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Contributing Writer Named
‘Most Outstanding’ GOP Worker
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Payson Patriot contributing writer Frosty Taylor received the first “Cal Holman Award for Most Outstanding Worker in the State” during the Arizona GOP Chairman’s Banquet held recently in Phoenix. The award is in recognition of the communications network she developed for Maricopa County Republicans and Legislative District 4 where she resides. Maricopa County is the third largest county in the nation and LD4 is the largest district in Maricopa County.
Taylor has been an Arizona journalist since the late 1960s, serving as an editor in the North Phoenix/Scottsdale area for over 20 years. She spent four years on the administrative staff for the Arizona Attorney General’s office and was a public information officer for Arizona Game and Fish for 10 years. She also chaired the National Black-Footed Ferret Recovery Team’s Outreach/Education Committee for nearly a decade.
Ironically, Taylor met former Rep. Cal Holman when he served in the Arizona legislator in the 1970/80s. Holman died in an auto accident earlier this year. His wife Liz presented the award to Taylor, saying, “Cal would be so pleased that you are getting the first award in his name.”
The “Most Outstanding Worker in the State” award was named for Holman this year in recognition of his many years of dedication to the Republican party.
Taylor, now retired, is the public relations/media liaison for the Maricopa County Republican Committee and Republican LD4, as well as the Arrowhead Republican Women and the Sun City West Republican Clubs. She is also the Founder and Chairman of the Wickenburg Republican Club and secretary/treasurer for the AZ Game and Fish Dept. Alumni.
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“Justice for Victims. Justice for All”
National Crime Victims’ Rights Week 2008 |
The Gila County Board of Supervisors marked the beginning of National Crime Victims’ Rights Week, April 13-19, 2008, by signing a Proclamation at their regularly scheduled Board Meeting on April 8, 2008.
An estimated 23 million Americans become victims of crime every year and these victims deserve justice and it is time for our community to stand behind those harmed by crime. Victims want offenders held accountable for their crimes and they want to take part in the process that holds them responsible.
Decades of efforts and hard work have been made to ensure rights, protections and services for victims of crime. In November, 1990, Proposition 104 amended the Arizona Constitution to provide us with a Victims’ Bill of Rights. The Victims of Crime Act of 1984, now supports thousands of victim assistance and compensation programs throughout the Nation. In 1986, the Arizona Legislature established the Crime Victim Compensation Fund.
Victims’ rights have come a long way, however, victims still face significant hurdles to attaining real justice. We must realize the tragic toll that crime takes on victims and their families and we must move closer as a community to ease the physical, financial and emotional impact of crime. The impact of crime can leave entire communities feeling less secure.
National Crime Victims’ Rights Week reminds us that crime can indeed strike anyone, anywhere. Whether it’s a drive-by shooting, domestic violence, a campus massacre or a crippling identity theft, we are all vulnerable to crime.
Our community must strive to protect, expand and observe crime victims’ rights so that there truly is “Justice for Victims and Justice for All.” For more information about Victims’ Rights and Victim Compensation, please contact the Gila County Attorney’s Office of Victim Services at (928) 402-8836.
Sincerely,
Liz Fetterman
Gila County Victim Advocate |
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Question:
The Bible pictures Jesus riding on a horse. It says the wolf will dwell with the lamb, the leopard with the kid, and the lion with the calf. Will our pets be in heaven? I love my puppy.
Answer:
When was the last time you and your children drove across the country and saw cows grazing with bears, lions chomping on stalks of grain, and babies playing with cobras? That would be different and definitely a Kodak moment.
Strange as it seems, the above mentioned conditions are recorded in Isaiah 11:6-9. After Armageddon, Jesus is scheduled to rule this earth for one thousand years, in a Garden of Eden like setting as just described. (See Rev
20:6.)
All the Kusner dogs have been of the Heinz 57 sort. Our black lab Zeke lasted almost fourteen years before he checked out. It wasn't easy petting him for the last time. Fourteen years ago Debi and the kids found a puppy we named Willie wandering down the dirt roads of Spring Valley. He quickly became the proud protector of our chickens, and world champion coyote chaser. Trail riders called him Snake-bait, but he's never been bitten.
Today his black face has turned grey and it's only a matter of time.
We have had horses, a goat named Samuel, and been owned by more cats than I care to mention. I always pray with people who have lost their pets, and can say from experience I know how they feel. Yet, the Bible is silent about our pets which have passed away. I know God wants us to take good care of them.
(See Pro 12:10).
