February 19, 2015 Wayne & Garfield County Insider

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Thursday, February 19, 2015

Issue # 1086

SVMC Administator's Role Expands to Include Additional Hospitals in Central Utah RICHFIELD Intermountain Healthcare recently announced that Gary Beck, administrator of Sevier Valley Medical Center in Richfield, has agreed to expand his role to include serving as supervisor over Delta Community Medical Center, Fillmore Community Medical Center,

SVMC administrator Gary Beck. and Sanpete Valley Hospital.

In this newly developed role, Gary will maintain responsibilities over SVMC while overseeing the operations of the other three rural hospitals in Intermountain’s South Region. Gary will work closely with the three hospitals’ administrators to help streamline communication between the central Utah hospitals, as well as with the region’s Utah County hospitals.

“During his 22 years of service with Intermountain and Sevier Valley Medical Center, Gary has demonstrated impressive leadership capabilities to support the healthcare needs of the local community,” said Intermountain South Region Vice President Steve Smoot. “His visionary leadership and strategic foresight have brought needed services like orthopedics, general surgery, advanced imaging services and more to Intermountain’s central Utah hospitals.”

After graduating with a master’s in healthcare administration from Brigham Young University, Gary completed internships at Intermountain’s Primary Children’s Hospital and American Fork Hospital.

He went on to a fellowship at St. Elizabeth’s Hospital Medical Center in Youngstown, Ohio, before becoming the administrative director of Imaging Services and Rehabilitation of the same facility. His experience also includes serving as assistant administrator at Duchesne County Hospital (now Uintah Basin Medical Center) before joining Sevier Valley Medical Center in 1993.

Sevier Valley Medical Center is part of Intermountain Healthcare – a Utah-based notfor-profit healthcare system.

Fully accredited by the Joint Commission, Sevier Valley Medical Center has recently earned the Joint Commission Top Performer status for surgical care and pneumonia.

The hospital has also been named as a Community Value Five-Star Hospital for 2014 and 2013, and recognized as a 2014 HEALTHSTRONG™ Hospital for top-performing hospitals in the country. Sevier Valley Medical Center is dedicated to providing high-quality care close to home for the members of their community.

Statistics of note from 2014: • Welcomed over 230 babies • Cared for over 800 patients on hospital floor • Performed nearly 1,300 surgeries • Helped almost 6,800 patients in our Emergency Department • Performed close to 18,000 radiology services • Ran just under 80,000 lab tests —Sevier Valley Medical Center

An UPSTART Valentines Party

GARFIELD COUNTY - UPSTART students in the Garfield School District recently participated in their first annual UPSTART Valentines parties this week. The preschool students attended the parties at their local elementary school. UPSTART is a free online preschool program that is provided to the students in Garfield County by the Waterford Institute. The social activities help ease the transition into kindergarten for the students. Children who attended the Valentine parties were able to play games, decorate cupcakes, make a Valentine box, and give Valentine cards to their peers.

If you have a child that is age 2, 3, or 4, you can pre-register them for UPSTART to be complete the year before they attend kindergarten. It is important to pre-register your student because space in the program is limited each year. Every family in Garfield County that pre-registers for UPSTART before March 15th will be entered into a drawing for a $50 Visa gift card.

If you would like additional information, please contact Melinda Dalton at garfield@waterford.org or by calling 435-418-0110.

You can visit the website: www.utahupstart.org —Melinda Dalton, UPSTART Coordinator

Prescribed Fire Season Begins Interagency Fire to Continue Antimony Burn Project

ANTIMONY - If weather conditions are favorable, the Bureau of Land Management Richfield Field Office has plans for a prescribed fire, on portions of the Antimony project. The hope is to begin as soon as Tuesday, February 17. The project is located in Garfield County, in the Deep Creek and Dry Hollow drainages approximately 4 miles southwest of Antimony, Utah.

Antimony Prescribed Fire Project Description: The Richfield Field Office will once again introduce prescribed fire into portions of the Antimony project

boundary area. The prescribed fire will clean up unburned slash remaining from the prescribed burn conducted last fall.

Contact Information: Matt Madariaga 435-896-1593 mmadariaga@blm.gov or Jill Ivie 435-896-1573 jivie@blm. gov Planned Date: February 2015- exact dates will depend on favorable environmental conditions and the availability of adequate firefighting resources.

Planned Location: This project is located in Garfield County, in the Deep Creek and Dry Hollow drainages which is

Anasazi State Park to Host Local Artists' Exhibit

Painting and sculpture works by Escalante residents G.K. Reiser (The Colorado River above and Bullwinkle at right) and by Rae Ellen Lee (Dancing Aspens below right) will be on exhibit at the Anasazi State Park in Boulder through April 11, 2015.

BOULDER - You are invited to the Anasazi State Park in Boulder to see an art show featuring two Escalante residents. This show of colorful paintings and sculptures by G. K. Reiser, and paintings by Rae Ellen Lee, has been called “a visual feast.” The exhibit and sale is in place until April 11, 2015.

Reiser’s colorful landscape paintings in acrylic capture the drama of the Grand Staircase-Escalante National Monument. His playful sculp-

tures feature stones, wire, and painted wood accents. In his own words, “In life, as in the pursuit of all destinations, the path taken is sometimes hard to understand. Because of these quirks I find myself living in a small town in Southern Utah. With this change of venue I am called to the dreamings of my youth and the pursuit to capture time, space, and color. My paintings were born of this quest. My little sculptures feature rocks that felt good in my hand. Once

REGIONAL WEATHER FORECAST FOR SOME BUT NOT ALL REGIONS REPRESENTED IN OUR NEWSPAPER COVERAGE AREA

THURS. FEB. 19 - WED. FEB. 25 A LITTLE COOLER. Partly cloudy and warm Thursday and Friday with highs around 60. Remaining partly cloudy but cooler Saturday through Wednesday with highs around 50. Slight chance of precipitation Sunday and Monday. Sunny on Tuesday and Wednesday. Lows throughout week between 20 and 30.

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home, they seemed to arrange themselves. I only supplied the physical connection. They sit on my mantle. They are my friends. I hope you enjoy the show.”

Lee’s paintings in oil and acrylic include dancing aspens, textured landscapes, sheep and llamas. Originally from Northern Idaho, she is a former forest service landscape architect and has written five books, including fiction, memoir and humor. To celebrate a landmark birthday, she is painting her life and blogging about it at www.70Paintings70Years. blogspot.com.

—Rae Ellen Lee The real menace in dealing with a five-year-old is that in no time at all you begin to sound like a five-year-old.

—Jean Kerr

Slash in Deep Creek/Dry Hollow drainages near Antimony are slated for burn project in mid-late February. approximately 4 miles southwest of Antimony.

Legal Description: Township 32 South, Range 2 West, with multiple sections.

Lat/Long: Dry Hollow: N 38 x 01’ x 27.4”; W 112 x 02’ x 0.6”; Deep Creek: N 38 x 02’ x 19.8”; W 112 x 02’ x 0.6” The Antimony project is a vegetation management project to improve watershed conditions, increase community wildfire protection, enhance wildlife habitat, and help restore rangelands.

During the early months of

2014, approximately 500 acres were treated through the use of prescribed fire. The primary objective of this prescribed fire was to reduce the existing wildland fire hazard by removing dense, closed canopy pinyon and juniper trees, thus reducing potential negative effects from future wildland fire to both BLM and adjacent State and Forest Service lands while restoring fireadaptive ecosystems.

—Jill L. Ivie, Range Technician, Central Utah Interagency Fire

Escalante/Boulder Chamber of Commerce to Meet February 25 ESCALANTE/BOULDER - Spring is an exciting time in Escalante and Boulder and it appears it has arrived early this year. Business owners are gearing up for a much anticipated visitor season. The Escalante, Boulder chamber just received a $4,700 matching marketing grant from the Garfield County Office of Tourism and the chamber is off and running with ideas to market our areas. The chamber is holding our first general meeting, Wednesday, Feb. 25 at the Circle D Eatery at 6:00 pm.

A lite meal will be served followed by a business meeting.

The purpose of this meeting is to update the membership on the marketing efforts by the chamber. The chamber is also looking for three new board members who would like to serve on the chamber board for the next two years. Dennis Waggoner will serve as president, Suzanne Catlett, Vice President, and Rachel Worlton, Secretary and Robert McElaney, board member.

Sandy Brown will continue on in a limited capacity and Dana Waggoner is going off the board. If you are not a member of the chamber but would like to learn more about our organization please join us. For info call Dennis at 435-616-1136 —Dana Waggoner 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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RICHFIELD - As spring approaches people tired of cabin fever are looking forward to getting into the great outdoors and enjoy traveling around the national forest. As snow melts, roads and trails get wet and muddy and can become rutted and nearly impassable, requiring expensive repairs. The Fishlake National Forest is asking everyone traveling on the Forest to avoid muddy roads and trails.

In addition, antler hunters are reminded that seasonal restrictions on motorized travel are in effect on the Fishlake National Forest to protect habitat, wildlife, and roads.

Cross-country travel for antler hunting is prohibited.

Seasonal restrictions should be of particular interest to antler hunters. Several areas around the forest are restricted to motorized travel during the time when wildlife is on winter range. Animals trying to survive the harsh winter months are stressed enough without the added pressure from motorized traffic.

The natural behavior for deer and elk is to come to lower elevation as winter snows start to melt and vegetation starts to grow. They then follow the melting snow to the high elevation for summer.

When this natural feeding pattern is altered by human activities during this crucial time, animals are forced into higher elevations where snow is still deep and vegetation is months from green-up.

The downside is the animal’s body condition suffers.

Body condition becomes poor and antler development for the next year cannot be maximized. “Good body conditiongood antlers”—“Poor body condition-poor antlers”. It is with antlers that bucks and bulls spar for the right to be the strongest animal, passing on their genetics, thus making for stronger healthier offspring.

“It is for these reasons we have developed travel restrictions on big game winter ranges forest-wide,” said Kreig Rasmussen, Richfield Ranger

District wildlife biologist. “In order for big game animals to have maximum body condition they need low stress and natural conditions. During a winter like we are experiencing it is common that we will have a 35-45% loss on our deer fawn populations.”

The restrictions associated with winter range travel run from January 1 through April 15 of each year.

To better understand where restrictions are in-place, shed antler hunters are encouraged to pick up and use a Fishlake National Forest Travel Map. Maps are available at no charge from the Forest Supervisor’s Office and the Richfield Ranger District Office in Richfield, and the Ranger District Offices in Fillmore, Loa and Beaver. The maps are also available online at http:// www.fs.usda.gov/fishlake.

Law enforcement personnel from the Forest Service and Utah Division of Wildlife Resources will be patrolling winter range access points to educate and enforce the winter range restrictions. Every year tickets are issued to antler hunters using motorized vehicles in seasonally restricted areas or using their ATV to grid cross-country looking for antlers.

Help give these wintering animals the best possible opportunity to make it through the winter in good shape. Like hunting, it’s the responsibility of each hunter to know where they can and can’t be during a particular season. Everyone should enjoy their outdoor experience and be able to enjoy abundant wildlife opportunities in the years to come.

