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Public Comment Period Opens for Proposed Fee Increase at Lees Ferry Campground GLEN CANYON NRA - Glen Canyon National Recreation Area is seeking public comments from Aug. 8 through Sept.

9, 2024, regarding a proposed fee increase for the Lees Ferry Campground.

The proposed increase would raise the current fee of $20 per site/per night to $26 per site/per night starting in January 2025. The new fee would match the campground fees throughout the rest of the park. Funds from an increase would be used for activities and projects that serve visitors to Glen Canyon.

Public comments are being accepted on the National Park Service Planning, Environment & Public Comment website Comment Period Cont'd on B2

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Mowgli’s Cafe in Hanksville Celebrates 1-Year Anniversary

by Amiee Maxwell

Aug. 5, 2024

going to have to make my own coffee, and it’s just not the same.” Although

WAYNE CO. - The August 5th, 2024, Wayne County Commission meeting opened with a prayer and the Pledge of Allegiance. There were no appointments on the agenda, so the meeting consisted of only commission business.

The Wayne County Sheriff’s Department interviewed a retired special functions officer for a reserve deputy officer position in Wayne County. According to Sheriff Gulley, the candidate is “highly qualified” and won’t require any training. “We’re really short on reserve officers,” he said, “and he’d be a good asset.” The commissioners approved this hire.

The commission discussed the need to approve

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Mowgli’s Cafe in Hanksville, owned by Morgan Stephens (above), celebrated its one-year anniversary last month.

HANKSVILLE - “It was super exciting to hit that one-year mark,” said Morgan Stephens, owner of Mowgli’s Cafe in Hanksville, about her coffee shop

Fostering Cats— It’s a Great Experience

by Diena Riddle (Foster Failure) | Color Country Animal Welfare those sweet little faces. But kittens grow up to be cats, and after just four months, they can reproduce, creating more kittens. If you aren’t careful, you could soon have your own "little pet shop."

This is where our fostering story begins.

Many kittens and cats have shown up at our Courtesy Color Country Animal Welfare place. Our most After being fostered for four recent foster cat is months by Diena and Mike Ridone we still think dle, Spidey (above) was adoptabout and keep ed and is now king of his new in touch with his home. adoptive parents.

His name is Mr. Tom, but TORREY - It happens we called him Smokey, a lot. Someone gets tired Smoke, and Spidey. This is of having a cat and decides his story.

One cold November to drop off the cat somewhere, thinking someone night, Spidey appeared else might “need” a cat or on our bench by the front picture window, sitting on two.

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celebrating its one-year anniversary in July. “I’m just really grateful to be here,” she said.

Stephens is a selfproclaimed “coffee fa-

natic” and always enjoys visiting small-town coffee shops. When she moved to Hanksville four years ago to be closer to friends and family, she thought, “I’m

DWR Proposes Several Changes to Fishing Regulations in Utah

Intermountain’s Downwinders Clinic Still Open and Available to Help Those Affected by Nuclear Testing ST. GEORGE - Intermountain Health’s Downwinders Clinic is still open and available to assist those in the community who have questions about how radiation fallout from previous nuclear testing may have impacted them or their families.

The Intermountain Downwinders Clinic is located in the Intermountain St. George Regional Hospital’s Cancer Center and has been providing vital education and assistance about the federal Radiation Exposure Compensation Act, or RECA. The RECA federal Downwinders Cont'd on B2

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The Utah Division of Wildlife Resources is proposing changes to the current fishing regulations in Utah, as well as a few other rule amendments, and is seeking the public’s feedback.

SALT LAKE CITY The Utah Division of Wildlife Resources is proposing changes to the current fishing regulations in Utah, as well as a few other rule amendments, and is seek-

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UPCOMING EVENTS...

9th Annual Moqui Motor Madness

August 17

Escalante City Park 9 AM to 2 PM

THURS. AUG 15 - WED. AUG 21

Sunny to mostly sunny, with chance of thunderstorms Sat - Mon. Highs in the high 70s to low 80s; lows from the mid40s to the low 50s.

ing the public’s feedback.

Proposed changes for fishing regulations for 2025-26 In order to implement some needed fishery management updates at various

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Panguitch Local Competes in 5000M Final at Paris Olympics

by Jaynie Connor

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The screening of the Women's 5000M finals at the Paris Olympic games at the Panguitch Gem Theater (right) was not the only watch party that took place on Monday, August 5. Employees at Joe's Main Street Market (above) wear their “Team Whittni” shirts while watching Panguitch local Whittni Orton Morgan compete in the finals on an iPad right there at the checkout lane.

PANGUITCH - Panguitch residents gathered once again at the Gem Theater to watch Whittni Morgan, their hometown hero, race in the Women’s 5000M final race at the 2024 Paris Olympics.

The theater was full

of “fans,” donned in their "TEAM WHITTNI" tshirts. Going into the race, Morgan’s qualifying time was 15:02.14; she finished the race with a time of 14:53.57, shaving off more than 8.5 seconds for a new personal best time. In the

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end, Morgan finished 14th in the world, and number 1 in the hearts of Garfield County residents. Morgan finished behind fellow Team USA runners K. Schweizer, 14:45.57, who placed 10th, and E. Cranny, 14:48.06, who placed

11th.

The medals were won

by B. Chebet of Kenya with Gold, 14:28.56; F. Kipyegon of Kenya with Silver, 14:29.60; and S. Hassan of the Netherlands taking Bronze with a time of 14:30.61.

Biden Administration Responds to Utah and Wyoming’s Legal Challenge of Public Lands Rule

by Kyle Dunphey | Utah News Dispatch concerns from the state of Utah, Wyoming politicians, mining and solar companies, and more during the public comment period.

In their motion asking the court to halt the rule, both Utah and Wyoming warned they would suffer if the BLM moves forward and issues conservation leases—both states would have to divert resources and their environmental interests would be “irreparably” injured, court documents read.

The conservation leases would promote “passive management,” the states warn, which “can lead to degraded landscapes, proliferation of noxious weeds, and a heightened risk of catastrophic wildfires.”

In response, attorneys for the BLM wrote that the rule “does not impose any new regulatory obligations on third parties, affect any existing authorizations to use the public lands, or elevate conservation use above other allowable uses

of federal lands.”

“Plaintiffs’ claims that the Rule will cause imminent irreparable environmental harm are therefore entirely unfounded,” court documents read.

Plus, the federal government argues, the rule will actually help “the very environmental protection goals that Plaintiffs claim will be impaired.”

This article was originally published on utahnewsdispatch.com on August 6, 2024.

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Time to Engage Thank God we can vote for candidates up and down the ticket who represent good, old American spirit: positive thinking, fair play, good humor, compassion. People who exude pride and gratitude in living here. People who acknowledge our differences but know darn well that we can sit down together and work things out. Gosh, life doesn’t actually suck, does it? How refreshing!

Davina Smith, running for Utah Legislative District 69, is a great example of these bright-minded candidates. She introduced herself to us in 2022 running for the same seat. She conceded her loss gracefully, as most normal candidates do, and then went to work learning more about legislative operations and the people she’d be working with in SLC. She’s ready to go to work when she wins that seat this November. And she knows she doesn’t get there, or stay there, without talking to us, her constituents, and understanding what we need.

Her candidacy is about us,

not her.

You may be getting phone calls soon from Davina herself or from local people assisting her campaign. Sure, you may be inclined to not answer or to just hang up, but I urge you instead to engage. The point of these calls is to

learn what matters to you.

What issues affect you directly? Do you have ideas you’d like to share? The mic has just been handed to you.

What do you want to say?

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UTAH / WYOMING Attorneys for the Biden administration called Utah and Wyoming’s legal challenge of a new public land policy “entirely unfounded” and “speculative” in a court filing, the latest in a new legal battle over how the federal government manages land in the West.

Both states sued the U.S. Department of Interior in June for its new Public Lands Rule, which allows the Bureau of Land Management to offer conservation leases on its land. In July, Wyoming and Utah asked the court for a preliminary injunction, which would put the rule on hold while the lawsuit plays out.

Attorneys for the federal government responded to the request on July 30, asking the court to deny the injunction and accusing the states of providing “no credible basis” for their argument.

In short, the federal government argued Wyoming and Utah did not provide enough evidence to suggest the rule is so harmful that the court should immediately halt it.

The rule took effect on June 10 and opened the door for conservation leases, similar to how the BLM leases its land for mineral extraction, energy development, recreation or grazing. Now, groups can purchase a restoration lease, intended to improve habitats and restore or conserve land, or and a mitigation lease, aimed at offsetting existing development and projects on BLM land.

But Utah and Wyoming, in their lawsuit filed in federal court in Utah’s Central Division, accused the BLM of having an “unreasonable” interpretation of federal guidelines that ultimately allowed the agency to forgo an environmental impact statement typically required under the National Environmental Policy Act, or NEPA. The lawsuit also claimed the BLM ignored

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USDA Strengthens Rural Utah

by Investing$1 Million Toward Renewable Energy Projects SALT LAKE CITY U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) State Director Michele Weaver announced that USDA is partnering with rural small businesses to expand access to clean energy and lower energy bills through the Rural Energy for America Program (REAP) and the Rural Energy for America Technical Assistance Grant Program.

