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Wayne County Commission

by Lisa Jeppson

Sept. 6, 2022 WAYNE COUNTY - The first Wayne County Commission meeting for the month of September was held on Tuesday, September 6, 2022, due to the Labor Day holiday.

Commissioners Blackburn, Wood and Brian were in attendance.

The agenda was accepted and approved, with the addition of the maintenance of lawn care throughout Wayne County. The minutes from the commission meeting held on August 15th was accepted and approved.

The first order of business was presented by Brent Schmidt, who is the Administrator/CEO at Sevier Valley Hospital, which is located in Richfield, Utah. Sevier Valley Hospital offers healthcare to the rural communities of Sevier, Wayne and Piute Counties. The hospital is part of the Intermountain Healthcare system. Mr. Schmidt stated that the mission of the hospital is to, “Help people live their healthiest lives.” Services provided by Sevier Valley Wayne Commission Cont'd on page 8

Meet the Candidates for Wayne Co. Commissioner

Entrada Institute Revives “Writing from the Land” Conference

by Lisa Jeppson

member Frank McEntire, himself a writer and visual artist. “The classes, lectures and panels will provide valuable hands-on guidance on writ-

WAYNE COUNTY You will have two more opportunities to meet Wayne County Commissioner candidates Mike Petree and Mike Zirwas before the 2022 General Election in November.

These two candidates, on their own accord, have put together a “get to know us and what we can bring to the table” event.

Mike Petree lives in Fremont with his wife, Bekkah, and their five children. He states, “When we rounded the bend into Loa that very first time, we knew this was the place! We’ve lived in Wayne County for 10 years now and are settled in for the long haul, raising children and running four successful businesses. As a committed 'implant,' I bring an important perspective, one that appreciates how the county is and also see[s] that, whether we like it or not, the county is changing. I would like to help steer the change so that we can preserve the heart of

Writing from the Land

Meet the Candidates

Institute to Sponsor October 20–23 Workshop in Torrey

(Left) Courtesy Barry Scholl | (Right) Debbie Block

Walter Kirn (left), author of eight books, and Bill Harley (right), two-time Grammy Award winner, will be faculty members for the "Writing from the Land" Conference in Torrey, Utah, which will take place from October 20 - 23, 2022.

This will be the first time in 15 years that the Entrada Institute has hosted this event.

TORREY - After an absence of more than 15 years, the Entrada Institute will host its annual “Writing from the Land” workshop in Torrey, Utah, on October 20–23. Open to writers of all levels of ex-

Red Canyon Bike Path Temporary Closure Rescheduled, Sept. 8 - 22

Courtesy Dixie National Forest

An approximately 2-mile segment of the Bike Path in Red Canyon will be closed for asphalt repairs until approximately September 22, 2022.

DIXIE N.F. - Beginning on Thursday, September 8, 2022, an approximately 2-mile segment of the Bike Path in Red Canyon will be closed for asphalt repairs.

The path will remain closed until approximately September 22, 2022.

In 2021, the Dixie National Forest received funding through the Great American Outdoors Act to make needed repairs on the multiuse path in Red Canyon. Over the more than 20-year life of the path, portions have been damaged due to various reasons. The section of the path from the top of Red Canyon to the parking area at Tubing

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Hill (south side of Highway 12 at the intersection of Highway 12 and Forest Service Road 121) has received the most damage in terms of cracks and separation from freeze/thaw cycles and other issues.

Several sections of asphalt on the path will be cut out, base material will be replaced and recompacted, and then repaved with new asphalt. Due to the location of the path, it will be necessary to close that portion of the path for public safety and to allow for equipment access. This closure will affect the section Red Canyon Cont'd on page 2

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perience and genres, the workshop will offer instruction from well-known writers and editors, readings by faculty, manuscript consultations, and panel discussions by experienced faculty.

UOT, Utah Tourism Industry Association Announces Dates, Itinerary for 2022 Utah Tourism Conference

SALT LAKE CITY Mark your calendars. The Utah Tourism Industry Association in cooperation with the Utah Office of Tourism has announced the complete schedule for the 2022 Utah Tourism Conference, which will be held Sept. 27-30 at the Uintah Conference Center in Vernal, Utah.

The 18th annual event is open for participation by local or non-local industry professionals or anyone who is interested in the current status and promising future of tourism in Utah. Registration and tickets to the 2022 Utah Tourism Conference are now available online. Sponsorship and exhibitor booth packages are also available for those interested.

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“By design, ‘Writing from the Land’ provides opportunities for aspiring and experienced writers to explore how craft and creativity are inspired by the natural environment,” explains Entrada board

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Harvest Fest Highlights: Part 1 What is Harvest Fest?

by Boulder Skills Foundation

Courtesy Mikhaal and TinaLuna Bonzon

The Red House Farm in Boulder, Utah, will be hosting the tenth Harvest Festival from October 20-22, 2022.

BOULDER - The 10th annual Boulder, Utah, Harvest Festival, a celebration of local food, craft, skill, and resilience, returns this year from October 20 - 22 at Red House Farm with an exciting

line-up of old favorites and new classes. To celebrate the Festival's 10th year, we of the Boulder Skills Foundation will be presenting a six-part series in the six weeks leading up to the Fest weekend, each

with a different theme, to fill you in on some of the exciting opportunities that will be available that day and in the Harvest Fest Cont'd on page 8

UPCOMING EVENTS...

2022 Escalante Canyons Art Festival

Sept. 12-25, 2022

2022 Cliff Notes Writing Conference

Sept. 29 - Oct. 2 Boulder, Utah

Escalante, Utah

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September 15, 2022

Goings on...

Progress Continues at Skyview Hotel in Torrey

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Thank You Wayne Co. Commission and Road Dept.

I want to send out a big "thank you" to the Wayne County Commission, Commissioner Dennis Blackburn in particular, and Rhett Jeffries, the head of Wayne County Road Dept., for their prompt and effective work in Fish Creek Cove during the last couple of weeks. On August 20, and again on August 27, we experienced a deluge in the Cove, certainly a couple of inches in around

45 minutes. The washes all ran big, completely washing out the county access road at a number of spots, trapping a number of residents.

Both times the county road department swung into quick action, and within a day or two had the road re-opened for local traffic. Big thanks to all who participated in this effort!

Scott Berry, Fish Creek Cove

Recent Letters Falsely Accuse Garkane Board and Employees My name is William Hammon. I am the president of the Board of Directors of Garkane Energy Cooperative.

I have served in this position for three and a half years and have been on the board, generally, since 2016.

I am writing in response to the letters that have recently been published from Mr. Lavoy Tolbert, in which he has accused me and many others of misusing and inappropriately processing Capital Credit funds. Garkane has responded multiple times to Mr. Tolbert’s questions, criticisms and accusations in writing and in-person many times in the past. We have tried to educate and help him understand how cooperatives work and the laws and regulations that govern them.

At this point, I feel that Mr. Tolbert is maliciously, purposely and irresponsibly attacking my character and the character of the other Garkane Board members past and present as well as the CEOs. Trust and confidence is paramount between our Board and our membership.

Many of the past and present board members Mr. Tolbert has been disparaging have businesses in our service territory, and their good name is of the utmost importance to their personal welfare. Personally, I seriously resent the slander of being called a thief and a liar!

We have tried for some time to educate Mr. Tolbert and show him that he is mistaken and have patiently endured his attacks against us.

Recently, Mr. Tolbert filed a

formal complaint to the Utah Public Service Commission regarding these very issues, and the Commission ruled in favor of Garkane. If Mr. Tolbert genuinely believes that we have perpetrated fraud against our membership, he should present his case in court, and stop this flagrant and irresponsible slander and defamation of our characters!

To your readers, I say, “Garkane welcomes your questions, interest and comments regarding our operations."

To Mr. Tolbert, I say, "There are roughly 42-million Americans served by more than 600 Electric cooperatives just like Garkane. These coop members are served by a cooperative and capital credit structure that is common and is approved by the IRS. Utah, like 33 other states in the nation handle unclaimed capital credits in the same manner as Garkane.

If you do not understand, after all the explanations provided to you, that Garkane is doing its very best to provide its members safe, reliable power at affordable cost in a legal and appropriate manner, please contact me and I will arrange another meeting to discuss these matters.”

If Mr. Tolbert continues to falsely accuse Garkane’s Board members and employees of actions that are not true, I will encourage the Board to take appropriate actions to ensure that the good name of these individuals is preserved.

Respectfully, William Hammon

Courtesy Pat Kearney

Josh Rowley and Nicholas Derrick, gracious owners and creators of the Skyview Hotel, a not yet open concept hotel in Torrey, Utah.

