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September is the Month of Style!

Dear Readers,

It's all about STYLE!

As we reflect on "style" this month, I would submit style is not limited to the clothes we wear, the way we dress. Style encompasses every aspect of our lives. From the way we decorate our homes to the music we listen to, to the art that adorns our walls, from the books we read to the way we carry ourselves in conversations; yes, style permeates every facet of our existence. It is the thread weaving together the tapestry of our lives.

Style is deeply personal, and it evolves as we celebrate our great enthusiasms, our great devotions, our unlimited aspirations and our quest for all things bright and beautiful. It is a form of self-expression communicating who we are, how we perceive the world and what we value. In this way, style becomes a powerful tool for connection, as it facilitates our finding common ground with others who share our aesthetic sensibilities.

As individuals, we have the freedom to embrace established styles, blend them together or forge entirely new paths, thus becoming trendsetters, in a way.

We at St. George City Lifestyle hope this issue inspires each reader to forge new paths or perhaps explore familiar ones. We have so much here in southern Utah to uplift our spirits, boost our productivity and ignite our creativity as we mingle with others in this grand place of beauty.

We wish you a splendid September!

Warmest thoughts,

JJ ABERNATHY, PUBLISHER @STGEORGECITYLIFESTYLE

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Photography: Roland Lee Creates "Canyon Flow"

Roland Lee, renowned local artist, painted this intermittent waterfall runoff at “Hell Hole” near Kayenta in Ivins; runoff occurs only during heavy rainfalls. The canyon is named from the towering thousand-foot fiery red sandstone cliffs.

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1: Jesse Barraclough provides pre-show/intermission entertainment at Tuacahn's production of "Beautiful: the Carol King Musical"

2: Wilsons of Bloomington hosting family from Mexicali and Ciudad Victoria Mexico at Rowley’s Red Barn 3: Ken Beazer, executive director of athletics at Utah Tech, speaks to St. George Sunrise Rotarians 4: Bruce Bennett and Linda Muir celebrate a St. George Musical Theater presentation at Utah Tech 5: Justin and Haylee Caplin attend Prayer for Freedom at Tuacahn Amphitheatre to celebrate Liberty Week 6: St. George Sunrise Rotarians are recognized, continuing the legacy of Rotary founder Paul Harris 7: Tribute to America at Greater Zion Stadium complete with fireworks and concert by Kelsea Ballerini

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Otto Frank

September 15-16, 2023 7:30pm

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Obie Award-winning actor Roger Guenveur Smith makes his Kayenta debut with a new solo performance inspired by the father of diarist Anne Frank, scored live by Marc Anthony Thompson. Smith’s Otto Frank is an intimate meditation on our current moment which interrogates our not-so-distant past. His Otto, the only member of his immediate family to survive the Nazi death camps, addresses his daughter beyond her time and his own, navigating loss, adolescent ambition, the denial of the diary’s authenticity, and of the Holocaust itself. Smith and Thompson have created poetic and sonically driven work which illuminates the Franks’ tragedy and triumph in a new and necessary light. Otto Frank has been performed at the Magic Theater in San Francisco and the Public Theatre in NYC.

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TDS Best of Southern Utah in Internet Provider Category

For the third year in a row, Southern Utah residents voted TDS the Gold Winner in the Internet Provider category of the Best of Southern Utah 2023. Wendi Bulkley and Cindy Powell of TDS accepted the award at a June ceremony. “We appreciate the confidence the community has in TDS, our products and services,” says Wendi. Learn more about TDS internet, TV and phone services by visiting HelloTDS.com , or call 1-844-322-8834 .

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Roland Lee Wins Plein Air Magazine Competition

Roland Lee was the overall winner in the “Western” category of Plein Air Magazine’s competition with his watercolor “Waiting Patiently.” Winners of each monthly competition compete for first place award of $15,000 at the end of the year. Roland also received an honorable mention for his work, “Alone Again.” Roland's latest paintng, "Canyon Flow" is featured this month on the cover of St. George City Lifestyle. As of press time it was available for purchase.

