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Nikki Evans

Aubree Jensen

Ally Brotherson

Cari Jo Carmody

Ashtyn Childs

Dallas Taylor

Jillane Olsen

Keyera Braithwaite

Bailey Simons

Kathryn Christensen

Hope Marsing

Karlie Kate Strickland

Taylor Palmer

Kaytlin Elisabeth Estey

Miss Sanpete, Outstanding Teen competitions set Aug. 9 EPHRAIM — The 58th annual Miss Sanpete County Competition, along with the Miss Sanpete County’s Outstanding Teen Competition will be held on Friday, Aug. 9, at 7 p.m., at Snow College Eccles Center for the Performing Arts, 300 East Center, Ephraim. Doors will open at 6 p.m., tickets available at the door.

Ten talented and qualified candidates from around the county will compete for the opportunity to serve as Miss Sanpete County and four will compete for Sanpete County’s Outstanding Teen. The newly-crowned Miss Utah 2019 Dexonna Talbot will be the host for the evening.

Director of the Competitions Abby Ivory said she is impressed with the caliber of this year’s competing class.

“These candidates are prepared and excited to serve our community. They

are smart, talented and driven toward success.”

Affiliated with the Miss America organization, Miss Sanpete County has made adjustments in the competition to be in line with the new Miss America 2.0. Candidates no longer participate in swimwear competition.

Instead, more emphasis is placed on interview skills and the candidate’s ability to express herself and her opinions, as well as discuss her social impact statement.

Miss Sanpete County candidates will be judged in four areas: talent, interview, evening wear/social impact statement and onstage question.

Miss Sanpete County Outstanding Teen candidates will be judged in talent, interview, evening wear/onstage question and lifestyle/fitness.

The Miss Sanpete County Schol-

arship Organization provides opportunities for young women to achieve their personal and professional ambitions. Candidates also participate in community service activities and develop leadership skills that help them excel in their chosen career and life goals.

A non-profit affiliate of the Miss America Organization, the Miss Sanpete County Scholarship Organization will award more than $3,500 in college education scholarships.

The outgoing Miss Sanpete County, Bellamy Sorensen, and Outstanding Teen, Nikki Evans, have served the county well. “We are sad to see Bellamy and Nikki’s year of service come to an end, but we are proud of all they accomplished,” stated Ivory. “They were devoted to their service platforms and the community they love.”

Candidates for Miss Sanpete County are: Nikki Evans Nikki Evans is the daughter of Robert and Tiffany Evans, Manti. She will perform a lyrical dance for her talent.

Her social impact statement, “Teens Behind Screens”, focuses on educating the community about internet and social media safety.

Aubree Jensen Aubree Jensen is the daughter of Corey and Arleen Jensen, Sterling.

Aubree will perform a vocal solo for her talent. Her social impact statement is “Today a Reader, Tomorrow a Leader,” to focus on inspiring children to become better readers.

Ally Brotherson Ally Brotherson is the daughter of Rich and Molly Brotherson, Mt. Pleasant. For her talent, she will per-

form a piano solo. Her social impact statement is “L.I.V.E — Learn the needs, get Involved, Volunteer, Enthusiastically,” focusing on bringing awareness to volunteering.

Cari Jo Carmody Cari Jo Carmody is the daughter of Tom and Candy Carmody, Manti.

She will perform a Ballet En Pointe.

Her social impact statement, “The Power of Positive Thinking,” focuses on teaching children how to change their thinking patterns.

Ashtyn Childs Ashtyn Childs is the daughter of Gary and Annie Childs, Centerfield.

She will perform a jazz dance for her talent. Her social impact statement, “Be Uniquely You,” focuses on teaching kids how to love themselves Please see MISS SANPETE, Page A2

Local students graduate from U of U ‘LaVoy: Dead Man Talking’ to be shown Aug. 9 SALT LAKE CITY — University of Utah congratulates 8,465 students who received their academic degrees May 2, 2019. The following local students earned degrees: Eric Smith, Manti, graduated with a Bachelor of Science in Mechanical Engineering.

Thomas Sego, Mt. Pleasant, graduated with a Master of Science in Electrical and Computer Engineering.

Jane Mathisen, Ephraim, graduated with a Bachelor of Science in Economics.

Polly Jacobsen, Manti, graduated with a Bachelor of Arts in English.

Alexys Allen, Sterling, graduated with a Doctor of Medicine.

Spencer Agren, Gunnison, graduated with a Bachelor of Science in Business Administration.

Marcus Deaton, Salt Lake City, graduated with a Master of Accounting.

Armando Frutos, Ephraim, graduated with a Bachelor of Science in Athletic Training.

Several students attending the University of Utah recently graduated with academic degrees. (Photo courtesy of University of Utah) Hayley Kelsch, Manti, graduated Cum Laude with a Bachelor of Science in Kinesiology.

Nancy Magana, Moroni, graduated with a Bachelor of Science in Human Development and Family Studies.

Deborah Peel, Mt. Pleasant, graduated Cum Laude with a Bachelor of Science in Psychology.

Cody Sanders, Mt. Pleasant, graduated with a Doctor of Medicine.

Amanda Slaughter, Salt Lake City, graduated with a Master of Education in Educational Leadership and Policy.

Lauren Bingham, Salt Lake City, graduated with a Bachelor of Science in Biology.

Zac Flinders, Beaver, graduated with a Doctor of Medicine.

Anjanae Merida, Ivins, graduated with a Master of Education in Educational Psychology.

About U. of U. The University of Utah, located in Salt Lake City in the foothills of the Wasatch Mountains, is the flagship institution of higher learning Please see GRADUATES, Page A6

MANTI — A free showing of LaVoy: Dead Man Talking will be held at 7 p.m., Friday, Aug. 9, at the Manti City Building, 50 South Main Street, in the Eva Beal Auditorium.

The film is said to be something that every American who cherishes the Constitution should see.

On Jan. 26, 2016, while traveling to a town hall meeting where some 300 residents had gathered to hear a presentation on Constitutional Rights, Arizona rancher LaVoy Finicum was shot by state and federal authorities.

This unjust action was taken near the end of a three-week peaceful occupation of a federal wildlife refuge near Burns, Oregon, according to the press release.

Witnesses reported that LaVoy was doing nothing that merited deadly force or even arrest. Other passengers in the truck observed that he was unarmed and not threatening authorities in any way.

LaVoy Finicum subsequently bled to death from at least three bullet wounds to his torso. His truck and the four passengers inside endured a hail of hundreds of bullets from high powered rifles, blowing out windows and spraying the vehicle.

Following this unwarranted use of deadly force, the passengers were subjected to multiple concussion grenades and tear gas bombs detonated around the vehicle. Those inside all agree that nothing short of “a miracle from God” preserved their lives.

It was noted that one of the last things LaVoy Finicum said prior to his death underscored his patriotism and love of country. “Honestly, there Please see LAVOY, Page A6

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An environmental assessment analyzing a proposed wild horse gather, removal and contraception project has been completed for the Range Creek Herd Management area northeast of Price. The Bureau of Land Management is seeking public comment on the proposal until 5 p.m., Monday, Aug. 12.

BLM seeks public comment on proposed wild horse management near Price PRICE — Bureau of Land Management (BLM) Price Field Office is seeking public comment on an environmental assessment (EA) analyzing a proposed wild horse gather, removal and the use of contraception on horses in the Range Creek Herd Management Area (HMA).

