadows Memorial Park, Round Valley

• Memorial Day holiday • Memorial Day ceremonies: 8 a.m., Mazatzal Hotel & Casino flag pavilion; 10 a.m., Veterans Memorial, Green Valley Park • Taylor Pool opens: public swim 1 p.m. to 4 p.m., continues Tuesday through Saturday, June 3; closed Sunday and Monday the balance of season, $2 per person, call for details, 928-472-5110

• Payson Public Library: 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. • Pine Library: 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. • Judge Tim Wright discusses Bill of Rights, 6 p.m. to 7:45 p.m., Tiny’s, 600 E. Hwy. 260, Payson

June 3 • Mountain Bible Church women’s conference, continues June 4, $25 per person, call 928-472-7800 for details • Mountain High Games and Monster Mudda registration: noon to 6 p.m., Payson Event Center; Local Heroes Mud Run, 5 p.m.; sunset ATV ride, 5:45 p.m., events continue June 4 and 5 • First Friday open house: A Place of Wellness, 700 W. Main, Payson

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• May 26, 1897: The first copies of the classic vampire novel “Dracula,” by Irish writer Bram Stoker, appear in London bookshops. Stoker published 17 novels in all, but it was “Dracula” that brought him literary fame. • May 29, 1932: At the height of the Great Depression, the so-called Bonus Expeditionary Force, a group of 1,000 unemployed World War I veterans seeking early cash payments for their bonus certificates, arrive in Washington, D.C., eventually reaching 20,000 strong. President Herbert Hoover ordered the army to forcibly evict them after the Senate voted down a bill to pay the bonus. • May 28, 1961: The London Observer publishes lawyer Peter Benenson’s article “The Forgotten Prisoners” on its front page, launching the Appeal for Amnesty 1961. The movement would become the humanrights organization Amnesty International. • May 27, 1971: During the Vietnam War, Sweden reveals that it has been providing assistance to the Viet Cong, including some $550,000 worth of medical supplies. The support was primarily humanitarian and included no military aid.

This weekend, we honor those who died that we might grill hot dogs on a perfect Memorial Day afternoon, complain about the politicians and watch our children grow up safe and free. This weekend, we hope you will also take the time to attend one of the four local ceremonies, including the moving commemoration at the Payson Pioneer Cemetery on Sunday in Payson at 9 a.m. or at the Mountain Meadows Cemetery in Round Valley at 10 a.m. We hope you will also attend the flag-raising ceremony at 8 a.m. Monday at the Mazatzal Casino or the tribute at 10 a.m. on Monday at Green Valley Park at the war memorial. And if you don’t know who to remember, who to mourn, who to thank — we offer these three stories of soldiers whose sacrifice in Afghanistan merited the Medal of Honor. The descriptions come from: www.history.army. mil/moh/afghanistan.html. Staff Sergeant Robert J. Miller (2010) U.S. Army, Special Forces Detachment Alpha 3312 On Jan. 25, 2008 on a combat reconnaissance patrol through the Gowardesh Valley, Staff Sergeant Miller and his small element of U.S. and Afghan National Army soldiers engaged a force of 20 insurgents. Miller engaged the enemy positions with his vehicle’s turret-mounted Mark-19 40 millimeter automatic grenade launcher and called in air support. He then led a small squad forward to conduct a battle damage assessment. A large enemy force initiated a near ambush from elevated positions with ample cover. Cut off from supporting elements, and less than 20 meters from enemy forces and with total disregard for his own safety, Miller called for his men to quickly move back to covered positions as he charged the enemy over exposed ground and under overwhelming enemy fire to provide protective fire for his team. Ignoring a gunshot wound to his upper torso, he continued to draw fire from more than 100 enemy fighters. After killing at least 10 insurgents, wounding dozens more, he was mortally wounded. His extraordinary valor ultimately saved the lives of seven members of his own team and 15 Afghanistan National Army soldiers. Sergeant First Class Jared C. Monti U.S. Army, 10th Mountain Division While Staff Sergeant Monti was leading a mission on June 201, 2006, his 16-man patrol was attacked by as many as 50 enemy fighters. On the verge of being overrun, Staff Sergeant Monti quickly directed his men to set up a defensive position behind a rock formation. He then called for indirect fire support, accurately targeting the rounds upon the enemy who had closed to within 50 meters of his position. While still directing fire, Staff Sergeant Monti personally engaged the enemy with his rifle and a grenade to disrupt a flanking attack. Seeing one of his soldiers lying wounded in the open ground he twice attempted to move from behind the cover of the rocks into the face of relentless enemy fire to rescue his fallen comrade. On this final attempt, he was mortally wounded. Lieutenant Michael P. Murphy U.S. Navy, ALFA Platoon, SEAL Delivery Vehicle On 28 June 2005, operating in an extremely rugged enemy-controlled area, Lieutenant Murphy’s four-man team was attacked by 40 enemy fighters. The ensuing fierce firefight resulted in numerous enemy casualties, as well as the wounding of all four members of the team. Ignoring his own wounds, Lieutenant Murphy continued to lead and encourage his men. When the primary communicator fell mortally wounded, Lieutenant Murphy repeatedly attempted to call for assistance for his beleaguered teammates. Realizing the impossibility of communicating in the extreme terrain, and in the face of almost certain death, he fought his way into open terrain to gain a better position to transmit a call, exposing himself to direct enemy fire. Finally achieving contact with his headquarters, Lieutenant Murphy maintained his exposed position while he provided his location. In his final act of bravery, he continued to engage the enemy until he was mortally wounded.

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Payson Mayor Kenny Evans:

‘a pleasure to have served’

Editor’s note: Four-term Payson Mayor Kenny Evans submitted the following statement on his decision to not seek a fifth term in order to run for a seat on the Gila County Board of Supervisors. It has been such a pleasure to serve you as mayor. Town service has produced some of my most satisfying successes and most disappointing failures. As always, time will be the ultimate judge, but I hope the seeds for future success have been planted. It will now be left to others to reap those benefits. I have struggled mightily over how to best continue to serve the people of Rim Country. We have been patiently waiting for good candidates to step forward to give Payson voters a clear choice as we go forward. That has now happened and I hope the candidates can articulate their positions and their differing vision for the future so Payson voters have a clear choice. At the same time, it has become apparent that we have significant challenges and opportunities at the county level.

In the past few years Payson has been named the Best Small Town in Arizona for the second time and the 8th Best Place to start and run a small business. Most recently, we’ve been named one of the best places in Arizona to live. Saving Tonto Natural Bridge, creating one of the most successful food drives, developing the award winning Community Garden, negotiating a successful water agreement with the Tonto Apache Tribe, building the C.C. Cragin Project — and surviving the Great Recession — are just a few of your successful accomplishments. But the journey has just began and it is time for me to move on to the next challenge. We have all noticed that even our favorite George Strait or Dolly Parton No. 1 hit song, if heard too often or for too long, will fall from favor. The same is true for political office. It is my hope that the foundations we have laid will serve as a platform for a brighter future for those that follow. Our hope and our happiness are dependent upon it. I will continue to support the causes and wonderful people of Rim Country.

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Editor: The Julia Randall and Payson Elementary School PTOs would like to thank the big-hearted community donors listed below for their contributions to our Spring Fling Carnival. It was a success because of their generosity. A big thanks: Safeway, Pizza Factory, Little Caesars Pizza, Big O Tires, Walgreens, Home Depot, From Head to Toe Salon, Macky’s Grill, Payson Jewelers, Miller Autoworks, Long Valley Café, PUSD District Office staff members, Dr. Robert Sanders Chiropractic, Payson Tire and Auto, Sawmill Theatres, Jonnie Santana at Images Salon, Tiny’s, Payson Concrete, Bikery Chix, El Rancho, Taco Bell, Pet Club, Choice Gym, Sarah Linkey, Vibe Dance Academy, KP Photography, Copper Needle, Certified Bicycle, Rim Country CrossFit, Native Bar and Grill, Diamond Point Restaurant, John Stewart, Ayothaya Café, Crosswinds Restaurant, Mazatzal Casino, Kim Rupp, Chaparral Pines Golf Club, ERA, Hot Dawgs, Payson Premier Dental, Premier Jewelry by Laurie Pfarr, and Mary Kay by Gayle Gorry. Special recognition to Payson Premier Dental for their booth, Mitzi Brabb and her animals, and Mr. Pete for his booth and all his hard work. Thank you to KMOG for the sound system. Thank you also to all our supportive parents and grandparents who donated items and helped put the carnival together. It is because of generous companies and parents like you that help us sustain our children’s educational foundation. JRE and PES PTO

Editor’s note: Roundup readers made the following comments on our website in reaction to the story about a man who shot at police officers and drivers on the Beeline Highway.

Bruce Heffner

A good reason never to leave home without a weapon to protect you and your family. Long live the Second Amendment.

Pat Randall

Arrived home a little while ago from Mesa and took my gun out of the car. Always take it with me.

Gary Rolf

My wife and I drove through it minutes after. We saw the car engulfed in flames. It was before any authorities arrived but several cars were stopped so we drove on. Saw the guy walking alongside 87 just north of Bush. Thanking our guardian angel, and I’ll keep my gun a little more accessible from now on.

Rodeo raffle winners build scholarship fund Editor: Congratulations to the 50/50 winners at the 2016 Gary Hardt Memorial Spring Rodeo. On Friday night Kyrie Brown won the 50/50 pot, April Denney won the gear bag, Harold Corbin has a new pair of Wrangler jeans and Callie Puckett was the winner of the two Brad Paisley tickets donated by KRIM 96.3.

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On Saturday night Justin Daye took home a new pair of Justin boots, Bill Virtue won the Wrangler jeans and K.C. Ernest will be going to the Brad Paisley concert thanks to KRIM! The Payson Pro Rodeo Committee still has unclaimed tickets: the Friday night winner of the boots, white ticket #6263620, and Saturday winners, red tickets #9339036 and #9339875 are still unclaimed. If you have any of these tickets, please call Jane at 928-472-8430 to receive your prize. Thanks to everyone who purchased tickets. Even if you didn’t win, your money will go toward the committee’s high school scholarship fund. Because of the public’s generosity this year the rodeo committee was able to give more than $20,000 in scholarships to local high school seniors. Congratulations also to Candy Jacka, winner of the May Basket and Don Hancock, who is the proud winner of the Canyon Cooler. Payson Pro Rodeo Committee

Pine’s archery team Editor: I love to hear the updates on the accomplishments of the Pine students. Next time ya’ll need any help go www. thesoutherngrind.com and we will help any student that needs to get somewhere for a competition whether it is archery or academic. Just like us on Facebook: @ the southerngrindcoffeehouse and get in touch and we will be happy to help! Jaime McPhillips

onlinepoll Question: Should the Tonto National Forest allow vehicle travel only on 6,000 miles of designated dirt roads and trails, which bar most cross-country vehicle travel? Answers: Yes – 60.45% No – 39.55% 134 total votes Results as of Friday morning – payson.com

Payson Roundup LOCAL Friday, May 27, 2016

Talking

Fire chief goes to Dubai

Morris speaks at Fire Safety Technology Forum by

Alexis Bechman

roundup staff reporter

The Pine-Strawberry Fire chief recently went half way around the world to help a community build safer buildings for firefighters. You might not know it when you see Chief Gary Morris trolling the small hamlet communities of Pine-Strawberry in his command vehicle, but he has decades of experience behind him. Before he moved to Pine, he headed up the Seattle Fire Department and before that, worked for the Phoenix Fire Department for years, including a stint as fire marshal. Part of his work as Phoenix fire marshal included helping with a new program in the late ’90s to install air supply stations in high-rise buildings, similar to the water taps firefighters hook into when they fight a fire in a multi-level building. Because of his work with the program, the Dubai government asked Morris to speak on the technology at the sixth annual Fire Safety Technology Forum at the United Arab Emirates. After 27 hours on a plane, Morris arrived in Dubai April 27, but his luggage had decided to

take a sabbatical. With his fire uniform lost somewhere between Arizona and the UAE, Morris presented in his hiking boots and collared shirt to a crowd of very properly dressed officials. The UAE Civil Defense, which paid for Morris’ trip, called on Morris for help following a fire in a 68-story hotel on New Year’s Eve. The hotel had just been completed when the fire started on a restaurant patio and quickly spread up the building after the siding caught fire. In 18 minutes, the fire had burned up to the 68th floor. With so much ongoing construction in the UAE, officials want to make sure the buildings meet the highest standards. Morris discussed how to keep firefighters safe in the event of a fire in a high-rise. Specifically, Morris discussed adding air supply stations throughout a highrise. Without a supply, firefighters have to carry oxygen tanks up to crews and exchange them out so they can keep fighting a fire on the upper levels. With a high-rise Firefighter Air Replenishment System, every third floor, an air supply system is installed so crews can refill tanks. The system was tested in Valley high-rises in the ’90s and today, 42 buildings in Phoenix have the system in place.

REAL ESTATE

By Kimberly Anderson, REALTOR® Advantage Realty

Stay Cool! Are you ready for summer in your new home? Or getting your home ready to sell? Here in the Rim Country it’s all about outdoor living. Many buyers look for homes in our area to get out of the heat. Outdoor structures such as patios and decks make the backyard more livable. If your yard doesn’t have an area like this, consider adding a space such as a gazebo or pergola. Want to go all out in the yard? Everyone loves a backyard cook-out. Consider adding an outdoor kitchen with a grill, sink and refrigerator. Or how about some outdoor furniture? Setting up your patio with outdoor furniture, plants and colorful pillows can make for the best spot in your home! Add some special lighting and you’ll enjoy your outdoor area even after dark. Let’s Enjoy It! We all know that summer brings to mind relaxation, vacation, and rest! So I thought you might like to have a few tips on keeping cool in the upcoming summer, so that you can enjoy life to the fullest or make it more “cool” for potential buyers. Spin it: Ceiling fans are an excellent way to keep everyone cool and they're beautiful as well. But did you know that they can also help you save on your energy bill? By circulating cool air throughout your home, you won't need to keep the thermostat set as low as you would without the help of one, two or more well-placed fans. Green is good: There's no debating how refreshing a large patch of shade can be on a hot summer day…so why not invest in some shade of your own? Planting trees is an excellent way to ensure shade and to keep your house cool in the warmer months. Already have some? Make the most of the summer foliage by relaxing beneath a large tree and sipping some ice tea. Clear as a bell: Window manufacturing companies now offer an invisible way to keep you cool by installing a transparent coating to windows that effectively blocks heat. Adding this type of treatment to your sunniest windows is a smart and easy way to save a few dollars on your energy bill. This also protects your furniture from fading, reduces glare and adds privacy. Program and relax: If you have a programmable thermostat but haven't gotten around to figuring out how to use it, now's the time. Setting your thermostat to regulate the temperature of your house and maintaining an average temperature can save you a lot of money. Can't find the instructions? Most manufacturers provide free, downloadable guides via the internet. Block it out: Room-darkening blinds can reflect a great deal of sun and heat, so keep them closed during the morning and afternoon hours to keep things cool inside! If you have any real estate questions on your mind, I hope you'll remember to email us at info@LivingInPayson.com.

Kim

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Pine-Strawberry Fire Chief Gary Morris (top photo) spoke at the Fire Safety Technology Forum at the United Arab Emirates in April. Morris discussed adding air supply stations throughout high-rise buildings for the safety of firefighters.

Plenty of paperwork for upcoming elections yet to be filed by

Teresa McQuerrey

roundup staff reporter

Between the Star Valley Town Council and Gila County, voters will have a chance to vote on 13 seats in the August primary and the November general election. Wednesday, June 1 at 5 p.m. is the deadline for turning in nominating petitions at the Star Valley Town Hall and the county elections office. As of Wednesday afternoon, only eight candidates had turned in their petitions. A total of six Star Valley residents took out papers for town council, while 18 people have filed to run for county seats. The three Star Valley council seats held by George Binney, Gary Coon and Barbara Hartwell are up for grabs. So far, incumbents Coon and Hartwell have turned in their papers, as has challenger Bobby Davis — Payson’s economic development director. Town Clerk Lois Johnson said three other candidates have taken out nominating papers

for a council seat, but have yet to return them. She said she can’t release names of people who picked up nominating petitions until they return the paperwork. The county seats up for election include: • County supervisors (three seats): Incumbents Tommie Martin (District 1), Mike Pastor (District 2) and John Marcanti (District 3) have all said they will seek re-election. Several people have taken out petitions to challenge the incumbents, but none have turned in their signatures; • Gila County Attorney Bradley Beauchamp has said he will seek re-election; • Gila County Assessor Deborah Hughes has said she will seek re-election; • Gila County Treasurer Debi Savage has said she will seek re-election; • County Superintendent of Schools — currently held by Linda O’Dell, who has announced her plans to retire. Former Payson High School Principal Roy Sandoval and former Payson teacher Gail Gorry have taken out papers to run, but haven’t turned them in;

• Recorder Sadie Jo Bingham plans to run for re-election and two people have taken out papers to challenge her. • Gila County Sheriff Adam Shepherd plans to run for re-election and former deputy Darrell Stubbs has taken out, but not returned, nominating papers to challenge him; and • Superior Court Division 1 judge Bryan Chambers has said he will seek re-election. Also open due to the resignation of Colt White is the office of Payson constable, to which Tony McDaniel was appointed this spring. McDaniel has filed the paperwork to be elected to the office, according to the county elections office. One candidate has taken out papers for the office of District 1 Gila County supervisor; three for District 2 supervisor; and two others for District 3, in addition to the incumbent. The following offices each have two residents with nominating papers out: sheriff and recorder. Individuals are currently seeking the nomination for Superior Court Division 1 judge, county attorney and treasurer.

