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It’s that time of year in Rim Country

BY TERESA MCQUERREY RIM REVIEW EDITOR

It’s that time of year — Time to put on the grubby clothes and sturdy work boots and get ready for fall and winter.

Rumor has it we are likely to have a wet one with El Niño in the long-range weather models.

Checking online with the Old Farmer’s Almanac you will find free information for only September through the first week of November.

This week, through Sept. 19, it is warming up and then expect it to be hot and dry next week; the last few days of the month will be windy and cool, become milder and then turn wet.

The folks at the Old Farmer’s Almanac forecast a mostly fair October, with an occasional chance of showers and then Oct. 20-23 it is supposed to turn clear and hot; followed by unsettled conditions, leading to a cloudy first week of November with the chance of a storm system from the Pacific bringing rain from California to Arizona.

The Harris-Mann Climatology website

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Summer is slipping by and will soon be in our rearview mirrors.

Autumn officially arrives Tuesday, Sept. 23. It’s time to start getting ready for cooler weather, including more rain and snow predicted in November.

predicts Payson will have highs ranging around 77 for October and lows around 42, with 2.14 inches of rain and maybe a tenth of an inch of snow; through November things will start to cool with highs around 65 and lows around 32, then the wet sets in, Harris-Mann predicts at least 2 inches of rain and 2.6 inches of snow during the month. Come December, the snow starts to fly, highs will be around 57 and lows about 27, with 2.15 inches rain and 4.4 inches of

snow; January highs will be about 57 and lows about 28, 2.87 inches of rain is predicted and as much as 6 inches of snow.

February highs will give us all a false sense of spring as the forecast has them around 61, with lows about 30, 2.88 inches of rain is in the forecast along with a whopping 6.2 inches of snow; March will be warm, with highs around 62 and lows about 30, the prediction is for 2.95 inches of rain and, surprisingly, 5.2 inches of snow; and then April arrives with highs averaging a predicted 70 and lows around 34, the rain tapers off to around 1.26 inches, but the possibility of 3.2 inches of snow remains in the forecast.

The accuracy of this forecast remains to be seen, but it’s better to be prepared than not. So, to help readers get set for the change of seasons — the first day of fall is Tuesday, Sept. 23 — we are bringing you information about fall and winter auto care and driving; gardening and winterizing your yard and home; and staying safe in the event of an emergency. A few decorating tidbits are tucked in the following pages as well.

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Winter travel preparation checklist Fall is a time to prepare homes, vehicles and even our psyches for the arrival of winter.

To get your car cold-weather ready, check and repair these items now.

• Tire pressure can drop in cold weather. When tires are underinflated, you lose fuel efficiency, so monitor and maintain tire pressure throughout the winter.

• Those who live in particularly cold climates should switch from all-season to winter tires.

Much as you wear winter boots to provide more traction and protection than sneakers, so should you equip your vehicle with tires that will stand up to winter terrain.

• Check on the status of your battery and its starting power.

Cold weather can put more strain on a car battery. A battery that is already weak may not turn over when you need it most.

Metro Creative Services photo • Replace worn wiper blades Winter storms often make for unsafe driving conditions, and motorists must alter their habits when and upgrade to a windshield making winter trips. fluid that is rated for subzero temperatures. Each of these making its presence felt. can hinder cold-weather starts items will improve visibility • Schedule an oil change at and, if coupled with low coolant when winter precipitation is the beginning of winter. Dirty oil levels, can make it difficult for

the engine to turn over.

• Keep jumper cables, a battery booster pack and warning cones in your vehicle. These can come to the rescue if your battery dies and you’re stranded on the side of the road.

• While you’re stocking the trunk or cargo bed, include a shovel, sand or cat litter, a flashlight, an ice scraper, water, and a blanket. These are good emergency items to have in the event your car breaks down in the winter. You can dig your tires out of a snowdrift with the shovel and apply litter to increase traction.

The blanket will come in handy if you have to sit in a cold car for a while awaiting roadside service.

• Consider taking a winter driving course — after all, it has been awhile since we have had much in the way of snow on Rim Country roads. Icy, snowy conditions completely change the defensive tactics needed to navigate the roads — and avoid less winter-ready drivers.

A prepared driver is one who is more likely to avoid accidents and make it home safely.

How to stay safe on winter’s roads in Rim Country ter can employ the following strategies to ensure they safely arrive at their destinations.

• Consider winter tires. Many drivers are unsure if they need winter tires. All-season tires may suffice for those drivers who live in regions where heavy snowfall is uncommon. But winter tires are designed to perform when the temperatures are especially cold and in driving conditions featuring ice, slush and snow. Drivers who live in regions where snowfall is significant, or even expected to be significant, may want to install winter tires just to be on the safe side. Some drivers mistakenly believe that vehicle fea-

tures such as anti-lock braking systems and traction control make their tires more capable of handling wintry roads. But such features do not provide more traction. ABS and traction control only prevent drivers from over-braking or overpowering the traction of their tires. Only better tires will improve traction.

• Drive slowly. Many drivers mistakenly believe they only need to drive slow when snow is falling. But winter weather can make roadways unsafe even in areas that have not witnessed a single snowflake fall from the sky. Wet winter roads can quickly turn into icy winter

roads, and no ABS system or traction control device can prevent a car that’s traveling too fast from skidding out. Poor visibility is another reason to drive slowly in winter. Peripheral vision is often compromised when driving in winter, as dirt, salt or sand buildup on windshields and side windows and mirrors can make it hard for motorists to fully view their surroundings.

Even if your vision is not compromised, a fellow motorist’s might be. So ease up on the gas pedal in winter so you have more time to react to potentially adverse conditions.

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Many people will remember the winter of 2013-14 for all the wrong reasons. Record low temperatures and heavy snowfall were the story last winter — at least in the Midwest and East.

With winter now on the horizon once again, many motorists are looking for ways to ensure their daily commutes or holiday trips to visit family and friends are as safe as possible.

When wintry conditions, including snowfall, compromise driving conditions, it’s best for motorists to stay home. But avoiding roadways altogether is not always an option, so motorists who simply must venture out onto the roadways this win-

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Common sense caution best for winter driving Continued from page 3

• Don’t drive too closely to other motorists. In addition to driving slowly, motorists also should leave extra room between their vehicles and the vehicles in front of them. In such conditions, for every 10 miles per hour, drive a minimum of four car lengths behind the motorist in front of you.

So if you are driving 50 miles per hour, be sure to leave 20 car lengths between you and the car ahead of you. This gives you ample time to react and builds in some extra response time should your visibility be compromised.

• Maintain your vehicle. A vehicle should be maintained regardless of the season, but it’s especially important that your vehicle perform at its

peak in winter.

A vehicle’s battery and windshield wipers are a winter driver’s best friend, but only if they are operating at optimal capacity.

Being stranded on a roadside in winter is more dangerous than in any other time of year. That’s because driver visibility is more compromised in winter, and it can be hard for motorists to see or avoid vehicles on the side of the road.

Maintain proper fluid levels and make sure your battery is charged and the gas tank is full before making any winter trips.

Wintry conditions often make driving especially hazardous. But drivers who adopt certain habits when driving in winter can greatly reduce their risk of accidents.