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Utah Poet Laureate Lisa Bickmore Visits St. George

The St. George Literary Arts Festival is back and will feature Lisa Bickmore, Utah's newest poet laureate. Thursday, Sept. 7, includes presentations by Lisa Bickmore, Chris Jones, Wendy Wilson Spooner, Lin Floyd, Shane D. Williams and Marleen Bussma. Friday, Sept. 8, features a poetry master class entitled "In Full Voice" with Lisa Bickmore. Save the dates: Sept. 7 and 8, and meet at the Children's Museum, 65 S. Main St., St. George. To pre-register: stgeorgelitartsfest.org

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Check Out Backdrops for Selfies at Selfie Scene Studio

The Selfie Scene Studio is new to the downtown St. George area and is a petfriendly venue. Bring your camera/phone and take your own photos. The studio has availability of 10 scenes and props at any one time for your creative use. Services are also offered at your location. For that special photo of family, friends or pets, check this out.

St. George Endoscopy Center Celebrates its 20-Year Anniversary

St. George Endoscopy Center, an ambulatory surgery center specializing in colon cancer screening and treatment of gastrointestinal diseases and disorders, celebrated its 20-year anniversary July 11.

“Since opening, our objective has been to deliver the highest levels of comfort and personal care to the members of our community,” says Dr. James Bown. "We attribute our success to our talented team and our commitment to providing the type of quality care our patients deserve." Visit utahendocenter.com

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Savoir faire

Mastering the art of inner and outer beauty

ARTICLE BY JANICE BROOKS | PHOTOGRAPHY BY PROVIDED

My mother, Rosalie, was immensely gifted with an innate personality to communicate lovingly with anyone. This natural ability was further grounded in the ability “to know and to do”—what the French aptly describe as a person having “savoir faire.” Mom was elegant and refined. She was the quintessential raconteur, or storyteller, who always used the colloquial phrase, “mind your manners”—spoken with a deep resonant voice and smiling eyes when telling a story meant to convey the importance of building character, instilling values and developing a positive attitude.

Born and raised in the southern part of the United States, coupled with her African ancestry that placed value on developing assuredness as an inner competency, was of utmost importance to her. We were steeped in stories and folktales that were shared to cultivate the characteristics of having a “beautiful” inner and outer countenance of self-composure, confidence with kindness and deliberate speech, without falseness.

“May this be the strongest cellular aspect of your DNA,” was her highest aim for her children.

During the past three years, I have sought to emotionally revisit the implications of my own thoughts and behaviors— both in personal attitude and within public discourse.

As a reminder of the virtues sorely needed in our personal encounters, community conversations and professional interactions, dear reader, I offer a few gentle ruminations and daily rituals practice suggestions to enhance your life’s beauty regime. Beauty is more than skin deep. When it radiates from the internal or the inside, to glow on the external or outside, it does not cost a cent to implement.

Beautiful Body: A daily fitness workout goes a long way. Are you exercising to merely alter your physical appearance? Or are you exercising to gain more physical stamina? Are you running or race walking to help you increase your mental strength? Or are you gaining more internal energy to be able to do the hard “push-up” work of staying healthy so you can be emotionally fit and courageous enough to help build a better world for humanity? A healthy body is necessary to achieve this task.

Beautiful Mind : What is your connection to the earth? Being in nature and spending time outdoors rekindles and reaffirms the beauty of nature and also our relationship to the timelessness of each grain of red sand that over eons of time carried by the wind’s breeze transformed into a majestic mountain. Nature and the elements, watching the changing of seasons, especially observing the autumn leaves change color and tumble down onto the earth’s floor, as winter covers them with rain and snow, reminds us of the own temporal nature, of our own mortality, and helps us know life and society are not static, but ever-changing.

Beautiful Words : Engaging in conversations, spending time with people who give or bring us joy or challenge our assumptions of boldfaced ignorance or social disruption, can both be met with curiosity and kindness. Savoir faire—is often the sheer act of verbal diplomacy. Knowing how to ask and frame a beautiful question, even when individuals are cognitively diametrically opposed in opinions and ideology takes practice—especially, when the goal is to advance understanding and appreciation of another person’s views, versus needing to gain consensus or righteous dismissal.

“Outer beauty charms, but inner beauty produces savoir faire. Outer beauty may indeed be glamorous, and often fades away, but inner beauty lasts for as long as you are alive.” –Janice Brooks

Beautiful Soul : Taking time for stillness, contemplation or prayer are the building blocks for increasing one’s self-identity and increasing one’s ability to be keenly aware of others. Generosity of intellect and nurturing the capacity for sincerity, deep listening and steadfastness are important soul-caretaking rituals. Ah, when we make time to still the mind’s busy thoughts, focus on our breath and center the heart in peacefulness, we are nourishing ourselves in profound ways. From this place of centeredness, we also provide soul-nourishment to everyone we encounter, just by being more present and centered within ourselves.

