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Thursday, January 29, 2015 • Issue # 1083
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Zions Bank Rewards Teen for Great Grades PANGUITCH - Today’s teenagers have a new hobby: taking selfies. A 2013 Pew Research Center study found 91 percent of teens share photographs they’ve taken of themselves online, posing with friends or showing off their latest hairstyle. School report card selfies have yet to go viral. But the Zions Bank Pays for A’s program might change that with Panguitch Middle School students like Brittney Henrie, who won a $100 scholarship savings account in the program’s fall drawing. Panguitch Financial Center Manager Scott Campbell surprised Henrie with news of the win and introduced the program’s new social media hashtag, #BrainyAndIKnowIt, during a January in-school presentation. The Pays for A’s program has rewarded Utah and Idaho students for their academic achievements since 2003 — before apps like Instagram and Facebook fed the online recognition trend. “We know that when parents, teachers and peers commend a student on a job well done, it goes a long way,” said Campbell. “The Pays for A’s program ignites a desire for learning by showing youth that their hard work can pay off.” Campbell gives parents these three tips to help students leverage the investment in their academic success: Participate. Be a part of your student’s learning process, whether it’s helping them study, tour college campuses, or asking them what they’re learning about. Praise. Point out good study behaviors and encourage your student to excel by mentioning things they are doing well. Encourage them to research college scholarships
in fields where they excel. Reward. Recognize school achievements with a trip to your student’s favorite restaurant or a special outing. Consider rewards based on acceptance into college programs or when scholarships are awarded. The Pays for A’s program is open to all Utah and Idaho students ages 13 to 18. Students can participate by bringing their most current termend report card into any Zions Bank location. They’ll receive $1 per “A” deposited into their savings accounts, or .50 cents per “A” if they opt for cash. For each “A” on their report cards, students are entered to win one of 150 regional scholarship prizes worth $100 and one grand prize worth $1,000 in each state. Teens need not be customers of Zions to participate. Contest entry deadlines and full contest details are available online at www.zionsbank. com/pays4as. Zions Bank is Utah’s oldest financial institution and is the only local bank with a statewide distribution of branches, operating 100 fullservice offices. Zions Bank also operates 25 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 21 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. —Elizabeth Neff, Public Relations Officer, Zions Bank
Ryan W. Houston Selected as Utah Speech Educator of the Year PANGUITCH - Mr. Ryan W. Houston, educator at Panguitch High School, was selected as the Utah 2014 Recipient for Speech Educator of the Year. This is a statewide award that honors outstanding contributors to Utah high school activities, and brings together the state's finest educators, officials and contributors at the high school level. Houston was among fifteen award recipients who were recognized at Willow Creek Country Club in Sandy, Utah, during a luncheon held in their honor on January 14, 2015. The letter informing Mr. Houston of this award states, “The UHSAA Distinguished Service Award is the Utah High School Activities Association’s way of saying thank you in behalf of the many lives you have touched. We appreciate your passion and dedication to the high school youth whom you serve.” When asked about his involvement in high school activities, Houston said, “Most of my experience has been as the Speech and Debate Coach at Panguitch High School over the past twenty years. It was
my privilege to start Speech and Debate as a new program and high school activity at PHS in 1995." The students enthusiastically jumped on board with the Speech and Debate program, and today PHS claims eighteen consecutive Region 20 Championships, two 2nd Place State Championships, and four State Champion Titles. These include back-toback State Championships for years 2013 and 2014. Responding to a question about what motivates him to serve the students Mr. Houston replied, “I simply love my job as a teacher and debate coach! I thoroughly enjoy and appreciate my time spent with happy, energetic teenagers. It is often said that the children are our future. While this is obviously true, it means a great deal to me personally. There is no greater investment in the future than our youth. I truly believe in them collectively and individually, and I strive to make sure they know it. High school activities combined with rigorous academics and classrooms, allow us to develop whole persons. In short, high school activities
of seven citizens from different parts of the state. To help manage wildlife in the state, Utah has been divided into five regions. State law requires that every region have at least one representative on the board. Wayne and Garfield counties are located in the southern and southeastern regions which are open to an applicant. "We need at least one person from northern Utah," she says. "The other spot can be filled by anyone outside of the Central Region." To serve on the board, Coons says you need to have a strong interest in Utah's wildlife and wildlife management in the state. You also need to be committed to serving and representing the people of Utah. Applications to fill the two positions will be accepted until March 16. More information about applying can be found on the Utah DWR website. The Utah Wildlife Board Nominating Committee — an 11-member committee appointed by Gov. Herbert —
REGIONAL WEATHER FORECAST FOR SOME BUT NOT ALL REGIONS REPRESENTED IN OUR NEWSPAPER COVERAGE AREA
THURS. JAN. 29 - WED. FEB. 4 Cloudy Thurs. - Sat. with with rain/snow showers likely on Friday and Saturday, highs around 40, lows in upper teens. Sunny on Sunday, high in mid 40s. Clouding up again Mon.-Wed with highs in upper 40s, lows in 20s, with possible rain/snow on Tuesday.
directly give our students the confidence to put into practice what they learn in the classroom. This is why our stu-
dents and communities succeed.” —Shawn Caine, Panguitch High School
USDA Creates More Bird Habitat Opportunities on Irrigated Farmland WASHINGTON, D.C. U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) Farm Service Agency (FSA) Administrator Val Dolcini on January 26 announced that the Conservation Reserve Program now will encourage more bird habitats to be established in irrigated farmland regions. Declines in upland bird populations, such as the northern bobwhite, pheasant, and prairie chicken, led to the creation of new Conservation Reserve Program features to help restore habitats for these species in these agricultural areas.
Since the program’s creation in 2004, more than 240,000 acres of marginal cropland has been converted to native grasslands, spurring an increase in upland bird populations. In recent years, however, applications for this type of habitat creation have slowed. To encourage more participation, USDA’s new policy focuses on farmland with center-pivot irrigation systems where there are circular areas of cropland with patches of land beyond the reach of irrigation. Until now, these patches – known as pivot
Two openings on the Wildlife Board Applications accepted until March 16 SALT LAKE CITY - The group that has the final say about hunting, fishing and how wildlife are managed in Utah has two openings it needs to fill. Applications are being accepted to serve on the Utah Wildlife Board. The board makes the final decision regarding the management of deer and other wildlife in Utah. In August, Jake Albrecht and Bill Fenimore — two members of the Utah Wildlife Board — will leave the board after six years of service. Gov. Gary Herbert appoints members to the board. The governor is looking for at least one person from northern Utah to take Fenimore's place. Albrecht's vacancy can be filled by anyone who lives outside of central Utah. Not more than two people can serve from a single Division of Wildlife Resources region, and the Central Region already has two representatives on the board. Staci Coons, board coordinator for the DWR, says the Utah Wildlife Board consists
Panguitch High School teacher Ryan Houston, awarded Utah Speech Educator of the Year, says he is motivated by his students and the desire to see them build confidence.
corners – were only eligible for habitat creation when connected by a linear strip of grassland also enrolled in the program. The new policy allows producers interested in habitat creation to use disconnected pivot corners to help increase the population of upland birds. “This is how creative thinking can strengthen the intersection of both agriculture and conservation,” said Dolcini. “By removing the program’s requirement for connecting strips, we believe more participants will convert more pivot corners into habitat. Studies suggest that the shapes of these patches, and their proximity to each other, create an attractive environment for the birds, even without the connecting strips.” Other species that can benefit from today’s change include the mourning dove, wild turkey, several sparrows, meadowlark and bobolinks.
The Conservation Reserve Program is a voluntary program. FSA contracts with agricultural landowners so that environmentally sensitive land is not farmed but instead used for conservation. Participants establish long-term plant species that control soil erosion, sequester carbon, improve water quality, and strengthen declining wildlife populations. In return, participants receive annual rental payments between 10 and 15 years. Interested landowners can enroll pivot corners in the Conservation Reserve Program at any time. Participants and land must meet certain eligibility requirements. Other restrictions may apply. For additional details, contact your local Farm Service Agency office at offices.usda.gov or visit the website at www.fsa.usda.gov/conservation. —USDA Farm Service Agency
Local Celebrity Gains National Recognition
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Applications are being accepted to serve on the Utah Wildlife Board. The board makes the final decision regarding the management of deer and other wildlife in Utah. will review the applications and select candidates to interview. Then, the committee will forward its recommendations to the governor. Gov. Herbert will make the final decision about who will fill the vacancies. The members the governor appoints will serve for one six-year term. Coons says board members attend six to seven wildlife board meetings in Salt Lake City each year. "They're also
encouraged to attend monthly Wildlife Regional Advisory Council meetings in their regions," she says. "Some overnight travel is also required." If you're interested in serving as a member of the committee that nominates the board members, you can apply online at http://wildlife.utah. gov. —Utah Division of Wildlife Resources
The fight for justice against corruption is never easy. It never has been and never will be. It exacts a toll on our self, our families, our friends, and especially our children. In the end, I believe, as in my case, the price we pay is well worth holding on to our dignity. —Frank Serpico
CANNONVILLE Kenny Hall of Cannonville will be a featured performer at the National Cowboy Poetry gathering in Elko, Nevada, January 27th - 31st. Kenny, who is a favorite at festivals throughout Utah, plays guitar and sings western Jerri Dolbrisky classics and ballads. He Local cowboy poet Kenny Hall will has coordinated local perform at the National Cowboy community festivals in Poetry gathering in Elko, Nevada our area for the past sev- January 27 - 31. eral years. Kenny and his wife Jeannie are involved with was glad to accept and looks many events in our area. Ken- forward to the opportunity. He ny stays busy with his music, will appear on several shows mules, ranch rodeo activities throughout the gathering, and and custom saddle making. friends who want to make the Kenny has participated trek to Elko to support him in at the Elko gathering many person can buy tickets on line times, but this will mark his at westernfolklife.org. first performance as a featured —JoLynn Kirkwood musician. He insists the invitation was a surprise, but he ALL content for THE WAYNE &GARFIELD COUNTY INSIDER must be submitted on FRIDAY BEFORE 5:00 PM to be included in the following Thursday edition of the paper.
