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President Trump Shrinks Bears Ears & GSENM— Again by Katie McKellar | Utah News Dispatch GSENM - President Donald Trump signed a pair of executive orders on Monday, July 13, to again shrink Bears Ears and Grand Staircase-Escalante national monuments in Utah—this time more dramatically, by about 3 million acres or 90% of their original size. Utah’s all-Republican congressional delegation, Gov. Spencer Cox and House Speaker Mike Schultz stood around Trump’s desk in the Oval Office during the closed-door signing that was live-streamed on YouTube by the White House. “Let’s sign,” Trump said as he put pen to paper. “This is very nice. I’m very happy about this. And better than the first time.” While signing the second executive order, Trump added: “Almost 3 million acres, going to be well taken Monuments Cont'd on A6

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July 13, 2026

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Disabled Outdoorsmen of Utah Holds 6th Annual Landon Hatch Disabled Youth Shed Hunt Event The shed hunt event was renamed in honor of Landon Hatch—a Panguitch teen and member of Disabled Outdoorsmen of Utah—and encourages individuals with disabilities to enjoy outdoor recreational activities by Jaynie Connor Photo Courtesy Brandin Hatch

Participants and their families at the 6th annual Landon Hatch Disabled Youth Shed Hunt event at “Billy’s Ranch” on June 20th of this year. The event was organized by a nonprofit, Disabled Outdoorsmen of Utah, also known as DO Utah, and is named in honor and memory of Landon Hatch, a member of DO Utah and a Panguitch local who passed away at age 19 in 2025. DO Utah is committed to empowering individuals with disabilities to enjoy outdoor recreational activities. Their mission is to enhance accessibility for activities such as hunting, fishing, shooting sports, camping, and other outdoor adventures. PANGUITCH - A private property south of Panguitch called “Billy’s Ranch” was the host of the 6th annual Landon Hatch Disabled Youth Shed Hunt event on June 20th of this

What to Know About Bats in Utah and How to Prevent Conflicts With Them

Courtesy Utah Division of Wildlife Resources

Most Utahns probably associate bats with fall and the Halloween season, but you shouldn’t be surprised if you find one in or around your home during the summer months. Utahns may see more bats during July and August because the baby bats (called pups) are learning to fly and leaving their roosts for the first time. SALT LAKE CITY Most Utahns probably associate bats with fall and the Halloween season, but you shouldn’t be surprised if you find one in or around your home during the summer months. Utahns may see more bats during July and August because the baby bats (called pups) are learning to fly and leaving their

ted to empowering individuals with disabilities to enjoy outdoor recreational activities. Their mission

GARFIELD CO. At the July 13, 2026, Garfield County Commission meeting, Commissioner David Tebbs reported encouraging progress rebuilding the Ticaboo Fire Department, saying several residents have stepped forward to volunteer after the department struggled with staffing. Tebbs said the county is also exploring a solar and battery storage project that could help lower electricity costs for residents. He also thanked emergency responders and volunteers who helped make the recent Bryce Canyon Ultras a success. Commissioner Jerry Taylor reported continued progress toward establishing a satellite dinosaur museum in

roosts for the first time. Here’s what you should know about bats in Utah and what to do if you encounter them. Utah is home to eighteen confirmed bat species, but there may be more. The greatest diversity of bat species in the state is in Bats Cont'd on A3

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year. The event was organized by a nonprofit, Disabled Outdoorsmen of Utah, also known as DO Utah, with immense support from the Hatch family, friends, and commu-

nity. The event is named in honor and memory of Landon Hatch, a member of DO Utah and a Panguitch local who passed away at age 19 in 2025. DO Utah is commit-

4th Annual Elkhorn Earth Skills Gathering Offers How Does Your Garden Nature-Based Classes in Week-Long Event in Boulder, August 2-8 Grow? Tips for July by JayDee Gunnell | Utah State University Extension Horticulturist UTAH - It can be a challenge to keep gardens growing as temperatures heat up, so Utah State University Extension provides a Gardener’s Almanac to help. The Almanac includes information to keep your yard and garden at their best, in spite of the heat. • Start enjoying the tomato harvest. • Fertilize potatoes with nitrogen in early July. • Harvest summer squash and zucchini while they are still small and tender. • Deep water established trees and shrubs about once a month during the heat of summer. Garden Tips Cont'd on B2

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The annual Elkhorn Earth Skills Gathering will take place from August 2-8 in Boulder, Utah, along Scenic Byway 12 (near Escalante and between the Grand Staircase-Escalante National Monument and Capitol Reef National Park). Elkhorn is a week-long, family-friendly event (with a morning kids camp), and breakfast and dinner will be served. Nature-based classes will be offered from over thirty-five instructors throughout the week. BOULDER - The annual Elkhorn Earth Skills Gathering will take place from August 2-8 in Boulder, Utah, along Scenic Byway 12 (near Escalante and between the Grand StaircaseEscalante National Monu-

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UPCOMING EVENTS... Garfield County Fair and Junior Livestock Show

August 3 - 8

THURS. JULY 23 - WED. JULY 29

High chance for thunderstorms Wednesday (70%), with chances decreasing going into the weekend and into next week. Highs in the high 70s to high 80s; lows in the 50s.

ment and Capitol Reef National Park). Elkhorn is a weeklong, family-friendly event (with a morning kids camp), and breakfast and dinner will be served. Nature-based classes will be offered from

Knowing what's right doesn't mean much unless you do what's right. —Theodore Roosevelt

Wayne County Fair

August 10 - 15

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Garfield Commission Honors Elaine Baldwin with the 2026 Patriot Award

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Garfield County Commissioner Taylor, Commissioner Tebbs, Elaine Baldwin, and Commissioner Pollock. The Garfield County Commissioners honored Elaine Baldwin with the 2026 Patriot Award. Elaine has been instrumental in Garfield County's America250 Utah celebration. She has worked tirelessly to ensure the cities were aware of funding for celebrations and to make sure Garfield County is part of the national and statewide celebrations. Thanks, Elaine, for all of your help. —Garfield County

Darron Matthews Receives Longevity Award from Garfield Commissioners

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Garfield County Public Works Director Dave Dodds, Garfield County Commissioner Tebbs, Darron Matthews, Commissioner Pollock, and Commissioner Taylor. The Garfield County Commissioners awarded Darron Matthews a longevity award at the Garfield Commission meeting on July 13. Darron has been with the Garfield County road depatment for fifteen years. Congratulations, Darron, we appreciate your service. —Garfield County

Letters to the Editor

Missing the Boat I fear the State of Utah is not thinking clearly and has become enthralled with the idea of nuclear power for a data center or for small and medium size towns. There are considerable costs to build nuclear plants, especially downstream (think nuclear waste storage). In spite of efforts to kill green energy and "drill baby, drill," an incredible, verifiable

fact gets in the way: the cost of renewable energy (solar, wind, hydro) is now cheaper than coal and oil, and will soon drop below the cost of natural gas. And the declining price of batteries is right behind them. Maybe Utahns don't want to hear about what's happening in California, a state offers instruction: the amount of renewable energy developed in Califor-

nia in the last three years is equal to twenty-one nuclear power plants. California is using 60% less natural gas for power generation than it did two years ago. There are two large solar farms south of Las Vegas: one in California and one in Nevada. Each of them can produce enough electricity to supply a city of 140,000 homes. Utah is missing the

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boat. Renewable energy is the cheapest and most efficient way to produce electricity. It doesn't pollute, it doesn't come with the risks of nuclear generation, and it doesn't spoil the environment the way burning oil and gas does. As Bill McKibben says: "We're not short of energy, we're short of time." Please wake up, Utah. Bill Barrett, Torrey

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July 23, 2026

Bats: Bats are the only mammals capable of true flight. They

are found throughout the state and can be abundant wherever they can find food, shelter and water. Utah’s bats feed almost exclusively on insects. —Kimberly Hersey, Utah Division of Wildlife Resources Mammal Conservation Coordinator

