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Thursday, November 17, 2016

Issue # 1177

US Forest Service Proposes Vegetation Treatment to Benefit Sage-grouse

Wayne High Students Visit the Capitol Reef Field Station

Photo JaSmine WilSon

Wayne High School Students visit the Capitol Reef Field Station to learn about conservation, natural history and leadership. TORREY - The world that humans occupy is beautiful indeed. That’s why the National Park Service was created to protect the natural treasures found within the nation of America. Capitol Reef National Park (CRNP) and Utah Valley University (UVU) made a partnership to build a field station in order to educate students on conservation and to do studies that involved nature. The facility isn’t connected to any grids, so the station is self-sustaining. The water comes from the Pleasant Creek, is filtered, and is treated with chlorine in order to be drinkable. The electricity is produced from solar panels that collect the sun’s rays. Also, anything that can be recycled is recycled, and any leftover food that can be composted is composted. The station is managed by Gina Gilson who takes

care of the station to make sure it is operational for all study groups that stay at the station. The students also had park employees and representatives from the Utah Division of Wildlife Resources and the Utah Higher Education Assistance Authority (UHEAA) talk to them about what it takes to be a leader in their different careers. The first speaker was Cindy Micheli, the acting Superintendent of the park, talked about the characteristics of a leader. A leader should be able to encourage, teach and learn from the people they are leading, and have integrity. Sumiko Martinez, the representative from UHEAA, also came to talk to the students about how to pay for college and how they can contact her if they have any questions. She also talked about how to receive grants and scholarships, as well as how to apply for the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA),

work-study programs, and student loans. Jim Lamb was another guest speaker from the Department of Wildlife Management who talked about how anyone can be a leader and how teamwork is essential. Amanda Shograss is the Horticulturist for CRNP and told students that a leader needs to have a diverse mind. Additionally, Julie Howard, an archeologist for CRNP explained that a leader needs to “get out of the box” in order to be an effective leader. Ecologist, Carolyn Livensperger, told the group that not all leaders are loud and outgoing; instead, they can be quiet and still have a lot to say. Chris Roundtree, the Visual Design Specialist, stated that leaders aren’t always the ones that are seen. They sometimes work behind the scenes to make sure that everything is running smoothly. He also said that even though an individual doesn’t have seniority at first, they have

authority. The last speaker was Jessie Jordan, a Park Ranger, who informed the students that a leader always assists the people they are leading in order to lead them effectively. After all the speakers spoke, the students received the opportunity the reenact the constellation stories from the Native Americans and Greeks. They received positive comments on their acting skills and were treated to view the constellations in the night sky with a telescope. The next morning, the students went on a short hike to look at the petroglyphs and returned to school that afternoon. Thank you to the CRNP Staff and UVU for allowing the students of Wayne High School to use the field station and for teaching them about leadership. —Jasmine Wilson, Editor, Wayne High School Badger Times

Feral Cat 'Trap, Neuter, Return' Program Begins in Wayne County

volunteer brings a trap to the cat caregiver and explains how to train the cat to eat in the trap. This training eventually leads to the capture of the cat for a TNR appointment. On the morning of the appointPhoto Scott t. Smith volunteers A cat named Vin, models the 'clipped ment, pick up cats at their ear' look, after participating the Trap, homes, or caregivNeuter, Return program. ers bring their cats to TORREY - As a volunteer a designated rendezvous point. with Color Country Animal Volunteers drive the cats to Dr. Welfare (CCAW), I’m often Dan Johnson’s office in Richasked about our Trap, Neuter, field for surgery. At the same Return (TNR) program, so I’d time, cats are also examined for like to share with everyone how illnesses or injuries, given medithis valuable program works. cation as needed, and vaccinated. The process begins with a Another volunteer picks up the phone call from someone who cats after they have recovered needs help getting his or her cat and returns them to their caregivfixed. If the cat is feral, a TNR

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TEMPERATURES will have dropped dramatically by the time you get this paper. Highs Thurs. in mid 30s and the rest of the week warming only slightly to highs in 40s/low 50s. Cold at night--low Thurs night in teens and "warming" to 20s the rest of the week. Rain possibly moving in on Wednesday.

ers. In some instances, cats are taken to foster homes for additional care and socialization until new homes are found for them. A $10 donation from caregivers plus a grant from Best Friends helps defray the $50 - $90 surgery cost for each cat. This service is available to all caregivers in Wayne County if they are unable to afford to spay or neuter their cats. You can recognize any cat that has come through a TNR program by its clipped ear. Since we’ve started keeping records in 2011, CCAW has spayed and neutered over 750 cats. Much coordination and cooperation between caregivers, volunteers, and our veterinarian make the TNR program successful. Here’s a big thanks to all of you who get the ball rolling by making that call. Together we are making a big difference. For more information about TNR or to get a spay/neuter appointment, call (435) 491-2050. —John Benson

LOA – The Fremont persistent woodlands. River District Ranger of the The project starts south Fishlake National Forest is of Hogan Pass toward the proposing to treat conifer Forest Service boundary on encroachment upon sage- Highway 72, within the Mybrush capable landscapes, toge and Tidwell mountains mainly pinyon and juniper. on National Forest System Treatments will also include lands, which lies within encroaching conifers such as Wayne and Sevier Counties. spruce and fir. The proposed The proposed action is treatment is enclosed within a routine activity as defined a 40,000 acre area on the in FSH 1909.15 Section Mytoge and Tidwell Moun- 32.2 and fits Category 6: tains. The purpose of the “Timber stand and/or wildproject is to support large life habitat improvement acopen sagebrush landscapes tivities which do not include essential to sage-grouse for the use of herbicides or do breeding, nesting, brood not require more than one mile of low standard road rearing and winter use. The District Ranger construction.” For maps and detailed anticipates 50 percent or less of the project area will information about the projneed some level of treat- ect visit: www.fs.usda.gov/ ment. Trees identified for projects/fishlake/landmatreatment will be masticated nagement/projects Public Involvement using tracked or wheeled machinery or cut with a - The USDA Forest Serchainsaw and left on site. vice (USFS) is no longer Within 1.86 miles of where required to offer notice, Lek locations are identified comment, and appeal opcut trees will be lopped and portunities pursuant to 36 scattered to appear below CFR 215 or 36 CFR 218 for sagebrush height, limbing categorically excluded projbranches where needed. ects. However, such legislaThe majority of the pro- tive ruling does not limit the posed project area has been public’s ability to comment identified as a sage-grouse on USFS projects and ac“Priority Habitat ManageSage-grouse ment Area” (GRSG ROD, Cont' on page 2 page 18). Also within the project are portions of Hilgard Mountain, Mytoge, Solomon Basin and Thousand Lake Mountain Inventoried Roadless Areas (IRA) totaling approximately 12,000 acres. The District Ranger is not proposing to create new roads, harvest timber, use hercourteSy Pixabay bicides nor cut any aspen, old growth or Greater Sage-grouse in flight.

A Vote for Christmas

ESCALANTE - On a beautifully warm and sunny day last week, Escalante city employees Blaine Porter and Darrell Griffin were spotted putting up the city's Christmas decorations, under the watchful supervision of Missy Porter (above). What with the warm weather and getting to pal around with her guys around town, Missy said she is definitely an "up" vote for early Christmas cheer. In other holiday season news, an informal poll at the U.S. Postal Service office in Escalante showed that the community is divided over whether it is too early for Postmaster Ryan Crosier to play Christmas music at the post office. Those seeking to avoid early Christmas music might try to fetch their mail during hours that postal service worker Michael Lind is sorting the mail. Michael is helping keep a lid on the pre-Thanksgiving Christmas tunes—although he is not always successful. —Insider

You will never change the mind of your enemy, but you might change the mind of your friend. —Amasa M. Lyman

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A Sincere Thank You

We want to offer our sincere thanks to everyone who showed us love and concern at the time of our son, Brandon’s passing. We appreciate all the love and service giving during our difficult time. “Perhaps they are not the stars in the sky, but rather openings where our loved ones shine down to let us know they are happy.” Love, The Birch family

Truly Honored

Dear Editor, I would like to express my appreciation to the citizens of Garfield County for giving me the opportunity to be their next County Commissioner. I am truly honored that you have put your trust and confidence in me. The support which my wife and I felt as we traveled throughout the county was truly amazing. It was great to meet and share time with the wonderful people of Garfield County. The campaign trail led us to many different homes and businesses, where we were always greeted with warm respect. We are grateful to have met many new friends over these last several months and also to have been received by the smiling faces of our life-long friends. Monica and I can say without a doubt that this was one of the most exhausting and overwhelming times in our lives, yet we can also say that it was one of the most inspiring moments. We will never regret the memories which we made with so many of you. I love Garfield County with all my heart and want what is best for all of its citizens. Thanks again for allowing me the great opportunity to serve each one of you, as your next county commissioner. Jerry Taylor. Escalante

