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Some of Payson and much of Northern Arizona lost Internet and phone service Wednesday after police say vandals cut a CenturyLink fiber optic line in north Phoenix.

CenturyLink and Verizon service went out just before noon in Payson and didn’t start to come back until the evening hours, said Alex Juarez with CenturyLink.

Businesses that use CenturyLink Internet could not process credit cards, doctors’ offices could not make appointments and some ATMs stopped working.

The widespread outage stretched from Flagstaff to Williams, Page and north of

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The winter storms that have battered the East and the South will reach the Southwest this weekend and on into next week.

Payson should get showers tonight, which will likely continue off and on for the next week. By Wednesday, the forecast calls for a chance of snow in Payson, with lows dipping down to freezing.

The storm will cover most of Northern Arizona, according to the National Weather Service, bringing snow to the high country.

The snow showers should start in Flagstaff tonight, continuing through Wednesday with 2-4 inches of snow daily. The same holds true for the White Mountains. The

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After listening to an alarming summary of new laws likely to cut funding and increase demands on public schools, newly elected Payson school board member Angie Prock asked a pointed question.

“So, as a parent who’s recently become a school board member ... just ... how do you get that message out?” the mother of two asked at the Feb. 23 school board meeting.

Prock referred to Superintendent Greg Wyman’s latest summary of bills charging through the Arizona Legislature that could seriously affect schools. Both Prock and Sheila DeSchaaf have children in elementary school and will live for many years

Payson may do away with its design review board to streamline approvals for developers.

The proposal would keep the design standards the board has developed, but leave it up to the town staff to enforce the standards while reviewing development proposals.

Developers who don’t like the town staff recommendations could appeal their case to the planning commission and then to the town council.

The plan to dissolve the design review board goes before the planning commission on Monday at 5 p.m. in the Town Hall council chambers.

Currently, any new business or development goes through a lengthy process.

Owners must meet with town staff and often go before both the planning and zoning commission and design review board for various approvals.

“Obtaining approvals from one or more boards or commissions extends the development timeline; increases

costs for business owners/developers; requires additional and/or duplicative town staff time; may frustrate members of the various boards and commissions who are not making a truly final decision and could lead to inconsistent approvals,” wrote Shelia

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DeSchaaf, planning and development director.

A hotel, for example, recently tried to open behind Walgreens. The developer initially went to a development

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of Public Safety, police arrested Morris — the driver — on a charge of drug paraphernalia possession. Officers took him to the Gila County sub-station in Payson.

During booking, detention staff found Morris had attempted to smuggle .5 grams of heroin into jail. He was additionally booked on charges of possession of a narcotic drug for sale, possession of a narcotic drug and promoting prison contraband.

No word from the GCSO what happened to the passenger in the vehicle or if he was ever caught.

PHS band strong in regionals

Strike up the band!

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Michele Nelson

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Photos by Pete Aleshire/Roundup

PHS Band Directer Sergio Beraun filled in on kettle drums at last weekend’s regional band concert. Payson had 18 students in the prestigious regional concert.

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Roundup staff The Gila County Sheriff’s Office says it arrested a man Tuesday for drugs who then tried to smuggle drugs into the jail.

Jerry Michael Morris, 37, was driving on Highway 87 around 11 a.m. in a 2000 GMC truck. A deputy with the Gila County Sheriff’s Office Drug, Gang and Violent Crimes Task Force stopped Morris for a moving violation near milepost 248. But when the truck pulled over, the passenger of the truck fled on foot.

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Weekend: Rain expected Saturday through Tuesday, with highs in the low to mid 40s, lows in the 30s.

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with the consequences of the Legislature’s actions.

Wyman replied he has concerns, since one of the bills could effectively muzzle school officials when it comes to talking about state educational policy.

“In terms of how people communicate, that gets a little bit trickier,” said Wyman.

“You’ll see a number of bills running through here that are tightening down on what school officials can and can’t do ... I believe if the education community does start to get more vocal, (lawmakers) will lock down what you can and can’t do within your day. So it’s going to have to be much more of a grass roots.”

Wyman urged parents and community

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forecast in Greer calls for snow every day through Wednesday, with heavy snow on Sunday and Monday.

The Sunrise Ski Resort on the White Mountain Apache Reservation had already received about a foot of snow this week, with another foot expected over the weekend.

Still, the region will likely weather what the Weather Service calls a “parade of winter storms” better than the East and West, where a series of storms out of Canada and the Atlantic Ocean have spread death and destruction.

Parts of Alabama, Georgia, Mississippi have gotten a foot of snow this week, paralyzing many

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the Carefree Highway.

Various service providers rent space on that cable, which carries cell phone, television and Internet data.

While nearly every Verizon customer lost service in Payson, some Sprint customers reported no interruption in their service and Suddenlink service was unaffected.

Tamra Lee Ulmer, with Arizona Resource Realty, said the outage cost her a lot of money. Six staff members were unable to work because the Internet was out, but she still had to pay them $360 in lost wages.

“Not to mention what I am worth an

Schools fear impact

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Photographer DJ Craig captured the image of a runner in the fog in Green Valley Park and Pete Aleshire took the photo of ice in the East Verde River.

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The marching band uniforms might be put away, but the competitions continue.

Both the choir and band at the high school have prepared for individual and group competitions since the beginning of the year.

The individuals competed for the Northeast Region Music Festival, while the band and choir as groups will compete as a unit in upcoming regional and state festivals.

Before winter break, music students auditioned for the Arizona Music Educators Association Northeast Region Music Festival.

The regional festival chooses students from their audition. Those students then spend a Friday and Saturday practicing under the tutelage of guest conductors.

On Saturday evening, the musicians treat parents and supporters to a concert in

Holbrook.

Four girls from Daria Mason’s choral group Voci were chosen to perform, Ali Tenney, Adele Becker, Crystal Kubby and Megan Porter. (Kubby qualified for both chorus and band and decided to perform

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Rim Country’s only dry cleaner has closed and many of the 1,500 customers feel taken to the cleaners themselves.

Several customers told the Roundup they were upset when they could not pick up their clothes last week after the complex’s property management changed the locks on Feb. 17, locking out owner Steve Drury.

Due to a host of issues, including a collapsed sewer line and pressure to change to an eco-friendly system, Drury said he stopped paying the $3,000 monthly rent in November. While he suspected he might get the boot, he did not know Hirani Oil Arizona would change the locks without notice. If he had, he would have notified customers, removed employees’ personal items and his accounting laptop and paperwork.

The Roundup contacted Jennifer Buchanan, assistant

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A sign on the door of Rim Country Cleaners about a landlord dispute greeted people trying to get their laundry back this week. property manager with Hirani, who said she didn’t know anything and would have someone from corporate contact the Roundup.

The Roundup had not heard back as of press time.

In a note signed by Buchanan and posted to a door at Rim Country Cleaners, 112 E. Highway 260, Hirani wrote that due to the

past-due rent the shopping center owners would take possession of the property without formal demand, as allowed by Arizona law.

Furthermore, if Drury does not pay the rent, Hirani can seize the property inside and sell it.

Customers are advised to pick up their items Feb. 23 or Feb. 27.

Since Drury, 78, bought the cleaners in July 2010, he classified ownership as a “wild ride.�

A former employee broke in and shot up the business. Then a sewer pipe running to the bathroom collapsed under the business, which Drury claims Hirani refused to fix. As a result, Drury put in a $3,400 macerating toilet.

Finally, Drury faced a demand that he switch to a “green� facility.

The quote for a new eco-friendly machine — $53,000. Drury says he can’t afford that cost. He noted that most dry cleaners still employ a cleaning method using the liquid solvent perchloroethylene, which is EPA approved. He said the cleaners has a clean bill of health with the Arizona Department of Environmental Quality.

Drury said he thought about moving all of the dry cleaning equipment to a new location in town, but learned it may cost him $80,000 in impact fees to do so. “I was stuck,� he said.

Drury is the third owner of Rim Country Cleaners, which has been in business since 1972.

When Drury bought the business, he had no experience in dry cleaning. Due to lost cartilage in both thumbs, Drury could not golf anymore. Looking for something to do, he offered to buy the business.

Child molestation case spurs life sentence A Gila County Superior Court judge this week sentenced Arthur Quintana to a life in prison for child molestation.

Quintana, 47, also known as Arthur Bracamonte Quintana, Jr., will not be eligible for parole for at least 35 years after his

conviction for sexual conduct with a minor.

He also received a sentence of 17 years for an additional conviction of child molestation.

A jury found him guilty in January following a three-day trial in Globe. Quintana lives in Hayden.

Deputy Gila County Attorney June Ava Florescue prosecuted the case.

Gila County Attorney Bradley Beauchamp commended the hard work of the Hayden Police Department and former Hayden PD Detective Aubry Keck.

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services committee meeting, where town staff from planning, public works, fire and utility providers advised what permits they would need.

The project also needed to get a conditional use permit, which would go before the planning and zoning commission. Next, it would have to submit plans to the design review board for evaluation.

The town created a Design Review Overlay District in 2004 to impose design guidelines on construction in the Green Valley Redevelopment area. In 2005, the town expanded design review to all commercial areas in town.

In 2007, the town council created the design review board to review existing guidelines and recommend any changes, such as what

materials and colors businesses can use in construction to give the town a more unified look. At the time, advocates said the design review board could make Payson look more like a Sedona resort community than a highway retail-strip town.

With the hotel, for example, the design review board would make sure the design complied with the standards in the Unified Development Code. The design review board typically focused on things like colors, building materials, facades, landscaping and other elements affecting the appearance of the project from the street.

If the board wants to seek changes in the design submitted, the project must go through a public hearing, with proper notice and wait times.

This can really slow down the process, said Barbara Underwood, who serves on the

design review board. “In an effort to simplify or streamline Payson’s development process, staff would recommend the council consider allowing all design review applications to be reviewed administratively by staff, utilizing the existing guidelines,� DeSchaaf wrote.

Underwood said she supports this idea.

The design review board was initially tasked with developing design guidelines and has done so. The town has a thick stack of design specifications developed by the board and adopted by the council.

A lot of what the design review board addresses now could be done internally, Underwood said.

While the planning and zoning commission will hear the matter Monday, the town council will ultimately decide the fate of the design review board.

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members to speak out for public education. “I think we are at a point that someone needs to start stepping up and saying, ‘This is ridiculous — you need to start funding public education as quite frankly, you fund private prisons,’’ he told the board.

Some bills focused on big school districts in Maricopa County could have a big impact on rural schools like Payson. For instance, one bill takes money away from schools if the percentage of the budget the auditor general says goes to the classroom drops.

But in small districts like Pine and Payson with declining enrollment, the non-classroom percentage almost automatically rises as enrollment falls. But the bill would take away $50 per student if that happens. That could cost a district like Payson $125,000.

Another bill would allow private colleges and universities to sponsor charter schools.

However, the Legislature has already barred public school districts such as Payson from sponsoring charters, which get an extra $1,000 per student.

Another bill punishes districts by withholding 10 percent of their state aid if they do not comply with the findings of an audit.

Most disturbing of all, the Legislature has a couple of “striker� bills, with a completely new law replacing the language in a completely different bill that already passed through committee. These striker bills go directly to a legislative vote with little or no public discussion.

Several of the proposed bills may violate federal law, said Wyman. “But federal law trumps state law,� said Wyman, leaving districts in limbo.

What alarms Wyman most, the speed and tone of the bills against education. “We’ll track all of these bills and some will die out, but I’m just concerned with the tenor and tone that’s down there and how fast we’re trying to rush things through,� he said. “And I can’t stress enough, just how much it’s going to impact not just Payson, but public schools in general.�

Already, Wyman reported committees have started to split their votes into 4-3 margins.

And on Tuesday, Feb. 23, Republicans

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Payson Unified Superintendent Greg Wyman (left) with school board members Angie Prock, Barbara Underwood, Jim Quinlan, Shirley Dye and Sheila DeSchaaf. Wyman this week warned the board new state laws will pose problems for the district. joined forces with Democrats to kill a bill that would have created a tax credit for farm wineries and microbreweries if they donated to private schools.

The Republican leadership then pulled two other bills that would have helped private schools.

Wyman hopes this happens more often as the Legislature begins to see how the slew of bills regarding education will damage public education in Arizona. However, the voices of ordinary citizens will have the biggest impact. “I will tell you as ordinary citizens ... if I go down and speak issues to the Legislature, the stock answer is going to be, ‘Well, what the heck would I expect you to say, of course you’re a superintendent of a school,’� he said. “When you have constituents that speak, it is

heard differently than when administration speaks.�

That prompted Shirley Dye to caution her fellow board members, “Now, if we write a letter to the editor or an opinion piece, we can’t do that as a school board member.�

Barbara Underwood agreed, but confirmed that as individuals board members can speak up. “If I write something and Jim and Angie doesn’t agree with it, I can’t be speaking ... like the board is speaking. You can do it as an individual, not as a school board member.�

Prock suggested people can also use social media. She said a school board member can take a post by the superintendent or an article from the paper and post it on a Facebook page to bring attention to the issue without writing anything in their own words.

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HAMS for Breakfast

Join the Tonto Amateur Radio Association (TARA) for breakfast at 8 a.m., Saturday, Feb. 28 at the Crosswinds Restaurant. Socialize and hear about Ham radio and upcoming projects. Amateur radio operators are known for community projects and their ability to communicate during natural disasters.

agenda Gila County Board of Supervisors Meeting When: 10 a.m., Tuesday, March 3 Where: Board Room, District 1 Supervisor’s Office, 610 E. Hwy. 260, Payson Meeting highlight: Consider curfew for minors in unincorporated areas of county Other business:

Zane Grey Friends of NRA banquet

Zane Grey Friends of NRA is hosting its 20th Annual Dinner and Auction at 5 p.m., Saturday, Feb. 28 at the Mazatzal Casino.

For ticket reservations, please call Tallie at (928) 595-0546. Dinner tickets may also be purchased at Rim Country Guns or online at www.friendsofnra.org/az.

The upcoming banquet features a prime rib buffet, Gun of the Year Kimber Pro Carry II 1911 with 24k gold embellishment and custom Crimson Trace master series lasergrips and Friends of NRA collectible merchandise.

Half the money raised will be spent in Arizona. The other half supports qualifying national-level programs like the Eddie Eagle GunSafe® Program, Women On Target®, and other educational and safety services.

For more information about Friends of NRA, visit www.friendsofnra.org.

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Rim Country youngsters celebrate Dr. Seuss’ birthday next week. The Isabelle Hunt Memorial Library in Pine will celebrate March 3 to 7. There will be a display of all Dr. Seuss books available locally. After viewing the books, children can complete an activity sheet and turn it in for a raffle ticket for drawings for the books and matching stuffed animals. The drawings will be held at 1 p.m., Saturday, March 7. Students do not need to be present to win. The Payson Public Library is celebrating the birthday of Dr. Seuss with music from 4 p.m. to 5 p.m., Wednesday, March 4. Members of the Zane Grey Kiwanis Club will help PS students celebrate. And at PES there will be two events: Dr. Seuss’ Read Across America Day from 7:30 a.m. to 9 a.m., Monday, March 2 and Dr. Seuss’ Birthday Party with a special appearance by the Cat in the Hat from 7:30 a.m. to 9:30 a.m. and 2:30 p.m. to 3:30 p.m., Friday, March 6.

Lip Sync Contest

The 7th Annual Lip Sync Contest is at 5:30 p.m. to 9 p.m., Saturday, Feb. 28 at the Payson High School Auditorium.

The doors open at 5:30 p.m. for those interested in viewing and bidding on Silent Auction items. The performance starts at 7 p.m.

Hosted by the Rim Country Optimists, Payson Rotary Foundation and the PHS Longhorn Theatre Company, the event allows students to cut loose in a contest for scholarship money.

Get additional details from Joan Young at (928) 472-2264.

At the Mazatzal Casino

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

• Hogs Gone Off-Roading Ranger & RZR Giveaway: Earn tickets through May 2. Two Grand Prize Drawings. Drawings are May 1 and May 1 starting at 6 p.m. $11K cash prizes on drawing nights!

• UFC 184 Women’s World Bantamweight Championship: Rousey vs Zingano. Watch the fight live Saturday, Feb. 28 in the Apache Spirits Lounge.

• Slots Happy Hour: Earn 3x-10x bonus points every Monday-Wednesday 7 to 10 a.m. and 3 to 6 p.m.

• Monday is Guys’ Night: Starts at 5 p.m.

Earn 10 points, get $10 Maz Cash. Bingo specials, drink specials and more!

• Thursday is Ladies’ Night: Starts at 5 p.m. Earn 10 points, get $10 Maz Cash.

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• Mazatzal Hoodies: All day every day till March 20. Earn 2500 points for a black

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Book Fair at PES

Payson Elementary School will host a Scholastic Book Fair — Book Fair Under the Sea: Explore an Ocean of Books at its library from 7:30 a.m. to 3:30 p.m., Monday, McDonald’s opens National March 2 through Friday, March 6.

The schedule of events includes: Muffins School Breakfast Week for Moms and Dr. Seuss’ Read Across McDonald’s wants local students to America Day from 7:30 a.m. to 9 a.m., “Egg-cel” at school.

Monday, March 2; Donuts for Dads from From 6 a.m. to 9 a.m., Monday, March 7:30 a.m. to 9 a.m. and a special appear2, the Payson McDonald’s, at the southeast ance by Clifford (the Big Red Dog) from corner of Highways 87 and 260, will extend 7:30 a.m. to 8 a.m. and from 2:30 p.m. to a special “Lovin’ Our Egg McMuffin”offer 3:30 p.m., Tuesday, March 3; Goodies for to kick off National School Breakfast Week Grandparents and Grand Guests from 7:30 and raise awareness of the importance a.m. to 9 a.m., Wednesday, March 4; Bagels of breakfast before school. Parents who and Books Club Scavenger Hunt, 7:30 a.m. purchase an Egg McMuffin for their child to 9:30 a.m. and 2:30 p.m. to 3:30 p.m., plus will receive a free Happy Meal® bookmark Literacy Night in the PES Cafeteria and a coupon, while supplies last. night at the book fair from 5 p.m. to 7 p.m., “Whether students eat at home, at their Thursday, March 4; and Dr. Seuss’ Birthday schools or at McDonald’s, it’s important to Party with a special appearance by the Cat have breakfast every day to perform well in the Hat from 7:30 a.m. to 9:30 a.m. and at school,” said Abe Martinez II, Payson 2:30 p.m. to 3:30 p.m., Friday, March 6.

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“On March 2, we hope parents help their students begin the day with our famous Egg Tax returns prepared McMuffin and enjoy a free Happy Meal® at Volunteers with AARP Tax Aide will prea later time with our compliments. pare tax returns for those with low to moderate incomes through Wednesday, April 14 at the Payson Elks Lodge, 1206 N. Beeline Highway, on Airport Road, from 8:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m., Mondays and from 9 a.m. to 5:30 p.m., Tuesdays.

The service is free, but is only for basic personal income tax returns.

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PAWS meeting

The Payson Area Woofers Society (PAWS) meeting is at 6 p.m., Wednesday, March 4 in the Payson Library community room.

The Central Arizona Humane Society’s Sarah Hock, director and Chandra Cushman, animal services manager, will be the guest speakers an will answer general questions about animals. Refreshments will be served. Everyone is welcome to attend.

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The Payson Military Honor Guard needs volunteers to help serve the greater Payson area. Families that have lost a military veteran are entitled to military funeral honors and the Payson Military Honor Guard provides this service. To learn more, contact Kim Riley at (928) 5951016 or Bud Huffman at (928) 474-4392.

A Krispy Kreme doughnut sale is set for Saturday, March 7 at Safeway. The sale starts at 8 a.m. and the proceeds are for the 3rd- and 4th-grade classes of the Payson Community Christian School for a trip to Kentucky to visit the Creation Museum.

Both original glazed and chocolate iced varieties will be available at $11 per dozen.

Pre-orders can be placed by calling the school at (928) 474-8050. Safeway is located at the southwest corner of Highway 260 and Granite Dells Road.

A Taste of Rim Country

The Library Friends of Payson 14th Annual A Taste of Rim Country Fundraiser is from 5 p.m. to 7:30 p.m., Saturday, March

7 at the Payson Public Library, 328 N. McLane Road, Payson.

The event includes samplings of appetizers and/or desserts from area restaurants, caterers, and chefs. Guests can enjoy a complimentary wine-tasting table and participate in a 50-50 Cash Raffle and Silent Auction of donated items of fine arts, jewelry, and more.

Tickets are priced at $35 each, and include a ballot on which to vote for your favorite chef entry. Only a limited number of tickets will be sold, and will be available at the Library’s circulation desk. Proceeds from the evening will benefit the Payson Public Library.

Jazz concert

Jazz clarinetist Joe Hopkins performs authentic New Orleans Dixieland and Chicago/New York style jazz with The Fossil Creek Gang at 2 p.m., Sunday March 8 at the Community Presbyterian Church, 800 W. Main St., Payson.

The requested $5 donation for the performance includes refreshments.

For more information and to make a reservation, contact: Gerry-Reynolds@hotmail.com. An RSVP is advised, however, the doors will remain open.

Ridin’ and Ropin’ with Nancy Sheppard

The Northern Gila County Historical Society will feature trick rider and roper Nancy Sheppard as part of its Learning Local History Series.

