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by Kathryn Chamberlain
Oct. 26, 2026
Oct. 19, 2026
GARFIELD CO. Washed-out roads, damaged irrigation systems and severe erosion were among the problems facing Garfield County following recent flooding. At the Garfield County Commission's Oct. 26 meeting, officials reported particularly heavy damage in Henrieville, along with problems around Escalante, Boulder Mountain, Tropic and Cannonville. At Sandy Ranch Crossing, flooding forced a camper owner to leave their camper behind and exit by another route. “He said there's a lot more work than just a loader,” Public Works Director Dave Dodds told commissioners. Crews will need bulldozers and graders to reconstruct the road, delaying its reopening.
gers adjacent to his store, leaving enough room for fuel trucks to circle around the back to fill the giant gasoline and diesel tanks on the east side of the property. “They’ll be tunneling
WAYNE CO. - The Wayne County Commission met Oct. 19 for its regular commission meeting. First on the agenda was Easton Rees with Jones & DeMille Engineering, who presented bids for the Wayne County airport pavement preservation project. Four bids were received, with Morgan Pavement of Clearfield submitting the lowest at $211,407.16. Commissioners approved the contract. The work is expected to begin this fall, weather permitting, with cracks in the pavement repaired first and a protective slurry seal applied in the spring. Commissioners also approved Resolution 2026-05, appointing Commissioner Kerry Cook as Wayne County’s representative to the Utah Counties
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Coming Soon To Wayne County: High-Speed EV Superchargers by Dave Cushing
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Eight Tesla Superchargers are slated to come online next spring at Taft Travel Plaza, just east of Torrey. When they're up and running, most EV drivers will be able to circumnavigate Utah's five national parks without having to charge for more than an hour in any location. WAYNE CO. - About three years ago, Lee Taft, owner of Taft Travel Plaza approached Tesla, Inc., manufacturer of the leading brand of electric vehicles (EVs) in the U.S., and asked what it would take to get a high-speed EV charging station at Taft Travel Plaza, his store and
Entrada Institute Hosts 'Classic Conversation' with Torrey Mayor Mickey Wright
those businesses provides AI tools that help small merchants complete PCI compliance requirements. With his extensive work in the world of cybersecurity, Wright espouses a cautionary tale about the rapid changes that affect us all. As mayor, Wright navigates state and Courtesy Entrada Institute federal bureaucracies to secure grants and Today, Thursday, November loans and to ensure 5, at 7:00 p.m., Torrey Mayor compliMickey Wright will be the regulatory ance. He also volfeatured guest for a "Clasunteers to assist the sic Conversation" with Don administrators of Gomes in the Don Gomes Capitol Reef National and Annie Holt Performing Arts Center in the new En- Park with their comtrada Cultural Center in Tor- puter issues. An avid astronomer, he has his rey. own mini observatory. TORREY - Many On the personal side, know Mickey Wright as Wright and his wife, Susan, the current mayor of Tor- visited friends in Germany rey. In 2025, he ran unop- last year, recently visited posed for his second term. family in Oklahoma, and But Wright also has other will head to Antarctica skills and talents. With later this year. A history an advanced degree in buff, Wright is constantly computer science, he has Mickey Wright founded two computerCont'd on B3 security startups. One of
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gas station at the junction of Utah State Routes 24 and 12 just east of Torrey. “They told me I could pay them $250,000, and they would install two Tesla Superchargers on my lot,” said Taft. Even though Taft would get an ongoing share of electric sales, at that time, he declined to
move forward. Then, last year, representatives from Tesla contacted him and offered to install eight Superchargers at their expense and to pay him monthly rent for the use of his land. “That was an offer I couldn’t refuse,” Taft said. The company will install the char-
Utah DOR Etta Place Cidery Releases New CARE Cider Awards $2.14M Made Entirely from Capitol Reef NP Apples to Improve OHV Recreation Statewide
SALT LAKE CITY The Utah Division of Outdoor Recreation (DOR) has awarded more than $2.1 million to twentyfour projects through its latest Off-Highway Vehicle Recreation (OHVR) Grant cycle. The funding will support trail improvements and access, search and rescue operations, rider education and efforts to protect and expand motorized recreation opportunities across Utah. The division received thirty applications during the summer grant cycle, with the OHV Advisory Council recommending OHVR Grant Cont'd on B2
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Robert Marc, co-owner of Etta Place Cidery, harvests fruit from the Krueger Orchard in Capitol Reef National Park, to produce their newly released CARE cider. TORREY - On Sunday, October 25, 2026, Etta Place Cidery (Torrey, Utah) released a new hard cider made entirely from apples harvested from Capitol Reef National Park’s historic Fruita orchards, in conjunction
UPCOMING EVENTS... Veterans Day
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with the first all-Utah cider event at Scion Cider Bar in Salt Lake City. In a growing year declared a disaster by Utah Governor Spencer Cox after a devastating late spring freeze, like nearly every other grower in the
state, Etta Place Cidery lost its entire crop of cidermaking apples. Just a few miles away, but 1500’ lower in altitude, the Fruita U-pick CARE Cider Cont'd on A3
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Recovery Underway as San Juan Co. Floodwaters Recede Bluff Area Open to Respectful Visitation BLUFF - Representatives from the Town of Bluff, San Juan County, and Business Owners of Bluff (BOB) issued a joint statement regarding the flood affecting communities across the county. Over the week of October 19th, the greater Four Corners region and San Juan County, Utah received unprecedented amounts of precipitation resulting in a significant flood event along the San Juan River and its tributaries. While the waters damaged and destroyed structures in Bluff and surrounding communities, thanks to the coordinated efforts of local firstresponders and dozens of volunteers, southern San Juan County residents remained informed and safe during this historic flood. Support Community Relief Efforts As residents begin the daunting task of surveying the damage, we are overwhelmed with the outpouring of support from neighboring communities and those across the state of Utah. While we continue work to determine specific needs, those wishing
to support recovery efforts in Bluff and the surrounding area can make a monetary donation to the Bluff Community Foundation’s Flood Relief Fund. The fund will directly support displaced residents with unrestricted financial support they can use to address their most pressing needs, including temporary housing, personal necessities, food, cleaning and building supplies, and more. Contributions can be made at: www.BluffCommunityFoundation.org/relief Respectful Visitation Welcome, Bluff is Open While parts of Bluff were evacuated Sunday, Oct. 25, the evacuation order was lifted early Monday morning. Bluff businesses, most of which were untouched by floodwaters, are ready to welcome guests to our hotels, restaurants, and shops. For those wishing to visit the greater Bluff region, we ask that you do so respectfully, and keep the following information in mind: Public Guidance & Visitor Recommendations Check road & weather conditions: Always verify
route statuses and closures via official resources like Utah Department of Transportation before traveling. Never attempt to drive through flooded roads, active wash crossings, or muddy, unpaved desert roads. Respect local firstresponders & emergency teams: Local emergency personnel are prioritizing active disaster response, shelter operations, and community needs. Stay clear of flooded or damaged areas to keep emergency routes open and avoid straining local resources. Visit with respect & minimize impact: Practice Leave No Trace principles by packing out all trash, sticking to established trails, protecting delicate soil crusts, and respecting sacred cultural sites across public and Tribal lands. Upcoming Events in San Juan County, Utah Bears Ears Marathon | November 7 | More information: www. bearsearsmarathon.com Race with views of Bears Ears National Monument, Monument Valley, Ship Rock, The Sleeping Ute, Comb Ridge, and the
Abajo Mountains. Gradually dropping more than 1,700 net feet over 26.2 miles, the Bears Ears Marathon course is designed to be a fast, pointto-point, scenic race. As a USATF certified course, that means becoming Boston Qualified just got easier. Bluff Dark Sky Festival | November 1314 | More information: www.bluffutah.org/bluffdark-sky-festival Bluff is Utah’s newest International Dark Sky Community, and this November 13-14, we proudly celebrate our extraordinary night skies at the Bluff Dark Sky Festival. Join Western and Indigenous astronomers, a Navajo storyteller and sky enthusiasts for a weekend of stargazing, cultural traditions, and family-friendly activities that reveal how the stars connect us all. As you plan your visit, check local websites including BluffUtah.org and UtahsCanyonCountry. com for local attraction and business information. —Town of Bluff | San Juan County | Business Owners of Bluff
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CARE Cider: As the gateway town to the park,
Torrey and Etta Place have a special attachment to these historic orchards. The care and stewardship demonstrated by the park personnel to keep those trees in good condition with so few resources is something we wanted to honor with this bottling. —Ann Torrence, co-owner of Etta Place Cidery
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Staff member Danny Emrich and volunteers John Lee and Linda Peer process apples from Capitol Reef National Park for making hard cider at Etta Place Cidery. CARE Cider Cont'd from A1
orchards were spared, and actually produced a bumper crop. For the first time ever, Etta Place Cidery applied for a special use permit to pick fruit for a commercial product. Park personnel granted the permit with provisos that protected the general public visitor experience and the health of the trees. Apples for the CARE cider (a word play on the National Park Service’s internal shorthand for the park) were harvested from four separate Fruita orchards. Varieties include the endemic Capitol Reef Red apple. Over 5,000 lbs of fruit were removed, specifically lightening the load on branches that were breaking from the excess weight of the crop. “We were grate-
ful for the opportunity to harvest this fruit in a year where we actually had the capacity, since we weren’t picking our own orchards,” said Ann Torrence, co-owner of Etta Place Cidery. “As the gateway town to the park, Torrey and Etta Place have a special attachment to these historic orchards. The care and stewardship demonstrated by the park personnel to keep those trees in good condition with so few resources is something we wanted to honor with this bottling,” she added. Etta Place Cidery is donating $1 per bottle of the CARE cider to the Capitol Reef Natural History Association for use in scientific research in the Fruita orchards, such as additional DNA sampling to identify unknown cultivars.
