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Fire trucks converged on a Star Valley house fire last week. One reason dispatchers sent so many engines is that Rim Country fire departments have mostly resorted to one- and two-man crews, which means you need several engines to have enough manpower for a house fire.

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The Gila County Sheriff’s Office had a busy weekend — brush fires, rescues, an animal attack, and a hit and run.

On Saturday, July 9, deputies responded to three campfires, one on Forest Service Road 1190, one at Haigler Canyon Campground and another at the Shoofly Village Ruins off of Houston Mesa Road.

Payson had a much quieter weekend, with no major incidents as of press time.

However, a house fire in Star Valley last week exposed the dangerous understaffing for the region’s fire trucks that have become routine.

In addition, last week Payson reported an accident in the Bashas’ parking lot in which a customer in the parking lot backed over a pedestrian, fracturing her leg badly enough that she was flown to the Valley in a medical helicopter with non-life-threatening injuries, according to Payson police.

But over the weekend, the GCSO had most of the action, according to the police log. The sheriff’s office did not return calls at press time seeking additional details on the incidents.

Officers responded to three different reports of gunshots. The Tonto National Forest is still under fire restrictions. Campfires and shooting are prohibited, so police investigated

any shooting reports.

In addition, sheriff’s deputies helped with a search and rescue effort off of Salome Trailhead off of Highway 288. Search and rescue officials did not return calls seeking comment by press time.

On Sunday, July 10, the GCSO showed up at the Payson Urgent Care to take a report on an animal attack that happened on Patriot Drive. The report did not indicate what sort of animal was involved.

Out on Forest Road 417, GCSO deputies checked out some illegal dumping of trash.

Later on in the day, an officer went down to the Windy Hill area around Roosevelt Lake to help out a boater needing assistance.

Someone abandoned a campfire on Forest Road 1569. GCSO deputies responded to a call to help out.

Later in the day, deputies went out to Toya Vista Road and Barranca to deal with another campfire.

A brush fire erupted off of Highway 188. Sheriff officers responded to the call for help.

Payson Fire Chief Dave Staub said Payson dispatched a water tanker with a crew to help fight the fire, which crews apparently contained quickly.

An officer helped a hit and run victim in Christopher Creek.

All told, the GCSO received 57 calls, 28 calls on the 911 line, made

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Dispatchers with the Gila County Sheriff’s Office are already training with their Town of Payson counterparts to create a centralized communication system for the area’s law enforcement and emergency personnel.

The dispatch staff and supervisor working out of the GCSO substation in Payson will be employees of the Payson Police Department, according to Gila County Sheriff Adam Shepherd.

The Gila County Board of Supervisors approved an intergovernmental agreement with Payson.

The Payson Town Council heard the matter at its July 7 meeting; its decision was made after press time.

The county will pay $279,000 to Payson for 12 months, with the option to renew the IGA for two, one-year periods.

The agreement calls for: 24-hour, daily dispatching, telephone answering, 911 dispatch services and paging services through the town’s two-way radio communication dispatch center

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Motorized vehicle use on some of the most popular trails in Rim Country will be against the law if the Tonto National Forest supervisor adopts the proposed Travel Management Plan in about 120 days.

The changes could take effect as soon as mid-October, although it’s expected to take several months for the Forest Service to develop free motorized use maps and a cellphone app for the public. Other issues could delay the implementation until some time in 2017.

The proposed plan would ban motorized use of the Boulders Loop Trail, Cypress Trail and Monument Peak Trail. Those are all part of the Payson Area Trails System (PATS).

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A Forest Service proposal would make key portions of the Payson Area Trails System non-motorized.

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three arrests and booked seven into the Globe jail.

Meanwhile, last week’s house fire in Star Valley drew fire trucks and crews from almost every fire department in the region, including

• See Fire departments, page 2

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Northern Gila County residents dependent on the Affordable Care Act for medical care will likely find themselves with a single choice of insurance — and problems in finding needed specialists.

Insurance plans will mostly continue to take Medicare and the Arizona Health Care Cost Containment System (AHCCCS/Medicaid) patients, but people relying on the federally sponsored exchanges have

found their options for coverage rapidly drying up.

This year, United Healthcare, Healthnet and Health Choice have filed to abandon the Arizona Marketplace in 2017.

Local health insurance agent Tom Russell said next year, he thinks only Blue Cross will offer coverage for Gila County residents.

But even that company has struggled under the ACA. “Blue Cross of Arizona has lost $185

and log all communication.

The dispatch services include law enforcement information from the NCIC/ACJIS (the FBI’s National Crime Information Center and the Arizona Criminal Justice Information System) and law enforcement information for the enforcement of the county’s civil and criminal law and ordinance code.

Shepherd said the county and the town have ended up competing for employees by running separate dispatch operations.

“Combining resources is one of the best options,” Shepherd said.

District 1 Supervisor Tommie Martin hailed the move, which the county has discussed for years.

“It will be a great help to emergency responders to have everyone on the same page,” said District 3 Supervisor John Marcanti.

At the end of June, the Arizona Department of Education released state level results of the AzMERIT test.

The state won’t release school and student results until August.

The AzMERIT test replaced the AIMS test. Like the AIMS test, students take the standardized test in third, fourth, fifth, sixth, seventh, eighth and 10th years of their K-12 education.

The Arizona Legislature has made passing this standardized test a graduation requirement.

The test has been designed to determine if students learned the standards set by the state.

The state rolled out the AzMERIT test during the 2014-15 school year.

That first year, 67 percent of Arizona students failed the test.

This year, roughly 60 percent failed.

As students advance through the grades, they have more and more trouble acquiring even minimal proficiency in mathematics, according to the latest results.

In English, students in six out of the nine grades showed minimal proficiency. In eight out of the nine grades, a majority of students ranked as at least minimally proficient.

Payson Unified School District Superintendent Greg Wyman agreed scores showed only a slight improvement from last year. However, he said the new online testing format will take a little while for students to figure out.

“As with any new exam, there is a period of adjustment and I would anticipate scores increasing over time as districts, schools and students make adjustments to the new standards and testing format,” he said.

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Take a break on the way to Cottonwood, Sedona or Jerome at the Clear Creek Vineyard and Winery off of Highway 260 before Camp Verde.

The tasting room opened just seven months ago between the Clear Creek bridge and the Verde River bridge.

With less than 20 acres, Ignacio Mesa grows an astonishing 10 varieties of grapes giving him plenty to work with when blending his different wines.

His Gran Rojas (2009) blends four reds, Cabernet Sauvignon, Cabernet Franc, Merlot and Malbec to create a robust wine deeper in flavor than a Cabernet Sauvignon.

He has four other reds and red blends sure to please.

He has two whites, Gran Blancas (2014) and Tres Blancas Finas Forte (2013).

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Tres Blancas has a sweet finish perfect to quench the thirst on a hot day.

Mesa deliberately purchased the piece of property he did because of the limestone in the area. It gives each of his wines a dry flavor that just tastes like Arizona.

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Mesa fell in love with grape growing and wine making in his early 20s, but knew he had to “get a real job” before he could afford his dream of owning a winery and making wines.

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Fire departments shorthanded From page 1 Hellsgate, Payson, PineStrawberry, Christopher Kohl’s, Whispering Pines and others.

The fire commanders had to keep calling for more trucks to get enough firefighters to battle the blaze safely and effectively.

That’s mostly because most fire trucks in Rim Country these days carry two-man crews, not enough to handle all the tasks involved in deploying the firefighting abilities of a single truck.

Out of the 28 firefighters

ultimately assembled to fight the Star Valley fire last week, only one Payson truck arrived with a three-man crew, according to Chief Staub.

“It takes a lot of firefighters to fight a fire,” said Staub. “The vehicles are delivery devices for that purpose — in addition, it took a lot of water — because there are no hydrants on that street. At one point, we had 28 firefighters — that’s pretty much what we’ve got in Rim Country. It takes a lot of resources to put out a fire.”

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Before the recession, Payson often had four-man crews. But the addition of a third fire station and the impact of the recession has resulted in cutbacks. Payson now often has only two firefighters on a truck — sometimes three, but almost never four.

Studies show that not only can four-man crews put out a fire more quickly, they also result in fewer injuries for firefighters.

“We had six or seven engines, four water tenders, a utility truck and four command officers, but only one engine had a three-man crew,” said Staub of the Star Valley fire, which was actually under the command of Hellsgate.

“We kept pulling resources until we had enough people.

Unfortunately, all of us are still running really lean. It takes a lot of equipment to get the manpower you need on a fire.”

Many of the trucks had a single crew member — most had two.

Fire departments throughout the state pleaded this year with the Legislature to allow voters to lift the property tax limit that has constrained the budgets of most of the fire departments in Rim Country.

However, the Legislature refused to bring the measure to a vote.

“All of us would at least like to get back to three (firefighters on a truck) — obviously we’d like to have four. Where Payson is concerned, it is driven by tax dollars and revenue.

For fire districts, the economic downturn and then the cap put on property tax assessments right at the bottom of the economy means it will take a long time to dig out of that.”

Fortunately, Payson’s recent assumption of operations of the Houston Mesa Fire Department will allow Payson to revive its reserve firefighter program. The reserves will provide backup manpower in an emergency.

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Some 44,000 ACA policyholders in these two metro counties will have to change plans.”

Forcing people to accept one insurance plan defeats the intent of the ACA, which was based on the assumption consumers would benefit if health plans competed for their business. Moreover, the plan sought to convince young, healthy people to get coverage, in part by imposing fines on those who don’t.

The ACA also required the health plans to provide coverage regardless of pre-existing conditions and allowed young adults to stay on their parents’ plan longer. The exchange was supposed to offer choices with a range of prices to help customers keep health care costs reasonable.

Patients cost more However, many healthy young people opted to take their chances and pay the fine. That may account for the findings that people insured through the exchanges generally cost insurers significantly more than people who get insurance through an employer.

Russell said that if someone wishes to purchase insurance off the exchange, he can probably not find an alternative plan that would satisfy government mandates.

“Some people will look for options and see short term plans that never cover pre-existing conditions, have health questions to qualify, and would not be an ACA qualified plan — thus a tax penalty,” said Russell. “To avoid the 2.5 percent tax penalty on total household Modified Adjusted Gross Income, a plan must be ‘qualified.’”

More insurance troubles This new hit to ACA exchange users comes on top of struggles Rim Country residents have already faced with the insurance companies.

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Medical Catch-22 Susan (not her real name), a low-income, higher-aged individual discovered she could qualify for eight different plans on the exchange.

She chose a plan at the silver level.

“I waited until the very last minute,” said Susan. “I made sure my primary care physician was covered and our local hospital was covered. I called the insurance company. I checked on the website to verify which plan had coverage. So that is who I signed up with.”

In March, she called her primary care doc to get a prescription renewed.

That is when she learned the bad news.

“They told me, ‘Oh, by the way, we don’t take this insurance,’” said Susan.

Disappointed she had to find a new primary care doctor, she assumed the hospital would still take her insurance. Still, she called to make sure.

She was shocked to discovered that Banner had also dropped her ACA exchange insurance — after she had signed up.

Then — she broke her foot.

Her new doctor told her she needed X-rays. The only place in Payson that does X-rays is Banner.

She couldn’t get them to take an X-ray of her foot.

Afraid she might get a bone infection from a possible compound fracture, she called her insurance plan. She discovered she would have to go to Phoenix for an X-ray. But since she’d broken her right foot, she couldn’t drive.

So the insurance she’d paid for proved nearly worthless when she most needed the help.

“It’s worthless in this town,” she said. “I know this person who chooses not to buy insurance. This person goes to the Christian clinic.”

Payson Christian Clinic serves the uninsured. But Susan has insurance, so they would not take her, she said.

Unfortunately, she also couldn’t qualify for AHCCCS due to her income.

“I’m just a few hundred dollars over the AHCCCS limit,” she said.

Unable to pay the high cost for an X-ray locally or drive to the Valley, Susan hobbled through her job as a store clerk with her foot wrapped in an Ace bandage.

Luckily for her, the foot healed.

Next year, Susan faces the insurance gauntlet again, with fewer choices.

28 million get insurance An estimated 16 million Americans have obtained coverage through the Affordable Care Act. Many of those received subsidies to lower the cost of the insurance. Another 12 million or so got coverage through the expansion of Medicaid programs included as part of the ACA. The act brought some benefits for everyone with insurance, including coverage of pre-existing conditions, a limit on overhead and administrative costs, elimination of time limits on care for people with chronic conditions, mandated coverage for preventive care and birth control and savings stemming from lower negotiated prices for prescription drugs.

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Wohlforth said many voters have told her the current recorder’s office lacks customer service skills.

“They would go into the office (hoping) there would be an easy processing, but walk out disappointed,” she said.

Wohlforth said her philosophy is that once an official is elected, she works for the people and customer service lies at the heart of that.

Another incident sealed Wohlforth’s interest in running for the recorder’s position. After four years of voting in Globe, she received a final notice regarding her registration.

“I got this letter saying they sent a first notice to this address on file and it was returned to them as undeliverable,” she said.

The notice told her that if she did not comply, by re-registering in 35 days, she would be removed from the general voters list.

“So I went to the county recorder’s office with this letter and I said, ‘Can I verify what records you have on file?’ They said the same records where you got your final notice.”

She told them she had never received her first notice.

Wohlforth assumes some problem with the database prevented her from receiving the notice.

“And here’s the kicker, I’m the one running for this office,” she told the recorder office staff.

They couldn’t figure out where her information had gone.

That incident convinced her the database needs to be investigated.

But learning deceased voters still showed up on the active list pushed her over the edge.

“They don’t have any information from the vital statistics, they don’t get that information so they can’t react,” said Wohlforth, “... in this day and age, I find it hard to believe there can’t be a database fee or something (like) here’s a list of all the death certificates issued this week so the recorder’s office can act upon it,” she said. “If elected, I can look into that and I’m sure there’s a fix for that.”

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Globe business owner Monica Wohlforth hopes to unseat the Gila County recorder. saying the office offers poor customer service and struggles with an outmoded database. for about 25 years in the insurance and financial planning world retitling documents, mortgage fees, opening up IRA accounts and investment accounts.

“My passion is paperwork,” she said. “Yes, I’m one of those ... making sure everything is

processed correctly.”

