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FRIDAY | NOVEMBER 20, 2015 | PAYSON, ARIZONA

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Few at Common Core sessions by

School slated to open next August on university site by

Michele Nelson

• See Few at state, 2A

Alexis Bechman

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Only Gila County staff and Gail Gorry from the Gila County Superintendent’s Office showed up at Supervisor Tommie Martin’s office to make comments on the Arizona State Education Standards on Wednesday.

And only a handful of people showed up in Globe.

Gorry said the Globe organizers had a theory for the low turnout.

“They said most comments were made via email,” said Gorry.

The state of school standards has had voters in a tizzy since Common Core became a household name.

In fact, the current State Superintendent Diane Douglas campaigned on the one issue of repealing Common Core. She has since become embroiled in a nasty fight with both Gov. Doug Ducey, the state board of education and her own staff on the subject, resulting in a flurry of actual lawsuits — with one state official suing another.

She’s now seeking input from around the state to learn what the public would like to see as standards.

Early reports show that the new standards have many of the same requirements of Common Core. The national standards have served as a rallying cry for many conservative groups, who insist the state should set its own standards for what students should learn in public schools.

The Gila County standards meeting wrapped up at about

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Alfred Vail (below) drove his car off a bridge outside of Pine earlier this year. Police found the car rigged with explosives. Now, he has taken a plea deal that will result in probation for misconduct involving weapons and endangerment.

Probation in bomb case by

Alexis Bechman

kerosene can half full with an open pour spout. They also found a canister with prescription pain medicines and anti-seizure medicine.

When detectives questioned Vail’s wife, she said she suspected her husband was suicidal because he had texted her messages that he was getting his affairs in order and transferring ownership of his vehicles to family members.

She said Vail had been a successful businessperson, but he lost everything in 2008. He had been taking medication since 2008 after an accident left him disabled.

He developed a dependency on the medication and told probation he was weaning himself off the pills when the accident occurred.

“With changes to his medication, his mental health deteriorated to the point he rigged his vehicle seeking to end his life,” probation wrote. “With 18 explosives strategically wired into the vehicle, Mr. Vail, a self-destructive, walking time bomb traveled about the community having no regard or concern for other citizens while placing innocent people at risk of harm or even death.”

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A Phoenix man who strapped a homemade bomb to his vehicle and crashed into a Strawberry ditch was sentenced to probation late last month.

Alfred Lee Vail, 56, initially told officers he was unaware explosives were strapped to the bottom of his Hummer and that he crashed when he fell asleep at the wheel.

However, Vail later admitted to putting the homemade bombs on his vehicle.

“Following a modification of Mr. Vail’s prescribed medication, there was an apparent decline in his mental state to the point he rigged his car with explosives,” a probation officer wrote in a pre-sentence report.

On Oct. 28, Presiding Judge Gary Scales sentenced Vail to 36 months of probation for misconduct involving weapons and endangerment. This is Vail’s first felony.

On July 11, Vail’s black Hummer crashed into a ravine outside the Strawberry Market.

As Pine-Strawberry firefighters worked to get Vail out of the overturned vehicle, they spotted something suspicious: a fuse line running into the vehicle.

A Department of Public Safety Explosive Ordinance Disposal team found two packages next to the fuel tank containing homemade cylinder explosives, three-quarters of an inch in diameter and six inches long, according to a DPS report.

The explosives connected to a fuse line running up to the passenger compartment through a hole drilled in the floorboard.

Inside the Hummer, officers found a lighter and a five-gallon

Builders for the American Leadership Academy’s charter school presented their preliminary design plans to the town Wednesday, saying they hope to open by August of 2016.

Plans call for a 56,000-square-foot campus on the southeast corner of East Granite Dells Road and South Mud Springs Road on a 24-acre plot the Rim Country Educational Alliance recently acquired from the Forest Service as part of a $4.1 million deal for 253 acres of land for educational purposes, including plans to build a four-year university.

The American Leadership Academy campus will offer kindergarten through eighth-grade classes with 400 students initially. The campus

• See Charter school, 9A

Fire budget woes Districts seek more property taxes as financial crisis hits by

Pete Aleshire

fire districts across the state.

The drop in property values during the Great Recession turned a simmering problem into a boiling crisis.

The squeeze on property taxes has hit Rim Country fire districts hard.

The Hellsgate Fire District, which protects Star Valley and other communities, has suffered from chronic budget woes for the past four years. Only the repeated infusion of federal grants has prevented major layoffs in the volunteer-dependent fire department.

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A lobbying group for the state’s fire districts is pushing hard to lift the strict limits on the property taxes to provide money for most fire departments — especially in rural areas like Rim Country.

The Arizona Fire District Association testified before a legislative committee and is running commercials in the Valley saying that the cap on property taxes at $3.25 per $100 of assessed value and an 8 percent limit on growth in the tax levy has put a debilitating squeeze on

• See Fire districts, 2A

Volunteers clean up forest dump site in record time by

enthusiasm and determination.”

Spence said the Payson Ranger District and the Friends of the Forest nonprofit volunteer group plan on another community trash pickup day in January.

“We hope to soon be starting another volunteer participation gathering in January at our East Verde recreation site,” he said.

The Forest Service has a lot of work to do just to prepare for the clean up.

“There is a lot of pre-planning and site evaluation that needs to be done before we can start breaking ground on this area such as: archaeological clearance and other environmental clearances.”

Contact the Payson Ranger District if interested in upcoming volunteer events: These 26 volunteers helped the Forest Service clean up an illegal dump site in record time.

928-474-7900.

Michele Nelson

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Volunteers picked up 4,000 pounds of trash, including these mattresses and couches.

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An intrepid group of 26 volunteers and Forest Service staff met at 8 a.m. on Saturday, Nov. 14 to attack a major dump site off of Graff Road near the Country Club Estates, past the airport.

In record time, the volunteers picked up 4,000 pounds of trash, including sofas, mattresses and other large household items.

Finishing by 11 a.m., the group settled in for lunch and some photos. The group had originally planned to finish by 2 p.m.

“Thank you again everyone for coming out to the event on Saturday,” wrote Jason Spence, Payson Ranger District recreation officer. “The event couldn’t have been done without all of your participation,

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This article deserves a hilarious opening, but for me, humor only hurts when I laugh.

That’s why I balked when my editor insisted I attend Jodi Weisberg’s talk at The Rim District of Professional Writers’ program on “Comedy Tips and Techniques to Improve Your Writing.”

“I’m a reporter, not a humor writer,” I grumbled as I trudged out the door. As a silent protest, I got there late.

Wish I hadn’t.

Weisberg, a tiny slip of a woman with wavy silver hair, was in the middle of talking about how humor grabs people’s attention and helps them to remember your point just about better than any other technique.

“Humor is a wonderful way to get their attention,” she said. “No matter what you’re doing, your purpose is to connect and engage with our audience.”

Then she asked how you can tell someone’s listening.

Eye contact, nods, smiles, said her listeners.

Not bad. Good answers, said Weisberg. But you really know an audience is with you if you can get them to laugh, she added.

Weisberg said studies show it’s more difficult to get someone to laugh than to cry.

Made me wonder why the tear-jerkers get all the Oscars and the comedies go begging.

She said even corporations have climbed aboard the comedy bandwagon as a way to sell, convince, persuade or educate.

She used the example of how Obama helped the Blackberry company.

“When Obama was first elected, there were a lot of jokes about his Blackberry,” she said. “The company said those jokes were worth close to $50 million.”

Weisberg comes to comedy in a round about way.

She had a multifaceted career path that started as an attorney, which led into work as a legal reporter and bureau chief for the Arizona Journal. Next, she did community outreach and networking for the ASU Sandra Day O’Connor College of Law and the Phoenix School of Law. Along the way, Weisberg said she launched a stand-up comedy gig after her parents died and her brother decided to sue her — she wasn’t even sure why. She turned to humor

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to cope with her life.

“I would love for a psychiatrist to someday tell me why I would choose to take on something so difficult as stand-up comedy during the most stressful time in my life,” she said.

In any case, Weisberg went to a club in Scottsdale to try out. The proprietor liked her so much that he put her out on the floor immediately. Soon, he increased her stage time.

Few at state education standards session From page 1A 6:15 p.m., although it was slated to complete at 7 p.m.

The state’s 17-member Standards Development Committee charged by the governor with tweaking the standards to fit the needs of Arizona students has already predicted only minimal changes in the math and language standards adopted by the state in 2010. Dubbed the Arizona College and Career Readiness Standards, they dovetail with the Common Core standards developed by consultants and administrators and adopted by both the National Governor’s Association and the U.S. Department of Education.

Local districts have been

working to revise curriculums to incorporate the new standards for the past three years, at an estimated cost of $156 million. Discarding the standards and starting over would cost an estimated $100 million more.

The Payson Unified School District has started to administer the AZMerit Test, based on the new state and national standards. The district hasn’t yet released results, but says parents should brace themselves for a big drop in scores when compared to the AIMS test, now discarded by the state.

The state requires a much higher score to count as “comMichele Nelson/Roundup petent” on the AZMerit test, which is also more rigorous and Only a handful of people showed up this week at a workshop seekmore focused on critical think- ing input on the state’s College and Career Readiness Standards now undergoing overhaul by the state Department of Education. ing skills.

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Stand-up comic, lawyer and writer Jodi Weisberg said humor remains the best way to connect with an audience and make your point stick.

“I panicked, he doubled my act,” she said.

She overcame the challenges, but only knew she had achieved success when a workmate said, “Gosh Jodi, it was just you up there and you were great.”

That’s one thing Weisberg stressed — comedy takes work. She said the superstar comic Chris Rock “will spend one year honing his one-hour special,” said Weisberg.

Comedy takes practice and a willingness to re-work, re-evaluate, and then re-work again, she said.

Then Weisberg told the group what really makes comedy work: “Comedy is tragedy plus time.”

She said the more difficult the life, the more fodder it provides for the comedian.

However, often it takes time for the comedian to find the humor in the situation.

“I use my dysfunctional family often in my routines,” said Weisberg.

If there were a moral to Weisberg’s presentation, it would have to be that humor brings people together, relieves stress, fosters creativity and just makes people feel better.

“And who wouldn’t want to do that?” she asked.

Then Weisberg quoted one of her favorite comediennes, Erma Bombeck, about the importance of humor, “When humor goes, there goes civilization.”

To wrap up her talk, the former lawyer shared her favorite lawyer joke: “A man walking along a beach, overturns a genie lamp.

When he rubs the lamp, a genie pops out and says, ‘I’ll grant you three wishes, but whatever you wish for your lawyer gets double.’ “‘OK,’ says the man, ‘I wish for $100 million, with no strings attached, no taxes, no reporting, no effort just free and clear.’ “‘You get $100 million and your lawyer gets $200 million,’ said the genie, ‘What’s your second wish?’ “‘I want this totally tricked out mansion on the beach in Hawaii,’ said the man. “‘OK,’ said the genie, ‘And your lawyer will get the mansions on either side of you.’ “‘That’s fine,’ said the man. “‘What’s your third wish?’ asked the genie. “‘Now I’d like you to beat me half to death.’”

The whole room erupted in laughter.

And I decided to end the article with Weisberg’s joke, because, well I couldn’t think of anything funny to say.

The Pine-Strawberry Fire Department has also struggled, hit by a decline in property values. The department relies mostly on full-time, professional firefighters. But when the truck used to pick up brush clipped by homeowners broke down, the department had to depend on the all-volunteer PineStrawberry Fuel Reduction Committee to collect donations from the community to cover the $20,000 repair bill.

Houston Mesa, Whispering Pines and other small, rural, volunteer-dependent fire departments have faced similar shortfalls.

Payson relies mostly on sales tax money to pay the cost of its much more expensive, professional fire department — but it has also faced problems paying the bills due to the recession.

Fire districts throughout the state have lobbied the Arizona Legislature to remove the $3.25/$100 cap on property taxes, saying it would result in an average property tax increase of $20 to $32 annually per homeowner.

The Arizona Tax Research Association, funded mostly by utilities that pay a lot of property taxes, opposes the proposal, while acknowledging that the current system doesn’t work very well.

The Association has urged the state to consider creative solutions to the rising cost of providing fire protection services, including relying more on private ambulances to respond to medical calls. Medical emergencies constitute more than 70 percent of the Payson Fire Department calls, while fires account for just 2 percent. The fire truck

usually arrives first on the scene, with two or more paramedics to start handling the case. The private ambulance usually arrives a short while later, staffed by two more paramedics.

If the ambulance transports the patient to the hospital, it charges the health insurance plan. The public fire department usually gets nothing.

Payson Fire Department does have an ambulance for use if the private company can’t respond in a timely manner. Hellsgate is proposing to start its own competing ambulance service and the Pine-Strawberry Department already does.

The Association has suggested fire departments could cut their budgets if they didn’t have to respond to so many medical calls.

The plea by fire departments for more

property tax money comes in the midst of an ongoing debate about public employee pensions in the state.

The average firefighter and police officer earns a pension worth about $45,000 per year for life — and may become vested in the system in as little as 20 years. However, most do not qualify for Social Security and many do not qualify for Medicare, according to a study by economics at the Grand Canyon Institute.

By some estimates, the retirement system for public safety workers is $400 million short of what it needs to pay the promised benefits.

The state retirement system recently required towns like Payson to increase contributions to the retirement system for public safety workers to about 40 percent of their annual salaries.

Unique gifts at GCC art show by

Michele Nelson

roundup staff reporter

Not sure what sort of Christmas present to get your Aunt Bess who has everything?

How about a unique ceramic creation or a piece of jewelry from a Gila Community College art student?

Today, Friday, Nov. 20 from 4 p.m. to 7 p.m. the art students will have photography, ceramics, paintings, jewelry, crafts, quilted jackets and more for sale at various

price points on the GCC campus, 201 N. Mud Springs Road.

“It’s a great opportunity to pick up some Christmas gifts,” said Payson Campus Dean Pam Butterfield. “Most things will be for sale.”

She said students have spent the last year making these creations.

The public is invited and refreshments will be served.

For questions, please call 928-468-8039.

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Holiday Boutique and Bake Sale

The annual Holiday Boutique and Bake Sale of the Women’s Ministries of Payson First Assembly of God is from 8 a.m. to 3 p.m., Friday, Nov. 20 and from 8 a.m. to 1 p.m., Saturday, Nov. 21.

The sale will feature a variety of special holiday baked goods, crafts, decorations, gift items, and a mini rummage sale. All proceeds benefit local charities.

The church is at 1100 W. Lake Drive (the church at Green Valley Park). Entry is from the upper level parking area.

Community Thanksgiving dinner at Elks Lodge

The public is invited to the Payson Elks Lodge’s annual Thanksgiving Dinner Thursday, Nov. 26. Seating is available at 11:30 a.m., 12:30 p.m., or 1:30 p.m. No ticket is required.

For those who cannot make it to the Lodge for dinner, home deliveries are available by calling the Lodge at 928-474-2572. Please call

by Monday, Nov. 23 to assure your name gets on the delivery list.

GCC Student Art Show

Once again, students on the Payson campus of Gila Community College will present a show and sale of works they have created during the current semester. The show and sale is from 4 p.m. to 7 p.m., Friday, Nov. 20 at the college, 201 N. Mud Springs Road.

Works will include ceramics and pottery, oils, acrylics, watercolors, photography, quilting, paper crafts, jewelry and other design arts.

For more information, call 928-468-8039.

Payson library shows movie

The Payson Public Library, 328 N. McLane Road, will show the movie “Freebirds” at 4 p.m., Tuesday, Nov. 24.

The animated comedy is about two turkeys that travel back in time to prevent Thanksgiving.

TRSC hosts turkey shoot

The Tonto Rim Sports Club hosts a turkey shoot from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m., Saturday, Nov. 21 at the Jim Jones Shooting Range.

A $2 fee is charged for each shot in archery, handgun, rifle or shotgun.

Safeway has provided the turkeys for the event.

Look for directional signs including the range sign on Highway 87, 2.2 miles south of the casino. Turn left (east) onto gravel road and then drive 1.5 miles to the entrance.

For more information, call Ed at 928-4689075.

Seasonal bazaar

A holiday bazaar by The Mystical Rose Sodality of St. Philip’s Church is from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m., Saturday, Nov. 21 in the Parish Hall, 511 S. St. Phillips St. There will be handmade gifts, a raffle and bake sale.

Deadline for APS Electric Light Parade entries

Today, Friday, Nov. 20, is the deadline to enter your float, vehicle or walking entry into the annual Electric Light Parade.

The theme of this year’s parade is “A Christmas Story.”

You can obtain an application online at http://paysonrimcountry.com/Activities/ Special-Events/Electric-Light-Parade, and deliver to the Payson Parks, Recreation and Tourism office at 1000 W. Country Club.

The parade will begin at 6 p.m., Saturday, Dec. 5 on Payson’s Historic Main Street.

Gem & Mineral Show

The annual Payson Rimstones Rock Club Gem & Mineral Show is Saturday and Sunday, Nov. 21 and 22 at Payson High School.

Proceeds from the event go toward scholarships for Payson High graduates and other northern Gila County students.

Holiday raffle benefits local senior programs

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Tony Taylor is coming to Payson. Taylor is the winner of both the Arizona Book of the Year Grand Prize and First Prize for the Published Fiction category for 2015, awarded by the Arizona Authors Association in partnership with Green Pieces Press. The annual contest is open to authors worldwide and this year saw more than 1,500 entries. Taylor is to be the featured speaker at the Rim Country Chapter of the Arizona Archaeological Society’s November meeting. The meeting will be held at The Center, 514 W. Main St. at 10 a.m., Saturday, Nov. 21 (this is a change in venue for the meeting). Snacks and refreshments will be available. In addition to discussing his latest novel, “The Darkest Side of Saturn,” he will share insight on navigation techniques, from ancient Polynesian large Hokulea voyaging canoes to NASA deep space missions. This is an open meeting, hosted by the Rim Country Chapter of AAS, and all guests are welcome.

Payson is again working with Bashas’ and Channel 12 to collect turkeys for Thanksgiving food boxes.

Turkeys, non-perishable food items and cash for the program will be collected from 7 a.m. to 6 p.m., Tuesday, Nov. 24 at the Bashas’ in Payson. These donations may also be made at the Food Bank on or before Nov. 24. The food bank is at 511 S. St. Phillips St. and it is open from 12:30 p.m. to 2:30 p.m., Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday and Saturday. Call 928-474-9104 for more information.

All donations stay in the Rim Country and are distributed by the Society for St. Vincent de Paul.

Ballroom Dance Party

Tellabration! in Pine

Enjoy an evening with some of the world’s best storytellers Saturday, Nov. 21 at the Pine Community Center Cultural Hall. Join them for a meet-and-greet, have dinner with them and then settle in for some great storytelling.

A beef stroganoff dinner will be prepared

by Chef George Sanders and will be served at the Senior Dining Room starting at 5 p.m.

Dinner tickets are $20 and include a ticket to the storytelling. To make reservations for the dinner, visit the Pine/Strawberry Thrift Store or call 928-476-4633. Seating is limited.

Tickets to the storytelling only are $5 and will be sold at the door. Storytelling begins at 7 p.m. The P/S Community Center is located at 3866 North Highway 87. This event is sponsored by the Senior Citizens Affairs Foundation and proceeds benefit the Pine Strawberry Elementary School and the Pine and Strawberry communities.

P-S Food Bank desperately needs turkeys, donations

The Pine-Strawberry Food Bank desperately needs 150 turkeys as well as non-perishable food items to distribute to those in need.

Buy a turkey and some food items and leave them at the Ponderosa Market. Those who would like to make a tax deductible donation can mail checks to: Pine Strawberry Food Bank, P.O. Box 1534, Pine, AZ 85544.

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• Thanksgiving Buffet $16: Nov. 26 from 11 a.m. to 8 p.m. in the Cedar Ridge Restaurant.

• Earn & Win Black Weekend: Friday, Nov. 27 Earn logo car ice scraper for 200 points. Saturday, Nov. 28 Earn logo umbrella for 1,000 points.

• Red Sleigh Giveaway: Double Entry Mondays! See Player’s Club for details.

Another Hawkeye’s Ballroom Dance Party is planned from 6:30 p.m. to 8:30 p.m., Saturday, Nov. 21 at The Center, 514 W. Main St. The Mathews Swing Band will provide the music. A $5 donation is requested at the door.

Guests may bring snacks, but no alcohol.

Coffee is provided.

Win a Fender guitar signed by Alice Cooper

To raise funds to support its many programs, Time Out, Inc. is raffling a Fender guitar signed by rock legend Alice Cooper.

Only 200 tickets will be sold. The cost is $10 per ticket or six for $50. Purchase a chance at the Time Out Thrift Shop in the Bashas’ Shopping Center.

Holiday craft show

A holiday craft show at the Tonto Apache Gym is planned from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m., Saturday, Nov. 21 and from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m., Sunday, Nov. 22.

The show features art and crafts, including pottery, clocks, purses, totes, decorative boxes, baked goods, mini albums for journaling and photographs, jams and jellies, baby blankets, rock art, jewelry, knitted items, crocheted items, woodworking, walking sticks and more.

Santa will be there, so bring the kids down to get their photo taken with the jolly old elf for a small fee.

Two-piano & baritone concert

Rim Country residents and visitors are invited to a two-piano and baritone concert at 2:22 p.m., Sunday, Nov. 22 featuring bold and beautiful music from Bach to Broadway.

