Issuu

thePyramid We A r e S a n p e t e . c o m

An Edition of the

| www.heraldextra.com

ELECTION OF PRESIDENT BIDEN

Utah reps divided on vote count objections

POSTAL CUSTOMER Presorted Standard U.S. Postage PAID Permit No. 372 Provo, UT ECRWSS

We A r e S a n p e t e . c o m

Wednesday, January 13, 2021 • Vol. 130, No. 2 • Free

BABY NEW YEAR 2021

Sanpete Valley Hospital sees 2 arrivals

Votes came after Trump supporters stormed US Capitol BY TIM VANDENACK

Special to The Pyramid

Utah’s federal delegation split on the controversial measures challenging some of the Electoral College vote counts from last November’s presidential balloting, the issue that prompted violent protests Wednesday at the U.S. Capitol. Utah’s two U.S. senators and four U.S. House members, including U.S. Rep. Blake Moore, the Northern Utah representative, all voted against measures in the respective bodies objecting to vote totals in Arizona. On a similar vote to object to the presidential vote in Pennsylvania, Sens. Mike Lee and Mitt Romney, Moore and U.S. Rep. John Curtis again voted no. U.S. Reps. Chris Stewart and Burgess Owens, meanwhile, voted in favor of the objection. Whatever the case, the measures challenging the Arizona and Pennsylvania votes were overwhelmingly defeated and, in tallying the Electoral College totals, lawmakers on Thursday ultimately confirmed Democrat Joe Biden’s victory over Presidential Donald Trump in presidential voting. Moore, in a statement Thursday morning, hours after the votes, noted that he’s a backer of Trump, who has aggressively pushed to reverse his loss to Biden. “A majority of Utahns wish the election would have gone (Trump’s) way,” Moore said. “However, I could not in good conscience endorse federal intervention in state-certified elections. It is up to states to implement their own laws and cast their own electoral votes, and it is up to the judiciary to determine if the states acted constitutionally in changing their election systems.” Despite Stewart’s and Owens’ yes votes on the Pennsylvania measure in the House, U.S. lawmakers overwhelmingly rebuffed it as well as the parallel measures targeting the Arizona vote totals. Motions to object to Pennsylvania’s presidential vote failed 92-7 in the Senate and 282138 in the House. Motions to object to the Arizona vote failed 93-6 in the Senate and 303-121 in the House. Moore, a GOPer, like the rest of Utah’s federal delegation, alluded to the U.S. Constitution in explaining his no votes. He represents the 1st District, which covers Weber County, northern Davis County and eight other counties.

Jessi & Trevan Christensen and Baby Quinn.

Khari Dyches (Mom) and Baby Araya. Babies Araya Dyches and Quinn Christensen were both born on New Year’s Day 2021. Sanpete Hospital chose to celebrate both babies. “It has been more than a decade since we have had two babies born on New Year’s Day

at Sanpete Valley Hospital, as a rural hospital, we definitely think that is worth celebrating,” states Suzy Zahler, OB nurse manager. Araya Dyches was born at 3:56 a.m. on Jan. 1, 2021, weighing 6 pounds, 8 ounces and 18.5

inches long. The Dyches reside in Spring City. Quinn Christensen was born at 8:07 p.m. on Jan. 1, 2021, weighing 7 pounds, 15.4 ounces and 19.75 inches long. The Christensen’s reside in Manti. The delivering physician for baby Araya was Eileen Jackson, MD. Delivering physician for baby Quinn was OB-GYN Eric Jones, DO. “She was a fun surprise New Year’s baby,” stated Araya’s mom. “She arrived a little earlier than planned and was a good delivery.” Quinn’s parents, Jessi and Trevan, shared “The staff who helped us were amazing. Shalise and Laura, along with our patient care tech McKenna, went above the bar to give us the comfort we

needed and to help the process of bringing our little Quinn into the world. Because of the pandemic, we had no family or friends to support us, but having such an amazing staff, really made the difference. We are grateful for this little miracle of ours. There were unknown complications throughout the whole pregnancy and even after delivery, but it all worked out and we are so grateful to have such an amazing staff to share and guide us through this special time! We love you!” Although Araya and Quinn are the first new arrivals at the hospital in 2021, approximately 124 babies were born at Intermountain Sanpete Valley Hospital in 2020.

Baby boy delivered at Nephi hospital NEPHI — With the birth of a new year we are celebrating the first birth in 2021 at Central Valley Medical Center. Being the first baby born at CVMC in 2021 he was delivered by Dr. Reed Skinner at 12:25 p.m. Jan. 1, weighing in at 9 pounds 3 ounces and 21 inches long. The new baby boy was given the name Mateo by his proud parents Elysia and Kyle. Being the first to be born gives fun bragging rights, but not only that, his parents and Mateo go home with some extra goodies as part of the celebration too. CVMC administration provides a generous discount on the hospital bill to the New Year’s baby. Along with this discount; the hospital labor and delivery staff put together a substantial gift basket with a Mom care package and items such as lotions, body wash, an assortment of clothes, newborn toys, diapers, baby wipes, a laundry basket, swaddling blankets, and a plush CVMC blanket. “Celebrating the New Year’s Baby is something our staff looks forward to during the holiday season each and every year. We make sure that all of our patients receive the highest quality of care, in the best manner possible, so they feel safe and comfortable during their stay,” said Annie Hatch, RN, women and newborn service manager at the medical center. We also want to give a huge thank you and shout out to the members of our local and state community who also jumped in to show their support during this fun event; lo-

AMANDA LIVINGSTON, LIVINGSTON PHOTO AND PRINT SHOP

Central Valley Medical Center celebrated the first baby of 2021 born at the facility. Front: Elysia, Mateo (baby), and Kyle. Back: CVMC Labor & Delivery Staff; Misty Frampton, Cassi Harris, Amie Bills, Angie Sperry. cal businesses, that provided donations this year included: Mid-State Consultants, Nebo-Leavitt Insurance Agency, Nephi Western Credit Union, Utah Community Credit Union, Nephi Police Department, American

First Credit Union, Boutique On Main and Florist, and Azomite; along with The Utah Educational Savings Plan (UESP) donating a $50 savings certificate. Congratulations to Elysia, Kyle, and Mateo!

