Rose Mofford Collection Moving to Globe and Miami Museums

Former Arizona Governor Rose Mofford published an Opinion piece in Monday’s Arizona Republic announcing her plans to move the Rose Mofford Collection of historical and personal items from the Arizona Mining and Mineral Museum to museums in Globe and Miami.

The Arizona Mining and Mineral Museum closed a few weeks ago to prepare for its conversion to the Arizona Experience museum for the 2012 centennial.

The Mofford Collection filled one large room in the Mining Museum and included her collection of kachinas, memorabilia, gifts, awards and many other items.

Mofford says details still need to be finalized and new display areas constructed, but she plans to transfer the majority of her collection to the Gila County Historical Museum in Globe and the Bullion Plaza Cultural Center and Museum in Miami. The Arizona Historical Society has offered to donate display cases to the two local museums.

(For more information see Dick Zimmerman's blog Mineral Museum Madness.)

Police Log

Globe Police arersted two people yesterday after a domestic disturbance on Hill Street. 29 year old Desiree Valenzuela was charged with disorderly conduct/domestic violence. She was also arrested in connection with a shoplifting report taken on May 13. 28 year old Robert Magana was at the residence and was charged with possesssion of drug paraphernalia.

Officers are investigating non-injury hit and run accidents in the Judy’s Cookhouse parking lot and the Walmart parking lot.

Gila County Sheriff’s office arrested 30 year old James Querns at a residence on Ruth Avenuie. He was charged with domestic violence, disorderly conduct, cruelty to animals and domestic assault.

Deputies took a report of illegal dumping in the Pinaleno Pass area. They found items with names and addresses and followed up with citations.

Miami Hostetler Pool Opens Tuesday

Miami Hostetler Pool opens tomorrow. The pool will be open Tuesday through Saturday from 11:am until 5:pm. General admission is $2. Children under 5 are free.

For information about season passes and pool rental fees contact Miami Town Hall,.

Supervisors Work Session Tuesday

Gila County Board of Supervisors meets Tuesday morning at 10:00. During the Work Session the Supervisors will discuss an ordinance relating to the use of permissable consumer fireworks. They will also analyze and evaluate the status of each the Boards, Commissions and Committees.

Public Meetings About Gila County Redistricting

Public meetings have been scheduled to provide the public with another opportunity to participate in the Redistricting of the Gila County Supervisorial and Community College districts.

You can submit ideas and comments at any time but the public meetings will provide additional information about the redistricting process, information about a mapping tool that will be available on June 8, and instructions for submitting plans or ideas online.

Two public meetings will be held on Wednesday, June 8. The first one is at 1:30pm in the Tribal Council Chamber in San Carlos. The second will be in the Supervisors’ Hearing Room at the Gila County Courthouse at 6:pm.

Other meetings will be held in Tonto Basin on June 14, and in Payson and Star Valley on June 16.

Police Log

A juvenile was hit by a car yesterday evening in the area of Prickly Pear Drive. The juvenile was flown out and the driver of the car was cited.

There was a motorcycle accident with injuries Saturday morning on Highway 188. No futher information is available.

One driver was cited after a two vehicle accident Saturday morning at Main Street and Highway 60.

Three people were arrested for DUI in separate incidents Friday night: 23 year old Felicia Molinar, 25 year old Damian Powell and 21 year old Samuel Ailak.

Globe Police arrested 46 year old William Salter on Friday for disorderly conduct and shoplifting at the Claypool Safeway.

Globe Police are investigating an assault report; a report of sexual assault; a stolen vehicle report taken at a residence on Sixth Street; a report of shoplifting at Walmart; a burglary at Copper Country Mobile Home Park; and a harassment report taken at Copper Country Mobile Home Park.

Miami Police arrested 35 year old Richard Bingham for driving with a revoked license and possession of marijuana

56 year old Maria Beltran was arrested by Miami PD for disorderly conduct.

On Saturday the Gila County Sheriff’s Office arrested 36 year old Robert Hampton for assault and domestic violence.

Depuites are investigating a burglary in the area of Boston Street and a theft in the area of Bixby.

Obituary

Officer Matthew Wayne Schell of Globe passed away Thursday. He was 29. He is survived by his parents Steven and Linda Schell of Globe; his sister; and his brother.
The funeral for Matthew Schell will be tomorrow (Tuesday) at 11:am at High Desert Middle School Auditorium. Burial will be at Mountain View Cemetery in Mesa on Wednesday at 10:am. A procession from Miles Funeral Services in Globe to Mountain View Cemetery in Mesa will begin Wednesday at 8:30am.
The family suggests that memorial donations be made to the 100 Club of Arizona. They may be given at the Globe Police Department.

Memorial Day Ceremonies

The Town of Miami will have a Memorial Day ceremony on Monday. It starts at 9:am at the park on Sullivan Street in Miami.

The American Legion and Veterans of Foreign Wars will have a Memorial Day ceremony at 11:am Monday at Veterans Memorial Park at Globe City Hall. The Womens Auxillary will host a pot luck meal at the American Legion Post immediately following the ceremony.

Diamondbacks Discount for Military and First Responders

The Arizona Diamondbacks have created a discounted ticket program for military personnel and first responders, starting with Monday’s game against the Florida Marlins. It will continue through the remaining nine Sunday home games at Chase Field.

All active, reserve, retired and veteran military personnel as well as any active or retired fire and police personnel can receive a 50% discount for up to four tickets.

The tickets can be purchased at any Chase Field ticket window with valid identification.

Chamber of Commerce Annual Dinner June 23

The annual dinner for the Globe-Miami Chamber of Commerce will be Thursday, June 23 at the Dream Manor Inn. The dinner includes the annual business meeting of the Chamber as well as announcement of the Business of the Year.

Dinner tickets are $20 each and can be reserved by calling the Chamber at 425-4495.

Police Log

Yesterday evening the Gila County Task Force conducted a traffic stop on Highway 60. After a K-9 alert, 42 year old Bryan Ledbetter was arrested for possession of dangerous drugs and drug paraphernalia.

Gila County Sheriff’s Office arrested 31 year old Joshua David and 25 year old Okalena David for domestic violence.

23 year old Francis Hartnett was arrested on a contempt of court warrant.

30 year old inmate Adam Garcia was arrested on a contempt of court warrant.

The Sheriff’s Office is investigating an identity theft report from a residence on El Camino and criminal damage to a residence on Boyles.

Globe Police arrested 20 year old Alexandria Mabbitt for trespassing at the Globe Communitty Center swimming pool. Three juveniles were also referred to probation for trespassing.

Officers are investigating a burglary at a residence on Linda Vista Drive; a theft at a residence on Lyndsay Drive; and a theft at a residence on Sutherland

The mobile photo enforcement unit will be in the area of Highway 60 and the overpass.

Globe Police Officer Killed in Accident on US 60

The Globe Police Department regrets to announce the passing of Globe Police Officer Matthew Schell. Officer Schell was involved in a fatal single vehicle accident yesterday (Thursday) morning on Highway 60 just west of Superior.