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Community Garden grows more than vegetables

BY MICHELE NELSON RIM REVIEW WRITER

Roger Kreimeyer, administrator for the Payson Community Garden said the miracles the garden grows each year surprises him the most.

“It’s one of Payson’s miracles.

I couldn’t have predicted it. I’ve had things happen,” he said.

Kreimeyer told the story of how someone spread seven truckloads of manure and no one knows who did the work.

“We had one fellow with a bobcat who told us, ‘It’s going to take me weeks to spread that manure.’ So he went on the radio and asked for help. Then he went home for lunch. When he came back in the evening, all the manure was spread. To this day we do not know who spread the manure.”

Another miracle? The interfaith nature of the project.

“We have six churches, receiving food, donating land, and providing education,” he said.

The University of Arizona has also provided guidance and education.

“Chris Jones from the U of A will have a class in the garden,” said Kreimeyer, “and the U of A has been up from Casa Grande.”

He also praised the help from the Eagle Scouts and the LDS missionaries that laid patio pavers for the wheelchairbound to get to their garden boxes built by the students from the Payson High School woodshop class. He said the Eagle Scouts have built numerous projects that add value to the garden.

This year, patio planter tubs just inside the entrance perk up the bulletin board area. The garden shed has a new coat of paint and better flooring. Besides hydroponics, the Community Garden folks have set up a hybrid hydroponic and dirt planter box combo for patio farmers.

Kreimeyer said the results

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The Payson Community Garden has more than 450 pumpkins to sell starting Oct. 1. The pumpkin harvest sold out in two days last year.

have been mixed.

“We’re still working out the kinks. The plumbing tends to get gunked up,” he said.

But Kreimeyer said no one plans on giving up the experiment.

Another project the garden organizers are working on: A recommended list of plants, including the varieties based on a survey of gardeners, even down to how the produce tasted.

“Payson Community Garden will have a recommended list of plants based on success, experience and which strains work,” he said. “We are going to try to say a little bit why they liked them, (and then) we’re going to give the list to local vegetable providers.”

Kreimeyer praised the volunteering because that is at the heart and soul of the garden.

“I did not expect people to be so supportive in their volunteering and donations (but) I think it worked quite well. We had people who were mentors, will-

ing to help in any capacity,” he said. “People are being thoughtful ... we’ve had wonderful experiences in the garden.”

Kreimeyer said the garden just received a donation of lumber. Other people have donated PVC pipe and cement. Even the garden shed was donated.

But only the donation of labor makes it all work.

This year, the Community Garden added more teams to the jobs available for volunteers.

“We had a number of teams,” said Kreimeyer.

Hydroponics, butterfly garden, motor pool (in charge of the wheelbarrows, carts, and rototillers), painters, carpenters, monitors, mentors and the water committee.

Kreimeyer said water is the greatest expense for the Community Garden.

“We spend the most money on water, half of our budget,” he said.

During peak demand in the months of May and June,

Kreimeyer said the garden uses 25,000 gallons a day.

“We are constantly recommending water wise (methods) and (use of) drip systems,” he said, “but there is hand watering going on.”

Gardeners working in the garden said this year was so windy and dry they had to use extra water just so their plants would survive.

At the same time, to help monitor the garden for drip system issues or diseased plants or weeds, a group makes the rounds each week with various stakes they place in a plot to alert the owner to the problems.

“We try to put friendly reminders ... people have been really responsive to our suggestions,” said Kreimeyer.

“A lot of times a problem is taken care of before a stake is put up.”

The donations to the food banks have been respectable.

“We donated 500 pounds last week,” said Kreimeyer.

But the production has been down this year, said Dave Rank, official garden donation manager.

Donations have weighed in at 5,125 pounds, but the harvest has just started in earnest. Last year the final total came in at 10,700 pounds.

Rank said that production is down and he believes it is due to a lack of bees.

But the pumpkin production looks good.

Kreimeyer said the pumpkin sale is slated to start on Oct. 1.

“Last year we sold out in two days,” he said.

Yet Kreimeyer said the main miracle of the garden is how it brings everyone together.

“People come together ... talking to each other and sharing ideas,” he said. “In a community often fractured by different ideas, we see that melting in the Community Garden.”

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Gardening until December in Rim Country

BY MICHELE NELSON RIM REVIEW WRITER

Yep. A Rim Country gardener can continue to grow produce from now until Christmas.

But Glen McCombs of Plant Fair Nursery says even he gets tired of gardening after that.

McCombs said he relishes letting his garden remain fallow during the winter months, except for the bulbs, garlic and onions, along with tulips, daffodils, and bearded iris that rest underground to burst forth with the warming spring sun.

However, starting now until early October, McCombs said gardeners may plant cruciferous vegetables — broccoli, cauliflower, bok choy and cabbage — and harvest until December.

“These are crops that will take the cold,” said McCombs.

He also said gardeners can plant leafy greens such as lettuce and kale.

“At the Community Garden, they did an experiment mixing lettuce and kale seeds with sand and spreading it around.

They now can’t keep up with the harvest. Of course the rains helped,” he said.

He strongly suggests using a frost cloth with the leafy greens to protect them against frost.

“Only a frost cloth will do, it allows in air and light,” he said.

McCombs said he has a hand out at Plant Fair Nursery on winter vegetables to plant, but he will also put on a class at the Community Garden on the topic.

For those interested in a bit of flower power for the winter, pansies will survive even a dump of snow.

“We have seen three feet of snow and pulled it off and the pansies are growing underneath,” he said. “They are ill named.”

Other flowers pretty good at handling the cold are snapdragons, violas and dianthus.

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Leafy greens can be planted in the cooler temperatures of autumn, these include lettuces and kale. They should be protected by a frost cloth though.

“In winter, everything slows he said.

In terms of garden mainteHope that includes weeds! nance and preparation for down, especially winter crops,” spring crops, McCombs said the fall is a great time to rake up all of the dead fruit tree leaves, berry and grape leaves and toss them into the compost.

“The leaves can breed disease,” he said.

The only things to avoid putting into compost are any plants and leaves from the deadly nightshade family. These include tomatoes, peppers and eggplant.

Once cold nights hit, McCombs suggests draining drip systems to avoid pipes freezing and bursting.

For the soil, McCombs said a good dosing of organic blood and bone meal or his magic mixture of ingredients available at the nursery will help the gardener prepare for the spring.

“We definitely believe in organics,” he said.

But late in the year gardeners Nelson photo will not have to worry as much When cleaning up the garden, remember to not put debris from tomatoes, peppers Michele and eggplants in the compost pile. They are part of the nightshade family, which is deadly. about pests.

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Preparing outdoor spaces for winter weather As quickly as autumn weather arrives it seems to move aside for the blustery, cold days of winter.

Winter can catch a person off guard and the seasons are now less predictable than ever before.

It’s never too early to begin preparing your yard and outdoor living spaces for winter. Homeowners may be sad to bid farewell to the furniture and accessories of the fair-weather season, but time is of the essence when prepping for impending ice and snow.

• Clean patio furniture. Give cushions and structures a thorough cleaning and allow to dry completely. Cleaning items before storing them for the winter saves time and energy next year when it’s time once again to set up the yard for recreation. If anything is damaged beyond repair, discard it and look for replacements during end-of-season sales when savings can be had.

