The Wayne & Garfield County Insider November 6, 2025
Entrada Institute to Hold Gala FUNdraiser on Nov. 15
TEASDALE - On Saturday, November 15, beginning at 5:30 p.m., friends and neighbors will gather to celebrate all that the Entrada Institute offers the community. The evening will feature a catered dinner, music by Christoph Luty, and exciting auction items. All proceeds from the evening will go directly to support the 2026 Sunset Series, which showcases incredible performances and programs for the community.
The catered dinner will feature a choice of creamy Dijon chicken with garlic wine sauce or a ratatouille layered casserole, each main dish with a variety of flavorful accompaniments. Wine and beer will also be served. To help the caterer plan for the event, please register by November 10 by going to entradainstitute.org and selecting Entrada Annual (Teasdale). Tickets to the
Community Rallies Ahead of Potential SNAP Lapse as Bicknell Pantry Prepares for Surge
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BICKNELL - As uncertainty grows over federal Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) funding during the federal government
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Courtesy Zach Cummings Angie and Zach Cummings, new owners of Adobe Desert, formerly known as the Adobe Sands Motel.
PANGUITCHThose traveling down historic US Route 89 through Panguitch may have noticed some big changes happening on the blue motel at 390 N. Main Street. The property, formerly known as the Adobe Sands Motel, has new owners, and they are giving the business a complete overhaul all the way down to the name. The business will now be known as Adobe Desert. The new owners are an ambitious
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shutdown, residents of Wayne County are stepping up to ensure no one goes hungry this holiday season. The newly formed Good Neighbors Coali-
Update: Dixie N.F. Begins Prescribed Fires
CEDAR CITY - Dixie National Forest is planning prescribed fire operations starting this November, pending all required approvals. We estimate this work to continue throughout the fall and winter of 2025, and into the spring of 2026, as weather conditions allow. We use prescribed fires to help reduce overgrown and dead and down vegetation to help mitigate risk to local communities, infrastructure, and natural resources from wildfires.
Prescribed fires
tion, a partnership of local individuals, organizations, and small businesses, has already donated more than $500 in grocery gift cards to the Bicknell Branch of
GARFIELD CO.Notes from the Garfield County Commissioners Board reports on their activities:
Commissioner David Tebbs met with members of Senator Curtis's legislative team and his Southern Utah Outreach Advisor on effects of the shutdown on gateway communities to Bryce Canyon National Park. They heard concerns about visitor center staffing, housing, and federal worker furloughs. On the flip side, Tebbs reported business owners in the area saying the shutdown, which resulted in the “Free National Park Day,” was actually increasing business activity for them during this period.
Commissioner Jerry Taylor reported on a meeting with Outdoor Adventure Commission and the $19-20M of funding available for recre-
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one of the organizers of the Good Neighbors Coalition, and Mike Riddle, manager of the Bicknell
Pantry, hold Royal's Foodtown gift cards. The gift cards will be handed out by the pantry
help
the impact of any SNAP lapse during the federal government
Central Utah Food Sharing in its first few days. According to a report
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FUNdraiser: On Saturday, November 15, beginning at 5:30 p.m., friends and neighbors will gather to celebrate all that the Entrada Institute offers the community. The evening will feature a catered dinner, music by Christoph Luty, and exciting auction items. All proceeds from the evening will go directly to support the 2026 Sunset Series, which showcases incredible performances and programs for the community.
Gala FUNdraiser are $50 each; proceeds support the 2026 Sunset Series.
Christoph Luty, a native Utahn and Torrey resident, had a three-decade Los Angeles-based career as an internationally recognized jazz upright bassist, composer and arranger. He has performed in clubs, concert halls and festivals all over the world—from the Hollywood Bowl to the Concertgebouw to the Tokyo Blue Note, and everywhere in between. He has also played bass on over thirty albums, including the Grammy-winning soundtrack to the film “Good Night and Good Luck” (he also appeared
on-screen in that film), and has performed on live television (“American Idol” and “The Late Late Show with Craig Ferguson”). He is best known for his performances and recordings with the Clayton/Hamilton Jazz orchestra (21 years) and the Jeff Hamilton Trio (18 years). Since retiring to Torrey with his wife, Nancy, in 2022, he has enjoyed returning to his first instrument, the guitar, after a 35year hiatus.
Auction items, silent and live, will include artwork, dining opportunities, shopping in Torrey, a week in a Paris apartment, a week in Crete vacation home, a weekend of lodging in Torrey to go with adventure opportunities in little known areas of Wayne County, and a
Bird Watching:
weekend of lodging for two at Tavaputs Ranch, including a guided trip into Range Creek archeological sites and field station. It’s shaping up to be Utah’s best live and on-line charity auctions of the season.
The event will take place at The Lodge at Red River Ranch, 2900 Utah 24, just west of Teasdale. We invite you to join us in a grand celebration of a great community cause and in ringing in Entrada’s Grand Opening Season at the new cultural arts center. You won’t want to miss this opportunity to
—Entrada Institute Christoph Luty, a native Utahn and Torrey resident, will provide the music for the 2025 Entrada Institute Gala FUNdraiser on Nov. 15.
join your friends in an evening of fun, delicious food, and stellar entertainment.
Fall is here, which means wildlife migrations are in full swing in Utah. Bird-watching is a great opportunity to get outdoors and see a wide variety of birds during their annual migrations—and enjoy the fun challenge of trying to identify them.
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see birds during the fall migration. These viewing events will also help individuals who are attempting to complete the beginner slam included in the recently launched Utah Birding Slam.
The first event will be held Saturday, Nov. 8, from 8-11 a.m. in the Moab area. Participants will meet at Lions Park at 1850 N. Highway 191 in Moab for some bird-watching instructions and resources at 8 a.m.. Then the group will drive to the Grandstaff Canyon Trail where an experienced DWR biologist will lead a beginner-friendly bird-
watching excursion.
“We are hoping to see a few of the birds common in the Moab area, including the red-tailed hawk, northern flicker, Woodhouse's scrub-jay, canyon wren and spotted towhee,” DWR Southeastern Region Outreach Manager Brandon Behling said. “We hope that this event helps spark a lifelong love of bird-watching for our participants!”
While the event is free, attendees should register in advance on Eventbrite so they can be notified of any weather-related cancellations.
The second event will be held on Saturday, Nov. 15, from 8-11 a.m. in the Price area. Similar to the first event, participants
will first meet at the DWR Price Office at 319 N. Carbonville Road for some information about birdwatching and the Utah Birding Slam. Then the group will drive to Wood Hill in Price for some hands-on bird-watching with a biologist.