Officer Schell had been with the Globe Police Department since August of 2008.

Monthly Hamburger Fry at 5:30pm Friday

The monthly hamburger fry at the Gila County Historical Museum begins Friday at 5:30pm.

This event is held the last Friday of every month during the summer and fall.

The all-you-can-eat meal is $5 a person.

Free Beginning Computer Classes

Globe Senior Center and the Globe Public Library are offering free Beginning Computer Classes starting Friday at 9:30am. This two session class is an introduction to the computer, Internet and the basic skills required to conduct searches and create an email account.

Sign up at the front desk or by phone at 425-9030.

Globe Community Pool Swimming Lessons

Registration times for swimming classes at the Globe Community Pool:

Friday 5/27 5:30 to 7:pm - Fry's (Correction)
Tuesday 5/31 11:am to 12:30pm - Globe Community Pool at the park
Wednesday 6/1 2 to 4:pm - Fry's
Friday 6/3 5;30 to 7:pm - Claypool Safeway

The cost is $30.00 a child (15 months to 15 years) for 8 lessons.

Morning classes are from 8:30am until Noon Monday through Thursday.
Evening classes are from 5:15 to 6:45pm Monday through Thursday.

If you have a teenager from 13 to 15 interested in introductory life guarding, contact Greg Haro at 928-200-3445 for more information on all swimming classes.

Cenpatico Seeking Grant Applications

Cenpatico of Arizona announces that it is seeking grant applications for Community Reinvestment Funds. Local leaders and community organizations are encouraged to apply.

Cenpatico is the Regional Behavioral Health Authority for Gila and seven other Arizona counties. Under its new contracts with the Arizona Department of Health Services, Cenpatico has committed to giving back a percentage of its after tax profits for community reinvestment. The program will make awards for each of its three Geographical Service Areas.

Previous grants have been awarded for projects like a new family shelter and a water splash park for children.

The deadline to submit a proposal is June 20. A final decision on the grants will be made by July 15.

For more information and details on how to apply, go to www.cenpaticoaz.com.

Miami Fiesta Sub Committee Meets Tonight

The Town of Miami Fiesta Sub Committee meets tonight (Thursday) at 6:00.

The Wastewater Advisory Board Meeting that was scheduled for 4:pm today and the Municipal Property Corporation Meeting scheduled for 5:pm have been postponed until Thursday, June 2.

Police Log

Nobody was hurt in an accident yesterday afternoon at Daybreak Drive.

49 year old Shirley Hinton was arrested last night for obstructing justice.

22 year old Ashley Henry of Wadsworth, Nevada was arrested for criminal damage to a residence on Apache Street.

A juvenile was referred to probation for shoplifting at the Globe Safeway.

Officers are investigating an attempted assault at a business on North Broad Street.

Globe PD says the mobile photo enforcement unit will be in the area of Highway 60 and the overpass.

Bookmark Contest Winners

Friends of the Globe Library Bookmark Contest Winners:

Pre-Kindergarten - 1st Place Josephine Cline, 2nd place Skyler, 3rd place Audrey Ana Riley

Grades 1st & 2nd - 1st place Ruby Parker, 2nd Place Andres Lopez, 3rd Place Hannah Brake

Grades 3rd & 4th - 1st Place Ashlyn McDonald, 2nd Place Kirsten Holiday, 3rd Place Nolan Johnson

Grades 5th and 6th - 1st Place and Best of Show Kendra Almon

Grades 7th and 8th - 1st Place Gracie Jones,, 2nd Place Rachael Ng

Grades 9th through 12th - 1st Place Sarah Jones

18 & over - 1st Place Maryn Belling, 2nd Place Lorie Sorenson

Bookmark winners will be copied and available to the public.

Copper Basin Coalition Meets Thursday

The Copper Basin Coalition’s monthly meeting is Thursday from 12 until 1:pm at the Chamber of Commerce.

Anyone concerned about youth in the community doing drugs, underage drinking, teen pregnancy, and domestic violence due to substance abuse is invited to attend.

Refreshments will be served.

Juggler to Perform at Globe Library

On Saturday, June 4 the Globe Public Library presents juggler James Reed. James has been delighting audiences for nearly thirty years. He’ll be sharing the stories behind his arts from around the world.

The performance starts at 10:am outside the Globe Library.

Memorial Day Ceremony

The American Legion and the Veterans of Foreign Wars are having a Memorial Day ceremony on Monday (May 30) at 11:am. It’s at Veterans Memorial Park at Globe City Hall.

The Women’s Auxillary is hosting a pot luck meal immediately following the ceremony at the American Legion Post.

Miami Library Closed Wednesday

Miami Memorial Library is closed today (Wednesday). The staff is attending a Gila County Librarian Meeting in Young.

Police Log

Canyon and Tri City Fire Departments responded to a brush fire yesterday afternoon on Highway 188 at MP 224. Tonto Forest personnel, Salt River Project and the Department of Public Safety also assisted.

Tri City Fire Department responded to a fire in the pump house at the Freeport mine. The fire was controlled and there was no further damage.

Nobody was hurt in a two vehicle accident around noon at Russell Road and Hope Lane.

No injuries were reported in another accident during the noon hour at Broad and Oak Street.

Miami Police arrested 34 year old Randy LaRue for disordertly conduct/domestic assault.

Globe Police are investigating a report of criminal damage at a business on North Broad Street.

Gila County Sheriff’s office took a report of an incorrigible juvenile who left a residence in the Grover Canyon area. The juvenile was entered into the state criminal computer as a runaway.

Deputies are also investigating a domestic dispute on Wilson Street.

Globe PD says the mobile enforcement unit will be in the area of Highway 60 and the overpass.

Globe School Board Meets Wednesday

Globe School Board meets Wednesday at 6:pm at Mofford Activity Center. The agenda includes a discussion and possible approval of relocating the Governing Board meetings to the High Desert Middle School Auditorium.

The Board will also consider policy changes to adapt to the new four day academic week.

Miami Hostetler Pool Opens May 31

Miami Hostetler Pool’s Grand Opening is Tuesday, May 31. The pool will be open Tuesday through Saturday from 11:am to 5:pm.

General admission is $2. Season passes are available at Miami Town Hall for $50 a person. Children 5 and under are admitted free and must be accompanied by an adult.

Pool rental fees are $65 an hour for a standard sized party. The cost for larger parties is negotiable.

Police Log

One person received minor injuries from a two vehicle accident yesterday morning on Jess Hayes Road.

Gila County Sheriff’s Office arrested 43 year old Daniel Gutierrez for domestic violence, disorderly conduct and criminal damage.

21 year old Matthew Miller was arrested for domestic violence disorderly conduct, assault, and false reporting to law enforcement in connection with an incident at Alhambra Mobile Home Park.

22 year old jail inmate Jacob Napolitano was served a warrant for failure to comply on a charge of driving with a suspended license.

