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Thursday, March 3, 2016

Issue # 1140

DWR to Hold Mountain Goat Viewing Event

New Leadership Elected to Office at Entrada Institute TORREY - The Entrada Institute recently held elections for their Board of Directors. New board members include Mary Bray, Jeff Chappell, Jeff Cline, and Debora Threedy. New officers include Annette Lamb, President; Marci Milligan, Vice President; Stacey Board, Secretary; and Cal Boardman, Treasurer.

The mission of The Entrada Institute is to serve as an arts and educational center to further public understanding and appreciation of the arts, the natural, historical, and traditional cultural heritage of the high desert Colorado Plateau, and to foster community-based economic development in Wayne County, Utah and the surrounding region.

From the annual Arts and the Park event to the Cowboy Poetry and Music Festival and Heritage Starfest, this local nonprofit sponsors dozens of events each year. In addition, it supports a local scholarship program and an Artist-inResidence. The organization

is currently completing Phase 1 of a three-part capital campaign to develop a state-ofthe-art performing arts stage and educational center in downtown Torrey, Utah.

The nonprofit organization’s new president, Dr. Annette Lamb recently shared her thoughts about why she sought the role of president at this point in time: “While creating The Entrada Institute’s 20th Anniversary Retrospective https://goo.gl/Klf0b5 document a couple years ago, I developed a renewed understanding and appreciation for the essential role our organization has played and continues to play in serving the public good. I look forward to leading this organization’s transition from a powerful, local nonprofit to a world-class center for the promotion of the natural, cultural, and scientific heritage of the Colorado Plateau.

Since becoming a fulltime resident of Wayne County, I’ve become involved in a

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New President of the Entrada Institute, Annette Lamb

Escalante Senior Center Works to Reduce Falls in Older Adults

ESCALANTE - A "Stepping On" workshop will be offered in Escalante by the Escalante Senior Center. Open to anyone 60 years old or older, this workshop has proven very effective in helping adults prevent falls. It will be held for two hours once a week over seven weeks beginning March 10th at the Senior Center. In order to provide the best possible outcome, the number of participants is limited. Candidates for registration are those who are over 60, have had a fall in the last year, are fearful of falling, live at home and do not have dementia. Brochures and registration applications are available at the Senior Center.

"Stepping On" is fun and will help participants identify why they fall and different ways to prevent falls. Simple strength and balance exercises, home safety modifications and how medications may contribute to falls are a few of the topics. Participants will be introduced to an interesting display of helpful fall-prevention products. Both people

who have fallen and people who fear falling are excellent candidates for this experience.

Participants will achieve more strength, better balance and have increased confidence and independence as a result of sharing in the group experience.

This program was first developed in Australia and quickly moved to the United States. The "Stepping On" program is backed by extensive research in both countries, reducing falls by 31%. Funding for the program ranges from the Center for Disease Control to the Five County Association of Governments and includes both private and government support. The program is FREE for participants of Garfield County and will be offered in Panguitch later this year.

Contact Ramona Sorenson, 435-616-4891, Jean Bramble, 435-826-4498, or Donna Chynoweth, 435-8264317 with questions or for more information.

— Escalante Senior Center

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

THURS. MAR. 3 - WED. MAR. 9

CLOUDIER - Partly to mostly cloudy this week, with chance (20%, generally) of showers Saturday thru Wednesday, with greatest chance (50%) of precip on Monday. Highs Thurs-Sun in 60s, dipping to 50s early in week, Lows in mid-30s Thurs-Sun, to mid-20s Mon-Wed.

number of local activities including serving on the Wayne County 4-H board. I’ve learned that our county’s strength comes from its unique combination of long-time residents, newcomers, part-timers, and tourists. Each of these groups has its own perspective on the natural, cultural, and scientific heritage of the Colorado Plateau. My goal is to harness the synergy that comes from these different views to build a rich environment for collaboration, economic development, youth development, and life-long learning.

I have served on The Entrada Institute board of directors for five years as the Program Committee Co-Chair and website coordinator. I’ve spent more than 30 years as a university professor and before that a K-12 educator and librarian. Having chaired University level committees, served on the executive board of state organizations, chaired committees in national organizations and owned small businesses, I feel qualified to serve as the President of The Entrada Institute.

As an artist, writer, scholar, and citizen scientist, I’m deeply committed to The Entrada Institute’s mission of serving the public as a center and resource for promoting an appreciation of the people, places, and aesthetics of the Colorado Plateau. I look forward to working with the local community and hope you share my passion for our nonprofit’s mission.”

—The Entrada Institute

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Mountain goats will take center stage at the upcoming viewing event.

MOUNTAIN HOME As the snow piles up in the winter, mountain goats along the South Slope of the Uinta Mountains move down onto ridges that are exposed to the sun. The southern sun, steep terrain and a little help from the wind clear these ridges of snow. That provides a great wintering area for the goats— and a unique viewing opportunity for people.

On Saturday, March 12, the Utah Division of Wildlife Resources (UDWR) will host a Mountain Goat Watch at an area called Rock Creek. The area is northwest of Mountain Home in northeastern Utah.

The free event runs from 9:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m.

Randall Thacker, UDWR biologist, says from the Rock Creek Road, you can usually see mountain goats winter-

BLM Names 2016 Artists-in-Residence Winners KANAB - The Bureau of Land Management has selected two professional artists as the winners of the spring 20thAnniversary Artists in Residence (AiR) program at the Grand Staircase-Escalante National Monument (GSENM), joining photographer James Tarpley (2015 spring AiR winner). Each artist will spend 3 weeks ab-

sorbing and experiencing the monument’s landscape, producing a collaborative work under James Tarpley’s direction in response to the experience, and then sharing their vision and techniques with the public at workshops and in a collaborative performance at the Amazing Earthfest during Artists-in-Residence Cont'd on page 4

ing in the canyon. "Keeping the road open to the Stillwater Dam creates a unique viewing opportunity,” he says.

The mountain goats move around, so biologists will have to wait until the day of the event to determine the exact viewing sites. To find the viewing sites, simply drive slowly up Rock Creek Road until you see the biologists.

Spotting scopes will be available so you can get a close look at these incredible climbers in their shaggy, white coats. Biologists will also set up a site that includes displays and information about mountain goats. From the site, biologists can direct Goats

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Eric Packer Named New Administrator of Valley View Medical Center

CEDAR CITY - Eric Packer was selected from a highly competitive nationwide

changing their name to Cedar City Hospital; the change is expected to be completed by summer of 2016.) Eric succeeds Jason Wilson, who accepted the position of administrator at American Fork Hospital in January 2015. Eric has served as the administrator at Bear River Valley Hospital in Tremonton for the last 12 years, and officially starts in his position at Valley View April 11, 2016.

Terri Kane, Regional Vice President of Eric Packer will join Valley View the Southwest Region of Medical Center as Administrator.

Intermountain Healthcare pool of candidates to become said, “During his tenure at the new administrator at Val- Bear River, Eric was accountley View Medical Center. able for clinical, financial (Valley View Medical Center Valley View is currently in the process of Cont'd on page 3

Tour of Utah Photo Contest Winner!

LoRi SpenCeR poRteR

ESCALANTE - Congratulations to Lori Spencer Porter of Escalante for winning the popular vote in a Tour of Utah photo contest, with her beautiful and iconic photo of clouds rolling down the Straight Cliffs. Tour of Utah Escalante event planners put out a call for photographs to be featured in materials for the Stage 2 portion of Tour of Utah, which will be held on August 2nd. To find out more or if you are interested in volunteering look for Escalante Town Events on Facebook.

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—Thomas Hobbes

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Public should be informed and weigh in on Panguitch City swimming pool tax

In last week's Insider, Panguitch City announced a public meeting that is scheduled for March 8th. This meeting is to discuss the use of the swimming pool capital project money and rescinding Ordinance 2014-5. This ordinance was passed less than two years ago, at a 4 to 1 vote, to stop this use of the tax payer’s only money that they received for the pool at PHS. Some history on these funds that I received when I was on the school board: When the pool was put in there was a tax put on, that gave PHS $16,000 a year to maintain the pool. Bryce Valley and Escalante complained that they would never use the pool and they also should get the same amount of money, and the board gave them the same amount and raised PHS up to $32,000.

I asked the then business manager Delynn Poll how much money was in this account and she said, when she took over the job the then manager told her that there was so much money in the fund that they didn’t know what to do with it. So they came up with the idea to pay half of the utilities with the money. So $28,000 of the money went into utilities and that left $4,000 that went to the high school and the elementary.

None of either BV or Escalante’s money went for utilities, but was wisely used. Escalante used some of their money to put in great playground equipment and later to run an agriculture water line from the elementary school up to the high school. Also when the EHS $700,000 well went in, it was promised that their $16,000 would go to pay for half of the $32,000 yearly loan payment.

BV used some of their money to pay for the sod that went into the middle of their running track.

The pool is gone but we are still paying the pool tax, only they have changed the name of it. Of the hundreds of thousands dollars that the tax payers from Panguitch put into the pool, all that is left is $180,000.

Please come to the City Council meeting on the 8th to voice your opposition to this change involving the swimming pool money. Someday I hope, that the swimming pool issue will be on the ballot so the tax payers can have their say whether they want a pool or not and this money will be a start on this project.

Mack Oetting, Panguitch

If you are having difficulty paying your heating bills, you may be eligible for assistance through the federally funded HEAT program. If your income is at or below the amounts listed, call for an appointment 435-893-0745. Applications will be taken until April 29th 2016.