Beiers recognized by Payson Unified School District The Payson Unified School District board recognized Dr. Charlie and Amy Beier as Heroes of Education at its May 23 meeting. “Dr. Charlie and Amy Beier have a special place in their hearts for the students of the district,” said Superintendent Greg Wyman. “They have consistently given of their time and resources to the band program.” The Beiers have two daughters. Molly went through four years of band playing the saxophone. She served as drum major her senior year, as her father did when he was in high school. Molly graduated last year and now attends the Beiers’ alma mater, the University of Wisconsin. Maddy is a sophomore and plays the trumpet in the band. The Beiers have raised money by running the concession stand at football games — a huge commitment. The family donated the podium the drum major stands on when the marching band takes to the field. They have paid for unexpected bus trips, repairing instruments, and picked up restaurant tabs. They have also made donations to pay for uniforms. They have chaperoned band trips to Disneyland, Gettysburg and Hawaii. This year the Beiers donated a huge trailer for the band to transport equipment to competitions. “They had the trailer wrapped and on the trailer it says the Pride of Payson,” said

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Payson School Board president Barbara Underwood (left) presents Amy and Charles Beier with a certificate for being Heroes of Education. for many of our students,” said Wyman. “In Wyman. “In addition, Dr. Beier has utilized his expe- many ways Charlie and Amy are an example rience as a dentist to provide dental checkups of the pride of Payson.”

Payson Roundup LOCAL Friday, May 27, 2016

Rim Country summer gets in gear this weekend by

Teresa McQuerrey

roundup staff reporter

Summer in Rim Country starts this weekend — yes, we know, the season “officially” starts June 20 — but with all the activities planned this weekend, it just feels like summer has arrived. Pine has the first of its annual Arts & Crafts Festivals with some complementary events; the residents of Tonto Village and guests will have two different barbecues to enjoy; and the event that truly marks the start of summer: Taylor Pool at North Rumsey Park opens. Arts, crafts, great food and books

The Pine Strawberry Arts and Crafts Guild annual Memorial Day Arts and Crafts Festival is this weekend in Pine at the Community Center. The guild has presented the festival, along with one over the Fourth of July and Labor Day holiday weekends, every year since 1980. Admission is free to the public. Show hours are 8 a.m. to 5 p.m., Saturday, May 28 and 8 a.m. to 4 p.m., Sunday, May 29. The festival vendors and boutique exhibits are selected through a jury committee of guild members. Only those applicants whose work meets guild standards for quality and originality are invited to attend. All work must be handcrafted. Learn more about the Arts & Crafts Festivals at www.pinestrawberryartscrafts.com Complementing the festival over the Memorial Day holiday are a book sale, pancake breakfasts and Navajo tacos. The Pine Library Friends’ book sale is Friday, May 27 through Sunday, May 29. The sale will be held from 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. all three days in the library activity room, which is located behind the cultural hall at the Pine Community Center. In addition to the book sale, the

Friends will raffle off a Gift Card Tree. Raffle tickets are $2 each, six for $5 and 15 for $10. The drawing will be at 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. PANCAKE BREAKFASTS HAVE TWIST

The holiday weekend pancake breakfasts provided by the Mountain Village Foundation at the Pine-Strawberry Arts & Crafts Festivals have a twist this year. The foundation will have tickets for sale for the Sept. 4 raffle of a furnished, handmade dollhouse, estimated to be worth $400. Raffle tickets are $1 each or six for $5. The breakfast of pancakes, sausage, coffee and orange juice is served from 7 a.m. to 10 a.m., Saturday and Sunday. The cost is $5 for adults and $3 for children. All proceeds from the breakfasts and the raffle support the needs of children and families in the Pine and Strawberry communities. NAVAJO TACOS WORTH THE TRIP

Come celebrate Memorial Day weekend in Pine and enjoy a Navajo taco prepared the Senior Citizens Affairs Foundation way — they are delicious. Tacos will be sold from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m., Saturday, May 28 and Sunday, May 29 in the Senior Dining Room located directly behind the Pine Strawberry Thrift Store at the Community Center. Proceeds benefit the Pine Strawberry Meals on Wheels Program. Tonto Village barbecues

Tonto Village residents and visitors will be partying big time at celebrations on Memorial Day weekend. Starting off the events is the Memorial Day Celebration at the Double D Café and Bar on Saturday, May 28. Everything gets

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The Mogollon Monster Mudda takes participants through a difficult and muddy obstacle course. started about noon on the patio. Ethel and Danny will be serving barbecue beef, beans and coleslaw. The well-known Ron Gibson Band will provide the music. The Hellsgate Fireflies will be manning a table full of goodies for sale. The money collected will be helping to furnish the kitchen at the new fire station. Next on the agenda is the Memorial Day barbecue, with live music, at the Tonto Village Chapel. That event will be held from 1 p.m. to 3:30 p.m., Monday, May 30 in the chapel parking lot. There will be hamburgers and hot dogs. The Fossil Creek Gang is providing the toe-tapping music for the afternoon. Memorial Day services

The Payson Patriotic Events Com

mittee invites Rim Country residents and visitors to participate in its annual Memorial Day ceremonies. Two programs are planned Sunday, May 29, one at 9 a.m. at the Payson Pioneer Cemetery and another at 10 a.m. at Mountain Meadows Memorial Park, Round Valley. Two additional programs take place Monday, May 30, one at 8 a.m. at the flag pavilion of the Mazatzal Hotel & Casino and the second at 10 a.m. at the Veterans Memorial at Payson’s Green Valley Park. Pool opens

The town’s Taylor Pool, in North Rumsey Park, 501 N. McLane Rd., opens for business Monday, May 30. It offers

swim lessons, a swim team, lap swim, water aerobics and, of course, public swimming. While, the water fun starts on a Monday, the pool will be regularly closed Sunday and Monday. Public swim is from 1 p.m. to 4 p.m., Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday and Saturday. Admission is $2 per person. Adult lap swim and water aerobics start Monday, June 6. Lap swim is from 5:30 a.m. to 7 a.m., Monday through Friday and water aerobics are from 8:30 a.m. to 9:30 a.m., Monday through Friday. The cost is $2 per visit or $70 for a season (eight-week) pass. Swimming lessons also start June 6, as do practices for the swim team. Contact the Payson Parks, Recreation & Tourism Department for details at 928-472-5110 or go online to paysonrimcountry.com. Once you get through the holiday weekend, you can start planning how to budget your time for all the fun events taking place in June. The month gets off to a rollicking, muddy start with the Monster Mudda and Mountain High Games, June 3, 4 and 5. Mogollon Monster Mudda and Mountain High Games

The Mudda, as it name implies, is a mud run that takes participants over an obstacle course built especially for the event. It opens with some fun events June 3, with the real deal race June 4. In conjunction with the mud run, a trio of ATV trail rides, led by experienced trail guides, is offered, June 3, 4 and 5, including an evening ride and a poker ride. Additional details will be featured in the June 1 edition of The Rim Review. To learn more now, visit www.paysonrimcountry.com. Look for more June events in the Tuesday, May 31 issue of the Roundup.

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.

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. Mount Cross Lutheran Church (ELCA) 601 E. Highway 260, 474-2552. Rev. Scott Stein, Pastor. Sunday Worship Schedule: 8:30 a.m. Traditional Service; 10:30 a.m. Praise Service. Holy Communion celebrated on the 1st and 3rd Sundays of each month. Visit our website at www.mountcross.org. Church office hours: Monday-Friday 8:30 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. Mount Cross is a warm, loving church community that extends itself to others and welcomes everyone with joy.

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. The sermon title for Sunday, May 29 is “Such Faith.” 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. 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!

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.

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.

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

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.

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 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

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) 474-9279.

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. 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.

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. 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 the latest activities.) or call 928-478-8515.

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Stroll a Rim Country garden by

Teresa McQuerrey

roundup staff reporter

Photos courtesy of Dennis Pirch

Bryce Sisson, manager of the Tonto Creek Fish Hatchery, said the hatchery will cultivate 40,000 tiger trout eggs annually for future stockings in Rim lakes.

Tigers spotted on the Rim by

Dennis Pirch

outdoor columnist

Finally. The tiger trout are now in the waters of Willow Springs and Woods Canyon, two of the most popular fishing spots in the state. May 24, 2016 will go down in history as the first stocking of this hybrid trout in the local waters. This hybrid is a cross between a male brookie and a female German brown. Many western states already have tigers in their waters, including Montana, Nevada, Oregon, Utah, Washington and Wyoming — where the fish are thriving. Until now, anglers had to travel to southern Utah to try their luck at catching these fighting machines, true quality game fish. Now, the tigers lurk in these Rim lakes just 35 miles from Payson. Two other lakes in the White Mountains — Carnero and Becker — have already received a significant stocking of 9- to 12-inch catchable hybrids. With the fishing restrictions on these two lakes, the tiger trout will likely grow quickly thanks to the rich nutrients in the water. By the fall, a two-pound tiger may be common place in these White Mountain waters. In contrast, fishing pressure on the less productive Rim lakes will result in far fewer tiger trout as the fishing season goes into the fall. However, trophy trout may show up in the future in waters they’ll continue to share with rainbows. The tiger trout is an aggressive fish, attributes it shares with both the German brown and the brook trout. Use a medium to lightweight spinning rod, 4- to 6-pound test line, with a size 0 or 1 spinner or a small Z ray to attract this fish into a strike. If fly fishing is your fancy, then a four to six weight rod with a dry fly during the reduced light periods of the day will create some action. In the peak sunlight hours, a beaded nymph or woolly bugger allowed to sink much deeper will attract a trout to strike. Willow Springs and Woods Canyon each received almost 5,000 hybrids in preparation for the Memorial Day weekend. It was interesting to observe the initial stocking of Willow Springs where 99.999 percent of the fish happily swam away to the freedom of a

vast expanse of water. This is a real credit to the Tonto and Canyon Creek Fish Hatcheries, which raised and transported the trout. Their expertise guarantees large numbers of healthy fish for the recreational anglers who frequent the trout waters of the Rim Country. Bryce Sisson, manager of the Tonto Creek Fish Hatchery, said the hatchery will cultivate 40,000 tiger trout eggs annually for future stockings, and that same number in each of the next five years. State fisheries agencies of Utah and Wyoming where the tiger trout programs have been in existence for a number of years will donate the eggs. The only cost for Arizona is in the shipping procedure. That is a real deal for all of us hunting and fishing license holders who want our fishing dollars to be stretched as far as possible. The Canyon Creek Fish Hatchery was responsible for moving the tiger trout from the raceways to the shoreline of each of the Rim lakes. Dave Insley, the eastern regional hatchery manager with 30 years of fisheries experience, knows how to transport trout and to keep them healthy for the stocking program. The cold oxygenated water on the tanker truck makes the transition from the hatchery to the lake or stream with very little stress on the fish. This vision was the culmination of a years-long project started by an idea initiated by Chris Cantrell, aquatics branch chief. The fisheries branch of the AZGFD has taken some visionary steps that will benefit all recreational fishing in the state of Arizona. Just in the last year, Florida-strain largemouth bass

have been stocked into Roosevelt Lake, which will greatly improve an ailing fishery. This was the result of the fisheries division listening to the anglers’ concerns and making a joint effort with the fishermen in the restocking process. In addition, the warm water fish hatchery at Bubbling Ponds was remodeled for raising bass, crappies, and other warm water game fish to improve the overall fishing in Arizona. Designating Horton Creek as a “catch and release” only stream will provide wild German brown trout fishing for generations to come which was a change in fishing regulations by the department. The attractive signage along the creek stating the regulations can be attributed to sportsmen in the area volunteering their time led by Jake Swartwood, PHS head football coach. The Mogollon Sporting Association provided the funding. Another wild trout fishery at the headwaters of the East Verde was also designated “catch and release” by the department, where wild rainbow trout now thrive. This additional signage was also provided by funding from the MSA. The AZGFD Fisheries Division has other projects on the near horizon that will definitely increase the interest in recreational angling in the Rim Country and the desert reservoirs. The tiger trout introduction to Woods Canyon and Willow Springs will boost local economies and stimulate the sale of fishing licenses, which provides the money to improve fisheries. So grab your fishing rod and try your luck at catching the new fish on the block — a tiger trout.

The Rim Area Gardeners invite residents and visitors to a special tour of beautifully crafted landscapes each summer. This year the group is limiting the excursion to a single, breathtaking site in its 2016 Country Garden Stroll. Guests are invited to stroll through a serene garden with a wide variety of plants, trees and an orchard in the secluded Rim Trail Estates from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m., Saturday, June 4. After touring the garden, enjoy refreshments and music by Steve Stevens and Linda Abbott. The event also features a huge plant sale with succulents, bulbs, vegetables, shrubs, flowers, birdhouses, planters and many unusual additions for a garden or yard. The tour site is 30 minutes east on Houston Mesa Road, just north of Payson and then north on the Control Road. Look for the signs or take advantage of a shuttle service that will be offered for those who would like to park their vehicles at the end of the pavement in Whispering Pines at the East Verde Baptist Church. Get $5 tickets at Ace Hardware, Fancy Finds Gift Shop in Pine, Payson Public Library, the Isabelle Hunt Memorial Library in Pine and Plant Fair Nursery in Star Valley. Nancy and Harry Jones will offer tours of the private paradise they have built under the Mogollon Rim over the past 37 years. Harry had visited the Rim Trail area as a teen, staying with a friend. When Nancy and Harry’s family was young, they spotted a “for sale” sign on the property in 1979. The couple made it their permanent home in 2000. They started building their country garden, starting with a patch of grass at the bottom of the steps of the home’s old deck. With lots of trial and error, the grass grew into a multi-faceted garden. Nancy said she thought that little patch of grass needed some shrubs around it and then the shrubs called out for flowers. Harry, who manages a couple of small water companies in the Rim Country, put in a gray water system. He put a holding tank with a pump at the back of the property and covered it with slabs of rock to create a patio. Now the garden employs 36 sprinklers as well as soaker hoses for the flower and vegetable gardens. In fact, their gray water system yielded more water than their yard and gardens could use. About

18 months ago they put in a small orchard to use the excess gray water. Now, Nancy is happily anticipating a crop of cherries. In addition, they’ve Firewised their property by removing 20 to 30 trees. “It took years to get Harry to realize flowers were not the only way to get color into a garden,” Nancy said. He has learned the lesson well, while he jokingly calls everything pyracantha, Harry can point out the trees that produce a variety of beautiful blooms, as well as the vines that turn brilliant colors in the fall. To protect their landscape from the elk, the couple has a seven-foot fence around their main property, plus a friendly dog to keep an eye on things. Additional “protection” includes a secure enclosure for their raised vegetable garden and two small greenhouses. They grow strawberries in one of the greenhouses, keeping them safe from the wonderful and varied population of birds, some already wellfed squirrels and other critters. The birds certainly don’t go hungry. There are bird feeders and birdhouses all over the place. “My father did birding as a hobby,” said Nancy, “so I grew up with it. He taught me to identify them and their songs and it has been an interest all my life,” she said. She has made a study of the kinds of seeds the many different birds like and so has come up with her own special blends. “You just watch what seeds are left when you change out a feeder — if there are seeds left, it’s because the birds don’t like them,” Nancy explained. When the birds are given what they like, you don’t have a lot of litter from the feeders. She also uses shelled sunflower kernels in her bird feed blends to eliminate the litter from the hulls. Nancy is a big advocate of studying — reading up on any new garden seeds or bedding plants to make sure they can stand the altitude of the Jones’ Rim Trail home. Making informed decisions about what to plant, plus enjoying the generosity of friends and neighbors who have shared cuttings from plants already acclimated to the area, Nancy said they have not lost many flowers, shrubs or trees they have incorporated into their landscape. Their good fortune is now being shared with guests participating in the Rim Area Gardeners’ 2016 Country Garden Stroll.

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Nancy and Harry Jones will show off their private paradise under the Mogollon Rim for the 2016 Country Garden Stroll June 4.

Trespassing prompts probation revocation Payson resident Derek Elliot Perkins, 29, will do 1.5 years in prison for trespassing and a probation violation. Deputy Gila County Attorney Robert Swinford said crew members of the Native Air Ambulance called the Payson Police Department after finding Perkins inside their living residence. Officers arrested Perkins for trespassing and for an unrelated probation violation warrant.

Superior Court Judge Tim Wright sentenced Perkins to six months in the Arizona Department of Corrections for the criminal trespass. In addition, Perkins was on probation for possession of dangerous drugs involving methamphetamine and driving under the influence at the time. So Judge Wright revoked his probation and sentenced him to a separate consecutive term of one year.

