Gila County Working to Alleviate Tonto Basin Flooding

The Gila County Public Works Department says it is working on three separate projects to help flooding problems in the Tonto Basin area. They have contracted with Westland Resources to try to obtain a permit to allow the replacement of missing riprap on the water diversion dike above the Roosevelt Gardens East Subdivision. Riprap is rock or concrete used to stabilize stream flows. This would help alleviate future flooding in that area.

County staff has also contacted the US Forest Service and Corp of Engineers to coordinate a project to remove dead and down wood.

Gila County is also looking into the possibility of removing some sandbars or islands located in the Tonto Creek area that do not contain critical habitat. County staff is currently working to identify the specific sandbars or islands for further discussion with the agencies that regulate these areas.

If you’d like more information about these projects, contact the Gila County Public Works Department.

Salute to Ranching on December 16

The Globe-Miami Chamber of Commerce will hold its annual Salute to Ranching on Thursday, December 16. The dinner recognizes the accomplishments of Gila County ranchers.

Nomination forms for Rancher of the Year and Wrangler of the Year are available at the Chamber of Commerce office.

The prime rib dinner is $25 a plate if you register in advance. It’s $30 at the door. Call the Chamber at 425-4495 to make a reservation.

Miami Council Special Meeting

The Miami Town Council will have a Special Meeting tonight (Tuesday) to approve an ordinance to correct typographical errors in the ordinance establishing increased rates for sewage collection.

Police Log

Nobody was hurt in an accident yesterday afternoon at Broad and Yuma. One driver was cited for making an unlawful left turn.

30 year old Conie Rivera was arrested yesterday for domestic violence/assault in connection with a report taken on November 25.

Officers are investigating a theft of services report taken at a residence on Hackney Avenue and a harassment report taken at a residence on Hunter Drive.

The Gila County Sheriff’s Office is investigating a report of child abuse in the Claypool area; a report of theft and fraud from a Ranch off Highway 60; and a burglary at a residence in Ice House Canyon.

Obituaries

Former Globe resident Betty Lou Reynolds passed away Saturday. She was 74.
Visitation for Betty Lou Reynolds will be this Saturday (December 4) at 3:pm at Miles Funeral Services Globe. The funeral is at 4:00.

Alfred Leo Hetzelt of Globe passed away Friday. He was 74.
A Memorial Service for “Fred” Hetzelt will be held Monday at 3:pm at Miles Funeral Services Globe.

San Carlos Apache Tribe Wants To Join Bald Eagle Suit

The San Carlos Apache Tribe is asking a federal judge for permission to join a suit seeking to return Endangered Species Act protections to Arizona's bald eagles.

A federal judge ruled in October that desert nesting bald eagles can be removed from the lists. The Center for Biological Diversity in Tucson then filed a lawsuit to keep about 200 desert bald eagles protected.

The government does not consider Arizona’s eagles to be separate from those elsewhere in the nation. They were declared no longer endangered in 2007.

The San Carlos Apache Tribe says that the eagles are fundamental to their religion.

Allen Still Plans to Introduce GCC Independence Legislation

State Sen. Sylvia Allen says she still plans to introduce legislation to remove roadblocks to Gila Community College independence.

A task force has been looking into the possibility of doing away with the property tax base and population thresholds that keep Gila County from operating its own fully accredited college.

The Payson Roundup reports that many Graham County residents oppose the plan because they believe an independent Gila Communmity College would take money away from Eastern Arizona College. GCC contracts with EAC for administration and accreditation.

Gila Community College pays a 25% overhead fee to Eastern Arizona College on top of all expenses.

Supervisors Meet Tuesday

The Gila County Board of Supervisors meets tomorrow (Tuesday) at 10:am. They’ll have a Public Hearing on the proposed merger of the Cobre Valley Sanitary District and the Pinal Sanitary District. They will also meet as the Gila County Library Board to approve the Library Service Agreement between the Gila County Library District and the Globe Public Library.

AG's Holiday Consumer Tips

The Arizona Attorney General’s Office has launched a special holiday web page to provide answers to common questions about holiday shopping, charitable giving and other consumer problems during the holidays. Additional shopping tips and alerts will be posted on the site each week throughout the Holiday Season. Visit www.azag.gov/consumer/holiday.

Free Conference for Seniors and Caregivers

There will be a free conference for senior citizens and family caregivers of seniors on Thursday (December 2) at the Apache Gold Casino. They’ll answer your questions about Medicare health plan coverage choices, Arizona long term care, Alzheimer’s Disease, caregiver stress and other important topics. A continental breakfast and lunch will be provided.

The conference will run from 8:30am until 3:pm on Thursday. You must register ahead of time because space is limited. To register call 1-800-293-9393.

The conference is sponsored by Pinal-Gila Council for Senior Citizens Area Agency on Aging, Pinal-Gila Long Term Care and Eastern Arizona Health Education Center.

Hiking Info with Bob Zache

The Second Wednesday program at the Bullion Plaza Museum and Cultural Center will feature Bob Zache, who leads a hiking class at Gila Community College. He’ll share some of the best trails to hike in Southern Gila County. The event will be next Wednesday--December 8--at the museum from 7 until 8:pm. Light refreshments will be served following the program.

