While Payson schools were ordered closed through the end of the school year due to the coronavirus pandemic, teachers… Read more
The Payson Town Council danced with the idea of eliminating the in-house legal department last week, but took a step … Read more
Governor Doug Ducey late last week issued an executive order ensuring Arizona hospitals increase capacity to prepare … Read more
The flu’s bad. But nobody’s freaking out about the flu. Read more
I will have to admit that I am not a very handy or craft-oriented person. That might put me at a disadvantage during … Read more
The Payson Area Food Drive volunteers have placed food collection boxes at several sites to help get food bank shelve… Read more
Many businesses are suffering as COVID-19 wreaks havoc across the world. Read more
The Water Wheel Fire and Medical District announced it has a new piece of firefighting equipment, a four-wheel drive … Read more
A house full of children out of school? Check. Read more
Construction of Payson’s Green Valley Lake system of three bodies of water began in 1993 and finished in 1996. Read more
Have a business closed because of the coronavirus? Read more
30,Arizona will likely face a potentially lethal shortage of ventilators and ICU hospital beds, according to state an… Read more
Arizona Governor Doug Ducey has issued a stay-at-home order, set to go into effect 5 p.m. Tuesday. Read more
The Tonto Nation Forest continues to offer virtual services to protect the health and safety of employees and members… Read more
When Aaron Burk stepped into Eastern Arizona College’s science lecture hall at the Thatcher Campus on Monday, he face… Read more
The school year is over – at least in traditional form. Read more
With the first confirmed case of coronavirus in Gila County reported Friday, Payson Mayor Tom Morrissey issued an eme… Read more
The Gila County Public Health Department has confirmed its first positive case of COVID-19 in the county. Read more
A rockfall has closed State Route 88 just west of SR 188, blocking access between Roosevelt Lake and Apache Lake, acc… Read more
A bipartisan group of senators this week urged the Federal Trade Commission to protect Arizona seniors from COVID-19 … Read more
State Health Director Dr. Cara Christ recently called on doctors to reduce testing for the COVID-19 virus, although A… Read more
Edna Welsheimer never thought she’d have to lay off 12 staff members in one week. Read more
Jennifer Smith and Jolynn Schinstock have pulled papers to run in the Payson mayor and council races. Read more
Subscribers will see a special treat delivered with their newspapers starting today. Read more
“I keep thinking it’s all a joke, the world will go back to normal and I can keep living my dream.” Read more
Habitat for Humanity has a new executive director, local gym owner James Zorn. Read more
Deadlines for two scholarships are approaching. Read more
Christopher Creek is practicing social distancing. Seeing as how we are fairly new at it, we are doing pretty well. W… Read more
Four Pine-Strawberry middle school students lost the opportunity to compete at the State Science Fair week because of… Read more
Looking for new ways to engage your kids while they’re home? Read more
The filing deadline for income taxes is now July 15, but to get a tax credit for a contribution to a charitable organ… Read more
Altice USA, better known as Suddenlink in Payson, is offering free internet to students during the COVID-19 pandemic. Read more
The largest stimulus package in U.S. history will include a $1,200 payment to most taxpayers, grants that could cover… Read more
The coronavirus has prompted many businesses to alter their normal way of doing things. Read more
Gov. Doug Ducey’s COVID-19 emergency declaration in mid-March prompted the courts to alter the way it operates. Read more
The Gila County Public Health Department has confirmed its first positive case of COVID-19 in the county. Read more
University of Arizona College of Medicine – Phoenix Clinical Assistant Professor of Emergency Medicine Murtaza Akhter… Read more
State and federal lawmakers acted recently to expand unemployment benefits just as a tidal wave of layoffs hit the economy. Read more
Attorney General Mark Brnovich and Senator Kyrsten Sinema are warning residents to be on the lookout for COVID-19 rel… Read more
Earlier this week, health officials reported there are no COVID-19 cases in Gila County. Tests had been given to 24 p… Read more
The Eastern Arizona College-Payson campus is closed to the public, but staff is still available to help. Read more
Good news for Tonto Basin residents living on the east side of Tonto Creek. Read more
PHOENIX — The number of Arizonans applying for jobless benefits jumped by a factor of seven this past week, providing… Read more
PHOENIX — Arizonans renters affected by COVID-19 will not be in danger of being put out on the street, at least throu… Read more
Navajo County has declared an emergency, mostly to get in line for state and federal grants to help it cope with the … Read more
The latest additions to the list of precautionary closures to prevent the spread of COVID-19 are the Payson Police De… Read more
A Phoenix man has died and his wife ended up in critical condition after they took a chemical they thought might prot… Read more
Walmart officials couldn’t have predicted the COVID-19 outbreak when the company piloted its grocery pickup service in 2013. Read more
When volunteer Dennis Dueker recently went to the Payson Area Food Drive storage facility, he was shocked by what he saw. Read more
Walmart officials couldn’t have predicted the COVID-19 outbreak when the company piloted its grocery pickup service in 2013. Read more
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When volunteer Dennis Dueker recently went to the Payson Area Food Drive storage facility, he was shocked by what he saw. Read more
Work continues to improve Rumsey Park. Read more
