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Monsoon Mayhem by

Michele Nelson

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Monday, Tuesday and Wednesday the skies opened up with flashes and crashes of lightning and thunder that shook the foundations of buildings.

Thursday the possibility for crazy storms was 70 percent and by Friday that number dropped to 50 percent. Saturday is predicted to have a 30 percent chance, dropping to just a whisper of a chance of rain on Sunday as the National Weather

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Payson still seeks its economic ‘heart’ Oft-frustrated plans for Main Street still seen as vital to town’s future

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To attract new businesses and workers, Payson needs to offer them something. The town needs to become a livable community with restaurants, recreation and entertainment to create a trade center for Gila County and attract more visitors, according to the Greater Payson Area Economic Development Strategic Plan.

In previous stories, we looked at the current economic climate and increasing wages through education, new businesses and entrepreneurship. In Part

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III, we look at infrastructure, including Main Street, the event center, trails and the airpark.

Alexis Bechman

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Main Street/American Gulch For years, Main Street has struggled to find its footing.

Once the main thoroughfare through town, growth shifted with the construction of the Beeline Highway. At more than a mile long, Main Street has plenty of space for new development, like restaurants and shops. However, the length of the street also deters pedestrians.

l o o h c S S O D D I K by

Peter Aleshire

Three Republican candidates for the Arizona Corporation Commission took starkly different positions on whether to force Arizona Public Service to disclose the millions it reportedly spent to influence the commission race two years ago.

Incumbent Bob Burns said he would continue to crusade to force APS to detail the reported $3.2 million it spent on a “dark money” campaign to get two Republican incumbents elected in 2014. He has pushed APS to open its books to the commission for months, even obtaining an Arizona Attorney General’s opinion saying he had the right as a commissioner to demand the disclosure.

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The boys are back in town by

Keith Morris

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Payson offers fun for the entire family today and Saturday with events surrounding the Arizona State University football team’s visit to Camp Tontozona.

The team practices at Camp Tontozona from 8:30 a.m. to 11 a.m. today at the camp, located east of Payson on Highway 260.

The Sun Devils were scheduled to open practice at Camp Tontozona on Wednesday, but Tuesday’s heavy rain forced coach Todd Graham to move the practice to Rumsey Park’s multi-purpose field, which features a new artificial turf field. It’s possible more practices could be moved to Rumsey Park if the rains continue.

Payson, in coordination with Sun Devil Football, presents the Second Annual Sun Devil Football Pep Rally from 5 p.m. to 9 p.m. today at Green

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Jake Sopeland peered into Kirstin McKee’s kindergarten class to grab one last peek at his daughter Vera before the loud speaker boomed, “We love you parents, but bye-bye.”

He said Vera was thrilled to start school.

“She could hardly sleep last night,” he said. “Her best friend is in class with her.”

Jake, along with what seemed to be all the parents of kindergarten through second-grade students in the Payson Unified School District, brought their children to the first day of class at Payson Elementary School before 8 a.m.

So many parents drove their students to school that the school parking lot overflowed into the church across the street — which then overflowed onto the grass field next to the building.

Each year, the three classes line up on the playground in the back of

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The length also makes it hard to locate the “heart” of Main Street — and of Payson. The town made several faltering attempts to fix Main Street .

In 2003, the Green Valley Redevelopment Area Committee presented the American Gulch Plan featuring a walking/biking path down the south side of the street, following the American Gulch. The 200-foot-wide channel would have a bike path and a pedestrian path as it followed the low-flow channel.

In all, the plan had a $4.7 million price tag.

The town recently secured grant funds to begin a

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Kindergarten teacher Kirstin McKee put her kids at ease this week on their first day of school.

Sun Devils return to Payson for Tontozona football camp workout

Valley Park, located at 1000 W. Country Club in Payson.

The event features activities for the whole family, including a presentation by the Sun Devil Spirit Squad, the Sun Devils’ mascot Sparky, football competitions and games, a football obstacle course, alumni autographs, motivational speakers and food vendors.

The Sun Devils wrap up their stay at Camp Tontozona with their Maroon & Gold Practice at 9:30 a.m. Saturday, followed by players signing autographs for fans. Large crowds are expected, so arrive early. Parking is available on a closed section of Highway 260 near the entrance to the camp. Expect a long walk to the playing field from Highway 260.

The weekend concludes with the Glow In The Bowl Family Fun Run in Green Valley Park at 8 p.m. Saturday.

Anyone wishing to sign up can do so from 6 p.m. to 7:30 p.m. at the park.

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The Sun Devils go through drills on the opening day of fall practice on Wednesday morning. Coach Todd Graham shifted the practice to Rumsey Park, which features a new artificial turf surface that was installed in the past year, after Tuesday’s heavy rain left the grass field at Camp Tontozona unplayable. Lakeside Blue Ridge High graduate Danny Groebner (88), a senior walk-on player this year, is pictured in the center. For information on events like the Pep Rally today, the open practice on Saturday and the family events in Green Valley Park, call 928-472-5110.

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Service predicted a drying trend.

Yet as the possibility of rain diminished, the temperatures rose steadily from the mid 80s to the low 90s during the course of the week.

Good news for outdoor activities during the weekend.

In between, Rim Country residents had to worry about flash floods.

The National Weather Service had a flash flood warning for Northern Gila County up to the Grand Canyon and over to the White Mountains through Wednesday evening.

Earlier in the week, flash floods filled creeks in the Rim Country and underpasses in Phoenix.

Angie Lucchesi sent in a video of a terrifyingly fascinating flash flood moving along Pyeatt Draw. Instead of water, the

flash flood moved forward as a wall of logs and sticks with not a drop in sight. As the wall moved through the forest, it picked up more lumber making a crunching and popping sound as it moved.

Lucchesi quickly stopped shooting when she realized if she didn’t drive quickly, she would be stuck on the wrong side of the crossing.

The NWS cautions people to turn around when encountering a stream or waterway that is flooded.

“Most flood deaths occur in vehicles,” said the NWS on its website. “Excessive runoff from heavy rainfall will cause flooding of small creeks and streams ... urban areas, highways ... streets and underpasses as well as other drainage areas and low lying spots.”

On Tuesday, pictures of underpasses so flooded cars floated like boats filled the Internet and TV news stations.

The NWS explained that deep moisture in the atmosphere created torrential rainfall that made driving difficult.

The weather service cautioned that disturbances in the atmosphere could keep the stormy weather volatile until the drying period starts during the weekend.

Despite the Roosevelt area receiving more rain than any of the other reservoirs (.66 inches in the last day) in the Salt River Project system, it remains at 41 percent of its capacity.

Tonto Creek, however, flowed at 1,153 percent of normal on Tuesday pouring into Roosevelt at 173 cubic feet per second.

Normally, the Tonto trickles in at 15 cfs.

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Get ready for the Northern Gila County Fair The Northern Gila County Fair is a little more than a month away, so it is time to start planning what you want to enter.

Show off your talents in a variety of areas and win a little bit money and bragging rights too.

The fair is being held at the Payson Event Center, from Friday, Sept. 9 through Sunday, Sept. 11.

It features exhibits in agriculture and horticulture; floriculture; homemaking arts; domestic science; canning; hobbies and handicrafts; minerals and lapidary; fine arts; photography; school exhibits; livestock and

small animals; and more. There is no charge for entries, however to participate, an individual must be a resident of the county, residing here for 30 days prior to the fair. Non-animal entries must have been made during the year of the current fair. Details for entries can be found on the fair’s website, northerngilacountyfair.com and will be in the fair’s premium books when they are released.

The non-animal entries must be brought to the fair between 1 p.m. and 6 p.m., Wednesday, Sept. 7 and collected between 5 p.m. and 6 p.m., Sunday, Sept. 11. Large and small livestock

exhibit entries will be accepted from 8 a.m. to 10 a.m., Thursday, Sept. 8.

Small animal entries may be collected at noon, Sunday, Sept. 11. Judging takes place Thursday.

The fair opens to the public at 8 a.m., Friday, Sept. 9 and closes at 9 p.m.; Saturday, Sept. 10, hours are from 8 a.m. to 9 p.m.; and Sunday, Sept. 11, exhibits may be viewed from 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. Admission on Friday and Sunday is $1 per person; Saturday admission is $5 for adults and $3 for children 13 and under; after 2 p.m., those 3 and younger will be admitted free.

Friday events include: Opening Ceremony, 9 a.m.; Kids Day arena activities from 9 a.m. to noon; open livestock show begins at 10 a.m., with goats at noon, sheep at 1 p.m., steers at 1:30 p.m., and swine at 3 p.m.; draft horse barrel racing is at 5 p.m.; and the open horse show is at 6 p.m.

Saturday the small stock show is from 8:30 a.m. to noon; draft horse event is from 10 a.m. to 11 a.m.; 4-H/ FFA horse show is at 11:30 a.m.; the livestock auction is at 3 p.m.; the Ranch Rodeo and Bronc Riding event is at 7 p.m.; a dance takes place at 9 p.m.

Ranch Rodeo events include: cow milking; doctoring; stray gathering; and trailer loading. Teams of four may compete for $50 per person and individuals may enter events twice so long as it is with a different team.

To compete in bronc riding is $100 per person with 100 percent payback.

Sunday Cowboy Church is at 8 a.m.; round robin is at 9 a.m.; livestock judging is at 10 a.m.; draft horse event, 10 a.m.; 4-H/FFA dog show, 11 a.m.

For questions, contact Connie Cockrell, chair of the Northern Gila County Fair board, at 928-478-6793 or email Connie.Cockrell@gmail.com.

Dark money dominates commission debate From page 1 APS refused his demand and the rest of the commission has declined to back him up, saying APS had a First Amendment right to spend all the money it wants without disclosing where it came from under the terms of the U.S. Supreme Court’s Citizens United decision. Siding with APS were Tom Forese and Doug Little, who benefited from the APS dark money campaign.

“When the utility spends $3.2 million to get two people elected, they are attempting to gain undue influences,” Commissioner Burns told the Payson Tea Party on Tuesday. “That puts the ratepayer at an undue disadvantage — and you get higher rates. The $3.2 million was legally spent — that comes from a U.S. Supreme Court ruling. However, they hid the money.

They donated to a nonprofit organization, which financed the campaign. We don’t have absolute proof.

I believe we ought to have proof. I have been attempting for the last 18 months to gain access to APS’s books — I want to make the point if they do it again in another election.”

Among other things, Burns said the commission has a right to know whether APS used ratepayer funds for the political campaign, especially since it is now seeking an 8 percent rate increase.

However, Rick Gray — a former state lawmaker — insisted that APS has a right to spend all it wants, without ever disclosing the source of the

money or what it spent that money on.

“It’s a Supreme Court case that says candidates have a right not to disclose. The two other candidates pushing that are Democrats,” said the former daycare operator to the group, which normally fervently supports Republicans.

Democrats Bill Mundell and Tom Chabin also appeared in Payson this week, speaking at a Democratic gathering on Thursday. They both support forcing APS to disclose its spending. Only two Democrats are running for the three commission seats, which means they’ll face in the November election the three out of five Republicans who win in the August primary. Newly appointed Commissioner Andy Tobin is also seeking election as a Republican.

He has refused to support Burns request to force disclosure. Former state lawmaker Al Melvin is the fifth Republican candidates and he also says the commission should not force disclosure. He was scheduled to appear in Payson on Tuesday but did not show up.

Former Chandler Mayor and Superior Court Judge Boyd Dunn, running in the Republican primary, came down somewhere in the middle on the controversy, when pressed in follow-up questions by an audience that openly applauded Burns’ insistence on disclosure.

“As a judge, I have to focus on the law,” said Boyd.

He said in the Supreme Court’s Citizen’s United decision, the justices

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Three of the five Republican candidates for the Arizona Corporation Commission addressed the Payson Tea Party this week when the discussion turned to whether the commission should force APS to disclose a reported $3 million in spending to influence the last commission election. Former Superior Court Judge Boyd Dunn (left) said he would have to research the issue. Former state lawmaker Rick Gray (center) said APS has a free speech right to keep spending secret. Incumbent Commissioner Bob Burns (right) has been trying to make APS disclose its political spending for the past 18 months. said that while corporations have a right to spend as much money as they want on independent political campaigns — the states or Congress can determine whether to require the corporations to at least disclose what they spend and what they spent it on.

For instance, California requires disclosure.

However, the Arizona Legislature this year passed Senate Bill 1516, which made it almost impossible to force disclosure. The bill swore off any state responsibility for regulating dark money groups. State lawmakers left it up to the Internal Revenue Service to determine whether the

groups meet the terms of the law as nonprofit organizations that don’t spend all their money on politics. They also repealed most penalties should any dark money group break the rules. The dark money groups have set up a network of nominal nonprofit groups through which corporations like APS funnel their money to avoid disclosure or spending limits. The law also allows lawmakers to bundle up special interest contributions and pass them along to other candidates without disclosing the source.

Dunn said the passage of that state law might pre-empt the Corporation Commission from forcing disclosure

of the dark money spending by the groups it regulates.

In the midst of his long and complicated answer, someone in the audience yelled, “yes or no?”

Dunn plowed on. “It’s easy to say yes or no. I have to view Arizona law. I have to understand what Arizona law requires. I was an assistant attorney general. That’s going to be a decision I have to weigh. Sometimes litigation is a way to solve that issue. I don’t know if the attorney general’s ruling (that a single commissioner had a right to demand disclosure) was before or after SB 1516. There would be a conflict I would have to consider.”

Payson students flock to campus for new year From page 1 the school to divide up by teachers before being led into classrooms.

Parents stand with their children, clutching hands for one last farewell before they start their 12-year odyssey to adulthood.

Some follow their children into the school to help with a last-minute clothing adjustment or hug and kiss or a peek into the classroom.

Principal Gail Milton said this first day went better than last year. This is Milton’s second year as principal.

“It went much smoother,” she said.

Only one little boy remained on the playground after everyone had gone into the school.

P.E. teacher Judy Perham got down to his level, coaxed his name out of him and promptly delivered him to his new classroom, leaving the playground empty after its influx of humanity.

In McKee’s classroom, the students immediately got down to the important task of coloring.

McKee, a second-year PUSD teacher with experience in other districts, calmly walked around the room, quietly answering questions or touching a student softly to reassure them.

The kindergarten year sets the foundation for a child’s future in school.

“We rest upon many kindergarten teachers’ shoulders,” said one former

longtime teacher.

By the time a kindergartner finishes her first year of the school, she can recognize, sound out and write every letter in the alphabet. She can also write simple words such as cat and dog, and then put those words in a simple sentence.

In math, kids will not only learn to write and recognize numbers from 1 to 30, they will start addition and subtraction.

But don’t forget about shapes.

Kindergartners learn and can describe simple shapes from a circle to a square and the difference between a rectangle and triangle.

The students will also learn the seasons and the days of the week.

But most importantly, they learn how to function in a classroom setting from lining up quietly to sitting crisscross applesauce in a circle.

McKee’s room had whole alphabets tacked up on each wall of her classroom.

She had a huge blow-up globe and a map of the United States both on the wall and as a carpet in the back of the room.

She also had a list of Ways to Become Mrs. McKee’s Helpers, including line leader, teacher’s helper, door holder, calendar caboose custodian, lunch carrier, and attendance.

After all the parents had vacated the school and the day started in earnest with the schoolwide pledge of

Students at Payson Elementary School started a new year of classes this week. allegiance, a moment of silence and announcements, McKee had the children sit in a circle to start the hard work of getting to know everyone.

“I have a little song we sing,” she said.

Then she launched into “Hickity, pickity bumblebee — won’t you say for your name for me?”

The 2016-17 school year officially had officially launched as McKee’s students spoke their names and met

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Before anyone knows it, those kindergartners will be on the stage singing holiday carols, then getting out for summer ready to start first grade next year.

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• Aug. 7, 1782: Gen. George Washington creates the “Badge for Military Merit,” a purple silk decoration to be presented to soldiers for meritorious action. In 1932, the U.S. War Department announced the creation of the Purple Heart.

• Aug. 5, 1914: The world’s first electric traffic signal is put into place in Cleveland. Four pairs of red and green lights, each mounted on a corner post, served as stop-go indicators.

• Aug. 6, 1928: Renowned pop artist Andy Warhol is born in Pittsburgh.

He took literally the advice of an art teacher who said he should paint the things he liked. Warhol liked ordinary things, such as canned soup and soft drinks, and so he painted them.

• Aug. 4, 1944: The Nazi Gestapo captures 15-year-old Jewish diarist Anne Frank and her family in a sealedoff area of an Amsterdam warehouse.

The Franks had taken shelter there in 1942 out of fear of deportation to a Nazi concentration camp and were aided by Christian friends.

Dark money has corrupted our system.

The U.S. Supreme Court’s Citizens United decision destroyed the never completely effective restrictions on the outright purchase of politicians that existed in the good old days of contribution limits and full disclosure. Now, “dark money” special interest groups can spend all the money they like and keep it all secret.

As a result, the dark money tide the decision unleashed poses a grave threat to our Democracy.

But what can an ordinary voter do?

The politicians benefiting from the dark money spending have refused to act.

Congress won’t require dark money groups to disclose their spending.

And the Arizona Legislature has actually made it even harder to figure out who’s bribing whom. SB 1516 turned over oversight of the dark money groups to the Internal Revenue Service, of all people. It also repealed serious penalties for anyone inept enough to violate the pathetic remaining restrictions. Finally, legislators voted to allow lawmakers themselves to act as bag men for the special interest groups — gathering up these bribes with a wink and a smile and passing the money along to other lawmakers, all without revealing the source of the money to voters.

So we’re helpless, right?

Well, there’s something you can do.

The most outrageous dark money campaign in the last election took place in the Arizona Corporation Commission race. Reportedly, Arizona Public Service spent more than $3 million to ensure the election of Republicans Doug Little and Tom Forse to the commission that sets the utility’s rates.

Forse and Little have done APS’s bidding ever since they got in.

One member of the commission took offense at this back-door corruption of the constitutionally established commission, which regulates utilities with a monopoly to provide water and power. Commissioner Bob Burns tried hard to get his fellow Republican commissioners to support him — but they turned a deaf ear.

Then he went to the Arizona Attorney General seeking an opinion as to whether he could legally force APS to open its books. Attorney General Mark Brnovich said he did have the right to force APS to open its books — but probably not Pinnacle West, the utility’s parent company.

APS continued to ignore Burns, saying it had the right to keep its spending secret under the terms of Citizens United.

So now Burns has hired a lawyer to go investigate whether the utility company has exercised undue influence over the regulators. Mind you, the commissioners in the spring will decide whether to grant the utility an 8 percent increase and a new standby charge that could drive many solar companies under.

So what can you do?

Well, turns out voters in November will fill three seats on the Arizona Corporation Commission.

Burns is seeking re-election.

So is incumbent Andy Tobin, who has refused to force APS to disclose its federal spending.

The other three Republicans have all made appearances in Payson — and none support Burns in his dogged, brave quest to protect the integrity of the commission.

So here’s what you can do.

The Aug. 30 primary ballot will hit mailboxes this week or next. You can vote three of the five Republicans.

Don’t do it.

Just vote for Burns.

If he gets far more votes than his fellow Republicans, voters will have sent a clear message to the commission — and to the state Legislature as well.

At that point, whoever wins the other two Republican nominations will have a stark choice.

If they decide to protect APS’s secrets and cast aside the honor of the corporation commission, then voters can elect the two Democrats running unopposed in their own primary. Former lawmakers Bill Mundell and Tom Chapin both say they would force APS and any other utility regulated by the commission to disclose its spending. If elected with Burns, this would provide a commission majority for that position and send a resounding message from the voters.

On the other hand, the Republicans now refusing to force APS to disclose its spending could change their tune before the general election.

In that case, voters can sort through their various positions to pick the best advocate for consumers.

But right now, it’s about dark money, the corruption of the commission and the arrogance of special interest groups.

So, Republicans — when it comes time to mark your ballot for the corporation commission, vote for Bob Burns.

Leave the other boxes blank.

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State control a disaster Editor: Letting the state take control of federal lands would be a disaster.

Note that the state wildland fire near Wickenburg killed 18 firefighters and destroyed numerous homes and businesses. The state then went to court with a $1,000-per-hour attorney to deny the firefighters’ families benefits. That was just a few thousand acres, and now they want to have millions!

Toll booths would spring up all over the state.

Want to go fishing at C.C. Cragin Reservoir? Fine. $10 per vehicle, $5 per person, $5 per boat for daily use. Want to camp overnight? Just double the fees.

And this would be statewide.

Sounds like the same legislators who got a ban on photo radar nearly statewide. But this should be expected, since they only work for the affluent.

Since the affluent seem to cause most of the speeding tickets, they are the ones who want it banned!