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A Thank You Note to Our Community
Earth Angels walk silently among us all, disguised as family, friends and neighbors, who quietly carry out acts of kindness and share their strong helping hands to those who feel alone and afraid. Some of them appear to be invisible, as cards multiply in the mail, that continue to encourage you and give you comfort when you need it the most. Others simply appear on your doorstep or in your wood shed, making sure you will have wood for the winter, and a Christmas dinner that is truly blessed. All these Earth Angels bring a New Year that sparkles with hope and life for the future. Remember this, compassionate angels, you will never be forgotten. Bless You and Thank You. The Borens of Henrieville
USDA Reminds Producers of Upcoming Livestock Disaster Assistance Deadline WASHINGTON, D.C. The U.S. Department of Agriculture reminds livestock producers that the deadline to request assistance for losses suffered from Oct. 1, 2011 through Dec. 31, 2014, is Jan. 30, 2015. Applications for the Livestock Indemnity Program and the Livestock Forage Disaster Program, restored by the 2014 Farm Bill resumed in April 2014, after having expired on Sept. 30, 2011. To date, more than 556,000 applications have been approved to assist farmers and ranchers in recovering from nearly three years of natural disasters. The Livestock Indemnity Program provides financial assistance to eligible producers for livestock deaths. Losses can be caused by adverse weather, extreme temperatures, disease, or wildfires, or due to attacks by animals reintroduced into the wild by the federal government or protected by federal law, including wolves and avian predators. The Livestock Forage Disaster Program provides compensation to livestock producers that have suffered grazing losses due to drought or fire. Qualifying droughts are based on U.S Drought Monitor severity ratings, and qualifying fires are those occurring on rangeland managed by a federal agency and normally permitted for grazing. To expedite applications, all producers who experienced losses are encouraged to collect records documenting their losses. Supporting documents may include livestock birth records, purchase and transportation receipts, photos and ownership records showing the
number and type of livestock lost, documents listing the gallons of water transported to livestock during drought, information related to grazing land, grazing leases or federal grazing permits, and more. Local FSA county offices can provide additional information on the types of records producers will need to apply for assistance. Producers are encouraged to contact their county office ahead of time to schedule an appointment. Producers who already have appointments don’t need to take any additional action to meet the deadline. FSA offices can be found at offices.usda.gov. To learn more about these FSA disaster programs, visit disaster. fsa.usda.gov These programs were made possible through the 2014 Farm Bill, which builds on historic economic gains in rural America over the past five years, while achieving meaningful reform and billions of dollars in savings for the taxpayer. Since enactment, the U.S. Department of Agriculture has made significant progress to implement each provision of this critical legislation, including providing disaster relief to farmers and ranchers; strengthening risk management tools; expanding access to rural credit; funding critical research; establishing innovative publicprivate conservation partnerships; developing new markets for rural-made products; and investing in infrastructure, housing and community facilities to help improve quality of life in rural America. For more information, visit www.usda. gov/farmbill. —USDA Farm Service Agency
Bryce Canyon National Park Announces Multimodal Transportation Plan
National Historic Preservation Act Section 106 Programmatic Agreement forReview BRYCE - Bryce Canyon National Park is inviting the public to review and submit comments on a programmatic agreement (PA) between the park and the Utah State Historic Preservation Office (SHPO) to avoid, mitigate, or minimize potential adverse effects to historic properties that may occur as a result of the implementation of the Multimodal Transportation Plan. The Multimodal Transportation Plan Environmental Assessment (EA) underwent 30-day public review in February 2014. At that time, the park determined that the plan could affect historic districts, archeological sites, or landscapes and determined that it was appropriate to enter into a PA with Utah SHPO that would outline a process to minimize or avoid these effects. The park felt a PA was especially important because the plan will be implemented over a period of up to 20 years and many of the design details are not yet finalized. The PA describes how historic properties will be identified and how plans will be reviewed to determine if their implementation will negatively affect historic properties that are listed in or eligible for the National Register of Historic Places, a list of the most historically impor-
tant buildings, districts, sites, and objects in the country. The PA also provides guidance on how the park will work with the State Historic Preservation Officer and affiliated tribes to lessen or avoid the potential impact when possible. The National Park Service and State Historic Preservation Officer worked together to develop the PA, which is currently in draft form and available for 30-day review and comment on the NPS Planning Environment and Public Comment (PEPC) website through February 26, 2015. The draft PA can be accessed by going to http://parkplanning.nps. gov/brca scrolling down to the project website and clicking on the “Open for Comment” link. Comments may be entered directly through PEPC or sent to Bryce Canyon National Park, Multimodal Transportation Plan, P.O. Box 640201, Bryce, Utah 84764. Respondents should include their name, address and email to be added to the mailing list for more information about this project. Remember that unless requested otherwise, a list of all those that comment during public review periods, including their addresses, will be available upon request. —National Park Service
Gov. Herbert Issues Proclamation as Utah Celebrates School Choice Week Governor Gary Herbert officially recognizes Jan. 25-31, 2015 as Utah School Choice Week
SALT LAKE CITY School Choice Week starts today in Utah and across America. Throughout the Week, which runs until January 31, there will be 67 school choice events across the Beehive State. The events are part of National School Choice Week, which will feature 11,082 events across America – the largest celebration of educational opportunity in US history. School Choice Week events in Utah include open houses, information sessions, policy roundtable discussions and more – planned by schools, organizations, homeschool groups and individuals. The goal of the events is to inform parents about the K-12 education options available for their children, while raising awareness of the benefits providing families with a variety of different options for their children’s education. Utah cities with the most events include Salt Lake City (14), West Jordan (5), and St. George (4). To help raise additional awareness, the mayor of Salt Lake City also issued a proclamation officially recognizing Jan. 25-31, 2015 as School Choice Week in the city. “Utah is a national leader when it comes to providing parents with access to challenging, motivating, and effec-
tive schools for their children, in both the public school sector and the private school sector.” – Andrew R. Campanella, president, National School Choice Week Parents across Utah have a variety of K-12 education options for their children. Families in the Beehive State can choose from the following education options for their children: traditional public schools, public charter schools, magnet schools, online academies, private schools, and homeschooling. The state has also enacted laws making it easier for children to attend traditional public schools outside of their zoned districts, policies known as open enrollment. In addition, the state allows qualifying children, in some cases, to receive scholarships to attend private schools. Held every January, National School Choice Week shines a positive spotlight on effective education options for children, including traditional public schools, public charter schools, magnet schools, online academies, private schools, and homeschooling. For more information, visit www.schoolchoiceweek. com or www.facebook.com/ schoolchoiceweek. #SchoolChoice and #SCW on @ schoolchoicewk —National School Choice Week
January 29, 2015
4-H Ice Fishing Classes Free 4-H ice fishing class and derby for kids grades 3-12 and parents in Garfield and Kane Counties! Classes:
Kanab Middle School Commons Area Monday, February 9 at 3:30 pm
BV Elementary, Mrs. Ott’s Classroom Wednesday, Febuary 11 at 3:00 pm
Garfield County Courthouse Basement Friday, Febuary 13 at 2:00 pm
4-H Ice FIsHIng Derby Day Fish Lake Monday, February 16, at 10:00 am (President’s Day Holiday)
Parents are encouraged to come join the fun! We will hold a fish and chips fry on the ice and have various prizes!!!
Questions? Call USU Garfield Cty. Extension office at 435-676-1113 or Kane County Extension at 435-644-4910
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Utahns Encouraged To File Taxes Early by Troy Wilde, Utah News Connection SALT LAKE CITY - Tax time in Utah and around the nation can mean more opportunity for those who steal income tax refunds through identify theft and other means. Laura Polacheck, communications director at AARP Utah, says in recognition of this being Tax Identity Theft Awareness Week, her organization is offering information that can help people protect themselves. "Well, we recommend people mail tax returns as early as possible in the tax season, before the cons can beat you to it," she states. "Also, don't give out personal information unless you know who's asking for it, and why they need it." Polacheck says criminals will file tax returns using the victim's name and Social Security number, and will even claim the victim's children as dependents.
She adds that there are cases where identities of deceased victims are used to get a fraudulent tax refund. Polacheck says AARP's Tax-Aide program, which starts Feb. 1, is one way people in Utah can file their taxes early. "We are very proud of our Tax-Aide program," she says. "It helped over 10,000 people last year, all around the state of Utah, receive millions of dollars in tax refunds, all at no cost to the taxpayer." Polacheck says the TaxAide program provides more than 100 tax preparers working at about 35 sites throughout the state. The program is free to everyone, but Polacheck says its focus is on serving low to moderate income people over age 60.
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onday of this week, January 26, marks the opening of Utah's 61st legislative session and many bills have already been forwarded for consideration during the 45 day legislative period, which runs until March 16. This year, Brigham Young University journalism students are covering events on Utah's Capitol Hill, and offering their reports for the 2nd year in a row through their Capital West News Service. We'll be providing quite a number of those stories as reported by BYU journalism students in The Insider during these upcoming six weeks. We're glad to have the opportunity to share these direct reports of events taking place on Capitol Hill. Though we live far from Salt Lake City, what takes place up there legislatively still affects us all around the state. So look for those reports in this issue and stay tuned for more to come. —E.W.
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Wills, Trusts, and More
How Do I Give Away Real Estate?
by Jeffery J. McKenna How can you distribute that may be the source of real property assets equally? fond memories. What issues You could leave instructions should be considered and how in your trust for your home to can conflict be avoided? Conbe sold upon your death, with sideration should be given to the proceeds designated to be ascertaining exactly what inequally distributed to your terest your children have, if children. But perhaps you any, in receiving the vacation think that one of your chil- home as all or part of their indren may like to have your heritance. You may have one personal residence upon your child who would often use the death. How do you solve the home, while the siblings may dilemma of equal distribution have no interest in the home to your children, if only one of at all. In this case, you may them receives all of your in- want to consider leaving the home to the child who desires terest in your home? By making sure your it, and have the value of this home is controlled by the in- specific gift charged against structions in your trust, you his or her share of your estate. can be assured that it will be Or you could give that child sold or gifted to one of your a first right of refusal to purchildren. If one child receives chase the property from your the home, to equalize the val- estate at its fair market value ue to each child, the market after your death. If all of your children value of the house would be determined at your death and have an interest in the propthe child receiving your home erty, you may want to leave it would get less of other assets. to all of them so each would If this is still not equal, then own an equal percentage of you can provide that the child the property, or it may be receiving the house can buy it better to leave it to them in a from your other children. By trust. By leaving the property using trust planning, you can leave complete instructions in a special trust, you can about how you want to dis- clearly set forth each child's rights and duties with regard tribute any asset. The issues become more to the use and maintenance complicated when it involves of the property. You can proa family residence that may vide how the expenses such be desired by more than one as taxes and repairs are to be family member, especially a paid. The trust could detail cabin, or other vacation home when each child is entitled
Attorney Jeff McKenna hiking with his son in Zion National Park
to use the home. By having these terms in the trust, disagreements among your children can be minimized. The trust could also provide for a mechanism whereby if a child wished to sell his or her interest in the home, the other siblings would have the first right of refusal. Careful planning in advance is the key to a smooth transition of assets, including real estate, after your death. WITH A SATELLITE OFFICE NOW IN PANGUITCH. Jeffery J. McKenna is a local attorney serving clients in Utah, Nevada, and Arizona. He is a shareholder at the law firm of Barney McKenna and Olmstead. He is a founding member and former President of the Southern Utah Estate Planning Council. If you have questions regarding this article or if you have a topic you wish to have addressed in this column, you can call 435 6281711 or email jmckenna@ barney-mckenna.com.
