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March 22 the heavens opened. So much rain and snow fell accidents and potholes closed highways in and out of Payson all day. Read moreWeather closes highways, causes accidents
PHOENIX — Lifetime probation doesn’t always last a lifetime. Some victims of sex crimes want their perpetrators to spend more time being close… Read moreSurvivors of sex crimes want ‘lifetime probation’ to look more like a lifetime
PHOENIX — Businesses in Arizona would be fined if they deny their employees religious exemptions for the flu vaccine and any vaccine with emer… Read moreAZ Republicans hope to expand religious exemption protections
PHOENIX — For over three decades, Pat McMahon brought joy to children across the greater Phoenix area on KPHO’s hit TV kid’s program, “The Wal… Read more‘Broadcast legend’ Pat McMahon of ‘Wallace and Ladmo’ still a Phoenix TV icon
PHOENIX — State lawmakers have decided that some flags matter more than others. Read moreHOA residents may soon be able to fly the Betsy Ross flag
Sometimes folks will see me fly fishing at Green Valley Lake and tell me they would like to try it, but feel sure that it is too hard. The con… Read moreImportant knots to know for fly fishers
The Highline Trail offers a walk along the edge of two worlds. Read moreWalking between two worlds
The Arizona outdoors is a fantastic playground for young children growing up, and especially in the Rim Country and White Mountains, with nati… Read moreAntler hunting: A family affair
Banner High Country Seniors has made several changes recently, according to Jennifer Lawless, associate director, Volunteer Services, Banner P… Read moreBanner High Country Seniors makes a few changes
Gila County hosts an open line from 9 a.m. to 10 a.m. the first Monday of the month, on KMOG Radio in Payson (1420 AM, or 103.3 on your FM dia… Read moreGila County shares financial information
Justice has gone digital. Read moreCounty invests big in digital records
The Arizona Supreme Court has signed off on a plan to split Gila County into two judicial districts now that Gila County has enough space to h… Read moreJurors get a break – finally
March 22 the heavens opened. So much rain and snow fell accidents and potholes closed highways in and out of Payson all day. Read moreWeather closes highways, causes accidents
Flush with federal infrastructure money and fresh off a week of flooding, Gila County is rethinking how it copes with emergencies. Read moreGila County overhauls bidding system
Monday night the National Weather Service in Phoenix issued a statement indicating the flood warning for Rim Country remains in effect until n… Read moreFlood warning continues through the weekend
Longtime Bear Flat residents Phon, 85, and Dara, 72, Sutton drowned March 22 after the flooded Tonto Creek swept their pickup truck off the cr… Read moreTragic drowning at Bear Flats
The Tonto Community Concert Association presentation of the Sultans of String is at 7 p.m., Saturday, March 25 at the Payson High auditorium. … Read moreCorrection
PHOENIX — The Arizona School for the Deaf and Blind was created the same year Arizona became a state, but its future is in limbo, as a bill to… Read moreLegislation to reauthorize school for deaf and blind is stalled. No one knows why.
PHOENIX — Arizona is ranked one of the worst states for school spending, and teachers are urging lawmakers to rectify that through increased f… Read moreTeachers union calls on lawmakers to invest $2.2 billion in Arizona schools
MESA — Arizona Game and Fish wants to rid the state of an invasive gastropod pest, and it’s counting on responsible pet owners, outdoor enthus… Read moreArizona Game and Fish asks volunteers to help eradicate invasive apple snails
PHOENIX — One of Arizona’s largest free outdoor expos returns this weekend, offering family fishing, archery, shooting, off-highway vehicles, … Read moreGame and Fish shows how to enjoy nature at annual Outdoor Expo
WASHINGTON — An Arizona dog-toy manufacturer told the Supreme Court Wednesday that its “Bad Spaniels” squeaky toy is a “playful parody” of Jac… Read moreTrademarking their turf: Jack Daniel’s, Arizona dog-toy maker spar in court
PHOENIX — If some state lawmakers get their way, those AA-labeled eggs you find at the store later this year — and pay a premium for — may not… Read moreLegislators want to extend sell-by date of some eggs
PHOENIX — Republican lawmakers have once again blocked a vote on whether Arizona should ratify the federal Equal Rights Amendment. Read moreLegislators put off decision on Equal Rights Amendment
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Sometimes folks will see me fly fishing at Green Valley Lake and tell me they would like to try it, but feel sure that it is too hard. The con… Read moreImportant knots to know for fly fishers
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Banner High Country Seniors has made several changes recently, according to Jennifer Lawless, associate director, Volunteer Services, Banner P… Read moreBanner High Country Seniors makes a few changes
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Snowflake’s strong boys basketball season was reflected as coaches voted for the All-3A East team. Read moreSix area players voted 1st Team All-3A East Boys Basketball
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PHOENIX — For over three decades, Pat McMahon brought joy to children across the greater Phoenix area on KPHO’s hit TV kid’s program, “The Wallace and Ladmo Show.” Read more‘Broadcast legend’ Pat McMahon of ‘Wallace and Ladmo’ still a Phoenix TV icon