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C.C. Cragin watershed gets some help by

Peter Aleshire

roundup editor

The U.S. Bureau of Reclama tion will provide $76,000 to help do the studies and planning for a project to protect the watershed of the 64,000-acre C.C. Cragin watershed with a combination of thinning projects and controlled burns. Bureau of Reclamation Commissioner Estevan López this week included the C.C. Cragin project on a list of proj ects receiving $500,000 in funding through the Western Watershed Enhancement Program across five western states. “Reclamation is collaborat ing with others to ensure a sus tainable water supply for our future generations,” López said. “Through the Western Watershed Enhancement Program, more landscapes in western water sheds and forests will remain healthy and resilient to risks associated with drought and cli mate changes, such as wildfires.” The projects are intended to protect watersheds, reduce wild fire risk and prevent post-fire mudslides and erosion from fill ing in reservoirs. The money will contribute to an already underway effort by the Coconino National Forest in partnership with Payson and the Salt River Project (SRP) and the National Forest Foundation to thin the densely forested watershed draining into the 15,000-acre-foot reservoir. Payson’s economic future relies on the deep, narrow reser voir. The town is building a $50 million pipeline to deliver about 3,000 acre-feet of water annual ly, which will nearly double the town’s sustainable water sup ply. In addition, SRP gets about 11,000 acre-feet annually from the reservoir, which it runs down the East Verde River. The Bureau of Reclamation’s $76,739 grant will help do the planning work necessary to start clearing the dense tree stands in the next two years. The project includes mechanical and hand treatments on 39,000 acres and prescribed fires on 64,000 acres to reduce risks within and adja cent to the three sub-watersheds that drain into the Cragin reser voir. Currently, much of the water shed has 800 to 1,000 trees per acre. Before the Forest Service undertook a century of logging,

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grazing and fire suppression, densities in the ponderosa pine forests were closer to 50 trees per acre. The dense stands of trees not only results in widespread tree deaths during droughts, it dramatically increases the odds of crown fires that will result in permanent changes to the forest and soils. Such intense crown fires in Colorado and elsewhere have resulted in such a dramat ic increase in erosion that they have repeatedly filled small res

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The Forest Service is bracing for a busy Memorial Day week end, with rangers out in force to help visitors and remain on guard for careless use of fire, with its potentially devastating consequences. The Tonto National Forest this week issued the following advice to visitors: Closures

The Pioneer Pass Recreation Area south of Globe remains closed due to bear activi ty. This includes Pioneer Pass Campground, and 200 yards on either side of National Forest System Road 112 starting at the north Pioneer Pass Recreation Area Sign and ending at the cat tle guard located on National Forest System Road 112 near forest trails 196 and 214. The lightning-caused fire continues to burn in the Sierra Ancha Wilderness and the Forest Service has issued a closure order that involves all National Forest System Lands, roads and trails to the east of State Highway 288 and to the west of Forest Road 203 (commonly referred to as the Cherry Creek Road). State Highway 288 and Cherry Creek Road remain open. Information regarding the Juniper Fire can be found at http://inciweb.nwcg. gov/incident/4745/, and the clo sure order and map are locat ed at http://www.fs.usda.gov/ Internet/FSE_DOCUMENTS/fse prd502611.pdf. The Juniper Fire is burn ing near popular campgrounds along State Route 288. Heavy smoke and traffic delays along 288 south of Young, should be expected through the Memorial Day weekend. Campers should plan their camping and recreation activities in sites north of Young accessible from State Highway 87 (Beeline Highway) north to Payson, taking State Highway 260 east to Forest Road 512, and then south to Young. The community of Young is open for business, and mini mally impacted by smoke.

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If you wish to file a Civil Rights program complaint of discrimination, complete the USDA Program Discrimination Complaint Form, found online at http://www.ascr.usda.gov/complaint_filing_cust.html, or at any USDA office, or call (866) 632-9992 to request the form. You may also write a letter containing all the information requested in the form. Send your completed complaint form or letter to us by mail at U.S. Department of Agriculture, Director, Office of Adjudication, 1400 Independence Avenue, S.W., Washington, D.C. 20250, by fax (202) 690-7442 or email at program.intake@usda.gov. Individuals who are deaf, hard of hearing or have speech disabilities may contact USDA through the Federal Relay Service at (800) 877-8339; or (800) 845-6136 (Spanish. USDA is an equal opportunity provider and employer.

ervoirs like C.C. Cragin with mud. Other grants include: • $96,084 for a 12,000-acre watershed enhancement study on the Stanislaus National Forest at the headwaters of the Mokelumne River. • $84,500 toward the reduction of fuel loads to help prevent wild fires from spreading and improve watershed health by focusing on enhancing existing fire barriers such as roads, trails and rivers on 210 acres in Rocky Mountain

National Park • $70,000 toward two projects in the Boise River watershed to minimize post-fire erosion and sediment loads, stabilize soils and establish more fire-resilient forests and habitats. • $150,000 to reduce wild fire risk on 730 acres of land within the catchment basin that flows into Rimrock Reservoir in Washington state. These treat ments help reduce the potential for large-scale wildfires and asso

ciated post-fire impacts such as entry of sediment, debris and contamination into water sup plies and facilities. The projects are part of the Western Watershed Enhancement Partnership estab lished as part of the administra tion’s Climate Action Plan. Many studies suggest the projected rise in average global tempera tures will drive a big increase in drought and wildfires in the western United States.

Forest Service urges visitors to prevent wildfires

The Juniper Fire

The Rim Country is a slice of Heaven...

JULIA RANDALL ELEMENTARY 600 S. Green Valley Parkway

Pete Aleshire/Roundup

A much-needed project to protect the C.C. Cragin watershed on the Mogollon Rim will receive $76,000 from the U.S. Bureau of Reclamation to help with studies and planning.

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Camping in bear country

Campgrounds in the higher elevations of the Tonto National Forest are in bear country. Keep a clean camp and encourage bears to go elsewhere in search of food. Visit the Arizona Game and Fish website for addition al tips https://www.azgfd.com/ PortalImages/files/wildlife/living with/Living_with_Bears_lowres. pdf One less spark could mean one less wildfire

For the first time in several years, there are no fire restric tions on the Tonto National Forest. Visitors to the forest are being asked to be extra vigilant in preventing wildfires. The fol lowing tips will help prevent a

wildfire while enjoying your pub lic lands. • Always carry a fire extin guisher, extra water and shovel, just in case a fire does start. • Make sure your campfire is completely out. If your fire is too hot to touch, it is too hot to leave. Pour water or dirt on your fire and stir with a shovel until the fire is cool to the touch. Use a gas stove if windy conditions are predicted. • Don’t park or stop in tall grass or over small shrubs, where a spark or hot engine can start a fire. • Make sure vehicles and tires are in good working condition, and safety chains and other trail er equipment are not dragging. Chains dragging on the road cre ate sparks and can cause fires.

• Make sure all motorized equipment, including chain saws, all-terrain vehicles and motorcy cles have approved spark arres tors to prevent a spark. • Always discard cigarette butts in ashtrays inside a vehicle or building. Cigarettes can start fires long after they have been dropped or thrown away. • Avoid shooting on hot, windy days, and be sure your target is free of dry grass and shrubs. Shooting at steel targets or rocks may throw sparks into dry grass and nearby brush. Use paper or clay targets to reduce the risk of sparks. • The use of fireworks, explo sives and exploding targets is always prohibited on public lands, as sparks can start a wild fire.

pes paraprofessional recognized

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Gail Milton, principal of Payson Elementary School (right), recognized Sheila Cornett, PES paraprofessional in the reading lab for her willingness not only to do a great job, but to go above and beyond. Cornett, under the direction of Kathy River, reading specialist, works intensely with the children to get them up to speed on their reading. But Cornett goes above and beyond, said Milton.“Other than her regular job, I have asked, ‘You know I need somebody to be on the SAC committee (or) on the RIF committee,’ she does it,” said Milton, “She’s a fantastic addition to our staff.” Payson School Board member Sheila DeSchaaf (left) was on hand at the presentation.

Antler theft leads to 3 years in prison A Payson man will spend two years in prison after pleading guilty to stealing a set of antlers. Judge Gary Scales sentenced Colton Travis Boulanger, 29, to 2.29 years in prison for a felony charge of trafficking in stolen property charge and another six months for a probation violation.

Attorney Robert Swinford, who handled the prosecution, said a homeowner called the Payson Police Department after discovering someone had stolen a set of antlers from the outside of his residence and sold them to Chasin’ A Dream Outfitters. Officers contacted the store

owner who identified Boulanger as the seller. In addition, Boulanger, who was on proba tion for felony theft of a firearm, and attempted burglary had his probation revoked. The judge imposed another six months in prison for the probation viola tion.

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conduct involving weapons. May 6 – Randy Alan Zimmer Jr., 32, Payson – DUI-aggravated, while suspended for DUI; Carlos Ivan Nunez-Aguilar, 29, Mesa – failure to pay a fine and failure to appear-2nd degree; Erika Vera Martinez, 32, Scottsdale – driving while suspended for FTA/FTP; Travis Johnathan Glos, 34, Payson – failure to pay a fine, marijuana-possession and drug paraphernalia-possession; Amanda Stuyvesant, 25, Star Valley – possession of dangerous drugs, possession of drug paraphernalia and driving on a suspended license; Joe Hendy, 30, Star Valley – driving on a suspended license. May 7 – Dawn Elvira Dawson, 48, Transient – shoplifting; Christopher Randall Mitchell, 19, Gisela – drug paraphernalia-possession and shoplifting; Daniel Wayne Kitchen, 31, Mesa Del – shoplifting; Starlette Rain Redman, 30, Payson – failure to appear-2nd degree. May 8 – Taylor Rae Whittington, 22, Star Valley – DUI-alcohol, drug, vapor, or combination thereof; Sarah Ann Hulpke, 39, Mesa Del – shoplifting; Daniel Robert Ramirez, 32, Payson – criminal trespass-3rd degree-real property; Dawn Dawson, 48, New York – criminal trespassing. May 9 – Justin Wood, 28, Payson – warrant; Jennifer Craghead, 32, Tonto Basin – DUI; Ashley Massamillo, 26, Payson – warrant, contempt of court, driving suspended, possession of drug paraphernalia and possession of dangerous drugs. May 10 – Paul Andrew Howell, 51, Payson – disorderly conduct-fighting and criminal damage-deface or damage property; Roger Kenneth Wilson, 65, Payson – aggravated assault with deadly weapon or dangerous instrument; Tyler Justin

Herrera, 36, Payson – threatening or intimidating-cause injury or damage property; Forrest Kelly Windsor, 22, Phoenix – false reporting to law enforcement agency. May 11 – Seth Daniel Backus, 27, SMU Eyman Prison, Florence, Ariz. – warrant-violation of parole or community supervision, marijuana-possession and taking the identity of another; William Steven Green, 60, Payson – disorderly conduct-noise; Christopher Loran Davis, 32, Payson – criminal damage-deface or damage property, domestic violence and assault-intentionally or recklessly causing physical injury; Armando Leigh Bahe, 35, Payson – failure to pay a fine; Forrest Wadington, 23, Payson – disorderly conduct. May 12 – Levi Tyler Wilkins, 22, Payson – failure to appear-1st degree and false reporting to law enforcement agency; Richard Bandin, 51, Transient/Payson – disorderly conduct-fighting; Larry Jay Thompson, 59, Leupp, Ariz. – prescription-only drugs-unlawful possession, DUI-extreme w/BAC .20 or higher, DUI with BAC of .08 or higher and DUI-alcohol, drug, vapor, or combination thereof; Nathan Ewanko, 30, Star Valley – assault/DV, child abuse, domestic violence, aggravated assault, neglect. May 13 – Richard Bandin, 51, Transient/ Payson – disorderly conduct-fighting; Francisco Javier Valenzuela, 20, Payson – disorderly conduct-fighting; Paker Sullivan, 23 –possession of paraphernalia, possession of marijuana and misconduct involving a weapon; Shaleena Cervantez, 43 – warrant, possession of prescription only pills and possession of drug paraphernalia. May 14 – Joel Eric Esra, 47, Payson – failure to pay a fine; Angela Keser, 33, Star Valley – disorderly conduct.

O B I T U A R I E S John Charles Allaire

Barbara Harris Krauss

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John is survived by his son and daughter-in-law, Joseph and Sasha Allaire of Phoenix, AZ; sister Jeannine Cheek of Tonto Basin AZ; brother Phillip Allaire of Cascade, ID; and several nieces and nephews. A gathering to honor John’s life will be held on Saturday, May 28th, 2:00pm at 28 E. Buckskin Lane, Star Valley, AZ 85541.

Elizabeth J. "Betty" Adams Jones 1917-2016 grandchildren, devoted niece, Carole Jones, and devoted caregiver, Chris Launder. She was preceded in death by her loving husband, Onis Jones who was a WWII Vet and a member of the Elks Lodge in Globe, AZ, son, Ralph Silvers and her parents. She will be dearly missed by all.

Elizabeth J. “Betty” Adams Jones, from Young, AZ passed away at the age of 98 in Mesa, Arizona on May 19, 2016. She was born in Drumwright, Oklahoma to Ralph and Martha Adams on May 24, 1917. Elizabeth leaves behind her sons; Charles and Robert Jones, grandchildren; Brian, Steve, Cody and Nick Jones, 6 great

Russell Daniel Walsh 1937-2016 Mr Walsh passed away on May 15th, 2016 and is survived by his wife of 53 years, Frances M of Sun City West, Az, a son Matthew of Columbus, Georgia and a son Daniel of Lakewood, Colorado. .He is

also survived by 2 sisters, Marilyn of Tucson Az, and Beverly of Lake Wylie, SC; 5 grandchildren, 3 nieces and a nephew. A memorial service will take place at a later date..

Neil Anthony Weisbrod 1975-2016 Neil Anthony Weisbrod grew up in Payson. In his younger days he worked at Safeway, then he was working with the EMT here locally. Later he became a nurse. He lived and worked in Chino Valley, AZ with his wife Nichole Cherie Weisbrod. He loved being a nurse. He loved people. Anyone who knew Neil loved him back. He was an amazing, wonderful and caring person. Neil was survived by his wife, Nichole Weisbrod, His parents, James and Juanita Weisbrod, his brother, Eric Weisbrod, 2 sisters, Veronica Weisbrod and Tammy Polcar. Our hope is to

see him again only under much better conditions in the Paradise on earth that the Bible has promised. Please read: Psalms 37:10,11,29 and Job 14:13-15 Please feel free to contact the family to express your sympathy. Anita and Jim Weisbrod, PO Box 2123, Payson AZ 85547 anita.weisbrod@gmail.com Mrs. Nichole Weisbrod (surviving spouse), 440 Hayes Ct, Chino Valley, AZ 86323 Weisnurse@gmail.com Funeral Services The Kingdom Hall of Jehovah’s Witnesses Chino Valley, AZ 86323 June 4, 2016 2pm

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Celebration of Life There will be a celebration of life for Kevin Wall to be held on June 4, 2016 11 a.m. at the Star Valley Community Park, located at the driveway just past Plant Fair.

Barbara Harris Krauss went home to her Lord Jesus on May 22, 2016. She is survived by her beloved husband, of 59 years, Willard “Butch” Krauss, three children LeAnn (Troy) Eiffert, Karen (Justin) Smith & Kenny (Judi) Krauss, three sisters Oleta Gainer, Evelyn Stribling, & Patti Harris, nine grandchildren and three great grandchildren. Barbara was born in 1938 in Glendale and lived in Phoenix until 1992 when she and Butch moved to Payson. Since 1994 they enjoyed their retirement and

church family at Mountain Bible Church, who have been so loving and supportive. Their love and devotion to each other and her love for Jesus was always evident and inspired many. Barbara was preceded in death by her parents and brother. Family and friends are invited to a viewing Saturday, May 28, 2016 at 1PM at West Resthaven Funeral Home, 6450 W. Northern Avenue, Glendale. Funeral services will begin at 2PM; burial will follow at Resthaven Park Cemetery.

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Fern L. Chandler 1933-2016 Fern L. Chandler of Gisela, AZ died on May 23, 2016 at Rim Country Health Center. She was born December 18, 1933 at Chisholm MN. She worked a lifetime in early child education, and kids programs thru her church-Tonto Valley Bible in Gisela where she was well known. She was preceded in death by her husband, Harold and son, H. Shane Chandler. She leaves a step daughter Judith Anderson, brothers and sisters: Eugene (Kathy) Laeupple,

Ron (Sharon) Laeupple, Grace Tagg, Carol (Jerry) Johnson, and Marlene (Bill) Kile, and numerous nieces and nephews. Funeral Services; June 4, 2016 at the Pioneer Cemetery, Gisela, will be officiated by Pastor Ted Tatum with graveside ceremony at 11:00 community pot luck following service at local community center. Viewing is available 9;00 to 10:00 at Messinger Mortuary, 901 S. Westerly Rd, Payson, AZ

Vernon Dwight Randall 1960-2016 Vernon Dwight Randall (55) of Payson passed away unexpectedly after a brief illness on May 18, 2016 in Mesa, Arizona. Vernon was born November 14, 1960 in Mesa, Arizona to parents Ronald Ray “Rony” and Julia Patricia “Pat” Randall joining big brother Ronald “Pete” and sister Denella who he called “Sissy”. He attended Whittier Elementary and Carson Junior High in Mesa. He graduated from Gilbert High School where he was an officer in the FFA. He attended nursing school at Mesa Community College and was a registered nurse at Mesa Lutheran Hospital and Casa Blanca Clinic. Vernon married his best friend Wanda Petersen on March 1, 1985 in the Mesa LDS Temple. They welcomed their daughter Mandy in 1987 and son Nick in 1992. Vernon was a great daddy and took pride in everything his kids did. The only thing that could top fatherhood was becoming a grandpa. Vernon was the life of the party. He made friends everywhere he went. He loved to cook and feed the masses. He

was spontaneous, fun-loving, stubborn, sarcastic, ornery and loved by everyone. In 2001, Vernon and his family moved to Payson, Arizona to get out of the heat and the hassle and be closer to his parents. He enjoyed the small town but dearly missed his hometown of Mesa. Vernon is survived by wife Wanda, son Nick, mother Pat and sister Denella all of Payson; daughter Mandy, sonin-law Logan, and grandkids Lincoln, McKenna and Lot Campbell of Mesa; and brother Pete and his wife Christyne Randall of Tonto Basin, nieces and nephews, too many extended relatives to count and literally hundreds of friends and loved ones. He was preceded in death by his father Rony. A visitation will be held in the valley Tuesday, May 24th from 6:00-8:00 p.m. at the LDS Ward Building, 1455 N. Harris Street, Mesa, AZ. Funeral services will be Saturday, May 28th at 11:00 a.m. with a viewing beginning at 9:00 a.m. at the LDS Stake Center, 913 S. Ponderosa Street, Payson, AZ. Burial will follow at Payson Pioneer Cemetery.

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John “Bear” Charles Allaire, 57, of Payson, AZ went to be with our Lord on May 18th, 2016. He was born on March 27th, 1959 in Woonsocket, RI. He was the youngest son of the late Pierre J. Allaire and Marie P. Sarazin Allaire of Woonsocket, RI. John was preceded in death by his brother Paul Allaire of Harrisville, RI and sister Suzanne Allaire Dumas of Gilbert, AZ.

