Issuu

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

An Edition of the

| www.heraldextra.com

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

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

Wednesday, July 21, 2021 • Vol. 130, No. 28 • Free

Gunnison Valley Hospital names new CEO

GUNNISON — The Board of Directors of Gunnison Valley Hospital has named Brenda Bartholomew as its new chief executive officer. She has worked closely for the past 10 years with the hospital’s current CEO, Mark Dalley, who is retiring at the end of this year. Bartholomew, who has been with the hospital for 27 years, brings a depth of both medical and executive experience that will help Gunnison Valley Hospital continue to achieve its mission of providing high-quality, community-based healthcare.

Bartholomew has served as Gunnison Valley Hospital’s chief nursing officer for the past 24 years. In this capacity, she has gained extensive experience in managing the nursing team, surgical services, laboratory, respiratory, enviDailey ronmental services and the dietary department. “We conducted a thorough search over the past few months and interviewed several impressive local and national candidates,” said

ASK AN EXPERT

Kim Pickett, chair of the Gunnison Valley Hospital Board of Directors. “Brenda was the unanimous choice because of her strong experience coupled with her knowledge of our community and passion for Gunnison Valley Hospital. She understands the mission, vision and values, and is poised to build on the success achieved by Mark Dalley’s leadership.” Bartholomew has a master’s degree in healthcare organizational leadership and management. She has been recognized locally and nationally for her leadership roles, including one

with the Utah Office of Primary Care and Rural Health (OPCRH), which awarded her with the COVID-19 Preparedness and Response Award for her outstanding efforts in guiding the hospital through the pandemic. “In my 10 years as CEO, I’ve been impressed with Brenda’s ability to build trust among leadership, work well with employed and partner physicians, improve processes, and increase employee satisfaction,” Dalley said. “She never wavers on ensuring that each patient receives the highest level of quality care.”

Brenda Bartholomew, recently appointed CEO of Gunnison Valley Hospital.

SPRING CITY

Drought Thompson named Citizen of the Year doesn’t have to damage yards With proper care, shortage won’t lead to permanent harm BY TAUN BEDDES

USU Extension horticulturist

Utah is currently in one of the worst droughts since recording began in the late 1800s. Many reservoirs are at an all-time low, and some are drying up completely. Because of this, a statewide alarm was sounded by the governor asking the public to conserve water. Many areas in central and northern Utah are being asked to irrigate lawns no more than twice a week, and in southern Utah, no more than three times a week. An irrigation cycle is considered 20 minutes for pop-up sprinklers and 40 minutes for impact rotor sprinklers. Even with this reduced irrigation schedule, lawns can stay fairly green but will develop brown patches; however, the brown patches do not mean the lawn is dying. Lawns go dormant with excessive heat and reduced water, which means the roots and crowns are alive and healthy even though the blades turn brown and stop growing. Lawns can survive in a dormant state with as little as ½ to 1 inch of irrigation monthly. After the last severe drought ended, Utah State University Extension horticulturists saw a wide variety of trees and shrubs with disease and pest infestations — particularly pine and spruce trees. To prevent this from

Virginia Thompsen was recognized as this year’s Citizen of the Year at the Saga of Spring City Program held on Tuesday, July 20. Virginia will also serve as the Pioneer Day Parade Grand Marshal on Saturday. The parade begins at 10:00 am. Virginia was born on November 24, 1932 and will be 89 years old this November. She is the daughter of Charles and Adalaide Thompsen. She has four brothers and one sister. She attended elementary and junior high school in Spring City and then graduated from North Sanpete High School in Mt. Pleasant. Virginia taught at North Sanpete High School for 7 years and Preston Idaho High School for 31 years, making a total teaching career of 38 years. She taught Type, 3 different styles of Shorthand and PE over the course of her career. She also had the opportunity of teaching classes to disabled students and she states she really loved all those students and enjoyed working with them. She left North Sanpete High School after teaching seven years to pursue a master’s degree at Utah State University and that required her to move to that area. After her retirement in 1992, she returned home to Spring City to live in the family home. She still takes care of her mother’s rose garden and apple tree orchard. After a secret grandparent activity with her Spring City LDS Ward Young Women, she became a special grandma to Brianna Williams. They later became visiting teaching companions where Brianna was able to witness Virginia’s dedication to serving others. Virginia continues involvement with Brianna’s family through Christmas and birthday cards and participation in family functions. Virginia loves to play cards with her favorite being 5 Crowns. Brianna notes she is a rule enforcer and extremely competitive and always says “Ya don’t vary on the rules, ya play the game the

Virginia Thompsen, Spring City Citizen of the Year and Grand Marshall. way the rules say”. Virginia is a faithful member of the LDS Church and spent one year as an ordinance worker in the Logan Utah LDS Temple and 20 years as an ordinance worker at the Manti Utah LDS Temple. She also set a goal to complete temple work for 100 names every year. She has served as a faithful visiting teacher and sang in the

ward choir. Virginia spends part of each week with her only surviving sibling, a 90-year-old sister who lives in Kearns Utah. Often on her travels home from Kearns, she will stop at Kentucky Fried Chicken and pick up a few baskets of chicken to deliver to people in town who might need some help with an evening meal.

Virginia is a very independent, hard working lady and a wonderful neighbor and friend to all. She is very generous and kind. If you ask her how she is doing her favorite line is “Good as I can Be”. We appreciate the service Virginia has given to our community over the years and we are honored to recognize her as this year’s Citizen of the Year.

