October 2008
Photos for October 14, 2008
Reagan Weaver acted as the rain as other kids attempted to stop the flooding by putting up barriers in streams, irrigation ditches, lakes and rivers during the Water Education Fest in Green Valley Park, Friday, Oct. 10. The problem with putting up too many barriers displayed as flooding during the rain cycle in this event. Julia Randall, Frontier and Payson Elementary school fourth graders took part in the morning event.
Maezzy Patterson partially missed the barrel in her rush to pour the water during the last event at the Water Education Fest, Friday, Oct. 10 in Green Valley Park. The final event was a competition between teams to see who could pour the most water into a barrel in the shortest time.
Bobby Davis, an instructor during the Water Education Fest, points to a student who has an answer to his question about water, Friday, Oct. 10.
Kellie Costello formed a cloud with her hands and had her class do the same as she demonstrated how water moisture forms clouds until they are so dense they begin to fall to the ground as rain. The cycle of water was the most important part of the education program conducted Friday, Oct. 11 at Green Valley Park.
Billy Bob Neal found out just how hard it is to extract ground water as he pumped and pumped during the Water Education fest in Green Valley Park, Friday, Oct. 11.
Maezzy Patterson, left, and Maddie DeFonzo, attempt to pump the water out of the ground water model they have just poured water into during the Water Education Fest in Green Valley Park. The event was conducted to educate children about the importance of water, its natural cycle and how it is used by humans.
Jordon Larsen spins a dice to determine if she will be a water molecule in a cloud, the ocean or ground water. The water education fest event took place Friday, Oct. 10 at Green Valley Park and involved fourth graders from Julia Randall, Frontier, and Payson Elementary schools.
Lt. Snively (right) checks the answer sheet for correct answers from the Pink Group after a timed question and answer period focused on drug use and its effects on the body. The drug education took place at Rim Country Middle School, Tuesday, Oct. 7. From left to right are Kayla Percell, sixth grade teacher Greg Lanners and Tim Hoke.
Ryan Knorr keeps a running tab on the board of which team is getting the most correct answers during a drug education class at Rim Country Middle School, Tuesday, Oct. 7.
For the 10th straight year the Payson Roundup has been named Arizona’s best non-daily newspaper. The newspaper was given 20 awards of excellence at the Arizona Newspaper Association’s annual banquet.
Members of the Payson Longhorn football team roar in approval as their team takes a commanding lead over the Round Valley Elks Friday night. The Longhorns will face top-ranked Blue Ridge at home this Friday night. See story on page 1B.
This is a conceptual drawing of the proposed YMCA facility at Rumsey Park, which would have an enclosed pool and a variety of other recreation and meeting spaces.
Youngsters of the Rim Country are invited to go trick or treating in a safe environment at the annual Trunk-or-Treat Halloween Festival. Payson Parks and Recreation provides the candy for the costumed volunteers to distribute from their decorated booths. To take part in the festivities or have a booth, call Parks and Recreation (928) 474-5242, ext. 7. Space is limited. The free event is from 6 p.m. to 8 p.m., Friday, Oct. 31 at North Rumsey Park, north of Taylor Pool.
Justin Heap rolls up some of the old, insulated wiring as other workmen prepare to install new connections at the Payson Senior Center and Thrift Shop. The roof of the Senior Center is being remodeled, updated and replaced. Some areas of the roof were not draining properly and now with this new construction, proper drainage will occur when it rains or snows. Construction is being handled by Noble Building, L.L.C.
Principal Rob Varner and Walmart Teacher of the Year Trevor Creighton pose with students from Julia Randall Elementary School.
Crystal Root spurs her horse during the Turn ’n’ Burn finals Saturday, Oct. 11 at the Payson Event Center. Other events included team sorting and team roping. Town Parks and Recreation Equestrian and PEC Coordinator Charlene Hunt hooked up with Destry and Terri Haught to host the stampede, which they hope becomes an annual season-ending event.
Brandon Alexander (26) applies a stiff arm to an attacking Round Valley defender. Action took place Oct.10 in PHS stadium.
Cody York (9) and a gang of Longhorn tacklers stand a Round Valley Elk ball carrier on his head after a modest gain.
Brandon Alexander (26) and Matt Wilson (55) celebrate in the end zone after Alexander scores his third touchdown of the game.
Victory smiles don the faces of PHS players after the Lady Longhorns won the Fountain Hills Invitational Volleyball Tournament championship. Team members are Cydney Figueroa, Nikki DeWees, Rose Hardt, Laughlin Potvin, Desi Burris, Jenna Robertson, Kristin Remonda, Bailey Randall, Trinity England, Rylee Halenar, Reghan Flake and Michelle Daniels.
Among the reasons Round Valley’s aerial attack was held in check was the presence of 6-foot-6-inch, 265-pound defensive end Matt Wilson (56), shown knocking down a pass attempt.
Kohl’s Ranch new general manager Lauree Moffett stands outside the historic lodge. The lodge offers a taste of the west with steaks in the Zane Grey Steakhouse and Saloon, rustic creekside cabins and horseback rides
Lauree Moffett stands with autumn decorations outside Kohl’s Ranch Lodge. The lodge dresses up for most holidays and offers a buffet feast Christmas and Thanksgiving.
YMCA overview: This photo shows the proposed recreational center. The swimming pool in the center marks the site of the existing Taylor Pool, with the proposed new gym to the north.
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