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Lake Powell Access: What Visitors Need to Know Through 2026
LAKE POWELL Lake Powell remains open for water-based recreation, and the National Park Service is dedicated to maintaining safe visitor access throughout 2026—even as water levels continue to fluctuate. To support safe boating opportunities, NPS is making enhancements and planning additional improvements at Stateline, Bullfrog, and Antelope Point within Glen Canyon National Recreation Area. These efforts are designed to preserve and maximize boating access wherever conditions permit. Bullfrog access: Visitors launching or retrieving vessels in the Bullfrog area should use the Bullfrog Primitive Launch Ramp. The ramp will remain available for use as long as lake levels and other conditions permit. The 20-foot-wide
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Yardley Insurance Agency in Panguitch Celebrates 75 Years in Business by Jaynie Connor
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(From L to R) John and Pam Yardley stand with Danny and Brooke Yardley in front of Yardley Insurance. On September 15th, 2026, Yardley Insurance Agency hosted a customer appreciation event to commemorate an impressive 75 years of service.
Waterbodies Still Under Watch or Warning Advisories for Harmful Algae SALT LAKE CITY Utah’s waterfowl hunting season kicked off with the northern zone youth waterfowl hunt on Saturday, Sept. 19. (The state’s general waterfowl season opens in northern Utah on Oct. 3.) While many hunters are prepared with decoys, dogs, and ammunition, some may not be as prepared to recognize and avoid harmful algal blooms and harmful algae mats currently found on some huntable Utah waterbodies. As of Thursday, Sept. 16, there were 27 waterbodies under watch and warning advisories across Utah. On Oct. 31, the Utah Division of Water Quality will stop monitoring for harmful algae as temperatures continue to decrease and weather conditions worsen during the fall and winter. However, despite
PANGUITCH - On September 15th, 2026, Yardley Insurance Agency hosted a customer appreciation event to commemorate an impressive 75 years
of service. The celebration featured swag bags for guests, complimentary snow cones, and active participation from the community. The event was held
from 3:00 - 5:00 p.m. at the businesses address, 609 N. Main St. Yardley Insurance Agency was established in 1951 by James “Jim”
'26 Escalante Canyons Art Festival Participants Encouraged to Complete Community Mural, Sept. 25 & 26
Golf for a Greater Good: Cedar City Tournament to Support TLC Food Pantry, Oct. 10
Rooted in Community: Boulder Tree City Celebrates Arbor Day, October 10
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by Karen Munson
Courtesy Karen Munson
One of five mural panels awaiting finishing touches by willing Escalante Canyons Art Festival participants on Sept. 25 and 26. The completed mural will have the following quote on the bottom: "The more grateful I am, the more beauty I see." ESCALANTE - Participants at this year’s Escalante Canyons Art Festival—which will be running now through Sept. 27—are encouraged to find the magic in this awe-inspiring environment and to capture the experience through art.
That is what local residents Karen Munson and Terry Brennan are seeking to do with a community mural that will be mounted on the west side of the Escalante Community Mural Cont'd on A5
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CEDAR CITY - True Life Center (TLC) is inviting golfers, local businesses and community members to come together for its third annual Golf Tournament Food Pantry Fundraiser, a day of friendly competition and community impact benefiting the TLC Food Pantry. The tournament will take place Saturday, Oct. 10, 2026, from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. at Cedar Ridge Golf Course. Last year's tournament raised more than $25,000, demonstrating the generosity of sponsors, participants and supGolf Tournament Cont'd on A3
Yardley. It was later managed by his son, John, and is currently overseen 75 Years Cont'd on A2
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Courtesy Pamela Furches
Jennifer Geerlings (Tree City Committee member) and Amy May (TreeUtah Executive Director). Boulder Tree City will hold its annual Arbor Day celebration at the Boulder Town Park on Saturday, October 10. BOULDER - As fall settles in and temperatures cool, it’s a good time to plant trees. Boulder Tree City will hold its annual Arbor Day celebration at the Boulder Town Park on Saturday, Oc-
tober 10, bringing the community together to celebrate trees, learn how to plant them successfully, and take home a tree of their own. This year’s celebration will again feature a tree
planting demonstration led by TreeUtah, along with a public tree giveaway. Forty-eight fruit and shade Arbor Day Cont'd on B3
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17th Annual Heritage Starfest in Torrey by Dave Cushing
Dave Cushing
TORREY - At the 17th annual Heritage Starfest in Torrey, Jason Trump explains the history and future of human space flight and potential settlements on the Moon and Mars to astronomy fans at the Entrada Institute on Saturday, Sept. 12. Later in the evening, Trump, who is Education Program Manager at the Clark Planetarium in Salt Lake City, joined other celestial experts—including The Insider’s Skywatcher Leo T—in Torrey Town Park for a Dark Sky Star Party. Roughly 150 people lined up at a dozen or more telescopes to view heavenly wonders such as the Messier 13 star cluster, the Whirlpool galaxy, and the Mizar-Alcor double star system in the Big Dipper’s handle. Even later, a group of citizens who love dark skies set out in multiple cars to six area sites, taking bi-annual measurements of light pollution. Earlier in the day, Gary Pankow presented 20 years of dark sky data to the Entrada audience. “We’re holding our own,” he said, indicating that local skies have stayed pretty darn dark over the last two decades. This annual multi-day event is hosted by Capitol Reef National Park and Entrada, which will be opening its brand-new observatory to the public in coming months as part of Torrey's initiative to become an astrotourism destination.
