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Hottest year ever by

Peter Aleshire

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Photographer DJ Craig captured this image of fall color near Water Wheel on the East Verde. Rim Country’s late, warm fall this year is just one of the many oddities observed as 2016 goes down as the hottest year recorded — topping the mark set in 2015.

Average global temperatures are poised to set another record in 2016, including Arizona temperatures 3-4 degrees (F) above the long-term average.

A cold front moved through Rim Country this week and disrupted a long spell of above-normal temperatures in Arizona, but the unusually warm conditions should return this week.

The warming trend proved most extreme in the northern reaches of the Northern Hemisphere. While Arizona was mostly 2-4 degrees below normal, most of the interior U.S. states bordering Canada were 8-10 degrees above normal from December 2015 through February 2016, according to the National Center for Environmental Information.

• See 2016: Sets records, page 5

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For the past seven years, not one person who needed food has been turned away in Payson.

That is thanks in large part to the donations to the Payson Area Food Drive, which each year collects thousands of pounds of food to hold three local food banks over through the holiday season and into the year.

Last year, the drive collected $55,000 and nearly 30,000 pounds of food. This year backers hope to match that outpouring between Nov. 17 and Super Bowl Sunday, Feb. 5.

On Thursday, the Payson Town Council proclaimed December PAFD Action Month.

Charles Proudfoot heads up the ad hoc committee for the PAFD and manages the Community Presbyterian Church food bank.

Thanks to the generous donations of the community every year, everyone who has needed food has been served, he said.

“That is a remarkable record! We want to thank you in advance for taking care of every hungry mouth in the Rim Country,” he said. “Let us keep up the great and fantastic work. We are a community; we live together; we all care for each other. Join us for a successful food drive this year.”

Together, the Community Presby­ terian Church, St. Vincent de Paul and Pine food banks serve 2,600 to 2,800 people every month.

“It is not easy to come to a pantry and say, ‘I am hungry,’” he said.

In October, Payson Realtors held a food drive for the third year. They collected $15,500 and 4,200 pounds of food, far exceeding what they collected last year, $5,900 and 2,600 pounds of food.

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A real beard & real tears of joy in a season for giving & loving

Go ahead, give his stomach a pat. Tug his beard a little. You’ll find it’s as real as Santas come. There isn’t anything fake about Roger Freeman, Payson’s very own Santa Claus, especially not his spirit.

From the sparkle in his eyes to the tear rolling down his cheek when he remembers a special needs child who told him repeatedly, “I love you Santa,” Freeman and his wife Jo, or Mrs. Claus, exude so much magic they can turn anyone back into a believer.

The Freemans will make their annual appearance as Mr. and Mrs. Claus Nov. 25 at the Swiss Village Christmas Lightning event, stationed inside the State Farm office at 714 N. Beeline Highway.

They won’t turn any child away, no matter how long it takes to hear each and every wish.

Last year, they saw some 300 children at the event, which also features bounce houses, food, games, Christmas crafts and plenty of shopping at the Swiss Village Shops, which will sparkle under the hundreds of strands of twinkling lights.

They will also attend the inaugural Rubber Ducky Race at Green Valley Park on Dec. 10, arriving in a Native Air helicopter. A team of Harley drivers will then pull their sleigh.

Roger, now 73, didn’t set out to become Santa. It’s something that found him.

• See Santa’s coming to town, page 2

With only a few more weeks left as mayor, Kenny Evans said the town has more than two dozen projects still in the works.

Speaking at the Tea Party meeting Nov. 15, Evans said the three new council members, existing councilors and residents need to step forward to make sure these projects stay on track.

Many of the projects began during the 8.5 years Evans served as Payson’s mayor, including efforts to bring resilient broadband to the area after Kenny Evans a series of outages. Other projects, like the C.C. Cragin project began before he took office, but Evans helped see through.

Evans handed out a list of projects in the pipelines and said he could discuss any of the issues. One of the first questions was about the status of the C.C. Cragin pipeline project.

Evans said with the pipeline and water lines are 60 percent complete, the project remains ahead of schedule and under budget. He said the project, the biggest reclamation project in the state currently, should be complete by spring 2018. Crews are currently installing water lines on Houston Mesa Road and will soon build a water treatment facility near Mesa del Caballo.

• See Mayor Evans, page 5

Payson school district ponders specifics of civics test by

Michele Nelson

roundup staff reporter

The Payson Unified School District Governing Board had concerns about the mandatory civics test needed for graduation at its meeting on Nov. 14.

Last year, the Arizona Legislature passed a law requiring every graduating Arizona high school senior to pass the same test immigrants take for citizenship.

At the same time, the Legislature allowed each district to decide how it will prepare the students to pass the test.

Superintendent Greg Wyman asked

the board to pass a resolution on PUSD’s process for the civics test.

Students must pass the test with a 60 percent or higher, but Wyman had a proposal to incentivize high school students — who he said might not try hard since the test does not affect a student’s grade point average or ability to get into a college.

“Kids who receive an 85 percent or higher would receive a ‘highly proficient’ on their report cards,” said Wyman.

He said the district plans to give the test to sophomores, juniors and seniors this year, plus eighth-graders.

If the eighth-grade students pass the civics test “they don’t have to take it again,” he said. But board member Shirley Dye worried students so young need to have the information reinforced.

“Eighth-grade students are 13 or 14 years old, I just think there needs to be something else in there when you don’t have much of a world view.

There needs to be a ninth-grade history class,” she said.

Payson High School Principal Brian Mabb said high school students take at least two years of history, including World and American history. They

then take a half-year each of government and economics.

Wyman reminded the board existing classes already reinforce material taught in existing classes.

“You may have a kid taking an AP (advance placement) class that is more rigorous,” said Wyman. “Most of (the classes) will rehash and re-cover what’s on the test.”

Angie Prock had additional questions. “If that (test) would show up on their transcript — how would it affect their GPA?” she asked.

Wyman said the test would not affect a student’s grade point average

as the requirement to pass the test has not spread across the country.

“There happens to be 15 to 18 states with this legislation. The goal is to have all 50 states have it in there,” he said. “I don’t believe it will hold that much sway over someone who is trying to get into a particular college.”

Wyman said he thinks students should take the test as often as they need to pass.

That prompted board president Barbara Underwood to hope for the best. “I would be so excited and thrilled if our eighth-graders pass it the first time around,” she said.

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Teresa McQuerrey

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The holidays are at hand and so is the need for extra help from the community to assist the less fortunate, with pleas for volunteers and donated turkeys in Payson, Pine and Strawberry.

The Pine Strawberry Food Bank needs at least 150 turkeys and other foodstuffs for needy families.

Contributors may drop their turkeys at the Ponderosa Market in Pine.

Those having more than one turkey to donate should call Marti Heinert at 480-296-4337 to have them picked up.

The Pine Strawberry Holiday Food Bank distribution for Thanksgiving has already taken place, but the Christmas distribution will be on Tuesday, Dec. 20.

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Bank distributions are held on the first Tuesday of each month.

Those struggling to put food on the table should explore the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP), formerly food stamps, which provides healthy food to low-income families with children and vulnerable adults.

For more information, go to: https:// www.benefitscheckup.org Turkey Tuesday Rim residents are invited to donate a turkey, non-perishable food items or cash from 7 a.m. to 6 p.m., today, Tuesday, Nov. 22 at Bashas’ in Payson.

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Community groups this year will serve up free turkey dinners to the needy or the lonely on Thanksgiving.

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Gila County Board of Supervisors on Nov. 15 awarded, Woodson Engineering & Surveying of Flagstaff a $71,940 contract to provide pre-design services that will include how to make the best use of the available property and existing buildings.

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While in his 30s, Roger grew out a handlebar mustache and then decided to go for a beard. It wasn’t just any beard.

Roger groomed it, curled it and sprayed it with Paul Mitchell hairspray to get it just right.

One day, a friend on the Huntington Beach school board asked Roger if he could sit in as Santa at the school in a class for special education students. He didn’t have a suit, so Roger reluctantly said yes. The Freemans got Roger an outfit together they thought was sufficient and Roger set out, not quite sure what he would say or do. He didn’t yet have his sleigh or reindeer team together.

When he came home, Jo ran out to the driveway to see how things had gone.

Roger said he had never felt so much heartfelt love in any one place.

“I had just had more hugs in three hours than any man deserves in a lifetime.”

Roger continued to visit the school every year for some time.

While they lived in Orange County, a neighbor, who was also an actor, said their agent was looking for a Santa. Roger agreed to do the gig and was hooked.

He attended the University of Santa Claus.

Then while at the grocery store, a man asked if he would consider joining the Fraternal Order of Real Bearded Santas, an invitation-only group. Roger accepted.

Jo, meanwhile, would sometimes work alongside Roger as an elf. She would talk to children while they waited in line and watch Roger work.

Eventually, she adopted the role of Mrs. Claus.

For the past 40 years, starting around the end of October, the Freemans have dusted off their red outfits with white fur trim, black boots and Roger’s large Santa belt and set off on various appearances.

The couple says it is the best job in the world because it is not a job at all.

“Our cheeks hurt so much at the end of the day from smiling,” she said.

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Staff reviewed the proposals and gave Woodson the top score among the five contenders.

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Mr. and Mrs. Claus say the best thing about Christmas remains the number of happy kids you get to have sit on your lap.

One thing that always makes them smile is remembering some of the children that have visited them through the years.

One boy sat on Roger’s lap every year as a child when he worked at a Valley mall.

When the Freemans moved to Payson, Jo was talking with a woman about Roger being Santa. The woman showed her pictures of her son on Santa’s lap. It was Roger.

The boy, now an adult, was getting ready to go fight overseas. Before he left, the Freemans met with him and Roger made him sit on his knee again. Luckily, that man returned safely.

Another time, a family asked if Roger could do a home visit with their child, who had special needs. The Freemans didn’t know if they could fit it into their busy schedule, but found a small window when they could pop in. When they arrived, the look on the child’s face when he saw Santa was priceless.

“He kept saying, ‘I love you Santa,’” Jo said, tearing up, along with Roger.

They visited with the family for some

time and then left. The parents later told them how much it had meant to them and their child. Sadly, before the next Christmas came, the child had died.

Roger said the love he receives is just phenomenal. That is why every year he makes as many appearances as he can and has no plans to put up his boots any time soon. He estimates roughly 3,000 children have sat on their laps.

One year, just two weeks after a massive heart attack, Roger and Jo were back in the Electric Light Parade in Payson.

Some people worried it was too soon for Roger to be back out.

“I knew not doing it would kill him,” Jo said.

As they rode through the parade, people applauded and held their hands over their hearts. The Freemans cried happy tears the whole way through the parade.

This year marks the Freemans’ 11th year in the parade.

Roger said he makes it through the busy holiday season on plenty of milk and cookies.

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The Chevron station next to Fargo’s has invested in a high-end, full service car wash — that even lets the kids blast the car as it goes through with nozzles spraying soapy water. curtain that helps spread a wax spray evenly over a vehicle, a tire buffer, undercarriage sprayer and heavy duty dryers.

Basic washes start at $6 and go up to $12. For those that opt to dry their vehicle themselves, tenants will hand out a free shammy, or towel, and six vacuum bays out back are free to use.

For those looking for full service, the station has hired nine detailers. Several of the detailers went to California for training and are certified. For $14.99, detailers will towel dry, wipe down the dash, clean the windows and vacuum out a vehicle (that includes the wash).

For $29.99, they will wipe down all the trim, interior and exterior, apply a cream conditioner and dress the tires.

Rim Wash also offers full service details, including hand waxing, vinyl top conditioning, scratch removal, headlight restoration, glass repair, paint repair, upholstery cleaning and

hand washes, featuring only micro fiber cloths. Dugan said their hand wash option is great for classic cars.

In all, the whole system cost some $2 million to install and that is on top of the million Dugan and his partner have already invested in the station, expanding the beer and wine cooler, remodeling the bathrooms, adding beer taps and a drive-thru window.

Dugan said they didn’t want to skimp on the improvements and put in only the best equipment and products.

The car wash has a water reclaim system that recycles some of the water for the soap cycle and the wastewater is sent through a charcoal filter system and properly disposed of. All of the soaps are water based and the sanitary district has tested all of the products and certified the system.

“We felt strongly that we had to do this right,” Dugan said, saying they wanted to

give Payson residents the same experience they find at the Chevron stations they own in the Valley.

While vehicles are being cleaned, the owners wanted to make sure customers were comfortable and have set up a seating area on the side of the tunnel, complete with windows to watch the vehicles go through. There is also a small dog park out back complete with a wind chime.

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Brace yourself — your kids are really going to want to wash the car. Just don’t get caught in the crossfire as they fire off soap from the spray gun at Chevron’s new automated car wash.

As vehicles pass through the new wash tunnel, there is a soap gun installed outside a viewing window for children of all ages to shoot the cars with soap as they pass.

When the car wash opened Nov. 11, a tenant unknowingly stepped back into the tunnel just far enough for a child manning the gun to spray them. It is a mistake they won’t soon forget, said Chevron Rim Wash co-owner Shawn Dugan.

Dugan and his business partner have thought about just everything you could need when you get your car washed and a whole lot more you didn’t know you wanted.

After watching cars line up to use the automatic car wash across the street at their competitor, Dugan said they made a plan to add their own car wash with a few things the other station wasn’t offering.

They recently unveiled the new set-up, at 706 E. Highway 260, offering free car washes during Veterans Day weekend.

In three days, they washed some 1,000 cars.

Dugan said many people were happy to see they have another choice when it comes to getting their car cleaned.

The tunnel, designed by A and C Vehicle Wash, features 70 feet of car shining magic Dugan said you won’t find anywhere else in the state.

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If you are going to go out, go out with a bang — or in this case — a sparkle.

After 32 years, Payson Jewelers held a massive going out of business sale Thursday, with every item drastically marked down.

The tiny shop next to Pizza Factory was packed with people looking for a bargain and those saying goodbye to owners Melissa and Robert Higginbotham.

The Higginbothams opened the shop in 1984 and were known for their reliable service, quality products, customer service and philanthropy.

Every year, the couple donated to dozens of organizations and installed watch batteries in countless watches for the local nonprofit thrift stores.

“We thank the community for all of these years,” Robert said. “Because you supported us we could support the community.”

Melissa said the decision to close was a difficult one and they “cried many tears” after devoting many long hours to growing the business and caring for their customers.

Melissa, 66, and Robert, 61, said they ultimately decided they needed more time to spend with their ailing parents.

