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We A r e S a n p e t e . c oGUNNISON m VALLEY HOSPITAL Wednesday, June 29, 2022 • Vol. 131, No. 26 • Free
BIRTH ANNOUNCEMENTS
Name: Guy Jennings Harris
Name of parents: James and Nadia Harris Town: Loa DOB: 06/17/2022 Sex: Male Weight: 7 pounds 14 ounces
Name: Darci Mei Makana Ha’o
Name of parents: Nelson and Kaite Ha’o Town: Monroe DOB: 06/19/2022 Sex: Female Weight: 7 lbs 2 oz
BLM invites the public to tour wild horse corrals in Axtell Memorial service at Indianola Valley Fire Station COURTESY KEN WILCOX
Neighbors in north Sanpete communities and representative fire and EMT trucks from several Sanpete County Departments gathered at dusk on June 15 at the Indianola Valley Fire Station.
BY GRACIELA TORINO MEYERS
Auxiliary Volunteer, IVFD
FAIRVIEW — Neighbors in north Sanpete communities and representative fire and EMT trucks from several Sanpete County Departments gathered at dusk on June 15 at dusk at the Indianola Valley Fire Station to
honor the memory of one of its newest members, Kari Foster, who passed away unexpectedly at her home in Fairview Ranchos on June 11. The memorial was organized by colleagues of Foster, and was attended by over 100 participants, former firefighters, and
donors. The ceremony included a dedication and planting of a memorial tree, a presentation of the flag to the family, relevant poems and music, a candlelight meditation period, and a closing parade of lit up firefighting vehicles reverently driving past he Foster residence.
Ken Wilcox, a local professional videographer documented the event, and provided the accompanying photo. The Foster family and the members of the IVFD wish to express their heartfelt gratitude for the support and generous sentiments shared at this event.
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Youth sports engagement: What’s right for my child? BY EVA TIMOTHY
USU Extension Assistant Professor
Sports participation and viewing have long been traditions in most cultures, bringing people of all backgrounds together. Participation in sports can build character in youth and benefit them in multiple ways, but parents who want to provide enriching opportunities for their children may have questions about the pros and cons of sports. What if a child does not care for the competition that comes with organized sports? What if they get hurt? Is there a way to keep youth physically active outside of sports? Consider this list of pros and cons. Pros of participating in sports: Participating can help prevent obesity through regular physical activity. Approximately 75% of U.S. youth play a sport. Exposure to many sports is physically and mentally beneficial for young children. It’s a good way for youth to have fun. It reduces screen time, eating out of boredom, and mental health concerns. Athletes are more likely to do well in school, avoid drugs, and make healthier food choices. Females are less likely to experience teen pregnancies when they participate in sports. Coaching does not require special training, certification, or skill for most adults who wish to fill the role. Sports build character, the ability to work well with others, and mutual respect among peers. Cons of participating in sports: The risk of injuries is high. By age 15, 80% of youth stop playing sports. Too much emphasis can be placed on winning and being highly skilled. Busy schedules lead to eating more processed and less healthy meals. Adolescent sports participation disparities exist between races. The cost can be a burden on families. Lack of adult training can lead to sports injuries and youth attrition. Negative experiences can oc-
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Participation in sports can build character in youth and benefit them in multiple ways, but parents who want to provide enriching opportunities for their children may have questions about the pros and cons of sports. cur with coaches. The development of character, teamwork, and respect cannot happen unless coaches and parents teach these values to young athletes. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (2022) recommends that youth ages 6-17 engage in 60 minutes of physical activity that increases the heart rate at least five times a week. If your child is not interested in sports, there are other ways to encourage regular physical activity. Keep in mind that youth will be more likely to engage in physical activity when it appeals to them and is fun. As you search for ways to help your child en-
gage in physical activity, talk to them to determine their interests. What does your child enjoy doing? What would they like to try? Alternatives to sports that can help keep your child physically active and healthy include: hiking, biking, dancing, night games in the neighborhood, jumping rope, boxing or martial arts, fossil digging and exploration, swimming, scavenger hunts in the neighborhood, gardening, jumping/exercising on the trampoline, and hula hoop contests. For other ideas on ways to get the family moving together, check out the USU Extension Hidden Gems Adventure Guides.
AXTEL — The Bureau of Land Management announces a public tour of the Axtell off-range corrals where attendees will have an opportunity to tour the facility, observe approximately 1,000 wild horses and discuss the BLM’s Wild Horse and Burro Program. The tour will take place on July 1 from 9 a.m. to noon; the facility is located at 13500 South 10490 W (mile marker 235.2 on U.S. 89), in Axtell. “The BLM relies on the work of many partners to accomplish its mission of maintaining healthy wild horses and burros after they are removed from the range, including providing for their individual welfare and needs,” said BLM Utah State Office Wild Horse and Burro Program Lead Gus Warr. “The Axtell off-range corrals are privately owned, have been under contract since 2015, and is a time-tested proven partner providing exceptional humane care and treatment of the animals in their charge.” BLM strives to place wild horses and burros removed from public lands into good, private homes. Animals at the Axtell facility are made available to the public for adoption or purchase throughout the year at off-site adoption and sale events. The facility is approximately six miles south of Gunnison or eight miles north of Salina, and one of five different locations in Utah that provide care to wild horses and burros removed from the range. The facility encompasses 32 acres containing more than 40 holding pens in various sizes and can provide care for up to 2,250 wild horses. The horses receive abundant feed tailored to their needs each day, along with a constant supply of fresh water through automatic watering troughs; free choice mineral block supplements are also provided. A veterinarian routinely examines the horses and provides medical care, as needed. The BLM manages more than 245 million acres of public land located primarily in 12 western states, including Alaska, on behalf of the American people. The BLM also administers 700 million acres of sub-surface mineral estate throughout the nation. Our mission is to sustain the health, diversity, and productivity of America’s public lands for the use and enjoyment of present and future generations. For more information on the upcoming tour, please contact Axtell Facility Manager Heath Weber at 435-201-3834.
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