A Reminder Dear Editor, It will be important to remember, after the bellyaching begins when we feel we are no longer receiving our "fair share" of federal subsidies, or when our economy begins tanking and jobs start disappearing, that 68 percent of the good citizens of Wayne and Garfield counties voted for an inexperienced and unstable presidential candidate espousing long-discredited economic theories. Cut this little ditty out and post it under a magnet on your refrigerator so that it cannot be conveniently forgotten in the future, and all our economic ills blamed on Obama. Richard W. Teasdale, Wayne County

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Bicknell's Own Sunglow Restaurant Featured on Canadian TV Baking Competition BICKNELL - On November 22, 2016 at the Bicknell Theater you can watch a live streaming episode of "Sugar Showdown" featuring Beth Steward & Misty Bown of Sunglow Restaurant. The show "Sugar Showdown" tracked down these two local TV stars and invited them to participate in the show. As you know, the Sunglow Resturant is famous for its pickle pie. Apparently that fame is courteSy SungloW international. The sample plate from the SunThey were competing glow Restaurant internationally against expert bakers from famous for their pickle pie. Atlanta and New York City. The duo made it to the fi- best dessert incorporating nal round! The live streaming one mystery ingredient. Afof the show will start at 8 pm. ter three judges eliminate one Sugar Showdown is a competitor, the finalists must competition series that cel- make creations based on a ebrates all things sweet and theme. One baker is crowned delicious. Three expert bak- the champion, winning bragers enter the Sugar Showdown ging rights and $10,000. Come out and show some studio and compete in episupport to our very own Canasodes that feature cakes, pies, dian TV stars! cupcakes or donuts. First, the —The Insider competitors must make their

FSA County Committee Elections to Begin; Producers to Receive Ballots This Week WASHINGTON, D.C. Farm Service Agency (FSA) Administrator Val Dolcini today announced that the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) began mailing ballots to eligible farmers and ranchers across the country for the 2016 FSA County Committee elections on Monday, Nov. 7, 2016. Producers must return ballots to their local FSA offices by Dec. 5, 2016, to ensure that their vote is counted. “Producers elected to FSA county committees play a vital role in local agricultural decisions,” said Dolcini. “Their contributions are essential to the daily operation of nearly 2,200 offices across the country. It is a valued partnership that helps us better understand the needs of the farmers and ranchers we serve.” Nearly 7,700 FSA County Committee members serve FSA offices nationwide. Each committee has three to 11

elected members who serve three-year terms of office. One-third of county committee seats are up for election each year. County committee members apply their knowledge and judgment to help FSA make important decisions on its commodity support programs, conservation programs, indemnity and disaster programs, and emergency programs and eligibility. Producers must participate or cooperate in an FSA program to be eligible to vote in the county committee election. Approximately 1.5 million producers are currently eligible to vote. Farmers and ranchers who supervise and conduct the farming operations of an entire farm, but are not of legal voting age, also may be eligible to vote. Farmers and ranchers will begin receiving their ballots the week of Nov. 7. Ballots include the names of candidates running for the local committee election. FSA has modified

the ballot, making it easily identifiable and less likely to be overlooked. Voters who do not receive ballots in the coming week can pick one up at their local FSA offices. Ballots returned by mail must be postmarked no later than Dec. 5, 2016. Newly elected committee members will take office Jan. 1, 2017. For more information, visit the FSA website at www. fsa.usda.gov/elections. You may also contact your local USDA Service Center or FSA office. Visit http://offices.usda. gov to find an FSA office near you. USDA works to strengthen and support American agriculture, an industry that supports one in 11 American jobs, provides American consumers with more than 80 percent of the food we consume, ensures that Americans spend less of their paychecks at the grocery store than most people in other countries, and supports markets for homegrown re-

newable energy and materials. Since 2009, USDA has provided $5.6 billion in disaster relief to farmers and ranchers; expanded risk management tools with products like Whole Farm Revenue Protection; and helped farm businesses grow with $36 billion in farm credit. The Department has engaged its resources to support a strong next generation of farmers and ranchers by improving access to land and capital; building new markets and market opportunities; and extending new conservation opportunities. USDA has developed new markets for rural-made products, including more than 2,700 biobased products through USDA's BioPreferred program; and invested $64 billion in infrastructure and community facilities to help improve the quality of life in rural America. For more information, visit www.usda. gov/results. —Farm Service Agency

Forest Service Hiring for 2017 Temporary Positions

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tivities. By soliciting public comments the USFS ensures that a wide range of interests and perspectives are considered and that site specific natural resource concerns are identified and meeting the NEPA requirements for public scoping with an opportunity to comment prior to a decision by the responsible official. Comment Process Please submit your detailed project specific comments

Interested applicants are encouraged to create a profile on USAJOBS in advance to save time once the hiring process begins. Forest Service representatives will notify selected applicants by email or phone. Applicants not selected will be notified by e-mail. More information about temporary employment in the Forest Service’s Southwestern Region can be found at: R3 Jobs Outreach The Southwestern Region consists of 11 National Forests in Arizona and New Mexico; and national grass-

lands in New Mexico, Oklahoma and Texas. Working in the Southwestern Region is very rewarding and requires talented people working safely as part of a team in a variety of specialized positions; including Archeology, Range, Timber, Recreation, Engineering, Wildlife, Administration and Fire and Aviation Management. To learn more about the U.S. Forest Service in the Southwestern Region National Forests, please visit http://www.fs.usda.gov/main/ r3/home. The Forest Service is an equal opportunity employer.

within 30 days of this publication in the Richfield Reaper. Comments received, including names and addresses of those who comment, will be considered part of the public record for this project, and may be made available for public inspection. Comments can be submitted to the Fremont River District Ranger by facsimile, hand-delivery, post office mail delivery or email. Emailed comments need to be in Word (.doc or .docx), rich text format (.rtf), text (.txt), or portable document

format (.pdf) and addressed to: comments-intermtn-fishlake-loa@fs.fed.us. Please address post office mail comments to: Kurt Robins, District Ranger, Fremont River Ranger District, PO Box 129, 138 South Main, Loa, Utah 84747. Hand delivered comments are welcomed at the Ranger Station front desk on weekdays, 8:00 am - 4:30 pm, excluding holidays. If submitting comments via FAX send to: 435-836-2366. —Fishlake National Forest

The mission of the Forest Service is to sustain the health, diversity, and productivity of the nation’s forests and grasslands to meet the needs of present and future generations. —U.S. Forest Service

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ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. The Forest Service is gearing up for another round of temporary hiring. From November 08 – November 14, 2016, the agency will be accepting applications for over 1,000 temporary spring and summer jobs in New Mexico and Arizona. Positions are available in multiple fields, including fire, recreation, natural resources, timber, engineering, visitor services, and archaeology. Applications must be submitted on www.USAJOBS.gov from November 08 – November 14, 2016.

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Election Results 2016

County Clerks Camille Moore (Garfield County) and Ryan Torgerson (Wayne County) have provided below the unofficial 2016 general election results for local and national races. In local races, Jerry Taylor won the race for Garfield County Commissioner, and Gary Hallows won the race for Wayne County Commissioner, as a write-in candidate. Presidential election results as of Monday, November 14 were: Nationwide, Hillary Clinton won the popular vote by 668,483 votes, with 61,039,676 total votes. Donald Trump had 60,371,193 votes. Donald Trump won 290 electoral college votes, compared to Hillary Clinton’s 228 electoral college votes. In Utah, Donald Trump won 47% of the vote, Hillary Clinton 28%, and Evan McMullin 21%. (Source: AP) In the race for Utah Governor, incumbent Gary Herbert won with 67% of the vote, Mike Weinholtz won 29%. (Source: CNN) In Utah, voter turnout among the voting eligible population was 46% (Utah had among the lowest eligible-voter turnouts in the country, with Hawaii being the lowest at 43%. Highest voter turnout was Minnesota at 74%). (Source: United States Election Project) However registered voter turnout in Wayne County was 88% and in Garfield County was 82%—something both counties can be very proud of. —Insider

Garfield County 2016 General Election Canvas

Legend AN - Antimony BO - Boulder BR - Bryce Canyon City CA - Cannonville ES - Escalante HA - Hanksville

HE - Henrieville PA 7 - Panguitch PA 8 - Panguitch TI -Ticaboo TR - Tropic

Wayne County 2016 General Election Summary

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Schools & Sports PHS Sports Sidelines

Which New Building is First?