USDA is investing $1 million in loans, grants and technical assistance that will support six clean energy projects in Utah. All of the projects are funded

by President Biden’s Inflation Reduction Act, the nation’s largest-ever investment in combating the climate crisis. The projects also advance President Biden’s Investing in America agenda to grow the nation’s economy from the middle out and the bottom up.

“Supporting sustainable energy projects through technical assistance enhances Rural Development’s ability to continue the great work we’ve been able to accomplish under the Biden-Harris Administration,” Weaver said. “It’s partnerships like these that expand our ability to reach the most underserved communities.”

Since the start of the Biden-Harris Administration, USDA has invested more than $10.9 million in Utah through REAP in 140 renewable energy and energy efficiency improvements. These projects will help rural small businesses and farmers lower energy costs, generate new income, and strengthen their resiliency of operations.

REAP enables agricultural producers and rural small business owners to expand their use of wind, solar, geothermal and small hydropower

energy to make energy efficiency improvements.

These innovations help them increase their income, grow their businesses and address climate change while lowering energy costs for American families.

Examples of awards being announced include: • In Springville, Utah, Nexus Foundation will use a $250,000 grant to provide technical assistance for farmers, ranchers and rural small businesses throughout the state of Utah. Funds will be used to develop REAP outreach, assist in program application process and support opportunities for rural small businesses and agricultural producers through conducting outreach events centered on disadvantaged communities.

• In Price, Utah, Eastern Utah Disaster LLC, DBA: Service Master Restoration and Cleaning Services was awarded a $44,000 grant to purchase a roof mounted solar photovoltaic system designed to replace 109 percent of their annual usage and save $3,102 annually.

• In Springdale, Utah, Switchback Grill will utilize a $99,000 grant to purchase and install a roof mounted solar photovoltaic system to replace 40 percent of their annual usage and save $1,971 per year.

USDA continues to accept REAP applications and has set aside a portion of the program funds to support underutilized renewable energy technologies, like wind and geothermal power. For additional information, contact Landon Mayer, Utah Energy Coordinator.

A complete list the six

REAP projects awarded can be found online.

USDA Rural Development provides loans and grants to help expand economic opportunities, create jobs and improve the quality of life for millions of Americans in rural areas.

REAP is a part of the President’s Justice40 initiative which sets a goal that 40% of the benefits from certain federal investments go to disadvantaged communities. The program supports infrastructure improvements; business development; housing; community facilities such as schools, public safety and health care; and high-speed internet access in rural, tribal and high-poverty areas.

Visit the Rural Data Gateway to learn how and where these investments are impacting rural America. To subscribe to USDA Rural Development updates, visit the GovDelivery Subscriber Page.

USDA touches the lives of all Americans each day in so many positive ways. Under the BidenHarris Administration, USDA is transforming America’s food system with a greater focus on more resilient local and regional food production, fairer markets for all producers, ensuring access to safe, healthy and nutritious food in all communities, building new markets and streams of income for farmers and producers using climate-smart food and forestry practices, making historic investments in infrastructure and clean energy capabilities in rural America, and committing to equity across the Department by removing systemic barriers and building a workforce more representative of America. To learn more, visit www.usda.gov.

—USDA Rural Development

Utah Supreme Court Opinions:

Summary of Planned Parenthood Association v. State Aug. 1 Opinion UTAH - The case involves the Planned Parenthood Association of Utah (PPAU) challenging Senate Bill 174 (SB 174), a law enacted by the Utah Legislature that prohibits abortion at any stage of pregnancy except in three specific circumstances.

PPAU argues that SB 174 violates several rights guaranteed by the Utah Constitution and sought a preliminary injunction to halt the law's enforcement while its constitutionality was litigated. The district court granted the preliminary injunction after an evidentiary hearing.

The State of Utah petitioned for interlocutory review, presenting two primary arguments: that PPAU lacks standing to challenge the law and that the district court abused its discretion in granting the preliminary injunction. The State argued that PPAU did not have a personal stake in the dispute and that the district court erred in its application of the preliminary injunction standard.

The Utah Supreme Court reviewed the case and affirmed the district court's decision. The court

by Justia held that PPAU has standing to challenge SB 174, satisfying both traditional and third-party standing requirements. The court found that PPAU demonstrated a distinct and palpable injury, including the threat of criminal prosecution and economic harm, which would be redressed by enjoining the law. The court also concluded that PPAU could assert the rights of its patients due to the close relationship between PPAU and its patients and the genuine obstacles patients face in asserting their own rights.

The court further held that the district court did

not abuse its discretion in granting the preliminary injunction. The court determined that PPAU raised serious issues concerning the constitutionality of SB 174, which should be the subject of further litigation. The district court acted within its discretion in concluding that PPAU would suffer irreparable harm without an injunction, that the balance of harms favored an injunction, and that an injunction would not be adverse to the public interest. The preliminary injunction remains in place while PPAU litigates its claims.

Read the full opinion on justia.com.

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Wills, Trusts, and More

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Changing Your Will or Trust

by Jeffery J. McKenna The situation is common. A client has a will or trust prepared by legal counsel. Sometime later the client wishes to make changes to the estate plan.

The question is, how should those changes be made?

First, one should never hand write or type changes to the face of an existing will or trust. The cost of paying for a properly drafted and executed change to an existing estate plan document is far less than the amount that the beneficiaries and estate administrator would pay to separate legal counsel to determine the effect of the handwritten change.

Any estate planning attorney could share experiences of negative effects on families caused by handwritten changes to estate planning documents.

Although no one wants to create problems between beneficiaries of the estate, even small handwritten changes can create great problems. The question is always what should govern—the handwritten change or the original provision? The question is almost never clear and can almost always be argued either way.

Additionally, there is almost always a question as to whose handwriting it

really is. The legal formalities that exist with respect to executing estate planning documents and changes to those documents were developed to prevent the first person that finds the will or trust from changing the terms by penning or typing changes of their own to the document. The necessary formalities are not satisfied when handwritten or typed changes are made to the document.

It is important to note that in almost all situations, one can, with proper assistance, effectively change an estate plan. Although some estate tax savings trusts are not amendable (life insurance trusts, credit shelter trusts, etc.), most estate planning trusts are revocable, amendable trusts.

Additionally, wills are almost always revocable and amendable.

In conclusion, almost all estate planning instruments are amendable.

Although the documents can be changed, it is almost never a good idea to change the documents by handwriting or typing the changes on the face of the document.

Handwriting or typing on the face of the document will almost certainly lead to questions about the effect or validity of such changes. Such uncertainty will likely result

in disputes between beneficiaries. These disputes can be both financially and emotionally draining.

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by Lynn Griffin

tHe lAuGhiNg pOiNt!!

Another Blonde Joke

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So a blind man accidentally walks into a women's bar and says to the girl bartender, '"You wanna hear a blonde joke?" and the bartender says, "Well, sir the lady next to you is a blonde weightlifter, the two waitresses are both blonde and in a girls wrestling team, the other bartender is blonde as well as me, we are both bodybuilders.

Now, sir are you sure you wanna tell that joke still?"

And the man says, "No. Not if I'm gonna have to explain it five times."

Whoops

Boy: The principal is so dumb!

Girl: Do you know who I am?

Boy: No...

Girl: I am the principal's daughter!

Boy: Do you know who I am?

Girl: No...

Boy: Good! *Walks away*

Phone Call

It was two o'clock in the morning and a husband and wife were sleeping when suddenly the phone rang.

The husband picked up the phone and said, "Hello? (paused for a few seconds) How the heck do I know? What am I, the weather man?" and slams the phone down.

His wife rolls over and asks, "Who was that?"

The husband replies, "I don't know. Some guy who wanted to know if the coast was clear tonight."

Short Cut

A man asks a farmer near the field, "Sorry sir, would you mind if I crossed your field instead of going around it? You see, I have to catch the 4:30 PM train."

The farmer says, "Sure, go right ahead. And if my bull sees you, you'll even catch the 4 PM one."

PUNishment

I told my girlfriend she drew her eyebrows too high.

She seemed surprised.

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

One Dollar

Teacher: “If you had one dollar and you asked your father for another, how many dollars would you have?”

Vincent: “One dollar.”

Teacher: “You don’t know your arithmetic.”

Vincent: “You don’t know my father.”

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of #69 Across 74. Homes for #69 Across DOWN 1. Down in the dumps 2. Cry of contempt 3. Marine eagle 4. Wake Island, e.g.

5. Kizmet, pl.

6. Foolish one 7. Even, poetic 8. Useful contraption 9. Lamborghini model 10. Unfavorable prefix 11. "As ____ on TV" 12. Suspend 15. Astrigents 20. "The Iliad" and "The Odyssey," e.g.

22. Venomous Egyptian snake 24. Deducible 25. *One of 2 NFL founding teams still in league 26. Lock horns 27. Waterwheel 29. Outline 31. Et alii, abbr.

32. Got along 33. *Like indoor

eight-men football 34. *Career NFL passing yards record holder 36. Without 38. Wild guess 42. Israelian port 45. Errand-runners 49. Neither's partner 51. Nuku'alofa language 54. Meat jelly dish 56. Musician's exercise 57. "*Go ____ Go!" 58. Fishing decoy 59. Awestruck 60. Archery wood 61. "Ship, Captain, ____" 62. Cutlass or Delta 88, for short 63. Remaining after deductions 66. ____ of Good Feelings 68. Lusitania's last call

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Obituaries Deon Alvey ESCALANTE - On August 3, 2024, our beloved mother, Deon Mecham Alvey, sadly passed away at the age of 90.