“We were actually inspired in 2010 to plant our own apples after visiting the Jackson Orchard in the park and experiencing the U-pick. We may never have this opportunity again, so it was especially nice to bring it full circle in what has otherwise been a terrible agricultural year for us as growers.” CARE cider debuted at Scion Cider Bar (916 S. Jefferson St., Salt Lake City) on Sunday at the first ever Utah Cider Showcase. For the first time, all eight cider producers in the state came together to pour for the public from 1-5 p.m. It was also available by the bottle or glass on Sunday in Etta Place Cidery’s Torrey taproom. The Utah Department of Alcoholic Beverage Services will distribute the product by special order. —Etta Place Cidery
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Wills, Trusts, and More Making Your Healthcare Choices Heard by Jeffery J. McKenna
What if an illness or an accident leaves you in a coma? Would you want to have your life prolonged by any means necessary? Would you want to have some treatments withheld to allow a natural death? An advance directive allows you to give instructions to your health care providers and your family on these topics. You can give them instructions about the types of treatments you want or don't want to receive if you become incapacitated. What can happen if there are no instructions, in writing? Family emotions and differences of opinion can get in the way of making a choice that reflects your true wishes. These differences of opinion can cause much strife in an already difficult time. To make matters worse, such conflicts can end up being decided by the courts,
which may receive conflicting information from family members. Courts try to determine what your wishes are, based on testimony from family. The term “advance directive” can describe a variety of documents. Living Will and Health Care Power of Attorney documents are types of advance directives. LIVING WILL A Living Will allows you to state whether you want your life prolonged if you suffer from a terminal illness or if you are deemed to be permanently unconscious. In general, a Living Will indicates whether you want certain treatments withheld or withdrawn if they are only prolonging the dying process or if there is no hope of recovery. HEALTH CARE POWER OF ATTORNEY A Health Care Power
of Attorney (HCPOA) allows you to name someone (an Agent) to make health care decisions for you if you are unable. The HCPOA can cover any health care decision, even if you are not terminally ill or permanently unconscious. A HCPOA can apply in cases of temporary unconsciousness or in case of diseases like Alzheimer's that affect decision making. As with the Living Will, a HCPOA generally only goes into effect when you are no longer able to make your own health care decisions. Advance directives can prevent many problems for close family members. They will give you and your family great peace of mind to know that your wishes regarding your health care choices are clear and set forth in writing.
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.
See Mule Deer at Upcoming DWR Viewing Event
November 5, 2026
tHe lAuGhiNg Last Wish Police Call pOiNt!! A bus full of ugly people had a head on collision with a truck. When they died, God granted all of them one wish. The first person said, "I want to be gorgeous." God snapped his fingers, and it happened. The second person said the same thing and God did the same thing. This went on and on throughout the group. God noticed the last man in line was laughing hysterically. By the time God got to the last ten people, the last man was laughing and rolling on the ground. When the man's turn came, he laughed and said, "I wish they were all ugly again."
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This is the true story of George Phillips of Meridian, Mississippi, who was going to bed when his wife told him that he'd left the light on in the shed. George opened the door to go turn off the light but saw there were people in the shed in the process of stealing things. He immediately phoned the police, who asked, "Is someone in your house?" and George said, "No," and explained the situation. Then they explained that all patrols were busy, and that he should simply lock his door and an officer would be there when available. George said, "Okay," hung up, counted to 30, and phoned the police again. "Hello, I just called you a few seconds ago because there were people in my shed. Well, you don't have to worry about them now because I've just shot them all." Then he hung up. Within five minutes three squad cars, an Armed Response unit, and an ambulance showed up. Of course, the police caught the burglars red-handed. One of the policemen said to George, "I thought you said that you'd shot them!" George said, "I thought you said there was nobody available!"