• Move things indoors. The more items you can store in a safe and secure location the better. Load the garage, basement or storage shed with outdoor gear. Leaving items exposes them to the elements and such exposure can cause rust, wear and damage. Flowerpots and lawn ornaments also can blow around in winter wind or collapse under the weight of the snow, so collect these items and store them for the winter as well. Take out patio umbrellas and put them in the shed. If something is too large to move indoors, such as a barbecue or a pool filter, cover it with a durable tarp and secure it with rope.

• Cover delicate trees. Depending on where you live, certain fruit trees, including fig trees, may need to be covered for the winter. Covering protects them from subfreezing temperatures and helps ensure they will rebound in the spring. Tropical plants should be moved indoors where they can thrive in a heated

home. Do not rip out chrysanthemum plants. Contrary to popular belief, these are not annuals.

They will rebloom year after year if allowed to do so.

• Remove water collectors.

Bring in or cover anything that may accumulate water, such as birdbaths or toys. Water expands when frozen, and that means water trapped in any ceramic, glass or even plastic vessel can expand and cause the container to crack.

• Clean up leaves and debris.

Piles of leaves not only can suffocate a lawn and cause discoloration, but also can be attractive homes for rodents and insects looking for a warm place to spend their winters. Keep your yard neat and clean to discourage wildlife from taking up residence near your home.

• Cover vegetable and flowerbeds. Invest in some burlap to place over planting beds.

This helps to keep the ground from freezing over and minimizes weeds for next season.

• Care for outdoor ponds. If you have a pond on your property, remove any weeds around it and fish out any leaves from the water. Leaves will decay in the water and build up ammonia levels that can harm fish. If the pond is small, cover it for the winter.

Also, start cutting back on feeding outdoor fish. These aquatic animals’ bodies begin to prepare for winter by slowing down metabolism. Continuing to feed them can harm the fish when the temperature drops.

• Plant spring bulbs now.

Now is a good time to plan where you want to put spring bulbs.

Once you have mapped things out, get the bulbs in the ground.

Bulbs are relatively inexpensive and will provide that first punch of color when winter finally skips town.

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Autumn is a busy time for preparing your home and yard for the arrival of winter weather. Removing debris, including dead leaves, from a lawn before the arrival of winter weather can help prevent suffocation.

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Winterize home against harsh weather

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Installing a fresh furnace filter is one way to ensure the furnace runs smoothly through the winter.

homes might want to add some extra insulation up there, especially those who recall feeling cold inside their homes last winter, which is often a telltale sign of improper insulation in a home. A good rule of thumb when determining if your attic needs more insulation is to look for the ceiling joists. If you can see the joists, then you need more insulation.

• Address leaky windows and doors. Sometimes attic insulation is not the culprit when it comes to a cold home. Oftentimes, leaky windows and doors are the real bad guys in a drafty home. Fall is a great time to inspect for leaky windows and doors, as the wind outside can serve as your partner. When the wind outside is blowing, take a tour of your home’s windows and doorways, standing next to them to determine if there are any holes or leaks that are letting outdoor air in. If you notice any leaks beneath exterior doors, install some door sweeps to keep outdoor air where it be-

longs — or gather some scraps of material and a couple bags of dried beans and make a “draft dodger/ snake.” Leaks around windows can be snuffed out with caulk or weather stripping.

• Test the furnace. Homeowners typically do not devote much thought to their furnaces in spring, summer and fall. But with winter on the horizon, fall is the time to test the furnace to make sure it’s ready for the months ahead. Expect a somewhat foul yet brief odor to appear when starting the furnace.

That odor should dissipate shortly, but if it does not go away, then your furnace is likely in need of repair. But even if the smell does not stick around, you might want to have the furnace cleaned by a professional anyway. Such cleanings ensure the furnace works efficiently throughout the winter.

continually dropping temperatures are on the horizon, and fall is the perfect time to service the home furnace to ensure it is ready to withstand the demands of winter.

Furnace maintenance should be done on a regular basis. The best time to do so is in late summer or early fall, when you still have enough time to address any problems before it gets too cold outside.

HVAC system malfunctions are typically caused by one of a handful of common problems.

Inspecting certain components can help to guarantee a furnace is in working order when the first cold days arrive.

FILTER AND AIR INTAKES

After several months of running the air conditioning, the filter on the heating and cooling system may need to be changed. Check the condition of the filter to see if it is heavily soiled.

HOW TO INSPECT YOUR FURNACE It is almost time to bid adieu Furnace filters are relatively into the warm days of summer. expensive. Since this thin Chilly afternoons followed by See There’s a lot, page 11 L

Autumn is a beautiful time of year marked by welcoming cooler temperatures and the natural beauty of leaves changing colors. Autumn also has a tendency to fly by, as if the powerful weather of winter simply cannot wait to make its presence felt.

With such a seemingly short time between the end of summer and the dawn of winter, homeowners know they don’t have too many weekends in between to prepare their homes for the potentially harsh months ahead.

But such preparation — often referred to as winterizing — can make a home more comfortable when the mercury dips below freezing, while saving homeowners substantial amounts of money along the way.

• Clean the gutters. Leaves falling in fall can be a beautiful sight to behold, but many of those leaves are likely finding their way into your gutters, where they can lodge and cause a host of problems down the road. If the leaves and additional debris, such as twigs and dirt, that pile up in your gutters are not cleared out before the first winter storm, the results can be costly and even catastrophic.

Winter rain and snowfall needs a place to go upon hitting your roof, and gutters facilitate the travel of such precipitation from your roof into street-level drainage systems. If gutters are backed up with leaves and other debris, then ice dams may form, forcing water to seep in through the roof. That damage can be costly and can even cause the roof to collapse inward in areas with heavy snowfall.

Clean gutters throughout the fall, especially if your property has many trees, and be sure to check gutters one last time before the arrival of winter.

• Tend to your attic. Homeowners who have attics in their

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Rid your home of drafts to keep energy costs down interior space from the outdoors, as many attics are directly vented to the roof. To determine if there is a leak, turn on the attic light, close the attic door, and check to see if you can see the light on from below.

If you can, then there is a gap letting both the light and air escape.

In addition to using flexible rubber around the opening of the attic to better seal the door when it is closed, you can think about adding a thicker, more insulated door.

DRYER VENTS

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from may help you to seal out drafty. In such homes, a large unwanted cold air more effec- hole is cut out of the ceiling so tively. residents can access the attic.

So instead of thick insulation, ATTIC Homes that feature attics these homes may only have a with pull-down stairs tend to be sheet of plywood blocking your

The standard home laundry dryer vents outdoors via an exhaust duct. This duct is open to the outdoors and it may be letting cold air into the home.

That’s because there is typically a flimsy flapper made of sheet metal on the outside of the vent to help protect against air infiltration.

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Think about what it might be like if you turned up the heat and then opened all of the windows in your home. All of that warm air would rush right out, and you would be left with a cold home and a hefty heating bill.

A home that is full of drafts is inefficient and expensive. And drafty homes are not just a problem when the weather is cold, as air that seeps in when you’re trying to keep the home cool can be an inefficient nuisance as well.

Higher energy bills and wasted resources do not have to be tolerated if you simply scour your home for drafts, sealing them to cut energy costs and make the home more comfortable.

Drafts are often small cracks around windows and doors, but there are many other places where drafts can form.

