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MILBURN — Lightning sparked a fire in the mountains east of Milburn, north of Fairview, on July 18. It has been named the Crooked Creek Fire, due its closeness to the creek. Initially no ground units were involved due to the high, rough mountain terrain, so all fire suppression activities were handled from aircraft.

As of press deadline, the firefighters have held the blaze to only 137 acres and it is considered to be 15 percent contained. There are 182 personnel working the fire while using three engines, three hotshot crews, three type two initial attack crews, three helicopters, one air attack and one water tender.

Agencies working together to suppress the fire include the Utah Division of Forestry, Fire and State Lands and USDA Forest Service.

The fire has been burning in mixed conifer with down and dead timber, and large standing timber, which generates extreme heat and is resistant to cooler, more humid weather.

Although a fire line has been built around the perimeter, heavy fuel, snags and rolling logs are keeping the fire hot and pose a risk for spreading.

Natural fire behavior helped to secure the fire on the southeast edge where there are fingers of fire and steep terrain.

Crews have been securing the fire line by taking down snags and turning over burning logs. Dead and downed timber continues to burn in numerous individual spots, so firefighters

are working to get spots contained.

The light rain recently received did not help put out the fire burning in heavy logs which are carrying the fire. Firefighters will continue work to improve and secure lines, and hold the fire. There was a slight possibility of late Monday afternoon thunderstorms, which might of slowed the fire.

There are 12 cabins approximately three miles away from the fire which have all been given pre-evacuation orders, which means the owners need to be prepared in case evacuation is necessary. Currently the cabins are not in immediate danger. If conditions change, fire personnel may call for evacuations.

Closure orders have been implemented. Manti-La Sal National Forest has issued an order closing the fire area, Forest Roads 138, 1178, 1048, 1049; Forest Trail 0053 from the Forest Boundary to the junction with Forest Road 0138, Forest Trail 048 from the Forest Boundary to the junction with Forest Road 1178.

The closures are in place to prevent potential injury to the public and for firefighter safety during fire operations. Those seeking more detail can read the order online at: https:// go.usa.gov/xUn98.

The public is encouraged to be cautious and aware of increased fire traffic when driving in the areas of Fairview, Milburn and Fairview Canyon. Remember fire restrictions are in place on the Forest.

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Utah Department of Public Safety has announced changes to scheduling at the Ephraim and Nephi Driver License Division offices.

Due to the high, rough terrain, helicopters have been used to drop water and retardant to slow the Crooked Creek Fire and help firefighters as they work on the ground to suppress the fire. The fire is burning in the Manti LaSal National Forest east of Milburn, north of Fairview. (Photo courtesy of Forest Service)

In the Manti LaSal National Forest east of Milburn a fire, now known as the Crooked Creek Fire, was started by lightning July 18. It has been burning in mixed conifer with down and dead timber, and large standing timbers. The blaze is considered to be 15 percent contained at press deadline. (Photo courtesy of Forest Service)

HAB warning advisory issued for Scofield Reservoir

A harmful algal bloom has been observed at the Madsen Bay Boat Ramp at Scofield Reservoir.

Other areas have been affected. A warning advisory with recommended actions has been issued. (Photo courtesy of Utah DEQ)

SALT LAKE CITY — Southeast Health Department has issued a Harmful Algal Bloom (HAB) Warning Advisory for Scofield Reservoir after Division of Water Quality (DWQ) samples showed that cyanobacteria cell counts and anatoxin-a levels exceeded health-based thresholds. The Madsen Bay Boat Ramp, Mountain View Boat Ramp, and Frandsen Boy Scout Camp currently show the heaviest bloom activity.

Warning advisory A Warning Advisory indicates a moderate relative probability of acute health risk, cell-count density of 20,000 – 10 million cells per milliliter (cells/ml), microcystin levels of 4-2,000 micrograms per liter (µg/L), or anatoxin-a levels above non-detect.

Advisory actions Advisory actions for Scofield Reservoir include the following: Do not swim or water ski. Do not ingest the water.

Keep pets and livestock away. Clean fish well and discard guts. Avoid areas of scum when boating.

For more information and updates on bloom

conditions at Scofield Reservoir, visit habs.utah. gov.

Background A DWQ monitoring crew observed increased bloom activity during July 5, sampling at the reservoir. Toxin test-strip results and subsequent Utah Public Health Lab (UPHL) testing came back non-detect for microcystin, but test strips and UPHL tests were both positive for anatoxin-a.

Cyanobacteria cell-count concentrations were well above health-based thresholds, with cell densities of more 3.4 million cells per milliliter (cells/ ml) at the Madsen Bay Boat Ramp and greater than 250,000 cells/ml at the Mountain View Boat ramp.

All cyanobacteria found in the samples were identified as Dolichospermum, a toxin-producing genus of cyanobacteria.

The monitoring crew returned to Scofield Reservoir to collect additional samples on July 10 and 12. DWQ scientists, the DEQ District Engineer, and Southeast Health Department officials observed Please see ADVISORY, Page A6

Changes coming to Sanpete, Juab driver license offices SALT LAKE CITY — In an effort to better serve the citizens of Sanpete and Juab Counties, the Driver License Division is making changes to the current schedule in the Ephraim and Nephi offices. These changes take effect on Aug. 6.

Ephraim In Ephraim the new hours will be every Monday and Thursday from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m.

Services available are: learner permits issued; driver license issue and renewal; ID cards issued; and reinstatements.

All written tests given: regular operator, learner, motorcycle and CDL. For a road test appointment call (801) 698-9924 or (435) 2835832. All testing processes must be completed 1/2 hour prior to closing.

For driver license hearings call (801) 698-9924 or (435) 283-5830.

Payments accepted at Ephraim office are cash, check, money order, debit card, and credit cards. Located at 10 West 100 South, Ephraim.

Nephi The Nephi office hours will be Monday, Tuesday, and Thursday from 7 a.m. to 6 p.m., but closed for lunch from 12 noon to 1 p.m.

Services available are: learner permits issued; driver license issue and renewal; ID cards issued; and reinstatements.

All written tests given: regular operator, learner, motorcycle and CDL. For a road/motorcycle test appointment call (801) 698-9924 or (435) 623-2881. All testing processes must be completed 1/2 hour prior to closing.