Star Valley could attest to that. But since Star Valley has some extra photo radar cameras, maybe they could work a deal with Gila County to transfer them up here to Strawberry and maybe Pine.

It seems that on Friday night and Saturday morning, when the Valley people turn off Highway 87 onto Fossil Creek Road, they see the speed limit signs that say 25 mph, they show their dyslexia by driving 52 mph, and that is just the autos. When they off-load their quads, it’s even worse. It is not as bad now that Fossil Creek Road is now in front of the gate, preventing Pine/Strawberry Fire and Tonto Rim Search & Rescue from getting lifesaving people and equipment down the road!

So keep the state from federal lands and move the gate on Fossil Creek Road right up to the trailhead so they can park there!

R. Cleland

What wonderful parks Editor: Just a note of thanks and appreciation to our town’s park employees.

Green Valley Park is the jewel of this town and our Parks Department employees make it sparkle year-round. Regardless of the season, and how many water foul visit, this park is always immaculate, and manicured to perfection.

Rumsey Park has recently received funds for improvements, but those improvements for the most part were made by these same men and women who keep our parks gorgeous. The ball fields look professional, and are always clean and tidy even after the rowdiest of tournaments.

Again, thank you for providing very beautiful places for everyone to enjoy.

Ted Paulk

The kids are listening Editor: I suspect that most adults think of the brouhaha that is going on in politics as something that has nothing much to do with our children.

Unfortunately, that is not true. A recent poll of teachers by the Southern Poverty Law Center, a respected non-partisan organization that tracks hate groups, found that 67 percent of the teachers reported that the presidential campaign “is having a profoundly negative effect on school children across the country.”

It is producing an alarming level of fear and

anxiety among children of color. Many are scared of what the outcome of the election might mean for their family.

Teachers are finding themselves comforting crying children who are afraid of what might happen if Mr. Trump is elected.

One young boy came to school with his birth certificate and his Social Security card for fear of deportation, which also suggests the concerns of his family.

Additionally, teachers reported that years of work with anti-bullying campaigns are in jeopardy.

Older kids, embolden by what they see on TV, are once again harassing others who are different from them. The incidence of such behavior is increasing and often disrupts classrooms when teachers dare to try to teach current events.

While most of us around here might never have thought about the effects of the election on kids, we would do well to consider it, and think about what kind of country we want to have when we cast our vote.

Marilyn Decker

He’s my hero now Editor: My car broke down (recently) on Arizona State Highway 87 near Sunflower around noon. I was assisted by Officer Seth Meeske.

I know Officer Meeske has a reputation for heroism, and yesterday, he was my hero. He arrived quickly after I called for assistance, and he stayed with me for hours when there was no tow truck available (too many other local accidents). He finally moved my car to a safer location farther from the road and offered to drive me to Payson, where a family member could pick me up. He helped me secure my car so that it could be left for whatever tow truck could eventually be assigned to it hours later.

I am an older woman, and I felt very vulnerable out there in 102-degree heat in a small, 4-cylinder car. He was very kind, and he made me feel protected and secure.

I am grateful to DPS for providing highway assistance service and for having Officer Meeske assigned to this work.

Joan Risley

Throw ’em out!

Editor: Both our United States government and our Arizona state government are run by children. They don’t/won’t cooperate or compromise, their agendas are self-serving, and their two main objectives are as follows: Either get elected or get re-elected.

Either keep their party in power and influence or do whatever it takes to acquire power and influence for your party.

I don’t care if the lawmakers that represent me are Democrats, Republicans, conservatives, liberals, or Tea Party members. However, I do want them to be competent, intelligent, and willing to get things accomplished in the public interest without resorting to threats, sit-ins, or gamesmanship.

It’s time for a new crop of lawmakers to be voted into office in both Washington, D.C. and in Phoenix.

The probability of brand new lawmakers being any worse than the current group we have is exceedingly small.

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Spotted owls complicate thinning by

Peter Aleshire

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The mysterious and often confusing needs of Mexican spotted owls play a key role in developing the blueprint for thinning more than a million acres of Rim Country forests.

Conventional wisdom says the endangered rodent-hunting raptor can’t survive without old-growth forest with big trees and interlocking branches in which to nest and hunt.

But recent research suggests the assumed needs of this key old-growth-dependent species may be more guesswork than fact.

The complicated, sometimes-contradictory effort to figure out how to save dwindling species like the Mexican spotted owl demonstrates the thorny conflicts in managing a complex system like a forest one species at a time.

For instance, researchers long assumed Mexican spotted owls could not survive without dense stands of preferably oldgrowth trees to nest in, with the interlocking branches of a closed canopy to provide shelter and cool niches. The theory held that the agile owls could forage in a dense forest more effectively than their competitors — and predators — like red-tailed hawks and great horned owls.

As a result, the U.S. Forest Service imposed restrictions on restoration and logging projects as it tried to meet its legal requirement to protect threatened and endangered species.

The spotted owl requirements have slowed thinning projects and prompted the Forest Service to leave many more thickets of trees when it finally does approve a thinning project.

However, a series of studies recently challenged those assumptions. The studies found that Mexican spotted owls didn’t necessarily flee burned areas — and apparently nest and forage in burned and thinned areas more readily than conventional wisdom suggested.

The debate about the needs of Mexican spotted owls has huge relevance to Rim Country as the Forest Service works its way through a massive environmental impact statement needed to thin 1.2 million acres in Rim Country.

Biologists have mapped hundreds of spotted owl nesting and foraging areas, mostly by tromping through the forest playing owl calls and listening for a response.

That allowed them to map hundreds of Mexican spotted owl sites in the 1.2 million acres, most on top of the Rim or in the steep canyons leading off the face of the Rim. So the assumptions about the needs of Mexican spotted owls will have a big impact on the thinning projects ultimately approved.

The Forest Service wants to reduce average tree densities from 700 per acre to somewhere between 13 and 125 per acre.

The draft environmental study concedes that the needs of the owls are more flexible and complicated than we’ve assumed. As a result, the final plan will have to rely on guesswork and reasonable assumptions.

The draft analysis concluded none of the existing studies conclusively show the impact of wildfires on the Mexican spotted owl found in Arizona. Some studies showed the owls fled the area after a high-intensity burn. Others showed them remaining in their nest areas, even when the fires burned through or near the thicker areas of forest where the owls preferred to nest.

The uncertainties make it hard to predict how the owls will react to thinning projects, controlled burns and managed wildfires.

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Studies suggest that high-intensity wildfires pose a far greater risk to endangered Mexican spotted owls than the disturbance caused by thinning projects, controlled burns and managed, low-intensity wildfires.

On the other hand, recently published studies have proven that high-intensity crown fires can have a devastating effect on the owls — wiping out whole populations, perhaps for centuries.

Here’s a summary of the conclusions of those recent studies focused on spotted owls:

The barred owls preyed on the smaller spotted owls and out competed them when hunting for food, according to the 37-researcher team analyzing the trend in 11 study areas.

Climate change also played a role, with the reproduction rate of the owls dropping after warm, dry winters.

Giant fires wipe out owls Hurting other species The 100,000-acre King Fire in California in 2014 drove out or killed almost every spotted owl in the area, according to a study by researchers from the University of Wisconsin published in the journal Frontiers in Ecology and the Environment.

The fire burned through an area where researchers had conducted a 23-year long study of the California spotted owl population in the Sierra Nevada Mountains.

But the fire didn’t touch nearby areas also included in the owl study. This provided the perfect opportunity to compare owls in the burned and unburned forest.

The fire directly affected about 30 of the 45 owl sites. The owls abandoned all 30 sites and never returned. The fire burned so hot that many centuries-old pines were turned to ashes in the 137-square-mile study area.

Owl populations had been in steady decline for 20 years before the fire struck due to the impact of clear cutting, rising temperatures and other factors. However, the fire wiped out the remaining owls overnight, with no sign of a return. Since the owls nest in large trees — especially big snags — and forage under the forest canopy, it will likely take centuries for the forest to return to conditions that favor the owls.

Spotted owls vanishing Northern spotted owl populations declined by an average of 4 percent annually from 1985 to 2013 throughout the northwest, according to a study by the United States Geological Survey published in The Condor, a scientific journal focusing on birds.

The researchers concluded that the invading barred owl played a leading role in the decline as it took advantage of clear cutting, rising temperatures and the fragmentation of the forest.

Managing the forest to try to help California spotted owls survive may actually hurt a host of other species — some of them also threatened, according to a study by Point Blue Conservation Science published in the online journal PLOS ONE. The researchers tracked the use different bird species made of protected spotted owl habitat in Plumas and Lassen National Forests in Northern California. The Forest Service in that region had designated 1,000-acre reserves of dense forest around suspected spotted owl nesting areas. They studied 24 different bird species in the area and found 17 of those species mostly avoided the dense forests set aside for the spotted owls. That included the threatened yellow warbler and olive-sided flycatcher.

Thinning benefit owls Active management of the forest with thinning, controlled burns and managed wildfires as proposed by the Four Forest Restoration Initiative projects would likely benefit old-growth dependent species like the spotted owl, concluded researchers from Oregon State University published in the journal Forest Ecology and Management.

Preventing or reducing the extent of high intensity fires by reducing large stretches of closed canopy forests with lots of wood debris and brush on the forest floor will benefit the owls more than any disturbance caused by the thinning projects and low-intensity burns, concluded the researchers.

Maintaining many dense stands to benefit the owl could increase the chances of forest-destroying fires that could wipe out the owls entirely.

By contrast, the owls have proven themselves more flexible than assumed when it comes to foraging in lightly burned landscapes, the study concluded.

Whether you happen to be a painting pro or you've never dared to pick up a roller, there are a few tricks of the trade that professionals use to make a paint job look its best. If you want to take an old, outdated paint job and turn it into something you can be proud of, here are a few tips from those who know best.

Start With A Perfectly Smooth Surface - If you're trying to rush through it, sanding might seem like an unnecessary step in re-covering your walls, but it's very important in order to level out the spackle paste and ensure that no ridges will appear in the paint around the nails. According to one professional painter, you should start by sanding from the baseboard to the ceiling with a fine grit sandpaper and then move on to a horizontal sand that will make for a smooth wall finish.

Forget About The Plastic - The proper floor coverage while painting is just as important as the paint when it comes to getting the job done properly, so opt for a large canvas cloth instead of linens or plastic. Paint on linen can sink through to your floor and stain it, while paint on plastic takes a long time to dry and may end up smearing all over other things. A canvas cloth will keep any paint splotches away from your floor and ensure they aren't tracked throughout the home after they fall.

Stick To One Wall - It can be tempting to get done the rudimentary step of completing the corners and trim before you move on to painting, but this can actually make for a less smooth finish. Instead of finishing one task at a time, complete the corners and trim on one wall and immediately reach for the roller. This is something professional painters do to ensure that the brushed and rolled paint will blend together more seamlessly.

If you're currently painting your home and preparing to sell, you may want to do your research on current treads and colors. Soft shades of gray have been the dominant shade for the last few years. This year soft creamy whites have made a big come back along with soft greens. People are leaning towards colors that create calmer spaces.

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Gila County approves bridge project by

Teresa McQuerrey

roundup staff reporter

The Gila County Board of Supervisors Tuesday approved two diverse road projects for north county.

The first involves a stop sign at Pine Creek Drive and Randall Place in Pine.

The sign is needed for vehicles traveling northbound on Pine Creek Drive, said Public Works Director Steve Sanders.

The department also wants to replace the bridge on Colcord Road over Gordon Canyon and so approved an Intergovernmental Agreement with the Arizona Department of Transportation.

The project should cost $1.2 million, with the county providing $156,499 from its share of the voter-approved, half-cent transportation excise tax.

ADOT will cover most of the cost. The county has applied to ADOT for $1 million in bridge replacement funds.

It has also applied to the Central Arizona Governments for $400,000 to design and help build the bridge.

The single-lane, 19-foot-wide bridge has stood since 1930, according to Sanders’ report. “Without funding from ADOT and CAG, Gila County could not replace this bridge,” Sanders wrote.

“Over time the bridge will continue to

deteriorate until it becomes unsafe to use.

A two-lane bridge built to current standards will provide access to residents and visitors to the area,” he continued.

The Colcord Road bridge serves residents in the Colcord and Ponderosa Springs developments.

Tommie Martin, supervisor for Gila County District 1, said the road also serves a large number of visitors.

The road is a Forest Service road for which the county has an easement. The easement has been in place since 1987 and requires the county to maintain things like culverts, signs, bridges, box culverts, etc.

Supervisor Martin to chair lands committee Gila County Supervisor Tommie Cline Martin was appointed chair of the Public Lands Steering Committee of the National Association of Counties (NACo) last week.

NACo President Bryan Desloge announced the appointment at the NACo Annual Conference on July 25, in Long Beach, Calif.

As chair, Martin will be responsible for leading the 82-member Public Lands Steering Committee to formulate NACo policy proposals on matters relating to federally-owned public lands including land management programs, natural resource revenue sharing payments, and payments in lieu of taxes. She will also

lead NACo’s advocacy effort on these proposals before federal agencies and the United States Congress.

After receiving the appointment Martin said, “I am humbled to receive this appointment. NACo’s Public Lands steering committee is an outstanding platform for public lands counties, like mine, to advance policies that help put our public lands back to work for our communities. A fundamental vulnerability of this nation is poorly managed land, but a fundamental wealth is well-managed land. I am very grateful for the opportunity to lead this important committee.”

CSA Executive Director

Tommie Cline Martin Craig Sullivan shared his enthusiasm for her appointment, “Supervisor Martin has been a tireless advocate on

behalf of our public lands and resources throughout Arizona.

Her leadership at a national level will ensure the management of public lands throughout this country become more innovative and effective.”

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Mogollon Moose: Healthy eating & a sense of humor Alexis Bechman

It is a classic chicken salad with a twist. It is topped with house-roasted She loved the area, but not the food. pecans.

There are chicken meatball panini, On Monday, a former Alaskan resident opened something new and veggie and hummus sandwich and fresh in Payson. The Mogollon Moose for salads, kale salads with shaved Bakery, 210 Longhorn Road, suite 102, Brussels sprouts ($10), among other items. offers homemade For sides, breakfast, lunch pasta salad with and baked goods.

The Mogollon Moose peas, southwest Owner Kristi quinoa, hummus Church said she Open: Open 6:30 a.m. to and vegetable is excited to offer 2 p.m. M-F and 7 a.m. to 2 p.m. crudités and kale residents an apple slaw. option when it Saturday, closed Sunday.

Church said comes to healthy Location: 210 Longhorn, Ste 102 she likes to put a eating.

For information: 928-363-4049 unique spin on all Since she of her recipes. began her weight Church didn’t start out as a chef loss journey several years ago, Church is down 145 pounds. She credits hiking though, or even a restaurant owner.

For years, she worked in the corpothe hills around Payson, eating better rate world, working her way up from and a positive attitude for her success.

The menu at the Mogollon Moose sales to vice president. To secure that is not all healthy though. Church is vice president position, her company baking up something sweet every day. required she have financial experiFrom brie/pear/prosciutto scones, zuc- ence. To get that, Church bought a chini/flax/bran muffins, cinnamon goat small cafe.

As her workload grew heavier in cheese coffee cake, blueberry skillet her corporate position, she gave up cobbler to spiced pecan bars.

There are also gluten free and the cafe, but had fallen in love with the “gluten lite” cookies and coffee cake. food business.

After spending 20 years in Alaska, For breakfast, there are crust less quiche muffins, porridge, smoothie Church moved back to the Valley and and yogurt bowls, smoothies, bagels went into the construction field.

On the side, she did wedding phoand ham, egg and cheese croissant.

For lunch, one of Church’s favorite tography. Her wedding photography sandwiches is the nutty hen ($6.50). business was doing so well, other phoby

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Brian and Kristi Church and Beau and Brandon Bilkey have opened the Mogollon Moose on Longhorn in hopes they can draw Payson breakfast and lunch diners who will enjoy a unique mix of healthy foods with a distinctive taste.

They have gluten free and gluten lite cookies and coffee cakes plus things like smoothies, yogurt bowls and more. tographers approached her for help with marketing.

In 2013, she started Infinite Reach, a marketing agency.

Like many Valley residents, Church and her husband got burned out on the heat. They looked around the state for a cooler spot and considered Flagstaff and Prescott, but Church fell in love with Payson. The area’s scenery reminded her of Alaska, and because of all the cowboy hat wearing residents, the spaghetti westerns she would watch as a child.

They moved up and started hiking and exploring the area.

While Church loved all of the new places to check out, she was disappointed with the food options.

Her mission: offer a healthy meal with protein. She knew she would have to open her own place if she wanted to see a change. She had heard about the success of the Sweet Shoppe, which actually got its start in the same location of the Mogollon Moose on West Longhorn Road.

She settled on the Mogollon Moose

name, homage to the local area with Mogollon, and Alaska with Moose.

None of the meat she uses has nitrates or preservatives. In her desserts, she uses no artificial sweeteners and her pasta salad is gluten free with the use of quinoa pasta.

Church tries to use organic and local ingredients when possible.

Helping her in the bakery is her son Brandon Bilkey, 22, who is the front-end supervisor and Beau Bilkey, 20, who helped paint and set-up the bakery.

Payson Lions Club’s new tool will provide free eye screenings The Payson Lions Club emphasizes eye care as its core program. The club provides eye exams and glasses for those needing financial help and recycle eye glasses from drop boxes located throughout the Payson area.

The club members also have conducted eye screening for children and adults at local health fairs for years, but each time it has been with borrowed equipment.

Borrowed equipment from

the Lions Vision Center of Arizona in Phoenix must be returned and this has limited the club’s ability to conduct more screening programs, especially among younger children at schools.

In June, the club purchased its own SPOT Vision Screening device from Welch Allyn, Inc., manufacturer of medical diagnostic devices, to expand the club’s eye-screening services.

According to the manufacturer, this device measures the refrac-

tive power of the eye by measuring light reflexes from the retina. It also estimates pupil size, pupil distance and eye gaze deviation. It is intended for use on children 6 months of age through adults. Amazingly, it only takes about 10 seconds to conduct the screening and yield the results. A print out of results is given to each person examined.

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about one-fourth of school-age children suffer from a vision disorder. Failing to detect amblyopic risk factors in children may lead to partial or full blindness or issues with child development or social-emotional behavior.

Toddlers, 6 months to 3 years, are at the ideal ages to detect amblyopic precursors.

Children 4 years to 8 years represent the final opportunity to detect amblyopic conditions through refractive measurements, while youngsters 9 to 15 are in a period when changes in vision are common as the body grows. One study has shown the Snellen (typical eye chart) acuity measured in older children resulted in a 21 percent under-referral rate. The average test time for eye charts is six minutes, plus there is a high false positive rate and risk of missing amblyogenic factors.

The SPOT device can screen for and detect the following six amblyopic risk factors in children as young as 6 months:

Looking a Lion in the eye Kate Adams has her eyes screened with the SPOT vision device

by Lion Carolyn Davis at a recent joint social of the Payson Lions and Rotary clubs.

Myopia (nearsightedness) Hyperopia (farsightedness) Astigmatism (blurred vision) Anisometropia (unequal refractive power) Strabismus (eye misalignment) Anisocoria (unequal pupil size) During the upcoming school year, the club will be contacting local schools to determine

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More information is available from the club at 928-9510180, the website at www. paysonlionsclub.com, or by email at paysonlionsfoundation@gmail.com.

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Senator John McCain, Republican challenger Kelli Ward and Democrat Ann Kirkpatrick

Furor in senate race McCain blasts Trump, prompting round of criticism from all sides in tight race

by

Peter Aleshire

roundup editor

Republican Presidential candidate Donald Trump’s latest firebomb has set off a crown fire in the crucial Arizona U.S. Senate race.

Ripples from the Presidential race spread quickly through U.S. Senator John McCain’s effort to defeat challenger Kelli Ward in a bitter Republican primary.

Trump made national headlines when he responded to a speech made at the Democratic National Convention by the father of Humayun Khan, a U.S. Army captain who died rushing toward a suicide bomber in Iraq trying to save the men under his command. Trump suggested that Kahan’s mother, who stood beside her husband on the stage at the convention, wasn’t allowed to speak due to restrictions on women in the Muslim religion. The Kahn family immigrated from Pakistan in the 1970’s and Major Khan was born in the United Arab Emirates. She later explained she was too emotionally torn up to trust herself to speak.

Khan said Trump – who got student deferments during the Vietnam War -- had “nothing and no one.” Trump responded that he had made sacrifices in his life and created thousands of jobs and pointed out that Democratic nominee Hillary Clinton had voted to authorize the U.S. invasion of Iraq in 2002.

McCain blasted Trump in a press release saying, “In recent days, Donald Trump disparaged a fallen soldier’s parents. He has suggested that the likes of their son should not be allowed in the United States – to say nothing of entering its service.