Knowing some of the less visible spots where drafts come

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barrier will be responsible for cleaning the air you breathe, it is important to keep a fresh filter in the unit. A clogged, dirty filter will reduce the efficiency of the HVAC system and may contribute to poor indoor air and allergies.

Check the air intakes around the house for obstructions. Do not place furniture directly in front of intakes or venting that delivers air to the home, as this can compromise air flow and force the unit to work harder. Without adequate air flow through the system, the furnace may not turn on.

Many systems also have some sort of external vent or exhaust pipe. Check that the area is free of leaves, debris and animal nests. Again, any blockages can impede the efficiency of the unit or cause it to fail.

homeowner has spent money to have a service person come out to examine the furnace, only to learn they only need a new thermostat or battery in the thermostat.

Check the thermostat against a separate thermometer to ensure that it is reading the right temperature in the house. Raise the setting a few degrees to test if the heat kicks on.

FUEL

Furnaces are powered by various energy sources. Electricity, gas or oil may be involved in the process. If fuel is not being delivered to the furnace, the pilot will not light and warm the air to be blown through the house.

Some systems have an emergency shutoff switch that will halt fuel delivery to the unit. It’s easy for these switches to be flipped accidentally if a furnace is located in a high-traffic area. Make sure the switch THERMOSTAT is in the “on” position before reporting a Very often a furnace may not turn over problem. because the thermostat is faulty. Many a In addition to these steps, you may want

to vacuum the vent screens around the house. This will reduce the amount of dust blown around. Also, if the furnace exhausts into a flue, be sure that the exhaust route is clear so that carbon monoxide does not back up into the home.

Many homeowners are fully capable of inspecting their furnaces to ensure they are ready for winter. If anything seems out of place or malfunctions, consult with an HVAC professional to make repairs.

• Clean the garage. You might not mind parking in the driveway during the warmer months of the year, but why subject your vehicles to harsh winter weather if you don’t have to? Clean the garage in the fall so you have an indoor parking spot throughout the winter season. Protecting your car from the elements can add years to its life and also saves you the trouble of digging your car out of the snow.

Fall is a time of year for homeowners to spend a weekend or two preparing their homes for the often harsh weather that awaits when winter arrives.

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But over time, dryer lint can accumulate at the vent opening, causing the metal flapper to stay open when it should close. Homeowners can invest in dryer seals that close the vent when the dryer is not in use. Not only does this prevent cold air from entering the house, but also it keeps out pests, like bugs and rodents.

PIPES

Check pipes that exit the home, such as those that feed outdoor water spigots, as such pipes can let cold air back into the house.

The same can be said for waste pipes. Also, check to see if pipes that connect to garages, basements and crawl spaces are insulated.

Use sealant around these pipes to block drafts into the home. Foam insulation can be sprayed into small crevices, where it will expand and harden, blocking off air access.

These damp, cool spots are also great places for insects to enter the home. Sealing drafts also may prevent bugs from entering the home.

FIREPLACES

Although fireplaces often make for decorative and appealing accents to a home, many are not effective sources of ambient heat.

They may draw more warm air out of the flue than they bring into the house. When a fireplace is not in use, air can rise out of the chimney and a draft can be felt in the home. Some studies indicate that an open damper on an unused fireplace, even in a well-insulated home, can increase overall heating and cooling energy consumption by 30 percent.

If you simply must have a fireplace, remember to always keep the damper shut when the fireplace is not in use and use a glass cover you can seal tightly to further block the opening to the fireplace from your living space. Fireplace plugs, which can keep out drafts during the season when fireplaces are not in use, may also be a worthwhile investment.

ELECTRICAL OUTLETS

Outlets and light switches can be significant sources of drafts in a home. Check to see that the switch plates are secure. If drafts still come through, then employ outlet draft blockers to prevent cool air from entering the home and warm air from exiting it.

Homeowners can address drafts in a variety of ways. And doing so can make a home more comfortable and cut energy costs considerably.

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Don’t make home “too” airtight this winter According to the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency, inadequate ventilation in a home can increase indoor air pollution levels.

Those pollutant levels rise in a poorly ventilated home because not enough outdoor air is making its way into a home to dilute emissions from indoor sources of pollution.

In addition, in a poorly ventilated home, indoor air pollutants are not being carried out of the home, leaving the pollutants to linger and potentially putting the health of the home’s residents at risk.

Though it might seem counterintuitive to allow outdoor air into a home during winter, when such air tends to be at its coldest, such outdoor air can protect a home’s inhabitants from the immediate effects of indoor air pollution, which include irritation of the eyes, nose and throat, as well as headaches, dizziness and fatigue.

Long-term effects of prolonged exposure to indoor air pollution can include respiratory disease, heart disease and cancer.

But homeowners who want to increase outdoor air infiltration in their homes do not have to open the windows even when temperatures dip. A simple inspection of mechanical ventilation systems, such as bathroom and kitchen fans and air handling systems that employ fans and ducts to remove indoor air and distribute filtered and conditioned outdoor air throughout a home, may be all that’s necessary to ensure indoor air stays healthy during the winter.

If such systems are in need of repair, homeowners should ensure those repairs are made prior to the arrival of winter.

PLANTS IMPROVE INDOOR AIR

Indoor air quality is not often an issue in the warmer months, when many homeowners open their windows to let the fresh air of the great outdoors enter their

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The Gerber daisy is one of several plants that can improve indoor air. It needs ample sunlight, and tends to only withstand winters in warmer climates.

But homeowners who live in such climates may still keep their windows closed in winter, and those that do can use these colorful, low-maintenance flowers to remove trichloroethylene, a chemical that clothes may be exposed to during the dry cleaning process.

homes in abundance. But once the temperatures begin to dip and windows start to close, indoor air quality can suffer.

Musty air is not only uncomfortable, it’s also unhealthy.

Volatile organic compounds, or VOCs, can build up inside a home, especially when windows are kept shut for long stretches of time, which is often the case in winter.

Indoor plants can counter such stale air, in some cases filtering out VOCs to make the air inside a home more breathable and healthy.

The following are a handful of houseplants that can improve indoor air quality: • Aloe – Many of us know aloe for its restorative properties with regard to treating burns and cuts, but aloe also improves indoor air quality by helping to clear a home of the byproducts, including formaldehyde, of chem-

ical-based household cleaners.

Aloe loves the sun, so if you hope to keep an aloe plant healthy through the winter, be sure to place the plant in a window that gets lots of sun exposure throughout the day.

• Gerber daisy – Like aloe, a Gerber daisy needs ample sunlight, and tends to only withstand winters in warmer climates. But homeowners who live in such climates may still keep their windows closed in winter, and those that do can use these colorful, low-maintenance flowers to remove trichloroethylene, a chemical that clothes may be exposed to during the dry cleaning process.

• Golden pothos – The golden pothos can survive a winter, but homeowners should be careful not to let the plant dry out, which can happen if they are directly exposed to sunlight. A golden pothos vine will grow quickly, so

a hanging basket is a great way to keep one inside a home, where the plant can help fight formaldehyde.

• Ficus benjamina – Also known as a weeping fig, the ficus benjamina can be difficult to overwinter. But that does not mean your ficus benjamina, which can filter pollutants such as benzene, formaldehyde and trichloroethylene from a home, won’t make it through the winter.