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tHe lAuGhiNg Painful Arm pOiNt!!
Following a major hurricane, my husband worked long hours clearing the jumble of trees that littered our property. The longer he worked, however, the more painful it became for him to move his right arm. He ignored my pleas to see the doctor until one night he yelped, "Ow! This is getting serious." As I turned to him in concern, he added, "Now it hurts to push buttons on the remote control!"
Sidewalk Snow
Sidewalks were treacherous after a heavy snowstorm blanketed McGill University in Montreal. Watching people slip and slide, I gingerly made my way to class. Suddenly I found myself on a clean, snow-free section of walkway. This is weird, I thought, until I noticed that it was directly in front of the Faculty of Law building.
Physical Training
Our army physical-training program requires us to run two miles every other day in platoon formation. Being somewhat older than the other soldiers, I have trouble running faster than a ten-minute mile. During a recent run, I was finding it difficult to complete the two miles without stopping, so I raised my hands high above my head to expand my diaphragm and gain my second wind. Suddenly I heard a voice from behind me say, "Forget it, sergeant, we don't take prisoners."
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Considering Life Without Owning a Car by Jason Alderman
could afford to buy with no down payment. But failing to observe lease restrictions can cost plenty. Remember that all leases can be negotiated and it's important to review the terms and fine print very closely. Consider ride- or carsharing. A decade ago, if you asked someone about ridesharing or car-sharing, most would assume you were talking about carpooling. Two newer commercial options are accessible by smartphone: Ride-sharing matches car owners with passengers who need a ride at a moment's notice, much like a taxi or private car service. Car-sharing is a new spin on the old daily and weekly car rental model. Car-sharers join a service that allows them to reserve and rent a vehicle in their neighborhood for a few hours or extended periods, such as over a weekend. However, keep in mind that some ride-sharing services may adjust fees at peak times and car-sharing companies charge steep penalties if you return rentals late or in less-than-desired condition. Look to your employer. Commuter tax benefits allow you and your employer to save. If you plan to drive to work regularly, check out parking subsidies. If you com-
bine driving and mass transit, check both parking and public bus or rail subsidies. Talk to your human resources department about these options and refer to Internal Revenue Service Publication 15-B for more information. Telecommute. Many employers looking to reduce commercial rents and onsite employee costs are increasingly relying on telecommuting options for their workers. Telecommuting isn't for everyone, but evaluate your employer's program, talk to fellow workers about all the pluses and minuses and see if it's a good fit for you in terms of time use and vehicle cost. A mix of telecommuting days and mass transit or ride- or car-sharing options may make car ownership less crucial. Bottom line: Getting rid of a car is a big decision, particularly if you're used to the convenience of having wheels at all times. But between newer forms of mass transit and new technology-driven, transporton-demand services, now might be the easiest time to consider making it happen. Jason Alderman directs Visa's financial education programs. To Follow Jason Alderman on Twitter: www.twitter. com/PracticalMoney.
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Practical Money Matters
Most baby boomers couldn't envision their early adult years without a car. However, times are changing and younger commuters are leading the way. According to an October study (http://uspirg.org/reports/usp/millennials-motion) by U.S. Public Interest Research Group (U.S. PIRG) and the Frontier Group, millennials – those born between 1983 and 2000 – are driving significantly less than older Americans. Many post-college drivers swimming in college debt are opting for urban living (http://time.com/72281/american-housing/) where walking, biking and mass transit tend to be easier options. Increasingly, those with a temporary need for four-wheel transportation can do so by smartphone. Today, there are many options to conventional car ownership, but it's important to match solutions and their specific costs to your needs. Here's a road map for exploring what's right for you. Start with the cost of driving. If you already drive and budget carefully, you will have an idea of what driving costs you can incur each year in financing, fuel, fees, maintenance and insurance. For averages related to a range of vehicles, look to the American Automobile Association's (AAA) latest "Your Driving Costs" statistics. Keep in mind that smart car ownership doesn't always mean "new." Online references like Edmunds.com and Kelley Blue Book can help you spot used vehicles that hold their value and keep operating costs reasonable. Would leasing be cheaper? The buy-versus-lease question has evolved over the years and many people have strong opinions about which option is better. The answer depends on your personal situation and how you plan to use the vehicle, so consider the pros and cons (http://www.practicalmoneyskills.com/buyorlease). Many people like leasing because they can often lease a more expensive car than they
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Flora See them there on the lakeshore, Shining so clean and bright: The red one is a Coke, my boy, The green one is a Sprite. They'll be there 'til eternity, A monument to man Fence Lines America's national flower, son, by Ray Conrad The aluminum beverage can We're fortunate to have them there, Flora. How boring would it be From Fence Lines, If all we had to gaze at by Ray Conrad. Was grass and bird and tree, Published by And when our ponies walk the trails, Avalanche Creek It helps us stay awake Productions, 2009. To hear Bud cans tinkling With every step they take It takes a lot of effort To get them scattered just right, So you don't have to walk along And not have one in sight. And if you knew how hard it is To pack them in when they're full, I'm sure that you would thank the folks Who brought them. That's no bull. Some folks litter with plastic, Whatever's right, I guess. As for me, a little grove Of Coors cans looks the best. And maybe a couple of Mountain Dews To set it off just right, And smack dab in the middle, A crunched-down Natural Lite. If you happen to like stream fishing And you favor a beer or two, Chuck the empties into the creek To see what they will do. Perhaps they'll float to a distant place Where there is no garbage yet, And cause a stranger to think of you. What do you want to bet? And think of the safety factor When you're out in the woods at night, And the cougars and tiggers and grizzly bears Are prowling out of sight. The noise they make, every step they take, As through the cans they crunch, Warns you to lock your motor home So they won't get your lunch. So here's to the great outdoorsmen. Their sacrifice must be hard, Passing up thirty-five cents a pound From the local recycling yard. Planting these gardens of beauty to delight the eye of man: America's national flower, The aluminum beverage can.
Producers Livestock Auction, Salina, Utah Tuesday January 20, 2015 Receipts: 1,482. Last Week: 1,495. Last Year: 1,659. Feeder Steers: 3.00- 4.00 lower, except few 400-700 lb pkgs 10.00-15.00 higher. Feeder Heifers: Mixed but mostly 3.00-4.00 lower, inst 6.008.00 lower; Holstein Steers: scarce; Slaughter Cows: 1.002.00 lower; Slaughter Bulls: 1.00-2.00 lower. Feeder Steers: Medium and Large Frame 2: 200-250 lbs pkg 345.00; 250-300 lbs scarce; 300-350 lbs 297.00310.00; 350-400 lbs 235.00254.00; 400-450 lbs 235.00240.00, pkg 298.00; 450-500 lbs 260.00-287.50, pkg 295.00; 500-550 lbs 240.00-270.00, pkg 282.50; 550-600 lbs 229.00-262.50, pkg 267.50; 600-650 lbs 217.50-242.50, pkg 267.00; 650-700 lbs 201.00-217.50; pkg 225.00; 700-750 lbs 186.00-207.50; 750-800 lbs 180.00-200.00; 800-850 lbs 180.00-193.00; 850-900 lbs 177.00-197.00; 900-1000 lbs scarce. Holstein Steers: Large Frame 3: Bull Calves: n/q; 200-300 lbs scarce 300-500 lbs scarce; 500-700 lbs scarce; 700-900 lbs 92.50-128.00; 900-1100 Lbs 86.50-124.00. Feeder Heifers: Medium and Large Frame 1-2: 200-250 lbs scarce; 250-300 lbs scarce; 300-350 lbs scarce; 350-400 lbs 256.00-285.00; 400-450 lbs 237.50- 250.00; 450-500 lbs 220.00-245.00; 500-550 lbs 207.50-220.00; 550-600 lbs 197.50-216.00; 600-650 lbs 187.50-209.00; 650-700 lbs 187.00-207.50; 700-750 lbs 180.00-200.00; 750-800 lbs 172.50-182.50; 800-850 lbs 167.50-183.00 850-900 lbs 175.00-180.00; 900-950 lbs scarce; 950-1000 lbs scarce. Heiferettes: 87.50170.00. Stock Cows: scarce. Slaughter Cows: Boning 80-90% Lean: 93.00103.50; Breaking 75-80 Lean: 96.00-105.50, high dressing to 112.00; Cutter 85-90% Lean: 83.00-92.50. Slaughter Bulls: Yield Grade 1000-1500 lbs scarce; 1500-2365 lbs 120.00-124.00; Yield Grade 2 1000-1500 lbs scarce; 1500-2170 lbs 115.00120.50; Feeder Bulls: 8201265 lbs 100.00-160.00. Source: USDA-Utah Dept. Of Agriculture Market News , Salt Lake City, UT (435-230-0402.)
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Schools & Sports
The 2015 Legislative Session
The 2015 Legislative session will begin on Monday January 26th and end on March 12th. If you would like to see the Legislative meetings each week, you can log onto the following web page at http://le.utah.gov/~2015/schedule/schedule.htm. Each year we have questions from the public inquiring about why are schools requiring certain information or why students are required to do testing and such. The majority of the time, the answer is the Utah Legislature passed a Bill that requires districts to provide the State of Utah with that information. The best way to be proactive is to have citizens contact our local Legislators when they see Bills they are in favor of passing or when they see Bills they would like to have defeated. Public education continues to have a very large percentage of Bills filed each year. To date, there are 83 Bills filed by Utah Legislators to be considered in the 2015 Legislative session. If you would like to track the Education Bills specifically you can access them at: http://le.utah.gov/asp/billsintro/SubResults.asp?Listbox4=00790 The Education Bills that have been field range from property tax equalization amendments to high school athletics classifications. In the Senate, Senator Ralph Okerlund represents Garfield County; his contact information can be found at http://www.utahsenate.org/aspx/senmember. aspx?dist=24. In the House of Representatives, Michael Noel is our Representative and his contact information can be found at: http://le.utah.gov/house2/detail.jsp?i=NOELME. Please take time to become involved in this Legislative session by contacting our representatives and voicing your opinions. —Superintendent Ben Dalton
PES Eagle's Nest
by Mr. Torgerson & Mrs. Henrie's 5th Graders
Stephanie Frazier
Guess who came to town? If you guessed Santa…you’re WRONG!!! The 5th graders at Panguitch Elementary did a legit assembly on individuals in US History. They showed up with researched facts, pictures, slide show presentations and some even dressed up as their person in history. “This turned out really well because we did a biography on our person in history” said Paul Callies, a fifth grader in Mrs. Henrie’s class. These projects definitely showed integration of technology, writing, art, music, and Social Studies. “These assemblies are kind of scary because you have to stand up in front of a lot of people.” It is important because we show our talents and present what we are learning in class.” explained Abigail Holman and Kyan Orton. Now you know who travelled back in time and came to town. These are a few individuals we learned about : Sacagawea, Elvis Presley, George Washington, Brigham Young, Benjamin Franklin, Annie Oakley and many more!