Congratulations to Mr. Frank Houston on his recent election to the school board and my thanks to Mrs. Melaney Draper for her past years of dedicated service to the board. I taught Melaney in high school and she is a great person with a giving heart. Early last spring, Mr. Ben Dalton shared some information in school board meeting concerning the building of three new schools. Additionally, news was circulated at the time of the last public hearing concerning a voted board tax levy centering on building new elementary schools. With our elections complete, it is time we make available to the public what has transpired since last spring and bring everyone up to date of our new building status. An assessment report dated April 29, 2016 from a team of three engineers and an architect evaluated the elementary schools of Bryce Valley, Escalante, and Panguitch. Their directive was to first determine the current condition and then develop the costs associated with replacement versus renovation. Additionally, they were instructed to develop an order of replacement based on findings. The formula to judge the buildings was based on four criteria. The weighted analyses were as follows: 50% health and safety, 30% energy efficiency, 10% accessibility, and the final 10% on instruction. Of a possible 10 points with 1 being in need of replacement, our elementary schools scored as follows: Escalante 5.4 of 10, Panguitch 3.8 of 10, with the school needing the most immediate action being Bryce Valley scoring 1.87 of 10. Costs for renovation were: Bryce Valley $4.4 million, Panguitch $3.9 million, and Escalante at $1.2 million. The estimated cost for replacement: Panguitch $5.5 million, Bryce Valley $4.2 million, and Escalante finished at $3.8 million. Please note it will cost more to renovate BV Elementary than to rebuild. Based on the Facility Assessment Executive Summary, Bryce Valley Elementary is in urgent need of attention. The group also mentioned that with the exception of the new Panguitch Elementary building, the remaining campus is nearly as bad as the Bryce Valley campus. This report is available for your review at the Garfield School District Office during regular business hours, should you wish to review the entire study. —Tracy Davis, Superintendent, Garfield County School District

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Fun Time of Year!

This next week is back to high school sports and the Lady Cats start off the season with a game here tonight against Water Canyon. Water Canyon is a school from the Colorado City area. I am so glad to see that the children from that area are finally getting an education. Come out and see what kind of team that Curtis Barney and Tammy Bennett have put together this year. Tomorrow and Saturday they will be playing @ SVC. On the 18th @ 4:00 they will meet up Monticello and on Saturday the 19th @ 3:00 it will be against Duchesne. Both Monticello and Duchesne will be good games to watch they are expected to be tough teams. Next week the Girls will host the 2A North Sevier in an (endowment game) on Tuesday evening of Sthe 22nd . The Boys will start their season @ Enterprise on the 23rd. Because there won’t be a paper on Thanksgiving I need to remind you of the our 8th Annual Thanksgiving dinner that will be held at the Senior Center. Dinner will be served at around 1:00 and until everyone is fed. So don’t spend time on making a big dinner for your small family, just come on over and spend the day with your friends and neighbors. You don’t have to be old to come, so bring your little ones and enjoy. It is a fun time of the year, so knock off that frownie face.

Bryce Valley & Elementary & High School News

The Girl’s Basketball team has their first games this weekend at the SVC. They play Duchesne on Friday at 5:30, and they play at 4:30 on Saturday against Rich. We want to thank Marie Pollock and the PTA for the great Veteran's Day program and all the people who participated in some way. It was a great tribute to our Veteran's. We had our Elementary Red Ribbon Assembly put on by the Garfield Sheriffi's Department who brought along two of their Canine Officers. It was very exciting for the students to see what they could do for us. —Morgan Syrett

ACT Prep for Wayne High School Students WAYNE COUNTY - The purpose of the ACT is to assess students’ general educational development and their ability to complete college-level work. The tests emphasize reasoning, analysis, problem solving, and the integration of learning from various sources The ACT test is a very important stepping-stone our students have to cross to get into colleges and gather scholarships. The high school is currently working on teaching testing strategies to benefit all students, especially when taking the ACT test. The test is offered six

times per year, at various places in the state. Wayne High School is a testing center. Contact Candence Peterson, counselor for more information on when and where the test is offered. All classes are working on test taking strategies for the entire test, with a focus on the section relating to the class being taught. Some of the strategies being focused on now are the process of elimination, how to answer questions you are unsure of, and “distracters.” Teachers will be offering sample tests for more practice. Each teacher will have review

or guideline activities for students to participate in during class time. If, at any time, a student is interested in individual practice, there are many sites available that offer practice tests. Students understand the importance of the ACT, but sometimes are so overwhelmed by the test itself, that they forget the skills and strategies they have learned. Teachers are breaking the tests down and making them manageable. Parents can help their students by reiterating the importance of the test and making sure their students are

prepared. Wayne High School wants to focus students on valid and strong practice and learning strategies to help all students succeed. The ACT is the determining factor for many college applications and scholarships. We, at Wayne High, believe we can help ALL students succeed! If you have any questions concerning ACT testing, etc. please contact the high school. (435) 425-3411 — Nichol Stringham, Wayne High School Teacher

Loa Elementary Students give a STEAM Report On Halloween day 2016, Loa Elementary students participated in STEAM rotations all morning. At Loa Elementary School STEAM stands for Science, Technology, Engineering, Art, and Music. Students from Mrs. Liz Torgerson’s 5th grade class would like to explain activities they participated in, new things they learned, and some of their favorite parts of each rotation. SCIENCE During this rotation we learned about how chemical reactions work. We put vinegar in an empty water bottle. Then we put some baking soda in a ghost balloon and put it carefully on the top of the bottle. When we let the baking soda fall into the vinegar a chemical reaction occurred and it blew up the balloon. My favorite part was when we made our balloon ghosts and watched them blow up. I think everyone really loved this science experiment. —Shaylee Swilor

TECHNOLOGY In technology we reviewed what we learned last month about algorithms, programs, and coding. We knew that and an algorithm is a list of steps to do something. First we had to figure out the correct steps for an algorithm to build a paper airplane. Next we had to write the algorithm. Then we got to build a paper airplane, but we had to carefully follow the steps of the algorithm we wrote. If we followed our algorithm and built the plane correctly then we got to fly our planes towards different ghosts that hung from the ceiling. If we were able to fly our plane through the ghost’s eyes or mouth we got a prize. I liked almost everything about this activity. I love technology and want to learn more about it. All of the students, even the littlest kids, were having fun and learning. I loved this part of STEAM day. —Savannah Williams

ENGINEERING For the engineering activity, we got to build structures with toothpicks and candy pieces. The challenge was to see who could build the strongest structure. Everyone got the same amount of toothpicks and candies. We were also given a limited amount of time. By the end of the time, we got to see who’s structure was the strongest, and also notice what strategies worked the best. My favorite part is when my team won! I love to learn how things are built, so I loved this activity. I can hardly wait till our next STEAM day! —Callan Chesnut ART During art, we got to paint or carve pumpkins. The little kids got to paint their pumpkins and the 4th and 5th grade kids got to carve their pumpkins. We were really excited that we got to carve the pumpkin, but it took some work. We had to cut them around the stem, and then clean out all

Ballet West Visits Loa Elementary Ballet West came to our school Oct. 19th. Ballet West taught us the basics of the Ballet. They taught us where to put our feet when we are going to do a twist. They performed some of the nutcracker. The part of the nutcracker that they performed was the part where Sara meets the Sugar Fairy. My favorite was when the puppets danced. I liked it because one of the puppets got tickled and actually laughed. —Blake Peterson Ballet West came to our school Oct. 19th. They told us that it is very hard to learn ballet. We also learned that it take a long time to get good at ballet. They performed a scene of the nutcracker. It was when

she meets the White Witch and the Prince. At the party, she sees a toy bear, a rag doll, and a normal doll. My favorite part was when the toy bear dances. —Mile Hinkle Ballet West came to our school on October 19th. They taught me how they keep their balance for so long. They performed the nutcracker. I liked the nutcracker because there was a bear that danced. My favorite part was when they played the bear. There were 3 girls and 2 boys. I like the boy that lifted the girls up over their heads. I like when they did their leaps. They have really stretchy outfits for the girls. The boys have really stretchy pants and a shirt. Some times

they perform at Christmas time at different places. I like the girls sparkly dresses. —Lacey Brown On October 19, 2016, Ballet West came to Loa Elementary. It was cool to see all the things that they do. They taught us that you have to be really flexible to do ballet. They also taught us that ballet is an art. Another thing they taught us is that ballet is a story that you tell with your actions. Ballet West performed a scene from the Nutcracker. It was so cool to see them perform! My favorite part is when the bear performed. —Paizlee Jackson

the inside stuff. It was slimy. Then we got to draw our face and carve. Sometimes the cuts weren’t perfect but I think they turned out pretty good. Some kids even said that this was the first time they had ever had the chance to carve a pumpkin! I think everyone enjoyed this activity, and the best thing is that we all got to keep our neat looking pumpkins! —Cambrie Harward MUSIC It was Halloween so we got to sing and dance to a lot of different Halloween songs. Our teachers also taught us a bunch of different things about music. They talked about how music will set a mood and tell a story in a movie. Then we got to watch some video clips to help us understand. My favorite part was when we watched to video clip of Mickey Mouse. Mickey was getting into a lot of trouble because he decided to use the wizard’s hat, and the music definitely helped set the mood. This was a really fun part of STEAM day. —Silas James

Wayne Middle School 1st Quarter Honor Roll

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Wills, Trusts, and More

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Better Estate Planning by Jeffery J. mckenna

