In this episode, Birdman chats with Chief Joe Shelley about Road Safety.

Please slow down in wet, snowy weather.

Electronic devices cause 10x more distraction, even hands free.

This month is DUI enforcement month in the entire state of Arizona, until January 2nd. Driving with a buzz is still considered drunk driving. Play it safe and be smart by preventing, don't take the risk.

Please have a designated driver or call Safe Ride, there are other options than driving under the influence (does not only apply to alcohol). 

Think, be smart, be safe.

Recorded in the Heritage Room at Show Low City Hall.

*10 Steps to a Well Run Business class, Show Low City Hall partnering with SCORE. 

October 11, 2018 @ 11:30am - 1:00pm at Show Low City Hall - 180 N 9th St, Show Low.

The class is FREE and lunch will be provided. 

*Show Low Main Street's Spooktactular Festival will take place Saturday, October 27, 2018, from 12pm-8pm.

Recorded in the Heritage Room at Show Low City Hall.

Free residential electronic waste, used tire and newly added household hazardous recycling event will be held from 8 a.m. to noon Saturday, Aug. 25, in the Show Low City Hall parking lot, 180 N. 9th Street.

Citizens from across southern Navajo County may drop off a CRT-style television or computer monitor (limited to either one per vehicle with additional items charged $20 each), LCD flat-screen televisions, electronic equipment and accessories, computer equipment and accessories, phones, DVD players, small appliances and used tires without rims. A new component this year is that household hazardous waste may also be dropped off. Allowed items include acids, adhesives, aerosol cans, batteries (including automobile), fire extinguishers, fluorescent lights, fuel and motor oil, herbicides and pesticides, household cleaners, lawn and garden products, items containing mercury, paints, small propane tanks (16 oz. and 5 gal.) and solvents. Also accepted are household products labeled with the words, “caution,” “combustible,” “corrosive,” “danger,” “flammable,” “poison,” “toxic” and “warning.”

No ammunition, explosives, medical waste (including medications), biohazardous or infectious waste, compressed gas cylinders (except propane tanks), large home appliances, radioactive waste and smoke alarms are allowed. Commercial hazardous waste also is not allowed.

For commercial electronic waste, the contractor offers commercial pickup for a fee Friday, Aug. 24, by scheduling an appointment at 602-944-4151.

Birdman on the Mountain podcast – July 19, 2018 (regarding city elections)

Rob:

(Guests:  City Clerk Ann Kurasaki, Deputy City Clerk Tamra Reidhead, Planning and Zoning Director Justen Tregaskes)

I understand you have information to share with our viewers about the upcoming city elections this fall.

Ann:

• We have a primary election on August 28 for 3 council seats and 1 ballot proposition.
• Voters can choose from 4 candidates—incumbent council members Mike Allsop, Brent Hatch and John Leech, Jr. and newcomer Kevin Weaver.
• The winning candidates will serve until December 2022.
• We also have ballot proposition 416 to adopt the 2018 General Plan.

Tamra:

• Our city election—combined with federal, state and county elections—will appear at the end or near the end of the ballot.
• Show Low voters have 2 polling places to choose from— either the city campus gym on East McNeil or Timber Mesa Fire and Medical District  on the Deuce of Clubs across from the airport.
• Voters will need to present the necessary identification to receive a ballot or can request a ballot in the mail by calling Navajo County at (800) 668-3867 by August 17.

Ann:

• Our Council members are non-partisan—which means they don’t declare a party affiliation.
• A voter who has a designated political party (Republican, Democrat, Green or Libertarian) will receive that party’s ballot at the polls.
• Because Arizona is an Open Primary state, voters registered as “independents” or “no political party” can still vote in the primary.
• At the polls or by calling Navajo County, voters can choose a Republican, Democrat or Green party ballot OR a city-only ballot. The city-only ballot shows the City Council race and ballot proposition.
• The Libertarian party is the only party that doesn’t participate in the Open Primary.

Rob:

Can you explain the ballot proposition and tell us more about the General Plan?

Justen:

• Shown as Proposition 416 on the ballot, it asks voters to approve the 2018 General Plan.
• A General Plan provides guidelines for land use, transportation, quality growth and compatible development.
• The last General Plan was adopted by the voters in 2008.
• Although land development has been minimal, we’re required by state law to update it every 10 years and get voter approval.
• What’s new in the 2018 Plan are updated maps, demographic data and general information. The rest of the Plan is a close copy of the 2008 version.

Rob:

How can voters learn more about the ballot proposition?

Justen:

• All households with a registered Show Low voter will receive a publicity pamphlet through the mail in late July or early August with more information.
• We’ve created an informational flyer about the General Plan that was distributed with the utility bill that was sent in early July. We also have copies of the flyer at city hall.

Rob:

Will the city have a general election in November?

Ann:

∙ It depends on what happens at the primary.

∙ For candidates, anyone who receives more than 50% of the vote for the office of Council member is considered elected. If all 3 seats are not filled at the primary, a general election on November 6 will be held for the remaining seats.   

∙ The ballot proposition for adopting the new General Plan will be decided at the primary.

Rob:

Is there still time to register to vote in the primary?

Tamra:

∙ July 30 is the last day to register to vote in the August 28 primary.

∙ October 8 is the last day to register to vote in the November 6 general.

∙ Voters who have moved to a different physical address, changed their names because of marriage or divorce or want to change their party designation must re-register to vote.

