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Vidrio sentenced to prison for Nay murder ASHLEY STILSON
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PROVO — More than two years after the body of Wesley Nay was found buried in a grassy meadow near Indianola, Mt. Pleasant gang member, Raul Vidrio, the man responsible for his murder was sentenced to prison May 23. Judge James Taylor fixed Vidrio with a glare as he ordered the 22-year-old to serve at least 15 years to life for murder, a first-degree felony. “This particular case is an unusually heinous killing,” Taylor said. “It was calculated, it was planned and it involved him digging his own grave. It involved murdering him in a heinous and callous way.” Vidrio will also serve one-to-15 years for a second-degree felony of obstruction of justice and zero-to-five years for a third-degree felony of desecration of a body. Taylor ordered each sentence to run consecutively. Family members of Nay hugged one another and wept throughout the court hearing
in Fourth District Court. “Homicide is a very hard word to digest when it is someone you love,” said Laurie Moser. “It was devastating. I couldn’t control my tears at the heartbreaking news.” During the sentencing, she recounted a timeline of events from when her cousin went missing in September 2016, to finding his body the next month, to attending the funeral and testifying in court hearings. “It just rips my heart out. All the pain and anguish and why did all this happen to such a good-hearted kid?” she said. In a letter read to the courtroom, Nay’s mother said she knew something was wrong when her son was reported missing because he would never go anywhere without telling her. “It felt like my heart was ripped out of my chest and my soul was full of emptiness,” she said. Nay, 22, died from stabbing and blunt trauma, according to the State Medical Examiner’s
Office. According to charging documents, Vidrio reportedly “placed Nay’s body in a shallow grave lined with wood, doused it with gasoline and lit it on fire. Once Nay’s body was mostly destroyed and disfigured by the fire, the defendant partially filled in the grave, concealing Nay’s remains under several inches of dirt.” Investigators also found a video on Vidrio’s phone of Nay digging a hole in the area where he was found. A Utah County Sheriff’s Office detective and family members visited the grave site to cover the hole sometime after Nay’s funeral. “It was extremely hard to be at the location where Wesley was murdered,” Moser said. “I am very glad Wesley was found. It was good to know he could come home.” Deputies arrested Vidrio in September 2016 for stealing a truck and found “shovels, a pick and gas jugs” in the bed of the truck, the probable cause statement reported.
Raul Francisco Vidrio A large knife was also inside the truck with blood determined to belong to Nay, charges stated. Vidrio was a known drug dealer in Mt. Pleasant and also associated
with a specific gang, officers stated. Deputy Utah County Attorney David Sturgill said the judge imposed the maximum penalty allowed by law.
Wesley Dee Nay “Hopefully this means Raul will go away and do his time and we won’t have to hear from him again,” he said. “I think at the end of the day this is a good resolution.”
17th Annual Rat Fink reunion this weekend Body of missing Ephraim man found
Jacob Christensen EPHRAIM — Sanpete County Sheriff’s Department announced May 25 that the body of Jacob Alma Christensen was located at the bottom of Dry Canyon, west of Ephraim City. He was located by a search party organized by his family. Christensen was last seen May 10 while riding a 2015 red Polaris four-wheeler. His body has been sent to the medical examiner’s office. The cause of
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death has not been determined at this time but foul play is not suspected. Funeral services will be held on Saturday, June 1, at 11 a.m., in the Ephraim Sixth Ward of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, 450 North 200 West, Ephraim. Visitations will be held Friday, May 31, from 6:30 – 8:30 p.m. and prior to services Saturday, from 10-11 a.m., both at the church. The family has asked everyone who knew and loved him to plant a flower in his name. He loved flowers and wanted to plant them everywhere he went as his legacy.
MANTI — Three days of enjoyment await lovers of music and art during the 17th Annual Rat Fink Reunion Thursday, May 30, through Saturday, June 1, at the Rat Fink Store and Museum located at 404 East 300 North, and on Saturday in Manti City Park, 400 West 200 North. During the three-day event, visitors may certainly get their fill of amazing art and great live performances that can’t be seen elsewhere! This year’s reunion will not disappoint anyone, so plan now to drop in for a visit. The Rat Fink Store and Museum will be open each day of the reunion from 9:30 a.m.8:30 p.m., so visitors can certainly walk away with a ton of awesome memorabilia. Music will be provided throughout by JP Kennedy, the official Rat Fink DJ. Dozens of Rat Fink artists help to infuse the reunion with a unique level of energy, creativity and fun. There is certainly no other event that brings so many Rat Fink fans together to share their common interest! Thursday, May 30 At 10 a.m., the Rat Fink artists will be available to create special items for people. Visitors are encouraged to come see what the artists brought this year and meet and greet the artists. Shop in the Rat Fink Store, tour the Rat Fink Museum or enjoy one of the limited tours of the Roth residence. Interested runners can also register for the 5KFun Run. Early registration will qualify them for this year’s unique tee shirt. At 1 p.m., there will be two special items unveiled, first will be the Rat Fink BBQ created by Sjaak Klein Heerenbrink, a metal artist based in the Netherlands. Then the unveiling of the statue of Ed Roth, the Big Daddy himself, created by Tony Natsoulas from Sacramento, CA.
At 3 p.m., a live demonstration by Chad “Abnormal” Norman will show how to draw a Rat Fink. At 6 p.m., a live concert will be held by Kirk James “Bluzman” and a fundraising dinner for Dano Bonanno. Banana splits will be available at 8:30 p.m., then the store will close at 9 p.m., until morning. Friday, May 31 At 9 a.m., everyone who missed out the day before, can meet and greet with Rat Fink artists who can make customized personalized items. At 9:30 a.m., a special presentation for this year’s Rat Fink Hall of Fame will take place at the museum. Bob Bubins of the National Corvette Museum will be the guest speaker along with others TBA. The store will also be open and limited tours of the Roth residence will be available. At 11 a.m., there will be a photo shoot of all Corvettes. This photo will be on display in 2020 at the National Corvette Museum in Bowling Green, KY. At 11:30 a.m., Gene “Geno” Chambers and Mike “Mazooma” Babbel will give a pin striping demonstration. From 12:30 to 2 p.m., screened T-Shirt art will be created featuring Greg “Coop” Cooper. At the same time there will be a concert featuring “Summer of ‘89”. While visiting, be sure to check out the awards and auction displays by the Rat Fink Artists. At 2 p.m., plan to attend “Mariah’s Magical Tea Party.” At 6 p.m., dinner will be available and at that same time interested participants can register for the Rat Fink 5k Fun Run at the Roth residence, followed by the race at 7 p.m., at 400 North 300 East. Fun run awards will be presented at the museum after the race at about 8:15 p.m. At 8:30 p.m., banana splits will be available then the store will close at 9 p.m., until morning.
17th Annual Rat Fink Reunion brings avid Rat Fink artists to town for three full days of activities Thursday, May 30, thru Saturday, June 1, in Manti, at the Rat Fink Museum and store, 404 East 300 North, and on Saturday at Manti City Park, 400 West 200 North. Come see custom art as it is created. (Photo by Ray LaFollette, The Pyramid)
Tony Natsoulas stands next to the statue he created of Ed “Big Daddy” Roth which will be unveiled Thursday, May 30, at 1 p.m., in the Rat Fink Museum, 404 East 300 North, Manti. The 17th annual Rat Fink Reunion continues through Saturday, June 1. (Photo courtesy of Ilene Roth) Saturday, June 1 The reunion ends today, but not before lots of additional fun. At 8 a.m., before the museum and store open, the annual Rat Fink Car Show will begin in Manti City Park, 400 West 200 North. The Rat Fink Museum and Rat Fink Store will be open from 9:30 a.m. to 8:30 p.m. From 10 a.m. to 12 noon, the band “Junction 89” will perform a concert in the park followed by a live auction at 1 p.m. The car show awards will take place at 4 p.m.
