Wednesday, May 28, 2014

MIKESELL'S MIRACLES FUNDRAISER 5K JUNE 7


A fundraiser is underway to help Shaun Mikesell and his family cover medical, travel and living expenses due to his battle with brain cancer.   Mikesell’s Miracles Fundraiser 5K will take place Saturday, June 7, at the Spanish Fork Sports Park, 295 West Volunteer Dr. (950 S.), Veteran's Pavillion.
The cost is $15 per person or $40 per family (up to five immediate family members).  Registration will begin at 7 AM and the race will start at 8 AM.
Organizers will be selling tickets for the motorcycle pictured above.

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Good Old Days: 1892

By Mildred Olson

Put yourself in her place: She was fuming. It had happened again. Her husband, a policeman, would not be home until late. He had been told the mayor would be having a council meeting and that he was responsible for getting the room cleaned and all of the chairs set up. This also meant he would have to clean those stinky, dirty spittoons. She angrily questioned, why don't they hire a janitor?

She recalled just a short time ago that he had to drag a dead steer out of town, as well as herd some cattle. For heaven's sake, she declared out loud, he is a police officer, not a cow herder!

But then she consoled herself. He had never been in a dangerous situation and got paid--$2 for a full shift—for a job he liked. She would put his supper in the stove's warming oven and prod herself into being very pleasant and uncomplaining when he got home. She did hope that meeting would not last long.


This was in 1892. Do you agree or not that it was a time of good old days?

PAYSON CITY TO DISCUSS UTOPIA PROPOSAL AT JUNE 4 COUNCIL MEETING

Payson City elected officials would like your input on a critical decision to be made concerning a Public/Private Partnership with Macquarie Capital and UTOPIA regarding fiber optics in Payson City.  The discussion will take place during the June 4 Payson City Council meeting, held in the City Center council chambers.  The city council meeting is scheduled to begin at 6 PM.

Tuesday, May 27, 2014

Farrel Bott Takes Over as Commander of Santaquin American Legion Post 84

Pictured above: Santaquin American Legion Post 84 Commander Farrel Bott with Post 84's oldest member, Myron Olson at the Memorial Day Services held at Santaquin Cemetery on May 26, 2014.
Past Commander Ted Jones presided over the Memorial Day Program at Santaquin City Cemetery yesterday morning.  Commander Farrel Bott takes over from Jones, who served admirably for many years as Commander.  Sterling Spencer and Ron Peterson will be assisting in leadership programs. Find the complete story in this week's edition of The Payson Chronicle.

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Monday, May 26, 2014

Payson City Honors Those Who Have Served at Memorial Day Program

Miss Payson Cassidy Gull (right) and 2nd Attendant Makala Swalberg (left) were among local leaders and residents who participated in this morning's Payson Memorial Day Program.  Music, discussion, a flag-raising ceremony, and a moment of silence for all those who have served were part of the event, which was held in the Payson City Cemetery.

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Wednesday, May 21, 2014

Nelda Orton Named Central Bank Good Citizen


Nelda Orton will be honored tomorrow afternoon by Central Bank in Payson. She was chosen for the Central Bank Good Citizen Award, an honor that pays recognition to the positive impact citizens have on the local community. Check out this week's edition of The Payson Chronicle for the complete story. You can also find details on our website at:
http://www.paysonchronicle.com/celebrating-service-in-the-south-county/

Tuesday, May 20, 2014

Where is your pick?


A photograph of flowers in bloom at a 2013 Payson Chronicle Yard of the Week.

From the more traditional styles to native desert landscaping, The Payson Chronicle is now on the lookout for yards in the community that are appealing to the senses.

As such, nominations for Yard of the Week are now being accepted. Please submit your choice to us by mail, email, or in person soon: 


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Payson, UT 84651

Payson Police Report: May 6-11, 2014

Payson Police Report

May 6

Vehicle burglary was handled at 353 W 400 N. Vehicle was left unlocked.

Officer talked with a citizen regarding a theft. No action was taken.

Vehicle burglary occurred at 380 W 400 S.  Left unlocked. Nothing missing.