∙ Voter registration forms are available in the lobby at city hall.

Rob:

Are there any other key dates our voters should be aware of?

Tamra:

∙ Early ballots will be mailed to the voters by Navajo County beginning August 1. Voters have until August 17 to request an early ballot by calling (800) 668-3867.

∙ The last date we suggest mailing back a voted ballot is Friday, August 24, to make sure it’s received by the county by the August 28 election.

∙ Or voters can drop off a voted ballot at any polling place in Navajo County on election day. All polling places will stay open until 7 p.m.

∙ If there is a general election, the date is November 6.

Rob:

How can our voters learn more about our candidates?

Ann:

• The Show Low Chamber of Commerce is sponsoring a candidate forum on Thursday, July 26, in our council chambers at 181 N. 9th Street with you, Rob, as the moderator.

• Voters can come and listen to the candidates debate or watch the forum live on Show Low TV.
• Our quarterly city newsletter, sent with this month’s utility bill, has an article about the election. We also have election news on our city website at showlowaz.gov.

Recorded in the Hertiage Room at the Show Low City Hall.

Jay Brimhall and Officer Roby join share information about the upcoming 4th of July holiday.

JOIN US FOR SHOW LOW’S
4TH OF JULY PARADE, WET ZONE, AND FREEDOMFEST
Annual signature events are patriotic salutes to our nation!

Celebrate our nation’s birthday on Wednesday, July 4, through the City of Show Low’s family-friendly signature events — the annual parade in the morning, a wet zone to follow and FreedomFest in the afternoon. Find your spot for the annual parade, which begins at 9 a.m. along the Deuce of Clubs, traveling eastbound from Owens and turning south on White Mountain Road to Hall Street. This year’s parade theme is “Heroes, History and Honor,” with decorated war veteran and local resident Tom Judd, Senior Vice Commander for the Veterans of Foreign Wars, leading the parade as grand marshal.

Expect road closures and detours during the parade. The Deuce of Clubs (US 60) will be closed between Whipple Road and S. White Mountain Road (SR 260) from 8:45 until approximately 11:30 a.m., with eastbound and westbound detours established. The eastbound detour begins at the Deuce of Clubs and Whipple Road intersection, with the Deuce of Clubs closing to traffic at this location. Traffic will be routed to Whipple Road to Central Avenue and south on Woolford Road to S. White Mountain Road, where the White Mountain Entertainment Show Low 5 movie theaters are located. Westbound traffic on the Deuce of Clubs will be routed south on S. White Mountain Road to Woolford Road and return to the Deuce of Clubs via Whipple.

Following the end of the parade, the city will provide a “wet zone” at no charge until 1:30 p.m. at Frontier Fields, 600 N. 9th Place. All ages who want to frolic among the sprinklers, cool off with a good soak from Timber Mesa Fire and Medical District’s fire truck or enjoy exciting water activities are invited to come and have fun.

At 3 p.m., head over to the Show Low football stadium complex, 500 W. Old Linden Road, for the popular FreedomFest festivities — with free admission — planned to last well into the evening. Relish tasty fare, including Indian tacos, Mexican food, funnel cakes, kettle corn, pretzels, cotton candy, shaved ice, hand-crafted soda and other delectable treats. The Fun Zone will be in full swing from 3 to 8:30 p.m., featuring a double-lane mega slide, rock wall, wrecking ball, obstacle courses, bounce houses and much more. Unlimited ride wristbands are only $10 each.

Live concerts begin at 3 p.m. with Fools Hollow Band, Edward at 4:15, Arizona Blacktop at 5:30, culminating with headliner, Sir Harrison Band, performing at 7:30 p.m. In addition, parade winners will be announced at 6:45 and, beginning at 7, the Show Low High School Choir will perform patriotic songs along with a flag-raising ceremony.

The Fireworks show will more than likely be cancelled. Final decision will be made on Monday, July 2nd.

In addition:

Please be patient with others.

Dogs need to be on a leash; if they are not good in crowds or around noise, please be smart and don't bring your pet.

Please do not double park over another person. Leave enough space so that if you or another person has an emergency or needs to leave, they can get out of the space safely.

We are still in Stage III Fire Restricitons: no smoking (unless you are in an enclosed building or vehicle), no fireworks, no sparklers, no charcoal grills (propane grill okay). Protect our mountain.

Many people like to celebrate the 4th of July with adult beverages. Please be responsible, don't drink and drive, and if you're going to drive, don't drink.

Everyone please have a SAFE and ENJOYABLE 4th of July!

Recorded in the Hertiage Room at the Show Low City Hall.

*Lisa with the City of Show Low Public Library about the Summer Reading Program. It provides fun and exciting opportunities for children and teenagers to explore the world of reading and lifelong learning while helping to prevent the “summer slide” kids’ experience being out of school. Summer Reading features exciting events, such as Pawsome Readers (read to a therapy dog program), Craft Events and Special Events. We also offer Summer Reading opportunities for teens and adults!

This year's theme is "Libraries Rock" and be an online summer reading program.    You will be reading lots of books, attending fun activities and playing fun games all to earn points towards badges!  Earn badges by participating in reading and activities.  Points will earn you tickets which will be entered into a drawing for great prizes.  The more points you earn, the more tickets you receive, the more chances you have to win!  Stay tuned for more details as summer reading draws closer.  Click here to visit the summer reading website for more details and to register online starting June 1st.

You may also visit the library for a brochure or call for more information, (928) 532-4070.

