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Thursday, July 8, 2021
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Issue # 1417
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Boulder Celebrates Independence Day with Annual Parade, Food, Family and Festivities by Tessa Barkan
by Tessa Barkan
BOULDER - The July 2021 Boulder Town Council meeting began with a discussion of the 4th of July Celebration. The parade will be held on Highway 12, and the permit has been received. Events in the park will follow the parade, including a talent show and music. Food vendors will also be in attendance. Following this was a discussion on a possible business license violation. A letter was received about an RV being used for employee housing at the Boulder Mountain Lodge, which is prohibited by the ordinances. Enforcement Officer Conrad Jepsen has been trying to contact them to confirm whether it is actually being used for employee housing. This issue has come up repeatedly over the last few years. Mayor Steve Cox stated that Jepsen should contact either the Lodge owner or a representative directly, rather than attempting to contact someone who may be living in the RV, and state specifically that on-site employee housing in an RV is a violation and explain the ordinance. The Town would send the owner a letter statBoulder Council Cont'd on page 3
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The 4th of July celebration in Boulder kicked off with the annual parade up Highway 12, followed by festivities and a dance party featuring DJ Jordan Badger in the Boulder Town Park and Pavilion.
BOULDER - Boulder’s Independence Day celebration kicked off last Saturday afternoon with the annual parade up Highway 12, which was followed by festivities in the Boulder Town Park. Residents, extended fam-
Panguitch Utah History Chaff Before the Wind by Steven Lee
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The Indigenous people of the Parowan Valley were known as the "Pah-ra-goons," living closely adjacent to a related group called the "Pa-guits." PANGUITCH - A careful observer of history will find a peculiar pattern among the failings of history's key contributors. That pattern is a common thread in all of human history, and it makes clear that these common human mistakes and failings are what most often influence history's course. Another notable pattern in the stitching of our collective history is the unforeseen events that predicate these critical moments. I can rightly say that such is true for my family history. The sorrow caused by the unexpected death of a child in 1838 opened the hearts of my 4th great-grandparents, John Doyle Lee & Agatha Ann Woolsey, to the promises made in the Book of Mormon of eternal life. That prom-
ise led my ancestors to leave their home and property in Kaskaskia, Illinois to join the growing number of Mormon converts in Missouri. LDS readers will already be very familiar with the trials endured by "the Saints" in Ohio, Missouri, and Illinois. If ever there was a group in the United States that truly understood the plight of the refugee or the sting of injustice inflicted by the forceful removal of a people from their lands, that group was the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints. The splintering of church membership that resulted after the murder of church founder Joseph Smith Jr. in 1844 put church leaders in a precarious Chaff Before the Wind Cont'd on page 8
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THURS. JULY 8 - WED. JULY 14
Mostly sunny with highs in the mid-80s to low 90s; lows in the 50s. Little chance of precipitation at the beginning of the week, with increased chances on Tuesday and Wednesday (24% and 21%, respectively). Winds variable from 11 to 15 mphs.
ilies, and visitors alike played field games and volleyball. They then enjoyed dinner, provided by local vendors Magnolia’s Street Food and Sweetwater Kitchen with Jimmy Catmull. Children, with colorfully painted faces, played an
Bestselling Author David Gessner Comes to Color Country
TORREY - What’s the role of storytelling in advocating for land and cultural protections? What do a restaurant owner and a bestselling author have in common? Torrey House Press will explore these questions with David Gessner, author of the new book Quiet Desperation, Savage Delight: Sheltering with Thoreau in the Age of Crisis, at two upcoming events. Gessner and Torrey House publisher Kirsten Johanna Allen will discuss his book and more at 7:30 p.m. today, July 8, at the Robbers Roost with the Entrada Institute in Torrey. Gessner will also be in conversation with Blake Spalding, co-owner of Hell’s Backbone Grill, at the Boulder Mountain Lodge lawn at 3:00 p.m. Sunday, July 11, where they’ll explore their journeys into and around the edges of advocating for places they love. Author of eleven books that blend a love of nature, humor, and environmentalism, David Gessner first fell in love with the West when he came to Boulder, Colorado for graduate school, and he soon became immersed in the culture and issues of his new home. His previous books include Leave It As It Is: A Journey Through Theodore Roosevelt’s American Wilderness and the New York Times-bestselling All the Wild That Remains: Edward Abbey, Wallace Stegner and the American West. David Gessner Cont'd on page 4
extended game of tug-o-war, and kept themselves and the adults cool with endless volleys from water guns. As evening came, celebrants lined up their blankets and chairs in front of the brightly lit red, white and blue
stage. The National Anthem was sung by Maddie, Blythe and Gabe, of the Brems family, and the talent show then commenced, led by the night’s MC Patrick Briggs. 4th of July Cont'd on page 8
Garfield County Commission June 28
GARFIELD COUNTY Garfield County is now officially a Second Amendment Sanctuary county. Ordinance 2021-4, stipulating such, was approved by the two present Commissioners, Jerry Taylor and Leland Pollock (David Tebbs was excused.). According to Planner Kaden Figgins, the only changes resulting from the Planning Commission’s public hearing on that ordinance were to remove the prohibition on assault rifles and add protections related to reloading components and calibers. The ordinance defines as “unlawful” any federal or state act, law, order, rule or regulation, which restricts an individual's constitutional right to keep and bear arms, including any federal or state act, law, order, rule or regulation which bans or effectively bans, registers or effectively registers, or limits the lawful use of firearms, fire-arm accessories or ammunition. Two other ordinances were also approved: Livestock and Wildlife Protection Ordinance, 2021-5, which prohibits camping in or around corrals or water troughs on public lands, and the Water Concurrency OrdiGarfield Commission Cont'd on page 9
Panguitch Valley Ballon Rally Sees Clear Skies and Record Attendance at the Saturday Evening Glow by Steven Lee
Courtesy Steven Lee
The Panguitch Valley Balloon Rally took place from June 25 - 27. Each morning began with a mass ascension of balloons of various colors and designs. PANGUITCH - The 22nd Annual Panguitch Valley Balloon Rally was an event that will be remembered by locals and event attendees for years to come. The event was marked by clear weather and great flights during 2/3 of the morning launches, as 36 eye catching balloons dotted the sky across the Panguitch Valley. But even more exciting than the magical feel of an early morning hot air balloon launch
Summer is the annual permission slip to be lazy. To do nothing and have it count for something. To lie in the grass and count the stars. To sit on a branch and study the clouds. —Regina Brett
was the unexpected surprises at Saturday evening's balloon glow in the downtown Panguitch Historical District. Multiple locals remarked, and have continued remarking, that never before had they seen so many people attend the glow. Parked cars were seen lining the full length of both sides of Main and Center streets from where the road was closed, to all the way to the welcome signs at the edge of town. The other major surprise at
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the balloon glow this year was the welcome sight of 17 out of 18 balloons fully inflated along Main and Center street amid the crowds of enamoured observers. Such a happening is rare in a town, where the wind always seems to ruin plans. The Panguitch Valley Balloon Rally is only possible because of its dedicated pilots, sponsors, and volunteers. Thank you all for making this event so memorable PRE-SORT STANDARD PAID RICHFIELD, UTAH PERMIT No. 122
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Notes from the Nuthatch All That Summertime Buzz by Kadi Franson
July 8, 2021
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Grateful for Many Angels
Kadi Franson
The Latin name of the Northern pygmy owl is particularly appropriate: Glaucidium gnoma, which means “glaring gnome.” A Northern pygmy owl! Just that afternoon I had told another local birder that I had not seen a Northern pygmy owl in the vicinity since 2018 when my sister was visiting and spotted one during the Christmas Bird Count. And now who was staring down at me from the branches? These diurnal, minuscule fiercelings are intimidating predators in spite of being able to fit in the palm of your hand— they can take down Mourning doves. Their Latin name suits them well: Glaucidium gnoma, which means “glaring gnome.” Because of their size, coloring, and penchant for the treetops, unless the owls are being mobbed by raucous songbirds or doing something obvious, they can be tricky to spot. What good fortune that I happened to spy this one in a serendipitous upward glance. As I gazed at the owl in admiration, it became clear that it was the source of a highpitched trill. Tuning into this call made me realize that there were similar sounds originating elsewhere in the towering pines. Squinting, I found one… two…three Northern pygmy owls! Upon closer observation, I noticed flecks of blood and gore still stuck to the outsides of their hungry bills. The flies took notice as well. They were beset with flies. One was wearing a fly like a bindi, one’s beak swarmed with them. They scratched at their heads, trying to shoo the pesky bugs away to no avail. The next morning, I went to see if the owls were still in the vicinity—they were. Not only that, the tally from the day before had been short. There were five Northern pygmy owls trilling in the woods behind the cabin! I spent the next several days creeping out at dawn, finding the owl family, and watching as they devoured the neighborhood. Short-horned lizards, bluebirds, chipmunks—no one was safe from this ravenous bunch. After watching them rumble around in the manzanita, I now have a good guess about who that happy predator was—I traded four Greentailed towhee nestlings for five glaring gnomes with flies all over their heads. As the owls stared down at me, I imagined what they might be saying: “Not a bad trade.” A note to readers about birding resources—Have you been keeping an eye on a nest? Why not contribute to citizen science efforts to better understand bird populations? Sign up at www.nestwatch.org. To read more about Green-tailed towhees and Northern pygmy owls, check out the All About Birds database at www.allaboutbirds.org. And—The Merlin bird identification app recently released a new sound identification feature. I’ve been trying it out and it’s been helpful for parsing out the dawn chorus—I’d recommend it! Notes from the Nuthatch is a nature column written by Kadi Franson, a naturalist and artist living in Garfield County.