Please see ELECTION, Page A2

CHECK OUT THE HOT DEALS ON THE BACK PAGE! 105 S MAIN, EPHRAIM • 435-283-4033 OR 1-866-533-0861 • WWW.JORGCHEV.COM

T H E

Allen Ray Smith

Scott Faux Rasmussen

1933-2021

Allen Ray Smith, 87, returned to the waiting arms of his sweetheart on Sunday, January 3, 2021, after a short illness. He resided in Colorado Springs, CO since 1964, living a wonderful life there with his wife Mary Ann, and raising their five sons. Allen was born in 1933 in Mt. Pleasant, Utah, to Sherman & Olive Smith. He had one sister and three brothers, one of whom survives him. In Mt. Pleasant he met and married his childhood friend, high school sweetheart, and eternal companion, Mary Ann. Allen graduated at the top of his class at Utah State College, earning multiple awards and honors. He was offered positions at GE and General Dynamics, but it was when Bill Hewlett, of Hewlett-Packard, came to Utah State to cherry-pick the top one or two grads from the engineering class that Allen found his career. He spent eight years in Palo Alto, CA, then was offered the opportunity to transfer to HP’s new division in Colorado Springs. He worked for HP a total of 38 years, retiring in 1993 as the Division Quality Control Manager. Allen was a faithful member of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-Day Saints throughout his life

P Y R A M I D

1952-2021

and served diligently and humbly in many callings. He served his congregation as a bishop for six years, while working full-time at HP. He also gave his time to service organizations in Colorado Springs. After his retirement, he and Mary Ann served an 18-month service mission at the Bishop’s Storehouse, ordering, organizing, and distributing food and supplies for those in need. They also served full-time in the presidency of the Denver LDS Temple for three years. After her death in 2011, he continued serving in the temple, for a total of 22 years, leaving his service there in 2017. He is survived by his five sons: Larry, Mark (Pam), David (Tracie), Craig (Kathy), and Brent (Dana), 16 grandchildren, and 35 great grandchildren.

How to send in an obituary for your loved one

801-344-2533

dhobitphoto@heraldextra.com

Scott Faux Rasmussen, 68, of Fountain Green, UT passed away peacefully surrounded by his family on Sunday, January 3, 2021. Scott was born December 13, 1952 in Mt. Pleasant, UT, to Gayle Crowther, and Rita Faux Rasmussen. He enjoyed his youth growing up in both Millard and Sanpete Counties. Scott graduated from North Sanpete High School in 1971. After high school, Scott worked at Deer Creek coalmine in Huntington UT, and later at Skyline Mine in Schofield UT. Upon leaving the mining industry, Scott became an over the road truck driver, which he enjoyed very much. However, Scott’s favorite occupation was working for the Sanpete County Road and Weed Department. He retired from the county in 2015. Scott made friends wherever his road took him, and he enjoyed the many friendships he made over the years. In 1978, Scott married Diane Anderson, together they had two children. They were later divorced. In 1990, Scott married Shirlene Dovey, together they had one child. They were later divorced. Scott enjoyed spending time surrounded by his family, and sitting around a campfire, or as he called it “shootin the #%@$”. He had a passion for photography, especially — nature scenes. Many weekends were spent on long drives through the mountains and canyons of Sanpete taking pictures and watching the wildlife.

An edition of The Daily Herald Subscriptions and Delivery Service ....801-375-5103 News and Advertising.............435-462-2134

Fax..........................435-462-2459 E-mail...pyramid@heraldextra.com The Pyramid Daily Herald Edition (USPS 365580) a weekly newspaper published at 86 West Main Street, Mt. Pleasant, Utah 84647. Periodicals Postage Paid at Mt. Pleasant, Utah 84647 and at additional mailing offices POSTMASTER: Send address changes to the

Scott is survived by his children, Katie Rasmussen, Jon and Wendy Rasmussen, Kelton and Kaiya Rasmussen, and his grandson whom he loved very much, Scotty Rasmussen. His favorite partner in crime, Sherrie Lamb, also survives him. Scott is preceded in death by his parents, and his brother Paul. The family would like to extend a special thank you to Scott’s cousin and his best friend, Lewis, and his wife Alta Lynne Rasmussen, for always being there and helping with every opportunity that became available — especially these last few years. Graveside services will be held at the Moroni City Cemetery on Saturday, January 9, 2021, with family gathering at 12:30 services beginning at 1:00 P.M. everyone is welcome to join us, and we hope that you will dress comfortably with the cold weather expected. A luncheon will be held in the Fountain Green Dance Hall following the services. Condolences at rasmussenmortuary. com.

or a question. We welcome letters to the editor. All letters must include author’s name Member: (printed AND signed) and a Audit Bureau of Circulations phone number. We reserve the NEWS right to edit letters for clarity, We welcome news tips. Call punctuation, taste and length. 435-462-2134 to report a news Letters are welcome on any tip, or if you have a comment topic. Pyramid, 86 West Main Street, Mt. Pleasant, Utah 84647

Election From A1

“My interpretation is that the Constitution states Congress’s duty is to count electoral votes sent by the states. I believe that the Constitution does not give Congress the right to disenfranchise the states and thereby overthrow the electoral college — a long-time goal of Democrats,” he said. The Electoral College “has elected many Republican presidents,” including Trump, he said, and he trusts “that our Constitutional republic will continue to benefit from the Electoral College in the future.” Stewart, the 2nd District representative, had alluded to his plans to object to the presidential vote in a Facebook post on Monday, referencing unspecified voting irregularities and security issues in balloting around the country for president. “Voting is the most important duty we exercise in a republic. By my objection to certify the election, I am safeguarding the sanctity of each vote,” Stewart wrote. Owens, who represents Utah’s 4th District, was signatory to a statement released Wednesday by 37 GOP House members explaining their objection to the Electoral College vote totals in Georgia, Michigan, Pennsylvania and Wisconsin. Formal objections during congressional proceedings Wednesday and early Thursday morning only materialized against totals in Arizona and Pennsylvania. Rules governing elections in Georgia, Michigan, Pennsylvania and Wisconsin were changed by officials not authorized to do so, “including governors, secretaries of state, election officials, judges and private parties,” the statement said. Notwithstanding the fact that numerous courts around the country have rebuffed legal challenges to the voting, the statement went on, saying the 2020 election “became riddled with an unprecedented number of serious allegations of fraud and irregularities.” Curtis, who represents Utah’s 3rd District, explained his plans to certify the Electoral College vote totals on Tuesday.

