Friday, December 30, 2011

2011 Pump Prices

As the end of 2011 draws near, gasoline prices remain at a multi-month low, but still higher than they were at this time last year.

AAA Arizona says that today’s statewide average price is a little more than $3.17 a gallon. That’s an increase of 2 cents from last week. The nationwide average increased 3.8 cents to a little more than $3.25 a gallon. Here in Globe-Miami the average price is around $3.16.

Arizona’s average fuel price for the year is a lttle more than $3.38. This is nearly 63 cents more than the 2010 statewide average.

The highest fuel price of the year was around $3.76, which occurred on May 11. This is 84 cents more than the state’s 2010 high fuel price.

Arizona’s lowest avaerage fuel price of the year was $2.905, which occurred on January 3. This is 30 cents more than the state’s 2010 low fuel price.

Upcoming Events at Globe Active Adult Center

Globe Active Adult Center has free Gila Community College classes like quilting, exercise, ceramics and crafts. Sign up at the college. Call 425-8481 for information.

Pinal-Gila Council Benefits Counselor Bess Bennett is at the Globe Active Adult Center on Mondays and Tuesdays from 8:am until noon to help with Medicare and Social Security questions.

On Friday, January 6, Globe Active Adult Center will show the movie “Secondhand Lions” with Robert Duval and Michael Caine. It starts at 12:30.

And on Tuesday, January 10 at 10:30, a representative from Heritage HealthCare will be there to check blood pressures.

Globe Active Adult Center will be closed Monday, January 2 for New Year’s Day.

Police Log

Gila County Sheriff’s Office arrested 51 year old Raymond LaRue for aggravated assault/domestic violence.

Deputies are investigating a report of a domestic incident on Morrow Avenue; an assault report taken at the Cobre Valley Regional Medical Center Emergency Room; and a theft of an automobile in the area of Wheatfields Road.

Globe Police are investigating a burglary at a residence on Bancroft.

Obituary

Greta Small of Cutter passed away December 24 in Mesa. She was 73. She is survived by her sister Gloria Dillon; 9 grandchildren and 1 great grandchild.
The wake is today (Friday) at the Greta Small residence. The funeral is tomorrow (Saturday) at 1st Miracle Church.

Thursday, December 29, 2011

Low Cost Spay/Neuter Clinic

High Desert Humane Society and Central Arizona Animal Rescue will have another low cost spay and neuter clinic on January 12.

You can register at Past Times Antiques on Tuesday through Thursday from noon until 5:pm.

A $20 deposit is required and you must be registered to take advantage of this clinic.

January Arts Shows at CVCA

Oil painting artist Barbara Kishbaugh will have a One Woman Show during the month of January in the Cobre Valley Center for the Arts Gallery.

An Opening Reception will be held on Saturday, January 7 from 11:am until 3:pm. Refreshments will be served.


Artist Frank Balaam will present his newest exhibition of oil on canvas paintings at the Cobre Valley Center for the Arts from January 2 through January 29. The exhibit is called “Ocean Light through the Trees.”

An informal reception will be held on January 21 from 10:am until 4:pm.

Police Log

Nobody was hurt in a two vehicle accident yesterday afternoon at Hill and Ash Streets. One driver was issued a citation.

Two people were arrested at the El Rey Motel after Globe Police responded to a 9-1-1 hang up call. 46 year old William Harden of San Manuel and 39 year old Kathleen Fildes of Nevada were arrested for disorderly conduct and booked into the Gila County Jail.

21 year old Jesse Leetham was arrested last night for DUI.

Officers are investigating a burglary at the bus barn on Fairview; a burglary at the old Globe Junior High School; and criminal damage at a residence on Blake Street.

Gila County Sheriff’s Office is investigating a theft from a vehicle on Railroad Avenue.

Wednesday, December 28, 2011

Obituary

A Memorial Service for “Jack” Thomas will be held Thursday at 2:pm at the Pinal Mountain Elks Lodge.

Arizona Minimum Wage Goes Up 30 cents

Arizonans who earn minimum wage will get a raise starting January 1.

The Industrial Commission of Arizona has raised the state’s hourly minimum wage by 30 cents to $7.65. The decision was based on a 3.8% increase in the federal Consumer Price Index.

A state minimum wage was established in 2006 that provided for an annual cost of living increase. The commission raised the minimum wage for 2011 by ten cents. There was no raise in 2010 because the cost of living fell in 2009.

New DUI Law Goes Into Effect January 1

A new law goes into effect on January 1 that eases Arizona’s tough DUI law for first time offenders.

Currently, DUI offenders must use a breathalyzer/ignition interlock device to start their cars for a full year. The new law cuts the first time penalty to six months. This does not apply to extreme DUI offenders or those who get into accidents or other trouble because of their drunk driving.

BTA Director to Speak at First Friday Program

Boyce Thompson Arboretum Director Mark Siegwarth will be the guest speaker at the January 6 First Friday program.

The presentation begins at 6:30pm at the Miami Memorial Library. Siegwarth will talk about the life and history of Colonel Boyce Thompson and the Arborertum he founded.

The First Friday series is sponsored by the Gila County Historical Museum and the Bullion Plaza Cultural Center and Museum. Light refreshments will be served following the presentation.

Police Log

Gila County Sheriff’s Office arrested 36 year old Jessica Lopez on a child support warrant.

Deputies are investigating a theft of a food stamp card in the Upper Pinal Creek area and a harassment report taken in the area of Four Star Mobile Home Park.

Globe Police are investigating a domestic violence report taken at the Gila County Courthouse; a burglary at a residence on Euclid; a theft report taken at Copper Country Mobile Home Park; and a theft report taken at a residence on East Mesquite.

Tuesday, December 27, 2011

Police Log

Gila County Sheriff’s Office arrested 3 people in connection with the theft of 2 work trucks, an ATV and other items at the Blue Bird mine. Deputies located one of the trucks driving down Russell Road. A deputy followed the truck to the Madera Peak area. 23 year old Jacob Napolitano was arrested for hit and run, driving with a suspended license, burglary, felony criminal damage, possession of stolen property, unlawful flight and theft of means of transportation. 29 year old Erlinda Ramirez was charged with theft of means of transportation, burglary and and possession of stolen property. The deputies then located 25 year old Enrique Gomez and charged him with burglary and possession of stolen property.

24 year old Jennifer Herrera was arrested yesterday on a failure to comply warrant for possession of drug paraphernalia.

Deputies arrested 22 year old Jason Tabor on a failure to comply warrant for disorderly conduct.

26 year old Steven Phillips was arrested on warrants for assault and shoplifting.

53 year old David Miller was arrested on a failure to appear warrant for aggravated DUI.

Two people were arrested late Friday night after a non-injury, single vehicle accident in the area of Arbor Avenue. 28 year old Noemi Garcia was charged with false reporting to law enforcement. 30 year old Candace Gibbs was arrested for false reporting and driving with a suspended license.

Deputies are investigating shoplifting at the Claypool Circle K; criminal damage in the area of Golden Hill; a hit and run accident in the area of Avenida de Ed Pastor; and a report of telephone harassment taken in the area of Old Oak.

On Sunday Globe Police arrested 2 people in connection with a hit and run accident that occurred on December 19. 31 year old Violet Shannon was arrested for leaving the scene of an accident. 33 year old Luv Estevane was charged with possesion of marijuana.

28 year old Tiffany Gates was arrested on Saturday for shoplifting at a business on Jesse Hayes Road.

24 year old Angel Bead was arrested on warrants for fraudulent schemes, theft of a credit card, fruadulent use of a credit card and driving with a suspended license.

Officers are investigating a burglary at Copper Country Mobile Home Park; a burglary at a residence on Bankers; a burglary from a vehicle on Broad Street; criminal damage to a vehicle on East Street; criminal damage to vehicles in the area of Euclid Avenue; and a report of vandalism at a residence on West Ord Mountain Road.

Weekend Bank Robber Gets $10,000

A bank robber got away with more than $10,000 Saturday morning at Bank of the West on Highway 60.

Around 10:00, a man walked into the bank, left a package on the counter with blinking lights, and said it was a bomb. The man also displayed a handgun and demanded money.

After obtaining the money, the suspect left the bank, got on a bicycle and rode behind the bank to a location where he is believed to have been picked up in a vehicle.

The suspect is described as tall and thin, about 5’10’ to 6’ tall, with dark complexion. He was wearing a dark colored wig, sunglsses and a ball cap.

The bomb squad was called and determined that the device left behind was not a bomb. The man also left an air gun on the counter top.

The suspect is still at large and anyone with information is encouraged to contact Detective Sergeant Steve Shaw at the Globe Police Department at 425-5751. You may remain anonymous.

Obituary

Marion T. Campbell has passed away at the age of 82. She is survived by her husband Vernon; 2 sisters; 3 children; 8 grandchildren and 6 great grandchildren.
Visitation for Marian Campbell is today (Tuesday) from 12 until 1 at East Lawn Palms Mortuary in Tucson. The funeral is at 1:00.
A Memorial Service will be held in Globe on Saturday, January 14 at 1:00 at First Presbyterian Church.
Memorial donations may be made to the U of A Medical Center Foundation, designated to the Diamond Children’s Hospital Cancer Unit.

Send donations in Marian Campbell's name to:
U of A Medical Center
Diamond Children
655 East River Road
Tucson, Arizona 85704
(Make checks payable to UMC Foundation. Then put note on Memo Line to designate Child Life Cancer Patients)

Friday, December 23, 2011

Merry Christmas!

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Police Log

Gila County Highway Interdiction Unit arrested two people at a traffic stop yesterday. 21 year old Dixie Williams was charged with driving with a suspended license and possession of drug paraphernalia. 37 year old Stephen Gerardo was arrested on warrannts for fraudulent schemes, theft of a credit card, fraudulent use of a credit card and false reporting to law enforcement.

Sheriff’s deputies responded to a report of a man assaulting a group of juveniles with a firearm in the area of Maple Leaf and Railroad Avenue. It turned out to be a pellet gun. No one was injured. Milton Bigley was arrested and booked into the Gila County Jail.

41 year old Pedro Garcia was arrested on a child support warrant.

Deputies are investigating a report of a parked car hit by a vehicle at a residence on Central and illegal dumping in the creek area near Hospital Drive.

Globe Police arrested 46 year old Julio Velasquez on a failure to appear warrant for burglary.

Officers are investigating a report of a fight at Two Lanes, a report of theft of services at a business on US 60, an attempted burglary at a residence on Linda Vista, and a fraud report taken at a residence on Sunset

Chains Recommended on US 60 to Show Low

US 60 between Globe and Show Low was closed briefly last night because of snow. The highway is now open but the Department of Public Safety is recommending chains or four wheel drive.

Thursday, December 22, 2011

Christmas Eve Services

Divine Grace Presbyterian Church invites everyone to a Christmas Eve Carols and Candles Service Saturday night at 6:pm. Miami native Valerie De La Torre from California will lead the service.
Hot chocolate and goodies will be served following the informal service which will be held in the Fellowship Hall

A Christmas Eve candlelight service will be held at 7:pm Saturday at River of Life Church.

