Roads to White Mountain Lakes Now Open

ADOT has reopened the roads to the lakes in the White Mountains for the summer season. State Route 261 between Springerville and Big Lake is now open. So is SR 273 between Sunrise Park and Big Lake.

ADOT closes the highways each winter when snowfall begins and reopens them in the spring.

State Route 473—the road to Hawley Lake—is also open.

Salado People Topic of First Friday Program

Eddie Colyott is the guest speaker tomorrow night (Friday) at 6:pm at the Bullion Plaza Cultural Center and Museum. Colyott is a Tonto National Monument park ranger. He’ll talk about primitive technologies of the Salado people. The program is free and refreshments will be provided.

Book Sales This Weekend

The Friends of the Globe Public Library Book Sale is going on tomorrow (Friday) from 10 to 5 and Saturday from 10 to 4 at the Library on South Broad Street.

The Friends of the Miami Memorial Library Used Book Sale takes place Saturday from 9:am until 1:pm at the Miami Library on Adonis Avenue.

EPA Awards $82m for Arizona Water Projects

The Environmental Protection Agency has awarded $82 million in Recovery Act funds to improve aging water and wastewater infracstructure in Arizona. The money will help state and local governments finance many overdue improvements that are essential to protecting public health and the environment.

Dripping Springs Fire 90% Contained

The Dripping Springs Fire in the Payson Ranger District of the Tonto National Forest is now 90% contained. The human caused fire began Monday morning one mile east of Pine. It has burned 46 acres

SR 87 Southbound Lanes Will Close on Monday

The Arizona Department of Transportation is closing the southbound lanes of State Route 87 near Sunflower from May 4 through May 20. Traffic will be shifted to one lane in each direction on the northbound lanes.

Both southbound lanes at the SR 188 junction will close at 9:pm Monday. Traffic will be routed through Globe until 5:am. At that time, one lane in each direction will be opened to traffic on Highway 87’s usual northbound lanes.

The construction activity is part of the work to repair the highway and slope affected by last year’s landslide near Slate Creek.

Police Log

Globe Police arrested 19 year old Roger Johnson on a warrant for child molestation and indecent exposure.

Last night officers arrested a Horizon Human Services patient for making threats and intimidating other patients and the facility’s personnel. 36 year old Jason Bayness was booked into the Gila County Jail.

43 year old Teresa Hayton was arrested for driving under the influence of drugs.

The manager of McDonalds called Globe Police to report an intoxicated man in the parking lot. At first 39 year old Ralph Francisco gave a false name. He was charged with false reporting to law enforcement.

Gila County Task Force conducted a traffic stop yesterday afternoon on Jess Hayes Road. 18 year old David Nez was arrested for possession of drug paraphernalia. A passenger was referred to juvenile probation.

Gila County Sheriff’s deputies are investigating a stolen vehicle from a a residence on Globe Avenue.

Globe Police are investigating a burglary from a vehicle parked on South Broad Street and a report of shoplifting from a business on Hill Street.

Obituaries

Beth Sage of Globe passed away Sunday at St. Joseph’s Hospital. She was 85.
A Memorial Service for Beth Sage will be held today at 5:30pm at First Presbyterian Church.

Charlotte Ann Winters of Claypool passed away Friday at Cobre Valley Community Hospital. She was 67.
A Memorial Service for Charlotte Winters will be held Saturday at 10:am at the Miami Church of Christ.

Roger Preston of Whiteriver passed away Friday. He was 49. He is survived by his wife Rosie; his parents Hart and Sharon Preston; 3 brothers; 2 sisters; 3 sons; 2 daughters; and 6 grandchildren.
The wake for Roger Preston will be Saturday at 6:am at the Hart and Sharon Preston residence. The funeral is Saturday at 1:pm in the San Carlos High School Gym.

Nightime Delays on US 60

The Arizona Department of Transportation says there is no blasting scheduled on the US 60 Pinto Valley project through next Friday, May 8. But crews are hauling rock from 7:pm to 4:30am in the area of Pinto Creek Bridge to just west of Pinto Valley Road. Drivers can expect delays of 10 to 15 minutes.

US Department Secretaries Restore Endangered Species Act Consultations

The US Interior Secretary and the Secretary of Commerce have announced{pdf} that their departments are revoking an eleventh hour Bush administration rule that undermined Endangered Species Act protections. Their decision requires federal agencies to once again consult with federal wildlife experts before taking any action that might affect threatened or endangered species.

Judge Rules AHCCCS Discriminated Against In-Home Care

A federal judge has ruled that the Arizona Health Care Cost Containment System violated federal law by discriminating against people who sought in-home care from the state’s Medicaid program. The Tucson Citizen reports that the judge upheld an injunction against AHCCCS in a class action lawsuit filed in 2000.

AHCCCS Director Anthony Rogers says the class action suit was based on isolated cases and does not reflect changes that have been made since the suit was filed.

Poll Shows Arizonans Back Temporary Tax

A new Channel 8-ASU poll shows that most Arizona voters would support a temporary 1% sales tax increase to help balance the state budget. The Tucson Citizen reports that 60% say they would support the increase, 35% oppose it.

Arizona has a projected $3 billion shortfall in the next state budget. Governor Brewer has proposed the temporary tax increase to help balance the next several budgets.