For driver license hearings call (801) 698-9924 or (435) 623-2881.

Payments accepted at Nephi office are cash, check, money order, debit card, and credit cards. Located at 1143 East Highway 132, Nephi.

Nature High Summer Camp offers high experience EPHRAIM — Manti-LaSal National Forest will host the Nature High Summer Camp at the Great Basin Station, east of Ephraim, July 30 thru Aug. 4, as an effort to inspire and empower future conservationists. To apply online, visit http://naturehighcamp.org/.

Thirty students, ages 15 to 18, will have the opportunity to engage in activities that relate to different natural resource activities, fields and careers in the federal government. There is a fee to participate which covers meals, lodging and supplies. However, the Forest Service is sponsoring scholarships for 10 students.

Student participants will have the opportunity to spend time with professionals and scientists in their respective fields and engage in traditional camp activities. This includes participating in a ropes course, cultural Olympics, team games,

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campfire programs and a camp-wide party.

Students will also be able to earn college credit through the camp and visit the Snow College campus.

The Forest Service works to connect the public to the outdoors by providing special educational opportunities, including summer camps and ventures into the National Forests and Grasslands, as an effort to connect the public with the outdoors.

In the past, the Forest Service reached over 4.4 million people through their Conservation Education programs and more than 800 partners contributed to Forest Service investments by 200 percent. The goal of these programs is to help people from all walks of life understand and enjoy the United States’ natural and cultural assets and the intense drive to conserve them for future posterity.

Participants in the Nature High Summer Camp will tackle some local, real world, management issues. The campers will also participate in team games, ropes course, guest speaker symposiums, campfire programs.

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Reader warns about possible grasshopper invasion Dear Editor: Because of our water shortage, high temperatures and location, I believe we will probably witness a very serious plague of grasshoppers this year – The Perfect Storm.

This week I went to visit a friend to see if I could help him with his grasshopper problem.

They had already eaten his garden, except his potatoes, and were working on them, eaten many of his shrubs, his lawn, larger plants and were starting to work on his trees.

I believe this is typical in many areas and will probably spread to other locations.

For this reason I would like to suggest several steps to take now to protect your gardens, lawns, shrubs and fruit trees while you still have time and a chance. Don’t forget that a dozen or so grown grasshoppers can eat has much as a full grown cow.

Presently most grasshoppers appear as a small (½” long nymphs). Within a short time they will grow and before you know it will be two or more inches long. What follows are a few ways of dealing with them before they get out of control. Do not wait until you have a full grown invasion of grasshoppers before you start working on the problem.

1. Probably the quickest solution for your garden area is to gather some Juniper boughs – make sure they have small green berries and have a strong pungent odor. Fill a box full of freshly cut boughs (I selected those about one foot long) and then place the juniper boughs in the ends of your grow boxes, both on the ground and on a board laid across the ends (about 1½ to 2 feet above the ground) and then lay a few boughs among the most critical plants, like tomatoes, peas, beans and early vegetables.

2. Spray a three-foot wide

strip all around your garden.

How to make your spray: There are several products you could use to make your spray and each one is made and used in the same way.

Juniper Spray: Place at least a quart of the green fruit (looks like berries) in a blender, including some of the green material surrounding the juniper fruit. Now add some water and then whiz it thoroughly.

Next place this in a large pot and add some water. Bring to a boil for five to eight minutes and then let in set over night.

The next morning strain the material to remove all the debris. You now have your spray.

If it seems too strong you may dilute it somewhat. You will discover that this will deter the grasshoppers or kill them.

Remember grasshoppers are cannibals, any dead grasshoppers will be quickly eaten by other grasshoppers, through at least three generations.

This process can be used with other products such as several cloves of garlic or hot peppers. A less appealing way is to gather about a quart of grasshoppers and whiz them.

You may not have to bring them to a boil, just strain out the debris and spray. They can also be combined with other juices made to make an even more potent spray.

If you have problems with other bugs in your garden you can use this same process to rid your garden of them.

Diatomacrous Earth can also be used to deter and kill grasshoppers. Place the Diatomacrous earth in an air spray gun and then spray all your plants (water first). Spray a two-three foot strip around garden or any other area being attacked by grasshoppers.

You will have to do this several times to kill or deter the grasshoppers this year.

Another effective spray is common all-purpose flour,

make sure does not have salt in it and then dust your garden with it. It will gum up their mouths causing the grasshoppers to starve to death.

If it rains you will have to do it over again, otherwise do it every few days.

Another common product that is effective is apple cider vinegar with some Dawn dish soap or Safer added, and then spray it throughout your garden. The grasshoppers hate it and will quickly depart or if they eat it they will die. Another solution is to buy some bird seeds, the kind that birds eat off the ground and scatter it where the grasshoppers are.

It will attract birds and they will then eat the grasshoppers.

Probably one the best ways to rid yourself of grasshoppers is to allow free run chickens or ducks to do your work, as they will feast on them constantly and never seem to get tired or full of them. However the problem with them is they might also start eating the plants in your garden area.

Another excellent product is Neem oil. You can buy it in a concentrated form or already diluted – you will need to check to see which is the most cost- effective. Simply spray it around your garden and make a strip about two feet wide around the area under attack.

Sometimes on the back of the Neem Oil package there will be have some excellent ideas on how to use it – check this first before you use it.

Juniper Oil: You can buy pure Jumper Oil in health food stores. Although expensive, it can be diluted and used and should prove very effective against grasshoppers. Nevertheless I prefer to make my own as it is lots cheaper and just as effective and more convenient to get.

There are several commercial products available, however right now the most

potent is not available (HiLo) – their plant burned down last fall. You might still look around on the internet and farm stores, you just might be lucky and find some. Other chemical products are Seven and Triazicide (Spectracide) they are both effective and will kill off the grasshoppers for several generations. If you decide to use them shop around, as there are great differences in the prices.

There may be other products available that I am not aware of, for this reason you might ask the experts in the farm stores. I prefer to use organic/natural means in my garden rather than chemical ones. However if the grasshopper problem is very severe and not located in your garden you might want to try products like Seven or Triazicide.

Although it may be too late to use this technique you should keep in it your arsenal of weapons to use on grasshoppers next year. If you disc your property thoroughly in the early spring you will probably kill a good share of the grasshopper eggs that are laid in the soil. This could make your job much easier next year.

