As Rim Country residents know, chilly nights can linger well into spring at our elevation. That means furnaces, space heaters, and fireplaces stay in use — and with them comes the invisible risk of carbon monoxide poisoning. Carbon monoxide (CO) is colorless and odorless. You can’t see it, smell it, or taste it. But it…
Every year, Rim Country faces the reality of wildfire season. The question isn’t whether fires will threaten our area — it’s whether we’ll be ready when they do. Local fire officials are urging residents to start preparing now, before temperatures climb and conditions dry out. Here’s what every Rim Country household should do before June….
The Gila County Sheriff’s Office reports a surge in phone scams targeting seniors across the Payson area. The calls follow familiar patterns, but scammers are getting more sophisticated. Current Scams Circulating The Grandparent Scam: A caller claims to be your grandchild in trouble — arrested, in a car accident, stranded — and begs you to…