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Do You Even Have A Candidate If She Never Shows Up? time, a showing at least, to connect with voters, maybe even talk to them. Not Ms. Maloy. It’s not like she hasn’t had the time, given that Congress is in recess again now, and has been often throughout this year. Any town halls that she’s appeared at lately? Any debates? Even a watermeloneating contest at someone’s county fair? Meanwhile, her Democratic opponent, Kent Udell, has been crisscrossing his district, appearing at over 50 events as of this letter. From Q&As and pizza parties, to helping flood victims, assisting riv-
er cleanups, hauling brush, he’s been face to face and hands on this whole campaign season. He’s been listening. And that’s exactly what he’d do as our representative. So he’s got that D in front of his name. I’ll tell you the scary stuff that means: he’s not taking PAC money of any kind. He’s against this war. He wants a hold on data centers. He wants dark money out of politics. You can check out his website for his pretty well-articulated stances on subjects, or you can just call him and talk. He loves to hear what people are
thinking, what they want to know from him. He’s an engineer, with that methodical, problemsolving, practical brain. I’m thinking we have enough lawyers in our delegation; we can use a few science and technology brains in the mix. Especially now. Above all, I want a Representative who’ll show up. Who’ll roll up his sleeves and get involved with the issues facing his constituents. Who’ll talk to us. Who’ll listen. Vote for Kent Udell. Peg Smith Boulder, Utah
75 Years: Technology allows us to connect with people today without traveling.
Four generations of his family have now worked at Yardley Insurance. Our hope is that we are continually becoming better connected with the communities we work with. —Danny Yardley, Yardley Insurance Agency 75 Years Cont'd from A1
by his grandson, Danny. They are an independent insurance agency offering coverage for businesses, farms, rentals, homes, cars, all terrain vehicles, boats, and much more. James had a background in agriculture and farming. This helped influence his business, which early customers appreciated when insuring their farms, then and now. According to Danny Yardley, technology is what has changed the most since the business opened in 1951. “At the beginning, Jim regularly traveled to communities throughout southern Utah," he said. "Technology allows us to connect with people today without traveling. Four generations of his family have now worked at Yardley Insurance. Our hope is that we are continually becoming better connected with the communities we work with." Despite the many changes that have occurred over the past 75 years in business, one constant at Yardley Insur-
ance remains, as Danny puts it, “Trying to do the right thing for the people with whom we work.” The Yardley family is overly grateful to live and work in rural southern Utah, for the wonderful people and friends they have met throughout the years, and for each new day, week, year, and decade in this community. Still an agricultural family, they know first hand what their customers need, and how to find them the best coverage. When thinking back on a memorable moment from the agency’s 75 year history that really captured what Yardley Insurance is about, Danny recounted a moment from 2017. "A tornado hit our insurance building. If we had a dollar for every time someone told us, 'I hope you had good insurance!,' we would not have needed insurance. The outreach from communities in our area was, and still is, very humbling." He continued, "The morning after the storm, heavy equipment with operators showed up from multiple communities, people just showed up to help, and Panguitch High School even let students
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It’s an honest question. We in Wayne and Garfield counties are now part of Congressional District 3, two of the 19 (19!!!) counties that make up that district. Currently, Celeste Maloy is our Representative. She’s been our Representative for over two terms now, having inherited her position from Chris Stewart, who resigned before the end of his term. I just have one question: Why doesn’t she bother to show up here? It’s election season. Most people running for office make an effort during this
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Yardley Insurance Agency team members hand out swag and treats during the Yardley Insurance Agency's customer appreciation event commemorating 75 years of service on September 15th, 2026. out of school to come over and help, all without being asked. Our insurance policy did cover the claim, but the idea of people, neighbors, communities and insurance companies coming together for good is really what we hope Yardley Insurance is
all about." When looking ahead to what the next 25 years may bring for the Yardley Insurance Agency, Danny cheerily stated, "Hopefully, more of the same! Friendship, expertise, experience, and integrity."
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September 24, 2026
Golf Tournament: This tournament is about more
than golf. It's an opportunity for people to enjoy a great day together while making a tangible difference in the lives of their neighbors. The support we've received has already helped expand our food pantry's impact, and we're looking forward to what we can accomplish together this year. —Pastor Pete Akins
Courtesy True Life Center
True Life Center (TLC) is inviting golfers, local businesses and community members to come together for its third annual Golf Tournament Food Pantry Fundraiser on Oct. 10, a day of friendly competition and community impact benefiting the TLC Food Pantry Golf Tournament Cont'd from A1
porters. Organizers hope to build on that success as the demand for food assistance continues to grow throughout Iron County. "This community continues to amaze us with its generosity," said Pastor Pete Akins. "Last year's tournament made a real difference for families in need, and we're excited to see our community come together again to help strengthen an important local resource." The TLC Food Pantry serves an average of 1,500 individuals each week, totaling nearly 78,000 pantry visits annually. Funding from previous tournaments has helped the pantry purchase new refrigerators and freezers, make vital facility improvements and increase its capacity to serve local families facing food insecurity. "This tournament
is about more than golf," Akins said. "It's an opportunity for people to enjoy a great day together while making a tangible difference in the lives of their neighbors. The support we've received has already helped expand our food pantry's impact, and we're looking forward to what we can accomplish together this year." Golfers of all skill levels are encouraged to participate, whether as individuals or teams. Participants will enjoy a day of camaraderie, friendly competition and opportunities to win prizes, all while supporting a vital community service. Local businesses are encouraged to support the event through sponsorship opportunities. Sponsors will receive recognition throughout the tournament and can choose to be featured in event advertisements, media materials, swag bags and other promotional efforts, highlighting their commitment to
the Cedar City community. "Every sponsorship and tournament contribution helps us meet the growing demand for food assistance and strengthens our ability to serve those who need it most," said Hepsiba Serrano, TLC Food Pantry Coordinator. Community members interested in participating can register through the “Events” page at www. truelife.center. Businesses interested in sponsoring a team or learning more about sponsorship opportunities may contact Hannah Akins at (435) 867-0405 or welcome@ truelife.center. True Life Center invites the community to tee up for a cause and help ensure local families have access to the food and support they need. “Every player, sponsor and contribution helps make a lasting difference in the lives of neighbors throughout Iron County,” Akins said. —True Life Center
Lake Powell: As lake levels decline, visitors should be
aware that access points, traffic patterns, and operating conditions may change. Additionally, hazards that were previously underwater could become exposed, so extra caution is advised.