Miami Council Meets Tonight

Miami Town Council meets tonight (Monday) at 6:30. They’ll appoint a permanent Town Clerk. They’ll also review model ordinances providing zoning regulations for nonprofit medical marijuana dispensaries and cultivation sites. The Council will also discuss reestablishing a fee for bulk trash service and a system for cut off and reconnection of sewer service.

Police Log

Local fire agencies responded to a structure fire Saturday night on View Street. The fire was contained to the chimney and attic areas. There were no injuries.

53 year old Steven Williams was arrested at a traffic stop Saturday night for DUI.

22 year old Joshua Becker was arrested for driving with a suspended license.

Globe Police are investigating a non injury hit and run accident that occurred Friday night in the area of Broad and Hackney; a domestic dispute at Copper Country Mobile Home Park; a domestic violence complaint taken at a residence on Prickley Pear; criminal damage at an address on Seventh Street; a burglary at a residence on Lawrence; a theft at a residence on East Mesquite; a theft from a vehicle at a business on North Broad Street; and a theft from a vehicle at a business on Willow.

No Closures Scheduled On State Highways Over Thanksgiving Weekend

The Arizona Department of Transportation says that drivers using state highways over the Thanksgiving weekend will not run into any construction-related closures. ADOT is holding off on projects requiring closures to ease travel and promote safety as the holiday travel season gets under way.

Drivers are still urged to be prepared for any unscheduled highway restrictions. Information about driving in winter weather conditions is available at www.azdot.gov.

Police Log

Gila County Task Force made two arrests yesterday evening at the Economy Inn with the help of Globe PD. 28 year old Larry Peru was charged with possession of dangerous drugs. He also had outstanding warrants for aggravated harassment and failure to appear on charges of possession of drug paraphernalia involving methamphetamine. 27 year old Marlene Pazzi was also charged with possession of dangerous drugs.

Last night Globe Police and EMS responded to a report of an assault in the area of Ash and Broad Streets. The suspects fled before officers arrived. The case is pending contact with the suspects.

Officers received a report of an intoxicated person in the area of the 7th Street Circle K. 21 year old Larry Dosela of Scottsdale was arrested for disorderly conduct.

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Grandpa and his friends in Globe, Arizona, late 1920s. They seem more dressed up than usual, even for the time. Something fun is surely going to happen!

Fall Foliage Finale Thanksgiving Weekend

The Boyce Thompson Arboretum presents the Fall Foliage Finale Festival this weekend. It’s a chance to see all the changing colors. Native American style cedar flute music will be provided by recording artist Joseph Leal from 11:am until 3, along with guest guitarists during breaks. Vendors will be set up under the colorful trees and informal outdoor photography workshops will be offered as well.

Pictures With Santa

The annual Pictures With Santa event will be at the Copper Spike Train Depot on Saturday (November 27) from 10:am until 1:pm. Admission is free. Bring your own camera.

Elks Sponsor Blood Drive Saturday

Pinal Mountain Elks Lodge is sponsoring a community blood drive Saturday morning (November 27) starting at 8:30. Walk ins are welcome. Or you can schedule an appointment by calling 928-793-4832.

Thanksgiving Meal at Globe Senior Center

Seniors looking for a place to go for a Thanksgiving meal can go to the Globe Senior Center tomorrow (Wednesday). The meal includes turkey and all the fixings. Before linch Carl Nyberg will play favorites on the guitar, fiddle and banjo beginning at 10:30am. Call 425-9030 for more information.

Globe Senior Center will be closed Thursday and Friday for the Thanksgiving holiday.

AAA Offers 'Tipsy Tow' on Thanksgiving

AAA is offering its “Tipsy Tow” service again on Thanksgiving. It’s an effort to keep impaired drivers off the streets. Drivers, passengers, party hosts, bartenders and restaurant managers can call 1-800-AAA-HELP between 6:pm Thanksgiving Day and 6:am Friday morning. Tipsy Tow will provide a one way ride for the driver, one passenger and their vehuicle at no cost for up to 10 miles.

Friday is Furlough Day for Most State Workers

Most state government offices will be closed on Friday. It’s one of six furlough days this fiscal year as a step toward balancing the budget. An estimated 29,000 state employees will take Friday off without pay. State officials say the furlough days will save up to $20 million.

State agencies that provide essential public services will remain open, such as prisons and juvenile corrections facilities. The Highway Patrol will stay on the job and the hot line for child abuse and neglect will be in operation.

The next state furlough day is December 23.

Police Log

Miami Police arrested two people at a traffic stop for possession of dangerous drugs for sale. 50 yearold Moses Jackson of Phoenix and 47 year old Oregon resident Troy Jones were booked into the Gila County Jail.

Gila County Task Force arrested 33 year old Brian Magness at a traffic stop for possession of dangerous drugs.

Two sisters were arrested after a domestic disturbance around 2:00 this morning at a residence on McKinney. 18 year old Dominique Gilmore and 20 year old Delana Gilmore were both charged with domestic violence and disorderly conduct.

Yesterday morning Globe Police took a theft report from a business on Santee Street. Officers later located and arrested 41 year old Daniel Flores for trafficking in stolen property and 24 year old Denise Ortiz for hindering prosecution.

30 year old Albert Reyes was arrested on warrants for driving with a suspended license, child support and criminal damage.

Two juveniles were referred to juvenile probation for shoplifting at the Dollar Tree.

