Payson Roundup

09/04/2025

Search and rescue teams had a busy holiday weekend, locating two missing people in separate incidents.

https://www.paysonroundup.com/news/search-and-rescue-teams-busy-over-holiday-weekend/article_581872f7-30f2-4ad5-be0e-64c1aa6d06fb.html

09/04/2025

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
September 4, 2025

Town of Payson Rescinds Fire Restrictions Effective September 5, 2025

Payson, AZ — Town of Payson Director of Public Safety, David Staub, has ordered that fire restrictions within Town limits be rescinded effective September 5, 2025, at 8:00 a.m.

This action follows recent rainfall, which has reduced wildfire fuel conditions below the critical threshold for restrictions. While this change allows for the easing of restrictions, the Town urges residents, and visitors to remain cautious. Vegetation in the region can dry quickly, and even under non-critical conditions, wildfires can spread rapidly from unattended or accidental ignitions.

The Town of Payson appreciates the community’s cooperation during the restriction period and reminds everyone to continue practicing responsible fire safety at all times.

Contact:
Town of Payson – Fire Department

09/04/2025

Check out this letter from a young cowpoke who is showing his first steer at the Northern Gila County Fair Sept. 4 - 6.

Hi, my name is Pratt Lyman, and I am 10 years old. I enjoy roping, being a cowboy and riding horses.

09/04/2025

Pratt Lyman and his steer Wilford will be at the county fair this weekend.

Hi, my name is Pratt Lyman, and I am 10 years old. I enjoy roping, being a cowboy and riding horses.

09/04/2025

A 29-year-old Valley woman fell to her death from the Mogollon Rim during a camping trip with friends early Saturday morning.

09/04/2025

County fair opens today!

The Northern Gila County Fair is coming to town Sept. 4–6 at the Payson Event Center, and this year it’s bringing something new. In collaboration with the Town of Payson’s

09/04/2025

After 22 years with the same director, the Payson Choral Society will begin this season with a new one. Now led by Adam Burriel, the group hopes to increase membership and boost donations.

https://www.paysonroundup.com/news/payson-choral-society-set-to-start-first-season-with-new-director/article_c0767ca8-2cab-41f8-a4d8-3b97e6b41c06.html

09/04/2025

Aero Drive to close east of State Route 87 in Payson Sept. 7-12
Use Cedar Lane as detour

The Arizona Department of Transportation advises Payson area drivers to plan for a weeklong closure of Aero Drive east of State Route 87 as work continues on the SR 87 Payson Street Improvements project.

The following restriction will be in place beginning 8 p.m., Sunday night, Sept 7, through 7 a.m., Friday morning, Sept. 12:

● Aero Drive east of SR 87 will be closed.
● Drivers should use Cedar Lane as a detour.

The work is part of ADOT’s $12.2 million SR 87 Payson Street Improvements project between Green Valley Parkway and Crackerjack Road.

For more information, visit azdot.gov/PaysonImprovements or contact Community Relations Project Manager Jason Stephens at 480.751.7104 or [email protected]

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09/04/2025

SAFETY ALERT

📣Visitors to all Tonto National Forest ranger districts are urged to use caution due to a heightened potential for flash flooding in multiple burn scar areas from this Thursday, September 4, through Friday, September 5.
💧Flooding can occur quickly with little to no warning. Humidity can lead to an increase in heat-related illnesses that can occur without any indicators.
☀️❄️Temperatures will remain hot at lower elevations with rapid temperature drops in the mountains.
🧥Dress in layers and be prepared for unexpected weather changes.
🚷Do not hike at the hottest part of the day. Roughly from 1 p.m. until 6 p.m.
⛔Do not swim in canyons.
🐻Animals may be on the move; give them their space and never feed or approach wildlife.

09/04/2025

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