 How does it work?

• Starting on June 1st you can register online and at the library to start earning your points.
• As you earn points, you will receive prize tickets.
• Books, graphic novels, reading to dog, being read to, and listening to audiobooks all count!
• When you complete the program, you will receive a prize!
• Everyone who completes the program will be entered into a drawing for the Grand Prize.  There is one grand prize for each age group!
• There will be multiple other prizes available.  You can choose which prize you want to put your tickets in!

*Carrie and Melissa with The City of Show Low share information about upcoming summer events through Show LowParks & Rec.

Summer Play Days starts June 4th -July 26th, 8am-12pm, boys and grils ages 5-11 yrs. Most will be at the Show Low City Campus Teen Center, one at Fool Hollow Lake, and one at Show Low City Park. There will be a new theme each week. Cost is $10/day, $35/week, $115/4 weeks, $200 for entire length of the program. You can register at the Show Low City Hall.

https://www.facebook.com/CoSLParksandRec/

https://www.showlowaz.gov/157/Parks-Recreation

The 4th of July falls on a Wednesday this year.

The parade will start at 9am. Float registration can be done online, at the City Hall, or the Aquatic Center.$25 per float.

Following the parade will be the Wet Zone at Frontier Park. Bring the kids for water fun!

Freedom Fest will be at the Show Low High School from 3pm-10pm. Live Bands - Food Vendors - Fun Zone - Fireworks

Fireworks start at 9pm. Fun Zone wristband $10/each.

Recored in the Hertiage Room at the Show Low City Hall.

In this episode Birdman chats with Justen Tregaskes, Planning and Zoning Director with The City of Show Low about the Annual Project Clean Sweep and with Rick Austin with Public Works about the Buly Item Pick Up portion.

Project Clean Sweep, the free citywide beautification program, kicks off in mid-May and continues into June. Participation in the program is free to those presenting proof of residency either a City of Show Low utility bill showing current refuse service or a valid driver’s license listing a physical address within the city limits.

Commercial businesses are not eligible to participate in this program. Construction materials and hazardous materials (liquid paints, oils, pesticides, herbicides and household cleaning products) are strictly prohibited.

To accommodate our citizens, Project Clean Sweep is split into different weeks according to the following schedule:

* Monday, May 14–Saturday, May 19, and Monday, May 21–Saturday, May 26, for Green Waste Dumping, which allows you to drop off pine needles, tree limbs, grass clippings and organic materials for free at Dirty Deeds Green Waste, 890 Cinder Pit Road behind Perkins Cinders, from 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. including Saturday. Do not mix in garbage, plastic, rocks, dirt, glass or other trash with the green waste. You may also drop off wood products, including pallets, treated and untreated lumber, and painted and unpainted lumber.

* Monday, June 4 – Friday, June 8 for Bulky Item Pickup, with city employees picking up any large unwanted appliances (empty refrigerators or freezers of all contents before placing at curbside), furniture, tires, etc. Keep trash bagged up. No construction debri. Bundle up branches so they're easy to manage. Items will be picked up in conjunction of your regularly scheduled trash collection day.

* Monday, June 4 – Saturday, June 9 for Free Dumping at Lone Pine Transfer Station (on SR77). The transfer station will be open from 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. (closed for lunch 12-1230pm), including Saturday, but will not accept hazardous materials including pesticides, herbicides, oils, liquid paints, and household cleaning products; automobile batteries; and tires with or without rims. 

Recorded at the Show Low Police Department.

In this episode Birdman chats with Chief of Police, Joe Shelley and Catrina Jenkins with the Navajo County Sheriff's Office about Emergency Management; Ready, Set, Go. For more information and to sign up for Emergency Alert System, please visit the links below.

http://311info.net/

https://ein.az.gov/ready-set-go

http://www.navajocountyaz.gov/Departments/Emergency-Management-and-Preparedness/Ready-Navajo-County-Notification-System/Ready-Navajo-County-Registration

Carrie with The City of Show Low shares information about the 6th Annual BBQ Throw Down that will be May 5th, 2018. 

For more information visit http://www.showlowaz.gov/812/6th-Annual-Show-Low-BBQ-Throwdown or call Carrie, 928.532.4141.

Recorded in the Heritage Room at Show Low City Hall.

In this episode Birdman chats with Melissa and Carrie about upcoming kids events.

*Kid's Night Out at the City Campus Teen Center on Friday, March 9th, 6pm-9pm. Waffles & Toppings for dinner and the movie will be Horton Hears a Who. $10. per child, ages 5-11.

*Kid's Night Out at the City Campus Teen Center on Friday, March 23rd, 6pm-9pm. Spaghetti & Meatballs for dinner and the movie for   this night will be A Bug's Life. 

*Just Kids Stuff Sale at the City Campus Carpet Gym. Children ages 6-16 can rent a 10x10 booth with a table and two chairs for $10 and bring in their toys to sell on Saturday, March 10th, 9am-12pm. Kids 12 and under must have an adult at the table. Admission is free! Space limited to 20 SELLERS. Register by March 7th.

*Spring Play Days (over the week of Spring Break) March 12-15, Monday through Thursday, 8am-12pm, ages 5-11 at the Show Low City Campus Teen Center. $35/week or $10/day.