Police Log

Nobody was hurt in a two vehicle accident shortly after Noon yesterday at Kaiser Crossing.

A few minutes later there was a hit and run accident in the area of Highway 60 and Kaiser Crossing. 18 year old Sean Palmer was located later and charged with leaving the scene of an accident.

Officers are invesigating a report of criminal damage to a business on Hill Street.

Obituary

Elmer Boni of San Carlos passed away Friday at Mt. Vista Medical Center in Mesa. He was 97. He is survived by his stepson “Gene” Astor and his sister Maryland Boni-Thomas.
The wake for Elmer Boni will be Saturday at 4:pm at Elmer Boni’s residence. The funeral is Sunday at 2:pm at Freedom Holiness Church in San Carlos.

Early Intervention Program

The Miami School District and the Arizona Early Intervention Program are looking for children 36 months old and younger and for educationally at risk 3 and 4 year old children with disabilities or developmental delays. Babies may be eligible for services if your preschool aged child lives in the Miami District and meets the necessary criteria.
Screenings will be conducted tomorrow (Wednesday) and on May 6 at Miami High School. To schedule an appointment call 425-3271, ext. 2353.

Candlelight Ceremony to Honor Crime Victims and Families

The Gila County Attorney’s Office of Victim Services invites the public to a special candlelight ceremony to honor crime victims and their families. It will be at the Gila County Courthouse tomorrow (Wednesday) at 6:30pm. It's part of National Crime Victims’ Rights Week.

Globe School Board Meets Wednesday

Globe School Board meets tomorrow night (Wednesday) at 6:00 at the Mofford Activity Center. They will discuss and then approve one of two proposed budget reduction options for 2009-2010.
There will also be a presentation by the High Desert Middle School Drama Club.

Pleasant Valley Trailwork Volunteer Weekend

Pleasant Valley is looking for volunteers for a camping trip this weekend to help clean up the Reynolds Creek area. If you are interested or would like more information call Jean at 520-884-5550 ext 8.

Dripping Springs Fire Spreads to 60 Acres

At least 100 firefighters are working to extinguish the Dripping Springs Fire on the Tonto National Forest. The fire was first reported around 6:am yesterday (Monday) about a mile east of Pine. Six hotshot crews—including Globe Hotshots—are on the ground, along with two air tankers and three helicopters. The fire has spread to 60 acres.

The fire is moving north up the Rim away from the community of Pine. No structures are threatened but there is a red flag warning. The weather forecast for the Rim country is calling for winds up to 50 miles per hour.

The fire was apparently started by a careless camper. Investigators have found an abandoned campfire at the source.

Police Log

Globe Police conducted a follow up investigation on the home invasion of April 20. They arrested 23 year old Carlos Havercorn for aggravated assault and armed robbery.

Officers responded to a fight involving three people yesterday afternoon under the bridge at Connie’s Store. 18 year old Neil Goseyun was arrested for disorderly conduct. His brother Jason was turned over to San Carlos Police.

61 year old Norman Schlimmer was arrested early this morning at the Circle K on Santee for disorderly conduct and shoplifting.

A Sheriff’s deputy and Tri City ambulance responded to a report of a man slumped over the wheel at the Claypool Circle K. 47 year old Robert Dalgarn did not need medical attention but he was arrested for possession of marijuana and drug paraphernalia.

Yavapai County Sheriff’s Office arrested 55 year old Joan Cook of Globe on a warrant for failure to appear on bad check charges.

Globe Police are investigating a report of a broken window at a business on East Ash Street and a burglary at a residence on East Maple.

Obituaries

Claude Bertis McGregor passed away last week at his home in Midland City. He was 85. He is survived by his wife Margaret; 2 daughters, including Barbara Kannegaard of Miami; his brother; 4 grandchildren and 5 great grandchildren.
At his request there will be no service.
The family suggests that memorial donations may be made to Divine Grace Presbyterian Church.

Geneva G. Farmer Dutro passed away last week at Hospice of the Valley-Palm Valley in Goodyear. She was 78.
Visitation for “Neva” Dutro will be Thursday at 10:am at the LDS Stake Center in Globe. The funeral is at 11:00.
Memorial donations may be made to Hospice of the Valley-Palm Valley and the Gila County Animal Shelter.

AG Launches Internet Safety Program

Arizona Attorney General Terry Goddard has launched an Internet safety training program for educators and law enforcement officials across the state. The program will be implemented in 50 Arizona schools to help students and parents to better understand safe use of the Internet and other new communications technology.

The safety program includes a series of three customized video games that teach students how to be safe and responsible online.

Goddard launched the Attorney General’s Internet Safety Schools Tour in 2005. Since then he and his staff have spoken with thousands of middle school students and parents in dozens of schools.

Miami Library Book Sale May 2

The Friends of the Miami Memorial Library will host a Used Book Sale on Saturday, May 2 from 9:am until 1:pm at the library on Adonis Avenue.