I cannot emphasize how deeply

I disagree with Mr. Trump’s statement. I hope Americans understand the remarks do not represent the views of our Republican Party, its officers, or its candidates.”

McCain and Trump had clashed early in the primary season when McCain criticized him. McCain was a Navy pilot shot down over Hanoi and held and tortured for five years by the North Vietnamese. Trump said he didn’t consider McCain a hero and that he “liked people who weren’t captured.”

McCain’s statement thanked the Khans for immigrating to the United States and cited the actions of their son as “an example of true American greatness.” The statement continued, “Arizona is watching.

It is time for Donald Trump to set the example for our country and the future of the Republican Party. While our party has bestowed upon him the nomination, it is not accompanied by unfettered license to defame those who are the best among us.”

Nonetheless, a McCain spokesman later confirmed that the senator still supports the Republican’s nominee for President.

However, Trump made it a point not to endorse McCain in his bid for re-election.

McCain’s rebuke of Trump prompted Democratic senate candidate Congresswoman Ann Kirkpatrick to criticized McCain for refusing to revoke his endorsement of Trump. She said McCain has made it clear now that “there is no line Donald Trump can cross that would force McCain to walk back his support for the nominee.”

Kirkpatrick gave up her

Congressional District 1 seat to run for the U.S. Senate. She faces no significant opposition in the Democratic primary and headlined a fund-raiser in Payson on Thursday for local Democratic candidates. Her Flagstaff-based congressional seat includes all of Southern Gila County.

McCain’s statement also evoked a strong response from Ward, a former Arizona state senator challenging McCain in the Republican primary.

Her campaign got a boost this week when Republican businessman and radio show host Alex Meluskey suspended his senate campaign against McCain to clear the way for Ward. He said the polls showed he wasn’t in a position to win, so he resolved to step aside in hopes Ward can unseat the long-time senator. However, Meluskey’s name will still appear on the primary ballot, which could hit mailboxes this week or next.

Ward has heaped blistering criticism on McCain throughout her bid to replace him. She spoke in Payson recently after appearing at a pro-Trump rally at the Republican convention.

In that appearance, she fiercely criticized McCain for not attending the convention.

In response to the controversy about Trump’s most recent remarks she said, “The Khan controversy is a cynical political stunt cooked up by the Clinton Establishment, and, sadly, John McCain has fallen right into it. McCain’s statement today makes clear that he really wants Hillary Clinton in the White House and his tepid ‘support’ for Trump is only disingenuous pandering.”

Does Payson need a big hotel? by

Alexis Bechman

roundup staff reporter

Does Payson need a hotel and conference center?

Town officials hope to find out with a feasibility study for which the Arizona Commerce Authority (ACA) recently approved funding.

Bobby Davis, Payson’s economic development specialist, applied for a competitive grant through the ACA for money to study the issue.

The ACA approved a $22,800 grant and on July 22, Davis shared the good news at a council meeting.

Davis, who works to recruit new businesses to town, said when he speaks with hotel chains about opening a new hotel in town, they often ask if the town has had a feasibility study done.

The study will look at the number of hotel rooms already available in town, rates, visitation numbers and the potential of success for a new

facility.

Davis hopes the study will show the area does need a hotel/conference center. The study should also say how many rooms a new hotel could fill.

Davis will then take this study with him when he meets with hotel representatives.

“It provides proof in the pudding that if they build a facility, a conference center, it would be profitable,” he said.

Town officials feel the area could use a conference center, especially to host meetings and events. The area lacks a large conference area.

Davis said he will not specify where a conference center should be built. Organizers of the university project, including Mayor Kenny Evans, have said a conference center would be built on the university site in the future.

Davis hopes to have the feasibility study completed within the next three months.

He anticipates a conference/hotel center would cost at least a few million to build.

County takes aim at Legislature by

Teresa McQuerrey

roundup staff reporter

The Gila County Board of Supervisors this week drew up its battle plan for another year of struggle with the Arizona Legislature.

The last step in the 2016-17 budget process is approval of the tax rates proposed by the various special districts in the county. The supervisors have a rare Monday meeting, Aug. 15, to take action on the special district tax rates.

But first they must decide on proposals for the County Supervisors Association to approve and take to state lawmakers in 2017. The proposals represent a wish list for the state’s 61 supervisors.

The 2015-16 recap Craig Sullivan, executive director for CSA, met with the Gila County Board of Supervisors Tuesday, providing a recap of the successes and failures from the 2015-16 legislative session.

The CSA was directed to work on the following priorities during the most recent session of the Legislature: • Prevent any new cost shifts of state programs to the county taxpayer • Reform the Public Safety Personnel Retirement System • Eliminate legislative mandates to force counties to help fund juvenile corrections, Department of Revenue, Arizona State Hospital and the Department of Public Safety • Increase investment in transportation

• Find a mutually beneficial solution to the 1 percent constitutional property tax liability shift • Reestablish the counties’ share of lottery revenue • Eliminate, fully fund or require political parties to pay for the costs associated with the state-mandated Presidential Preference Election.

The most recent legislative session saw 1,247 bills introduced. CSA tracked 710 of those based on the impact on the state’s 15 counties.

Lawmakers adopted 388 bills. Gov. Doug Ducey signed 374 and vetoed 14.

Sullivan said CSA helped defeat 18 bills that impacted county resources or services. In total, 41 bills were defeated or amended that would have harmed counties. There were eight CSA bills signed into law and three CSA policy issues inserted in the budget.

“We could not get permanent relief on cost shifting,” Sullivan told the supervisors. However, the defeated legislation resulted in $18.3 million in net financial relief to counties. Gila County saw $219,410 in net relief, he reported.

Gila Country District 1 Supervisor Tommie Martin will be the president of CSA in 2017.

Once individual counties select legislative priorities for CSA, the organization will have a county managers and administrators meeting Sept.

9 to make an initial review of the proposals and provide an update on federal issues.

Additional review will take place in mid-September and October. The member supervisors will then vote priorities.

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WEATHERREPORT Forecast by the National Weather Service

Friday

Mostly cloudy, 50% chance for rain

87/62 Saturday

Mostly sunny, 30% chance for rain

90/62 Sunday

Mostly sunny, slight chance for rain

91/62 Monday

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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 among the allergy-suffering public.

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Payson still seeking its economic center From page 1 small section of the American Gulch plan.

West of the Sawmill Crossing, crews have installed a walking path, benches and some signage. But the short section leaves most of the project still unfunded.

The council has discussed establishing a Community Facilities District (CFD), which would finance public improvements, including roads, water and sewer facilities, flood control and drainage projects.

In 2007, the town began another round of planning meetings on Main Street, holding workshops to hear what residents wanted to see.

“For a variety of reasons, including an inability to agree on implementation, the effort was abandoned,” the plan states.

In the town’s 2015-16 capital improvements plan, the council put Main Street enhancements out beyond 2020. The new economic development plan, drafted by a consultant, encourages the council to consider making this a higher priority.

Many running for town council say they will make Main Street a top priority.

The economic development plan calls for implementing a street scape plan that encourages people to walk, shop and recreate in “Old Town Payson” along Main Street.

The plan calls for engaging with local property owners about revitalization, something that appears under way with talks of a CFD, which would impose property taxes on businesses in the district.

The town needs a catalyst project to stimulate additional development on Main Street. An Old Town zoning district could provide development incentives to jumpstart development.

Payson Economic Development Director Bobby Davis is working with other communities to see what has worked in revitalizing their town centers.

The town’s current plan calls for promoting sidewalk cafes and outdoor dining in Old Town, adding new seating, bike racks and other visual elements to promote the unique character of the area. And the plan calls for allowing pop-up retail spaces, such as boutiques, to foster entrepreneurial talent.

Davis is working on a recruitment cam-

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paign to attract these new establishments.

To enhance the Old Town Payson experience, the plan envisions special events that celebrate arts and culture, including fairs, outdoor studios and live music and theatre.

The long-term plan calls for marketing materials showcasing the vision for Old Town Payson, including a logo or slogan and asking businesses to align their advertising with the town’s marketing.

Besides Main Street, the community’s current and proposed assets include: Multi-university This project is in the engineering and design stages. It calls for a four-year college and possible trade schools east of Payson in the forest. Additional land around the college could support a hotel, retail stores and restaurants.

Because it is still in the planning stages, the economic development plan, which covers the next five years, does not go into depth discussing how the town can use the university project to foster, but acknowledges it is a promising project that could increase the livability.

Airport The Sky Park Industrial Center is the current area for industrial development.

There are 13 undeveloped acres on the southwest side of the airport zoned for industrial use. However, most businesses are looking for already-built, according to the plan. One of the town’s greatest weaknesses is a lack of existing buildings.

Moreover, the existing industrial acreage isn’t shovel-ready — with no infrastructure or approved zoning and development plans.

The plan does call for a review of the infrastructure capabilities at the airport, town center and university area, including utilities, telecommunication and streets and roads.

Recreation and events To meet the growing demands of the community and remain competitive, the plan calls for leveraging existing resources, while developing some additional facilities.

One of the largest projects is a multi-generational recreational center, like the one in Cottonwood.

Payson’s center would have a pool, basketball court, workout area, meeting rooms and kitchen.

The town should look at facilitating the development of pocket parks in neighborhoods.

For trails, hikers, bikers and off-road vehicle owners all need a trail network.

To attract more OHV visitors, the plan calls for creating a staging area outside of town.

Hikers can rely on an upgraded Payson Area Trails System. While a number of trails are in place, most remain not started at all or incomplete. Most of the existing trails have received little or no maintenance and don’t have adequate signs.

Long term, the plan calls for forming a regional trail system that links Payson with Pine-Strawberry, Star Valley and Rye. At the Event Center, the plan calls for connecting Old Town Payson with the Event Center by completing McLane Road.

Currently, the road is dirt coming out of a south entrance to the event center. The plan calls for working toward covering the event center and adding restrooms.

Finally, the plan recommends conducting a feasibility study of attracting a resort/ conference center.

Davis recently learned the town won a $22,800 grant from the Arizona Commerce Authority to conduct a feasibility study.

The town has yet to pick a company to complete that plan. Once it has, Davis hopes to have the study back within three months.

O B I T U A R I E S Robert Harold Miller (1944-2016)

Robert Harold Miller, age 72 of Payson, AZ passed away on Friday, July 22, 2016 in Phoenix, AZ at Banner Good Samaritan Hospital after a lengthy illness associated with longterm heart issues.

Robert, “Bob,” was born on January 9, 1944 in Columbus, WI, the oldest son of George E. and Dorothy V. (Heisig) Miller. His early years were enjoyed living on the family farm in Fall River, WI. He graduated from Fall River High School with the class of 1962 and attended the University of WI, Platteville.

In 1963 he married his wife Barbara Russell from Cambria, WI and had been married for 52 years.

Most of Bob’s adult life involved insurance sales and different positions in the banking industry. These included in Watertown, Madison and Milwaukee, WI. He lived on a farm outside of Johnson Creek, WI for 44 years where he and Barb raised their son Brian.

Bob enjoyed reading, fishing, hunting, gardening and sharing the country way of life first with his son and then grandchildren. He loved attending the many baseball and football games, concerts and plays as well as time spent with grandchildren watching them grow. He was a member of Immanuel Lutheran Church in Farmington, WI. Robert “Bob” and his wife relocated to Arizona in 2013 due to health issues and to be near his siblings and parents. The “Rim Country” area of Arizona appealed to him because of a love of gardening and loving the area that reminded him of four seasons with an emphasis on much milder winters. He was grateful to have chosen this town to relocate to as it had become a caring and sup-

portive community where he was able to thrive and make many new friends.

He was an elder of Rock of Ages Lutheran Church in Payson, AZ and was involved in other local clubs including the Rim Area Garden Club and the Payson Tea Party.

Robert is survived by his wife, Barbara A. (Russell) Miller, their son Brian R. (Karen P. Winnie) Miller of Fall River, WI, grandchildren; Drew M. Miller, Madison, WI, Brianne A. Miller, Fall River, Ian S. Miller of Fall River, WI, and step-grandson, Sean (Donna) Winnie, Pittsburgh, PA and great-grandchildren; Asher, Liora, Courtney and Cayla; and great-great-granddaughter Dakota. His sister Sue (Dan) Johnson, their son Adam (Holly) and their son Colton of Sahuarita, AZ, their daughter Jennifer (Don) Erickson of Maplewood, MN and their children Natalie and Tiffany. His brother Dann (JoAnn) of Red Rock, AZ and their son Jeremy of Phoenix, AZ and daughter Erin (Mike) Oliveres and their four daughters, Makinsey, Kaylee, Zoey and Lia of Marana, AZ. Brother Richard G. of Phoenix, AZ. Robert was preceded in death by his parents, George E. and Dorothy V. (Heisig) of Tucson, AZ. Memorial Services will be held in Payson, AZ at The Rock of Ages Lutheran Church, 204 West Airport Road, Payson, AZ. This will be later in August 2016 (Date to be determined) There will also be a second memorial service in Wisconsin at a future date.

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Loy Cottrell (1940-2016)

Loy was born April 20, 1940 in Comanche, Oklahoma.

After Relocating to La Mesa, Texas for a time, Loy’s family settled in the Desert Sage Community near Mesa, Arizona.

He became a Master Mason; was very good at what he built and was a very good supporter and teacher of his field. Many are following in his footsteps and made him very proud. He loved his family with all his heart.

He would give you the shirt off his back if you needed it. He met his wife Vivian (Vicky) Joyce Cottrell in 1956 and married the love of his life on June 20, 1958. They had three beautiful children, Rick, Robert, and Robin, and have stayed married for 58

wonderful years.

They moved their family to Payson, Arizona in 1974. He became a General Contractor in 1999.

He is survived by his wife Vivian Joyce Cottrell, son Robert Loy Cottrell (Kris), daughter Robin Joyce Center (Erik), grandchildren Beth and Jon Brown, Kaylee Cottrell, Reece and Reagan Weaver and Linnea Center, sister Olga Groll and several nieces and nephews that adored him. He was known to many as “Pa,” “Papa Loy” and “Uncle Loy” and he loved you all very much. Preceded in death by his parents, Virgil and Juana “Louis” Cottrell, sisters Virgie Sloan and Sue Wall, and son Rick Eudell Cottrell.

Irene Lucille Petit (1919-2016)

Irene Lucille Petit, of Payson, Arizona peacefully passed away on July 28, 2016 at the Payson Care Center. She was 96. Irene was born to Andrew F. and Jessie (Wagner) Barclay in Waldport, Oregon on October 20, 1919.

Irene was a homemaker all of her life having taken excellent care of her husband and children. She and her husband, Cecil loved to travel, having been all over the world and in all 50 States.

They enjoyed camping, fishing and the outdoors. Irene and Cecil belonged to the Roadrunner camping club in Canyon Lake, California where they were very active.

They were very social people and enjoyed being in the presence of others.

A very strong woman, Irene beat breast cancer and even survived a broken neck. She had an amazing sense of humor and loved to make people laugh. Her children and grandchildren loved hearing her jokes and stories. She was an amazing cook and was well known for her pies. She would always make sure that if you were to stop by and visit you left with

a full belly.

She enjoyed crocheting, knitting, embroidery, crafts and her handy work became the treasures of many people. A loving mother, grandmother and friend, she will be greatly missed.

Irene is survived by her daughters, Rosemary Wilder of Payson, Arizona, Janet Brown of Payson and Patricia Royalty of Stoddard, Wisconsin; 7 grandchildren; 12 great-grandchildren and 4 great-greatgrandchildren.

She was preceded in death by her husband, Cecil; son, Stephen; 3 sisters and 4 brothers.

A Funeral Mass of Christian burial will be held in Orange, California and the interment will follow in the Holy Sepulcher Cemetery where she will be laid to rest by her husband Cecil and son, Stephen. A memorial service will be held at the Majestic Rim in Payson at a later date.

Owens Livingston Mortuary of Show Low handled the arrangements.

To send private condolences please visit our website at www.owenslivingstonmortuary.com.

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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).

• The Troubadour Experience, A Tribute to George Strait: Aug. 13, for tickets and info, visit Mazatzal-Casino. com/Events.

• Bingo: Matinee Times: MondayThursday, doors open 10:30 a.m., game starts 12 p.m. Evening Times: Tuesday and Thursday, doors open 4 p.m., game starts 6:30 p.m.

• Card room open daily 10 a.m. to 1 a.m. Play Blackjack, Poker, Texas Shootout.

Meet Ann Kirkpatrick

Ann Kirkpatrick will visit the Payson Democratic Headquarters at 9 a.m., Friday, Aug. 5. The headquarters is at 509 S. Beeline Highway.

Following the chat, there will be training and practice on campaign volunteering.

For more information, call 928-4681115.

Two days of family fun during Tontozona Week

The Town of Payson hosts the Sun Devil Football Pep Rally from 5 p.m. to 9 p.m. Friday, Aug. 5 in Green Valley Park, 1000 W. Country Club in Payson to celebrate the team’s visit to Camp Tontozona.

Activities for the whole family include Sun Devil Spirit Squad presentation,

meet Sparky the Sun Devil mascot, football competitions and games, alumni autographs, motivational speakers including Taylor Kelly, and live music by the True To Life Band.

Following a series of practices at the camp, from 8:30 a.m. to 11 a.m., Wednesday through Friday. The ASU preseason Maroon & Gold practice takes place at 10 a.m. Saturday, Aug. 6 at Camp Tontozona east of Payson on Highway 260.

The Glow in the Bowl Family Fun Run 5K will be at 8 p.m., Saturday, Aug. 6 in Green Valley Park. Registration is $30 for adults and $15 for those 12 and under. Check in starts at 5 p.m.

For more information on these events, visit www.paysonrimcountry.com or call 928-472-5110.

See the Wednesday, Aug. 3 Rim Review for more on Camp Tontozona and the ASU Sun Devils football team.

Donn Morris, a local artist, is bringing art out in the open. He’ll be plein air painting from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m., Friday, Aug. 5 by Artie the Elk at Down The Street Art Gallery, 703 W. Main St. Stop by and enjoy watching a great talent create.

New Payson Swing Band performs for First Friday

A new Payson Swing Band appears from 5 p.m. to 7 p.m. Friday, Aug. 5 at the Payson Community Presbyterian

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Payson Farmers Market Our vendors offer great produce, artesian foods, health related products and services, gift items and ready to eat food. 87 Cyclery is setting up a Mountain Bike Obstacle Course – races begin at 10:00 with prizes for kids and adults. Bring your bike if possible. Now accepting WIC & SNAP. Open Saturday 8~noon. 816 S. Beeline Hwy, behind Chili’s. Follow the fun on Facebook.

Church, 800 W. Main St., to entertain during the church’s monthly “First Friday” open house.

A dinner plate and refreshments will be available for a $5 donation.

Featured musicians will be Bob Montana on trumpet; Joanie Smith on guitar and vocals; Jason Larson on bass; Carl Allison on guitar and vocals; and Gerry Reynolds on drums. American folk, jazz and swing tunes will be performed.

While an RSVP is not required, you may receive more information or express your interest in attending by contacting gerry-reynolds@hotmail.com.

Meals on Wheels benefit

The Humor Me Theater Troupe will present the premiere performance of its The Home Town Country Radio Show production at 7 p.m., Friday, Aug. 5 at the Payson Senior Center to benefit Meals On Wheels.

The Meals on Wheels program provides more than 40,000 meals a year for Rim Country residents. The Payson Senior Center is located at 514 W. Main St.

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Gerry Reynolds has formed a new swing band with fellow Rim Country musicians. The group performs at First Friday festivities at the Community Presbyterian Church, 800 W. Main St., from 5 p.m. to 7 p.m., Friday, Aug. 5. Enjoy a Make Your Own Taco supper for a $5 donation, which includes a drink.

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The Men’s Ministry at Ponderosa Bible Church invites all men in the community to a delicious hot breakfast at 8 a.m., Saturday, Aug. 6 in the Worship Center. Breakfast costs $2.

The study, “Go Fish,” continues with this month’s lesson titled “Fish Guts.”

Ponderosa Bible Church is located at 1800 N. Beeline Highway, just south of Home Depot.

Rodeo volunteers wanted

Have fun and help a worthwhile cause, with one of the greatest groups in Payson — the Payson Pro Rodeo Committee. Volunteer work is avail-

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Women singers wanted

The Payson Elks Lodge is planning another SUPERSTARS! program.

Applications are now available at the Lodge for women who would like to perform in the show. They can be picked up at the Lodge and must be returned

by Aug. 27. The show will take place on Saturday, Oct. 1.

This is not karaoke, nor is it a contest. Call the Lodge at 928-474-2572 for more information.

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able at The Annual World’s Oldest Continuous Rodeo in areas like ticket takers, the souvenir booth, 50/50 ticket sales, security and other non-livestock areas.