Deon is preceded in death by her dear parents, Starns and Fontella Mecham; and her siblings: Marlene M. (Klyn) Haws, Geraldine (Lane) Liston, and Ronald (Linda) Mecham. Our father and Deon's loving husband, Arnold, sadly passed in 2019.

Deon was born on May 8, 1934, to Starns and Fontella Mecham in Escalante.

She graduated from Escalante High School and went on to marry the love of her life, Arnold Merrill Alvey.

Their marriage was later solemnized in the St. George Temple, and they went on to celebrate 67 cherished years together.

A beloved mother to Janeen (Brad), Loa; Denise (Andy, deceased), Las Vegas, NV; and Raylene (Dave), Las Vegas, NV. She was a wonderful mother who was always there when we needed her the most, offering support, wisdom, and love in abundance. Her passing will forever leave a void in our hearts and our lives.

Grandmother to six grandchildren: Daniel, Kristen, Michael, Jared, Jessica, and Justin; and four great-grandchildren: Haylee, Hannah, Isley, and Logan. To us all, she was the most warm and loving example of unconditional love we will ever know. In addition to her beloved grandchildren and great-grandchildren, she had many nieces and nephews that she loved as if they were her own.

Her faith in The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints was very important to her. She served in many callings, her favorites among those being her time as Relief Society secretary and her time in the Relief Society presidency. Deon worked as a director for the Division of Aging. She loved what she did and especially enjoyed working with and advocating for the elderly. She served on the Human Services Council for many years. In addition, she served on various boards in the Five County community, including the hospital board, where she was instrumental in helping to bring the medical clinic and pharmacy to Escalante. She was recognized for her efforts numerous times throughout her life, receiving many awards and "thank you"s from the community and Utah leadership.

Mom: we will miss you, immensely. You were our “go-to” when life got rough. You were our sanity in this crazy world, and our comfort when we needed clarity. You were always someone we could count on, and although you were a straight shooter, you always got your point across without judgement, and always provided us sound advice. You always made sure we made our decisions after thinking things through. You always gave 110% and never stopped fighting for what’s right. Because of you, we have the hearts of a lion, the love of our family, and an unstoppable work ethic.

We thank you, Mom, for all the calls, wise words of advice, the love you gave us and the beautiful lives we've lived because of you, your hard work, and your boundless love for us. We are all better people because of you. We will forever keep you in our hearts.

Funeral services were held Friday, August 9, 2024, at 1:00 pm in the Escalante 2nd Ward Chapel. Viewing at the church 11:30 am to 12:30 pm. Burial was in the Escalante Cemetery. Funeral Directors: Magleby Mortuary, Richfield, Salina and Manti. Live streaming and online can be found at guestbook at www.maglebymortuary.com below Deon’s obituary.

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by Mack Oetting ~ mackoetting @gmail.com Our monsoon weather is finally back after a couple of year’s absence. The drought that has been hanging around way too long might have ended with the amount of rain that we received on Sunday.

The Olympics had their closing ceremonies, and I think that the Paris Olympics were by far the best. I spent the last two weeks glued to the TV watching the excitement.

The U.S. and China tied for the most gold medals at 40. The U.S. outscored all other countries with a total of 126 medals; China was second with 91. The last gold was won by the women’s basketball team with a last minute win over France; the final score was 67 to 66. So many of the events were really close.

The men’s basketball team had some really close games, trailing in the last two by as many as fifteen points going into the last quarter. Stephen Curry and LeBron James saved the day, with Stephen scoring thirty-four and twentyfour points. He scored the last twelve points against France. LeBron James was the MVP, as he led all of the teams in scoring, assists and rebounds. In the men’s 4x400, they started a sixteen-year-old high school runner. He was way behind on the first leg, but it was a heat race, and the other three runners made up the distance and qualified for the finals. In the finals, they used a different runner. The USA won that race, and the young boy also got a gold medal, which brought tears to his eyes.

The big story here was our own Whittni Orton Morgan and her outstanding showing in the 5000M race finals. Whittni did her personal best time in the race, and the town got to watch it at the Gem Theater, which was packed. It is such an exciting thing to be qualified to run in the Olympics. When I watch the events, I know that there is nothing that I could compete in. If I were there, I would get those five rings tattooed somewhere. Maybe it might be a good time to name our running track

after Whittni Orton Morgan.

The U.S. was strong in track and field, getting thirty-four medals; the U.S. also received many medals in swimmings. China excelled at diving, and I think that is where they won most of the medals. How on earth can anyone do synchronized diving like that?

They were also big in ping pong, sometimes playing each other for the medals.

The African nations were big on all races, from the 5000M to the Marathon.

This year, for the first time in twenty years, an American man from Utah won bronze medals in both the 5000 and 10000M. France did a great job from the beginning to the end. They made a rapids course for the kayakers and another for the rowing crew events. Many stadiums for the different events were built, and Paris spent $8 billion on their Olympics.

Tokyo spent $13 billion, and Rio’s cost $23 billion.

I would think that they recovered much of the cost, with every venue filled to the ceiling, including ping pong. Many great fans attended. During both marathons, the streets were lined up with people rooting their runners along, and at the end, there were grandstands filled with fans.

I really enjoyed this event. There were nine channels covering most of the events. Now, I had bet-

ter get back to doing some housework.

Utah will be hosting the Winter Olympics in 2034, and I can see why no one wants to do them here because there are so few venues that people can watch events in.

Back on the home front, our Garfield County Fair was a really big success. Everything came off really well. There were so many more items on exhibit than ever before. The Senior Luncheon brought in many of the older folks for a great meal. They had a lot of help from Miss Garfield County. There were a lot of people in the fair building when I picked up my item. A really big thing was the kids' fish pond. My grandson’s boys brought some really big fish home with them. They had four of them, and I made the mistake of cooking up all four. These were three and four pounders, which were bigger than any one that I have caught. To top off the end of the fair, there was a light show that lasted for a really long time. It was really beautiful. The best thing that has happened to the fair was forming committees so just one person didn’t have to do it all.

Getting women involved is really the key, along with having Lance Miller oversee the committees so that he doesn’t have to do all of the work. It was a fun time for the town.

This week is the ATV rally, and they aren’t going to have to worry much about the dust. It starts on the 13th and runs till the 17th. This event brings over 300 riders to town to see our wonderful area. It is a big money maker for the town and has a big staff of volunteers helping out as guides. You might still be able to sign up for some of the trail rides, if it is not too late.

The baseball team is already playing ball, and you can get a schedule at the school. The volleyball team is really big and most likely will be another championship team. Their first home game is on the 26th, I think. The high school sports will keep us busy come wintertime.

Vice-president Harris has finally chosen her running mate; he is Minnesota’s Governor Tim Walz.

The two of them have been campaigning before huge crowds in Pennsylvania, Arizona, Las Vegas and Detroit in their first week as a team. The day after Governor Walz was announced, their campaign brought in another $30 million. They are campaigning on joy and opportunity and trying to bring our country back together again.

Being mad all the time will make a really old man out of you, quickly.

Mack O.

Wayne Commission: Approval of the hiring of a

reserve deputy with the Wayne County Sheriff's Department, the need to approve new bylaws for the Wayne County Travel Board, approval of a special event permit for Color Country Animal Welfare's fall fundraiser, and a proposed rural county health tax discussed.

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new bylaws for the Wayne County Travel Board and will make decisions on this at the next meeting.

Next, the commission approved a special event permit for Color County Animal Welfare’s annual fall fundraiser.

County Attorney Michal Winn then discussed a proposed rural county

health tax. This resolution would increase local sales tax by 1% to fund local healthcare initiatives in Wayne County, such as Emergency Medical Service and Search and Rescue. Before the county enacts this tax, the commission must approve the resolution, and the county’s voters would need to approve it on the November ballot. Winn said the county would hold a public

hearing to discuss what the resolution entails and that they would also send out literature about the resolution to voters. The commission passed a motion to include the resolution on the upcoming ballot with the provision that the resolution will clearly state what items will be included in the local tax and specifically how the county will use the money.

The commission approved the vouchers and passed a motion to assign Michael Winn and Colleen Allen the task of drafting a subdivision ordinance, as required by the new state code.

The Wayne County Commission meets the first and third Monday of every month at the Wayne County Courthouse in Loa.

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Proposed Changes: In order to implement some needed fishery management updates at various waterbodies across the state and to accommodate angler feedback (garnered through a recent survey), the DWR is recommending several regulation changes for fishing. If approved, the changes would go into effect on Jan. 1, 2025.

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the DWR is recommending several regulation changes for fishing. If approved, the changes would go into effect on Jan. 1, 2025. The proposals include: Central Utah waterbodies • Deer Creek Reservoir: Removing the requirement that white bass caught at Deer Creek Reservoir must be killed immediately, and instead adding no limit on white bass at that waterbody.

• Provo River Delta: Requiring that any June suckers caught at the Provo River Delta be immediately released.

The DWR is also proposing that any walleye caught in that area from March 1 through 6 a.m. on the first Saturday of May must be released (while the fish are spawning). The DWR is also proposing to remove the limit on northern pike in the Provo River Delta and to require any northern pike caught in that area to be immediately killed. It is also proposed to close the Provo River Delta area to nighttime bowfishing (from sunset to sunrise) from the first Saturday in May through 6 a.m. on the second Saturday of July.