They also have two children and two grandchildren they want to see more often.

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• Nov. 23, 1859: The infamous Western outlaw known as “Billy the Kid” is born in a poor Irish neighborhood on New York City’s East Side. Before he was shot dead at age 21, Billy reputedly killed 27 people in the American West.

• Nov. 22, 1963: John F. Kennedy, the 35th president of the United States, is assassinated while traveling through Dallas in an Lincoln convertible. Lee Harvey Oswald allegedly fired three shots from the sixth floor of the Texas School Book Depository Building.

• Nov. 21, 1980: Some 350 million people worldwide tune in to find out who shot J.R. in the primetime drama “Dallas.” Full of schemes and moral excess, the long-running series revolved around the tale of two Texas oil families.

• Nov. 20, 1993: The U.S. Senate passed the Brady Bill and legislation implementing NAFTA.

The indefatigable Payson Mayor Kenny Evans is spending his final months in office trying to pass along the long list of tasks he took on in more than eight years as our mayor.

The list is as formidable as his energy and boundless as his efforts on behalf of the community to which he remains so devoted.

One of the most important projects may actually wrap up in the anticipated lame duck session of Congress, although the political earthquake that has fractured Washington may not leave time for mundane things like running the country and helping the voters.

Evans has spent years working closely with the Tonto Apache Tribe seeking a settlement to a decades-long effort by the tribe to secure water rights. The deal hammered out so far would give the tribe rights to enough water from the C.C. Cragin pipeline to fund many ambitious development plans for the newly expanded reservation land. In return, the tribe would renounce claims to the over-subscribed Colorado River and the federal government would contribute as much as $7.5 million to the completion of the $50 million pipeline project.

The deal would settle long-denied claims, cut water bills for Payson residents and give the tribe water to develop its land and secure its future economic health.

Mayor Evans hopes Sen. Jeff Flake and Sen. John McCain will advance a bill to accept the negotiated settlement in Congress before the next session — since almost all Indian water rights settlements have slipped through in such lame duck sessions.

The extraordinary patience it has taken to help produce such a complex deal underscores the great service Kenny Evans has rendered to this community.

Of course, much public attention has focused on his heroic, but still unsuccessful, effort to find a university partner willing to build a four-year university here. We still have hope the backers will find such a partner, although ASU has proven frustratingly coy. But no matter what ends up on the 253acre parcel purchased from the Forest Service, Mayor Evans has earned the gratitude of everyone living in Payson for his long, stubborn effort to surmount the seemingly unending obstacles to his dream.

But in the meantime, he has spent countless hours on scores of projects. He led the council through the financial trauma of the recession, he led the effort to complete the financing and approvals of the C.C. Cragin pipeline project, he helped engineer the sale of Payson Regional Medical Center to Banner Health that turned the MHA Foundation into a major community charity, he worked patiently and persistently to recruit new businesses and he played a key role in the success of the community food drive and a host of other worthy community efforts.

We hope his fellow citizens will make sure he knows how much they appreciate his dedicated public service — and his refusal to give up, no matter the difficulties.

Fortunately, incoming Mayor Craig Swartwood and the new and re-elected council members have also shown their devotion to the community.

We’re confident they’ll pick up the torch Mayor Evans has carried so long and so well.

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Importance of Affordable Care Act for rural America Tom Vilsack

In March 2010, President Obama signed the historic Affordable Care Act (ACA) into National Rural Health Day brings atten- law, helping to build a better quality of life tion to the unique challenges and oppor- for rural communities by lowering health care costs, providing more choices, enhanctunities for health and well-being in rural ing quality of care, and guaranteeing access communities. As we recognize these chalto care for all. The ACA ended discriminalenges and celebrate the gains we tion against people with pre-existhave made in improving health in ing conditions, and it eliminated rural America, I want to remind annual caps on benefits and lifeindividuals and families in rural time limits. areas that the health care Health One-fifth of America’s populaInsurance Marketplace open tion lives in rural communities, enrollment period is happenbut just 10 percent of doctors pracing now, and affordable health tice there. The ACA is addresscare coverage is available on ing this challenge by expanding HealthCare.gov. resources for community health When it comes to health care, centers, where 11.4 million rural Tom Vilsack rural Americans have historicalAmericans get access to primary ly faced fewer options and more and preventive care. Here at USDA, we have limited access. Many rural families don’t invested more than $3 billion since 2009 to have access to affordable health insur- strengthen health infrastructure in rural ance through an employer because they areas, building rural hospitals and health are self-employed as farmers, ranchers, or clinics and expanding access to health care business owners and entrepreneurs. The in remote rural areas through telemedicine. average rural family used to pay nearly 50 Since the ACA’s passage, 20 million percent of all health costs out of pocket. Americans now have health insurance who When the recession made times particular- didn’t have it before, and we’ve seen the ly tough, many families faced the painful national uninsured rate decline to under choice of paying higher costs or forgoing 9 percent — the lowest it has ever been. needed care.

Thanks to provisions that created insurby

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ance Marketplaces and facilitated Medicaid expansion, rural individuals have seen large coverage gains under the ACA; the portion of rural Americans with insurance has increased by about 8 percentage points.

Among rural individuals, the share without access to a personal physician has dropped by 3.4 percentage points, and the share unable to afford needed care has dropped by nearly 6 percentage points.

But many rural Americans still need health insurance. Fortunately, about 2.6 million uninsured rural Americans are potentially eligible for Marketplace coverage. Eighty-eight percent of them (2.3 million people) may qualify for tax credits to help them afford their premiums. Even with higher premium growth this year, premiums for Marketplace coverage in 2017 will be roughly in line with, or a little below, what the Congressional Budget Office predicted when the law passed. Most consumers will be able to select a plan for $75 or less per month thanks to financial assistance.

We are headed in the right direction, but we still have work to do. Marketplace enrollment began Nov. 1 and runs until Jan. 31, with Dec. 15 being the deadline for coverage that starts Jan. 1. I encourage you to check out your options at HealthCare.gov today and get covered.

Game and Fish manages all wildlife in the public trust by

Edward Madden

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The Arizona Game and Fish Department conserves and protects Arizona’s diverse wildlife and promotes safe, compatible outdoor recreation. That’s our mission and we have a long history of successfully managing all 800-plus wildlife species in Arizona.

Political special interest groups that disagree with the Arizona Game and Fish Commission’s wildlife conservation mission are complaining because we don’t buy into their political agenda. Our message to agenda-driven ideologues: Work with us.

Listening to the critics, you wouldn’t know that the Game and Fish Commission and the Department (AZGFD) invest more than $6 million annually into projects benefiting threatened/endangered species and other non-hunted wildlife. That’s $6 million in on-the-ground conservation, improving the lives of Arizona’s wildlife. We’ll work with any group that will lend a hand.

Because we collaborated with a coalition of bald eagle advocates, Arizona’s bald eagles are now plentiful enough to have been delisted from the federal Endangered Species list in 2007. Since delisting, the breeding population has increased by 30 percent, and the average annual fledgling count has gone from 21 in the 1990s to 55 since 2010. This year, a record 65 pairs of adult eagles produced 78 hatchlings.

Endangered Sonoran pronghorn were on the brink of disappearing from the U.S. by 2002, with only 21 remaining in southwest Arizona. Active management by AZGFD and our partners has increased Arizona’s

Hot times

So, here’s one late-breaking tidbit that didn’t fit into our story reporting that 2016 was the hottest year ever recorded — topping even 2015, which now ranks as the second-hottest year.

The polar night has settled over the Arctic, but not the normal super-cold temperatures that normally attend that long, gloom over the North Pole.

The North Pole right now is a shocking 36 degrees warmer than usual. The sea ice that forms every year as winter sets in remains at a record-low extent.

Apparently, the lack of sea ice has warmed up the normally covered stretch of ocean while kinks in the jet stream have allowed warm air to move much further north than normal.

All this comes as Donald Trump prepares to assume leadership of the leading producer of greenhouse gases — that would be us. Trump has called global warming a “hoax,” apparently cooked up by the Chinese to weaken our economy. He has vowed to pull out of the global climate change treaty intended to limit heat-trapping pollutants. By some counts, this will make him the only one among 195 world leaders surveyed who flatly rejects the warming trend — and some human role in the problem.

The Chinese this week took strong exception to Trump’s comments. Sadly, one of President Obama’s signature achievements has been convincing the Chinese to participate in the global warming treaty — which dedicated the No. 1 and No. 2 polluters on the planet to solving the problem.

In the meantime, the North Pole should set some temperature records right before Christmas. Looks like sweat shop conditions for the elves. Which brings up the question: Donald Trump doesn’t believe in climate change — but does he believe in Santa Claus?

herd to more than 350 Sonoran pronghorn, and even more in Mexico.

In 1998, there were no Mexican wolves in the wild in Arizona and New Mexico. Since then, AZGFD has dedicated significant staff and financial resources to bring the wolf back while working to build social tolerance in local communities. By collaborating with the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service and other agencies, Arizona and New Mexico now host 97 known collared wolves and 18 packs, with 42 natural-born offspring last year alone.

We also put substantial resources into recovering native fish species with proactive conservation efforts that can reverse the need to list them as endangered. Since 2006, we’ve conducted 300 native fish stockings at 130 sites, helping 18 native species and fostering 112 new native fish populations.

California condors, on the brink of extinction by the early 1980s, now number nearly 430, more than half of which live wild in Arizona, Utah, California, and Mexico.

Their comeback got an assist from Arizona hunters who voluntarily use non-lead ammo in condor country.

Many other species — desert bighorn sheep, black-footed ferrets, Apache trout, Gould’s turkeys, Chiricahua leopard frogs, and black-tailed prairie dogs to name a few — have benefited from collaborative on-the-ground conservation. We’ve achieved successes because we work with partners who roll up their sleeves and put boots on the ground.

The Department will cooperate with any group that values and works toward on-the-ground conservation ... We just have

difficulty with organizations that focus their resources on rhetoric-laden fundraising letters, scare tactics and litigation.

Conservation, like everything in life, only happens when you do the work.

Edward “Pat” Madden is the Chairman of the Arizona Game and Fish Commission.

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Elks say thanks Editor: The Payson Elks Lodge would like to thank the following merchants for their generosity with donations made toward our very successful Veterans Day program: Brook’s Entertainment, Culver’s, Fargo’s, Gerardo’s, Macky’s, Outcast and the Payson Roundup. The ceremony by the Payson Military Honor Guard was beautiful and poignant, the dinner was delicious, and the trivia contest was entertaining.

We also apologize to all veterans who were not able to get tickets for our program.

With events such as this we must assign a cutoff date for ticket sales in order to purchase the proper amount of food and arrange for seating for everyone. Please plan accordingly for our future events.

Again we would like to say thank you to all veterans for the sacrifices they made and tell you, “As long as there are veterans, the Elks will never forget them.”

Kim Riley, veterans chair Payson Elks Lodge

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2016: Sets records as hottest year ever recorded From page 1 Globally, the temperature averaged about 1.58 degrees above the average for the baseline period of 1961-90 and about 2-3 degrees above the estimated average from before the industrial revolution.

The concentration of carbon dioxide in the atmosphere rose from the 2015 record high in recorded times of about 398 parts per million to about 401 parts per million, a sharp one-year increase.

The 17 hottest years on record globally have all occurred since 1998, with 2015 and 2016 setting the record since the start of consistent record-keeping.

The World Meteorological Organi­ zation reported the record-setting temperatures, noting that the warming effect of a strong El Niño combination of ocean currents and sea-surface temperatures contributed to the global

heat wave.

The report pointed out that the Arctic sea ice remains at record low levels and the already shrunken Greenland ice sheet started its seasonal melting much earlier than normal.

After several years of above-normal extent, Antarctic sea ice fell to a near normal extent by the start of 2016, began its seasonal shrinkage a month sooner than normal and remained well below its normal extent in October.

Global sea levels rose by about 15 millimeters between November 2014 and February 2016, about five times the average since 1993. The El Niño event likely accounted for a significant portion of that rise.

Studies by WMO and the U.S. National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration linked a variety of effects to the rising temperatures, including a large number of “extreme”

weather events, like severe drought, hurricanes and floods.

Canada suffered its largest wildfire in history, which virtually destroyed Fort McMurray in Alberta, consuming 2,400 buildings and causing $4-6 billion in damages, according to the World Meteorological Organization report, posted on the website of ScienceDaily.

The single most devastating event was Hurricane Matthew, which killed 546 people in Haiti. But a flood in China killed 310 people and inflicted $14 billion in damages.

The report estimated that the extreme weather events displaced an estimated 19 million people in 2016 and affected at least 60 million, according to the Food and Agriculture Organization, an agency of the United Nations.

One survey by the Bulletin of the American Meteorological Society of 79

studies of individual extreme weather events between 2011 and 2014, half linked the weather disaster to human-induced climate change.

In the United States, the average winter temperature was 36.8 F, about 4.6 F above the 20th century average, according to a report by the National Centers for Environmental Information. The average minimum winter temperature was 4.9 degrees above normal. All told, 46 states had above average winter temperatures — including Arizona.

Rainfall proved more variable. On average, winter precipitation in the U.S. was 8.05 inches, about 1.26 inches above the 20th century average. The year ranked as the 12th wettest since 1997-98.

On the other hand, Arizona had a somewhat drier winter than normal.

The rest of the year mostly fol-

lowed the pattern, with temperatures 1-3 degrees above normal in Arizona and most of the southern half of the country. However, temperatures were mostly 5 degrees above normal in the states bordering Canada.

Overall, almost every state in the U.S. had average temperature “much above normal” for the year. Eight states set all-time record average temperatures.

The Western Regional Climate Center issued the following highlights for 2016 in the western United States: • El Niño proved much drier than normal in Southern California and Arizona, but delivered above-average rainfall in western Washington, northern Idaho and Montana.

• February brought much higher than normal temperatures throughout the West, with Phoenix recording its second-hottest February ever.

Mayor Evans lists major projects From page 1 On the topics of roads, Evans said the town used to spend $500,000 a year maintaining the 105 miles of blacktop, re-surfacing every road every seven years. When the recession hit, the town abandoned the maintenance schedule. The town barely had $25,000 to spend on potholes.

Then voters approved a halfcent sales tax and the town began receiving an injection of money from the county. Now the town sees about $70,000 a month through the tax and has began slurry-sealing roads again.

Plans to widen and improve East Bonita Street are underway and Manzanita Street was recently completed.