Beautiful Community: Fall in love with your community, again! Being acutely aware of how you treat neighbors and welcome newly arrived inhabitants. Striving to improve upon that will cause a chain reaction. Learning greetings and salutations in different languages, studying various world religions, getting acquainted with various aspects of humanity’s history, both the tragic and triumph increases understanding of cultures, helps create a more harmonious and beautiful community of differences. Want to be an ambassador of inner peace? Try increasing your generosity of spirit by exhibiting more loving kindness to others and make caring for your community a personal art form.

LEARN MORE: Janice Brooks is a social entrepreneur with a passion for creating and supporting transformational experiences that enliven artistic, creative, spiritual, cultural and literary arts. Janice believes producing events and sharing her keen cultural, political and social commentary, in a wisehearted and grace-filled manner, has encouraged and nurtured transparent connections within our community, specifically among community organizations, businesses, academia and religious institutions.

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“Unapologetically speaking, a new savoir faire, the cultivation and refinement of one’s sensibilities within public discourse and personal encounters, will inspire more courageous, ethical and beautiful experiences as we all traverse new social territories together.”

–Janice Brooks

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In Notable Style

Music educator, Hayley Winslow, garners national attention from the Recording Academy and GRAMMY Museum

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Hayley Winslow: a musician's musician

With more than 2,000 nominations from 197 cities, the 212 quarterfinalists for the highly competitive 2024 Music Educator Awards were announced by the Recording Academy and GRAMMY Museum from Santa Monica, California, this summer. For two years running, Hayley Winslow is in!

What’s notable about this award is the broad scope and high bar—kindergarten through college educators across public and private schools who have made “a significant and lasting contribution to the field of music education and who demonstrate a commitment to the broader cause of maintaining music education in the schools,” according to the Academy and GRAMMY partnership.

Once you meet Hayley, the instrumental music teacher at Snow Canyon Middle School, it is easy to see how she garnered national attention by rising to the top 10%. She is one of only two Utah teachers in the quarterfinals.

“The process is arduous,” Hayley explains, “as it begins with a community member nomination, which then requires the nominee to prepare teaching videos and commentary for adjudication.” Semifinalists will be announced this fall and the winner named in February.

Teachers are generally known for their passion and tenacity—whether for the subject matter or grade level they teach. Hayley’s enthusiasm for her profession, however, comes across as something deeper, more like a life mission.

“I don’t think I could ever give up on arts education,” she said in a recent phone interview, and her travel agenda proves it.

While some teachers spend summers away from anything educational, Hayley recently attended the Music for All Summer Symposium in Muncie, Indiana.

The week-long event focused on elevating high school and middle school bands and their directors to be the best they can.

This fall, Hayley, and her husband Michael—a Washington County School District administrator and fellow musician—will jet to New York City to perform in the 2023 Macy’s Thanksgiving Day Parade with the Band Directors Marching Band, 400 strong, in a salute to band directors across America. While in town, they will also perform at Ground Zero and participate in a wreath laying ceremony.

One of the New York performances will serve as an overture for what Hayley is orchestrating here at home. She is working with several local schools to create an event similar to the Ground Zero experience. Her vision for all participating students extends beyond performing patriotic music to more deeply understanding the historical significance and the sacrifice of first responders on September 11 and now.

Last January, the Winslows marched with more than 300 band directors in the Rose Bowl Parade.

Hayley and her students are no strangers to the national spotlight, with Snow Canyon Middle School band winning the Indiana-based 2023 Music for All Community Involvement Award—one of four bands honored nationwide. The band was recognized for gathering more than 100 children’s books during its December 2021 concert for the Americas Band Directors Band to distribute to needy children.

Hayley’s belief is that while music education builds skill in mastery and performance, there is more to it, such as experiencing “core human traits like love and kindness,” as stated in a recent press release.

The artistry and values Hayley is instilling in her students will always be in style—and that makes everyone a winner.

Dr. Eric Holtrop, MD

Fashion Forward

Social District Boutique & Bistro is all the buzz

ARTICLE BY KERRY ANN HARLAN HUNT | PHOTOGRAPHY BY AIME PENDLE, BRANDOGRAPHER

Social District Boutique & Bistro is a social experience where people come together to shop, eat, drink and connect. It’s about being part of a community.

