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Thursday, April 25, 2024

Torrey Town Council

by Amiee Maxwell

Issue #1560

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Utah Reservoirs Currently at 85%; 20% Higher Than Normal

Garfield Rough Riders Club Makes for Smooth OHV Sailing

Apr. 11, 2024 TORREY - After the Pledge of Allegiance and the approval of previous meeting minutes, Jori Kloosterman with the Central Utah Health Department appealed to the Torrey Town Council to adopt a policy prohibiting the use of nicotine and tobacco products on city property. She provided the council with a sample policy and also said that she could provide free signage for public spaces.

April Morrison requested a business license for a new snow cone truck operating at the Casitas at Capitol Reef, the Hula Hut Shack. She already received a license from the county, and according to state law, you only need one permit for this type of business, so no business license was granted.

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Rough Riders

Water Update

Courtesy Susan Gallego

Garfield Rough Riders joined the Tushar Mountain ATV Club for a late February ride to the Three Corners Monument. Jessa Gallego poses at the "Thelma and Louise" overlook.

PANGUITCH Whether you’re a casual off highway vehicle rider or a genuine enthusiast, Garfield Rough Riders OHV Club is extending an open invitation to resi-

CRNP Scenic Drive Rehabilitation Project Scheduled to Begin Apr. 29

Courtesy National Park Service

The National Park Service in cooperation with the Federal Highway Administration will begin work on an approximately $12 million project to rehabilitate Scenic Drive and multiple parking lots in Capitol Reef National Park.

TORREY - The National Park Service (NPS), in cooperation with the Federal Highway Administration (FHWA), will begin work on an approximately $12 million project to rehabilitate Scenic Drive and multiple parking lots in Capitol Reef National Park.

To complete the work, Scenic Drive will be closed for construction beginning April 29. Scenic Drive is a paved 8-mile road that goes south from the visitor center and of-

and be safe,” said Gallego.

The club, founded in 2017 by Joe Orman, who’s still actively involved in

SALT LAKE CITY As April unfolds, Utah’s water situation reflects a delicate balance between melting snowpack, reservoir management and rising temperatures. Recent data suggests that we most likely witnessed the peak of our snowpack, reaching 18.8 inches on April 2, surpassing the median peak snowpack of 16 inches.

“The timing and magnitude of our snowpack peak plays a crucial role in our water management strategies,” Candice Hasenyager, director of the Division of Water Resources, said. “We have all this snow still in the mountains, and we need to pay attention to how it melts.”

According to the Natural Resources Conservation Service’s April

fers views of the Waterpocket Fold. The visitor center parking lot will also be partially closed, and the Chimney Rock parking lot will be closed later in the fall 2024.

While Scenic Drive is closed, the majority of the park will remain open and accessible. Visitors can still access the Fruita area, including the visitor center, orchards, the Gifford House, and trails along Rehab Project Cont'd on B2

REGIONAL WEATHER FORECAST

dents of Garfield County to join their group and get out on some great local rides.

Susan Gallego, president of Garfield Rough Riders, is an OHV enthu-

siast, and says she joined the group in 2018 as a way to get herself “out to have some fun.”

“The reasons we’re all in the club is to be social, and to go out on rides

by Natalie McHale | Farm to School Marketing Specialist | Utah Department of Agriculture and Food

PRICE - Pursuant to a court settlement agreement, the Bureau of Land Management and U.S. Department of Agriculture Forest Service (USFS) are seeking public input to help inform an environmental analysis of a potential expansion to Skyline Mine. The modification would include additional coal from public lands in Emery and Sanpete counties.

The court settlement— agreed to in March 2023 by the BLM, USFS, the State of Utah, Canyon Fuel Company LLC, Grand Canyon Env. Analysis Cont'd on B2

Courtesy Natalie McHale

Utah Farm to Fork is set to host the last of their regional “Movement Building Workshops'' at Boulder Mountain Guest Ranch on Saturday, Apr. 27.

BOULDER - Utah Farm to Fork, a statewide initiative focused on enriching communities' ties with fresh, healthy food and local producers, is set to host the final 2024 re-

gional “Movement Building Workshop'' at Boulder Mountain Guest Ranch.

This event aims to shed light on farm-to-school practices and emphasize the significance of incorporat-

ing locally sourced ingredients into school meals.

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UPCOMING EVENTS...

Escalante Wild Potato Days 2024

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THURS. APR. 25 - WED. MAY 1

**Weather is subject to Change

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Local Initiative Bridges Gap Between Farms and Schools

BLM, FS Seeks Input for Env. Analysis of Potential Coal Mine Expansion in Utah

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Possible showers (40-65%) on Thurs. and Fri. Otherwise, sunny/partly cloudy for the rest of the week. Highs range from the mid 50s to the low 70s; lows from the high 20s to high 30s.

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—Judith Martin

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Daughters of the Utah Pioneers Museum Gets 'Sprucing Up' Prior to June Opening

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PANGUITCH - Dean Sheffer and his wife, Angeli, were spotted on Friday, April 12, doing a little sprucing up at Panguitch’s Daughters of the Utah Pioneers Museum. The museum, which belongs to the DUP Camp Cornelia-Loyhova, will be open Fridays and Saturdays, 5-8pm, during June through August, and contains a wide variety of items representing the time, “before electricity, when you had to do things by hand,” said Angeli. This includes things like old washing machines, tools for making soap, farm equipment, lots of books and pictures, and even the old lead type press that once printed the Garfield County News. Originally built in 1904 as the Bishop’s Store House for tithing items, the building has also served as a seminary building and a classroom, “but never a house,” said Angeli. Panguitch resident Gustavo Banks is also aiding in structural repairs to interior walls and the basement stairs and floor prior to opening this spring. The museum will open on Saturday, June 1.

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Torrey Council: An appeal to adopt a policy prohibiting the use of

nicotine and tobacco products on city property, a request that a security camera be placed in the back of the Post Office, an update on the Scenic Drive construction project at Capitol Reef National Park, pedestrian safety on State Route 24 through Torrey, the Center Street culvert, and Paula Pace and Colleen Dudleston's desire to put together a Torrey Beautification Committee discussed.

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Aram Kyababchyan was on the agenda for a water overage forgiveness request, but he was not in attendance at the meeting.

The town’s policy requires that the person requesting forgiveness or a representative needs to be present at the meeting, so no overage forgiveness was granted at this time.

Wendy Nelson requested a security camera be placed in the back of the Post Office so she can be alerted to anyone coming or going while she is delivering the mail. “It’s just for my protection,” she said. The council agreed that this is the responsibility of the United States Postal Service, but they agreed to look into placing cameras outside the Post Office.

Cassity Bromley, superintendent of Capitol Reef National Park, provided an update on the Scenic Drive construction project. Harward and Rees Construction was awarded the contract, and the Scenic Drive is expected to close at the fee gate on April 29th. Bromley said the park website is the best place to keep up-to-date on road closures. She also said the park has created a new handout for visitors that details the construc-

tion closures and how to access sights from alternative trailheads on State Route 24. This information will also be provided on the website. The project involves resurfacing the entire road, expanding the Capitol Gorge parking area, and widening corners but noted that it will “still be a slow scenic drive road.”

She does not yet know when work will begin on the Chimney Rock parking area or the Visitor Center parking lot.

Bromley was asked how she thinks this will affect visitorship. “I don’t think it will have a big impact on it,” she said, given that people are passing through this area regardless. She said that the biggest revenue hit will be to the campground since they will need to close a loop when chip sealing.

During the Mayor Business part of the meeting, Mayor Wright said that he met with a traffic engineer from UDOT to discuss pedestrian safety on State Route 24 through town. UDOT is going to add some signs warning of heavy pedestrian traffic, which “will hopefully get people to slow down,” he said. They will hold off on doing a traffic study for now because there is the risk of raising the speed limit after doing a study. “If you don’t have good speed

limit enforcement, you end up with an increase in speed,” he said.

Mayor Wright reported that the Center Street culvert has been replaced, and a grant for a new walking path has been submitted. He also reported that he will attend the Utah League of Cities and Towns conference on April 17th and will meet with other gateway communities to discuss issues related to growth and brainstorm ways to get these problems in front of the State Legislature.

The council discussed the need to formulate a signed agreement with the Wayne County Farmers Market detailing who will be responsible for roping off the market area and marking Post Office parking. This agreement will be spelled out before the first market.

Paula Pace and Colleen Dudleston discussed their desire to put together a Torrey Beautification Committee. The commit-

tee's goal is “to improve the look of our community and encourage involvement with it,” said Dudleston.

They presented a written proposal to the Town Council outlining the number of members on the committee, goals, etc. The council passed a motion to establish this committee, noting that everything the group proposes to do will be approved by the council.

During the Council Member reports, Richard Braaten said that Jackson Excavation created deep ruts on the shoulder of Sand Creek Road, where they parked their trailers to work on the culvert. He reached out to Jackson, and they agreed to rectify the situation by bringing in road base and trying to fix the damage.

Torrey Town Council meetings are held on the 2nd Thursday of every month at 7:00 p.m. June October and 6:30 p.m November - May—unless otherwise noted.

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April 25, 2024

News from Wayne County E. T. Wolverton

by Adus F. Dorsey II

Adus F. Dorsey II

The restored Wolverton Mill can be found in the southwest corner of Hanksville, Utah, behind the BLM office.

WAYNE CO. - If you were ever bold enough to bet someone a cheeseburger at Stan’s Burger Shak that the only tourist attractions in Hanksville are the ones on the main drag, you had better be prepared to pay up because you haven’t lived in Hanksville very long, and you have never seen the Wolverton Mill.

In 1889, a wandering pair of prospectors discovered gold deposits in the Bromide Basin area, which set off a small, but voracious, gold rush, and Eagle City was born. The owners of the Bromide and Oro mines soon built mills on Crescent Creek. Eagle City had a store, hotel, doctor's office, and, for entertainment purposes, a saloon.

Depending on how many drinks you had at the Eagle City saloon, it is remembered that as many as 100 people lived in and around the mining town at one point. As mining towns go, it was well known that Eagle City had a rough reputation, and, true to the stories, Butch Cassidy and his Wild Bunch were known to visit.

One such miner named Edwin Thatcher Wolverton came to Utah around 1900, and it is said that he found manganese deposits at Little Grande (aka Floy).

During this time, Wolverton surveyed the rough terrain of land south of Green River bordering Cataract Canyon. Given the treacherous terrain, Wolverton would have had to transport heavy equipment up cliffs and across canyons to make an accurate sectional survey and was known to have covered about every inch of the wild and woolly Henry Mountain territory.