At the Tonto Apache Tribe, efforts are underway to get the Tonto Apache Water Settlement through Congress. Evans said they hope to see it finally go through after a 73-year fight with this lame duck session, which is the only time water settlements get through.

The proposal would give the tribe rights to water delivered through the C.C. Cragin pipeline. The tribe has doggedly sought a settlement from the federal government for years.

The deal could result in federal payment of a million of dollars to offset the cost of the C.C. Cragin pipeline — which would give the tribe plenty of water to serve future development on

PAYSON PROJECTS • Tonto water settlement • C.C. Cragin water project • Forest Service Fire Management Plan • Mexican gray wolf re-introduction • Fossil Creek management • Forest Travel manage ment plan • Mountain biking initiative • Widening of Lion Springs highway intersection • Broadband reliability • Street maintenance • Tonto Natural Bridge • Payson Area Food Drive the recently expanded reservation.

Of course, no question and answer session with Evans could pass without an inquiry into the state of plans to bring a university to Payson.

Evans said backers are wrapping up construction of an entry off State Route 260 into the property and hoped to start bringing trucks back into the property to begin work on two dorms and a teaching facility.

He maintained the complex would be a “multi-university” that would include classes on robotic mining and rural health care.

Besides the university project, someone asked what other projects or businesses the town was working to bring in.

Evans said they have been very critical on the type of

• Substance Abuse Task Force • Community Garden • Veteran services • American Gulch • Event center enhancements • Military committee • Arizona League of Cities Tax Code Commission • Rural Workforce Task Force • Manufacturing recruitment • Business recruitment • Dispensary collection • Higher education initiative • Arizona BioScience Steering Committee new businesses that open in Payson. He said the town does not have the base to support a company that needs hundreds of employees, but can support businesses with 10-60 employees.

Asked how the Advanced Armament Tactical Concepts ammunition manufacturing facility at he airport was doing, Evans said he could not comment on it because the Roundup was in attendance.

Another resident asked about improvements on Main Street.

Evans said the town has a detailed plan, including re-working the American Gulch to provide a year-round waterway with bike and walking paths, a fishing program and businesses that face it on either side. But the project will

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cost millions more than the town can afford. He said only an investment by new development or existing businesses could finance the Gulch project.

Because Main Street is more than a mile long, Evans said it should be developed in quarter-mile kernels.

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Returning to the roots of medicine

From Integricare Do you remember back when you had a sore throat, cough and runny nose and you just went to the doctor? Maybe you called first, but you were able to see your provider on that same day or the following day.

What happened? Why has health care become so complicated and frustrating?

2017 will be no different. With the additional roll out of the Affordable Care Act of 2010 (Obamacare) this coming year, health care will continue to be unobtainable by many.

There are many reasons residents of our mountain town struggle to get the medical care that they need.

Most notably is the lack of enough primary care providers to meet their health care needs. There have been large changes with primary care providers in Payson over the past couple of years causing this shortage.

Cost is another limitation for residents in obtaining health care. With growing premium costs and high deductibles, many cannot afford to use their health insurance.

The expected premium increases for 2017

have left many unable to even afford a health care plan, leaving them uninsured.

After moving to Payson in 2012 and witnessing the struggles of her patients in this health care market, Suzanne Morse, MSN, APRN, decided to create a health care delivery system to help better meet the needs of Payson called Integricare.

She has selected staff that shares her same desires to provide health care for our community. They all have a vast amount of experience in the health care field from customer service, patient care and insurance billing.

Residents of Payson now have an option for health care that is both affordable and convenient. Integricare is a locally owned family practice clinic that is returning to the roots of medicine. Located up the hill from the Christian Clinic at 708 S. Coeur D’Alene Lane, Suite C, Integricare offers both walk-in appointments for acute illnesses such as bladder infection, strep throat, earache, and more, as well as scheduled appointments.

The office is open from 8 a.m. to 4 p.m., Monday through Friday and closed on all

major holidays.

The nurse practitioners offer a variety of services for a wide range of medical needs.

The staff also offers sports physicals, annual physicals, well woman exams, and Department of Transportation physicals among other services. It treats a large spectrum of chronic illnesses including, but not limited to hypertension, diabetes and high cholesterol.

There is special affordable pricing offered for those that do not have health insurance and are self-pay. There is no additional charge for same day service. Integricare also accepts Medicare, private insurances and is working with AHCCCS to provide those patients with care as well.

The entire staff is efficient, compassionate, and eager to help. Its goal is to alleviate the stress with medical services to keep you and your family healthy.

For further information or to schedule an appointment, please call Integricare at 928474-9719. You can also follow us on Facebook or at wwww.integricareAZ.com.

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Suzanne Morse, MSN, APRN, opened Integricare in Payson in early October 2016.

Medicare benefits for the terminally ill Getting the most out of your health care Cate Kortzeborn When I talk to people with Medicare about planning for the end of their lives, the statistic that always strikes me is this: If you ask people where they’d rather die — in a hospital or at home — 75 percent say at home and 25 percent say the hospital. But when you look at what actually happens, only 25 percent of people get to die at home, while 75 percent pass away in hospitals.

The only way you can ensure that your doctor understands your wishes is by talking about them. And now, Medicare will reimburse your doctor for that conversation.

This is called advance care planning. It’s designed to help people with Medicare learn about various options for end-of-life care; determine which types of care best fit their personal wishes; and share their wishes with their family, friends and physicians.

One option you can discuss with your doctor is hospice care. Hospice is intended to help terminally ill people live out their lives as comfortably as possible, usually in their own homes.

Hospice doesn’t focus on curing disease and it’s not only for people with cancer.

Medicare’s hospice benefit covers your care, and you shouldn’t have to go outside of hospice to get care except in rare situations. Once you choose it, your hospice benefit should cover everything you need.

If you qualify for hospice care, you and your family will work with your hospice provider to set up a plan of care that meets your needs.

You and your family members are the most important part of your medical team. Your team can also include doctors, nurses or nurse practitioners, social workers, physical and occupational therapists, speech-language pathologists, hospice aides, homemakers and volunteers.

A hospice nurse and doctor are on-call 24 hours a day, seven days a week to give you and your family support and care when you need it. You can also include your regular doctor or a nurse practitioner on your medical team to supervise your care.

Medicare’s hospice benefit allows you and your family to stay together in the comfort of by

your home, unless you need care in an inpatient facility. If your hospice provider determines that you need inpatient care, the provider will make arrangements for your stay.

To find a hospice provider, talk to your doctor or call your state hospice organization. The National Hospice and Palliative Care Organization has a website that allows you to look up local providers based on your zip code, at www.nhpco.org/find-hospice.

You can get hospice care if you have Medicare Part A (hospital insurance) and you meet these conditions: • Your hospice doctor and your regular doctor (if you have one) certify that you’re terminally ill, with a life expectancy of six months or less; • You accept palliative care (for comfort) instead of care to cure your illness; • You sign a statement choosing hospice care instead of other Medicare-covered treatments for your terminal illness and related conditions.

You have the right to stop hospice at any time. If you do so, you’ll go back to the type of Medicare coverage you had before you chose a hospice provider, like Original Medicare, a Medicare Advantage plan, or another type of Medicare health plan.

Depending on your illness and related conditions, the plan of care your hospice team creates can include doctor and nursing services; medical equipment (like wheelchairs and walkers); medical supplies (like bandages and catheters); prescription drugs; hospice aide and homemaker services; physical and occupational therapy; speech-language pathology services; social worker services; dietary counseling; grief and loss counseling for you and your family; short-term inpatient care (for pain and symptom management); and any other Medicare-covered services needed to manage your terminal illness and related conditions, as recommended by your hospice team.

For more information on Medicare’s hospice benefit, including costs, please go to: https://www.medicare.gov/Pubs/pdf/02154.pdf.

About the author Cate Kortzeborn is Medicare’s acting regional administrator for Arizona, California, Hawaii, Nevada, and the Pacific Territories.

You can always get answers to your Medicare questions by calling 1-800-MEDICARE (1-800633-4227).

From Integricare Today’s health care system is often times overwhelming to residents of our mountain community. As reimbursement decreases for providers, they must in turn see more patients per day in order to keep the clinic open. This is very unfortunate for those needing medical care. Patients are often told how much time that they will have with their provider. It is tough at times to put a time limit on your health care needs to get all the advice that you need to be healthy. Here are some helpful tips for the residents of Payson: Be proactive toward your health, do not be afraid to ask questions. After all it is your health and you have the right to understand. Do not be afraid to follow up with office staff for results or needs.

When preparing to see your provider, write down the questions that you want answered so that you don’t forget them once the provider is present. Often times the staff in the office can answer some those questions as well.

Be careful of the Internet, there is often incorrect information out there, use reputable websites to get questions answered. Do not use to self diagnose.

Find a provider that is compassionate about their patient’s well-being and one who takes the time to get to know their patients.

5. Always keep list of current medications that you are taking as well as list of allergies with you.

6. Pill organizers (pill box) can be very helpful to avoid medication errors and to know when it is time to call for medication refills or even to schedule follow up appointments.

7. If you have high blood pressure or diabetes keep track of those readings and take them to your appointments for your provider to have these numbers to evaluate the effectiveness of your treatment plan.

8. Medical offices are often understaffed and overworked. It is OK to be firm with your needs but a kind and courteous approach will be more effective in accomplishing needs. This will create a better working relationship between you and the office.

9. Make sure to schedule planned follow-ups ahead of time to be seen in a timely fashion. Use a calendar to keep track of important things related to your health.

Getting more out of your health care system: • Make sure to that you read the literature that is sent from your insurance company. There will be important information about changes to the plan, enrollment, and coverage.

It is up to the individual to be well informed on the plan. Failure to be aware can cause a lapse in coverage or more money out of your pocket.

• There are deadlines for changes and enrollment, make sure to note these on your calendar or to-do list.

• Use multiple resources when making your choice for the right insurance carrier. Make sure that you get unbiased, unsolicited information.

• Be aware of covered providers listed on the plan, often the list supplied by insurance companies are outdated and incorrect. Make sure to check with your provider’s office to see which plans that they participate with. They can also give insight on advantages or disadvantages of certain plans.

• Keep in mind that once selections are made on many plans it is difficult to change. You are often locked in for one year until next open enrollment period.

Self-help tips for better health: • Keep your body active and move more.

What you don’t use you will lose. Daily stretching and exercise is a must.

• Drink plenty of water each day, six to eight 8-ounce glasses.

• Take your medications on regular schedule as directed by your provider.

• Good hand washing will help prevent disease transmission especially now that we are entering cold and flu season. Small portable hand sanitizers are good for this.

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Myth of food, family & healing – or maybe there’s something there

As a kid, I remember getting dressed up to eat Thanksgiving dinner.

I hated it.

It was a day off from school. I wanted to play with my friends, ride my bike, and get dirty.

Instead, I had to help set the table, keep clean, then sit down and make small talk with relatives.

B.O.R.I.N.G. But then maybe that mealtime with family did more than just fill my belly and keep me from my friends.

Research from the University of Florida shows eating together with family increases bonds between family members, helps children to adjust to life, keeps family members at a healthier weight and reduces the risk of abusing alcohol and drugs.

Wow. What a list of benefits.

Of course, I always just mostly felt bloated after Thanksgiving, but who wouldn’t with stuffing, mashed potatoes and pumpkin pie on the menu?

On regular days, Mom always made dinner for my sister and me. On our plates, she put a protein, a vegetable, a salad and a starch — always the four food groups.

At dinner, Mom and Dad ate with Metro Creative Services photo us and we talked about our day — Families who gather together over a meal — be it a holiday feast like that many of us enjoy for Thanksgiving or a simple supper of something savory from a school activities, homework, plans for slow cooker with a salad and some hot bread — provides plenty of physical and mental health benefits, a chance to socialize and learn family traditions. the weekend — a blow up with a best friend.

Family dinners are also a great age the consumption of junk food.

Abuse reports that somewhere around younger children a sense of security Dinner at home nourished my body, 58 to 61 percent of teenagers say they and belonging to the family. time to teach social skills, manners I have no idea why ... maybe famhead and soul. ilies would prefer to grab something Other research indicates foods a and cooking skills. have at least five dinners per week I feel guilty now that my daughter with their family and that they enjoy family eats, how they eat and when I will never forget my mom con- quickly so they can see the show? is in high school I remember that Thanksgiving dinthey eat those connects children and stantly telling me to take my elbow off it. and pulled in so Usually when families to their cultural, ethnic and/ of the table. Sorry Mom — that one ners were shows unto their own. The The many different didn’t stick. My elbow just helps me Thanksgiving table was full of stories, we do eat togeth- or religious heritage. directions that Healthy And eating together allows families to keep my balance. (Insert a winking interesting costumes and we always er as a family, my we only rarely sit had a bet who would eat more — my daughter tells me to teach children about their family’s emoji face here). down for those Research done by the University dad or my Uncle Dave. it’s her favorite history. meals together Uncle Dave always won. I don’t I know at the Thanksgiving table I of Minnesota shows that family meals time of the day.

by Michele Nelson like my mom did The research learned about my grandparents rais- reduce risk behaviors in youth, such know where he put all that turkey, with me. as smoking, drinking, drug use and stuffing and pie! agrees. Columbia ing geese for Thanksgiving dinners.

Research, however, proves that University reports 71 percent of the All I know, I’m excited to pass My mom said turkeys used to be depression. more families are eating together than teens surveyed consider the talking/ difficult to grow. Geese were much The only warning the researchers on the Thanksgiving tradition to my believed. catching up time with family the easier. They also served as great have for families — avoid screen time daughters as well as eating healthy Columbia University’s National best part of dinners. Their research “guard dogs.” during dinner. meals together.

Center on Addiction and Substance also shows regular family meals give Huh. I’ve never had a goose.

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WALK-IN HEALTH CLINIC OFFERS AFFORDABLE FAMILY PRACTICE Photo by Sun Czar Belous, UACOM-Phx

Jim and Louisa Milstead of Phoenix are mentors to students from Northern Arizona University and the University of Arizona College of Medicine – Phoenix.

Mentors with chronic conditions work with state health profession students A one-year inter-professional mentorship program is bringing together health profession students from Northern Arizona University and the University of Arizona College of Medicine – Phoenix to better understand and improve the patient’s experience.

The Community Health Men­ tor Program, which launched in 2015, stresses the importance of an inter-professional approach in order to provide successful health care.

Each spring, approximately 200 students from NAU’s occupational therapy and physical therapy programs and UA’s Doctor of Medicine program in Phoenix are placed in teams which are assigned a community health mentor — an adult volunteer with a chronic medical condition or disability.