Located in The Shoppes at Zion, this trendy establishment exudes a friendly atmosphere, great boutique shopping and scrumptious food.

Looking for unique pieces to elevate your style? We’ve got you covered! We source from the Los Angeles Fashion District, and have an array of brands and just the right ensemble for special occasions. Our collections are carefully curated to provide confidence and authenticity. From a night out on the town to a day out on the boat, to brunch with your friends, we are the perfect place to pop in and grab a gift for that special friend.

Walk through the boutique and you’ll find our unique bistro to get hand-pressed mocktails, a glass of wine, local beer, or a latte and hand-squeezed craft lemonades in an array of flavors. Artisan flatbreads are layered with distinctive flavors.

Address: 250 Red Cliffs Dr. #26A, St George; visit mysocialdistrict.com

Tel. 435.288.3323

Now to some of my recommended fashion picks:

1. Beaded Coin Purse—Whether you are currently a Mrs. or soon-to-be Mrs., the beaded coin purses are perfect for those extra-necessities like our Mixology Perfume Rollerballs or a Poppy & Pout Lip Balm.

2. Denim, Denim, Denim!—If you seek a distressed straight leg or a non-distressed skinny jean, we’ve got it. Sister companies, Flying Monkey and Vervet & Lovevet, bring stretch and style in all different shades.

3. Gold is Solid—We carry a highly durable water-resistant line of jewelry that is 18K over stainless steel. This woman-owned business will not disappoint on quality and price point.

4. Tooled Leather Purse—Tooled by hand, this signature 100% genuine leather crossbody purse is extraordinary, handcrafted and artisan crafted.

5. Blue and White Florals—These are pieces that will easily complement a navy outfit.

6. Pantsuits—Suits with semi-structured shoulders hit the mark. All greens are hot this fall. From kelly to sage, green means “go!”

FASHION INFLUENCER, KERRY ANN HARLAN HUNT: Kerry Ann Harlan Hunt, a native of Southern California, moved to Washington County with her husband, Adam Hunt, whose family roots run deep throughout southern Utah. On the search for fashion forward trends and places to meet up with newly-found girlfriends, Kerry saw a need in the community--and Social District Boutique & Bistro was born.

Coyote Art Makes Its Debut

VICTORIA TOPHAM DEMONSTRATES MAGIC IN GUMBALL MACHINES

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BY VICTORIA TOPHAM

Gumball machines used to be a fixture at the entrance of every grocery store in town. Some were filled with gumballs, but others with tiny treasures in plastic capsules. Place a quarter or two in the slot and turn the knob to release the machine’s treasure with an exciting “kerplunk.”

The machines are rare these days, but the magical kerpunking of any vending device still holds charm. Enter Coyote Tale’s ART-OMATIC—a repurposed gumball machine selling unique lilliputian crafts. For only 50 cents and a twirl of the knob, you might be the recipient of a capsule containing a one-of-a-kind, diminutive work of art created by a Red Mountain Elementary school student. All the proceeds from the sale of the art were donated to Red Mountain Elementary School to purchase art supplies for the students.

The project was funded by Coyote Tales  Storytelling events using funds raised from a preCOVID-19 event’s gourmet bake sale concession stand. Audience members purchased upscale treats donated by Petite Feast. All proceeds from the bake sale were used to purchase the machines and art supplies to hold a special art experience for the fourth and fifth graders. During the class, the children sculpted and then painted figures inspired by their studies of the rainforest. An array of miniature frogs, toucans, flowers and snakes were enclosed within the machine’s capsules. Additional capsules contain haikus written by students. The machines were stationed at Datura Art Gallery in the Kayenta Art Village, at Red Mountain Elementary School and other Ivins locations.

Note: Coyote Tales will take place Sept. 9 at Ivins City Heritage Days Festival, Ivins City Park. Tales are true and told live.

A JEWEL IN THE DESERT AND A CAPITAL CAMPAIGN

ARTICLE BY JJ ABERNATHY

PHOTOGRAPHY BY ALAN HOLBEN AND M&R GALLERY OF PHOTOGRAPHY

How a present community comes together as a testament to its heritage

SOUTHERN UTAH PERFORMING ARTS FOUNDATION AND UTAH TECH TO CREATE A HOME FOR COMMUNITY ARTS

What makes for a vibrant performing arts scene? Of course, the talent and the audience are only part of the equation. To create that certain magic where artists and audiences can inspire and connect requires a venue, a home—one that is engaging, acoustically sound and artistically accommodating to its audience.