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by Lexi Johnson
Photos Courtesy Alexxia Johnson
EHS Girls Basketball team: KrysTelle Noyes, Tayler Duthie, Jaycee Nez, Lexi Johnson, Audrie Lindsay, Bobbie Griffin, and Keyera Churilla.
On Wednesday January 21st, the boys’ basketball team had a home game against the Wayne Badgers. The Moquis had a huge second half and made a comeback. In a strong intense half they made it a 12 point game. On Friday the 23rd, they will travel to Milford. On the 29th they play in Diamond Ranch, and then on the 31st, a home game against Piute. On the 22nd the Lady Moquis went to Piute. On the 24th they will have a home game against Bryce Valley. Wednesday the 28th, the Lady Moquis will travel to Valley, and on Friday the 30th it’s the Lady Moquis senior night against Panguitch. The Outstanding athletes of the week are Tayler Duthie, Trey Phillips, and Trace Torgersen. Tayler plays very aggressive and has a lot of drive to be better. Tayler is a senior Lady Moqui. Trey is a freshmen who always is happy to do whatever he is told. Trey shows huge improvement everyday. Trace is a great wrestler, and a great leader. Trace is a senior who always gives 110%.
PHS Sports Sidelines by Mack Oetting
Darri Frandsen Selected for All Star Team PHS LADY CAT DARRI FRANDSEN HAS BEEN SELECTED TO PLAY ON MCDONALD’S ALL AMERICAN BASKETBALL TEAM. McDonald’s selects over 800 student (both girls and boys) players through out the Country, for this honor. McDonalds then picks two teams of 12 players (both girl and boy) and they play in an All American game. Darri did not make the final teams but was one of only 4 girls selected from Utah. Darri is continuing to lead the Cats in their quest for another undefeated season, the Cats are at 17 and counting, this brings their record to 42 straight wins, over two years. Six different girls scored in double figures in their blow out win against the Milford Tigers 84 – 38. Darri led the way with 21 pts. Breann Birch, Catania, Chessney, Taylor and Whittni all scored more than ten points. The Lady Cats blew away the Wayne Badger in a run away victory 85 to 31. At the end of the 1st quarter the Cats led 28 to 7 and never looked back. Darri again led all scorers with 22, and Whittni, Taylor and Chessney all had 14 pts. each. The Lady Cats have three more games left in region play, two on the road one to
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Hello again from sunny BV! The temperature has been an abnormally balmy 50 or so degrees, and the bees are confused by the lack of flowers. This past week has been fantastic, for the most part, as the inevitable Homecoming madness sets in. Some of the games that have taken place so far have been lost, but the general talk so far is of deeper effort from our sports teams. The Homecoming Queen pageant has taken place this week, and quite honestly, the girls have done an amazing job. There were four of them, each performing talents that (somewhat uniquely) are individual to each girl. Tyrah Tebbs performed a piano piece, Elizabeth Ahlstrom presented a speech, as she is fond of speech and debate, Lizzy Platt performed the Musical piece "Can't Say No", with full acting, and Sierra Leech performed a violin cover of "Try." Very impressive performances all around, definitely a close call. The king contest has (as of the publication of this article) taken place, and the normal ridiculousness has no doubt already occurred. There is a vicious rumor being spread that Mrs. Wiseman is trying to coerce the senior men to participate. Most of them have laughed at the notion. The State Competitions are coming up, and we are excited to see how this year goes! John Cloud is a senior at Bryce Valley High School.
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Palmers, and Brinkerhoffs on both teams. These games with huge crowds are really fun. The Lady Cats put on a cheer leaders number that was really fun and they were really good. Last week was home coming and there were big crowds having fun. Because valley also lost there game, there is a 3 way tie for first place in Region 20 between Valley, Bryce Valley and Diamond Ranch. The Cats meet up with Piute tonight the 29th and will be out to avenge their 5 point loss up at the Thunderbird arena, and should be “ a don’t”miss game, and then it’s out to Milford for a Sat. game on the 31st. On Feb. 6th Diamond Ranch will be here for a tough game. I didn’t receive any information on the three matches last week, that the wrestlers took part in, but their season has come to an end. The Cats go clear out to Montecello for region on Feb 7th. I though that going to Kanab and Cedar City was bad, but going to Montecello is ridiculous, because they are in an area that doesn’t have wrestling teams they were allowed to come into Region 20. It is a 5 to 6 hour drive from PHS and even farther for most of the teams in Region 20. This requires the teams to spend an extra day or use two drivers to make the trip. The State Championships will be held at UVU which is only 3 hours away.
by John Cloud
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Escalante on Jan. 30 and on Feb 3 it is over to Bryce Valley and a good home game against Piute on Feb. 5th for the last game. Then it’s down to Kanab for region on Feb. 11- 12-13. State is in Richfield on the following week and that runs from Feb 17 thru 21. The Bob Cats traveled down to Valley to meet up with the Region 20 co leader Buffalos. The Cats led after the third quarter 26-20, but were out scored by the Buffs 17 to 4 in the last quarter to lose 37 to 30. The Cats four losses were on the road and only by a few points each. Tyce Barney led the Cats with 11 points. PARKER PALMER HITs 5-3 POINTERS TO LEAD THE BOB CATS TO A VICTORY OVER 1ST PLACE BRYCE VALLEY IN A VERY EXCITING GAME 57-50 Parker hit 5-3 pointers and ended up with 18 points. Tyce Barney led all scorers with 22 pts. In a badly needed win the Cats took over control in the second quarter and held on in the second half for a hard fought victory. The Cats don’t have much height and these outside shots are critical to allow for the Cats inside game. The game was like a family homecoming with Tebbs,
Bryce Valley Elementary by Ellen Fagergren
1st- We made it to the 100th day of First Grade! We have learned so much this year! We are also looking forward to Valentine's Day and President's Day. 3rd- We have finished the Sage interim testing. We have become excellent informative and persuasive writers. We have also become masters at multiplication tables. 4th Grade is having.Fun with fractions. They had their Second term Home Reading Award activity. Played 3 on 3 basketball game. IT was a lot of fun for all. 5th- As a class we are reading Danger On Panther Peak. We are also learning about heredity and mixed fractions. We are enjoying the Chess Club and have seen some very good games so far. 6th- We finished our Sage testing and our having fun with the Chess Club. As a class we are reading a book called Rules. We are learning about the Metric System and Customary System in math. We had an end of term party on Friday. We are excited to start our country reports. School wide Principal Layne Le Fevre did a Reading Award Assembly to recognize the students who earned their Reading Dog Tags and progressed in reading. Ellen Fagergren is a 6th grader at Bryce Valley Elementary.
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Wayne Sports
Photos and captions by lisa Stevens
by Lisa Stevens
Carlie Chappell scored 16 points in the Badgers vs Buffalos game Thursday, January 22. It was a tough match up and Wayne lost by only seven points. Carlie topped the scoring for Wayne, Hannah Ellett added 15, McKenna Brian dropped two 3-pointers for 6 points, Kourtney Jackson with 3 and Kolbi Clark with 2 for the Badgers, the final score was 42 to 49.
Birthday boy, Nate Dendy, goes up strong during Friday night's game against Diamond Ranch. The Badger's lost in overtime 84 to 77. Brigg Blackburn was the top scorer with 27 points, Brenden Robins added 17, Regan Brian 13, Jake Stevens 10, Nate brought in 6 and Landon Chappell and Connor Rees each contributed 2.
Highlight on Hanksville Elementary
The Hanksville December Students of Month are Amanda Morill and Samuel Bell. Amanda was recognized for her showing increased responsibility and being a hard worker, on-task, and courteous to her classmates. Samuel was recognized for having his homework in on time and showing great improvement as a student citizen and with his behavior. Congratulations Amanda and Samuel!!! —Jacqueline Russell
UEPC Survey 2015 Parents! Wayne School District invites and encourages you to participate in the 2014-2015 Online Educator Effectiveness and Satisfaction Surveys. Speak up and speak out with your comments and support. These quick and easy surveys are available online on the Wayne School District website from January 24th through February 13th. Speak up and speak out for effective educators and quality public education. Your voice matters! For more information, and to fill out a survey, please go to www.wayne.k12.ut.us.
