The Gila County Board of Supervisors met with representatives of its newly hired state lobbying firm, Policy Developm… Read more
The COVID-19 pandemic has claimed another temporary casualty — the 2021 63rd Annual Hashknife Pony Express Ride. Read more
As people that live in, or visit the Rim Country, we are fortunate to have many chances to enjoy Arizona’s diverse wi… Read more
Back in July, Payson Mayor Tom Morrissey floated a resolution that would add a line item in the budget for the nonpro… Read more
Saturday, Jan. 16, the MHA Foundation will host a COVID-19 saliva testing blitz at the Church of Jesus Christ of Latt… Read more
The Payson Tea Party hosts former Arizona Secretary of State Ken Bennett from 6 p.m. to 7:45 p.m., Tuesday, Jan. 19 a… Read more
Gila County Health & Emergency Management COVID-19 vaccine FAQ sheet: Read more
On Saturday, Jan. 16, the MHA Foundation will host a COVID-19 saliva testing blitz at the Church of Jesus Christ Latt… Read more
Residents of the Star Valley Motel and RV Park are struggling to avoid eviction in 30 days amidst a pandemic. Read more
The Payson town council will consider an ordinance to control panhandling at busy intersections, but such an ordinanc… Read more
COVID-19 has brought ever-worsening infection, hospitalization, and sadly death rates to Arizona over the past weeks … Read more
Meet the new Banner Payson Medical Center CEO, Hoyt Skabelund. Fresh from Colorado and replacing Lance Porter, who mo… Read more
Terry Lowman received his first model kit as a 9-year-old and was hooked. Read more
The Payson Public Library, 328 N. McLane Road, now has a free book cart outside the front doors. Fiction, non-fiction… Read more
Payson Care Center, a nursing and rehabilitation facility, welcomes Gary Olson as its new executive director. Read more
Michael O’Driscoll, director of the Gila County Health Department, recently provided the following: the county apprec… Read more
Payson’s police chief is confident three officers involved in a fatal shooting last week will be back to work soon. Read more
Gila County is currently leading the state in the rate of COVID vaccinations per capita. Read more
Gila County Superior Court is looking for lawyers to provide legal representation to indigent defendants in cases of … Read more
The Payson Planning and Zoning Commission will meet next week to discuss several proposed subdivisions. Read more
A new, more-easily spread strain of the COVID virus has swept through a Colorado nursing home, apparently infecting a… Read more
With a record-breaking influx of donations, Payson Area Food Drive organizers increased this year’s monetary goal to … Read more
The recent extension on the federal eviction moratorium until at least the end of January will only put a Band-Aid on… Read more
On the first Saturday of 2021, the MHA Foundation helped coordinate the administration of 150 Moderna vaccines to pub… Read more
Tim Humphrey is the new chair of the Gila County Board of Supervisors. The District 2 Supervisor was named to the pos… Read more
Teachers, cops, paramedics, firefighters, nurses and doctors lined up this week for the Gila County Health and Emerge… Read more
Like a drill sergeant, Ed Niebch barks out commands during his Senior Fit Class at Anytime Fitness. Read more
The old saying that “a few bad apples will spoil the whole barrel” applies to local recycling. Gila County is ready t… Read more
Gila County wants to hire an immunization chief to help with the COVID-19 vaccine delivery. Read more
Friends are invited to help Severin “Sarah” Brown celebrate her 100th birthday, Friday, Jan. 8. Read more
The Arizona Association for Economic Development (AAED) announced Trever Fleetham from the Town of Payson and Linda O… Read more
I glowered as we picked away at our beautiful Christmas dinner, each in our distant corner of the living room — pande… Read more
The Payson Police Department received the gift of two new officers for Christmas, but not because of its new contract… Read more
During this past year a bobcat tested positive for rabies in Gila County – one of 100 confirmed rabies cases in wildl… Read more
Giving blood is possibly the most direct and selfless way we can each contribute right here in our own communities – … Read more
As 2020 ended, a tragedy befell the Scott family in Pine. Their home, on Pine Creek Canyon Road, burned to ashes Wedn… Read more
Payson police officers killed a man early Monday morning officials say was wielding a knife and refusing to listen to… Read more
Have you bought your fishing license? Years ago, I decided that Jan. 1 would be the day that I renew my fishing licen… Read more
Craig Swartwood pulled the trigger. Read more
The number of compelling applicants for the vehicle Payson Tire Pros and Automotive business was giving away overwhel… Read more
Recently the Roundup ran a story about the Professional Bull Riders opening its 2021 season with a Jan.16-17 show at … Read more
State Route 87 was closed several times Thursday as police say they worked to arrest two suspects wanted on felony warrants. Read more
Last week Gila County began to vaccinate “Phase 1” recipients after receiving the region’s first allotment of the Mod… Read more
This week brings the dawn of a new year — are you in the job market or considering a career change? Gila County has m… Read more
Blossom clusters in the apple orchard behind the Sawmill Theatres represent more than just downtown beautification — … Read more
Here’s a reminder that Gila County has again halted the second-Saturday-each-month “dollar day” that brought crowds t… Read more
PHOENIX -- The state's top school official wants Gov. Doug Ducey to keep schools closed to in-person learning for two… Read more
Here’s a reminder that Gila County has again halted the second-Saturday-each-month “dollar day” that brought crowds to Buckhead Mesa Landfill … Read more
PHOENIX -- The state's top school official wants Gov. Doug Ducey to keep schools closed to in-person learning for two weeks following the expl… Read more
This year, the Tonto National Forest is asking recreational visitors to refrain from gathering in large groups for the annual Christmas Tree B… Read more
