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Thursday, March 27, 2014 • Issue # 1041
The latest release from Torrey House Press:
Trailblazing, Tire-spinning True Friendship
Introducing Scott Abbott and Sam Rushforth’s “Wild Rides, Wildflowers”
Stephanie Frazier
Sterling Scholar Finalists from Escalante and Bryce Valley High Schools Announced
ST. GEORGE - Eight students from Escalante and Bryce Valley High Schools will be among the 190 students representing seventeen high schools and five school districts competing for awards and honors in the 36th Annual Southwest Utah Sterling Scholar Competition on the Dixie State University campus in St. George on April 3. The awards program is scheduled for 7:00pm in the Cox Auditorium. Following is the list of nominees from Escalante High School by category along with their parents: Makayla Churilla is the nominee in the category of English. She is the daughter of Sara Zorzakis of Escalante. Jacob Christensen is the nominee in the category of Skilled & Technical Science Education. He is the son of Chris and Jennifer Christensen of Escalante. Sarah Gardner is the nominee in the category of General Scholarship. She is the daughter of Kevin and Colene Gardner of Boulder. Hunter Sanchez is the nominee in the category of Visual Arts. He is the son of Brandon and Cindy Sanchez of Boulder. Following is the list of nominees from Bryce Valley High School by category along with their parents: Codi Mangum is the nominee in the category of Agricultural Science. She is the daughter of Tawn and Cami Mangum. Taryn Syrett is the nominee in the category of General Scholarship. He is the son of Bryce and Cherish Syrett. Taylor Talbot is the nominee in the category of music. She is the daughter of Gerald and Shauna Talbot. Carter Mortensen is the nominee in the category of Skilled & Technical Science Education. He is the son of Shawn and Crystal Mortensen. Congratulations to our 2014 Sterling Scholar Nominees from all of our area high schools.
Escalante High School Sterling Scholar Finalists
Makayla Churilla English
Jacob Christensen Skilled/Tech Sciences Educ.
TORREY - University professors and best of friends Scott Abbott and Sam Rushforth have been through a lot together. Relationship woes. Frustrations of aging. Workplace disagreements. Worries about their offspring, their futures, and the future of the beautiful Utah valley they call home. In the midst of it all, the two men regularly take to the Great Western Trail on their bikes, noting the flora and fauna and philosophizing about topics big and small. Now, Abbott and Rushforth have put together an account of their adventures, observations, and conversations called Wild Rides, Wildflowers: Philosophy and Botany with Bikes (Torrey House Press, March 2014). Sam Rushforth is former Dean of the College of Science and Health at Utah Valley University. Under his watch, the university has grown to 33,000 students. He studies aquatic botany and wetland ecology and has published more than one hundred papers and books. He has mentored nearly forty graduate students, who are now working all over the world. He lives in Orem, Utah. Scott Abbott is the author of a book about Freemasonry and the German novel, and of two books
about travel and literature (with Zarko Radakovic): Repetitions and Vampires and A Reasonable Dictionary. He was the jazz critic for the Salt Lake Observer and has translated several works by Austrian writer Peter Handke. He is Professor of Integrated Studies, Philosophy, and Humanities at Utah Valley University. When asked about the role of landscape in the book, he said, “Wild Rides is about exploring the wild country transected by the Great Western Trail. That enormous landscape shaped our thoughts and our feelings and our discussions and often, when we fell, shaped our knees and elbows.” For more information about Wild Rides and Torrey House Press, visit torreyhouse.com. —Torrey House Press
University professors Scott Abbott and Sam Rushforth have written a book of conversations about flora, fauna, family and the ups and downs of their lives— while pedaling through western landscapes.
Bryce Canyon National Park Seeks Public Input on Proposed Change in Rules for Private Horseback Riding Sarah Gardner General Scholarship
Hunter Sanchez Visual Arts
Bryce Valley High School Sterling Scholar Finalists
Codi Mangum Agricultural Science
Taryn Syrett General Scholarship
Taylor Talbot Music
Carter Mortensen Skilled/Tech Sciences Educ.
BRYCE CANYON N.P. Bryce Canyon National Park is proposing changes for users of privately-owned stock on designated horse trails within the park. The proposed changes are intended to ensure the safety of all visitors and to protect park resources. The public will be able to comment on the proposed changes for 30 days beginning March 26, 2014. The changes include a requirement that all horseback riding must be coordinated with the park’s authorized trail-ride concessioner, prior to entering the park. Also the park’s concessioner would be required to provide a guide to accompany all privatelyowned stock riding groups for the duration of their trip over any portion of the eight miles of available park stock trails. Private stock riders would be required to make arrangements for the guide service a minimum of 48 hours in advance of coming to the park. A fee would be charged by the concessioner for this service
and would be based on the number of riders, up to eight riders per guide. The proposed fee schedule is as follows: 1 Rider $100 2 Riders $165 3 Riders $200 4 Riders $235 5 Riders $265 6 Riders $295 7 Riders $320 8 Riders $345 The changes in private horseback riding at the park are being proposed in order to avoid trail conflicts and ensure the safety of all users on the park’s steep, narrow trails. Those trails offer limited space for stock groups to pass. When unfamiliar groups of stock pass each other they can spook. This poses a safety risks to guests on concessioner-guided trail-rides who might be unfamiliar with equestrian techniques and unable to manage their mounts under these situations. Additionally, the park’s natural resources have also been damaged by users traveling off-trail and trail
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treads have been damaged by cutting across switchbacks. As a reminder, the following existing rules remain in effect to assist private stock riders in enjoying their park experience safely: 1. Parking, loading, and unloading must take place in the horse corral/mixing circle area. 2. Stock must never be left unattended. 3. Backcountry trails and campsites are not developed to accommodate stock, therefore, backcountry overnight camping or pack trips on horseback are not available. 4. Horseback riding is limited to designated horse trails only. 5. Horses must stay on designated trails at all times; shortcutting of trails is not permitted; and riding parallel to the trail is not permitted. 6. The park requires the
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Tourism to Bryce Canyon National Park Creates Nearly $109 Million in Economic Benefit
Report shows visitor spending supports 1500 jobs in local economy BRYCE CANYON - A new National Park Service (NPS) report shows that 1,385,352 visitors to Bryce Canyon National Park in 2012 spent $108,946.2 million in communities near the park. That spending supported 1501 jobs in the local area. “Bryce Canyon National Park welcomes visitors from across America and around the world,” said Superintendent Jeff Bradybaugh. “We are delighted to share the cultural stories and natural history of this majestic park and to provide experiences that help our citizens appreciate America’s Great Outdoors. The park and nearby public lands are a great asset, introducing our visitors to a wealth of outstanding recreational opportunities in Garfield and Kane counties and along Scenic Byway 12. National park tourism is a significant driver in the national economy – returning $10 for every $1 invested in the National Park Service - and it’s a substantial, vital contribution to our local economy as well. We appreciate the partnership and support of our neighbors and are pleased to be able to reciprocate by helping to sustain our local communities.” The peer-reviewed visitor spending analysis was
conducted by U.S. Geological Survey economists Catherine Cullinane, Thomas and Christopher Huber and Lynne Koontz for the National Park Service. The report shows $14.7 billion of direct spending by 283 million park visitors in communities within 60 miles of a national park. This spending supported 243,000 jobs nationally, with 201,000 jobs found in these gateway communities, with a cumulative benefit to the U.S. economy of $26.75 billion. According to the report, most visitor spending supports jobs in restaurants, grocery and convenience stores (39 percent), hotels, motels and B&Bs (27 percent), and other amusement and recreation (20 percent). To download the report visit http://www.nature.nps. gov/socialscience/economics. cfm The report includes information for visitor spending at individual parks and by state. To learn more about national parks in Utah and how the National Park Service works with Utah communities to help preserve local history, conserve the environment, and provide outdoor recreation, go to www.nps.gov/UTAH. —National Park Service
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use of certified weed-free feed. Stock must be fed certified weed-free feed a minimum of 48 hours prior to stock coming into the park. 7. All stock must have current Coggins Certification. Rangers will check this certification prior to stock being allowed in the park. Liveries are not available in the immediate area, however visitors may be able to make livery service arrangements by visiting the Garfield County Travel website at www.brycecanyoncountry.com and the Kane County Travel website at www.visitsouthernutah.com Camping with your stock is available on nearby National Forest land. Contact the Dixie National Forest at 435-6769300 for further information. A 30-day period to submit your comments to the park will run from March 26 to
April 24, 2014. Please e-mail your comments to: brca_information@ nps.gov, or mail them to: Program Analyst, Bryce Canyon National Park, P.O. Box 640201, Bryce, Utah 84764 “We appreciate receiving input from the public on these proposed changes and welcome their suggestions. Our motivation is to provide a safe experience and assist all of our visitors as they plan and enjoy their horseback trip in Bryce Canyon”, says Superintendent Jeff Bradybaugh. For questions or further information on park activities, please call the park at 435834-5322 or visit our website at www.nps.gov/brca. —National Park Service
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Avoid Damaging Roads and Trails, and Respect Wildlife - Stay on Dry Routes 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. Already this year tickets have been 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 in 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. —US Forest Service
Report Calls for Increase in Fed Oil Royalty Rates The Onshore Rate Hasn’t Changed Since 1920 SALT LAKE CITY There has been talk recently of possibly lifting the crudeoil export ban, opening up new markets for American oil - and that means more money for Utah. How much more is examined in a report from the Western Values Project, which makes the case that the onshore royalty rate should be boosted to at least match the offshore rate. Western Values Project Director Ross Lane said the royalty rate (a fee paid to the federal government for extracting oil and gas from public lands) is just 12.5 percent a rate set nearly 100 years ago that has not been changed. “The Government Accountability Office released a report that came to pretty much the same conclusion - that the Interior Department has languished in fulfilling its duties of making sure taxpayers get a fair return,” Lane said. The federal royalty charge is split with states about 50-50. The report estimates that if the rate at least matched the offshore charge, which is 18.75 percent, Utah would have seen an additional $66 million in 2012. Raising the royalty rate is unpopular with oil companies, which have warned it would mean lost jobs and higher prices at the pump. Lane pointed out that the U.S. royalty rates are among the lowest in the world; Canada charges up to 45 percent and there are still
plenty of jobs and plenty of oil business for that country. “This is American energy. This is an American resource coming off American lands - publicly-owned lands,” Lane said. “It’s only right that taxpayers see a benefit.” Lane also pointed out that the royalty rate for Utahowned lands is higher than the federal rate - coming in at nearly 17 percent, and Texas receives a 25 percent royalty on gas and oil removed from its state-owned lands. The full report, “The Oil Export Ban and the Taxpayer: Low royalty rate ensures Americans lose,” is available at http://westernvaluesproject. org. —Troy Wilde, Utah News Connection
March 27, 2014
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Traveler’s View: National Park Service Should Look A Gift Horse In The Mouth At Bryce Canyon by Kurt Repanshek National Parks Traveler
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Bryce Canyon officials have a great opportunity to welcome—not drive off—private equestrians. My father-in-law, a Wyoming-bred cowboy who knows a thing or two about riding a horse, would hesitate if told he needed a guide to lead him through Bryce Canyon National Park...and then turn on his booted heel when told that would cost him $100. But that’s what visitors who travel with their horses, or mules, could encounter at the canyon-sculpted national park in southern Utah if Bryce Canyon officials move forward with a plan to require visitors with their own horses to pay a local guide for the privilege of riding in the park. With nothing more than anecdotal stories about horses not getting along with other horses, the park is poised to provide Canyon Trail Rides with a new revenue stream...if equestrians are willing to pay up. Under the plan, a lone rider with horse would have to pay $100 for the guiding service. Two riders would be charged $165, three riders $200, four riders $235, five riders $265, six riders $295 and seven riders $320. Those fees, once you approach four riders, are somewhat comparable to the concessionaire’s per-person charge for their trail rides: $60 per person for a two-hour ride and $80 per person for a half-day ride. But the concessionaire’s trail ride fees also have to go to the overhead of their string of horses, accompanying tack, horse trailers, corrals, and stables. Private parties have their own horses, saddles, etc., so it doesn’t seem as if there is additional overhead for the concessionaire, outside of calling in an additional guide, who would be paid by the private riders. Park officials attribute the need for this guiding service to “avoid trail conflicts and ensure the safety of all users on the park’s steep, narrow trails. Those trails offer limited space for stock groups to pass. When unfamiliar groups of stock pass each other they can spook.” During a phone call Friday, Bryce Canyon Superintendent Jeff Bradybaugh said, “This is a situation where we’re trying to be proactive based on things that have been reported to us from the field, principally from (concession) wranglers.” “We’re concerned about visitor safety. The way our trails are laid out, there’s opportunities for experienced folks on horses bringing their
private stock in to the park to run head-long into the concessionaire trail ride groups,” he added. Now, unfortunately, park officials don’t have any documentation of specific conflicts between private riders and concession-led rides, no list of injured riders -- private or concession-led -- to demonstrate whether there’s a safety problem, other than the wranglers’ mention of private groups going the wrong way on trails. There have been injuries on trail rides but, again, apparently no documentation as to whether they were on concession-led rides or involving private riders, or a combination of both. When you look at the numbers -- just 85 private equestrians have ridden all or part of Bryce Canyon’s 8 miles of horse trails since August 2011, vs. “thousands” of concession-led riders who have -- it doesn’t seem like there are enough private riders on the trails to create much of a problem. That said, it also would seem like the park has a golden opportunity to not only embrace private riders, but also restore some Western lore to the park. Rather than forcing private equestrians to pay a guide to lead them on trail rides, Bryce Canyon should seize the marketing and PR value of having rangers saddle up to lead rides much as they lead hikes, for free. That way not only are the private riders spared a pretty hefty fee for an 8-mile ride, but rangers have a golden opportunity for reaching out, rather, than alienating, a decidedly small but nevertheless welcome visitor group. After all, as the park points out on its website, “Bryce Canyon is a wonderful place to ride horseback! Some visitors enjoy bringing their own riding stock into the park to enjoy the breathtaking views one can experience from the back of a horse or mule.” Kurt Repanshek is founder and editor-in-chief of National Parks Traveler, a website that works to educate the general public about the National Park System, increase awareness and understanding of issues affecting the national parks and the National Park Service, and build a stronger advocacy for protection and sound stewardship of the parks.
