Category Archives: Payson

Isolation Blues: The Trials and Trails of Social Distancing–Chapter 5

Posted on May 24, 2020 by timfruth

Still furloughed but not locked down, I look for multiple ways to keep active during the crisis. Of course I watch some Netflix but in reality I am keeping busy without TV. My book reading has increased as I continue … Continue reading →

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Field of Screams

Posted on August 29, 2016 by timfruth

On Friday, August 19, 2016 the Payson Roundup sports section published an article written by Keith Morris concerning the condition of Payson High School Longhorn Field. Field of Screams by Keith Morris Morris hammers home the point that the field might not be … Continue reading →

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Bicycle: I want to ride it where I like

Posted on April 3, 2015 by timfruth

Bicycle bicycle bicycle I want to ride my bicycle bicycle bicycle I want to ride my bicycle I want to ride my bike I want to ride my bicycle I want to ride it where I like Freddy Mercury Michael … Continue reading →

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Chalk This One Up as a Mistake

Posted on September 19, 2014 by timfruth

Recently, the Payson town council was prepared to vote on a new ordinance that would ban chalk from parks. http://www.paysonroundup.com/news/2014/sep/13/chalky-desperado-crackdown/ The ordinance would further not allow using charcoal in grills at the park. It would prohibit climbing fences, buildings and other structures. Even … Continue reading →

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Payson High School Banners Boost Spirits? Inclusive or Noninclusive?

Posted on September 18, 2014 by timfruth

(It was unintended on my part to make this into a “race” issue. I have edited out any references to race. My focal point is inclusion of all students in spirit related activities.) As a previous teacher and administrator of Payson High … Continue reading →

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Payson Elections Have Left This Voter Disillusioned

Posted on August 13, 2014 by timfruth

I, like many others, thought that the local race for mayor and town council seats would be  a race focused on improving the community, building community, and having a vision for the town articulated by the candidates. Am I ever disappointed. … Continue reading →

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