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SPRING CITY — Friends of Historic Spring City will host the annual Spring City Heritage Day, on Saturday, May 23.

Due to COVID-19, the customary day of home tours and art sales in charming historic Spring City cannot be held. Instead, a fun virtual event has been planned that will include a wonderful Art Squared auction, virtual 3D home tours and a few live-streamed musical performances and guided home tours.

Spring City leads the way in historic preservation and restoration in Utah. The entire town was designated a national historic district in the late 1970s, and since that time, over 60 local, historic structures have been lovingly restored. Spring City, today, is widely considered the best preserved example of a 19th Century Pioneer village in the entire country.

This preservation includes the beautiful Old Spring City School, which, after nearly 40 years of persistent effort, was completed in 2017. The building is now known as the Spring City Community Center (SCCC), and has become the crowning jewel of Spring City’s restoration

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The annual “Art Squared Auction” will be held online this year at friendsofhistoricspringcity.org during Spring City Heritage Day Saturday, May 23. Due to COVID-19 the physical home tour and auction had to be cancelled but will go forward online. (Photo courtesy of Heidi Simmons) efforts.

A virtual 3D tour will be available of the Old School, by referring to social media sites such as Facebook: Friends of Historic Spring City or on the web atfriendsofhistoricspringcity.org.

The annual “Art Squared” silent auction will be held online, with many previews of the art on Facebook

and Instagram: @freindsofhistoricspringcity accounts. Patrons will be able to bid online for one-foot square paintings by well-known Spring City artists, including M’Lisa Paulsen, Cassandria Parsons, Lee Bennion, Susan Gallacher, Kathleen Peterson, Lynn Farrar, Ken Baxter, and others.

Additional works by these, and other well-known Utah artists, will also be

One of the homes featured on the virtual Heritage Day Home Tour on Saturday, May 23 in Spring City was built using polished oolite stone, the same stone used in the historic Spring City Chapel that belongs to The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints. (Photo courtesy of Heidi Simmons) on sale at friendsofhistoricsrpingcity.org.

Spring City is just off Highway 89, between Mt. Pleasant and Ephraim.

As pandemic precautions allow, come for a visit, take a leisurely walk while viewing wonderfully preserved pioneer architecture, visit the Spring City Arts Gallery and eat at wonder-

ful local restaurants.

The local Daughters of Utah Pioneers chapter has several guides for sale with information on historic structures available at their museum located on Main Street.

For more information contact Ann Stucki (812) 345-3928, annstucki@ yahoo.com.

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Eddie Cox, president of CentraCom (left) presented a donation check to Aaron Wood, Chief Executive Officer, Intermountain Sanpete Valley Hospital. The two playfully greet each other with an elbow bump.

Donations were from CentraCom employees matched by the company.

Brad Welch, CentraCom Corporate Operations Officer, presents a donation check to Kristen Wilson, principal, at Spectrum Academy Elementary School in Pleasant Grove gratefully receives a donation check. The school teaches autistic children and many Sanpete County students attend.

CentraCom donates over $70,000 to local schools, charities, foundations FAIRVIEW — CentraCom recently announced the donation of over $70,000 to local school districts, charitable organizations, and medical foundations.

Each year, CentraCom employees donate a portion of their salaries to personally selected charitable organizations. And CentraCom matches the contributions to the same organization on their behalf. And during this time of uncertainty for the health and well-being of the community and the education of students, the employees of CentraCom have chosen to donate to entities on the front-line of service in this community. The donations have been sent to the school districts served by CentraCom, to local and statewide medical foundations and hospitals, and senior adult nursing services.

Eddie Cox, president of CentraCom, said: “We want to support the community in these trying times and appreciate the dedication of each CentraCom employee to serve in our communities. We hope these donated funds will help each organization continue the great cause they are accomplishing.”

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MT. PLEASANT — Central Utah Public Health Department (CUPHD) reported 29 cases of COVID-19 in the Six County area of Juab, Millard, Piute, Sanpete, Sevier and Wayne.

This week, CUPHD reported eight cases in Juab, with all eight recovered; Millard, six cases, one was hospitalized, now recovering at home, five recovered; Piute, one case; Sanpete, six cases, five recovered, one was hospitalized, now recovering at home; and Sevier with eight cases, seven recovered. Wayne County has no reported cases.

There were three cases in the 15-24 age group; 11 in the 25-44 age group; seven in the 45-64 age group; six in the 65-84 age group and only one case in the 85+ age group. There are no cases in the less than one or one-14 age groups.

As of press time, there have been 2,273 people tested in the Six County area.

MP recreation cancels baseball, softball season

Faylyn Catmull, CentraCom Community Development Director, (left) presents a donation check to Nan Ault, North Sanpete High School Principal.

In response to the COVID-19 pandemic and the challenges that many have faced, CentraCom pledged to the Keep Americans Connected Initiative that ensures people do not lose their broadband or telephone connectivity as a result of these exceptional circumstances. And as the students were released from schools to continue their education with online learning, CentraCom connected over 400 homes at no charge for the remainder of the school year.

“We have received a tremendous

Faylyn Catmull, CentraCom Community Development Director, (right) presents Kent Larsen, South Sanpete School District Superintendent a donation check from employees and the company.

response from school administrators, teachers and parents,” said Nate Palmer, vice-president, Marketing of CentraCom. All of the local high schools are working to provide graduation ceremonies that will adhere to health requirements and give the graduates the recognition they deserve.

Virtual and “drive-up” graduation ceremonies are planned. The CentraCom Local 10 streaming service will be streaming the graduation ceremonies for all of the public high

schools in Sanpete, Sevier, Millard and Juab counties.

About CentraCom CentraCom is the DBA of Central Utah Telephone Inc. which was founded in 1903 as the first Independent rural telephone company in Utah. Today, Central Utah Telephone, Inc., including subsidiaries and affiliates, provide broadband data transport, telecommunications, video, and other services to significant portions of rural and metropolitan Utah.

MT. PLEASANT — The Recreation Department of Mt. Pleasant City appreciates the patience and understanding of participants as they attempt to explore answers on how to host the traditional summer programs this year.

Due to the complexities of COVID-19, Mt. Pleasant City, along with the surrounding communities in Sanpete County, have decided to cancel this year’s baseball and softball season. This decision was not taken lightly and is intended to ensure the overall safety and health of program participants and families during these unique times. The department feels with the current and future restrictions in place, until Utah reaches the “New Normal” stage to adequately and Please see CANCELS, Page A14

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The Gardener’s Corner A great investment for today

BY RON MANN

Based on the time in which we live, it would not only be wise but a great investment in construction of a vegetable garden. Repeatedly during the past eight or more weeks, many experts have warned that in the immediate future we are headed for a serious shortage of food.

I believe it is time to take their advice seriously and start preparing for that eventuality.

There are many wonderful and nutritious vegetables that can be planted and stored. I will discuss some of them later in this article, but for now I want to talk about gardens. Generally the soil dictates the type of garden that you should plant.

Since this article is intended for this county, I recommend that you build a “Grow Bed.” It is easy to build and can produce a wonderful crop of vegetables this year. Obviously a grow bed can be built out of wood, metal, old tractor tires, or concrete blocks.

For the best results, I recommend a concrete block grow bed four feet wide and 12 feet long. Why concrete? For several important reasons: first it will last lots longer than a wooden bed, second the concrete holds the heat and releases it in the evening, and lastly in can be easily moved if necessary. (I suggest you check KSL Classifieds and local newspapers for used blocks).

The block bed will provide you with the ability to protect your crop from birds, deer, rabbits and other animals as well as the weather. (See attached drawing) All the other grow beds work and will also provide you with very desirable vegetables, but for my money I still recommend the concrete block method.

You start by deciding where you want to build your grow bed. For the best results, it should be facing south and the bed running east to west. That way it will receive the greatest amount of sunshine.

Next, lay out your blocks (it will require 24 blocks, three on the ends and eight on the sides (See attached drawing). After you have leveled the blocks, dig out approximately 6-8 inches of dirt in the bottom and then lay pieces of damp cardboard on the bottom and then fill in with old logs, limbs, boards, wood chips, etc. (See attached drawing) Leave about six-eight inches for the dirt.

The cardboard, logs, limbs, wood chips, etc. will, within three-to-four years provide beautiful compost and most importantly a home for the greatest friend of the gardener – the worm.

For best result, I recommend you borrow or rent a cement mixer. Start by shoveling eight shovels of the dirt you dugout, eight shovels of sand and eight-10 shovels of compost and four

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shovels of aged cow or chicken manure.

Thoroughly mix together and then dump it in the grow bed. Continue doing this until your grow bed is full.

This will provide you with an incredible soil that will grow any vegetable – this year and many years thereafter. It makes weeding very quick and easy, provides the healthiest and very best vegetables possible.