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southern Utah. “Bats are the only mammals capable of true flight,” Utah Division of Wildlife Resources Mammal Conservation Coordinator Kimberly Hersey said. “They are found throughout the state and can be abundant wherever they can find food, shelter and water. Utah’s bats feed almost exclusively on insects.” Bats rely on standing water for both drinking and as a source of insects. Female bats have increased water needs when they are producing milk for their young. When insects aren’t available during the winter months, many of Utah’s bats either migrate or hibernate (although some species do a combination of both and others stay active yearround). “Sometimes, bats hibernate in caves and mines, and recent research in the western states has shown that many bat species also hibernate in the crevices of cliffs,” Hersey said. “Bats in Utah do not usually hibernate in large groups like they do in many eastern U.S. states—they typically hibernate either in small groups or by themselves.” Five Utah bat species migrate each year. They fly south from late August through October and then return in April and May. “Encounters with bats seem to spike in September as the migratory species—especially the Mexican free-tailed bat—move around Utah,” Hersey said. “However, there are a few simple things that homeowners can do to prevent conflicts during these times of year when bats are the most active.” What to do if bats are roosting in your attic Groups of bats in homes are often maternity colonies of female bats and their babies. The females typically come out of hibernation and take up residence in a structure to give birth, usually in May or June. They then have their babies and begin to

increase their activity to support lactation—this is typically when people begin to notice the bats. The young also start becoming more active and learn to fly then. “From June to August is the hardest time of year for dealing with bat nuisance issues,” Hersey said. “Since the young can't fly yet and are reliant on their mother’s milk, preventing the mothers from returning to their roosting spot will kill the babies. Because bats are a protected wildlife species, it’s illegal to kill them. Poorly timed removals can also lead to bats inside attics suddenly finding their way inside someone’s home because the mothers are trying to reach their young. So, unless there is a human health and safety issue where bats are coming into close contact with people, we do not permit bat colony removal during this time of year. However, you can take actions to prevent them from getting into the living areas of your home. Although it may be inconvenient, you should wait until the young can fly, and then you can safely, humanely and permanently address the issue and prevent them from roosting on your property in the future.” If you suspect there is a colony of bats in your attic, you should contact a local, permitted wildlife nuisance control company for help. The DWR will then coordinate with that company to authorize the removal at specific times of the year that won’t harm the pups. What to do if you discover bats inside your house Because bats can be carriers of rabies—a deadly virus that can be transmitted to people—you should never handle a bat with your bare hands. If you do have physical contact with a bat, contact your local health department for guidance. If you find a bat inside the living area of your home, open a door or window, turn off the lights inside your house and turn on a porch light outside. Leave the room and allow the bat to leave on its own. If the bat does not

make its way outside on its own, you can carefully remove it. Here are tips for removing bats from your home: • Wearing heavy leather gloves, place a small box or can over the bat. • To create a lid, slide a piece of cardboard between the can and the surface where the bat was located (usually a wall or curtain), enclosing the bat inside the container. • Then, take the bat outside and release it on a tree or other high object. Bats will also occasionally use porches or overhangs as a night roost, where they can rest, digest their food and excrete waste between meals. If bats are regularly using a porch, try hanging streamers, balloons or other objects (like old CDs) that will move with a breeze. This seems to discourage bats from staying in the area. Tips to prevent bats from roosting in your attic • Cool your attic with fans to make it uncomfortable for bats to take up residence. • Inspect the outside of the building for openings and gaps in siding, chimneys and roof lines. • Seal cracks and holes with caulking, hardware cloth, foam rubber, foam sealant, tar paper and chimney caps. Do not do this, however, when bats have pups from May through August. Fall is the best time to seal these openings, especially when bats are vacating their roosts. • After August, when the young can fly, you can also place bird netting over an exterior opening. Staple it down at the top and the sides, leaving the base open. Bats will be able to drop down the netting to leave, but cannot reenter the roost. Leave the netting in place for four to five days or until all the bats have left, and then seal the holes. For more tips and safety information regarding bats, visit the Wild Aware Utah website. —Utah Division of Wildlife Resources

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Wills, Trusts, and More Protecting Your Beneficiary’s Inheritance by Jeffery J. McKenna

Getting an inheritance in any format is great! However, getting an inheritance in trust may be even better. Let me explain. Most clients want all or at least part of their estate to go to an individual such as a spouse, child, close family member or friend. Usually, the clients have no special concerns about how the named beneficiary will manage the inheritance. In such a situation, the client may say, “I just want the inheritance to go outright to the beneficiary, with no restrictions.” However, is that really the “best” format? What if a few restrictions could yield significant protection for the inherited assets? An option to strongly consider is having the inheritance go to the beneficiary in an Inherited Subtrust. During the beneficiary’s lifetime, the subtrust holds the assets for the benefit of the beneficiary, with distribution as needed to pay for the beneficiary’s health, education, maintenance

and support expenses. Although the named beneficiary can manage the trust as the trustee of the subtrust, and receives trust assets as needed, the beneficiary does not own the assets when they are held by the subtrust, which provides significant protection from creditors. The fact that the beneficiary of the subtrust is not the owner, and has never been the owner of the assets, is the key. While a creditor or divorcing spouse can attach (and take) what someone owns, it is much harder for a creditor to take the assets that are owned and managed in an inherited subtrust. This method of leaving assets in a subtrust for beneficiaries can be a great way to leave an inheritance. The assets remain available to the beneficiary for their health, education, maintenance and support. The beneficiary can serve as their own trustee and, with certain limitations, can control the use and distribution of the assets.

Also, the beneficiary can have the power to appoint the trust assets to the people or institutions the recipient wants to benefit upon the recipient’s death. Finally, and perhaps most significantly, as noted above, leaving inherited assets in a subtrust can help protect the assets from creditors. The subtrust format has two principal inconveniences for the recipient. First, after the grantor dies, but only after the grantor dies, the assets received must always be titled in the name of the subtrust. Second, the subtrust must file its own separate income tax return. Again, the extra tax return is only filed after the death of the original person creating the general trust. In conclusion, before just “giving the inheritance outright” to those you love, consider including a subtrust in your general trust. This relatively simple modification can make a huge difference and better protect the assets you are leaving for loved ones.

Now with Richfield and Panguitch offices to serve clients in and around the surrounding counties. Jeffery J. McKenna is a local attorney whose practice has been focused on Estate Planning for over 25 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 jeff@bmo.law or visit the firm’s website at www.bmolawfirm.com. He would enjoy hearing from you.

July 23, 2026

tHe lAuGhiNg pOiNt!! Haunted Forest

I went to this haunted house for exploration. It was near the forest, so the local guide warned me that I might find some wild animals there. Sure enough, there was a panda. When I offered it some food, I was taken aback because it suddenly started talking. Turned out that it was a ghost panda, and it only ate bam-booooo!

Homework

My brother came back from school all motivated because he said he would be following a new diet from that day. We didn't give it much thought until my brother started eating his homework for dinner. When we stopped him and asked why he was doing that, he replied, "I was just trying to see how it tasted because my teacher said that the homework would be a piece of cake for me."

Matchmaker

In my neighborhood, there was a couple who had given their twin sons very weird names. One was named Trouble, while the other boy's name was Mind Your Own Business. So, one day they were playing hide and seek. Mind Your Business counted to a hundred and then started looking for his brother. But somehow he couldn't find him anywhere. He saw a police car passing the neighborhood, so he stopped it to ask for help. When the police officer asked him for his name, he replied, "Mind Your Own Business!" Feeling insulted, the A man died today police officer still asked when a pile of books fell on politely who he was lookhim. ing for. Mind Your Own He only had his shelf Business replied, "I am to blame. looking for Trouble!"

PUNishment

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

Barber

A second guy walks into a barber shop, straight after the first guy, who is his identical twin. The barber looks perplexed, rubs his eyes, and asks, "Did you forget something or did I just imagine cutting your hair?" The second guy grins and says, "Well, I did always want to be in two places at once. Today, I finally am!"

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Camping ACROSS 1. Soapy enemy 5. Architect's software, acr. 8. Professional number cruncher, acr. 11. Through, to a poet 12. Z, NATO phonetic alphabet 13. Garden pest 15. Chinese monetary unit 16. Sportscaster Andrews 17. Certain water birds 18. *Luxury camping 20. Scratch's target 21. Same as coho 22. DNA transmitter 23. Explanation backed by evidence 26. Gottfried ____, calculus co-creator 30. R in rpm 31. Er on Periodic table 34. Bowling ball path 35. Arabic VIPs 37. .0000001 joule 38. Financial woes 39. Cecum, pl. 40. "Et tu, Brute?" speaker 42. Food morsel 43. Siren, e.g. 45. *____ camping, or camping without shelter 47. Siesta 48. "There it is," à Paris 50. Gold or frankincense or myrrh, e.g. 52. *Fire starter 55. American chameleon 56. Antioxidant-rich berry 57. New Mexico art colony 59. Nymph chaser 60. Nonclerical 61. Poet Pound 62. High school parent org. 63. Be off base

64. Ready for picking DOWN 1. Eye infection 2. College party chant 3. Russia's ____ Mountains 4. Western European city-state 5. Collectible in a cabinet 6. Skirt shape 7. Animal waste 8. Chocolate candy, to a Brit 9. Essence 10. Marketing creations 12. Gentle breeze 13. Raspberry drupelets 14. *Like drinking water 19. Customs and conventions 22. "Losing My Religion" band 23. *Leave no ____ 24. Egyptian falcon god 25. Put out on a curb 26. Totes or tugs