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November is the perfect time for wildlife watchers and photographers to see mule deer since they are migrating during breeding season and also moving to lower elevations in search of feed. You’ll have a great opportunity to see them during an upcoming event on Saturday, Nov. 7 from 4-6 p.m. SALT LAKE CITY November is the perfect time for wildlife watchers and photographers to see mule deer since they are migrating during breeding season and also moving to lower elevations in search of feed. You’ll have a great opportunity to see them during an upcoming event. The Utah Division of Wildlife Resources is hosting a free wildlifewatching event on Saturday, Nov. 7 from 4-6 p.m. at the Nash Wash Wildlife Management Area, located east of Thompson Springs in east-central Utah. Deer mating season, also known as the rut, happens in November, and mule deer bucks typically spend their energy focusing on does or fighting other males, making them fun to watch this time of year. The Nash Wash Wildlife Management Area is a great place to see deer, especially bucks. Viewers should be
able to see deer from their vehicles as they drive along the WMA’s network of maintained dirt roads. “One thing I like about wildlife viewing is you never know what you’ll see,” DWR Regional Outreach Manager Brandon Behling said. “Wildlife can be elusive, so we can’t make any guarantees with these viewing events. But mule deer at Nash Wash in November is as close to a sure thing as you can get to see deer. The area provides critical winter range for deer and other wildlife. While looking for mule deer, keep your eye out for other species as well.” While visitors will likely have a fairly close view of the deer, remember that approaching wild animals can be dangerous, especially during mating season, when bucks can become very aggressive. Be sure to maintain a safe distance if you see deer at the viewing event. Wildlife management areas help minimize and
mitigate wildlife depredation on private property and are vital to providing important winter ranges and feeding grounds for many wildlife species, including big game. These lands are purchased and managed using the money generated by fishing and hunting license sales. Participants should bring binoculars or a spotting scope, a camera, water, warm clothes and snacks to the event. Participants should also be aware there are no restroom facilities in the area. The Nash Wash WMA is approximately twelve miles down a dirt road, but having four-wheel drive is not required to make the trip. This event is weather dependent, as rain and snow can make the road impassable. While the event is free, it is limited to seventy-five people and will be available on a first-come, first-served basis. Register on Eventbrite to save your spot for the event. —Utah Division of Wildlife Resources
ACROSS 1. "As the World Turns" and such 6. Hundredweight, acr. 9. Notable achievement 13. Keep a threat ____ ____, or away 14. Across, in verse 15. Jiggly dessert 16. Opposite of bow 17. Sch. grp. 18. Kidman's ex 19. *HomeExchange story, with The 21. *Rudolph's father 23. *Kevin to Buzz in "Home Alone" 24. "Dickens!" 25. Quantity, acr. 28. *"Candy ____ Lane" starring Eddie Murphy 30. Opposite of anaerobe 35. Russian mountain range 37. Coxae, sing. 39. Tori, sing. 40. Goals 41. Famous Mac & Cheese manufacturer 43. One of auto pioneers 44. Letter-shaped girder 46. Home to Taj Mahal 47. A la _____, with ice cream 48. Relating to teeth 50. "My bad" 52. Eucharist vessel 53. Multicolored horse 55. NHL court 57. *Bailey of Bedford Falls 60. *Mount ____, Grinch's home 64. Supercharger 65. Ewe's mate 67. Alice Halsey on "Little House on the Prairie" 68. Ammo in a quiver, sing. 69. Knot-tying vow (2 words)
70. Sensory threshold, in psychology 71. Artist's inspiration 72. Bajillion years 73. Guns N' Roses lead guitarist DOWN 1. "Away to the window I flew like a flash, ... and threw up the ____" 2. "Beetle Bailey" pooch 3. Cain's brother 4. *The McCallisters' travel destination 5. Trustee 6. Printer button 7. *Harry and Marv, a.k.a. the ____ Bandits 8. Pro move 9. Shade-loving plant 10. Hamburg river 11. Winglike 12. Freight weight 15. Official work trip 20. Taken where? 22. South American tuber 24. Six-sided polygon 25. *Cousin Eddie actor 26. Human social group
27. Mandarin's headquarters 29. *Luther Krank's wife 31. Living space 32. Lowest deck 33. *Will Ferrell's famous holiday role 34. English county 36. Future J.D.'s hurdle 38. Like Bob Ross' do 42. Short-trunked ungulate 45. Bone filler 49. Yule treat 51. Type of racing boat, pl. 54. Nest for an eagle 56. Not your grandmother's mail? 57. Spiritual leader 58. Makes a mistake 59. Double reed woodwind 60. Slangy "Follow me!" 61. Cat on a shoe 62. Wraths 63. Hyperbolic tangent 64. _____ o' shanter 66. Fuss, to Shakespeare Solution on B5
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Public Hearing on Rate Adjustment Garkane is providing public notice of its intent to take public comment on changes on a proposed rate adjustment for its Utah rates. Public comment will be taken at 1 p.m. on November 23rd during Garkane’ Energy Cooperative’s board meeting, located at: Garkane Energy 468 N Highway 89 Hatch, Utah 847484 The current and proposed tariff provisions will be available for examination and explanation at any Garkane office in Loa, Hatch or Kanab, as well as online at: www.garkaneenergy.com under the rates section after the October 26, 2026 Board Meeting. A public hearing, final authorization, and documentation of the proposed changes will be made at the regular meeting of the Board of Directors to be held on: Monday, November 23, 2026 at 1:00 p.m. at: Garkane Energy 468 N. Hwy 89, Hatch, UT 84735 Anyone who desires to comment on the proposed changes shall file written comments to the cooperative, either by mail or email at least one day before the Public Hearing referred to above. All comments will be distributed to the Board of Directors for review. Email: Neal.brown@garkane.com or Mail to: Garkane Energy Attn: Neal Brown 1802 S. Hwy 89a Kanab, UT 84741
Obituaries Melford Ahlstrom TROPIC - Melford Douglas Ahlstrom, 76 of Tropic, passed away on October 20, 2026, in St. George, Utah. Doug, as he was always called, was born on July 2, 1950, in Panguitch, Utah, to Melford and Rachel D. Ahlstrom. He was an only child, though he had step-siblings later in life. Doug married his sweetheart Vicki Jean Cannon on June 9, 1972, in the St. George Temple. They lived in Tropic, where they raised their family. He was a beloved husband, father, grandfather, and great-grandfather, who was known for his generosity and soft-heartedness. Doug was a member of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints and learned to speak Spanish on his mission to Argentina. While attending BYU, he worked in the Food Service Department where he learned to cook delicious food for large groups. He continued to use both of these skills throughout his life. He owned and operated Doug's Place General Store & Restaurant & County Inn Motel in Tropic for over 30 years. With the help of his wife and children, they turned it into a thriving business attracting tourists from all over the world. Doug held several positions on the Tropic Town Council, including serving as Tropic Town Mayor. He actively participated in his faith and had several callings in the Bryce Canyon Spanish Branch. He enjoyed traveling and spending time with his family, and he adored his grandchildren and great-grandchildren. Melford Douglas Ahlstrom will be deeply missed by his family, friends, and all those whom he served over the years. His legacy of love, generosity, and dedication will live on in the hearts of all those who knew him. Doug is survived by his daughter, Julie Ahlstrom; and sons, Michael (Lesa) Ahlstrom, and Kortney (Christie) Ahlstrom; eight grandchildren, three great-grandchildren, and his stepbrother, Henry (LaVerne) Jolley. He was preceded in death by his parents, Melford and Rachel Ahlstrom; his stepfather, Earl Jolley; his stepsister, Helen (Dar) Smith; and his beloved wife, Vicki Ahlstrom. Doug’s life was celebrated on Saturday, October 31st, with services held at the Tropic Ward Chapel in Tropic, Utah. The viewing began at 9:30 am, followed by funeral services at 11:00 am and a graveside service took place at the Tropic Town Cemetery after the funeral.
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FYI Panguitch by Mack Oetting ~ mackoetting @gmail.com
Last Tuesday night, all of those sirens you heard were from the Lady Cats winning another State Championship, in Cross Country. I guess the news is all about the rain we have been getting over the last three days. Some of the TV stations have at 1 ½” and it is really good because it is soaking in, instead of running off. There has been some really bad flooding in the four corners area and also in Hurricane. Most of the really heavy stuff went south of us. What a really great Halloween we had here in town. I went by the Social Hall about 3:30 and the street was lined with cars and the drug store lot was filled. Everyone was in the Social Hall playing games and eating pulled pork or hot dogs. The Trunk or Treat started at 5:00 and my family had a tough time finding a place to give out treats. Their treats were gone quickly and they had to go into the drug Store for more. Hardly anyone lives on Main St., one family per block, so we don’t have many trick or treaters.
I had a good couch potato day with the BYU – Utah and USC games on the TV. They all won with USC beating the #2 team with their defense. They held them to four field goals, and scored 31 points. Utah and BYU are ranked in the top 10 and this Saturday they play each other. We still have plenty of events coming up this month. November 11 is on a Wednesday, and there will be the American Legion Annual Veterans Day dinner and it will be at the Smoke House and all Veterans and their guests in our area are invited. It will start at 6:30. If you need a ride or transportation, give me a call at (676-2418). On the following Friday and Saturday, November 12th and 13th it will be the annual Craft Fair and it will be held at the Fair Building. It will start early so come early for the best deals. Plenty of items for Christmas and different occasions and Santa will have his Candy Booth, with plenty of home goodies. We will be hosting our annual Thanksgiving dinner at the Senior Citi-
zens Center and it will start at about 12:30. All are welcome, young families bring your kids and enjoy the fun, without all the work. This will be our 20th dinner and we enjoy having a really big family there to enjoy all the things that we are thankful for. Looking at the ballot, I figured out that our longtime County Clerk, Camille Moore is retiring. I doubt that there is a county in the state that has been as lucky as Garfield has been with Camille. She has been there through many changes of commissioners and has really kept up on any information that is needed. They don’t make Camilles anymore, she will be really missed and I hope that She has many years of happy retirement. There’s a big world out there to see, so enjoy. I want to thank you for all of your hard work, even when your health wasn’t very good. The greatness of Garfield County has much to do from the work that Camille Moore has done. Mack O.