At 5:30 p.m., with the car show wrapping up, a show car cruise will take place on Manti Main Street. At 6:30 p.m., enjoy a concert by “Junction 89” at the Roth Residence, 404 East 300 North, Manti. During the concert a fundraising dinner will be held for Ryan Dahlberg. Revelers will have another chance to enjoy more music, artists and food. Around 8:30 p.m., don’t miss out on the delicious banana splits after which the reunion wraps up at 9 p.m., till next year.
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Six County AOG seeks comments, sets hearing RICHFIELD — Six County Association of Governments (SCAOG) will accept public comment until June 25 on the Comprehensive Economic Development Strategy (CEDS). The DRAFT CEDS may be viewed at www.sixcounty.com , or at 250 North Main Suite B12, Richfield, UT.
CEDS is a guide to understand and improve the regional economy for the SCAOG, which includes Juab, Millard, Piute, Sanpete, Sevier, and Wayne counties. The CEDS serves as a regional economic development plan for creating a stronger, more diverse economy.
For direct questions or comments, contact Russ Cowley, at rcowley@sixcounty.com or (435) 893-0712. A Public Hearing will be held at 11:30 a.m., Tuesday, June 25, at 250 North Main Street Suite B14, Richfield. The purpose of the hearing will be to take public com-
ment concerning the DRAFT plan. In compliance with the Disability Act, individuals wishing to attend this meeting and who require special accommodations should contact Russ Cowley at least three (3) working days prior to the meeting.
Plan ahead to decontaminate boats encrusted with mussels at Lake Powell SALT LAKE CITY — Anyone who owns a large cabin cruiser or houseboat that has been in a slip at Lake Powell for more than a couple of weeks will need to do some advance planning and preparation before taking the boat out for an afternoon on the lake, especially if it will be leaving from Page, AZ; or Big Water, UT. Boat owners who have stored their boats at Lake Powell should expect to find a layer of quagga mussels on their watercraft. Mussels are reproducing throughout the entirety of the lake and with a lower water levels, more boats will have mussels attached to their vessels than in past years. Currently, the only known Utah water-body with quagga mussels is Lake Powell, and the Utah Division of Wildlife Resources (DWR) and Utah State Parks would like to keep it that way. “Lake Powell is low, and the mussels are reproducing,” Scott Dalebout, the Utah DWR statewide operations lieutenant, said. “They are spreading as fast as ever, so we all have to be diligent to stop them from spreading to other water bodies.” Boats that have been in Lake Powell must be professionally decontaminated by a state certified decontaminator and allow for a 30-day drying period before launching at other Utah lakes. However, even if a boat owner plans to only use their boat at Lake Powell, the Na-
tional Park Service does not allow a boat to re-enter the lake without the mussels first being removed off-site. If a boat has been docked in the water all winter, it will be heavily covered in mussels and will have to be cleaned before it is relaunched at Lake Powell. Otherwise, boat owners risk having their water-intake systems clogged, which will burn up motors, pumps and other equipment. While DWR offers several free stations where boaters can have their boats decontaminated if mussels are not attached, the staff cannot accommodate houseboats or other large watercraft, due to the time required to flush all systems and the high demand of day boater decontaminations. Owners of large boats will need to contact one of the two private businesses that offer decontamination: Mussel Busters or Antelope Point Marina Dry Storage. Mussel Busters is located at 811 Vista Ave, Page, AZ; call (928) 660-0942 or call Antelope Point Marina Dry Storage at (928) 645-5900 ext. 5032. Boat owners will need to schedule an appointment likely a few weeks in advance. After decontamination begins, the time to completion could range from a few hours to a couple of days — depending on the level of encrustation — and the cost will depend on the amount of time required to fully clean the boat.
Boating season is coming up and boat owners who store boats at Lake Powell need to plan ahead to get their boats decontaminated. Quagga mussels are still a problem, if a boat has been docked there for several weeks, it will likely be covered in quagga mussels. Boat owners will HAVE to get their boat decontaminated in the Lake Powell area before they can launch or transport it. (Graphic courtesy of Utah DWR) “A person cannot just show up and expect to be immediately decontaminated,” Dalebout said. “An appointment must be made well in advance. I would suggest planning and scheduling an appointment at least two weeks prior to when you want to actually remove your boat from the lake.” It is illegal to transport a boat in Utah that has quagga or zebra mussels attached to it and hasn’t undergone a professional state certified decontamination. So boat owners will have to have their boat decontaminated in the Lake Powell area, rather than transporting it to other parts of the state to be cleaned. It is a Class A misdemeanor for a person to move a watercraft with mussels, and individuals can face fines as well as their watercraft being seized. “If a person wants to remove
a houseboat or large cabin cruiser that has been in the lake for an extended amount of time, and they wish to remove it because it will most likely have mussels, it will need to be inspected and most likely decontaminated before moving,” Dalebout said. “We are in the busy season now, which means planning ahead is crucial.” Steps for decontamination To help prevent the spread of quagga mussels, after done boating at Lake Powell or anywhere out of state, the following must be done to decontaminate the boat: Clean Boaters should wipe all water, mud, plant materials and other debris from their boat. In particular, make sure to inspect the anchor and sea strainer. Please see MUSSELS, Page A3
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MANTI — Activities on the Sanpete County booking report are as follows: May 20 Jay Lynn Barney, Chester, was arrested in Chester by the Sanpete County Sheriff ’s Office on a Fourth District Court Warrant and charges of assault and possessions of marijuana and drug paraphernalia. Bail was set at $2,430. Harley Chase Heston, Tooele, was arrested in Sanpete County by the Gunnison Police Department on a Third District Court Warrant. No bail was set. Tyler Lee Nielson, Mt. Pleasant, was arrested in Sanpete County by the Mt. Pleasant Police Department on the
charge of theft. Bail was set at $1,950. Jeremy Tyler Prestwich, Moroni, was arrested in Moroni by the Moroni Police Department on charges of DUI, open container and possession/use of a weapon while under the influence. Bail was set at $2,250. John Peter Thompson-Nordquist, Marysville, was arrested in Ephraim by the Ephraim Police Department on charges of disorderly conduct, obstructing justice, possession of paraphernalia and controlled substance prohibited acts. Bail was set at $3,460. May 22 Richard Kenneth Huff, Elsinore, was arrested in Utah
County Jail by the Sanpete County Sheriff ’s Office on a Sixth District Court Warrant. Bail was set at $5,000. May 23 Acey Tia Demita, Mt. Pleasant, was arrested in Spring City by the Sanpete County Sheriff ’s Office on a Mt. Pleasant Justice Court Warrant and charges of internal possessions of methamphetamine, heroin and tetrahydrocannabinol (THC). Bail was set at $5,920. May 24 Pasefika Mika, Ephraim, was arrested in Moroni by the Moroni Police Department on an Iron County Justice Court Warrant. Bail was set at $399.