The students participate in meetings in the mentor’s home or living facility eight times over the course of a year to discuss his or her condition, nutrition and health care experience.

Students from NAU’s physician assistant studies and Arizona State University’s nutrition programs also participate in select team mentor visits. There are 48 teams and 60 mentors working together this year.

For the students, the program is an opportunity to learn from the mentor. Conditions of the mentors range from high blood pressure and arthritis to diabetes and Alzheimer’s, allowing the students to see how different and broad the experiences are for patients. The teams do not provide medical care, but share health education and community resources.

“There’s a personal connection the students can develop. They can see how the mentor changes and how a chronic condition impacts their life in a variety of ways,” said Sarah Coles, MD, assistant professor at the University of Arizona College of Medicine – Phoenix and co-principal investigator on the project. “It’s really a great opportunity to get to know someone and develop a meaningful relationship.”

“We consider the mentors the primary teachers. They provide feedback on how to improve and be better providers,” Coles said. “It’s what health care should be, the patient is the center of the team.”

Jim and Louisa Milstead, who have been mentors for two groups, said they enjoy the experience. “It’s nice to interact with young, bright students,” Louisa said. “It’s good for the soul.”

On a recent visit to the couple’s Phoenix home, the topic was nutrition, and the Milsteads opened their cupboards and refrigerator to the students so they could see what kinds of food they keep in their home.

“I’m sure we don’t eat as well as we should,” said Louisa, who told ASU nutrition student Brenda Alvarado that she buys cereal for her grandchildren who often visit. Both the Milsteads are very active despite Jim’s longtime diabetes and Louisa’s recent minor heart attack.

Third-year medical student Arianna Kousari said she loves the program because students get to spend time getting to know their mentors, but they also work as a team with students from other health care professions and universities.

“It has been interesting to see all that goes into the other professions, like the intricacies of taking a physical therapy assessment,” she said.

Lindsey Kohnert, M.Ed., and a Ph.D. candidate in occupational therapy at NAU, said the program has allowed her “to collaborate with and learn from peers studying in different disciplines, ones that OTs have traditionally not collaborated with in the past, especially at the collegiate level. I have had the opportunity to work with students from the physical therapy, physician assistant, MD and nutrition programs at NAU, UA and ASU.” The community health mentor program was recently recognized by the National Center for Interprofessional Education and Practice and is one of the first in Arizona to make the list.

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Turkey Tuesday

Saturdays: 9 a.m. to 3 p.m.

Mondays: 9 a.m. to 6 p.m.

Tuesdays: 9 a.m. to 7 p.m.

Wednesdays: 9 a.m. to 7 p.m.

Thursdays: 9 a.m. to 6 p.m.

Fridays: 9 a.m. to 3 p.m.

Closed Sundays and holidays.

welcome holidays at swiss village

Rim residents are invited to donate a turkey, non-perishable food items or cash from 7 a.m. to 6 p.m., Tuesday, Nov. 22 at Bashas’ in Payson.

St. Vincent de Paul volunteers will accept the donations. Additionally donations may be made to St. Vincent de Paul Food Bank on or before Nov. 22. Last year more than 300 turkey dinner boxes were distributed in Payson by the program. The need is expected to be greater this year. For more information, call 928-474-9104.

Medicare seminar

Civics test for graduation

Dr. Greg Wyman, superintendent of Payson Unified School District, will be guest speaker at the Payson Tea Party from 6 p.m. to 7:45 p.m., Tuesday, Nov. 22 at Tiny’s Family Restaurant, 600 E. Hwy. 260.

Wyman will share how the newly legislated American Civics Exam was practiced with Rim Country Middle School students last year. Passing the same civics test as U.S. citizenship applicants are required to pass will be required for high school graduation.

All are welcome to attend; call 928951-6774 for more information.

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Rim residents and visitors are invited to come out to the Swiss Village for its annual Lighting Festival the evening of Friday, Nov. 25. Activities get started in the afternoon, but the big event — Santa’s arrival — is scheduled for 6 p.m. Many of the shops will have special sales and refreshments available for guests.

Community Thanksgiving Dinners in Payson, Pine Elks feast The annual Elks Community Thanksgiving Dinner is Thursday, Nov. 24.

Volunteers should be at the Lodge at 10 a.m. It is not necessary to register to volunteer.

The free meal will be served open seating style this year from 11:30 a.m. to 2 p.m.

Home delivery of the holiday meal will once again be available for those who cannot get to the Lodge. For details call 928-474-2572. Organizers would like to have reservations for the home deliveries by Tuesday, Nov. 22.

Turkey day meal A free community Thanksgiving Dinner will be served at 2 p.m., Thursday, Nov. 24 in the PineStrawberry Senior Dining Room.

Reservations are required and can be made in person at the Pine Thrift Store or at the dining room.

The dinner is sponsored by the Senior Citizens Affairs Foundation.

Free meditation session

Come and experience the relaxation and stress relief that comes from meditation from 6:30 p.m. to 7:30 p.m., Wednesday, Nov. 23 in the Unity of Payson meeting room at 600 E. Hwy. 260 (Board of Realtors Conference Room, on the east side of Tiny’s parking lot).

Look for the Unity event signs for directions to the back of the lot. No previous experience is necessary and this is not a class, just a group of inter-

ested local people led by Betty Daily who guides attendees through an hour of quiet reflection.

A “love” offering is optional. The event is a public service of Unity of Payson, which meets Sundays at 10 a.m. For more information, go to www. unityofpayson.org or call 928-478-8515.

the Rim Country bustles with holiday festivities with the Swiss Village Lighting in Payson Friday, Nov. 25 and the Festival of Lights in Pine Saturday, Nov. 26.

The Swiss Village Annual Christmas Lighting features a full carnival in the northern Swiss Village area with rides, vendors and giveaways. Come meet the Jolly old elf himself — Santa Claus at 6 p.m.

There will also be roaming entertainment such as magicians, face painters, Christmas carolers and more.

Once again there will also be Christmas trees decorated and then given to families in need at the end of the event. During the event there will be locations where people can vote for their favorite tree by placing donations of canned goods under them.

The next evening up at the Pine Strawberry Community Center residents will have their own Festival of Lights.

The annual Pine Strawberry Festival of Light is from noon to 8 p.m., Saturday, Nov. 26 in the cultural hall.

Wednesday

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

• Pine Library: 10 a.m. to 5 p.m.

• Turkey Tuesday: drop off turkeys, non-perishable food items at Bashas’ for St. Vincent de Paul, 7 a.m. to 6 p.m.

• Civics test to graduate: Greg Wyman will talk about the new law to require students to pass the same U.S. citizenship test as immigrants must pass to become a U.S. citizen at Payson Tea Party, 6 p.m., Tiny’s, 600 E. Hwy. 260

An Artists Open House and Christmas Sale is planned in Pine from 10 a.m. to 7 p.m., Saturday, Nov. 26 by Diane Nathe and local artists at Bishop Park in Pine at The Studio, 3617 N. Hwy. 87.

The event features a wine reception from 4 p.m. to 7 p.m.

Final clothing distribution for Kaitie’s Closet Kaitie’s Closet, Inc. is a nonprofit 501(c) (3) organization providing children’s clothing to anyone in need.

At this time there is a limited supply of gently used boys and girls clothes (sizes 6, 6X through size 14).

The organization would appreciate donations between now and Tuesday, Nov. 22 for its last distribution, scheduled for Wednesday, Nov. 30 at Payson Elementary School.

Organizers would like to take this opportunity to thank the community for its clothing and financial support over the past six years and 8 months.

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Vendors will open at noon and continue until closing time. Santa and Mrs. Claus are to arrive at 5:15 p.m. and the Jingle Bell Parade is set for 5:30 p.m. The event will also include a Christmas Tree Lighting, caroling and refreshments.

The festival is sponsored by the Senior Citizens Affairs Foundation and all proceeds benefit Meals on Wheels.

Swiss Village Lighting and Pine Festival of Lights Artist event in Pine The days following Thanksgiving

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

• Pine Library: 10 a.m. to 4 p.m.

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

Thursday • Payson Elks Lodge Community Thanksgiving Dinner: 11:30 a.m. to 2 p.m., no charge, Lodge is at 1206 N. Beeline Hwy. • Pine Community Thanksgiving Dinner: 2 p.m., no charge, Pine-Strawberry Senior Dining Hall • 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

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Lioness food drive The Payson Lioness Club is sponsoring a food drive the month of November.

Boxes can be found at the following locations: Payson Elementary and Julia Randall schools; Uncle Herb’s; and in the Swiss Village at Verizon, Country Charm and Gerardo’s. The collected food will go to the local food banks.

Raffle benefits P-S Food Bank Fancy Finds, 4069 N. Hwy. 87, Pine, is hosting a raffle for a hand-made afghan to benefit the Pine Strawberry Food Bank.

Tickets are $5 or may be obtained with a donation of five cans of food.

There is no limit on the number of tickets and it is not necessary to be present to win. The tickets can be purchased at Fancy Finds during regular business hours and the drawing is Wednesday, Nov. 30. All proceeds will go to the food bank.

New hours at library The Payson Public Library’s hours of operation will change after Thanksgiving, Thursday, Nov. 24.

Beginning Saturday, Nov. 26, the Payson Public Library’s new hours will be:

AARP Tax-Aide needs volunteers

AARP Foundation Tax-Aide is the nation’s largest free volunteer tax assistance and preparation service.

It helps local taxpayers with low to moderate incomes, with special attention given to those 60 and older.

Volunteers receive free IRS certified training prior to working with taxpayers. You must be willing to commit at least four hours per week during the tax season from February 1 through April 15 after you are certified. If you are interested, email paysontax-aide@ gmail.com or phone Lori at 928-4786460.

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Saturday

• Swiss Village Lighting Festival: most of day at most shops in Swiss Village; Santa arrives at 6 p.m.

• Pine Library: 9 a.m. to 2 p.m.

• Payson Public Library: 9 a.m. to 3 p.m.

• Pine/Strawberry Festival of Lights: noon to 8 p.m., Pine Community Center, Santa and Mrs Claus arrive at 5:15 p.m.; Jingle Bell Parade, 5:30 p.m.; Christmas Tree lighting, caroling and more

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unteers and community’s support there would not have been a Kaitie’s Closet.

If you have any questions, please call 928-468-1036.

A seminar designed to help better understand rights, options and entitlements when it comes to Medicare is at 4 p.m., Thursday, Dec. 8 at El Rancho restaurant, 200 S. Beeline Hwy., Payson.

Presenters Todd Walker and Sylvia Cleland hold these programs throughout Arizona all year long, generally for those turning 65 within the next months.

While the deadline to make Medicare changes is Dec. 7, in some cases people have 63 days after Dec. 31, 2016 to make changes.

This is not a sales presentation, it is an educational seminar to learn the four parts of Medicare.

The presenters are based in Scottsdale and have more than 30 years experience in the insurance industry and 15 years with Medicare. They educate seniors to help them make an informed decision when it is time to do so by using the Buyers Guide put out

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To RSVP or for questions call Todd Walker 928-362-0646 or Sylvia Cleland 928-487-0818.

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Star Valley mulls roads projects by

Teresa McQuerrey

roundup staff reporter

The Star Valley Town Council on Nov. 15 discussed whether to spend an estimated $260,000 in federal Community Development Block Grant money on a low-water crossing at Moonlight Drive or drainage issues. The council can’t actually approve the projects until after a second hearing on Tuesday, Dec. 20.

Town Manager Tim Grier said unlike the massive Sprague Ranch Road Crossing, the $180,000 Moonlight Crossing could not have culverts, which would change the course of the waterway and require extensive federal approvals to avoid the risk of causing

downstream flooding.

The drainage issues would require dealing with a much broader scope of work and involve far more than the low to moderate income properties to which CDBG funds are restricted.

He said town councils and the county (before incorporation) have looked at the Star Valley drainage issues for years.

“There is no place for the water to go,” Grier explained. Drainage would have to be forced into Houston Creek at quantities so great (in flood conditions) more problems would be created than solved.

“Mayor (Ronnie) McDaniel pointed out the scope is so huge the Star Valley budget would never be able to take it on,” Grier

said.

So, the Moonlight Crossing project appears to be the front-runner for the town’s next round of CDBG funds. A decision will not be made until after the Dec. 20 hearing, providing an opportunity for more input from citizens about other possible projects.

The Star Valley Town Council will have a meeting in advance of the Dec. 20 public hearing. On Tuesday, Dec. 6, the newest council member Bobby Davis and the returning incumbents Gary Coon and Barbara Hartwell will be installed by Judge Dorothy Little of the Gila County Justice Court and a vice mayor elected by the council.

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WEATHERREPORT Forecast by the National Weather Service

Tuesday

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Six busted on drug charges in SV

Saturday

Suspecting drug sales were occurring in a Star Valley mobile home park, officers searched three trailers, arresting six people on drug charges.

Residents had reported possible drug activity in the Lazy D Trailer Park, 3655 East State Route 260, to police.

Investigators reportedly witnessed several illegal drug buys.

On Nov. 15 and 16, the Arizona Department of Public Safety Gila/Navajo County Narcotics Unit and the Payson Police Department served three search warrants.

Concerned there may be a methamphetamine lab, the DPS SWAT team secured the properties. They did not find any meth labs.

During the warrants, detectives seized

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approximately 43 grams of methamphetamine, 2.5 pounds of marijuana, numerous items of paraphernalia indicating drug sales, two weapons, body armor, $806 in

cash and cellphones.

The following individuals were arrested on numerous drug charges: Kelly Steely, 55, Lewis Wright, 57, Keegan Cook, 23, Madeline Coberly, 24, Noah Perez, 33, and Evette Cobb, 32.

The Gila County Sheriff’s Office and AZDPS troopers from the Payson area assisted with the investigation.

“The Arizona Department of Public Safety’s Criminal Investigations Division is committed to aggressively enforcing drug violators in Gila, and all other Arizona counties to promote safer communities.

“We will tirelessly pursue those that violate the law and exercise every resource in doing so,” said Capt. Bob Smart, commander of the AZDPS Northern Narcotics District.

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Dominant pollen: Ragweed High: Pollen levels between 9.7 and 12.0 tend to affect most individuals who suffer from the pollen types of the season. Symptoms may become more severe during days with high pollen levels.

Medium: Pollen levels between 7.3 and 9.6 will likely cause symptoms for many individuals who suffer from allergies to the predominant pollen types of the season.