TORREY - The Skyview Hotel on Highway 24 between 1000 Lakes RV Park and Etta Place Cidery is showing progress in leaps and bounds. I tagged along on a tour with Josh Rowley and Nicholas Derrick, gracious owners and creators of their concept hotel. They aren’t open yet but welcome any and all to see what’s happening on site. Color has recently become visible over the willows along the Torrey Canal, piquing my ongoing interest.

The views are 360 degrees from the rooftop observatory that will showcase the night skies, while a custom artwork installation made of rope in the breezeway uniquely shields the sun, creating a sense of a slot canyon.

I’m looking forward to continued progress towards a spring grand opening.

—Pat Kearney

Red Canyon: Beginning on

Thursday, September 8, 2022, an approximately 2-mile segment of the Bike Path in Red Canyon will be closed for asphalt repairs. The path will remain closed until approximately Sept. 22.

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of the Bike Path at the upper end of Red Canyon (from the restroom at the Coyote Hollow parking area to the bridge). A barrier will be placed at the top

and at the bridge, and there is information at the Red Canyon Visitor Center.

Questions may be directed to the Powell Ranger District: 435-676-9300.

—Dixie National Forest

Inflation Brings Higher Demand, Fewer Supplies for Utah Food Pantries

by Mark Richardson, Utah News Connection public policy by educating elected officials on how to make nutrition programs work for the people who need them.

Cornia said the rising cost of food coupled with dwindling financial donations makes it hard for many pantries to survive.

"Pantries really are feeling pinched on all sides," said Cornia. "How do they maintain the level of service that the community needs and also keep their doors open?"

While Utahns Against Hunger does not directly distribute food, Cornia said its mission is to increase access to food through advocacy with policymakers, promoting food assistance and educating the public about the need to help their neighbors.

"These are organizations that every day are serving the needs of people who don't have enough money to buy food," said Cornia. "And we need a commitment from state legislators and from the governor to fund emergency food pantries at a level that they need."

For more information, go to UAH.org.

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UTAH - During the pandemic, food pantries were a lifeline for thousands of Utah families experiencing hard times. Rising inflation, however, is making it increasingly difficult for those agencies to meet people's needs.

Over the 12 months ending in June, the cost of food jumped more than 10%—second only to the cost of gasoline and utilities.

September is Hunger Action Month, and Gina Cornia—executive director of Utahns Against Hunger—said it comes at a time when the post-COVID economy is posing significant challenges for hunger-relief charities.

"Part of the complication is they're seeing larger families, and so they are distributing more food, but monetary donations are also down," said Cornia. "So, pantries are having to make some tough choices on how they serve those families."

Cornia said in Utah, more than 360,000 people report periods of food insecurity but only receive an average of $3.85 per day in food stamps.

She said UAH works to shape

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USDA Announces $400 Million in Funding Available to Create USDA Regional Food Business Centers

WASHINGTON, D.C. Agriculture Secretary Tom Vilsack announced the availability of approximately $400 million to provide essential local and regional food systems coordination, technical assistance, and capacity building services through USDA’s new Regional Food Business Centers.

“The USDA Regional Food Business Centers will be a new, critical asset as we continue our work to strengthen and enhance local and regional food systems across the nation,” said Agriculture Secretary Tom Vilsack. “Regional Food Business Centers will serve as USDA’s cornerstone in the development of the local and regional supply chains, building on lessons learned during the pandemic, providing technical assistance, and creating new market opportunities in areas where the need is greatest.”

USDA will fund at least six regional centers, to include a national tribal center and at least one center serving each of three targeted areas: Colonias (counties on the US/ Mexico border), persistent poverty or other communities of high need/limited resources areas of the Delta and the Southeast, and high need areas of Appalachia as well as centers in other regions of the country.

The Regional Food Business Centers will provide coordination, technical assistance, and capacity building to help farmers, ranchers, and other food businesses access new markets and navigate federal, state and local resources, thereby closing the gaps or barriers to success.

The Regional Food Business Centers will assist small and mid-sized producers and food and farm businesses with the goal of creating a more resilient, diverse, and competitive food system.

“USDA is committed to supporting smaller producers, processors, and distributors to diversify economic opportunities in underserved communities,” said USDA Under Secretary for Marketing and Regulatory Programs Jenny Lester Moffitt. “The USDA Regional Food Business Centers will decrease barriers and

improve supply chain linkages for producers, processors and distributors and strengthen regional food systems networks and partnerships in response to hardships and vulnerabilities exposed by recent national emergencies, particularly the COVID-19 pandemic.”

The Agricultural Marketing Service (AMS) published a Request for Applications (RFA) for this program. AMS is soliciting applications from organizations across the nation to develop the Regional Food Business Centers that will be geographically based, serving regional needs. Applicants must define the regions that their proposed Regional Food Business Center will serve, specifying high-needs priority areas within that region. USDA intends to serve each of the following priority areas by establishing at least one Regional Food Business Center in: • National Tribal Center • Colonias (counties on the US/ Mexico border) • Persistent poverty or other communities of high need/ limited resources areas of the Delta and the Southeast High need areas of Appalachia USDA also intends to make awards to Regional Food Business Centers that serve other areas of the country beyond those explicitly listed above.

The Regional Food Business Centers serving these high-need priority areas will identify farm to market linkages across its proposed geographic area to reach a variety of markets. Further guidance for applications is available in the RFA. All applications to lead a Regional Food Business Center must come from a partnership consisting of three or more eligible entities representing at least two of the eligible entity types. Eligible entities include producer networks or associations, food councils, tribal governments, state agencies or regional authorities, institutions of higher education, nonprofit corporations, economic development corporations, and partnerships between one or more eligible entities.

Application Submission Applications must be sub-

mitted electronically through www.grants.gov by 11:59 p.m.

Eastern Time on November 22, 2022. To receive funding, the applications will undergo an administrative review to ensure the proposed activities fulfill the purpose of Regional Food Business Centers. Applications received after this deadline will not be considered for funding.

AMS encourages applications for initiatives that benefit smaller farms and ranches, new and beginning farmers and ranchers, underserved producers, veteran producers, and underserved communities. For grants intending to serve these entities, applicants should engage and involve those beneficiaries when developing projects and applications. For more information about grant eligibility, visit the Regional Food Business Centers Program webpage, or contact us at RegionalFoodCenters@ usda.gov.

Technical Assistance AMS offers technical assistance for new applicants to help walk them through the process and provide tips on writing a successful application. Contact RegionalFoodCenters@usda.gov for additional assistance.

USDA touches the lives of all Americans each day in so many positive ways. In the Biden-Harris 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 about grant funding opportunities to enhance and strengthen agricultural systems, visit the USDA Agricultural Marketing Service’s Grants and Opportunities webpage.

—U.S. Department of Agriculture

Conference: The tourism industry plays an integral role in

Utah’s economy. Our goal is to offer amazing experiences to visitors while enhancing the quality of life for residents through recreational and other community investments. This conference is a unique opportunity for partners from all corners of the state to share best practices.—Vicki Varela, Utah Office of Tourism Managing Director Conference

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“We are thrilled to be meeting as industry professionals and tourism enthusiasts, surrounded by Vernal’s beautiful landscape,” said UTIA executive director Natalie Randall. “As our industry continues to mature and evolve, relevant education for all our partners is imperative. This year’s conference works to support partners with diverse content including marketing, compliance, community engagement, product development, and more. There is something for everyone.”

One of the most anticipated additions to the conference is the new mentorship program. In the program, interested mentees will be paired with an industry veteran to expand their network and increase their experience at the conference. The program is accepting applications from interested mentors and mentees.

Over the course of the conference, stakeholders in the state’s tourism industry will also hear from keynote speakers such as Utah Governor Spencer Cox, former Olympian Catherine Raney Norman, who chairs the Salt

Lake City Utah Committee for the Games, and Stephen Barth, regarded by many tourism leaders as the preeminent Hospitality Lawyer in the industry.

“The tourism industry plays an integral role in Utah’s economy. Our goal is to offer amazing experiences to visitors while enhancing the quality of life for residents through recreational and other community investments, ” said Utah Office of Tourism Managing Director Vicki Varela.

“This conference is a unique opportunity for partners from all corners of the state to share best practices.”

Attendees will also be invited to participate in Forever Mighty® service projects throughout Vernal, including restoration efforts and cleanups at the AH-1F Aircraft on Main Street, the historic Vernal Theatre Live, and Cobble Rock Park, on the conference’s opening night. Forever Mighty® is Utah’s stewardship initiative that encourages safe and prepared travel, treating ecosystems and cultural sites with respect and engaging local communities.

In addition, the industry will celebrate a few of its best and brightest at a breakfast induction ceremony for the Utah Tourism Hall of Fame on Friday, Sept. 30.