Someone has said, “Silent gratitude isn’t very much use to anyone.” I’m not going to be silent. Mary Jane and I owe a great deal of gratitude to everyone for prayers, phone calls, cards, and visits. A special thank you to the stranger who packed sleeping bags around me while waiting for the ambulance. The ambulance crew was amazing. How they got me out of that hole was a miracle. The doctors and nurses in the ICU and
rehab were and will always be angels to me. They even took good care of my moustache. I am emotional as I write this and will always be as I think of the many angels among us who helped with our recovery in word and deed. Mary Jane did not have to be hospitalized and is doing great. We love you all!! Vard Coombs, Boulder
In the June 24th, 2021 edition of The Insider, at the tail end of the Torrey Town Council report, Torrey Town’s newest square acre citizen and resident Pied Piper makes another regular appearance. In reference to a newly adopted zoning ordinance by the Torrey Town Council and the council’s recent approval for a convenience store and filling station application, presently located at the shuttered Saddlery Bar and Steakhouse. It was then that the Pied Piper of West Torrey took the floor during the public comments period to inform the Torrey Town Council that the Friends of Torrey have agreed to raise money and reimburse the town for any cost related to a proposed ordinance referendum, yet to be placed on the November 2021 ballot. Utah State Code Title 20A / Election Code / Chapter 7 / Part 6 / 4e, on Referendums requires 25% of the registered voters, in Torrey’s case approximately 80 signatures to sign a petition to place a referendum on the ballot. If the Friends of Torrey are successful at gathering the required registered voter signatures, the controversial zoning ordinance issue will be placed prominently on the November Torrey Town ballot. Which, incidentally will appear right along side of a bunch of other vacant boxes on the Torrey Town ballot that
if the majority of voters place a check mark, will decide if the citizens of Torrey Town re-elect its present Mayor or put in place a candidate solidly backed by the so-called Friends of Torrey and ultimately decide the fate of Torrey Town’s future. The Westside Torrey Town Pied Piper goes on to say that since “it is a citizen referendum,” (although only suggested and sanctioned by the Friends of Torrey,) that all of the citizens of Torrey should have to pay for it? All of which begs the question, who are all these magnificent Friends of Torrey, and how many of them have actually considered signing up to voluntarily fight fires, instead of igniting them? So, once again the voting public finds itself being faced with a dubious ballot box choice. A ballot box decision that will force an individual property owner, and if once passed, all of Torrey Town property owners into bowing down to and accepting the bidding of a minority (25%.) But, and here is the real kicker, this type of situation will only see the light of day if the voting public chooses to be uninformed and remain complacent about how important the right to vote process really is. Adus F. Dorsey II, A consistent Wayne County voter
A Dubious Ballot Box Choice
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Goings on... Harriet Priska Exhibit will be at State Park in Boulder During July and August
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Escalante-based watercolor artist Harriet Priska will have an exhibit at the Anasazi State Park Museum during the months of July and August.
BOULDER - During July and August, an exhibit of watercolors by Harriet Priska can be seen at the Anasazi State Park Museum in Boulder, Utah. Two subjects are presented—ancestral dwellings from the Anasazi period found here in the Escalante Area and pottery discovered from that time. Many of the pieces of pottery are never seen by the public because now they are only shards. That part of the exhibit is titled: “What is in Back?” In many cases, Harriet recreated the way they could have looked when then were made circa 1000 AD. Other work by the artist can be seen at Serenidad Gallery in Escalante, Utah. —Harriet Priska
Pickleball at Loa Town Park on July 17
LOA - Escalante pickleball players, let’s all have a fun Saturday at the Loa Town Park on July 17th! Contact Angelique Griffin for car pool options, and bring your favorite potluck entry and your best game face. See you all there at 9 a.m.! —Sage Sorenson
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BRYCE - I hear a tinkling chorus of peeps emanating from the trees outside of my window. My husband and I tracked these sounds to the source yesterday evening: A clump of Brown creeper fledglings, all huddled together, trembled like an animated piece of bark. Unless the parent was nearby with something to eat, they were entirely camouflaged. The only thing blowing these cryptic peepers’ cover was their persistent demand for food. This is one of my favorite times of year because all the baby animals are being born. Since many young species spend a good amount of time begging, it can be easy to locate busy families. Recent days have yielded young robins, nuthatches, ducks, geese, and woodpeckers, not to mention a fox-sized freckled fawn that I accidentally flushed out of the bushes. As I keep my ear attuned to the woods, I find myself listening for one species in particular. Last June, I was monitoring a nest tucked into the manzanita bushes behind our cabin. The nest held four rubbernecked nestlings. Not just any nestlings, but Greentailed towhee nestlings. Although the adults are hearty singers and audible from far away, they are understory birds, secretive and skulking, and can be difficult to track amongst the dense expanses of manzanita. As much as I snoop around during the breeding season, peering into shadowy shrubs on hands and knees, it is rare that I find a Green-tailed towhee’s nest. The day that I discovered those four squirmy and vulnerable creatures in their pine needle nest was an exciting one. I dreamt of a future of watching them grow, of fledglings bopping around in the barberry (would they have red head feathers, like me?), clumsily chasing the grasshoppers, a chorus of little mewling cries animating the underbrush. On one early morning forest walk, I was making the rounds, one of which was the coveted nest site. This is the drill for nest monitoring: Check for predators, make some noise to alert the parents, approach without creating a dead-end trail (making it harder for predators to track your path), take a quick peek, count heads, note growth, and move on. The whole ordeal takes less than 2 minutes. Back at the cabin, I upload the data to Nestwatch, a citizen science nest monitoring database. Then I wait in a state of contentment, pleasantly anticipating the next visit. Well, on that particular morning, my eagerness and delight turned to dismay; the nest was empty! Not one sign of my diminutive friends remained. With a heavy heart, I accepted the new reality: A predator had got them. Trying not to feel sad, I reminded myself that the unfortunate fate of the Green-tailed’s was a happy day for some other creature, and thus goes the cycle of life. But who was this happy predator? Was it a Steller’s jay? A Golden eagle? The nest was located right below the ponderosa pine that I call the “Eagle Tree,” since it is such a regular perch for Golden eagles. Was it a mammal…a squirrel or a weasel? The nest had been built at fox muzzle level, making it especially unprotected from grounddwellers. Without a trail camera, the question remains a mystery. It was twilight of that same day. I was sitting on a stump, spending time with a vocal and exuberant Westernwood pewee, when my eye caught something in the canopy of the pines.
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Bobbie’s Story or a Christmas Miracle A CCAW Animal Rescue Story
by Color Country Animal Welfare recovering from all of her traumas. She mostly wanted to rest in her bed or snuggle into the little pouch which was used to carry her around. Bobbie’s luck changed again for the better when the clinic volunteer, Sandy, decided she wanted to adopt the kitten. She had a soft spot in her heart for Bobbie. She brought her home just after Courtesy Color Country Animal Welfare Christmas. Bobbie eventually Bobbie (right) and her cat buddy, Sam (left). made friends with Misty, the resident sheltie, and her cat Here is the story of how a CCAW and Dr. Jake gave her buddy, Sam. She has a cat tree small, severely injured kitten the best chance of survival. she loves to climb on. Bobbie was saved by the collabora- Her future mom, a clinic vol- runs, plays, and throws little tive efforts of a good samari- unteer, gave her extra care toy mice around. Sandy kept tan who found her, Dr. Jake at when she refused to eat. She in touch with the CCAW volthe Fremont River Vet Clinic, was able to entice the kitten to unteer who initially took her a clinic volunteer, and Color eat by offering some tuna and in and allowed her to follow “Bobbie’s” progress. It took Country Animal Welfare a little milk; It worked! (CCAW) volunteers. One day, a CCAW vol- time for her to heal and to beJust before Christmas of unteer was at the clinic and gin living her life as a growing last year, a stray kitten was inquired about Bobbie. Dr. young cat, but it was thrilling found severely injured and Jake had just completed the when Sandy shared a little was taken to the Fremont tail surgery and pronounced video clip of her beginning to River Vet Clinic. Dr. Jake was her ready to go “home.” The play. Thanks to Sandy and her not certain whether she would CCAW volunteer agreed to survive surgery, but CCAW take her home to provide care husband, Tim, for giving Bobwas contacted and agreed to until she was ready for adop- bie a wonderful home, and to cover expenses for her care, tion. Bobbie was cared for by Dr. Jake and crew at Fremont which included amputation three CCAW volunteers over River Vet for all their efforts. of a hind leg. She was at the the Christmas holiday week- And thanks to all of you peoclinic for approximately one end. She had to be coaxed to ple out there who help us at week, fighting an infection eat and drink, but she was able CCAW so we can give animals and having another surgery to get around and use her litter like Bobbie a chance for suron her tail. This poor kitten box. She improved slowly but vivial and the ability to live a was having a rough time, but was still in “survival mode” good, happy life.
Stage 2 Fire Restrictions Began June 30 at Glen Canyon National Recreation Area
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Stage 2 Fire Restrictions have been implemented, until further notice, at Glen Canyon National Recreation Area. GLEN CANYON Discharge or use of any promote public health and N.R.A - Glen Canyon Nation- kind of fireworks or other py- safety, and to protect resources. al Recreation Area implement- rotechnic devices is prohibited Firefighter and public safety ed Stage 2 Fire Restrictions on at all times on all federal public remain the highest priority durJune 30, 2021, and they will lands. ing wildfire season. be in effect until further notice. Weather conditions are To learn more about fire Due to hot, dry conditions, the becoming increasingly hot and restrictions on other public following is prohibited: all dry, and fire danger is increas- lands in Arizona and Utah, wood-burning and charcoal ing daily. Visitors should use please visit http://wildlandfire. fire use and setting, and build- extra caution recreating on az.gov and www.utahfireinfo. ing, maintaining, attending or public lands when fire danger gov. For more information using open fire of any kind. is increased. about wildfires across the counDevices fueled by petroleum Fire restrictions are due to try, visit inciweb.nwcg.org. or LPG products are allowed increasing fire danger and the The park wishes everyone in all locations. Smoking is need to prevent human-caused a safe and enjoyable visit. prohibited, except in an en- wildfires during potentially —National Park Service closed vehicle. dangerous fire conditions, to
Boulder Council: Boulder July 4th Celebration,
a possible business license violation, Fire and EMT issues, upcoming events for the 24th of July and new gallery at the Boulder Community Center, the possibility of conducting a town water study, affordable housing, Safe Routes to School bids, and Anasazi State Park Museum parking lot expansion discussed.