• Utah Lake and its tributaries: Allowing spearfishing for white bass (in addition to northern pike) at Utah Lake and its tributaries west of I-15, including American Fork Creek, Beer Creek, Dry Creek, Hobble Creek, Spanish Fork River and Spring Creek Run. • Stansbury Lake: Stansbury Lake was recently opened to the public, and the DWR is proposing that any largemouth bass caught there must be released.

The DWR is also proposing a 10-fish limit for bluegill, green sunfish and black crappie (a combined total), and a limit of two channel catfish.

• Yuba Reservoir: Allowing setline fishing at Yuba Reservoir.

Northeastern Utah waterbodies • Pelican Lake: Proposing to keep the daily limit of fifteen bluegill at Pelican Lake, but proposing that only five of the fish caught may exceed eight inches. The DWR also recommends allowing an angler to use up to six lines when ice fishing at Pelican Lake, but would require the angler to check their own lines and attach their name to each line, pole or tip-up if more than two poles are being used at a time.

• Strawberry River: Clarifying that artificial flies and lures regulations also applies to instream lakes and ponds between the Pinnacles and Soldier Creek Dam on Strawberry Reservoir.

Flaming Gorge Reservoir proposals Several updates to fishing regulations were

also proposed for Flaming Gorge Reservoir. These changes would benefit the kokanee salmon population at the reservoir, while also reducing the overly abundant small lake trout population. The proposals would also create consistency with the Wyoming Game and Fish Department’s new fishing regulations for the Wyoming side of the reservoir, which will go into effect in October.

If the Utah Wildlife Board passes the regulations proposed below, they would not be in effect on the Utah side of the reservoir until Jan. 1, 2025. Some of the proposed changes for Flaming Gorge include: • Proposing that anglers can use lake trout (caught as part of their daily limit) as bait—or legally dispose of them (without violating the state’s wasting laws)— while fishing at Flaming Gorge Reservoir.

• Proposing that chumming be allowed at Flaming Gorge, but only with legal baits, dead burbot or dead lake trout.

• Removing the daily limit for lake trout 28 inches or less caught at Flaming Gorge Reservoir.

• Decreasing the daily fish limit for kokanee salmon caught at Flaming Gorge to threefish. (Currently, the daily limit for kokanee salmon at all Utah waterbodies is four fish.)

• Removing the ice hole size restriction at Flaming Gorge. (Currently, there is an 18-inch restriction for ice fishing holes at Flaming Gorge Reservoir.)

• Requiring anglers to label their fishing rods or tip-ups with their name if ice fishing with more than two lines.

• Allowing anglers to harvest both burbot and lake trout with artificial light when spearfishing at Flaming Gorge Reservoir from Jan. 1 through Dec. 31. No other fish species may be harvested using artificial light while spearfishing.

• Limiting the shooting line for spearfishing to 20 feet.

Northern Utah waterbodies • Willard Bay Reservoir: Reducing the daily limit of yellow perch to fifteen at Willard Bay Reservoir and its inlet channel. (Currently, the statewide daily limit for yellow perch is fifty fish.)

• Causey Reservoir: Allowing an angler to use up to six lines when ice fishing at Causey Reservoir, but requiring the angler to check their own lines and attach their name to each line, pole or tip-up if more than two poles are being used at a time.

• Cutler Reservoir: Reducing the daily limit for black crappie to fifteen fish. (Currently, the statewide daily limit for black crappie is fifty fish.)

• Echo Reservoir: Removing the catch-andkill regulation for walleye at Echo Reservoir and implementing the statewide walleye regulation of allowing people to keep ten walleye,

with one fish over twenty-four inches.

• Pond at Poulter Preserve: Adding this waterbody as a new community pond. Also adding a regulation that from the second Saturday in September through 6 a.m. on the third Saturday of the following May, only artificial flies and lures and catch-and-release fishing would be allowed.

The rest of the year, the statewide community fishery regulations would apply, which allow the use of bait and allow a daily limit of two fish.

• Porcupine Reservoir: Allowing an angler to use up to six lines when ice fishing at Porcupine Reservoir, but requiring the angler to check their own lines and attach their name to each line, pole or tip-up if more than two poles are being used at a time.

Southeastern Utah waterbodies • Recapture Reservoir: Closing Recapture Reservoir to underwater spearfishing for largemouth bass from April 1 through the fourth Saturday in June (during the spawning period).

Southern Utah waterbodies • Manning Meadow Reservoir: Allowing bait and increasing the daily trout limit at Manning Meadow Reservoir to four fish. (The current daily limit is two fish.)

The seasonal closure to protect spawning cutthroat trout there would remain in place.

• Barney Lake: Allowing bait and increasing the daily trout limit to four fish. (The current daily limit is two fish.)

• Gunlock Reservoir: Allowing a daily limit of six largemouth bass of any size. The DWR also proposes increasing the daily limit for black crappie to one hundred fish. (Currently, the statewide daily limit for black crappie is fifty fish.)

• Quail Creek Reservoir: Allowing a daily limit of six largemouth bass of any size.

• Sand Hollow Reservoir: Increasing the daily limit for largemouth bass to eight fish of any size.

(Currently, the daily limit is six largemouth bass, with only one fish over twelve inches.)

• Mill Meadow Reservoir: Decreasing the current daily limit of eight tiger muskie at Mill Meadow Reservoir to match the statewide daily limit for tiger muskie of one fish over forty inches.

Statewide fishing regulations • Allowing spearfishing to take place any time of day or night. (Currently, it’s only allowed between sunrise and sunset.)

• Allowing the use of artificial light while spearfishing at any location for Utah chub.

• Allowing spearfishing at fifteen high-elevation waterbodies in the Uinta Mountains, including Alexander Lake, Wall Lake, Fish Lake, Hoover Lake, Whitney Reservoir, China Lake, Hoop Lake, Chepeta

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Reducing the number of hooks allowed per setline from fifteen to eight. (Setline fishing typically targets channel catfish, which have a statewide daily limit of eight fish.)

Limiting setline tending to only those anglers who have a setline permit.

Prohibiting the mechanical retrieval of a setline.

Requiring a setline to be checked at least once every forty-eight hours.

Requiring that a setline be permanently marked with the angler’s setline permit number.

Allowing the use of airguns (archery tackle) to remove carp at any open waterbody, as long as the airgun is only capable of firing arrows or bolts, is pneumatically powered and is solely pressurized through a separate charging device.

Removing the “bonus” brook trout limit at lakes and streams in the Uinta Mountains in Daggett, Duchesne, Summit, Uintah and Wasatch counties.

(Currently, there is a “bonus limit” of four brook trout.)

Adding four community fishing ponds across the state, including Dry Creek Highland Pond, Provo River Delta Gateway Park Pond, Jordan River Big Bend Pond and the Willow Spring Pond.

Allowing anglers to kill and possess the fish they catch that are included on the prohibited species list and asking anglers to report those fish to the DWR. (Currently, anglers must release all prohibited fish species that they catch, includ-

ing potentially harmful species.)

Proposed updates to the rule for real property transactions The DWR is also proposing a few updates to the rule that provides the standards and procedures for how the DWR may buy, sell or exchange land.

The proposed updates are primarily minor rule wording changes to provide additional clarification and detail about the process— these proposals don’t change the process itself.

The proposed changes include restructuring the rule to create different sections for acquisition, disposal and exchange of properties owned by the DWR. This will help with clarity in separating those processes and to create congruence of value established in each section. A few other minor clarifications to the rule and associated definitions were also proposed.

Give feedback The public meetings for the recommendations can either be viewed virtually or attended in person. You can view the biologists' presentations before the meetings and share your feedback about them on the DWR website. The presentations are also available on the DWR YouTube channel, but comments can only be submitted through the forms on the DWR website.

The public comment period opened on Aug. 6 for each of the five Regional Advisory Council meetings and for the Utah Wildlife Board meeting.

Public comments submitted within the online-comment timeframes listed below will be shared with the RAC and wildlife board members at each respective meeting. Members of the public can choose to either watch the meetings online or attend them in person. If

you wish to comment during the meeting, you must attend in person. Online comments will only be accepted until the deadlines listed below.

The meetings will be held on the following dates and times: • Central Utah RAC meeting: Aug. 27 at 6 p.m. at the DWR Springville Office at 1115 N. Main St. in Springville.

(Online comments must be submitted by Aug. 22 at 11:59 p.m.)

• Northern Utah RAC meeting: Aug. 28 at 6 p.m. at the Weber County Commission Chambers at 2380 Washington Blvd. #240 in Ogden. (Online comments must be submitted by Aug. 22 at 11:59 p.m.)

• Southern Utah RAC meeting: Sept. 3 at 6 p.m. at the DNR Richfield City Complex at 2031 Industrial Park Road in Richfield. (Online comments must be submitted by Aug. 29 at 11:59 p.m.)

• Southeastern Utah RAC meeting: Sept.

4 at 6 p.m. at the John Wesley Powell Museum at 1765 E. Main St. in Green River. (Online comments must be submitted by Aug. 29 at 11:59 p.m.)

• Northeastern Utah RAC meeting: Sept. 5 at 6 p.m. at the DWR Vernal Office at 318 N. Vernal Ave. (Online comments must be submitted by Aug. 29 at 11:59 p.m.)