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primitive ramp is designed to accommodate vessels of varying sizes and is constructed with steel plates below the waterline, allowing flexibility as lake levels fluctuate. As lake levels decline, visitors should be aware that access points, traffic patterns, and operating conditions may change. Additionally, hazards that were previously underwater could become exposed, so extra caution is advised. Bullfrog Marina, Bullfrog Boat Rentals, Bullfrog Fuel Dock and the Bullfrog Pump-Out Station remain temporarily relocated to deeper water near Halls Crossing Marina. Boat rentals and water-based fuel services at Halls Crossing, and land-based services at Bullfrog and Halls Crossing, remain open and unchanged. There is no public launch ramp at
Halls Crossing. Stateline access: The Stateline Auxiliary Launch Ramp remains open for boating access at the south end of Lake Powell. In partnership with NPS concessioner Aramark, the National Park Service plans to extend the ramp further when lake levels allow. Based on current projections, lake levels should reach conditions suitable for the extension in late September or early October. The additional work will help maintain access as lake levels continue to fluctuate. Additional information for boaters: In partnership with
NPS concessioner Antelope Point Holdings, the National Park Service has approved a project to maintain access to Antelope Point Marina, with completion expected in the coming months. Before heading to Lake Powell, boaters should check current lake levels, ramp status, and operating conditions. For project updates, current ramp conditions, and a map showing directional travel in launch areas, visit the Glen Canyon National Recreation Area Changing Lake Levels webpage (nps. gov/glca/learn/changinglake-levels.htm). —National Park Service
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tHe lAuGhiNg pOiNt!! Are You Prepared to Live Alone? Talking Wills, Trusts, and More
Parrots
by Jeffery J. McKenna
Whether you have been together for a short time or a long time, you will most likely go through a period of emotional and financial stress after losing a partner. Trying to take charge of all the responsibilities you have to handle alone, while at the same time making important decisions about your future, can seem overwhelming. It is important to remember to take care of yourself as you walk the path of healing after such a difficult event. Too many times, the remaining partner does not eat enough food or drink enough water to be properly nourished, and does not get enough rest. Try to postpone unnecessary changes and big decisions until you are think-
ing rationally and clearly. Wait a while—some experts counsel at least a year—before moving to a new house or making a major career (or other) change. In most relationships, there is a certain amount of separation of duty that takes place: one partner does the cooking while the other does the gardening, one partner takes care of the car while the other partner pays the bills. At the death of a partner, the surviving partner often feels overwhelmed that there are too many tasks for one person to handle alone. Plus, there is much paperwork to be accomplished, what with survivor’s benefits, insurance issues, or other benefits that the survivor will need to make claim for. To make the period after the death of a partner less stressful, there are some things that can be done in advance. Be sure that both names are on the safe deposit box, so you may each have access to important papers and documents. Keep a complete
list of where your family’s legal and financial records are stored. Keep a summary record for listing the names and telephone numbers of your personal financial advisors, as well as the location of relevant information and documents. Keep copies of your marriage certificate and your partner’s Social Security card. Ask yourselves: what would your financial situation be in the event your spouse died. This is a critical question, because once you know the answer, you can take the appropriate steps to strengthen your financial position. Ask yourself these questions now: 1.) What would my income be if my spouse died? 2.) What would my spouse’s income be if I died? 3.) Is my income affected by the death of someone other than a spouse? Attending to these questions and making wise adjustments could save you from a financial crisis and ease your transition after the death of your partner.
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.
A man buys a parrot that is guaranteed to speak, but when he gets it home, it doesn't say a word. He goes back to the pet store and complains, so the store owner suggests, "Maybe the parrot is lonely. Buy him a friend." The man buys another parrot and takes it home. A week later, neither parrot has spoken a word, so he goes back to the store. The store owner suggests, "Maybe they need some entertainment. Buy them a mirror." The man buys a mirror and takes it home, but still, the parrots say nothing. Frustrated, he returns to the store again. The store owner suggest, "Perhaps they need some exercise. Buy them a ladder." The man buys a ladder and takes it home, but again, no results. Finally, the man gives up and returns the parrots to the store. The store owner is shocked. "I can't believe it! Did they ever say anything?" The man replies, "Yes, just before they died, they asked, 'Don't they sell food at that store?'"
Doctor's Office
A man goes to the doctor and says, "Doc, you've got to help me! My wife thinks she's a chicken." The doctor looks confused and asks, "How long has this been going on?" The man replies, "Oh, for about a year now." The doctor, even more puzzled, asks, "A year? Why did it take so long to come and see me?" The man shrugs and says, "Well, we needed the eggs."
Long Life
A tough old cowboy from Texas counseled his granddaughter that if she wanted to live a long life, the secret was to sprinkle a pinch of gun powder on her oatmeal every morning. The granddaughter did this religiously until the age of 103, when she finally died peacefully in her sleep. She left behind 14 children, 30 grandchildren, 45 great-grandchildren, 25 great-great-grandchildren, and a 40-foot hole where the crematorium used to be.
sudoku To Play: Complete the grid so that every row, every column and every 3x3 box contains the digits 1 to 9
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I started reading a book about long walks. Honestly, it’s a stepby-step process, but the plot keeps dragging on for miles.