Gila County Task Force arrested 22 year old Burton Yazzie on warrants for liquor to a minor and disorderly conduct-fighting.

Deputies are investigating harassing phone calls to a residence on Pinal Canyon Road and threats to an employee at the Gila County Courthouse.

Globe Police arrested 37 year old Robert Rodriquez on a child support warrant.

18 year old Derrick Rust was arrested for fraudulent schemes.

40 year old Annetta Sorenson was arrested for driving with a suspended license and false eporting.

Obituary

Lambert T. Benally of San Carlos passed away Sunday at Banner Good Samaritan Medical Center. He was 53. He is survived by 5 daughters; his son; his father; 4 brothers; 3 sisters; and 11 grandchildren.
The wake for Lambert “Tomcat” Benally is Saturday at 4:pm at World Evangelism Revival Center. The funeral is Sunday at 1:pm.

Medicare and Social Security Help at Globe Senior Center

Bess Bennett from Pinal-Gila Council for Seniors will be at Globe Senior Center Tuesday from 8 until Noon to help with Medicare and Social Security questions.

Discussion About Prisons on May 31

Gila County Supervisor Shirley Dawson is hosting a special roundtable discussion next Tuesday, May 31. It starts at 6:30pm in the Supervisors’ Hearing Room at the Gila County Courthouse. This discussion will be devoted solely to the proposed private prison issue.

The discussion will last one hour and those who attend should sign in and indicate if they wish to speak. The time allocated to each speaker will depend on how many people wish to speak.

For more information call 402-8511.

Globe Pool Opens May 28

The City of Globe Community Pool will be open May 28 through August 1. Hours for open swimming will be Noon to 5 every day. Lap swimming will be from 5 to 6:pm Monday through Friday.

Admission is $2 for ages 13 and over, $1 for ages 2-12, and children under 2 are admitted free.

For information about swimming lessons call 200-3445.

Miami Council Meets Tonight

A Miami Town Council Special Meeting will be held tonight (Monday) at 6:30. The agenda includes a letter to the USDA supporting grant and loan applications by the Tri-City Wastewater Sanitary District.

The Council will consider approving a railing along the sidewalk in front of the YMCA building, and making the area in front of the sidewalk a no parking area.

The Council will also consider an amendment to the Zoning Ordinance to enable the possibility of a Medical Marijuana dispensary in Miami by decreasing the required separation distances from residential zoning districts and churches.

Police Log

Globe PD says the photo enforcement unit will be in the area of Highway 60 and the overpass.

Nobody was hurt in a hit and run accident yesterday at Pine and Bailey. One driver was cited.

Last night Globe Police arrested 39 year old Michelle Gilmore for aggravated DUI.

On Saturday 30 year old Adam Garcia was arrested in connection with a case of shoplifting from Walmart that occurred earlier in the week. Garcia was charged with felony shoplifting, organized retail theft, removal of a detction device and trafficking in stolen property.

36 year old Kimberley Sutton was arrested for domestic violence assault after a disturbance in Copper Country Mobile Home Park. 44 year old David Sutton was also arrested for disorderly conduct.

21 year old Joseph Gomez was arrested Saturday for extreme DUI, possession of marijuana, use of marijuana and possession of drug paraphernalia. Gomez had already been cited on Friday night for extreme DUI.

37 year old Tawnya Calvillo was arrested on a child support warrant.

Officers are investigating an assault that ocurred in the Walmart parking lot; criminal damage to a fence at Globe Cemetery; shoplifting at the Claypool Safeway; a report of a runaway juvenile; and a theft at Walmart.

Department of Public Safety in Flagstaff arrested 30 year old Lamonica Baylish of Globe on a warrant for driving with a suspended license.

Navajo County Sheriff’s Office arrested 30 year old Derek Polk of San Carlos on a failure to appear warrant for shoplifting.

Gila County Sheriff’s Office in Payson arrested 20 year old Jacob Conrad of Globe on a failure to comply warrant for criminal damage.

Gila County Sheriff’s Office is investigating a delayed report of a domestic disturbance in the area of Russell Road and a domestic incident that occurred on Wilson Street.

ADOT Says Allow Extra Time for Holiday Travel

The Arizona Department of Transporation advises everyone who plans to travel over the Memorial Day weekend to keep existing highway work zones in mind. Even when projects are shut down for the holiday, there are work zones with lane closures that will affect traffic. Be sure to allow extra travel time and consider traveling in non-peak hours—especially earlier in the day before traffic builds up.

Before heading out on the road, call 5-1-1 for travel conditions or visit www.az511.gov.

One of the work zone locations to be aware of is State Route 260 east of Payson where there are widening projects. If you’re traveling to the Rim Country over the Memorial day weekend be prepared for slower traffic at times.

Police Log

The Gila County Sheriff’s Office has identified the body found in the burning vehicle on Forest Service Road 177 on April 28. It is 58 year old Tempe resident Nicholas Golovin. The Sheriff’s Office and the Medical Examiner’s Office are working together to determine the cause of death. More information will be released as it becomes available.

Globe PD says the mobile photo enforcement unit will be in the area of Highway 60 and the overpass again today.

Last night Globe Police followed up on a shoplifting case and arrested 19 year old Renee Bookout for shoplifting.

Officers are investigating a burglary from a vehicle at a residence on Banker; a stolen property report taken at Fry’s; and shoplifting at the Claypool Safeway.

A Gila County Sheriff’s deputy cited an inmate at the Juvenile Detention Center for criminal damage to his cell.

Obituary

John L. Jones of Top of the World passed away Wednesday. He was 71.
A Memorial Service for John Jones will be held tomorrow (Saturday) at 11:am at Word of Life Assembly of God in Miami.

'Cruisin' Main Street Car Show'

The fourth annual Cruisin’ Main Street Car Show will be held in Superior on Saturday, June 4. They'll have an Auto Parts Swap Meet, food and entertainment, and Best Car Contest.

Entry fee is $15. For more information call the Superior Chamber of Commerce at 520-689-0200.

Habitat Dedication and Open House

A Dedication and Open House for the latest Habitat for Humanity house starts at 3:pm Sunday (May 22).

The house is at 1487 Upper Pinal Creek Road in Globe.

Mansion Tours and 'The Usual Suspects' at BTA

Boyce Thompson Arboretum is giving tours of the Picket Post Mansion tomorrow (Saturday) and Sunday from 8:am until3:pm.

Also on Saturday and Sunday, they’ll have grilled bratwursts for a donation of $5 a plate, including chips and a drink. Live music on Sunday will be provided by the Americana group, the Usual Suspects.

National Safe Boating Week Begins Saturday

National Safe Boating Week begins Saturday (May 21). Arizona ranks 5th in the nation for boating accidents. About 84% of drowning victims in recreational boating accidents did not wear a life jacket.

The National Safe Boating Council says accidents happen too fast to reach for stowed life jackets. But new styles are comfortable and lightweight. So don’t just carry a life jacket—wear it.