“At the Price viewing event, we are hoping to see bird species like the pinyon jay, mountain bluebird, house finch, juniper titmouse and golden eagle during our outing,” Behling said.
For both events, participants should bring binoculars, water and a smartphone so they can download the eBird app, which will be used during the event. Individuals hoping to complete the beginner slam during either event should register in advance on the Utah Birding Slam webpage.
You can find a few other helpful bird-watching tips on the DWR website.
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While this event is also free, participants are encouraged to register in advance on Eventbrite.
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Garfield Commission: The effects of the shutdown on gateway communities, funding available for recreational projects throughout the state, shuttle service into Bryce Canyon, fuel storage requirements on private land and final legal arrangements with the Tropic dead animal pit, the county's General Plan update, Life and Safety Code enforcement, and BLM landing strips discussed.
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ational projects throughout the state. Garfield County should be able to tap into that funding for trail building or other recreation-oriented projects.
“Maybe we can sit down and make some goals… bike paths, hiking paths, different things…Maybe we can turn it into reality,” Taylor said. He also mentioned an hour-long discussion within a Utah Association of Counties meeting regarding HB48, and the Wildland Urban Interface classification, saying “I think we need to be involved with that. Things are coming down the pike.” [As noted in the Oct. 23 Insider, HB48 and its fire risk designations could significantly affect numerous properties in the county.]
Commissioner Leland Pollock noted that the shuttle service into Bryce Canyon is a private concession, and they are asking to start service March 1 instead of Apr.
1. Commissioners Tebbs said one of the concerns about not collecting gate fees is that some of that money rolls over to help fund the next year’s shuttle service. Without the shuttle operating, park capacity is significantly diminished, as many people park outside and ride the shuttle into the park, he said. Pollock said, “I think we need to really prioritize with this administration.
People are begging for more access…more parking at Bryce Point...and more viewpoints [looking out] over the west side of Bryce Canyon. I think we need to take advantage of that opportunity and expand that inside the park.” Pollock also stated his concern about the legislature potentially pulling back funding from a grant that the county has been using to build and maintain trails, both motor-
ized and non-motorized. He plans to lobby for the county’s continued use of these funds for trails.
Public Works, Dave Dodds: Commissioners want Dodds to expedite the final legal arrangements with the Tropic dead animal pit and to work with the Commission on an ordinance that better defines fuel storage requirements on private land, such that 30,000 gallons of diesel cannot be stored on the ground without additional containment, but not impede normal agricultural fuel storage needs.
Planning Director Kaden Figgins said initial public hearings were held on the county’s General Plan update, with plans to complete it by next spring.
Life and Safety Code Enforcement, Henrieville Fire Chief Daniel Medina: Medina noted that buildings in Garfield County, other than shortterm rentals, generally are not inspected once they pass initial building inspection. Having dealt with a fire in a structure that didn’t meet code, Medina proposed annual inspection to ensure ongoing compliance with building codes. The Commissioners listened to Medina’s plan but pushed back on the efficacy of implementing it given the county’s human and financial resources. Figgins commented that insurance companies may require certain inspections, but the county isn’t liable for enforcing those.
BLM Landing Strips, John Clayton, Recreational Aviation Foundation and Utah Back Country Pilots: Clayton said Garfield County BLM land includes nineteen airstrips. He requested the county sponsor SF299 federal lands applications to these strips. Once approved, the RAF can get airport identifiers for these runways. There would be no additional grading or FAA re-
quirements for the county. Between his two organizations, Clayton said they can conduct any required archeological studies, clear up landing sites, and add wind sox/weather stations. The next step would be for the county to obtain an FA identifier that provides an ID and gets the runway charted on aviation charts, enabling possible emergency usage, as well. The Commissioners verified that this process ensures a county right of way that protects access from planes to a landing strip. They were all in favor but first want to legally vet the contract. It will be on the agenda for the next meeting.
The Commission approved:
• Airport Director Tye Ramsay’s request to advertise request for quotes on airport planning and engineering services, to be renewed every five years. Quotes will be accepted until 3 p.m., Nov. 21.
• Business license for Kern Custom Builders, Henrieville.
The Commission went into executive session to discuss personnel and potential litigation.
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/.
Wills, Trusts, and More
Giving Assets While You're Still Living
"It is better to give than to receive." The sage who coined this phrase was speaking in terms of the good we can do by making gifts. Following this advice can lead to taxsavings as well. However, it is important to "look before we leap." Careful examination of both personal and tax considerations should be made before embarking on a course of lifetime gift giving.
Gifting is a strategy that is often suggested by estate and financial planners to those with the largest estates. Perhaps the most significant advantage is that federal estate taxes and probate costs will be reduced because the gifted property is no longer part of your estate.
In addition, income tax savings are also possible through the use of lifetime gifts. Although certain provisions of the tax law restrict your options, you can still achieve income tax savings by giving income-producing property to those in lower tax brackets. For instance, if dividends from your stocks are taxed to you at 35 percent, you can pocket 25 percent more by giving the stock to a family member who is in the 10 percent tax bracket.
Making lifetime gifts allows you to see how the
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recipient manages the property or money. This may help you decide whether later gifts should be made outright or in trust. Also, lifetime gifts need not become part of the public record like gifts made under a Will or Trust.
Last, but not least, are the advantageous rules that make certain gifts nontaxable. The basic rule is that anyone can give up to $18,000 (as of Jan. 1, 2024) in money or other property each year, to any number of parties, with no gift tax. This $18,000 per year, per recipient, rule is known as the “annual gift tax exclusion.” Gifts between spouses, regardless of amount, are also nontaxable. So, too, are certain tuition and medical expenses that you may make on behalf of another.
While gifting obviously has its advantages, it has its disadvantages as well. Initially, in order to achieve the advantages of gifting, you must relinquish all controls over the gifted property. Gifts must be made with no strings attached. Gifting can also have an impact on your eligibility for nursing home medical assistance.
Perhaps the most significant tax disadvantage
of gifting is the loss of the so-called "stepped-up" basis. This can be best explained by an example. Let's say you purchased unimproved land for $10,000 but the land is now worth $100,000. If you sell the land, you would realize a $90,000 taxable gain.
If you were to make a lifetime gift of this property, the recipient would stand in your shoes and would also realize a $90,000 taxable gain if he or she were to sell the property. If, however, you were to bequeath the property in your Will or Revocable Trust, your beneficiary would receive it as if he or she paid $100,000 for it. As such, they could, in turn, sell it for $100,000 and realize no taxable gain. Because of this “steppedup basis” that a decedent's beneficiaries receive, it is suggested that a donor refrain from gifting appreciated property.