You just need to figure out the right watering and light conditions for the plant. Such conditions can be discussed with a gardening professional.

• Warneck dracaena – The Warneck dracaena, or dracaena deremensis, fights pollutants created by varnishes and oils. The Warneck dracaena is a sturdy houseplant that is difficult to kill, but it still thrives in temperatures that are between 70 and 80 degrees.

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Storm damage: Prevention and getting through it Preparing for an unexpected emergency, especially one brought on by severe weather, is one of the most important ways you can protect your home and family.

Proactively addressing storm-related issues ranging from property damage to power outages can minimize a potentially disastrous situation.

Step 1: Verify your homeowners insurance covers storm damage Nearly all homeowners carry some form of insurance on their home. But policies can vary, and the aftermath of a powerful storm is no time to find out you’re underinsured.

Take time to review the policy every year at renewal time, and any time you make any significant improvements. Check that the coverage amount accurately reflects the finished square footage of your home. Also confirm that the replacement cost your homeowners insurance agent has determined is consistent with what you would expect to pay to rebuild your home.

In addition, take time to understand any exclusions, especially those for weather-related incidents. For example, many homeowners insurance policies do not automatically include flood protection.

Finally, take time to thoroughly document your personal possessions with video or still images and record their value. Store the documentation in a safe place. Not only will this help expedite your claim if you need to replace items, but you’ll have a list ready when you face the daunting task of replacing your belongings.

KEEP UP ON HOME MAINTENANCE

Stepping outside after a significant storm is no time to remember that you forgot to trim the tree or secure a loose section of fencing. Making time for ongoing home maintenance for exterior features, such as landscaping, decking, siding, roofing and shutters, will ensure they are in good function when bad weather strikes.

While little can be done to prevent damage from high-impact storms, routinely checking that everything is in good repair will minimize the chances of preventable destruction.

As you assess your home and yard, ask yourself: Are the trees and shrubs properly trimmed and set far enough away from structures that they are unlikely to topple in high winds? Are shutters affixed securely to the house? Are there any cracked or oth-

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More rain and snow than we have seen in recent years is predicted for the Rim Country this fall and winter, so start planning now to deal with weather-related emergencies at home and on the road.

erwise weakened windows that should be during an outage, allow more of a home’s replaced to prevent shattering during a lights and appliances — up to two AC units storm?

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Make a disaster preparedness plan It is important to make sure that the entire family is prepared and informed in the event of a disaster or emergency. You may not always be together when these events take place and should have plans for making sure you are able to contact and find one another.

The American Red Cross suggests some basic steps to make sure you remain safe: • Meet with your family or household members.

• Discuss how to prepare and respond to emergencies that are most likely to happen where you live, learn, work and play.

• Identify responsibilities for each member of your household and plan to work together as a team.

• If a family member is in the military, plan how you would respond if they were deployed.

• Plan what to do in case you are separated during an emergency.

• Choose two places to meet.

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Plan now to stay safe in winter’s storms Continued from page 16

• Food — non-perishable, easy-to-prepare items (threeday supply for evacuation, twoweek supply for home) • Flashlight • Battery-powered or handcrank radio (NOAA Weather Radio, if possible) • Extra batteries • First aid kit — details below • Medications (seven-day supply) and medical items • Multi-purpose tool • Sanitation and personal hygiene items • Copies of personal documents (medication list and pertinent medical information, proof of address, deed/lease to home, passports, birth certificates, insurance policies) • Cell phone with chargers • Family and emergency contact information • Extra cash • Emergency blanket • Map(s) of the area Consider the needs of all family members and add supplies to your kit.

Suggested items to help meet additional needs are: • Medical supplies (hearing aids with extra batteries, glasses, contact lenses, syringes, etc.)

• Baby supplies (bottles, formula, baby food, diapers) • Games and activities for children • Pet supplies (collar, leash, ID, food, carrier, bowl) • Two-way radios • Extra set of car keys and house keys • Manual can opener Additional supplies to keep at home or in your survival kit based on the types of disasters common to your area: • Whistle • N95 or surgical masks • Matches • Rain gear • Towels • Work gloves

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Make a list and check it twice. Get the supplies together you might need if you must ride out a winter storm at home or on the roadside. If you had an emergency supply kit created in the event of a fire this summer, make sure its contents are not out of date or damaged.

• Tools/supplies for securing your home • Extra clothing, hat and sturdy shoes • Plastic sheeting • Duct tape • Scissors • Household liquid bleach • Entertainment items • Blankets or sleeping bags THE WELL-STOCKED FIRST AID KIT

A well-stocked first aid kit is a handy thing to have. To be prepared for emergencies: • Keep a first aid kit in your home and in your car.

• Carry a first aid kit with you or know where you can find one.

• Find out the location of first aid kits where you work.

• First aid kits come in many shapes and sizes. You can purchase one from the Red Cross Store or your local American Red Cross chapter. Your local drug store may sell them. You can also make your own. Some kits are designed for specific activities, such as hiking, camping

or boating.

Whether you buy a first aid kit or put one together, make sure it has all the items you may need.

Also include any personal items such as medications and emergency phone numbers or other items your health care provider may suggest.

Check the kit regularly. Make sure the flashlight batteries work.

Check expiration dates and replace any used or out-of-date contents.

The Red Cross recommends that all first aid kits for a family of four include the following: • 2 absorbent compress dressings (5 x 9 inches) • 25 adhesive bandages (assorted sizes) • 1 adhesive cloth tape (10 yards x 1 inch) • 5 antibiotic ointment packets (approximately 1 gram) • 5 antiseptic wipe packets • 2 packets of aspirin (81 mg each)

• 1 blanket (space blanket) • 1 breathing barrier (with one-way valve) • 1 instant cold compress • 2 pair of nonlatex gloves (size: large) • 2 hydrocortisone ointment packets (approximately 1 gram each) • Scissors • 1 roller bandage (3 inches wide) • 1 roller bandage (4 inches wide) • 5 sterile gauze pads (3 x 3 inches) • 5 sterile gauze pads (4 x 4 inches) • Oral thermometer (non-mercury/nonglass) • 2 triangular bandages • Tweezers First aid instruction booklet Remember, weather might not be the only thing that forces us to hunker down at home or evacuate. Be prepared for anything, but stay positive about everything.

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Paint-free ways to brighten your home Autumn is a beautiful time of year marked by pleasant temperatures and colorful fall foliage. But as vibrant as nature can be in the weeks after summer has ended, homeowners know that the shortened days of autumn mean less light inside their homes, which can become dreary even in the weeks before the arrival of winter.

Many homeowners pick up their paintbrushes in an effort to make their homes more colorful.

But homeowners need not embrace their inner Picasso to brighten their home’s interior.

The following are a handful of paint-free ways to add some splashes of color to your home this fall.

• Bring nature inside — Flowers and plants can make colorful additions to a home’s interior. Flowers tend to be aromatic, which can make a stuffy house in which windows need to be kept closed a lot more pleasant. Plants and flowers also can improve indoor air quality. Several studies, including one published in the Journal for the American Society for Horticultural Science, have shown that houseplants improve indoor air quality by filtering out volatile organic compounds, or VOCs, that can be harmful to human health. That’s especially important come late fall and winter, when homeowners typically shut their windows and keep them shut until spring, making it difficult for fresh air to enter a home.