These are a few of the ideas that I am familiar with that might help you. I felt it might be a good idea to make them available now in hopes that it might help those that are presently suffering from grasshoppers and may not be aware of how to deal with them. You need to be reminded that this problem will probably only get worse in the future.

Please do not procrastinate until it is too late. Deal with the grasshopper problem now! Should you still have any questions, give me a call at (435) 462-9571 and I will see what I can do to help you.

R. M. Mann, Spring City

Trump recognizes foreign policy hypocrisy, foolishness Dear Editor: In South Africa, 1955, Nelson Mandella was in jail for 37 counts of terrorism, the most serious was blowing up a train killing children. The country

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was prosperous, safe and orderly.

The U.S. brokered Mandella’s release and democracy in South Africa. New York celebrated Mandella’s release with a ticket parade with him going down Madison Avenue in a big convertible. Mandella — hero terrorist.

World Trade buildings went down and every American became a suspect terrorist. The war on terror began here, but the U.S. sponsored, financed and trained terrorism to overthrow Syria.

And when Russia came to Syria’s voted majority government’s rescue they became our enemy. The propaganda in U.S. pronounced Russia most worthy of war because they killed a reporter revealing Russian lies — which was unproven.

The U.S. put our whistle blower in jail indefinably with no trial. He’s still there, the other fled to Russia. They attacked Crimea. This was humanitarian compared to what we did to Iraq.

President Trump has had to deal with two reports of Syr-

ian poison gas attacks by his intelligent sources, which he acted on. One attack was never proven source and the other one was completely fabricated.

President Trump doesn’t need Putin for an enemy, he has plenty of them at home.

I am proud and encouraged that President Trump recognizes the hypocrisy and foolishness of our foreign policies and his steps to correct them as seen in his world tour. Now to get out of Afghanistan.

Frank Crowther Ephraim

Time for a Vacation?

MERRILL OGDEN

It’s that time of year. School in Sanpete has been out for several weeks. The Manti Pageant is over. The kids are restless. It’s time to think about taking a little vacation of some sort. Even planning a trip can be therapeutic. It gives the family something to look forward to – something to live for.

I’ve planned dozens of trips that I’ve never taken. My dad used to say, “It doesn’t cost anything to dream.” It’s fun to visualize traveling to everywhere from A – Z: Australia to Zimbabwe or closer to home in Sanpete from Axtell to Zaple Canyon. (As you can see, it’s tough to find a “Z” destination in Sanpete. But you got what I was saying, right?)

A get-away vacation, whether short or long, nearby or faraway, can be refreshing and rejuvenating. Sometimes it’s good to see other places to remind ourselves of how good we have it here. Sometimes we get ideas from other places that could help us make things a little better around here.

We need to stretch ourselves a little bit and leave the familiar behind occasionally. Mark Twain was a big fan of traveling. He had lots to say about it.

One quote I like from him is: “Twenty years from now you will be more disappointed by the things you didn’t do than by the ones you did do. So throw off the bowlines, sail away from the safe harbor.

Catch the trade winds in your sails. Explore. Dream. Discover.”

I know a Sanpete couple that is planning a trip to Scotland in a month or two. It’s the “old country” as far as his ancestry goes. It’s been fun to watch them anticipate and prepare.

A while back, a family in my neighborhood went to Yellowstone National Park. The tee shirt one of the kids came back with was fun. It reads: “Bears love People.” It shows bears chasing people. I guess the message is that bears love people, like kids love ice cream.

National parks are a great place for family trips. Over the years, the parks in Utah, especially Bryce Canyon and Zion Canyon have been favorites with us.

As a young lady, my mother-in-law worked at Bryce as a chambermaid. You can still see her in a picture outside the entrance to the restaurant in the lodge. In those olden days, all the workers used to gather

in front of the lodge and did “sing aways” as the tour buses loaded up and drove away.

Fishing and boating trips are popular with Sanpeters. I know several people who love Lake Powell and take trips down there fairly regularly.

My daughter and her family have been down a couple of times lately. Being on a boat together as a family is good bonding time. It’s hard to run away from each other when you’re surrounded by water.

Our family has had a history of taking spontaneous trips.

Sometimes we haven’t even known where we’re going. Our most famous expedition of this sort was a weekend trip to Disneyland.

We packed up and pulled out of the driveway after work on a Friday evening. We had to make a decision: north or south. We went south. At each junction we made another decision. After driving through the night and taking a nap or two, we drove into Disneyland Saturday morning.

(I read in a memoir book

by Bill Bryson about his dad taking the family on a car trip to California when Bill was a kid. It was a surprise to the family when the dad drove into the Disneyland parking lot.

Bill looked at his parents and asked, “Do I have leukemia?”)

After having a fun day in the amusement park (that my grandpa used to call “DizzyLand”), we “recharged our batteries” with a night’s sleep.

Sunday morning, we enjoyed a gourmet breakfast overlooking the ocean with food provided by that well-known and popular “Golden Arches Restaurant.” We then rode home and were back to work on Monday morning.

Call it “itchy feet,” “cabin fever,” or whatever, but there are times when the urge to travel or just get away simply hits. That trip we took was a memory maker, but I don’t recommend that method as your main way of taking vacations. That unplanned trip does demonstrate though what is possible when one is in that sort of a mood.

Get away for a trip sometime this season Sanpete. It’ll do you good, even if it’s just for a night or two up on one of our beautiful mountains. Or if you’re adventurous, jump in the car and start driving and see where you end up. You might surprise yourself with an unforgettable memory.

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Sanpete Community Calendar July 26-28 and 30 7 p.m., “Forever Plaid” live on stage at the Peterson Dance Hall, 65 South State, Fairview.

Tickets at the door. Presented by the North Bend Entertainers.

Aug. 11 Home’s Cool Conference for all homeschooling parents in the Noyes building, Snow College Campus, 150 College Avenue East, Ephraim. Includes classes, open forum, vendors, Youth Track and family ball.

Registration required, includes box lunch. Visit Home’s Cool Facebook page or email 1starrymind@gmail.com for a registration link.

Aug. 25 9 a.m.-2 p.m., indoor yard sale featuring quilts, baked goods, new and gently-used items. Fundraiser for Mt. Pleasant Senior Center, 101 East 100 North.