But she also loves working with people. Wohlforth and her husband have opened Barnard’s Coffee Shop in Globe for their second career.

“And having that direct oneon-one contact with people, that is my passion, too,” she said.

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With the Gila County Sheriff’s Office moving its dispatch center to the Payson Police Department, the Tonto Apache Tribe is switching services.

The tribe had contracted with the sheriff’s office for dispatch services, but now

that the sheriff’s office dispatch center has been consolidated with the town, the tribe is moving to the Payson Police Department.

On Thursday, Payson Town Council was set to vote on a resolution that provides dispatch services to the Tonto Apache Tribe.

The tribe will pay the town $5,000 per officer for dispatch services.

Currently, the tribe has eight officers.

That means the tribe will pay the town $40,000. If the tribe had any reserve officers, they would pay the town $1,200 per reserve.

Mary Schlosser, Tonto Apache Police chief, said residents should not see any change in service.

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Due to significant and widespread rain, the entire Coconino National Forest and the Williams and Tusayan ranger districts of the Kaibab National Forest in northern Arizona lifted campfire and smoking restrictions last week.

The North Kaibab Ranger District of the Kaibab National Forest will remain in fire restrictions until more widespread precipitation is received.

Forest managers typically lift fire restrictions when at least a half inch of precipitation has been received over more than two-thirds of the forests. To date, many areas of both forests have received much more than that amount of rain.

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and the availability of many firefighting resources, jointly we are comfortable that it is the appropriate time to lift fire restrictions for the Coconino and for the southern two districts of the Kaibab,” said Art Gonzales, fire staff officer for the Kaibab National Forest. “Fire restrictions are a great tool for us in preventing unwanted, human-caused fires, and we’d like to thank our visitors for their vigilance in being cautious with potential ignition sources while recreating in the forests.”

Because the North Kaibab Ranger District of the Kaibab National Forest has not received the widespread precipitation necessary to lift fire restrictions, campfire and smoking restrictions will remain in effect. These restrictions prohibit the fol-

lowing: 1. Building, maintaining, attending or using a fire, campfire, charcoal, coal or wood stove, except within a developed recreation site.

2. Smoking, except within an enclosed vehicle, building or a developed recreation site.

Using a device that is solely fueled by liquid petroleum or LPG fuels that can be turned on and off is allowed in areas that are clear of flammable materials.

The Coconino and Kaibab forests initially implemented campfire and smoking restrictions on June 15, along with the Prescott and Apache-Sitgreaves forests, in order to protect public health and reduce preventable, human-caused wildfires.

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9 a.m. to 4 p.m., Saturday, July 23 Gila Community College, 201 N. Mud Springs Road This event promotes literacy and showcases local and Arizona authors of fiction and non-fiction. Meet 80 authors; enjoy book signings and presentations.

Kids can meet “Story Monster” and enjoy story time.

Food from local vendors on site. Free entertainment and door prizes.

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Gail Gorry is running in the Republican primary against Roy Sandoval for the post of Gila County superintendent of schools. No one is running in the Democratic primary, so the race will be decided in August. Gorry is a longtime teacher and principal and currently works in the county schools office.

Gorry: Empower teachers Seeks election as Gila County superintendent of schools by

Michele Nelson

roundup staff reporter

For Gail Gorry, the August primary will make it or break it for her in the Gila County school superintendent’s race.

She’s up against her only competitor, Roy Sandoval in the Republican primary. Once one or the other candidate receives the most votes, they will be sworn into office in August.

So, she took her message to the Payson Tea Party meeting on Tuesday, July 5, to explain what she hopes to do for the schools, teachers and students of Gila County.

She has a three-pronged agenda: • Empower teachers • Engage students • Improve literacy Gorry knows about teaching. She spent years in the classroom starting when she taught on the Navajo Reservation before moving to Payson.

She knows it’s critical to help teachers learn skills to build a relationship with their students.

“Teachers are the ones we need to train,” she said. “Some of them come ready to go right out of college. Others don’t have the skills. If you don’t build a relationship with a student everything goes over their head.”

As an example of how the county superintendent’s office has improved students’ learning, Gorry told the story of receiving a grant to train teachers on new skills to teach math and science.

She said the results exceeded expectations.

“We blew the top off,” said Gorry. “Their (students’) scores grew by 37 percent to 84 percent of their knowledge of those areas. The teachers had 100 percent improvement in learning a better way to teach science .... Those are the exciting things I want to continue.”

But Gorry made it clear her passion is literacy.

She said the challenge to literacy in her experience is poverty.

“It impacts their family structure,” she said.

“It impacts how many jobs it takes to keep that household afloat.”

The consequences of poverty, Gorry said, are that the parents do not have the time to spend with the children to prepare them for school.

For literacy means more than just recognizing words on a page. Literacy includes the vocabulary children have absorbed before coming into school. It includes the curiosity children have to learn.

While Gorry recognizes that the county superintendent’s office cannot solve poverty, she knows that the office can give teachers the tools they need to adequately address children in need because of poverty or illness or special needs.

“We have to meet them in different ways,” she said.

After her presentation, members of the audience had a chance to ask Gorry questions.

She answered concerns from why don’t the kids nowadays know anything — to social promotion — to the lackluster method modern schools use to teach.

Gorry reminded everyone that the nation has a teacher shortage and by supporting teachers through training them to do a better job, students would benefit.

She also reminded the audience that there are many successful students, such as her two sons, both of whom went through the Payson school system and both of whom graduated from college.

Both are now teaching at universities.

“Not all kids are coming up and missing things,” she said.

When she addressed social promotion, Gorry said that the research shows it’s a 50-50 chance that either promoting or having that child repeat a grade will improve their success in school.

“When I was a principal I asked, ‘If we don’t promote, what are we going to do differently?’ she said. “If I was absent half of the year — what is going to change? Is my attendance going to change? Or is it going to be the same thing again?

Am I going to get the skills I need to catch up?”

She said if the answer didn’t include a plan to do something different, there wasn’t much hope the result would change.

As for the not engaging students with a more high-powered exciting way to teach, Gorry said she hopes to give the teachers more tools to engage students.

In the end, Gorry said it takes dedicated people to help out, volunteer and support students, teachers and schools to make successfully educated students.

“If we’re going to end students graduating and not being able to read or believing the U.S. is facing the wrong way, we need to be involved,” she said.

Gorry hopes the voters will give her the chance to support the Gila County schools to produce more successful students.

Because as Gorry said, “I don’t want them to fail, they will take care of me.”

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Good job Payson, Houston Mesa

• July 12, 1933: The first three-wheeled, multi-directional Dymaxion car designed by Buckminster Fuller is manufactured in Connecticut. It had a steel chassis and a body made of ash wood, covered with an aluminum skin and topped with a painted canvas roof.

• July 11, 1945: The Soviet Union promises to hand over power to British and U.S. forces in West Berlin. Although the division of Berlin into zones of occupation was seen as temporary, the dividing lines quickly became permanent.

• July 13, 1955: Nightclub owner Ruth Ellis is convicted of murdering her boyfriend, playboy race-car driver David Blakely. Ellis was later executed by hanging, becoming the last woman in Great Britain to be put to death.

The Houston Mesa Fire District board and the Payson Town Council deserve a big round of applause from everyone who cares about Rim Country.

The Houston Mesa board put ego and turf-protection to the side and signed a deal to effectively allow the Payson Fire Department to operate its until-now mostly volunteer fire department. The fire district will turn over to Payson the roughly $80,000 per year it collects in property taxes and Payson will respond to medical and fire calls in the small, unincorporated community of Mesa del Caballo.

In a wonderful additional benefit, the dozen or so volunteer firefighters who have provided tremendous service to the community for years will become the core of the revived Payson Fire Department reserves. Hopefully, this infusion of experienced reserves will provide Payson with new options to bolster manpower in an emergency, cover vacation shifts and take advantage of the backup volunteers offer.

On the other side of the equation — the Payson council readily agreed to help a neighboring community improve public safety — both when it comes to saving heart attack victims and preventing house fires from spreading first to other houses — and then out into the forest.

The agreement represents a win-win solution, providing better protection for Mesa del. It also reduces the chance a wildfire sparked by a house fire will threaten Payson and every other community in Rim Country.

Already, Payson has cut response times by a full minute, since the town maintains trucks manned by professional, fulltime firefighters around the clock — allowing them to cover the distance to Mesa del faster than the volunteer department can assemble the full crews it needs.

The new contract with Mesa del Caballo mirrors the agreement with East Verde Estates, where the fire district board also contracts with Payson for protection with money generated by a local property tax levy.

The agreement between Houston Mesa and Payson provides just the kind of thinking we need in Rim Country to protect both the lives of the public and the pocketbooks of the taxpayers.

We hope some of the other struggling fire districts in the region will follow suit.

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Trout Unlimited cheers House approval of bill to help fund abandoned mine cleanup Editor’s note: Recently, Congress approved HR 384 sponsored by Rep. Jody Hice of Georgia and Rep. Alan Lowenthal of California to help facilitate clean­ up of abandoned mine lands (AML) and orphaned oil and gas well sites on fed­ erally managed lands. We’re printing the following commentary from Trout Unlimited, whose local chapter has taken a lead in protecting and cleaning up the East Verde and other Rim Country streams. Rim Country has a host of aban­ doned mine sites that could benefit from the bill, including tailings from a ura­ nium mine that have polluted Workman Creek in the Sierra Anchas.

A dose of bad news for schools

by

Steve Moyer

trout unlimited vice president of government relations

We applaud the leadership of Representatives Hice and Lowenthal, and Chairman Lamborn, for working to find legislative solutions to increase the pace and scale of cleanup at abandoned mines across the nation. HR 3844 is a positive step.

Trout Unlimited’s mission is to conserve, protect and restore North America’s trout and salmon fisheries and the watersheds they depend on.

In pursuit of this mission, TU has worked to restore streams and rivers damaged by pollution from abandoned mines from the Appalachian coal fields in Pennsylvania to the hardrock mining areas of the Rocky Mountain states.

The 3-million-gallon spill of polluted water from the Gold King Mine near Silverton, Colo., in August 2015, drew national attention. Less well-known are the thousands of similar, smaller-scale abandoned mines that pollute our rivers and streams every day.

Oh drat.

Looks like we’re in for another dose of bad news.

The state recently released statewide averages for the 2016 AzMERIT test.

The good news: Students did a little better this year than last.

The bad news: They still did awful.

In math, only about 46 percent of third-graders passed the test, which means they’d mastered the minimum skills they’ll need to succeed. Unfortunately, the news gets steadily worse from there. By the time they get to eighth grade, only 26 percent passed the test. The results remain bleak as they advance through algebra, geometry and algebra II. The kids did a little better in English, but not much. In third grade, 41 percent passed. In eighth grade, 34 percent passed.

Now, we don’t know how Payson kids will fare compared to the state average. Last year, they scored pretty close in most categories. We’ll find out sometime in August.

In the meantime, take the test with a grain of salt, or pepper or something that satisfies your taste for skepticism.

It’s still a new test — which means the curriculum has only recently been mucked about to fit the test. Neither kids nor teachers have gotten used to all the changes. That’s why the state still isn’t using the results to assign a letter grade to the schools. That’s a good thing — since the AzMERIT test remains a work in progress — along with the national standards they’re intended to reflect. The results suggest that perhaps we can’t remain the worst-funded school system in the country and expect to compete with students nationally.

So, do pay attention to the test. But don’t make it the sole criteria for judging the schools — or your kids, for that matter.

We do need standards — and it’s nice to have a national benchmark. Parents should have a chance to see how their kids measure up to students across the nation. Schools should hold themselves accountable in meeting the same standard.

But a good education requires a lot more than the fundamentals in math and English. That’s why the district has to protect its music, art and vocational programs. That’s why we need to track graduation rates, college completion rates, and dropout rates. That’s why programs like GEAR UP serve such a vital function — and why we should insist the schools offer programs that cater to the needs of every student.

Still, the scores ain’t good.

We clearly have work to do.

And that covers everyone from the lawmakers providing funding, to the administrators providing support for classroom teachers, to parents making sure the homework gets done — and to the students, who must in the end take responsibility for their own futures.

The lesson from Gold King is that we need a much greater sense of urgency about addressing the problem of pollution from abandoned mines all over the nation.

Abandoned hardrock mines affect 40 percent of headwaters in the western United States. The lack of dedicated funding sources and burdensome liability risk for wouldbe Good Samaritans stalls efforts to clean up these abandoned mine sites.

In the East, pollution from abandoned coal mines continues to damage over 10,000 miles of streams in Pennsylvania and West Virginia alone. In this country, coal companies pay a fee for coal production. A portion of those revenues support the Abandoned Mine Land Fund (AML Fund). Since 1977, more than $8 billion has been put to good use cleaning up and making safe abandoned coal mines. Unfortunately, no similar fund exists to clean up the legacy of hardrock mining, particularly in the western United States.

We know how to clean up abandoned mines. In Pennsylvania, aided by state-based Good Samaritan policy, Trout Unlimited is working with state agencies, watershed groups and other partners to conduct more than 250 abandoned coal mine pollution cleanup projects.

We could do more of these cleanups. We need two things to get the job done: First, as is the case with coal, a dedicated funding source is needed for cleaning up abandoned hardrock mines. HR 3844 takes a useful step toward increasing the amount of funds available for this work.

Second, local communities, private interests, and groups such as TU need protection from the liability associated with cleaning up abandoned mines. HR 3843, a bill introduced alongside HR 3844 and approved by the committee in the same hearing, would help

to provide such protection.

We urge the House to pass HR 3843, the “Locatable Minerals Claim Location and Maintenance Fees Act of 2015,” as soon as possible.

Finally, Congress needs to address the larger funding issue associated with abandoned mine cleanup. Passage of HR 3844 does not eliminate the need for Congress to find an analog for western hardrock mining similar in size and scope to the coal AML program.

Also, the AML Fund is the lifeblood of funding for abandoned coal mining restoration work in the coal field regions of America, especially in the East. Trout Unlimited, state officials and other stakeholders urge Congress to get started on the task of reauthorizing the AML Fund now to ensure a smooth reauthorization is achieved by 2021.