You can check out the opportunities and how you can meet some great people at the Quality Inn of Payson meeting room at 6 p.m., Tuesday, Aug. 9.

For details, call Rodeo Boss Bill Armstrong at 928-474-9440.

Free family movie night

A free, family movie night is planned at 6 p.m., Friday, Aug. 12 at Ponderosa Bible Church, 1800 N. Beeline Highway, just south of Home Depot.

The movie is “God’s Not Dead 2” and child care is available for thirdgrade ages and under.

For more information, call the church office at 928-474-9279.

Candidates to speak

The Payson Tea Party hosts Gila County recorder incumbent candidate Sadie Jo Bingham; and three incumbent Star Valley town councilors running for re-election, George Binney, Gary Coon and Barbara Hartwell from 6 p.m. to 7:45 p.m., Tuesday, Aug. 9 at Tiny’s Restaurant, 600 E. Highway 260.

The candidates challenging for seats on the Star Valley Town Council will appear on Aug. 16.

For more information, call 928-9516774.

Johnson benefit

To help Calvin Johnson and his family meet the extra costs associated with his recent liver transplant, a benefit Mexican dinner is planned from 4 p.m. to 8 p.m., Friday, Aug. 12 at the Tonto Apache Gym. The cost is $8 per plate, which will include an enchilada, taco, rice and

The Payson Art League will present their Fall Fine Art and Fine Craft Show and Sale on Friday, Saturday and Sunday, Nov. 11, 12, and 13. The show will be held at Julia Randall Elementary School in Payson.

All artists, in various mediums, are invited to participate. Applications are available at www.paysonartleague.org or by contacting Sally Myers at paysonartleague@gmail, or 928-472-8651.

The deadline for entries is Sept. 1.

Beyond Limits Disability Ministry

Beyond Limits will meet this month at Payson Living Word Bible Church, 208 S. McLane (next to the Habitat for Humanity homes on Longhorn) from 6 p.m. to 8 p.m., Tuesday, Aug. 9.

A great evening of music and inspiration will follow a delicious free dinner.

Family members, caregivers and service providers are always welcome to join us.

Beyond Limits is an interdenominational Christian group for adults with developmental disabilities, age 18 and older.

The ministry, which began in 2005, is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit charitable organization.

For questions or further information, or if your church would like to host a monthly meeting, call Mark or Jennie Smith at 928-468-8434.

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• Pine library: 9 a.m. to 2 p.m.

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

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

• Pine/Strawberry Museum: 10 a.m. to 2 p.m., Pine Community Center • ASU Sun Devil Maroon & Gold Practice: 9:30 a.m. to noon, Camp Tontozona

• Rim Country Museum: 1 p.m. to 4 p.m., 700 Green Valley Pkwy.

• Bingo: 1 p.m., Elks Lodge, open to the public

• Payson Public Library: 10 a.m. to 6 p.m.

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

• Payson Public Library: 10 a.m. to 6 p.m.

• Pine library: 10 a.m. to 5 p.m.

• Tea Party hosts candidates: 6 p.m. to 7:45 p.m., Tiny’s, 600 E. Highway 260, Payson

Saturday

• ASU Sun Devil practice: 8:30 a.m. to 11 a.m., Camp Tontozona • Ann Kirkpatrick: 9 a.m., Democratic Headquarters, 509 S. Beeline Hwy. • Town of Payson ASU Sun Devil Pep Rally: 5 p.m. to 9 p.m., Green Valley Park, activities and a free concert • Swing Band: 5 p.m. to 7 p.m., Community Presbyterian Church, 800 W. Main, Payson • Meals on Wheels benefit: 7 p.m., Payson Senior Center, 514 W. Main, play by Humor Me Troupe

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Additionally there will be a raffle and silent auction.

For more information, call Rosie Mason at 928-978-2671 or Belinda Guerra at 928-970-0286.

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Cat and kitten adoption special now through August 13 by

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We are excited to offer a cat and kitten adoption special for the first two weeks of August!

Humane Kitten adoption Society of Central fees are being cut Arizona in half and are only $75 through Aug. 13.

Our long-timer, Miss ADOPTION OPTIONS Kitty, will have an extremely reduced rate of just $15.

We also have a few cats that would be a good fit as barn cats here at the shelter.

The cats have all been FeLV/FIV tested, rabies vaccinated, spayed/neutered and have a tipped left ear. The cats are able to be handled some, but are under-socialized. If you are looking for an indoor/ outdoor cat and are willing to take the time to acclimate a new cat to your home, please come by the shelter, located at 605 W. Wilson Ct. We are open Monday through Saturday 10 a.m. to 3 p.m.

Summer Blowout We’re having a Summer Blowout at the Humane Society Resale Store and Vintage Boutique. Summer designer tops are marked to only 50 cents! Huge supply while they last.

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The Payson Senior Center and Payson Helping Payson host bingo every Friday at the Senior Center, 514 W. Main St. Tickets go on sale at noon and games start at 1 p.m. Now offering 25 cent hot dogs.

Computer Club meets The next meeting of the Payson Area Computer Association will be held at 6:30 p.m., Friday, Aug. 5 in the Payson Library meeting room (side entry door).

The meeting features a presentation

by Todd Longfellow on “Open Office,” a free alternative to Microsoft Office.

For more information about the association, please visit the website www.pacaonline.net.

Tai Chi and Qigong Tai Chi and Qigong classes are offered at 9 a.m. Saturdays at Rim Country Health, 807 W. Longhorn Rd., Payson.

The program is especially de­signed for seniors 50 or older, but is beneficial for all ages. There is no charge. For details, call 928-478-6032.

Overeaters Anonymous Overeaters Anonymous meets from 2 p.m. Mondays at Shepherd of the Pines Lutheran Church, 507 W. Wade Lane, Payson.

There are no fees or dues. The only membership requirement is a desire to not compulsively overeat anymore.

Call the following members for more information: Denise, 928-978-3706; Mary Jo, 928-978-4663; Ted, 928-951-3362; Alice at 602-828-0917 or 928-478-4361.

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The TOPS 412 (Take off Pounds Sensibly) Pine group meets Tuesdays at the LDS chapel in Pine. Weigh-in is at 8 a.m., the meeting starts at 8:15 a.m.

For details call Barbara, at 928-9784750 or Charlotte, 928-978-3640.

Senior Singles with Spirit

The Senior Singles with Spirit group is composed of men and women who are young in spirit and have an enthusiasm for life. The purpose of this group is to build lasting friendships, share ideas, have fun, and enjoy activities with like-minded people. The choices are many and varied and all up to you.

The group meets at 8:45 a.m. every Tuesday for breakfast at Tiny’s Restaurant, 600 E. Highway 260, Payson.

For more information, call Paula at 480-695-2786.

Friendship Bible Class

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

Payson Womans Club

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

Color Time Tuesday

Enjoy a relaxing and fun time of coloring every Tuesday afternoon from 1 p.m. to 3 p.m. This activity is a great way

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to relieve stress and express creativity.

Adults can bring their children to color with adult supervision, too. You can stay for some of the time or all the time. Bring your own or share some of the supplies on hand.

The program meets at Payson United Methodist Church, 414 N. Easy Street (behind Ace Hardware and Habitat Restore). Call Sally Harvey 480-2138472 or Joyce Kennedy 928-978-1884 with any questions. This free program is open to all.

Moose Lodge events The Loyal Order of the Moose meetings are at 6 p.m. the second and fourth Tuesday of each month.The Women of the Moose meet at 6 p.m. the first and third Tuesday of each month.

The lodge has a Thursday Fish Fry from 5 p.m. to 6:30 p.m. and weekly dinner specials are available.

The Moose Lodge is located on E. Hwy. 260 in Star Valley. For details call 928-474-6212.

Pro Rodeo Committee Payson Pro Rodeo Committee meets the second Tuesday of every month in the Swiss Village Quality Inn (formerly Best Western) conference building at 6 p.m. New members welcome.

For information, call 928-472-7294.

Payson Art League Alan and Carole Snyder are the presenters at the Payson Art League meeting Tuesday, Aug. 9 at the Payson Public Library, 328 N. McLane Rd. Join the members of the PAL at 6 p.m. for refreshments and to visit with artists who show and share their work.

The presentation follows a short business meeting.

local meetings, call 928-474-3620.

Alan will discuss his “up-side down” throwing technique (gravity assist throwing). Carole works in scratchboard as well as pottery, as does Alan.

They will bring their art to display and explain how it is created.

For information, contact Sally Myers at 928-472-8651, or paysonartleague.org.

Alanon Alanon meets: Monday at 6 p.m., St. Philip the Apostle Catholic Church, Payson; Wednesday at 1 p.m., Southern Baptist Church, Star Valley. For details call Kali at 503-3544402.

Alateen meetings have been suspended until further notice. For details call Helen at 928-978-6424.

Posse members wanted The Gila County Sheriff’s Posse is looking for new members.

The Posse is a uniformed volunteer group who serve the Sheriff and the people of Northern Gila County. The Posse is called on for emergencies such as forest fires, floods and snow events as well as many critical daily support roles such as court security, prisoner transports and more.

Meetings are held at 7 p.m. the second Tuesday of the month at the Gila County Sheriff’s building located just north of Main Street on McLane (this building was also known as the old Gila County Jail). Women and men are both encouraged to join.

Call Ellen Prentice at 928-970-0812 for further information.

Narcotics Anonymous Drug Problem? If you think you may have a problem with drugs, give yourself a break. There is a way out, with the help of other recovering addicts in Narcotics Anonymous. We have been there.

Payson meetings: Rim Recovery - Thursday at 7 p.m. and Sunday at 6:30 p.m., 107 E. Airline Dr. (Steps House – directly behind old batting cages).

Recovery in the Pines - Monday, Wednesday, and Friday at 7 p.m. at 213 S. Colcord, Room 213, in rear, off Ash Street (Payson Community Kids Building).

Before you use again, please call Bill N. at 928-978-8001 or Annie W. at 480-341-3264; NA East Valley Area HELPLINE 480-897-4636; Arizona NA website: www.arizona-na.org.

Masonic Lodge The Sy Harrison Masonic Lodge #70, located at 200 E. Rancho Road in Payson, meets every Tuesday at 7 p.m.

For more information, go online to www.paysonmason.org or contact Bill Herzig, secretary, at 928-474-1305 or 928-951-2662.

Celebrate Recovery Celebrate Recovery is a group for those with hurts, habits and hang-ups.

Celebrate God’s healing power through eight recovery principles and Christcentered 12 steps. Meetings are held at 6:30 p.m. Mondays at Mountain Bible Church. For more information, call 928472-7800.

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aroundthe rim Special art project welcomes students back to school Is there anything more unsightly elections. than a dirt-brown, 20-foot metal storThose, however, who did not regage container sitting in the middle of ister by the Aug. 1 voter registration an elementary school campus? deadline for the primary election will Probably not and that might have not be allowed to cast their ballot. spurred Amy Abney to spend most of For those who did register, primary the past summer brightening up the election voting began Aug. 3 and the Pine Strawberry School campus paint- actual election will be Aug. 30. ing a striking mural on the Deadline for general elecside of the storage container. rattlin’ tion voter registration is Oct. The mural depicts anx- the rim 10 and early voting begins ious children peering out the Oct. 12. windows of a P/S school bus The general election is being driven by a buffalo, the Nov. 8. school mascot.

While most voters are Upon close inspection, it’s focused on the Hillary Clinton obvious the stunning artwork vs. Donald Trump presidenwas done by someone with tial slugfest, there are at least great talent and creativity. three other elections that will In short, it’s an attenimpact Pine and Strawberry.

Max Foster tion-grabber.

Among them is the race for Impressively, Abney Gila County school superinworked on the project during most of tendent, the position that was recentlast Sunday’s 90-degree heat saying ly vacated by Linda O’Dell so she she wanted it finished for the first day could take over the reins of the Pine of school the following day.

Strawberry School District. In the priAbney works as an instructional mary, Roy Sandoval is running against aide at the school and has several of Gail Gorry. There are no Democrats her works on display around Pine and seeking the post.

Strawberry and has illustrated a chilMost likely, whoever wins the pridren’s book. mary will be the next county school This coming school year she will superintendent. be teaching some art classes at the Sandoval and Gorry are from school.

Payson and both previously worked Payson Roundup readers might in the Payson Unified School District. recognize Abney’s name as having Sandoval graduated from Payson appeared in “Rattlin’ the Rim” last High before attending Northern spring.

Arizona University in Flagstaff.

The story was about her and secAfter graduating from NAU he ond-grade teacher Candi Paine team- returned to Payson High to teach, ing up to raise money to help defray coach and eventually become the printhe medical expenses of kindergart- cipal of Payson Elementary and PHS. ner Ayden Taylor, who at the time He later served as a turnaround was fighting Acute Lymphoblastic principal for Alchesay High School Leukemia at Phoenix Children’s on the White Mountain Apache Hospital.

Reservation and is credited with putThe benefit raised about $5,000 and ting the school on the path to success.

“Ayden is doing very well,” Abney He now works with two rural school reports. district superintendents running Southwest Schools Turnarounds.

Don’t forget the local races Gorry has worked as a teacher, With both the Republican and principal, curriculum specialist, interDemocratic National Conventions in vention coordinator and now is a the record books, voters are prepping trainer in the Gila County Educational for upcoming primary and general Service Agency.

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Amy Abney spent most of the past summer brightening up the Pine Strawberry School campus by painting a striking mural on the side of the dirt-brown, 20-foot metal storage container sitting in the middle of the elementary school campus.

Both Sandoval and Gorry have stressed empowering teachers is among the crucial steps to building quality schools.

Locally, board seats for the PineStrawberry Elementary School District and the Pine Strawberry Water Improvement District are up for grabs during the Tuesday, Nov. 8 general election.

Those selected will play a pivotal role in our two towns’ futures.

The school board was thrown into turmoil last spring when then Superintendent-Principal Cody Barlow resigned leveling a bevy of charges against board member Margaret Parker.

Immediately afterward, board members Robert Horn and David Prechtel turned in their resignations.

In leaving, Horn supported several of Barlow’s allegations against Parker.

The bizarre instances continued when an unidentified person delivered to the Payson Roundup office unsigned recall petitions against Horn and Prechtel claiming the threat of recall was the reason the two stepped down. Those allegations appear

unfounded.

With the two resignations, only Jessica Barnett, Helen Palmer and Parker remain on the board.

In the upcoming general election, two board members with terms that expire Dec. 31, 2018 will be chosen.

Those were the terms left unfulfilled

by Horn and Prechtel’s resignations.

Because the four-year terms of Barnett, Palmer and Parker expire on Dec. 31, 2016, those seats are also up for grabs.

Those interested in running for the board seats should pick up election packets during regular business hours at Pine-Strawberry School.

However, candidates have only until Aug. 10 to file at least 10 signatures of registered votes to run in the election.

More election information is available on the county superintendent’s website at: www.gilacountyesa.org.

The election of PSWID members turns doubly important when remembering past boards’ rather sordid history that includes a pair of recalls, a state auditor general’s report of lack of policy oversights and the “failure

to design and implement adequate policies and procedures to safeguard district monies,” a grand jury indictment of a former board member and suspicions that a past member was on the board for personal financial gain.

On the current PSWID board, the terms of Larry Bagshaw, Richard James, Trent McNeeley and Paul Randall expire on Dec. 31, 2016 and those four board seats will be filled during the Nov. 8 general election.

Candidates should obtain nomination packets at the PSWID office on Hardscrabble Road in Pine. They also must be filed by the Aug. 10 deadline.

Candidates must be property owners in the water district and registered voters.

Trail work continues Pine-Strawberry Fuel Reduction volunteers are facing a busy couple of months improving local trails and preparing some for the Sept. 16-17 Fire on the Rim Mountain Bike Race.

The work schedule this month is: • Aug. 6, Saturday, 8 a.m. to noon:

• See Open house, page 13

Rim Country Church Directory Calvary Chapel Payson 1103 N. Beeline Hwy. at Sherwood Dr.; (928) 468-0801, office@ calvarypayson.com, calvarypayson.com. Sunday: Services at 8:30 & 10:30 a.m., Devotion & Prayer at 6:30 p.m.; Tuesday: Men’s & Women’s Discipleship at 6:30 p.m. Wednesday: Fellowship Dinner at 5 p.m., Service at 6:30 p.m.; Thursday: Christ-Centered Recovery & Young Adult Fellowship at 6:30 p.m. Childcare is provided for all of the above services.

Catholic Church of the Holy Nativity A Roman Catholic Church under the Personal Ordinariate of the Chair of St. Peter. 1414 N. Easy St.(corner of Easy Street & Bradley Dr.), Payson, AZ 85541, (928) 478-6988, wwwholynativitypayson.com. The Rev. Fr. Lowell E. Andrews, Pastor.

Sunday: Mass 10 a.m. Wednesday: Low Mass & Holy Unction 10 a.m. First Wednesday of the month: Benediction & Chaplet of Divine Mercy 5:30 p.m. followed by potluck supper. High Holy Days: Mass 10 a.m.

Christopher Creek Bible Fellowship - I.F.C.A. 1036 E. Christopher Creek Loop, first driveway past fire station on left. Pastor Ed Hepworth, 478-4857 (church), 478-4310 (home).

10:30 a.m. Worship Service and Children’s Sunday School (nursery provided). Tues. & Thurs. Bible Studies. Join us on Sunday, April 17th for worship service followed by a Mexican Food Potluck for the Retirement of Pastor Ed & Susan Hepworth.

Crossroads Foursquare Church We invite you to join us Sunday mornings, 10 a.m. Find us at www.crossroads4square.com, on Facebook or at 114 E. Cedar Lane, Payson.

Expedition Church 301 S. Colcord Road (two blocks west of Hwy. 87, just north of Bonita). Expedition is a non-denominational church whose mission is to “make disciples who love God and people.”

Sunday services are at 9 a.m. and 10:45 a.m. For more information, go to www.discoverexpedition.com, Facebook at ExpeditionChurchPayson, or call (928) 474-9128. We look forward to having you join us on our journey!

First Baptist Church of Pine 4039 N. Highway 87, 476-3552, Website: www.fbcpine.com.

Sundays: Sunday School 9:15 a.m., Morning Worship Service 10:30 a.m., Evening Fellowship 6 p.m. Communion service the first Sunday during Morning Worship. Men’s Fellowship Breakfast 8 a.m. first Saturday of each month. Women’s Bible Study 9:15 Tuesday mornings. AWANA program on Mondays as follows: Sparks for K-2nd 2:30-4 p.m.; TNT, Trek and Journey 6-8 p.m.

All other activities, please contact the church office Wednesday 10 a.m. to noon or Friday 9 a.m. to noon.

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

Church on Randall Place, SBC (in Pine) Pastor John Lake. All are welcome! 6338 W. Randall Place (turn west on Randall Place road near the Thrift Store) Sunday Morning Prayer: 8 a.m. to 8:30 a.m., Sunday Adult Bible Enrichment 8:45 a.m. to 9:40 a.m., Sunday Worship Celebration: 10 a.m. Sunday Communion 2nd Sunday of the month. Sunday Fellowship Meal every 3rd Sunday of the month. Women of CORP Ministries and Bible studies lead by Simone Lake. Other various Connection Groups available throughout week. For more information, contact: 1-928-476-4249 (ch), 1-928-472-6439 (pastor’s hm) 1-928-970-4249 (pastor’s cell), Email: pinerandallchurch@hotmail.com Website: http://churchonrandallplace.org Online Sermons: www.sermon.net/CORP Community Christian Church An independent, undenominational fellowship. Meets every Sunday at 10:30 a.m. in the chapel at Majestic Rim Retirement Living, 310 E. Tyler Parkway. Open Communion served every Sunday.

Community Presbyterian Church 800 W. Main Street, Rev. Charles Proudfoot, Pastor. Sundays: SON Risers Adult Bible Class at 8:30 a.m.; Hymn Sing at 10:15 a.m. followed by Morning Worship at 10:30 a.m. On Sunday, Aug. 7 the sermon will be “Justice, Faith and Good Pleasure,” Communion Sunday, 2-4 p.m. Bible Study. Bible Time and nursery care for children provided. Office hours are weekdays 9 a.m. to noon; 4742059 office, 474-0624 fax, E-mail: cpcgen@yahoo.com, Website: cpcpayson.org.

Ponderosa Bible Church of Payson 1800 N. Beeline Hwy. Dr. Joe Falkner - Sr. Pastor, Sunday: Traditional Worship Service 9 am, Contemporary Worship Service 10:45 am. Nursery, Adult and Youth Bible Studies during both services. Wednesday evening fellowship & Bible study for all ages! For more details and information on other weekly events, check out our website at www.pbcpayson.org or call the church office at 928-474-9279.