Like it was yesterday, Barbra Ekker once remembered that Wolverton had heard the many stories about the old Spanish workings and was determined to prospect the country himself. He'd listened to an Indigenous boy who'd been hired to herd cattle during the summer near Pipe Springs on the southwest slopes of Mount Pennell. The Indigenous boy related that his people had told him of these workings and that there was "Plenty gold up there." When asked if he'd take a white man to these gold claims, he responded with a dramatic "no," and he shared

the story that "Many, many years ago the Spaniards dug gold out of the side of the mountain. [Native people] were employed to do hard work and treated shamefully. After laboring from dawn until dark, they were often beaten and kicked like dogs. One morning the surrounding hills were full of warriors. A terrible battle followed, and many [Native people] were killed, but at the end, all the Spaniards were destroyed, their shelters burned, and their workings carefully filled in.

All signs obliterated. As the workings were being filled, the [Native] medicine man placed a great curse on the place from which the gold had been taken. To whomever reopens these workings would come great calamity. His blood would turn to water, and even in youth, he would be an old man. His squaws and papooses would die. And the earth would bring forth for him only poison weed instead of corn."

When Wolverton first visited the Henry Mountains, he found abandoned camps with a lot of interest, but little work. Apparently, the area he was most interested in “was plastered with location notices.” As miners tend to do, he was forced to wait until late into 1915 for those properties to be free for claims. Wolverton became very interested in chasing the Spanish gold.

He drew upon the previous expeditions in 1868 by a man named Burke. Wolverton started building cabins, trails and roads singlehandedly near Mt. Pennell in the Henry Mountains.

And to his peer’s surprise, Wolverton even constructed a mill with a large water wheel to power his equipment.

No doubt Wolverton was a talented man and knew he had many needs in order to make his venture work. His first order of business was to find suitable lumber to build the mill itself. For this purpose, Wolverton built a large table saw in one end of the mill. With this, he cut the lumber he needed, as well as lumber for many neighbors. He was able, through this arrangement, to barter for the supplies and services he needed.

The combination of ore crushing and lumber cutting was what made the Wolverton Mill especially

unique. Most log structures during this time-period used log notches and overlapped them to tie the walls together. Wolverton cut his logs off evenly, stacked them, and used steel spikes placed inside them vertically through the ends of the logs to build the walls.

These walls were built in sections and braced with posts. This mill’s construction was known to be one of a kind throughout the West.

One day, when none of his family was at the camp, the elder Wolverton was thrown onto the horn of his saddle by a frightened horse and injured. A Hanksville boy, by the name Riter Ekker, decided to ride up to the mountains on the very day Wolverton was suffering. After a long ride, Ekker found Wolverton crawling toward a nearby creek, dragging a bucket by a rope from his mouth. Ekker took the old man to a nearby ranch for help, and, eventually, Wolverton was taken to Fruita to a Dr. Orr, where he needed surgery. Though Wolverton survived the medical treatment, he died from pneumonia a few days later.

For 12 years, Wolverton searched for the Spanish Bowen mine and filed several claims. Wolverton built a 20-foot water wheel, all by hand on Mt. Pennel.

This wheel was used to furnish the power to run the mill and to crush ore, which was hauled by sleds pulled by donkeys. His two sons helped him before the mill was abandoned in 1929.

Today, the Bureau of Land Management has the wheel.

It was carried by helicopter to Hanksville, where it was reconstructed under a Historic Preservation Project.

The Wolverton Mill is a unique creation because it combines the functions of wood cutting and ore crushing. The restored mill can be found in the southwest corner of Hanksville, Utah, behind the BLM office.

References: The eloquent memory of Barbra Ekker, may she rest in peace.

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Dirty Garage and Estate Planning

by Jeffery J. McKenna What does cleaning a dirty garage have to do with estate planning?

It’s spring. I love spring, except for one flaw. I know my wife will request that I join her in cleaning the garage as part of our spring-cleaning.

As I clean the garage, I can think of three similarities to estate planning.

First: Most of us would prefer to procrastinate cleaning the garage.

This is true with estate planning as well. An AARP study found that approximately 60% of the adults in the United States have not done any estate planning. A Forbes report confirmed that almost half the adults age 55 and older do not have a will or trust.

Second: Most of us like a clean garage.

I have served clients as an estate planning attorney for 25 years. I have met few people that want to leave a mess for those they love upon their death.

It is one thing to leave a messy garage. It is much worse to leave a messy estate, upon your death, to

those you love.

Third: Even though cleaning the garage takes time, effort and work, we feel a keen sense of accomplishment when it is completed.

I have done over 3,500 estate plans. I can recall hundreds of comments from clients upon the signing of their documents.

They repeatedly state that is was much easier than they anticipated and how great it feels to now have a will and trust for their affairs.

Yes, estate planning does require us to “clean up” our affairs. However, I believe you will find it a lot easier and more rewarding than cleaning the garage.

It’s spring. I will be cleaning my garage. When I finish, I will be glad my wife “strongly encouraged” me to get it done.

If you or someone you know, has a messy or old or NO estate plan, strongly encourage them to “clean it up.”

They will likely find it more fulfilling and less painful than cleaning the garage this spring.

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Jack strode into John’s Stable looking to buy a horse.

“Listen here,” said John. “I’ve got just the horse you're looking for, the only thing is, he was trained by an interesting fellow. He doesn’t go and stop the usual way. The way to get him to stop is to scream 'heyhey,' and the way to get him to go is to scream "Thank God." Jim nodded his head, “Fine with me. Can I take him for a test run?”

Jim was having the time of his life. This horse sure could run, he thought to himself. Jim was speeding down the dirt road when he suddenly saw a cliff up ahead. “Stop!” screamed Jim, but the horse kept on going. No matter how much he tried he could not remember the words to get it to stop. “Yoyo,” screamed Jim, but the horse just kept on speeding ahead.

It was five feet from the cliff when Jim suddenly remembered. “Heyhey!”

Jim screamed. The horse skidded to a halt just one inch from the cliff.

Jim could not believe his good fortune. He looked up to the sky, raised his hands in the air, breathed a deep sigh of relief and said with conviction, “Thank God.”

Busted

The leader of the vegetarian society just couldn’t control himself anymore. He just needed to try some pork, just to see what it tasted like.

So one summer day he told his members he was going on a vacation. He packed out of town, and headed to the nearest restaurant.

After sitting down, he ordered a roasted pig, and impatiently waited for his delicacy. After just a few minutes, he heard someone call his name, and to his great chagrin, he saw one of his fellow members walking towards him.

Just at that same moment, the waiter walked over, with a huge platter, holding a full roasted pig with an apple in it’s mouth.

“Isn’t that something,” says the leader after only a moments pause. “All I do is order an apple, and look what it comes with!”

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

PUNishment

How can you spot a nosy pepper? It gets Jalapeño business!

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THEME:

Fictional Mothers ACROSS 1. Bars 6. Escape or flee 9. Green gemstone or Heather Graham in "The Hangover" 13. Turning point 14. 34th U.S. Pres 15. Actress Sophia ____ 16. Each and all 17. Lake, in France 18. Roof overhangs 19. *Lovable mother of seven in "Harry Potter" Mrs. ____ 21. *Mother in "The Terminator," Sarah ____ 23. Not safe, in baseball 24. "Hold on!"

25. Uno ____, in Mexico 28. Iranian monarch 30. Be a go-between 35. Kind of cuckoos 37. Passing mention 39. Dwelled 40. TV show "____ 911!"

41. *"Beloved" mother 43. Like a tennis skirt 44. Scottish kinship groups 46. Spare in car 47. Email folder 48. Vertical dimension 50. Turf alternative 52. Morse Code dash 53. Hippocratic ____ 55. Three, to Caesar 57. *Margaret White's telekinetic daughter 60. *Elizabeth Zott of "____ in Chemistry" 64. Vernacular 65. R&R hot spot 67. Capital of Vietnam 68. Yours is as good as mine?

69. Tennis retry 70. Cause anxiety (2 words) 71. Bookie's quote 72. Well-kept secret, for some 73. Teatime treat

DOWN 1. Do like volcano 2. Honey home 3. Iris holder 4. Human trunk 5. iPad "pen" 6. *Matriarch, ____ Munster of "The Munsters" 7. *Nadezhda of "The Americans," ____ Elizabeth Jennings, acr.

8. Muhammad's birthplace 9. Melissa Rivers' mom 10. Australian slang for afteroon 11. Widely hunted ruminant 12. Follow ems 15. A particular legume 20. Not pathos 22. Second O in EVOO 24. Kinda white 25. *Mrs. ____, a.k.a.

Marmee 26. Anoint 27. Red Sea peninsula 29. Drive a getaway car, e.g.

31. Goals

32. Like a Harvard building?

33. Plant-based laxative 34. *____ Bunker, mom to Gloria in "All in the Family" 36. Dance partner 38. Drive-____, for short 42. Like a haunted house 45. Daisy dukes, e.g.

49. ____ chi 51. Casts a line 54. Popular electric car 56. Newton's first name 57. Foul substance 58. Matured 59. Bob of "The Joy of Painting" fame 60. Better than never?

61. On top of 62. "High" time 63. Cosine's counterpart 64. In the past 66. *"Married... with Children" mom

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April 25, 2024

Obituaries

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by Mack Oetting ~ mackoetting @gmail.com

Mary Ellen Hiltz 1921 - 2024

PANGUITCH - Mary Ellen Janele Hiltz, age 102, passed away peacefully on April 12, 2024, in Panguitch, surrounded by her family.

Born on October 24, 1921, in Escondido, California, Mary Ellen was the daughter of Louis Janele and Meta Beatie. She married Guy Richard Hiltz on December 21, 1938. Together, they built their home in Solana Beach, CA, in 1940. The couple had 4 children: Glen Richard Hiltz, who sadly passed away while still an infant; Janele J. Jones, Randy J. Hiltz, and Sherry L Fulcher. In May 1970, they moved to San Marcos, California, until April 2022, when she moved in with her daughter, Sherry, in Panguitch.

Mary Ellen is survived by three children; 5 grandchildren; and 4 great-grandchildren. Children: Janele J. Jones, Utah; Randy J. Hiltz, California; and SherryL Fulcher, Utah. Grandchildren: Michael C. Jones and Craig C. Jones of California; David Hiltz of Virgina; Jennifer Hiltz of California; and Lyle Barksdale of Maryland. Great-grandchildren: Chase M. Barksdale, Pennsylvania; Liam M., and Riley G. Barksdale, of Maryland; and Kaylee R Hiltz, California.

She was preceded in death by her parents, Meta, and Louis Janele; her infant son, Glen Richard Hiltz; and her husband, Guy R. Hiltz.

Cremation in the Magleby Mortuary and Cremation Center. The internment will be in Yuma, Arizona. Online guestbook at www.maglebymortuary.com The family would like to extend their gratitude to all the home hospice nurses and staff for their wonderful care and support. In lieu of flowers, please consider a donation to St. Jude Children's Research Hospital.

Mark McKay Munson TROPIC - Mark McKay Munson, 71, passed away on April 15, 2024, at home with his family at his side.