The decision to make significant gifts involves consideration of many factors. If you have the inclination or the need to institute a gifting program, you should speak with your financial advisor or estate planning attorney to determine whether it is truly better to give than to receive.
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.
country roads
by Lynn Griffin
Celebrate Good Times
A man and his wife are at a restaurant, and the husband keeps staring at an old drunken lady swigging her gin at a nearby table.
His wife asks, "Do you know her?"
"Yes," sighs the husband. "She's my ex-wife. She took to drinking right after we divorced seven years ago, and I hear she hasn't been sober since."
"My God," says the wife. "Who would think a person could go on celebrating that long?"
Vet Visit
A man takes his sick Chihuahua to the veterinarian. They’re immediately taken back to a room.
Soon, a Labrador walks in, sniffs the Chihuahua for ten minutes and leaves.
Then a cat comes in, stares at the Chihuahua for ten minutes and leaves.
Finally, the doctor comes in, prescribes some medicine and hands the man a $250 bill.
“This must be a mistake,” the man says. “I’ve been here only twenty minutes!”
“No mistake,” the doctor says. “It’s $100 for the lab test, $100 for the cat scan and $50 for the medicine.”
THEME: North and South Poles
ACROSS
1. Impromptu (2 words)
6. Chop
9. Little bit, in Cancun
13. Luffa, alt. sp.
14. The day before 15. Rn, a health hazard
16. Surveyor's maps
17. Black gunk
18. Run off, as in couple
19. *Mount ____, Earth's southernmost active volcano
21. *Antarcticaworld's largest ____
23. A Bobbsey twin
24. Not to be broken?
25. Eyeball shape
28. Minimal distortion
30. *Polar bear, a ____ mammal
35. Goldfish or koi
37. Memorial Day solo
39. Red-dot pointer, e.g.
40. Purse to match a gown
41. *Amundsen-____ South Pole Station
43. Hipbones
44. Letter H, phonetically speaking
46. Biblical twin
47. Frog delicacy
48. Intellectual
50. Novice or beginner
52. Café alternative
53. You, in bygone era 55. Ciao, in the U.S. 57. *____ Nast, imagined Santa at North Pole 60. *The largest lake near South Pole
Hotel room option
*Barents or Laptev
Blackfin and bluefin
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Ladder Fall
I was in my garden when I got the news that my father had fallen from a twenty feet ladder and was in the hospital.
I rushed to the hospital expecting that my father had some major fractures, but he was allright except for some minor cuts.
When I told him that it was a miracle, he disagreed and told me, "Son, I had just fallen from the first step of the ladder."
Shower Thoughts
find any.
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Obituaries
Tamara MacKay Bagley
1950 - 2025
TORREY - Tamara MacKay Bagley, age 75, our beautiful and loving wife, mother, daughter, sister and friend, passed away at her Torrey home on October 16th, 2025.
After years of saying she wanted "a good obituary someday," she has finally earned one—and knowing her, she's probably laughing about it right now!
The story of
Tamie's life was full of love, family, friends, challenges and experiences. She raised 3 beautiful daughters that she was extremely proud of in every aspect of their lives. She fell in love with Gary at a young age, telling his mother when she was 10 years old that she was going to marry him. They were married for 54 exciting and challenging years. She survived and supported Gary's many adventures with courage, and hope. However, she did write a book about the 7 times she had to move in their first year of marriage with her furniture in the back of a ten wheel dump truck, appropriately called "A Year of Hell in a Small Town." Tamie enjoyed traveling to all corners of the world. She would pack suit cases full of clothes and supplies to take to many of the underprivileged countries and villages she visited. She loved the people and diverse cultures of those villages. She was a mother and a teacher who loved singing and painting. In her younger years, she loved diving and water ballet. She developed a love and passion for animals at a young age and actually carried on two-way conversations with them. Her favorites—Bronco (her dog), Paddy Cakes (her cat), Thor (her enormous Texas longhorn), Valero and Chevy (her horses)—will all miss her daily treats and conversations.
Tamie loved her family above all else, especially her grandkids, nieces and nephews. She also had a well known love affair with movies, lattes and her Mustang— a sense of freedom on wheels of which she had one speeding ticket in her life and cried for a week over it. Her daughters will fight over who gets her rather infamous license plate.
Tamie was a philanthropist, helping family, friends and others in need. Yes, she tipped excessively well.
The weather couldn’t be better for the fall. Salt Lake City got over five inches of rain in October, and Panguitch got maybe a half of an inch. The big news, again, is that both the boys and girls Panguitch High School cross country teams won state titles at the championship this year. For the boys team, this is their first time since 2016, but for the girls team, this will be their sixth straight championship, passing St. Joseph, who had five straight championships. This means that the Bobcats have won all four fall championships: baseball, volleyball, and now both cross country races.
For Halloween, the city and the school did a really great job. There were haunted houses, rides, a trunk-or-treat and a whole lot of fun for the kids. It started on Monday. The elementary school had a pumpkin carving contest done by the kids and a party afterwards. I forgot that the kids don’t go to school on Friday this year, so their
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parade was on Thursday; I am sorry that I missed it. We didn’t have many trick-or-treaters, but on Main Street, there aren’t too many homes that have anyone in them.
November starts off like a bomb, with things happening right away. Hopefully, you got your ballots in and the people that you voted for won their races. The next day is my birthday, which is just another number; 90 sounds so old.
Tomorrow, on Friday, is the great craft fair at the fair building. You can do some early Christmas shopping and find some unique gifts. Don’t forget the Sub for Santa booth at the end of the building; all proceeds go to the youth in our town. There will be some Sub for Santa applications there that you can fill out. "No child will go without a great Christmas" is their motto.
At the start of next week, there will be the annual Veterans Dinner on November 11 hosted by
the Panguitch American Legion. All veterans in our area are invited, along with their companions. Widows of veterans and any active military are also welcome. It will be held at the Cowboy's Smokehouse Cafe on Main Street, and it will start around 6:30 or so.
On the 21st will be the first home game of the boys basketball season.
On the 27th, or Thanksgiving, we will be having our annual dinner, and it will be at the Panguitch Senior Citizens Center. All are welcome; we have plenty of help, and we would really like all to come. If you have a large family, please call so we can have plenty of food. This is our 18th annual dinner, and it was started by our granddaughter, Teah. Her first year in college, we had Thanksgiving on Friday because she was helping out with dinner at the homeless shelter. There were only six of us at the dinner, and she said that there was probably a number of small groups around
town that would like to celebrate Thanksgiving. At first there were mostly older folks that came, but now, many are coming alone or with large families, and it is fun for us. So why go to all the trouble of making a big turkey when you can have dinner with the folks in town.