Rock of Ages Evangelical Lutheran Church (WELS) At Rock of Ages you will find a worship service designed to praise God and enrich faith. Our purpose is to serve all people in God’s world with the Gospel of Jesus Christ on the basis of the Holy Bible. We are a friendly, family oriented church. All are welcome!

Rock of Ages Lutheran Church is located at 204 W. Airport Road (corner of Airport Rd and North McLane). Pastor David Sweet, (928) 970-7606 or (928) 474-2098. Sunday Worship Service is at 9 a.m.; Sunday School and Adult Bible Class at 10:15 a.m.; Holy communion is celebrated at the 2nd and 4th Sunday of the month.

Adult Bible class is held on Tuesdays at 1 p.m., Thursdays at 9 a.m. and Saturdays at 9 a.m.

Shepherd of the Pines Lutheran Church (LC-MS) 507 W. Wade Lane, 928-474-5440, Pastor Steve De Santo.

Sunday: Adult Bible Study 8:30 a.m., Sunday School 8:30 a.m., Worship Service 10 a.m. Holy Communion is celebrated on the 2nd and 4th Sunday of the month.

Church of Christ 306 E. Aero. Sunday Bible classes 10 a.m., Worship 11 a.m. For Bible studies any day of the week, call Bob Nichols, 468-0134.

By understanding and living the principles taught in the New Testament, we attempt to accomplish the spiritual mission of the church, rather than being a social or recreational institution.

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

Wednesday: Bible Class 6:30 p.m. www.paysonchurchofchrist.com

Payson United Methodist Church 414 N. Easy Street (between Zurich St. and Malibu St. behind ACE Hardware); Pastor Carl Peterson. Services: 8:30 a.m. Informal; 11:00 a.m. Traditional. Safe nursery care provided. We are a growing, multi-generational faith community where our hearts, minds, and doors are open to all people. Our mission is to Love Like Jesus. For more information on our choir and handbell programs and ministries and mission to the community, visit our website: paysonumc.com or call 928-474-0485, M-F, 8 a.m. - 12 noon.

Mount Cross Lutheran Church (ELCA) 601 E. Highway 260, 474-2552. Rev. Scott Stein, Pastor. Sunday Worship Schedule: 8:30 a.m. Traditional Service; 10:30 a.m.

Praise Service. Holy Communion is celebrated every week. Visit our website at www.mountcross.org. Church office hours: Monday-Friday 8:30 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. Mount Cross is a warm, loving church community that extends itself to others and welcomes everyone with joy.

Mountain Bible Church Please be our guest this weekend, 8:45 a.m. and 10:30 a.m. at 302 E. Rancho Road where our goal is to ‘Love God and Love People!’ We have many adult, children and student ministries on Sundays and during the week. Our Spanish Church called “La Roca” meets Sundays at 12:30 p.m. Want more information?

(928) 472-7800 or www.mountainbible.org New Life Foundation Hwy. 87 (next to Windmill Corner Inn), Strawberry, 476-3224.

Services: Wednesday, 7 p.m.; Saturday & Sunday, 9 a.m.

Payson Family Church 501 E. Rancho Rd. 474-3138. We are a new, non-denominational Christian church that ministers to the entire family. Our vision is to reach this community with God’s love and Word and see lives transformed for His glory. We are mission minded and believe in showing people Jesus, not just talking about Him. Join us Sunday mornings at 10:45 for contemporary worship and teaching of God’s Word. We also offer various other ministry meetings throughout the week for junior high, high school, and college-aged students. Visit our website @ paysonfamilychurch. org. Or our Facebook page for more information.

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

Seventh-day Adventist Church 700 E. Wade Lane, Payson; Pastor Steven Salsberry; Elder Sharon Judd. Saturday services: Sabbath School/Bible Study 9:30a.m.; Worship Hour 11 a.m. We welcome all visitors. Come and join us for uplifting fellowship. Call 928-474-9209 for Prayer Meeting times and location, and for coming local events, or visit our website: http://payson.adventistfaith.org.

Tonto Basin Bible Church Hwy. 188 off Dryer Dr., Tonto Basin, Pastor Robert Melotti, (928) 479-2299. Sunday School for all ages 9:30 a.m., worship service 10:45 a.m., Children’s Church 10:45 a.m., no Sunday eve. service.

Wednesday Night Bible Study Fellowship 7 p.m. Potluck every third Sunday at noon following the worship service.

Tonto Creek Shores/Tonto Valley Bible Church Lots 240-241 Valley View Road, Gisela, 474-1360. Valley View Drive, Gisela; Pastor Ted Tatum. Sunday School 9:30 a.m., Sunday Morning Worship 11 a.m., Sunday Evening Service 6 p.m. (combined service with both churches).

Unity Church of Payson Join us and live Practical Christianity, a positive path for spiritual living. We sing, laugh, love, pray, and support each other and our Payson community. Our service is at 10 a.m. Sundays at 600 State Highway 260, #14 (Board of Realtors Conference Room, back of Tiny’s parking lot). For more, go to www.unityofpayson. org (See ‘What’s Happening’ tab for special events) or call 928478-8515.

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aroundthe rim Christopher Creek draws quite a creative crowd Christopher Creek’s Got Talent is not the name of a reality TV show.

However, many are the talents of area residents — among them writers, artists and craftspeople. Take, for instance, Sal Mesta, down on another week Apple Lane, who is in the creek a sculptor of sorts.

His medium is odd shapes of dead limbs, knots and burls. He fashions these into a menagerie of exotic, foreign and strange otherworldly ani- Rod Britain mals, which line his driveway.

Over at the Grey Hackle Lodge the hostess and landscaper Ingrid Szabo is an artist in her own right. We first discovered this upon seeing her bird’seye view of the Loop on a post card.

Her inspiration for this artwork was to give guests at the Hackle, Creekside Cabins and Christopher Creek Lodge a “map” to the leash-free dog area along the creek. Following the dog footprints is the feature of this piece.

Intrigued by this unique drawing, we came to find that Ingrid at one time had a studio in Jerome. The

Hungarian-born artist has an online presence if you Google Ingrid Szabo Fine Art. You will find an interesting biography and an insight into her artwork.

In August and September of 1887, 11 of the nearly 40 victims were shot dead in the unpleasantness, which came to be known as the Pleasant Valley War. When driving to Payson, down just before you get to Kohl’s Ranch, if you look off to the right you will see a mesa, denuded of pine in the Dude Fire. That’s Robert’s Mesa.

Heading east going up the Rim you will pass by Colcord Road. At the top of the Rim there is a visitors center on Al Fulton Point.

Jim Roberts, Bill Colcord and Al Fulton each had a significant and unique role in the war. Roberts was a partisan with the Tewksburys and after the events of 1887 became a famous lawman over in the Camp Verde area.

Colcord had a hand in bringing the war to an end among “other” things.

Fulton, a sheepherder, may well have been the first victim.

The Graham-Tewksbury feud spread some 75 miles from Pleasant Valley, so you might say it was right here in our backyard.

Image courtesy of Ingrid Szabo

One of Christopher Creek’s many artists created this map for dog walkers.

There are always folks new to the area and others who want to get up to speed on this significant time in Arizona history. Authors Earle Forrest, Don Dedera and Leland Hanchett have all written books on the subject. The latest and perhaps

more insightful piece was written by a neighbor. He lived down the road a mile or so at the R Bar C Ranch in his youth.

You could just skip the rest and pick up a copy of Jinx Pyle’s “Pleasant Valley War.”

Sun Devil Nation invades Rim Country Saturday morning down at neighboring Camp Tontozona. The location is a half-mile east of Kohl’s Ranch on SR 260. Starting time is 10 a.m., but experience tells me that the prime, shady seating areas are gone by 9 a.m. Grab a lawn chair and get there early!

Once again, the folks at the Landmark will host afternoon and evening entertainment and offer and outdoor lunch menu.

Leo Wenning says we’ve had nearly six inches of rain thus far for the monsoon. Seventeen inches is average.

Breakfast of coffee, chilaquiles and conversation down at Dave Elston’s this week was both enjoyable and enlightening. We find out that Dave’s book “A Year in the Grand Canyon” becomes available in about a week.

That’s just in time for his presentation at the Payson Public Library for the Library Friends of Payson at 10:30 a.m., Monday, Aug. 15.

Dave will have signed copies available that day or one will find the book on Amazon both in hard copy and e-book form. He allowed me to share his introduction here.

• See Many artists, page 13

Tonto Village residents welcome noisy return of monsoon storms The monsoon rains have finally arrived, Tonto Village has received at least 2 inches with each recent storm —two since last week. What a wonderful sight — except for the extremely loud thunder, it sounded like it was just outside my front door.

And the lightning — Wow! The strikes were so close I hesitated to open my front door. I am not complaining, mind you, but Mother Nature reminded us who is really in charge.

Back to school The Village has been fairly quiet this past week, there were campers and dirt bikes going up the Control Road all week, getting in the last of the summer vacation time before the kids returned to school Aug. 1.

I am amazed at the early schedule.

When I was going to school, we went back after Labor Day. How things have changed, now there are breaks for autumn, spring and summer.

I checked with the Shelby School Contact Angie at station 21 or stop by in the Village and sure enough, the the office to pick one up. Office hours kids are back in session. So are from 8 a.m. to 4 p.m., that means everyone driving Monday through Thursday. through the Village needs to the Birthdays be cautious as the kids are on village the streets.

A longtime Hellsgate fire board member Charlie Double D doings Conover, who has now Friday evening, Aug. 5, is retired, celebrated his birththe birthday party for Buck day Thursday, Aug. 4. Happy and Paul. The fun starts at birthday to you, Charlie.

6 p.m. with munchies and The Hellsgate Fireflies has a birthday cake too. Then Janet appreciated your loyal supabout 8 p.m. Landon Shill will Snyder port to the organization for play some of Buck’s favormany years. The firefightite tunes in the patio area. ers appreciated your shared Everyone is invited to share in the knowledge of firefighting with the birthday bash. newcomers.

Jenny Cronk, a sometimes particHellsgate Fire Department ipant of the Domino Divas will have The August fire board meeting will her big celebration Friday, Aug. 5. We be held at 5:30 p.m., Wednesday, Aug. miss you this summer, Jenny — come and visit us and stay a while.

10 at the Tonto Village Fire Station.

Burn permits can now be issued.

Mary Kindler of Bear Flat and a

longtime participant of Domino Divas, will celebrate her birthday Tuesday, Aug. 9. Mary will be honored at the Wednesday meeting of the Divas on Aug. 10, with best wishes from all of the Divas and she will cut a birthday cake and be handed a birthday card signed by all of the Divas.

Aug. 11 is Debbie O’Donnell’s birthday. Debbie lives in Mead Ranch.

Debbie, have a wonderful birthday.

Also on Aug. 11, former Hellsgate firefighter Cris Lecher, husband of Angie Lecher, business manager for Hellsgate, will enjoy his celebration with Angie and family. Enjoy your day, Cris.

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Baked spaghetti and cheese 1 pound #9 spaghetti 1 pound mozzarella cheese 3 pounds ricotta cheese 5 eggs 1 cup grated Parmesan cheese 1/4 cup vegetable oil Salt and pepper to taste Boil spaghetti with salt. Avoid overcooking. Mix ricotta, eggs, grated cheese and half the mozzarella cheese (cubed) in a bowl. Make thin slices with remaining mozzarella and set aside. Drain spaghetti, place in a 10-inch-by-12-inch-by-2-inch baking pan, add oil, lace in mixture from bowl, toss well, level off.

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Remove from oven, place mozzarella slices on top, turn off oven, put baking dish back in oven for 15 minutes. Cut in squares to serve.

Quote of the week: By Harry Millner: “There are many paths to the top of the mountain, but only one view.”

Characters Under the Mogollon Rim – John William Wentworth, Part 2 Attorney John Wentworth owner of the “house.” They in Payson was attempting to back when were served a potent whiswoo Katherine Houston, the key and soon were so drunk sister of the Houston brothers Wentworth moved and won whose ranch headquarters dismissal of the case. was in Star Valley. However Gradually Kather­ ine was the brothers were strongly won over by John Wentworth’s opposed to the match, not persistent courtship and they only because they didn’t want were married Oct. 1, 1890, in to lose their housekeeper, the room at Tammany Hall but because Wentworth was Stan Brown where they had first met — he involved a court case with was 32, she was 22. their family.

After the wedding a spirited dance Justice of the Peace Bill Burch was held, toasts were given and politiheard the case in the Tammany Hall cal speeches made, including a lengthy courtroom. It was not looking good for one by the groom who by then was runthe defense, but Wentworth secured a ning for the office of District Attorney. recess and invited the judge and the As it turned out Wentworth lost that prosecution witnesses to refreshment election, and the couple were able to time on the house. He of course was settle down to the business of raising

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The year 1894 proved to be filled with huge changes for John and Katherine Wentworth. The Houston brothers had already gone their separate ways and Sam Houston was running the ranch.

He rode up along the East Verde River to round up some cattle and apparently his horse spooked. He was thrown and the pistol he had tucked in his waistband discharged mortally wounding him. When the horse returned to the ranch riderless Katherine happened to be there, probably cleaning up her

brother’s house. The other cowboys were absent, but Joe Ezell was there.

Katherine and Joe trailed the horse back up the canyon and found Sam’s body. [1] Katherine’s sorrow at losing her brother may have been somewhat balanced by the fact that her husband won the election for District Attorney that same year, 1894, and the family moved to the county seat. John and Katherine would spend the rest of their lives serving others in Globe.

During the next years John was very active on the political scene, including service as clerk of the Superior Court and probate judge.

John’s record continued to echo across the decades, and on June 9, 1972 the “Believe It Or Not” column by

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John and Katherine were married for 64 years when he died on May 15, 1954 at the age of 96. She was by his side, and she died 10 years later. Both are buried in the Globe cemetery.

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DIRECTION FINDING ACROSS 1 Use for target practice, say 8 They’re littler than mediums 14 Mongol invaders 20 See 125-Across 21 Dine at a restaurant 22 Lucky charm 23 BB rifles 24 One going from station to station 26 Bohemian dance 28 Icicle sites 29 DVR giant 30 Oscar-nominated actress in “Victor/Victoria” 36 Censored-word sound 37 “I haven’t ___” (“Beats me”) 38 Very old boys’ school 39 Eye 40 Mother of Zeus 41 Rue Morgue creator 43 Grow up and move away from home 51 Getting the airborne matter from, perhaps 54 Sly 55 Art Deco lithographer 56 Kind of engine fuel 57 Opening opera part 58 ___-Cherry (Ocean

Spray flavor) 59 Hulk of pro wrestling 62 Flee with a flame 64 Residents of Japan’s third-largest city 66 “Am ___ blame?”

67 Eight three-letter ones are found in appropriate places in this puzzle 72 Staff sgt., e.g.

73 Small mosaic tile 75 Revved thing 76 Western flick 78 French “she” 79 Befuddles 82 City partition planners 85 ___-buster (certain drug) 86 Track vehicle 87 One of 100 on the Hill 91 Hit song subtitled “To Be Loved by You” 94 ___ daily basis 95 High, elegant hairstyle 96 Voguish thing 97 Polaris, e.g.

99 Weirdo 100 Arizona tribe members 103 American slices, e.g.

109 Budget Rent ___ 110 “A Bell for ___” (Hersey novel) 111 Japanese truck maker 112 1980s game show 116 Sir Walter Scott’s title

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1. TELEVISION: What were the names of the children on the “Roseanne” TV comedy?

2. HOLIDAYS: What holiday is set aside to stress the importance of planting trees?

3. ANATOMY: What is the hardest known substance in the human body?

4. GEOLOGY: What is amber?

5. GENERAL KNOWLEDGE: What organization allows people to join when they turn 50 years old?

6. CARS: What is the symbol for Audi vehicles?

7. GEOGRAPHY: What kind of landform is Martha’s Vineyard?

121 River dividing Nebraska 122 Munchkin 123 Document repository 124 Placed in a farm tower 125 With 20-Across, epinephrine or cortisol 126 “Moby-Dick” narrator DOWN 1 “___ Na Na” 2 ___ polloi 3 Bruin Bobby 4 “Wow!,” in a chat room 5 Fake locks 6 Bug 7 Edison rival 8 Reciprocal of cosine 9 ___-jongg 10 ___ discount 11 Solitary sort 12 LEM part 13 Comic Martin 14 Itar-___ news agency 15 ___ Darya (Asian river) 16 Sweater type 17 2004 Jude Law title role 18 Actor Christopher 19 Barber’s leather band 25 Film director Wiseman 27 Heavily involved (in) 30 Hog product 31 Repeat 32 Plethora 33 Capital of Angola

8. MUSIC: What group recorded the 1966 hit “Good Vibrations”?

9. SCIENCE: What is the term for the temperature at which cooled water vapor turns into liquid?

10. MOVIE: What was Disney’s first animated feature that was based on an original story?

34 Jackal’s kin 35 Hex- ender 36 Flying stinger 39 Least bold 41 Pizzeria unit 42 Slip-___ (pullovers) 44 Say yes to 45 Winery tank 46 Vanity 47 It fits into a mortise 48 Wandering 49 Plate position 50 Tightening muscle 52 Flinch 53 Paella pot 57 Lhasa ___ (little dogs) 59L ike e-devices 60 Verdi work 61 Inch along 63 Actor Haley Joel ___ 65 Hit ___ spot 68 Pontificated 69 Mother, in Mexicali 70 Be seepy 71 Smelted materials 74 Ignites 77 Promise 80 “True ___” (“Indeedy”) 81 Cato’s 52 83 Flatbread of India 84 LAX abbr.

87 Former jets to the U.K. 88 Sword variety 89 Juice drinks 90 Booze up

92 Is no more 93 Expert finish?

98 Whispers in stage acting 99 Place to pray 100 Lock parts 101 Eyelike windows 102 Of pontiffs 103 iPod Touch, e.g.

104 Grates on 105 Initial stage 106 Flinch 107 Persian Gulf sheikdom 108 Old autocrats 110 Did like 113 Road no.

114 Be indebted 115 Domicile: Abbr.

117 Unit of resistance 118 Actress Vardalos 119 12/24, e.g.

120 ___ Aviv

MAGIC MAZE ANSWERS

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Answers 1. Darlene, Becky and D.J. 2. Arbor Day 3. Tooth enamel 4. Fossilized tree resin 5. AARP 6. Four interlocking rings 7. An island 8. The Beach Boys 9. Dew point 10. “The Lion King”

WEEKLY SUDOKU

BY LINDA THISTLE

Find the listed words in the diagram. They run in all directions — forward, backward, up, down and diagonally.

A few weeks ago I discovered that her head on a classroom wall after school confession can be good for the soul — closes for the day. :-) and for a laugh. It happened when I got And how about this handy-dandy gadthinking about something — a bad habit get, folks? What would you pay for a small at my age — and came up with a list of 10 device that fits in a pocket or purse and items I doubted Mom and Pop’s genera- when clicked erases all memory from othtion had back in the early 1900s. ers of anything dumb you said in They were things you and I take the last 30 minutes? Just think for granted in today’s “modern” your turn of all the nasty moments you’ve world, and ones I thought would lived through that could have have been handy for them back been avoided with that! then too.

Here’s one that every houseWhat an education I got! I’ve hold in the nation could use: A been wrong before, but would Chinese can opener that actually you believe this, Johnny? They opens cans. Sorry, I know that’s already had every one of them! asking a lot, but what the hell!

Not only that; I missed the date We can dream can’t we?

— some of them were invented Tom Garrett What about an innocent lookby more than 5,000 years. So I ing mechanical dog that can had a good laugh at myself, and I sniff out any teenage male dumb suppose you did too. enough to buy size 13 shoes for size 7 feet I learned something out of that though. because he thinks that girls really believe I work from home because I’m a 24/7 care- there is a relationship between foot size giver for my beloved wife, Loretta, and and the size of a male appendage which as I was emailing the second of the two we need not name; said dog to raise its columns on that subject into the Roundup leg and pee fluorescent purple ink all over something occurred to me. Can you guess said shoes. what it was?

And I am willing to bet that everybody I said to myself, “Well, maybe I don’t in the country wants a pair of these know spit about things that have already right now! Windshield wiper blades made been invented, but I’ll bet I could name so that the worn rubber portions of the some things people would pay plenty for if blades can be replaced for 89 cents the someone invented them!” way they used to be instead of having Hence this column. to change the whole %$#@! thing for Here’s something I’ve been thinking $18. Also, a list of the names, addresses, about for 43 years. Back in the early ’70s photographs, and telephone numbers of I was stationed at RAF Upper Heyford the executives who schemed together in in England. I was one of the instructors the wiper blade companies to screw the in a Field Training Detachment. One of public, together with a bull’s-eye tattooed the instructors brought in a copy of Mad between the eyes of each executive, and Magazine. It had a little paper button in the issue to every car owner of a free it that could be cut out and pasted some- crossbow and a dozen 18-inch steel crosswhere. It said, “Press here. Kill a student.” bow bolts, just in case they don’t get those He put it in the instructor’s lounge where new wiper blades out to us fast enough. we could all see it, and inside of two weeks Can’t you picture it? Twan-n-ng, thud! it was worn clean through by angry thumb “Look, Johnny! I got one of them!” jabs.