St. Paul’s United Methodist Church and St. Paul’s Lutheran Church will also have Christmas Eve services

Christmas Caroling Trolley Night in Miami

The Pride in Miami project will announce the “best dressed” commercial building and the 1st, 2nd and 3rd “best dressed” homes at the Christmas Caroling Trolley Night. The event starts at 8:pm Friday at Miami Memorial Park.

Live Music at Miami Senior Center

The Town of Miami and the Miami Senior Center invite the Globe-Miami community to the Miami Senior Center on Friday to listen to live music by Jose Sanchez and the Blue Diamond Band.

A hot turkey lunch will be served at 12:00 following the music.

Miami to Hold Second Public Hearing on Home Rule Option Monday Night

The Town of Miami will hold the second public hearing on the home rule option Monday night at 6:30pm.

Following the public hearing, the Town Council may vote to approve the proposed alternative expenditure limitation and submit the issue to Miami voters at the May 15 general election.

Globe Library to be Closed During Holiday Weekends

The Globe Public Library will be closed Saturday through Monday for the Christmas holiday. They will reopen on Tuesday at 9:am.

The llibrary will also be closed Saturday, December 31 through January 2.

Arizona Tentative Redistricting Maps Posted Online

The Arizona Independent Redistricting Commission has posted the tentative congressional and legisltaive district maps on their website at azredistricting.org.

The panel adopted the maps this week pending analysis by legal counsel and voting rights consultants. The panel will have to vote on the maps again after receiving the analyses. Then the commission’s lawyers and staff will have to prepare the state’s submission to the Department of Justice for its approval.

Holiday DUI Arrests Drop 25% in Three Years

The Governor’s Office of Highway Safety says drunk driving arrests during holidays have dropped more than 25% in the past three years.

Around 2,300 people were arrested for driving drunk in Arizona between November 24 and this Wednesday. There were more than 3,100 arrests by holiday DUI task force officers during the same period in 2009.

The total number of traffic stops conducted by task force officers dropped by 26%.

Police Log

Gila County Sheriff’s Deputies responded to the area of Globe Street and Old Oak in Claypool for a report of a car parked in the middle of the road with the driver passed out. 20 year old Amanda Pearsall was arrested for DUI and the car was towed.

Deputies are investigating a report of an assault and a report of sexual misconduct at Miami High School, and damage to vehicles on Old Oak and Grover Canyon

Wednesday, December 21, 2011

Roadside Rescues to Increase 6 Percent During Holidays

AAA Arizona says one in three people in our state will take to the roadways during the year-end holidays. AAA predicts that it will come to the aid of 12,800 motorists between December 23 and January 2. That’s an increase of 6% over the same period last year.

The auto club projects that it will tow nearly 5,000 vehicles, jump start more than 3,300 cars, retrieve more than 2,100 sets of keys locked inside vehicles, fix more than 1,800 tires and deliver fuel to more than 250 stranded motorists.

The club encourages motorists to make a check list before leaving on a holiday road trip. This includes checking tires, battery, belts and hoses.

Judge Upholds Prison Visitor Fee

A Maricopa County Superior Court judge has upheld the $25 background fee the state charges people visiting inmates in Arizona prisons.

The judge ruled that the fee is not a tax, as claimed by the inmate-advocacy group that filed the suit earlier this year.

The Arizona Republic reports that Middle Ground Prison Reform says it plans to appeal the ruling. They say the fee is unconstitutional because it doesn’t pay for background checks but for prison repairs.

No Highway Construction Closures Over Holiday Weekends

The Arizona Department of Transportation says there will be no state highway construction closures over the Christmas and New Year’s weekends.

ADOT is still advising drivers to be prepared for existing work zones and possible increased traffic before and at the end of each holiday weekend.

ADOT has several ways to stay up to date on highway conditions. The Travel Information site is www.az511.gov. Or you can dial 5-1-1 on your telephone. Updates are also provided on Twitter and you can sign up for e-mail alerts at www.azdot.gov.

Water Will Be Turned Off Thursday in Six Shooter Canyon

The City of Globe will turn off the water tomorrow (Thursday) in the Six Shooter Canyon area at 8:am until about 3:pm.

The Water Department will be replacing a main water valve on Marlin Drive.

Police Log

Miami Police answered a call about a stolen vehicle from Adonis Avenue. It was discovered that a Sheriff’s deputy had stopped the vehicle and arrested the driver for DUI. 20 year old Amanda Pearsall was also charged for the theft of the vehicle.

Globe Police arrested 29 year old Robert Magana for two outstanding warrants, resisting arrest, escape and criminal trespass.

Officers are investigating a burglary at a residence on North Bancroft and a theft at an address on East Skyline.

Gila County Sheriff’s Office is investigating a burglary from several storage units at Triple Nichol Storage; theft of mail at a residence on Glendale; and a report of a rock thrown through a window at a residence on Grover Canyon.

Tuesday, December 20, 2011

CableOne Service Interruptions on Wednesday

CableOne announces that there may be intermittent interruptions in Internet and phone services in Globe tomorrow (Wednesday) between 8:am and 6:pm.

Salt River Project will be performing repair work on the fiber optic cables.

Tonto National Forest Offices Closed on December 26 and January 2

The Tonto National Forest Supervisor’s office in Phoenix and the six district administrative offices will be closed on Monday, December 26 and Monday, January 2. This includes the Globe Ranger District office.

Police Log

An accident yesterday afternoon at Kaiser Crossing resulted in minor injuries. A 17 year old juvenile was cited for failure to control a vehicle to avoid an accident.

Three people were arrested last night after a domestic dispute at a residence on Vista Circle. 72 year old Verdell Hamlet was charged with domestic violence/assault. 23 year old Kyle Hamlet and 18 year old Maria Robles were arrested for disorderly conduct.

An officer was dispatched to the Hill Street Safeway after a call about a man who was passed out on a nearby bench. The man became combative and was taken into custody. 23 year old Derwin Brown was charged with aggravated assault on a law enforcement officer.

31 year old Yvonne Hernandez turned herself in for a theft that occurred in November.

Officers are investigating a burglary at an address on Apache Street.

Mesa Police arrested 43 year old Valera Misura of Globe on a failure to comply warrant for possession of drug paraphernalia.

A Gila County Sheriff’s Deputy served inmate Lawrence Gamboa of Globe a Maricopa County warrant for possession of dangerous drugs.

A 17 year old juvenile was referred for burglary and conspiracy.

A deputy took a theft report at a residence on Broadway.

Obituary

Mary Edna Gray of Miami passed away Saturday at Copper Mountain Inn. She was 94. She is survived by her son Wayne; her sister; and 3 grandchildren.
A graveside service for Edna Gray will be held today (Tuesday) at 1:pm at Globe Cemetery.

Monday, December 19, 2011

Globe Lions Collecting Winter Clothes and Blankets for the Needy

The Globe Lions are collecting winter coats, jackets, blankets, hats, scarves and gloves to help those in need. You can drop them off at the designated boxes at Fry’s and Safeway, and at the Globe-Miami Chamber of Commerce.

'You and Your Medicines' at Globe Active Adult Center

Carol Wilson from Pinal-Gila Council for Seniors will give a presentation Tuesday at the Globe Active Adult Center at 11:am. Find out about the side effects of your prescriptions and how they interact with other medications.

Globe Active Adult Center Needs Used Laptops and Printers

Globe Active Adult Center needs gently used, working wireless accessiblelaptops and printers. If you have one or the other, or both, please bring it to the Center by December 30.

For more information call 425-9030.

Supervisors Meet Tuesday

Gila County Board of Supervisors meets Tuesday at 10:am at the Gila County Courthouse.

Nominations Being Accepted for Citizen of the Year

Nomination letters for 2011 Citizen of the Year are being accepted at the Globe-Miami Chamber of Commerce. The deadline for nominations is 5:pm on Friday, January 20.

The winner will be announced at a dinner at the Dream Manor Inn on Friday, January 27.

Nominees should demonstrate a record of strong community service in a variety of areas.

Police Log

About 1:00 this morning Globe Police responded to a single vehicle accident on Haskins Road. When the officers arrived they found the vehicle abandoned. Two people are believed to have fled the area on foot. The case is pending further investigation.

Nobody was hurt in an accident Friday afternoon on US 70. One driver was cited for failure to control a vehicle to avoid an accident.

Miami Police arrested 22 year old Vinson Barcon for disorderly conduct, assault and DUI.

Globe Police arrested 3 people last night after a disturbance on Blake Street. 39 year old Carl North, 19 year old Desiree Robles and 29 year old Tina Lopez were charged with disorderly conduct.

44 year old Rethema Long and 29 year old Anna May were arrested last night for shoplifting at Fry’s.

46 year old Joseph Root was arrested yesterday for shoplifting at the Hill Street Safeway.

55 year old Yvonne Alvarado was arrested for DUI.

On Saturday 46 year old Darvin Kozie was arrested for criminal trespass at the Santee Circle K.

45 year old Charles Zamora was arrested for domestic assault and domestic violence after a disturbance at a residence on Walliman Road.

28 year old Cory Tober was charged with domestic violence/disorderly conduct after a disturbance at Copper Country Mobile Home Park.

Two people were arrested late Friday night at a residence on Mesquite Street. Desiree Valenzuela and Robert Magana had outstanding warrants and were placed in the back of a patrol car. Magana escaped and fled on foot. Officers were unable to locate him. Valenzuela was booked into the Gila County Jail.

Officers are investigating a burglary at a residence on Sutherland; a burglary at a residence on East Ash; and a theft at a business on US 70.

Mesa Police arrested 38 year old Gabriel Aguilar of Globe on a child support warrant.

Gila County Sheriff’s office arrested 54 year old Ronald Bates on a warrant for aggravated DUI.

Deputies are investigating a theft at a business on Highway 60; a theft at a residence on Locomotive Drive; a theft on Broadway; and a burglary at a residence on Walliman Road.

Obituary

Ruth E. Lowry of Central Heights passed away December 15 at Cobre Valley Regional Medical Center. She was 73. She is survived by 3 sons, including Sam Brown of Globe; her brothers John and Terry Smith; 2 sisters, including Diane Tarraba of Central Heights; 6 grandchildren and 2 great grandchildren.
Services for Ruth Lowry will be private.

Friday, December 16, 2011

Globe Council Meets Monday

Globe City Council meets Monday at 6:pm.A special presentation will recognize City retirees Leon Cons, Frank Renteria and Lynette Brandon.

There will also be a presentation by Resolution Copper and a request for a letter of support. And District Engineer Rod Lane will give an ADOT update.

The Council is expected to approve an Intergovernmental Agreement with the Arizona Department of Transportation for the pedestrian signal on Highway 60 at Globe High School.

Globe Recycling Rate 24%

A report from Right-Away Disposal says that more than 215 tons of garbage and recycling was collected in the City of Globe during November. Out of that, more than 51 tons of recyclable material was diverted from the landfill. This accounts for 24% of the total material collected. This is a savings of more than $2,000 in landfill costs.

Globe Police Chief Says Photo Enforcement is Working

Globe Police Chief Lee Kinnard says accident reports continue to show that Gllobe’s photo enforcement program reduces accidents as well as red light and speed violations.