The Range Creek HMA is located in Carbon County, approximately 20 miles northeast of Price, in the Tavaputs Plateau. It consists of approximately 55,000 acres of federal, state and private lands.

The Appropriate Management Level (AML) for this HMA has been established at 75-125 wild horses. The HMA has a current estimated population of 282 horses, which is projected to increase to about 338 horses as a result of foals born in 2019.

The EA analyzes the use of fertility control, sex ratio adjustments and periodic removal of horses over a 10-year period to maintain the AML within the HMA.

The analysis also includes emergency stabilization and restoration of land affected by wildfires, impacts due to over-population of wild horses, impacts to vegetation treatment, actions to comply with Utah Rangeland Health and Standards and other topics.

The draft EA, including maps, is available online at http://bit.ly/RangeCreekEA. Written comments will be accepted by letter, email or online through ePlanning until close of business (5 p.m.

Mountain Daylight Time) on August 12.

Comments should reference Range Creek Herd Management Area and be as specific as possible. Special attention will be given to those comments that contain new technical or scientific information relevant to the proposed action.

Comments containing only opinions or preferences will not receive a formal response but may be considered in the BLM’s decision-making pro-

cess. Multiple comments containing the same information will be responded to once.

Written comments may be submitted by mail, email or online using ePlanning. Mail comments to: BLM Price Field Office, Attn: Mike Tweddell, 125 S 600 W, Price, Utah 84501 or email to: blm_ut_pr_ whb@blm.gov or visit ePlanning online at: http://bit.ly/ RangeCreekEA. Those who provide comments are advised that their entire comment – including personal identifying information – may be made publicly available at any time. This includes the commenters address, phone number, email address or other personal identifying information, if it is included in their comments.

While those commenting can ask that the BLM withhold personal identifying information from public review, the BLM cannot guarantee that they will be able to do so.

For additional EA specific information, please contact

Mike Tweddell at (435) 6363600. Persons who use a telecommunications device for the deaf (TDD) may call the Federal Information Relay Service (FIRS) at 1-800877-8339 to leave a message or question with the above individual. The FIRS is available 24 hours a day, seven days a week. Replies are provided during normal business hours.

About BLM The BLM manages more than 245 million acres of public land located primarily in 12 Western states, including Alaska. It also administers 700 million acres of sub-surface mineral estate throughout the nation.

Diverse activities authorized on these lands generated $96 billion in sales of goods and services throughout the American economy in fiscal year 2017.

These activities supported more than 468,000 jobs.

For more information about the Utah Wild Horse & Burro Program, visit www.BLM.gov/ WHB.

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a piano solo for her talent. Her platform, “B.R.E.A.T.H.E”, focuses on cultivating a strong mental health.

Keyera Braithwaite Keyera Braithwaite is the daughter of Brian and Misty Braithwaite, Manti. For her talent, she will perform a contemporary dance. Her social impact statement is “Kindness is Key.” Be kind to yourself, be kind to others and be kind to your environment.

Bailey Simons Bailey Simons is the daughter of David and Allison Simons, Manti. She will perform a German vocal solo for her talent. Her social impact statement is “Save Lives, Change Lives: Organ Donation,” in which she plans to raise awareness about the importance of organ donation.

Kathryn Christensen

Kathryn Christensen is the daughter of Alan and Becky Christensen, Manti. She will perform a vocal solo for her talent. Her social impact statement, “Music Heals” focuses on the healing power of music.

Candidates for Sanpete County’s Outstanding Teen include: Hope Marsing Hope Marsing is the daughter of Nick and Christina Marsing, Manti. She will perform musical theatre for her talent.

Her social impact statement is “Unfiltered Living,” focusing on bringing awareness to the negative impact of conforming to society’s “perfect image.”

Karlie Kate Strickland Karlie Kate Strickland is the daughter of Cody Strickland and Harmonie Poppleton, Ephraim. She will perform a vocal solo for her talent. Her

social impact statement is “Break the Silence on Human Trafficking.” She would like to raise awareness on this growing concern.

Taylor Palmer Taylor Palmer is the daughter of John and Linda Palmer, Ephraim. She will perform a juggling routine for her talent.

Her social impact statement is “Soak up the Sun: Encouraging People to Get Enough Vitamin D.” She would like to raise awareness of Vitamin D deficiency and its health effects.

Kaytlin Elisabeth Estey Kaytlin Elisabeth Estey is the daughter of Frank and Lisa Estey, Manti. For her talent she will perform a contemporary dance solo. Her platform is “Don’t Be a Cyber-Bully.” She plans to educate the public on the damaging impact of cyber bullying.

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Dallas Taylor Dallas Taylor is the daughter of Matthew and Ralaina Taylor, Ephraim. She will perform a vocal solo for her talent. “Learn to A.C.T, Taking Steps to Prevent Scuicide” is her social impact statement. She hopes to bring awareness to suicide prevention.

Jillane Olsen Jillane Olsen is the daughter of Scott and Melissa Olsen, Manti. She will perform

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Sanpete County booking report MANTI — Activities on the Sanpete County booking report are as follows: July 29 Jessica Kay Tucker, Mt. Pleasant, was arrested in Mt. Pleasant by the Mt. Pleasant Police Department on a Sixth District Court Warrant. Bail was set at $5,000.

July 30 Kenneth Mitch Jenkins, Manti, was arrested in Manti by the Sanpete County Sheriff ’s Office on the charge of distribution or manufacturing of a controlled substance. Bail was set at $10,000.

Brian Lynn Terry, Mt. Pleasant, was arrested in Mt. Pleasant by Adult Probation and Parole on a Sixth District Court Warrant. Bail was set at $5,000.

Kenneth Wayne Lund, Mt. Pleasant, was arrested in Mt.

Pleasant by Adult Probation and Parole on a Fourth District Court Warrant. No bail was set.

Cory Yevgan Duncan, Carlsbad, CA: was arrested in Wales by the Sanpete County Sheriff ’s Office on charges of criminal mischief, failure to disclose identity and disorderly conduct. Bail was set at $5,830.

Aug. 1 Lindsay Ahn Cook, Moroni, was arrested in the Juab County Jail by the Sanpete County Sheriff ’s Office on two Sixth District Court Warrants.

Bail was set at $10,000.

Raymond Eddy Irizarry, Gunnison, was arrested in Gunnison by the Gunnison Police Department on charges of aggravated assault, damage to a communication device and driving on denied driver’s license. Bail was set at $5,903.

Tina Rachelle Stewart, Manti, was arrested in Manti by the Sanpete County Sheriff ’s Office on charges of DUI, operate on right side of road, lane travel provision, failure to provide child restraint device, failure to secure seat belt for child and unlawful conduct using prescription. Bail was set at $4,320.

Aug. 3 Etuale Matai, Fountain Green, was arrested in Fountain Green by the Fountain Green Police Department on the charge of assault and a Sanpete Justice Court Warrant.

Bail was set at $1,470.

Aug. 4 Travis Robert Jeffs, Manti, was arrested in Manti by the Sanpete County Sheriff ’s Office on charges of disorderly conduct and intoxication. Bail was set at $370.