Trout Unlimited stands ready to work with lawmakers to enact HR 3844 and to advance additional solutions that are necessary to fight the abandoned mine problem — including passage of Good Sam legislation such as HR 3843, and establishment of increased, stable funding sources. These steps would give affected communities around the country the tools to clean up their polluted waters and have clean, fishable waters.

ing lot parade you can wait a long time until the parking lot is empty.

When driving north on the Beeline it is frequently difficult to turn west at the roundabout onto Airport. This is particularly true when there are 16-wheel trucks or large RVs towing cars in the roundabout. These vehicles frequently require both lanes to successfully navigate the intersection. And, many of our visitors drive like this is the first roundabout they have ever seen.

Recently I almost had a head-on collision in the roundabout on Manzanita. A car had entered the roundabout going in the wrong direction. I swerved and the car stopped next to me. The driver yelled at me about old women drivers. After he ran out of breath, I informed him that he was driving in the wrong direction. He said, “Listen young lady I have been driving since you were in diapers and I know you use the left hand lane to make a left turn!” I was pleased to be promoted from old woman to young lady, but as he drove toward the roundabout on Malibu I said a little prayer for the people he

might encounter there.

As a matter of fact the one good thing I have to say about roundabouts is they do bring me closer to God as I pray the big vehicle speeding around the circle will not squash me and thank the Lord when I exit safely.

Susan Bobek

Trout Unlimited is the nation’s old­ est and largest coldwater fisheries con­ servation organization, boasting more than 155,000 members from coast to coast. TU works to protect and restore trout and salmon populations and their habitat so future generations can fish for trout and salmon in their home waters. Follow Trout Unlimited on Face­ book and Twitter, and on the TU blog.

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Not another roundabout Editor: Before we construct a roundabout at Longhorn and McLane it would seem to be important to review the statistics related to the incidences of accidence at that intersection, particularly as they relate to the involvement of high school students and high school activities.

Instead of spending money on a new roundabout, perhaps we should consider spending money on repairing existing roadways. It may be a better idea to encourage young people to stop and take turns than to drive around in circles. If our young people cannot handle all the lanes at that intersection we sure don’t want them anywhere near Longhorn and the Beeline and they definitely should never drive in the Valley.

One thing I have noted about roundabouts located near parking lots is that people coming out of parking lots tend to tailgate drive hood to trunk into and through the roundabout. If you are not in that park-

worthnoting “... We will have to repent in this generation not merely for the vitriolic words and actions of the bad people, but for the appalling silence of the good people. We must come to see that human progress never rolls in on wheels of inevitability. It comes through the tireless efforts and persistent work of men willing to be co-workers with God, and without this hard work, time itself becomes an ally of the forces of social stagnation ... Now is the time to lift our national policy from the quicksand of racial injustice to the solid rock of human dignity.”

— Martin Luther King, Jr.

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WEATHERREPORT Forecast by the National Weather Service

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Weather courtesy of Bruce Rasch, weather.astro50.com

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The Tonto National Forest’s Travel Management Plan would not only ban cross-country off-road travel for vehicles, it would bar motorized vehicles from key portions of the Payson Area Trails System. Groups working to develop a system of mountain bike trails in the area say the decision could help boost mountain bike use — and tourism.

Vehicle ban likely on key Payson trails From page 1 Rim Country Mountain Biking Association, said his group realizes the Travel Management Plan is still in the works, so they are waiting before they make any decisions.

He said, RCMBA just hopes everyone can enjoy the forest.

“We want to be able to have trails for biking and hiking and separate motorized trails where we can all use the forest alongside each other and have respect for each other’s trails,” said Bonnette.

Finding that respect includes educating people on both the motorized and

Two cars hit elk Westbound State Route 260 was blocked Wednesday night after two vehicles hit an elk. About 10 p.m., two vehicles struck an elk at milepost 293, killing the elk. No one was injured.

One vehicle was towed from the scene and the other was still drivable. Westbound lanes were blocked for several hours.

non-motorized side of the fence.

“We don’t want to spend a lot of time making nice family trails and have them get torn up by dirt bikes, etc.,” he said.

“On the same note, we want to be able to educate people on which trails to hike and bike on so the motorized users do not have to worry about people walking dogs and pushing strollers on their trails.”

Bonnette said he just hopes this Travel Management program allows all users of the forest to get along with each other and enjoy the forest.

The Travel Management Plan also has a less-than-quarter-mile stretch of a granite hillside on the northeast section of the Round Valley Loop Trail slated to be off limits for motorized vehicles.

“When (Tonto National Forest Supervisor) Neil (Bosworth) signs the decision the one piece that goes into effect immediately is that for the Payson and Pleasant Valley ranger districts, cross-country travel will be prohibited,” said Tonto National Forest Service’s National Environmental Protection Act (NEPA) Coordinator Anne Thomas.

“Today, you can drive pretty much

anywhere you want in the Payson and Pleasant Valley ranger districts.”

Once the changes are adopted, the new maps will be available free of charge.

“It’s going to take us about a year to develop a motor vehicle use map,” Thomas said. “Coconino National Forest has one right now. It tells the public exactly where they can and cannot use a motorized vehicle.”

Although the plan calls for restricting motorized use on some current trails, the Forest Service’s Chelsea Muise said the plan calls for many miles of new trails for motorized vehicles to be authorized.

“There’s 2,000 miles of new motorized trails in Tonto National Forest,” Muise said. “We’re changing roads into trails.

It’s a very fluid process.”

Muise said violators would receive a citation.

“There’ll be a big effort to start enforcing this, so you’ll need a copy of the map with you,” she said.

The other PATS Trails — American Gulch, Houston Trail and Houston Loop, Peach Loop and Peach Orchard will continue to allow use of motorized vehicles.

Democrats open headquarters Rim Country Democrats opened their Payson campaign headquarters for the upcoming election.

The rented office off Highway 87 will provide a place to pick up campaign materials, volunteer for campaigns, organize events, register voters and help candidates. On Aug. 4, the Democrats will stage a dinner for most of the Democratic candidates in the region, headlined by Congresswoman Ann Kirkpatrick, running for the U.S. Senate.

For information on the event, call Diane Green at 602-3196755 or go to the Democratic Headquarters at 509 S. Highway 87.

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Dominant pollen: Ragweed-Grasses-Chenopods High: Pollen levels between 9.7 and 12.0 tend to affect most individuals who

suffer from the pollen types of the season. Symptoms may become

more severe during days with high pollen levels.

Medium: Pollen levels between 7.3 and 9.6 will likely cause symptoms for

many individuals who suffer from allergies to the predominant pollen

types of the season.

Low: Pollen levels between 0 and 7.2 tend to affect very few individuals

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F O R The following reports and arrests were released by the Payson Police Department and Gila County Sheriff’s Office. All persons listed in this report are innocent until proven guilty in a court of law. After reviewing cases, the Gila County attorney’s office often drops or modifies charges. If your name is listed and you are exonerated, please contact the Payson Roundup at editor@ payson.com.

June 27 – Stuart McDonald, 56, Payson – possession of marijuana, possession of drug paraphernalia and misconduct involving weapons.

June 29 – Michael Eugene Kenney, 53, Payson – threatening or intimidating-cause injury or damage property, disorderly conduct-abusive or offensive language or gestures and drug paraphernalia-possession; Gregory Allen Ramstedt, 53, Payson – disorderly conduct-fighting; Joyce Roberson, 47, Payson – possession of narcotic drug and paraphernalia; Frederick Taylor, 49, Star Valley – possession of marijuana and possession of drug paraphernalia.

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June 30 – Emmalee Amber Faith Zenko, 20, Thatcher, disorderly conduct-fighting; Shane Robert Haisten, 20, Payson – disorderly conduct-fighting; Scott Michael Sullivan, 44, Payson – disorderly conduct-fighting; Stephen Ruby, 31, Mesa – two warrants.

Mariah Lee, 22, Glendale – possession of dangerous drugs and paraphernalia; Stephanie Boatman, 42, Gilbert – possession of dangerous drugs and paraphernalia; Carrie Obrien, 43, Pine – two warrants.

July 1 – Joshua Brandon Quotskuyva, 30, Tonto Apache Reservation – failure to pay a fine; male juvenile, 16 – shoplifting-concealment; male juvenile, 14 – shoplifting; male juvenile, 17 – shoplifting-concealment; John Michael Sanders, 50, Payson – misconduct involving weapons-prohibited possessor possession deadly weapon and aggravated domestic violence; Hollie Grimes, 44, Strawberry – leaving the scene of an accident and reckless driving; Heather Gingry, 24, Payson – criminal damage/domestic violence and disorderly conduct.

July 2 – Deana Lisa Ferguson, 46,

Tonto Basin – theft using artifice, instrument, container, device or other article to facilitate the removal of merchandise and felony shoplifting with convicted priors; David Chuck Boutieller, 36, Phelan, Calif. – camping in public place and criminal damage-deface or damage property; Edward Leon Ellis, 54, Dewey – disorderly conduct-fighting; Juan Baca, 42, Duncan – warrant; Shawn Kukuk, 44, Apache Junction – two warrants.

July 3 – Scott Michael Sullivan, 44, Payson – littering, misconduct involving weapons-prohibited possessor possessing deadly weapon, engaging in passive resistance, criminal damage-deface or damage property, endangerment and entering or remaining unlawfully in or on a critical public service facility; Johnny E. Sauceda, 40, Phoenix – DUI while driving a commercial vehicle with BAC .04% or higher and DUI with BAC of .08 or higher; Matthew Raymond Camano, 45, Phoenix – assault-intentionally or recklessly causing physical injury and domestic violence; Rachael Balfour, 44, California – open container.

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stand up from your desk and do some stretches and treat it as any other important appointment.

• Walk or ride your bike to work.

• Walk around your building for a break during the workday or during lunch.

• Some have mastered the art of typing while on a treadmill by securing the laptop to the base. Be creative.

• Get a stand up desk.

Christine Bollinger

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If you’re sitting down to read this right now, you might have what is arguably the most common health problem in America today, sitting disease.

Research has linked sitting for long periods of time with a number of health concerns, including obesity, depression, increased blood pressure, high blood sugar, excess body fat around the waist, and high cholesterol levels. Too much sitting also seems to increase the risk of death from cardiovascular disease and cancer.

One study compared adults who spent less than two hours a day of their free time in front of the TV or other screen-based entertainment with those who logged more than four hours a day of recreational screen time.

Those with greater screen time had a nearly 50 percent increased risk of death from any cause and nearly a 125 percent increased risk of events associated with cardiovascular disease, such as chest pain (angina) or heart attack. The increased risk was separate from other traditional risk factors for cardiovascular disease, such as smoking or high blood pressure.

Think about your typical day. You sit while you eat your meals, commute to work, chances are you sit while you work, you come home and relax while sitting in front of the TV or computer, then you go to sleep. It’s estimated that most Americans spend less than three hours a day on their feet.

How do you combat sitting disease? Get up and move. It doesn’t have to be doing formal exercise; in fact moving throughout the day has been proven healthier than just fitting in 30 minutes of exercise during the day.

Other ways to get moving

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Get up and move — not just for your health; but for your emotional well-being; and expanding your social interaction. While we are having such hot weather we also have light much earlier in the morning, so set that alarm clock ahead an hour or so, roll out of bed, put on some good walking shoes and loose, comfortable clothing and enjoy a quiet, cool Rim Country morning walk.

Here are some tips to get you moving: At home • Do housework yourself instead of hiring someone else to do it.

• Work in the garden or mow the grass — using a riding mower doesn’t count. Rake leaves, prune, dig and pick up trash.

• Go out for a short walk before breakfast, after dinner or both. Start with 5-10 minutes and work up to 30 minutes.

When walking, pick up the pace from leisurely to brisk. Choose

a hilly route if you want to challenge yourself.

• Walk or bike to the corner store instead of driving.

• When watching TV, sit up instead of lying on the sofa.

Better yet, spend a few minutes pedaling on your stationary bicycle while watching TV or do some stretches. Do jumping jacks or sit-ups during commercial breaks.

• Stand up while talking on the telephone.

• Walk the dog.

• Wash the car.

• Stretch to reach items in high places and squat or bend

to look at items at floor level.

At work • Brainstorm project ideas with a coworker while taking a walk.

• Walk or stand during business calls when you don’t need to reference important documents.

• Walk down the hall to speak with someone rather than using the telephone.

• Take the stairs instead of the elevator or get off a few floors early and take the stairs the rest of the way.

• Walk while waiting for the plane at the airport.

• Stay at hotels with fitness centers or swimming pools and use them while on business trips.

• Take along a jump rope or a resistance band in your suitcase when you travel. Jump and do calisthenics in your hotel room.

• Download some audio fitness coaching.

• Participate in or start a recreation league at your company.

• Schedule time every hour on your business calendar to

• It’s hard to find a prettier place to walk than Green Valley Park. Enjoy a lap or two around the lake.

• Plan family outings and vacations that include physical activity (hiking, backpacking, swimming, etc.)

• See the sights in new cities by walking, jogging or bicycling.

• Park farther away at the store and walk the extra distance. Wear your walking shoes and sneak in an extra lap or two around the store or store parking lot.

• Make a date with a friend to enjoy your favorite physical activities. Do them regularly.

• Play your favorite music while exercising; enjoy something that motivates you.

• Dance with someone or by yourself. Take dancing lessons.

Hit the dance floor on fast numbers instead of slow ones.

• Join a recreational club that emphasizes physical activity.

• At the park, sit and watch the people instead of lying flat.

Better yet, get up and walk, run, or fly a kite.

• When golfing, walk instead of using a cart.

• Play singles tennis or racquetball instead of doubles.

Editor’s note: Information for this article came from the American Heart Association.

Good food is ‘medicine’ for good health One of the tenets of healthy eating is portion control and so, the United States Department of Agriculture has been pushing the “My Plate” for several years now.

Basically it recommends: filling half your plate with fruits and vegetables; make at least half the grains you consume whole grains; if you drink milk, make it skim or 1 percent; and vary your protein food choices.

The program goes on to outline the best portions (in a 2,000 calorie diet): 2-1/2 cups of vegetables daily; 2 cups fruit daily; 6 ounces of grain each day; 3 cups of dairy products daily (milk, yogurt, fortified soy milk, 1-1/2 ounces natural cheese or 2 ounces processed cheese); and 5-1/2 ounces of protein daily (lean meat, poultry, fish, 1 egg or tablespoon of peanut butter, a 1/2 ounce of nuts or seeds, 1/4 cup beans or peas).

