- Everyone can help with national count programs
- November 28, 2008
- Bird lovers can enjoy migration events in their own back yards through a number of national programs.
- Bosque of the birds
- Every winter morning 100,000 birds take flight from the still waters of this New Mexico refuge
- November 28, 2008
- It’s a cold, crisp predawn, with the temperature in the 20s in the central Rio Grande Valley of New Mexico. Then the silence cracks, with a single quack from the rustling snow geese, then another and another. Soon, a cacophonous chorus of snow geese and sandhill cranes fills the morning air — the signal the fly-out is about to begin.
- Make the holidays harmonious for pets, too
- November 27, 2008
- The holidays present a host of hazards to pets. It’s important to be aware of these dangers to keep pets safe.
- More pets turned over due to economy
- November 27, 2008
- In this week’s column we are focusing on “owner turnover animals.” The economic downturn has had a dramatic effect on the world of homeless animals. Animal shelters all around the country have received record numbers of animals from owners who have lost their homes. In most cases, these animals already have basic training such as being housebroken. Our shelter is no different, and we are filled to the brim.
- Outdoor adventure on the Rim more valuable than money
- November 25, 2008
- With Thanksgiving being only two days away, maybe a time of reflection is needed for all those trips to your favorite fishing hole or hiking areas in Rim Country.
- Cold weather brings new challenges
- November 21, 2008
- It has been a very busy year for the staff of Payson Humane Society. We’ve struggled with several very serious obstacles and have managed to come out on top (most of the time).
- Books can help you share, craft, bake, decorate and celebrate
- November 20, 2008
- Christmas is just around the corner, but the economy is quite scary.
- Tamales for Toys helps everyone have happy holiday
- November 20, 2008
- Hold off on getting that Mexican food fix. The annual Tamales for Toys event is just down the way.
- Need for help increases
- Rim Country food banks give this holiday season
- November 20, 2008
- With demand up and donations down, local food and clothing banks are hungry for assistance. The holiday season is always rough for charities looking to fill the need of area families with holiday food boxes and warm clothing. With the economy on a hiatus this season, people have less to give and need for more.
- Easy, elegant holiday brunch
- November 19, 2008
- Whether it’s for out-of-town holiday guests or a get together with friends, cooking for a crowd can seem like a daunting idea. A simple holiday brunch with menu items that you make ahead can minimize the hustle and bustle of the season while maximizing the time you get to spend with loved ones.
- Arteries make better grafts than veins
- November 19, 2008
- Predictions about the longevity of grafts for clogged arteries are hazardous.
- Puppies passed over still waiting for homes
- November 14, 2008
- The animals featured in this week’s column are some of our precious babies.
- Supply line ready to send holiday packages to troops
- November 13, 2008
- Several thousand miles away in a dusty desert camp in Iraq, a soldier hears his name called out in mail call. He hasn’t received a piece of mail in several weeks and is shocked to see two 30-pound boxes with his name.
- Adventure bound
- Satisfying a dream takes couple to the high seas
- November 13, 2008
- Luis and Ramona Coppelli both had a dream. She, 20 years younger than he, dreamt of a family and a child. He, after two divorces and a surgical decision to have no more children, led a life driven by the sea.
- These pets are eager to please
- November 7, 2008
- This week’s column features a group of some of the sweetest pets we have. These are the kinds of animals that when you get to know them, you can’t help but ask, “Why would anyone not want this guy?”
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