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Feeder Steers: 200-300 lbs scarce; 300-400 lbs 150.00-196.00; 400-500 lbs 134.50-176.00; 500-600 lbs 127.50-162.00; 600-700 lbs 130.00-161.00; 700-800 lbs 122.00-132.50; 800-900 lbs 110.00-131.00; 900-1000 lbs 115.00-125.00; 1000+ lbs 95.00-121.00. Prices for Salina Producers 680; feeder Steers: higher; Holstein steers: large Livestock Auction held May 21 heifers: higher; Holstein steers: frame 3: 300-400 lbs scarce; are as follows: scarce; slaughter cows: lower; 400-500 lbs scarce; 500-600 Receipts: 703; last week: slaughter bulls: lower. lbs 51.00-78.00; 600-700 lbs
Sanpete: What’s not to like? MERRILL OGDEN
Some people tell me that I am too optimistic in my attitude about life here in Sanpete County. They think that I’m unrealistic in how I “beat the drum” all the time about this being a great place to live. Some say I go overboard with it. I suppose that I must plead guilty to those charges. I do happen to believe that Sanpete is a distinctive and special place to call home. I do, however, enjoy travelling and visiting other places. I was in St. George this past Memorial Day weekend for a family event. That place seems to be continuing to grow quickly. Back in 1871, Brigham Young curiously directed that the St. George Temple of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints be built southeast of the existing town in what was a marshy bog. The fulfillment of Brigham Young’s statement (“prophecy”) that the location of the St. George temple, would be in the center of a city is more and more evident as time goes on. We have a temple here in Sanpete, in Manti. It’s a draw for some people. I’m not sure how fast our population is going to increase, but I hope it doesn’t get as congested and busy traffic-wise as St. George has become. Like I often say, it’s always fun to get out and away. But, it’s always nice to get back home to Sanpete. Sanpete is a “club” of approximately 30,000 people bonded by the obvious fact that we work, play, live and die together. We have connections with each other. I suppose that this isn’t a unique phenomenon. But sometimes it feels that way. I do believe that there are special feelings of camaraderie among our population, which bind us together. We sympathize with each other during the bad times and celebrate and congratulate during the good times. We are enough alike, regardless of differences, that it’s not too much of a stretch to call us one big Sanpete family. To a large degree, we know each other. Now, having said all of that — let me think for a moment. Is there a flip side to this opinion that Sanpete is so dang wonderful? If I were asked, “What don’t you like about Sanpete?” — What would I say? Here’s my list of some of my possible answers to that question: Things I don’t like about Sanpete 1) I put my foot in my mouth too often by offending people who are related to scarce; 700-800 lbs scarce; 800-1000 lbs scarce. Feeder heifers: medium and large frame 1-2: 200300 lbs scarce; 300-400 lbs 127.50-158.00; 400-500 lbs 122.50-156.00; 500-600 lbs 110.00-140.00; 600-700 lbs 95.00-132.00; 700-800 lbs 87.00-121.00; 800-900 lbs 80.00-116.00; 900-1300 lbs 82.75-101.50; heiferettes: 65.00-95.00; bred heifers scarce.
someone I’m talking about. (I’m still learning that I need to check the genealogy of people I’m talking with before I say something naughty about someone else. I know, I know — I should just stop saying naughty things about people. 2) I’ve just about memorized the wardrobe of everyone in the county. 3) Unless you build a new home, you are always going to be living in “the old Peterson house” (or whatever name is relevant). 4) No international airport. 5) No chairlift up Fairview Canyon for skiing/snowboarding. 6) No speed limits above 65 anywhere. 7) There are two too many traffic lights in the county. When the first traffic light was put into service in Ephraim, I knew that our world had changed. When the second county traffic light was installed in Mt. Pleasant, I was disappointed. I could no longer jokingly give driving instructions to out-of-county people and include the phrase “when you get to the light.” They would say, “What light?” – to which I’d respond, “The only light. There’s only one traffic light in the county.” 8) I can’t keep track of all the Scandinavian named people in Sanpete. (Olsen, Larsen, Jensen, Christensen, etc. It would help if people with these surnames would give their children unique or unusual first names. Old style Native American names could be used. If someone asked if I knew Running Bear Olsen or Little White Dove Christensen, I would know immediately whether I knew them or not. As it is, if someone asks if I know so and so Larsen, I often have to think hard about it and sort through the various family trees of that name. 9) No all-night restaurants. (Oh well, Denny’s isn’t all that far away in neighboring counties – as Sanpete’s youth prove over and over again). 10) People who move here to live in the country and then complain about country living. (Like people who make lists like this). So now you know. I am not completely, one hundred per-cent happy with life in Sanpete. But you can see that some of my unhappiness is in the realm of sarcasm. I keep telling people the astounding fact that you can get to anywhere in the world from right here in Sanpete. And as long as I can get out of the county once in a while, I’ll be happy to keep coming back to Sanpete as home. Stock cows: 53.00-81.00; pairs: 800.00-1285.00. Slaughter cows: boning: 80-90% Lean: scarce; breaking 75-80% lean: scarce; commercial: scarce; cutter 85-90% lean: scarce. Slaughter bulls: yield grade 1: 1000-1500 lbs scarce; 1500-2100 lbs 77.65 — 84.50; yield grade 2: 1400-2000 lbs 73.00 — 90.00; cutting bulls: 700-1050 lbs 97.50-114.00.
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Lovell ~ Anderson Wedding
DELTA-- Trent and Jamie Lovell, Delta, announce the marriage of their daughter, Alli Lovell, to Brendon Anderson, son of Pete and Heidi Anderson, Mt. Pleasant, Saturday, June 1, 2019, in the Payson Temple of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints. The couple is registered at Service Drug, Amazon and Home Depot.
Mt. Pleasant seniors MT. PLEASANT — Activities on the Mt. Pleasant Senior Citizen Calendar for the month of June are as follows: All senior citizens in the community are encouraged to attend activities at the center, 101 East 100 North, nominal yearly dues required. For more information, call Paula Wright at (435) 262-
9789 or Linda Jarman at (435) 262-0380. June 5, 6 p.m., Monthly dinner, dinner fee, entertainment by Sherri Boekweg; June 11, 1 p.m., Foot Clinic with Dr. Jolley; June 12, 3 p.m., Board meeting, need more help; June 19, 6 p.m., Potluck dinner and Bingo.
Hospital births GUNNISON—Babies born at Gunnison Valley Hospital are as follows: May 13 A boy, Jaxon Buster Sorensen, was born to David and Heidi Sorensen, Ephraim. He weighed seven pounds. May 14 A boy, Mark Thatcher Rob-
erts was born to McCoy and Michele Roberts, Centerfield. He weighed seven pounds and 11 ounces. May 17 A girl, Magnolia Tait McDonald, was born to Brady and McKeisha McDonald, Gunnison. She weighed seven pounds and two ounces.
Now -July 19 North Sanpete School District is sponsoring the summer foods program again this year. The program provides free lunches to all children ages 0-18. Parents may purchase a meal for themselves for $3.50. The program serves lunches five days per week. The program has started and runs through July 19. Lunches will not be served July 4th and July 5th due to the holiday. All children are encouraged
to attend and have parental supervision. Sites and times for lunch service are as follows: Mt. Pleasant City Park, 11:30-Noon; Fairview City Park, 12:15-12:45; Spring City Park, 12:15-12:45; Moroni Softball Park, 11:30-Noon; Mt. Pleasant Elementary/ Summer School Breakfast, 7:45-8:15, Lunch 11-11:45; Middle School/Summer School Breakfast, 7:45-8:15, Lunch, 11-11:30; Fountain Green Park: Noon-12:30.