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Notice of Prescribed Fire in Duck Creek, Panguitch Lake Areas CEDAR CITY - The Cedar City Ranger District will begin its spring prescribed burn program in the Dixie National Forest. “These projects are part of a continuing effort to reduce the threat of catastrophic wildfire to mountain communities and improve forest health.” said Cedar City District Ranger Veronica Magnuson. Start Date: March through May, 2014. Cooper Knoll Central, Up to 1500 acres (Map dark red): Prescribed Fire located 5 miles northeast of Panguitch
Lake Utah. The project area is mostly comprised of ponderosa pine, aspen, mixed conifer, pinyon and juniper, and multiple shrub/grass/forb species. There is a large component of dead woody debris in the understory (thinning slash), which is the main focus of this burn. One of the main goals is to remove a large portion of the thinning slash in the understory of the Ponderosa Pine by prescribed fire. This will result in a much more fire resilient stand of healthy Ponderosa Pine. Duck Creek Fuels As-
pen, 200 Acres (A small portion of the yellow section on the map): Duck Creek Fuels Aspen Burn area is located in the greater Duck Creek area. Slash fuels are produced from thinning, lopping and scattering. The goal of this prescribed fire is to create stands of fire-resistant tree species, stimulate aspen regeneration, reduce heavy fuel loading, increase the frequency of grasses/forbs/shrubs, and reduce the risk of catastrophic crown fire throughout the Duck Creek Fuels Project Area. —US Forest Service
USDA Encourages Early Registration for FSA Programs WASHINGTON - The U.S. Department of Agriculture’s (USDA) Farm Service Agency (FSA) Administrator Juan M. Garcia today recommended that farmers and ranchers who plan to participate in FSA programs register in advance. Producers are encouraged to report farm records and business structure changes to a local FSA Service Center before April 15, 2014. Enrollment for the disaster programs authorized by the 2014 Farm Bill, including the Livestock Indemnity Program (LIP) and the Livestock Forage Disaster Program (LFP) will begin by April 15, 2014. “We expect significant interest in these programs,” said Garcia. “Early registration should help improve the sign-up process and allow us to expedite implementation of the programs. I strongly encourage producers to complete their paperwork ahead of time.” Examples of updates or changes to report include: • New producers or produc-
ers who have not reported farm records to FSA. • Producers who have recently bought, sold or rented land. Those producers need to ensure that changes have been reported and properly recorded by local FSA county office personnel. Reports of purchased or sold property should include a copy of the land deed, and if land has been leased, then documentation should be provided that indicates the producer had/ has control of the acreage. • Producers that have changed business structures (e.g. formed a partnership or LLC) need to ensure that these relationships and shares are properly recorded with FSA. Even family farms that have records on file may want to ensure that this is recorded accurately as it may impact payment limits. Farm records can be updated during business hours at FSA Service Centers that
administer the county where the farm or ranch is located. Producers can contact their local FSA Service Center in advance to find out what paperwork they may need. In addition, bank account information should be supplied or updated if necessary to ensure that producers receive payments as quickly as possible through direct deposit. While any producer may report farm records and business structure changes, it is especially important for producers who suffered livestock, livestock grazing, honeybee, farm-raised fish, or tree/vine losses for 2011, 2012, 2013 or 2014, and may be eligible for assistance through one of the four disaster programs. For further information about our disaster programs and USDA’s Farm Bill implementation plan, visit FSA’s 2014 Farm Bill Web page. FSA Service Center locations can be found on the FSA website. —USDA Farm Service Agency
Fishlake Resource Advisory Committee Accepting Proposals for Projects that Benefit Forest Resources RICHFIELD - On October 2, 2013 Congress passed a one year reauthorization of the Secure Rural Schools and Community Self Determination Act as part of HR 527 Helium Stewardship Act. Under Title II of the reauthorization, the public is invited to propose projects for improvements on the Fishlake National Forest. Project submissions are being requested for funding from federal fiscal year 2014. Project proposals must be submitted by May 23, 2014 The legislation encourages individuals, non-profit organizations, local governments and others to propose projects that restore watersheds, decommission or maintain roads, remove noxious weeds, thin tree stands, or otherwise improve the condition of the national forests. The proposed projects need not be implemented on Forest Service lands, but must benefit
National Forest resources. All projects must have funding obligated by September 30, 2014. Applications and instructions for Title II proposals can be found online at one of these locations • Secure Rural Schools website https://fsplaces.fs.fed. us/fsfiles/unit/wo/secure_ rural_schools.nsf/Web_ Project_Submit_Pre?Open Form&ParentUNID=AA11 3CC501D12647882575BD 006DF2AA , • Fishlake National Forest web site, http://www. fs.usda.gov/main/fishlake/ workingtogether/advisorycommittees. Applications and instructions may also be picked up at Forest offices in Richfield, Fillmore, Beaver and Loa. Applications may be submitted online using the Secure Rural Schools web site, or electronically to John Zapell, Designated Federal Official, via email at jzapell@fs.fed.us.
If email is not available, project submissions can be mailed to the Fishlake National Forest located at 115 East 900 North, Richfield, UT 84701. Mailed proposals must be postmarked by 5 p.m., May 21, 2014. These funds are made available by Beaver, Millard, Piute, Sevier and Wayne counties, which receive federal funds based on the percentage of land in federal ownership. Title II project proposals are reviewed by the 15 members of the public that comprise the Fishlake Resource Advisory Committee (RAC). The RAC then makes recommendations about the proposals to the Fishlake National Forest Supervisor. The RAC will be making recommendations about which project proposals to fund during future meetings. For more information please call John Zapell at (435) 896-1070. —US Forest Service
Diabetes: “Silent Epidemic” Among Veterans In Utah And Nation SALT LAKE CITY - Veterans in Utah may be interested in knowing that the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs is dedicating resources to better manage diabetes, which the VA calls a “silent epidemic.” Type 2 diabetes affects almost 20 percent of veterans who use VA health care, compared to about eight percent of the general population. According to Dr. Timothy O’Leary, acting director at the VA Office of Research and Development, diabetes is the leading cause of blindness, kidney disease and amputation in the U.S., and up to 80 percent of patients with diabetes will face heart attack or stroke. “While diabetes is silent as it initially presents, and needs a blood test or a urine test, its consequences are
not silent at all,” the doctor warned. O’Leary said group meetings are proving to be a successful method to help people keep blood sugar controlled. The VA has also found that having veterans use pedometers encourages more physical activity, which can help keep diabetes under control. Most research shows that successful management of the disease isn’t something people do alone, with O’Leary pointing to video-conferencing as another tool that has helped reduce the rate of physical disabilities. It can be effective “sometimes even delivered through the computer or the telephone by a coach or a counselor far away, which can be important if you live in a rural area or
you have transportation problems,” he said. March 25 was American Diabetes Association Alert Day, when everyone is encouraged to take a risk assessment online. Known risk factors for diabetes include a family history, being overweight, being over the age of 40, suffering diabetes during pregnancy, and a lack of physical activity. O’Leary said however that the disease shows up in people without those risk factors, too, and there has been research indicating that exposure to environmental toxins can also trigger the disease. That online risk assessment tool is at Diabetes.org. —Troy Wilde, Utah News Connection
All women and girls age 8 and up are invited to attend: The General Women’s Meeting Broadcast Saturday, March 29, 2014 6:00 p.m. at the Loa Utah Stake Center Come Out for Wayne Women’s Softball League It’s spring! That means it’s time to get ready for the Wayne Women’s Softball League. We expect to have a great time, as always, so get your teams together and get ready to play ball! There will be a coaches meeting on April 9, 2014 at 7:00pm at Helen Jones’ residence. If you have any questions call Helen at 435-491-0532 or Lonni at 435-616-2207. We hope all you wonderful ladies come out this season to enjoy game time with friends!
