February 23, 2012 Wayne & Garfield County Insider

Panguitch • Panguitch Lake • Hatch • Bryce • Tropic • Antimony • Henrieville • Cannonville • Escalante • Boulder • Fremont • Loa • Lyman Bicknell • Teasdale • Torrey • Grover • Fruita • Caineville • Hanksville

PANGUITCH SPORTSMANSHIP

For the past few years, the Utah High School Activities Association, along with all schools belonging to Region 20, have been promoting sportsmanship in an attempt to reduce the incidence of poor sportsmanship that often finds its ugly results on the front pages of the daily news. Names being called, buses being vandalized, fights breaking out, benches being emptied, players and coaches being ejected, referees having to be protectively escorted out of town by local law enforcement officers, schools being fined, and community reputations affected have all been experienced . After many years of intense interscholastic competition between schools and the extreme rivalries that have resulted, trying to bring a sense of chivalry back into the picture has proven sometimes difficult.

Tonight, however, I witnessed something that warmed the heart and brought tears to my eyes.

With the final region boys’ basketball contest about to begin between two cross county arch rivals and the announcer preparing to introduce the starting five for each team, Panguitch High School Coach Clint Barney approached the scorer’s table at Bryce Valley High School and asked for the mike. After the crowd quieted, Coach Barney proceeded to announce the results of a special fundraiser that his team held on behalf of Steve Pollock, a highly respected fan of Bryce Valley High School and a life time resident of Tropic.

Steve Pollock, a selfemployed young husband and father has, over the past several months, been battling a severe case of pancreatic cancer. His friends

in both communities have watched as he has put up a heroic effort and remained so upbeat and positive over the course of his chemo and radiation treatments. The community, in an effort to demonstrate their support to Steve and his family, have sold hundreds of purple tee shirts with the message, “Steve’s BATTLE IS OUR BATTLE – Support him till he wins”, and on the back, “Team Steve”. At tonight’s game, one could not tell who was a fan or for that matter, who on the court was a team member of Bryce Valley or of Panguitch High Schools as it was a complete purple-out with EVERYONE on both sides wearing their purchased purple shirt demonstrating their support for Steve.

In addition to every member of the Panguitch High School boys basketball team and most of their fans purchasing a shirt with the proceeds going to Steve’s family, Coach Barney announced that his team, at their last home contest held the week prior, had challenged the fans of Valley High School as well as their own to donate as much money as they could on behalf of the Steve Pollock family. Coach Clint Barney then proceeded to call Steve’s wife onto the

floor and delivered the proceeds of that effort.

In my twenty one year tenure as a High School Principal, I have had the opportunity to witness on occasion an outpouring of concern being expressed when schools within the region have lost students to accidents. However, never have I observed such a sincere demonstration of support of this magnitude. The closeness of community members within Region 20 is definitely one of the benefits of living and working in rural Utah. When something happens to affect an entire community, other communities respond. This was the case tonight.

As the former Principal of Bryce Valley High School, I would like to personally thank Coach Clint Barney for his example and the leadership he provided in giving his team members and the fans of Valley, Panguitch, and Bryce Valley High Schools, the opportunity to experience sportsmanship rather than just observe it. To everyone who had anything to do in making tonight’s event possible and in providing support for Steve and his family, thank you as well. Tonight’s event was certainly a step in the right direction.

Earl M. Slack

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DEMOCRACY DAY A VISIT TO THE UTAH STATE CAPITAL The New Frontiers for Families, Teen 4-H group from Panguitch was able to attend Democracy Day at the state capital in Salt Lake City.

Special thanks to the Five County Associations, they provided the funding for this fun and educational adventure.

The group consisted of a parent volunteer Tanya Barron, her son Drew Barron, Jaden Porter, Emma Jack, Austin Jack, Lexi Anderson, Kristy Bridges, Kylee Hagberg, and Laura Adams the family facilitator. The group was able to go up on January 29th and then got up bright and early to go to the capital.

The schedule included Keynote speaker Kirk Jowers from the Hinkley Institute of Politics, a lesson on advocacy with Drew Martinez, and a debate between Jim Dabakis and Thomas

Wright.

We were given a tour of the capital getting to hear a bill being voted on while on the balcony in the Senate.

The highlight of the day was having photos taken with our Representative Noel from Kanab. He also had lunch with us in the capital and then took us to

the floor of the House of Representatives. His personal time spent with our group was very special and invaluable.

A wonderful and informative day was had by all learning so much about our State government and how we can affect it.

WAYNE COUNTY TRAIL FEASIBILITY STUDY BEGINS Wayne County is overseeing a new public trails feasibility study along 10 miles of two state Scenic Byways in southeastern Utah. The study will include five miles of Highway 24 from the Teasdale turnoff to the Best Western hotel near the entrance to Capitol Reef National Park, and five miles of Highway 12 leading to the town of Boulder.

The county has hired Psomas Engineering, a national consulting firm with an office in Salt Lake City, to conduct the $98,000 study.

Psomas will begin work on the project in late February and will help the county develop a trail name and logo.

Public open houses will be scheduled, so community residents can comment on the project. The start of the study comes after two years of planning with a trail steering committee.

The National Park Service, Rivers, Trails, and Conservation Assistance (RTCA) Program, which provides planning assistance to cities and counties throughout Utah, supplied Wayne County and its partners with more than $15,000 of in-kind assistance over the past two years.

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project along so quickly,” said Marcy DeMillion, the Park Service’s RTCA community planner in Utah.

“This project is a model for other rural counties in Utah who want to plan trail systems. It is clear that this project is strongly supported by Wayne County commissioners and staff, as well as the communities, state and other federal agencies.”

Wayne County has assigned county staff members Michelle Coleman and Brandon Jensen to work on the project.

“We are anxious to complete the feasibly study and apply for grants to fund trail construction over the next two years,” said Wayne County Commission Chairman, Tom Jeffery. Michelle Coleman, the county’s economic development director, added: “Providing trails near Torrey and on the scenic byways will encourage visitors to Capitol Reef National Park and other sites to spend at least one more day in our county, which will help the local economy.”

Emery Polelonema, regional planner for central Utah’s Six County Association of Governments (AOG), said: “The success of the first phase of the project will help build the need for additional trails

throughout Wayne County and the six-county region.

We are happy to support the county on projects like this that encourage safer ways of travel.”

Wayne County’s project partners include: Six County AOG, the town of Torrey, Wayne County Business Association, Central Utah Public Health Department, Utah Department of Transportation, the Scenic Byway 12 Foundation, Capitol Reef National Park, Bureau of Land Management’s Henry Mountains Field Station, and Fishlake National Forest’s Fremont River Ranger District.

The feasibility study is funded partly through the Wayne County Special Service District and a grant from the County Impact Fund. Brandon Jensen, the county’s GIS coordinator said: “The County will begin applying for trail construction grants beginning in May.” Adus Dorsey, the mayor of Torrey summarized the project by saying, “Getting to this point has taken a lot of hard work from the Wayne County commissioners and the county trail committee. The trail project is on the fast track toward connecting the county’s communities together by pedal power.”

Never go out to meet trouble.

If you will just sit still, nine cases out of ten someone will intercept it before it reaches you.

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February 23, 2012

Garfield County

ENTERTAINMENT & EVENTS PHS SPORTLINE

BY MACK OETTING

TAX SAVINGS

I want to inform the public of several steps Garfield School District has taken to save the common tax payer money. In the February 16th Board meeting the School Board approved the refinancing of a $1,615,000 general obligation school building bond. The old bond was at an interest rate of 4.625%. The new bond will be financed at approximately 2.00%. The savings to the tax payers will be up to $70,000 for residents of Garfield County. This bond will be sold on the bond market on March 15th. Any investors who are interested in purchasing the bonds could purchase the bonds on this date. This bond will be paid in full on 6/1/2015; an additional bond will be paid off 6/01/2014. With the retirement of the bonds, the residents of Garfield County will see a decrease in their current tax rate in 2014 and 2015.

The School Board also approved to move forward with a relighting project to take advantage of power incentives offered by Rocky Mountain Power. By changing the lighting structures in the PHS gym and classrooms the District will save approximately $7,376 per year. When the retrofit is complete, Panguitch High School will use 80% less electricity than they do today. The total cost of the project is estimated at $33,290 with $4,839 in incentives from Rocky Mountain Power. The final cost will be $28,450, it will take about four years to recover the cost for the project in power savings, but after four years it will be a continual savings to the District. When completed, the project will provide more lighting in the gym, classrooms and hallways. The District will continue to work towards higher efficiency savings in your schools. In the long run, this means substantial savings to the tax payers with an improved electricity quality in our schools and gymnasiums.

As an update on the staffing changes, the Board approved to release all paraeducators at the end of the school year and hire back the positions on a “per student basis”. They also approved the release of three provisional teachers in the District. A provisional teacher is a teacher who has been teaching less than five years and has not been granted tenure by the School Board.

--Superintendent Ben Dalton

ANNUAL DISTRICT COOPERATOR OF THE YEAR AWARD

The Canyonlands and Upper Sevier Conservation Districts (CD) recently held their annual district cooperator of the year award banquets to recognize people in the district who have made a difference in agriculture and in protecting and enhancing the natural resource base within their district’s watersheds and boundaries.

The Upper Sevier CD held their banquet on January 25th at the Flying M Restaurant in Panguitch.

Recognized by the district was; Ricky Gleave, rancher in Antimony for his involvement with improving water quality on the East Fork Sevier River. Ricky used the Non-Point Source 319 program to do stream bank/riparian improvements including grazing management on his land.

The district also recognized Shawn Peterson, Carson Gubler, and John Reese Jr. all from the BLM for their

efforts on the Sage Hen/ South Canyon Pinyon/Juniper treatment project. The district also recognized Makade Christensen and Katelyn Peterson as youth conservationists. Makade for his efforts with working on the family farm and being involved in 4-H and Katelyn for her work with USU Extension last summer as important help for the county agent.

The Canyonlands CD held their annual banquet on February 13th at the senior citizen’s center in Escalante. Robert and Louise Liston were recognized as the 2011 Cooperators of the Year for their involvement in agriculture and ranching in the district as well as Louise’s service and dedication to Garfield County as a county commissioner.