A parent needed some help when a six-year-old boy refused to go to school. Officer talked with the boy for about ten minutes and then he agreed to go to school.

Vehicle burglary at 214 N 200 W. Left unlocked.

Officer transported inmates back to jail after their appearance in Payson City Justice Court.
Child abuse. A DCFS referral was made to the police.

Case of theft from Walmart was referred to investigations.

Warrant. Police were dispatched to an abandoned vehicle, then soon determined it was not abandoned. Owner of the vehicle was arrested for several warrants. The vehicle was state-impounded for revoked registration, expired longer than three months.

Police were dispatched to a welfare check detail. Reporting person stated his neighbor’s springkers had been running for an abnormally long time and requested police check the welfare of the homeowner.

Vehicle burglary. Unlocked. Keys were stolen.

Disorderly situation was handled. Male refused to leave his girlfriend’s home, however, he had left before police arrived.

Police transported inmates to Payson City Court and, after their appearance, back to jail.

Officer was dispatched for a fire alarm. Upon arrival, officer made contact at the front door of Cascade Dental. There was no fire. Officer then turned the case over to the fire department.
A female runway was located and returned to her family.

Child abuse. DCFS referral was made to police.

Fraud. Report not complete.

Payson High School resource officer investigated a theft incident involving a teacher’s cellphone. One adult male was cited and released. The cellphone was recovered and returned to the owner. The case was forwarded to the city attorney for prosecution.

Animal problems involving barking dogs were handled. In some instances, the owners were issued a citation. One dog was euthanized for running loose and biting a child.

May 8

Child abuse. DCFS referral was made.

Juvenile problem. Police received a report of two young males smoking what was possibly marijuana next to a white vehicle that was leaving just as the police arrived. A traffic stop was made and the driver found to be an 18-year-old male. A consent search of the vehicle was obtained. No illegal contraband was found.

Vehicle burglary. No suspects. No further information.

Criminal mischief.

Theft under investigation.

Fraud being investigated

May 9

Domestic violence ended when a male was arrested and booked into the Utah County Jail.
A different twist to theft: Reporting person stated that if the property was returned, she would not pursue charges. Property was returned.

Police were dispatched to a possible overdose. Verified. Individual was transported to the hospital.

Dispatched to return a phone call regarding an ungovernable juvenile. A short time later, she called back and advised the police that the juvenile had returned home.

Officer was called to the area of McDonalds for a report of juveniles problem. Call turned out to be a suspicious person. There was no criminal activity, but it became necessary to transport a male to his residence in Spanish Fork.

Police were called to the area of Barnett School on a suspicious activity. and found it to be unfounded.

May 10

Officer was dispatched to pick up a dog that had bitten a neighbor’s child. Officer talked with all those involved, including the owner of the dog. The dog was euthanized by West Mt. Vet.

Police located an adult male who was wanted on warrants and made an arrest, and then booked him into the Utah County Jail.

Police were dispatched to a dog and a child running at large. Both returned home safely before the officer arrived.

Police impounded a car for registration that had expired more than seven months prior.

May 11

Officers were dispatched on a welfare check. Female was booked and seemed to be fine. 
She was left with a family member.

Theft: Two juveniles were caught. The young man was referred to Payson City Youth Court for theft and criminal mischief.

Two persons leaving the hospital and had received a citation before they left the hospital. Found to have a denied license so received a citation for their violation.

Family problem. A mother and her adult son had an argument. No crime had been committed.

An unlocked vehicle proved to be a theft of a firearm and holster. This was listed with NCIS as stolen. Case was referred to detectives.

A second case of an unlocked vehicle was handled. The case was referred to detectives.

Question: Can it be called “car hopping” when a thief will go from one unlocked car to another? When they are left unlocked, it makes it quick and easy to get in. Please be sure to lock your vehicle and home when you leave.


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Good Old Days: City Recreation

by Mildred Olson

It was long before the days of cities well organized with excellent recreation programs. Long before T-Ball, P-Nut, Fox, Filly leagues, and multiple others. And long before registration fees were required of the participants.