Please see DROUGHT, Page A2

105 S Main St, Ephraim, UT 84627 | 435-283-4033 | jorgchev.com

T H E

P Y R A M I D

Karlie Nicole Ison

Utah’s own Pioneer Day

1995-2021

Karlie Nicole Ison, 25, left her earthly struggles on July 15, 2021 and returned to peace. Karlie was born in Mount Pleasant Utah, on August 23, 1995 to Amy (Mikkelsen) Wall and Dan Ison. Karlie was an avid reader and absolutely loved books. She could read for hours and books brought her excitement and joy. Karlie also became a good artist and loved to draw to express herself. She loved her little girl Kada Rose so much, and enjoyed spending time with her. When Karlie loved she loved fierce! She was witty, funny and so brilliant. Karlie was a daughter, sister and a mommy to her beautiful daughter. Karlie will always be remembered for keeping life interesting and for

her spunky red hair. Karlie wore a dress always, she seldom wore pants. She loved to dress up and be “fancy” as she would say. Karlie BOO, we love you very much and you will be so deeply missed!! Karlie is survived by her daughter Kada Rose Graft, parents Amy (Brian) Wall and Dan (Angie) Ison. Fiancé Colton Booth. Siblings Whiney (Kaden) Hill, Shantel (Dustin) Stowe, Sunny Anderson, Aubree Ison, and Paige Ison. Karlie is the grand daughter to Anita & Andrew Mikkelsen, Larry Ison & Shirley Phillips. Proceeded in death by grandfather Andrew Mikkelsen and uncle Sean Mikkelsen. A visitation was held Monday July 19, 2021 from 6:00 to 8:00 p.m. at Rasmussen Mortuary.

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

E-mail...pyramid@heraldextra.com The Pyramid Daily Herald Edition (USPS 365580) a weekly newspaper published in Mt. Pleasant, Utah. Periodicals Postage Paid at Mt. Pleasant, Utah 84647 and at additional mailing offices. POSTMASTER: Send address changes to the Pyramid, 86 North University Ave., #300, Provo UT 84601

Farewell

Parker William Lee

Member: Audit Bureau of Circulations

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

Parker has been called to serve a mission for The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints in the Oregon, Salem Mission. Parker will speak in Sacrament Meeting on Sunday, July 25, 2021 at 12:00 pm in the Mountainville Ward, 461 N 300 W, Mt. Pleasant.

letters to the editor. All letters must include author’s name (printed AND signed) and a phone number. We reserve the right to edit letters for clarity, punctuation, taste and length. Letters are welcome on any topic.

UDOT warns about new phishing scam THE PYRAMID

The Utah Department of Transportation and the Department of Public Safety issued a warning Friday about a new phishing scam targeting Utahns. A text message from what purports to be the “Utah Department of Transportation Driver License Validation” asks recipients to enter “invalid or missing” information on a Google form. The form then asks for such personal information as name, Social Security number, date of birth, driver license number,

Wednesday, July 21, 2021

height and weight. As soon as UDOT and DPS were made aware of the phishing attempt, the state contacted Google, which promptly removed the form. “The state will never ask for this type of information via text message,” said Joe Dougherty, director of public affairs for DPS. “Always be suspicious of unsolicited attachments or links asking for your personal information.” Driver’s licenses are issued by the DPS Driver License Division.

GUNNISON VALLEY HOSPITAL BIRTH ANNOUNCEMENTS Name: Kaylene Joy James Name of Parents: Clinton and Celicia James Town: Centerfield DOB: 7/6/2021 Sex: Female Weight: 6 lbs. 13 oz Name: Nash A. Otten Name of Parents: Damian and Madeline Otten Town: Axtell DOB: 7/7/2021 Sex: Male Weight: 6 lbs. 7 oz. Name: Arianna Belen Reyes Name of Parents: Arnold Reyes and Angelica Mendoza Town: Ephraim DOB: 7/13/2021 Sex: Female Weight: 7 lbs. 8 oz.

, for one, am glad that Utah has its very own holiday – Pioneer Day! It’s coming right up on the 24th of July. The 24th is on Saturday this year. So, county and state offices will be closed on Friday. That’s when most celebrations will be held including the big parade in Salt Lake. Celebrating Utah’s pioneers is a worthy reason for getting together and enjoying a special day. In 1847, as he came down Emigration Canyon overlooking the Salt Lake Valley, Brigham Young said, “This is the right place.” In 1849, Brigham decided that Sanpete was “a right place” as well. The Sanpete settlers are sometimes called “the other Forty-Niners.” That’s not a reference to the San Francisco football team, but rather, to their name sakes, the gold seekers who rushed to California in 1849. Interestingly enough, gold was discovered in California by James Marshall at John Sutter’s mill on the American River. That was in January of 1848. It wasn’t until after President Polk’s state of the union address in December, which referred to the gold strikes, that the “rush” really got going. Of course, it wasn’t gold that motivated Sanpete’s pioneers to settle here. It was the desire to get out of Salt Lake City with all the annoying horse and buggy traffic and city hubbub. They heard that there was land in a place called Sanpete where they could raise turkeys in peace and quiet – or something like that. Actually, it’s my understanding that the Native Americans asked Brigham Young to send settlers here. (Be careful of what you ask for, is the lesson to be learned from that deal, I guess.) The Indians figured that they could learn something from the new “move-ins” that would be beneficial to them. The two groups cooperated for a while; but there were problems. Significant problems were the Walker War and the Blackhawk War. Our Sanpete pioneers eventually made this place “blossom as a rose” and we are now the Sanpete recipients of their foresight and hard work. I’m glad that I’m not clearing sagebrush

Drought

Name: Olivia Fern Breinholt Name of Parents: Gwendalyn Jones and Jacob Breinholt Town: Richfield DOB: 6/21/2021 Sex: Female Weight: 7 lbs. 10 oz.

From A1

Name: Josie Bea Hill Name of Parents: Jake and Denise Hill Town: Gunnison DOB: 6/22/2021 Sex: Female Weight: 7 lbs. 4 oz Name: Emersyn Marie Jessop Name of Parents: Enoch and Tristen Jessop Town: Ephraim DOB: Sex: Female Weight: 7 lbs. 15 oz.