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 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.

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.

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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.

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

Resume writing workshops are held every Tuesday, and interview skills workshops are held on Wednesdays. Contact DWS office for times at (435) 835-0720.

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

MatchingDonors.com, a 501 c3 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 the lives of people needing organ transplants. Visit matchingdonors.com or call (800) 3850422.

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

MP Public Library On-going programs include: 11:15 a.m., Wednesdays, Preschoolers and parents are encouraged to attend Storytime.

Enjoy stories, songs, activities and treats. Free! 1 p.m., each Wednesday, home schoolers get together for books, art, activities, discussions and treats. Free! 6:30 p.m., fourth Thursday each month, stories.

Kids come with their families, in pajamas, if they like, and enjoy stories, songs and a bedtime snack. 24 East Main, Mt. Pleasant.

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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 the opiate problem is continuing to get worse and is now considered a “syndemic.” More than ever before, communities need to come together and educate parents and children about the dangers of drug use.

To learn more about the nation’s drug crisis, go to: http:// www.narconon-suncoast.org/ blog/opioid-crisis-now-considered-a-syndemic.html.

Narconon can help a person take steps to overcome ad-

Organic prevention, management of powdery mildew on plants MELINDA MYERS

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MUKWONAGO, WI — Spots and patches of white or gray talcum powder-like substance on a plant means powdery mildew has infected the plant. This is one of the most widespread fungal diseases and attacks a wide range of plants.

The mildew may be seen on a variety of trees, shrubs, flowers, vegetables and lawn grasses. Don’t despair, the risk of this disease can be reduced with proper plant selection, maintenance and, if needed, organic intervention.

Powdery mildew is most common during hot dry weather. Wet foliage does not increase the risk of this disease, but high humidity does. People will typically see more mildew problems in crowded plantings, damp and shady locations as well as areas with poor air circulation.

Powdery mildew, like other diseases, occurs when the fungal organism and susceptible plants are present together and environmental conditions are right for the disease to occur.

Remove one of these factors and the disease can be eliminated. Nobody can change the weather but there are some things a person can do to reduce the risk of powdery mildew.

Avoid purchasing mildew susceptible plants. Instead select disease resistant varieties whenever possible. Fortunately, many new varieties of phlox, bee balm, lilacs and other mildew-resistant plants are now available at garden centers.

Further decrease the risk by growing plants at the recommended spacing in the preferred amount of sunlight. Giving plants room to reach full size ensures they will receive sufficient sunlight and air circulation, thus reducing the risk of this and other diseases. The plants will be healthier and better looking when they have space to show off their beauty.

Thin susceptible varieties of perennial plantings like phlox and bee balm in spring as new growth emerges. Removing one fourth of the stems increases light pen-

diction in a family. For free screening or referral call (877) 841-5509.

Preparedness skills Community classes to promote the advancement of skills, preparedness and resilience, are being taught by Jim Phillips in Spring City, sponsored by Spring City Citizen Corps (SCCC). Classes are held at Spring City Hall, 150 East Center. Skills classes are held every Thursday at 7 p.m. All events are open to the public at no cost. Questions, call (435) 709-1474.

Resource clothing bank Persons needing clothing are welcome to browse what is available, free, on Wednesdays 4:30-6:30 p.m. Clothing donations can be dropped off anytime at 35 N. 100 E., Manti. Money donations also welcome. For info call Nancy (435) 851-0603; Darcie (435) 851-1963; or Lisa (435) 3149064.

Sanpete Pantry Volunteers needed to help with cardboard recycling at the Sanpete Pantry, 1080 Black-

hawk Blvd, Mt. Pleasant. Call Sean at (435) 262-7841.

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

Veterans To commemorate the end of World War II, Utah Department of Veterans and Military Affairs and Utah State History are teaming up to collect stories of Utah’s World War II veterans. Veterans and families are encouraged to go to mymilitarystory.utah.gov to share stories. Donations of artifacts, such as diaries, photos and memoirs to state or local historical agencies is also encouraged.

Veterans memorial Donations are being taken to help build a Veteran memorial in Spring City. Anyone wishing to donate may send them to Spring City Veterans Memorial Association, PO Box 126, Spring City, UT; 84662.

MP seniors MT. PLEASANT — Activities on the Mt. Pleasant Senior Citizen Calendar for the month of August are as follows: All senior citizens in the community are encouraged to attend all activities at the center, 101 East 100 North, nominal yearly dues required.

The public is encouraged to support the senior citizen fund raiser indoor yard sale on Saturday, Aug. 25, in the center.

Faxing service available

For information, call (435) 462-0249.

Aug. 1, 6 p.m., monthly dinner, dinner fee, entertainment by Susan Shepherd; Aug. 8, 3 p.m., board meeting, need more help; Aug. 14, 1 p.m., foot clinic

by Dr. Jolley; Aug. 15, 6 p.m., potluck dinner, program and Bingo; Aug. 25, 9 a.m. to 2 p.m., indoor yard sale, to include quilts, baked goods, new and gently-used items. Donations also accepted.

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$1 per page to send 50¢ per page to receive Powdery mildew occurs when the fungal organism and susceptible plants are present and environmental conditions are right for the disease to occur. (Photo credit Melinda Myers, LLC) etration and airflow reducing the risk of powdery mildew.

Grow vine crops like cucumbers and squash on trellises and fences to accomplish the same results. Support large fruits of squash and melons with cloth slings anchored to the trellis.

Avoid excessive nitrogen fertilization that encourages lush succulent growth that is more susceptible to this and other diseases and many insect problems. Consider using low nitrogen slow release fertilizers that promote slow steady growth above and below ground.

If mildew continues to be a problem and is impacting the health and beauty of the plants, gardeners may decide to intervene. Lightweight horticultural oils trap the fungal spores on the plant preventing it from spreading.

Select OMRI certified products like Summit® Year-Round® Spray Oil (SummitResponsibleSolutions.com) that are approved for organic gardeners.

Always read and follow label directions

of all chemicals, organic or synthetic, before applying to any plant. Thorough coverage of the upper and lower leaf surfaces and stems will improve the success rate.

Check plant tags, purchase wisely and adjust plant maintenance to reduce powdery mildew problems in the landscape.