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outboard engines retain water at all times. As a result, boats must remain out of the water for 30 days after a visit to Lake Powell before bring launched anywhere else in Utah, regardless of the time of year. If planning to go another lake or reservoir after visiting Lake Powell, the boat will be inspected again. If mussels are found, the boat will be decontaminated and may be quarantined. Why so bad? 1. Quagga mussels can plug water lines, even lines that are large in diameter. 2. If the mussels get into water delivery systems in Utah, it
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Drain Boaters are required to pull all drain plugs and leave them out during transport and storage after boating on Lake Powell. All water should be completely drained from ballast tanks, bilges and live wells. Boaters with outboard or inboard/outboard engines should drop the lower unit to drain those areas, as well. Also, flush and inspect the cooling intake or water system on the boat. Dry All boats with ballast tanks, inboard engines or inboard/
May 30-June 1 17th Rat Fink Reunion at Rat Fink Museum, Store and Roth residence, 404 East 300 North, Manti. Car show on Saturday, Manti City Park, 400 West 200 North. See artists show off their talents, bring items to be pinstriped, art auction, special attractions. Music throughout by JP Kennedy, official Rat Fink DJ. For more information, visit www.ratfink.com. June 1 9 a.m., Seventh annual Child Abuse Prevention fundraising golf tournament, shotgun start, four man scramble at Palisade State Park Golf Course, Sterling. For more information or to register, call Jordan Van Orman (435) 835-4653 or Joan Shand (435) 835-5211. Send donations to Friends of Children’s Justice Center, PO Box 292, Manti, UT 84642. 9 a.m.- 2 p.m., Giant Charity Yard Sale in Market Fresh parking lot, 475 South Main, Ephraim. Many great items have been donated. Come check it out. All proceeds will be donated to All One People, a local non-profit providing education opportunities to underprivileged youth in Kenya. June 1-30 Ephraim Co-Op Merchantile Association is celebrating their 30th anniversary featuring special exhibits of stories, pictures and special memories of events in the building. See the displays 10 a.m.-6 p.m., at 96 North Main, Ephraim. Admission is free. For more information, call (435) 283-6654. June 4 2-7 p.m., Blood drive at Mt. Pleasant North Stake Center, 461 North 300 West. Snacks and raffles. Child care provided. It only takes one hour to help save a life. Services provided by American Red Cross. Walkins welcome. For appointment, visit redcrossblood.org or text to (385) 201-4713. AA meetings Alcoholics Anonymous meet 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
will cost millions of dollars annually to remove them and keep pipes free, which can result in higher utility bills. 3. Quagga mussels remove plankton from the water, which supports fish species in Utah. 4. Mussels can get into a boat’s engine cooling system.
those whose lives have been affected by alcoholic behavior are encouraged to contact Central Utah Counseling Center, 390 W. 100 No., Ephraim. Contact Sam at 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. Bible Seekers Club 6:30 p.m., Wednesday Evening Kid’s Club for ages 5-12. Hosted by Heritage Baptist Church. Games, activities, music, snacks and Christ centered. Adults are welcome to stay and attend mid-week service while the kids are in club. 1045 Medical Drive (across the parking lot from Sanpete Valley Hospital) Mt. Pleasant. Call 462-9319 for details. Blood pressure clinics Free blood pressure clinics sponsored by Gunnison Valley Home Care are held monthly at the following locations: Manti Senior Center the second Wednesday of every month from 11:15 a.m. to 12:15 p.m. Gunnison Senior Center the third Thursday of every month from 11:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. Contact Krista at (435) 5283955. 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. For more information, contact David Powell, (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, visit www. isdup.org or contact Pat Olson at (435) 462-3134 or (435) 4691056. Employment workshops Department of Workforce Services (DWS), Manti, is offering free resume writing and
Once they do, they’ll foul the system and damage the engine. 5. When mussels die in large numbers, they stink. The sharp shells of dead mussels can also cut bare feet when walking along the beaches.
NOTICE TO BID Sanpete County is accepting sealed bids for the following vehicles:
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Dodge Volkswagen Chevrolet Ford Dodge Ford Chevrolet Ford Ford
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Sealed bids can be mailed or dropped off to the Sanpete County Auditor, 160 North Main, Suite 207, Manti, UT 84642. The deadline for bids will be 5:00 p.m., Tuesday, June 11, 2019. All bids will be opened by 9:00 am, Wednesday, June 12, 2019. Payment will be expected by 5:00 p.m., Thrusday, June 13, 2019. Vehicles can be viewed in the north parking lot of the Sanpete County Courthouse or on Sanpete.com/pages/ auditor. Vehicles will be sold as is and under no warranties. If you have any questions, please call Sanpete County Auditor at 435-835-2142. Sanpete County reserves the right to reject any and all bids.
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) 8350720. FG City Library Regular hours: Tuesdays 1-5 p.m.; Wednesdays and Thursdays 1-7 p.m. 1:15 p.m., Mondays, Story hour for ages 4-12, 10:45 a.m., Wednesdays, Preschool story hour for ages 2-5, at Fountain Green City Hall, 260 W. 100 N. 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) 462-2441 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) 385-0422. MP Public Library On-going programs include: 11:15 a.m., Mondays, Preschoolers and parents are encouraged to attend Story time, with songs, activities and treats; 1 p.m., each Monday, home school students get together for books, art, activities, discussions and treats; 9:30 a.m., fourth Wednesday each month, adult book club meeting; 4 p.m., first Thursday each month, T.A.C.O.S. teen group meeting; 4 p.m., second Thursday each month, T.A.C.O.S. book club meeting; 6 p.m., third Thursday each month, bedtime stories. Kids come with their families, in
pajamas, if they like, and enjoy stories, songs and a bedtime snack. For more information, call (435) 462-3340, or visit 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 Paula Wright at (435) 262-9789 or Linda Jarman at (435) 262-0380. NAMI National Alliance on Mental Illness (NAMI) support groups are a free resource providing support for individuals with mental health issues and also for their family and loved ones. Find strength with others who understand. Meetings are held next to Therapy West, 1050 South Medical Drive, Mt. Pleasant. Family Support Group meets first and third Thursdays at 7 p.m.; Connections Recovery Group meets second and fourth Thursdays at 6 p.m. Narconon Narconon reminds families that fentanyl overdoses are on the rise in almost every community nationwide. Fentanyl is the strongest synthetic opiate painkiller and is estimated to be 100 times more potent than morphine and 50 times stronger than heroin. To learn more about fentanyl abuse and how to help a loved one, visit http:// www.narconon-suncoast. org/blog/fentanyl-what-youneed-to-know.html. Narconon can help people take steps to overcome addiction in their family. Call today for free screenings or referrals at (888) 824-1621. 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 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.
Card Of Thanks The Sam and Bobbie Cox Family wish to thank you for your kindness and sympathy at a time when it was very much appreciated. Thanks to all our friends for your friendship and support as well as Rasmussen Mortuary, Sanpete Ambulance Service, Doctors, Sanpete Valley Hospital, Mt. Pleasant Second Ward Relief Society for the luncheon and Wells Fargo Bank. Sam Cox
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NOTICE OF QUIET TITLE ACTION
NOTICE OF TRUSTEE'S SALE
The following described property will be sold at public auction to the highest bidder, payable in lawful money of the United States at the time of sale, at the Sanpete County Courthouse, 160 North Main, Manti, UT 84642, on June 26, 2019, at 10:00 a.m. of said day, for the purpose of foreclosing a trust deed dated May 6, 2010, and executed by MCKADE LUSK AND SHAELENE LUSK, HUSBAND AND WIFE, as Trustors, in favor of JPMORGAN CHASE BANK, N.A. as Beneficiary, which Trust Deed was recorded on May 7, 2010, as Entry No. 170276, in Book 603, at Page 459, in the Official Records of Sanpete County, State of Utah covering real property purportedly located at 440 West 400 South, Mount Pleasant, Utah 84647 in Sanpete County, Utah, and more particularly described as: BEGINNING 96 FEET WEST FROM THE SOUTHEAST CORNER OF LOT 4, BLOCK 65, PLAT "A", MT. PLEASANT CITY SURVEY, SANPETE COUNTY, STATE OF UTAH; THENCE WEST 90 FEET, THENCE NORTH 165 FEET, THENCE WEST 28.50 FEET, THENCE NORTH 49.50 FEET, THENCE EAST 91.50 FEET, THENCE SOUTH 90 FEET, THENCE EAST 27 FEET, THENCE SOUTH 124.50 FEET TO THE POINT OF BEGINNING. Tax ID: 16330X1 The current Beneficiary of the trust deed is CARRINGTON MORTGAGE SERVICES, LLC, and the record owners of the property as of the recording of the Notice of Default are MCKADE LUSK AND SHAELENE LUSK, HUSBAND AND WIFE, AS JOINT TENANTS. Bidders must tender to the trustee a $20,000.00 deposit at the sale and the balance of the purchase price by 2:00 p.m. the day following the sale. Both the deposit and the balance must be paid to Lincoln Title Insurance Agency in the form of a wire transfer, cashier's check or certified funds. Cash payments, personal checks or trust checks are not accepted. DATED: May 14, 2019. LINCOLN TITLE INSURANCE AGENCY By: Shelby K. Irvin Its: Authorized Agent Telephone: (801) 476-0303 web site: www.smithknowles.com SK File No. 17-0535 Legal Notice 40149 Published in The Pyramid May 23, 30 and June 6, 2019.