The musicians are Lisa Tan, Angeline Ng and Steve Stevens. Please RSVP Angeline for venue at 928-951-4853 or email justangeline@aol.com.

This time, any free-will offerings collected will go toward the scholarship fund for worthy students at Gila Community College set up by the Friends of Rim Country, GCC. This is also an invitation to all talented bakers and makers of sweet or savory finger foods: please consider bringing some and sharing with all. Punch will be served.

Commissioning service

Mount Cross Lutheran Church, 601 E. Highway 260, will host a commissioning service for Joan “Jodi” M. Lorenz at 3 p.m., Sunday, Nov. 22.

Baker Retrospective

The Buttermoon Windcup Gallery of Treasures, 802 N. Beeline Highway, presents a retrospective of the abstract/realism art of Brenda L. Baker. A longtime resident of Payson, Brenda Baker was a founding member of the Artists of the Rim Gallery and a member of the Payson Art League. She passed away in February of 2014. The Brenda Baker Retrospective will open with a reception from 4 p.m. to 6 p.m., Saturday, Nov. 21.

Her husband, Harvey Baker, will be present to discuss and answer questions about Brenda’s work. The Baker Retrospective will run through Dec. 27. The gallery and shop is open from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., Monday through Saturday. For more information, please contact Lynn Norton at 813-382-2299.

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).

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Holiday raffle tickets are on sale to benefit the Senior Center and its Meals on Wheels and Dial-a-Ride programs.

Winners will enjoy a holiday basket filled with generous gifts from many local merchants. Tickets are only $1 each or six for $5 and are on sale at The Center, 514 W. Main St., and from members of Unity Church.

Unity members are gathering the donations and creating the baskets as part of their quarterly program to give back to the community. Each quarter of the year a different local charitable organization receives support from the Unity of Payson, which gathers at 10 a.m. Sundays in the building on the north end of Tiny’s Restaurant parking lot.

The raffle drawing is Dec. 6 at the Unity of Payson church, but you need not be present to win. Winners will be called, so please write your name and telephone number on the raffle ticket. For more information, call Sarah Berry at 602-696-2231 or Ric Hinkie, after Nov. 22, at 928-848-4501.

Salute to ranching

The Gila County Cattle Growers will salute ranching with a Holiday Dinner-Dance and Auction Saturday, Dec. 5 at the Gila County Fairgrounds, 900 E. Fairgrounds Rd., Globe.

Enjoy a sumptuous ribeye steak dinner at 5:30 p.m., followed by the dance and auction at 7 p.m., with live music by Moonshine Mafia.

Auction items may be viewed at www.

GCCGA.com.

Admission to the dinner-dance is $30 per person; dance-only tickets are available at the door for $15 per person, $20 per couple.

Make your dinner reservations at the Globe-Miami Regional Chamber of Commerce, 1360 N, Broad St., Globe, or call 928-425-4495.

Amnesty Write-a-thon set

The members of Payson Amnesty International invite Rim Country residents and visitors to participate in the annual Global Write-a-thon, Saturday, Dec. 5, between 9 a.m. and 4 p.m. at the Payson Public Library, 328 N. McLane Road.

Join Payson Amnesty International and human rights activists around the world in writing letters to free prisoners of conscience and help others who are at risk.

Participants write letters, sign postcards and send faxes demanding the release of individuals who have been unjustly incarcerated, and send letters of support to individuals whose basic human rights have been grossly violated.

Join the group anytime between 9 a.m. and 4 p.m., Saturday, Dec. 5. Refreshments will be served. It only takes 10 minutes to write a letter and change a life.

For information about the Write-a-Thon or how you can join the Payson chapter of Amnesty, contact Penny at 928-978-1268.

November book sale at library

During November the Library Friends of Payson Bookstore will feature a collection of Christmas fiction, cookbooks, craft books, etc., at two for the price of one. As always, the second item must be of equal or lesser value than the first item.

Bookstore gift certificates are only $3 and make the perfect gifts for those hard to shop for people. They are great stocking stuffers, as well. Stop by and discover the bookstore’s holiday treasures.

The bookstore is also offering all standard size paperback books at the amazing value of

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10 for $1 throughout November.

The LFOP Bookstore is located to the right of the circulation desk just inside the Payson Public Library, 328 N. McLane Road.

For more information visit the Library Friends of Payson website at www.libraryfriendsofpayson.org.

Gift shop offers unique items

La Boutique Gift Shop located in the Banner Payson Medical Center lobby, invites Rim Country residents to come see its new items. There are many unique items for everyone’s shopping pleasure.

The shop is open from 8 a.m. to 4 p.m., Monday through Friday, and is operated by the hospital auxiliary.

The proceeds from sales go back into the community to be used for various health projects and programs.

Toy Drive

The Rim Country Fire Angels were unable to produce the tamales for this year’s toy drive due to scheduling conflicts and time constraints.

However the need is still here and the group is still asking the public to donate a new unwrapped toy for a boy or girl, for ages 1-15 or make a monetary donation. It is a 501(c)(3) organization.

Donations may be dropped off at Fire Station 11 on West Main Street; Payson Town Hall main lobby; the Payson Community Development office; or Kohl’s Ranch Lodge.

If you have any questions, please contact Monica Savage at 928-472-5120.

Holiday gift card raffle

The Gila County Republican Committee is raffling Visa gift cards just in time for holiday shopping.

Only 500 tickets at $10 each or three for $20 will be sold for the first prize of a $500 Visa card and a $250 Visa card.

The Visa gift cards are not limited to any one retailer.

Call 928-951-6774 to arrange for ticket purchases.

The drawing is at 11:30 a.m., Monday, Nov. 30 at the meeting of the Rim Country Republican Club.

Tax program needs volunteers

AARP Tax-Aide is dedicated to assisting senior citizens and low to middle income taxpayers file their personal tax returns free. The program is seeking individuals with basic computer skills, a general knowledge of tax requirements, and an interest in serving our local community.

In January 2016, AARP will provide training and equipment to obtain IRS certification to enable volunteers to confidently offer tax assistance.

For more information or to volunteer, call Lori at 928-478-6460 or Bob at 928-472-7588 or email:paysontaxaide@gmail.com.

Payson Christian School scholarship transfers

Payson Christian School has launched a scholarship transfer program. Parents and guardians who transfer their student to Payson Christian School today receive up to 50 percent off the remaining tuition for the 2015-2016 school year.

For admission and scholarship information, call or visit Payson Christian School, 110 E. Frontier St., Payson, 928-474-8050.

Free GED classes

Free GED classes with a Gila County adult education tutor are held from 5 p.m. to 8 p.m. every Monday and Thursday at Rim Country Literacy, 103 E. Aero Dr., behind Pinon Cafe.

Classes are ongoing and new students can join any time.

For details, call 520-236-2019, or email sfrank@gilacountyaz.gov.

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Friday • Entries for Holiday Electric Light Parade due to Parks & Rec • Holiday Boutique & Bake Sale: 8 a.m. to 3 p.m., Payson First Assembly of God • GCC Student Art Show: 4-7 p.m., Gila Community College Payson campus • American Legion Fish Fry: Noon-8 p.m., American Legion

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Saturday • Holiday Boutique & Bake Sale: 8 a.m. to 1 p.m., Payson First Assembly of God • Tonto Rim Sports Club annual turkey shoot: 9 a.m. to 2 p.m., Jim Jones Range • Seasonal Bazaar: 9 a.m. to 3 p.m., St. Philip’s Church • Archaeology group hosts author: 10 a.m., The Center, 514 W. Main St. • Holiday Craft Show: 9 a.m. to 5 p.m., Tonto Apache Gym • Gem & Mineral Show: Payson High School • Brenda Baker Retrospective: 4-6 p.m., Buttermoon Windup Gallery of Treasures • Ballroom Dance Party: 6:30-8:30 p.m., The Center • Tellabration: 7 p.m., Pine Community Center Cultural Hall

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Looking ahead

• Holiday Craft Show: 9 a.m. to 3 p.m., Tonto Apache Gym • Rim Country Museum: 1 p.m. to 4 p.m., 700 Green Valley Pkwy.

• Bingo: 1 p.m., Elks Lodge, open to the public • Piano & Baritone Concert: 2:22 p.m., 928-951-4853 • Commissioning Service: 3 p.m., Mount Cross Luthern Church

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

• Turkey Tuesday: 7 a.m. to 6 p.m., Bashas’ in Payson • Payson Public Library: 10 a.m. to 6 p.m.

• Pine Library: 10 a.m. to 5 p.m.

• “Freebirds” movie, 4 p.m., Payson Public Library

November 26 • Elks Community Thanksgiving Dinner at Elks Lodge • Pine Strawberry Community Thanksgiving Dinner December 5 • Payson Amnesty International Global Wirte-a-thon at Payson Public Library • Gila County Cattle Growers’ Holiday Dinner-Dance & Auction at Gila County Fairgrounds

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A political puppet show No one showed up. Very interesting.

The State Department of Education is staging a political dog and pony show to seek suggestions from the general public as to how to modify the Arizona College and Career Readiness standards.

So the state held a workshop on the standards in Globe, with a teleconference hookup in Payson. But hardly anyone came — mostly county and school employees.

Please note, during the last election the national Common Core standards drew repeated political lightning strikes. This helped elect Diane Douglas as state superintendent of education. She ran on a simple-minded platform calling for the repeal of the national standards adopted by Arizona in 2010. She insisted the rigorous standards intended to boost the teaching of critical thinking skills represented some sort of a dark federal plot. Heck, maybe it was the United Nations.

Mind you, the state has spent roughly $150 million adapting the standards and then helping school districts align their curriculums to the new standards. The state rolled out the AZMerit test, intended to provide early warning if kids weren’t meeting the new, higher standards.

Bemused voters sat through a months-long political puppet show, which ended up with Douglas in charge of state educational policy. She promptly started a bitter feud with Gov. Doug Ducey and the state board of education. She’s made a shambles of state education policy, filing lawsuits against other state officials, refusing to provide services to school districts, trying to fire state employees and throwing bizarre snit fits when she doesn’t get her way.

Of course, Gov. Ducey also criticized the Common Core standards and promised a thorough review to pick and choose which standards to adopt locally. The state in 2010 adopted math and language arts standards, but is still pondering the science standards.

The 17-member committee set up to review standards is reportedly nearly ready to make its recommendations.

Rumor has it, they’ll recommend few changes — after all that fuss and feathers.

Now, we’re quite certain we’ll hear a lot more about problems with the new standards. Reportedly, far fewer students will rank as “proficient” on the AZMerit test than did on the old Arizona-only AIMS test. That’s partly because they raised the standard for proficient from a 60 percent to a 70 percent. It’s also because the test is new, the teachers and students haven’t adjusted — and it’s more rigorous. So we suspect the issue will boil over again once parents get the test scores on the AZMerit test.

But we fervently hope the posturing, pontificating politicians will quit distorting and manipulating the test issue and let the educators get on with their business.

The voters, at least, seem to have figured it out. After all, they didn’t show up for the puppet show this week.

• Nov. 22, 1718: Edward Teach, also known as Blackbeard, is killed off North Carolina’s Outer Banks during a battle with a British navy force.

Believed to be a native of England, Teach likely began his pirating career in 1713 on the Queen Anne’s Revenge.

• Nov. 20, 1923: The U.S. Patent Office grants Patent No. 1,475,074 to inventor and newspaperman Garrett Morgan for his three-position traffic signal. By having a third position besides just “Stop” and “Go,” it better regulated crossing vehicles.

• Nov. 19, 1969: Brazilian soccer great Pele scores his 1,000th professional goal in a game in Rio de Janeiro.

It was a major milestone in a legendary career that included three World Cup championships.

• Nov. 21, 1980: 87 people died in a fire at the MGM Grand Hotel-Casino in Las Vegas, Nev.

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Pine Strawberry Fuel Reduction Committee will continue Pine Strawberry Fuel Reduction Board melvin palmer, mike brandt, jack malloy, janet brandt, katie calderon, ron calderon

We feel the need to clarify what’s going on with our brush removal program since we’ve all had people come to us worried that the organization itself, not the brush removal program, may not be able to continue. I know, I know ... read carefully, people! But many people don’t, so we wrote the following that we hoped you would print as a Guest Comment.

To misquote Mark Twain; the reports of our demise have been greatly exaggerated.

Pine Strawberry Fuel Reduction is alive and kicking, presently operating several active and ongoing projects. However, with one of those projects, the brush removal program, we are experiencing some pretty severe financial challenges. This program started in 2005 when, as an advisory committee for the Pine Strawberry Fire District, we first developed the idea of free roadside brush pickup in our community. We wrote grants for the district and with those funds the fire district bought equipment, hired personnel and began a year-round pickup program which removed an average of 1,000 tons of brush, needles, etc. each year. This has been

Lord knows, we love Saturdays.

Sleep in. Get the chores done. Sit around in sweats. Veg out on TV. Maybe take a hike.

Who in their right minds would squander a Saturday by putting on work clothes and picking up 4,000 pounds of someone else’s trash on someone else’s land?

Well, 26 great-hearted, civic-minded volunteers, for starters.

These Saturday Heroes responded to a Forest Service plea for help picking up a disgusting trash dump on public land left by idiots we’d like to see jailed, with the trucks they used to haul the junk out into the forest confiscated.

The volunteers spent about four hours working cheerfully away — finishing up two or three hours sooner than their Forest Service buddies expected.

We’re proud to live in a town where 26 people would act so selflessly — and so responsibly.

No doubt about it — we love our Saturdays.

But we love the people of this wonderful community even more.

uate whether there is any way we can continue the brush removal program in its present form.

We all knew and expected that without some degree of agency involvement, and the consistent funding that brings, there would be an eventual end to the free roadside pickup. The old saying, “Give a man a fish and you feed him for a day; teach him how to fish and you feed him for a lifetime,” comes to mind. The free brush pickup route is akin to giving a man a fish — and there’s nothing wrong with that as long as it’s financially sustainable. Our residents have done a truly awesome job in taking personal responsibility to do the work required to protect their properties themselves, then leaving the debris roadside for pickup. The next step in this process is to provide them with economic, convenient and workable solutions to help them take on the responsibility of removing it without our assistance. After 10 years of roadside pickup, it may be that circumstances will force us to take that next step sooner rather than later. But it doesn’t necessarily have to be a bad thing, and if done effectively it could result in providing a “lifetime” of sustainable wildfire protection for our community.

We’re not finished with this yet; this is exactly the type of challenge we were made for.

Read some of the usual pack of idiots’ proposals — more tax cuts for the rich! Does it ever end? Wake up out there.

Leon Chamberlain

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The project started April 2015 and completed Oct. 7, 2015 and finished $12,000 under budget.

To everyone involved, and you know who you are, you have something to be proud of, thank you.

Steven P. Prahin, Chairman of the Board Whispering Pines Fire District

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Thanks for helping veterans Editor: Thank you Payson Premier Dental and Payson Barber Shop for honoring and thanking the veterans with free services.

Thank you Payson for Veterans Day 2015 program (Our American Veterans) at Payson High School, the Veteran Bikers and Payson Car Club.

Steven Knighton, U.S. Army 1968-1971

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a very valuable wildfire protection tool for our community and we were all disappointed when Arizona State Forestry made the decision in 2012 to stop the annual funding for this program.

In 2014 the PSFR Committee reworked the program to allow for only a single pickup per resident per year and began raising funds from private sector donations and a fundraiser dinner. Our donors as well as our partners in this project, the Pine Strawberry Fire District and Gila County, contributed greatly to our being able to successfully complete this first pickup.

Then, in 2015, donations were down and we experienced serious equipment failures which resulted in our completing the single pickup with a severe hit to our reserve funds, even though the amount of brush removed was about half of the previous year so personnel and fuel costs were less.

In estimating costs for a possible 2016 brush pickup new circumstances force us to include additional new charges of even more than the unexpected costs from last year, without taking in to account the possibility of any 2016 unexpected costs, and all this with our reserves already low. So on Nov. 7 we held a public meeting to involve the community in helping us eval-

Editor: This is a slight rebuttal to those who claim that the left is made up of brutal morons. I wish you could have been riding with the wife and I in ’08 and ’12 when we had Obama bumper stickers on our car. I stopped counting how many times we were given the finger. Other gentle right wingers would come flying up behind us, blaring their horns, whip into the other lane, missing us by inches, flip us the bird, then pull in front of us, again missing us by inches.

The really polite ones would merely shake their heads or grimace at us. These were the mild ones. Others would tailgate us, often blaring their horns. Really made us want to vote for their rich heroes.

I guess why the left hold the right in great contempt is that they are ignorant — they support the rich who hold them and everyone else not wealthy in the utmost disdain. They take, take, take from the middle class, then give more to those already wallowing in luxury and then claim thus will stimulate the economy and create jobs.

Why shouldn’t we hold those who support such jackals in contempt? Do they deserve respect for betraying their class? How self-loathing can these voters be? The only problem is we are subjected to the same treatment that their heroes unleash on the poor and middle class.

Editor’s note: I’m torn. We’ve had a spate of name-calling in the letters column lately — on both sides of the political divide. I’m always tempted to edit out the name-calling or send the letters back with a gentle suggestion to take the high road. Seems like as soon as someone stoops to name-calling, the other side responds in kind. What do you think, dear readers? Try to maintain a constructive tone through censorship or let the fur fly? Let me know at editor@payson.com

Fire District’s milestone Editor: Whispering Pines Fire District recently reached another milestone with the completion of a new fire station in the communities of Rim Trail and Washington Park.

Fire Station 72 is a three-bay station that is housing a type 1 engine, a type 6 engine and a rescue.

I want to thank my colleagues on the Whispering Pines Fire District Board of Directors for being fiscally responsible and going off a needs list instead of a wish list. I also want to thank each and every member of the Whispering Pines Fire District from the chief to the auxiliary. This would not have been possible without the countless hours that they gave for the good of everyone.

Lastly I would like to thank: Hooter Haught, DD Haught Inc.; Joseph Brown, JB Construction LLC; Curtis Palace, Curtis Palace Electric; Howard Weber, Weber Construction Inc. These four companies donated over $30,000 of goods and services toward the completion of this proj-

Payson Helping Payson says thanks Editor: The Payson Helping Payson volunteers wish to thank the members of our community and the surrounding area that supported us on Nov. 7 for our Antique Appraisal. You kept us busy all day and the final results will go a long way in providing for the needy in the Payson area.

PHP is a 100 percent volunteer organization with no overhead. So, all of the funds raised in events like our bingo at the Senior Center every Friday afternoon, the five-church garage sale and the Antique Appraisal, go back into Payson.

We also want to thank our appraisers who donated their time to make the appraisal such a success.

Michael Manasseri, House of Color; Charles Anderson, Time for You, Cottonwood; Tammi and Jim McCloud, Big Bear Antiques; Larry Baker, Tymeless Antiques, Pine; Kathy Prentice, Once Upon a Time Antiques; Jim Strong, GCC; David Sanchez, GCC; and Sheldon White and Larry Spano.

And remember, during this holiday shopping season donate to PHP at no cost to you, by going to Amazon Smiles and designating PHP as your charity of choice. With each purchase Amazon makes a donation to PHP. And, check us out at Payson Helping Payson.org.

John Zilisch, president, Payson Helping Payson

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Answers: Yes – 44.58% No – 50.60% Unsure – 4.82% 83 total votes Results as of Tuesday morning – payson.com

Payson Roundup LOCAL Friday, November 20, 2015 by

Alexis Bechman

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Better Watch Out

You might have spotted Santa out working early this year.

On Wednesday and Thursday, drivers detoured around a jolly Santa hanging holiday lights from the street posts throughout town.

Bringing early holiday cheer was Thad Leiting with the Payson street department.

Angie Lucchesi, who works with Leiting, said they thought it would be fun to dress up this year as they hang more than 70 lights.

The lights, in the shape of stockings, snowflakes and other holiday motifs, stay up through January. It takes crews two days to get all the holiday lights up and they begin checking the lights for burnt bulbs in August.

Payson wants another $100,000 administrator Previous town administrator doubled as finance officer by

Alexis Bechman

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In the wake of Debra Galbraith’s departure, the Town of Payson is looking into hiring a new finance manager with a starting salary of $73,000 up to $109,000.

The town council recently named LaRon Garrett town manager after Galbraith left, but Garrett lacks the financial experience Galbraith held, so the town must find a finance manager replacement.

The town initially hired Galbraith in 2007 as its chief fiscal officer. She then became town manager. While the town hired a CFO to replace Galbraith when she became town manager, they later let that person go.

After that, Galbraith wore town manager and finance manager hats to save the town money.

Garrett said the town planned to hire a new CFO even before Galbraith left, and the council put money for the position in the

2015-2016 budget.

Garrett meanwhile received a hefty pay increase when he became town manager in October.

Mayor Kenny Evans and Vice Mayor Michael Hughes defended Garrett’s $144,000 salary, saying he is saving the town money by acting as town manager, community development director and public works director.

The town was paying Galbraith $128,752 and Garrett $127,300 annual salaries, not including benefits or things like vehicle allowances.

If the town hires a CFO with a minimum $73,000 salary, plus Garrett’s $144,000, that totals $217,000 in salaries alone.

Garrett said while there are no plans this year, he would like to also hire a replacement assistant town manager.

If the town hires that position, it is unclear how much that person would make.

The new CFO will oversee the finance department, including the budget and audit.

Garrett said he is enjoying his new position as town manager and working on several projects, including roadway improvements and several projects he cannot yet discuss.

One roadway improvement set to begin in the spring is the widening of Manzanita Road off State Route 260, next to Big Lots.