At my age and stage of life, there are things that I wonder about. Some of these wonderings occur right before I drag my carcass out of bed each morning.

The things I wonder are mainly questions like this: I wonder if my knee is going to hurt as much today as it did yesterday. I wonder if my hip is going to give me problems today. I wonder whether I should have Fiber One cereal for breakfast or just rely on the coconut water I drank last night for “regularity.”

Earlier this week, I got out of bed and thought that I was a prime candidate for a knee replacement surgery.

My knee was giving me sharp pains and was acting like it didn’t want to support my weight. Given some time and usage, it started feeling better and my worries lessened.

I think it may have helped that I resolved to be more respectful of my deceased mother. I thought that maybe I was being punished for the re-telling over the years of the old joke that goes like this: “Everything I know, I learned at my mother’s knee. Or was it some other old joint?”

Having the knee problem the other day made me pause and consider how much I take the simple act of walking for granted. Most of us are able to use our legs to comfortably (most days) walk long distances in the course of a day to get what needs doing done. It’s wonderful thing.

There are some among us though, who, for one reason or another, are unable to walk. It’s easy to forget that there are many who have to make many adaptations to get from place to place.

Many live happy lives, despite mobility issues.

I have a nephew who is paralyzed. He broke his neck in a skiing accident back in 2001. Nathan, and his wife Heather, co-founded an organization called “Chair The Hope.” (see: chairthehope. org) They, and their children, are spectacular examples of meeting their own challenges in life, while looking outward to help those who, to their way of thinking, are in greater need than themselves.

“Chair The Hope” provides wheelchairs to people who really need them, but don’t have them. More than

300 wheelchairs will be delivered to Peru this fall. In the spring, chairs will go to Mexico.

I’m trying to be more grateful for my relatively good health. Being able to walk is a big part of that. I keep hearing that walking is great exercise and is very important. We need to keep moving.

I heard about some study that was done which reported that for every hour a person sits down, they lose two hours off their life span. I guess I’d better get a “standing desk” or, in the alternative, start planning my funeral. (Maybe they make a “lying down” desk?)

Perhaps I should adopt the concept of the Australian “walkabout.” I suspect you’ve heard about the tradition among aborigine boys.

They go on a journey, on foot, into the wilderness for weeks or months. It’s a rite of passage demonstrating a transition into manhood.

Walking around learning about their world and learning about themselves seems to have made sense in their culture.

In our culture, a parent handing car keys to a young man sometimes demonstrates the same rite of passage. Advice is given: “Be good. But if you can’t be good, be careful!”

My church has a “walkabout” once a month during the summer. It’s a motivator for us to get out and do some walking and visiting in our neighborhoods on a Sunday evening.

Two or three strategically located families volunteer their yards and serve as hosts. The rest of us walk around from place to place on a Sunday evening. It’s a great idea and has caught on. Having treats seems to help with the participation. Sanpete is a great place for walking. The dogs are friendly (mostly), drivers pay attention to walkers (mostly), and Sanpeters will give you a wave of friendship and encouragement (almost always).

As long as my old joints hold up, I’m going to try to keep walking around my neighborhood. If I don’t, I’m going to miss out on a lot of cookies and homemade ice cream. I hope you keep walking too. Enjoy the rest of the summer!

lbs 110.00126.50; 9001000 lbs scarce; 1000+ scarce.

Holstein Prices for Salina Producers Livestock Auction held July 30 are as follows: Receipts: 542; last week: 419; feeder steers: higher; heifers: higher; Holstein steers: scarce; slaughter bulls: lower.

Feeder steers: 200-300 lbs 155.00-197.50; 300-400 lbs 150.00-176.00; 400-500 lbs 130.00-167.00; 500-600 lbs 122.50-152.50; 600-700 lbs 120.00-148.00; 700-800 lbs 118.00-142.25; 800-900

steers: scarce.

Feeder heifers: medium and large frame 1-2: 200300 lbs scarce; 300-400 lbs 130.00-158.00; 400-500 lbs 125.00-148.00; 500-600 lbs 111.00-136.50; 600-700 lbs 107.50-138.00; 700-800 lbs 103.00-122.50; 800-900 lbs scarce; 900-1300 lbs scarce; heiferettes: 62.50-70.50; bred heifers scarce.

Pairs: 1095-1175.00.

Slaughter bulls: 73.0085.75.

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Back-to-school must-haves

50th anniversary

EPHRAIM-- Karl and Carolyn Christensen, Ephraim, will celebrate their 50th wedding anniversary Aug. 8, 2019.

The couple were married Aug. 8, 1969, in the Manti Temple of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints.

They are the parents of one son, LaMar Christensen.

To get your Celebration in The Pyramid call 435-462-2134 or email pyramid@heraldextra.com

(StatePoint) — Students don’t have to pick between form and function when gearing up for the new school year. Make the grade with these stylish back-toschool must-haves: Going green One easy way for students to accessorize while going green as a family, is to pack lunch with reusable containers and wrapping. These days, it’s easy to find cool designs made from eco-friendly, healthy materials, such as silicone, stainless steel, cloth and even rice paddy fiber.

Keeping time With a stylish timepiece, students will never be late. Those from Casio’s Vintage collection match a variety of styles, so they’ll look good no matter what is being worn. Water-resistant and equipped with an auto calendar, daily alarm and 1/100th second stopwatch, they feature an LED light and a battery life up to seven years.

Tune time A great set of headphones can add flair to any outfit. Looking ahead to the colder months ahead, check out headphones designed for all ages that double function as fleece headbands. The options from Cozy Phones, for example, include fun animal designs like pandas, unicorns and frogs.

Smooth operator An intuitively designed calculator can support a student through middle school and high school and into college.

School begins soon, so take time to prepare students with these back-to-schoool items.

The fx-CG50 PRIZM, a next-generation graphing calculator has advanced features like brand-new three-dimensional graph drawing and improved catalog function, allowing for greater engagement and real-life application in the mathematics classroom. What’s more, its natural textbook display and intuitive icon-based menu are designed for both style and ease of use.

Protect tech Protecting tech gear to extend the life of pricey purchases and personalize them.

Now, anyone can design their own cases for tablets, phones and laptops by using online services, such as My Custom Case and CASETiFY. With back-to-school gear that looks as great as it works, students can get set for a great school year.

Sanpete County Community Calendar Now thru Aug. 10 Juab County Fair complete with demolition derby, concerts, exhibits, vendors and fun at the Juab County Fairgrounds, 400 West Center, Nephi. For information or tickets, visit www.juabcountyfair. com.

Aug. 10 Register 7:30 a.m., tee-off 8 a.m., for Optic Cup Golf tournament at Skyline Mountain Resort, 2.5 miles east and south of Fairview on the Mountainville Highway which begins on 300 South, Fairview.

To golf call pro shop at (435) 427-9575.

Aug. 12-13 Ballots for Primary Elections held in Fountain Green and Gunnison must be returned. Mailed ballots need to be postmarked by Monday, Aug. 12, with required postage affixed to envelope. Ballots may be delivered in person to the Sanpete County Clerk’s Office and must be received by 8 p.m., Tuesday, Aug. 13. The completed ballot may also be dropped into a Ballot Drop Box and must be placed into a drop box by 8 p.m., Tuesday, Aug. 13. For Gunnison, use the box located on the east side of Gunnison City Hall, 38 West Center. For Fountain Green, the nearest drop box is located on the south side of Mt. Pleasant City Hall, 115 West Main.