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5. *Tucker of TV's "Modern Family" 8. To the ____ degree 11. *Space Shuttle Program org. 12. Deal with it 13. Extra tire 15. Stead 16. Real estate land unit 17. Enter user name and password (2 words) 18. *Instagram's parent company 20. "Fine by me" 21. Strong virile man 22. Caviar alternative 23. *Bruno Mars' hat 26. Highest-reaching 30. Before of yore 31. Quill-dipping vessel 34. Popular aquarium show star 35. Schoolmarm's whip 37. Neither here ____ there 38. Opposite of cation 39. Hurry up, acr. 40. Blood infection 42. Not com or edu 43. Arranged in order 45. Inside info 47. Aye's opposite 48. B2C business 50. Hyperbolic tangent 52. *Katy Perry's 2010 hit 55. Battle royal 56. One R in R&R 57. Nightcrawler 59. *Hipsters' facial trend 60. Prima donnas' problems 61. Not in favor 62. Public promotions 63. Even, to a poet
64. CISC alternative DOWN 1. *Pete Davidson's TV show 2. Ragamuffin 3. On a deck, perhaps 4. Cowboy, in South America 5. Popular warming drink 6. Chef's garb 7. Opposite of domineering and bold 8. Hindu serpent deity 9. Legendary King Priam's city 10. Chicken coop dweller 12. Taxi driver 13. Ship with a single mast 14. *____ GO game 19. Spooky 22. Decay 23. Greek cheese, pl. 24. Remove from existence 25. _____'s, blended Scotch whisky 26. High rocky hills 27. Celestial hunter
28. Open disrespect 29. Sour-tasting 32. Capped joint 33. *Funko ____! 36. *Toy for the fidgety 38. Off kilter 40. Dirty dwelling 41. Specks in the sea 44. Oohed and ____ 46. Atmospheric pressure line, on weather map 48. Military blockade 49. Fire-raising 50. ____ off on a golf course. past tense 51. Exclamation of sorrow 52. *____ solo, Alex Honnold's feat 53. Raja's daughter 54. Baby fox and baby beaver 55. Business school degree, acr. 58. Habitual twitching
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September 24, 2026
Birthday
Maurice Albrecht Celebrates 90 Years
Maurice Albrecht is still trucking around at 90 years old! An open house celebrating Maurice’s 90th birthday will be held Sunday, September 27, from 2:00–4:30 p.m. at Bicknell City Park. Come enjoy a light luncheon and help us wish Maurice a very happy birthday! Maurice was born and raised in Bicknell, Utah, the second of four sons born to Torval and Elnore Albrecht. He also had one sister, Mary, who recently passed away. At a very young age, Maurice began working alongside his father in the family’s timbering and logging business. By the time he was 19, he was hauling lumber from his father’s sawmill to Salt Lake City and California. He also worked in his father’s uranium mines, hauling uranium. Eventually, Maurice decided it was time to venture out on his own. He purchased a Kenworth truck and began what would become a long and successful career in trucking, eventually owning several trucking companies. After his wife, Connie, passed away, Maurice retired from the trucking business, at one point owning 35 trucks. He later sold his current business, Wesco, and returned to the place he has always been happiest— Bicknell. Back home, Maurice enjoyed spending time with his brothers, Sherwood, Steve and Carl, as well as hunting and fishing on his beloved Boulder Mountain. He shared many memorable hunts with his nephews, too. In fact, at the age of 89, Maurice went on his last hunt and bagged a buck! Today, Maurice is enjoying life and celebrating 14 years of marriage to one of his old high school girlfriends, Lola Ann Ellett. Together, they enjoy the best of both worlds, splitting their time between Bicknell and St. George. Please join us in celebrating 90 years of Maurice Albrecht —a lifetime of hard work, adventure, family, and plenty of trucking!
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FYI Panguitch by Mack Oetting ~ mackoetting @gmail.com It looks like we are going to have a second season after all. I saw more "No Vacany" signs throughout town this last week than I have seen all summer long. Hopefully, it will keep up; our businesses can use the money. The big excitement for the week is that last Saturday, Benji Raines, our great horseshoe player, won the state championship. He said that the competition was really tough, and he only won by a hair. Benji is responsible for the horseshoe arena down at the county park, and he maintains it. I believe that during the Garfield County Fair, there were over thirty entered into the horseshoe competition. Of course, Benji and his partner, Jaynie Connor, took first place. Benji is a good example for some of the older folks in town that age is just a number, and it is desire that counts. On Thursday, I believe, there will be a high school cross country bike race here. Come out and cheer the Bobcats along. It is almost couch potato time. Major league
baseball is starting their second season next week. Football season has started with both college and the NFL football teams. Next month, my favorite, NBA basketball is starting, so there will be days that you don’t even have to leave the house. I guess I am going to have to cheer for the Philadelphia team because LeBron James has changed teams, and they look pretty good. Both BYU and Utah are undefeated so far this season. The undefeated Panguitch Bobcats baseball team will be starting with the state playoff quarterfinals on October 6th, and then it’s off to the state finals from the 8th to the 10th. The Cats, so far, look like the favorites, with no defeats. They also have six pitchers, which might help. Next, the cross country team will be at Region at Bryce Valley on the 15th, and then on to state at Sugar House Park in Salt Lake City on Tuesday the 28th. With the girls' effort here at last week's races, they might be medal winners. The Lady Cats volleyball team will just
have a state meet, and it will be held on FridaySaturday the 23-24th. The ladies have been looking good all season, with a 12-2 record against 2A-3A teams. Both the baseball and volleyball tournament locations are still to be announced. The Feds have increased interest rates by .025% to an even 4%, and the president’s appointee also voted for the increase. This has led to more than a 2,000 drop in the DOW, and where it goes next is anyone’s guess. The national debt is only talked about when a Democrat is in office. I took a class in finance in college back in the eighties, and the teacher said that there wasn’t much to worry about till the country can't afford the interest rate on the debt. The debt then was two trillion. Now, it is at 40 trillion, and the interest is at 2 trillion and growing by the day. When President Clinton left office 25 years ago, the debt was 4 trillion, and he had a surplus of 500 billion to pay the debt with. He had raised the taxes on the rich
to have a balanced budget. President Bush decided to give that surplus to the wealthy in a tax cut. The debt tripled to almost 12 trillion, from the tax cut and two wars. President Trump doubled down on this irresponsible strategy and slashed the corporate tax rate from 35% to 23%. The Supreme Court said that his tariffs were illegal, which led to refunds of $160 billion back to the companies, and those that paid the cost of the tariffs got none. Also, the president's costly war with Iran and costly hand out to dictators has seen the debt go up in a year and a half faster than it has in the last four years. To fix the debt will mean tax increases and cuts to popular benefits. However, neither the Democrats or the Republicans have the gumption to tell voters that hard choices need to be made. This is a weird election. I haven’t seen one political sign, and I don't even know who is running, other than the incumbent. Mack O
Preservation Utah Names Interim Executive Director SALT LAKE CITY Preservation Utah announced on September 18, 2026, that McKay Muhlestein will serve as Interim Executive Director starting September 26, 2026. He takes over after Brandy Strand’s tenure ends on September 25, 2026. This transition will help maintain steady leadership while the board searches for a permanent Executive Director. Muhlestein is an urban planner with experience in both private and public sectors, focusing on historic preservation and community engagement. He holds a bachelor’s degree in Russian and a master’s in Metropolitan and City Planning
from the University of Utah. He has a long history with Preservation Utah, having interned twice, volunteered, and served on the Board of Trustees. Most recently, he was the Community Development Director for the City of Manti. As Interim Director, Muhlestein will manage daily operations at Preservation Utah and Memorial House, working with staff to keep programs and commitments on track during the transition. "We are pleased to welcome McKay Muhlestein as Interim Executive Director during this important time for Preservation Utah. His experience as an urban planner, strong connection to our organization,
and dedication to the community make him a great fit to lead our team and continue our recent progress. The board is confident that our staff, members, and partners will remain well supported as we search for our next Executive Director," said Patrick Becker, Board Chair of Preservation Utah. "Preservation Utah has been part of my life for a long time, from my first internship to my time on the Board of Trustees, and I am honored to step into this role. I have always believed that preserving places matters as much as creating new ones, and that the work is strongest when done alongside the communities it serves. I am grateful to
Brandy for her leadership, and I look forward to supporting the dedicated staff, volunteers, and partners who make this organization what it is as we move through this transition together," said Muhlestein. The board will conduct an extensive search for the next Executive Director and will work closely with the Interim Director and Preservation Utah staff to ensure continuity throughout the process. The organization's programs and services will continue without interruption, including the Historic Homes Tour in Poplar Grove on October 17, 2026. —Preservation Utah
Community Mural: Five 4x8 pieces of plywood, already painted and
ready to be filled in by amateurs and professionals alike, will be leaning on the north side of the city’s firehouse on Friday and Saturday, Sept. 25 and 26, from 10-6. A minimal $5 donation will encourage buy-in and ownership. We look forward to the resulting masterpiece brightening Highway 12 for those traveling east. Community Mural Cont'd from A1
Home Center upon completion. Munson feels that capturing the magical beauty begins with a grateful heart—first to see it, then to
appreciate it. She recruited Brennan, drawing on his mural-painting experience, to convey that. Although Brennan is fully capable of completing the 8 X 20 mural, they wanted to include others who shared the sentiment and wanted to par-
ticipate. They feel this is a community-inspired piece and should be available to everyone. Five 4x8 pieces of plywood, already painted and ready to be filled in by amateurs and professionals alike, will be leaning on the north
side of the city’s firehouse on Friday and Saturday, Sept. 25 and 26, from 10-6. A minimal $5 donation will encourage buy-in and ownership. We look forward to the resulting masterpiece brightening Highway 12 for those traveling east.