Please report any wildlife harassment immediately to Utah Public Safety dispatch in your area. Violations notices may be issued to those who are found on seasonally restricted routes. Violations carry a potential fine of not more than $5,000.00 and/or imprisonment for not more than six months.

—U.S Forest Service

New Parenting Workshop Starting PANGUITCH - A new parenting group workshop, based on the bestselling book, How to Talk So Kids Will Listen & Listen So Kids Will Talk will start at 6;30 on February 18 at the New Frontiers for Families office in Panguitch.

The FREE seven-session workshop, which is sponsored

by New Frontiers for Families, will be led by Laura Adams, 690-9086, who will supply all necessary materials. Certificates of Completion will be awarded attendees at the conclusion of the program. Advance registration is requested. Parents will learn proven skills, such as how to set limits while maintaining goodwill, cope with their child's negative feelings, express anger without hurting, engage their child's willing cooperation, and help their child become caring and responsibile. Parents will also learn how to resolve conflicts peacefully and create a family atmosphere of love and respect.

"Parents are on the firing line seven days a week.

Yet few of them have had any

training for this demanding job. No wonder even the most well-intentioned parents often find themselves feeling frustrated, bewildered, quilty, or alone," said Adele Faber and Ealine Mazlish, award-winning authors of the book and program. "The How to Talk So Kids Will Listen workshop gives parents a chance to learns practical new skills and exchange ideas and experiences with each other," notes Laura Adams.

Hundreds of thousands of parents and professionals have benefited from the How to Talk So Kids will Listen workshop. In studies, one in Wisconsin, and the other in Colorado and North Dakota, reseachers found that attending parents developed skills that significantly -- and lastingly -- improved the quality of their family life. They also found that these new-found skills worked equally well with children of all ages.

—Jennifer Bremner, New Frontiers for Families

Congressman Chris Stewart CERT/MRC Conference How will you survive in a 1920s world? An Electric Magnetic Pulse occurs naturally or it can be man-made (by terrorist groups, for example) and has the ability to disrupt our electronic devices and communications systems. We urge you to come learn what they are, how they are caused, how to prepare, and what we can do when modern technology is gone.

Congressman Chris Stewart, a national expert on EMPs, is coming to our area to give a presentation on this subject. He will be speaking at the Delta Palladium in Millard County on March 7, 2015 from 1-3:30pm. This presentation is open to the public with a ticket. Tickets are available, free of charge, at grocery stores throughout Sevier, Sanpete, Wayne, Piute,

and Millard counties. They can also be picked up at the Administration Building, 250 N Main, Ste B03, Richfield.

This presentation is part of our annual Community Emergency Response Team (CERT) and Medical Reserve Corps (MRC) Conference.

We encourage all CERT and MRC members to attend this conference. EMPact America is paying for General Kennath Chorniak from Washington DC to attend and speak to us. The conference runs from 8:30am to 3:00pm at the Delta High School and Palladium.

Lunch will be provided. There is a $10 fee to attend the entire CERT/MRC Conference and those attending the conference will be given EMP preparedness items.

—Andrea Gay, Six County RSVP

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PAGE, AZ. - The Bureau of Reclamation announced today that it has awarded a contract valued at $1,545,175 to the Glen Canyon Natural History Association, a nonprofit entity. The contract continues the tradition of providing guided tours through Glen Canyon Dam and Powerplant, one of Reclamation’s largest and most-visited facilities, as well as providing visitor services within the Carl Hayden Visitors Center to the visiting public.

“Lake Powell provides access to some of the most stunning scenery in the American Southwest,” said Acting Regional Director, Reed Murray. “You can view the manmade wonder of Glen Canyon Dam, alluring sandy beaches, magnificent rock formations, and towering red cliffs, all of which can be seen on the tours that this contract will continue to provide our guests.”

Glen Canyon Dam was completed in 1964, taming the waters of the upper Colorado River and creating massive Lake Powell, a popular recreation area overlapping the Utah and Arizona border. Lake Powell is about 186 miles long and attracts millions of visitors a year.

The dam and tours are

located at Page, Arizona, and just a few miles south of the Utah boarder. The Carl Hayden Visitor center is located at the dam, where the tours of the dam will be available.

The number of daily tours offered to visitors varies with the seasons, from four per day during winter months to a high of 13 per day during summer months. This service is established primarily to present to the visiting public a positive understanding of Glen Canyon Dam and Glen Canyon National Recreation Area.

The contract base year begins on March 1, 2015, and runs through February 28, 2016. The contract also outlines the potential for four additional years under the terms.

For more information about Glen Canyon Dam and Powerplant please visit: http:// www.usbr.gov/uc/rm/crsp/gc/ index.html Reclamation is the largest wholesale water supplier and the second largest producer of hydroelectric power in the United States, with operations and facilities in the 17 Western States. Its facilities also provide substantial flood control, recreation, and fish and wildlife benefits. Visit our website at http://www.usbr.gov.

—Bureau of Reclamation

Resources Available for Renewable Energy from USDA WASHINGTON, DC Agriculture Secretary Tom Vilsack has announced that rural agricultural producers and small business owners can now apply for resources to purchase and install renewable energy systems or make energy efficiency improvements. These efforts help farmers, ranchers and other small business owners save money on their energy bills, reduce America’s dependence on foreign oil, support America’s clean energy economy, and cut carbon pollution. The resources announced today are made possible by the 2014 Farm Bill.

“Developing renewable energy presents an enormous economic opportunity for rural America,” Vilsack said.

“The funding we are making available will help farmers, ranchers, business owners, tribal organizations and other entities incorporate renewable energy and energy efficiency technology into their operations. Doing so can help a business reduce energy use and costs while improving its bottom line. While saving producers money and creating jobs, these investments reduce dependence on foreign oil and cut carbon pollution as well.”

USDA is making more than $280 million available to eligible applicants through the Rural Energy for America Program (REAP). Application deadlines vary by project type and the type of assistance requested. Details on how to apply are on page 78029 of the December 29, 2014 Federal Register or are available by contacting state Rural Development offices.

USDA is offering grants for up to 25 percent of total project costs and loan guarantees for up to 75 percent of total project costs for renewable energy systems and energy efficiency improvements. The REAP application window has been expanded. USDA will now accept and review loan and grant applications yearround.

Eligible renewable energy projects must incorporate commercially available technology. This includes renewable energy from wind, solar, ocean, small hydropower, hydrogen, geothermal and renewable biomass (including anaerobic digesters). The maximum grant amount is $500,000, and the maximum loan amount is $25 million per applicant.

Energy efficiency improvement projects eligible for REAP funding include lighting, heating, cooling, ventilation, fans, automated controls and insulation up-

grades that reduce energy consumption. The maximum grant amount is $250,000, and the maximum loan amount is $25 million per applicant.

USDA is offering a second type of grant to support organizations that help farmers, ranchers and small businesses conduct energy audits and operate renewable energy projects. Eligible applicants include: units of state, tribal or local governments; colleges, universities and other institutions of higher learning; rural electric cooperatives and public power entities, and conservation and development districts. The maximum grant is $100,000. Applications for these particular grants have been available since December 29 of last year and are due February 12.

Since 2009, USDA has awarded $545 million for more than 8,800 REAP projects nationwide. This includes $361 million in REAP grants and loans for more than 2,900 renewable energy systems.

When fully operational, these systems are expected to generate more than 6 billion kilowatt hours annually – enough to power more than 5.5 million homes for a year.

In 2013, owners of the Ideal Dairy restaurant in Richfield, Utah, used REAP funding to install 80 solar modules and two 10-kilowatt inverters, which convert energy from solar panels to electricity. The owners have saved, on average, $400 per month. These savings have helped them preserve their restaurant and livelihood.

President Obama’s plan for rural America has brought about historic investment and resulted in stronger rural communities. Under the President’s leadership, these investments in housing, community facilities, businesses and infrastructure have empowered rural America to continue leading the way – strengthening America’s economy, small towns and rural communities.

USDA’s investments in rural communities support the rural way of life that stands as the backbone of our American values.

USDA is an equal opportunity provider and employer. To file a complaint of discrimination, write: USDA, Office of the Assistant Secretary for Civil Rights, Office of Adjudication, 1400 Independence Ave., SW, Washington, DC 20250-9410 or call (866) 632-9992 (Toll-free Customer Service), (800) 877-8339 (Local or Federal relay), (866) 377-8642 (Relay voice users) —USDA Rural Development Agency

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What to Do if You’re Having Trouble With Your Phone Service No matter where you live in the country, you may have experienced problems with your telephone service.

Whether you’re on the calling or the receiving end, these instances can be quite frustrating -- particularly when the problems are persistent.

If you live in a rural area, you may have had long-distance or wireless callers tell you they had trouble reaching you. Likewise, if you have ever tried to place a long-distance or wireless call to a rural area, you may have experienced “failure to complete” problems, such as dead air, prolonged ringing or a recording such as, “this call cannot be completed as dialed.”

Additionally, some calls placed to rural areas may connect but have “poor call quality” issues like echoes, transmission delays and choppy sound. If you experience these issues, there now are ways to report them with your phone company as well as with government agencies.

These lost calls are often the byproduct of how longdistance phone carriers choose to route calls. Unfortunately, calls following the least-costly route can often fall into a loop of routers.

“Throughout rural America, calls are simply failing to connect,” says Shirley Bloomfield, chief executive officer of NTCA– The Rural Broadband

Association, which represents nearly 900 independent, community-based telecommunications companies in rural and small-town America. “With personal calls, it's frustrating.

With businesses, hospitals and first responders, call connection becomes a public safety and viability issue.”

Known as “rural call completion,” the Federal Communications Commission (FCC) is taking a multi-pronged approach to addressing the issue.

Additionally, NTCA–The Rural Broadband Association is advocating for rules and enforcement to end this practice, as well as uniting local carriers in an attempt to end rural call failures.

In the meantime, consumers can help themselves. The FCC recommends reporting these problems to one’s long distance or wireless telephone service provider when they occur. Be sure to record the date and time of the call, the telephone numbers involved and the service provider of the calling customer. You can also file a complaint with the FCC. To learn more about these problems and how to report them, visit www.NTCA.org/ callcompletion.

As policies change, consumers can look forward to more reliable telephone service.

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Town & County Message Board Messages from your town & county leaders to you.

GARFIELD COUNTY Garfield County office hours are Mon-Fri 9-5, closed 12-1 for lunch. Commission meets the 2nd & 4th Mondays at 10am in the commission chambers, 55 S. Main St., Panguitch. Agenda deadline: noon Friday before meetings. Clerk: Camille Moore, camille.moore@garfield.utah.gov. 435-676-1120.

Antimony - Antimony Town Council meetings are 1st Thursdays at 7pm at the Civic Center. antimonytown@scinternet.net.

435-624-3488.

Boulder - Boulder Town office hours: Mon 11-1, Wed 1-2. Council meetings are 1st Thursdays, 7pm at Community Center.

Agenda Deadline: 48 hours before the meeting. Clerk Judy Davis, boulderutah@scinternet.net. 435-335-7300.

Bryce - Bryce Canyon City Council meetings are 1st and 3rd Tuesdays at 1:30 at the Fire Station. City manager Jean Seiler, ajeansiler@gmail.com. 435-231-1603.