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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. May 2 – James Hallen Wood, 18, Payson – tobacco prohibited on school grounds. May 3 – Andrea Lynn Roberts Yeager, 65, Rye – disorderly conduct-fighting; Lela M. Caldwell, 19, Payson – minor with alcohol in body; Blanca Estella Lopez, 55, Payson – DUI-alcohol, drug, vapor, combination thereof. May 4 – Isaiah Vinson Petite, 30, Transient/Phoenix – obstructing a highway or other public thoroughfare and disorderly conduct-fighting; Bryant Dell Napolitano, 33, Payson – failure to pay a fine; Steven Douglas Clark, 37, Payson – theft of services; Gabriel Martinez, 20, Payson – possession of dangerous drugs, possession of narcotic drugs, possession of narcotic drug for sale, possession of dangerous drugs for sale, transportation of narcotic drug for sale, and possession of drug paraphernalia; Summer Kelley, 21, Payson – possession of drug paraphernalia and possession of narcotic drugs. May 5 – Jarrod Ryan Darlinton, 32, Payson – aggravated domestic violence; Blake Matthew Gibbs, 33, Oxbow Estates – theft; Julie Marie Hinds, 60, Payson – shoplifting; Tommy Holdren Jr., 22, Payson – aggravated domestic violence and drug paraphernalia-possession; Jon Sturgis, 35, Grand Junction – possession of marijuana, possession of prescription of another, mis-

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The 2,400-acre Juniper Fire near Young is being managed to actually benefit the ecosystem. Other lightning-caused fires being monitored in the region include the 2,170-acre Cowboy Fire eight miles south of Flagstaff just off Interstate 17, the 1,200-acre Mormon Fire six miles east of Munds Park and the 1,000-acre Pivot Fire eight miles northeast of Strawberry.

Firefighters manage fire near Young From page 1A increase the health and resilience of this fire-adapted landscape on which it’s burning,” stated Mary Lata, PhD., fire ecologist. “The effects of the Juniper Fire will increase the diversity of surface vegetation while decreasing the potential for more severe wildfires,” she added. Meanwhile, firefighters continue to also monitor and direct the 1,000-acre Pivot Fire eight miles northeast of Strawberry near the junction of Highways 87 and 260 atop the Rim. Smoke from that fire has affected Payson, Pine, Strawberry, the Verde Valley and Happy Jack, although fire behavior remains “moderate.” In theory, the fire will actually benefit the ecology of the forest through which it burns and reduce the chance of a damaging crown fire during the hot, dry months. Wind-whipped fires in June or July before the onset of the monsoon can burn so hot they can effectively sterilize the soil and cause permanent changes in the mixture of plants that grow

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Smoke from the Juniper Fire will increase each day through the Memorial Day weekend.

• The closure includes areas east of State Route 288 from FR 202 (Board Tree Saddle) south to the junction with FR 203; and then west of FR 203 back up to State Route 288. • State Route 288 is open, but expect delays. afterwards. Firefighters have largely focused on protecting structures on private inholdings, cultural sites, areas with known Mexican Spotted Owl nesting areas, high quality timber, old growth trees and riparian areas. The fires have produced heavy smoke along State Route 288 south of Young. Some will increase throughout the week, said fire managers.

To protect fire crews and the public, the Forest Service is urging caution through the area and urged the public to minimize use of roads, including State Route 288 and Forest Road (FR) 202, FRs 487 and 410 to the west of Sierra Ancha Wilderness, and FR 203 on the east side of the Wilderness. Burn-out operations could cause delays of up to three hours along State Route 288 between mileposts 285 and 291 from Thursday, May 26 through Monday May 30. Pilot vehicles will be escorting traffic in some sections. Fire vehicles and support equipment will also frequently be coming through the town of Young. The Forest Service has closed some areas, including lands east of State Route 288 from FR 202 (Board Tree Saddle) south to the junction with FR 203; and then west of FR 203 back to State Route 288. These perimeter roads remain open, but drivers should expect delays. All forest roads and trails as well as developed and dispersed campsites in the area will remain closed through the Memorial Day weekend and beyond.

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Libraries plan activities to keep youth busy by

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The libraries in both Payson and Pine will have plenty of activities to keep youth busy this summer. The annual reading programs, built around the theme, “On Your Mark, Get Set… Read,” are complemented by a wide selection designed for varying ages. Payson’s program is June and July, while Pine’s gets underway in July.

sion is to bring a doll to share. Activities will include a discussion of history of dolls, fun projects with dolls and a raffle. • The library’s Story Time is at 10:15 a.m. Wednesday, June 1, 8, 15 and 29. • The Happy Music program is at 11 a.m., Wednesday, June 1 and 15. • Duplo Play, which is with larger-sized Legos, is from 10 a.m. to 11:30 a.m., Thursday, June 2, 9, 16, 23 and 30. • Also on Thursdays at 1:30

p.m., the library will host Movie Madness, except on Thursday, June 23. • Lego time is on Thursdays as well, from 3 p.m. to 6:30 p.m., June 2, 9, 16, 23 and 30. • Space is given to youngsters working on independent art projects in the Artist in Training program Friday, June 3, 10, 17 and 24; Saturday, June 4, 18 and 25; and Tuesday, June 7, 14, 21 and 28. • The library’s Wii program is available from noon to 4 p.m.,

Wednesday, June 1, 8, 15, 22 and 29; all day Friday, June 3, 10, 17 and 24; all day Saturday, June 4, 18 and 25, it will be available from noon to 2 p.m., Saturday, June 11; and all day Tuesday, June 7, 14, 21 and 28. To learn more about the June activities and what is planned for July, when the Pine summer reading program starts, call 928-476-3678. Isabelle Hunt Memorial Library is located at 6124 N. Randall Place in Pine, Ariz.

Both Payson and Pine libraries include play with Legos among their summer activities for kids.

Payson Public Library

The program in Payson includes movies, juggling, cup stacking, jump ropes, “Book Cooks,” rocks, Arizona animals, computer coding, game nights, hopscotch, ukulele classes and more. Regular story times also continue through the summer — “Babytime” at 10:30 a.m. Thursdays and Preschool Storytime at 10:30 a.m. Tuesdays. While participants can just show up for most of the activities, the “Book Cooks” and ukulele classes require advanced reservations. • A “Book Cooks” program is the first event on the Payson Library’s summer calendar; it is at 2:30 p.m., Wednesday, June 1 and features “Twisters & Spinners” and is for those 8 and older. The subsequent “Book Cooks” programs in June are at 2:30 p.m., Wednesday, June 15 with “Ants On A Log” for those 3 to 8; 2:30 p.m., Wednesday, June 22 with “Chicken Wings” for those 8 and older; and 2:30 p.m., Wednesday, June 29 with “Poppin’ Parachute” for those 3 and older. • The ukulele class is for those 9 to 18 and it is scheduled at 2:30 p.m., Thursday, June 9, 16, 23 and 30. • The first movie of the summer at the Payson Public Library is “Good Dinosaur” at 10:30 a.m., Monday, June 6. The movie “5th Wave” is at 1 p.m., Tuesday, June 14. • The program on cup stacking is for those 6 and up (and teens are encouraged to participate as well) at 3 p.m., Friday, June 3 and Friday, June 17. • The computer coding class is for those 7 and older and is designed to teach coding to create a fun game. It is scheduled for 2 p.m., Tuesday, June 7 and Tuesday, June 21. • The Payson Rimstones Rock Club will have a special program for children at 1:30 p.m., Wednesday, June 8. • The program on juggling, with James Reid, is at 1 p.m., Friday, June 24. Mark Carter presents the program on Arizona animals at 2 p.m., Tuesday, June 28. • The library continues its Lego Family Fun at 4 p.m., Friday, June 10. • Family Game Night also continues through the summer, with three sessions at 4:30 p.m., Monday, June 13, 20 and 27. The Payson Public Library is at 328 N. McLane Rd., in Rumsey Park. Call 928-474-9260 for more information. Isabelle Hunt Memorial Library

Through June the library in Pine plans to have its regular activities, except that the Story Time for June 22 is canceled. • New to the calendar is the library’s first-ever chess club, which meets from 1 p.m. to 3 p.m. every Friday. Members must be at least 10. Library Director Becky Waer says the club was formed for those who want to learn to play chess; those who play, but don’t have regular partners; and others who do not own a chess set. She adds the club is also a great way to meet new friends. • A special event at the library is its World Doll Day, from 10 a.m. to 11:30 a.m., Saturday, June 11. It is open to those 5 and older, but will be limited to 12 participants, so pre-registration is necessary. Visit the library or call 928-4763678 to sign up. The only admis-

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The Humane Society of Central Arizona would like to express our heartfelt gratitude ADOPTION to everyone who helped make OPTIONS Whiskers in the Wind a success. On behalf of the staff, volunteers and board of directors, we’d like to thank the following people/businesses for their support and contributions: Ed with Against the Wind, 260 Café, THAT Brewery, Junction 87, The Hyatt Regency Scottsdale, Overman’s, Payson Jewelers, Chili’s, El Rancho, Fargo’s, Mike’s Fish & Chips, Black & Tan Apparel, Tonto Silkscreen, Beverage Place, Chaparral Pines, Rim Club, KRIM, Arizona Stronghold Winery, Payson Senior Center, The Vaughts and the Hansens. Because of our supporters, we are able to provide adequate love and care for the homeless animals of the Rim Country. Here are two animals that are directly affected by your donations: BOOMER

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Thanks to all the people and businesses who helped to make the Whiskers in the Wind benefit for the Humane Society of Central Arizona a big success. Because of the support, HSCAZ can continue its mission to provide love and care for the homeless animals of the Rim Country.

Payson Walkers

Starting June 1, departure time is 8 a.m. for daily walks that are about an hour in length on sidewalks. Currently walks are at 8:30 a.m. Departure points are: Saturday - intersection of Longhorn Road and Payson Parkway Sunday - Town Hall parking lot Monday - Payson Elks Tuesday - Green Valley Park, Parks and Recreation Office Wednesday - Walgreens Thursday- Payson Library Friday - Home Depot parking lot, (south end).

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.

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encouraged to join Tonto Amateur Radio Association (TARA) the last Saturday of each month for a breakfast and socialization. Regular meetings are the second Saturday of each month at the Payson Library Community Room at 9 a.m. for a business meeting and a program of interest. Please see the website for more information regarding the breakfast site: www.TontoRadio.org.

Republicans host guests

The Rim Country Republican Club will meet Monday, May 30 at Tiny’s Family Restaurant, 600 E. Hwy. 260, Payson. Members and guests may gather at 11 a.m. to order lunch and to socialize. Beginning at 11:30 a.m., the speakers will be Roy Sandoval, candidate for county school superintendent; and Jason Hayes, associate director for the American Coal Council. Everyone is welcome to attend. Call Nancy Cox at 928-472-1172 for more information.

Overeaters Anonymous

Join the Payson Fly Casters and local Trout Unlimited Chapter 530 at 9 a.m., Saturday, May 28 at Tiny’s Restaurant, 600 E. Hwy. 260, Payson, and see the premiere showing of the Tonto Creek video shot on the creek with local expert Jim Strogen, the Roundup’s trout fishing columnist. The video includes how to prepare for a fly fishing trip, what gear to take, safety precautions, where and how to fish, what flies to use and how to rig them. Action shots of casting and actual fish caught are included along with an interview with Arizona Game and Fish representatives. The video will be shown as part of the monthly meeting of the two groups beginning at 9 a.m. For more information, contact Ric Hinkie at 928-848-4501.

Overeaters Anonymous meets from 2 p.m. Mondays at Shepherd of the Pines Lutheran Church, 507 W. Wade Lane, Payson. There are no fees or dues. The only membership requirement is a desire to not compulsively overeat anymore. Call the following members for more information: Denise, 928-9783706; Mary Jo, 928-978-4663; Ted, 928-951-3362; Alice, 602-828-0917 or 928-478-4361.

TOPS in Pine

The TOPS 412 (Take off Pounds Sensibly) Pine group meets Tuesdays at the LDS chapel in Pine. Weigh-in is at 8 a.m., the meeting starts at 8:15 a.m. For more information, call Barbara at 928-978-4750 or Charlotte at 928-978-3640.

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Boomer Who’s that girl over there? She sure is the cat’s meow. Oh wait, it’s me; Miss Kitty! I sure could use some loving. I’ll definitely let you know when I want to be loved on. There’s a whole lot of me to go around so I don’t see a problem with being shared. More attention for me is always a plus! If you pet me just right I’ll Miss Kitty melt away and sneak my way into your heart. That is, if I haven’t already made my way in there yet. To learn more, visit the shelter at 605 W. Wilson Court, open Monday through Saturday, 10 a.m. to 3 p.m.; call 928-474-5590 or go to www.humanesocietycentralaz.org.

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have an enthusiasm for life. The purpose of this group is to build lasting friendships, share ideas, have fun, and enjoy activities with like-minded people. The group meets at 8:45 a.m. every Tuesday for breakfast at Tiny’s Restaurant, 600 E. Highway 260, Payson. For more information, call Paula at 480-695-2786.

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.

Wheelers (RC4W) invite anyone interested in four-wheel-drive back road travel to join them at 8 a.m. Wednesdays in the Bashas’ shopping center parking lot in front of the Big 5 store. The route and destination may be prescheduled or may be decided on the spot; the level of difficulty may range from easy to moderate. Saturday trips are also scheduled at least once a month and are usually decided on at the previous month’s meeting. For all trips, have a full tank of gas, lunch, and a lawn chair. For more information, visit the Web site at www.rimcountry4wheelers.com or call RC4W President Tom Doyle, 928-600-9009.

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Color Time Tuesday Enjoy a relaxing and fun time of coloring every Tuesday afternoon from 1 p.m. to 3 p.m. This activity is a great way to relieve stress and express creativity. 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. Call Sally Harvey 480213-8472 or Joyce Kennedy 928-9781884 with any questions.

The Saving Graces of Payson — a Canasta card-playing group — is looking for a few ladies who enjoy fun, laughter and friendship. This Red Hat group meets at 10 a.m. the first Wednesday of every month at the Crosswinds Restaurant patio room. There is a break for lunch around noon and play and resumes after lunch. Anyone interested in joining will be welcomed. You do not need to know how to play, the members will be happy to teach the game. Please contact Queen Mum AnnMarie at 928-468-8585; please leave a message if there’s no answer.

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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. For more info call 928-9516774.

Masonic Lodge The Sy Harrison Masonic Lodge #70, located at 200 E. Rancho Road in Payson, meets every Tuesday at 7 p.m. For more information, go online to www.paysonmason.org or contact Bill Herzig, secretary, at 928474-1305 or 928-951-2662.

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The local Soroptimist club invites all women who are interested in working with and for the community to improve the status of women to join members for lunch at Tiny’s, 600 E. Highway 260, Payson, at noon Wednesdays. Anyone interested should contact Jean Oliver, 928-474-6167; or Audrey Wilson, 928-468-3108.

Ukulele fun

Rim residents, regardless of skill level, are welcome to join Ukulele Fun from 1 p.m. to 3 p.m. every Wednesday at St. Paul’s Episcopal Church. If you have any ukuleles you would like to donate or sell, please call 928-595-2086.

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Alzheimer’s caregivers support groups

The Alzheimer’s Caregivers Support Group invites caregivers, families, service providers and members of the community to attend any or all of the following: • First and third Wednesdays of the month from 1:30 p.m. to 3 p.m. at the Senior Center. For more details, call Mary, 928474-3560. The Payson Senior Center is located at 514 W. Main St.

Rim Country Classic Auto Club

The Rim Country Classic Auto Club (RCCAC) holds its monthly meetings at 6:30 p.m. on the first Wednesday of each month at Tiny’s Family Restaurant, 600 E. Highway 260 in Payson. For information, call Steve Fowler at 928-478-6676.

Arizona Cactus Navy luncheon

An informal get-together of Navy and Coast Guard veterans and Merchant Marines in the Payson area is held on the first Thursday of each month at La Sierra restaurant on north AZ 87 at Forest Dr. in Payson. The group meets for coffee or lunch at 11 a.m. to share stories and camaraderie among fellow vets of World War II, Korea, Vietnam, other conflicts, and peacetime naval service. For questions please call 928970-0066.

Payson Genealogy meeting Thursday

The Northern Gila County Genealogical Society has a membership meeting and speaker scheduled for 1:30 p.m., Thursday, June 2. The speaker is the society’s president Griff Brown giving his quarterly, “State of the Society” update to the membership and visitors. The group has a busy summer ahead. Brown will discuss the Yard Sale. Three more members were welcomed, which gives the society 13 new members since the first of the year. All visitors are invited to attend the business meeting, which follows immediately.

The society’s facility/library is at 302 E. Bonita St., Payson. Coffee, doughnuts and lemonade will be served.

Northern Gila County CERT meeting

The annual business meeting of NGCC is at 6 p.m., Thursday, June 2 at Banner High Country Seniors, 215 N. Beeline Hwy., Payson. Election of new officers and selection of board members will take place at that time.

National Alliance on Mental Illness meeting

The National Alliance on Mental Illness (NAMI) is dedicated to improving the lives of those with mental illness and those who love them through education, support and advocacy. NAMI Family Support Group is a free meeting of caregivers where family members can talk frankly about their challenges. The support group meets from 6 p.m. to 7:30 p.m. the second and fourth Thursdays of each month at the Community Presbyterian Church, 800 W. Main St., Payson. Registration is now open for NAMI Family to Family Class, a 12-week course structured to help family members and close friends understand and support individuals with serious mental illness while maintaining their own well-being. The Family to Family class begins on Thursday, Aug. 25 and is held from 6 p.m. to 8:30 p.m. at the Gila Community College. Email namipayson@yahoo.com or call 928-301-9140 for more information.

Bridge results

Winners at Ladies Tuesday Bridge for May 24 were: Mary Kemp, first; Flo Moeur, second; Carol Blann, third. The group needs more players, so if you want to have some fun, 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 Mary Kemp at 928468-1418 for reservations and information.

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Spring Rodeo offers plenty of wild fun

Vince Tsosie rides Snowy River in the saddle bronc event on Friday night. Tsosie was one of the few cowboys able to last eight seconds in Friday night’s saddle bronc competition.