The Utah Department of Alcoholic Beverage Control is accepting applications for a contracted agent to run a type 2 or 3 Liquor Package Agency in the Ephriam area for the State of Utah. Compensation for package agencies is based on type classification system and average monthly unit (bottle) sales. Payment is made by check at the beginning of each month, and from this amount, the agent is responsible for paying all expenses such as rent, utilities and labor. Product must sell for the same price as the state stores. Mark up of product is not authorized. Applications are available on line at www.abc.utah.gov or you can contact the main office at (801) 977-6800 to request an application. There is a 125.00 nonrefundable application fee. When filling out the application please check both Type 2 and Type 3. The type of agency will be determined during the interview process. All applications must be complete and submitted no later than June 21, 2019. You may contact Anita Knowley at 801-9776800 or at aknowley@utah.gov for more information.
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A quiet title action has been filed in the Sixth Judicial District Court of Sanpete County, Utah as Case No. 180600049 against the following property: Lot 1, SKYLINE HEIGHTS SUBDIVISION, PHASE 1B, according to the official plat thereof, filed in the office of the Sanpete County Recorder; Parcel No. 6000. The Plaintiff, Legacy Mountain Homeownersʼ Association, Inc., claims ownership of the above-described property and seeks to quiet title as to all other claims of ownership interest. If you believe you have a claim of ownership interest in the above-described property or otherwise wish to make an appearance in the quiet title action, you must contact Plaintiffʼs counsel within ten (10) days from the date of this publication. Plaintiffʼs counsel will then arrange for service of a copy of a summons and the Complaint upon you, which you will then be given an opportunity to answer. B. Scott Welker, Plaintiff’s counsel Vial Fotheringham, LLP 515 South 400 East, Suite 200 Salt Lake City, UT 84111 Telephone: (801) 355-9594 Email: Scott.Welker@VF-Law.com Legal Notice 39912 Published in The Pyramid May 16, 23 and 30, 2019.
NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING
TO ALL INTERESTED PERSONS: Brandon & Alyssa Ulibarri are Requesting Approval of a Zone Change of Their Property from Business Commercial to RA-1 Zone located Northeast of Fairview on Hwy 31. Property has approximately 1.36 Acres and Parcel #S21057x1. Don Perry is Requesting Approval of a Zone Change of his property from Agricultural Zone to Business Commercial Zone located East of Moroni on Hwy 116. Property has 5 Acres on Parcel #S25317x1. Chad Olsen & Jeremiah Blain are Requesting Approval of a Zone Change from RA-1 Zone to Business Commercial located South of Ephraim on Hwy 89. Property is Owned by P&J Olsen Properties and has approximately 14.85 Acres on Parcel #S6276. Jeremiah Blain is Requesting Approval of a Conditional Use Permit for a 10' X 30' Billboard to be put on property owned by Paul Harnett in the Business Commercial Zone on Hwy 89 North of Sterling on Parcel #S7271x4. Ronald Nelson is Requesting Approval of a Conditional Use Permit for a Recycling Center on property owned by Cache Valley Bank located approximately 11/4 miles South of Moroni on approximately 7.3 Acres in the Business Commercial Zone on Parcel #S25665. Robin B. Davis is Requesting Approval of a Plat Amendment to Change the Nathanael Subdivision From a Part-Time Subdivision to a Full-Time subdivision by Assigning Additional Water to each lot. Property is located in the RA-2 Zone Southeast of Fairview on Parcel #'s S61403, S61404, S61405, and S61406. Robert McDowell is Requesting Approval of a Plat Amendment to Combine his Lots into One Lot, Lot 2 (S20701X2) has 5.10 Acres and Lot 3 (S20701X3) has 11 Acres, in the Hawk Meadows Ranch Subdivision. Property is located in the Agriculture Zone on the East Side of Milburn Road in Milburn. Chris and Colter Davis are Requesting Approval of a Concept Plan for a Two Lot Major Subdivision located South of the Thatcher Subdivision in Axtell. Property is in the RA-2 zone on Approximately 9.51 Acres on Parcel S11019. Todd & Amy Anderson and Alta Terra Ranch LLC are Requesting for an Extension to their application for a Three Lot Cluster Subdivision and Phase Development Agreement for Future Lots. Property is located Northwest of Fairview in the A Zone on Parcel #S20948. A Public Hearing will be held on Wednesday, June 12, 2019 beginning at 6:30 P.M., in Room 101 of the Sanpete County Courthouse, 160 North Main, Manti, Utah. For more information, please contact Zoning Administrator Devan Fowles at 835-2115. Individuals needing special accommodations should contact Sandy Neill, County Clerk at (435) 835-2131 ext.5 at least three working days in advance. Dated this 23rd day of May, 2019 Sandy Neill Sanpete County Clerk Legal notice Published in The Pyramid May 30, 2019.
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+/- 1774 acres including Land for sale 19.16 acres, +/- 300 cultivated acres includes building site, prime five miles south of Gun- crop land, irrigation pipe, nison near Mayfield. 204 water shares and view of shares in the Mayfield Ir- the Horseshoe, forest and rigation District and 125 wildlife east of Spring City. shares in the Twin Lakes Asking $300,000. Call (435) R e s e r v o i r C o m p a n y . 262-0956. $2,520,000. Outdoor Motors Call (801) 715-9149. 17 ft Starfire boat, 165 horse power In-Out board The Utah Department of Alcoholic Beverage Control is Mercury Cruiser motor, 70 accepting applications for a contracted agent to run a hrs on motor, with trailer. type 2 or 3 Liquor Package Agency in the Ephriam area Call (435) 813-2118.
for the State of Utah. Compensation for package agencies is based on type classification system and average monthly unit (bottle) sales. Payment is made by check at the beginning of each month, and from this amount, the agent is responsible for paying all expenses such as rent, utilities and labor. Product must sell for the same price as the state stores. Mark up of product is not authorized. Applications are available on line at www.abc.utah.gov or you can contact the main office at (801) 977-6800 to request an application. There is a 125.00 nonrefundable application fee. When filling out the application please check both Type 2 and Type 3. The type of agency will be determined during the interview process. All applications must be complete and submitted no later than June 21, 2019. You may contact Anita Knowley at 801-9776800 or at aknowley@utah.gov for more information.
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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, PO Box 146300, Salt Lake City, UT 84114-6300, or by hand delivery to a Division office during normal business hours on or before June 26, 2019. Please visit waterrights.utah.gov or call (801) 5387240 for additional information. CHANGE APPLICATION(S) 65-990(a44667): Ephraim City, Ephraim City propose(s) using 24.1 ac-ft. from groundwater (Ephraim City) for MUNICIPAL: In Ephraim. 65-283(a44668): Ephraim City, Ephraim City propose(s) using 13.192 ac-ft. from groundwater (Ephraim City) for MUNICIPAL: In Ephraim. 53-916(a44675): Tate Farms Utah LLC propose(s) using 0.0117 cfs OR 897.89 ac-ft. from groundwater (4 miles North Fountain Green) for IRRIGATION; STOCKWATERING; DOMESTIC. 65-4090(a44748): Nicholas J. Barlow propose(s) using 1 ac-ft. from groundwater (North of Fairview City) for DOMESTIC; IRRIGATION. 65-4100(a44783): Harold Roy Herman and Margarett Jane Herman propose(s) using 0.00835 cfs OR 1 ac-ft. from groundwater (4 miles East of Fountain Green) for DOMESTIC; IRRIGATION. Kent L. Jones, P.E. STATE ENGINEER Legal notice 40560 Published in The Pyramid May 30 and June 6, 2019.