Cannonville - Cannonville Town Council meetings are 3rd Wednesdays at 7pm. 435-679-8784 Escalante - Escalante City office hours are Mon-Thurs 8-4, Fri 8-noon. Council meetings are 1st and 3rd Tuesdays at 7pm at the city council chambers. 435-826-4644 Hatch - Hatch Town Council meetings are 3rd Wednesdays at 7pm at Hatch Town Hall. Clerk: Jacie Torgerson, hatchut@ color-country.net 435-735-4364 Henrieville - Henrieville Town office hours are Mon-Fri 10-4.

Council meetings are 2nd Wednesdays at 7pm at the Town Hall. henrievilletown@scinternet.net 435-679-8581.

Panguitch - Panguitch City office hours are Mon-Fri 8-5. Council meetings are held the 2nd and 4th Tuesdays at 6:30pm in the city offices. Agenda deadline: Noon Thursdays before meetings. Manager: Lori Talbot, lori.panguitchcity@gmail.com 435-676-8585.

Tropic - Tropic Town office hours are Mon-Fri 8-2. Council meetings are the 2nd Thursday at 6pm at Tropic Town Heritage Center. Agenda deadline: 1st Thursday. Clerk: Marie Neimann, tropic@color-country.net, 435-679-8713.

WAYNE COUNTY Wayne County office hours are Mon-Fri 9-5, closed 12-1 for lunch. Commission meets 1st & 3rd Mondays at 10am in the Wayne County Courthouse, 18 S. Main., Loa. Agenda deadline Thursdays before noon. Clerk: Ryan Torgerson, ryan@ wayne.utah.gov, 435-836-1300 Bicknell - Bicknell Town council meetings are 1st Thursdays at 6pm (7pm May-November), Bicknell Town Hall. Agenda deadline 1st Tuesdays at noon. Clerk: Connie Durfey, bicknelltown@scinternet.net, 435-425-3315 Hanksville - Hanksville Town office hours are Tues-Thurs 10-2.

Council meetings are the first Thursday of each month, at 7pm in the Hanksville Town Hall. Agenda deadline: 1st Mondays. Clerk: Lisa Rose, 435-542-3451.

Loa - Loa Town office hours are Mon-thurs 11-3. Council meetings are 2nd Thursdays at 7pm in Loa Town Hall. Agenda deadline: 2nd Thesdays by noon. Clerk: Michelle Brian, 435836-2266.

Lyman - Lyman Town. Clerk: Dortha Chappell. 435-836-2346.

Torrey - Torrey Town office hours are Wed-Thurs 10-4. Council meetings are 2nd Thursdays at 6:30pm at Torrey Town Hall.

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Utah’s universities give lawmakers “report card”

by Cassidy Hansen, Capital West News SALT LAKE CITY Public higher education institutions presented their accomplishments and shortcomings in meeting key indicators and innovations to a recent Higher Education Appropriations Subcommittee meeting.

USU President Stan L. Albrecht said, “The success of universities in Utah if rom the help this committee gives us, and the performance indicators that the people of Utah and you are concerned about.”

These institutional presentations served somewhat as a “report card” for legislators to refer when creating higher education institution budgets.

While these institutions provide opportunities that are unique to themselves, common concerns arose.

College presidents spoke about the ability to preserve low-cost tuition so that students from all economic backgrounds can receive higher education.

U. of U. President David W. Pershing said,”Fifty percent of students work more than 20 hours per week, and

only 11 percent don’t work at all, most of these students are on scholarship.This is causing students to take longer to get through schools, but they are doing debt free. We are totally committed to keeping the University of Utah the most inexpensive in the PAC 12.”

UVU faces a similar situation, where nearly 76 percent of students are employed and 56 percent work more than 30 hours per week.

Changes in tuition rates have also encouraged students to take 15 or more credit hours, which puts students on track to finish college in four years of attendance.

Specifically, USU implemented “plateau tuition” this past year, meaning that students taking additional credits beyond the 15-credit mark will not have to pay extra tuition.

Snow College and SUU also encourages students to take at least 15 credits with the program “15 to Finish.”

Another concern of the higher education system includes increasing graduation rates. Institutions that offer

four-year degree usually mea- ucation requirements within sure their graduation rates on general interest categories, so a six-year timeline because of students can find more interest many students deferring for in general requirements.

UVU is currently innoLDS Church missions.

“Although we are trying vating by attempting to reflect to bring everyone with us, the the diversity of the Utah comgoal is a 10 percent gradua- munity, and to Rep. Dubation rate,” said SUU President kis, D-Salt Lake City, accept Democrats.

Scott Wyatt.

In addition to their primary concerns, the institutions presented their newest programs to keep students learning and to prepare them for the workforce.

U of U has begun to offer online courses for both general education credits and final courses in their most popular degrees.

USU is continuing to invest in its highly ranked aerospace research and will continue their research in their grant-funded program iUTAH. SUU is planning John R Park Administration Buildto create classes that ing at The University of Utah. incorporate general ed- Photo Courtesy: University of Utah.

BYU students lobby for Medicaid expansion at Utah’s Capitol

by Stafford Newsome, Capital West News SALT LAKE CITY Simple classroom theory did not suffice for 29 BYU public health students who hoped to help thousands of Utahns by lobbying lawmakers at the Capitol Wednesday.

In an effort to gain firsthand experience for future professions in public health, students spearheaded efforts, in conjunction with the American Cancer Society- Cancer Action Network, to support Gov. Gary Herbert’s Healthy Utah plan. The plan would seeks to expand Medicaid coverage across the state.

Class members said they feel that thousands of Utahns live without the means to take care of themselves because of flaws in the current Medicaid system.

Knowing that the plan is controversial among lawmakers, Zachary Hunter, a BYU public health major from Ohio, admitted that lobbying legislators is a nerve-racking experience.

However, Hunter af-

firmed that they were there to convince lawmakers, “to extend Medicaid in order to extend coverage to a lot of people who fall in what we call a ‘coverage gap.’ ” The coverage gap is, “a gap of people who don’t meet Medicaid requirement because of how much they make but cannot afford insurance on their own,” explained Hunter.

According to the Cancer Action Network, 32,000 Utah adults who are struggling to gain adequate health benefits fall in this coverage gap.

As senators and representatives convened their daily “floor time,” the 29 students took charge of 100 other volunteers. They packed the area in front of the House and Senate chambers’ doors and requested that lawmakers come out and speak to them personally.

Among the volunteers students led were doctors, parents, and cancer survivors, all supporting Medicaid expansion.

The network’s Grassroots Manager for Utah, Jen Tischler, praised the BYU students for their willingness to get involved.

“Working with them is amazing because I need volunteers that can lead the other volunteers,” said Tischler.

Professor Michael Barnes, who teaches public health at BYU, said that allowing students to advocate is a valuable skill to obtain before entering their career fields.

In public health “ being able to articulate as constituents or as professionals to legislators about what kind of differences can be made is a really important priority,” said Barnes.

Like his students, Barnes supported the expansion. “ If the state legislators can understand the value of [the Healthy Utah plan] it will help make a difference for thousands of Utahns,” he said.

Rep Brad Daw, R-Orem, speaks to BYU students during a rally at the Capitol.

Students tell Southern Utah U. story to lawmakers

by Michael A. Kruse, Capital West News SALT LAKE CITY About 30 students from Southern Utah University came to Capitol Hill Wednesday, Feb. 4, with a message to state lawmakers: “don’t forget us.”

Students and administrators drove from Cedar City to Salt Lake City to participate in the SUU “Day at the Capitol,” an some state universities or colleges send students to the Capitol and present ideas or participate in advocacy. This was the first such event in recent memory for SUU. Donna Law, the director of government relations at SUU, said that her predecessor had probably just never thought participating. Law said her background in marketing and advertising helped her see this was great opportunity to promote the school.

Law said it gives students a opportunity to see how the state government works and meet with lawmakers. Utah Gov. Gary Herbert also stopped by. Students also got the chance to talk learn about “green notes” and “blue notes,” an old-fashioned communication system where constituents send in messages to lawmakers while the lawmakers are working on the House or Senate floor. Students sent notes in to talk with their representatives.

“SUU made a good showing today, now the state needs to step their game up,” said Steven Hurd, an exercise

science major.

Hurd expressed concern about the lack of funds SUU gets and that SUU often gets forgotten. Even though other schools have more students, Hurd still feel likes SUU is not getting the funding it needs.

Thomas Yvarra, a political science major, said it’s hard to shake the stigma that SUU is only a performing arts school.

“We have a wide variety of majors and a lot of students in those majors,” Yvarra said.

He said the SUU science and engineering department is one of the school’s largest.

Scott Wyatt, president of SUU, said that last year 100 percent of the university’s premed students were accepted into medical school.

“What other university can claim that?” Wyatt asked.

He showed numbers showing SUU’s graduation rate at almost 10 points above the national average and students graduate with less debt. Wyatt said it was showing lawmakers how “cool” SUU is.

SUU students presented information about the university’s EDGE program. The program, a graduation requirement at the school, forces students to create and perform a service project outside of the university.

“Most employers want to see that you’ve something outside of the school,” said Todd Peterson, the EDGE program director. “This gives them the

skills employers are looking for,” Peterson said. Peterson said he wanted lawmakers to be aware of this because of many people who question the

need for higher education.

“We’ve run this program for five years and it works,” Peterson said.

SUU students and administrators pose with Gov. Gary Herbert during “SUU Day at the Capitol.”

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Schools & Sports Region 20 Girls Basketball Tournament

With the conclusion of the Region 20 Girls Basketball Tournament, we have received questions as to, 'Why do all of the schools in our region travel to Kanab for the tournament?'

The location of the tournament is determined by the high school principals in their Region 20 meetings; each principal has one vote in the region meeting. When Region 20 schedules to play in Cedar City at Canyon View High School they have to pay approximately $3,000 to rent the facilities. Garfield School District has offered to provide their facilities for free and pay the Region an additional $3,000 to host the tournaments. Cedar City has donated $2,000 to the Region to host the event. Currently, the Region rotates wrestling, volleyball, debate, and track to each school in the region for the tournaments; boys and girls basketball do not rotate schools. I would suggest Region 20 consider rotating the boys and girls region tournament as well. If a school does not feel like they can host the

event because of seating or accommodations, the school can then decide which location they would like to move the venue. Region 20 ran into a conflict this year with scheduling the region girls basketball tournament in Canyon View, so the region decided to move the tournament to Kanab.

When you think about the additional cost associated with this tournament it is excessive to the taxpayer. Garfield School District provides transportation for three high schools and depending on how far each team advances in the tournament it could be 12 trips to and from the venue for boys and girls region basketball.

Every school in the region had to drive by at least one school in our District to get to Kanab. Ultimately, some principals outside our District refuse to play the tournament in our District schools. Some would rather have parents and students travel hours to prevent the tournaments from being hosted in our District.

Unfortunately, this not only adds extra expense for each of

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by Lexi Johnson

EHS Royalty

Kobbi Scott

2015 EHS homecoming king and queen Walker Smith and Keyera Churilla As all the winter sports seasons come to an end Escalante High just wants to say good job to all the student athletes, and good luck to every team.

