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Garfield County Commission July 26, 2022 GARFIELD COUNTY The July 26 Garfield County Commission meeting, changed from the usual Monday to Tuesday due to the holiday, included only the two-person quorum of Commissioners Leland Pollock and Jerry Taylor.

Commissioner Taylor reviewed action at a National Association of Counties (NACO) board meeting, at which a Garfield Countysponsored resolutions passed by unanimous consent. Commissioner Pollock later summarized the content of those three resolutions, specifically one calling for federal land management to pay for state and local emergency response on federal land, one calling for increased motorized access on federal land for emergency response, and one for better coordination between public land managers and first responders. Taylor said the upcoming Congressional Staff Briefing, hosted in part in Garfield County, will include the NACO president, along with nearly 20 Washington staffers.

Commissioner Pollock said Class B road funding is currently being discussed by legislators, and he’s working on obtaining an increase in Garfield County’s share. Pollock elaborated on the sucGarfield Commission Cont'd on page 8

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BLM Kicks Off Planning for Management of GSENM

Something Old, Something New Barn Quilts Come to Garfield County

Tera Connor

A barn quilt is a piece of wood or steel that is painted with a quilt-like design and hung on a barn or building. Tera Connor, of Panguitch, recently hosted a barn quilt workshop and will display some of these homegrown creations as an exhibit at the 2022 Garfield County Fair.

PANGUITCH - Barn quilt. Two words strung together. To the uninitiated, the mind might go on a tangent or two, trying to figure out what

a barn quilt might be. So what exactly is it?

Thanks to Tera Connor, who tied her energy into this new exhibit category for the

Garfield County Fair, fairgoers who venture into the exhibit building can find out, and see locally-crafted barn quilts up close and in person.

Or venture out on the Garfield County Barn Quilt Trail and discover these homegrown art Barn Quilts

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KANAB - The Bureau of Land Management is seeking public input to inform a new land use plan for Grand Staircase-Escalante National Monument, which will ensure ongoing protection of the Monument’s physical, social, biological, historic, and scientific objects and values.

Ongoing and future efforts to protect the Monument are consistent with President Biden’s Proclamation 10286, which restored the Grand Staircase-Escalante National Monument to its size and boundaries as they existed prior to Dec. 4, 2017, in order to ensure the proper care and management of the Monument's objects of historic and scientific interest.

The Grand StaircaseEscalante landscape is a geologic treasure characterized by bold plateaus, multihued cliffs, and narrow slot canyons. It has a rich human history, spanning from the indigenous people and cultures to Anglo-American explorers and early Latter-day Saint pioneers. In addition, hundreds of scientific studies and projects have been conducted within the monument, including discovering many previously unknown species of dinosaurs. It is home to innumerable individual fossils, GSENM Planning Cont'd on page 3

Kate MacLeod Local Short Film Forty Volunteers Turn Up to Make to Screen at Gem Theater to Perform at 2022 Teasdale Community Park Robbers Roost & Town Clean-up Day a Huge Success on Saturday, August 13 Johns Valley Road.

“I wanted to do a screening [in Panguitch] in the area where it was filmed. And the hope is to do a lot more filming in the same area,” said Lott.

Perhaps best described as a psychological drama, Lott says the plot of the film is “pretty ambiguous.”

“It’s about a cowboy who is in this loop where he keeps dying.

It’s a Western that plays Courtesy Jack Lott with time. The best way Panguitch’s Gem Theater will I can describe it is it’s a host a screening of Code Du- ‘Groundhog Day’ Westello, the debut film of Widtsoe- ern,” said Lott.

There is the protagobased filmmaker Jack Lott on nist (the cowboy) played Saturday, August 13, at 3pm.

by Brent Reynolds and PANGUITCH - Pan- a bad guy (of course—it’s a guitch’s Gem Theater will Western) played by Lott himhost a screening of a new self. And there is a third charlocally-produced short film, acter played by Camille JohnCode Duello, the debut film son. of Widtsoe-based filmmaker Lott says that the idea Jack Lott, on Saturday, Au- came for the movie during gust 13 at 3pm. the initial days of the Covid Code Duello is a 20 minute short, filmed entirely Code Duello around Widtsoe and along Cont'd on page 2

REGIONAL WEATHER FORECAST FOR SOME BUT NOT ALL REGIONS REPRESENTED IN OUR NEWSPAPER COVERAGE AREA

THURS. AUGUST 4 - WED. AUGUST 10

Thunderstorms continue this week, with 30 - 50% chance every day. Highs in the mid-tohigh 70s and low 80s; lows in the 50s. Winds steady from 8 to 9 mph.