• Utah Wildlife Board meeting: Sept. 19 at 9 a.m. at the Eccles Wildlife Education Center at 1157 South Waterfowl Way in Farmington. (Online comments must be submitted by Sept. 10 at 11:59 p.m.)

—Utah Division of Wildlife Resources

Utah Press Executive Brian Allfrey Elected NAM President

UTAH / OKLAHOMA CITY - Brian Allfrey, the executive director of the Utah Press Association, was elected president of Newspaper Association Managers, Inc. (NAM), during the group's 101st Annual Summer Conference Aug. 2 in Oklahoma City.

Allfrey will serve a one-year term as president of NAM. He has served as chief executive in Utah since 2012. He previously worked in advertising sales and management for Utah newspapers. Since 2022, he has served as executive director for the Nevada Press Association and Montana Newspaper Association through management agreements with Utah Press.

Also elected to officer positions were Vice President Phil Lucey, executive director of the North Carolina Press Association, and Secretary Ashley Wimberley, executive director of the Arkansas Press Association. Carolyn Nolte, president and CEO of the Florida Press Association, was elected to serve a threeyear term on the board.

Mark Maassen, executive director of the Missouri Press Association, becomes immediate past president. Laurie Hieb,

Courtesy Newspaper Association Managers, Inc.

Incoming NAM President Brian Allfrey (left) of the Utah Press Association receives the NAM Presidents Cup from outgoing President Mark Maassen of the Missouri Publishers Association. executive director of the Oregon Newspaper Publishers Association and a NAM past president, was appointed to serve a oneyear, unexpired term on the board. Continuing director is Emily Bradbury, executive director of the Kansas Press Association.

Founded in 1923,

NAM is a consortium of state, provincial, and national trade groups representing the newspapers and affiliate digital media in the United States and Canada.

—Newspaper Association Managers, Inc.

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2024 Garfield County Fair in Panguitch Celebrates Community and Highlights Local Skills and Talents

by Jaynie Connor

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Panguitch resident Shawn Caine poses with her Barn Quilt Indoor Exhibit entry during the 2024 Garfield County Fair. Barn Quilts are a fairly new Exhibit category for the State of Utah, and each year the entries grow in number. The 2024 Garfield County Fair took place from August 3 - 10 in Panguitch.

PANGUITCH - During the first week of August—August 3 - 10— citizens and volunteers of Garfield County gathered for the annual Garfield County Fair.

The Fair included numerous free events for locals to enjoy, such as a drive-in movie, sponsored by Utah Highway Patrol and the Panguitch Prevention Coalition; horseshoe and cornhole

tournaments; multiple rodeo events, live bands and a community dinner on Saturday the 10th hosted and paid for by the Garfield County Commissioners.

Numerous volunteers from across Garfield County work together all year to make sure the annual event goes off without a hitch and that everyone who attends has a great time.

Attendees throughout the week were treated to

a 4-H Fashion Revue, inflatables, bingo, and even a fish grab. The Garfield County Fairgrounds was buzzing with excitement as families and friends strolled through the various attractions, with children running from one inflatable to another. Others eagerly lined up for a chance to catch a fish with their bare hands, a tradition that always draws a crowd. The horseshoe and cornhole

tournaments saw friendly competition among neighbors, and the Indoor Exhibits showcased the skills and talents of those across the county, with beautiful quilts, paintings, photographs, vegetables, and flowers.

The sense of community was obvious and a testament to the hard work of the volunteers and the support of the Garfield County Commissioners.

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Aubree Hughes, Miss Garfield County, and Anabelle Peterson, Miss Garfield County Teen Attendant, pose in front of one of the quilt entries at the 2024 Garfield County Fair.

Zoey Fawson poses with her 2024 Garfield County Fair Grand Champion ribbon winning quilt.

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Volunteer judges from Iron County judge the 4-H canning entries at the 2024 Garfield County Fair.

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2024 Garfield County Fair volunteers Deborah Jones and Barbara Lavendar set up the Indoor Exhibits photo wall.

Callie Ward, USU Extension Garfield County Assistant Professor, gets ready to hand out blue ribbons at the 2024 Garfield County Fair, which took place this year from August 3 - 10 at the Garfield County Fairgrounds.

Garfield County Fair Rodeo Royalty

Queen: Charmaine Porter, daughter of Mike and Lori Porter Princess: Lena Liebrandt, daughter of Adrian and Shannon Liebrandt Jr. Princess: Ava Torgersen, daughter of Kyler and Maegin Torgersen Attendants: Dally Christensen, daughter of Kyle and Katelyn Christensen, and Chaney Orton, daughter of Kylie and Zac Orton.

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Sydnee Mecham, 2024 Garfield County Fair Photography Department Head, and Mary Tebbs, 2024 Garfield County Fair Crafts Department Head.

Elaine Baldwin, the head of the Canning and Foods Department for the 2024 Garfield County Fair, which took place this year from August 3 - 10 at the Garfield County Fairgrounds.

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Mowgli’s: It was super exciting to hit that one-year mark...I’m just really Spidey: Many kittens and cats have grateful to be here.

—Morgan Stephens, owner of Mowgli’s Cafe in Hanksville

shown up at our place. Our most recent foster cat is one we still think about and keep in touch with his adoptive parents.

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Courtesy Bec Martinez

The old Shell gas station in Hanksville on SR-24 had sat vacant for years before it was damaged in the flood of 2021. The new owners repaired the flood damage, invested in some upgrades, and rented it out to Morgan Stephens to create her dream coffee shop, Mowgli’s Cafe.

Courtesy Bec Martinez

The menu at Mowgli’s Cafe in Hanksville features a ton of specialty espresso drinks and cold brew, dirty sodas, energy drink options, and family-made pastries.

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Hanksville has a couple of restaurants and convenience stores that offer coffee, the town did not have a dedicated coffee shop.

After working as a barista for years after high school, she had always

dreamt of opening her own coffee shop, but it wasn’t until after the 2021 flood in Hanksville that an opportunity arose to do so.

About the flood, Stephens says it was a “weird blessing” in some ways, “since it brought about some good changes in the town.”

The old Shell gas station on SR-24 had sat va-

cant for years before it was damaged in the flood, and the previous owners did not have the resources to fix it, so the building was put up for sale. The new owners repaired the flood damage, invested in some upgrades, and rented it out to Stephens to create her dream coffee shop.

“What I’ve made Mowgli’s known for is the amount of syrup flavors we offer,” she says. The menu features a ton of specialty espresso drinks, dirty soda, and energy drink options.

Their cold brew is really popular, she says, and as far as the pastries they offer, most are made by a family member of hers.

“Keeping things smallbusiness-owned is my goal,” she says.

Mowgli is a nickname her Dad gave her, said Stephens, which she still goes by to many today. Thanks to Mowgli’s old-school gas station design, the cafe is bright, with large windows out front and plenty of outdoor seating under the old gas pump canopy.

Stephens says she sees a good mix of locals and tourists stopping by her shop, but it is the tourists driving by that keeps them busy. “Locals are great and are one of the reasons I began doing what I do, but it is the tourists that keep the doors open,” she says.

One of her favorite things about growing up in Fairfield, Utah, she says, was visits to the Country Store when she was young.

It was there that old-timers and locals would gather to start their morning, and said she always enjoyed visiting with them. That experience was one of the main reasons she opened her shop in Hanksville. “I wanted that feeling back,” she said.

Mowgli’s stayed open all last winter, and Stephens said that if she can cover the costs of being open, along with overhead costs, she is happy to stay open again. In addition to running Mowgli’s, Stephens also manages to work another full-time job, and she says, “It’s been really great, and I feel blessed I’m able to do both.”

Stephens is incredibly thankful to the Hanksville Community, especially to the locals who have made Mowgli’s one of their regular stops. “I’m extremely grateful for them,” she says. She encourages everyone to stop in and say hello when they find themselves in Hanksville.

She’s normally in the shop and enjoys meeting people from around the county.

You can find Mowgli’s at 240 East 100 North in Hanksville and on Instagram at @mowglis.cafe.

Downwinders: The Department of Justice cannot accept RECA applications at

this time due to the expiration of the program. But anyone who thinks that they would have qualified for the program if it was still active, are welcome to call me to discuss what they could be doing while we wait for the bill to start again. We are also still open to do cancer screening education and a physical for downwinders.—Rebecca Barlow, project director for the Radiation Exposure Screening Clinic at Intermountain St. George Regional Hospital Downwinders Cont'd from A1

statute provided compensation for qualifying people and their families who contracted certain cancers and/or other diseases as a direct result of their exposure to atmospheric nuclear testing performed by the federal government decades ago.

The RECA compen-

sation ended without an extension on June 10, 2024.

There have been different bills debated in Congress to continue and/or expand the program, but for now, the United States Department of Justice is not accepting applications.

Rebecca Barlow, project director for the Radiation Exposure Screening Clinic at Intermountain St. George Regional Hospital

is still available to meet with claimants and their families to discuss qualifications, if an extension is granted, or the new, extended compensation act is passed.

“The Department of Justice cannot accept RECA applications at this time due to the expiration of the program. But anyone who thinks that they would have qualified for the program if it was still active, are welcome to call me to discuss what they could be doing while we wait for the bill to start again,” said Barlow. “We are also still open to do cancer screening education and a physical for downwinders.”