Additionally the USDA says we need to cut back on sodium and empty calories from solid fats and added sugar.

Healthy eating is always a popular topic at the Women’s Wellness Forum and this year’s organic chemist Dee McCaffrey’s presentation on Brain Healthy Diet did not disappoint.

All over were murmurs of appreciation when Dee’s Chocolate Avocado Mousse was served along with a dose of knowledge on Brain Healthy fats and how to incorporate those foods into your diet. Participants always learn a lot from Dee, she gives the science behind why you should be eating certain foods, not just what foods you should be eating.

Choco-Avocado Mousse From Dee McCaffrey The Science of Skinny 4 ripe avocados 1 cup coconut nectar or honey or 1 teaspoon

Volunteers help make the Rim Country a great place to live and work. We need your help to continue our mission which is to promote rural health and education opportunities for members of the community through programs, activities, grants and scholarships (including those that make it possible for students pursuing health occupations to continue their education).

Call (928) 472-2588 today!

rest of vegetables into kale mixture. Serve at room temperature.

Many Gila County residents, working families and the elderly alike, are on fixed incomes, so making a food budget stretch to get the healthiest foods available is sometimes a challenge. To help meet that challenge in the Rim Country, there are several options.

Qualifying elderly and the disabled may be able to participate in the Meals on Wheels programs which serve not only Payson and Star Valley, but also Pine and Strawberry and elsewhere. To learn more about Meals on Wheels, contact the Pinal-Gila Council for Senior Citizens, 520-836-2758, 1-800-293-9393 or go online to www.pgcsc.org.

Those that meet the requirements may be able to take advantage of the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP, formerly the Food Stamp program). To learn more, call 1-800-2215689 or go online to www.fns.usda.gov/snap.

Additionally there are food banks in Payson and Pine. While some information must be provided, the limitations on who can use the food banks are not as extensive as those with government programs.

The Food Pantry at the Community Presbyterian Church, 800 W. Main St., is open from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m., Monday, Wednesday and Friday and from 5:30 p.m. to 7:30 p.m., Tuesday.

The Food Bank at St. Philip the Apostle Catholic Church, 511 S. Saint Phillips St., is open from 12:30 p.m. to 2:30 p.m., Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday and Saturday.

To learn about the food bank in Pine, contact the P/S Thrift Store at 928-476-4633. If they cannot answer your questions they can direct you to someone who can.

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stevia extract 1 tablespoon pure vanilla extract 1 cup unsweetened cocoa powder 6 fresh raspberries or other small berries 6 fresh mint leaves Slice each avocado open and scoop out the insides. Place them in a food processor or blender. Next add the sweetener, vanilla and cocoa powder. Blend or process the mixture until fully blended. The mixture should be smooth and the color of chocolate.

You can serve the mousse immediately, however, it is recommended you let it cool in the fridge for at least an hour to allow the flavors to meld and the mousse to firm up. Serve in dessert cups, each one topped with a fresh berry and a mint leaf.

Makes 6 servings.

In addition to being an organic chemist and nutrition educator, McCaffrey lost 100 pounds and has kept it off for more than 20 years.

Kale, the king of greens, the superman of

super foods; we’ve all heard we should be eating more kale, but if you are like most folks you probably don’t like it. It’s bitter and earthy, it can be hard to chew, but it’s a great way to add a punch of nutrients to your diet.

It’s exploding with vitamins K, A and C, it’s a good source of fiber, it’s packed with antioxidants, and it’s an easy way to boost your folic acid quota.

This kale salad has converted many kale haters. The tangy sweet peanut dressing counteracts the bitterness of the kale and massaging the dressing into the leaves (it sounds weird) helps break down the kale’s fibrous leaves making it more tender.

Kale Slaw with Peanut Dressing For the dressing 1/2 cup all natural peanut butter 1/2 cup neutral-flavored oil like sunflower oil (olive or coconut oil would be too strong and overpower the other flavors) 1/4 cup apple cider vinegar 2 tablespoons honey or Rapa Dura (unrefined whole cane) sugar For the salad 1 large or 2 small bunches of Lacinato kale, cut into thin ribbons 2 bell peppers (use red, orange or yellow), sliced into strips 1 big handful of cherry tomatoes, halved 2 large carrots, sliced Either in a blender or food processor combine all dressing ingredients (an immersion blender is great for things like this). Blend until dressing is smooth and creamy. Mix dressing with kale, massaging dressing into kale with clean hands.

This helps break down the fibers in the kale. Stir

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Were olives the Romans’ secret weapon?

I’ve always admired the Romans, phytonutrients that make it inedible especially their military-grade phy- leach out. Viola: A super healthy delsiques suitable for marble sculpture icacy.

— so strong, ruthless and prolific. No In fact those phytonutrients give wonder they conquered vast tracks the olive part of its nutritional punchof the Mediterranean, Europe and es. Research shows that olives have Middle East. antioxidant, anti-inflammatory, So now I’m wondering: Was it the anti-cancer, cardiovascular, allergy olives? reducing, and digestive track health Did the little nibblets cause the inducing benefits.

Rise of the Roman Empire — or Whew! maybe its fall?

Can you see why I wonder if the Did the luscious olive turn the olive didn’t give the Romans a leg up?

Roman warrior’s attention from keepStill, olives are a delicious delicacy, ing the borders safe to stuffing their from the sharp taste of the Kalamata faces? olive to the buttery taste of perfectly One thing is for cured green olive. sure, the stout, Some olives short, gnarled get stuffed with The olive tree has a garlic clove or Healthy outlasted the almond or cheese, proud, tall, shiny inviting the conRomans. Olive noisseur to linger trees, as it turns over a table of

by Michele Nelson out, can live for tapas, sampling 2,000 years, and each delectable still produce fruit. type.

So how does a tree so ugly and a I can see those Roman gladiators fruit so humble pull it off? munching away as they neglect their Gives me hope. In fact, the humble training. The fall of the Roman Empire olive makes me less fearful of getting is starting to make sense. old.

Except research done in Europe The pungent little olive’s mostly shows that the monosaturated fats pit, with a thin layer of flesh. Yet it in olives provide a feeling a fullness dominates the taste buds wherever and well-being, which actually aids in it goes — from pizza to a tapenade weight loss. smeared on a sandwich.

The research shows the olive Hmmm ... kind of like the Roman boosts levels of serotonin in a test subEmpire, come to think of it. Every ject’s bloodstream, which contributes place they conquered found them- to the feelings of satiation. Scientists selves overwhelmed with an added believe serotonin affects mood, behavpungent punch to life. Especially look- ior, appetite and digestion, sleep, ing at their abs. memory and — wait for it — sexual Yet the olive had a long history desire. before the Romans even entered into Well. That could explain what hapthe picture. Humans started cultivat- pened to the Romans. They just felt ing the little orb somewhere between too good to keep up the tough guy 6,000 to 7,000 years ago in ancient routine.

Persia and Mesopotamia.

Guess I’ll replace my vision of the The little buggers are bitter things all-powerful, svelte Roman with a picright off the tree. However, cure it in ture of a portly, out-of-shape, but longwater, salt, brine or lye and the excess lived Roman, popping an olive to get

FOODIE

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For many, olives are just a condiment/appetizer, along the lines of pickles, celery and carrot sticks. The ancient delicacy has a long and impressive history for its many uses in the preparation of healthy dishes and in soaps, shampoos and cosmetics. primed for the orgy.

Orange and Rosemary Baked Olives Allrecipes.com Ingredients 3 1/2 cups whole mixed olives, drained 1/4 cup dry white wine 2 tablespoons fresh orange juice 2 tablespoons olive oil 2 cloves garlic, minced 2 sprigs fresh rosemary 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped 1 1/2 tablespoons chopped fresh oregano 4 teaspoons grated orange zest 1/4 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes Directions

Preheat oven to 375 degrees F (190 degrees C). Stir the olives together with the wine, orange juice, olive oil, and garlic in a 9x13-inch baking dish.

Nestle the sprigs of rosemary in the olives.

Bake in the preheated oven for 15 minutes, stirring halfway through the baking. Remove and discard the rosemary sprigs, then stir in the parsley, oregano, orange zest and red pepper flakes. Serve warm, or cool the olives and use them to top a salad.

Fabulous Olive Salsa by James Allrecipes.com Ingredients 1 1/2 (5-ounce) jars green olives (such as Italica) 1 (60ounce) can pitted black olives,

or more to taste 1 (4-ounce) can chopped green chiles 1 large white onion, cut into large chunks 2 tomatoes, cored 3 tablespoons olive oil 1 1/2 tablespoons red wine vinegar 4 cloves garlic, peeled 3 drops hot pepper sauce (such as Tabasco or to taste Directions Drain green and black olives and green chiles in a colander. Chop white onion in a food processor, pulsing several times. Add green and black olives, green chilies, tomatoes, olive oil, red wine vinegar, garlic and hot sauce to the processor. Pulse several more times to mix; process until chunky, 20 to 30 seconds.

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It takes a lot of people and a lot of support to present the Payson Book Festival. The MHA Foundation is one of the many sponsors helping bring the event to Rim Country.

MHA helps present book festival by

Teresa McQuerrey

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More than 80 authors are expected to come to the Rim Country for the Payson Book Festival July 23.

Taking place at the Payson campus of Gila Community College, one of the sponsors, 201 N. Mud Springs Road, organizers anticipate more than 600 guests to attend the free event.

The Arizona Professional Writers and Arizona Humanities also sponsor the event, with assistance from the Payson Roundup and numerous other businesses and organizations both from around Rim Country and elsewhere in Arizona.

Among those helping present the festival are the MHA Foundation, a Third Shelf Sponsor. The Payson Roundup is the Major Event Sponsor.

Top Shelf Sponsors are: the Gila County Board of Supervisors and Majestic Rim Retirement Living.

Second Shelf Sponsors include: APS; KMOG; KRIM; and Five Star Publications, Inc. Joining the MHA Foundation as Third Shelf Sponsors are: State Farm Santana Insurance Agency, Inc.; PostNet; Miller Auto Works; and Star Valley Veterinary Clinic.

Fourth Shelf Sponsors are SmartSystems, Inc.; Edward Jones Chris Walsh, financial adviser; The Computer Guys USA; Soroptimist International of Zane Grey Country; Payson Rotary Club Foundation; Sawmill Theatres; and Payson Premier Dental Kristin M. Wade.

The festival is from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. and is presented to promote literacy and showcase both Rim Country and Arizona authors representing multiple genres.

A special emphasis, due to the focus on liter-

acy, is on works for children and young adults.

There will be special story times and entertainment, plus author presentations, food and door prizes.

The schedule of events 9:15 a.m. – story time with Conrad Storad and the Story Monster, student lounge 9:30 a.m. to 3:30 p.m., special author presentations in room 401 10:15 a.m. – Marshall Trimble with western tales and music, plus Buckshot Dot with cowboy poetry and songs, student lounge 11:15 a.m. – Laura Tohe, Navajo Nation Poet Laureate, Navajo poems and stories, student lounge 12:15 p.m. – Roger Naylor, travel writing, student lounge 12:30 p.m., Young People’s Writing Workshop for ages 9 to 12 in room 112 1:15 p.m. – Story time with Kathy Peach and Tumbleweeds, student lounge 2:15 p.m. – Pete Aleshire, creative writing, student lounge A portion of the book festival proceeds will benefit scholarship funds to be awarded by the Rim Country Chapter of APW and Gila Community College.

Connie Cockrell, book festival director, says, “We are still seeking local volunteers to help with tasks the day of the book festival. They can contact us at info@paysonbookfestival.org. The Payson Book Festival offers a day of fun for the whole family. So we hope local residents will invite friends and relatives to Payson on July 23, to enjoy this free multi-generational activity.”

More information is available at the website: www.paysonbookfestival.org.

Look for drop boxes around town and donate the following school supplies: • Backpacks

• Markers

• Binders

• Crayons

• Folders

• Scissors

• Notebooks

• Pencil Sharpeners

• Pencils

• Colored Pencils

• Pencil Boxes

• Lined Paper

• Pens

• Rulers

• Glue, Glue Sticks

• Erasers

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At Payson Public Library

Payson Public Library special programs in July include: • The Book Cooks programs also continue: one on ice cream, ages 3 and older, 2:30 p.m., Wednesday, July 13; “Shake, Rattle and Roll,” ages 3 and older, 2:30 p.m., Wednesday, July 20. The Book Cooks programs require pre-registration, call 928-474-9260 or stop by at 328 N. McLane Rd. • Movies - “Star Wars: The Force Awakens,” PG-13, Tuesday, July 12, 3 p.m.; “Pan,” PG, 10:30 a.m., Monday, July 25; • Cup Stacking, ages 6 and older, 3 p.m., Friday, July 15 • Computer Coding to create a fun game, ages 7 and older, 2 p.m., Tuesday, July 19.

Additionally in July, the Payson Library will have a Jump Rope Club; Lego Family Fun; Hopscotch Around the World; Family Game Nights.

Summer reading and more in Pine

The Isabelle Hunt Memorial Library annual summer reading program continues each Wednesday throughout the month. The sessions will be held 10:15 a.m. to noon in the library activity room.

Themes for the coming weeks: July 13 it’s “Fueling Your Engine” and on July 20 it’s “Out of the Ordinary.” It wraps up July 27 with “Motion Commotion,” which will feature outdoor activities, rewards and refreshments.

It offers chess classes from 1 to 3 p.m. each Friday in July.

In addition to the library hosting the summer reading program, it offers “Artist in Training” sessions through the day each Tuesday, Friday and Saturday.

For details, call 928-476-3678.

Learn about C.O.P.D.

The Banner High Country Seniors hosts a program on C.O.P.D with Dr. Larry Spratling, at 11:30 a.m., Wednesday, July 13.

Make reservations at 928-472-9260 24 hours in advance. The facility is at 215 N. Beeline Highway, Payson.

Upcoming programs include: colo-rectal and anal cancer with Dr. Loyd Olson, 11:30 a.m., July 27; making soups and stews with Gary Bedsworth, 11 a.m., Aug. 3; opioids with Banner Payson personnel, 11:30 a.m., Aug. 10; glaucoma and macular degeneration with Dr. Troy Ford, 11:30 a.m., Aug. 24.