LEADING THE PARADE

Name: Gracie Jae Allred Name of Parents: David and Megan Allred Town: Ephraim DOB: 6/24/2021 Sex: Female Weight: 8 lbs 2 oz.

Wade Anderson, a Fairview resident, will serve as the Fairview Pioneer Day Grand Marshal for the 2021 horse parade. Wade is an avid horse lover. He learned from his father, Lowell Anderson, and his Uncle Blake how to break and ride horses when he was young. In his early teens, he was dropped off at the sheep camp on the mountain to herd sheep for the summer. His only transportation was a horse. Many summer nights are spent watering, haying, and shoeing. A commitment he does not mind. He will be accompanied down the parade with his wife Jan and his kids Tyler (Shawnie, Deegan, Damon, Maya), Jason (Tara, Brooklyn, Blake), Clay (Taylor and Sutton), and Kallie (Dillon Thurston).

CONTRIBUTED PHOTO

happening again, it’s important to care for the most important assets in your yard. Consider these tips. nn Trees and shrubs should be given top priority – not only because they are the most expensive plants to buy, but they also add the most value to a landscape. In 2013, California researchers found that trees and shrubs that shade or partially shade lawns in dry climates can help decrease overall water needs. The canopies decrease both the amount of direct sun that reaches the lawn and the temperature, which can help lower the amount of water lost to evaporation. Healthy trees in a landscape could potentially raise a home’s value anywhere from 3 to 20% and reduce heating and cooling

and digging canals. I complain about trying to “clear weeds” and attempting to keep a little garden alive. In our drought this year, I’ve about given up. I’d be a pretty wimpy pioneer. Every once in a while, we like to go to Salt Lake for the huge parade and the “Days of 47” festivities in the big city. It’s fun, but it’s a tough job to get parked and find a place to watch the parade. It’s easier in Sanpete. There’s plenty to do here on Pioneer Day in several different communities. Fairview does a big celebration. Several other communities host great events, including Spring City, Sterling, Mayfield and Centerfield. I like going to parades in Sanpete. We know how to throw candy to the spectators here. That doesn’t happen in Salt Lake. At parades, I always find myself thinking, “I don’t think I ought to eat any more salt-water taffy.” Like most kids, I don’t seem to know when to stop when it comes to sugar consumption. A few years ago, Pioneer Day was a good day for us to visit the Daughters of the Utah Pioneers museum in Spring City. I remember hearing Orson Hyde stories from a lady in that museum. That LDS Church apostle had an interesting life as a leader in the early days of the church. I gather that he had several wives and thirty-two children. It seems like that alone would make life “interesting.” He “ended up” in Spring City and is buried there. If the museum is open this week, I recommend you stop in and say hello. They let me pull the long rope and ring the bell that used to be the signal for the volunteer firemen to come running. It’s a fun thing to do. (Use the “promo code:” “You Let Merrill Do It.”) I think that pioneers like Brigham Young and Orson Hyde would be pleased that we remember them with a holiday created for their generation’s honor. Thanks to all the Sanpeters who work so hard to make the holiday celebrations fun and relaxing for the rest of us. Enjoy Pioneer Day! — Merrill

needs by 20 to 50%. nn Some homeowners have decided to let their lawns go dormant to further reduce their water consumption. In these situations, it is imperative that trees receive irrigation at least twice monthly with water that penetrates 18 inches into the soil. To do this, hose-end sprinklers under a tree’s canopy work well. Irrigate for a couple of hours, take a break for another few hours, then water again in order to get water deep enough. nn Recognize that due to the drought, no landscapes will look perfect this year. Brown spots in the lawn are part of living in a desert in the summer, and that’s okay. Turf is tough and can handle being a little thirsty. Just remember to give your trees occasional extra water to keep them healthy through this year’s heat and for years to come.

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

Wednesday, July 21, 2021 • Published Weekly by the Pyramid, Sanpete County, Utah

Governor thanks Utahns for efforts to saving water BY CONNOR RICHARDS

The Pyramid

Utah Gov. Spencer Cox gave an update on the state’s drought and wildfire status on Thursday and encouraged Utahns to not use personal fireworks ahead of the Pioneer Day holiday. During a monthly press conference in Salt Lake City, the governor told reporters that 98% of Utah is in either extreme or exceptional drought, and noted that “that number continues to climb.” Utah reservoirs are at 58% normal water levels, and 26 of Utah’s largest 42 reservoirs are below 55% of available capacity, according to Cox, who also noted that “we are completely done with any runoff, and now we’re relying on, basically, our emergency storage across the state.” “As a result, our key messages remain the same as they have been since we declared the statewide emergency in March,” he said. That message includes that businesses and individuals in northern Utah should only be watering twice per week in northern Utah and three times per week in

southern Utah. “That’s what we’re doing at state facilities, and we thank those individuals and businesses who are doing the same,” the governor said. Cox also encouraged businesses and residents to take other steps toward conserving water, including fixing leaky faucets and sprinklers, prioritizing watering trees over lawns and only watering in the early morning or evening. When asked about watering restrictions that have been put in place by local water districts and municipalities, Cox said he is “very

supportive” of them. “They know their situation better than anyone else, and they can make those decisions based on their storage Please see GOVERNOR, Page A5

Legal Notices PUBLIC HEARING A Public Budget Hearing for a 2021-2022 budget will be held for the Indian Ridge Water Conservancy District on Wednesday, August 4th at 7:00 p.m. by Zoom. Please contact Glen Haynie, IRWCD Board Chairman, for further Zoom meeting contact information at 801-735-6240. Legal Notice 8209 Published in The Pyramid on July 22, 29, 2021

Production Positions

Summer

WEBSITE

SALE! NOW THROUGH AUG 31st

ss e n i s u ur b o y w G ro it h a e ! w r e t s it fas b e w l i o na s s e f o pr

FAMOUS BRAINS C E N T R A L U TAH 'S

Website Experts!