For Your Health Clean Your Teeth and Gums to Help Your Heart Proper dental care can help prevent gingivitis and periodontitis. There has also been a great deal of publicity surrounding the possibility that you can reduce the risk of heart disease by keeping your teeth clean and your gums healthy. Cleaning Your Mouth Properly The best way to prevent gingivitis, periodontitis, and the diseases they cause is to properly clean your teeth. For the most appropriate cleaning advice, visit your dentist. Dental personnel can give you practical demonstrations of tooth and gum care. One of the three most important steps is twice-daily brushing with a fluoridated toothpaste. You should angle the brush so that the tips of the bristles move slightly below the gumline. Consider an ultrasonic toothbrush because of its increased efficiency. Second, you should also floss your teeth once daily, as flossing removes material the toothbrush cannot reach. Finally, obtain a periodontal cleaning device known as a PerioAid from your dentist or online. Used daily in conjunction with a toothpick, it provides an extra measure of cleanliness. The goal of these interventions is to remove a jellylike substance known as plaque from your teeth. If you fail to do this, the plaque will harden to tartar, which is almost impossible to remove without dental assistance. Tartar can lead to gum inflammation (gingivitis) and damage to the system that supports your teeth (periodontitis). Signs of Periodontitis What are the warning signs that you could have periodontitis? You may experience a persistent bad taste in your mouth that cannot be eradicated by brushing or the use of mouthwash. You or others around you may notice a foul odor to your breath (halitosis). You may see that your gums are red or inflamed (swollen). They may also be tender or sore, and they may bleed, either spontaneously or when you brush (known as bloody toothbrush syndrome). Your gums may appear to be shrinking away from your teeth. You may notice that your teeth have become loose, that they no longer fit together the same way they once did, or that partial dentures no longer fit properly. It may be painful to chew, and your teeth may be sensitive. Treatment of Periodontitis Periodontitis is a chronic condition due to long neglect that will not improve on its own. It must be treated by medical intervention. There are several specialties within dentistry such as straightening teeth (orthodontics) and performing root canals (endodontics). It is best to consult the dental specialist known as a periodontist. This type of dentist is specially trained to recognize and treat periodontitis. Your teeth may require interventions, such as deep cleaning of the tooth surfaces below the gumline or the use of medications taken orally or placed under the gums. You may also require corrective surgery. Periodontitis and Heart Disease There is growing evidence that periodontitis can increase your risk of heart disease. Cleaning your teeth and gums is easy and only takes a few minutes out of your day. If it can prevent early death from heart disease, it is certainly worth the effort. Remember, if you have questions, Consult Your Pharmacist
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By Cynthia Kimball I had an opportunity to interview someone whom I believe will be a forthcoming New York Times best-selling author: Oregon author Colleen Colby. I hope you enjoy my interview with her as much as I did. I also hope it inspires you to pursue your dreams and become who you were destined to be. KIMBALL: Colleen, I understand writing is really important to you, how come? COLBY: It’s a way I can express events in my life that may help other people and may help uplift them or at least make them so that they can survive the trials they’re going through. KIMBALL: So when did you realize you had a gift for writing? COLBY: I guess I didn’t really until I started writing about the events at my ranch. I had no background for it. I just started writing things down that occurred there. At first it was never meant to be a book; just trying to clarify everything in my mind that happened there and it just turned into a book. KIMBALL: So what do you write about? COLBY: Personal experiences. And there’s a novel I’m working on; a World War II one. Everything is based on true events. I try to keep it real. KIMBALL: Any other writers in your family? COLBY: My mother when she was 17. She wrote a poem for a book and it was published in that book. But she never told me what book it was and she didn’t have a copy of the poem anymore so I never found out any more than that. And when I was 14, I entered a national contest to win an Arabian horse (the contest was for 14, 15 and 16-year olds). You had to write a 1500 word essay. I won first place for Oregon, but not the national contest. It was the summer
A reprise article originally published August 13, 2012
before my freshman year. My mother mailed my essay off, but she never made a copy for me. KIMBALL: What would you tell someone who wants to write? COLBY: You have to get rid of any self-doubts if that’s what you want to do; just go for it. And if you don’t have the education for it, don’t let it stop you. And if you can get an education, it will just help you. Write about what you know about and then you can expand from there. KIMBALL: When did you start to really get serious about writing and how often do you write? COLBY: I started in June 2005 and once I got into that I just knew I felt so good about it. I knew it would be something I would be interested in doing for the rest of my life. And part of the reason I wrote was because so many things were going/went on in my family. Like my relatives in Holland in World War II who hid two Jews in their home and were later awarded the highest medal of honor given by the Israeli government. There’s just all this material I’ve got to write. I even made a list of books I want to write. Now I’m writing every day (at least a few hours). I try to get into a rhythm and I know this year’s going to be a better year. I’d Iike to write two books a year and finish them! KIMBALL: So what motivates you? COLBY: I love what I’m doing. I love writing. Even when I’m not at the computer it’s going through my head all the time. I mean conversations or different scenarios. One thing that motivates me is I want to write a variety of things. I want to uplift people; write things that will make people feel good. Write things that are true that will make people realize that if they’re in a difficult situ-
ation that they can survive and will come out okay on the other side. The sooner you look forward instead of backward, the better off you will be. I like to help people. I love people. If I can give them something good, even enjoyment for them, open a window for them; that does it for me. KIMBALL: What inspires you? COLBY: I like to be in Oregon. I mean, I love the ocean, rocky cliffs and can picture them in my mind when I’m writing. I love nature and I love to be where I can go outside away from my work and walk on the beach or go up into the woods. It just kind of renews me. The Lord walks on the beach with me; He’s in the woods with me. When I was a child I used to go sit in a little clearing in the woods and would pray that my Lord and Heavenly Father would be closer to me or I would climb a tree and talk to them and I knew I wasn’t alone. And on the beach, I knew the Lord walked alone by the sea. There’s a closeness with nature and the earth to them. Its’ an energy. KIMBALL: Any last words? COLBY: Eliminate negative people, places, habits, and things because they can bring you down. You don’t need that and it doesn’t matter if it’s a relative, whoever it is. Just do it and hang onto your dreams and make it happen and don’t procrastinate. You have to want it to achieve it. You create your future and control your destiny. Cynthia Kimball is a professional speaker and trainer through her company Every1Counts, LLC, and a doctoral student in Workforce Education Leadership. She also writes frequently through Deseret Connect. E-mail: kimball@ every1counts.net
Automated Voice Response
I called UPS about an insurance claim I had filed on a package. I knew the automated voice response system wouldn’t be able to handle this issue so I immediately said, “customer service.” It did a little beep-boopbop computing noise, and then insisted that I first pick from its menu, none of the items bore any resemblance to insurance claims. I tried “track a package.” It recited the status, followed by “Can I help you with anything else?” I said, more insistently, “customer service,” at which it complained that thist was the most recent shipping information. Exasperated -- but a bit curious -- I said, “STUPID MACHINE,” and after the little computing noise, it swiftly transferred me to customer service.
Price of Gas
I do not understand all those people complaining about the ever-increasing price of gas. The price has not changed in years. When I go to the gas station, I ask the attendant to put in $30 worth of gas. Always the same. Some people just like to complain.
tHe lAuGhiNg Refigerator pOiNt!! Repair Service
A man calling refrigerator repair service: “My refrigerator isn’t working!” “What kind is it?” “It’s a small one.” “Electric, gas or propane?” “Propane.” “Ah! Then the problem is most likely vapor lock. You don’t need a service call, just turn the refrigerator upside down for a few minutes to allow the lock to clear. Then put it back and all should be well” Second call, a few minutes later: “The least you could have done is to tell me to empty the fridge first!”
Motivation
A neighbor of mine was annoyed because he had to search for his newspaper each morning after the paperboy tossed it. Often he would find it, covered with dirt, under the car in the gravel driveway. Then one-day the paperboy’s mother mentioned that her son’s ambition was to play professional basketball. My neighbor had an idea. When he got home, he attached a basketball hoop to a post on the front porch. Sure enough, the next morning there was a resounding “plunk” as the newspaper sailed through the hoop and landed by the door. He never had to search for his paper again.
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Wills, Trusts, and More Will Contests by Jeffery J. McKenna
A will or trust contest is a form of litigation in which the validity of a will or trust can be challenged. Family members, spouses, children and business partners are examples of interested parties who may have the standing (financial interest) to contest a will or trust. Dismay over the size of an inheritance is the most common reason to challenge a will or trust. However, the unfairness of asset distribution is not generally grounds for contesting a will or trust. There must be a legal defect in the document for it to be contested. The following are some reasons that a will or trust can be contested. The will or trust was not properly executed - A will or trust can be contested on the grounds that it was not properly drafted, signed, or witnessed in accordance with statutory legal requirements. Generally, a will has more formalities to follow than a trust. The testator or trustor was not mentally competent - Competency to make a will means that the testator understood the nature and extent of his assets and knew the parties to whom the assets would be distributed. A will may be de-
clared void if it can be proved that the testator was senile, delusional or of unsound mind when the will was created. The standards for executing a trust are generally the same. Incompetence may be proven by medical records, irrational conduct of the testator and the testimony of those who observed him/her at the time the will or trust was executed. The will or trust was the product of fraud or undue influence - Undue influence occurs when the testator or trustor is compelled or coerced to execute the will or trust as a result of improper pressure exerted upon him/her. Fraud occurs when a false statement is knowingly made causing the testator or trustor to sign a will or trust in a different manner than he/she would have if the statement had not been made. A second, more recent, will or trust is discovered - If proven valid, the newer will or trust would replace the older document. Miscellaneous reasons There are other circumstances under which a will or trust can be contested. These include suspicions of forgery, the existence of pre-existing contracts
Answers for this week
Attorney Jeff McKenna hiking with his son in Zion National Park
relating to asset distribution that may nullify the distribution in the will or trust, suspicious circumstances that could cause the distribution set forth in the will or trust to be looked upon as lacking credibility, or the failure by a personal representative or trustee to properly carry out the instructions provided in the will or trust agreement. It is important to note that there are important time constraints and procedural deadlines after which you may not be able to contest a will or trust. After probate is completed or a trust administration is finalized, it is normally not possible to initiate legal action. Jeffery J. McKenna is a local attorney serving clients in Utah, Arizona and Nevada. He is the former President of the Southern Utah Estate Planning Council and a shareholder at the law firm of Barney, McKenna, and Olmstead with offices in St. George and Mesquite. If you have questions you would like addressed in these articles, you can contact him at 435 628-1711 or jmckenna@barney-mckenna.com.
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St. Peter’s Basilica
On a spring break trip to Italy, my friends and I were standing just inside St. Peter’s Basilica, one of the largest Christian churches in the world. The tour guide explained, “This church is so large that no man on earth could hit a baseball from one end to the other, not Babe Ruth, Hank Aaron or even Mark McGuire.” My group stared in silence at the beautiful marble sculptures, intricate paintings, and glorious mosaics all around the enormous building. Then one tour member interrupted the silence with an astonished question: “You mean, they actually let them hit baseballs in here?”
AG MARKET NEWS Producers Livestock Auction, Salina, Utah Tuesday, March 18, 2013 Receipts: 597. Last Week: 1,032. Last Year: 1207. Feeder Steers: mostly 3.00-4.00 lower, instances 10.00-12.00 lower; Feeder Heifers: mostly 3.00-4.00 lower, instances 10.00-12.00 off. Holstein Steers: to few for price comparison. Slaughter Cows: steady; Slaughter Bulls: steady. Feeder Steers: Medium and Large Frame 2: 200-250 lbs scarce; 250-300 lbs scarce; 300-350 lbs 226.00-246.00; 350-400 lbs 227.00-236.00; 400-450 lbs 218.00-228.00; 450-500 lbs 210.00-220.00; 500-550 lbs 212.00-228.00; 550-600 lbs 199.00-216.00; 600-650 lbs 182.00-199.00; 650-700 lbs 177.50-187.00; 700-750 lbs 164.00-179.00; 750-800 lbs 164.00-167.00; 800-850 lbs scarce;850-900 lbs scarce; 900-950 lbs 142.00-147.50; 950-1000 lbs 132.50-138.50. Holsteins Steer: Large Frame 3: Bull Calves: scarce; 200300 lbs scarce; 300-500 lbs 81.00-116.50; 500-700 lbs 89.00-116.00; 700-900 lbs pkg 700 lb wts 100.00; 900-1100 lbs scarce. Feeder Heifers: Medium and Large Frame 1-2: 200250 lbs scarce; 250-300 lbs 224.00-240.00; 300-350 lbs 205.00-216.00; 350-400 lbs 195.00-214.00; 400-450 lbs 193.00-211.00, pkg 220.00; 450-500 lbs 190.00-206.00; 500-550 lbs 187.00-201.00; 550-600 lbs 178.00-193.00; 600-650 lbs 157.00-171.50; 650-700 lbs 157.00-166.00; 700-750 lbs 154.00-166.00; 750-800 lbs 150.00-161.25; 800-850 lbs 132.00-147.50; 850-900 lbs 143.00-147.50; 900-950 lbs 127.00-142.50; 950-1000 lbs 132.00-140.50. Heiferettes: 78.00-128.00. Stock Cows: Few Older Bred Cows 1,050.00-1,350.00; Few Older Pairs 1,286.002,000.00/pair. Slaughter Cows: Boning 8090% Lean: 91.50-101.50; Breaking 75-80% Lean: 96.00-104.00; Cutter 85-90% Lean: 83.00-91.00. Slaughter Bulls: Yield Grade 1000-1500 lbs 101.50-119.50; 1500-2205 lbs 113.00-122.50; Yield Grade 2 1000-1500 lbs 90.00-100.00; 1500-2105 lbs 102.00-104.50; Feeder Bulls: 1025-1265 lbs 91.00-107.00. Source: USDA-Utah Dept. Of Agriculture Market News, Salt Lake City, UT (435-230-0402.)