The conservation district’s board members are locally elected in a special election, voted for by registered land owners and

citizens within the district and serve 4 year terms. The function of a conservation district and it’s legislated duties include; taking available technical, financial, and educational resources, whatever their source, and focus and coordinate them so that they meet the needs of the local land user for conservation of soil, water, and related resources.

Currently serving on the district boards in Garfield County are: Canyonlands CD Upper Sevier CD Lonnie Pollock-Chairman Allen K. Henrie- Chairman Todd Phillips- Vice Chairman Jack Soper- Vice Chairman Monte Twitchell- Treasurer Mike Tebbs- Treasurer Link Chynoweth- Member Kade Fullmer- Member Dell LeFevre- Member Delin Roundy- Member Sue Fearon- P.T. Clerk Melanie Heaton- P. T. Clerk

What a wonderful ending to a fun year for the Lady Bobcats basketball team. 5th place finish at State. There was a time that the Cats were wondering if they where every going to win a league game.

At the first tournament of the year they lost both games, to Manila and Green River by more than 10 points, keep this in mind. The Ladies first win came against Escalante in overtime by 1 point. It was true that their loses were all close, a double overtime lose to BV and 1 point losses Milford and Piute. They entered the league playoffs with 4 league wins against Valley and Escalante. They really caught fire after their play-in game against Piute and another close loss.

They met up with Valley for 5th place in region 20 and took out Valley for the third time 40 to 33. They had a late play- in game up at Richfield against Windover and most of all the girls got into this one, the Ladies led at half 26 to 3 and finished off the game with 50 to 18 win. The Girls first State game was in the morning against the Region 19 Champs Monument Valley. MV had the leading scorer in the State, D. Holiday and they had a 17 to 12 lead after the first quarter, when Catanya Holman came into the game and she dogged their scorer the Cats took a 29 to 24 in to half time score. The second half was all Cats and the again

won 52 to 41. Carly Holman had 18 points and the freshman Darie Frandsen dropped in a season high point 23.

The Lady Cats again played Piute with the same results, for the fourth time.

In this game the girls led much of the game, but the Thunderbirds upped their defense and our girls could not make the free throws and ended up in a game that was much closer than the score 42 to 35. Next up was Manila and some really big girls, the Cats just ran them in to the ground taking them out and the girls won 41 to 34. Carly had another big scoring game with 18.

The game against Green River for 5th place again went the same way with the Girls coming away winners with a score of 41 to 27 and again Carly was the leading scorer with 16 points. The girls played 7 games in 9 days coming away with 5 wins, only losing to Piute twice. This doubled the rest of their season wins. Carly Holman made 28 out of 31 free throws in the tournament and made Desert Tournament 1st team.

When they come up with a definition for a Panguitch tough guy, Carly would head the list, she got knocked down so many times and she got right back up that I lost count. Natashia Barney and Carly made All-State Academic Team, and both played most of all of the games. Katelyn Parkin saved her two best

WEDDINGS

games for her birthday, against Manila and Green River and Chandler Campbell had a real sweet shot and rarely touched anything but net. Frecia Houston was also a great shooter and always a happy camper. The two freshmen that saw a lot of playing Darie Frandsen and Catanya Holman (anNBA player trapped in a 4’ 8” body) are the future of girls sport in Panguitch.

Many thanks to the two ball girls Taylor Bennett and Whittni Orton, you will see a lot of these two in the next four years on the courts. Our coaches Curtis Barney and Tammy Bennett made this a fun year for the girls and really got the most out of them with a lot of patient and it really paid off in the end. Even with the girls slow start the fans never gave up on them and there was great support from you all. Region 20’s 5 teams did really well, Wayne took 3rd, Piute 4th, Panguitch 5th, BV 6th and Milford 8th. ST. Joseph ended up winning the Championship over Rich. Rich a month earlier killed St. Joe by a score 63 to 27, in basketball you never know.

The wrestling team competed at the State Tournament this weekend at the UCCU Center in Orem.

The Bobcats had a good showing finishing third. It was a tight three way race the whole tournament with Altamont pulling away in the finals. The tournament ended up with five Panguitch wrestlers in the finals with Jory Owens winning his third state title and Cade Coles winning his second state title. Jory Owens was also named the 1A lower weight outstanding wrestler and Mat Houston was named 1A coach of the year!

Bobcats that placed in State.

106- Sam Brophy 2nd 113- Jory Owens 1st 120-Cade Coles, 1st 126- Sam Vasquez 2nd 132- Brandon Birch 2nd 152- Paxton Cooper 3rd 182- Austin Josie 4th 195- Rowdy Josie 4th 285- Tyler Brinkerhoff 4th Team Scores Altamont ......................183 Monticello .................160.5 Panguitch.......................146 Duchesne . .................124.5 Rich ...........................108.5 Wayne .......................102.5 Piute ...............................42 Diamond Ranch ..........26.5 Milford ...........................18 Bryce Valley . .................12 White Horse .....................4 The Bob Cats had a couple of games last week, that showed them what they are up against at Region next week. They lost both in close games against BV and Piute. The Bob Cats have their first region game against Milford and it will be here on Thursday night the 23rd.at 7:00.

The Region 20 games will be played over at Canyon View high school, it is sad that Cedar gets all the money from these region games, when we seemed to have so many financial problems in Garfield County. State starts next week stay tuned.

Oh where did the year go, it’s been a fun winter.

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ENTERTAINMENT & EVENTS

WAYNE COUNTY’S BEST CROP “Your children are not your children.

They are the sons and daughters of Life’s longing for itself.

You are the bows from which your children as living arrows are sent forth.”

Kahlil Gibran

Kurtis Robins said it best, “In Wayne County we can grow alfalfa, hay, barley and sometimes a little corn, but by far our kids are the best crop we raise here in Wayne County”.

In the State 1A game for third place play in Girls Basketball, the Wayne High Lady Badgers faced the Piute Thunderbirds. Darci Clark controlled the basket with the finesse of Tinkerbell, scoring a phenomenal 23 points, Sarah Taylor stared down her Thunderbird opponents and demanded respect by scoring 14 points, and the formidable Haley Robins finished with 13 points. Whitney Coleman and Haylee Jen Barney, with Rebakah Rasmussen racing around the court like a cotton tail rabbit during hunting season, held the Thunderbirds at bay. The Badgers defeated Piute with a final score of 62 -49 Saturday afternoon, February 18th, at the Sevier Valley Center.

With a pep talk in the locker room at half time, Coach Jan Ellett raised the level of excitement to such a feverish pitch that he even had me wanting to put on a jersey and volunteer to

Adus F. Dorsey II play!

Just when some parents were thinking the ball games were sadly over and they might have an early night of it, the report came in from the Deseret News that Darci Clark had made the ALL-TOURNAMENT TEAM. “Way to make it

happen Darci”! Seniors Loni Wells and Haylee Jen Barney received academic awards at half-court after the championship game.

In the 220 lb class at the State Wrestling Championships, Hagan Ekker placed an impressive 2nd with a Wayne score of a Pin 0:43; 3. Having had the personal experience to wrestle with Hagan Ekker in the classroom at Wayne High on occasion, I can honestly say 2nd place is not in his vocabulary, nor does it adequately describe his personality or ability.

Congratulations to all proud Wayne High coaches, faculty, students, parents, fans and the excellent lunch room ladies. And to never forget, my all time favorite, the always present and biggest Wayne High fan of all time, school bus driver “Pam”, who is in a league all of her own.

A big shout out should go to mysportsguys.com for live streaming high school sports. Please show them your appreciation, as it is through their dedicated efforts that Wayne County will soon have the ability to “live stream” Wayne High sports events.

Recognition is a gift we give to somebody else, especially when they have worked hard for it.

Farm Report; The Utah State Farm report states that as “the founding industry of Utah’s economic and cultural heritage, agriculture is now-a-days a quiet giant often trampled in the rush to sell the vision of the “New Utah”, a glitzy conglomeration of technology, manufacturing and tourism.” Utah farm lands have stayed relatively constant, and in some cases increased slightly over the years. Traditionally considered a “livestock” state, Wayne County and Utah still proudly wear that label, but the state’s primary cattle producers are in Box Elder County, with San Pete County holding the distinction of being the leading sheep producer. Crops also make up a portion of agriculture-related receipts, with the largest portion earned from feed crops like alfalfa.

Some local Wayne County farmers have been recently seen in their fields spreading manure in an attempt to get ahead of the upcoming spring planting season.

“Agriculture is still a major industry in the state, and will continue to be for a long time”, says USU’s Bruce Godfrey.

Locally, the Wayne County Commissioners and the Wayne County Bike Path Committee have chosen Psomas Engineering to conduct a completely grant funded feasibility study for a bike path. This will include five miles of Highway 24 from the Teasdale turn off, to the Best Western hotel, near the entrance to Capitol Reef National Park, and five miles of Highway 12, leading to the town of Boulder. Future plans are also in the process for points west to include all of Wayne County.

The start of the study is a result of two years of intense planning. Partners in this project, raising $98,000 in grant funds, include: Wayne County, the National Park Service, Rivers, Trails, and the Conservative Assistance (RTCA) Program, the Six County Association of Governments, and the Mormon Pioneer Heritage Area Executive Board of Directors.

Dwindling firewood piles are a sure sign that some Wayne County residents are anticipating an early spring.

The prestigious “Old Farmers Almanac” has no longrange weather forecast for Wayne County, but longtime Loa residents Dee and Berneal Hatch (who we all believe know more than any “Old Farmers Almanac”) predict plenty of moisture and plentiful summer gardens. Thanks Dee! The Loa Community project to demolish and clean up the Loa Main Street property is a fine example of how community minded individuals can work together and make our world a better place to live.

Big, big, Kudos to the Loa Town residents and Loa Town officials; together we all can make a difference.

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WAYNE HIGH SCHOOL WRESTLING

Wayne High School finished in 6th place at the State Wrestling Championships Friday and Saturday at UVU. Wayne finished with 5 placers in the top 4 spots. Including Jared Alvey winning the State Championship at 195 lbs.

Individual Results: 1st Jared Alvey, 195 lbs, 2nd Randy Ellett, 152 lbs, 2nd Hagan Ekker 220 lbs, 3rd Bryan Batty, 160 lbs, 4th Drue Fivecoat, 113 lbs.