It seems volunteers were accepted without all the extreme background checks. Of course, the town was much smaller then, and willing fathers or interested former high school athletes supervised the baseball games. This about constituted the summer recreation program. Baseball.
Her son had been given a baseball mitt and was anxious and excited to get to the field, where they would be playing. His dad was happy to drive him and see that the coach could place him on the team.

His mother was planning to get a great deal done while they were gone. But within about a half an hour, they were back. The boy had been hit just above his right eye and a huge bump about the size of a baseball ended his enthusiasm and desire to be a baseball player. He put the mitt away and never used it again.

As he grew older, that eye always bothered him, but an optometrist claimed there was no damage.

Those were the good old days.

Yvanna Williams Joins Aveda as Educator and Stylist

Yvanna Williams is leaving Curl Up and Dye after two years at the Payson salon to join Aveda Provo Institute as an educator.  She will also be doing hair at Mark Anthony Salon in Springville and for Aveda Salon.  She will be greatly missed by her many friends at Commercial Place on Utah Avenue, the location of Curl Up and Dye.

Monday, May 19, 2014

Jaden Grill Crowned Miss Genola 2014


Pictured are the lovely contestants and queens of the Miss Genola Pageant. Jaden Grill (Contestant #6) was crowned Miss Genola 2014 Saturday evening, with Sidney Burrell (Contestant #2) taking the 1st Attendant title, and Sydney Thomas (Contestant #10) named 2nd Attendant.  (Photo courtesy Erika Gee)


By Erika Gee

Saturday May 10, 2014, Genola City crowned its new royalty for the upcoming year. Jaden Grill was crowned queen, Sidney Burrell was crowned 1st attendant, and Sydney Thomas was crowned 2nd attendant.

The pageant consisted of 10 beautiful contestants demonstrating their wonderful personalities and talents. Before the royalty was crowned, two additional awards were given to the contestants: Miss Photogenic and Miss Congeniality. Miss Photogenic went to Savanna Raven and Miss Congeniality went to Sidney Burrell. The winners were all very excited about the new opportunities they get to experience as Genola royalty.

“I didn’t expect to win, but I am really glad to represent Genola and reach out to unite everyone as a town,” said Jaden Grill.

Golden Onion Days Grand Marshal Nominations Now Being Accepted

Is there an individual or couple in the community you wish to see leading the Onion Days parade this year?  Payson City is now accepting applications for the Golden Onion Days Grand Marshal and they are hoping to hear from you.
Applications, due June 13, 2014, should include a half-page write-up concerning the nominees, along with a photograph of them.

Please send your nomination to:
Payson City
Grand Marshall
439 W Utah Ave.

Payson, UT 84651

Friday, May 16, 2014

Excellent Year for South County Softball and Baseball


Check out The Payson Chronicle for stories and pictures of your favorite local team.

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Tuesday, May 13, 2014

Foothill Cloggers: 10 Year Anniversary and Still Growing


KICKERS: Tariah Brown, Courtney Wilson, Kylee Davis, Kaisley Theobald, Tayler Brown
Bailie Baxter, Jenna Osborn, Shelby Thomas 

With 150-plus dancers strong, the Foothill Cloggers have grown to be part of one of the largest clogging studios around. This year they are celebrating a decade of teamwork, touring, and performing. Find out more about their success, performances, and performers in this week's edition of The Payson Chronicle.

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Good Old Days: Police Ledger of Old

by Mildred Olson

Resorting to the old police ledger, I discovered quite a difference in the fines for the same offenses from 1873-1890. (Reports are copied just as the officers have written them.)

For April 1873, the following men, names omitted by the writer, were taken before the “Mayor and 3 were fined 3.00 and one 2.50 for Drunkennes and disturbing the peace.”

“1890 – Disterbing Peace was find $3.50. Was arestid.”

“Arestid a male for defacing a bilding. Was sentencd to 7 hours in jaile.” Another fellow was “arestid for defacing a bilding and was sentecid to 7 days in jale.”

A fellow was “arestid for being drunk and was find $5.00.”

Each report shows at least a 2.00 increase in fines over those which had been assessed in 1873. Some fines were much higher, but this is at the first part of April. The police department was established, defining the duties of the police officers, in January 1873 in this small community.