Dry weather helps make Gary Hardt Memorial Rodeo a success by

Keith Morris

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Wild-eyed stallions named Black Widow and Nobody’s Darling stormed out of the gate, stomping and bucking riders from their backs. And snot-snorting beasts with handles like Bad Guy, Crazy Eyes, Gator Face and Radioactive spun, whirled and thrust their massive bodies farther off the ground than seemed possible in an attempt to rid themselves of their unwanted passengers. Occasionally, a bold and courageous cowboy managed to conquer one of the mighty Salt River Rodeo Co. bulls. Mix in athletic cowboys leaping from their mounts at full gallop to grab horns and wrestle

steers to the ground, impressive roping, speedy and agile barrel racers, rodeo royalty and some side-splittingly funny routines by clown Donnie Landis and you have the marvelously-entertaining Gary Hardt Memorial Spring Rodeo at Payson Event Center last weekend. Payson Pro Rodeo Boss Bill Armstrong said those folks who enjoy great entertainment and were able but didn’t come out last weekend made a mistake. “If they missed it, they missed a good one,” he said. Fortunately, the sky didn’t open up like it did last year and the weather for this year’s Spring Rodeo couldn’t have been much better. “Thank God for the weather,” Armstrong said. “It was nice, a little cold but it wasn’t raining.” The dry conditions led to good attendance for the Thursday night women’s rodeo, as well as the full schedule for both Friday night and Saturday

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Cody Strite holds onto the bull Crazy Eyes during a strong ride on Friday night.

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Gary Hardt Memorial Spring Rodeo Results provided by PRCA Total Payouts $22,360

Top performers

All-Around Cowboy 1. Garrett Jacobs $733.20 ($526.40 tie-down roping, $206.80 steer wrestling)

Bareback Riding Total Prize $1,372.40 Aggregate Results 1. John Killian, Phoenix, 137 points/two rounds, $198.23. First Round 1. Sam Stuart, Black Forest, Colo. on John Wayne, 67.5 points, $198.23. Second Round 1. Rio Lee, Tucson, on Lady Assassin, 75 points, $251.60.

Bull Riding

Total Prize $1,936.40 First Round 1. Ramon Curley, St. Michaels, on Bad Habit, 86.5 points, $839.11.

Tie-down Calf Roping Keith Morris/Roundup

A young cowboy watches the action from the stands on Friday night. night performances. “I think we probably had the best May Saturday we’ve had,” Armstrong said. While the World’s Oldest Continuous Rodeo held each August attracts larger crowds and features a Saturday afternoon show, along with the Friday and Saturday evening sessions, Armstrong said Rim Country residents benefit from the Gary Hardt Memorial performances. “It’s almost the same rodeo as in August, but with fewer people,” he said. “We put it on for our locals who can come and get a good seat and don’t have to fight the crowd. It’s standing-room only in August but we have more cowboys in May than August, number-wise.” The rodeo paid out $22,360 in prize money. Garrett Jacobs of Lemitar, N.M., won spurs as the All Around Cowboy for winning $733.20 in steer wrestling and team roping. The event winners also

took home spurs. Payson’s Teri James finished fourth in barrel racing in 18.05 seconds to earn $513.89. Payson’s TJ Brown teamed with Kyle Roberts of Durango, Colo. to finish sixth in team roping in 7.7 seconds. Armstrong and PPRC President Dan Wile said neither the Gary Hardt Memorial Spring Rodeo the World’s Oldest Continuous Rodeo in August would be possible without the help of the Payson Pro Rodeo Committee members or the volunteers. “Dan and I want to thank the Pro Rodeo Committee members and volunteers who worked their tails off,” Armstrong said. “We had 140 paid committee members helping and probably 80 volunteers.” The committee welcomes new committee members and volunteers. Those interested should call Armstrong at 928-474-9440 or stop by Armstrong Pawn and Jewelry & Pawn, located at 3696 E. Highway 260 in Star Valley for an application.

Total Prize $2,632 First Round 1. Brent Lewis, Pinon, N.M., 9.8 seconds, $1,052.80.

Barrel Racing Total Prize $3,670.70 First Round 1. (tie) Jill Welsh, Parker, 17.85 seconds, $789.20 and Lori Todd, Willcox, 17.85 seconds, $789.20.

Saddle Bronc Riding Total Prize $1,485.20 Aggregate Results 1. Magin Lane Montoya, Roy, N.M., 151 points, $272.28. First Round 1. Magin Lane Montoya, Roy, N.M., on Crow Web, 74 points, $272.28. Second Round 1. Magin Lane Montoya, Roy, N.M., on Amanda, 77 points, $272.28.

Steer Wrestling Total Prize $2,068 Round One 1. Wyatt Lindsay, Cuchillo, N.M., 4.8 seconds, $827.20.

Team Roping Total Prize $7,238 First Round 1. Cole Sherwood, San Tan Valley, and Steve Sherwood, San Tan Valley, 4.8 seconds, $1,049.51 each.

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aroundthe rim Volunteers help with neighbor’s home Christopher Creek showed its true colors again this past weekend. It may happen elsewhere, but it happens regularly here in the Creek. Some old guy was up at 5 a.m., putting together a Dutch oven breakfast casserole and by 8 a.m. the crew had gathered. Dean was already working when the rest started showing up. After coffee and a breakfast burro, the work began in earnest. The task at hand was unhooking and moving a small travel trailer to an empty space in Christopher Creek Mobile Home Park. Of course, that was just for starters. Next was the trimming the overgrown box elder trees. Those of you familiar with the box elder know it to be no more than a noxious weed, which will overtake an area in a year’s time. Dean Dodson was manning the limber, which is a chain saw on a 10-foot pole that he brought up from his Valley company Tempe Power Equipment. From experience, you don’t work this piece of equipment — it works you!

After cutting and removing a hun- like it had just rolled off the sales lot. dred limbs, poor ol’ Dean was about By noon Dean was done in and whipped. Meanwhile, Doc and “Too drowned, so he bid us farewell. His Tall” Bill left for Payson to pull replacement was Beau from the new and bigger travel trail- another week across the lane. Soon the hooker to the Creek. Kenn helped me in the creek ups were made and it was discovered that the water heathaul the debris and we completed our job when the new unit er leaked. Suddenly my job as showed up. cook and limb-hauler took on a That was when Doc’s wife, more important role. Pepper, decided all the jokThey upgraded me to diaging and hollering and carrynostician. Of course, that ing on from the crew was too means tearing into stuff. Soon nerve-wracking, so she bailed the old water heater was out out, just as the new trailer Rod Britain and after some surgery it was arrived, to spend the rest of the determined that, yes, the tank morning with Genny. was ruptured and that, maybe, it could “Too Tall” Bill showed off his expe- be welded since the break was on a rience from years of driving truck for seam. LA-Yuma truck lines back in the day. That was when “Too Tall” rememHe proceeded to waltz that new unit bered there was a similar unit boxed up sideways very carefully, inch by inch, and stored down in the barn. One of his until it was precisely in place. Then it tenants had upgraded to an on-demand was back to Dean and his high-pow- system. So, he called the guy and asked ered pressure washer, once again, from if he was willing to sell it and, no, he Tempe Power Equipment. He washed wouldn’t sell, but he would donate it to that trailer, roof and all, until it looked the cause.

“Too Tall” Bill had to remind everyone that is was a water heater not a hot water heater because if the water were already hot, you wouldn’t need a heater. When the new water heater arrived it was discovered it was a larger model. Much measuring and machinating was involved until it was determined there was room to install the eight-gallon model where the six-gallon one was. Of course, “you’re ’gonna need a bigger hole.” By 6:30 that evening Doc and Pepper had hot water and all agreed the installation looked like it was done at the factory. Carol, Genny, Karen, Elsa and Pepper had occupied all the lawn furniture that afternoon and they gave the volunteers a “thumbs-up” on the whole project. Last week, we failed to mention the luau up at Sheila’s Creekside is to be held from 1 p.m. to 4 p.m., Saturday, June 11. That coincides with the Christopher Creek Homeowners Association picnic-potluck down on Milburn Meadow,

which starts at 4 p.m. The canceled homeowners meeting will be held in conjunction with the picnic. We visited the Brooks subdivision just outside the gate to Mountain Meadow Bible Camp and had a conversation with the Myczeks. Bob and Marion were familiar from the many parties at Dennis and Kelly’s over the years. Their beautiful home was completed in 2004 and was featured in “Log Homes Design and Ideas” magazine that year. Bob and Marion met on a blind date in June of 1966 and have been married 43 years. They hail from New York and Illinois and have been in Arizona since 1989. Bob is retired from the aerospace industry. Betty Joy has passed away. Betty and husband, Dwight, spent many years as managers of the OW ranch until the early 1990s. By the way, there are no fire restrictions this Memorial Day weekend, so let’s be careful out there … and that’s another week in the Creek.

Big events around Tonto Village this weekend A big weekend is about to start in noon. The theme this year is “Scuba Tonto Village. The Vietnam veterans — Submerged in the word of the Lord.” motorcycle group will be camped out in VBS is from 9 a.m. to noon, Monday, June 20 through Friday, June the forest near the Village over 24. the weekend. On Saturday, May 28, start- the A day out with a friend ing about noon, the Double D bar village and restaurant will be hosting a This past weekend, my Memorial Day Celebration. All friend Gloria and I headed to the activities will be held on the Gilbert to see a play at the patio. The Hellsgate Fireflies Hale Centre Theatre. What a will be having a bake sale, with joy it was! The play was a a variety of baked goods being musical comedy called “Me and offered. The proceeds will go My Girl.” The cast even was tap toward helping to furnish the Janet dancing! How long has it been new kitchen at the new fire- Snyder since I’ve seen that? The coshouse. There will be live music tuming was outstanding as was by the Ron Gibson Band. the whole cast, who performed On Monday, Memorial Day, the Tonto in the round. I have never been at that Village Chapel will be offering hamburg- type of theater. ers, hot dogs and fun with music by the To my amazement, seeing the musiFossil Creek Gang. This event is from 1 cal was only one of the trip’s highlights. p.m. until 3:30 p.m. We visited a few thrift stores and Pre-registration for Vacation Bible then had lunch at the India Oven on School will be available during the after- Gilbert Road. I had never even tried to

eat authentic East Indian food because I assumed the food would be too spicy. The food was outstanding and I would have it again. Before we headed back to Payson, Gloria surprised me with one more stop, this time we would get take-out since the time was running late and we did not want to drive too many miles at night. We stopped at Joe’s Real BBQ, which happened to be just across the street from the theater. The line of people went around the block, so we had to wait about a half hour to place our order. I didn’t try my food until I got home and shared it with my husband. It was marvelous! Now I know why there was such a long line of people waiting at the restaurant. Birthdays

I missed a birthday last week. Ron Elfken of Bear Flat had his birthday on May 17. Sorry I missed it, Ron. Here’s

hoping you had a wonderful day. The June birthdays for the first week of the month include Jerry Farmer of Tonto Village I. His big day will be June 2. Marilyn Lamb of Kohl’s Ranch has her big day on June 6. Linda Price, who has a summer home in Colcord Estates and is an avid domino player, celebrates her birthday June 11. Duane and Janice Long of Long Ranch will celebrate their 19th wedding anniversary on June 7. Happy anniversary to you both, and I hope that there will be many more to celebrate. Remember: the Celebration of Life for June Milke is at 11 a.m., Saturday, June 11 at the Tonto Village Chapel. A holiday recipe

The Memorial Day holiday brings out the chef and the barbecue grill for most families, so this week I will include a recipe for a good salsa to go with those corn or tortilla chips.

Black Bean Salsa From Linda Stailey formerly of Tonto Village 1 can black beans, drained and rinsed 1 can shoepeg corn, drained 1 can Rotel tomatoes with chilies 1 small red onion, diced 1 small can diced green chilies 1 tablespoon fresh cilantro, chopped 1 garlic clove minced or garlic salt juice of 2 limes Mix all together and refrigerate; serve with corn or tortilla chips. This recipe is a great way to get fiber into everyone; black beans are very nutritious. Happy Memorial weekend to everyone, and if you are driving, please be careful, there will be so many other families on the road. Don’t drink and drive! Remember the reason for the holiday, all the military who gave their lives to keep us free and fly your flag ... proudly!

Characters Under the Mogollon Rim – Bert Slater, Part 1 Bert Slater was the “spry and friendly” fellow who published the first Payson Roundup and made his mark locally not only as a gatherer of news, but also as a Rim Country poet. He was born in LaSalle County. Ill., in 1876, and at the age of 5 he moved with his family to Colorado. He lived there for 20 years, working on cattle ranches and prospecting for gold. In January 1891 his mother, Louisa Johanna Slater, died, and his father, B. F. Slater, does not surface in any of the public records. The next we pickup Bert’s whereabouts is when he registered for the World War I draft, Sept. 12, 1919. He was living in Sacramento, Calif. and his draft record indicates he had a wife, Annie Ludicia Slater, and there had been a stillborn child in 1912. His own brief statement about his life indicates he went from California to El Paso, Texas, but did not like it there and ended up in Arizona. One record shows that his sister Carrie Slater, one of his five siblings, had lived in Cochise County, Ariz., but she had died

there in 1913. In any case, we presence known to them ... He find our Rim Country Character explained how he discovered the in Arizona in 1926, at the age trick, a result of an accident ... of 50. When he came to he was floating A strange aspect of Bert five or six feet above his body Slater’s life resulted from a and looking down at it. It looked near-death experience he had dead and in a sense it was. in Colorado. While prosBut after trying several pecting he fell off a cliff times he got back into and struck his head back when it, stirred it to life, and on a rock. He related made his way back to this to a gentleman his little cabin.” named Daniel Fry after After the two men years of corresponhad corresponded for dence between the two several years Bert was men that began in the willing to tell how he 1940s. Slater had seen was able to repeat this Fry’s publication about “astro flight” at will. Stan Brown paranormal events and “First you chose a quiet wanted to relate his own time when everyone else experience. Fry then related the was asleep. Lying on your back, story in a publication he edited with feet straight out before you, that dealt with UFOs, ESP, and hands at sides. You breathed the paranormal. [1] The article slowly and deeply for several was entitled “Bert Slater Could minutes. Next you fancied that Leave and Return to His Body.” you were lying on a sort of platApparently Slater died in the fall form, with rollers or casters at from the blow to his head. “(He) each corner. Then you mentaltold me he could leave his body ly propelled yourself, feet first at will, flit over the country, visit along thus platform, as if you distant friends, even peek in to were simply sliding right out see what they had for dinner, of the body … Bert said he had though he could not make his often been able to remain out of

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Country folk were reading his four-page, pamphlet sized paper. Next: Part Two [1] “Understand” published in Pasadena Calif. This issue was May 1963. [2] One issue with the new title, dated 1952, Volume 6, is in the Rim Country Museum.

Get your garden tour tickets The Rim Area Gardeners invite residents and visitors to a special tour of beautifully crafted landscapes each summer, this year the group is limiting the excursion to a single, breathtaking site in its 2016 Country Garden Stroll. Guests are invited to stroll through a beautiful, serene garden setting with a wide variety of plants, trees and orchard in the quiet, secluded Rim Trail Estates from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m., Saturday, June 4. After touring the garden, relax at one of the themed decorated tables and enjoy refreshments while listening to music by Steve Stevens and Linda Abbott, soaking up the scenery and watch the antics of birds and wildlife. The event also features a huge plant sale with succulents, bulbs, vegetables, shrubs, flowers, birdhouses, planters and many unusual additions for a garden or yard. The tour site is a relaxing, 30-minute drive east on Houston Mesa Road, just north of Payson and then north on the Control

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Road. Signs will be posted and a shuttle service will be offered for those who would like to park their vehicles at the end of the pavement in Whispering Pines at the East Verde Baptist Church. Full directions will be provided with the purchase of a ticket to the tour. Tickets are $5 per person and are available at Ace Hardware, Fancy Finds Gift Shop in Pine, Payson Public Library, the Isabelle Hunt Memorial Library in Pine and Plant Fair Nursery in Star Valley.