The Escalante boys basketball team had a home game against Panguitch on February the 10th. On the 17th they will be on the road to Wayne, and on the 19th the boys will have their last home game with Milford.

To start off the region 20 girls basketball tournament, the Lady Moquis traveled to Piute to play. During the Piute game the girls showed heart, and played strong till the end.

The Lady Moquis season came to an end on Thursday the 12th in a nail biting game against the Milford Tigers. The girls played their best game of the season, and at half-time the Lady Moquis were behind 24-23.

Even though the loss meant the end of the season, the girls were able to keep their heads up. KrysTelle Noyes scored 18 points in Wednesday nights game against Piute. Krystelle scored 12 points and Audrie Lindsay

scored 11 points in Thursday nights Milford game.

The girls basketball team wants to give a huge thanks to their coaches Dan Hitt and Corry Johnson. They did a great job leading and supporting the girls throughout the season. Every practice and every game the Lady Moquis coaches pushed them and encouraged them to do their best.

As homecoming week came to an end, on Tuesday the 10th the royalty was crowned at the boys home Panguitch game. The duke and duchess are Jaden Miller and Jaycee Nez. The prince and princess are Trace Torgersen and Lexi Johnson. The 2015 king and queen are Walker Smith and Keyera Churilla. Good job!

The athletes of the week are Jaycee Nez and Jaden Young. Jaycee was a senior and a captain for the Lady Moquis. The last game of the season Jaycee hurt her MCL, ACL, and meniscus.

We wish Jaycee a quick recovery.

Jaden Young has shown huge improvement. Jaden is a sophomore, and he doesn’t give up.

American Red Cross

Blood Drive Wayne High School

265 North 400 West - Gym Wednesday, March 4, 2015 10:30 AM - 3:00 PM

the schools and those who are traveling, but it also hurts our local economies. Region 20 is currently the only 1A region in the State requiring a region tournament for team seatings at State. The other 1A regions use team records from their regular season to determine the team seatings at State.

—Superintendent Ben Dalton

Hoofbeats News From Bryce Valley High

by John Cloud

Hello again! This week was quite busy, as the sports season comes to a close! State Wrestling was this friday, and while our boys managed to go, only one of them got close to the top ranks. While the team itself is less than satisfied, we are impressed with how far they got. Girl's basketball also had Region this week, and they did well,Our girls took third place in region and are going to State On Wednesday 18th. The team will be playing at 2:30 P.M. at Sevier Valley Center in Richfield. Ashley Chynoweth made All Region Team and Academic All State.

Congratulations girls job well done. Seventh and Eighth grade girls Basketball played in a tournament in Salina this past week.

The boys Basketball Team have been practicing harder as the end of their season draws near, and they are pressing themselves harder to compete. The wrestling team had a good tournament and Jarom Johnson came away with Academic All-Region.

This week has been fairly standard as far as the rest of the school goes. The Orchestra class is finalizing the songs that they'll be playing at the region music festival, which we will also be hosting, from the look of things. The class is excited to show off what they've learned, with many members starting this year from scratch, unable to read (or play) a single note.

Our students are doing well, and another week ahead!

See ya!

John Cloud is a senior at Bryce Valley High School.

PHS Sports Sidelines

by Mack Oetting

Bob Cats Work Hard at Region Wrestling; Are Lady Cats Headed for Another Championship?

The Bob Cats tough guy wrestlers came home with a very hard fought 5th place finish. The Cats sent 13 wrestlers to State this year and 7 medaled. Duchesne finished 1st, 2nd Altamont, Monticello 3rd and Wayne 4th. Tyler Owens took first in the 120# weight class, Tyler Bagy, 2nd 160# weight class and Hunter Owens 2nd in 195# weight class.

At 106# Jonah Schoppe 3rd place, 113#Zac Julander 4th, 126# Garret Finch, 5th, 145# Killen Money 4th, 152# Tom Hailstone 3rd, 170# James Hanna 4th. I am learning a lot more about how trough this sport is, these tournaments that they go to, means that they could take part in 10 matches. Their Coach Colin Marshall is making a name for himself, with his enthusiasm, and the long hours that he put in. At these State matches the coaches day starts at 6 in the morning and can finish up at 6 or 9 o’clock at night. Many thanks to Jonah Schoope for supplying me with the information on these events.

The Bob Cat Basketball players went out to Escalante for a game last Tuesday. Danson Houston and Trey Barney led the Cats in a romp with 23

and 17 points, to go with their nine rebounds each. This was the only game the Cats had last week and they got off to a fast start leading 21-5 in the first quarter and never looked back on this one sided game, winning 72 to 33. The Cats are really coming together as a team as they head into the end of the season. The Cats last home game was last Tuesday against Valley the only team that they haven’t beat this year. Their last game of the year is tomorrow night at Bryce Valley and there will be a big crowd their backing the Mustangs. It should be a great game so put it on your calendar.

THE LADY CATS TAKE REGION ON THEIR MARCH TO A SECOND STRAIGHT STATE CHAMPIONSHIP. The Lady Cats had little problems with the teams at Regions, with victories over Valley and Piute.

Against the Buffalos the Ladies got off to a very fast start leading Valley 33-6 in the first half. With this lopsided win, 9 of the players got into the scoring column. Darri had15 points with Whittni and Catania chipping in 12 and 10 points, in limited time. The Cats won going a way 60 to

21. This set up the final game against Piute.

The Cats didn’t seem to mind that it was Friday the 13th. As usually the Thunderbirds came to play and they slowed the high scoring Cats down some. However the Ladies out scored the Birds in each quarter and a 21 point victory, 63 to 42. Piute is the toughest team the Cats have met all year and this was the third time they have met, with the same results. With the Cats and Birds teams in different brackets, look for them to hook up in the State finals.

The Ladies played last night at State against ICS, however you will have to pick up the schedule to find out the rest of the games. The Cats take a 22 and 0 record into state and it should be an exciting 5 days.

The Tournament is held at Richfield at SVC arena. Darri Frandsen and Catania Holman made the Regions all Academic team. Darri, Chessni, Taylor and Whittni all made the All Star Region Team.

Last Monday practice started for fast pitch softball, this should be an interesting season, and their Coach will be Kolbi Frandsen and should be a fun time.

Wayne Sports

by Lisa Stevens

At the state wrestling competition the Wayne Badgers came home with a 4th place finish, and two state champions. The Badgers had 8 wrestlers qualify for state and all eight placed! Ryan Lee and Preston Stephenson (above) each took first, Luke Dahl and Tavae Pei both with a second lace medal, Jaden Ellett, Barlow Pace and Kelton Cropper all claimed third and Kehl Bradbury took fourth. Preston Stephenson (pictured below) earned the Academic All State award in wrestling with a 3.95 GPA. Preston plans to attend college and major in biomedical engineering while continuing his wrestling career. We wish Preston good luck with his future endeavors, and would like to congratulate the entire Wayne Badger team! Without great coaches and teammates who continue to push each other to do their best the 2014-15 season would not have been a successful.

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Sch ools & Spo rts PES Eagle's Nest

by Stephanie Frazier

Stephanie Frazier

Second grade students (L to R) Logan Dalton, Haiden Dennis, Alyssa Sawyer, Maddix Johnson, & Josslyn Griffin.

Exciting new technology has arrived at PES for our 2nd graders. Ms. Tebbs was awarded a grant from the South Central Communications Board. The 2nd graders couldn't be more excited to have Chrome Books in their classrooms. "It's cool to have a computer for each of us. We used to have just a few and had to share. The old computers didn't work anyway." said 2nd grader, Josslyn Griffin. Ms. Tebbs and Mrs. Boshell's classes are sharing the computers. The 2nd graders are now starting to learn the Aleks math program. PES give a big shout out to Ms. Tebbs for writing the grant and to Mr. East at South Central Communications for supporting our students.

WAYNE HIGH SCHOOL SENIOR SPOTLIGHT 2015

Kourtnee Bredsgaurd!

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My name is Kourtnee Bredsguard daughter of Jed and Kaycee Pace of Teasdale and Edward

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Bredsguard. I want to get my cosmetology my first year while take my general education.

Then go onto become a drug and alcohol counselor. My father was a big supporter of me in the last few years. Every time we would talk he would always tell me that I should do what will make me happy in life. As long as I was happy he would be happy. He would always tell me I can do what ever I wanted and he would be there right beside me supporting me. I know he will be there through everything I will endure in my life and I am thankful to have had the chance to have such an amazing guy in my life to teach me so many things. ! ! ! !

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This weekly student spotlight is brought to you by Wayne High School and they Entrada Institute Scholarship Committee. These spotlights are not only to introduce the people of our area to these fine seniors, but to encourage contributions to the “Scholarship of Excellence” program for students at WHC. For more information about tax-deductible donations, please contact Candence Peterson at Wayne High School.

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Garfield County Bookmobile WINTER Schedule

Tuesday Every 2 Weeks Feb. 17 / Mar. 3, 17, 31 / April. 14, 28 / May 12 BV Elementary 10:30am - 2:45pm BV High School 2:45pm - 3:45pm Cannonville LDS Church 4:00pm - 4:45 pm Henrieville LDS Church 5:00pm - 6:00pm Bryce Canyon Residential Area 6:30pm - 7:00pm Wednesday Every 2 weeks Feb. 18 / Mar. 4, 18 / Apr. 1, 15, 29 / May 13 Panguitch Elementary 8:30am - 11:20am Panguitch Head Start Preschool 11:30am - 12:00pm Thursday Every 2 Weeks Feb. 19 / Mar. 5, 19 / April 2, 16, 30 / May 14 Escalante Elementary 9:00am - 10:30am Escalante High School 10:30am - 11:30am Boulder Elementary 12:30pm - 2:15pm Escalante Elementary 3:00pm - 3:45pm Escalante Phone Office 4:00pm - 5:45pm

WAYNE COUNTY Bookmobile Winter/Spring Schedule Monday Every 2 weeks

Jan. 12 & 26 / Feb. 9 & 23 / Mar 9 & 23 Torrey Velvet Ridge Bus. Ctr. 12:30pm - 1:15pm Teasdale 122 S. State St. 1:30pm - 2:00pm Fremont LDS Church 2:30pm 3:15pm Loa Courthouse 3:30pm - 4:30pm Lyman LDS Church 5:00pm - 5:45pm Bicknell Library 6:00pm - 6:30pm

Tuesday Every 2 weeks

Jan 13 & 27 / Feb 10 & 24 / Mar. 10 & 24 Loa Elementary 8:45am - 11:15 am Hanksville Elementary 1:30 - 3:00pm

School Breakfast Report Ranks Utah Last in Nation SALT LAKE CITY Utah ranks last in the nation in a survey measuring the percentage of students who are part of the School Breakfast Program.

New research from the Food Research and Action Center shows 34 percent of students eligible for the program, which is funded by the U.S. Department of Agriculture, started their day with a nutritious breakfast during the last school year. The top performing states have participation rates of more than 70 percent.

Marti Woolford, nutrition initiatives director with Utahns Against Hunger, says eating breakfast is critical for student learning.

"Kids eating before school and then improved academics," she says. "Improved attendance, less tardies, and fewer discipline issues."