Persons in Household - Monthly Income : 1 - $1,474 2 - $1,991 3 - $2,511 4 - $3,031 5 - $3,551

BLM Lecture Reveals Insights About 2015’s Deadly Flash Floods ESCALANTE - The Bureau of Land Management (BLM) will host a Walks & Talks Lecture Series presentation titled “Lessons Learned: 2015 Flash Floods” on Thursday, March 3, 2016 at 7:00 p.m. MST. Speaker Brian McInerney will review the flash flood event that resulted in 21 fatalities on Monday, September 14th, 2015. Brian will look at the weather conditions prior to the deadly flood, the evolution of the thunderstorms that swept north out of Arizona into Utah, and the rainfall and resultant flash flooding that left a swatch of devastation in its path. The presentation will be held at the Escalante Interagency Visitor Center, 755 West Main

Street in Escalante, Utah.

Brian McInerney is the Senior Hydrologist at the National Weather Service (NWS) Forecast Office in Salt Lake City, Utah and worked for the NWS for the past 27 years. He holds a Master’s Degree from the University of Montana, and an undergraduate degree from St. Mary's University in Winona, Minnesota. Brian originally hails from Chicago, Illinois, and currently resides in Park City, Utah.

Join us as Brian brings awareness to the powerful nature of flash floods. The presentation will last about an hour and is free. Call 435-8265499 for more information.

—BLM

Inclusion of Main Street Economic Summit Panel Talks Shop on Starting a Local Business SALT LAKE CITY Maybe your aspirations aren’t to make millions. Maybe you’d like to just make a living doing what you love. The 10th annual Governor’s Economic Summit, sponsored by Zions Bank and presented by the Governor’s Office of Economic Development (GOED), taking place on April 15, 2016, is pleased to announce a panel of local entrepreneurs examining all things business – main street business.

It’s easy to focus on technology companies for innovation but often it’s bread and butter businesses such as repair shops, salons, restaurants and clothing boutiques that fuel the local economy.

“Think of all the businesses around us,” said Steve Bain, co-founder of Simply Mac. “There are maybe five big names that come to mind, but what about the thousands of individual, small companies that service our everyday needs? Find a reason to follow your passion, and learn more about starting your own business.”

Moderated by Mike Glauser, executive director of the Clark Center for Entrepreneurship in the Huntsman School of Business at Utah

State University, this panel provides expertise and tools of the trade to equip anyone interested in starting a small business the tips required to start and succeed.

“There are 28 million small businesses in the U.S. and they employ more than half of us in this country,” said Glauser. “We need to view entrepreneurship as the light bulb that illuminates the U.S. economy, and not something for just a few well-funded brands. This panel of experts will teach us how to build successful companies, obtain financial security and achieve our individual dreams.”

The 10th Annual Utah Economic Summit, hosted by Gov. Gary R. Herbert, will celebrate and advance innovation across every Utah industry. Business and community leaders, as well as government officials, students, and educators are encouraged to attend.

The event will be held April 15 from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. at the Grand America Hotel in Salt Lake City.

Register today at www.

UtahEconomicSummit.com.

— Utah Governor’s Office of Economic Development

Little Hollywood Shootout Quick Turn Around Film Competition Kicks Off March 16 KANAB - The unmistakable landscape found in the Kanab area has made this part of southern Utah a favorite destination for filmmakers since the 1920’s. In line with this great filmmaking tradition, the annual “Little Hollywood Shootout,” kicks off at the historic Parry Lodge in Kanab, Utah on Wednesday, March 16, 2016. The “shootout” is a quick-turnaround film challenge requiring filmmakers to produce a short film with Kanab area locations as the backdrop.

At high noon on March 16, 2016 film production requirements including locations and a theme will be revealed to participants. Competitors will then have 49.5 hours to write, direct, edit, and complete a five-minute film. Film submissions are due at 1:30 pm on Friday, March 18, 2016 either in person or online. The shootout films will then be premiered at a community screening and awards ceremony in the evening on Saturday, March 19, 2016 at the Crescent Moon Theater during the “Redrocks and Shamrocks” festival in Kanab.

“The shootout is the thunder dome of quick turnaround film challenges, and in addition to building on the film heritage of southern Utah, the competition provides aspiring filmmakers an opportunity to produce a film in the same place where film legends like John Ford and Clint Eastwood also worked,” explained Kane County Film Commissioner, Kelly Stowell, one of the organizers and founder of the event.

“Coupled with the Shamrocks and Redrocks festival, Kanab is the place to be for the Saint

Patrick’s day weekend. We have a great event planned this year and are looking forward to a fun filled weekend,” commented Stowell.

Prospective filmmakers of all ages from beginners to veterans are invited to take part in the challenge. Two divisions are available for participants with one category intended for novice filmmakers of all ages looking to gain experience and the other division is designed for competitors who have experience with film production.

Primary filming locations are required to take place in Kane County, but editing and postproduction can take place at the participants desired location.

Films are due at 1:30 pm on Friday, March 18, 2016 and can be turned in through a revealed online medium or films can be submitted in person back at the Parry Lodge at the time of the deadline.

Festivities of the Little Hollywood Shootout conclude with film premiers and awards ceremony taking place at Kanab’s Crescent Moon Theater, showcasing submitted films on the evening of Saturday, March 19, 2016 at 7:00 pm. Community members and participants are strongly encouraged and invited to attend.

For more information about the Little Hollywood Shootout or to register your team, visit www.littlehollywoodshootout.org or call 4358990443.

For more information about "Shamrocks and Redrocks” visit http://www.visitsouthernutah.com/Shamrocks_ and_Redrocks_site — Kane County Film Commission

Bryce Canyon National Park Invites You to a Free Woodwind Concert BRYCE CANYON NATIONAL PARK - Bryce Canyon National Park and Bryce Canyon Natural History Association are pleased to welcome the Woodwind Ensemble from Southern Utah University (SUU) on Saturday, March 26th at 6:00 p.m. at the historic Bryce Canyon Lodge Auditorium. This will be the third time that SUU musicians have performed at the park. The ensemble is made up of students wishing to develop their chamber music experience.

The ensemble’s music ranges from classical to folk music, early jazz to dance music. Dr. Virginia Stitt directs the SUU Woodwind Ensemble. She

has been teaching music at SUU since 1977 and is fond of teaching music theory and music education classes to prepare the next generation of music educators.

Attendance to the concert is free. Park entrance fees apply during business hours.

Entrance fees are: $30.00 per vehicle or free with a valid annual, senior, military, 4th grade, volunteer, or access pass (for U.S. permanent residents with permanent disabilities).

Please join us for an evening of beautiful music at the historic Lodge.

—National Park Service

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Who Has the Best Water in Utah?

ST. GEORGE - Who has the best water in Utah? We’ll find out at the Rural Water Association of Utah “Utah’s Best Water” contest this week.

Water samples submitted by water systems from across the state will be narrowed down to the top three finalists in a preliminary taste test. From there, a distinguished panel of judges will perform another blind taste test to determine the winner on Thursday, March 3, 2016 at 11 am in the Garden Room at the Dixie Center in St. George. The judges, who are experts in the drinking water field—as well as seasoned water drinkers-will rate each sample based on its taste, smell and clarity.

When the results are tallied, one exceptional water system

will be declared Utah’s Best Water for 2016.

Utah’s winning water will head to Washington DC next February to vie for best water in the nation at the National Rural Water (NRWA) Water Rally. There they will go up against water winners from each state across the country in hopes of taking home the national title. Utah has had a great track record in the nationals--Francis Town scored 4th place nationwide in 2015, Stansbury Park in Tooele County took home second place in 2013, and Beaver City won the national title in 2006.

The Rural Water Taste Test is part of the Rural Water Association of Utah’s Annual Conference held at the

Dixie Center in St. George, Utah, Feb. 29 – March 4, 2016.

This conference is the largest water and wastewater conference in the west, and the 3rd largest in the nation. Each year nearly 2,000 water and wastewater system employees, elected and appointed officials flock to St. George to receive the training they need and earn state-required Continuing Education Units (CEUs). While at the conference, those in attendance get the added bonus of networking with peers from all over Utah. They also experience the latest innovations in the water and wastewater industry, on display in an exhibit hall packed with over 200 booths and vendors.

— Rural Water Association of Utah

Goats

Altamont/Mountain Home: a) If you’re approaching from the west: turn left (north) onto state Route 87 (N. Center Street) in Duchesne. Follow SR 87 north for roughly 15.5 miles and turn left onto the road to Mountain Home (21000 West). This road is about four miles before you reach Altamont. b) If you’re coming from the east: drive through Roosevelt on U.S. 40 roughly 5 miles and turn right (north) onto Ioka Lane (3000 South; this road is right before US 40 turns south and goes uphill). Ioka Lane is also SR 87, so stay on this road to Altamont, then drive through Altamont to reach the Mountain Home Road, and turn north.

This road is roughly 4 miles past Altamont.

2) From the SR 87/ Mountain Home Road Junction: travel north on the Mountain Home Road about 2.8 miles, and turn left at the Mountain Home Store onto Country Route 95. This is the road to Rock Creek. The turn isn't well marked, but there is a sign for the Miner's Gulch,

Yellowpine and Stillwater campgrounds. Follow Route 95 roughly 20 miles to the viewing area.