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March 27, 2014
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School Notes Loa Elementary Snippets
SAGE Testing As we start to engage students in the end of level tests this spring, I wanted to remind parents of the testing software that will be used by all students in the State of Utah. The name of the testing software is called SAGE which stands for Student Assessment of Growth and Excellence. Students will be talking about the SAGE tests, so I wanted to provide some additional information on the new end of level tests. SAGE is a computer adaptive test which means every time the students answers a question,
the students response will help to determine the next question. The difficulty of the test will adjust to the student’s level as they answer each question. The test questions are unique to Utah and were developed in a process involving Utah teachers and reviewed by the Utah State Office of Education staff. In November 2013, a parent committee reviewed all of the SAGE questions. The parent review process took five days to complete. Students in 3rd grade will test in mathematics and language arts and 4th through 6th grade will
test in mathematics, language Arts, and science. The average time students will need to complete each section of the test is 90 minutes. I will be asking the administrators in the District to send home a pamphlet with additional information for the parents. Please watch for these pamphlets to come home with your students. If you would like to take training tests or preview sample questions you can log onto www. sageportal.org —Superintendent Ben Dalton
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PHS Debate Team Makes it 18! Good Luck at State! Dressed up and ready to present their cases, our PHS debate team came back from Saturday’s Region competition in Bryce Valley with another trophy. As the smiling faces of the sharply- dressed students proudly walked out with another region title, a question was posed by some; “Just how many consecutive region titles does the debate team now claim?” It is with great pride as a debate competitor and as a PHS student that I can proudly answer that question by giving out a number of eighteen. A tip of the hat to Ryan Houston, the debate team’s coach, is certainly in order. Along with taking the team trophy, many members of the Bobcat debate team also left Bryce Valley with individual medals. Lincoln Douglas - Kennedy Barney 1st, Katelyn Scott 2nd, Connor Hughes 4th, Spar- Morgan Barney 2nd Public Forum- Rowdy Miller & McKayla Heaton 1st, Jantzen Orton & Makoy Dodds 2nd, Drew Fisher & Andrea Heaton 3rd Student Congress- Rowdy Miller 3rd Oratory- Makoy Dodds 1st, Morgan Barney 2nd, Brenly Veater 3rd Extemporaneous- Slader Matthew 1st, McKayla Heaton 2nd Impromptu- Donnie Corwin 2nd, Jantzen Orton 3rd These students, and other state qualifiers from panguitch, will travel to Bingham high school this weekend. We wish them luck as they seek to
gain another state title. Debate wasn’t the only organization that achieved something worth celebrating this past week. At the Utah State FFA convention, our chapter received many accolades and represented our school well. Many of the members received the State FFA award- a certificate of achievement presented to those who gain the required amount of hours- and a measured understanding of the organization. Among these students wereVincent Hannah, Larsen Perkins, Bailee Beckstead, Cherish Moore, Donnie Corwin, and Lexi Anderson. Lindsie Perkins also represented our school well, performing in the Creed speaking competition. At the convention, the students weren’t the only ones honored, as our chapter’s advisor Ralph Perkins received the FFA blue and gold award. This elusive honor is presented to members of the FFA who dedicate themselves to the organization and give back to its merits in outstanding ways. Our sterling scholars have definitely been busy this week. With the March 20th deadline for final portfolio drafts looming, our PHS scholars rushed to complete their pages and fix any errors. After many hours of typing, organizing, printing (and many reprints), the folders were successfully submitted. We wish all of our scholars good luck in the weeks to come, as the official banquet on April 3rd remains only a short period away. Wednesday was another important date for our golf team, as the cold-to hot-
WAYNE HIGH SCHOOL Spotlight on Seniors 2014
VELDEN NOYES
ÒMy name is Velden Noyes and I live in Lyman Utah. My parents are Kenneth and Ardell Noyes. After High School I plan on going on an L.D.S. Mission. After my mission I would like to attend Snow College in Ephraim and get my two-year degree. After Snow I would like to go to BYU and major in economics. After college I would like to get into politics. I think that it would be very interesting to also study law along with economics and work in corporate law. Someone who I have always looked up to through my life is my older brother Kennard, because he is one of the most determined people I know and he has gone into the same field as I would like to go into.Ó......... Velden <------------------------------------------>
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weather played tricks on our team. They did well though, and left Richfield happy. This weekend marks not only an important date for our debaters, but for our track team, as well. As they head to the always competitive Hurricane meet, let us give them all the luck we can, so that they may run, jump, and throw their hearts out. Good luck and safe travels everybody!
Reason to Smile: More UT Children Expected to See the Dentist
Affordable Care Act Provides Dental Options for Kids SALT LAKE CITY - It is the most common chronic childhood disease. But across Utah - and the nation - there are new requirements that could help to take a bite out of tooth decay among children. Pediatric dental care is one of the essential benefits under the Affordable Care Act (ACA), meaning childhood dental care must be offered, whether it’s part of a health plan or as an optional standalone. That should help get more children in the chair, says Dr. Paul Reggiardo, spokesman for the American Academy of Pediatric Dentistry. “We estimate the number at somewhere probably around 16 million children who do not have access to dental benefits,” he says. “And lack of dental benefits is a real barrier to care for a lot of families, and for a lot of children.” As a result of the ACA, it’s estimated that as many as 8.7 million people age 21 and younger will gain dental coverage nationwide by 2018. Reggiardo says tooth decay and untreated cavities in childhood can lead to serious pain, and the negative effects of that can spread from there. “Kids who are suffering with pain, they’re not getting adequate nutrition,” he explains. “Their school performance is affected. Their learning is affected. “A child in pain is not going to be able to sit attentively in school and listen. And so, the implications go well beyond just having cavities.” The next major deadline under the Affordable Care Act is just weeks away, with the first open enrollment period ending March 31 for those who want a plan this year through the health insurance marketplace. —Troy Wilde, Utah News Connection
by Lisa Stevens
The Cat in the Hat Visits Loa Elementary A few weeks ago students celebrated Dr. Seuss’ birthday and on Thursday March 20 the school was surprised when the Cat in the Hat came for a visit. Students listened to an entertaining rendition of Dr. Seuss’ book Horton Hatches an Egg, presented by a gentlemen from Sevier County. Each class also had the opportunity to take a picture with the Cat and everyone receive an autograph, ‘paw print’ from the Cat. In first grade news students in Mrs. Brinkerhoff’s class are enjoying a new app on their iPads. This is a reading app focuses on fluency and comprehension. The class is still working with their 5th grade reading buddies and both grades seem to enjoy this new program. In Mrs. Jackson’s kindergarten class the students have been learning a lot about addition and subtraction with the new math program, “The students are doing great!” said Mrs. Jackson, “They students are picking it up well and I am very pleased with how hard they are working.” The class has also started to read stories and learning are lots of new words. They have also started having spelling tests every Friday. “The students are really doing well, they are able to figure out how to spell words by recognizing their spalding phonograms and using them to spell the words” said Mrs. Jackson. While celebrating Dr. Seuss’ birthday the class made a math subtraction story using a math story about the Oncler cutting down Truffula trees. The students loved being dressing up every day for spirit week as well. “A lot of my students said their favorite day was pajama day and crazy hair day.”
Sports Wayne Sports This Week by Maggie Ellett and Bethany Lamb
Track Invitational
The track team traveled to Salina last weekend for the North Sevier invitational. They were competing against 2A-5A schools and did extremely well. Some of the top places were, Catrina Johnson 3rd place in the 400m, Kali Pei 1st place in the shot put and 3rd place in the discus, Hannah Ellett took 3rd in the 100m hurdles, and Kaitlyn McCoy placed 3rd in the high jump. The 4x400m relay team also placed 3rd. The boys did very well also, but did not have any that placed in the top three. The team as a whole placed third overall. Well done track-letes! This weekend, on the 22nd, they will be on their way to Kanab for the next meet. Good luck, and represent Wayne High School well. Go badgers! Last Saturday, Rebekah Rasmussen and Maggie Ellett played in UWBCA All-Star game at Taylorsville High School with other 1A players from around the state. They played against the 2A All-Star team. Even For Balance and Performance though they lost, it was a fun Reliable, Professional Service opportunity for both of them. They got to play one final high school basketball game before Dave Treanor they graduate. CongratulaFarrier tions ladies! Maggie Ellett and Bethany Lamb are seniors at Wayne davetreanor14@yahoo.com High School.