Preserving the Personal Touch

The Pyramid 86 West Main Mt. Pleasant, UT 86447

Wednesday, January 13, 2021

’m wondering if we’re on a track of losing the personal touch in life. The evolution over the past two or three decades of how we live life and do business seems like a “de-personalization of humanity.” In some ways, I suppose, it has prepared us for our current pandemic. Some of these impersonal parts of life have become common for me. Modern life has many conveniences for our busy lives. The other night, I fueled up my truck. I pulled into the gas station, inserted a credit card into the slot on the pump, waited a moment for processing and then filled the tank. It was just me and the machine. The place was closed and dark otherwise. There was no human interaction in the transaction. Other aspects of our lives have evolved to the same humanless condition. Banking, for example, is becoming more and more of an activity which requires little, if any, personal human interchange. Deposits can be made by taking pictures of checks on our smart phones and sending the image to the bank. Bank by mail and night deposit drops are still available, but fewer people are actually physically going to their financial institution on a regular basis anymore. Online banking is commonplace now. Being the old-fashioned guy that I am, I still like going into the bank. It’s a little weird that these days wearing a mask into the bank is the right thing to do. As someone told me the other day, “Who knew that someone not wearing a mask would be the person who looked suspicious?” The human touch is diminishing more and more in life as automation, as a cost saving and efficiency measure, continues to be maximized. Speed has become a higher priority than the aesthetics of person to person contact. Our home life and even the architecture of our houses reflect the trend toward isolation from other people. Many have the attitude that once they get home from work, they are to be withdrawn from humanity. They don’t want to hear the doorbell or phone ring. Houses aren’t built as often now with a front porch designed to invite visitors and sociability. “Porchsitting” has almost become a lost art. If we’re going to be outside, we’d rather be in the back yard where we can have our privacy. Last Sunday afternoon,

on a chilly day, the sun seemed to be shining relatively warmly for a while. (there’s a contradiction in terms) With the goal of absorbing some Vitamin D, I sat on the front porch and read several pages in a murder mystery novel. (Blackberry Crumble by Josi Kilpack, a Utah novelist) I was perfectly comfortable with my sleeves rolled up and my face toward the sun… for about seven minutes. Then I was freezing to death. But the point of this episode is to say that I had friendly waves with two people as they drove by. It was a mini-social event! It seems like our current normal lives consist of retreating into our “caves” where we sit numbly, in semi-darkness, in front of our televisions. Dozens of TV channels and streaming options enhance our ability to avoid contact with the outside world. Most of us do it. “Binge watching” TV shows is commonplace. For the person who wants to visit another human being or family, it’s becoming almost intimidating. (Even before the pandemic) We’re fearful that we’ll interrupt someone’s movie or TV show. Many years ago, the LDS Church created a program establishing an organized method of everyone in the congregation getting a visit from other members. The goal was, and still is, that everyone gets regular contact and has a friend who cares about them. Sometimes, it’s an uphill battle to get high levels of participation in the program. People don’t seem to know how to visit others. Sanpeters, I believe, are a step above the rest of the world. Maybe I’m looking at our Sanpete life through “rose colored glasses.” But, I feel like we are a bastion of good old-fashioned people who care about our friends and neighbors. In spite of Covid-19, let’s keep our Sanpete personal relationships connected as best as we can. Hopefully before too long, we’ll be able to get back to doing more things “normally. There is no totally satisfying substitute for the common sharing of emotions and feelings in three dimensional, live and in person events. Hang in there Sanpete! — Merrill P.S. We went to the movies a couple of weeks ago at the theater in Ephraim. We were socially distanced and wearing masks — when we weren’t eating popcorn. It felt good to do something “semi-normal” again!

PHOTOS SUPPLIED

Utah members of the U.S. House of Representatives, clockwise from upper left-hand corner: Reps. Blake Moore, Burgess Owens, Chris Stewart and John Curtis. All are Republicans. “The Constitution grants Congress the specific authority to count electoral votes, not debate the merits of each state’s election laws or the validity of the electors they choose to send — to do so would be to federalize the election process, taking fundamental rights away from states,” he said in a statement. All six members of Utah’s federal delegation criticized the violent activity Wednes-

day in Washington, D.C., that resulted in protestors forcefully entering the Capitol. Moore “was greatly saddened and troubled by the assault on the United States Capitol yesterday, and I urge the American people to unite and help usher in a peaceful transfer of power,” he said in a statement. “Violence and intimidation against the Legislative branch are unacceptable and un-American.”

GUNNISON VALLEY HOSPITAL BIRTH ANNOUNCEMENTS Name: Enzlee Raine Boore

Name: Ledger McConaughey Fewkes

Name of Parents: Allen and Name of Parents: Kelly and Katie Erin Fewkes Town: Axtell Town: Centerfield DOB: 12/30/2020 DOB: 1/1/2021 Sex: Female Sex: Male Weight: 6 lbs 8 oz. Weight: 8 lbs 14 oz

thePyramidShopper We A r e S a n p e t e . c o m

Wednesday, January 13, 2021 • Published Weekly by the Pyramid, Sanpete County, Utah