Now buy or make seven, 24 inch long ½” rebar stakes. Place as shown on drawing. Next place ten feet long ½” PVC pipe over each of the ½” rebar stakes, thus forming a half loop over your grow bed. Now place a ½” by approximately 4’ PVC pipe over the rebar. Screw each of the loops into the PVC pipe that runs underneath the loops. (See attached drawing) This completed, you now cut a piece of six mil plastic and lay it over the loops (it will be approximately 12’ x 12’) and secure it with the clips illustrated on drawing. I recommend using the “Tufflite” which will last for at least eight years. You now have a weather and animal proof grow bed, for about $125. It will probably outlast all of us. Because of the importance of composting I intend to write an article on that subject next time.

There are a variety of vegetables,

some can be stored for up to six to eight months, others you need to eat within a few days. It is probably wise to plant both.

I suggest you plant 2/3 of vegetables that can be stored and 1/3 to eat as they ripen.

The best vegetables for storage are squash, pumpkins, potatoes, carrots, cabbage, turnips, and Jerusalem Artichokes. All others should be eaten when ripe. A great system for storing your vegetables is the one used by our pioneers.

The pioneers simply dug a trench (size is dependent on quantity of vegetables to be stored) four feet wide and from 5-8 feet long and 4 feet deep. Place some limbs on the bottom and then add 6 to 8 inches of leaves or straw. Then add a layer of vegetable and another layer of leaves or straw and continue this until about six inches from the top of the trench is reached, then cover it with six to eight inches of leaves or straw. Place a wood cover over the top, then lay canvas on top of that and cover with leaves and straw and then cover with dirt.

I have done this for the past three years and have taken the vegetables out on the 4th of March. To this date I have only lost four squash. If necessary, the trench could be open as often as you like during the winter months. Monetary cost for a trench is zero.

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I don’t anticipate much humor in what I’m writing today. But, who knows?

Sometimes I surprise myself.

Maybe I’ll surprise myself right now and end the suspense.

A few smiles for the times we’re living in that I stole off the web: 1) “Due to the quarantine…

I’ll only be telling inside jokes.”

2) “I’ll tell you a coronavirus joke now, but you’ll have to wait two weeks to see if you got it.”

3) “What do you tell yourself when you wake up late for work and realize you have a fever? Self, I so late.”

4) “Finland just closed its borders. You know what that means. No one will be crossing the finish line.”

5 “I ran out of toilet paper and had to start using old newspapers. Times are rough.”

6) Why do they call it the novel Coronavirus? It’s a long story…”

So… What’s been on my mind? Confusion has been on my mind. Life is getting weirder and weirder. I hear a phrase publicized and repeated over and over: “We’re all in this together.”

It’s true in a way. We all have to deal with the restrictions that our governmental agencies have put into place.

They’re the same restrictions and guidelines for everyone.

But, people are treating them differently.

Some believe that the restrictions and recommendations are legitimate and should be followed. And others, a rising number, it would seem, think that it’s time to “reclaim their freedom.” Some of these folks are hoisting up “Don’t Tread on Me” flags and defying governmental orders.

You’ve seen these “rebels” on television. Social distancing? Boloney! Full speed ahead with life. Some business owners have pushed the limits and are opening completely back to normal despite threats from government.

Various people in my own circle of friends and family have various viewpoints on how life should be lived right now. I’ve been in a couple of situations where I’ve looked like the odd, paranoid, wacky, old guy because I didn’t join in with hand shaking and up close and personal conversation. I guess the reason I don’t join in yet with that is because I’m an odd, paranoid, wacky, old guy.

I don’t know exactly what’s right or wrong in how we should be approaching the COVID-19 problem. Events continue to be cancelled as time goes on, including my 50-year high school reunion in Richfield. The plan now is to have a 50+1 reunion next year. Some of us have taken a “solemn pledge” on Facebook to do our utmost to stay alive until July 2021.

There are people who be-

MANTI — Activities on the port are as follows: tion of a minor. Bail was set at was arrested on Hwy 89 by May 11 $40,000. the Sanpete County SherSanpete County booking reBrandie K. McClain, Manti, Crystal Dawn Givens, Mo- iff’s Office on a Sixth District was arrested in Manti by the roni, was arrested in Mo- Court Warrant. Bail was set at Sanpete County Sheriff’s Of- roni by the Moroni Police $5,000.

May 16 fice on a Sixth District Court Department on charges of 72-hour hold, two counts of Sanction. No bail was set.

Shane Robert Hardy, Manti, 86 West Main Mt. Pleasant, UT 86447 Andres Mario Valencia, possession or use of a con- was arrested in Manti by the Centerfield, was arrested on trolled substance, interfering Sanpete County Sheriff’s OfAn edition of Hwy 89 Milepost 251 by the with arresting officer, assault fice on charges of criminal The Daily Herald Sanpete County Sheriff’s Of- against a peace officer and a mischief and domestic vioSubscriptions and fice on the charge of DUI. Bail Sixth District Court Warrant. lence in presence of a child.

Delivery Service ....801-375-5103 was set at $1,460.

Bail was set at $18,310.

Bail was set at $3,900.

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Brennan Kayden Russell, Adam Jeffery McDermaid, address changes to the Pyramid, 86 West May 12 Moroni, was arrested in Mo- Delta, was arrested in 12 Main Street, Stephen Sage Kennedy, roni by the Sanpete County Mile Canyon by the Sanpete Mt. Pleasant, Utah 84647 Ephraim, was arrested in Sheriff’s Office on charges of County Sheriff’s Office on Member: Ephraim by the Ephraim Po- assault and child abuse. Bail charges of assault and domesAudit Bureau of Circulations lice Department on charges of was set at $3,900. tic violence in presence of a NEWS four counts of sexual exploitaChristine Casimir, Aurora, child. Bail was set at $13,650.

We welcome news tips. Call 435-462-2134 to report a news tip, or if you have a comment or a question. We welcome letters to the editor.

Receipts: 548; last week: 658; 700-800 lbs 105.00-126.50; 800All letters must include feeder steers: lower; feeder heifers: 900 lbs 97.50-121.00; 900-1000 lbs author’s name (printed lower. Holstein steers: scarce; slaugh- 92.50-110.50; 1000 lbs 86.00-103.00.

AND signed) and a phone number. We reserve the right ter bulls: higher.

Holstein steers: scarce. to edit letters for clarity, Feeder heifers: medium and large Feeder steers: 200-300 lbs scarce; punctuation, taste and Prices for Salina Producers Live- 300-400 lbs scarce; 400-500 lbs frame 1-2: 200-300 lbs scarce; 300length. Letters are welcome stock Auction held May 12 are as fol- 138.00-157.00; 500-600 lbs 120.50- 400 lbs scarce; 400-500 lbs 126.00on any topic. lows: 145.00; 600-700 lbs 115.00-140.00; 135.00; 500-600 lbs 112.00-132.00;

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lieve that the corona virus has originated in some sort of conspiracy situation.

Some say that it’s not real. I don’t know. Maybe I’ll adopt one of the many theories and end my confusion.

The internet is rampant with conspiracy theories.

One says that Bill Gates is involved. Some say that he wants to vaccinate the world’s population and implant digital microchips.

Another theory is that COVID-19 was created as a biological weapon. Then there’s the one that purports that 5G cell phone networks spread the disease. That seems really “out there” to me. Even so, there have been people attempt to set fire to cellphone towers because of it. There are lots of theories out there.

The whole situation is driving me bats. And, of course, bats may play into the COVID-19 story. According to the National Park Service, there are 1,300 species of bats around the world. A similar virus to COVID-19 has been found in Horseshoe Bats in China, but the true origin of the virus is still unknown according to the NPS website. None of the 47 species of bats in the national park system has been found to carry a similar virus.

What I’m hoping for right now, I guess, is that we cut each other some slack. I hope that we can be patient with each other’s theories. We need to try to respect each other’s way of dealing with life right now. Let’s be civil in a civilized society.

Speaking of being civilized, I’m reminded of Ira Byock, a physician, who has written books about quality of life and “dying well.” He related the following little story about the late Margaret Mead, who was famous when I was in college.

“Years ago, anthropologist Margaret Mead was asked by a student what she considered to be the first sign of civilization in a culture. The student expected Mead to talk about fishhooks or clay pots or grinding stones.

But no. Mead said that the first sign of civilization in an ancient culture was a femur (thighbone) that had been broken and then healed. Mead explained that in the animal kingdom, if you break your leg, you die. You cannot run from danger, get to the river for a drink or hunt for food. You are meat for prowling beasts. No animal survives a broken leg long enough for the bone to heal.

A broken femur that has healed is evidence that someone has taken time to stay with the one who fell, has bound up the wound, has carried the person to safety and has tended the person through recovery. Helping someone else through difficulty is where civilization starts, Mead said. “We are at our best when we serve others. Be civilized.”

600-700 lbs 108.00-119.00; 700-800 lbs 95.00-110.00; 800-900 lbs 87.00106.00; 900-1300 lbs 78.00-92.00; heiferettes: scarce.

Bred cows: scarce.

Cows: 56.75-70.85.

Cutting bulls: 90.25-100.75 Slaughter bulls: 79.75-89.75.