A bit of prevention and proper care go a long way to reducing the time spent maintaining healthy, productive and beautiful gardens and landscapes.

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Ways to stop snakes from slithering into yard TERRY MESSMER

USU Extension

The typical gopher snake is not a problem, but venomous snakes can be. Homeowners can change landscaping and take other steps to minimize snake encounters. (Photo courtesy of Jay Black, Logan)

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LOGAN — With a drier and hotter summer this year, more snakes are following their prey into areas that are irrigated and provide good cover and food.

Unfortunately, this describes many people’s yards, and for a lot of people, the sight of a snake strikes fear. To further the problem, many companies take advantage of people’s fear of snakes by selling products or services that are ineffective, and in some cases, may increase the danger to people and pets.

Most people’s fear of snakes stems from the worry that they are venomous. Most won’t want to be close enough to tell, but venomous snakes have a pupil that resembles a cat’s. It has an oblong shape with peaked ends that look like a slit in the center of the eye.

Non-venomous snakes usually have round pupils. The snakes most people are likely to see in their yards will be non-venomous, such as the garter or gopher snake.

If you encounter a snake in or around home, keep calm and follow these tips.

1). Mow grass often and keep it fairly short. Snakes are less likely to reside and move through short grass because it increases their exposure to predators such as owls and hawks. Shorter grass also makes snakes easier to spot.

2). Avoid over watering the lawn. Too much landscape water may attract prey species such as worms, slugs and frogs, which in turn may attract snakes seeking a meal.

3). Keep trees and shrubs trimmed and away from the home and garage, and keep branches off the ground. Cre-

ating a 24-to-36-inch space under trees and shrubs will help keep snakes away and will make it easier to spot them if they do slither in.

4). If a homeowner feeds birds, keep the feeder away from the house or consider not feeding them. Birds are messy eaters and often leave seed scattered below the feeder. Seed on the ground attracts rodents, which may also attract snakes seeking a meal. Store bird seed in a metal can with a tight-fitting lid.

5). Feed pets inside. Feeding them outside can attract insects and rodents which, again, attract snakes. If feeding outside is necessary, be sure to clean up uneaten food promptly. Store pet food in a metal can with a tight-fitting lid.

6). Store firewood, excess lumber and other types of debris away from the home. These provide prefect places for snakes to hide.

7). Think before landscaping.

Avoid using mulch and large rocks in the landscape, as they attract snakes and their prey and can create breeding and overwintering habitat. Instead, use smaller, tight-fitting rock such as gravel or river rock. Also avoid landscaping with water gardens and Koi ponds.

8). Seal cracks and crevices on sidewalks and foundations, and consider getting an energy audit. These can be a great way to identify places that allow air conditioning and heat to escape the home. These same cracks and crevices may be used as an entry point by snakes and other small creatures.

9). When all else fails, consider fencing. Use 1/4 inch or smaller rigid mesh or solid sheeting and bury it a few inches

into the ground. Include a bend at the top to prevent snakes from climbing up and over.

10). Do not use snake repellents or sulfur, as they are ineffective. Do not use mothballs because the active ingredient is naphthalene or paradichlorobenzene – chemicals that are toxic to insects and mammals, but are not effective against snakes. Using mothballs outside the home also violates product labels and puts the family and pets at risk.

Do not use sticky traps outside. Traps placed outside capture all sorts of non-target animals and result in a slow, agonizing death.

11). If there are issues with snakes in a chicken coop, avoid using ceramic eggs or golf balls.

Snakes that eat these artificial eggs die a slow and painful death over many weeks, and new snakes will show up to take their place.

Instead, focus on improving the coop to prevent snakes from entering and follow the deterrents recommended above. If using ceramic or other artificial eggs to encourage a brooding hen to lay, glue them down to prevent snakes from eating them.

12). Do not bring out the guns, shovels or other weapons. Discharging a firearm toward the ground can result in a bullet ricochet. If needing to get a snake to move on, use a water hose to spray the snake, which will encourage it to find a new place to take up residence.

For more information, go to: https://extension.usu.edu/ news_sections/agriculture_ and_natural_resources/snakesout-early or https://extension. usu.edu/news_sections/gardening/snake-spottings.

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The following taxing entities are proposing to increase property tax revenue within SANPETE COUNTY. Data is based on the taxing entity’s average value shown below. The same value is used for both residential and commercial property. Concerned citizens are invited to attend the public hearings listed.

FOR FURTHER INFORMATION, CONTACT THE INDIVIDUAL ENTITIES AT THE NUMBERS LISTED BELOW.

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Entities proposing a tax increase/Average Value SPRING CITY/ $180,000

If approved, tax will increase From To Residential: $88.31 $181.67 Commercial: $160.56 $330.30 Public hearing information Date/Time: Aug. 2, 2018, 6:30 p.m.

Location: 45 South 100 East, Spring City Phone: (435) 462-2244

CENTRAL UTAH WATER CONSERVANCY/$180,000 If approved, tax will increase From To Residential: $37.03 $39.60 Commercial: $67.32 $72.00 Public hearing information Date/Time: Aug. 9, 2018, 6:00 p.m.

Location: 355 West University Parkway, Orem Phone: (801) 226-7100

This list is for informational purposes only and should not be relied on to determine taxpayer’s property tax liability. For specific tax liability information, the taxpayer should review their “Notice of Valuation and Tax Change”.

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Joseph R. Newman 1932~2018 NOTICE TO WATER USERS

The applications below were filed with the Division of Water Rights in Sanpete County. These are informal proceedings per Rule R655-6-2.

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 AUGUST 22, 2018.

Please visit waterrights.utah.gov or call (801)538-7240 for additional information.

CHANGE APPLICATION(S) 65-4042 (a43868): Kyle Christensen propose(s) using 1.0 ac-ft. from groundwater (Freedom) for IRRIGATION; STOCKWATERING; DOMESTIC. Kent L. Jones, P.E. STATE ENGINEER Legal notice 28353 Published in The Pyramid July 26 and August 2, 2018.

NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING

TO ALL INTERESTED PERSONS: Erik Rico Requesting Approval of a 1-Lot Minor Subdivision West side of Axtell in the RA-2 Zone with 4.25 acres on Parcel #S10985X1.