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ing that their business license could ultimately be revoked, through a multi-step process, if they remain out of compliance. Department reports followed. Fire and EMT: The Boulder Fire Department recently did an amazing job putting out a fire in town. A reminder was given that a fire ban is in effect. Cox brought up that the Town should be considering how to increase the fire department’s access to water in places without hookups. Conversation with Snow College has been occurring to see if EMT training can be brought to Escalante or Boulder. The pagers continue to be
unreliable. Boulder Arts Council and Library: There is a new gallery up in the Boulder Community Center with photography by Nate Geesaman. A swing band will be performing on July 24 in the Boulder Town Park. The Boulder Library is open 10-12 on Saturdays. Planning Commission: At the last meeting, the conversation on RV park and campground standards continued, as well as a conversation about possibly conducting a water study in town to determine town resources and capacity. Affordable housing was again brought up in a public comment, and a committee may be set up to work on this. The Boulder Planning Commission meets on the second
Thursday of each month at 7 p.m. Roads and Landfill: The new street signs have arrived and will be placed on Monday. Work is still being done to find a means of removing metal from the landfill. The county has hauled away the furniture. Mayor: After a very long process, the Boulder Town Park has been signed over to Boulder Town from the BLM. The Town will be receiving bids for Safe Routes to School, with work to be commenced when possible. The parking lot expansion at the Anasazi State Park Museum will begin next week, and the dumpsters will be temporarily moved. The Boulder Town Council meets on the first Thursday of each month at 7 p.m.
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David Gessner: Author David Gessner will be at Robbers Roost in Torrey, along with Kirsten Johanna Allen, today, July 8 for Entrada Institute's Sunset Series. He will also be participating in a talk with Hell's Backbone Grill's Blake Spalding at the Boulder Mountain Lodge lawn on July 11.
bal: A New Season in the Wilderness, a 2018 book by Utah native Amy Irvine. Gessner’s latest book and all Torrey House Press titles are available at www.torreyhouse.org and wherever books are sold. Both events will be held outside. Seating will be available at Robbers Roost in Torrey. Bring your own lawn chair or blankets—but no dogs, please—to Boulder Mountain Lodge, and consider making an evening of it by dining at Hell’s Backbone Grill after the event. Courtesy Kirsten Johanna Allen
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When the pandemic struck, Gessner turned to Thoreau, the original social distancer, for lessons on how to live. Those lessons—of learning our own backyard, rewilding, loving nature, self-reliance, and civil disobedience—hold a secret that could help save us as we face the greater crisis of climate. Gessner examines how writers help make sense of the issues of the West and asks what stories we will tell about who we are, where we are going, and how we have changed. “As a professor, and as a father, I deal with young people all the time and I can
tell you that despair about the future is real,” Gessner says. “Thoreau provides a path— path toward saving the planet, a path toward personal growth, a path toward activism with integrity.” Nonprofit Torrey House Press publishes books at the intersection of literary arts and conservation advocacy, and the press was excited to work with Gessner on Quiet Desperation because “the land and nature have always been central to his work,” Kirsten Allen explains. Partnering with the Entrada Institute and Boulder Mountain Lodge for events with Gessner are expressions of the press’ emphasis on community conversation, especially in the rural West since “our books do their best work out on the landscape.” For Blake Spalding, the opportunity to be in conversation with Gessner is an extension of how being co-owner of Hell’s Backbone Grill has led to her advocacy for Grand Staircase-Escalante National Monument. "Our values are about people, about place and about community,” Spalding says. “I want to say I did everything I could to protect the monument, because I really believe this monument is precious.” Torrey House published a piece by Gessner in the 2017 anthology Red Rock Stories:
Author David Gessner (left) and co-owner of Hell's Backbone Grill Blake Spalding (above) will hold a conversation at the Boulder Mountain Lodge lawn on Sunday, July 11 at 3:00 p.m. Gessner will also take part in the Entrada Sunset Series today, July 8, at Robbers Roost in Torrey. Three Generations of Writers Speak on Behalf of Utah’s Public Lands, edited by Torrey resident Stephen Trimble, and the press featured a foreword from Spalding in Desert Ca-
David Gessner and Kirsten Johanna Allen Entrada Institute Sunset Series 7:30 p.m. Thursday, July 8 Robbers Roost 185 W. Main Street, Torrey UT David Gessner and Blake Spalding 3:00 p.m. Sunday, July 11 Boulder Mountain Lodge lawn 20 N. Highway 12, Boulder, UT (park on street – thanks!) —Torrey House Press
Capitol Reef National Park is in Stage II Fire Restrictions
TORREY - Capitol Reef National Park entered Stage II Fire Restrictions on June 30, 2021. Utah’s hot-dry conditions are prompting agencies to issue fire restrictions as the west experiences extreme and unprecedented drought. Pursuant to regulations of the Department of Interior, Title 54 USC section 100101 (a) and 36 Code of Federal Regulations, subsections 1.5 Closure and public use limits (a) (1), 2.13 Fires (a) (5) (c), 2.21 Smoking (a), and 2.38 Explosives (b) (c), the following acts are prohibited in the area, roads, and trails described below until rescinded by the Superintendent of Capitol Reef National Park. • Setting, building, maintaining, attending, or using open fires of any kind. Stoves fueled by petroleum or liquid propane are allowed. • Smoking, except within an enclosed vehicle. • The non-commercial use/discharge of explosives of any kind, incendiary or chemical devices, pyrotechnic devices. The following persons are exempt from the order:
• All exemptions to the restrictions are obtained through local permits issued by the authorized officer for activities that will not conflict with the purpose of the order (Title 36 CFR subsection 1.6). • Any federal, state, or local officer or member of an organized rescue or firefighting force in the performance of an official duty. Area Description: • All Federal Public lands within the boundaries of Capitol Reef National Park. Violation of the above, prohibited acts is punishable by a fine of not more than $5,000 and/or imprisonment for not more than six months, or both. With increased public recreation, there is a greater potential for human-caused fires and smoke impacts affecting human health. If you choose to get outside, please act responsibly. Visit www.nps.gov/subjects/ fire/wildland-fire-safety to learn about wildland fire and safety for park visitors. —National Park Service
July 8, 2021
Wills, Trusts, and More
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Review Your Estate Plan by Jeffery J. McKenna Significant family changes always signal the need to review and revise your estate plan. There are numerous reasons to update your estate plan. Clients often overlook changes in their life which necessitate changes to their estate plan. The following are 10 instances when your plan should be reviewed and updated: 1. Marriage 2. The birth or death of a child 3. A significant change in the value/makeup of your Estate 4. Divorce 5. Relocation to a different state 6. Changes in family relationships 7. Changes in the law 8. Changes in professional or business status and/ or relationships 9. Death of a spouse 10. Death or incapacity of individuals named as fiduciaries in your current plan You should review your plan on an annual basis to consider if any of the above events have occurred. If you are not sure whether these or other events require updating your plan, call your estate planning attorney to discuss your situation. State and federal legisla-
tures have become very active in recent years in changing the laws regarding estate planning, estate administration, and estate and income taxation. This trend is expected to continue. Because of this, and also because you may have changes in your financial and/ or family circumstances, it is recommended that a thorough review be made of your estate plan by an attorney when these changes occur, or at least every three to five years. A will can be changed or amended with a codicil, a document executed with the same formality as the will itself. It is not always necessary to completely redraft the old will to make minor changes. The codicil must be in writing, signed by the testator, and witnessed by at least two disinterested parties. You cannot amend a will simply by writing in the margin or crossing out particular provisions. A will may be revoked by making out a new will that expressly revokes the former one, or by completely destroying the original will. Changes to a trust may be made by restating the trust, or by simply amending it, depending on the circumstances. Estate planning review is yet another way to protect your assets. It ensures that your wishes are carried out
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NOW WITH A PANGUITCH OFFICE AT 46 NORTH MAIN STREET TO SERVE CLIENTS IN AND AROUND GARFIELD COUNTY. Jeffery J. McKenna is a local attorney serving clients in Utah, Nevada, and Arizona. He is a shareholder at the law firm of Barney McKenna and Olmstead. He is a founding member and former President of the Southern Utah Estate Planning Council. If you have questions regarding this article or if you have a topic you wish to have addressed in this column, you can call 435 6281711 or email jmckenna@ barney-mckenna.com. and that your heirs are protected from paying unnecessary taxes and administration costs upon your death.
Recently, I brought my six-year-old granddaughter, Brooke, with me on my trip to the recycling yard to dispose of a lawnmower and some other metal. There, we wandered around among the hundreds of cars that were waiting to be crushed. Most of them were missing parts, which had been removed for reuse in other cars. Brooke said to me, "Poppa" "Yes Brooke," I replied. "I'm not buying my first car here."
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A young girl of four had to have an x-ray taken at the medical office where I worked. She had been in an accident with her bicycle and the doctor was afraid she may have broken her wrist. The girl, however, was very concerned about the procedure and no matter how her mother tried to calm her, she kept putting up quite the fuss as we led her into the x-ray facility. When she came out a few minutes later, however, she was calm and all smiles. "They just took a picture of my bones," she explained to her mother. "Yes, dear," her mom replied. "I told you it was easy. Did everything go well?" "Yup. It was great!" the child exclaimed. "I didn't even have to take my skin off or anything!"
sudoku To Play: Complete the grid so that every row, every column and every 3x3 box contains the digits 1 to 9
According to a new survey of all the social-networking sites, Twitter had the highest percentage of older users. In fairness, most of them just kept creating new accounts because they forgot their passwords.
Today's Thought
My mouth doesn't seem to have a backspace key.
PUNishment
My boss yelled at me the other day, “You’ve got to be the worst train driver in history. How many trains did you derail last year?" I said, "Can’t say for sure, it’s so hard to keep track!"