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Out & About SUU STEM Professors Team Up with Regional Industry Leaders by Southern Utah University
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Professors from Southern Utah University's (SUU) Walter Maxwell Gibson College of STEM are bringing high-level, real-world industry experience directly into the classroom following recent immersion fellowships with key regional business partners. CEDAR CITY - Professors from Southern Utah University's (SUU) Walter Maxwell Gibson College of STEM are bringing high-level, realworld industry experience directly into the classroom following recent immersion fellowships with key regional business partners. Through partnerships with MCM Engineering II, Align Precision, and Red Rock Data Science under the statewide Talent Ready Utah Higher Education Educator Fellowship Initiative, SUU faculty have embedded themselves within active technical environments to align modern course instruction with evolving statewide workforce demands.
The Talent Ready Utah Center works to bridge education and business, uniting higher education institutions with local employers to expand career opportunities for students and foster regional economic growth. During these immersive faculty fellowships, SUU educators observed daily operations, engaged directly with complex manufacturing and analytical processes, and identified critical skill sets sought by today's top employers. "Our goal is to ensure that every student who walks through our doors receives an education that is immediately relevant, deeply practical, and directly connected to the workforce," said Dean of
the Walter Maxwell Gibson College of STEM, Dr. Bill Heyborne. "By stepping directly into active industry settings, our professors are bringing back the exact practices, emerging technologies, and examples for the development of critical thinking skills that top employers expect. These partnerships give our graduates a tangible advantage as they begin their careers." Through these handson opportunities, Lance Richman, a professor of mechanical engineering, collaborated with Align Precision to address how recent engineering graduates navigate precision manufacturing geometries, strict tolerances, and realworld cost trade-offs.
Electrical Engineering Program Director Dr. Isabella Borisova and Engineering Technology Program Director Dr. Richard Cozzens partnered with LS Electric Utah. Dr. Borisova focused on incorporating modern circuit design, power electronics, and industrial automation standards into upper-level engineering courses, while Dr. Cozzens documented
LS Electric's bid-to-designto-manufacturing lifecycle, analyzing how emerging artificial intelligence and virtual reality technologies are actively integrated into modern engineering workflows. Dr. Jacob Bishop also contributes to these curriculum design efforts across the strength of materials, manufacturing, and mechatronics. Extending workforce preparation beyond traditional engineering, Dr. Marcos Corchado-Sonera from the biology department and Dr. Shankar Parajulee, director of the Master of Science in Business Analytics program, completed fellowships with Red Rock Data Science. Dr. Corchado-Sonera centered his work on applying clinical bioinformatics and data analytics to genetics studies. Dr. Parajulee focused on expanding cloud computing, machine learning, and applied business analytics, ensuring SUU students receive immediate, practical skills that match real-world market needs. These joint initiatives reinforce SUU's expanding engineering offerings
and its deep stackable credentials in artificial intelligence and machine learning. By bringing live industry insight back to campus, SUU faculty ensure that learning environments, including future spaces in the university's planned STEM facilities, remain tied to practical outcomes and regional career readiness. Following their fellowship experiences, participating faculty shared key findings and peerto-peer insights during roundtable discussions organized by the Center for Teaching Innovation and sponsored by SUU's Sponsored Programs, Agreements, Research, and Contracts (SPARC) office. These university-wide learning events ensure that lessons learned in the field continue to elevate teaching across every STEM program at Southern Utah University. To learn more about SUU's Walter Maxwell Gibson College of STEM degree programs and workforce development initiatives, visit suu.edu/ cstem.
PHS Sports Sidelines by Mack Oetting The Lady Cats have brought home the second State Championship, of the Fall, in Cross Country. I really blew it with coach Danny, the race was run on Tuesday and I had all that time to get the information and didn’t. So I will have it next week for sure.
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Garfield Commission: Washed-out roads,
damaged irrigation systems and severe erosion in Garfield County following recent flooding; potentially replacing repeatedly damaged culverts near Raymond Brinkerhoff's farm with a permanent bridge; a Forest Service letter warning ranchers to remove cattle by their permit deadlines; and a proposed merger of Garfield County's Upper Sevier and Canyonlands conservation districts discussed.
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Cannonville Mayor Bill Scoffield requested help after floodwaters were diverted toward the town's well. Tropic Mayor WaLon Brinkerhoff sought assistance repairing irrigation infrastructure along the Paria River and reported severe erosion along 550 North. “It's like the Grand Canyon on the north side of 550 right now,” Brinkerhoff said. Commissioners also discussed replacing repeatedly damaged culverts near Raymond Brinkerhoff's farm with a permanent bridge. The bridge structure could cost $150,000 to $200,000, with total costs potentially reaching $700,000 if pilings are needed. A possible UDOT grant could push completion to 2030 or later. A Forest Service letter warning ranchers to remove cattle by their
permit deadlines also drew criticism. Commissioners said ranchers traditionally begin gathering cattle on those dates rather than having every animal removed beforehand. Powell District Ranger Chris Wehrli acknowledged the letter was strongly worded. He said some permit holders had taken advantage of his flexibility, although the problems prompting the letter involved other accommodations, not grazing removal dates. He emphasized that it was not a formal notice of noncompliance. “Where we're getting sideways with you is that letter,” Commission Chairman Leland Pollock told Wehrli. “I think a softer approach would go a long ways.” Pollock also questioned whether ranchers understood a federal policy allowing up to twenty days of flexibility around grazing dates. Wehrli said adjustments must be requested in advance so range
conditions can be checked. A proposed merger of Garfield County's Upper Sevier and Canyonlands conservation districts also raised concerns. Representatives said the merger would reduce combined annual state funding from $22,000 to $15,000 and cut local board membership from ten to five. They argued that the districts serve different watersheds and agricultural communities. The Utah Soil Conservation Commission is expected to vote in mid-November, and Garfield County may be considered for an exemption. 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/.
Wayne Commission: Bids for the Wayne County
airport pavement preservation project; approval of resolution 2026-05, appointing Commissioner Kerry Cook as Wayne County’s representative to the Utah Counties Indemnity Pool annual membership meeting on Nov. 18; the possibility of using the old elementary school as a county administration building; and rumors about possible data center development in Wayne County discussed.
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Indemnity Pool annual membership meeting on Nov. 18, with county recorder and treasurer Colleen Allen serving as alternate. During commissioner reports, the county discussed the possibility of using the old elementary school as a county administration building. They suggested meeting with the school district, which
plans to have the property appraised. Commissioners were encouraged to tour the building to see whether it could be remodeled for county offices. Commissioner Kerry Cook also addressed rumors about possible data center development in Wayne County. Cook said the county has received no applications for data centers and is not working to bring one into the area. He explained that county officials are instead in looking
at ways to strengthen local requirements so the county has more control over any future proposals. Under current rules, he said, the county could not deny a project that met all applicable requirements. “We are not bringing in a data center,” Cook said. “We’re doing the best we can to prevent it.” The Wayne County Commission meets the first and third Monday of every month at the Wayne County Courthouse in Loa.
