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Underage drinking targeted

Governor’s office wants to raise awareness about teen drinking problem

November 26, 2007

The governor’s office is working to keep Arizona youth safer this holiday season.

Shoppers yes, but no Black Friday in Payson

November 26, 2007

A tour of stores and shops in Payson on Black Friday indicated it wasn’t quite the rush it was in a lot of other Arizona communities. Black Friday traditionally takes place the day after Thanksgiving when consumers inundate stores and shopping malls in search of big discounts on the season’s hottest items.

Holiday magic at Swiss Village

November 26, 2007

Ouch: Horns spanked by Scottsdale Christian Academy in opener 60-49

By Max Foster

November 26, 2007

The Longhorns boys basketball team might bring out the absolute best in every opponent it faces this season.

Show Low brings home state title

By Max Foster

November 26, 2007

As a former football coach at Show Low High School, I received plenty of good-natured ribbing from friends and former students and players in the White Mountains after the Cougars defeated Coolidge 26-0 for the state championship.

Angel Tree ready

November 26, 2007

An Angel Tree — with names of individuals to adopt for gift-giving — is located at National Bank of Arizona, 804 S. Beeline Highway.

LOST all sense — problems at sea

November 26, 2007

The Senate Foreign Relations Committee recently approved a troubling treaty called the United Nations Convention on the Law of the Sea, also known as the Law of the Sea Treaty or LOST. If ratified by the whole Senate, the treaty could have dangerous consequences to our economy, national security, and sovereignty.

‘tis the season

November 26, 2007

East Verde to hold arts, antiques, craft show

November 26, 2007

East Verde Park artists, crafters, photographers and antique dealers will host a showcase Saturday, Dec. 1 from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. and Sunday, Dec. 2, from noon to 3 p.m. at the clubhouse.

Those caring for an older relative need care, too

November 26, 2007

If you are providing care for a parent or older family member, chances are good that you are also feeling stressed at times.

Mayoral contest shrinks to two candidates

Bruce Van Camp will now seek council seat

November 26, 2007

The Payson mayoral race may come down to two contestants after all.

Members of the 3:21 Club learn about using a camera

Sonshine Club, an after-school experience

November 26, 2007

Luke Manning was caught doing “something good,” at the SonShine Club, so he was able to choose a prize in time for an older student in the SonShine’s 3:21 Club to snap his photograph.

Workshop will focus on small business

November 26, 2007

Small businesses are the focus of a workshop coming to Payson this week. The Rim Country Regional Chamber of Commerce, Payson Regional Economic Development Corporation and Gila County Community College Small Business Development Center are co-hosting a workshop on Thursday from 7:30 to 9:30 a.m. at the Payson Public Library.

Beautiful sight

November 26, 2007

County, city to work together on recycling effort

November 26, 2007

When the Gila County Board of Supervisors approved a recycling program with the Town of Payson last Tuesday, it was more than just another county decision.

Thanks to family, friends for their support

November 26, 2007

American history and turkey day

November 26, 2007

The truth will come out

November 26, 2007

The right decisions can break the cycle of violence

November 26, 2007

Violence is about power and control and it is not always physical.

Take part in Celtic Christmas carols at Main Street Grille

November 26, 2007

Songstress and composer Vyktoria Pratt Keating will help Main Street Grille patrons celebrate Christmas in Celtic style on Friday, Nov. 30.

Support our troops

November 26, 2007

Payson DPS officer receives award

Sgt. Vern Havens given Officer of the Quarter honor by Gila County

November 26, 2007

Payson area DPS Sgt. Vern Havens has been awarded the Officer of the Quarter Award for the third quarter of 2007, Gila County Attorney Daisy Flores said.

James C. Gilbert

November 26, 2007

James C. Gilbert, 95, died Nov. 24, 2007 in Payson.

Murriel Keeton

November 26, 2007

Murriel Keeton, 90, died Nov. 22, 2007.

Ready for the season to begin

By Max Foster

November 26, 2007

A nucleus of five state placers will lead the Longhorn wrestling team tomorrow, Wednesday, in a season-opening mat battle against visiting Fountain Hills.

Mollee Lee named to all-state VB team

By Max Foster

November 26, 2007

Mollee Lee was the lone Lady Longhorn to earn honors when the Class 1A-3A All-State team was announced Sunday.

Lady Longhorns notch first win

By Max Foster

November 26, 2007

The Lady Longhorns opened the new season on a winning note by running roughshod, 46-37, over Scottsdale Christian Academy.

PHS grad fixes helicopters in Afghanistan

November 26, 2007

Austin Davis joined the Army National Guard in pursuit of his dream — to sit in the bubble cockpit of a helicopter and fly straight up into the sky.

Payson residents raise more than $15,000 for orphanage

November 26, 2007

A group of Payson residents raised more than $15,000 to help orphans and widows in the Sudan.

Take steps to be safe this busy holiday season

November 26, 2007

The holidays are here; an exciting, busy time of the year

Salon growing in new location

By Teresa McQuerrey

November 26, 2007

The Kutting Edge Hair Salon, owned and operated by Valerie Bianculli, has been in Payson for more than five years. The shop opened in Ponderosa Village, but moved to East Bonita off Beeline Highway about 18 months ago.

‘Best ice cream in country’ comes to Payson Bashas’

November 26, 2007

Starting immediately, residents of Payson will be able to get their first taste of what the rest of the South and Southwest have been talking about — Blue Bell Ice Cream from Brenham, Texas.

Celebrating a legacy of leadership in safe patient care

November 26, 2007

Payson Regional Medical Center’s surgery department recently celebrated a special event: Perioperative Nurse Week Nov. 11-17.

Free Family Enrichment Classes offered

November 26, 2007

Payson Schools offers Family Enrichment Classes throughout the school year. The next series begins at 6 p.m. Tuesday, Nov. 27 in the Parent Resource Center, 514 W. Wade Lane.

More eBay classes scheduled at GCC

November 26, 2007

Gila Community College Payson Campus is offering additional eBay classes Dec. 1 and Dec. 8.

Bell ringers needed

November 26, 2007

Volunteer to be a holiday bell ringer. Ringing will be in two-hour shifts, every Thursday, Friday and Saturday, including Christmas Eve.

Shop at the library bookstore

November 26, 2007

During December the Library Friends of Payson Bookstore will feature an extensive collection of Christmas fiction, music, cookbooks, craft books, etc.