Shelby School recruitment

The Shelby School in Tonto Village is hosting another recruitment program at 6 p.m., Wednesday, July 13.

The program highlights why the school offers such a great educational experience for students grades K-10.

Come to the meeting and learn about this chartered and tuition-free school and how it “Accesses Academics through the Arts.”

The open meeting is at the Payson Public Library on Wednesday, July 13.

Come at 6 p.m. for refreshments and a

mix-and-mingle with staff members. A presentation is planned at 6:30, followed by a question and answer session.

Shelby has some registration openings left, so be sure to come find out if this is the perfect school for your family. Classes start Aug. 1, so it’s time to pre-enroll. For more information, call Elizabeth at 928-478-4185.

Veterans Benefits Counselor visits

Tuesday • Payson Public Library: 10 a.m. to 6 p.m.; movie, 3 p.m., “Star Wars: The Force Awakens” • Pine Library: 10 a.m. to 5 p.m.

• Payson Mayoral candidates speak: noon, Tiny’s, hosted by Democratic Women of Rim Country • Allen, Edwards speak: 6 p.m., Tiny’s, hosted by Payson Tea Party

Bluegrass Gospel Festival

A Bluegrass Gospel Festival is planned at the Elks Group Campground at Happy Jack, Ariz. from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m., Friday, July 22 through Sunday, July 24. Admission is free, there will be food vendors, but it is a dry camping area. For camping reservations or more information, call 928-713-3616.

Healthy food choices

Dale Bellisfield, registered nurse and medical herbalist, is hosting a “store tour” and sampling at Safeway, 401 E. Highway 260, Payson.

The program is from 6 p.m. to 7:30 p.m., Thursday, July 28 and limited to 10 participants. The cost is $10 per person to cover Bellisfield’s expenses as she will be preparing the food to be sampled.

To learn more and register, call 928978-8348.

One of the Arizona Department of Veterans Services benefits counselors is in Payson Thursday, July 14.

Appointments must be made in advance for the hours of 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. Call 602-627-3261.

The program takes place at the Department of Economic Security Office, 100 N. Tonto St., Payson.

Bingo at Senior Center

Bingo Bonanza takes place at the Payson Senior Center, 514 W. Main, at 1 p.m., Fridays. Proceeds benefit Payson Helping Payson.

Snacks and fun for all, no membership required.

At the Mazatzal Casino

There’s always something happening at the Mazatzal Hotel & Casino, located on Highway 87 at milepost 251. For more information, call 1-800-777-PLAY (7529).

• Monday Nights: 5 p.m. to 10 p.m. get 12 wings and a 16 oz. domestic draft for $7 in the Apache Spirits Lounge.

• Oriental Buffet $10: 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. Wednesday, July 20 in the Cedar Ridge Restaurant.

• Veterans Appreciation Fridays from 7 a.m. to 11 a.m. Veterans receive 3x Bonus Points! Earn 10 points and get $10 Maz Cash and a breakfast special voucher! Must show proof of service.

• Summer Spectacular, now through Sept. 5: Earn 2X entries every Monday!

Drawings held Sept. 3 — $2,300 cash (five winners); Sept. 4 — $500 cash (five winners); Sept. 5 — $500 cash (five winners) plus Grand Prize of a 2016 Fiat!

Museum plans free day for anniversary

The Rim Country Museum in Green Valley Park, 700 S. Green Valley Pkwy., will have a free day from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., Saturday, July 16.

The free day is to celebrate the 40th anniversary of the formation of the Northern Gila County Historical Society — founded July 1976 — and the grand opening of the Society’s newest exhibit, the refurbished log cabin that belonged to the Haught family.

Entrance to the Zane Grey Cabin and Rim Country Museum will be free all day. Snacks and water will be provided.

Women of the Moose plan benefit

The Women of The Moose Chapter 2012 is hosting a benefit dinner, silent auction, raffles, 50-50 drawing, plus an

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The second Payson Book Festival is from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m., Saturday, July 23 at the Payson campus of Gila Community College. More than 80 authors are expected to participate with more than 600 guests in attendance. The authors offer works in all genres, with more than 20 specializing in children’s and young adult literature. Go online to paysonbookfestival.com or email info@paysonbookfestival.org for details.

afternoon of live music as a benefit for the Wallace Family of Payson from 2 p.m. to 6 p.m., Saturday, July 16 at the Moose Lodge in Star Valley.

The cost is $6 a plate. The proceeds will help the Wallace family as it faces a series of surgeries for the baby they were expecting July 7, who has been diagnosed with a heart condition. At least three surgeries will be required, the first when the baby is only three days old. Mrs. Wallace and the baby must remain in the Valley, while Mr. Wallace and the rest of the family will be here.

Cash donations can be made at Wells Fargo under the name of BABY NEVEAH. To donate items for the silent auction and raffle, call Christina, 928951-2219.

Summer concert series 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 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: 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.

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GCC Cosmetology openings Rim Country Cosmetology Academy in Payson has a limited number of openings for the 2016-2017 school year.

Become a licensed cosmetologist in two semesters. Financial aid will pay tuition and fees for qualified students.

Classes begin Tuesday, July 19. Call Gila Community College, 928-468-8039 for more information.

Veterans town hall The Phoenix VA Health Care System hosts a town hall meeting for area veterans, their families and the rest of the community at 5 p.m., Tuesday, July 19 at Messinger Payson Funeral Home, 901 S. Westerly Rd., Payson.

The purpose is to share information about the system, hear feedback and answer questions.

Make reservations for big Chamber luncheon The Rim Country Chamber of Commerce is hosting Bob Pritchard, a noted business expert, at a special luncheon meeting Thursday, Aug. 2 at the Mazatzal Hotel & Casino.

Reservations are due by July 22, the cost for single admission is $40 or $300 for a table of eight. Seating is limited.

Contact Jaimee or Chris at 9284784-4515 or email jaimee@rimcountrychamber.com for details or to make a reservation.

Kaitie’s Closet’s Annual New Shoe Drive continues through Aug. 31 to help the children in the community have new shoes to start school.

Pink donation boxes are located at all school offices, Crosswinds Restaurant at the airport, Payson Physical Therapy, Scoops Ice Cream & Espresso, and 814 N. Beeline Highway in the Swiss Village. Kaitie’s Closet, Inc. is a 501c (3) so if you have no time to shop, you can send your donation to Kaitie’s Closet Inc., 814 N. Beeline Hwy., Suite E, Payson, 85541. The goal this year is 200 pairs of new shoes.

Library bookstore sale

During July the Library Friends of Payson Bookstore will continue the following summertime specials: 10 for $1 on all standard size paperbacks; five for $1 on all videos; and DVDs are only $1 each.

The LFOP Bookstore is located to the right of the circulation desk just inside the Payson Public Library, 328 N. McLane Road. For more information visit the Library Friends of Payson website at www.libraryfriendsof payson.org.

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• Payson Public Library: 10 a.m. to 8 p.m.

• Pine Library: 10 a.m. to 4 p.m.; Summer Reading, 10:15 a.m., “Fueling Your Future” • 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 • Lunch and Learn: 11:30 a.m., Banner High Country Seniors, C.O.P.D., reserve seat Tuesday, 928-472-9260

• Veterans Benefits Counselor visits: 9 a.m. to 3 p.m., DES office, 100 N. Tonto St., call 602-627-3261 for appointment • Payson Public Library: 10 a.m. to 6 p.m.

• Pine Library: 10 a.m. to 4 p.m.

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

• Pine/Strawberry Museum: 10 a.m. to 2 p.m., Pine 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 • Bingo at Senior Center: 1 p.m., benefits Senior Center and Payson Helping Payson

• Pine Library: 9 a.m. to 2 p.m.

• Payson Public Library: 10 a.m. to 5 p.m.

• Rim Country Museum: 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., 700 Green Valley Pkwy. - Free admission for anniversary celebration • Pine/Strawberry Museum: 10 a.m. to 2 p.m., Pine Community Center • Benefit at Moose Lodge: 2 p.m. to 6 p.m., $6 • Concert in Park: 7 p.m., Back to the Fifties, Green Valley Park, free

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PAYSON ROUNDUP

SPORTS

Tuesday, July 12, 2016

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Payson Little League officials crying foul Town defends decision that forced tournament to leave by

Keith Morris

roundup sports editor

Hope turned to disappointment last week when Payson Little League officials said they got booted from Rumsey Park to make way for another scheduled tournament.

Payson officials, however, say they informed Little League officials back in October that a large tournament pumping an estimated $200,000 into the local economy needed all five Rumsey Park fields, including the one they hoped to play on.

However, Little League officials say the town did little to accommodate them, once they determined how many teams would play and how many days they would need a field.

The painful dispute comes down to priorities.

Little Leaguers say the town could have accommodated their needs for the July 1-9 schedule.

However, Payson officials say Little League had plenty of notice — and the town couldn’t risk causing problems for the much larger, annual softball tournament that brought thousands of people to town last weekend.

Last October, Payson secured the July 8-10 Amateur Softball Association Class B State Tournament featuring 27 teams.

Payson Little League president Barbara Rasmussen said they scheduled their tournament in February when they were awarded it, but didn’t know the exact date it could start at that time, so they didn’t know that they wouldn’t be able to finish it by July 7. They found out, she said, at the tournament meeting on June 25, which gave them little time to make other arrangements.

But they tried. Rasmussen said Payson could have moved some games for the conflicting tournament to the high school softball field.

However, Payson Parks, Recreation and Tourism Director Cameron Davis said those fields aren’t playable during monsoons. He said the town tried to

use that field for another tournament each of the last two years, only to have rain force the cancellation of games both times. As a result, he didn’t want to count on that field for last weekend’s tournament.

Nonetheless, Rasmussen objected.

“This is a mess,” she said on the opening day of the District 1 Majors Baseball Tournament at Rumsey Field 3 on July 1. “All we needed was one field for one day on July 8 and we were told ‘no.’”

After the second day of the tournament on July 2, the players, coaches and fans packed up and headed up north to finish the tournament in Flagstaff. That included Payson, which went from being the home team to a visitor.

Rasmussen said that negatively impacted Payson families.

“The tournament was supposed to be here,” she said. “Coaches and parents were told they wouldn’t have to travel. Families that live and work in Payson are being affected.”

Davis said the ASA tournament needed all five Rumsey fields and said the town notified the Little League organizers that those fields would not be available back in October.

Davis disputed Rasmussen’s claim the conflict existed on just one day — saying the original Little League request could have resulted in a threeday conflict. Davis said he suggested the Little League tournament finish at the high school baseball field.

However, Rasmussen said the different dimensions of the high school field made it unsuitable for the Little League tournament, which is for 10-11 year olds.

Davis said the conflicting ASA tournament, a Western National Tournament qualifier, had no room in the schedule for cancellations.

“Payson didn’t get to dictate those dates and I cannot cancel games,” he said. “Our (Rumsey Park) fields drain very well and we’re able to get them up and running very quickly. If we were using the high school field we

Passing the test

Keith Morris/Roundup

Payson once again hosts three other schools for a week of football camps from July 18-22. The teams will compete in 7-on-7 passing tournaments each night on the Rumsey Park South Soccer Field. All Payson High students planning to play football this season should participate. The cost is $150 and includes all meals. Any student who plans to play football this season should pick up a sign up sheet at the high school this week or be at the high school at 9 a.m. on July 18. The other schools participating are Mesa Red Mountain, Phoenix North Canyon and Sierra Vista Buena.

Photo courtesy of DJ Craig

A Little League tournament in Payson was moved to Flagstaff because of a conflict with a bigger tournament, prompting Little League officials to claim Payson officials should have tried harder to accommodate their tournament. would have to cancel games if it rained (heavily).”

Rasmussen feels the town doesn’t get behind Payson Little League.

“Other towns support their Little Leagues and those Little Leagues get to host tournaments frequently. This year Payson lost three tournaments due to field allocations. Even after getting the grant from the Diamondbacks to improve Kiwanis, we do not have the support that Winslow, Show Low, Flagstaff and even Page Little League receives.”

Davis said Payson has to cope with more conflicts and demands for its playing fields because it’s centrally located. “We have a lot of people coming into Payson to use our fields because of our location.”

He said Payson does support Little

Eggen wins Stan Eggen was closest to the pin on two different holes en route to posting a net score of 64 in winning the A Flight in the Payson Men’s Golf Association’s Individual Low Net Tournament at Payson Golf Course on July 6. He edged runner-up Jessie Smith by one stroke. Virgil Cly (66) finished third.

Eggen left his shot 3 feet, 5 inches from the hole on No. 8 and 3 feet, 6 inches from the cup on the 17th hole. Smith was closest to the pin on No. 5 (6-7).

Dan Shepard won the tiebreaker to edge Richard Harding for the B Flight crown. Both carded 62s. Ron Fischer (68) placed third.

Playing in the C Flight, Lou Crabtree posted a net 60 to beat runner-up John Calderwood (66) and Dennis Schwebs (66), who finished third on the tiebreaker.

Terry Lindsey recorded the longest putt of the day, finding the pin from 20 feet, 5 1/2 inches.

Other closest-to-the-pin winners were: Ken Althoff (No. 2, 30-1) and Larry Smith (No. 14, 8-8).

League and has worked hard to get fields ready for those games.

But Rasmussen said that’s not enough — and it cost Payson Little League an estimated $3,000 in lost revenue to move the tournament due to the scheduling conflict. She also objected to the annual fee the town charges Payson Little League for field preparation — noting the schools don’t pay a similar charge. That fee was $1,780 last year.

However, the town has an agreement with the schools to share use of town and school athletic fields and therefore doesn’t charge the schools a field prep fee.

Besides, said Davis, the town gives Little League a good deal on the fields, since it doesn’t charge for the use of lights and other services. “The field

prep is a hard cost that we have to pay our employees,” he said.

Payson Little League vice president Ken Schneider echoed Rasmussen’s frustration.

“I’m just hoping that we can host more tournaments, but we’ll have to clear that with Parks & Rec and the powers that be,” he said.

Davis said he’s grateful Rasmussen worked for years to secure the grant from the Diamondbacks to upgrade both the Kiwanis East and West Fields in Rumsey.