Aug. 13

TORREY - Kate MacLeod will be the lead musician in a concert taking place on the outdoor stage at Robbers Roost, 185 West Main Street in Torrey, on Saturday, August 13, at 7:30 p.m. Joining her on stage to share this music with the Torrey audience will be Mandy Danzig, Mary Otterstrom, Mark Hazel, and Bob Smith.

Since Kate MacLeod’s first recording (produced

by Charles Sawtelle of Hot Rize), her songs—spanning folk, Celtic, bluegrass, and roots musical genres—have been recorded by other artists from California to the Czech Republic. Kate is an awardwinning musician specializing in songwriting and various styles of fiddle playing. Originally from the Washington, D.C., area, she has resided in Utah since 1979. She was chosen for the Best of the West Award, 2019, by the Far-West division of the Folk Alliance International.

MacLeod has released some exciting music this year: Kate MacLeod Cont'd on page 4

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Sushiel and Priscilla Keswani on road clean-up during the 2022 Teasdale Community Park and Town Clean-Up Day on May 14, 2022.

TEASDALE - The Teasdale Community Park Committee (Committee) hosted their annual Teasdale Community Park and Town Clean-Up Day on May 14, 2022, and it was a huge success. About 40 volunteers came together at the park on a hot and sunny Saturday morning with the goal of revitalizing the grounds and

I don’t see the desert as barren at all; I see it as full and ripe.

It doesn’t need to be flattered with rain. It certainly needs rain, but it does with what it has, and creates amazing beauty.

—Joy Harjo

cleaning up the town.

A dedicated group of volunteers efficiently combed the roadsides for trash, trimmed trees, removed weeds, raked playground chips, planted and fenced in new trees, maintained sporting equipment, and raked the pump track, as well as shared laughs and caught up with each other after

a long winter.

A dumpster for clippings and spring clean-out debris was filled quickly. As the finishing touches were completed, the volunteers gathered for some shade and lunch, catered by Teasdale

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Code Duello: It’s about a

cowboy who is in this loop where he keeps dying. It’s a Western that plays with time.

The best way I can describe it is it’s a ‘Groundhog Day’ Western.—Jack Lott, Director and writer of Code Duello Code Duello Cont'd from page 1

pandemic. “I was stuck in my apartment in Provo. My roommates and I were in the film industry and we challenged one other to come up with five ideas each. But then we got involved with just working on Code Duello, and we focused on that.” Lott added that a core element of the move focuses on issues revolving around mental health.

Originally from Utah

Valley, Lott and his wife now life full time in Widtsoe. “It’s just beautiful up there, it’s kind of my dream to keep making movies in this area,” said Lott.

Lott says he is currently working in pre-production on a feature film, and is submitting Code Duello to various film festivals.

Director and writer Jack Lott and co-writer Ralph Blair will be present at the screening. Admission is free. Donations are gratefully accepted.

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Town Clean-up: Almost 40

volunteers moved rocks, planted and trimmed trees, and picked up trash in the park and along roadways during the 2022 Teasdale Community Park and Town Clean-up Day on May 14, 2022.

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resident Beth Peisner of The Garden Patch. Beth’s pizza is always a crowd favorite, and she really outdid herself this year with many toppings and friendly service. Steve Lutz gave a presentation and talk about the proposed solar/solstice kiosk being planned for the Teasdale Park for 2023.

The Committee would like to thank everyone— young and old, big and small—who came and helped with rakes, shovels and wheelbarrows and who moved rocks and trash and planted trees, trimmed trees, and combed the roadways for trash. An extra special “thank you” to Keith Eagan for bringing his front loader

and to KaLene Albrecht for bringing her wheeler with trailer. Much appreciation to everyone who donated to the Teasdale Park to help fund maintenance and to those who chose to sponsor a tree, which helped with the purchase of a new lawnmower.