WAYNE HIGH SCHOOL SCHEDULE OF EVENTS
Wayne High School 2nd Qtr. Honor Roll
Wayne High School Honor Roll 3.50 - 3.80 9th Grade - Stanley Alvey, Hunter Brian, Tyler Chappell, Luke Dahl, Braden Erickson, Kamryn Hakala, Paden Peterson, Britton Taylor 10th Grade - Devan Barlow, Makayla Brian, Landon Chappell, Kassidy Ellett, BrieAnne Jacobson, Klace Lyman, Dean Mathews, Baylee Pace, Zane Taylor, Rachel White, Cooper Williams 11th Grade - Breeanna Brown, Zack Davis, Andrew Faddis, Kaitlyn Failner, Jaxon Jensen, Tegan New, Breanna Smith, Porter Van Orden, Grace Vandyke 12th Grade - Brigg Blackburn, Indica Bown, Morgan Chappell, Anthony D’ Andrea Brielle Ekker, Morgan Jackson, Morgan Jeffery, Brandon Oyler, Ash Russon Wayne High School High Honor Roll 3.80 - 4.00 9th Grade - Jentry Brian, Parker Davis, Barlow Pace, Destiny Saunders, Haylee Snedeger, Kristen Stephenson, Makayla Torgerson 10th Grade - Kailee Blackburn, Jonny Brill, Kolbi Clark, Rachel Gardner, Courtney Jackson, Rebecca Oyler, Conner Rees, Easton Rees,Ruger Torgerson 11th Grade - Brock Brinkerhoff, Jaden Ellett, Alyssa Hakala, Tessi Kezos, Kaitlyn McCoy, Bethany Peyton, Brogan Reynolds, Brendan Robins, Larissa Wells 12th Grade - Brenna Anderson, Brooke Barney, Sage Blackburn, Regan Brian, Amberly Brill, Hannah Ellett, Amanda Pace, Katelyn Robinson, Preston Stephenson
Wayne Middle School 2nd Qtr. Honor Roll Wayne Middle School High Honor Roll – 4.0 GPA 8th Grade: Vanessa Barlow, Kylie Knutson, Hannah Morrill, Bryant Pace 7th Grade: Aubree Brian, Logan Chappell, Ty Hilton, Kortney Knutson 6th Grade: Paxton Davis, Blake Giles, TJ Peterson, Riley Taylor, CJ Torgerson High Honor Roll – 3.8 to 4.0 GPA 8th Grade: Nick Failner, Kurtis Jeffery, Breea Johnson, Bryer Mackey, Traven Peterson, Gentry Taylor, Wyatt VanOrden 7th Grade: Kayla Batty, Jaden Blackburn, Hikari Ito, Maggie Taylor, Thomas VanDyke 6th Grade: Jace Edwards, Dallas Failner, Callee Jeffs, Kalina Maw, Burgan Torgerson Honor Roll – 3.5 to 3.8 GPA 8th Grade: Makayla Bradbury, Jenna Brian, Garrett Chappell, Samantha Crane, Tanner Faddis, Jenica Hakala, McKenzy Jeffery, Bracken Lyman, Marisa Mares, Brynnli Nelson, Dawson Rees, Thomas Rees, West Saunders, Mason Stevens 7th Grade: Aliya Alvey, Maddisen Barton, Stran Beeler, Bridger Brian, Tyrel Brian, Hannah Gardner, Addison Grundy
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OBITUARIES SANDY/BICKNELL - Our beloved husband, father, grandfather and brother, Lawrence Waldemar Rees, age 73, passed away January 22, 2015 at his home in Sandy. He was born July 8, 1941, in Murray Utah, a son of Waldemar and Olive Lena Johnson Rees and the oldest of five children. He graduated from Cypress High School and Brigham Young University. He was an active member of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-Day Saints. He served an LDS Mission in the Northwestern States Mission. He served in the National Guard at Fort Ord, CA. After serving in the National Guard, Larry married Bonnie Rae VanAusdal, they later divorced. He then married the love of his life and his eternal companion, Lora Chidester on March 11, 1989, in the Salt Lake LDS Temple. He loved the gospel and served in many callings. He worked in the Boy Scouts of America program for over 35 years. His favorite thing to do was spend time with his family. He enjoyed camping, hiking, and caving. One of his passions was remodeling his homes for his family to enjoy. Larry is survived by his loving wife, Lora, of Sandy; his children Monica Wayman of Payson; Loreen and David Olney of Riverton; Tony and Chris Rees of Provo; Stephanie Carter of Olalla, WA; Brian Liner of Sandy; Darryl and Charity Liner of El Paso TX; Mike Rees of Santaquin; Chris and Jenny Rees of Springville; Sandy and Gene Evans of Avon IN; Quinn and Katy Rees of Lubbock,TX; Michael and Nancy Robins of Huntington Beach CA; Nicole Rees of Santaquin; Angie Rees of Payson; Jason Rees of Santaquin; Troy Michael Rees of Magna; Alex Rees of Sandy; 36 grandchildren; 18 great-grandchildren; brother: Daryl and Wendy Rees of Soldotna AK; sister: Taunya and Norman Hoeppner of Kearns; brother-in-law: Ray Memmott of Magna; sister-in-law Dorotha and Darryl Taylor of Roosevelt. He is preceded in death by his parents; sisters: Kathleen Lena Memmott and Sharon Ann Wolfe; brothers-in-law: Richard White Chidester and Phillip Clyde Chidester; grandson: Jeremy Craig Wayman and great-grandson: Shea Bryan Whipple. In lieu of flowers the family suggest memorial contributions be sent to Intermountain Homecare and Hospice, 11520 South Redwood Rd, South Jordan, Utah 84095-7805, in memory of Lawrence W. Rees. Funeral services will be held Saturday, January 31, 2015 at 11:00 A.M. in the Mesa Park LDS Ward Chapel, 8945 South 1700 East in Sandy, where friends may call for viewing Saturday morning from 9:00 to 10:30 prior to the services. Burial with military honors accorded by the Harold Brown American Legion Post #92 and the Utah Honor Guard will be Saturday afternoon at 3:30 P.M. in the Bicknell Cemetery, Bicknell, Utah, under the care of the Springer Turner Funeral Home of Richfield and Salina, Utah. On line guest book at: www.springerturner.com
RYAN HOUSTON HAS BEEN SELECTED FORENSIC (DEBATE) COACH OF THE YEAR IN UTAH. Mr. Houston’s selection includes all debate teams 1A – 5A in the State. Mr. Houston’s teams have won the region debates for the last 18 years. They have won State 5 out of the last 6 years. Debate gets students thinking out of the box and they have to argue both sides of the issues. The only thing that I have against the program is my Granddaughter was on the team and I have never won an argument with her since, (of course liv-
ing in a women’s world like I do I don’t win many anyway). Way to go Ryan. With Tim Smith becoming the new Justice of the Peace, he leaves an opening on the City Council. The JP is an employee of the City and you can’t continue to serve on the Council. Tim Smith has served on the Council for 9 years, so give him a thank you for his hard work. I was hoping to have seen the opening advertised in The Insider, so I am not sure when the sign up period is, so give the City a call at 676-8585, if you are interested in the position.
by Vicki D. Syrett 679-8687 or vickidiane36@hotmail.com
Frankie and Gayle Moore met sons Wade and Ryan and all traveled to Farmington to attend the Farewell of John Sonzini who will serve a mission in Illinois Chicago West Mission. He is a nephew of Gayle Moore. His greatgrandfathers was in this mission 92 years ago and he quoted some of his sayings from that mission. Ken Hall, our very own local Cowboy Poetry Man and a great singer has been invited to participate as a Featured Performer in the National Cowboy Poetry Reading Gathering in Elko Nevada. It will take place on January 27th - 31st. Ken has always been a great entertainer so we are excited for him to be a part
of this event where he will perform with such artists as Ian Tyson, Waddie Mitchell, Don Edwards, Baxter Black and many others. Ken will take part in several of the shows taking place. Wife, Jean Hall will attend with him and be of big support for Ken. Congratulations to you Ken and we hope you have a great time at the Gathering of Cowboy Poets in Elko. We had a houseful of family over the last weekend. David and Debbie and their family came down to help with some service projects around the house. It was a fun weekend and we accomplished quite a bit. Loved having them all there and miss them now they are gone.
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Noyes family members, left to right: KrysTelle, 16, on "Trigger", Garth with Kinley, 9, and Kaia, 12, on "Daia".
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Kay Shakespear was released as a Sunday School teacher and Spring Seiler was called to serve in that position. Hope everyone has a great week and stays safe. I guess we will stay warm as the weatherman doesn't seem to think we will get anything
Growing Up with Horses in Hanksville
Muse 50th Wedding Anniversary
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brought a lot of Europeans here because it was cheaper to vacation in the US than in Europe. If you went to Europe the cost was prohibitive, Dr. Pepper ran you $4.00 a can. Friday the EURO was down to $113, a few years ago Saudi oil demanded that we pay for oil with EUROs and this is part of the reason that oil has become cheaper. What this will do to the European tourist trade we will have to wait and see. John Wooden stated that “Failing not to plan is a plan for failure”. Mack O.
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BOULDER - Willis H. (Bill) and Adalee (Beesley) Muse will celebrate their 50th Wedding Anniversary on January 29, 2015. They were married on January 29, 1965, in Salt Lake City, Utah. Bill and Adalee have three children, Jennifer Muse of Salt Lake City, Josephine Muse of Escalante, and the late Willis Matthew Muse. They are also the proud grandparents of Matthew Gregory McArthur. Bill and Adalee moved to Midway, Utah, in 1973; and owned/operated Muse Farms, where they bred and trained horses. In 1995, Bill and Adalee moved Muse Farms to Boulder, Utah. Bill is currently serving his 4th term as Mayor of Boulder, and Adalee is a Massage Therapist. Bill and Adalee will celebrate this special event at home with their daughters and grandchild. Mom and Dad are loved by their family beyond measure. Happy 50th Anniversary!
Because of the warm weather, use caution when you are at the Lake ice fishing. Stake President Eyres is asking the LDS members to Fast and Pray for moisture this next Sunday. The long range weather report is that we are in for more warm weather, but the southern part of the state should receive more moisture in the up and coming 90 days. Part of the economic recovery over the last 5 years is the strength of the dollar. Five years ago the EURO was at $139. That meant that for a 100 Euros you had to come up with $139 dollars. This
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arth Noyes was born in Emery County in 1929 and moved to Hanksville in the early 1930's with his family. His dad, Hyram Noyes was a native of Wayne County who had been farming in Victor, just south of Price, for a number of years when the combination of drought and depression forced him to move. In Hanksville, he found a farm to buy and land to lease, so loading up everything they owned, including livestock, he drove a team of horses and wagon three days from Victor, Utah. Garth's mother and siblings made the journey in a car owned by her brother. They were able to take the newer “good” roads, but it still took three days to get to their new home. (The sixty miles between Green River and Hanksville took two full days.) In Hanksville, Garth said “Everything we did, we did with horses.” The farm they had leased was a few miles from town, so every day if they weren't in school, they rode
out there to help with whatever work was being done. The kids rode bareback everywhere they went, whether it was a short jaunt to the farm or twenty miles out into the desert to check on the small herd of cattle they owned. Garth recalled a time one hot Summer when he found his kid brother, who'd been sent out to check on the milk cow, sitting contentedly underneath his horse in the only shade around. Back then, there were a lot of wild horses in the area. Some were horses that had become feral after being turned out and never gathered up again, but a lot of them had never been around humans at all and weren't eager for the experience. Garth said he and his friends loved to chase them, but that “Nothing was as scary as a wild horse on the end of a rope.” They did catch a few, however, and a few made good saddle- horses, but their breaking methods were pretty rough at times and the horses fought so hard that some that were captured
would die before they could ever be properly trained. So mostly, for these boys, it was the thrill of the chase that mattered. The horses they rode and worked regularly were generally crossbreeds of thoroughbred-type horses with various kinds of draft horse. They were big-boned animals capable of a lot of work, whether it was being ridden in hot, rough country, or pulling farm equipment all day, or packing into the mountains in the Fall to get some meat. He remembers a sorrel mare named Baldy that he rode one time from south of Mt. Hillers all the way up and over Mts. Pennel and Ellen and on into Hanksville in just two days. She was tired when they finally got to town, but she never gave out on the trip. Garth joined the army and left Hanksville right at the end of WWII but returned to Utah to attend BYU in 1959. Graduating with a masters degree in Administration, he spent many years working for the Bureau of Indian Affairs on the Navajo Reservation, but when he retired in 1980 he brought his family back to Hanksville. They leased a place from Cal Black, thirty three miles south of town, and lived there for the next 14 years, ranch-
ing and exploring, camping, and riding the trails all over this very remote mountain range. They also ran cattle on an allotment between the Dirty Devil and the Colorado Rivers, where, Garth said “It's the most beautiful place in the world. You have to ride in that country to see it.” Now Garth lives in Escalante. He talks about how he'd like to see the town get more involved with their Western heritage, with more events and participation in various horse events. He'd like to see more kids riding horses around town and in the countryside. It's a beautiful vision and whether or not it comes true is hard to predict but, at least for him, his own grandkids are doing just that. His granddaughters, KrysTelle, Kaia and Kinley are all av id young horsewomen who compete in barrel racing, pole bending and goat tying, not to mention all the riding they do between rodeos on the mountain and down in the desert----keeping the tradition alive. Long ago his dad had said, “The world was created for horses.” and in his own life and the dreams he holds for the future, horses are always there. He said, “I love horses. I grew up with them.”