This week's answers on page 10
THEME: MOTTOES AND SLOGANS ACROSS site
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6. Bottle top 9. Dried up 13. Can't see the forest for this? 14. *____ You Need is Love 15. ____-upper 16. End of a poem 17. Filmmaker Spike 18. Like a good athlete? 19. *"Tastes So Good, Cats Ask for It by Name" 21. *"The Quicker Picker Upper" 23. Duke of Cambridge to Prince of Wales 24. Blood vessel 25. The Jackson 5 1970 hit 28. Plural of velum 30. Havanese or Pekingese 35. High school formal 37. What the phone did 39. Abrupt increase 40. *____ John's: "Better Ingredients. Better Pizza." 41. Working shoelaces 43. Island east of Java 44. Shockingly graphic 46. Hurtful remark 47. Design detail 48. Canine's coat 50. Law school prerequisite, acr. 52. a.k.a. Tokyo 53. Muscovite or biotite 55. Uber alternative 57. *"Let's Go Places" advertiser 60. *"Can You Hear Me Now?" advertiser 64. On the fritz 65. Wharton degree 67. Upholstery choice 68. Bell-bottoms bottom 69. Emergency responder, acr. 70. Prenatal test, for short 71. Medieval Northern European
72. Be obliged 73. Reconnaissance, for short DOWN 1. Part of a flute 2. Marine eagle 3. What malevolent and levorotary have in common 4. Jellicles' cries 5. Isaac of science fiction fame 6. Burnt metal residue 7. India pale ____ 8. Annapolis frosh 9. Leo or Virgo, e.g. 10. Sign above a door 11. Count on 12. Before, poetically 15. Floras' partners 20. Apathetic 22. Crude fuel 24. Flavoring from Madagascar 25. *"Think Different" advertiser 26. Former Milwaukee Brewer All Star Ryan 27. Dried coconut meat 29. *"Betcha Can't Eat Just One" advertiser
31. Drinking establishments 32. Blind alternative 33. Checked out 34. *"So Easy, a Caveman Can Do It" advertiser 36. Disfigure 38. African migrants 42. Actress turned princess of Monaco 45. Lower a rank 49. Ignited 51. Tooth decay agent 54. Tarantino in his own movie, e.g. 56. Biotic community 57. Story "of Two Cities" 58. October stone 59. Nomad's round house 60. Flower holder 61. Dietary mineral 62. Medley 63. Ne 64. *"It's Finger Lickin' Good" 66. *"The Ultimate Driving Machine" Solution on page 10
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by Mack Oetting ~ mackoetting @gmail.com
Robert Jon Hatch
PANGUITCH - Robert Jon Hatch, 58, passed away June 28, 2021, after a short illness at the St. George Regional Hospital in St. George. He was born February 27, 1963 in Panguitch to Ortho Jon and Elsie Elizabeth Worthen Hatch. Rob liked fishing and hunting, and being in the outdoors, his favorite place has always been Panguitch Lake. He spent many hours in the hills cutting wood with his brother, Cliff, and son, Logan. He was best known for his cooking. Many of us enjoyed the fruits of his labor these past years at the Lake, often with a quick “hi” from the cook himself. Rob was incredibly kind-hearted, he enjoyed helping others; he was smart, mechanically talented, and could fix just about anything. He also saved time to tease and could be a bit mischievous. Even through his last days, filled with pain, he didn’t complain much and didn’t want attention directed toward him. Rob’s passion was cooking but his love was for his children, Bobbi, Mike, and Logan, to whom he was known as a “fun dad.” He is survived by this children: Bobbi (Bruce) Hatch, Mike (Seth) Hatch, Logan (Zoey) Hatch; grandchildren, Aspen, Kassia, Jaden, Teagyn, also nephew and niece, Brogon Hatch and Elcha Hatch, who he helped raise: and mother Elsie Hatch, sisters, Tammy (Neal) Barton of Panguitch; and Corrie Hatch, Phoenix, AZ; step-brothers: Lance (Kathleen) Christensen and Cody (Kris) Christensen, both of Elsinore; and numerous nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by father, Jon Hatch and stepmother, Judy Christensen; brother and best friend, Cliff Hatch A memorial service was held Friday, July 2nd, 2021, at 1:00 p.m. in the Panguitch 2nd LDS Ward building, 160 North 400 East, in Panguitch, where friends called from 11:00 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. Funeral Directors: Hughes Mortuary, St. George. Please visit www.hughesmortuary.com to leave condolences.
Scott Neilson
HENRIEVILLE - Scott Andrew Neilson, 55, passed away June 30, 2021 at his home in Henrieville. He was born May 6, 1966 to Doyle and Kathryn Sheppard Neilson in Provo. He grew up in Sunset, Utah and attended Clearfield High School. Throughout his life, he accomplished many things. He was proud of taking care of the Henrieville City Cemetery, becoming a volunteer fire chief of Henrieville City and being part of the volunteer Search and Rescue. He married Kym Sjoberg and had a daughter, Baylee Drew. They later divorced. After moving to southern Utah, he met the love of his life, Kelsey Biegel, and they had a daughter, Chloe. He worked for the National Park Service at Bryce Canyon. He was most known for his outgoing, fun, loving ways. He is survived by his daughters: Baylee Drew (Charles) McClaren, NE; Chloe Elysse Neilson and fiancée, Kelsey Elysse Biegel, both of Henrieville; 2 grandchildren; mother, Kathryn, Henrieville; siblings: James (Shelley) Neilson, Henrieville; Kathryn (Michael) Murphy, Clearfield; Steven (Sheila) Neilson, Layton. Preceded in death by his father, Doyle; and grandparents: Varcel Neilson; Frank and Lula Moore; Lyman and Elva Sheppard. Funeral services were held Wednesday, July 7, 2021 at 11:00 a.m. in the Henrieville Ward Chapel, where friends called Tuesday evening from 6-7 p.m. or Wednesday morning from 9:30 - 10:30 a.m. Burial was in the Henrieville Cemetery. Funeral Directors: Magleby Mortuary, Richfield, Salina and Manti. Online guestbook at www.maglebymortuary.com
July 8, 2021
Courtesy Shawn Caine
Panguitch held their Chicken Lights and Chrome Truck Show on July 2 and 3. At least 50 semis participated in the event, and drivers enjoyed showing off to a large crowd.
The Fourth of July celebration got off to a roaring start, or at least a horn blowing one. The Chicken Lights and Chrome Truck Show was bigger than ever; what beautiful hunks of machinery. I can’t believe that they are driven over the road and can look so great. The blue light special, parked in front of our house, is owned by Roger Hill from Cedar City. Bob Orton, who is responsible for all of these trucks being here, had his Black Beast and dual tanker trailers. Bob's trucks always look like they are brand new. I wonder how he can keep those tanker trailers looking so good. The trucks were here till 11:00 p.m., showing off their Bobtails to a very large crowd, and the driver's didn’t hesitate to boost little kids up into their cabs. There was a Tonka truck there and one that had an engine that was all chrome. It would do great in the car shows that are around the state. This show gets bigger each year and so are the crowds. I counted fifty semis, give or take a couple. Saturday morning, the Lions Club had another big breakfast and got the festivities off to a great start. We kept waiting for the kiddie parade to come, but I guess we waited too long. When we walked down to the corner, the folks there said it was about five minutes long and that it was over. However, we did not miss the firefighters' fireworks, and they are so good. They just keep getting better each year. We have a perfect spot on our patio that has an unobstructed view of what is going on. The grand finale was really something. Thank you, firefighters,
Courtesy Shawn Caine
you are really great. I guess both Pat and I were really tired because we did not hear the bombs going off at 6 a.m. in our front yard. The next big event will be the 24th, and there will be a few changes, starting with the breakfast. In the thirty years we have lived here, the Boy Scouts have put on the breakfast because there aren't any Scout programs in our area. The breakfast will be put on by the Panguitch Lions Club, and it will be held at the Zions Bank. After the breakfast, it will be the 24th parade, which is one of the biggest in So. Utah. Then, because of the high cost of beef and all the work that goes into the annual firefighters luncheon, they are going to have an old-fashioned burger cookout. Stay tuned for more information in next week’s issue. Well, that little spurt of spring time we had last week was sure welcome, and the rain also didn’t hurt. However, according to the weatherman on channel 2, it didn’t last too long. It is going to heat up again, with temperatures in the 110° range in St. George. One of their weathermen said that the SLC record for days over 100 degrees has been at 23, and they have already had 15 of those days, with more scheduled for next week. Garfield County has gone another week without any reported cases of COVID-19. However, there is a new variant that is called Delta, and it has made its way into all 50 states. This virus came mostly from England, but it is the virus that is killing thousands in India, and it spreads quickly. Many of those that have had the shots are getting this vi-
rus, but none have gone to the hospital or died from it. The ones that are dying and going to the hospital are unvaccinated. They are finding that those that have had the shots have a really high immune system, and after four months, they are checked again and their immune system is just as strong. This is another reason to get vaccinated. I get many magazines, and one is called Utah Life. It has fantastic pictures in it, but for three issues, it is reporting on events that have happened in Utah over the last 125 years. One of the terrible events that took place from 1951 to 1962 was the nuclear fallout that hit Southern Utah. The cold war was in full swing in the 50s, children began practicing duck and cover to prepare for a Soviet nuclear attack. The Russians never dropped a bomb on U.S. soil, but the U.S. Government did and killed thousands of Americans, including many in So. Utah. They knew what they were doing, and the wind had to be away from Las Vegas and California. The worst single event came on May 10, 1953, with a test of a 32 kiloton nuclear bomb at Yucca Flats. More than twice the destructive force of the bomb dropped on Hiroshima. They called the test Operation Upshot-Knothole Harry, later to be called Dirty Harry. It was the 9th of 11 bombs tested that spring. At 5:05, the bomb exploded, and the monitoring station in St. George at 8:50 a.m. showed a spike in radiation, and it maxed out showing an exposure greater than 300 milliroentgens per hour; the safe exposure level is 2 milliroentgens per hour. Sheep were dying; one rancher
lost 4,500 sheep, many with burns and lesions, in Cedar City. We learned of the terrible outcome when visiting Pat’s cousins in Parowan in the 60s. Her cousin lost their five year old daughter to leukemia, and the same year, 47 other children died from leukemia in So. Utah. People in Utah, who lived downwind from the tests, became known as "downwinders." In 1979, the "downwinders" sued the government for knowingly putting them in harm’s way. The judge ruled in their favor, but a higher court overruled them. However, in 1990, Congress passed the Radiation Exposure Compensation Act, which includes a measure giving $50,000 per person to those who developed radiation linked cancer and lived in the ten counties at the time of the tests. The government has awarded more than $2.4 billion in benefits to more than 37,000 claimants. Pat was one of those that was here then, and we know many that have suffered from this terrible government coverup. Our former neighbors, the Smith Willis, both died from illnesses caused by radiation. Most of the stories in the magazine are much more cheerful than this one, like the Utah invention of Fry Sauce. There will be a primary election on August 10 to determine who will be running in the general election for two City Council seats. We have five really good candidates that will be running: Tracy Wright, David C. Dodds, Paul Dastrup, Dean Sheffer and Mack Oetting. The City government is the most important in one’s life because as voters, you can control them. So, take the time to do your duty and vote. Happy belated 80th birthday to Stan Pollock; getting old isn’t for sissies. Early in the year, both Stan and Anna were stricken by the virus and spent many months in the hospital in St. George. But they are both back being Stan and Anna Pollock. I hope you have many more of these events. Stan, after you get to be 80, the charts don’t go any higher, so you can count backwards from now on. July 4th is always a reminder what a great place we live in, and it is because of the brave that we are free. Let’s work together to make our National motto (E Pluribus Unum [out of many, one]) a reality. It cannot happen without all of us. Mack O.