The Sponsor a Tree Program at the Teasdale Park is successfully underway. There are still six more trees available for sponsorship, which gives your family the opportunity to come visit a tree with your family name for years to come. Contact teasdalepark@ gmail.com to reserve one for your family.

The Park is looking great, thanks to all of you.

—Teasdale Community Park Committee

UPCOMING EVENTS...

2022 Fort Desolation Fest

Aug. 12 - 14, 2022 Cougar Ridge Resort Torrey, Utah

2022 Wayne Co. Fair

Aug. 15 - 20, 2022 Stars, Stripes, and Summer Nights

Loa Town Park and Fairgrounds

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Goings on...

Capitol Reef N.P. to Increase Orchard Fruit Pricing in 2022

Courtesy Capitol Reef National Park

In 2022, Capitol Reef National Park will increase their fruit pricing to $2.00 a pound for all U-Pick fruit harvests.

CAPITOL REEF N.P. - Capitol Reef National Park is announcing a fruit pricing increase for 2022. Fruit will now be $2.00 per pound for all U-Pick fruit harvests. Any bushel pricings will be determined based on fruit availability. Otherwise, the U-Pick fruit system will remain the same for all park orchards.

Additionally, early season Ginger Gold apples are expected to be ready for harvest in the coming 2 - 3 weeks; stay tuned for further updates.

—Capitol Reef National Park

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Thank You to All Who Made the Pioneer Day Breakfast at John C Fremont Park a Success

Courtesy Lauralee Williams

The Camp Geyser (Fremont) - Daughters of Utah Pioneers hosted a Pioneer Day breakfast at John C Fremont Park on July 23, 2022.

On behalf of Camp Geyser (Fremont) - Daughters of Utah Pioneers, we want to express heartfelt thanks and want to recognize those who supported and donated to the success of this year’s Annual John C Fremont Park Pioneer Day Breakfast.

For as long as most can remember, this time-honored event has taken place on the Saturday morning closest to Pioneer Day (July 24th). Several individuals have led and directed this fundraising effort, including Elva Jackson, our current Camp Captain. When Elva desired a break five years ago. Steve Taylor, our “oldest Fremont resident” (self-described), recognized the need to continue this event, so he somehow charmed/coerced Bekkah Petree to take-over; to her and her friends and family, we are grateful.

So, at “08:30 am” on Saturday, July 23, under a clearblue sky and with no wind in the air, members of American Legion Post #92, under direction of Legion commander Stanford Baker, raised the flag, with taps and salute, followed

by Tracy Jones singing our beloved “Star-Spangled Banner.”

Breakfast was then served-up to over 170 community members from all over Wayne County and beyond.

We appreciate your support!

We also give a huge thank you to a crew of food-preppers/egg-crackers/scramblers/ cooks/pancake flippers/servers/table setter-uppers, take downers/decorators/trash detailers/greeters and cashiers.

They are, in no particular order: Steve Taylor, Bob Flugrad, Marla Dee, Jeff and Val Oyler, Anna Laura and Gerald Moosman and family, Jessica and Phil Gober, Nathan and

Calla Cox, Dani May, Elva Jackson and family, Steve and Deby Cox, and to any and all we’ve neglected to mention.

There were so many willing and helpful hands!

And who doesn’t love to ride the “Fremont Express” train! A shout out to engineer Dick Williams. We also appreciate Cruzer’ participants: Steve Rasmussen in his shiny red ‘65 Chevy truck and Phil Gober in his ‘66 Pontiac Tempest. So cool!

Thanks to Dani May who headed up our first-ever children’s parade. Escorted by Chief Deputy Robinson from the Wayne County Sheriff’s Office, there were about forty entrants of bikes, scooters, wagons, machines, and walkers, decorated in all colors of crepe-paper, ribbon, and pinwheels, costumes and balloons marched around the park, to the delight of on-lookers and proud parents trying to keep up with photo opportunities.