An effective estate plan has many benefits. In the broadest sense, estate planning includes the process of accumulating, managing, and distributing property over the course of a lifetime. Satisfaction comes from knowing your objectives, taking practical approaches to achieve them, and avoiding hazards in the process. An effective estate plan involves recognizing and coping with four financial challenges: 1. Dying Too Soon. For those with a sense of responsibility to loved ones, one of the greatest concerns is providing for them. Savings plans, retirement accounts, life insurance, and estate plans are just a few of the ways to assure financial security for loved ones. 2. Outliving One’s Resources. As time passes, the possibility of outliving one’s financial resources can be a concern. Many people will reduce what they spend today to ensure that they have ample funds for the later years. It can be a challenge to balance present and future needs. 3. Emergencies. Estate planning may ease the hazards of illness, accidents, and other

unforeseen economic hardships. We can accumulate savings in order to be prepared, but insurance assumes greater importance as costs increase. Medical, automobile, homeowners, and other insurance policies can help lessen the possibility that an emergency will unnecessarily deplete economic resources. 4. Mental and Physical Disability. It is vitally important to plan for adequate income and management of assets, in the event that a mental or physical disability impairs a person’s ability to manage his or her property. A number of financial arrangements, including various types of trusts and powers of attorney, can be created to help deal with the need for assistance in asset management. These trusts can also be set up for disabled family members. Addressing each of the above concerns is the essence of an effective estate plan. Many people view estate planning, and particularly addressing the above concerns, as an overwhelming task. A good estate planning attorney can help bring order to what may other-

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wise seem to be too difficult to accomplish on your own. Your estate planning attorney will take an organized approach to decide what is needed. Your attorney will help you focus on the “essential elements” of estate planning – the people in your life, the property you own, your plans for the future, and the persons who will assist you in achieving your goals. Like a building project, with the help of your attorney, you will start with your “blueprint” for setting out a plan. You will determine the essential elements. In a few short days or weeks, your plan can become a reality. WITH A SATELLITE OFFICE NOW IN PANGUITCH. Jeffery J. McKenna is a local attorney serving clients in Utah, Nevada, and Arizona. He is a shareholder at the law firm of Barney McKenna and Olmstead. He is a founding member and former President of the Southern Utah Estate Planning Council. If you have questions regarding this article or if you have a topic you wish to have addressed in this column, you can call 435 628-1711 or email jmckenna@ barney-mckenna.com

Slippery

Phil & Will built a skating rink in the middle of a pasture. One day a shepherd leading his flock decided to take a shortcut across the rink. The sheep, however, were afraid of the ice and wouldn't cross it. Desperate, the shepherd began tugging them to the other side. "Look at that," remarked Phil to Will. "That guy is trying to pull the wool over our ice!"

Busted

After arriving home from work, I found out that Courtnay, our six-year-old daughter, had written on the washroom wall at school. I talked to Courtnay about the importance of respecting others and their property. Then I asked her how it was discovered that she'd written on the wall. "I don't know, Dad," she said. After reading her a bedtime story that night, I asked again if she had any idea how the teacher had known for sure who had written on the wall "I don't know, Dad," Cournay again replied. Then I asked what she'd written. "My name," she said

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l A u G h i N g pOiNt!! Cool Cat

My aunt's neighbor in New York had a beautiful black cat, named Felix, who spent his days outside and came indoors at night. One cool October evening, he disappeared. The neighbor searched for him in vain for several days. The following spring, however, Felix reappeared, looking healthy and clean. She figured he's been out sowing his wild oats. Everything was back to normal until that autumn, when Felix disappeared again. The next spring, he returned. Perplexed, my aunt's friend began asking neighbors for clues. Finally, she rang the bell of an older couple who lived down the street. "A black cat?" the woman said. "Oh, yes! My husband and I hated to see him out in the cold, so we bought a cat carrier. We take him to Florida with us every winter."

Punishment

The jeweler pinned his hopes on broaching the argument first.

Perspective

A hillbilly took his son to a school to enroll him. "My boy's after larning', what d'ya have?" he asked the teacher. "We offer English, trigonometry, spelling, etc.," she replied. "Well, give him some of that thar trigernometry; he's the worst shot in the family."

Shopping

A woman said to her friend: "Whenever I'm down in the dumps I buy myself a dress." "Really?" said the friend. "I've always wondered where you got them."

What's in a Name?

A teacher soon realized there was a problem in identifying two little boys in the class named Chris. Every time he called the name Chris, both boys answered. So he decided to ask each one what his mother called him at home. The other little boy answered, "Chris," and my son answered, "Sweetheart."

AG MARKET NEWS Salt Lake City, Utah November 9, 2016 USDA-Utah Dept of Ag Market News Producers Livestock Auction, Salina, Utah Tuesday November 8, 2016 Receipts: 2,816. Last Week: 1,530. Last Year: 1,622. Feeder Steers and Feeder Heifers: mostly steady; Holstein Steers: no comparison. Slaughter Cows: steady. Slaughter Bulls: steady. Feeder Steers: Medium and Large Frame 2; 200-250 lbs 155.00-172.00; 250-300 lbs scarce; 300-350 lbs 146.00169.00; 350-400 lbs 137.50-157.50; 400-450 lbs 136.00152.00; 450-500 l25.00-138.00; 500-550 lbs 121.00-135.00; 550-600 lbs 112.00-128.00; 600-650 lbs 118.00-126.00; 650-700 lbs 110.00-121.00; 700-750 lbs 110.00-115.00; 750-800 lbs pkg 113.50; 800-850 lbs pkg 115.25; 850-900 lbs pkg 106.00; 900-950 lbs scarce; 950-1000 lbs pkg 110.50. Holstein Steers: Large Frame 3: Bull Calves: n/q; 200300 lbs scarce; 300-500 lbs scarce; 500-700 lbs scarce; 700900 lbs pkg 66.50; 900-1100 Lbs scarce. Feeder Heifers: Medium and Large Frame 1-2: 200250 lbs pkg 150.00; 250-300 lbs 140.00-152.00; 300-350 lbs 133.00-145.00; 350-400 lbs 122.50-140.00; 400-450 lbs 129.00-146.00; 450-500 lbs 118.00-140.00; 500-550 lbs 114.00-125.00; 550-600 lbs 111.00-115.00; 600-650 lbs 110.00-115.00; 650-700 lbs pkg 105.00; 700-750 lbs 96.00110.50; 750-800 lbs pkg 105.00; 800-850 lbs scarce; 850-900 lbs scarce; 900-950 lbs pkg 102.00; 950-1000 lbs pkg 111.00. Heiferettes: 56.00-72.50. Stock Cows: scarce. Slaughter Cows: Boning 80-90% Lean: 39.00-52.00, high dressing to 53.00; Breaking 75-80 Lean: 52.00-62.00, High Dressing to 70.00; Commercial: scarce; Cutter 85-90% Lean: 26.00-39.00. Slaughter Bulls: Yield Grade: 1000-1500 lbs scarce; 1500-2000 lbs 65.00-71.75; Yield Grade 2: 1000-1500 lbs scarce; 1500-1800 lbs 57.00-64.25; Feeder Bulls: 650-900 lbs 98.00-122.00. Source: USDA-Utah Dept. Of Agriculture Market News, Salt Lake City, UT (435-230-0402.)

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FYI PanguItch

W eddings Oviatt - Bennett

Gary & Kelly Oviatt Are pleased to announce the marriage of their daughter

McKenzie Ann to

Dalan Gary Bennett Son of Gary and Tammi Bennett Wednesday, November 23, 2016 Salt Lake City LDS Temple Please join us for a celebration in their honor Saturday, November 26, 2016 6:00 pm-8:00 pm Panguitch 2nd Ward LDS Chapel 190 North 400 East Panguitch, Utah 84759

by Mack Oetting ~ mackoetting @gmail.com For the third time in our history and the second time in 16 years we have elected a president that did not win the popular vote. In his acceptance speech the President elect complimented Secretary Clinton on her hard fought battle for the office of President. He also said the Country owed Hillary a great debt of gratitude for her many years of service to the American people. Secretary Clinton served as a Senator for New York for eight years. After 911 she was able to procure 25 billion dollars to help rebuild ground zero. She also served as Secretary of State, for four years and helped clear our troops out of Iraq. In the election 48% of the registered voters did not vote, (that’s 100 million votes that weren’t cast) if that was you shame on you. Utah I understand had an 80% turn out and we should be praised for our efforts. Congratulation to all of the local winners, good job. Many thanks to those who tried and were not successful, I appreciate your efforts to make changes in our area, keep trying we need new blood with new ideas. Last week was a really busy one for Pat and I. On our way up to SLC on Tuesday to take a friend of Pat's to see a doctor, we took Highway 89. If you haven’t gone that way recently, the Piute reservoir is empty and the only water that is flowing is from the Sevier River and the one

out of Otter Creek. They haven’t closed the dam yet and there is still water flowing to Delta. The moisture is registered from Oct. to Oct. and it is now November and we have not had any rain, hopefully tomorrow, Friday all of that will change. The long range forecast is for the temperature to drop about 20 degrees on Friday with a chance of snow. South of Marysville they have put in a huge turkey farm that has around twenty of those giant turkey pens. They have been working on them for some time now and we were wondering if they were going to have a crop ready for Thanksgiving or not. As we passed the farm we noticed a lot of turkey feathers on the road. Thinking they were from the giant fans at each end of the pens, but as we traveled, the feathers continued. Soon we passed two semis that had all of these cages that were full of pretty pure white turkeys, on their way to the processing plant. On the side of the trucks there were signs that said eat more beef. (ha ha). Wednesday we went to the PHS’s musical Hello Dolly. What a fun show it was, Miranda Sarles and Korbin Leach as the headliners, stole the show. How can you memorize all of those lines and songs, it was really a great production. Where do Elaine and Cheryl keep coming up with all of this talent? Last