INVITATION TO BID
Gunnsion City is requesting bids for the 500 South project. Electronic copies of the bid documents will be made available on Ensign Engineeringʼs website at www.ensigneng.com/index.php/bid-access on Wednesday, May 30, 2019 at 1:00 p.m. Questions regarding bid document access should be directed to Kelly Chappell kchappell@ensigneng.com. A pre-bid conference will not be held, but Kelly Chappell. Ensign Engineering & Land Surveying, will be available and can be reached at kchappell@ensigneng.com or at 435.896.2983 for questions regarding this bid. Sealed bids are due on Tuesday, June 11, 2019 at 2:00 p.m. sharp. Late bids may not be accepted at the Cityʼs discretion. Sealed bids are to be delivered to Gunnison City, Attn: Mayor Lori Nay 38 West Center Street Gunnsion, UT; 84634. Bids must be accompanied by a Bid Bond equivalent to 5% of the total bid amount, and contractor qualifications as stated in the bid form. The bid must be clearly marked on the outside of the envelope “Gunnsion City 500 South Project”. The City reserves the right to waive any formalities and accept or reject any bid it deems in its best interest. NOTICE TO ALL PROSPECTIVE CONTRACTORS This project will be a FEDERALLY FINANCED COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT PROJECT. All rules and regulations governing such projects will be applicable. The contract is to be awarded to the lowest responsible and responsive bidder, whose bid meets the requirements and criteria set forth in the request for bids. Requirements for prevailing wage rates and certified payrolls apply as it is subject to the Davis-Bacon Act. Also, work to be completed under this project is subject to the requirements of Section 3 of the Housing and Urban Development Act of 1968, the purpose of which is to ensure employment and other economic opportunities generated by HUD-assisted projects shall, to the greatest extent feasible, be directed to low- and very low-income persons, particularly persons who are recipients of HUD assistance for housing. All contractors participating in this project must have a Data Universal Numbering System (DUNS) number and be registered on the federal System for Award Management (SAM) at sam.gov. Janell Braithwaite Gunnison City Recorder Legal notice 40602 Published in The Pyramid May 30, 2019.
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Paper clover program raises $917,954 for 4-H youth BRENTWOOD, TN — Hundreds of 4-H youth from across the country will have the opportunity to participate in valuable hands-on learning experiences as a result of Tractor Supply Company’s Paper Clover spring fundraiser. Tractor Supply customers and team members raised $917,954 in only 12 days during the recent Paper Clover campaign by making donations in-store and online across the country. A biannual program, Paper Clover is in partnership with the National 4-H Council. “Tractor Supply customers and team members continue to show support to 4-H youth through the Paper Clover campaign because they recognize the lasting impact that 4-H programs have on youth in their communities,” said Christi Korzekwa, senior vice president of marketing at Tractor Supply Company. “The impact of the Paper Clover program is proven by the important opportunities it presents to 4-H youth nationwide. We are proud to work with our customers and team members to
make a difference in the lives of these young people.” This spring, Tractor Supply customers and team members purchased paper clovers—the emblem of 4-H—for a donation during checkout at stores nationwide or through purchases made online at TractorSupply. com. Dollars collected during Tractor Supply’s Paper Clover event fund scholarships for numerous state-level 4-H programs, and every donation benefits youth within the state it was collected. Scholarships are used for camps and leadership experiences where attendees learn everything from animal care and woodworking to networking practices and civic responsibility. “Programs like Paper Clover are key to supporting the development of our youth’s skills and passions, and we are beyond grateful to Tractor Supply, which continues to help us provide hands-on learning experiences for our kids,” said Jennifer Sirangelo, president and CEO of National 4-H Council. “By presenting
Jacob A. Christensen 1981~2019 EPHRAIM-- Our beloved son, brother, uncle and friend, Jacob Alma Christensen, passed away Saturday, May 25, 2019, in the beautiful mountains, west of Ephraim, overlooking the Manti LDS Temple, both of which he loved so much. Jacob was born Aug. 9, 1981, to Shirley Rae Bronson Westenskow and John Paul Christensen in Salt Lake City, UT. He was all boy! He had more energy than any three kids combined, always on the move. He loved organizing the large group of neighborhood kids in everything from riding a zip line in our back yard that ended in hitting a tree, to swimming in the fish pond east of Mt Pleasant. He loved climbing trees, visiting neighbors, and any and every adventure he could find! He was also a great snuggler. Heʼd wake up in the morning and crawl into his motherʼs lap, dragging a full size Star Wars bedspread as a security blanket and let her kiss his cheeks as many times as she wanted. He loved people, and people loved him. He was a brilliant streak of light with a smile as shining as the fires he lit in the yard…several times. He was always on the move, and everything was an adventure! One year, he broke his arm one year, then immediately broke the cast trying to bat a baseball with it, and even jumped in to go swimming cast and all. We finally had to make it three layers thick! Another time he broke his leg which didnʼt stop him from riding a bike all over the neighborhood, popping wheelies and teetering with both hands in the air! Once he caught the cast in the spokes of his tire, throwing him over the handle bars and onto the pavement. He came up laughing and crying at the same time! He loved the outdoors, just like his dad, and never tired of camping, fishing, hiking and hunting. He learned to rock climb, went on week-long backpacking/canoe trips with friends and hiked over the mountains from Scipio to Oak City several times. He loved life and all it had to offer him. He attended Snow College, earning his Bachelor of Science degree and attended Utah State University, studying psychology. He served for the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints in the Atlanta Georgia Mission and you could always hear a little southern drawl when he spoke in public. Most recently he worked as a cattle ranch hand near the mountains he loved. He was so devoted to and proud of his work, his boss, and the Brahma bulls he felt a kinship with. He loved his family and friends unconditionally, and was generous with his time and his love. He was brilliant with a near-genius IQ, the wisdom of a shaman, and a photographic memory, He was a great scriptorian and had vast knowledge of many religions. We all learned so much from him! He is survived by his parents: John (Julie) Christensen, and Shirley (Lloyd) Westenskow; siblings: Sonnie (Ryan) Jardine, Alice (Casey) Thurber, CJ (Tiana) Christensen, Elizabeth (Martin) Oelofsen, Adam (Nikkie) Higham, Whit (Cari) Higham, Kira (Jason) Romero, Hanna (Sage) Lund, Nathan Westenskow, Tiffany (Jesse) Westenskow, Jeremy (Alie) Westenskow, Travis (Tiff) Westenskow, Michael Westenskow, Kasey (Daile) Westenkow, and Lorna (Michael) Martin; 35+ nieces and nephews; grandmothers: Sonja Bronson, Betty Westenskow and Bonnie Whitaker. He was preceded in death by a sister, Valerie Lynn Fierro; nephew, Cory Fierro; grandparents, Chesley Ray and Sharen P. Christensen, Marvin Bronson, and Ed Whitaker. Funeral services will be held at 11 a.m., Saturday, June 1, in the Ephraim Sixth Ward, 450 North 200 West, Ephraim. Visitations will be held Friday from 6:30-8:30 p.m., and Saturday from 10-11 a.m. both at the church. We ask everyone who knew and loved him to plant a flower in his name. He loved flowers and wanted to plant then everywhere he went as his legacy. Please send photos of the flowers you plant to: swestenskow@gmail.com. Online condolence rasmussenmortuary.com.