Well, daylight saving time has ended, and it is really dark outside. I get ready for it by staying up real late and sleeping in. So now I will be going to bed at 11 instead of 12. I get most of my energy in the evening time, so it is hard to go out and work in the yard.
The president went on a tour of the Asian countries, and when he came back, he said that he was going to start testing nuclear weapons again. It has been thirty-three years, since 1992, since the U.S. last tested nuclear weapons.
Being ninety is all right, but my body hates it.
Mack O.
Deadline Closing in for Utah and 6 Other States Hammering Out
a New Water Plan
Upstream and downstream states have less than two weeks to power through sticking points
COLORADO RIVER
BASIN - Utah and six other states along the Colorado River are pushing up against a deadline to figure out as a group how to manage the river and its reservoirs.
by Annie Knox | Utah News Dispatch
The Upper Basin states have resisted the idea of mandatory cuts in dry years, saying they typically use much less than their yearly allocation.
Tamie lived a life overflowing with love, laughter and lattes. She was endlessly generous, fiercely kind, and had a knack for making everyone feel like they were her favorite person—and in her presence, they were. She had a heart big enough for everyone. A true friend to all, she had a rare ability to make everyone feel seen, valued and loved. Her kindness left a lasting mark on every life she touched. As a wife, she knew how to make dinner reservations every night. Though she's no longer with us, we'll carry her love, kindness and malapropisms in our hearts forever. We can't help but smile knowing she's still making friends, seeing and spoiling her heavenly animals and still enjoying that well deserved latte somewhere beautiful. And yes, she's getting her hair and nails done weekly.
Tamie was born on July 23rd, 1950, at LDS Hospital in Salt Lake City, Utah. She was the oldest daughter of Keith P. MacKay and Ardith Averett MacKay. She is survived by and will be greatly missed by her husband, Gary and three daughters—Amy (Rob) Tincher, Samantha (Jeremy) Stout and Ali (Jeremy) Hopkin. She had 5 grandchildren—Jessye Sue Berg (31), Kaleb Hopkin (30), Elle Green (19), Aydan Tincher (19) and Ethan Tincher (15). She is also survived by her two loving sisters—Debbie Helton (Shawn) and Marcee Pentelute (Mark)—and all her beloved nieces, nephews and in-laws.
She will be deeply missed and forever remembered by all who knew her.
There will be a Celebration of Life on December 7th, 2025, at the Cougar Ridge Lodge in Torrey, Utah, from 1:00 p.m. till 3:00 p.m. for all who care to share their experiences and thoughts of Tamie.
Cremation services are under the care of the Springer Turner Funeral Homes of Richfield and Salina, Utah. Online guestbook at springerturner.com
If they can’t reach an agreement by Nov. 11, the federal government is set to intervene and make its own plan. The existing agreement expires at the end of next year.
“There’s still hope,” Marc Stilson, principal engineer for the Colorado River Authority of Utah, said. “They’re working hard, and they’re close.”
The upstream Upper Basin states—Utah, Colorado, New Mexico, and Wyoming—and the Lower Basin states of Nevada, Arizona and California pitched competing plans to the federal government last year.
Now, in the home stretch of negotiations, the seven states are working through questions including which reservoirs would be managed under the new agreement, how they’ll measure water use and whether the plan will include mandatory cuts to water allocations, Stilson said.
Lower Basin states have said all seven should share water cuts during dry years under the new plan, warning if they don’t, downstream states could face cuts that aren’t feasible for them to absorb, the Nevada Current reported.
The river provides water to forty million people across the U.S. and Mexico, and contributes twenty-seven percent of Utah’s water supply. Hotter temperatures tied to climate change have mixed with drought and overuse to reduce its flow.
Utah isn’t waiting to prepare for potentially significant changes to how it manages water, said Michael Drake, deputy state engineer with the Utah Division of Water rights.
It’s been investing in expanding its use of tools to better measure and monitor water use since 2023, Drake told reporters.
That year, the Legislature poured $1 million
into a Colorado River measurement infrastructure project and approved $650,000 in annual funding to monitor water use, according to the division.
Whether the state ends up facing cuts as part of the new plan or just working toward new targets, Drake said, it sees a need “to be able to manage water better, and you can’t regulate what you can’t measure.”
“As we get close here, I think reality is starting to hit and so we want to put out the messaging, you know, we can do this,” Drake told Utah News Dispatch
He noted the possibility of forced cuts is
troubling to many of the state’s farmers.
“What we’re going to be asking people to do is to see water running in a stream, and to not take it, to leave it there,” Drake said. “It’s a hard pill to swallow.”
Scott Thayn, who farms alfalfa and the grain sorghum in unincorporated Carbon County, agreed.
“If something happens with this new treaty and they drop it 10, 15, 20%,” Thayn said, “most of the years we’re going to be hurting.”
This article was originally published on utahnewsdispatch.com on October 31, 2025.
Spenser Heaps Utah News Dispatch
The Colorado River is pictured where if flows near Hite, just beyond the upper reaches of Lake Powell, on Friday, Sept. 19, 2025.
Photo Gallery: 2025 Panguitch Halloween Carnival
by Jaynie Connor
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The Perkins family poses in their character costumes at the Panguitch Halloween Carnival on Friday, October 31.
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The Panguitch Prevention Coalition hosted a Halloween Carnival in Panguitch on Friday, October 31.
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Tammy Barton and grandson, Harrison, pose at the Panguitch Halloween Carnival on Friday, October 31.
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The Gray family attends the Panguitch Halloween Carnival dressed as the Flintstones on Friday, October 31.
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Maegin Torgersen poses with her girls at the Panguitch Halloween Carnival on Friday, October 31.
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Dressed up as characters from "Napoleon Dynamite," Canyon Stewart and Liam Mecham have their candy bags ready at the Panguitch Halloween Carnival on Friday, October 31.
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Brews 'n Doubloons coffee truck serves attendees on Center Street at the Panguitch Halloween Carnival on Friday, October 31.
Schools and Sports
Panguitch Volleyball Wins 1A State Title for 3rd Year in a Row
by Jaynie Connor
Courtesy Kim Harland
The Panguitch volleyball team won their third consecutive 1A State title against Rich on Saturday, October 25.
PANGUITCH - Panguitch triumphed over Rich on Saturday, October 25, securing the State 1A title in four sets with scores of 29-27, 22-25, 2520, and 25-11.