Aug. 15-17 Manti ATV Ride for family and friends. Ride the Arapeen OHV Trail System, one of the most scenic mountain trails in Utah. Register in advance at Manti City office at (435) 835-2401 or visit http://www. mantiatvrun.com. Ride begins at Manti City Park, 200 North 400 West.

Aug. 17 4 p.m., Liberty BBQ at the home of Ray Truitt, 157 North State Street, Fountain Green.

Sponsored by the Constitution Party of Sanpete County. The

public is welcome to attend.

For more information, call Becky at (435) 835-7005.

Aug. 17-24 2019 “Bigger, Better, Bluer” Sanpete County Fair complete with a full week of fun and activities including the carnival, rodeo, demolition derby, Dave Stamey concert, Sanpete Xtreme Moto, junior livestock show, tractor show, Mammoth parade, team sorting, fun on the farm, fireman’s challenge, horse pulls, junior rodeo, car show, and much more. See schedule online at www.sanpetecountyfair.net.

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.

American Veterans All eligible veterans are encouraged to join and attend the appropriate post meeting as follows: Veterans of Foreign Wars Post 9276 of North Sanpete meets the first Tuesday of each month at 7:30 p.m., at 50 North 100 West, Mt. Pleasant.

American Legion Post 4 of Mt. Pleasant meets the third Tuesday of each month at 6:30 p.m., at the Utah National Guard Armory, 525 West 1000 South, Mt. Pleasant.

Bible Seekers Club 6:30 p.m., Wednesday Evening Kid’s Club for ages 5-12.

Hosted by Heritage Baptist

Hospital births GUNNISON—Babies born A girl, Leightyn Mae Edat Gunnison Valley Hospital wards, was born to Tyler and are as follows: Angela Edwards, Manti. She July 24 weighed six pounds.

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 or (435) 4691056.

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. 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.

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

MatchingDonors.com, a 501c3 nonprofit organization, is helping to change that by linking organ donors with people in desperate need of kidneys and other transplants. And now, it’s not necessary to donate a kidney to save a life. Donors can donate a boat, car or real estate, with 100 percent of the proceeds going to help save lives of people needing organ transplants. Visit matchingdonors. com or call (800) 385-0422.

MP Public Library Summer program schedule has ended. The regular schedule will resume in September.

The adult book club will take place the last Thursday of each month at 9:30 a.m. For more information, call (435) 462-3340, or visit Mt. Pleasant City Library, 24 East Main, Mt. Pleasant.

MP Senior Center Mt. Pleasant Senior Citizen Center, 101 East 100 North, offers rental space for events and social gatherings. For more information, call Paula Wright at (435) 262-9789 or Linda Jarman at (435) 262-0380.

NAMI National Alliance on Mental Illness (NAMI) support groups are a free resource providing support for individuals with mental health issues and also for their family and loved ones. Find strength with others who understand. Meetings are held next to Therapy West, 1050 South Medical Drive, Mt. Pleasant. Family Support Group meets first and third Thursdays at 7 p.m.; Connections Recovery Group meets second and fourth Thursdays at 6 p.m.

Narconon Narconon reminds families that 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 their children about the dangers of drug use. To learn more about the Nation’s drug crisis, visit http://www.narconon-suncoast.org/blog/opioid-cri-

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Mt. Pleasant 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 activities at the center, 101 East 100 North, nominal yearly dues required.

For more information, call Paula Wright at (435) 2629789 or Linda Jarman at (435) 262-0380.

Aug. 7, 6 p.m., Monthly dinner, dinner fee, entertainment by Paula Brewer;

Aug. 14, 3 p.m., Board meeting; Aug. 21, 6 p.m., Potluck dinner and Bingo.

A fundraising yard and bake sale will be held Sept. 21, from 8 a.m. to 1 p.m., at the center.

Donate good clean items to sell (no clothes) by calling Paula Wright, (435) 262-9789; Mary Hill, (435) 851-9098; or Caroline Anderson, (435) 262-7759.

The next foot clinic will be held Sept. 10, at 1 p.m. All are welcome to attend.

sis-now-considered-a-syndemic.html. Narconon can help with steps to overcome addiction in the family. Call today for free screenings or referrals at (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 Blackhawk 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.

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Prepare now for safe, successful archery hunt SALT LAKE CITY — Several Utah archery hunts for bull elk and buck mule deer begin Saturday, Aug. 17. If planning to be archery hunting this fall, there are several ways to prepare for the hunt and stay safe while out in the field.

While archery hunting doesn’t involve firearms, it does present some unique risks that hunters should be aware of.

“Every year, we receive reports of hunters getting injured falling from trees, or jabbing themselves or other hunters while carrying arrows in their hands,” said RaLynne Takeda, hunter education program manager for the Utah Division of Wildlife Resources (DWR).

Safety guidelines With some knowledge and preparation, it is easy to stay safe while hunting. Here are some general safety tips for archery hunting: Use tree stand safely Before placing a portable tree stand in a tree, be sure to check the stand’s weight rating. Make sure it will support both the weight of the user and the weight of their equipment.

“Hunters sometimes forget to factor in the weight of their equipment,” Takeda said. “If the combined weight of your body and the equipment is greater than the weight the stand can support, it could easily collapse, sending you and your gear to the ground below.”

Another risk, is falling while climbing the tree or falling from the stand, once reaching it.

“Before you start climbing, attach a safety harness, also called a fall arrest system, to yourself and the tree,” Takeda said. “Keep it attached until you’re on the ground again.”

Another risk is trying to carry the equipment while climbing the tree. Hunters should not attempt that. Instead, attach a haul line to the equipment, leaving plenty of slack in the line.

Then, attach your safety harness to the tree and start climbing, holding the haul line in one hand or tied to your belt.

After climbing onto the stand stand, use the haul line to lift the equipment up to the stand.

But remember, it is illegal to build a tree stand on land managed by the U.S. Forest Service or the Bureau of Land Management. Only portable stands can

Shooting on an archery range can increase the chances of taking a deer or elk when Utah’s general archery hunts start Aug. 18. (Photo courtesy of Utah DWR) be used in those areas.

Uncovered arrows Don’t leave any arrows uncovered. Broadhead arrows are extremely sharp, so it is a risk to carry one in a hand or nock one into the bow before ready to shoot. Hunters should not remove arrows from their quiver until it’s time to shoot.

“It only takes a few seconds to remove an arrow from a quiver, nock the arrow and shoot it,” Takeda said. “The few seconds you’ll save by carrying arrows in your hand or nocked on your bow aren’t worth it.”

Know the target Never take a shot at a deer or an elk that is beyond a comfortable maximum range. Also, before releasing an arrow, make sure of the target and what’s beyond it.

“Arrows, especially carbon arrows, can hit with great force at distances as far as 100 yards from the point of release,” Takeda said. “You must know what is behind your target and make sure to never shoot where a road is in the background.”

“We address and take very seriously any violations that can affect the public’s safety in the field and that detract from the overall quality of the hunting experience,” DWR Law Enforcement Capt. J Shirley said.