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OHVR Grant: These investments help ensure Utahns
and visitors have safe, reliable access to the incredible OHV opportunities our state has to offer. From maintaining existing trails and improving infrastructure to supporting search and rescue teams, these projects strengthen our recreation opportunities and promote responsible use and long-term stewardship of our public lands. —Rachel Toker, OHV grant analyst for the Utah Division of Outdoor Recreation OHVR Grant Cont'd from A1
twenty-four projects for funding. The $2,142,036 in awards will support projects with a combined value of more than $3.5 million. Combined with the spring grant cycle, the division has awarded a total of $4.5 million to fifty-nine OHV recreation projects statewide in 2026. “These investments help ensure Utahns and visitors have safe, reliable access to the incredible OHV opportunities our state has to offer,” said Rachel Toker, OHV grant analyst for the Utah Division of Outdoor Recreation. “From maintaining existing trails and improving infrastructure to supporting search and rescue teams, these projects strengthen our recreation opportunities and promote responsible use and long-term stewardship of our public lands.” The OHVR Grant program provides funding to nonprofit organizations, government agencies and other eligible partners for projects that improve motorized recreation statewide. Funding supports trail construction and maintenance, access protection, education, search and rescue, snowmobile-related projects and OHV tourism initiatives. This round of funding includes projects ranging from restoring fire-damaged trails in southern Utah to improving safety infrastructure, expanding rider education and equipping search and rescue teams with critical resources. Highlights from the second OHVR Grant funding cycle of 2026 include: High Desert Trail Im-
provements - $266,327.72: The Foundation for America's Public Lands will work with the Bureau of Land Management to install wayfinding signage, kiosks and traffic counters along the High Desert Trail, an 810-mile motorized route connecting all seven counties on Utah’s western side. Tread Lightly! OHV Safety and Responsible Riding Education $259,400: Funding will support a southern Utahbased education specialist to lead rider safety campaigns, youth outreach, educational signage and a "Know Before You Go" initiative in partnership with rental businesses, outfitters and local communities. Tread Lightly! is also collaborating with DOR’s Education Program on this initiative. Proctor Canyon Post-Fire Restoration $151,182.06: Garfield County will partner with Dixie National Forest to restore Proctor Canyon Road following damage from the France Canyon Fire and subsequent flooding. Improvements will help stabilize the road, improve safety and preserve long-term OHV access. Fillmore Forest Trail Repair and Enhancement - $136,400: Sand Rock Ridge Riders will work with the U.S. Forest Service to repair roads and motorized trails damaged by wildfire and heavy rainfall in the Fishlake National Forest near Fillmore. Wasatch Search and Rescue Mobile Command Post - $119,000: Funding will help provide a mobile command center and drone operations hub, improving coordination and response capabilities during backcountry search and rescue missions.
Little Egypt Staging Area Improvements - $67,600: Garfield County will install a new vault restroom at the popular Little Egypt OHV staging area, improving sanitation and visitor services for recreationists exploring the Poison Springs and Henry Mountains areas. View the full list of awarded projects at recreation.utah.gov. Beyond the highlighted projects, funding will support additional trail maintenance equipment, bridge replacements, motocross facility improvements and emergency response equipment for search and rescue teams across the state. “Maintaining and improving access to our public lands takes ongoing investment and strong partnerships,” said Toker. “The grants help communities and organizations take on important projects that might otherwise be out of reach, ensuring Utah's OHV trails and recreation areas remain accessible.” Since launching in 2020, the OHVR Grant program has become a key funding source for motorized recreation projects throughout Utah. The program is supported by OHV registration and related recreation revenues, reinvesting funding into the trails, infrastructure and services that benefit the state's OHV community. For more information about the OHVR Grant program and future funding opportunities, visit recreation. utah.gov/grants/. —Utah Division of Outdoor Recreation
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EV Superchargers: The new chargers near Torrey will make a world of difference on this route. Before, you had to
hope you could make it the roughly 220 miles from Bryce to Green River on one charge. Torrey has had a number of Level 2 destination chargers available, but they are very slow compared to Tesla Superchargers. —John Lee, Torrey resident EV Superchargers Cont'd from A1
under the highway to run cables that connect directly to the main power line,” Taft said, adding that construction could begin soon with a completion date in time for the spring travel season. Once this project is done, EVs will be able to access high-speed chargers as they tour around Utah’s Grand Circle, which refers to the classic loop road trip of Utah’s five national parks. The route goes from Torrey (Capitol Reef) over to Hanksville and Green River to Moab (Arches and Canyonlands), and on to Blanding, down through Kayenta and Page, Arizona, back up to Kanab and Springdale (Zion), and to Bryce Canyon City (Bryce Canyon). “The new chargers near Torrey will make a world of difference on this route,” said Torrey resident John Lee, who has organized an EV road rally in the fall for the last several years. “Before, you had to hope you could make it the roughly 220 miles from Bryce to Green River on one charge. Torrey has had a number of Level 2 destination chargers available, but they are very slow compared to Tesla Superchargers.” Until the new chargers go in, one of the fastest EV charging stations in Wayne County is at Home in the Heart of Utah, a six-unit Airbnb residence on SR-24 in Torrey. “Guests kept asking me for an extension cord to charge their EVs overnight at my place,” said Danielle Rodier, the owner. “I was redoing the electrical system this summer to make it more efficient and figured it would make sense to put in a Level 2 destination charger,” which she bought from Tesla and had installed by a local contractor. “Guests with EVs are super happy when they see I have this available for them,” she said. Meanwhile, in Garfield County, the only high-speed chargers are at the Best Western Plus in Bryce Canyon City, where you’ll find eight Tesla Supercharger stations. For now, the rest of the county has a good number of Level 2 chargers in various towns, much more than in Wayne County. But that will change next spring, when EV
manufacturer Rivian Automotive begins construction of a six or eight station Adventure Network charging station project in Escalante. “It’s all contracted and permitted,” said Mark Austin, owner of the Entrada Escalante Lodge, where the facility will be located. “I heard Rivian was interested in bringing high-speed charging to town, so I pitched them on adding a small structure with two bathrooms and maybe a covered patio with picnic tables and chairs where people can hang out while their cars charge.” Rivian liked the idea and agreed to pour a slab and rough in the plumbing, Austin said, and added that he’ll pay for the structure in hopes of making his investment back by increased business at the lodge as well as rental income. “I’m also considering installing a washer and dryer and maybe even a pay shower for travelers to use,” he said. To long-haul EV owners who want maximum high-speed charging flexibility in south central and southeastern Utah, the holy grail location to complete charging gaps will be Hanksville. “Get a Supercharger or other fast facility there, and you can take a worry-free drive from Green River down to Blanding with a quick power stop in Hanksville,” said Dean Brooks, a Boulder resident who drives his Rivian pickup truck to a second home in Crested Butte, Colorado, from time to time. “The Tesla station coming to Torrey will help—driving over Boulder Mountain takes 20% of my battery—but a Hanksville fast charger will make EV life way better,” he said. For now, he occasionally uses a Level 2 charger at Duke’s RV Park there. “That can add three or four hours to a trip,” he said. “And forget about it if you want to go up to Robber’s Roost or the Maze district,” two iconic backcountry destinations on the west side of Canyonlands National Park. Five years ago, Brooks and his wife vowed that they would never buy another device that uses fossil fuel. Their Boulder home has a large solar power system that takes care of not only household electric needs but also charges their car. “When we’re in Utah,” Brooks said, “we’re literally driving on sunshine.”
Mickey Wright: Many know
Mickey Wright as the current mayor of Torrey. In 2025, he ran unopposed for his second term. But Wright also has other skills and talents. Mickey Wright Cont'd from A1
researching topics of interest. He is also very fond of his dog, Lucas, whose sometimes-fierce demeanor belies his petite size. But did you know…? Today, Thursday, November 5, at 7:00 p.m., Wright will be the featured guest for a "Classic Conversation" with Don Gomes. The event will
be held in the Don Gomes and Annie Holt Performing Arts Center in the new Entrada Cultural Center, 70 South 200 West, Torrey. To attend this "Classic Conversation," go to w w w. e n t r a d a i n s t i t u t e . org/events-calendar/. This event may also be livestreamed at Entrada Institute on Facebook, and you will not need to register to view the livestream. —Entrada Institute
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Danielle Rodier installed this Tesla Level 2 charger at her Torrey Airbnb last summer because "more and more guests were asking me if they use an extension cord to charge their EV overnight," she said. "This gives them a better and faster charging option."