The roadway will be widened and curbs and gutters added.

Plans to improve East Bonita Street are still in the works, but the Arizona Department of Transportation is handling the design of that project.

The town is reviewing plans to extend Malibu Street (aka W. Rumsey Dr.) behind Walmart to the library. A private company hoping to build new homes in the area is funding that project.

And on the Beeline Highway, crews are making their way north to Tyler Parkway, installing piping for C.C. Cragin water.

That work should wrap up in December.

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Forest thinning progress – and criticism Debate rages on about largest forest restoration effort in U.S. history by

Peter Aleshire

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The largest forest restoration project in history continues to make progress — and spur criticism.

Good Earth Power says that

by January it will have enough trucks, mills and infrastructure to thin 20,000 acres a year, according to its November progress report.

Work on a new mill in Williams, purchase of more equipment and a new contract with a Mesa Trucking company will allow Good Earth to haul some 750 loads a week, accord-

ing to the report.

The report struck a defensive tone in the face of mounting political criticism because the company has managed to thin only about 5,000 acres in the past two years, although the original timetable envisions thinning 30,000 acres annually for each of the next 10 years.

The company must not only find a way to make money on millions of small trees and saplings, but must also haul away and burn, mulch, compost or make energy from millions of tons of brush and slash.

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‘zero to sixty’ instantly,” said the November report, in the wake of calls by Senators John McCain and Jeff Flake to accelerate thinning projects. “Our efforts to deal with the biomass issue should not be discounted. It is easy to stand on the sidelines and evaluate progress. It is far harder to build, implement and achieve progress in a manner that is economically viable.”

The company claims it has invested some $20 million in the past two years in an effort to ramp up to the pace of thinning envisioned in the original contract.

However, critics like Gila County Supervisor Tommie Martin remain skeptical, given the shortage of acres actually thinned and the company’s shifting business plan.

“I’m simply waiting for them to REALLY perform — not just listen to them say they are and listen to the FS pretend that all is well,” said Martin in an email in response to the Good Earth November report.

She noted that the Forest Service takes the position that Good Earth has implemented the contract when it signs for a “task order,” not when it actually cuts the approved project.

She said the company is supposed to complete task orders within three years, but hasn’t even started on most of the approved project. “They’re cutting at a rate of 2,400 acres per year on a contract that calls for 30,000 acres per year; the spin just goes on and on. So I try not to be distracted by some pretty outrageous claims of both Good Earth and the Forest Service about progress that simply don’t hold water. In general I am a ‘the proof’s in the pudding’ kinda person.”

The Good Earth report objected to criticism of the project from advocates for efforts like the White Mountain Stewardship program, which thinned about 50,000 acres in roughly 10 years — with an $800 per-acre subsidy from the Forest Service and the ability to burn off slash and brush rather than hauling it away.

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Surviving White Mountain Stewardship contractors have been clamoring for more contracts to keep their mills and

other facilities in business.

Those contractors have generally gained the support of the Eastern Arizona Counties Association, which Supervisor Martin leads.

The Good Earth report said that when it ramps up to 20,000 acres annually next year it will operate at a rate four

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The Four Forest Restoration Project is supposed to thin 300,000 acres in the next decade, removing trees up to about 16 inches in diameter — a little larger than the three trees pictured. But Good Earth must also remove all the brush and slash. Critics say the company has only thinned 5,000 acres in the past two years.

times greater than the White Mountain Stewardship Project ever achieved — and without the per-acre subsidy.

The company said its critics have unrealistic expectations if they expected Good Earth to immediate start thinning 30,000 acres annually, before it could build the mills and other infrastructure necessary to profitably process the millions of tons of biomass and trees from 300,000 acres spread across northern Arizona.

However, Martin responded, “For them to try to discount the White Mountain Stewardship Project is disingenuous since the WMSC cut an average of 7,000 acres per year — the most that GEP has been able to cut was 2,400 acres in fiscal year 2015.

They talk about their millions of dollars in investment, but to my knowledge, there is NO construction of any kind going on anywhere to process any part of their products. If they started construction today, it would be at least 2017 before a mill, etc., could be up and running so what can we REALLY expect for 2016?”

In the meantime, Good Earth also continues to provoke criticism from various contractors who claim the company hasn’t paid bills owed for months. The Flagstaff Daily Sun recently reported complaints from half a dozen trucking companies that Good Earth delayed paying them money owed for months.

Moreover, Campbell Global recently filed a lawsuit against Good Earth for some $3 million it says it’s owed for fees, costs and expenses. Good Earth more than a year ago announced its contract with Campbell Global to manage its thinning projects in Arizona, touting Campbell’s extensive experience in managing timber lands.

Good Earth filed a counterclaim, saying Campbell cost it $1 million as a result of Campbell’s breach of contract.

Meanwhile, Good Earth’s November report said it is actively working on four task orders, including 2,600 acres in the Kaibab National Forest, 1,482 in the Apache Sitgreaves National Forest, and 1,017 in the Coconino.

All of the task orders close to Rim Country remain inactive, including the 1,000-acre Mercer task order near Christopher Creek and the 4,295-acre East Clear Creek task order, which would protect the watershed draining into the C.C. Cragin Reservoir.

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Fathers and daughters delight

Photographer DJ Craig captured these wonderful images of the recent “Me and My Guy” father-daughter dance staged by the Girl Scouts at The Center on Main Street. We suspect the father’s were bursting with pride — and the girls were only mildly embarrassed.

Firefighters collecting toys for kids Due to scheduling conflicts and time constraints, there will be no Tamales for Toys drive this year, but organizers are still holding a toy drive.

With plenty of children in need of toys this holiday, the nonprofit Rim Country Fire Angels is asking the public to donate a new, unwrapped toy for a boy or girl, ages 1-15 or a monetary donation.

Toy donations can be dropped off at Fire Station 11 (West Main Street); the Town Hall

lobby, Community Development office or the Kohl’s Ranch Lodge. Drop monetary donations off at the Main Street Fire Station, attn.: Monica Savage or mail to Rim Country Fire Angels, 603 E. Hunter Drive, Payson, AZ 85541.

For more information, contact Monica Savage at the fire department at 928-472-5120.

A toy drive will be held from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m., Dec. 12 at the Payson Elks Lodge.

Fire department lands $25,000 grant Blue Ridge firefighters need gear for highway crashes The Blue Ridge Fire District will receive a $25,000 grant from the Arizona Governor’s Office of Highway Safety to buy needed equipment.

The grant will pay for air lifting bags, hydraulic spreading rams and chain kits to help firefighters and paramedics extricate trapped patients involved in vehicle accidents.

Fire Chief John Banning stated: “We are extremely grateful

to GOHS for funding our grant request. Due to the economic downturn and funding limitations placed on fire districts, we are unable to budget for this type of equipment. Once placed in service, it will greatly enhance our capabilities to care for the injured on rural Arizona highways.”

The Blue Ridge Fire District is located along State Highway 87 in the Happy Jack area on

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“Today I had the pleasure of finishing a lesson on Color Theory and Impressionism to Mrs. Ryden’s second-grade class,” he said.

During the lesson, he taught the second-graders some art history by introducing

Claude Monet and Pierre Auguste Renoir.

Then Conley dove into the rules of Impressionism by having the students paint with small dabs of color focusing on common outdoor subjects.

“The artists emphasized light on their subject matter,” said Conley.

Then Conley dove into art criticism discussing the topics of atmospheric perspec-

tive, value, texture, primary and secondary colors, warm and cool colors, as well as mixing colors.

Conley had a good day.

“I look forward to future art visits to Mrs. Ryden’s class,” he said.

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ADEQ and partners present recycling discussion Wednesday Opportunity to learn about ways to enhance local environment Rim Country residents will get a chance to talk about recycling efforts from 11:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m., Wednesday, Dec. 2 at Payson Town Hall, thanks to the Arizona Department of Environmental Quality (ADEQ), Arizona Department of Transportation (ADOT) Adopt a Highway Volunteer Programs and Keep Arizona Beautiful.

ADEQ encourages community members, business people, public officials, and school representatives in Payson and the surrounding area to attend one of the no-cost, two-hour events. Following brief presentations, attendees can engage in open dialogue and participate in a question and answer session.

Topics will include: electronic waste and food recovery recycling programs; volunteer opportunities to clean up litter on Arizona

highways; and statewide litter prevention, recycling and beautification programs.

ADEQ’s recycling program, which began 1991, has facilitated recycling initiatives in every county in Arizona. Currently, the program focuses on hosting environmental roadshows across the state, particularly in rural areas, to educate Arizonans about what they can do to establish or enhance recycling programs to protect and preserve their environment.

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Brownfields are properties with active redevelopment potential hindered by known or perceived environmental contamination.

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Christmas tree permits available for Tonto National Forest The Tonto National Forest began selling Christmas tree permits Monday, Nov. 2. Permits are available at the Mesa, Payson and Pleasant Valley ranger districts and at the supervisors office at the hours and locations listed below.

Permits are sold on a firstcome, first-served basis until they are gone.

In recent years, the forest has not run out of permits. Permits can be purchased in person with cash, check or credit card.

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Trees can stay fresh for quite some time if cared for correctly.

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The 700-student charter school would sit south of Granite Dells Road and east of Mud Springs Road near the proposed university site, surrounded by playing fields.

will eventually enroll 700 students, said Richard Moss, principal project manager for Schoolhouse Development, LLC, which has built other campuses for American Leadership Academy in the Valley.

Payson would be the ALA’s ninth campus. The charter school currently enrolls 5,600 students.

Moss said ALA has never been more excited about a campus than Payson. He said school officials love the wooded location and feel privileged to be included on the university campus site, which will sit east of the school, across Granite Dells Road.

Currently, parents would enter the school off Granite Dells Road to drop their child off for school and exit on Mud Springs Road.

The wood-frame, single-story school will have 32 classrooms, a track field, practice field, basketball court and gated outside play areas.

If everything goes as planned, ALA would open its doors for the start of the August school year.

On Monday, the school’s builder, architect and planners sat down with town officials from various departments during a weekly development meeting.

It was the first time many had a chance to speak with the planners and give their initial input.

Police Chief Don Engler asked how administrators will provide security and control access.

Moss said the school will have video surveillance; a lobby that guests would have to go through to enter the campus and gated outside play areas. The fields won’t have gates so community members could use them after hours.

The design and layout of the campus resembles several others Schoolhouse Development has built, including one in Castle Rock, Colo.

To match the Payson area, Schoolhouse Development plans to use more stone on the façade and wood details.

Also at Monday’s meeting, Payson Water Department staff said ALA would have to pay roughly $145,000 in water impact fees based on an estimate of how much water the campus will use based on other local schools.

ALA will also have to pay a fee to hook up to the Northern Gila County Sanitary District. That amount was not discussed at the meeting.

The town said ALA would have to look at improving Granite Dells Road to handle the increase in traffic. Town officials also asked if ALA would consider contributing to plans to build a roundabout at State Route 260 and Granite Dells Road. The town does not have the money for the $2 million project, but would like to see it added as well as extending Mud Springs through from the highway to Granite Dells.

Curtis Ward, town engineer, asked ALA to consider paying for the design of the roundabout.

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October 3, 1924 – November 2015 Edwin A. Welge, born in Decatur, Ill. has just passed away this November. Ed had just celebrated his 91st birthday. Ed was a WWII veteran. He married Vena “Patty” in 1948 and enjoyed 67 years of marriage before she passed earlier this year. Services are scheduled for 10 a.m. Saturday, Dec. 5 at St. Philip the Apostle Catholic Church. He is survived by his daughter, Kristine Keith; son, Peter Welge; son-in-law, Marshall Keith; granddaughter, Jennifer Welge; and great-grandson, Maddox Welge-Kett; and his loyal kitty, Belle.

After high school, Ed attended and graduated from Kings Point U.S. Merchant Marine academy as an engineer. For the next four years, Ed sailed supplies such as high octane airplane fuel, across the Atlantic through the Nazi U-Boat net to the U.S. allies in the UK. He went straight into the U.S. Navy as Lieutenant JG after the merchant marines. Ed served on the U.S.S. Houston and was honorably selected to sail the U.S. Goodwill Tour around the world at the conclusion of WWII.

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Ed was an excellent and daily gardener, an avid reader, and lover of animals; he fed many of the rascally little creatures that wandered into his yard. He was always known to have a story to tell to his many neighbors, both here and up in Pine.

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This week’s early dose of winter delighted Roundup readers, who rushed out into the weather with their cameras. Reader Chris Senko captured a red maple still in fall colors, dusted with snow. Rana Melton took the photo of the red rose braving the first snow. Hillaree Robinson grabbed a shot of daughter Vannessa’s snowball. Pete Aleshire captured an image of the white roofs of Payson at dawn as the storm cleared away. To see more reader photos, go to our Facebook page or payson.com.

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The trophy case is full of evidence of past greatness.

Hardware from 10 state championship seasons fills the trophy case in the entrance to Wilson Dome.

Yes, Payson High’s success on the wrestling mats is well known.

But it’s been 16 years since the Longhorns’ last team state championship.

And, after producing at least one individual state champion for eight consecutive seasons, a Payson wrestler hasn’t stood on top of the medal stand either of the past two seasons.

Only three Longhorns qualified for state last year as Payson finished 15th in the state tournament.

But a new coach with ties to the glorious teams of the 1990s is taking over hoping to help return the Longhorns to greatness.

Former PHS athletic director and assistant wrestling coach Don Heizer takes over to lead the program (see story on Page 8B). He served as an assistant coach under Dennis Pirch, who started the Payson wrestling program in 1974 and led the Longhorns to 10 team titles in his 28 years as coach before retiring following the 2001 season.

The Arizona Interscholastic Associa­ tion realignment shakes things up this year. Payson again finds itself in Division 3 with 59 other schools. But it’s changed.

Phoenix Thunderbird has moved up to Division 2 after winning four of the last five D3 crowns.

And the Longhorns remain in Section 1.

However, it’s not the same. Instead of five smaller sections like they’ve had the past two years, the AIA has switched to four 15-team sections for the next three years. There were just 12 teams in Section 1 a year ago.

The bigger sections means the section tournaments will expand from one to two days on Feb. 5-6. The Section 1 Tournament is set for Prescott

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Jan. 20 Jan. 22 Jan. 23 Feb. 5 Feb. 6 Feb. 12 Feb. 13

Chinle, Globe, River Valley, 3 p.m. at Page, Show Low, 3 p.m. at Camp Verde Duals at Camp Verde Duals Bradshaw Mtn., Mohave, 3 p.m. at Show Low Invitational at Show Low Invitational at Flagstaff, Mingus, Kingman, 4 p.m. at Lee Williams, Coconino, 3 p.m. at Chino Valley Invitational at Chino Valley Invitational at Chino Valley, Prescott, Cactus Shadows 3 p.m. at Show Low, BR, Hol., SF, 4:30 p.m.

Payson Invitational, 11 a.m.

Payson Invitational, 9 a.m.

Section Tourney at Bradshaw Mtn. Section Tourney at Bradshaw Mtn. State Tourney at Prescott Valley State Tourney at Prescott Valley

Bradshaw Mountain. The top four medalists at each sectional will advance to the state tournament on Feb. 12-13 at the Prescott Valley Event Center.

Among their section rivals is Holbrook, which won the Division 3 state title two years ago.

Cottonwood Mingus is another section rival. The Marauders have plenty of state glory of their own, winning five crowns and taking second twice in the last 10 years.

Chino Valley returns to defend the Section 1 title it won last season.

While Trevor Anderson has graduated after placing fifth at 132 pounds, junior Dylan Keeney (fifth at 120) and senior Tito Vega (27-16, third at 195) return.

Vega has his eyes on the ultimate prize after coming close a year ago.

“Tito’s back working hard,” Heizer said. “He’s shown a focus that he wants to stand on the top step. That takes a lot of courage to say, ‘That’s what I want to do.’”

And Keeney is working to win his first crown after finishing third at 113

Heizer back on mat, see story on Page 8B

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Tito Vega stretches as he watches Dylan Keeney and assistant coach Dave LaMotte during Tuesday’s practice. Vega and Keeney are the only two returning state medal winners for the Longhorns. as a freshman and fifth at 120 a year ago when he went 41-9.

“Wrestling is Dylan’s passion,” Heizer said. “He’s gone to some camps.

He’s going to pursue it and not leave any stone unturned to be the best he can be.”

Another varsity veteran with plenty of potential is junior Brendan Macnab, who figured to qualify for state as a sophomore but was sidelined by an injury. He’s dealing with a health issue now but Heizer hopes he’ll be on the mat before long.

The Longhorns open the season by hosting Section 1 rivals Chinle and Mohave Valley River Valley, as well as Globe at 3 p.m. Monday at Wilson Dome.

Numbers are very important in wrestling. Forfeiting at one of the 14 weights because you have nobody to send out onto the mat costs six points. The Longhorns started last season forfeit-

A duffer’s quest to shoot his age

Golfers play Payson Golf Course.

ing at five weights.

Heizer is hoping to minimize the forfeits this season.

But it’s a roster without a lot of experience. Only six return from last year.

Heizer said more students this week submitted the paperwork required to go out for the team and other potential Longhorns are focusing on academics to be eligible.

Heizer said he expects more to join.

“We’ve got increasing numbers,” he said on Tuesday. “Our numbers are probably close to 20 after today. Six picked up paperwork today.

“We’ve got some other young men that want to come out but have to improve their grades. Once they do their parents have agreed they can come participate.”

While the deadline for joining most

• See Grapplers, page 8B

D3 Section 1 Wrestling The 15 schools in the AIA’s new Division 3 Section 1 Bullhead City Mohave Chinle Chino Valley Cottonwood Mingus Flagstaff Flagstaff Coconino Holbrook Kingman Kingman Lee Williams Lakeside Blue Ridge Mohave Valley River Valley Page Payson Prescott Valley Bradshaw Mountain Show Low

Robert Hershberger

“If I shoot a 40 on the back nine anytime before I turn 80, I will have shot my age.”

After all, I started on my miraculous 39 late in the One day I amazed myself and shot a 39 on the par- afternoon — I didn’t have time for 18 holes. I couldn’t 36 front nine of the Payson Golf Course. I shot bogey possibly finish all 18 holes before dark. (one over par) on three holes and par on So I played with renewed passion and six holes. touching hope. In the weeks that followed, I I never do this! I typically miss-hit at played the back nine obsessively — deterleast one shot on every hole. I top the mined to shoot 40. I shot a 43, 45 (twice), ball and it rolls into the water. I lose two 49, 53 and even a 41 on the back nine, but strokes. I pull it to the right or left into the not a 40. trees and lose the ball — two more strokes.

Alas, I am what golfers refer to as a I hit the approach shot into the sand and duffer, rarely breaking 95 on an 18-hole can’t get the ball out — two or three more golf course. Why do duffers shoot such high strokes. What happened this day? I have no scores? We miss-hit the ball about half the idea. A scratch golfer must have occupied Robert Hershberger time. So, why do we do that? Because we my body and I shot the best golf of my life. aren’t very good! Our muscles don’t follow Suddenly hope surged: I could shoot my our mind’s commands. age!

So, why continue to play a game we play so poorly?

All I have to do is shoot 40 on the shorter, par-35 Exercise? Jokes and drinks afterwards with friends? back nine and I’ll grasp the Holy Grail of aging duf- Maybe we think we can defy time and actually get fers. Long after hopes of bogey-free golf glory have better as we grow older. In our 20s, we dreamed of faded, aging hopefuls have left one, irrational, con- beating par. Now at 79, my hopes have dwindled to suming hope. shooting my age — gaining a stroke with each passing But first, I had to confront a rationalization. year.

Strictly speaking, you’re supposed to shoot your Let’s face it. Only old people can even hope to shoot age on one, 18-hole round of golf — for me a 79. But our age. Al Geiberger shot his famed 59 at the tender you don’t turn 79 without mastering the art of ratioSee Man tries, page 8B nalization. So with only a twinge of guilt, I reasoned;

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Daypacks the answer for many one-day outdoor adventures Arizona is a state with abunare specific for big game huntdant sunshine and weather, outdoors ing, but there are many items, which allows for plenty of out- under the rim which are necessary and useful door activities. for everyone who spends a few Living in the Rim Country hours on a trail. I have learned and being surrounded by on my many adventures over national forest, there is plenthe years to be prepared for ty of territory to explore, fish the unexpected even though it and hunt providing the weather may not likely happen. cooperates. Well, today is a A daypack is less than half snowy wet day, which certainly the size of a full pack but has puts a damper on visiting my Dennis Pirch enough storage space and zippered pockets for necessary treestand during the archery items. elk season.

In Arizona, the top priority is water, As I get older, I find that my preparation is almost as valuable as actually and the time of year determines the being on the hunt. For me, archery is number of bottles in my pack. On a a solo event where I spend countless short half-day hike in the fall or winhours in very remote places hoping for ter I have a minimum of at least two the opportunity of that close encounter bottles of water and if there are some with a bull elk and flinging an arrow for strenuous climbs in the heat of the day another bottle or two would be reca well-placed shot.

This requires the obvious, practice ommended. Remember drinking water with my bow and a backpack that has keeps the muscles working well and everything I need for a before-dawn to as a bottle is consumed the pack is lightened. a well-after-dark day in the woods.

Being on the trail after dark is a Some of the utensils in my pack

reality. All of my packs have two working flashlights with one of them being an LED headlamp just for that occasion of hiking well after sundown, which sometimes does happen. I also have an extra set of batteries in a ziplock baggy, just in case.