Mark grew up in a loving home in Tropic, Utah. Mark’s love for fishing reflects his life. That battle to reel in the big fish, the hook, and set the fight until you reel the big fish in. Today, Mark’s line gave way to the fish at the end.

Mark’s line gave way to health issues.

Mark was born in Panguitch Utah, on April 14th, 1953. He was raised in Tropic Utah. He graduated from Bryce Valley High School, where he went on to work his first job with the BLM in Nevada doing cadastral survey, then worked for Kaibab operating heavy machinery, then moved into the drilling field.

He worked for Neighbors Drilling for 32 years from which he retired in 2017.

He voiced that he “should have gone on to become a petroleum geologist as it was easier on the body.” He was given many opportunities for advancement and was proud of his accomplishments. The advancements would take him away from home more and require more travel, which Mark did not want to do. Mark married Patty Lindley in 1973, and they had three children, Mary, Bruce, and Chris.

Their union ended in 1978. Mark then married Sharon Ferguson in 1981 and adopted Kimberly, David, Mark, and Dawn. Their union ended in 2017. His children gave him strength during the rough times and laughter and joy all of the time. He was proud of his kids and his family and friends. We will hold dear the stories and have the privilege to tell them to keep the memory of the funny, loving father. Mark lived out his final years as a single bachelor enjoying his retirement.

Mark is survived by his children, Kimberly (Jerry) Johnson, Mary Krogman, Mark (Leslie) Munson Jr., and Dawn Chaplin. Siblings James Richard Munson, Ella (Loyd) Colvin, Scott (Maxine) Munson, Joann (Gordon) Topham, and Elaine Brown, Ann (Frank) Alleman Sisterin-law. He has 22 grandchildren and 18 great-grandchildren. Mark is preceded in death by his parents James S. and LaRene Ott Munson, Chris D Munson (brother), Florence Munson (sister), Myrna Western Munson (sister-inlaw), Dahl L. Brown (brother-in-law).

Mark enjoyed hunting, fishing, and being in the outdoors. Mark traveled to Costa Rica, Venezuela, Bolivia, and Pakistan for work. He traveled to Peru to pick Mark Jr. up from his mission. He traveled throughout Utah and Nevada hunting and fishing. Mark was always in the mountains, whether it was the Griffin/Barney Top Mountains, Boulder Mountains, Mount Dutton, or the Paunsaugunt. He was either hunting for animals or trees to harvest for winter. He spent a lot of time fishing all over southern Utah, as well as going deep-sea fishing. Mark was very good with his hands and fixing things. He will be deeply missed by his family, friends, and all those who knew him.

Mark requested no services to be held for him. He has requested a cremation with ashes to be spread in his favorite Southern Utah areas. In lieu of flowers, Mark has asked that you plant a tree in his honor at https://www.alivingtribute.org/ or donate to Marine Conservation in honor of his granddaughter, Taylor, at donate.padiaware.org shark census. Arrangements were made at Southern Utah Mortuary. Online condolences can be made at mortuary.org.

Our lawn is looking like it is already June. After putting on fertilizer, I am going to have to mow it sometime this week. Pat and I had a little spring fever and went for a ride up to Panguitch Lake to see what things look like.

There is a lot of water coming down our stream, and it was flooded up in one section, but nothing was running over the banks. We couldn’t see where the break was from our car, but the lake is still full. It is only down about a couple of feet below where the break is. The temperature was 59 degrees, and the lake was still frozen clear to the shoreline. It looks like letting out the water at this level will last all summer, with the spring melt off and all. The farmers and garden growers should be thrilled when they start letting the water into the irrigation pipes.

We went on over Highway 143 down to Parowan. The snow on the top of the ride is beautiful. There weren’t any snowmobile tracks anywhere, and there were miles of this great looking

snow. Brian Head has new owners. There were a few cars parked in the parking lot, so don’t put away your boards just yet. Get up, and at least get one more run in.

I had a question about the water shares in our area. Each lot in town was given 1/3 of a share of water. The original water came down ditches, and you, more or less, flooded your property when your water turn came; it could be at 2 in the morning.

When the closed water piping came in, each lot owner gave up his 1/3 share for this great time-saver. We had a cabin in Parowan with ditch water, and our turn was at midnight once a week. I would close off our section and go to bed, and in the morning hardly any water came down our ditch. When it was our turn, I would go to bed, and when our light went out, it was a signal to the next one down the ditch. They would pull out our blocks and get an extra share of water. The big shareholders are the farmers in our area that need a whole lot

more water for their crops.

The second biggest owner is Panguitch City—which put in the closed piping. In the past, if you didn’t have any water shares, you had to buy a share, and it could be from anywhere in the state. I don’t think that is done anymore.

There are a couple of warnings for those that worry about the cost of living (COL). In California, the bird flu is back, and millions of chickens are being killed in order to stop it. Last time, egg prices got way too high.

We changed to cereals and haven’t gone back to eggs.

Prices have also increased for chocolate. The country that grows the most cocoa beans is in a big drought, and the price for them has gone through the roof. If you donate candy to the Chocolate Fest, you might want to get a head start.

Fewer Americans are writing wills. Estate planners saw a spike in wills and trusts during the pandemic. Since then only 32% of adults reported having a will in 2024. The percentage of people over

70 with wills or trusts has been in steady decline for years. Without one, the local courts take over, and that could mean trouble.

What is the biggest reason given for not having a will? It is procrastination.

The U.S. has 550 "Million Dollar Cities," or areas where the typical cost of a home is $1 million or more. California has the most with 210, which is more than the next five runner-up cities combined. Florida has lost three of these cities.

It looks like the GOP in the U.S. Congress has gone against their leader and pushed through a $93 billion dollar bill to give money to Ukraine for weapons. This goes against those that favor Russia in that war. Money for Israel for defensive weapons and Gaza and the Asian islands for protection from China is also included in the bill.

"If you want something said, ask a man. If you want something done, ask a woman. " —Margaret Thatcher.

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Farm to Fork: This workshop serves as a platform not only to showcase the

remarkable work of local farms and schools, but to empower and connect food service professionals, parents, and community members passionate about connecting youth with local food and agriculture.—Natalie McHale, the Farm to School Marketing Specialist for the Utah Department of Agriculture Farm to Fork Cont'd from A1

shop welcomes the public, providing a distinctive chance to explore Boulder Mountain Guest Ranch. Attendees will gain invaluable insights into their ranching practices and the benefits derived from supplying our local schools. The site visit includes a tour of Boulder Mountain Guest Ranch, followed by a networking workshop conducted to identify regional needs within farm-to-school programming.

"Awareness of a sustainable food systems' importance and the demand for fresher, healthier school meals is on the rise," stated Natalie McHale, Farm-toSchool Marketing Special-

ist for the Utah Department of Agriculture and Food.

"Bridging the gap between farms and cafeterias has become imperative. This workshop serves as a platform not only to showcase the remarkable work of local farms and schools, but to empower and connect food service professionals, parents, and community members passionate about connecting youth with local food and agriculture."

The farm-to-school movement has gained momentum in recent years, with schools across the country recognizing the benefits of serving fresh, locally sourced food to students. Beyond promoting healthier eating habits, these initiatives also contribute to the local econo-

my, support farmers, and foster a deeper connection between youth and the food they eat.

Boulder Mountain Guest Ranch, a key beef supplier to many regional schools through Headwater’s Ranch, has generously offered to host the workshop. This invitation extends not only to community members from Boulder and the surrounding areas, but also to school nutrition staff from the schools they supply. This provides a unique opportunity for them to witness firsthand the sourcing of their meat.

Headwater's Ranch forged connections with schools throughout the U.S. Department of Agriculture's (USDA) Local Food for Schools Cooperative

Agreement, a nationwide program aimed at enhancing school meal programs.

Under the oversight of the Utah State Board of Education (USBE), they are leveraging these funds to allocate over $1.9 million to schools, facilitating the increased procurement and distribution of local and regional foods—including local beef and bison—and beverages for schools participating in the National School Lunch and School Breakfast Programs.

If you are interested in attending the workshop, visit www.utfarmtofork. org to register and receive the full line up of events.

You may also email Natalie McHale at nmchale@ utah.gov for more information.

Obituaries Jeneal Moosman 1943 - 2024

LOA - Jeneal Moosman, born November 9, 1943, in Circleville, Utah. Passed away April 14, 2024, in Mt. Pleasant, Utah Goodbye everyone, guess I danced my last dance!

My life has been full of ups and downs, but I’ve had a good life. I loved working as an EMT for Sanpete and Wayne Counties for 17 years. I graduated from Utah State University in 2002 (at the age of 59!) with a bachelor’s degree in Family Human Development, Cum Laude. After graduation, I had the privilege of working with special needs children and senior citizens.

My life’s work has included owning my own businesses, volunteering for the Wayne County Food Bank and the honor of working with seniors through the Meals on Wheels Program. Working with my sisters as a volunteer for the Fishlake National Forest in the Information Program was always the highlight of my summers.

I filled my life with raising horses, making quilts, camping, dancing whenever I got the opportunity, spending time in the mountains, catching the fall colors at just the right time, landing fish on plastic worms, and watching the sunset.

I enjoyed growing gardens and seeing my flowers bloom.

Some of life’s many hardships are to bury our children and loved ones. My baby brother died at the age of 15; my little grandson passed at age 4; my stepson at age 28; my son at age 44; and my son-in-law. At the time of each of them passing, I felt my grief was insurmountable, but these losses teach us to be strong and we must go on.

I leave behind my most precious memories, my children, grandchildren and great-grandchildren, sisters, nieces and nephews, and many friends; my children: Tamera (Mitchell) Draper, Eddie (Shawna) Anderson, Wanda (Dwight, deceased) Oyler; 13 grandchildren; 12 great-grandchildren; my sisters: Velma Moosman, Rose Shepherd and LuJean Hunt.

Waiting to greet me on the other side: my son, Paul Anderson; my grandson, Justin Simons; my son-in-law, Dwight Oyler; my parents: LeRoy James and Guelda Rose Buckler Moosman; my siblings: DelRoy John and Virginia Moosman, Mary Elizabeth and Harvey Madson, Foster Valdean Moosman and George Moosman; brothers-in-law: Frank Shepherd, Duane Hunt, and Roy Daniels.

The family would like to thank the “Angels in Scrubs.” The help, compassion and love they have extended to our family cannot ever be fully acknowledged. These wonderful people made it possible for Mom to come home for as long as she was able and after that, they worked tirelessly to make Mom comfortable at the assisted living. Thank you from the bottom of our hearts.

Private family services were held, and burial was in the Loa Cemetery under the care of the Springer Turner Funeral Home of Richfield and Salina, Utah.

Online guest book at: www.springerturner.com

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60th Anniversary &

Norman and Debra McKee are celebrating their 60th wedding anniversary.