Thank you all for keeping this community tradition thriving. Camp Geyser (currently seventeen members) owns and is responsible for the John C Fremont Park, the Rock Church and first little public building there. We rely upon donations with the assistance of the County of Wayne, to maintain the grounds and buildings. We want to also thank those who generously supported our “Friends of Fremont” letter campaign. And remember, if you are interest in joining our efforts as we honor our pioneer heritage, let us know.

Until next year, again, heartfelt thanks and happy trails!

Lauralee Williams, Camp Geyser (Fremont) - Daughters of Utah Pioneers

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GSENM Planning: By harnessing input provided by

the public, partners including state and local government, Tribes, and interested groups, we can prioritize protection of the monument’s objects and values through this land use planning process.

—Greg Sheehan, BLM Utah State Director

Courtesy Bureau of Land Management

The Bureau of Land Management is seeking public input to inform a new land use plan for Grand Staircase-Escalante National Monument, which will ensure ongoing protection of the Monument’s physical, social, biological, historic, and scientific objects and values.

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archaeological sites, and rare species, including more than 600 species of bees—some of which likely exist nowhere else on Earth.

“The President’s proclamation for Grand StaircaseEscalante represents a new milestone in the management and protection of some of the most spectacular lands in America. We are committed to conducting a robust and inclusive public 60-day scoping period and encourage the public to get involved in the process,” said BLM Utah State Director Greg Sheehan. “By harnessing input provided by the public, partners including state and local government, Tribes, and interested groups, we can prioritize protection of the monument’s objects and values through this land use planning process.”

The comment period will provide the public with an important opportunity to help guide the monument planning process, and the BLM welcomes public input to identify critical management concerns to help the BLM determine the scope of the environmental analysis, including

issues for analysis and alternatives development. Future public scoping meetings will also provide an opportunity to speak with resource specialists and to submit written comments in person.

The dates and locations of public scoping meetings will be announced at least 15 days in advance through local media, social media, and the BLM website at: https:// www.blm.gov/utah. The BLM welcomes the public to submit comments concerning the scope of the analysis, potential alternatives, identification of relevant information and studies, and nomination of areas of critical environmental concern. To provide the BLM the opportunity to consider issues and areas of critical environmental concern raised by commentors in the Draft Resource Management Plan/Environmental Impact Statement, your input must be received

by Sept. 27, 2022, or 15 days after the last public meeting, whichever is later.

The resource management plan will be developed with maximum public involvement, including the Grand Staircase Escalante National Monument Advisory Committee; Tribal, local and state gov-

ernments; and permittees and other stakeholders.

The BLM recognizes the importance of these lands to Tribes and the importance of including Tribal knowledge in developing this management plan. The BLM continues its commitment to conducting meaningful consultations with Tribes and using that information to inform planning efforts.

Written comments will be accepted using the following methods: • Website: https://eplanning. blm.gov/eplanning-ui/project/2020343/510 • Mail: ATTN: GSENM RMP Project Manager, BLM Paria River District, 669 S Highway 89A, Kanab, UT 84741 Before including an address, phone number, email address, or other personally identifiable information in any comments, be aware that the entire comment—including personal identifying information—may be made publicly available at any time. Requests to withhold personal identifying information from public review can be submitted, but the BLM cannot guarantee that it will be able to do so.

—Bureau of Land Management

Barn Quilts: It’s been really fun; we’ve met a lot of people.

People will get together and say, ‘Have you seen mine? Let’s drive around and see what so-and-so’s looks like.’ Our whole goal is to bring the community together as one.—Tera Connor Barn Quilts

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projects throughout the community.

A barn quilt is basically a piece of wood or steel—often 4x4ft, or larger, or smaller— that is painted with a design, like a quilt, which can be hung on a barn or building. The colorful and blocky graphic qualities of the designs make them easy to see at a distance.

Community quilt guilds and civic groups, school groups, 4-H clubs and business communities are developing community barn quilt projects and even "quilt trails" all over the country.

Connor offered a pre-fair 4-H barn quilt class on July 21st to create a little buzz for the Garfield County Fair exhibit with community-crafted designs. Ten workshop goers (for "kids" 10 years or older) completed their 2x2 ft designs. These and other local projects will be at the fair’s exhibits.