27. Orient's bigwig 28. Preface, e.g. 29. Piquant 32. *____ bag or ____ canister 33. Rage 36. *Waterproof cover (2 words) 38. Funny 40. Large edible mushroom 41. Of low pH 44. Serve food at events 46. Restaurant staff member 48. "The _____ of Wakefield" 49. On the radio (2 words) 50. *Annoying biting fly 51. Tiny quantity 52. Leafy green 53. Like Hitler's Germany 54. *Good Ol' Raisins and Peanuts 55. Venomous snake 58. Greek letters on campus Solution on B5

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Obituaries Kathleen H. Williams

ESCALANTE - Kathleen H. Williams, passed away peacefully on July 13, 2026, in her home in Escalante, Utah.She was 96 years old. Kathleen was born in Brigham City, Utah to James and Frances Hall on October 27,1929 (the same day the Great Depression started). She was 5th of 6 children. She graduated high school in Brigham City then attended Weber State College and received an associate’s degree in science. She then attended USU in Logan, Utah where she met the love of her life, Lee Williams. She was working on attaining her Bachelor’s degree in teaching elementary school when she contracted Polio on her birthday the month after they tied the knot. She was such a fighter that even polio or raising seven children could not keep her down. She never complained about her lot in life and was an example to all that met her. Together they lived in so many towns and cities we don’t have enough space to name them all. They finally settled in Escalante Utah, where they became loved members of the community for over 40 years. They loved camping and spending time with family and never missed an opportunity to travel. Kathleen was preceded in death by her husband Lee Williams, her granddaughters Angela Lee Coleman and Sheryl Lynn Allen. She is survived by her children: Debra Staples-Daw (Dallas), David Williams (Helen), Jolene Mallard (Duen), Eileen Gerloff (David), Bob Williams (Debbie), Dennis Williams (Beth) and Lori Coleman (Clayne), 30 grandchildren, about 77 great grandchildren and many great, great grandchildren. Funeral services will be held on Saturday, August 1, 2026, at the Escalante LDS chapel. Viewing will be from 10 - 11:30 AM prior to funeral services at 12 PM. Interment will be at the Escalante Cemetery, under the direction of Cedar Valley Funerals, 2086 North Main Street, Cedar City Utah (435-865-9000 - cedarvalleyfuneral.com). We are so grateful for everyone that shared their weeks and weekends with mom to assist in caring for her, that enable her to pass in her own home. To Dawna Jones who shared in the care of mom and the home health nurses and aids, we express our gratitude for all you help. Online condolences can be sent to www.cedarvalleyfuneral.com.

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FYI Panguitch by Mack Oetting ~ mackoetting @gmail.com Another big event is happening this Friday, which is the July 24th Pioneer Day celebration; it has finally arrived. It all starts off with the Panguitch Lions Club breakfast at Zions Bank. It will be a fun time, with music and karaoke singing, along with your breakfast. Breakfast will be served from 7:30 to 9:30 and will be pancakes, eggs, bacon, sausage, and all of the treats that go with this meal. Prices are $7.00 for adults, kids five to ten are $5.00, and kids four years and younger eat free. At 10:00 starts our biggest parade, with floats, old cars, class reunion wagons, marching cheerleaders, and fire engines. Kids should bring your bags for carrying all your candy. Parents watch your kids so that they don’t run in front of one of the vehicles. After the parade, it will be time for the DUP program at the Panguitch Stake Center and a patriotic program. It will feature many of the talented sing-

ers that will feature songs of the country. They will bring historical narratives to life through music. Then at 12:30, the firefighters will have their annual luncheon at the Garfield County Fair Building. Then it is nap time, so just relax or go for a ride. Up next is the Garfield County Fair in early August. Get your artwork, hand-crafted items, and livestock together, and get ready to win a prize. The fair runs most of the week, so there will be a complete ad on what’s what and when it takes place. Then another biggie is the ATV Rally and its many rides around our area. This is a four-day event, and they try to limit the riders to around threehundred, so there won’t be so many in each ride. So locals should go and sign up for some rides, many of which are to places you have never been before. For the first time since we have lived here, we will have something to do on Labor Day weekend. On

Friday and Saturday of the holiday, there will be a car show, and it will give you something to do. I guess the monsoons just don’t love Panguitch. So far, we have had only a few drops to about fifteen minutes of rain. It looks like they are going to last for quite a few more days. Hopefully, some of that weather will come our way. Our lake is down really low, and I don’t know how long our ditch water will last. The other night on TV, they had flash flood warnings out for Washington Iron, Kane, Beaver, Piute, and Sevier counties, but not for Garfield County. I watched the World Cup for soccer, and if this was its best, they didn’t win me as someone who would watch it again. It was two hours of no one scoring a point. Spain shot twenty-one times at goal, and they finally scored. Argentina shot zero times during that time, and it looked like a game of keep-a-way, which is bor-

ing. They kept extending the game for fifteen minutes, and they did that twice. It looks like the president has driven the final peg in the coffin of southern Utah’s tourist business. First, they implemented a $100 extra fee on all tourists not from the U.S. who enter eleven of the most popular national parks Now, they have cut the size of Bears Ears and Grand StaircaseEscalante national monuments by 90%. The tourist business is way down with all of the businesses in Garfield County. I will think again before I vote for our politicians, who seems to love the president more than those that are trying to live in southern Utah. Do you ever think about the things that went on in your life by pure accident? What change it made in your life, either for the good or bad? In my life, I could fill a book with these incidents. Mack O.

Obituaries Ted Robert Engberg ESCALANTE - Ted Robert Engberg passed away July 12, 2026, at his home in Escalante, Utah, from complications of pulmonary hypertension heart and lung disease. He was born on July 31, 1961, in Bakersfield, California, to James & Lora Mae Rutherford Mcfarland. They were later divorced, and Lora married Flint Engberg who raised Ted as his own. He had an unbreakable bond with both of his parents. Ted spent his growing up years in Valdez and Gakona, Alaska, graduating from high school in 1979 where he enjoyed track, boxing, bowling, music and singing. Part of his education included missing school for numerous hunting trips in the mountains of Alaska where he helped his Dad, Flint, run Flint’s Guide Service. He attended Alaska Vocational Technical Center and graduated with his certificate in welding in 1983. He moved with his parents to Nevada when he was in his late twenties to help them run an ATV business and then they moved on to Escalante, Utah, where Ted worked for Utah Forest Products and then Turnabout Ranch for eighteen years helping troubled youth. It was after moving to Escalante in the 1990’s that Ted and his Mom, Lora, joined the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter Day Saints. Soon afterwards he met the love of his life, Laura Davis. They were married in Escalante, Utah, on October 10, 2005, and sealed for time and all eternity in the St. George Temple on August 2, 2006. They were very close and weren’t afraid to show their affection. They laughed and loved and had many happy years together and supported each other completely through all the good times and the hard times. They raised Laura’s three children, Paul, Leeland, and Shilo, through all the thick and thin. They remember him playing games with them like Bucking Bronc through the house and Shoot the Cougar where everyone including Ted wore Pepsi boxes on their heads for protection. Ted always put his kids first before his own needs. He was a very fun Dad, and as they got older, he gave them wonderful advice and by example showed them how to be men. They were the Four Musketeers and all their antics were about teasing their wife and Mom. As Paul put it, he caused a lot of positive chaos. Their home was filled with love and laughter and he always greeted you coming and going. “I Love You Son,” and “I Love You Sweetheart,” were said frequently throughout the day. Ted was known for being a hoot. He was quick witted, always bubbly and cracking jokes, laughing, smiling, using funny voices and looking at the brighter side of things. He was the type of guy that looked at the cup half full rather than half empty. He was always there for everyone and loved to help people out. Music was a big part of Ted’s life. In his younger years, he and his Mom did a lot of singing together. He had a beautiful tenor voice and was always willing to share it for numerous programs, funerals and events. He and his singing partner, Brent Griffin, entertained the Senior Citizens and bus tours for several years and had a lot of fun doing it. His voice was a big part of the Escalante Christmas Cantata for many years. Even when he started using oxygen, he still continued to sing, and he did it well. Ted’s other hobbies included hunting, fishing, reloading, tinkering on vehicles, cooking, writing poetry, teasing and joking around. It was very difficult for Ted as his health started to fail and he became limited on the things he once was able to do. He tried to stay positive and in the process became closer to his Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ. He went through a refiner’s fire and he did it with grace. Ted, the talents, music and laughter you have shared with all of us will never be forgotten along with your many teachings. We will love and miss you forever. Ted is preceded in death by his parents, Flint and Lora Engberg, James Mcfarland and Delroy Davis. He is survived by his sweetheart, Laura Engberg, Escalante, UT; his sons, Paul Allen Sorensen, Escalante, UT; Leeland Dell Sorensen (Amber Campbell), Enterprise, UT; and Shilo Wayne Sorensen (Astrid Lothbrok), Escalante, UT; and his beloved dog, Rambo; Debbie (Dave) Travers, Anchorage, AK; Lee Mcfarland, Salt Lake City, UT; Mother in law, Jeanie Davis, Escalante, UT, Lee (Cindy) Davis; Mesquite, NV; Terry Davis, Escalante, UT; Verl (JoAnna) Davis, Escalante, UT; and Doug (Lorraine) Davis, Escalante, UT; and two step grandchildren. Funeral Services were held Thursday, July 16, 2026 at 11:00 am in the Escalante Ward Chapel. There was a viewing prior to services from 9:00 to 10:30 am at the church. Interment was in the Escalante Cemetery. Funeral Directors: Magleby Mortuary, Richfield, Salina and Manti. Online guestbook www.maglebymortuary. com