Nancy Sheppard was born to a Western ranching family in 1929 in Fort Worth, Texas. She made her rodeo debut as a 9-year-old trick rider and roper at the Hayward, Calif. rodeo. By 17, she was trick riding at Madison Square Garden in New York City. For 22 years Sheppard rode and roped at rodeos from coast to coast. Her travels around the country afforded her the opportunity to visit and entertain in local hospitals, particularly in the children’s wards.

Sheppard is the only woman in Pro Rodeo to perfect the act of standing on a running horse while spinning two ropes.

Long after her retirement from the rodeo arena, Sheppard continued to make special appearances trick roping in the Macy’s Thanksgiving Parade and in Italy for clothing designer Giorgio Armani, always traveling in her full Western attire carrying her ropes.

She will share her life’s story at 1 p.m., Tuesday, March 17 at the Rim Country Museum. She will also be signing her book, “Ridin’, Ropin’ and Recipes.”

Nominations sought

The Take Pride Project in Pine and Strawberry is seeking nominations for its

Volunteer of the Year (2014) awards Anyone in Pine and Strawberry who is a volunteer and has made a contribution to the people of either or both communities may be nominated. Those previously nominated may be submitted for consideration, but a new application is required.

Submit a typed, short resume of the individual’s contributions by Monday, April 1 to Take Pride Project in Pine & Strawberry, P.O. Box 1204, Pine, AZ 85544.

Winter clothing, book sale

Winter coats, jackets, sweaters and a few winter clothes are on sale for half price at The Nook. There is one rack of clothes for 50 cents each and one rack of shoes for half price. Huge inventory reduction sale on books, with one table full of paperbacks for $1 a bag and another table of hardbacks books for 25 cents each.

The Nook is located at 408 W. Main St. just past the fire station; open 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Monday through Saturday.

All proceeds from The Nook go to benefit New Beginnings Pregnancy and Parenting Center. All donations are tax deductible and accepted anytime during business hours.

Volunteers are always welcome.

Lenten season services Holy Nativity Catholic Church Lenten Bible study: Gospel of St. Mark on Monday afternoons at 4 p.m. through April 6, 1414 N. Easy St. at 5:30 p.m.

Rock of Ages Lutheran Church Rock of Ages Lutheran Church, 204 W. Airport Rd. will have a soup and dessert supper at 6 p.m. and Lenten services at 7 p.m. Wednesdays. For more information, call Pastor Sweet at 474-2098.

St. Philip’s St. Philip the Apostle Parish, 511 S. St. Philip St., Payson, invites you to join the congregation in the praying of the Stations of the Cross at 5 p.m. in the Church every Friday throughout Lent. Spanish Stations of the Cross begin at 7 p.m.

Shepherd of the Pines Shepherd of the Pines Lutheran Church, 507 W. Wade Lane, will have Mid-week Lenten Services Wednesday evenings with a potluck soup supper at 5 p.m. and a service at 6 p.m. The theme for the services will be “Calling Us Home.” For more information, call Pastor Steve DeSanto (928) 474-5440 or go online to www.shepherdofthepineslutheran.com.

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

• Pine Library: 10 a.m. to 5 p.m.

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

• Pine/Strawberry Museum: 10 a.m. to 2 p.m., Pine Community Center • American Legion Fish Fry: Noon-8 p.m., American Legion

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• Pine Library: 9 a.m. to 2 p.m.

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

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

• Pine/Strawberry Museum: 10 a.m. to 2 p.m., Pine Community Center • Zane Grey Friends of NRA 20th Annual Dinner and Auction: 5 p.m., Mazatzal Hotel & Casino, call (928) 595-0546 for details • Lip Sync Contest: 5:30 p.m. to 9 p.m., PHS auditorium

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

• Pine/Strawberry Museum: 12 p.m. to 4 p.m., Pine Community Center • Bingo: 1 p.m., Elks Lodge, open to the public

• Book Fair at Payson Elementary School: 7:30 a.m. to 3:30 p.m., different features daily; Muffins for Mom and Dr. Seuss’ Read Across America on Monday • Payson Public Library: 10 a.m. to 6 p.m.

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

• Book Fair at Payson Elementary School: 7:30 a.m. to 3:30 p.m., different features daily; Donuts for Dads and a visit from Clifford the Big Red Dog on Tuesday • Payson Public Library: 10 a.m. to 6 p.m.

• Pine Library: 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. with Dr. Seuss celebration • Gila County Board of Supervisors: 10 a.m. via ITV at 610 E. Hwy. 260, Payson

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Looking ahead March 4 • Celebrate Dr. Seuss’ birthday: 4 p.m. to 5 p.m., Payson Public Library • Book Fair at Payson Elementary School: 7:30 a.m. to 3:30 p.m., different features daily, through March 6 March 7 • Krispy Kreme donuts benefit sale, Safeway • Taste of Rim Country: 5 p.m. to 7:30 p.m., Payson Public Library, no tickets at door, buy now, $35 per person

PAYSON ROUNDUP

OPINION

4A Friday, February 27, 2015

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Should Payson eliminate its design review?

• Feb. 26, 1919: In Arizona, the Grand Canyon was established as a National Park with an act of the U.S. Congress.

• Feb. 27, 1942: The U.S. Navy’s first aircraft carrier, the Langley, is sunk by Japanese warplanes, and all of its 32 aircraft are lost. The Langley had parted company from its convoy when nine Japanese twin-engine bombers attacked. Of the 300 crewmen, only 16 were lost.

• Feb. 28, 1953: Cambridge Univer­ sity scientists James D. Watson and Frances H.C. Crick announce that they have determined the double-helix structure of DNA, the molecule containing human genes. Watson later claimed that Crick announced the discovery by walking into the nearby Eagle Pub and blurting out, “We have discovered the secret of life.”

• March 1, 1971: Musician James Taylor makes the cover of Time magazine. The article contrasted Taylor’s gentle rock sound to the “walloping folk rock of Bob Dylan,” the “thunderous eloquence of the Beatles” and the “leer of the Rolling Stones.”

Times, they do change.

So Payson may soon dismantle the Design Review Board, established with some fanfare seven years ago — before the world changed.

Payson set up the design review process back in the boom times, not long after a Phoenix TV station did a snarky report on sign clutter along the highway. In those halcyon days, Payson worried a lot about runaway growth and dropping water tables.

At the peak of the feverish, bank-scam-fueled building boom, developers added 300 houses annually to the town’s housing stock. Bundling deceptively packaged loans into investment scams, lenders waved blank checks at anything that moved. Dazzled homeowners took out home equity loans against the seemingly endless rise in home values and everyone got drunk on the anticipated returns.

So Payson set up a design review board under the articulate direction of architect Bernie Lieder. The new board set about drawing up standards for things like colors, building materials, landscaping, facades and other details designed to convert Payson into a “cool mountain town.”

The standards embraced native plants, stone embellishments and the natural wood look — eschewing stucco, tile roofs and clamorous signage.

Developers groused about the added delays and small business owners fretted about the restrained signage, but most residents shrugged and concluded we ought to slow down the breakneck pace of growth anyhow.

Then along came the Great Recession.

The building industry crashed, the unemployment rate soared, the hotels emptied out and lines formed at the food bank. Sadly, Bernie Lieder died — leaving the design review board not only bereft of his visionary leadership — but with hardly any projects to review.

On Monday, the Payson Planning Commission We may miss the will consider a proposal to disband the design design review board review board. Instead, when the developthe town planning staff ers of the proposed will apply the standards industrial park in already developed to new projects. If the developers the midst of scenic don’t like the town staff Granite Dells submit recommendations, they their plans. can appeal to the planning commission. If they don’t like the planning commission’s ruling, they can appeal again to the town council.

Advocates for the change say it will speed up the approval process for most projects, which will help make the town more business-friendly — long a declared goal of the current council.

On the whole, the proposal makes sense — especially now that Payson has a comprehensive set of design standards.

Of course, we may immediately miss the design review board when the developers of the proposed industrial park in the midst of scenic Granite Dells submit their plans. That major project in such a sensitive area is just the sort of task the design review board was invented to undertake.

Still, we’re for almost anything to bring back job-producing, sales-tax-generating growth, after four years of staging urgent community food drives so our neighbors don’t go hungry.

By all means, streamline the process, encourage development and hang out the welcome mat for new businesses. We’re all for that, as we also applauded the decline in impact fees and reviving Payson’s defunct economic development efforts.

Besides, maybe a little streamlining on design review will free up the resources in the planning and building code department. Maybe the town could then get serious about overhauling the wildlands fire code.

After all, the council has been canceling meetings lately for lack of anything to talk about. Please recall that the fire department two years ago recommended adopting a wildlands-urban interface building code to protect Payson from catching fire should a devastating rain of embers and ash descend on all our pine-needle-covered, wood-shingle rooftops as another Wallow Fire comes roaring out of the forest toward us. The town council made no visible progress toward adopting such a code in the past year.

And we don’t mean to nag — but it won’t much matter whether our businesses and homes have tasteful signs and an earth-toned pallet of colors once they catch fire.

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Delayed mailing of bills seems like ploy to charge late fees Editor: I know I’m not the only person receiving my water bill from Pine Strawberry Water Improvement District (PSWID) three (3) days before payment is due.

If I lived in Phoenix or out of state, I might still be waiting for the invoice.

For instance, service reporting on this period ended on Feb. 9, TWO weeks before they mailed out our bill, with the due date being Feb. 27.

This tells me PSWID is purposely delaying sending out our water bill in order to collect a late fee ... and (that) doesn’t seem like a reasonable or legal process for a utility bill to a consumer, and should be checked out.

Ginger Jeffers

Game and Fish official clarifies how many elk wolves kill Editor: Communication is an odd thing. Speakers understand what they say and the listener understands what they heard. Unfortunately, sometimes the message is unclear between the two.

In your story “Range for Mexican wolves includes Rim Country” from Jan. 21, 2015, it seems this occurred relative to the number of elk a Mexican wolf eats. To clarify, an individual wolf will not kill an elk per week.

The intended message I tried to convey was that predation rates are dependent on the number of wolves in a pack and the experience of these animals.

Data collected by the Arizona Game and Fish Department shows that predation rates for Mexican wolves varies by season and pack, but in general, a reasonable estimate is that a pack — not an individual — will kill about an elk a week. Larger, more experienced packs are more efficient at capturing prey and kill more than an elk a week in Arizona.

The story’s estimate of 15,000 elk annually is inaccurate and the actual number is far less.

Jim deVos, assistant director for wildlife management, Arizona Game and Fish Department

Thanks to all who attended get-together for Lois Bissett Editor: We would like to give a big Payson “thank you” to everyone who attended the get-together for Lois Bissett.

We appreciate the cards you sent, the food you brought and the prayers you offered up for us.

God bless you all!

For Lois’ family, Patty Rhoades

Talk about shadow government Editor: I want to thank you for the article from Feb. 10, under the heading “Public shut out” in which Senate Bill 1435 is brought to our attention. SB 1435, was introduced by Republican State Senator Sylvia Allen, (our senator in Rim Country) and other sponsors from both parties.

Anyone, and I mean anyone, who cares to keep some semblance of pubic control over our elected officials and

volunteers, and the governing bodies they make up, has to hate and fear this anti-public legislation. It will in effect cleverly remove our present laws that attempt to provide transparency to the arguments, negotiations, agreements and deals that public servants might make to reach the point of their vote for or against all the laws, rules and controls that govern us. This includes even the various school boards and committee meetings that parents are now so mindful and concerned about. Your scrutiny of those will all become a thing of the past.

If one were to make a list of what actions have been used historically to take control of government from the people, and place it in the hands of a few, it would prominently include the removal of controls over those making the rules, which this bill clearly does.

I am so surprised by Senator Allen’s promotion of this bill, as it seems like a complete reversal from her proclaimed position of advocating for “smaller government.”

Perhaps “smaller” in her mind does not preclude stronger, more intrusive, unrestrained, or secretive government.

One astonishing element is the hollow arguments used in support of SB 1435; which is primarily, to avoid accidental violation, or the appearance of violation, of the present Arizona open meeting laws. This particular argument can only come from ignorance of the real provisions of the law or a devious attempt to mislead those that would scrutinize it.

Remember, if this bill goes through, they won’t have to use any excuses at all. No one will know the truth about what was the basis for their votes. Maybe worse, it will virtually remove public involvement in government consideration of issues that come up for vote. That is nothing less than bad government.

I urge all of your readers to call and write letters to Senator Allen, and as many of the other bill supporters as possible, reminding them that this bill is recognized for what it is, a shameful, devious, unscrupulous and blatant attempt to take the role of government into the shadows.

There are, and must always be consequences for, and a means to fix bad government.

I must apologize to my neighbors and friends for I did promote and vote for Senator Allen. Along with the apology, comes a promise that if she and others continue to promote this SB 1435, I am not too old to learn from my mistakes. Now let’s see if she and/or the others who support this dreadful bill really care.

For those that want to look up the actual bill, and who else supports the ability to operate secretively, this information can be found at http://www.azleg.gov/legtext/52leg/1r/bills/sb1435p.htm One should read the present open meeting laws as well, to see how this will change the public’s ability see and hear firsthand, how and why their elected officials formulate their votes, not just how they vote. https://www.azag.gov/sites/default/files/sites/all/docs/ agency-handbook/ch07.pdf Please make those calls. Much of your way of life could change if we don’t.

Gary Rolf Editor’s note: Since Mr. Rolf wrote his letter, SB 1435 failed to win approval of a senate committee. The bill won’t go to a floor vote unless it is revived as a strikeall bill before the end of the session.

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Culinary Arts students learn how to make healthy tasty by

Michele Nelson

roundup staff reporter

Devon Wells plopped a huge cookie sheet down on the counter.

“Here are the foods to try for our Healthy Recipe contest,” she said.

Eight different items filled plates and cups.

“We don’t expect the judges to eat all of the food, but we wanted to give them a good idea of the presentation,” she said.

For the second year in a row, the Payson High School Culinary Arts department has participated in the National Football League’s Fuel Up to Play 60/CCAP healthy recipe contest in partnership with the Dairy Counsel.

High school culinary arts classes participate in two ways: creating a healthy recipe using the contest guidelines and educating younger students on eating healthy.

Wells said her students have already gone to third-grade classes to talk about healthy eating choices.

For the contest, students must follow strict guidelines for recipes. All dishes must include one serving of dairy (either milk, cheese or yogurt), and half a cup of fruits or vegetables per 250 calories.

Other criteria included limits or goals on fat, sodium, sugar, protein, calcium and fiber.

“We used papayahead.com to figure out the nutritional level of our recipes,” said Wells.

The students entered in the measurements of ingredients in each of their recipes and the website generated a label.

It wasn’t always easy said Wells.

“We had to change the ingredients often to fit the guidelines,” she said.

The winning senior will receive a $5,000 scholarship, while the other two prizes are much smaller amounts of cash and may go to a student in any grade.

Last year, Payson was the only school to participate and swept all three categories, but Wells said this year will be different, “We have competition.”

Wells not only wanted to create great-tasting, good-looking, healthy recipes, she decided to add on to the contest by having local food judges rate the taste and appearance of the recipes.

“We had Renee Short, Denver White, Andrew Fiala, Halli Kinnick, and Anna Van Zile judge the taste and appearance of the food,” said Wells.

Some of the judges loved the more traditional foods, while others liked those that pushed the envelope.

“The sushi with a leek wrapper was the favorite of the judges,” said Wells. “Anna Van Zile loved the hot pocket.”

The students created a col-

orful berry/banana smoothie, a berry parfait, and a fruit salad with a mace-flavored yogurt dressing.

Wells said a copy of the recipe, a picture of the food and a nutrition label was provided to the judges.

For a main dish, the students put together a hot pocket, colorful pizza, chow mein, a zesty flavored enchilada and three different types of sushi.

The greatest challenge the students faced — finding reliable supplies.

“It’s frustrating finding specialty items in Payson,” said Wells.

Yet the students persevered.

Usually healthy recipes mean flavorless food, but the PHS culinary arts department knocked these recipes out of the ballpark.

Just because a select few people had the honor of tasting the food prepared by the culinary arts students doesn’t mean the public had to be out of the loop.

On Feb. 26, the culinary arts students held their annual Chef Event.

“It is not the Taste of the Rim, but it is a chance for our culinary students to show off their stuff,” said Wells. “The theme was ‘States on Plates’ showcasing 11 states and their foods, including Baked Alaska, New York Pizza, Pennsylvania Pierogis, Louisiana Jambalaya, and Colorado Chili to name a few.

Photo courtesy of Devon Wells

Students in Payson High School’s Culinary Arts program have staged a series of fundraising events featuring especially healthy dishes. The program prepares students for careers in restaurants and other outlets. Pictured are Dayana Carrasco, Jimena Valenzuela, Kortni Egbert, Marcela AmayaMedina, Garreth Bagwell, James Gentless, Faith Beecroft and Alejandra Vazquez.

Spinach Cheese Enchiladas 12 corn tortillas 1 bag Spinach 1 cup low-sodium mozzarella ½ cup nonfat mozzarella ¼ cup shredded zucchini ½ cup yellow squash 1 cup hot chili peppers, sundried 1 cube chicken bouillon, low-sodium 1 can tomato sauce, no salt added ¼ cup chopped tomatoes

¼ cup purple onion 1/3 cup chopped green onion 1 Tbs. lemon juice 1 Tbs. fresh oregano, chopped 1 Tbs. garlic powder 4 dashes salt Toss spinach, zucchini, yellow squash, and 1 cup nonfat mozzarella cheese in a bowl. Set aside.

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Bake in oven at 350 degrees for 20 mins.

Top with chopped green onions.

Toss chopped tomatoes, chopped onions, and chopped cilantro. Add lemon and 2 dashes of salt and ½ tsp. of garlic powder.

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These volunteers finished a 20-hour training program to help police in a disaster.

Prepared to help in disaster The Rim Country and Gila County recently acquired 15 residents now qualified to help in the event of a disaster.

The 15 residents from both northern and southern Gila County completed the 20-hour Community Emergency Response Team (CERT) Basic Training course developed by the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA).

The graduates can now apply for deployment by the Gila County Sheriff’s Office to support first responders with radio communications, emergency medical operations, triage, fire safety, disaster psychology, and search and rescue.

CERT also provides traffic control at local events like the Fourth of July celebration and Trunk or Treat.

Since 2003, the local CERT group has trained more than 350 local residents. While not all graduates choose to become active, deployable, team members, anyone who has taken the basic course is better prepared to take care of themselves, their families and their neighbors in the event of an emergency.

Additional training is available on related topics such as two-way radio usage, animal response and shelter operations.

The next Basic Training session will take place later this year. For further information, contact trainer John Swenson at (928) 472-3331.

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Theater teacher reaches students with Renaissance Fair by

Michele Nelson

roundup staff reporter

Nick Pfeifle waited with Payson High School theater instructor Kathy Siler for the rest of the students at the gates of the Arizona Renaissance Festival.

It was his first time to the fair.

His eyes darted to and fro, taking in both the elaborate, historically correct costumes and the downright bizarre outfits.

He particularly liked the swords.

He had one of his own stuck rakishly in his belt, in a first-timer’s attempt at putting together a costume. It was a plastic bight silver sword. Nick hopes to add to his costume over time as he plans on coming back to the fair with Siler.

Siler, a widow, says she and her husband started taking theater students to the Renaissance Fair a dozen years ago.

She has returned every year since.

“A lot of my kids get super inspired,” she said. “They experience living history. You can tell kids history, but when they experience it, they are impressed with the possibilities.”

For a theater kid like Nick, the fair got ideas flowing.

But Siler said Nick didn’t always have such a focused interest. He struggled in school and at home — then Siler took Nick to his first play.

“He came home excited to get credits and get out of high school,” said Siler.

Nick said the experience changed his life.

“I don’t think about other things that worried me in the past,” he said. “I’m encouraged to do better in school and at home I get along better (with my family).”

He said he’s starting to get As in his classes, too.

Siler enjoys finding ways to help her students get engaged in school.

Siler’s an example of what Harvard researchers call a value-added teacher.

She does what it takes to connect to her students and give them an experience that engages them in school.

Those Harvard researchers proved that the best teachers can increase a student’s lifetime income by $250,000.

The study by Raj Chetty, John N. Friedman and Jonah E. Rockoff analyzed 20 years of data from 2.5 million students’ test scores, which they correlated with tax records for the same students later in life.

An actor at the Arizona Renaissance Festival cheers on the knights in the jousting competition.

They used the test scores to determine if a teacher could be labeled a “value added” teacher. The tax documents and other records illuminated a wealth of information, including whether a student went to college, had a teenage birth, annual earning, parental earnings, retirement savings and even the age of students’ mothers at the time of their birth.

With these two sets of data, the researchers tracked students for 21 years, from their elementary school years to early adulthood.

All this data proved that valuable teachers make a significant impact on their students’ quality of life.

Even though Siler does not teach one of the three Rs (reading, writing or arithmetic), her program teaches budgeting, planning, practice, public speaking, leadership skills, creativity and initiative.

For students like Nick, she inspires them to find purpose in school and their life.

As soon as Nick got through the gates, he struck out with another group of Payson students. However, by mid-morning he sought out Siler.

“You’ll show me the cool stuff,” he said.

And she did.