“Many of those violations include things like loaded guns in a vehicle, not using a helmet while driving an off-highway vehicle, driving off-road and driving under the influence.”

Preparation tips There are also some things that archery hunters should know and practice before heading into the field. Here are some basic preparation tips: Check equipment Make sure the laminations on the bow are not flaking or separating and make sure the strings on the bow are not fraying. If using a compound bow, make sure the pulleys and cables are in good shape.

Also, make sure the arrow’s spline (the stiffness of the arrow’s shaft) matches the bow’s draw weight. If the bow’s draw weight produces more force than an arrow can handle, the arrow could fly off target or even shatter or break as it is released.

Sharpening arrows When sharpening broadhead arrows, take some time and be careful. The broadheads need to be razor sharp before going out into the field. But make sure to not get cut while sharpening them.

Practice shooting as much as possible. Use the same broadheads that will be used during the hunt so the use of them will be a familiar process. The DWR has two public shooting ranges that are a great place to practice before the hunt.

Get permission Obtain written permission from private landowners before hunting on their property or using their property to access public land. If written permission can’t be obtained, find another

access point to the hunting unit.

Know boundaries Do some advance scouting and become familiar with the area planned for hunting. Make sure to know the boundaries of the limited-entry units and other restricted areas for the hunt. And try to refrain from hunting the boundary line, as it can complicate things if an animal that is shot crosses the boundary line.

Be careful in popular outdoor areas and follow all laws.

Make sure to be well beyond the minimum distances hunters must maintain from roads and dwellings.

If planning to hunt in Salt Lake

County, note that the county’s hunting restrictions are more restrictive than the rest of Utah.

Be familiar with where hunting is and isn’t allowed before heading into the field. Avoid hunting in areas that a lot of people use.

Bowhunter class Take the DWR’s bowhunter education class. While hunters are not required to take this course to bow hunt in Utah, it is a helpful resource for beginners and experienced hunters alike.

The class teaches bowhunting safety, ethics, hunting methods and more. Hunters can take the course online or in an instructor-led class. Learn more and sign up for the class online at https://wildlife.utah.gov/online-bowhunter-course.html.

Visit Hunt Planner This free, useful resource includes notes from the biologist who manages the unit planned for the hunt, general information about the unit, safety and weather items to be aware of for that particular area.

Information about the number of bucks on the unit, compared to the number of does, is also listed. Users will also find maps that show the unit’s boundaries, which land is public and private and the various types of deer habitat found on the unit.

The Utah Hunt Planner can be found online at https:// dwrapps.utah.gov/huntboundary/hbstart.

Once shot, what?

Know what to do once a shot

has been taken. Watch the animal and determine the direction it took. Then, go to the spot where the animal was last seen and find the arrow. If there’s blood on it, use a compass and take a bearing on the direction the animal went.

Then, wait 30 minutes before tracking it. If an animal is tracked too soon, it can be spooked into running. If a hunter waits at least 30 minutes before tracking it, most of the deer and elk that are shot will be found dead within a reasonable distance of their starting point, saving the hunter a lot of time and hiking.

Tracking the animal When tracking an animal, look for blood not only on the ground, but also on the brush.

If you begin to lose the animal’s trail, tie a piece of biodegradable marking tape near the last blood spot. Then, search for the animal’s trail by walking a circular pattern out from the tape.

The tape will serve as a marker that will let a hunter know where they started. Also, by tying tape at the locations of the last three or four blood spots, a hunter can then stand away from the tape and look at the trail. Doing that will help a hunter visualize the direction the animal went.

Finding the animal Once the shot animal has been found, check to see if its eyes are open. If they’re not, the animal probably isn’t dead. If its eyes Please see ARCHERY, Page A5

TIME TO TAKE UTAH HUNTER EDUCATION CLASS

Don’t wait to take Utah’s Hunter Education course. Classes fill up fast in the fall. Utah DWR provides access to training and classes at https://wildlife.utah.gov/hunting/hunter-education.html.

Special hunting days — for those 17 years of age and younger — start in September. (Photo courtesy of Utah DWR) Help Wanted

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Leisha LaCrone 1986 ~ 2019

NOTICE OF TRUSTEE'S SALE

The following described property will be sold at public auction to the highest bidder, payable in lawful money of the United States at the time of sale, at the Sanpete County Courthouse, 160 North Main, Manti, UT 84642, on September 11, 2019, at 10:00 a.m. of said day, for the purpose of foreclosing a trust deed dated April 27, 2015, and executed by CARRA MICHELLE WARD, as Trustor, in favor of MORTGAGE ELECTRONIC REGISTRATION SYSTEMS, INC. ("MERS") SOLELY AS NOMINEE FOR RANLIFE, INC., ITS SUCCESSORS AND ASSIGNS as Beneficiary, which Trust Deed was recorded on April 28, 2015, as Entry No. 205428, in Book 678, at Page 1600, in the Official Records of Sanpete County, State of Utah covering real property purportedly located at 95 East 300 South, Manti, Utah 84642 in Sanpete County, Utah, and more particularly described as: PARCEL NO. 1261: BEGINNING AT THE SOUTHEAST CORNER OF LOT 1, BLOCK 37, PLAT "A", MANTI CITY SURVEY, SANPETE COUNTY, STATE OF UTAH, THENCE NORTH 1.16 CHAINS, THENCE WEST 1.75 CHAINS, THENCE SOUTH 1.16 CHAINS, THENCE EAST 1.75 CHAINS TO THE POINT OF BEGINNING. Tax ID: 1261 The current Beneficiary of the trust deed is UTAH HOUSING CORPORATION, and the record owner of the property as of the recording of the Notice of Default is CARRA MICHELLE WARD. Bidders must tender to the trustee a $20,000.00 deposit at the sale and the balance of the purchase price by 2:00 p.m. the day following the sale. Both the deposit and the balance must be paid to Lincoln Title Insurance Agency in the form of a wire transfer, cashier's check or certified funds. Cash payments, personal checks or trust checks are not accepted.

Dated: July 23, 2019.

LINCOLN TITLE INSURANCE AGENCY By: Shelby K. Irvin Its: Authorized Agent Telephone: (801) 476-0303 Web site: www.smithknowles.com SK File No. 19-0573 Legal Notice 42944 Published in The Pyramid August 8, 15 and 22, 2019.

NOTICE TO WATER USERS

The applications below were filed with the Division of Water Rights in Sanpete County. These are informal proceedings per Rule 655-6-2.

Protests concerning an application must be legibly written or typed, contain the name and mailing address of the protesting party, STATE THE APPLICATION NUMBER PROTESTED, CITE REASONS FOR TH E 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 on or before Sep. 4, 2019 either electronically using the Division s on-line Protest of Application form, by hand delivery to a Division office, or by mail at PO Box 146300, Salt Lake City, UT 841146300.