To register for all listed activities please visit the Show Low City Hall, the Aquatic Center, or register online www.activityreg.com

*Hare Raising Candy Scramble, Saturday, March 24th at the Show Low City Park. It's FREE ages 0-10. Photo Booth with Easter Bunny from 9:30am to 10:00am, Candy Scramble at 10am. There will be a FREE raffle drawing for kids, registration at 9:30am. Bunny Dash 2k for ages 0-10. Check in at 8:30am, run at 9am. $5 per participant, each participant will receive an extra raffle ticket and a medal or gift bag at the end of the race.

For more information call (928)532-4140

Recorded in the Heritage Room at Show Low City Hall.

In this episode Birdman chats Jay Brimhall and Steve North.

*Christmas Tree Recycling - The city has partnered with Novo Power in Snowflake to recycle live, real Christmas trees by turning them into power. Starts the day after Christmas, Tuesday, December 26th and will go through Sunday, January 7th.

• Please make sure the trees are bare.
• There will be a designated location to bring the trees to with orange construction fencing. Location is between the Navajo County Health Services building on 9th Place and Frontier Fields. 

*Annual Deuce of Clubs Drop - New Year's Eve! Come out to the Festival Marketplace, where the new statues are, Sunday, December 31st at 11:00 pm. There will be fire pits, photo booths, a food vendor, hot cocoa, the New Year Countdown and Deuce of Clubs Drop followed by fireworks!

Recorded in the Heritage Room at Show Low City Hall.

In this episode Birdman chats with Lisa, Kari, and Steve with the City of Show about December upcoming events.

*Show Low Shines Christmas Parade - "The Colors of Christmas" will be this Saturday, December 2nd @ 6pm. It will start at Central go to White Mountain Rd along the Deuce of Clubs. Dress warm!

Directly after the parade will be the Annual Tee Lighting Ceremony between the library and city hall, on 9th St.

*Show Low Main Street's Santa & the Shoppes on Gingerbread Lane on Friday, December 8th and Saturday, December 9th inside the Show Low City Campus Gym at 620 E. McNeil in Show Low. 

Hours for the Shoppes are noon to 6 p.m. on Friday and 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. on Saturday. We will have over 50 local artists, craftspeople and small businesses selling lots of unique holiday gifts. Santa will be on hand both days for photos with the kids. Don't miss out! For more information, go to www.showlowmainstreet.org.

* “PAY” LIBRARY FINES WITH DONATED NON-PERISHABLE FOOD
Program runs throughout December at Show Low Public Library

SHOW LOW, Ariz. (November 29, 2017) – If you have overdue fines at Show Low Public Library, “pay” for them by donating non-perishable food items throughout December in the Food for Fines program. Show Low Public Library, at 181 N. 9th Street, will forgive $1 in overdue fines for every item donated. The non-perishable items cannot be expired or opened; in addition, canned goods must be at least 12 ounces in size and free of dents. All collected goods will be subsequently donated to a local food bank. Food for Fines applies only to Show Low Public Library’s overdue fines and does not apply at any other library or to any other type of fine. For more information, visit the library, call (928) 532-4070 or go to www.showlowaz.gov/library.

*HOLIDAY FUN AT FLASHLIGHT CANDY CANE HUNT ON DEC. 13
Open to boys and girls, 12 years and younger

SHOW LOW, Ariz. (November 28, 2017) – Boys and girls, ages 12 and under, can search in the dark for hundreds of hidden candy canes at the Flashlight Candy Cane Hunt on Wednesday, Dec. 13, at Show Low City Park, 751 S. Clark Road. Dress warm and bring a flashlight or you will miss specially hidden prize-winning candy canes and maybe even a surprise visit from Santa himself! Tickets are $5 each, limited to the first 75 sold, and must be purchased in advance at Show Low City Hall, 180 N. 9th Street, or the Family Aquatic Center at 1100 W. Deuce of Clubs. Present your ticket at 5:30 p.m. for admission at the Old Pavilion in City Park (the pavilion nearest the Aquatic Center), with the hunt beginning promptly at 6:00. Call (928) 532-4140 for additional information.

*2nd Annual Polar Express Night at the Show Low Library, Thursday, December 21st. There will be 3 different sessions: 6:15pm, 6:45pm, and 7:15pm.

* TEENS, HELP STOP THE ZOMBIE INFECTION
AT SHOW LOW LIBRARY!
Humans will be armed with Nerf guns to defend against this outbreak

SHOW LOW, Ariz. (November 30, 2017) – Teens, ages 13 to 17 years, can join the battle to stop a Zombie infection at Show Low Public Library, 181 N. 9th Street, on Thursday, Dec. 28, from 6:15 to 8 p.m. The humans will be armed with Nerf guns to chase the Zombies and defend the library from this outbreak! The question is, Who will survive? Come test your skills and see for yourself. Zombie-friendly refreshments will be served.

*Deuce of Clubs Ball Drop - New Year's Eve! Come out to the Festival Marketplace at 11pm. There will be fire pits, photobooths, the New Year Countdown and Deuce of Clubs Drop followed by fireworks!

Recorded in the Heritage Room at Show Low City Hall.

In this episode Birdman chats with Daryl Seymore, Show Low City Mayor, Steve Williams Board Supervisor for Navajo County, on the Community Fast Committee, and the Show Low LDS Stake President about the Community Fast and chats with Steve North with Show Low Main Street about upcoming events.

*Community Fast (5th year) - week of November 12-18. Community members take any day of that week and fast 1-2 meals that day and take the money they would spend on those meals and donate that to a common fund. 100% of the proceeds stay here on the mountain to help local families over the holidays. On Sunday, November 19th @ 6 pm, a Community Fast Celebration will be held at the Show Low High School Auditorium.