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care of now.” The move continues a longstanding game of tugof-war between multiple presidential administrations that has changed the boundaries of the national monuments several times over nearly a decade. It also marks the second time Trump has slashed the size of the monuments. In 2017, during his first term as president, Trump shrank Bears Ears from about 1.35 million acres to roughly 228,000 acres and Grand Staircase-Escalante from about 1.87 million acres to roughly 1 million acres. In 2021, former President Joe Biden restored both of the monuments to their original sizes, to frustration from Republicans and applause from conservation groups and tribes. This time, Trump shrunk Bears Ears to about 121,000 acres and Grand Staircase-Escalante to about 182,000 acres, according to a news release issued by Utah Gov. Spencer Cox’s office. When he cut the national monuments the first time nearly ten years ago, Trump’s cuts were applauded by Republican state elected leaders, saying it freed the land from federal control and allowed more public access for hunting, ranching and economic development. Conservation groups and tribes reacted with outrage and lawsuits, arguing Trump lacked the authority to downsize the protections. Bears Ears in particular has deep spiritual and cultural significance for tribes. Utah Republicans cheer On Monday, Utah’s top Republican leaders again lauded Trump’s reduction of both monuments, saying it will better allow the lands to be managed and preserved while also enabling better public access. They said the monuments’ smaller sizes provides more targeted protection for valuable land, arguing the original designations spanned too large. “We deeply value these natural, cultural, and scientific treasures,” Cox, Utah’s governor, said in a prepared statement. “The question has never been whether to protect them, but how to protect them best. The historic landmarks and other nationally significant resources remain under federal protection, while allowing agencies to direct limited resources toward caring for these specific sites rather than millions of surrounding acres.” Utah Sen. Mike Lee, while standing in the Oval Office behind Trump, said the Antiquities Act has been “abused” by turning larger than necessary swaths of land into monuments. Trump, he said, “is rightsizing it to bring it in compliance with what the law says.” “These are 3 million acres. As I explained to President Biden, that’s two Delawares,” Lee said. Utah Rep. Celeste Maloy said both monuments were created “over the unanimous opposition of Utah’s federal delegation, our governors, county commissioners, the locals who were worried about losing multiple uses on these federal lands.” She applauded Trump for “listening to the people of Utah and saying, ‘We know you value this land, you want it used for multiple use and not locked up.’ And so this is a very different process in how the monuments were created.” Trump’s orders also come after Lee and Maloy

crafted a proposal to repeal Biden-era standards for managing the vast Grand Staircase monument, calling them too restrictive on uses like road access and too far from what neighboring communities wanted. That plan, however, has since stalled. Environmental groups, tribal leaders and Utah Democrats express outrage Members of the Grand Staircase-Escalante InterTribal Coalition issued a lengthy statement strongly condemning the move to “virtually eliminate” the monuments while calling for “the defense and protection” of their ancestral lands. “Our Tribes were not informed of or asked about this decision, and that’s unacceptable. The federal government must honor its Trust and Treaty obligations to our Tribes—it is not optional,” Autumn Gillard, inter-tribal coalition coordinator who is a descendent of the Cedar Band of Paiutes, said in a prepared statement. “Today’s action is a direct strike against the federal government’s duty to consult with Tribes. It also profoundly disrespects our intergenerational Traditional Knowledge by destroying a framework for Tribal co-stewardship over our ancestral lands in which we invested years of effort. Today’s action cannot stand.” Utah House’s top Democrat, Minority Leader Angela Romero—who is the first and only enrolled member of a federally recognized tribe to serve in the Utah House— said in a prepared statement that “this back-and-forth with every administration has to stop.” “These lands deserve the protections that come with national monument status,” she said. “Less than a decade ago, the Trump administration reduced protections for these same monuments despite overwhelming public support and the objections of the Tribal Nations whose ancestors have lived on these lands for thousands of years.” Romero said the federal government “should honor Tribal Nations’ wishes by protecting these sacred lands from unnecessary development and overuse.” “These are places where Tribal history, culture, and spiritual traditions continue today. Future generations deserve the opportunity to experience these places as they have existed for centuries,” Romero said. The Center for Western Priorities, a conservation advocacy group, issued a news release after Monday’s signing saying Trump shrunk the monuments “based on false information.” The group pointed to a moment during the signing when Trump falsely said: “You can’t do anything. You can’t go hunting. You can’t go fishing. You can’t do anything. You can virtually not even walk on it.” “That’s exactly right, sir,” Deputy Interior Secretary Kate MacGregor told the president in response. “So you are remedying that today.” Bears Ears and Grand Staircase “explicitly allow hunting, fishing and outdoor recreation inside the monuments,” the Center for Western Priorities said, while also pointing to Utah’s own hunting regulations. The Center also said McGregor “misled” Trump when she said the first monuments established by former President Teddy Roosevelt with the Antiquities Act were small in size. “In fact, Teddy Roosevelt used the Antiquities Act to protect 800,000 acres of public land at the Grand Canyon,” the center said. “The Supreme Court later confirmed that such land-

scape-scale protections were proper under the Antiquities Act, and that large landscapes were considered ‘objects’ under the Act.” Aaron Weiss, executive director of the Center for Western Priorities, accused MacGregor of misleading the president. “We all know that President Trump has very little understanding of what he’s told to sign,” Weiss said. “But Kate MacGregor knows better. Giving the president documents to sign based on false information is unconscionable. If she’s going to take over running America’s public lands while Doug Burgum plays pool boy, the least she can do is be honest with the president and the American people.” Tracy Stone-Manning, president of The Wilderness Society, pledged the group “will fight this attack and stand with everyone working to protect these remarkable places.” “National monuments protect extraordinary wildlife, irreplaceable cultural and Tribal heritage, and our freedom to explore some of our country’s iconic landscapes. They belong to all of us,” she said in a prepared statement. Stone-Manning said Trump’s administration is “on the wrong side of history here, ignoring the voices of Tribal Nations, local communities, and the millions of Americans who want these places protected for future generations.” “As our nation marks 250 years, these public lands should be handed down, not over to drilling and mining interests,” she said. A group of Democratic members of Congress and tribal leaders plan to hold a virtual news conference Tuesday morning to condemn the “attacks” on the monuments. Ben McAdams—who is likely to return to Congress as Utah’s only Democrat next year—also issued a statement vowing to fight the reductions. “Utahns deserve a say in what happens to the land that belongs to them. I’m not backing down from this fight, and I’m not going to stop until it’s reversed,” McAdams said. Legal challenges loom Trump’s latest pair of executive orders are sure to draw legal challenges, as did the first time he shrank the monuments. Lawsuits from tribes, conservation groups and businesses challenging those 2017 cuts were put on hold in early 2021 and remained pending in federal court before Biden restored the monuments later that year. On Monday, Scott Braden, executive director of the Southern Utah Wilderness Alliance, vowed in a prepared statement that the nonprofit devoted to protecting Utah’s red rock wilderness would “challenge this unlawful decision in federal court.” “Today’s action makes it clear that Utah is the epicenter of Republican efforts to dismantle and obliterate America’s system of public lands,” Braden said in a prepared statement issued Monday. “President Trump’s outrageous attack on Grand Staircase-Escalante and Bears Ears national monument was taken at the urging of Utah politicians—Sens. Mike Lee and John Curtis, Governor Spencer Cox, and the others—who championed this action. These two landscapes deserve to be protected for current and future generations of Utahns and Americans, not opened to exploitation.” The Center for Western Priorities argued the Antiquities Act—a 1906 law that allows presidents to protect

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federal lands of historic or scientific interest by establishing them as national monuments—is a “one-way statute” that can’t be reversed. In 1996, former President Bill Clinton first designated the Grand Staircase-Escalante National Monument. In 2016, former President Barack Obama designated Bears Ears National Monument at the request of five sovereign Tribal nations. “The Antiquities Act was a one-way statute when Teddy Roosevelt signed it into law. It was a oneway statute when President Trump tried to ignore it in 2017. It’s still a one-way statute today,” the Center for Western Priorities said in a prepared statement issued Friday, July 10, when news of Trump’s expected executive orders broke. The Center for Western Priorities also noted that “just last month, Congress had a chance to weaken the management plan for Grand Staircase-Escalante and declined,” pointing to the failure of Maloy and Lee’s proposal. “The American people have made it clear over and over again that they want our national monuments protected, not sold out to drilling and mining companies,” the Center for Western Priorities said. “President Trump and Interior Secretary Doug Burgum would be wise to remember that.” Braden also called Trump’s orders “unlawful, unwise and unacceptable.” “These spectacular landscapes deserve to be protected for current and future generations, not opened to exploitation at the behest of Utah politicians,” Braden said in a prepared statement issued Friday ahead of the executive orders. “This action will only bring uncertainty and chaos to places that should instead be protected for their rich biodiversity, unique geology, and remarkable cultural values.” Braden called Grand Staircase-Escalante a “crown jewel of America’s public lands” and Bears Ears an “incomparable cultural landscape.” He said the protection of both moments is “overwhelmingly popular with Utahns and Americans,” pointing to a 2024 poll conducted for the Grand Canyon Trust that found 71% and 74% of Utah voters supported keeping Bears Ears and Grand Staircase-Escalante national monuments, respectively. In 2023, a Deseret News/Hinckley Institute of Politics poll found that about 42% of Utahns supported keeping Bears Ears its original size while 26% said they opposed. This article was originally published on utahnewsdispatch.com on July 13, 2026.