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FYI Panguitch
obituaries Jay Holt
VENICE, UT - Our noble husband, father, son, brother, uncle, and friend, Jay Ronald Holt, 44, passed away on a beautiful Sabbath day, March 23, 2014 in Venice, after a courageous battle with cancer. He began his life on May 23, 1969 in Payson, a son of Ed and Berta Lou Dansie Holt. He grew up on a farm in Palmyra with his two brothers, Todd and Cody. Jay loved the great outdoors: farming, raising market lambs for stock shows, fishing, hunting, and running. He trained hard for and enjoyed participating in half-marathons and other “road races.” He was genuinely kind to everyone. He honorably served as a full-time LDS missionary in the England Coventry mission, 1989-1991. He was forever a missionary through his excellent example of goodness. Jay married his best friend Michelle “Mitch” Hales in the Jordan River Temple, November 20, 1992. And they were blessed with four children. He was an amazing husband and father and always took time for his wife and each of his children. He spent many hours coaching all kinds of sports. Some of his children’s favorite experiences were those they had playing sports with teams their father coached, dancing with his “gorgeous girls,” and bow hunting with his boys. He was employed with Macy’s in Spanish Fork during his college years, following graduation from BYU, he became an employee of Western Ag Credit where he met many new people and became friends with each one. He was always a joy to his parents. Jay and his brothers have always been best friends, and as a result their children have grown up with cousins as best friends. Jay considered Michelle’s family to be his own and enjoyed many hunting/camping trips and Lake Powell vacations with them. Jay was loved by many and his legacy of thoughtfulness, kindness, and his love for the Savior, Jesus Christ will continue to influence others for good for many, many years. Our hearts are filled with gratitude for the wonderful doctors and the staff at Huntsman Cancer Institute. Thank you so much Western Ag Credit for your many acts of kindness, your generosity and your friendships. We sincerely appreciate the Venice Ward and the entire Sevier County for their innumerable acts of kindness and those who prepared and delivered food to our family over the course of time. Thank you to our friends and family for your love and thoughtfulness. A special thanks to Stacy Hales for her knowledge and sweet service during Jay’s final hours. We are especially grateful for the stake presidency’s and Bishop Allen’s time, expertise, faith, and prayers. To all of you who are unmentioned, our sincere thanks—your sweet acts of service, your phone calls and visits are so appreciate. Jay is survived by his wife, Michelle; sons: Hunter and Dallin; daughters: Josie and Jamie, all of Venice; his parents of Palmyra; brothers: Todd (Nanelle) Holt, Delta; Cody (Gena) Holt, Palmyra; father-in-law, Ned Hales, Spanish Fork; motherin-law, Bonnie Hales-Harden, Spanish Fork; brothers-in-law: Layne (Alaina) Hales, Ferron; Jeff (Stacy) Hales, Spanish Fork; sister-in-law: Amy (Wally) Dodds, Panguitch; as well as countless aunts, uncles, cousins, and friends who love him dearly. Funeral services will be held on Saturday, March 29, 2014 at 12:00 Noon in the Richfield Stake Center, 159 North 400 West, where friends may call Friday from 6-8 p.m. and Saturday from 9:30 to 11:30 a.m. Burial will be in the Venice Cemetery. Funeral Directors: Magleby Mortuary, Richfield, Salina and Manti. Online guestbook at www.maglebymortuary.com
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March 27, 2014
by Mack Oetting ~ mackoetting @gmail.com THE PANGUITCH BOBCAT DEBATE TEAM BRINGS HOME THEIR 3RD CHAMPIONSHIP IN 4 YEARS. All of those sirens at twelve o’clock were the debate team coming into town victories. The Debate Team is a great exercise in having a subject that you will have to argue either the pros or cons, of that subject. Also you have a half hour to prepare to speak on a subject. Debate really gets the student’s minds working. Ryan Houston has been working with debate for many years and the kids love the competitions. Hopefully next week I will have a list of the competitors. It appeared that the Republican Caucuses were really well attended, from all of the cars and trucks at the Triple C Arena. It was reported that long time County Commissionaire, Clare Ramsey is calling it a day, after serving 20 years. Clare has been an outstanding Commissionaire not only for Bryce Valley, but for all of Garfield County. He has traveled thousands of miles on behalf of the County, not only up to SLC but back to Washington, DC, procuring funds to keep Garfield afloat. He leaves the County debt free, all of the building, including the Court House, Prison and the Counties share of the Triple C Arena, are paid off. Clare you have been a good friend, enjoy your retirement. There are two candidates for his position; David Tebbs is currently Mayor of Bryce Canyon City and is the Republican candidate. Lance Miller is running on the Democratic ticket Lance is from Panguitch. Jeanie Henrie is also retiring as the County Treasurer; she has been a County employee for 21 years and held the office of Treasurer for 5 years. No matter what position she has, Jeanie is always pleasant and helpful. There are two Republicans running for her spot, Michelle Crofts and Gina Peterson, both are from Panguitch. All other voted positions are running unopposed. I think that the death of the caucus system is highly overrated, the only difference that I can see is next year; those of us that are uncommitted will be allowed to vote in the primary. Just a few comments regarding the Panguitch’s Sesquicentennial Birthday Party. The party was well received. John and Pam Yardley wrote
a poem for the celebration called “Panguitch Now”. Not only do John and Pam have the ability to express what the rest of us think but they put it in rhyme. It was awesome! Brother Yardley was followed by the dance group called “Studio 89”. The audience was filled with parents and grandparents who came to support their children. The dancers and cheerleaders of tomorrow were strutting their stuff at the celebration. The family members were there with smiles on their faces, love in their hearts and bruised hands from the clapping. Robert Proctor came with books in hand to sample and sell. The Quilt Walk Pioneer cast members told their personal history and delighted the audience with two very heart warming musical numbers. The cast members were: John Yardley, Mike Savage, Ben McEwen, John Blevins, Mack Oetting, Lee Mullenaux, David Roundy, Raymond Roundy, and Mike Tebbs. The Music: “Faith In Every Footstep” and “God Will Provide” by Doug Ipson. Elaine Baldwin directed that part of the program as well as the “Virginia Reel Dance number that followed. The 6th grade class dancers were outfitted in pioneer skirts for the girls and bandanas for the boys. Fun! Fun! Fun! The prayers were given by City and County officials: Eric Houston, Panguitch Mayor and Leland Pollock, Garfield County Commissioner. The birthday cakes were decorated by Peggy Bagnell. Many thanks to her for the time and talent so freely donated. The main cake had the Panguitch sesquicentennial banner design, with quilt walk and balloon festival designs as well. The satellite cakes (yep! That’s what Peggy said they were called!) had white delicious icing with ribbon design separating the slices. The cakes also had gummy “Fish”. Some of the kids said “Why Fish?” Fish = Panguitch; A history teaching moment! One of the purposes of my wife’s Sesquicentennial push has to do with the many teaching moments that are available when an occasion such as this occurs! When cleanup came around we had many volunteers: John Yardley said “That is what Panguitch is all about; when you need help Panguitch people step-up!” Many thanks
to the many who make occasions like this a special event! While we were setting-up Emma Ahlstrom brought 2 loaves of her delicious dessert breads to keep the energy up of the workers. People are so thoughtful--Thanks Emma! The Birthday Party is over but the party continues in Panguitch! The Easter Egg Hunt is April 15th -a Tuesday; the City Park at 1 pm. Why a Tuesday? The spring break is at noon on Tuesday and if we don’t have the Easter Egg Hunt as soon as the break begins some of the kids miss it due to vacations. It is great for the elementary students and under. Mark your calendar. Retirement must be in the air, long time 6th grade teacher Craig Barney is calling it a day after 25 years of teaching. This giant of a man was a gentle no nonsense type of teacher. He taught my granddaughter how to write a term paper, (I was in college before I did one). All good things come to an end, enjoy your retirement Mr. Barney and many thanks for your excellent teaching skills. It saddens me to report that one of the most popular teachers at the Elementary School Shandon Hatch is leaving to go to St George to teach. What a pleasure she is as a teacher, her students really love her. Teachers like Mrs. Hatch don’t come around very often; St. George is gaining a real gem. Shandon is the daughter of Lynn and Sonia Allen. Spring is in the air; however it has been that way for the last two months. One of the signs is always the opening of Henrie’s drive in. The cars were around the building on Friday and the lines were long, welcoming the Henries back. Julie Hatch closed early, because everyone was exhausted. This is the last week to sign up for the affordable health insurance. It will open up again next November. 40,000 Utahans have signed up for health insurance and many of those are the invincible ones between 18 to 34. Utah leads the nation in % of these invincible people that have signed up. You are forced to have car insurance and everyone knows you will never have an accident. Health insurance is even cheaper than car insurance. If you had a million dollars and donated it to the Huntsman Cancer center, it would treat 2 stage 4 cancer victims. If you
used that money to help buy insurance for 10,000 people, it would allow these people to get early checkups and almost all cancer if caught early enough can be cured. You will be fined for not compiling with the mandate; it is only $98.00 the first year. Garfield County is lucky that they have an Outreach and Enrollment specialist out in Escalante. Suzanne Catlett at (435-826-4314), can give you information on different prices on insurance. She might be able to help you also with the fine or get it deferred. If you are looking for something to do with the family here is a tip. The Loveland Living Planet Aquarium is now open. The Aquarium has been moved from Sandy to its current spot in Draper. Among the innovations is a huge shark tank - the former one was 15,000 gallons, the new one is 300,000 gallons. About 5,000 animals made the trip to Draper last week. It is March madness and many are making out their brackets for the winning teams. Warren Buffet is offering $1 billion to anyone that hits all of the games right, after the second day, all 11 million brackets had losses. The odds to get all of the teams correct are Quin Trillion to one. Even the 300 million to one chance at the Clearing house game would easier. This Friday night is the Junior Prom; I didn’t get an invite so I imagine that everyone has a date. This is a fun event and many hours go into decorating the gym all week long, each year there is a different theme and always a joy to view. The Boys in their tux’s and Girls in their gowns add to the uniqueness of the night. Friday and Saturday there was a track meet in Hurricane that had 800 athletes, 1 to 3 A. Whittni Orton stole the show, she won the 3200 meters, 1600 meters and the 400 and this was against all of the competitors. Catania Holman placed 6th in the 3200m. beating her last years time by 20 seconds. Caitlyn Brinkerhoff placed7th in the 400m, Brianne Bremner 7th in the Javelin. In the boys Tyce Barney placed 5th in the high jump, Keldon Norris 6th in the 300 hurdles and Chance Campbell 7th in long jump. Till we meet again. Mack O.
Bryce Valley Area News by Vicki D. Syrett 679-8687 or vickidiane36@hotmail.com The Boy Scouts spoke in Cannonville ward and did a great job of explaining the Scouting Program. Tyler Hansen and family and friends are going through the St. George Temple before leaving for the MTC on his mission to Mexico City South. Jordan Johnson is also going to go to the Temple on the same day before she leaves for her mission to Texas, Spanish Speaking. Tyler is the son of Curtis and Pauline Hansen and Jordan is the daughter of Carlon and Heather Johnson. In a very emotional and heartfelt meeting the Bishopric of the Tropic Ward was changed. Released were Gayle Pollock as Bishop, Ron Harris as 1st Counselor, Eric Syrett as 2nd Counselor, Reed Le Fevre as Executive Ward Secretary, and Berkley Thompson as Ward Clerk. Taking on a new calling as Bishop was Shawn Mortensen, 1st Counselor is David Tebbs, 2nd Counselor Ryley Roberts, Executive Ward Secretary Lance Syrett and as Ward Clerk Earl Slack. Congratulations to all of these wonderful men as they take on new callings in life. We had a couple visiting
in Tropic today that were from China. It was nice to meet them. On March 29th the Women’s General Broadcast will be held at the Tropic ward or your own home at 6:00 p.m. All women are invited from 8 years of age up. On Friday and Saturday the Cub Scouts will have a Cub Scout Camp Out. How fun for them! Every Thursday at 7:00 P.M. the Addiction Recovery Program (ARP) will be held in the Tropic Church in the Relief Society room. This is a 12 step program with an emphasis on healing. If you have, or think you have, a problem with an addiction such as substance abuse, alcohol, pornography, eating disorder, etc, please come join us. It is not unique to suffer from addictions and attending the meeting will help you gain strength from others who struggle with similar problems. ARP is an anonymous program. Attendance and discussions are strictly confidential. Madison Syrett and Nicole Corrales Florez invited Sheriff’s Department to do an assembly for the High School
and the Elementary. It is in conjunction with the “Safe Sidewalk” project. They sold cinnamon rolls to the tune of 600 dollars worth. Together they raised over $900 and raised enough money to do another full block of sidewalk. Congratulations on a job well done. Yvonne Moore, Anne Nelson, Wes Lifferth all sisters and brother of Sandy Johnson spoke in Henrieville today. A violin musical number was given by the daughters of Sarah Johnson Bradshaw. It was a rendition of I Am a Child of God. It also included a three year old playing the violin with her older sisters Sadie, and Addison. It was a beautiful musical number. Spring fever is in the air. Gardens being prepared and
yards being cleaned. Hope we get some moisture to keep these things growing and yards green. I cannot imagine the grief the families of the passengers on Flight 370 are going through. How in the world can a huge plane like the triple 7 just disappear off the screen and not be found. Everyone is guessing at what happened but no one really knows and I wonder if we ever will. It makes you think twice about flying on the big planes to or from a foreign country. The world is just getting so restless. Everyone have a great week. Pray for some moisture that is badly needed. Like rain maybe. Please call or email your news to me. Thanks VS
BRYCE VALLEY AREA Senior Lunches at the HENRIEVILLE Senior Center TUES April 1st WED April 2nd THURS April 3rd
Chicken noodle soup 4oz. meat, mashed potatoes, peaches & cookie Meatballs & gravy 4oz. meat, potatoes, green beans, peaches w/cottage cheese & poke cake Hot beef sandwich 4oz. meat, potatoes & gravy, carrots, pears & pudding
Call by 10:00 A.M. if you want a lunch or need a ride. 679-8666 Suggested donation is $3 for seniors and $7 for those under 60 years of age.