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Out & About Photo Gallery: Escalante Canyons Art Festival Workshops by Jaynie Connor
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Tera Connor preps her canvas during Terry Chacon's Come Paint With Me workshop, which took place at Slot Canyons Inn as part of the Escalante Canyons Art Festival on Sept. 17.
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Teacher Terry Chacon gives a student tips when using a palette knife with oil paint at her Come Paint With Me workshop, which took place at Slot Canyons Inn as part of the Escalante Canyons Art Festival on Sept. 17.
Teacher Terry Chacon gives a presentation on impressionistic plein air landscape painting during her Come Paint With Me workshop, which took place at Slot Canyons Inn as part of the Escalante Canyons Art Festival on Sept. 17. Workshops started last week for the 2026 Escalante Canyons Arts Festival. Classes began Monday, Sept. 14th, with Scott Geary and Wayne Geary: Slow Plein Air Painting in the Escalante area. Others were held at Slot Canyons Inn on Thursday and Friday, Sept. 17 and 18. These classes included Terry Chacon: Come Paint With Me and Susan De’Armond: Watercolor Unleashed in Plein Air.
PHS Sports Sidelines by Mack Oetting Invitational is on Saturday 26th, they are in Milford on Oct. 1, and they are playing against Water Canyon on Oct 8. The Bobcat baseball team has an away game against Piute on the 23rd, next Wednesday. Then on Friday, they have a game against Manilla. On SaturLast Thursday, Pan- day, they play against Taguitch hosted a cross coun- biona, and both games will try meet, and there were a be at Tabiona. Playoffs will lot of runners that took start on Oct. 2. part. The middle school The Lady Cats went boys did well, coming in to Mt. Pleasant to play in second behind a big Valley a 2A-3A tournament and team. Landon Albrecht came away with a split. was 7th, Lincoln Stewart On Friday, they beat both was 8th, Stocken Henrie North and South Sevier was 10th and Pete Dinges and came away with wins. came in 13th. Saturday, they played both In the varsity race, the North Sanpete and North Lady Cats finished 1st with Summit and suffered their Hallie Albrecht in first, only losses of the year. The Annie Yardley in 2nd, So- Cats have some local teams phie Woolsey in 9th, and on their agenda. On the Abbi Dodds in 11th. They 23rd, they play Bryce Valhad a combined score of ley, and on the 30th, they 23, and Bryce Valley was play Escalante. Both games second with 59. are away games. Then on In the varsity boys the following day, South race, Bryce Valley took Sevier will be here on Oct. 1st with a combined 17 1st. Then to finish off the points. The Cats took 2nd, week, they will play in the with Lincoln Henrie com- 1A/2A clash in Richfield, ing in 4th, Curtis Henrie in for another test, on Friday 8th, Max Woolsey in 11th, and Saturday. and Chad Walters in 16th, The football team has for a combined score of two more home games, on 39.5. Oct. 2 and on the 9th. The The cross country first one is against Monuteam has four more rac- ment Valley, and the seces. They are at Piute on ond will be against Grand Thursday 24th, the Cedar County.
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Susan De’Armond demonstrates her plein air watercolor techniques for students during her Unleashed in Plein Air workshop, which took place at Slot Canyons Inn as part of the Escalante Canyons Art Festival on Sept. 17. Workshops started last week for the 2026 Escalante Canyons Arts Festival. Classes began Monday, Sept. 14th, with Scott Geary and Wayne Geary: Slow Plein Air Painting in the Escalante area. Others were held at Slot Canyons Inn on Thursday and Friday, Sept. 17 and 18. These classes included Terry Chacon: Come Paint With Me and Susan De’Armond: Watercolor Unleashed in Plein Air.