They were married April 24, 1964, in the Mesa, Arizona Temple. Norman was born in Utah and moved to Arizona as a teenager where he met Debra, and they dated before he left on an LDS mission to Scotland. They married not long after his return.

They moved to Logan where Norman graduated from Utah State University and began a 35 year career with the Utah Division of Wildlife Resources. It was a dream job for him as he enjoys being outdoors. They moved to Kanab after graduation for a couple of years and then settled in Panguitch, where they have spent the last 55 years. Debra earned a license in cosmetology but spent most of her time raising their kids. As the kids got older, she worked at the elementary school, hospital and at Ruby’s Inn at Bryce Canyon. Norman enjoys spending time outdoors and working on his outdoor/wildlife photography business. Debra has enjoyed doing genealogy and making quilts for her kids and grandkids. They both love any time they get to spend with their family.

They have five children: Eileen (Nolberto), Darwin (Sara), Laresa (Chad), Brent (Kellen) and Brenda. They have eight grandchildren and one great granddaughter, with another coming in July.

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Water Update: The timing and magnitude of our snowpack peak plays a crucial role in our water management strategies. We have all this snow still in the mountains, and we need to pay attention to how it melts.—Candice Hasenyager, director of the Division of Water Resources Water Update Cont'd from A1

Water Supply Report, the state received 150% of its typical amount of snow water equivalent (SWE) for March. Utah received 156% of normal precipitation for the month, bringing the water-year-to-date value to 117% of normal, up an additional 6% from the end of February.

Stream gages contribute to this positive narrative, with 60% flowing normally to above-normal levels. This widespread positive trend enhances the resilience of Utah’s water systems. The extra volume has rivers and streams moving very fast and it can be treacherous—especially for children and pets.

Great Salt Lake (GSL) has seen a noteworthy net increase, rising around 2.5 feet since October. This positive change in lake levels adds to the actions and investments from the Legislature over the past three years to preserve and protect the lake. DNR actions, such as the modification of the GSL berm, as directed in the governor's executive order, have reduced salinity and shown signs of benefiting the brine shrimp population in the south arm of the lake.

Rising temperatures, while beneficial for spring runoff, require careful monitoring. A balance must be maintained to avoid both flooding from rapid melting and inadequate water replenishment from slow melting.

Statewide, reservoirs are currently at an im-

pressive 85%, showcasing solid water storage.

This level is around 20% higher than normal and a drastic contrast to last year when reservoirs statewide were a little over half full.

These figures reaffirm the strength and importance of our water storage and infrastructure. Many reservoirs across the state have released water ahead of spring runoff.

“Spring runoff is really where the magic happens for water supply,” Hasenyager said. “Knowing how much water to release and estimating how

much water will make its way into the reservoir requires continual monitoring” Continued vigilance and management remain essential as we navigate these dynamic conditions.

Utah’s water resources rely on our ability to effectively respond to changing conditions and ensure the sustainability of our water supply.

In Utah, about 95% of our water supply comes from snowpack. Reservoirs and storage help us preserve that water for use in dry summer months and

drought years. To encourage water conservation among Utahns, the Department of Natural Resources continues to promote initiatives such as the Agricultural Optimization Program for farmers and SlowtheFlow.org for residents. These programs aim to educate and incentivize water-saving practices, ensuring Utahns become more droughtresilient and prepare for future conditions.

—Utah Department of Natural Resources | Division of Water Resources

Utah Mayor Calls for More Federal Dollars for Rural Communities

by Alex Gonzalez | Utah News Connection UTAH - Federal and agency officials convened with stakeholders in southeastern Utah to discuss how federal funds can help grow and strengthen local economies.

Lenise Peterman, mayor of Helper in Carbon County, said money from major legislation like the Bipartisan Infrastructure Act and the Inflation Reduction Act often bypasses communities like hers, which are often the most in need.

Peterman was part of the "Coal Country at a Crossroads Listening Session," examining the challenges of smaller, rural communities in addressing needs for clean energy, workforce and economic development, and infrastructure.

"I felt very optimistic, because I felt like I was

no longer just this region, somewhere tucked away in the intermountain area, but somebody that they had to look at and see, and hear them say, 'I need to get this funding. How do I do this?'" Peterman recounted.

Like many rural towns, Helper has seen a declining coal industry.

In 2022, five operators in Utah produced coal worth $504 million, down 15% from the previous year. Peterman pointed out power plants and coal mines have traditionally been the sources of well-paid jobs, but communities like hers are figuring out how to adapt with the times and ensure people can continue to call rural Utah home.

Peterman said she considers the listening session a success, as it brought together federal officials

and local leaders to focus on possible solutions.

She noted one message was the government may need to do more to ensure communities like Helper, as she put it, "don't fall through the cracks."

"How do we equate a rural community with these more urban areas that have headcount, and have people on staff who can look into these federal funding opportunities and collect them?" Peterman suggested.

She added she works with a team of 15 other individuals but is the sole grant writer for her town.

Legislation in Congress, called the "Rebuild Rural America Act," would have allocated money to help smaller communities compete for federal dollars but got stuck in a Senate committee last year.

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Schools and Sports Panguitch Boys Win at North Sevier Meet

by Nancy Goude

by Mack Oetting

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Clara Peterson's mechanics by frame as she prepares to launch the shot put recently for Escalante. Peterson competed in four different events, including the shot put, to lead her team at the North Sevier Invitational on April 20.

SALINA - The Panguitch boys’ team won the North Sevier Invitational. Tyler Cox continued his domination of the hurdling events with wins in both the 110 meter and 300 meter hurdles, while teammate Daxton Miller’s massive toss in the javelin of 170 feet 7 inches earned him the blue ribbon. Wins in the 4x400 also locked up

the first place finish for the Bobcats on April 20.

Wins by Annie Yardley in the 1600, Brooke Albrecht in the 3200 meter and Tabetha Henrie in the 800 meter earned the Panguitch girls’ team the third place finish.

Bryce Valley’s Kira Platt turned in solid efforts in the 100 meter race, long jump, and high jump to highlight her team’s per-

formance.

Escalante’s Clara Peterson led the Moquis by competing in four different events—1600 meter, 400 meter, shot put, and discus—while senior Sonata Griffin raced the 100 meter, tossed the javelin, and leapt in the long jump.

Tyler Leavitt of Escalante had three solid finishes in the shot put, discus, and javelin and

was the top finisher for the Moquis. Teammate Xander Griffin continued to boost his team this season by competing in two running events and two throwing events.

The Moquis travel to Delta for the Signature Real Estate Delta Invitational on April 27.

For full results, go to insiderutah.com

Snow College Commencement Planned for May 2 & 3 EPHRAIM/RICHFIELD - Snow College will celebrate its 1,335 graduates during ceremonies on May 2-3. The class of 2024 represent students from 28 of Utah’s 29 counties, 29 different states, and 27 nations. The youngest graduate is 16, and the oldest is 64.

The Richfield ceremony will be held in the Sevier Valley Center on May 2. Guests are asked to be seated no later than 10:45 to allow room for the processional march.

Dennis Jorgensen, a successful business owner and prominent fixture of the central Utah community, will address the graduates.

Ruth Jackson, a selfless community servant and champion of expanding higher education access in central Utah, will be recognized for her contribution to the community.

The Ephraim ceremony will be held outdoor in the Terry Foote Stadium on May 3. Guests need to be seated by 2:30 PM, when the processional march begins. Businessman and higher education advocate Brent Brown will address the graduates and receive

an honorary degree. Eddie Cox, founder and president of CentraCom and longtime friend of Snow College, will also be recognized for his contributions with an honorary degree.

Joseph Bliss of Oak City, Utah, will be recognized as the valedictorian

and will speak at both ceremonies. Joseph is graduating with certificates in manual machining, CNC machining, composites, and beginning welding in addition to Associate of Applied Science in Industrial Technology and Associate of Science degrees.

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Additional details about the commencement events, including the bachelor’s degree convocation on May 2, can be found at www.snow.edu/commencement, and detailed demographics about the graduating class are attached.

—Snow College

Panguitch softball season is just two weeks away from the first round of the state tournament, with their final home game being on Tuesday, April 30th, against Milford. With a 6-8 record, the Lady Cats have made many improvements through the course of the season and look to finish strong.

If you weren’t at the ball field last Tuesday, you missed a couple of exciting games against the Wayne Badgers. The Cats got on the board in the bottom of the first inning after Kadee Harland doubled and Kenli Hatch singled, scoring one run. The Cats flipped the game on its head in the bottom of the second, scoring six runs on six hits to take an 8-3 lead. The Cats tallied 22 hits in the game.

Hatch and Harland were a force together in the lineup, as they each collected four hits while hitting back to back. Jocelyn Certonio, Torgersen, and Berkli Black collected multiple hits, and Olivia Jessop stole two bases, part of six stolen bases that night for the Bobcats. Katie Hatch started the game pitching, and Kenli came in as relief.

The second game was even more exciting. Despite trailing by as many as ten runs, the Cats rallied to score seven runs in the top of the 6th inning and seven runs in the top of the 7th, and beat Wayne, 25-20, in a real pitcher’s duel. Brooklyn Harland, Certonio, Torgersen, Brooklee Mosdell, Makenzzie Roundy, Jessop, Harland, Hatch and Kayslee Smith each collected multiple hits for the Cats. Kenli and Brooklyn Harland managed the pitching duties, and the Cats turned one double play.

The Cats have three games left in the season, and on May 4th, it will be the first round playoff.

The Bobcats had a really big track meet at North Sevier last Saturday. Here are the highlights from the meet. Many of these lower scores were first in 1A. • Girls 1600M: Annie Yardley, 1st; Brooke

Albrecht, 4th; Paisley Henrie, 8th • Boys Sprint Medley: PHS 4th • Boys 110 Hurdles: Tyler Cox, 1st; Buckley Dalton, 2nd; Trentin Keele, 5th.

• Girls 400M: Tabetha Henrie, 5th; Annie Yardley, 6th.

• Girls Shot Put: Byntlee Owens, 6th; Jocelyn Certonio, 8th.

• Boys Discus: Bridger Chappell, 2nd; Koda Bridges, 4th.

• Boys 800M: Josh Perez.

• Boys 200M: Daxton Miller, 8th • Girls 3200M: Brooke Albrecht, 1st; Paisley Henrie, 5th.

• Boys 3200M: Mark Tebbs, 6th; Lincoln Henrie, 7th • Girls 4x400M: PHS 6th • Boys 4x400M: Boys 1st • 400M: Tyler Cox • Girls 4x100 Relay: PHS 7th.

• Boys 4x100 Relay: PHS 5th.

• Boys 300M Hurdles: Tyler Cox, 1st; Buckley Dalton, 3rd, Trenton Keele, 4th; Max Albrecht, 8th.

• Girls 800M: Tabetha Henrie, 1st; Anne Yardley, 5th.