Officers are investigating a theft report taken on Crestwood and a burglary report taken at a residence on Hunter Drive.

Gila County Sheriff’s deputies are investigating a theft from a vehicle in the Country Club Manor area and a burglary at a residence on Cherokee.

Thanksgiving Dinner Served Thursday

Our Lady’s St. Vincent De Paul will host their annual Thanksgiving Dinner on Thanksgiving Day. It’s free to the public. Dinner will be served from 2 to 5:pm at Our Lady’s Center on Sullivan Street in Miami.

If you’d like to make a donation to help with the dinner, stop in or call the parish office at 473-3568.

Presentation About Coping With Grief

The Globe Senior Center is hosting a program about coping with grief tomorrow (Tuesday) at 12:30pm. It will be presented by Copper Communities Hospice.

Globe Library Thanksgiving Hours

The Globe Public Library will close at 5:30 on Wednesday and will be closed on Thursday and Friday for the Thanksgiving holiday. The library will reopen Saturday at 9:am.

Police Log

Nobody was hurt in an accident yesterday morning in the 600 block of Eleventh Street.

Canyon and Tri City Fire Departments assisted Globe Fire Department last night with a structure fire on Pasqual Street.

Miami Police arrested 38 year old Patrick Hernandez for disorderly conduct and assault.

Globe Police arrested 20 year old Matthew Miller for domestic assault Saturday night at Globe Mobile Home Park.

The Gila County Sheriff’s Office served a DPS warrant on 27 year old Franklin Taylor for driving with a suspended license.

Deputies are investigating an attempted rape that occurred in the Globe area; criminal damage to a vehicle on Broadway; criminal damage at a residence on Arbor Drive; and a burglary at a residence on Bixby Road.

Globe Police are investigating a report of domestic violence/assault taken at an address on Hackney Hill; a report of criminal damage at a residence on Westridge Drive; a broken window at a business on Broad Street; a vehicle break in on East Thornwood; a theft at a residence in Copper Country Mobile Home Park; and a theft at a business on Highway 60.

Obituaries

Leo A. Villegas passed away Thursday at Odyssey Hospice in Mesa. He was 84.
Visitation for Leo Villegas will be Saturday at 9:am at Holy Angels Catholic Church. Rosary is at 9:30 and Mass at 10:00.

Marguerite W. Alexander passed away Wednesday at Heritage Healthcare Center. She was 86.
The funeral for Marguerite Alexander is Wednesday at 1:pm at Miles Funeral Services Globe.

Globe Council Meets Monday

Globe City Council meets Monday at 6:pm. The Council will consider an ordinance concerning medical marijuana dispensaries. They will also discuss whether to publish a Request For Proposals for a medical marijuana dispensary or to authorize the City to apply for a medical marijunana dispensary to be operated under police supervision.

4-H Canned Food Drive

The Southern Gila County 4-H Community Club is holding a canned food drive through December 10. All donated items will stay in the local area. Help 4-H help those in need by dropping off canned food at Central Arizona Wireless, Hicks Chiropractic and Heritage Healthcare Center.

Globe Senior Center Holiday Meal Campaign

The Globe Senior Center has launched a Holiday Meal Campaign to raise finds for homebound and disabled seniors as well as others in the community. The Center has received a matching grant of $2000 to double the donations. For more information contact the Globe Senior Center at 425-9030.

AZ Gas Prices Up Again This Week

Gas prices rose in Arizona for the second straight week. AAA Arizona says the statewide average price for a gallon of unleaded regular is a little over $2.78 a gallon. That’s an increase of nearly 3 cents from last week. The nationwide average is a little less than $2.89 a gallon, an increase of 2.4 cents.

Here in Globe-Miami, prices are around $2.74 a gallon.

Police Log

Nobody was hurt in an accident yesterday afternoon at Sycamore and Broad Street.

No injuries were reported in an accident yesterday on Highway 60 at Radonovich Drive.

Tri City and Canyon Fire Departements responded to a report of a fire at Madera Peak Apartments. There wasn’t a fire but one person was taken to Cobre Valley Regional Medical Center.

A Gila County Sheriff’s deputy arrested 24 year old Jonathon Magana yesterday. He was held by Apache Gold Casino security for possession of marijuana. Magana also had a Graham County warrant for dangerous drugs.

Globe Police arrested 18 year old Dominique Gilmore for shoplifting.

24 year old Kylie Smith was arrested for violation of a court order.

Officers are investigating a report of indecent exposure at Globe High School; a break in at a residence in Pioneer Hills; a theft at a business on Willow Street; a theft at a business on South East Street; and a report of shoplifting at Walmart.

The Gila County Sheriff’s Office is investigating thefts from vehicles on Navajo and Daybreak.

Alcohol Energy Drinks Banned

The US Food and Drug Administration has effectively banned the sale of alcoholic energy drinks by declaring that that caffeine is an unsafe food additive to alcohol drinks. There have been an increasing number of reports of teens and college students being hospitalized after drinking the beverages.

Arizona Attorney General Terry Goddard says he applauds the move. For several years his office has warned about the potential danger of alcohol energy drinks. He says some of them are packaged to look like non-alcoholic energy drinks. And some contain the alcoholic equivalent of four to five beers, and the caffeine equivalent of four to five colas, or one or two cups of coffee, in just one can.