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Buddy Walker “Walking Bear” by Adus Dorsey
There is no wider spot in I couldn’t have been more the road than in Baker, Nevada excited, and I spent half the on the Utah / Nevada line where night with the lights on at the gas stops are some times only a Sinclair Motel in Baker, Nehallucination, even for a Toyo- vada making sure I had all my ta. It is the kind of place where recording equipment ready and in the late 1800s, a mysterious would be wide awake at dayevent took place, and like peel- break. I hardly slept an hour ing back the layers of a onion, that night I was so excited. it would take over one hundred It was in this wide-open years to unfold. As mysteri- space on the Nevada / Utah ous as the event itself, is the border, on the now dry botmystery of just who it was that tom of what was once known would lean a prized Winchester as Lake Bonneville, out on a rifle up against a pinion pine 30 mile dusty gravel and dirt tree and walk off and just leave road that crisscrossed the Neit there. The general consensus vada/Utah line at least a dozen at the local coffee counter is that couldn’t have been a miner, hunter or herder, because a rifle like that was practically an extension of those boys’ arms, and who ever it was, either ended up dead, or wished he were. It is also a place where in the winter of 48-49, after World War II was over, that the snow got so deep the U.S. government enacted a humanitarian effort dubbed “Operation Haylift.” A time when the U.S. Government and the U.S Air Force deployed its pilots and C82 "Flying Boxcars" to drop Buddy Walker "Walking Bear" 525 tons of alfalfa, ultimately feeding a million sheep times, that I drove my trusty, and 100,000 head of cattle in fully loaded 2008 Subaru staNorthern Nevada and Utah. tion wagon out to record an inA sacred subject as there ever terview with “Buddy”, my new was, something only shared west desert friend, and a real around distant desert camp sheepherder. fires, and in whispered breaths Buddy’s sheep camp like that of a testimony of faith, turned out to be so far out into or on bended knees in prayer. the ancient depths of Lake The history of the western Bonneville that I was sure I sheepherder is mostly an indi- was beginning to see mirages, vidual saga, and for the lone and if given a lie detector test sheepherder, his history will be at the Ely County Court House, forever confined to an area the it surely would have revealed size of his sheep camp. Memo- that I really did see at least a ries and accounts of heroism couple. and heartbreak, strategically As I pulled into Buddy’s stashed on a shelf behind well- camp in my heavily dust covread books by Zane Grey, and ered Subaru station wagon, lost stories that most likely no there was an ostentatious lookone will ever have the opportu- ing reclining chair sitting near nity to listen to, and take up no the un-latched door to his sheep more space in his sheep wagon camp wagon. A piece of livthan his favorite wool pillow. ing room furniture so out of Possessions and memora- place and big that there was bilia to a sheepherder last about no way this upholstered chair as long as a tank of gas, “who could ever have fit inside a really needs them?” The phi- sheep camp. Buddy feels the losophy of some sheepherders need to explain to me how he on the range is, “I was born into found the behemoth recliner this world with nothin’ and if I on a curb in Helper, Utah, and was to add up and subtract all decided it needed a home, and the experiences I have had in that it would provide him with life, when I die, all I care about a comfy enough seat to sit and is just to be even with my mak- look at the stars on the darkest er. Hell, I pack up and move so of desert nights. often that I never have had any Long story made short, I delusions or dreams of the pos- told Buddy I was interested in sibility of taking anything with learning about what it was like me when I finally go. I don’t to be a sheepherder, what life have anything that I care about was like out on the range, the that much anyway!” challenges, the predators and As recently as a week or perceived aloneness. so ago, on sheepherder time, I Buddy Walker “Walkfound myself in Baker, Nevada ing Bear”, is a white, lifelong, attending the annual “Bor- western sheepherder. Buddy derinn Old Sheepherders Ball.” is a burly looking fellow; the It was Brandi Roberts, the Ex- “Walking Bear” name suits ecutive Director of the Great him well. “Practically born Basin Heritage Area Partner- right in a sheep camp,” Buddy ship, that introduced me to a tells me, as he busies himself guy named “Buddy.” with his chores and feeds his Standing not so eye-to- dogs and company horse some eye, I looked upward at “Bud- hay, “My folks were living in dy” after a beer or two, and a sheep camp when my Ma with my rather limited knowl- was getting close to having me. edge of western sheepherders, I One day my dad mixes up a pokind of surmised Buddy had to tion of diesel, oil, some rubber be a cross between an Alaskan and other stuff that was lying Grizzly and a big spotted bob- around camp, and he puts it in cat… or maybe even a rogue an old coffee can and sets it out mountain lion with a little wild in front of the sheep camp, and coyote mixed in. he tells my Ma that when she Even after another adult felt like she was gettin ready, beverage I still wasn’t real sure she should light the can with a about Buddy’s lineage. road flare and he would see the On a bathroom break dur- black smoke and come running ing Borderinn’s Old Sheep- to take her to the hospital.” herders Ball, I spotted Buddy Thus, Buddy’s life of sheepin the hall and I casually men- herding began 59 years ago. tioned I was interested in doIt was shortly after Buddy ing an interview with him. He had started the generator to asked, "When?" pump water, finished waterIt was getting late, and ing his company horse, fed Buddy proceeded to tell me he his three dogs: Duke, Bluebell has “camp chores to do in the and the pup Jo Jo, that Buddy morning”. Things like starting plopped down in his Helper the generator that powers the recliner in front of my camwater pump, feeding his dogs era. Buddy reached into his and his company horse. Then shirt pocket and singled out Buddy told me he was going a non-filtered cigarette, lit it, to spend the night in the park- then blew out a long stream ing lot of the Borderinn in his of smoke. Then he leans so far van, and if I wanted to follow back in the recliner to the point him out to his sheep camp in I thought he would fall over. the morning, we could do the “Well”, Buddy says, “To interview out there. me weather is the biggest chal-
lenge being a sheep herder. You can’t just say you ain’t going out in it today because it is lightning, raining or snowing. Sheep need tending no matter what. If you don’t tend ‘em they get wild and then you really have a challenge on your hands. You have to keep them moving and that is where my dogs come in; they do the real work.” Somehow Duke seems to know Buddy is talking about him and he sticks his nose in Buddy’s crotch. “There is such a thing as
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willing to live the sheepherder kind of life. My Ma did it, and it made for a good life for me and my sister.” Buddy’s eyes get glassy and he stands up to stretch. Bluebell and Jo Jo do too. Buddy proceeds to tell me how the range and dealing with the U.S. government agencies has changed over time. He then gives me some of the history as he knows it, of when the Peruvians started to come into this country, and how it would be just as hard to find a damsel in distress as it would be to find a white sheepherder these days. “There just aren’t any white guys willing to herd sheep anymore.” Buddy then adds another cigarette butt to the pile. Buddy again leans way back in the recliner he found in Helper, Utah, and puts his pocket size torch to another cigarette. Buddy looks straight up at the sky and tells me, “I went to a carnival somewhere You are invited to help us celebrate once, maybe in Moroni or the Francisco's Anniversary and Birthdays. Ogden, or maybe it was a dream, but a fellow had It's Charley's 90th birthday three ponies on a merry go Adus Dorsey and round thing, he was chargEvadean's 84th birthday ing $5.00 for a five minute and it's their 66th wedding anniversary. too much tending too”, Buddy ride.” straightens up in the recliner At this point in our conand leans forward like he is versation, I was hanging onto January 31st 2015 going tell me something real to every word Buddy said Tropic Ward Chapel important. “We had a new and I leaned forward to listen. 2:00pm to 4:00pm young guy out here one time A pencil thin line of smoke that stayed right on the sheep slowly escaped from “Walking No gifts please. all the time. I think he thought Bear’s” lips. he might lose one. It made the “I think when I retire I Come help us celebrate with our parents! sheep real nervous and their will get me a truck that I can lambs were small. It is kind of live in, and a horse trailer that like having a cop pull in behind can haul at least six ponies. I Helena & Lloyd, Robyn & Sharon, and Sandrea you and just follow you for a figure if I worked at it I could hundred miles. Hell after about be making $32,000.00 a month a mile or two you are a nervous at carnivals! I could live on Decorative Rock wreck, and that is what is like that,” Buddy says and laughs, Sand for the sheep. and then he begins to show off “I give my sheep plenty of a little by puffing out a perfect Gravel room. I can send these dogs out row of four smoke rings. Driveways two miles and signal them with “I would follow the cara broom stick I painted white nival around all summer, and Culverts that I keep near my rifle. They then get me a room at the BorAmy Jackson, Owner will move them sheep right derinn in Baker all winter, with or left; it is just like my dogs room service and only a short Local pit located in Torrey know exactly what I want them walk to the bar. Hey, what more Call 435-425-3030 or 435-691-5745 to do, sometimes from miles could a guy like me ask for?” away.” “Most of the new guys, (Peruvians) whistle to work their dogs,” says Buddy. “When we bring all the bands OTC Products for Heartburn of sheep in from the range and put them together, and everyExperiencing occasional heartburn is very common body is whistling, it confuses and no cause for alarm. It can be treated with a the dogs and they don’t know variety of nonprescription medications depending on what to do. I have trained my its severity. These include antacids and other types of dogs differently, and voice acid reducers. commands and hand signals work well for me.” “Predators are another What is Heartburn? challenge… those sneaky bugHeartburn is a common condition in which the food or drink you eat cannot stay in your stomach gars” Buddy says as he belches for digestion. Instead, it moves backward up into your esophagus (a process known as reflux), out another shot of smoke. where the acids