Damon Davis, 106, Colton Roberts, 120, Stetson Labrum, 138, Ryan Lee, 145, Isak Pei, 182, Dusty Johnson 285, all finished in 5th place, just one match short of a medal.

All the wrestlers had a great season and showed great deal of character, skill and effort.

Coaches: Kerry Anderson, Gordon Ellett, and Scott Ellett would like to thank the parents and fans for supporting the team and along with the wrestlers having a great season.

Bantam Wrestling will start Wednesday, February 22nd at 5:00 p.m. on the mezzanine at Wayne High School. Grades Pre-school through 8th grade are encouraged to attend.

Registration is $25 which includes a t-shirt.

REGION BASKETBALLTO BE BROADCASTON CHANNEL 6.1 Teams from South Central Utah playing in the 2A State Championship games will be aired live on chl 6.1 on Feb 23 – 25.

Teams from South Central Utah playing in the 1A State Championshipgames will be aired live on chl 6.1on Feb 29 – March 3

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tHe lAuGhiNg pOiNt!!

Every1Counts

By Cynthia Kimball What if, for every person you’ve ever offended, you wrote an apology note?

And what if you started that today? Where you made a list of who you needed to make amends to. Indian philosopher, Mahatma Gandhi, said, “The weak can never forgive. Forgiveness is the attribute of the strong” (Thinkexisit.com, 2012). This is you and you can do this. You could either handwrite your notes or type them up. Yet, handwriting seems to add a personal touch. Somehow, believe it or not, technology sometimes gets in the way of what the heart’s working to express. Could you do this? Would you? Remember, everyday, at least one note to freedom and peace.

Yet, if you write more each day even better.

Now just think for a minute that you are the receipt of one of these notes.

Where it reads something like this: “Dear John, I was just thinking about you the other day. I think the last time we saw each other was when I barked at you for something I cannot even remember. I want you to know that I haven’t felt

ONE NOTE A DAY TO FREEDOM AND PEACE

good since. And I want you to know how sorry I am. I have carried this unnecessary burden from what I did to you and have let my distain get in the way of a friendship and work relationship. I hope you can find it in your heart to forgive me. I also want you to know that I have been reading about how well your company’s doing and I attribute that to your exemplary leadership. Good for you. If you’re ever up for meeting for lunch to catch up, please do not hesitate to contact me. Best always, your friend, Bob.” Well, I know if I were John I would have felt like a million dollars receiving that note from Bob. And I hope that John would feel that way, too. After all, holding a grudge does no one any good. American author, Sara Paddison, said, “Sincere forgiveness isn’t colored with expectations that the other person apologize or change. Don’t worry whether or not they finally understand you. Love them and release them.

Life feeds back truth to people in its own way and time” (Thinkexisit.com,

2012). According to LDS. org (2012), “To forgive is a divine attribute. It is to pardon or excuse someone from blame for an offense or misdeed…” And if we are told in Numbers 14:18 that, “The Lord is longsuffering, and of great mercy, forgiving iniquity and transgression,” why should we be any different?

There are so many true stories about ordinary people who can forgive even a drunk driver who kills one’s family. Better yet, then visits that drunk driver in prison. If someone can do the latter, just like our Savior would, why should we be any different?

We shouldn’t.

Cynthia Kimball is a professional speaker and trainer through her company Every1Counts, LLC, and a doctoral student in Workforce Education Leadership. She also writes frequently through Deseret Connect.

E-mail: kimball@every1counts.net

BROKEN RIBS

FIRST BREAKFAST

The new bride had spent two hours preparing her first breakfast. She sat down at the table, eagerly watching as her husband slowly savored each forkful.

“How was it, Honey?” she asked when he’d finished.

“Well,” he began thoughtfully, wiping his lips, “you probably could have beaten the eggshells a little longer.

But on the whole, it was a good start.”

LITTLE BROTHER?

A mother asked her small son what he would like for his birthday. “I’d like a little brother,” the boy said.

“Oh my, that’s such a big wish,” said the mother.

“Why do you want a little brother?”

“Well,” said the boy, “there’s only so much I can blame on the dog.”

Scene: Patient laying on a gurney with the doctor standing next to him holding up an x-ray.

Doctor: Do you want the good news or the bad news first?.

Patient: Give me the bad news I guess.

Doctor: The bad news is your x-ray shows that you have three broken ribs. The good news is we fixed it with Photoshop.

CAUGHT STEALING

A shoplifter was caught red-handed trying to steal a watch from an exclusive jewelry store. “Listen,” said the shoplifter, “I know you don’t want any trouble either. What do you say I just buy the watch, and we forget about this?”

The manager agreed and wrote up the sales slip. The crook looked at the slip and said, “This is a little more than I intended to spend. Can you show me something less expensive?”

DRAWBACKS TO WORKING IN A CUBICLE

• Not being able to check E-mail attachments without first seeing who’s behind you.

• The walls are too close together for the hammock to work right.

• Prison cells are not only bigger, they have beds.

• When you quit and walk out, there’s no door to slam.

• Being told to “think outside the box” when you’re in a freakin’ box all day long.

• 23 power cords - 1 outlet.

• The carpet has been there since 1976 (or older) and shows more signs of life than your coworkers.

• If you talk to yourself it causes all the surrounding cubicle inhabitants to pop their heads over the wall and say, “What? I didn’t hear you.”

• You always have the feeling that someone is watching you, but by the time you turn to look they’re gone.

Answers for this week

POLITICAL PARTY CAUCUSES ARE COMING IN MARCH! Why is your caucus important?

Because those who attend these caucuses will elect delegates to county and state conventions, as well as precinct officers. So to have any influence on the party’s nominees, you must become a delegate and/or help to elect liberty-minded citizens as delegates.

There are numerous candidates and groups that want these delegate seats: candidates for the US Senate, the US House, the legislature, county offices, etc.

The Utah code says that a precinct must contain no more than 1,250 registered voters. Typically, there are several hundred households in a precinct. But, usually only a few dozen are politically involved.

So, historically, caucuses are poorly attended. Your vote in a precinct caucus is worth a hundred votes in a Primary or General Election. Precinct caucuses are where real political might is wielded. Your precinct cau-

cus is where you must be on the appointed day!

The Democratic Party caucuses will be on Tuesday, March 13 at 7:00 p.m.

The Republican Party caucuses will be on Thursday, March 15 at 7:00 p.m. (If you know when other political parties are having their caucuses, please let me know so I can share them, too.)

In your caucus, you should vet the candidates for precinct office and delegate seats. Ask questions about their ideology. See if they are truly liberty-minded citizens.

For example, do they support government-run health care? Do they believe our country should police the world? Do they understand the importance of a sound and honest monetary system?

Your job is to attend your precinct caucus, win a delegate seat.

DON’T WAIT TO APPLY

Big game hunt applications due by March 1, 2012 Time is running out to Apply now get your application in to You can apply for a perhunt big game animals in mit at wildlife.utah.gov.

Utah this fall.

Tutorow says the amount Applications to hunt big of patience you have is the game—including deer—are critical factor in deciding due through wildlife.utah. when to apply. gov no later than 11 p.m. on “If you apply before March 1.

March 1,” she says, “you Before you apply for a should be able to get your general deer hunting per- application in fast.” mit, make sure to visit the If you wait until March 1, Prepare for the 2012 deer however, you could run into hunt Web page. The Web some challenges. page has information that “Thousands of hunters will help you decide which wait until the last day to of Utah’s 30 new deer hunt- apply,” Tutorow says. “Reing units to apply for. ceiving that much traffic in If you decide to apply such a short period of time for a Utah big game hunting slows our website down.” permit, Judi Tutorow, wildIf you decide to wait unlife licensing coordinator til March 1 to apply, make for the Division of Wildlife sure you start applying beResources, has some ad- fore 11 p.m. If you start apvice: Apply before the last plying before 11 p.m.—and day of the application pe- you don’t log off the system riod. And when you apply, before you’ve completed don’t forget to donate some your application—the sysdollars to help control coy- tem will allow you to finish otes in Utah. your application.

Tutorow also encourag“If you log out after 11 es you to consider joining p.m., and then you try and Utah’s Dedicated Hunter get back into the system,” program. And she has a re- she says, “you’ll be out of minder for lifetime license luck. Starting at 11 p.m., holders. the only thing you can ap-

ply for is a bonus point or a preference point.”

Hunt all three deer seasons Would you like to hunt all three general deer hunting seasons (archery, muzzleloader and rifle) on the unit you draw a permit for?

You can if you join the Dedicated Hunter program.

To give yourself a chance to join the Dedicated Hunter program, you must do two things: Complete an online orientation course that will teach you more about the program, and apply for and draw a 2012 general deer hunting permit.

(The online Dedicated Hunter course takes about

30 minutes to complete.)

To learn more about the program and how to join it, visit wildlife.utah.gov/dh.

Lifetime license holders If you have a lifetime hunting license in Utah, you must do two things to get a permit for your favorite unit: Complete the online lifetime license questionnaire and select the unit you want to hunt.

You can access the questionnaire through the 2012 big game application. Visit wildlife.utah.gov to access the application, complete the questionnaire and select your unit.

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February 23, 2012

BRYCE VALLEY AREA NEWS

FYI PANGUITCH By: Mack Oetting ~ E-mail: mackoetting @gmail.com It’s snowing, so it must be Sunday and time to get out my article. I spent the week driving back and forth to Richfield, with the girl’s basketball team, so I don’t have a lot of stuff.

The Winter Fest out at Bryce Valley and Ruby’s is over and I hope it was a big success, as usually. There was so much outdoor stuff going on I hope the locals took advantage of the fun. Ebenezer’s is a great hall to have dances and indoor activities. If you took part or not, put it on your calendar for next year.

There was a proposal in the State Senate, that would have increased school funding in Utah by hundreds of millions over the next 10 years. This proposal would have taking Utah out of last place in the Nation for per pupil spending, was tabled in the Senate Education Committee, it seems that some of the Senators are up for election and don’t want a tax increase on their record making them looking bad. This bill would have increased per pupil spending $750 dollars annually over the 10 years.