“I can’t say enough how much we appreciate that they went to bat to get those facilities improved, but we were very clear that that doesn’t mean that we’re going to bump pre-existing tournaments that had already been approved,” he said.

Sun Devils Fever

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Finding a replacement for quarterback Mike Bercovici will be one of the big focuses this year as Arizona State University’s football team returns to Camp Tontozona just east of Payson.

The Sun Devils arrive early this season. They’ll be here the first week of August. The annual visit concludes with the Maroon and Gold Practice on Aug. 6.

Monsoon impacting fishing conditions on Roosevelt Lake The USDA and the Forest The increased water flows Service will be accepting rim country into Roosevelt Lake from the input on the proposed Four fishing report recent monsoon storms is Forest Restoration Initiative impacting the fishing conduring public meetings on ditions. First, the water is July 14th at the Frontier being called stained by sevConference Room in Show eral anglers especially at the Low and July 21 at the Julia ends of the lake where more Randall Elementary School water is flowing. in Payson. Both meetings will Second, the water tembe 6-8 p.m. perature dropped to just These meetings are James below 80 degrees due to extremely important to Rim Goughnour cooler ambient temperatures Country residents as they and the water entering the will contribute to the establake is cooler. The Tonto lishment of a long term solution to Creek is slightly flowing again and the forest-related issues including over- Salt River increased to 100 percent of growth and wildfires. So mark you its normal rate for this time of year. calendars and participate early in this However, even these increased flows process. are not compensating for the drawn-

down rate. The lake dropped recently to 44 percent full.

Bass anglers are reporting fair bass fishing conditions on Roosevelt and Apache lakes. When new water enters a lake, bass instinctively know that baitfish will be attracted to the moving water. So reports of more fish being caught in shallow waters recently is not a surprise. Shallow running crankbaits and the drop-shot technique were reported successful.

Also reported is a small amount of algae growth in the middle portions of the lake. This growth generally occurs when the water flows are low and temperatures increase. Hopefully, the recent monsoons will prevent growth as algae can result in fish kills.

Crappie anglers reported a fair

to good bite recently. Most crappie anglers are fishing after sunset and utilizing floating crappie lights which attract baitfish during a new moon phase. Live minnows fished below a bobber in 15-25 feet deep water is the most successful summer nighttime technique.

A few crappie anglers reported that the early morning bite is active for a few hours after sunrise. A one-eighth ounce jighead hook and a black, blue, chartreuse and a motor oil and chartreuse two-inch grub-tail were reported successful fished above submerged rocks and brush.

Trout fishing on the Rim continues to be called excellent with peak stream fishing times being between 8 and 10 a.m. and 6 p.m. until dusk.

If you’re fishing a Rim Country stream, look for trout in large, deep pools during the day but they are difficult to catch.

During the peak times, dry flies such as mayflies and damsel flies are being reported successful.

I spoke with several anglers who fished the Rim lakes recently and all caught limits of stocked, and in some cases holdover rainbow trout.

Salmon eggs, green and yellow colored PowerBait and wet flies that match the hatch are creating some great memories for novice as well as experienced anglers.

Have a great week of fishing and I hope to see you on the water.

James Goughnour owns Rim Country Custom Rods.

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nation, if any, of the real property described above is purported to be: 5225 SOUTH DRAGONFLY LANE, GLOBE, AZ 85501 PARCEL NO. 1 A PARCEL OF LAND SITUATE IN THE SOUTHEAST QUARTER OF THE NORTHEAST QUARTER OF SECTION 22, TOWNSHIP 1 NORTH, RANGE 15 EAST OF THE GILA AND SALT RIVER BASE AND MERIDIAN, GILA COUNTY, ARIZONA, HAVING A BOUNDARY MORE PARTICULARLY DESCRIBED AS FOLLOWS: COMMENCING FOR A TIE AT THE SCRIBED STONE MARKING THE QUARTER SECTION CORNER OF SECTIONS 22 AND 23, TOWNSHIP 1 NORTH, RANGE 15 EAST OF THE GILA AND SALT RIVER BASE AND MERIDIAN FROM WHICH SCRIBED STONE MARKING THE NORTHEAST CORNER OF SECTION 22 BEARS NORTH 0 DEGREES 39 MINUTES 12 SECONDS EAST, 2647.17 FEET DISTANT; THENCE NORTH 0 DEGREES 39 MINUTES 12 SECONDS EAST, ALONG THE EAST LINE OF THE NORTHEAST QUARTER OF SECTION 22, A DISTANCE OF 1099.28 FEET THENCE NORTH 89 DEGREES 20 MINUTES WEST, 95.00 FEET TO THE TRUE POINT OF BEGINNING; THENCE NORTH 89 DEGREES 20 MINUTES WEST 87.44 FEET TO THE NORTHWEST CORNER OF THIS PARCEL; THENCE SOUTH 8 DEGREES 21 MINUTES 30 SECONDS WEST 201.82 FEET: THENCE SOUTH 89 DEGREES 20 MINUTES EAST, 114.50 FEET; THENCE NORTH 0 DEGREES 39 MINUTES 12 SECONDS EAST, 200.00 FEET TO THE TRUE POINT OF BEGINNING. PARCEL NO.2 NON-EXCLUSIVE EASEMENT 30 FEET WIDE PROVIDING ACCESS RIGHTS FOR VEHICULAR INGRESS AND EGRESS OVER THE FOLLOWING DESCRIBED PARCEL OF LAND: BEGINNING AT NORTHWESTERLY CORNER OF SUBJECT PARCEL DESCRIBED ABOVE; THENCE NORTH 89 DEGREES 20 MINUTES WEST 207.71 FEET; THENCE SOUTH 21 DEGREES 34 MINUTES WEST, 460.84 FEET, THENCE NORTH 63 DEGREES 38 MINUTES 20 SECONDS WEST, 193.61 FEET TO A POINT ON THE SOUTHEASTERLY RIGHT-OF-WAY LINE THE COUNTY ROAD COMMONLY KNOWN AS THE OLD GLOBE-MIAMI HIGHWAY; THENCE SOUTH 29 DEGREES 46 MINUTES WEST ALONG SAID S O U T H E A S T E R LY

609 S. Beeline Hwy. PaySon, aZ 85541 474-5276

www.paysonrentals.com RESIDENTIAL RENTALS

904 N. Scenic Dr. 5BD, 5BA...........................$1950 1413 W. Sunset Dr., 3BD, 2BA.......................$1500 918 W. Madera Ln., 3BD, 2BA.........................$925 200 W. Chateau, 2BD, 2BA..............................$900 914 W. Rim View Rd., 2BD, 2BA.....................$900 1207 W. Birchwood, 2BD, 2BA.........................$850 407 S. Manzanita, 3BD, 2BA............................$825 119 E. Pine St. 3BD, 2BA.................................$825 200 E. Malibu Dr. unit D5, 2BD, 2BA...............$800 607 S. Beeline Hwy. C4, Studio, 1BA..............$400

FURNISHED HOMES

904 N. Scenic Dr., 5BD, 5BA..........................$2500 1110 S. Sequoia Cir., 3BR, 3BA.........$2300-$2600

COMMERCIAL LEASE SPACE 601 N. Beeline 408 W. Main St., Suite 8 & Suite 11 708 E. Hwy 260, A2, C2, C1- A & B 1322 W. Red Baron Rd. #A & #B

RV/MOTOR HOME SPACE

Independently Owned & Operated

BISON COVE CONDOS

200OBILES E. MALIBU F DRIVE, BEDROOM, M OR 2R ENT 2 BATH UNFURNISHED & FURNISHED UNITS

2 BR, 1.5 BA, Mobile 206 W. Main RENT $800Home, TO $1150 St., #3, Payson, AZ, 85541, flexible lease, unfurnished, 768 sq. ft., Water & Trash Included, new Durafoam roof & dual pane windows, $550, Ginger Sparks 928-472-6020.

LEGAL NOTICES 16216: 6/28, 7/5, 7/12, 7/19/2016; TS No. AZ07000225-16-1 APN 207-02-021A 0 TO No. 8642795 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 August 5, 2015 and recorded on August 19, 2015 as Instrument No. 2015-008106 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 Front Entrance, Gila County Courthouse, 1400 E. Ash Street, Globe, AZ 8550 on September 14, 2016 at 11:00 AM on said day. The street address and other common desig-

Order: 10082710 STRAWBERRY HOLLOW WASTEWATER IMPROVEMENT DISTRICT Cust: -Strawberry Hollow Domestic NOTICE OF HEARING ON THE BUDGET AND SEWER RATEWat SCHEDULE Keywords: Notice of Hearing on the Budget NOTICE is hereby given that, pursuant to Arizona Revised Statutes § 48-910, the Board of Directors ofRate the Strawberry and Water ScHollow Wastewater Improvement District, Gila County, Arizona, will hold a public hearing on the water rates for the District. NOTICE is art#: 20136249 further given pursuant to Arizona Revised Statutes § 42-17103 that the Board of Directors of the Strawberry Hollow Wastewater Improvement District, Gila County, Arizona, will Class: Public Notices hold a public hearing on the annual budget for the District. The rates to be charged are: Size: 2.00 X 11.00 Transfer Fee Monthly Usage Charge Service Line Hook-Up Charge Annual User/Availability Fee

$100.00 $25.00 $550.00 $150.00

The Budget for the District is attached hereto.

This notice shall be posted in three places within the District, and sent to the Gila County Board of Supervisors not less than ten days prior to the hearing and published two times in a newspaper of general circulation with the first publication not less than ten days prior to the date of hearing.

All property owners and water users within the District are invited to attend the hearing and participate in the establishment of the water rates and the annual budget of the District.

ADOPTED this 25th day of June, 2016.

STRAWBERRY HOLLOW WASTEWATER IMPROVEMENT DISTRICT

Strawberry Hollow Wastewater Improvement District Fiscal Year beginning July 1, 2016

Subtotal TOTAL EXPENDITURES

Trustee Corps Amanda A l c a n t a r a , Authorized Signatory Manner of Trustee qualification: Real E s t a t e Broker, as required by ARS S e c tion 33-803, Subsection A Name of Trustee s regulator: Arizona Department of Real Estate SALE I N FORMATION CAN BE O B T A I N E D ONLINE AT www.Auction.com A U TOMATED SALES INFORMATION PLEASE CALL: A u c t i o n . c o m at 800.280.2832. Order no.

AZ16-000716-1, Pub Dates, 06/28/2016, 07/05/2016, 07/12/2016, 07/19/2016.

16229: 7/5, 7/12/2016 The Town of Payson will accept sealed Bids at the office of the Town Clerk, 303 North Beeline Highway, Payson, Arizona, 85541, until 11:00 AM, MST on Thursday, July 21, 2016 to provide all labor, materials for the FireWise fuels treatment 1000 E. Tyler Pkwy. At that time, bids will be publicly opened and read aloud.

Bids must be clearly marked: Sealed Bid 2016 1000 E. TYLER PKWY FIRE\VISE TREATMENT PROJECT It is anticipated bids will be considered for award at the August 4, 2016 Town Council meeting. The Council reserves the right to reject any and all bids. Contract documents may be examined at the following locations: Town of Payson Town Clerk 303 North Beeline Highway Payson Arizona, 85541 All contractors interested in bidding this project shall obtain a complete bid package from the Town of Payson. Bid Packages may be obtained from the Town of Payson, Town Clerks Department, 303 N. Beeline Highway, Payson, Arizona, 85541, (928) 474-5242. A Pre-bid meeting will be held July 8, 2016 at 9:00AM in the Payson Fire Department, Station 11, Training Room, 300 W. Main St..

Bidder shall be an appropriately licensed Contractor in the State of Arizona.

Contractor shall comply with all federal, state and local nondis-

Order: 10082709 STRAWBERRY HOLLOW DOMESTIC WATER IMPROVEMENT DISTRICT Cust: -Strawberry Hollow Wastewater I NOTICE OF HEARING ON THE BUDGET AND WATER RATE SCHEDULE Keywords: of Hearing on the§ 48-910, Budget NOTICE is hereby Notice given that, pursuant to Arizona Revised Statutes the Board of Directors of the Strawberry Hollow Domestic Water Improvement District, Gila County, and Sewer Rate Sc Arizona, will hold a public hearing on the water rates for the District. NOTICE is further given pursuant to Arizona Revised Statutes § 42-17103 that the Board of Directors of the art#: 20136248 Strawberry Hollow Domestic Water Improvement District, Gila County, Arizona, will hold a public hearing on the annual budget for the District. The rates to be charged are: Class: Public Notices Transfer Fee Size: 2.00 X 11.00 $100.00 Monthly Usage Charge $25.00 per month which includes 100

$4.00

Service Line & Meter Charges User/Availability Fee

$550.00 $150.00

gallons of water per 1,000 gallons after first 100 gallons

per fiscal year

The hearing will be held at 4455 N. Strawberry Hollow, Pine, Arizona, at 9:00 a.m. on Friday, the 29th day of July, 2016.

This notice shall be posted in three places within the District, and sent to the Gila County Board of Supervisors not less than ten days prior to the hearing and published two times in a newspaper of general circulation with the first publication not less than ten days prior to the date of hearing.

All property owners and water users within the District are invited to attend the hearing and participate in the establishment of the water rates and the annual budget of the District.

ADOPTED this 25th day of June, 2016.

