Archive for Tuesday, July 7, 2009

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Grandson wins race dedicated to Grandpa Ed
July 7, 2009
It was only fitting that Chris Blose rode his way to a first-place finish in the “Tribute to Grandpa Ed Blose” Motocross race held July 4 at the Payson Event Center.
9-10-year-old team qualifies for district play
July 7, 2009
At least one of Payson Little League’s all-star teams will be advancing to state.
Jessi James makes name for herself on rodeo circuits
July 7, 2009
Payson High School junior Jessi James is making a big name for herself on the Arizona Junior Rodeo Association and Arizona High School Rodeo Association circuits.
Heelers, headers gather for Young roping
July 7, 2009
Most of Gila County’s finest heelers and headers have for the past five years gathered each summer in Young to participate in the Ted Meredith Memorial Roping.
Old coaches turn winning to golf course
July 7, 2009
The two old coaches keep getting better and better.
Humane Society could get its budget restored
Restoration of $50,000 cut will be reconsidered
July 7, 2009
The Humane Society might not get its budget slashed this year after all, despite Payson’s ongoing budget woes.
Thousands turn out for 4th
July 4th fireworks show throws a family-oriented bash that would have made Norman Rockwell proud
July 7, 2009
Never mind the recession. To heck with the unemployment figures.
Fun fails to make county value list but generates much talk
July 7, 2009
Fun failed to make the list Tuesday as Gila County supervisors and various department heads discussed their values and evolving mission statement during a work-study session.
Jury convicts man on marijuana and weapons charges
July 7, 2009
A 28-year-old Claypool man was convicted Wednesday of three felonies, the Gila County Attorney’s Office announced.
Community Almanac
July 7, 2009
AARP will hold a Driver Safety Class from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m., Wednesday, July 8 at the Payson Senior Center, 514 W. Main St. This is a four-hour class for motorists age 50 and older.
4th of July magic: Glow sticks, hot dogs, children and BOOM
July 7, 2009
Wow, what a great 4th of July! Kudos to all who planned it, pulled it off, and participated.
United States is not a Christian nation
July 7, 2009
Like you Mr. Pyle, I was raised miles from churches. On the other hand, my father, who holds a B.A. in history, taught me about the rationalism of the enlightenment, rather than religion.
Demand affordable health care
July 7, 2009
Heard of the game 20 questions? Here’s one such game.
Hate letter
July 7, 2009
In the June 30 issue of the Roundup there was a letter submitted by a very angry and hateful individual calling Obama a dictator along with other name-calling and ramblings of subjects that he obviously knows nothing about.
Global warming model does not fit with reality
July 7, 2009
Roundup reporter, Pete Aleshire accurately reported on a report by the United States Global Research Program on global warming in your June 23 edition.
Owners need to clean up after dog
July 7, 2009
I am writing the editor in hopes to wake people up of a growing problem in our neighborhood. It seems some nice “neighbor” has been allowing their dog to poop in my front yard and then leave it.
Airline, Luke residents to vote on joining sewer district
July 7, 2009
Although it may cost residents roughly $10,000 each to join the Northern Gila County Sanitary District, Payson officials implored residents to make the switch to save two wells from leaky septic tanks and possibly avoid future aggravation from failing systems.
Several musical programs set at Senior Center during July
July 7, 2009
Is your refrigerator anything like mine? If it is, you undoubtedly accumulate mystery packages — you know, dabs of leftover tuna salad, half a jar of tomato sauce, a dish of pudding, mashed potatoes and whatever else isn’t enough for a meal but too much to throw away.
Check Social Security application status online
July 7, 2009
There’s a lot you can do at Social Security’s Web site, and it’s easy to locate — just go to www.socialsecurity.gov. You can estimate your retirement benefits, find out what kinds of government benefits you might qualify for and even apply for benefits online.
Senior center menu
July 7, 2009
Lunch at the Payson Senior Center, 514 W. Main St., is served at noon, but it is recommended those participating arrive by 11:30 a.m.
Honoring legendary Rim cowboys, champions
July 7, 2009
Rodeo in the Rim Country might be small-town, homegrown fun, but 10 world champions earned their first spurs here.
Radio station owner, controller and Realtor seek open SV council position
July 7, 2009
A radio station owner, a company controller or a Realtor/pilot, could fill Nathalie Stroup’s empty Star Valley council seat.
Study identifies flooding, erosion area in Star Valley
July 7, 2009
A recently released study states Star Valley has more than a dozen “trouble areas” around town where flooding and erosion occurs.
Payson council meeting will review airport plan
July 7, 2009
The Payson Town Council will devote a 5:30 p.m. Wednesday work-study session to checking the landing gear on its sometimes rough relationship with the Payson Regional Airport Authority.
Last call for Payson budget at Tuesday’s meeting
July 7, 2009
Payson will adopt a house of mirrors budget on Tuesday at a 5:30 p.m. special meeting with odd budget rules creating the kind of weird distortion that makes a scrawny fellow with protruding bones look like a plump giant.
When buying a home, use local lenders
July 7, 2009
Our Rim Country Regional Chamber of Commerce promotes buying from local businesses.
Business briefs
July 7, 2009
Local business owners are invited to attend a free seminar July 14 to learn how to grow and keep a small business thriving.
Contract dispute referred to county attorney
Mystery of Harry Jones’ agreement sent to attorney by Supervisor Dawson
July 7, 2009
Supervisor Shirley Dawson has referred the mystery of whether water consultant Harry Jones has a contract with Gila County to the county attorney.
Brooke, PSWID to meet today
July 7, 2009
Brooke Utilities owner Bob Hardcastle and the seven members of the Pine Strawberry Water Improvement District Board will huddle at 4 p.m. today behind closed doors.
Weekend accident roundup
July 7, 2009
It was a busy holiday weekend for authorities, with a number of injury accidents including an 11-year-old hurt while on an ATV and two individuals airlifted to a Valley hospital.

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