Obituary

Baby Marcus Morales Thompson of Globe passed away May 13 at Cobre Valley Regional Medical Center. Marcos is suvived by his parents Morgan and Jennifer Thompson; his grandparents and his great grandparents
The funeral for Marcos Thompson will be Saturday at 10:am at Stanley Hall in Bylas.

'Name the Senior Center' Contest

Globe Senior Center is having a contest to choose a new name. Numerous studies indicate that “younger” seniors and others won’t go to a place called “Senior” Center. So, they’re having a “Name the Senior Center” contest.

First prize is $25. The deadline is Tuesday, May 31. Send in or drop off your ideas to the Globe Senior Center.

Police Log

Globe PD says that the mobile photo enforcement unit will be in the area of Highway 60 and the overpass today.

Gila County Sheriff’s Office arrested 2 people last night after a disturbance at Pueblo Heights Mobile Home Park. 39 year old Minnie Lucero and 40 year old Wanda Talkalai were charged with disorderly conduct and domestic violence.

Gila County Task Force arrested 21 year old Malorie Tucker on a failure to appear warrant for possession of drug paraphernalia.

Globe Police arrested 26 year old Francisco Martinez for domestic violence and disorderly conduct after a domestic dispute at Copper Country Mobile Home Park.

25 year old Erica Statham was arrested at a traffic stop for two outstanding warrants and possession of drug paraphernalia.

47 year old Robert Armstrong of Payson was arrested for shoplifting yesterday at the Hill Street Safeway.

Officers are investigating fraudulent use of a credit card and criminal damage at a residence on Banker Avenue.

Obituaries

Flo Blair passed away Saturday at Heritage Health Care Center. She was 102.
The funeral for Flo Blair will be Saturday at 1:pm at the LDS Church in Pima.

Mat Stauffer, Jr. of San Carlos passed away last week. He was 31. He is survived by his parents Mat Stauffer, Sr. and Donna Sue Dawahoya; 6 children; his sister; and 9 brothers.
The wake for Mat Stauffer, Jr. will be Friday at 4:pm at the Johnson residence in San Carlos. The funeral is Saturday at 1:00.

Police Log

Nobody was hurt in a two vehicle accident yesterday morning on Hill Street. One driver was cited for failure to control his vehicle to avoid a collision.

Globe Police arrested 28 year old Cory Riley for criminal trespassing.

A juvenile was arrested at an address on East Crestwood for trespassing and false reporting to a law enforcement officer.

37 year old Denton Tanner was arrested yesterday for shoplifting.

Officers are investigating a theft report taken at Cobre Valley Regional Medical Center.

Globe PD says the mobile photo enforcement unit will be in the area of Escudilla Drive.

Tempe Police arrested 28 year old Robert Anderson of Globe on two warrants for child support.

Department of Public Safety arrested 44 year old Monica Garcia of Globe on a failure to comply warrant for driving with a suspended license.

28 year old Destinie Garcia of Globe was arrested by DPS on failure to comply warrants for false reporting and driving with a suspended license.

Obituary

Former Globe-Miami resident James H. Williams passed away Saturday. He is survived by his wife Cindy; 3 sons, including Steve Williams of Globe; and 7 grandchildren.
Visitation for James Williams will be Saturday from 11 until 1 at Miles Funeral Services Globe. The funeral is at 1:00.

Riley Mawson Named AIA Male Student of the Year

Miami High School’s Riley Mawson was named the Male Student of the Year at the Arizona Interscholastic Association’s Champions Award Luncheon in Surprise. Mawson was a multisport star at Miami while carrying a 4.02 grade point average.

The Arizona Republic reports that Cave Creek Cactus Shadows soccer player Lauren Lazo is the Female Student of the Year. Lazo will play for Princeton next season.

The athletic programs of Laakeside Blue Ridge and Nogales High received the Directors’ Cup award.

Anthem Boulder Creek baseball coach Joe McDonald was named Coach of the Year.

Hearing Device Info at Globe Senior Center

Michelle Michael from the Arizona Commission for the Deaf and Hard of Hearing will be at the Globe Senior Center Wednesday at 11:am. She’ll give the latest information about hearing device technology.

Picket Post Mansion Tours This Weekend

The Boyce Thompson Arboretum is giving tours of the Picket Post Mansion this Saturday and Sunday (May 21 and 22) to make up for the tour that was cancelled on May 8 because of the Picket fire.

Tours will be from 8:am to 3:pm each day and are $20 a person.

Gosar Introduces Land Exchange Bill

The Arizona Geology blog reports that 1st District Congressman Paul Gosar has introduced legislation in the US House to effect the land exchange needed by Resolution Copper to develop its underground mine near Superior. Gosar’s two predecessors—Ann Kirkpatrick and Rick Renzi—also pushed for similar legislation.

Renzi was indicted for his involvement in related land deals and the bill was tainted by association.

The Hill newspaper says that one of the main differneces between Gosar’s bill and Kirkpatrick’s bill is that Gosar’s bill requires an environmental impact study after the land is given to Resolution Copper rather than before.

Police Log

Yesterday the Gila County Sheriff’s Office took a theft report in the Ice House Canyon area.

Globe Police are investigating a sexual assault report.

Globe PD says the mobile photo enforcement unit will be in the area of Escudilla Drive today.

'Destination Arizona'

Arizona Tourism video via RimCountry.com.

Copper Valley Relay for Life

This year’s Copper Valley Relay for Life will take place on Friday and Saturday June 10 and 11 at Harbison Field. It starts Friday night at 5:30 and continues until 6:am. Teams of people will be camping out and taking turns running around the track.

Relay for Life brings together millions of people nationwide to raise money to help prevent cancer, save lives, and diminish suffering from the disease.

For more information contact Mickie Nye at 701-1111 or Gail Lenox at 200-9777. Visit the website at www.relayforlife.org/globeaz.

Supervisors Meet Tuesday

Gila County Board of Supervisors meets Tuesday at 10:am. The Supervisors will consider authorizing two letters to the US Department of Agriculture in support of the Pinal Sanitary District and Cobre Valley Sanitary District’s grant application to the Rural Utilities Wastewater Program.

Financial Advice at Globe Senior Center

Tom Anderson from Consumer Credit Services will discuss how to understand your finances and improve them Tuesda) at 10:30am at the Globe Senior Center. If you attend the workshop, lunch is free, but you must sign up in advance. Call 425-9030.

Local Arizona Centennial Event Planning Meetings on Tuesdays

The Gila Historical Museum Board of Directors has taken on the assignment of coordinating the Globe-Miami area events for the Arizona Centennisal Celebration.

A committee of those interested in this project meets on Tuesdays at Noon at the Gila County Historuical Museum. Any group planning an event is invited to attend these meetings.

For more information contact Vernon Perry at 425-3666.