“We had just a fantastic season," said Coach Troy Norris. "The girls were such competitors; we beat a lot of big teams, including Delta who took third in 3A. We have outstand-
ing girls on the team, very humble, respectful, and coachable. We as coaches are so blessed to coach such a good bunch of girls.”
In 2022, Rich beat Panguitch in a challeng-
New Biomechanics Lab Unveiled at SUU
by Ali Maynard | Southern Utah University
Courtesy Southern Utah University
The Department of Kinesiology and Outdoor Recreation at Southern Utah University held the grand opening of their new biomechanics lab on Oct. 16, showcasing their new motion capture system that will help prepare students for their future careers.
CEDAR CITY - The Department of Kinesiology and Outdoor Recreation at Southern Utah University held the grand opening of their new biomechanics lab on Oct. 16, showcasing their new motion capture system that will help prepare students for their future careers.
“We’re really grateful to the university for supporting us,” Department Chair Cody Bremner said. “I wanted faculty and students to have
access to state-of-the-art equipment, and this will ultimately benefit them.”
By analyzing movements in great detail, the biomechanics lab provides high-quality data on human performance that increases SUU’s research capabilities. T-birds were able to participate in the demonstration, testing out the equipment and asking professors and current biomechanics students questions.
“Having this experi-
ing five-set match, but this time, Panguitch was triumphant. With this victory, Panguitch has achieved a three-peat, winning the championship in both 2023 and 2024.
ence will help students get their foot in the door,” said biomechanics professor Jeff Cowley.
By providing a more immersive education, the biomechanics lab will help students pave new paths forward and soar higher than ever. This is just a small fraction of the opportunities that the Department of Kinesiology & Outdoor Recreation and the College of Health Sciences are constantly striving to give students.
by Mack Oetting
Is has been a great year for the Bobcats. They have done something that no other school has ever done; they won all of the four fall state championships. To finish off the season, the Bobcats have won both the girls and boys cross country races. The girls won their title for the sixth time in a row. Milford came close with a score of 45, but the Cats overwhelmed the competition with a score of 33. They again dominated in Region 20, with Milford coming in 2nd, Wayne in 3rd, Valley in 4th, and Bryce Valley in 5th. Halle Albrecht came in 2nd, and her sister, Brooke, came in 4th. Annie Yardley took 5th, and Sophie Woolsey came in 22nd.
For the boys, it was a different story. Five out of the seven runners each made their personal best
times in their races, and they needed all of their efforts.
Last week at Region, Bryce Valley won by two points. The Cats reversed that this time around, winning also by two points. Panguitch finished with 64 points, and Bryce Valley finished with 66 points. This is a team event. Josh Perez was 10th, Lincoln Henrie was twelve seconds behind and took 13th, Curtis Henrie was four seconds behind and took 14th, and Brayden Frandson took 27th. Josh's time was 17:30. Both of these teams have young runners on them. The only seniors are Josh Perez, Brayden Frandson, and Brooke Albrecht.
I can't say enough about the amazing coaching that goes into these championships. Panguitch High School is blessed with having some of the best in the state. Winter sports are just around the corner, with wrestling and boys and girls basketball practice starting next week. Buy your season tickets, and enjoy the fun.
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Schools and Sports
BVHS Boys Cross Country Take 2nd at State; Girls Secure 5th
October 28.
TROPIC - The Bryce Valley High School cross country teams delivered outstanding performances at the UHSAA State Championships on October 28, capping off a season filled with dedication, determination, and Mustang pride.
The boys' team earned an impressive 2nd place finish, while the girls’ team secured 5th place, showcasing the hard work and teamwork
that define Bryce Valley athletics.
Representing the Bryce Valley girls’ team at State were Genesis Syrett, Jenna Platt, Kira Platt, and Miranda Beesley, each demonstrating exceptional effort and consistency throughout the race.
The boys’ team featured a strong lineup, including Chris Beesley, Clay Gray, Taj Morse, Boden Syrett, Arturo Fernandez, Kagen Twitchell,
BVHS Student of the Week
by Cambry Jensen
BRYCE - McRae
was nomi-
by
the Bryce Valley High School Student of the Week.
McRae always participates in class, and I have seen him try hard to engage in his work. He frequently has a positive attitude, which is crucial to success in anything. I can count on him to share something in class, and he elevates our classroom discussions with thoughtful insights and unique perspectives. Well done, McRae!
and Jonathan Platt, with additional key contributions from Russell Pollock, Marius Astalus, Hunter Porter, and Kai Thompson.
Two runners placed among the top finishers: • Genesis Syrett - 3rd place overall Taj Morse - 7th place overall
A special thank you goes to Coach Ty Post, Coach Katy Cooke, Coach Nathan Platt, and Coach Dallen Platt for their time,
Prescribed Fires:
Dixie National Forest is planning prescribed fire operations starting this November, pending all required approvals. We estimate this work to continue throughout the fall and winter of 2025, and into the spring of 2026, as weather conditions allow. We use prescribed fires to help reduce overgrown and dead and down vegetation to help mitigate risk to local communities, infrastructure, and natural resources from wildfires.
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planned for the area include:
Broadcast Burn
Projects
Cedar City Ranger
District (Kane, Iron and Garfield Counties)
• Duck Creek Aspen - 194
acres
• Henrie Knolls - 500
acres
• Ikes Valley - 500 acres
Powell Ranger District (Kane and Garfield Counties)
Mud Springs - 1,000
acres
Flake Mountain - 1,350
acres
Escalante Ranger
District (Garfield County)
• Upper Valley - 1,000
acres
• Ranch Creek - 500 acres
Pretty Tree - 500 acres
• Whip Up Bench - 1,000
acres
Pile Burn Projects
Pine Valley Ranger
District (Washington & Iron Counties)
Grass Valley - 202 acres
• Pine Valley - 100 acres
Cedar City Ranger
District (Kane, Iron & Garfield Counties)
Duck Creek - 10 acres
• Henrie Knolls - 500
acres
• Ikes Valley - 500 acres
• Markagaunt - 200 acres
Powell Ranger District (Garfield & Kane Counties)
• Left Fork - 2 acres
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dedication, and leadership throughout the season.
The school also extends its gratitude to Athletic Director Fred Beesley for his leadership and organization, and to Bryce Syrett, whose dependable driving ensured the teams traveled safely to every meet.
Congratulations to the Bryce Valley Mustangs on a fantastic season and a strong showing at State.
—Bryce Valley High School
BVHS Athlete of the Week
BRYCE - Kira Platt was nominated by girls cross country coach Katy Cooke as the Bryce Valley High School Athlete of the Week.
