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November 21, 2009
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College Challenge Rodeo helps NPC team defray expenses

Mike James - The Independent
Bull rider Nikolai Freemyer gets tossed from his bull scoring 60 points during the NPC College Challenge Rodeo held Nov. 7 at Taylor Rodeo Park. Put on by the NPC Rodeo Team Booster Club, the event seeks to raise money for the team members' fees and equipment.
The Northland Pioneer College Rodeo Team Booster Club conducted a "College Challenge" at Taylor Rodeo Park Nov. 7.
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County passes balanced budget despite 'surreal environment'
HOLBROOK - An update on the state of the budget in Navajo County presented to the board painted an uncertain picture for the future in light of recent developments at the state level.
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NZ Legacy's windmill project given green light
HOLBROOK - Two resolutions to allow NZ Legacy to erect seven meteorological towers in two locations between Holbrook and Snowflake, about three miles southwest of Woodruff, met with opposition from local residents at the last meeting of the Navajo County Board of Supervisors, but it ultimately got a green light with one dissenting vote.
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Classic Thanksgiving dinner cost decreases 23 percent
As Arizonans sit down at the Thanksgiving table to dig into the traditional feast this year, the turkey dinner with all the trimmings will cost $40.47 for an Arizona family of 10, or $4.05 per person.
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In time for Thanksgiving travel -
ADOT to open new northbound I-17 lanes in north Phoenix
PHOENIX - The Arizona Department of Transportation has some welcome news for Thanksgiving holiday travelers who use northbound Interstate 17 to drive out of the Phoenix area.
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Tate's teams up with United Food Bank in holiday food drive
SHOW LOW - The Tate family has been in the automobile business for 30 years, starting in Holbrook. Forrest and Linda Tate are now very excited about doing business in Show Low.
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Arizona one of 10 states facing economic disaster, according to Pew Center report
Even as some economists are predicting an end to the recession, a report by the Pew Center on the states released Nov. 11 warns 10 states are heading towards economic disaster that could affect the rest of the country.
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WMAT elections to fill seven tribal council seats
The White Mountain Apache Tribe will hold a primary election Feb. 3 and general election April 7 to fill seven tribal council seats whose terms will expire May 5.
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Navajo County Coalition Against Drug Abuse -
New substance abuse resources fill gaps in medical education
The rigors of medical training sharpen a doctor's ability to diagnose and treat a wide variety of human afflictions.
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Brewer: Long-term solution to state's economic woes depends on jobs
PHOENIX - While a temporary sales tax increase would help address Arizona's budget crisis, a long-term solution will depend on attracting firms that offer high-paying jobs, Gov. Jan Brewer told business leaders recently.
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SRP launches holiday energy-saving contest
Salt River Project customers who have devised their own unique ways to save on electricity bills during the holidays are encouraged to share their ideas in a new contest launched this week on www.savewithsrp.com.
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Supreme Court ends valedictorian's right to speak freely at graduation
WASHINGTON, D.C. - The United States Supreme Court has refused to hear the case of a high school valedictorian whose microphone was turned off by school officials after she began speaking about the part her Christian beliefs played in her success in life.
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Attorney of St. Johns boy wants new judge in case
Attorneys representing the 9-year-old St. Johns boy have asked for a new judge in the case, citing a bias against their client.
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Apache County deputies detain suspect in nun murder
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Show Low
Check out Show Low Library - Visit library to refresh memory, recapture tradition that has stood the test of time
According to the calendar, it is November, but due dates for library materials are reaching into December. The countdown to 2010 will begin soon.
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Prescribed fires planned for the Verde Glen area this week
PAYSON - More prescribed fire operations are planned for the Verde Glen area this week, as well as a 2,300-acre mechanical fuels reduction operation on the Payson Ranger District, announced Tonto National Forest fire specialists.
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Drops in water levels prompt Bartlett Lake ramp closures
Dropping water levels at Bartlett Lake have prompted Tonto National Forest officials to close off the paved boat ramps providing access to the lake.
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Navajo County presents $5,000 check to S.L. senior center
SHOW LOW - Navajo County Supervisor David Tenney presented a $5,000 check to the Show Low Senior Center Nov. 9.
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Telemedicine institute designed to train doctors, help patients in remote areas
PHOENIX - To Dr. Ronald S. Weinstein, a doctor's eyes and ears are as important as instruments or tests.
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Watchdog, advocate Goldwater Institute adds investigative reporter
PHOENIX - Everything in Mark Flatten's office says investigative reporter, from stacks of paper on the desk to sources' contact information scribbled next to the phone to a hand-held tape recorder and headphones beside the computer.
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Show Low dedicates veteran's memorial
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Show Low - At 5 a.m. on Nov. 11, 1918, the armistice ending "The War to End All Wars," World War I, was signed with hostilities to end at 11 a.m.
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Excavation for new sewer line on US 60 begins
The Arizona Department of Transportation is repaving 8.3 miles of U.S. 60 from the west side of Miami to McMillen Wash in Globe.
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Kirkpatrick earns critical win in fight to eliminate black liquor tax loophole
WASHINGTON, D.C. - Rep. Ann Kirkpatrick has been fighting for months to put an end to the "black liquor" tax break, which has cost this country up to $10 billion and Greater Arizona more than 100 jobs.
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Kids learn ER techniques
Summit Healthcare hosted ER Kids Day Wednesday, Oct. 14. Thirty children, ages 2-5 years old, were taught proper hand-washing techniques and how to cough and sneeze in to their arm to keep their hands free of germs (somewhat!).
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Annual light parade shines on Show Low
The annual electric light parade returns to Show Low, Saturday, Dec. 5, beginning at 6:30 p.m.
