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The Pinal County Sheriff’s Report is taken from the daily logs, based on the information provided by deputies. All persons arrested are presumed innocent until proven guilty in a court of law.Aug. 5 Theft of a hammer collection was reported in the 300 block of N. John Adams St., Oracle.Aug. 7 An unattended death was reported in the 100 block of E. Maplewood St., Oracle.Aug. 8 Dacquari Marie Clark, 32, Claypool, was arrested in the area of Highway 77 and E. American Ave., Oracle, on a warrant for interfering with judicial proceedings. She was transported and booked into the Pinal County Jail in Florence.

Burglary was reported in the 1200 block of W. Neal St., Oracle. A window was broken and medication was taken.Aug. 10 James Lonnie Lassiter, 63, Oracle, was arrested in the 1000 block of Justice Dr., Oracle, and was charged with theft. He was transported and booked into the Pinal County Jail. Russell Allen Bemis, 32, San Manuel, was arrested in the 1000 block of Justice Dr., Oracle, and was charged with theft and trafficking in stolen property. He was transported and booked into the Pinal County Jail. An accident without injuries was reported in the 32000 block of S. Biosphere Rd., Oracle. A vehicle struck and killed a deer. The vehicle sustained damage. A brush fire was reported

in the 1700 block of E. Timberline Way, Oracle. Two juveniles were reported as runaways in the 36000 block of S. Mt. Lemmon Rd., Oracle.Aug. 11 An accident with injuries was reported in the area of S. Mt. Lemmon Rd. and E. Campo Bonito Rd., Oracle. One person sustained a broken arm with bleeding and was taken by Lifenet helicopter to a Tucson hospital.Aug. 12 Theft of a bicycle was reported in the 700 block of N. Cody Loop Rd., Oracle. Assault was reported in the 2300 block of W. Calle Encanto, Oracle.Aug. 15 A person was cited and released for disorderly conduct in the 1800 block of W. American Ave., Oracle.Aug. 16

Larry Eugene Huffman, 70, Oracle, was arrested in the 1000 block of White Oak Place, Oracle, and was charged with assault-domestic violence (DV) and disorderly conduct-DV. He was transported and booked into the Pinal County Jail. Theft was reported in the 2100 block of W. American Ave., Oracle.Aug 19 Theft of a vehicle and other property was reported in the 33000 block of S. Happy Thots, Oracle.Aug. 21 Michael Steven Dykes, 29, Oracle, was arrested in the 600 block of W. Linda Vista Rd., Oracle, and was charged with possession of drug paraphernalia. He was transported and booked into the Pinal County Jail. Criminal damage was

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Wyatt Douglas Althoff, 26, passed away on August 17, 2013, in a boating accident on Roosevelt Lake. He was born on October 6, 1986, in Tucson, AZ. Wyatt is survived by his mother, Linda (Casey) Smith of Gilbert, AZ; his father, Brent (Marianne) Althoff of Payson, AZ; his loving girlfriend, Kelsey Early, daughter of Scott and Jerri Early, of Maricopa, AZ; and his Grandparents, Bob and Jessie Miller, Oracle, AZ; Ken and Nancy Althoff, Payson, AZ, and Zelma Ann (David) Homan, Gatesville, TX. Wyatt is also survived by many aunts and uncles; Alan (Stella) Miller, Oracle, AZ; Greg (Susan) Althoff , Robyn Althoff, and Bo (Heather) Althoff, all of Payson, AZ; Mary (Bill) Sturgeon, Taylor, AZ; Kevin (Susan) Althoff, Crawford, TX; Jacqueline (John) Smith, Apache Junction, AZ; Judy (Jeff) Tujetsch, Aliquippa, PA, as well as 17 first cousins. There was a very special place in Wyatt’s heart for Joe and Shelly Brown, Tonto Basin, AZ, and their children, Trevor “TJ” and Chancy, whom Wyatt considered his second family. Wyatt was born into rodeo and he was a natural, winning countless rodeos and championships. After graduating from Canyon del Oro High School in Oro Valley, AZ, he went on to earn his Bachelor of Science Degree in Agricultural Economics and Business from New Mexico State University in 2010. During his time at NMSU he won the title of 2008 National Intercollegiate Rodeo Association All-

Wyatt Douglas AlthoffOctober 6, 1986 - August 17, 2013

Wyatt Althoff is intense as he prepares to wrestle this steer to the ground. (File photo)

Around World Champion, a highlight of his rodeo career. The other highlight of his time at NMSU was meeting Kelsey Early, the love of his life. Wyatt and Kelsey made their home in San Tan Valley, AZ, and were preparing for their future together. At the time of his death, Wyatt was still pursuing his rodeo dreams and was also employed as a field service engineer at Tokyo Electron in Phoenix.

A celebration of Wyatt’s life was held on Saturday, Aug. 24, at 11:30 a.m. at Burrell’s Arena, 14155 N. Luckett Rd, Marana, AZ 85653. The family asked that attendees not wear black, as it was a celebration of Wyatt’s amazing life. Cowboy Up and Ride. An account has been set up in memory of Wyatt Althoff and donations can be made at any Chase Bank, account #256636528.