Supervisors Meet Tuesday

The Gila County Board of Supervisors meets tomorrow (Tuesday) morning at 10:am. The agenda includes approval of an Intergovernmental Agreement with the Arizona Department of Economic Security for stimulus funding to provide youth, summer youth employment, adult and dislocated work services throughout Gila and Pinal Counties.
The Supervisors will consider a consulting services contract for the Tonto Creek Bridge project.
They will adopt Proclamations declaring May 3-9 National County Government Week and May 7 as the National Day of Prayer in Gila County. And the Supervisors will adopt a Proclamation celebrating the 105th birthday of Globe resident Sara Cook. Sara served many years as a County Clerk and Court Reporter, and as the Globe Librarian.

Brewer Kicks Off Crime Victims' Rights Week

Governor Jan Brewer will help kick off Arizona Crime Victims’ Rights Week this morning (Monday) at the State Capitol by giving the 2009 Triumph Over Tragedy Award to Sharon Sikora. Sikora is a national activist and speaker on drunk driving issues and the survivor of a near fatal traffic accident caused by a drunk driver. Sikora is a past national vice president of Mothers Against Drunk Driving and a co-founder of MADD-Arizona. She is also a co-founder of the Ashes to Life support group and the Arizona Children’s Burn Camp.

Kirkpatrick Staff in Globe on Wednesday

Members of Congresswoman Ann Kirkpatrick’s staff will have open office hours in Globe this Wednesday. They will be at the Gila County Complex on Ash Street from 10:am until 4:pm.

Obituary

Vera Ybarra Renteria passed away last week at her home in Globe. She was 94. She is survived by her daughters Frances Kniffin and Bernice Santillanez; her son Frank Renteria, Jr.; her sister Jesse Guerrero; and 20 grandchildren.
Rosary for Vera Renteria will be tomorrow (Tuesday) at 7:pm at Holy Angels Catholic Church. The funeral is Wednesday at 10:am.

Miami Council Meets Tonight

Miami Town Council meets tonight (Monday) at 6:30. The agenda includes a request for the Council to approve a Social Host ordinance for underage drinking.

Police Log

The Gila County Sheriff’s Office arrested 18 year old Ashley Padilla last night for assault.

Saturday morning deputies assisted the Deaprtment of Public Safety with a vehicle pursuit that began in Phoenix. The deputies successfully used spike strips in two locations and turned the suspect over to DPS.

Sheriff’s deputies and Tri City EMS responded to a report of an assault involving a knife that occurred Saturday night on Pineway in Claypool. 43 year old Eckard Dean was arrested for aggravated assault and a child support warrant.

Globe Fire Department quickly put out a fire Saturday afternoon at a location near DeRose Trailer Park.

Obituary

Norma Frances Platt of Globe passed away Wednesday at Hospice Family Care in Gilbert. She was 67. She is survived by her husband Robin; her brother; and 2 sisters, including Susan Mitchell of Globe.
Visitation for Norma Platt will be at Noon tomorrow (Tuesday) at Miles Funeral Services Globe. The funeral is at 2:00.

Brewer Supports Land Swap

Arizona Governor Jan Brewer says she supports the Resolution Copper Mining project. Brewer toured the site in Superior on Thursday. She says federal lawmakers should approve the land swap legislation that would pave the way for the project.

The Southeast Arizona Land Exchange and Conservation Act of 2009 includes a transfer of land from the federal government to Resolution Copper. In return, Resolution Copper would give the government more than 5,500 acres of conservation lands.

Native Americans{pdf}—including the San Carlos Apache Tribe—are protesting the deal, and so are some environmental groups{pdf}. The deal has also been tainted by a corruption scandal involving former Representative Rick Renzi.

But supporters say the project will generate thousands of jobs and millions of dollars in taxes.

Globe Council Meets Monday

Globe City Council meets Monday at 6:pm. The Council will consider authorizing a $39,000 grant application for funds to purchase much needed electronic dispatching equipment for the Police Department.

Miami Will Honor Local Veterans at Memorial Day Ceremony

The Town of Miami is planning a Memorial Day ceremony for Monday, May 25. The time will be announced later. The Town will recognize veterans living in Miami during the ceremony.

If you are a veteran or if you know a veteran who will be attending the ceremony, there is a sign up sheet at Miami Town Hall.

The Town is also looking for a bugler.

Bashas' Announces More Store Closures

Bashas’ says it plans to close more of its supermarkets because of increased competition and the recession. Five stores were closed in February. The Arizona Republic reports that Bashas’ is still evaluating its stores and won’t specify how many will be closing. The company says it will make every effort to find jobs at other stores for affected employees.

So far Bashas’ is the only supermarket chain to announce multiple closures, but experts say other grocers could close as the recession continues.

GCC Art Show and Arbor Day Celebration

Gila Community College’s Art Show and Arbor Day Celebration is tomorrow (Saturday) from 1 to 4:30pm at the Gila Pueblo campus. In honor of Arbor Day and Earth Day, GCC staff members have planted several saguaro cacti along the Marietta Trail.

The art show features a variety of art work by students and instructors.

Pinal Mountain Foundation for Higher Education will be selling food, with proceeds going to the scholarship fund.

Police Log

A juvenile driver was cited for striking a road fixture and failing to report it after a hit and run, one vehicle accident late yesterday morning in the area of Escalera and Tremont Streets.

Globe Police arrested 25 year old Maxwell Turney at a traffic stop early this morning for agravated DUI and driving with a suspended license.