The federal Alcohol Tax and Trade Bureau says it will require distributors and retailers to stop selling the alcohol energy drinks identified as unsafe by the FDA.

Idea House Saturday from 11 to 4

The Friends of the Globe Library’s Idea House is Saturday from 11 until 4. It is hosted by Karen and Greg Gotto. Parking will be at the Elks Lodge with a shuttle to the Idea House.

There will be crafts for sale, entertainment, food and baked goods. Entry is $2 for adults or 2 canned food items; $1 for kids or 1 can of food.

Raffle tickets for a ring donated by United Jewelry, a fall basket valued at $200, and a free stay at Dream Manor Inn, are available at the Globe Public Library.

Proceeds go to the Friends of the Library Building Fund and the Gila Community Food Bank.

Independent Riders Toy Run

The Independent Riders Toy Run takes place on Saturday. It starts at 9:30 at the Community Center in Globe. The run will go to the VFW and Porter’s in Superior, head back to the Copper Parrot in Globe, then to the Huddle and finally to the Shamrock in Claypool.

Food will be served for the riders at Shamrock. Entertainment will be provided by the 74th Street Band. Everyone is welcome.

Proceeds go to sponsor local families in Globe-Miami and Superior for Christmas.

Foods and Plants Demonstration

The Tonto Basin Ranger District presents a demonstration this weekend featuring “Foods of the Superstitions” and “Plants of the Sonoran Desert.”

Author Don Wells will talk about the specimens, where they are found, what they look like and the medicinal use of the plant, seed or fruit. Author Jean Groen will talk about old Native American recipes and the modern recipes she has developed using the products.

The event is from 10 to 4 on Saturday and Sunday at the Rossevelt Lake Visitor Center.

New Miami Postmaster to be Sworn In on Friday

The swearing in ceremony for new Miami Postmaster Marie Zenczak takes place Friday at 11:am at the Miami Post Office. The public is invited.

Police Log

A brush fire was quickly put out early this morning on Birch Street.

The Gila County Sheriff’s Office arrested 60 year old Dora Padilla for domestic violence and disorderly conduct after a disturbance on Golden Hill.

Depuites are investigating burglaries at Roosevelt Estates, on Central Drive and at the Schultz Ranch.

Globe Police are investigating a burglary on East Bailey.

Obituary

Minnie Tonto Thinka of San Carlos passed away Monday at San Carlos Indian Hospital. She was 82. She is survived by her daughter Nadine Thinka; her son Moran Thinka, Sr.; her brother; 15 grandchildren and 32 great grandchildren.
The wake for Minnie Thinka will be Saturday at 4:pm at the Thinka residence. The funeral is Sunday at 10:am at Burdette Hall.

Thanksgiving Dinner Cost Up 9 Percent

The Arizona Farm Bureau says the cost of a traditional Thanksgiving dinner has risen 9% over last year. But it’s cheaper than it was two years ago. The average feast will cost about $44.

Without factoring in store coupons or specials, the cost of a 16 pound turkey will cost Arizonans around $16.80 this year, or $1.05 a pound. That’s a 7% increase in the cost of a turkey.

Miami School Board Meets Thursday

Miami School Board meets Thursday at 6:30pm in the Miami High School Library. Among other things, they’ll consider Intergovernmental Agreements with Gila Community College and and Cobre Valley Institute of Technology.

Miami Wastewater Advisory Board Meets Thursday

The Town of Miami Wastewater Advisory Board meets Thursday at 4:pm in the Miami Town Council Chambers.

Boys & Girls Club Christmas Yard Sale

The Boys and Girls Club is holding a Yard sale from 8:am until 5:pm Monday through Friday until Christmas. You can get good deals on Christmas ornaments, tree stands, wrapping paper, bows and more.

The Yard sale is being held at the Arizona Youth Partnership office at 143 S. Broad Street.

Toy Run December 4

The Loner’s Motorcycle Club will have their 30th annual Toy Run on Saturday, December 4. They will meet across from the Bullion Plaza and leave at noon, ending up at the American Legion in Globe. The fee is $10 a person or a toy of equal value, plus 2 cans of food for the community food bank.

There will be food and drinks at the American Legion, live entertainment, an auction and 50/50 raffle. Proceeds will benefit the children of Globe, Miami and Claypool.

Globe School Board Meets Tonight

Globe School Board meets tonight (Wednesday) at 6:00 at the Mofford Activity Center. The Board will adopt a resolution authorizing an application for American Recovery and Reinvestment Act funds. They will also consider an Intergovernmental Agreement with Cobre Valley Institute of Technology.

Police Log

Local Fire Departments responded to a vehicle fire at Highway 60 and Pinto Valley. The fire was contained with no injuries.

Nobody was hurt in a minor two vehicle accident yesterday afternoon at Broad and Cedar Streets.

Gila County Narcotic Task Force Criminal Interdiction Unit arrested 36 year old Eric Cooper of Nashville, Tennessee after a traffic stop. He was charged with possession of marijuana for sale and transportation of marijuana for sale. 62 pounds of marijuana was found in the vehicle with a street value of $46,000.

The Gila County Sheriff’s Office arrested 64 year old Luis Mendival for disorderly conduct and domestic violence after a disturbance at a residence on Locomotive Drive.