EVERYDAY STRONG

Learn to use children’s phones to connect H

Taking a phone away may ave you started to rethink giving your child be our first instinct when attempting to correct behavior, a phone for Christencourage academic focus, mas? or as a response to a child’s Many parents get frustrated when it comes to reg- moodiness and distraction. Because phones and social ulating their children’s cell phone use. As media are an essential part children grow of today’s social landscape AUBREY MARKHAM up and become — especially for adolesmore indepen- cents and teens — it may be harmful to use phones as a dent, phones punishment or reward, even turn into a necessity. When if it looks like there is an obkids start acting out, seem vious correlation with their unmotivated or distracted, actions. phones are often the first to Dr. Swenson suggests be blamed and subsequently switching the focus to what taken away. Interestingly, experts hes- we do know about kids and itate to readily name just one emphasizing emotional connection. reason for teens’ irritable Behaviors we attribute to moods or rude behavior. “too much screen time” are Child psychiatrist Dr. often an indication of anxMatt Swenson said: “The research is not definitive yet iety and depression. This increasingly common issue about whether cell phones are universally and unilater- with teens and adolescents won’t be cured by the swift ally a problem in kids’ lives. removal of a device or strict You should be skeptical of time limits. What research someone who tells you otherwise. At the end of the day, shows about anxiety and depression is that meaningful even if we knew there was connection with an importcausation, I would question ant adult can do a lot to allewhether it would be helpful because of the societal influ- viate symptoms in children. Just like adults, adolesence [of cell phones]”.

cents and teens use their phones to connect with friends and family. Social media, video chatting and text messages are a significant part of maintaining relationships today. It is impractical to expect kids to know exactly how to self-regulate their phone use, especially when they see adults on their phones constantly, too. Family and social connection comes in all shapes and sizes today. When phone use is distracting your teen from family time, express your desire to spend time together instead of telling them to “put the phone away and join the family” in exasperation. Ask your child which friends they are chatting with without making it an interrogation. Take a few minutes after dinner one evening to have “family meme-sharing time,” and use phones to connect with each other through humor. Instead of announcing new strict family phone rules, try talking with your kids about the positives and negatives of cell phones. It’s probably

best to try this out at a time when the conversation won’t be emotionally charged. Express confidence in their ability to make smart

choices. Talk about the benefits of practicing self-discipline. While the jury is still out on phones being the big bad

guy, work together with your adolescents and teens to use them peacefully. You may not need to regret that Christmas gift after all.

Moroni Irrigation Company Delinquent Assessment 2020 Shareholder

Assessment

Canal 4 Project

$130.00

$57.10

Eric Beck

Late Fee Total Due $6.00

$193.10

Danny Christensen

$32.50

$5.25

$37.75

Bernell Dyches Estate

$65.00

$5.50

$70.50

$7.25

$136.65

Keith Hatcher

$129.40

Brennen K

$1,868.75

$14.50 $1,883.25

and Amy Russel If the above assessment, including late fees, are not paid, an auction will be held on Tuesday, January 26, 2021, at the Moroni City Hall, at 5:30 pm. By order of Moroni Irrigation Board Members. Paula Jorgenson, Secretary. 435-262-0451

“At Central Valley Home Health and Hospice, everything we do is focused on meeting the individual needs of our patients.” - Bob Guillory, Director of Home Health and Hospice

Central Valley Home Health & Hospice Who We Are: Your home can be the best place for healing and recovery. Central Valley Home Health offers the compassionate care and clinical excellence you want for your loved ones. We bring the care you need into the comfort of your own home.

Home Health Services | Our agency has on-call nurses available 24/7 and 365 days per year.

Skilled Nursing Care

Medications and Pain Care

Wound Care

Diabetic Monitoring

IV Therapies

Bathing and Personal Care

Long Term Care

Disease Management

Financial Resources

Social Counseling

Emotional Counseling

Physical Therapy

Occupational Therapy

Speech Therapy

Central Valley Home Health and Hospice are Medicare/Medicaid certified, and a preferred provider for most insurance companies to residents of Juab, Sanpete, Millard and South Utah Counties. Remember, when your doctor suggests using home health to assist you in getting better, the agency you use is always the patient’s choice.

CentralValleyMedicalCenter.com

Contact Us Every family deserves the best possible care for their loved ones. PLEASE CALL FOR A FREE, NO-OBLIGATION ASSESSMENT.

435-623-3050

OFFICE HOURS MONDAY - FRIDAY | 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM & SATURDAY & SUNDAY | ON CALL

TH E

ILY

HERA

S H O P P E R

Wednesday, January 13, 2021

BEST O F

UTAH VALLEY AR

S’

2018

P Y R A M I D

TH E

LY H E R ALD

BEST O F

S’

CHOICE

2019

UTAH VALLEY AW

MARINE/ATV

HE R A

THE

UTAH VALLEY AD RE

CHOICE

I DA

I LY

2020 S’

C HO I C E

T H E

STORE

TRACKER

OFF ROAD

Don’t Miss the Boat! Order your 2021 Model today & be ready to go in the spring! Call or come in person & get your order in NOW! 2021 Inventory will be limited

2021 Tahoe 1950 Deck Boat 150 HP ProXS Mercury Outboard

2021 ZV-19 sport 200HP Pro xs, 112v Trolling motor, Hummingbird electronics.

2021 Tracker Targa V19 W/T 150 HP ProXS Mercury Outboard

2021 Regency 250 DL3 250 Verado Mercury Outboard

Starting at $43,395* Starting at $59,985* Starting at $40,440* Starting at $68,910*

Tracker Off Road 300 ATV

Tracker Off Road 570EPS ATV

Tracker Off Road 500S 4x4 Side-by-Side

2020 Tracker Off Road 800XS CREW

500 lb Tow Capacity, 4 stroke w

Electric Power Steering, 1050 Tow Capacity 11” Clearance

1500 Tow Capacity Hard top,

6 Passenger, Trail Kit incl: Hard

Front / Rear Window 10”

Top, Full Windshield,

reverse, Storage Racks

Clearance

Starting at $4523*

Starting at $7423*

Starting at $9835*

Rear Window

Starting at $16,331*

UTAH MARINE STORE 2065 WEST 500 NORTH SPRINGVILLE, UTAH

801-225-6866 • UTAHMARINE.COM MADE IN AMERICA See dealer for details. OAC. Sale items may not be exactly as shown. *Price plus tax, license, prep, freight & dealer options