According to Connor, the barn quilt genre of crafting started out with relatively traditional designs, such as the log cabin quilt pattern.

“But now it’s branched out where you can paint anything that’s pretty,” she said.

If you’re not already familiar with barn quilts, it

might be because they are kind of a new thing. Lore has it that the first “official” barn quilt was hung by Donna Sue Groves, who placed one on her barn in Adams County, Ohio, in 2001, in honor of her mother, a quilter. However, the tradition of hanging decorative and symbolic objects on barns and other buildings—sometimes as a means of communicating with travelers—goes back centuries.

Travelers can now tour barn quilt trails throughout Utah. There is a Utah Barn Quilt Trail, and now, the new Garfield County Barn Quilt Trail. Already, there are several dozen barn quilt locations in the county. “We’re adding more every day,” said Connor. The Garfield County Barn Quilt Trail map and artwork descriptions can be found at https://www.gcbarnquilttrails. com/.

Connor says she was introduced to barn quilts during the Panguitch Quilt Walk, where she purchased a 2x2 ft.

“Bow Tie” barn quilt from a vendor from Texas, and placed it on the front porch on her historic Panguitch brick home.

By some measure of luck, Allyson Burton, who founded the Top of Utah Barn Quilt Trail in Logan, happened to be traveling through Panguitch and noticed Connor’s barn quilt, and

approached her about starting up a local quilt trail. She was game.

Connor approached Panguitch City about the project (in part, since it involves hanging things on buildings) and received their approval, as well as a small grant from the Garfield County Tourism Office for supplies and materials. “That was my plea,” said Connor. “That it would bring tourists, and the ladies who are here for the Quilt Walk will be interested in the barn quilt trail and tour the community rather than just coming to the high school and leaving.”

To keep the project moving forward, Allyson Burton maintains the trail map, Shawn Caine created and manages the Garfield County Barn Quilt Trail Web site, and Tera Connor and her daughter, Jaynie, serve as the gals on the ground, painting patterns and coordinating with other barn quilt crafters, and hanging up finished projects.

“Fabulous!” says Connor, about the whole experience.

“It’s been really fun; we’ve met a lot of people. People will get together and say, ‘Have you seen mine? Let’s drive around and see what so-andso’s looks like.’ Our whole goal is to bring the community together as one.”

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News from Wayne County Monsoon Season

by Adus Dorsey

Adus Dorsey

Monsoon season in the Southwest generally kicks off in June and continues through to September. Monsoon season brings with it mesmerizing thunderstorms and the occassional flash flood.

WAYNE COUNTY Generally speaking, monsoon season in Wayne County kicks off in the vicinity of June 15, and we really see it ramp up after all the flags make their appearance for Independence Day. To the sun lovers dismay, it can last as long as through the end of September. In these parts, various extraneous factors can also come into play like hay cutting, washing of the car, hanging out of laundry and outdoor activities, such as birthday parties and wedding rehearsals. In the event that you haven’t "Googled" it lately, the word “monsoon” actually means the seasonal reversal of winds and, depending on the household, a reversal in general attitudes.

The seasonal change occurs in upper-level winds from the polar westerlies to tropical easterlies, and includes a switch from dry west winds high up in the atmosphere to moist winds from the east or southeast. If the truth were to be told, the wet stuff actually starts way to the south, somewhere over southern Mexico, when heavy rainfall begins in May and June. In a northerly fashion, copious amounts of rain quickly spreads along the western slopes of the Sierra Madre Occidental Mountain range and moseys north at a rather leisurely pace. Typically, the monsoon season ramps up in the Southwestern United States in early July and can continue its grip until mid to late September, after the kids settle back into their daily school routine.

In Wayne County’s case, a couple of key players pop up when the winds change direction, which boils down to be what is locally referred to as the “Four Corners High,” as well as southernly sources of tropical moisture. If anyone was to ask, we have two different sources of tropical

moisture, the Gulf of Mexico and the Gulf of California.