In a press release, Kinnard compares data from May through November for the years 2005 through 2011. He says the information from Redflex shows that there has been a continued reduction in speed violations at fixed locations.

There was a slight increase in red light violations in the months of October and November, but the numbers are still lower than May through August of this year.

Chief Kinnard also says that a review of the video of an injury accident on December 1 helped determine the violator when there were no witnesses.

The press release includes data indicating that the photo enforcement program is not costing the City money and is in the black

Salvation Army Needs Bell Ringers

The Salvation Army needs volunteers to ring the bell this weekend at Walmart, Fry’s and both Safeway stores.

Call Audrey at 200-9919 to sign up.

Police Log

Nobody was hurt in an accident yesterday morning on US 60 near Main street.

Gila County Task Force arrested 23 year old Ambra Ruvalcava for fraudulent schemes, theft, and theft of a credit card; and a probation violation warrant for possession of narcotics. Globe Police charged Ruvalcava with forgery.

Gila County Task Force arrested 33 year old Chad Mastin on charges of fraudulent schemes, theft, theft of a credit card, forgery and harboring a fugitive.

Globe Police arrested 51 year old Allan Tolman on a failure to appear warrant for fraudulently obtaining utility service.

Obituaries

Kirk L. Steele passed away December 10 at his home in San Carlos. He was 23. He is survived by his parents Maynard and Sadie Steele.
The wake for Kirk Steele is today (Friday) at 4:pm at the Steele residence. The funeral is tomorrow (Saturday) at 1:pm at the Church of Jesus Christ in San Carlos.

Jesus Hernandez of Globe passed away Wednesday at Banner Gardens Hospice House in Mesa. He was 55. He is survived by his wife Gloria; 2 sons; his daughter; 4 brothers; 4 sisters; and 12 grandchildren.
Visitation for Jesus Hernandez is Monday at 9:am at Holy Angels Catholic Church. Rosary is at 9:30 and Mass is at 10:00.

Sylvia J. Almeyda of Miami passed away Thursday. She was 94. She is survived by 2 brothers, including Trinidad Hernandez of Miami; and 2 sisters, including Angelita Jimenez of Miami.
Visitation for Sylvia Almeyda will be Wednesday (December 21) at 9:am at Our Lady of the Blessed Sacrament Church. Rosary is at 9:30 and Mass is at 10:00.

John W. Thomas of Globe passed away Tuesday at St. Joseph’s Hospital in Phoenix. He was 79. He is survived by his wife Doris; two sons; his brother; 8 grandchildren and 8 great grandchildren.
A Memorial Service for “Jack” Johnson will be held Thursday, December 29 at 2:pm at the Pinal Mountain Elks Lodge.
Memorial donations may be made to Elks Charities.

Thursday, December 15, 2011

Besh Ba Gowah Festival of Lights

The Besh Ba Gowah 24th Annual Festival of Lights will take place this Sunday evening.

Sixteen hundred glowing luminarias will light the walls and walkways starting at dusk.
The evening includes cultural performers from the San Carlos Apache Reservation with flutist Robert Wilson. Local singing groups “The 40 Somethings” and the Diamonds will perform traditional and Spanish Christmas music in the auditorium.

Visitors can warm up around the bonfire at the center of the historic ruins. Hot cider, coffee, tea and cookies will be served.

Entertainmet begins about 5:30 and the Park will close at 9:00.

2nd Annual Christmas Give-Away

The 2nd Annual Christmas Give-Away takes place this Saturday from 9 until 2 at Holy Angels School. Fresh produce, household items, toys, children’s clothing and some adult clothing will be given away.

The Knights of Columbus will be serving free hot dogs and hamburgers while supplies last.

Moose Lodge Hosts 'Santa's Children's Christmas'

The Globe Moose Lodge will host Santa’s Annual Children’s Christmas on Saturday afternoon from 1 until 3 at the Lodge in Claypool.

This year there is an entry fee of one can or nonperishable food item to be donated to the local food banks.

Santa Will Be at Miami's 'Small Town Christmas'

Santa will be at the Small Town Christmas celebration at Miami Memorial Park on Saturday at 9:am. Bring a can of food for the Food Bank and have a picture taken with Santa and his helpers. There will be hot cocoa and free goodies.

Centennial Band Christmas Concert

The new Centennial Band will perform a Christmas concert Saturday at 6:30pm in the High Desert Middle School Auditorium. The band consists of musicians of all ages from both Globe and Miami.

Museum Presents 'First Christmas in Globe 1876'

The Gila County Historical Museum presents a special Christmas production tomorrow (Friday) and Saturday night in the St. Paul’s United Methodist Church Fellowship Hall.

Performances of “The First Christmas in Globe, Arizona 1876” begin at 7:pm.

Former Gila County Historical Museum Director Bill Haak and Bullion Plaza Museum Director Tom Foster will play Bill McNelly and Felix Knox, who are hosting a Christmas gathering at their saloon in early Globe.

There is no admission fee for the production which will be followed by light refreshments.

Gila County Unemployment Increased in October

Gila County’s unemployment rate rose in October The county’s rate rose from 9.8% in September to 10.1% in October. But the state’s unemployment rate fell slightly from 9.1% to 9%. That’s down from about 9.7% a year ago.

Nationally, the unemployment rate held steady at 9.1 percent. That's the first time in several months that Arizona’s rate has dropped below the national unemployment rate.

Gila County’s work force in October stayed pretty much the same at a little more than 23,000.

Police Log

One person was flown to a Phoenix hospital yesterday afternoon after being run over in the Barnett Delaney Perkins parking lot.

Nobody was hurt in a single vehicle accident on Pinal Creek. The car was towed and a report was taken.

Globe Police arrested 35 year old Troy Goodman on failure to comply warrants for disorderly conduct, threats and intimidation/telephone harassment/domestic violence.
42 year old Sheryl Robles was arrested on a child support warrant.

Officers are investigating a sexual assault report and a damage report taken at Globe High School.

Gila County Sheriff’s Office arrested 43 year old Thomas Henson on a child support warrant.

Obituaries

Raymond Steven Badilla of Claypool passed away Monday at Banner Baywood Medical Center. He was 75. He is survived by his wife Lupe; his children Anna Sanchez, and Mike, Phillip and John Badilla; his brother Rudy; 16 grandchildren and 21 great grandchildren.
Visitation for Raymond Badilla is Saturday at 9:am at Our Lady of the Blessed Sacrament Church. Rosary is at 9:30 and Mass is at 10:00.

Ruth Elizabeth Trumbo passed away December 9 at her home in San Carlos. She was 71. She is survived by her daughter Lizzie McIntosh; her son Eric Ramos; her brother; and 5 grandchildren.
The wake for Ruth Trumbo is Saturday at 4:pm at the McIntosh residence. The funeral is Sunday at World Evangelism Revival Center.

Wednesday, December 14, 2011

Miami Genesis Board Meets Thursday

The Miami Genesis Board meets Thursday at 6:00pm in the Miami Town Council Chambers.

In addition to a discussion of on-going Genesis projects, the Board will consider a Town of Miami Building Tour to coincide with the Home Tour in Globe.

Poll Says Arizonans Value Education But Are Critical of System

A poll by the Morrison Institute of Public Policy finds that Arizona voters support education but are critical of the educational system.

Arizonans consider education to be among the top three issues that the governor and Legislature need to address. Education was cited by 20% of the respondents, just behind immigration and jobs.

When asked to prioritize how state money should be spent, 51% rated K-12 education as very high and 40% high priority, a total of 91%.

But when asked how well Arizona public schools are doing, only 39% said the schools are doing a good job and 6% said an excellent job. A total of 41% said the schools are doing a poor or very poor job.

Arizona Ranks Near Bottom in Child Homelessness

A new report ranks Arizona near the bottom for child homelessness.

The National Center for Family Homelessness report examines the extent of child homelessness, risk for homelessness, child wellbeing and state policy and planning.

Arizona is in 47th place overall. It ranks last among the 50 states for risk for homelessness, based on economic factors. The study compares Arizona’s $7.25 minimum wage to the $17 an hour needed to rent a 2 bedroom apartment. 27% of Arizona households pay more than 50% of their income for rent. And the five-year average percentage of children in poverty is 21%.

Vermont is the top ranked state and Alabama is 50th overall.

Southwest Gas Rate Hike Approved

The Arizona Corporation Commission has approved a rate increase for Southwest Gas Corp. beginning January 1. A mechanism was also approved that allows the company to recover revenue lost from improved energy efficiency.

Azfamily.com reports that this will result in a 7.7% increase. That’s about $3.33 more a month for the average residential ratepayer. The monthly service charge remains at $10.70.

Your bill could either increase or decrease depending on the cost-recovery mechanism. But there will be a 5% limit on increases to the non-gas portion of your bill and no limit on possible decreases.

Police Log

Nobody was hurt when a car hit a rock in the roadway on Highway 60 just west of Miami.The continuous rain caused several rocks to roll onto the highway throughout the day but no other accidents were reported.

Last night Globe Police were dispatched to the Hill Street Safeway after a man pulled a gun on a customer and fled the scene. 25 year old Justin Shaffer was contacted at his residence in Four Star Mobile Home Park and charged with aggravated assault.

45 year old Cynthia Begay was arrested on a probation violation warrant for theft.

Officers are investigating a theft report taken at a business on Devereaux.

Gila County Sheriff’s Office arrested two people after a domestic disturbance at Sunrise Mobile Home Park. 31 year old Joshua David and 26 year old Okalena David were both charged with domestic violence/disorderly conduct and criminal damage.

Obituary

Longtime Globe resident Mary Jane White passed away December 11. She was 61. She is survived by her husband William; her parents; 4 children; 8 grandchildren and one great grandchild.
A Memorial Service for Mary White will be held Saturday at 10:am at Mariposa Gardens in Mesa.

Jack W. Thomas of Globe passed away Tuesday morning at St. Joseph's Hospital in Phoenix.
A Memorial Service at the Pinal Mountain Elks Lodge will be announced.

Tuesday, December 13, 2011

PMFHE Awards $8,500 in Scholarships



On Thursday, December 8th Pinal Mountain Foundation for Higher Education awarded $8,500 in scholarships to students attending Gila Community College at the Gila Pueblo and San Carlos Campuses.

These scholarship awards include self-directed scholarships from Freeport McMoRan, the Carrissa Barcon Memorial Fund, Shining Times Car Wash, the Native American Book Fund, and the Elder Quality of Life Nursing Program.


(Pictured from left to right, back row: John O’Donnell, PMFHE Vice President, scholarship recipients Corbin Olson, Adam Amado, Michelle Dickison, Dominque Hayes, Shannon Casillas, Tanisha Morales, and Lisa Kennedy, Brian Seppala, PMFHE Secretary, and Jerry McCreary, PMFHE President. Front row: scholarship recipients Lennette Cons, Bonnie Mikeworth, Mariah Kitcheyan, Catie Carnahan, Elizabeth Rodriquez, Rachel Stevens, and Caycie Madison, Fernando Shipley, Globe Mayor and PMFHE Member. Scholarship recipients not pictured: Lillie Vega, Jerry Ellison Jr., Crysten Hedges, Ashley Garcia, and Jessica Lopez.)