Tyson & Karissa Church Requesting Approval of a 1Lot Minor Subdivision Southeast of Fairview in the RA-2 Zone with 3.73 acres. Property is split from original parcel. Parcel #S16606X4.

Devron & Cherish Larson Requesting Approval of a 1Lot Minor Subdivision located Southeast of Fairview in the RA-2 Zone with 4.08 acres. Parcel #S15504.

Branch Cox & Eddie Cox Requesting Approval of a 4Lot Minor Subdivision Northeast of Fairview in the RA-1 Zone with 12.08 acres. Parcel #S21066.

YESCO Outdoor Media/Mike Helm Requesting Approval of a Conditional Use Permit for a Double Face 10X30 Billboard North of Mt. Pleasant on Hwy 89 in the BC Zone on property owned by Alan Sherman. Parcel #S22227.

Marco Davis Requesting Approval of a Plat Amendment due to Mistakes Made.on the Previous Plat. Located in the RA-2 Zone South of Spring City and East of.200 West is 6.14 acres. Parcel #S26832.

Steve & Chrytsal Saechao Requesting Approval of a Conditional Use Permit for.a Ground Mounted Solar Panel. Located in the A Zone South of Pine Creek.Subdivision, 4 Miles Southeast of Mt. Pleasant. Parcel #S36961.

A Public Hearing will be held on Wednesday, August 8, 2018, 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 Scott Olsen at 835-2113. Individuals needing special accommodations should contact Sandy Neill, County Clerk at (435) 835-2131 at least three working days in advance.

Dated this 20th day of July 2018.

Sandy Neill Sanpete County Clerk Legal notice Published in The Pyramid July 26, 2018.

NOTICE OF SUMMONS

Richard C. Cahoon (000535) Melinda H. Birrell (12118) DURHAM JONES & PINEGAR, P.C. 111 South Main Street, Suite 2400 Salt Lake City, Utah 84110 Telephone: (801) 415-3000 rcahoon@djplaw.com mbirrell@djplaw.com Attorneys for Plaintiff IN THE SIXTH JUDICIAL DISTRICT COURT IN AND FOR SANPETE COUNTY, STATE OF UTAH Hannah Carol Cahoon Blain, an individual, Plaintiff, vs.

The heirs, devisees, successors in interest, and assigns of Max Gordon Blain, deceased; Sheri Anderson, an individual; Clint Webb, an individual, Reyannon Brooks, an individual; and ALL UNKNOWN PERSONS claiming any right, title, or interest in or lien upon the real property described in the Complaint, adverse to Plaintiff’s ownership, or clouding title thereto, Defendants.

SUMMONS

Case No. 180600055 Judge Marvin D. Bagley Tier 2 THE STATE OF UTAH TO THE HEIRS, DEVISEES, SUCCESSORS IN INTEREST, AND ASSIGNS OF MAX GORDON BLAIN, DECEASED, AND TO ALL UNKNOWN PERSONS CLAIMING ANY RIGHT, TITLE, OR INTEREST IN OR LIEN UPON THE REAL PROPERTY SUBJECT OF THIS ACTION: You are hereby summoned and required to file with the Clerk of the above Court, whose address is 160 North Main, Room 303, P.O. Box 219, Manti, Utah 84642, a written answer to Plaintiffʼs Complaint, and to serve upon or mail to Plaintiffʼs attorney, at the address shown above, a copy of your answer within 21 days after service of this Summons upon you, which will be complete on the final day of this publication.

If you fail to so answer, judgment by default will be taken against you for the relief demanded in the Complaint, which has been filed with the Clerk of the above Court, and a copy of which is available through the Court.

This is an action to quiet title in property located in Sanpete County, Utah, more particularly described as: Tax Serial No. 0000017123; Lot 4 Block 6 Plat A, Spring City Survey Copies of the Complaint in this action have been deposited with the Clerk of the Court and can be picked up by anyone claiming an interest in the above-described property.

DATED this 17th day of July, 2018.

DURHAM JONES & PINEGAR, P.C. /s/ Richard C. Cahoon Richard C. Cahoon Melinda H. Birrell Attorneys for Plaintiff Legal Notice 28338 published in The Pyramid July 26 and August 2, 2018.

MT. PLEASANT-Joseph Reuben Newman, 86, Mt. Pleasant, UT; passed away July 18, 2018.

He was born Jan. 27, 1932, in Springville, UT; to Robert Howell and Irene Ester Clark Newman.

He married Carma Stringham June 15, 1953, in the Salt Lake LDS Temple. They settled in Cache Valley, and while living there, he was one of the first successful kidney transplant recipients. After his transplant, he was one of the most healthiest men you could meet.

They moved in 1971 to Star Valley, WY; and spent 30 of their married years owning Star Valley Jewelry. They moved to Mt. Pleasant for the last 16 years, where he and Carma retired.

Joe loved the outdoors and especially fishing. He was an avid gardener, both for himself and his neighbors.

Joe served in many callings in the LDS Church such as Scouting, ward mission leader, high priest group leader and Sunday School presidency.

He also served with his wife in the Dallas Fort Worth LDS Mission, serving mainly in Oklahoma and New Mexico. Joe enjoyed the temple and in the last eight years he attended the Manti LDS Temple weekly.

Joe is survived by his children, JoAnne (Stan) Clapham, Bountiful; Mickel J (LaRisa) Newman, West Valley; Gloria (Carl) Hamilton, Ogden; Jared J. (Rebecca) Newman, Pocatello, ID; Lorna (Tim) Jensen, Grover, WY; Alma J. (Gail) Newman, Layton; 30 grandchildren and 79 great-grandchildren.

He is also survived by his siblings, Howell Pershing Newman, St. George; and Ethel Gottfredson, Pocatello, ID. He was preceded in death by his parents, his wife, Carma Newman; daughter, Audrey Newman; siblings, Gerald Robert Newman, Elizabeth Clairene Rowland, Margaret Ann Woods, Hazel Irene Gordon, Thomas Jay Newman and William Albert Newman.

Funeral services were held July 23, in the Mt. Pleasant North LDS Stake Center.

Interment was in the Grover Cemetery in Grover, WY. Online condolence at www.rasmussenmortuary.com.

NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING

Fairview City Planning Commission will hold a public hearing on Thursday, August 2, 2018, at 7:30 p.m., at the Fairview City Hall, located at 85 South State, Fairview, Utah.

