Police Log

Gila County Sheriff’s Deputies responded to a report that a man who had stolen a gun from a vehicle in Miami was seen in the area of Russell Road. After a short foot chase, 20 year old Kevin Swedick was arrested for theft of a firearm and possession of drug paraphernalia.

Globe Police are investigating a burglary at a business on Ash Street.

Obituaries

Hilton Elliot Reede of San Carlos passed away September 9 at Mountain Vista Medical Center in Mesa. He was 65. He is survived by his daughter Mildred; his son; his brother Herbert; and 8 grandchildren.

The wake for Hilton Reede is tomorrow (Friday) at 4:pm at the Christine Reede residence. The funeral is Saturday at 9:am at St. Charles Catholic Church.

Russell Raymond Houser of Globe pased away September 8 at Heritage Healthcare Center. He was 99. He is survided by 3 children; 2 sisters; 9 grandchildren and 20 great grandchildren.

Funeral services for Russell Houser will be private.

Police Log

Nobody was hurt in a two vehicle accident yesterday afternoon at Broad and Santee Street. One driver was cited for failure to control her vehicle to avoid an accident.

Canyon Fire Department responded to an unattended fire around noon yesterday on Westridge. A Sheriff’s deputy discovered that the person who made the fire also didn’t have a water source so their burning permit was revoked.

Miami Police arrested 19 year old Brandon Henderson for assault/domestic violence and disorderly conduct.

40 year old Donald Tuttle was arrested on a probation violation warrant for identity theft.

Yesterday the Gila County Task Force arrested three people near the Community Center. 18 year old Brandon Twohey and 20 year old Logan Freeman were arersted for possession of drug paraphernalia. 22 year old Joshua Mariscal was arrested on a Maricopa County warrant for probation violation on a charge of possession of marijuana.

The Gila County Sheriff’s Office took a report of a burglary on Alamo Way. The missing items were found in a local pawn shop. The case is under investigation.

Deputies are investigating a report of stolen ducks on Golden Hill and a theft of solar panels from a roof on Central Drive.

Globe Police arrested 34 year old Christina Henson on a failure to comply warrant for driving with a suspended license.

An officer took a report of a student in possession of drug paraphernalia at Globe High School. Officers are investigating  a report of a runaway juvenile; a theft from a residence on Euclid; a burglary at a business on North Broad Street; and shoplifting at Fry’s.

Obituary

Beautrice  Mares passed away Saturday at her home. She was 65. She is survived by her mother Dorothy Williams; her daughter; her son; her brother; 3 sisters, including Margaret Myers of Globe; 2 grandchildren and 3 great grandchildren.

A Memorial Service will be held on Friday at Trinity Baptist Church.

Alzheimer's Education and Support Group

If you are caring for a loved one with Alzheimer’s or dementia, you’re invited to the Alzheimer’s Education and Support group on Wednesday at 1:pm at the Globe Active Adult Center.

Story Hour at Globe Library

Preschool Story Hour begins  Thursday at the Globe Public Library.  Story hours for children 3 to 5 will be held every Thursday from 10 to 11:am.

Baby Story Time begins tomorrow (Wednesday) and continues every Wednesday at noon.

A sign up sheet for both story hours is available at the desk. For more information call 425-6111.

Meet the Stars of 'Shouting Secrets' at the Premiere in Globe

A premiere for the movie “Shouting Secrets” will be held on Friday and Saturday at the Hollis Cinemas.  The movie was filmed in Globe and San Carlos. The show starts at 6:30 each night. Several stars from the movie will be there.

You can also join them for a Premiere Party following the movie on Friday at the Old Train Depot from 9 pm to 11 pm. The location of the party on Saturday will be revealed after the movie.

 Tickets are available for pre-purchase.

Pre-Sale Ride and Gate Passes Available for Gila County Fair

Pre-Sale Carnival Ride tickets for the Gila County Fair are available at the Chamber of Commerce until next Wednesday, September 19.

All day tickets are $18. You choose which day you want to use your wristband for unlimited rides.

Pre-sale gate passes are also available for $10 a carload.

Chip Seal Work on US 70

A pavement maintenance project will be conducted on three miles of US 70 between San Carlos and Bylas. The work will take place from Monday, September 17 until sometime in early October. Chip seal will be applied to the roadway.

Work hours are 6:am to 4:pm Monday through Thursday. Pilot cars will guide traffic through the work zone in alternating directions.

Drivers should expect delays of up to 30 minutes.

Police Log

Last night Globe Police arrested 21 year old Hillary Garcia for trying to steal a donation jar at the Drift In.

Officers are investigating a report of threats taken at a residence on Monroe and a theft at a residence on Main Street.

A Gila County Sheriff’s Deputy cited and released 41 year old William Self for threats and intimidation.

Deputies are investigating an assault at Las Lomas School; an assault at a residence in Alhambra Mobile Home Park; a burglary at Pueblo Heights Mobile Home Park; a burglary at a residence on Grover Canyon; and a disturbance at a business on Highway 60.

Miami Police arrested 28 year old Derrick Johnson after a fight at Live Oak and 4^th Street. Johnson was arrested on a Coconino County warrant for aggravated DUI.

Obituaries

Ray Lewis passed away Sunday. He was 70.

Visitation for Ray Lewis is Saturday at 9:am in the Relief Society Room at the LDS Stake Center. The funeral is at 9:30.

Vanner Joseph Hegbloom passed away Friday at his home in Globe. He was 87. He is survived by his brother James; 12 children; and many grandchildren and great grandchildren.

A Memorial Service for Vanner Hegbloom will be held tomorrow (Wednesday) at 4:pm at the Globe VFW.

Memorial donations may be made to the Globe VFW.

Free Business Workshop on September 17

The Copper Corridor Economic Development Coalition Business Success Center will have a free workshop on “How to Write Your Business Plan” on Monday (September 17) from 11:30am to 1:pm.

For more information or to RSVP call 520-490-8433.

Hardscrabble Series Resumes September 19

The first program of the season in the Miami Hardscrabble series will be presented next Wednesday, September 19 at the Billion Plaza Museum and Cultural Center. It starts at 6:30pm.

Gila County Historical Museum Director Donna Anderson will discuss research on the cemetaries in the area. She will also share stories about some of the searches she has made for people wanting to find their beginnings, and stories of some of the very early burial sites that are acattered all over the area.

The Hardscrabble presentations are held on the second Wednesday of every month. There is no admission charge and light refreshmants are served following the programs.

Fair Entry Forms Due Wednesday

Entry forms for the Gila County Fair are due  Wednesday at 7:pm. 

You’ll find entry forms in the fair books that are available all over town and at the Chamber of Commerce.You can also download a form from the website at www.gilacountyfair.com