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Sanpete County community calendar

Alcoholics anonymous Group meets every week at the following locations and times: Sundays, 10 a.m., upstairs in Mt. Pleasant Recreation Center; 10 N. State, Mt. Pleasant (also Wednesdays at 8 p.m. at this location); Mondays, 8 p.m., Central Utah Counseling Center, 390 W. 100 N, Ephraim (also Thursdays at 8 p.m. at this location).

Anyone interested in Alanon/ Alateen fellowship for those whose lives have been affected by alcoholic behavior are encouraged to contact Sam at (435) 262-1188.

American veterans All eligible veterans are encouraged to join and attend the appropriate post meeting as follows: Veterans of Foreign Wars Post 9276 of North Sanpete meets the first Tuesday of each month at 7:30 p.m., at 50 North 100 West, Mt. Pleasant.

American Legion Post 4 of Mt. Pleasant meets the third Tuesday of each month at 6:30 p.m., at the Utah National Guard Armory, 525 West 1000 South, Mt. Pleasant.

Disabled veterans Disabled American Veterans provides free van transportation to the George E. Wahlen Medical Center in Salt Lake City for veterans with medical appointments from Richfield and Sanpete County. DAV is currently seeking more drivers.

For more information, contact the DAV Hospital Coordinator at (800) 613-4012 ext. 2003.

DUP Anyone interested in joining or visiting local camps of the Daughters of Utah Pioneers (DUP) is encouraged to contact any DUP member or visit www.isdup.org.

Employment help Department of Workforce Services (DWS), Manti, is offering free resume writing and interview skills workshops.

Resume writing workshops are held every Tuesday, and interview skills workshops are held on Wednesdays. Contact DWS office for times at (435) 835-0731.

Fairview museum Fairview Museum of History and Art is displayed in two buildings and grounds featuring many historical artifacts, sculptures, paintings, antique machinery and a locally found mammoth. Winter hours are 12 noon-4 p.m., Thursday thru Saturday or by appointment.

Call the museum (435) 4279216, or send email to fvmuseum@cut.net.

FG library Serving the communities of Fountain Green, Moroni, Wales and Chester. Internet, computer, printer and TV available. Tuesdays, Preschool story time at 1 p.m., Story hour for ages 4-12, from 3-4 p.m.

Adult book club meets at 1 p.m.

the fourth Thursday of each month. For book club information, call Mary Smith (435) 445-3597. Library hours: Tuesdays thru Thursdays, 1-5 p.m., at Fountain Green City Hall, 260 West 100 North.

Mental health services Sanpete Valley Hospital offers Mental Health Services for individuals who are under or uninsured, including outpatient counseling, medication assistance, and medication management. Call Sanpete Valley Hospital at (435) 4622441 to see if you qualify.

MatchingDonors.com 22 Americans die each day waiting for organ transplants, most of them for kidneys.

MatchingDonors.com, a 501c3 nonprofit organization, is helping to change that by linking organ donors with people in desperate need of kidneys and other transplants. And now, it’s not necessary to donate a kidney to save a life. Donors can donate a boat, car or real estate, with 100 percent of the proceeds going to help save lives of people needing organ transplants. Visit matchingdonors.com or call (800) 3850422.

MP library An original Carnegie library serving Mt. Pleasant City and surrounding areas. Preschool story time on Mondays at 11:15 a.m. Home School story time on Mon-

days at 1 p.m. Bedtime story time on third Thursday each month at 6 p.m., come in PJs and bring blanket if desired.

Teen Advisory Council Of Students (TACOS) meets first Thursday of month at 4 p.m., TACOS book club meets second Thursday each month at 4 p.m. Book club for adults meets the fourth Wednesday of each month at 9:30 a.m., Adult writer’s club meets third Tuesday each month at 5 p.m., Teen writer’s club meets first Thursday each month at 4 p.m., Library hours: Mondays 11 a.m.-5 p.m.; Tuesday-Thursday 11 a.m.-7 p.m.; Friday 11 a.m.-5 p.m.; Saturday 11 a.m.-3 p.m. For more information, call (435) 4623240, or visit Mt. Pleasant City Library, 24 East Main, Mt. Pleasant.

MP senior center Mt. Pleasant Senior Citizen Center, 101 East 100 North, offers rental space for events and social gatherings. For more information, call Linda Jarman at (435) 262-0380 or Loyce Schuhmann at (435) 469-2026.

NAMI NOTE: All NAMI meetings, as listed below, have been temporarily suspended in compliance with Intermountain Healthcare’s COVID-19 prevention policy until further notice.

National Alliance on Mental

Illness (NAMI) support groups are a free resource providing support for individuals with mental health issues and their family and loved ones. Find strength with others who understand.

Connection Recovery Group is for adults with mental health conditions. Gain insight and hope from experiences and successes of others, be heard and know you are valued.

Meetings are on first and third Thursday of each month from 7-8:30 p.m., 1050 South Medical Drive, Mt. Pleasant, next to Therapy West.

Family Support Group is for family, friends and caregivers of individuals with mental health concerns. Find hope, support and have your voice heard with compassion and understanding. Gain insight through shared experiences.

Meetings are on first and third Thursday of each month from 7-8:30 p.m., in the Sanpete Valley Hospital cafeteria, 1100 South Medical Drive, Mt. Pleasant.

Narconon Many people would find this very surprising, but Soma abuse is actually very common and being prescribed by tons of pain management clinics. Be cautious of the effects this medication could have on you or someone else. A person abusing Soma also builds a tolerance and dependence for

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the drug. In a study of 20 Soma users, 13 of them admitted to using more than prescribed. To learn more about soma abuse, www.narconon-suncoast.org/ drug-abuse/soma-effects. html. Call today for a no cost screening or referral: 1- 877841-5509.

Preparedness skills Community classes to promote the advancement of skills, preparedness and resilience, are being taught by Jim Phillips in Spring City, sponsored by Spring City Citizen Corps (SCCC). Classes are held at Old Spring City Hall, 150 East Center. Skills classes are held every Thursday at 7 p.m.

All events are open to the public at no cost. Questions, call (435) 709-1474.

Resource clothing bank Persons needing clothing are welcome to browse what is available, free, on Wednesdays from 1-7 p.m., or Saturdays, 3:30-6:30 p.m., at 50 South 100 West, Ephraim. Clothing and money donations are welcome. Volunteer help is always needed. For more information call Nancy (435) 851-0603 or Darcie (435) 851-1963.

TOPS Take Off Pounds Sensibly (TOPS) is held every Thursday from 4:30-5:45 p.m., at Mt. Pleasant Elementary, 579 South 400 East. For more information, call Carolyn (435) 262-7759.

Boost landscape’s curb appeal in one weekend

BY MELINDA MYERS

Create a front garden that is sure to boost your mood and welcome visitors all year round. All you need is one weekend and a bit of paint, flowers, décor and edging material to boost your landscape’s curb appeal.

Add a splash of color by painting your front door. Look for colors that complement your home’s siding and the surrounding landscape. Then add a seasonal wreath or other door decoration. A wreath of seed packets in the spring, succulents or silk flowers in summer, dried materials in fall and greens in winter add seasonal interest to your home.

Visitors will look forward to the change of seasons marked by your door’s décor.

Add a few containers at the front entrance. Select a color and size that complements your home’s size and architecture style. Reduce maintenance with self-watering containers that extend the time between watering.

Further your enjoyment with solar-illuminated planters powered by the sun to add a magical glow to the landscape as the sun sets.

Define planting beds and create a finished look with edging. Use a sharp shovel to dig a V- shaped trench around small garden beds or employ the help of an edging machine for larger areas. Fill the trench with mulch to create a mowing edge and keep weeds out.

Or boost the aesthetic appeal and further define the space with edging materials like the Stomp Edge. This easy-to-install edging material is made from recycled rubber and only requires a few hand tools and minimal time to install.

Keep unruly plants out of the lawn or off walkways while defining the garden space with decorative garden edging. You can keep it simple with Gardener’s Supply Company’s Stratford Edge Irons that mimic the edging found in Shakespeare’s garden in Stratford England. Or add an artistic flare with a more decorative edging like the Nocturne Border Edging.

Weed garden beds to improve the overall appearance and health of garden plants.

Weeds not only compete with your desirable plants for water and nutrients, but many are hosts for insect pests and diseases that can harm your desirable plants.

Once weeded, spread a one- to three-inch layer of organic mulch like shredded leaves, evergreen needles or woodchips over the soil sur-

face. The finer the material, the thinner the layer of mulch needed. Organic mulch helps conserve moisture, suppress weeds and improve the soil as it breaks down. Select a mulch that is aesthetically pleasing and won’t overwhelm the beauty of the plants.

Keep mulch off tree trunks, shrubs, stems and crowns of perennial and annual plants.

Covering stems and plant crowns can lead to root rot and other problems that can negatively impact the plants’ health and longevity.

Freshen existing wood mulch by lightly tilling or raking, so the darker mulch below the surface moves to the top.

Avoid over mulching. It is a waste of money and can be harmful to your plants.

Make it a fun weekend by mixing in some tasty treats or a barbeque once the work is done. As you enjoy the benefits of your weekend’s efforts, you’ll be anxious to start tackling those bigger landscape tasks.