Good old days? Perhaps.  

Respected Police Chief Retires in Santaquin


Chief Howard (left) with Santaquin Mayor Kirk Hunsaker (right)

After a forty-year-long career in law enforcement, Santaquin Police Chief Dennis Howard has retired.  City officials, along with officers and staff from the Santaquin Police Department, came together to express their gratitude and praise to the well respected police chief at the May 7 council meeting in Santaquin. Find the complete story, along with an additional photo, in the May 14, 2014, printed edition of The Payson Chronicle as well as on our website at http://www.paysonchronicle.com/ .


Monday, May 12, 2014

LIONS LEARN INS AND OUTS OF ID THEFT PROTECTION

Jen Tanner, MACU Educational Services Officer, shares insight on how to protect identity from being stolen.
Identity theft has become a pervasive problem, one that has hit close to home.  The dos and don’ts of identity protection were laid out for local Lions Club members at their April 24 meeting, with a presentation by special guest Jen Tanner, Educational Services Officer of Mt. America Credit Union’s corporate office in West Jordan.  
The evening’s guest speaker arrived packed with knowledge and an invitation to speak by Lion Adam Sevy, who serves as Branch Manager of the Payson MACU.  Ms. Tanner, a West Mountain native, shared scenarios for Lions to watch for and provided invaluable information they can use to help protect their identity and financial assets from being stolen.

Congratulations to our winners

Congratulations to Cloey Roper! She is the grand prize winner of The Payson Chronicle’s Business of the Month celebration drawing.  Her prize includes a box of candy bearing, in part, the Chronicle owner’s name, “Mike,” as well as a year of display advertising in our weekly newspaper.  

Congratulations also to our first and second prize winners.  If you see your name listed below, and have not already done so, please drop on by the Chronicle office, at 145 East Utah Avenue #5 in Payson, and pick up your prize.

First Prize:
Jake Ore
Doris Adams
Norene Jensen

Second Prize:
Rhett Huff
Rory Adams
Jodi Ford
Jennifer Huff
Trevor Torres

Friday, May 9, 2014

Kudos to America First

America First Credit Union of Payson has been named the Chamber of Commerce Business of the Month for May 2014.  Details coming up in the upcoming edition of The Payson Chronicle.  

Tuesday, May 6, 2014

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Payson Police Report: April 14-20, 2014

Payson Police Report

April 14

A string of vehicle burglaries were handled by the Payson Police Department.  They occurred at 2075 South 650 West, 75 North 200 West, 211 South 650 West, 640 West 200 South, 213 South 650 West, and 596 West 100 North.  Another vehicle burglary, reported the following day, April 15, occurred at 248 South 500 West. Items were reported stolen in each incident. Please be sure to lock your vehicle and secure the windows when it is left unattended.

An officer transported inmates to Spanish Fork 4th District Court and back to jail after their appearance before a judge. Officers also transported inmates back to jail after their appearance in Payson City Court.

Officer contacted the person responsible for three cars parked illegally on the roadside, and informed him that he would have to come and get them.

Police were dispatched to a report of a yelling man. Officer located the people involved in this situation and found it to be related to a verbal argument. Police informed them to lower the volume of their voices when having such disputes. No charges were made at this time.

Police were contacted by 7-11 regarding an abandoned vehicle--a red Geo Tracker, with a Montana State license plate. The manager filled out an abandoned vehicle form and Alexander’s Towing impounded it.

April 15

Missing person report was made. The male juvenile runaway later returned home.
Police were dispatched to a fight, which was verified as a verbal argument between an intoxicated female and her boyfriend. The two were separated and released to adult friends.
Sex offense case was referred to detectives.

While on patrol, an officer located a vehicle parked in the middle of the road with its motor running and found two females inside, engaged in sexual activities. Also found were several open containers of alcohol. Both females were issued a citation for open alcohol containers in the vehicle. The driver was also cited for having no driver’s license. She did not appear to have been drinking.

Officer located two juveniles, who were found smoking tobacco products. A male juvenile was referred to juvenile court for possession of marijuana in a drug-free zone (DFZ), possession of drug paraphernalia in a DFZ, and possession of tobacco.