A simple first aid kit is a necessity for everyone who hikes the local trails.

Most local sporting goods stores and other businesses have them prepacked for a very reasonable price. They are always a good safeguard.

In a separate pocket, I also have a watch, compass, whistle, and matches, as well as a cigarette lighter that are also stored in a ziplock baggy for wet conditions.

At this time of year I always carry an extra sweatshirt or jacket for changing temperatures during the shorter fall and winter days. Another wise precaution is an inexpensive poncho which can be used to keep you drier if rain or snow is a possibility. A $5 poncho has come in handy more than once when the weather changes unexpectedly and

adds very little weight on my back.

The last compartment has some kind of caloric nourishment which includes energy bars, dried fruit, crackers, candy, and a bottle of 5 Hour Energy.

Remember, this was a half-day outing on one of the local trails and could extend a bit longer with an unforeseen problem.

Finally, because I often go by myself, I always tell two people where I am hiking and my approximate return time.

Needless to say, I never go to the woods without my cellphone because most areas have service, although it may be necessary to climb to a high spot.

This is by no means a complete list, but it will make you more prepared for that short hike with your daypack in one of the local national forests. A full hunting backpack is much more elaborate and noticeably heavier, but that information is for another snowy wet day.

This fall make plans, be prepared, and take a hike in the Rim Country, God’s creation.

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Roundup editor Pete Aleshire wears a daypack as he fishes.

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aroundthe rim Pine and Strawberry get busy this weekend The Territorial Cup clash pitting the El Nino debuts?

Arizona State Sun Devils against the Was Monday afternoon’s snowstorm University of Arizona Wildcats is sure an indication of the blockbuster El Niño to ignite the fiery passions of all football winter that climate scientists are prefans when it kicks off at 1:30 p.m. tomordicting? row, Saturday, Nov. 21 in Sun Devil Only time will tell, but forecasts are Stadium in Tempe. there is a 90 percent chance El Niño will It will be nationally televised on Fox make a whopping splash this winter and Sports 1. into the early spring.

There is no bigger football game for That would be in sharp contrast to ASU and UA alumni and it’s often said last year when El Niño sputtered in the that for both teams a one-win season Rim Country failing to produce much would be a success if that one victory rain or snow. was over the in-state rival.

The last time Pine and Strawberry ASU receiver/running back residents witnessed an epic El D. J. Foster was raised in Niño was in the winter of 1997Scottsdale just miles from the rattlin’ 98. school campus and understands the rim National Weather Service’s the rivalry well.

Climate Prediction Center sci“Just seeing so many great entists say the 2015 event could players play in the game be stronger than that one 18 throughout the years and how years ago. intense and how much fun they El Niño refers to the warming are to watch. I just love being a of the central Pacific Ocean that part of history.” can impact weather throughout The first so-called “Big Game” the world. was played on Thanksgiving, Max Foster The weather phenomeNov. 30, 1899 in Tucson before non is welcomed in Arizona an enthusiastic crowd of 300 it brings rain and snow to the because fans. drought-stricken state.

It’s rumored that the UA players and So stay tuned, let’s see if this one can staff met the Tempe Normal (ASU) team at the train station and hosted them to a live up to all its hype.

Thanksgiving feast.

PSFR seeks donations Gee, I don’t think this year ASU coach Todd Graham and Arizona’s Rich Those who attended the Pine Rodriquez will be sitting down together Strawberry Fuel Reduction Committee’s for dinner. public meeting on Nov. 7, most likeI first enrolled as a freshman at ASU ly departed the cultural hall realizing in 1962 and over the years have both suf- it’s going to take a big-time community fered and cheered at scores of Territorial effort for our two towns to have a third Cup games. consecutive brush pickup program next But the one that remains most vivid summer. was, if memory serves me correctly, in Financial problems stemming from 1964 in Tucson. several unforeseen expenses last sumThe Wildcats upset the favored Devils mer have drained the PSFR budget and 30-6 and as the game clock clicked off there might not be enough money to host the final seconds, thousands of UA fans the 2016 pickup. stood and chanted “You choked, Tempe.

Donations are among the ways P/S You choked.” residents can help salvage the program Most galling was the fans didn’t have that is crucial to protecting of our two the sportsmanship to acknowledge ASU hamlets from a catastrophic wildfire. as a “university” which was especially To donate or learn more about PSFR, spiteful and classless since just eight log on to: http://psfuelreduction.org/ years earlier UA’s rich and powerful about/ politicians battled on all fronts to stop Arizona State College from becoming DPS seeks info Arizona State University.

Department of Public Safety officers Thankfully, Arizona voters in 1958 in Payson continue to search for inforpassed Prop. 200 approving the name mation regarding a hit and run injury change to Arizona State University. accident involving a cyclist that occurred The proposition passed overwhelmat 8:26 a.m. on Sunday, Aug. 16 at mile ingly around the state — except in marker 269 on southbound Highway 87, Tucson and Pima County where it was between Strawberry and Pine. defeated.

The incident is being described as a Legendary ASU coach Frank Kush, “deliberate impact with a cyclist.” The who toured the state with Grady vehicle involved is believed to be a fullGammage to support Prop. 200, rememsized pickup truck with a topper, possibers well some of the Wildcats’ backdoor bly maroon or red in color with scratches strategies to defeat the proposition.

Before a Territorial Cup game in the on the passenger side.

A $5,000 reward is being offered for mid-’50s, Kush remembers, “Some of information leading to the arrest and those rascals — I suspect they were conviction of the driver involved. from down south — burnt big block Those with information should call letters right in the center of the football 928-474-2606.

Report is #2015-037318. field. And I’d say they were at least five yards in depth and 10 yards in width, ‘No Calling all chocoholics 200,’ you know.

Those scrumptious See’s holiday can“And I’m thinking to myself, ‘We’re playing a football game on there, it’s dies the Isabelle Hunt Memorial Library being televised all over the place,’ and I sells each Thanksgiving and Christmas holiday season have arrived and include think that was their purpose.”

Fork ’em ... I’m already getting fired 4-ounce Santa gift boxes, 2-pound boxes up for tomorrow’s game. of chocolate, nuts and chews and more.

Go Devils!

Most importantly, the profits from the

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The Arizona State University Sun Devils, shown during training sessions at Camp Tontozona, play host tomorrow to the Arizona Wildcats. sales are used to purchase additional library materials.

While picking up a box of See’s, don’t forget to drop off a donation of non-perishable food in the box that is set up in the library. Manager Becky Waer reminds patrons that all donations remain in Pine and Strawberry.

The library will be closed for the Thanksgiving holiday on Thursday, Nov. 26 and Friday, Nov. 27, but will open 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. on Saturday, Nov. 28.

Friends’ potluck set

Pine Library Friends group will host its annual Christmas potluck luncheon at noon, Monday, Dec. 7 in the activity room (located behind the cultural hall at the Pine Strawberry Community Center).

Members are asked to bring their favorite dish and a friend. Dinnerware and utensils will be furnished.

Also bring along a cake and frosting mix as the group’s annual donation to the food bank.

The Friends’ next regularly scheduled meeting is at 1 p.m., Monday, Jan. 25 also in the activity room.

Special guests Don and Aileen Nilsen will speak on “Growing Old with Humor.”

Shoot (for) a turkey

The Tonto Rim Sports Club and Jim Jones Shooting Range will host a Turkey Shoot from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. tomorrow, Saturday, Nov. 21.

The shoot is a chance to win one of 40 turkeys, courtesy of Payson Safeway, and the opportunity to showcase marksman skills with a handgun, rifle, shotgun or bow and arrow.

For $2 a shot (at a target, not a turkey), participants can try all four options or just one of the four.

For the competitions, shooters are randomly grouped.

Archery is scored on best shot from 25 yards in each group, handgun is best shot at 15 yards and rifle is best at 100 yards. Shotgun with slugs is at 50 yards.

SCAF offers Turkey Day dinner

The Senior Citizens Affairs Founda­ tions (SCAF) is inviting all community

members to a free Thanksgiving dinner that will be served at 2 p.m., Thursday, Nov. 26 in the senior dining room behind the Pine Thrift Store.

Reservations may be made by calling the dining room answering machine at 928-476-2151 and leaving a message with name, phone number and number of guests in the party.

Reservations can also be made by visiting or calling the thrift store at 928-4764633, from 8 a.m. to 4 p.m., Wednesday through Saturday.

Reservations must be made by noon today, Nov. 20.

Tellabration!

Also on the SCAF calendar is its annual Tellabration that will be held tomorrow, Saturday, Nov. 21.

A meet-and-greet with the storytellers begins at 5 p.m., dinner is served at 5:30 p.m. and the show is at 7 p.m. Doors open at 6:30 p.m.

Storytellers will include Doug Bland, Dee Strickland-Johnson (Buckshot Dot) and Liz Warren.

The menu includes beef stroganoff prepared by Chef George.

Storytelling is suitable for ages 10 and older. Since there is limited seating, organizers’ best advice is to purchase dinner and show tickets ($20 each) or show-only tickets ($5) early at the Pine Strawberry Thrift Shop.

Boutique debuts tomorrow

The Pine-Strawberry Arts and Crafts Guild’s annual Christmas Boutique will be open from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. tomorrow, Saturday Nov. 21.

It will also be open from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., Friday, Nov. 27 ; from noon to 8 p.m., Saturday, Nov. 28; and from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., Saturday, Dec. 5.

The boutique can be found at the Community Center west of Beeline Highway in central Pine.

Items available for purchase include handwoven baskets, kitchen items, jewelry, handmade clothing, original art, pet attire, holiday decorations, hand-knitted and crocheted baby items, mittens and scarves, greeting cards and more.

More Madness

Movie Madness events continue at the Isabelle Hunt Memorial Library with the showing of the Disney Movie “Inside Out” at 1 p.m., Wednesday, Nov. 25.

The movie is rated PG and is 120 minutes in length.

Movie Madness day is part of Pine Strawberry School’s Thanksgiving recess so schoolchildren will be free to attend.

Snacks will be served and children should bring their own pillow so as to be comfortable on the floor.

Since fire codes limit the number of children that can be in the library at any given time, it’s best to arrive early.

Food Bank needs donations

The Pine Strawberry Food Bank is in need of 150 turkeys and non-perishable food to distribute to those in need.

Turkeys and food can be left at the Ponderosa Market.

Those who would like to make a tax-deductible donation can mail checks to: Pine Strawberry Food Bank, P.O. Box 1534, Pine, AZ 85544.

Senior tree

The Senior Angel Christmas tree has been up since Saturday, Nov. 14 in the gift shop at the Cultural Center.

The Senior Citizens Affairs Founda­ tion and Post Net sponsor it.

The tree is adorned with “gift guides” that include the names of local seniors.

Among these names, may also be seniors that reside in care facilities.

“Those who want to brighten a senior’s day, may choose a card, sign it out with the thrift shop cashier, then have fun shopping, said Thrift Shop Manager Rhonda Bossert.

Wrapped gifts for the seniors should be returned to the shop by Saturday, Dec. 5.

“Also, we need help finding seniors, in our community, that can use a gift that says, ‘We care for you,’” said Bossert.

Those wishing to submit a senior name may do so by, calling Bossert at 928-476-4633 or stopping by the Pine Strawberry Thrift Shop.

Private enterprise is the heartbeat of America - Part 3 Last week and the week it might be fun, I found a small, before we talked about freedom your turn low-rent house in a tiny town and private enterprise here in near the base and moved in.

America, but I’m happy to tell Both house and town were you that in most parts of the great except for one thing. At world I have been privileged to 5 a.m. each morning of the first visit, the concept of “a man and two days I sat straight up in an idea” is still alive and well. bed as I heard the unmistakable two-tone wailing horn of a Yes, if you give people anywhere a chance they’ll find Tom Garrett railroad engine going right by a way of earning a living. Of my house. course, some of those ways Each day I drifted back to seemed a bit odd to me while I was in sleep thinking that the reason my rent those foreign lands, but then some of was so low was because I hadn’t noticed the things we do probably seem just as a pair of railroad tracks. However, on odd to them. the third day I set my alarm clock for My first experience with the oddities 4:30, determined to eyeball this very of overseas private enterprise came in loud early-morning event.

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a V-shaped two-toned horn stuck in his mouth and 15 plates of hot noodles balanced on the carrier of his bike. Tooo-o-t! Then I found out that no matter where I rented, the traditional Japanese noodle-purveyor would come by at 5 a.m. I moved back on base.

Later, when I got to Karachi, my new boss told me something in the staff car on the way in from the airfield, “Tom, prepare yourself. Karachi is a city of 5 million people with about 2 million of them out of work and trying anything they can think of to make a buck.”

I found out very quickly what he meant. If you put down a package, a suitcase, or anything else for two-tenths of a second you would have six guys helping you carry it and saying, “Do not say thank you, Sahib; it is a privi-

lege.” Well, it was a privilege that cost an anna or two each time, but since an anna was one-sixteenth of a rupee, and a rupee was one-seventh of a dollar, and the poor guys really needed the money, it was MY privilege.

And how I loved all those food vendors! Oh, boy! Some of the best curry, or chicken tikas, or tandoori chicken I ever tasted in my life came off a very heavy tray hauled around by some poor man or woman. Um-um! That stuff was good! And the price? So low that I could easily have gained 10 pounds a month if I hadn’t watched myself.

On the other hand, I did not avail myself of the street dentist.

“What’s a street dentist?” you ask.

What else? A dentist who sits on a little stool on a sidewalk, foot-pedaling his

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very slow drill while his patient sits on another stool bearing the pain. I passed on that.

I also passed on driving to or from the military airfield at night. You see, when a Pakistani is driving a fully loaded eight-ton gravel truck along a narrow two-lane road at night at 50 or 60 miles an hour he does it with his lights off. Why? The only answer I ever got was, “To save electricity, Sahib.”

Man! You should see a great black hulk come sailing out of nowhere on a dark night. It’s an experience! When I had an aircraft coming in after dark I left during the day and stayed at the field until dawn.

That, Johnny, along with a few other wise moves I learned here and there, is why I’m still around to write this.

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aroundthe rim Thanks for all those mysterious gifts Christopher Creek strap. Banana bread, calms down to a crawl another week apple pie, homemade this time of the year. in the creek ice cream, potato soup, Folks have winterized a case of Bud Light or and gone back to the even a six-pack of different home-brewed beers Valley and the hearty from Montana show weekenders are tied up at times completely up with football games, unexpected. Lumber or NASCAR races or grandkids’ activities and other wood seems to find its obligations. The upshot Rod Britain way, piled up out front. is there’s not an abunCorbeled beam end dance of folks to tell stocuts from a shop in the ries on. It happens on an annual Valley or a stack of tongue and basis and one should be fore- groove siding show up out of the warned there are some (more) blue. Sometimes there are notes real snoozers in this space on accompanying the gift or else it’s the way! obvious or easily figured out who There is, indeed, a wealth of is the donor. talent here in the Creek and And while we’re at it, the perhaps it’s high time to petition folks down at the Landmark the likes of Marsha Ward, Dave have blessed me with groceries Elston, Jim Hagen, Don Farmer at season’s end when it comes or even Marshall Trimble to vol- time to clean out the freezer. All unteer to get their 2 cents worth this is a preface to the ongoing in this winter. Marshall has mystery. spelled me the last couple years A number of weeks ago anothas a Christmas present to the er item had shown up in my Creek. Might be time for another absence. It was well presented, whopper from Don or Jim Hagen. neatly draped over the back of Now, occasionally things just one of the chairs in the carshow up out on my carport or on port. There was no card and no the desk or sometimes directly indication from whence it came. in the refrigerator. There have This brand new, handsome, been carafes of coffee at 6 a.m. long, logo-festooned Arizona Cookies or cake show up from Cardinals winter scarf is a wontime to time. Last week there derful and timely addition to my was a new cap with lights in the winter wardrobe. It came, howbrim and a packaged elk back ever, with a price. To date no one

Photo by Keith Mead

Unfortunately, a black and white photo does not do justice to the stunning fall colors from just a week ago down at the Village — in color, you would see lots of brilliant reds and golds among the evergreens. has fessed up and it may be that this mystery could gnaw at me for years!

Speaking of those Birds, pot roast and pumpkin cake were on the dinner menu down at Karen’s Sunday. Fretting over the eventual Cardinals’ victory was the rest of the evening’s agenda.

The rogue javelina we talked about a couple weeks back has attacked a man and his dog

down on Ashby-Apple Lane near the LDS church. If you should encounter this animal, retreat and call Danny Rodrigues at 928525-4380 with information of the location. The wildlife manager indicated he felt that the animal is probably not rabid, but he is anxious to trap him.

Mimi Tidwell, our 95-year-old friend down on Columbine, suffered a fall early Monday morning resulting in a broken hip.

By late in the day on Monday, granddaughter Tami Milhon updated us with the report that Mimi was doing as well as can be expected after undergoing surgery. You gotta be a tough ol’ gal just to get to 95.

Another light went out down on Columbine Road as we learn of the passing of longtime Christopher Creek resident Sandy Kalmar. Sandy was married to Jack and they have

lived here 30 years or more. She was quite active with the fire department as an early EMT, dispatcher and board member.

Back some years the Firebelles sponsored bingo each Saturday evening and that’s where you would find her. Sandy was 78.

Chuck Schmitt got the crew together last Saturday to put out the Christmas figurines along the Loop for the holidays. Ron Louch, Nancy Olsen, Bud Light John Marksbury and Karen Thornton joined us to help out.

Bob and Penny Wells were at Creekside last Friday evening to enjoy their last trip to the Creek. They are moving back to South Carolina to be with their kids and for health-related reasons. Longtime Creek residents, Penny is the daughter to Doc Houck, one of the old-timers instrumental in the construction of the fire house. Penny also was a Domino Diva.

Trumpeting strains of the 1962 hit for Herb Alpert and the Tijuana Brass came flooding to mind. The song was entitled “El Solo Toro.” My morning greeting to him was not friendly and thus the lonely bull gave me but a quick glance as if to say, “What are you going to do about it?”

And on up the road he plodded ... and that’s another week in the Creek.

Village residents hunker down during Monday’s storm Statistics have shown that they Tonto Village was treated to reduce accidents. I know I do a wide array of weather events the not like them, but the instructor starting Sunday afternoon, village said that there will be more of which lasted until Monday evethem in the future. ning. Between the thunder snow, Our insurance company sugsleet, hail and rain the Village was hammered. The Village was gested that we take the class so quiet, you could almost hear and we will receive a reduced a pin drop. Everyone was hunpremium. The class was worth taking, but we don’t have to kered down and stayed at home take it again for another three not wanting to risk driving on Janet years to qualify for the reduced the slippery roads. I imagine Snyder premiums from the insurance that most of the residents were company. No class will be held thinking soup of some kind, or a hot toddy. The temperatures were in the in December, but I encourage senior cit20s for at least 24 hours — including all izens like myself to take the class. You through the day! can sign up for the class in January at On Saturday, Nov. 14, my husband the Banner High Country Seniors buildand I took the AARP Driver Safety Class ing (formerly the Senior Circle), 215 N. held at the Senior Circle building. The Beeline Highway, Payson. class lasted most of the day, but the My husband and I signed up at the time went fairly quickly and we both Elks for the Veterans Day celebration on learned a few tidbits about roundabouts. Nov. 11. The ceremony was very impres-

sive and included all the branches of the armed services. Since Bill is a Korean War veteran his meal was free. The meal was roast pork, mashed potatoes, mixed vegetables and rolls. The banquet hall was packed to the brim with veterans and their families. A big shout out to the Elks for putting on the event.

Tonto Village Chapel

Sunday, Nov. 15, the chapel hosted a community Thanksgiving dinner complete with smoked turkey and chicken. I didn’t get the last name of the gentleman who smoked the birds, but his first name is Brian. Thank you, Brian. I never had smoked turkey before and it was delicious. The chapel was full to the brim with people enjoying a variety of eats, mostly the traditional side dishes. Pastor Mark and his wife Marie did an outstanding job of making the afternoon a huge

success. There were many volunteers who helped set everything up and even helping hands to mash the huge amount of potatoes that were served.

Just a reminder, the Food Box Ministry is now distributing food boxes from 5 p.m. to 5:30 p.m. Wednesday, just before Bible study, which starts at 5:30 p.m.

Hellsgate Fire Department

Since Thanksgiving Day is on Thursday, Nov. 26, the Hellsgate administrative office in Star Valley will be closed on Wednesday, Nov. 25 and Thursday, Nov. 26.

Domino Divas

There will not be a meeting of the Domino Divas on Wednesday, Nov. 25.

Many of the ladies will have company and family for the holiday and many of

them will be up to their necks cooking and baking. Domino playing will resume at 1 p.m., Wednesday, Dec. 2.

Double D Doings

Ethel tells me there have not been enough pool players for Sunday afternoons, so the pool playing has been put on hold for the time being.

I am sorry to report that there will not be a community Thanksgiving celebration dinner this year at the D. Ethel will have the restaurant open for breakfast only and close around noon. The bar will still be operating as long as there are people who want to stay after breakfast.

One last thought: Thanksgiving Day is a special day and is a chance to renew our bonds with those we love and care about. I wish my readers a peaceful and fulfilling holiday.

Characters under the Rim – Henry Irving, Part 1 Henry Irving is a figurehead in the history of the Tonto Apache Tribe at Payson, and his fascinating story bridges the years from the tribe’s confinement at San Carlos in the 1870s to the time they received their own reservation in the 1970s.