39 year old Juan Moreno was arrested yesterday for driving with a suspended license.

The Sheriff’s Office School Resource Sergeant took an aggravated assault report at Charles Bejarano School.

A theft report was taken at a residence in Ice House Canyon.

A Globe Police officer cited and released 36 year old Dana Page for driving under the influence of drugs.

36 year old Shellie Ortiz was arrested in connection with a theft of services report taken on Monday.

39 year old Andrew Martin was arrested for shoplifting at the Hill Street Safeway.

Obituary

Beth Craft passed away Saturday at Copper Mountain Inn. She was 98.She is survived by her daughters Betty Rose and Gayle Owensby; her sons Richard and Edward Eisele; 2 step children, including Karen Noppenberg of Claypool; her brother; 13 grand children and 33 great grandchildren.
Visitation for Beth Craft will be Friday at 9:30am at Central Heights Baptist Church. The funeral is at 10:00.

AAA Predicts Record Thanksgiving Travel

AAA predicts a record number of travelers over the Thanksgiving weekend. The auto club says more than 850,000 Arizonans will travel 50 or more miles from home, an increase of 11% over last year.

Nationwide, more than 42 million Americans will travel during the holiday weekend.

Even though gasoline prices have risen, 92.5% of Arizona travelers will drive rather than fly.

Medicare Enrollment Event at Globe Senior Center

Globe Senior Center is hosting a Medicare Enrollmnt event tomorrow (Thursday) starting at 9:am. It will help you with your Medicare coverage choices, including prescriptions.

Then at 11:00 the Crossing Hospice will present information about hypertension and take your blood pressure.

If you attend the workshops, lunch is free. Please make a reservation in advance by calling 425-9030.

Police Log

Last night Globe Police received a report of a man assaulting two teenage girls in the area of Mesquite and Broad Streets. 33 year old Adam Contreras was contacted in the area of Broad and Oak and arrested for aggravated assault.

Yesterday morning an officer took a theft of services report in the area of Globe Street. A motor home was hooked directly to an APS pole. APS was notified and the owner will be cited. Later in the day, Globe Police received reports of two other addresses receiving power illegally. Those residents will also be cited.

The Gila County Sheriff’s Office is investigating a report of money and medication missing from a residence on Main Street; a theft at a residence on Morrow Avenue; and a burglary at a residence on Remington Drive.

Obituary

Former Globe resident Josephine R. Rowe passed away Friday. She was 82. She is survived by 2 sons and 2 grandchildren.
The funeral for Jsephine Rowe will be Saturday at 1:pm at Holy Angels Catholic Church.

Medicare Open Enrollment Begins Today

The Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services is encouraging all Medicare beneficiaries to take advantage of the annual Open Enrollment Period to make sure you have the best coverage available to meet your needs in 2011.

The Medicare Open Enrollment Period begins today (November 15) and continues through December 31. Duing this period, current or newly eligible Medicare beneficiaries can compare health and drug plan options available in your area and choose the best coverage that meets your needs.

To find out more about coverage options call 1-800-MEDICARE or visit www.medicare.gov.

Supervisors Meet Tuesday

Gila County Board of Supervisors meets Tuesday morning at 10:00. New Central Arizona Association of Governments Executive Director Brian Tapp will present an overview of CAAG activities.

The Supervisors will canvass the November 2 election results and declare the results official.

They’ll consider an Intergovernmental Agreement with the Arizona Game and Fish Commission to provide law enforcement and boating safety on Roosevelt Lake.

The Supervisors will also consider an Intergovernmental Agreement with the Arizona Department of Economic Security to provide child support service in Gila County for federal fiscal years 2011-2015.

Blood Drive November 27

Pinal Mountain Elks Lodge will sponsor a community blood drive one week from Saturday on November 27. It will be at the Elks Lodge starting at 8:30am. Walk ins are welcome.

United Blood Services reminds all donors to get hydrated the day before the drive.

Please bring a photo ID. There will be free cholesterol testing with each donation.

You can schedule an appointment by calling Kevin Kenney at 928-793-4832. Or visit www.Bloodhero.com. The sponsor code is elks2809.

Police Log

Two people were flown to Valley hospitals yesterday morning after a one vehicle rollover on Highway 60.

One person was taken to the hospital Saturday night after a two vehicle accident on Broad Street at Bailey.

One car was towed after a two vehicle accident at Kaiser Crossing.

Nobody was hurt in an accident Saturday morning on East Skyline. One driver was arrested and released for driving with a suspended license.

There was an accident Friday morning involving a vehicle and a motorcycle. The motorcycle driver was flown to a Phoenix hospital for treatment.

Globe Police arrested 32 year old Daniel Reyes yesterday on an outstanding warrant after a domestic dispute on Rose Lane.

27 year old Jacqueline Patten of Whiteriver was arrested for domestic violence/assault Saturday night after a domestic dispute at the El Rancho Motel.

27 year old Timothy Bead was arrested for domestic violence/disorderly conduct after a disturbance at Globe Mobile Home Park.

40 year old Albert Anzaldua was arrested Saturtday night for disorderly conduct at a business on East Ash Street.

Globe Police arrested 37 year old Sasha Stroud early Saturday morning for DUI.

Three Globe High School students were arrested Friday morning on one or more of the charges of possession of prescription drugs, use of marijuana and possession of drug paraphernalia.