Woolford says states that did the best in the report were those where schools serve breakfast in the classroom, instead of only in the cafeteria.

Woolford explains, some children skip breakfast served in the cafeteria, to play with their friends, and for other reasons.

FRAC President Jim Weill says his organization compares the lunch and breakfast numbers to gauge how much progress the breakfast programs are making, and are seeing steady gains.

"In the 2013-2014 school year there were 53 low-income kids eating breakfast for every hundred eating lunch and that was up by 10 kids per hundred over a decade," says Weill. "We're making real progress, year after year."

Utah is one of those states falling short and is missing out on more than $15 million in federal School Breakfast Program funding as a result.

—Troy Wilde, Utah News Connection

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tHe lAuGhiNg Restaurant pOiNt!!

Wedding Cell Phone

Friends and I were chatting over dinner in a restaurant. A man at the next table told his cell-phone caller to hold on. Then he stepped outside to talk.

When he returned, I said, "That was very thoughtful."

"I had no choice," he nodded and said to me. "You were making too much noise."

After our friends were married, they left the church and were disappointed to see that their car looked completely normal. No one had decorated it with "Just Married" signs or tin cans or balloons or anything at all.

"Disappointed" was not, however, the word used by the priest who married them.

His car was very similar in make, model, and color as the groom's vehicle.

A classmate and I were discussing some frustrations of dorm life, and high on my list was the difficulty of keeping others from eating ice cream I'd stored in the fridge."

"I've solved that one," my friend said. "I just wrap my ice cream in a brown paper bag and label it Tofu."

At the clothing store where I work, I make it a point of pride to give customers my unvarnished opinion. One day, when a man emerged from the fitting room, I took one look at him and shook my head.

"No, no," I said. "Those jeans look terrible on you. I'll go get you another pair."

As I walked away, I heard him mumble, "I was trying on the shirt."

Pickle Jar

Work Safety

Clerk's Opinion

A mom was preparing food for a family gathering. Her three-year-old son watched intently as his mother stabbed repeatedly at a large pickle in a jar before she managed to spear it.

As she added it to the relish tray, he asked, "Is it dead yet, Mommy?"

Safety is a major concern at the manufacturing company where I work. So I'm constantly preaching caution to the workers I supervise.

"Does anyone know," I asked a few guys, "what the speed limit is in our parking lot?"

The long silence that followed was interrupted when one of them piped up. "That depends. Do you mean coming to work or leaving?"

To Play: Complete the grid so that every row, every column and every 3x3 box contains the digits 1 to 9

AG MARKET NEWS

Answers for this week

Wills, Trusts, and More

House, IRA, Commercial Property Not Your Greatest Assets

by Jeffery J. McKenna

All of us have different assets that comprise our estate.

Some have a lot of real estate while others have large retirement accounts. What is your greatest asset? If you have minor children or grandchildren, they are your greatest asset and you should plan for them in order to protect and care for them.

There are two primary concerns regarding minor children and estate planning. First, who is going to take care of the children? The person who cares for the personal needs of the children is called the guardian. Second, who will take care of the financial needs of the children? This may or may not be the same person (or institution) as the guardian of the children. The person responsible for the children’s financial matters may be a court appointed conservator or if estate planning was done prior to death, it could be a trustee of a trust established for the children’s benefit.

Significantly, children under age eighteen cannot legally “own” property in their individual capacity. Therefore, in order to have life insurance proceeds or any other assets of an estate distributed to a child under age 18, a conservator must be appointed by the court.

The legal proceedings required to get a conservator appointed can be at best an additional expense and inconvenience. At its worst, a conservatorship proceeding can be a legal fight between family members about who is to manage the assets of

Dorm Life

the children. Although these scenarios may be unappealing, the worst part about failing to plan for minor children may be what happens when they ultimately receive their inheritance.

A conservatorship ends when the child reaches age 18 unless special circumstance exist and the court allows the conservatorship to continue until age 21. The result is that at age 18 (or at most 21) the child now has complete control over the assets. While parents or grandparents may envision their life insurance or other assets of the estate being used for their children’s or grandchildren’s education, church service, or other purposes, children at age 18 or 21 may have other plans.

Given the concerns related to expense, court proceedings and ultimate, uncontrolled distributions at age 18 (or 21 in special circumstances), parents and grandparents should consider the use of a trust when minor children are beneficiaries.

A trust has many advantages.

First, assets can be distributed to the trustee of the trust for the benefit of the minor child.

This can often occur without the need to burden the courts.

The trustee would then manage the assets as specified in the trust document. Parents can specify that proceeds within the trust are always available for the children’s health, education, maintenance and support. Additionally, parents can specify that the proceeds will not be distributed outright to the children until the children reach a partic-

Attorney Jeff McKenna hiking with his son in Zion National Park.

ular age or will be distributed in incremental stages at various ages. In short, through the use of a trust, the parents have the opportunity to provide as much instruction as they want with respect to the inheritance they leave for their children or grandchildren.

In conclusion, estate planning is very important when minor children or grandchildren are involved. If you stop and think about it, you may find it ironic that many of us provide more instruction to the babysitter about how to care for our loved ones for a few hours than we provide for those we leave behind at 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.

Salt Lake City, Utah February 11, 2015 USDAUtah Dept of Ag Market News Producers Livestock Auction, Salina, Utah Tuesday February 10, 2015 Receipts: 962. Last Week: 966. Last Year: 767.

Feeder Steers: Mixed butmostly 8.00-10.00 higher, instances 12.00-15.00 higher.

Feeder Heifers: mixedbut mostly 3.00-4.00 higher, instances 6.00-8.00 higher; Holstein Steers: to few last week for comparison; Slaughter Cows: 1.00-2.00 higher; Slaughter Bulls: steady.

Feeder Steers: Medium and Large Frame 2: 200-250 lbs scarce; 250-300 lbs scarce; 300-350 lbs 310.00-330.00; 350-400 lbs 302.50-310.00; 400-450 lbs 270.00-298.00; 450-500 lbs 252.50-278.00; 500-550 lbs 250.00-280.00; 550-600 lbs 225.00-232.50; 600-650 lbs 219.00-243.00; 650-700 lbs 195.00-215.50; 700-750 lbs 185.00206.00; 750-800 lbs 180.00-196.00; 800-850 lbs 175.00-193.00; 850-900 lbs 175.00-185.00; 900-950 lbs 175.00-183.00; 950-1000 lbs Pkg 176.00.

Holstein Steers: Large Frame 3: Bull Calves: n/q; 200-300 lbs scarce 300500 lbs scarce; 500-700 lbs 142.00-167.50; 700-900 lbs 117.50-145.00; 900-1100 lbs scarce.

Feeder Heifers: Medium and Large Frame 1-2: 200-250 lbs scarce; 250-300 Lbs 297.50-300.00; 300-350 lbs 256.00-280.00; 350-400 lbs 248.00-279.00; 400-450 lbs 242.50-265.00; 450-500 lbs 227.50-252.50; 500-550 lbs 204.50-232.50; 550-600 lbs 204.50-225.00; 600-650 lbs 195.00-215.00; 650-700 lbs 192.50-210.50; 700-750 lbs 180.00-196.00; 750-800 lbs 175.00-187.50; 800-850 lbs 170.00-183.00; 850-900 lbs 162.50-174.00; 900-950 lbs 155.00-175.00; 950-1000 lbs scarce. Heiferettes: 85.00146.00.

Stock Cows: Bred Cows 1,400.00-2,800.00/hd.

Slaughter Cows: Boning 80-90% Lean: 92.00102.25; Breaking 75-80 Lean: 94.00-104.50; Cutter 85-90% Lean: 82.00-91.00.

Slaughter Bulls: Yield Grade 1000-1500 lbs scarce; 1500-2170 lbs 118.00-123.50; Yield Grade 2 1000-1500 lbs 85.00-101.00; 1500-2145 lbs scarce; Feeder Bulls: 8401335 lbs 85.00-155.00.

Source: USDA-Utah Dept. Of Agriculture Market News , Salt Lake City, UT (435-230-0402.)

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OBITUARIES

Dottie Weaver

TORREY - Dorothy “Dottie” Weaver was a native New Englander who found her home in Utah. She was born in New Haven, CT, April 29, 1930, and died of natural causes on Feb. 3, 2015, in Torrey, UT. Dottie studied medicine and nursing at the University of Virginia, and after graduation worked in Boston. She headed west to Salt Lake City, and became head nurse in charge of the operating room at the University of Utah Hospital. She met and married Robert “Doc” Weaver, and the couple made their home at Alta, where they became an integral part of the small town.

In the late 1970’s, Dottie and Doc headed to Wayne County and built the Shifting Sands Ranch off the Notom Road, where they raised Arabian horses. They moved to Torrey in the 1990’s, and Dottie continued to work with horses, organizing and providing essential support to competitive endurance rides in the Capitol Reef region. Through friends in Alta, Dottie also became involved with Rocky Mountain Rescue Dogs while living in Torrey.

Dottie’s two driving passions in life surfaced in her early teen years: her love for music and her love for animals. Her Torrey home, a true oasis in the desert, was a magnet for homeless, orphaned, and abandoned dogs and cats. One of Dottie’s legacies is Color-Country Animal Welfare, a non-profit organization committed to assisting feral cats and abandoned pets.

Classical music - especially Mahler - was Dottie’s other great passion. A musician friend referred to Dottie as a “nonplaying musician: someone who plays no instrument, doesn’t make the music, but whose heart sings and soars with the music.”

Dottie is survived by hundreds of friends from all over the world, a sister, Shirley, and nephews Bruce and John. All who knew her will sorely miss her indomitable spirit.

Donations in Dottie’s memory may be sent to Color-Country Animal Welfare, P.O. Box 750272, Torrey, UT 84775.

Dal Mar Hellstrom 1922 - 2015

RANDOLPH/ BICKNELL - In the early hours of February 10, 2015, our sweet and beautiful mother, grandmother, aunt and friend, Dal Marr Hurst Hellstrom, age 92, passed on to her next adventure.

She was born November 18, 1922 in Blanding, Utah, to George Arthur Jr. and Abalona "Lona" Porter Hurst. Dal Marr was very proud of her pioneer heritage and the fact that she was a Hurst.

She was the youngest of two older sisters and an older brother.

Dal Marr met her forever love at Utah State University and on April 24, 1942, she married C. Fred Hellstrom in the Salt Lake LDS Temple.

The community of Wayne County and Bicknell, Utah became their home until Dad’s death in 2005, when she moved north to be closer to her daughter and son-in-law.

Dal Marr was a life-long devoted and faithful member of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter Day Saints. She could quote any scripture by heart and truly lived her life as Christ intended.

Dal Marr held many church callings and she and Fred served an L.D.S. mission in the St. Louis, MO area, as well as serving as Ordinance Workers in the Manti Temple. Dal Marr was a member of the Daughters of the Utah Pioneers. With her trademark grace and dignity, Dal Marr never complained, and participated in and enjoyed life to the very end.

Mom, we know it was your time to go, but we will miss you like crazy. You had quite a ride and we’re grateful we got to share a portion of that ride with you. We love you. Enjoy your journey.