“Say what, Johnny? Oh, that was a Now show me a teacher that wouldn’t programmer who writes spell checkers pay hard cash for one of those! And no that change the whole meaning of what use lying about it, teach. We know what you are trying to say? Oh, well, mistakes it sounds like when someone is beating happen.” :-)

Open house at PS school is Aug. 10 don’t forget to return the “2016 Library Fundraiser” donation envelopes that work on Trail 15; meet at the Strawberry were mailed out to residents last week.

Trailhead near milepost 270 They can be returned to the library in • Aug. 13, Saturday, 8 a.m. to noon: person or by mail with the contribution work on Trail 15, meet at the Walnut and designation where the money should Trail pullout on FS 428 be spent.

• Aug. 20, Saturday, 8 a.m. to Most importantly, remember the fundnoon: work on Trail 15, meet at the raiser is crucial to keeping the library Mohawk Drive entrance the finest in small-town Arizona.

• Aug. 27, Saturday, 8 a.m. to noon: work on Trail 15, meet at the Mohawk Open house for parents Drive entrance Celebrate School Day is from 5:30 Volunteers should bring their own p.m. to 7 p.m., Wednesday, Aug. 10 lunch, snacks and water to all the work and all parents are invited to meet new sessions. principal/superintendent Linda O’Dell, From page 11

Pine Library Friends The Friends of Pine Library monthly meeting is at 1 p.m., Monday Aug. 22 in the Library Activity Center will feature two intriguing book reviews.

Sandy Carver will review “The Nightingale” by Kristin Hannah and Linda Armstrong will review John Doerr’s “All the Light We Cannot See.” The public is invited and refreshments will be served.

One reviewer has said about “The Nightingale,” “This World War II novel was so beautifully written. This war was a time of bitter hatred and in this story Kristin Hannah brings to life love, survival, bitterness, strength, and persistence.”

“All the Light We Cannot See” author John Doerr is a highly acclaimed, award winner whose book became a New York Times best seller. It tells the story of a blind French girl and German boy whose paths collide in occupied France as both try to survive the devastation of World War II. Movie Madness

CROSSWORD ANSWER

SUDOKU ANSWER

SALOME’S STARS ARIES (March 21 to April 19) A misunderstanding tests the temperament of the sometimes headstrong Aries. Instead of blowing your top, take time for a pleasant diversion while things cool down.

TAURUS (April 20 to May 20) A workplace problem could make the divine Bovine see red. But talk it out before you consider walking out.

Some surprising facts emerge that change your earlier focus.

GEMINI (May 21 to June 20) You face a choice between ignoring your uneasy feelings about your relationship with that special person and demanding explanations. A close friend offers wise counsel.

CANCER (June 21 to July 22) A change you’d been hoping for carries an unexpected complication. Stay the course, and things will work themselves out. Be sure to make time for family and friends.

LEO (July 23 to August 22) Aspects favor spending time with loved ones. On the job, new ideas are generally welcomed. But some demands for changes could cause problems. Be ready to defend your choices.

VIRGO (August 23 to September 22) Good news: That workplace problem is close to being resolved with results that should please everyone. Take time off to indulge your love of fun and games.

LIBRA (September 23 to October 22) Most of the time you are the most unflappable person around. But be ready to be thrown off-bal-

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ance in the nicest way when Cupid takes aim in your direction.

SCORPIO (October 23 to November 21) It’s not often when someone tries to “sting” the sharp-witted Scorpion. But it can happen.

Continue to be skeptical about anything that seems too good to be true.

SAGITTARIUS (November 22 to December 21) Your strong sense of self-esteem helps you serve as a role model for someone who needs personal reassurances. Your efforts pay off in an unexpected way.

CAPRICORN (December 22 to January 19) Someone close considers revealing a painful secret. Withhold judgment. Instead, open your generous heart, and offer dollops of your love and understanding.

AQUARIUS (January 20 to February 18) Your talents as a peacemaker are called upon once more as an old problem re-emerges with new complications. Move cautiously in order to avoid falling into hidden traps.

PISCES (February 19 to March 20) Your artistic side is enhanced with the reception given to your new project. Use this success as encouragement toward fulfilling your larger goals.

BORN THIS WEEK: Your natural sense of leadership is combined with a deep sense of responsibility. People trust you to give them both guidance and understanding.

The Isabelle Hunt Memorial Library “Movie Madness” events that correspond during the school year with student dismissals for teacher in-service training will continue at 1 p.m., Wednesday, Aug. 17 with the showing of “The Angry Birds.”

The movie is rated PG and is 97 minutes.

At 1 p.m., Wednesday, Sept. 21, the Walt Disney movie “The Jungle Book” will be showing. It is 106 minutes.

As usual, children should bring their own pillow so as to be comfortable on the floor and refreshments will be served.

While taking advantage of all the great services the library has to offer,

teachers and staff members.

Parents should also have by now picked up a school supply list from the Pine post office or at the school that contains the items students will need in their particular grade level.

For more information, call 928-4763283.

ATV ride tomorrow The Rim Country Riders ATV/UTV group’s next cross-country outing, “Bernie and Dave’s Waterwheel Fun Ride” is tomorrow, Saturday, Aug. 5.

Also on the fall agenda are the “Casino to Gisela Ride” on Sept. 17; “Justice McNeeley Poker Run” on Oct. 1; “Rye4Seasons Motorsports Annual Ride and BBQ” on Oct. 8; and the “Tonto Village Double D Ride and Lunch” on Oct. 15.

Call 928-476-2626 for more information.

Quilt auction on tap

The Friends of the Strawberry Patchers is hosting the eighth annual “A Beautiful Quilt Auction” on Aug. 13 at the Pine-Strawberry Community Center.

Doors open at 11 a.m. for registration and preview and the auction is at 1 p.m.

There is no admission charge, but those who bring a can or package of non-perishable food to be donated to the local food bank will be entered into a special raffle.

“Come and enjoy the bidding fun,” is the invitation from Strawberry Patchers members.

Additional information and entry forms may be obtained by logging on to: www.strawberrypatchers.com.

Thought for the week “Being defeated is temporary; giving up makes it permanent.”

Many artists make homes in Rim Country From page 12 “Today, after more than 400 days of hiking, rafting, and experiencing the Grand Canyon over the past 45 years, I am proud and humbled to realize that my plan to spend a year in the Canyon was achieved.

“I have followed the trails and footsteps of ancient peoples who eked out a sparse, artistic, and meaningful existence on top and beneath the rims. I have witnessed the delicate tapestry of life and death in one of the most extreme and remote

places on earth. I have been fortunate to share many of my most favorite hiking and rafting destinations with close friends and family. And, at this point in my life, I feel a responsibility to be an advocate for this special place that has become my refuge, my church, and my home away from home.”

He also shared the “secret” that due to popular demand he will be hosting another wine-tasting event at Sheila’s Creekside restaurant. Time and date have yet to be coordinated ... and that’s another week in the Creek.

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2. Auguts 5 & 6 (Fri-Sat) from 7am to 3pm; 2408 W. Palmer Dr, Airport Rd past the Airport. Plenty of Parking. Jewelry, Household & Kitchen Items, Knick Knacks, Tools, Misc. 928-472-8433 3. 2600 W. Palmer Dr. Fri. & Sat. Aug. 5 & 6 starting at 7am: Three Family Yard Sale: Furniture, Nick Nacks, Houseware items, Jewelry, Antiques, Kitchenware and Much More! Too Much To List!

AUTOS/VEHICLES CARS

Part-Time on Call-Out

Mobile RV & Trailer

Candidate must possess or successfully obtain outside of work hours - Basic Wildland Certification and Red Card Qualification (tuition provided)

Repair!

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

www.hellsgatefire.org

NEWSPAPER CARRIERS WANTED

Call Carl 928-951-3500

Serving Payson over 7 years

CARS 1946 Willy s Jeep, Original Motor & Body, Must See to Believe. $3,200. Cash. If you can t pay cash, don t bother to ask.

928-468-6742

RVS

We offer Great Benefits; √ Exceptional 401 (k) Plan √ Excellent Medical Benefits Package; Dental & Vision Incl. √ Great Wages √ Personal Time Off Program (19 days) √ Discounts on Employee Meals

Must be 21 years of age or older, must have a good driving record and dependable transportation, preferably 4-wheel drive.

Attach proof/copy of Arizona Driver’s License to application.

Our company does background checks.

Apply online at 777play.com; or at the Human Resources Office M-F (7a-4p).

Drug-free environment. EOE.

PAYSON ROUNDUP

Applications available after 3:00 p.m. Monday through Friday at 708 N. Beeline Highway, Payson.

AUTO/FLAT GLASS INSTALLER Experience Preferred!!

Pay Depends on Experience.

928-951-3438

is seeking independent contractors to deliver newspapers, Tuesdays and Friday in the Early Morning Hours!

Must be 21 years of age, good driving record, dependable transportation, Preferably 4-Wheel Drive.

Attach Proof/Copy of Arizona Driver s License to Application Our Company does, Background Checks Applications available after 3:00 p.m. at 708 N. Beeline, Payson, AZ

Looking for Experienced Electrician, Must have Transportation, Please Call 928-970-0155 New Salon/Barber In Star Valley Now Open Looking for a Great Stylist, Barber, Nail Tech, Esthetician If you have Experience and would like to be Your Own Boss, Call 928-363-4110 Security FT PT, all shifts, background ck, computer or typing, able to be on feet, work ethic, service oriented. Pay DOE, PU/Return app Mon-Sat 11am-2pm, 814 N Beeline Hwy, Suite J, Payson

Veterinary Technician /Assistant Payson Pet Care Veterinary Clinic is recruiting for the position of Veterinary Technician /Assistant. This position is responsible for animal care, medicating, anesthetic monitoring, phlebotomy, assisting doctors and senior technicians. Must have a keen eye for detail, and not be afraid to work hard. Weekdays, alternating Saturdays and some after-hours care. Formal education or experience preferred but willing to train the right person. F/T employees enjoy paid vacation, holidays and 401-K. Drug Free Workplace. Interested candidates email resume to amber@paysonpetcare.com or fax to 928-472-9610. Applications available 7:30am-6:00pm M-F and Sat. 8:00am until 12:00pm.

HEALTH CARE CPES Is Hiring!

PT positions $9.25hrly Up to 25 hours per week Working with adults with Special Needs Days, evenings and weekends available No experience required Ask about our full time openings!

For more information call: 928-978-7995

Order: 10077164 Cust: -HOUSE ADS art#: 20128526 Class: Open Houses Size: 2.00 X 4.50

The Payson Roundup is seeking independent contractors to deliver newspapers on Tuesdays and Fridays in the EARLY MORNING HOURS.

GLASS MASTERS INC.

FOR SALE

Started 2/5 in stead of 7/29 - ad was on hold RETIRING - MUST SELL ESTABLISHED 30 YEARS FULL BLOWN TIRE AND MECHANICAL TRUCK TURN KEY 24-HR-TIRE & ROADSIDE SERVICE NEW ENGINE & TRANSMISSION (NOT REBUILT). REAR END DONE. OVER $30,000 IN TOOLS. AIR BAGS. ALL STOCK NEW TIRES, ETC. 2 TIRE MACHINES, 3 AIR COMPRESSORS, 1 BALANCER. COMES WITH BOOK OF BUSINESS. INCLUDES TIRE TRAILER.

Call 928-978-6497 Order: 10083011 FULL TIME HOUSEKEEPERS Cust: -Kohls Ranch Starting at $10.30/hour Keywords: FULL-TIME HOUSEKEEPERS FULL-TIME GROUNDS & LANDSC art#: 20136654 Class: General Size: 2.00 X 3.00

Chaparral Pines Golf Club Needs: FT Seasonal Golf Services, from August 1st to Nov. 15th. 30 + Hours p/week @ $10.p/h.

Pick-up Application at Security Gate

2005 Holiday Rambler, 30 Class A, 2 Slides, Excellent Condition, 30K Miles, $33K.obo 928-472-7443

TRUCKS 1999 Ford Super Duty Lariat, 4x4 Diesel, Auto Trans, PS, PW, PD, PB, PS, Cruise Control, AC, CD, Leather, Garaged, Must See, 151,350 Miles, $16,000.

928-978-3597

Home Care Provider Caring providers needed to assist seniors and individuals with disabilities in their homes. Great part time job with flexible hours. Must be able to obtain a Class 1 fingerprint clearance.

Experience not required, we will train. $9.00 to start. Call 928 468-6743 or send resume to sromberger@lss-sw.org

Order: 10082760 Are -Kegan you Elderly Cust: Arnold , Handicapped Keywords: Buena Vista or in Need of Assistance? art#: 20136322 I’m a Personal Certified Trustworthy Caregiver with Class: Childcare workers 25 years experience, Size: 2.00 X 2.00 looking for clients needing help with the activities of daily living.

Personal and Professional References

Call Leona at 602-359-8926

Payson Roundup CLASSIFIEDS Friday, August 5, 2016 HEALTH CARE NEEDED NOW!!!

Experienced In House Medical Biller RN w/IV Skills Pay D.O.Experience, Send Resume & References Required.

Internal Med Clinic, PO Box 2581,Payson,85547

Registered Nurse, CNA Hospice of Payson is recruiting RN s and CNA s for part time and full time positions. Must have Az. states license. Prior hospice experience not required. Salary based on experience.Send resume to info@hospiceofpayson.com or apply in person at 900 N Beeline Hwy. Suite #B Payson, Az 85541. 928-474-2415

RESTAURANTS SUBWAY: Apply within, Bashas

Shopping Center, 128 E. Hwy. 260. Energetic People. Come Join Our Crew!

PT/FT, Monthly Bonuses. $50. Sign-up Bonus, Vacation Pay.

SALES/MARKETING

IMMEDIATE OPENINGS

Sales Reps

for experienced & inexperienced Sales Reps at Steve Coury Ford.

ATT E N T I O N Looking for candidates with strong work ethic, a willingness to learn.

We provide top of the line PAID TRAINING for right individuals.

Experience not required, you can earn while you learn. Must be willing to sell Ford new car lines in addition to quality pre-owned vehicles. We offer excellent pay plan opportunities.

This is an opportunity to grow with an organization that is rated number one by their community for sales and service. Realistic starting income of 2 - 4K per month with potential for a 6 figure income. Top salesperson income for July over 10K.

If you feel that this is the opportunity you have been looking for in the automotive industry then please contact Doug Zank at (928) 474-8888 or come out to Steve Coury Ford located at 4397 East Highway 260 in Star Valley. We will be excited to hear from you!

SERVICES CHILDCARE School aide for autistic six year old School aide. 35 hours per week.Need associates degree or a paraprofessional certificate 480-678-8959

CONSTRUCTION Debco Construction

New Homes,Remodels,Decks, Painting, Garages, Wood/Tile Floors, Affordable Prices, Don 928-978-1996, Lic. & Bonded, Res. Lic.#ROC185345 Commercial Lic.#ROC182282 In Payson Area 35 years

DRYWALL, STUCCO AND PLASTER Repairs 40 Years Experience, Retired Plasterer Call Rick 928-468-2361 or 626-318-2395

HANDYMAN Don s Handyman Home Repairs, Mobile Home Roofs, Backhoe Work, Drains, Driveway, Landscaping, Yardwork Tree Trimming, Hauling!

Senior Discount: 928-478-6139

ELECTRICAL SERVICE & MORE Free estimates. Skilled in Electrical, HVAC & Installation/ Service of Water Heaters, Swamp Coolers, HVAC units, etc. Contact Mike. 928 517 1384

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

az cans ARIZONA CLASSIFIED ADVERTISING NETWORK Adoption Pregnant? A childless married couple seeks to adopt. Will be hands-on parents. Financial security. Expenses paid.

Chad & Julio (ask for Adam). 1-800-7905260. (AzCAN) Apartments for Rent Looking for an affordable 62+ senior apartment? Superior Arboretum Apartments, immediate occupancy, one bedroom & studios, on-site laundry & utility allowance.

Rent based on Income Guidelines. 199 W.

HAULING

MOBILES FOR SALE

Home Repair Lawn Care Hauling CD 2015

HOME REPAIRS

Lawn Care

HAULING

Diversified Services IOWA BOY - HONEST, DEPENDABLE

(Inexpensive) Not a Licensed Contractor

JOE - 970-1873 HOME SERVICES HOUSEKEEPING ETC. Cleaning Services, Regular Scheduled Cleanings, Organizing and Move-Outs!

Call Shari for an Appointment!

928-951-1807

LANDSCAPING Antonio s Landscaping Landscaping, Yard Maintenance, Stonework and Firewood Available, Call Antonio @ 928-951-4267 or 928-363-1382

Legal Services ad attached

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

Patricia Rockwell AZ Certified Legal Document Preparer/ Paralegal

928-476-6539 AZCLDP #81438

REAL ESTATE BUSINESSES FOR SALE Local Boutique for sale-Large inventory, low rent, high weekeng traffic, great potential for growth, currently open weekends only, establish 2011. $12,000 call 928-951-3314 Restaurant for sale or lease in Pine, Arizona. 928-978-2993

COMMERCIAL FOR SALE ESTABLISHED BEAUTY SALON 4 SALE In Payson Call 928-978-2772

HOMES FOR SALE 3 BR. 2-1/2 BA. 2022 sq. ft., 4559 N. Juniper Lane, Pine, AZ. Open House Saturday Aug 6 & 20, 10-4, Revelation Real Estate, Joe Pastori $349900.

480-577-8102 www.joepastori.com

REPOS: 2, 3, & 4 Bedrooms, Starting from $9,989. Call Bronco Homes: 1-800-487-0712

RENTALS APARTMENTS FOR RENT

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Apartments For Rent

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APARTMENTS FEATURING: • • • • •

2 Bedrooms/2 Baths 2 Bedrooms/ 1.5 Baths Washers & Dryers Covered Parking Pet Friendly

ASPEN COVE

801 E. FRONTIER ST. , PAYSON, AZ 85541

(928) 474-8042

Cornerstone Property Services www.cornerstone-mgt.com Apartments for Rent

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Forest Hills Condominiums ✿

333 N. McLane

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Relax by our cool swimming pool Large 1-2 Bedrooms

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

Call Caroline 928-472-6055 Positively Payson

Tonto Oaks Apts. & Mobile Homes 120 S. Tonto St.

. .K LOO

NO LONGER!

I have what you need!

GLORIOUS 1 & 2 BEDROOM APARTMENTS

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

HOMES FOR RENT 3+ BR, 2 BA, House, 1008 W SADDLE LANE, Payson, AZ, 85541, 12 months lease, $ $900, 928-476-8500.

Available 7/20/2016. Beautiful Luxurious Tri-Level Townhouse on G.V. Lakes. Very Quiet. Over 2100 Sq. Ft. Good Credit and Ref. Required. Small Pet OK. Non-Smoking. $1200 per month. 901 W. Madera Ln. Call (928) 951-4320 In Payson, Great Neighborhood, Very Clean, Large 2Br/2Ba, Garage, Covered Front and Rear Decks,Total Electric, $1150.mo Call 928-468-1068 or 602-647-2014

INCOME PROPERTY FOR SALE Investment Income Property for Sale by Owner!, 4 Plex in Clean, Quiet, N.E.Payson. For Details Call 928-978-1385

LAND FOR SALE One Half Acre, Tonto Basin Property, Fenced w/34ft 2004 Challenger 5th Wheel, 24x40 High Metal Cover, Storage Room, Gravel Driveway, Fruit Trees & Rose all along front, $75,000.obo 928-240-8440

MANUFACTURED HOMES FOR SALE 12x60 1Br/1ba MFG, 55+, Washer, Dryer, Furnished, Patio, Car Port, Covered Porch $12,900. 705 E. Miller Rd; 928-978-7499 Revised ad attached

1999 CAVCO SUN VILLA MODEL 16.5’ x 55’ Manufactured Home in 55+ Community.

2 Bedroom, Full kitchen, washer & dryer.

Extra bonus: 12’x8’ Shed

Located at Cedar Grove Trailer Park space #33 at the corner of St. Phillips and Frontier Streets.

To see, please call for appointment 928-474-0153 928-970-1541 or 520-423-2092 $28,500

MOBILES FOR SALE Foreclosures: 30 Homes, both New and PreOwned to Choose From, Free Delivery, Call Bronco Homes, 1-800-487-0712

Gray Dr., Superior, AZ. Call 1-866-9624804, www.ncr.org/superiorarboretum.