Diamondbacks Free Military Ticket Offer Extended Through This Week's Homestand

The Arizona Diamondbacks have extended their free ticket offer to military personnel to any of the seven games during this week’s homestand against the San Diego Padres, Atlanta Braves and Minnesota Twins in honor of Military Appreciation Month.

All active, reserve and retired military personnel with a valid military identification card may receive two Baseline Reserve tickets when showing identification at any Chase Field ticket office this week.

Miami Memorial Day Ceremony on May 30

The Town of Miami will have a Memorial Day ceremony at Veterans Memorial Park on Monday, May 30 at 9:am. There will be a guest speaker and the Mayor will read the Presidential Proclamation.

Light refeshments will be served after the ceremony.

Police Log

Globe Police, the Gila County Sheriff’s Office and the Arizona Department of Public Safety were involved in a vehicle pursuit yesterday afternoon. The vehicle was located at Prospect and Blazer where the suspects fled on foot. Two people were located and charged with possession of a narcotic drug and possession of drug paraphernalia. 53 year old James Martinez and 27 year old Brenda Robinson were booked into the Gila County Jail. Globe PD also charged Martinez with aggravated assault on a police officer.

Miami Police arrested 31 year old Albert Reyes for assault/domestic violence.

41 year old Henry Moreno was arrested for harassment.

Gila County Sheriff’s Office arrested 38 year old Loretta Zamora for domestic violence/disorderly conduct and reckless driving.

On Friday the Sheriff’s Office arrested 23 year old Carl Teague on a failure to comply warrant for driving with a suspended license.

Apache Junction Police arrested 21 year old Harlan Hughes of Globe on a child support warrant.

Globe Police arrested 57 year old Randy Shank on a child support warrant.

Officers are investigating an attempted burglary on North Bancroft Street; a theft at Globe Mobile Home Park; and a burglary at a residence on Thrd Street.

US 60 and SR 77 Road Work Begins Wednesday

The Arizona Department of Transportation will be sealing pavement cracks on a 11 mile stretch of US 60 from May 18 through June 8. Crews will work Monday through Friday from 5:am to 7:pm.Drivers can expect delays of up to 30 minutes. Wide loads more than 12 feet will not be permitted during working hours.ADOT says motorists from Globe-Miami, Superior and Kearny should allow extra time for travel to and from the Phoenix metropolitan area.

ADOT will also be applying a coat of rejuvenating oil to a three mile stretch of State Route 77 between Globe and Winkelman. The work begins on Wednesday, May 18 and will continue through Thursda, May 19. Lane closures will be in effect from 7:am to 5:pm, five miles south of Globe. Drivers can expect delays of up to 30 minutes.

Obituaries

Margaret Aurora Cordero Frias passed away last week at her home in Miami. She was 89. She is survived by 2 sisters; her brother; her children Carmen Tucker, Lupe Ochoa; and David, Sylvester, and Roman Cordero; and several great grandchildren and great great grandchildren.
Visitation for Margaret Frias is tomorrow (Tuesday) at 9:am at Our Lady of the Blessed Sacrament Church. Rosary is at 9:30 and Mass is at 10:00.

Gordon B. Norton passed away last week at Hospice of the Valley in Phoenix. He was 87.
He is survived by 2 daughters, 3 grandchildren and 4 great grandchildren.
A Memorial Service for Gordon Norton will be held Friday (May 20) at 11:am at Trinity Baptist Church.

'Old West Days' Video: 'Cat Ballou'

One of my favorite movies from the 60's.

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'Old West Days' Video: 'Cowboy Time'

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'Old West Days' Video: 'The Sheriff Tends Bar'

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Blogger.com Technical Problems, Blog Posts Dumped After Wednesday AM

Technical problems at blogger.com resulted in the "temporary" removal of all blog posts since Wednesday morning and no new posts could be published on Friday. (Details here.)

Unfortunately, this included the removal of all posts on this blog about weekend local events. This is a shame because there are some fun "Old West Days" events going on, including the Street Fair in downtown Globe, a performance about Wyatt Earp at the Center for the Arts, and the Copper Dust Rodeo.

Blogger was restored on Friday night and blog posts were being restored.

But as of 3:15pm Saturday, the missing posts have not been restored to this KIKO News blog. I hope they will be eventually.

In the meantime, I will post some fun Old West-related features here and on my Facebook page, which I have never really used much and am turning into a supplement to this blog.

Letter Carrier Food Drive This Saturday

The National Association of Letter Carriers is conducting their 19th annual National Food Drive this Saturday. Food collected will be distributed to local food banks.

Just place a food donation next to your mailbox. Your Letter Carrier will pick up your donation and deliver it to the food bank.

Globe Presents 'Old West Days'

The City of Globe is presenting Old West Days in downtown Globe this weekend, beginning with the Grand Parade starting at 9:am.

The Street Fair begins immediately after the parade by the Old Courthouse and the Historic Railroad Depot. Entertainment inlcudes music, horse drawn wagon rides, storytellers and old west shootouts.There will also be lots of food, crafts and guided tours of the Historic Jail, Old Courthouse and Globe Cemetery.

Fire Restrictions on Tonto National Forest

Fire restrictions went into effect this week on the Tonto National Forest due to drought conditions, hot temperatures and increased fire danger. Most types of fire or fire-causing activities are prohibited.

Building, maintaining, attending or using a fire, campfire or charcoal-burning device is prohibited.

Restrictions also apply to smoking outside of a cleared area, operating internal combustion power tools, using welding equipment or torches with open flames, operating combustion engines without spark-arresting devices, or discharging firearms except in accordance with Arizona hunting laws.

However, the use of petroleum-fueled stoves, lanterns, and heating devices are allowed, and some developed campgrounds are also exempted from the restrictions.

Also remember that all fireworks are prohibited on the Tonto National Forest at all times.

Obituary

Opal E. Spitler of Globe passed away Saturday at Northwest Medical Center in Tucson. She was 86. She is survived by her daughter Verlene Breckenridge; and her sons Curley and Berry Spitler.
Visitation for Opal Spitler is tomorrow (Friday) at Noon at Lamont Mortuary. The funeral is at 1:00.

'Wyatt Earp: A Life on the Frontier'

The Cobre Valley Center for the Arts presents Wyatt Earp: A Life on the Frontier at 1:pm on Saturday. The play is set in the mid 1920’s. An elderly Wyatt Earp tells of his adventures during the final days of the American frontier. The play features The Contemporary Wyatt Earp, a descendent of the historic Wyatt. It has toured throughout the Southwest, as well as Alaska, England, Hungary, Ireland and Scotland.

Tickets are $10 and are available at the Center for the Arts Front Desk. For information call 425-0884.

"Bawdy Broad Street Tour' is Back

The Bawdy Broad Street Tour returns Friday as part of this weekend’s Old West Days activities. The history walking tour visits the bars, bordello’s and gambling establishments of Globe’s colorful past.

Tours begin at 6:30pm inside the historic 1910 Sheriff’s Office and Jail. Tickets are $5.