“Keep your eyes open as you travel,” Stewart says. “It’s common to see elk, deer and a variety of other wildlife along the way.”

The Uinta Mountains have more habitat for mountain goats than any other area in Utah. And goat herds on the mountains are doing great.

Thacker says mountain goats were introduced into the Uinta Mountains in 1987 when the UDWR released seven animals from Lone Peak. In 1988 and 1989, biologists released another 25 goats from Olympic National Park. Between 1992 and 2000, the herd was supplemented by 57 additional animals from two Utah herds.

After all of the releases were done, a total of 89 goats had been released at 12 sites on the mountains. "During our last trend count in 2011,” Thacker says, “we counted 858 mountain goats. That shows how good the habitat is on the Uinta Mountains."

—DWR

surance. She wanted to invest in some risky penny stocks,” said Eric. I could have just said ‘OK’ and I would have made some money from it, but morally, it did not feel right, as I knew that she would more than likely lose money. I finally had to tell her, ‘You need to find someone else to do this, because I can’t in good conscience do this for you.’” Eric said he saw how rewarding it was for his father to work in health care, and so he decided to make the change; working in hospital finance in Cassia, Heber City, and then eventually becoming the director of outpatient services at a hospital in Wyoming.

From there Intermountain hired Eric to become the administrator at Garfield Memorial Hospital, a position he served in from 1997 to 2004. Terri said “Eric was instrumental in working with the State of Utah to bring a mammography outreach program to rural Utah, serving Piute County, Beaver County, Garfield County, and Kane County. The outreach program included a mobile mammography unit. Eric, on his own volition, obtained his CDL license (a commercial driver’s license required to operate large vehicles and trailers) because he saw the need for additional drivers to help drive the mobile mammography unit when it was needed. I really think this demonstrates Eric’s commitment to our hospitals and to the community.

In his role as administrator, Eric has worked very hard to expand other clinic outreach programs to surrounding rural

and at-risk communities.”

Eric said he loves his work as an administrator and looks forward to coming to Valley View Medical Center. “Valley View is such a great community hospital, and they have consistently earned many national awards to prove it!” said Eric. “I am grateful to get to work at such an exceptional facility with talented and amazing people.

I love my work as an administrator, and always seek to innovate and improve the services we are able to provide to the community.”

He also said he’s grateful to have the opportunity to come back home. “We lived in Cedar City while we went to college, and my wife, Sandy, is actually from Cedar,” said Eric. “Her parents are Burnell and Velma Hunt. Burnell was an institute teacher for many years across from the college. Sandy and I both feel Iron County is such a special place, and has really given us so much. We are really excited to come back and be an active part of the community.”

Eric and Sandy have been married 29 years, and have four daughters and four grandchildren, the newest grandchild being born in October. By this summer all four of Eric’s daughters will have earned their college degrees.

In his spare time, Eric likes to go camping, hunting, skiing and fishing. He particularly enjoys fly fishing for trout at Island Park, which is located just outside of West Yellowstone.

— Valley View Medical Center

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you to additional viewing areas.

"We’ll have binoculars and spotting scopes for you to use,” says Ron Stewart, UDWR outreach manager, “but if you have your own viewing gear, please bring it.”

Stewart also encourages you to bring warm clothes and a lunch. “You never know what the weather in the mountains is going to be like,” he says. “And the viewing sites are quite a ways from stores and other places to buy food."

The weather will determine if the event is held. If it appears the weather will be too severe, the event will be canceled. “Hopefully,” Stewart says, “the weather will cooperate. Please feel free to call our Vernal office on Friday, March 11 for an update.”

You can reach the Vernal office at 435-781-9453.

Directions: 1) To reach the viewing site from U.S. Highway 40, take one of the roads from US 40 to

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and operational performance — including managing a medical staff of nearly 100 providers. He oversaw the design and construction of the new hospital and medical office building, established new programs including a heart clinic and cardiac rehab, spine, pain services, audiology/ENT, respiratory therapy, and is currently designing the hospitalist and urgent care programs. We are excited to have Eric join our team here in the Southwest Region.”

Eric was born in California, and moved to Fillmore, Utah, when he was 11 when his father, Richard Packer, became the hospital administrator at Fillmore Community Medical Center. His family then moved to St. George as his father became assistant administrator at Dixie Regional. Eric graduated from Dixie High School in 1983 and went on to attend Southern Utah University, graduating in 1988 with a Bachelor of Science in Business Administration, and a minor in Marketing. Eric then went on to earn his MBA (master’s degrees in business administration).

Eric had originally started his professional career as a stockbroker, but one experience led him to realize that he wanted something different in life. “I was working with a woman, who was recently widowed and had financial challenges. She was left a very small amount of money from her husband’s life in-

I’m Mike Lowe from Wayne County, born and raised in Utah, where I’ve been either Republican or an Independent all my life. But THIS time around, I’m voting for Bernie Sanders, and I’ll tell you why.

I’m disgusted with how our Congress is paid $2.2 million per day to pass laws that make the lives of working Americans harder and make the richest even richer for the past 35 years. I’m disgusted by leaders who think we voted them in to serve the interests of a few thousand super-rich people instead of 320 million Americans.

I’m tired of paying $1.1 Billion per day for our National Debt that increases by $3.4 Billion every week simply because our Congress will NOT tax the rich and corporations. We’ve been paying subsides of $1.7 Billion per day, gifting the Oil industry $30 million a day while they post record-breaking profits & stash it in off-shore tax havens.

I’m tired of paying $1.7 Billion a day for a military that is larger than the next 10 biggest countries combined, and then pay another $3 million a day for OTHER countries’ military costs. I’m tired of paying $660 million per day for the healthcare, food and welfare of low-wage workers because big corporations won’t pay their workers a living wage or insurance, while giving Billions in bonuses to their executives.

I’m tired of watching our education and infrastructure systems degrade while our tax dollars get diverted to private-for-profit prisons and militarized police. I’m tired of seeing American jobs being shipped abroad so corporate profits can break new records.

I’m tired of the media not reporting real news because our Congress and FCC has allowed only SIX corporations to control every major newspaper and media outlet. I’m tired of our nation being divided by selective news reporting, inflammatory pundits and fake journalism. Tired of people being pitted against each other over mostly insignificant issues, all-the-while brainwashing us into supporting all-consuming wars that benefit only Oil companies, BIG banks and war-industry contractors.

I’m ready for a “revolution” Bernie Sanders style. Our children and grandchildren deserve a future in which college education and basic healthcare is a RIGHT. A future in which they won’t be so burdened by debt they’ll never be able to save. I’m NOT talking about “socialism” here. Socialism is when the government owns the means of production. That’s NOT what Bernie supports. He supports a “democratic socialism” that is similar to what America was in the 1940’s - 50’s, in which free markets thrived while abuses by companies or conglomerates were reigned in, monopolies broken up, worker rights protected, and a middle class allowed to grow. Democracy cannot exist without a strong middle class.

We can’t let this chance pass by. March 22nd may be the only chance to stop a Trump presidency.

All polls show that only Bernie beats Trump in the general election, so let’s get him nominated. ALL VOTERS can register at the democratic caucus on the night of the 22nd and vote.

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GCSD 2016 Teacher Compensation Comparison As you may know, Garfield County School District has been advertising for several new teaching positions for the 2016-2017 school year. With these advertisements, the district enters into a competitive recruiting campaign against other districts to try and attract the most qualified and best teachers for our students. Teacher shortages are being felt by all districts in the State of Utah and add to the urgency to try and entice the best candidates.

When the district enters into the recruitment of a new teacher, the salaries and benefits are the first item discussed with the prospective new employees. To assess where GCSD compares to other district compensation packages, school Business Administrators participate in a summary of base salary rates, retirement and health insurance coverage.

In the district summary, 38 of the 41 districts responded with compensation packages for each respected district. GCSD ranked 11th out of 38 districts in total compensation packages.

GCSD ranked behind Park City, Rich, Kane, Emery, Millard, North Summit, Alpine, Beaver, South Summit and Carbon. However, GCSD ranked above North Sanpete, Tintic, Uintah, Cache, Ogden, Granite, Salt Lake City, Daggett, Iron, Piute, Nebo, Murry, Provo, South Sanpete, Weber, Morgan, Wayne, Logan, Canyons, Sevier, Duchesne, Tooele, Jordan, Grand and Box Elder in total compensation.

The district is in a favorable position to attract teachers to our area. Please know, as GCSD moves up the list for teacher compensation and benefits, the probability of attracting the finest teachers to our area increases. We also understand if we can hire new teachers who are from rural Utah, the retention of these teachers also increases. As a district, we will continue to work diligently to retain and attract the most effective and highest qualified teachers to provide a quality education for your students.

—Ben Dalton, Superintendent, Garfield County School District

Kerry Anderson Chosen for Circle of Fame Award

PHS Sports Sidelines by maCk oetting

Bob Cats Win Region 20 Tournament in Cedar City

Wins follow some really hard-fought battles The Cats started off the tournament against Escalante, who had won a play in game against the Milford Tigers.

The Bob Cats had a rather easy time with the Moquis, taking them out 83 to 36. Jace Eyre, led 3 Bob Cats in double figures with 18pts and Dason Houston and Trey Barney ended up with 16 each. Trey had 10 assists and 6 steals for the evening. Nine of the Bob Cats were in the scoring columns.