385-449-1175 www.FamousBrains.com

Purchase Tickets at juabcountyfair.com

Share the Life of Your Loved One Submit a memorium at heraldextra.com/obituaries

DO YOU QUALIFY FOR REDUCED PHONE RATES?

Utah Telephone Assistance Program (UTAP) http://jobs.utah.gov/housing/seal/utap.html ocs.utah.gov/assistance.html

UTAP provides a discount on home landline phone service for eligible Utah customers. UTAP does not administer lifeline for mobile phones. Contact the Public Service Commission at 801-530-6716 for questions about Lifeline for mobile phones. You may be eligible for UTAP if:  You have home landline service through a participating phone company and you qualify either by income or by program.  To qualify by income, your gross household income must be at or below 135% of the federal poverty level.  To qualify by program, someone in your household must be receiving help from one of these programs: HEAT, Medicaid, Food Stamps, Federal Public Housing Assistance, National Free School Lunch Program, SSI, Refugee Assistance or General Assistance. To Apply for UTAP: Call 1-800-948-7540 to have an application mailed to you or for a list of Utah telephone companies participating in UTAP, or go to the web site listed above. Complete the application and mail it to: UTAP PO Box 147140 Salt Lake City, UT 84114 Auxiliary aids and services are available upon request to individuals with disabilities by calling (801) 526-9240. Individuals with speech and/or hearing impairments may call Relay Utah by dialing 711. Spanish Relay Utah: 1-888-346-3162.

CentraCom is a participating telephone service provider. Please call 435-427-3331 or 1-800-427-8449 if you have questions.

TH E

ILY

HERA

S H O P P E R

Wednesday, July 21, 2021

BEST O F

LY AI

TH E

HERA

BEST O F

S’

CHOICE

2019

UTAH VALLEY AW

MARINE/ATV

I LY

HE R A

THE

UTAH VALLEY AD RE

CHOICE

2018 S’

UTAH VALLEY ER

P Y R A M I D

2020 S’

C HO I C E

T H E

STORE

O UR

Order your 2022 Model today • Choose your Motor • Choose your Options Call or come in person & get your order in NOW!

Don’t Miss the Boat! S E R VIC E

D EP A R T M

T T N E

Pro Team 175 TXW

Pro Guide V16

Pro Guide V175 Combo

Targa V-18 Walkthrough/Combo

Targa V-19 Walkthrough/Combo

Bass Buggy 18

Sun Tracker 20 Fishing Barge

Sun Tracker 22 Sport Fish

2022 800 SX LE

2022 600 EPS

Order your 2022 Model Today!

UTAH MARINE STORE 2065 WEST 500 NORTH SPRINGVILLE, UTAH

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

Wednesday, July 21, 2021

Governor From A3

capacity and their average usage,” the governor said. He also said he supports enforcement measures put in place by some cities, including Lehi, which put in place a $500 fine for water users who have three violations. “Enforcement is going to be key on that,” Cox said. “And a fine is one way to get people’s attention, for sure.” The governor emphasized that “we have seen a reduction in usage in almost every water district in the state” and thanked residents for doing their part to conserve water. “So people really are taking this seriously,” he said. “And those types of restrictions will encourage everyone to do it, not just the ones that are paying attention.” Cox also thanked Utahns who did not using personal fireworks on the 4th of July, noting that there were half as many wildfires over the holiday weekend as there were

T H E

S H O P P E R

the previous year, a statistic that he said “shows that people are actually listening and they’re taking the measures that we need them to take.” With just a week to go until the 24th of July, Cox again urged Utahns to not use personal fireworks. “So we applaud and appreciate Utahns who are recreating safely, and we just have to keep this up as we go through this, again, very dangerous and dry time in our state,” he said. Also during the press conference, the governor discussed the state’s increasing COVID-19 case rates and hospitalizations, ways to improve affordable housing options and a recent controversy after Utah Black Lives Matter founder Lex Scott called the American flag a “symbol of hatred.” KRISTIN MURPHY, DESERET NEWS

Connor Richards covers govGov. Spencer Cox speaks at the PBS Utah Governor’s Monthly News Conference at the Eccles Broadcast Center in Salt Lake City on ernment, the environment and Thursday. south Utah County for the Daily Herald. He can be reached at crichards@heraldextra.com and 801-344-2599.

COME TO OUR

OPEN HOUSE

AUGUST 5 - 6 • 8 a.m. to 6 p.m.

P Y R A M I D

AUGUST 7 • 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. er 3D DreamMak ware Design Soft

• Our 44th year in business • We have developed & maintained relationships which provide a strong supply chain of materials • We Manufacture & Construct Our Product • Free gift with every building designed with DreamMaker

Come see us to learn more PAYSON, UT 80 S. MAIN ST, SUITE C (Exit 250 off I15) 801-465-0300

800-373-5550 • ClearyBuilding.com

Do you have Medicare Questions? • Turning 65 this year? What you • Over 65 and retiring and losing need to know and do? your group Insurance, how and when, do I sign up for Medicare? • What is Medicare Parts A, B, C, D? • What Medicare Supplement Insurance is right for me? • How much money will Medicare cost me per month? • What is Medicare Advantage Insurance?

Called To Serve Mason Brent Bailey Mason Brent Bailey, son of Greg and Jenny Bailey, of Fountain Green, has been called to serve in the Mongolia Ulaanbaatar Mission for the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints. He will speak in the Fountain Green 3rd Ward on Sunday, July 25, 2021, at 10:30 am. He will begin his missionary training on July 26, 2021. Grandparents are Brent and Anita Bailey of Moroni, and Wendell and Melba Jacobson of Fountain Green. Great-grandmothers are Verdeen Jacobson of Fountain Green and Jewel Bailey of Moroni.