21 year old Patrick Taraba was arrested Friday night at a traffic stop for possession of marijuana and drug paraphernalia.

A juvenile was arrested for shoplifting Saturday at Beall’s Outlet.

One person was taken to Cobre Valley Regional Medical Center Saturday afternoon after a domestic disturbance in the area of Sunrise Mobile Home Park. The Gila County Sheriff’s Office cited and released 23 year old Erin Sanders for domestic violence and disorderly conduct.

20 year old Grace White was issued three citations in connection with a hit and run accident that occurred Friday morning.

Three separate convenience store clerks were cited and released Saturday for selling tobacco to minors. They were 19 year old Ashley Roberts, 48 year old Joe Cruz and 21 year old Paula Jackson.

21 year old Jeremy Castillo was arrested at a traffic stop for failure to appear on a charge of driving with a suspended license.

49 year old Phillip Chambers of Globe was arrested at Holiday Hills Mobile Home Park on a Texas warrant.

The Gila County Sheriff’s Office is investigating a hit and run accident that occurred on Old Oak; a report of a theft at Pinal Mountain Apartments; and a report of criminal damage on McKinney Street.

Globe Police are investigating a burglary at Cecil Trucking and damage to several mailboxes in the area of Country Club Annex.

Obituary

Longtime Globe-Miami radio personality and station operator Eugene Arthur Pearsall passed away Thursday at Canyon Assisted Living Home. He was 80. He is survived by his wife Patricia; his sons Edward and William Pearsall; his brother; 6 grandchildren; and one great grandchild.
Visitation for “Gene” Pearsall will be Thursday at 1:pm at Holy Angels Catholic Church. Rosary is at 1:30 and Mass is at 2:00.

Movie Auditions

Auditions for the film “Catfish Dinner” will be held Monday and Tuesday at the Cobre Valley Center for the Arts. Actresses are needed from ages 60 to 8 years old, as well as male and female extras. The auditions will be from 10:am until 4:30pm.

Globe Council Meets Monday

Globe City Council meets Monday at 6:pm. They’ll consider approving an Intergovernmental Agreement with the Tri City Fire District concerning the regional fire training center.

There will be a presentation about the new library design. Also the introduction to new dispatcher Judy Gregorich and Animal Control Officer Nick Campagna.

Longtime Globe-Miami Radio Personality Gene Pearsall Dies

KIKO is sad to learn that longtime local radio personality and station operator Gene Pearsall has passed away.

Gene was the owner and operator of KJAA for many years and more recently a host on KRDE. Gene also worked for KIKO.

Gene left this area for awhile and I had the opportunity to work with him at KCKY in Coolidge when it was a popular country station. This was around 1979-80. Gene was the morning DJ and I was the midday host. I remember him as being fun to work with and very professional. He got on my case a couple of times for coming in at the last minute. That's OK, I deserved it.

I almost went to work for Gene at KJ in 1995 but I ended up at KRXS briefly and then KIKO.

Funeral arrangements for Gene Pearsall are pending.

Elks Hoop Shoot is Saturday

The Pinal Mountain Elks Lodge Hoop Shoot will be held tomorrow (Saturday) from 9 until noon in the Lee Kornegay gym.

E-Waste Event Coming to Kearny

The Arizona Department of Environmental Quality has scheduled a free electronics waste recycling event in Kearny tomorrow (Saturday. It will be in the Ray School District parking lot from 8:am until 1:pm.

The event is co-sponsored with the towns of Kearny and Hayden, ASARCO and the Ray School District. They expect to collect tons of unwanted televisions, computer equipment, monitors, batteries, chargers, cell phones, VCR’s, CD and DVD players, printers, small appliances, fax machines, stereos, cables and cords during the event.

ADEQ has sponsored 24 events since August 2009 and collected more than 500,000 pounds from nearly 3,800 vehicles attending the e-waste events.

AZ Gas Prices Remain Stable

Gasoline prices are slowly rising across the country but are remaining stable in Arizona. The latest statewide average for a gallon of unleaded regular is a little less than $2.76 a gallon. The nationwide average is about $2.865, an increase of nearly six cents. Here in Globe-Miami, prices are around $2.73 a gallon.

Globe Senior Center: Rummage Sale and Free Legal Assistance

The Globe Senior Center is having a Rummage Sale this morning (Friday) at 9:00.

Starting today, the Globe Senior Center will offer free legal assistance for seniors every Friday at 10:am.

Police Log

Miami Police arrested 28 year old Broderick Secody yesterday for disorderly conduct/domestic violence.

Globe Police and EMS were dispatched to the Seventh Street Circle K late last night after a call about a man having chest pains. 46 year old Robert Holy was taken to Cobre Valley Regional Medical Center. A records check showed that Holy had an outstanding warrant. He was arrested and booked after he left the hospital.

Globe Police are investigating a report of credit card theft and an ongoing criminal damage problem at an address on Hunter Drive.

Obituaries

Sandra Kay Bray passed away Saturday in Bullhwead City. She was 62. She is survived by 2 children; 6 step children; her brother; 2 sisters; and numerous grandchildren and great grandchildren.
The funeral for Sandra Kay Bray will be Saturday, November 20 at LaMont Mortuary.