Speaking of schools, 10 States have opted out of the No Child Left Behind program of Pres. Bush. The States do have to have a way of checking the children progress. This program was good when it started but it kept increasing the difficulty till many of the schools would fail and lose their government funding. Janice Hatch made Garfield County Schools, the flag ship of all of Utah and the State Schools Superintendent came here to see why 99 % of our graduating students were passing off on these requirements. Many of the school districts in the state copied Janice’s program. She had the students spend 25 minutes a day reviewing what they had learned through school year in Garfield County.

Coming up is the First and Second Settlement of Panguitch, a birthday party has been planned. The first settlement was March16th, 1864 only to end in the spring of 1866. After two years of freezing cold winters and the Blackfoot and Piute Indian upraising, the settlers pulled out as far south as Mt. Carmel and north to Gunnison. The 2nd Settlement came on March 18th or 19th 1870. Come on out and Celebrate our Birthday on Friday, March 16th, at the Social Hall, starting at 7:00 pm. There will be a program, with plenty of history, refreshments and door prizes. If you would please, come to the City Hall and tell us “Why it is so great living in Panguitch”. Contact Pat Oetting for more information 676-2418.

Congratulations to Donna Osborn, she is the new secretary for the city.

When I travel up 89 north, I always look at the Baptist Church sign, it always has great sayings. This weeks message was “Be a shower not a drain”.

Mack O.

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by Vicki D. Syrett 679-8687 or vickidiane36@hotmail.com

Having just spent four days out of town I am sorry to say I have not been able to get caught up on the news but I will make up for it next week. We were with our grandson as he got married in Salt Lake Temple and then a reception in Genola and then in Annabella. It was fun and we wish Joseph and Hilary the very best life has to offer. It is hard to believe that my “little” grandchildren are old enough to get married. Whew does time fly.

We want our girls basketball team to know we love and appreciate them so much. They came in sixth in the State Tournament and we are still so very proud of them for their efforts. They had a big following of people who went to Richfield to watch the games and on the Internet as well. Keep smiling girls!! You are the greatest!!

Some news trickled down to me that Jon Brown, a former Henrieville citizen, and his wife Lauren are expecting twins. How exciting for them. Jon has spent a lot of time in Iraq and Afghanistan and is now in San Antonio Texas doing more training and working hard.

We wish Jon and Lauren the best with twins and that all goes well for them.

Student who made the Citizenship and Academic awards in the elementary are: Kindergarten: Preslee Shakespeare, First Grade: Jacob Grimshaw, Second Grade: Ashtyn Stevens, Third Grade: Westyn Clark, Fourth Grade: Jared Chynoweth, Fifth Grade: Max Ahlstrom, and Sixth Grade: Brandon Jones. Congratulations to everyone on their stellar performance. Good job!!

Everyone have a great week and I will do better with the news then. Please call or email your news to me. Thanks VS. HOOFBEATS

by Samuel Cloud Salutations peoples. Tidings I bring, of joy and well-being. Our school has been busy lately, and promises to be busier still.

You all probably know more about how the athletics are doing than I do, so we’ll skip over those little details for know. I will just summarize by saying that our peoples have done awe-

PANGUITCH SENIOR CENTER HOT LUNCH PROGRAM 87 N 50 W • 676-2281/676-1140 Suggested donation $2.50 60 & older, $6.00 under 60 Call before 10 AM of the day of attendance to reserve a spot

Meals include milk & breadNOTE: PLEASE BE COURTEOUS AND CALL AHEAD. MISC ITEMS The ladies work diligently to prepare a good dinner and without a head count they cannot prepare enough to feed everyone.

some, pulling off yet another glorious season to be proud of. With girls b-ball, boys b-ball, and the new wrestling team, this year has been good.

The other clubs have been busy as well. FCCLA pulled off a great performance at region, winning a number of awards, and they are looking forward to rocking it out at state in another month. The chorus class is tightening its focus, getting all of the students ready for their big upcoming performance.

Our 4-H chapter has also done very well in the past few months. Every Wednesday and Thursday, they have met with the elementary students and furthered the drive for science in the rising generation.

After all of their hard work, they are getting ready to attend an official 4-H retreat, where they will meet with all of the other 4-H in our region to share knowledge and experience and party time.

The purely academic side of things at our school has been busy lately as well. On Monday the 13th, Mr. Sugget had the opportunity to take several of his science classes to go visit the Fish Hatchery over in Hatch.

While there, they were able to examine the water purification plant, learn about the basic parts of fish maintenance, and learn about different toxins in the water.

They also got the chance to feed the different fish, which is, of course, the coolest part about anything dealing with animals.

That about covers it for the news this week, but there is a little extra something that I have to add to this article. This is not strictly related to the daily goings on at our school, but it is a powerful piece of writing. It is a piece about perspective and perseverance and patriotism--traits that are becoming harder and harder to keep. Our district has been having some troubles, and our country even more so, but I ask that you read this and remember just how much we have to be grateful for.

Back in September of 2005, on the first day of school, Martha Cothren, a social studies school teacher at Robinson High School in Little Rock, did something not to be forgotten.

On the first day of school, with the permission of the school superintendent, the principal, and the building supervisor, she removed all of the desks from her classroom.

When the first period kids entered the room they discovered that there were no desks.

‘Ms. Cothren, where’re our desks?’

She replied, ‘You can’t have a desk until you tell me how you earn the right to sit at a desk.’

They thought, ‘Well, maybe it’s our grades.’

No,’ she said.

‘Maybe it’s our behavior.’

She told them, ‘No, it’s not even your behavior.’

And so, they came and went, the first period, second period, third period.

Still no desks in the classroom.

By early afternoon television news crews had started gathering in Ms. Cothren’s classroom to report about this crazy teacher who had taken all the desks out of her room.

The final period of the day came and as the puzzled students found seats on the floor of the deskless classroom, Martha Cothren said, ‘Throughout the day

no one has been able to tell me just what he/she has done to earn the right to sit at the desks that are ordinarily found in this classroom. Now I am going to tell you.’

At this point, Martha Cothren went over to the door of her classroom and opened it.

Twenty-seven (27) U.S. Veterans, all in uniforms, walked into that classroom, each one carrying a school desk. The Vets began placing the school desks in rows, and then they would walk over and stand alongside the wall. By the time the last soldier had set the final desk in place those kids started to understand, perhaps for the first time in their lives, just how the right to sit at those desks had been earned.

Martha said, ‘You didn’t earn the right to sit at these desks. These heroes did it for you. They placed the desks here for you. Now, it’s up to you to sit in them.

It is your responsibility to learn, to be good students, to be good citizens. They paid the price so that you could have the freedom to get an education. Don’t ever forget it.’

Upcoming Events for Bryce Valley High School 02/20/2012 President’s Day - NO SCHOOL 02/21/2012 - 02/23/2012 Study Hall- Home Ec Room 3:00-4:00 02/21/2012 Monday Ednet class held Tuesday 02/21/2012 12:45 - 1:27 DWA PRACTICE 8TH GRADE 02/22/2012 8:00 - 12:00 DWA TEST 8TH GRADE 02/23/2012 BBB REGION HOME HIGH SEED 02/24/2012 - 02/25/2012 BBB REGION @ CVHS 02/27/2012 Ednet Biology Starts 02/27/2012 3:00 02/28/2012 4:00 Study Hall - Resource Room 02/29/2012 - 03/03/2012 BBB STATE @ SVC 03/05/2012 3:00 03/06/2012 4:00 Study Hall - English Room

WRESTLING STATE FINALS: Altamont with a 183.0 score took the top spot in the State Wrestling Tournament for the third time.

Monticello finished second at 169.5 and Panguich ended with 146.0 for a third-place effort after the two teams were tied heading into the second day.

Duchesne (124.5), Rich (108.5), Wayne (102.5), Piute (42.0), Diamond Ranch (26.5), Milford (18.0) and Bryce Valley (12.0) completed the top ten standings.

This article was taken from the Deseret News authored by Amy Donaldson.

RICHFIELD — This one’s for you, Steve Pollock.

The Bryce Valley Mustangs promised Pollock the season would end with a win and it did — a 54-44 win over Milford Saturday afternoon at the Sevier Valley Center.

OK, it wasn’t the win any of the players hoped to give Pollock, who is the father of junior guard Makelle Pollock, when he asked coach Tyson Brinkerhoff to win him a state title back in July.

But the girls said their promise to Pollock, who is suffering from pancreatic cancer, evolved after they lost in the first round of the 1A State Tournament on Wednesday.

They felt they were honoring him when they played their best, and they did that Saturday when they defeated region-rival Milford for sixth place.

“It’s truly a successful season,” Brinkerhoff said.

“I’m really proud of the girls.”

The Mustangs recorded their first 20-win season in girls basketball the school’s history. They also extracted a little revenge when they defeated Milford, the team that beat them in the Region 20 tournament and sent them into the tournament as a No. 4 seed.

“They worked so hard,” Brinkerhoff said. “They want to play the their best.”

He said it was their effort that really honored Pollock and their promise to him.

The team was led by Shelby Cornforth, who scored 15 points, while Pollock’s daughter, Makelle, added 13 points, including three 3-pointers. Junior Whitni Syrett added another 11 points in edging the Tigers.

Milford made an impressive run in the fourth quarter, during which Cornforth fouled out. They scored 22 points, but couldn’t hold off the prolific Mustang offense.

Milford was led by Shyla Sherwood, who scored 16 points, and Sherri Pectol, who added nine points.

Chandler Rose scored eight and Mariah Dotson chipped in seven points in the finish that earned them eighth place.

Brinkerhoff said the girls have learned some valuable lessons this season — on and off the court.

“You don’t always get what you want,” he said.

“Basketball is life experience, and that’s what I hope they remember.”

BRYCE VALLEY SCHOOL LUNCH MENU: 23RD Thurs: Chili, HS has Burger Express, Crackers, Salad Tossed, Cinn Applesauce, Cinnamon Roll (the best), Fresh Fruit Asst. Milk Variety 27th Mon: Burrito, HS has Burger Express, Rice Pilaf, Refried Beans, Green Beans, Mandarin Oranges, Fresh Fruit Asst., Milk Variety, Salsa, Ketchup.

28th Tues: Chicken Nuggest (HS Burger Express) Potato Wedges, Carrots, WW Roll, Peaches, Fr. Fruit Asst. Milk Variety, BBQ Sauce, Ketchup 29th Wed: Pizza w/ Pepperoni, HS Burger Express, Salad Tossed, Broccoli Florets, Mandarin Oranges, Fresh Fruit Asst., Applesauce Cake, Milk Variety Mar. 1st Thurs: Taco Soup, HS Burger Express, Green Beans, Pears, Vanilla Pudding, Fr. Fruit Asst., Milk Variety, Ketchup, Condiments.