4-H youth with learn-by-doing programming, we give them the tools they need to become tomorrow’s leaders.” Now in its 10th year, the Paper Clover campaign has raised $13.2 million for 4-H youth nationwide due to the commitment and in-store participation of Tractor Supply customers, team members and local 4-H groups. The second 2019 Paper Clover event will be held this fall, from Oct. 9 –20. For more information, visit www.TractorSupply.com/4H. About 4-H 4-H, the nation’s largest youth development organization, grows
confident young people who are empowered for life today and prepared for career tomorrow. 4-H programs empower nearly six million young people across the U.S. through experiences that develop critical life skills. 4-H is the youth development program of our nation’s Cooperative Extension System and USDA, and serves every county and parish in the U.S. through a network of 110 public universities and more than 3000 local Extension offices. Globally, 4-H collaborates with independent programs to empower one million youth in 50 countries. The research-backed
Gary A. Merrill 1956 - 2019 OREM-- Gary Aaron Merrill, 62, passed away May 23, 2019, in Orem, UT. He was born Nov. 5, 1956, to John Dean and Rose Marie (Franszczak) Merrill, in Waukesha, WI. Gary loved family, and little children. He had a very big heart and was always willing to help everyone, with whatever he could. He also had a special love for old fancy cars. He is survived by his siblings, Dean (Myrth) Merrill; Dennis (Debbra) Merrill; Terry (Elona) Merrill; Cathy (Wayne) Scholle; Jennifer Cornelius; Joel (Kristina) Merrill. He was preceded in death by his mother and father, and one great-nephew. Graveside services and interment will be held at 10 a.m., Monday, June 3 in Chester Cemetery, Chester UT. Online condolence rasmussenmortuary.com.
Freddie A. Keller 1934~2019 MANTI-- Freddie Ann Merz Keller, age 85, passed away May 25, 2019. Our loving mother was born Feb. 7, 1934, in Mt. Pleasant, UT; to Monte Merz and Cleo Staker Merz Ream. She was a wonderful, loving, devoted mother, grandmother, great-grandmother, great-great-grandmother and friend. Her children, grandchildren and greats were her life. She graduated from North Sanpete High School, class of 1952. She married the love of her life, Kendall J. Keller, Nov. 17, 1952, in Manti, UT. They had 52 years together. Dad passed away Aug. 29, 2004. Mom missed dad deeply. Together they were blessed with four wonderful, loving children. Mom was a past Cub Scout den mother, scouting and PTA secretary in Manti Elementary. She served on the Sanpete County Jury Commission and also on the Manti City Beautification Committee for several years. She loved gardening and had won many exemplary awards from Manti City and the Salt Lake Tribune for her efforts in maintaining her yard year after year. She loved the outdoors and spent many good times with family and friends at their cabin in the Manti-LaSalle Mountains. She would spend a lot of time out in the hills looking for arrowheads. That was her quiet time. Mom was always at dadʼs side while they owned and operated their farm; helping dad with the cattle, turkeys and farming. She is survived by her children; Lynn Keller (Franz) Siep, Midway; Stephen Keller, Manti; Kim Keller (Ken )Gilbert, Manti; Dan (Jodie) Keller, Salt Lake City. She is also survived by a brother, Sheral “Oscar” (Alaine) Merz, Salt Lake City; 11 grandchildren, 22 greatgrandchildren, two great-great-grandchildren, many nieces and nephews. She was preceded in death by her husband, father, mother, step-father, Tom Ream; sister-in-law Marilyn Keller Madsen; and in-laws Curtis (Lila) Keller. Her love and memory will continue to live on always with her family. How do we tell the single most important women in our lives what a difference she made, or how many times the sound of her voice has lifted our spirits and given us courage to keep following the path of our dreams? How do you find the words to thank her for the sacrifices she made and for the many ones she never told us of and the countless times she has put our needs before her own? Mom, we canʼt put into words the way we feel about you but we hope you always knew in your heart how much we loved you, respected you, and thank you for the countless ways youʼve helped make our lives what it is today. -We Love You MomOur many thanks to the ICU staff at Utah Valley Hospital. The urgency and compassion that you gave our mother will not be forgotten. Funeral services will be held at 12:00 Noon, Saturday, June 1, in the Ephraim Church of the Bible, 400 South 400 East. A viewing will be held at 11 a.m., prior to services at the church. Interment will be in the Manti City Cemetery. Online condolence rasmussenmortuary.com.
4-H experience grows young people who are four times more likely to contribute to their communities; two times more likely to make healthier choices; two times more likely to be civically active; and two times more likely to participate in STEM programs. For more information, visit https://4-h.org, or find 4-H on Facebook and Twitter. About Tractor Supply Co. Tractor Supply Company (NASDAQ: TSCO), the largest rural lifestyle retailer in the United States, has been pas-
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N. Gloria Fackrell 1926~2019 LAYTON-- Our Sweet Mom and Grandmother, Norma Gloria Atkinson Fackrell, passed away May 24, 2019, in Layton, UT. She was born on Oct. 15, 1926, to John Wright Atkinson and Hettie Catherine Turknett. She grew up in Wesconnett, FL; (about 12 miles out of Jacksonville, FL) and was the sixth-of-seven children in her family. She met Joseph Charles Fackrell Jr., while he was stationed at the Naval Air Station in Florida and they were married on July 20, 1948, in the Idaho Falls Temple. Gloria is survived by five wonderful children Joseph, John, Joyce, Jim and Steve; 16 grandchildren and many beautiful great-grandchildren who love their Grandma very much. Gloria loved her family very much and was a lifelong member of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints. She lived her testimony and was a wonderful example of loving, selfless service. The Gospel in her words was "My Life" and she truly had charity. She loved painting, and gardening, especially her black eyed peas and tomatoes. She enjoyed The Lawrence Welk Show, Red Lobster and her cruises to Hawaii. She is a wonderful, amazing woman, and we will miss her very much. Funeral services will be held at 11 a.m., Wednesday, May 29 at Rasmussen Mortuary, 96 North 100 West, Mt. Pleasant. A viewing will be held at 9:30 a.m., at the mortuary prior to services. Interment to follow in the Mt. Pleasant City Cemetery. Online condolences at www.rasmussenmortuary.com.
Reed F. Christensen 1938~2019 MORONI-- Our loving husband, father, and grandfather, Reed Forest Christensen, 80, passed away May 27, 2019 at his home in Moroni, UT; after a valiant battle with cancer. He was born June 1, 1938, to Forest Franklin and Virginia Ruesch Christensen and had a wonderful childhood in Moroni, growing up with good friends. He married his eternal companion, Myrla Eliason, in the Logan Temple of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints Aug. 21,1963. They later welcomed two children, nine grandchildren, and four great-grandchildren to their family. Reed was an active member of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints. In his youth, he received the Eagle Scout award and faithfully served in the Gulf States Mission. Throughout his life, he enjoyed many other callings, including serving as bishop in the Ephraim YSA Stake and an ordinance worker in the Manti Temple. He valued education and graduated from Moroni High School and Snow College. He went on to receive a degree in agricultural economics from Utah State University and later graduated from the Pacific Coast Banking School in Seattle, WA. He started his career in the banking industry, working for First Security Bank in Monroe, Nephi, and Moroni. After an early retirement from banking, Reed went to work doing what he truly loved-farming. He learned the art of hard work at an early age from his father and worked with him raising cattle, sheep, and turkeys. He loved animals and always had a dog at his side. Reed was actively involved in community affairs. He served in the Lions Club, Kiwanis Club, Juab County Hospital Board, Juab County Chamber of Commerce, and the Moroni City Council. More than anything, Reed loved to be with his family, whether at home, in the mountains, at the farm, or on vacation. Together they built a beautiful cabin and took numerous trips as a family. As dear to him as family, were classmates, Nephi friends, and lifelong chums. He cherished their association. He is survived by his wife of 55 years, Myrla; children, Marilee (Chris) Larsen, Michael (Celeste) Christensen; grandchildren, great-grandchildren, and sisters, Arlene (Terry) Johansen, and Jeannine (Larry) Hansen. He was preceded in death by his parents and parentsin-law. The family would like to give a special thanks to family, friends, and associates who have shown their love and concern during this difficult time, all the health care professionals who have aided in Reedʼs care, and Rasmussen Mortuary for their compassionate service. Funeral services will be held at 11 a.m., Tuesday, June 4 in the Moroni Stake Center, 82 North Center Street. Friends may call from 6-8 p.m., Monday, June 3 and from 9-10:30 a.m., Tuesday, June 4, at the stake center prior to services. Interment will be at the Moroni City Cemetery. Online condolences at rasmussenmortuary.com.