Quick Guide To The Major Types of EV Chargers This chart will help you understand the options of where to plug in an EV, from the simplest—a standard 120V outlet—to the most hi-tech—a DC fast charger than can pump 200 or miles worth of electrons into your EV in less than an hour in many cases. Miles/hour estimates how many miles the EV can travel for every hour on the specific charger type. Charger Type:
Power Output:
Charging Speed:
Typical Location:
Level 1 (120V home)
1.4-1.9 kW
2-5 miles/hour
Standard house- Daily commuthold outlet ers; overnight top-ups; no infrastructure needed
Level 2 (240V home)
7-19.2 kW
25-30 miles/hour
Home garage, Primary charging driveway for home owners; overnight full charges
Level 2 Destina- 7-19.2 kW tion
25-30 miles/hour
Hotels, restaurants, shopping centers, workplaces
DC Fast Charging (DCFC)
200+ miles in 20-40 min
Highway corri- Road trips; quick dors, urban cen- range replenishment during travel ters, truck stops
50-350 kW
Appropriate For:
Multi-hour stops during travel or work; convenient top-ups
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Utah Has Created Hundreds of Quasi-Government Agencies. Feds Say They Could ‘Become a Problem.’ More than half of Utah’s public infrastructure districts have not complied with state transparency laws, and they could lead to complications as communities take on enormous debt. by Leia Larsen | The Salt Lake Tribune SALT LAKE CITY In just a few years, Utah cities, counties and state agencies have created hundreds of quasi-governmental agencies led by unelected boards that approved billions of dollars’ worth of debt. That has State Auditor Tina Cannon concerned. She invited representatives of the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission to help Utah municipalities understand what’s at risk as public infrastructure districts, or PIDs, pop up in every corner of the Beehive State. Developers may mislead local governments by asserting PIDs are the only way for important projects to get funded, Cannon and the SEC officials said. Cities and counties that approve them may see hits to their credit ratings. Homebuyers are getting saddled with unexpectedly high tax rates to help pay off all the builders’ borrowing. And, ultimately, having so many tax-levying agencies with unelected boards inherently creates risk, federal regulators warned. “We’re agnostic” about PIDs, said Dave Sanchez, the SEC’s municipal securities director, in an interview. “But what I would think would be interesting for most taxpayers is who’s making this decision that is potentially raising our taxes for the future, and what access do I have that influences that decision if I’m not happy with it?” Utah lawmakers allowed for formation of PIDs starting in 2019. The idea was to create mechanisms for developers to finance public projects like roads, sidewalks and water pipelines. The developers take on bonds to build that infrastructure, then pay back the debt by collecting additional property taxes within the boundaries of the districts that benefit from them. Lawmakers added infrastructure financing districts in 2024, which are governed by a different state code, but are similar enough to PIDs that they’re often lumped together. In seven years, about two hundred and fifty of these districts have popped up across the state, which Sanchez called “impressive.” He also told local government representatives that all the PIDs have “real potential to become a problem if not handled correctly.” He spoke to them Monday, Oct. 19, during a transparency conference hosted by the State Auditor’s Office. PIDs have been tapped to help finance rail infrastructure for the Utah Inland Port Authority and luxury real estate at ski resorts with support from the Military Installation Development Authority (MIDA). They’ve been leveraged by the developers building Utah City, Vineyard’s new downtown, and to redevelop the Delta Center area in Salt Lake City. Many are used to build subdivisions. “They’re also one of the No. 1 topics for hotline complaints over misuse” submitted to the auditor’s office, Cannon said in an interview. A local government must sign off on the PIDs,
but their bonds are typically governed by the developers themselves, who usually start out as the sole property owners before the parcels are subdivided and sold. Still, PIDs must comply with transparency laws required by other government agencies, like providing advance notice of board meetings and posting budgets, since they manage taxpayer money. Less than half of the state’s PIDs are in compliance with state transparency requirements, Cannon said. But they’ve already issued $5.3 billion in debt. That’s up from $3.6 billion just a year ago. Cannon’s office expects the debt to balloon to $13.8 billion when the 150 not-yet-bonded PIDs obtain financing. At the current clip, the auditor projects there could be 500 more PIDs formed in Utah over the next decade, which her office expects will issue $44.9 billion in debt. Who assumes the risk? PIDs are attractive to developers because they’re able to get loans at lower interest rates, since they’re backed by governments and deemed less risky. But developers sometimes falsely assert PIDs are the only mechanism to pay for their infrastructure projects, Cannon and Sanchez said. “We hear from municipalities that they’re being told ... ‘this is what we want, and this is what we want you to use,’” Cannon said. “They feel like they have no choice.” Those local governments are entitled to refuse, Cannon said. If developers pressure local governments about financing, they also run the risk of violating federal law, Sanchez said. “If you’re recommending a PID, then you’re recommending bonds,” Sanchez said. The SEC considers people who make such recommendations “municipal advisers,” who must register with the agency. The SEC doesn’t enforce PIDs’ compliance with state code. It mostly regulates how governments communicate with investors, Sanchez said. That doesn’t mean PIDs aren’t cause for concern at his office. “These unelected boards have the ability to issue bonds, impose taxes and pass those costs onto taxpayers in your state,” Sanchez said. “That is going to create some unique kinds of risks.” Other quasi-governmental state development agencies, like MIDA and Utah Inland Port Authority, have the ability to form PIDs as well. MIDA and UIPA boards are also appointed rather than elected, and their members have included state lawmakers, lobbyists and developers. Sanchez declined to say whether these governance structures are “inherently good or bad.” “You’re one further step removed from the people who are directly accountable to taxpayers,” Sanchez said. “That’s the part that creates elevated risk.” State development authorities like MIDA, UIPA and Point of the Mountain State Land Authority can also collect sales tax to repay bonds. Sanchez called that surprising, and said few other states allow it. Layering debt Under state law, PIDs
can levy $1.50 per $1,000 of value in property taxes, compared to $4 for school districts and $2 for counties. But multiple PIDs can also tax the same parcel, according to information from the State Auditor’s Office. That means a homeowner may pay more in taxes, because their property falls within multiple PID boundaries, than a neighboring subdivision—sometimes substantially more. “You really have a hidden second mortgage payment,” Cannon said. Bonds often take 30 to 40 years to repay, she added. One homeowner of an apartment at the Black Desert resort in St. George pays property taxes of $10,000 a year due to PIDs, as reported by the Utah Investigative Journalism Project. But buyers typically aren’t aware of these additional costs until closing. Local governments that approve PIDs usually aren’t liable if the PIDs default on their bonds, but that doesn’t mean there aren’t consequences. The Great Recession of the 2000s saw developers go belly-up, leaving cities with unfinished infrastructure and zombie subdivisions. “Big picture, it becomes an issue because people lose faith in the market,” Sanchez said. And layered debt brought by PIDs can mean the cities, counties or other governments get flagged by credit rating agencies, harming their ability to borrow in the future. “They have to consider the overall debt burden that already exists on the taxpayer,” Sanchez said. “It’s a very real concern...that debt burden can affect taxpayers’ willingness to be taxed more.”