Against the Piute Thunderbirds it was anything but easy. The Birds led by 7 at the end of the 3rd quarter and everything that they threw up seemed to go in. But the 4th quarter all belonged to the Cats and they out scored Piute 16 to 4, to get a very hard fought victory 50 to 42.

Jace Eyre and Trey Barney did most of the damage by scoring 37 of the Cats 50 pts.

Jace had 19 and Trey finished with 18. Again the Cats really tough defense propelled them

into the finals with Diamond Ranch.

The game that was witnessed by a full house was a real barn burner. Diamond Ranch has so much talent and big kids that you wouldn’t think anyone had a chance against them. However Panguitch has the coaching and in my lowly opinion the best 5 man team that I have seen in my many years as a fan. Everyone contributed to this victory, with a defense that shut out their 6’8’ player till the end of the game. Trey Barney fronted this giant of a player and intercepted many of the passes that were lobbed in to him. Parker Palmer and Eon Anderson both had 3-3 pointers and Parker ended up with 15 points. The Cats built up an 18 point lead with only 3 minutes to play, when Trey Barney fouled out. The Diamond Back came out with a furious full court press and behind the scoring of Bowen

Sykes (their tall man) they cut the lead to 6 points, with 36 seconds left. DRA was forced to foul and behind the clutch free throw shooting of Dason Houston and Jace Eyre the Cats held on to a very hard fought win, 63 to 55. Jace Eyre finished up the game with 18 points and had many blocked shots. Now it’s off to the State Tournament in Richfield. Look for many of the Region 20 teams to be there near the finish.

Trey Barney and Jace Eyre were selected to the all Region Team, (all of the starters should have been on the team) Ion Anderson, Dason Houston and Parker Palmer all made the Region 20 Academic Team.

I forgot last week that Breanne Bremner made the Girls All State Academic Team.

SALT LAKE CITY Come this fall, Utah teachers will be able to implement health science learning into core curriculum thanks to a partnership between the Utah STEM Action Center and Intermountain Healthcare.

Intermountain recently made a $200,000 donation to the STEM Action Center.

As a result of this contribution, the STEM Action Center will bring Utah teachers and experts from Intermountain together this summer to develop learning modules around healthcare, medicine, nutrition, outdoor recreation and sports science, all of which will align with Common Core standards.

The learning modules will take health back to its fundamentals, allowing teachers to incorporate the subject mat-

ter into Core math and science concepts. Modules will also include examples of hands-on activities and healthcare career opportunities.

“As a not-for-profit healthcare system, Intermountain’s priority is to improve health in the communities we serve,” said Mikelle Moore, vice president of community benefit for Intermountain Healthcare. “We are grateful to assist the Utah STEM Action Center to meet their goals to grow STEM awareness throughout the state of Utah.”

Once the modules have been developed this summer, they will be made available to teachers for the upcoming school year. The STEM Action Center and Intermountain will help to promote these learning modules through hands-on activities, field trips

and various other measures to ensure they become available to students statewide.

“We are excited to work with Intermountain Healthcare to help students and teachers see that STEM is a part of healthcare and medicine,” said Dr. Tamara Goetz, Utah STEM Action Center executive director. “We also want them to see where STEM intersects with a healthy lifestyle and connects with how they live and how they have fun. This can include nutrition, sports and outdoor recreation. Ultimately, we want them to translate these learning experiences to the diverse and exciting career options that exist within the world of healthcare.”

— Utah Governor’s Office of Economic Development

STEM Action Center Partners with Intermountain Healthcare to Expand Health Science Learning

LOA- Kerry Anderson of Loa,UT was chosen and inducted into the Utah High School Activities Association Circle of Fame on Sat. Feb. 13th at the State Wrestling Tournament at Utah Valley University in Orem. The award was presented at the packed arena. The crowd gave a standing ovation in response. The following is an excerpt from the induction ceremony.

"Time spent in sports cannot be deducted from a man's life", admonishes the recipient of the Circle of Fame award. Mr. Kerry Anderson, longtime educator in the Wayne School District goes on to say, "High school activities are the other half of education. They teach you how to stick with something when times get tough. They teach you respect for not only teammates and opponents, but also for coaches, officials and parents. I truly enjoy working with young people and seeing them develop their talents and achieve their goals."

Coach Anderson was inducted into the Utah Wrestling Coaches Hall of Fame in 2002, and the National Wrestling Hall of Fame in 2003.

—Shrrrie Anderson

Artists-in-Residence Cont'd from page 1

spring, 2016.

Many artists from across the nation applied for residencies, and the following artists were chosen on the basis of artistic merit and public outreach proposals: Arvel Bird, a local Southern Paiute musician currently based in Nashville, Tennessee, and writer Rebecca Worby of Brooklyn, N.Y. “This program provides an opportunity for learning and dialogue about the value of public lands. As we share the artists’ work with our surrounding communities, we

hope to promote an appreciation of our local landscapes while raising awareness of its unique and fragile nature,” explained Cindy Staszak, GSENM manager.”

The winning artists receive housing, an expense stipend, and studio space. The collaborative multi-media audiovisual production resulting from their work will be donated to the Bureau of Land Management, shown in all four GSENM visitor centers and may be available for sale in visitor center bookstores that support and fund education, research, interpretation, and visitor services for GSENM. The Artist in

Residence Program promotes awareness of the exceptional places protected within the BLM’s National Landscape Conservation System, which includes some National Monuments, National Wild and Scenic Rivers, designated wilderness and wilderness study areas. The Grand Staircase-Escalante National Monument is celebrating its 20th Anniversary of Learning from the Land; for this and other 20th Anniversary events or more information, go to: http://www.blm.gov/ut/st/en/ fo/grand_staircase-escalante. html —BLM

Bryce Valley High School News

by ViCki D. SyRett Our boys played a hard game and lost by one point to Parowan at the Region tournament in Cedar City. They went on to play Valley and won and then they played Wayne HS on Saturday and won that game also. They will have a playoff game on Tuesday to determine their fate. We send all our love and support their way and wish them well.

We want to especially thank Rod Syrett, David Tebbs, Mike Ahlstrom, and Rance Savage who work so hard on getting the basketball games, both boys and girls, on the air for us to see. It is especially good for those who cannot go out to be able to tune into the KTLA, channel 63, to watch them play or to listen and watch on the Internet by KSL. We wish them all good luck at State this year which will be held up in Richfield at the Sevier Center.

The State Tournament will be held in Richfield from March 2nd through the 5th. Wishing our boys good luck.

March 7, 8, and 9 will be the Future Business Leaders of America meetings held up at the Davis County Convention Center.

March 10-11 will be the Region Speech/Debate at Piute High School in Junction.

March 15th is the end of the term.

WAYNE HIGH SCHOOL

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Wills, Trusts, and More

tHe lAuGhiNg pOiNt!!

Missing

How do I Discuss Estate Planning With my Family and Loved Ones

Dog

by JeffeRy J. mCkenna Throughout my twenty years as an estate planning attorney, I have experienced the effects of the above question. Too often, the problem has been that estate planning has not been discussed. I always advise my clients to let their family members know that they have done estate planning and where the documents are located. I encourage more discussion; but, at a minimum, family members must know that planning has been done.

Estate planning is a very personal and private matter.

As a result, many children and grandchildren are not aware of estate issues or the personal wishes of their parents and grandparents until it is too late to plan. Parents and grandparents are often reluctant to discuss such issues.

Perhaps the best way to start the discussion with a parent is to ask questions such as, "Have you done any estate planning?" or "Are there any estate decisions that I need to be aware of?" Another alternative would be to ask your parents for advice on your own estate plan. This may lead to a discussion of their own plans. The questions do not have to initially focus on

financial issues or on what individual beneficiaries will receive. Instead, the questions should focus on understanding the overall wishes of a parent and how you can help.

A parent may not want to discuss issues relating to death; however, by waiting, the discussion may never occur. They could die without you knowing whether they have estate planning documents, where they are located, wishes pertaining to their illness, and final services. You should also remember that a discussion of your parents’ estate planning needs may affect your own estate planning, and you may need to consider revising your own strategies.

Conversely, if you are the parents, you may be uncomfortable talking about your own death. Or you may feel that your children would be uncomfortable speaking of your death. But by taking the time now to plan your estate, and to make your wishes known to your loved ones, you may experience a sense of security. You will have peace of mind knowing you'll be able to financially provide for your loved ones after you're gone, and you can rest at ease that you were able to discuss your

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

wishes with those who may need to know, but are reluctant to ask.

Now with a Panguitch Office at 35 East Center Street to Serve Clients in and around Garfield County Jeffery J. McKenna is a local attorney whose practice has been focused on Estate Planning for 20 years. He is licensed and serves clients in Utah, Arizona and Nevada. He is a shareholder at the law firm of Barney, McKenna and Olmstead. If you have questions you would like addressed in these articles, you can contact him at 435 628-1711 or jmckenna@barney-mckenna.com or visit the firm’s website at WWW.BARNEY-MCKENNA. COM

One overcast evening I passed the principal of our local high school who was out looking for his missing dog, a Collie and real Lassie lookalike.

He told me the dog often ran away, so he had put a metal tag on its collar asking that anyone finding the dog send it home in a taxi.

A few days later I again met the principal, and he told me that as he was trudging home during a downpour that night, his snug and dry dog had passed him in a taxi.

Grocery Shopping

While at the supermarket this weekend, I came across two women talking in the aisle I was going down.