Edwin Wallace Powell passed away Tuesday at his home in Globe. He was 64. He is survived by his wife Judith and his sister Izora Van Der Voort.
A Memorial Service for Edwin Powell will be announced later.
The family suggests that memorials be sent to the American Cancer Society or your favorite charity.

Local Transit Faces Funding Cuts

Local transportation services—like just about everything else that actually helps people—are facing possible funding cuts. You can help by telling the Arizona Transit Association about your experiences using public transportation services such as Cobre Valley Community Transit.

Go to the “Tell Your Transit Story” survey at www.AzTA.org. They will put some of the stories on the website to help elected officials and the public understand the critical role that transit plays in the lives of Arizonans.

Portion of SR 88 Will Close for Repairs

The Arizona Department of Transportation will close a four-mile segment of State Route 88—the Apache Trail—for two months beginning Monday (November 15). The closure is near Fish Creek Hill. It will provide a safe work zone for repairs to retaining walls and sections of the roadway.

Roosevelt Lake and Apache Lake are accessible by State Route 188. Canyon Lake and recreation facilities are still accessible by State Route 88 and so is Lost Dutchman State Park.

Stay up to date with the latest highway conditions by dialing 5-1-1, or go to www.az511.gov.

Information about the Arzche Trail repairs project is available at www.azdot.gov/sr88_apache_trail_repairs.

Salvation Army Red Kettle Campaign

The local Salvation Army Red Kettle Campaign begins on November 20 and continues until Christmas Eve. The hours are 10:am until 6:pm. The program helps the Salvation Army provide Christmas food and toys to families in the Globe-Miami-Claypool and San Carlos area.

Salvation Army Christmas kettles will be at both Safeways, Walmart, Fry’s and Basha’s.

As of today (November 11), 130 families have applied for assistance, with more to come. If you’d like to Adopt-a-Family through the Salvation Army, call 425-4011.

Miami Garbage Pickup Holiday Changes

Miami has made some holiday changes to its garbage pickup schedule. The pickup scheduled for today (Thursday) has been moved to tomorrow.

The pickup scheduled for Thanksgiving Day, November 25, has been moved up to Wednesday, November 24.

Police Log

There were a couple of injury accidents yesterday afternoon in Globe. The first occurred on Highway 60 at Hilltop. One driver was cited for failure to control her vehicle to avoid an accident. One patient was taken to Cobre Valley Regional Medical Center.

A pedestrian was struck by a car at East and Ash Streets. The driver was cited for failure to yield to a pedestrian. The pedestrian was taken to the hospital with unknown injuries.

Globe Police are investigating a report of credit card fraud at the Country Kitchen.

The Gila County Sheriff’s Office arrested 37 year old Dianna Cluster for theft at the Claypool Circle K.

32 year old Teresa Glover was arrested for animal cruelty.

Miami Veterans Day Events

The Town of Miami Veterans Day Parade starts this morning (Thursday) at 10:15. The parade will go from the Bullion Plaza Museum to Miami Memorial Park. The Veterans Day ceremony starts at 11:00. It will be followed by a concert and cookout in the park.

Obituaries

Edwin W. Powell passed away Tuesday evening at his home in Little Acres. He was 64. A Memorial Service will be announced.

Rosaria M. Martin of San Carlos passed away last week at Heritage Healthcare Center. She was 79. She is survived by 8 children.
The wake for Rosaria Martin is today (Thursday) at 4:pm at the Martin residence. The funeral is tomrrow (Friday) at 1:pm at World Evangelism Revival Church.

GCC Board Member Resigns from Legislative Task Force

A Gila Community College Governing Board member has resigned from the legislative task force that was formed to look for ways to make the college independent. Tom Loeffler told the Payson Roundup that “pettiness and politics” prompted him to resign.

The college Governing Board recently decided not to approve a resolution supporting the task force’s goal of seeking independence from Eastern Arizona College. All three of the board members from southern Gila County said they didn’t have enough information about proposed legislation to change the financial thresholds keeping Gila County from operating an independent college. Loeffler and the other board member from northern Gila County voted in favor of the resolution.

State Senator Sylvia Allen says she will appoint a new task force member from the Payson area. She says she is still committed to pursuing Gila Community College independence.

Police Log

One person was flown out for medical evaluation after an accident yesterday afternoon at Second and Cedar Streets. One vehicle was towed from the scene.

A Globe Police officer was dispatched to Highway 60 near J & S Towing after a call about a man lying on the side of the roadway. 41 year old Elvis Kinney was contacted. After a records check, Kinney was arrested on two outstanding warrants.

About 11:00 last night an officer contacted 3 people in the area behind Globe High school. A 16 year old juvenile was refferred to juvenile probation. 18 year old Ernest Victor was arrested for underage consumption. 18 year old Jonathan Ramirez was charged with underage consumption and false reporting to law enforcemnent.

Graham County Sheriff’s Office arrested 46 year old Katherine Riggan of Globe on a warrant for disorderly conduct and fighting.

The Gila County Sheriff’s Office is investigating criminal damage to a vehicle and to the lawn at a residence on Broadway, and animal cruelty that occurred in the creek on Railroad Avenue.

Globe Police are investigating burglary from an auto on North Fourth Street and criminal damage at a residence on Crestwood Drive.