Cancers that previously qualified under RECA include leukemia (but not

chronic lymphocytic leukemia), multiple myeloma, lymphomas (other than Hodgkin's), and primary cancers of the pharynx, small intestine, salivary gland, brain, stomach, urinary tract/bladder, colon, thyroid, pancreas, breast, esophagus, bile ducts, liver, gall bladder, lung, and ovary. However, it’s too early to know which cancers will be included in the law when it is reinstated, according to Barlow.

People can contact the Intermountain Downwinder’s Clinic by calling 435-251-4760 and leaving a message. Your call will be returned at the earliest opportunity.

—Intermountain Health

was strange because all five of our cats were inside— some on laps, some on towers, and some on cushions.

Mike looked behind him and saw Spidey, a huge, beautiful Russian Blue with magnificent golden eyes.

Meowing, he and Mike locked eyes. Mike, not typically a cat person and allergic to cats, was already tolerant of the five we had, but he couldn't look away from Spidey. It was cold outside, and this large cat was staring at him.

Without saying a word, Mike walked outside, picked up the humongous cat, and brought him into the house. What the heck? Spidey sat on Mike’s lap and purred. I couldn’t believe my eyes. Eventually, we went to bed after Spidey had eaten some wet food and found a soft place to land. There was plenty of hissing from the two female cats, but the three males seemed indifferent.

The next morning, Spidey took a more prominent position in our home.

Unafraid of anyone, he became the top cat and bossed everyone around, which wasn't a positive move for him. I contacted Color Country Animal Welfare (CCAW) to have him advertised on Facebook in case he was lost and belonged to someone. His ear was "tipped," indicating he had been neutered. CCAW has a strict rule that an animal must not be adopted until a week of trying to reconnect it with its family. Spidey’s picture was posted, but no one claimed him, so we continued to foster him. We didn’t let him outside, fearing he might run away.

Spidey was very thin and quickly devoured his wet and dry food. He had no issues using one of our litter boxes but struggled to understand that he was only one of six cats. He thought he was the top cat and demanded more and more attention as he got familiar with the family and the spaces. What was once GG’s pillow became Spidey’s. The female cats resented him and grew increasingly vocal with their complaints, even bullying each other, which was out of character. Our family members helped give him attention and love, and our grandchildren adored spoiling him, reading to him, playing with him, and declaring him their favorite cat of all.

A week passed, and

we took Spidey to Dr. Jake using CCAW’s voucher to get all his shots up to date.

Afterward, we dropped him off at CCAW and said our goodbyes. It was really sad for us, but even sadder for him as he meowed sadly when I left him.

Spidey was now eligible for adoption. We wanted him to find the best match. We kept thinking about him constantly and visited him. The facility was overcrowded with cats, and he was confined to a small room. Compared to the freedom of a house, we wondered how best to prepare a cat for adoption. The answer was clear: in a home. Mike and I debated and, ultimately, decided to bring him back.

We called CCAW and picked him up. Spidey’s personality had changed, and not for the better. He wasn’t his happy self. This was what we had feared.

The best way to prepare a cat or kitten for adoption is to have them in a home setting. We were now committed to bringing Spidey back to his happy, confident self and finding the right family for him.

After four months of play, patience, and love, it happened. With the help of CCAW, we found the perfect family for Spidey.

His prospective parents came to our home, met him in his environment, and made a conscious, thoughtful decision to adopt him.

Mr. Tom is now the king of his new home, an only child. He dresses up for special occasions and is spoiled with towers, pillows, toys, and love. He travels well, is healthy, and his parents are committed to keeping him that way.

As for our other cats, our three “foster failures” are thriving, and everyone is happy. They have returned to their routines, with their pillows, spaces, and pecking order restored.

If you're considering becoming a cat foster, it's a very rewarding experience. You might become a foster failure yourself, or you might foster for a few days or weeks, and that’s okay too. We've done both. Whatever you do, know that you'll make a huge difference in the lives of cats or kittens that would otherwise be struggling to survive, or worse.

Please give CCAW a call at 435-425-2050 to see how you can get started.

Comment Period:

The proposed increase would raise the current fee of $20 per site/per night to $26 per site/per night starting in January 2025. The new fee would match the campground fees throughout the rest of the park. Funds from an increase would be used for activities and projects that serve visitors to Glen Canyon.

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at https://parkplanning. nps.gov/GLCACampGroundRateIncrease A public open house about the proposed increase will be held on Aug. 21, 2024, from 5:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. MST at the Glen

Canyon National Recreation Area Headquarters Building, located at 691 Scenic View Rd, Page, Arizona.

More info about Lees Ferry is available at https://www.nps.gov/glca/ planyourvisit/lees-ferry. htm.

—National Park Service

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Legal Notices NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING BICKNELL TOWN PLANNING COMMISSION Bicknell Town Planning Commission will hold a public hearing on August 20th at 6:45 p.m. regarding: 1. The clarification and distinction of Main Street vs Highway 24 as it applies to the Commercial Residential Zone in the Zoning ordinance and on the current Zoning Map. 2. The application to rezone the .54 acre parcel located at 210 E Highway 24 from Residential Agricultural to Commercial Residential.

3. To discuss the future of Bicknell’s Commercial Residential Zone.

Kelsey Brinkerhoff, Town Clerk Published in The Wayne and Garfield County Insider on AUGUST 8 & 15, 2024 NOTICE OF SUMMONS In the Sixth Judicial District Court, In and for Garfield County, State of Utah, Barbara Derryberry vs. James C. Griscom, Peggy B. Griscom, Ray Derryberry, and Unknown Defendants, Case No. 240600034, The State of Utah to James C. Griscom, Peggy B. Griscom, Ray Derryberry, and Unknown Defendants: A lawsuit has been started against you. You must respond in writing for the court to consider your side. You can find an Answer form on the court’s website: utcourts.gov/ans. You must file your Answer with this court: The Sixth District Court, located at 55 S Main, Panguitch, UT 84759. You must also email, mail or hand deliver a copy of your Answer to the other party’s attorney: Matt A. Munson, 970 S Sage Dr, Ste 109, Cedar City UT 84720. Your response must be filed with the court and served on the other party within 30 days of the last day of this publication, which is August 29, 2024. If you do not file an Answer by the deadline, the other party can ask the court for a default judgment. A default judgment means the other party wins, and you do not get the chance to tell your side of the story. Read the Complaint carefully. It explains what the other party is asking for in their lawsuit. The Complaint seeks to quiet title to certain real property located in Iron County acquired by the Plaintiff by Auditor’s Tax Deed.

DATED this 31st day of July 2024. M. A. Munson Law P.C. /s/ Matt A. Munson, Attorney for Plaintiff.

Published in The Wayne and Garfield County Insider on AUGUST 8, 15, 22 & 29, 2024

NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING BICKNELL TOWN PLANNING COMMISSION The Bicknell Town Planning Commission will conduct a public hearing at 7:00 p.m. on August 20, 2024, at the Bicknell Town Hall, 64 W 100 N Bicknell UT 84715.

The hearing is to allow the public to review the final draft of the subdivision ordinance. The public is invited to provide comments generally limited to three minutes per individual. The scheduled Planning and Zoning meeting will follow.

Kelsey Brinkerhoff, Town Clerk Published in The Wayne and Garfield County Insider on AUGUST 8 & 15, 2024 NOTICE TO WATER USERS The applications below were filed with the Division of Water Rights in Wayne County. These are informal proceedings per Rule 655-6-2. Protests concerning an application must be legibly written or typed, contain the name and mailing address of the protesting party, STATE THE APPLICATION NUMBER PROTESTED, CITE REASONS FOR THE PROTEST, and REQUEST A HEARING, if desired. Also, A $15 FEE MUST BE INCLUDED FOR EACH APPLICATION PROTESTED. Protests must be filed with the Division of Water Rights on or before Sep. 11, 2024 either electronically using the Division`s on-line Protest of Application form, by hand delivery to a Division office, or by mail at PO Box 146300, Salt Lake City, UT 84114-6300. Please visit waterrights.utah.gov or call (801)538-7240 for additional information.

GARFIELD COUNTY CHANGE APPLICATION(S) 61-89 (a51948): USA Forest Service propose(s) using 0.03 cfs OR 2.92 ac-ft. from the Antimony Creek (10 miles SE of Antimony) for STOCKWATERING. 61-3513 (a51970): Garfield County propose(s) using 0.0044 cfs OR 1 ac-ft. from groundwater (5 miles west of Widtsoe) for OTHER: Industrial and domestic uses associated with landfill.

