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It’s no small matter to make an astronomer – and a bunch of star buffs: Especially if you want to get them together for dinner. Read moreTo make an astronomer – take stardust and stir
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PHOENIX -- Republican plans to enact a "skinny'' budget and send it to Gov. Katie Hobbs came to a screeching halt Monday when one of their mem… Read moreRepublican election denier smashes "skinny budget" plan
PHOENIX -- The top Republicans in the House and Senate want a judge to let them defend a law that bars abortions in cases of genetic defects, … Read moreRepublican lawmakers want to take over abortion lawsuit
The Tonto Apache Police Department made another drug bust off State Route 87 recently. Read moreTwo arrested on drug charges
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It’s no small matter to make an astronomer – and a bunch of star buffs: Especially if you want to get them together for dinner. Read moreTo make an astronomer – take stardust and stir
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The Gila County Board of Supervisors will chime in on a lawsuit contesting new rules governing the reintroduction of Mexican gray wolves into … Read moreGray wolves stalked by lawsuits
Thinning the forest could increase runoff into reservoirs on the Salt and Verde rivers by 10%, according to computer models based on past thin… Read moreNeed more water? Thin the forest
Gila County Republicans continue to increase their political dominance, according to the most recent voter registration figures from the Arizo… Read moreGila County Republicans pile up their advantage
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My grandmother was a full-blooded Norwegian, descended from people who inhabited the islands off the coast of Norway above the Arctic Circle. … Read moreFinding my inner Viking on cross-country skis
The sky is angry. Black clouds heavy with water threaten to torture the already saturated land below. The storm had us pinned for only a coupl… Read moreWinter musings on the banks of the East Verde River
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There are times, although few and far between, when I don’t go fishing. Temperatures in the 20s, a lot of snow on the ground, and just knowing… Read moreBooks, classes: Resources to help your fishing
Each Payson Town Council member has committed to acting as a liaison for a town committee, board, or commission to take “a greater role in helping.” Read morePayson Town Council distributes liaison positions
The Town of Payson hopes to inspire volunteers to apply for an open position on the town’s Planning and Zoning Commission. Read moreTown of Payson seeks Planning and Zoning Commission volunteer
Dave Hallock still tears up when he thinks of Dec. 27, 2022. Read moreLost Australian shepherd found after 12 days
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Payson Police Department officers often cringe every time they see a pedestrian sitting in a median or walking into traffic to solicit money o… Read moreCracking down on panhandling
The women of the Gila County Democrats and the Democrats of Rim Country assembled on Sunday, Jan. 22 as part of the national “Bigger Than Roe”… Read moreCrowd shows support for women’s rights
Roger Naylor, a frequent guest speaker for the Northern Gila County Historical Society, has announced the publication of his latest book, “Awe… Read moreFrequent guest of historical society publishes new book
Judy Mackenzie hears about how there’s nothing for kids to do here all the time. Read moreHome-schoolers now eligible for free horse riding lessons
She has only been on the Payson Town Council since August, but this week, Tina McAllister-Smith announced she was resigning. Read moreMcAllister-Smith to resign from Payson council
The Tonto Community Concert Association presents the Atlantic City Boys Monday, Feb. 20 at the Payson High School Auditorium. Read moreNostalgic rock at next TCCA concert
Karoline Kurtz of Pinetop has published a collection of poetry, “The Diary of the Lost and Emotional” with Dorrance Publishing Co., Inc., Pitt… Read morePinetop author publishes poetry collection
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The Mazatzal Hotel & Casino hosts a concert by Johnny Lee at 7 p.m., Saturday, Feb. 18, doors open at 6 p.m. Read moreCountry artist Johnny Lee performs at Payson casino
The Tonto National Forest will start a new mastication project on the Payson Ranger District, Thursday, Feb. 2, 2023. Read morePayson Ranger District begins fuel reduction project
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The Gila County Board of Supervisors will chime in on a lawsuit contesting new rules governing the reintroduction of Mexican gray wolves into … Read moreGray wolves stalked by lawsuits
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The Payson Public Library, 328 N. McLane Road, is offering two special classes in February, along with an ongoing class for line dancing. Read moreLearn at the Payson library with new class offerings
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Count Haley Heath among those thrilled to see girls wrestling continue to grow across the country and in Arizona. Read moreShow Low's Heath glad to see girls wrestling growing
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Roger Naylor, a frequent guest speaker for the Northern Gila County Historical Society, has announced the publication of his latest book, “Awe… Read moreFrequent guest of historical society publishes new book