The event is expected to bring a sizable economic boost to Vernal and the Uintah Basin. Many participants plan on making overnight stays while also enjoying the numerous recreation and entertainment opportunities the area offers.

Highlighted events include: Tuesday, Sept. 27: • Forever Mighty® Service Project • Evening Social Event at Dinoland Bowl Wednesday, Sept. 28: • Check-in/Registration • Destination Discovery Activities • Opening Dinner Reception Thursday, Sept. 29: • General Conference Content and Breakout Sessions • TourismTALKS address by Vicki Varela, Utah Governor Spencer Cox, and others • Partner Brochure Exchange and Networking • Evening Social Event Friday, Sept. 30: • Tourism Hall of Fame Breakfast • Closing Luncheon For more details and upto-date information, please visit utahtourismconference. com.

—Utah Office of Tourism, Utah Tourism Industry Association

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Schools & Sports PHS Sports Sidelines

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SUU Makes History With First Doctorate Students

by Mack Oetting

Baseball season is coming to an end, with Quarters taking place on Oct. 4 and State at Dixie on Oct. 7 - 8 While we were away, the Cats continued to show their excellence. The boys baseball season is coming to an end with the Quarters on Oct. 4th and State at Dixie on Oct. 7-8. The Cats have made it through the season with only two losses—against Piute and Bryce Valley—and the Cats have beaten both teams since then. The Cats have two games this week; on the

14th, Bryce Valley is here, and there is an away game at Piute on the 16th.

The Lady Cats are continuing to roll, with an easy win over Water Canyon in three games. They have another game here against Diamond Ranch on the 14th.

This weekend, come on out and see the Cats' future at the sophomore tournament this Saturday. Kanab will be here next week on the 22nd. The

Lady Cats have two loses this year in tournament play and have won all of the rest of their games.

The cross country team top runners are doing really well, and they will have a meet at Bryce Valley on 15th.

The girls should be favorites at State, if no one gets injured. They have quite a few boys out this year, and as the season comes along, they could do well.

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Nine Tips to Help Youth Manage Screen Time

by Naomi Brower, Utah State University Extension professor, and Elizabeth Davis, USU Extension associate professor Not surprisingly, chil- is quality, age appropriate, and sure to monitor their activity dren are spending more time that parents know what their to help keep them safe. with screen media than ever child is doing.

7. Establish consequencbefore, and at younger ages.

2. Select high-quality es. Consider setting time or According to the American media. While not all media location limits if your child Academy of Child and Ado- has to be educational, help has difficulty putting a phone lescent Psychiatry, the aver- maximize screen time with away when you ask, watches age 8-to-12-year-old child media that helps children think inappropriate content, or enspends 4-to-6 hours a day critically, develops their cre- gages in inappropriate mediawatching or using screens. ativity through creating songs, related behavior.

Teens spend up to nine hours art, poetry, etc., or that helps 8. Model the manners daily, and research also sug- them connect with and under- and behavior you want to gests that they spend an aver- stand the world around them. see. Avoid texting in the car. age of one hour daily on so3. Spend time with your Model good digital citizencial media. child. Screen time doesn’t ship in your interactions with Excessive screen time have to be alone time. Watch- others online. Limit your own often leads to less outdoor ing and playing together can media use. or physical activity, less in- increase social interactions, 9. Create a family media teraction with family and learning, and bonding. plan. Agreed-upon expectafriends, sleep challenges, and 4. Create boundaries tions can help you establish increased mood problems and tech-free zones. Keep healthy technology boundaries (depression, anxiety, etc.). family mealtimes and gather- in your home. Create a family Youth may also be exposed ings screen-free to build social media plan that promotes open to developmentally inappro- bonds and engage in two-way family discussion and rules priate content, cyberbullying, conversation. And since elec- about media use. Include toppredators, and more. tronics can be a potential dis- ics such as balancing screen/ Despite this, not all traction after bedtime and can online time, content boundscreen time is bad. There are interfere with sleep, consider aries, and not disclosing permany benefits and opportu- keeping screens out of their sonal information. Having nities, including connecting rooms. You may want to des- these conversations encouryouth with friends and fam- ignate an inaccessible place to ages age-appropriate critical ily, promoting social support charge electronics at night or thinking and digital literacy. and inclusion, and providing download apps that disable the For information on creating a educational opportunities. device at bedtime. family media plan, visit www.

Parents play a critical 5. Teach children to be healthychildren.org/Medirole in helping children navi- good digital citizens. Share aUsePlan. gate the digital world. Con- your expectations of how to sider these tips: act responsibly online and 1. Set limits. The Ameri- what your children should do can Academy of Pediatrics if they see inappropriate conand the World Health Orga- tent.

Media and digital devices nization encourage families 6. Discuss the impor- are an integrated part of our to ensure plenty of time for tance of privacy and the dan- society today. They can be an physical activity and social gers of predators. Youth need excellent resource, but there interaction. There isn’t a to know that once content is should be boundaries. Digital magic number for the appro- electronically shared, they will devices can never replace the priate amount of screen time not be able to remove or delete benefits of face-to-face interper child, but it is important it completely. Teach youth actions and learning. that what they watch and play about privacy settings, and be

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For the first time in SUU’s 125 years, the University welcomed doctoral students to campus. The students in the Doctorate of Psychology program’s first cohort are primarily from Utah, and eight are graduates of SUU. CEDAR CITY - When Southern Utah University students returned to campus this year for the start of the fall semester, ten students began their path on a history-making event. For the first time in SUU’s 125 years, the University welcomed doctoral students to campus. The students in the Doctorate of Psychology program’s first cohort are primarily from Utah, and eight are graduates of SUU. “This is a significant moment in SUU history,” said SUU President Mindy Benson. “Not only do we begin our first doctorate-level program at the University, but the focus on clinical psychology will make a difference in the lives of people throughout rural Utah. SUU was founded to improve opportunities for the people of southern Utah and this new Doctorate of Psychology program fits well in our overall mission.”

SUU’s Doctorate of Psychology in Clinical Psychology (Psy.D.) program is the only Psy.D. program in the state of Utah. It differs from a Ph.D. degree by placing greater emphasis on training professionals for practical application rather than on research.

Both are based on scholarly theories and evidence-based practices.

“This is a culmination of decades of effort in trying to bring graduate training in psychology to SUU,” said Dr. Steve Barney, Psy.D. program director and professor of psychology. “We have worked tirelessly to develop a program to serve the needs of these students and the community. We are making history by welcoming this first cohort of students into the program.”

The Psy.D. is an intensive five-year, full-time in-residence program and will accept 10 additional students each

year. The first four years combine coursework and handson practical experience, with at least 10 hours per week of practicum training at community sites. The fifth year is spent in a full-time internship.

The program’s location in Cedar City, Utah, provides an ideal environment for training in specialized placement sites that serve Native American, Hispanic, Veteran, student, and other rural populations. In addition to classes facilitated by expert faculty and culturally relevant clinical training activities, students within the program are supervised by practicing psychologists with a range of clinical specializations.

To learn more about SUU’s Doctorate of Psychology in Clinical Psychology program, visit suu.edu/psyd.

—Southern Utah University

Money Tips for Students

Federal Government Offers Student Loan Forgiveness Programs

by Tim Ballard UTAH - The federal government may forgive all or part of federal student loans if borrowers meet certain requirements. The forgiveness options, according to KHEAA, include: • Public Service Loan Forgiveness. Employees of a U.S. federal, state, local or tribal government or notfor-profit organization may qualify for loan forgiveness after making 120 months of qualifying payments. For complete details, visit studentaid.gov.

• Temporary Expanded Public Service Loan Forgiveness. Through Oct. 31, borrowers may receive credit for past periods of repayment that would other-

wise not qualify for PSLF. For complete details, visit studentaid.gov.

• Teacher loan forgiveness.

To qualify, you must teach at least five full years in a low-income school in an eligible district. Depending on your field, you may have up to $17,500 in student loans forgiven. For complete details, visit studentaid.gov.

• Nursing loan forgiveness.

You must be at least a registered nurse and agree to work full time for a minimum of two years in a critical shortage facility. If you fulfill your agreement, 60 percent of your loan balance will be forgiven.

Another 25 percent will

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be forgiven if you work a third year. Nurses teaching at an accredited school of nursing may also qualify.

For complete details, visit bhw.hrsa.gov.

One thing to remember is that the Internal Revenue Service may count the amount forgiven as income.

You should talk with a tax professional to understand the impact it may have on your taxes.

KHEAA is a public, non-profit agency established in 1966 to improve students’ access to college. It provides information about financial aid and financial literacy at no cost to students and parents.