SENIOR CITIZEN LUNCH MENU: Call by 10 AM if you want a lunch - 679-8666 Suggested donation is $2.50 for those 60 yrs plus, $6.00 for those under 60 THURS. 23rd: Scrambled Eggs, Ham, Fried Potatoes, Stewed Tomatoes, Peaches, BlueBerry Muffin.

TUES. 28th: Burrito, Rice & Refried Beans, Green Salad, Chips & Salsa, Mandarin Oranges, Pudding.

WED. 29th: Vegetable Beef Soup, Wheat Bread, Pears w/Cottage Cheese, Pudding.

THURS. Mar. 1st: Sweet and Sour Chicken, with Rice, Green Beans, Roll, Peach Cobbler.

All meals are served with milk.

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February 23, 2012

LEGAL NOTICES NOTICE OF REFUNDING BONDS TO BE ISSUED Notice Is Hereby Given pursuant to the provisions of Section 11-27-4, Utah Code Annotated 1953, as amended, that on February 16, 2012, the Board of Education of Garfield County School District, Garfield County, Utah (the “Board”), adopted a resolution (the “Resolution”) in which it authorized and approved the issuance of its general obligation refunding bonds (the “Refunding Bonds”), in an aggregate principal amount of not to exceed $1,700,000.00, to bear interest at a rate or rates of not to exceed five percent per annum, to mature over a period not to exceed ten years from their date or dates and to be sold at a discount from par, expressed as a percentage of the principal amount, of not to exceed two percent. The purchaser will be required to make a good faith deposit in connection with its agreement to purchase the Refunding Bonds.

Pursuant to the Resolution, the Refunding Bonds are to be issued for the purpose of refunding a portion of the Board’s outstanding General Obligation Refunding Bonds (Utah School Bond Guaranty Program), Series 2002 (the “Refunded Bonds”).

The principal amount of the Refunding Bonds may exceed the principal amount of the Refunded Bonds. The Refunding Bonds may be issued in one or more series at one or more times.

The Refunding Bonds are to be issued and sold by the Board pursuant to the Resolution. A copy of the Resolution is on file in the office of the Business Administrator of Garfield County School District at 145 East Center, Panguitch, Utah 84759, where the Resolution may be examined during regular business hours of the Business Administrator from 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.

The Resolution shall be so available for inspection for a period of at least thirty days from and after the date of the publication of this notice.

Notice Is Further Given that pursuant to law for a period of thirty days from and after the date of the publication of this notice, any person in interest shall have the right to contest the legality of the above-described Resolution of the Board or the Refunding Bonds authorized thereby or any provisions made for the security and payment of the Refunding Bonds. After such time, no one shall have any cause of action to contest the regularity, formality or legality of the Resolution, the Refunding Bonds or the provisions for their security or payment for any cause.

Dated this 16th day of February, 2012.

Board of Education of Garfield County School District, Garfield County, Utah Lark Reynolds, Business Administrator Published in The Wayne and Garfield County Insider on FEBRUARY 23, 2012.

LEVY AND NOTICE PERSONAL PROPERTY IN THE SIXTH JUDICIAL DISTRICT COURT IN AND FOR GARFIELD COUNTY, STATE OF UTAH BEAVER DAM VILLAGE OWNERS, Plaintiff, vs.

GATEWAY VENTURE HOLDINGS, INC Defendant.

Notice of Sheriff’s Sale Case No. 110600052 Judge Marvin Bagley To be sold at Sheriff’s Sale at the 45 South Main Street, Panguitch, Utah, west entrance on the sidewalk, County of Garfield, State of Utah, on the 16th day of March 2012, at 2:00 pm, of said day, all right, title and interest of said GATEWAY VENTURE HOLDINGS, INC, in Garfield County, State of Utah, described as follows to-wit: 163 North Scenic Drive., Panguitch Lake, Utah, All of Lot 44, BEAVER DAM ESTATES James D. Perkins, Sheriff of Garfield County, State of Utah.

Published in The Wayne and Garfield County Insider on FEBRUARY 23, MARCH 1 & 8, 2012.

REQUEST FOR BIDS Wayne County will accept sealed bids for the installation of a flag pole at the Wayne County Community Center in Bicknell. For specifications and information about the project, please contact the County Clerk’s office at 435-836-1300. Bids will be accepted in the office of the Wayne County Clerk until 10:00 a.m. on Monday, March 5, 2012.

Ryan Torgerson, Wayne County Clerk-Auditor Published in The Wayne and Garfield County Insider on FEBRUARY 23 & March 1, 2012.

ACADEMY AWARDS (OSCAR) TRIVIA 1) Name the only person to win two Oscars® in the same year for the same performance in the same film.

2) Who was the first performer to win consecutive Awards?

3) What was the first movie in color to win a Best Picture Oscar®?

4) Who is the only performer to win an Oscar® for playing a member of the opposite sex?

5) What were the only two films to win three out of four acting Awards?

6) Name the two motion picture trilogies that have received Best Picture nominations for each installment.

7) Who are the only women nominated in the Directing category?

8) Who are the only brother and sister to win acting awards?

9) Who is the only write-in Oscar® winner?

10) Who is the only Oscar® winner with parents who were both Oscar® winners as well?

ANSWERS: 1) Harold Russell, a disabled World War II veteran. The Academy Governors, not knowing the outcome of the Best Supporting Actor race of 1946, presented a special Oscar® to him for bringing hope and courage to his fellow veterans through his appearance in “The Best Years of Our Lives.” Later in the evening he also won the Best Supporting Actor Oscar® for the same performance.

2) Rainer, named Best Actress in 1936 and 1937 for “The Great Ziegfeld” and “The Good Earth.” Spencer Tracy (1937 “Captains Courageous” and 1938 “Boys Town”), Katharine Hepburn (1967 “Guess Who’s Coming to Dinner” and 1968 “The Lion in Winter”), Jason Robards (1976 “All the President’s Men” and 1977 “Julia”) and Tom Hanks (1993 “Philadelphia” and 1994 “Forrest Gump”) followed.

3) Gone with the Wind” (1939). “Gone with the Wind” was awarded eight Academy Awards® including Best Picture, Best Actress (Vivien Leigh) and Best Director (David O. Selznick).

4) Linda Hunt, in 1983, as Best Supporting Actress for her role as photographer Billy Kwan in “The Year of Living Dangerously.”

5) “A Streetcar Named Desire” (1951) and “Network” (1976). Kim Hunter won for Best Supporting Actress, Vivien Leigh for Best Actress, and Karl Malden won for Best Supporting Actor in “A Streetcar Named Desire.” Marlon Brando was nominated for Best Actor for his role as Stanley Kowalski, but lost to Humphrey Bogart in “The African Queen.” “Network’s” Peter Finch won for Best Actor, Faye Dunaway took home the Oscar for Best Actress, and Beatrice Straight took home the statuette for Best Supporting Actress.(To date, no film has won all four of the Awards for acting.)

6) “The Godfather” trilogy in 1972, 1974 and 1990, and “The Lord of the Rings” trilogy in 2001, 2002 and 2003.

7) Lina Wertmuller, for “Seven Beauties” (1976); Jane Campion for “The Piano” (1993); and Sofia Coppola for “Lost in Translation” (2003). All three lost.

8) Lionel Barrymore, 1931/32, Best Actor for “A Free Soul,” and Ethel Barrymore, 1944, Supporting Actress in “None but the Lonely Heart.”

9) Hal Mohr, in 1935, for his cinematography of “A Midsummer Night’s Dream.” He won without having been nominated, no longer possible under Academy rules. Mohr is also only one of a handful of cinematographers to have a star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame.

10) Liza Minnelli, who won as Best Actress in 1972 for “Cabaret.” Her mother, Judy Garland, received a Special Juvenile Award (a miniature Oscar® statuette) in 1939, and her father, Vincente Minnelli, won Best Direction in 1958 for “Gigi.” Judy Garland’s special award was for her out-standing performances as a screen juvenile during 1939.

NOTES: How did the “Oscar” get it’s NAME??

Legend has it that a librarian at the Academy of Motion Picture Arts & Sciences (they award the prizes) took a peek at a statuette and said, “Gee! he looks just like my Uncle Oscar!” The name stuck!

The Academy ‘voting’ system is in two parts...First, the NOMINATIONS are determined with the members of it’s 15 branches all voting within their own fields. (Each voter names five choices-everyone gets to vote for Best Picture). Then the top five nominees are tab ulated (PricewaterhouseCoopers does this). Stage two - choosing the winners is simple...everyone votes in each catagory with the nominee having the most votes winning.

The Academy Awards will be made this coming Sunday, February 26, with the Alive on the Red Carpet starting @ 5PM and the Awards, with Billy Crystal hosting, @ 6:30 all on ABC.

NOTICE TO WATER USERS The State Engineer received the following Application(s) in Wayne County (Locations in SLB&M). For more information or to receive a copy of filings, visit http://waterrights.utah.gov or call 1-866882-4426. Persons objecting to an application must file a CLEARLY READABLE protest stating FILING NUMBER, REASONS FOR OBJECTION, PROTESTANTS` NAME AND RETURN ADDRESS, and any request for a hearing. Protest AND A $15 PROCESSING FEE MUST BE FILED with the State Engineer, Box 146300, Salt Lake City, UT 84114-6300 ON OR BEFORE MARCH 14, 2012.

These are informal proceedings as per Rule R655-6-2 of the Division of Water Rights.

(The Period of Use is generally year-round except irrigation which is generally from Apr 1 to Oct 31 each year.)

CHANGE APPLICATION(S) 61-2541(a37921): Doug and Kim C. Beechum propose(s) using 0.582 ac-ft. from the Underground Water Well (1 mile South of Hatch) for IRRIGATION. Kent L. Jones, P.E., STATE ENGINEER Published in The Wayne and Garfield County Insider on FEBRUARY 16 & 23, 2012.