Siler first had Nick listen to the Carillion, an instrument made from more than two dozen hand-cast bells of different sizes hooked up to a piano/organ type keyboard with both keys for the hands and pedals for the feet.

Photos by Michele Nelson/Roundup

Payson High School drama teacher Kathy Siler has taken students to the Renaissance Festival in Apache Junction for 16 years to give them a different slant on history. Posing for this photo are (standing, left to right) Siler; a “Wyld Men — Theatre in the Ground” actor; chaperones Debrah McDonald and Manny Amoguis; students Zoia Brouwer, Tierney Philips and Nick Pfeifle. Another “Wyld Men” actor kneels in front.

Nick sat spellbound throughout the performance.

Then Siler and Nick scurried off to the joust just in time to sit up high in the stands and watch as knights cracked shields and broke lances rushing at each other from the backs of huge chargers.

Once the show ended, he figured out the game was rigged.

“I thought our knight won, but the blue knight got the most points,” he grumbled to Siler.

“I think they do that on purpose to build the tension throughout the day leading up to the ‘Joust to Death’ at the end of the day,” she told Nick.

Outside, Siler noticed shattered

shields from the joust available to purchase. Favorite knights would even sign the shields.

“What a great fundraising idea!” she said. “We could maybe sell signed pieces of sets.”

Siler looks for inspiration, too.

After that, Nick decided to search for the perfect piece to start his Renaissance Fair costume. He decided on a wooden sword, unpainted and unadorned.

Siler consulted with him on the size of sword and whether he would be able to find paint in the drama department to decorate it.

“This will look wonderful once you’re done,” said Siler.

To wrap up the day, Siler met up with other members of the theater group to attend the show, “Wyld Men — Theatre in the Ground.” The show features two guys and a mud puddle.

Siler likes this particular group because it uses many of the dramatic tools her theater group uses, such as slow-motion fighting, sound effects and a great story.

The guys took a moment after their show to talk to the Payson students and pose — covered in mud — for a photo.

Nick and Siler joined in mugging with the other students for a great shot, about what you’d except from a value added teacher.

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The shop’s menu includes original recipe sandLast year’s winner of our coveted Best of the Best Best of Rim Country wiches such as a Sweet Shoppe BLT, made trophy went to the Payson High School Culinary for 2013 and 2014. with cream cheese, bacon, The Cedar Ridge Club. This group of teenagers, partnered with local The Library Friends of Payson are still selling tomato and avocado on toastis open from 6 a.m. restaurateur, Gerardo Moceri of Gerardo’s Firewood tickets for the A Taste of Rim Country library fund- ed sourdough bread. Monica to 9 p.m. Sunday- Cafe, created Gourmet Chicken and Grass Fed Beef raiser. also offers her signature, gluThursday, and Burgers and Chocolate Gelato to beat the nine other Eleven top Rim Country chefs will offer appetiz- ten-free California Citrus Salad 6 a.m. to 10 p.m. seasoned local professionals who participated. ers and/or desserts for guests to sample including with avocado, chicken breast, PHS has run a food service training program for Friday and Creekside Steakhouse, Dimi Espresso, Zane Grey dried fruit, mandarin oranges, decades, but it wasn’t until 2005 that Devon Wells Saturday.

Country Barbecue & Pizza at Kohl’s Ranch, Cedar bleu cheese, and house-made The Apache organized the Culinary Club to prepare students Ridge Restaurant, Miss Fitz 260 Cafe, Payson High candied pecans, with raspberry Spirits Lounge for careers in the food industry. More than 100 stuSchool Culinary Club mentored by Gerardo Moceri balsamic vinaigrette on the side. features live dents are enrolled in the culinary curriculum, which of Gerardo’s Firewood Cafe (last year’s winner of Each day features a different entertainment begins with money management, sales, and job the Best of the Best trophy), Native Grill & Wings, homemade soup, all made from and food in a seeking skills, then moves to food preparation and Sal & Teresa’s, The Randall House, The Sweet scratch, including a popular cream sports bar set- cooking dishes. Students are trained in every aspect Shoppe and Cocktail Cheesecakes. ting. The Grille of the food industry: planning meals, purchasing of red potato and corn chowder Guests can also enjoy a complimentary wine-tast- with bacon. Gluten-free alternatives is open 24 ingredients, developing recipes, budgeting, staffing, ing table a cash 50-50 raffle and silent auction of are available in many of the shop’s hours a day and serving. donated fine art, jewelry and more. Fred Carpenter pastries. and offers By the time culinary students graduate from will serve as master of ceremonies, deejay and s a n d w i c h - PHS, they have already obtained up to 15 hours of Monica creates custom cakes announcer, with Jack Quinn as photographer. es, appetiz- college credits, which gives them a huge advantage from scratch, using homemade butter The event will be at 5:30 p.m., Saturday, March 7 cream icing and fondant. She will even ers, salads, in the job market and as the springboard to higher e h t t a at the Payson Public Library, 328 N. McLane Road. sell the icings. ve chef his tali b u r g e r s , education. t u c e x ee Tickets cost $35 each, with no tickets sold at the are h t h s , s l i l i p pizza and The club’s association with Gerardo Moceri has Jaimie uses fresh fruit and vegep w door — so buy tickets early. Proceeds will provide tables to create edible arrangements Rick DePhili tel & Casino, ntry event. desserts. mentored the program and its students for years, u o o equipment and supplies for the library not covered by hand. Chocolate-covered strawber- Mazatzal H ste of Rim C Just last year, the giving them hands-on experience from greeting a T the by the town and county contributions. ries, candy-coated apple wedges, and ents at casino opened the Coffee Korner, customers to bussing tables to food preparation and For information contact the Library Friends at cut pineapple “flowerettes” are their featuring gourmet Peet coffee products, with fresh- serving. Gerardo’s Firewood Cafe creates authentic P.O. Box 13, Payson, AZ 85547 (at library_friends@ most popular ingredient. This past Valentine’s hol- baked pastries in a comfortable coffeehouse setting. gourmet Italian food from fresh ingredients, most hotmail.com) iday, they went through 120 pounds of fresh jumbo The casino serves up to 1,000 people a day on week- bought locally. He uses goat cheese from the Fossil Here’s some more information about some of the strawberries which were either chocolate-dipped, or days, and even more on holidays, utilizing a staff of Creek Creamery. He makes his own Italian sausage, participating chefs: about 100 people. cream cheese-filled. tomato sauce, and mozzarella cheese on the premisOverseeing all of this is Executive The Sweet Shoppe Mazatzal Hotel & Casino Chef Rick DePhilippis for the past 18 201 W. Main St., Suite B Highway 87, just south of Payson years. An Italian chef by trade, he started Hours: Monday-Friday 9 a.m.

One of A Taste of his career in his family’s restaurant at to 3 p.m., Saturday 9 a.m. to Rim’s most the age of 15 in San Diego, the start of a 3 p.m. loyal sup- 45-year career.

Often, great things happorters over Rick and his Sous Chef Chris McKim pen from small beginnings. the years have brought their extensive experience Barely two years ago, has been the to create the menus at the Cedar Ridge, Monica Vaughn and Jaimie Tonto Apache using variations of Rick’s original recPeace joined forces to creTribe and ipes. Rick uses his palate, rather than ate The Sweet Shoppe in the Mazatzal measuring cups to prepare his food and Payson. Both were runCasino, partici- the menu has evolved over the years. ning successful home pating in nearly Approximately 80 percent of the Cedar businesses — Monica’s every Taste of Ridge’s food is made from scratch daily Cake Love by Monica Rim event since — soups, sauces, even the salad dressand Jamie’s Fruitable its inception ings. Pizza is one of Rick’s favorite foods, Arrangements. as the Mayor’s and his sauces are homemade on site.

The Sweet Shoppe Rick typically works 50 to 60 hours Cup in 2002. The venture proved so succasino operates per week. On holidays, you will find him cessful they expanded three restaurants, at the Cedar Ridge at 3:30 a.m. “Cooking from a small storeincluding The is a gift,” he said. front into a real Beginning on March 2, Rick will be Chef Gerardo Moceri of Gerardo’s Firewood Cafe has Cedar Ridge family restaurant in the dining room with its appearing on AzTV channel 7 cable mentored Payson High School culinary arts students for Sawmill Crossing. daily signature prime show’s “Morning Scramble” once a years. This year he hopes to help the students repeat as They now serve rib entrée, a soup and month, doing cooking demonstrations. winners of the Taste of Rim Country competition. breakfast and salad bar, and daily He is also captain and commander of the luncheons of deli- The own es and never uses canned items on his pies. He even specials. Wednesdays Gila County Sheriff’s Posse. style sandwich- one of t ers of The Sw uses local wood in the brick oven he uses to bake offer all-you-can-eat h es, homemade Payson’ eir tasty crea eet Shoppe w Payson High School Culinary Club his pizzas. Gluten-free alternatives are available, crab leg dinners for ti s annua il soups and signaall made onsite from scratch. Gerardo occasionally just $16. On Fridays, the with Gerardo’s Firewood Cafe l fundraons at the Libr l serve up ary Frie iser. ture salads, all while holds classes at the high school, and will also hold restaurant features an 512 N. Beeline Highway nds of still catering custom cakes and fruit classes for the general public. His mozzarella-makall-you-can-eat fish fry, Hours: 3 p.m. to 9 p.m. Tuesday, 11 a.m. to 9 p.m. arrangements. ing class has been particularly well attended. which was been voted the Wednesday-Saturday, 11 a.m. to 8 p.m. Sunday by

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BUSINESS

Health Start outreach program to help expectant, new parents by

Teresa McQuerrey

roundup staff reporter

Pia Wyer/Roundup

On Wednesday, Ana Gutowski, CEO of the Rim Country Regional Chamber of Commerce, presented the second in a series of seminars designed to help small-business owners grow their business.

Building a marketing plan on a shoestring budget 1. Define who you are.

2. Describe what you do.

3. Identify your ideal client 4. Explain what is unique and different about the business or business owner.

5. State what you want to happen next.

6. Create an attentiongrabbing hook.

7. Put it all together. and Twitter profiles. Facebook offers a free way to promote events and sales and hear back from customers instantly.

If a customer leaves a comment on a business’ Facebook page, they should always respond, even if the comment is criticism.

For loyal customers, ask for referrals. If the customer responds, reward them for their help. Barbara Hartwell, who owns Tax & Bookkeeping Service, LLC, said she offers a discount for every referral a client brings her business.

Leverage those helpful customers and ask them for testimonials, which you put on the website.

Whatever you decide to do, build a plan. Gutowski created a free Excel 12-month marketing plan for business owners to use.

Visit the Roundup to download the file.

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North Country HealthCare’s outreach program, Health Start, is designed to help expectant and new parents connect with community health workers who will offer support and education during this new time in their lives. families to connect with the community health workers and build personal relationships that can foster empowerment and knowledge growth of parental care.

Home visits are based around the client’s schedule and are performed in their own home, which allows the expectant and new mothers to remain in a safe and comfortable place while they meet with the community health workers. These meetings work around the convenience of the parents

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Assessments of parents’ homes and habits are taken when community health workers visit the families and tips are often exchanged in an effort to educate parents on how to prepare their home for the new baby and make it a safer environment for

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Any successful business owner understands the importance of marketing, but most small businesses don’t have the money to invest.

In the second in a series of business seminars, 30 people Wednesday learned how to build a marketing plan on a shoestring budget.

Ana Gutowski, CEO of the Rim Country Regional Chamber of Commerce, presented a range of low-cost options. One free tool is the elevator pitch, which she called “the simplest, most powerful tool for a small-business owner.�

The pitch is a short speech about the business or service given during face-to-face networking.

If a business owner can’t clearly articulate who they are, what they sell and why it is better than the competition, customers won’t know either, she said.

But networking is more than just talking about your business.

Like dating, owners should ask questions and listen before spouting details about their great business.

Gutowski suggests networking at beer and wine festivals, civic events, chamber and library events, fundraisers, festivals and service group meetings, like Rotary and Kiwanis.

Kiwanis and Rotary meetings are also great places to speak.

Most of these groups welcome speakers at their meetings and the library will often host a talk in its meeting room. A construction worker, for example, could hold a talk on how to winterize your home. “You are not selling stuff, but offering information,� she said. “This builds your brand and reputation.�

Other low-cost ideas include sending out press releases to the Roundup and local radio stations.

Releases can cover anything from an employee promotion, a new product or service or an event.

If money is tight, share the cost of a Roundup ad with another business. A landscaper could team up with a nursery and they could also split the cost of a booth at the chamber’s annual Business Showcase.

One place that likely will cost money is building a professional website. A website is the central marketing hub for a business and should have updated and accurate information presented in a way that is appealing and tailored to the product. It should also be on par with or better than the competition.

The website should include links to the business’ Facebook

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Open only a year, North Country HealthCare is already expanding its services in the area. It is offering a free community health outreach program to help guide expecting and new mothers.

Pregnancy, labor and caring for a new baby is a huge change and that can be a difficult time for expectant mothers and new parents. North Country HealthCare’s outreach program is designed to help through the process.

Called the Health Start program, it provides mothers and their partners with support and education as they embark on this new time in their lives. Through the free program, mothers are able to receive monthly home visits from community health workers starting during pregnancy and continuing until their child turns 2 years of age.

The community health workers, who are often mothers themselves, help to advise parents about prenatal health, labor and delivery questions, and topics that arise following the birth of a baby — including lactation issues, proper car seat installation and safe childhood milestones.

Parents are able to ask the community health workers any questions they might be facing as they near the birth of their child or care for their new baby. The community health workers are able to provide education, support, and even referrals for families on a wide range of topics that can even include transitioning to solid foods and how to ensure that your home is a safe environment for infants.

Mothers and families from all over Northern Arizona have participated in the Health Start program and rave about the amazing support and skills that are passed on through the one-on-one meetings with the community health workers.

The personalized setting of the home visits allow mothers and

an infant to live, and eventually start to crawl.

Community Health workers are able to discuss possible changes that may need to take place — like covering outlets with protective covers, and often times are able to provide free materials to parents during these visits.

Determining the needs and wants of a newborn child are often sources of conversation between mothers and community health workers as well. “We teach parents about newborn behaviors and cues and stuff like that so that they can maybe figure out whether they’re hungry or if they’re hot ...� stated community health worker, Keri Morrill. “There are many other reasons that babies cry, so we teach them about that as well.�

The Health Start program has been providing services to families around Northern Arizona for more than 20 years, reaching into Williams, Winslow, Show Low, and now Payson.

North Country HealthCare officials are eager to reach a new clientele and make more meaningful connections with new parents as they add to their family and learn more about how to be successful first-time parents.

For more information on the Payson Health Start program, contact the North Country HealthCare Payson Clinic at (928) 468-8610 or visit the clinic at 708 S. Coeur D’Alene Lane.

The clinic in Payson also has Spanish-speaking health professionals available to patients. “North Country HealthCare’s roots reach back to a free clinic model very similar to the Payson Christian Clinic,� said Dr. Alan Michels, longtime Payson health care provider and community leader.

Other services offered by North Country HealthCare include primary care, chronic disease management, on-site laboratory services, AHCCCS and affordable health insurance enrollment assistance.

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The dog aggression epidemic by

Victoria Stilwell

One of my Victoria Stilwell Positively Dog Training (VSPDT) trainers recently remarked that she has been seeing a spike in aggression cases. And she’s not the only one. Most dog trainers will tell you that aggression is on the rise in domestic dogs, and the aggression epidemic is on track to only get worse.

Humane Society Why is it that our pet dogs of Central are struggling more than Arizona ever to cope in our domestic world? Resource guarding, ADOPTION leash aggression, aggression towards other animals, and OPTIONS aggression towards people are some of the most common aggressive behaviors that dog trainers see on a daily basis.

Here are a few reasons why I think aggression is becoming more and more common, and what can be done about it.

1) A misunderstanding of dog behavior.

This is the big one! Traditional training methodologies and so much of what people see in the media paint a very different picture of dog behavior than what modern science tells us. Dominance is a concept that continues to be misused and misunderstood by dog trainers who believe that we are in a constant battle with dogs over who is the “alpha” or the “top dog.” The “pack leader” theory was actually debunked by the very scientists who created the theory while studying captive wolves.

The current reality is that many behavioral issues that are actually rooted in fear and insecurity are being misdiagnosed as “dominance” issues, creating the potential for some extremely dangerous consequences. Punishment-based methods like choke collar corrections, the use of shock collars, and alpha rolls are dangerous, ineffective, and in my opinion, the primary reason why we are seeing more aggressive dogs. Training through intimidation causes dogs to become stressed and insecure, which manifests itself in aggressive behavior.

2) Lack of exercise.

Dogs in our modern world seem to be getting less and less physical and mental stimulation. Many dogs that are not given proper outlets for their energy will develop mild behavioral problems like digging, excessive barking, or destructive behavior. But some can develop aggressive behavior because of boredom and frustration.

Research has shown that dogs that are kept unattended in a backyard or are left chained or tethered with minimal human interaction are especially prone to aggressive behavior.

3) Poor socialization.

Socialization is essential when raising a puppy.

Puppies have two critical “fear periods” during their development: 8-11 weeks of age, and 6-14 months of age. Puppies that are not exposed to the everyday sights and sounds of human life are at risk of developing fearful and aggressive behaviors later in life.

While you should be careful not to expose unvaccinated puppies to places like dog parks and pet stores, many dog trainers offer puppy socialization groups for puppies that haven’t been fully vaccinated yet. These classes are a great opportunity for your puppy to meet other dogs and people, and to help set the pup up for success.

4) Backyard breeding and poor genetics.

While there are responsible breeders out there, far too many people are breeding purely for profit, at the expense of a dog breed’s integrity. Brachycephalic dogs like pugs and bulldogs have been bred for appearance, and that cute smushed-up nose is often the cause of extreme medical problems in these breeds. Discomfort and pain can be a root cause of aggressive behavior.

Pit bull-type dogs are suffering more and more at the hands of backyard breeders. They are being bred to have exaggerated muscle tone and exceedingly large, blocky heads, and are not being bred for temperament. With many animal shelters being comprised primarily of pit bull-type dogs, there’s simply no excuse for backyard breeding to continue.

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I often say that a dog bite comes as the product of a “perfect storm of environment and circumstance.”

Absolutely any breed of dog has the potential to display aggressive behavior, and any of the above factors (especially when combined) can create an aggressive dog.

Here are my quick tips for preventing aggressive behavior in dogs: • Choose a dog that is a suitable match for your family in terms of energy level and know the standard temperament for that dog’s breed/breed mix.

• Start socialization early and find a great forcefree trainer in your area before any behavioral issues arise.

• Don’t be afraid to ask for help if your dog is showing aggressive behavior.

• Give your dog regular mental and physical stimulation.

• Do not chain or tether your dog.

• Teach children how to understand and respect dog body language.

• Don’t buy a puppy from a pet store, online, or a backyard breeder.

• Do not fall for the dominance myth. Help create a confident, secure dog by using only force-free training methods.

If you have a dog displaying aggressive behavior, find a force-free trainer or read more about aggression.

Adoptable Pets Following are just two of the many wonderful pets available for adoption at the Humane Society of Central Arizona shelter, located at 605 W. Wilson Ct., open Monday through Saturday, 10 a.m. to 3 p.m.

All pets are already spayed or neutered and current on vaccinations. To learn more, stop by the shelter or visit www.humanesocietycentralaz.org.

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Friday, Feb. 27 is the last day to purchase tickets for the March 7 SUPERSTARS! program. Tickets are $20 per person and provide not only an evening of entertainment by a choice of a prime rib or salmon dinner.

The evening of Friday, Feb. 27, the Lodge, at 1206 N. Beeline Highway, will host a performance by the Fossil Creek Gang playing jazz, blues, swing, bluegrass and even some jug band tunes.

A trivia contest is planned for every Monday evening in March.

March 12 the Lodge will have its St. Patrick’s Dinner with corned beef, cabbage, potatoes, carrots, and dessert for only $8 per person.

Get your tickets no later than close of business March 7.

For more information, call (928) 474-2572.

Payson Flycasters

Mike Kaul, a western Wyoming fly fishing guide, is the featured speaker at the Payson Flycasters meeting Saturday, Feb. 28.

Kaul started fly fishing at age 8 under the tutelage of his grandfather on the renowned Green and New Fork Rivers. He has taken every opportunity in the past 48 years to cast a fly to wily trout that inhabit the many streams around Pinedale, Wyo., which flow from the Wind River Mountains. He will share the beauty of this area.

Come before 9 a.m. and enjoy a Tiny’s breakfast and hear members talk about the Feb. 19 trip to Silver Creek.

For more information, call Ric Hinkie at (928) 848-4501.

Tai Chi and Qigong

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

The program is especially de­ signed for seniors 50 or older, but is beneficial for all ages. There is no charge, but donations are accepted to help the church with utility bills.

For details, call (928) 478-6032.

Payson Marine Corps League

The Payson Marine Corps League meets at 10 a.m., Saturday, Feb. 28 at the Payson Elks Lodge, 1206 N. Beeline Highway.

All Marines and FMF Corpsmen in the Payson area are invited to a social gathering at 9 a.m., with the meeting starting promptly at 10 a.m.

For further information, call (602) 708-1011 - Semper Fi.