Donations can be dropped off at these following locations: The Show Low City Hall, National Bank of Arizona, Chase, Washington Federal, or Arizona Federal Credit Union. 

*Show Low Main Street's Santa & the Shoppes on Gingerbread Lane on Friday, November 10th and Saturday, November 11th inside the Show Low City Campus Gym at 620 E. McNeil in Show Low. 

Hours for the Shoppes are noon to 6 p.m. on Friday and 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. on Saturday. We will have over 50 local artists, craftspeople and small businesses selling lots of unique holiday gifts. Santa will be on hand both days for photos with the kids. Don't miss out! For more information, go to www.showlowmainstreet.org.

*Shop Small Poker Run- Saturday, November 25th, all day event.

For more information you can visit www.showlowmainstreet.org or go into Perfect Paws located 881 E Cooley St.

*Annual Christmas Light Parade - Saturday, December 2nd @ 6:00pm, following will be the Tree Lighting @ 7pm.

*Deuce of Clubs Ball Drop - New Year's Eve!

Recorded in the Heritage Room at Show Low City Hall.

In this episode Birdman chats with Steve North with the City of Show Low about the Show Low Main Street 8th Annual Spooktacular Festival, sponsored by Cedar Ridge Real Estate this year and the Northern Arizona Council of Governments Fall Tourism Forum.

**The 8th Annual Show Low Main Spooktacular Festival will be Saturday, October 28th from 12pm to 8pm.

For more information visit: https://www.facebook.com/events/115981782425542

***NACOG Fall Tourism Forum will be October 11 – 13, 2017 in
Pinetop-Lakeside, Arizona.

To register visit: www.nacog.org/menus/2017-tourism-forum.html

Recorded at the new Public Safety Building in Show Low, in partnership with the Navajo County Sheriff's Department and the Show Low Police Department.

In this episode Birdman chats with Officer Ellsworth and Officer Eberline, the Resource Officers at the Show Low Highschool and Jr. High about public safety issues based around "back to school".

Video @ https://youtu.be/tnVrOacJnQo

Topics of discussion are traffic, school zones, children on bicycles, student cell phones and class, cyber bullying, school lockdowns and more. 

Please remember, these two officers are here as a "resource" (help) to the students, parents, and teachers. If anyone knows about something going on, please report it to the school or to the SLPD who will relay the message to one of the Resource Officers. 

Let's keep our kids SAFE!

In this episode birdman chats with Carrie Peppard, Special Events Coordinator, City of Show Low, Shawn Roby, Show Low Police Department, Jay Brimhall from the City of Show Low and Kirk Webb, Community Risk Manager about all the fun to be had on July 4th!

Full Video @ https://youtu.be/LHoDmqJfeAY

JOIN US FOR SHOW LOW’S 4TH OF JULY PARADE, WET ZONE AND FREEDOMFEST
Annual signature events are patriotic salutes to our nation!

SHOW LOW, Ariz. (June 15, 2017) – Celebrate our nation’s birthday on Tuesday, July 4, through the City of Show Low’s family-friendly signature events — the annual parade in the morning, a wet zone to follow and FreedomFest in the afternoon.

Find your spot for the annual parade, which begins at 9 a.m. along the Deuce of Clubs, traveling eastbound from Owens and turning south on White Mountain Road to Hall Street. This year’s parade theme is “Made in America,” with representatives from local public safety agencies leading the parade as grand marshals. A treat this year is a grand display of family floats in homage to Show Low’s founding families.

​Applications for interested parade entrants are still available and must be submitted by Monday, June 26. The final deadline for applications is 3 p.m. June 29, but will be subject to a $25 late fee.

Expect road closures and detours during the parade. The Deuce of Clubs (US 60) will be closed between Whipple Road and S. White Mountain Road (SR 260) from 8:45 until approximately 11:30 a.m., with eastbound and westbound detours established. The eastbound detour begins at the Deuce of Clubs and Whipple Road intersection, with the Deuce of Clubs closing to traffic at this location. Traffic will be routed to Whipple Road to Central Avenue and south on Woolford Road to S. White Mountain Road, where the White Mountain Entertainment Show Low 5 movie theaters are located. Westbound traffic on the Deuce of Clubs will be routed south on S. White Mountain Road to Woolford Road are nd return to the Deuce of Clubs via Whipple.
​Following the end of the parade, the city will provide a “wet zone” at no charge until 1:30 p.m. at Frontier Fields, 600 N. 9th Place. All ages who want to frolic among the sprinklers, cool off with a good soak from Timber Mesa Fire and Medical District’s fire truck or enjoy exciting water activities are invited to come and have fun.

​At 3 p.m., head over to the Show Low football stadium complex, 500 W. Old Linden Road, for the popular FreedomFest festivities — with free admission — planned to last well into the evening. Relish tasty fare, including wood-fired pizza, Indian tacos, funnel cakes, kettle corn, Mexican food, pretzels, cotton candy, shaved ice, hand-crafted soda and other delectable treats. The Made in America Fun Zone will be in full swing from 3 to 8:30 p.m., featuring a double-lane mega slide, rock wall, wrecking ball, adrenaline rush obstacle course, rock and roll joust, bounce houses and much more. Unlimited ride wristbands are only $10 each.