high school sports: upcoming games... Panguitch High School Volleyball: 09/30: Against Escalante (Away) 10/1: Against South Sevier
Wayne High School Volleyball: 09/30: Against Piute 10/7: Against Water Canyon (Away)
Bryce Valley High School Volleyball: 09/30: Against Milford (Away) 10/7: Against Escalante
Escalante High School Volleyball: 09/30: Against Panguitch 10/7: Against Bryce Valley (Away)
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Lands That Trump Cut from Bears Ears Have Been Opened to Mining Claims. Prospectors Filed 16 That Same Day. Environmental groups decry activities that might disturb tribal and cultural resources at the site, but local miners say the lands were meant for multiple uses. by Leia Larsen | The Salt Lake Tribune This story is made possible through a partnership between The Salt Lake Tribune and Grist, a nonprofit environmental media organization. UTAH - It didn’t take long for the first mining claims to crop up on the lands that were previously protected in Bears Ears National Monument. Prospectors placed sixteen claims at Bears Ears the same day the lands opened to new mining claims, sixty days after President Donald Trump shrank the monument by about 90% in July. All of the claims appear to have been filed by small-scale local miners with other jobs, but groups like the Southern Utah Wilderness Alliance remain alarmed by the filings. “Hobby miners who want to go locate claims, play miner on the weekend, [still] leave disturbance and pollution in their wake that really damages the monument resources,” said Steve Bloch, an attorney for the environmental nonprofit. George Schultz, an off-roading guide based in Moab, filed three claims in the Lockhart Basin. He said staking a claim is merely a “step” in the mining process. “It’s important ... to have a balanced approach to this,” Schultz said in a phone interview. “Public lands, especially those administered by [the Bureau of Land Management], are for multiple use,... sustainable use.” Schultz declined to say which minerals he expected to mine at his claim sites, but his LinkedIn profile notes experience in uranium exploration. The remaining thirteen Bears Ears mining claims were filed by Kimmerle Mining, including two adjustments to the twenty-one-acre Easy Peasy mine and eleven additional claims nearby. Kyle Kimmerle, a managing member of the mining company, declined to comment. He was also appointed to the board of directors of Urano Energy in 2024. Urano focuses on uranium mining in the United States, according to company information. Bears Ears became a political ping-pong ball immediately after the monument was established by President Barack Obama during his final weeks in office in 2016, adding protections to 1.35 million acres of federal land in the southeastern corner of the state. Trump slashed the monument’s footprint by about 85% during his first term in 2017. President Joe Biden restored the monument’s original boundaries and also slightly expanded it during his term, only for Trump to once again shrink its size over the summer. Grand Staircase-
Escalante National Monument, established by President Bill Clinton in 1996, saw a similar back-andforth between the Trump and Biden administrations. Both monuments were unpopular among Utah’s elected leaders, although numerous surveys show they have widespread support among voters. The site is valued for its extensive recreational, cultural, tribal and archeological resources. It was co-managed by the BLM and the Bears Ears Commission, made up of representatives from the Hopi Tribe, Navajo Nation, Ute Mountain Ute Tribe, Zuni Tribe and the Ute Indian Tribe. In the latest proclamation shrinking both monuments, Trump disbanded the tribal commission. He also listed a “grab bag of minerals” the lands “may or may not” contain, Bloch noted, including silver, copper, molybdenum, lead, uranium, vanadium and zinc in Bears Ears. “He was kind of flagging for people that he, [and] the administration, think that mining is a better use of these areas,” Bloch said. Kimmerle was also party to a 2023 lawsuit challenging Biden’s restoration of Bears Ears’ boundaries in 2021. His company owns the Easy Peasy mine, and dug up thirty tons of ore in search of uranium in 2018. Uranium prices weren’t profitable at the time, however, and the mine stopped operations. But with the rise of artificial intelligence and massive projected demands on the electricity grid, the Trump administration and Utah Gov. Spencer Cox’s own Office of Energy Development have championed nuclear energy as a solution for powering the country’s future. Uranium is used in nuclear generation. Having his mining claims “locked up” in the Bears Ears monument made them “useless,”
Kimmerle asserted in the 2023 lawsuit, and cost him up to $3 million in lost profits. Kimmerle attempted to file his Bears Ears claims in July, shortly after Trump issued his proclamation slashing the monument boundaries. But the proclamation did not open the lands to new mining claims until Sept. 11—the same day San Juan County recorded both the Kimmerle and Schultz claims, records obtained by SUWA show. The CEO and chairman of Energy Fuels also bought thousands of shares of stock just days before Trump downsized the monument. Energy Fuels operates the White Mesa Mill directly next to the former Bears Ears monument boundary. It is the last conventional uranium processing site in the nation. Utah was historically the third-most productive state for uranium, according to information from the Utah Geological Survey, with most of those minerals coming from the Colorado Plateau. But Bloch said he doubts there is enough uranium available to justify the expense and environmental damage of mining on lands removed from Bears Ears. “It’s not like people weren’t poking around in the monument, locating claims, moving dirt, seeing what was there” in the decades before Bears Ears became a monument, and during the first Trump administration when it was originally shrunk, Bloch said. “There were no production-level mines that were established.” Schultz also cautioned that staking claims does not mean mines will blanket the landscape. “Geology dictates that,” Schultz said. “Even if a company wanted to develop an area...it has to be at a scale that would make it profitable.” This article was originally published on www. sltrib.com on September 17, 2026.
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Algae: By the end of October, many active advisories will
be lifted, warning signs posted at waterbodies will start to come down, and website updates will stop. However, it’s essential to know that these blooms can continue in colder weather. People should know what to look for, and when in doubt, keep your pets and hunting dogs out of the water. —Ally Marrs, Utah Division of Water Quality Environmental Recreational Health Coordinator Algae Cont'd from A1
some misconceptions that harmful algal blooms only occur during hot summer weather, they can persist throughout the fall and winter and continue to pose a potential threat to humans and pets. “By the end of October, many active advisories will be lifted, warning signs posted at waterbodies will start to come down, and website updates will stop,'' Utah Division of Water Quality Environmental Recreational Health Coordinator Ally Marrs said. “However, it’s essential to know that these blooms can continue in colder weather. People should know what to look for, and when in doubt, keep your pets and hunting dogs out of the water.” Blooms form when naturally occurring cyanobacteria, also known as blue-green algae, multiply to high densities and form visible water discoloration, scum and mats. Harmful algal blooms can look like pea soup, spilled paint, grass clippings or water that has a green or bluegreen hue. Harmful algae mats grow on the bottom of rivers or standing water in shades of green or brown and are generally slimy, velvety or jelly-like, with a musty smell. Cyanobacteria can produce several kinds of toxins that can affect liver,
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While many hunters are prepared for the fall 2026 waterfowl hunting season with decoys, dogs, and ammunition, some may not be as prepared to recognize and avoid harmful algal blooms and harmful algae mats currently found on some huntable Utah waterbodies. nerve, and skin tissue. If more helpful tips for proyou suspect a harmful algal tecting their hunting dogs. The DWR has posted bloom in the water or algae mats along the edge of the educational signs in some water or in wetlands, stay of its waterfowl manageout of the water and avoid ment areas to help provide any contact with water or waterfowl hunters with scum. Be sure to clean wa- information on identifying terfowl and fish well with harmful algal blooms and clean water, and discard all algae mats. If you suspect your guts and skin. Hunters should also dog has been exposed to keep their dogs away if harmful algae, seek immethey suspect a harmful al- diate care from your vetergal bloom or algae mats, as inarian. Even with proper the toxins have proven to veterinary care, exposures be fatal in pets. Dogs can may be fatal. Prevention is the best way to protect be exposed to toxins by: • Skin contact with water your pet. Suspected harmful or mats that are contaminated with cyanobacteria algae can be reported to DWQ by calling 801-536or toxins 4123. Find more informa• Swallowing water • Licking the water off tion about harmful algae on the Utah Department their fur or hair • Eating algae mats along of Environmental Quality the edge of a waterbody website. —Utah Division of Hunters can visit the Wildlife Resources DWQ website to learn
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Arbor Day:
Boulder Tree City invites residents to come learn, listen, plant, press cider, and celebrate. Whether you are taking home one of this year’s trees or simply joining the community for the afternoon and evening, the Arbor Day celebration is an opportunity to help Boulder continue growing—one tree at a time.