41 year old Renee Curtis was arrested yesterday on a warrant for failure to appear on charges of possession of a dangerous drug and possession of drug paraphernalia involving methamphetamine.

A 45 year old Scottsdale man was arrested for threatening another man with a knife yesterday at the Claypool Circle K.

The Gila County Sheriff’s Office is investigating reports of threatening phone calls taken at a business on Highway 60, and criminal damage at Pueblo Heights Mobile Home Park.

Globe Police are investigating a theft at a local school and a hit and run accident in the Walmart parking lot.

Obituary

Dorothy Mae Brewer of Globe passed away Wednesday at Cobre Valley Community Hospital. She was 87. She is survived by 2 daughters, including Barbara Ann LeCompte of Globe; her sisters Shirley Bevzetti and Mary Scott; 8 grandchildren, 12 great grandchildren and 4 great great grandchildren.
Visitation for Dorothy Brewer will be Monday at 1:pm at Trinity Baptist Church. The funeral is at 2:00.

Globe Library Book Sale May 1-2

The Friends of the Globe Public Library Spring Book Sale is coming up May 1 and 2. The hours are 10:am until 5:pm on Friday and 10 to 4 on Saturday.

Volunteers are still needed to help with the sale, especially on Saturday. A sign up sheet is at the circulation desk.

Donations of items for the sale may be brought to the library at 339 S. Broad Street.

Gas Prices Remain Stable

Gasoline prices in Arizona continue to remain stable. AAA Arizona says the statewide average for a gallon of regular unleaded is a little more than $1.91. Prices in Globe-Miami are around $1.94. The nationwide average increased by one cent to $2.062.

First Hamburger Fry of the Season

The Gila County Historical Museum will have the first hamburger fry of the season tomorrow (Friday) at the museum on Broad Street. The fundraiser takes place on the last Friday of each month through September. It starts at 5:30, and it’s $5 a person for hamburgers, chips, salads, cowboy beans, desserts and drinks.

Veterans Benefits Counselor Rescheduled

The Veterans Benefits Counselor’s visit to Globe has been re-scheduled for Tuesday, April 28. Valerie Williams will be at the Department of Economic Security office on Tuesday from 9:am until 3:pm. Call 425-3101 ext. 1008 for an appointment.

Obituary

Helen Marie Lambert of Miami passed away yesterday (Wednesday). She was 87. She is survived by her daughters Elizabeth Kinney and Janet Mayer; 4 grandchildren, 10 great grandchildren and 2 great great grandchildren.
Visitation for Helen Lambert will be Monday at 10:am at Miles Funeral Services Miami. The funeral is Monday at 11:00.

Arizona Parks to Get $20M from Stimulus Funds

The US Interior Department has released information about more than $750 million going to National Park Service projects. Arizona will receive more than $20 million of the stimulus funding. Half of it goes to Grand Canyon National Park, the rest to 18 other parks, monuments and historic sites.

The Tonto National Forest will receive $125,000 to rehabilitate the Park Administration Building to meet Americans with Disabilities Act requirements. $55,000 will correct drainage deficiencies on trails to protect the Casa Grande Ruins.

Additional funding through the Federal Highway Administration will improve park roads.

Police Log

Gila County Sheriff’s deputies were dispatched to the area of Walliman Road and the Stockyards where a man and a woman were blocking the road. The man was taken to Cobre Valley Community Hospital for a possible alcohol overdose. 25 year old Gail Pope of Whiteriver was arrested on a warrant for forgery and identity theft.

Deputies are investigating criminal damage to a church on Black Warrior and Globe Canyon.

Globe Police are investigating a report of harassment taken at a residence on Manzanita Drive; a shoplifting at Fry’s; and threats made at Hill Street and Ash.

Obituary

Maria Guadalupe Carrillo of Miami passed away Monday at Odyssey Hospice in Mesa. She was 86. She is survived by 2 sons, including James Carrillo of Miami; 2 daughters, including Kathy Ballesteros of Miami; 3 brothers; 2 sisters; 10 grandchildren and 12 great grandchildren.
Visitation for Maria Carrillo will be tomorrow (Friday) from 2 to 4:pm at Lamont Morrtuary and Saturday at 9:am at Our Lady of the Blessed Sacrament Church. The funeral is Saturday at 9:30.

Beware of 'Free Trial' Scams

Arizona Attorney General Terry Goddard is warning consumers to be cautious when signing up for trial offers of nutrition supplements online. The Attorney General’s Office has received an increase in complaints from consumers who have signed up online to receive free or nearly free trials of nutritional products, such as Acai berry supplements. These consumers report being charged for additional monthly shipments of the product at full price or for other products or services they never agreed to purchase.

Goddard says people who purchase products online should look for fine print and other purchase agreements before agreeing to pay for a product. Also read through any information or agreements before providing an online company with billing or personal information.

Deadline Extended for Nursing Scholarships

The University of Phoenix and the March of Dimes Arizona Chapter have extended the deadline for two nursing scholarships. The deadline has been extended to April 30. Applications are avaiilble at www.marchofdimes.com/arizona.