The Wayne & Garfield County INSIDER
March 27, 2014
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TORREY NEWZ by Adus F. Dorsey II
Every cloud has a silver lining or at least in Wayne County has a John Deere (or New Holland) tractor in it. Rolling clouds of dust can been seen in just about every open dirt field from Santaquin to Sigurd, Loa to Torrey and all points in between, and surely every one of them has a smiling dirty faced farmer in there somewhere listening to a country music station, and singing along. After all it is that solitarian time of year that most farmers enjoy the most, a time when they get to turn off the never ending daily bad news on the TV, and that nagging cell phone. Spring is when the farmer is king; in most cases after a winter of feeding cows and doing farm yard chores he finally gets to sit upon a comfortable well-upholstered throne in the cab of his tractor, similar to something like the seat in the Pope mobile must be like, and daydream about a bumper fall crop while he drives in endless tighter and tighter circles until he reaches the center of his universe where the stars shine the brightest. All the while he has been listening to the country crooner George Jones sing love songs to Tammy Wynette, or Conway Twitty singing about some poor sap that has been going bar to bar looking for his wayward wife that goes by the name Lucille. He knows every word to every country song ever sung, and when he gets home after a long day in the dusty fields to find a supper table filled with the fruits of his last years garden labors steaming hot on the table, he knows he is the King and his Queen is there waiting, just like she has been for the past forty years and he is happy it is spring because he is a farmer. As happy as the Wayne County farmer in the spring is the Wayne County cowboy all year long, and I can honestly say I have never known anyone happier to greet everyday, or be around and knew more about horses and cows, and loved relish sandwiches and Dutch oven mutton more than Dunk Taylor of Fremont, Utah. As seared as mutton can get in a smoking Dutch oven pot are Dunk Taylor’s words in my mind when he would
Dunk Taylor.
talk about mutton and while he smacked his lips and would say, “It is finger lickin good”. Long will I cherish the afternoon conversations I had with Dunk Taylor about what life was like in his early days in Wayne County, the stories he told me about the horses he loved and could still recall and could name them one by one with a joyful tear in his eye like an important family member, loved ones that certainly deserved special recognition in the Taylor family Bible. Generally it was from a far that in my nearly twenty six years of living in Wayne County that I have lived vicariously the lives of the likes of Jack King and Dunk Taylor, and I have Dennis and Camille Blackburn to thank for that. I can’t say for sure when it actually happened but I can say that after a special day spent with Jack King I was deeply hooked, line and sinker, and would eventually dedicate myself to listen to every word of anyone willing to tell me their story. Jack King and Dunk Taylor were my first and my favorites, but now there is a long list of others. Wayne County life stories of family, love and hardships so touching that if Hollywood decided to make a
movie with them in it, it would be longer and more spectacular than Margaret Mitchell’s Pulitzer-winning 1936 novel and movie produced by David O. Selznick “Gone with Wind” and it would star leading man Dunk Taylor, and my most favorite leading lady of all time Barbra (Grand Ma) Pace. Dunk’s passing was as hard as a horse pill to swallow, not only for me but for most of Wayne County, he was a fixture as tall as a statue on the court house lawn that has and we always thought would always be there. The sad thing about him being gone now is the fact that there will be many generations that won’t know him while the rest of us tell our Dunk stories and share his wisdom and humor while we wait for our oil to get changed or stand around a corral watching the cowboys work calves. Our drives down Sandy Lane or near Government Creek will never be the same but his legacy will live on in our hearts and in our memories, just ask anyone that knew him. Dunk’s funeral was a true tribute to a larger than life man, a man of honesty and integrity with nothing but love for life and everything in it. Like a family quilt there was a
common thread that seemed to sew together all the stories that were told from the Fremont Ward pulpit by all who spoke, and continued on to the tables at the Thurber Ward house while the Relief Society Ladies served up a fine meal to family and friends and their men busied themselves making sure all the water pitchers were full on the tables. (I asked Thurber ward Bishop Andy Taft if there was gong to be any mutton, and he politely said we would have to do that another day, “outside”, because most ladies didn’t want to have any part of it, or would dare prepare it in the ward house kitchen.) Love what you do, hold on tight to the lead rope even though you might get drug through the mud and the crud for a mile of two, do your best, and know when it is time to move on. Dunk was a builder of things, and family and community were what he loved building the most and he put his whole heart into what ever he decided to do. He was all about building you up while you were in his presence and to my knowledge I never heard him say a harsh word about anyone or put anybody down. While sitting in the Fremont Ward house during Dunk’s funeral I couldn’t help but think about all the things I learned from Dunk’s friendship over the years, and as I looked around the room I am sure I was surrounded by many others thinking the same thing. What struck me the most was that there were a lot of folks in that room that I have learned so much about life from and it was comforting to know that at any given time I could go to any one of them, and with just a shake of the hand or a wink of any eye I would find reassurance when I needed it the most. It is one of the things I love about Wayne County the most, and I will never let anyone take that away from me. And like Dunk told Will after he had just sold four of his horses to a Texas friend, “It looks like we are a foot, lets go out in the pasture and catch us a couple of good ones!” Dunk could always see the silver lining in the clouds…. I (we) will miss you old friend.
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by Jean Bramble
The March 18, 2014 meeting of the Escalante City Council began promptly at 7:00 pm following a work meeting. Attendance was relatively low, most likely because of competition from the Dinosaur talk at the Interagency Center. No public comments were offered, however there were several scheduled items. Shane and Stephanie Steed are the proud owners of a new water meter. Adam Stoldal, of the Utah Conservation Corps (UCC) those hardy individuals who have been working tirelessly to remove Russian Olive trees from the Escalante River Watershed, addressed City Council. They requested use of the Mohr Christensen Park as a campsite for Corps employees when they are staying in town this coming field season. The UCC group spends most of the summer camping in the outback, wherever Russian olive is being excavated. However they need to send members into “civilization” in order to have a break and/or take care of personal business. For various reasons, including the fact that the Corps is mandated to engage in civic improvement activities, the Corps asked permission for use of Mohr Christensen. The park has running water, toilet facilities and other amenities. Councilman Hughes voiced concerns
that such a group might misbehave, causing problems in town. Councilman Allen suggested that use of the park be subject to review as needed. After some discussion, and the comments of Mr. Stoldal, Councilwoman Barnes made a motion that the group be allowed to use the park. The motion was passed with an agreement that details be worked out between the Corps and the City. Councilwoman Barnes described her continued interest in improving the ambiance along Main Street. She has plans to improve water availability to the planter boxes that line the street and to install half-whiskey barrels elsewhere in the area. A motion was made and passed that $1,240.00 be applied to install barrels and improve the planter boxes. There were no departmental reports. Mayor Taylor spoke about his desire to bring back “Friday Nights in the Park” this summer. A much anticipated summer event will be the return of the Tour of Utah. Councilwoman Torgerson commented that Escalante’s appearance was extraordinarily well kept during last year’s Tour of Utah. She hopes that we will keep up the good work and strive to maintain our town throughout the year. Council members were in agreement with Mrs. Torg-
erson. Councilman Graham spoke to the need to have another work meeting, this one to address issues pertaining to our culinary water supply. In the face of increasing costs, including the cost of repair to the water lines during last year’s floods, it may be necessary to increase the impact fees for new meters. As usual, the Council moved to pay the bills, including $165,000 for loans to repair the very lines Mr. Graham was describing. Prior to the meeting just described, Council held a work meeting to discuss management of the new Resort tax. Funds from this tax have yet to be distributed. Councilman Allen reported his fact-finding visit to Bryce Canyon City where he was encouraged to make wise use of Resort Tax funds. Such funds can be of great value to the community. City Council wishes to establish an advisory committee to help de-
cide deployment of the funds. Marcie Hoffman suggested that the advisory committee break the funds into categories such as marketing & events, community beautification and infrastructure and assign a percent of the monies to each category. Presently, the city is making a list of volunteers and anticipates that a committee of five individuals will be named from the hotel sector, a restaurant, an additional person from the business community and two “at large” citizens. People interested in participating on the advisory committee are encouraged to sign up at the City offices. This topic is planned for the April 15th City Council agenda. Escalante Essentials would like to thank those who helped with this article. You know who you are. The next City Council is scheduled at 7:00 pm on Tuesday, April 1, 2014.
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Fence Lines
by Ray Conrad
The Red Arrowhead I was out on a Sunday morning, just walkin’, and all alone, Away from the bustle and noise in camp, a-wanderin’ on my own. High on a rocky sagebrush ridge, just me and my share of God, Hopin’ that I was in such a place where the foot of man ain’t trod. I stopped for a little breather, when I seen something on the ground. The shape was kind of unnatural. There was nothing else like it around. So I knelt to look where it rested, this sharp-edged man-made form. A little red garnet arrow point, washed clean by some desert storm. My hand went down to reach for it, then I had a small kind of chill. How many years has it laid right here? Was it lost, or used to kill? I thought of the ancients who’d chipped it out, On who knows what long-past day, And I left it to history, there on the rocks, and continued on my way. “The Red Arrowhead’” 1991. from Fence Lines, by Ray Conrad, published by Avalanche Creek Productions, 2009.