KHEAA also helps colleges manage their student loan default rates and verify information submitted on the FAFSA. For more information about those services, visit kheaa.com.

In addition, KHEAA disburses private Advantage Education Loans on behalf of its sister agency, KHESLC. For more information, visit advantageeducationloan.com.

September 15, 2022

Wills, Trusts, and More

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What Controls: The Will or “The Box?”

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by Jeffery J. McKenna To answer the above question, I must first tell you what I mean by “the box.”

When I say “the box,” I am referring to the beneficiary designation box found in many financial instruments.

For example, life insurance policies, annuity contracts, IRAs (individual retirement accounts), and other retirement plans allow the owner to designate (usually in a box or line on the form agreement) who is to be the beneficiary or recipient of the proceeds upon the owner’s death.

In addition to the above categories of beneficiary designations, many bank accounts, investment accounts, stock certificates and CDs (certificates of deposit), allow for a POD (Pay On Death) beneficiary. As with the insurance, annuity and retirement account beneficiary designations, the designation of the POD beneficiary is usually done by inserting one or more names in a box or line on an account agreement.

Now that I have explained the question, what is the correct answer? If someone has designated a former spouse as the beneficiary on a life insurance policy or retirement plan, can a new will designating a new spouse as the beneficiary of all the individual’s assets supercede the earlier designation? In other words, does the designation in the will supercede the designation in the box? The answer is "no." In almost all cases, the will does not supercede

the contractual designation.

Many people mistakenly believe that the will controls the distribution of all their assets and supercedes any earlier beneficiary designations.

It is understandable that many people have this mistaken belief. First, a will has many formalities associated with it.

A will generally has to have the signatures of at least two unrelated witnesses. An attorney normally prepares the will. It is usually notarized.

Often much time and thought accompanies the signing of the will, as well as other formalities. On the other hand, the beneficiary designation is usually very simple. Usually, it involves nothing more than printing or typing a name in a box.

There have been many spouses and children very surprised to learn that although a loved one’s will was reviewed and updated the older beneficiary designations control.

Another matter to be considered with regard to beneficiary designations is that they are limited. If the beneficiary designation is just a line or box, there is no opportunity to describe how the proceeds should be used or who should receive the proceeds if one of the named beneficiaries predeceases the owner. It should be noted that if the beneficiary designated in the financial instrument has predeceased the owner and there is no surviving contingent beneficiary or if the named beneficiary is designated as the “estate,” the

False Alarm

PANGUITCH OFFICE AT 46 NORTH MAIN STREET TO SERVE CLIENTS IN AND AROUND GARFIELD COUNTY. Jeffery J. McKenna is a local attorney whose practice has been focused on Estate Planning for over 20 years. He is licensed and serves clients in Utah, Arizona and Nevada. He is a shareholder at the law firm of Barney, McKenna and Olmstead. If you have questions you would like addressed in these articles, please feel free to contact him at 435 628-1711 or jmckenna@barney-mckenna.com or visit the firm’s website at WWW. BARNEY-MCKENNA.COM, he would enjoy hearing from you. terms of the will or state statute governing the distribution of assets when there is no will will govern the distribution of the proceeds.

In conclusion, proper estate planning involves a thorough review of all assets and beneficiary designations. It is very important that beneficiary designations be coordinated with an individual’s estate plan.

Our small terrier, Sammy, is trained to ring a bell when he wants someone to open the door and let him outside.

One day, Sammy rang his bell repeatedly but refused to go outside when the door was opened.

Responding to several of these false alarms, Adam, my teenage son, became frustrated. Looking at the dog, Adam said, "Haven't you heard about the little wolf who cried boy?"

Lawn Mower

Rachel, our four-year-old daughter, looked on as the officer took down the particulars following the theft of our riding mower the night before.

Three weeks later, as we were heading home, my husband was pulled over for speeding.

As the officer approached our car, Rachel, curious as to why we had to pull over to the side of the road said. "What?

Did he find our lawn mower?"

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Today's Thought

Education is wonderful; it helps you worry about things all over the world.

PUNishment

A Cajun restaurant made all their sauce on one day for the week. The cook roux'ed the day.

Shed

While in the checkout line at Home Depot I overheard one man say to another, "My wife has been after me to paint our shed. But I let it go for so long she got mad and did it herself."

His friend nodded. "I like women who get mad like that."

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

Politician

A prominent politician was pleased and proud that the local sandwich shop in a town he was visiting had named a sandwich after him.

He was somewhat less pleased after he found out what was in it. "Mostly baloney," said the proprietor.

This week's answers on page 10

THEME: Outdoor Fun ACROSS 1. Relating to Vatican's Francis 6. Denouement 9. HVAC tunnel 13. Lesser Antilles destination 14. Big Island necklace 15. Truth without proof 16. Luciano Pavarotti, e.g.

17. Distressing acronym 18. Acrylic fiber 19. *Outing in a wagon 21. *Overnighting outdoors 23. "____ Te Ching" 24. RC or Jolt 25. Tax pro 28. Lowest brass instrument 30. *Alfresco meal 35. Kaa's warning 37. This and that 39. Extended family member 40. "The Sun is ____ a Star" 41. Namely (2 words) 43. "The Parent Trap" child 44. Renter's paper 46. H. H. Munro's pseudonym 47. Snaky swimmers 48. Geisha's garb 50. Kids' construction block 52. Caustic chemical 53. Display displeasure 55. Blunder 57. *S'more cooker 61. *U-Pick destination 65. Yahoo! message 66. Hyperactivity acronym 68. Relating to hilum 69. To the point 70. Make a pigeon sound 71. Silly 72. Ancient eternal life symbol 73. H in British HMS 74. Socially inept

DOWN 1. *Promenading route 2. Atlas stat 3. Small and weak 4. Cut short 5. Cowboy's catcher 6. Additional 7. Opposite of paleo 8. "Xanadu" music genre 9. Village, mostly in South Africa 10. Tangerine plus grapefruit 11. Colloquial "Follow me!"

12. NASA's orange drink 15. Master's area 20. Meryl Streep/Philip Seymour Hoffman 2008 movie 22. *Climbing peak 24. Fashion week stage 25. *Sidewalk artist's medium 26. Mushroom caps 27. Indian black tea 29. Unwelcome reception, pl.

31. Give a quote 32. Handrail post 33. In an unfriendly manner 34. Incense without prefix 36. Comme ci, comme ça 38. *Nature walk 42. Detroit mascot 45. Store as fodder 49. Not their 51. Lady Slipper, e.g.

54. "Lifestyles of the Rich and Famous" host 56. Horny odd-toed ungulate, for short 57. Between Phi and Kappa 58. Bad luck predictor 59. Police informer 60. *Angling reward 61. O in b.o.

62. Having wings 63. Military status 64. Squirrel's nest 67. Rudolph's Clarice, e.g.

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FYI PanguItch

by Mack Oetting ~ mackoetting @gmail.com I am back!

Our trip couldn’t have been better. Even though we had seen too many of the sights before, there was something new every day. We flew nonstop from SLC to London.

We left at 9:00 at night, and with seven time changes, we landed in London at 1:00 pm the next afternoon. It was a real smooth flight. From London, we rode the bullet train, and at over 100 mph, we were in The Netherlands in a couple of hours. We toured the canals there and went on into Germany, a beautiful country. Germany gets 33% of the power from reusable energy, and they have debuted the world’s first exclusively hydrogen powered trains. They have a fleet of five trains that began service last week. They are emission free and low-noise and have a range of more than 600 miles and will save more than 422,000 gallons of diesel fuel a year.

Europe is suffering from drought as we are. In London, the Thames River is 6’ below their 15’ high retaining wall.

When we were in Germany, we went for lunch at an olive farm. The farm has been in the family for five generations, and the home has thirty-nine rooms in it. The owner said that they have 120 acres in olive trees. These trees live up to a 1000 years and survive drought years by not producing any fruit. Not one olive was to be found in the orchard.

We drove on to Belgium, which has some of the most beautiful scenery; it was like driving on a golf course for a hundred miles. They have a saying in their country, “When God made the earth, he had land for everyone, but he forgot the Belgians, so he gave them his Kingdom.”

We went on to Austria, where we went on a river cruise. It was so low that only tour boats could use it because the barges drew too much water. Then it was on to Venice, Rome, Florence (my new favorite place), and then Switzerland.

We spent a couple of days at Lake Lucerne and up on Mt. Pilatus, where we took a clog car up 7,000’ to the top of the world. At 9,000’ and through the clouds, there was a great view of the Swiss Alps. Oh, my; what a view.