Live concerts begin at 3 p.m. with Strange Brew (classic rock), Arizona Blacktop at 4:15 (a mix of vintage honky-tonk, modern classic rock, country and pop), Plum Krazy at 5:30 (classic rock, blues, alternative, country twang), culminating with headliner, Drew Cooper & The Cavalry, performing at 7:30 p.m. and again after the spectacular fireworks display, which begins at 9 p.m. (weather permitting). In addition, parade winners will be announced at 6:45 and, beginning at 7, the Show Low High School Choir will perform “God Bless America” and the “Star-Spangled Banner” along with a flag-raising ceremony.

All events are sponsored by the Show Low Parks and Recreation Department. For more event details or information, call (928) 532-4141. 

In this episode Jay Brimhall from the City of Show Low and Carrie Peppard, Special Events Coordinator share some great events that are coming up!

Listen in and get the details on some really fun events that you won't want to miss!

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June 24th - We are excited to welcome Billy Dean to Show Low for a one-night acoustic show at the Show Low USD Auditorium!  Doors open at 7:00, show begins at 7:30 - $15 General Admission!

Come out and enjoy Billy's music for one night only!  You can buy tickets at Show Low City Hall, the Show Low Aquatic Center or online at:

https://www.activityreg.com/ClientPage_t1.wcs?clientid=SHOWLOW&siteid=1

Profits go towards improvements to the Show Low USD Auditorium!  Please direct questions to Jay at 928-532-4014

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Movies in the Park - FREE

June 9th - 8:00 pm to 10:00 pm - Disney's Moana will be shown at Frontier Park, 660 N. 9th Place, Show Low, AZ 85901

June 23rd - 8:00 pm to 10:00 pm - “Rogue One” is the prequel to the original “Star Wars” will be shown at Frontier Park, 660 N. 9th Place, Show Low, AZ 85901

For questions please call (928) 532-4140

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June 24th the Arizona Game and Fish Department along with the City of Show Low will team up with Hatch Toyota for the 8th annual fishing derby at Fool Hollow Lake in Show Low. Fishing will be from 7 a.m. to 11 a.m. with registration starting at 6 a.m. Participants can also pre-register at Hatch Toyota in Show Low from June 10 from to June 23 during business hours.

Arizona Game and Fish will have a limited number of fishing poles, tackle, and bait available to borrow during the event. No fishing license is required during event hours when registered for the derby.

Johnny Johnson will again be the official weigh master of the event. Prizes will be given to kids up to 16 years old catching the largest fish for their age group. Pre-registered youth will receive additional raffle tickets for the grand prize drawing.

Call Hatch Toyota at 928-537-5755 or Arizona Game and Fish Department’s Pinetop Regional Office at 928-532-3680 for more information.

In this episode Sgt. Shawn Roby talks about traffic safety, Carrie Peppard, Parks & Recreation and Jay Brimhall share some great events that are coming up!

Listen in and get the details on some really fun events that you won't want to miss!

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Hoe Down - Throw Down - Chow Down at the Show Low Public Library Fundraiser.  All proceeds will benefit the Show Low Public Library!

Friday, April 21st - 6:30 pm - 8:30 pm - $25 per couple or $15 per single

**Reservations required and must be made by Friday, April 14th.  Please call the library at (928) 532-4070 to reserve your seat - Adults only!  

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City of Show Low Community Old Stuff Sale - 2 Dates - Mark you calendars!
Saturday, April 29th - 8 am to 12 pm and Saturday, September 9th - 8 am to 12 pm

If you'd like to participate to sell items, 10 x 10'  booth space is available for $10

Registration is required and space is limited!  Registration is available at City Hall or by calling (928) 532-4140

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CELEBRATE SHOW LOW’S 64th ANNIVERSARY WITH 5th ANNUAL BBQ THROWDOWN!

Enjoy a day of family fun with activities, entertainment and barbecue! Come celebrate Show Low’s 63rd anniversary on Saturday, May 6, from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. at the Senior Field at City Park, 751 S. Clark Rd.

The day-long anniversary party will feature the 5th annual BBQ Throwdown in addition to bounce houses, rides, food vendors, and live music. The BBQ Throwdown is a barbecue contest among master BBQ competitors with cash prizes.

People's Choice tickets will be sold from 1:30 p.m. until sold out.  Enjoy some old-fashioned fun. For additional information, call (928) 532-4140

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Come join the City of Show Low at the Old Pavilion in Show Low City Park on May 13, 2017 at 9AM!

This year, our main project will be to enhance the features of our dog park! We will do several projects inside the dog park to include tree trimming, general debris removal, and the construction of a trail inside the dog park!

Depending on turnout, there will be other projects in the park for volunteers! Volunteers will be provided lunch! We ask that you bring rakes, shovels, wheel barrows, gloves, and hats!

If you have questions, please call Jay Brimhall at 928-532-4014

No preregistration necessary to participate, however registration helps us plan! The link to the right will take you to the www.justserve.org website where you can register!

In this episode Melissa King from the City of Show Low and Lisa from the Show Low Public Library and Justen Tregaskes, Planning and Zoning Director share some great events that are coming up!

Listen in and get the details on some really fun events that you won't want to miss!

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Hare Raising Candy Scramble - Saturday, April 8th - FUN filled FREE event fro ages 0-10

FREE raffle registration 9:30 to 10:00 am, make sure to bring a basket or sack to collect candy!