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March 27, 2014
LEGAL NOTICES
HELEN Y. PEKOVICH, PERSONAL REPRESENTATIVE OF THE ESTATE OF HAROLD J. SHAKESPEAR, A.K.A. HAROLD J. SHAKESPEARE, Plaintiff, v. THE HEIRS OF FRANCIS SHAKESPEAR, A.K.A. FRANCES SHAKESPEAR, DECEASED, et al. Defendants,
ORDER GRANTING MOTION FOR SERVICE BY PUBLICATION
Case No. 130600055 Judge Marvin D. Bagley
This matter came before the Court pursuant to the Plaintiff’s Motion for Service by Publication. The Court having reviewed the file, and for good cause appearing; now therefore, it is hereby ORDERED: The Plaintiff is authorized to serve the Defendant Lois Dutton and the Defendants who are the heirs of Francis Shakespear, a.k.a. Frances Shakespear, deceased; the heirs of Frances Viola Marshall, deceased; the heirs of Lucille Marshall, deceased; the heirs of John Franklin Marshall, deceased; the heirs of David James Marshall, deceased; the heirs of Joseph Leroy Marshall, deceased; the heirs of Minerva Dutton, deceased; the heirs of Eliza Mae Dutton, deceased; the heirs of James Richard Dutton, deceased; the heirs of Carvel Oscar Dutton, deceased; the heirs of Idella Dutton Corporan, deceased; the heirs of Elva Dutton Mealey, deceased; the heirs of Reva Wilcock, deceased; the heirs of Elton R. Dutton, deceased; the heirs of Edith Lenola Dutton, deceased; the heirs of Wendell Dutton, deceased; the heirs of Merrill Willis Dutton; the heirs of Elsie Shakespear Davenport, deceased; the heirs of Elwin Davenport, deceased; the heirs of Getta Shakespear, deceased; the heirs of Louise Warner McMullen, deceased; the heirs of Thella Delong, deceased; the heirs of Carla Herberger, deceased; the heirs of Alvin Delong, deceased; the heirs of Elouise Talley, deceased; the heirs of Richard Delong, deceased, and all other persons unknown who claim and may claim an interest in and to this property, by publication, by publishing a Summons in the form attached hereto as Exhibit “A” in the Garfield County Insider, a newspaper of general circulation in Garfield County, Utah, once each week for a period of four weeks. Service shall be deemed complete upon the last publication date. DATED this 3rd day of February, 2014. /s/ MARVIN D. BAGLEY District Court Judge Published in The Wayne and Garfield County Insider on MARCH 6, 13,20 & 27, 2014 Garfield County School District Request for Proposal Panguitch High and Escalante High Bleacher Replacement Garfield County School District is accepting proposals to replace bleachers at Panguitch High School and Escalante High School. Interested Bleacher contractors are required to go to the District website at http://www.garfield.k12.ut.us/ to obtain the RFP information required to bid the project. For questions please contact Damon Brinkerhoff at damon@garfk12.org or by phone at 435-690-0028. Proposals will be accepted until Thursday, April 10, 2014 at 12:00 pm (noon). Proposals may be mailed to the Garfield County School District at P.O. Box 398, Panguitch, Utah 84759. Sealed Proposals may also be hand delivered to the District Office at 145 East Center, Panguitch, Utah 84759. Published in The Wayne and Garfield County Insider on MARCH 27, 2014 Garfield County School District Request for Proposal Panguitch, Bryce Valley, and Escalante High Schools Gym Floor Refinishing Garfield County School District is accepting sealed proposals to completely refinish gym floors at Panguitch, Bryce Valley, and Escalante High Schools. Interested floor refinishing contractors are required to go to the District website at http://www. garfield.k12.ut.us/ to obtain the RFP information required to bid the project. For questions, please contact Damon Brinkerhoff at damon@garfk12.org or by phone at 435-690-0028. Sealed proposals will be accepted until Thursday, April 10, 2014 at 12:00 pm (noon). Proposals may be mailed to Garfield County School District at P.O. Box 398, Panguitch, Utah 84759. Sealed proposals may also be hand delivered to the District Office at 145 East Center, Panguitch, Utah 84759. Published in The Wayne and Garfield County Insider on MARCH 27 and APRIL 3, 2014
public notice JAMES W. JENSEN (6578) JENSEN LAW OFFICE Attorneys for Plaintiff 250 South Main P.O. Box 726 Cedar City, UT 84721 Telephone: (435) 586-4404 IN THE SIXTH JUDICIAL DISTRICT COURT IN AND FOR GARFIELD COUNTY, STATE OF UTAH HELEN Y. PEKOVICH, PERSONAL REPRESENTATIVE OF THE ESTATE OF HAROLD J. SHAKESPEAR, A.K.A. HAROLD J. SHAKESPEARE, Plaintiff, v. THE HEIRS OF FRANCIS SHAKESPEAR, A.K.A. FRANCES SHAKESPEAR, DECEASED, et al. Defendants,
SUMMONS (30-Day)
Case No. 130600055 Judge Marvin D. Bagley
THE STATE OF UTAH TO THE DEFENDANTS, THE HEIRS OF FRANCIS SHAKESPEAR, A.K.A. FRANCES SHAKESPEAR, DECEASED; THE HEIRS OF FRANCES VIOLA MARSHALL, DECEASED; THE HEIRS OF LUCILLE MARSHALL, DECEASED; THE HEIRS OF JOHN FRANKLIN MARSHALL, DECEASED; THE HEIRS OF DAVID JAMES MARSHALL, DECEASED; THE HEIRS OF JOSEPH LEROY MARSHALL, DECEASED; THE HEIRS OF MINERVA DUTTON, DECEASED; THE HEIRS OF ELIZA MAE DUTTON, DECEASED; LOIS DUTTON; THE HEIRS OF JAMES RICHARD DUTTON, DECEASED; THE HEIRS OF CARVEL OSCAR DUTTON, DECEASED; THE HEIRS OF IDELLA DUTTON CORPORAN, DECEASED; THE HEIRS OF ELVA DUTTON MEALEY, DECEASED; THE HEIRS OF REVA WILCOCK, DECEASED; THE HEIRS OF ELTON R. DUTTON, DECEASED; THE HEIRS OF EDITH LENOLA DUTTON, DECEASED; THE HEIRS OF WENDELL DUTTON, DECEASED; THE HEIRS OF MERRILL WILLIS DUTTON; THE HEIRS OF ELSIE SHAKESPEAR DAVENPORT, DECEASED; THE HEIRS OF ELWIN DAVENPORT, DECEASED; THE HEIRS OF GETTA SHAKESPEAR, DECEASED; THE HEIRS OF LOUISE WARNER MCMULLEN, DECEASED; THE HEIRS OF THELLA DELONG, DECEASED; THE HEIRS OF CARLA HERBERGER, DECEASED; THE HEIRS OF ALVIN DELONG, DECEASED; THE HEIRS OF ELOUISE TALLEY, DECEASED; THE HEIRS OF RICHARD DELONG, DECEASED; AND ALL OTHER PERSONS UNKNOWN WHO CLAIM AN INTEREST IN AND TO THE PROPERTY HEREIN DESCRIBED: You are hereby summoned and required to file an answer in writing to the Complaint for Quiet Title in this matter with the Clerk of the above-entitled Court whose address is 55 South Main Street, P.O. Box 77, Panguitch, Utah 84759, and to serve upon, or mail to James W. Jensen, Jensen Law Office, Plaintiff’s Attorney, 250 South Main Street, P.O. Box 726, Cedar City, Utah 84721, a copy of said answer, within thirty (30) days after service of this Summons upon you. If you fail so to do, judgment by default will be taken against you for the relief demanded in said Complaint for Quiet Title, which has been filed with the Clerk of said Court. This is an action to quiet title in favor of the Plaintiff all interest in and to the following described property: Parcel No. 1: Beginning at the SW corner of Lot 1, Block 22, Plat “A”, Tropic Town Survey, and running thence North 63 feet; thence East 160 feet; thence North 176 feet; thence East 81 feet; thence South 239 feet; thence West 241 feet to the place of beginning. Parcel No. 2: All of Lot 4, Block 22, Tropic Town Survey. Parcel No. 08-0073-0096/T-06 Seven (7) Shares of Stock in Tropic and East Fork Irrigation Company If the Plaintiff is successful in this action, title to the above-described property will be quieted in favor of the Plaintiff and against all interests in and to the water right herein described. A copy of the Complaint for Quiet Title in this action has been deposited with the Clerk of the Court and can be picked up by anyone claiming an interest in the above-described property at no charge. DATED this 23rd day of January, 2014. JENSEN LAW OFFICE /s/ JAMES W. JENSEN Attorneys for Plaintiff Published in The Wayne and Garfield County Insider on MARCH 6, 13,20 & 27, 2014
ADVERTISE IN THE
public notice JAMES W. JENSEN (6578) JENSEN LAW OFFICE Attorneys for Plaintiff 250 South Main P.O. Box 726 Cedar City, UT 84721 Telephone: (435) 586-4404 IN THE SIXTH JUDICIAL DISTRICT COURT IN AND FOR GARFIELD COUNTY, STATE OF UTAH
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Cedar City’s “Art in the Park” Accepting Applications Applications for September 19-20 Event Due May 23 CEDAR CITY -The Iron Mission Foundation is pleased to announce that Art in the Park, a fine arts, crafts and jewelry festival, will be held Friday and Saturday, September 19-20 at the Cedar City Main Street Park (200 North and Main). In addition to the new location for the arts festival, the jewelry category has been expanded to bring a vast array of handcrafted and wearable art to this exhibition. We are also encouraging artists in traditional, historic craft areas to apply. This event hosts over 30 booths from fine art to fine crafts in multiple categories such as ceramics, glass, fiber, jewelry, painting, and more. It’s an exceptional opportunity for families and art enthusiasts to take advantage of a variety
of distinguished artists and their work in a friendly and easily accessible setting. Applications will be accepted through May 23, 2014. Jury selection will be accomplished in mid-June and artists will be notified electronically following the jury process. The show entry fee of $85 must accompany each application, but checks will not be cashed until the artist is accepted into the show. Complete details are included on the application form which can be downloaded at http://frontierhomestead. org/arts-festival The Iron Mission Foundation is looking forward to a diverse, high quality show, and wish to thank its exhibiting artists in advance for helping to bring the arts and traditional crafts in all of their
Cedar City’s Art in the Park event at Main Street Park hosts more than 30 art vendors from fine arts to crafts, each September. forms to the residents of Iron County and beyond. Questions can be directed to Artist Coordinator Sandi Levy at (435) 531-3089, or via
email at frontierhomestead@ utah.gov. —Frontier Homestead State Park Museum
REQUEST FOR BIDS ON ROOFING PROJECT Wayne School District is seeking sealed bids from qualified contractors to re-shingle a portion of the Loa Elementary School roof. This project includes re-shingling approximately 10,400 square feet. This bid will cover all labor and materials to complete the project, with the intent of re-shingling over the existing shingles with quality shingles of the longest warranty available. This project is scheduled to begin as soon as possible, with minimal interruption to the regular school day. The successful contractor will be encouraged to complete the project during Spring Break, April 16-19, 2014, if circumstances allow. Sealed bids will be accepted until the close of business day on Friday, April 4, 2014. You may contact Shane Bradbury at 691-4126 (cell) or 425-3760 (Shop), or by calling the School District Office, for more information. Wayne District reserves the right to accept or reject any or all bids. Published in The Wayne and Garfield County Insider on MARCH 20 & 27, and APRIL 3, 2014 notice All paper medical records from the former Intermountain Kazan Clinic in Escalante are set for destruction on Friday April 18,2014. If you would like to obtain your medical record prior to destruction, you must contact Connie Sawyer at Garfield Memorial Hospital at #435-676-1278. After that time, the paper medical record will no longer be available. Published in The Wayne and Garfield County Insider on MARCH 20 & 27 and APRIL 3, 2014 Garfield County School District REQUEST FOR PROPOSAL Subcontractor Services Garfield County School District is seeking qualified Subcontractors to perform work on Garfield County School District’s Small Construction Projects. Interested Subcontractors are required to go to the District website at http://www.garfield.k12.ut.us/ to obtain the information required to be considered. RFP responses are due (Via hand-delivery or by Email gene@hughesgc.com) at the Offices of Hughes General Contractors, Inc., Attn: Gene Madsen, 900 North Redwood Road, North Salt Lake, UT 84054 Deadline: March 27, 2014 by 4:00 PM Published in The Wayne and Garfield County Insider on MARCH 20 & 27, 2014 SPECIAL EVENTS FUNDING APPLICATIONS WAYNE COUNTY TRAVEL COUNCIL If you are hosting a Special Event and would like help with advertising costs, Wayne County Travel Council is accepting applications for Special Events funding. To qualify for funding advertising must be done outside of Wayne County and have the WCTC web address on the ad or mentioned during the broadcast. If you are interested you can pick up an application at the Wayne County Information Center, Wayne County Courthouse, or you can find it on the Wayne County website www.waynecountyutah.org. Deadline for applications is Monday April 7, 2014. If you have any questions or for more information please contact: Nycole Durfey - WCTC Director, 1.435.425.3930, info@capitolreef.travel. Published in The Wayne and Garfield County Insider on MARCH 27 and APRIL 4, 2014 DISTRICT COURT, STATE OF UTAH, GARFIELD COUNTY 55 South Main Street. Panguitch. Utah 84759. Telephone: (435) 676-1104: Facsimile: (435) 676-8239 IN THE MATTER OF THE ESTATE OF LAWRENCE WAYNE FRANDSEN, deceased, NOTICE TO CREDITORS, Case No. 14600003. Assigned Judge: Marvin D. Bagley, NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that LLOYD WA YNE FRANDSEN and KEVIN DALE FRANDSEN were appointed as Personal Representative of the estate of LAWRENCE WA YNE FRANDSEN, and creditors of the estate are given notice to present their claims to BARRY L. HUNT1NGTON, attorney for the estate, P.O. Box 388, 55 South Main Street, Panguitch, Utah 84759, within 3 months after the first publication of this notice or be forever barred. DATED this 24th day of March, 2014. BARRY L. HUNTINGTON Published in The Wayne and Garfield County Insider on MARCH 27 and APRIL 4 & 10, 2014 NOTICE TO WATER USERS The application(s) below requesting an EXTENSION OF TIME WITHIN WHICH TO SUBMIT PROOF OF BENEFICIAL USE have been filed with the Division of Water Rights. It is represented that additional time is needed to place the water to beneficial use 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 Box146300, Salt Lake City, UT 84114-6300, or by hand delivery to a Divisionffice during normal business hours ON OR BEFORE APRIL 23, 2014. Please visit http://waterrights.utah.gov or call (801)-5387240 for additional information. EXTENSION(S) 97-2176(a23461): Scott and Amy Gutting is/are filing an extension for 0.75 ac-ft. from groundwater (Black Boulder Mesa Parcel #1) for IRRIGATION; DOMESTIC. 61-1508(a11360a): Kane County Water Conservancy District is/are filing an extension for 0.0017 cfs or 0.125 ac-ft. from groundwater (8 Miles W of Long Valley Jct.) for IRRIGATION. 61-1509(a11360b): Kane County Water Conservancy District is/are filing an extension for 0.0017 cfs or 0.125 ac-ft. from groundwater (8 Miles W of Long Valley Jct.) for IRRIGATION. 61-1510(a11360c): GENN Retreat Trust is/are filing an extension for 0.0017 cfs or 0.125 ac-ft. from groundwater (8 Miles W of Long Valley Jct.) for IRRIGATION. Kent L. Jones, P.E. STATE ENGINEER Published in The Wayne and Garfield County Insider on MARCH 27 and APRIL 3, 2014 PUBLIC NOTICE Weed Removal Request for Bids Wayne County is requesting bids for removal of Russian olive on private property. Call Rex in the Wayne County Weed Dept. by 5pm Tuesday, April 4 to get on the mandatory Show Me List and Field Trip to bid. Deadline for sealed bids is Thursday, April 6. Wayne County Weed Dept. 435-691-3767 Published in The Wayne and Garfield County Insider on MARCH 27, 2014