About Melinda Myers Melinda Myers has written more than 20 gardening books, including Small Space

Gardening. She hosts The Great Courses “How to Grow Anything” DVD series and the Melinda’s Garden Moment TV

& radio segments. Myers is a columnist and contributing editor for Birds & Blooms magazine and was commis-

sioned by Gardeners Supply for her expertise to write this article. Her web site is www.

MelindaMyers.com.

Hospital births

GUNNISON—Babies born A boy, Landon Tyler Jolley, at Gunnison Valley Hospital was born to Tyler and Margaret are as follows: Jolley, Mt. Pleasant. He weighed May 15 seven pounds and four ounces.

WSU lists Manti graduate

OGDEN — Tia Taylor, Manti, graduated and has earned an Associate’s degree in Radiologic Sciences from Weber State University.

Although official commencement ceremonies were postponed to Aug. 29, Taylor was part of a historic class of graduates. Weber State awarded 5,558 degrees in the 2019-20 academic year, which includes summer, fall and spring semesters. Taylor is one of 2,697 graduates honored in spring 2020.

Boost curb appeal to welcome visitors to your home with a splash of color whether it’s paint, flowers or decor. Follow a few tips to make your front yard pop.

“I have worked so hard to finally earn this degree and get my dream career. I am so excited to see what the future holds,” said Taylor.

The class of 2020 included 332 master’s degrees; 2,579 bachelor’s; 2,579 associate’s; and 153 certificates, including graduate certificates.

Of the graduates, 3,299 were females and 2,259 males.

“The graduating class of 2020 will always be remembered as those who had the determination to complete

their college education during a time of historic tumult,” said WSU President Brad Mortensen. “I applaud their grit and tenacity and know they will use these strengths to continue to lead and succeed.”

Graduates received their diplomas as well as caps, gowns, tassels, diploma covers and cords in the mail. Students can continue to apply for graduation through June 15, which is the final completion deadline for Spring 2020.

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New Ford F250 comes with some great trailering additions

BY CRAIG AND DEANNE CONOVER

There are trucks and then there are ‘Trucks’ and the new Ford F250 is definitely in the latter category with a hefty new engine and power that would eat most trucks for lunch. This new Ford with the huge 7.2 liter motor is meant to tow pretty much anything most people would have in mind.

Coupled with this new motor, the Ford will max out at 15,000 pounds of weight behind it, this can be increased to 18,600 pounds with a gooseneck trailer attached to the bed of the F250. How much is 15,000 pounds? Well that is 7.5 tons, and there have been times when a bush elephant could weigh that much, or maybe if one added seven giraffes together they may hit the mark. That comes down to a lot of weight and should accommodate the most demanding household travel and hauling needs. Putting a toy hauler with four ATVs and even one in the back of the truck, would be no problem. Our guess with that kind of weight, the gas mileage would not even change much for the haul.

Having the F250 as an ev-

eryday drive would be great if the commute was short as we found ourselves sitting above everyone else, except the large semi-trucks traveling through the state, and even then they were way less intimidating while we were sitting high in the F250!

On the gas mileage side we managed just over 12 mpg for the week which we had expected with the enormous engine and mostly urban driving we did. We were able to hook up one of the Craig’s sound equipment filled trailers but it only comes in at 9550 pounds, and the Ford pulled it with ease.

We took a 75 mile drive this way and continued to get the same mileage it was as if the trailer didn’t even matter with the truck taking it all in stride.

New technology added to the 2020 F250 is what Ford calls Pro Trailer Backup Assist.

In theory it sounded like a great way to help with the maneuvering of a trailer when backing one up. Over the years Craig has become very good at backing trailers into very tight spots, especially at events where parking and loading

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So we had to try this new system out to see how good or bad it would be while backing his 18 foot trailer. Up front we need to point out that when backing a trailer without this system it is very easy to get confused and have the trailer go in the wrong direction, as every turn of the steering wheel has the trailer turning in the opposite direction of the rear of the truck.

This is why backing can be a problem for most folks who have not had to do it many times and in tight circumstances. In fact Craig’s little sister Marci does all of the

backing when they take their long camping trailer out as her husband has a hard time keeping the trailer going in the right direction. It is only because Craig had her backing trailers from the first time she drove and all throughout her teens and early 20s that she became very proficient.

This new system is made for folks just like her husband that need that little extra help when backing in with a trailer on the back. After entering the information about the trailer we were pulling and making sure all the settings were correct it was time to check out how this

new feature works.

It was pretty easy to engage with the push of a button and waiting for the system to get ready took a few seconds then it was as easy as turning the knob left or right depending on the direction we wanted the trailer to go, and keeping our hands off of the steering wheel, another important point.

The driver still has to use the gas and brake pedal to keep the truck moving, and let off the knob once the trailers path is where he wants it to go. We also found that we had to continually make adjustments on the knob to keep the trailer going exactly where we wanted it.

The mirrors are still vitally important when using this system to make sure the trailer does not hit something.

Deanne found it easier to use as she had never backed a trailer before and with this system it made sense to get the trailer traveling in the direction her brain wanted it to go.

Craig on the other hand had to give it a few tries and re-map his brain as it wanted to go in the opposite direction as it always had done for years. All in all a cool new technology that

we found very helpful when backing a trailer.

The F250 Lariat of course came compete with many great additions to keep the drive extremely comfortable, making it something we looked forward to getting into every day. The black leather seats were awesome and combined with the heating function made the late March mornings very comfortable.

Standard new features one automatic high beam headlamps, blind spot monitoring with cross traffic alert, lane keep alert and pre-collision assist with emergency braking.

We also enjoyed the wireless charging pad that came standard on the Lariat edition, about the only extra we could have asked for would have been the addition of a heated steering wheel to help in the cooler mornings.

We have a fantastic week with the Ford F250 and found it would be a great addition to help with our trailering needs.

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DWR to conduct administrative checkpoints to help prevent spread of quagga mussels SALT LAKE CITY — Utah Division of Wildlife Resources conservation officers will be conducting several administrative checkpoints during busy boating weekends throughout the summer, in an effort to prevent invasive quagga mussels from spreading from Lake Powell to other Utah waterbodies.

Administrative checkpoints By state law, DWR officials are authorized to conduct administrative checkpoints on various roadways throughout the year to help prevent the spread of quagga mussels.

These are different than mandatory inspection stations at waterbodies and other areas because all vehicles — not just those transporting watercraft — will be directed off the road.

Then, the vehicles towing or hauling watercraft are directed to a separate area for inspections.

These checkpoints are approved in advance by a magistrate and require law enforcement officers to be present.

The conservation officers

ensure people are complying with the requirement to stop at inspection stations, and make sure all watercraft have been cleaned and drained appropriately. Cleaning and draining includes making sure there is no water left onboard, including in wells, ballast tanks and lower engine units, and that the watercraft is free of plants, mud and attached invasive species after leaving Lake Powell. Drain plugs must also be removed while in transit.

The administrative checkpoints for this year will be held on the following dates and locations: ·May 24-25: The exiting fee booth area of Glen Canyon National Recreation Area near Bullfrog on SR-276 from 7 a.m. to 8:30 p.m. ·June 14: At mile marker 10 on SR-95 south of Hanksville from 7 a.m. to 8:30 p.m. ·July 4-5: The exiting fee booth area of Glen Canyon National Recreation Area near Bullfrog on SR-276 from 7 a.m. to 8:30 p.m. ·July 25-26: The exiting fee

booth area of Glen Canyon National Recreation Area near Bullfrog on SR-276 from 7 a.m. to 8:30 p.m. ·Aug. 9: At mile marker 10 on SR-95 south of Hanksville from 7 a.m. to 8:30 p.m. ·Sept. 6-7: The exiting fee booth area of Glen Canyon National Recreation Area near Bullfrog on SR-276 from 7 a.m. to 8:30 p.m.

“There are many reasons why we’ve been able to contain quagga mussels to just Lake Powell,” Bruce Johnson, DWR aquatic invasive species statewide operations lieutenant, said. “Getting the necessary funding for the Aquatic Invasive Species program has been a huge component, as well as our partnerships with local water managers and other organizations. Our program includes inspection stations and administrative checkpoints, very dedicated staff educating the public about these invasive species and an aggressive law enforcement effort. The majority of boaters have also been very compliant and great to work with. Without public

support, we can’t succeed in this effort.”

Residents and non-residents transporting any watercraft are required to stop at the checkpoints and inspection stations.

What counts as a “watercraft” and would require someone to stop?

Watercraft includes the following: ·Motorboats and sailboats ·Jet skis and wave runners ·Canoes ·Kayaks ·Float tubes ·Trailers and vehicles that go into the water on a boat ramp ·Paddleboards “Basically, if it floats, it’s a boat,” Johnson said. “Anyone transporting any watercraft is required to stop at one of our mandatory inspection stations and administrative checkpoints. We have been tasked with doing everything possible to keep quagga mussels contained in Lake Powell (as well as other infested waters outside of Utah) and out of the rest of the waters in the state. The inspection stations are conducted to eradicate and

prevent these invasive species from infesting other waterbodies.”