CVCA Film Club Presents 'White Christmas'

The Cobre Valley Center for the Arts Classic Film Club and Hollis Cinema are hosting a special holiday screening of “White Christmas,” with Bing Crosby, Danny Kaye and Rosemary Clooney. It will be Thursday at 6:30pm.

Tickets are available at the Cobre Valley Center for the Arts with a limited number available at the theater prior to showtime.

Ticket proceeds will benefit the Cobre Valley Center for the Arts Elevator Fund.

Southern Gila County Leadership Academy Begins January 17

The fourth annual Southern Gila County Leadership Academy begins January 17. Participants will learn the nuts and bolts of government, local community groups and non-profits during the 10 week course. Classes will be on Tuesday evenings in the Supervisors’ hearing room at the Gila County Courthouse. Some Saturday field trips are also planned.

The Globe-Miami Chamber of Commerce and Gila County are sponsors of the event, with several corporate sponsors. Tuition for the class is $100. Some scholarship aid is available.

If you are interested, contact the Chamber of Commerce at 425-4495 for an application form. You can also download the application from their website at www.globemiamichamber.com.

Miami Hardscrabble Series Presents 'Antique Radios'

Ron Hughes will give a presentatiion about the history of radio entertainment before the television era at the Miami Library tomorrow (Wednesday) at 6:30pm. It’s part of the Miami Hardscrabble series.

There is no charge and light refreshments will be served following the program.

Police Log

Miami Police arrested 49 year old Alfred Fuentes for disorderly conduct/domestic violence.

Globe Police arrested 37 year old Traci Wright yesterday on a child support warrant.

A car ran off the road in the Vertical Heights area early yesterday morning. No injuries were reported. A Gila County Sheriff’s Deputy took a report and the case is under investigation.

Obituary

Albert J. Thompson of San Carlos passed away December 9 at Trillium Specialty Hospital in Mesa. He was 50. He is survived by his wife Gloria; his daughter; his son; 2 brothers; and 2 grandchildren.
The wake for Albert Thompson is today (Tuesday) at 4:pm at the Agatha Thompson residence. The funeral is tomorrow at St. Charles Catholic Church in San Carlos.

Monday, December 12, 2011

Polish Company's Buy Out Bid Includes Carlota

The Polish government-owned mining company KGHM has made a bid to buy out Quadra FNX, including the Carlota copper mine in Miami. The reported price is $2.84 billion.

Last month Quadra FNX announced it will “wind down” production at Carlota because of higher costs and lower ore grades than expected.

Police Log

Nobody was hurt in an accident yesterday morning on Bankers Street.

There was a minor accident Saturday night at a business on Hill Street.

An injury accident occurred Friday night on North Broad Street. 23 year old Brandon Wright was arrested for driving with a suspended license.

Yesterday a Gila County Sheriff’s deputy cited and releasaed 29 year old Mathew Widner for driving with a suspended license.

42 year old Henry Perez was arrested yesterday for driving with a suspended license.

Deputies are investigating an assault that took place at Four Star Mobile Home Park and a theft at the Claypool Circle K

On Saturday Globe Police arrested 60 year old Jerry Lawhon for DUI.

56 year old William Escobedo was arrested for disorderly conduct Friday night at Cobre Valley Regional Medical Center.

31 year old David Scott was arrested for disorderly conduct at a business on North Broad Street.

Officers are investigating a harassment report taken in the area of Connie’s Store; criminal damage at a residence on Fourth Street; and an attempted break in at a residence on Surmont.

Miami Council Meets Tonight

Miami Town Council will have a Public Hearing at its Regular Meeting tonight (Monday) on the home rule option. The meeting starts at 6:30.

The Council will consider an Intergovernmental Agreement with the state related to enforcing installation standards for manufactured homes, factory-built buildings and mobile homes in the Town of Miami.

The Council will go into Executive Session for legal advice relating to Barcon Corporation vs. Town of Miami.

Friday, December 9, 2011

Globe Council Meets Monday

Globe City Council meets Monday at 6:pm. They’ll approve an Intergovernmental Agreement with the Arizona Department of Transportation relating to the installation and operation of a pedestrian signal next to Globe High School and Highway 60.

The Council will also consider an ordinance amending the Globe City Code to reflect the changes to Council Districts.

Hearing Checks Monday at Globe Active Adult Center

Crystal Clear Hearing will be at Globe Active Adult Center on Monday from 9:am until 1:pm. Stop by their clinic and have your hearing checked. Bring in your hearing aids and they will clean and service them for you.

Globe Library Holiday Open House

Globe Public Library is hosting its annual holiday Open House next week, Monday through Friday (December 12-17) from 9:am until 2:pm.

Police Log

Gila County Sheriff’s Office located and arrested 27 year old Travis Lane after shoplifting at the Claypool Circle K.

Deputies are investicating criminal damage to a vehicle in the area of Tremont.

Gila County Probation Department arrested 33 year old Angel Martinez on a failure to appear warrant for possesion of drug paraphernalia.

Maricopa County Sheriff’s Office arrested 21 year old Adam Shores on a failure to comply warrant for possession and use of marijuana and drug paraphernalia.

Globe Police located and arrested 25 year old Justin Shaffer for leaving the scene of an accident on US 60 near Church’s Chicken.

Officers are investigating a report of breaking and entering at a residence on East Mesquite and criminal damage at a residence on East Ash.

Thursday, December 8, 2011

Centennial Band Christmas Concert

The new Centennial Band will perform the first of two holiday concerts on Sunday at 3:pm in the Miami High School Auditorium. There is no admission charge.

The band consists of musicians of all ages from both Globe and Miami.

The second concert will be on Saturday, December 17 in the High Desert Middle School Auditorium.

Miami Library Book Sale

The Friends of the Miami Library kick off their month long Holiday Book Sale tomorrow (Saturday) from 9 to 1. They have a “bag of books for a buck” plus a large selection of like new hardcovers for a dollar each and paperbacks for fifty cents.

Clean up overdue fines with a can of food for each dollar owed. The food goes to the Miami Food Bank.

Globe Library Craft Fair

Globe Public Library is hosting its first craft fair tomorrow (Saturday) from 4 until 8:pm. There’ll be hot cocoa, coffee and baked goods.

Christmas Light Parade Begins Saturday at 6:PM

The annual Christmas Light Parade in downtown Globe begins Saturday evening at 6:00. This year’s theme is “An Arizona Christmas: A Centennial Parade Celebrating the Five C’s of Statehood.”

No Arizona Zip Codes on Richest List

Phoenix Business Journal reports that there are no Arizona zip codes on the recently released list of America’s richest zip codes.

The list is dominated by small, upscale communities like Palm Beach, Florida, with only 5,500 houses.

California had five zip codes in the top 10. Pennsylvania, Connecticut, Illinois and Virginia also had zip codes in the top 10.

Beware of Charity Scams

Public News Service reports that scam artists are out in full force during the holiday season.

American Cancer Society Estate and Assets Services Director Jo Rosen says be sure to check out an unfamiliar charity before donating. Reputable charities are more than happy to give potential donors all of the information they need. Also, organizations such as Charity Navigator and the Better Business Bureau post information—including the percentage of donation dollars that is actually spent on direct services.

For charity information visit charitynavigator.org.

Holiday Classic Film Showings Benefit CVCA

The Cobre Valley Center for the Arts Classic Film Club and Hollis Cinema are hosting two special holiday screenings. The 1947 classic “Miracle on 34th Street” will be shown tonight (Thursday) at 6:30.

“White Christmas” with Bing Crosby, Danny Kaye and Rosemary Clooney will be shown next Thursday (December 15), also at 6:30pm. Tickets are available at the Cobre Valley Center for the Arts with a limited number available at the theater prior to showtime.

All ticket proceeds will benefit the Cobre Valley Center for the Arts Elevator Fund.

Blood Drive on Thursday 1 to 6:PM

Today’s American Red Cross Blood Drive is taking place at the Globe LDS Ward from 1 to 6:pm.

The holidays are one of the most critical times for the need of blood.

Redistricting Plans Submitted to US Justice Department

The Gila County Elections Department has submitted the Supervisorial Redistricting Plan, the Community College Redistricting Plan and the Precinct Boundary and Polling Place Change Plan to the US Justice Department for preclearance under the Voting Rights Act.

Submission materials are available for public review at the Gila County Elections Department on Apache Avenue. Or call 402-8709 with questions or comments.

You may also contact the Elections Department for Apache or Spanish translation assistance.

Police Log

A hit and run accident occurred early this morning in the Cobre Valley Motors parking lot. The case is under investigation.

Two people were arrested yesterday afternoon at Beall’s Outlet. 24 year old Charilyn Anders was booked and released for shoplfting. 24 year old Sarah Miller was booked into the Gila County Jail on a warrant for disorderly conduct.

Officers are investigating a counterfeit bill reported at a business on Broad Street and a theft at Quality Tire.

Wednesday, December 7, 2011

Police Log

Globe Police arrested 22 year old Alexander Juvera on a failure to comply warrant for disorderly conduct.

43 year old Maria Dodson was arrested on a child support warrant.

Pinetop-Lakeside Police arrested 39 year old Keith Nuanez of Miami on a failure to comply warrant for driving with a suspended license and a failure to appear warrant for aggravated DUI.

Gila County Sheriff’s Deputy cited and released 47 year old Todd Hamlet for disorderly conduct.

38 year old Derrick Johnson was cited and released for disorderly conduct.

Tuesday, December 6, 2011

Liberty High School Will Have Classes This Friday

Liberty High School will hold regular classes on Friday, starting at 9:am to make up for Monday’s snow day.

Federal 'Safe Indian Communities' Initiative Expands to San Carlos Apache Reservation

Interior Secretary Ken Salazar announced last week that the Safe Indian Communities initiative is being expanded to two more reservations, including the San Carlos Apache Reservation.

Salazar says that the inititive has helped reduce violent crime by 35% on four reservations.in its first two years. The initial goal was to reduce violent crime by at least 5%.

The initiative increases law enforcement presence and training on tribal lands to combat the production and distribution of methamphetamine by organized crime and drug cartels. Government funding is also provided to increase staffing and training for detention centers that are facing an increase in the incarceration of violent offenders.

The violent crime rate on the San Carlos Apache Reservation is ten times the national average.

Police Log

Nobody was hurt in a two vehicle hit and run accident yesterday morning at US 60 and Main Street. The case is pending further investigation.

There were no injuries in a minor two vehicle accident at Ash and Hill Streets. No citations were issued due to weather conditions.

Three people were arrested at a traffic stop yesterday evening at Santee and Broad Streets. 40 year old Corrina Orozco was charged with possession of dangerous drugs with intent to sell. 27 year old Robert Herrera was arrested for possession of dangerous drugs. 52 year old Jody Herrera was arrested on a child support warrant. All three were booked into the Gila County Jail.

Officers are investigating a violation of a court order, and threats and intimidation at a residence on Escudilla.

Gila County Sheriff’s Office arrested 55 year old John Krause for DUI.

Miami Police arrested 47 year old John Falquez on a warrant for disorderly conduct.