"Harry and I have been together ten years now and he makes me very happy," one said. "So I don't mind buying him what he likes even if it is a little more expensive."

"Well, with my Benny I have no choice. He's just plain fussy," her friend replied.

As I passed by their carts I discovered both women were loading their shopping carts with high-quality cat food.

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

Escalante Senior Citizens Menu Tues.

Mar. 8th

Spaghetti, bread sticks, salad bar, corn, mandarine oranges, brownies

Wed. Mar. 9th

Sloppy joes, macaroni salad, three bean salad, potato chips, fruit cocktail, carrot cake

Thurs.

Mar. 10th

Cheeseburger soup, crackers, salad bar, pineapple, sweet rolls

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All meals are served with milk or juice.

If you would like a meal, please call us by 10:00am. 826-4317 Suggested donation for seniors over 60 $3.00, and under 60 is $7.00

Answers for this week

Memory Lane

An old couple who had been married for fifty years decided to take a second honeymoon. They went to the same town, rented the same room, ate in the same restaurant and then got ready for bed. The husband noticed that his wife took a pill one hour before bed.

When he asked why she did so his wife replied that it was to make her feel younger.

The husband greedily swallowed the rest of the pills. In the morning, the wife noticed that her husband was not in the room. She went to the lobby and then out in the street, where she found him sitting on the pavement. When she asked what he was doing, he replied, "Waiting for the school bus."

Hmmm

Not only am I a master of suspense, but I

Buying a TV

I had just about decided to buy the television set whose attributes the young salesman had been extolling. He concluded by saying it carried only a one-year warranty but that I could buy a five-year warranty at an additional cost.

I won't buy anything that doesn't carry at least a fiveyear warranty and so turned to leave.

The salesman asked me to please stay while he consulted with his boss. "By the way," he continued, "may I ask how old you are?"

"Eighty-three," I replied.

He returned a moment later smiling. "We'll give you a lifetime warranty."

Flight Time

A businessman whose duties entailed frequent traveling by air was telling his mother about his Concorde flight from London to New York, which had taken only about three hours.

"For that much money," his mother said, "they should have let you ride a little longer."

AG MARKET NEWS Salt Lake City, Utah February 17, 2016 USDA-Utah Dept of Ag Market News Producers Livestock Auction, Salina, Utah Tuesday February 16, 2016 Receipts: 979. Last Week: 1171. Last Year: 341. Feeder Steers and Feeder Heifers: steady to slightly lower; Holstein Steers: no test. Slaughter Cows: steady to slightly higher.

Slaughter Bulls: steady.

Feeder Steers: Medium and Large Frame 2; 200-250 lbs scarce; 250-300 lbs Pkg 222.50; 300-350 lbs 210.00-214.00; 350-400 lbs pkg 220.00; 400-450 lb 202.50-210.50; 450-500 lbs pkg 192.50; 500-550 lbs 177.50-190.00; 550-600 lbs 160.00167.50; 600-650 lbs 143.00-166.00; 650-700 lbs 139.00146.00;700-750 lbs 136.00-144.50; 750-800 lbs 136.00-141.50; 800-850 lbs 130.00-137.00; 850-900 lbs 130.00-134.00; 900950 lbs 125.00-130.50; 950-1000 lbs pkg 125.00.

Holstein Steers: Large Frame 3: Bull Calves: scarce; 200300 lbs scarce; 300-500 lbs scarce; 500-700 lbs pkg 106.00; 700-900 lbs scarce; 900-1000 lbs scarce.

Feeder Heifers: Medium and Large Frame 1-2: 200250 lbs pkg 212.50; 250-300 lbs scarce; 300-350 lbs pkg 207.50; 350-400 lbs pkg 202.50; 400-450 Lbs 192.50-204.00; 450-500 lbs 177.00-183.00; 500-550 lbs 150.00-168.50; 550600 lbs 150.00-160.00; 600-650 lbs 142.50-149.00; 650-700 lbs 130.00-138.00; 700-750 lbs 127.50-138.00; 750-800 lbs 128.00-137.50; 800-850 lbspkg 1238.00; 850-900 lbs pkg 123.00; 900-950 lbs 120.00-127.00; 950-1000 lbs 120.00125.00; Heiferettes: 61.00-115.00.

Stock Cows: scarce.

Slaughter Cows: Boning 80-90% Lean: 55.50-68.75, high dressing to 69.00; Breaking 75-80 Lean: 62.00-71.25, high dressing to 73.50; Commercial:scarce; Cutter 85-90% Lean: 42.00-51.00.

Slaughter Bulls: Yield Grade: 1000-1500 lbs scarce; 15002000 lbs 88.00- 92.25; Yield Grade 2: 1000-1500 lbs scarce; 1500-2000 lbs 83.00-90.50. Feeder Bulls: 700-1400 lbs scarce.

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

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George Masiel Jolley

ANTIMONY - George Maisiel Jolley, 89, of Antimony, Utah, passed away February 22, 2016 in Panguitch, Utah. He was born May 2, 1926, in Panguitch, Utah, to Masiel and Mary Whitehead Jolley. He married Leda Gwen Allen, they were later divorced. He married Bernice Renee Osborn, December 5, 1981 in Antimony. The marriage was solemnized in the St. George LDS Temple.

George was a veteran of the U.S. Navy serving in the Pacific Theater WW II. He graduated with a masters degree in teaching. George was an educator where he taught elementary, high school and college students. He loved outdoors, especially hunting, fishing and being in the mountains with his family.

George ran cattle on the Monroe Mountain and always had a large garden every year. He also served in may civic positions.

George was an ordinance worker in the St. George Temple for over 20 years.

He is survived by his wife, Bernice Jolley, Antimony; children: Gloria (Kirk) Evans, Logandale, NV; Lanita (Jim) Tullis, New Castle; Sharon Stewart, CA: Marlene (Dan) Winget, Monroe; Brian Jolley, Joseph; Julie Johnson, Hurricane; 47 grandchildren; 8 great-grandchildren; siblings: Ted Jolley, Pattie (LaMaun) Sorensen, Jill Anderson, Renee (Phil) Petersen, Mona (DeVon) Anderson, Eva (Ralph) Bassett, Shirley VanAusdal, Tamara (Steve) Kimball.

Preceded in death by parents; son, Robert Jolley; grandson, Matthew Lyon; great-granddaughter, Morgan Lyon; siblings: Corrine (Don) Applegate, Kay (Jean) Jolley; sister-in-law, Karma Jolley; brothers-in-law: Gary Romine, John Van Ausdal.

Funeral services will be held on Saturday, February 27, 2016 at 11:00 a.m. in the Antimony LDS Ward Chapel. Friends may call at the Magleby Mortuary on Friday from 6 to 8 p.m and at the ward chapel in Antimony on Saturday from 9:30 to 10:30 a.m. Burial will be in the Antimony Cemetery with military rites by the VFW Piute Post #7561 and Honor Guard. Funeral Directors, Magleby Mortuary Richfield, Salina and Manti.

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Beatrice M. Ramos

PANGUITCH - Our beloved Mother, Nana, Great Nana, Great-Great Nana, Sister and Aunt, Beatrice M. Ramos age 91, passed away Feb. 27, 2016 peacefully in her home from complications of kidney failure. She was born June 12, 1924 in Bakersfield, CA. to Pete Miranda and Elena Ortiz. She married Bob Ramos on March 10, 1970.

She loved to visit with all her family from California, Arizona and Nevada, wherever her family may be. Traveling was a favorite of hers if on trips we would get lost she would always have a pleasant attitude, “We are not lost we are on a new adventure.” Was her motto. She also enjoyed listening to all the talented family members singing and playing songs to her.

She loved her television shows and her afternoon siestas. She was well known in Panguitch for her homemade tortillas and burritos that she would take to the Color Country Motel where she worked in the laundry department and also as gifts to her friends and neighbors. We all have our own memories of this beautiful warm hearted women that will cherish and carry with us throughout our lives. She is loved dearly by all who have met her and will be truly missed.

She is survived by her children: Artie (Gayle) Ramos of Lancaster, CA. Billy (Connie) Ramos of Ft. Mojave, AZ. Helen (Tom) Sims of Rancho Cordova, CA. Margaret (Joe) Decker of Panguitch UT. Rocky (Isabella) Ramos of Palmdale CA. And Elizabeth (Gene) Ramos of Paso Robles CA. 30 grandchildren, 71 great-grandchildren, 34 great-great-grandchildren. And her sister Carmen Escamilla.

She is preceded in death by her parents, her husband, 4 brothers, Peter, Joseph, Phillip, and Robert. 5 sisters, Angela, Jeamina, Catherine, Maxie and Aelena her daughter Julia Ojeda.

3 grandchildren Christy Talbert, Little Will Ojeda, and Vanessa Guerra. One great-grandson Nicholas Decker. And one greatgreat-grandson Christopher Luiz Decker.

Graveside services will be held Saturday March 5, 2016 at 12:30pm at the Panguitch Cemetery. Friends may go to the viewing at 11:00am to 12:00am at the St. Gertrude Catholic Church in Panguitch prior to the graveside service. Arrangements were made with Mosdell Mortaury Kanab, Utah.

March 3, 2016

by Mack Oetting ~ mackoetting @gmail.com Most of Panguitch was over to the ballgame in Cedar City Saturday night and sports have been the main excitement here in town, for the winter.