We took a side trip to a ski resort for a horse drawn tour around town, and we had a chat with the owner of a big farm. She said that because of the drought, she had twenty tons of plums that were too small to market and was trying to find out something she could do with her crop. There is a lot of money in Europe. At this ski resort, there are many big Swiss homes that are only used for vacations. They were building a ten story condominium, and each floor was going for eight million Swiss francs.

Finally, it was off to Paris, where we visited the Schcolsion Castle and its 2,400 acres of garden and 150 rooms; what a magnificent palace.

Each new monarch would add something to the palace. We went to a number of restaurants that had entertainment, and they were fun.

Then we headed home.

I told you of our fifteen hour flight over there; well, we left Amsterdam at 5:00 pm and arrived in SLC at 7:30pm. It was really 3:30 in the morning, and we got a motel at the airport and went to sleep.

The people the world over are always nice to you.

We flew from Paris to Amsterdam, and when we got ready

to board the plane, the announcements were in French. I asked the giant of a man sitting next to us if he spoke English.

He said he did, and he grabbed our luggage and walked us to the front of the line, and we got right on the plane; the man was from Africa. In Amsterdam, the announcements were in Dutch, and when we got in line, the people there moved us up about 50 people. Since we were in the airport three hours early, our luggage was the first on and the last off.

While I waited for our luggage at the SLC airport, I turned around, and there were at least 300 people in line to enter our country. I thought "oh, no, another two hour wait."

I wheeled our luggage over to where Pat was sitting, and another big man got us, and we were told to follow him; we were through the check-in in about two minutes. I guess it really pays to look old. We had a wonderful trip, but it is always great to be home.

Usually something happens that keeps others from going where we have been.

This time it was only a couple of days before Queen Elizabeth passed away at age 96.

She had been the ruler in England for 70 years and one of only six women to hold the monarchy. She was a beautiful person and a friend to all, and no one will ever be able to replace her.

Some of the places we have gone to have been the World Trade Centers in June, Russia, China, Yellowstone, the Cathedral of Notre Dame, Egypt, Greece, and, well, you get the idea.

I missed the car show by two days, but my daughter, Kelly, took two of our cars over there, and my 50 Ford pickup took second place. Kelly said

that there were a lot of cars that were there. It was held on Labor Day weekend, and for the first time, we had an event on that weekend.

I hear that after more than 30 years, Joe Nay has bought the market and won’t be building another market any time soon.

It is Sunday, and it is September 11, and along with December 7th, it is one of those days that should always be honored for all of those brave souls that lost their lives. Although 350 firefighters lost their lives trying to save others, many more have died from the fumes they inhaled attempting to find bodies of those that were trapped in the Twin Towers of the World Trade Center.

Football season is upon us with college and the NFL, and we have two colleges that are ranked in the top 25, BYU and Utah. Utah skimped by with a game with Cedar City, 71 to 7, and BYU beat Baylor in overtime after their kicker missed two short field goals. The second one was at five minutes after midnight. I thought it was because they aren’t supposed to play on Sunday, however, they did win the game in the second overtime period by six points. The baseball season is coming to a halt in another month. The US tennis tournament came to an end with the new group of young men players that are going to be the future of the game. I watched some of the best tennis I have ever seen. A 19 year old from Spain won the event; the name Alcatraz is going to be the future of the sport.

I do love Panguitch!

Mack O.

DWR and Partners Inspect Over 14,500 Boats for Quagga Mussels During Labor Day Weekend

Courtesy Utah Division of Wildlife Resources

DWR technician inspecting the engine of a boat. Law enforcement officers and technicians for the Utah Division of Wildlife Resources and other agencies wound down the summer boating season with a busy Labor Day holiday weekend, working to prevent invasive quagga mussels from spreading to Utah's lakes and reservoirs.

SALT LAKE CITY Law enforcement officers and technicians for the Utah Division of Wildlife Resources and other agencies wound down the summer boating season with a busy Labor Day holiday weekend, working to prevent invasive quagga mussels from spreading to Utah's lakes and

reservoirs.

Statewide, Aquatic Invasive Species technicians with the DWR, Utah State Parks, Arizona Game and Fish Department and the National Park Service inspected 14,712 boats and performed 174 decontaminations from Friday to Monday. During last year's Labor Day weekend, 12,369 inspections were performed statewide, and 222 boats were decontaminated.

Of those total numbers from this year, 2,798 of the boat inspections and 44 of the decontaminations took place at stations in the Lake Powell area. Lake Powell is the only Utah waterbody currently infested with quagga mussels.

"We want to remind boat-

ers that all watercraft leaving Lake Powell require an exit inspection during the inspection station's hours of operation," DWR Aquatic Invasive Species Lt. Bruce Johnson said.

"Along with boats, 'watercraft' includes kayaks, canoes, paddleboards and inflatable rafts.

And it's important to remember that inspections are not the same as decontaminations.

After a watercraft is inspected, it must still be decontaminated before you can launch that watercraft at a different waterbody. If a decontamination can't be performed, the watercraft must wait the required dry time before launching again."

Utah's required dry times after boating at Lake Powell are seven days in summer, 18 days in fall and spring, or 30 days in winter. However, wakeboard boats are defined as complex boats, which always require a 30-day dry time—regardless of the time of year— unless they are properly decontaminated.

Statewide, DWR conservation officers issued 44 citations for violations of Utah laws established to prevent the spread of invasive mussels.

The majority of the violations were due to people with a watercraft failing to stop at mandatory inspection stations and failing to remove a drain plug while transporting the boat.

"Boaters who do not present their watercraft for inspection are subject to a citation and fines of up to $680," Johnson said. "Drain plug removal during transport has been a law since 2020. That law was created to prevent the exchange of water from one lake to another and to prevent the spread of any invasive species. Anyone who fails to remove their drain plug during transport could be cited with a class C misde-

meanor."

There are over 40 inspection stations located at various waterbodies and along highways throughout Utah.

Visit the Utah Department of Natural Resources website for a list of all the decontamination stations around the state.

"We have had a shortage of staff this year, and our employees work as quickly as they can, but we ask for everyone's patience and compliance in getting the required inspections," Johnson said.

"We are doing more with far less staff at Lake Powell this year. If you need a decontamination, you need to call and schedule one in advance, as our limited staff may not be able to accommodate those without appointments. As mentioned, you can also wait the required dry time before you launch at another waterbody. Please always clean, drain and dry."

Why quagga mussels are bad They plug water lines, even lines that are large in diameter.

If they get into water delivery systems in Utah, it will cost millions of dollars annually to remove them and keep the pipes free, which can result in higher utility bills.

They remove plankton from the water, which hurts fish species in Utah.

Mussels get into your boat's engine cooling system.

Once they do, they'll foul the system and damage the engine.

When mussels die in large numbers, they stink and the sharp shells of dead mussels also cut your feet as you walk along the beaches.

—Utah Division of Wildlife Resources

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September 19 - September 25

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.

Graphic Created by Mosley with SkySafariAstronomy.com

The moon when new on Sept 25th (top) and when it has returned to the same position relative to the stars 28 days later (bottom)—but the sun has moved on. The star Spica is named for clarity. The sun follows the ecliptic (by definition) while Mercury and Venus follow the sun and remain near it.

First, a quick run-down of the three planets visible tonight.

Saturn is already up when the sun sets, and at the end of twilight, you’ll find it low in the southeast, where it’s noticeably brighter than any nearby star. Saturn is highest around 11 p.m., and that’s the best time to observe it with a telescope, when it’s above the densest, warmest, and most turbulent layers of our atmosphere. Saturn is in eastern Capricornus. Be sure to finagle a look at Saturn through a friend’s telescope in the next month or two.

Jupiter rises in the east during evening twilight and is up before the sky is fully dark.

Jupiter is by far the brightest object in the evening sky. It’s in Pisces, in an area of the sky that is totally absent of any bright stars.

Mars rises before midnight. It’s brighter than any star until Sirius rises, and its orange color gives it away.

Autumn begins at 7:04 p.m. MDT on the 22nd. That’s the date when the sun rises due east and sets due west— one of two days of year it does this (the equinoxes). The day and night are equal in length, and sunrise and sunset would be 6 a.m. and 6 p.m. if you were in the center of your time zone and if it were not for Daylight Saving Time.

For the next six months—in the northern hemisphere—the nights will be longer than the days.

The moon aligns with the sun and is new at 3:54:34 p.m. MDT on September 25th, and that begins a new lunar month. But how long is a month? The lengths of our calendar months was established by Julius Caesar in 46 BC and modified (and messed up) by his nephew Augustus a few years later, and their lengths are by decree: 30, 31, or 28, but sometimes 29, days. There are two lengths to an astronomical lunar month, depending on what you measure, and these are indeed measured, not set by decree.