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Fritz Maslan, horticulturist at Capitol Reef National Park, and TreeUtah staff demonstrating proper planting techniques for large nursery trees. Boulder Tree City will hold its annual Arbor Day celebration at the Boulder Town Park on Saturday, October 10. Arbor Day Cont'd from A1
trees will be available for community members to plant at home. To qualify for a tree, please plan to participate in the event and RSVP to bouldertreecity@ gmail.com. TreeUtah staff will demonstrate proper planting techniques and provide information about the tree species selected for this year’s giveaway, including tips to help the trees get established and thrive in Boulder’s challenging growing conditions. The event will begin with a presentation from Boulder Elementary School and local homeschool students, who will share artwork and poetry celebrating trees and the natural world. The students’ contributions are a chance to highlight the important role trees play in the community and to recognize the next generation of Boulder tree stewards. Following the student presentation, TreeUtah staff will demonstrate proper tree-planting techniques. Participants will learn practical tips for selecting a planting location, preparing the soil, planting at the proper depth, and caring for a young tree as it becomes established. The demonstration will also provide an opportunity to learn more about the particular varieties being distrib-
uted this year and why they were selected for Boulder. There are plenty of reasons to make room for more trees in Boulder. Trees provide shade and can help cool the air through both shade and evapotranspiration—the process by which trees release water through their leaves. The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency reports that one review of three hundred and eight studies found urban forests were, on average, three degrees Fahrenheit cooler than areas without comparable vegetation. Trees can also improve air quality, provide wildlife habitat, and help manage stormwater by capturing rainfall and reducing runoff. Trees can provide benefits right where people live, too. The U.S. Forest Service notes that properly planted and managed trees can reduce energy use by shading buildings, while also helping remove air pollutants and store carbon. In other words, planting a tree today can provide benefits that continue to grow along with the tree. After the demonstration, community members who have registered for the giveaway will be able to take home one of the forty-eight trees provided by TreeUtah. The goal is not simply to give away trees, but to help residents plant them successfully so they can become a lasting part of Boulder’s landscape.
The tree giveaway is part of Boulder Tree City’s ongoing work to increase the number of trees planted throughout the community. This event contributes to the “10,000 Trees by 2033” initiative, which began in 2023 and tracks trees planted in Boulder over a decade. The initiative is part of a broader movement encouraging communities to set ambitious tree-planting goals and invest in healthier, greener places to live. As part of the evening celebration, Boulder Tree City will also bring back apple pressing. Apples will be provided for the community to turn into fresh apple cider. Everyone is invited to help with the pressing and enjoy a taste of fresh cider. Those who would like to take some home are requested to remember to bring their own containers. The community celebration will continue with live music from 5 to 7 p.m. Kick up your heels with the Turnip Truck Band, featuring Tony Bertucci, Jimmy Vickers, Josh Stanfield, and Jabe Beal. They’ll be serving up a lively mix of goodtime music, good vibes, and plenty of tunes to keep you dancing. A local chili and cornbread fundraiser for Boulder Elementary School will be available during the evening celebration. There will be a local meat option and a vegetarian option, along with fresh-baked cornbread
and an apple dessert. Please make checks payable to Boulder Elementary School. Residents are encouraged to bring friends and family, enjoy the music, food, and celebrate another year of planting and caring for trees in Boulder. Boulder Tree City invites residents to come learn, listen, plant, press cider, and celebrate. Whether you are taking home one of this year’s trees or simply joining the community for the afternoon and evening, the Arbor Day celebration is an opportunity to help Boulder continue growing—one tree at a time. For information about the Arbor Day Tree Giveaway, planting demonstration, or registration, contact Boulder Tree City at bouldertreecity@gmail.com. Boulder Tree City hosts events and workshops throughout the year, including pruning, grafting, and caring for the Boulder Town Park trees. Would you like to receive an email with information about upcoming events or be on a list of volunteers? Please contact us at bouldertreecity@gmail. com. Thank you to the 2026 sponsors of the annual Boulder Arbor Day: TreeUTAH, Boulder Town, Tina Karlsson, Boulder Elementary School & Boulder Homeschool Program, Boulder Arts Council, and Patrick Briggs. —Boulder Tree City
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Conservationists Press Congress to Fund UT, U.S. Parks Maintenance by Mark Richardson | Utah News Connection
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According to the National Parks Foundation, the Legacy Restoration Fund provided $129.3 million for infrastructure and repair projects on federal public lands in Utah from 2020 to 2025. UTAH - A crucial federal law providing for the maintenance of America's public lands expired last year. Now, environmental groups are urging Congress to restore it. Both House and Senate committees have passed a reauthorization of the Legacy Restoration Fund, leaving floor votes as the next step. President Donald Trump signed the bipartisan Great American Outdoors Act in 2020, which established the fund. Rebecca Knuffke, senior U.S. conservation officer for The Pew Charitable Trusts, said the bill gives a major boost to the environment and to the outdoor economy.