Kira leads quietly but powerfully, setting an incredible example through her consistency and attitude. She is the perfect
balance of fun and focus— bringing laughter and positivity to the team while still putting in the hard work every day. Kira might not always be the loudest voice in the room, but her leadership shows in the way others follow her example. We’re so lucky to have her on the team!
District (Garfield County)
• Upper Valley - 317 acres
Escalante MWS - 164
acres
Mitchell - 16 acres
• Mud Lake - 36 acres
Ranch Creek - 375 acres
• Iron Draw - 20 acres
• Sink Holes - 32 acres
Pockets - 95 acres
• Clayton - 16 acres
Widstoe - 74 acres
These areas may be closed to the public for several days for public safety.
Watch for warning signs along roads near all pre-
scribed fire areas before and during burns.
Residents may experience smoke during the prescribed burns. For more detailed information about air quality, go to AirNow online or download the app. When driving, slow down and turn on your headlights when you encounter smoke on the road.
We will evaluate weather conditions in the hours before a burn begins. If conditions warrant, scheduled prescribed fire activities may be canceled.
Stay informed about the scheduled prescribed fires through the forest website, social media channels, and InciWeb, the interagency incident information system. We will notify county emergency management officials when burning begins. About the Forest Service:
The USDA Forest Service has for more than 100 years brought people and communities together to answer the call of conservation. Grounded in world-class science and technology—and rooted in communities—the Forest Service connects people to nature and to each other. The Forest Service cares for shared natural resources in ways that promote lasting economic, ecological, and social vitality. The agency manages 193 million acres of public land, provides assistance to state and private landowners, maintains the largest wildland fire and forestry research organizations in the world. The Forest Service also has either a direct or indirect role in stewardship of about 900 million forested acres within the U.S., of which over 130 million acres are urban forests where most Americans live.
—Dixie National Forest
Courtesy Samie Ott
The Bryce Valley High School boys cross country team placed 2nd at the UHSAA State Championship on October 28.
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The Bryce Valley High School girls cross country team placed 5th at the UHSAA State Championship on
Courtesy Samie Ott McRae Shakespear was nominated by Ms. Jensen as the Bryce Valley High School Student of the Week.
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Ms. Jensen as
by Katy Cooke
Courtesy Samie Ott
Kira Platt was nominated by girls cross country coach Katy Cooke as the Bryce Valley High School Athlete of the Week.
Bicknell Pantry: We can’t solve every problem, but we can take care of this small part of the world—neighbor to neighbor.
—Gena Edvalson,
one of the organizers of the Good Neighbors Coalition
The Bicknell Food Pantry is located inside the Community Center in Bicknell and is part of Central Utah Food Sharing, a regional partner of the Utah Food Bank headquartered in Richfield. Mike Riddle, manager of the food pantry, says that demand has more than tripled since he took over. “When I took it over three years ago, we had about fifteen people coming in,” said Riddle. “Now we have thirty-seven people here representing sixty-seven family members, and another twenty-four clients in Hanksville, which serves about forty-seven people.”
from Utahns Against Hunger, 79 households and 167 individuals in Wayne County currently rely on SNAP benefits. Nearly 30% of those households are single-parent families. For all Utah residents, the average monthly assistance is $388.
Local volunteers wor-
ry that even a short lapse in SNAP funding could push already-tight family budgets to the breaking point and leave some children in the community without enough to eat. The timing is especially challenging: right before the holidays, when many families are already stretched thin, and at a time when seasonal jobs are ending for the year.
Federal uncertainty
Beaver City Receives $1.26 Million for Sewer System Improvements
SALT LAKE CITYThe Permanent Community Impact Board (CIB) approved a $754,000 grant and a $502,000 low-interest loan to help Beaver City make critical improvements to its sewer system.
“This investment will help Beaver City upgrade critical infrastructure and ensure reliable sewer services for residents,” said Board Chair Curtis Wells. “These kinds of improvements are essential to supporting growth, protecting public health and building strong rural communities.”
The Permanent Community Impact Board awards grants and low-interest loans to cities, towns, and counties using funds generated from mining and oil and gas extraction on federal land. Projects funded by the CIB improve infrastructure and help create safer, more livable communities in rural Utah.
The Utah Housing and Community Development Division manages the fund, which is part of the Department of Workforce Services. For
more information, visit housing.utah.gov.
About the Permanent Community Impact Fund Board
The Permanent Community Impact Fund Board (CIB) provides loans and grants to counties, cities, and towns impacted by mineral resource development on federal lands. Because local governments cannot collect property taxes from these lands, the CIB helps fund essential community infrastructure such as roads, public safety facilities, water, and sewer systems.
About the Housing and Community Development Division
The Housing and Community Development Division strengthens Utah communities by building local capacity, funding essential services and infrastructure, and leveraging resources for programs that improve quality of life statewide. From supporting rural water systems to assisting lowincome families with utility costs, the division is dedicated to helping every Utah community thrive.
—Utah Department of Workforce Services
has also placed stress on local households affected by furloughs at national parks and other government agencies. “We’re anticipating there’s going to be a need and trying to get ahead of it,” said Gena Edvalson, one of the organizers of the Good Neighbors Coalition. “If I’m part of the community, I want to do the most I can so no child goes to bed hungry. It’s a small thing I can do, but I can do this.”
Demand has more than tripled since Mike Riddle took over as the manager of the Bicknell Food Pantry. “When I took it over three years ago, we had about fifteen people coming in,”
said Riddle. “Now we have thirty-seven people here representing sixty-seven family members, and another twenty-four clients in Hanksville, which serves about forty-seven people.”
The food pantry is located inside the Community Center in Bicknell and is part of Central Utah Food Sharing, a regional partner of the Utah Food Bank headquartered in Richfield. It provides free groceries twice a month, on the first and third Wednesdays, and is open to anyone in need. New visitors fill out a short form listing their name, household size, and contact information; no income information or veri
fication is required.
The Bicknell Food Pantry operates like a small grocery store. Visitors use shopping carts to select from a variety of canned goods, frozen meats, shelfstable milk, and, when available, seasonal produce, including potatoes, squash, and kale donated by local gardeners. Clients in Hanksville receive prepackaged food boxes.
Non-perishables are collected through community food drives, which typically bring in 6,000-8,000 pounds of food annually. The pantry also receives shipments from the Richfield warehouse, which also supplies Sevier, Millard, Piute, and Juab counties and is partially supported by the Utah Food Bank. The majority of the food bank's funding comes from individual donations, foundation grants, and corporate sponsorships.
“We do see some families, but most of our steady clients are retired and can’t make it on social security alone,” says Riddle. “We're not supposed to replace the grocery store,” he adds, “We just supplement people’s budgets.”
