Friday, November 29, 2013

Shop With a Cop This Saturday

The Payson Chamber of Commerce reports that the Shop with a Cop Program will be holding a fundraiser this Saturday, November 30, at the Spanish Fork K-Mart.  Take part in the fundraising effort.  Visitors will have the opportunity to throw a pie in the face of a Payson City Police Officer between the hours of 10:00 PM - 2:00 PM.   Payson High School Cheerleaders will also be there during that time, helping to raise funds for this event.

Wednesday, November 27, 2013

International Visitors Join Payson Lions For Night of Thanksgiving

Pictured (left-right): Victor Toaquiza, Carlos Celin, Dr. Washington Zambrano, Dr. Dennys Paez, Payson Lions Club President Rhett Huff, Dr. Jesus Asila, Gordon Carter of Charity Anywhere Foundation, and colleague, Wes Whatcott.


The gift of sight is high among humanitarian concerns shared by chapters of the Lions Club International.  Meeting at the Peteetneet for their bi-monthly meeting November 14, Payson Lions Club members met with a group of gentlemen who work directly with eyesight beneficiaries worldwide.

Gordon Carter of the Charity Anywhere Foundation, of Bountiful, Utah, discussed efforts in South America and beyond that are engaged in the disbursement of eyeglasses among impoverished populations worldwide. Citing their eyeglass and monetary contributions, Mr. Carter applauded the Lions Club’s generosity.

Mr. Carter was joined that evening by associate, Wes Whatcott, along with Dr. Jesus Asila, Carlos Celin, Dr. Dennys Paez, Victor Toaquiza, and Dr. Washington Zambrano, a group of professionals from Brazil and Ecuador who work directly with the charity and populations in need.  The guests were treated to a special observance of a North American holiday: Thanksgiving, as the Lions shared in their traditional club feast.

They hoped to return to South America with a cargo crate filled with items needed by populations with whom they work.  Crutches, canes, walkers, wheelchairs, dental, and medical needs are among items lacking in these regions.  With the Christmas season upon us, they hoped also to have toys and bikes to return to children whose families cannot afford the luxury of such things.  

Payson Lions expressed an interest in helping the group.  Calls for contributions continued among the local chapter after the meeting had come to a close.

Santaquin Chamber Hosts Light Parade


Tuesday, November 26, 2013

December 8th First Sunday of Official Use for Restored Santaquin LDS Building

Pictured is the newly restored Santaquin LDS Building, at 90 South 200 East, a building that was heavily damaged by fire in December of 2011.  December 8 will mark its first Sunday of official use in two years.  Read story in this week's edition of The Payson Chronicle.

Tuesday, November 19, 2013

The Donut Hole Opens In Payson


Ushering in a successful future for a new business in town, the Payson Chamber of Commerce led a ribbon cutting ceremony last week at the Donut Hole.  Included in photo (front row, kneeling):   Eisley Grenz, David Grenz, Payson Mayor Rick Moore, (standing behind, from right-left): Kama Schramm (holding ribbon), Celine Grenz, Yvonne Grenz, Dave Bradford, Harley Grenz, Katrina Grenz, Erica Rasmussen, Bonnie Grenz, Denise Smith, CJ Herbert,  Laura Evans, Elaine Williams, (back, from right): Payson Councilman Mike Hardy, Norene Jensen, Nelson Abbott, Shawn Martin, Todd Lambourne, Shelly Thompson, Maurice Evans, and Rory Adams.

Read Amanda Tammen Peterson's review of the Donut Hole in this week's edition of The Payson Chronicle, available on stands and in mail boxes near you!



Tuesday, November 12, 2013

Don't Be Left in the Cold


Payson's Newly Elected Leaders

Pictured (left-right) the evening after Payson City voters re-elected them to office: Councilman Scott Phillips, Mayor Rick Moore, and Councilman Mike Hardy.
Mike Hardy and Scott Phillips have retained their positions on Payson’s City Council.  The incumbent council members were re-elected yesterday, with unofficial results indicating that  Councilman Phillips received the highest vote count, 703, with Councilman Hardy trailing close behind with 697 votes.  Running against the two incumbents in the race for city council were James Ewell, who garnered 636 votes, and Rhett Huff, who received 472.

Payson City Mayor Rick Moore ran unopposed and will continue to serve among city leaders.

While the results are unofficial, members of the Payson City Council authorized City Recorder Jeanette Wineteer to schedule a canvass election for November 13, in order to allow enough time for absentee ballots to arrive by mail.  According to Ms. Wineteer, as of November 6, there were fifteen absentee ballots that needed to be included in the final vote tally. This week’s canvass will be held in the City building at 6 PM.


