Globe City Council meets Monday at 6:pm. The Council will consider a Resolution urging the Arizona Independent Redistricting Commission to keep rural Arizona together by adopting certain proposed district maps.
There’s a Public Hearing on a request for a liquor license for Zen’s Café.
The Council will proclaim October to be National Disability Employment Awareness Month in the City of Globe,
Friday, September 23, 2011
Arizona Food Insecurity Rising
The United States Department of Agriculture says that more than 15% of Arizona households do not have consistent, dependable access to enough food for active, healthy living. That’s a 5% increase from the last report.
Public News Service says that Arizona food banks are seeing a lot of families who have lost their jobs and exhausted their savings as the recession continues.
Fortunately, donations to the state’s food banks are holding up well, in spite of the record demand for emergency food boxes.
More than 1600 Arizona households were polled for the annual USDA survey.
Public News Service says that Arizona food banks are seeing a lot of families who have lost their jobs and exhausted their savings as the recession continues.
Fortunately, donations to the state’s food banks are holding up well, in spite of the record demand for emergency food boxes.
More than 1600 Arizona households were polled for the annual USDA survey.
Tanner Fire Visible From Globe
Pleasant Valley Ranger District fire specialists are managing the lightning-caused Tanner wildfire. The fire began August 20 near the peak of Armer Mountain. It has burned about 800 acres.
Fire activity may be visible to vistors and residents in the Tonto Basin, Globe and Young areas and also when looking south from State Route 260.
Due to current weather conditions, including monsoon humidity, the lightning-caused fire can be allowed to play its natural role in the ecosystem. Assistant Fire Management Officer Johnny Whatley says managing fires now can help prevent catastrophic wildfires in the future when weather conditions are much less favorable.
Fire activity may be visible to vistors and residents in the Tonto Basin, Globe and Young areas and also when looking south from State Route 260.
Due to current weather conditions, including monsoon humidity, the lightning-caused fire can be allowed to play its natural role in the ecosystem. Assistant Fire Management Officer Johnny Whatley says managing fires now can help prevent catastrophic wildfires in the future when weather conditions are much less favorable.
Obituary
Visitation for Matthew Uhl will be Monday (September 26) from 5 to 8:pm at Lakeshore Mortuary in Mesa. The funeral is Tuesday at 10:am at St. Timothy Catholic Church in Mesa.
A reception will be held at St. Timothy’s Church following Internment at Queen of Heaven Cemetery.
A reception will be held at St. Timothy’s Church following Internment at Queen of Heaven Cemetery.
Gila County Fair Salsa and Beef Winners
J.C. Castaneda was the First Place winner for Salsa and Tammy Dover took First Place for Hot Sauce yesterday at the Gila County Fair. Second and 3rd place winners for salsa were Pat Rocha and Mike Tarango. Hot sauce 2nd and 3rd place winners were Diane Shipman and Tamara Perry.
First Place All Other Cuts went to D.C. Cattle Company. Second Place went to Canyon Starte Wireless. Western Reprographics was the Third Place winner.
First Place Business Ground Beef went to Cecil Trucking. Second Place went to the Gila County Attorney’s Office.
The First Place Individual All Other Cuts winner was the Shipman Family.
The top score winner of the Traveling Trophy is D.C. Cattle Company.
First Place All Other Cuts went to D.C. Cattle Company. Second Place went to Canyon Starte Wireless. Western Reprographics was the Third Place winner.
First Place Business Ground Beef went to Cecil Trucking. Second Place went to the Gila County Attorney’s Office.
The First Place Individual All Other Cuts winner was the Shipman Family.
The top score winner of the Traveling Trophy is D.C. Cattle Company.
Police Log
Nobody was hurt in a two vehicle accident late yesterday morning on North Broad Street.
Globe Police arrested 44 year old Theresa Redondo on a failure to appear warrant for possession of drug paraphernalia.
Officers are investigating a theft at a business on Ash Street and shoplifting at Dave’s Fast Stop.
The Gila County Sheriff’s Office is investigating a report of theft at a residence on Basham.
Globe Police arrested 44 year old Theresa Redondo on a failure to appear warrant for possession of drug paraphernalia.
Officers are investigating a theft at a business on Ash Street and shoplifting at Dave’s Fast Stop.
The Gila County Sheriff’s Office is investigating a report of theft at a residence on Basham.
Obituary
Ramsey S. Early of Peridot passed away Tuesday at Banner Baywood Medical Center in Mesa. He was 78. He is survived by his daughter; 2 brothers; his sister; and his granddaughter.
The wake for Ramsey Early is Sunday at 4:pm at his residence in Peridot. The funeral is Monday at 1:pm at World Evangelism Revival Center.
The wake for Ramsey Early is Sunday at 4:pm at his residence in Peridot. The funeral is Monday at 1:pm at World Evangelism Revival Center.
Thursday, September 22, 2011
US 60 Gonzales Pass Project Receives Award
The environmental advocacy group Valley Forward has given the “President’s Award” to the Arizona Department of Transportation for the US 60 Gonzales Pass project.
The 10-mile scenic stretch of highway is the gateway from the Phoenix metro area to the communities of Superior, Globe, Miami, and the Tonto National Forest.