The purpose of the hearing is to hear citizen(s) input on a proposed light industrial zone within and outside the city limits, which may extend into the buffer zone of Fairview City.

If unable to attend this public hearing, Fairview City Planning Commission will accept written comment(s) delivered or mailed to Fairview City Hall, 85 South State, PO Box 97, Fairview, Utah 84629.

Further information can be obtained by contacting Dave Taylor at 435-427-3858.

In compliance with the American with Disabilities Act, individuals needing special accommodations during this meeting should notify Jan Anderson, City Recorder, 435427-3858, at least three (3) days prior to this meeting.

Dated: July 23, 2018.

Jan Anderson Fairview City Recorder Legal notice 28423 Published in The Pyramid July 26, 2018.

SUMMONS IN THE THIRD JUDICIAL DISTRICT COURT SALT LAKE COUNTY, STATE OF UTAH IN THE MATTER OF THE GENERAL DETERMINATION OF ALL THE RIGHTS TO THE USE OF WATER, BOTH SURFACE AND UNDERGROUND, WITHIN THE DRAINAGE AREA OF THE UTAH LAKE AND JORDAN RIVER IN UTAH, SALT LAKE, DAVIS, SUMMIT, WASATCH, SANPETE, AND JUAB COUNTIES IN UTAH. UTAH COUNTY DIVISION BIRDSEYE SUBDIVISION AREA 51, BOOK 5 Civil No. 365729818 (51-5) Judge Laura Scott The State of Utah to the said defendant: You are hereby summoned in the above entitled action which is brought for the purpose of making a general determination of the water rights of the described water source. Upon the service of this summons upon you, you will thereafter be subject to the jurisdiction of the entitled court and, if you have or intend to claim a water right, it shall be your duty to follow further proceedings in the above entitled action and to defend and protect your water rights therein.

If you have not been served with summons other than by publication in a newspaper, and you claim a water right within the area of the Birdseye Subdivision (51-5) that is not included in the proposed determination for said subdivision, then you must file a statement of claim in this action setting forth the nature of your claim within ninety (90) days following the last date of publication of this summons.

Your failure so to do will constitute a default in the premises and a judgment may be entered against you declaring and adjudging that you have forfeited all rights to the use of water and that you are forever barred and estopped from subsequently asserting such right to the use of waters in the Birdseye Subdivision, Utah County Division, of the Utah Lake and Jordan River general water rights adjudication.

Dated this 29th day of June, 2018.

SEAN D. REYES UTAH ATTORNEY GENERAL MELISSA L. REYNOLDS SARAH M. SHECHTER BENJAMIN J. JENSEN Assistant Attorneys General Attorneys for the Utah State Engineer 1594 West North Temple, Suite 300 Salt Lake City, UT 84116 Legal notice 27301 Published in The Pyramid June 28, July 5, 12, 19 and 26, 2018.

Ronna L. Torgerson 1931~2018 FAIRVIEW-- On what would have been her motherʼs 125th birthday, Ronna Lee Swenson Torgerson, our sweet mother, passed away and into the waiting arms of those who passed before her.

She was born Feb. 4, 1931, in Fairview, UT; to Anthere and John Swenson, the youngest of 10 children.

She married LaVern Torgerson June 30, 1947. They have four children: Michael (Gail), Randy (Kathy), Jacalyn (Joe) and Gary (Lynne).

Mom and Dad spent many years in Wayne County, UT; before moving to Salt Lake City in 1956. They moved to Denver in 1962.

Mom worked for Frito-Lay in Denver for many years, driving I-25 from one end of Denver to the other in rain, sleet, hail and snow. She left Frito-Lay in 1971 when they opened the first of their service stations.

They retired in 1986, spent a few years as Snowbirds in Arizona during the winter and summers at the cabin they built together in Coaldale, CO; then finally came home to Richfield, where Vern passed away in 2004.

Mother lost her vision in 2001, but fought valiantly to remain independent. She moved back to Denver to be near Jackie and Gary and into Sunny Acres Retirement Center, when she could no longer take proper care of herself. Dementia is an incredibly cruel disease, and Mom gave the fight of her lifetime to combat it . . . but in the end, sadly it took her.

She is survived by her children, nine grandchildren, 24 great-grandchildren and one great-great grandson, as well as many well-loved nieces and nephews.

She was preceded in death by her husband, Vern; grandson Anthony Porath; brothers, Shirley, Ross, Jay, Harry and Dwaine; and her sisters: Wilma, Vanetta, Ora and Helen.

A viewing will be held Saturday, July 28, from 10:0011:30 a.m., at Rasmussen Mortuary, 96 North 100 West, Mt. Pleasant.

Graveside service will be held at 12:00 noon in the Upper Fairview City Cemetery in Fairview.

We will keep your legacy alive Mom with the love, kindness, principles, humor and hard work ethic you instilled in all of us. We love you forever and ever.

Online condolence at rasmussenmortuary.com.

Elsie Kay Dyches 1941 ~ 2018 MORONI-- Elsie Kay Dyches, 77, Moroni, passed away at her home surrounded by her family July 18, 2018.

Kay was born March 7, 1941, to Caleb T. and Rachel Blackham Hartley in Fairview.

She married Bernell R. "Boone" Dyches July 1, 1959, in Fairview.

The couple were married for 56 years and raised four children.

Kay always loved to be around her children, grandchildren and great-grandchildren. She enjoyed camping, fishing, hunting, spending time on the desert while her family sheared sheep, cutting wood, playing bingo and watching ball games.

She excelled in gardening and taking care of her goats. She loved and had a positive impact on all who were blessed to be part of her life.

Kay is survived by her children, Tammy Thompson, Ogden; Scott (Diane) Dyches, Moroni; Allison Boudreaux, Moroni; Jarred (Christina) Dyches, Moroni; 15 grandchildren; and 18 great-grandchildren.

She is also survived by siblings, Norma Gean (Bill) Alston, WA; Ellis Hartley, Provo; Bob (June) Hartley, Ely, NV; and Dorene Sperry, Provo.

Kay was preceded in death by her parents; husband, Bernell Dyches; sister, Linda Goforth Seethaler; sister-inlaw, Esther Dyches; son-in-law, Bart Thompson; niece, Shelly Dyches; nephew, Cody Dyches; great-nephews, Colton Dyches and Mason Dyches Burnside.