BrYce ValleY area news

by Vicki D. Syrett 679-8687 or vickidiane36@hotmail.com You can pick up your Christmas Tree Tags at Clark's Country Market in Tropic. They are $10.00 each. Can you believe that Christmas is just around the corner?! Boy this last year passed fast and I think we missed some of it. On Sunday , Oct 30, Daley Stewart was baptized by her father Slate Stewart. Her cousin Gentry Christiansen was also baptized by her father Hugh Christiansen in Ferrin, Utah. Those attending from Tropic were Max and Linda Stewart, the Sean Stewart family, the Chance Stewart family and the Carl Boyds. The Thad Steele family attended from Richfield. There were many Christiansen family members there also. It was a special time for both girls Orion Rose had his Missionary Farewell in Henrieville today. Has been called to serve in Guadalajara Mexico and will leave December 27th. Orion has been living with his grandparents, Theron and Marilyn Rose while working, preparing, and studying for his mission. His parents are currently living in the United Kingdom. They are Eric and Joy Rose. We send out condolences out to the family of Mae Twitchell. She passed away on the 1st of November and will be missed by so many. Mae was a special person and was always so friendly and had a beautiful smile for all she saw. We want the family to know that we are sorry to be late with our condolences and that they are in our prayers and thoughts at this time. We also send condolences out to the family of Melba Smith who passed away on November 12th. She was married to the late Layton Smith and had been living in Cedar City with her daughters. Her funeral will be held on the 19thof November in Cedar City and she will be buried in Henrieville. The Henrieville Young Women held their Evening of Excellence with the theme being on the Olympics. They had a Young Women's Torch and a very enjoyable evening. The Veteran's Day Program Assembly was held at

the BVHS Auditorium. Marie Pollock and the PTA were in charge of the program, Ken Platt was the Emcee and the Flag Ceremony was done by the Tropic Ward Scout Troop 679. Special musical numbers were performed by the Elementary Students and the BV High School Chorus. The Veteran's in the area were recognized and Stephen Clark of Cannonville was the featured speaker. It was a touching ceremony as usual and we thank our Veteran's past and present for their unselfish service to us and our country. Congratulations to Mike Wharton for choosing to be Baptized into the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-Day Saints by the Missionaries. The Cannonville Ladies gathered together on Saturday to attend the St. George Temple. Traveling in three cars were Anita Fletcher, Glenna Fletcher, Pauline Hansen, Stephanie Brinkerhoff, Gay Shakespeare, Mira Loy Ott and Katie Beesley. It was a nice day and all traveled in safety and returned home the same way. The Ruby's Inn Centennial Celebration was a huge success with many people who work there now and in the past taking part. There was a wonderful reception on Friday evening with many in attendance. On Saturday Noon a luncheon was held and they were entertained by the Bar G Wranglers who always give a stellar performance. They are so great to listen to. In the evening on Saturday a dinner of steak and salmon was served to hundreds of people and the evening was a pure delight for all. They started off with a video of the Syrett family over the years and the progress of Ruby's Inn. Then a short video featuring Finley Holiday talking about the Ruby's Inn song, "Some Beauty Never Ends" and how it came about. Then we heard a beautiful rendition of the song that was sung by Mary Kaye Knaphus of Escalante. She has a beautiful voice and the background pictures were of the Bryce area. Everyone who attended was given a Centennial tee shirt and a gift packet.

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As usual the food was great, everyone loved the videos and then they capped the evening off with Eric Dodge, a well known country western star, performing. He seems to have been raised in the Southern Utah area and he has a marvelous voice. I think I have a new favorite singer of country western music. He gave a wonderful concert and even took out time to teach some "line dance routines' to those who were willing. Young and old alike all participated. Thanks to Ruby's for their generous support of the community and celebrating their Centennial with the public. Here's to 100 more years!! Well folks whether we like it or not we have a new President of the United States of America and we certainly hope for the best. We need someone to lead us into unity and confidence as a nation again. The demonstrations and fears that are being expressed may seem silly to us but they need to stop and think about the fact that the very things they are frightened about are already in place. Happening everyday all over the world. It is a very fragile world we live in and as American's we need to pull together, become more united and patriotic and loving to each other. It is time to take control of our country and do away with the evil that has crept into our midst by defend-

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ing our very rights as American's. Maybe Mr. Trump can give us some of that security if we give him the chance. With God's help we can return to a great nation of peace and love and caring for each other. Thanksgiving is upon us. It is hard to believe this year has almost come to an end. It goes so fast and the worst part is that as it goes we also happen to get older. I already have that old lady living in my mirror and it scares me. Time to give thanks to those we love and care about and to take care of ourselves for the next year. May God Bless you all and hope you and yours have a beautiful Thanksgiving time. Be safe and if you have to travel please do so safely. Then when you get back home or even if you stay home with family please call and share your news with us or email me. I would appreciate it so much. Thanks VS

year most of the cast graduated and they came right back this year with another great production. Thursday was again a busy day, we had a Military Funeral for Gary Stevens out at Casto Canyon. Gary was one of the town’s characters who was here most of the summers. He wore a bowl hat and rode around town on an ATV. He has been in many of our 24th Parades walking a small donkey. He was in several movies where he wore that hat and it became his trade mark. He was an expert leather worker and made a lot of works of art from scratch. Gary was liked by most of those who met him and he had a lot of stories that he told. Next up was helping Pat decorate the Senior Center for Friday night’s Veterans' dinner. After that it was setting up for Saturday’s Craft Fair. I guess that’s what I get for marrying someone so much younger than me, she just wears me out. Friday, Veteran’s Day started off with an assembly at the Elementary School that honors all of the local Veterans. When I was on the School Board I thought that Veterans day should be a holiday for the students. I was told by I think Ryan Houston, that if you let the kids out for a day, it wouldn’t mean anything to them but honoring the Veterans was a good learning tool. That night at the Veteran’s dinner it was really special. It is nice that we have so much talent in town, that is so willing to entertain us. Jaren Henrie started off with his version of the National Anthem and really set the mood for the evening. Jaren is in the 5th grade and has been singing since he was in the second grade, what a voice! Becky Henrie sang some patriotic songs, one was a Ray Charles rendition of “America the Beautiful” and Ray never sang it that good. The evening was finished off with a video put together by Aubree Hughes from the High School. Today a soldier died, it is hard not to shed a tear while watching it. The video finished off with my favorite, the story of Francis Scott Key and the writing of our National Anthem. If you are like me and have sung this song hundreds of times, this video will give you a whole new insight on our Anthem. Saturday was the Craft Fair and boy was there a lot of people there. I hope that you were able to find that special gift for someone that you care for. Many of the booths did really well and most of the venders said that they will be coming back again next

year. Becky Whitney who owns the Victoria Lane shop on Main street, had a booth there and says that she will be opened on Saturdays all winter long. She sells sewing machines at great prices and will have plenty of quilting yardage for sale. Quilters give her a try, it will save you driving long distances. Santa had his Candy Booth up and ready to sell the best homemade candy available. So many of the town’s people donate to this booth because all the proceeds go to the Sub for Santa Program that works to make sure Panguitch and Hatch children are not missed at Christmas time. In addition to the candy, popcorn, bread and cookies that were available to purchase, two other Sub for Santa money making activities also were also available at the booth. Mandy and Karla donate a $25.00 and a $100.00 Shopping Spree activity. Tickets are purchased at 6/$5.00 and every ½ hour there is a drawing for gifts donated by the venders in addition to the shopping spree drawing. This activity generates $$$ for Santa’s Project as well. Another highlight of the Craft Fair is the Christmas Quilt made and donated by Claudia Crump. Tickets are sold and a drawing will be held at “Christmas in the Country” –December 3rd – Saturday. The quilt is on display at Zions Bank and ticket can be purchased there until the drawing. To all those great supporters of the Sub for Santa Program, Santa’s many thanks for your generous donations of your time, talent, candy and baked goods as well as your kind and loving hearts. Saturday night we went to see the other cast of Hello Dolly, (Cheryl always double casts these productions, to give as many of the youth a chance to shine) Aubree Hughes and Joe Vasquez were the leads and they were outstanding, what a fun evening. Both nights that we were there, many were in attendance, and were royally entertained. For the most part it was a great week and the weather is oh so nice, remember it, because somewhere down the line winter is going to be here. Just an added note on “Christmas in the Country” 1st Saturday in December; Santa comes to town, Merchant drawing and Christmas home tours are activities you won’t want to miss. Information will be available within the next 2 weeks.