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Order of the Eastern Star

The Ponderosa Chapter #64 O.E.S. meets at 7 p.m. the first and third Mondays at the Masonic Lodge, 200 E. Rancho Rd., Payson.

All Eastern Star members are invited. Ladies with any Masonic family affiliation are encouraged to join the group.

In addition to the meetings, the ladies gather at 10 a.m. every Wednesday for a fun game of canasta.

For more information, contact Lois Miller, secretary, at (928) 4740521.

Payson Area Singles

Payson Area Singles is a social group for men and women of all ages.

Those interested are invited to join members for their 9 a.m. gatherings Tuesday at Tiny’s, 600 E. Highway 260.

For more information, call Nadine at (928) 476-4659.

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.

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Veterans of Foreign Wars

The Veterans of Foreign Wars of the United States of America will meet at 6 p.m. on the first Tuesday of each month at the American Legion Post #69, located at 709 E. Highway 260.

We would like to invite all members to join us. For more information, contact Post Commander Dwayne Cunningham, (928) 9511691.

Card players wanted

The Saving Graces of Payson — a Canasta card-playing group — is looking for a few ladies who enjoy fun, laughter and friendship.

This Red Hat group meets at 10 a.m. the first Wednesday of every month at the Crosswinds Restaurant patio room. There is a break for lunch around noon and play and resumes after lunch. Anyone interested in joining will be welcomed.

You do not need to know how to play, the members will be happy to teach the game.

Please contact Queen Mum AnnMarie at (928) 468-8585; please leave a message if there’s no answer.

High Country Garden Club

The High Country Garden Club meets at 6:30 p.m., Thursday, March 5 at St. Paul’s Episcopal Church, 1000 N. Easy St. at the corner of Easy St. and Sherwood.

The speaker for the evening will be Glenn McCombs of Plant Fair Nursery. He will be discussing spring gardening, so members and guests should bring their questions about what and when to plant in the Rim Country.

Refreshments will be served and all those interested in gardening are invited to attend. For more information, please contact Sallie at (928) 468-6102.

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Payson drug bust Roundup staff A routine traffic stop last week led officers to 44 grams of methamphetamine and the arrest of two Payson residents.

A Gila County Sheriff’s Office Drug, Gang and Violent Crimes Task Force deputy was out on patrol Feb. 18 when he spotted a vehicle make a moving violation around 8:35 p.m., according to a release.

While speaking with the occupants, Jason Estrella, 32, and Tia Vela, 32, both of Payson, by

officers grew suspicious and used a task force K-9 to search the vehicle, alerting officers to a drug odor.

The deputies found some 44 grams of methamphetamine and drug paraphernalia in the vehicle and arrested Estrella and Vela on charges of transportation of dangerous drugs for sale, possession of a dangerous drug for sale, possession of a dangerous drug, possession of drug paraphernalia and driving under the influence of drugs.

Six pounds of meth nets 10 years in prison Superior Court Judge Gary Scales this week sentenced New Mexico resident Amber Carlson, 37, to 10 years in prison for her role in transporting six pounds of methamphetamine.

Because the crime involved methamphetamine, Carlson won’t qualify for early release.

Carlson and a companion had driven all night Dec. 23, 2012, from Albuquerque to Phoenix to pick up six pounds of methamphetamine to take back to New Mexico. Carlson admitted having personally wrapped the methamphetamine with Christmas wrapping paper to disguise it as gifts.

Department of Public Service Officer Larry Anthony stopped Carlson’s truck just east of Globe on U.S. 60 because of window tint and cracked windshield violations. Anthony suspected the pair might be transporting illegal drugs and had the Gila County Task Force drug dog “Ducco” sniff the vehicle for drugs.

“Ducco” quickly alerted to Carlson’s purse and to a Victoria’s Secret shopping bag that contained the packages wrapped in Christmas paper. Carlson had previously told the officers the packages were Christmas presents for her children back in New Mexico.

Carlson also had a smaller amount of methamphetamine in the purse.

According to testimony at trial, Carlson had enough methamphetamine for nearly 11,000 street sales doses valued collectively at as much as $300,000. The bust is believed to be one of the largest in the history of Gila County.

Deputy County Attorney/Civil Bureau Chief Bryan Chambers prosecuted the case for the State.

Vandals cut phone cable From page 1A hour,” she said.

Another business owner wrote on the Roundup’s Facebook page that the outage was “annoying,” because their business relies on the Internet being accessible all the time.

Most residents just tried to go about their daily lives.

One woman wrote that while she can live without her cell phone, she could not get cash back, her doctor could not book her next appointment and the grocery store could not process her check for groceries.

It took crews hours to locate the splice, walking mile by mile of the line. Once they located the break, they found what looked like a deliberate cut in the line.

Someone reportedly cut completely through the CenturyLinkowned cable where it crossed a riverbed inaccessible to vehicles in the area of New River and Circle Mountain roads, according to a Phoenix police spokesperson.

The vandalism occurred at approximately noon and services began to return around 6 p.m. for northern Arizona and 1 a.m. for Anthem, New River and Black Canyon City. Technicians fully restored service by 3 a.m.

Thursday.

Juarez could not say how many CentruryLink customers were affected and neither could Jenny Weaver with Verizon.

The majority of customers in North Phoenix and Northern Arizona experienced disruptions to their CenturyLink Internet, Prism TV and third-party cell services.

The Phoenix Police are currently investigating the crime.

Due to the investigation, CenturyLink cannot comment further.

In December, Internet and phone service went out in Payson after a splice in another CenturyLink cable east of Camp Verde. Officials suspected an animal ate through the aboveground line.

It’s elementary: Jump Rope for Heart! by

Michele Nelson

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This week, both Payson Elementary School and Julia Randall Elementary held their annual Jump Rope for Heart event.

Kids from both schools got out in the fresh air to jump around in support of heart health for the American Heart Association.

At the same time, the students learned about how to care for their heart by talking about healthy food options and drinking lots of water.

Participants raised money for heart disease research by asking friends and family to pledge to the cause.

During the Jump Rope event at PES, physical education teacher Judy Perham played heart-pumping music from Katy Perry and the song “What Does the Fox Say?” She broke up the event calling out names of winners of thank-you gifts.

At the end of their time jumping rope, students received a water bottle to remind them to keep hydrated with the best drink from nature — water!

At JRE, the Longhorn mascot donned his costume to come out and play with the jumpers.

Students at Payson Elementary and Julia Randall Elementary schools enjoyed a lesson in health and exercise. Participants included (top) Nevaeh and Serenity Crutcher, (middle left) Christina Griffith, (bottom left) Brooklyn Hillegas with her grandmother, Lisa Smith. Michele Nelson took the photos at PES. Mark Alten took the photo of the Longhorn mascot jumping rope with Kirsten McNeeley as Kaylie Murphy looks on.

Steve Cantrill S H E R I F F ’ S Highlights from the Gila County Sheriff’s Office dispatch log for the week of Feb. 20-25, 2015.

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O B I T U A R Y Edith Sue Owen (2015)

Edith Sue Owen, “Sister Sue,” 91, of Payson, Ariz., passed away peacefully at her home on Feb. 25, 2015.

She joins her loving husband, Robert, and her son, Johnny, in the loving hands of her Lord.

She is survived by her two sons, a daughter, 11 grandchil-

dren, 16 great-grandchildren, two sisters and two brothers.

A celebration service will be held at 2 p.m., Tuesday, March 3, 2015 at the First Assembly of God Church at 1100 W. Lake Drive. A graveside service will follow at the Payson Pioneer Cemetery.

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• 2:15 p.m. Someone called a deputy to discuss a vehicle theft in North Dakota. The deputy suggested the person contact the State of North Dakota about it.

• 5:30 p.m. Deputies were called to Caballero Road in Mesa del Caballo for two horses running down the road. At 6:30 p.m., a caller said the horses were now running down Hallway Drive.

Saturday, Feb. 21 • 1 a.m. A deputy stopped to check a suspicious person at a Tonto Basin business. Turns out they were part of a cleaning crew working in the business.

• 1:17 a.m. A deputy stopped to check on a person walking down the center of Highway 87 near Round Valley. The person said they were just out for a stroll.

• 10 a.m. Deputies were called to a Mesa del Caballo yard sale where a shopper was throwing dishes and threatening the homeowner. The suspect was asked to leave and the deputy sent a copy of the complaint to the county attorney’s office for charging.

• 5:50 p.m. A person called for help after they got a disturbing text message. Turns out, it was just a family member having fun.

• 7:30 p.m. A vehicle struck an elk on Highway 260 near milepost 258. There were no injuries with exception to the elk.

Sunday, Feb. 22 • 3:45 p.m. The sheriff’s dispatch center received numerous 911 calls from a home on Stetson Drive in Gisela. They found children were playing with the phone and there was no emergency. While investigating, however, they arrested one

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Monday, Feb. 23 • 8 a.m. Deputies responded to Fossil Creek after a mother reported that two teens who had gone hiking in the area were overdue. With the help of the Casa Grande sheriff and Gila River 911 dispatch centers, the teens’ GPS locations were pinged and a DPS Ranger helicopter picked them up and flew them to the Payson airport, where their family was waiting.

• Noon. Deputy went to the first crossing on Flowing Springs Road for a vehicle that had slid off the road and was stuck in a ditch; no injuries noted.

• 8:15 p.m. GCSO and Coconino County Sheriff’s Office deputies searched for a group that got lost off Highway 260, near milepost 250.

The group got lost and stuck while off-roading in the area. Subjects were located and assisted out to the highway.

• 11 p.m. Deputies responded to a call of suspicious circumstances at a Pine home. Upon arrival, it was determined that everyone was all right and “that too much of an intoxicating libation was consumed earlier.”

Wednesday, Feb. 25 • 4 p.m. Deputies responded to a residence on Haught Road in Star Valley for suspicious activity. The deputies spoke with an individual and trespassed them from the residence.

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Partly sunny, 40% chance PM rain

57/39 Saturday

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46/39 Sunday

90% chance of showers

44/36 Monday

90% chance of showers

42/33 Tuesday

Tuesday, Feb. 24 • 10:50 a.m. When a Gila County Drug, Gang and Violent Crimes Task Force deputy tried to stop a vehicle for a traffic violation on Highway 87, the passenger fled into the woods.

The deputy caught up with the vehicle and arrested the driver. Several other officers arrived to assist with the search for the passenger.

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Payson Statistics DATE H Feb. 16 64 Feb. 17 62 Feb. 18 69 Feb. 19 70 Feb. 20 63 Feb. 21 64 Feb. 22 58 Feb. 23 46 Feb. 24 59 Feb. 25 59 Feb. 26 59

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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

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Winter storms predicted From page 1A areas and causing at least four deaths.

Especially in parts of the South, this year may produce the coldest February on record.

The latest string of severe winter storms has produced the second severe winter in a row in the eastern United States.

Some skeptics have cited the series of winter storms to criticize predictions of global warming as a result of the buildup of heat-trapping pollutants in the atmosphere.

Climate scientists are scrambling to explain the discrepancy between higher global temperatures overall and frigid winters in North America. Many point to the unusually wavy and unpredictability of the high altitude jet stream, which circles the poles and drives winter storm patterns. The swirl of fast-moving, frigid air circling the northern third of the planet may have been altered by the 60 percent decline in sea ice in the Arctic, according to an analysis in Scientific American by climate scientist Jennifer Francis.

In any case, the onset of the storms in Arizona this week could signal the belated start of an unusually wet winter predicted

by Salt River Project forecasters, based on the development of El Niño conditions in the

Eastern Pacific.

The storm should bring heavy snowfall throughout the West, including New Mexico and Colorado — with even California getting a desperately needed addition to its snowpack.

The storms should help replenish dangerously low reservoir levels, with Roosevelt Lake on the Salt River at 46 percent of capacity and the giant reservoirs on the Colorado River at about 40 percent capacity.

On Thursday, the Salt River was running at just 55 percent of normal and Tonto Creek at about 72 percent of normal.

On the eve of the onset of this first, sustained series of storms, the snowpack in Colorado and New Mexico and the snowpack in the Little Colorado Basin stood at just 48 percent of normal and just 37 percent of normal in the White Mountains.

The Mogollon Rim had about 24 percent of normal, the Verde River Basin about 31 percent and the San Francisco Peaks about 65 percent.

Overall, Arizona had about 41 percent of its normal snowpack.

So water planners joined skiers and businesses catering to winter recreation in a Photographer DJ Craig captured this image of coots in the fog in Green Valley Park after the last winter storm heartfelt round of “Let it snow, let it snow, passed through Payson. The region should get rain and snow again tonight, with the forecast calling for a series of storms delivering the first heavy rain and snow of the winter through at least Wednesday of next week. let it snow.”

Payson band excels in regional ‘all-star’ musical event From page 1A with the band).

The three girls sang in a choir of about 100 students from regional schools Blue Ridge, Holbrook, Joseph City, Mogollon, Round Valley, Snowflake, St. Johns and Show Low. Their guest conductor, Dr. Bruce Bishop is the director of choirs at Eastern Arizona College.

The Regional Festival Choir sang five songs: “Turn the World Around” (arranged by Robert DeCormier), “The Awakening” (by Joseph M. Martin), “Faire Phyllis” (by John Farmer), “While I’m Around – from Sweeney Todd” (arranged by Bruce Bishop) and the “Hallelujah (No.44) Chorus” from Handel’s Messiah.

True to tradition, the audience rose to stand while the choir sang the “Hallelujah Chorus.”

Legend has it that the “Hallelujah Chorus” of Handel’s Messiah so moved King George II he stood out of respect for the Lord of Lords. Ever since then, the audience listening to the piece stands.

In the band, Payson filled 18 of the 38 seats for the regional festival.

Musicians that tried out and received a spot included Crystal Kubby (flute), Sandra Lewinson (flute), Elizabeth Mabb (clarinet), Josh Shaw (alto saxophone), Veronica Volk (alto saxophone),

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Payson band members were well represented in the regional, all-star band that performed in Holbrook last Saturday, after excelling in their auditions.

Colin Nossek (tenor saxophone), Rachel Spooner (trumpet), Trace Wallace (trumpet), Noah Tassell (trumpet), Maddy Beier (trumpet), Sabrina Bonn (French horn), Jessica Hoffman (trombone), Raven

Lee (trombone), Keith Foster (tuba), Holden Argel (tuba), Tyler Krall (percussion), Victoria Van Camp (percussion) and Autumn Lee (percussion).

The band enjoyed the direction of Renee YoungEsparza, the bands and choir director at Barry Goldwater High School in north Phoenix.

Regional Band Chair Sarah Meeks introduced Young-Esparza by telling the story of how YoungEsparza explained that a band is like a cupcake.

She said the cake part is your tubas up to trombones; the frosting are the French horns and lower trumpets, and the sprinkles the woodwinds and higher trumpets.

This story prompted some band members to buy Young-Esparza a cupcake, said Meeks.

The band played “Fate of the Gods” (by Steven Reinke), “Shock Wave” (by Gary D. Ziek), “All the Pretty Little Horses” (arranged by Andrew Boysen Jr.) and “They’re Off” (arranged by Andrew Glover).

All choir and band musicians that qualified for the regional festival have the option of auditioning for the all-state festival over the spring break in March.

For the upcoming band and choir festivals, the two groups held a preview concert on Feb. 25.

Mason had both her choral groups, mixed choir and Voci perform.

The mixed choir includes, Lea Cherico, Hallie Curtis, Sonna Gabriel, Emilio Hipolito, Elizabeth Kane, Keli Kimbrell, Tiffany Schimdt, Katelyn Stonebrink, Quincy Thornhill, Abigail Ward and Terena Ward.

The group sang “Autumn Fires” (Stevenson, Donnely and Strid) and “Chantez Alleluia!” (Dave and Jean Perry).

Mason has much praise for the impressive improvement of the group from the beginning of the year. She said many had never sung before.

The Voci choir, that will compete in a festival in Flagstaff on March 4, includes singers Adele Becker, Ty Brahm, Cheyenne Jordan, Crystal Kubby, Brittany Manczur, Alli Martin, Skylynn McKim, Dallin Porter, Megan Porter, Nerissa Smith, Saul Solis, Lacey Standifird and Ali Tenney.

The group sang “All the Pretty Horses” (Grier and Everson), “One Note Samba” (arrangement Emerson), “I Feel the Earth Move” (arrangement Sharon), and “Cry Me a River” (arrangement Althouse).

Band Director Sergio Beraun will take his band to a festival in Flagstaff on Friday, Feb. 27.

The band entertained friends and family with the songs, “King Cotton” (John Philip Sousa), “Chorale and Shaker Dance” (John Zdechlik), “Gavorkna Fanfare” (Jack Stamp).

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Donors keep sports afloat by

Keith Morris

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High school coaches across the state face a challenge at least as great as getting students ready to compete. They must also raise money to keep the program afloat.

At Payson High, coaches now must raise 60 percent of their staff’s salaries as well as money for equipment, uniforms, transportation and an array of other needs.

“Many of the financial problems we have come from the state continually cutting funding for schools in Arizona,” said PHS varsity baseball coach Brian Young. “Our district has to prioritize and they determined that our sports programs can be self-sufficient. All of the coaches this year have put in a lot of time to make it work. Whether we can sustain it for a number of years is yet to be seen.”

The biggest fundraiser for both baseball and track and field teams comes from sale of the $20 Longhorn Cards, which provide discounts at many businesses through Feb. 28, 2016. Money from the sale of the cards helps the kids, not the coaches.

“This year as a staff we have done everything we can so that the coaches are raising money to cover (our coaching stipends) Brian Young and not the players,” Young said. “We don’t want players out selling Longhorn Cards to pay us. Coach John Mahoney stepped up and offered to go out to businesses to sell advertising space for us. He has done a great job and loves working to help our program out. He knows the current burdens our players already have.

“Right now our players are selling Longhorn Cards. Any money we make goes back to buying equipment, shirts, hats, and balls for our players.

If they make the money, we want it to go back to them.”

The team is also selling Arizona Diamondbacks vouchers for $20, which can be exchanged for tickets to any D-Backs home game between April 7 and June 7. The team agreed to sell a certain number of vouchers in order to play Page on April 16 at Salt River Fields at Talking Stick, the spring training home of the D-Backs and Colorado Rockies.

“We dropped the price to $20 to help people out this year,” Young said. “We make a small margin on the tickets and that money also goes back to our players.”

The team is also working with the booster club to sell 3 x 5-foot banners to area businesses that hang on the outfield fence. The banners sell for $200 the first season and $175 for future seasons.

The fees are tax deductible.

“I think baseball is probably the second most expensive sport after football,” Young said. “It is not unusual for us to spend almost $1,000 on baseballs alone. We also have to continually replace catcher’s equipment, helmets, and bats. Then we replace game pants every year because they only last so long when you are sliding on dirt, and we need hats every year.”

The PHS baseball program also has benefited from Arizona Diamondbacks’ grants for equipment the past couple of years.

And Young is working with the Mogollon Sporting Alliance to help pay to replace a vital piece of equipment they’ve kept pieced together since the 1990s but now requires several players to push onto the field as it tears up the infield grass.

“We are currently working with Mogollon Sporting Alliance to replace our older batting tunnel,” the coach said. “We have a plan in place to pay for half of it and they will pay the other half, but we will work off about 300 hours of wildlife projects in the forests for them. It is a lot of hours, but we can’t pass that up.”

Young said the players and coaches will do what they need to do to keep the program going.

“For us, money is a challenge, but our players love to play baseball,” he said. “They buy into the fundraising so we can run a high-quality program. Their parents are extremely supportive and so many of them help us out in any way that they can.”

For starters, student athletes pay about $200 for each sport in which they participate.

“All of the PHS sports are in the same boat, but this community is extremely generous. Without that support, our sports programs wouldn’t exist.”

Any individual or business interested in either buying a banner, a Longhorn Card or D-Backs ticket vouchers can contact Brian Young at brian.young@pusd.com or (928) 595-1784.

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Above, versatile senior Bowen Sweeney will play an expanded role in his second year with the boys track team. Below, senior Braden Hancock should challenge the best in the state in the long jump and score points in the high jump and the 4x400 relay.

Talent, depth and speed could carry boys track team far by

Keith Morris

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It’s not as much the largest turnout he’s seen in his seven years with Payson High’s boys track and field team, but the talent level that has Jonathan Ball excited as the Longhorns prepare for the upcoming season.

“We’ve got about 40 boys, which is the highest number we’ve had since I’ve been here,” said the sixth-year head coach. “That’s pretty nice.

I’ve never had a team this deep. We’ve got a lot of newcomers but we’ve got a lot of athletes and that not only pushes kids in practice, but it also brings up the level of competition in meets.”

The Longhorns struggled out of the blocks when the Arizona Interscholastic Association switched from classes to divisions, finishing 30th with 4.5 points in Division 3 in 2011. But they’ve improved every year since, scoring 15 points and finishing 16th in 2012, 20 points to take 11th in 2013 and 35 points to finish seventh last season, their best finish since placing third in Class 3A in 2007. But can the Longhorns claim their first title since dominating the 2006 3A meet? That remains to be seen, but Ball says this team should be a contender.

“We’re on an uphill incline and I expect we’ll be better than seventh this year,” he said. “We’re a better team than last year. I think we’ll be fighting for a state title this year. We’ll be in the mix.

We’re a team to be reckoned with.”