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July 8, 2021
LegaL Notices NOTICE TO WATER USERS The applications below were filed with the Division of Water Rights in Wayne County. These are informal proceedings per Rule 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 Aug. 4, 2021 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)5387240 for additional information. NEW APPLICATION(S) 97-2470 (A82703): John and Elinor Sargent propose(s) using 1.73 ac-ft. from groundwater (6 mi. SE of Escalante) for DOMESTIC; IRRIGATION; STOCKWATERING. 97-2471 (A82706): Mark Austin propose(s) using 1.73 ac-ft. from groundwater (North of Boulder) for DOMESTIC; IRRIGATION. CHANGE APPLICATION(S) 95-571 (a47456): USA Bureau of Land Management propose(s) using 0.008 cfs from the Starr Spring (24 miles north of Bullfrog) for WILDLIFE: Incidental wildlife watering; RECREATION: Supplemental supply for campground and picnic facilities under WR #95-5057.; STOCKWATERING. 97-2468 (a47464): Bradley Chalfant, Brenda Johnson propose(s) using 0.5 ac-ft. from groundwater (SE of Boulder) for DOMESTIC; IRRIGATION. 61-3286 (a47484): State of Utah Board of Water Resources, West Panguitch Irrigation and Reservoir Company, William and Roberta York propose(s) using 0.04 cfs OR 1.6 ac-ft. from groundwater (3 miles SE of Panguitch) for DOMESTIC; IRRIGATION. 61-2843 (a47486): Thomas L. and Patricia H. Hood, State of Utah Board of Water Resources, West Panguitch Irrigation and Reservoir Company propose(s) using 0.25 ac-ft. from groundwater (1 mile west of Panguitch Lake) for DOMESTIC. EXTENSION(S) 97-2259 (A73901): Sarah Langwell is/are filing an extension for 1.73 ac-ft. (Boulder, Utah) for DOMESTIC; IRRIGATION; STOCKWATERING. NONUSE APPLICATION(S) 97-1998 (A40416): H. Austin Belnap Family Intervivos Revocable Trust is/are seeking a nonuse period for 14.096 acft. from groundwater (East of Boulder) for IRRIGATION. Teresa Wilhelmsen, P.E., State Engineer Published in the Wayne & Garfield County Insider on JULY 8 & 15, 2021 NOTICE TO ALL WAYNE COUNTY ARICULTURAL LAND OWNERS The Wayne County Assessor's reappraisal area for this year will be all agricultural parcels enrolled in the Greenbelt program. The Greenbelt program was created by the Utah Farmland Assessment Act of 1969. (Utah Code § 59-2-501) is designed to help farmers and ranchers by reducing property taxes on land that is being used for agricultural purposes while also meeting specific production standards. Every 5 years, the Assessor's office has the obligation, by law, to audit each Greenbelt parcel. During this time, we will be updating all files to include the required documentation to ensure that your land is: classified correctly, meeting production standards, and any necessary documents are on file. We will also be adjusting the market values to reflect current market conditions. However, the Utah State Tax Commission sets the taxable values for land enrolled in the Greenbelt program based on economic factors that impact agricultural land. As such, the taxable values typically don’t fluctuate greatly. If you are leasing your land to others, it is your responsibility to provide our office with an active lease agreement. A valid lease agreement must include all of the following: Dates, names, signatures and contact numbers for both the Lessor and the Lessee. If the land is farmed, the type of crop and it’s corresponding tonnage per acre harvested is required. If the land is grazed, the type and number of animals, and length of time they spend grazing each parcel is required. If a lease situation applies to your land, we recommend that you start this process immediately. Note: if you are signing leases to qualify another’s land, please make sure you have enough animals to qualify your own land first. If you farm or graze your own land, no lease is required. However, you will be required to provide an updated signed statement to our office. We will provide the signed statement form(s) to you. Per (Utah Code § 59-2-506) if your land is no longer meeting agricultural production standards, a 5 year rollback tax will be applied. You will be receiving a letter from our office in the near future with more information and the required forms. We will need to schedule owner appointments to complete this process. If you have questions or concerns, please call Sharon Torgerson, Wayne County Assessor at 435-836-1305. Published in the Wayne & Garfield County Insider on JULY 8, 2021 CIB FEASIBILITY STUDY PUBLIC HEARING TROPIC TOWN Notice is hereby given the Mayor and Town Council of Tropic Town will hold a public hearing to discuss submitting application to the Community Impact Board (CIB) for funding an Impact Fee Feasibility Study. Date: Thursday, July 8, 2021 Time: 5:30 p.m. Place: Tropic Town Heritage Center 20 North Main Tropic UT 84776 Mayor and Town Council welcome comments concerning the size, scope and nature of the project. All interested persons shall be given an opportunity to be heard. In compliance with the American with Disabilities Act, individuals needing special accommodations (including auxiliary communicative aids and services) during this meeting should notify Marie Niemann (435) 679-8713 at least three-(3) working days prior to this meeting CERTIFICATION OF POSTING I, The duly appointed and acting clerk for the Town of Tropic, Hereby Certify that copies of the foregoing notice was posted at the following places within the municipality on the 5th day of July 2021 and on the Utah Public Notice Website. 1. Tropic Town Website 2. Tropic Town Office 3. Tropic Post Office Marie Niemann, Tropic Town Clerk Published in the Wayne & Garfield County Insider on JULY 8, 2021
NOTICE OF INTENT TO APPOINT TRUSTEES FOR WAYNE COUNTY SPECIAL SERVICE DISTRICT #1 NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that two (2) vacancies exist on the Board of Directors for the Wayne County Special Service District #1. The purpose of this Special Service District is to receive and disburse mineral lease funds received from the State of Utah. If interested in serving on this board, please submit resume and cover letter to the Wayne County Clerk's Office by 5:00 pm, Friday, July 23, 2021. At its regular meeting on Tuesday, September 7, 2021, the Wayne County Commission will appoint two (2) trustees to the governing board of the District for a four (4) year term. If you have any questions, contact the County Clerk's Office at 435-836-1300. Ryan Torgerson Wayne County Clerk/Auditor Published in the Wayne & Garfield County Insider on JULY 1 & 8, 2021 NOTICE OF INTENT TO APPOINT TRUSTEES FOR WAYNE COUNTY SPECIAL SERVICE DISTRICT #3 NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that two (2) vacancies exist on the Board of Directors for the Wayne County Special Service District #3. This Special Service District will be used for Fire suppression and to track Fire Department revenues and expenditures. If interested in serving on this board, please submit resume and cover letter to the Wayne County Clerk’s Office by 5:00 pm, Friday, July 23, 2021. Persons with experience and knowledge in fire suppression preferred. At its regular meeting on Tuesday, September 7, 2021, the Wayne County Commission will appoint two (2) trustees to the governing board of the District for a four (4) year term. If you have any questions, contact the County Clerk’s Office at 435-836-1300. Ryan Torgerson Wayne County Clerk/Auditor Published in the Wayne & Garfield County Insider on JULY 1 & 8, 2021 NOTICE OF PROPOSED ZONING CHANGE WAYNE COUNTY PROPOSED CHANGE FROM: RESIDENTIAL/AGRICULTURAL TO: INDUSTRIAL WITH A CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT INTENDED USE: SAND & GRAVEL REMOVAL, CONCRETE BATCH PLANT & ASPHALT HOT PLANT ZONING CHANGE REQUESTED BY: HARWARD & REES & D G LUSKO A PUBLIC HEARING WILL BE HELD PRIOR TO THE PLANNING & ZONING MEETING ON JULY 14, 2021 @ 7 PM WAYNE COUNTY COURTHOUSE LEGAL DES: Being a part of the following parcels of ground: 02-0083-0994 / O-994 & 02-0083-0986 / O-986 SE1/4 and N1/2SW1/4, SW1/4SW1/4 SECTION 5 T30S R11E Located on Fairview Ranch, approx. 8 miles Southwest of Hanksville, UT Published in the Wayne & Garfield County Insider on JULY 1 & 8, 2021 ADVERTISEMENT FOR BIDS BOULDER TOWN DOCUMENT 00 11 13 Boulder Town 351 North 100 East, Boulder, UT 84716 General Notice: Boulder Town is requesting Bids for the construction of the following Project: Boulder Town—Safe Routes to School Bids for the construction of the Project will be received at the Boulder Town Hall located at 351 North 100 East, Boulder, UT, until Thursday, July 14, 2021, at 10:00 am local time. At that time, the Bids received will be publicly opened and read. The Project includes the following Work: signage and paint improvements within Boulder Town near school, and related work. Bids will be received for single contract. 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 $20.00. 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 $30.00 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 will 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: Boulder Town By: Judith Davis Title: Town Clerk Date: 06/30/2021 Published in the Wayne & Garfield County Insider on JULY 1 & 8, 2021 PUBLIC NOTICE TORREY TOWN DECLARATIONS OF CANDIDACY 20A-9-203
Mayor Michael D Wright Scott Chesnut Town Council D. Bruce Phillips Sheila Patricia Kearney Bronson Oyler Pearl Thorndal-Stewart Published in the Wayne & Garfield County Insider on JULY 8 & 15, 2021
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Elder Dallas Englestead
PANGUITCH Dallas Englestead has been called to Kingston, Jamaica to serve a mission for the Church of Jesus Christ of Latterday Saints, however, will be temporarily reassigned to Charleston, West Virginia due to COVID. He will speak July 11th at 9:00 a.m. at the Panguitch Stake Center (550 S. 100 W.).