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BY waY oF Boulder by Peg Smith ~ pegenias@gmail.com

time to listen to him learned he was not going to shut down grazing or close off county roads, two of the fear-factor’s lies that were spread. As an educator with a science background, Steve modeled the capability of taking in information and evaluating it based on facts, asking questions, listening. Even when confronted by a sneering bully at two of the three public forums, Steve exuded equanimity. He calmly redirected the confronter to actual facts rather than smears courteSy cheryl cox and supposition. Cheryl and Steve Cox at Kings Pasture, Boulder Mountain, Steve’s big win was September 2016. simply to present a coherent, thoughtful, rational, intelliSometimes a real win- had clear and well-articulated gent option on the ballot. The ner doesn’t win. Wait, I’m objectives he wanted to work big win for Garfield County not talking about Hillary, I’m toward achieving. His primary residents was that we actureferring closer to home: the message was one of openness, ally had an election! SeriousGarfield County Commission transparency, and ensuring ly. Rather than cancelling yet race between Jerry Taylor and equal access for all county another election because only Steve Cox. residents into the workings one person was running, we First, congratulations of County Commission. Par- got to see two campaigns and to Jerry on his new posi- ticularly for residents who make a decision between two tion. I appreciate that he ran live two hours away from the qualified candidates. That’s a straightforward and posi- county seat, this is no trivial called democracy. I’m proud that Steve ran and I’m proud tive campaign, and I certainly matter. wish him the best. He was far Steve and his wife, Cher- of the campaign he conducted. and away the choice of those yl, knocked on nearly every Both he and Jerry should be who voted in Garfield County. door within every town in congratulated for that. I’m not as proud of the But as an unabashed sup- Garfield County. They sweetvoting end of things. As one porter of Steve Cox, and from ened their offer to continue of the Steve’s assistant doorwatching (and assisting) his conversations by providing knockers, I admit was surcampaign from start to fin- free root beer floats at every prised at a general lack of ish, I still say he’s the winner. town park in the county. He curiosity about this candidate. Here’s why: personally called a large segSteve ran a friendly, ment of county residents, It’s not like people already intelligent campaign that primarily with the message knew Steve or his positions. stressed our common values just to vote, to participate. He It’s that they knew his party and concerns. His appeal was attended fairs, festivals, se- and that was enough. Really? to voters’ love of place and nior dinners, sporting events, What role does partisan policommunity, not to a partisan, school meetings. Without as- tics actually play at the local ready-made label. Some peo- sistance from the Democratic or county level? Is a Democrat ple faulted him for “hiding” party, Steve spent his own going to vote that differently his Democratic candidacy. As time and resources (along with on a subdivision matter than Steve responded, his identify help from 53 small, local do- a Republican? Is a Democrat wasn’t tied up with the Demo- nors) to give residents the op- going to try institute free aborcratic party. Rather it was 1) portunity to know who he was tions in the county? Is it even American, 2) Garfield County and to express their interests remotely fair to state, as one of our current Commissioners resident, 3) educator. and concerns directly to him. From the outset, Steve Anyone who took the did on Facebook, that Repub-

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licans are “the only righteous party”? Please, we don’t need yet another great example of dividing “us” from “them.” Elections are binary things though. One person wins more votes than the others, and that should be that. The Garfield County results are clear cut, unambiguous. One party prevails because it garners the support of the most people. Not so clear was our 2nd Congressional district election, between Chris Stewart and Charlene Albarran. The Second District includes a portion of Salt Lake County, which Albarran won by over 20,000 votes, or 65%. Those votes, which reflect obviously urban interests, were nullified by the remaining largely rural counties in the district, such as ours. Again, the vote totals are clear cut. Very unclear results for democracy, though, if you consider the disenfranchisement of 20,000 Salt Lake voters. This is called gerrymandering. It’s very useful for silencing whole groups of our population. We live in a wonderfully gerrymandered state. We have four Congressional representatives, all of whom are guaranteed a lock as Republicans despite a quarter and more of the statewide population that consistently and reliably votes non-Republican. Why shouldn’t so-called democratic representation reflect that reality? Elections are over. We are all glad for that if nothing else. But popular vote? Gerrymandering? Change is in the works, and it may not go the way people think or hope it will go. Unless, of course, people decide it’s important enough to pay attention.

50th Wedding Anniversary Mervin and Lorna Barnhurst

HATCH - Mervin and Lorna Barnhurst celebrated their 50th Wedding Anniversary on November 12, 2016, with their family. They were married in 1966 in the St. George Temple. Lorna (Pollock) grew up in Tropic and Mervin grew up in Hatch. They met while both were working at Bryce Canyon. Mervin worked for Garkane Power for 38 years. They raised their family in Hatch. They are the parents of six children: LaFaun Barnhurst, Richfield; Jolyn (Tim) Smith, Panguitch; Leslie (Jeff) Taylor, Alaska; Julie Barnhurst, Cedar City; David Barnhurst, Hatch; Brent Barnhurst, Panguitch. They have 11 grandchildren, and 3 great grandchildren. They both enjoy camping and hunting with family. Lorna enjoys quilting and is a member of the local quilt guild. Mervin enjoys taking walks and riding his four wheeler.

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New Rangeland Fire Science Plan Essential for SageGrouse, Sagebrush Conservation and Restoration Plan also addresses other rangeland threats WASHINGTON D.C. The U.S. Department of the Interior has released a new science plan that will serve as an action-oriented blueprint for acquiring information needed to make science-based decisions to restore and conserve the imperiled ‘sagebrush sea,’ a roughly 500,000-square-mile-area of sagebrush steppe habitat across western North America. The science plan identifies 37 priority science needs that address knowledge gaps in five topic areas: fire, invasive plants, restoration, sagebrush and greater sage-grouse, and climate and weather. Led jointly by the U.S. Geological Survey and the U.S. Forest Service, the plan is a critical step forward in the implementation of Secretary of the Interior Sally Jewell’s 2015 Integrated Rangeland Fire Management Strategy. The goal of that Strategy is to reduce the size, severity and cost of rangeland fires; address the spread of cheatgrass and other invasive species that exacerbate the threat of fire; position fire-management resources for more effective rangeland fire response and effectively restore healthy rangeland landscapes. “We know that addressing the threat of rangeland fire is critical to conserving sagebrush habitat and the many species, including the greater sage-grouse, that depend on it for survival. The science plan unveiled today helps us do just that,” said Interior Secretary Sally Jewell. “With so much at stake, both ecologically and economically, we are committed to the plan’s successful implementation and continued collaboration with states, scientists, resource managers, western communities, ranchers and farmers.” Across the West, the accelerated invasion of non-native grasses, coupled with the effects

of intensified drought and climate change, are creating conditions that lead to large, intense rangeland fires. These fires can easily burn thousands of acres in an hour, destroying livelihoods and crucial sagebrush habitat that is home to the greater sagegrouse and more than 350 other species of wildlife. Secretary Jewell and U.S. Department of Agriculture Secretary Tom Vilsack have worked closely with western states, federal agencies, ranchers, community leaders and other partners to improve management of sagebrush landscapes, with a particular focus on rangeland fire-fighting capacity and the encouragement of proactive partnerships with ranchers, farmers, rural communities and other landowners. “It is imperative that our producers have the best science available to inform their decisions, and that our federal plans are also based upon well-vetted research,” said Agriculture Secretary Tom Vilsack. “Balancing conservation with agricultural demands is no easy task. The decisions Western farmers and ranchers and other private landowners make every day about what to do on their land have a critical impact on sage-grouse. Thanks to the commitment of more than 1,300 ranchers, we have already conserved over 5 million acres of land as a part of this effort and USDA has invested more than $400 million to reach $760 million with our partners through 2018. By ensuring we are collecting the best science, we can be sure that our dollars are being put to their best use for this effort.” “The USGS is proud to be part of the collaborative process toward improving the management of sagebrush landscapes,” said Suzette Kimball, Director of the USGS. “Research and man-

agement partnerships are critical to ensure science is addressed in a manner that is both relevant to management and scientifically credible.” For example, this science plan identifies research activities to continue improvement of native plant restoration and landscape rehabilitation after fires, including new and improved seeding methods. Greater sagegrouse and other wildlife depend on native plant communities for food and habitat. The interagency team incorporated research planning already completed over the past five years, and invited broad community participation toward identifying science priorities. For each of the 37 science needs that were identified, sub categories of those needs have been further outlined, including a presentation of recently completed science, related science, science that is lacking but needed for more effective management and then recommendations for next steps. The planning team includes experts from the Department of the Interior, the Department of