STRAWBERRY HOLLOW DOMESTIC WATER IMPROVEMENT DISTRICT By: Loren B. Peterson

BUDGET

BUDGET

2 District Operations: a) Election Contract with County b) Other County reimbursable fees c) Administration d) Legal Fees, general e) Publishing Notices f) Office operations, stamps, paper g) Telephone and computer charges h) Bank Charges I) Transportation j) Memberships k) Director's Costs l) Insurance m) Miscellaneous (Permits & Fees) n) Contingency Fund o) Debt Service

RIGHT-OF-WAY LINE, 30.05 FEET: THENCE SOUTH 63 DEGREES 38 MINUTES 20 SECONDS EAST, 228.02 FEET; THENCE NORTH 21 DEGREES 34 MINUTES EAST. 472.80 FEET; THENCE SOUTH 89 DEGREES 20 MINUTES EAST, 183.00 FEET; THENCE NORTH 8 DEGREES 21 MINUTES 30 SECONDS EAST, 30.28 FEET TO THE TRUE POINT OF BEGINNING OF THIS EASEMENT DESCRIPTION. APN: 207-02-021A 0 Original Principal Balance $249,451.00 Name and Address of original Trustor JOSHUA CRAWFORD AND MEGAN CRAWFORD, HUSBAND AND WIFE, AS COMMUNITY PROPERTY WITH RIGHT OF SURVIVORSHIP 5225 SOUTH DRAGONFLY LANE, GLOBE, AZ 85501 Name and Address of the Beneficiary loanDepot.com, LLC c/o Cenlar FSB 425 Phillips Blvd Ewing, NJ 08618 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 t o the condition of title. DATE: J u n e 1, 2016 MTC Financial Inc. dba

Strawberry Hollow Domestic Water Improvement District Fiscal Year beginning July 1, 2016

By: Loren B. Peterson

EXPENDITURES: 1 Wastewater System Operations: a. Electricity, Telephone & Water b. Repairs and maintenance c. Testing d. Certified Operator's fees e. Tools and supplies Subtotal

LEGAL NOTICES

The Budget for the District is attached hereto.

The hearing will be held at 4455 N. Strawberry Hollow, Pine, Arizona, at 9:30 a.m. on Friday, the 29th day of July, 2016.

REVENUES: 1 User Fees 2 New Connection Inspection Fees 3 Transfer Fees 4 Property tax revenue 5 User/Availability Fee Assessment 6 Other Revenues (Late Fees) TOTAL REVENUES

LEGAL NOTICES

6,600 0 200 0 9,600 0 16,400

1,400 2,000 2,256 3,250 0 8,906

0 0 0 550 285 100 0 0 0 0 0 0 350 6,209 0 7,494 16,400

REVENUES: 1 User Fees 2 Connection Fees 3 Voluntary Contributions 4 Property tax revenue 5 User/Availability Fee Assessment 6 Other Revenues TOTAL REVENUES EXPENDITURES: 1 Water System Operations: a. Electricity b. Repairs and maintenance c. Well Testing d. Certified Operator's fees e. Tools and supplies Subtotal 2 District Operations: a) Election Contract with County b) Other County reimbursable fees c) Administration d) Legal/Professional Fees, general e) Publishing Notices f) Office operations, stamps, paper g) Telephone and computer charges h) Bank Charges I) Transportation j) Memberships k) Director's Costs l) Insurance m) Miscellaneous n) Contingency Fund o) Debt Service p) Permits and Fees Subtotal TOTAL EXPENDITURES

8,000 0 0 0 8,000 0 16,000

1,450 1,000 710 2,800 0 5,960

0 0 0 1,000 285 100 0 0 0 0 0 0 350 1,600 5,355 1,350 10,040 16,000

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LEGAL NOTICES

LEGAL NOTICES

crimination statutes in the operation, implementation and delivery of, including state and federal civil rights and disabilities laws. In particular, the contractor shall ensure that the Town Of Payson s obligation for program, facility and service accessibility in title II of the Americans with Disabilities Act are complied with in all activities arising under this contract, and shall hold harmless the Town of Payson for any and all loss, including but not limited to damages, costs or expenses, incurred or arising from any alleged violation of the Americans with Disabilities Act under the auspices of this contract unless resulting from an intentional or actual negligent act of the Town of Payson and its employees.

Failure to comply with the nondiscrimination or accessibility requirements herein shall be construed as nonperformance and may result in termination of funding, civil action or both.

Published 2016

June

28,

The Town of Payson will accept sealed Bids at the office of the Town Clerk, 303 North Beeline Highway, Payson, Arizona, 85541, until11:00 AM, MST on Thursday, July 21,2016 to provide all labor, materials for the FireWise fuels treatment of a portion of Rumsey Park. At that time, bids will be publicly opened and read aloud.

Bids must be clearly marked: Sealed Bid 2016 RUMSEY PARK FIREWISE TREATMENT PROJECT It is anticipated bids will be considered for award at the August 4, 2016 Town Council meeting. The Council reserves the right to reject any and all bids. Contract documents may be examined at the following locations: Town of Payson Town Clerk 303 North Beeline Highway Payson Arizona, 85541 All contractors interested in bidding this project shall obtain a complete bid package from the Town of Payson. Bid Packages may be obtained from the Town of Payson, Town Clerks Department, 303 N. Beeline Highway, Payson, Arizona, 85541, (928) 474-5242. A Pre-bid meeting will be held July 8, 2016 at 9:00AM in the Payson Fire Department, Station 11, Training Room, 300 W. Main St..

Bidder shall be an appropriately licensed Contractor in the State of Arizona.

Contractor shall comply with all federal, state and local nondiscrimination statutes in the operation, implementation and delivery of, including state and federal civil rights and disabilities laws. In particular, the contractor shall ensure that the Town Of Payson s obligation for program, facility and service accessibility in title II of the Americans with Disabilities Act are complied with in all activities arising under this contract, and shall hold harmless the Town of Payson for any and all loss, including but not limited to damages, costs or expenses, incurred or arising from any alleged violation of the Americans with Disabilities Act under the auspices of this contract unless resulting from an intentional or actual negligent act of the Town of Payson and its employees.

Failure to comply with the nondiscrimination or accessibility requirements herein shall be construed as nonperformance and may result in termination of funding, civil action or both.

16230: 7/8, 7/12, 7/15/2016 NOTICE (for publication) ARTICLES OF ORGANIZATION HAVE BEEN FILED IN THE OFFICE OF THE ARIZONA CORPORATION COMMISSION FOR I. Name: J AND D CONTRACTING OF TONTO BASIN, LLC File No. L-2096886-8 II. The address of the known place of business is: PO Box 453 / 174 W. Elmer Lane, Tonto Basin, AZ 85553.

III. The name and street address of the Statutory Agent is: Debra K. Morris, 174 W. Elmer Lane, Tonto Basin, AZ 85553.

(A) Management of the limite d liability company is vested in a manager or managers. The names and addresses of each person who is a manager AND each member who owns a twenty percent or greater interest in the capital or profits of the limited liability company are: William E. Morris, (x) manager, 174 W. Elmer Lane, Tonto Basin, AZ 85553; Debra K. Morris, (x) manager, 174 W. Elmer Lane, Tonto Basin, AZ 85553.

16231: 7/8, 7/12, 7/15/2016 ARTICLES OF ORGANIZATION 1.

ENTITY TYPE: LIMITED L I ABILITY COMPANY 2.

ENTITY NAME: REDN E C K PRINCESS LLC 3.

FILE NUMBER: L2099015 4.

STATUTORY AGENT NAME AND ADDRESS: Street Address: ALISA GORDON, 1100 N. PONDEROSACIRCLE, PAYSON, AZ 85541.

5.

ARIZONA KNOWN P L A C E OF BUSINESS ADDRESS: 1100 N. PONDEROSA CIRCLE, PAYSON, AZ 85541.

6.

D U R A T I O N : Perpetual 7.

MANAGEMENT S T R U C -

TURE: Member-Managed The names and addresses of all Members are: 1.

ALISA GORDON, 1100 N .

PONDEROSACIRCLE, PAYSON, AZ 85541.

ORGANIZER: RICHARD HERRERA; 6/6/2016 16233: 7/8, 7/12, 7/15/2016 NOTICE (for publication) ARTICLES OF ORGANIZATION HAVE BEEN FILED IN THE OFFICE OF THE ARIZONA CORPORATION COMMISSION FOR I. Name: BOOKWORM BOOKKEEPING, LLC File No. L-2094274-0 II. The address of the known place of business is: 100 W. Frontier Street, No. 1655, Payson, AZ 85547.

III. The name and street address of the Statutory Agent is: Robert Huber, 1861 N. Kolb Road, Tucson, AZ 85715.

(A) Management of the limite d liability company is vested in a manager or managers. The names and addresses of each person who is a manager AND each member who owns a twenty percent or greater interest in the capital or profits of the limited liability company are: Lori Lynch, (x) manager, 100 W. Frontier Street, No. 1655, Payson, AZ 85547; Lynch Living Trust, (x) member, 100 W. Frontier Street, No. 1655, Payson, AZ 85547.

16234: 7/8, 7/12, 7/15/2016 NOTICE (for publication) ARTICLES OF ORGANIZATION HAVE BEEN FILED IN THE OFFICE OF THE ARIZONA CORPORATION COMMISSION FOR I. Name: RIM CONS T R U C TION SERVICES, LLC File No. L-2094306-2 II. The address of the known place of business is: 100 W. Frontier Street, No. 1655, Payson, AZ 85547.

III. The name and street address of the Statutory Agent is: Robert Huber, 1861 N. Kolb Road, Tucson, AZ 85715.

(A) Management of the limite d liability company is vested in a manager or managers. The names and addresses of each person who is a manager AND each member who owns a twenty percent or greater interest in the capital or profits of the limited liability company are: Lori Lynch, (x) manager, 100 W. Frontier Street, No. 1655, Payson, AZ 85547; Lynch Living Trust, (x) member, 100 W. Frontier Street, No. 1655, Payson, AZ 85547.

16235: 7/12, 7/15, 7/19/2016 NOTICE (for publication) ARTICLES OF ORGANIZATION HAVE BEEN FILED IN THE OFFICE OF THE ARIZONA CORPORATION COMMISSION FOR I. Name: INVISIBLESURVIVORS . COM LLC File No. 16 N. Star Vale Dr. Spc 91, Star Valley, AZ 85541.

II. The address of the known place of business is: Paul Hanley, 16 N. Star Vale Dr. Spc 91, Star Valley, AZ 85541.

III. The name and street address of the Statutory Agent is: (A) Management of the limite d liability company is vested in a manager or managers. The names and addresses of each person who is a manager AND each member who owns a twenty percent or greater interest in the capital or profits of the limited liability company are: Paul Hanley, (x) member, (x) manager, 16 N. Star Vale Dr. Spc 91, Star Valley, AZ 85541.

16237: 7/12, 7/15, 7/19/2016 ARTICLES OF ORGANIZATION 1.

ENTITY TYPE: LIMITED L I ABILITY COMPANY 2.

ENTITY NAME: THE W O L F MANOR LLC 3.

FILE NUMBER: L21036527 4.

STATUTORY AGENT NAME AND ADDRESS: Street Address: SANDI JEAN WOLF, 2003 W. FAIRWAY LN, PAYSON, AZ 85541.

5.

ARIZONA KNOWN P L A C E OF BUSINESS ADDRESS: 2003 W. FAIRWAY LN, PAYSON, AZ 85541.

6.

D U R A T I O N : Perpetual 7.

MANAGEMENT S T R U C TURE: Member-Managed The names and addresses of all Members are: 1.

SANDI JEAN WOLF, 2 0 0 3 W. FAIRWAY LN, PAYSON, AZ 85541 2.

GEOFFREY T WOLF, 2 0 0 3 W. FAIRWAY LN, PAYSON, AZ 85541 ORGANIZER: Sandi J Wolf; 6/29/2016

Payson Roundup LOCAL Tuesday, July 12, 2016

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CLUBS AND ORGANIZATIONS Payson Art League

senior center fun

The Payson Art League meets at 6 p.m., Tuesday, July 12 at the Payson Public Library, 328 N McLane.

A “Show and Share” and refreshments opens the evening, followed by a short business meeting and program.

Mary Clark of Whispering Hope Ranch is the presenter. For details: http:// www.paysonartleague.org or call Sally Myers, 928-472-8651.

Rim Country 4 Wheelers

Members of the Rim Country 4 Wheelers (RC4W) invite anyone interested in four-wheel-drive back road travel to join them at 8 a.m. Wednesdays 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. 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, 928600-9009.

87 Mountain Biking Club meets at 4 p.m. every Wednesday at the 87 Cyclery shop, 907 S. Beeline Highway.

It has group trail rides throughout Gila County for every level of rider.

Everyone is encouraged to join and learn about all the great mountain biking trails Payson and the surrounding area has to offer.

For details call 928-478-6203.

Rim Country Rotary Club

The Rim Country Rotary Club meets at 6:45 a.m. Thursdays at the Cedar Ridge Restaurant of the Mazatzal Hotel & Casino.

For more information, go online to www.rimcountryrotary.

The Payson Senior Center, 514 W. Main, Payson, has lots of activities for members to enjoy, plus it serves congregate meals at noon, Monday through Thursday for only $3 per plate for members.

Kiwanis meeting The Kiwanis Club of Zane Grey Country meets on Thursdays at 7 a.m. at Tiny’s Restaurant. For more information about Zane Grey Kiwanis, please visit www.zanegreykiwanis.com.

Payson TOPS meeting TOPS 373 (Take Off Pounds Sensibly) is a weight loss support group for anybody wishing to drop those extra unhealthy pounds — sensibly.

It meets every Thursday morning.

Weigh-in starts at 7 a.m. and the program is from 8 a.m. to 8:50 a.m.

Meetings are in the two-story building across from Walmart (formerly known as the Senior Circle), 215 N. Beeline Highway. For details call Ilona at (928) 472-3331.

Bridge results Winners at Ladies Tuesday Bridge

A Seasoned and Compassionate Realtor For over 20 years I have worked for my clients to make their real estate transaction as effortless as possible.

Let me put my experience to work for you!

Dawn Brunson (928) 978-0748

ATTORNEY

Mogollon Sporting Association

BISHOP REALTY

The Mogollon Sporting Association (MSA) is a nonprofit, 501C-3 organization that formed in March of 1993. Its mission is to raise funds to benefit youth and wildlife conservation programs throughout the Rim Country.

The MSA meets at 6:15 p.m. each Thursday at the Payson School District Board Room. New members are welcomed and encouraged to attend. For more information, visit the website at www.msapayson.org or call James Goughnour at 480-495-1351.

The Mountain Village Foundation meets every second Thursday of each month at 5 p.m. to socialize, with the meeting at 6 p.m.

The foundation’s mission is to help the children in need in Pine and Strawberry; sometimes it also provides a helping hand to a family in need.

The group has several fund-raisers a year. To learn more, call (928) 4765940 for meeting place. Donations, by check, may be sent to Mountain Village Foundation, P.O. Box 715, Pine, AZ 85544.