LegaL Notices DIVISION OF WATER QUALITY UTAH DEPARTMENT OF ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY PUBLIC NOTICE OF RENEWAL OF AN OPERATING PERMIT JULY 8, 2021 PURPOSE OF PUBLIC NOTICE The purpose of this public notice is to declare the State of Utah’s intention to receive public comments on the proposed Aquifer Classification for the Bryce Canyon Area, Garfield County, Utah. BACKGROUND The Garfield County Commission has petitioned the Utah Water Quality Board in accordance with UAC R317-6-5 to classify Ground Water in the Bryce Canyon Area, Garfield County, Utah as Class 1A, Pristine Ground Water. Documentation supporting the petition may be examined, or copies obtained by contacting Sarah Ward at the Division of Water Quality, 195 North 1950 West, Salt Lake City, UT 84114, sarahward@utah. gov, or (385) 332-9574. PUBLIC COMMENTS Public comments are invited any time prior to the deadline of the close of business on August 23, 2021. Written public comments can be submitted to: Sarah Ward, Individual Permits Section, Utah Division of Water Quality, PO Box 144870, Salt Lake City, Utah 84114-4870 or electronically by email at: sarahward@utah.gov or at https://deq.utah.gov/water-quality/ water-quality-electronic-submissions. As part of the public comment period, a public hearing will be held August 3, 2021 at 7pm with an informational session at 6:30pm to 7:00pm. After considering public comment, the Division of Water Quality may reissue, revise, or abandon the classification. The classification is available for public review under “Public Participation” at https://deq.utah.gov/public-notices-archive/ water-quality-public-notices. If internet access is not available, a copy may be obtained by calling Sarah Ward at 385.332.9574. Published in the Wayne & Garfield County Insider on JULY 8, 2021 DIVISION OF WATER QUALITY UTAH DEPARTMENT OF ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING ON GROUND WATER CLASSIFICATION OF THE BRYCE CANYON AREA GARFIELD COUNTY, UTAH JULY 8, 2021 Purpose of Public Hearing The Utah Department of Environmental Quality (DEQ) will conduct a public hearing to receive public comments on the proposed Aquifer Classification for the Bryce Canyon Area, Garfield County, Utah. Background The Garfield County Commission has petitioned the Utah Water Quality Board in accordance with UAC R317-6-5 to classify Ground Water in the Bryce Canyon Area, Garfield County, Utah as Class 1A, Pristine Ground Water. Documentation supporting the petition may be examined, or copies obtained by contacting Sarah Ward at the Division of Water Quality, 195 North 1950 West, Salt Lake City, UT 84114, sarahward@utah. gov, or (385) 332-9574. Hearing Location In-Person Hearing: Ruby's Inn, Red Canyon B Room 26 South Main Street Bryce Canyon City, UT 84764 Virtual Hearing Option: https://us02web.zoom. us/j/87917065263 Date: August 3, 2021 Time: Informational session at 6:30 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. Public Hearing beginning at 7:00 p.m. Public Comments: Typed comments are preferred to help with clarity. Written comments are recommended to be submitted prior to the hearing via the DWQ web portal at https://deq.utah.gov/water-quality/water-quality-electronic-submissions. With the included Purpose of Submission information: Aquifer Classification for the Bryce Canyon Area, Garfield County, Utah c/o Sarah Ward. Public comments may be made and recorded at the hearing and during the public notice period any time prior to Monday, August 23, 2021 close of business. Written comments will be accepted at the hearing. Prior the hearing DWQ will hold a short informational session on the aquifer classification. Additional Information Additional information may be obtained upon request by contacting Sarah Ward at (385) 332-9574 or sarahward@utah. gov or by writing to Sarah Ward at The Division of Water Quality, 195 North 1950 West, Salt Lake City, Ut 84114, (385) 3329574. Related documents are available for review on the DWQ web page at https://deq.utah.gov/water-quality/water-qualitypublic-notices. In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act, individuals with special needs (including auxiliary communicative aids and services) should contact the Utah State Accessibility website at https://www.utah.gov/accessibility.html. Published in the Wayne & Garfield County Insider on JULY 8, 2021
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Jan Stephen Stringham
TORREY / ROOSEVELT - Jan Stephen Stringham, age 70, formerly of Torrey, currently of Roosevelt, passed away peacefully at home, surrounded by those who love him most on June 6, 2021 after a long period of being cared for by his daughter and son-in-law. He was born November 7, 1950, in Vernal to Stephen Bryant and Loma Goodrich Stringham. He was the 4th of 5 beautiful children. He married Rhonda Deakin on March 19, 1978, and after 34 years, they divorced. Jan was in the construction industry all his life, but his real passion and dream was music. He was an extremely talented guitarist who played in several band including "Sagebrush," "Massadona," "Sofa Kings," and the all-time dream, "The Launch." Jan had many musician friends throughout his life and has moved on to make many more. Jan was also an avid outdoorsman who loved to fish, hunt, haul wood, and look for rocks. Most rocks to him were a "Leave er right! Leave er right there." He took many trips to Diamond Mountain. After 60 years of hunting, he finally bagged a trophy bull he named, "Maxwell." A few years later, the last hunt of Jan's life, he spent everyday right to the last day of the hunt with his son-in-law, Mike, looking for that trophy deer. He was able to fufill that dream landing his trophy deer named, "Diamond Jim." Jan was a perfectionist when it came to the garden; a trait that annoyed his family to the end. Jan's love for his family and friends—especially his grandchildren—will be greatly missed. He is survived by the twinkle-in-his-eye, daughter, Starr (Mike) Spencer, Roosevelt; step-son, Stoney (Nicole) Stringham, Fremont, UT; grandchildren, Kamrynn (Braydn) Mitton; Ashtynn (David) Scott Cambri Jade Elder, Kelton Michael, McKenzi Mae, & Myles Bryant Spencer, great-grandson, Mckrae Mitton; brother, Robert Stringham; sister, Stephanie Hollibaugh; best friends, Bill Cronkrite, Joe Busha, Cole Busha, Paul Brown, Craig Brown, Cliff Grua, Steven Moosman, Dave Wilson; and his physician, neighbor, bishop, home teacher and friend, Brad Jenkins. He was preceded in death by his parents, Steve and Loma; brother, Kent and Carl Dean, and his beloved dog, "Osso." Per his wishes, he was cremated. There will be a celebration of life for Jan on Saturday, July 10 at 6 p.m. at Torrey Town Park.
4th of July: The Boulder 4th of July
celebration included the annual Highway 12 parade, games, food, a talent show, and a dance party into the night in the Boulder Town Park Pavilion.
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The categories this year were Music, Movement, Spoken Word, Odd and Peculiar and Kids, with the winner of each category receiving a prize of $50, and the overall winner winning a prize of $150. The show’s performances spanned from entertaining dance numbers, to heartfelt songs (including a rendition of Tyler Childer’s "Follow You to Virgie," dedicated to Naomi Brems who passed away this winter), to a puppet show, to acrobatics, to tricks with live Boulder scorpions collected on the previous night (performed, to the audience’s squeals of disbelief, by a professional wildlife biologist and scorpion expert). The winners in each category were Blythe and Gabe
Schade in Music; Adrian Dalton in Movement; Logan Navar in Spoken Word; Parrish Brady in Odd and Peculiar; and Justin Scott overall, for his bluesy harmonica performance accompanied by Briggs on guitar. Following the announcement of this year’s winners, revelers moved from the grass to the Boulder Pavilion, where a multi-generational dance party commenced to a live set by DJ Jordan Badger. The event could not have happened without planners and sponsors, including the Boulder Mountain Lodge, Boulder Mountain Guest Ranch, Boulder Town, food vendors, talent show performers and judges, parade participants, of course the Boulder Community Alliance and other volunteers, and, lastly, the crowd who showed up to celebrate
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Chaff Before the Wind: This week's installment of Steven Lee's exploration
of Indigenous history in Panguitch discusses the origins and meaning of the name "Panguitch." He, also, follows the arrival of "the Saints" to the Parowan Valley, where they would have met the Indigenous people of the Markagunt Plateau—the "Pah-ra-goons" and the "Pa-guits"—for the first time.
