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- Large-scale search effort sent out for hiker not lost
- May 11, 2006
- When Richard Lindfors, 72, pulled into his driveway around 11 p.m. Wednesday he had no idea that, with his homecoming, a 30-hour search effort on the rugged Arizona Trail near Sierra Vista would end.
- Man convicted in 3-year-old domestic violence shooting case
- May 11, 2006
- Manuel Diaz, who shot his estranged wife in the chest more than three years ago, has been convicted of attempted second degree murder and two counts of aggravated assault.
- Seniors struggle to find affordable housing
- Week 3: How do retirees fit into the Payson affordable housing equation?
- May 11, 2006
- As Payson’s working class struggles to find affordable housing, the finger of blame is often pointed at well-heeled retirees who drive housing costs by purchasing million dollar homes in the area. While the mental image makes for a good villain, it may be a myth.
- Thanks for making prom a success
- May 11, 2006
- It took us a week to recover, but Payson High School’s junior class would like to extend a heartfelt thank-you to all who made this year’s prom a success.
- Lawsuit disputing Star Valley’s legitimacy being dismissed
- May 11, 2006
- When representatives of Star Valley and principals of Terra Capital Group met in mid-March to discuss mending the riff between the two parties, their ultimate goal was a return to healthy community.
- Leonard Robert Socha
- May 11, 2006
- Leonard Robert Socha, 80, of Payson, died May 7, 2006. He was born April 19, 1926 in Rocky River, Ohio to parents Genevieve and Frank Socha.
- Hike near Star Valley offers views, wildlife
- OUTDOORS
- May 11, 2006
- Southeast of Star Valley lies a deep narrow-sided canyon identified on maps as Hole in the Wall Canyon. Although this is a common name for several of the deep canyons found at various locations in this part of Tonto National Forest, this one is unique in that it ends on its west side in what is a hole, true to its name.
- Wild West wedding offered guests unique experience
- TONTO VILLAGE
- May 11, 2006
- My husband Bill and I were invited to the wedding of Angela Meeker and Dylan Glass this past weekend on May 5.
- School board should be recalled
- May 11, 2006
- I am writing with deep concern about the decision-making capability of our school board.
- What’s up?
- May 11, 2006
- Q: I think the fish are being poisoned before the trout stocking time, and, of course, the trout die when the water gets warm. What’s up? Also, are park employees breaking the duck eggs?
- Don’t forget to spoil your mom this weekend
- CHRISTOPHER CREEK
- May 11, 2006
- Sunday is Mother’s Day, and in honor of that day I am dedicating my column to my mother and all the mothers out there.
- Photo Gallery: PHS Spring Concert 2006
- May 11, 2006
- View a collection of photos from the Payson High School music department’s annual Spring Concert held May 8, 2006. The performance featured the Sound Stream Choir, Modern Choir, combined high school/middle school jazz band and the Longhorn Concert Band.
- Humane society never treats animals like trash
- May 11, 2006
- First of all, I want to say how very sad I was to hear about the tragic incident that happened at the residence of Maryann Pratt on April 6. As the owner of seven dogs who are all very much members of my family, I understand her sadness completely.
- Daughter’s essay brings mother to tears
- Mothers recognized for often ‘underappreciated’ role through annual competition
- May 11, 2006
- In honor of Mother’s Day, Payson Jewelers has held an essay contest every year for the past five years titled “Why my mother deserves a diamond.” Store owner Robert Higginbotham said it is an opportunity for area children to express their appreciation for what he says is an often “underappreciated” role.
- Dog that killed mountain lion doing fine
- Outpouring of donations covered dog’s rabies quarantine costs
- May 11, 2006
- After Maryann Pratt wrote a column in the Payson Roundup May 2 titled “Owner of dogs who killed mountain lion tells her story,” the newspaper phone lines lit up with calls from people who wanted to help.
- Mail carriers collecting food for families in need
- May 11, 2006
- The Rim Country’s letter carriers want to collect more than mail Saturday, May 13, during their annual food drive, Stamp Out Hunger.
- Council says ‘no’ to Phoenix Street rezoning
- May 11, 2006
- The Payson Town Council voted against the zoning change of a 54-unit residential housing development proposed by Terra-Payson 65, LLC.
- Wildlife rehab: The young and the nestless
- May 11, 2006
- With the arrival of every spring, flowers and trees are not the only things in bloom.
- Hikers: Don’t forget to call
- May 11, 2006
- The article on the front page, “Large scale search effort sent out for hiker not lost,” is by turns funny and frustrating.
- Library needs better handicap access
- May 11, 2006
- Now is the time for all good readers to come to the aid of their fellow readers.
- A possible solution to the illegal immigrant issue
- May 11, 2006
- A simple solution for this illegal alien problem is for the country of Mexico to (become annexed) to the United States. Although this sounds preposterous, think about it.