The "Four Corners High" sets up near southeastern Utah and has a clockwise flow, which helps draw moist, humid air into Utah. When it gets hot and you happen to glance south toward Escalant and Doug Hall's shop in Boulder, it is easy to see thunderstorm development, which means unstable air is rising and, in weather person lingo, plenty of mid and low-level moisture is present during monsoon season.

And, as you well know, thunderstorms frequently-trigger localized severe storms, and as our good friends and Ernie in Hanksville well know, flash flooding can and will occur at a moment’s notice Monsoon thunderstorms can also be high-based or dry, meaning the flash bang of lightning, with little or no rain to follow. As we all know, lightning can be a big problem during fire season due to drought conditions, hot temperatures, and, at times, gusty winds, so like the careless and oftentimes intoxicated camper, lightning can easily spark a wildfire.

If you happened to be in Royal's Foodtown on Wednesday, July 27th, you were held captive by the monsoon, which kept you searching your mind for everything that was on your grocery list that you left still stuck to your refrigerator door under a magnet that your grandkids gave you, and all the while, your gallon of Blue Bunny ice cream slowly melted.

For the most part, and if you have lived here for any length of time, rain in the desert is mesmerizing and a time to take a little pause and be thankful that you were one to remember to roll up the windows in your outfit every afternoon from June until September.

Speaking of yearly occurrences, if you haven’t noticed all the advertisements on all the surfaces large enough to put a poster, it is almost Wayne County Fair season. The Wayne County Fair Board has so many activities planned that to enjoy them all you may have to take some of those cherished vacation days or miss a session or two of pickleball.

The Fair theme for 2022 is "Stars, Stripes & Summer Nights," and the dates are August 15th - 20th; more information about the fair and all things Wayne County can be found on the Wayne County webpage @https://www. waynecountyutah.org. You can also just ring up Wayne County Commissioner Roger Brian or catch him at Brian Farm, and he would be more than happy to find you a job twisting up cotton candy or roasting hot dogs, and he may even find the time to give you a full rundown of fair events that you can participate in.

With the smell of August in the July air, campers with horse trailers are headin’ for the hills, and soon the evening breeze on Thousand Lake Mountain will be filled with the smell of mutton and tators cooking over the coals; tofu is not allowed in cowboy camp. August is when the race is on to finish gathering up all the winter firewood that you are going to need before autumn begins to set in.

And just as soon as camp is broken down, there will be the dreaded discussions around the dinner table of having to pile into the pickup and go to the mall or the tractor supply store to shop for school clothes. For some kids, it is as dreaded a chore as having to get out of bed at “O” dark thirty to change pipes or slop the hogs (They still do that don’t they?).

Kate MacLeod:

Her latest album "Uranium Maiden" strikes home with distinction, pleasure, and dramatic belief, with the musicology of a patient and inspiring performer.—says Liverpool Sound and Vision regarding Uranium Maiden by Kate MacLeod

Courtesy Entrada Institute

Kate MacLeod will be the lead musician in a concert taking place on the outdoor stage at Robbers Roost, 185 West Main Street in Torrey, on Saturday August 13 at 7:30 p.m.

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a collection of her songs and instrumentals inspired by the Utah region. A double CD set titled Uranium Maiden features dozens of musicians from the region. Some of the music on this recording was a result of two artist-in-residencies through the Entrada Institute, a nonprofit located in

Torrey, Utah.

Here are some things being said about Uranium Maiden: "...such deep chops...you can use this as a yard stick to define the difference between a musician and a celebrity."

Midwest Record—USA "Her latest album Uranium Maiden strikes home with distinction, pleasure, and dramatic belief, with the musicol-

ogy of a patient and inspiring performer." Liverpool Sound and Vision—UK Tickets for the concert are $10. Kids are free. To order tickets, go to www.entradainstitute.org, click on “Attend an Event,” and complete the brief form. More information about MacLeod can be found at www.katemacleod. com.

— Entrada Institute

August 4, 2022

Wills, Trusts, and More

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Estate Planning in Uncertain Times

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by Jeffery J. McKenna

Getting your affairs in order creates a sense of peace.

This can be especially true given the current uncertainties.

