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Wednesday, June 16, 2021 • Vol. 130, No. 23 • Free
Creating a Community That Cares in North Sanpete BY GLORIA ALBRECHT
The Pyramid
The national Communities That Care (CTC) initiative is helping atrisk youth throughout the country. The system plans and marshals community resources to address and prevent problematic behavior in youth through a variety of programs and initiatives. The main goal of CTC is to create a “community prevention board comprising public officials and community leaders to identify and
HELPING OTHERS
Sanpete Pantry outreach in Moroni Thursday
reduce risk factors while promoting protective factors.” On Monday, June 7th 2021 the newly formed North Sanpete CTC Coalition met for the first time in Mt. Pleasant City Hall. The coalition’s mission statement is “Create A Community That Cares,” and the community leaders who attended Monday’s meeting discussed the needs across the county, risk factors to youth and population growth. It was the tip of the iceberg. Sub-
sequent meetings will be held the first Monday of each month. The North Sanpete CTC coalition is committed to move forward with enhanced programs and services for at risk youth of our community, reaching into family services to support youth from within the family unit as well. Among the community leaders who attended the first meeting were mayors, police chiefs, school counselors, and executives from the Mt. Pleasant li-
brary, North Sanpete Hospital, the Sanpete County Outreach program, and the Sanpete Pantry, all from North Sanpete County. Each member of the coalition took a few minutes to outline the services and programs available from their department and the challenges they face in reaching the citizens of North Sanpete. In the future, The Pyramid will help outline how and where CTC is providing programs and services
and how to access them. Suicide, drug abuse, alcohol abuse and mental health are being targeted. There is a big focus on kids’ programs and family time. The lack of “basic needs” has been identified as raising risk factors for these problems. The Coalition is committed to offering and enhancing resources that help families and individuals who are experiencing difficulty, thereby building a better future for the entire county.
MANTI-LA SAL NATIONAL FOREST
Bennion Creek fire contiunes to burn
BY GLORIA ALBRECHT
The Pyramid
The Sanpete Pantry continues the Mobile outreach program will be at the following location Thursday evening. Date: Thursday, June 17. When: 6:30 to 7:30 p.m. Where: Moroni Trailer Park. The Sanpete Pantry attributes the success they had last month to the generous community support not only in donations but in time and effort that many so graciously gave to those in need. Please get the word out to all those who you think would benefit from being able to come and get food for their families. CONTRIBUTED PHOTO
A large air tanker (VLAT) drops retardant on Division Zulu.
GUNNISON VALLEY HOSPITAL BIRTH ANNOUNCEMENTS Name: Watson Skylar Bogh
Name of Parents: Skylar and Elizabeth Bogh Town: Centerfield DOB: 05/20/21 Sex: Male Weight: 5 lbs 9 oz
Name: Kori Leanne Rogers
Name of Parents: Jayden and Krysta Rogers Town: Gunnison DOB: 05/23/2021 Sex: Female Weight: 6 lbs 1 oz
Name: Rooney Burke Lyon
Name of Parents: Laramy and Brittan Lyon Town: Sterling DOB: 05/27/2021 Sex: Female Weight: 8 lbs 12 oz
Name: London Paige Southwick
Name of Parents: Weston and Kemree Southwick Town: Monroe DOB: 06/01/2021 Sex: Female Weight: 8 lbs 7 oz
On Sunday, the first of several forecasted days of Red Flag conditions tested fire control lines on the Bennion Creek fire, which is burning northwest of Scofield Reservoir. The fire is located in rugged country between Skyline and Starvation roads, on the Manti-La Sal National Forest. One evacuation order and several closures remain in effect for areas affected by the fire. Firefighters are working aggressively to contain the fire, protect structures, and mop up perimeter lines. Today, a large pocket of unconsumed fuels burned on the southeast side of the fire. Firefighters protected Sugar House Camp structures in the area, and prevented fire from crossing east of Starvation road or south of Forest Road 0008. Crews also enhanced protection measures for structures in the Bennion Creek camp. Planning and preparation for potential future protection of structures around Scofield Reservoir continued. For public safety, Aspen Cove has been evacuated. The evacuation order will be reevaluated daily
COLIN DUNN, U.S. FOREST SERVICE
The Bennion Fire burning through a mixed conifer stand bordered by Quaking Aspen on June 8. The Bennion Creek Fire, reported June 4, is at 1,371 acres burned along the Bennion Creek drainage area. depended of the fire’s activity. No growth occurred in the portion of the fire east of Starvation Road. Crews mopped up residual heat from Saturday’s successful burnout along the west side of Starvation Road. On the south side of the fire, crews continued to construct fireline along the 0008 road at the heads of Kelly Canyon and Bennion Creek drainages. Scouting of additional control features west
of Starvation Creek is ongoing. On the north side, crews worked to secure and improve handline and dozer line, and scout for opportunities for additional control lines. Crews will remain on the fireline overnight to perform structure protection and fire suppression work. Two CL415 Canadair super scooper aircraft helped firefighters control the most active parts
of the fire today. Two heavy, two medium, and one light helicopter also supported suppression efforts today. A temporary flight restriction remains in place over the fire. Smoke is visible in the surrounding communities and from Highway 6. Starvation road, Bennion Ridge road, Forest Road 0008(Bear Ridge Road), and Fish Creek Trail are closed for public & firefighter safety. With parts of Utah experiencing extreme dry conditions not seen since the 1930’s dust bowl era, please be cautious with ignition sources while outdoors, and remain clear of the fire area. Current Staffing: Handcrews: 8 Engines: 8 Helicopters: 5 Dozer: 1 Closures: Bennion Ridge Road, Forest Road 0008 (Bear Ridge Road), Starvation Road, and Fish Creek Trail. Evacuations: The Aspen Cove subdivision has been evacuated; its status will be re-evaluated tomorrow evening.
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