March of Dimes Seeks Nurses of the Year Nomination

The March of Dimes invites nominations for the Arizona Nurses of the Year Awards. The Awards Gala will be held in Scottsdale on August 29. The event highlights the efforts and dedication of Arizona’s nurses. Selected nurses will be honored for their service in 13 categories. Nominations will be accepted through May 15 at 5:pm. Applications and nomination forms are available at www.marchofdimes.com/arizona.

Chamber Luncheon Includes School Consolidation Discussion

The Globe-Miami Chamber of Commerce April luncheon includes a discussion of the Globe and Miami school district consolidation study. The luncheon is tomorrow (Thursday) at Guayo’s El Rey in Miami.

Nightime Construction Continues Near Hospital

Construction work consisting of heavy truck traffic continues tomorrow night (Thursday) in the area of Hospital Drive and Hope Lane near Cobre Valley Community Hospital. Work hours are from 6:pm until 4:am. Gila County Public Works says please be careful and obey all posted traffic signs.

Freeport-McMoran Profit Falls 96%

Freeport McMoran Copper and Gold says its first quarter net income fell 96%. Prices for metals and other commodities have plunged from the year ago period and the company took several charges for restructuring and other items.

Freeport says earnings dropped to $43 million—or 11 cents a share—from $1.1 billion, or $2.94 a share, in the year ago period. Revenue declined 54% to $2.6 billion.

Weather Spotter Training

The National Weather Service is offering free training classes that teach people how to identify and report sighnificant weather conditions and contribute to public safety. The classes are free and open to anyone who has an interest in severe weather or public service. The next class in Gila County will be Saturday, May 30 at the Gila County Division of Emergency Management on Apache Avenue. Space is limited, so RSVP by calling 402-8805.

Safe Home Yard Sale

The Domestic Violence Safe Home is having a yard sale Thursday, Friday and Saturday at Grace Presbyterian Church. All proceeds benefit the women and children of domestic violence in the community. The hours are 8 to 3 on Thursday and Friday, and 8 to 1 on Saturday.

Police Log

Miami Police arrested 23 year old Vincent Garcia on charges of theft of services.

The Gila County Sheriff’s Office is investigating a report of criminal damage at the Globe Canyon Church.

Globe Police assisted a local exterminator yesterday evening in the area of Euclid who was trying to capture a swarm of bees.The road was closed to foot traffic until the situation was eliminated.

Obituaries

Vera Renteria passed away at her home early this morning. She was 94. Services at Holy Angels Catholic Church are pending.

Johnny Cosen, Jr. of San Carlos passed away Thursday at Banner Good Samaritan Hospital in Phoenix. He was 18. He is survived by his parents Lori and Johnny Cosen, Sr.; his brother Jamison; and his sisters Janell, Joleen and Monica Cosen.
The wake for Johnny Cosen, Jr. will be Friday at 4:pm at the Chester Martin, Sr. residence. The funeral is Saturday at 2:pm at San Carlos Miracle Church.

Copper Prices Stabilizing

The Arizona Daily Star reports that copper prices appear to be stabilizing. Even though they are nowhere near the record prices of more than $4 a pound reached last summer, they have been steadily rising since the beginning of the year. In the past 60 days, copper prices have risen from around $1.40 a pound to $2.18. Arizona Department of Mines chief mining engineer Nyal Niemuth says the infrastructure spending expected from the stimulus packages in the United States and China could benefit the copper industry.

Globe School Board Meets Wednesday

The Globe School Board holds a public Study Session tomorrow (Wednesday) at 6:pm at the Mofford Activity Center. They’ll discuss the 2009-2010 budget, including the possible cutting of programs and positions.

Latest Restrictions on SR 77

The Arizona Department of Transportation announces more travel restrictions on State Route 77 between Globe and Winkelman. Starting May 4, construction crews will be hauling materials Monday through Thursday from 8:pm to 6:am. During these hauling operations, cars will be piloted through the work zone. During all other nightime hours, SR 77 will have one lane open, with traffic signals at each end of the work zone to control one way traffic.

Construction crews are also hauling materials on weekends from 6:am to 6:pm.

SR 77 will continue to be closed weekdays until mid-May. ADOT is widening the roadway shoulders and creating a rockfall ditch.

You can always get information about road restrictions in Arizona by dialing 5-1-1, or by visting www.az511.com.

Police Log

Globe Police arrested 19 year old Silvester Martinez yesterday for threats and intimidation.

Officers are investigating a burglary reported at Cobre Valley Community Hospital.

A homeless man had his backpack, radio and other items taken from him behind the Claypool Safeway. The Sheriff’s Office attempted to locate three men who were the suspects.

Bed Race Results

Here are the Miami Boomtown Spree Red Springs Express Bed Race results:

1st Place—“The Replacements” from the Town of Miami
2nd Place—Tri City Firefighters “Bed Hogs”
3rd Place--Boy Scout Troop 101’s “Racing for the Future”

The People’s Choice award goes to Miami Art Works for "Zombie Slaves of the Alien Empire.”

Tonto Forest Seeks Camp Hosts

The Tonto National Forest’s Pleasant Valley Ranger District needs reliable camp hosts from May through September. The Pleasant Valley District is between Globe and Payson north of Roosevelt Lake. Duties include public contact, camp checks, answering questions, assisting with camp cleanup, and keeping rangers informed if problems occur. A self contained unit is needed. There are no hook-ups but the Ranger District provides propane and water. To apply call Dave Frew at 928-462-4330.