Obituaries Geraldine King BOULDER Geraldine King (Shurtz, Hitt), of Phoenix, Arizona, passed from this realm, May 17th, 2026, at Hospice of the Valley in Phoenix, Arizona. She is preceded in death by her father and mother, Clyde King and Irene Wilson, formally of Boulder, Utah, and joins two of her sisters in death, Marjorie King, (Griffin, Ence), and LaRae King (Roundy, Williams). She has two living sisters, Ann King (Reynolds) of Cedar City, and Linda King (Bongiorno, Hall) of St. George, Utah. Geraldine, or Gerry lived a remarkable life. She graduated from West High School in Salt Lake City, as the salutatorian of her high school, and continued her education at the University of Utah where she majored in theatre. She later married Raymond Dean Shurtz. Dean and Gerry began to raise Gary and Raymond in Salt Gulch near Boulder on one of her Dad’s cattle ranches. Their union ended in divorce. She then moved to Phoenix, where her father Clyde owned and trained racehorses. She later married Ronald Hitt, having two children, Ronda and Dan. She continued to live in Phoenix, then she would come to live in Boulder in the summers. Gerry loved adventure and moved many times. The King’s, Clyde and Irene, along with her four sisters, lived and were raised on Clyde and Irene’s cattle ranch in Boulder, Utah. She loved horses, reading books in Irene’s library, and loved to tell stories about her "bottling" days during the summer and fall months in Boulder. “We bottled everything,” she says, from dawn until dusk. She directed plays in Boulder, her most memorable was Arsenic and Old Lace, casting rancher/farmers in the roles to make up her cast. She also loved writing plays, and her play canon is a vast one, including Happy Hello, Sad Goodbye, Aunt Santhea, and The Prince From Saturn, her most well-known works. She was a prolific writer, versed in all forms of literature, an activist in pro-life circles, and also a video filmmaker, documenting her life with her own style and expression of her life. She was very good at casting ordinary folks around her, often making them the subject of her videos. This was an active part of the last portion of her life, while living at The Westward Ho building in downtown Phoenix, a once thriving resort turned into apartments for the elderly, and the physically and mentally disabled. She was a well-known personality and artist in this facility. She was a prolific reader, often finishing a book in a couple of days, and moving onto the next one. She also wrote her memoir there, Daughters of the Shadowmen, about her early life becoming a young woman in Boulder, Utah. She has four children, Gary Dean Shurtz, Raymond King Shurtz, Ronda Hitt, (Chad Seifert) and Dan R. Hitt (Angela Kirby). She loved her family, which included along with her sisters, their children, Camille, Karen, and Gaden, (Marjorie); Cheryl and Collette, (LaRae); Marina, Mala, Stuart, and Jason, (Ann); and Tano, Carissa, and Scott, (Linda). She leaves behind her precious grandchildren. (She loved to see, talk, and brag about them.) They are: Laura Lynn, Kelly Anne, Laura Fern, and Bobbie (deceased), children of Gary Dean (Shurtz) and Candy (Walmer); Jamal, and Ethan, children of Ronda and Chad (Seifert); Dante Hitt, child of Dan Hitt and Angelina Sinks, and Samantha Rain, child of Dan Hitt and Angela Kirby. We will miss you, Mom, Aunt, Grandmother, and mentor! Celebration of Life will be held on Saturday, July 25th at 1 p.m. at the Boulder Community Center.

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Out & About for the Summer Utah Symphony | Utah Opera Hosts Free Concert at Bryce Canyon by Jaynie Connor

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BRYCE - The Utah Symphony | Utah Opera played a free patriotic concert in honor of America’s 250th anniversary on Friday, July 10th. The event was held in Bryce Canyon, with guests being shuttled out to the one-of-a-kind venue, and was organized by Ruby’s Inn.

Help Save Lives on Utah's Waters: Utahns Invited to Participate in Statewide Life Jacket Safety Survey SALT LAKE CITY Every year, the vast majority of boating-related drowning victims are not wearing a life jacket. Now, Utahns have an opportunity to help change that. The Utah Division of Outdoor Recreation, in partnership with the University of Utah School of Public Affairs, is inviting Utah residents to participate in a statewide Life Jacket Behavior Survey. The survey will help researchers and boating safety professionals better understand how people use life jackets, what influences their decisions to wear—or not wear—them and where future education efforts can have the greatest impact. The survey is open to Utah residents age 18 and older who spend time on the water. It takes 10-15 minutes to complete and includes questions about life jacket use, boating

habits and knowledge of life jacket safety. Participants will also receive practical information about selecting and wearing the proper type of life jacket. "This is more than a survey; it's an opportunity for Utahns to help shape the future of boating safety in our state," said Ty Hunter, boating program manager for the Utah Division of Outdoor Recreation. "Every response helps us better understand the behavioral barriers to life jacket use so we can develop smarter education campaigns, stronger outreach and ultimately save lives." Researchers will use the anonymous results to identify trends in life jacket behavior and evaluate how education can improve safe boating practices across Utah. Findings may also help guide future boating safety policies and public awareness campaigns. The Division encour-

ages anyone who recreates on Utah's lakes, reservoirs or rivers—including boaters, anglers, paddlers and personal watercraft users— to participate. "People often think life jackets are only for children, inexperienced boaters or bad swimmers, but drowning can happen to anyone," said Dr. Tabitha Benney, PhD, professor and associate director, School of Public Affairs at the University of Utah. "By sharing their experiences, Utahns can help us better understand how to encourage more people to wear a life jacket every time they're on the water." According to national boating accident data, approximately 80% of boating-related drowning victims were not wearing a life jacket. In Utah, that number is over 90%. Wearing a properly fitted, U.S. Coast Guard-approved life jacket remains the single most effective

way to prevent drowning. The survey can be completed online at: https:// csbsutah.co1.qualtrics.

com/jfe/form/SV_dhXRSwDNT8MvKrs. For more information about boating safety and life

jacket requirements, visit boating.utah.gov. —Utah Division of Outdoor Recreation

Elkhorn: I really believe in wilderness therapy...and I just love

seeing how people can thrive in a healthy, nature-based environment. When we’re out on the land with these skills that intrinsically connect us to nature and to what is real, it also allows us to connect to each other. And I think that’s something that we’re really missing in our modern society and something we are all craving. —Kelly Magleby, Elkhorn Earth Skills Gathering organizer Elkhorn Cont'd from A1

weaving, flint knapping, friction fire, bow making, natural dyes, cordage, wood carving, primitive traps, herbal medicine, and leather work. Evening activities include a raffle, trade blanket, talent show, capoeira, drumming and acoustic music. “I really believe in wilderness therapy...and I just love seeing how people can

thrive in a healthy, naturebased environment," said Kelly Magleby, one of the event's organizers. "When we’re out on the land with these skills that intrinsically connect us to nature and to what is real, it also allows us to connect to each other. And I think that’s something that we’re really missing in our modern society and something we are all craving.” According to the event's organizers, Elkhorn

is not just about skills, sustainability and self sufficiency, but is also just as much about community and connection. This is the event's 4th year. Around one hundred and fifty people have attended annually, but it is growing each year. For registration and more information, visit www.elkhorngathering. com. —Elkhorn Earth Skills Gathering

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DO Utah: I have been with the organization since day one, and as we approach our seventh year, our mission remains

unchanged: to break down barriers and get youth and adults with unique abilities out into the great outdoors. What started six years ago as a small passion project to share my love of antler hunting has grown into an incredible community network. —Mike Felice, president of Disabled Outdoorsmen of Utah