Obituaries

Former Globe resident Rudy Luera, Jr. passed away Friday in Tucson. He is survived by his wife Velia and 2 daughters.
Visitation for Rudy Luera, Jr. will be Thursday from 5 to 10:pm at Carillo Mortuary in Tucson. Mass will be at 10:30 am at St. Margaret’s Parish in Tucson.

Irve Reynolds Johnson passed away December 1 at his home in Globe. He was 82. He is survived by his wife Ursula; 5 children, including Jennifer Culpepper and Lynette Fuller of Globe; his sister; and 10 grandchildren.
Visitation for Irve Johnson will be Saturday at 9:am at Holy Angels Catholic Church. Rosary is at 9:30 and Mass is at 10:00.

Monday, December 5, 2011

The Crush to Perform Saturday



The Barbershop Quartet, The Crush, will perform Saturday at 4:pm in the Miami High School Auditorium.Their music consists of barbershop, swing, and vocal jazz arrangements.

For more information about this performance and the Globe-Miami Community Concert Association call 425-6466.

Supervisors Meet Tuesday

Gila County Board of Supervisors meets Tuesday morning at 10:00 at the Gila County Courthouse.

Cuts Will Slow First Class Mail Delivery

The US Postal Service has announced drastic cuts that will slow first class mail delivery next spring. This will eliminate the chance for stamped letters to arrive the next day for the first time in 40 years.

The $3 billion in cuts are part of an effort by the Postal Service to avoid bankruptcy. About half of the nearly 500 mail processing centers could be closed as early as next March. This would lengthen the distance mail travels from post office to procesing center and lower delivery standards that have been in place since 1971.

First class mail currently is supposed to be delivered in one to three days. That will be lengthened to two to three days. About 42% of first class mail is now delivered the next day. After the change next spring, about 51% of all first class mail is expected to arrive in two days, with most of the rest delivered in three days.

Police Log

Local fire agencies put out a structure fire on Kinnemur Ave. Saturday night. Damage was contained to the kitchen and roof areas.

Nobody was hurt in a hit and run accident yesterday morning on South Street.

Gila County Sheriff’s Deputies located a hit and run suspect shortly after an accident early Saturday morning in the Globe Canyon area. The driver was taken to the hospital and the case is pending further investigation.

A deputy took a report of threats made with a knife at a residence on Calle De Loma. The suspect was located and arrested on multiple charges. 27 year old Eddie Benavidez was charged with domestic violence/threats and intimidation, aggravated assault, criminal damage, false reporting, violation of an order of protection, and preventing the use of a telephone for an emergency. Benevides was also arrested on warrants for child support, contempt of court on a charge of criminal damage, and probation violation on a charge of assault from Apache County.

47 year old Todd Hamlet was arrested for domestic violence/disorderly conduct after a disturbance at Sunrise Mobil Home Park.

Depuites are investigating a burglary at a residence on Russell Road; criminal damage at a residence on Main Street; criminal damage to a trailer at Golden Hill Nursery; and a theft of fire wood from a residence on Albany Drive.

Globe Police arrested 27 year old Paul Botkin on a failure to appear warrant for driving with a suspended license.

Officers are investigating an armed robbery that took place on Saturday night and an assault at an address on South Devereaux;

Update: Globe and Miami Schools Closed Today

Schools are closed today in both the Globe and Miami School Districts.

Globe City Hall will be closed today until 1:pm due to weather conditions.

Friday, December 2, 2011

Free Workshops at Globe Library

Globe Public Library is having free workshops for parents, parents-to-be, grandparents and all care givers of children up to 5 years of age.

On Monday from 10 until 11:am there will be a workshop focusing on five simple practices to help children develop early literacy skills.

At another workshop the following Monday (December 12) families in the Globe-Miami area will have the opportunity to sign up for First Things First Imagination Library. Each child will receive a free book every month in the mail.

These workshops are provided by the Gila County Library District and your local public library.

Ratio of Arizona Women's to Men's Earnings 4th Highest in Nation

The Bureau of Labor Statistics has released information about women’s earnings in Arizona. In 2010, Arizona women who were fulltime wage and salary workers had median weekly earnings of $667 or 87% of the $767 median weekly earnings of men.

The ratio of women’s to men’s earnings in Arizona increased 11% from the previous year. This is the 4th highest in the nation.

Nationwide, women earned $669 or 81.2% of the $824 median income for men.

For more information click here

Police Log

A two vehicle injury accident occurred yesterday morning at the Highway 60/188 junction. One car was towed from the scene. A driver was cited for failure to yield.

Nobody was hurt in an accident yesterday afternoon on Highway 60 near De Marcos.

Globe Police arrested 21 year old Delbert Martin yesterday for disorderly conduct/criminal damage and contributing to the delinquency of a minor.

Officers responded to a call about a man running down the street near Copper Country Mobile Home Park yelling for help. 20 year old Anthony Gonzales was contacted and arrested for use of dangerous drugs and possession of drug paraphernalia.

41 year old Chauntelle Nelson was arrested for disorderly conduct after causing a disturbance at Irene’s restaurant.

18 year old Betsy Gates was arrested for underage consumption after causing a disturbance at the USA Inn.

Thursday, December 1, 2011

Christmas Concert at CVCA

The Copper Cities Community Players present two performances of the annual Christmas Concert on Saturday at 2 and 7:pm. The 7:pm performance will be followed by a holiday reception in the Governor’s Room.

For tickets call the Cobre Valley Center for the Arts at 425-8111.

St. Johns Episcopal Bazaar and Book Sale

St. Johns Episcopal Women’s Annual Bazaar and Book Sale will be held Saturday beginning at 9:am.

Loner's Motorcycle Club Toy Run

The Loner’s Motorcycle Club 31st Annual Toy Run starts Saturday at noon at the Bullion Plaza Museum. To participate, donate $10 a person or a toy of equal value.

The day also includes an auction, food and drink, and live music.

Museum Open House on Friday

The Gila County Historical Museum and the Bullion Plaza Cultural Center and Museum are joining together for a Christmas Open House on Friday. The event will be at the museum on N. Broad Street next to the Chamber of Commerce from 4 until 7:pm.

The museum has a new display on Globe’s two Arizona governors, Gov. George W. P. Hunt, the first governor of the state, and Rose Mofford, the first woman governor. They are being honored with a display on their early years as Globe residents.

Miami Library Holiday Events

Miami Memorial Library is having a book signing reception for Dr. Santos Vega, author of “Around Miami.” The book signing is Saturday from 11 until 1. There will be refreshments and copies of the book are available.

The Friends of the Miami Library month long Holiday Book Sale begins Saturday, December 10 from 9 to 1. They will have a "bag of books for a buck" plus a large selection of like-new hardcovers for a dollar each and paperbacks for 50 cents.

You can take care of overdue fines with a can of food for each dollar owed, to go to the Miami Food Bank.

Police Log

There was a two vehicle injury accident yesterday morning on Highway 60 at McDonalds. Both cars were towed from the scene. One driver was cited for failuire to yield and no proof of insurance.

Nobody was hurt in an accident yesterday afternoon at Cottonwood and Devereaux. A juvenile was cited and released and the vehicle was towed.

Globe Police arrested 41 year old Shannon Phillips for disorderly conduct after a disturbance at a business on Ash Street.

51 year old Bernice Mata was arrested for burglary and a child support warrant.

Gila County Sheriff’s Office is investigating a burglary at a residence on Globe Avenue and a burglary at a residence on Highway 188.

Wednesday, November 30, 2011

Study: Arizona One of the Worst Run States in America

The website 24/7 Wall Street has ranked Arizona 47th on its list of America’s best run states. That places Arizona near the bottom. The rankings are based on issues like state debt per capita, poverty and unemployment rates, and the percentage of citizens without health insurance.

Arizona’s state debt per capita is the 9th lowest in the country. But the percent of Arizonans without health insurance is 16.9%, the nation’s 16th highest. The percent living below the poverty line is 16.3%, or the 13th highest.

Arizona’s 9.1% unemployment is the 18th highest in the nation.

The study found Wyoming to be the nation’s best run state. California is the worst.

Holiday DUI Enforcement

The Goveernor’s Office of Highway Safety has announced the start of the annual Holiday DUI Enforcement and Sober Designated Driver campaigns.

Law enfrcement officers will be out in force looking for impaired drivers. You can expect to see DUI checkpoints and more police presence throughout December and into the New Year.

Last year these types of holiday enforcement campaigns resulted in more than 3,300 arrests.

Police Log

Gila County Sheriff’s Office arrested 21 year old inmate Antonia Ramos on a failure to comply warrant for possession and use of drug paraphernalia.

25 year old Vanessa Long was cited and released for driving with a suspended license.

A theft report was taken in the Central Heights area.

Globe Police are investigating an aggravated assault report taken at the El Rey Motel.

Obituaries

Neasa Garcia of San Carlos passed away November 26 at Banner Good Samaritan Medical Center in Phoenix. She was 66. She is survived by her son Alantino Garcia; her daughter Michelle Enos; 3 brothers; her sister; and 7 grandchildren.
The wake for Neasa Garcia will be Saturday at 4:pm at the Garcia residence. The funeral is Sunday at 1:pm in the Rice School gym.

Helen Sandoval Lira of Mesa passed away November 25 at Hospice of the Southwest. She was 91. She is survived by her daughter Helen Denney; her son John Sandoval; her brother; 6 sisters; and 10 grandchildren.
Visitation for Helen Lira 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.

Tuesday, November 29, 2011

CVCA 'Student Showcase'

Cobre Valley Center for the Arts is hosting a “Student Showcase” that consists of works by Gila Community College students. The art work will be on display throughout the month of December. It includes paintings, drawings, jewelry, lapidary, ceramics, sculpture, stained and fused glass, and photography.

A reception will be held on Saturday (December 3) from 11:30am until 3:pm.

PMFHE Accepting Scholarship Applications

Pinal Mountain Foundation for Higher Education is accepting scholarship applications for the Spring 2012 semester. Students who plan to enroll full time at Gila Community College Gila Pueblo or San Carlos campuses and who have a grade point average of 2.5 or higher may apply.

Applications may be picked up at the Gila Pueblo Campus Admisnitration Office. The completed applications must be received by 5:pm on December 6.

Police Log

There was a two vehicle accident yesterday evening at Beer Tree Crossing. No further information is available.

Gila County Sheriff’s Deputies and medical personnel responded to a suicide threat at a residence on Broadway. The person was taken to the hospital. A crisis team was called and weapons were taken from the residence for safe keeping.

Globe Police received a call about a woman who was passed out in her car at Shining Times Car Wash. 19 year old Rachel Green was arrested and jailed for possession and sale of narcotics.

23 year old Kelly McClain was arrested for theft yesterday afternoon at Walmart.

22 year old Amanda Statham was arrested last night for shoplifting at Walmart.

Officers located a vehicle that was reported stolen yesterday morning at a business on Russell Road. The case is pending further investigation.

Tucson Police arrested 30 year old Kirk Butler of San Carlos on failure to appear warrants for issuing a bad check.

Gila County Sheriff’s Office is investigating a theft report taken at a residence in Pueblo Heights Mobile Home Park.