The $40 million project opened in October 2008, eight months ahead of schedule. The project between Florence Junction and Superior improved the safety and capacity of the two lane roadway by widening it to a four lane divided highway.
The project was also recognized as one of the top ten roads in America by Roads and Bridges Magazine in 2009.
Gila County Fair This Weekend
The Gila County Fair continues this weekend through Sunday. The fair opens to the public today (Thursday) at noon and Friday at 9:am with a Cattle Show. The Carnival opens at noon on Friday and the Rodeo Dance follows Bull Riding and the Go-Kart Races at 7:pm.
The Fair opens again Saturday at 9:am and Sunday at 10:am. The Ranch Rodeo is from 9:30 until 3 on Saturday.
The Gila County Fair closes Sunday at 4:pm following the Livestock Auction that begins at 1:00.
The Fair opens again Saturday at 9:am and Sunday at 10:am. The Ranch Rodeo is from 9:30 until 3 on Saturday.
The Gila County Fair closes Sunday at 4:pm following the Livestock Auction that begins at 1:00.
ADOT Accepting Grant Applications
The Arizona Department of Transportaion is accepting applications for the latest cycle of federal grants for Safe Routes to School programs in schools and communities around Arizona.
Safe Routes to School is a federally funded program that encourages elementary and middle school students to walk or bike to school, to encourage healthy habits and lower the risk of childhood obesity and diabetes.
Grants up to $400,000 are available for improvements such as sidewalks, crosswalks, bike lanes, signage and striping. Grants up to $45,000 can go to programs and activities like providing bike helmets and safety education.
Grant applications are available at azdot.gov/srts. They must be submitted by December 30. Schools, school districts, tribal communities, cities, counties and non-profit organizartions are eligible.
Safe Routes to School is a federally funded program that encourages elementary and middle school students to walk or bike to school, to encourage healthy habits and lower the risk of childhood obesity and diabetes.
Grants up to $400,000 are available for improvements such as sidewalks, crosswalks, bike lanes, signage and striping. Grants up to $45,000 can go to programs and activities like providing bike helmets and safety education.
Grant applications are available at azdot.gov/srts. They must be submitted by December 30. Schools, school districts, tribal communities, cities, counties and non-profit organizartions are eligible.
After School Scholarships for Grandparents Raising Grandchildren
After school program scholarships are available for children of grandparaents or older adults who are raising a child. If you are 55 or older you may be eligible for scholarships for tuition to after school programs, weekend programs or sports programs.
This may include funds for materials and supplies or for travel and other expenses. The deadline is September 30.
For more information contact Pinal-Gila Council for Senior Citizens at 1-800-293-9393.
There will be a Grandparents Raising Grandchildren Conference on Friday, September 30 at the Hiliday Inn in Casa Grande. This conference is for grandoparents or older adult relatives 55 years of age or older who are raising children 1 to18.
To register or for more information call toll free 1-888-723-7321.
This may include funds for materials and supplies or for travel and other expenses. The deadline is September 30.
For more information contact Pinal-Gila Council for Senior Citizens at 1-800-293-9393.
There will be a Grandparents Raising Grandchildren Conference on Friday, September 30 at the Hiliday Inn in Casa Grande. This conference is for grandoparents or older adult relatives 55 years of age or older who are raising children 1 to18.
To register or for more information call toll free 1-888-723-7321.
Upcoming Activities at Globe Active Adult Center
Tomorrow (Friday) is Falls Prevention Awareness Day. Globe Active Adult Center will have a special presentation about how to make yourself and your surroundings safer. Call the Globe Active Adult Center for more information.
The Center offers pro bono legal assistance for seniors tomorrow and every Friday at 10:am on a first come, first served basis.
Today and every Thursday from 9 to 1, Bess Bennett is at the Center to answer Medicare and Social Security questions.
A Flu Clinic will be at the Center on Monday (September 26) at 10:am.
On Wednesday, September 28, Bess Bennett will provide “Women’s Health Tips” at 11:30am on National Women’s Health and Fitness Day. They’ll have pedometers to give away to the first people who arrive.
The Center offers pro bono legal assistance for seniors tomorrow and every Friday at 10:am on a first come, first served basis.
Today and every Thursday from 9 to 1, Bess Bennett is at the Center to answer Medicare and Social Security questions.
A Flu Clinic will be at the Center on Monday (September 26) at 10:am.
On Wednesday, September 28, Bess Bennett will provide “Women’s Health Tips” at 11:30am on National Women’s Health and Fitness Day. They’ll have pedometers to give away to the first people who arrive.
Police Log
Six people were treated by Globe and Tri-City medical personnel at the scene of a two vehicle accident yesterday evening at Pinal Creek and Escudillo. Two people were flown to Valley hospitals and 2 were taken to a local hospital. Both vehicles were damaged and had to be towed.
Wednesday, September 21, 2011
Saturday is 'Fee Free Day' on Tonto National Forest
Tonto National Forest recreational specialists have annouced that they are joining with other agencies included in the Federal Lands Recreation Enhancement Act in hosting a “fee free” event this Saturday on National Public Lands Day.
Day-use fees will be waived at all standard amenity fee sites operated by the forest.
Day-use fees will be waived at all standard amenity fee sites operated by the forest.
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