POSITION ANNOUNCEMENT

NORTH SANPETE SCHOOL DISTRICT 2021-22 School Year The North Sanpete School District is accepting applications for the following position:

Full-time School Nurse

North Sanpete School District • Must be a Registered Nurse (RN) and willing to work in all schools in our district • This is a three-year position with hopes of securing funding for future years • This is a full-time position with benefits Closing Date: July 23, 2021 Interested persons must submit a resume, statement of philosophy, three letters of recommendation and fill out a written application at the North Sanpete School District Office, 220 East 700 South, Mt Pleasant, UT 84647 or online at https://nsanpete.org/images/DO/ Employment/Certificated_Application_NSSD.pdf Persons with applications already on file at the school district office or current employees may email odee.hansen@nsanpete.org AND melanie.lee@nsanpete.org or call 435-462-2485 to have their application activated for this position. North Sanpete School District is an equal opportunity employer. Applicants are considered on the basis of employment qualifications without regard to race, color, political affiliation, religion, sex, national origin, age, marital status, medical condition, or disability.

July 28-29

Intermountain Sanpete Valley Hospital

FREE No Obligation Daily Consultations by appointment. • Daytime consultations 9 am to 4 pm available both days (1 hour per appointment) FREE Evening Seminar (July 28th) 6 pm and 7:30 pm • Registration required, limit 10 people per Seminar Call now to reserve your spot • 801-658-5249 Wayne L. Williams Senior Market Insurance Specialist Appointed Agent

T H E

P Y R A M I D

S H O P P E R

Wednesday, July 21, 2021

Fan buzz spurs sequel to ‘Once I Was a Beehive’ film

BY SARAH HARRIS

Pyramid Correspondent

The fans have spoken. “Once I Was a Beehive” has a sequel, and it opens Wednesday in Utah theaters. “Fans of ‘Once I Was a Beehive’ would always ask us if we were going to do a sequel and for the longest time we didn’t plan to do one but the more and more people asked the more we got to thinking how COURTESY PHOTOS fun it could be,” director MaFrom left: Clare Niederpruem as Bree Carrington, Lisa Valentine Clark as Carrie Carrington and Bart clain Nelson said in an email. Johnson as Curt Carrington in “Once I Was Engaged.” “Once I Was Engaged” takes place about two years after the memorable girls camp, when former youth camp leader Bree Carrington’s surprise SHOWTIMES FOR: JUL 23 - 29 engagement and wedding SOUTHTOWNE THEATRE 1 & 2 plans bring the group together 687 s. Main, Ephraim 283-6121 again. southtownetheatre.com “Enough time had passed by that we thought an engagement story would be super fun to explore,” Nelson said. “The fans were right, it was the perfect setting to catch up with the characters.” “BLACK WIDOW” - PG-13 “WITNESSES”- PG The new film also shows some of the girls’ history four Scarlett Johansen, David Harbour Paul Wuthrich, Lincoln Hoppe years before the first movie in Playing Nightly: 6:00 8:45 Playing Nightly: 6:30 9:00 their young women group as Saturday Matinee: 3:15 Saturday Matinee: 4:00 former beehives, according to Nelson. TOWNE THEATRE “It gives us a peek into who 21 n. Main, Ephraim 283-4711 Bree really is and what makes her tick as a character,” Nelson -MOVIES TEMPORARILY SUSPENDEDsaid. “The younger cast were all incredible and we found BASIN DRIVE-IN them all through an open call. 680 n. State st., Mt. Pleasant 462-2712 Who knows, we may even do a basindriveintheatre.com prequel sometime exploring a “BOSS BABY 2” - PG story of them as tweens.” Starring: Alec Baldwin, Ariana Greenblatt The sequel was a bigger production than the first Showing Nightly at Dusk: 9:15 film, with about three times the cast and more than 20 loGrill opens 45 minutes before show time(M-Th) cations in Utah and Hawaii, and early Fri & Sat: 6:30! according to Nelson. He said the coronavirus pandemic was ALL THEATRES CLOSED SUNDAY a hurdle in making the movie. “We even had a shutdown in the middle of the shoot and we

SANPETE MOVIE GUIDE

Tanner Gillman, left, as Thys Chesterfield and Clare Niederpruem as Bree Carrington in “Once I Was Engaged.” stopped filming to keep everyone safe,” Nelson said. “After following all the guidelines we were able to start again and finish strong. In a way it really brought everyone together as we worked to overcome the setback.” “Once I Was Engaged” adds to the original cast Bart Johnson of “High School Musical” as Bree’s father, Curt Carrington, and Tanner Gillman of “Studio C” as her fiance, Thys Chesterfield. “I think people will really enjoy seeing the male perspective added to the story and it will make it more appealing to both men and women,” Nelson said. “Bart steals the show a bit and Tanner will definitely steal some hearts away.” Lisa Valentine Clark, who plays Bree’s mother and enthusiastic young women leader Carrie Carrington, said Johnson answered the question “Who in the world is Carrie Carrington married to?” perfectly. “He fit right in with everyone right away even though he was a ‘new’ character, and was so open and easy to work with, immediately connecting with everyone on set,” Clark said in an email. “He brought so much to his character and our

ONCE I WAS ENGAGED Director: Maclain Nelson Cast: Bart Johnson, Paris Warner, Clare Niederpruem, Tanner Gillman, Lisa Valentine Clark, Hailey Smith Running time: 1 hour, 47 min Location: Opens in theaters Wednesday statewide; Aug. 6 in Arizona, Idaho and Nevada; and Aug. 13 nationally. scenes that it really elevated it all.” Gillman set the perfect tone for Chesterfield, according to Clark. “His energy is contagious and he has such an amazing acting range,” Clark said. “He is really talented and such a nice guy.” Getting the original cast back together was “nonstop fun and laughs,” according to Nelson. “Everyone is as close or closer than you see in the movie so we really had a blast,” Nelson said. “Being around so many amazing comedians is so fun, I don’t think I have Please see SEQUEL, Page A9