Equal Housing Opportunity. Wheelchair Accessible. (AzCAN) Financial SOCIAL SECURITY Disability Benefits.

Unable to work? Denied benefits? We can help! WIN or Pay nothing! Contact Bill Gordon & Associates at 1-800-9603595 to start your application today!

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In town quiet 3bd/2.5ba/bonus-room 2Car Garage A/C, kitchen appliances, walk, parks, Schools, Fence, sml pets + dep, $1100.mo+dep 928-474-2724 or 602 358-1722 Payson: 3 BR+Bonus/3 BA, 2,485 sq. ft., Gourmet Kitchen (Chef s Dream), Fabulous Master Suite, Hardwood & Tile Floors Throughout, Fireplace, A/C, Laundry Room, Garage/Storage, Decks/Gazebo, No Smoking/No Pets Sewer Incl. $1,800/month, 1 yr lease, 480-390-1096.

Prudential Pine

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928-476-3279

UNFURNISHED RENTAL HOMES NEEDED

Independently Owned & Operated

MOBILE/RV SPACES RYE RV PARK 1Br/1Ba, (Furnished) $350.mo & Up; Free Laundry On-site, Utility Dep. Water/Trash Included, 602-502-0020

LEGAL NOTICES 16238: 7/22, 7/29, 8/5, 8/12/2016 TS/File 137427.10295 NOTICE OF TRUSTEE S SALE. The following legally described trust property will be sold, pursuant to the power of sale under that certain Deed of Trust recorded on AUGUST 3, 2015, in INSTRUMENT NO. 2015-007576 in the Office of the County Recorder of GILA County, Arizona - NOTICE! IF YOU BELIEVE THERE IS A DEFENSE TO a driver for Stevens Transport! NO EXPERIENCE NEEDED! New drivers earn $800+ per week! PAID CDL TRAINING! Stevens covers all costs!

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LEGAL NOTICES THE TRUSTEE SALE OR IF YOU HAVE AN OBJECTION TO THE TRUSTEE SALE, YOU MUST FILE AN ACTION AND OBTAIN A COURT ORDER PURSUANT TO RULE 65, ARIZONA RULES OF CIVIL PROCEDURE, STOPPING THE SALE NO LATER THAN 5:00 P.M. MOUNTAIN STANDARD TIME OF THE LAST BUSINESS DAY BEFORE THE SCHEDULED DATE OF THE SALE, OR YOU MAY HAVE WAIVED ANY DEFENSES OR OBJECTIONS TO THE SALE. UNLESS YOU OBTAIN AN ORDER, THE SALE WILL BE FINAL AND WILL OCCUR at public auction to the highest bidder AT THE MAIN ENTRANCE OF PIONEER TITLE AGENCY, INC., 421 S. BEELINE HWY, PAYSON, ARIZONA on SEPTEMBER 7, 2016, 2016 at 10:00 A.M. of said day: The following described real property situated in Gila County, Arizona: That part of the Northeast quarter of Section 3, Township 5 North, Range 11 East of the Gila and Salt River Base and Meridian, Gila County, Arizona, described as follows: Beginning at the Northwest corner of the Southeast quarter of the Northeast quarter of Section 3; Thence South 01°00 37 East along the West line of said Southwest quarter of the Northeast quarter of Section 3, a distance of 330.17 feet; Thence South 89°46 06 East along the South line of the North half of the North half of the Southeast quarter of the Northeast quarter of Section 3, a distance of 366.88 feet to the Southwest corner of that parcel of land described in instrument recorded in Docket 355, Page 94, Records of Gila County, Arizona; Thence North 01°00 37 West 980.72 feet along the West line of that parcel described in instrument recorded in Docket 355, Page 94, to the center line of a 54 foot wide right of way; Thence North 71°47 51 West along said center line of right of way 335.61 feet to the beginning of the curve to the left with a delta of 17°55 13 and a radius of 317.12 feet; Thence Westerly along the arc of said curve 51.71 feet to a point on the West line of the Northeast quarter of Section 3; Thence South 01°00 37 East along said West line of the Northeast quarter of the Northeast quarter of Section 3, a distance of 765.81 feet to the point of beginning. Purported Property Address: 263 N. COYOTE TRAIL RD., TONTO BASIN, AZ. Tax Parcel Number: 201-18-011. Original Principal Balance: $105,000.00.

Original/Current Beneficiary: ERIC R. IVEY and HELEN M. IVEY, as Trustees under the IVEY FAMILY LIVING TRUST, dated October 1, 2010, 550 E. AGAVE DR., TUCSON, AZ 85704. Original/Current Trustor: BILLY KARL CRANDALL, P.O. BOX 1356, TONTO BASIN, AZ 85553. Said Trustee s Sale will be held without covenant or warranty express or implied, regarding title, possession, or encumbrances, to pay the unpaid principal balance of $104,619.94 plus monies due as provided under the terms of said Deed of Trust, plus fees, charges and expenses of the Trustee and of the trust created by said Deed of Trust. Dated: APRIL 18, 2016. Current Trustee: Pioneer Title Agency, Inc., an Arizona corporation, 580 East Wilcox Drive, Sierra Vista, AZ 85635, (520) 458-3500. Pioneer Title Agency, Inc., an Arizona corporation, as Trustee. By:/s/ Shannon E. Copp, Assistant Secretary. Manner of Trustee Qualification: Escrow Agent Name of Regulating Agency: Arizona Department of Financial Institutions. STATE OF ARIZONA, COUNTY OF COCHISE. The foregoing instrument was acknowledged before me on JUNE 6, 2016, by Shannon E. Copp, Assistant Secretary of Pioneer Title Agency, Inc., an Arizona corporation. By:/s/ Judith A. Renn, Notary Public. My Commission Expires: May 15, 2019.

16263: 7/22, 7/29, 8/5, 8/12/2016 Round Valley/Oxbow Fire District 2016/2017 Budget Proposed Budget $120,569.91 Est. payment to Payson Fire $119,050.91.

Other Exp. $30. ad for Public Notice, $295. Dues, $1194. Ins. 16264: 7/22, 7/29, 8/5, 8/12/2016 NOTICE OF TRUSTEE S SALE File ID. #16-40489 Hussey Title No: 21601769 The following legally described trust property will be sold, pursuant to the power of sale under that certain trust deed recorded on 01/03/2011 as Document No. 2011-000032 Gila County, AZ. NOTICE! IF YOU BELIEVE THERE IS A DEFENSE TO THE TRUSTEE SALE OR IF YOU HAVE AN OBJECTION TO THE TRUSTEE SALE, YOU MUST FILE AN ACTION AND OBTAIN A COURT ORDER PURSUANT TO RULE 65, ARIZONA RULES OF CIVIL PROCEDURE, STOPPING THE SALE NO LATER THAN 5:00P.M. MOUNTAIN STANDARD TIME OF THE LAST BUSINESS DAY BEFORE THE SCHEDULED DATE OF THE SALE, OR YOU MAY HAVE WAIVED ANY DEFENSES OR OBJECTIONS TO THE SALE. UNLESS YOU OBTAIN AN ORDER, THE SALE WILL BE FINAL AND WILL OCCUR at public auction on September 28, 2016 at 11:00 AM, at the front entrance to the Gila County Courthouse, 1400 East Ash Street, Globe, AZ 85501. and the property will be sold by the Trustee to the highest bidder for cash (in the forms which are lawful tender in the United States and acceptable to the Trustee, payable in accordance with ARS 33-811). The sale shall convey all right, title, and interest conveyed to and now held by it under said Deed of Trust, in the property situated in said County and State and more fully described as:Lot 5, of PINE IS-

LEGAL NOTICES LAND AT CHAPARRAL PINES, according to the plat of record in the office of the county recorder of Gila County, Arizona, recorded in Map(s) No. 669 through 669C The street address/location of the real property described above is purported to be:2601 E Pine Island Lane Payson, AZ 85541 Tax Parcel No.: 302-88-005 9 The undersigned Trustee, Leonard J. McDonald, Attorney at Law, disclaims any liability for any incorrectness of the street address and other common designation, if any, shown herein.The beneficiary under the aforementioned Deed of Trust has accelerated the Note secured thereby and has declared the entire unpaid principal balance, as well as any and all other amounts due in connection with said Note and/or Deed of Trust, immediately due and payable. Said sale will be made in an as is condition, but without covenant or warranty, expressed or implied, regarding title, possession or encumbrances, to satisfy the indebtedness secured by said Deed of Trust, advances thereunder, with interest as provided therein, and the unpaid principal balance of the Note secured by said Deed of Trust with interest thereon as proved in said Note, plus fees, charges and expenses of the Trustee and of the trusts created by said Deed of Trust. Original Principal Balance: $410,750.00 Original Trustor: Martin Hussey and Janice Hussey, husband and wife 173 Venus Cay Dr., Naples, FL 34114 Current Beneficiary: Wells Fargo Bank, N.A. Care of / Servicer Wells Fargo Home Mortgage Inc 3476 Stateview Boulevard, MAC #X7801- 014 Fort Mill, SC 29715 Current Trustee:Leonard J. McDonald 2525 East Camelback Road, Suite 700 Phoenix, Arizona 85016 (602) 255-6035 Leonard J. McDonald, Attorney at Law Trustee/Successor Trustee, is regulated by and qualified per ARS Section 33-803 (A)2 as a member of The Arizona State Bar. A-FN4581496 07/22/2016, 07/29/2016, 08/05/2016, 08/12/2016 16270: 7/29, 8/2, 8/5/2016 Articles Of Incorporation Of KTB Management, Inc. Article 1. The name of the corporation shall be KTB Management, Inc. (the Corporation ). Article 2.

The purpose for which the Corporation is organized is the transaction of any and all lawful business for which corporations may be incorporated under the Arizona Business Corporation Act, as it may be amended from time to time (the Business Corporation Act ). Article 3. The character of business that the Corporation initially intends to conduct in the State of Arizona is to provide management services on behalf of other limited liability companies and all manner of activity related thereto. Article 4.

The Corporation shall have authority to issue one hundred thousand (100,000) shares of common stock, par value One Cent ($.01) per share. Article 5. The name and street address of the initial statutory agent of the Corporation is Michael A. Oddonetto, 341 South Hill Street, Globe, Arizona 85501. Article 6. The initial street address of the known place of business for the Corporation is 341 South Hill Street, Globe, Arizona 85501. Article 7. The initial board of directors shall consist of two (2) members.

The number of directors may be increased or decreased from time to time as set forth in the bylaws of the Corporation. Michael A. Oddonetto, 341 South Hill Street, Globe, Arizona 85501 and Kimberly Oddonetto, 341 South Hill Street, Globe, Arizona 85501, shall serve as the members of the initial board of directors until their successors are elected and qualified or until their earlier resignation or removal. Article 8. The personal liability of any director of the Corporation to the Corporation or its shareholders for money damages for any action taken or any failure to take any action as a director is hereby eliminated to the fullest ex-

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LEGAL NOTICES tent allowed by law. Article 9. The Corporation shall indemnify, and advance expenses to, to the fullest extent allowed by the Business Corporation Act, any person who incurs liability or expense by reason of such person acting as a director of the Corporation. This indemnification with respect to director shall be mandatory, subject to the requirements of the Business Corporation Act, in all circumstances in which indemnification is permitted by the Business Corporation Act. In addition, the Corporation may, in its sole discretion, indemnify, and advance expenses to, to the fullest extent allowed by the Business Corporation Act, any person who incurs liability or expenses by reason of such person acting as an officer, employee or agent of the Corporation, except where indemnification is mandatory pursuant to the Business Corporation Act, in which case the Corporation shall indemnify to the fullest extent required by the Business Corporation Act. Article 10.

Michael A. Oddonetto shall serve as the President of the Corporation and Kimberly Oddonetto shall serve as the Secretary and Treasurer of the Corporation, until their successors are duly elected and qualified or until their earlier resignation or removal. Article 11. Kimberly Oddonetto, 341 South Hill Street, Globe, Arizona 85501 is the Incorporator of the Corporation. All powers, duties and responsibilities of the incorporator shall cease at the time of delivery of these Articles of Incorporation to the Arizona Corporation Commission. Article 12. Unless the bylaws of the Corporation provide otherwise and the statutory agent expressly consents thereto in writing, all records required pursuant to the Business Corporation Act to be kept by the Corporation or its agent shall be kept by the Corporation at the known place of business of the Corporation. Dated: June 30, 2016. /s/ Kimberly Oddonetto. The undersigned, having been designated to act as statutory agent, hereby consents to act in that capacity until removed or resignation is submitted in accordance with the Arizona Revised Statutes. /s/ Michael A. Oddonetto.

16271: 7/29, 8/2, 8/5/2016 Articles Of Incorporation Of Oddonetto Industries, Inc. Article 1. The name of the corporation shall be Oddonetto Industries, Inc. (the Corporation ). Article 2.

The purpose for which the Corporation is organized is the transaction of any and all lawful business for which corporations may be incorporated under the Arizona Business Corporation Act, as it may be amended from time to time (the Business Corporation Act ). Article 3. The character of business that the Corporation initially intends to conduct in the State of Arizona is to acquire and hold equity interests in corporations and other subsidiaries and all manner of activity related thereto. Article 4. The Corporation shall have authority to issue one hundred thousand (100,000) shares of common stock, par value One Cent ($.01) per share. Article 5. The name and street address of the initial statutory agent of the Corporation is Michael A. Oddonetto, 341 South Hill Street, Globe, Arizona 85501. Article 6. The initial street address of the known place of business for the Corporation is 341 South Hill Street, Globe, Arizona 85501. Article 7. The initial board of directors shall consist of two (2) members.

The number of directors may be increased or decreased from time to time as set forth in the bylaws of the Corporation. Michael A. Oddonetto, 341 South Hill Street, Globe, Arizona 85501 and Kimberly Oddonetto, 341 South Hill Street, Globe, Arizona 85501, shall serve as the members of the initial board of directors until their successors are elected and qualified or until their earlier resignation or removal. Article 8. The personal liability of any director of the Corporation to the Corporation or its

Order: 10083076 Cust: -Town of Payson / Clerk's Dept Keywords: Pre-Election PRE-ELECTION FINANCIAL STATEMENT art#: 20136736 PRE-ELECTION FINANCIAL STATEMENT Class: Public Notices July 1, 2015 through May 31, 2016 PRE-ELECTION FINANCIAL STATEMENT July 1,2.00 2015 through May 31, 2016 Size: X 6.00 July 1, 2015 through May 31, 2016 REVENUE Local REVENUE Property Tax Local REVENUE Sales TaxTax Property Local Gila Co. Tax Sales TaxTransport Property Tax Bed Tax Gila Co. Sales TaxTransport Tax Fees Bed Co. Tax Transport Tax Gila Licenses FeesTax & Permits Bed Service LicensesCharges & Permits Fees Debt Proceeds Service Charges Licenses & Permits Miscellaneous Debt Proceeds Service Charges State Shared Miscellaneous Debt Proceeds State Sales Tax State Shared Miscellaneous State Income Tax State Shared State Sales Tax Highway Users Revenue State Sales Income Tax State Tax Vehicle License Tax Highway Users Revenue State Income Tax Intergovernmental Vehicle License Tax Highway Users Revenue Grants Intergovernmental Vehicle License Tax Various Grants Intergovernmental Transfers Various Grants Transfers Various Use of Fund Balance Reserves Transfers TOTAL Use of Fund Balance Reserves TOTAL Use of Fund Balance Reserves TOTAL EXPENDITURES General Fund EXPENDITURES Capital Projects General Fund Fund EXPENDITURES Debt Service Funds Capital Projects General Fund Fund Enterprise Fund Debt Service Funds Capital Projects Fund Special Revenue Funds Enterprise Fund Debt Service Funds TOTAL Special Revenue Funds Enterprise Fund TOTAL Special Revenue Funds TOTAL

607,454 6,179,816 607,454 670,891 6,179,816 607,454 222,348 670,891 6,179,816 397,501 222,348 670,891 336,807 397,501 222,348 5,596,231 336,807 397,501 5,892,356 5,596,231 336,807 1,987,184 5,892,356 5,596,231 1,987,184 5,892,356 1,206,522 1,987,184 1,688,719 1,206,522 1,191,808 1,688,719 1,206,522 792,997 1,191,808 1,688,719 792,997 1,191,808 199,911 792,997 360,937 199,911 22,902 360,937 199,911 22,902 360,937 (472,900) 22,902 26,881,484 (472,900) 26,881,484 (472,900) 26,881,484 11,761,688 234,823 11,761,688 607,940 234,823 11,761,688 10,245,753 607,940 234,823 4,031,280 10,245,753 607,940 26,881,484 4,031,280 10,245,753 26,881,484 4,031,280 26,881,484

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LEGAL NOTICES shareholders for money damages for any action taken or any failure to take any action as a director is hereby eliminated to the fullest extent allowed by law. Article 9. The Corporation shall indemnify, and advance expenses to, to the fullest extent allowed by the Business Corporation Act, any person who incurs liability or expense by reason of such person acting as a director of the Corporation. This indemnification with respect to directors shall be mandatory, subject to the requirements of the Business Corporation Act, in all circumstances in which indemnification is permitted by the Business Corporation Act. In addition, the Corporation may, in its sole discretion, indemnify, and advance expenses to, to the fullest extent allowed by the Business Corporation Act, any person who incurs liability or expenses by reason of such person acting as an officer, employee or agent of the Corporation, except where indemnification is mandatory pursuant to the Business Corporation Act, in which case the Corporation shall indemnify to the fullest extent required by the Business Corporation Act. Article 10.

Michael A. Oddonetto shall serve as the President of the Corporation and Kimberly Oddonetto shall serve as the Secretary and Treasurer of the Corporation, until their successors are duly elected and qualified or until their earlier resignation or removal. Article 11.

Kimberly Oddonetto, 341 South Hill Street, Globe, Arizona 85501 is the Incorporator of the Corporation. All powers, duties and responsibilities of the incorporator shall cease at the time of delivery of these Articles of Incorporation to the Arizona Corporation Commission. Article 12. Unless the bylaws of the Corporation provide otherwise and the statutory agent expressly consents thereto in writing, all records required pursuant to the Business Corporation Act to be kept by the Corporation or its agent shall be kept by the Corporation at the known place of business of the Corporation. Dated: June 30, 2016. /s/ Kimberly Oddonetto. The undersigned, having been designated to act as statutory agent, hereby consents to act in that capacity until removed or resignation is submitted in accordance with the Arizona Revised Statutes. /s/ Michael A. Oddonetto.

16272: 8/5, 8/12, 8/19, 8/26/2016 TS No. 2016-00473-AZ NOTICE OF TRUSTEE S SALE The following legally described trust property will be sold, pursuant to the power of sale under that certain Deed of Trust dated 06/18/2003 and recorded on 06/27/2003 as Instrument No. 2003-011070, Book - Page and rerecorded on as in the official records of Gila County, Arizona, NOTICE! IF YOU BELIEVE THERE IS A DEFENSE TO THE TRUSTEE SALE OR IF YOU HAVE AN OBJECTION TO THE TRUSTEE SALE, YOU MUST FILE AN ACTION AND OBTAIN A COURT ORDER PURSUANT TO RULE 65, ARIZONA RULES OF CIVIL PROCEDURE, STOPPING THE SALE NO LATER THAN 5:00 P.M. MOUNTAIN STANDARD TIME OF THE LAST BUSINESS DAY BEFORE THE SCHEDULED DATE OF THE SALE, OR YOU MAY HAVE WAIVED ANY DEFENSES OR OBJECTIONS TO THE SALE. UNLESS YOU OBTAIN AN ORDER, THE SALE WILL BE FINAL AND WILL OCCUR at public auction to the highest bidder At the main entrance to

LEGAL NOTICES the Gila County Courthouse 1400 E. Ash Street Globe, AZ 85501, in Gila County, on 10/24/2016 at 11:00 AM of said day: Legal Description: Lot 89, Payson North Unit Five, according to map no. 480, records of Gila County, Arizona.