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Show Low Elks Law and Order Recognition Dinner
The Show Low Elks Lodge hosted the annual Law and Order Dinner Oct. 17, to honor and recognize members of law enforcement and fire departments in our community. All attendees received a free steak dinner from the Show Low Elks.
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Panel: Fear, misinformation hamper efforts to immunize minority groups against H1N1
PHOENIX - Safety fears, misinformation and a distrust of doctors hamper efforts to persuade members of minority groups to get vaccinated against the H1N1 flu strain, Centers for Disease Control and Prevention officials told ethnic media leaders Thursday.
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St. Johns
St. Johns School District override passes
The results for the election held last week are finally in.
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Teachers take to the sky - St. Johns teachers take part in innovative science and math training
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Pinetop-Lakeside
Chamber announces '09 business award nominees
The Pinetop-Lakeside Chamber of Commerce congratulates the following award nominees:
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Bridging ceremony
Girl Scout Troop No. 760 held a bridging ceremony at Woodland Lake Park Saturday, Oct. 17, in celebration.
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Tough economy helping boost community college enrollment
TEMPE - Given the tough economy, Rich Conchos was prepared for an increase in students attending Rio Salado College, where he is director of enrollment.
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Cowboy Christmas Concert opens Season of Good Will
PINETOP-LAKESIDE - A few years ago American Cowboy magazine asked its readers to respond to the question "Why do we still need the American cowboy?"
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BRES students learn respect through Character Counts program
PINETOP-LAKESIDE - Blue Ridge second graders were recognized as respectful kids by their parents and peers in an assembly on Oct. 22.
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Governor Jan Brewer announces bid for second term
PHOENIX -- Arizona Gov. Jan Brewer today formally announced her candidacy for a second term as the Governor of the State of Arizona.
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Support your community, help make holiday beautification plan a reality
Volunteer a few hours of your time and help make your community shine this holiday season.
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History project has high school students recording veterans' stories
PHOENIX - What sticks with Kevin Kane most from the first time he received a Purple Heart isn't the explosion that sprayed his arms and legs with shrapnel and left him hard of hearing in one ear.
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Springerville-Eagar
Christian women to meet in Springerville
The Round Valley Lighthouse of Aglow International will hold its monthly meeting Saturday, Nov. 21, at the First Assembly of God Church in Springerville, located at 1359 E. Main St. It will begin at 10 a.m. with Sharon Amos as the speaker.
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Santa Claus is coming to Springerville Nov. 27
Santa will arrive by wagon at noon on Friday, Nov. 27, at Cowboy Up Hay and Ranch Supply, 456 S. Mountain Ave., in Springerville.
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New speed enforcement vehicle hits the streets
Speeders in Springerville may need to slow down; there's a new sheriff in town.
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Health district contributes $125K to medical center
SPRINGERVILLE - The White Mountain Communities Special Health Care District recently handed $125,000 to Michael Zimmerman, CEO of White Mountain Regional Medical Center, bringing the total the district has contributed to the medical center to more than $3.2 million since 1995.
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Round Valley celebrates Arizona's Gift
As the only stop on the cross-country tour that was able to see the entire Capitol Christmas Tree, Springerville-Eagar residents came out in the hundreds to help celebrate Arizona's gift to the nation.
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Snowflake-Taylor
Help make the community beautiful for the Christmas season
The Snowflake/Taylor Chamber of Commerce is asking the businesses located on Main Street in Snowflake and Taylor to display a lighted Christmas Tree in their window (facing Main Street) or outside in front of their business by Tuesday, Dec. 1, at 6 p.m. Trees can be real or fake.
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NACOG sets community forums for Snowflake, Overgaard seniors
Northern Arizona Council of Governments, Area Agency on Aging, invites senior citizens to free public forums to address the needs of their communities.
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Navajo County
Navajo County presents $10,000 check to library
WOODRUFF-Navajo County Supervisor J.R. DeSpain presented a $10,000 check to the Woodruff Community Library during its open house for their newly renovated room on Nov. 17.
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Contestants ready to compete in Navajo County's Got Talent show
Twelve contestants have been selected to compete in the first annual Navajo County's Got Talent. Auditions were held Oct. 13 and judges selected 12 contestants and two alternates.
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Navajo County spreads H1N1 vaccines
Navajo County Public Health Services District has successfully completed its second 2009 H1N1 Big Shot Flu Clinic in Holbrook Nov. 7.
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League committee votes to file suit over bill
PHOENIX -The Executive Committee of the League of Arizona Cities and Towns voted Nov. 6 to file a Special Action lawsuit with the Arizona Supreme Court over the issue of HB2008 as passed in the Third Special Session of the Legislature.
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NPC schedules cosmetology testing for admission
Formal interviews and mandatory testing for admission to Northland Pioneer College's spring cosmetology classes will be conducted Monday, Nov. 23, on the Show Low, White Mountain Campus, and on Tuesday, Nov. 24, on the Winslow Little Colorado Campus, starting promptly at 9 a.m. in the cosmetology classroom at each location.
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Apache County
Severity of H1N1 impacts this year's flu season
As myths and facts swirl around about the H1N1 vaccine, the virus continues to take its toll on Arizona residents. The current flu season has already exceeded the peak months of the previous two flu seasons.
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Reno Wildfire creates more smoke in White Mountain communities
WHITE MOUNTAINS - Mild weather across Arizona has brought ideal burning conditions for both prescribed fires and wildfires.
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Chairman Lupe: Eagles at tree cutting good omen
The appearance of three bald eagles at the cutting of the Capitol Christmas Tree awed and amazed those that witnessed the magnificent birds circling over the site of the celebration.
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