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Josh, Sarah, Weston and Morgen Gage pose in the shade during the 2026 Landon Hatch Disabled Youth Shed Hunt event on June 20th, which took place on private property south of Panguitch called “Billy’s Ranch.” DO Utah Cont'd from A1

is to enhance accessibility for activities such as hunting, fishing, shooting sports, camping, and other outdoor adventures. Individuals with disabilities can apply to participate by filling out an online application at doutah.org. The application includes questions regarding the person’s disabilities, outdoor interests, and previous experiences, which helps the organization connect them with suitable opportunities. This event was a “shed hunt,” a recreational activity focused on searching for antlers that deer, elk, and other members of the deer family naturally shed each year, usually during late winter and early spring. Unlike trophy hunting, this practice does not harm

any animals, as the antlers are naturally dropped as part of their annual growth cycle. People collect shed antlers for various purposes, including recreation, wildlife observation, artwork, home décor, dog chews, and for studying animal populations and habitat. “I have been with the organization since day one, and as we approach our seventh year, our mission remains unchanged: to break down barriers and get youth and adults with unique abilities out into the great outdoors. What started six years ago as a small passion project to share my love of antler hunting has grown into an incredible community network,” said Mike Felice, president of DO Utah. For Felice, the shed hunt “represents the heartbeat of what we do. I’ve always had a huge passion

for the outdoors and collecting deer and elk antlers, which is a big tradition in the western states.” He continued, “But beyond the antlers, it fulfills a deeper purpose. I believe we are not on this earth to simply exist. We are here to serve one another and lend a helping hand, showing these individuals with unique abilities that they are truly living angels. Having the opportunity to share the thrill of the ‘hunt’ with these kids—and giving them whatever accommodations they need to get out there—proves that ability is so much greater than any disability.” DO Utah depends on volunteers to organize events, mentor participants, provide transportation, and assist with fundraising initiatives. The organization's mission is to help participants cultivate confidence, independence,

and a sense of community through outdoor recreation. They aim to create experiences that many participants may have once deemed unattainable due to their disabilities. Each year, DO Utah has witnessed an increase in volunteer involvement, thanks to the generous contributions of businesses and partners who donate their time, specialized equipment, and resources. For example, the adaptive gear provided by Compassion Mobility illustrates the community's genuine dedication to supporting this cause. Felice stated that his favorite part of the day is “watching the kids experience that pure, unadulterated joy when they spot and pick up an antler on the mountain. In that moment, there is zero pressure or judgment from the outside world, everyone is

just living completely in the moment and enjoying the experience together.” In 2025, Felice had the idea to plant a tree on the property in memory of Landon. “As I walked by the tree we planted for Landon the previous year, it immediately reminded me of that exact feeling. During the ceremony, every single participant stepped up to help shovel dirt onto the roots. Seeing all those kids and families working side-by-side to honor Landon's memory is a highlight I will carry with me forever.” When Landon passed, Felice immediately renamed the event the Landon Hatch DO Utah Shed Event to honor him, and he believes that the newly planted tree will always stand as a living reminder of the bond made by Landon. Landon Hatch was the son of Panguitch locals Brandin and Brandy Hatch. He and his family met Felice at an outdoor expo many years ago. “Landon Hatch had a spirit that was truly bigger than life,” said Felice. “We bonded right out of the gate. He was an unforgettable young man who clearly had a greater plan laid out for all of us. Even though he has passed away, he alone has connected more people together than anyone could have imagined. His legacy has united volunteers, sponsors, and local landowners into a tight-knit family that gathers in Panguitch every single year to lift these kids up.” “Brandy and I are very honored to have the

shed hunt named after Landon,” said Brandin Hatch, Landon’s father. “His legacy will always be remembered. The event is a place where families can enjoy the outdoors and make memories that can be enjoyed forever. In the end, it is about the memories that we make along the way.” When Felice launched this event six years ago, his primary goal was to share his love for shed hunting with young people. What he didn't foresee at the time was the remarkable network that would form for these families. This initiative has evolved into a significant support system, providing a safe and inclusive environment where youth with unique abilities can gain confidence and discover the beauty of the outdoors. Additionally, it offers families a vital opportunity to take a break from daily caregiving and connect with others, helping them realize they are never alone. “We want [the participants of the Landon Hatch Disabled Youth Shed Hunt] to leave with the absolute certainty that their unique abilities are a gift, and that they belong here in the wild. More than anything, we want them to feel the power of the community Landon helped build. We want them to know they have a massive family standing right behind them, and that through faith, love, and supporting one another, there is no hurdle we can't overcome together,” said Felice.

Garden Tips:

It can be a challenge to keep gardens growing as temperatures heat up, so Utah State University Extension provides a Gardener’s Almanac to help. The Almanac includes information to keep your yard and garden at their best, in spite of the heat. Garden Tips Cont'd from A1

• Deadhead (cut off) spent blossoms of perennial and annual flowers. • Divide crowded iris or daylilies once they have finished blooming. • Visit alpine areas for wildflower displays. • Remove water sprouts (vertical shoots in the canopy) on fruit trees to discourage regrowth. • Renovate perennial strawberry beds by tearing out old crowns (mother plants) and applying fertilizer to stimulate new runners. • Remember that turfgrass only needs 1½ to 2 inches of water per week. Learn about irrigation needs in your area. Pests and Problems: • Check under leaves of pumpkins, melons, and squash plants for squash bugs. • Watch for mosaic virus in vine crops, such as

cucumbers and watermelons, and remove infected plants to reduce the virus from spreading. • Watch for holes from tobacco budworm feeding in the leaves of petunias, nicotiana, geraniums, and other annual flowers. • Protect black locust trees (not honey locust) with a registered chemical to prevent locust borer damage. • Control codling moth in apples and pears to reduce wormy fruit. • Control walnut husk fly in walnuts, peaches, and apricots, typically around August 1st and 15th. • Control European paper wasps with traps this time of year. • Consider taking an online gardening course. Courses cover topics such as container vegetable gardening, creating the perfect soil, planting trees, and controlling pests. Courses are geared to both beginning and professional gardeners. Use code GARDENSUMMER for 25% off through the end of August. Explore more gardening tips on Extension’s yard and garden website: extension.usu.edu/yardandgarden/

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The New Horizons Space Probe and the Constellation Triangulum SPACE - As we fly into July, the sky changes and the temps soar in the Rocky Mountain west and the deserts of the Southwest and everywhere else. When we head towards dusk, and we start to cool off, the sky starts to darken. After a while, Venus pops out in the west as she takes her time slowly moving towards the western horizon, and when it gets dark, other cosmic orbs pop out, changing every night, with somewhat bright Regulus now hanging to the left and then passing close and then to the right of Venus. This is all in a matter of days. But tonight, when it gets a bit later, you can make out a scattering of gems above the horizon near Venus in the west making a figure resembling a lion; that is Leo. And speaking of tours, it was fifty years ago this July that the original landers from JPL and NASA blazed a trail to Mars. Viking 1 and 2 landed in 1976, hoping to land on the 4th for the bicentennial. The Voyager spacecraft had some amazing scientists, including Carl Sagan, putting this probe together, and Voyager 1 landed on the 20th. An article in StarDate Magazine highlights that these landers were loaded with scientific experiments, including biological ones, looking for life. And indeed, scientists found evidence of past microbes, which can be forerunners to life,

by Leonard Thomas in the Martian soil, but the discussion continues over whether there was evidence of life here. Nothing conclusive, “yet.” We have been sending orbiters, landers and rovers since, and currently, Curiosity and Perseverance traverse the Marsscape, as we look close up at ancient river deltas, lakes and other geologic water affected features and continue to look for evidence of life when Mars had a more hospitable environment. NASA's New Horizons space probe has just woken up nearly six billion miles away from Earth. The probe is now well past Pluto, and, after nearly a year of hibernation, it is back online and functioning well. The spacecraft is so far away that it takes around nine hours for its radio signals to reach us. New Horizons is the only spacecraft to conduct a flyby and extensive look at the Pluto system, which includes five moons, in 2015. Four years later, the tough probe studied the most distant object ever explored in our solar system, the snowman-shaped planetesimal Arrokoth, while it was a mere billion miles past Pluto. On July 8, 1947, an issue of the Roswell Daily Record featured a story announcing the Roswell Army Airfield "capture" of a "flying saucer" from a ranch near Roswell, New Mexico. Debris found by a rancher near Roswell led to the United States mili-

tary reporting that they recovered a crashed extraterrestrial spacecraft. The debris reportedly could not be burned or cut through and was taken by Roswell Army Airfield personnel, and the Army Air Force announced possession of a "flying disc." And since it is "One Sky Many Cultures" here at SkyWatcher Leo T, let’s end on a lighter note and look at the constellation Triangulum, the delta shaped constellation. Triangulum contains the Triangulum Spiral, which is one of the largest and closest galaxies in the cluster that includes the Milky Way. This galaxy can reportedly be seen on the darkest night by veteran observers with magnificent eyes, making it the most distant visible object. So look up, look around, be creative, and get just a little bit lost in space. Leonard Thomas has a Bachelor of Science degree in Comprehensive Broadcasting and worked as a park ranger as a star guide at Capitol Reef National Park. He is a resident of Torrey, Utah, and is the creator of the podcast SkyWatcher Leo T, which is available to listen to on Spotify.