PUBLIC HEARING The Boulder Town Council will hold a public hearing on Thursday, March 1, 2012,at 6:30 p.m. in the Community Center, 351 N. 100 E.. for the purpose of receiving public comment on the Planning Commission’s recommendation that Section 1018.5 of Boulder’s Zoning Ordinance be changed to allow the minimum size of each directional sign to be 3 ft. x 4 ft. The public hearing will be immediately followed by a meeting at which the Council will vote on the proposal. Those unable to be present may send written comments to boulderutah@ scinternet.net or to PO Box 1329, Boulder, UT 84716.

Published in The Wayne & Garfield County Insider on February 16th, 2012 LOA TOWN OFFERING FOR BID Loa Town recently purchased the property on the corner of Main Street, formerly owned by Brad & Tamara Long. The Town Board would like to offer a few items up for bid. 14 windows, vary in sizes. Also 12 used doors. If you are interested on bidding, you can come look at them at the Loa Town Office, Monday – Thursday from 11 am to 3 pm or you may call Michelle Brian for more details at 8362160 or 616-2643. Bids will be accepted no later than 5 pm on Thursday, March 8, 2012.

Loa Town reserves the right to accept or deny all bids.

Published in The Wayne and Garfield County Insider on FEBRUARY 16 & March 1, 2012.

PANGUITCH MUNCIPAL AIRPORT ADVERTISEMENT FOR BIDS A.I.P.3-49-0025-10 • FEBRUARY, 2012 Separate sealed bids for the Panguitch Municipal Airport Improvement Project 3-49-0025-10, will be received by the office of Panguitch City, 25 South 200 East, Panguitch, UT 84759, until no later than 5:00 P.M., Tuesday, February 28, 2012. The bids will be publicly opened and read aloud in a regularly scheduled City Council meeting later that same evening at 7:00 p.m. Late bids will not be accepted.

Work includes: SRE storage building construction, concrete work and underground utility work.

A five (5%) percent proposal guaranty is required.

All work is subject to minimum wage rates established by the Secretary of Labor. There is no Disadvantaged Business Enterprise goal required for this project.

BIDDERS agree to abide by the following federal requirements (See Federal Contract Provisions included in the Contract Documents): - CERTIFICATION OF NONSEGREGATED FACILITIES - 41 CFR PART 60-1.8 - NOTICE OF REQUIREMENT FOR AFFIRMATIVE ACTION - 41 CFR PART 60-2 - STANDARD FEDERAL EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY CONSTRUCTION CONTRACT SPECIFICATIONS - 41 CFR Pari 60.4.3 Plans, Specifications and Contract Documents may be examined in plan rooms in Utah at: McGraw Hill Construction, 1385 West 2200 South, Suite 200, Salt Lake City and 313 East 1200 South, Suite 103, Orem; Associated General Contractors Office, 230 North 1680 East #B-l, S1. George; and at the offices of Creamer and Noble Engineers, 35 South 400 West, S1.

George, Utah.

Copies of the Contract Documents may be obtained only at the offices of Creamer & Noble, Inc., upon payment of a fee of $125.00 for each paper copy, and $25.00 for each electronic copy, no part of which is refundable.

The City of Panguitch reserves the right to reject any or all bids or to waive any formality or technicality in any bid in the best interests of the City.

Refer to “INFORMATION FORBIDDERS”, CONTRACT-2 to CONTRACT-4, and Section GP- 20, paragraph 20-07 and 2008 for other specific requirements pertaining to bid submittals.

A MANDATORY PRE-BID MEETING will be held at 11:00 a.m. on Tuesday, February 21, 2012, at the Panguitch City Offices located at 25 South 200 East, Panguitch, Utah. An on-site inspection will be made on the airport immediately following the meeting.

Published in The Wayne & Garfield County Insider on February 9th, 16th & 23rd, 2012 DOCUMENT NO. 00 11 13 ADVERTISEMENT FOR BIDS Owner: Wayne County 18 South Mai • P.O. Box 189 • Loa, UT 84747 Separate sealed BIDS for the construction of the Wayne Wonderland Airport – Schedule I, II & III, which includes approximately Schedule I Runway Safety Area Grading – clearing and grubbing, 72,000 s.y. safety area grading, drainage ditch excavation, 12” and 18” pipe culvert extensions, metal end sections and related work; Schedule II Runway Lighting Rehabilitation – 13,600 l.f. 2” electrical conduit and conductors, 70 runway lights, 6 taxiway lights, 10’ x 10’ electrical building and related work; and Schedule III – 7,800 l.f. remove fence, 6,900 l.f. wildlife fence and gates, and related work will be received by Wayne County, at the office of Wayne County Commission, 18 South Main, Loa, UT 84747, UT 84701, until 11:00 a.m., March 5, 2012, and then at said office publicly opened and read aloud.

The BIDDING DOCUMENTS may be examined at Jones & DeMille Engineering and the following locations: 1. McGraw-Hill, Intermountain Contractor; 2195 West 5400 South, Suite 101, Taylorsville, UT 2. Assoc. Gen. Contractors, 1722 E 280 N, Ste B1, St. George, UT Copies of the BIDDING DOCUMENTS may be obtained at the office of Jones & DeMille Engineering, 1535 South 100 West, Richfield, UT 84701 Phone # 435-896-8266, upon payment of $ 50.00 for each set or an electronic copy may be downloaded for $25.00, no part of which will be refunded.

A pre-bid meeting for prospective Bidders will be held at the Wayne County Courthouse, 18 South Main, Loa, Utah, on Wednesday, February 22, 2012, at 1:00 p.m. The work is subject to minimum wage rates established by the Secretary of Labor. The Bidder must supply all information required by the Bid Form. A five percent (5%) proposal guaranty is required. Wayne County has the right to reject any and all bids.

Thomas Jeffery, Commissioner Published in The Wayne and Garfield County Insider on FEBRUARY 16, 23, & March 1, 2012.

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February 23, 2012 AG MARKET NEWS Receipts: 724; Last Week: 1,463. Last Year: 987. Feeder Steers: mixed but mostly 2.003.00 lower, except 750-850 lbs 2.00-3.00 lower. Feeder Heifers: mixed but mostly 2.003.00 lower, except; 650-800 lbs 2.00-3.00 higher; Holstein Steers: to few for comparison; Slaughter Cows: firm on similar kinds; Slaugher Bulls: firm on similar kinds.

Feeder Steers: Medium and Large Frame 2: 200-250 lbs scarce; 250-300 lbs scarce; 300-350 lbs scarce; 350-400 lbs 184.00-196.50; 400-450 lbs 170.00-188.00; 450-500 lbs 180.00-195.50; 500-550 lbs 169.00-185.00; 550-600 lbs 157.00-169.50; 600-650 lbs 161.00-168.00; 650-700 lbs 153.75-165.00; 700-750 lbs 154.50-159.75; 750-800 lbs 148.50-155.75; 800-850 lbs 140.25-149.00; 850-900 lbs 140.50-142.75; 900-950 lbs 121.00-134.50; 950-1000 lbs 117.00-119.50.

Holsteins Steers: Large Frame 3: Bull Calves: scarce; 200-300 lbs scarce; 300-500 lbs scarce; 500-700 lbs scarce; 700-900 lbs 91.50-109.50; 900-1000 lbs 85.50-107.25.

Feeder Heifers: Medium and Large Frame 1-2: scarce; 250-300 lbs scarce; 300350 lbs scarce; 350-400 lbs 155.50-165.00; 400-450 lbs 147.00-160.50; 450-500 lbs 154.00-159.50; 500-550 lbs 138.50-149.50; 550-600 lbs 136.50-150.50; 600-650 lbs 144.75-147.00; 650-700 lbs 142.00-148.75; 700-750 lbs 130.00-146.00; 750-800 lbs 128.00-140.75; 800-850 lbs scarce; 850-900 lbs scarce; 900-950 lbs scarce; 950-1000 lbs 108.00-114.50.

Heiferettes: 69.50-111.50.

Stock Cows: Older Pairs: 775.00-1,325.00/hd; Older Bred Cows: 925.00-1,150.00/ hd.

Slaughter Cows: Boning 80-85% Lean: 71.50-83.25; Breaking 75-80% Lean: 73.00-82.25; Commercial: scarce; Cutter 85-90% Lean: 61.00-71.00.

Slaughter Bulls: Yield Grade 1000-1500 lbs 87.75-90.00; 1500-2205 lbs 88.75-95.00, High Dressing 100.00-102.00; Yield Grade 2 1000-1500 lbs scarce; 1500-2535 lbs 75.0087.75; Feeder Bulls: 945-975 lbs 70.00-71.00.

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SCHOLARSHIP OF EXCELLENCE

Every year Wayne High School has awarded qualified seniors the Scholarship of Excellence Award. This award is made possible through donations from local businesses and alumni. The aide from this scholarship has helped numbers of students in their educational goals and is greatly appreciated.

We’d like you to meet our seniors who may be applying this year. We will spotlight our seniors very soon so you can see who will be the recipients of your donation. Watch for them each week!

If you are able to contribute to this cause donations can be sent to: Wayne High School Scholarship of Excellence P.O. Box 217, Bicknell, Utah 84715

DO YOU HAVE AN ESTATE PLAN?

The simple answer to the above question is yes. Even if you have never signed a will or trust, you have an estate plan. Some of you may be asking, “How?” The answer is the state has a “default estate plan” for those without their own.

In Utah, if you die without an estate plan, the law provides that your entire estate will be distributed to your spouse if he or she is alive unless you have children from a prior marriage. If you do not have a surviving spouse, the estate will be distributed to your children and if a child predeceases you, then to that child’s children. If you have no surviving children or grandchildren (commonly called your “issue”), then your estate will be distributed to other relatives. If you have a surviving spouse and children from a prior marriage, a certain amount is distributed to your surviving spouse and then onehalf of the balance of your estate will be distributed to your surviving spouse and

one-half to your children.

Although the state “default estate plan” attempts to represent what most people would want to do with their estate if they had done their own estate planning, it may not be what you want.

There are many concerns about relying on the state’s “default estate plan.”

If you rely on the state’s “default estate plan,” your desires may not be met when you have children from a prior marriage.

As previously stated, the state’s “default estate plan” provides that one-half of your estate will go to children from a prior marriage and the other one-half to your surviving spouse. Often, it may be desirable to allow the surviving spouse to have a lifetime interest in all or a part of your estate until his or her death and at that time the estate could be distributed to your children. Additionally, if you

marry later in life, you may desire that all your assets be distributed to your children from a prior marriage because your surviving spouse has sufficient assets of his or her own.