Inspection stations As mentioned, inspection stations are different than administrative checkpoints.

Inspection stations are often located at boat launch ramps at waterbodies, but can also be located along highways. While all vehicles have to stop at an administrative checkpoint, only those with watercraft need to stop at an inspection station. Law enforcement officers may also be present at inspection stations, but are not required to be, like with administrative checkpoints.

When a boater stops at a mandatory inspection station, Aquatic Invasive Species professionals will check the watercraft for attached quagga and zebra mussels and for standing water. They also examine boats to ensure the drain plugs have been removed and have not been reinstalled.

They will also obtain information about where that watercraft has been used during the last 30 days.

In order to maintain social distancing guidelines to prevent the spread of COVID-19, the boat decontaminations and inspections have been modified to minimize interaction between individuals. Boaters should be aware that these modified protocols will take longer than a normal inspection or decontamination and should plan accordingly.

There are over 40 inspection stations located around Utah, with some located at boat launch ramps and others along highways.

What happens if someone transporting a watercraft doesn’t stop at an inspection station?

State law mandates that all watercraft stop at an operating inspection station. Anyone who doesn’t stop is guilty of a class B misdemeanor. Along with receiving a citation, the individual will be directed back to the station to get their watercraft inspected. A watercraft can also be detained or quarantined if the owner refuses to submit to an inspection.

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BY CHERYL K. BREWER

MANAGING EDITOR

Editor’s note: A look back on the news printed in past issues of The Pyramid may be just what is needed to see how fortunate we are to live in these days and how people entertained themselves. Articles are re-written just as they appeared in the paper. No spelling or punctuation has been altered or corrected. Following are some of the stories from archived newspapers: Feb. 8, 1918 RECIPE FOR GRAY HAIR- To half pint of water add 1oz. Bay Rum, a small box of Barbo Compound, and ¼ oz. of glycerin. Any druggist can put this up or you can mix it at home at very little cost. Full directions for making and use come in each box of Barbo Compound. It will gradually darken streaked, faded gray hair, and make it soft and glossy. It will not color the scalp, is not sticky or greasy, and does not rub off. (Advertisement).

Jan. 19, 1919 Farm notes- Cheap seed is often the most expensive.

Always plant the best seed you can get for every crop.

Soils destitute of humus

and nitrogen are impotent of produce clover.

The deepest mudhole and steepest hill measure the real distance to market.

Turn up a little of the subsoil. It will increase the water-holding capacity of the ground.

Many of the irregularities in the health of the farm stock can be traced to injudicious feeding.

On every farm, where the soil and climatic conditions are favorable corn should be grown for fodder purposes.

Let the neighbors do what they will, keep matches away from your straw pile. Roughage is too scarce this season to use for a bonfire.

Humus was intended by nature to create and conserve the fertility of the soil for the production of the necessities to conserve the human race.

Jan 16, 1920 First baseball pay- Lawrence Perry says: “This is the fifty-third anniversary of the year when it began not to be considered a disgrace to accept money for playing baseball. It was in1866 that three members of the Atlantics of Brooklyn received $10 a week for playing the game. Every game movement has had its early martyrs; the irony of

it is that the three devoted heroes who braced calumny and contempt to accept $10 for playing baseball are unknown and unsung.”

Jan. 30, 1920 Dr. Olof Sundwall advises people how to fight disease- Would have everybody take precaution for a period of three daysDr. O. Sundwall, City Quarantine Physician for Mount Pleasant, makes the following statement to the public for the benefit of the community: “At present there are twelve cases of Influenza in Mount Pleasant. None of those affected appear to be critical, and no deaths are expected. However, it is highly urgent that all people respect the Quarantine and do all in their power to prevent this from becoming a serious epidemic. In fact, a quarantine is useless unless every family cooperates with the Health Officials.

“The following suggestions may be of value to the public: 1st.-If there is any sickness in the home, do not expose the public until the nature if the disease is determined.

2nd.-Avoid mingling too much in public places.

3rd.-If any member of the family has symptoms of “Flu”

have the person put to bed at once no matter how slight the symptoms might be.

4th.-Keep the homes well ventilated. The Flu, like all other Respiratory Diseases has less effect on the individual wo has not been “Housed Up.” This was indeed proven during the previous epidemic.

5th.-Be calm and avoid becoming Hysterical. The epidemic, it is hoped will be in a light form. However, the seriousness of it really depends upon the individual family.

Observe the above suggestions and probably there will be no deaths.

“It would be highly advisable for all the citizens to be extremely cautious the next few days especially regarding exposures. If this could be carried out in every individual family the epidemic would indeed be short lived.”

Jan. 6, 1950 New Books Added To Mt. Pleasant Carnegie Library Are Listed Now- By Mrs. Louis A. Peterson, Librarian.

During this past two months new reading material has been put on the shelves for high school, teen-age and juvenile readers: also books are still received each month from three book clubs and the

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Literary Guild as well as the Doubleday Book Club. Much comment from out-of-town visitors has been received on the fine array of material we have in all sections of the Library. We should be justly proud of our library. Great effort has been put forth by library boards, patrons, librarians and organizations in the community.

To all, the Mt. Pleasant Carnegie Library extends thanks and a Happy New Year of reading, Some of the new books are Remembrance Rock, Sanberg; This I Remember, Eleanor Roosevelt; Dear Mt. President, Ira R.T. Smith; Twilight of the Floods, Steen; Wagon Westward, Howard R. Driggs; Drums of Destiney, Bourne; The Quest, Ursenbach; The Secret Garden, Burnett; Sports, Lucky to Be Yankee, Joe DiMaggio; Gentian Hall, Goudge; The White Sail and many others.

We do not have a rental shelf. All books except research volumes, go out on library cards for one to two weeks as required. A small fee of 2¢ per day is charged for books kept out overtime.

Books may be renewed. Cards are issued upon request with a signee.

Spring City Jottings- Miss Leila Ruth Allred entertained Miss Yvonne Aiken, Miss Sherma Allred, Spring City.

Miss JoAnn Peterson, Mt. Pleasant and Mrs. LuDean Hamilton of Fairview at a holiday party last week at her home.

Mrs. Max Blain, Mrs. Mar Dye, Mrs. Doyle Madsen, Mrs. Henry Schofield, Mrs. Gottfred Larsen and Mrs. Everett Strate with their husbands entertained Mr. and Mrs. Rudolph Hope, Mr. and Mrs. Archie Aiken, Mr. and Mrs. Cutler Schofield, Mr. and Mrs. MCK Strate, Mr. and Mrs. Frank Petersen, Mr. and Mrs. Morsden Allred and Mr. and Mrs. Virgus Osborne at a New Years party at the Snappy Service Lunch Room. Winners at progressive rook were Mr. and Mrs. Rudolph Hope, Mr. and Mrs. Gottfred Larsen and Mr. and Mrs. Doyle Madsen.

Mr. and Mrs. Royal Allred entertained at a New Year’s Eve party for the following: Mr. and Mrs. Claren Schofield, Mr. and Mrs. Vero Aiken, Mr. and Mrs. James P. Ellis, Mr. and Mrs. Reid H. Allred, Mr. and Mrs. Lamont Jensen, Mr. and Mrs. E. B. Terry, Mr. and Mrs. Albert Watson and Mr. and Mrs. Pratt Osborne.

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Utah higher education leaders unite around ProjectProtect “Sew Your True Colors” campaign to benefit frontline healthcare workers

EPHRAIM--All of Utah’s institutions of higher education are coming together to support ProjectProtect, a grass-roots initiative that has a goal to produce five million

medical-grade masks to address the national shortage of personal protective equipment (PPE).

The collaborative effort between University of Utah Health, Intermountain Healthcare, Latter-day Saint Charities, several Utah nonprofits, and tens of thousands of volunteer sewers across the state has already produced over three million masks to protect frontline health care workers during the COVID-19

pandemic.

Today, universities, colleges and technical colleges are rallying together to take the project across the finish line. They are launching a “Sew Your True Colors” campaign, asking their campus communities to sew masks using thread in the color of their institution.

When frontline caregivers use these masks, they will know that Utah’s higher education community supports them.

Noting that many individ-

DWR conservation officers remind public to target shoot responsibly SALT LAKE CITY — Utah Division of Wildlife Resources conservation officers are reminding the public to be responsible when target shooting after a juvenile is facing fines for shooting a doe deer.

Conservation officers received a report through the UTIP hotline from a concerned citizen around Feb. 13. The individual had seen a vehicle and heard shots fired in the foothills east of Pleasant Grove, in an area where wintering deer are often seen.

When officers responded to the scene, they located a dead doe deer that had been shot.

They matched the bullet from the deer to a bullet casing in an area where some target shooting had taken place.

Upon further investigation, the conservation officers learned that four male juveniles had been target shooting in the area. While they were shooting, one of the individuals fired at the deer on the hillside.

“This is a very common place to go target shooting,”

Utah Division of Wildlife Resources is sending out a reminder to be responsible when target shooting since a juvenile is facing fines for shooting a doe deer. The juvenile was with three other male juveniles target shooting in a well-known area when he fired at a deer on the hillside.