A citizen in Globe reported a telephone scam in which a caller tells you that you’ve won a new car. To receive the car you have to purchase Walmart gift cards. The Gila County Sheriff’s Office reminds you to be cautious when receiving calls requiring you to make a purchase in order to receive a prize.

Obituary

Donald L. Tomerlin passed away November 21 at his home in Superior. He was 65. He is survived by his wife Sherry; 2 daughters; his son; 3 sisters; and 1 grandchild.
A Memorial Service for Donald Tomerlin will be held tomorrow (Wednesday) at 11:am at First Baptist Church in Superior.

Monday, November 28, 2011

Red Cross Blood Drive

The American Red Cross will be back in Globe on Thursday, December 8 in the gymnasium at the LDS Church. The hours are 1 to 6:pm. They are in urgent need of blood donors because the holidays are one of the most critical times of the year.

To make an appointment go to redcrossblood.org and enter the Sponsor Code: Miami.

Radio History Featured at Miami Hardscrabble Series

The next free program in the Miami Hardscrabble series will feature Ron Hughes talking about “Antique Radios.” The presentation will include highlights of the history of the mainstay of pre-television family entertainment.

Light refreshments will be served following the program.

Community Centennial Band Concerts

The first two Community Centennial Band concerts have been scheduled for Sunday, December 11 and Saturday, Decmber 17. The December 11 concert will be at 3:pm at the Miami High School Auditorium. The December 17 concert will be at 6:30pm at High Desert Middle School.

Musicians of all ages from both Globe and Miami will perfom at the free concerts.

Salvation Army Food Drive

The Globe Fire Department is conducting a Food Drive from December 1 through December 12. Food is needed for the Christmas Boxes including stuffing mix, canned sweet potatoes, cranberry sauce, fruit and vegetables.

Bring your food items to the Globe Fire Station or the Salvation Army Office.

The Salvation Army needs volunteers for the Christmas Kettles. Call Audrey Opitz at 200-9919 for more information.

Police Log

Globe Police and EMS were dispatched to the area of Omega Street early Saturday morning where a man was lying in the road with a head injury. The man was taken to the hospital and the case is under investigation.

Saturday night two unarmed men entered a residence on Murphy Street and took some electronic equipment. They left without harming anyone. The case is under investigation by Globe PD.

26 year old Charles Fee was arrested Saturday for violation of a court order and domestic violence.

28 year old Alexander Baylish was arrested at a traffic stop for driving with a suspended license.

53 year old Phyillsa Dosela was arrested on a warrant for driving with a suspended license.

On Friday, 19 year old Eduardo Armenta was contacted at the Gila County Jail and booked in connection with criminal damage at a business on Broad Street.

Officers are investigating criminal damage to two vehicles at a residence on 2nd Street; criminal damage at a residence on East Skyline; and a theft at an address on Joshua Tree Lane.

On Saturday the Gila County Sheriff’s Office arrested 39 year old Arthur Gonzales for aggravated assault/domestic violence after a disturbance on Main Street.

Two people were arrested Friday after a disturbance in Six Shooter Canyon. 31 year old Erick Greenwall and 27 year old Olivia Greenwall were both charged with domestic assault and disorderly conduct.

Forest Service Law Enforcement Officers arrested two Tempe residents at a traffic stop at School House Recreation Area. 53 year old Lisa Felix and 54 year old Issac Weaver were charged with possession/sale/manufacture of dangerous drugs.

Deputies ara are investigating a theft at the Gila County Animal Shelter; a stolen bike on Lincoln Way; and an assault at the jail involving two inmates.

Friday, November 25, 2011

Miami Council Meets Monday

Miami Town Council meets Monday at 6:30pm. They will approve the use of $500 from the Special Events Fund for the Genesis “Pride of Miami Project.” They will also approve hiring a firm to perform the audit of the Miami Magistrate Court.

The Council will go into Executive Session for legal consultation concerning the Town’s Brownfields Grant for the Barcon/Fitzpatrick Building. They will also discuss pending litigation with the Barcon Corporation and possible settlement discussions for Fritz v. Town of Miami.

Local Firefighters Will 'Ring the Bells' Today

The firefighters of our community will be “ringing the bells” for the Salvation Army today (Friday) from 10 until 6 at Walmart, Fry’s and both Safeway Stores.

Globe Candidate Update

Eric Mariscal has taken out nomination papers to run against Carmen Casillas in Globe District 5. Casillas has already returned her nomination petitions to the Globe City Clerk.

As of Wednesday, Thea Wilshire and C.M. Humphrey have picked up nomination packets for District 2 and James Haley is running for District 1.

So far it looks like three people are running for Globe Mayor: Fernando Shipley, Terence Wheeler and James Gillette.

Police Log

Last night Canyon and Globe Fire Departments responded to a brush fire at Adobe and Six Shooter Canyon. The fire was quickly put out.

On Wednesday Miami Police responded to a report of a structure fire. They found that the homeowner was able to contain the fire to a pile of wood and other items being stored in front of the home. No damage was reported.

Nobody was hurt in an accident last night at Besich and Russell Road.

Wednesday afternoon there was a non-injury accident on Highway 60 at Dave’s Fast Stop.

Three people were arrested after a fight last night near the downtown Safeway. 19 year old Al Brown was charged with disorderly conduct and underage consumption. 27 year old Terrill Brown and 28 year old Tiffany Gates were arrested on outstanding warrants.

25 year old Laurie Gates was arrested last night on a failure to appear warrant for shoplifting.

On Wednesday around midnight 19 year old Eduardo Armenta was arrested for underage consumption.

Officers are investigating a theft report taken at a residence on Euclid and a counterfeit bill at a business on Highway 60.

Gila County Sheriff’s Office is investigating criminal damage at a residence on Kellner Canyon Road; criminal damage at a residence on Ice House Canyon Road; criminal damage at Apache Trail Mobile Home Park; and a theft on Morrow Avenue.

Wednesday, November 23, 2011

Group Releases 'Trouble in Toyland' Report

The Public Interest Research Group has released its annual Trouble in Toyland report. The report alerts consumers to the dangers and toxins in children’s toys.

Lead is still being found in some toys. Lead has been linked to chronic health problems like lowered IQ and behavioral issues. PIRG has singled out the Family Dollar peace sign bracelet and the Disney Fairies Tinkerbell watch.

Choke hazards continue to send kids to the emergency room. The group advises parents to avoid anything with parts that will fit inside an empty toilet paper roll.

The Consumer Product Safety Commission has a product safety database that can be found at www.saferproducts.gov.

Police Log

One person was taken to the hospital with head injuries after a two vehicle accident yesterday at the Miami Avenue intersection. A driver was cited for failure to yield.

Globe Police arrested 22 year old Joseph Gomez for domestic/assault and criminal damage.

Several people were arrested yesterday morning at the Hill Street Safeway. 32 year old Tio Whitehead had outstanding misdemeanor warrants from Globe PD. 29 year old Erwin Patterson of Tempe had an outstanding felony warrant from the Maricopa County Sheriff’s Office. 31 year old Jay Antonio had outstanding warrants from Globe PD and a felony warrant from the US Marshall’s Office.

23 year old Michael Falquez was arrested yesterday for driving with a suspended license.

18 year old Albre Altaha was arrested for underage consumption and possession of alcohol at Globe High School.

Officers are investigating a burglary from a vehicle at a business on Broad Street.

Gila County Sheriff’s Deputies took reports of a a single vehicle accident involving cattle in the Pinto Valley area and a burglary at a residence on Sharps Road.

Tuesday, November 22, 2011

Thanksgiving Travel Expected to Hit Four-Year High

More than 800,000 Arizonans will be traveling out of state over the holiday weekend. AAA Arizona says that’s a 4.6% increase over last year. AAA expects a 4% increase in travel nationwide.

Travelers will experience higher prices than last year. Gas is about 20 cents highher per gallon and hotel rooms are nearly $10 more expensive per night. Air fares are up about 20%.

AAA Offers 'Tipsy Tow' Wednesday Night

AAA Arizona and the Beverage Alcohol Community Information Council are offering the Tipsy Tow service again Wednesday night.

Thanksgiving Eve is becoming a popular celebration night. Drivers, passengers, bartenders and restaurant managers can call 1-800-AAA-HELP (1-800-222-4357) for a free ride home. The one way ride will be provided for the driver, one passenger and their vehicle, up to 10 miles.

DPS Out in Force Over Thanksgiving Holiday

The Arizona Department of Public Safety will be out in force on Wednesday as part of Operation Safe Passage.

The day before Thanksgiving is one of the busiest travel times of the year and Operation Safe Passage is designed to get drivers to their destinations safely.

DPS officers will be stationed every 10 miles on Interstates 8, 10, 17 and 40 in rural areas and about every two miles in metropolitan areas.

DPS says the goal is to be able to respond to traffic incidents quickly and execute a “zero tolerance” approach to traffic infractions such as speeding, unsafe lane changes and following other cars too closely.

Miami Public Hearings

The Town of Miami will hold two public hearings in December to consider a Resolution proposing an alternative expenditure limitation—the home rule option—and submitting it to Miami voters.

The public hearings will be held on Monday, December 12 and Monday, December 26 at 6:30pm at Miami Town Hall.

The Council may vote to approve the resolution following the second public hearing.

Miami Elections

The Town of Miami will hold a Primary Election on March 13, 2012. The General Election will be on May 15.

Three Council seats are open. The Home Rule Option will be on the General Election ballot on May 15.

Information and candidate packets are available at Miami Town Hall. Candidate packets must be turned in by 5:pm December 14.

The deadline to register for the Primary Election is February 12. April 16 is the deadline to register for the General Election.

Police Log

Nobody was hurt in a two vehicle accident yesterday morning on Hackney Avenue. One car was towed from the scene. A driver was cited for failure to control speed to avoid a collision.

Two people were arrested after a fight last night at a residence on East Oak. 18 year old Terisa Lupe was charged with threats and intimidation, diorderly conduct and aggravated assault. 40 year old Jacqueline Mull was arrested on an outstanding warrant.

36 year old Victor Morales was arrested at a traffic stop for DUI.

37 year old Shannon Champney was arrested on two warrants for driving with a suspended license.

Officers are investigating a domestic disturbance on Hackney Hill; a report of harassing phone calls at a business on Hagen Road; and a theft at a residence on Broad Street.

Gila Ciounty Sheriff’s Deputies arrested two people after a domestic disturbance on Lancaster Street. 23 year old Emiliano Brewer and 21 year old Brina Brewer were both charged with domestic violenece/assault.

Deputies are investigating criminal damage at Apache Trail Mobile Home Park; criminal damage in the area of Copper Street; and a burglary at Holiday Hills Mobile Home Park.

Obituaries

Julia J. Grinder of Globe passed away Sunday at Copper Mountain Inn. She was 82. She is survived by her children Julia Faye Grinder, Sharon Taylor, Lela Ortiz and Shirley Hammer; her brother; 2 sisters; 7 grandchildren, 27 great grandchildren and 3 great great grandchidlren.
Visitation for Julia J. Grinder will be Friday at 9:am at Miles Funeral Services Globe. The funeral is at 10:00.