Agriculture, the Great Basin and the Great Northern Landscape Conservation Cooperatives, the Joint Fire Science Program, and the Western Association of Fish Wildlife Agencies. The USGS, Bureau of Land Management, and U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service participated from the Department of the Interior. The Forest Service, Natural Resources Conservation Service, and Agriculture Research Service participated from the Department of Agriculture. The Integrated Rangeland Fire Management Strategy Actionable Science Plan can be viewed here. Greater sage-grouse inhabit parts of 11 U.S. states and two Canadian provinces in western North America. Implementation of effective management actions for the benefit of sage-grouse continues to be a focus of Interior agencies following the 2015 decision by the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service that the species is not warranted for listing under the Endangered Species Act. —U.S. Department of the Interior

LYMAN - The family of Ora Taylor Mascaro is excited to announce a birthday celebration in honor of her amazing 95 years. Ora was born on November 18, 1921 in Fremont, Utah to Wm. G. and Emily Bell (Duncan) Taylor. Ora is the sixth of 12 children in her family, nine girls and three boys. Ora spent her youth in Fremont and attended Wayne High. Ora has many fond memories from her youth and life on the Taylor family farm. After graduation, Ora moved to Salt Lake City seeking new adventures. Ora was swept off her feet by her sweetheart and eternal companion Frank Mascaro. They were married June 26, 1942. Ora and Frank were blessed with two children, Bob and Dave. Ora is the proud grandmother of 7 grandchildren, 11 great grandchildren and one great, great grandchild. Ora returned to Fremont in 2004 following Frank’s death to be close to her siblings. Ora has spent the last twelve years becoming reacquainted with old friends and making countless new ones. Ora has led a remarkable life of service in addition to her career as a beautician. Legendary Italian family dinners, Utah Jazz games and unconditional love and support are just a few of the many things Ora enjoys sharing with friends and family. Please join us for Ora’s birthday celebration November 19, 2016 at the Mill Lodge in Lyman, Utah from 12 noon to 6pm. Light refreshment will be served. No gifts please.

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ESCALANTE - Laurence Ervel "Larry" Christensen, 87, passed away November 12, 2016 at his home in Escalante. He was born April 29, 1930 in Escalante to Laurence Chris and Isabell Spencer Christensen. He married Ruth Naomi Burlingham, June 18, 1966 in Las Vegas, Nevada. The marriage was solemnized in the Salt Lake Temple July 12, 1980. She preceded him in death March 5, 2003. Larry served his country in both the Navy and the Air Force as a helicopter mechanic. After he retired from the military, his work continued in the field of helicopter maintenance, writing field manuals and being involved with training. He and Ruth moved back home to Escalante from Layton in the 1990's where he enjoyed logging until being almost 80 years old. He is survived by children: April (George III) Cepicky, Karen Christensen, Laura (Mark) Lisonbee, Gary Lee Christensen; grandchildren: Debbie (Craig) Bridgewater, Levi Christensen, Dalton (Kris) Lisonbee, Raynee Weems, Wade Christensen, Keegan Christensen, Jessica Christensen; great-grandchildren, Taylor, Canyon, Jerzy, Chanci, Chayni; siblings: Norman (Ardis) Christensen, Shiralee (Kenneth) Pratt, Sherrill "Uncle Tuck" (Dorothy) Alvey; and an extended family of cousins, nieces and nephews. Also preceding him in death are his parents; siblings: William Mohr, Clyde, Emerson, Nick, Julia, Howard, Samuel, Louis, Rolin. Graveside services will take place on Saturday, November 19, 2016 at 10:00 a.m. in the Escalante Cemetery. Military honors will be provided by the Escalante American Legion Post #0114. Funeral Directors, Magleby Mortuary, Richfield, Salina and Manti. Online guestbook www.maglebymortuary.com

WAYNE COMMUNITY HEALTH CENTER

Attention To better serve our community, Wayne Community Health Center will be adding on to our clinic and expanding our Pharmacy. Over the next few months you will see construction on the East side/Main entrance of our building. A new alternate entrance will be opened just to the north of our main doors. There will be “Patient Only” parking on the north east side of the clinic, and additional parking in the front and the northwest side of the clinic. All Physical Therapy and Vision parking will be around back on the back side of the Physical Therapy building. The entrance for Physical Therapy will be through the west parking lot. We will remain open throughout the construction.

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“Us vs. Them” The Fracking of the Human Psyche by aduS f. dorSey ii NOVEMBER 13, 2016 It was in the early 1970s, that a British social psychologist named Henri Tajfel explored a phenomenon he called the minimal group paradigm. As it would be, it is a concept we as human beings have observed since the dawn of man, even if only subconsciously. Ask any good social scientist and you will find that the human mind has a tendency to categorize people into social groups. And often these social groups can create an “Us vs. Them” mentality toward people who may be different than us in some way, whether it’s race, gender, age, nationality, culture, religion, or socioeconomic status. The crux of this old idea was to investigate the most minimalistic conditions that must exist for discrimination to occur within groups. What is amazing is that people tend to favor a group bias even when they are categorized on relatively meaningless distinctions, for example: eye color, what kind of cola they like, who is the best baseball team, where you live and where you came from. What this tells us is that we can potentially separate ourselves from a certain group of people on any random and arbitrary characteristic. Therefore, as we all know, everyone is susceptible to be a perpetrator and/or victims of social prejudice and ostracism, imagine that. So…. on the surface it appears that thinking of ourselves in terms of groups automatically leads to some kind of irrational group favoritism. It has also been observed that as human beings we often maximize relative in-group gain (“Group A” vs. “Group B”) rather than absolute in-

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Beautiful orange persimmons, and...what are those suspicious-looking green things??? group gain. What this means is become completely cogniis that on average people are zant of our tendency to put more willing to see their group people into groups, groups that “win,” rather than have out- ultimately create an “Us vs. comes where all people end up Them” mentality. It should be better overall. It shouldn’t be no secret that we see it all the that hard to see how this “Us time in politics (Republicans vs. Them” mentality can be vs. Democrats), war (pick any destructive to both ourselves one of them), in sports (Cubs and society as a whole, and af- vs. Indians), and in other aster giving it just a little thought pects of our varied culture. But (while, lets say sitting on the by the end of the day we must toilet for an extended period all jointly come to the concluof time) it becomes scary to sion that this type of thinking think just how susceptible we only creates constipation and all are to these biases, even unnecessary tension and anunder completely random cir- tagonism between everyone. cumstances. What it all boils down During the era of the cave to is that more times than not man and ancient tribal times, group thinking causes us to act it would be most beneficial irrationally and uncooperativefor us to think of unfamiliar ly because we are more conpeople as a potential threat cerned about conforming with and certainly treat them as our group instead of thinking such for ones own protection intelligently for ourselves, or and a sense of security. Today recognizing other people’s many of these socialistic cat- interests and values outside egories and stereotypes are of our own social circle. (HT propagated by the very society 1971) we live in through tradition A novel thought would and culture and in some so- be instead of seeing people in cieties are and mostly can be groups, a better perspective is mis-understood. But as history to see everyone as an individtells us we continue to believe ual worthy of respect, equalthem and in many ways they ity, and kindness, regardless of become self-fulfilling beliefs. what groups they may be catWhat we need to do first egorized in. It isn’t necessary

that we should ignore these common differences between us, but we certainly shouldn’t use them to judge people as “superior” or “inferior” – or see them as a battle between “Us vs. Them.” Despite such controversy, Mahzarin R. Banaji once said there is work done that is based on three totally noncontroversial psychological principles. The first, known as associative learning, simply says that our brains learn to connect two things very quickly. The second, bounded rationality, says that humans are imperfect decision makers. The third, unconscious inference, says that people make rapid assessments of a complex world. If we can just find it in ourselves to discard the ‘us versus them’ attitude, we will realize that there is no limitation as to what we can achieve. What is out there for one is out there for all. The better alternative is to act in cooperation to produce a combined result that is greater than the sum of our separate efforts. And let it be known and we have all seen it, that people with the ‘us versus them’ mentality with out question have difficulty sharing acknowledgement, reward, praise and power even with those who put in just as much if not more labor to produce the desired results. And the “us versus them” crowd often liken life to a cake. When someone gets a big slice, what is left of the cake is so much less for the others to share. Imagine a world……fill in the blank. Reference: Henri Tajfel, Social Identity theory, Mahzarin R. Banaji / Blindspot: Hidden Biases of Good People.