Thank you to the wonderful and caring staff at The Wentworth at Willow Creek, and to the professional and competent staff at Alta View Hospital. We will never forget your kindness and compassion. Thank you to everyone who loved and cared for Mom over the years.

Dal Marr is survived by her loving daughter and son, Sonja and Kyle Burdash; son and daughter-in-law, Cordell and Donna Hellstrom; six grandchildren and four great grandchildren; along with many special nieces and nephews. She loved you all and thought of each of you as her own.

Dal Marr was proceeded in death by her husband; sisters: Rosamond Melartin and Georgan Burtenshaw; and brother: Ray Burtenshaw; along with several beloved nieces and nephews.

A viewing will be held at the Mountain View Mortuary, 3115 E. 7800 South, Sunday, February 15, 2015, from 6:00 to 8:00 P.M..

Graveside services and burial will be Monday, February 16, 2015, at 2:00 P.M. in the Randolph City Cemetery in Randolph, Utah under the care of the Springer Turner Funeral Home of Richfield and Salina, Utah.

On line guest book at: www.springerturner.com.

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Verlene Gleave

ANTIMONY - Verlene Henderson Gleave, 84, passed away on February 12, 2015 in St. George, Utah, surrounded by her loving family. She was born September 18, 1930 in Cannonville, Utah to George and Fern Ora Goulding Henderson. She married J. Elden Gleave, May 23, 1949 in Cannonville, Utah. Their marriage was solemnized in the Manti Temple on October 12, 1979. Elden proceeded her in death on July 4, 1978. After being alone for 37 years, Verlene and Elden are finally together again.

Verlene was active in the LDS Church where she served in the Primary, Young Women’s, library, and was a visiting teacher for many years. She was always giving service to others using her time to make quilts, embroider and crochet many sets of pillowcases. She also made her famous plastic canvas boxes and napkin holders for family members and anyone else she knew and many she did not know.

She loved to collect dolls, ladybugs, and thimbles.

She loved to garden and bottle the goods she raised.

She also worked hard helping Elden out on the family farm.

The only treasures mom acquired was her family. She was a loving and generous person. She was a fantastic mother and grandmother who held her family close to her. She will be greatly missed by all of those who knew her.

The family would like to especially thank the nurses, CNA’s, and staff of Zions Way Hospice in St. George for their loving care and many kind acts of service over the past eight months. We would also like to thank the many other people who have shown their love and kindness while she was in Antimony and St. George.

She is survived by her children: Brenda Salvi, Rio Rancho, NM; Dale (Carol) Gleave, Cedar City; Patsy (Wes) Blake, Richfield; Nedra (Lynn) Abraham, St. George; Linda (Mike) Morris, Richfield; Trent Gleave, Enoch; Kristina (Mark) Basel, St. George; daughter-in-law, Reba Johnston; 20 grandchildren and 31 great-grandchildren; sisters: Golda Cottam, Escalante; and Lorna Peterson, Logandale, NV. Also preceded in death by parents; sons: Larry and Brent; granddaughter, Hope; daughter-in-law, Shellie; brothers; Keith, Dee, Royal, Otha and Ned; sisters: Margaret, Ora, Melba.

Funeral services will be held Wednesday, February 18, 2015 at 12:00 Noon in the Antimony Ward Chapel, where friends may call from10:00 to 11:30 a.m. Burial will be in the Antimony Cemetery. Funeral Directors: Magleby Mortuary, Richfield, Salina and Manti. Online guestbook at www.maglebymortuary.com

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Elder Austin Ryan Josie HATCH - Elder Austin Ryan Josie has returned from serving as a full-time missionary in the California Anaheim Mission.

He will be speaking in the Hatch Ward on February 22, 2015 at 10:50 a.m.

Austin is the son of Ryan & Lucinda Josie.

He is the grandson of Bennett & Alfhild Josie of St. George and LaVal & Carla Sawyer of Hurricane.

FYI PANGUITCH

by Mack Oetting ~ mackoetting @gmail.com Snow birds eat your heart out, Panguitch winter weather is warmer than Southern California so come home and enjoy the warm weather. At press time it will be 46 days in a row that we are above average temperatures. This has been 15 degrees above average each day. The state is at 70% with their moisture, but the south west of the State is below 50%. How bad is it, for the last 15 years it has rained on my washed car within a week at the longest and 20 minutes for the shortest time.

Well it has been a week and with no rain in sight, times are a changing.

I really blew it in the last issue, I forgot Valentines Day, the Presidents Holiday and the last day to sign up for the Affordable Health Insurance.

Valentine was a Priest during the 3rd century AD. The Emperor Claudius was a warring ruler and he had massive armies that required a lot of men. Claudius banned marriages at that time, because men with families didn’t have to fight. Valentine continued to marry couples and disregarded the Emperors orders, when Claudius found out about the marriages, he sentenced Valentine to death. While in jail he fell in love with the Jailers daughter and the morning of his execution he sent her a card that said from your Valentine.

The Catholic Church Canonized Valentine and made him a Saint.

We now celebrate Presidents' Day instead of Lincoln’s and Washington’s Birthday. I don’t think anyone gives much thought about how much money this saves the Country. Not to sound like a bigot, I have an idea that could save the country billions: combine Columbus Day, Martin Luther King and Veterans Day into one Hero Days, just a thought.

Like with the many fine Presidents we have had over the centuries, we had thousands of heros that have made our country the Land of the Free because of the Brave.

This a fun time of the year for me, it is watching the Legislature that is in session. They are looking at raising the gas tax up 10 cents a gallon, it is currently stands at 24 ½ cents for the state. I am a firm believer in paying for what you get, and not wait around for a hand out, like the 10 billion we got from the President's bailout, to repair the freeways in Salt lake City.

The tax hasn’t been raised since '98 and with the rural roads the way they are, it is badly needed. Our State Road Crews are some of the best in the state, if you don’t believe me go to another county from ours during a snow storm. The Governor has a Healthy Utah health plan that he is purposing that would help 130,000 people obtained affordable health insurance. The Legislature has a plan that would help about 12,000 real poor people.

I got my eyes opened on insurance, when I looked for insurance for my daughter and for $5,000 deductible from two companies that I checked on the cost was between $475 and $525 a month. Regardless of what the legislature does on the health care issue, it will be too late for the citizens of Utah that would like to be covered with health insurance, because the deadline was last Sunday. Without Medicare funds it isn’t not affordable, Utah is only one of 13 states that hasn’t helped insure it’s citizens. The Legislature gets free health insurance that is paid by the tax payers and when only 28% of the people get out and vote, what can you expect is more of the same.

I am watching the Bas-

ketball All Star game on TV, it is a circus, zero and I mean zero defense, it's just shoot, shoot and more shooting, at the end of three quarters the score is tied at 122 points. It's amazing how good these guys are without anyone guarding them. Two former Jazz players Corbin and Milsap are shooting the lights out, Corbin has seven three-pointers in limited time.

My daughter Shawn reports that they had large crowds up at Brian Head Ski Resort, for the President weekend and there was really great snow. Those of you that ski need to know that Easter comes early this year, (April 5) and the ski resorts traditionally close a week later.

So don’t wait too long to hit

the slopes.

I copied this out of the Beaver, Garfield and Iron Counties Volunteers magazine, it was submitted a Lady Beth from New Jersey: I’ve Sure Gotten Old! I’ve had two bypass surgeries, a hip replacement, new knees, fought prostate cancer and diabetes, I’m half blind.

Can’t hear anything quieter than a jet engine, I am dizzy, winded, and subject to blackouts. Have bouts with dementia, have poor circulation; hardly feel my hands and feet anymore. Can’t remember if I am 84 or 92. Have lost all my friends. But, thank God, I still have my driver’s license.

Till next time.

Mack O.

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February 19, 2015

OBITUARIES

Vanor Okerlund 1936 - 2015

LYMAN - Our kind and beloved husband, father, grandfather, great-grandfather, brother, neighbor and friend Vanor Okerlund, (Okie to his friends), age 78 of Lyman, passed away on February 16, 2015 in his home in Lyman, Utah. He was born on October 10, 1936 in Lyman, a son of Rulon Ole and Zelda Sophia Albrecht Okerlund. He graduated from Wayne High School with the class of 1954.

Vanor married Gloria Giles on September 4, 1956 in Salt Lake City, Utah. They later divorced. He then married Phyllis Merlene Eastin, and they later divorced. He married Dorthy Christensen on November 1, 1986 in Lyman, and they lived happily together.

Vanor was a member of the Church of Jesus Christ of Ladder Day Saints.

Vanor was active in his beloved community. He served as Mayor of Lyman for eight years and was a very dedicated public servant.

Through his public service, and his career in the construction industry, he build and maintained many cherished friendships.

Vanor loved to sit outside and watch the world. He liked to hunt and fish, and he enjoyed working on his truck "Ole Blue" and other old vehicles.

He is survived by his wife Dorthy Christensen Okerlund of Lyman; his children: Randy Okerlund of Bicknell; Lynda and Joe Brown of Loa; Kerrie and Casey Alton of Price; Pegie and Seth McCourt of Cortez, Colorado; Brandon and Wendy Okerlund of California City, California; Brenda Martinez of Magna; Phillip Montoya of Magna; his siblings: Elaine Chestnut of Torrey; Clenn and Evelyn Okerlund of Lyman.

Vanor was preceded in death by both of his parents; his son Gary Vanor Okerlund; his great-granddaughter Abigail Buchanan; his brothers: Gerald Okerlund; Elvin Okerlund; his brother-in-laws: Jay Chestnut; Keith Christensen; his sister-in-laws: Glenda Tanner; Addie Lou Lambertson; Penny Adams.

Funeral services will be held Saturday, February 21, 2015 at 1:00 P.M. in the Lyman LDS Ward Chapel. Friends may call for viewing on Friday evening from 6:00 P.M. to 8:00 P.M. at the ward chapel, or Saturday morning from 11:30 A.M. to 12:30 A.M. prior to services.

Burial will be in the Lyman City Cemetery under the care of the Springer Turner Funeral Home of Richfield and Salina, Utah.

Online guestbook at www.springerturner.com

Jesse James Chavis 1986 - 2015

MONROE - Our beloved son, brother, grandson and friend, Jesse James Chavis, age 28, passed away on Sunday, February 8, 2015 in Dinton, Louisiana. He was born October 27, 1986 in Richfield, Utah, a son of Dan Kirk and Debra Lynn Hunt Chavis.

Jesse was a true cowboy, horseman, bull rider, jockey and like he always said, "a bronc stomper". He loved his family and friends with all of his heart. He was a gentle spirit that left us way too soon. He missed his brother, Ben, who passed away June 30, 2013 and wanted so much to be with him again.

Jesse had a deep respect for his friends and all women.

When a woman walked into the room, Jesse would immediately stand up and remove his hat.

Jesse will be inducted into the Jockey Hall of Fame as the youngest Jockey under 30 to win so many races with the highest stakes. He will be deeply missed by his many rodeo and jockey friends.

The family would like to extend a special thanks to the friends in our area, in St. George and in Louisiana, who made it possible to bring Jesse back home to rest. Your love and kindness will never be forgotten.

Thank you so much.