Cannon said she has heard anecdotal reports that real estate agents in Utah now encourage buyers not to purchase properties in PIDs, or outright refuse to show homes that lie within them. Utah’s PIDs are relatively young, but in other states where similar financing structures run by private citizens are decades old, the SEC runs into issues when local governments forget they exist. In some cases, the boards have paid for-profit agencies and part-time “employees” millions of dollars each year essentially to do nothing, Sanchez said. Another common violation SEC sees with PIDequivalents in other states is that the developers and private citizens on governing boards don’t properly disclose conflicts of interest. Sanchez said he reviewed a sample of Utah’s PIDs and found no disclosure issues. A primary concern for Cannon, however, is that local governments approve PIDs with the expectation that the cheaper financing tool will give builders an incentive to construct more affordable housing for their communities. But local governments, so far, don’t have a good way to track whether the savings from less expensive loans actually get passed on to future homebuyers and renters. “Nothing’s impossible to measure,” Cannon said. “However, the reality is: it’s not part of the of the discussion at this point in Utah.” This story is made possible through a partnership between The Salt Lake Tribune and Grist, a nonprofit environmental media organization. This article was originally published on www. sltrib.com on October 20, 2026.
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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 Dec. 2, 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 CHANGE APPLICATION(S) 97-2334 (a55242): CUR Henry Mountains Uranium, LLC propose(s) using 0.4456 cfs from the De-watering pumps inside mine (Tony M Mine, near Ticaboo) for MINING. WAYNE COUNTY NEW APPLICATION(S) 95-5602 (A85382): B Cubed Ventures LLC propose(s) using 0.015 cfs OR 0.862 ac-ft. from groundwater (2.5 miles south of Torrey) for DOMESTIC; IRRIGATION; STOCKWATERING. Teresa Wilhelmsen, P.E. State Engineer Published in The Wayne and Garfield County Insider on NOVEMBER 5 & 12, 2026
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Legal Notices NOTICE OF OPENING TORREY PLANNING AND ZONING COMMISSION Torrey, Utah is taking letters of interest or nominations for a position on the Torrey Planning & Zoning Commission. Submissions must be received by November 19, 2026 Email: clerk@torreyutah.gov Applicants must be a resident of Torrey Town or live within the Torrey Water District. Published in The Wayne and Garfield County Insider on OCTOBER 29 and NOVEMBER 5 & 12, 2026 COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT BLOCK GRANT (CDBG) FIRST PUBLIC HEARING NOTICE TORREY TOWN Notice is hereby given that Torrey [1] will hold a public hearing on November 12, 2026, at 75 East 100 South, Torrey, Utah at 6:15PM. Torrey is eligible to apply to the Utah Department of Workforce Services for funding under the Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) Small Cities Program, a federally funded program administered by the State of Utah, Housing and Community Development Division (HCD). Torrey is eligible to apply for CDBG funding provided Torrey meets the applicable program requirements. The purpose of the public hearing is to provide citizens with pertinent information about the Community Development Block Grant program and to allow for discussion of possible applications. This public hearing will cover eligible activities, program requirements, and expected funding allocations in the region. The CDBG Program can fund a broad range of activities, including, but not limited to: construction of public works and facilities, e.g., water and sewer lines, fire stations, acquisition of real property, and provision of public services such as food banks or homeless shelters. In the event that Torrey chooses to apply for CDBG funding, a second public hearing will be held at a later time to discuss the project. Further information can be obtained by contacting Mayor Michael Wright at 435-425-3600. In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act, individuals needing special accommodations (including auxiliary communicative aids and services) during this hearing should notify Karen Mayne at Torrey Town Hall, 75 East 100 North, Torrey Utah 84775 at least three days prior to the hearing. Individuals with speech and/ or hearing impairments may call the Relay Utah by dialing 711. Spanish Relay Utah: 1.888.346.3162. Published on State of Utah’s Public Meeting Notice Website – www.utah.gov/pmn on October 26, 2026. Published in The Wayne and Garfield County Insider on OCTOBER 29 and NOVEMBER 5, 2026
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Wayne County Fire District Chief The Wayne County Fire District (SSD#3) seeks a dynamic, self driven and dedicated individual for a position that offers unique professional challenges and opportunity for professional advancement. Ability to communicate, collaborate and build teams are key to success in this position. The Wayne County Fire District Chief (DC) will function under the supervision of the WCFD Board. This position is funded by a sales tax grant and is authorized for 4 years by that funding source. No assurance is given beyond that period and is dependent on continued funding. The pay scale ranking of the successful candidate for this position will be determined by qualifications set by the Board. The person selected will be required to reside in Wayne County to serve in the position. Lead WCFD operations and administration activities as follows: • Establish effective Incident Command on all incidents. • Act as training, recruitment and retention officer. • Develop and coordinate a recruitment and retention program. • Establish and maintain records systems to track training and certification of FFs. • Assess needs for PPE and other fire equipment. • Establish regular monthly training programs for each station and assist BC’s in providing that training. • Coordinate District wide training programs using UFRA, FFSL, USFM, local and other training providers. • Ensure that as part of station training activity, that all equipment is inspected, tested, maintained and used properly. • Tracking the time and expenses spent by each FF participating in any department program, based on data received from BCs. • In cooperation with the Treasurer and the Chief, provide data and reports required by grantors for grant funds. • Establish professional development plans for personnel and facilitate enrollment in classes and completion of task books, certification records etc. • Submit documentation for the award of training and response stipends. • Act as liaison with the Utah FF Certification Office. • Respond to fires, other emergencies and requests for service. • Organize and document off-district response to wildfire or other incidents. • Provide reports regularly to the Board about department activities, needs, budgets etc. • Provide departmental planning, operations, recordkeeping, public education, SOGs, fire prevention, grant writing and administration and other official duties. The Chief reports to the Fire District Board Chair and the Fire District Board. The Board will assign other duties as needed. Preferred initial qualifications include: Structural Firefighter I& II; Wildland FF I& II; Haz Mat awareness & Operations; Fire Instructor I. If the candidate does not currently possess those, they may be required within 1 year of hire. A salary and benefit package is available based on qualifications, experience and skills at the discretion of the Fire District Board. Wayne County Fire District is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We reserve the right to reject any or all applications. Call 435 836 1300 for an application packet.