Maestro Lucas Darger Photography by Alan Holben

A COMMUNITY NEED

The Southwest Symphony, established in 1980 by Dr. Norman Fawson, Irene Everett and Dr. Ronald Garner, held its first production of “Messiah” in the venerable Tabernacle on Main Street in St. George, which it quickly outgrew.

The Cox Performing Arts Center was completed in 1986, funded in large part by the late Dr. Mervyn K. Cox, and Sue Cox. It served as a venue for the Southwest Symphony, and many cultural arts groups, including the Southern Utah Heritage Choir,

founded more than 30 years ago. With the center’s deteriorating physical facilities, outdated lighting and the sound system in disrepair, something had to be done.

A COLLABORATIVE PARTNERSHIP EMERGES

The Southern Utah Performing Arts Foundation together with Utah Tech (which currently owns the facility), recently announced a bold plan to renovate the Cox at about half the cost of building a new performing arts center.

Lowry Snow, local attorney and former legislator and chair of the foundation, was a key player in securing $28 million in funding through the Utah State Legislature as a start to the $40 million project. An additional $12 million is needed to bridge the funding gap.

Says Lowry, “According to a 2019 City of St. George survey, residents voted having a performing arts center as a ‘top 3 priority,’ and the economic benefits are tremendous.” He explains this move benefits the city, county and state economies by generating business and tax revenue from lodging, meals and other tourism activities.

Alyce Stevens Gardner, Southwest Symphony chair and foundation board member, adds, “This action will provide a ‘home’ for anchor community arts groups—the Southwest Symphony and the Southern Utah Heritage Choir. In addition, it will offer an enhanced venue for Utah Tech University students, the university’s orchestra, symphonic band and UT Live!—the Celebrity Concert Series and for additional community groups for rehearsal.”  Alyce continues to be an optimistic driving force behind the capital campaign.

Richard “Biff” Williams, Utah Tech University president, describes “Community as University” as one of its five strategic planning goals, which captures the university’s desire to develop robust ties with the community. He says, “A major part of our efforts relate to the arts. The arts bring people together in something bigger than just ourselves.”

The Southwest Symphony has been awarded “Best of State” for five consecutive years and has grown exponentially. Led by

Maestro Lucas Darger, 90 professional musicians rehearse and perform weekly. Symphony members have been trained at the finest music schools, including Juilliard, and have played with major symphony orchestras.

The Southern Utah Heritage Choir, under president, Geri Rhodes, seeks every opportunity to present its inspiring art form to audiences locally, nationally and internationally. Under the direction of Dr. Ken Peterson, the choir is recognized for its rich tone and excellent concerts.

A DESERT JEWEL

Truly, the new performing arts center is poised to become the new Jewel of the Desert. Paul Morris, vice president of administrative affairs at Utah Tech, states, “A diamond in the rough, the Cox Auditorium at Utah Tech University will be transformed into a performance hall worthy of renowned artists.”

The completed renovation—a modern, 1,250-seat proscenium theater with updated, state-of-the-art acoustics, lighting and technical systems—is certain to be an entertainment treasure, building on the strong heritage of the area’s past when early settlers of the 1860s, many destitute, found joy in their distinctive, inimitable sounds of music.

To be part of the capital campaign, contact the SUPA Foundation at PO Box 911505, St. George, UT 84791 or contact ALYCE@SWSUTAH.ORG .

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HOW AN AWARD-WINNING, ELITE TEAM IS GIVING BACK IN STYLE

During business hours, they are a dynamic and high-performing ensemble of professionals based in St. George, Cedar City and Kanab. Operating together under an intentional team framework, the local law firm of Snow Jensen & Reece, PC, serves clients from throughout Utah and into Nevada—addressing their most pressing legal needs across a spectrum of practice areas.

Although their experience, preeminent ratings and accolades are impressive, including Best Lawyers of America, Utah’s Legal Elite Lawyers and Utah State Bar Lifetime Service Award among them, it’s what members of the firm do after hours that distinguishes them even more.