!! ELECT DAN SIMONS !! A FULL-TIME MAYOR FOR MT. PLEASANT

BUSINESS EQUIPMENT LOANS*

5 YEAR TERM AS LOW AS 2.99% 7 YEAR TERM AS LOW AS 3.29% Advertised APR assumes excellent credit. Your APR may be higher.

I WILL • LISTEN TO EVERYONE • ADDRESS CONCERNS IN A TIMELY MANNER • USE TAX DOLLARS WISELY • UPDATE CITIZENS REGULARLY • KEEP CITY WORKING EFFECTIVLEY & EFFICIENTLY • STRIVE EVERYDAY TO MAKE MT. PLEASANT A BETTER PLACE FOR ALL I WOULD APPRECIATE YOUR VOTE IN THE AUGUST PRIMARY

Your business needs to stay competitive. Equip yourself for the future. Visit www.zionsbank.com/EquipmentLoans to apply.

*Loans are subject to credit approval. Terms and conditions apply. Offers are for new loans only. Loan must be approved by July 31, 2021 to qualify for offer. See banker for details. Offers are for new loans only and actual rates will vary based on credit history and other factors. A division of Zions Bancorporation, N.A. Member FDIC

Wednesday, July 21, 2021

T H E

P Y R A M I D

S H O P P E R

DENTAL Insurance

HAIL TO THE VICTORS

Get Dental Insurance from Physicians Mutual Insurance Company. It helps cover over 350 procedures — from cleanings and fillings to crowns and dentures.

Congratulations to Team #7 for winning the Fountain Green Lamb Day Co-ed Softball Tournament. Town members age 16 years and older sign up and twelve teams were drawn. Six games were played each night on Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday and Saturday nights, the week of Lamb Day. Many spectators gather each night for an entertaining tournament. Team members: Front; Gracie Christansen, Kyree Allred, Audrey Oldroyd, Holly Oldroyd, Jessica Knudsen, Krystal Lloyd Back: Mason Bailey, Cayler Cook, Ron Oldroyd, Devin Folkner, Coby Knudsen, Tayson Reid.

• See any dentist you want, but save more with one in our network • No deductible, no annual maximum • Immediate coverage for preventive care

Call to get your FREE Information Kit

1-888-919-4729 or visit dental50plus.com/utah

Includes the Participating (in GA: Designated) Providers and Preventive Benefits Rider. Product not available in all states. Acceptance guaranteed for one insurance policy/certificate of this type. Contact us for complete details about this insurance solicitation. This specific offer is not available in CO, NY; call 1-800-969-4781 or respond for similar offer. Certificate C250A (ID: C250E; PA: C250Q); Insurance Policy P150 (GA: P150GA; NY: P150NY; OK: P150OK; TN: P150TN); Rider kinds B438/B439 (GA: B439B). 6255

Share the Life of Your Loved One Submit a memorium at heraldextra.com/obituaries

“Get Your Shift in Gear”

SERVICE DIRECTORY

UNIVERSAL STORAGE NOW RENTING

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

435-436-3499 58 W Main • Moroni

Intermountain Self Storage

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

Located 1 mile North of Mt. Pleasant, Hwy 89

462-3856 Daily FHA APPROVED

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

APPRAISALS!

EUREKA ROOFING

Convenient location south of Wal-Mart in Ephraim

435-851-9610

Call Tom A. Dyches Appraisal Service

(435) 462-2844

435-469-0393

Don’t Pay Contractors Prices!

NEED A NEW ROOF?

O ls e n Monuments

Call Vern Akaoula 435-462-2160

NO JOB TOO BIG NO JOB TOO SMALL Decks • Garages • Remodel Tile • Vinyl • Carpet • Laminate

Over 20 Years of Experience

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

ccrooﬁng10@gmail.com

Free Estimates Repairs & Re-Roofs Financing Available

7-yr 6.99% loan available

195 North State • Mt. Pleasant

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

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

You Are Invited to Worship With Us

HERITAGE

Baptist Church

1045 South Medical Drive, Mt. Pleasant

WE SPECIALIZE IN: Sprinkler Installation & Repair Outdoor Lighting & Ponds Call (435) 462-9136 or Concrete Curbing • Hydro Seeding (435) 469-1094 Lawn Aeration • Spraying • Fencing Licensed & Insured Lawn Maintenance

(across the parking lot from Sanpete Valley Hospital)

Sunday Services: 10 & 11 a.m. & 6 p.m. Wednesday Evenings: 6:30 p.m. (435) 462-9319

Spencer & Bonnie Swapp

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

Home maintenance and repairs.

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

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

fixthishandyman.com • fixthishandyman@gmail.com

180 W. Main • Mt. Pleasant • 435-462-2605

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

Parish Construction & Property Maintenance • • • • • •

NEW FRAM BUNDLES 5 QUARTS OF OIL + OIL FILTER

2199

2399

Conventional

High Mileage

2799

Full Synthetic

2899

Full Synthetic High Mileage

New construction Concrete Fencing Remodeling Excavating Landscaping, Lawn Care

(435) 469-0564

MIX & MATCH

“UTAH’S BEST CHOICE FOR AIR DUCT CLEANING”

801-857-7604 • pureairut.com

6 Unlimited Vents & Returns Cleaning. 1 Free Main Trunk Line cleaning.

(Additional mains priced separately)

Free Dryer Vent Cleaning with a Full System Cleaning ($199 value)

Specializing in:

NEW ROOFS TEAR OFFS CEDAR SHAKE METAL LEAK REPAIR LICENSED & INSURED REFERENCES AVAILABLE

Located in Ephraim Phone:

(801) 380-3898

Mobile:

(435) 851-7598

Email: alpinesummitroofing@gmail.com

Proclaiming the Gospel of Jesus Christ Sunday School: 10:00 am/Sunday Worship: 11:00 am Thursday: Ladies Bible Study, 3:00 pm

2000 S Highway 117, Mount Pleasant, UT 84647 Between Mount Pleasant and Spring City Pastor Addam Swapp (435)262-2172

T H E

S H O P P E R

P Y R A M I D

Wednesday, July 21, 2021

SUNDAY DRIVE

Back in time with the new BMW 430i convertible C front seats ($500) for those days onvertibles are few and far between in the auto industry in the fall when putting the top down may just be a little chilly. these days as most families For us it was magical driving are opting for a family hauler, around Springville and making those can include exceptionally large panoramic sunroofs that do other short drives each night, indeed give that open air look and kind of like what we used to call ‘crusing’ back when feel when driving one. we were in high school. However, there is nothWhere everyone headed ing like having an honest to Spanish Fork to drive to goodness convertible up and down Main Street two door, taking us from at a very slow pace, makthe everyday humdrum ing U-turns at each end of driving to a place we really had not been since CRAIG & DEANNE and heading back the CONOVER other way. high school. Back then it seemed Each night during our that all the guys had a competitime with the new BMW 430i, tion to have the best looking car along about 8:30 we would hop roaming back and forth on the in the car, back out of the gastreet, and if you had a convertrage, put the top down, which by ible it was even a bigger personal the way was super cool the way bonus to show off your car! it would fold into the trunk auWe felt pretty much the same tomatically, and head out for at least an hour drive as the summer way we did back all those years ago, as folks would honk and wave sun set in the western sky. to us from their yards, again beOur test week in June was unseasonably warm this year making ing taken with the uniqueness of a convertible ‘cruising’ by in the it more than perfect convertible neighborhood. So for a week at weather, certainly not too cold. least we were taken back in time. The designers had also included The best news is that since that additional neck warmers in the

FABIAN KIRCHBAUER PHOTOS

time in the ’80s when big engines and large carburetors were all the rage and mostly how vehicles were measured back then, the new BMW has loads of power and

tons of technology inside that made it a pleasure to drive each day. This all new 430i grew by 5.2 inches in length and 1 inch in

girth as the designers have given it and even more coupe like look in our opinion. The usual kidney Please see BMW, Page A9

is the permanent, clog-free gutter soluti

�

·---------1

·------•RECEIVE A $25 �

I I 11 AMAZON GIFT CARD I DOWN I WITH FREE IN-HOME I I ESTIMATE!** $99PERMONTH I I $99 INSTALLATION I

·----------

CALL TODAY FOR Y

• THE ONLY ONE-PIECE SEAMLESS DEBRIS SHEDDING GUTTER SYSTEM. • SCRATCHGUARD® PAINT FINISH • LIFETIME NO-CLOG WARRANTY • MADE ONSITE SPECIFICALLY FOR YOUR HOME

This promotion assumes an estimated job cost of $7883. The advertised payment of $99 a month is an estimate only, and assumes that third-party financing is available for new customers at an estimated 9.99% annual percentage rate for 132 mooths. Promotion available to qualified buyers on approved credtt with $99 down payment. Not all buyers will qualify. Higher annual percentage rates apply for buyers wtth lower credit ratings. LeafGuard is neither a broker nor a lender. Financing is provided by third-party lenders unaffiliated wtth Leaffiuard, under tenns and conditions arranged directly between the customer and such lender, all of which are subject to credit requirements and satisfactori completion of finance documents. MY finance rerms advertised are estimates only. Leaffiuard does not assist with, counsel or negotiate financing, other than providing customers an introduction to lenders interested in financing tts customers. Expires 7/31/2021. All participants who attend an estimated 60-90 minute in-home product consultation will receive a $25 gift card. Retail value is $25. Offer sponsored by LeafGuard Holdings Inc. Limtt one per household. Company procures, sells, and installs seamless gutter prorection. This offer is valid for homeowners over 18 years of age. � married or involved with a lffe partner, both cohabltating persoos must attend and complete presentation together. Participants must have a photo ID, be able to understand English, and be legally able to enter into a contract.The following persons are not eligible for this offer: employees of Company or affiliated companies or entities, their immediate family members, previous participants in a Company in-home coosultation within the past 12 months and all current and fonner Company customers. Gitt may not be extended, transferred, or substiMed except that Company may substiMe a gift of equal or grearer value if tt deems tt necessary. Gitt card will be mailed to the participant via first ciass Untted States Mail or e-mailed within 30 days of receipt of the promotion fonn. Not valid in conjunction wtth any other promotioo or discount of any kind. Offer not sponsored or promoted by Amazon and is subject to change..without notice prior to reservation. 7/31/2021. LeafGuard operates as LeafGuard of Utah in Utah under registration number UT 11650889-5501.

Wednesday, July 21, 2021

T H E

P Y R A M I D

S H O P P E R

BMW From A8

shaped grill now extends all the way down to the front bumper cover and is integrated to provide adequate airflow for all the engine cooling needs. The head lamps are narrower and taper towards the grill giving a now very clean and minimalist look up front. The daytime running lamps are unmistakably BMW, and are accented with a 3 blade design for each of the turn signal indicators. The 430 is powered by a 4 cylinder engine with a twin-scroll turbo charger, which produced a very well rounded 255 horsepower and 295 ft.-lbs. of torque. If that is not enough for your driving pleasure of course there is also a 440 that comes complete with a 6 cylinder power plant with the same turbo charger and makes 382 horsepower. In our week of driving nirvana we never felt that we would have needed more power, unless of course we had actually gone back to the early 80’s where it would have a made a huge difference to have the extra power, at least when it came to bragging rights. Our test ride did include a couple of extra additions from the ‘M’ department of BMW, kind of like the extras that James Bond would be given by M. Included were the Dynamic Handling package ($2,450) that gave us M sport brakes and an M Sport Differential. The M Sport package ($3,800) added variable sport steering. This allowed the convertible to adapt to different steering ‘modes’ if you will, whether turning at a high rate of speed of just making a sharp turn into a parking space. Inside of course the BMW was loaded with all kinds of technology and driving helps. A completely digital dashboard and infotainment system now sur-