EXTENSION(S) 61-2629 (a29956): Elk Ridge Estates Water Company is/are filing an extension for 0.375 cfs OR 45 ac-ft. from groundwater (6 miles NW of Alton) for DOMESTIC; IRRIGATION. IRON COUNTY CHANGE APPLICATION(S) 61-3508 (a51977): Carolyn Ray, State of Utah Board of Water Resources, West Panguitch Irrigation and Reservoir Company propose(s) using 1.6 ac-ft. from the Unnamed Spring (4 miles NW of Panguitch Lake) for DOMESTIC; IRRIGATION; STOCKWATERING. WAYNE COUNTY NEW APPLICATION(S) 95-5533 (A84327): Michael Miller propose(s) using 0.015 cfs OR 1.2 ac-ft. from groundwater (0.58 miles South of Torrey) for DOMESTIC; IRRIGATION. 95-5534 (A84330): Nicole Syme propose(s) using 0.015 cfs OR 0.45 ac-ft. from groundwater (1.25 miles South East of Grove) for DOMESTIC. Teresa Wilhelmsen, P.E., State Engineer Published in The Wayne and Garfield County Insider on AUGUST 15 & 22, 2024 NOTICE OF PROPOSED CHANGE WAYNE COUNTY Please take notice that the Wayne County Planning Commission will hold a public hearing to consider the following: P R O P O S E D CHANGE: FROM RES/ AG TO RESORT RECREATION WITH A CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT INTENDED USE: 5 CABIN SITES WITH 2 BATHHOUSES CHANGE REQUESTED BY: EYE CANDY PROPERTIES LLC / WILLIE HOLDMAN A PUBLIC HEARING WILL BE HELD DURING THE PLANNING & ZONING MEETING ON: AUGUST 28, 2024 @ 7:00 PM AT THE WAYNE COUNTY COURTHOUSE LEGAL DES: A part of the E1/2E1/2SW1/4SE1/4 Section 11 T30S R5E SLM containing 10 acres Parcel 02-0075-0985 / O-971-5 located at 1199 S Miners Mountain Rd Grover, UT. Published in The Wayne and Garfield County Insider on AUGUST 15 & 22, 2024

ADVERTISEMENT FOR BIDS BICKNELL TOWN SECTION 00 11 13 Bicknell, UT 84715 Bicknell Town Water Improvements Project Phase 2 General Notice Bicknell Town (Owner) is requesting Bids for the construction of the following Project: Bicknell Town Water Improvements Project Phase 2 Project #8769A Bids for the construction of the Project will be received electronically through Quest CDN. Bids will be accepted until Thursday, September 5th, 2024 at 2:00 p.m. local time. At that time the Bids received will be opened and read.

The Project includes the following Work: Installation of new water lines, construction of new wellhouse and equipping a new well, wellhouse site development, and site improvements.

Bids are requested for the following Contract: Bicknell Town Water Improvements Project Phase 2 Obtaining the Bidding Documents Information and Bidding Documents for the Project can be found at the following designated website: https://www.ensignutah.com/bid-access/ or www. questcdn.com Bidding Documents may be downloaded from the designated website. Prospective Bidders are urged to register with the designated website as a plan holder, even if Bidding Documents are obtained from a plan room or source other than the designated website in either electronic or paper format. The designated website will be updated periodically with addenda, lists of registered plan holders, reports, and other information relevant to submitting a Bid for the Project. All official notifications, addenda, and other Bidding Documents will be offered only through the designated website. Neither Owner nor Engineer will be responsible for Bidding Documents, including addenda, if any, obtained from sources other than the designated website.

The Issuing Office for the Bidding Documents is: Ensign Engineering and Land Surveying 225 North 100 East Richfield, Utah 84701 Printed copies of the Bidding Documents may be obtained from the Issuing Office by paying a deposit of $100 for each set, no part of which will be refunded.

Make deposit checks for Bidding Documents payable to Ensign Engineering and Land Surveying.

Pre-bid Conference A non-mandatory pre-bid conference for the Project will be held on Thursday July 22nd, 2024 at 2:00 PM at Bicknell Town Hall, 64 West 100 North, Bicknell UT, 84715. Bidders are highly encouraged to attend nonmandatory pre-bid conference.

Instructions to Bidders.

For all further requirements regarding bid submittal, qualifications, procedures, and contract award, refer to the Instructions to Bidders that are included in the Bidding Documents.

Bid security shall be furnished in accordance with the Instructions to Bidders.

This project requires both Davis Bacon wages and American Iron and Steel.

“Section 746 of Title VII of the Consolidated Appropriations Act of 2017 (Division A-Agriculture, Rural Development, Food and Drug Administration, and Related Agencies Appropriations Act, 2017) and subsequent statues mandating domestic preference applies an American Iron and Steel requirement to this project. All listed iron and steel products” means the following products made primarily of iron or steel: lines or unlined pipes and fittings, manhole covers and other municipal castings, hydrants, tanks, flanges, pipe clamps and restraints, valves, structural steel, reinforced precast concrete, and construction materials.”

This Advertisement is issued by: Owner: Bicknell Town By: Noreen Johnson Title: Mayor Date: August 6, 2024 Published in The Wayne and Garfield County Insider on AUGUST 15 & 22, 2024 NOTICE OF BUDGET PLANNING MEETING CANNONVILLE, UTAH A public budget planning meeting will be held Wenesday, August 21st in conjunction with the Town Council meeting, 7 p.m. Town Hall.

Published in The Wayne and Garfield County Insider on AUGUST 15, 2024 NOTICE OF INTENT TO FILE AN APPLICATION WITH USDA, RURAL DEVELOPMENT Lyman Water System intends to file an application with USDA, Rural Development for financial assistance for the following purpose: Water Improvement Project. Which includes construction of drinking water tanks, pipes, and well.

Also, the public is invited to consult with USDA, Rural Development on any concerns regarding environmental resources that may be affected by the proposal.

The address and phone number of the Rural Development office is: Richfield Rural Development United States Department of Agriculture 340 North 600 East, Richfield, UT 84701 Phone: 435-893-3342 If any additional information is needed, the name, address and phone number of the contact for the Applicant is: Brennan Rees, PE Lyman Water System C/O; Ensign Engineering 225 North 100 East Richfield, UT 84701 brees@ensignutah.com Published in The Wayne and Garfield County Insider on AUGUST 8 & 15, 2024

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California Condor 1K Dies from Lead Poisoning MARBLE CANYON, AZ - The Peregrine Fund (TPF), U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service, and Zion National Park regret to announce the death of California Condor 1K. The tagging of the 1,000th California Condor, known as “1K,” was a pivotal moment for the California Condor Recovery Program. Hatched in May 2019, 1K was the first condor to successfully fledge in Zion National Park. On May 21, 2020, the young condor was trapped and given an identifying tag of “1K,” officially marking him the 1,000th California Condor hatched since the start of the Recovery Program in the 1980s. His studbook number of 1000 signified a remarkable benchmark for the recovery effort, which began with only 22 condors in 1982. Since introducing 1K to the world, people have traveled to Zion National Park just to catch a glimpse of his impressive nine-and-a-half-foot wingspan. Merchandise and informative signs throughout the park were developed to celebrate 1K as a symbol of hope for the recovery of the species.

Each California Condor carries a radio tag, allowing biologists to carefully monitor their movements and locations. In early March 2024, these field tracking efforts revealed that 1K had stopped moving. Biologists traversed several miles through rugged terrain in a remote canyon to locate 1K and were devastated to find him dead.

Necropsy results confirmed what the team had suspected as the cause of death: lead poisoning. 1K died just short of his fifth birthday.

“1K’s death is a tragedy because it was premature and preventable,” says TPF’s California Condor Program Manager Shawn Farry. “He was still in his awkward teenage years, with his head color starting to change from black to orange. He was only a year or two away from finding a life-long mate and becoming a breeder. Like all condors, 1K was charismatic, often goofy, making it difficult not to form an emotional attachment to him. He had a wonderful way of endearing staff and visitors to the condor and its story, and for that, he will be missed by so many who were lucky to catch a glimpse of 1K soaring through Zion Canyon.”

It is a tragedy all too common for California Condors range wide. Lead poisoning remains the number one cause of diagnosed fatalities, with just under 50% of diagnosed deaths attributed to lead poisoning since releases began in California in 1992. Lead poisoning can result in serious illness ranging from

lethargy and weakness to paralysis of the digestive tract leading to the inability to process food and water.

Most deaths from lead poisoning are a result of starvation and dehydration. Since the first release in Arizona in 1996, 52 California Condors in the Arizona-Utah population have died from lead poisoning, but the impact of lead on condors goes far beyond that—90% of condors trapped and tested during this past year had blood lead levels that indicated exposure.

One of those condors was 1K’s sibling, California Condor 1111. In 2021, just two years after 1K made history, 1111 became the second wild-fledged condor in Zion National Park.

In January 2024, she was trapped and tested with other condors during routine trapping efforts. The team was astonished to find that she had the highest lead value recorded in a live bird in the program’s 28-year history. She was immediately transferred to Liberty Wildlife, a wildlife rehabilitation center and program partner, for treatment by their expert veterinary team. After a long road to recovery involving several months of intensive care, 1111 was released back into the wild on May 17, 2024, seemingly recovered from this event with lead. 1111’s story highlights the continued need to manage the condor flock while lead poisoning remains a threat to recovery.

California Condors are particularly vulnerable to lead poisoning because they are obligate scavengers meaning they are limited to feeding upon the remains of dead animals. When remains of shot animals like deer, elk, livestock, or other game species are left afield, scavengers will efficiently clean up those remains, which is a good thing. If, however, those remains contain fragments from lead-based ammunition, scavengers can unknowingly consume lead, become sickened, and sometimes die. While one feeding may not be enough to feel the impact, consuming lead fragments repeatedly can lead to a build-up in their system. Biologists have even documented lead in the blood of California Condor nestlings because of lead-laced meals brought to them by their parents.

Lead levels in California Condors are closely monitored and documented because of the vulnerable nature of their population.

This information also provides valuable insight into how other species, such as Bald and Golden Eagles might be exposed through scavenging.

“The California Condor is an indicator species,” says TPF’s California Condor Program Director Tim Hauck. “We know that other scavengers are eating from the same carcasses as condors. In fact, it is not uncommon to see eagles feeding alongside condors.