Bunny Dash 2K check in begins at 8 am and run starts at 8:30 am.  The Bunny Dash is $5 per participant.  Register early to reserve your spot!  

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Show Low Night at Chase Field - Saturday, April 22nd between the Arizona Diamondbacks vs the Los Angeles Dodgers!

LAST CHANCE TO BUY TICKETS is Wednesday, April 12th!!  Buy your tickets today for sections 221, 222 and 223 - Diamond Level, are available for $46 each which entitles you to all the hot dogs, popcorn, peanuts, chips, soda, and water you can enjoy!

Purchase tickets in person at Show Low City Hall! Everyone who who purchases a ticket will be entered into a drawing for a great prize courtesy of the City of Show Low.

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City of Show Low Community Old Stuff Sale - 2 Dates - Mark you calendars!
Saturday, April 29th - 8 am to 12 pm and Saturday, September 9th - 8 am to 12 pm

If you'd like to participate to sell items, 10 x 10'  booth space is available for $10

Registration is required and space is limited!  Registration is available at City Hall or by calling (928) 532-4140

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Hoe Down - Throw Down - Chow Down at the Show Low Public Library Fundraiser.  All proceeds will benefit the Show Low Public Library!

Friday, April 21st - 6:30 pm - 8:30 pm - $25 per couple or $15 per single

**Reservations required and must be made by Friday, April 14th.  Please call the library at (928) 532-4070 to reserve your seat - Adults only!  

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In this episode Melissa King from the City of Show Low and Lisa from the Show Low Public Library share some great events that are coming up!

Listen in and get the details on some really fun events that you won't want to miss!

How Down - Throw Down - Chow Down at the Show Low Public Library Fundraiser.  All proceeds will benefit the Show Low Public Library!

Thursday, April 20th - 6:30 pm - 8:30 pm - $25 per couple or $15 per single

**Reservations required and must be made by Friday, April 14th.  Please call the library at (928) 532-4070 to reserve your seat - Adults only!  

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City of Show Low Spring Play Days - March 13 - 16, 8 am to 12 pm - $35 per child
Pre-registration is required!  

Kid's Night Out - Friday, March 24th, 6-9 pm - $10 per child

For registration information on all events please visit www.activityreg.com or you may go to the Show Low Parks & Recreation ~ City Hall or Aquatic Center

City of Show Low Community Old Stuff Sale - 2 Dates - Mark you calendars!
Saturday, April 29th - 8 am to 12 pm and Saturday, September 9th - 8 am to 12 pm

If you'd like to participate to sell items, 10 x 10'  booth space is available for $10

Registration is required and space is limited!  Registration is available at City Hall or by calling (928) 532-4140

This Episode the City of Show Low has a lot to talk about including the ever popular Daddy / Daughter Dance, a Billy Dean Concert and another Coffee with a Cop.

Listen and get all the details of the events the City has planned.

For Billy Dean Tickets and details visit - http://www.showlowaz.gov/Calendar.aspx?EID=1318&day=10&month=2&year=2017&calType=0

This Episode of the Show Low City Hall report Carrie from the Parks and Rec Department tells Birdman all the details of this year's Drop of the Deuce of Clubs for the New Year's Eve Celebration.

This Episode Birdman chats with Steve North and Carrie Peppard about the upcoming Christmas Season and the advance notice on the New Year's Eve event.

This Episode Birdman chats with the Mayor about the Upcoming Community FAST and then the Public Works guys about all the stuff you need to know about snow removal.

This Episode Birdman chat with Lisa Horne about Route 66 White Mountain Geo Tour Grande Final Event.

Route 66 White Mountain GeoTour Presents

Free Grand Finale Event to the Public

SHOW LOW, ARIZONA— The Route 66 White Mountain GeoTour is hosting a free event to the public on Saturday, Oct. 8, from 11 a.m. until 8 p.m., at the Round Valley Dome in Eagar. Enjoy live music from Strange Brew, Planting Seedz, Fools Hollow Band and a live remote broadcast from Power 95.7. There will be a Kids’ Zone with a bounce house, rock wall and more! Plus, visit local booths from arts, crafts, food and market vendors. 

This free event is a culminating celebration of the Route 66 White Mountain GeoTour, a geocaching initiative to introduce desert dwellers, geocachers and tourists to OUR Arizona. But you need not be an out-of-towner to participate. Bring your passport with geocaches you have found from our GeoTour, and get an extra 20 points just for attending the Grand Finale Event! Each completed passport with at least 40 points will earn an official Route 66 White Mountain GeoTour trackable GeoCoin. Your completed passport will also be entered into a raffle drawing for an array of great prizes such as GPS devices, gift certificates and more!

Northeastern Arizona is a recreational gold mine. OUR Arizona is where outdoor enthusiasts experience the best of fishing, hunting, off-roading, skiing, tubing, sledding, camping and geocaching. OUR Arizona is a higher-elevation treasure trove full of history and Old West lore, encompassing the communities of Eagar, Navajo County, Pinetop-Lakeside, Show Low, Snowflake, Springerville, St. Johns, Taylor and Winslow. Arizona is known for its desert climate, cactus, hot summers and mild winters, but OUR Arizona is a unique contradiction.

What is Geocaching:

Geocaching is a free real-world outdoor treasure hunt. Players locate hidden containers, called geocaches, using a smartphone or GPS and can then share their experiences online.