Jesse is survived by his mother, Debra Upchurch of Richfield; his father, Dan K. and Toni Chavis of Monroe; sister: Jenny Chavis of Richfield; step-brother: Dallas Banks of Monroe; grandparents: Duane and LuJean Hunt of Teasdale; and numerous aunts, uncles, cousins and friends.

He is preceded in death by his brother, Ben Eldon Chavis; grandparents: Bud Eldon and Beverly Ann Ence Chavis; and Judy Stewart Taylor.

Funeral services will be held Thursday, February 19, 2015 at 12 Noon in the Monroe 1st LDS Ward Chapel, 49 East 200 North in Monroe. Friends may call for viewing at the Springer Turner Funeral Home in Richfield, Wednesday evening from 6 to 8 P.M. or at the Ward Chapel in Monroe, Thursday morning from 10:30 to 11:30 prior to the services.

Burial will be in the Monroe City Cemetery under the care of the Springer Turner Funeral Home of Richfield and Salina, Utah.

On line guest book at: www.springerturner.com

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Genevieve Anderson LeFevre KANAB/TROPIC- After living a full and productive life, our mother and grandmother, Genevieve Anderson LeFevre left this mortal existence on February 11, 2015 in St George, Utah.

She was born into the loving family of Mason Eldon Anderson and Alice Brown Dean in Oak City, Utah on September 27, 1930 and grew up on the farm with her three siblings. After graduating from Delta High School, she attended BYU and Utah State earning a degree in education. In her words, she “had the privilege to teach in public schools for 37 years.”

While at Utah State, she met a handsome young man, John Lyle LeFevre, and they were married on December 27, 1952 in the Manti Temple.

Together, they raised 7 children while residing in Tropic and Moab, Utah and Page, Arizona. Mom loved music and spent many hours teaching piano lessons to hundreds of students.

She actively served in The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-Day Saints as ward organist, teacher, Ward Relief Society President and Stake Young Women’s President. One of her most cherished memories was serving a mission with her husband in Nauvoo, Illinois. After 53 years of marriage, John preceded her in death 9 years ago. She longed to be back in his arms. She spent her final years in Kanab and St George, Utah. She was the glue that kept the family together with gatherings and reunions at the Deer Range family ranch. She loved her 32 grandchildren and spent countless hours attending sporting events, recitals, graduations, mission farewells and weddings.

She is survived by her children, Lisa (John) Reese of Mt Carmel, UT, Lyle J (Diane) of St Johns, AZ, Layne (April) of Tropic, UT, Lloyd (SheraLyn) of Cedar City, UT, LuAnne (KJ) Coates of Hagerman, ID, Larren (Noreen) of Delta, UT and Linda (Jamie) Kreyling of Ivins, UT. Foster Daughter Prestine (Harry) James of West Valley City, UT, and sister Edith (Bryce) Finlinson. She is preceded in death by her parents, Mason Eldon and Alice Anderson, brothers Dean Anderson and Fred Anderson, husband John Lyle and grandson, Michael Larren LeFevre.

A viewing will be held Sunday, February 15th at 6:00 PM at the Mosdell Mortuary in Kanab, Utah. The funeral will be held in the Tropic Ward on Monday, February 16th at 12:00 PM with a viewing before from 10:00AM to 11:30 AM. Interment at the Tropic City Cemetery.

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Condolences to Marie Jaggar and Mike & Cookie Riffle on the passing of their Mother and Grandmother in Indiana.

Congratulations to Dale and Janece Pollock on the birth of their first grandson, Link.

Born to their daughter Casey and her husband. He joins two sisters waiting for him at home.

They live in Cedar City and the grandparents are very excited over this new adorable little boy.

Vance Pollock and Lindsay Phillips both spoke in Henrieville. Larry Davis and Lexi Le Fevre talked in Tropic. Lexi is preparing to enter the MTC on March 4th prior to going to Pennsylvania for her mission.

She is the daughter of Tracy and Barbie Le Fever Feltner of Cedar City and Mark Le Fevre.

Weston Johnson, brother to Carlon Johnson, came to visit the family from Florida

and to attend the funeral of his Grandmother, Marie Broderick.

Visiting the Milton and Brenda Rose family was David and Missy Rose. David is their son who lives with his family up in the northern part of the State.

We send condolences out to the family of Jenny Le Fevre who just passed away. Jenny was a teacher at one time in Tropic and had many fond memories of this area. She was known and loved by many folks in this area. She always had a kind word for those she taught and those she knew in the area. We would like the family to know we have them in our thoughts and prayers at this time.

Congratulations to Shiloh Syrett on being called as the new Scout Master in Tropic with Brook Wiseman being

called as the Assistant Scout Leader. Released as Scout Leader with a big vote of Thanks was Cary Deccio.

Baptized into the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints were Zaren Roberts and Trace Rees. Congratulations boys. Zaren is the son of Riley and April Roberts and Trace is the son of Sheldon and Jamie Pollock all of Tropic.

A reminder that there will be no Addiction Recovery Program (ARP) Meeting in Tropic until further notice. The program is held in Panguitch on Wednesday evenings at 7:30 P.M. at the Panguitch Stake Center.

Jacob Stewart, son of Slate and Pennie Stewart, was baptized Feb 8 in Emery. With the Christiansen and Stewart families attending there was a huge crowd to support Jacob.

Those attending from Tropic

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were grandparents Max and Linda Stewart, Chance and Jessica Stewart and children, Sean and Kim Stewart with children, friends Thad and Angela Steele and children, Carl and Mary-Miller Boyd and Taylor Talbot.

Pack Meeting for the Bryce Area Cub Scouts will be on Wednesday, February 25th at 6:00 P.M. at the BV Elementary School. Dinner will be served and families are invited.

Wynona Henderson is in Las Vegas with daughter, Trish Dixon. They are down there in the warm, nice weather to watch Wynona's granddaughter, Niki DiSera play softball for the University of Texas at Permian Basin in Odessa, Texas. Trish is Niki's mother and they are having a great time.

Niki's father, Steve Di Sera is a great supporter of his daughter and he was also there from Salt Lake. She has been playing two games a day and is doing well.

Wynona sounded good and said she will be staying in Salt Lake for a little while longer.

On February 25th there will be a sewing project called, ""Dress a Girl Around the World". We will be helping the girls in the world have a new dress by sewing a simple "Pillow Case Dress". This project will be held in the BVHS Home Ec Room and all ladies, young, old or in the middle are invited to come and help out.

The time is from 4 - 6 PM. The more who come out the more dresses we can get so you can imagine what it will be like for these girls to get a new dress of their own. Materials to bring are one pillowcase or 1 yard of material, 2-3 yards of double fold bias tape, 1 yd. 1/2" elastic and thread to match. If you have any questions please call Kate at 616-2736. Come on out and help make a young girl a new dress. "Help us change a life by sewing a simple pillow case dress for a girl in need!"

See you there!!

Have a nice week and please call or email news to me. Thanks VS

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LEGAL NOTICES

NOTICE TO WATER USERS The applications below were filed with the Division of Water Rights in Wayne County. These are informal proceedings per Rule R655-6-2. Protests concerning an application must be legibly written or typed, contain the name and mailing address of the protesting party, STATE THE APPLICATION NUMBER PROTESTED, CITE REASONS FOR THE PROTEST, and REQUEST A HEARING, if desired. Also, A $15 FEE MUST BE INCLUDED FOR EACH APPLICATION PROTESTED. Protests must be filed with the Division of Water Rights, PO Box 146300, Salt Lake City, UT 84114-6300, or by hand delivery to a Division office during normal business hours ON OR BEFORE MARCH 11, 2015.

Please visit http://waterrights.utah.gov or call (801)-5387240 for additional information.

NEW APPLICATION(S) 97-2396 (A80195): HJJ LLC propose(s) using 1.45 ac-ft. from groundwater (7 miles southeast of Escalante) for IRRIGATION; DOMESTIC. 97-2398 (A80208): Michael R. Putiak propose(s) using 1.73 ac-ft. from groundwater (Southeast of Boulder) for IRRIGATION. CHANGE APPLICATION(S) 95-5249(a40442): Dennis and Jessica Alvey propose(s) using 0.015 cfs or 1.014 ac-ft. from groundwater (1 mile NE of Hanksville) for IRRIGATION; DOMESTIC. Kent L. Jones, P.E. STATE ENGINEER Published in The Wayne and Garfield County Insider on FEBRUARY 12 & 19, 2015

NOTICE OF INTENT TO ANNEX PANGUITCH CITY An annexation petition has been filed with Panguitch City for the purpose of annexation of an area into Panguitch City.

The Panguitch City Council received the notice of certification on February 10, 2015. The area proposed for annexation can be viewed at the Panguitch City Office or on the panguitch.com website. The complete annexation petition is available for inspection and copying at The Panguitch City office. Written protests or letters of support for the proposed Annexation can be delivered to the Panguitch City Recorder by March 13, 2015.

The area proposed for annexation to Panguitch City will receive fire protection, emergency services, and law enforcement services upon approval. A final Public Hearing on the annexation petition will be held April 14, 2015 at the regular Panguitch City Council meeting.

Published in The Wayne and Garfield County Insider on FEBRUARY 19 & 26 and MARCH 5, 2015 PUBLIC HEARING NOTICE THE SIX COUNTY ASSOCIATION OF GOVERNMENTS The Six County Association of Governments (SCAOG) will hold a public hearing on Wednesday, March 4, 2015 at the Sevier County Administration Building, in the training room, located at 250 North Main in Richfield, Utah. The hearing will be held in conjunction with the SCAOG Executive Board Meeting which begins at 10:00 a.m. at that location. Item of Business: The SCAOG proposes to apply for grant funding from the Utah Permanent Community Impact Fund Board (CIB) on behalf of its six county member jurisdictions: Sevier, Millard, Piute, Sanpete, Juab and Wayne Counties for the purpose of developing and updating County Resource Management Plans for each respective county. The public is invited to attend and provide comments on the proposed application. If you need special accommodation to participate in the above meeting, please notify Russell Cowley, Executive Director 435-893-0712 at least 3 working days prior to the meeting.

Published in The Wayne and Garfield County Insider on FEBRUARY 19 & 26, 2015

NOTICE OF MUNICIPAL OFFICES HATCH TOWN The following offices to be voted on in the Hatch Town Municipal General Election on November 3, 2015: (2) Town Council Member 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 Hatch Town Clerk at 49 W Center, Hatch, Utah.

Jacie Torgersen Hatch Town Clerk Published in The Wayne and Garfield County Insider on FEBRUARY 12 & 19, 2015

PUBLIC NOTICE ESCALANTE CITY ESCALANTE CITY WILL HAVE THREE VACANT POSITIONS FOR THE UPCOMING NOVEMBER ELECTION. 3 - COUNCIL MEMBER POSITIONS – 4 YEAR TERMS. You may file at the Escalante City Office located at 56 North 100 West, in Escalante, Utah. Filing will be held June 01, 2015 through June 08, 2015. The city office will be open from 8:00 a.m. until 5:00 p.m.

Published in the Wayne and Garfield County Insider on FEBRUARY 12 & 19, 2015 NOTICE TO SUPPIERS GARFIELD COUNTY Garfield County is seeking the services of qualified Suppliers to provide road surface stabilization materials for test sections on County maintained roads. Work will be conducted on Hole in the Rock Road in in Garfield County. Additional sections may be added on other roads at the County’s discretion.