Low: Pollen levels between 0 and 7.2 tend to affect very few individuals among the allergy-suffering public.

Source: pollen.com

It’s about you.

It’s about time.

Free community turkey dinners this week From page 1 accept the donations. Additionally donations may be made to St. Vincent de Paul Food Bank on or before Nov. 22. The food bank is at 511 S. St. Phillips St., Payson, it is open from 12:30 p.m. to 2:15 p.m., Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday and Saturday.

Last year more than 300 turkey dinner boxes were distributed in Payson by the program, which is a cooperative effort between the Society of St. Vincent de Paul

in Payson, Bashas’, Channel 12 News and KMOG. For information, call 928-474-9104.

Thanksgiving Dinners Elks feast The annual Elks Community Thanksgiving Dinner is Thursday, Nov. 24.

Volunteers should be at the lodge at 10 a.m. It is not necessary to register to volunteer. The meal will be served open seating style this year from 11:30 a.m. to 2 p.m.

Home delivery of the holiday meal will once

O B I T U A R I E S Manuel (Manny) Conde (1956-2016)

Manuel (Manny) Conde was born November 12, 1956 in Greeley, Colorado to Mary Ann and Andres Conde. In 1978, Manny left Colorado and moved to St. Johns, Arizona.

In high School, he excelled in running and playing basketball. In 1980, Manny started working at Salt River Generating Plant and stayed until he retired in 2014. At Salt River Generating Plant, he started as a Trades Helper and worked all the way up to Maintenance Specialist Mechanic.

Manny lived in St. Johns, Arizona where he was married to his first wife, Marlene Bacca. Together they had 4 children, Adrian Angela (deceased), Daniel Roy, Jordan Ray and Jason Andrew.

Later in life, Manny met his second wife Peggy and they both decided to move to Payson, Arizona until passing away. He was a lifetime fan of the Oakland Raiders and never missed a game. Whenever watching the Raiders play, you could always find him with his cell phone so he could text his son Jason and discuss how the Raiders were playing. Manny and Jason also enjoyed watching the Arizona Cardinals while tex-

ting each other and discussing the game.

In his spare time, he enjoyed his retirement by riding bikes with his wife, working out at the nearby gym, and being part of a bowling league and renovating his home. One of the things that made him extremely proud was finishing his garage.

Manny was known to have a big heart and would never talk bad about anyone that he encountered in his lifetime. We all wish we could have had more time with this good man and we sure will miss him.

Manny is survived by his wife, Peggy; sons, Daniel, Jordan, Jason; 4 grandchildren, Andreau, Kameron, Jaden, Mileena; siblings, Helen Hopkins, Benita (Dennis) Kleckner, Margie Jeffords and many nieces and nephews. He is preceded in death by father Andres Conde, mother Mary Ann Conde, brother Andrew (Andy) Conde, sister Jane Longmore and nephews, Roy Beagle and Gary (Punky) Longmore.

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again be available for those who cannot get to the lodge. For details, call 928-474-2572.

Request home deliveries by Nov. 22.

Turkey day meal A free community Thanksgiving Dinner will be served at 2 p.m., Thursday, Nov. 24 in the Pine-Strawberry Senior Dining Room. Reservations are required and can be made in person at the Pine Thrift Store.

The dinner is sponsored by the Senior Citizens Affairs Foundation.

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Christine Ila Dudley passed away peacefully in her sleep on the morning of November 6, 2016.

Christine was born in Phoenix on July 5, 1940 to Paul R. Ashby and Polly R. Mendenhall Ashby.

Christine was the youngest of 10 brothers and sisters.

She is survived by her husband of 57 years, Clinton Dudley; her daughter, Paula Acker (George “Chip” Acker) and her son Kenneth Dudley (Holly Dudley); 9 grandchildren, Ty Gilstrap (Mara Gilstrap), Danielle Acker Bundy (Dallin Bundy) Dallas Dudley, Brice Acker, Levi Dudley, Kordell Dudley, Adam Buck, Robin Lovins, Shawn Buck and one sister, Alice Bastion, and numerous nieces and nephews and extended family.

Christine was raised at Christopher Creek near Payson, Arizona and married Clinton Dudley August 8, 1959. She moved to Kingman in 1966 where she spent the remainder of her life, making it her home. For much of her life she was a dedicated homemaker and lovingly raised her children. When Christine was 50 years old she began work-

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ing at the Kingman School District as a teacher’s assistant until her retirement at age 65. She loved working with the children and staff where she met many of her dear friends.

Christine was creative and loved to crochet and embroider, sing and play the piano and guitar and watch the Arizona Diamondbacks. In her younger years she loved to bowl and belonged to several bowling leagues in Kingman.

She was an avid gardener and spent much of her free time in her beautiful flower garden.

Christine radiated joy; she was always positive, cheerful and surrounded by laughter. She was a Christian who demonstrated her love for the Lord through her acts of kindness towards others.

She was giving to all and a true friend.

Above all else, Christine loved her family, and was a devoted wife, mother, and grandmother. Her sweet spirit will be dearly missed.

There will be a Memorial Service held at the Christopher Creek Chapel at Christopher Creek, AZ, at 11 a.m. Saturday, November 26, 2016.

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GENERAL Order: 10079582 RANCH WORKER Cust: -McDonalds One temporary position opening. $11.27 per hour + housing. Worker must be familiar with and able to safely operate an ATV and be able Keywords: Help Wanted to ride a horse to work livestock on ranch. Dates of need: 12/15/2016 art#: 20115075 to 03/15/2017. A signed contract may be required. ¾ time guarantee.

Class: Work tools,General supplies and equipment will be provided at no cost to the worker. Transportation & subsistence expenses to worksite provided by Size: 2.00 X 4.00

employer or paid by employer upon completion of 50% of the work contract. Must have 6 months’ experience and provide (1) reference from previous employer with knowledge of applicant’s skills. Must be able to lift 75 pounds. Attend to livestock including cattle and other farm animals. Moves livestock to pasture for grazing. Assist with castration and branding. Maintain all fences, corrals, bunkhouses, buildings, range improvements, and livestock equipment used for proper livestock management. Flood and sprinkler irrigation knowledge and management is needed. May have to work weekends during irrigation and haying operations. Worker must be willing and able to perform all duties according to the employer's requirements during the contract period. Workers will be expected to work in conditions normally associated with Colorado climatic conditions.

White River Ranch/ Rio Blanco County, Colorado Call Craig Workforce Center, (970)824-3246 or contact your nearest State Workforce Center.

Refer to order #CO6718459

Join our Friendly Team

Order: 10084720 Cust: -High Country Agricultural Serv Keywords: WHITE RIVER RANCH art#: 20136718 Class: General Size: 2.00 X 4.00

1991 CHEV CORVETTE RED HARDTOP CONVERTIBLE, 10,000 MILES ON ENGINE, NEWER CUSTOM WIDE TIRES. $6,100 OBO. 928-595-1137 2001 Mustang GT Convertible, 4.6 (289 Engine), Automatic, Showroom Condition, Have All Records, Fire Red/Tan Top $7500/firm. 928-300-2980 State Record Mounted Trophy Bull Elk, Head Turned Right, Not Shot by me!

Offered at Half Value, Perfect Condition $1750. 928-951-4779 THE BLIND DOCTOR Broken Blinds? Saggy Shades? Droopy Drapes? WE CAN FIX THAT! Dani 928-595-2968 BLINDS & DESIGNS Repairs, Sales, Shade Screens & More!

Mobile RV & Trailer Repair!

Call Carl 928-951-3500

Serving Payson over 7 years

Order: 10084032 Cust: -HOUSE ADS Keywords: Offices for Rent.

Over sq FULL-TIMETwo HOUSEKEEPERS (starting wage 400 $10.30) feet each with FULL-TIME FRONT DESK AGENTS (starting wage $11.00) art#: 20138002 FULL-TIME NIGHT AUDITOR Class: Commercial For Rent(starting wage $12.00) Size: 2.00 X 3.00

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

HEALTH CARE Cardiovascular Tech Cardiovascular Tech needed for busy Payson cardiology practice. Duties include, but are not limited to, cardiovascular testing both exercise (treadmill) and pharmacological, ABI testing and Holter monitor application and reading, and medical assisting. Great pay and benifits.

Please email resumes.

Qualified Applicants Only Kelley Hall khall@bcardiology.com esweet@bcardiology.com NEEDED NOW!!!

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

Internal Med Clinic, PO Box 2581,Payson,85547 Ophthalmology back-office Work up technician position Experience a plus Must work efficiently at a fast pace, take direction well, team work oriented, dependable persons only need apply.

Part-time position, SDOE, fax resume to 928-474-4534, Attention Dolores Or email to burnsd@risserthomas.com

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 $8.50 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.

Now offering a 30 Day Retention Bonus!

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: 10083796Join our friendly Team Cust: -McDonalds art#: 20137704 Class: Mechanical Size: 2.00 X 4.00

MAINTENANCE WORKER Full-Time Position Maintenance experience required, Drug testing and background check will be completed prior to employment.

Starting pay $9.50 hr.

Apply in person with General Manager at Payson McDonald’s.

MISCELLANEOUS Concrete Driveways, Side Walks and Patios 27 years exp. not a licensed contractor, Call Ed 928-205-1495

CHILDCARE Looking to take care of 2 infants, clean/nurturing environment, Had ND day care license, please call Rosy @ 701-400-0050

Debco Construction

Flint Lock long gun, manufactured in Connecticut in 1830, converted to cap and ball and used in the Civil War. Everything is original and is in excellent condition. $1650, Call Bob, 928-970-1399.

*DOWNWINDERS CANCER CASES*

SERVICES

CONSTRUCTION

CAMPERS

GUNS/KNIVES

MISCELLANEOUS

JIMMY JOHN S NOW HIRING Drivers and Inshoppers for ALL shifts.

Visit us at 303 E Hwy 260, Payson, AZ (Safeway shopping center) to apply.

HOME BASED

Client Care Coordinator

Order: 10084616 Cust: -Kohls Ranch Prescott Valley Comfort Keepers® is seeking a full-time Client Care Keywords: Full-Time Housekeepers (starting Coordinator (CCC). The CCC facilitates the provision of home care wage $10.30) and support servicesFul for our clients & their families. Responsibilities art#: 20138766 also include supervising and training caregivers. The candidate must have strong home care, clinical and people management Class: General experience.

Size: 2.00Must X possess 2.00 excellent commuication skills and lead the implementation of our strategic vision. Manage and lead a team that is dedicated to providing the highest quality of home care.

Qualifications: CNA, RN or LPN required, management experience preferred. Must have excellent computer skills. Pay is DOE.

928-474-0888 for applications Order: 10084623 Cust: -Comfort Keepers Keywords: Client Care Coordinator art#: 20138776 Class: Administrative/Professional Size: 2.00 X 3.00 Over 400 Square feet each with electricity, phone jacks, A/C and restroom.

Premium 2nd floor location on Beeline Highway. Parking, carpeted, each office has its own separate entrance.

PRICED LOW. Please call Gary for showing 928-474-5251 ext. 117

TWO OFFICES TO RENT

Certified Home Child Care Provider Care for your communities kids from your home! Become a Certified Home Child Care Provider. Call your Buena Vista Specialist at 928-451-6800 or 866-646-5200 or visit www.BV-CS.org

LABORERS Auto Detail/Paint Helper Washing, Buffing, and helping prep cars for paint Send your info to Andersoncollision@gmail.com

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

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 Complete Home Repair Experienced carpenter and repairman.

No job too small. windows, doors, decks, closets,, and more. Honest, reasonable and dependable. References available. Free estimates 602.826.1937 Specializing in Custom Woodwork: Furniture and cabinetry, design and build or repair and refinish not licensed contractor Don s Handyman Home Repairs, Mobile Home Roofs, Backhoe Work, Drains, Driveway, Landscaping, Yardwork Tree Trimming, Hauling!

Senior Discount: 928-478-6139

HANDY MAN SAM One Call We Do It All PAYSON BUSINESS LICENSED and INSURED Plumbing, Drywall, Carpentry, Electrical, Flooring, Window Washing, Landscaping, Painting, Remodeling, Repairs, Christmas Light Hanging, and much more 928-978-8642 JIMMY S ALLTRADES Since 1993 Plumbing, Electrical, Sun Screens, Dryer Vent Cleaning, Gutters Cleaned, Window Screen Repair 928-474-6482 not licensed

HAULING Home Repair Lawn Care Hauling CD 2015

HOME REPAIRS

Lawn Care

HAULING

Diversified Services IOWA BOY - HONEST, DEPENDABLE

(Inexpensive) Not a Licensed Contractor

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

Call Shari for an Appointment!

928-951-1807

LANDSCAPING Antonio s Landscaping

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

Liberty Yard Maintenance Clean cut , dependable, honest, yard work and odd jobs. Call 4 free quote.

928-978-4340

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We currently have 2 Full-time positions open.

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Payson Roundup CLASSIFIEDS Tuesday, November 22, 2016

REAL ESTATE HOMES FOR SALE .34 acre horse property in Diamond Point.

2BR, 1BA plus 2 additional rooms and barn, $185k finished or 175k as is 928-951-1732.

HORSE PROPERTY FOR SALE

MOBILE/RV SPACES Mountain Shadows R.V. & Mobile Home Park Nice Quiet Family Park 2 bedroom double wide mobile home $700, 5th wheel trailers $470.00, 1 bedroom Apt unfurnished $550.00, RV Spaces $256.55 mo, with onsite Manager, Laundry, Shower, Game room, and free Wifi Call Shawn at 928-474-2406

ROOMS FOR RENT Room for Rent: Use of Kitchen, Washer/Dryer, Nice View, Nice Area, Cul-de-sac Street, $400.mo + $300.Sec. 928-363-1422 Roommate Wanted: $450.mo, Share Utilities, No Smoking, No Pets, $400.Dep. Neg. Contact Lori 928-978-8966

LEGAL NOTICES 4 BR. 2 BA. 2.3 ACRES - 383 W. Round Valley Rd., Payson, AZ, 85541.

MLS ID 5518628, 4 bdrm/2 ba 1615 sq. ft. home on 2.3 fully fenced acres with 10 STALL BARN and 2400 sq. ft. garage/workshop. $360,000. Tannenbaum Realtors, inc., Gary Tannenbaum 480-201-1412 Email: gary@tannenbaumrealtors.com

MOBILES FOR SALE Foreclosures: 30 Homes, both New and PreOwned to Choose From, Free Delivery, Call Bronco Homes, 1-800-487-0712 Located at 703 E. Frontier St. Lot 25, must be 55 years or older, $3000/obo., (701) 541-0013.