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Juveniles steal Fairview resident’s car RAY LAFOLLETTE
The Pyramid
FAIRVIEW — A silver 2008 Chrysler Sebring sedan was stolen during the night from the home of Jesse Roberts, Fairview, according to Sanpete County Sheriff’s department report on May 19. At that time, the vehicle was listed in the nation-wide database as stolen to alert any law enforcement that may come in contact with it.
On May 22, it was reported that the vehicle had been found in the Kanab area. Investigators in Kanab believe the same suspects stole another vehicle, the personal vehicle of a law enforcement officer in that area. Updated information received May 28 reported that the vehicle stolen by the pair in Kanab was found in Cedar City and it is believed the juveniles hitch-hiked on a semi-truck from there and
are still on the lam. Law enforcement officials believe there were other juveniles in the Salt Lake City area who planned to meet up with the runaways but didn’t end up going through with the scheme. The reported suspects are two juvenile boys who ran away from the Pine Ridge Behavioral Health youth home located at 10380 East 22000 North, Fairview. Sanpete County Sheriff’s
Department reports that this type of scenario has happened frequently as long as there have been youth homes in the county. According to Detective Derick Taysom, “It is not uncommon for the juveniles to steal a vehicle when they run away. If we (Sanpete County Sheriff’s Office) have had a runaway report and a vehicle is missing the next day, the juveniles are always our #1 This silver 2008 Chrysler Sebring was recently stolen during suspect.” the night from the home of Jesse Roberts, Fairview.
Free fishing day June 8, catch the big one SALT LAKE CITY — A fishing license is not required on Free Fishing Day, Saturday, June 8. If it’s been years since going out fishing, or one has never fished before, mark the date on the fishing calendar. Randy Oplinger says even experienced anglers should mark June 8 on their calendars. He says early June is one of the best times of the year to fish in Utah, which makes Free Fishing Day the perfect time to take someone who doesn’t have a fishing license fishing. “Bring a spouse, a teenager or a friend to introduce to
fishing,” says Oplinger, sport fisheries coordinator for the Division of Wildlife Resources, “Free Fishing Day is a great day and way to do it.” Community Lake The U.S. Forest Service is sponsoring a Free Fishing Day event which includes a fishing contest. It will be held at Community Lake (sometimes called Lake Hill Pond), in Ephraim Canyon, about five miles east of Ephraim. Registration begins at 9 a.m. The fishing contest starts at 10 a.m. Food and prizes will be available. Anglers must bring
their own fishing equipment and bait. Before the event, the DWR will stock the pond with trout. For more information, call the Sanpete Ranger District office at (435) 283-4151. Special events People who don’t have any fishing equipment, or would like some help fishing can attend one of the special events planned to take place that day. Oplinger says, “Volunteers who can help anyone fish will be available at most events. Before the events, many of these waters will be stocked with
fish.” To discover where the events are, which the DWR is involved with, anglers can learn more by visiting the DWR’s Facebook page at www.facebook.com/ UtahDWR. Fishing basics If the plan is to pick up a rod and reel and fish on June 8, several websites provide videos and other instruction that teach the basics of fishing. One of the best is www.takemefishing.org/how-to-fish/how-tocatch-fish. Fishing reports Anglers can stay updated on
fishing in Utah, by reading the DWR’s fishing reports at www. wildlife.utah.gov/hotspots. Two additional websites: http://www.bigfishtackle. com and http://utahwildlife. net also provide up-to-date fishing information. Learn the rules Anglers won’t need a license to fish on June 8, but the remaining fishing rules in Utah will be in effect. The rules are available in the 2019 Utah Fishing Guidebook. To get the free guidebook visit www. wildlife.utah.gov/guidebooks. “If anyone has questions
Want to make some memories? Take the kids or grandkids along on Free Fishing Day Saturday, June 8. about a rule or about fishing in Utah,” Oplinger says, “please give our offices a call. We’d be happy to help.” A list of DWR offices is available at www.wildlife.utah.gov/ about-us/contact-us.html.
Ashlyn Bailey selected as 2019 Miss Moroni MORONI — Ashlyn Bailey, as 2019 Miss Moroni. Ashlyn She is a junior at North Sandaughter of Paul and Rachel is the youngest of four children pete High School, where she Bailey, was recently selected and the only girl. plays on the volleyball team and is a cheerleader. She loves to dance, tumble and spend time with her three-year-old niece. She is a tumbling coach at a gym in Moroni and models clothing at a local clothing store. As a freshman and soph-
omore, Ashlyn lettered in drill team as a North Sanpete Spiriteer, while simultaneously being a member of the North Sanpete Volleyball team. She is an honor student and holds a GPA of 3.5 or above. She participated in the leadership course at the high school where she helped promote community
service and performed outreach at local elementary schools. Ashlyn says she loves the town she was born and raised in and is excited to represent the community as Miss Moroni. Grandparents are David and Eddi Bailey and Bill and Janice Wilkerson, all of Moroni.
Ashlyn Bailey selected as 2019 Miss Moroni
‘Glinda’ retires from FG Elementary
Susan Jacobson
FOUNTAIN GREEN — Glinda the good witch, aka Susan Jacobson, is retiring this year from Fountain Green Elementary, where she has been a teacher for the past 15 years with a total of 18 years of experience. Jacobson is not only an incredible teacher, but is also an incredible person, a treasure the school will miss. Jacobson has a Glinda the good witch dress and has worn
it on occasion during her teaching career teaching kindergarten, first and second grades. For one very lucky group of students that graduated from North Sanpete High School this year, she was their kindergarten, first and second-grade teacher. They still consider themselves lucky to have gotten so much of her time. Jacobson has always been a dedicated educator, often one of
the first teachers in the building in the morning, and the last to leave. It wasn’t unusual to see her there on weekends too. In her efforts to be an excellent teacher, she has worked hard, attended training and worked with coaches to reach the needs of all her students. As an exceptional reading teacher, it should be noted that at the end of last year, 100 percent of Jacobson’s second grade students were making typical or above typical growth in their reading. She was more than just a teacher of reading and math, Jacobson taught her students to be good citizens. Two signs hanging in her room say, “When I Do Good, I Feel Good” and the other is the “Golden Rule”. Jacobson’s classroom was all about kindness and treating each other as people want to be treated. She didn’t just teach her students the words to these rules, she modeled them in every aspect of her life. She is a dedicated colleague, friend, and neighbor and was always the first one to volunteer to bring a pot of soup or crock pot full of nacho meat to a PTA or Community Council event. She always wanted to know what she could bring for a potluck when the school had faculty parties. Her famous Christmas dip was anxiously awaited every year. Fountain Green Elementary is losing a treasure and will miss Jacobson’s quiet, peaceful spirit and her determination to work hard every day for all students. She truly is a remarkable teacher and is Fountain Green Elementary School’s 2018-2019 teacher of the year.