Grant-in-Aid for Future Teachers

The Delta Chapter of Delta Kappa Gamma Society International is offering a grant-in-aid for students who are planning to pursue a teaching career.

Applications are available in the counseling offices of local schools. All submissions must be postmarked by April 11.

For more information or to request an application, call 928-425-5985.

Holy Angels St. Valentine's Day Dinner and Dance

Holy Angels Catholic Church is having a St. Valentine’s Day Dinner and Dance on Saturday, February 15. Tickets are $25 a person.

The evening starts with a cocktail hour at 6:pm. Music will provided by Neto Vasquez and Friends.

Tickets are available at the Holy Angels Church office.

Apache Leap Mining Festival

Superior’s 26^th Annual Apache Leap Mining Festival will be held the weekend of March 7 through 9.

There will be mining competitions, music, dancing, food, a parade, chihuahua races and more.

For more information and the schedule of events visit superiorarizonachamber.org.

AARP Launches Fraud Watch Network

AARP has launched a campaign to fight identity theft and fraud.

The AARP Fraud Watch Network is free and open to everyone. You don’t have to be an AARP member. When you sign up you get access to alerts about scams in your area and resources to help you spot and avoid con artists.

Sign up at aarp.org/fraudwatchnetwork or call 877-908-3360.

Police Log

Yesterday afternoon Animal Control responded to a request for a welfare check on a dog on East Kline Street. The Animal Control officer called for assistance after being threatened by the dog's owner. When officers arrived Eddie Armijo became combative and assaulted an officer. An officer and Armijo were both treated by EMS. Armijo was then taken to Cobre Valley Regional Medical Center. Charges are pending.

54 year old Patsy Hays was arrested late last night for DUI.

30 year old Patricia Woodard was arrested last night on a warrant for driving with a suspended license.

The Gila County Task Force arrested 29 year old Amber Carroll on a theft warrant.

Obituary

Hyacinthia Monica Altaha of San Carlos passed away January 31 at Mercy Gilbert Medical Center. She was 40. She is survived by her husband Wesley; 2 daughters; 3 sisters; her brother; and 5 grandchildren.
The wake for Hyacinthia Altaha is Saturday (February 8) at 4:pm at the Altaha residence. The funeral is Sunday at 1:pm at San Carlos Miracle church.

Miami Senior Center Closed Tuesday for Plumbing Repairs

The Miami Senior Center is closed today (Tuesday) while some plumbing is being repaired.

The home bound will receive their meals today but lunch will not be served at the Center.

They hope to reopen on Wednesday.

Supervisors Meet Tuesday

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

Gila County Attorney Bradley Beauchamp will present the Officer of the Quarter Award to Department of Public Safety Officer Seth Meeske.

There will be an update on the Treasurer’s Office delay in mailing out and collecting the 2013 property tax bills.

The Supervisors will consider a resolution supporting the National Community Health Partner’s submission of a grant application to the US Department of Veterans Affairs that would provide traditional housing for qualified veterans.

Free Computer Classes at Globe Library

The Globe Public Library is having free computer classes this month.

The Basic Computers class will be held  this Tuesday (February 4) from 10:30 until 11:30am. It will be held again on Thursday (February 6) from 2:30 until 3:30pm; on Tuesday, February 11 from 10:30 until 11:30; and Thursday, February 13 from 2:30 to 3:30.

If you need help setting up an email account, a class will be held on Tuesday, February 18 (10:30 to 11:30); Thursday, February 21 (2:30 to 3:30); Tuesday, February 25 and Thursday, February 28.

To reserve your space, sign up at the Globe Public Library or call 928-425-6111.

Police Log

Yesterday Mesa Police arrested 52 year old Raymond Gerardo of Miami on a child support warrant.

The Gila County Sheriff's Office arrested 32 year old Amy Bradford on a failure to comply warrant for driving with a suspended license and displaying a false plate.

On Saturday the Gila County Drug, Gang and Violent Crimes Task Force assisted the Apache Junction Police Department at a residence in Roosevelt. 20 year old Michael Butler of Claypool  was charged with armed robbery, aggravated assault and kidnapping.

On Friday the Gila County Sheriff's Office served 32 year old  inmate Daniel Toscano a failure to appear warrant for driving with a suspended license.

Yesterday Globe Police arrested 35 year old John Prall of Phoenix on North Broad Street for domestic violence/assault.

34 year old Jafus Classay, Jr. was arrested early Saturday morning on an assault warrant.

30 year old Aaron Edwards was arrested on a failure to pay warrant for false reporting to law enforcement.

On Friday 29 year old Jephthah Bender was arrested for domestic violence/disorderly conduct at a residence on Cactus Drive. Bender also had a failure to appear warrant for disorderly conduct.

23 year old Aeriana Sanchez was arrested for shoplifting at a business on Highway 60.

Officers arrested two people on Silver Street after a report of suspicious persons loitering near a disabled vehicle, blocking traffic. 

30 year old Aaron Edwards was arrested on a failure to comply warrant for false reporting to law enforcement. 21 year old Josiah Long was arrested on a failure to comply warrant for shoplifting.

42 year old Michele Carroll was arrested on a failure to comply warrant for driving with a suspended license.

Obituary

Effie Jo Ownsby passed away January 25. She was 87. She is survived by 2 daughters; 3 sons; 15 grandchildren, 12 great grandchildren and 3 great great grandchildren.
A Memorial Service for Effie Ownsby will be held at 1:pm on Saturday, February 8 at Living Water Church in Globe.

Copper Rim Book Fair

The Copper Rim School library is having a Book Fair from Monday, February 10 through Thursday, February 13, and on Tuesday, February 18. The hours are 7:am to 4:pm and from 7:am to 7:pm during Parent Teacher conferences on February 12.

The books are for Pre-K to Young Adult.

AZ Game and Fish Accepting Heritage Grant Proposals

The Arizona Game and  Fish Department is seeking  proposals for Heritage Grant awards.

Grants will be awarded in two categories, environmental education and outdoor education.

You’ll find information and application forms at the Game and Fish website. 

The grants are financed from Arizona Lottery sales.

The Heritage Fund was approved by voters in 1990.

Proposals will be accepted until 5:pm on March 14.

Man Arrested for Shooting at Two Lanes

The Globe Police Department says a man is in custody in connection with a shooting late Thursday night at Two Lanes Bar.

William Polk was arrested in San Carlos. Globe PD obtained a warrant for attempted first degree murder, assault, and threats and intimidation.

The 31 year old  victim was shot in the right thigh. He is expected to make a full recovery.