for the word "Fish." Not "Big-Fish," just "Fish." • In Southern Paiute: Fish is "pawguh'uts" according to Martineau, or "pa' kiu" according to Sapir. • In Western Shoshoni: "painwi," or "baingwi" There are other variations of the word "fish" in additional dialects, including Ute and Goshute, but once again, the direct Courtesy Steven Lee, Photo on Right Colorized By Steven Lee translation for each is just "fish" and not Albert Sidney Johnston (left) and John D. Lee (right). "Big-Fish." Parowan. Here, they began Interestingly, the earliest Chaff Before the Wind laying the foundations for documented claim I can find Cont'd from page 1 southern Utah's first perma- for the "Big-fish" misnomer situation of finding a safe place nent Mormon settlement. appears to have been incorfor the Saints to go next. As the Here, they would have met rectly propagated by William situation progressed, Brigham the Indigenous people of the R. Palmer himself in the same Young soon emerged as the de Markagunt Plateau for the first 1928 paper previously quoted. facto leader in Smith's absence, time. According to Martineau Palmer states the following: sensing an opportunity in the [1], Kelly [4], and Palmer [7], "Pa-gu or Pang-we is fish. Pan1845 expansionist platform of the Indigenous peoples of the guitch is big or heavy fish!" Presidential candidate James Parowan Valley were known Palmer cites an 1877 book K. Polk; he set his eyes on the as the "Pah-ra-goons;" the written by George W. Hill soon-to-be disputed Mexican group lived along the western titled Vocabulary of the Shoterritory of the Southwest. Two side of the Markagunt plateau shone Language as evidence years later, Young had success- directly adjacent to a closely for this claim. Still, upon thorfully led and established a new related group on the eastern ough inspection of this short home for his people (including side called the "Pa-guits." The 48 page book, which is no lonmy 4th great-grandparents) two groups would spend the ger deemed reliable by authoriunder the shadows of the great winter months camped togeth- tative ethnographers, Hill does er at Panguitch Lake or near list the word "pan-gwitch" but Rocky Mountains. In telling the story of the the present-day town of Hatch, once again defines the term as Mormon migration to Utah and according to Palmer: "in meaning "fish," just "fish." As best as I can tell, the territory, the joyful tale of a time they became so interdisplaced people arriving at mixed that the Pah-ra-goons inspiration for this seemingly the "promised land" often virtually absorbed the Pa-guits, intentional misnomer is likely related to a tourism-based ecoovershadows the rather incon- and they became as one." nomic shift in the southern venient fact that the land was -----------------------------------Here I will pause to ad- Utah region during the 1920s, already home to more than 20,000 Indigenous people. dress the issue raised in my following the creation of Zion Another often overshadowed previous article about the cor- NP in 1919 and Bryce Canyon point is that American Mor- rect translation of the word NP in 1923. mons were not the first Euro- "Panguitch." The longstanding -----------------------------------Now, back to the Pah-rapeans to explore the Great Ba- belief held by folks in my comsin region, nor were they the munity is that the word means goons. A Southern Paiute infirst to exploit the lands' natu- "Big-Fish;" this understanding formant named Johnny Jake, ral resources and people. We is not correct, but it's not that who contributed significantly to LaVan Martineau's book, all know that Columbus sailed far off either. Perhaps William R. Palm- makes what I feel is the most the ocean blue in 1492. Still, many of us may not know that er explained the anglicization important observation about the Spanish discovery of silver of Indigenous words best in the anglicized word "Panat Zacatecas, Mexico, in 1540 his 1928 paper titled "Indian guitch." Jake explained that birthed a three century-long Names in Utah Geography." a particular Goshute term for fish, "pawngweets," is perhaps global silver boom that quickly He states: "What did the Indians the closest sounding Indigproduced the first waves of European colonizers in the pres- call the mountains, the val- enous word to the anglicized ent-day Southwestern United leys, and streams before the form. This observation is imStates. By 1776, Spanish mis- white man made his map and portant for two reasons. (1) According to Palmer, sions and outposts had become appended his strange and forwell established in the region, eign names? "In naming the the noted Paiute headman, prompting the Governor of features of the land, why the Awanap (aka Kanarra), had a New Spain to send Father white man's ruthless disregard brother named Quan-ar. PalmDominguez on his famous ex- of the ancient and time-hon- er claims that as the presence pedition to locate a trade route ored nomenclature of the race of Mormon settlers in Parowan to connect the capital of Santa he has superseded? Are the continued to grow, Quan-ar Fe with the kingdoms thriv- newer names more euphoni- divided the Pah-ra-goons and ing missions on the California ous, or dignified, or interest- took his followers with him to ing, or appropriate, or do they live further west, near Gosiute coast. Many people do not real- possess in any way a better territory. (2) Johhny Jake further ize that the Dominguez Expe- logic of fitness that rendered dition was, in fact, a failure. the re-christening advisable? told Martineau: "some GosThe expedition did not reach In most instances, we will find iutes used to come down here the outpost in Monterey, as that the new settlers scarcely [Panguitch Lake] to catch fish they had hoped; instead, the paused long enough to ask and dry them to take back with weary travelers drew lots near the Indians if the country and them." Based on this statement, present-day Parowan and de- its parts were named. Perhaps it appears that there existed cided to head back to Santa our pioneer forebears thought friendly relations and possible Fe. It is interesting to note that the humble red man had not seasonal visits between the while the Dominguez Expedi- sense enough to name his land- two neighboring Indigenous tion did succeed in laying the marks; perhaps they thought groups long before the arrival foundations of the Old Spanish him too stolid and unimagina- of Mormon settlers. I find the Southern PaiuteTrail if it were not for their fail- tive to create a fitting name; ure in reaching Monterey, the or perhaps their Anglo-Saxon Gosiute connection so signifidisplaced Mormons of 1847 or Scandinavian tongues were cant because of the eventual would likely have needed to too thick to twist themselves fate shared by the Pah-ra-goons around the Indian words, and and their Gosiute friends. In find a different place to settle. Shortly after arriving in the Indians were unable to ex- the spring of 1861, a military the Salt Lake Valley, John D. plain the meaning of the names detachment commanded by Lee was assigned, along with they had bestowed. At any rate, Albert Sidney Johnston (The many others, to the "Southern few are the original names that same Johnston whose army Mission," with orders from have survived the re-christen- marched against the Mormons Brigham Young to begin the ing. Some of the changes were during the Utah War) was colonization effort in the ex- justifiable, some excusable, waiting at Camp Floyd to pretended area south of the Great some were improvements, but vent roving bands of warriors Salt Lake. By early 1851, the many of them were without from attacking supply lines. party had reached the place reason, and the names given Accounts of the Spring Valley of the Spanish Fathers' earlier are not as good as the names Massacre say that the soldiers at Camp Floyd were bored and indecision near present-day they superseded." The short answer is this: had grown impatient with the there is no correct translation desire to "kill Indians." So, for the word "Panguitch" be- when news came that a group cause the term has been angli- of "Parowan Indians" had been cized (made English in form spotted camping alongside and character) and has no di- Gosiutes near the present-day rect Indigenous meaning in town of Baker, Nevada, Johnany Shoshonean dialect. ston quickly concluded that the The longer answer is two groups were "on the warthis: The word "Panguitch," path," and should be "elimialthough anglicized, does in- nated with haste." deed have its roots in a handful Without any further inof different Shoshonean terms vestigation, and despite re-
ports by his army scouts that the peaceful Paiute-Gosiute camp was full of women and children, Johnston ordered his troops to the scene of the encampment. They arrived under the cover of darkness and quickly surrounded the camp of sleeping Indigenous families. As the morning sun began to light up the sky, E.N. Wilson, who witnessed the massacre from nearby, described it this way: "I could see little children not over five or six years old with sticks fighting like wildcats... this was the worst battle and the last one I ever saw. It lasted about two hours, and during that short period of time, every Indian, Squaw, and Papoose, and every dog was killed." A few weeks following the massacre, news of Fort Sumter and the rumblings of the Civil War reached the soldiers, and by the following year, General Johnston, now of the CSA, had been killed in action. We can't be sure when, if, or how the news about their friends and family from the other side of the Markagunt Plateau ever reached the Pa-guits back home in the Panguitch Valley. Still, it would not be long before the brutal realities of colonization spilled onto their side of the plateau as well. "For this People shall be scattered, and shall become a dark, filthy, and a loathsome people, beyond the description of that which ever hath been amongst us, yea, even that which hath been among the Lamanites, and this because of their unbelief and idolatry. For behold, the Spirit of the Lord hath already ceased to strive with their fathers; and they are without Christ and God in the world; and they are driven about as chaff before the wind. They were once a white and delightsome people, and they had Christ for their shepherd; yea, they were led even by God the Father. But now, behold, they are led about by Satan, even as chaff is driven before the wind, or as a vessel is tossed about upon the waves, without sail or anchor, or without anything wherewith to steer her; and even as she is, so are they. And behold, the Lord hath reserved their blessings, which they might have received in the land, for the Gentiles who shall possess the land... And then, O ye Gentiles, how can ye stand before the power of God, except ye shall repent and turn from your evil ways? Know ye not that ye are in the hands of God? Therefore, repent ye, and humble yourselves before him, lest he shall come out in justice against you—lest a remnant of the seed of Jacob shall go forth among you as a lion, and tear you in pieces, and there is none to deliver." —The Book of Mormon (Mormon, Chapter 5) SOURCE MATERIAL Southern Paiutes: Legends, Lore, Language, and Lineage (LeVan Martineau) Southern Paiute & Ute Linguistics and Ethnography (Edward Sapir, 1909) The Dominguez-Escalante Journal (Warner & Chavez, 1776) Southern Paiute Ethnography, UUAP 69 (Isabel T. Kelly, 1932) The White Indian Boy (Elijah Nicholas Wilson, 1910) The Other Slavery (Andres Resendez, 2016) Pahute Indian Homelands (William R. Palmer, 1933) Vocabulary of the Shoshone Language (George W. Hill, 1877) Indian Names in Utah Geography (William R. Palmer, 1928)
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July 12 - July 18 by John Mosley The Sky Report is presented as a public service by the Stellar Vista Observatory, a nonprofit organization based in Kanab, Utah, which provides opportunities for people to observe, appreciate, and comprehend our starry night sky. Additional information is at www.stellarvistaobservatory.org. Send questions and comments to John@StargazingAdventures.org. Last week, all five nakedeye planets were visible. This week, we’re down to four, and soon, it will be three. The brightest planet is the poetically-named “evening star”—Venus. Look for it in early evening twilight when it’s low in the west. The best time to look is about an hour after sunset, when it’s as high above the horizon as the sun is below, but you can see it much earlier. You can even see Venus during the daytime if you know precisely where to look and block the sun from view. To do this, find it early one evening, and then, look earlier the next night and even earlier on succeeding nights until you can see it before sunset—and amaze your friends by pointing it out. Telescopically, Venus is disappointing. Its thick white clouds shroud the planet so that all you see is a featureless white disk. Venus is beyond the sun, some 130 million miles from earth, and it has
a slight gibbous phase—87% illuminated by the sun. This autumn, when it has moved to between the earth and sun, it will have a more interesting crescent shape. Venus’ orbital motion around the sun is carrying it near more distant Mars. On the 12th, they’re at their closest, only 1° apart, in one of the year’s finest conjunctions. Unfortunately, smaller, more distant, and darker Mars is only 1/200th as bright as Venus, so I recommend using binoculars. Don’t miss this conjunction. After the 12th, Mars is to the lower right of Venus, and their separation increases noticeably night-by-night. On the 18th, they’re still only 3° apart, and both will fit in the view of binoculars. Mars sets four minutes earlier each night, and not being all that bright to begin with, we’ll lose it to view by the end of the month. The bright star that Venus is approaching is Regulus, in
Leo the Lion, and it’s slightly brighter than Mars. Venus passes close to Regulus on the 20th. Saturn rises around 10 p.m., and Jupiter rises an hour later. By midnight, they’re both high enough to see. Jupiter is far brighter; Saturn is to the right or west of Jupiter. Last December, they were almost touching, but half-a-year later, they’ve separated by 20°—and they’ll continue to separate as Jupiter moves on ahead, traveling faster in its orbit around the sun. John Mosley was Program Supervisor of the Griffith Observatory in Los Angeles for 27 years and is the author of “Stargazing for Beginners” and “Stargazing with Binoculars and Telescopes.” He and his wife live in St. George, where he continues to stargaze from his retirement home while serving on the advisory committee for Stellar Vista Observatory.