Analysis Shows 56,000 Utah Residents Might be Missing Out on Their Affordable Care Act Tax Credits SALT LAKE CITY Since the Affordable Care Act became law, millions of Americans gained coverage or found more affordable options thanks to premium tax credits available through the Health Insurance Marketplace. Today, the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) released data showing that 56,000 Utah residents who currently purchase off-Marketplace individual market coverage may qualify for tax credits if they shop for 2017 coverage through the Marketplace. Nationally, the report finds that 2.5 million Americans who currently purchase off-Marketplace individual market coverage may qualify for tax credits. “More than 9 million

Americans already receive financial assistance through the Health Insurance Marketplace to help keep coverage affordable, but today’s data show millions more Americans could benefit,” said Secretary Sylvia M. Burwell. “We encourage everyone to check out their options on HealthCare.gov or their state Marketplace and see if they qualify for financial assistance. Marketplace consumers who qualify for financial assistance usually have the option to buy coverage with a premium of less than $75 per month.” Today’s analysis estimates that about 6.9 million individuals currently purchase health insurance in the off-Marketplace individual market. Of

those, about 1.9 million either have incomes that would qualify them for Medicaid or place them in the Medicaid coverage gap or are ineligible to purchase Marketplace coverage due to immigration status, while the remainder could enroll in Marketplace qualified health plans (QHPs). Counting both Marketplace and off-Marketplace consumers, more than 70 percent of all QHP-eligible individuals currently insured through the individual market have incomes that could qualify them for tax credits. If the Marketplace-eligible uninsured are included as well, today’s analysis indicates that almost 80 percent of all Americans eligible for Marketplace coverage could qualify for tax credits based on their income. Many consumers remain unaware of the financial assistance available to them through the Marketplace. For example, a recent Commonwealth Fund survey found that only 52 percent of uninsured adults were aware that financial assistance is available through the Marketplaces. Tax credits available through the Marketplace are designed to both improve affordability and protect consumers from the impact of rate increases. Consumers may be eligible if their incomes are between 100 and 400 percent of the federal poverty level (about $100,000 for a family of four). If all premiums in an area go up, the large majority of Marketplace consumers will not have to pay more because tax credits will increase in parallel. A recent HHS analysis found that, in a hypothetical scenario where all 2017 rates increased by 25 percent, 73 percent of current Marketplace consumers would be able to purchase coverage for less than $75 per month thanks to tax credits.

During the upcoming Open Enrollment, HHS will be placing new emphasis on making sure people currently buying individual market coverage off-Marketplace know their options. For example: For the first time, our decisions about where to target our outreach efforts – from regional TV and radio to search and digital marketing – will be based in part on where we can reach these consumers, supplementing our continued use of data to target the remaining uninsured. We are strengthening our relationships with agents and brokers. Agents and brokers are a critical channel for reaching off-Marketplace consumers, who often purchase coverage with the help of an agent or broker. Changes this year, such as offering agents and brokers new Marketplace training tools and faster registration, will make it easier for agents and brokers to enroll people in Marketplace plans. Improvements to agent and broker education and resources will ensure that they and their customers know all their options. We are working with issuers to provide consumers with more and better information about the Marketplace. This includes updating standard notices to make them shorter, simpler, and more user friendly. We are making it easier for issuers to facilitate transitions from a parents’ plan into the Marketplace. Specifically, recent guidance from the Department of Labor makes clear that the sponsors of employer plans can – and are encouraged to – provide additional information that will help young adults understand their options and enroll in Marketplace coverage as appropriate. — U.S. Department of Health & Human Services

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NOTICE TO CONTRACTORS GARFIELD COUNTY Separate and sealed bids from qualified bidders for the Cannonville Irrigation EWP Project will be received by Garfield County Public Works Department on or before 3:00P.M., Wednesday, December 7, 2016, at the Commission Chambers of the Garfield County Courthouse in Panguitch, Utah. They will then be publicly opened and read aloud. Garfield County is a tax-exempt local government and reserves the right to reject any or all bids. Contractors may obtain plans and specifications for a cost of $20 per copy from the Garfield County Public Works Department located at 55 South Main, P.O. Box 77, Panguitch, UT 84759, phone (435) 676-1101. Prospective bidders may be required to demonstrate qualified status by documenting successful completion of similar type and size work and listing equipment and personnel to be used on the project. Demonstration of the bidder's qualified status shall be provided upon the County’s request Published in The Wayne and Garfield County Insider on NOVEMBER 3, 10, 17, & 24 and DECEMBER 2, 2016 PUBLIC NOTICE PANGUITCH CEMETERY DISTRICT Budget Hearing will be held November 17, 2016 at 6:00 pm in the City Council Chambers, 25 South 200 East, City offices and Library building. Published in The Wayne and Garfield County Insider on NOVEMBER 10 & 17, 2016

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NOTICE TO WATER USERS The applications below were filed with the Division of Water Rights in Wayne County. These are informal proceedings per Rule R655-6-2. Protests concerning an application must be legibly written or typed, contained the name and mailing address of the protesting party, STATE THE APPLICATION NUMBER PROTESTED, CITE REASONS FOR THE PROTEST, and REQUEST A HEARING, if desired. Also, A $15 FEE MUST BE INCLUDED FOR EACH APPLICATION PROTESTED. Protests must be filed with the Division of Water Rights, PO Box 146300, Salt Lake City, UT 84114-6300, or by hand delivery to a Division office during normal business hours ON OR BEFORE DECEMBER 14, 2016. Please visit http://waterrights.utah.gov or call (801)-538-7240 for additional information. NEW APPLICATION(S) 95-5365 (): Hydro Conduit Energy, LLC propose(s) using 25.0 cfs. from the Oak Creek (Sandy Ranch Area) for HYDROPOWER. CHANGE APPLICATION(S) 61-3089(a42107): Coyote & East Fork Irrigation Company, Dean and JoAnn Jones, Kasey King propose(s) using 10.5 acft. from groundwater (Bryce Canyon area) for MUNICIPAL: In Bristlecone Water Improvement District. 61-3092(a42110): Mike Bowers, Guy R. Coons and Linda L. Coons propose(s) using 0.0082 cfs or 1.0 ac-ft. from groundwater (3 miles southeast of Panguitch) for IRRIGATION; STOCKWATERING; DOMESTIC. The CLAIM(S) FOR DILIGENCE below were filed with the Division of Water Rights in Wayne County. These are informal proceedings per Rule R655-6-2. Persons challenging this CLAIM may file an action through the district court. Persons with information protesting the filing of the following claim(s) may file such statements with the State Engineer, Box 146300, Salt Lake City, UT 84114-6300, on or before DECEMBER 14, 2016. A $15.00 FEE WILL BE CHARGED FOR EACH SUCH PROTEST FILED. 95-35 (): USA Forest Service, USA Forest Service propose(s) using 114.54 ac-ft. from the Surface sources within the sub-basin boundary (Sub-basin 95 (F2)) for STOCKWATERING; WILDLIFE: Water is also used for wildlife purposes year round. 95-611 (D1410): USA Forest Service, USA Forest Service propose(s) using 112.75 ac-ft. from the Surface sources within the sub-basin boundary (Sub-basin 95 (F1)) for STOCKWATERING; WILDLIFE: Water is also used for wildlife purposes year round. Kent L. Jones, P.E., STATE ENGINEER Published in The Wayne and Garfield County Insider on NOVEMBER 17 & 24, 2016

PUBLIC NOTICE WAYNE COUNTY Notice is hereby given, to the citizens of Wayne County, that an audit of the 2016 General Election By-Mail ballots will be conducted on Tuesday, November 22, 2016 at 10:00am in the Commission Chambers at the Wayne County Courthouse, 18 South Main, Loa. Ryan Torgerson, Wayne County Clerk/Auditor Published in The Wayne and Garfield County Insider on NOVEMBER 17, 2016

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How a Little Work Could Lead to Over $1,000 in Savings by nathaniel Sillin

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BLM Speeds Up Renewable Energy Development

SALT LAKE CITY - The Bureau of Land Management has finalized rules that encourage increased solar and wind energy production on public lands, and it's making Utah a priority. The policies create a competitive process similar to the way oil and gas leases are granted. The new rules also offer financial incentives to steer production away from key environmental, cultural and recreational resources, said Alex Daue, assistant director of energy and climate at The Wilderness Society. "And this rule will ensure

that our public lands continue to be a place where we can build wind and solar projects delivering clean energy, growing our economy and protecting the places that people love in the West," Daue said. The BLM said that putting some 700,000 acres of public lands to work in Arizona, California, Nevada, New Mexico, Colorado and Utah should help the agency reach the Obama administration's goal of developing 20,000 megawatts of renewable power by 2020. Shifting political winds after Donald Trump's

upset victory have put the future of many of the current administration's environmental initiatives into question, notably the EPA's Clean Power Plan. Daue said he is confident the BLM's new policies can withstand the GOP control of the White House and Congress. "With the rule-making, BLM will be receiving fair market value for the use of public lands as called for by Congress. And western communities strongly support more renewable energy development," Daue said. "We think that it will stand on its own merits and should stand the

test of time." Under the old rules, he added, getting a permit for development could take up to two years, but the new streamlined process should cut that time by more than half for areas with high powergeneration potential. The regulations will become effective 30 days after they are published in the Federal Register. —Bureau of Land Management

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