Since many of those species are not currently considered at risk of extinction, they are not as closely monitored as the condors. But they are being exposed to the same sources of lead and are likely experiencing some level of lead poisoning.”

In 2023, the California Condor Arizona-Utah population experienced an additional, unexpected tragedy: Highly Pathogenic Avian Influenza (HPAI).

The outbreak killed 21 condors, and since then, the population has sustained an

additional eight deaths due to lead poisoning with several other diagnoses still pending final necropsy results. While the Southwest monitoring team and remaining condors persevere, the outbreak reinforced the importance of focusing on preventable causes of mortality.

“We cannot predict or control disease outbreaks and natural disasters,” says Hauck. “We have to focus our efforts on the preventable causes of death to ensure inevitable, unforeseen causes won’t be the breaking point for the population and HPAI reminded us of that. The truth is lead poisoning is the number one cause of death for condors and a preventable one at that.”

In response to the preventable impact of lead poisoning on wildlife, TPF, the Oregon Zoo, and the Institute for Wildlife Studies co-founded the North American Nonlead Partnership (NANP).

NANP aims to shape and facilitate efforts to minimize the threat of unintentional lead poisoning in wildlife through voluntary, incentive-based outreach and education programs while promoting ecosystem health, wildlife conservation values, and hunting heritage.

“We have come a long way in understanding lead pathways in wildlife and effectively collaborating with key partners like the Arizona Game and Fish Department and Utah Division of Wildlife Resources. Their programs have earned tremendous support from our fellow hunters, earning as much as 87% voluntary participation during the deer seasons,” says TPF’s CEO, President, and Cofounder of NANP Chris Parish. “Very simply, we must expand our reach to more hunters, managers, ranchers, sportsmen- and women. The proof is there.

If people know and have alternatives, they are more than willing to help. We just need to reach them.”

Today, NANP has nearly fifty partners representing wildlife agencies, landowners, hunting products, and non-governmental organizations focused on hunting and sciencebased wildlife management. Each year, they expand their programs, reaching more hunters and spreading their mission to new regions. Hunters have been receptive to NANP’s message and are making the switch to lead-free ammunition or removing the remains of lead-shot animals from the field.

With the hunting community leading the way, incidents like that of 1K’s death could be a thing of the past.

“1K’s death is a reminder that there is still work that needs to be done before we can take a step back and call this a conservation success story,” says Hauck. “The California Condor has experienced a difficult past year, but the trajectory of the program continues to move upward thanks to the resiliency of the condor and the hard work of so many in the recovery effort. And with the determination of the North American Nonlead Partnership, the California Condor Recovery Program, and countless partners, there is hope for the California Condor’s future.”

—The Peregrine Fund

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Position: Full-time Dentist Location: Bicknell, UT / Escalante, UT Company: Wayne Community Health Center, Inc About us: Wayne Community Health Center is a reputable dental clinic committed to providing high-quality oral healthcare services to our community. We strive for excellence in patient care, utilizing the latest technology and techniques to ensure optimal dental health and satisfaction.

Bicknell, UT is situated in a picturesque valley surrounded by the stunning red rock formations and expansive desert landscapes characteristic of southern Utah. It is located along Utah State Route 24, providing convenient access to nearby national parks and outdoor recreational areas.

The landscape surrounding our clinic is nothing short of spectacular, with towering sandstone cliffs, colorful rock formations, and wide-open vistas stretching as far as the eye can see. We enjoy breathtaking views of the surrounding mountains and mesas, providing ample opportunities for outdoor exploration and photography. Escalante, UT is a small town nestled in the heart of southern Utah, surrounded by stunning red rock landscapes and rugged wilderness. Located within the Grand Staircase-Escalante National Monument, it's a haven for outdoor enthusiasts and adventurers seeking to explore the natural wonders of the region. Whether you're an avid hiker, a nature photographer, or simply someone seeking solitude in the wilderness, Bicknell and Escalante provide a gateway to unforgettable adventures in one of the most beautiful and unspoiled corners of the United States.

Job Description: We are seeking a skilled and compassionate dentist to join our team, willing to relocate to our service area. The ideal candidate will be dedicated to providing exceptional patient care and possess excellent clinical skills. This position offers the opportunity to work in a facility alongside a supportive team of dental professionals.

Responsibilities: • Perform routine dental procedures such as cleanings, fillings, extractions, and root canals • Diagnose and treat dental issues in a timely and efficient manner • Educate patients on proper oral hygiene techniques and preventive dental care • Collaborate with other members of the dental team to ensure the best possible patient outcomes • Maintain accurate patient records and uphold high standards of confidentiality • Stay updated on advancements in dentistry and participate in continuing education opportunities Requirements: • Doctor of Dental Surgery (DDS) or Doctor of Dental Medicine (DMD) degree from an accredited dental school • Valid state dental license in good standing • Proven experience in general dentistry, preferably in a clinical setting • Strong communication and interpersonal skills • Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced environment • Dedication to providing compassionate care and building lasting relationships with patients Benefits: • Competitive salary commensurate with experience • Comprehensive benefits package including health insurance, life insurance, retirement savings plan, with a 5% match, and paid time off • Disability insurance 50% covered • Malpractice insurance covered • Licensure and credentialing are covered • Opportunities for professional development and continuing education offered • Supportive work environment with a focus on work-life balance How to apply: If you are interested in joining our team, please submit your resume and cover letter to AmberLee Ellett, aellett@waynechc.org .

Wayne Community Health Center, inc is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, or any other characteristic protected by law.

We look forward to hearing from you!

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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

Full-time or Part-time Dental Assistant and Front Desk Assistant Job Posting: Full-time or Part-time Dental Assistant and Front Desk Assistant Location: Bicknell, UT Organization: Wayne Community Health Center Wayne Community Health Center in Bicknell is currently accepting applications for a part-time position in the Dental Office.

Position Overview Dental Office Hours: • Monday – Wednesday - Friday, 7:00 AM – 5:00 PM (hours will vary) Key Responsibilities: Front Desk Assistant: • Answering phones • Scheduling appointments • Collecting payments • Greeting and accommodating patients with professionalism • Performing other tasks as assigned Dental Assistant: • Interacting with patients in a friendly and compassionate manner • Proficiently taking x-rays supporting dentist chairside with procedures • Managing scheduling, charting, and documenting dental visits using computer systems • Ensuring thorough sterilization of dental instruments • Setting up and maintaining a clean and organized operatory and office space Qualifications: • Self-motivated and task-oriented • Team player • Excellent customer service skills Compensation: • Pay is dependent upon experience Benefits: • 401K • Sick/Vacation and Holiday Leave • Medical/Dental/Pharmacy discounts Application Process: Please email your resume to AmberLee Ellett at aellett@waynechc.org. Wayne Community Health Center is an equal opportunity employer. We look forward to welcoming dedicated and motivated individuals to our team!

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POSITIONS AVAILABLE: Garfield County School District is hiring for the following positions. For the application process and description of each, please see the district website www.garfk12.org Food Service Worker in Panguitch Concurrent Enrollment/Ed-Net Para at Panguitch High Substitute/Activity Bus Drivers Route Bus Driver in Boulder Paraprofessionals/Aides at All Schools Substitutes for Teachers, Custodians, and Food Service Workers SALARY: Please see 2024-2025 Garfield County School Districts Classified, District Office, and Certified Salary Schedules on the district website.

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

Garfield County School District is an equal opportunity employer.

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

Sanitation Truck Driver/ Equipment Operator Garfield County Public Works Department is accepting applications for a Sanitation Truck Driver/ Equipment Operator.

A current CDL and pre-employment drug testing are required.

Applications are available at the Garfield County Clerk’s Office 55 South Main Street, Panguitch or online at garfield.utah.gov and will be accepted until 5 p.m., Monday, August 19th, 2024.

Garfield County reserves the right to accept or reject any or all applications. Garfield County is an equal opportunity employer.

Senior Nutrition Substitute Meal Delivery Drive Job Title: Senior Nutrition Substitute Meal Delivery Driver Position: Aging and Volunteer Services Summary of Responsibilities/ Duties: Check home delivery list to get meal count for that day, do pre-trip for truck every day, including antifreeze levels, load meals into the delivery truck, deliver lunches as quickly as possible to maintain safe food temperatures, document last meal temperature on temp log, document mileage and meal count after each meal delivery run, clean and disinfect heated truck compartments when needed, be friendly and respectful of participants, co-workers, and supervisor, adhere to Six County policies and procedures, other duties as assigned and reports directly to the Senior Nutrition Site Manager.

Hours/Days of Work: Days as needed, hours approximately 10:00 a.m. - 2:00 p.m.

Minimum Qualifications: Completion of high school and a good driving record.

Submit Application and resume to the Clerk of Wayne County (Felicia Snow).

(435) 836-1300 18 South Main Street Loa, UT 84747 Wayne County is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Ambulance Director Garfield County is accepting applications for the position of Ambulance Director.

The successful candidate must be an EMT with Utah Bureau of Emergency Services, AEMT is preferred.

Applications are available at the Garfield County Clerk’s Office, 55 South Main, Panguitch or online at www.garfield.utah.gov and will be accepted until 5 p.m., Friday, August 30, 2024.

Garfield County reserves the right to accept or reject any or all applications. Garfield County is an equal opportunity employer.

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