Lost: A brown ladies wallet.

April 16

A suspicious detail involving three unidentified persons at the complainant’s home trying to sell vacuum cleaners was handled. The individuals stayed for almost an hour and a half, and refused to leave.  They finally left prior to the officers’ arrival. Police were unable to locate them.

Police were dispatched to a prowler detail. A ten-year-old girl was at her home babysitting when she heard a knock on the door, but did not recognize the man knocking. Police responded and found it was a neighbor dropping off another child for the girl to babysit.

Police located two male juveniles chewing tobacco at the high school. Both were referred to Payson City Youth Court for possession of tobacco.

During the week, police opened cars with keys locked inside. They also investigated several vehicle accidents, none with serious injuries.

During the week there were no reports of cows, goats, chickens, or turkeys, just horses running loose, as well as dogs and sick cats. The dogs were running unleashed and one had bitten someone, while a couple were called in for excessive barking.
Police opened a couple of vehicles with the keys locked inside.

April 17

Child abuse with a DCFS referral made to police.

A sexual assault case was handled. Officer contacted the complainant and collected statements from the victim and witness; there is also suspect information in this case.

Assault at Mt. Nebo Jr. High. Two fighting boys were referred to juvenile court.

Officer was dispatched to a vehicle burglary, but found nothing to be suspicious.

Police responded to several vehicle accidents, one involving a bicycle with a baby that got shaken up a bit, but was not injured. The vehicle had barely clipped the backside of the bicycle, according to the report.

April 18

Officers were dispatched to a disorderly offense, first reported as a weapons offense. Summons for charges were requested.

Police checked on a report of a missing female juvenile. Before police arrived the girl returned. She was just late getting home from school.

Sex offense case was referred to city attorney.

An officer stopped a vehicle that showed no insurance and found the  driver had a denied license. A K9 was called to alert for drugs. Possession of drug paraphernalia and a drug without a prescription, and possession of tobacco by a minor were found. Citations were issued to one male for drug paraphernalia and no driver’s license. Also issued possession of the drugs and possession of tobacco citations to a female minor.

Police received a report of horses running loose. The owner was contacted and promised to take care of them.

Police were dispatched to a sick cat found in the reporting person’s front yard. The cat had been run over and seemed to be paralyzed. The cat was taken to West Mt. Animal Clinic.

April 19

Sex offense. Police were dispatched to a business, where the reporting person stated a man had rubbed his hand on her bottom. After speaking with the victim, the witnesses, and suspect, the male was arrested and transported, then booked into the Utah County Jail.

A victim told police and emergency personnel at the Mt. View Hospital that he had been assaulted at Memorial Park. He stated that he did not know who “jumped him” and wanted no action taken.
Warrant. An adult male was located and booked into jail for an active warrant.

Public peace situation. Music too loud. Police responded and the music was heard outside a garage. There was a language issue, but they turned it down, and then closed the garage door.

April 20

Vehicle burglary. Report not complete (no address).

Runaway: A seventeen-year-old female. Information was listed on NCIC.

Report of suspicious activity proved unfounded.

Police responded to a report from dispatch involving a vehicle leaving Mt. View Hospital, driven by someone who had just been given narcotics. Officer located the vehicle and followed it for several blocks, and was unable to get a driving pattern. The vehicle was stopped for a traffic violation and the driver contacted. The male did not seem impaired and was released with a verbal warning.

Police assisted county personnel, where officers were busy trying to corral two loose horses on the road in Spring Lake. The owner was called and retrieved the horses.

Police were dispatched to Walmart on a report of a child left unattended inside a vehicle. Officers responded and were unable to locate the blue Chevrolet Monte Carlo with an unknown license plate.
Officers were dispatched on a late report of theft from Walmart. A female had loaded up a shopping cart with groceries, then left the store, parking the cart next to her car. She put some of the items in the car before she was approached by an employee, at which time she hurried and drove away.

During the week, police responded to several alarms. None required police action.


Be sure to lock the doors to your home and your vehicle when you are away from them. Be sure the windows are secure.

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