BEGINNING WITH THE FOUNDING PARTNERS

Founding Partner V. Lowry Snow served in the Utah House of Representatives for 11 years and continues to serve on numerous boards and commissions, including as Chair of the Central Utah Red Cross Advisory Board; Co-Chair of the Point Commission; the State Bar Foundation; Utah’s Juvenile Justice Oversight Committee; and the nonprofit Human Rights for Kids.

Earlier this year, the Sutherland Institute honored Lowry as a George A. Sutherland Award Recipient for “his dutiful civil service, his advocacy for policies to support families and education throughout the state, and his unwavering dedication to the state of Utah.”

In the arts, Lowry chairs the Southern Utah Performing Arts Foundation Board, with a mission to procure funding to remodel the Cox Auditorium at

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The award-winning team at Snow Jensen & Reece

V. Lowry Snow Lowry meeting with students at the Utah State Capitol Building

Shareholders: Lowry Snow, Curtis M Jensen, Lewis Reece, Greg Hardman, Matt Ence, Cameron Morby, Jonathan Wentz, Jeff Miles

Utah Tech University—a much-needed upgrade and expansion to better serve patrons and artists alike.

Says Lowry, “Our firm has consistently recognized and supported the arts in southern Utah by our financial contributions to the Southwest Symphony, Heritage Choir, Tuacahn Theater and numerous performing arts events hosted by schools in the community. We recognize the important role the arts play in the quality of life in our community.”

From its inception, the firm’s leaders have fostered a culture of public service by supporting financially a multitude of organizations and individuals, and by supporting members of the firm who show an interest in serving on boards, community councils and holding public office.

“I’m proud of one of the earliest statewide recognitions our firm received in 1998, when we were awarded the Pro Bono Service of the Year award by the Utah State Bar,” says Lowry.

Curtis M Jensen, also a founding partner, serves on the Board of Trustees for the S.J. Quinney Law School at the University of Utah and as chairman of the Washington County Indigent Defense Committee, a group dedicated to protecting civil liberties through indigent defense services.

Curtis additionally serves on the Judicial Performance Evaluation Commission, which helps citizens know their judges and make informed choices during elections. He also serves as a New Lawyer Training Program mentor and is a Utah Pro Bono Attorney provider—but that is not all.

TEAM GIVING AND EDUCATION IMPACT

In April, attorneys Tyler King, Victoria Calton, Devon Herrmann and Kathryn Lusty participated in a unique educational opportunity for students—a moot court, or simulated court proceedings, where the attorneys presided as judges and students acted as attorneys.

“From the moment we arrived, it was clear the students were taking the simulation seriously—from their attire to their demeanor,” Tyler says. “The presenting ‘attorneys’ did a fantastic job delivering their arguments, taking

questions from the judges, and thinking on their feet. It was fun getting to peel back the curtain and pass on some of the things we’ve learned.”

“We especially love helping the schools,” underscores Curtis. As past chairman of the Washington County School District Foundation, Curtis and other board members on behalf of the foundation, awarded scholarships and classroom grants to help teachers defray costs.

“I’m proud of one of the earliest statewide recognitions our firm received in 1998, when we were awarded the Pro Bono Service of the Year award by the Utah State Bar.”  – V. Lowry Snow

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“I think we have attorneys and firm members living in every school boundary, so we’ve tried to spread the support around. And the schoolteachers deserve and value all the support we can give them, especially in the classrooms,” Curtis explains.

CIVIC ENGAGEMENT AND WOMEN’S LEADERSHIP

Christa Hinton, operations and communications manager, has expanded her footprint into civic engagement, leaning in the direction of her father, Lowry. A love for politics was fostered while helping Lowry run his campaigns for the Utah House; she now serves on the Santa Clara City Council.

Victoria is a member of the Women’s Influence Network Board, a group dedicated to empowering women, and is former vice president of Red Rock Center for Independence, a local charity dedicated to serving individuals with disabilities.

Together, Christa and Victoria served on the Fifth District Judicial Court Nominating Commission—an all-women commission that narrowed down applicants for the Governor’s selection of judges in that district. Christa also serves on the Utah Women Run Board, which promotes women’s leadership and community involvement through political office and campaigns at all levels, issue advocacy, and service on boards and commissions; and the Utah Outdoor Adventure Commission, which is developing a strategic plan to meet future needs of outdoor recreation in Utah.

“I love the outdoors,” she laughs, “as long as it’s not too hot.”

YOUTH SPORTS, HEALTHFUL LIFESTYLES AND LIFE SKILLS AT SCALE

For Cameron M. Morby, attorney and shareholder, love of football and coaching helps the young athletes he serves in the community get active, get connected and build skills for life.