and enzymes cause burning and produce the troubling discomfort in your chest. “Coyotes mostly, sometimes lions, and bears when you What Causes Heartburn? are in the mountains, people's The main problem lies in a small muscle between your esophagus and stomach that is supposed dogs too. I hate it when I have to shut down tightly after you eat or drink, so that your food and drink will remain in your stomto shoot someone’s dog, but ach. When this muscle does not work properly, the damaging materials move upward into your once a dog gets the taste of esophagus. blood, it is hard to keep them How Can You Prevent Heartburn? out, and you just have to put You can reduce the possibility of heartburn by making some lifestyle changes. Wear clothing them down.” Buddy flips his that is loose around the waist to reduce pressure on the stomach. Eat smaller meals, and eat more cigarette into a pile of about slowly. Since reflux is common at night, make your last meal small and be sure to finish eating thousand butts, then lights up as long as 5 to 6 hours before bedtime. Heartburn also occurs more frequently in those who are another cigarette with the flick overweight or pregnant. of his Bic. Fatty foods worsen reflux, so you should avoid them as much as possible. The long list of highBuddy clears his throat fat foods includes chocolate, bacon, potato chips, margarine, butter, and fried foods. You may find then says, “Some guys say that other foods cause problems, such as orange juice, pizza, or tomato-based sauces. When you they get bored out in the sheep have identified such an irritant, avoid it in the future. Nicotine and alcohol both worsen reflux, so camp but I don’t. I do have a you should avoid cigarettes, cigars, chewing tobacco, and all forms of alcohol. radio and a DVD player in my wagon. As a matter of fact I just How Can You Treat Heartburn? got to see Mitt Romney and the When you first recognize possible reflux, your pharmacy is a good place to go for advice on when Kardashians on TV for the first to see a physician. Your pharmacist will need to know your age, your status regarding pregnancy time last month. I had been or breastfeeding, and a list of all of your symptoms. There are many dangerous symptoms that hearing all about them two will require a physician visit to ensure that you do not have a serious condition such as an ulcer or on the radio but I never had a stomach cancer. If the pharmacist believes your problem to be nothing more than reflux, he or she chance to put the name with a may recommend nonprescription products. Whichever you choose, be sure to read every set of face." warnings, precautions, and instructions on the label. Failure to understand and follow all of these guidelines can have drastic consequences. “Personally I’d rather be out in the saddle. Riding the Some heartburn products are simple antacids, such as Tums and Alka-Seltzer. They are usually range I get to day dream a lot. inexpensive and act rapidly, although they do not reduce the amount of acid produced. Other Sometimes I think about what OTC products are effective at reducing the amount of stomach acid produced, although they may I would do if I found a big bag not give relief as quickly and tend to cost more. These stronger products fall into two groups. One is histamine-2 (H2) blockers, including Tagamet HB 200, Pepcid AC, Maximum Strength Pepcid of money that had fallen out of AC, Zantac 75, and Zantac 150. They can be used by those age 12 years or older. The second a plane or something. I like to group is proton pump inhibitors (PPIs), which include Prilosec OTC, Prevacid 24HR, Nexium think I would gather up my pay 24HR, and Zegerid OTC. They can only be used by those age 18 years or older. and be gone in a shot to live out the rest of my days in Mexico. Remember, if you have questions, Consult Your Pharmacist I also think about riding up a canyon or somewhere and finding a girl that needs rescuing, —Sam Marshall, Pharmacist and taking her back to camp, and we would live happy ever after. But that ain’t likely to 95 East Center St. l Panguitch, UT 84759 happen. It would be real hard PHONE (435) 676-2212 l FAX (435) 676-8850 to find a woman that would be
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The proposed contract is under and subject to Executive Order 11246 of 24 September 1965, as amended and to the equal opportunity clause and the Standard Federal Equal Employment Opportunity Construction Contract Specifications, including the goals and timetables for minority and female participation. A Certification of Nonsegregated Facilities must be submitted prior to the award of the proposed contract, including any subcontracts in excess of $10,000.00. The proposed contract is subject to the provisions of Department of Transportation Regulations 49 CFR Part 26 (Disadvantaged Business Enterprise Participation). Minimum wage rates as established by the Secretary of Labor are applicable to all schedules awarded for this project. Any questions regarding this project are to be directed to the office of Armstrong Consultants, Inc., Grand Junction, Colorado, (970) 242-0101, for interpretation. GARFIELD COUNTY, UTAH Published in The Wayne and Garfield County Insider on DECEMBER 25, 2014 and JANUARY 1, 8, 15, 22 & 29, 2015 NOTICE OF MUNICIPAL OFFICES BRYCE CANYON CITY Bryce Canyon City will be holding a municipal election in 2015 for the following positions: Mayor 2 Year Term, Council Member 4 Year Term, Council Member 4 Year Term, Council Member 4 Year Term. Declaration of Candidacy will be June 1 through June 8 2015 at the Bryce Post Office between the hours of 1:00 PM and 3:00 PM Published in The Wayne and Garfield County Insider on JANUARY 29, 2015 NOTICE OF MUNICIPAL OFFICES PANGUITCH CITY COUNCIL To be voted on in the Panguitch City Municipal General Election on November 3, 2015 There is an opening for One City Council Member 2 year term and Three City Council Member 4 year terms each Candidate Filing Period Begins June 1, 2015 Declaration of Candidacy Forms or Nomination Petition must be filed in person with the City Recorder at 25 South 200 East, Panguitch, Utah between the hours of 8am and 5pm. There is no filing fee. Candidate Filing Deadline June 8, 2015 UCA 10-3-301 Candidate must be 1. A United States citizen. 2. At least 18 years old. 3. Be a resident of Panguitch UT for at least 365 consecutive days immediately preceding the date of the election. 4. Be a registered voter on Panguitch city. 5. Cannot be a convicted felon. Tyrissa P. Howell, Panguitch City Clerk/Recorder Published in The Wayne and Garfield County Insider on JANUARY 29 and FEBRUARY 5, 2015 NOTICE OF CITY COUNCIL POSITION PANGUITCH CITY Panguitch City has an opening for Council Member. Position will be filled at a regular City Council Meeting on February 26, 2013. Interested parties may submit a letter of interest and qualifications to Panguitch City, PO Box 75, 25 South 200 East, Panguitch, Utah 84759 by February 20, 2013. Interviews may take place on February 26, 2013 and will be conducted by the City Council. Panguitch City is an Equal Opportunity Employer Published in The Wayne and Garfield County Insider on JANUARY 29 and FEBRUARY 5 & 12, 2015 NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING WAYNE COUNTY Notice is hereby given that the Wayne County Commissioners will hold a public hearing to discuss submitting an application to the Permanent Community Impact Fund Board for the Fish Creek Road Project. 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LEVY AND NOTICE OF SHERIFF'S SALE REAL PROPERTY IN THE SIXTH JUDICIAL DISTRICT COURT IN AND FOR GARFIELD COUNTY, STATE OF UTAH CHRISS LAKE, LLC, Plaintiff, v. KARL ROUNDY Defendant.
Notice of Sheriff's Sale Case No. 120600009 Judge: Marvin Bagley
To be sold at Sheriff's Sale at the County Courthouse, 55 South Main Street, Panguitch, Utah, west entrance, County of Garfield, State of Utah, on the 17th day of February 2015 , at 10:00 of said day, all right, title and interest of said KARL ROUNDY, in and to that certain piece or parcels of real property situated in Garfield County, State of Utah, described as follows to-wit: Real Property Parcel: 02-0005-0257; Serial # B-83-1-4 as recorded in the Garfield County Recorder's Office, Garfield County, Utah, and being described as follows: BEG AT A POINT WHICH ISS 1097.07 FT AND W 1121 .83 FT FROM THE NE COR OF SEC 35 T33S R4E SLB&M AND RUNNING TH S 16°33 '47"W 227.34 FT; TH S6°48'47 "W 460.00 FT; TH N73°31' 13"W 37.00 FT; TH S2° 18'42"W 879.48 FT; TH S9°33'55"W 196.25 FT; TH S6°37'49"E 1492.00 FT:TH S2I057' 11 "W 313.00 FT; TH S 38°05'49"E 373.00FT; TH SI5'35'l1"W 324.00FT; TH S41'12'17"W 90.61 FT M/L TO THE S BOY LINE OF SAID SEC 35; TH S89°57' 11 "W ALONG SAID S BOY LINE 1616.78 .FT M/L TO THE CENTERLINE OF A 50.00 FOOT ROAD EASEMENT, TH N'L Y ALONG SAID CENTERLINE TO A POINT WHICH IS S 1530.11 FT AND W 2611.88 FT FROM THE NE COR OF SAID SEC 35, TH LEAVING SAID CENTERLINE S89a58 '42 "W 66.44 FT; TH N2JC09'14 "E 564.66 FT; TH N21°11'16"E 1062.51. FT (DEED N21 °30'01 "E 1048 09 FT) MIL TO THE S R/W LINE OF UTAH STATE HWY 12; TH S89°47'09'E (DEED N89°32'31 "E) 302.56 FT' ALONG SAID RJW LINE; TH S0°29' 14"E 291.26 FT (DEED 279.29 FT); TH N89°32'31 "E 840.07 FT; TH S I6°33'47"W 806.78 FT M/L TO THE POB CONT 146.18 AC M/L Parcel: 02-005-0263; Serial 4' B-83-1-4-1 as recorded in the Garfield County Recorder's Office. Garfield County. Utah, and be described as follows: A PORTION OF THE REMAINDER ROUNDY PARCEL AS SHOWN ON THE ROUNDY PROPERTY SUBDIVISION AND BEING DESCRIBED AS FOLLOWS: BEG AT A POINT S89°59'32W 723.52 FT AND S0°0l '01 "W 36.11 FT AND S21. °09'47"W 944.58 FT AND S21 °30'03"W 14.86 FT FROM THE NE COR OF THE NW 1/4 OF THE NE 1/4 OF SEC 35 T33S R4E SLB&M AND RUNNING TH S21 °30'0 3"W 175.00 FT: TH S89°52'37"E 1325.11 FT; TH NI6°34'37"E 169.92 FT; TH N89°52'37"W 1309.45 FT TO THE POB CONT 4.93 AC M/L Parcel: 02-0005-0256; Serial # B-83-1-4-3 as recorded in the Garfield County Recorder's Office, Garfield County, Utah, and being described as follows: A PORTION OF THE REMAINDER ROUNDY PARCEL., AS SHOWN ON THE ROUNDY PROPERTY SUBDIVISION AND BEING DESCRIBED AS FOLLOW: BEG AT A POINT S89°59'32"W 420.96 FT AND S0°0l '01 "W 37.37 FT FROM THE NE COR OF THE NW 1/4 OF THE NE 1/4 OF SEC 35 T33S R4E SLB&M SAID POINT BEING LOCATED ON THE S RIW LINE OF UTAH STATE HWY 12 AND RUNNING TH N89°46'08"W ALONG SAID RIW LINE 302.56 FT; TH S2I°09'47"W 944.58 FT; TH S21° 30'03"W 14.86 FT; TH S89°52'37"E 1309.45 FT; TH NI6°34'37"E 638.00 FT; TH S89°33 '39"W 840.07 FT; TH N0°28'22"W 291.26 FT TO THE POB CONT 20.26 AC M/L Water Right - Note, all water rights will ONLY provide any and all rights that Defendant Karl Roundy has in the water right. The deed provided by the Sheriff shall inform the successful purchaser that the water right deed is minor to the deeds on file. Water Right 97-43; and Water Right 97-154 DATED this 18 day of December, 2014. SIXTH JUDICIAL DISTRICT COURT Purchase price payable in lawful money of the United States of America. /s/ James D. Perkins, Sheriff of Garfield County, State of Utah. Published in The Wayne and Garfield County Insider on JANUARY 29 and FEBRUARY 5 & 12, 2015 PUBLIC NOTICE GARFIELD COUNTY Please take notice that the Garfield County Commission has adopted Garfield County Ordinance 2015-1, Aggressive Canine/ Wolf Ordinance. The complete ordinance is available for review at the office of the Garfield County Clerk, 55 South Main Street, Panguitch, Utah or online at www.garfield.utah.gov. Published in The Wayne and Garfield County Insider on JANUARY 22 & 29 and FEBRUARY 5 & 12, 2015 NOTICE OF MUNICIPAL OFFICES LOA TOWN To be voted on in the Loa Town November Elections on November 3, 2015. (2) Town Council Members – 4 year term each. Candidate Filing Period Begins on June 1 2015 and ends on June 8, 2015. Declaration of Candidacy Forms or Nomination Petitions must be filed in person with the Loa Town Clerk at 80 West Center, Loa, Utah Between the hours of 9 am to 5 pm (UCA 10-3-301) Published in The Wayne and Garfield County Insider on JANUARY 29 and FEBRUARY 5 & 12, 2015