Wednesday, January 13, 2021

T H E

P Y R A M I D

S H O P P E R

Gov. Cox outlines coronavirus vaccine amid surge BY CONNOR RICHARDS

The Pyramid

Utah Gov. Spencer Cox announced on Friday he will sign an executive order outlining the state’s vaccination rollout for schools and long-term care facilities amid a “post-holiday surge” of coronavirus cases throughout the state. Beginning on Monday, teachers and school faculty will be eligible to receive the vaccine, according to the governor, who during a press conference on Friday encouraged school districts to prioritize teachers and frontline staff “by age and comorbidities.” Additionally, beginning on Jan. 18, anyone aged 70 or older will be eligible to sign up to be vaccinated. Cox, who noted that 40% of Utah’s COVID-19 deaths occur in long-term care facilities, said that, by the end of Friday, vaccines will have been administered at 153 of 353 long-term care facilities in Utah. All 353 facilities will have received the vaccine by Jan. 23. Vaccine distribution in Utah got off to a slow start after Utah and other states received fewer vaccine doses than they had anticipated. As

of Friday, 89,431 vaccine doses have been administered. “It is no secret that every state and just about every country in the world is behind on their distribution of these lifesaving drugs,” the governor said. The state “will also be focusing on vaccination sites in our minority communities,” Cox said, adding that “we must take extra caution not to make the same mistakes we made early in the pandemic without having testing sites available in those areas.” Cox urged Utahns who have tested positive for COVID-19 in the past 90 days to wait to get vaccinated since “we should use that vaccine for people who have not had the virus and do not have any immunity.” “We have to be much more practical about our application of this virus,” the governor said. “While we don’t know how long immunity to the virus lasts after receiving it, we have enough data to show that re-infection is very, very, very rare.” Each of the 13 local health districts in Utah will be responsible for vaccine rollout, which Cox said will each be

COURTESY JEFFREY D. ALLRED, DESERET NEWS

Gov. Spencer Cox speaks at the Utah State Capitol during the weekly COVID-19 press conference in Salt Lake City on Friday. capable of administering between 50,000 and 100,000 vaccine doses per week. “The other reason that this is important is to simplify the understanding of those of us who are going to be getting the vaccine to know where to get that vaccination,” he said. “By doing it by health district, we then base everything on geography. So we don’t have multiple providers, we don’t have people signing up at five

different areas to get the vaccine, which will only clog up the system and make it more difficult to know where and who should be getting it and when they should be getting it.” Lt. Gov. Deidre Henderson said she will be responsible for ensuring that “all of our vaccine doses are administered each week,” adding that she will visit vaccination sites throughout Utah in the com-

ing weeks “to see how vaccine administration is going, to see what state resources are needed, to remove barriers and make sure that there is a smooth administration process of vaccines.” The vaccine rollout plan was introduced amid a surge in coronavirus cases following the December holidays. On Friday, the Utah Department of Health reported 3,793 new cases and a seven-day

positivity rate of 32.7%, an increase from last week’s 26.8% positivity rate, and 92% ICU bed utilization. “Effectively our ICUs across the state are full,” State Epidemiologist Angela Dunn said at the press conference. “This is the spike from our winter holidays. And we’re continuing to be in a very high-risk situation for spread.” Dunn said it is clear that Utahns have “let our guard down” and urged residents to continue wearing masks, staying home and following other public health guidelines. “And there is a lot of excitement about the vaccine, but we need to come together again,” the state epidemiologist said. “We need to focus on what we can do as individuals to protect our hospitals by preventing the spread of COVID.” Cox said on Friday that he does not have any immediate plans to implement additional restrictions or guidelines. Connor Richards covers government, the environment and south Utah County for the Daily Herald. He can be reached at crichards@heraldextra.com and 801-344-2599.

SERVICE DIRECTORY UNIVERSAL STORAGE Intermountain

Specializing in:

NEW ROOFS TEAR OFFS CEDAR SHAKE METAL LEAK REPAIR Located in Ephraim Phone:

Mobile:

(801) 380-3898

(435) 851-7598

Email: alpinesummitroofing@gmail.com

* New buildings * Security Lighting * 24-Hour Access * Clean & Friendly

• Security, Fence, Lightning • 24 hr. Access • Clean Units • Paved Yard

Convenient location south of Wal-Mart in Ephraim

Located 1 mile North of Mt. Pleasant, Hwy 89

435-851-9610

462-3856 Daily

Parish Construction & Property Maintenance • • • • • •

“Get Your Shift in Gear”

Self Storage

NOW RENTING

LICENSED & INSURED REFERENCES AVAILABLE

FHA APPROVED

APPRAISALS!

Call Tom A. Dyches Appraisal Service

(435) 462-2844

For all your transmission and clutch needs Heavy duty Diesel and 4x4 our specialties!

435-436-3499 58 W Main • Moroni

Don’t Pay Contractors Prices! NO JOB TOO BIG NO JOB TOO SMALL

New construction Concrete Fencing Remodeling Excavating Landscaping, Lawn Care

Decks • Garages • Remodel Tile • Vinyl • Carpet • Laminate

Over 20 Years of Experience

(435) 469-0564

For a FREE Estimate, Call Brad at 435-851-0540

You Are Invited to Worship With Us 180 W. Main • Mt. Pleasant • 435-462-2605

BUY ONE, GET ONE

50% OFF HEET® Gas Line Antifreeze HEET linea de gas Anticongelante

Sea Foam® Motor Treatment Sea Foam Tratmiento para el motor

16 oz SEA SF16

HERITAGE

Baptist Church

1045 South Medical Drive, Mt. Pleasant (across the parking lot from Sanpete Valley Hospital)

12 OZ HEE 26201

Sunday Services: 10 & 11 a.m. & 6 p.m. Wednesday Evenings: 6:30 p.m.