Garfield Commission: Progress rebuilding the

Ticaboo Fire Department, a report on continued progress toward establishing a satellite dinosaur museum in Garfield County through a partnership with the Natural History Museum of Utah, progress on a Good Neighbor Authority agreement that would allow the county to help oversee timber sales on the Dixie National Forest, and announcement that the Panguitch-to-Red Canyon multi-use trail has received final approval from the Utah Transportation Commission and is now fully funded discussed. Public Works employee Darron Matthews is recognized for fifteen years of service, and Elaine Baldwin is presented with an America 250 Patriot Award in recognition of her efforts to help bring Garfield County's America 250 celebration to life. Garfield Commission Cont'd from A1

Garfield County through a partnership with the Natural History Museum of Utah. Taylor said the Legislature appropriated $250,000 to help advance the project, including updating an earlier feasibility study and exploring plans for a science and education center. He said the goal is to keep major dinosaur discoveries from the Kaiparowits region closer to home rather than sending them across the country for preparation. "They would at least have a home right here in rural Utah," Taylor said. Commission Chair Leland Pollock said Garfield County continues making progress on a Good Neighbor Authority agreement that would allow the county to help oversee timber sales on the Dixie National Forest.

Calling the current process "like pulling teeth," Pollock said the agreement would let the county use retired Forest Service employees and private consultants to move longdelayed projects forward. He also announced a new scholarship program that will award six $4,000 scholarships to local juniors and seniors after participation in the Miss Garfield County program declined. Commissioners also recognized Public Works employee Darron Matthews for fifteen years of service and presented Elaine Baldwin with an America 250 Patriot Award in recognition of her efforts to help bring Garfield County's America 250 celebration to life. Pollock called Baldwin "a true patriot" and thanked her for her dedication to the community. Public Works Director

Dave Dodds announced the Panguitch-to-Red Canyon multi-use trail has received final approval from the Utah Transportation Commission and is now fully funded. Calling it "really exciting news for Garfield County," Dodds said the roughly $25 million project is already out for bid. He also reported that bridge replacement projects in Panguitch, Henrieville, and Escalante are underway or scheduled to begin later this year using federal infrastructure funding. The Garfield County Commission meets on the second and fourth Monday of each month starting at 10 a.m. All meetings are held in the County Courthouse in Panguitch. Electronic participation is not available, but all meeting recordings are uploaded to the Utah Public Meetings Notice board, https://www. utah.gov/pmn/.

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Zion Mountain Ranch Celebrates 25 Years MT. CARMEL - Zion Mountain Ranch, the premier high-desert sanctuary located just outside the east entrance of Zion National Park, proudly invites guests to its 25th Anniversary Celebration on Saturday, July 25, 2026. For twenty-five years, the McLaws family has welcomed National Park explorers, families looking to slow down, and travelers from across the globe to discover the authentic American West. To honor this milestone, the community and visitors alike are invited to a festive afternoon and evening featuring a historic ranch cookout, live music, family-friendly activities, and guided stargazing—all set against the backdrop of the ranch’s wide-open bison preserve. "Twenty-five years ago we welcomed our first guest to Zion Mountain Ranch. We have had the privilege of sharing this little slice of heaven with thousands of guests from around the world since then,” said Kevin and Stacy McLaws. “From that first honeymoon couple who stayed here to our current guests, the gifts this magical place provides to individual hearts is the same. Thank you for making us a part of your story and for being a part of ours. We are thrilled to welcome our friends and community as we celebrate our journey!"

Event Highlights & Run of Show The anniversary celebration officially kicks off at 5:00 PM and will feature a blend of free activities and discounted premium experiences. • 5:00 PM | Gates Open & Family Fun: The evening begins with historic ranch photo displays, exclusive 25th anniversary merchandise sales, and an array of free lawn games, including water activities, arts and crafts, an egg toss, and a tug-ofwar. • 5:30 PM | Cordwood Cookout & Sweet Treat Roundup: Guests can enjoy a classic BBQ cookout and a special anniversary menu at Cordwood, the ranch's farm-to-table restaurant, rounded out with fresh ice cream and cobbler. • 5:30 PM - 9:30 PM | Picnic Concert Overlooking the Bison Preserve: A rustic outdoor stage adorned with bistro lights and hay bales will host live musical performances. Guests are highly encouraged to bring blankets and lawn chairs. At 7:30 PM guests will be treated to a performance by local favorites Hit & Miss as well as Josh & Jake. • 9:30 PM | Dark Sky Stargazing: In partnership with East Zion Adventures, the evening concludes under the deep

desert night sky with a premier, guided stargazing experience. Special Afternoon & Ongoing Adventures Throughout the day, attendees can experience unique ranch programming at exclusive anniversary pricing: • Bison Feeding Wagon Tours: Departs hourly from 4:00 PM to 7:00 PM ($15 for adults—a 50% discount; $10 for children; free for ages 3 and under). • Juniper Ridge Horseback Rides: Excursions depart at 3:15, 4:45, and 6:15 PM ($50 per rider, reflects 45% discount off regular price). • Complimentary Equestrian Activities: Free pony rides for kids will be available from 4:00 PM to 5:00 PM, alongside a roping dummy and a unique horse photo opportunity where guests can interact with and paint a saddled horse. Registration & Attendance Information Admission to the general festival grounds, live music, and lawn games is free and open to the public. Registration for the general event and reservations for the Stargazing Experience and premium adventures are highly encouraged as capacity is limited. Go to www.facebook. com/ZionMountainRanch for more information. —Zion Mountain Ranch

Legal Notices NOTICE TO CREDITORS DISTRICT COURT, STATE OF UTAH, GARFIELD COUNTY 55 South Main Street, Panguitch, Utah 84759, Telephone: (435) 676-1104; Facsimile: (435) 676-8239. IN THE MATTER OF THE ESTATE OF JAMES LEE TAYLOR deceased, NOTICE TO CREDITORS, Case No. 263600010, Assigned: JUDGE VAN DYKE. NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that SUZANNE HONEY was appointed as Personal Representative of the estate of JAMES LEE TAYLOR and creditors of the estate are given notice to present their claims to BARRY L. HUNTINGTON, attorney for the estate, P.O. Box 388, 55 South Main Street, Panguitch, Utah 84759, within 3 months after the first publication of this notice or be forever barred. DATED this 17th day of July, 2026. BARRY L. HUNTINGTON Published in The Wayne and Garfield County Insider on JULY 23 & 30 and AUGUST 6 & 13, 2026

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Senior Center Cook Garfield County is accepting applications for part-time kitchen help at the Tropic and Panguitch Senior Citizen’s Center. Working hours are Tuesday, Wednesday, and Thursday 8:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. Applications are available at the Garfield County Clerk’s Office, 55 South Main, Panguitch or at www.garfield.utah.gov and will be accepted until July 31st, 2026. Garfield County reserves the right to accept or reject any or all applications. Garfield County is an equal opportunity employer