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aroundthe rim Recent fires have residents on edge Even the newest of Pine-Strawberry eventually donations and fundraisers residents recognize the sights and were not enough keep up with needs, sounds of the twin-engine Forest thus forcing discontinuation of the pickService spotting plane that flies over ups. the two towns almost daily during the At yesterday’s meeting, alternative summer months. fuel reduction projects using the donaBut when the plane begins circling tions received were expected to be disfor long periods of time, residents turn cussed. more than a bit antsy because Prior to the meeting the the orbiting could mean a forest fuel reduction group asked for rattlin’ fire has been sighted. suggestions of other ways to Such was the situation the rim use the donations in Pine and Friday, May 20, when the plane Strawberry. flew circles over Pine and A project to Firewise all Strawberry for about 30 minproperty within the two comutes. munities could also have been Fire Chief Gary Morris discussed as well as a cooperresponded to locals’ concerns ative effort among residents to explaining, “We have an evolvremove or thin brush and haul it to the landfill. ing wildland fire on top of the The petition to encourRim reported to be near the 608 Max Foster Road. It’s putting up considage the Gila County Board of Supervisors to expand the erable smoke, but the current wind direction is pushing it northward. brush pit off the Control Road just Coconino Forest has several fire crews southeast of Pine rather than having to on it and Pine-Strawberry has not been haul it to the Buckhead Mesa Landfill was also considered for the agenda. called or put on standby.” The petition to the supervisors can Forest Service fire control officers named the lightning-caused blaze the be signed at the Ponderosa Market. Another discussion topic was expect“Strawberry Fire.” After the fire was spotted and smoke ed to be the Forest Service’s efforts could be seen from both towns, Morris to thin the 300-yard-wide firebreak drove to the site to monitor the fire and around Pine and Strawberry, which determine if it was threatening either could reduce the risk of a catastrophic Pine or Strawberry. He confirmed the wildfire reaching the two towns. fire was burning near Milk Ranch Point and had grown to about two acres, but Proposition struggled for approval firefighters, including the Blue Ridge Although Prop. 123 marked a mileHotshots, had “a line around it.” stone in funding for Arizona schools, it About 7:30 p.m., a Coconino National narrowly received voter approval in a Forest representative posted on Twitter, May 17 special election. “Fire was contained ... shout out to the It was passed by a margin of under 2 Blue Ridge Hotshots.” percent, but will now funnel $3.5 billion While the threat from the Strawberry into state education. Fire has ended, both Pine and Some are asking, did the cynicism Strawberry remain a “No burn” area some voters had about the proposition and fire danger is extreme, partly mean they were anti-education? because the winds that have swirled Not so. The belief is that the opposirecently. Those gusts could cause even tion came from voters who didn’t trust a small fire to move fast and engulf Gov. Doug Ducey, Republican legislative more land and property. leaders and business groups that were backing the education measure. The PSFR meets voters’ reluctance is understandable Pine Strawberry Fuel Reduction because the lawmakers had savagely Committee members met last evening cut education funding and ignored votThursday, May 26, with local residents ers’ mandates to fund inflation outlays to most likely discuss the discontin- to our state schools. Under Ducey and his predecessor uation of the highly successful brush Jan Brewer, Arizona ranked at or near pickup program. Results of the meeting were not avail- the bottom in the U.S. for school spendable at press time. ing. Last spring, with the future of the After shortchanging education for so program in doubt, the committee began long, why now are Ducey, Republican a drive to earn the estimated $85,000 legislators and big business reversing needed to continue brush pickups, but course and funding education, skeptical received donations less than 45 percent voters wondered. of what was needed. Suspicions were something wasn’t The committee then sent out a news- right with the odd support being shown letter to homeowners that read, “It is the proposition, which resulted in “no” simply not financially feasible for us to votes. David Leibowitz, CEO of the politcontinue the program.” Prior to 2012, the Pine Strawberry ical and business consulting firm of Fire Department received grants to Leibowitz Solo also saw distrust of operate the brush pickup program. But politicians fueling Prop. 123 opponents. those dried up and the Fuel Reduction “Even though most Arizona voters Committee took over the brush pickups, agree that we need to do more to help which at the time some members called education in terms of dollars, there’s an “risky.” enormous amount of mistrust when it The PSFR-sponsored program was comes to the Legislature and Arizona’s highly successful in 2014 and 2015, but elected.”

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Pine and Strawberry residents are a little on edge with the early arrival of fire season and the possibility of seeing slurry bombers, such as this one photographed in August 2009, overhead. Library movie

Movie Madness at Isabelle Hunt Memorial Library continues at 1 p.m., Thursday, June 2, with the showing of “Izzy’s Way Home.” The 2016 animated children’s movie is about a neglected aquarium fish who escapes her home aboard a yacht and lands in the open ocean where she finds new friends in other misfit sea creatures. The movie is family approved for all ages and is 74 minutes in length. Refreshments will be served and children should bring a pillow so as to be comfortable on the floor. Open house at Banner

The Banner Health Clinic in PineStrawberry held a two-hour open house on May 19 that celebrated the grand opening of Banner Health in Pine. Visitors were able to meet Dr. Tamerut Adams, a graduate of the Kansas City College of Osteopathic Medicine, who completed her residency at the University of Missouri Kansas City School of Medicine. Dr. Adams moved last year to the Rim Country from Raytown. Mo. The clinic is located at 6153 Hardscrabble Mesa Road in Pine. Festival begins tomorrow

Pine Strawberry Arts and Crafts Festival organizers are anticipating a good turn out May 28-29 for the 36th Annual Memorial Day Festival. Hours are 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. tomorrow, Saturday and 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. the following day, Sunday. Arts and Crafts Guild member Catherine Hurla is certain the event will offer something for everyone.

“Over 80 original hand-crafted juried art booths, food booths, entertainment and pancake breakfasts (are available),” said Hurla. “Antique shops, quaint restaurants, specialty stores, hikes with spectacular views of the Rim above and the ranges below (are added features for guests),” she continued. Hurla also touts the holistic benefits of visiting the Rim Country, “Pure air, spectacular scenery amid ponderosa pines and friendly people.” She also asks that visitors drop by the Arts and Crafts Guild Boutique on site to meet the local artists and review their work. The scrumptious breakfasts are traditionally sponsored by the Mountain Village Foundation and are very popular among visitors as evidenced by the lines that begin forming early in the morning and continue to grow as the day progresses. Breakfasts include pancakes, sausage, juice and coffee, the cost is $5 for adults and $3 for children.

friends they will make during the week.” Call the church office at 928-476-3552 for more information.

Vacation Bible School

The Arizona State Parks Department continues to search for Temporary/ Seasonal workers for Tonto Natural Bridge. Seasonal work is 35 to 40 hours per week and up to 1,500 hours per year. Those selected, will perform a variety of duties associated with the operation and maintenance of Tonto Natural Bridge. To apply online, go to: AZStateJobs. gov.

The First Baptist Church of Pine is hosting its annual Vacation Bible School from 9 a.m. to noon, June 6 to 10 at the church located on North Beeline Highway. The program is open to children preschool through sixth grade. This year’s program is entitled “Cave Quest, Following Jesus the Light of the World.” Church member Sue Montgomery says during Bible school, “Children will enjoy singing, learning from God’s Word, making crafts and enjoying snacks with friends they know and hopefully new

Visit the White Table

Only three days remain to stop by the Isabelle Hunt Memorial Library to see the “America’s White Table” memorial display that honors all of those who have served in the military, during peace or war. It will remain in the library only until Memorial Day, May 30. The White Table is set up throughout the country, especially in military mess halls and VFW and American Legion posts, as a remembrance of service members fallen, missing or held captive in the line of duty. Solitary and solemn, it is the table where no one will ever sit. Children’s author Margot Theis Raven, who died of cancer in 2014, wrote the book “America’s White Table” during the Vietnam war. Natural Bridge needs workers

Thought for the week

“You are what you do, not what you say you’ll do.”

More about thinking; or rather, ‘Oh, I DIDN’T think.’ A month back we talked about ber of the “I don’t think” crowd. people who use the phrase, How do I know? I can remem“Oh, I thought that ... (fill in the ber his answer to the nurse who blank).” We came to the con- asked him, “Should I wheel him clusion that most of the into X-ray, doctor?” time they really mean, His reply? “I don’t “Oh, I DIDN’T think.” I your turn think that will be necessary.” mentioned that I cringe I won’t bother you when I hear a sentence with the details of how start that way, and we much damage my cut talked about a few of and bleeding head had life’s happy events that done to the interior of created that cringe. my ’35 Chevy that night But I left out the best — with painful consepart! Remember that quences to my poor neck broken neck I told you Tom Garrett — but here’s a converabout once? The one sation that took place that happened when I T-boned a drunk who sped four years later in an Air Force through a stop sign at 65 mph hospital: Doctor: “Well, sarge, it’s no one night so he could make a cameo appearance in my head- wonder your neck is hurting so lights? Well, the doctor at the badly, it was never set right. hospital that night was a mem- When did you break it?”

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“Huh? I never broke my neck.” Doc (pointing at X-ray): “Yes you did! See? The fractures are quite plain.” When I asked him if he could tell how long ago it had happened he said, “Perhaps three to four years ago.” The accident with my ’35 Chevy happened in 1954. This was 1957. Fricken-fracken ER doctor! Well, they did what they could to repair the mess as best they could, but in 1963, after having been clean around the world, met my beloved wife, sired two kids, and had some wonderful experiences, I found that my neck had become more than just a painful nagging problem; it kept doing nasty things to my arms. I’d suddenly discover that I could no longer lift one or the

other of them above my shoulder, or make it do any of the handy things that arms usually do. This was, of course, a mite disconcerting, so I reported to another Air Force doctor, who frowned a great deal, shook his head a lot, and arranged for my X-rays to be sent to a fancy New York surgeon, who after viewing them made the suggestion that he fly across the country to Utah, chop into my neck, and install some hardware that would freeze some vertebrae together. Luckily for me, my neck being quite painful, I had to go to the hospital one night while waiting for him and his scalpel, drill, and assorted plates, screws and whatnot to arrive. The medic on duty, after hearing my problem, told me — God bless him! —

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the bed, and I did have to wriggle back up a couple of times each night, but in just three days I was cured! My! My! Was that fancy New York surgeon unhappy about losing his fee! “I think you should know,” he told me angrily, “that by the time you’re 40 you’ll be begging for this operation.” I was — let’s see — 32 at the time. I’m 84 now, Johnny. I used the neck stretcher on and off for quite a while, but quit long ago. God, you see, fused the vertebrae together. I reckon He’s on our side.

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LEGAL NOTICES 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. MOUN-

LEGAL NOTICES TAIN 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

FRIDAY, MAY 27, 2016

LEGAL NOTICES 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 16167: 5/13, 5/20, 5/27, 6/3/2016; TS/File 406407.10284 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 MARCH 11, 2011, in INSTRUMENT NO. 2011-003093 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 MAIN ENTRANCE OF PIONEER TITLE AGENCY, INC., 421 S. BEELINE HWY, PAYSON, ARIZONA on JUNE 27, 2016 at 10:00 A.M. of said day: Lot 25, PINAL VIEW, according to Map No. 325, records of Gila County, Arizona. Purported Property Address: 7841 S. PINAL VIEW DR., GLOBE, AZ 85501. Tax Parcel Number: 102-23-048. Original Principal Balance: $95,000.00 Original/Current Beneficiary: JOSEPH F. LLEWELLYN and LANA L. LLEWELLYN, 995 E. SYCAMORE ST., GLOBE, AZ 85501. Original/Current Trustor: DOUGLAS RUTHERFORD and TINA RUTHERFORD, P.O. BOX 1389, GLOBE, AZ 85502. Said Trustee’s Sale will be held without covenant or warranty express or implied, regarding title, possession, or encumbrances, to pay the unpaid principal balance of $91,768.02 plus monies due as provided under the terms of said Deed of Trust, plus fees, charges and expenses of the Trustee and of the trust created by said Deed of Trust. Dated: MARCH 22, 2016. Current Trustee: Pio-

LEGAL NOTICES neer Title Agency, Inc., an Arizona corporation. 580 East Wilcox Drive, Sierra Vista, AZ 85635. (520) 458-3500 Pioneer Title Agency, Inc., an Arizona corporation, as Trustee. By: /s/ Shannon E. Copp, Assistant Secretary. Manner of Trustee Qualification: Escrow Agent. Name of Regulating Agency: Arizona Department of Financial Institutions. STATE OF ARIZONA, COUNTY OF MARICOPA. The foregoing instrument was acknowledged before me on March 28, 2016, by Shannon E. Copp, Assistant Secretary of Pioneer Title Agency, Inc., an Arizona corporation. By: /s/ Erin C. Klabough, Notary Public. My Commission Expires: January 7, 2018. 16168: 5/13, 5/20, 5/27, 6/3/2016; 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 October 23, 2007 in Instrument No. 2007-017930 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 20, 2016: LEGAL DESCRIPTION AS SHOWN ON EXHIBIT “A” ATTACHED HERETO Purported Street address: 1099 E Cedar St, Globe, AZ 85501 Tax Parcel # 208-04-218 Original Principal Balance: $45,000.00 Name and Address of Beneficiary: Nationstar Mortgage LLC, 8950 Cypress Waters Blvd, Coppell, Texas 75019. Name and Address of Original Trustor: Brian M Coffee and Cheryl Lynn Coffee,

LEGAL NOTICES married to each other, 1099 E Cedar 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 Dated: April 13, 2016 /s/ Jason P. Sherman, Jason P. Sherman, Trustee 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. . 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 April 13, 2016, by Jason P. Sherman, a member of the State Bar of Arizona, as Trustee. /s/ Amy Connolly NOTARY PUBLIC My commission 02/12/2017

expires:

EXHIBIT A LEGAL DESCRIPTION The land referred to in this policy is situated in the State of AZ, County of Gila, City of GILA, City of GLOBE and described as follows: THE FOLLOWING DESCRIBED REAL PROPERTY SITUATE IN GILA COUNTY, ARIZONA: THE EASTERLY ONE-HALF OF LOTS 1, 2, 3 AND 4, BLOCK 68, OF EAST GLOBE TOWNSITE, ACCORDING TO THE PLAT OF RECORD IN THE OFFICE OF THE COUNTY RECORDER OF GILA COUNTY, ARIZONA, MAP NO. 17, MORE PARTICULARLY DESCRIBED AS FOLLOWS, TO WIT: BEGINNING AT THE SOUTHEAST CORNER OF SAID BLOCK 68, AND RUNNING; THENCE NORTHERLY ALONG THE WESTERLY SIDE LINE OF FIFTH STREET A DISTANCE OF 122.56 FEET TO THE NORTHEAST CORNER OF LOT 4: THENCE WESTERLY ALONG THE NORTH LINE OF SAID LOT 4, A DISTANCE OF 51 FEET; THENCE SOUTHERLY PARALLEL WITH FIFTH STREET 122.56 FEET TO THE NORTHERLY SIDE LINE OF CEDAR STREET; THENCE EASTERLY 51 FEET TO THE SOUTHEAST CORNER OF SAID BLOCK 68 THE PLACE OF BEGINNING.

LEGAL NOTICES SUBJECT TO: EXISTING TAXES, ASSESSMENT, LIENS, ENCUMBRANCES, COVENANTS, CONDITIONS, RESTRICTIONS, RIGHT OF WAY AND EASEMENTS OF RECORD. BEING THE SAME PROPERTY CONVEYED TO BRIAN M COFFEE AND CHERYL LYNN COFFEE, HUSBAND AND WIFE, NOT AS TENANTS IN COMMON AND NOT AS A COMMUNITY PROPERTY ESTATE, BUT AS JOINT TENANTS WITH RIGHT OF SURVIVORSHIP, BY DEED FROM JAMES A CUMMINGS, AN UNMARRIED MAN, AND ELEANOR S WERNETT, A WIDOW, DATED 08/14/1992 RECORDED 02/25/1993 IN DEED BOOK 899 PAGE 723, IN THE COUNTY RECORDER’S OFFICE OF GILA COUNTY, ARIZONA. 16170: 5/20, 5/27, 6/3, 6/10/2016; Notice of Trustee’s Sale Recorded on: 4/13/2016 TS No. : AZ-16-709813-BF Order No. : 8637193 The following legally described trust property will be sold, pursuant to the power of Sale under that certain Deed of Trust dated 7/21/2009 and recorded 9/4/2009 as Instrument 2009-010679 , 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: Sale Date and Time: 7/18/2016 at 11:00AM Sale Location: At the front entrance to the Gila County Courthouse, located at 1400 E. Ash, Globe, AZ 85501 Legal Description: THAT PORTION OF LOT 33, OF PINAL VIEW UNIT TWO, ACCORDING TO THE PLAT OF RECORD IN THE OFFICE OF THE COUNTY RECORDER OF GILA COUNTY, ARIZONA, RECORDED TO MAP NO. 347, MORE PARTICULARLY DESCRIBED AS FOLLOWS: BEGINNING AT A POINT ON THE NORTHERLY BOUNDARY OF SAID LOT 33, WHICH IS THE NORTHEAST CORNER OF THIS PARCEL, FROM WHICH THE NORTHEAST CORNER OF SAID LOT 33 BEARS NORTH 66 DEGREES, 55 MINUTES, 30 SECONDS EAST, 101.47 FEET;

LEGAL NOTICES THENCE SOUTH 23 DEGREES, 01 MINUTES EAST, 75.72 FEET TO THE SOUTHERLY BOUNDARY OF SAID LOT 33, AND THE NORTHERLY SIDELINE OF GRAND VIEW DRIVE; THENCE SOUTH 66 DEGREES, 40 MINUTES WEST, ALONG THE SAID NORTHERLY SIDELINE OF GRAND VIEW DRIVE, 88.00 FEET; THENCE NORTH 23 DEGREES, 01 MINUTES WEST, 76.12 FEET TO THE NORTHERLY BOUNDARY OF SAID LOT 33; THENCE NORTH 66 DEGREES, 55 MINUTES 30 SECONDS EAST, ALONG SAID NORTHERLY BOUNDARY OF LOT 33, 88.00 FEET TO THE POINT OF BEGINNING. Purported Street Address: 7348 E GRAND VIEW DR, GLOBE, AZ 85501 Tax Parcel Number: 102-23-056B Original Principal Balance: $91,575.00 Name and Address of Current Beneficiary: Wells Fargo Bank, NA C/O WELLS FARGO BANK N.A. 1 Home Campus X2504-017 Customer Service Des Moines, IA 50328 Name(s) and Address(s) of Original Trustor(s): ROBERT D GREGG AND HEATHER C GREGG, HUSBAND AND WIFE, AS JOINT TENANTS WITH RIGHT OF SURVIVORSHIP AND NOT AS COMMUNITY PROPERTY Name and Address of Trustee/Agent: Quality Loan Service Corporation 411 Ivy Street, San Diego, CA 92101 Phone: ( 866 ) 645-7711 Sales Line: 916.939.0772 Login to: www.nationwideposting.com AZ-16-709813-BF The successor trustee qualifies to act as a trustee under A.R.S. §33-803(A)(1) in its capacity as a licensed Arizona escrow agent regulated by the Department of Financial Institutions. If the sale is set aside for any reason, including if the Trustee is unable to convey title, the Purchaser at the sale shall be entitled only to a return of the monies paid to the Trustee. This shall be the Purchaser’s sole and exclusive remedy. The purchaser shall have no further recourse against the Trustor, the Trustee, the Beneficiary, the Beneficiary’s Agent, or the Beneficiary’s Attorney. As required by law, you are hereby notified that a negative credit report reflecting on your credit record may be submitted to a credit report agency if you fail to fulfill the terms of your credit obligations. If you have previously been discharged through bankruptcy, you may have been released of personal liability for this loan in which case this letter is intended to exercise the note holders right’s against the real property only. QUALITY MAY BE CON-