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By Sigrid SettleSpecial to the Crier I’ve been off the grid for a while but it’s not because of an animal emergency here at the Ranch or any physical damage to my structures. I must admit I’ve become an addict. I’ve been watching episode after episode of the television series entitled “The Big Bang Theory”. I’d caught glimpses of it from time to time on television, but I finally purchased all but one of the season’s series and have been watching them ever since they arrived in the mail from Amazon. Sheldon, Penny, Leonard, Raj and Howard have become daily companions of sorts as I watched their antics day after day, scientific geeks who brought so many laughs to my daily routine. I started wondering why this series

And so it goes at the ranch …had caught me up in such a rapture of unequivocal attention until the other day

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Students of the Month for August at Oracle’s Mountain Vista School and Oracle Ridge School have been named. Pictured from left are: (back) Angel Jennings (Grade 8), BaiLee Hill (6), Trevor Lata (8), Maria Echeverria (6); (middle) Allison Soulé (6), Isaiah Gamez (3), Angel Barriga (7), Tabitha Kellam (5) Keira Boulware (2); (front) Jesus Burruel (5), Annalupe Rodriguez (6), Isabella Robinson, Elena

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By John HernandezOracle Towne Crier Troy Letwak, owner of Car Quest in Oracle, traveled to Sturgis, South Dakota to attend one of the largest bike rallies in the world. Sturgis has a population of 6,500 but in August it attracts hundreds of thousands of motorcycle enthusiasts from the United States and around the world. Troy traveled over 900 miles to attend the event filled rally and also to show the custom motorcycle that he built. Troy spent seven months working full time to build his custom bike. He did all the work on it except for the painting. He also pumped a whole lot of money into the project. It was the first custom motorcycle he has built but chances are it won’t be the last. Troy entered his bike for the

first time in two custom motorcycle shows. On Aug. 6 he competed in the Easyriders bike show at the Easyriders Saloon. He entered the bike in the Radical Class competition. On Aug. 8 his bike was entered in the Extreme Class at the Rat’s Hole Custom Bike Show at Buffalo Chip campground. There were around 40 entries in the Radical Class. The judges for the competition were the editors of Easyriders, Wrench, Road Iron, In the Wind and V Twin motorcycle magazines. Troy’s motorcycle took First Place. He won a trophy, a $200 gift certificate from the Dennis Kirk Motorcycle Shop and his custom bike will appear in a future issue of Easyriders magazine. The Rat’s Hole Custom Bike Show attracts some of the world’s

best builders. The event features a group of international judges that select the winning bikes in over 15 categories. It is one of the largest bike shows in the world. Motorcycle fans have compared this show to the Grammy’s saying it is “the best of the best” in custom built motorcycles. There were over 100 bikes entered in the Extreme Class competition. This year’s event was held at the new Crossroads bar at Buffalo Chip. After the judges tallied their scores, Troy’s custom motorcycle had taken Second Place. This was quite an achievement for a first time builder. Troy said he was amazed at some of the “big time” builders who were hauling their motorcycles in big semi-trucks and trailers and had flown into the event. Country Music Television

(CMT) and the History Channel filmed parts of the show including his bike. CMT is currently broadcasting a weeklong show on the Sturgis Motorcycle Rally. Troy was interviewed at the Easyriders bike show by the History Channel, which may show the interview on one of their programs. Troy is going into the custom motorcycle business and has opened Recluse Customs. They will build custom motorcycles and do customizing work. You can contact him at 520-275-8122. Troy will be showing his motorcycle at the Vegas Bike Fest Oct. 3-6 at the Vendor Village at Cashman Center in Las Vegas. Congratulations Troy on a job well done and good luck in Vegas!

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Troy Letwak of Oracle shows off his two plaques won at bike shows in Sturgis, SD. (John Hernandez photos)

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•Premium lot with boulders, 1.04 acres of outstanding views, beautiful sunrises and sunsets. $65,000.•1.04 ac premium lot, custom home area, views, views views! $65,000.•One acre with boulders, trees and views, new access off Linda Vista, boulders, views, trees. $84,000.•4 view lots, nice views, custom home area, boulders and trees, owner may carry. $82,000.•2.5 ac land, borders state land, build your custom home, utilities at street. $140,000•4 beautiful 1 ac home sites, owner may carry, utilities at lot line. $79,000. •Three 3.3 ac. off Linda Vista starting at $129,900.•70 AC, great views, high desert vegetation. $300,000.•Beautiful views from this lot in Oracle, utilities at lot line, Perc test done. $69,995.

•Stunning 360 degree views on one of the nicest 3 - 4 ac lots in Oracle. $149,000.•3.31 ac with unbelievable views, located in homes only $150,000.•(2) 5 ac parcels, mtn views, horse property, $65,000 per 5 ac or $120,000 for the 10 ac owner may carry.•Great lot in center of Oracle. Ready to build on, utilities at lot line. $25,000.•1 ac. in homes only area with fantastic views & natural features. $49,900•Horse Property! Build your home or put a manufactured home on this great 3.34 ac parcel. $105,000.•4 lots, custom home area, submit offers. 2 at $32,000, $45,000 or $75,000.•1.36 ac. custom home lot with view, boulders, oaks and more. $100,000.