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

RENTALS APARTMENTS FOR RENT 1100 Sq.Ft 2BDR/2BAApartment In Central Payson, Central Heating and A/C, F/P., Washer/Dryer Hookup $750.p/m, Pets-No 480-326-7203 or 480-926-9024 Apartments For Rent

This Fall make ASPEN COVE Your New Home

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. , PAYSON, AZ 85541

(928) 474-8042

Cornerstone Property Services www.cornerstone-mgt.com

Warm & Cozy Community nestled in the Pines!

Positively Payson

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

Studio Apt. for Rent, $750.mo Everything Included, Quiet Neighborhood in Star Valley 928-951-5584

HOMES FOR RENT 1Br/1Ba Clean & Cozy Furnished Cabin, Senior Neighborhood in Pine, $600.mo w/1yr lease, Shorter Term Lease Rates Availalbe, 928-476-3989 Smoking/Pets-No 2 BR, 2 BA, House, Payson, AZ, 85541, 12 months lease, 1100 sq. ft., w/refrig, washer and dryer, fenced back yard, one car garage., $ 1100.00. Call 480 822 0587 Premier Realty Solutions 2Br Mobile for Rent, Roosevelt/Tonto Basin Area, $500.mo + Dep. 928-300-7161

3 BR, 3 BA, House, 2107 N. Carrel Cir, Payson, AZ, 85541, flexible lease, $ 1,100 a Month, 928-978-9012.

Alpine Village, Large 3BR, 2 1/2BA, large family room, $1300/mo., 1st and last, 928821-8025.

Cute Cabin, 2br/1ba, Fireplace, Large Deck, Oak Floors, Remodeled Kitchen, Extra-Storage. 105 W. Alpine Circle. $800/mo, Year s Lease.

602-620-0396 Berkshire-Hathaway 1x3 BERKSHIRE HATHAWAY

HomeServices Advantage Realty ProPerty ManageMent

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

www.paysonrentals.com RESIDENTIAL RENTALS

906 N. Hillcrest Dr., 4BD, 4.5BA........................$1995 309 N. Heritage Ln., 3BD, 2BA.........................$1000 306 S. Bentley St., 4BD, 2BA..............................$995 609 N. Ponderosa #B, 2BD, 2BA........................$925 200 W. Chateau Cir., 2BD, 2BA..........................$900 707 W. Bridle Path Ln., 2BD, 2BA.......................$825

FURNISHED HOMES

1110 S. Sequoia Cir., 3BR, 3BA..................$2300-$2600

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

RENTAL HOMES WANTED

Independently Owned & Operated

Woodhill Custom Home, 3/2/2, Rent $1,400/mo + Deposit.

Retirees Encouraged to Call.

Smoking-No, 928-978-6167

MOBILES FOR RENT 2 BEDROOM, Stove, Refrig., Evap Cooler, Radient Heat, W/D Hookup, Trash Included!! 436 W. Frontier, $700. 928-474-3453 or 928-978-4773

16382: 11/8, 11/15, 11/22, 11/29/2016 NOTICE OF TRUSTEE S SALE File ID. #16-01324 Runzo Title No: 21600981 The following legally described trust property will be sold, pursuant to the power of sale under that certain trust deed recorded on 01/14/2013 as Document No. 2013-000475 and Re-Recorded on 08/18/2016 as Document No. 2016-007566 for the reason of to correct the legal description Gila County, AZ. NOTICE! IF YOU BELIEVE THERE IS A DEFENSE TO THE TRUSTEE SALE OR IF YOU HAVE AN OBJECTION TO THE TRUSTEE SALE, YOU MUST FILE AN ACTION AND OBTAIN A COURT ORDER PURSUANT TO RULE 65, ARIZONA RULES OF CIVIL PROCEDURE, STOPPING THE SALE NO LATER THAN 5:00P.M. MOUNTAIN STANDARD TIME OF THE LAST BUSINESS DAY BEFORE THE SCHEDULED DATE OF THE SALE, OR YOU MAY HAVE WAIVED ANY DEFENSES OR OBJECTIONS TO THE SALE. UNLESS YOU OBTAIN AN ORDER, THE SALE WILL BE FINAL AND WILL OCCUR at public auction on February 1, 2017 at 11:00 AM, at the front entrance to the Gila County Courthouse, 1400 East Ash Street, Globe, AZ 85501. and the property will be sold by the Trustee to the highest bidder for cash (in the forms which are lawful tender in the United States and acceptable to the Trustee, payable in accordance with ARS 33Â811).

The sale shall convey all right, title, and interest conveyed to and now held by it under said Deed of Trust, in the property situated in said County and State and more fully described as: PARCEL NO. 1:PARCEL 5 OF RECORD OF SURVEY/MINOR LAND DIVISION RECORDED AS SURVEY MAP NO. 3029, RECORDS OF GILA COUNTY, ARIZONA. TOGETHER WITH AN EASEMENT FOR INGRESS AND EGRESS OVER PARCELS 1 THROUGH 4, AS SHOWN ON SAID SURVEY. EXCEPT That portion of the South half of the Northeast Quarter of Section 27, Township 8 North, Range 10 East of the Gila and Salt River Base and Meridian, Gila County, Arizona, more particularly described as follows:Beginning at the center of Section 27 at an iron pipe and progressing North 89º 49 52 East a distance of 1,977.57 feet to an iron pipe; THENCE Northwest along an arc of a curve with a radius of 2,964.79 feet with a central angle of 0º 23 11 , a distance of 19.99 feet to an iron pipe; Beginning at the above noted iron pipe and progressing North 51º 47 59 East, a distance of 56.05 feet to an iron pin located at the beginning point of the lease exception; THENCE North 51º 47 59 East, a distance of 152.58 feet to an iron pin; THENCE South 0º 10 8 East, a distance of 94.0 feet to an iron pin; THENCE South 89º 49 52 West, a distance of 120.18 feet to the Point of Beginning. PARCEL NO. 2:AN EASEMENT FOR WELL SITE OVER THAT PORTION OF PARCEL F. OF RECORD OF SURVEY RECORDED AS SURVEY MAP NO. 1918. RECORDS OF GILA COUNTY, ARIZONA, DESCRIBED AS FOLLOWS: BEGINNING AT THE NORTHEAST CORNER OF PARCEL F; THENCE SOUTH 34º 26 47 WEST, A DISTANCE OF 396.29 FEET; THENCE SOUTH 02º 32 55 WEST TO THE CENTER OF AND EXISTING OVERHEAD POWERLINE AS SHOWN ON SAID SURVEY; THENCE EASTERLY ALONG SAID CENTER TO A POINT ON THE EAST LINE OF SAID PARCEL F; THENCE NORTH 0º 18 48 EAST TO THE POINT OF BEGINNING. PARCEL NO.3: AN EASEMENT FOR WATER AND ELECTRIC LINE AS CREATED IN INSTRUMENT RECORDED AS FEE NO. 2005-012536, RECORDS OF GILA COUNTY, ARIZONA. Commonly known as: 56203 N Arizona Hwy 188, Payson, AZ 85541 AON No.:304-37-008L The street address/location of the real property described above is purported to be:56203 N Arizona Hwy 188 Payson, AZ 85541 Tax Parcel No.: 304-37-008L 9 The undersigned Trustee, Leonard J. McDonald, Attorney at Law, disclaims any liability for any incorrectness of the street address and other common designation, if any, shown herein.The beneficiary under the aforementioned Deed of Trust has accelerated the Note secured thereby and has declared the entire unpaid principal balance, as well as any and all other amounts due in connection with said Note and/or Deed of Trust, immediately due and payable. Said sale will be made in an as is condition, but without covenant or warranty, expressed or implied, regarding title, possession or encumbrances, to satisfy the indebtedness secured by said Deed of Trust, advances thereunder, with interest as provided therein, and the unpaid principal balance of the Note secured by said Deed of Trust with interest thereon as proved in said Note,

LEGAL NOTICES plus fees, charges and expenses of the Trustee and of the trusts created by said Deed of Trust.

Original Principal Balance: $216,950.00 Original Trustor: Michael B. Runzo and Lana. D Runzo, trustees of the Michael B. and Lana D. Runzo Revocable Living Trust dated July 23, 2008. HC1 Box 5275-T, Payson, AZ 85541 Current Beneficiary:Ditech Financial LLC Care of / Servicer Ditech Financial LLC 345 St. Peter Street St Paul, MN 55102 Current Trustee:Leonard J. McDonald 2525 East Camelback Road, Suite 700 Phoenix, Arizona 85016 (602) 255-6035 Leonard J. McDonald, Attorney at Law Trustee/Successor Trustee, is regulated by and qualified per ARS Section 33-803 (A)2 as a member of The Arizona State Bar. A-FN4596893 11/08/2016, 11/15/2016, 11/22/2016, 11/29/2016 16386: 11/15, 11/22, 11/29, 12/6/2016 NOTICE OF TRUSTEE S SALE File ID. #16-03491 Wulitich Jr Title No: 21602422 The following legally described trust property will be sold, pursuant to the power of sale under that certain trust deed recorded on 04/04/2007 as Document No. 2007-005726 Gila County, AZ. NOTICE! IF YOU BELIEVE THERE IS A DEFENSE TO THE TRUSTEE SALE OR IF YOU HAVE AN OBJECTION TO THE TRUSTEE SALE, YOU MUST FILE AN ACTION AND OBTAIN A COURT ORDER PURSUANT TO RULE 65, ARIZONA RULES OF CIVIL PROCEDURE, STOPPING THE SALE NO LATER THAN 5:00P.M. MOUNTAIN STANDARD TIME OF THE LAST BUSINESS DAY BEFORE THE SCHEDULED DATE OF THE SALE, OR YOU MAY HAVE WAIVED ANY DEFENSES OR OBJECTIONS TO THE SALE. UNLESS YOU OBTAIN AN ORDER, THE SALE WILL BE FINAL AND WILL OCCUR at public auction on February 1, 2017 at 11:00 AM, at the front entrance to the Gila County Courthouse, 1400 East Ash Street, Globe, AZ 85501, and the property will be sold by the Trustee to the highest bidder for cash (in the forms which are lawful tender in the United States and acceptable to the Trustee, payable in accordance with ARS 33Â811). The sale shall convey all right, title, and interest conveyed to and now held by it under said Deed of Trust, in the property situated in said County and State and more fully described as: Lot 23, PAYSON NORTH UNIT FOUR, according to Map No. 452, records of Gila County, Arizona. Together with an undivided interest in and to Tracts A through G, inclusive, as shown on said plat. The street address/location of the real property described above is purported to be: 202 E Pinnacle Cir Payson, AZ 85541-3934 Tax Parcel No.: 302-68-023 3 The undersigned Trustee, Leonard J. McDonald, Attorney at Law, disclaims any liability for any incorrectness of the street address and other common designation, if any, shown herein.

The beneficiary under the aforementioned Deed of Trust has accelerated the Note secured thereby and has declared the entire unpaid principal balance, as well as any and all other amounts due in connection with said Note and/or Deed of Trust, immediately due and payable. Said sale will be made in an as is condition, but without covenant or warranty, expressed or implied, regarding title, possession or encumbrances, to satisfy the indebtedness secured by said Deed of Trust, advances thereunder, with interest as provided therein, and the unpaid principal balance of the Note secured by said Deed of Trust with interest thereon as proved in said Note, plus fees, charges and expenses of the Trustee and of the trusts created by said Deed of Trust.

Original Principal Balance: $224,000.00 Original Trustor: George Wulitich Jr, and Mary F Wulitich, husband and wife 202 E Pinnacle Cir Payson, AZ 85541 Current Beneficiary: Bayview Loan Servicing, LLC as Attorney in Fact for MandT Bank Care of / Servicer Bayview Loan Servicing, LLC 4425 Ponce De Leon Boulevard, 5th Floor Coral Gables, FL 33146 Current Trustee: Leonard J. McDonald 2525 East Camelback Road, Suite 700 Phoenix, Arizona 85016 (602)255-6035 Leonard J. McDonald, Attorney at Law Trustee/Successor Trustee, is regulated by and qualified per ARS Section 33-803 (A)2 as a member of The Arizona State Bar A-4597255 11/15/2016, 11/22/2016, 11/29/2016, 12/06/2016 16389: 11/15, 11/18, 11/22/2016 NOTICE (for publication) ARTICLES OF ORGANIZATION HAVE BEEN FILED IN THE OFFICE OF THE ARIZONA CORPORATION COMMISSION FOR I. Name: 905 GRANITE HOUSE LLC File No: L-2115908-3 II. The address of the known place of business is: 905 N. Granite, Payson, AZ 85541.

III. The name and street address of the Statutory Agent is: Ernest L Kellett, 2006 N. Murchison Circle, Payson, AZ 85541.

(A) Management of the limited liability company is reserved to the members. The names and addresses of each person who is a member are: Ernest L Kellett, (x), 2006 N. Murchison Circle, Payson, AZ 85541; Nancy R. Kellett, 2006 N. Murchison Circle, Payson, AZ 85541.

