About
Payne Moses is a web content editor for KTAR News and Arizona Sports at Bonneville Phoenix. A lifelong Arizonan, Payne briefly left the state to play collegiate golf but returned to pursue his passion for journalism. When he’s not managing digital content, he enjoys exercising, golfing, spending time with his family and dogs, and serving at his local church.
Experience
- Web Content Editor, KTAR/Arizona Sports (June 2024–Present)
Writes and edits 5+ articles per day, curates homepage content, manages app alerts and newsletters, and distributes content across digital platforms. - Assistant Sports Information Director, Arizona Christian University (July 2023–June 2024)
Produced over 300 articles, managed stats and event setup, and created digital graphics and media content across 10 varsity sports. - Staff Writer, The Echo News, Taylor University (Feb 2021–May 2023)
Reported and edited campus news, authored profiles and event previews, and contributed to editorial planning and publishing. - News Reporter, Marion Chronicle-Tribune (Sept 2021–Jan 2022)
Covered high school and college sports, profiled local businesses, and wrote feature previews for community events.
Education
- Arizona State University – M.A. in Sports Journalism (Expected Summer 2025)
- Taylor University – B.A. in Multimedia Journalism, minor in Sport Management (2023, Summa Cum Laude)
Achievements & Awards
- Excellence in Multimedia Journalism Award – Taylor University (2022–23)
- Sports Writer of the Year – Taylor University (2022–23)
- Certificate of Merit in Leadership – Taylor University (2022–23)
Social Media Profiles
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ARIZONA NEWS | Aug 9, 2025Arizona AG issues robocall warning to 37 telecom companies
In a multistate effort, Arizona Attorney General Kris Mayes helped send warning letters to 37 telecom companies which all have failed to combat fraudulent robocalls.
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ARIZONA REAL ESTATE & HOUSING NEWS | Aug 8, 2025Arizona adds $5M to program that helps 1st-time homebuyers
After helping more than 500 Arizonans become first-time homebuyers last year, mortgage assistance program Arizona Is Home will receive additional funding.
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ARIZONA TRAFFIC | Aug 8, 2025Expect intermittent overnight closures on stretch of Mill Avenue in Tempe over next month
Beginning Sunday night, portions of southbound Mill Avenue will be closed over the next month as the Refresh Tempe renovation project continues.
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ARIZONA NEWS | Aug 8, 2025Firefighter hit in head while dousing flames at building in Phoenix
A firefighter sustained a head injury while working on a fire in west Phoenix on Friday afternoon. He went to a nearby hospital in stable condition.
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ARIZONA TRAFFIC | Aug 8, 20253-car collision on State Route 51 near Greenway Road leaves DPS trooper injured
A crash involving three vehicles on State Route 51 near Greenway Road on Friday injured a trooper with the Arizona Department of Public Safety (DPS).
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ARIZONA NEWS | Aug 3, 2025Arizona Attorney General’s Office investigating Thin Blue Line Benefits Association
Thin Blue Line Benefits Association, a Texas-based healthcare provider, is being investigated by the Arizona AG for "unlawfully providing insurance in Arizona."
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ARIZONA NEWS | Aug 3, 2025ASU working with Marines to improve military team training
Arizona State University was one of three institutions selected to help the Marines "develop reliable and objective predictors of team performance."
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ARIZONA NEWS | Aug 3, 2025Greater internet, phone service paved for rural Arizona communities after major settlement
The Arizona Attorney General's Office announced a settlement that will help the Navajo and Apache communities get increased internet and phone service.
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ARIZONA NEWS | Jul 27, 2025Ono Hawaiian BBQ to open 1st Queen Creek location
California and Arizona restaurant chain Ono Hawaiian BBQ is opening its first Queen Creek location on Friday and offering special in-store deals.
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ARIZONA NEWS | Jul 27, 2025Scottsdale’s Canal Convergence art festival to have ‘SHOWTIME’ theme in November
From November 7 to16, Valley residents are invited to Canal Convergence, a free Scottsdale art festival that will sport a new theme this year.
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ARIZONA TRAFFIC | Jul 27, 2025Eastbound I-10 reopens near Picacho Peak following overnight closure for crash
Eastbound I-10 was reopened near Picacho Peak on Sunday morning after it closed for a crash on Saturday night, authorities said.
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ARIZONA NEWS | Jul 27, 2025Bar Brawl returns to north Scottsdale’s Tell Your Friends in August after hiatus
After several years, Bar Brawl will return every Sunday in August as top Valley bartenders vie for a championship belt at north Scottsdale's Tell Your Friends.
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ARIZONA NEWS | Jul 26, 2025Tucson, Glendale among most dangerous U.S. cities for pedestrians, cyclists
A study ranked Tucson and Glendale among the most dangerous U.S. cities for pedestrians and cyclists. Arizona cities make the top 10 in both categories.
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ARIZONA NEWS | Jul 20, 2025Scottsdale rated 6th-best U.S. city for recreation in recent study
Scottsdale was named the sixth-best U.S. city for recreation in a recent nationwide study. It excelled in weather and quality of parks categories.
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ARIZONA HEALTH NEWS | Jul 19, 2025Woman undergoes successful double lung transplant at Phoenix hospital, can sing again
A 41-year-old woman underwent a successful double lung transplant last fall in Phoenix following a decade-long battle with an autoimmune disease.
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ARIZONA NEWS | Jul 19, 2025Peoria City Hall renovation project starting in August, parking restrictions in place
Peoria City Hall will be undergoing renovations of its front lawn and council chamber beginning in mid-August, with an expected completion of spring 2026.
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ARIZONA BUSINESS | Jul 13, 2025Developer announces plans for luxury office campus in Old Town Scottsdale
A Phoenix-based developer has announced its design plans for a luxury office campus scheduled to be completed in late 2026.
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ARIZONA TRAFFIC | Jul 13, 2025Southbound SR 87 restricted north of Fountain Hills for resurfacing
Southbound State Route 87 north of Fountain Hills will be narrowed to one lane beginning Monday morning for scheduled pavement resurfacing.
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ARIZONA NEWS | Jul 7, 2025Maricopa County Home & Landscape Show returns to Glendale this weekend
The Maricopa County Home & Landscape Show is taking over State Farm Stadium in Glendale from Friday to Sunday.
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ARIZONA NEWS | Jul 6, 2025Metro Phoenix Night Market to serve Mesa with Asian cuisine on Saturday
Small Asian food businesses across the Valley will be offering Mesa residents a taste of their cuisine Saturday night as part of the Metro Phoenix Night Market.
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ARIZONA NEWS | Jul 4, 2025Maricopa County couple arrested in animal abuse case, 2 Goldendoodles starved to death
A couple from Maricopa County was arrested on Wednesday for animal abuse. Two of their three dogs died due to starvation while one will be up for adoption.
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ARIZONA NEWS | Jul 4, 2025Arizona Game and Fish Dept. encourages off-highway vehicle safety this 4th of July weekend
If you are planning to take your off-highway vehicle out for a spin this holiday weekend, the Arizona Game and Fish Department has some tips to stay safe.
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ARIZONA NEWS | Jul 4, 2025Silver Alert canceled for 59-year-old man last seen in south Phoenix
A Silver Alert was canceled on Friday for a 59-year-old man last seen in south Phoenix who has a medical condition that causes confusion.
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ARIZONA NEWS | Jul 4, 2025American Airlines anticipates record July 4 holiday travel at Phoenix Sky Harbor
American Airlines projects that Phoenix Sky Harbor International Airport will have its largest ever July 4 travel period this year.