The date and place of his birth are variously recorded because he gave different information during different interviews. The birthdate finally accepted by the Army’s pension board was June 20, 1858, although his death certificate asserts he was born in 1862. These discrepancies occur because Henry moved from camp to camp among his relatives and his memory was fading in later years. However he remained certain he was born “near Payson” and that his mother died when he was 2 days old.

His Tonto Apache name was also variously spelled, usually as “De-ay-li-a”.

He said that he did not know catch a thief,” was the uncomplithe meaning of the name, but back when mentary comment of one army a relative and fellow scout officer. said it meant “anything that From Oct. 27, 1877 until his does not grow very tall.” One discharge July 11, 1894 Henry of his enlistment papers as a Irving served a series of threescout put his height a 5 feet, to six-month enlistments as an 6 inches, an average for the Army scout. There were occasional breaks during those years, Tonto people who tended to including from June 1886 to be shorter than other Native Stan Brown September 1891 when Henry was Americans. discharged for a leg injury he If we are to accept the birthdate recorded in his pension record, incurred falling off a horse. However he 1858, he was 19 years old when he was back in the Army from September first enlisted as an Army scout in 1877. 1891 until July 1894 when he concluded About that same time he was married to his career in the Army.

Natahwah, later known as Lizzie Irving.

Since Apache names were all but [1] impossible for English speaking offiBy 1870 the army had discovered that cials to pronounce, those living at San the Apache style of guerrilla warfare Carlos were given numbers. However it was beyond the strategy of the Cavalry, was during his years as an Army scout so they employed Apaches to ferret out that Henry received the several English renegade bands. “It takes a thief to names by which he came to be known.

Elder Vince Randall, of the Tonto tribe in Camp Verde, told me that De-ay-li-a first served under a commander named Campbell and when Henry was asked his name he would say, “Me Campbell man.” For another hitch he signed up at Camp Apache and was in the detachment led by Colonel Evans at the Battle of Big Dry Wash. Thus when he completed his obligation he came home calling himself Henry Evans. On his last scout he served with General Pershing chasing Poncho Villa and he came home with the name Henry Irving. He was known by that name the rest of his days.

It was during the Army pursuit of renegade Apaches at the Battle of Big Dry Wash that Henry was wounded in the left knee. This author has seen Private Henry’s name on the bronze plaque at the site commemorating all those who fought on the side of the United States.

After he completed his days as a

scout he frequently moved his family among friends and relatives at various locations in Camp Verde, San Carlos and Payson. At one point they tried living at Young in Pleasant Valley, but the settlers were very unfriendly and they left to move to Payson where they found the people receptive and friendly.

In Payson it was suggested he claim and settle several lots on the hill overlooking Main Street. That location would come to be called Indian Hill.

Next week: Henry Irving’s life on Indian Hill [1] A testimony by attorney Jay Vann of Payson in 1919 lists two daughters and three sons, though Henry’s pension records list three sons and one daughter (born from 1898 to 1909), with names totally different than Vann’s list. Among those children was George Campbell, the father of the late Tribal Chief Melton Campbell.

Thanksgiving programs seek donations, offer free dinners and special services The Thanksgiving holiday is less than a week away and the Rim Country has a variety of programs just for this celebration of gratitude.

Turkey donations sought

The Society of St. Vincent de Paul in Payson is once again seeking help from residents to collect turkeys.

Last year, St. Vincent de Paul distributed more than 300 turkey dinner boxes. This year, the need is even greater.

On Tuesday, Nov. 24 St. Vincent de Paul volunteers will be at Bashas’ in Payson from 7 a.m. to 6 p.m. to accept turkeys, non-perishable food items and cash donations. Also, turkeys, food items and cash donations can be dropped off at the Food Bank, on or before Nov. 24. The Food Bank is located at 511 S. St. Phillip St., Payson, 928-474-9104.

It is open from 12:30 p.m. to 2:30 p.m., Tuesdays, Wednesdays, Thursdays and Saturdays. All donations will be kept in the Rim Country and distributed by St. Vincent de Paul.

Pine-Strawberry Food Bank project The Pine-Strawberry Food Bank desperately needs 150 turkeys as well as non-perishable food items to distribute to those in need. Buy a turkey and some food items and leave them at the Ponderosa Market.

Those who would like to make a tax-deductible donation can mail checks to: Pine Strawberry Food Bank, P.O. Box 1534, Pine, AZ 85544.

Community Thanksgiving dinners

Pine-Strawberry Pine-Strawberry residents are invited to the Senior Citizens Affairs Foundation free Thanksgiving dinner that will be served at 2 p.m., Thursday, Nov. 26 in the senior dining room behind the Pine Thrift Store.

Reservations may be made by calling the dining room answering machine at 928-476-2151 and leaving a message with name, phone number and number of guests in the party.

Reservations can also be made by visiting or calling the thrift store, 928-476-4633, 8 a.m. to 4 p.m., Wednesday through Saturday.

Reservations must be made by noon on Nov. 20.

Payson Elks Lodge The public is invited to the Payson Elks Lodge’s annual Thanksgiving Dinner Thursday, Nov. 26. Seating is available at 11:30 a.m., 12:30 p.m., or 1:30 p.m. No ticket is required.

For those who cannot make it to the Lodge for dinner, home deliveries are available by calling the Lodge at 928-474-2572. Please call by Monday, Nov. 23 to assure your name gets on the delivery list.

Thanksgiving services

Ecumenical service The Community Presbyterian Church of Payson; Mount Cross Lutheran Church; St. Paul’s Episcopal Church; and the United Methodist Church of Payson are once again joining efforts to present an ecumen-

ical Thanksgiving service.

The service is at 7 p.m., Tuesday, Nov. 24 at Mount Cross, 601 E. Highway 260, Payson.

The Rev. Linda Wescott, a retired minister with the Presbyterian Church will offer the sermon and the combined choirs of the four participating churches will present the musical portion of the service.

Guests attending the special service are asked to bring non-perishable foods for the Payson Area Food Drive.

Rock of Ages service The Rock of Ages Evangelical Lutheran Church will have Thanksgiving services at 9 a.m., Thursday, Nov. 26.

The church is at 204 W. Airport Road, on the southeast side of the Airport and McLane intersection.

Everyone is welcome. For more information contact Pastor David Sweet at 928-970-7606.

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Thanksgiving safety tips for your four-legged family members Annie Bamber

fatal. Pancreatitis can occur when your pet eats too much “human food.” Fatty or rich foods, like turkey, beef fat, poulIt’s almost Thanksgiving again, a won- try skin and gravy can cause your pet derful holiday filled with family, foot- to get pancreatitis which would require ball and giving thanks (and don’t forget treatment from a veterinarian and can the food of course). All of us at the even be fatal. shelter are looking forward to spending If you want to spoil your pet Thanksgiving with our famaround the holidays, maybe ily, which of course includes consider a new toy, a longer all of our four-legged friends. walk or a trip to the dog park.

Humane With all of the delicious food, Society Thanksgiving also brings of Central friends and family around, it is an increased number of visArizona important to follow some basic itors to your home. Make safety tips this Thanksgiving. sure your guests, especially One of the greatest dangers ADOPTION children, understand the danon Thanksgiving to our pets OPTIONS gers of feeding your pet table is all the delicious food that scraps. Be sure all visitors will likely be the center of the are aware when entering and day. Lots of food we eat is toxic to dogs exiting your home to make sure your or cats. Common ingredients found in pet does not escape unnoticed. In some most Thanksgiving dinners that are toxic cases it may be in your best interest to pets are: garlic, onions, chocolate, to keep your pets in a separate room. alcohol, raisins, raw bread dough, cer- Additional visitors can sometimes cause tain nuts, anything containing xylitol (a your pet stress which could lead to your common sweetener) and grapes. Turkey pet acting out, possibly even biting or should also be avoided because it could scratching. Children who are unaccusbe under-cooked, contain salmonella or tomed to handling your pets can cause have bone fragments that can cause them harm, or even cause your pet to bite internal damage. Turkey bones should or scratch out of fear. definitely be avoided because they can We hope these safety suggestions will become lodged in your pet’s throat, stom- help you better prepare yourself and ach or intestines which could be fatal. your pets for the upcoming holiday. Have Just because a certain food isn’t con- a safe and happy Thanksgiving, from all sidered to be toxic to pets, it can still be by

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Featured pets

Pictured are just two of the many wonderful animals available for adoption at the HSCAZ shelter, 605 W. Wilson Ct. (just south of Main Street and west of McLane Road). Hours are Monday through Saturday 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. All pets are already spayed or neutered and current on vaccinations. To learn more, call (928) 474-5590 or visit www.humanesocietycentralaz.org.

PRINCE

Don’t let my serious face fool you.

I have the heart of a clown! Take me outside and I’ll slowly make the rounds, sniffing and exploring. This is a ruse. I am storing energy for playtime! Chase me and you’ll see. I love to play chase games!

I’ll jump and run and clown around all you like. I am strong but compact, with the exception of my large, regal head! My play style would be better suited to older kids. I’m still young, so when playtime is over, it might take me a few minutes to settle down. I’d do best with an active family that has the time and energy to give me plenty of exercise! Once I settle, I am calm and well-mannered. I love to lean on legs for attention. Pet that spot on my neck and we’ll be best friends. And

Prince

Trusty

toys are fun, too, though I prefer to chase than retrieve! I am playful and rambunctious with other dogs. Some like me, and some don’t. I tend to come on strong, so my dog friends should be tolerant. Once the preliminaries are out of the way, I’ll be happy to chase and wrestle!

snout. True to my breed, I lead with my nose. I love to get out on walks to sniff and explore. Not that I am particularly energetic! While I am OK with an occasional spurt of activity, a leisurely pace normally suits me just fine. I have lived with cats, kids and other dogs. I am house trained and can use a doggie door.

I might even play fetch if my nose doesn’t distract me! Other dogs I can take or leave. Call me indifferent. I may come over to say hi, but then would prefer to do my own thing. I don’t mind sharing space, so I would be fine going home with an easygoing dog.

TRUSTY

Yep, I’m a hound dog! Can you hear me yet? I am a mature, easygoing boy with a powerful bay. My name sure fits — I’m a loyal, trusty companion. Give me a scratch between the ears and I’ll follow you happily with a smile on my

CLUBS AND ORGANIZATIONS Sons of the American Revolution to meet

The Rim Country Chapter of the Sons of the American Revolution has its monthly breakfast meeting at Tiny’s Restaurant, 600 E. Highway 260, Payson at 8 a.m., Saturday, Nov. 21. The speaker is Ernie Meeske, a retired Arizona DPS officer, who will speak about his experiences during his years serving the state.

For additional information about SAR, please call Bill Herzig at (928) 951-2662.

Payson Lioness Club

The Payson Lioness Club meets at 9 a.m. the third Saturday of the month at Tiny’s Restaurant, 600 E. Highway 260.

Sponsored by the Payson Lions Club, the Payson Lioness Club is part of the world’s largest service organization. Members enjoy activities, service projects and events that benefit local charities. All interested persons are welcome to attend. You are never too young or young at heart to be a Lioness. For more information, call Carol at (928) 978-4132.

Tai Chi and Qigong

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

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

9 a.m.; Pinochle, starts at 1 p.m.; Polish Poker, starts at 1 p.m.

Thursday: Stitch ‘n Time, 9 a.m. to 11 a.m.; Bingo, starts at 1 p.m. the third Thursday of month.

Friday: Poker, 12:30 p.m. to 5 p.m.; Bridge, starts at 1 p.m.

For more information, call the P/S Thrift Store at (928) 476-4633.

Archaeology group meets

Tony Taylor is coming to Payson.

Taylor is the winner of both the Arizona Book of the Year Grand Prize and First Prize for the Published Fiction category for 2015, awarded by the Arizona Authors Association in partnership with Green Pieces Press. The annual contest is open to authors worldwide and this year saw more than 1,500 entries.

Taylor is to be the featured speaker at the Rim Country Chapter of the Arizona Archeological Society’s November meeting. The meeting will be held at The Center (formerly the Payson Senior Center), 514 W. Main, Payson at 10 a.m., Saturday, Nov. 21 (this is a change in venue for the meeting). Snacks and refreshments will be available.

In addition to discussing his latest novel, “The Darkest Side of Saturn,” he will share insight on navigation techniques, from ancient Polynesian large Hokulea voyaging canoes to NASA deep space missions.

This is an open meeting, hosted by the Rim Country Chapter of AAS, and all guests are welcome.

Payson Elks Lodge

Activities at the Pine Senior Dining Room

The following activities are now available at the Senior Dining Room in Pine. The Senior Dining Room is located at the Pine Strawberry Community Center, 3866 N. Highway 87.

Saturday: Walkers Club, meets at 9 a.m. on the P/S Elementary School Track Monday: Poker, 12:30 p.m. to 5 p.m.

Tuesday: Canasta, 9 a.m. to 1:30 p.m.; Arts Party, held once a month, 1 p.m. to 3 p.m.

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free community dinner

Here’s what’s happening at the Payson Lodge, 1206 N. Beeline Highway, in the next few days: Saturday, Nov. 21 - Tamales for Toys has been canceled, but you can still donate toys. The fire department will have a truck on the Lodge lot from about 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. to accept your donations.

Sunday, Nov. 22 – Bingo at 1 p.m., open to public Wednesday, Nov. 25 - Lodge will be closed in preparation of the annual Community Thanksgiving Dinner Thursday, Nov. 26 - Annual Community Thanksgiving Dinner,

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The public is invited to The Payson Elks Lodge’s Annual Community Thanksgiving Dinner Thursday, Nov. 26.

Seating is available at 11:30 a.m., 12:30 p.m., or 1:30 p.m. No ticket is required. For those who cannot make it to the Lodge for dinner, home deliveries are available by calling the Lodge at (928) 474-2572. Please call by Monday, Nov. 23 to ensure your name gets on the delivery list. served 11:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m., open to the public Members of the Elks are still taking donations of sweat pants, sweat shirts, t-shirts, socks, slippers and 2016 calendars for our hospitalized veterans for Christmas. Drop these items in the box in the inner lobby of the Lodge.

Tickets for the New Year’s Eve SUPERSTARS! Duets are now on sale at the bar. They are $25 each or two for $45. The dinner features your choice of prime rib or baked chicken. Included are party favors and champagne toast.

The kitchen will be open for lunch only on Monday and Tuesday

Matilda Garcia, MD, MPH is a board certified pediatrician.

She earned her MD at St. Louis University in Baguio City, Philippines and completed her residency at St. Joseph’s Hospital and Medical Center in Phoenix. Dr. Garcia’s focus is school health and children with special needs.

Tara Gann, AGNP-BC is a board certified adult gerontology nurse practitioner. She attended Arizona State University and completed her Doctor of Nursing Practice. Her focus is on preventive healthcare and managing chronic disease.

call today to schedule your appointment with Dr. Garcia or Tara!

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next week and here are the offered specials, served from 11:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m.: Monday, Nov. 23 - Beef stew with cornbread; Tuesday, Nov. 24 - Steak sandwich with your choice of fries or side salad $7.50 (lunch specials are only $6.50 unless noted; regular menu items are also available.

Unity celebrates 4th anniversary The Unity Church of Payson is four years old this month. The Unity congregation will celebrate its fouryear anniversary at its November 22 Sunday service. The talk, titled

3706; Mary Jo, (928) 978-4663; Ted, (928-) 951-3362; Alice at (602) 8280917 or (928) 478-4361.

TOPS in Pine

The TOPS 412 (Take off Pounds Sensibly) Pine group meets Tuesdays at the LDS chapel in Pine.

Weigh-in is at 7:50 a.m., the meeting is from 8:10 a.m. to 9 a.m.

All ages welcome. The group is for men and women looking for a support group and accountability in losing weight.

For more information, call Barbara at (928) 476-5955 or Charlotte at (928) 978-3640.

Senior Singles with Spirit

If you are a r/c (radio control) car or truck enthusiast then you are invited to a get-together at 3 p.m. this and every Sunday at the Payson Multi Event Center, north side of the warm-up arena.

Meet fellow enthusiasts and try your skills and your rig’s ability on one of several courses that will be set.

Being there will answer most questions, but if you have them, call (928) 978-2365.

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.

Come check us out.

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.

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Unity: A Positive Path for Spiritual Living, asks, “How is spiritual living different from just living?” If you’ve been curious about what Unity is, this would be a great time to meet Unity of Payson folks and get a solid idea of the foundations and beliefs of Unity.

To contact the church, e-mail unityofpayson@gmail.com or call (928) 478-8515.

Unity of Payson’s Sunday service is held at 10 a.m. in the Central Arizona Board of Realtors Conference Room, 600 E. Highway 260, Suite 14, in the same complex as Tiny’s Restaurant. For more on Unity of Payson, visit www. unityofpayson.org.

For more on unity, www.unity. org or www.unityphx.org.

This is a group of people who want to get their life story written for their family. The group meets from 1 p.m. to 2:30 p.m. Mondays at 215 N. Beeline Highway, the home of Banner High Country Seniors.

Members share a little of what they have written as an incentive to keep writing.

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-

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.

Bridge results

Winners at Ladies Tuesday Bridge for Nov. 17 were: Hilda Jungbunt, first; Betty Mashl, second; Mary Spencer, third.

Play is at 12:30 p.m. every Tuesday at The Center (formerly the Payson Senior Center), 514 W. Main St., Payson.

Area residents and guests are invited to participate.

Call Carol Blann at (928) 9783881 for reservations and information.

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The Verizon store at 401 N. Beeline Highway and Malibu Drive is now owned by TCC. Previously owned and operated by Digitell, the store’s five employees will continue to serve customers. A sixth employee is being sought for the team, said Shelby Stern, local sales district manager for Payson.

The Payson store, located just north of Town Hall and across Beeline from Walmart, opened in 2012. It was bought under TCC ownership when the corporation, largest Verizon Premium Wireless retailer in the U.S. bought 39 Digitell stores in Arizona, New Mexico and Texas, along with 12 KC Wireless stores in Pennsylvania.

The additions of the Digitell and KC Wireless stores are the latest in a string

of five acquisitions for TCC in the past 12 months that have added nearly 200 locations to its overall store count.

All Digitell stores will rebrand as TCC, and each of the Verizon Wireless retailer’s employees will continue working at TCC stores.

“Joining the TCC team presents excellent opportunities for Digitell employees and ensures that our customers will continue to receive exceptional service and high-quality products,” said Jan Neuman, general manager of Digitell.

“It’s an exciting time for TCC as we have added an unprecedented number of locations to our store count this year,” said Jay Sichting, chief administration officer of TCC. “As we introduce KC Wireless and Digitell employees to the TCC culture, a major area of focus will be our Virtuous Circle of Success, a belief that customers, employees and communities matter equally.”

In addition to offering guests interactivity while shopping for wireless devices, accessories and home solutions, TCC sponsors the Culture of Good program, which holds four annual donation and volunteer campaigns “TCC is really involved in the community (where it has stores) with its Culture of Good program,” Stern said.

With the change in ownership, customers can expect to see a larger selection of products; interest-free financing for accessories through TCC’s “play-away” program; and an expanded ordering program.

Stern said the company will offer holiday specials, including a free tablet program and a buy-one-get-one campaign on phones and accessories.

The Payson store at the corner of Beeline and Malibu is open from 9 a.m. to 8 p.m., Monday through Friday; 9 a.m. to 7 p.m., Saturday; and from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m., Sunday.

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Just in time for winter, a local church has made a donation of smoke alarms to the Payson Fire Department.

The Seventh-day Adventist Church on East Wade Lane donated 54 smoke detectors to the fire department Monday afternoon.

Fire Chief David Staub said they just ran out of smoke alarms, which they purchased through a federal grant.

Joyce Colaw, with the church, said they heard the department was running low and they wanted to help.

Sharon Judd, also with the church, said with winter upon us, more people are using their fireplaces and woodstoves.

“We want to make sure everyone stays safe,” she said.

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It is recommended to have smoke alarms in every bedroom, outside each sleeping area and on every level of a home.

If you need a smoke detector,

contact the PFD at 928-474-5242 ext. 9. Staff will arrange for firefighters to install the detector in your home at no cost. They will check to make sure you have the right number of detectors and check any existing detectors.

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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.

Published 11-20-2015 & 11-27-2015

Solution to 11/17 puzzle

PAYSON ROUNDUP FRIDAY, NOVEMBER 20, 2015

6B

Classifieds More ways than ever to publish and pay for your classified ad!

Call 928-474-5251 • Online at PaysonClassifiedsNow.com • Email ClassAds@payson.com DEADLINES: 10AM Monday for Tuesday issue • 10AM Wednesday for Friday issue Order: 10076605 Cust: -Gila County Personnel art#: 20127705 Class: General Size: 2.00 X 2.00

NOW HIRING

CLINICAL ORTHODONTIC ASSISTANT

Seeking outgoing people person with fine motor hand skills, self-motivated, dependable, team player.

Duties include: communicating with patients and parents, adjusting orthodontic appliances in the mouth, taking x-rays and impressions, etc. Experience preferred but not required. Starting at 3 days per week with expected growth as the practice grows.

Send resume to bdmcdowell@gmail.com.

MERCHANDISE

of Payson, Chief Fiscal Officer $6,102-$9,153/mo. plus benefits.

Obtain required application by calling (928) 474-5242 x5012; pick one up at Town Hall; or download at www.paysonaz.gov.