Food and Plant Demonstrations

The Tonto Ranger District will present a demonstration of “Foods of the Superstitions” and “Plants of the Sonoran Desert” on Saturday and Sunday, November 20 and 21. The presentations will be from 10:am until 4:pm at the Roosevelt Lake Visitor Center, hosted by authors Don Wells and Jean Groen.

'Finding Your Ancestors'

Tomorrow’s Second Wednesday event is a program on how to use the Internet to find information about your relatives and ancestors. The program is free. It starts at 7:00 at the Bullion Plaza Cultural Center and Museum.

Watchdog Group Wants State to Void Prison Contract

The Arizona office of the American Friends Service Committee is asking state leaders to cancel a contract for 5,000 private prison beds. They also want the Arizona Attorney General’s Office and Secretary of State’s Office to investigate the private prison industry’s campaign contributions to push legislation that increases incarceration rates.

The group says it is simply asking for basic transparency for an industry that makes money from putting people in jail.

ACJC Publishes 2010 Arizona Youth Survey

The Arizona Criminal Justice Commission has just published its 2010 Arizona Youth Survey. Their findings show that bullying and dating violence have reached levels of concern. There were decreases in drug use in more than half of the substances measured. But there were increases in the reported use of marijuana, heroin, ecstacy, sedatives, over the counter drugs and chewing tobacco.

Overall results indicate a slight increase in some substance use and a slight decrease in other areas of substance use since the last Arizona Youth Survey in 2006.

GCC Offers Sign Language Course

Gila Community College is offering Beginning American Sign Language 1 this spring at the Gila Pueblo Campus. The class will be held on Tuesdays and Thursdays from 5 to 7:20pm with lab time from 4 to 4:50. The class begins on January 12.

Current students can enroll online at www.gilaccc.org. Others can enroll at the Gila Pueblo Campus in Globe from 8:am until 5:pm.

Miami Still Accepting Parade Entries

The Town of Miami is still accepting enteries for the Veterans Day Parade on Thursday. As of Monday there were 15 entries and they hope to double that by Wednesday at 5:pm.

Check in time for the parade is 9:30am Thursday and the parade starts at 10:15. The ceremony begins at 11:00, followed by a cookout and music in the park.

Entry forms are available at Miami Town Hall.

ADOT Patching Potholes on Gila River Bridge

The Arizona Department of Transportation is patching potholes on the SR 79 Gila River bridge today starting at 9:00. The road work is expected to take four to six hours. One lane of traffic will remain open at all times.

Police Log

Yesterday Globe Police conducted a followup investigation on a burglary report taken on November 1. 19 year old Aubrey Moran was charged with burglary and trafficking in stolen property. 19 year old Steven Gerardo was charged with burglary.

Shortly before midnight an officer conducted a traffic stop. It was determined that a woman in the car had been assaulted by her husband. 30 year old Joseph Duperron was arrested for domestic violence/assault.

Officers are investigating a theft from an auto at an address on East Bailey Street.

The Gila County Sheriff’s Office arrested 64 year old Luis Mendivil for disorderly conduct and domestic violence.

Gila Probation arrested 38 year old Augustine Calvillo on a child support warrant.

A deputy responded to a report of a speeding vehicle that pulled into the Claypool Circle K. A check on the vehicle showed that it was reported stolen in Mesa. The suspect fled on foot.

Deputies are investigating a report of criminal damage to a residence on Wheatfield Road.

Obituary

Former Globe-Miami resident Manuel R. Lopez passed away October 29 at Banner Gardens Hospice House. He was 88.
Visitation for Manuel Lopez will be Saturday at 9:am at Our Lady of the Blessed Sacrament Church. Rosary is at 9:30 and Mass is at 10:00.

New and Redesigned Specialty License Plates

The Arizona Department of Transportation announces that there are several new and redesigned specialty license plates available. These include the redesigned Arizona State University collegiate plate introduced by the ASU Allumni Association during homecoming weekend.

Other recently redesigned specialty plates include Northern Arizona University, Families For Fallen Police Officers and Arizona Sportsman for Wildlife Conservation.

New specialty plates include those for Arizona Agriculture, Masonic Fraternity, Arizona Cardinals, Phoenix Suns and Arizona Highways Magazine.

In addition to regular vehicle registration fees, specialty plates cost an additional $25-with $17 of that going to the sponsoring organization.

To view available specialty plates or to place an order, go to any ADOT Motor Vehicle Division office or visit www.ServiceArizona.com.

Globe-Miami Times: Local EDC Board Hears from Citizens Opposed

From Globe-Miami Times News 'n' Views by Linda Gross:

Jim Moss, who heads up Globe Citizens Opposed to a Private Prison, gave a ten minute presentation on Thursday to the Southern Gila County Economic Development Board who were instrumental in bringing the project to Globe. Although the State has temporarily pulled the RFP (Request for Proposal) on building more prisons by partnering with the private prison industry, the move is simply to allow them to re-write the RFP to include greater security standards. It is expected the project will be back on the table – soon.

Jim Moss, with Citizens Opposed to a Private Prison, addressed the EDC at this month's Board meeting.

The talk was meant to be informational and provide the EDC Board with a greater understanding of the the group's efforts which have included a 3 month petition drive which has gathered over 2000 signatures and a more targeted post card mailing which reaches registered voters and allows them to write a brief comment on why they oppose this issue.

Read the entire article with excerpts from the presentation here.