Earth Day Posters on Display

The Gila County Board of Supervisors sent out invitations for students to submit entries about the environment, in honor of Earth Day and National Government Week. 170 students sent in posters and two students wrote essays. The posters will be on display at the Gila County Courthouse today through May 8.

Nightime Construction Near the Hospital

Gila County Public Works is doing construction work today through Wednesday from 6:pm to 4:am in the area of Hospital Drive and Hope Lane. They ask that you please be careful and obey all posted traffic signs when traveling near the construction zone.

Copper Rim Music Program

Copper Rim third grade classes present a program of Disney songs tonight (Monday)at 6:30. The public is invited and there is no admission charge.

Globe Council Meets Tonight

Globe City Council meets tonight (Monday) at 6:00. The Council will consider 11 proposals received by the City to develop the “Northeast Globe Area Plan.” The proposals have to do with future growth along the highway to Show Low.
The Council will also consider Globe’s Identity Theft Prevention Program, required by the US Federal Trade Commission.
There will be a staff presentation and discussion about the special needs and priorities to be considered for the Globe Fire Department’s portion of next year’s budget.

Miami Council Meets Tonight

Miami Town Council meets tonight (Monday) at 6:30 at Miami Town Hall.

Police Log

One person was flown to a Valley Hospital after an accident late Saturday night at Mesquite and Broad Streets. Two cars were towed from the scene. The accident is being investigated.

A driver was treated at the scene for minor injuries after a one vehicle rollover yesterday afternoon in Ice House Canyon.

There were no injuries when a car hit a sign yesterday at Cedar and Broad Street.

Nobody was hurt when a car went off the road Saturday afternoon at the end of Russell Road.

Globe Police followed up on an assault report taken Saturday and arrested 25 year old Edward Redfeather yesterday at Pueblo Heights Mobile Home Park. Redfeather also had an outstanding warrant from Miami Police Department.

Four juveniles were arrested yesterday around Noon after a citizen reported their car driving erratically on Highway 70. The juveniles were charged with possession of marijuana and released to their parents.

Mesa Police arrested 39 year old Leoniel Anderson of Globe on a warrant for failure to appear on charges of aggravated assault.

Globe Police are investigating a report of an assault at Motel 6 and a theft at Chalo’s restaurant

The Gila County Sheriff’s Office is investigating a theft report taken at Holiday Hills Mobile Home Park.

Globe Man Arrested After Home Invasion

A 20 year old Globe man was arrested after a home invasion around 3:00 this morning at a residence on North Street. Jacob Hickman was charged with armed robbery, aggravated assault and burglary.

Obituaries

Margarita Esquivel Salazar of Globe passed away Thursday at Cobre Valley Community Hospital. She was 66. She is survived by her husband Arnold; 2 daughters, including Crystal Reynolds of Globe; 11 sisters and brothers; 10 grandchildren and 1 great grandchild.
A Memorial for Margarita Salazar will be held Wednesday from 2 to 4:pm at Lamont Mortuary.

Lester Dallas Schmidt of Globe passed away Thursday at Cobre Valley Community Hospital. He was 84. He is survived by his son Allen; his daughter "Gussie" Crawford; his long time companion Liz Zache; 5 grandchildren and 5 great grandchildren.
A Memorial Service for Lester Schmidt will be held next Monday (April 27) at 10:am at the VFW Hall in Globe.

$770,000 to Go to Homeless Shelters

Arizona Governor Jan Brewer has announced more than $770,000 in awards in emergency assistance to homeless shelters. The money will allow services to more than 700 Arizonans—including children—to continue into fiscal year 2010. Funding cuts and declines in contributions are threatening homeless programs around the state. Arizona Department of Housing Director Donald Cardon says that economic conditions have created a wave of Arizonans who have never been homeless before. These individuals and families are showing up at shelter doors only to be denied services. He says the funding will provide help to those who desperately need it.

No Blasting Through Next Week

The Arizona Department of Transportation says there is no blasting scheduled on the US 60 Pinto Valley project from now until next Friday, April 24. The road will be narrowed to one lane from 7:am until 4:pm today, and Monday through Thursday of next week. This is for removal of rock and placement of concrete barricades. Drivers can expect delays of up to 15 minutes as flaggers direct traffic in alternating directions. Both traffic lanes will be open tomorrow (Saturday) and Sunday.

Sweepstakes Scam

Globe PD says a citizen has reported receiving a telephone call saying that he had won $1.8 million in a sweepstakes. The citizen was told to send an $1800 money transfer to an overseas account for processing fees and taxes. He then was supposed to call a 900 number in the Dominican Republic to notify a sweepstakes representative that the transfer had been completed.

The Globe Police Department says this is a scam. There are many scams going around that are similar to this. Be aware that a person who has won a legitimate prize is never required to pay in order to receive the prize.

Copper Community Players Schedule 'Moon Over Buffalo'

The Copper Community Players announce the performance dates for their next comedy production, Moon Over Buffalo. The production dates are: May 1st and 2nd at 7 p.m. and on May 7th, 8th and 9th at 7 p.m. Tickets are $15.00 each.