Human Resources, 303 N Beeline Hwy, Payson, AZ 85541, must receive applications no later than 4PM MST, 12/04/15. EOE

APPLIANCES Kenmore Refrigerator 22 sq. ft. Kenmore Refrigerator with freezer on top with icemaker.

6 years old. Excellent condition. $250.00 928 474-2324

“BEST PRICES IN TOWN AND FRIENDLY SERVICE�

Also BACKHOE SERVICE & YARD CLEANING Tree-Trimming, Brush Removal with Hauling Service 928-951-6590 or 928-978-5473 FIREWOOD Firewise, Lot Clean-ups Landscaping

Challenging positions in a rural mental health facility

Order: 10078677 Cust: -HORIZON HEALTH & WELNESS art#: 20130720 Class: Healthcare Size: 2.00 X 3.00

Program Coordinator

Full-time position: bachelor degree in the field w/3 years supervisory experience and/or program development; Master degree in the field w/2 years supervisory experience and/or program development. BHP w/1 year supervisory experience; AZ Drivers License with good driving record, 21 years of age or older; must pass DPS fingerprint clearance.

Case Manager Provide case management services for SMI, Substance Abuse population and children/families. Min. req: HS/GED plus 4 years exp in BH or combined BH education and exp with at least 1 year case mgt exp; 21 years of age.

Generous benefits package. Submit application/resume to: Horizon Health and Wellness 600 E. Highway 260 #8, Payson, AZ 85547 phone: 928-474-4917 fax: 928-474-7094 ines.tarango@hhwaz.org AA/EOE/M/F/D/V

NOW HIRING CNA’S, RN’S & LPN’S

Order: 10078622 Cust: -Payson Care Center Keywords: Ad attached art#: 20130631 Class: Healthcare Size: 2.00 X 3.00

Full-time, Part-time & PRN Positions Available.

Competitive wages and benefits. $1,000 sign-on bonus for full-time positions.

Apply in person at:

107 E. Lone Pine Drive, Payson, AZ 85541 (928) 474-6896 Order: 10073430 Cust: -McDonalds Keywords: Help Wanted art#: 20123185 Class: General Size: 2.00 X 4.00

Join our friendly Team

McDonald’s invites you to join our professional, friendly and dedicated team. McDonald’s is committed to outstanding customer service, people development and professional growth.

The McDonald’s Team offers Part-Time and Full Time employment with wages starting at $8.10 per hour.

Flexible hours, training, advancement opportunities, management development, employee retirement benefits, insurance, performance reviews and raises, and many other benefits. McDonald’s rewards outstanding performance.

PAYSON Please pick-up an application and learn of the opportunities available at your McDonald’s today.

To apply online visit www.mcarizona.com Order: 10078523 Cust: -Hospice Compassus Keywords: Employment -Jay has corrected ad. art#: 20129660 Class: Healthcare Size: 4.00 X 4.00

Fri & Sat, Nov.13,14,20 and 21.

December 4,5,11 and 12th. Beautiful handmade winter scarves, artwork and many more unique, one of a kind items. Pepper jelly, pumpkin bread, gorgeous lighted wreaths and floral arrangements for the holidays. Expertly painted holiday yard signs. (You can’t get ‘em at WalMart!)

Very generous portion of our proceeds goes to the Fuel Reduction Program which does an amazing job to help our Firefighters protect our beautiful forest.

Dog Nail Clipping in the comfort and convenience of your home by Tracy. Local professional groomer of 24 years. $12.00 928-978-4959

FIREWOOD

Jazzy Select Power Chair used only 3 mos. Perfect condition.

Oxygen tank holder/battery charger. $1800 OBO. 928-474-1877.

Firewood for Sale: Juniper, oak & Mesquite, $300.per cord, Split, Delivered, and Stacked! Nick 480-669-9756 FIREWOOD OAK 1/2 Cord, $160.

Free Delivery (Christopher Creek to Payson) Kindling included Weekends only.

Call Jeff 602-224-6023.

Leave message.

FIREWOOD SALE All Cords sold in Full Cords Split & Delivered (Payson / Heber Areas), Call Calvin 480-322-9078 FIREWOOD. JUNIPER OR PINE AND MIXES SOLD IN BUNDLES TO FULL MEASURED CORDS, WE DELIVER.ALSO TREE STUMP AND SMALL TREE REMOVAL. TRENCHING. 928-468-1309

GUNS/KNIVES Ruger Mini 14 Ranch Rifle, shot 120 rds., 7 mags, 2 stocks, adj. gas block, trigger job, scope, $895. Phone: 928-478-8646

MISCELLANEOUS *CANCER CASES* www.cancerbenefits.com Call 800-414-4328.

10ft, 20ft, 30ft. and 40ft.

Shipping Containters, Call 928-537-3257 Boutique Show Nov 21 1 pm to 5 pm. Clubhouse at the Lamplighter RV park. 3933 E. AZ Hwy 260.

Ladies clothing, handbags, scarves, jewelry, hats & fascinators. Shop now for Christmas.

Snacks, beverages & door prizes.

EUCHRE players wanted. John 419-303-6915.

For Sale for the Holidays. 2 Electric keyboards & 2 crystal bowls.

Call for visuals and best offer prices. J.D. @ 928-468-6074.

Find what you’re looking for or sell what you’re tired of looking at in the Payson Roundup Classifieds Call 474-5251

AUTOS/VEHICLES ATVS

U-HAUL MINI REFRIGERATOR: 3ft. and brown in color Asking $35.00 / Make Offer Call 480-201-9697

2011 Honda Rincon 680 Great condition, runs like new. LOW MILES-348. Winch/tow $8000 OBO 530-409-3518

CAMPERS

Pool Table Brunswick Kendrick European Style 8 foot Pool Table.

Perfect Condition. (Cost new was $4000.00) $1499.00 602-769-6001 THE BLIND DOCTOR Broken Blinds? Saggy Shades?

Droopy Drapes? WE CAN FIX THAT! Dani 928-595-2968 BLINDS & DESIGNS Repairs, Sales, Shade Screens & More!

1988 40 ft. 5th wheel, park model, one slide, solar system, needs some work, clean unit in and out. $2,500. 928-951-3121.

MOTORCYCLES

YARD SALES/ AUCTIONS

Sat, Nov 21. 8am-2pm Glassware, Tools, Christmas, Sports and Western Stuff, Antique Violin, etc.

Everything must go!

MOVING SALES Indoor Moving Sale Nov 20-21-22, 8 am to 2 pm. Original signed paintings & prints, antiques, china, kitchen furniture, collectibles, tools and garage + 4 sheds. Drive In. 307 S. Granite Dr. Payson.

YARD SALES 1313 N. Locarno Cir (N. Payson off Easy St.) Thurs & Fri Nov 19 & 20, 7:30 am to 4pm.

Household items, home decor, large coffee table, small kitchen appliances, comforters, paintings.

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Serving Rim Country for 20 years!

Powell Place Senior Living is now hiring CAREGIVERS, in addition to a COOK and a WEEKEND HOUSEKEEPER. We offer competitive pay and benefits. Must enjoy working with seniors.

Apply online at enlivant.com, then call 928-474-6249.

MOTORCYCLE for Sale: 1999 Honda Goldwing GL-1500SE w/Trike Conversion Kit, Matching Trailer, Spectial Edition, Honda’s 50th Anniversary Year, Color (Pearl Mint Green), Lots of Extra’s for all the details, Asking $9995. call Nick 602-373-0910 after 6pm

PARTS Chrome Rims, 5 split spoke, size 17x7.5, bolt pattern 5x114.3, Excellent Condition, Set of 4 with lug nuts $300. Phone 928-478-8646 Tires BF Goodrich All Terrain KO/TA Radials. 285-70-17 White Letter. Good tread, came off of RAM 1500. Great fit for pickup or Jeep $125 for all 4 609-432-7934

TRUCKS 2003 GMC Sierra F17 Extended Cab, Beautiful Condition, 96,800 Miles, Aluminum Tool Box, New Catalytic Converter, $8,900.

928-474-9862

EMPLOYMENT ADMINISTRATIVE/ PROFESSIONAL

Hiring in the Payson, AZ office:

Hospice Aide Inpatient Unit RN Registered Nurse Case Manager

If you are passionate about impacting patient & family care and enjoy working out in the field, a clinical position with our company may be the perfect opportunity for you!

We have great benefits and competitive pay.

To apply online and learn more about an exciting opportunity to work for Hospice Compassus: Pease visit our website at www.hospicecompassus.com Call Mary Jane Rogers at 928.472.6340

Email to Mary.Rogers@hospicecom.com

The HR/Accounting Admin is responsible and accountable for handling all general office / clerical duties, including accounts payable processes, daily flash reporting, payroll, employee documentation and other HR related responsibilities. In this role it is crucial to be able to handle multiple tasks/projects simultaneously such as communication with the golf facility and membership, attention to detail and working well with others is a must.

Please email your resume and salary requirements to snordstrom@therimgolfclub.org

HAULING Home Repair Lawn Care Hauling CD 2015

HOME REPAIRS

Lawn Care

HAULING

Diversified Services IOWA BOY - HONEST, DEPENDABLE

JOE - 970-1873

Call The Cheaper Sweeper Part-Time RN and CNA needed at Hospice of Payson Arizona Drivers License required.

Please e-mail resume to: marilyn@hospiceofpayson.com

Part-Time RN & CNA Needed at Hospice of Payson.

Valid AZ driver’s license required.

Please email resume to: marilyn@ hospiceofpayson.com

Fast Auto Loans No Experience required, full training provided Requirements: Credit,criminal and MVD background,check, valid Driver Licence.

Benefits: We offer competitive pay and benefits.

Send Resume to: jrowland@clacorp.com or call 928-474-2360

SERVICES MISCELLANEOUS

Call The Cheaper Sweeper You’ve tried the rest, now try the best!

Windows to Walls, Baseboards to Ceiling Fans WE CLEAN IT ALL!

Gift Certificates Available

Call The Cheaper Sweeper for a free estimate: (928) 472-9897

HOUSEKEEPING HOUSEKEEPING ETC. Cleaning Services, Regular Schedulled Cleanings, Organizing and Move-Outs!

Call Shari for a Quote!

928-951-1807

LANDSCAPING Mario & Mario Landscaping and Masonry Complete Landscaping & Irrigation, Tree Service and Removal. Rock, Retaining Walls, Block Fencing Walls, Wrought Iron Fences.

Flagstone & Concrete Driveways, Pavers and Sidewalks.

Licensed, Bonded and Insured. Home Maitenance Available. Call 928-282-3118 Mention this add and get 10% Off!

OakLeaf Yardworks Yard Maintenance Minor landscaping and tree trimming.

All work affordable.

Call:Dennis 928-595-0477 not a licensed contractor

LEGAL SERVICES ad attached

Permanent/Temporary Placements.

FREE to job seekers.

928-474-2845 info@employment-dynamics.co m. 418 S. Beeline.

Upload Resume @ www.employment-dynamics.co m Training/meeting room available.

Go Ride Mountain can provide pick-up, delivery, service & repair of off-road motorcycles & light ATV’s. Specializing in Engine & Suspension. 623-399-2847 Jay has ad- pirate santa claus

Have you booked your Holiday Party with us yet?

Call Pirate’s Hideaway TODAY! 928-478-6830 Pirate’s Hideaway - The Place for Miniature Golf, Great Food, Fun & Games

CONSTRUCTION The Rim Golf Club HR/Accounting Administrator

Tile,Carpet and Wood Installer 35 years Exp. Repairs/Custom Showers Local References if needed Realters Welcome 928-951-2823 Robin H.

HOME SERVICES

805 E. Highway 260, Payson, Az.

You’ll remember why you do what you do, when you join the fabulous care team at Hospice Compassus!

JIMMY’S ALLTRADES Residential Repairs Since 1993 FREE ESTIMATES Plumbing, Electrical, Sun Screens, Dryer Vent Cleaning, Gutters Cleaned 928-474-6482 not licensed

IMS Primary Care is hiring for Front Office and experienced Back Office Medical Assistants in Payson. Submit resumes to: Cynthia.richardson@imsaz.com

Finding the Right Fit

2015 K-Z Inc. Durango 1500, Fifth-Wheel Bunk House 296BH Must Sell This beautiful fifth-wheel same as new.One Trip! 7mo old.

1/2 ton tow-able 8700# 33’ 3 slides. tan/brown w/tinted frame-less windows. pls see UTUBE Video by Motor Sports Land (all the details here)matching 2013 f-150 w/slider hitch available. $35,000.00 OBO. 719-332-2668 dennisneedleman@gmail.com.

APARTMENTS FOR RENT

(Inexpensive) Not a Licensed Contractor

RVS

2002 Winnebago Industries, Inc. Winnebago Adventurer, 30 foot 2 slides 20,700 miles original owner always garaged like new condition with every option new batteries new michelins. $48,000.928-978-0926 dodachek@yahoo.com.

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

Senior Discount: 928-478-6139

Looking for healthcare aid to take care of elderly MAN and WOMAN, CNA optional, $950 per week, send resume to aberaroha@yahoo.com for more details... aberaroha@yahoo.com

Seeking Branch Manager / Sales Representative

208 N. Tonto St. Rim Country Storage, Fri. & Sat. Nov 20 & 21 from 8am to 1pm: Tools, Furniture, Cooking items, clothes, household items, office supplies, camping gear, sports eqpmt, vacuum cleaners, + more. (4 Units).

Estate Sale Fri/Sat 11/20 & 11/21 9am to 12. 1321 Bravo Taxiway (corner of Earhardt & Bravo Taxiway, inside hanger).

Ad attached

SALES/MARKETING

GARAGE SALES Good Stuff Sale 236 S. Houston Creek Circle Star Valley

HEALTH CARE

Health Care Aid Needed Urgently

GRABER BICYCLE RACK: Trailer hitch mount type of rack Asking $45.00 / Make Offer

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Order: 10078531 Cust: -Benjamin McDowell $## !

Keywords: Orthodontist Assistant art#: 20130492 Class: Dental

Size: 2.00 X 2.00

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Follow the signs to 5002 Spruce Drive in Pine.

PAINT BALL EQUIPMENT: 5 Variety sized paint guns, 2BB guns, 9canister belt, 2canister pouch, 1-no finger glove, 1-soft 6500 6mm Plastic red BB’s 12 grams, 3- 9ozCo2 cylinder, 120ozCo2 Cylinder, 1- scope, 1-cleaning rod, 1-extra BB clip, All items as is: Asking $275.00 / Make Offer.

Ray Smith 928-970-0132 or 928-363-1014

YARD SALES Kaylee’s Cottage Holiday Boutique in Pine

ANIMALS

FIREWOOD Order: 10078464 Cust: -Town of Payson / HR Keywords: Chief Fiscal Officer art#: 20130401 Town Class: General Size: 2.00 X 2.00

MISCELLANEOUS

Get the best results!

Debco Construction

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

HANDYMAN DHW Home Services Decks/Porches Sheds Drywall Texture Matching Paint Remodeling 928-595-1555 Credit Cards Accepted not a licensed contractor

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

Patricia Rockwell AZ CertiďŹ ed Legal Document Preparer/ Paralegal

928-476-6539 AZCLDP #81438

REAL ESTATE HOMES FOR SALE HOME INSPECTIONS AZ and ASHI Certified Home Inspector 14 years Experience Payson License #PO0049 www.inspectaz.com Dan Harris 928-970-1187

Apartment For Rent

Now Renting!

Canal Senior Apartments 807 S. Westerly Road Payson, AZ 85541 INCOME RESTRICTIONS APPLY Independent, vibrant living located off Historic Main Street and just down the road from Senior Center.

Home-like setting and big smiles from our professional staff. We offer spacious 1 an 2 bedroom apartment homes. For 25 years Syringa Property Management has been creating cheerful communities for individuals who want to enjoy an independent and enriching retirement.

See Manager for details Phone (928) 468-5650 Hearing Impaired TDD# 800-545-1833 x298

This Fall make ASPEN COVE Your New Home

Apartments For Rent

Units Available! Apply Today!

APARTMENTS FEATURING: • 2 Bedrooms/2 Baths • 2 Bedrooms/ 1.5 Baths • Washers & Dryers • Covered Parking • Pet Friendly

ASPEN COVE

801 E. FRONTIER ST. #46, PAYSON, AZ 85541

(928) 474-8042

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

Warm & Cozy Community nestled in the Pines!

Forest Hills Condominiums

333 N. McLane Large 1-2 Bedrooms WOOD BURNING FIREPLACE WASHER & DRYER COVERED PARKING PET FRIENDLY CLOSE TO RUMSEY PARK & LIBRARY

Call Caroline 928-472-6055

PineCrest Apts., 1 & 2 Bedrooms, Storage Unit, Laundry & BBQ, $525.mo & up, 480-734-0858

Tonto Oaks Apts.

Positively Payson

& Mobile Homes

120 S. Tonto St. Come live next to the BEST tenants in Payson!

Beautiful, Spacious 1 & 2 Bedroom Apartments w/storage room Call Cindy for availability (928) 472-9238 or email tontooaksapts@yahoo.com

Rentals CD

Now Renting!

Green Valley Apartments 905 S. McLane Road Payson, AZ 85541 INCOME RESTRICTIONS APPLY Newer apartments located off historic Main Street and just down the road from beautiful Green Valley Park.

2 & 3 Bedroom Apartment Homes Bright, open layouts Onsite laundry facility Playground area Community room Satellite ready

See Manager for details Phone (928) 472-4639 Hearing Impaired TDD# 800-545-1833 x298

MOBILES FOR SALE Foreclosures: 30 Homes, both New and PreOwned to Choose From, Free Delivery, Call Bronco Homes, 1-800-487-0712 REPOS: 2, 3, & 4 Bedrooms, Starting from $9,989. Call Bronco Homes: 1-800-487-0712

RENTALS APARTMENTS FOR RENT 2Br/1Ba downstairs unit. In a quiet neighborhood! Water, Trash, & Sewer included! No pets $625.mo $625. Security, Call Bonnie 928-978-1415

Studio and One Bedroom Apartments Starting at $615. with All Utilities Weekly Light Housekeeping Included Small Pet OK with Deposit Meal Service Available Call Angie M-F 8-5 928-474-1120

Studio BR, 1 BA, Apartment Unfurnished, Star Valley, AZ, 85541, flexible lease, studio guest house, water,elect,trash, tv,all included, quiet property, $ 650.00 +dep, 928-978-1522.

COMMERCIAL FOR RENT Office or Retail Space Lowest Rates In Payson Private Bath,500 sq.ft.

On Upgraded Remodeled Units, 1 Month Rent Free 602-616-3558

HOMES FOR RENT 1Br/1Ba Overlooks GV Lake 704 S.Oak, Stove,Refrig, Trash Included, Large Wood Stove,AC,W/D Hook-ups, Gated Yard,Covered Carport, $610.mo 928-978-4773 or 928-474-3453

PAYSON ROUNDUP HOMES FOR RENT

2Br/1Ba, Mobile on Private Back Lot, Freshly Painted Interior w/New Light Fixtures/Ceiling Fan, Large Fenced Back Yard w/New Trees, Large Living Room, Dining w/Built-ins, Central Heating, W/D, Double-Pane Windows, $725 p/m, Yard Maintenance Included, 928-288-2440 3 BR, 2 BA, House, large fenced yard, eat-in kitchen 713 W Bridle Path Ln, Payson, AZ, 85541, $1100/month, Mark 928-951-4090.

Best Rim/airport view in town from the unique double decks in quiet Country Club Vistas area. 3BR/3BA executive home w/fireplace, double garage and large fenced yard.

2300 SF, all appliances inc. A beautiful place to live! Flexible lease-Small Dogs OK, Non-smokers - $1,400.00, 602-763-4397 For Lease: Spacious 3 Bd/2BA Home, Fully Fenced Front Yard. Great Walking Location To Shops, Markets, & Banks. Avail. Dec. 4. $850/month plus utilities. No Smoking. 949.212.8911.

LEGAL NOTICES 15970: 11/6, 11/13, 11/20, 11/27/2015: 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 February 17, 2006 in Instrument No. 2006-002904 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 the Gila County Courthouse, 1400 East Ash St., Globe, AZ 85501 at 11:00 AM on January 15, 2016: TRACT B AND THE WEST 10 FEET OF THE NORTH 108.66 FEET OF TRACT C, FAIRWAY OAKS ESTATES, ACCORDING TO MAP NO. 588, RECORDS OF GILA COUNTY, ARIZONA Purported Street address: 2003 West Fairway Lane, P a y s o n , AZ 85541 Tax Parcel #304-13-008

PAYSON TRAILER RANCH 1 & 2 Bdrms Starting at $425.00 Spaces starting at $310.

1st Mo + Deposit!

All Include Cable/Water/Sewer/Trash Calll 928-517-1368

Original Principal Balance $716,000.00 Name and Address of Beneficiary: U.S. Bank National Association, as Trustee for the certificateholders of Banc of America Funding Corporation Mortgage Pass-Through Certificates, Series 2006-D, in c/o Nationstar Mortgage LLC, 8950 Cypress Waters Blvd, Coppell, Texas 75019.

Prudential Pine

BERKSHIRE HATHAWAY HomeServices Advantage Realty PO Box 329, 3640 Hwy 87, Pine, AZ 85544

928-476-3279

UNFURNISHED RENTAL HOMES NEEDED Independently Owned & Operated

Name and Address of Trustor: Michael T. and Georgia Ann Salwitz, and wife, 2003 West Lane, Payson, AZ 85541

Original Salwitz husband Fairway

Name, Address and Telephone Number of Trustee: Jason P. Sherman, 3636 N. Central Ave., Suite #400, Phoenix, AZ 85012, 602-222-5711 Dated: October 16, 2015 /s/ Jason P.