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LEGAL NOTICES SIDERED A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT AND ANY INFORMATION OBTAINED WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE . TS No.: AZ-16-709813-BF Dated: 4/12/2016 QUALITY LOAN SERVICE CORPORATION By: Genzl Favor, Assistant Secretary A notary public or other officer completing this certificate verifies only the identity of the individual who signed the document to which this certificate is attached, and not the truthfulness, accuracy, or validity of that document. State of: California County of: San Diego On 4/12/2016 before me, Courtney Patania a notary public, personally appeared Tianah Schrock, who 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 . I certify under PENALTY OF PERJURY under the laws of the State of California that the foregoing paragraph is true and correct. WIT NESS my hand and official seal. Signature Courtney Patania Commission No. 2044156 NOTARY PUBLIC - California San Diego County My Comm. Expires 11/1/2017 IDSPub #0107424 5/20/2016 5/27/2016 6/3/2016 6/10/2016 16171: 5/20, 5/27, 6/3, 6/10/2016; Notice of Trustee’s Sale Recorded on: 4/13/2016 TS No. : AZ-16-702544-JB Order No. : 733-1600119-70 The following legally described trust property will be sold, pursuant to the power of Sale under that certain Deed of Trust dated 7/13/2004 and recorded 8/2/2004 as Instrument 2004-011953 , 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: Sale Date and Time: 7/18/2016 at 11:00 AM Sale Location: At the front entrance to the County Courthouse, located at 1400 E. Ash Street Globe, AZ 85501 Legal Description: The surface and the ground to a depth of 200 feet immediately beneath the surface of the following described property: That certain piece or parcel of land lying in and being a portion of the SE1/4 of the SE1/4of Section 22, Township 1 North, Range 15 East, Gila and Salt River Base and Meridian, Gila County, Arizona and more particularly described as follows: Beginning at the Southeast corner of Section 22, 23, 26 and 27 bears South 75° 40’ 30” East, 1,146.59 feet; Thence South 71° 05’ 20” West 79.61 feet; Thence North 172.05 feet Thence East 82.27 feet Thence South 71° 13’ 40” East 76.12 feet; Thence South 18° 46’ 20” West 52.00 feet; Thence South 40°39’ 40” West 95.60 feet to the Southeast corner and the point of beginning. Subject to reservations in patents and all easements, right of way encumbraces, covenants, conditions and restricttions as may appear of record. Purported Street Address: 5865 E SCOTT AVE, GLOBE, AZ 85501 Tax Parcel Number: 207-09-188J Original Principal Balance: $30,400.00 Name and Address of Current Beneficiary: First Hawaiian Bank C/O First Hawaiian Bank, Name(s) and Address(s) of Original Trustor(s): Erlinda B Dorame 5865 E SCOTT AVE, GLOBE, AZ 85501 Name and Address of Trustee/Agent: Quality Loan Service Corporation 411 Ivy Street, San Diego, CA 92101 Phone: ( 866 ) 645-7711 Sales Line: 888-988-6736 Login to: Salestrack.tdsf.com AZ-16-702544-JB The successor trustee qualifies to act as a trustee under A.R.S. §33-803(A)(1) in its capacity as a licensed Arizona escrow agent regulated by the Department of Financial Institutions. If the sale is set aside for any reason, including if the Trustee is unable to convey title, the Purchaser at the sale shall be entitled only to a return of the monies paid to the Trustee. This shall be the Purchaser’s sole and exclusive remedy. The purchaser shall have no further recourse against the Trustor, the Trustee, the Beneficiary, the Beneficiary’s Agent, or the Beneficiary’s Attorney. As required by law, you are hereby notified that a negative credit report reflecting

LEGAL NOTICES on your credit record may be submitted to a credit report agency if you fail to fulfill the terms of your credit obligations. If you have previously been discharged through bankruptcy, you may have been released of personal liability for this loan in which case this letter is intended to exercise the note holders right’s against the real property only. QUALITY MAY BE CONSIDERED A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT AND ANY INFORMATION OBTAINED WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE . TS No.: AZ-16-702544-JB Dated: 4/11/2016 QUALITY LOAN SERVICE CORPORATION By: Rachel C. Kenny, Assistant Secretary A notary public or other officer completing this certificate verifies only the identity of the individual who signed the document to which this certificate is attached, and not the truthfulness, accuracy, or validity of that document. State of: California County of: San Diego On 4/11/2016 before me, Courtney Patania a notary public, personally appeared Rachel C. Kenny, who 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 . I certify under PENALTY OF PERJURY under the laws of the State of California that the foregoing paragraph is true and correct. WIT NESS my hand and official seal. Signature Courtney Patania Commission No. 2044156 NOTARY PUBLIC - California San Diego County My Comm. Expires 11/1/2017 IDSPub #0107411 5/20/2016 5/27/2016 6/3/2016 6/10/2016 16177: 5/13, 5/20, 5/27, 6/3/2016; Trustee Sale No: 16-26252 Notice Of Trustee’s Sale Recording date: April 28, 2016 The following legally described trust property will be sold, pursuant to the power of sale under that certain Deed of Trust and Assignment of Rents (if applicable) dated August 26, 2014, and recorded on August 27, 2014 in Instrument Number 2014-008100, Records of Gila County, Arizona, NOTICE! IF YOU BELIEVE THERE IS A DEFENSE TO THE TRUSTEE’S SALE OR IF YOU HAVE AN OBJECTION TO THE TRUSTEE’S 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 PM 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 to the Gila County courthouse, 1400 East Ash, Globe, AZ on July 28, 2016 at 11:00AM of said day: Legal: See Exhibit “A” Attached Hereto And Made A Part Hereof The street address is purported to be: 147 S. Hillside Way and 208 E. Bonita Street Payson, AZ 85541 Tax Parcel Number: 302-26-003 and 304-04-212A Original Principal Balance: $ 100,000.00 Name and address of original Trustor: Mary Suzanne Malinski, an unmarried woman as her sole and separate property 1104 S. Beeline Hwy Payson, AZ 85541 Name and address of the Beneficiary: Haven Funding of Arizona LLC, an Arizona limited liability company 40202 N. Exploration Trail Anthem, AZ 85086 Name and address of Trustee: Western Regional Foreclosures, LLC One West Deer Valley Road Suite 103 Phoenix, AZ 85027 The bidding deposit check must be in the form of a Cashier’s Check made payable to Western Regional Foreclosures, LLC. Third party checks will not be accepted. Conveyance of the property shall be without warranty, expressed 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. Trustee’s Phone number: 623-581-3262 Sale I n f o r m t i o n : www.westernregionalforeclosures.com Dated April 28, 2016 Western Regional Foreclosures, LLC, an Arizona limited liability company, Successor Trustee By: /s/ Susan S. Bouchard, Designated Broker Manner Of Trustee Qualification: Real Estate Broker Name of Trustee’s Regulator: Arizona Department of Real Estate State Of Arizona } } ss. County Of Maricopa } On April 28, 2016, before me,

LEGAL NOTICES the undersigned notary public, personally appeared Susan S. Bouchard, Designated Broker, Western Regional Foreclosures, LLC personally known to me to be the person whose name is subscribed to the within instrument and acknowledged to me that he executed the same in his authorized capacity, and that by his 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. My commission expires January 5, 2018 /s/ Tina Biskupiak Notary Public Trustee Sale No: 16-26252 Notice Of Trustee’s Sale Exhibit “A” Parcel No. 1: That Part Of Section Nine(9), Township Eleven (11), North, Range Ten (10) East, Gila County Arizona Described As Follows: Beginning At The Northeast Corner Of Lot 24, Of Flowing Springs No 1, As Per Map Of Record In The Office Of The Said County Recorder, Being Map No. 185; Thence South 89 Degrees 21 Minutes 20 Seconds East 50 Feet To The True Point Of Beginning; Thence Continuing South 89 Degrees 21 Minutes 20 Seconds East A Distance Of 530 Feet; Thence South 37 Degrees 42 Minutes 30 Seconds West A Distance Of 692 Feet; Thnce 60 Degrees 53 Minutes 47 Seconds West A Distance Of 402.37 Feet; Thence North 13 Degrees 39 Minutes West 40 Feet; Thence 32 Degrees 02 Minutes 15 Seconds East 479.38 Feet; Thence North 303.89 Feet To The True Point Of Beginning. Parcel No. 2 Lot 10, Russell Subdivision, According To Map No. 73, Records Of Gila County, Arizona. Except The East 261 Feet; And Except The West 226.55 Feet Thereof. 16178: 5/13, 5/20, 5/27, 6/3/2016; Trustee Sale No: 16-26253

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LEGAL NOTICES instrument and acknowledged to me that he executed the same in his authorized capacity, and that by his 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. My commission expires January 5, 2018 /s/ Tina Biskupiak Notary Public 16179: 5/27, 6/10/2016 NOTICE OF BUDGET AND RATE HEARING FOR MEMBERS OF THE PINE CREEK CANYON DWID At this hearing any district member may appear in person or by telephone and be heard in favor or against any proposed revenues, rates, fees, taxes, or proposed expenditures. DATE: 6/18/16 TIME: 9:05AM Place: PCCDWID Office, 3617 N Hwy 87, Pine AZ To Join the Meeting Telephonically, call Teleconference Number 1-877-594-8353 Participant Passcode 20932491# PROPOSED BUDGET FOR 7-1-16 THROUGH 6-30-17 Beginning Cash Resources Cash-Unrestricted $125,000 Replacement and Repair Reserve 8,130 Debt Service Reserve 36,263 Total Beginning Cash Resources 169,393 Operating Revenues: Miscellaneous Fees $1,250 Property Taxes 90,000 Wastewater Fees 64,900 Water Fees 63,900 Total Revenues: 220,050 Operating Expenses: Administration (57,680) Board of Directors {15,550) Wastewater System (75,220) Water System (79,640) Total Operating Expenses: (228,090)

Notice Of Trustee’s Sale Recording date: April 28, 2016 The following legally described trust property will be sold, pursuant to the power of sale under that certain Deed of Trust and Assignment of Rents (if applicable) dated June 13, 2014, and recorded on June 23, 2014 in Instrument Number 2014005856, Records of Gila County, Arizona, NOTICE! IF YOU BELIEVE THERE IS A DEFENSE TO THE TRUSTEE’S SALE OR IF YOU HAVE AN OBJECTION TO THE TRUSTEE’S 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 PM 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 to the Gila County courthouse, 1400 East Ash, Globe, AZ on July 29, 2016 at 11:00AM of said day: Legal: Lot 10, Russell Subdivision, According To Map No. 73, Records Of Gila County, Arizona. Except The East 261 Feet; And Except The West 226.55 Feet Thereof. The street address is purported to be: 208 E. Bonita Payson, AZ 85541 Tax Parcel Number: 304-04-212A Original Principal Balance: $ 120,000.00 Name and address of original Trustor: Mary Suzanne Malinski, a single woman 1104 S. Beeline Hwy Payson, AZ 85541 Name and address of the Beneficiary: Haven Funding of Arizona, LLC, an Arizona limited liability company 40202 N. Exploration Trail Anthem, AZ 85086 Name and address of Trustee: Western Regional Foreclosures, LLC One West Deer Valley Road Suite 103 Phoenix, AZ 85027 The bidding deposit check must be in the form of a Cashier’s Check made payable to Western Regional Foreclosures, LLC. Third party checks will not be accepted. Conveyance of the property shall be without warranty, expressed 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. Trustee’s Phone number: 623-581-3262 Sale I n f o r m a t i o n : www.westernregionalforeclosures.com Dated April 28, 2016 Western Regional Foreclosures, LLC, an Arizona limited liability company, Successor Trustee By: /s/ Susan S. Bouchard, Designated Broker Manner Of Trustee Qualification: Real Estate Broker Name of Trustee’s Regulator: Arizona Department of Real Estate State Of Arizona } } ss. County Of Maricopa } On April 28, 2016, before me, the undersigned notary public, personally appeared Susan S. Bouchard, Designated Broker, Western Regional Foreclosures, LLC personally known to me to be the person whose name is subscribed to the within

Net Income from Operations: (8,040) Other Income: 1,230 Other Expense: (12,900) Net Other Income/Expense: (11,670) Net lncome(Loss) (19,710) Add Back Non-cash Depreciation Expenses from Above 58,320 Net Cash Flow Before Capital Expenses, Contributions to Reserves, and Principle Reductions 38,610 Capital Expenses: Tank Recoating (38,000) Contributions to Reserves: Replacement/Repair Reserves (7,248) Principal Reductions on WIFA Debt: (24,200) Total Uses of Cash (69,448) Ending Cash Balances 138,555 Ending Cash Balance Budgeted as of June 30, 2017 consists of: Unrestricted Cash 86,914 Replacement/Repair Reserves 15,378 Debt Service Reserves 36,263 Total 138,555 Budget details are available at the District office No changes in Rates and Fees. See schedule effective July 1, 2015. 16182: 5/20, 5/27, 6/3, 6/10/2016; TS No. AZ07000100-16-1 APN 207-20-023D TO No. 8620608 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 January 17, 2012 and recorded on January 27, 2012 as Instrument No. 2012-000923 of official records in the Office of the 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 to the Gila County Courthouse, 1400 East Ash Street, Globe, AZ 85501 on July 29, 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: 745 N ROSE LANE, GLOBE, AZ 85501 THE SURFACE AND GROUND TO A DEPTH OF 200 FEET LYING IMMEDIATELY BENEATH THE SURFACE OF THE FOLLOWING DESCRIBED PROPERTY: THAT PART OF LOT 3, BLOCK 3 OF AMERICAN TERRACE, A

LEGAL NOTICES SUBDIVISION OF PART OF LOT 3, SECTION 26, TOWNSHIP 1 NORTH, RANGE 15 EAST, GILA AND SALT RIVER BASE AND MERIDIAN, GILA COUNTY, ARIZONA, MORE PARTICULARLY DESCRIBED AS FOLLOWS: BEGINNING AT THE NORTHWEST CORNER OF SAID LOT 3, BLOCK 3; THENCE SOUTH 17° 15` 05” WEST, ALONG THE WEST LINE OF SAID LOT 3, A DISTANCE OF 96.85 FEET TO THE TRUE POINT OF BEGINNING; THENCE SOUTH 0° 30` 20” WEST, A DISTANCE OF 73.0 FEET TO THE SOUTH LINE OF LOT 3; THENCE SOUTH 89° 36` EAST, ALONG THE SOUTH LINE OF LOT 3, A DISTANCE OF 128.16 FEET; THENCE NORTH 6° 07` 23” EAST, A DISTANCE OF 73.37 FEET; THENCE NORTH 89° 36` WEST, A DISTANCE OF 135.37 FEET TO THE POINT OF BEGINNING. APN: 207-20-023D Original Principal Balance $131,770.00 Name and Address of original Trustor DESIREE PHILPOT AND JASON PHILPOT, HUSBAND AND WIFE 745 N ROSE LANE, GLOBE, AZ 85501 Name and Address of the Beneficiary Southwest Stage Funding dba Cascade Financial Services c/o Cascade Financial Services 3345 S. Val Vista Drive, Suite 300 Gilbert, AZ 85297 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 22, 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 w w w. i n s o u r c e l o g i c . c o m FOR AUTOMATED SALES INFORMATION PLEASE CALL: In Source Logic at 702-659-7766. Order no. AZ16-000577-1, Pub Dates, 05/20/2016, 05/27/2016, 06/03/2016, 06/10/2016. 16187: 5/20, 5/24, 5/27/2016; NOTICE (for publication) ARTICLES OF ORGANIZATION HAVE BEEN FILED IN THE OFFICE OF THE ARIZONA CORPORATION COMMISSION FOR I. Name: KLAVER’S KATERING, LLC II. File No: L-2087079-6 III. The address of the known place of business is: 9627 W. Gibson Ranch Rd., Payson, AZ 85541. IV. The name and street address of the Statutory Agent is: United States Corporation Agents, Inc., 17470 N. Pacesetter Way, Scottsdale, AZ 85255. (A) Management of the limited liability company is reserved to the members. The names and addresses of each person who is a member are: Ruth H. Klaver, (x) member, 9627 W. Gibson Ranch Rd., Payson, AZ 85541; Robert Klaver, (x) member, 9627 W. Gibson Ranch Rd., Payson, AZ 85541. 16188: 5/27, 5/31/2016 NOTICE OF SALE OF MOBILE HOME NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that the following item of personal property will be sold at public sale to the highest bidder, to satisfy a landlord’s lien: Mobile Home Make: GIBRALTAR Body Style: 12 X 60 MH Model Year: 1980 VIN: 103364 Date and Time of Sale: 6/6/16 10:00:01 AM Location of Sale: Space No. 97 SANTIAGO COPPER COUNTRY MHP 5900 N.

