Payson Wins Second in State Fair Town Entry
Payson residents at the Arizona State Fair can take pride in a second place award for their town-and-city display. The Payson exhibit finished runner up to Show Low, which presented a working model of a saw mill. Congratulations to the organizers.
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Rain disrupts Blue Grass Festival at Rodeo Arena
Weekend weather doused the Blue Grass Festival at the Rodeo Arena with moisture halting events. Organizers hope sponsors choose a date with better forecasts next year.
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Outrage Over Wyoming National Park Fire Sparks Policy Fury
Letter writer laments loss of Wyoming national park land to a wildfire and attacks the Forest Service and national park system. She calls for a new administration, blames bureaucrats, and urges action in Washington.
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National Park System
Forest Service
Franklin Quote on Constitution Death and Taxes
The quote asserts that the Constitution is functioning and appears durable though nothing in the world is certain except death and taxes. It reflects Benjamin Franklin’s view on enduring governance despite human fragility.
Amtrak subsidy and travel expenses spark taxpayer ire
In Barnesville Minnesota the Record Review mocks a $155 million federal subsidy for Amtrak rail service this year criticizing $600,000 spent on airplane tickets for staff travel. The Brown County News in Frederick South Dakota questions liberty tied to constitutions laws and courts, arguing true liberty lies in people's hearts.
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Town and area officials study CAP water exchange in Phoenix
Officials from Payson Pine Strawberry East Verde Park and SRP met in Phoenix with CAP planning coordinator Robert Loder and others to discuss a long term water exchange. The plan aims to secure supply for about 60 years with potential reservoir sites and district formation.
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Salt River Project
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Phoenix
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Richard Robertson
Alan Slaughter
Dick Bartholomew
William Smeltz
Richard Johnson
Dick Juetten
Reid Teeples
Dan Merriman
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Florence
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The Rise of Two Year Community Colleges in America
The article notes over a thousand two year community colleges forming about 40 percent of freshman enrollments, with Arizona hosting twelve. It highlights lower tuition, home living, broad vocational training, open admissions, and transfer options for university work, aided by teaching-focused faculties and local specialists.
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Yevapai
Yuma
Community College
Community fair booth opens Payson focus draws visitors
A 12 hour day at the Bluegrass Festival booth highlights Payson attractions like Mrs Barrett’s crocheted flag and views of the Tonto Natural Bridge. Nov 8 1960 Kennedy elected president marking a historic margin. notes on Roosevelt’s Civil Works Admin, past conventions, and landmark Supreme Court ruling on segregation.
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