“Football is an ultimate team game— not so much an individual sport. You need all these individual parts working together to succeed,” Cameron says.

“And the kids learn that if they work at something and put time and effort into it, then they can be good at it and that will translate into anything they do. Hard work equals results,” he emphasizes.

“The presenting ‘attorneys’ did a fantastic job delivering their arguments, taking questions from the judges, and thinking on their feet. It was fun getting to peel back the curtain and pass on some of the things we’ve learned.” – Tyler King

Christa Hinton, operations and communications manager

Lewis Reece

Moot Court Models

Co-founder of Southern Utah Flag Football, a national youth flag football franchise of NFL Flag Football, he has grown the league over 10 years to 80 teams and 600 kids. He also coaches his sons with the Southern Utah Nevada Youth Football League and serves as the head coach of the Dixie High School Freshman Football Team.

“As a coach, you can be a mentor for those young men that may need it in life. They come from all different backgrounds, and sometimes you can inspire kids in ways that parents can’t.”

Cameron also serves on the Utah Tech University Foundation Board, which raises funds for various university projects; the board also holds the annual Fire and Ice Gala, which raises money for needs-based scholarships.

CURATING THEIR OWN WAY OF GIVING BACK

Snow Jensen & Reece was the first firm to introduce the “Talk to a Lawyer” free legal clinics in southern Utah—a service during which “the attorneys would invite people to come in on Tuesday nights and answer legal questions, help fill out forms, or direct the client’s next course of action,” explains Lewis P. Reece, attorney and firm shareholder.

For the firm’s efforts, the Utah State Bar recognized them with the Pro Bono Firm of the Year award. As an extension of the free legal clinics, Snow Jensen & Reece—and Lowry in particular— founded the Southern Utah Community Legal Center.

“We even donated our furniture,” Curtis says. “The clinics filled an unmet need. In the community there are so many people who can’t afford an attorney and are in need of legal services. We tried to bridge a gap there by starting the free legal clinics in southern Utah and opening that community.”

Lewis remains an active supporter today.

“I enjoy doing that,” he says. “Any profession, lawyers included, has an obligation to give back. Sometimes we think professionals are just here to make money, but one of the reasons I became a lawyer was to help people. I like helping people and I think it’s important for us to serve.”

Lewis also serves on the Modest Means Committee, which helps low-income families find affordable legal aid, and the Lawyers Helping Lawyers committee, which supports attorneys struggling with substance abuse.

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... the kids learn that if they work at something and put time and effort into it, then they can be good at it, and that will translate into anything they do. Hard work equals results.” – Cameron M. Morby

Cameron Morby coaches youth football

The Snows and the Jensens at the Sutherland Gala

TYING IT ALL TOGETHER

For this southern Utah law firm, contributing to the welfare of the place where it put down roots 37 years ago is among its highest priorities and greatest rewards. Collectively, members of the firm support 12 nonprofit foundations and serve on at least 30 governing boards across the state. Members of the firm

Snow Jensen & Reece Practice Areas

LITIGATION:

Strong and accomplished litigators tackle complex cases.

BUSINESS LAW: Business law lawyers assist with legal needs from inception to dissolution.

REAL ESTATE & LAND USE: Attorneys provide support for both commercial and residential real property.

GOVERNMENT & PUBLIC POLICY: Attorneys help preserve rights in governmental legal issues.

MUNICIPAL REPRESENTATION:

Attorneys provide services to cities in Utah and Nevada.

CONSTRUCTION LAW: Legal team is experienced in complex construction law cases.

ESTATE PLANNING:

Experienced lawyers enable clients to accomplish estate planning goals.

FAMILY LAW: Lawyers help clients understand rights from the simple to the complicated.

also serve in ecclesiastical leadership positions and support nondenominational organizations and programs. Yet it has always been about much more than the numbers.

“We feel we have a commitment to our neighbors, and we want to serve,” says Curtis. “We just like to give back to the community.”

V. Lowry Snow, Founder

A curated selection of the most intriguing upcoming events in our area.

Tuacahn Broadway in the Desert

TUACAHN AMPHITHEATRE, 1100 TUACAHN DR., IVINS | 8:30 PM

Tuacahn offers Charlie and the Chocolate Factory, The Hunchback of Notre Dame, Tarzan and Beautiful: The Carol King Musical. The musicals provide superb, unforgettable experiences outside in the Tuacahn Amphitheatre and inside in the Hafen Theatre. Visit tuacahn.org for exact performance dates and times.