This year, the Tonto National Forest is asking recreational visitors to refrain from gathering in large groups for the annual Christmas Tree B… Read more
While the pandemic races on and vaccines are just rolling out, many want to put 2020 behind them and never look back. Read more
Today marks the start of a new year on the calendar, but you won’t find Craig Triphahn jumping for joy just yet. Read more
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Turn your Christmas tree into chips instead of trash with the help of the Town of Payson. Read more
The Rim Country Non-Profits Coming Together (NPCT) pulled off its annual Christmas program despite COVID-19 restrictions. Read more
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A doctor and local firefighters are speaking out in favor of the COVID vaccine after receiving their shots last week in the hopes it will give… Read more
Gila County saw ups and downs in 2020 that will change the landscape for years to come. Read more
Silver Creek, outside of Show Low, is a spring-fed creek that maintains a consistent water temperature all year. It is stocked with Apache tro… Read more
Drawing from a wealth of content on the town and county’s tourism websites, the Rim Country Regional Chamber of Commerce recently unveiled an … Read more
The Gila County Sheriff’s Office is expanding its reach and resources joining two different task forces. Read more
Drivers in the Payson area should plan for possible traffic delays along State Route 260 from 7 a.m. to 4 p.m., Wednesday, Dec. 30, through We… Read more
Well Payson residents answered the call. At least to fill out their census forms. Payson residents had the highest self-response rate in the county. Read more
Ten years ago, Payson High School art teacher George Conley struggled to keep student Randee Nelson in school and safe. Read more
Anyone opening a new business knows the dedication it takes to succeed. Read more
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Yarnell did not prepare for the inferno that swept in out of the overgrown forest and chaparral. Read more
COVID-19 deaths during the month, from Dec. 3 through Dec. 28, have gone from 97 to 126, according to the Gila County Health and Emergency Man… Read more
The Professional Bull Riders is making their first ever visit to Payson in January. Read more
The grieving mother came into the Payson homeless warming center at the Mount Cross Lutheran Church simply to donate her son’s clothes. Read more
I like to catch fish when I go fishing. You probably do too. Most times I am successful, but there are days that I don’t even get a bite. You … Read more
Looking for a job that’s a guaranteed conversation starter? Read more
The Main Street Merchants Guild focused its December meeting on hope, hearing updates on the Green Valley Parkway expansion and the arch over … Read more
The Shoofly Quilters presented 3,700 medical masks to Banner Payson Medical Center. Read more
To fill the vacant District 1 Gila County supervisor seat following the recent death of Tommie Martin, there will be no solicitation of formal… Read more
Wilde Wealth Management Group, including the team in Payson at 112 W. Main St., helped make the season a little more merry and bright for more… Read more
The Payson Golf Course hosted a Winter Scramble to help the local food banks and raised $1,000 and four bins of food. Read more
After more than 200 votes were cast online, readers have selected their top three homes in the Roundup’s Light the Rim holiday lighting contest. Read more
Gila County’s Public Health team needs residents to take part in a brief survey to help map distribution of the COVID-19 vaccine. Read more
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“I feel really warm inside that I’m doing a good thing, you know, just making a few people a little bit happier about Christmas,” said 11-year… Read more
Recruiting and retaining quality deputies is a pillar of Gila County Sheriff Adam Shepherd’s strategic plan, shown again recently with his ann… Read more
The Rim Country Camera Club had a problem. What to do to celebrate and share the photos of its members? Read more
Injecting C.C. Cragin water into the ground has actually sped up the cleanup of a federal superfund site, the Payson council learned at a rece… Read more
The Democrats of Rim Country and the DRC Women’s Caucus had a December Food Drive project that was able to send $1,215 to five charities: Read more
Janet Berchick, a health, physical education and personal finance teacher at Payson High School, is the recipient of $2,500 from the Desert Fi… Read more
Police have arrested two people they believe are behind a string of burglaries in Payson. Read more
COVID vaccines arrived in Gila County this week with hospitals receiving their first allotments of the Moderna vaccine. Read more
Somebody once told Dan Curtis there weren’t enough customers in Payson to support his idea of opening a flooring company. Read more
Got a barking dog complaint in Star Valley? Read more
The Gila County Board of Supervisors is mulling over having a lobbyist represent it at the state level. Read more
“The doctor will see you now.” This statement has a whole new meaning today. You may be miles away and not in the doctor’s office anymore. Read more
Like many long-term care facilities, Payson Care Center is dealing with COVID-19 cases among residents and staff. Read more
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In San Juan County Fire Department Chief Craig Daugherty’s opinion, Payson dodged at least seven wildfire bullets during the 2020 fire season. Read more
Relatives still coming or need to send out a gift to someone you won’t be able to see this year? Give them a unique gift — part Arizona histor… Read more
On Dec. 16, Payson’s Mayor Tom Morrissey signed a proclamation allowing restaurants to increase outdoor seating capacity, even into the public… Read more
If the pandemic has taught us anything, it’s that connectivity is important. Gila County officials said there is a need, now more than ever, f… Read more