- Why The Door Stop issue won’t go away
- May 11, 2006
- In an April 18 article in the Payson Roundup, reporter Felicia Megdal interviewed Dennis Romain while she measured noise (presumably Door Stop noise) in Romain’s home.
- Americans are sick of media’s liberal bias
- May 11, 2006
- The April 25 edition of the Payson Roundup was very disappointing when you saw fit to publish the letter submitted by Mark Reyes.
- Graffiti a cancer Payson needs to control
- May 11, 2006
- Graffiti is like an infection or a cancer. If it is not attacked right away, it will continue to grow. The tagger (who was arrested weeks ago and took responsibility for much of the graffiti in Payson) is not an “urban artist.”
- Firefighters endorse candidates
- May 11, 2006
- Northern Gila County Firefighters Association (NGCFA) endorses the re-election of our current mayor Barbara Brewer.
- It’s the simple things that make a town
- NEWS FROM STAR VALLEY TOWN HALL
- May 11, 2006
- Sometimes it is the little things that seem so very important. This week it was a copy machine. Star Valley finally received its new machine and our town clerk, Sarah Luckie, is still smiling.
- First-year teacher honored as Teacher of the Year
- May 11, 2006
- Janice Hoyt, a fifth-grade teacher at Julia Randall Elementary School in Payson, was named Teacher of the Year this week by Payson Wal-Mart as part of Wal-Mart’s 11th annual Teacher of the Year program.
- Ada Tomerlin
- May 11, 2006
- Ada Tomerlin, 89, of Payson, died May 6, 2006 in Payson. She was born Jan. 4, 1917 in Duncan.
- Wildlife Fair great outdoor educational experience
- OUTDOORS UNDER THE RIM
- May 11, 2006
- The 12th annual Wildlife Fair will be held tomorrow, May 13, at Green Valley Park.
- Boys state track finals held Friday and Saturday in Mesa
- May 11, 2006
- Four individual East region champions and two gold medal winning relay teams will shoulder Longhorn hopes for a Class 3A state track and field championship.
- Lady Horns track head to state finals
- May 11, 2006
- The Lady Longhorn track and field team will take one East region champion, Sierra Sommars, to the 3A state championships.
- Local linksters meet in twin bill
- May 11, 2006
- “Mutt and Jeff” and “A Point Par Game” formatted tournament were the names of the game for members of the Payson men’s and women’s golf associations.
- Payson High School rodeo star makes name on college circuit
- May 11, 2006
- Former Payson High School rodeo star Seth Barkley is now making a name for himself on the collegiate circuit.
- Special Olympics victories
- May 11, 2006
- Payson Special Olympics gymnastics team brought home gold, silver and bronze medals from the May 4 state competition on the Arizona State University campus in Tempe.
- Physical exams offered to PHS athletes May 19
- May 11, 2006
- Among the most troublesome obstacles coaches and high school athletes face at the onset of each sports season is players who do not have their physical exams completed and recorded in the athletic director’s office.
- Pet Week chance to appreciate furry family member
- FOCUS ON PETS
- May 11, 2006
- May 7 through 13 is National Pet Week, which is celebrated throughout the world. Originating in 1981 by the American Veterinary Medical Association (AVMA) and its auxiliary, its goals are to promote responsible pet ownership, to celebrate the human-animal bond and to promote awareness of veterinary medicine.
- Strawberry quilter receives much-deserved award
- PINE-STRAWBERRY
- May 11, 2006
- Hopefully, you all saw the photo of Willene Smith in the Payson Roundup receiving the Humanitarian Award for her outstanding service.
- 2006 Spring Rodeo Parade entries due May 18
- May 11, 2006
- The Payson Pro Rodeo Committee is asking area clubs, organizations, churches, businesses and individuals to participate in its 2006 Spring Rodeo Parade — the “Main Event.”
- SADD week dedicated to reducing destructive decisions
- May 11, 2006
- This week, May 8 through May 12, was SADD week — SADD’s spring campaign to help reduce destructive decisions and encourage positive choices.
- Humans more curious than cats
- YOUR TURN
- May 11, 2006
- According to the thesaurus in my word processor, there are eight synonyms for curious: Inquisitive, inquiring, investigative, nosy, probing, prying, questioning and snoopy. There probably should be a hundred and eight.
- Jazz concert slated for Mother’s Day
- May 11, 2006
- Jazz vocalist Renee Patrick will bring music to the Rim Country for Mother’s Day.
- Vendors wanted for Stampede Street Fair
- May 11, 2006
- The Payson Main Street Program is inviting vendors to participate in the second annual Payson Stampede Street Fair.
- Scholarships for health care students
- May 11, 2006
- The Mogollon Health Alliance awarded 21 applicants $17,300 in scholarships to begin or continue their education in a human health care related field.
- Fostered felines now ready for you
- May 11, 2006
- Spring is the season when Payson Humane Society begins to see batches of adorable kittens brought in to the shelter.
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What is the most important issue in Payson? The economic state of the schools, or the economic state of the county?
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