They are the time it takes the moon to orbit the earth and

get back in front of the same stars (a sidereal month) and the slightly longer time it takes the moon to orbit the earth and get back to alignment with the sun (a synodic month; I mention their names so you can Google them). You have to specify circle the earth with respect to what? The graphic will explain: Note the stars the moon is in front of when it is new on Sept. 25th. On Oct. 23rd it has moved once around the earth relative to the stars, but during that month. the sun has moved eastward 1/2th of the way around the sky, or about 30°. It takes the moon

an additional 2 days and 3½ hours to catch up to the sun and become the “new moon” again. The sidereal month is 27.32 days, and the synodic month is 29.53 days.

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.

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How to Get the New COVID-19 Booster Harvest Fest: We come together for the day and trade in Utah—and Whether or Not You Should harvest stories, learn new skills from one another, have fun with friends, and meet new ones, too. We also enjoy great local food, and Get It Now The modified “bivalent” shot, which targets common omicron strains, was endorsed by the CDC

by Kolbie Peterson, Salt Lake Tribune Where can I get the new velop symptoms). booster?

That’s because studies To view a list of free suggest that increased time community vaccination clin- between infection and vacics throughout Utah, go to cination may result in an imcoronavirus.utah.gov/vac- proved immune response. cine-distribution. People can Generally, those who develop also receive their booster at COVID-19 carry a low risk some pharmacies and doctor’s of reinfection in the weeks offices. to months after falling ill, acIn Salt Lake County, cording to the CDC. you can schedule a booster As Rupp advised, cirappointment by visiting Salt- cumstances also matter, inLakeHealth.org or by calling cluding individual risk factors 385-468-SHOT. and COVID-19 community Should I wait to get my levels, which are calculated booster? by the CDC. The FDA set the miniIn Utah as of Thursday, mum wait time at two months September 1, 2022, nearly since receiving your last every county had a “low” booster dose. Early research COVID-19 community level also indicates that getting the except for Wayne and Cache new bivalent booster within counties, which had a “metwo to three months after your dium” level. San Juan County last booster provides only a marked the only county in small amount of protection, Utah with a “high” COVRupp said, and that you stand ID-19 community level. The to get more protection after CDC has said that people in three months. high community COVID-19 But it depends on your level areas should wear a circumstances. If you’re plan- mask in public indoor spaces. ning on traveling internation- No counties in Utah require ally or attending a crowded in- masking. door event, for example, Rupp If you are unsure about said it would be worth it to get waiting, CDC director Dr. it sooner and have that extra Rochelle Walensky said in a level of protection. statement that “there is no bad Otherwise, it’s worth time to get your COVID-19 waiting until at least three booster.” If you are eligible, months have passed since she said, “I strongly encouryour last booster, so you get age you to receive it.” “more bang for your buck,” This article was origiRupp said. nally published in the Salt If you had COVID-19 re- Lake Tribune on September 7, cently, the CDC also advises 2022. that you should consider deThis article is published ferring your initial vaccina- through the Utah News Coltion or booster dose for about laborative, a partnership of three months from the date of news organizations in Utah symptom onset (or positive that aim to inform readers test result, if you did not de- across the state.

SALT LAKE CITY New coronavirus booster shots designed to target the highly contagious omicron variant are now “widely available” to Utahns, according to Salt Lake County Health Department spokesperson Nicholas Rupp.

Doses of the new booster began arriving in Utah shortly after the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention endorsed it. The state expected to receive about 111,000 doses by the end of the week of September 5, 2022, according to Charla Haley, spokesperson for the Utah Department of Health and Human Services.

The new “bivalent” shot targets the most common omicron strains, BA.4 and BA.5, which currently account for nearly all infections in the U.S. The shots are considered bivalent, or a combination, because they contain half the original vaccine and half the new omicron protection, The Associated Press reported.

Who is eligible for the new booster?

Anyone 12 or older who hasn’t been boosted in the last two months—but who did complete their initial coronavirus vaccination series—is eligible for the new booster, Rupp said.

Moderna boosters are only available for those age 18 and older, while the Pfizer version is available for those 12 and older, Rupp said.

Children under the age of 12 are not eligible to receive the new bivalent booster, he said.

give gratitude to the land and bounty it provides.

—Brynn Brodie of the Boulder Skills Foundation and Harvest Fest host

Courtesy Jennifer Geerlings

Attendees enjoy a classic Harvest Fest activity—candle dipping with Billy Raaen—at the annual Boulder Harvest Festival.

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week leading up to it.

So, let’s start at the beginning: for those who haven’t attended a Harvest Fest before, Brynn Brodie of the Boulder Skills Foundation and our Harvest Fest host describes it as, “a celebration of who we are as a community. We come together for the day and trade harvest stories, learn new skills from one another, have fun with friends, and meet new ones, too. We also enjoy great local food, and give gratitude to the land and bounty it provides. We take pride in our community's collective strength and resiliency, which is a lovely reward after a season of hard work.”

“After COVID, it’s taken

a long time for things to come back, and we’re still not there yet. This is a community-wide event that can help bridge the gap between before and after COVID,” says Dan Pence, another member of the Boulder Skills Foundation.

We will come together to learn, practice, and share traditional skills— skills which still serve us exceptionally well. Need some reminders on how to can all your surplus garden produce? Consider participating in the Canning Intro and Refresher class. Wanting to get in touch with the animal husbandry roots of this place (as well as the ways that all of our ancestors have interacted with the other animals around us)? Consider taking the 3-day Animal Processing Workshop, or drop into the yarn spinning

class. We have a whole bunch more examples to share with you, but for that, you’ll have to wait for next week!

Stay tuned: Coming up, we’ll delve into different classes we’ll be offering this year, and why these skills matter in our day-to-day lives. And remember to save the date of Saturday, October 22 at Red House Farm in Boulder, with additional classes being held on Thursday, October 20, and Friday, October 21. More information about the Boulder Skills Foundation and Harvest Fest, including information about classes with pre-registration, will be available at http:// boulderskillsfoundation.org/ or https://www.facebook. com/BoulderSkillsFoundation/.

Wayne Commission: Sevier Valley Hospital services

and partnership with Classic Air Medical helicopter services, Dennis Lierd's request for a six RV site at Luna Mesa in Cainville, and the resignation of Shane Bradbury who has been providing lawn care maintenance for Wayne County discussed.

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Utah Division of Water Rersources Drought Update Sept. 8, 2022 SALT LAKE CITY - A record-breaking heatwave has left our soils parched and is another reminder to use our water supply more efficiently.

Salt Lake City continues to be a hotspot. Currently, Salt Lake City has seen 34 days of 100 degree plus temperatures, breaking the previous record of 21.

“Scorching temperatures statewide have taken a toll on our soil moisture this past week,” Candice Hasenyager, director of the Division of Water Resources said. “If this trend continues, it means less water will make its way to our streams and reservoirs during next year’s spring runoff.”

In an effort to stretch the water supply and use this precious resource wisely, many municipalities across the state are adopting water efficiency standards and conservation ordinances.

“These communities are leading by example and showing that Utah is serious about water conservation,” said Hasenyager. “These policies will shape water use for decades to come.”

At-a-glance highlights: • 17 communities within the

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Weber Basin Water Conservancy District’s service area have adopted water conserving ordinances to their city codes Seven communities within Jordan Valley water Conservancy District’s service area have adopted water conserving ordinances.

Washington County Water Conservancy District recently passed the most water restrictive ordinances for new development in Utah. The new ordinances are projected to save nearly 11 billion gallons over the next 10 years.

Drought conditions have resulted in low spring flows for water systems in North Logan, Alpine City, and Echo. Communities are looking into drilling new wells and activating emergency well sources. Weber Basin will haul water to the town of Echo for the remainder of the summer season.

The main ramp and island ramp at Deer Creek State Park are now closed. In total there are fifteen boat ramp closures for Utah’s state parks. Last year at this time, eleven boat ramps were closed.

• A total of 875 fires have burned in the state this year with 411 of them humancaused. This is down 20% from the previous year.

• Finished projects from the initial round of funding for the Agricultural Water Optimization program have a reported savings of 21,459 acre feet of water—that’s about 7 billion gallons of water. (25% of projects have not been completed yet, so savings have not yet been recorded.)

• Thirty-five of the 47 reservoirs the division monitors are below 55%, which is about the same as last year, but still about 12% lower than normal for this time of year.

• Great Salt Lake continues to decline. Currently, the average daily surface elevation is 4,189.1. It dropped past the previous record low (4,190.2) on July 3 and will likely continue to decline until mid-October.