GCC Offers 'More Kids in the Woods' Camps

Gila Community College is offering “More Kids in the Woods” science camps to local students this summer. The goal of the camps is to connect kids to the forest and the natural world so they can learn and teach others about good stewardship, land ethics and forest health. The program is a partnership with the US Forest Service, NRCS, U of A Cooperative Extension, and EAC Gear-Up.

There will be four camps split by grade level, ncluding kindergarten through 2nd grade; 3rd through 6th grade; 7th through 9th grade; and 10th through 12th grade.

Application forms are available at the Gila Pueblo Campus administration office. For information call Dean Patricia Burke at 425-8481.

Globe Senior Center Golf Tournament

The Globe Senior Center’s 1st Annual Golf Tournament will take place next Saturday, May 21. Teams of three will compete for a $400 first prize and $200 second prize. Other contests include a $500 Hole in One, $50 Straightest Drive, and Double Your Money—Within the Circle.

The entry fee is $40 a golfer. For information call Ron Chesley at 928-961-0519.

Miami Library Book Sale Extended

The Friends of the Miami Memorial Library have extended their Spring Book Sale until Friday. There is still a large collection of like-new hardback and paperbacks, and the “$1 bag of books” rooms.

'Picket Fire' Contained

The Picket Fire near Superior was completely contained Tuesday. The fire started Sunday morning near the Boyce Thompson Arboretum. It burned more than 1300 acres.

The cause of the fire is under investigation.

Greer Lodge Remains Open After Fire

The popular Greer Lodge in the White Mountains is still open following a fire that destroyed the main lodge early Tuesday morning. Only one of the ten rooms of the main lodge was occupied at the time of the fire and no injuries were reported.

The Arizona Republic reports that the Greer Fire Department and the Apache County Sheriff’s Office have requested that a fire investigator and a Phoenix unit of the federal Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms and Explosives determine the cause of the fire.

Hotel officials say the rest of Greer Lodge remains open. They say they will rebuild the lodge building. And they will replace the lodge’s restaurant quickly by reopening the nearby Neon Moon restaurant that closed in December.

Police Log

Nobody was hurt in a two vehicle accident yesterday morning on Broad Street. One driver was cited for unsafe backing.

There were no injuries in an accident yesterday at the Globe Post Office.

Globe Police Department says that today the mobile enforcement unit will be in the area of East Mesquite Street.

Officers were dispatched to a residence on 6th Street about a man who was refusing to leave. 21 year old Joshua Robles was found to have an outstanding warrant. He was arrested on that warrant and booked into the Gila County Jail.

21 year old Adam Shores was arrested yesterday on a failure to comply warrant for criminal damage.

Officers are investigating an assault at Globe High School.

28 year old Frederica Upshaw of Peridot turned herself in at the Gila County Sheriff’s Office. Upshaw had a failure to comply warrant for DUI.

Sheriff’s deputies are investigating a theft from a vehicle in the Makey’s Camp area and damage to a residence on Noble Drive.

Obituary

Patterson David Logan of Globe passed away Friday at Copper Mountain Inn. He was 90.
The funeral for Patterson Logan is Friday at 11:am at Central Heights Baptist Church.

Lane Closures on US 70 Near Globe

Lane closures will contuinue through Thursday on US 70 near Globe.

ADOT is applying a coat of rejuvenating oil to the roadway surface on US 70 from mileposts 271 to 287. Lane closures will be in effect from 7:am until 5:pm. Drivers can expect delays of up to 30 minutes.

View Vintage Photos at Bullion Plaza

Wednesday's Miami Hardscrabble program is about vintage photography. Jeremy Rowe will share his collection of photos and old postcards from the pioneer period of Arizona history.

The program is free and it starts at 7:00 at the Bullion Plaza Cultural Center and Museum.

Coach Paul Petty Dies in Florida at 82

Former Globe and Miami High School Coach Paul Petty passed away April 26 in Saint Cloud, Florida at the age of 82.

Coach Petty was a member of the Arizona Coaches Association Hall of Fame, the Miami High School Sports Hall of Fame, Fellowship of Christian Athletes Hall of Fame, and Hardin-Simmons University Athletic Hall of Fame. He received the 1997 Outstanding Coaches Award from the National Football Foundation and College Hall of Fame. He was the head coach of multiple All Star football games over six decades.

A memorial service for Coach Paul Petty will be held in Arizona this summer. Details will be released by his family as plans materialize.

Police Log

Nobody was hurt in a two vehicle accident yesterday at Sycamore and Sutherland Street. 33 year old Holly Renteria was cited for driving with a suspended license.

18 year old Tonalyn Gregg was arrested last night for underage consumption.

Officers are investigating criminal damage to a school bus and a harassment report.

Gila County Sheriff’s Office arrested 27 year old Aaron Bates on warrants for failure to comply on charges of criminal damage, domestic violence and disorederly conduct. Bates also had warrants for failure to appear for possession of drug paraphernalia and obstructing a court order.

49 year old Larry Rhodes wsa arrested on a disorderly conduct warrant.

Obituaries

Maurice Guerra passed away last week at his home in Globe. He was 73. He is survived by his wife Angela Jean; his son; his daughter; 2 brothers; 2 sisters; 4 grandchildren.
Visitation for Maurice Guerra is Thursday at 10:am at Holy Angels Catholic Church. The funeral is at 11:00.

Trudy Harmon passed away last week at her home in San Manuel. She was 54. She is survived by her husband Ken; her mother; her son; her stepson; 2 stepdaughters; her sister; and 5 brothers.
A Memorial Service for Trudy Harmon will be held Thursday at 6:pm at the Globe VFW.

Linda Diane Nash of San Carlos passed away last week at Banner Baywood Medical Center in Mesa. She was 53. She is survived by her son Samuel Victor, Jr.
The wake for Linda Nash will be Friday at 4:pm at the Nash residence. The funeral is Saturday at 1:pm at San Carlos Miracle Church.

Twila Solberg of Globe passed away last week at Copper Mountain Inn. She was 79. She is survived buy her sons Robert and Terry Solberg; her daughter Karen Esparza; 9 grandchildren, 10 great grandchildren and 1 great great grandchild.
A Memorial Service for Twila Solberg will be held next Thursday (May 19) at10:am at Lamont Mortuary.

Fire Restrictions on State Trust Lands

Arizona State Forestry Division announces fire restrictions on State Trust Lands beginning Wednesday at Noon.The restrictions will continue through July 31 or until further notice.

The restrictions have become necessary due to increased fire danger and are being implemented to prevent human caussed wildfires. Contributing factors are high temperature, low humidity and high wind, as well as dry brush and grasses.

Campfires and charcoal burning devices are prohibited. But petroleum-fueled stoves, lanterns or heating devices are permitted.

Smoking is prohibited unless it is within an enclosed vehicle, building or developed campground.

Welding or using an open flame device is also prohibited.

And, as always, fireworks are not allowed on State Trust Lands.