Pine Prudential Rentals x3 BERKSHIRE HATHAWAY

HomeServices Advantage Realty PROPERTY MANAGEMENT

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

www.paysonrentals.com RESIDENTIAL RENTALS

1809 W. Fairway Ln., 3BD, 2BA . . . . . . . . . $1450 1103 N. Camelot, 2BD, 2BA . . . . . . . . . . . . $1200 1406 N. Sunset, 2BD, 2BA . . . . . . . . . . . . . $1100 1009 W. Rim View Rd., 3BD, 2BA . . . . . . . $1075 1106 N. William Tell Cir., 2BD, 2BA . . . . . . . $880 703 W. Saddle Ln. 3BD, 2BA . . . . . . . . . . . . $850 1101 N. Carefree Cir., 2BD, 2BA . . . . . . . . . . . . $850 905 N. Beeline Hwy. #10, 2BD, 2BA . . . . . . . . . $850 200 E. Malibu Dr. B5, 2BD, 2BA . . . . . . . . . . . . $825 607 S. Beeline Hwy. Sp#5, 1BD, 1BA . . . . . . . . $550 208 E. Juniper St. #B Studio, 1BA. . . . . . . . . . . $500 607 S. Beeline Hwy. C5, Studio 1BA. . . . . . . . . $425 607 S. Beeline Hwy. C4, Studio 1BA. . . . . . . . . $400 607 S. Beeline Hwy. C6, Studio,1BA . . . . . . . . . $400

COMMERCIAL LEASE SPACE 1500 Bravo Taxiway 601 N. Beeline 408 W. Main St., Suite 8 & Suite 11 708 E. Hwy 260 C1, A, B & E 708 E. Hwy 260 C2 1322 W. Red Baron Rd. #A

RV/MOTOR HOME SPACE Independently Owned & Operated

Super Nice 3BR/2BA. Corner Lot, Fenced, Near Hospital, $1200 + Dep. No-smoking/small pets ok?

Avail Now, Landlord Pays Sewer Call 928-310-3732

HORSE PROPERTY FOR RENT 2 BR, 2 BA, 1344 SF, 288 E Buckboard Trail, Gisela, AZ, 85541, 12 months lease, Yard maintenance included, $ 930, Chuck Olinger 602-881-8736.

MOBILES FOR RENT 2Br/1Ba Mobile Home in Payson, Clean, AC/Heating, Nice yard Sewer/Trash Included, Pets-No, $600.p/m Call 480-940-4593 3 Bedroom 2 Bath. $775 per month. Call Ken 928-472-9065.

MOBILE/RV SPACES Mountain Shadows R.V. & Mobile Home Park, Nice quiet family park, RV Spaces $256.55 mo, with onsite Manager, Laundry, Shower, Game room, and Wifi, Call Shawn at 928-474-2406 RYE RV PARK 1Br/1Ba, (Furnished) $350.mo & Up; Free Laundry On-site, Utility Dep. Water/Trash Included, Spaces $200.mo 602-502-0020

MOBILES/RVS FOR RENT #12 Trailer, 1 BR, $495/month, min 3 mos, 1001 S. Goodfellow Rd. 40’ RV space also available @ $310/mo.

951-6137 or 474-0791.

ROOMS FOR RENT 1 BR, private 1 BA, in lovely home.

1200 N Karen Way, Water garbage internet incl. $400 + share electric. 661-324-5290.

LEGAL NOTICES

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 t h e State Bar of Arizona.

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COUNTY OF MARICOPA} The foregoing instrument was acknowledged before me on October 16, 2015, by Jason P. Sherman, a member of the State Bar of Arizona, as Trustee. /s/ Kari Sheehan NOTARY PUBLIC My commission expires: 9/12/2018 15971: 11/6, 11/13, 11/20, 11/27/2015: TS#: Martini, Kathleen Order #14-118044 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 9/28/2006 and recorded on 9/28/2006 as Instrument # 2006-016729 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 PRUSUANT 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 AN DIWLL OCCUR at public auction to the highest bidder at the front entrance in the Gila County Courthouse, 1400 East Ash Street, Globe, AZ 85501, on 1/20/2016 at 11:00 AM of said day: LOT 68 OF PAYSON NORTH UNIT THREE, ACCORDING TO THE PLAT OF RECORD IN THE OFFICE OF THE COUNTY RECORDER OF GILA COUNTY, ARIZONA, RECORDED IN MAP(S) NO. 419 AND 419A. The successor trustee appointed herein qualifies as trustee of the Trust Deed in the trustee’s capacity as an attorney and member of the State Bar of Arizona as required by ARS Section 33-803, subsection A(2).

Name of Trustee’s Regulator: State Bar of Arizona ACCORDING TO THE DEED OF TRUST OR UPON INFORMATION SUPPLIED BY THE BENEFICIARY, THE FOLLOWING INFORMATION IS PROVIDED PURSUANT TO A.R.S. SECTION 33-808(C): Street address or identifiable location: 803 N. Easy Street, Payson, AZ 85541-3911 A.P.N.: 302-66-068 8 Original Principal Balance: $112,000.00 Name and address of original trustor: (as shown on the Deed of Trust)

LEGAL NOTICES Kathleen Ann Martini, an unmarried woman 803 N Easy St Payson AZ 85541-0000 Name and address of beneficiary: (as of recording of Notice of Sale) BMO Harris Bank NA, successor by merger with M&I Marshall & Ilsley Bank 180 N. Executive Drive Brookfield, WI 53005 NAME, ADDRESS & TELEPHONE NUMBER OF TRUSTEE: (as of recording of Notice of Sale) Larry O Folks Folks & O’Connor, PLLC 1850 N. Central Ave, #1140 Phoenix, Arizona 85004 (602) 262-2265 Fax request for sale information to: (602) 256-9101.

Sales information is also available online at: www.folksoconnor.com Dated: 10/20/2015 /s/ Larry O. Folks

By Larry O. Folks, a member of the State Bar of Arizona, as required

by A.R.S. §33-803, Subsection (A)(2) State of ARIZONA))ss. County of MARICOPA) On 10/20/2015 before me, TWHiggins, Notary Public, personally appeared Larry O Folks personally known to me (our proved to me on the basis of satisfactory evidence) to be the person(s) whose name(s) is/are subscribed to the within instrument and acknowledged to me that he/she/they executed the same in his/her/their authorized capacity(ies), and that by his/her/their signature(s) on the instrument the person(s), or the entity upon behalf of which the person(s) acted, executed the instrument.

IN WITNESS WHEREOF I hereunto set my hand and official seal. /s/ TWHiggins TWHiggins Notary Public - State of Arizona Maricopa County Commission Expires 02/12/2017 15972: 11/6, 11/13, 11/20, 11/27/2015: Notice of Trustee’s Sale Recorded on: 10/2/2015 TS No. : AZ-11-464852-BN Order No. : 14-102979 The following legally described trust property will be sold, pursuant to the power of Sale under that certain Deed of Trust dated 12/19/2007 and recorded 1/7/2008 as Instrument 2008-000241 , in the office of the County Recorder of GILA County, Arizona . Notice! If you believe there is a defense to the trustee sale or if you have an objection to the trustee sale, you must file an action and obtain a court order pursuant to rule 65, Arizona rules of civil procedure, stopping the sale no later than 5:00 p.m. mountain standard time of the last business day before the scheduled date of the sale, or you may have waived any defenses or objections to the sale. Unless you obtain an order, the sale will be final and will occur at public auction to the highest bidder: Sale Date and Time: 1/11/2016 at 11:00 AM Sale Location: At the front entrance to the County Courthouse, located at 1400 E. Ash Street Globe, AZ 85501 Legal Description: Lot 224 and Lot 225 of TONTO CREEK SHORES, according to Map No. 441, records of Gila County, Arizona Purported Street Address: 507 and 515 S. STETSON, PAYSON, AZ 85541 Tax Parcel Number: 304-33-225, 304-33-226 Original Principal Balance: $117,500.00 Name and Address of Current Beneficiary: Wells Fargo Bank, NA C/O WELLS FARGO BANK N.A. 1 Home Campus X2504-017 Customer Service Des Moines, IA 50328 Name(s) and Address(s) of Original Trustor(s): THERESA K. HERNANDEZ, A MARRIED PERSON 224 Stetson Drive., Payson, AZ 85541 Name and Address of Trustee/Agent: Quality Loan Service Corporation 411 Ivy Street, San Diego, CA 92101 Phone: ( 866 ) 645-7711 Sales Line: 888-988-6736 Login to: Salestrack.tdsf.com AZ-11-464852-BN The successor trustee qualifies to act as a trustee under A.R.S. §33-803(A)(1) in its capacity as a licensed Arizona escrow agent regulated by the Department of Financial Institutions.

If the sale is set aside for any reason, including if the Trustee is unable to convey title, the Purchaser at the sale shall be entitled only to a return of the monies paid to the Trustee. This shall be the Purchaser’s sole and exclusive remedy. The purchaser shall have no further recourse against the Trustor, the Trustee, the Beneficiary, the Beneficiary’s Agent, or the Beneficiary’s Attorney. As required by law, you are hereby notified that a negative credit report reflecting on your credit record may be submitted to a credit report agency if you fail to fulfill the terms of your credit obligations. If you have previously been discharged through bankruptcy, you may have been released of personal liability for this loan in which case this letter is intended to exercise the note holders right’s against the real property only. QUALITY MAY BE CONSIDERED A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT AND ANY INFORMATION OBTAINED WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE . TS No.: AZ-11-464852-BN Dated: 10/1/2015 QUALITY LOAN SERVICE CORPORATION By: Ellene Barnett, Assistant Secretary A notary public or other officer completing this certificate verifies only the identity of the individual who signed the document to which this certificate is attached, and not the truthfulness, accuracy, or validity of that document. State of: California County of: San Diego On 10/1/2015 before me, Courtney Patania a notary public, personally appeared Ellene Barnett, who proved to me on the basis of satisfactory evidence to be the person(s) whose name(s) is/are subscribed to the within instrument and acknowledged to me that he/she/they executed the same in his/her/their authorized capacity(ies), and that by his/her/their signature(s) on the in-

Order: 10078663 Cust: -Town Of Star Valley Class: Public Notices Size: 3.00 X 4.00

NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING TOWN OF STAR VALLEY PLANNING AND ZONING COMMISSION

The PLANNING AND ZONING COMMISSION of the Town of Star Valley will hold a Public Hearing on Tuesday, December 15, 2015, at 2:00 p.m. at Star Valley Town Hall, 3675 E. Highway 260, Star Valley, Arizona, to consider the following: CASE NO: CUP 15-02; CONNIE L. AGNES, the applicant.

The location of the property is 423 Valley Road, Star Valley, AZ 85541.

The Assessor’s Parcel Number is 302-55-001J, Star Valley, AZ. The property is currently zoned Transitional Residential (TR).

The application is for a Conditional Use Permit to use the subject property as a horse rescue subsidized by limited boarding services, and allow the number of horses on the property to be no more than 24 at any one time.

FRIDAY, NOVEMBER 20, 2015

LEGAL NOTICES strument the person(s), or the entity upon behalf of which the person(s) acted, executed the instrument . I certify under PENALTY OF PERJURY under the laws of the State of California that the foregoing paragraph is true and correct. WIT NESS my hand and official seal. Signature Courtney Patania Commission No. 2044156 NOTARY PUBLIC - California San Diego County My Comm. Expires 11/1/2017 IDSPub #0094644 11/6/2015 11/13/2015 11/20/2015 11/27/2015 15981: 11/20, 11/27, 12/4, 12/11/2015: S/File 137560.10206 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 JUNE 1, 2015, in INSTRUMENT NO. 2015-005182 in the Office of the County Recorder of GILA County, Arizona - NOTICE! IF YOU BELIEVE THERE IS A DEFENSE TO THE TRUSTEE SALE OR IF YOU HAVE AN OBJECTION TO THE TRUSTEE SALE, YOU MUST FILE AN ACTION AND OBTAIN A COURT ORDER PURSUANT TO RULE 65, ARIZONA RULES OF CIVIL PROCEDURE, STOPPING THE SALE NO LATER THAN 5:00 P.M. MOUNTAIN STANDARD TIME OF THE LAST BUSINESS DAY BEFORE THE SCHEDULED DATE OF THE SALE, OR YOU MAY HAVE WAIVED ANY DEFENSES OR OBJECTIONS TO THE SALE. UNLESS YOU OBTAIN AN OR-

LEGAL NOTICES DER, 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 JANUARY 11, 2016 at 10:00 A.M. of said day: Lot 40, MOGOLLON RIM ADDITION PLAT TWO, according to Map No. 150, records of Gila County, Arizona. EXCEPT the North 16 feet thereof. Purported Property Address: 601 E. BONITA ST., PAYSON, AZ 85541. Tax Parcel Number: 304-04-041A. Original Principal Balance: $41,000.00 Original/Current Beneficiary: CHRISTOPHER J. CAMPOLONGO and LILIAN C. CAMPOLONGO, 3900 SHERFIELD COURT, MIDLOTHIAN, VA 23113.

Original/Current Trustor: ROBERT DANA KNIELING, P.O. BOX 1139, HELENDALE, CA 92342. 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 $40,168.93 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: OCTOBER 5, 2015. 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,

LEGAL NOTICES Assistant Secretary. Manner of Trustee Qualification: Escrow Agent. Name of Regulating Agency: Arizona Department of Financial Institutions. STATE OF ARIZONA, COUNTY OF MARICOPA. The foregoing instrument was acknowledged before me on October 9, 2015, by Shannon E. Copp, Assistant Secretary of Pioneer Title Agency, Inc., an Arizona corporation. By: /s/ Erin C. Klabough, Notary Public.

My Commission Expires: January 7, 2018.

15982: 11/13, 11/17, 11/20/2015 NOTICE (for publication) ARTICLES OF ORGANIZATION HAVE BEEN FILED IN THE OFFICE OF THE ARIZONA CORPORATION COMMISSION FOR I. Name: GRACEFULWILLOW DESIGNS LLC File No. l-2034834-2 II. The address of the known place of business is: 300 N. Trailwood Road, Payson, AZ 85541.

III. The name and street address of the Statutory Agent is: Leanna Mawby, 300 N. Trailwood Road, Payson, AZ 85541.

(A) Management of the limited liability company is reserved to the members. The names and addresses of each person who is a member are: Leanna Mawby, (x) member, 300 N. Trailwood Road, Payson, AZ 85541.

15983 11/20, 11/27, 12/4, 12/11/2015 TS No. : AZ-15-681355-AB Order No. : 150205684-AZ-VOO The following le-

Order: 10078644 Cust: -Town of Payson / Clerk's Dept ORDINANCE NO. 873 Keywords: Ord 873, 874, and 876 Class: Public Notices AN ORDINANCE OF THE MAYOR AND TOWN COUNCIL OF THE TOWN Size: 3.00 X 16.50 OF PAYSON, ARIZONA, AMENDING SECTION 154-15-003 OF THE UNIFIED DEVELOPMENT CODE RELATING TO THE HOURS OF OPERATION FOR MEDICAL MARIJUANA DISPENSARIES. WHEREAS, in January of 2011, in response to the approval of the Arizona Medical Marijuana Act (“the Actâ€?) in 2010, the Town of Payson approved zoning regulations for medical marijuana dispensaries (“the Dispensary Regulationsâ€?); and WHEREAS RQ -XO\ 'HVHUW 0HGLFDO &DPSXV ,QF Ă€OHG $SSOLFDWLRQ 3 UHTXHVWLQJ D change in allowable hours of operation for a medical marijuana dispensary; and WHEREAS, on September 21, 2015, Town of Payson Planning and Zoning Commission (“the &RPPLVVLRQÂľ KHOG D SXEOLF KHDULQJ RQ DQG UHFRPPHQGHG DSSURYDO RI D SURSRVHG DPHQGPHQW WR 6HFWLRQ RI WKH 8QLĂ€HG 'HYHORSPHQW &RGH RI WKH 7RZQ RI 3D\VRQ ´8'&Âľ WR DOORZ PHGLFDO PDULMXDQD GLVSHQVDULHV WR RSHUDWH IURP D P XQWLO S P DQG WHEREAS, on October 15, 2015 and November 5, 2015, the Mayor and Town Council held Public Hearings on the Proposed Amendment, have considered the Proposed Amendment, and it is their desire to adopt the Proposed Amendment, NOW, THEREFORE, THE MAYOR AND TOWN COUNCIL OF THE TOWN OF PAYSON, ARIZONA, DO HEREBY ORDAIN AS FOLLOWS: 6HFWLRQ 154-15-003

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A medical marijuana dispensary shall have operating hours not earlier than 8:00 a.m. and not later than 9:00 p.m.

Section 2.

If any portion of this Ordinance is held to be invalid or unconstitutional, such decision shall not affect the validity of the remaining portions. The Mayor and Town Council of the Town of Payson declare that they would have adopted this Ordinance and each portion thereof despite the fact that any one or more portions would be declared invalid or unconstitutional.

PASSED AND ADOPTED BY THE MAYOR AND TOWN COUNCIL OF THE TOWN OF PAYSON this 5th GD\ RI 1RYHPEHU E\ WKH IROORZLQJ YRWH $<(6 12(6 $%67(17,216 $%6(17 Kenny J. Evans, Mayor $77(67 6LOYLD 6PLWK 7RZQ &OHUN $33529(' $6 72 )250 +HFWRU 0 )LJXHURD 7RZQ $WWRUQH\ ORDINANCE NO. 874 AN ORDINANCE OF THE MAYOR AND TOWN COUNCIL OF THE TOWN OF PAYSON, ARIZONA, AMENDING PAYSON TOWN CODE SECTIONS 154-05005(D)(4) AND (6) OF THE UNIFIED DEVELOPMENT CODE RELATING TO ELECTRONIC MESSAGE CENTERS. WHEREAS, the Town of Payson regulates the type, size, and placement of signs to assure citizen safety, to protect the publicâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s health and safety, and to maintain and increase property values; and WHEREAS, RQ $SULO WKH 0D\RU DQG &RXQFLO DSSURYHG 2UGLQDQFH DQG 5HVROXWLRQ DPHQGLQJ WKH 8QLĂ&#x20AC;HG 'HYHORSPHQW &RGH ´8'&Âľ UHODWLQJ WR DPRQJ RWKHU WKLQJV HOHFWURQLF PHVVDJH centers to allow businesses greater access to signage; and WHEREAS, on September 21, 2015, the Town of Payson Planning and Zoning Commission held D SXEOLF KHDULQJ UHJDUGLQJ SURSRVHG DPHQGPHQWV WR 8'& 6HFWLRQV '

DQG WKDW ZRXOG IXUWKHU UHĂ&#x20AC;QH WKH HOHFWURQLF PHVVDJH FHQWHU VLJQDJH UHJXODWLRQV DQG UHFRPPHQGHG DSSURYDO RI VXFK DPHQGPHQWV WR WKH Town Council; and WHEREAS, the Town Council held Public Hearings on October 15, 2015 and November 5, 2015 on WKH SURSRVHG DPHQGPHQWV WR 8'& 6HFWLRQ DQG GHVLUHV WR HQDFW VDLG DPHQGPHQWV NOW, THEREFORE, THE MAYOR AND TOWN COUNCIL OF THE TOWN OF PAYSON, ARIZONA, DO HEREBY ORDAIN AS FOLLOWS: SECTION 1 7KDW 3D\VRQ 8QLĂ&#x20AC;HG 'HYHORSPHQW &RGH 6HFWLRQV '

DQG DUH DPHQGHG DQG DV DPHQGHG VKDOO UHDG DV IROORZV 154-05-005 PERMITTED SIGNS. (D) Electronic message center signage/EMCs. EMCs may be utilized as a component of signs allowed by divisions (A) or (B) of this section subject to the following regulations: 4. Area of Sign Allowable as Electronic Message Center. No EMC shall exceed 50% 100% of the legal maximum allowable area of a sign. The legal maximum allowable area of a sign shall be determined as of the date of the EMC installation.

6. Residential Districts. (This section applies to uses that are permitted or conditional in R-1, R-2, or R-3, exclusive of home occupations. For home occupation sign standards, see Home Occupation Signs, Section (E) below.) (a) EMCs may be utilized on properties in residentially zoned districts if the EMC has been approved as part of a Conditional Use Permit application for the SURSHUW\ XSRQ ZKLFK LW LV ORFDWHG RU VXEVHTXHQW UHYLHZ IROORZLQJ WKH QRWLĂ&#x20AC;FDWLRQ DQG KHDULQJ guidelines for administrative relief.