What are we going to do to get our heart pumping for the next little bit? The seasons are way too short for us coach potatoes, but I bet the kids are happy to see the seasons to come to a close, it takes a lot of work to be that good.

A good outing for your family that I didn’t even think about is taking a trip 60 miles south to the Best Friends Animal Shelter. Best Friends has now been putting on tours of the park . There is a great picnic area there, that is put back into the pink cliff area and it is beautiful. If you would like to take a tour, they have buses that will take you around to the different areas. They have all kinds of animals that are up for adoption and each area allows the animals to roam around; cats, dogs, donkeys, birds, rabbits, pot belly pigs, just to name a few.

A lot of people choose to spend their vacations there, helping take care of the animals. They are always looking for volunteers to help walk the different pets. During my term on the City Council I spent 3 years walking dogs one day a week there, great exercise, walking for 6 hours.

They really spoil the animals, when summer comes around and the sand gets too hot for the dogs they stop the exercising of the pets. During that 3 years time they took almost 200 animals out of Panguitch and I was able to take 3 or 4 cats down with me each time, to have them spayed or neutered free of charge. Most of the time, Best Friends would even pick up the animals for us. About the spoiling, each animal has its own diet, when they get old and lose their teeth there is a soft diet for them.

Each animal when it arrives is given a name and are spayed or neutered, before they are put up for adoptions.

They also have a cemetery there and you can spend hours there reading the head stones.

At the dog octagons, there is a pie shaped cage that extend out about 100 yards.

On the inside of the octagon the animals can come in out of the heat in the summer and the cold in the winter. They keep 4 to 7 dogs in each on of the cages, so they can have company and some one to play with. The cat cages are really something, each cat has its own bed and scratch pad, and I think that’s where I am going when I get old.

Best Friends was founded thirty years ago and has a goal and that is to save them all. If you are in the market for a pet, instead of going to a puppy mill, give Best Friends a call, they have over 1,400 adoptable animals there.

Gas prices last week took a huge drop throughout Utah.

The average price of gas in Utah has sunk down to $1.78.

This still leaves Utah in 34th place, Oklahoma lowest at $1.29 and the highest is California at $2.43. Sam’s Club in SLC is at $1.55 and Richfield and Cedar City have dropped their prices down to $1.85.

St. George has the lowest and highest prices around. COSTCO mid grade was at $1.85 two weeks ago and St. George also has the highest prices at the two stations at River Road and St. George Blvd. @ $2.58.

COSTCO pumps between 20 and 30,000 gallons of gas a day. What is weird is that they get two tankers in each day and they come from the Shell refinery in California, who has the highest gas in the nation.

There is a lot of flu going around, so be careful who you kiss. The schools are really being hit hard and many of the teachers are getting it also.

Speaking of schools, I was asked to say a little more about the school board positions that are open. The School Board positions are non partisan and you only need to apply for the openings. These positions are for 4 years. You can do that at Camille Moore’s office, at the County Building.

I believe there is a filing fee that goes with this position.

Escalante has one of the openings and both of Panguitch positions are open. Panguitch’s districts are split right down the middle of highway 89. I believe that you only have till March 17th to apply. If there are more than two candidates for the positions there will be a primary in June to determine which two candidates will be on the November ballot.

One other position is open and that is for County Commissioner, this is a partisan position. It has been traditional to have the Commissioner come from either Bryce Valley, Panguitch or Escalante, however this is not necessary and anyone in the county can run for these spots.

Always before these partisan positions throughout the State were chosen at the various Caucuses. But because of the My Vote Counts petition, that

went around last year, the Republican party came up with a compromise and you can still be chosen at the Caucuses, however you can also gather enough signatures that can also qualify you to get on the ballot. I believe the signatures you need are about 10% of the qualified voters in the County.

Most of the two year State Congressional seats are open, as is our State Senator’s

position. Most of the local state politicians that you don’t know will be around looking for your vote. I know that is only March and I hate to wish my life away but I can’t wait till November and get the general election over with.

Get involved, you can really make a difference, believe me.

Mack O.

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by Vicki D. Syrett 679-8687 or vickidiane36@hotmail.com

The girls' dance class is trying to go to competition.

They are doing a fundraiser.

Krispy Creme donuts $10 for glazed dozen. Or $12 for special filled dozen. (Choc iced, lemon filled, raspberry filled or Kreme filled). Let me know if you would like some. Ordering deadline is March 7th.

There will be many little girls selling donuts until March 7th. Thank you for your kind support! Janice Twitchell A campaign is underway to restore the Tropic Town Scout House. Built in 1936 the structure is a historic icon and over the years has deteriorated; the once sturdy structure is worth saving. A call has been issued for volunteers to help in this project. Those familiar with construction, carpentry, electrical, plumbing work and everyone in between are invited to share their ideas, talents and skills. Mr. Kelly Shakespear has volunteered to spearhead the project. For additional information, please contact Kelly at 436-6798583. Financial contributions are also welcomed.

Duztin Sorenson is out of surgery. It went smoothly and faster than anticipated.

Dr. Miles is confident that she was able to remove the entire tumor. He is now home and resting and everyone is relieved that he is doing so well. You are in our hearts and prayers Duztin so get well soon. Sarah and the family are grateful for all the love and prayers on Duztin's behalf. Recovery day 1: Pain has been much more manageable than expected! 7 more days of boring for Duztin having to sit around. The bone is still very fragile until it accepts the bone cement that was put in place where the tumor/marrow was. Just keep on getting better and soon you will be up and around...good as new we hope.

Years ago, a dear friend of had recently lost her husband in a tragic motorcycle accident. She was left with 2 grown sons, both living out of state; a son and daughter on missions for their church; as well as two sons still to care for at home, one still young, and one who has severe autism. Many invaluable lessons were trite to me by my friend and her sweet family, but one I'd like to share today is this: if you're able/willing to help, more than saying, "What can I do to help?"

Or "let me know if you need anything?" Maybe do this: 1) Listen. Maybe as you listen to the person you will hear from them what they are burdened with, what makes them nervous, what they feel overwhelmed about. And then you can offer to help with those things! Mowing the lawn, home repairs/maintenance, in the case of my friend, things that her husband previously

Cajun Syrett, "Mr. Dixie." would've been the one to do...

2) Be specific. Offering to help ia good, but maybe the person you are offering help to is unsure of what you could do to help. Follow up your offer to help with what some of the things you'd be willing/able to do are. Meals, tending, help with children's schoolwork, housework, yard work, etc.

The list could go on and on!!

So many things have been done to help relieve our family of some of the burdens we've had to carry as we've gone through trials. Some services were simple, some were not, all were truly appreciated!

Also, remember that someone doesn't have to be going through something 'major', like terminal cancer, for you to help. Maybe you hear that the mom's had a bad cold, or a mom/dad is sitting alone at church with some rowdy children - don't judge, go sit by them and help out! If you look for ways and opportunities to help others, you will find they are all over! (this article is taken from an article shared by Logann Eagar....This article 'hit the nail on the head'. So grateful for all those who bless my children, and in so doing, bless me!)

Congratulations to Kaleb McInelly and Kelsey Matthews on their engagement.

They plan on getting married on April 8th and we are sure happy for them. Kaleb and Kelsey we wish you the very

CouRteSy ViCki SyRett

Lexie. Steven Littlefield has been working at Brian Head so he came over for the celebration. Britnee's sister, Megan Haydorn along with Sharlene, Marion and Catherine, also attended. Congratulations Britnee on your birthday.

Emilee Courtright we have you in our thoughts and know that whatever you find out at the doctor's will carry you through. Hoping it is good news and that you can work on track this year. We are pulling for you. Good luck young lady. You are a super athlete and good sport.

Brandon Jones, son of William and Jessyca Jones of Henrieville, and Dawson Shakespear, son of Travis and Emily Shakespear also of Henrieville, have achieved the office of Priest in the Aaronic Priesthood. Congratulations to you boys.

We send our condolences out to Shauna Mortensen and her family on the passing of Beverly Gailey.

Bonnie Willis is now in the Long Term Care Center and is hoping some friends and/or neighbors will drop in to say hi once in awhile. We wish her a healthier time.

Sandy Johnson and the Lifferth family have been having a big reunion up at Ruby's Inn. They always have a great time up there and love being together. All of Sandy's kids were able to come and be a part this year. The Henrieville Ward loves it when they come

best life has to offer. Be happy and always love each other.

Cajun Syrett, son of Bryce and Cherish Syrett, has been chosen as "Mr. Dixie" at Dixie State in St. George. He was chosen out of eleven contenders and received a standing ovation when his name was announced.

His talent was to perform what his family calls the "Single Lady Dance" to the song, "Put A Ring On My Finger". He has done this dance before and does it well. He will go to State to perform and compete for the state title. Cajun is also the grandson of Rod and Kathern Syrett of Bryce Canyon City and Mike and Margaret Tebbs of Panguitch. Congratulations to you, Cajun.

A Happy 16th Birthday celebration was given on Feb. 22nd, for BritCouRteSy ViCki SyRett nee Littlefield, Britnee Littlefield, sweet sixteen! daughter of Sharlene Littlefield and granddaughter of because it doubles their attenMarion and Catherine Little- dance in church.

The weather has been so field. It was a festive occasion nice and warm that it is hard and everyone had a great time. to remember that it is still supAttending was Wally and Lyposed to be winter.

I hope you nette Orton who brought a cute are enjoying it and that you cake for the party. Also there will have a safe week.