But he stressed that the kids must work to live up to the potential. “We need to take advantage of a season that could be special,” he said. “These kinds of seasons don’t come around all the time.”

His optimism is fueled by the return of sprinters Wyatt Chapman and Trevor Clawson. Chapman, a junior, is the defending state champ in the 100-meter dash, finished fourth in the 200 and runs the anchor leg on a 4x100 relay that returns all four runners from a team that placed fourth at the state meet a year ago.

Clawson also ran on that team and placed fifth in the 400 and sixth in the 200.

The only returning runner to finish ahead of Chapman and Clawson in last year’s 200 final is Estrella Foothills senior Branden Leon, who placed second.

The only runner back who topped Clawson’s 49.80 in the 400 final a year ago is Snowflake’s Jordan Gardner, who placed fourth in 49.76.

“It’s a rivalry with those two,” Ball said. “As

has Ball options on that relay with returning senior Bowen Sweeney joined this year by Jonathan Ball classmate Spencer Payson track coach Herrera and sophomore Blythe Smith for added depth.

Clawson, Matt Davis and senior Braden Hancock and Chaz Davis all return in the 4x400, although Herrera may work his way into that race after a strong start to practice. “That’s a pretty good team,” Ball said. “They have a shot to be one of our fastest 4x400 teams ever. We’re excited to see what Spencer can do; he’s new to track but he could really help our team.”

The coach loves the Longhorns’ speed this spring.

“We’ve got a lot of depth with our speed,” Ball said. “I can’t believe how fast we are.

We’re like Blue Ridge was last year. They won the 4x100 and graduated all their kids. But we’ll have to worry about Estrella Foothills.”

Hancock could challenge the state’s best in the long jump after qualifying for state in that and the triple jump a year ago.

“Twenty-two feet in the long jump is possible,” Ball said.

Sophomore Korben White could surprise in the discus. “He’s dedicated and it wouldn’t surprise me if he finishes in the top eight at state,” Ball said.

Sophomore Frankie Apodaca is one to watch in the shot put. “He’s improved and he might have a shot to qualify for and maybe do some damage at state,” the coach said.

Like Crawford, junior Gerardo Moceri also wasted no time putting his soccer uniform away after soon as soccer season ended, Trevor the Longhorns’ bid for a state title started training for track. His work ethic is was dashed with a semifinal loss and pretty impressive. He ran 52.8 in the 400 the started running. “He started working first week of practice. We’ve never seen that the second soccer ended,” Ball said. this early. The school record is 49.49 and he has “Some people get a bitter taste and use it a legitimate shot at that.” as motivation. We’re excited to see what Gerardo Back to run the 4x100 with Chapman and can do in the 1,600 at state.”

Clawson again this season are junior Chaz Davis Another reason for Ball’s excitement and senior Matt Davis. “We ran 42.77 (in pre- this season is the coaching staff, which has lims and 42.88 in finals) and finished second to expanded. “We’ve got a great staff, it’s pretty Williams Field at state two years ago,” Ball said.

“We can be just as good this year.”

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“I think we’ll be fighting for a state title this year. We’ll be in the mix.

We’re a team to be reckoned with.”

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Having begun my 37-year teaching/coaching career in 1967 in the so-called “Black Ghetto” of South Phoenix, I found out quickly there were adolescent teens who could not read.

That was a jolt because reading was stressed in my home and the elementary and high school I attended.

But in the social upheaval of the late ’60s, before Martin Luther King Jr. began his civil rights movement, reading wasn’t a priority in the ghetto partly because there were few after-school programs, remedial reading solutions were few and many parents simply did not take the time to read with their children or stress the importance of reading.

Over the years literacy has changed thanks in part to programs like “Read Across America.”

The National Education Association, which I was a member of all my years in teaching, founded and now funds the reading program.

Its mantra is “You’re never too old, too wacky, too wild, to pick up a book and read to a child.”

Among the activities Read Across America hosts is the nationwide reading celebration of Dr. Seuss’ birthday which begins annually in early March. Across the country, thousands of schools, libraries and community centers participate by bringing together children and books.

Roundup file photo RAA officials say it’s a natural to celebrate Dr. The Strawberry Patchers will host their 19th Annual Quilt Show June 12-13 in the Pine-Strawberry Seuss because he epitomizes a love of children and Cultural Hall. learning.

It is widely accepted in educational circles that his rhymes make his books effective tools for teaching 2 p.m. and each Tuesday from 9 a.m. to 6 p.m. at the Stanton have won honors.

For more information or entry forms, go to: wwwyoung people the basic skills they need to be success- Elks Lodge in Payson.

In order for volunteers to complete a return, taxstrawberrypatchrs.com. ful.

The Isabelle Hunt Memorial Library will join the payers must bring with them Social Security cards for Ducey’s budget slammed nationwide celebration by hosting, March 3 to 7, Dr. all those claimed on the return, photo ID, last year’s tax return and 2014 tax supporting documents.

Seuss’ Birthday.

It’s very rare for public school superintendents to Support documents are also needed for the publicly take sides on legislative budget matters.

During the local library’s celebration, Library Manager Becky Waer has set up a display of all Dr. Affordable Care Act including health coverage inforMost often that task is usually left up to Arizona Seuss books available locally. After leafing through mation for husband, wife and all dependents.

Education Association, its local affiliates and teachThe free service is sponsored by the AARP ers. the books on display at the library, children will have the opportunity to complete an activity sheet and turn Foundation in cooperation with the IRS. But last week, state school leaders stepped out You do not need to be a member of AARP to qualify. of their offices to tell legislators and parents that it in for a raffle ticket for drawings for Dr. Seuss books Call Joan at (928) 472-6229 or Bob at (928) 472-7588 Governor Doug Ducey’s proposed budget spells trouand matching stuffed animals.

The drawings will be held at 1 p.m., Saturday, for more information. ble for schools and children.

March 7. Students do not need to be present to win.

Superintendents from the Valley’s largest school Bad air Dr. Seuss’ birthday is also expected to be celedistricts, including Mesa’s Michael Cowan, along with brated at Pine Strawberry School as it was last year Most always, air in the Rim Country is clear and those in Tucson emailed and phoned parents urging when a bevy of enthusiastic and civic-minded pure. But last week the fallout of ashes from them to contact their legislators and urge them not to Zane Grey Kiwanis Club members showed rattlin’ the controlled burn on Hardscrabble Mesa cut millions in school funding. up bright and early armed with lessons and the rim coupled with juniper pollen rendered the air Payson Superintendent Greg Wyman is among games aimed at motivating students to read. less than fit to breathe, especially for those those speaking out penning a guest commentary that with allergies. appeared in the Feb. 3 Payson Roundup.

Coupon exchange Also, homeowners spent hours sweeping In the article, he writes, “The governor’s budget and hosing off the ashes and pollen that cov- is a humbug — cutting K-12 schools, universities The Isabelle Hunt Memorial Library’s couered decks, cars and sidewalks. pon exchange is a great way to save money and community colleges once again while pretending and help others do the same. he’ll limit the K-12 cuts to ‘non-classroom’ spending.

Patchers to host show It’s a simple process, when clipping the Nonsense.” coupons needed, also do the same for those Most disturbing about Ducey’s proposal for classThe Strawberry Patchers 19th Annual you don’t necessary used and take them to Max Foster Quilt Show will be held June 12-13 in the room teachers, is that he touted his budget as putting the library. $134 million more into classroom spending giving Pine-Strawberry Cultural Hall.

There, you’ll find a coupon box where you The show will be open 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. false hope. can exchange those coupons not used for ones dis- each day and admission is $2. Those who bring a However, when the political smoke cleared, the counting products you might purchase. non-perishable food item to donate to the local food proposal actually means schools would have $113 You’ll be saving money while helping neighbors do bank will receive a raffle ticket for a quilt drawing to million less to spend statewide on things such as techthe same. nology, textbooks and staff, including school library, be held June 13.

It’s called caring and sharing.

Viewer’s choice voting will be held on Friday. Quilt food service and health workers.

Couple Ducey’s slight of schools in his budget appraisals are by appointment only which can be Free tax help with his refusal to pay the $336 million courts have made by calling Monika Hancock at (928) 476-0980.

Pine could have several strong entries in the show ruled the state shortchanged schools by not funding Moderate and low income taxpayers over 60 are now eligible for free tax preparation and electronic based on the results of last fall’s 10th Annual Rim a voter-approved education funding formula, and it’s Country Quilt Roundup, a regional show in which obvious we have a governor whose policies are not in filing from AARP volunteers.

The service is available each Monday from 9 a.m. to locals Monika Hancock, Elaine Putnam and Debbie the best interest of children.

It’s hard to believe spring is around the corner It’s unbelievable — this is Senior Spelling Bee at the the last column of February the Majestic Rim retirement liv2015. The time is going too village ing facility. I thought it might fast. Spring is creeping up on be fun to see how well my us whether we like it or not. spelling skills were as I’ve We hardly had any winter. aged. Spellcheck is so handy Our apple tree (an Anna’s and easy, but not challengApple variety) in Punkin ing in any way. The spelling Center is in full bloom already. bee was on Tuesday, Feb. I also noticed I am get24. About 17 seniors were ting tiny green sprouts in my there to try their skills. I was Janet planters. bumped down on the word Snyder My thrift store friend Gloria “lethargic” about in the midand I trekked off to Fountain dle of the contest. I mistakHills this past weekend to attend the enly said “lathargic.” So much for my Fountain Hills Arts and Craft Show. skills in spelling.

What a giant success. The streets The words became increasingly were lined everywhere with cars for harder for the last five spellers. I at least a mile away. All you could see knew most of the words, I spelled right were white tents or kiosks in every along with them and so did the lady I direction and people everywhere I sat next to. looked. If I had to guess the attenWe both considered ourselves good dance, I would say at least a thousand, spellers, but small words got us. Her maybe more. word was “leotard” — she added an We had a grand time, and even “e” on the end. found a great place to eat afterward Jim Harkin, Ellen Hearld and Susan — a western-themed restaurant called Paruolo were the top three. Susan out“Saddle Bronc.” I recommend it high- spelled Ellen in the last round with ly; the food was delicious. “lumbriciform.”

All in all the afternoon was great Spelling bee fun. I will try again next year and I will Last week I joined up for the first pay more attention to the small words.

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Birthdays, etc.

On Feb. 22, former Tonto Village resident, now of Flagstaff, Gail Mortenson celebrated her birthday.

We all miss her in the Village, but I know she is now closer to family.

Happy birthday to you, Gail.

My daughters, Eileen and Vicki both were married on the same day, Feb. 23, two years apart. Happy anni-

versary, to them both.

Brenda Slapnicka of Tonto Creek added another candle to her birthday cake on Feb. 23.

Chris Manning McClintock of Tonto Village II celebrated her birthday on Feb. 24.

Nancy Swanson, my other thrift store buddy, blew out the candles on her birthday cake Feb. 25.

That’s all for this week, I will be back with you again in March.

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There’s something to be said for having ink in your veins A month or two ago the Roundup ran an article about Bob Earl and Donnie Severs, the Roundup pressmen. What fun it was to read! And how it took me back! I was just 11 the first time I entered a pressroom and I can remember it as if it were yesterday.

Just days after I arrived in New London I made a lifetime friend: Bobby Schultz. Bobby played the clarinet, was in my seventh-grade class, had a paper route, and was in line for a part-time job in the circulation department of the local paper. One day he took me to the paper and showed me around.

The presses weren’t running as I entered the pressroom, but I stood there gaping open-mouthed at the 60-foot-long, 25-foot- your turn wide, and nearly two story high press. It was the largest single machine I had ever seen, and as I stood there gaping, the foreman of the five-man crew yelled something, a bell clanged, and the huge rollers began Tom Garrett to slowly turn.

In less than a minute the deep rumble filling the gym-sized room was so loud I could not hear a word Bobby was yelling. Fascinated, I stared as the huge press ate up hundreds of feet of newsprint that rolled off ponderous, slow turning, eight-foot-wide rolls. Paper sailed through the rollers. The scent of ink and paper filled the air. Four separate streams of paper were printed, folded, cut, flipped, and sent flying out at an incredible rate as the press churned out thousands of newspapers.

As the finished papers came out of the press, flipping like the pages in a book, they were captured by a fast moving springwire belt that gripped them, lifted them over the presses, propelled them across the top of the room, and fired them through a narrow slot high in the opposite wall.

Bobby finally had to grab my arm and haul me into the back hallway. He pointed to metal steps leading up to the circulation room. “C’mon!” he said. “You gotta see them coming out upstairs!”

And came out all right! Wow! Two young men on either side of the belt grabbed stacks of newspapers in bundles of 50, and tossed them onto polished steel-topped benches.

Two other men flipped the bundles onto machines that bound them with thin steel wire. Through open doors below the benches went the bundles, tumbling down a steel chute to trucks waiting below to speed them away.

It amazed me to watch how those four young men managed to keep up with the never-ending stream of papers barreling through the wall. I watched that for more than six years, but even today I don’t know how they managed to keep it up for the whole press run. It was a minor miracle, but a miracle that had to happen because the influx of papers through that wall was inexorable. The presses never stopped. It was either handle that stream of newsprint or be buried under it!

From that day on I knew I wanted to be a part of the New London Day. It didn’t matter much to me if that part was down in the pressroom, up there in the circulation department, on the streets as a reporter, or anywhere else. I just knew that somehow or another I was going to be part of the excitement within the four walls of that five-story building.

First came Bobby’s paper route, which I bought from him and somehow or other I inherited his “in” with the circulation department. So when he went to work for The Day and I took over the paper route, I was as welcome in the Day offices as he had been.

I was one happy kid, Johnny. I wandered all over that building five days a week after school, and sometimes all day on Saturday.

I had found my place in the world.

Next week: Some of the happiest days of my life.

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Turbulence and transition We continue our 10-part series chronicling the evolution of American popular music in the 20th century, 1900-1999, which looks at the music that was popular during each decade and what influenced that popularity.

This week we turn our attention to the century’s eighth decade.

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1970-1979 – A Decade of Turbulence and a Time of Musical Transition

The social and political turbulence that had exposed divisions in America in the late 1960s came to a head in the early 1970s. The killing of four students at a Kent State University antiwar protest symbolized the dominance of the Vietnam War in American political debates. Soon to follow was the 1971 drama of the My Lai massacre court convictions and the publication of the Pentagon Papers, revealing the early history of U.S. involvement in Vietnam.

In 1974, as revelations grew regarding White House wiretappings, burglaries and cover-ups, and Capitol Hill tapes revealed that President Nixon had authorized the cover-up campaign, he became the first president to resign from office.

In the film industry, the 1970s saw Francis Ford Coppola dominate the Oscars with his epics “The Godfather� and “The Godfather, Part 2.� Steven Spielberg became Hollywood’s hot- dj’s music test young director with trivia the success of “Jaws� and “Close Encounters of the Third Kind.� The decade’s landmark movie proved to be George Lucas’ box office phenomenon “Star Wars.�

Other key 1970s films included “American Graffiti,� “One Flew Over the Cuckoo’s DJ Craig Nest,� “Rocky,� “All the President’s Men� and “Saturday Night Fever.�

The top Broadway musicals of the 1970s included “Jesus Christ, Super Star,� “Evita� and “A Chorus Line.� Among the decade’s most favorite television programs were “All in the Family,� “M*A*S*H,� “The Mary Tyler Moore Show,� “The Waltons,� “Happy Days� and “Charlie’s Angels.�

Streaking — the act of running naked through public places — reached new levels of popularity.

In athletics, Terry Bradshaw led the Pittsburgh Steelers to four Super Bowl titles, Hank Aaron shattered Babe Ruth’s career home run record, Muhammad Ali won two of his three epic battles with Joe Frazier and Kareem Addul-Jabbar was pro basketball’s player of the decade with six Most Valuable Player awards.

The top artists and songs of the 1970s

A musical era ended in 1970 with the break up of The Beatles; although John, Paul, George and Ringo would go on to have highly successful solo careers. The monumental success of “Bridge Over Troubled Water� in 1970 ended the partnership of Simon & Garfunkel.

Carole King’s massively popular 1971 LP “Tapestry� was a landmark for singer-songwriters. Elton John was the decade’s most honored male solo artist, with such hits as his 1973 “Crocodile Rock� and 1978 “Island Girl�; while Donna Summer, with her 1979 smash hits “Hot Stuff� and “Bad Girls� easily was the decade’s top female solo artist.

Groups like Bread, America and the Carpenters led the charge of artists mellowing out the charts with soft rock. Carly Simon and James Taylor were the first “couple� of solo singer-songwriters. John Denver and Olivia Newton-John found huge crossover success on the pop and country charts.

The Eagles, Paul McCartney & Wings, the Doobie Brothers, Chicago, Boston and Kansas packed stadiums with their concert tours. Led

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Zeppelin, Pink Floyd and AC/DC drew legions of fans with their heady, heavy rock, while the Allmann Brothers and Lynyrd Skynyrd were the top purveyors of southern rock.

Dance music had been scoring hits since the birth of recorded music, but the rise of disco starting in 1974 took it to new heights of popularity that for a time superseded rock ’n’ roll. Pop tunesmiths the Bee Gees remade themselves into the lords of disco with the astonishingly successful and influential 1977 soundtrack of the film “Saturday Night Fever,� featuring the anthem “Stayin’ Alive.�

Traditional soul was still going strong in the early 1970s with timeless hits like The Jacksons’ “I’ll Be There� (1970), The Temptations’ “Papa was a Rolling Stone� and Al Green’s “Let’s Stay Together� (both 1972), and Marvin Gaye’s “Let’s Get It On� and Gladys Knight and the Pips’ “Midnight Train to Georgia� (both 1973).

Country music enjoyed crossovers to pop success with Willie Nelson’s “Blue Eyes Crying in the Rain,� Dolly Parton’s “Here You Come Again� and Charlie Rich’s “The Most Beautiful Girl.� Pure country music stars George Jones (“The Grand Tour�), Tammy Wynette (“He Loves Me all the Way�), Conway Twitty (“Hello Darlin’�) and Merle Haggard (“If We Make it Through December�) were scoring mega hits as well.

Jazz was dominated in the 1970s by the trend toward rock-influenced fusion, led by Miles Davis and Chick Corea, along with new

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John Denver found huge cross-over success on the pop and country charts in the 1970s. stars like the Manhattan Transfer and Al Jarreau.

Perhaps the decade’s biggest news in the music industry was the untimely death of 42-year-old Elvis Presley in 1977. The passing of king of rock ’n’ roll stunned the world, but his popularity would go on to reach mythic proportions as millions of fans made pilgrimage to his gravesite at the Graceland mansion in Memphis.

This week’s question

1970s Pop-rock-folk star John Denver scored four No. 1 hits on the pop charts and three on the country charts. With which of the following folk music trios did Denver get his start in 1965-1968? A) The Kingston Trio, B) The Chad Mitchell Trio, C) The Ramsey Lewis Trio or D) The King Cole Trio?

Last week’s question

John Travolta starred in the movie “Saturday Night Fever,� which featured a popular soundtrack of disco music.

Last week’s question asked if you could name the 1967 television program in which Leslie Gore appeared in two episodes. The choices were: A) The Andy Griffin Show, B) The Dick Van Dyke Show, C) Gilligan’s Island, and D) Batman.

The correct answer was “Batman.�

Gore guest starred as “Pussycat� one of Catwoman’s minions.

Have a great Rim Country week!

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health issues. Therefore, the board must appoint someone to complete a one-and-ahalf year term. If you are interested in providing this essential service to the community please contact the fire department (928478-4011) for more information. Qualified candidates will have been registered to vote in Gila County for at least one year.

Dick Wandrych flew 50 missions as a B-24 bomber pilot in the European Theatre during World War II. A while back his son, Rick, arranged for him to fly in a B-24 restoration.

Dick had a place down by the carwash for more than 40 years. He was 93 years old when he passed away last Friday. We honor his service and his life.

Keith Mead’s mother, Melba, who lived in Payson, passed away last week. Our thoughts are with Keith and Rhonda. Melba was one of our readers.

Our thoughts and prayers go out to Josh Flores and his family over the untimely loss of his father, Mario.

Sheila and her crew from Creekside and Mike and his staff from Zane Grey Restaurant at Kohl’s Ranch will represent this area in this year’s Taste of Rim Country. It’s always an enjoyable event with tidbits and samplings from 11 culinary entries. We relish the idea that there is also some wine involved.

That’s at 5:30 p.m., Saturday, March 7 at the Payson Public Library and they’re getting

close to a sellout.

A Taste of Rim seems to always be the kickoff of the spring social calendar. In two weeks the Landmark will open for the season with their St. Patrick’ s Day celebration that weekend. That is followed a week later by the girl’s Jammie Party. Then it won’t be long before folks start to trickle back into the Creek for the summer.

Visitors in the Creek this week included Kathy and Rhonda II. While staying with Rhonda Rouch, they stopped by for a brief lesson on the history of some local cattle brands. Rhonda II hails from Jump River, Wis. and Kathy is from Warren County, Iowa.

They say it’s pronounced Yump River ... it’s an accent thing.

One of these first weekends we’re going to put together a short hike to visit the petroglyphs down on the lower Hunter Creek Canyon. Five-year-old Gavin Handy is already signed up to go. If you have any youngsters you would like bring along, let us know. After the word gets out we will set a date. Dave Elston will lead the way and tell some stories too.