Riddle says the next few weeks are uncertain, noting that “we’ve never faced a situation quite like this before.” During previous government shutdowns, SNAP benefits continued through contingency funding, but this time there are no guarantees. For now, his focus is on collecting as many grocery gift cards as possible to prepare for whatever needs arise. The Bicknell pantry typically serves mostly elderly clients and doesn’t usually stock infant formula, so Riddle says gift cards are the best option if families with
young children need help. Anticipating potential need, a group of concerned community members has launched the Good Neighbors Coalition, working in partnership with the town of Torrey and the Bicknell Food Pantry to raise money for grocery store gift cards. The gift cards will be handed out by the pantry with the hopes that they will help cushion the impact of any SNAP lapse. This ensures that help remains local and that Royal’s Market remains supported, as well, since grocery stores will lose revenue with SNAP cuts. Cash and gift card donations can be dropped off at Torrey Town Hall, where receipts are available for tax purposes. Cash donations will be used to purchase additional cards from Royal’s and any checks should be written out to “Royal’s” directly.
As the community prepares for an uncertain few weeks and potentially longer, organizers say this effort is more than just filling food bank shelves, but rather, enhancing a sense of community and looking after our neighbors. “We can’t solve every problem,” Edvalson said, “but we can take care of this small part of the world — neighbor to neighbor.”
The hope is that the Good Neighbors Coalition will continue well beyond the shutdown, giving local residents a simple, meaningful way to help. Whether it’s donating a grocery gift card, organizing a food drive, or spreading the word about services available, every small act can add up and make a huge difference to a family in need.
Courtesy Gena Edvalson
Bicknell Pantry
Utahns Face Challenges to Medicare, ACA Open Enrollment
by Mark Richardson | Utah News Connection
A recent Edelman survey found 43% of people said they "regretted" a health decision they’ve made because of misleading information, and one in five said online content creators without medical credentials have influenced their health choices.
UTAH - Thousands of Utahns are choosing their health insurance plans for next year.
Medicare open enrollment is underway, and people can begin applying for insurance under the Affordable Care Act starting Nov. 1. As you do your research, health care experts are warning misinformation and changes could make this year's process harder.
Darren Hotten, associate state director of community outreach for AARP Utah, said it is important to see if your Medicare Advantage plan is still being offered. He pointed out some are being discontinued and others have changed their benefits.
"It's good to go back and look at your plan to see if these nonmedical benefits are still there that you need," Hotten recommended. "If not, check
other plans to see if they might offer it. But chances are that if it's a nonmedical benefit, it's going to be gone."
The federal tax subsidy for Affordable Care Act plans remains unsettled, with congressional Democrats pushing to preserve premium supports expiring next year. Medicare open enrollment runs through Dec. 7. Affordable Care Act marketplace enrollment runs until Jan. 15.
It is also the time of year when most employers open up enrollment for the coverage they sponsor for their workers.
Dr. Rhonda Randall, chief medical officer and executive vice president of UnitedHealthcare Employer and Individual, said now is the time to gather the necessary paperwork and explore options.
"The number one piece of advice I give people is to start early, so that
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you have enough time to do that," Randall suggested. "This is an important decision for your health. It's also an important decision for your financial health."
Randall stressed no matter what type of health plan you want, being proactive allows you to better understand the up front and out-of-pocket costs, as well as new offerings which may be available.
"Pay attention for those communications," Randall advised. "Generally, they're sending you some emails, might be some stuff in the mail, so that you have time to review it. You don't want this to be a decision that you're making at 10:00 at night, the day before it's due."
Utah is among dozens of states operating a State Health Insurance Information Program, which can help answer health plan questions.
NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING WAYNE COUNTY
Notice is hereby given to the public of Wayne County by the Wayne County Commissioners that a public hearing will be held Tuesday, November 17, 2025, at 6:00 PM in the Wayne County Courthouse 18 S. Main, Loa for public comments regarding the 2026 GENERAL FUND BUDGET.
Felicia Snow Wayne County Clerk-Auditor
Published in The Wayne and Garfield County Insider on OCTOBER 30 and NOVEMBER 6 & 13, 2025
PUBLIC NOTICE TOWN OF CANNONVILLE
A public meeting will be held in the Town Hall, November 19, 2025, at 6 p.m. to review the Town of Cannonville Water Conservation Plan. It will then be adopted by resolution. Public is welcome.
Published in The Wayne and Garfield County Insider on OCTOBER 30 and NOVEMBER 6 & 13, 2025
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. 3, 2025 either electronically using the Division`s on-line Protest of Application form, by hand delivery to a Division office, or by mail at PO Box 146300, Salt Lake City, UT 84114-6300. Please visit waterrights.utah.gov or call (801)538-7240 for additional information.
GARFIELD COUNTY
CHANGE APPLICATION(S)
61-1939 (a53753): South Fork of the Sevier River Water Users Assoc., State of Utah Board of Water Resources, West Panguitch Irrigation and Reservoir Company propose(s) using 1.092 ac-ft. from groundwater (11 miles north of Panguitch) for STOCKWATERING.
EXTENSION(S)
97-2299 (A76605): Blake Spalding is/are filing an extension for 1.73 ac-ft. from groundwater (~2 miles south of Boulder Town) for DOMESTIC; IRRIGATION.
KANE COUNTY
CHANGE APPLICATION(S)
61-3583 (a53732): Family Trust of The George R. Aiken Jr. and Donna M. Aiken Revocable Trust propose(s) using 0.5 ac-ft. from groundwater (2 miles SE of Long Valley Jnct) for DOMESTIC; IRRIGATION.
WAYNE COUNTY
CHANGE APPLICATION(S)
95-514 (a53749): Trinity R. Edwards Living Trust propose(s) using 0.142 cfs OR 9.6068 ac-ft. from the Unnamed Spring (2.5 miles north of Loa) for IRRIGATION; STOCKWATERING.
Teresa Wilhelmsen, P.E.
State Engineer
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Adobe Desert:
If we want this to be the cornerstone boutique property for Panguitch and Garfield County, we are doing it right. And the people of Panguitch deserve it.
many more features that will make this property a keeper.”
—Zach Cummings
young couple, Angie and Zach Cummings, with a love for renovation. They purchased the property in 2025, and quickly started, with a daring vision and a passion for history and hospitality. Located less than thirty minutes from Bryce Canyon National Park and just an hour from Zion National Park, this space is set to become a vibrant gateway for adventurers, families, and travelers alike, marking an exhilarating new chapter for both the owners and the community.