Garfield Commission: Approval of Ordinance
2021-4 making Garfield County a Second Amendment Sanctuary, Approval of Wildlife Protection and Water Concurrency Ordinances, Highway 12 and 89 road work, cost estimates for the Red Canyon Bike Trail project, Stage 2 fire restrictions and 50-inch or less trail maintenance on the Dixie National Forest, and the need for grazing allotment owners to initiate applications for their water projects discussed
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nance, 2021-6, governing water development in the Bryce Valley area Pollock said 2021-5 was necessary due to “bad players” disrupting allotment owners’ use of their corrals and water troughs. He said the Forest Service has established 300-foot setbacks from such structures already, but the BLM had not yet added such restrictions. Ordinance 2021-6 amends 2019-5 that created it, replacing “county engineer” with “public works director” in all occurrences, refines Section 1.1 (applicability) to include every development in the Bryce area under its water concurrency project, and defines one equivalent residence connection (ERC) as being one dwelling unit, two transient lodging units, five restaurants, or 2000 square feet of other commercial space. The quantity of each water right dedication is .45 acre feet of water for each ERC, a number derived from other water improvement districts and consistent with the Division of Water Rights. In other Planning Department business, the Commission approved a zone change from Agricultural to Resort Recreation for two parcels owned by Boulder Mountain Guest Ranch; approved a zone change from Agricultural to Commercial for Slot Canyons Inn, west of Escalante; approved a minor lot subdivision for the five lots in Old Town Hatch owned by Steve Schwartz; approved subdivision request
by Mark Childs, Yellow Creek Road, to split off a parcel for a residence; and approved Conditional Use Permits for Ross Miller and Ben McAfee, both of Panguitch Lake and for Margie Holm’s County Store and Farmer’s Market in Circleville. Public Works, Dave Dodds: Dodds reported on a parking hazards in Boulder that he is working on with town officials which has affected businesses at the corner of Burr Trail and Highway 12. Patrons’ parked cars sometimes block view of the highway stop sign. He said work continues on the Highway 89 to River Lane Bridge in Panguitch, having received two work estimates so far. Finally, Dodds requested approval for the Forest Service agreement with the county on the Red Canyon Bike Trail project. The project plan is to stabilize the trail, improve signage, and create pullouts and rest stops for bicyclists and pedestrians. Total cost estimate is $1,049,000, of which $228K, or 20 percent, will come from county in-kind administrative and technical assistance, as well as a portion of materials, with the remaining $821K coming from Forest Service. The Commission approved the agreement. Forest Service District Ranger Chris Wehrli: Wehrli reported that Stage 2 fire restrictions are currently in place in Dixie National Forest. He also suggested that use of the county’s trail cat for trail maintenance isn’t the best tool for use on the 50-inch or less trails. Commissioner Pollock objected to the 50-inch restriction, calling the former Forest
Supervisor, Rob McWhorter, a “bad player” to initiate that. Regardless, according to Wehrli, 30 of the 300 miles of trail are categorized 50-inch or less and changing that designation would require revising the Forest’s Travel Management Plan. He noted that a segment of population likes that designation, but “there’s room for discussion.” He emphasized he was not closing or changing anything. There was also some discussion regarding timber sales in general, including 250 acres from a “substantially altered area” that will likely be submitted for sale in his district. Clerk / Auditor Camille Moore presented 2021 property tax rates for ratification. She said rates went down slightly, but coupled with new growth, total tax revenue increased by $5K. The Commission ratified the new rates. In his board report, Commissioner Pollock re-emphasized the need for grazing allotment owners to initiate applications for their water projects. He said money (from the Grazing Improvement Program) is available for water development or improvement projects, but allotment owners need to contact their range cons right away. The Commission closed the regular meeting to go into an executive session regarding litigation. The Garfield County Commission meets on the second and fourth Monday of each month starting at 10 a.m. All meetings are held in the County Courthouse in Panguitch. There is no set up for electronic participation. —Insider
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POSITION ANNOUNCEMENTS POSITIONS AVAILABLE: Garfield County School District is hiring the following positions. For a description of each, please see the district website www.garfk12.org Adult High Education Coordinator Para-Professional at Bryce Valley Elementary School in Library Full-Time Teacher at Panguitch High School Bus Driver between Panguitch & Cedar City Every Other Day Para-Professional for Bus between Panguitch & Cedar City Every Other Day Bus Route Drivers in Panguitch/Hatch Substitute/Activity Bus Driver in Panguitch Food Service Worker at Bryce Valley High School Para-Professionals at All Schools Bus Route Driver in Boulder Food Service Worker at Boulder Elementary School SALARY: Please see 2020-2021 Garfield County School Districts Classified Salary Schedule and Certified Salary Schedule. QUALIFICATIONS: Applicants must be fingerprinted and satisfactorily pass an employment background check. Applicant must work well with children. See the job description for additional requirements. APPLICATION: Interested individuals should submit a Garfield County School District classified or certified application. Please direct questions to: AES Head Teacher Robin Gibbs (435-624-3221) BES Head Teacher Elizabeth Julian (435-335-7322) BVES Principal Pete Peterson (435-679-8619) BVHS Principal Jeff Brinkerhoff (435-679-8835) EES/EHS Principal Peter Baksis (435-826-4205) PES Principal Robert Prince (435-676-8847) PMS/PHS Principal Russ Torgersen (435-676-8805) Superintendent John Dodds (435-676-8821) Online application available: www.garfk12.org Applications will be screened and the most qualified candidates will be granted interviews. DEADLINE: See the district website for closing date of each position. Garfield County School District is an equal opportunity employer. Garfield County School District reserves the right to accept or reject any or all applications.
CROSS COUNTRY COACH Wayne School District is accepting applications for a cross country coach. This position will require adequate knowledge and skills to properly prepare students to participate in sports activities. Applicants must posses the ability to work and interact well with student athletes, demonstrate professional and ethical character, and possess excellent communication skills. Applicant must commit to the appropriate amount of time and effort to facilitate effective practice and scheduled events. Questions about the position can be answered by calling David Chappell at Wayne High School 435-4253411. This position will remain open until filled. Wayne School District is an equal opportunity employer and reserves the right to accept or reject any or all applications. Applications can be mailed to: David Chappell, Wayne High School, PO Box 217, Bicknell, UT 84715.
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required. Primary responsibilities would include: • Patient intake • Patient health documentation • Lab draws and lab testing • General Patient care • X-rays • Working as a team member Must pass a back ground check Wage based on experience If you are interested, please, send resume to Cindi Steed at csteed@waynechc.org
JOB OPENING FULL TIME WAYNE COUNTY SHERIFFS DEPUTY Applications will be accepted at Wayne County Sheriffs Office until 5:00 p.m., July 16, 2021 Starting Pay: $17.00 per hour Benefits: • Health Insurance: 100% of Premium paid by Wayne County, which includes Dental & Life. Vision plan available • Vacation, Holiday & Sick Leave with longevity increases • Equipment provided by Sheriff's Office • Uniform Allowance- $700.00 annually • Cell phone stipend- $600.00 annually Position descriptions include, but are not limited to: • Scheduled shift work and weekends • Subject to call-outs and emergencies • Performing law enforcement duties • Performing investigative, evidentiary, reporting, and testimony functions • Interact with other law enforcement officers and agencies at State and Federal levels • Work within existing State and Federal law, case law, and policies • Submit to and pass random drug testing • Other duties as assigned Minimum eligibility requirements include, but are not limited to: • 21 years of age or older • High School graduate or equivalent • U.S. Citizen at time of employment • Possess valid Utah Driver License • Pass background check • Pass psychological screening test Successful applicants not currently certified as Peace Officers will be trained. Applications are available at http:// www.waynecountyutah.org/services/sheriffsoffice/, or in person at Wayne County Sheriff's Office, 18 South Main, Loa, Utah 84747. Applicants will be notified of applicable testing dates, times, and locations. Wayne County is an equal opportunity employer.
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 CAPITOL REEF CIDER WORKS BICKNELL Capitol Reef Cider Works of Bicknell, Utah is looking for intelligent dedicated employees to advance our apple orchard and cider operation. Reliability and good physical fitness are required. Fulltime and part-time positions available. Preferred Skills: Construction, Welding, Automotive Mechanics, Biology, Horticulture. Email resumes and questions to: capitolreefciderworks@gmail.com
SERVICES HELP WANTED AUSTIN’S CHUCKWAGON DELI IN TORREY Austin’s ChuckWagon Deli in Torrey is looking to hire a dedicated, hardworking, responsible employee in the Deli for the season. Please call Sheri at 435-425-3102 for more information
MEETINGS Tropic AA Meeting Wednesday at 6 PM. Tropic Heritage Center. All meetings are closed discussion. rtn
HOUSE FOR SALE TROPIC HOME, 1,750 SQ. FT ON 1/2 ACRE CORNER LOT
3BR, 2BA, 2 living rooms, large kitchen & dining room, barn, storage shed, paddocks, fencing. $300,000 (will negotiate). For sale by owner. Available 1st week of November. 435-690-8417 horses.2@live.com
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Escalante AA Meeting Call for times and locations. 435-676-3653
Survivors of Suicide Loss Support Group 4th Thursday of each month 5:30-7:30pm Southwest Behavioral Health Center 601 E. Center St. Panguitch ADULTS ONLY Questions? Call Melissa Veater 435-690-0911
OFFICE SPACE FOR RENT One office space is now available at 520 W. Main St. in Escalante. Unit accommodates two to three working people, 13' x 14'. Building includes kitchen, lobby. Quiet, ample parking, office storage space available. Call 435-826-4400.