Glen Alan Vickers passed away November 18 at his home in Globe. He was 68. He is survived by his children Alan and Darrin Vickers, and Dana Deatherage; his brothers Hugh and Zed Vickers; his sisters Tennie Davis, Sue Bilson and Betty Tucker; 10 grandchildren and 6 great grandchildren.
A Memorial Service for Glen Vickers will be held Saturday at 11:am at Globe Christian center.

Vera J. Williams of Peridot passed away November 17 at St. Mary’s Hospital in Tucson. She was 55. She is survived by her son; her daughter; 8 sisters; 3 brothers; and 5 grandchildren.
The wake for Vera Williams will be Saturday at 6:am at San Carlos LDS Church. The funeral is Saturday at 1:pm.

Monday, November 21, 2011

San Carlos Community Thanksgiving Dinner on Tuesday

The San Carlos Community Thanksgiving Dinner is Tuesday at 11:am in front of the Tribal Administration Building.

Salt River Canyon Wilderness Rafting Permit Applications Available Online

Rafting permit applications for the Salt River Canyon Wilderness are now available for the 2012 season. Applications are submitted online at www.SaltRiverpermits.com.

A drawing will be conducted after the application period. Select applicants will have the opportunity to buy a permit for $125.

A Forest Service permit is required from March 1 through May 15 to raft the portion of the river which flows through the Salt River Canyon Wilderness.

ADOT Says Allow Extra Time for Holiday Travel

The Arizona Department of Transportation says that no construction closures are scheduled over the holiday weekend beginning Wednesday afternoon.

ADOT still encourages drivers to allow extra travel time during peak holiday travel periods and to use extra caution in existing work zones.

You can find highway condition updates at az511.gov, azdot.gov, or by dialing 5-1-1 on your telephone.

Candidates for Globe Mayor and Council

Candidate packets for Mayor and City Council are available until December 14 at Globe City Hall.

So far three candidates are running for Mayor: Fernando Shipley, Terence Wheeler and James Gillette. James Haley has filed for District 1; Thea Wilshire and C.M. Humphrey for District 2; and Carmen Casillas for District 5.

Community Thanksgiving Day Dinner

The Community Thanksgiving Dinner will be served Thursday from noon until 2:pm at St. Paul’s Methodist Church. The annual dinner is sponsored by the Ministerial Association and the Salvation Army with contributions from the Dream Manor Inn and Joe’s Broad Street Grill. It is free to the public.

If you would like to volunteer or if you have questions about the event call 425-2340.

Volunteers will deliver meals to the home bound between 10:am and noon. If you know soemeone who needs to have a meal delivered, call St. Paul’s Methodist Church.

Our Lady's St. Vincent de Paul Thanksgiving Dinner

Our Lady’s St. Vincent de Paul Thanksgiving Day Dinner will be served from 3 to 7:pm. Everyone is welcome and there is no charge.

For information call 473-3568.

Police Log

Miami Police arrested 24 year old Albert Pacheco for disorderly conduct.

Globe Police arrested 23 year old Whitney Antonio for false reporting to law enforcement.

32 year old Waylon Cobb was arrested on failure to pay warrants for possession of drug paraphernalia, assault, driving with a suspended license and criminal damage.

45 year old James Sutton was arrested Saturday night for aggravated DUI and open container.

Officers are investigating a missing person report and shoplifting at the Super Stop.

Gila County Sheriff’s Office arrested 48 year old Richard Marin and 35 year old David Hilker in connection with a stolen cement mixer. Marin also had a warrant for reckless burning and criminal damage.

31 year old Kevin Fraze was arrested for driving with a suspended license and a contempt of court warrant for DUI.

Deputies are investigating the theft of a red and grey Yamaha Raptor from a residence on Russell Road; a theft of a bicycle from a residence on El Camino; a burglary at a residence on Highway 188; and a report of threats that were made at a residence on Malachite Lane.

Friday, November 18, 2011

Globe Council Meets Monday

Globe City Council meets Monday at 6:pm. They will discuss an amendment to the City Code reflecting new council district boundaries.

The Council will consider an amendment to the City Code relating to off street parking.

Globe Library Will Be Closed for Thanksgiving

The Globe Public Library will close at 5:30pm on Wednesday, November 23 and will be closed for the Thanksgiving holiday. The library will reopen at 9:am on Monday, November 28.

The library will also be closed on Wednesday, November 30 so that the staff can attend training at the Arizona State Library Conference.

Globe Library 'Like New' Book Sale

The Globe Public Library is having a “Like New” Book Sale from now through December 17. The books are in excellent condition and cost $2 for paperbacks and $3 for hardcover.

The library is also accepting cans of food or nonperishable items in exchange for fines until Decmber 17. One item donated will equal $1 in fines.

Christmas Concert at Center for the Arts

The Copper Cities Community Players will presnt their annual Christmas Concert to benefit the Cobre Valley Center for the Arts on Saturday, December 3.

The 2:pm matinee is $15 and the 7:pm evening performance is $20, which will be followed by a lavish holiday reception in the Governor’s Room, included in the price.

Tickets for the annual production go quickly so call 425-0884 to purchase tickets.

A limited number of season tickets for the Copper Cities Community Players are also available.

Local Firefighters Will 'Ring the Bells' for the Salvation Army

The fire fighters of Globe-Miami will be “ringing the bells” for the Salvation Army Red Kettle Program next Friday, November 25, from 10 until 6. They will be at Walmart, Fry’s and both Safeway stores.

Police Log

Nobody was hurt in a two vehicle collision yesterday in the Miami Post Office.parking lot. One of the drivers drove away but was quickly located.

No injuries were reported in an accident yesterday afternoon at Kaiser Crossing.

Ohio State Highway Patrol arrested 29 year old Daniel Webster of Globe on a failure to appear warrant for theft of means of transportation.

Globe Police arrested 36 year old Myron Cly for disorderly conduct after a disturbance last night in the area of Holly Street.

33 year old Katie Shaffer was booked and released for shoplifting at the Smoke ‘Em shop on Wednesday.

18 year old Alex Rodriguez and 20 year old Joshua Ordorica were booked, cited and released for underage consumption.

37 year old Robert Rodriguez was arrested yesterday on an outstanding child support warrant.

Officers are investigating a report of harassment taken at Church’s Chicken.

Miami Police are investigating a report of a man taking batteries from parked cars at a local car dealership.

Gila County Sheriff’s Office is investigating a report of criminal damage at a business near Live Oak.

Thursday, November 17, 2011

Burro and Bake Sale

Globe Tops AZ #40 club is having a burro and bake sale Friday from 8:am until 2:pm at the Gila County Courthouse.

Free Medicare Seminar

Cobre Valley Regional Medical Center is having a free Medicare Educational Seminar on Friday at 9:30am in Conference Room B. Learn about changes in Medicare for 2012.

Miami Schools Closed Next Week for Thanksgibving

The Miami Unified School District will be closed Monday, November 21 through Friday, November 25 for their Thanksgiving Break. School will resume on Monday, November 28.

Only 38% of Arizonans Born Here

The Phoenix Business Journal reports that only 38% of Arizona’s population was born here. That puts Arizona second on the list of states with the lowest number of residents living in the state in which they were born.

New US Census data shows that on average, 59% of Americans live in the state of their birth. The state with the highest percentage of natives in the population is Louisiana at 78.8%. The lowest is Alaska—the only state below Arizona.

Arizona is the number two state with people moving from California. Texas was number one.

Fuel Prices Down From Last Week.

AAA Arizona says that fuel prices declined slightly during the past week. The statewide average for a gallon of unleaded regular gasoline is a little more than $3.31 a gallon. That’s 3.1 cents less than last week. The national average is a little more than $3.40 a gallon, a drop of 2.8 cents.

Here in Globe-Miami prices are around $3.35.

Today Is the 'Great American Smokeout'

Today is the 36th annual Great American Smokeout. The American Cancer Society has several ways to help people kick the habit, including new features on social media.

Free phone coaching is available at 1-800-227-2345. Help is also available at 1-800-55-66-222. Tips and tools are online at cancer.org/smokeout and ashline.org/help. You’ll find these phone numbers and links on the KIKO News weblog.

The American Cancer Society is also on Facebook, Twitter and YouTube.

For information about Gila County’s Tobacco Free Environment Program call Christine Rocha at 402-8789.

Miami Wastewater Advisory Board Meets Today

The Town of Miami Wastewater Advisory Board meets today (Thursday) at 4:00 at Miami Town Hall.

Police Log

Gila County Sheriff’s Office arrested 21 year old Jacob Stowe on a probation violation warrant for attempted forgery.

Gila County Constables Office arrested 37 year old Heather Gilmore on a failure to pay warrant for issuing a bad check.

A hit and run report was taken at a residence on Glendale Avenue.

Globe Police arrested 46 year old Debra Whittaker for threats and intimidation.

44 year old Richard Owens was arrested for driving with a suspended license.

Officers are investigating an assault that took place at High Desert Middle School; a hit and run accident on Saguaro Drive; a shoplifting report taken at a business on Highway 60; a theft from a business on North Broad Street; and a burglary at a residence on Devereaux.

Wednesday, November 16, 2011

Blood Drive on Thursday

A Community Blood Drive will take place on Thursday from 9:am until 5:pm at the Freeport McMoRan building in the Cobre Valley Shopping Center.

To make a donation appointment call 1-877--827-4376 or visit UnitedBloodServices.org.

AFB Says Thanksgiving Dinner Will Cost 13% More Than Last Year

The Arizona Farm Bureau says that the cost of your Thanksgiving meal will be 13% higher than it was last year.

This year’s turkey dinner with all the trimmings will cost $50.06 for an Arizona family of 10. Without factoring in store coupons or specials, the cost of a 16 pound turkey purchased in Arizona this year is $21.28, or $1.33 a pound. That’s an increase of 28 cents a pound. But this year’s meal is still $2.75 cheaper than it was three years ago when the total was $52.81.

The 2011 Thanksgiving meal cost estimate is the result of the Arizona Farm Bureau’s annual informal survey of the prices of basic food items found on the Thanksgiving dinner table.

This year the Farm Bureau also has an Organic Price Survey on the same food items. An Organic Thanksgiving dinner will cost more than twice the amount of the non-organic purchase of the same items.

For more information visit www.azfb.org.

AARP Members Send Millions of Petitions to Congress

AARP has announced that it has collected more than 6.5 million petitions urging Congress not to cut Social Security and Medicare benefits. Members and volunteers are delivering the petitions directly to members of Congress. Nearly 25,000 petitions will be delivered to the offices of Senators Jon Kyl and John McCain. Petions will also be delivered to Arizona’s Congressional Representatives including 3,600 petitions to 1st District Representative Paul Gosar.

For more information visit www.aarp.org/protectseniors .

Police Log

A 14 year old juvenile was referred to juvenile probation after causing a disturbance at High Desert Middle School.

20 year old Anthony Gonzales was arrested for disorderly conduct and an outstanding warrant at Copper Country Mobile Home Park.

19 year old Nickolas Van Cleave was arrested for shoplifting at Walmart.

28 year old Joel Amezcua was arrested last night for DUI.

38 year old John Dalton was arreeted on a warrant for driving with a suspended license.

Gila County Sheriff’s Office arrested 25 year old Michael Tarango on warrants for disorderly conduct/fighting and driving with a suspended license.