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Monday, November 11, 2013

Veterans Honored In Payson

Local Veterans of Foreign Wars raise the flag as trumpeteer Rusty Barnett accompanies with song.  This was the scene at the Payson City Cemetery this morning, a solemn and respectful Veteran's Day Program sponsored by the VFW, American Legion, and Payson City.  See additional photos in this week's edition of The Payson Chronicle.




Thursday, November 7, 2013

Progress Continues on Payson LDS Temple

Pictured: A view of the Payson, Utah LDS Temple's southside today, November 7, 2013, as construction crews continued their work.

J Jeans and Things Sixth Annual Fall & Winter Fashion Show Unfolds This Weekend

Five-year-old Lilly Rolfe (front) will be among this weekend’s youngest models at the Fall & Winter Fashion Show.  Her mom Jamie Rolfe (behind, left) of J Jeans and Things and grandma, Chris Olson (right) invite everyone to join them.

The autumn chill and recent flurries call for new additions to local wardrobes.  Showcasing some of the season’s freshest styles will be J Jeans and Things of Payson, as the clothing boutique’s owner, Jamie Rolfe invites everyone to attend the Fall & Winter Fashion Show.  The event takes place this Saturday, November 9, at 1 PM, at Olson’s Garden Shoppe in Payson.

Entering its sixth year, the Fall & Winter Fashion Show provides guests the splendid opportunity to view new fashion without traveling outside Payson.  Forty models from Utah Valley will stroll the catwalk that day.  Rolfe’s daughter, Lilly, age five, will be among the youngest. She has been modeling for J Jeans and Things fashion shows, which occur twice a year, all her life.

J Jeans’ clothing is available for purchase at its Payson location, a boutique beautifully incorporated into the Olson’s Garden Shoppe building, as well as online and at events Rolfe participates in throughout the year.

Be it on the catwalk or on the rack, expect to find popular prints, perfect for mixing: stripes, polka dots, along with the Aztec and Chevron designs. LA Idol Jeans,maxi skirts--including maxi skirts for young girls--are among the styles you’ll find.  Printed leggings, stylish jackets, and sweaters are available for purchase, too, all at great prices. New this year are styles in sizes up to triple-extra-large, as Rolfe hopes to accommodate most all her customers’ needs.

Expect to find the season’s most appealing floral designs, too.  Olson’s Garden Shoppe’s co-owner and Rolfe’s mom, Chris Olson notes that poinsettias and floral arrangements for upcoming holidays will be a part of the runway decor. Planning ahead for festive celebrations, visitors can place orders now to ensure they will have their decorating needs well taken care of ahead of time..

With each purchase made at J Jeans this Saturday comes a special gift. J Jeans’ Fall & Winter Fashion Show may take place on Saturday, but the sales will occur all throughout the week.

Be sure to pay this fashionable place a visit this week, as well as on Saturday when the Fashion Show rolls out new styles for fall and winter.  Olson’s Garden Shoppe and J Jeans and Things are located at 1190 West 400 North in Payson.

Wednesday, November 6, 2013

Twelve Dancing Princesses Opens Tomorrow Night at Payson High


Mike Hardy and Scott Phillips Retain Council Seats; Elk Ridge Election Sees Mayor Hal Shelley, Dale Bigler and Ed Christensen Prevailing

Mike Hardy and Scott Phillips have retained their positions on Payson’s City Council.  The incumbent council members were re-elected yesterday, with unofficial results indicating that  Councilman Phillips received the highest vote count, 703, with Councilman Hardy trailing close behind with 697 votes.  Running against the two incumbents in the race for city council were James Ewell, who garnered 636 votes, and Rhett Huff, who received 472.

Payson City Mayor Rick Moore ran unopposed and will continue to serve among city leaders.

Hal Shelley was reelected as Elk Ridge Town Mayor yesterday, after having 473 votes cast in his direction.  His opponent in the mayoral race, Jamie D. Towse received 193.

Voters elected Dale Bigler, with 435 votes, and Ed Christensen, who had 369, to serve on two seats open this year on the Elk Ridge Town Council.  Outgoing Councilwoman Erin Clawson received 260 votes, followed by council candidate Ryan Haskell, with 217.

Tuesday, November 5, 2013

Congratulations Rusty Barnett, BSA Silver Beaver Award Honoree


Rusty Barnett (standing with mic) received the distinguished Silver Beaver Award at the Santaquin North Stake Court of Honor, held last week.  Check out next week’s edition of The Payson Chronicle for details on this and other local BSA honors and events.

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