If you are interested in submitting a proposal, information on the Request for Proposals and Guidelines for Preparing Proposals for Engineering Services can be obtained from the Garfield County Engineer, at 55 South Main, P.O. Box 77, Panguitch, Utah 84759, Telephone (435) 676-1101. The deadline for submitting the proposal is 5 p.m. on March 16, 2015. The County reserves the right to reject any and all proposals.

Garfield County, being an equal opportunity employer, suggests that qualified DBE’s and WBE’s consider this notice.

Published in The Wayne and Garfield County Insider on FEBRUARY 19 & 26 and MARCH 5 & 12, 2015 NOTICE TO SUPPLIERS GARFIELD COUNTY Separate and sealed bids from licensed suppliers/contractors for the supply of cover material will be received by Garfield County on or before 10:00 a.m. March 5, 2015, at the Garfield County Courthouse in Panguitch, Utah. Garfield County is a tax-exempt local government, and the County reserves the right to reject or accept any or all bids.

Contractors may obtain plans from the Garfield County Engineer at 55 South Main, Panguitch, Utah 84759; phone (435) 676-1101; fax (435) 676-8239; e-mail: engineer@color-country. net. Faxed and e-mailed bids will be accepted.

Prospective bidders may be required to demonstrate qualified status by documenting successful completion of similar type and size work and listing equipment to be used on the project.

Demonstration of the bidder’s qualified status shall be provided upon the County’s request.

Published in The Wayne and Garfield County Insider on FEBRUARY 19 & 26 and MARCH 5, 2015

by Traci Bruckner, Center for Rural Affairs natural resource benefits.

As part of the CSP application process, applicants work with NRCS field personnel to complete a resource inventory of their land to determine the conservation performance for existing and new conservation activities.

The applicant's conservation performance will be used to determine eligibility, ranking and payments. Contracts are awarded to those offering the highest level of environmental benefits, with NRCS working down through the list of eligible applicants until acreage allocated to the particular state runs out.

In addition, producers

who received a CSP contract in 2011 have the opportunity to renew their contract for another five-year period. Renewal applications must be received by March 31, 2015 to ensure a seamless transition into their next contract without a lapse in payments. Renewal contracts do not compete with new applicants.

Potential applicants can call the Center for Rural Affairs Farm Bill helpline by calling (402) 687-2100 or emailing Traci Bruckner at tracib@cfra.org for assistance from Center staff with knowledge about program rules.

Farm Bill Safety-Net Deadlines Approaching for Utah Farmers SALT LAKE CITY -U.S. Department of Agriculture’s (USDA) Farm Service Agency (FSA) State Executive Director, Mark Gibbons, reminded producers on February 17 of upcoming important deadlines for the new safetynet programs established by the 2014 Farm Bill, known as Agriculture Risk Coverage (ARC) and Price Loss Coverage (PLC). The final day to update yield history or reallocate base acres is Feb. 27, 2015, and the final day for farm owners and producers to choose coverage is March 31, 2015.

“These programs provide financial protection against unexpected changes in the marketplace, so now is the time to have those final con-

versations, to ask any remaining questions, and to visit the Farm Service Agency to make these decisions,” said Gibbons.

“For the first time in many years, farmers have the opportunity to update yields or reallocate base, but if no changes are made by February 27, the farm's current yield and base will be used,” said Gibbons.

“If no program election occurs

by March 31, then there will be no 2014 payments for the farm and the farm will default to PLC coverage through the 2018 crop year.”

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The CSP rewards farmers, ranchers, and foresters for maintaining existing conservation practices and for adopting additional practices on cropland, grassland, non-industrial private forestland and tribal lands. The program pays producers for fostering clean water, better soil management, improved habitat, and other

NOTICE TO CREDITORS DOROTHY C. WEAVER, Deceased Pursuant to Section 75-7-308, Utah Code Annotated, NANCY GREEN, whose address is P.O. Box 750364, Torrey, Utah 84775, as Trustee of THE DOROTHY C. WEAVER FAMILY LIVING TRUST, dated April 13, 1982, as amended and restated March 21, 2012, hereby gives notice that DOROTHY C. WEAVER, the Trustmaker of said Trust, died on February 3, 2015. Creditors of the deceased Trustmaker are hereby notified to deliver or mail their written claims to the Trustee at the address above within three months after the date of the first publication of this notice or be forever barred.

William L. Prater, Attorney Nancy Green, Trustee Published in The Wayne and Garfield County Insider on FEBRUARY 19 & 26 and MARCH 5, 2015

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Covered commodities include barley, canola, large and small chickpeas, corn, crambe, flaxseed, grain sorghum, lentils, mustard seed, oats, peanuts, dry peas, rapeseed, long grain rice, medium grain rice (which includes short grain rice), safflower seed, sesame, soybeans, sunflower seed and wheat. Upland cotton is no longer a covered commodity.

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Advice for Patients with Tremor Tremor refers to a rhythmic shaking of the body, often in the hands or arms, but any part of the body can be affected, including the voice. Self-help techniques may provide some relief.

Causes of Tremor

In most people, tremor is not caused by any serious underlying disease. In fact, many people do not need treatment because the tremor does not cause any major problems in their life.

However, tremor can be caused by such conditions as Parkinson’s disease. Furthermore, in more serious cases, it can disrupt your life, making it almost impossible to eat or drink.

In order to rule out serious underlying causes of tremor, it is advisable to seek a physician for a diagnosis. Your doctor can also help you locate sources that can assist in coping with daily activities if tremor is disabling.

Self-Help Steps to Minimize Tremor

There are no nonprescription products or devices that can stop tremor. However, there are some useful self-help steps that may minimize its effect on your life.

Get Enough Sleep: Many tremors worsen when you are tired or sleepy. It may be helpful to modify your work schedule so that no single day has too much physical activity. Try to engage in light activity each day to help ensure that you have fewer days with excessive fatigue.

It is also important to sleep enough hours to prevent fatigue. While everyone differs in their sleep requirements, most people are aware of the number of hours they need to feel fully rested. Try to get those hours of sleep each night. Choose a specific time to go to sleep and awaken and try to stick to that. Don’t stay up late playing video games or watching movies.

Reduce Stress: Stress and anxiety can also worsen tremor. It is often extremely difficult or even impossible to alter your life circumstances to eliminate stress and anxiety, especially when they are caused by your job and/or family. However, you may find counseling helpful, and you may also learn interventions such as meditation, deep breathing, and deep relaxation.

Avoid Caffeine and Alcohol: Caffeine is a common cause of tremor, and the more you drink, the worse your tremor will be. The only medically justified use for coffee, tea, colas, energy drinks, and other caffeinated products is to get an energy boost when performing boring, routine work. Most people are recreational users, and many are addicted to caffeine. If you wish to minimize tremor, it is recommended to stop all caffeine intake. The withdrawal symptoms are very unpleasant, but once you are free of the addiction, you may find that your tremor is greatly reduced or has disappeared altogether.

Alcohol abuse is also a source of tremor. If tremor is causing severe life problems, abstaining from alcohol may improve or eliminate the tremor. Not drinking alcohol will contribute to your overall health as well.

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Starting Roth IRAs for Your Grandkids

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Many grandparents go above and beyond to offer financial help to adult children and grandchildren. If you're seeking to contribute to your grandkids' financial future, one option might involve opening a custodial Roth IRA (http:// www.irs.gov/RetirementPlans/Roth-IRAs) on your grandchild's behalf as soon as he or she starts reporting earned income.

While grandparents often find 529 college savings plans advantageous for their personal estate planning as well as supporting their grandchild's educational future, custodial Roth IRAs (http://www.irs.gov/ Retirement-Plans/Roth-IRAs) may allow for more flexibility depending on the child's future needs. For example, a young adult may use tax-free Roth IRA proceeds to fund education expenses not covered by savings or a down payment on a first home. Roth IRAs may also be a useful and collaborative savings tool for important expenses young adults have, such as continuing education or a down payment on a first home.

Unlike traditional IRAs, Roth IRAs are funded with after-tax dollars. That means the account holder doesn't get a tax break at the time of initial or successive deposits, but the money grows tax-free and can be withdrawn tax-free – a benefit for a grandchild who may need a substantial sum in the years to come. Learn more about Roth IRAs by watching this Khan Academy video. (https://www.youtube.com/

watch?v=NF-x9hDZD7Y) Here's an example of how much an initial $2,000 deposit in a Roth custodial IRA can grow. For an account opened at the time the child is 16, the $2,000 opening deposit – without any more money added to the account – could be worth roughly $55,000 at the time the child reaches age 65 assuming a 7 percent expected rate of return.

What if the child needs to make a tax-free withdrawal sooner, such as at age 35, for example? Based on the same earnings calculation as above, he or she would receive a less impressive sum of roughly $7,200. Of course, it remains a potential solution if there is a severe need for cash.

In 2015, the annual contribution limit for all IRAs is $5,500. It is possible, though not that easy, for a minor to open a Roth IRA on his or her own, which is why it's good for grandparents – or any qualifying friend or relative – to shop for custodial accounts with low fees and low investment minimums to start. This is compounded annually.

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Seek advice from financial, tax and estate professionals on how much you can reasonably afford to give and the best means to do so.

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Bottom line: Setting up a custodial Roth IRA may be a good way for grandparents and grandchildren to work on retirement or other financial goals.

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Children under age six were the victims in more than half the cases. The rise in calls has the Campaign for Tobacco-Free Kids calling on the Food and Drug Administration to finalize its proposed rule to regulate the products.

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While there are no federal regulations to restrict the sale of electronic cigarettes and nicotine liquids, most states require that purchasers be 18. Willmore says his group wants the FDA to finalize and strengthen rules by the end of April.

Willmore says the colors and packaging of e-cigarettes also appeal to kids, yet nicotine is highly dangerous and not only because of potential addiction.

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and statewide broadcasts of FM radio stations.

These translators deliver broadcasts from Salt Lake City to rural communities in Utah, Wyoming, Colorado, Nevada and Idaho. The system paved the way for rural reception of FM radio and the development of the Utah Education Network’s interactive video conferencing system for public and higher education.

Parsons, a 37-year employee of the University of Utah, was instrumental in expanding the coverage of public stations KUED, KUEN and KUER. The translator network he helped design, install and maintain now serves more than a million residents in the west.

“Kent is considered the father of TV translators,” said Phil Titus, chief engineer of KUED and KUEN. “He literally hauled tube transmitters on horseback to mountain peaks in Utah during the 50s

and 60s. The effort resulted in today’s extensive television translator network in Utah and was a model for the nation,” said Titus.

“Kent was a great guy-driven, hardworking and knowledgeable,” said UEN engineer Bob Slater. “He was an engineer’s engineer and deserves high praise for the work he did to connect rural communities.”

Parsons served many years as vice president of NTA, the National Translator Association. He attended the University of Utah and was a member of the school’s marching band. Funeral services are Thursday, February 12 in Monroe; his hometown which is about 175 miles south of Salt Lake City Monroe Peak near his home is the location of one of KUER’s full-power radio transmitters serving rural Utah.

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