• Girls High Jump: Tabetha Henrie, 2nd • Boys High Jump: Tyler Cox, 2nd; Daxton Miller, 6th.

• Girls Javelin: Brayli Frandsen, 1st; Maci Frandsen, 3rd; Cloee Orton, 5th; Lillee Torgerson, 6th.

• Boys Javelin: Daxton Miller, 1st; Renne Chappell, 4th; Braysen Frandsen, 7th The team scores are all together, 1A - 3A. I have listed all of the 1A schools: PHS boys were1st with 114.5, Rich 6th with 33 points, Bryce Valley 10th with 12 points, Wayne had 2 points.

PHS girls were 3rd with 92 points, 4th was Rich with 73 points, and Wayne was 11th with 6 points.

In the Girls Division: 1st was North Sevier and South Sevier.

The Bobcats have one more meet on April 26 at Water Canyon, and then the region will be at Escalante on May 8th. Bring your own chairs. State will be at BYU on May 17 - 18th; bring your raincoat.

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SkyWatcher Leo T The Lyrid Meteor Shower and a NASA/JPL Spacecraft is Bound for Jupiter's Moon, Europa

by Leonard Thomas

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The Lyrid meteor shower has kicked off—starting on April 15th—and is taking place until April 29th.

It is one busy time above us in the skies. The April weather dropped 20 degrees in one day and back the other way in a couple more.

After dark, amongst other treats, find a dark spot up on the Moab rim, out on Great Salt Lake, in a dark spot around Escalante, or behind a tree in your neighborhood, at least, because the Lyrid meteor shower has kicked off— starting on April 15th— and is happening after midnight in a sky near you.

They shoot out of the direction of the constellation Lyra, the harp, featuring beautiful Vega. Grab a hot beverage and look towards midnight, if you can, and even later if you are up towards the dusk, and they may come from all directions. It takes place until April 29th.

The peak was April 21st through dawn the 22nd, when they were highest in the sky at 10 to 15 an hour.

In our ever changing

universe, many astronomers think Betelgeuse—a beautiful, red supergiant hanging near Orion— may explode some time.

It could be tomorrow or 100,000 years from now.

When it does explode, it will be brighter than the full moon—bright enough to be seen during the day or cast shadows in the night.

Another star of interest is Eta Carinae, which is visible mostly from the Southern Hemisphere. This binary star system is hundreds of times the mass of the sun. Around 180 years ago, Eta Carinae experienced a massive outburst. The star survived, but its next outburst may result in a supernova that destroys the star.

For some time now, scientists have had a good idea that behind Jupiter’s moon, Europa’s icy shell is a vast ocean. NASA's Europa Clipper and the JPL crews are excited for the probe to conduct a detailed reconnaissance and investigate whether the icy moon could have condi-

tions suitable for life.

Engineers at NASA’s Jet Propulsion Laboratory in southern California are running final tests and preparing the agency’s Europa Clipper spacecraft for the next leg of its journey; it will be launching from NASA’s Kennedy Space Center in Florida. Europa Clipper will orbit Jupiter first and then focus on the planet’s ice-encased moon. It is expected to leave JPL later this spring.

Listen to the April 16, 2024, episode of the SkyWatcher Leo T podcast to hear a reading from northern Utah poet Margret Petis.

Leonard Thomas has a Bachelor of Science degree in Comprehensive Broadcasting and worked as a park ranger as a star guide at Capitol Reef National Park. He is a resident of Torrey, Utah, and is the creator of the podcast SkyWatcher Leo T, which is available to listen to on Spotify.

Rehab Project: The National Park Service (NPS),

in cooperation with the Federal Highway Administration (FHWA), will begin work on an approximately $12 million project to rehabilitate Scenic Drive and multiple parking lots in Capitol Reef National Park.

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Utah State Route 24. When planning a visit, be prepared for full parking lots and congestion at popular locations such as the trailheads for Hickman Bridge and Grand Wash. Have a backup plan and consider hiking these popular trails early in the morning or later in the afternoon.

Much of the park’s infrastructure was origi-

agreement, the Bureau of Land Management and U.S. Department of Agriculture Forest Service (USFS) are seeking public input to help inform an environmental analysis of a potential expansion to Skyline Mine.

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and make accessibility improvements, including additional accessible parking spaces, sidewalks, and low-slope grading.

More information and updates throughout the duration of the project can be found on the park website at https://www. nps.gov/care/planyourvisit/scenic-drive-rehabilitation-project.htm.

—Capitol Reef National Park

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nally designed and built in the 1960s when the park received about 160,000 visitors per year. Currently, more than 1.2 million visitors experience Capitol Reef National Park annually, and improvements are needed to increase safety and accommodate the increased visitation. Work on Scenic Drive will improve drainage issues due to the area’s flood-prone landscape; widen roads especially in tight curve areas;

Trust, and WildEarth Guardians—resulted in Canyon Fuel relinquishing coal leases in Utah containing 17 million tons of coal and a commitment by the BLM and USFS to prepare an Environmental Impact Statement (EIS) for the potential expansion of Skyline Mine.

The settlement also stipulates that the environmental analysis will fully consider the potential social costs due to climate change from the expansion.

The Bureaus will analyze the potential impacts of

issuing a lease for the Little Eccles Federal Coal Lease Tract (120 acres) and approving a modification of the Flat Canyon Lease Tract (640 acres). The two tracts include a combined total of approximately 10.8 million tons of recoverable coal.

A Notice of Intent was published in the April 15, 2024, Federal Register to open a 45-day comment period. Comments will be accepted until May 30, 2024.

Comments may be submitted through the “Participate Now” feature at the BLM National NEPA Register or delivered to: • Bureau of Land Man-

agement: Attn: Skyline Mine Little Eccles Lease and Flat Canyon Lease Modification EIS | 125 South 600 West Price, Utah, 84501 The public is invited to participate in two inperson meetings and one virtual meeting during the public comment period.

The specific dates and locations of the scoping meeting will be announced in advance through the BLM ePlanning page and the BLM website.

—Bureau of Land Management | United States Forest Service

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Rough Riders: We take a lot of pride in our trails

and see it as a privilege to ride these trails. We pick up trash, we always leave it cleaner than we found it. These are our lands for us to enjoy but we also need to be responsible, we take care of them.—Susan Gallego, president of Garfield Rough Riders

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the group, currently has about 30 members. The Rough Riders meet during the first Thursday evening of each month— the monthly meeting often involves a potluck— and for scheduled rides and service projects.

“We want to do this for the community because we know there are people that like to go on rides,” said Gallego.” And to learn about trails—there’s an abundance of trails.” She noted that in addition to the rides and the sociability, involvement in the group includes an emphasis on service projects and safe riding.

“We take a lot of pride in our trails and see it as a privilege to ride these trails. We pick up trash, we always leave it cleaner than we found it,” said Gallego. “These are our lands for us to enjoy but we also need to be responsible, we take care of them.”

In a few short years, Garfield Rough Riders community service projects have included installing kiosks on Highway 143 and in Hatch, installation of six picnic tables in places like Pink Cliffs, Casto Canyon and Smith Canyon, as well as obtaining a Bobcat skid steer, trail dozer and mini excavator, all for trail maintenance—with projects and acquisitions often in partnership with Panguitch City and the county.

“We apply for grants, which require matching funding, and our dues help with the match.

When we gather trash we keep a log, and we can turn those logs in which can be applied towards grants, for hours earned,” said Gallego. She said the group is also always looking for “other things we can do for the community, things that make sense.”

And what about those rides? For their February ride, the Rough Riders joined the Tushar Mountain ATV Club to ride the Three Corners / Beaver Dam area where Utah, Arizona and Nevada meet, trailering over to Littlefield, Ariz. The two groups rode the Virgin River Gorge and visited the “Thelma and Louise” overlook (adorned with a fence full of old bras).

In March the group went through Capitol Reef National Park to Ticaboo, and in April joined the Tushar Mountain Club again for a ride to Gooseberry Mesa.

Upcoming scheduled rides during the month of May include a ride up Highway 89 to Circleville, a ride to The Poverty Trail in the Kanab area, and another ride close by, from the fairgrounds to Casto Canyon.

In June, during the Panguitch Quilt Walk, Gallego says that group leaders have decided to offer a ride to non-quilter spouses who are attending the Quilt Walk. Participants can bring their own vehicle, or rent a discounted ATV through a local outfitter—for this ride, the group will go up

Courtesy Susan Gallego

The Garfield Rough Riders is currently comprised of 30 OHV enthusiasts. The group meets during the first Thursday evening of each month—the monthly meeting often involves a potluck—and for scheduled rides and service projects.

Sanford Canyon, and back through Limekiln, about a 5-6 hour trip.

“These are things we can do to build up positive thoughts for the community. We don’t charge anything for the ride," said Gallego.

Then, in July, during the Bryce Valley Rally, members of the Rough Riders serve as guides and prior to the event, club members will help with the trails cleanup. “That’s a big boost to the community,” said Gallego, “because we get 300 people signed up for the rally, they stay for three or four days, and fill up our hotels and restaurants.”

The membership fee for Garfield Rough Riders is $25/year for the whole family—which can in-

clude everyone that lives in the same household.

Gallego has polished up her tech skills and recently posted a new Garfield Rough Riders Web site (https://garfieldrr. com), which outlines their upcoming ride schedule, highlights of past rides, and community service projects.

Currently, most members of the Rough Riders are retired, though others do have full-time jobs.

“We’re trying to get young people and families with kids, to get them aware of the trails. We’re trying to broaden our reach with the community to show everyone can have fun doing this,” said Gallego.

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Legal Notices NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING TORREY TOWN There will be a public hearing to discuss a Property Disposal Ordinance on May 2, 2024, at 6:30 PM at the Torrey Town Office, 75 East 100 North, Torrey, Utah.

Public comment will be invited.

Published in The Wayne and Garfield County Insider on APRIL 18 & 25, 2024 NOTICE TO WATER USERS The applications below were filed with the Division of Water Rights in Wayne County. These are informal proceedings per Rule 655-6-2. Protests concerning an application must be legibly written or typed, contain the name and mailing address of the protesting party, STATE THE APPLICATION NUMBER PROTESTED, CITE REASONS FOR 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 on or before May 22, 2024 either electronically using the Division`s on-line Protest of Application form, by hand delivery to a Division office, or by mail at PO Box 146300, Salt Lake City, UT 84114-6300. Please visit waterrights.utah.gov or call (801)538-7240 for additional information.