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Call 435-826-4400 or email snapshot@live.com HELP WANTED WAYNE COUNTY SCHOOL DISTRICT Business Administrator WAYNE SCHOOL DISTRICT is seeking qualified candidates to fill the vacancy of District Business Administrator. This is a full time position with full benefits. SALARY: Salary to be negotiated based upon experience and education QUALIFICATIONS: Highest preference will be given to candidates with at least a Bachelor’s degree in Business, or a degree in Accounting from an accredited college or university. Preference will also be considered for candidates who have had considerable experience in school finance, business, accounting, or comparable work related disciplines. Candidates must be proficient in word processing, spreadsheets, database management, budget development and management, purchasing, payroll and employee benefits programs and accounting procedures. A working knowledge of Google Docs or Boarddocs is also desirable. Candidates should possess the quality personal skills of having an even temperament, being a good listener and an effective communicator, and being a team builder with a desire to accomplish personal and district goals. RESPONSIBILITIES: The Business Administrator is responsible for the coordination and management of all fiscal resources of the District, and serves as an advisor to the Superintendent and School Board on all fiscal issues. The Business Administrator has supervisory responsibilities based on the needs of the District under the direction of the Superintendent. The Business Administrator also serves as the District Resource Officer, and provides appropriate counsel and support in personnel decisions. APPLICATION: Candidates should submit a formal application that includes a one page open letter of interest to the School Board to include the following: (1) Affirmation of your desire and interest in this position. (2) A statement of your personal and professional qualifications for this position, and (3) A statement of your work place philosophy in a supervisory role. Application should also include a current resume, a transcript of credits, and a copy of any applicable credentials including degrees, certificates, honors, and/or special recognition, and three current letters of recommendation. Online applications are available at: (http://www.wayne.k12.ut.us.) DEADLINE: All applications and supporting materials must arrive at the Wayne School District Office at 79 No. 100 W. (P.O. Box 127), Bicknell, UT 84715 no later than 5:00 p.m. Thursday, February 12, 2015. The District reserves the right to hire the most qualified candidate any time after that date. *Wayne School District is an Equal Opportunity Employer, Affirmative Action and ADA 2/12
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HB79: Teens’ deaths prompt mandatory seatbelt bill by William Glade, Capital West News Service BRIGHAM CITY — In 2013, 18 teens were killed in car accidents in Utah. For parents in the Brigham City area, these are more than statistics. Amanda “Mandi” Brown and Tyler Stuart were killed in a June 2013 accident when a truck they were riding in rolled near the Utah-Idaho border. They were not wearing seat belts and were thrown from the truck. A Utah Highway Patrol officer responded to the scene. That UHP same officer and state lawmaker — Rep. Lee Perry, R-Perry – said he is filing a bill after grieving parents asked what could to prevent similar accidents in the future. “There is no reason why two children died in that truck that day. If they had been wearing their seat belts they would have walked away from that motor vehicle crash,” Perry said. Perry is sponsoring HB79 which would make Utah’s secondary seatbelt law a primary law, meaning vehicles could be pulled over and drivers could be issued citations for not wearing a seat belt. The current law does not permit law enforcement to pull over a driver if there only offense is not wearing a seat belt. Perry said, “After sitting down with Mandi’s mom, Melissa, and having to go tell Tyler’s mom that he wasn’t
coming home, both of them said, ‘What can we do so this doesn’t happen to another set of parents?’ so I said, ‘The only way we are going to solve this is if we have a primary seatbelt law.’” Perry has filed similar legislation in previous sessions, but this time he feels that the measure will have a better chance of passage. Because of the increased speed limits on many of Utah’s road ways — especially on the interstate freeways — legislators may be more willing to support his bill. “We have to get passed the idea that driving is not a right,” Perry said. “Driving is a privilege, and we control that privilege in lots of different ways.” Traffic laws of all types are in place to govern how people drive: speed limits, phone use, and driving while using banned substances, alcohol being one of the biggest ones, are all in place to keep road users
safe, Perry explained. Car accidents are the No. 1 killers of teens in the United States, according to Zero Fatalities. In 2013, of the eighteen teens killed in Utah three fourths of them were not wearing a seat belt at the time of impact. “This is why to me HB79 is not just HB79 seat belt amendment law, I call it the ‘Tyler and Amanda Law,’ ” Perry said. The deaths of those two teens impacted not only the families, but friends as well. A day doesn’t go by where the teens aren’t missed, the parents said. “Nobody should have to bury their child, especially the way Kelli and I had to,” said Melissa Brown, Both of Mandi’s parents spoke about how hard it has been since the death of their daughter. Both the parents and Perry believe the teens would have been wearing their seat belts if there had been a primary seatbelt law in Utah.
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In Utah, 116,423 people signed up for coverage through the Health Insurance Marketplace HHS encourages consumers to sign up before Open Enrollment ends on Feb. 15
SALT LAKE CITY Nearly 7.2 million consumers selected a plan or were automatically re-enrolled in the Federally Facilitated Marketplace as of Jan. 16, 2015, including 116,423 in Utah. “With just four weeks before the February 15 deadline and the end of Open Enrollment, 116,423 Utah consumers are counting on the Marketplace for affordable health coverage,” HHS Secretary Sylvia M. Burwell said. “Last week, just before the deadline for February 1 coverage, approximately 109,218 people in Utah selected a plan that worked for their family. Time is running out. If you don’t have health coverage, visit HealthCare.gov or contact the Marketplace call center to learn about your options and the financial help that is available.” As we near the Feb. 15 deadline and end of Open Enrollment, officials from HHS are available for print, radio and television interviews. Satellite TV interviews are also available. To request an interview with an official from HHS, email press@cms.hhs.gov.
Five Facts about Open Enrollment in Utah: Since Open Enrollment began on Nov. 15, 116,423 Utah consumers have selected a plan or were automatically re-enrolled in the Federally Facilitated Marketplace. In the first month of Open Enrollment, 89 percent of Utah consumers who selected health insurance plans were determined eligible for financial assistance to lower their monthly premiums. Utah consumers can choose from an average of 69 health plans in their county for 2015 coverage – up from 55 in 2014. 82 percent of Utah Marketplace enrollees as of December 2014 could obtain coverage for $100 or less after any applicable tax credits in 2015. Last year, 84,601 people in Utah selected plans through the Marketplace by the end of the 2013-2014 initial Open Enrollment period. Help is available: We’re working to meet consumers where they are, whether that’s online, over the phone or in person. Online: Information is
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HB55: Is Utah’s ‘Breaking Bad’ fund broke? by Abigail Norton, Capital West News Service SALT LAKE CITY — Not only is additional funding unlikely to materialize for low-income Utahns looking to fix their meth-contaminated homes, the fund that helps them clean up those homes may be going away. The Methamphetamine Housing Reconstruction and Rehabilitation Account Act, passed in 2012, established an account funded through income tax donations. The account was meant to assist qualifying low-income families living in meth-contaminated properties in paying for the rehabilitation of their homes. To date, the account had been unable to help any families because of limited funds. Utah lawmakers begin the 2015 General Session on Jan. 26. “It seems to make sense to help out these people who live in these houses. Just like everyone else they deserve that opportunity,” said BYU computer science major and social activist Isaac Kurth. Rep. Edward Redd, RLogan, cited lack of donations as the main cause of the account’s limited funds. “It’s becoming a liability to the state rather than an asset because it costs more money to run the fund than we ever can give to anybody to rehabilitate methcontaminated homes,” he said. “The problem is people are supposed to donate money with their tax returns by checking off a box with however many dollars they want to donate,” Redd said. “[But] people didn’t donate enough to keep the fund going.” The account was removed from tax return forms last year due to lack of funds. A new bill sponsored by Redd, HB55, would repeal the Act and eliminate the account altogether. Law dictates that the account may only remain on tax return forms if the account receives donations totaling at least $30,000 per year for three consecutive years. In the three years the meth-house rehabilitation account was in place it generated $8,000. Redd pointed out that other organizations have the same process of collecting donations but said, “people aren’t buying into it enough to maintain it or keep it going.” The process of reha-
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