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

CHANGE APPLICATIONS(S) 65-4118 (a44938): Antonio M. Jimenez propose(s) using 0.0062 cfs OR 1 ac-ft. from groundwater (1 mile north of Ephraim) for DOMESTIC; IRRIGATION. 65-4119 (a44939): Antonio M. Jimenez propose(s) using 0.0062 cfs OR 1 ac-ft. from groundwater (1 mile north of Ephraim) for DOMESTIC; IRRIGATION. 51-8845 (a44954): Daniel Carter and Letha Carter, Michael Carter, Willie Ron Martinez and Sabrina Martinez, Alvin Carter and Audrey Carter, Ludene Spires propose(s) using 1 ac-ft. from groundwater (Indianola) for DOMESTIC; IRRIGATION. 65-2456 (a44973): Michael C. Miller and Lisa P. Miller propose(s) using 1.2 ac-ft. from groundwater (2 miles North of Mt. Pleasant) for DOMESTIC; IRRIGATION. NONUSE APPLICATION(S) 65-3419 (A28576): Clifford and Marcia Green Revocable Living Trust is/are seeking a nonuse period for 0.0024 cfs OR 1 ac-ft. from groundwater (Chester) for IRRIGATION. Kent L. Jones, P.E. STATE ENGINEER Legal Notice 43227 Published in The Pyramid August 8 and 15, 2019.

NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING

Public notice is hereby given that on July 15, 2019, the Board of Trustees of the Local Building Authority of Fountain Green City, Utah (the “Issuer”), adopted a resolution (the “Resolution”) declaring its intention to issue its Lease Revenue Bonds (the “Bonds”), pursuant to the provisions of the Utah Local Government Bonding Act, Title 11, Chapter 14, Utah Code Annotated 1953, and the Utah Local Building Authority Act, Title 17D, Chapter 2, Utah Code Annotated 1953, as amended (collectively, the “Act”), as amended and to call a public hearing to receive input from the public with respect to the issuance of the Bonds for financing the construction of a public safety and administration building to include fire station, administrative offices for the City, law enforcement and court as well as a library and media center.

The Issuer shall hold a public hearing on August 15, 2019, at the hour of 7:00 p.m. The location of the public hearing is the Fountain Green City Office, 260 West 100 North, Fountain Green City, Utah.

The purpose of the meeting is to receive input from the public with respect to the issuance of the Bonds and any potential economic impact that the Project financed in whole or in part with the proceeds of the Bonds may have on the private sector.

All members of the public are invited to attend and participate.

Dated this 15th day of July, 2019.

Michelle Walker Fountain Green City Recorder Legal Notice 43096 Published in The Pyramid August 1 and 8, 2019.

Scott P. Williams 1955~2019 HIDEAWAY VALLEY-Scott P. Williams was reunited with his parents in Heaven on July 25, 2019.

He has been relieved of all the pain and suffering that he endured for the last 10 years.

Scott was born Aug. 20, 1955, to David (Gene) and Adrienne Williams in the old Dee Hospital in Ogden, UT. He is the second son of seven children.

Scott graduated from college in Napa California in 1986 in the design field and moved his family back to Lindon, UT; where he worked on many design projects.

He was so talented that he could design anything asked of him.

He married his high school sweetheart (Gillian Calderwood) in 1975 and they have four wonderful sons. They later divorced.

Scott designed and built two of his own homes. He also started a landscaping business with his son, Justin, and did amazing landscaping projects. He was a perfectionist in everything he did and instilled that in his sons.

Scott was diagnosed with Graves Disease and had a chemical imbalance in his brain that led to many health issues. During this time, his son, Justin, never left his side and they bought and established homes in Hideaway Valley, UT; where Scott lived the rest of his life in a home that he designed and built with the help of his family.

He accomplished many things in his life, including being a certified diver. He loved diving and waterskiing with his family. He only had to complete his Eagle Scout project and he would have been an Eagle Scout. He joined the military right out of school and was an E7 upon discharge.

He is survived by his four sons, Nathan Scott (Destiny) Williams and their children and grandchildren; Justin J. (Dayna) Williams and their children and grandchildren; Joshua Ryan (Lorie) and their children and grandchildren; and Davin Frank Williams.

He is also survived by three sisters, Julee (Royce) Savage, Jana (Tom) Bishoff, Jeanne (Kevin) Wright, three brothers, Brad (Cindy) Williams, Cary (Lisa) Williams, Lynn (Paula) Williams, and many nieces and nephews.

He was preceded in death by his parents and grandparents.

A viewing will be held from 11 a.m. to Noon, Saturday, Aug. 10, at Rasmussen Mortuary, 96 North 100 West, Mt. Pleasant; followed by graveside services at 1 p.m., and interment in the Fairview City Cemetery located at 100 North, Fairview, UT. Online condolence at www.rasmussenmortuary.com.

Patricia Baxter 1996~2019 SPRING CITY-- Patricia Eva Alice Lund Konold Baxter passed away at 9:30 a.m., June 27, 2019, due to natural causes.

She was born Aug. 19, 1996 to Orin and Beverly Strigham Lund in Salt Lake City, UT. Capricious, eccentric, unpredictable, kindhearted, lover of animals, plants, glass and the down trodden, my butterfly has gone-- Ken Baxter.

She is survived by her husband, Ken Baxter; daughter, Chereneh K. Lentz and her two Chinamen, Kailyer Konold and Kean Konold.

A graveside service will be held at 3 p.m., Friday, Aug. 9, in the Spring City Cemetery.

After the service, a potluck get together will be held at their home, 15 East 200 North, Spring City.

UDAF grant for foodborne illness received SALT LAKE CITY — Utah Department of Agriculture and Food (UDAF) recently received a $1.3 million grant from the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) to build a federal and state health food safety response team.

Called the Utah Rapid Response Team (RRT), the entity had officially launched and is made up of food safety experts from local, state, and federal government sectors.

Under funding provisions, the grant is tasked with educating the public, collaborating and training for emergencies and responding to foodborne illness outbreaks that occur.

“This funding elevates our ability to more quickly protect the public from outbreaks that are either life-threatening or disruptive to Utah citizens,” said UDAF Commissioner Kerry Gibson. “It’s also another great example of intergovernmental agencies moving out of silos and into a truly team-oriented effort for the good of the public we all serve.”

Utah is one of 25 states where an RRT has been formalized since the program began in 2008, as a response to several highly-publicized foodborne outbreak emergencies. Like Utah, most states have received program

funding from the FDA. Some states have self-funded their own RRT efforts, but function much the same way.

As an example, in 2017, two children eating at a restaurant in Pennsylvania were exposed to a toxic chemical from apple juice they were served. They were admitted to the hospital and the state’s RRT was notified, immediately triggering an RRT effort that quickly alerted the public, closed the restaurant, and led to lab testing that determined the toxin to be sodium hydroxide which can have severe effects on the human body.

“The FDA has been assisting states in the organization and launch of RRTs for some time,” said Travis Waller, UDAF Regulatory Director. “However, they began with those that are more prone to large-scale natural disasters or foodborne illness outbreaks, as a matter of priority.”

Utah’s five-year-grant includes a number of deliverables to maintain the FDA funding that Utah RRT officials will address shortly.

Among them is an organized interagency rapid response drill to assess and improve Utah’s preparedness for an outbreak.

Waller said that interagency

collaboration is critical to the success of Utah’s RRT, led by a steering committee of individuals from agencies such as UDAF, FDA, US Department of Agriculture, Utah Department of Health, Utah Public Health Lab, local and county health officials and an industry advisory group.

“In an outbreak scenario, we’ll also be interfacing with public safety and academia officials as there are all kinds of potential issues we could be facing that will need to be addressed,” said Waller. “Rapid Response Team engagement will be invaluable in pulling all the key entities together quickly so that decisive action can be taken.”