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PASSED AND ADOPTED by the Mayor and Town Council of the Town of Payson, Arizona, this 5th GD\ RI 1RYHPEHU E\ WKH IROORZLQJ YRWH $<(6 12(6 $%67(17,216 $%6(17 Kenny J. Evans, Mayor $77(67 6LOYLD 6PLWK 7RZQ &OHUN $33529(' $6 72 )250 +HFWRU 0 )LJXHURD 7RZQ $WWRUQH\ ORDINANCE NO. 876 AN ORDINANCE OF THE MAYOR AND TOWN COUNCIL OF THE TOWN OF PAYSON, ARIZONA, AMENDING PAYSON TOWN CODE SECTION 15402-004(B)(3) TO THE UNIFIED DEVELOPMENT CODE RELATING TO THE KEEPING OF POULTRY HENS IN RESIDENTIAL DISTRICTS, ADDING THE DEFINITION OF â&#x20AC;&#x153;HENHOUSEâ&#x20AC;? TO SECTION 154-11-002 OF THE UNIFIED DEVELOPMENT CODE, ESTABLISHING A SUNSET CLAUSE AND DECLARING SUCH AMENDMENT AND ADDITION TO BE A PUBLIC RECORD. WHEREAS, the Code of the Town of Payson (â&#x20AC;&#x153;Codeâ&#x20AC;?) was declared to be a public record by 5HVROXWLRQ DQG ZDV DGRSWHG DV D SXEOLF UHFRUG E\ 2UGLQDQFH DQG WHEREAS WKH &RGH FXUUHQWO\ SURKLELWV WKH NHHSLQJ RI SRXOWU\ KHQV RQ UHVLGHQWLDO ORWV OHVV WKDQ RQH DFUH LQ VL]H DQG LV VLOHQW RQ WKH NHHSLQJ RI URRVWHUV DQG WHEREAS, on September 21, 2015, the Town Planning and Zoning Commission held a public KHDULQJ UHJDUGLQJ WKH SURSRVHG DPHQGPHQWV WR 8QLĂ&#x20AC;HG 'HYHORSPHQW &RGH ´8'&Âľ 6HFWLRQ %

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DQG DQG GHVLUHV WR HQDFW VDLG DGGLWLRQV to the UDC; and WHEREAS, the Town Council heard and considered public input at a Public Hearing and, because of concerns associated with Proposition 207 (The Private Property Rights Protection Act), desires to address concerns and suggestions received by establishing and adopting a Sunset Clause for a period of sixty (60) PRQWKV ZLWK D UHYLHZ SURFHVV WR WDNH SODFH GXULQJ WKH VL[ PRQWKV SULRU WR WKH H[SLUDWLRQ GDWH NOW, THEREFORE, THE MAYOR AND TOWN COUNCIL OF THE TOWN OF PAYSON, ARIZONA, DO HEREBY ORDAIN AS FOLLOWS: SECTION 1 7KH DPHQGPHQWV WR 8'& 6HFWLRQV %

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SECTION 2 $W OHDVW WKUHH FRSLHV RI WKH 8'& DPHQGPHQWV DGRSWHG E\ WKLV 2UGLQDQFH VKDOO EH Ă&#x20AC;OHG LQ WKH 2IĂ&#x20AC;FH RI WKH 7RZQ &OHUN DQG VKDOO EH NHSW DYDLODEOH IRU SXEOLF XVH DQG LQVSHFWLRQ SECTION 3: $OO RUGLQDQFHV DQG SDUWV RI RUGLQDQFHV LQ FRQĂ LFW ZLWK WKH SURYLVLRQV RI WKLV 2UGLQDQFH RU DQ\ part of the Code adopted herein by reference are hereby repealed.

SECTION 4: If any portion of this Ordinance is held to be invalid or unconstitutional, such decision shall not affect the validity of the remaining portions of this Ordinance.

PASSED AND ADOPTED by the Mayor and Town Council of the Town of Payson, Arizona, this 5th GD\ RI 1RYHPEHU E\ WKH IROORZLQJ YRWH $<(6 12(6 $%67(17,216 $%6(17

Information regarding this request may be obtained by contacting the Town of Star Valley, 3675 East Highway 260, Star Valley, Arizona. 85541, telephone (928) 472-7752.

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LEGAL NOTICES gally described trust property will be sold, pursuant to the power of Sale under that certain Deed of Trust dated 8/11/2014 and recorded 9/11/2014 as Instrument 2014-008538 , in the office of the County Recorder of GILA County, Arizona . Notice! If you believe there is a defense to the trustee sale or if you have an objection to the trustee sale, you must file an action and obtain a court order pursuant to rule 65, Arizona rules of civil procedure, stopping the sale no later than 5:00 p.m. mountain standard time of the last business day before the scheduled date of the sale, or you may have waived any defenses or objections to the sale. Unless you obtain an order, the sale will be final and will occur at public auction to the highest bidder: Sale Date and Time: 1/22/2016 at 11:00AM Sale Location: At the front entrance to the Gila County Courthouse, located at 1400 E. Ash, Globe, AZ 85501 Legal Description: THE FOLLOWING DESCRIBED PROPERTY IN THE COUNTY OF GILA, STATE OF ARIZONA: LOT 21, CRESTLINE TERRACE UNIT IV, ACCORDING TO MAP NO. 398, RECORDS OF GILA COUNTY, ARIZONA. EXCPETING THEREFROM ALL COAL AND OTHER MINERAL DEPOSITS AS RESERVED IN INSTRUMENT RECORDED MAY 29, 1926, IN BOOK 41, PAGE 211 OF REAL ESTATE DEEDS. Purported Street Address: 200 EAST HUNTER DRIVE, GLOBE, AZ 85501 Tax Parcel Number: 205-28-148 Original Principal Balance: $155,000.00 Name and Address of Current Beneficiary: Nationstar Mortgage LLC C/O Nationstar Mortgage LLC 8950 Cypress Waters Boulevard Coppell, TX 75019 Name(s) and Address(s) of Original Trustor(s): JACOB R. MILLER, A MARRIED MAN AS HIS SOLE AND SEPARATE PROPERTY 200 EAST HUNTER DRIVE, GLOBE, AZ 85501 Name and Address of Trustee/Agent: Quality Loan Service Corporation 411 Ivy Street, San Diego, CA 92101 Phone: ( 866 ) 645-7711 Sales Line: 916.939.0772 Login to: www.nationwideposting.com AZ-15-681355-AB The successor trustee qualifies to act as a trustee under A.R.S. §33-803(A)(1) in its capacity as a licensed Arizona escrow agent regulated by the Department of Financial Institutions. If the sale is set aside for any reason, including if the Trustee is unable to convey title, the Purchaser at the sale shall be entitled only to a return of the monies paid to the Trustee. This shall be the Purchaserâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s sole and exclusive remedy. The purchaser shall have no further recourse against the Trustor, the Trustee, the Beneficiary, the Beneficiaryâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Agent, or the Beneficiaryâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Attorney. As required by law, you are hereby notified that a negative credit report reflecting on your credit record may be submitted to a credit report agency if you fail to fulfill the terms of your credit obligations. If you have previously been discharged through bankruptcy, you may have been released of personal liability for this loan in which case this letter is intended to exercise the note holders rightâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s against the real property only.

QUALITY MAY BE CONSIDERED A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT AND ANY INFORMATION OBTAINED WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE . TS No.: AZ-15-681355-AB Dated: 10/14/2015 QUALITY LOAN SERVICE CORPORATION By: Long Do, Assistant Secretary A notary public or other officer completing this certificate verifies only the identity of the individual who signed the document to which this certificate is attached, and not the truthfulness, accuracy, or validity of that document.

State of: California County of: San Diego On 10/14/2015 before me, Courtney Patania a notary public, personally appeared Long Do, who proved to me on the basis of satisfactory evidence to be the person(s) whose name(s) is/are subscribed to the within instrument and acknowledged to me that he/she/they executed the same in his/her/their authorized capacity(ies), and that by his/her/their signature(s) on the instrument the person(s), or the entity upon behalf of which the person(s) acted, executed the instrument . I certify under PENALTY OF PERJURY under the laws of the State of California that the foregoing paragraph is true and correct. WIT NESS my hand and official seal. Signature Courtney Patania Commission No. 2044156 NOTARY PUBLIC - California San Diego County My Comm. Expires 11/1/2017 IDSPub #0095406 .

15984: 11/17, 11/20, 11/24/2015 NOTICE (of Publication) ARTICLES OF ORGANIZATION HAVE BEEN FILED IN THE OFFICE OF THE ARIZONA CORPORATION COMMISSION FOR: 1. Name:JLC ENTERPRISES, LLC File No. L20434932 II. The address of the registered office located in Gila County, Arizona and principal place of business is 342 West H Bar Ranch Road, Payson, Arizona 85441.

III. The name and address of the initial statutory agent of the Company is Jeri L. Chilson, 342 West H Bar Ranch Road, Payson, Arizona, 85541.

(A) The management of the Company is reserved to the Manager.

The manager of the Company is Jeri L. Chilson, 342 West H Bar Ranch Road, Payson, Arizona 85541.

The member, Vantage for the Jeri L. Chilson Traditional benefit of Individual Retirement Account, 20860 North Tatum Blvd, Suite 240, Phoenix, Arizona 85050 owns 100% of the interest in the capital or profits of the company.

15985 11/20, 11/27, 12/4/2015 Notice To Creditors: Bessie M. Turner Monroe McDonough Brent & Morales, PLLC, 2500 N. Tucson Blvd., Suite 140, Tucson, AZ 85716, (520) 325-2000 Voice, (520) 886-3527 Fax, Heidi Rib Brent, Esq., State Bar No. 09625/PCBA No. 65775, Email: hbrent@mmbmazlaw.com, Attorneys for Personal Representative In The Superior Court Of The State Of Arizona In And For The County Of Gila In the Matter of the Estate of: Bessie M. Turner Date of Birth: September 17, 1917 Deceased. No. PB 201500100 Notice To Creditors Notice Is Hereby Given that Frances Rae Boccardo has been appointed as Personal Representative of this Estate. All persons having claims against the Estate are required to present their claims within four months after the date of the first publication of this notice or the claims will be forever barred. Claims must be presented by delivering or mailing a written statement of the claim to the Personal Representative, Frances Rae Boccardo, c/o Heidi Rib Brent, 2500 N. Tucson Blvd., #140, Tucson, Arizona 85716.

Dated this 10th day of November 2015. Monroe McDonough Brent & Morales, PLLC By: /s/ Heidi Rib Brent, Attorneys for Personal Representative.

15986 11/20, 11/24, 11/27 Notice Of Publication Articles Of Organization Have Been Filed In The Office Of The Arizona Corporation Commission For Name: SLS Contracting LLC. L-20-45410-2. II The address of registered office is: 1102 N William Tell Circle, Payson AZ 85541.

The name and address of the Statutory Agent is: National Contractor Services Corporation, 1010 E Jefferson St Phoenix AZ 85034. III Management of limited liability company is reserved to the members. The names and addresses of each person who is a member are: Jonathan Mark Lucero, 1102 N William Tell Circle, Payson AZ 85541, member; Laura Anne Sparks, 1102 N William Tell Circle, Payson AZ 85541, member.

15987 11/20,11/24, 11/27/2015 NOTICE (for publication)

LEGAL NOTICES Articles of Organization have been filed in the office of the Arizona Corporation Commission for: I. Name: TRANSATLANTIC HOLDINGS, LLC #L-2041889-0 II. The address of the known place of business is: 1002 North Geneva Circle, Payson, AZ 85541 III. The name and street address of the Statutory Agent is: Carlos Castro Esq. 1100 E. Washington St. #200 Phoenix, AZ 85034 A. (x) Management of the limited liability company is vested in a manager or managers. The names and addresses of each person who is a manager AND each member who owns a twenty percent or greater interest in the capital or profits of the limited liability company are; Steven S. Bunch, 1002 N. Geneva Circle, Payson, AZ 8554, Manager.

15988 11/201/2015 LEGAL NOTICE The Town of Payson Planning & Zoning Commission will hold a public hearing at 3:00 P.M., Monday, December 7, 2015 on the application listed below.

P15-013, An application filed by Paul & Diana Sexton and Rex C & Alicia Sexton to rezone from R3-MH Multifamily Residential to C-2 Commercial a 1.78 acre property located at 109 E. McKamey Street, Gila County Tax Parcel 304-03-086A to allow for the development of a Recreational Vehicle Park.

A15-006, An application filed by the Town of Payson to abandon a portion of the Chaparral Pines Drive right of way to allow for the construction of an elk fence on the private property on the west side of the roadway, within the Chaparral Pines Subdivision.

All meetings are held in the Town Council Chambers at 303 North Beeline Highway. All interested persons are invited to attend this hearing and comment on the proposed requests. Materials relating to the above-referenced hearing items are available at the Town of Payson website, www.paysonaz.gov or at the Community Development Department at 303 N. Beeline Highway, Payson, Arizona 85541, a minimum of 48 hours prior to the scheduled hearing. This department welcomes written comments at the address listed above.

The Town of Payson endeavors to make all public meetings accessible to persons with disabilities.

With 48 hours advance notice, special assistance can also be provided for sight and/or hearing impaired persons at public meetings. Please call 474-5242 (voice) or 472-6449 (TDD) to request an accommodation to participate in the meeting.

PUBLISH PAYSON ROUNDUP: November 20, 2015 Sheila DeSchaaf, Planning & Development Director 15989 11/20, 11/24, 11/27/2015 SUPERIOR COURT OF ARIZONA GILA COUNTY in the Matter of The Estate of Jody John Janssen (X) an Adult Case Number PB201400111 NOTICE TO CREDITORS OF INFOMRAL APPOINTMENT OF PERSONAL REPRESENTATIVE AND/OR INFOMRAL APPOINTMENT OF A WILL NOTICE IS GIVEN THAT: 1. PERSONAL REPRESENTATIVE: Elizabeth Barton has been appointed Personal Representative of this Estate on 11/24/2014. Address: 615 W. Main St Suite C Payson, AZ 85541 2. DEADLINE TO MAKE CLAIMS. All persons having claims against the Estate are required to present their claims within four months after the date of the first publication of this Notice or the claims will be forever barred. 3.NOTICE OF CLAIMS: Claims must be presented by delivering or mailing a written statement of the claim to the Personal Representative at 615 W. Main St. Suite C, Payson, AZ 85541 4. NOTICE OF APPOINTMENT: A copy of the Notice of Appointment is attached to the copies of this document mailed to all known creditors DATED: 1/17/15 Jo Ellen Vork Attorney for Jody John Janssen Estate

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Payson Roundup SPORTS Friday, November 20, 2015

Heizer back to lead mat program by

Keith Morris

roundup sports editor

When Payson High needed an athletic director a few years ago, Don Heizer stepped in and did the job.

So, when the school needed someone to take over as the head wrestling coach, Heizer figured, why not me?

Zach Lee stepped down after two seasons running the program because with a full-time job with the Forest Service, he simply didnâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t have the time it takes to run a successful wrestling program. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Three years ago when Casey Woodall left, we tried to find a new wrestling coach and werenâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t able to,â&#x20AC;? Heizer said. â&#x20AC;&#x153;We were fortunate enough to have Zach Lee step in. But he said â&#x20AC;&#x2DC;Iâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;m not going to have time to devote to it this year.â&#x20AC;&#x2122; â&#x20AC;&#x153;We tried to find someone but things didnâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t work out. I was having dinner with my wife (Pat) and she said, â&#x20AC;&#x2DC;Why donâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t you do it?â&#x20AC;&#x2122; I said, â&#x20AC;&#x2DC;Really? I never thought Iâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;d hear you say that.â&#x20AC;&#x2122;â&#x20AC;?

Thatâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s because of how much time coaching a team requires. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s a family affair,â&#x20AC;? he said. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Both of my daughters were wrestlerettes. Youâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;ll always see my wife and youngest daughter, Whitney, keeping score or running the clock.

And with a granddaughter whoâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;ll turn 2 in January, time is at a premium for the Heizers. â&#x20AC;&#x153;That was the big reason I was so surprised my wife said go be a wrestling coach,â&#x20AC;? Heizer said.

Heizer stepped down as the assistant wrestling coach in 2005 because of family health issues.

And heâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s thrilled to be back. â&#x20AC;&#x153;I never wanted to leave,â&#x20AC;? he said. â&#x20AC;&#x153;So I went in to see if theyâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;d have me.â&#x20AC;?

PHS athletic director Barry Cromer is glad Heizer threw his hat into the ring. â&#x20AC;&#x153;He has come back to the wrestling program to start to rebuild the tradition.â&#x20AC;?

Heizer couldnâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t be happier. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Iâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;m tickled to death to be back with these kids,â&#x20AC;? he said.

Heâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s relying on a couple of veteran coaches to help make it a smooth transition.

Former Payson wrestling head

coach Dave LaMotte, who has served as the assistant, remains with the coaching staff. So does former Longhorn state champion Rocky Berry. â&#x20AC;&#x153;The coaching staff is great,â&#x20AC;?

Heizer said. â&#x20AC;&#x153;So I can parcel out duties. I take care of logistics and planning, You wonâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t find a better technician than Dave LaMotte.

I come in and do conditioning.

And Rocky is great with kids and great with the fundraising.â&#x20AC;?

And former Longhorn wrestler Porter Wilbanks will serve as a volunteer assistant. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Porter is absolutely doing a great job,â&#x20AC;? Heizer said. â&#x20AC;&#x153;So we really have a great staff. And things work together in the benefit of the students.â&#x20AC;?

Heizer said heâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s looking forward to the season. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Weâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;re just excited about the young men who have chosen to come back and a variety of new students that have come in this year,â&#x20AC;? he said.

Heizer graduated from Indianola High in Iowa, where his father served as the football coach at Simpson College. He played football, wrestled and ran track.

He earned a bachelorâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s degree in secondary education from Northern Arizona University in 1974. He served as head wrestling coach at Pagosa Springs (Colo.) High for eight years (197583), leading the school to two state runner-up seasons.

He moved to Payson in 1987 and served as assistant wrestling coach until stepping down in 2005.

Dennis Pirch started the Payson High wrestling program in 1974 and coached the Longhorns to 10 state championships before retiring following the 2001 campaign.

Heizer said thereâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s definitely talent on the team this year that the coaches can work with.â&#x20AC;&#x153;If we help give them the motivation to be able to do it there could be the building of a foundation of returning to the days of old,â&#x20AC;? he said.

Heizer also serves as PHS counselor, ECAP coordinator and testing coordinator. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Iâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;ve got one more hat to put on,â&#x20AC;? he said with a smile. â&#x20AC;&#x153;So Iâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;ve got four bills on that hat.â&#x20AC;?

Grapplers hopeful From page 1B teams is pretty firm, thatâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s not going to be the case for the wrestling team, Heizer said. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Weâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;re not going to close the door,â&#x20AC;? he said. â&#x20AC;&#x153;If they come in later in the season they may not wrestle any of the official matches, but they can learn the sport and start to learn and create preparation for the next year.â&#x20AC;?

In addition to Vega, Keeney

and Macnab, juniors Brooks Randall and Jon Perry and sophomore Chris Johnson also wrestled last season.

Paysonâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s roster also includes junior Victor Olivera; sophomores Trent Cline, Taylor Johnson, Marco Vazquez and Angel Reyes; and freshmen Josh Bacon, Alan Cerna, Luis Diaz, Deven Gladden, Jason Lyons, Pierce Norman and Bryce Childress.

Man tries to shoot his age From page 1B age of 22. He missed shooting his age by 37 shots. At age 59, he shot a 63, still short by four shots. Phil Mickelson at age 43 shot 60 at the Phoenix Open, 17 points over his age. Young ball-busting pros in their 20s like Bubba Watson, Dustin Johnson and Rory McIlroy can drive 350 yards off the tee, but have zero chance. Nada. The best golfers might shoot their age in their mid-60s, but not before.

But for duffers like me, the feat only becomes possible as we approach 80. This is our game.

And it gets a easier every year.

Well, mathematically speaking. One small problem: Our bodies donâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t work as well as we get older. We get stiffer and slower.

Many of us get arthritis. Others get jerky (the yips). We get injured. We psych ourselves out.

While the goal becomes easier by one stroke every year, our abilities decline inexorably. Weâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;re in a race against time. Still, we hope the trajectory of age will intersect the curve of ability at some magical moment on one magical day: We will shoot our age.

Does it matter? Of course it does. Why do climbers try to reach the summit of a major peak or basketball players try to sink 20 free throws in a row? The possibility exists, so we want to do it. Besides, golfers can enjoy the great outdoors and â&#x20AC;&#x153;the wonderful, relaxing game of golfâ&#x20AC;? as my youngest son, a golfer, chides me.

What if I donâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t shoot my age this year? No problem. Next year,

I need only shoot 80. Granted, Iâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;m seeing a physical therapist now for muscle spasms in my back and will see my doctor next month about increasing arthritic pain in my right foot, knees, lower back and left hand. I also have some psychological problems when standing over a short putt. Can I shoot another 39 or even a 40 on the front nine when I am 80? Maybe so. Probably not.

So, I am determined to hit 40 on the back nine while I am still 79.

But I have a backup plan.

I vacationed in Southern Utah some weeks ago and played a tidy little par-26, nine-hole course, where I managed to shoot a 79 on 18 consecutive holes.

I did it. I shot my age! But does it count on a short course where par for 18 holes is 52?

Why not? There arenâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t actually any rules. No one told me I had to shoot my age on a par-71 18-hole course. I did no wrong. Now I can relax. Well, not exactly.

The back nine on the Payson Golf Course remains unconquered â&#x20AC;&#x201D; like the Summit of Everest, the English Channel, the Holy Grail.

After all, Iâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;m a 79-year-old man: My back spasms, my foot throbs, my hands ache but my pride remains.

So, duffers, letâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s go shoot our age! For glory, for bragging rights, for battered pride: We can do it. And if we fail? Will anyone care? Probably not.

Except me. Even though I know in my aging heart, itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s just a game, itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s just a game.

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Don Heizer coaches during Tuesdayâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s wrestling practice.

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