Sea Foam High Mileage Motor Treatment

MIX & MATCH

(435) 462-9319

16 oz SEA HM16

O ls e n Monuments

For your convenience, we will come to your home Mention this ad & get 5% off price of stone

Call Steve or Joyce Olsen 283-6344 or 851-0820

NEED A NEW ROOF? Call Vern Akaoula 435-462-2160

ccrooﬁng10@gmail.com

Free Estimates Repairs & Re-Roofs Financing Available

7-yr 6.99% loan available

195 North State • Mt. Pleasant

Spencer & Bonnie Swapp

• Free Estimates • Licensed & Insured Call (435) 427-2544

Home maintenance and repairs.

No job too small! Call us for your next project!

fixthishandyman.com • fixthishandyman@gmail.com

TJ’s Roofing

EUREKA ROOFING

435-469-0393

Quality Roofing at Affordable Prices 21 yrs of Business in Sanpete County & Surrounding Areas

Free Estimates All Types of New Roofing & Repairs Residential & Commercial Call (801) 427-6470

T H E

P Y R A M I D

S H O P P E R

Wednesday, January 13, 2021

SUNDAY DRIVE

Chevrolet has the answer for anyone’s truck needs B The most aweuying a new some part of the Chevrolet Silweek was when the verado these truck arrived at our days could be as home with only 533 difficult as trying miles on the odomto get the perfect CRAIG & DEANNE eter and 588 miles Christmas tree CONOVER to empty. This was for a new home, the first time we got something we had to deal with this year for our a vehicle with less than 1,000 miles on it and that had more real first Christmas in a new miles to go than we could home. But, getting the right truck possibly do in a week with no overnight stay involved. would be another whole orWith only a 22 gallon fuel deal in and of itself, as was proven after our week driving tank, that was a pretty impressive number of miles a new Silverado RST with a to empty, and it surely had Duramax Diesel engine. There are so many different something to do with the ways to get the Silverado that drive out from Denver on the truck. So, it would be a chore it is going to come down to to see if we would even get individual needs and wants, past the halfway point on the quite frankly, but that is a good thing as there should be fuel gauge. After as much driving a truck for most any need. Having the RST with a Du- around Utah Valley as we ramax engine for a week was could, including a trip up to the Standard-Examiner in outstanding as the only way Ogden, we had only gone 300 to get the same amount of toque or towing power would miles and just barely past a half tank of diesel. Impressed be to go with the 6.2 liter, V-8 set up. The difference in is just one way to describe everyday driving mileage be- our feeling for the new Silverado RST. tween these two would be 7 Not only was the gas milemiles per gallon, making the age a great addition, the diesel a very viable option. The diesel version can tow truck really looked great and drove well. It was almost imup to 9,500 pounds and can possible to tell it was a diesel take up to 2,170 pounds in engine as the noise from the the bed. We have to imagine that this would be plenty for truck was so low. However, the power that was available most any weekend advenwas over the top. When we ture for most folk’s needs. Craig had the opportunity to needed a little extra, the Silverado was more than happy tow various trailers, and the to comply heaviest loaded with sound A big new addition to this gear is right around 9,000 year’s Silverado line will be pounds. We didn’t have the chance the Mult-Flex tailgate, which to put a trailer on the back of was developed for the GMC the new Silverado but would line of trucks a couple of think, with the diesel engine, years ago. At the time, they didn’t know if it would ever the gas mileage would not be available on the Silverado, change much.

The new 2021 Chevrolet Silverado would make a great addition to anyones driveway. at all. We love this tailgate as it is so functional, especially as a work bench, without opening the entire tailgate, and it becomes a step into the truck, if needed. The step will also fold up with the tailgate down to allow for longer items, such as boards, that will now not fall out on the way home from the hardware store. Inside, our test ride had been upgraded with the AllStar Edition Plus package ( an about $2,100 addition) that added the larger eight-inch infotainment screen along with wireless Apple Car-

Play and Android Auto. This theme seems to be something on every manufactures radar this year, and we love it. It is so much nicer to just climb into a vehicle and have our phones hook and function just as they would if we were sitting in an office or at home. Other additions that came with the All-Star package included cargo bed power outlets, a Bose premium audio system, two extra USB ports and an SD card reader, and painted wheels that really gave the Silverado a standout look on the road. We also had our first real

snowfall during the week that gave us the unique chance to test out the fourwheel drive around town as about four inches had piled up on the roads Saturday morning. Even after loading up the snow blower to take to Craig’s mothers house, the truck performed without a hiccup, trudging through the wintery weather wish ease. This turned out to be a great day to be out in a new truck with four-wheel drive, as the snow continued to come down until mid-afternoon. Having the included heated seats and heated

steering wheel were also great additions for the ride. Even though this was not the most exclusive version of the Silverado, we found it to be very comfortable and easy to drive, and most importantly, very affordable for a diesel powered truck. This was a goal of Chevrolet to keep their trucks completive and affordable to all. A job well done, and with all the choices in the market, it would certainly be worthwhile to take the new Silverado for ride if looking for a new truck. Base Price: $46,500 Price as Driven: $56,950