Historic Railroad Photography Exhibition

CEDAR CITY | 9:00 AM

Cedar City celebrates the 100th year anniversary of the Railroad coming to town with  All Abboooard! Historic Union Pacific Photography  Exhibition, at the SUU Campus, Gerald R. Sherratt Library and at the Library in the Park, 303 North 100 East in Cedar City. Closed Sundays.

Utah Shakespeare Festival

CEDAR CITY

62nd Annual Utah Shakespeare Festival in Cedar City offers matinee and evening performances in three grand theaters and a free nightly Greenshow (through Sept. 9), backstage tours, seminars, and play orientations. Seven plays are featured this season. The Utah Shakespeare Festival is rated in the top three festivals in the country. For tickets and information 1-800-PLAYTIX (752-9849) or www.bard.org .

The Festival of Homes in Cedar City

CEDAR CITY | 12:00 PM

The Iron County Home Builders Association continues its annual Festival of Homes tradition starting Labor Day weekend offering up beautiful homes for the public to tour. Tickets are available online at festivalofhomes.com .

SEPTEMBER 1ST - OCTOBER 5TH

Guild “Our Changing Climate” Art Show

RED CLIFFS GALLERY, 220 N

200 EAST, ST GEORGE | 9:00 AM

The Southern Utah Art Guild invites you to its upcoming  “Our Changing Climate” art show at Red Cliff Gallery, 220 N. 200 E. in St. George. Artists will display their original artwork which includes paintings, pastels, colored pencils, photography, and original 3-D media. Open MondayFriday 9 - 5, Saturday noon to 4. Visit southernutahartguild.com/red-cliffgallery for more information.

SEPTEMBER 1ST - 4TH

Utah Wine Festival

CEDAR CITY | 11:00 AM

The Utah Wine Festival is a showcase of Utah’s premier wine professionals and unique culinary experiences. We’ve brought back our most popular events and are adding a handful of new activities to help you enjoy the Utah Wine Festival weekend! View our events page and purchase tickets here:  utahwinefest.com/ festival-events/. Events are already selling out, don’t wait to purchase your tickets!

SEPTEMBER 2ND

Carpenters PlatinumA Tribute

CENTER FOR THE ARTS AT KAYENTA, 881 COYOTE GULCH COURT, IVINS | 7:30 PM

Join us for an outdoor concert on Saturday, Sept. 2 and relive the timeless music of the Carpenters with Carpenters Platinum—A Tribute! Led by the extraordinary Lynndee Mueller, this exceptional band takes you on a magical journey back to a happy and innocent time. Tickets: kayentaarts.org

EVENTS CONTINUED

SEPTEMBER 9TH

Rockoberfest at Brian Head Resort

BRIAN HEAD RESORT | 11:00 AM

Enjoy live music, beers on draft, activities for kids and more. For more information - brianhead.com/ event/rocktoberfest

SEPTEMBER 9TH

Coyote Tales

7:00 PM

Live Storytelling at The Ivins City Heritage Days Festival. Free live storytelling under the stars at Ivins City Park. Theme: “WILD.” Coyote Tales are true stories told live, onstage without notes, props or accompaniment. Storytellers may interpret the theme in any way they choose.

SEPTEMBER 15TH AND 16TH

Roger Guenveur Smith: Otto Frank

CENTER FOR THE ARTS AT KAYENTA, 881 COYOTE GULCH COURT, IVINS | 7:30 PM

Experience the powerful performance of Otto Frank, as Roger Guenveur Smith delves into the not-so-distant past, addressing loss, denial and triumph in an intimate exploration fo Anne Frank’s father. Tickets: kayentaarts.org

SEPTEMBER 23RD - 30TH

2nd Annual 2023 St. George Plein Air Festival

ART PROVIDES, 35 MAIN STREET, ST. GEORGE

The St. George Plein Air Group & ART Provides invite you to the 2nd Annual St. George Plein Art Festival. Come find inspiration in the breathtaking local colors of the Southern Utah Landscape. With a rich history and many breathtaking local canyons to choose from, this is set to be a unique Plein Air experience. Call (435) 319-0788 for infomation. cent time. Tickets: kayentaarts.org

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