16392: 11/18, 11/22/2016 NOTICE OF SALE OF MOBILE HOME

LEGAL NOTICES NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that the following item of personal property will be sold at public sale to the highest bidder, to satisfy a landlord s lien: Mobile Home Make: CHAMPION Body Style: 12 X 60 MH Model Year: 1974 VIN: 094966S7506 Date and Time of Sale: 11/28/16 10:00:01 AM Location of Sale: Space No. 58 ALHAMBRA MOBILE HOME PARK & STORAGE 1421 S. MONTEREY DR. GLOBE, AZ 85501 Name of landlord: ALHAMBRA MOBILE HOME PARK & STORAGE Amount of Claimed Lien: $2,723.00 as of November 28, 2016 The Landlord reserves the right to bid at said sale and if its bid is the highest, to purchase said mobile home. The Landlord claims a lien against this property in the amount shown above as of the date shown above, for rents and other charges which have accrued through that date under a rental agreement covering the space occupied by the mobile home. The rental agreement giving rise to this lien was entered into by the Landlord and the following parties, owners of the mobile home, as tenants: Date of Rental Agreement: May 8, 2015 Name(s) of Tenant(s): NICHOLE AMBER FLORES Said mobile home is located at the address shown above as the location of sale. The above described property shall be offered for sale pursuant to A.R.S. §33-1023. The proceeds from the sale will be applied to the cost of sale and to the lien, and any money that remains will be disposed of as provided in A.R.S. §33-1023. ALHAMBRA MOBILE HOME PARK & STORAGE By: /s/illegible Park Manager Dated: November 7, 2016 11/18, 11/22/16 CNS-2945320# 16393: 11/22, 11/29, 12/6, 12/13/2016 NOTICE OF TRUSTEE S SALE File ID. #16-03036 Williams Jr Notice is hereby given that Leonard J. McDonald, Attorney at Law, as trustee (or successor trustee, or substituted trustee), pursuant to the Deed of Trust which had an original balance of $171,000.00 executed by Curtis E Williams Jr, an unmarried man, 715 E Manzanita Drive Globe, AZ 85501-1472 , dated July 24, 2007 and recorded July 25, 2007, as Instrument No./Docket-Page 2007-012552 of Official Records in the office of the County Recorder of Gila County, State of Arizona, will sell the real property described herein by public auction on January 25, 2017 at 11:00 AM, at the front entrace to the County Courthouse, 1400 East Ash, Globe, AZ., to the highest bidder for cash (in the forms which are lawful tender in the United States and acceptable to the Trustee, payable in accordance with ARS 33-811A), all right, title, and interest conveyed to and now held by it under said Deed of Trust, in the property situated in said County and State and more fully described as: That certain piece or parcel of land lying in and being a portion of the Northwest Quarter of section 34, Township 1 North, range 15 1/2 East, Gila and Salt River Base and Meridian, Gila County, Arizona and more Particularly described as follows: Beginning at a point from which the North quarter corner of said section 34 bears North 64 degrees 19 minutes 24 seconds East 904.54 feet; Thence South 18 degrees 54 minutes 40 seconds West 103.00 feet; Thence North 73 degrees 45 minutes 00 seconds West 114.15 feet to a road; Thence Northeasterly along the Arc of a Curve to the right whose central angle is 7 degrees 25 minutes 15 seconds and the radius is 397.01 feet and the Long Chord is North 8 degrees 38 minutes 23 seconds East, 51.15 feet, a distance of 51.42 feet; Thence North 12 Degrees 20 minutes East, 52.20 feet; Thence South 73 Degrees 40 minutes 07 seconds East, 129.29 feet to the point of beginning. EXCEPT 1/2 interest in and to all mines, beds, seams or veins of coal, iron stone, copper or other minerals and oil as reserved in deed recorded in Book 52, deed to real estate, page 549, records of Gila County, Arizona.

The street address/location of the real property described above is purported to be: 715 E Manzanita Drive Globe, AZ 85501-1472. Tax Parcel No.: 205-18-040L. The undersigned Trustee disclaims any liability for any incorrectness of the street address and other common designation, if any, shown herein.

The beneficiary under the aforementioned Deed of Trust has accelerated the Note secured thereby and has declared the entire unpaid principal balance, as well as any and all other amounts due in connection with said Note and/or Deed of Trust, immediately due and payable. Said sale will be made in an as is condition, but without covenant or warranty, express or implied, regarding title, possession or encumbrances, to satisfy the indebtedness secured by said Deed of Trust, advances thereunder, with interest as provided therein, and the unpaid principal balance of the Note secured by said Deed of Trust with interest thereon as proved in said Note, plus fees, charges and expenses of the Trustee and of the trusts created by said Deed of Trust Current Beneficiary:Select Portfolio Servicing-TB; Care of/Servicer: Select Portfolio Servicing, Inc. 3217 S Decker Lake Drive Salt Lake City, UT 84119; Current Trustee: Leonard J. McDonald 2525 East Camelback Road #300 Phoenix, Arizona 85016 (602) 255-6000. Dated: 10/25/2016 /S/Leonard J. McDonald, Attorney at Law, Trustee/Successor Trustee under said Deed of Trust, and is qualified to act as Successor Trustee per ARS Section 33-803 (A) 2, as a member of the Arizona State Bar. STATE OF ARIZONA,

LEGAL NOTICES County of Maricopa. This instrument was acknowledged before me on 10/25/2016, by LEONARD J. MCDONALD, Attorney at Law, as Trustee/Successor Trustee. /S/Judy Quick, Notary Public Commission expiration is 04/20/2017.

NOTICE: This proceeding is an effort to collect a debt on behalf of the beneficiary under the referenced Deed of Trust. Any information obtained will be used for that purpose. Unless the loan is reinstated, this Trustee s Sale proceedings will result in foreclosure of the subject property.

A-FN4596986 11/22/2016, 11/29/2016, 12/06/2016, 12/13/2016 16394: 11/18, 11/22, 11/25/2016 NOTICE (for publication) ARTICLES OF ORGANIZATION HAVE BEEN FILED IN THE OFFICE OF THE ARIZONA CORPORATION COMMISSION FOR I. Name: ARCHIBEQUE S EVERYTHING (HANDYMAN SERVICES) LLC File No: L-2126409-9 II. The address of the known place of business is: 8003 W. Vaquero Dr., Payson, AZ 85541.

III. The name and street address of the Statutory Agent is: James Archibeque, 8003 W. Vaquero Dr., 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: James Archibeque, (x) member, 8003 W. Vaquero Dr., Payson, AZ 85541; Karen Archibeque, (x) member, 8003 W. Vaquero Dr., Payson, AZ 85541.

16395: 11/22, 11/29, 12/6/2016 NOTICE TO CREDITORS NO. PB2016-00085 ARIZONA SUPERIOR COURT GILA COUNTY In the Matter of the Estate of: TROY W. BURNS, Deceased.

NOTICE IS GIVEN THAT: 1. MONICA BURNS was appointed Personal Representative of this Estate on November 1, 2016.

2. All persons having claims against the Estate are required to present their claims within four (4) months after the date of the first publication of this notice or the claims will be forever barred.

3. Claims must be presented by delivering or mailing a written statement of the claim to the Personal Representative at the following address: Monica Burns c/o Frederic G. Lemberg, Esq. ANDERSEN PLLC 17015 N. Scottsdale Rd., Ste. 225 Scottsdale, AZ 85255 DATED this 8th day of November, 2016.

ANDERSEN PLLC By: /s/Frederic G. Lemberg, Of Counsel 17015 N. Scottsdale Rd., Ste. 225 Scottsdale, AZ 85255 Attorneys for Monica Burns 11/22, 11/29, 12/6/16 CNS-2945677# 16396: 11/22, 11/29/2016 The Arizona@Work, Northeastern Arizona Innovative Workforce Solutions (NEAZIWS) program has updated the 5-Year-Plan to comply with the new Workforce Innovation and Opportunities Act. Public comment to this plan will be accepted through Dec 30, 2016.

The plan can be viewed at http://www.navajocountyaz.gov/ Departments/Workforce-Invest ment-Act and comments can be forwarded to Carla Fails at carla.fails@navajocountyaz.go v.

16397: 11/22, 11/29, 12/6, 12/13/2016 NOTICE OF TRUSTEE S SALE Trustee Sale No.: 00000006230171 Title Order No.: 733-1600916-70 FHA/VA/PMI No.: 45-45-6-2891384 ORIGINAL TRUSTEE SALE RECORDED ON 09/21/2016 IN THE OFFICE OF THE GILA COUNTY RECORDER. The following legally described trust property will be sold, pursuant to the power of sale under that certain Deed of Trust dated 01/09/2015 and Recorded as Instrument No. 2015-000700 on 01/23/2015 of Official Records, in the office of the County Recorder of GILA County, Arizona. NOTICE! IF YOU BELIEVE THERE IS A DEFENSE TO THE TRUSTEE SALE OR IF YOU HAVE AN OBJECTION TO THE TRUSTEE SALE, YOU MUST FILE AN ACTION AND OBTAIN A COURT ORDER PURSUANT TO RULE 65, ARIZONA RULES OF CIVIL PROCEDURE, STOPPING THE SALE NO LATER THAN 5:00 P.M. MOUNTAIN STANDARD TIME OF THE LAST BUSINESS DAY BEFORE THE SCHEDULED DATE OF THE SALE, OR YOU MAY HAVE WAIVED ANY DEFENSES OR OBJECTIONS TO THE SALE. UNLESS YOU OBTAIN AN ORDER, THE SALE WILL BE FINAL AND WILL OCCUR at public auction to the highest bidder at the front entrance to the Gila County Courthouse, 1400 E. Ash, Globe, AZ 85501, in GILA County, on 12/29/2016 at 11:00AM of said day: LOT 36, PAYSON RANCHOS, ACCORDING TO MAP NO. 167, RECORDS OF GILA COUNTY ARIZONA. ACCORDING TO THE DEED OF TRUST OR UPON INFORMATION SUPPLIED BY THE BENEFICIARY, THE FOLLOWING INFORMATION IS PROVIDED PURSUANT TO ARIZONA REVISED STATUTES SECTION 33-808(C): Street address or identifiable location: 1707 N MCLANE RD, PAYSON, AZ 85541 Tax Parcel number: 302-36-036 Original Principal Balance: $169,755.00 Name and Address of Original Trustor (as shown on the Deed of Trust):

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LEGAL NOTICES SCOTT LEONARD KING AND JULIE A. KING, HUSBAND AND WIFE AS COMMUNITY PROPERTY WITH RIGHT OF SURVIVORSHIP MAILING ADDRESS: 1707 N MCLANE RD, PAYSON, AZ 85541 Name and address of beneficiary (as of recording of Notice of Sale): 360 MORTGAGE GROUP, LLC, 11305 FOUR POINTS DRIVE BUILDING 1, SUITE 200 AUSTIN, TX 78726 Name, address & telephone number of trustee: CARSON EMMONS, A MEMBER OF THE STATE BAR BARRETT DAFFIN FRAPPIER TREDER & WEISS, LLP 4004 Belt Line Road, Suite 100 Addison, Texas 75001-4320 (855) 286-5901 The beneficiary under the aforementioned Deed of Trust has accelerated the Note secured thereby and has declared the entire unpaid principal balance, as well as any and all other amounts due in connection with said Note and/or Deed of Trust, immediately due and payable. Said sale will be made as is, but without covenant or warranty, express or implied, regarding title, possession or encumbrances, to pay the remaining principal sum of the note secured by said Deed of Trust, which includes interest thereon as provided in said note, advances, if any under the terms of said Deed of Trust, interest on advances, if any, fees, charges and expenses of the Trustee and of the trust created by said Deed of Trust. Trustee will accept only cash (in the forms which are lawful tender in the United States and acceptable to the trustee, payable in accordance with A.R.S § 33-811(A)) or credit bid by the beneficiary. Reinstatement payment must be paid before five o clock p.m. on the last day other than a Saturday or legal holiday before the date of the sale.

The Purchaser at the sale, other than the beneficiary to the extent of his credit bid, shall pay the price no later than five o clock p.m. of the following day, other than a Saturday or legal holiday. The undersigned Trustee disclaims any liability for any incorrectness of the property address or other common designation, if any, shown herein.

Date: 09/16/2016 CARSON EMMONS, A MEMBER OF THE STATE BAR. Trustee is qualified per AR.S § 33-803(A)(2), as a member of the State Bar of Arizona. Trustee s regulator is the State Bar of Arizona. State of ARIZONA } § County of MARICOPA } On 09/16/2016 before me, Sean Wilson Notary Public, personally appeared CARSON EMMONS, who is known to me 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. WITNESS my hand and official seal. Signature: Sean Wilson (seal) Name: Sean Wilson SEAN WILSON Notary Public, State of Arizona Maricopa County My Commission Expires October 12, 2019 FOR TRUSTEE S SALE INFORMATION PLEASE CALL: HUDSON & MARSHALL 14785 PRESTON ROAD, SUITE 1150 DALLAS, TX 75254 972-732-2581 www.hudsonandmarshall.com 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 holder s rights against the real property only.

NPP0296208 To: PAYSON ROUNDUP 11/22/2016, 11/29/2016, 12/06/2016, 12/13/2016 16401: 11/22/2016 Notice of Finding of No Significant Impact For the Town of Payson Cragin Water Pipeline and Treatment Plant The Water Infrastructure Finance Authority of Arizona (WIFA) has received a request for financial assistance from the Town of Payson for a drinking water infrastructure project. The purpose of this notice is to inform the public and request comments.

The Town of Payson proposes to construct a proposed water pipeline and an associated water treatment plant. The proposed project is being designed to provide a means to transport and treat surface water from C.C. Cragin Reservoir to the Town. The proposed project would begin at the existing SRP generating station Tailrace and end at the intersection of Houston Mesa Road and Hwy 87.

Upon review of the Environmental Assessment prepared by the U.S. Forest Service for the Cragin Water Pipeline and Treatment Plant, WIFA concurs with the U.S. Forest Service s Finding of No Significant Impact that the project neither individually nor cumulatively has a significant effect on the human environment.

Documentation regarding the proposed project is available for review at WIFA, 100 N. 15th Avenue, Suite 103, Phoenix, Arizona 85007. All written requests for information or letters containing written comments should be addressed to WIFA at the address above. All written comments must be received no later than 5 p.m., 30 days from the publishing date.

WIFA complies with the American with Disabilities Act of 1990. Alternative formats for the project documentation are available upon request. Inquiries, requests and comments should be directed to Andrew Smith, Environmental Program Specialist, at (602) 364-1326.

Payson Roundup LOCAL Tuesday, November 22, 2016

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CLUBS AND ORGANIZATIONS JULIETs

JULIETs - Just Us Ladies Into Eating Together - meets for lunch and conversation the fourth Tuesday of the month at the Crosswinds Restaurant at the airport at 11:30 a.m. It is just for fun, no book to read, no dish to make. Everyone is welcome, no reservations required. For additional information, please call Chris Tilley at 928-468-9669.

Friendship Bible Class

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

Color Time Tuesday

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

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

The program meets at Payson United Methodist Church, 414 N. Easy Street (behind Ace Hardware and Habitat Restore). Call Sally Harvey 480-213-8472 or Joyce Kennedy 928-978-1884 with any questions.

This free program is open to all.

Moose Lodge events

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

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

The Moose Lodge is located on E. Hwy. 260 in Star Valley. For more information, call 928-4746212.

Masonic Lodge

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

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

Rim Country 4 Wheelers

Members of the Rim Country 4

Wheelers (RC4W) invite anyone interested in four-wheel-drive back road travel to join them at 9 a.m. Wednesdays in the Bashas’ shopping center parking lot in front of the Big 5 store.

For more information, visit the Web site at www.rimcountry4wheelers.com or call RC4W President Tom Doyle, 928-6009009.