A Gila County School Resource Deputy took a report of threats that occurred Monday at Charles Bejarano School.

Tuesday, November 15, 2011

San Carlos Thanksgiving Dinner November 22

The annual San Carlos Community Thanksgiving Dinner is at 11:am on Tuesday, November 22 in front of the Tribal Administration building.

Everyone is invited to help serve food and to clean up. Individuals or groups are invited to provide entertainment.

For information contact San Carlos Apache Tribal Social Services

Candidate Packets Available at Miami Town Hall

Candidate packets are now available at Miami Town Hall. There are three council seats open in this election cycle.

Packets are due back to Miami Town Hall by 5:pm on December 14. Candidates must submit no less than 15 signatures and no more than 30 to complete the process..

Police Log

Nobody was hurt in an accident yesterday afternoon at Ash and Hill Streets.

Miami Police responded to a disturbance on Merritt Street and found damage to an apartment. Officers were told that the person who caused the damage had left the area but they had reason to believe that he was still in the apartment. After a search they found him hiding under a bed. 24 year old Robert Lintner was arrested for the criminal damage. Lintner was also a suspect in a stolen vehicle report. He was charged with theft of means of transportation.

Officers responded to a fight on Adonis Avenue. 22 year old Lorenzo Puebla was arrested for DUI. Officers are also trying to locate another suspect.

Globe Police arrested 34 year old Adam Contreras for shoplifting.

Officers are invstigating a theft at a residence on Manzanita; a report of criminal trespass on S. Broad Street; and shoplifting at the downtown Safeway.

Monday, November 14, 2011

Memory Screenings at Globe Active Adult Center

Tuesday is National Memory Screening Day. Free, confidential memory screenings will be available at the Globe Active Adult Center at 10:30am. Carol Wilson from the Pinal-Gila Council for Seniors will discuss “normal memory loss” at 11:am.

Supervisors Meet Tuesday

The Gila County Board of Supervisors meets Tuesday at 10:am. The agenda includes the annual property tax sale of real property deeded to the state of Arizona by Treasurer’s Deed in the year 2011.

Police Log

Two people received minor injuries in a two vehicle accident Friday afternoon on Highway 60 in front of Cobre Valley Motors. Both cars were towed from the scene.

Miami Police arrested 22 year old Joseph Wilson for criminal trespass, false information to a police officer and violation of a court order.

19 year old Breelyn Cano was arrested for criminal trespass.

Globe Police arrested 50 year old Danny Dalton last night after a domestic incident at a residence on Yucca.

Officers are investigating a vehicle breakin on East Mesquite; criminal damage to a vehicle on 2nd Street; criminal damage at a residence on Euclid; a broken window at a residence on Broad Street; criminal damage at a business on South Street; and a hit and run accident in the Walmart parking lot.

Tucson Police arrested. 34 year old Jerad Crockett of Globe on a failure to appear warrant for burglary and aggravated assault.

Obituary

Fred Lee Botkin of Miami passed away November 11 at St. Joseph’s Medical Center. He was 70. He is survived by his wife Karen; 7 children, including Sheila Hibdon of Claypool; his brother; 2 sisters; 8 grandchildren and 1 great grandchild.
Visitation for Fred Botkin will be Saturday from 1 to 3:pm at Miles Funeral Services Globe. The funeral is at 3:00.

Friday, November 11, 2011

Globe Candidate Packets Available Monday

City of Globe candidate packets for Mayor and Districts 1,2 and 5 will be available starting Monday at the Globe City Clerk’s Office. The packets will be available until December 14.

For more information call 425-7146, Ext 21.

Globe Council Meets Monday

Globe City Council meets Monday at 6:pm. They’ll consider Intergovernmental Agreements with the State of Arizona relating to the restoration of the Historic Railroad Depot, bridge inspections and building plan inspections.

The Council will hear presentations introducing new police officers John Rittenbach and Edward McGuire, and recognizing Reserve Firefighters Barbie and Dan Morton.

Miami Council Meets Monday at 6:30

Miami Town Council meets Monday at 6:30pm. They will consider a Grant In Kind Agreement between the Arizona State Library and the Miami Memorial Library for the Arizona Job Assistance Center Project funded through the Broadband Technology Opportunites Program.

They will approve an Amended Interim Emergency Fire Intergovernmental Agreement with the City of Globe for emergency fire protection and administrative services for one year effective October 4, 2011.

The Council will hear a presentation about future Genesis projects and direct staff to obtain information about Genesis becoming a separate entity from the Town of Miami with non-profit status.

Miami School Board Meets Monday

The Miami School Board meets Monday at 6:30pm in the Miami High School Library.

Arizonans Spent 7.3% of Income on Fuel in October

Fuel prices remained relatively flat this week. The average Arizona price per gallon dropped 0.6 cents to a little over $3.33. The nationwide average rose 1.3 cents to just under $3.44. The Globe-Miami average price is around $3.35.

While pump prices have gained stability, AAA Arizona says that the average Arizona household spent 7.3% of its income last month on fuel. That’s about $2.98. This is a nearly half percent decrease from the pump price peak in May, but Arizonans are still paying 2% more for gas than they did this time last year.

AARP Driver Safety Program Free to Veterans in November

Arizona’s half-million-plus veterans are being offered a chance to take free driver safety classes during November. AARP is waiving the entrance fees for all military personnel of all ages. You may also qualify for car insurance discounts once you complete the course.

Since 1979 the AARP driver safety program has helped more than 13 million drivers learn safety strategies and adapt to physical and cognitive changes related to aging.

For more information and class registration call 1-888-AARP-NOW.

Police Log

Gila County Sheriff’s Office arrested 56 year old Gerald Hall of Claypool on a Maricopa County failure to appear warrant for trespassing.

Santa Barbara Sheriff’s Office arrested 36 year old David Haynie of Claypool on a probation violation warrant for endangerment.

A School Resource Officer took a report of an assault that occurred at Miami Jr. High School.

Globe Police are investigating a theft at a business on highway 60.

Obituaries

Debra J. Patten has passed away at the age of 52. She is survived by her son; 2 daughters; her father; and 2 grandchildren.
The wake for “Debbie” Patten will be Sunday at 6:am at Cutter Church. The funeral is at 10:am.

Deborah Ann Goode of San Carlos passed away Sunday at Cobre Valley Regional Medical Center. She was 37. She is survived by her daughter; 3 sons; 4 brothers; and her sister.
The wake for Deborah Goode is Sunday at 4:pm at the Goode residence. The funeral is Monday at 1:pm at San Carlos Miracle Church.

Thursday, November 10, 2011

Benefit Dinner and Dance for Frances Sanchez

A Benefit Dinner and Dance will be held Saturday for Frances Sanchez who was diagnosed with colon cancer in September. Money raised will be used for medical expenses. The cost is $15 donation per person over 12.

The dinner starts at 5:pm at the Knights of Columbus Hall. The dance begins at 7:00.

San Carlos Veterans Parade Saturday

The 45th annual San Carlos Veterans Parade begins at 10:am Saturday in downtown San Carlos.

Miami Veterans Day Events

The Miami Veterans Day Parade starts tomorrow morning (Friday) around 10:15. It will be followed by a Ceremony at 11:00 at Veterans Memorial Park on Sullivan Street.

A cookout follows the ceremony with hot dogs, chips, water and soda. There is no charge but donations will be accepted.

The band Jaded will play for two hours following the ceremony

FBI and BIA Looking for San Carlos Woman Charged with Theft and Embezzlement

A federal grand jury in Phoenix recently indicted 33 year old Holly Faye Youvella of San Carlos for Embezzlement and Theft of Tribal Funds. After she was indicted on October 25, an arrest warrant was issued but the FBI and the BIA have been unable to locate her.

If you have any information regarding the whereabouts of Holly Faye Youvella, please contact the Federal Bureau of Investigation at 602-279-5511 or the Bureau of Indian Affairs at 928-338-5371.

Youvella is accused of embezzling more than $260,000 when she was bookkeeper for the Peridot Shopping Center. She cashed more than 200 fraudulent checks drawn from the shopping center’s checking account. She is also accused of stealing more than $4,000 by directing fraudulent electronic payments from the shopping center’s account to personal credit and utility accounts.

Peridot Shopping Center is owned by the San Carlos Apache Tribe.

Convictions for Embezzlement and Theft of Tribal Funds carry a maximum penalty of 5 years, a $250,000 fine or both.

Free Lunch for Veterans Today at Miami Senior Center

The Miami Senior Center is hosting a Veterans Day linch today (Thursday) free of charge for veterans and their spouses. Hot dogs and hamburgers will be cooked outside in the new barbecue grill area.

Music will be provided by Jose Sanchez and the Diamonds starting at 11:am.

Miami Public Meeting to Discuss Brownfield Grant Application

The Town of Miami is having a Public Information Meeting tonight (Thursday) to discuss a Brownfield Site Assessment Grant Application. The meeting is tonight from 6:30 until 7:30 at the Miami Senior Center.

Brownfield Grants are used for environmntal assessment and cleanup.

Police Log

Yesterday morning the Gila County Task Force conducted a traffic stop at the Highway 60/70 junction. One undocumented alien was detained at the Gila County Jail.

19 year old Jason Miller was arrested at a traffic stop on a warrant for assault and criminal trespass. He was taken to the Gila County Jail. The juvenile driver was cited and released for driving without a license.

20 year old Edward Avalos was arrested yesterday for DUI.

Deputies are investigating a theft of utilities and criminal damage in the area of Marion Canyon.

Globe Police are investigating a theft at a business on Ash Street and a theft at a residence on Main Street.

Obituary

Hyidana P. Golston of Globe passed away Saturday. She was 78. She is survived by 2 daughters; four grandchildren, 11 great grandchildren and 3 great great grandchildren.
A Memorial Service for Hyidana Golston will be held tomorrow (Friday) at 1:pm at Miles Funeral Services Globe

Wednesday, November 9, 2011

Voters in Seven Cities Reject Photo Enforcement

Voters in eight cities and three states cast ballots on Tuesday to decide if red light cameras and speed cameras should be used in their communities. Seven of the eight races went against the use of photo ticketing.

TheNewspaper.com reports that Redflex Traffic Systems of Australia contributed at least $108,000 to the campaign for the cameras in Garfield Heights and South Euclid, Ohio. But the unfunded effort to put a stop to the cameras won 55% of the vote.

Local officials in East Cleveland, however, succeeded by using strong-arm tactics to badger voters into supporting cameras. Off duty police officers, in uniform and with their police cruisers parked on the curb, were ordered to go door to door to convince residents to vote to return the cameras. The mayor mailed layoff notices to 36 police officers and 14 firefighters saying the city would have to fire them if it lost photo ticketing revenue. This worked and the city got 54% of the vote, the only victory for the cameras on Tuesday.

Earlier this year, traffic cameras were voted out of Los Angeles, Houston and Albuquerque.

Miami Hardscrabble Program Tonight

The Miami Hardscrabble series continues tonight (Wednesday) at 7:00 at the Miami Memorial Library. Linda Gross will talk about “Chinese in Early Globe-Miami.”
There is no charge for this series of programs. Light refreshments will be provided following the program.