Arizona is fond of sayin’, “We don’t have to shovel sunshine.� We hear tell folks in Boston are sayin’, “We’re tired of being up to our rear end in global warming.� Feel free to substitute another word in there ... and that’s another week in the Creek.

Volunteer sought for CK fire board The Christopher Creek/Kohl’s Ranch Fire Department got a look at a brand new engine last Saturday morning. Firefighters Rhett and Ben were on hand to check out Engine 5X1, a 1950s style Murray “Sad Face.� This engine will be designated for assignment on small fires. The fellas had fun doing a photo-op with what is officially called a bar stool racer. It is the product of Ron Rouch’s imagination going back to his childhood days when he had a pedal car. That’s right — another week it was a Murray “Sad Face� in the creek Hook and Ladder Engine.

This recently completed project is the latest in the line of car, old pick-up and tear-drop travel trailer builds in Ron’s career. His bar-stool racer fire engine features a matching red Rod Britain pull-behind, wheeled beer cooler with ladders affixed on the sides and a hose reel on the back.

You will find this latest build on the car show circuit this spring. And, as one can imagine, Ron Rouch cannot wait until Christopher Creek’s annual Fourth of July parade.

While we’re talking fire department, Karen Thornton from the board has requested a posting: A member of the Christopher/Kohl’s Fire Board has resigned due to continuing

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Beautiful: 3400sf Custom Home on a 1/2 Acre + Lot. Owner is a Contractor & has Totally Remodeled this Home.

Loads of Upgrades. A Gourmet Chefs Kitchen w/Extra Cabinets & Counter Space. Two Master Bedrooms & Wonderful Game Room, Full Workshop w/Utilities & Extra Storage, RV Gates w/Extra Parking, Come View & Enjoy the Tall Pine Trees & From your front & Rear Decks, Inside has Spacious & Open Floor Plan...You Will Not Be Disabppointed!!! Call for Apt: 928-978-1385 For Sale By Owner, corner lot, Woodhill, $243,900. Call for Aptmt, 480-323-0533, Granite Counter Tops, Solar System, Alarm System, Plantation Shutters, Spa, Sreened-In Porch, Laminate/Tile Flooring, ceiling moulding/wainscoting, additional upgrades.

Order: 10074424 Cust: -Kohls Ranch DIAMOND RESORTS INTERNATIONAL® Keywords: Employment CD is a hospitality brand committed to hassle-free, relaxing vacations. art#: 20124535 Class: General Size: 2.00 X 2.00

• Full-time Housekeeper

House Persons • Part-time House Person Maintenance Tech • Part-time House Person Laundry

APPLY IN PERSON or ONLINE at DiamondResorts.com Diamond Resorts Management, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer

21243.1014

Order: 10073824 Cust: -Gila County Personnel Keywords: Weekly 3x3 art#: 20123738 Class: General Size: 3.00 X 3.00

F.S.B.O. Corner Lot w/Mountain View, Deer Creek, 3Br/2Ba, 26x52 Manufactured Home, $120,000.

Call for Apt. 928-474-0638 or 602-689-8937

MOBILES FOR SALE F.S.B.O. Furnished 2Br/2Ba Mobile Home in Adult Community, Newly Painted w/Deck & Sun Room, $22,900.

Call 602-405-5371 Foreclosures: 30 Homes, both New and PreOwned to Choose From, Free Delivery, Call Bronco Homes, 1-800-487-0712 Park Model w/18’x15’ add on in Star Valley 55+. Like new. Great Views. Open House Sat 11-4.

480-258-1929 REPOS: 2, 3, & 4 Bedrooms, Starting from $9,989. Call Bronco Homes: 1-800-487-0712

RENTALS APARTMENTS FOR RENT

1 BA, Office Space, 45596 Hwy 188 Ste.B-1, Tonto Basin, AZ, 85553, 12 months lease, 900 sq. ft., Storage Available, $ $400/mnth, Cell: 928-978-3500 email: kathy.meyer56@gmail.com.

Bonita and Beeline, high profile, 200sq.ft. office space. Shared reception/wait area, shared utilities, $200 per month. Dani 928-595-2968.

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

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

HOMES FOR RENT

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 2Br/1Br Water, Sewer, Trash Included, $575.mo + $575.Dep. Pets-No, 928-478-6188 Apartment For Rent

Now Renting!

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

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

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

Apartments for Rent

HAPPY NEW YEAR!

and a Happy NEW APARTMENT, too!

2 BR, 2 BA, 174 Elizabeth, East Verde, AZ, unfirnished, W/D, Stove,Micro, Refrig.

RENT TO OWN w/ lease on E. Verde River. 1300 sq.ft, fenced, new roof., $800/mo. + $800 security, 480-733-3956 or 480-287-0294

2Br/1Ba Sitting Room, Dining Room, Stove, Refrig. W/D Hook-ups, Enclosed Tandum Garage, Evap Cooler, $750.mo. 207 W. Elm, Payson, 928-474-8833 2Br/1Ba, Beautiful Geronimo Estates, Carport, Newly Tiled/Carpeted/Decorated $750.mo + $500.Dep. Approved Dogs w/$200.Dep. Contact Janet, 480-991-4904 or Eddie, 480-338-6642 3+ BR, 1.5 BA, House, 89 N Milky Way Star Valley, AZ 85541, Star Valley, AZ, 85541, 9 months lease, unfurnished, 1500-1650 sq. ft., Water Included, Fireplace, Outdoor Area, Cable/Satellite TV Hookups, Hardwood Flooring, Laundry Facilities, Parking Available, Small Dogs Allowed, Storage Available, $ $950/mo, 480-431-9846 or 480-431-9847.

APARTMENTS FEATURING: • • • • •

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

ASPEN COVE

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

(928) 474-8042

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

Warm & Cozy Community nestled in the Pines!

Forest Hills Condominiums

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

3+ BR, 3 BA, House, 201 N Trailwood Rd, Payson, AZ, 85541, 12 months lease, unfurnished, approx 2800 sq.ft., W/D, Microwave, Dishwasher, Fireplace, Air Conditioning, Outdoor Area, Cable/Satellite TV Hookups, Carpet, Hardwood Flooring, Laundry Facilities, Storage Available, Beautiful Panoramic views from covered deck living room and kitchen. 2 Master Bdrms.

Not available until sometime in Jan/Feb $1,750.00 mo.

928.978.7001 Loren@LorenPeterson.com.

OWNER AGENT PETERSON REALTY

Tonto Oaks Apts.

Experienced Personal Caregiver looking for women needing help w/activities of daily living. Personal and Professional References. Call Leona 480-657-9505

Fax Resume to 928-474-7448

COMMERCIAL FOR RENT

Positively Payson

Great Company w/Easy Work Environment, Evening Night Shift, Some Weekends, must be able to pass drug test, Apply @ 111 E. Hwy 260, All Knowledge of Alcohol Retail Preferred. 928-474-3600

Experienced Dental Assistant Fax Resume to 928-474-7448

MANUFACTURED HOMES FOR SALE

Call Caroline 928-472-6055

RETAIL

IS ACCEPTING APPLICATIONS FOR THE FOLLOWING POSITIONS:

Cosmetology Instructor

(Inexpensive) Not a Licensed Contractor

LANDSCAPING

EEO/AA/DRUG FREE WORKPLACE

Creating futures...

Cr

Diversified Services IOWA BOY - HONEST, DEPENDABLE

You’ve tried the rest, now try the best!

ACCOUNTING

• Full-time Assistant Front 2 Full Time Desk Manager 1 Full Time • Full-time Maintenance Tech

HOME REPAIRS

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

EMPLOYMENT

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

HAULING Home Repair Lawn Care Hauling CD 2014

Call The Cheaper Sweeper

2005 Ford Ranger Edge 4WD, Nice Truck, has Upgraded Radio System, $9995.

The Rim Golf Club HR/Accounting Administrator

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

Call The Cheaper Sweeper

HEALTH CARE

Ray’s Auto Exchange, 615 W. Main, 928-978-8375

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

HOME SERVICES

Must be 15 years or older Pick up applications at Parks and Recreation Office 1000 W. Country Club Dr. Payson, AZ

KOHL’S RANCH LODGE 202 S. Kohl’s Ranch Lodge Road, Payson, Arizona

Instructor Opening

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

HAULING

Applications will be accepted 2/27/15 through 3/13/15 Order: 10074541 Cust: -Gila Community College Distric Keywords: Cosmetology Instructor art#: 20124692 Class: General Size: 3.00 X 4.00

HANDYMAN

Lawn Care

* Softball Field Prep * Youth/Adult Sports Officials & Rec Leaders * Event Center Laborers * Special Events laborer

PARK & $ELL WINTERIZING & REPAIRS

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

Quality Additions, Cabinet Installation, Decks, Finnish Work, Painting, Drywall, Etc.20yrs Experience, Licensed & Bonded ROC200461, Payson B/L#PH9305, Call Robin 1-928-595-1816

1994 Pick-up truck GMC Sonoma Reg. Cab 4X4. Very clean. Call for pricing.

*CANCER CASES*

THE BLIND DOCTOR Broken Blinds? Saggy Shades?

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

WAYNE POLLARD LIVESTOCK, INC./GARFIELD COUNTY, COLORADO Call Craig Workforce Center, (970) 824-3246 or contact your nearest State Workforce Center.

Refer to order #CO6059484

To apply online visit www.mcarizona.com

Chaparral Pines Golf Club Needs: FT Seasonal Assist.

Maintenance Help, ASAP w/Experience in Repairs, Plumbing and Electrical, $12.p/h. Pick-up Application at Security Gate

Firewood:

lay down fences on national forest. Herds livestock to pasture for grazing. Examines animals to detect diseases and injuries. Assist with castration of livestock, and identification marking. Maintain all fences, corrals, cabins, buildings, range improvements, and livestock equipment used for proper cattle management. Must have knowledge of building and repair of fence, irrigation knowledge and management, planting, cultivating and harvesting hay for livestock. Light Mechanical skills preferred. Maintain ranch buildings. Maintain equipment in a working condition and observe safe practices. Assist with the shipping of cows and calves. longer hours (night shifts during calving) and more days (up to 7 days per week) may be required when feeding cows supplemental rations, calving season, irrigation and haying season. 3/4 work guarantee. All work tools and equipment provided. Transportation and subsistence expenses to the worker will be provided or paid by the employer upon completion of 50% of the work contract. Workers 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 climactic conditions, which may include, at times, dusty conditions, wind, etc.

PAYSON

1999 LS 4DR 4X4.

Very clean with only 82542 miles. Call for pricing.

928-468-2026

UPPER COLORADO ENVIRONMENTAL PLANT CENTER Rio Blanco County, Colorado Call Craig Workforce Center, (970) 824-3246 or contact your nearest State Workforce Center.

Refer to order #CO6060973

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

R.W.P. CARPENTRY & REMODELING:

FIREWOOD

Office behind Fargo’s Steakhouse www.tomRUSSELLinsurance.com

Order: 10074240 Cust: -Tom Russell & Associate Keywords: Tuesday & Friday 2x3 CD art#: 20124285 Class: Miscellaneous Size: 2.00 X 3.00

CONSTRUCTION

GENERAL

Ray’s Auto Exchange, 615 W. Main, 928-978-8375

Alfalfa Hay & Bermuda for Sale! 3 String Bales, 928-978-7604

Independent Health & Life Insurance Brokers Serving Payson for 20 years.

928.474.1233

CARS

OPEN HOUSE Sunday March 1st from 1pm to 4pm at 631 E. Coronado Way, Payson, AZ Beautiful Brick Home, 3Bdrm/3ba/2CG 2267sf on 0.35 Acre Lot Realty One Group 928-478-2000

Gila County Career Opportunities Globe:

Payson:

Lube Specialist Public Health Nurse Juvenile Detention Officer Community Health Specialist Road Maintenance/Equipment Operator Courtroom Clerk Technician Hearing Officer Contractor** Temporary Senior Planner**

Part-time Deputy Constable Juvenile Detention Officer WIC Nutritionist Road Maintenance/Equipment Operator

Bylas: Early Literacy Community Liaison

Gila County Sheriff’s Office Positions Sheriff J. Adam Shepherd

& Mobile Homes

120 S. Tonto St.

Location, Location, Location!

That’s right... Close to

EVERYTHING!!!

Beautiful, Amazing LARGE Apartments Call Cindy for details and availability (928) 472-9238 or email tontooaksapts@yahoo.com Rentals CD

Now Renting!

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

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

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

RENTED/SOLD/RENTED/SOLD 1Br/1Ba Fully Furnished Apt. Water Garbage and Trash Included, Washer, $400.mo + RENTED/SOLD/RENTED/SOLD

Spring into Summer at Lazy “D” Ranch RV Park and Apts. $100.

Off First Full full months Rent w/Lease Water/Sewer/Trash, Cable Included) For Details Call 928-474-2442 Order: 10074569 Cust: -HOUSE ADS Class: Clerical/office Size: 2.00 X 2.00

3BR/2BA 1632sq’ Alpine Village, deck/views. No smoking/no pets $1300/mo 1-yr lease includes sewer/trash. 928-978-1836 More pics here: http:tiny.cc/9xr3tx Beautiful 2 Story 3Br/3Ba, Upgraded Kitchen, Spa Bath, View, Quiet Neighbohood, Oversized 2 Car Garage / Workshop Space, Down Stairs ideal for teenager or mother-in-law quarters, $1400.mo + Dep. Call 928-978-9100 Beautifully “FURNISHED” ,New Paint/Carpet, 2Br/2Ba w/FP, 1800sf, MAIN HOUSE, 1.25 Acres In Town, Bring Your Horse, TV’s, $1,350.mo Call: 602-290-7282 CARETAKER:Live on Property in Exchange for Work,Take care of Horse & Property. Have References,Zero Drug/Drinking Tolerance.602-290-7282,In Town.

Completely Remodeled: 3Br/2Ba/2-Car Garage, RV Gate, Central AC/Heat, Wood/Tile Floors, Gas Fire-Place/Stove, All Appliances, $1,100.mo Jim 602-367-8897 or Chris 928-978-1600 IN PAYSON:Move-In-Ready, Nice 2Br/2Ba,New Paint/Flooring, Custom Blinds,All Appliances, Covered Patio, Fenced Yard, Very Sharp,Must See $975.mo Call Don,928-468-1068 or 602-647-2014 Large 2BR/2BA, non-fenced yard, no smoking, $800/mo. plus deposit 928-970-2816.

Payson 2Br/2Ba, Carport, $820.mo inc. water; 3Br/2Ba, Carport, Fenced $900.mo; 3Br/2Ba, 3-Car Garage, $1300.mo; 2Br/2Ba, dbl garage, fenced, $950.mo 928-978-2373 Pine Duplex 2Br+Den/1Ba, Yard, Garage, Patio, Water + Electic Included, $950.mo Smoking-No, 480-248-6144

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Globe and Payson

Gila Community College continues to provide outstanding academic and workforce development programs to the adults of Gila County.

COME BE A PART OF OUR TRADITION OF EXCELLENCE!

911 Dispatcher • Detention Officer • Deputy Sheriff • Public Health Nurse (Jail) 911 System Coordinator** • Temporary Accounting Clerk Specialist Gila County is an equal opportunity employer

Applications and salary information available at: www.gilacountyaz.gov

To subscribe Call 474-5251

PAYSON ROUNDUP HOMES FOR RENT Prudential Pine

ARIZONA REALTY

PO Box 329, 3640 Hwy 87, Pine, AZ 85544

928-476-3279

Pine, 1BR, 1BA . . . . . . . . . . . $425 Pine 1BR, 1BA. . . . . . . . . . . . $650 Pine 2BR, 2BA. . . . . . . . . . . $1455 Pine, 3BR, 3BA . . . . . . . . . . $1900 UNFURNISHED RENTAL HOMES NEEDED Independently Owned & Operated

Pine Prudential Rentals x3

Prudential

ARIZONA REALTY

Property Management

609 S. Beeline Hwy. Payson, AZ 85541 474-5276 www.paysonrentals.com RESIDENTIAL RENTALS 204 N. Stagecoach Pass, 4BD, 3BA . . $1700 812 W. Longhorn Rd., 3BD, 2.5 BA . . $1325 1501 N. Beeline Hwy #28, 3BD, 2BA . . $975 812 N. Easy St., 3BD, 2BA . . . . . . . . . . $875 1000 W. Driftwood, 3BD, 2BA . . . . . . . . $850 905 N. Beeline Hwy #18, 3BD, 2BA. . . . $850 403 E. Eidelweiss Cir., 2BD, 2BA . . . . . $750 205 S. Ponderosa #B, 3BD, 2BA. . . . . . $725 409 E. Evergreen, 2BD, 1BA . . . . . . . . . $700 602 N. Easy St. #B, 2BD, 1.5BA . . . . . . $675 Shady Pines Cabin 5, Studio, 1BA . . . . $395

BISON COVE CONDOS 200 E. Malibu Dr. Unit C4 and C6 available Pine Model, 2BD, 2BA Unfurnished $800 Furnished $950

Independently Owned & Operated

Studio , 1 BA, valley rd, Star Valley, AZ, very private guest house, elect, water, trash, cable inc. sm pets ok with deposit. , $650.00, 928-978-1522.

MOBILES FOR RENT 2Br/1Ba Mobile on Private Lot, Completely Restored, New Hardwood Floors, Heating/Cooling, Laundry, Very Lg Storage, Lg Deck, w/Views, $675.mo 928-288-2440

MOBILE/RV SPACES Mountain Shadows R.V. & Mobile Home Park Nice and Clean, Newly Remodeled Mobile Home for rent.

24’x40’ Doublewide 2Br/w2Ba. Lot Space, sewer, and trash are included. $500 Move-in special.

Travel trailer for rent $380.00 a month, microwave, water, sewer, trash, and Wi-Fi 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

MOBILES/RVS FOR RENT FULLY FURNISHED: 1Br/1Ba, $600.mo + Dep. Water/Trash Included, Free Laundry on Site, Call Eugene 602-501-0020

ROOMS 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

WANTED TO RENT Looking for quiet private party RV Space for the season. Need water & sewer hookup, electric optional, Please Call 928-358-2578

LEGAL NOTICES 15670 2/6, 2/13, 2/20, 2/27/2015 File ID. #14-04757 Orosco Notice is hereby given that David W. Cowles, Attorney at Law, as trustee (or successor trustee, or substituted trustee), pursuant to the Deed of Trust which had an original balance of $81,338.00 executed by Maria Isabel Orosco, an unmarried woman and Lupe O. Quintana, an unmarried woman, 19 B Roosevelt Resort Roosevelt, AZ 85545 , dated November 5, 2003 and recorded November 17, 2003, as Instrument No./Docket-Page 2003-020181 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 April 14, 2015 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: The Westerly 60 feet of the following described property: That portion of HOMESTEAD ENTRY SURVEY NO. 70, located in Section 14, Township 3 North, Range 13 East (Unsurveyed), of the Gila and Salt River Base and Meridian, Gila County, Arizona, more particularly described as follows: COMMENCING at Corner No. 3, HOMESTEAD ENTRY SURVEY NO. 70; thence South 13 degrees, 17 minutes, 00 seconds West, a distance of 433.36 feet; thence South 79 degrees, 35 minutes, 50 seconds West, a distance of 284.07 feet to the TRUE POINT OF BEGINNING; thence South 10 degrees, 04 minutes, 10 seconds East, a distance of 100.00 feet; thence South 79 degrees, 35 minutes, 50 seconds West, a distance of 125.00 feet; thence North 10 degrees, 04 minutes, 10 seconds West, a distance of 100.00 feet; thence North 79 degrees, 35 minutes, 50 seconds East, a distance of 125.00 feet to the TRUE POINT OF BEGINNING. The street address/location of the real property described above is purported to be: 19 B Roosevelt Resort Roosevelt, AZ 85545. Tax Parcel No.: 204-06-019B. 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,

LEGAL NOTICES plus fees, charges and expenses of the Trustee and of the trusts created by said Deed of Trust Current Beneficiary:PNC Bank, Nat City Real Estate, Nat C Mt; Care of/Servicer: PNC Mortgage, a division of PNC Bank, NA, 3232 Newmark Drive Miamisburg, OH 45342; Current Trustee: David W. Cowles 2525 East Camelback Road #300 Phoenix, Arizona 85016 (602) 255-6000. Dated: 01/13/2015 /S/David W. Cowles, 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, County of Maricopa. This instrument was acknowledged before me on 01/13/2015, by DAVID W. COWLES, 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-4508037 0 15671 2/6, 2/13, 2/20, 2/27/2015 NOTICE OF TRUSTEE’S SALE File ID. #14-05080 Owen Notice is hereby given that David W. Cowles, Attorney at Law, as trustee (or successor trustee, or substituted trustee), pursuant to the Deed of Trust which had an original balance of $250,215.00 executed by Gerald F. Owen and Leslie W. Owen, husband and wife as joint tenants with right of survivorship, 606 North Eagle Ridge Road Payson, AZ 85541 , dated February 14, 2013 and recorded February 27, 2013, as Instrument No./Docket-Page 2013-002405 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 April 10, 2015 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: Lot 188, of WOODHILL UNIT ONE, according to the plat of record in the office of the County Recorder of Gila County, Arizona, recorded in Map No, 677 to 677C. The street address/location of the real property described above is purported to be: 606 North Eagle Ridge Road Payson, AZ 85541. Tax Parcel No.: 302-90-188 2. 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:Pingora Loan Servicing, LLC; Care of/Servicer: Cenlar, FSB 425 Phillips Blvd Ewing, NJ 08618; Current Trustee: David W. Cowles 2525 East Camelback Road #300 Phoenix, Arizona 85016 (602) 255-6000.