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Classified ads start at $7.50 for 25 words or less. Call 435-826-4400 or email your ad information to snapshot@live.com HELP WANTED Garfield Memorial hospital Laundry Aide Position Fulltime with benefits #1479173 Apply at www.intermountain healthcare.jobs Job Description The Laundry Aide is an integral part of the Intermountain Team. The Laundry Aide is responsible for the sorting, sizing, washing and folding and delivery of clean, aseptic linen to applicable hospital departments. This includes checking on a regular basis of work area, delivery carts and storage areas and necessary repairing of linen. Through their excellence and dedicated efforts they ensure our healing commitments are met. Minimum Requirements • Demonstrated excellent verbal communication skills • Demonstrated ability to follow instructions • Demonstrated ability to perform tasks requiring manual and physical labor • Demonstrated ability to work in a team environment and demonstrate mutual respect to others Physical Requirements • Lifting, Pulling/Pushing, Standing, Walking Preferred Qualifications • One or more years of continuous employment with the same employer • Past work experience in a laundry setting Please Note All positions subject to close without notice Intermountain Healthcare is an equal opportunity employer M/F/D/V 3/27
Turn-About Ranch Employment Opportunities 1.Math & Vocational Teacher Positions: Full-time year round w/full benefits. Teaching Certificate or ARL required. 2. Admissions Advisor: Full-time w/full benefits. 3.Residential Coach’s: Full-time w/benefits and on/call positions. HS Diploma or GED required. 4. Therapist, Licensed or Pre-Licensed: Full-time w/full benefits. Master’s Degree required. For more information call 877-804-2014 ext. 207203. Submit resumes to aormond@turnaboutranch.com , fax to 435-8264261 or stop by the office at 280 North 300 East in Escalante. 4/3
Panguitch Cemetery DISTRICT Panguitch Cemetary Caretaker Panguitch Cemetery is taking applications for a cemetery caretaker. For the summer months April 15 to September 30. Experience preferred in using and repairing machinery and knowledge of irrigation systems and repair. Salary is negotiable on your knowledge and experience. Applications can be picked up and dropped of at the County Clerk’s office in the court house. Applications are due Monday March 31, 2014 by 5:00 pm Any questions call Dave Owens 435-616-8585 Lorraine Owens 435-676-8233 Pat Oetting 435-676-2418 Panguitch Cemetery reserves the right to accept or reject any or all applications. 3/27
GARFIELD SCHOOL DISTRICT Panguitch Elementary Kindergarten Teacher Garfield School District is hiring a half-time Kindergarten Teacher at Panguitch Elementary. This teacher must demonstrate mastery of related subject matter, instructional skills, and resource materials for Kindergarten. Maintain and implement an early childhood program based on sound principles of child development and interact positively with children. Provide a variety of assessments and use assessments for planning and instruction. SALARY: Half Salary of the beginning step/lane according to the 2013-2014 Garfield County School District Certified Salary Schedule. QUALIFICATIONS: Applicants must have a valid Utah Teaching License and a Bachelor’s Degree in Elementary Education with a preference in Early Childhood Education endorsement.Applicant must be fingerprinted and satisfactorily pass an employment background check. APPLICATION: Interested individuals should submit a Garfield County School District certified application, resume and three letters of recommendation. Please direct questions and applications to Principal Nick Reynolds: Panguitch Elementary School P.O. Box 386, 110 South 100 West Panguitch, Utah 84759 (435) 676-8847 Online application available www.garfield.k12.ut.us Applications will be screened and the most qualified candidates will be granted interviews. DEADLINE: April 4, 2014 Garfield School District is an equal opportunity employer. Garfield School District reserves the right to accept or reject any or all applications. 4/3
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Garfield Memorial Hospital Has the Following Openings HOUSEKEEPERS – Full-time #147748 & #147594 Apply online at www.intermountainhealtcare.jobs All positions will work day & night shifts, rotating weekends and holidays. Job Description The Housekeeper is an integral member of the Intermountain team. They provide a comfortable and safe healing environment for our patients by performing comprehensive housekeeping tasks that ensure clean, sanitary and attractive facilities. They follow standard procedures in the safe disposal of infectious waste and trash and safely use cleaning chemicals in accordance with Joint Commission and OSHA standards. They use supplies appropriately and effectively and report problems with equipment and with the facility in an appropriate and timely manner. The Housekeeper has the opportunity to make a difference in the lives patients every day through their courteous and efficient service. Benefits Eligible: Yes Shift Details: this is a 36 hour a week posiiton Minimum Requirements • Must be able to communicate effectively including: • Read color coded labels and chemicals • Ability to follow written and verbal directions • Ability to work a flexible work schedule to meet the needs of the department • Must be able to speak and read English Physical Requirements • Carrying • Lifting • Pushing/Pulling • Seeing, Speaking • Squatting/Kneeling • Standing/Walking Preferred Qualifications • Professional housekeeping experience • One year customer service experience • Read, write, and communicate effectively in English • Ability to work independently and as part of a team • Ability to follow instructions Please Note All positions subject to close without notice All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability or protected veteran status.
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SALT LAKE CITY - A national awareness campaign under way in March is urging people in Utah and elsewhere to be screened for what can be one of the deadliest forms of cancer. “Colorectal Cancer Awareness Month” is important, said Shane Ferraro, media relations manager at the American Cancer Society of Utah, because early detection and treatment can greatly increase the chances of surviving these types of cancer. “Colorectal cancer is only a handful of cancers which screening has proven to save lives,” he said, “both by finding and removing polyps before they turn cancerous, and by finding cancers early when treatment is most likely to be successful.” An estimated 250 Utahns will die from colorectal cancer this year, Ferraro said. According to the federal Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, it’s the second leading cause of cancer deaths among Americans. Screening should start at age 50, Ferraro said, adding that having a colonoscopy every 10 years is the “gold standard” of screening methods. A less invasive procedure called the Fecal Immunochemical Test, or “FIT” test, can be done at home, he said. “There are a number of other tests that you can get that are a little bit less invasive, such as the FIT test,” he said. “So, what we recommend is the best test that you get is the one that you actually get.” Health professionals say it’s also important to be screened if there is a family history of the disease. The American Cancer Society estimates that more than 50,000 Americans will die from colorectal cancer this year. CDC information about colorectal cancer is online at cdc.gov. —Troy Wilde, Utah News Connection
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Practical Money Matters
Resist the Urge to Tap Retirement Plans Early I have yet to meet anyone who thinks they’re saving too much money for retirement. On the contrary, most people admit they’re probably setting aside too little. Retirement accounts must compete with daily expenses, saving up for a home, college and unexpected emergencies for every precious dollar. If taking money out of your IRA, 401(k) or other taxsheltered plan is your best or only option, you should be aware of the possible impacts on your taxes and long-term savings objectives before raiding your nest egg: 401(k) loans. Many 401(k) plans allow participants to borrow from their account to buy a home, pay for education, medical expenses or other special circumstances. Generally, you may be allowed to borrow up to half your vested balance up to a maximum of $50,000 – or a reduced amount if you have other outstanding plan loans. Loans usually must be repaid within five years, although you may have longer if you’re using the loan to purchase your primary residence. Potential drawbacks to 401(k) loans include: • If you leave your job, even involuntarily, you must pay off the loan immediately (usually within 30 to 90 days) or you’ll owe income tax on the remainder – as well as a 10 percent early distribution penalty if you’re under age 59 ½. • Loans cannot be rolled over into a new account. • Some plans don’t allow new contributions until outstanding loans are repaid. • Many people, faced with a monthly loan payment, reduce their 401(k) contribu-
by Jason Alderman tions, thereby significantly reducing their potential long-term account balance and earnings. • Your account value will be lower while repaying your loan, which means you’ll miss out on market upswings. 401(k) and IRA withdrawals. Many 401(k) plans allow hardship withdrawals to pay for certain medical or higher education expenses, funerals, buying or repairing your home or to prevent eviction or foreclosure. You’ll owe income tax on the withdrawal – plus an additional 10 percent penalty if you’re younger than 59 ½, in most cases. Traditional IRAs allow withdrawals at any time for any reason. However, you’ll pay income tax on the withdrawal – plus the 10 percent penalty as well, with certain exceptions. With Roth IRAs, you can withdraw contributions at any time, since they’ve already been taxed. However, to withdraw earnings without penalty you must be at least 59 ½ and the funds must have been in the account for at least five years. To learn more about how the IRS treats 401(k) and IRA loans and withdrawals, visit www.irs.gov. Further financial implications. With 401(k) and tra-
ditional IRA withdrawals, the money is added to your taxable income, which could bump you into a higher tax bracket or even jeopardize certain tax credits, deductions and exemptions that are tied to your adjusted gross income. All told, you could end up paying half or more of your withdrawal in taxes, penalties and lost or reduced tax benefits. Losing compound earnings. Finally, if you borrow or withdraw your retirement savings, you’ll sacrifice the power of compounding, where interest earned on your savings is reinvested and in turn generates more earnings. You’ll forfeit any gains those funds would have earned for you, which over a couple of decades could add up to tens or hundreds of thousands of dollars in lost income. Bottom line: Carefully consider the potential downsides before tapping your retirement savings for anything other than retirement itself. If that’s your only recourse, consult a financial professional about the tax implications. Jason Alderman directs Visa’s financial education programs. To participate in a free, online Financial Literacy and Education Summit on April 2, 2014, go to www.practicalmoneyskills.com/summit2014.
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