• Invest in some colorful throw pillows — Natural sunlight brightens a room come spring and summer. But sunlight is increasingly scarce as fall turns into winter, and rooms that do not boast too many colorful accents can quickly grow drab as summertime sunlight dwindles. Instead of buying new furniture, invest in some color-

that can effectively brighten a room without much effort or financial investment on the part of homeowners. When choosing a throw rug, find one that’s colorful but does not clash considerably with existing furnishings, as you don’t want the rug to draw attention for all the wrong reasons. You have more freedom with regard to rugs if you’re furnishing an empty room, as you can choose whichever rug you like and then choose additional furnishings based on the rug.

Homes tend to darken as late fall turns into winter. But homeowners can brighten their homes in various ways, even if they prefer not to paint.

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Colorful flowers and throw pillows can brighten a home’s interior with minimal financial investment on the part of homeowners.

ful throw pillows to give a room a more vibrant look. Patterns can be mixed and matched to provide some contrast and transform a room from somewhere to spend time into a sight to behold.

• Paper the walls — While many of today’s homeowners prefer paint to wallpaper, those who want a less permanent solution to brighten up their homes may want to consider removable wallpaper. Such paper is less expensive than traditional wallpaper, and many doit-yourselfers find removable wallpaper is easy to both install and remove. Choose a colorful pattern that can turn an otherwise plain wall into a potent palette that adds some life to your home’s interior. Because removable wallpaper does not require a significant financial

investment, you can experiment with various colors or change things up each month if you so desire.

• Add some artwork — Another way to add color to the walls inside your home without dusting off your paintbrush is to hang some colorful artwork.

Paintings that feature bold colors tend to draw your immediate attention when you enter a room, and that quality can make you forget the room is not benefiting from natural light. If you want to go the extra mile, find a painting that features colors which match throw pillows or other accessories in the room.

This way your walls and your accessories are working in concert to make a room more colorful.

• Rug it out — A patterned throw rug is another accessory

A home office is a necessity for many adults these days.

While some people have entire rooms available to house a home office, others have to make do with less space, and that can mean fitting an office into a tight space.

The first step in establishing a small home office is figuring out the space you have and any limitations that may accompany it. For example, maybe you have an unused corner in the living room, but don’t want to have wires and equipment out in the open. An armoire-type desk that can be closed when not in use is a viable option in such a situation.

Perhaps there is an unused closet in a bedroom. A wallmounted desk surface, such as a piece of custom-cut countertop material, complete with foldaway mouse and keyboard tray can easily turn the space into a compact nook.

Maybe there is an entryway with a small table that would be large enough for a laptop. A stool or ottoman that can be tucked under it can serve as a desk chair and extra seating for company.

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Invite more natural light into your home A dark home can be dreary and drain residents’ energy levels rather quickly. Natural light has the power to make a person feel more energized, and it also can buoy spirits. As a result, many homeowners want to increase the amount of natural light in their homes.

Increasing natural sunlight in a home reduces reliance on interior lighting. This reduces energy bills and lowers the home’s carbon footprint.

Natural light also can help people in a home feel happier and more content.

According to the National Institutes of Health, some people experience serious mood changes during the winter months. Dubbed seasonal affective disorder, or SAD, this condition may be effectively treated with light therapy. Exposure to more light can alleviate fatigue, loss of interest and sad or anxious feelings.

Homeowners looking to increase the natural light in their homes, be it for medical or aesthetic reasons, can do so in a variety of ways.

• Keep the drapes open.

Opening blinds and curtains as far as they will go allows as much light to shine in without having to do major home renovations or spend any money at all. Homeowners concerned about privacy can install a window film that allows viewing from the inside only.

• Clean the windows. Dirty windows obstruct sunlight from entering the home. They also can make a home appear unkempt. Spend a free day cleaning the windows so that they’ll let ample light in.

• Install seamless or low-profile windows and doors. Seamless sliding doors allow a large amount of light to enter the home. Such doors can replace an entire wall to brighten up a dark area of a home. The more

tive tube to the room below. Diffusers on tubular daylighting devices scatter the rays so the light doesn’t cast harsh shadows, and UV filters can help protect furniture from discoloring.

• Trim shrubs and trees. If trees and bushes are blocking light from entering your home, trim them to enable dappled light to come through.

Deciduous trees that will naturally lose their leaves come autumn can be planted on sunny areas of the property. This way in the summer months they will shade the house and keep it cooler, while in winter more sun will stream in when the leaves are shed.

• Create a three-season room.

Make a spot in the home where sun will be at a premium. A solarium or greenhouse attached to the home can be a warm and sunny spot.

Increasing natural light in a home can improve feelings of well-being and also reduce energy consumption during daylight hours.

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New windows may allow more natural light to enter a home.

windows and doors a home has, the brighter it will be.

• Take inventory of dark spots. A room may be dark because it simply does not have a layout conducive to brightness.

Is a wall blocking light from reaching a portion of the room?

Think about changing the room’s layout or even making structural changes to improve light distribution. The addition of a small window on a south- or west-facing wall can greatly improve natural light. Using mir-

rors can also reflect light where it is needed.

• Invest in skylights or solar tubes. Skylights or solar tubes enable light to enter a home from above. Skylights are larger and require considerably more work to install, while solar tubes are more low-profile and can be put into rooms that do not abut the roofline, such as those obstructed by attic space. The tubular cylinders are installed between the roof and the ceiling and carry light through a reflec-

Many times it is to a homeowner’s advantage to open the drapes and let sunlight shine in.

Still, for shift workers, parents of young children who need to nap or just those who have south- or west-facing windows that make rooms overly warm, darkening the room is necessary at certain times of the day.

The easiest and most effective way to do so is to purchase blackout curtains. Depending on the brand and quality of the curtains, some of them may block out sunlight entirely while providing additional benefits. While preventing sunlight from entering a room, blackout curtains, which are thicker than traditional curtains, may also be effective at insulating rooms against drafty windows and providing noise reduction.

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BUILDING MATERIALS Wonderful Rock Collection, All Sizes, and Labeled, from all over the US, Call 928-951-3734 or 928-474-5932

FIREWOOD FIREWOOD AND YARD CLEANING (COMPETING PRICES) Tree-Trimming, Brush Removal w/Hauling-Service.

We also do Backhoe Work.

928-468-2213 928-951-6590 928-951-1864 HOUSTON MESA FUELWOODS

Summer Firewood Sale, Shaggy-Bark Juniper $240.

Aligator Redheart Mix $260. and Oak $300,

Delivery Available 928-474-9859

FURNITURE Dinning table with (6) side chairs Solid oak,pedestal table 48� round, with (2) 24� leafs -sits 8/10. $450.00 928 474-0832

Piano and bench. Maple finish. In great condition. $200 928-478-6926 or 602-326-5367

PERSONALS SWF 60ish young and energetic, Looking for an entertainment companion w/60ish Females. Must have own expenses. Not interested in dating sites or parties.

So if you’re tired of staying home weekends, lets Meet & Enjoy Life to the Fullest & Have Fun; call 928-468-2155

YARD SALES/ AUCTIONS YARD SALES 1. 2906 W. Hughes Dr., Sat. & Sun.. Sept 20 & 21 from 8:30am to3pm; Clothes, Kitchen Items etc.