"LRF has funded more than 1,600 projects across the country," Knuffke explained. "The Great American Outdoors Act Legacy Restoration Fund was estimated to support an average of 17,000 jobs and contribute $2 billion to the U.S. economy." She added in 2024, 332 million visits to national parks contributed an estimated $56 billion and more than 340,000 jobs to the U.S. economy. During the same year, almost 15 million people visited Utah's "Mighty 5" national parks and other federally managed monuments, historic areas and recreation lands. The fund provides crucial investments to repair
or replace aging buildings, roads, trails, campgrounds, and utility and water treatment systems in national parks. Knuffke added it was one of the largest conservation funding investments in the nation's history. "It's been tremendous to see the significant progress in fixing and modernizing our nation's treasures over the past five years. There have been projects in every state and five territories," Knuffke noted. According to the most recent federal assessments, the total deferred maintenance and repair backlog across all federal lands in Utah is nearly $765 million. The national repair backlog exceeds $35 billion.
Legal Notices NOTICE TO CREDITORS DISTRICT COURT, STATE OF UTAH, GARFIELD COUNTY 55 South Main Street, Panguitch, Utah 84759, Telephone: (435) 676-1104; Facsimile: (435) 676-8239. IN THE MATTER OF THE ESTATE OF KEN F ROBERTS and VALEENE MAE SAWYER ROBERTS deceased, NOTICE TO CREDITORS, Case No. 263600013, Assigned: JUDGE VAN DYKE. NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that KENA TOONE was appointed as Personal Representative of the estate and creditors of the estate are given notice to present their claims to BARRY L. HUNTINGTON, attorney, P.O. Box 388, 55 South Main Street, Panguitch, Utah 84759, within 3 months after the first publication of this notice or be forever barred. DATED this 8th day of September, 2026. BARRY L. HUNTINGTON Published in The Wayne and Garfield County Insider on SEPTEMBER 17 & 24 and OCTOBER 1 & 8, 2026 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 October 2, 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 SEPTEMBER 24 and OCTOBER 1, 2026 NOTICE TO WATER USERS The applications below were filed with the Division of Water Rights in Wayne County. These are informal proceedings per Rule 655-6-2. Protests concerning an application must be legibly written or typed, contain the name and mailing address of the protesting party, STATE THE APPLICATION NUMBER PROTESTED, CITE REASONS FOR THE PROTEST, and REQUEST A HEARING, if desired. Also, A $15 FEE MUST BE INCLUDED FOR EACH APPLICATION PROTESTED. Protests must be filed with the Division of Water Rights on or before Oct. 21, 2026 either electronically using the Division`s on-line Protest of Application form, by hand delivery to a Division office, or by mail at PO Box 146300, Salt Lake City, UT 84114-6300. Please visit waterrights.utah.gov or call (801)538-7240 for additional information. GARFIELD COUNTY NEW APPLICATION(S) 97-2563 (A85360): Ray & Lois Barney propose(s) using 1.73 ac-ft. from groundwater (Downtown Escalante) for DOMESTIC; IRRIGATION; STOCKWATERING. Teresa Wilhelmsen, P.E. State Engineer Published in The Wayne and Garfield County Insider on SEPTEMBER 24 and OCTOBER 1, 2026
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YARD SALE 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
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Join our team as a motivated Dental Assistant. Are you a dedicated and enthusiastic individual seeking a rewarding career in the dental Field? Escalante Dental is currently seeking a Part-Time Dental Assistant to join our dynamic team. Why choose Escalante Dental? • Competitive benefits package tailored to your working hours • An inclusive and supportive work environment • Opportunity for professional growth and development Position Overview: As a Dental Assistant at Escalante Dental, you will play a crucial role in ensuring the smooth and efficient operation of our dental practice. Your responsibilities will include: • Interacting with patients in a friendly and compassionate manner • Proficiently taking X-rays and supporting chair-side procedures • Managing scheduling, charting, and documenting dental visits using computer systems • Ensuring thorough sterilization of dental instruments • Setting up and maintaining a clean and organized operatory and office space Preferred Qualifications (not required): We value experience, but are also excited to provide training to individuals new to the field. If you have any of the following qualifications, it’s a plus: • Dental assisting experience • Exposure to Pediatric, Endodontic, Oral Surgery, and General Dentistry • Familiarity with computer charting and Digital X-rays • X-ray Certification • CPR Certification How to Apply: We encourage all interested candidates to apply, regardless of your level of experience. I you’re passionate about dental health and eager to contribute to a supportive team, we want to hear from you! Please email your resume to aellett@waynechc.org and take the first step toward an exciting career with Escalante Dental. Join us in making a difference in the lives of our patients. Apply today! The Wayne Community Health Centers are committed to providing high quality health services to our communities’ residents and visitors. Its purpose is to provide quality health services to all people including those facing financial, geographic and/or cultural barriers to healthcare.
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The Noor Hotel is seeking dependable, customer-focused individual for front desk duties. Responsibilities include check-ins/outs, reservations, and assisting guests. Must be friendly,organized, and able to work flexible hours. Competitive pay. Apply in person or email your resume to thenoorhotel@gmail.com. Telephone 435-425-2525 ask for Judy.
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SENIOR CENTER MENUS Bryce Valley Senior Lunches at the BRYCE VALLEY Senior Center TUES Sept 29th
Pork Chop Casserole (Apple Pie Filling - Pork Chop - Stuffing), Steamed Veggies, Green Salad, Waldorf Salad, Peach Cobbler
WED Sept 30th
Ham & Cheese Sliders, Deviled Eggs, Relish Tray, Apple & Broccoli Salad, Five Cup Salad, Chocolate Brownie
THURS Oct 1st
White Chicken Chili, Cornbread Muffin, Peaches, Broccoli-Apple-Feta-Salad, Cinnamon Roll
Call by 10:00 A.M. if you want a lunch or need a ride. 679-8666 All meals are served with milk & bread. Suggested donation is $4 for seniors and $10 for those under 60 years of age.
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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
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Tropic Town is accepting applications for a Full-Time Assistant Public Works Employee. Duties include assisting with the maintenance and repair of Town roads, parks, public facilities, equipment, water and sewer systems, and other Public Works responsibilities as assigned. Applicants must have a valid driver’s license and be able to perform physical labor and operate equipment. A CDL is preferred, but not required at the time of hire. Pay depends on experience. Town benefits are available for full-time employees. Applications may be obtained at the Tropic Town Office (20 N Main, Tropic, Utah) or from the Town website. For more information, please call 435-679-8713. Applications will be accepted until the position is filled.
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