September 2008
Photos for September 23, 2008
This map shows the road extensions into the 220-acre Airport Land Exchange parcel that have alarmed some homeowners in existing neighboring developments.
Longhorn football fans were up and cheering during Payson High School’s Sept. 19 homecoming victory over Chino Valley. The game and the dance that followed wrapped up a week of festivities that included a parade, bonfire, student body assemblies and spirit days. See story and photos on page 1B.
Airport Plan: This map shows the General Plan request submitted by the owners of a 220-acre chunk of land recently exchanged with the Forest Service. The map shows the new alignment of Airport Road and the extensions of Sherwood Drive, Green Valley Parkway and North Vista Road.
Mitchell Perna, left, Mr. Stevens and Shelby Hill check the equipment before testing the pH level on the water in the fish tank in the greenhouse.
Wendell Stevens demonstrates a spraying technique to Dillon Amburgey. The tomato plants in the greenhouse have an infestation of aphids, and it is important to catch them early.
Jean Vogel, left, and Lynn Larned swap stories at the Pine Community Center ramada during the pancake breakfast at the community’s last craft fair of the summer over Labor Day Weekend. If you have a yearning for the fellowship of a good pancake breakfast, the Payson Senior Citizens Center invites you for a visit from 7:30 a.m. to 11 a.m., Saturday, Sept. 27. For just $4 per plate you can have scrambled eggs and bacon, and your choice of plain or blueberry pancakes, plus a beverage. The Senior Center is at 514 W. Main St.
Don Crowley
Bob Ashford
Barbara Arp died Sept. 18, 2008 in Payson. She was born in Los Angeles, Calif. to George W. Fischer and Theresa B. Miller. She was a resident of Payson for 20 years, moving here with her husband, John D. Arp (deceased) from Palo Verde, Calif. where they owned their own business. She is survived by her sons, John D. Arp Jr. of Big Bear Lake, Calif. and Robert S. Arp of Carlisle, Pa.; brother, George Fischer of Rosamond, Calif.; six grandchildren and five great-grandchildren. A third son, Gary Fremling, preceded her in death. Memorial donations may be made to RTA Hospice and Palliative Care, 511 S. Mud Springs Road, Payson, AZ 85541.
Residents of the Rim Country are participating in a special 24-hour, 7-day a week prayer for the Mogollon Rim from Sept. 19 to Sept. 26. The kick-off for the Mogollon Rim was Friday, Sept. 19 and continuous prayer is being held at The Meeting Place on Phoenix Street on the south end of town. Dave Reisdorf is the overall coordinator. If anyone is interested in having the group pray for them, they can fill out a prayer card at The Meeting Place. If you are interested in praying, contact Dave Reisdorf at (928) 474-5385.
Join naturalists from the Arizona Game and Fish Department and hike at Tonto Natural Bridge from 9:30 a.m. to 1 p.m., Wednesday, Oct. 8. Registration is now being taken at the Payson parks office in Green Valley Park. Call (928) 474-5242, ext. 7 for details. Bring binoculars and a camera.
On the sidelines at Friday evening’s homecoming showdown, Payson Longhorn football players, Bryan Burke (55), Logan Garner (60), Clint Godac (53) and Ryan Schatz (88) cheer on the efforts of their team.
Brandon Alexander busts over the opposing right tackle on a power play. Action took place in the Horns’ homecoming win over Chino Valley. The junior tailback scored two touchdowns during the evening.
The royalty court for the annual crowning festivities join homecoming king Bryan Burke and queen Christina Deaton.
Trinity England (background) watches as Janae Blalock spikes a ball during a varsity volleyball match against the Globe Tigers in Wilson Dome, Saturday, Sept. 20.
George and Florence Rigby celebrated their 60th wedding anniversary last week in San Diego with their three daughters — Donna Anderson of Maricopa, Ariz., Cynthia Cordaro of Mesa, Ariz., and Florence Zucaswki from New Jersey. A fourth daughter, Eva, is deceased. On Friday, Sept. 26 they will celebrate with a mass at St. Philip the Apostle Church, followed by a luncheon at Tiny’s Restaurant with members of the St. Vincent de Paul Society.
Silas Jackson Prest was born at 9:21 a.m., Wednesday, Sept. 10, 2008 to Jeromee Prest and Amber Buchea at Payson Regional Medical Center. He weighed 8 pounds, 5 ounces and was 20-1/4 inches.
Kody Daniel VanBuskirk was born at 9:18 p.m., Wednesday, Sept. 3, 2008 to Ashley at Payson Regional Medical Center. He weighed 6 pounds, 15 ounces and was 20-1/2 inches long.
Junior Troy Rogers was born at 2:32 p.m., Monday, Sept. 15, 2008 to parents TJ and Stephanie at Payson Regional Medical Center. He weighed 9 pounds, 13 ounces and was 20-1/2 inches long.
Julissa Flores Duarte was born at 12:31 a.m., Thursday, Sept. 18, 2008 to Laura at Payson Regional Medical Center. She weighed 7 pounds, 3 ounces and was 19-1/2 inches long.
Grady Bix was born at 7 a.m., Tuesday, Sept. 16, 2008 to parents Travis and Jennifer at Payson Regional Medical Center. He weighed 6 pounds, 12 ounces and was 18 inches long. He is welcomed home by big brother Travis Jr. and big sister Hannah.
Emma Faith Lloyd was born at 8:37 p.m., Wednesday, Sept. 3, 2008 to parents Jack and Amy Lloyd at Payson Regional Medical Center. She weighed 5 pounds, 5 ounces and was 18 inches long. She is welcomed home by big brother, Jackson and big sister, Hannah.
Dahlia Marie Causer was born at 7:59 a.m., Monday, Sept. 8, 2008 to parents Jesse and Maricel Causer at Payson Regional Medical Center. She weighed 7 pounds, 13 ounces and was 18-1/2 inches long.
Amaya Beatrice Dyer was born at 10:38 p.m., Thursday, Sept. 18, 2008 to parents Eric and Jenny at Payson Regional Medical Center. She weighed 6 pounds, 15 ounces and was 19-3/4 inches long.
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