• Residents looking for tips on how to help reduce water consumption can be found at SlowtheFlow.Org. —Utah Division of Water Resources

hospital include: Behavioral Health, chemotherapy/oncology, dialysis, infusion therapy, emergency care, imaging services, labor and delivery, laboratory, nutrition management, respiratory therapy and a surgical center with surgeons on site. They also offer Telehealth Services, which include: concussion - ER, crisis care - ER, critical care, infectious diseases, wound care, lactation, mewborn health, pediatric - ER, stroke - ER and oncology. They are looking forward and are going to be offering bariatric services in the future. Starting on Sep-

tember 1, 2022, Sevier Valley hospital has teamed up with Classic Air Medical helicopter services. They will have a medical flight crew on site and a “chopper full time on pad,” which will cut airtime in half.

The helicopter has the capability to fly at high altitudes and is available to help in search and rescue missions.

Colleen Allen presented the next order of business, which was Dennis Lierd who would like to develop six RV sites at Luna Mesa in Cainville. Colleen stated, “Everything is in place. Mr. Lierd has obtained liability insurance, installed a new septic system and has installed a dump station.” This was accepted and

approved.

The added order of business was the resignation of Shane Bradbury, who has been providing lawn care maintenance for Wayne County. This was accepted and approved.

Other items of business: Vouchers were accepted and approved, with the addition to pay for the fuel to pick up the new fire truck and the exclusion of a bill for a 2022 police vehicle, which should be under warranty. This was accepted and approved.

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

Meet the Candidates: You will have two more

opportunities to meet candidates for Wayne County Commissioner Mike Petree and Mike Zirwas before the 2022 General Election in November. One event will take place in Hanksville on September 22, 2022, and the other will take place in Torrey on October 13, 2022.

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the county. I’d like to see the county THRIVE by creating opportunities for the families that live here.” Mike also stated that, “A public servant’s job is to listen and to represent the interests of the community and the people who live here.” He is committed to follow through and make Wayne County the best place on earth.

Mike Zirwas, sounds like virus but with a Z, lives on the outskirts of Teasdale with his wife. Mike has resided in Wayne County for over 16 years and is a recent retiree

from the Federal Government, working for the Parks Department. "I am seeking your write in vote for County Commissioner," says Zirwas. "I believe that the current way of life in Wayne County is slowly disappearing, and if we don’t act quickly, it will be completely gone, not only here in the county but in America.

This rural way of life is what keeps me here." If elected, Mike plans on filling the parttime commissioner position on a more full-time basis. He would like to focus on the issues and concerns of the citizens of Wayne County. "Every voice deserves to be heard,"

says Zirwas. As Wayne County continues to grow at an exponential rate, Mike believes that the commission should be more diligent in planning for the future needs of the county. Mike knows he doesn’t have all the answers, but he does have time and experience that he believes will benefit the citizens of Wayne County.

You can attend one of two upcoming events: • Thursday, September 22, 2022, at the Hanksville Town Hall • Thursday, October 13, 2022, at the Torrey DUP building

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 Oct. 12, 2022 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) 61-930 (a49394): Table Family Trust propose(s) using 0.0012 cfs OR 0.25 ac-ft. from groundwater (12 miles west of Hatch) for DOMESTIC. 61-3087 (a49401): State of Utah School and Institutional Trust Lands Administration propose(s) using 0.003 cfs OR 1.378 ac-ft. from groundwater (4.5 miles south of Hatch) for STOCKWATERING. 61-3380 (a49424): Floyd Winder propose(s) using 0.009 cfs OR 0.5 ac-ft. from groundwater (2 miles North of Hatch) for DOMESTIC; IRRIGATION. EXTENSION(S) 61-2814 (a34486): Melvin E. and Marcella Williams Living Trust, State of Utah Board of Water Resources, West Panguitch Irrigation and Reservoir Company is/are filing an extension for 0.25 ac-ft. from groundwater (7 miles NE of Panguitch) for DOMESTIC. 61-2818 (a34456): Brett A. and Sherry George is/are filing an extension for 0.0026 cfs OR 0.5 ac-ft. from groundwater (6 miles south of Panguitch) for DOMESTIC; IRRIGATION. WAYNE COUNTY NEW APPLICATION(S) 95-5481 (A83507): Kent Gardner propose(s) using 1.256 ac-ft. from groundwater (7 miles south of Grover) for DOMESTIC; IRRIGATION; STOCKWATERING. 95-5482 (A83508): Michael A. and Myra C. Popejoy propose(s) using 1.256 ac-ft. from groundwater (7 miles south of Grover) for DOMESTIC; IRRIGATION; STOCKWATERING. 95-5483 (A83512): State of Utah School and Institutional Trust Lands Administration propose(s) using 1.479996 ac-ft. from groundwater (13 miles SW of Hanksville) for STOCKWATERING. Teresa Wilhelmsen, P.E., State Engineer Published in The Wayne and Garfield County Insider on SEPTEMBER 15 & 22, 2022 FOR SALE BY BID WAYNE SCHOOL DISTRICT Wayne School District is accepting Sealed Bids for the following items: 1 – Tire Machine, Coats 5030A 1 – Tire Balancer, Coats 700 The Tire Machine & Balancer will be sold as a pair.

The minimum bid will be $1000 for the pair.

1 – Wood Framed Shed, 8 Foot by 6 Foot The minimum bid will be $1200.

Sealed Bids should be submitted to: Wayne High School PO Box 217 265 N 400 W Bicknell, Utah 84715 These items can be seen at the High School Wood Shop from 8:00 - 11:30, Monday thru Thursday. If you have questions, please call Dave Chappell at 435-425-3411.

Please indicate on the outside of the envelope what you are bidding on. Also include inside the envelope your name, phone number, and bid amount. Bids must be received by October 4, 2022 at 4:00 pm, and will be opened at the High School on October 5, at 4:00 pm.

Wayne School District is an equal opportunity employer and provider, and reserves the right to accept or reject any and all bids.

Published in The Wayne and Garfield County Insider on SEPTEMBER 15 & 22, 2022

SENIOR CENTER MENUS

PANGUITCH SENIOR CENTER HOT LUNCH PROGRAM

87 N 50 W • 676-2281/676-1140 Suggested donation $3.00 60 & older, $7.00 under 60 Call before 10 AM of the day of attendance to reserve a spot.

Meals include milk & bread.

Tues. Sept. 20th

Wed. Sept. 21st

Thurs. Sept. 22nd

Asian Chicken Salad, Red Cabbage, Carrots, Green Onions, Mandarin Oranges and Crunchy Noodles, Fruit, Dessert

Chicken Fried Steak, Mashed Potatoes & Gravy, Salad, Mandarin Oranges, Cake

Pulled Pork Sandwich, Baked Beans, Coleslaw, Apple Slices, Cookies

NOTE: PLEASE BE COURTEOUS AND CALL AHEAD. The kitchen staff work diligently to prepare a good dinner, and a head count helps them prepare enough for everyone.

BRYCE VALLEY AREA Senior Lunches at the HENRIEVILLE Senior Center TUES Sept. 20th WED Sept. 21st THURS Sept. 22nd

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Fried Chicken, Potatoes & Gravy, Green Beans, Salad Bar / Peaches, No Bake Cookie Meatloaf, Baked Potato, Vegetable Medley, Salad Bar / Pears, Cherry White Cake Sloppy Joes / Bun, Country Potatoes, Corn / Salad Bar, Fruit Cocktail, Banana Cream Pie

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

Escalante Senior Citizens Menu Tues.

Sept. 20th

Cheeseburgers w/ Lettuce & Tomato, Corn Salad / Steak Fries, Jell-O Fruit Salad, 1-2-3 Dessert

Wed. Sept. 21st

Cowboy Cookut, Fried Zucchini / Squash, French Bread, Pears, Pie

Thurs.

Sept. 22nd

Ham, Stuffed Potato, Salad Bar / Peas & Carrots, Peaches, Caramel Pudding Cake

All meals are served with milk or juice. If you would like a meal, please call us by 10:00 am. 826-4317. Suggested donation for seniors over 60 $3.00, and under 60 is $7.00

Writing from the Land: By design, ‘Writing from the Land’ provides opportunities for aspiring and experienced writers to explore how craft and creativity are inspired by the natural environment —Frank McEntire, Entrada Institute board member Writing from the Land

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ing, editing, and how to fully develop your ideas, whether your focus is poetry, fiction, or memoir.”

Faculty at this year’s workshop includes novelist, literary critic, and essayist Walter Kirn. The author of eight books, Kirn’s works include Up in the Air, which was made into a film of the same name starring George Clooney, as well as She Needed Me, Thumbsucker, and My Hard Bargain. His most recent work is Blood Will Out, a memoir of his friendship with the con artist and murderer Clark Rockefeller.

Joining Kirn will be twotime Grammy Award-winning storyteller and musician Bill Harley, who says his weapon of choice is humor and that humor is a weapon for good.