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Legal Notices NOTICE TO WATER USERS The applications below were filed with the Division of Water Rights in Wayne County. These are informal proceedings per Rule 655-6-2. Protests concerning an application must be legibly written or typed, contain the name and mailing address of the protesting party, STATE THE APPLICATION NUMBER PROTESTED, CITE REASONS FOR THE PROTEST, and REQUEST A HEARING, if desired. Also, A $15 FEE MUST BE INCLUDED FOR EACH APPLICATION PROTESTED. Protests must be filed with the Division of Water Rights on or before Aug. 12, 2026 either electronically using the Division`s on-line Protest of Application form, by hand delivery to a Division office, or by mail at PO Box 146300, Salt Lake City, UT 84114-6300. Please visit waterrights.utah.gov or call (801)538-7240 for additional information. GARFIELD COUNTY NEW APPLICATION(S) 97-2555 (A85254): Thomas and Caroline Hoyt propose(s) using 0.45 ac-ft. from groundwater (3 miles SE of Boulder) for DOMESTIC. CHANGE APPLICATION(S) 61-3511 (a54823): Brian Turpen and Kimberly Moltmann Turpen propose(s) using 0.0086 cfs OR 1 ac-ft. from groundwater (4 miles N of Hatch) for DOMESTIC; IRRIGATION. EXTENSION(S) 61-2740 (a32658): Chris Clevely and Alise Clevely is/are filing an extension for 0.5 ac-ft. from groundwater (Mammoth Creek) for DOMESTIC; IRRIGATION. GRAND COUNTY CHANGE APPLICATION(S) 95-5587 (a54785): Kane Spring Improvement District, Wayne County Water Conservancy District propose(s) using 500 ac-ft. from groundwater (2.5 MI SW of Moab) for MUNICIPAL: In Kane Springs Improvement District. WAYNE COUNTY NEW APPLICATION(S) 95-5597 (A85260): Mark S. and Chrisann A. Hawley propose(s) using 0.002 cfs OR 1.48 ac-ft. from groundwater (2 miles south of Notom) for DOMESTIC; IRRIGATION; STOCKWATERING. 95-5598 (A85264): Utah School and Institutional Trust Lands Admin propose(s) using 0.015 cfs OR 1.148 ac-ft. from groundwater (5.5 Miles south of Hanksville) for STOCKWATERING. CHANGE APPLICATION(S) 95-4776 (a54792): Alison Bagley propose(s) using 0.1 cfs OR 1.355 ac-ft. from groundwater (1.3 miles S of Torrey) for DOMESTIC; IRRIGATION; OTHER: One RV pad and three rental bedrooms; STOCKWATERING. Teresa Wilhelmsen, P.E., State Engineer Published in The Wayne and Garfield County Insider on JULY 16 & 23, 2026 PUBLIC NOTICE UTAH SCHOOL AND INSTITUTIONAL TRUST LANDS ADMINISTRATION The Utah School and Institutional Trust Lands Administration has received an application to remove ordinary sand and gravel from the following described land: Garfield County Township 37 South, Range 3 West, SLB&M, Section 2: N2SE4 Containing 80 acres, more or less The Administration will accept competing applications to remove the sand and gravel, and also competing applications to lease, purchase, or exchange this property, a portion thereof, or a parcel including any of the above-described acreage. The Administration will accept competing applications during the following period of time: From 8:00 A.M. July 15, 2026 Until 5:00 P.M. August 12, 2026 TRUST LANDS ADMINISTRATION 102 South 200 East, Suite 600 Salt Lake City, Utah 84111 801-538-5100 In the absence of competing applications for lease, purchase, or exchange, the Administration will evaluate the applications for the removal of ordinary sand and gravel and award the permit for such removal. The Trust Lands Administration reserves the right to reject any application or subsequent bids. For additional information, please contact Mr. Drew Bonner at (801) 538-5172. Published in The Wayne and Garfield County Insider on JULY 16 & 23, 2026 PUBLIC HEARING ON ANNEXATION POLICY PLAN LOA PLANNING COMMISSION Loa Planning Commission will hold a public hearing on a an annexation policy plan during its regularly scheduled meeting on August 5, 2026, beginning at 6:30 pm. All public is welcome to attend and comment on this annexation policy plan. If you would like a copy of the annexation policy plan, please contact Michelle Brian or Amber Perkins at 435-836-2160 prior to the hearing. Published in The Wayne and Garfield County Insider on JULY 23 & 30, 2026

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Malibu Chicken, Baked Potato, Salad Bar, Pears, Chocolate Chip Cookie Spaghetti, Salad Bar, Corn/Bread Stick, Tropical Fruit, Rice Krispie Treat Patty Melt, Broccoli Salad, Chip/Salad Bar, Peaches, Raisin Cream Pie

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 is $4.00, and under 60 is $10.00

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87 N 50 W • 676-2281/676-1140 Suggested donation $4.00 60 & older, $10.00 under 60 Call before 10 AM of the day of attendance to reserve a spot. Meals include milk & bread. Tues. July 28th

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Thurs. July 30th

Tuna Salad Sandwich, Chips & Pickles, Peas, Salad Bar, Strawberries, Brownies

Chicken Fried Steak, Mashed Potatoes & Gravy, Corn, Salad, Mixed Fruit, Cream Pie

Shepherd's Pie, White Roll, Beets, Salad Bar, Melon, Cake

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.

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Position Announcements POSITIONS AVAILABLE: Garfield County School District is hiring for the following positions. For the application process and description of each, please see the district website www.garfk12.org • Full-Time Math Teacher at Escalante High School • Para-Professionals at Bryce Valley Elementary School • FFA Assistant Advisor at Bryce Valley High School • Boys Head Track Coach at Panguitch High School • Girls Head Track Coach at Panguitch High School • Student Support Para at Panguitch High School • Food Service Worker at Escalante Elementary/High School • Para-Professional at Panguitch High School • Substitutes for Teachers, Custodians, and Food Service Workers SALARY: Please see 2025-2026 Garfield County School Districts Classified, District Office, and Certified Salary Schedules on the district website. QUALIFICATIONS: Applicants must be fingerprinted and satisfactorily pass an employment background check. Garfield County School District is an equal opportunity employer. Garfield County School District reserves the right to accept or reject any or all applications.

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When in Need, There are Resources in Wayne & Garfield Cos. 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

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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

Part-Time Dental Assistant Escalante Dental

Join our team as a motivated Dental Assistant. Are you a dedicated and enthusiastic individual seeking a rewarding career in the dental Field? Escalante Dental is currently seeking a Part-Time Dental Assistant to join our dynamic team. Why choose Escalante Dental? • Competitive benefits package tailored to your working hours • An inclusive and supportive work environment • Opportunity for professional growth and development Position Overview: As a Dental Assistant at Escalante Dental, you will play a crucial role in ensuring the smooth and efficient operation of our dental practice. Your responsibilities will include: • Interacting with patients in a friendly and compassionate manner • Proficiently taking X-rays and supporting chair-side procedures • Managing scheduling, charting, and documenting dental visits using computer systems • Ensuring thorough sterilization of dental instruments • Setting up and maintaining a clean and organized operatory and office space Preferred Qualifications (not required): We value experience, but are also excited to provide training to individuals new to the field. If you have any of the following qualifications, it’s a plus: • Dental assisting experience • Exposure to Pediatric, Endodontic, Oral Surgery, and General Dentistry • Familiarity with computer charting and Digital X-rays • X-ray Certification • CPR Certification How to Apply: We encourage all interested candidates to apply, regardless of your level of experience. I you’re passionate about dental health and eager to contribute to a supportive team, we want to hear from you! Please email your resume to aellett@waynechc.org and take the first step toward an exciting career with Escalante Dental. Join us in making a difference in the lives of our patients. Apply today! The Wayne Community Health Centers are committed to providing high quality health services to our communities’ residents and visitors. Its purpose is to provide quality health services to all people including those facing financial, geographic and/or cultural barriers to healthcare.

Construction Laborer at RRPM Construction LLC Wayne County

RRPM Construction LLC is seeking a motivated Skilled Construction worker to join our team! If you’re hardworking, & reliable, we want you! Construction skills are a bonus but not required. What We Offer: • Competitive pay • Opportunities for growth • PTO • Health, Dental, Vision • Paid travel time can be discussed Requirements: • Strong work ethic • Ability to lift heavy materials • Own Transportation Apply today! Call (435) 219-5530 or 435-491-0899 Email dalton.rrpm@gmail.com or april@rrpmconstruction.com Build your future with RRPM CONSTRUCTION LLC! We are taking on new builds, and projects. Give us a call!

Announcement of Positions 2026-27 School Year

Secondary Teacher - Social Studies & English

Wayne High School - This person will be responsible for educating high school age children by creating and implementing lesson plans for Social Studies and English classes. You will assess student progress, manage classroom behavior, communicate with parents, and collaborate with colleagues to foster a positive learning environment. Applicants must also possess a knowledge of the subject matter and appropriate instructional methodologies, good communication skills, patience, creativity, and be proficient working as a member of a team. Candidates need to have a Bachelor’s Degree and Utah Teaching License; or be working toward these credentials. Candidates seeking an intern position will be considered. This position is Full-Time and includes Leave, Insurance, and Retirement Benefits. Pay is according to Experience and the Wayne School District Salary Schedule. Interested individuals may fill out a Teacher Application at Wayne School District Office, 79 North 100 West, Bicknell, UT or found online at http://www. waynesd.org/images/pdf/Employment/TeacherApp.pdf Interested individuals should submit a Letter detailing their interest in the position, their qualifications, and their experience. A current Resume, a University Transcript showing all course work, a copy of Applicant’s Teaching License, and two Letters of Recommendation should accompany the Teacher Application. Applications for any positions may be submitted in person or electronically to randy.shelley@waynesd.org and/or jennifer.batty@waynesd.org CLOSING DATE: Open until filled, with the first review of application on July 23. Wayne School District is an equal opportunity employer and reserves the right to reject any or all applications

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Panguitch City is accepting applications for a Part-Time Librarian (15–25 hours per week). Responsibilities include assisting patrons, Storytime, Summer Reading Program, circulation, shelving and processing books, technology assistance, and other daily library operations. Applications, cover letter, and resume must be received by 5:00 p.m. on Monday, August 10, 2026. Apply at the Panguitch City Office or email mat@panguitchutah.gov. Full job description and application available at panguitchutah.gov. Panguitch City is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

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