801-326-0754

WITH FREE IN-HOME ESTIMATE!t ALL PARTICIPANTS WHO ATTENO AN ESTIMATED fi0-90 MINUTE IN-HOME PRODUCT CONSULTATION WILL RECEIVE A $2S GIFT CARD. RETAIL VALUE IS $25. OFFER SPONSORED BY LEAFGUARD HOLDINGS INC. LIMIT ONE PER HOUSEHOLD. COMPANY PROCURES, SELLS, AND INSTALLS SEAMLESS GUTTER PROTECTION. THIS OFFER IS VALID FOR HOMEOWNERS OVER 18YEARS Of AGE. If MARRIED OR INVOLVED WITH A LIFE PARTNER, BOTH COHABITATING PERSONS MUST ATTEND AND COMPLETE PRESENTATION TOGETHER. PARTICIPANTS MUST HAVE A PHOTO ID, BE ABLE TO UNDERSTAND ENGLISH, AND BE LEGALLY ABLE TO ENTER INTO A CONTRACT. THE FOLLOWING PERSONS ARE NOT ELIGIBLE FORTH IS OFFER: EMPLOYEES Of COMPANY OR AFFILIATED COMPANIES OR ENTITIES, THEIR IMMEDIATE FAMILY MEMBERS, PREVIOUS PARTICIPANTS IN A COMPANY IN-HOME CONSULTATION WITHIN THE PAST 12 MONTHS AND ALL CURRENT AND FORMER COMPANY CUSTOMERS. GIFT MAY NOT BE EXTENDED, TRANSFERRED, OR SUBSTITUTEO EXCEPT THAT COMPANY MAY SUBSTITUTE A GIFT Of EQUAL OR GREATER VALUE If IT DEEMS IT NECESSARY. GIFT CARD WILL BE MAILED TO THE PARTICIPANT VIA FIRST CLASS UNITED STATES MAIL OR E-MAILED WITHIN 30DAYS OF RECEIPT OFTHE PROMOTION FORM. NOTVALID IN CONJUNCTION WITH ANY OTHER PROMOTION OR DISCOUNT Of ANY KIND. OFFER NOT SPONSORED OR PROMOTED BY DARDEN AND IS SUBJECT TO CHANGE WITHOUT NOTICE PRIOR TO RESERVATION. EXPIRES 1/31/21 ... 0N PURCHASES WITH YOUR SYNCHRONY BANK CREDIT CARD. INTEREST WILL BE CHARGED TO YOUR ACCOUNT FROM THE PURCHASE DATE If THE PROMOTIONAL PURCHASE IS NOT PAID IN FULL WITHIN 12 MONTHS. $29 ACCOUNT ACTIVATION FEE WILL APPLY. FIXED MONTHLY PAYMENTS REQUIRED EQUAL TO 25% OFT HE HIGHEST BALANCE APPLICABLETOTHIS PROMO PURCHASE UNTIL PAID IN FULL OFFER APPLIES ONLYTO SINGLE-RECEIPT QUALIFYING PURCHASES. NO MONTHLY INTEREST WILL BE CHARGED ON THE PROMO PURCHASE If YOU PAY THE PROMO PURCHASE AMOUNT IN FULL IWITHIN12 MONTHS]. If YOU DO NOT, MONTHLY INTEREST WILL BE CHARGED ON THE PROMO PURCHASE FROM THE PURCHASE DATE. FIXED MONTHLY PAYMENTS ARE REQUIRED EQUAL TO 2S%0FTHE HIGHEST BALANCE APPLICABLETOTHIS PROMO PURCHASE UNTIL PAID IN FULL THE FIXED MONTHLY PAYMENTWILL BE ROUNDED TO THE NEXT HIGHEST WHOLE DOLLAR AND MAY BE HIGHERTHAN THE MINIMUM PAYMENT THAT WOULD BE REQUIRED If THE PURCHASE WAS A NON-PROMOTIONAL PURCHASl DEPENDING ON PURCHASE AMOUNT, PROMOTION LENGTH AND PAYMENT ALLOCATION, THE REQUIRED MINIMUM MONTHLY PAYMENTS MAY OR MAY NOT PAY Off PURCHASE BY END Of PROMOTIONAL PERIOD. REGULAR ACCOUNT TERMS APPLY TO NON-PROMOTIONAL PURCHASES AND, AFTER PROMOTION ENDS, TO PROMOTIONAL PURCHASE, EXCEPTTHATTHE FIXED MONTHLY PAYMENTWILL CONTINUETO BE REQUIRED UNTIL THE PROMOTION IS PAID IN FULL FOR NEW ACCOUNTS: PURCHASE APR IS 26.99% MINIMUM INTEREST CHARGE IS $2. ONE· TIME ACCOUNT ACTIVATION f EE Of $29 CHARGED ATTIME f IRS! PURCHASE POSTS TO ACCOUNT. EXISTING CARDHOLDERS SHOULD SEETHEIR CREDIT CARD AGREEMENT FOR THEIR APPLICABLE TERMS. SUBJECTTO CREDIT APPROVAL. EXPIRES 1/31/21.LEAFGUARD OPERATES AS LEAFGUARD OF UTAH IN UTAH UNDER REGISTRATION NUMBER UT 11650889-5501. ►

Wednesday, January 13, 2021

T H E

P Y R A M I D

S H O P P E R

ELECTION OF PRESIDENT BIDEN

Pro-Trump protesters gather at Utah Capitol BY RYNE WILLIAMS AND CONNOR RICHARDS

The Pyramid

As violent protesters were smashing windows, breaking into the U.S. Capitol and even entering the Senate chambers, people at the Utah State Capitol gathered peacefully to air concerns over voter fraud, COVID-19 and more. Here’s what happened throughout the day with a focus on Utah’s elected officials and their responses to the events in Washington, D.C. and Salt Lake City.

Washington, D.C.

As Utahns were gathering at the State Capitol in Salt Lake City on Wednesday, a mob of President Donald Trump’s supporters in Washington, D.C. stormed the U.S. Capitol. The protesters tore down metal barricades at the bottom of the Capitol’s steps and pushed past officers holding shields, The Associated Press reported, and lawmakers inside the House chamber were told to put on gas masks as tear gas was fired in the Rotunda. The D.C. National Guard was deployed on Wednesday afternoon. One woman was shot in the Capitol and later died, according to The Washington Post. In a video posted from inside his Capitol office, U.S. Rep. John Curtis, R-Utah, said “those of us that are in the Capitol and in our offices are feeling safe and secure, even though there’s quite a bit of turmoil on the outside” and called the situation “totally inappropriate.” “It’s not who we are. We’re better than this,” said Curits. “And please let’s use all of our influence to tone this down and get back to reasonable debate. And I think we can then move forward as we need to do as a country.” Utah Republican Rep. Burgess Owens said that he and his team were safe but that he was “deeply saddened by what is happening right now.” “Americans are better than this,” Owens wrote on Twitter. “Senseless violence is NEVER okay. We have to do better.” “Protesters who are breaking windows, threatening violence, and accosting police are behaving inexcusably,” wrote Rep. Chris Stewart, R-Utah. “It is un-American. This must stop now!” Owens and Stewart are among the Republicans in Congress that opposed ratifying the Electoral College vote and contend without evidence that Trump won the presidential election. Sen. Mike Lee, R-Utah, called the violence at the Capitol “completely unacceptable” and said it “is time for the protesters to disperse,” while Republican Utah Rep. Blake Moore said the protest “saddens & troubles me greatly.” In a written statement, former Sen. Orin Hatch, R-Utah, wrote that “without any pause, caveat, or equivocation, I condemn the riots taking place at the US Capitol.” “The Capitol symbolizes the beating heart of American democracy,” Hatch wrote. “It’s where we convene in the spirit of civility and compromise to hash out our greatest differences and move legislation forward. The lawless incursion on our Capitol is both a physical and spiritual attack on an institution I love — an institution I spent more than four decades protecting.” In a video posted to Twitter on Wednesday afternoon, Trump told the protesters that he understood they were hurting because “we had an election that was stolen from us,” adding that “it was a landslide election and everyone knows it, espe-