DWR Conservation Officer Shawn Bagley said. “But these individuals made a poor decision to break the law. People must be responsible and safe anytime they are shooting firearms. Additionally, parents must be involved anytime a juvenile has a firearm, so they can keep their kids safe and

make sure they aren’t doing anything they shouldn’t be.”

The juveniles have been referred to juvenile court. They could also face hunting license suspension.

“You could be held accountable if you were involved in any facet of the crime,” Bagley said.

Here are some tips to stay safe and target shoot responsibly: •Use a good location, make sure you have a backstop and always know what is behind your target. (Make sure there aren’t any roads, houses, people or animals.)

•Use proper firearm safety and always treat your firearm like it is loaded when handling it.

•Don’t shoot near homes or other structures. (Per Utah law, it is illegal to discharge a firearm within 600 feet of a house, dwelling or any other building.)

•Don’t leave trash, including shell casings or pieces of the targets. Pack out what you bring.

uals are looking for a way to help in some way during this global pandemic, Snow College President Bradley Cook said, “This partnership project is a great opportunity for our employees, students, alumni, and community members to rally together and help make a difference.”

Volunteers can sign up at ProjectProtect.health and then pick up their kits of 100 masks at one-of-six donation sites spanning from Harrisville to St. George. The kits contain all of the materials needed except for the thread.

Sewing volunteers are encouraged, but not required, to use their school color and sew the school spirit into the mask.

Masks will be returned on Saturday, May 30 at the same location as pickup.

On May 16, school mascots were at the different drop-off sites to encourage volunteers to register again and Sew Your True Colors.

Volunteers will need a sewing machine, thread, scissors and pins, but they do not need a high level of sewing skills to produce these masks. Detailed

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Snow College has joined other Utah higher learning institutions asking campus communities to produce about two million more medical masks for frontline caregivers using thread color of their institution, if they wish. Those wanting to participate in the project may sign up at ProjetProtect.health. instructions will be provided.

Each kit will include 100 masks and, depending on the sewer’s level of experience, each mask should take five to 10 minutes to sew, for a total of 10 to 15 hours of sewing time over 11 days. Many volunteers have engaged their entire family to pin, cut and sew. Others have divided the 100 masks between neighbors, families and friends.

“I am overjoyed to see all

higher education institutions in Utah coming together to support our medical workers on the front lines of the COVID-19 pandemic, including some of our very own alumni, in this time of great need,” said Harris H. Simmons, Chair of the USHE Board of Regents. “By working together, we can reach the goal of producing five million medical-grade pieces PPE through this meaningful effort.”

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If you’re confused, you aren’t alone. Life as we know it has taken a 180 and relaxing your screen time rules is an inevitability. Most kids are transitioning to digital learning plat-

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UTAH DWR — Updated fishing reports and tips from around the area provided by Utah Division of Wildlife Resources (DWR) are as follows: Benches Pond has a little open water on the west side. Should be ice free soon. Try using PowerBait or spinners for catching these.

Garlic PowerBait has worked especially well.

Boulger Reservoir has a little open water, but access is blocked by snow drifts. Should be ice free soon.

Cleveland Reservoir has open water around the entire shoreline. There is plenty of space for shore anglers.

Electric Lake is completely ice free, but access down the road to the ramp is still blocked by snow drifts.

Huntington (Mammoth) Reservoir is still covered with ice with soft edges. Ice off will probably be 1-2 weeks.

Huntington North Reservoir, the wipers are on! Also a great place for trout. The reservoir level is 91percent and dropping. The water

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Ponds and reservoirs are beginning to open up all over the state. Ice is mostly off. Now’s the time to go after those hungry fish. temperature was 54-57 degrees.

Joes Valley is ice free! The water temperature was 41-44 degrees and the visibility in the water of about 7’. The reservoir level is at 79% full. Splake and trout are biting.

Recapture Reservoir, try using a spinning lure on the west end, about 30’ from the shore.

Pike are hitting hard on the north end.

Schofield Reservoir is ice free. Try the fishing 15’ — 30’ deep near the dam for hungry trout.

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Customer complaints may become business’ best friends WINNIPEG MB, CANADA — Dealing with customer complaints isn’t a business owner’s favorite task, but that sometimes stressful part of running a company can provide opportunities to improve the business for the long run, experts say.

“Turning those complaints into positives depends largely on two factors,” says Alex Zlatin, CEO of Maxim Software Systems (www.alexzlatin. com). “One, how well business owners and their team handle unhappy customers directly one-on-one, and two, devising solutions for specific customer issues that keep coming up.”

In terms of direct customer service, studies show complaining customers could end up being some of a business’ best customers. Harvard Business Review found that those who have a complaint handled in under five minutes spend more on future purchases.

As for developing long-

term solutions for common problems customers bring up, Zlatin says a business should make a habit of documenting all customer complaints, then discuss those issues as a team.

Another way, he adds, is to send out customer surveys that include a wide range of questions geared to improving the company’s processes and customer service.

“The bottom line is, the way a business handles its customer complaints determines its success or failure in an increasingly competitive marketplace,” Zlatin says.

“Businesses that turn complaints into opportunities for building closer relationships with customers are the ones that are most likely to grow and prosper,” he says. “Prompt and systematic handling of customer complaints has a positive impact on the major business areas.”

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If a business handles customer complaints in the wrong way, that action may lead to the failure of the business. the following ways: Earns customer loyalty When customers tell a business about a problem they’ve had with the company, they expect it to be corrected – and if it is, they might show their appreciation with future purchases.

“If you don’t correct it promptly,” Zlatin says, “there’s a good chance you will lose them. Show you care

by being patient, listening, asking questions and getting all the information possible to make it right.”

“The customer will see that the business truly wants them to have a valued experience, and this will make them more likely to stay loyal to the business.”

Attracts more customers Ignoring customer complaints altogether or putting

them on low priority can cost a business dearly.

“Annoyed customers might share a bad experience on social media or in person, turning potential buyers away,” Zlatin says. “But if you use customer complaints to make several positive changes in your business, current customers will notice and perhaps be your best recruiters.”

“Your customer base will see that your business is more efficient, resulting in a better overall experience,” he says, “and leading to referrals.”

Boosts performance “Taking action based on customer complaints helps you improve your processes,” Zlatin says. “Issues you otherwise might not have realized you had will no longer hold your business back.”

“Anything customers tell you will provide insight into how you can better meet their needs, operate more efficiently, and grow your business,” he says.

“Don’t take customer complaints personally,” Zlatin says. “But do take them seriously. If you don’t, they’ll think you don’t value their business or opinions. Before long, you won’t be complaining about customers’ complaints, but about having fewer customers.”

About Zlatin Alex Zlatin, author of the book Responsible Dental Ownership, had more than 13 years of management experience before he accepted the position of CEO of dental practice management company Maxim Software Systems.

He earned his MBA at Edinburgh Business School and a B.Sc. in Technology Management at HIT in Israel. His company helps struggling dental professionals take control of their practices and reach the next level of success with responsible leadership strategies.

For more information, visit www.alexzlatin.com.

Tips to find a perfect rental home Keeping math skills DAVID HOWARD

WASHINGTON, DC — Roughly 37 percent of American households rent, rather than own, their homes. That’s the highest share in more than 50 years.

Increasingly, people are renting simply because it fits their lifestyles better — not because they can’t afford to buy. Americans are especially flocking to single-family rentals, rather than apartments or duplexes.

In fact, the single-family rental industry is the fastest-growing sector of the U.S. housing market, accounting for more than one-in-three rentals. The industry has grown 30 percent since 2007, double the rate for multifamily rentals.

Could a single-family rental be right the right choice? Here are five questions to ask yourself: 1. Would you like a more responsive landlord?

It’s often difficult for apartment companies to oversee the hundreds or even thousands of units they manage.

So it’s easy for an individual tenant to get lost in the crowd.

Landlords who rent out single-family homes are far more responsive. Most own fewer than ten units — so they’re quick to fix broken appliances or resolve other issues.

And many of the larger single-family rental companies employ experienced property managers who work in teams — so someone is on-call 24/7.

These single-family land-

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Whether to rent an apartment or single-family home is a choice worth considering. There are some advantages to renting a single-family home. lords are also leveraging technology to make tenants’ lives easier. Renters can submit maintenance requests via smartphones, pay online and even set up “Smart Home” technology.

2. Would you like to live closer to your grandchildren?

Most grandparents dream of spoiling their grandchildren after school. Single-family rentals make it easy for Baby Boomers to downsize and move closer to family. Empty-nesters can rent quiet homes in nice neighborhoods, without pouring their retirement savings into a down payment.

3. Are you drowning in student debt?

U.S. student loan debt reached an all-time last year. Americans with student loans owe an average of

$35,000 each — and many middle-class families find themselves paying off these loans well into their 30s and 40s. Renting lets these folks live in suburbia without the financial commitment of home-ownership.

Consider that the median down payment for a home in 2018 was about $15,500 — while median monthly single-family rent clocks in around $1,600. And single-family rentals cost less per square foot than apartments.