For more information on local meetings, call 928-474-3620.

soroptimists have some fun

Alanon

The Payson Senior Center, 514 W. Main St., hosts a Bible study from 10:30 a.m. to 11:30 a.m. every Wednesday with a rotating roster of ministers.

Alanon meets: Monday at 6 p.m., St. Philip the Apostle Catholic Church, Payson; Wednesday at 1 p.m., Southern Baptist Church, Star Valley; Saturday at 1 p.m., starting Oct. 15, Payson United Methodist Church, 414 N. Easy, Payson. For information call Kali at 503-354-4402.

Alateen meetings have been suspended until further notice.

For information call Helen at 928-978-6424.

NARFE meeting

Narcotics Anonymous

Senior Bible study

The Mogollon Chapter 1235 of the National Association of Active and Retired Federal Employees meets for a no host luncheon between 11:30 a.m. and 2 p.m., Wednesday, Nov. 23 at Tiny’s, 600 E. Hwy. 260, Payson.

All active and retired federal employees are invited to attend.

Any new member will receive a free lunch.

Those attending are asked to remember the Payson Food Bank and bring non-perishable food items to donate.

For additional information, call Dale at 928-468-6227.

Soroptimists

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

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

Ukulele fun

Rim residents, regardless of skill level, are welcome to join Ukulele Fun from 1 p.m. to 3 p.m. every Wednesday at St. Paul’s Episcopal Church.

If you have any ukuleles you would like to donate or sell, please call 928-595-2086.

87 Mountain Biking Club

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

Members have group trail rides throughout Gila County for every level of rider (beginners to advanced).

Everyone is encouraged to join and learn about all the great

Drug Problem? If you think you may have a problem with drugs, give yourself a break.

There is a way out, with the help of other recovering addicts in Narcotics Anonymous. We have been there.

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

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

Before you use again, please call Bill N. at 928-978-8001 or Annie W. at 480-341-3264; NA East Valley Area HELPLINE 480897-4636; Arizona NA website: www.arizona-na.org.

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Trying to escape from a giant spider decoration is local Soroptimist President Candace Conte. The Soroptimist International of Zane Grey Country recently hosted the fall meeting of Soroptimist District 3 at the Mazatzal Hotel & Casino. In addition to some Halloween fun, attendees were given updates on the group’s programs and activities. Among those attending were Ede Ashmus, Jean Oliver, Margaret Holmes, Leilani Damon, Inga Chouinard, Cynthia Plants, Rose Harper, Lani Shaver, Carol Blann and Vliet Hulse.

Rim Country CoDA mountain biking trails Payson and the surrounding area has to offer. For more information or questions, please call 928-4786203.

Republicans host Mayor-Elect

The Rim Country Republican Club meets Monday, Nov. 28 at Tiny’s Family Restaurant, 600 E. Hwy. 260, Payson. Members and guests may gather at 11 a.m. to order lunch and to socialize. Beginning at 11:30 a.m., the speaker will be MayorElect Craig Swartwood, who will discuss his plans and vision for the Town of Payson.

Everyone is welcome to attend. Call Nancy Cox at 928472-1172 for more information.

Payson Elks Lodge

The Lodge still needs all sizes of new sweatshirts and

pants for veterans, also slippers and white T-shirts. The goal is 120 gift bags to be delivered to the Prescott VA. Volunteers are being sought to take a child or two shopping for clothes on December 3. If you can help, there is a sign-up sheet in the inner lobby of the Lodge, 1206 N. Beeline Hwy. Tickets are available for the New Year’s Eve celebration, which will feature the Duets program. The cost is $30 per person with a choice of lobster tail or prime rib.

Bridge results Winners of Ladies Tuesday Bridge Nov. 15 were: Carol Blann, first; Hilda Jungblut, second; Connie Gyde, third.

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

For information and reservations, call Hilda Jungblut at 928-

468-2137.

Winners at Wednesday Bridge for Nov. 16 were: Emilie and John York, first; Mary Kastner and Tim Demaray, second; Andy Lafrenz and George Aucott, third.

For information and reservations, call Kay Hutchinson at 928-474-0287.

Radio Control flyers Rim Country Flyers is the local club for RC airplane/helicopter/drone flyers. It has a local flying field and, if a novice, instructors to get you started.

Visit rimcountryflyers.com or call Jason at 928-478-6234.

Alcoholics Anonymous Alcoholics Anonymous is a fellowship of men and women who share their experience, strength, and hope with each other to help others recover from alcoholism.

Co-Dependents Anonymous (CoDA) is a 12-step fellowship of women and men whose common purpose is to develop healthy relationships. We gather together to support and share with each other in a journey of self discovery — learning to love ourselves.

Meeting time is from 5:30 p.m. to 7 p.m. every Tuesday at St. Philip’s Catholic Church (education building to right of church), 511 S. St. Philips St., Payson.

For more information, contact Sharon 480-244-1393 or Diane 928-468-1852.

Celebrate Recovery

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

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SPORTS

Tuesday, November 22, 2016

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Horns tackle 14 spots on All-3A East team Six make first team by

Keith Morris

roundup sports editor

Payson’s strong football season ended last weekend.

But the accolades are now starting to roll in for a Longhorns team that proved capable of competing with some of the best teams in the state.

Fourteen Payson players received recognition in the All-3A East Football Team in voting by coaches.

Six Longhorns — seniors J.T. Dolinich, Korben White, Dailin Keith, Jeremiah Hamm, Trey Glasscock and Angel Jacquez — made the first team. Dolinich (RB), White (OL) and Keith (TE) were recognized for their play on offense, while Hamm (DL), Glasscock (DE) and Jacquez were honored on defense.

Five more Longhorns made the second team, along with White, who was also honored at linebacker on defense. Senior quarterback Ryan Ricke and junior lineman Sammy Bland made the second team offense, with senior Emerson Carr (DL) and senior Cameron Ross (DB) joining White on the second team defense.

Senior kicker Kenny Ayres was voted second team special teams.

Like White, Bland was also recognized for his play on both sides of the ball. He was honorable mention on defense. Joining him were a trio of juniors — Trent Cline (OL), DiAndre Terry (DB) and Julian Parker (DB).

Glasscock also earned All-Division 4 Section 1 First Team recognition at defensive end last season. He was one of just three first-team honorees and one of just four making either the first or second team for Payson a year ago.

Payson went 6-6 this season, reaching the Class 3A State Quarterfinals.

The Longhorns finished third in the 3A East with a 3-2 record.

Show Low won the region championship. Show Low quarterback Rhett Ricedorff was voted Offensive Player of the Year.

J.R. Fox from runner-up Snowflake was named Defensive Player of the Year.

Show Low’s Randy Ricedorff was voted Coach of the Year.

“It’s just a tremendous testament to how talented our players were this year,” said Payson head coach Jake Swartwood.

“I always feel that opposing coaches’ recognition of another team’s

Photos by Keith Morris/Roundup

J.T. Dolinich tries to escape the grasp of Phoenix Northwest Christian’s Caleb Egherman in the 3A quarterfinals. Dolinich is one of six Longhorns voted to the All-3A East Football First Team and one of 14 Payson players receiving some form of recognition on the team.

J.T. Dolinich

Trey Glasscock

Jeremiah Hamm

Dailin Keith

Angel Jacquez

Korben White

Coach Jake Swartwood is a finalist for the Arizona Republic’s Small School Coach of the Year award after guiding the Longhorns to their first playoff win in eight years. players is the highest of compliments to an individual. Six of our players being selected to the first team is

• See Longhorn gridders, page 14

Trey Glasscock sacks Fountain Hills quarterback Garrett Renner during the Longhorns’ 24-0 win on Sept. 2. The senior was voted All-3A East First Team Defense, the second straight year he’s made the region/section first team.

Trio from Payson win Punt, Pass & Kick Section

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William Hubbard competing in the local competition in September. He won the 12-13 boys age group then and again in the NFL Punt, Pass & Kick Section Competition last weekend.

Three Payson residents won their divisions in the NFL Punt, Pass & Kick Sectional Competition at Rumsey Park on Saturday, Nov. 12.

Twelve youngsters from the Northern Region qualified for the sectional competition based on their performances in their local competitions.

In boys competition, Payson’s Logan Nichols (ages 6-7), Xavier Kendall (ages 10-11) and William Hubbard (ages 12-13) all won.

The sectional champions don’t automatically advance to the Team Championships. First-place scores from all the Sectional Competitions

with the region must be ranked to determine the top four first-place finishers.

Those that qualify for the Team Championship will compete on Saturday, Dec. 2 at the Arizona Cardinals Practice Facility in conjunction with the Arizona Cardinals vs. Washington Redskins NFL game on Dec. 3.

The top four scores from all Team Championships first-place finalists in each age division in both the boys and girls groups advance to the National Finals.

These 40 winners plus one parent or guardian will travel to the National Finals.

PPK Sectional Girls 6-7 1. Abigail Hopple, Prescott Valley, 28 feet 8 inches 14-15 1. Amber Antonetti, Prescott Valley, 52-6 Boys 6-7 1. Logan Nichols, Payson, 85-1 8-9 1. Dylan Williams,

Prescott Valley, 122-5 2. Zachary Young, Payson, 92-3 10-11 1. Xavier Kendall, Payson, 175-11 2. Caleb Zorich, Prescott Valley, 136-1 12-13 1. William Hubbard, Payson, 183-4 14-15 1. Joshua Grant, Prescott Valley, 323-0

Election results impact Arizona outdoor recreation activities The presidential election results direct impact include the new director will have an impact on many out- for the Department of Agriculture who door recreation activities right here in oversees the U.S. Forest Service and Arizona. the new director of the Environmental Whoever is selected to Protection Agency. lead the Department of the rim country Many outdoor enthusiasts Interior will manage the fishing report have been outspoken about activities of the U.S. Fish & the abuse of the Endangered Wildlife Service (USFWS).

Species Act to limit access to The USFWS will also have federal lands and to restrict a new director appointed hunting, ranching and fishing rights. The vast majorby the Trump administraity of federally owned land tion leadership team as well is located in eleven western as USFWS Regional Office Directors across the country. states, so hopefully, appointees to these positions will Listeners and readers James have experience with the will recall that last month Goughnour real issues facing all outdoor a Federal Court ordered the enthusiasts who live in the USFWS to develop a Mexican Gray Wolf Management Plan by the West. Several names from Arizona end of November 2017. A new lead- political and state agencies are under ership team will certainly have an consideration to serve the new adminimpact on the wolf management plan istration. going forward.

The state selection committee has Other positions that will have a forwarded three names to Governor

Ducey for selection of the next commissioner for the AZGFD. Kurt Davis, Jim Unmacht and Richard Searle were selected from six candidates who were interviewed before the committee.

The incoming commissioner selection is typically announced in early December.

Roosevelt, Apache fishing fair Fishing conditions on Roosevelt and Apache Lake were called fair to good this past week. Colder ambient and water temperatures are causing a transitional pattern for bass, crappie and other species. The water temperature is now in the mid 60’s on most days.

Successful techniques and baits reported this week include top-water, spinner-baits, paddle-tail swimbaits, a drop-shot, Texas-rig and spoons.

The water clarity remains very clear except for some areas where the Salt River enters the lake.

Roosevelt Lake currently stands at 35 percent full with a slight increase in the lake level being reported each day.

The Salt River is flowing at 60 percent of its normal rate for this time of year while the Tonto Creek is flowing at about 30 percent.

Crappie fishing on Roosevelt and Apache Lakes is reported to be good to very good. Anglers continue to report large schools of crappie in 20-25 feet depths.

Grub-tail jigs fished on a light line and a light power fishing rod can be great fun this time of year. Several anglers are reporting catching yellow bass which looks like a cross between a crappie and a striped bass. Yellow bass which are easily identified by their yellow belly are fun to catch and excellent tasting.

Rim lakes conditions good Rim lakes fishing conditions were reported as good recently.

Temperatures are below freezing in the mornings now for most lakes on top of the Rim, so not many anglers are making the trip. Anglers are reporting that both wet and dry flies, Powerbait and salmon eggs are working extremely well on lakes and streams throughout Rim Country.

Green Valley Lake fishing excellent Fishing at Green Valley Lake is reported to be excellent. Every other week during the cooler months, the lakes are stocked with about 700 pounds of rainbow trout. Green Valley Lake offers an excellent opportunity to catch 12- to 13-inch trout. Wet and dry flies, Powerbait, and small spinner-baits were the favorite baits reported.

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

James Goughnour owns Rim Country Custom Rods (480) 495-1351

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Payson Roundup SPORTS Tuesday, November 22, 2016

Longhorn gridders rake in all-region recognition

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Linebacker Korben White lays a big hit on Northwest Christian running back Caleb Egherman. White made first team offense and second team defense on the All-3A East Team.

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Jeremiah Hamm dives trying to tackle a Round Valley player.

The senior made first team all-region on defense.

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Dailin Keith earned first team honors at tight end.

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Angel Jacquez made the first team at cornerback.

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a great compliment to the team and players.”

Swartwood led the No. 15 seeded Longhorns to their first playoff win in eight years, a 7-6 upset of No. 2 Snowflake in the first round of the playoffs.

He is a finalist for the Arizona Republic’s Small Schools Coach of the Year Award.

The Longhorns almost beat No. 1 Show Low and gave both Round Valley, the No. 1 seed for the 2A playoffs, and Snowflake, fierce battles during the regular season.

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Black Team wins in men’s golf

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The Black Team beat the White Team 12-11 in the Payson Men’s Golf Association Black & White Tournament on Nov. 9 at Payson Golf Course.

The format featured best ball play for the first six holes, individual matches for the next six and a two-man scramble for the final six.

The Black Team featured Tim Ernst, Tim Hughes, Ed Bossert, Lou Crabtree, Jim Livingstone, Alex Armenta, Larry Smith, John Calderwood, Dennis Schwebs, Jim Kennedy, Ron Fischer and Bill Mullins.

Doug Magnuson found the cup from 20 feet 4 inches to win the longest putt on No. 18.

Terry Lindsey was closest to the pin on two holes. After claiming that prize by putting his drive 39 feet from the cup on the second hole, he got within 17 feet 3 inches on No. 17.

He took home the award for Most Closest To The Pins for the season at the annual PMGA Banquet held on Nov. 7.

Other closest-to-the-pin winners included: Jim Dalglish (No. 5, 4-6), Ed Bossert (No. 8, 3-7 ¼) and Franke Brown (No. 14, 5-2).

Leading money winner Lou Crabtree took home the PMGA Most Improved Golfer award at the banquet.

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