Waller went on to add that the efforts of the Utah RRT also involve the general public, along with healthcare and public safety professionals.

“Much of the Rapid Response Team’s efforts will include setting up two-way communication tools so that we can relay important information to the public, but also connect with citizens, doctors and law enforcement more quickly about issues,” he said.

Waller said he expects that the Rapid Response Team will be ready to manage outbreaks and other situations as soon

as 2020.

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to the fact that it’s still alive.

Once the animal is dead, field dress and cool the meat immediately. Temperatures are usually warm during the fall archery hunt, which can cause the meat to spoil quickly.

Fire restrictions Learn about fire restrictions beforehand. Check to see if

campfires are allowed in the planned hunting area. If campfires are allowed, make sure it’s completely extinguished before leaving it.

Pour water on the fire, stir it, add more water and stir again until it is cold to the touch. If it’s too hot to touch, it’s too hot to leave.

Know rules Know the rules in the Big Game Field Regulations Guidebook. Make sure to be familiar with all the rules before hunting.

A free copy of the 2019 guidebook is available on the DWR website at https://wildlife.utah. gov/guidebooks/2019_field_ regs.pdf.

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MT. PLEASANT-Leisha Marie LaCrone, 33, decided to leave this earth, too early, in Tuscon, AZ; July 30, 2019.

Leisha was born March 28, 1986, to Woody (Alfred) LaCrone and Kamille Averett.

She had tons of friends and loved each of them with all her heart.

Leisha was one of the kindest, silliest, fun people to be known. It has been a privilege to call this amazing woman a sister.

Leishaʼs favorite way to spend her free time was with those she loved, whom always have been the #1 light in her life, including her nieces, nephews and all of her friendʼs children as well.

Leisha is survived by the love of her life and partner, Ashley Cheney; her mother, Kamille Averett; sisters, Lindsey Averett and Allie (Travis Owings); brother, Jeremy Christensen (Franki Eliason); nieces, Averie, Analee Ivison, and Maylee Poulsen; nephews, Christian Ivison, Xion Owings, and Teagin Poulson.

Leisha was preceded in death by her father, Woody LaCrone; her best friend, Rachal Grant; grandparents, Jim Averett, and Jeanette Terry; great-grandmothers, Melba Averett, Alta Osborne, and Fauna LaCrone; her uncle, Kendall Strate; and her favorite blue Shar-Pei, Mowgli Ann. A celebration of life will be held Friday, Aug. 9, at 2 p.m., in the Peterson Dance Hall, 65 South State, Fairview.

Online condolence at www.rasmussenmortuary.com.

are open, touch one of the eyes with a long stick.

If the animal is still alive, touching one of the eyes with a long stick will provide a safe distance to keep a hunter out of harm’s way and alert the hunter

About UDAF With roots dating to 1921, the Utah Department of Agriculture and Food (UDAF) is one of the State’s oldest agencies.

It oversees dozens of legislatively mandated programs that promote the healthy growth of Utah agriculture, the conservation of our natural resources and the protection of our food supply.

Two important programs are the Utah Grazing Improvement Program and the Invasive Weeds Mitigation Program.

Both work to improve the health of our rangelands and watersheds.

In the area of food safety, the department inspects the state’s 4,000 retail stores and the many food processing plants for food quality and safety and correct item pricing.

The department’s Utah’s Own program works to reconnect consumers with their food supply and promotes the benefits of Utah’s locally grown and processed foods which represent 15 percent of Utah’s economy. The department also protects animal health and the state’s $1 billion livestock industry, as well as guards against invasive insects.

For more information, visit https://ag.utah.gov/.

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SC announces theatre season offerings, tickets EPHRAIM — Snow College (SC) recently announced the theatrical season line-up for the 2019-20 school year. Four headlining shows and a live music radio play will be presented this season; Pride and Prejudice, The Curious Incident of the Dog in the Night-time, Miracle on 34th Street, Fiddler on the Roof, and Homer’s The Odyssey. Season tickets are on sale now by phone, call (435) 283-7478 or online at https://www.snow.edu/academics/fineart/theatre/index.html.

Pride and Prejudice On stage Sept. 25-28. Adapted by Jon Jory from the novel by Jane Austen and directed by Milinda Weeks.

All of the wit and romance of Jane Austen’s classic 1813 novel come to life in this refreshingly fast-paced and engaging new adaptation. Finding a husband is hardly Elizabeth Bennet’s most urgent priority. But with four sisters, an overzealous match-making mother, and a string of unsuitable suitors, it’s difficult to escape the subject.

When the independent-minded Elizabeth meets the handsome but enigmatic Mr. Darcy, she is determined not to let her feelings triumph over her own good sense — but the truth turns out to be slipperier than it seems. In a society where subtle snubs and deceit proliferate, is it possible for Elizabeth and Darcy to look beyond his pride and her prejudice, and to make the best match of all?

The Curious Incident of the Dog in the Night-Time

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in Utah. Founded in 1850, it serves over 31,000 students from across the U.S. and the world.

With over 72 major subjects at the undergraduate level and more than 90 major fields of study at the graduate level, including law and medicine, the university prepares students to live and compete in the global workplace.

Known for its proximity to seven world-class ski resorts within 40 minutes of campus, the U encourages an active, holistic lifestyle, innovation and collaborative thinking to engage students, faculty, and business leaders.

For more information, visit www.utah.edu.

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are things more important than life-and freedom is one of them.”

All of the individuals arrested and imprisoned for exercising their Constitutional rights to protest during that time have been exonerated in our country’s legal system, being found innocent in court cases in both Oregon and Nevada.

Salt Lake businessman, Boyd J. Tuttle noted that a reckoning in LaVoy’s case will come at some point in the future. “Whether in this life or the next, we can rest assured that those responsible for the senseless killing of a great man, father, husband, son and patriot will answer to a higher authority for their heavy-handed and unjustified actions.”

Guest commentary will be provided during the evening

by Mark Herr, president of the National Center for Self Governance, and Jeanette Finicum, LaVoy’s widow.

Anyone among “we the people” who cherishes the rights and liberties established in the U.S. Constitution needs to see this presentation. It is the only showing scheduled in south central Utah.

Four headlining shows and a radio play will be presented this season by the Snow College Theatre Department. Season tickets are on sale now by phone, call (435) 283-7478 or online at https://www.snow.edu/academics/fineart/theatre/index.html.

On stage Nov. 6-9. Based on the novel by Mark Haddon, adapted by Simon Stephens and directed by Andrew Nogasky.

Winner of the 2015 Tony Award for Best Play. 15-year-old Christopher has an extraordinary brain. He is exceptional at mathematics but illequipped to interpret everyday life.

He has never ventured alone beyond the end of his road, he detests being touched and he distrusts strangers.

Now it is seven minutes after midnight and Christopher stands beside his neighbor’s dead dog, Wellington, who has been speared with a garden fork. Finding himself under suspicion, Christopher is determined to solve the mystery of who murdered Wellington and he carefully records each fact of the crime. But his detective work, forbidden by his father, takes him on a thrilling journey that upturns his world.

Miracle on 34th Street On stage Dec. 4-7. By Lance Arthur Smith, original songs and arrangements by Jon Lorenz and directed by David Josh Patterson.