As long as they pay their rent on time, youngsters who rent can build credit for future purchases.

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And 60 percent say they’re open to a switch.

Single-family rentals give these workers the ability to easily relocate for new careers.

5. Do you crave a home that truly feels like “home?”

Many renters find themselves in swanky apartment buildings that more closely resemble hotels than homes.

Single-family rentals offer young families the space and privacy of a home — perhaps a yard for their dogs and kids — without the financial commitment of home-ownership.

Plus, single-family rentals are more likely to be in good school districts than traditional apartments.

Millions of Americans are choosing to rent, rather than own, single-family homes — for good reason. Single-family rentals are affordable, spacious and provide all the advantages of suburban living without the downsides of home-ownership.

About Howard David Howard is the executive director of the National Rental Home Council.

For more information, visit www.rentalhomecouncil.org.

up-to-date while school is closed

(StatePoint) The transition from in-person to online learning isn’t easy, particularly when it comes to mathematics, a subject where many students benefit from classroom learning and individualized attention from their teacher.

With closures affecting schools and universities for the foreseeable future, sustaining one’s math skills is very important, as research has shown that academic gains can quickly be lost without practice — on average, students lose approximately 2.6 months of learning in math over a typical summer, according to the Harvard Graduate School of Education.

During the COVID-19 crisis, consider accessing the following free distance-learning tools from Casio America, Inc., which are designed to support educators, parents and students K-12 and beyond: • Tools for calculation, graphing, geometry, statistics and more can be accessed at ClassPad.net, an all-in-one web-based platform with an interactive menu that enables students and teachers to draw geometry figures freehand and input calculations as they would on real scratch paper.

Users can also plot data points

Formal class may not currently be in session, but that doesn’t mean the learning needs to be put on hold. Leveraging available resources can help students maintain their math skills so that when schools reopen, students can enjoy a successful return to the classroom. and add text labels, expressions and pictures to graphs or geometry diagrams.

• Emulator calculator software recreating the functionality of scientific and graphic calculators, including Casio’s PRIZM fx-CG50 and fx-CG500, is supported in Windows and Mac operating systems.

• Downloadable math activities created by teachers for students in grade levels kindergarten through college can help students practice their math skills and learn new techniques for their continuing education.

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OBITUARIES Linda W. Marsh

NOTICE TO WATER USERS The applications below were filed with the Division of Water Rights in Sanpete County. These are informal proceedings per Rule 655-6-2.

Protests concerning an application must be legibly written or typed, contain the name and mailing address of the protesting party, STATE THE APPLICATION NUMBER PROTESTED, CITE REASONS FOR THE PROTEST, and REQUEST A HEARING, if desired.

Also, A $15 FEE MUST BE INCLUDED FOR EACH APPLICATION PROTESTED. Protests must be filed with the Division of Water Rights on or before June 10, 2020, either electronically using the Division s on-line Protest of Application form, by hand delivery to a Division office, or by mail at PO Box 146300, Salt Lake City, UT 84114-6300.

Please visit waterrights.utah.gov or call (801) 5387240 for additional information.

CHANGE APPLICATION(S) 65-4164 (a45731): Benjamin and Elinor Carrick propose(s) using 0.0062 cfs OR 1 ac-ft. from groundwater (2 miles east of Mt. Pleasant) for DOMESTIC; IRRIGATION; STOCKWATERING. Teresa Wilhelmsen, P.E. State Engineer Legal notice 52631 Published in The Pyramid May 14 and 21, 2020.

NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING Notice is hereby given that Max Henrie filed a Petition to the Sanpete County Commission requesting approval of a plat amendment to adjust the lot lines between two sets of adjacent lots in the Skyline Mountain Resort Subdivision.

The affected properties are located approximately 2 miles South East of Fairview. More specifically described as parcels S-61686 & S-61687 and parcels S63322 & S-63323.

To view a map and more specific description of the proposed affected area, please contact James Erickson at the Sanpete County Zoning Office in Manti, Utah at (435) 835-2115.

Anyone objecting to the proposed plat change must file a written objection with the Sanpete County Clerkʼs Office at the Sanpete County Courthouse within 10 days of the date of this Notice.

A public hearing has been scheduled at the Sanpete County Commission Chambers in the Sanpete County Courthouse on the 2nd day of June, 2020, at 2:30 p.m.

If no written objections are received, the public hearing will be cancelled.

DATED this 21st day of May, 2020.

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A panel of experts from leading companies, intelligence agencies and academia recently led a discussion on the future of cybersecurity. Shown are (left to right): John Sherman, Eric Jensen, John E. McClurg, Adam Marre, Matt Berrett, Andre Jones and Ryan Vogel. The Cybersecurity and Geopolitics report of the symposium has now been released.

Cybersecurity, geopolitics report released OREM — Orrin G. Hatch Foundation hosted a cybersecurity symposium jointly held with Utah Valley University’s (UVU) Center for National Security Studies at UVU, in Orem.

The Cybersecurity and Geopolitics report of the symposium has now been released and is available for download at www.orrinhatchfoundation.org/wp-content/uploads/2020/02/Cyber-Security-Report-FINAL.pdf.

The report provides a detailed summary of the discussion, as well as a general overview of the most critical challenges facing the United States in the national security arena.

The symposium featured keynote remarks from John Sherman, the Chief Information Officer of the Intelligence Community in the Office of the Director of National Intelligence, as well as expert analysis from cyber professionals in both government and industry.

The fast-moving, disruptive nature of the new digital economy brings with it constantly evolving threats—and it will require the active participation of both the public and private sectors to address them.

Only through extensive public-private partnership and collaboration will it be

possible to defend against the cyber risk. That’s why the symposium was held with experts from leading companies, intelligence agencies and academia for a panel discussion on the future of the cybersecurity landscape.

Cybersecurity is arguably the most salient national security issue in the public discourse today. Last year, Microsoft uncovered a massive phishing attempt to infiltrate a major presidential campaign, believed to be the work of Iranian hackers.

The possibility of tampering in the 2020 election is an ever-present risk, as is the threat of cyberattack against our nation’s power grids, computer systems, private companies and financial institutions.

Meanwhile, ransomware attacks—such as the cyberattack in Baltimore last summer—are testing the resolve of cities across the country.

The symposium was hosted by the Hatch Foundation in the effort to find bipartisan policy solutions to this nation’s most pressing problems. With public support, it is possible to continue working toward a better future for all Americans. The public is encouraged to read the report and consider joining the effort to solve the problems to be faced in the future.

1941~2020 FOUNTAIN GREEN — Beloved wife, mother, and daughter, Linda Webb Marsh, 78, of Fountain Green, UT; died May 12, 2020, at Central Valley Medical Center in Nephi, from illness complications.

Under the current circumstances, only a graveside service was allowed and was provided by Rasmussen Mortuary, Mt. Pleasant. The service was held at the Fountain Green Cemetery May 16.

Linda was born in Lehi, UT; May 27, 1941, to Karl and Josephine Webb and was the third-of six children. A devout member of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, Linda married her sweetheart, Duane Marsh, in the Salt Lake City Temple April 29, 1960.

Linda is survived by her husband, Duane, and her four children: Aron Marsh and Michelle Walker, both Fountain Green; Kelly Campbell, Colorado Springs, CO; and Spencer Marsh, Grand Junction, CO. She is also survived by 14 grandchildren and 14 great-grandchildren.

Linda is preceded in death by her father and mother, Karl and “Joe” Webb, her stepmother, Delma Webb, her sister, Kaye Scott, and her great-grandchild Tytan Walker.

Linda was an active member of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints and dedicated many years of sacrifice and service in church callings, including serving two official temple missions in the Palmyra Temple in New York and the Aba Temple in Nigeria, and a mission to the Buffalo, NY; area. She also served in the Denver Colorado Temple, the Vernal Utah Temple, and the Manti Utah Temple.

Linda’s love of people and dedication to her faith is reflected in a story of a Nigerian sister that walked all day to reach the temple, carrying her shoes to keep them clean.

But she was too late, temple services had closed, and Linda was locking the temple doors.

This dear sister exclaimed, “I’m too late---I’m too late!”

Linda reassured this weary traveler, unlocked the temple, and organized a temple session for just a single Nigerian sister. …typical.

Linda also loved football

and fishing with her grandchildren. Having received extensive grasshopper and worm goober tolerance training in her youth, Linda was able to share this extensive knowledge with her grandchildren— fishhook preparation was no match for Linda and the kids.

Easy-Peasy. …typical.

Linda’s professional life took her from a young 1950s farmhand, bailing hay on her father’s farm, to an award-winning nonprofit executive director. From a dusty hay bailer--hand-tying bales with wire, to sitting in a board room—wielding million-dollar grants, Linda orchestrated extensive development of disabled services in Mesa County, Colorado. Linda’s fiery dedication to serving, protecting, and representing the disabled, left many a politician and corporate executive dusting off their backsides. Linda was not to be trifled with. …typical.

Above all, Linda loved her dear companion, Duane, and her immediate and extended family. For over 60 years Linda nurtured her family and dedicated her life to their welfare; for over a half century Linda willingly sacrificed herself for her husband and family. …typical.