What is a GeoTour:

GeoTours are a series of geocaches tied together by a common theme, such as the history, recreation or points of interest of a given area or region. There is no fixed itinerary, like on a traditional trail, but rather a series of points of interest in a self-guided, goal-oriented plan.

What is the Route 66 GeoTour Passport:

The Official Route 66 White Mountain GeoTour Passport functions as a logbook for you to track your progress as you hunt specially placed geocaches along the tour. This passport lets you record “special codes” from the geocaches you find in order to qualify for the Route 66 White Mountain GeoTour Special Edition GeoCoin. Earn extra cache dash points if you stay or eat at our participating sponsor lodgers and restaurants. Earn 20 points on your passport just for attending the GeoTour Grand Finale event!

What is a GeoCoin:

The Route 66 White Mountain GeoTour GeoCoin is a uniquely designed coin created to reward geocachers who complete our GeoTour Passport by collecting points for finding specific geocaches, as well as dining and lodging with our sponsors. Each GeoCoin is trackable on www.geocaching.com. 

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Northeastern Arizona is a recreational gold mine. Fishing, hunting, off-roading, skiing, tubing, sledding, camping, and geocaching are plentiful throughout OUR Arizona! The Route 66 White Mountain GeoTour brings our communities together to showcase all of this and more so that you can explore northeastern Arizona's small-town charm combined with great geocaching. Join us for an excellent sampling of the sights, sounds and experiences that make this expansive region special, and for the unique opportunity of a one-of-a-kind road trip and adventure that will be sure to have you coming back again and again! Welcome to OUR Arizona!

www.route66whitemountaingeotour.com

This Episode Steve North chats with Birdman about the Events that the City has planned for the end of September and the entire month of October.

Listen to hear what Spooky Things the City has planned.

For more details call - 928-532-4140

Or check out - http://www.showlowaz.gov/157/Parks-Recreation

The Show Low School District Resource Officer and Superintendent stop by to talk about school being in session and to bring awareness to the kids on the street.

The Show Low Parks and Recreation Department talks about the races that kick off this weekend at the race track.

https://www.usabmx.com/site/bmx_tracks/526

Jay Brimhall talks about this Saturday's Mark Wills Concert

Come and join us at Show Low USD Auditorium for an intimate acoustic show with Nashville Country star Mark Wills! The show will take place on Saturday, July 30, 2016. Tickets are $15 General Admission! Doors to the venue open at 7:00 PM and the show begins at 7:30 PM. Tickets can be purchased on-line at the link to the right, in person at Show Low City Hall, Show Low Public Library, The Show Low Aquatic Center, Show Low Chamber of Commerce, and at the door the night of the concert! See you there!!! The Reader's Digest version of Mark Wills' story makes it clear he's an award-winning singer's singer. His matchless phrasing, passionate and meaningful delivery and right-on-the money vocals make each and every song he performs come alive. Like a picture perfect painting, Wills' music is a vocal work of art that walks right off the canvas and into the hearts of country music lovers alike.

http://www.showlowaz.gov/Calendar.aspx?EID=1114&month=7&year=2016&day=30&calType=0

Sgt. Roby Talks about National Night Out

National Night Out is an annual community-building campaign that promotes police-community
partnerships and neighborhood camaraderie to make our neighborhoods safer, better places to live.

https://natw.org

Recorded at Show Low City Hall, here you can find out what the City has planned for the 4th of July Parade, Wet Play Zone and the Freedomfest.

Plus hear all about how traffic will be detoured during the Parade.

Recorded at Show Low City Hall, here you can find out what the City has planned for the next couple months.

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Jacob from Planning and Zoning talks about Project Clean Sweep and then zoning issues related to Sheds

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Jay talks about an upcoming concert series

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Carrie from Parks and Rec talks about 3 cool events in June and the 4th of July

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Gabrielle fro Show Low Library chats about Summer Activities.

Jay Brimhall and Carrie Peppard talk about the Community Service Day and The Show Low BBQ Throwdown and associated events.

The BBQ Throwdown includes a 5K Run, and a $ on $ Volleyball Contest this year as well.

Jay Brimhall chats about the ND Concert and the City involvement in State Highways. (Hint, it is NONE)

 To follow ADOT on Twitter use https://twitter.com/ArizonaDOT

HARE RAISING FUN EASTER SCRAMBLE AT SHOW LOW CITY PARK

Bring the entire family and watch the fun!

SHOW LOW, Ariz. (February 25, 2016) – The entire family can enjoy a morning of fun at the free Hare Raising Fun Easter Candy Scramble on Saturday, March 19, at Show Low City Park, Senior Field, 1100 W. Deuce of Clubs. Registration begins at 9:30 a.m. and the scrambles for ages 0 to 10 years start promptly at 10:00. The candy scrambles are segregated by ages so every toddler and child will have a chance to find some treats. Remember to bring a basket or sack to fill. Participate in the free raffle for some great prizes. Come meet the Easter Bunny and check out Timber Mesa Fire and Medical District’s smoke prevention trailer. The event is sponsored by the Show Low Parks and Recreation Department. For event details or more information, call (928) 532-4140.

The Ultimate Tribute Show to Neil Diamond and His Music!!

Greg Ansel brings the look and sound of Neil Diamond to recreate the singer/songwriter's greatest hits including "Sweet Caroline", Cracklin' Rosie" and "Cherry, Cherry". Bring your clapping hands and your singing voices...cause you're gonna need em!!

Check out the official website: www.ndtribute.com

April 8th at Show Low HS Auditorium