The heartwarming holiday classic retold in the tradition of a live 1940s era radio broadcast. When a department store Santa claims he’s the real Kris Kringle, his case gets taken all the way to the Supreme Court. Watch the miracle unfold when the belief of a little girl makes all the difference in this iconic story.

Staged with live Foley effects and a score of favorite holiday tunes, Miracle on 34th Street is sure to melt even the most cynical of hearts.

Fiddler on the Roof On stage Feb. 27-29 and March 5-7, 2020. Book by Joseph Stein, music by Jerry Bock, lyrics by Sheldon Harnick, based on Sholom Aleichem’s Stories and directed by Brad Olsen.

Winner of nine Tony Awards when it debuted in 1964, Fiddler has touched audiences worldwide with its humor, warmth and honesty. Set in the little village of Anatevka, the story centers on Tevye, a poor milkman and his five daughters.

With the help of a colorful and tight-knit Jewish community, Tevye tries to protect his daughters and instill them with traditional values in the face of changing social mores and the growing anti-Semitism of Czarist Russia.

Rich in historical and ethnic detail, Fiddler on the Roof’s universal theme of tradition cuts across barriers of race, class, nationality and religion, leaving audiences crying tears of laughter, joy and sadness.

The Odyssey On stage April 15-18, 2020. Adapted and originally directed by Mary Zimmerman, adapted from the transla-

tion of The Odyssey by Robert Fitzgerald and directed by Trent Bean.

Mary Zimmerman brings her amazing and unique talents to Homer’s The Odyssey, an epic tale that covers a journey home spanning 10 years, complete with monsters, gods and human foibles.

This dramatic adaptation of Homer’s myth begins with a modern young woman who is struggling to understand Robert Fitzgerald’s translation of “The Odyssey.” A classical muse appears, and the young woman becomes the goddess Athena--a tireless advocate for Odysseus in his struggle to get home.

With her trademark irreverent and witty twist on classic works, Zimmerman brings to life the story of Odysseus’s ten-year journey, depicting his encounters with characters such as Circe, the Cyclops, Poseidon, Calypso, the Sirens and others.

UAMPS members add solar energy to resource mix SALT LAKE CITY — Sixteen members of Utah Associated Municipal Power Systems (UAMPS) are further decarbonizing their energy portfolios by adding solar electricity from a new solar plant in southeastern Utah. In Sanpete County, the cities of Fairview and Ephraim are participating in the project.

The power will come from the Red Mesa Tapaha Solar Resource, a 66-megawatt solar photovoltaic generation facility to be located on the Navajo Nation in San Juan County. The solar farm is scheduled to become operational in June 2022.

UAMPS has entered into a power purchase agreement (PPA) with Navajo Tribal Utility Authority Generation-Utah, LLC, a subsidiary of Navajo Tribal Utility Authority (NTUA) on behalf of UAMPS members electing to participate in this project.

The PPA between NTUA Generation and UAMPS provides for the delivery of solar energy for 25 years once the project comes online in June 2022.

NTUA Generation will provide development security to protect UAMPS from delays in the project coming online or the failure of the project to ultimately become operational.

The pricing starts $23.15/MWH and escalates two percent per year.

This pricing includes renewable energy credits. The Red Mesa project will add solar energy to UAMPS’ increasingly broad array of clean, carbon-free energy resources.

Subscription amounts by UAMPS members range from 142 kilowatts

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Utah Associated Municipal Power Systems (UAMPS) members, Fairview and Ephraim, along with 14 other members will receive solar energy from a new solar plant to be built in San Juan County. UAMPS members have access to a mix of resources for electric power. for Fairview, to more than 18,000 kilowatts for St. George. UAMPS members seek balanced, diverse energy portfolios that ensure clean, reliable, cost-effective energy under any circumstance.

Many members are decarbonizing their resource mix with energy from UAMPS’ Horse Butte Wind Farm, the Veyo waste heat project, hydroelectric projects and the Carbon Free Power Project that will use small modular nuclear reactors to produce carbon-free electricity.

NTUA has broad experience in developing solar projects. It has successfully deployed two utility scale

solar projects within the last three years on the Navajo Nation and is in the process of developing additional solar resources on and off the reservation.

Returns from the solar projects are being used to keep NTUA’s electric rates low and to pay for the electrification of Navajo homes — such as expanding the Light Up Navajo initiative.

“This is a win-win project for UAMPS and NTUA customers,” said NTUA General Manager Walter Haase. “UAMPS will have another low-cost clean energy product and NTUA will be able to extend electric-

ity to families who have been living without for many, many years.”

About UAMPS Utah Associated Municipal Power Systems is an energy services interlocal agency of the State of Utah, established in 1980. As a project-based consortium, UAMPS provides a variety of power supply, transmission and other services to its 47 members, which include public power utilities in six western states: Utah, California, Idaho, Nevada, New Mexico, and Wyoming.

For more information, visit www. uamps.com.

About NTUA Navajo Tribal Utility Authority (NTUA) has continuously served the Navajo people for 60 years.

The NTUA was established on Jan. 22, 1959, to address the absence of utilities on the Navajo Nation, and NTUA has grown into a thriving tribally-owned enterprise delivering a portfolio of services.

The NTUA is organized for the operation, maintenance and expansion of electric, communications, natural gas, water, wastewater and generation, including photovoltaic (solar) residential services for the Navajo people at a low and reasonable cost.

Through its subsidiary NTUA Generation, Inc., NTUA has initiated and completed development of multiple solar farms, while continuing to meet NTUA’s fundamental goals of creating employment opportunities, improving the health and welfare of regional residents and raising the standard of life on the Navajo Nation.

Forest Service seeks RAC members PRICE — The Manti-La Sal National Forest is expanding its search for members to serve on the Manti-La Sal Resource Advisory committee (RAC).

The committee reviews grant proposals submitted by local governments, Forest Service program managers, and non-governmental organizations seeking to fund projects that would benefit the Forest and communities. It then recommends projects for funding to the Forest Supervisor.

Those interested in ap-

plying can either download an application from https:// bit.ly/31m3CAH or call the Manti-La Sal National Forest at 435-636-3525 to request a form to be mailed or emailed to them.

Former members of the Manti-La Sal RAC worked together over the past decade to recommend project funding totaling $1,840,492.

The money has been spent for projects in San Juan, Sanpete, and Emery counties, which contribute to the Secure Rural

Schools Fund. Past projects include hazard fuels projects, roads and trails improvements, erosion control, youth employment, picnic tables, and interpretive panels.

Volunteering as a member of the RAC is an opportunity to learn more about the forest and nearby communities while helping provide funding for projects important to those communities.

As members’ terms have expired, several new members are needed to achieve a quo-

rum, so the committee can continue its work. The forest must nominate members to the Secretary of Agriculture, who makes the appointments to the committee. To be considered, potential members must fill out an application to the Forest Service.

Vacancies include people who represent energy and mineral development; non-timber forest products, Federal grazing, or other land-use permit holders; nationally recognized envi-

ronmental organizations; regionally or locally recognized environmental organizations; archeology and history; nationally recognized wildlife or hunting organizations or watershed associations; people holding state elective offices; county or local elective office; people representing American Indian tribes, local school officials or teachers, and a representative of the public at large. The committee also requires two replacement members.