For ticket information and reservations, call the Cobre Valley Center for the Arts at (928) 425-0884. Seating is limited.

Quilters Yard Sale

A Giant Yard Sale will be held tomorrow (Saturday) to benefit the Cobre Valley Center for the Arts. It's sponsored by the Copper Country Quilters Chapter of the Arizona Quilters Guild. There will be patterns, books, fabrics, notions and other quilting and sewing supplies, as well as good used household and decorator items. The yard sale will be at the Historic Train Depot on South Broad Street in Globe from 9:am until 3:pm.

Miami Senior Center Pancake Breakfast

The Miami Senior Center Site Council is sponsoring a pancake breakfast fundraiser tomorrow (Saturday) at the Miami Senior Center. It’s from 7 until 11:am. It includes pancakes, ham, orange juice and coffee. Adults $4.00; children under 12, $2.00.

No Charge for Greenwaste at Landfill Saturday

The Russell Gulch Landfill will accept greenwaste at no charge tomorrow (Saturday), in honor of Earth Day. Greenwaste includes tree limbs, brush, grass clippings and leaves.

Police Log

A Globe Police officer was dispatched to Highway 60 in front of Pinal Lumber after a report of a man standing in the highway. 69 year old Wayman Harney was arrested for obstruction of a roadway.

The Gila County Sheriff’s Office arrested 22 year old Natasha Darnell for disorderly conduct and domestic violence.

Obituary

Louis Lopez Holguin of Globe passed away Monday at Friendship Village Nursing Home in Tempe. He was 79. He is survived by his wife Panfila; his sons Louis and John; his daughter Linda Robles; 3 sisters, including Vera Valencia of Globe; his brothers Phillip and Faustino Holguin; 12 grandchildren and 12 great grandchildren.
A graveside service for Louis Holguin will be held Wednesday at 3:pm at Globe Cemetery.

'The Gratitude Dance'

Materials Needed for Historic Mining Park

The committee working to create a historic mining park at the Old Dominion Mine site is looking for materials to build ramadas for benches and picnic tables and other structures. The committee is working to get the area ready to turn over to the City of Globe by the end of the year. The lease has been recently signed by the City and BHP, and grant funding for park development has been acquired. If you can help with the needed building materials, call the Chamber of Commerce at 425-4495.

'Burger Flippin' for a Cure'

The “Tax Collectors” Team for the American Cancer Society Relay for Life invites Gila County employees and the public to a fundraising lunch next tomorrow (Friday). It’s from 11:am until 2:pm on the Gila County Courthouse Patio. A combination plate of a burger, chips and a drink will be served for a suggested donation of $5. All money will go to the Relay for Life. The annual event at Harbison Field is only about a month away. To participate, call Cynthia Bach at 425-3677.

Local Libraries Will Close for Regional Forum

Both the Miami and Globe Public Libraries will be closed tomorrow (Friday). The staffs will participate in the annual Arizona Library Association Regional Forum being hosted by the Gila County Library District at the Cobre Valley Center for the Arts.

Veterans Counselor Coming to DES Next Week

Veterans Benefits Counselor Valerie Williams will be at the Department of Economic Security office next Friday, April 24 from 9:am until 3:pm. Call for an appointment at 425-3101 ext 1008.

School District Consolidation to Be Discussed at Chamber Luncheon

The Globe-Miami Chamber of Commerce April luncheon will be Thursday, April 23 at Guayo’s El Rey in Miami. Representatives of the committee studying consolidation of the Globe and Miami school districts will discuss the timeline, needs and goals. To make a reservation, call the Chamber at 425-4495.

More Than $500,000 in Impact Aid Grants for San Carlos Schools

Representative Ann Kirkpatrick announces that the US Department of Education will be providing more than $500,000 in Impact Aid grants to school systems serving the San Carlos Apache Tribe. The funds are part of more than $7 million that the Department is releasing through the American Recovery and Reinvestment Act to help repair and modernize underfunded schools in Arizona.

Police Log

Last night a citizen called Globe PD to report a fight between two men in the Fry’s parking lot. One man was waving a handgun. 22 year old Andrew Channel was charged with misconduct with a weapon, prohibited possessor and aggravated assault. 25 year old Robert Adams was arrested on warrants for criminal damage and disorderly conduct.

Another citizen reported a woman screaming for help in the area of Oak and Pine. 44 year old Robert Holy was charged with domestic assault and the victim was taken to the hospital.

29 year old Reggie Standing was arrested early this morning at Globe Mobile Home Park for domestic violence/disorderly conduct.

Two people were arrested for separate disturbances at Copper Country Mobile Home Park. 32 year old Ricky Vargas was charged with disorderly conduct. 22 year old Iroquois Sullivan was arrested for possession of drug paraphernalia.

The Gila County Sheriff’s Office arrested 45 year old Manuel Gaona on a warrant for failure to appear on a charge of resisting arrest.

25 year old Marcelina Spurgeon was arrested on a warrant for disorderly conduct.

The Sheriff’s Office is investigating a theft reported at the El Paso Natural Gas meter station near New Street.

'Internet Symphony' Global Mash Up

YouTube presents the world premiere of the Tan Dun composition "Internet Symphony, Eroica" as selected and mashed up from thousands of video submissions from around the world.