Described as “one of the finest performing storytellers in the nation,” Harley’s work has influenced a generation of children, parents, performing artists, and educators.

Other faculty members include Kirsten Johanna Allen, the publisher and editorial director of Torrey House Press, whose responsibilities at the press include editing, production, marketing, and fundraising; attorney Michael Anderson, a shareholder at Parr Brown Gee & Loveless,

who will be discussing copyright and other legal aspects of publishing; and playwright David Kranes, the author of two volumes of short stories and seven novels.

Additional faculty include Betsy Burton, author and former co-owner of the King’s English Bookshop; Dawn House, a journalist and former editor at The Salt Lake Tribune, and poet Nan Seymour, the founder of River Writing, a community-held writing practice created to address the tyrannies of perfectionism and isolation.

“This will be a tremendous conference,” says Marci Milligan, president of the Entrada Institute. “The faculty

reflect a wide range of perspectives and genres, but they all share an appreciation for story and an understanding of the role the natural world plays in creating art. If you have a desire to further explore the written world, this will provide you with additional insight and inspiration to tell your own stories while surrounded by the beauty of Torrey, Utah.”

A limited number of partial scholarships are available for participants.

For more information, visit https://www.entradainstitute.org/ or email: writing@entradainstitute.org.

—Entrada Institute

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C l a s s i f i e d ads

September 15, 2022

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

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

HELP WANTED

Registered Nurse Bicknell, UT Location

We are seeking a motivated individual to join our team as a Registered Nurse. Full-time position. Applicant must have at least one year Registered Nurse experience. Currently the position would work one Saturday a month.

Primary responsibilities would include: • Patient intake • Patient health documentation • Lab draws and Lab testing • General patient care • Emergency care • Take telephone messages and provide feedback and answers to patient/physician/pharmacy calls.

• Triage and process messages from patients and front office staff to physicians.

• Maintain all logs and required checks • Room preparation and stocking • Nurse outpatient visits • Case Management Minimum requirements: • Health care background at least one year as RN. • High school diploma • Current RN license • Basic medical terminology • Current Basic Life Support (BLS) • Pass a background check Preferred Qualifications: • Bachelor’s degree in nursing • ACLS & PALS • Emergency Experience Wage: based on experience If interested, please send your resume to Josie Moosman at josiem@waynechc.org.

Dental Assistant/ Scrub Tech Panguitch Dental

Panguitch Dental is looking for a motivated Dental Assistant/scrub tech to join their team.

This position will be part-time/ full time, working three to four days per week. Must be 18 or older.

The position responsibilities include: • Patient Interaction.

• Taking X-Rays.

• Chair-side assisting.

• Scheduling, Charting, Documenting dental visits on computer.

• Sterilization of dental Instruments.

• Set-up and cleaning operatory and office.

Experienced applicants would have the following isn't needed but preferred: • Dental Assisting Experience • Pedo, Endo, Oral Surgery and General Dentistry Experience.

• Knowledge of Computer Charting and Digital x-rays • X-Ray Certified.

• CPR Certified.

We are willing to train those with no assisting experience.

Wage is negotiable if you have dental experience.

Email your resume to: tlamb@waynechc.org Or you can drop it off in person at Panguitch Dental.

75 N 200 E, Panguitch, UT 84759

Dental Assistant/ Scrub Tech Wayne Community Health Center

Wayne Community Health Center is looking for a motivated Dental Assistant/scrub tech to join their team.

This position will be full time with benefits, four days per week. Must be 18 or older.

The position responsibilities include: • Patient Interaction.

• Taking X-Rays.

• Chair-side assisting.

• Scheduling, Charting, Documenting dental visits on computer.

• Sterilization of dental Instruments.

• Set-up and cleaning operatory and office.

Experienced applicants would have the following isn't needed but preferred: • Dental Assisting Experience • Pedo, Endo, Oral Surgery and General Dentistry Experience.

• Knowledge of Computer Charting and Digital x-rays • X-Ray Certified.

• CPR Certified.

We are willing to train those with no assisting experience.

Wage is negotiable if you have dental experience.

Email your resume to: tlamb@waynechc.org Or you can drop it off in person at WCHC 128 S. 300 W. Bicknell, Utah 84715

CROSSWORD SOLUTION

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 Part-Time Panguitch Middle School Secretary Food Service Worker in Escalante Food Service Worker in Panguitch Para-Professional for Music and/or PE at Bryce Valley Elementary Substitute/Activity Bus Drivers in Escalante Para-Professionals at All Schools Substitutes for Teachers, Custodians, and Food Service Workers SALARY: Please see 2022-2023 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 Lisa Breinholt (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.

KITTENS Kittens

FREE. Born July 4th.

Now asserting their independence in Grover.

Call 917-763-1908 or email wmein@hotmail.com.

SERVICES When in Need, There are Resources in Wayne & Garfield Counties

For Victims of Domestic Violence, Rape, and Sexual Assault

Canyon Creek Services

Emergency Safehouse 435-865-7443 Mobile Team 435-233-5732 New Horizons Crisis Center 145 East 100 North, Richfield Office Hours 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM Shelter is open 24 hrs, 7 days a week Phone Number 435-896-9294 Counseling Services Central Utah Counseling Richfield Office 255 S Main Street, Richfield Office Hours 435-896-8236 24 Hour Emergency Service 877-469-2822 Southwest Behavioral Health Center 601 E Center Street, Panguitch 435-676-8176 24 Hour Emergency Service 800-574-6763 Wayne Community Health Center 128 South 300 West Bicknell, 84715 435-425-3744 National Suicide Prevention Lifeline 1-800-273-8255

Part-time Assistant Clerk Needed Loa Town Loa Town is looking to hire a self-motivated individual to handle secretary duties for the planning and zoning commission along with additional clerk duties, 15-20 hours per week.

If you are interested, please contact Michelle Brian at 435-616-2643 for more information.

Wanted Alive and Awake AW Builders

Experienced, skilled building construction employees. Carpentry, concrete—all aspects of fine homebuilding.

Send resume to: AW Builders, Box 227, Escalante, UT 84726 Or email: awbuilders16@gmail.com EXCELLENT PAY

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

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

Deputy Assessor

Title: Deputy Assessor Department: County Assessor FLSA Status: Non-Exempt Full Time with Full Benefits GENERAL PURPOSE Performs a variety of entry level clerical and administrative support duties as required to expedite the maintenance of property valuation records and documents and provide day to day customer service.

SUPERVISION RECEIVED Works under general supervision from the Wayne County Assessor.

SUPERVISION EXERCISED None.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS • Performs various clerical and secretarial duties; provides for long-term records maintenance of property appraisal and valuation documents.

• Updates and maintains various files of documents generated through the on-going operations of the office of the County Assessor.

• Assists in the preparation and maintenance of personal property tax returns.

• Operates personal computer and custom software applications to maintain and create property owner accounts.

• Motor Vehicle (DMV) software, registrations and related forms.

• Performs general secretarial duties; drafts or composes correspondence; performs over the counter customer service as needed.

• Performs related duties as required.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS 1. Education and Experience: a. Graduation from high school; AND b. One (1) year experience performing above or related duties. OR c. An equivalent combination of education and experience.

2. Required knowledge, skills and abilities: Some knowledge of standard office procedures and policies; good English usage, grammar, and spelling; basic mathematics involving the use of addition, subtraction, multiplication and percentages; operation of standard office machinery; complex filing systems, alphabetical and numerical; computer operation; telephone etiquette; appraisal terminology; basic interpersonal skills; various tax exemption forms and application processes.

Ability to communicate effectively verbally and in writing; follow written or oral instructions; work in a standard office setting requiring extensive setting or standing; perform accurate mathematical computations; write legibly; respond to requests for assistance or information; demonstrate self motivation; learn and apply new skills; travel for further education; develop effective working relationships with supervisors, fellow employees, and the public.

3. Special Qualifications: Must be able to operate standard calculator and to type (accuracy emphasized over speed).

4. Work Environment: Tasks require variety of physical activities, not generally involving muscular strain, and does involve hiking, walking, standing, stooping, lifting, sitting and reaching.

Talking, hearing and seeing necessary in performing job duties. Common eye, hand, finger, leg and foot dexterity exist. Mental application utilizes memory for details, verbal instructions, emotional and discriminating thinking.

Applications can be picked up at the County Clerk’s office and will be accepted until 5:00 p.m. on Friday, September 16, 2022. Please submit Resume and Cover letter with application. Position is full time with benefits. If you have any questions, please call the County Clerk’s office at 435836-1300, or the County Assessor’s Office at 435-836-1305.

Ryan Torgerson Wayne County Clerk/Auditor

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