It’s not business as usual. Concerns about COVID-19 are impacting the economy at every level. The long-term consequences were discussed at the… Read more
COVID-19 might have shut down the Payson Homeless and Homeless Veterans Initiative warming center early, but chair Neal Worthington said the g… Read more
These are challenging times with our widespread health concerns. I know some people that are already starting to go a bit stir-crazy as they f… Read more
The Payson Elks Lodge has recognized another batch of outstanding students in the community. Read more
During the COVID-19 pandemic, nursing homes are mandated by federal regulations and standards for the protection of their residents. Read more
The Virtual Dementia Tour planned March 31 by Pinal-Gila Council for Senior Citizens in partnership with Gila County Health & Emergency Ma… Read more
Rim Country Health & Rehabilitation was honored to be asked to speak at this year’s Women’s Wellness Forum. Our very own Jane Oliver, Occu… Read more
State lawmakers gave final approval to a $11.8 billion contingency budget Monday. Read more
Hotels and tourism have already been slammed by COVID-19, according to the American Hotel and Lodging Association. Read more
National forests throughout Arizona have shut down developed recreation sites, including campgrounds to slow the spread of COVID-19. Read more
Gov. Doug Ducey is preparing a list of what are "essential services'' should he order everyone who doesn't fit into that category to stay home… Read more
In a horror movie — COVID-19 would turn into a revenge flick: Nature strikes back. Read more
Rep. Bob Thorpe’s once again trying to make sure college students in Flagstaff can’t vote in local elections – including the battle for the le… Read more
The Payson Walmart is starting senior-only shopping from 6-7 a.m. every Tuesday beginning March 24. Only customers ages 60-and-over will be al… Read more
The Arizona Department of Transportation Motor Vehicle Division reminds customers that all MVD office visits require an appointment. Only serv… Read more
Arizona children won't be going back to school before April 13. Read more
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The town is taking immediate steps to meet the needs of Payson residents during the COVID-19 emergency, says Mayor Tom Morrissey. Read more
Are your dogs and cats up-to-date on vaccinations to prevent rabies? Read more
The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) is a top source for 24/7 health security. It is strongly urging us to protect ourselves w… Read more
To limit exposure to the COVID-19 virus, several places are restricting access by the public, but continuing work and some gatherings have bee… Read more
The COVID-19 pandemic has turned the world upside down. Read more
Arizona senior Senator Kyrsten Sinema’s was a co-sponsor in a bipartisan bill that recently extended the tax-filing deadline to July 15 in res… Read more
The continuing lack of tests for COVID-19 has hobbled the response across the nation, especially in Arizona, according to medical experts. Read more
Nearly 2,700 Red Cross blood drives across the nation have been canceled because of the COVID-19 pandemic and that casts a pall over patients … Read more
Banks should suspend mortgage payments for 90 days, urged Arizona’s Attorney General Mark Brnovich. Read more
Attorney General Mark Brnovich wants to remind Arizona employees of their rights during the COVID-19 outbreak, which includes mandatory paid s… Read more
All local Social Security offices are closed to the public for in-person service as of Tuesday, March 17, 2020. This decision protects the pop… Read more
The leadership of several local churches says they are planning alternative services because of concerns about the coronavirus. Read more
With Tonto Creek swollen because of recent rains, the Gila County Sheriff’s Office is turning to an innovative way to get medications safely a… Read more
In an impressive 18-year streak, Americans have rated nurses as the No. 1 most ethical and honest profession, according to the most recent Gal… Read more
Former Vice President Joe Biden was soundly beating Vermont Sen. Bernie Sanders in early returns from Arizona’s presidential preference electi… Read more
Payson didn’t see many snow flurries from the recent storm, but got plenty of rain, with the heaviest snowfall centered on the Mogollon Rim, i… Read more
A man was rescued from Tonto Creek Saturday after driving around barricades and into the swollen creek. Read more
The Payson Community Garden is open to gardeners on Saturday, March 21. Read more
The Payson Senior Center, 514 W. Main St., discontinued “in house” meals as of March 17, but continues its Meals on Wheels program and will of… Read more
An executive order signed by Gov. Doug Ducey Thursday has activated the National Guard, canceled all elective surgeries and gives the state th… Read more
State lawmakers have laid the groundwork to extend a statewide school closure at least through mid April and possibly through the end of the s… Read more
No one could have ever imagined the whole country taking a forced vacation all at once - at the request of the government. Read more
The Arizona Corporation Commission and state utilities have pledged to keep the lights on and the water running throughout the pandemic — even… Read more
An effort to adopt a stripped-down state budget and adjourn on Thursday slammed into a demand by Democratic lawmakers to earmark an extra $50 … Read more
The U.S. Small Business Administration (SBA) approved an Economic Injury Disaster Loan declaration for Arizona that will help small businesses… Read more
Banner Health officials say they have test kits and ready to help residents when COVID-19 reaches the community. Read more
Bandits Restaurant in Strawberry is shining with small town kindness. Read more
If you’ve been following state and national news, you can’t miss the focus on COVID-19, also known as the novel coronavirus, a disease that’s … Read more