GARFIELD COUNTY NEW APPLICATION(S) 97-2521 (A84167): Matthew Monjello propose(s) using 1.73 ac-ft. from groundwater (South of Boulder) for DOMESTIC; IRRIGATION; STOCKWATERING. 97-2522 (A84170): State of Utah School and Institutional Trust Lands Administration propose(s) using 1.722 ac-ft. from groundwater (Smith Fork) for STOCKWATERING. WAYNE COUNTY NEW APPLICATION(S) 95-5524 (A84176): State of Utah School and Institutional Trust Land propose(s) using 1.73 ac-ft. from groundwater (Larry Canyon Section) for STOCKWATERING. EXTENSION(S) 95-5346 (A75595a): USA National Park Service is/ are filing an extension for 0.008 cfs OR 0.64 ac-ft. from groundwater (15 miles SE of Torrey) for IRRIGATION. Teresa Wilhelmsen, P.E. State Engineer Published in The Wayne and Garfield County Insider on APRIL 25 and MAY 2, 2024

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Legal Notices SURPLUS SALE GARFIELD COUNTY GARFIELD COUNTY IS ACCEPTING SEALED BIDS ON THE FOLLOWING ITEMS: 2021 DODGE RAM, 3C6UR5DL9MG561802, WHITE, DIESEL, 4WD, CREW CAB 2015 DODGE RAM, 1C6RR7VT8FS581096, BLACK, GAS, 4WD, CREW CAB SNOW PLOW FOR A BOBCAT (DOES HAVE RUST AND THE CYLINDERS LEAK) BIDS WILL BE ACCEPTED IN THE COUNTY CLERK’S OFFICE UNTIL 5:00 P.M.,MAY 10TH, 2024.

BIDS WILL BE OPENED MONDAY MAY 13TH, 2024 IN THE COMMISSION CHAMBERS OF THE GARFIELD COUNTY COURTHOUSE DURING THE REGULARLY SCHEDULED COMMISSION MEETING, 55 SOUTH MAIN STREET, PANGUITCH, UTAH. THE SUCCESSFUL BIDDER WILL HAVE 48 HOURS TO COMPLETE THE TRANSACTION. All vehicles will be sold in “as is” condition, and all sales will be final. Purchases can be made with cash or certified check. Garfield County reserves the right to accept or reject any and all offers. For additional information contact the Clerk’s Office at (435) 676-1100 or www. garfield.utah.gov.

Published in The Wayne and Garfield County Insider on APRIL 25 and MAY 2 & 9, 2024 NOTICE TO CREDITORS 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 RUSSELL SCOTT LATCH, deceased, NOTICE TO CREDITORS, Case No. 2436000009, Assigned Judge: MARVIN D. BAGLEY, NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that BRENDA LAGUARTA was appointed as Personal Representative of the estate of RUSSELL SCOTT LATCH and creditors of the estate are given notice to present their claims to BARRY L. HUNTINGTON, 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 2nd day of April, 2024. BARRY L. HUNTINGTON Published in The Wayne and Garfield County Insider on APRIL 11, 18 & 25 and MAY 2, 2024 NOTICE TO CREDITORS 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 DENISE LOUISE FULLMER, deceased, NOTICE TO CREDITORS, Case No. 2436000008, Assigned Judge: MANDY LARSEN, NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that ROBERT MILLER was appointed as Personal Representative of the estate of DENISE LOUISE FULLMER and creditors of the estate are given notice to present their claims to BARRY L. HUNTINGTON, 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 2nd day of April, 2024. BARRY L. HUNTINGTON Published in The Wayne and Garfield County Insider on APRIL 11, 18 & 25 and MAY 2, 2024 PUBLIC NOTICE DATE CHANGE FOR BICKNELL PLANNING COMMISSION Bicknell Town Planning and Zoning Commission will be held May 14 at 7:00 PM instead of May 21 at 7:00 PM. If you wish to be on this agenda, please contact Kelsey Brinkerhoff at 435-425-2215 no later than May 13th by 3 PM. Published in The Wayne and Garfield County Insider on APRIL 18 & 25, 2024 PUBLIC NOTICE TIME CHANGE FOR BICKNELL TOWN WORK MEETING Bicknell Town Work meeting will be held April 25 at 6:00 PM instead of April 25 at 7:00 PM. If you have any questions please contact Kelsey Brinkerhoff, Town Clerk.

Published in The Wayne and Garfield County Insider on APRIL 25, 2024 ACCEPTING BIDS TICABOO UTILITY IMPROVEMENT DISTRICT Ticaboo Utility Improvement District (TUID) is accepting open bids for a 2012 Fleetwood mobile home in good condition for sale or long-term rental. Bids will be accepted thru April 30, 2024. Interested parties should call or email for pictures, appraisals if the party is interested in purchase, and current market rent schedules in the town of Ticaboo for parties interested in a long-term rental. TUID has the right to negotiate and/or refuse any bid that does not meet market value. Please call the district at (435) 337-2021, or email admin@ticaboouid.com for detailed information.

Published in The Wayne and Garfield County Insider on MARCH 28 and APRIL 4, 11, 18 & 25, 2024

NOTICE OF FINAL TAX SALE GARFIELD COUNTY Notice is hereby given that on the 23rd day of May, 2024 at 10:00 o’clock a.m. in the Garfield County Courthouse, 55 South Main Street, Panguitch, Utah, I will offer for sale at public auction and sell to the highest bidder for cash, under the provisions of Section 59-2-1351.1, the following described real property located in the county and now delinquent and subject to tax sale. A bid for less than the total amount of taxes, interest, penalty, and administrative cost which are a charge upon the real estate will not be accepted.

NOTICE: The Garfield County Recorder’s Office has maps available upon request for a nominal fee. IT IS THE RESPONSIBILITY OF THE BIDDER TO DETERMINE THE PHYSICAL ASPECTS OF THE LAND, ITS GEOGRAPHICAL LOCATION, ACCESSIBILITY AND AVAILABILITY OR VALIDITY OF WATER RIGHTS. PARCEL 1.

Frank P Coleman And Et’Al P.O. Box 273 Escalante, UT 84726 E-161 04-0022-0161 All of Lot 3 Block 35 Plat A Escalante Town Survey containing 1.25 acres more or less.

Total Fees and Taxes Due: $4,430.51 PARCEL 2.

Sherwood Wilson P.O. Box 708 Gunnison, UT 84634 E-154-3 04-0022-0408 Beginning North 2.44 feet from the South East corner of Lot 2 Block 32 Plat A Escalante Town Survey and running thence West 228.06 feet; Thence North 22.50 feet; Thence east 228.36 feet; Thence South 21.98 feet to the point of beginning containing 0.12 acres more or less.

Total Fees and Taxes Due: $460.49 PARCEL 3.

Eugene Anderson 1751 North Country Circle Centerville, UT 84014 T-122 08-0073-0122 Beginning at the South West corner of Parcel 9 Plat B Tropic Town Survey and running thence East 104.00 feet; Thence North 114.50 feet; Thence West 104.00 feet; Thence South 114.50 feet to the point of beginning containing 0.27 acres more or less.

Total Fees and Taxes Due: $1,553.59 PARCEL 4.

State of Utah C/O Tru North Holdings LLC P.O. Box 180113 Cannonville, UT 84718 CCD-2-3 10-0016-0088 The North West quarter and the North half of the South West quarter of Section 36 Township 37 South Range 3 West Salt Lake Base and Meridian containing 240.00 acres more or less.

Total Fees and Taxes Due: $21,110.74 PARCEL 5.

Robert L Erickson Diane M Lundquist 2056 South Pokegama Avenue Grand Rapids, MN 55744 ECD-19-1 11-0024-0422 Beginning at the North quarter corner of Section 34 Township 35 South Range 1 East Salt Lake Base and Meridian and running Thence North 89° 02’26” East along the Section line 1597.79 feet to a point located on the Northerly line of Utah State Highway 12; Thence departing said Section line and running along said Highway line South 72°/18’23” West 111.85

feet to a curve to the left having a Radius of 2939.90 feet and a Central Angle of 15° 28’00”; Thence South Westerly along said curve 793.61 feet; Thence South 56°/50’23” West 903.31 feet to a point located on the North South Center Section line of said Section 34; Thence departing said highway line and running North 1° 22’30” West along said Section 841.29 feet to the point of beginning containing 13.55 acres more or less.

Total Fees and Taxes Due: $2,739.58 PARCEL 6.

Harold E Harvey & Et’Al 9720 E Highway 95 Yuma, AZ 85364 HCM-84 12-0042-0084 Beginning at a point 1321.80 feet North and 2650.00 feet West from the South East Corner of Section 32 Township 36 South Range 5 West Salt Lake Base and Meridian and running Thence North 49° 37’00” West 236.32’ more or less to the Easterly right of way line of Old US Highway 89; Thence North 56° 37’29” East along said Easterly right of way line 214.80 feet; Thence South 0° 08’00” East 271.28 feet to the point of beginning containing 0.56 acres more or less.

Total Fees and Taxes Due: $891.51 PARCEL 7.

Richee Stacia Ann Trustee 120 Piute Street Mesquite, NV 89027 PC-21 14-0064-0021 Beginning 838.00 feet North from the South West corner of Section 3 Township 33 South Range 5 West Salt Lake Base and Meridian and running thence North 482.00 feet; Thence East 355.00 feet more or less to the West right of way line of US Highway 89; Thence South 19° 58’00” West 528.00 feet along said West right of way line; Thence North 85°/45’00” West 170.00 feet to the point of beginning containing 1.96 acres more of less.

Total Fees and Taxes Due: $1,860.18 PARCEL 8.

Richee Stacia Ann Trustee 120 Piute Street Mesquite, NV 89027 PC-21-A 14-0064-0489 Beginning 838.00 feet North from the South East corner of Section 4 Township 33 South Range 5 West Salt Lake Base and Meridian running Thence North 482.00 feet; Thence West 2640.00 feet; Thence South 276.00 feet; Thence South 85° 45’00” East

2644.95 feet to the point of beginning containing 22.97 acres more or less.

Total Fees and Taxes Due: $2,631.12 PARCEL 9.

George L Hunt Anna M Hunt 1604 Island Drive Fullerton, CA 92833-1429 SRE-87 14-0072-0087 All of Lot 87 Sevier River Estates Amended containing 0.60 acres more or less.

Total Fees and Taxes Due: $525.32 PARCEL 10.

Jaque Donald T Trustee & Et’al 232 North Jefferson Street Casper, WY 82601-2024 SRE-98 14-007-0098 All of Lot 98 Sevier River Estates Amended containing 0.51 acres more or less.

Total Fees and Taxes Due: $525.32 PARCEL 11.