No paltry obituary could ever accurately express the remarkable life of Linda Webb Marsh. She was simply extraordinary.

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Commencement ceremonies go virtual, drive through for area high schools MT. PLEASANT—Commencement ceremonies for the 2020 graduation classes for area high schools will have a different look this year due to the COVID-19 pandemic.

Ceremonies will be held virtually for Wasatch Academy.

North Sanpete High School will hold both a virtual and a drive through ceremony.

North Sanpete High School North Sanpete’s commencement will be aired at 7 p.m., Friday, May 22 on CentraCom local channel 10 or may be viewed online at www. local10.tv . All graduates will receive a copy of the pre-recorded ceremony following the original air date.

The recording will include a 2020 class tribute given by North Sanpete High School Faculty followed by a welcome address by Scott Shock, senior class president. Speakers will be Thomas Jones, Addelyn Brotherson, Orange Peel and Mayzie Talbot. A retrospect will be given by Isabella Johnson.

Nan Ault, principal, will present the class and a presentation of diplomas will be done by retiring Superintendent Dr. Sam Ray. Local scholarship presentation will be given by the administration and S Award presentations will be given by Tyler Bailey, committee chair. The school

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High school graduation for 2020 will be notable due to the COVID-19 outbreak. The usual ceremony will not be available.

Instead most ceremonies are being held virtually and some as a drive-through for high school seniors to receive their diploma. At North Sanpete, pictures of graduates line the street on 700 South in front of the high school. song will be sung by faculty and staff.

Other activities include senior class names featured on the school marquee until May 22. Pictures of graduates will be displayed along Mt. Pleasant State Street.

On graduation day, Friday, May 22 a drive through and diploma and poster pick-up will be held from 3:30 to 5:45 p.m., at the high school. Graduates with the last name from A-D will start the ceremony at 3:30 p.m.; E-K at 4:15; L-R, 5 p.m. and S-Z at 5:45 p.m.

Graduates are asked to not arrive early or outside of as-

signed times.

Graduates will enter the high school area on 800 South and follow the marked route.

Graduates will be allowed two vehicles maximum consisting of trucks, vans, SUVs or cars only, no RVs or buses. All attendees must be in seat belts and my not exit their car with the exception of the graduate and one family photographer per car during the diploma pickup. Neither graduate nor photographer exiting the car can be the driver of either car.

Social distancing will apply.

No bathroom facilities will be available. A professional

photographer will be on-site for photos, available for purchase online.

In September, all graduates are encouraged to attend a reception in their honor prior to the Homecoming Football Game in the Commons area at 5 p.m. All graduates will be honored during halftime.

Wasatch Academy Graduation Day for Wasatch Academy students will be Saturday, May 23. This year the graduation will be a movie beginning with the traditional bagpipe music followed by three student speakers, Jadon Bucklin, Rokiatou Diop and Samantha Williams. After the students, the guest speaker Seelay Tasmin, alumna of Wasatch will take the stage.

Following the speeches, Joseph Loftin, head of school, will present diplomas, talk about each student including where they are from and where they plan to attend college. Loftin will also read a tribute to each student written by a faculty or staff member of the school.

While Loftin is reading, photos of the students will be highlighted in the background.

The movie will end with a farewell address from Loftin.

The movie will be available to view online May 23 at https://wasatchacademy.org/ graduation2020.

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Thursday, May 21, 2020

SPRING CITY ELEMENTARY HONORS LUNCH LADIES

A huge shout out and appreciation goes to the heroic lunch ladies at Spring City Elementary School, especially during the COVID-19 schooling at home. The ladies provided a breakfast and lunch sack for an average of 140 children ages 0-18 each day. The summer lunch program will continue from June 1 to July 17, for children 0-18.

These will be “grab-and-go” lunches handed out at the elementary school and not in the park as has been done in the past. The time for the summer lunch program is yet to be determined.

CANCELS From A1

safely run “League Style” programs and events that all events need to be postponed or canceled.

Mt. Pleasant City Recreation also believes in the importance of physical activity and mental well-being during these critical times.

With that being said, the department intends to replace baseball and softball leagues with sports clinics throughout the summer. These clin-

ics will host small groups in order to satisfy the group size recommendations and all other recommendations given by Governor Herbert.

It is hoped to design these clinics in order to meet the values that one would receive participating in a baseball or softball season.

All participants will be receiving a full refund within the next one to two weeks.

For questions, please feel free to contact the Mt. Pleasant City Recreation Department at 462-3108.

SPRING CITY ELEMENTARY READERS WATCH TREE GROW On May 8, teachers at Spring City Elementary School were surprised with a big banner in front of the school. Teachers and staff received a gift bag that included gardening gloves, a packet of flower seeds, and a candy bar with a note that read “Thank you for your helping hands this year!” The school appreciates Laura Allred for her work through the year, on behalf of the PTA, doing nice things for the teachers and staff.

Spring City Elementary awards golden tickets Spring City Elementary School Library had a fantastic reading promotion this year.

The upper grades did the “Library Golden Ticket to Reading” challenge. Each time a student read a book, filled out a questionnaire and did a short book summary, they could choose a mini chocolate bar, purchased by the PTA, to see if it had a golden ticket in it. There were five golden tickets per grade. When the rules of the promotion were told the classes, one student excitedly a great time reading for the ners was supposed to be a bus said, “Well, that is a win win!” chance to get a golden ticket. trip to Candies on Main in Participating students had The grand prize for the win- Manti where they could see

the candy store and receive a goodie bag. Sadly, that was not to be. However, winners did receive a gift bag during the lunch drive through on May 18.

Fourth grade winners were Kai Peterson, Jacey Walker, Owen Faddis, Madison Nielson and Kendra Holyoak. Fifth grade winners were Anders Allred, Gage Olds, Kymrie Garff, Brynlee Cook and Olivia Allred.Sixth grade winners were Royal Sorensen, Omar Lemus, Riley Nielson, Crystal Holyoak and Cecily Betteridge.

Farmers Feeding Utah identifies first ‘Miracle Project’, delivering lamb to Navajo Nation SANDY — A week after its initial launch, the Farmers Feeding Utah campaign has identified its first ‘Miracle Project’ with a planned distribution of Utah lamb to several Utah chapters of the Navajo nation in Southeastern Utah – specifically, the Mexican Water, Aneth, Oljato, and Navajo Mountain chapters.

“We’ve been blown away by the initial response to the launch of this campaign and are looking forward to making this first delivery of food,” said Ron Gibson, president of the Utah Farm Bureau Federation, the organization behind

the Farmers Feeding Utah campaign. “Through this first project, we’re able to help a very deserving group of people that have been hit hard by the Covid-19 pandemic and help some Utah sheep ranchers at the same time. These ranchers have had their market for lamb reduced significantly with restaurants operating at limited capacity.”

With the project identified, Farmers Feeding Utah has set a project-specific goal of $100,000 in online donations

by May 20th. The distribution of lamb will take place shortly after.

The Navajo Nation, the

largest Native American reservation in the country, has seen higher death rates from Covid-19 than most other states in the country. Many live in areas considered food deserts, which are areas with limited access to affordable and nutritious food. For some communities, unemployment rates are 100% or close to it, as many depend on recreation to fuel economies.

The Utah Farm Bureau and the Hunger Solutions Institute are working with the Utah Division of Emergency Management, USU Extension-San Juan County and local food pantries to facili-

tate the distribution of lamb to those in need.

“We are aware of the various difficulties many are experiencing due to this pandemic and realize that an effective pandemic response requires the whole community to pull together,” said Anna Boynton, State Tribal Liaison for the Utah Division of Emergency Management.

“We’re grateful to the Utah Farm Bureau for their efforts to build this program and are excited about the assistance it will provide to the people of the Navajo Nation who are in need during this unprecedented time.”

Springtime started last fall at Spring City Elementary School. A bare tree slowly began to leaf out as students in first through third grades did their weekly reading and turned in their reading calendars. Students who read the required 20 minutes per day for five days a week could write their name on a leaf. If they read all seven days, students could put their name on two leaves. These leaves were attached to the bare tree. When the class reached 50 leaves, students received an apple and when they reached 300 hundred leaves, a bird’s nest was placed in the tree and at 500 hundred leaves, a bird was put in the nest.

SANPETE SWEETHEART, JR. PRINCESS ROYALTY NAMED

2020 Miss Sanpete Sweetheart is Sarah Everitt, daughter of Deric and Muria Everitt, Ephraim. Jr. Princess Royalty is Kenley Kelso, daughter of Kurt and Lindsay Kelso, Mt. Pleasant; Brenna Brotherson, first attendant, daughter of Scott and Dana Brotherson, Mt. Pleasant; and Kadience Allred, second attendant, daughter of Sam and Tracy Allred, Spring City. Brenna Brotherson was also named Miss Photogenic. The royalty will represent the Sanpete County Fair at all parades and rodeos that are held in the county.

The royalty will also represent the fair at the Ute Stampede in Juab and reign over this year’s Sanpete County Fair.