Hopefully, you can see that although we may all have an estate plan, it is very beneficial and sometimes crucial that you take the time and effort to develop your own estate plan and not rely on the “default estate plan” established by the state legislature.

Jeffery J. McKenna is a local attorney licensed in three states and serving clients in Utah, Nevada, and Arizona.

He is a partner at the law firm of Barney, McKenna and Olmstead, with offices in St. George and Mesquite. He is a founding member of the Southern Utah Estate Planning Council. If you have questions or topics that you would like addressed in these Wednesday articles please email him at jmckenna@barney-mckenna. com or call 628-1711.

OBITUARIES

Dalven Stratton Sawyer (John)

Dalven Stratton Sawyer (John), age 82, passed away on February 18, 2012 in Cedar City, Utah. He was born on January 18, 1930 in Hurricane, Utah to Arthur and Mary Stratton Sawyer. He grew up in Hatch, Utah and always claimed it as home. After High School he served for awhile in the US Air Force.

Dalven loved anything that had to do with the outdoors which included hunting, fishing, flowers, yard work and watching the birds. He was proud of his work as a heavy equipment operator where he worked on road construction for Operating Engineers for many years.

Dalven is survived by his children; Timothy Sawyer, Becky Caffee, Mark Andrew Sawyer and Arthur Lee Sawyer. His stepchildren; Jim McNama, Alice Baumeister, Pam Smith, Roberta Blake and Annette Hoyle. His brothers, Derrell (Bill) Sawyer, Lyle Sawyer, Van Sawyer and sister Vonee Roundy. Along with numerous grandchildren who loved him very much.

He is preceded in death by his parents, daughter Cheryl Ann Sawyer and sister Bernece Hoyt.

A graveside service will be held on Wednesday, February 22, 2012 at 1:00 pm at the Hatch Cemetery in Hatch, Utah under the direction of Southern Utah Mortuary. Online condolences can be sent to www.sumortuary.com The family of Dalven Sawyer would like to thank Valley View Medical Center, Dixie Regional Hospital, Iron County Home Care, Kolob Regional, Alliance Hospice, Ethan Bunker and Dr. Bruce Hendrix for all the services that they rendered for Dalven.

Burns Black

Our beloved husband, father, and grandfather Burns K Black, age 88, passed away on February 14, 2012, in Provo, Utah.

He was born June 17, 1923, in Greenwich, Utah, to Herman and Jane Brindley Black. He graduated from Piute High School in 1942 and attended the College of Eastern Utah and the University of Utah.

He married his sweetheart, Mona Lundgreen, on January 5, 1944, in the Manti Temple. They enjoyed 68 wonderful years together!

Shortly after their marriage, he was called to serve in the Navy during World War II for 21 months. He was involved in nine major battles in the South Pacific.

Burns was blessed with the opportunity to serve an LDS mission in the Eastern States from November 1947 to March 1950. After returning home, he followed in his father’s footsteps in building a successful cattle ranch and farm in Antimony, Utah.

In 1969, he and two friends created the Rockin’ R Ranch, providing the opportunity for city youth to come and experience the cowboy life he loved so much. Later, with his family, his dreams expanded to the building of a beautiful three-story lodge which opened to guests in 1985.

His desires to build the kingdom were fulfilled through the thousands of people who visited the Ranch from all over the world and felt the sweet spirit of the gospel. It continues to provide a place for all of his posterity to gather and remain close.

Burns was well known for his beautiful tenor voice and was asked to sing in many funerals, weddings, and for other occasions.

He delighted guests at the Rockin’ R by singing and strumming his guitar.

Burns faithfully fulfilled many callings in the Church. He and Mona loved serving together in the St. George Temple for 12 years. The friendships made there brought great joy and comfort into their lives.

Burns is survived by his wife Mona; 8 children: Rod (Carol) Black, Washington; Dianne (Glen) Weeks, Taylorsville; Greg (Cindy) Black, Provo; Connie (Dan) Finlayson, Payson; Shauna (Val) Christensen, Alaska; Camille (Garr) Ovard, Sandy; Creston (Becki) Black, Antimony; and Lance (Michelle) Black, Mapleton; foster son Roger (Heidi) Clauson, Salina; 52 grandchildren; 64 great-grand-

children; sisters Anna Joan (Sam) McAllister and Sanna Jane (Tom) Bird. He was preceded in death by his parents and older brother, Noal Black.

Funeral Services will be held Monday, February 20, 2012, at 11:00 a.m. in the Antimony LDS Ward Chapel. Family and friends may call Sunday evening from 6:00 – 8:00 p.m. at Magleby Mortuary, 50 S 100 W, Richfield and at the Antimony Ward Chapel on Monday from 9:00 – 10:30 a.m. Burial will be in the Antimony Cemetery with military rites by the VFW Piute Post #7561 and Utah Honor Guard. On line guest book www.magleby-

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ESCALANTE NEWS

Marlene Haws Ph: 826-4859 • marleneh@color-country.net Valentine’s Day is over and the young people seemed to be having fun with the holiday! My front door was covered with Valentine hearts, as I’m sure others were, and I really appreciated the young folks who took time out to do that. It really warmed my heart! Thanks to them. I’m guessing that was the same group, from the 1st Ward Young Women, who also had a social for the single ladies in our ward. They served a dessert and entertained them with singing, violin and guitar music and poetry. Their leaders are Cassie Lyman, Renee Singletary, Jarel Anderson and Heidi Shakespear.

The ladies at the Skyhoopi Thrift Store would like to thank everyone who bought Valentines for their sweethearts, children and pets. The hearts were all on display in the store window.

There were many Valentines sold and the windows looked very festive for the special day. They invite everyone to come and visit their store any time.

We should all take a day and do that. Word is that you can find real bargains—for cheap!

One day last week, right around noon, Lynn Griffin was driving past the home of Arnold and Deon Alvey when he saw two big “buck” deer fighting on their front lawn.

He called the Alvey’s on his cell phone and told them they should come out and check to see what was going on. By the time they got out there the fight was over and the two deer went around the house and out into their pasture.

They followed them and to their amazement there was a whole big herd of deer.

Some lying down and others just browsing around.

Cars were lined up against the fence with people looking on. Sounds like someone needed to take tickets!

That was better than the cougar they had a year or two ago. It walked right past their front door in the day time!

Julie Ford and DeLoy Christensen went to Richfield last week to help DeLoy’s mom, Thelma Johnson, celebrate her 92nd birthday. Most of her children were there: Jay Christensen, Salt Lake City; Steve Christensen, Hurricane; Sherree Nebeker, Annabella; and Nancy Chang, Salt Lake City. One son,

LaMar Cristensen, lives in Florida and wasn’t able to come for the party. Thelma still lives by herself in an assisted living facility and is doing well for her age.

“Happy Birthday!” Thelma.

Lane and Geraldine Liston met Danny and Sherri Meisenbach in St. George last week. One of their yearly get-togethers. They attend the Pigeon Races!

After that Geraldine went to Salt Lake and Provo with Jenifer McLemore so she could babysit while Jenifer performed her coaching duties with the volley ball team she is helping with in Hurricane. The Listons have also been checking on their granddaughter, Emilee Clark, in Cannonville, who has just had her tonsils removed. Ouch, I can relate to that! I had mine out when I was about her age and it was no fun!

Shane Meisenbach spent a week here before returning home to Orange, California. He took his sister Katie back with him.

“Happy Anniversary” to Quinn and Doneen Griffin who celebrated their 38th wedding anniversary on Feb. 15th.

The new house of Robert and Louise Liston is nearing completion. They were selecting paint and carpeting last week.

Danielle Ganz has found a new doctor in St. George and will be getting new treatments for the terrific migraine headaches she has been having. We wish her the best and hope she can find some relief for her ailment. She is very appreciative of the care she has been getting from Garfield Memorial Hospital also.

It has been “Family Day” at Turnabout this week. We noticed quite a few of them at Subway when we went in for our “treat” on Friday.

Congratulations to Lindsey Phillips who made the all-region girls basketball team in Cedar City. Congratulations also to Emily Singletary who has had a great year even though this is the first year she had ever played. She is a senior and

will be missed by her team next year. Congratulations to the girl’s coaches, Ryan Cottam and Dirk Durfey.

They have done a great job in spite of the fact that they have only had six or seven girls on the team all year!

Hopefully more girls will take an interest in it next year.

Good luck to our boys basketball team at region.

Though our numbers have been few you have kept us on the map! Congratulations to Gus Torgersen who took third place in region wrestling and will now go to state! We are proud of the others on the wrestling team also. Track will begin soon and we look forward to supporting our young people in their efforts there.

It doesn’t go unnoticed how much time our coaches put in with our young people.

Greg Allen, Brent Cottam and Jerry Taylor with our boy’s basketball team.

Greg Christensen and Paul Dodge with our wrestling team, and if I’ve missed anyone it’s because I don’t spend much time at the high school any more so I don’t know everything that goes on, but I will make a bet that ALL of our coaches not only spend a lot of time with our boys but also a lot of their own money to see that our boys get to participate!

CLASSIFIEDS

Garfield: 676-2621 • Wayne: 836-2622

HELP WANTED

PANGUITCH CITY JOB OPENING Panguitch City is hiring a full time position as Panguitch City Librarian / Assistant City Clerk / Marketing secretary.

This is a full time position (8 hours per day) with full city benefits including vacation, sick leave, insurance, and state retirement. Starting wage will be $12.00/hour. Hours will generally be from 9:00 a.m. to 12:00 noon and from 1 :00 - 6:00 p.m. Monday through Friday, but could vary depending on the needs of the City.

A more detailed job description is available at the Panguitch City Office. Applicant must be willing to become certified through the Utah Slate Library. Applicant will work for the City in the morning and run the library in the afternoon. Applicant will work under the general direction of the City Manager and City Council.

Strong communication skills and ability to deal well with the public are necessary.

Strong computer skills will be required and a general knowledge of social media will be helpful.

Applicant will spend a significant amount of time helping to market the Panguitch BARNETT area through social media and ORTHODONTICS other assignments as directed by the City. Accounting skills are also a plus, as the applicant www.bracesbybarnett.com will work closely with city acToll Free : counting software.