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87 Mountain Biking Club

Payson Lions Charitable Foundation and its parent Payson Lions Club serve Rim Country by conducting service and fund-raising projects to help those in need of eye exams and eyeglasses as well as hearing exams and hearing aids.

Membership in Lions is open to all adults interested in giving something back to their community. Meetings are held at at 6 p.m. on the second and fourth Thursday at the Crosswinds Restaurant at the Payson Airport.

Mountain Village Foundation

Soroptimists

The local Soroptimist club invites all women who are interested in working with and for the community to improve the status of women to join members for lunch at Tiny’s, 600 E. Highway 260, Payson, at noon Wednesdays.

Anyone interested should contact Jean Oliver, 928-474-6167; or Audrey Wilson, 928-468-3108.

Payson Lions Club

Certified Holistic Registered Nurse.

She will be doing a power-point presentation on food choices that present incredible opportunities for prevention, intervention and outcome in breast cancer.

The group meets at the Senior Apartments, 313 S. McLane (just past the high school on the corner of Wade & McLane).

The meeting is for anyone who has been diagnosed with breast cancer, be it just yesterday or 30 years ago.

For more details, call Ilona at 928472-3331.

Payson Senior Center The Payson Senior Center, 514 W. Main, activities include: • Zumba classes three times a week – Zumba with Bernie, 9 a.m., Monday and Wednesday; and New Zumba is at 8 a.m., Tuesday; • Daily yoga classes, 10 a.m., Monday and Wednesday and 9 a.m., Tuesday, Thursday, Friday; • Music – Music Makers, 10 a.m., Monday and Lobo, 10:30 a.m., Tuesday; • Weekly balance classes, 11:15 a.m., Monday and Thursday; • Dominoes, 12:45 p.m., Monday; • Bridge, 12:45, Monday; Ladies Bridge, 12:45 p.m., Tuesday; • Canasta, 12:45 p.m., Tuesday and Thursday; • Bible studies, 10:30 a.m., Wednesday; • Alzheimer’s Support Group – 1:30 p.m., the first and third Wednesday; • Bingo – free bingo is from 10 a.m. to 11 a.m., Thursday; cash prize bingo, 1 p.m., Friday, which benefits the Payson Senior Center and Payson Helping Payson; • Wood carving, 1 p.m., Thursday.

To learn more, call 928-474-4876.

National Alliance on Mental Illness

for July 5 were: Lynne De Voe, first; Carol Blann, second; Connie Gyde, third.

The players meet at 12:30 p.m. every Tuesday at the Senior Citizens Center, 514 W. Main St., Payson.

For information and reservations, call Connie Gyde, 928-468-6180 Winners at Wednesday Bridge for July 6 were: Wanda Sitz and Phon Sutton, first; Myrtle Warter and Sherry Proctor, second; Diane Bricker and Kathy Salvaggio, third.

For information and reservations, please call Kay Hutchinson at 928-4740287.

Breast Cancer Support Group

The Breast Cancer Support Group has a special presenter for its Thursday, July 14 meeting.

Dale Bellisfield, RN, HN-BC, RH is a Medical Herbalist and National Board-

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.

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Hot hiking on the Highline Trail

Highline Trail: 260 Trailhead to Horton Creek

How to get there: Both the Hatchery and 260 trailheads are easily reached by pavement. We dropped one vehicle off at the Hatchery Trailhead and another at the 260. Drive east of Payson on State Route 260. To reach the hatchery and leave your first vehicle, turn left just past Kohl’s Ranch onto Forest Service Road 289. Go several miles and park just before the Hatchery.

Head back to 260 and go east, turning left at the 260 trailhead.

Elevation: 6,660-6,120 feet Mileage: 17 miles according to the Forest Service map; 19 miles according to my GPS. Seasons: Spring and Fall Maps: Tonto National Forest Highline Trails Guide pamphlet, available free at the Payson Parks and Recreation office at Green Valley Park.

Open to: Hikers, mountain bikers and horseback riders. No motorized vehicles.

Safety Tip: Always treat the spring water. The trail is exposed to the sun in many areas so take lots of water. Campsites available at the See Canyon Trailhead. No fees.

Photo by Andrew Fiala

Wildflowers provide a spot of color along the first third of the Highline Trail, one of the most challenging, remote, iconic hiking trails in Rim Country. by

Alexis Bechman

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On the second day of our hike below the Mogollon Rim, I was beginning to wonder why I’d ever decided to hike the Highline Trail.

The trail rose and fell and rose and fell endlessly — with each steep decline winding up at the bottom of another blasted hill. We yo-yoed between 6,600 feet and 6,100 feet. Our toes tingling, our thighs quivering, our thoughts went into survival mode.

After two hours, we joked it had to be all downhill from here.

It wasn’t.

The summer sun beat down from a nearly cloudless sky, prompting us to dip our shirts and hats in every creek we passed. Smoke drifted up from the south, a 30,000-acre fire burning near

Young. The only wildlife consisted of basking, dusty red to speckled black horny toads, who seem unfazed even when Kiwi, our dog, curiously sniffed them out.

It took us eight hours to cover 19 miles of the Highline from the 260 Trailhead to the Fish Hatchery. In all, the trail runs 51 miles from the 260 trailhead to Pine. We went from east to west, hoping to take advantage of the overall drop from the 260 to Pine.

We’d initially hoped to do the entire trail in a week, but scheduling forced us to settle for a third of the trail in two days.

Remarkably, just a few months earlier, 96 ultra-marathon runners had tackled the entire Highline Trail, some running 51 miles in just less than 10 hours. The Zane Grey run has built a reputation as the toughest

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The 51-mile-long Highline Trail runs along the base of the Mogollon Rim, but constantly climbs in and out of drainages off the face of the Rim. 50-mile ultra-marathon event in the country.

I’d hiked the Grand Canyon, through the chasm of Paria Canyon, Grand Gulch and up Mt. Humphreys, but this hike had sat in my backyard, beckoning to be trekked. Unlike some places in the Rim Country, the Highline is easy to get to and the combination of connecting trails is endless. If you bring two cars, you

can even do the trail carrying minimal supplies, leaving camp gear at one vehicle.

In recent years, crews have been busy fixing up the trail, once badly damaged by the Dude Fire in 1990, which destroyed Zane Grey’s cabin.

The section we hiked showed evidence of recent trail work, ground a different color; redder, brighter and smoother where volunteers had

moved boulders, trimmed branches and reworked the trail to follow the contours of the land.

The Highline was an important route of travel for pioneers, homesteaders and local Indian tribes when it came into being in the early 1800s.

Many of the early ranches remain, horse corrals at every trailhead.

We happily set off on the Highline on a Tuesday and saw not one other person on the trail for the whole of our trip. Known officially as Trail 31, I found this quite serendipitous as I am 31 years old.

The route is quite civilized for the first four miles after you leave the 260 Trailhead, which has ample parking and pit toilets.

• See Highline Trail, page 16

Grandpa loves catching creek critters with kids There are some strange looking critters living in the waters of the East Verde River and Tonto Creek that are the delight of my grandsons. We call the excursions we take to find these creatures “creeking.” It is usually done May to September when the weather is warm enough to enjoy wading in the water in shorts and old sneakers.

We take a small beach bucket for each boy to collect their critters and a variety of JIM STROGEN nets with a small mesh.

Fishing Columnist Toy butterfly nets (possibly reinforced at home to avoid bending in the water) and aquarium nets work well, as does a 2’ by 3’ section of window screen stretched and tacked between two large dowels.

The strategy is pretty straightforward. The boys stand behind their nets in the current with the top of the net touching the bottom of the stream

LIFE on the FLY

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A strange world lurks beneath the still surface of the East Verde River. A net, a grandfather and a summer day can reveal deep secrets to little kids — and stoke a lifelong interest in nature. just below a promising stretch of creek with rocks or vegetation that looks like it could hold some interesting critters.

They then send me upstream 2 to 6 feet directly above the nets to carefully shuffle the rocks or vegetation with my

feet and dislodge anything that might be clinging to the rocks or plants. They keep the nets in place while the silt clears and we are confident that whatever was there had a chance to drift into their nets. They lift the nets out

of the water and carefully search for hidden crawling treasures. Sometimes there is nothing but leaves or pebbles in the net, but most times they get something interesting that they carefully take out of their net and put into

their collection bucket on the bank.

Even if you don’t have nets or a collection screen, you can have fun seeing what lives in the stream simply by carefully picking up the rocks from the water. Typically, you will see small aquatic insects holding tightly to the rock or scurrying about. You might see snails or snail eggs (a clear jelly-like mass). The most interesting critters for me when I pick up rocks are the caddisfly larvae that build their homes entirely out of sand, gravel, or plant material. Look for these homes on all sides of the rock, especially if it has been retrieved from faster stretches of the creek. The caddisfly larvae hide within their homes and feed by sticking their head out of the case if it is attached, or traveling along the stream bottom if it is not. If you pick up rocks, particularly large flat rocks very slowly and let the silt drift downstream, you will often see a crayfish walking around on the bottom where you just lifted the rock. Once you have examined your rock, try to put it back near where you removed it so that the critters are able to return to a similar area.

The East Verde haul usually

• See Fishing, page 16

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Highline Trail From page 15

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The Highline Trail requires hikers to gain and lose the same 500 feet of elevation repeatedly as it crawls along the base of the Mogollon Rim. Be sure to plan the trek with water in mind — since the trail crosses streams only at great intervals.

We covered just two miles in the first two hours, on a trail that’s mostly soft, compacted dirt thanks to the recent trail work.

Unlike most of the Rim area, the gnarly alligator juniper, scrub oak and manzanita dominate, rather than ponderosa pine.

The trail only occasional breaks out into the open for views of Rim Country below and the towering Mogollon Rim above.

The views are limited mostly to the forest and trail, although there are spots when you can look up and see the Rim towering a few hundred feet above, awash in a blanket of green.

We passed by the junction with the Drew Trail, which climbs up the face of the Rim. We continued east on the Highline. The trail falls for several miles into See Canyon. According to my Garmin GPS, we reached the See Canyon Trailhead in 7.5 miles compared to 6.3 miles on the trail guide. Recent trail work may account for the difference.

We thought we had reached See Canyon when we passed a small creek, the first of many on the trail. Not marked on the maps, it offered Kiwi a chance to cool down. We found the surrounding valley full of yellow columbine. We hiked on and, after a few turns, came to a wooden trail marker.

We set up camp and for the first time that day, several groups of people passed. The See Canyon parking area is only a few hundred feet from the creek.

We noted that we could have left a car at the See Canyon Trailhead to avoid carrying packs.

We also noted mountain biking from 260 to See Canyon would make a great day ride. Bring two vehicles and shuttle to avoid having to ride uphill back to 260.

We’d only covered 7.5 miles and could have easily hiked further. But we would have had to make another 7 miles to get to Horton Creek, the next water source. We decided to enjoy the creek at See Canyon instead.

As I sat on a boulder in the middle of the creek to cool off my feet, swarms of yellow butterflies flitted around the shore lined with equally neon yellow columbine.

We slept under a canopy of towering trees, with the sound of the creek and songbirds putting me to sleep.

As pleasant as our first day on the trail was, the second day proved challenging.

Immediately after leaving the See Canyon Trailhead parking lot, the Highline Trail, well, gets high. It immediately goes up several rungs of switchbacks as it winds toward Promontory Point.

The trail rises endlessly, with little evidence of trail maintenance.

However, silver diamond trail markers make following the trail easy. Look closely for marks carved into the trees decades ago.

We were glad we had loaded up our water bottles with filtered spring water at See Canyon as the path had fewer and fewer trees. Over the next few miles, we fell into a rhythm: climb, rest, rehydrate, hike down and repeat. As we hiked across the red dirt, we regularly saw horny toads and at one turn, a rattlesnake, which nosily announced its presence.

After an exceptionally hard climb, the trail finally gave way and we descended down into Horton Creek. We found a group of high school-aged teens enjoying the spring waters, their toes dipping into the frigid water from a couple of down logs.

By then, we had run low on water and again filled up on spring water after filtering it through a LifeStraw.

From here, the trail meanders another 3.5 miles to the Fish Hatchery. While mostly downhill, the trail slips in a few more climbs. It crosses under a set of electrical lines and out into exposed hot trail. Only here did we worry about our dog overheating as the afternoon temperatures pushed 90. When a small, unmarked creek appeared, we were glad she could rest. In another mile, the trail emptied out at the Tonto Creek.

Although we were eager to get back to the comforts of our modern lives, we also felt sad to leave behind the trail, which asked nothing of us and gave us so much, including that peace that comes once you realize you can’t turn back — but must finish the task. The trail always beckons me back, although at the end of nearly every trek I vow to toss my burly bag and boots off a cliff.

Today, I loaded up my gear and knew I would be back to tackle the rest of the Highline … eventually.

Fishing with kids From page 15 includes crayfish, damselfly nymphs, caddisfly larvae, and baby chubs. Tonto Creek will often yield crayfish, caddisfly larvae, mayfly nymphs, and black fly larvae. The crayfish can range in size from about an inch to well over 5 inches. They are a particular favorite of the boys as they like the challenge of grabbing the crayfish just behind where the claws connect to the crayfish body to avoid getting pinched. Since crayfish are an invasive species, the state of Arizona would love you to catch as many as you can (a fishing license is required to keep crayfish). They can be boiled like lobster and are very good eating.

We generally collect in a particular stream type (slow vs. fast water, rocky vs. vegetation) and return the critters to that particular stretch of water after we have had a chance to look at them closely in the bucket. We then move on to another area and try to predict what we are

likely to catch in this stretch.

If you would like to try this activity with your children or grandchildren, pretty much any stretch of the East Verde or Tonto Creek will work, just be careful of depth and current speed. We have a lot of success on the East Verde downstream from the 87 crossing or at 1st Crossing on Houston Mesa Road. If it is sunny and hot, the stretch directly under the bridge at 1st crossing provides relief. On Tonto Creek, the area by the single-lane bridge at the Horton Creek parking area is a great spot to look for critters.

If you head downstream closer to the 260 bridge, you will find many more crayfish than the upstream sections of Tonto Creek.

My grandsons usually make a list of the activities that they want to do when they come to visit us, and creeking is often near the top of their list. If you are looking for something cool and fun to do with your kids during the heat of the day, give this a try.