Please were Brett and Tracy Chyncall or email your news to me. oweth with grandson Weston, Thanks VS Zack Chynoweth and his friend

H. Dudley Brian 1937 - 2016

LOA - Our kind and beloved husband, father, grandfather, great-grandfather and brother, Henry Dudley Brian, age 78, died February 24, 2016 at his home in Loa. He was born December 10, 1937 in Loa, a son of Reed Bastian and Marjorie White Brian. He grew up in Loa and learned the value of hard work.

Being the oldest son, he learned at a young age the responsibility of taking care of things at home, plus keeping up with his school work, while his father was at the sheep herd. He graduated from Wayne High School, Class of 1956.

He married his eternal companion, Beverly Brown February 7, 1958 in the Manti LDS Temple. They just celebrated their 58th Wedding Anniversary.

After their marriage, Dudley and Beverly lived in Salt Lake City for a while, but his heart was in Wayne County and he wanted to farm. Uncle Dolan Brian offered him the opportunity to return home to Wayne County and live his dream when he sold him the ranch south of Loa. He loved the ranch and always kept it neat and orderly. He farmed it for over 43 years.

Dudley served his country in the Utah National Guard for 6 years.

Dudley served as President of the Seven Mile Grazers Association and President of the Wayne County Farm Bureau as well as President of the Fremont Irrigation Company. He was active in many other organizations throughout the county. He served many of these positions at the same time.

He was an active member of the LDS Church, serving in the Loa Ward Sunday School Presidency and the Loa Utah Stake Sunday School Presidency, as well as Loa Ward Executive Secretary, Elders Quorum President and on the Loa Utah Stake High Council. He was an ordinance worker at the Manti Temple. He and Beverly served a service mission at the John Johnson Home and Farm in Ohio.

Dudley loved riding horses on the mountains, dancing with his lovely wife, and driving fast.

He is survived by his wife of Loa; children: Durran and Teresa Brian of Loa; Suzette and Travis Bradshaw of Beaver; 14 grandchildren; 17 great-grandchildren; sisters and brothers: Julia Sorenson of Axtel; Emily Lee of Boulder City, Nevada; Stanley and Lois Brian, Robert and Edra Brian; Harry and Dawna Rae Brian, Pamela and Russell Peterson; Debbie and Bobbie Edwards, all of Loa; Sheila and Sherrill Torgerson of Lyman; Michele and Dale Coates of Aurora.

He was preceded in death by his parents, Reed and Marjorie Brian; an infant brother, Reed Brian, Jr; brothers-in-law: Elwood Sorenson and David Lee; and a son-in-law: Dennis Durfey.

Funeral services will be held Wednesday, March 2, 2016 at 1:00 P.M. in the Loa LDS Stake Center, where friends may call for viewing Wednesday morning from 10:00 to 12:30 prior to the services.

Burial with military honors accorded by the Harold Brown American Legion Post #92 and the Utah Honor Guard will be in the Loa Cemetery under the care of the Springer Turner Funeral Home of Richfield and Salina, Utah.

On line guest book at: www.springerturner.com

BRYCE VALLEY AREA Senior Lunches at the HENRIEVILLE Senior Center TUES Mar. 8th WED Mar. 9th THURS Mar.10th

BBQ ribs, baked potatoes, carrot salad, peaches, lemon pudding Roast beef, potatoes & gravy, corn, apples, pineapple muffin Hot turkey sand. potatoes & gravy, corn, pineapple w/cottage cheese, peach cobbler

Call by 10:00 A.M. if you want a lunch or need a ride. 679-8666 All meals are served with milk & bread Suggested donation is $3 for seniors and $7 for those under 60 years of age.

Warmth, Loving Care & Personal Attention Our skilled long term care facility has a hometown atmosphere. It provides true peace of mind in a comfortable and secure facility.

Garfield Memorial Hospital Care Facility 435.676.8811

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LEGAL NOTICES

PUBLIC NOTICE The Utah School and Institutional Trust Lands Administration has received an application to remove ordinary sand and gravel from the following described land: WAYNE COUNTY Township 29 South, Range 4 East SLB&M, Section 15: N2NE4, SW4NE4 Containing 120.0 acres, more or less The Administration will accept competing applications to remove the sand and gravel, and also competing applications to lease, purchase, or exchange this property, a portion thereof, or a parcel including any of the above described acreage. Contact Andy Bedingfield for the appropriate required application.

The Administration will accept competing applications during the following period of time: From 8:00 A.M. February 16, 2016 Until 5:00 P.M. March 16, 2016 TRUST LANDS ADMINISTRATION 675 East 500 South, Suite 500 Salt Lake City, Utah 84102 801-538-5100 In the absence of competing applications for lease, purchase, or exchange, the Administration will evaluate the applications for the removal of ordinary sand and gravel and award the permit for such removal. Each application for the removal of sand and gravel must be accompanied by a completed application form.

Materials permit bids will be evaluated on the following criteria: 1) The amount of the bonus bid; 2) The amount, rate, and type of the proposed materials extraction and associated minimum royalty*; and, 3) Other requirements provided for by the rules of the Administration or contained in this notice. The successful applicant will be required to pay advertising costs and the costs of a cultural resource study if necessary. The successful applicant will be required to rehabilitate any areas disturbed during the permit period and areas with existing disturbance. Bonding for reclamation and performance will also be required by the Administration. A term of up to five (5) years, will be considered for this Permit. Applicant must be qualified to do business in the State of Utah. Please submit sealed application to Trust Lands Administration at the above referenced address. Reference MP # 565 The Administration reserves the right to reject any application or subsequent bids. *Minimum royalties vary by commodity Contact Mr. Andy Bedingfield for details Published in The Wayne and Garfield County Insider on FEBRUARY 25 and MARCH 3, 2016

Notice of Public Meetings As a result of ongoing solid waste disposal needs and declining capacity at the Johns Valley Landfill, Garfield County will be forced to construct a new disposal unit and replace significant pieces of equipment. Unfortunately, the County will no longer be able to provide solid waste collection and disposal services at no charge. County residents and businesses are invited to attend a public meeting to discuss institution of a landfill disposal fee to finance the County’s solid waste needs. Meetings will be held at the times and locations listed below: Monday, February 22nd Monday, February 29th Monday, March 7th

6:00 pm 6:00 pm 6:00 pm

Escalante City Office Tropic Heritage Center Garfield County Courthouse, Panguitch

If special accommodations are needed please contact the Garfield County Clerk’s office at (435) 676-1100

Published in The Wayne and Garfield County Insider on FEBRUARY 11, 18 & 25 and MARCH 3, 2016 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 23, 2016. Please visit http://waterrights.utah.gov or call (801)-538-7240 for additional information.

NEW APPLICATION(S) 97-2404 (A80536): W. David and Suzanne Conine propose(s) using 1.45 ac-ft. from groundwater (4 miles SE of Boulder Town) for IRRIGATION; DOMESTIC. Kent L. Jones, P.E. STATE ENGINEER Published in The Wayne and Garfield County Insider on FEBRUARY 25 and MARCH 3, 2016

PUBLIC HEARING PANGUITCH CITY Panguitch City will hold a Public Hearing on March 8, 2016; at 7:00 p.m. to discuss a proposal to open the Swimming Pool Capital Project Fund and rescinding Ordinance 2014-5. This will allow funds to be used for other capital projects. The Public Hearing will be held during a regularly scheduled City Council Meeting at the Panguitch City Office; 25 South 200 East in the library conference room.

Published in The Wayne and Garfield County Insider on FEBRUARY 25 and MARCH 3, 2016

PUBLIC NOTICE NOTICE OF TOURISM SIGN PROGRAM Notice to the Public is given that the Utah Department of Transportation (UDOT) has selected Utah Logos, Inc. to administer Utah’s new Tourist-Oriented Directional Sign (TODS) Program along rural state highways pursuant to the provisions in UDOT policy 06C-37. Interested businesses in rural counties offering tourism related or motorist services may get additional information by contacting Utah Logos directly at (801) 263-2263.

Published in The Wayne and Garfield County Insider on MARCH 3, 2016

NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING GARFIELD COUNTY The Garfield County Commission will hold a Public Hearing to accept comments on the proposed institution of a landfill disposal fee to finance the County’s solid waste needs. a landfill fee.

The Public Hearing will be held on Monday, March 14th at 11:45 a.m. in the Commission Chambers of the Garfield County Courthouse.

Published in The Wayne and Garfield County Insider on MARCH 3 & 10, 2016

INVITATION TO BID WAYNE SCHOOL DISTRICT Wayne School District is seeking bids on the demolition of the maintenance shed and pump house at Hanksville Elementary School. The quote should be for tearing the existing structure down and hauling off the building and cement. Please send bids to Wayne School District, PO Box 127, Bicknell, UT 84715.

Write on the outside of the envelope Hanksville demolition bid.

Bids will be accepted until Wednesday, March 16 at 5:00 P.M. Published in The Wayne and Garfield County Insider on MARCH 3 & 10, 2016 NOTICE OF CONSULTANT SERVICES FOR GARFIELD COUNTY Garfield County is seeking the services of a qualified consultant to prepare plans, specifications and a final bid package and perform preliminary engineering services for the improvement of the Hole in the Rock Road in Garfield County.

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 29, 2016. 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.