Graveside services were held July 21 in the Moroni City Cemetery.

Online condolence at www.rasmussenmortuary.com.

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Thursday, July 26, 2018

FAIRVIEW ICEBREAKER COOL SUCCESS

Forever Plaid begins tonight on stage at the Peterson Dance Hall, 65 South State, Fairview.

Performances are July 26, 27, 28 and 30 at 7 p.m. (Left to right): are Shaun Knudsen, Marc Anderson, Jason Quinn and Kelsen Spencer. Seated is Nicole Lamb with Brynne Lamb looking on during a rehearsal.

Watch for the 2018 Sanpete County Fair Magazine in next week’s Pyramid Shopper

Julie Christine Madsen shows her delight during the Fairview fun kids’ activities icebreaker on July 19, which included a fish pond, helium balloons, watermelon bust, games, face-painting, and the popular pie-eating contest. A big vote of appreciation goes out to Pioneer Days Committee Chair Shirlene Rasmussen and those who helped make it a success. (Photo courtesy of Terry Madsen)

Housing, transportation drive Utah price increases SALT LAKE CITY — Zions Bank Wasatch Front Consumer Price Index (CPI) increased 0.9 percent from May to June on a non-seasonally adjusted basis.

Year-over-year, the Wasatch Front Consumer Price Index has grown 5.1 percent, the largest year-over-year increase reported since Zions Bank began measuring prices along the Wasatch Front in 2011.

The National Consumer Price index has increased 2.9 percent since June of last year. 80 percent of the yearover-year annualized inflation increase of 5.1 percent was driven by steady increases in the housing and transpor-

tation sectors. Transportation costs, in particular, have increased 14.4 percent in the past twelve months.

Additionally, in the largest single-month jump since June 2015, transportation contributed nearly 90 percent of the month-to-month increase to the Wasatch Front Consumer Price Index. The increasing cost of rentals and annual price changes of new and used vehicles make up the majority of transportation’s increase.

Housing in Utah had its first month-to-month decrease in five months due largely to seasonal fluctuations in prices.

With a larger and larger pro-

portion of Utahns’ income going to housing and transportation, less and less is able to go elsewhere.

Utahns spent a smaller share of their income on recreation, food at home, and other goods and services in June than they have in any other month since Zions Bank began recording the Wasatch Front Consumer Price Index in 2011.

In contrast, Utahns are spending less on groceries and home cooked meals, and are beginning to spend more on food away from home.

“Even though prices in Utah are increasing, many other factors still signal that Utah is

doing very well and will continue to be a state with one of the strongest economies in the country,” said Scott Anderson, president and CEO of Zions Bank.

“US News’ Best States ranking puts Utah as being in the top three states in the country for its economy, education and fiscal stability and ranks the state third overall.”

“When prices for housing and transportation go up, like they have been here in Utah, it’s typical to see spending on more expensive and easily substitutable goods drop,” said Randy Shumway, chairman and founder at Cicero Group.

“Instead, we are seeing that Utahns are still spending more on a luxury goods, such as eating out, than in the past. This is a sign of changing consumer habits. It is a vote of confidence in their place in the economy.”

Analysis and data collection for the Zions Bank CPI and the Zions Bank Consumer Attitude Index are provided

by Cicero Group, a premier market research firm based in Salt Lake City. The Zions Bank Utah Consumer Attitude Index will be released July 31.

About Zions Zions Bank, a division of ZB, N.A., is Utah’s oldest financial institution and is the only local

bank with a statewide distribution of branches, operating 100 full-service offices. Zions Bank also operates 24 full-service branches in Idaho. In addition to offering a wide range of traditional banking services, Zions Bank is also a leader in small business lending and has ranked as the No. 1 lender of U.S. Small Business Administration 7(a) loans in Utah for the past 24 consecutive years.

Founded in 1873, Zions Bank has been serving the communities of Utah for more than 140 years.

Additional information is available at www.zionsbank. com.

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MT. PLEASANT — In men’s softball action this week, Christensen Brothers Rock defeated DTM 14-7; Hadley’s over The Big Johnson’s 7-0.

Biggies beat The Hoodratz 1110.

Biggies over The Big Johnson’s 7-0; Shep’s beat 180 Fitness 20-13; Hoodratz defeated Benchwarmers 22-15; Bert & The Gang over Hermansen Equipment 7-0.

Bert & The Gang defeated 180 Fitness 18-13; Christensen Brothers Rock over Hermansen

Equipment 7-0; Shep’s beat Hadley’s 19-15; 180 Fitness over Hermansen Equipment 7-0; Benchwarmers defeated DTM 20-13.

1. The Big Johnson’s......... 8-3 2. Biggies....................... 8-3 3. Shep’s........................7-4 4. 180 Fitness.................. 7-5 5. Hoodratz.....................6-5 6. Christensen Bros. Rock.5-6 7. Bert & The Gang...........5-6 8. Hermansen Equip........4-7 9. Hadley’s.....................4-7 10. Benchwarmers...........3-8 11. DTM.........................3-6

Women’s softball league MT. PLEASANT — In women’s softball action this week, Base-Ic Pitches defeated Drop Your Plow & Run 15-5; Nice Snatch over Scared Hitless 7-0; and Base-Ic Pitches beat

Butt Naked 37-12.

1. Base-Ic Pitches............ 6-1 2. Drop Your Plow & Run.. 6-1 3. Nice Snatch................. 3-3 4. Scared Hitless............. 2-5 5. Butt Naked..................0-7

ADVISORY

Utah Health Department, city drinking water and Price River Water Improvement District (PRWID)-supplied water is treated and is safe to drink.

Canal water is currently unaffected by any residual bloom.

While some areas of Scofield Reservoir are not currently affected by visible blooms, algae may move or disperse depending on temperature, wind, and weather. Recreationists are advised to be mindful of conditions, as they may change over the course of the day.

FROM A1

additional bloom activity at the Boy Scout Camp and the upstream inlet of Madsen Bay. Based on cyanobacteria cell-count concentrations, the detection of anatoxin-a at sampling sites, and visual observations, the Southeast Health Department issued a Warning Advisory for Scofield Reservoir.

According to the Southeast