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NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING DATE CHANGE TORREY PLANNING & ZONING COMMISSION There will be a public hearing to discuss proposed amendments to the zoning and building ordinances. The amendments are available at the town office. The hearing originally scheduled for October 29 has been changed to November 19, at 6:00 p.m. at the Town Office, 75 E 100 N, Bay 1, in Torrey. Published in The Wayne and Garfield County Insider on NOVEMBER 5 & 12, 2026 NOTICE OF TRUSTEE’S SALE NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN The following described property will be sold at public auction to the highest bidder, payable in lawful money of the United States at the time of sale, at the entrance to the GARFIELD COUNTY COURTHOUSE located at 55 S Main, Panguitch, Utah, on NOVEMBER 24, 2026 at 11:00 a.m., for the purpose of foreclosing on a Trust Deed executed by Nathaniel Steed, as Trustor, and Utah Independent Bank, as Beneficiary. The Trust Deed is dated October 12, 2021, recorded on October 13, 2021, as Entry No. 281364, Book 554, Page 137 in the office of the Recorder of Garfield County, State of Utah, amended by Modification of Deed of Trust dated February 19, 2025, recorded on February 26, 2025, as Entry No. 288400, Book 0585, Page 0859 in the records of the County Recorder of Garfield County, Utah, and the property located in Garfield County, State of Utah, is more particularly described as follows: PARCEL 1: BEGINNING AT THE CENTER-SOUTH-NORTHEAST 1-64 CORNER OF SECTION 35, TOWNSHIP 36 SOUTH, RANGE 3 WEST, SALT LAKE BASE AND MERIDIAN, UTAH; AND RUNNING THENCE NORTH 89°48’57” EAST ALONG THE EAST-WEST CENTERLINE OF THE SOUTHEAST QUARTER OF THE NORTHEAST QUARTER OF SAID SECTION 35, 657.46 FEET TO THE SOUTHEAST-NORTHEAST 1/64 CORNER OF SAID SECTION 35; THENCE SOUTH 00°07’55” EAST ALONG THE NORTH-SOUTH CENTERLINE OF THE SOUTHEAST QUARTER OF THE NORTHEAST QUARTER OF SAID SECTION 35, 144.73 FEET TO THE NORTH BOUNDARY OF BRYCE MEADOWS SUBDIVISION PHASE 1; THENCE SOUTH 88°12’59” WEST ALONG THE NORTH BOUNDARY OF BRYCE MEADOWS SUBDIVISION PHASE 1; THENCE SOUTH 88°12’59” WEST ALONG THE NORTH BOUNDARY OF SAID BRYCE MEADOWS SUBDIVISION PHASE 1, 104.59 FEET TO AN ORIGINAL SUBDIVISION REBAR WITH PLASTIC CAP; THENCE SOUTH 54°47’20” WEST 59.70 FEET TO AN ORIGINAL SUBDIVISION REBAR WITH PLASTIC CAP; THENCE NORTH 89°33’09” WEST 157.63 FEET TO AN ORIGINAL SUBDIVISION REBAR WITH PLASTIC CAP; THENCE NORTH 43°13’17” WEST 86.35 FEET TO AN ORIGINAL SUBDIVISION REBAR WITH PLASTIC CAP; THENCE NORTH 89°41’42” WEST 79.26 FEET TO AN ORIGINAL SUBDIVISION REBAR WITH PLASTIC CAP; THENCE SOUTH 89°51’30” WEST 78.46 FEET TO AN ORIGINAL SUBDIVISION REBAR WITH PLASTIC CAP; THENCE SOUTH 89°15’35” WEST 49.94 FEET TO AN ORIGINAL SUBDIVISION REBAR WITH PLASTIC CAP; THENCE SOUTH 89°45’22” WEST 79.73 FEET TO THE NORTHSOUTH CENTER LINE OF THE NORTHEAST QUARTER OF SAID SECTION 35; THENCE NORTH 00°09’44” WEST LEAVING THE NORTH BOUNDARY OF SAID BRYCE MEADOWS SUBDIVISION PHASE 1 AND ALONG THE NORTH-SOUTH CENTERLINE OF THE NORTHEAST QUARTER OF SAID SECTION 35, 116.89 FEET TO THE POINT OF BEGINNING. EXCEPTING THEREFROM ALL COAL, OIL, GAS AND MINERAL RIGHTS IN, ON, OR UNDER SAID LAND TOGETHER WITH THE RIGHT OF INGRESS AND EGRESS FOR THE PURPOSE OF EXPLORING AND/OR REMOVING THE SAME. Parcel No. 08-0073-0467 PARCEL 2: BEGINNING 33.00 FEET NORTH AND 200.00 FEET WEST OF THE NORTHEAST CORNER OF THE NORTHEAST QUARTER OF THE SOUTHEAST QUARTER OF SECTION 35, TOWNSHIP 36 SOUTH, RANGE 3 WEST, SALT LAKE BASE AND MERIDIAN; AND RUNNING THENCE NORTH 384.00 FEET; THENCE EAST 150.00 FEET; THENCE NORTH 243.00 FEET; THENCE WEST 297.60 FEET; THENCE NORTH 146.50 FEET; THENCE WEST 343.40 FEET; THENCE SOUTH 146.50 FEET; THENCE EAST 31.00 FEET; THENCE SOUTH 627.00 FEET; THENCE EAST 460.00 FEET TO THE POINT OF BEGINNING. EXCEPTING THEREFROM: COMMENCING AT THE EAST QUARTER (1/4) CORNER OF SECTION 35, TOWNSHIP 36 SOUTH, RANGE 3 WEST, OF THE SALT LAKE BASE & MERIDIAN; THENCE N89°48’02”W ALONG THE SECTION LINE 544.03 FEET; THENCE N00°00’00”E 66.00 FEET TO THE POINT OF BEGINNING; THENCE N89°48’09”W 109.99 FEET; THENCE N00°10’20”E 183.54 FEET; THENCE N89°55’48”E 130.00 FEET; THENCE S00°10’16”W 164.14 FEET; THENCE SOUTHWESTERLY ALONG THE ARC OF A 20.00 FOOT RADIUS CURVE TO THE RIGHT A DISTANCE OF 31.43 FEET, THROUGH A CENTRAL ANGLE OF 90°01’42”, (LONG CHORD BEARS: S45°11’07”W 28.29 FEET) TO THE POINT OF BEGINNING. Parcel No. 08-0073-0251 PARCEL 3: COMMENCING AT THE EAST QUARTER (1/4) CORNER OF SECTION 35, TOWNSHIP 36 SOUTH, RANGE 3 WEST, OF THE SALT LAKE BASE & MERIDIAN; THENCE N89°48’02”W ALONG THE SECTION LINE 544.03 FEET; THENCE N00°00’00”E 66.00 FEET TO THE POINT OF BEGINNING; THENCE N89°48’09”W 109.99 FEET; THENCE N00°10’20”E 183.54 FEET; THENCE N89°55’48”E 130.00 FEET; THENCE S00°10’16”W 164.14 FEET; THENCE SOUTHWESTERLY ALONG THE ARC OF A 20.00 FOOT RADIUS CURVE TO THE RIGHT A DISTANCE OF 31.43 FEET, THROUGH A CENTRAL ANGLE OF 90°01’42”, (LONG CHORD BEARS: S45°11’07”W 28.29 FEET) TO THE POINT OF BEGINNING. Parcel No. 08-0073-0497 A Substitution of Trustee and Notice of Default were recorded on July 20, 2026 as Entry 291808, Book 601, Page 1, and on July 21, 2026 as Entry 291817, Book 601, Page 39, respectively, in the official records of the Garfield County Recorder, State of Utah. The undersigned Substitute Trustee has elected to sell or cause to be sold all right, title and interest of the Trustor in and to the real property described in the aforementioned Trust Deed in order to satisfy such obligations in favor of the Beneficiary. Bidders must tender to the Substitute Trustee a deposit of five thousand dollars ($5,000.00), at the time of sale and the balance of the purchase price is due by 12:00 p.m. MST on the first business day following the sale. Both the deposit and the balance must be paid to V. Lowry Snow, Trustee, in the form of a wire transfer, cashier’s check or certified funds. Cash payments, personal checks or trust checks will not be accepted. The Substitute Trustee shall sell the above property at the time of the sale without warranty, express or implied, and subject to all encumbrances of record. Anyone having questions or desiring information regarding the property to be sold should contact the undersigned. The hours of his office operation: 8:30 a.m. to 5:30 p.m., Monday through Friday, except legal holidays. THIS IS AN ATTEMPT TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION OBTAINED WILL BE USED TO COLLECT THIS DEBT. V. Lowry Snow | Substitute Trustee Published in The Wayne and Garfield County Insider on OCTOBER 22 & 29 and NOVEMBER 5, 2026 NOTICE TO CREDITORS The James Burdell Henrie Revocable Living Trust dated August 22, 2024 James Burdell Henrie, Deceased Notice is hereby given that Michelle Henrie and Joel Bernard Henrie are the appointed successor Co-Trustees of The James Burdell Henrie Revocable Living Trust dated August 22, 2024. Grantor James Burdell Henrie died on October 3, 2026, while a resident of Garfield County, Utah. Pursuant to U.C.A. § 75B-2-508, creditors of the deceased are hereby notified to present their claims to the trustees at the address below, or to the trustees’ attorney of record Nicole A. Bonham Colby, Attorney at Law, PLLC, P.O. Box 89, Kanab, UT 84741, within three (3) months after the date of first publication of this notice, or be forever barred. Michelle Henrie and Joel Bernard Henrie, Co-Trustees; The James Burdell Henrie Revocable Living Trust, dated August 22, 2024 P.O. Box 957 Panguitch, UT 84759 Date of First Publication: Nov. 5, 2026 Published in The Wayne and Garfield County Insider on NOVEMBER 5, 12 & 19, 2026
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