Globe Senior Center Activities This Week

May is Older Americans Month. The Globe Senior Center has a lot of activities planned for May.

Tom Anderson from Consumer Credit Services will talk about “Understanding Money and Credit” tomorrow (Tuesday) at 10:30. If you attend the workshop, lunch is free. But you must sign up in advance by calling 425-9030.

On Thursday the Center is hosting a Holocaust survivor from Hungary. George Kalman will have a talk and discussion at 10:30. The National Days of Remembrance video will be shown just before that at 9:30. The entire community is invited. If you’d like to stay for lunch, make a reservation by calling 425-9030. The cost is $2.50 for those over 60, $5 if you’re under 60.

The Senior Center will celebrate Old West Days and the Copper Dust Rodeo on Friday at 10:30am.

Police Log

One person was air transported to Maricopa Medical Center after a single vehicle accident yesterday afternoon in the area of Hunter Drive.

There were no injuries in an accident last night on Sutherland.

Nobody was hurt Saturday morning in a two vehicle accident near Ash and Sixth Street. A driver was cited for failure to control his vehicle to avoid an accident.

One person was cited after an injury accident Saturday night at Kaiser Crossing.

A one vehicle injury accident occurred late Saturday night on US 60 at Mile Marker 253. The accident is under investigation.

No injuries were reported in an accident Friday afternoon near a business on Hill Street.

Yesterday Globe Police arrested 37 year old Shannon Champney for driving with a suspended license and false reporting to law enforcement.

29 year old Adam Garcia was arrested Saturday night at the Claypool Safeway for domestic violence and use of dangerous drugs. 21 year old Malorie Tucker was also charged with domestic violence.

32 year old James Anderson was arrested Saturday night for domestic violence at a residence on South Hill Street.

31 year old Bradley Donn was arrested Saturday for fraudulent schemes.

A juvenile was referred to juvenile authorities Friday for assault after throwing fireworks at another patron at a business on East Ash.

Globe Police arrested 46 year old Louie Ballesteros Friday night for DUI.

Officers are investigating a shoplifting at the Hunter Drive Circle K and a burglary at a business on Highway 70.

Miami Police arrested 29 year old Desiree Valenzuela on a warrant for driving with a suspended license.

38 year old Polly James was arrested for driving with a suspended license.

Phoenix Police arrested 30 year old Justin Nosie of Peridot on an assault warrant.

Obituaries

Antonio V. Chaidez of Miami passed away Friday in Mesa. He was 85.
Visitation for Antonio Chaidez is tomorrow (Tuesday) at Noon at Miles Funeral Services Miami. The funeral is at 1:00.

Manuel P. Zaragoza of Globe passed away last week at Copper Village Assisted Living. He was 91.
Visitation for Manuel Zaragoza 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.

Wildfire Near Superior

A wildfire that started Sunday morning near Boyce Thompson Arboretum in Superior has burned about 250 acres. US 60 was closed for several hours Sunday but reopened around 7:pm.

A Type 2 crew from the San Carlos Apache Reservation and the Apache Junction and Queen Valley Fire Departmeents have been at the scene.

The cause of the fire is under investigation.

Police Log

Globe Police arrested two people last night at a residence on Blake Street. 24 year old Adrianne Kitcheyan and 46 year old Vincent Winston were charged with kidnapping, aggravated assault, vulnerable adult abuse, and sexual abuse. Winston was also charged with attempted sexual assault.

During a traffic stop last night on Halby Court, an officer arrested a passenger in the vehicle, 19 year old Jesse Miller. Miller had two outstanding warrants and was also charged with false reporting to law enforcement.

Officers are investigating and a shoplifting report taken at a business on East Ash and a harassment complaint

The Gila County Sheriff’s Office arrested two people last night at a residence on Woodward. 29 year old Loren Philpot was charged with domestic violence/disorderly conduct. 60 year old Gerald Philpot was charged with domestic violence/disorderly conduct and assault.

Deputies are investigating a theft at a residence on Block Avenue and criminal damage to a residence on Kellner Canyon.

Free Storm Spotter Training

A free training will be held in Globe on Saturday to teach people how to properly identify and report significant weather phenomena to the National Weather Service.

The Workshop is from 10:am until Noon at Gila County Emergency Services on Apache Avenue in Central Heights.

If you’d like to learn to be a Storm Spotter call 928-402-8805.

'Old West Days' Kick Off Dance Saturday Night

The City of Globe’s “Old West Days” Kick Off Dance will be held Staurday night from 6 until 10 at the Drift Inn Saloon.

The Tequilla Highway Band will perform along with the Southwest Legends Gunfighters.

Admission is $5.

For more information about Old West Days visit www.GlobeAZ.gov.

First Friday Program Highlights 1951 Court Case

The May First Friday program will highlight an interesting court case in a presentation at the Bullion Plaza Cultural Center and Museum.

Arizona passed a statute in 1951 giving school boards the option to desegregate. The Globe and Miami school boards decided to do so. They closed two African American schools, firing the teachers there.

Two teachers filed a lawsuit against the school boards. Dr. Christine Marin will discuss the background and results of the case in her presentation Friday night at 6:00.

Miami Library Book Sale This Saturday

The Friends of the Miami Memorial Library are holding their annual Spring Book Sale on Saturday.

They will have a large selection of like-new hard cover books for a dollar each and paperbacks for fifty cents each. The sale rooms will also have “bag of books for a buck.”

The book sale is Saturday from 9:am until 1:pm.

Blue Planet Film Fest Arizona

The First Annual Blue Planet Film Fest Arizona will be held next week in the Mill Avenue District in Tempe. The film lineup includes more than a dozen world and US premieres of environmental and animal welfare films.

The event includes fest-themed vendor booths and vegan gourmet snacks. And the admission price includes lunch and dinner gourmet vegan buffets, and post-screening audience interactive events.

Blue Planet Film Fest runs Thursday, May 12 through Sunday, May 15.

Police Log

Canyon Fire Department put out a brush fire yesterday afternoon at Beer Tree and Walliman Road. No injuries were reported.

Department of Public Safety in Tucson arrested 36 year old Keith Morrison of Tucson on three Globe Regional Justice Court warrants for bad checks.

Gila County Sheriff’s Office is investigating illegal dumping of furniture and trash on Abiquiu Way.

Globe Police are investigating a theft at Walmart.

Obituaries

Olen Ray Clark of Globe passed away Tuesday at St. Joseph’s Hospital in Phoenix. He was 65.
A Memorial Service for Olen Clark will be held tomorrow (Friday) at 3:pm at Miles Funeral Services Globe.

Irene Bush of San Carlos passed away last week at Trillium Specialty Hospital in Mesa. She was 87. She is survived by 7 children; 18 grandchildren, 19 great grandchildren and 2 great great grandchildren.
Visitation for Irene Bush is tomorrow (Friday) at 11:am at the Assembly of God Church in San Carlos. The funeral is at 1:00.