William Levi Holm P.O. Box 265 Tropic, UT 84776 TCDB-2-2 22-0077-0011 Beginning at a point South 0° 13’58” East 50.00 feet along the quarter Section line from the North quarter corner of Section 2 Township 36 South Range 4 West Salt Lake Base and Meridian and running Thence South 89° 53’33” East 693.68 feet; Thence South Easterly along the arc of a 10.00 foot radius curve to the right 16.64 feet (chord bears South 42° 13’05” East 14.79 feet); Thence South 5° 27’23” West 201.58 feet; Thence Southerly along the arc of a 225.00 foot radius curve to the left 93.22 feet (chord bears South 6° 24’46” East 92.56 feet); Thence South 18° 16’55” East 86.91 feet; Thence Southerly along the arc of a 575.00 foot radius curve to the right 46.23 feet (chord bears South 15° 58’43” East 46.22 feet); Thence South 13° 40’31” East 94.57 feet; Thence Southerly along the arc of a 575.00 foot radius curve to the right 63.27 feet (chord bears South 10° 31’23” East 63.24 feet); Thence South 7° 22’15” East 165.78 feet; Thence Southerly along the arc of a 385.00 foot radius curve to the right 312.24 feet (chord bears South 15° 51’46” West 303.75 feet); Thence South 39° 05’48” West 198.02 feet; Thence South Westerly along the arc of a 475.00 foot radius curve to the right 52.38 feet (chord bears South 42° 15’21” West 52.36 feet); Thence South 45° 24’55” West 298.81 feet; Thence South Westerly along the arc of a 925.00 foot radius curve to the right 279.96 feet (chord bears South 54°

05’08” West 278.90 feet); Thence South 62° 45’23” West 114.04 feet; Thence North 0° 13’58” West along the quarter section line 1660.50 feet to the point of beginning containing 23.40 acres more or less.

Total Fees and Taxes Due: $1,612.42 PARCEL 12.

William Levi Holm P.O. Box 265 Tropic, UT 84776 TCDB-2-4 22-0077-0013 Beginning at a point South 0° 13’58” East along the quarter Section line a distance of 1764.81 feet North 89° 38’14” East a distance of 50.00 feet from the North quarter corner of Section 2 Township 36 South Range 4 West Salt Lake Base and Meridian running Thence North 0° 13’58” West 5.19 feet to a curve to the right having a radius of 30.00 feet and a central angle of 62° 59’22”; Thence North Easterly along said curve 32.98 feet (chord bears North 31° 15’56” East 31.34 feet); Thence North 62° 45’23” East 65.03 feet to a curve to the left having a radius of 975.00 feet and a central angle of 17° 20’29”; Thence North Easterly along said curve 295.10 feet (chord bears North 54° 05’09” East 293.97 feet); Thence North 45° 24’55” East 298.81 feet to a curve to the left having a radius of 525.00 feet and a central angle of 6° 19’07”; Thence North Easterly along said curve 57.90 feet (chord bears North 42° 15’21” East 57.87 feet); Thence North 39° 05’48” East 198.02 feet to a curve to the left having a radius of 435.00 and a central angle of 7° 51’05”; Thence North Easterly along said curve 59.61 feet (chord bears North 35° 10’15” East 59.56 feet) to a point of reverse curve to the right having a radius of 30.00 feet and a central angle of 64° 39’46”; Thence North Easterly along said curve 33.86 feet (chord bears North 63° 34’36” East 32.09 feet); Thence South 84° 05’31” East 72.22 feet to a curve to the right having a radius of 475.00 feet and a central angle of 10° 50’44”; Thence Easterly along said curve 89.91 feet (chord bears South 78° 40’09” East 89.78 feet); Thence South 73° 14’47” East 323.01 feet; Thence South 0° 21’45” East 577.49 feet; Thence South 89° 38’14” West 1224.654 feet to the point of beginning containing 12.45 acres more or less.

Total Fees and Taxes Due: $1,371.79

IN WITNESS WHEREOF I have hereunto set my hand and official seal this 15th day of April, 2024.

Camille A. Moore Garfield County Auditor Published in The Wayne and Garfield County Insider on APRIL 25 and MAY 2, 9 & 16, 2024 PUBLIC NOTICE OF AVAILABLE PROPERTY FOR LEASE IN GARFIELD COUNTY TRUST LANDS ADMINISTRATION (SITLA) The Trust Lands Administration (SITLA) is accepting applications to lease the surface of the following described acreage in Garfield County, north of Ticaboo: Township 36 South, Range 11 East, Section 2, on the eastside of State Route 276 near mile marker 25. This site has good access, a gravel parking area, and a dirt road into the property. A lease may consist of 20 to 100 acres.

The site currently has a roadside structure consisting of a wooden shed, awning, and deck area that will be removed. The site also has a 30 foot by 20-foot storage shed on a cement foundation that may be utilized by a future lessee. A former lessee left behind many unwanted items. This property is being leased as-is with a requirement that the new lessee remove all debris from the site within the first year of the lease.

Any individual wishing to submit an application to lease this property, or a portion thereof, including any of the above-described acreage, should file an application. Applications are available on trustlands.utah.gov.

SITLA will accept applications until 5:00 p.m. Friday, May 3, 2024. For more information about the parcel and about the leasing process, please contact Michael Healy by phone (801) 538-5159 or email michaelhealy@utah.gov.

Published in The Wayne and Garfield County Insider on APRIL 11, 18 & 25 and MAY 2, 2024

April 25, 2024

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Legal Notices NOTICE OF TAX SALE WAYNE COUNTY Notice is hereby given that on May 23, 2024 At 10 o’clock am, at the front door of the county courthouse, in Wayne County, Utah, 18 South Main, Loa, I will offer for sale at public auction and sell to the highest bidder for cash, under the provision of Section 59-2-1351, the following described real property located in the county and now delinquent and subject to tax sale. Bids for less than the total amount of taxes, interest, penalty and administrative costs which are a charge upon the real estate will not be accepted.

Parcel 1: 02-0026-0766 / O-766 Amanda Diaz & Lenual Potter & Fern Potter Beginning at a point on the North R-W line of a county road which is South 1216.20 feet and West 699.65 feet m-l from the Northeast corner Section 16 Township 29 South Range 4 East Salt Lake Base and Meridian and running thence North 1°05’31” E 616.45 feet thence East 687.90 feet more of less to the Section line thence South to the County Road thence Southwesterly along the North side of county road to point of beginning.

IN WITNESS WHEREOF I have hereunto set my hand and official seal on April 19, 2024.

Felicia Snow Wayne County Auditor Published in The Wayne and Garfield County Insider on APRIL 25 and MAY 2, 9 & 16, 2024 PUBLIC NOTICE PANGUITCH CEMETERY BOARD It is that time of the year; we need to get the Cemetery ready for the summer.

Please remove your flowers and other items that are not attached to the headstone. This needs to be done by May 1st.

Thanks, Panguitch Cemetery board.

Published in The Wayne and Garfield County Insider on APRIL 11, 18 & 25, 2024 NOTICE TO THE PUBLIC OF ADVERSE EFFECT AND FINDING OF GREATER THAN DE MINIMIS AND AVAILABILITY OF BRIDGES FOR ADAPTIVE REUSE UDOT Project Number F-R499(448) | BFP: Wayne County Bridge Replacement 055007C The Utah Department of Transportation (UDOT) is proposing to use federal funds to replace the existing bridge structure 055007C and provide a new bridge to convey North River Road over the Fremont River. The structure number assigned to the new bridge is 055014F. The proposed bridge will be a 126-foot single span bridge with a total width of 21 feet. ROW acquisition and easements are not required for this project. The bridge will be shut down for the duration of construction and traffic rerouted (about a 2.5 mile detour) around the site.

In accordance with Stipulation II, Part A and Appendix A of the Memorandum of Understanding, State Assumption of Responsibility for Categorical Exclusions (23 USC §326) (executed June 12, 2023), the UDOT assumes responsibility, assigned by the FHWA, for ensuring compliance with the National Historic Preservation Act of 1966, as amended (54 U.S.C. § 300101 et seq.) and for ensuring compliance with Section 4(f) of the Department of Transportation Act of 1966, 23USC § 138 (as amended) and 49 USC § 303 (as amended).

In accordance with the National Historic Preservation Act of 1966, as amended, and 36 CFR 800, the UDOT hereby advises all interested persons or groups that the proposed project construction will have an ADVERSE EFFECT on an existing historic property. Any person or group wishing to submit comments regarding this project may do so in writing.

• UDOT is providing notice of an opportunity for public comment, pursuant to the National Historic Preservation Act of 1966, as amended, and 36 CFR 800, and Section 6009 of the Safe, Accountable, Flexible, and Efficient Transportation Equity Act: A Legacy for Users (SAFETEA-LU) and the associated FHWA guidance dated Dec. 13, 2005, that a Section 4(f) Greater than De Minimis impact finding is appropriate for Structure 055007C affected by the subject project. The bridge will be removed from its current location. Any person or group wishing to submit comments regarding this finding may do so in writing.

• Structure 055007C, which will be removed by the project, is also offered for adaptive reuse by municipal or private parties. The impact of the proposed project requires an evaluation under Section 4(f) that is being processed under the Nationwide Programmatic 4(f) Evaluation and Approval for Federal-Aid Highway Projects that Necessitate the Use of Historic Bridges.

The structure is 120 feet long and any recipient is obligated to maintain any features that contribute to its historic significance.

Any person or group wishing to submit comments about these findings, or propose adaptively reusing Structure 055007C may do so in writing. The response period is 14 days, beginning from the first date of publication of this notice. Comments should be directed to Ellis Powelson and sent to epowelson@utah.gov and must be received by May 9, 2024.

Published in The Wayne and Garfield County Insider on APRIL 25 and MAY 2, 2024

ADVERTISEMENT FOR BIDS WAYNE COUNTY DOCUMENT 00 11 13 Wayne County, 18 South Main Street, PO Box 189, Loa, Utah 84747 General Notice: Wayne County (Owner) is requesting Bids and Proposals for the construction of the following Project: Hanksville Canal Company Diversion.

Bids and Proposals for the construction of the Project will be received at the Manti Office of Jones & DeMille Engineering located at 50 South Main Street, Suite 4, Manti, Utah 84642, until Thursday, June 27, 2024, at 3:00 p.m. local time. The Bid and Proposal for each Bidder are to be placed in two separate sealed envelopes. The Proposals will be opened, evaluated and scored prior to opening the sealed Bids. The Proposal scores will be announced, and Bids opened at the Wayne County Courthouse, 18 South Main Street, Loa, Utah 84747 on Thursday, July 11, 2024, at 3:00 p.m. local time.

The Project includes the following Work: Mass concrete demolition, dewatering, temporary water pumping, excavation, roller compacted concrete, conventional concrete forming and placement, deep foundation cutoff walls, rock anchors, stitch grouting, earthen dam construction, shoulder roadway widening, irrigation piping, radial gate placement, irrigation structures and piping, drains, instrumentation, fencing, manholes, riprap placement, and related items. Bids will be received for a single contract.

Owner anticipates that the Project’s total bid price will be approximately $43,000,000. The Project is expected to be completed by December 31, 2026.