Dated: 01/09/2015 /S/David W. Cowles, 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, County of Maricopa. This instrument was acknowledged before me on 01/09/2015, by DAVID W. COWLES, 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-FH4508056 15673: Notice is hereby given in accordance with State and Federal Guidelines: Payson Unified School District intends to destroy Special Education Records for students who have exited from any special education programs on or before June 2008.If you are a student of eighteen (18) years or a parent of said student and you would like to receive these records, please contact the Special Services Office at 928-472-5800 BEFORE April 24, 2015.

15677: 2/6, 2/13, 2/20, 2/27/2015 NOTICE OF TRUSTEE’S SALE The following legally described trust property will be sold, pursuant to the power of sale under that certain Deed of Trust recorded on August 1, 2005 in Instrument No. 2005-013602 And Including Loan Modification Agreement Recorded 06/06/2011 as Instrument #2011-006422, And Also Including Loan Modification Agreement Recorded 04/17/2014 as Instrument #2014-003786 in the office of the County Recorder of Gila County, Arizona, at public auction to the highest bidder at the front entrance to the Gila County Courthouse, 1400 E. Ash St., Globe, Arizona at 11:00 a.m. on April 13, 2015: LEGAL DESCRIPTION SHOWN ON EXHIBIT “A” ATTACHED HERETO Purported address: 843 Colt Lane, Payson, AZ 85541 Tax Parcel #30422090B Original Principal Balance $204,250.00 Name and Address of Beneficiary: PHH Mortgage Corporation, 2001 Bishops Gate Blvd., Attn: Mail Stop SV-01, Mount Laurel, New Jersey 08054.

Original Trustor: James F. Gosnell and Tracy A. Gosnell, Husband and Wife, 843 Colt Lane, Payson, AZ 85541 The Trustee qualifies pursuant to A.R.S. § 33-803(A)(2) as a member of the State Bar of Arizona.

The name, address, and telephone number of the Trustee is: Jason P. Sherman, 3636 N. Central Ave., Suite #400, Phoenix, AZ 85012, (602) 222-5711.

The Trustee’s Regulator is the State Bar of Arizona.

Dated: January 12, 2015 /s/ Jason P. Sherman, Jason P. Sherman, Trustee STATE OF ARIZONA))ss. COUNTYOF MARICOPA) The foregoing instrument was acknowledged before me on January 12, 2015, by Jason P. Sherman, a member of the State Bar of Arizona as Trustee.

LEGAL NOTICES /s/ Kari Sheehan, NOTARY PUBLIC, My commission expires: 09/12/2018.

EXHIBIT “A” PARCEL NO. 1: THE EAST ONE-HALF OF THE FOLLOWING DESCRIBED PROPERTY: PARCEL 5, AS SHOWN ON RECORD OF SURVEY RECORDED AS SURVEY MAP NO. 1857, BEING A PORTION OF HOMESTEAD ENTRY SURVEY NO. 119, RECORDS OF GILA COUNTY, ARIZONA. PARCEL NO. 2: AN EASEMENT FOR INGRESS AND EGRESS AS CREATED IN INSTRUMENT RECORDED AS DOCKET 596, PAGE 153, OVER THE FOLLOWING DESCRIBED PORTION OF HOMESTEAD ENTRY SURVEY NO. 119, RECORDS OF GILA COUNTY, ARIZONA; BEGINNING AT A POINT WHICH IS SOUTH 48 DEGREES 22 MINUTES WEST, 640.56 FEET FROM CORNER NO. 6 OF SAID H.E.S. NO. 119; THENCE SOUTHWESTERLY ALONG THE MOST NORTHWESTERLY LINE OF THE PROPERTY DESCRIBED IN DEED RECORDED AS DOCKET 596, PAGE 153, RECORDS OF GILA COUNTY, ARIZONA, A DISTANCE OF 75 FEET TO A POINT; THENCE NORTHWESTERLY PERPENDICULAR TO SAID MOST NORTHWESTERLY LINE OF THE ABOVE-DESCRIBED PROPERTY, 50 FEET TO A POINT; THENCE NORTHEASTERLY PARALLEL WITH SAID MOST NORTHWESTERLY LINE TO THE INTERSECTION OF THIS LINE WITH THE NORTHWESTERLY PROLONGATION OF THE NORTHEASTERLY LINE OF THE ABOVE DESCRIBED PROPERTY; THENCE NORTH 48 DEGREES 22 MINUTES EAST, 366.0 FEET TO A POINT; THENCE SOUTH 41 DEGREES 38 MINUTES EAST, 50 FEET TO A POINT ON LINE 406 OF SAID H.E.S. NO. 119; THENCE SOUTH 48 DEGREES 22 MINUTES WEST, 366.0 FEET TO THE POINT OF BEGINNING. PARCEL NO. 3: AN EASEMENT FOR INGRESS AND EGRESS AS CREATED IN INSTRUMENT RECORDED AS DOCKET 367, PAGE 716, RECORDS OF GILA COUNTY, ARIZONA, 50 FEET IN WIDTH LYING ADJACENT TO AND PARALLEL TO THE NORTHWESTERLY BOUNDARY OF THE FOLLOWING DESCRIBED PARCEL: A PORTION OF HOMESTEAD ENTRY SURVEY NO. 119, RECORDS OF GILA COUNTY, ARIZONA, DESCRIBED AS FOLLOWS: BEGINNING AT A POINT SOUTH 48 DEGREES 22 MINUTES WEST, 640.56 FEET OF CORNER NO. 6 OF SAID H.E.S. NO 119; THENCE SOUTH 25 DEGREES 10 MINUTES WEST, 357.00 FEET; THENCE SOUTH 36 DEGREES 49 MINUTES EAST, 250.80 FEET; THENCE SOUTH 62 DEGREES 10 MINUTES EAST, 192.76 FEET; THENCE SOUTH 47 DEGREES 13 MINUTES EAST, 90.0 FEET; THENCE NORTH 40 DEGREES 06 MINUTES EAST, 388.05 FEET TO THE NORTHERLY LINE OF H.E.S. NO. 119; THENCE NORTH 52 DEGREES 03 MINUTES WEST, 615.00 FEET TO THE POINT OF BEGINNING. PARCEL NO.4: AN EASEMENT FOR INGRESS AND EGRESS AS CREATED IN INSTRUMENT RECORDED AS DOCKET 367, PAGE 716, RECORDS OF GILA COUNTY, ARIZONA, 50 FEET IN WIDTH LYING ADJACENT TO AND PARALLEL TO THE NORTHWESTERLY AND SOUTHWESTERLY BOUNDARY OF THE FOLLOWING DESCRIBED PARCEL: BEGINNING AT A POINT SOUTH 46 DEGREES 17 MINUTES EAST, 350.00 FEET OF CORNER NO. 4 OF SAID H.E.S. NO. 119; THENCE NORTH 25 DEGREES 10 MINUTES EAST, 528.46 FEET; THENCE SOUTH 36 DEGREES 49 MINUTES EAST, 250.80 FEET; THENCE SOUTH 62 DEGREES 10 MINUTES EAST, 192.76 FEET; THENCE SOUTH 47 DEGREES 13 MINUTES EAST, 90.0 FEET; THENCE SOUTH 40 DEGREES 54 MINUTES WEST, 514.60 FEET; THENCE NORTH 46 DEGREES 17 MINUTES WEST, 380.00 FEET TO THE POINT OF BEGINNING. PARCEL NO. 5: AN EASEMENT FOR INGRESS AND EGRESS AS CREATED IN INSTRUMENT RECORDED AS DOCKET 367, PAGE 716, RECORDS OF GILA COUNTY, ARIZONA, 50 FEET IN WIDTH LYING ADJACENT TO AND PARALLEL TO THE SOUTHWESTERLY BOUNDARY OF THE FOLLOWING DESCRIBED PARCEL: COMMENCING AT CORNER NO. 4 OF SAID H.E.S. NO. 119; THENCE SOUTH 46 DEGREES 17 MINUTES EAST, 730.0 FEET TO THE POINT OF BEGINNING; THENCE NORTH 40 DEGREES 54 MINUTES EAST, 514.60 FEET; THENCE SOUTH 47 DEGREES 13 MINUTES EAST, 49.20 FEES; THENCE SOUTH 67 DEGREES 23 MINUTES EAST, 213.69 FEET; THENCE SOUTH 30 DEGREES 44 MINUTES EAST, 127.12 FEET; THENCE SOUTH 36 DEGREES 08 MINUTES WEST, 562.55 FEET; THENCE NORTH 46 DEGREES 17 MINUTES WEST, 420.00 FEET TO THE POINT OF BEGINNING. PARCEL NO. 6: AN EASEMENT FOR INGRESS AND EGRESS AS CREATED IN INSTRUMENT RECORDED AS DOCKET 374, PAGE 157, RECORDS OF GILA COUNTY, ARIZONA, 50 FEET IN WIDTH LYING ADJACENT TO AND PARALLEL TO THE SOUTHWESTERLY BOUNDARY OF THE FOLLOWING DESCRIBED PARCEL: BEGINNING AT A POINT ON THE LINE BETWEEN CORNER NO. 3 AND CORNER NO. 4 OF SAID H.E.S. NO. 119 THAT LIES SOUTH 46 DEGREES 17 MINUTES EAST, 1,150.0 FEET FROM CORNER NO. 4; THENCE NORTH 36 DEGREES 08 MINUTES EAST, 562.55 FEET; THENCE NORTH 38 DEGREES 42 MINUTES EAST, 179.28 FEET; THENCE SOUTH 85 DEGREES 17 MINUTES EAST, 205.0 FEET; THENCE SOUTH 37 DEGREES 06 MINUTES EAST, 822.56 FEET; THENCE NORTH 46 DEGREES 17 MINUTES WEST, 310.0 FEET TO THE POINT OF BEGINNING. PARCEL NO. 7: AN EASEMENT FOR INGRESS AND EGRESS AS CREATED IN INSTRUMENT RECORDED AS DOCKET 434, PAGE 178, RECORDS OF GILA COUNTY, ARIZONA, 50 FEET IN WIDTH LYING ADJACENT TO AND PARALLEL TO THE SOUTHWESTERLY BOUNDARY OF THE FOLLOWING DESCRIBED PARCEL: BEGINNING AT A POINT ON THE LINE BETWEEN CORNER NO. 3 AND CORNER NO. 4 OF SAID H.E.S. NO. 119 THAT LIES SOUTH 46 DEGREES 17 MINUTES EAST, 1,460.0 FEET FROM CORNER NO. 4; THENCE NORTH 37 DEGREES 06 MINUTES EAST, 822.56 FEET; THENCE SOUTH 85 DEGREES 17 MINUTES EAST, 168.22 FEET;

FRIDAY, FEBRUARY 27, 2015

LEGAL NOTICES THENCE SOUTH 24 DEGREES 56 MINUTES WEST, 974.59 FEET; THENCE NORTH 46 DEGREES 17 MINUTES WEST, 350.00 FEET TO THE POINT OF BEGINNING. PARCEL NO. 8: AN EASEMENT FOR INGRESS AND EGRESS AS CREATED IN INSTRUMENT RECORDED AS DOCKET 434, PAGE 178, RECORDS OF GILA COUNTY, ARIZONA, 50 FEET IN WIDTH LYING ADJACENT TO AND PARALLEL TO THE SOUTHWESTERLY BOUNDARY OF THE FOLLOWING DESCRIBED PARCEL: BEGINNING AT A POINT ON THE LINE BETWEEN CORNER NO. 3 AND CORNER NO. 4 OF SAID H.E.S. NO. 119 THAT LIES SOUTH 46 DEGREES 17 MINUTES EAST, 1,810.00 FEET FROM CORNER NO. 4; THENCE NORTH 24 DEGREES 56 MINUTES EAST, 974.59 FEET; THENCE SOUTH 32 DEGREES 17 MINUTES EAST, 484.07 FEET; THENCE SOUTH 37 DEGREES 06 MINUTES WEST, 811.05 FEET; THENCE NORTH 46 DEGREES 17 MINUTES WEST, 250.0 FEET TO THE POINT OF BEGINNING. PARCEL NO. 9: AN EASEMENT FOR INGRESS AND EGRESS AS CREATED IN INSTRUMENT RECORDED AS DOCKET 749, PAGE 605, RECORDS OF GILA COUNTY, ARIZONA, 50 FEET IN WIDTH LYING ADJACENT TO AND PARALLEL TO THE SOUTHWESTERLY BOUNDARY OF THE FOLLOWING DESCRIBED PARCEL: COMMENCING AT CORNER NO. 4 OF SAID H.E.S. NO. 119; THENCE SOUTH 46 DEGREES 17 MINUTES EAST, 2060 FEET TO THE POINT OF BEGINNING; THENCE NORTH 37 DEGREES 06 MINUTES EAST, 811.05 FEET; THENCE SOUTH 58 DEGREES 00 MINUTES EAST, 132.60 FEET; THENCE SOUTH 43 DEGREES 46 MINUTES EAST, 137 FEET; THENCE SOUTH 37 DEGREES 06 MINUTES WEST, 832.06 FEET; THENCE NORTH 46 DEGREES 17 MINUTES WEST, 270 FEET TO THE TRUE POINT OF BEGINNING. 15682: 2/13, 2/20, 2/27, 3/6/3015 TS#: 15-33310 Order #: 8512616 NOTICE OF TRUSTEE’S SALE The following legally described trust property will be sold, pursuant to the power of sale under that certain Deed of Trust dated 2/6/2014 and recorded on 2/11/2014, as Instrument No. 2014-001204, in the office of the County Recorder of Gila County, Arizona, at public auction to the highest bidder at the main entrance to the Gila County Courthouse, 1400 E. Ash Street, Globe, AZ , on 4/21/2015 at 11:00 AM of said day: LOT 1, OF NASH POINT HIDEAWAYS, ACCORDING TO THE PLAT OF RECORD IN THE OFFICE OF THE COUNTY RECORDER OF GILA COUNTY, ARIZONA, RECORDED IN MAP(S) NO. 372.

EXCEPT THAT PORTION OF LOT 1, NASH POINT HIDEWAYS DESCRIBED AS FOLLOWS: BEGINNING AT THE SOUTHWEST CORNER OF LOT 12 OF STRAWBERRY CREEK FOOTHILLS, ACCORDING TO PLAT MAP NO. 572, GILA COUNTY RECORDS, SAID POINT BEING A POINT ON THE NORTHERLY LINE OF NASH POINT HIDEWAYS; THENCE SOUTH 89 DEGREES 53 FEET 26 SECONDS EAST, MEASURED (NORTH 89 DEGREES 59 MINUTES 04 SECONDS EAST, RECORD) ALONG THE SOUTH LINE OF SAID LOT 12, BEING THE NORTH LINE OF SAID LOT 1, A DISTANCE OF 159.00 FEET TO THE NORTHEAST CORNER OF SAID LOT 1; THENCE SOUTH 1 DEGREES 50 MINUTES 08 SECONDS WEST ALONG THE LINE BETWEEN LOTS 1 AND 2 OF NASH POINT HIDEWAYS, A DISTANCE OF 8.30 FEET TO A POINT; THENCE NORTH 89 DEGREES 10 MINUTES 27 SECONDS WEST A DISTANCE OF 51.33 FEET TO THE POINT OF BEGINNING; THENCE NORTH 85 DEGREES 48 MINUTES 52 SECONDS WEST A DISTANCE OF 107.69 FEET TO THE POINT OF BEGINNING. Per A.R.S. Section 33-803 (A)(2) the successor trustee appointed here qualifies as a Trustee of the trust deed in the Trustee’s capacity as a member of the State Bar of Arizona. ACCORDING TO THE DEED OF TRUST OR UPON INFORMATION SUPPLIED BY THE BENEFICIARY, THE FOLLOWING INFORMATION IS PROVIDED PURSUANT TO A.R.S. SECTION 33-808(C): Street address or identifiable location: 5175 NORTH DIME DRIVE STRAWBERRY, AZ 85544 A.P.N.: 301-03-006A Original Principal Balance: $211,500.00 Name and address of original trustor: (as shown on the Deed of Trust) ROBERTA K. HOLMES, AN UNMARRIED WOMAN 5175 NORTH DIME DRIVE STRAWBERRY, AZ 85544 Name and address of beneficiary: (as of recording of Notice of Sale) Paramount Residential Mortgage Group Inc. 1235 N. Dutton Ave, Suite E Santa Rosa, CA 95401 NAME, ADDRESS & TELEPHONE NUMBER OF TRUSTEE: (as of recording of Notice of Sale) Carrie Thompson Jones, a member of the State Bar of Arizona Law Offices of Les Zieve 112 North Central Avenue, Suite 425 Phoenix, Arizona 85004 Phone Number: (602) 688-7420 SALE INFORMATION: Sales Line: (714) 573-1965 Website: www.priorityposting.com Dated: January 14, 2015 Carrie Thompson Jones, a member of the State Bar of Arizona Per A.R.S. Section 33-803 (A)(2) the successor trustee appointed here qualifies as a Trustee of the trust deed in the Trustee’s capacity as a member of the State Bar of Arizona. State of Arizona )) ss.

County of Maricopa ) On, January 14, 2015 before me, Joseph John Tirello, Jr., a Notary Public for the State of Arizona, personally appeared Carrie Thompson Jones, a member of the State Bar of Arizona, personally known to me (or proved to me on the basis of satisfactory evidence) to be the person whose name is subscribed to the within instrument and acknowledged to me that he executed the same in his authorized capacity, and that by his signature on the instrument the person, or the entity upon behalf of which the person acted, executed the instrument.

WITNESS my hand and official seal. Joseph John Tirello, Jr Notary Public Joseph John Tirello, Jr Notary Public - Arizona Maricopa County My Comm. Expires Aug 5, 2017 P1130626 2/13, 2/20, 2/27, 03/06/2015 15692: 2/20, 2/24, 2/27/2015 Articles of Incorporation of The World At Your Door, Inc. 1.

The name of the corporation is THE WORLD AT YOUR DOOR, INC. 2.

The purpose for which this corporation is organized is the transaction of any or all lawful business for which non-profit corporations may be incorporation under the laws of the State of Arizona, as they may be amended from time to time.

3.

The character of affairs of the corporation will be to evangelize worldwide, to disciple worldwide, and to provide assistance to the poor worldwide.

LEGAL NOTICES 4.

No part of the net earnings of the corporation shall insure to the benefit of or be distributable to its members, directors, officers or other private person, except that the corporation shall be authorized and empowered to pay reasonable compensation for services rendered and to make payments and reasonable compensation for services rendered and to make payments and distributions in furtherance of its stated purposed. No substantial part of the activities of the corporation shall be the carrying on of propaganda or otherwise attempting to influence legislation and the corporation shall not participate on behalf of any candidate for public office. Notwithstanding any other provision of these articles, the corporation shall not carry-on any other activities not permitted to be carried on (a) by a corporation exempt from Federal Income Tax under Section 501(c)(3) of the internal revenue code or (b) by corporation, contributions to which are deductible under Section 170(a) of the internal Revenue Code of 1986 (or the corresponding provisions of any future United States Internal Revenue laws.)

5.

Upon the dissolution of the corporation the Board of Directors, shall, after paying or making provision for the payment of all the liabilities of the corporation in such manner, or to such organization organized and operating exclusively for charitable, educational, and religious purposes at the time qualify as an exempt organization or organizations under Section 501(c)(3) of the Internal Revenue Code of 1986 (or the corresponding provisions of any future United States Internal Revenue Laws.) as the Board of Directors shall determine. Any such assets not disposed of shall be disposed of by the Superior Court of the County in which the principal office of the corporation is then located, exclusively for the purpose or to which such organization or organizations, as said Court shall determine which are organization and operation exclusively for such purposed.

6.

The power of indemnification under the Arizona Revised Statues shall not be denied or limited by the bylaws.

7.

The initial board of directors shall consist of four (4) directors. The names and addresses of the persons who are to serve as Directors until the first annual meeting of Directors or until their successors are elected and qualified are: Gale G. Dawson, 603 E. Bonita St., Payson, AZ 85541.

Chrisann M. Dawson, 603 E. Bonita St., Payson, AZ 85541.

Melisa Petkoff, 5763 Kuvasz Ct., Pine, AZ 85544. William Knauss, 2508 E. Pine Island Ln, Payson, AZ 85541. The number of person to service on the board of directors thereafter shall be fixed by the Bylaws.

8.

The street address of the known place of business of the corporation is: 603 E. Bonita St., Payson, AZ 85541.

9.

The name and address of the statutory agent of the corporation is: Gale G. Dawson, 603 E. Bonita St., Payson, AZ 85541.

10.

The name and address of the incorporator is: Gale G. Dawson, 603 E. Bonita St., Payson, AZ 85541. All powers, duties and responsibilities of the incorporators shall cease at the time of delivery of these Articles of Incorporation to the Arizona Corporation Commission.

11.

The Corporation will not practice or permit discrimination on the basis of sex, age, race national origin, religion, physical handicap, or disability.