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•Great Investment Opportunity! 212 - 228 S. Main St. Mammoth. $180,000.•4 lots with great mountain views, lots range from .34 to .60 ac. Lot 2 is $12,500, other lots are $14,500.•20 ac. of flat usable land on Florence Highway, 2 wells, completely fenced. $189,900.•3bd, 1 3/4 1412 sq. ft., new metal roof, energy efficient windows, garage, front trees, views. $88,000.•3-lots to choose from. Hill top views shared well, horse property, leveled off areas for home sites. Two lots $50,000 each & one lot $70.000.•Secluded area with great views, being sold as is for value of 1.3 acres. $39,000.•3bd, 2ba Oak wood kitchen cabinets, dual pane windows, m etal roof, well insulated, covered porch, private well, barn/storage, 40 plus trees, horse property, 2 ac, fenced. $109,500.•2 large buildings, 6,400 sq. ft., living quarters, office space, bathrooms, enclosed patios. $75,000•Great lot for MH or site built homes, located 10 mi. from Oracle Jct, 3.34 acres, very affordable with electric at lot line. horses allowed. $29,900.•3 bedroom, 2 bath on corner lot, fenced $20,000.•PRICED REDUCED! Hilltop views, open floor plan, custom kitchen cabinets, wood floors, fireplace, bay windows, 5 bedrm, 2ba, fenced yard, 2 car carport, covered porch. $119,900.•3 bdrm home with updated kitchen, laundry room, covered porches, fenced yard, new electric June 2012. $57,000.•2 view lots, city water, sewer, paved roads, make an offer on both lots, and owner will make you a deal. $9,000 each.

•Reduced move-in ready, 3 bd/2ba Seller will pay $2,000 of buyer’s closing costs. $126,000.•2 bd, 1 ba home, with views, fenced backyard and wood kitchen cabinets. $38,000 or owner carry at $45,000.•Start living the dream, turnkey restaurant at a price you can’t beat. Call (520) 400-0242 to see today. $195,000.•2ba, 1 ba home, includes upgraded electrical, gorgeous mountain views, great price with some updating this will make a great starter home or investment property. $29,900.

•Well kept home remodeled kitchen & bathroom, large storage workshop, fenced back yard. $65,000.•Newly remodeled home, new plumbing, painted inside and outside, wood kitchen cabinets, very private backyard. $68,500•Charming home on 40 AC home and well is solar powered, beautiful views, horse property, can be split. $275,000.

560 E. PASEO ENCINO MLS#: 21318536 Unique home on 4 ac with fabulous views from every side. There are windows wrapped around this 1 bedroom, 2 bath home on four acres near Forest Service providing serenity and privacy. $195,000.

1880 S. CODY LOOP MLS#: 21318896 Privacy at a very affordable price!! Well maintained home on 2.5 ac boarding National Forest. Enjoy hiking, horseback riding and the peace and quite that this home in Holy Cross Canyon offers. Own well gives you the option to have your very own garden. Come see this quality slump block home today. $275,000

33451 S. Huggett Tr. MLS#: 21322555 Rare find, 2 bd/2ba, 1,776 sq ft home with 10 ft porches wrapping all four corners, private well, huge 1,500 sq. ft. shop with additional 1,500 sq. ft. covered slab, 10 ac completely fenced. $315,000 685 E. American Ave., Oracle

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Roman Emilio Tony Guisa was born Tuesday, Aug. 20, at 1:49 a.m. The little guy weighed 7 pounds, 1 ounce and measured 19 1/2 inches long. His parents are Tony Guisa and Danielle Montijo of Oracle. Grandparents are Michael and Shelly Barriga of Oracle, and Willie and Mary Montijo of Mammoth. Young Roman has two brothers and two sisters to look up to: Desirae 11, Jon 9, Junior 8, and Marisela 5.

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reported in the area of N. Callas Dr., Oracle. Windows were broken. Theft of medication was reported in the 1100 block of N. Justice Dr., Oracle.Aug. 22 Criminal damage was reported in the 2600 block of W. El Paseo, Oracle. Metal canopies made of sheet metal were “caved” in.Aug. 23 Cesar Omar Guerrero, 36, Oracle, was arrested in the area of the Oracle Market on two warrants for failure to appear. He was transported and booked into the Pinal County Jail. Theft was reported in the 300 block of E. American

Ave., Oracle. An accident without injuries was reported in the area of E. Webb Rd. and S. Mt. Lemmon Rd., Oracle.Aug. 24 Assault was reported in the area of N. Calle Manzanita, Oracle.Aug. 25 Daniel James Caruthers, 25, Tucson, was arrested at milepost 105 on Highway 77, Oracle, on a warrant for violation of promise to appear. He was transported and booked into the Pinal County Jail.Aug. 29 Two dealer license plates were reported missing at Oracle Ford. A juvenile arrest was made in the 600 block of N. Estill Dr., Oracle. The juvenile was yelling and causing a disturbance.

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