Applicants should turn in 1-888 BRACE ME a detailed resume and Work Force Service job application to Panguitch City Office, 25 South 200 East, PO Box 75, Panguitch, Utah 84759 by 5:00 p,m. Fcbruary 24,2012.

It is projected that the job will start as soon as possible. Applicants must be a Panguitch City resident or be willing to locate to Panguitch City immediately upon being hired.

Applications are available at the Panguitch City Office and Work Force Service Office, Panguitch is an equal opportunity employer, and PanThe girls’ basketball team lost guitch City reserves the right to valley in region in double overto accept or reject any or all applications. Panguitch City time, but played a tough game. has a drug policy in place and They had a great season, and are potential and Current employexcited for next year’s prospects. ees may be subject to testing Lindsey Phillips made the all-region team. They will for drug use.

Questions about the job be losing one senior, Emily Singletary, who had a great year even though she has never played before. The boys’ should be directed to Allen basketball team just lost Henrie or Donna Osborn at Panguitch City Office or by a tough game to diamond calling 435-676-8585.

EHS ATHLETICS

ranch on Thursday night, and they are now preparing for region next Thursday, Friday, and Saturday. Gus Torgersen took 3rd in region wrestling, and now is going on to wrestle at state at UVU this Friday and Saturday. Good job to all the wrestling boys for a great season! Track practice is starting on March 1st, and we are looking forward to an exciting season.

RENTALS APARTMENTS Two apartments for rent in Lyman. $325.00 per month, plus utilities. No smoking.

No pets. Cleaning deposit required. Call 836-2344 evenings HOUSE FOR RENT 4 Bedrooms, 2 Car Garage, Wood Burning Stove, No Smoking, Outside Pets Only In Loa. $400/month Call Sharon at 435-691-1991.

GIRLS VOLLEYBALL COACH Wayne High school is seeking to fill the position of Volleyball Coach for the 2012-2013 school year.

This position will require adequate knowledge of volleyball rules, skills, schedules and safety procedures to properly prepare girls for high school league participation.

Applicants must have a current coaching, CPR and First Aid certificate.

Must also posses the ability to work and interact well with student athletes, demonstrate professional and ethical character, and have excellent communication skills.

Applicants must commit to the appropriate amount of time and effort to facilitate effective practices and scheduled games.

He/she must be able to work cooperatively with high school faculty , staff and administration.

Applicants must exhibit a willingness to promote and encourage healthy, safe and sportsmanlike conduct.

This position will start this summer 2012 , with planning and participating in summer camps and training. .

Applications will be accepted until the position is filled.

Wayne School District is an equal opportunity employer providing programs and services to all persons on a non-discriminatory basis.

Wayne School District reserves the right to accept or reject any or all applications; Letters of applications and resumes must be sent or brought to Mr. Elmer at Wayne High School office.

Wayne High School PO Box 217, Bicknell Utah 84715

DRIVERS WANTED

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Successful applicants must have a clean driving record, Doubles & Triples, HAZMAT, Tankers and 2 years driving experience. Background checks are required. Interested applicants should visit our website at www.damcraetransportationinc.com and call (435) 201-2377 from 9:00 am to 4:00 pm for more information.

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Valid CDL with Doubles endorsement required.To apply, go to www.barneytrucking.com or call 435-529-4422.

Churches

LDS, 1ST WARD 500 So 100 West 676-22543 Brady Eyre Sunday service 11:00 AM Sunday School 12:10 AM Priesthood/ Relief Society 1:00 PM Youth-Tuesday 7:00 PM LDS, 2ND WARD 190 No 400 East 616-2240 Danny Yardley Sunday service 10:00 AM Sunday School 11:10 AM Priesthood/Relief Society 12:00 PM Youth-Tuesday 7:00 PM LDS, 3RD WARD 500 So 100 West 676-2517 Troy Henrie Sunday service 9:00 AM Sunday School 10:10 AM Priesthood/Relief Society 11:00 PM Youth-Tuesday 7:00 PM VALLEY CHRISTIAN FELLOWSHIP, BAPTIST 585 E 50 North • 676-2157 Sunday service • 11:00 AM ST GERTRUDE ROMAN CATHOLIC CHURCH So Main St (this is a mission church) 676-8404 Art, general information 586-8298 Christ the King Church Sunday mass 1:30 PM

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LETTERS TO THE EDITOR PUBLIC LANDS NEED SENSIBLE MANAGEMENT

“FRIENDS OF THE MAMMOTH CREEK FISH HATCHERY” ... James Snodgrass

According to Trout Unlimited and a national petition fighting the closure of 9 fish hatcheries across the U.S. “The federal government is planning to eliminate funding to nine Federal fish hatcheries in GA, TN, KY, UT, MO, ND, and AR, which will result in their closure. The closure of these hatcheries will have a lasting impact on local, State, and federal economies. These facilities also provide enormous ecological and social contributions to local and state communi-

ties. Nearly 7 million fish are stocked in waters across the country from only six of these hatcheries.

The economic impact is tremendous - over 3,000 jobs created and a total economic output of nearly 300 million dollars is generated by privately owned businesses selling food, lodging and supplies to trout fishermen.

For every dollar spent on these fishery programs a return of $67 dollars is generated in the private sector, and for each tax dollar spent producing trout, $2.34 is

returned to Washington in federal tax dollars generated from private business...”

We are encouraging our local citizens to do three things: 1. Sign the online petition to show support of keeping the Mammoth Creek Fish Hatchery open 2. Write government officials to protest any closure 3. Encourage 10 friends to take action by signing the online petition and give them information (also on the petition site) about how to reach their government officials.

By Norman McKee - Panguitch Currently, two bills to learn more about Utah’s are being discussed in the rural lifestyle see our beauUS Congress that would tiful and already valuable change ownership of some outdoor country. public lands. Both bills are Another major concern short-sighted and are with- in Utah, and possibility out a vision for sensible fu- other Western States, is the ture land management. unmanageable scattered Senate bill 825 intro- sections of land adminduced by Utah’s Mike Lee, istered by the Utah State and House bill 1126 by Institutional Trust Lands Utah Representative Jason Administration (SITLA).

Chaffetz, propose to sell ex- These isolated sections are cess Bureau of Land Man- often located completely agement (BLM) properties within large tracts of fedin several Western States, erally administered lands. about 3.3 million acres in Parcels of trust lands have all. In Utah, the BLM field been sold each year to meet offices identified about the mandate of the State 133,000 acres of hard to Land Board. As they are manage parcels while up- privatized, expensive addating their Resource Man- ministrative problems often agement Plans, much of occur, that are obviously them in Southern Utah. passed on to you and me as The premise of the leg- taxpayers. Southern Utah islation is that the sales of counties have many examthese lands would help to ples of how the trust lands pay off part of the 16 trillion could have been handled dollar national debt. It is es- much better. As a retired timated that the sales would wildlife biologist, I have generate approximately $1 witnessed problems all over billion, with $16 million of the state, but especially here that from Utah sales. Do the in Southern Utah. math! This is to pay off the A private parcel occurring national debt? What a joke! within public lands causes a Our Utah congressman complete change in wildfire and senators have received management and suppressuggestions that there is a sion plans. Oftentimes, acbetter way. Most of these cess to other public lands “excess” lands are in or is compromised. Wildlife adjacent to other private management becomes more lands. It is evident that complicated and expensive as the human population as, for example, preventagrows, it may occasionally tive measures must be taken be necessary to privatize to prevent depredation on limited federal acres near private inholdings. Livecities, towns, and agricul- stock grazers are usually tural areas. However, not affected as allotments are in the manner as written canceled. If a family with in these bills. When ques- children decide to live in a tioned about his bill in a distant rural setting, the lotelevised interview, Sen. cal school district is saddled Lee indicated that most of with new transportation our federal lands “are just costs. setting there, not doing It seems the obvious anmuch, and need to be sold swer is to trade the excess and developed”. It seems BLM acres located in mostthat several of our Utah ly private areas for some of Congressmen agree. Maybe the most critical trust lands, they all need to schedule and possibly some private time out of their city offices lands, located within BLM

lands. It seems a no-brainer, but it is so politically complicated. Even with a win-win solution, trades are extremely difficult to do. So instead of just selling excess acres for a nonsensible quick fix solution, our politicians should show some leadership and put some of their precious time and energy to streamlining the land exchange programs. Of course, special friends and interest groups may not be happy about such a sensible solution.

And after all, most political efforts are usually directed toward re-election time, aren’t they?

Seriously, do you really think you would would have much of a chance to compete for purchase of these lands, even if you were an adjacent rancher?

Corporate entities and land speculators usually end up with most federally sold lands.

Unfortunately, the local, state, or national BLM office has no organized proactive program to make trades happen. I have personally witnessed critical wildlife habitats lost because opportunities were ignored. A prime example is the local sage grouse populations, now being strongly proposed for federal endangered species listing, with all the accompanying headaches. Therefore, it is left to you to write or contact members of Utah’s congressional delegation and the state BLM office to make your concerns known.

We live in one of the most special places on earth. The freedom our public lands offer us is unknown in much of the U.S. and world.

Our public lands need to be managed sensibly. Politicians and land managers, please settle the issue, but save us some taxes in the process!

BILL MAKES POINT:

Legislators still don’t respect the people of Utah Things are normal: another legislative ses­sion, more shenanigans! No sooner do we open the session, and we get House Bill 226, intro­duced by Rep. Kraig Powell, R-Heber City. And what is HB-226, you say? Oh, just another un­derhanded try to bamboozle us.

Yep, if passed, this law would allow any lawmaker in the state of Utah — city, county or state — to close to the public any meeting just because they preferred.

Excuse me? Do we look like we just fell off of the turnip truck? And Rep. Powell says he didn’t introduce it to pass it. He just wanted to make a point. What a bunch of hooey!

They just tried this last session and actually got it passed before the uproar of the public made them repeal it. But they are at it again.

Make no bones about it, they want to meet out of the eye of us, the public, and out of the reach of the media.

I was raised in Chicago, I know of the “smoke-filled rooms” where decisions were made without regard of the public. Don’t let your guard down, folks. Don’t let them pass this one. And keep that guard up because they’ll keep on trying if we let them.

Ken Brown, KANAB