'Fee Free Friday' at BTA

Boyce Thompson Arboretum is having a “fee free Friday” this week (May 7) to celebrate National Public Gardens Day.

There will be no admission charge all day Friday at the Boyce Thompson Arboretum near Superior.

Lane Restrictions Next Week Between Globe and White Mountains

The Arizona Department of Transportation will close lanes on US 60, State Route 73, and State Route 260 next week. Maintenance crews will be applying rejuvenating oil to protect and preserve the pavement. You can expect delays of up to 15 minutes.

Lane restrictions will be in effect from 6:am to 6:pm on Monday (May 9) through the Salt River Canyon.

On Tuesday through Thursday they will be working on State Route 73 between US 60 and Fort Apache.

Friday (May 13) there will be lane restrictions on State Route 260 just west of Heber and at Indian Pine.

Globe Library Needs Donated Items for Crafts

The Globe Public Library is preparing for the annual Summer Reading Program. They will be providing special guests, stories and crafts.

The library needs donations of:
Shoe boxes (with lids attached)
Brown paper bags
2 liter plastic soda bottle
Large paper plates
Bamboo barbecue skewers
Feathers of all colors
Empty frozen juice cans
10" or larger wooden embroidery hoops
Toilet paper rolls
Water balloons
Posters/decorations having to do with traveling or other states, countries,etc.

If you are traveling this summer, please send the library a post card from the place you are visiting.

For information about how you can help with the Summer Reading Program, call the library at 425-6111.

Public Hearing About Four Day Week for Globe Schools

Globe School Board is holding a Public Hearing tonight (Wednesday) at 5:30 about the four day academic week.

A Regular Meeting follows the Public Hearing. The Board will consider approving the four day week and a Budget Committee recommendation to increase retiree work days from 15 to 20 days.

The meetings are in the High Desert Middle School Auditorium.

Police Log

Local fire agencies responded to a brush fire yesterday morning in the area of Four Star Mobile Home Park. The fire was extinguished and a report was taken.

Someone tried to register a stolen vehicle yesterday at the Motor Vehicle Department. The car was returned to the original owner and a report was taken.

Globe Police arrested 48 year old Charles Henson for criminal damage at Globe Mobile Home Park.

54 year old Susan Koepf was arrested yesterday for extreme DUI.

Officers are investigating criminal damage to a business on East Highway 60 and criminal damage to a residence on East Ash.

Letter Carrier Food Drive May 14

The National Association of Letter Carriers is conducting their 19th annual National Food Drive on Saturday, May 14. Food collected will be distributed to local food banks.

Just place a food donation next to your mailbox. Your Letter Carrier will pick up your donation and deliver it to the food bank.

Mining and Mineral Museum Closes

The Arizona Mining and Mineral Museum in Phoenix was shut down over the weekend. The closure came about a month earlier than expected in order to convert into the Arizona Experience Museum which will be part of the Arizona Centennial celebration. It will reopen in the fall of 2012.

The Arizona Geology blog says the Flagg Foundation and others who have minerals on loan to the museum began removing them last week to prepare for the remodeling.

For more information check out Dick Zimmerman's Mineral Museum Madness blog.

Obituaries

Sharon Ann Arrona of Mesa passed away Friday. She was 61.
Visitation for “Sheri” Arrona is today (Tuesday) at 9:am at Our Lady of the Blessed Sacrament Church. Rosary is at 9:30 and Mass is at 10:00.

Maurico Chavez of Miami passed away Friday. He was 84.
Visitation for “Mauro” Chavez 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.

Gladys Lorena Pistol of Roosevelt passed away Friday. She was 80. She is survived by her daughter; 3 sons; 12 grandchildren and 5 great grandchildren.
Visitation for Gladys Pistol will be Tuesday, May 10 at 10:am at Roosevelt Baptist Church. The funeral is at 11:00.

Relay for Life Meetings

The American Cancer Society Relay for Life is holding a committee and Team Captain meeting Tuesday in the Supervisor’s Hearing Room at the Gila County Courthouse.

The committee meeting starts at 5:00 and the Team Captain meeting begins at 6.

Financial Advice at Globe Senior Center

Tom Anderson from Consumer Credit Services will be at the Globe Senior Center Tuesday at 10:30 to discuss “Managing Income and Expenses.”

If you attend the workshop, lunch is free. But you need to sign up in advance. Call 425-9030.

Supervisors Meet Tuesday

Gila County Board of Supervisors meets Tuesday morning at 10:00. They’ll consider an agreement with the Arizona Department of Housing for funds to help qualified residents with housing rehabilitation.

There will be a Public Hearing on a Planning and Zoning Ordinance allowing the establishing of dispensaries and cultivation sites for medical marijuana.

Police Log

On Friday afternoon local fire agencies responded to a structure fire at an abandoned house on Mackey’s Hill. There were no injuries and the fire was restricted to the structrure and nearby brush.

One person was flown to the hospital after a one vehicle accident Saturday night on Highway 60.

Nobody was hurt in a two vehicle accident Friday evening on Hopi Lane.

Early this morning a Gila County Sheriff’s deputy on patrol noticed a burglary in progress at a residence on Highway 188. Globe and Miami PD assisted. 23 year old Joseph Duarte was arrested for burglary, criminal trespass and warrants for drug paraphernalia, child support and obstructing justice. 24 year old Malani Rivera was charged with burglary and criminal trespass.

21 year old Malorie Tucker was arrested for domestic violence and disorderly conduct.

29 year old Lariena Alvarado was arrested yesterday for domestic violence/assaault.

On Friday 21 year old Jason Tabor was arrested for domestic violence/assault and possession of marijuana.

Deputies are investigating criminal damage and a stolen trailer in the area of Russell Road.

27 year old Francisco Gonzales turned himself in at the Globe Police Department on Saturday night. He was charged with auto theft.

Globe Police arrested 27 year old KC Randall for DUI.

Officers are investigating a burglary at Globe Mobile Home Park.

Miami Council Meets Tonight

Miami Town Council meets tonight (Monday) at 6:00. The agenda includes discussion and possible action to provide Miami Volunteer Fire Department members a nominal $7.50 for travel to and from service calls.

They’ll consider authorizing the Town Staff to proceed with the use of ADOT/FTA funds to develop the parking lot at the Transit Facility.

The Council will go into Executive Session to consider settlement discssions to resolve IRS tax litigation.

Lane Closures on SR 70 Near Globe

The Arizona Department of Transportation is applying rejuvenating oil to the roadway surfaces on State Route 70 from Globe to San Carlos today (Monday) through Thursday. Work crews will direct motorists through the lane closures in the work zone. Drivers can expect delays of up to 30 minutes.

Lane closures will be in effect from 7:am to 5:pm.

Obituary

Velda Fern Rice of Globe passed away last week at Copper Mountain Inn. She was 97. She is survived by her daughter Martha Slaughter.
Funeral services for Velda Rice were private.