cially the other side.” “But you have to go home now,” the president said. “We have to have peace. We have to have law and order, we have to respect our great people in law and order. We don’t want anyone hurt.” Sen. Mitt Romney, R-Utah, called what happened at the Capitol “an insurrection, incited by the President of the United States.” “Those who choose to continue to support his dangerous gambit by objecting to the results of a legitimate, democratic election will forever be seen as complicit in an unprecedented attack against our democracy,” Romney said in a written statement. “They will be remembered for their role in this shameful episode in American history. That will be their legacy.”

Utah State Capitol

Protesters began gathering at the Utah State Capitol building on Wednesday morning holding signs about alleged voter fraud, the COVID-19 pandemic and other Republican representatives who “turned their backs on Donald Trump.” The scene on Wednesday afternoon included many armed protesters and even some, “patrolling,” around the Capitol as the gathering went on. When asked if they were security guards, one responded, “We are kind of like security.” Throughout the gathering, many people walked onto the steps of the Capitol to address the crowd. One of them talked about people viewing him as a conspiracy theorist, adding that, “the only conspiracy is what mainstream media is telling you.” Another addressed the Republican senators who did not support President Trump and his claims of voter fraud, calling Mike Pence a “traitor.” At the end of the speech, the person speaking about potential election fraud, added that “we are now officially a communist country.” During the protest, Utah House Republicans were meeting at the University of Utah, according to Utah Republican Representative Cory Maloy from Lehi. “I support the rights of the people to peacefully gather, address grievances and protest,”

RICK BOWMER, ASSOCIATED PRESS

People attend a rally in support of President Donald Trump on Wednesday, Jan. 6, in Salt Lake City. Maloy said in a text about the protests in Salt Lake City and the nation’s Capitol. “It’s the American way. I disapprove of violence, vandalism and mayhem in any form in our towns and cities, including at our state and national Capitols. I am dismayed at what we have witnessed and endured today, and last spring and summer. Please, exercise and promote peace and order.” Many reports came out that the Capitol was evacuated out of precaution on Wednesday but a tweet from the Utah Highway Patrol confirmed on Twitter that there was a mandatory evacuation. However, employees were offered an early work release at 2 p.m. and many took advantage of that, according to the Utah Highway Patrol. “I encourage people to exercise that right to peaceably assemble, peaceably come together to make your voice heard, but we must condemn in the strongest of terms, violence, personal attacks, the non-peaceful use of people’s voice,” Cox said. “Fortunately the protesters here in the state of Utah have been mostly peaceful.” He went on to encourage those considering joining the protest to do so, but do so, “the right way.” This included avoiding vio-

lence or property destruction and gathering in a respectful manner. “I want to thank our first responders, Highway Patrol, Salt Lake City Police Department and other public service officials who are protecting the state’s Capitol and making sure that everyone is safe at these

Painting On The Side Paint - Painting inside or out. Any kind of remodeling. Call Juan Vazquez at (435) 469-0095.

Legal Notices DEPARTMENT OF HOMELAND SECURITY FEDERAL EMERGENCY MANAGEMENT AGENCY Proposed Flood Hazard Determinations for the City of Ephraim and Unincorporated Areas of Sanpete County, Utah, Case No. 20-08-0461P. The Department of Homeland Security’s Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) solicits technical information or comments on proposed flood hazard determinations for the Flood Insurance Rate Map (FIRM), and where applicable, the Flood Insurance Study (FIS) report for your community. These flood hazard determinations may include the addition or modification of Base Flood Elevations, base flood depths, Special Flood Hazard Area boundaries or zone designations, or the regulatory floodway. The FIRM and, if applicable, the FIS report have been revised to reflect these flood hazard determinations through issuance of a Letter of Map Revision (LOMR), in accordance with Title 44, Part 65 of the Code of Federal Regulations. These determinations are the basis for the floodplain management measures that your community is required to adopt or show evidence of having in effect to qualify or remain qualified for participation in the National Flood Insurance Program. For more information on the proposed flood hazard determinations and information on the statutory 90-day period provided for appeals, please visit FEMA’s website at www.fema.gov/plan/prevent/fhm/bfe, or call the FEMA Map Information eXchange (FMIX) toll free at 1-877-FEMA MAP (1-877-336-2627).

Legal Notice 6542 Published in Pyramid on January 14, 21, 2021

SHOWTIMES FOR: JAN 15 - 21

SOUTHTOWNE THEATRE 1 & 2 687 s. Main, Ephraim 283-6121

southtownetheatre.com

“WONDER WOMAN 1984” - PG-13

Delinquent Assessment 2020

Gal Gadot, Chris Pine

Playing Nightly: 5:45

8:45

Playing Nightly: 6:30

9:00

Saturday Matinee: 4:00

Saturday Matinee: 2:45

TOWNE THEATRE 21 n. Main, Ephraim 283-4711

ephraimtownetheatre.com

-MOVIES TEMPORARILY SUSPENDED-

BASIN DRIVE-IN

680 n. State st., Mt. Pleasant 462-2712

basindriveintheatre.com Closed for season!

ALL THEATRES CLOSED SUNDAY