The Cummings have fond memories of traveling to Bryce Canyon when they were younger, and in 2017, while living full time with
Even more than the property, Zach states that they just love Panguitch itself. “Every person we interact with here seems to possess a purity that the rest of the world lacks. We have been welcomed and supported. We owe it to the wonderful people that live in and visit Panguitch. They were the deciding factor,” said Zach.
During the remodel, the Cummings are learning a lot about the history of the property and its role in Panguitch’s past. The motel was built in the 1960s.
“This is one of our favorite parts! We have heard hundreds of stories from people talking about their
cess and installing a new fire safety system. “If we want this to be the cornerstone boutique property for Panguitch and Garfield County, we are doing it right. And the people of Panguitch deserve it,” said Zach.
“On the inside, this property will feel like a Ritz-Carlton, said Zach, but the couple plans to “impress guests with the basics,” such as nice new mattresses, clean sheets, and large televisions. They are also excited to add fun features like movie nights by the campfire with an outdoor theater and an on-site boutique offering fun items to guests and the public. The plan is to source only local products for the bou-
their children in an RV, decided to return to the area. “We loved it and so did our kids. When we found out that the motel was for sale, we immediately began dreaming of buying it and remodeling it,” said Zach. The Cummings have an extensive history with remodels, but this will be their first motel project. Angie also has experience managing short and longterm rental properties. “I do a lot of the design work and Angie does the heavy lifting. I once caught her tiling a backsplash while eight and a half months pregnant. Nothing stops her,” said Zach.
According to Zach, the couple are particularly inspired by the motel’s rundown condition. “The uglier they start, the better the transformation,” said Zach. “While it had some major issues, it has some unique features that we're going to take full advantage of. It has very large rooms, great placement on the lot, tons of parking, a soon tobe-inviting front area and
memories at this property as a kid roadtripping in the 70s, 80s, and 90s,” Zach said. “As people tell us the story, they usually put on a misty-eyed longing expression. That expression turns to sadness as they think about the state the property was in. Nothing motivates us more than turning that sad expression. Because we know what this property can be. It can be restored to its previous glory and some.”
When they purchased the property, it was in rough condition, with a very leaky roof and holes in the ceiling. The Cummings believe the biggest challenge they have faced with the property so far was deciding how far to gut. “We decided that if we wanted to restore the property to its previous glory, we were going to have to dig deep. We took the entire property down to the cinder block.”
All of the plumbing and electrical systems have been replaced and updated, as well as completing a full asbestos abatement pro-
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tique items.
As of now, Adobe Desert Motel will do a soft open in January 2026 and a full open in February. The Cummings and their team have been hard at work to meet those deadlines, and they are excited for the future of the property. “One reason we love this project is the feeling transformation evokes,” said Zach. “This property was literally falling apart when we bought it. It helps us reflect on our own struggles and the issues we face. We all sometimes feel run-down, broken, or worn out. But we don't have to stay that way. We hope the Adobe Desert inspires. It doesn't matter where you are today or how leaky your roof is, we all have massive potential to change for the better.”
You can follow along with the Cummings and the Adobe Desert’s journey on their Instagram, @adobedesert, or their website, adobedesertmotel.com.
A planning committee meeting will be held in the Town Hall, November 19, 2025, at 5 p.m. to review current updates to the Town of Cannonville Zoning Ordinance and recent building permits and submittals. Public is welcome.
Published in The Wayne and Garfield County Insider on OCTOBER 30 and NOVEMBER 6 & 13, 2025
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The property, formerly known as the Adobe Sands Motel, has new owners, and they are giving the business a complete overhaul all the way down to the name. The business will now be known as Adobe Desert.
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We are looking for friendly, hardworking professionals who enjoy the hospitality industry and interaction with guests.
POSITIONS AVAILABLE:
Front Desk Agents
Laundry Services
Housekeepers
Maintenance
Bellmen
Positions to start April 1st through October 31st
At Capitol Reef Resort we promote from within. Please stop by in person to complete an application. We are located at 2600 E SR 24, Torrey, UT 84775 435-425-3761
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
• Para-Professionals at Bryce Valley Elementary School
• Esports Coach at Bryce Valley High School
• Substitute/Activity Bus Drivers 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.
Draftsman/ Egineering Tech
Panguitch
SC Broadband has an opening in Panguitch for a Draftsman/Engineering Tech
SC Broadband is looking to add to our great team. This position’s responsibility will be both drafting and helping engineers by staking out construction projects, verifying construction details, and other types of field work.
The successful candidate must be computer savvy with an eye for detail and be able to do some light physical work in the field. Experience in ESRI recommended but not required. Experience in Microsoft Office, including strong Excel skills. Competitive compensation and excellent benefits.
Submit resumes to: South Central Communications PO Box 555 Escalante, UT 84726
Attn: HR or email to HR@socen.com
TROPIC AA MEETING
Wednesday at 6 PM. Tropic Heritage Center. All meetings are closed discussion.
Escalante AA Meeting Tues. & Fri. at 6pm Call 435-676-3653
The only requirement is the desire to stop drinking.
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in Need,
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
Counseling Services
Central Utah Counseling Richfield Office
255 S Main Street, Richfield Office Hours 435-896-8236
24 Hour Emergency Service 877-469-2822
Southwest Behavioral Health Center
601 E Center Street, Panguitch 435-676-8176
24 Hour Emergency Service 800-574-6763
Wayne Community Health Center
128 South 300 West Bicknell, 84715 435-425-3744
National Suicide Prevention Lifeline 1-800-273-8255
Suicide and Crisis Lifeline 988
Senior Center Site Manager
POSITION TITLE: Senior Center Site Manager
GENERAL PURPOSE: This position is 8-10 hours a week performing duties and responsibilities as directed by the commission. This includes but is not limited to day-to-day oversight of the senior nutrition program, organization, fiscal accountability, contract compliance, human resource management and center administration. Provides direction and supervision to the staff of the senior center and acts as a liaison between the commission and the elected Senior Center Board.
SKILL SETS: Strong office experience & organization, competent in Google drive, Google docs, & Gmail, competent working with a computer & able to learn Capstone, team person, skilled at activity management, and passionate about helping the seniors.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS: Maintain a positive working relationship with the center board, and patrons. Manages the nutrition program including supervising personnel, filling in as a driver if needed. Completes and submits required reports, performs required banking, maintains sanitation requirements, performs home delivered meals assessments and manages cost control. Maintains files and reporting systems for the contracted services and provides the Area Agency with required reports by the required dates. Completes and files all fiscal records and bills to local senior board monthly. Participates in planning, coordinating and organizes activities and services with the President, local Advisory Council/Board and the Area Agency on Aging. Other duties as assigned.