Purported Street Address: 416 E. TIMBER DR, PAYSON, AZ 85541 Tax Parcel Number: 302-70-089A Original Principal Balance: $ 118,000.00 Name and Address of Current Beneficiary: U.S. Bank, National Association, as Trustee for C-BASS Mortgage Loan Asset-Backed Certificates, Series 2007-SP2 c/o Ocwen Loan Servicing, LLC 1661 Worthington Road West Palm Beach, FL 33409 Name and Address of Original Trustor: CHERI R. CLINE, WIFE OF EARL R. CLINE, AS HER SOLE AND SEPARATE PROPERTY 416 E. Timber Dr, Payson, AZ 85541 Name, Address and Telephone Number of Trustee: Western Progressive - Arizona, Inc. Northpark Town Center 1000 Abernathy Rd NE; Bldg 400, Suite 200 Atlanta, GA 30328 (866) 960-8299 SALE INFORMATION: Sales Line: (866) 960-8299 Website: http://www.altisource.com/Mort gageServices/DefaultManagem ent/TrusteeServices.aspx Western Progressive - Arizona, Inc. DATED: June 27, 2016 /s/ Keisha Lyons Keisha Lyons, Trustee Sale Assistant Pursuant to A.R.S. 33 - 803(A)(6), the trustee herein qualifies as a trustee of the Deed of Trust in the trustee s capacity as a corporation all the stock of which is owned by Premium Title Agency, Inc., an escrow agent in the state of Arizona.

The regulators of Premium Title Agency are the Arizona Department of Insurance and the Arizona Department of Financial Institutions. Western Progressive - Arizona, Inc. is registered with the Arizona Corporation Commission.

STATE OF Georgia COUNTY OF Fulton On June 27, 2016, before me, the undersigned, a Notary Public in and for the said State, duly commissioned and sworn, personally appeared Keisha Lyons, personally known to me (or proved to me on the basis of satisfactory evidence) to be the person who executed the within instrument and acknowledged to me that he/she executed the same in his/her authorized capacity, and that by his/her signature on the instrument, the person, or the entity upon behalf of which the person acted, executed the instrument.

WITNESS my hand and official seal. /s/ Iman Walcott IMAN WALCOTT

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LEGAL NOTICES NOTARY PUBLIC My Commission Expires: April 11, 2020 16273: 8/2, 8/5, 8/9/2016 Notice Of Publication Articles Of Organization Have Been Filed In The Office Of The Arizona Corporation Commission For I Name: Circle B Drain & Septic, LLC. L-21-07320-6. II The address of registered office is: 8099 S. Ice House Canyon Rd, Globe AZ 85501. The name and address of the Statutory Agent is: Joe Wayne Brantley, 8099 S. Ice House Canyon Rd Globe AZ 85501. Management of limited liability company is reserved to the members. The names and addresses of each person who is a member are: Joe Wayne Brantley, PO Box 362, Globe AZ 85502, member.

16274: 8/2, 8/5, 8/9/2016 Articles Of Organization Of High Desert Mobile Equipment Repair Services, LLC Pursuant to A.R.S. § 29-632, the undersigned states as follows: 1.

The name of the limited liability company is High Desert Mobile Equipment Repair Services, LLC. 2. The statutory agent s name and street address is KTB Management, Inc., 341 South Hill Street, Globe, Arizona 85501. 3. The address of the limited liability company s known place of business in Arizona is 341 South Hill Street, Globe, Arizona 85501. 4.

The period of duration of the limited liability company shall be perpetual. 5. Management of the limited liability company is vested in a Manager. The name and address of the Manager of the limited liability company is KTB Management, Inc., 341 South Hill Street, Globe, Arizona 85501. The name and address of each Member owning a twenty percent or greater interest in capital or profits of the limited liability company is Oddonetto Construction, Inc., 341 South Hill Street, Globe, Arizona 85501.

Dated: June 30, 2016 KTB Management, Inc. By: /s/ Name: Michael A. Oddonetto, Title: Chief Executive Officer. The undersigned, having been designated to act as Statutory Agent, hereby consents to act in that capacity until removed or resignation is submitted in accordance with the Arizona Revised Statutes. KTB Management, Inc. By: /s/ Name: Kimberly Oddonetto, Title: Secretary and Treasurer.

16275: 8/5, 8/12, 8/19, 8/26/2016 NOTICE OF TRUSTEE S SALE The following legally described trust property will be sold, pursuant to the power of sale under that certain Deed of Trust recorded on August 17, 2007 in Instrument No. 2007-013857 in the office of the County Recorder of Gila County, Arizona, NOTICE! IF YOU BELIEVE THERE IS A DEFENSE TO THE TRUSTEE SALE OR IF YOU HAVE AN OBJECTION TO THE TRUSTEE SALE, YOU MUST FILE AN ACTION AND OBTAIN A COURT ORDER PURSUANT TO RULE 65, ARIZONA RULES OF CIVIL PROCEDURE, STOPPING THE SALE NO LATER THAN 5:00 P.M. MOUNTAIN STANDARD TIME ON THE LAST BUSINESS DAY BEFORE THE SCHEDULED DATE OF THE SALE, OR YOU MAY HAVE WAIVED ANY DEFENSES OR OBJECTIONS TO THE SALE. UNLESS YOU OBTAIN AN ORDER, THE SALE WILL BE FINAL AND WILL OCCUR at public auction to the highest bidder at the front entrance to

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the Gila County Courthouse, 1400 E. Ash St., Globe, Arizona at 11:00a.m. on October 13, 2016: PARCEL NO. 1 PARCEL B OF RECORD OF SURVEY IN SURVEY MAP MO. 1406, RECORDS OF GILA COUNTY, ARIZONA. BEING A PORTION OF LOT 8, WONDER VALLEY, ACCORDING TO MAP NO. 537, RECORDS OF GILA COUNTY, ARIZONA. PARCEL NO. 2 AN EASEMENT FOR INGRESS, EGRESS AND PUBLIC UTILITIES OVER THE NORTH 20 FEET OF PARCEL A OF RECORD OF SURVEY IN SURVEY MAP NO. 1406, AS CREATED IN FEE NO. 2003-021772, RECORDS OF GILA COUNTY, ARIZONA. PARCEL NO 3.

AN UNDIVIDED INTEREST IN AND TO THAT CERTAIN WELL SITE AND WATER LINE EASEMENT, AS CREATED BY INSTRUMENT RECORDED IN DOCKET 436, PAGE 621, LOCATED ON LOT 1, WONDER VALLEY, ACCORDING TO MAP NO. 537, RECORDS OF GILA COUNTY, ARIZONA Purported Street address: 299 Midway St, Payson, AZ 85541 Tax Parcel # 302-74-008B Original Principal Balance $672,000.00 Name and Address of Beneficiary: THE BANK OF NEW YORK MELLON FKA THE BANK OF NEW YORK, AS TRUSTEE FOR THE CERTIFICATEHOLDERS OF THE CWMBS, IMC., CHL MORTGAGE PASS-THROUGH TRUST 2007-HY6, MORTGAGE PASS-THROUGH CERTIFICATES, SERIES 2007-HY6, in c/o Bayview Loan Servicing, LLC, 4425 Ponce de Leon Blvd, 5th Floor, Coral Gables, Florida 33146.

/s/ Kari Sheehan NOTARY PUBLIC My commission expires: 09/12/2018 16276: 8/2, 8/5, 8/9/2016 NOTICE (for publication) ARTICLES OF ORGANIZATION HAVE BEEN FILED IN THE OFFICE OF THE ARIZONA CORPORATION COMMISSION FOR I. Name: File No: ARIZONA

16280: 8/2, 8/5, 8/9/2016 SUPERIOR COURT OF ARIZONA, GILA COUNTY In the Matter of the Estate of WILMA I. WRIGHT, Deceased.

NO. PB 2016-00060 NOTICE TO CREDITORS Notice is given that DONNAALLI-

Dated: July 14, 2016 /s/ Jason P. Sherman Jason P. Sherman, Trustee Manner of Trustee Qualification: The Trustee qualifies pursuant to A.R.S. § 33-803(A)(2) as a member of the State Bar of Arizona. .

Name of Trustee s Regulator: The Trustee s Regulator is the State Bar of Arizona.

STATE OF ARIZONA}} ss.

COUNTY OF MARICOPA} The foregoing instrument was acknowledged before me on July 14, 2016, by Jason P. Sherman, a member of the State Bar of Arizona, as Trustee.

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2. August 5 & 6 (Fri-Sat) from 7am to 3pm; 2408 W. Palmer Dr, Airport Rd past the Airport.

Plenty of Parking. Jewelry, Household & Kitchen Items, Knick Knacks, Tools, Misc.

928-472-8433 3. 2600 W. Palmer Dr. Fri. & Sat. Aug. 5 & 6 starting at 7am:

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16277: 8/2, 8/5, 8/9/2016 ARTICLES OF AMENDMENT FOR-NONPROFIT CORPORATION 1.

ENTITY NAME: STAR VELLEY SOUTHERN BAPTIST CHURCH, has been Amended and Changed to RIM VIEW COMMUNITY CHURCH. 2.

A.C.C. FILE NUMBER: 01724436 3.

Date on which the attached amendment was adopted: 06/05/2016 4.

4.2 (X) The Amendment was duly adopted by act of the Members.

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Acopy of the corporation s amendment must be attached to these Articles.

By checking the box marked I accept below, I acknowledge under penalty of perjury that this document together with any attachments is submitted in compliance with Arizona law. (x) I ACCEPT, /s/ Howard C. Reynolds, Howard C. Reynolds, 07/15/2016; (x) I am a duly authorized Officer of the corporation filing this document.

16279: 8/5, 8/12, 8/19/2016 TONTO APACHE TRIBAL COURT PAYSON, ARIZONA In the Matter of the Estate of: VALENTINO WILLIAM CAMPBELL-DOKA DOD: April 26, 2016 Decedent.

Case No. EP-2016-0001 PROBATE NOTICE TO CREDITORS PLEASE TAKE NOTICE that the Administrator named below has been appointed as Administrator of this Estate. All persons having claims against the Decedent are required to present such claims in writing, with proper documentation, to the Administrator of the Estate at the address listed below within 60 days as specified in the Tonto Apache Law and Order Code.

Decedent: Valentino William Campbell-Doka Dat of Death: April 26, 2016 Date of Firsst Posting: June 28, 2016 Administrator: Sabrina Campbell-Cly Attorney for Administrator: N/A Address for mailing or service: 19 Tonto Apache, Payson, AZ 85541.

Signed this 22nd day of June, 2016. /s/ Sabrina Campbell-Cly, Administrator

Name and Address of Original Trustor: Robert A King, an unmarried man, 7311 E. Knighthawk Circle, Anaheim, CA 92808 Name, Address and Telephone Number of Trustee: Jason P. Sherman, 3636 N. Central Ave., Suite #400, Phoenix, AZ 85012, 602-222-5711

1. GARAGE SALE: 212 W. Ocotillo Lane (Tonto Basin) betwen Mile Post 260-259, Fri. Aug. 5 from 7am to 2pm and Sat. Aug. 6 from 7am to 12pm: Contractor Items, Honda Generator, Roofing Nailer, Nails, Screws, Various Hangers, Household Items, Queen Mattress Set.

Furniture, Nick Nacks, Houseware items, Jewelry, Antiques, Kitchenware and Much More!

RIM COUNTRY OUTDOORS LLC II. The address of the known place of business is: 3933 E. Hwy 260 #1, Star Valley, AZ 85541.

III. The name and street address of the Statutory Agent is: Elton Mellum, 3933 E. Hwy 260 #1, Star Valley, AZ 85541.

(A) Management of the limited liability company is reserved to the members. The names and addresses of each person who is a member are: Elton Mellum, (x) member, 3933 E. Hwy 260 #1, Star Valley, AZ 85541; Lillian Zade, (x) member, 3933 E. Hwy 260 #1, Star Valley, AZ 85541; Matthew Sime, (x) member, 3933 E. Hwy 260 #1, Star Valley, AZ 85541.

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LEGAL NOTICES SON was appointed personal representative of the estate. All persons having claims against the estate are required to present their claims within four (4) months after the date of the first publication of this notice or the claims will be forever barred. Claims must be presented by delivering or mailing a written statement of the claim to the personal \representative at: P.O. BOX 1510, PAYSON, AS 85547.

DATED: July 27, 2016 /s/ Donna Allison Donna Allison, A.S.C. #20316 16281: 8/5, 8/12/2016 ADVERTISEMENT FOR BIDS The Town of Payson will accept sealed Bids at the office of the Town Clerk, 303 North Beeline Highway, Payson, Arizona, 85541, until 10:00 AM, MST on Tuesday, August 23, 2016 to provide all labor, materials and appurtenant items for slurry sealing approximately up to 190,000 square yards of pavement on public streets and parking areas. At that time, bids will be publicly opened and read loud.

Bids must be clearly marked: Sealed Bid 2016 PAVEMENT MAINTENANCE SLURRY SEAL It is anticipated bids will be considered for award at the September 1, 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 slurry seal 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 August 16, 2016 at 11:00 AM in the Payson Town Council Chambers.

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.

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The Town of Payson Flag Football season for 5- to 12-year-olds kicked off at Rumsey Park on Monday with several games. However, thunderstorms interfered with the action.

Dirty work: Staff clears hurdles to keep Sun Devils clean ASU forced to use coin laundry while at Camp T by

Keith Morris

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Doing the laundry for a college football team is quite an undertaking under ordinary circumstances.

But doing it with no washing machines or dryers on site creates additional hurdles.

That’s the situation Arizona State University’s Equipment Operations Coordinator for Football Jerry Neilly faces each summer when the Sun Devils visit Camp Tontozona.

“It’s kind of a unique situation,” Neilly said. “We’re up in the middle of the mountains with 105 athletes and 50 or 60 staff members including coaches, so getting laundry done is a challenge.”

When he arrived at ASU in 2012 the year new Sun Devils head coach Todd Graham restarted the annual visits to Camp Tontozona and learned the site had no laundry facilities, he looked into the possibility of changing that.

“When I first got here I tried to get some washers and dryers installed, but it’s just too costly when we’re only here five days a year,” Neilly said.

So the only option was to find the nearest laundromat.

That would be Payson Laundry, which is owned by brothers Beau and Laron Porter.

Neilly leads a staff of 14 at Camp Tontozona. He and five others take over Payson Laundry after it closes and spend about four hours a night washing and drying uniforms and other clothing after the Wednesday, Thursday and Friday practices.

They also spend a lot of

quarters.

Payson Laundry manager Michele Van Meter said she makes sure to fill the change machines, as well as the detergent and fabric softener vending machines before Neilly and his staffers arrive.

But there’s really no need.

They come prepared.

“We take about $1,000 worth of quarters, about a 100-pound bucket of dry detergent and liquid fabric softener — I like Snuggle — with us every year,” Neilly said.

Turning $1,000 in cash into 4,000 quarters takes time.

“They give me the cash and I drive around to different banks and take as many quarters as they can give me,” Neilly said.

“I ask for $500, but they usually only give me $200 or so and I go onto the next one.”

The Payson Laundry features 40 standard washers and seven super loaders — five 35-pound load machines and a pair of 50-pounders, and 28 dryers. It takes $2.25 for a regular wash and another quarter for four additional minutes. Five minutes in the dryer costs a quarter, or an estimated $1.50 to $2 per load.

Putting that many quarters into machines requires a lot of work.

“The problem is we have to keep feeding those dryers with quarters and after 20 minutes if they’re not dry you have to add another quarter,” Neilly said.

And it’s not like they can load up the clothing in a couple of laundry bags in the back seat of the car to get them to the laundry.

“We load the laundry up in big containers in an 18-foot

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Budget truck and strap the containers down,” Neilly said. “We drive over to the laundry and back the truck up and unload it and use every washer and dryer in the facility and it takes us several hours.”

He said they usually don’t get back to Camp Tontozona until after midnight. They open up the “equipment room” at 6 a.m.

“We use a truck as a makeshift equipment room for the week,” Neilly said.

For the most part, the operation has gone pretty smoothly.

However, Neilly said they did have trouble with one washing machine.

“I’ve had one little incident,” he said. “One of the washers had something wrong with it; it was like it had a razor blade inside and our load was shredded. We ruined an entire load of laundry that night. Luckily I brought extra. We just avoided

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ASU opened fall practice this year at Camp Tontozona. The Sun Devils practice at 8:30 a.m. today and close the camp with a final practice at 9:30 a.m. Saturday. that machine after that.”

All those uniforms and clothing, along with helmets, pads and other equipment like generators to run the practice clocks and headsets, takes up a lot of space. So, in addition to the 18-foot Budget truck, Neilly and his staff also load up a 24-foot Budget truck and a 51-foot semi trailer and haul everything up from Tempe and then back down at the end of the camp.

“It’s a production on our end to make sure practices run

smoothly,” he said.

Just as it is for the players and coaches, Neilly said the time at Camp Tontozona is a team-building experience for him and his staff, as well.

“It’s just a unique experience,” he said. “I had the same position at the University of Tulsa under Graham before coming to Tempe.

“We never got to do anything like this there because we didn’t have an off-site program and I always hoped I’d get a chance to experience an off-site

(camp).

“There’s nothing like Camp Tontozona, the people are great and super helpful, super friendly and it’s awesome to get up to see the woods. I was a Boy Scout from the second grade through high school. I love camping, all that stuff. We jump off Tillman Rock and hike up Mt. Kush. I have 12 student equipment managers and one full-time assistant, so it takes 14 of us to make this all go around. It’s just a good chance for me to bond with them.”

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Danny Zertuche claims Presidents Cup with 120 Danny Zertuche shot 120.4 for 36 holes to win the Payson Men’s Golf Association Presidents Cup at Payson Golf Course on July 20 and 27.

He also won the C Flight in the low net portion of the scoring. Dennis Schwebs (137.8) finished second in that flight.

Zertuche left his shot within 5 feet, 9 inches to win closest to the pin on No. 8 on July 27.

Tim Ernst won the A Flight with a net 138.8 over runner-up Tim Hughes (140.2).

Don Shepard (135.8) won the B Flight and Chip Yeomans (140.8) placed second. Gary Campbell’s 133 won the D Flight and Dan Dorough (136) finished second.

Herb Sherman had the longest putt on July 27, sinking it from 7 feet, 10 1/2 inches on

No. 9.

David Spargo was closest to the pin on two holes on July 27.

He got within 14 feet, 2 inches on No. 2 and within 11 feet, 7 inches on No. 17. Other closest to the pin winners on July 27 included: Jerry McGuire (No. 5, 4-6 1/2) and Hughes (No. 14, 6-11 1/2).

McGuire sank the longest putt on July 20, finding the cup from 13 feet 7 1/2 inches on No. 18.

Closest-to-the-pin winners on July 20 included: Virgil Cly (No. 23-6), Alex Armenta (No. 5, 9-5 1/2), Larry Smith (No. 8, 8-9), Frank Szakal (No. 14, 16-6 1/4) and Terry Lindsey (No. 17, 9-7 1/2).

Cly defeated Lindsey in the finals to claim the 2016 PMGA Putting Championship.

Judy McFall’s 36-hole 137 wins Presidents Cup Judy McFall fired a 137 for 36 holes to win the Payson Women’s Golf Association Presidents Cup on July 19 and 26 at Payson Golf Course. She was closest to the pin on the 17th hole on July 19, leaving her shot 18 feet, 5 inches from the cup.

McFall edged runner-up Sharon Vaplon (139) by two strokes and Joyce Goff (140) by three. Mary Jones finished fourth at 145 and Jan Burns (149) placed fifth.

In addition to McFall on No. 17, the other closest-to-the-pin winner on July 19 was Claudia Bullard (No. 5, 12 feet, 6 inches). The July 26 winners included Earlene Brewer (No. 8, 10-0) and Claudia Thompson (No. 14, 19-1).

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Former PHS star named Camp Verde volleyball coach Former Payson High threesport star Britney (Owens) Armstrong is the new Camp Verde High varsity volleyball head coach.

The 2005 PHS graduate played middle hitter for the Longhorns. Also an outside hitter, Armstrong went on to help Chandler-Gilbert Community College advance to the National Junior College Athletic Association Championship Game in 2007, according to former PHS volleyball head coach Arnold Stonebrink, before closing her playing career at

the University of Bridgeport (Conn.).

“She was a fierce competitor and had a terrific work ethic,” Stonebrink said. “Camp Verde has languished in volleyball for many years, but I feel Britney will turn the program around.

She is very positive and very enthusiastic. She will use those qualities to complement her strong competitiveness.”

Payson supporters will get a chance to see Armstrong and her Cowboys in action when they play the Longhorns in Wilson Dome on Sept. 13.

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envelope. This could even be incorporated into a family hunt and campout, which may take a bit more planning, but it will be worth it with the number of birds in the unit.

Compared to previous years, there was an increase in applications for the existing big game hunts in Arizona with the influx of residents from other states. But, there are still two options for deer and turkey in Arizona provided that this process is done quickly.

A number of hunters are looking to travel to Utah and Colorado where there are some over the counter tags available.

If you secured a permit, the time is now to start scouting, and making your plans for the fall hunts. Preseason scouting can pay big dividends when that short weeklong hunt begins.

This weekend enjoy the Arizona outdoors, God’s creation.

Submitted photo

Successful youth hunter Zane Bartlett with his dad, Jeff Bartlett, and the unit 22 mule deer Zane harvested in 2015.