12.

The Corporation will not have members.

13.

The incorporators, directors, officers, employees and agents of the corporation shall not be individually liable for the corporation’s debts or other liabilities, and the private property of such individual shall be exempt from any corporate debts or liabilities, Additionally, the personal liability of the directors of the corporation to the corporation for monitory damages for breech of judiciary duty as a director shall be limited or eliminated as and to the extend provided by law.

14.

The articles of incorporation of this corporation may be amended by the affirmative vote of a majority of the members of the Board of Directors of this corporation at any regular or special meeting called for that purpose.

Incorporator’s Signature: /s/ Gale G. Dawson, Gale G. Dawson Dated this 23 day of January, 2015.

15693: 2/20, 2/24, 2/27/2015 NOTICE (for publication) ARTICLES OF ORGANIZATION HAVE BEEN FILED IN THE OFFICE OF THE ARIZONA CORPORATION COMMISSION FOR I. Name: RIM COUNTRY DISTRIBUTING OF PAYSON LLC File No. L-1982267-2 II. The address of the known place of business is: 305 S. Marble Pt., Payson, AZ 85541.

III. The name and street address of the Statutory Agent is: Brian Davis, 305 S. Marble Pt., Payson, AZ 85541.

(B) Management of the limited liability company is reserved to the members. The names and addresses of each person who is a member are: Brian Davis, (x) member, 305 S. Marble Pt., Payson, AZ 85541; George Schiller, (x) member, 816 W. Summit St., Payson, AZ 85541.

15694: 2/20, 2/24, 2/27/2015 NOTICE (for publication) ARTICLES OF ORGANIZATION HAVE BEEN FILED IN THE OFFICE OF THE ARIZONA CORPORATION COMMISSION FOR I. Name: TD GLOBAL VENTURES LLC File No. L-1974092-0 II. The address of the known place of business is: 220 Fort Smith Rd., Tonto Basin, 85553.

III. The name and street address of the Statutory Agent is: Tammy Dodge, 220 Fort Smith Rd., Tonto Basin, 85553.

LEGAL NOTICES (A) Management of the limited liability company is vested in a manager or managers.

The names and addresses of each person who is a manager AND each member who owns a twenty percent or greater interest in the capital or profits of the limited liability company are: Tammy Dodge, (x) manager, 220 Fort Smith Rd., Tonto Basin, 85553.

15695: 2/20, 2/24, 2/27/2015 NOTICE (for publication) ARTICLES OF ORGANIZATION HAVE BEEN FILED IN THE OFFICE OF THE ARIZONA CORPORATION COMMISSION FOR I. Name: CHARLES SHIRE PLLC File No. L-1978894-9 II. The address of the known place of business is: 1603 E. Velvet Mesquite Ct., Payson, AZ 85541.

III. The name and street address of the Statutory Agent is: United States Corporation Agents, Inc., 17470 N. Pacesetter Way, Scottsdale, AZ 85255.

(A) Management of the limited liability company is vested in a manager or managers.

The names and addresses of each person who is a manager AND each member who owns a twenty percent or greater interest in the capital or profits of the limited liability company are: Charles R. Shire, 1603 E. Velvet Mesquite Ct., Payson, AZ 85541.

15696: 2/20, 2/27, 3/6, 3/13/2015 NOTICE OF TRUSTEE SALE The following legally described trust property will be sold, pursuant to the power of sale under that certain Deed of Trust recorded on February 24, 20155 in Instrument No. 2011-002388 in the office of the County Recorder of Gila County, Arizona, at public auction to the highest bidder at the front entrance to the Gila County Courthouse, 1400 E. Ash St., Globe, Arizona at 11:00 a.m. on April 30, 2015: LOT 40, PAYSON RANCHOS UNIT FOUR, ACCORDING TO MAP NO. 371, RECORDS OF GILA COUNTY ARIZONA Purported address: 609 W. Colt Circle, Payson, AZ 85541 Tax Parcel #302-36-472 Original Principal Balance $68,225.00 Name and Address of Beneficiary: PHH Mortgage Corporation, 2001 Bishops Gate Blvd, Attn: Mail Stop SV-01, Mount Laurel, New Jersey 08054.

Original Trustor: Cory L Burback, an Unmarried Man, 609 W. Colt Circle, Payson, AZ 85541 The Trustee qualifies pursuant to A.R.S. § 33-803(A)(2) as a member of the State Bar of Arizona.

The name, address, and telephone number of the Trustee is: Jason P. Sherman, 3636 N. Central Ave., Suite #400, Phoenix, AZ 85012, (602) 222-5711.

The Trustee’s Regulator is the State Bar of Arizona.

Dated: January 29, 2015 /s/ Jason P. Sherman, Jason P. Sherman, Trustee STATE OF ARIZONA)) ss.

COUNTY OF MARICOPA) The foregoing instrument was acknowledged before me on January 29, 2015, by Jason P. Sherman, a member of the State Bar of Arizona, as Trustee. /s/ Kari Sheehan, NOTARY PUBLIC My commission expires: 9/12/2018 15697: 2/20, 2/27, 3/6/3015 SUPERIOR COURT OF ARIZONA, GILA COUNTY In the Matter of the Estate of DOROTHEY SMOCK, Deceased. NO. GC 2014-00056 NOTICE TO CREDITORS NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that Donna Allison has been appointed Special Administrator of this Estate. All persons having claims against the Estate are required to present their claims within four months after the date of the first publication of this notice or the claims will be forever barred.

Claims must be presented by delivering or mailing a written statement of the claim to the Special Administrator at PO Box 1510, Payson, AZ 85547.

DATE this 18th day of February, 2015. /s/ Donna Allison, Donna Allison, PO Box 1510, Payson, AZ 85547.

15699: 2/27, 3/6, 3/13, 3/20/2015 TS No. AZ09000105-14-1 APN 302-36-459 3 TO No: 8484808 NOTICE OF TRUSTEE’S SALE The following legally described trust property will be sold, pursuant to the power of sale under that certain Deed of Trust dated 6/16/2006, and recorded on 06/16/2006, as Instrument No. 2006-010248 of official records in the Office of the Recorder of Gila County, Arizona at public auction to the highest bidder At the main entrance to the Gila County Courthouse, 1400 E. Ash Street, Globe, AZ 85501 on 5/18/2015 at 11:00 AM on said day. The street address and other common designation, if any, of the real property described above is purported to be: 608 W BARNUM CIRCLE , PAYSON, AZ 85541 LOT 27, PAYSON RANCHOS UNIT FOUR, ACCORDING TO MAP NO. 371, RECORDS OF GILA COUNTY, ARIZONA. APN: 302-36-459 3 Original Principal Balance $134,000.00 Name and Address of original Trustor LON C. THOMAS AND TAMARA J. THOMAS, HUSBAND AND WIFE. 608 W BARNUM CIRCLE, PAYSON, AZ 85541 Name and Address of the Beneficiary U.S. Bank National Association c/o U.S. Bank National Association 4801 Frederica St Owensboro, KY 42301 Name and Address of Trustee MTC Financial Inc. dba Trustee Corps 17100 Gillette Ave, Irvine, CA 92614 949-252-8300 TDD: 800-367-8939 Said sale will be made for cash (payable at time of sale), but without covenant or warranty, express or implied, regarding title, possession or encumbrances, to pay the remaining principal sum of the note secured by said Trust Deed, which includes interest thereon as provided in said Note, advances, if any under the terms of said Trust Deed, interest on advances, if any,

5B

LEGAL NOTICES fees, charges and expenses of the Trustee and of the trust created by said Trust Deed. The Trustee will accept only cash or cashier’s check for reinstatement or price bid payment. Reinstatement payment must be paid before five o’clock P.M. (5:00 P.M.) on the last day other than a Saturday or legal holiday before the date of sale.

The purchaser at the sale, other than the Beneficiary to the extent of his credit bid, shall pay the price bid no later than five o’clock P.M. (5:00 P.M.) of the following day, other than a Saturday or legal holiday If the Trustee is unable to convey title for any reason, the successful bidder’s sole and exclusive remedy shall be the return of monies paid to the Trustee and the successful bidder shall have no further recourse. Conveyance of the property shall be without warranty, express or implied, and subject to all liens, claims or interest having a priority senior to the Deed of Trust. The Trustee shall not express an opinion as to the condition of title. DATE: 1/30/2015 MTC Financial Inc. dba Trustee Corps Rosenda Cardenas, Authorized Signatory Manner of Trustee qualification: Real Estate Broker, as required by ARS Section 33-803, Subsection A Name of Trustee’s regulator: Arizona Department of Real Estate SALE INFORMATION CAN BE OBTAINED ONLINE AT www.priorityposting.com FOR AUTOMATED SALES INFORMATION PLEASE CALL: Priority Posting and Publishing at 714-573-1965 State of ARIZONA County of MARICOPA On this 30th day of January, 2015, before me, LINDSAY M. BROWN personally appeared ROSENDA CARDENAS, whose identity was proven to me on the basis of satisfactory evidence to be the person who he or she claims to be, and acknowledged that he or she signed the above/attached document. Lindsay M. Brown, Notary Public Commission Expires: April 9, 2015 Lindsay M. Brown Notary Public Maricopa County, Arizona My Comm.

Expires 04-09-15 P1132487 2/27, 3/6, 3/13, 03/20/2015 15700: 2/24, 2/27, 3/3/2015 NOTICE (for publication) ARTICLES OF ORGANIZATION HAVE BEEN FILED IN THE OFFICE OF THE ARIZONA CORPORATION COMMISSION FOR I. Name: ROUGH CUT MOTORSPORTS, LLC File No. L-19825615 II. The address of the known place of business is: 610 ½ S. Beeline Hwy, Payson, AZ 85541.

III. The name and street address of the Statutory Agent is: Ronald Saunders, 2808 E. Pinegate Ct., Payson, AZ 85541.

(B) Management of the limited liability company is reserved to the members. The names and addresses of each person who is a member are: Ronald Saunders, (x) member, 2808 E. Pinegate Ct., Payson, AZ 85541; Jennifer Porter, (x) member, 2808 E. Pinegate Ct., Payson, AZ 85541.

15701: 2/27, 3/6, 3/13, 3/20/2015 NOTICE OF TRUSTEE’S SALE File ID. #15-00102 Conner Notice is hereby given that David W. Cowles, Attorney at Law, as trustee (or successor trustee, or substituted trustee), pursuant to the Deed of Trust which had an original balance of $140,816.00 executed by Amy J. Conner and Daniel P. Conner, husband and wife, 204 South Tonto Street Payson, AZ 85541 , dated December 22, 2011 and recorded December 29, 2011, as Instrument No./Docket-Page 2011-014114 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 May 11, 2015 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: Lot 2 MOGOLLON RIM ADDITION PLAT THREE, according to Map No. 151, records of Gila County, Arizona. The street address/location of the real property described above is purported to be: 204 South Tonto Street Payson, AZ 85541. Tax Parcel No.: 304-03-093 1. 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:JPMorgan Chase Bank, National Associatio; Care of/Servicer: JPMorgan Chase Bank, N.A. 3415 Vision Drive Columbus, OH 43219; Current Trustee: David W. Cowles 2525 East Camelback Road #300 Phoenix, Arizona 85016 (602) 255-6000.

Dated: 02/09/2015 /S/David W. Cowles, 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, County of Maricopa. This instrument was acknowledged before me on 02/09/2015, by DAVID W.

LEGAL NOTICES COWLES, 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-4512111 02/27/2015, 03/06/2015, 03/13/2015, 03/20/2015 15703: 2/27, 3/6, 3/13, 3/20/2015 File No. 5868-TS Notice Of Trustee’s Sale Recorded: 1/27/2015 The following legally described trust property will be sold pursuant to the power of sale under that certain Deed of Trust dated April 30, 2012, and recorded on May 3, 2012, in Fee Number 2012-005528, records of Gila County, Arizona, at public auction to the highest bidder at the front entrance to the County Courthouse, located at 1400 East Ash Street, Globe, Arizona, on April 30, 2015, at the hour of 11:30 o’clock in the morning of said day. The property to be sold is situated in Gila County, Arizona, and is described as follows: The surface and ground to a depth of 200 feet immediately beneath the surface of: Lots 11, 12, and the East half of Lot 13, Block 26, Central Heights, according to Map No. 52, records of Gila County, Arizona. Property Address: 5814 South Nell Drive Globe, Arizona 85501 Tax Parcel Number: 207-08-252 Original Principal Balance: $55,993.04 Original Trustor: Zebulon Glenn Snelgrove 5814 S. Nell Drive Globe, AZ 85501 Current Beneficiary: Vanderbilt Mortgage and Finance, Inc. 500 Alcoa Trail Maryville, TN 37804 Trustee: Jeffrey S. Katz, Attorney at Law a Member of the State Bar of Arizona 2823 E. Speedway Blvd., Suite 201 Tucson, AZ 85716 (520) 745-9200 Dated this 27th day of January, 2015. /s/ Jeffrey S. Katz, Attorney at Law Trustee/Successor Trustee, is qualified per A.R.S. Section 33-803 (A)2 as a member of The Arizona State Bar State of Arizona ) ) ss. County of Pima ) The foregoing instrument was acknowledged before me this 27th day of January, 2015, by Jeffrey S. Katz, Attorney at Law, a Member of the State Bar of Arizona as Successor Trustee. /s/ S. Diederich Notary Public My commission expires: 5-30-2015 15704: 2/27, 3/6, 3/13/2015 GILA COUNTY SUPERIOR COURT STATE OF ARIZONA In the Matter of the Estate of THOMAS EARL RUSSELL, Deceased. No. PB201500017 NOTICE TO CREDITORS NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that Sharon Schamber has been appointed Personal Representative of this Estate. All persons having claims against the Estate are required to present their claims within four months after the date of the first publication of this notice or the claim will be forever barred.

Claim must be presented by delivering or mailing a written statement of the claim to the Personal Representative, care of her attorneys at: Harper Law Offices, PC, Attn: Michael J. Harper, 111 W. Cedar lane, Suite C. Payson, AZ 85541.

DATED this 24th day of February, 2015. /s/ Michael J. Harper Michael J. Harper HARPER LAW OFFICES, PC 111 W. Cedar Lane Suite C Payson, AZ 85541.

15705: 2/27, 3/6, 3/13/2015 SUPERIOR COURT OF ARIZONA GILA COUNTY in the Matter of The Estate of BILLY H. PEPPERS (X) an Adult Case Number PB201400046 NOTICE TO CREDITORS OF INFORMAL APPOINTMENT OF PERSONAL REPRESENTATIVE AND/OR INFORMAL APPOINTMENT OF A WILL NOTICE IS GIVEN THAT: 1. PERSONAL REPRESENTATIVE: Fronia Disbrow has been appointed Personal Representative of this Estate on 5/14/2014. Address: 615 W. Main St Suite C Payson, AZ 85541 2. DEADLINE TO MAKE CLAIMS. All persons having claims against the Estate are required to present their claims within four months after the date of the first publication of this Notice or the claims will be forever barred. 3.NOTICE OF CLAIMS: Claims must be presented by delivering or mailing a written statement of the claim to the Personal Representative at 615 W. Main St, Payson, AZ 85541 4.

NOTICE OF APPOINTMENT: A copy of the Notice of Appointment is attached to the copies of this document mailed to all known creditors DATED: 2/25/15 Jo Ellen Vork Attorney for Billy H. Peppers Estate 15707: 2/27, 3/6, 3/13/2015 SUPERIOR COURT OF ARIZONA GILA COUNTY in the Matter of The Estate of VICTOR J. AGNES JR. (X) an Adult Case Number PB201500008 NOTICE TO CREDITORS OF INFORMAL APPOINTMENT OF PERSONAL REPRESENTATIVE AND/OR INFORMAL APPOINTMENT OF A WILL NOTICE IS GIVEN THAT: 1. PERSONAL REPRESENTATIVE: Molly Agnes has been appointed Personal Representative of this Estate on 1/29/2015. Address: 615 W. Main St Suite C Payson, AZ 85541 2.

DEADLINE TO MAKE CLAIMS. All persons having claims against the Estate are required to present their claims within four months after the date of the first publication of this Notice or the claims will be forever barred. 3.NOTICE OF CLAIMS: Claims must be presented by delivering or mailing a written statement of the claim to the Personal Representative at 615 W. Main St, Payson, AZ 85541 4. NOTICE OF APPOINTMENT: A copy of the Notice of Appointment is attached to the copies of this document mailed to all known creditors DATED: 2/25/15 Jo Ellen Vork Attorney for Billy H. Peppers Estate

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Payson Roundup SPORTS Friday, February 27, 2015

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This could be a special year for PHS boys track team From page 1B impressive,” Ball said.

Arizona Coaches Association Hall of Fame inductee Dan Reid is back as a consultant and is the key to the Longhorns’ success in sprints. In addition to Chapman’s 100 victory last year, Payson produced the 100 and 200 girls state champ in 2013.

“He’s why we have that speed, it’s what he does,” Ball said.

Denver White returns as throwing coach. “The throwers keep getting better because of his dedication,” Ball said.

Mandy Greenleaf also returns but has a new role as the horizontal jump coach, working with the long and triple jumpers, and helping Ball with sprinters.

Carlos Lopez joins the staff to focus on the distance runners.

The 2007 PHS graduate helped Payson win the 2006 state track championship as a junior and followed a standout prep career in which he ran a 4:36 1,600 by setting the 1,500-meter school record of 4:19.08 at Scottsdale Community College, then transferring to Division I North Carolina at Asheville, where he

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The strong 4x400 relay features (from left) Matt Davis, Trevor Clawson, Spencer Herrera and Braden Hancock.

Pre-spawn bass fishing underway Its official, Roosevelt this past week. The Lake pre-spawn bass rim country crappie spawn is typically about a month after fishing is underway. fishing report the bass spawn. Crappie The warmer water temperatures have the bass are becoming more chasing or reacting to active. The most reported technique is trolling most any type of fast a quarter-ounce jig-head moving bait. Chatterwith a curly tail grub. baits, spinner-baits, Anglers report using crank-baits and jerkdarker colored baits in baits were among the James stained water, and lightmost successful baits Goughnour er colors in clear water. last week. Clearly bass Crappie were being are feeding heavily prior to spawning and can be caught in 20-30 feet depths and found near the entrances or just mostly along points. Salome Cove outside of the spawning coves. was named the hot spot this past The full moon during the first week by local anglers.

Green Valley Lake in Payson week of March is setting up to be a terrific time to bass fish on is part of the AZGFD Community Roosevelt Lake. The water clar- Stocking program so there are ity is improving and the flows always a great number of paninto the lake decreased dramat- sized trout. This past week, sevically last week. Currently both eral anglers were seen using the Salt River and the Tonto power-bait, wet flies and salmon Creek are flowing at 50 percent eggs.

Have a great week of fishing of their normal rates. The lake level has risen four and a half and I hope to see you on the feet in the past month and cur- water.

James Goughnour owns rently stands at 46 percent full.

Crappie fishing also improved Rim Country Custom Rods

Sports briefs Little League extends signup deadline Payson Little League has extended the deadline to register boys and girls ages 5-14 for baseball and softball this season. Parents may sign their children up at Big 5 Sports Goods from 5-7 p.m. today and from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. Saturday, as well as next week at Scoops Ice Cream and the morning of tryouts, which are scheduled for Saturday, March 7, weather permitting.

The fee is $75 per child for the first child in a family with discounts for additional children from the same family. The fee is $50 for the coach pitch division, which is for kids ages 5-7. The other divisions are minors for those ages 7-11, majors for ages 9-12, intermediate for ages 11-13 and juniors for ages 12-14.

Parents should bring their child’s birth certificate and three documents listing the family’s

home address such as a utility bill (although only one of the following can be submitted: power, water, gas, phone), bank statement, cable or satellite bill, etc.

Opening Day is Saturday, April 11, weather permitting. For more information, call Payson Little League president Barbara Rasmussen at (928) 978-3417.

Men’s Golf Association needs members The Payson Men’s Golf Association is looking for new members for the upcoming season. The PMGA plays each Wednesday beginning March 18 through October at Payson Golf Course. The dues are $62 a year and greens fees are $29 to walk and $40 to play a round with a cart, with a $10 fee that goes into the weekly prize fund. Opening day is March 18, with breakfast at 8:30 a.m. followed by a fourman scramble. To join, call Herb Sherman at (928) 472-7018.

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ran a 4:22.3 mile and ranks third on the school’s top performances in both the 800 (1:56.34) and the 1,500 (3:58.72), recording both times as a junior in 2010.

“He was a big time runner and I can’t say enough about what he’s doing with the distance runners,” Ball said. “He’s been a real asset to Payson High School as he’s been coaching three sports and working with athletes year round. He allows me to work closely with sprinters.”

The Longhorns open the season in the Sanders Montague Desert Classic at Queen Creek on March 6, then participate in the Horizon Husky Invitational on March 14.

The Longhorns hosted two meets a year ago but that’s been cut in half this year as their only home meet is the April 25 Payson Rotarians Freshman-Sophomore Meet.

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Wyatt Chapman is back to defend his 100-meter title.

The Longhorns feature a lot of speed this spring and that’s evident on the 4x100 relay, which includes (from left) Wyatt Chapman, Bowen Sweeney, Chaz Davis and Trevor Clawson.