2. QUILTERS YARD SALE: 904 N. Madison Dr. (Payson), Fri. Sept. 19 from 8am to 3pm: RAIN OR SHINE: Fabric $3.00 per yd. 1 yd. min. (150 bolts). FQ’s $1.00 ea. Books, patterns and notions for sale.

AUTOS/VEHICLES ATVS 2005 Polaris, Sportsman 500 HO, 4x4, Hand Guards, Mirror, Horn, Electric and Pull Start, Good Tires, Kept Inside, One Owner, 4549 Miles, Really Good Condition, $2500.obo 719-242-5866/Local

Sofa & Love Seat in Brown Suede, Excellent Condition, $350.

928-468-0625

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

20 ft. and 40 ft.: Shipping Containters, 928-537-3257

Like New, 2013 Polaris Ranger 500 Crew, Seats 4, Only 255 Miles, Great Fun, Off Road & Street Legal w/Mirrors & Horn, Still under Warranty, $12,000. Call Bob 520-560-8783

CARS AUTOMOTIVE RECYCLING, LOCAL: Will Pick Up, Good Prices, DAVE’S AUTOMOTIVE RECYCLING, Parts for Sale, M-F, 9-5, Sat 9-1, 928-474-4440

I BUY CARS

Burns Fat NOT Muscle

Balances Blood Sugar & Lipids.

Drink the Pink & Shrink!

Get the brand new Plexus fat burner called BOOST! Contact us for a special buy one get one BOGO offer! www.teampinkside.com plexusarizona@gmail.com 928-970-0727

TRUCKS, RV’S & TRAILERS RUNNING OR NOT 928-951-3500

RVS Ponderosa Membership at the Beautiful Chaparral Pines, No membership necessary, Enjoy Golfing; this privilege is for two (or couple) Only $610.mo due Call Mr. Ahn 201-788-2767 sangkukahn@gmail.com

NOW HIRING

FT Honest Dependable Teamplayer & Flexible; Teacher, Experience Required Karen’s Kare Bears, 103 W. Roundup Rd.

MUSICAL INSTRUMENTS

Big game hounds. 474-9879 Dog Nail Clipping in the comfort and convenience of your home by Tracy. Local professional groomer of 24 years. $12.00 928-978-4959

CHILDCARE

TRUCKS

THE BLIND DOCTOR Broken Blinds? Saggy Shades?

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

2000 Fleetwood Wilderness Travel Trailer, 27ft Self Contained, w/14’ Slide-Out, One Owner, Located in Payson $5000. Call 520-483-3471 or 520-404-2031

CONSTRUCTION 2011 Chevrolet Silverado and other C/K1500 White, short bed, 2wd, extended cab, 6 cyl 4.3 liter, 26,000 miles, good condition. $16,900.

928-595-0477

VANS 1994 Dodge Grand Caravan ES; One Owner, Excellent Condition, Trailer Hitch, Leather Interior, Power Seats & Windows, $4,500.

Tim 928-951-1767

EMPLOYMENT ADMINISTRATIVE/ PROFESSIONAL Behavioral Health Counselor Seeking experienced Behavioral Health Professional for part time position, preferably licensed counselor to conduct Substance Abuse, DUI, Domestic Violence Groups, and Conduct Assessment’s. Contact: HR@sagecounseling.net

State of Arizona-Rehabilitation Services Specialist 3.

Payson VR- Assist individuals with disabilities in obtaining employment.

Min. qual. Bachelor’s degree, 3 yrs. Human Services experience. $37,106.00//yr Exc. Benefits. http://azstatejobs.gov/

Local Homebuilder looking for Hands-on Field Superintendent, must have some knowledge of home/remodeling construction.

Full-time, training provided as needed.

Benefits include project bonus based on performance.

Drug-free workplace, must have clean driving record.

Send employment history, references and salary requirements to: Post Office Box 3207, Payson, AZ 85547

DRIVERS DO YOU NEED EXTRA MONEY FOR THE HOLIDAYS? School bus driver needed, part time, sub. Current CDL, school bus certification preferred and first aid/CPR required. Background and employment checks will be conducted.

Contact: Chevelon Butte Elementary School District in Forest Lakes at 928-535-4729.

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GENERAL

CONSTRUCTION

GLASS MASTERS INC.

AUTO/FLAT GLASS INSTALLER Experience Preferred!!

Pay Depends on Experience.

A Team with Top Quality, Remodels,Decks, Basement Finishes,Additions, Outbuildings/Garages, Interior Trim and All Tile Applications!

Jerry & Christina Chaffin 928-476-3077

928-951-3438

Park Host Couple Wanted, Year Round for 55+ RV Park in Tonto Basin. Park Model w/Utilites, Call 480-703-4734 or 928-479-2661

SUBWAY: Apply within,

Bashas Shopping Center, 128 E. Hwy. 260. Energetic People Come Join Our Crew! PT/FT, Monthly Bonuses. $50. Sign-up Bonus, Vacation Pay.

HEALTH CARE Veterinary Technician AAHA accredited Payson Pet Care needs F/T exp. vet tech. Hrly pay based on exp. Busy 3 doctor practice. 4/10’s, alternating Sat.& after-hours emergencies (bonus pay incl). Drug screen req’d. Salary based on exp. Vacation & holiday pay. Send resume to cathi@paysonpetcare.com or fax to 928-472-9610.

SERVICES MISCELLANEOUS Open Enrollment for Medicare Supplements and ACA on the Exchange, Broker Guidance Start-to-Finish

HANDYMAN A Dependable Handyman Service Carpentry, Painting, Masonry, Electric, Yard Work, Wood Splitting, Hauling Payson License #P08226, Barney Branstetter 928-595-0236 not licensed contractor

AA1 HANDYMAN Trades Master Home Maintenance Decks & Remodeling Whatever Needs Done!

928-978-4861 (Not a licensed contractor)

DHW Home Services Decks/Porches Sheds Drywall Texture Matching Paint Remodeling 928-595-1555 Credit Cards Accepted not a licensed contractor Don’s Handyman Home Repairs, Mobile Home Roofs, Backhoe Work, Drains, Driveway, Landscaping, Yardwork Pine Needles, Tree Trimming, Hauling. unlicensed; 928-478-6139

Integrity handyman services

474-5251, ext. 108

complete home repair,and remodeling, 30 years exp, no job to small. (928)951-3731 unlic, contractor

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

Order: 10071817 Cust: -The Tungland Corp Keywords: Accepting Applications 20119267

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Size: 2.00 X 2.00

Order: 10072185 Cust: -Payson Care Center Keywords: RN Weekend Supervisor Creating futures...

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Part-time Positions

Payson Campus - start immediately

Broker-Joel Dean, Beeline Insurance, 807 S.Beeline Hwy.Ste.C 928-478-7151 Direct-480-385-9144 Auto,Home,Life,Health Avail.7 Days a Week

Ruth Rand ad

COMPARE & SAVE! Medicare Supplements Advantage • Part D Rx

Two part-time openings at the Payson Campus. $15 per hour. x Afternoon Custodian, 19.5 hour s per week.

Mondays - Thursdays: 1 - 5 pm, Fridays: 1 - 4:30 pm.