Dated this 23rd day of February, 2016 Published in The Wayne and Garfield County Insider on MARCH 3, 10, 17 & 24, 2016 NOTICE TO SUPPLIERS GARFIELD COUNTY ROAD DEPARTMENT Separate and sealed bids from licensed suppliers/contractors for the supply of cover material will be received by Garfield County on or before 5:00 p.m. March 22 2016, 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 25 and MARCH 3, 10 & 17, 2016

ANNOUNCEMENT OF APPOINTMENT AND NOTICE TO CREDITORS Estate of Douglas Jay Grundy, Deceased, Probate No. 163600001. Garaldean T. Grundy, whose address is PO Box 142, Loa, UT 84747, has been appointed as Personal Representative of the aboveentitled estate. Creditors of the estate are hereby notified to: (1) deliver or mail their written claims to the Personal Representative at the address above; or (2) deliver or mail their written claims to the Personal Representative's attorney of record at the following address: Law Office of Deborah D. Blackburn, PC, 81 N 200 E, PO Box 750175, Torrey, UT 84775-0175; or (3) file their written claims with the Clerk of the Sixth Judicial District Court in Wayne County, Utah, or otherwise present their claims as required by Utah law, within three (3) months after the date of the first publication of this notice or be forever barred.

Date of first publication: March 3, 2016 /s/ Deborah D. Blackburn, Law Office of Deborah D. Blackburn, PC, PO Box 750175, Torrey, UT 84775, (435) 210-0805, Attorney for Personal Representative.

Published in The Wayne and Garfield County Insider on MARCH 3, 10 & 17, 2016

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Classified Ads

Classified ads start at just $7.50 per week for 25 words or less.

To place your ad, call 435-826-4400 or email snapshot@live.com BUSINESS OPPORTUNITY

HELP WANTED

PANGUITCH DENTAL Dental Assistant Needed Compassionate, hard working, self-motivated. Part time. Experience preferred, but we will train. $10.00/hr (more if trained).

Call – Panguitch Dental at 676-2443.

WAYNE COUNTY SCHOOL DISTRICT Half-day Music Teacher Wayne School District is accepting applications for a halfday music/band teacher. Applicant needs to be able to plan a program of study that is consistent with Utah State core, create and foster a learning environment that is conducive to learning, and show evidence of good communication and team skills. Preference will be given to certificated applicants. This position will remain open until filled.

Applicants must submit a letter of application indicating his/ her interest in the position. A university placement file should be sent to Wayne School District, or, if a placement file is unavailable, a current resume, a university transcript showing all course work, a copy of applicant's teaching certificate, and letters of recommendation should accompany the application letter.

Send application to : Superintendent Burke Torgerson, Wayne School District, PO Box 127, Bicknell, UT 84715.

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GARFIELD COUNTY SCHOOL DISTRICT Escalante Pre-school Part-time Para Educator Garfield County School District is hiring a part-time Para Educator at Escalante Preschool. This position will be up to 16 hours per week.

SALARY: Beginning Para Educator hourly rate according to 2015-2016 Garfield County School District Classified Salary Schedule ($10.55 hourly).

QUALIFICATIONS: Applicants must have at least a High School Diploma, two years college education, or may complete the Para Pro Test. Applicants must be fingerprinted and satisfactorily pass an employment background check. Applicant must work well with children.

APPLICATION: Interested individuals should submit a Garfield County School District classified application.

Please direct questions to Principal Chip Sharpe, 435-8264205, and application packets to: Escalante Elementary School, PO Box 248 50 North 300 East, Escalante, UT 84726 Online application available: www.garfield.k12.ut.us Applications will be screened and the most qualified candidates will be granted interviews.

DEADLINE: Friday, March 11, 2016 at 1:00 pm.

Garfield School District is an equal opportunity employer.

Garfield School District reserves the right to accept or reject any or all applications.

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GARFIELD COUNTY SCHOOL DISTRICT PHS/PMS Full-time Secondary Level III Math/Science Teacher Garfield County School District is hiring a full-time secondary level III math/science teacher for Panguitch High/Middle School for the 2016-2017 school year.

SALARY: Beginning Step and Lane according to the 20162017 Garfield County School District Certified Salary Schedule plus benefits QUALIFICATIONS: Applicants must have a valid Utah Teaching License and a current transcript of credit. All applicants must be fingerprinted and satisfactorily pass an employment background check.

APPLICATION: Interested individuals should submit a Garfield County School District Certified application, resume, three current letters of recommendation, and a transcript.

Please direct questions to Principal Rod Quarnberg, rod. quarnberg@garfk12.org , 435-272-6849, and application packets to: Panguitch High School P.O. Box 393 Panguitch, Utah 84759.

Online applications are available at: http://www.garfield. k12.ut.us/index.php/do/employment Applications will be screened and the most qualified candidates will be granted interviews.

DEADLINE: March 15, 2016 by 5:00 PM Garfield County School District is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Garfield School District reserves the right to accept or reject any or all applications.

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FOR SALE

REAL ESTATE

SERVICES

PROPERTY FOR SALE

Sandcreek RV Park - Torrey, UT

For Sale by Owner. Serious Inquires Only. Call Donna or Duane at 435-425-3577.

ESCALANTE - 3 Bed+, 2 Bath Home on 1 1/4 acres with irrigation. Fenced, room for horses. Single car garage and historic barn. Listed with Keller Williams at $218K. Currently rented & is a great rental property as well. Motivated seller. 435 826-4922 rtn

ESCALANTE - Updated 3 Bed, 2 Bath Home on 1 1/4 acres with irrigation. Fabulous cinder block shop, patio, storage sheds, horse shelter.

Completely fenced, horse corrals, pasture and garden area.

Listed with Keller Williams at $268K. Motivated seller. 435 826-4922 rtn

ESCALANTE - House for sale on 1/2 acre. 3 Bdr. - 2 Bath, 1750 sq.ft. with large 2 car garage and large 24X32 shop. 585 W. 500 S. 435-8264517.

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FREMONT - HOUSE FOR SALE - Reduced price, was $120,000, now $98,900.

734 W. 300 S., Fremont. See KISL.com for details. 801716-9012.

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MEETINGS

RENTALS

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TEASDALE - HOME FOR RENT. Spacious 3 bedroom 1 Bath, home for rent in Teasdale. Hardwood and tile floors. Recently remodeled.

No smoking, No pets. $ 650 plus utilities. For more information call 435.691.0364 3/17

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12 STEP MEETING BICKNELL TOWN HALL AA/Addiction Recovery Wed. @ 7 pm: Step & Tradition Study Sat. @ 7 pm: Open Discussion NAR-ANON MEETINGS for family and friends of addicts Fridays @7pm

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All meetings at 7:00 p.m.

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Cutting Your Medical Bills via Smartphone by nathanieL SiLLin

What if your next doctor's visit could happen by smartphone from anywhere in the world? It could happen sooner than you think.

It's called telemedicine, or telehealth: The use of Internet-connected devices to communicate information about diseases, symptoms and other health data. The Patient Protection and Affordable Care Act (ACA) is driving innovators in healthcare and technology to develop apps and devices that offer greater access to healthcare products and services at a lower cost. In fact, the global telehealth market is expected to grow from $440.6 million in 2013 to $4.5 billion by 2018, according to Colorado-based research firm IHS. How could this affect you? Though apps that measure everything from your daily walk or run to your heart rate are already available, an incredible range of options are coming. Here are some of the current and future product development trends in smartphone and wearable healthcare: Physical activity and vitals tracking. While many major health systems and hospitals allow you to download apps that let you schedule appointments, see lab results and even communicate by email or text with your doctor, such offerings have no diagnostic value… yet. However, the U.S. Food and Drug Administration recently released policy statements on what it calls "mobile medical apps" that will actually allow tracking of vital health data for direct interpretation by trained health professionals.

GPS Medicine. Let's say you need to fill a prescription and you want to know the cheapest place to buy it within a 10-mile radius of your office. Using technology similar to the restaurant, movie and service-finding sites you probably use now, developers are considering similar models for medical supply and service

pricing data that could save you money in real time.

Diagnosis by selfie. Who knew taking a selfie could help improve your health? This new technology allows patients to take a photo of a nonlife-threatening injury or rash using their cell phones (http:// www.wsj.com/articles/thefuture-of-medicine-is-in-yoursmartphone-1420828632).

Then, an algorithm processes the image, evaluates it and texts back the diagnosis. Developers are coming up with sensors to collect symptomand condition-related health data, which could mean that in the future, physicians will have a lot more to work with than a mere photo.

Virtual appointments.

Healthcare legislation is also expected to spur use of handheld devices to create 24/7, real-time communication between patients and practitioners for the cost of a co-pay – or less. In a 2014 report, consulting firm Deloitte said that there would be 100 million health "eVisits" globally, potentially saving over $5 billion in costs compared to those incurred by traditional physician visits.

But before you start downloading this new technology, research the following: • Who made the app and what do the developers really know about my condition?

• What about privacy?

What's in the app's usage agreement and how safe is the payment, prescription or medical data required to use the app?

• What does my primary care doctor or my insurer think about me using this app?

Could using it affect my coverage in any way?

• What does it really cost to use the app and how might it affect data charges on my smartphone or tablet bill?

Bottom line: The ability to manage your healthcare by smartphone is a revolutionary concept. But before you dive in head first, learn as much as you can about the technology and whether your current health professionals and networks support it.

Nathaniel Sillin directs Visa's financial education programs. To follow Practical Money Skills on Twitter: www. twitter.com/PracticalMoney.

March 3, 2016