Obtaining Bidding Documents: Information and Bidding Documents for the Project can be found at the following designated website: https:// bids.sciquest.com/apps/Router/PublicEvent?Custom erOrg=StateOfUtah. Search keyword (event number): GJ24-71. Hanksville Canal Company Diversion bid document Sharefile Link: https://jonesdemille.sharefile. com/d-s44ff4eecb6274525b5c922e4ce641cb0 The Issuing Office for the Bidding Documents is: Jones & DeMille Engineering, Inc., 50 South Main Street, Suite 4, Manti, UT 84642. All questions and requests for information shall be submitted by June 20, 2024, at 3:00 p.m. to Garrick Willden, P.E., at garrick@jonesanddemille.com and Cynthia Yardley at cynthia.y@jonesanddemille.com.

Pre-bid Conferences: Mandatory pre-bid conferences for the Project will be held. An on-site pre-bid meeting will be held Wednesday, May 8, 2024, at 10:00 a.m. at the Hanksville Town Hall, 30 South Highway 95, Hanksville, UT 84734. In addition, a mandatory virtual pre-bid meeting will be held Thursday, June 13, 2024. The invitation for this meeting will be sent to all contractors that are present at the first pre-bid meeting. Bids will not be accepted from Bidders that do not attend the mandatory pre-bid conferences.

Instructions to Bidders: For further requirements regarding bid submittal, qualifications, procedures, and contract award, refer to the Instructions to Bidders that are included in the Bidding Documents. The Owner may reject any or all bids submitted.

Issued by: Owner: Wayne County By: Kerry Cook Title: County Commissioner Date: April 16, 2024 Published in The Wayne and Garfield County Insider on APRIL 25 and MAY 2, 2024

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BRISTLECONE WATER IMPROVEMENT DISTRICT ADVERTISEMENT FOR BIDS DOCUMENT 00 11 13 Bristlecone Water Improvement District, PO Box 640021, Bryce, UT 84764 General Notice: Bristlecone Water Improvement District (Owner) is requesting Bids for the construction of the following Project: Bristlecone Tank Improvements Bids for the construction of the Project will be received at the office of Jones & DeMille Engineering located at 1535 South 100 West, Richfield, UT 84701, until Tuesday, May 14th at 2 PM local time. At that time, the Bids received will be publicly opened and read.

The Project includes the following Work: Installation of approximately 45 L.F. of 8-inch water pipe, regrading approximately 500 L.F. of existing dirt road and drainage ditch, and installation of 24-inch culvert. Bids will be received for single contract.

Owner anticipates that the Project’s total bid price will be approximately $35,000. The Project has an expected duration of 30 days.

Obtaining Bidding Documents: Information and Bidding Documents for the Project can be found at the following designated websites: www. jonesanddemille.com or www.questcdn.com Bidding Documents may be downloaded from the designated websites for a fee of $30.00. The designated websites will be updated with addenda, plan holders list, reports, and other information relevant to submitting a Bid for the Project. Official notifications, addenda, and other Bidding Documents will be offered through the designated websites.

The Issuing Office for the Bidding Documents is: Jones & DeMille Engineering, Inc., 1535 South 100 West, Richfield, UT 84701 Prospective Bidders may examine the Bidding Documents at the Issuing Office Monday through Friday between the hours of 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m., except holidays or may obtain copies of the Bidding Documents from the Issuing Office as described below. Partial sets of Bidding Documents will not be available from the Issuing Office.

Neither Owner nor Engineer will be responsible for full or partial sets of Bidding Documents, including addenda, if any, obtained from sources other than the designated websites and the Issuing Office.

Printed copies of the Bidding Documents may be obtained from the Issuing Office upon payment of $40.00 for each set, no part of which will be refunded. Make checks payable to Jones & DeMille Engineering, Inc. Pre-bid Conference: A pre-bid conference for the Project will be not be held.

Instructions to Bidders: For further requirements regarding bid submittal, qualifications, procedures, and contract award, refer to the Instructions to Bidders that are included in the Bidding Documents. The Owner may reject any or all bids submitted.

Issued by: Owner: Bristlecone Water Improvement District By: Scout Holmes Title: Board Chair Date: April 17, 2024 Published in The Wayne and Garfield County Insider on APRIL 25 and MAY 2 & 9, 2024 NOTICE OF INTENT TO FILE APPLICATION TEASDALE SPECIAL SERVICE DISTRICT Teasdale Special Service District (TSSD) intends to file an application for federal financial assistance with the U.S. Department of Agriculture, Rural Development, Rural Utilities Service. This is a planning grant that will include completion of an Environmental Analysis (EA) and Preliminary Engineering Report (PER). Any comments regarding this application should be submitted to TSSD at teasdalessd@gmail.com.

Published in The Wayne and Garfield County Insider on APRIL 25 and MAY 2, 2024

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We are looking for friendly, hardworking professionals who enjoy the hospitality industry and interaction with guests.

P O S I T I O N S AVA I L A B L E: Front Desk Agents Laundry Services Housekeepers Maintenance Bellmen Positions to start April 1st through October 31st At Capitol Reef Resort we promote from within.

Please stop by in person to complete an application.

We are located at 2600 E SR 24, Torrey, UT 84775 435-425-3761

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Position Announcements

POSITIONS AVAILABLE: Garfield County School District is hiring for the following positions. For the application process and description of each, please see the district website www.garfk12.org

Full-Time Teacher at Bryce Valley Elementary Full-Time Business Teacher at Bryce Valley High Substitute/Activity Bus Drivers Route Bus Driver in Boulder Paraprofessionals/Aides at All Schools Substitutes for Teachers, Custodians, and Food Service Workers SALARY: Please see 2023-2024 Garfield County School Districts Classified, District Office, and Certified Salary Schedules on the district website.

QUALIFICATIONS: Applicants must be fingerprinted and satisfactorily pass an employment background check.

Garfield County School District is an equal opportunity employer.

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

Deputy Sheriff Garfield County is accepting applications for a Deputy Sheriff.

Salary will be based on experience.

Applications are available at the Garfield County Clerk’s Office 55 South Main, Panguitch or online at www.garfield.utah.gov and will be accepted until 5 p.m., Friday, April 26th. Utah Post Certification is preferred, but not required.

Anyone interested in applying for this position that is not Post Certified must pass the National Peace Officer Selection Exam prior to applying. The Exam is given at the Browning Learning Center on the Dixie College Campus. For additional information regarding the Exam and registration requirements, contact Browning Learning Center at (435) 652-7696.

The exam is also given at Southern Utah University.

Call (435) 586-5419 for additional information.

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

Garfield County is an equal opportunity employer.

Part-time Help at the Tri-County Library | Bicknell Wayne County is accepting applications for part-time help at the Tri-County Library in Bicknell.

This position is 10 hours weekly, Monday through Thursday from 3:00 p.m. to 5:30 p.m.

General duties are: Greet patrons, answer phone calls, checking books in/out and renewing, clean and return books to shelves, assist with the summer reading program, public programming, keep library neat and tidy, train patrons on how to access Beehive Library Consortium (digital collection), train patrons how to use the library catalog & place holds on items, gather books that need to be moved from the bookmobile, check in books that are being moved from the bookmobile to the headquarters, train patrons on how to access online database, and other duties as assigned by librarian.

The ideal candidate should understand what it means to be respectful and polite to all patrons, be comfortable working independently, and have the ability to use a computer and online catalog.

Applications can be picked up at the Wayne County Clerk's Office and will be accepted until filled. For more information about the position contact Amber Fullerton at 435-425-3170.

Felicia Snow Wayne County Clerk/Auditor

Justice Court Clerk Deputy Assessor/Appraiser Garfield County is accepting applications for a Deputy Assessor/Appraiser.

The position is full-time with benefits.

The successful candidate must be willing to become a certified appraiser within three years of hire date.

Applications are available at the Garfield County Clerk’s Office 55 South Main, Panguitch or online at www.garfield.utah.gov and will be accepted until 5 p.m., Friday, April 26th.

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

Garfield County is an equal opportunity employer.

Garfield County is accepting applications for a Justice Court Clerk. The position is full-time with benefits. Applicants need to work well with the public and have basic office and computer skills. For more information or questions call (435) 676-1100.

Applications are available at the Garfield County Clerk’s Office 55 South Main, Panguitch or online at www.garfield.utah.gov and will be accepted until 5 p.m., Friday, April 26th.

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

Garfield County is an equal opportunity employer.

MEETINGS TROPIC AA MEETING Wednesday at 6 PM. Tropic Heritage Center. All meetings are closed discussion.

Seasonal Shop/ Mechanic Assistant Needed at Garfield County Roadshed Garfield County is seeking a motivated individual for a full-time, seasonal position assisting with shop and mechanical tasks at the County Roadshed.

Applications are available at the Garfield County Courthouse, 55 S. Main, Panguitch, Utah, and must be submitted by May 10th, by 5 PM. Apply in person or email your application to dave. dodds@garfield.utah.gov.

For details, call 435-238-0935.

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

Garfield County is an equal opportunity employer.

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Senior Center Site Manager POSITION TITLE: Senior Center Site Manager GENERAL PURPOSE: This position is 8-10 hours a week performing duties and responsibilities as directed by the commission. This includes but is not limited to day-to-day oversight of the senior nutrition program, organization, fiscal accountability, contract compliance, human resource management and center administration. Provides direction and supervision to the staff of the senior center and acts as a liaison between the commission and the elected Senior Center Board.

SKILL SETS: Strong office experience and organization, competent in Google drive, Google docs, & Gmail, competent working with a computer and able to learn Capstone, team person, skilled at activity management, and passionate about helping the seniors.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS: Maintain a positive working relationship with the center board, and patrons. Manages the nutrition program including supervising personnel, filling in as a cook or driver if needed. Needs to be able to lift up to 50 pounds, purchasing food and maintaining food inventory. Completes and submits required reports, performs required banking, maintains sanitation requirements, performs home delivered meals assessments and manages cost control. Maintains files and reporting systems for the contracted services and provides the Area Agency with required reports by the required dates Completes and files all fiscal records and bills to local senior board monthly.

Participates in planning, coordinating and organizes activities and services with the President, local Advisory Council/Board and the Area Agency on Aging.

Other duties as assigned.

Felicia Snow Wayne County Clerk/Auditor

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Wildlife Technician Garfield County is accepting applications for a seasonal, full-time Wildlife Technician. The application process closes 5:00 p.m. Friday, May 10, 2024.

Applications are available at the Garfield County Clerk’s Office, 55 South Main, Panguitch, UT 84759 or online at Garfield.utah.gov. Additional information can be obtained by calling Dave Dodds at (435) 676-1119.

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

Garfield County is an equal opportunity employer.

Moving Sale May 4th 10:00-4:00.

Teasdale, off Donkey Reservoir Road.

Follow "house for sale" signs. Furniture, tools, building materials, fridge, and much more.

435-567-7078.

FOR SALE

Food Trailer for Sale

26-foot custom, 2020 food trailer. Fully loaded. Money-maker. $55,000.

Call Frank at 970-946-2554.

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