This position will occasionally be required to work mornings rather than afternoons. x Evening Custodian, 19.5 hour s per week.

Mondays - Thursdays: 6 - 10 pm, Fridays: 6 - 9:30 pm.

PERSONAL TRAINER Applications available at the Payson Campus 201 North Mud Springs Road, Payson - 928.468.8039 “Gila Community College continues to provide academic and workforce development to the adults of Gila County� “COME GROW WITH US�

IRIS GARDEN SERVICE 10% Off Your Full Cleanup!

COMPLETE YARD & GARDEN CLEANUPS, DEBRIS REMOVED, REASONABLE; PAYSON LIC. 928-474-5932 Cell 928-951-3734 not.lic.contr.

CUSTODIAN

15 hours per week at the GCC Payson Wellness Center.

Pay is $9 per hour with certification, $8 per hour without.

LANDSCAPING

Ruth Rand

Local Independent Broker

978-9108

Call for appointment Tom Russell & Associates

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

Flagstone & Concrete Driveways, Pavers and Sidewalks.

Licensed, Bonded and Insured. Accepting all Major Credit Cards. 1-855-424-3118 or 928-282-3118

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LANDSCAPING OakLeaf Yardworks Yard Maint.,Firewising minor landscaping and tree trimming.

All work affordable.

Call:Dennis 928-595-0477 deebsfoil34@yahoo.com not a licsensed contractor

PAINTING Three Generations of Quality Interior/Exterior, Lacquer, Stains, Epoxies, Wood and Drywall Repair, Concrete, Polishing and Stains, Garage Floors, Tom 928-474-7022, 928-970-2754 tomkolleck@gmail.com

LEGAL SERVICES AZ Certified Legal Document Preparer / Paralegal AZCLDP #81438

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

RENTALS APARTMENTS FOR RENT 1100 Sq.Ft 2BDR/2BA Apartment In Central Payson, Central Heating and A/C, F/P., Washer/Dryer Hookup $700.p/m, 480-326-7203 or 480-926-9024 1Br/1Ba Fully Furnished Apt. & also Mobile, Water Garbage and Trash Included, Washer, $400.mo + $400.dep. 928-472-8564 or 928-978-1444 Apartments For Rent

Got Shade?

HOMES FOR SALE

MF-Home 4Br4/2Ba, Private Lot, 1700sf, Split Master w/Jet Tub, FP, Office, Parking, $1,100.mo 480-518-1314 Super Clean,Upagraded, 3/2 in Desireable Convenient Woodhill, 2-Car Garage,Storage, Serene, Private, Minimum maintenance backyard w/deck & tall trees.

Lap-dog only,$1100.p/m + Deposits.Avail. Now.928-978-9100

MOBILE/RV SPACES

Cool off at ASPEN COVE! APARTMENTS FEATURING:

PAYSON CAMPGROUND & RV RESORT 808 E. Hwy 260, Open Yr-Round, Special Low Rates Starting @ $280.mo Forest Setting in Town, Close to Everything www.paysoncampground.com 928-472-2267

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

ASPEN COVE

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

REAL ESTATE

Immaculate 3Br/2Ba Open Plan in Lovely Woodhills, Granite Counters, New Carpet, All Appliances, Covered Porch and Charming Gazebo, Take McLane to Sherwood, Boulder Ridge to 705 N. Foxhill Dr. $1,200.mo 602-499-3031

Lazy “D” Ranch RV Park and Apts. $45. Off for 3mo for any NEW RV SPACE LEASE OF 6mo OR MORE BY DEC. 1, 2014, Call 928-474-2442 for details

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Living Trusts Wills/Living Wills Powers of Attorney Deeds Patty Rockwell 928-476-6539

HOMES FOR RENT 3BR, 2BA manufactured home for rent, 1011 S. Cedarcrest Circle, $800/mo, $500 deposit, 474-8235.

(928) 474-8042

Cornerstone Property Services www.cornerstone-mgt.com Move In Special $300. + $825.

Dep. 2Br/1Ba Upstairs Unit 928-478-6188 Small Furnished 1Bd Duplex on Peaceful 2-Acre Property, Utilities Included, $675.mo, 1st & Last month Rent + $300.Dep. Smoking/Pets-No 928-468-8185

COMMERCIAL FOR RENT BEST COMMERCIAL DEAL IN PAYSON Retail Store in Great Location, Low Rent, 1800sf, Call for Move-In Special, 928-468-1365

Mountain Shadows R.V. & Mobile Home Park Nice and Clean, Newly Remodeled Mobile Homes for rent.

Two 24’x40’ Doublewides each are 2Br/w2Ba A 14’x64’ Single wide, 3Br/2Ba, On a Corner Secluded lot.

WIN CASH PRIZES!

Play the Pigskin Payoff You Pick Um Football Contest in every Tuesday edition of the Payson Roundup!

Lot Space, sewer, and trash are included RV Spaces also available for $256.55.mo Walking distance to downtown Payson with onsite Manager, Laundry facilities, Game room and wifi.

Call Shawn at 928-474-2406

Eagle Springs Professional Plaza 903 E Hwy 260 1650sf Medical Office 1000sf Office w/Private Bath 2350sf Office w/Private Bath & Breakroom Mike 928-978-0149

3 OPEN HOUSE(S) BEAVER VALLEY ESTATES SAT/SUN 11-4pm 176 Buckskin Rd 3500sf/$359,900 555 Possum Ln 1100sf/$195,000 154 Buckskin Rd 2750sf/$349,000 (928) 478-1553 Website: www.LovePayson.com

Hexigon Style, 3Br/2Ba Located on Hill Top w/Fabulous View of Golf Course and Green Valley Park, Detached Guest House w/2-Car Garage + Work Shop, Both Buildings have Metal Roof, $270,000.By Owner, 928-474-4889 or 602-908-1936 HOME INSPECTIONS AZ and ASHI Certified Home Inspector 14 years Experience Payson License #PO0049 www.inspectaz.com Dan Harris 928-970-1187

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

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

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OFFICE SPACE Various Sizes 255sf to 3000sf PRIME LOCATION 708 HWY 260 PAYSON, 928-472-7035

HOMES FOR RENT 2Br/1Ba + Office/Den In Payson, Large Fenced Yard, Tall Pines, W/D, Great Room, $850.w/One year lease, Application/Credit Report, Required, 928-476-3989 2Br/2Ba W/D, D/W, Wood FP, Pool, Store Shed, Deck, Smoking/Pets-No, Avail. Now $750.p/m First/Last + $375 Dep. 928-468-8204 3 BR 1 BA washer & dryer incl. large fenced yard, 114 E. Pine St. $800/mo. $800 sec dep, 928-970-6900 .

SPECTACULAR RIM VIEWS, 4 BR. 3 BA. 2,900 sq. ft., 3 car garage home on 1.3 acres, backed to Ntl. Forest in quiet cul-de-sac.

Spacious open floor plan, many upgrades. FSBO $450,000. 1119 S. Mud Springs Rd., Payson.

928-468-6528

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

3/2, 1781 sf, nice Payson neighborhood, new kitchen appliances & central heating/air, freshly painted, carpet/hardwood/tile, 5 ceiling fans. $1200 928-978-4971.

with an ad in the Roundup Call 474-5251

NEW THIS SEASON: Look for a chance to

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