AGRICULTURAL EQUIPMENT LOANS*

5 YEAR TERM AS LOW AS 2.99% 7 YEAR TERM AS LOW AS 3.29% Advertised APR assumes excellent credit. Your APR may be higher.

FABIAN KIRCHBAUER

rounds the driver in a BMW. We love the new system and how it performs, it one of the easiest to use in the luxury segment. With the now included BMW personal assistant, all it took was the words ‘Hey BMW’ and our assistant was there to help with whatever our question or need may be. This made setting the climate, getting a navigation waypoint, or just adjusting the radio simple and easy to do. The heads up display that was included with the premium package ($2,300) is definitely one of the best out there, it would even include XM stations and what was currently playing on them when we would try and change the radio, so we never had to take our eyes off of the road. About the only thing we missed was having adaptive cruise control included in

with the 430i, it did have blind sport monitoring and front and rear parking assist that really came in handy in tight parking spots. The convertible is also equipped with roll bar system that will activate if the vehicle get to a point that a rollover is inevitable Twin pyrotechnic charges with go off in a millisecond of time ejecting a roll bar for both driver and passenger at the vehicle attempts to make a cage for the occupants to keep them safe if this were to ever happen. It was unfortunate that our time with the BMW 430i convertible lasted only a week as we definitely enjoyed every minute out in the convertible, and all the attention that it brought to us. Base Price: $53,100 Destination Charge: $995 Price as Driven: $67,220

COURTESY PHOTOS

Bart Johnson, left, as Curt Carrington and Tanner Gillman as Thys Chesterfield in “Once I Was Engaged.”

Sequel

Visit www.zionsbank.com/EquipmentLoans to apply.

Dry Cleaning Depot 29 N. Main, Manti 435-835-3131

Sidewalk SALE 30 to 80% Off Selected Clothing SpeciaLS and Shoes New Selection of Skirts, Dresses, Tops Scrubs and Blouses July 26and - July 31

30% off

LaDieS & JuNiorS

Men’s

From A6

laughed so hard in ages.” Clark said getting together felt like a family reunion. “We caught up right where we left off and we all felt like we were getting away with something because it was so fun,” Clark said. The actress said she was thrilled to return to her role as Carrie Carrington and didn’t take the opportunity for granted. “I got to play my favorite character during a really difficult time in my life and it gave me so much joy to create something so fun, that we’re really proud of, with my friends,” Clark said. “What a gift to be able to have this experience.” Clark said she has learned her character is more relatable than she might have originally thought. “I have a lot of love and

Your business needs to stay competitive. Equip yourself for the future.

Childrens’ The original cast of “Once I Was a Beehive” in the sequel, “Once I Was Engaged.” respect for her because she magic that only happens at gets things done with a lot the movie theater,” Nelson of love and intensity,” Clark said. said. “Say what you will, but The film is set to open Aug. C.C. makes our lives better.” 6 in Arizona, Idaho and NeNelson said he hopes view- vada, and Aug. 13 nationally. ers enjoy an opportunity to Tickets are available online. “People need to know that return to theaters with loved ones “to laugh and party to- seeing (‘Once I Was Engether like the good old days.” gaged’) together with your “We are all such big fans friends and family in the theof seeing movies on the big ater is exactly what you need screen, we are so glad we right now,” Clark said. “You could release at a time that need to connect with others everyone can come together and laugh. It’s exactly what and feel the energy and we all need.”

Ladies’ th Sale Ends Saturday, May 13 7th! ! Great Buys for the Whole Family Ladies’ Shoes

Nike, Clarks, Vans, SaleReg. Items Nike, Inside Clarks, Store Saucony, Saucony, Skechers, Price Skechers, Skechers Go-Walks Skechers Go-Walks

30% off 20% off Additional

Regular Price

Open during construction

Vans

A10

T H E

P Y R A M I D

Owen Braithwaite

S H O P P E R

Wednesday, July 21, 2021

Stephen Johnson

Scott Miller

PIONEER DAY SALES EVENT AT JORGENSEN’S

Huge Rebates on All New VEHICLES O.A.C.!

MSRP $37,040 AWD 2021 BUICK ENVISION

SALE PRICE

$34,840

2021 GMC YUKON DENALI

$75,495

SALE PRICE

MSRP $29,490

MSRP $52,735

2022 BUICK ENCORE GX

2021 GMC ACADIA DENALI

$28,490

SALE PRICE

$48,385

Like New

PREMIUM PACKAGE 2019 FORD f-150

$46,995

2017 SUBARU OUTBACK

$23,995

2017 GMC SLT ½ TON

$44,495

2019 CHEVY ½ TON LT

$49,995

AWD

LIMITED PACKAGE 2017 RAM 1500

$21,000

2017 TOYOTA 4 RUNNER

$41,995

2011 FORD ESCAPE

2011 GMC ACADIA

$17,995

$9,600

2018 FORD FUSION

2017 TOYOTA COROLLA

SLT 2008 CHRYSLER 300

$5,800

2018 GMC SIERRA 1500

$45,495

$18,495

$17,795

SL PACKAGE 2018 CHEVY MALIBU

$19,995

2016 CHEVY SUBURBAN

$39,995

2011 NISSAN MURANO

$9,995

2016 VW PASAT

$14,995

105 S. Main • Ephraim www.jorgchev.com 435-283-4033 or 1-866-533-0861