LEGAL NOTICES MAIN STREET GLOBE, AZ 85501 Name of landlord: SANTIAGO COPPER COUNTRY MHP Amount of Claimed Lien: $3,064.00 as of June 6, 2016 The Landlord reserves the right to bid at said sale and if its bid is the highest, to purchase said mobile home. The Landlord claims a lien against this property in the amount shown above as of the date shown above, for rents and other charges which have accrued through that date under a rental agreement covering the space occupied by the mobile home. The rental agreement giving rise to this lien was entered into by the Landlord and the following parties, owners of the mobile home, as tenants: Date of Rental Agreement: April 8, 2014 Name(s) of Tenant(s): ROCHELLE JUSTEAN PEDROZA Said mobile home is located at the address shown above as the location of sale. The above described property shall be offered for sale pursuant to A.R.S. §33-1023. The proceeds from the sale will be applied to the cost of sale and to the lien, and any money that remains will be disposed of as provided in A.R.S. §33-1023. SANTIAGO COPPER COUNTRY MHP By: /s/illegible Park Manager Dated: May 17, 2016 5/27, 5/31/16 CNS-2883716# 16194: 5/27, 5/31, 6/3/2016; ARTICLES OF AMENDMENT (SHORT FORM) 1. CURRENT ENTITY NAME: Double C Contracting, LLC 2. L20664819 3. ENTITY NAME CHANGE: Bear Ridge Industries, LLC SIGNATURE: By checking the box marked “I accept” below, I acknowledge under penalty of perjury that this document together with any attachments is submitted in compliance with Arizona law. (x) I ACCEPT /s/ Elizabeth Mary Cardenas, Elizabeth Mary Cardenas; Dated: 5/5/16. This is a manager-managed LLC and I am signing individually as a manager. 16195: 5/24, 5/27, 5/31/2016; ARTICLES OF INCORPORATION FOR-PROFIT or PROFESSIONAL CORPORATION 1. ENTITY TYPE: (x) FOR-PROFIT CORPORATION. 2. ENTITY NAME: Lyman Ranches Limited; FILE NO. 2080310-0 3. PROFESSIONAL CORPORATION SERVICES: N/A. 4. CHARACTER OF BUSINESS: Beef Cattle Ranching. 5. SHARES: Common, Series: 1, Total: 1000. 6. ARIZONA KNOWN PLACE OF BUSINESS ADDRESS: 6.1 Is the Arizona known place of business address the same as the street address of the statutory agent? (Yes). 7. DIRECTORS: Jared C. Lyman, 276 E. Hashknife Arena Rd., Payson, AZ 85541; Cassandra L Lyman, 276 E. Hashknife Arena Rd., Payson, AZ 85541. 8. S TAT U TO RY AGENT: Jared C. Lyman, 276 E. Hashknife Arena Rd., Payson, AZ 85541. 9. INCORPORATORS: Jared C. Lyman, 276 E. Hashknife Arena Rd., Payson, AZ 85541; Cassandra L Lyman, 276 E. Hashknife Arena Rd., 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/ Jared C. Lyman, Jared C. Lyman, Incorporator; Dated 03/22/2016. (x) I accept; /s/ Cassandra L Lyman, Cassandra L Lyman, Incorporator; Date 03/22/2016. 16196: 5/27/2016 UNITED STATES OF AMERICA FEDERAL ENERGY REGULATORY COMMISSION Town of Payson, AZ Project No. 14776-000

LEGAL NOTICES Water Supply Line Small Conduit Hydroelectric Project would be located on the Payson Water supply line in Gila County, Arizona. g. Filed Pursuant to: Federal Power Act 16 U.S.C. §§791a - 825r h. Applicant Contact: Mr. LaRon Garrett, Payson Public Works, 303 Beeline Hwy, Payson, AZ 85541; phone (928) 474-5242, lgarrett@ci.payson.az.us i. FERC Contact: Robert Bell, (202) 502-6062, robert.bell@ferc.gov j. Status of Environmental Analysis: This application is ready for environmental analysis at this time, and the Commission is requesting comments, reply comments, recommendations, terms and conditions, and prescriptions. k. Deadline for filing responsive documents: The Commission directs, pursuant to section 4.34(b) of the Regulations (see Order No. 533, issued May 8, 1991, 56 Fed. Reg. 23,108 (May 20, 1991)) that all comments, motions to intervene, protests, recommendations, terms and conditions, and prescriptions concerning the application be filed with the Commission: 60 days from the issuance of this notice. All reply comments must be filed with the Commission: 105 days from the issuance of this notice. The Commission strongly encourages electronic filing. Please file comments, motions to intervene, and protests using the Commission’s eFiling system at http://www.ferc.gov/docs-filing/efiling.asp. Commenters can submit brief comments up to 6,000 characters, without prior registration, using the eComment system at http://www.ferc.gov/docs-filing/eco mment.asp. You must include your name and contact information at the end of your comments. For assistance, please contact FERC Online Support at FERCOnlineSupport@ferc.gov, (866) 208-3676 (toll free), or (202) 502-8659 (TTY). In lieu of electronic filing, please send a paper copy to: Secretary, Federal Energy Regulatory Commission, 888 First Street, NE, Washington, DC 20426. The first page of any filing should include docket number P-14776-000. The Commission’s Rules of Practice and Procedure require all intervenors filing documents with the Commission to serve a copy of that document on each person on the official service list for the project. Further, if an intervenor files comments or documents with the Commission relating to the merits of an issue that may affect the responsibilities of a particular resource agency, they must also serve a copy of the document on that resource agency. l. Description of the project: The proposed C.C. Cragin Raw Water Supply Line Small Conduit Hydroelectric Project would consist of: (1) a proposed powerhouse containing one proposed generating unit with an installed capacity of 200 kilowatts placed in the 18-inch-diameter water supply pipeline; and (2) appurtenant facilities. The applicant estimates the project would have an average annual generation of 1.256 gigawatt-hours. m. This filing is available for review and reproduction at the Commission in the Public Reference Room, Room 2A, 888 First Street N.E., Washington, DC

LEGAL NOTICES 20426. The filing may also be viewed on the web at http://www.ferc.gov/docs-filing/elibrary.asp using the “eLibrary” link. Enter the docket number, P-14776, in the docket number field to access the document. For assistance, call toll-free 1-866-208-3676 or e-mail FERCOnlineSupport@ferc.gov. For TTY, call (202) 502-8659. A copy is also available for review and reproduction at the address in item h above. n. Development A p p l i c a tion — Any qualified applicant desiring to file a competing application must submit to the Commission, on or before the specified deadline date for the particular application, a competing development application, or a notice of intent to file such an application. Submission of a timely notice of intent allows an interested person to file the competing development application no later than 120 days after the specified deadline date for the particular application. Applications for preliminary permits will not be accepted in response to this notice. o. Protests or Motions to Intervene — Anyone may submit a protest or a motion to intervene in accordance with the requirements of Rules of Practice and Procedure, 18 CFR 385.210, 385.211, and 385.214. In determining the appropriate action to take, the Commission will consider all protests filed, but only those who file a motion to intervene in accordance with the Commission’s Rules may become a party to the proceeding. Any protests or motions to intervene must be received on or before the specified deadline date for the particular application. p. All filings must (1) bear in all capital letters the title “PROTEST,” “MOTION TO INTERVENE,” “COMMENTS,” “REPLY C O M M E N T S , ” “RECOMMENDATIONS,” “TERMS AND CONDITIONS,” or “PRESCRIPTIONS;” (2) set forth in the heading, the name of the applicant and the project number of the application to which the filing responds; (3) furnish the name, address, and telephone number of the person protesting or intervening; and (4) otherwise comply with the requirements of 18 CFR 385.2001 through 385.2005. All comments, recommendations, terms and conditions or prescriptions must set forth their evidentiary basis and otherwise comply with the requirements of 18 CFR 4.34(b). Agencies may obtain copies of the application directly from the applicant. Any of these documents must be filed by providing the original and seven copies to: The Secretary, Federal Energy Regulatory Commission, 888 First Street N.E., Washington, D.C. 20426. An additional copy must be sent to Director, Division of Hydropower Administration and Compliance, Office of Energy Projects, Federal Energy Regulatory Commission, at the above address. A copy of any protest or motion to intervene must be served upon each representative of the applicant specified in the particular application. A copy of all other filings in reference to this application must be accompanied by proof of service on all persons listed in the service list prepared by the Commission in this proceeding, in accordance with 18 CFR 4.34(b) and 385.2010. Kimberly D. Bose, Secretary.

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NOTICE OF APPLICATION ACCEPTED FOR FILING AND SOLICITING COMMENTS, MOTIONS TO INTERVENE, PROTESTS, R E C O M M E N D AT I O N S , AND TERMS AND CONDITIONS (May 20, 2016) Take notice that the following hydroelectric application has been filed with the Commission and is available for public inspection. a. Type of Application: Conduit Exemption b. Project 14776-000 c. 2016

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Date filed: April 20,

d. Applicant: Town of Payson, AZ e. Name of Project: C.C. Cragin Raw Water Supply Line Small Conduit Hydroelectric Project f. Location: The proposed C.C. Cragin Raw

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2. Huge Multi Family Yard Sale 5155 Oak Drive and 10106 B Fossil Creek Rd. Strawberry Fri, May 27 and Sat, May 28. 8 am-2 pm Household items, including electric stove and hood, antique carnival glass, decorative items, beer and liquor mirrors, furniture, and much much more! Too much to mention here, must see! 3. COLLECTORS SALE! 6148 Hidden Pines Loop, (Pine) Fri. & Sat. May 27 & 28 from 7am to 4pm: 6ft Star Wars Metal Sculpture, Fishing Boat & Motor, IKEA Round Bed & Cupboard, Antique Chair, Chest and Game Table, Framed Art, Kachinas, Polish Pottery, Stained Glass Chandelier, Dog Door Panel for Sliding Door, Large Gourds, Beads, Quilt Materials, Ladder, CD Player, Printers. 4. 553 Mountain View Rd. (Star Valley), Fri. & Sat. May 27 & 28 from 8am to 4pm: ESTATE SALE - 100 YEARS STUFF: 6 Garages; Vintage; Furniture, Tools, Household Items, Hunting, Camping, Collectibles and So Much More! Don’t Miss Out! No Early Birds!

7. BIG MOVING SALE 602 Jungfrau Circle; Fri. Sat. & Sun. May 27, 28 & 29 starting at 8am: Furniture, Household Items, Kitchenware and So Much More! Everything MUST Go! 8. 1509 W. Cloud Nine (in Airpark) Lots of Woodworking Tools, and other Misc. Tools, High Performance Engine Parts, Heavy Duty Inflatable Fish-Hunt Boat, Jewelry, Freezer, much more. Friday only, May 27, @ 7 am 9. 510 N. Woodhill Rd. Fri. & Sat. May 27 & 28 from 7am to 2pm: Multi-Family Yard Sale: Lots of Good Stuff: Furniture, Electronics, Clothes, Household Items, Kids Stuff, Men’s Stuff, Antiques, Tile & Pedistal Sink, Home Improvements, Lots of Everything!

11. 613 W. St. Moritz Dr. Fri. & Sat. May 27 & 28 from 7am to 11am: MOVING SALE: Furniture, Shelfs, Household and Garden Items, Quilting Books, Art Work and More!

12. BIG BIG YARD SALE: 912 W. Chatham Dr. Fri. & Sat. May 27 & 28 from 7am to 4pm! 13. Fredanovich Circle’s (just off Colt Lane),

BIG, BAD BEST Neighborhood STREET SALE Fri. & Sat. May 27 & 28 from 7am to 3pm: Widgets, Gadgets, Gizmos, Thingamabobs, Tools, Furniture, Kids Stuff, Stained Glass Supplies, Appliances, Awesome Stuff! If we don’t have it; you don’t need it! And if we have it, you didn’t know how much you needed it! 14. 2501 W. Palmer Dr., Thurs. Fri. & Sat. May 26, 27 & 28 starting at 7am: Everything Priced to Sell! 15. 3997 N. Cindy Way (Pine - Randall & Cindy), Fri. & Sat. May 27 & 28 from 8am to 2pm: Lil’ Red Barn Sale: Furniture, Lawn Furniture, yard art, nick nacks, household items, purses & jewelry, A Little Bit of Everything for Everyone!

10. 6320 Barton Dr. (Pine), Fri. Sat. & Sun. May 27, 28, & 29 from 8am to 5pm: We have 2 Garages Full, Lots of Furniture, Plants, Bed, Knick Knacks and More!

16. HOLIDAY SALE

1803 W Fairway Ln Payson Sat, May 28 and Sun, May 29. 8am-1pm Lots of Christmas and holiday decorations. Furniture and household goods. 17. 1023 W. Rim View Rd. Fri. & Sat. May 27 & 28 from 8am to 4pm: Lots of Tools, Generator, Pressure Washer, a little bit of Furniture, Lots of Misc.

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Have a Safe and Happy Memorial Day Weekend! And Thank a Veteran!

5. 1015 S. Goodfellow Rd. (Payson); Fri. & Sat. May 27 & 28 from 8am to ?: Clothes, Furniture, Lots of Stuff!

6. HUGE

MEMORIAL DAY WEEKEND SALE 7390 Toya Vista, Mesa Del; Thurs. Fri. & Sat. May 26, 27, 28 & 29 from 7am to 2pm: Lots of Furniture, Patio Set, Ladders, Tools, New Queen Mattress, Box Spring, Antiques, Console Radio, Tile Saw, So Many Things! WE’LL HAVE IT ALL!

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Payson Roundup LOCAL Friday, May 27, 2016

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PCCS celebrates student artists by

Michele Nelson

roundup staff reporter

Armed with a set of stickers with three colors â&#x20AC;&#x201D; yellow, pink and green â&#x20AC;&#x201D; parents, grandparents, students and teachers of Payson Community Christian School wandered past three different class groupings of art projects to vote on their favorite. Art instructor Margot Tan has spent the last year wandering through the different epochs of art with her older students, while exposing her youngest students to the various methods of producing art and the study of color theory. â&#x20AC;&#x153;These are all projects we have done for each year of class,â&#x20AC;? said Tan of the variations of art on the walls. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Each student has a portfolio.â&#x20AC;? From those portfolios, Tan and the students picked what they felt was the best piece of art. They then put them up in the auditorium and had an art show. The school divided up the art projects into three sections with pre-school students through second-graders, third-graders through fifth-graders and middle school students with the high school students. Tan, a soft-spoken auburn haired lady, has taught at PCCS

for three years. She said some students have come to the school with absolutely no art background. Looking at the pieces of art tastefully hung on a wire with small clips, it was difficult to believe these students didnâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t have an inner artist in them. Pictures based on famous artistsâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; techniques and subjects filled the walls next to anime and fantasy characters made by high school seniors who will study design in Japan next year. Tan plans on adding other, more three-dimensional art techniques to her studentsâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; repertoire. â&#x20AC;&#x153;I am bringing in more sculpture beyond play dough â&#x20AC;&#x201D; wood sculpture and paper sculpture,â&#x20AC;? she said. As one example, in order for her students to experience art in 3-D, she had them make a replica of the neoclassical architecturally designed Lincoln Memorial. Next, she plans on painting murals based on what the students studied this year. Administrator David Callahan had only praise for the program, teacher and students. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Mrs. Tan has put so many hours into our art program,â&#x20AC;? he said, â&#x20AC;&#x153;It gives our students a chance to switch their brains and get creative.â&#x20AC;?

Payson Community Christian School Art Show Winners Pre-school through Second Grade 1st: Jennalea Miller, 2nd grade 2nd: Christian Ryan, 2nd grade 3rd: Donichi Conti, 2nd grade and Gavin Handy, 1st grade Third through Fifth Grade 1st: Darren Miller, 5th grade 2nd: Mya Lopez, 3rd grade 3rd: Emma Caraveo, 3rd grade and Joanie Smith, 4th grade Sixth through Eighth Grade 1st: Kat Snyder, 8th grade High School 1st: Hayden Mathews, 11th grade 2nd: Jack Cordaro, 11th grade 3rd: Rachel Sutton, 10th grade

GCC offers general education classes in Summer of 2016 Gila Community College is now registering students for summertime English and Math classes, not to mention fall semester classes. Written Communications I emphasizes clear and effective writing and critical reading. Written Communications II continues development of skills and concepts taught in ENG 101 and emphasizes research and critical reading and writing. ENG 101 and ENG 102 are both on-line courses. Elementary Algebra class is an introduction to Algebra. Topics include signed numbers, expressions, linear equations and inequalities, exponents, polynomials, factoring and systems of equations. MAT 077, Elementary Algebra, meets Monday and Thursday from 1-4:50 p.m. Intermediate Algebra is a continuation of Elementary Algebra. Topics include functions, quadratics, inequalities, radicals, conic sections, exponentials, and logarithms. MAT 120, Intermediate Algebra, meets Monday through Thursday from 3-4:50 p.m. Summer semester dates are May 23 through July 15, 2016. Registration is ongoing now. For students 55 and older, tuition is waived. The campus is located at 201 N. Mud Springs Rd. For more information, call 928-468-8039.

Mart and Flores named Gila County Teachers of the Year Gila County School Superintendent Linda Oâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;Dell is happy to announce that Erika Flores of Globe and Kevin Mart of Young have been selected as the 2016 Gila County Teachers of the Year. This yearâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s panel of judges carefully reviewed all nominations before interviewing the top five finalists and selecting two winners, Flores representing an elementary school and Mart representing a middle and high school. Flores has been teaching in the Globe Unified School District for four years, starting at High Desert Middle School as a 6th grade language arts teacher and later transferring to Copper Rim, where she currently teaches first grade. Flores is a strong believer that, â&#x20AC;&#x153;Teaching is not just about academics.â&#x20AC;? According to Flores, â&#x20AC;&#x153;Teaching should include personal growth, helping students become their own person, and guiding them in the direction to become a contributing member of society. There is no substitution for showing genuine interest in each child.â&#x20AC;? Mart is the science teacher at Young Public School for grades three to 12, teaching general science, biology, physical science, physics, and earth science. â&#x20AC;&#x153;It is my belief that my unwavering

excitement for science is the contagion that permeates the classroom. By reaching and engaging all of my students in the process of learning, somehow science becomes a part of their lives; it becomes a real understanding and awareness. It is this bringing science alive in the minds of students that I feel is my greatest contribution and accomplishment, because it promotes curiosity and the desire to seek more knowledge, to discern and analyze, classify, qualify, quantify and interpret the world around them.â&#x20AC;? In addition to their passionate commitment to the teaching profession, both Flores and Mart sponsor extra-curricular activities for students and are actively involved in a variety of community events and organizations. Superintendent Oâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;Dell would also like to congratulate the top finalists for 2016: Claudia Bertoldo of the Miami Jr./Sr. High School Preschool Program, Barbara Warren of Tonto Basin Elementary School, and Brian Young of Payson High School. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Your service does not go unnoticed,â&#x20AC;? she said. Finally, Dr. Oâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;Dell would like to thank everyone who nominated a Gila County teacher for this award which serves to honor the hard work and dedication of our communitiesâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; educators.

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& 30 Other Cos. Art instructor Margot Tan with some of her students at Payson Community Christian Schoolâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s recent art show.

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