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Arizona Lags Behind New Jersey in Solar Power

The Zonie Report website says that Arizona—which is tied with Nevada as the sunniest state in the union—lags far behind New Jersey when it comes to solar power. New Jersey is the 39th sunniest state.
According to the Interstate Renewable Energy Council, New Jersey has more than 70 megawatts in grid-tied photovoltaic capacity. That puts it in second place, behind California. Arizona is seventh on the list with a little more than 25 magawatts.

Miami Library Hosts Forum Open House

The Miami Memorial Library hosts the Arizona Library Association Pre-Forum Event tomorrow (Thursday) from 5:30 until 7:30. It’s an open house for Library Association members and the public. It will showcase the Miami High School Hall of Fame with entertainment provided by “The Big Band Sound.” Refreshments will be served.

Governor Brewer Appoints Claudia DalMolin to ASAP Advisory Board

Gila County Sheriff John Armer announces that the Sheriff’s Office Bureau Commander Claudia DalMolin has been appointed by Governor Jan Brewer to the Arizona Substance Abuse Partnership Community Advisory Board.

The goal of the Community Advisory Board is to bring coalitions together to improve substance abuse prevention, treatment and enforcement policy and programs. It will provide a link between the community coalitions and Arizona Substance Abuse Partnership.

Bureau Commander DalMolin is a lifelong resident of Gila County and has been with the Gila County Sheriff’s Office for more than 27 years.

Rep. Kirkpatrick's Staff Hosts Office Hours in Globe Today

Staff members from Representative Ann Kirkpatrick’s office are hosting open office hours today (Wednesday) in Globe. The staff members will be at the Gila County Complex on Ash Street from 10:am until 4:pm.This is an opprtunity for Gila County residents to get help dealing with the federal government and share their thoughts on what’s happening in Arizona and in Washington.

Police Log

Globe Police arrested 34 year old Shanon Lopez for fraudulent schemes while he was an employee at Auto Zone.

25 year old Terry Vinsant was arrested yesterday in connection with a shoplifting incident that occurred on March 31.

Officers are investigating a theft that occurred at a business on Highway 60 and a burglary at a business on North Broad Street.

The Gila County Sheriff’s Office is investigating reports of a sexual assault in the Roosevelt area; theft of a mailbox and mail on Walliman Road; and the theft of a commercial cement moxer at the H&E Ranch in Wheatfields.

Obituary

Dennis Gett passed away Sunday at Copper Mountain Inn. He was 98. He is survived by his son Clyde and many grandchildren and great grandchildren.
Visitation for Dennis Gett is today (Wednesday) from 5 to 7:pm at Lamont Mortuary with a short service at 7:pm.
Interment will be at 11:am tomorrow (Thursday) at Paradise Memorial Gardens in Scottsdale.

CVCH Photo Accompanies Article on Rural Hospitals

Arizona Capitol Times is running a story about the vulnerability of rural hospitals to budget cuts. The article is accompanied by a photograph of Cobre Valley Community Hospital. The article says that state and federal programs that have helped support these hospitals are being threatened by possible budget cuts.

Arizona has a program that provides supplemental funding for hospitals with fewer than 100 in-patient beds located in counties with populations of less than 500,000. The state’s SAVE program—which stands for Safe, Accessible, Visible and Efficient—is on the short list of state health programs to be cut. The Critical Access Hospital Program created by Congress in 1997 is also threatened by cuts.

State health officials have warned Governor Brewer that these cuts could force rural hospitals to shut down.

Weather Service Needs Spotters

The National Weather Service is looking for storm spotters. Spotters are needed to look for dust storms, hail, high winds and localized flooding. There are plenty of spotters in the Valley, but help is needed in Gila and Pinal County and other rural areas. The Weather Service provides free training on how to look for cloud features that are associated with microbursts and tornadoes, and how to estimate wind speeds.

For information about the Weather Spotter Program, click here.

New Location for Food Pickup

Gila Community Food Bank announces that the pickup location for $16 boxes and for produce is now the Walmart parking lot where the gas station used to be. The $16 boxes will be distributed this Friday. Produce will be available on Monday.

Obituary

Mariam Wheat of Globe passed away Sunday. She was 95. She is survived by 3 children, including Joel Wheat of Globe; 15 grandchildren, 25 great grandchildren and 3 great great grandchildren.
A funeral service for Mariam Wheat will be held tomorrow (Wednesday) from 2 to 4:pm at Lamont Mortuary.
A vistation and funeral service will be held Thursday beginning at 10:am at Greenwood Memorial Lawn in Phoenix.

1 Million Arizonans Will Get $250 Recovery Money

People who get monthly checks from programs such as Social Security are eligible to receive an extra $250 in federal recovery money. The Arizona Republic reports that about 1 million Arizonans qualify. It’s not necessary to call or file any paperwork to get the check. The money will automatically be paid in a check separate from your regular monthly payments. Most people who receive Social Security, Supplemental Security Income, Railroad Retirement or Veterans benefits are eligible.

The Social Security Administration says scammers are already trying to con people out of their payments by telling them they can get their money faster if they give the callers their bank account and Social Security numbers. Remember—you don’t have to do anything to receive your check. The checks will begin going out in early May.