According to Ecclesiastes 3:11, God has placed eternity in the hearts of people, not pets. They are more governed by instincts. I believe we should love and enjoy our pets while they are here, and simply trust that what God has prepared for believers is wonderful beyond comprehension. When those of us who are headed for heaven get there, we will understand that everything worked out just perfectly according to God's will.
Jesus said this about people. "Enter through the narrow gate, for the gate is broad and wide that leads to destruction. Many enter through it. The gate is small and narrow that leads to life. There are few that find it" (Mat 7:13-14). Since the majority of people are on that road that will miss heaven, some readers may want to consider Jesus; and settle eternity in their heart today.
Romans 5:10
Pastor Huck
info@calvarycorner.com
www.calvarycorner.com
623-374-5655
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The Gila County Sheriff’s
Roosevelt Lake Patrol & AZ Game and Fish Dept. Present:
Safe Boating Class Schedule for 2008
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Saturday, May 10th
Saturday, June 14th
Saturday, July 12th
Saturday, August 9th
Saturday, September 13th
All classes will run from 8:00 am to 5:00 pm
At the
Roosevelt Substation M. P. 243 on SR 188
To Register Call:
Lu DuBois at 928 467-2515
Topics covered include: Arizona boating laws, equipment requirements, rules of the road, registration requirements, aids to navigation, trailering, anchoring and other useful information.
A $5.00 donation is requested per Family
Many insurance companies offer a discount to boat owners who successfully complete the class.
Boat Smart From The Start
The Arizona Game and Fish Department prohibits discrimination on the basis of race, color, sex, national origin, age, disability in its programs and activities. If anyone believes they have been discriminated against in any of the AGFD’s programs or activities, including its employment practices, the individual may file a complaint alleging discrimination directly with the AGFD Deputy Director, 2221 W. Greenway Rd., AZ 85023, (602) 789-3290 or U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service, 4040 N. Fairfax Drive, Ste., 130, Arlington, VA 22203. If you require this document in an alternative format, please contact the AGFD Deputy Director as listed above or by calling TTY at 1-800-367-8939. |
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| Club Rim in Top Division |
The Club Rim Pink team has proven itself as a top contender in the statewide fourteen and under club volleyball division. The twelve girls on the team have placed third or better in their first four tournaments, and are currently ranked sixth out of sixty-eight teams. This ranking puts them in the top division in state.
A Special Group of Girls
The Pink team’s trademarks are consistent play and deadly serving and hitting. As a team, the girls are serving above 85%, which means they have very few service errors. However, their serves are very tough to receive, and force other teams into bad situations. A few of the girls have perfected the “floater” serve, which moves around unpredictably. This skill is usually not seen until later in high school.
In addition to their offense, the girls score points by being a scrappy defensive team. They have come a long way in learning the rotation and transitioning to defense. When a pass goes bad, the girls just don’t get rattled. They play with a high level of maturity in tough situations, and find ways to win.
Standouts
Katelyn Curtis and Jaymi Carlen are formidable middle hitters. They know how to put the ball away and are also becoming very effective blockers. Morgan Chilson is a seventh grade student who is also making positive contributions as a middle hitter – even though it is a new position for her. Rachel Creighton (setter) is the team’s top server- 79 of her 178 serves so far this season have been aces (a ball that the other team can’t touch). Megan Crom-Burris and Lauren Galhotra provide solid play game after game in the setter position. Kyleah Morgan is the team’s top outside hitter percentage-wise, and plays at a level not expected from a seventh grader. The teams other outside hitters, Natalie Black, Jordyn Fruth, and Nicole Hawley, create points by not only their hitting, but with their firm defense in the back row. Melissa Hill plays as the back row specialist, quietly filling in holes in the team’s defense. Club Rim Pink has missed the services of their other middle hitter, Kayla Woolwine, as she is out with a broken ankle suffered while playing basketball for the Mavericks. One can hope that her impressive numbers will continue when she returns.
The next tournament is on April 12th, as we take on the top 5 teams in the state. Coaches Trevor and Shelli Creighton are excited to see these fantastic players continue to develop their individual and team skills this season and next year as freshmen.
Club Rim
Donna Moore – Director
474-4400
Club Rim is currently in its third year of existence and is becoming a strong club at all age divisions. Club Rim has one 12-year-old team, two 14-year-old teams and an 18-year-old team. All teams have finished strong in the tournaments they have participated. Our 14-year-old Pink team is currently in Division I, which is the highest Division in Arizona Region Club Volleyball. The success students realize during club season will transfer into winning volleyball season for Rim Country Middle School and Payson High School. Anyone interested in information regarding Club Rim for the 2008-09 season, call Donna Moore, Director of Club Rim at 474-4400. |
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