Here are three planning tools that bring greater peace of mind.

First, have a current and state specific health care power of attorney. This document allows someone else to care for you if you become sick and incapacitated. When properly drafted and completed, you can state primary and contingent caretakers. Additionally, you can state your desires with regard to your care.

Second, you should have a durable financial power of attorney. Similar to a health care power of attorney, this document appoints someone to handle your financial affairs if you were incapacitated. This document gives your agent authority to pay your bills, file your taxes or handle other financial aspects of your life. Without a durable financial power of attorney, your family and friends will be required to go through a judicial guardianship and conserva-

torship process.

Third, for over twentyfive years, I have experienced first hand the peace of mind that comes to clients when they properly prepare and properly sign their will and trust. Please note an emphasis on “properly” prepared and “properly” executed will and trust.

Throughout my career, I have dealt with hundreds of homemade wills and trusts.

Although homemade apple pie is often better than a pie from a bakery, that is rarely the case with a do it yourself will or trust. I am certain of this regardless of what the promoters may say on the internet.

The price paid for proper planning from an estate planning attorney and the peace of mind that comes with it, is almost always a better bargain than the self-prepared package frequently promoted.

I hope this helps you understand the basic and essential components of a proper estate plan.

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My brother-in-law came home to an empty house one day and decided he would start dinner.

First, he would make the salad. He searched high and low for the big bowl for making the salad and finally found it in the refrigerator, half full of Kool Aid. "Who on earth put Kool Aid in a bowl?" He looked around and found some empty pop bottles, rinsed them out and, using a funnel, transferred the Kool Aid to the pop bottles and returned them to the fridge. He then made the salad and started the rest of the dinner.

Later, my sister came home. She had been to the store and was putting some things in the fridge, when suddenly she asked her husband, "Who on earth put my Jello in pop bottles?"

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Today's Thought

If you're going to try cross-country skiing, start with a small country.

PUNishment

The world tongue-twister champion just got arrested. I hear they’re gonna give him a really tough sentence.

Morning Commute

Every morning, I do a mad dash to drop off my son Tyler at day care so I can get to work on time. My impatience hit home one morning when he piped up from the back of the car, "Our car is really fast and everyone else's is slow because they're all idiots, right, Mom?"

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

Weekend Plans

One Wednesday eve, I invited my son, Alex, for the weekend and suggested he ask his friend Steve to join us.

This email exchange between the boys soon followed: "My mom wants to know if we're still on for Friday night. She's looking forward to our visit.

Signed, Alex."

"Sounds good. I'll stop eating now. Signed, Steve."

This week's answers on page 11

THEME: American History 101 ACROSS 1. Frill on a blouse 6. Consumed 9. Toothy freshwater fish 13. *Site of famous Texas Revolution battle 14. "Losing My Religion" band 15. Opposite of crazier 16. Marine polyp 17. "____ Te Ching", book 18. Gastric woe 19. *First Catholic President 21. *Underground Railroad conductor 23. Knot-tying vow (2 words) 24. Cold transmitter 25. Definite article 28. Popular fairy tale beginning 30. Woody tissue 35. X-ray units 37. Women in habits 39. It follows eta 40. Quantity of measurement 41. Crosswise, on deck 43. Old flames 44. Carryalls 46. Pavarotti's song 47. European money 48. Hairy, of plants and animals 50. Charitable contribution 52. Wrath, e.g.

53. American Girl, e.g.

55. Life story, for short 57. *Louisiana Territory's previous owner 60. *Infamous 1995 Oklahoma City event 64. Olympic torch, e.g.

65. Toni Morrison's "____ Baby" 67. The press 68. Fake duck, e.g.

69. "Home of the brave" 70. Choose by a vote 71. Stink to high heaven 72. Third degree

73. Hazards DOWN 1. "Boxed" clown 2. Burn-soothing plant 3. Owl's hangout 4. Saudi neighbor 5. Canadian city on Lake Erie 6. Bohemian 7. *1773 cargo overboard 8. Bring character to life 9. Rodeo Drive tree 10. Machu Picchu builder 11. Hiking sandals manufacturer 12. Make a mistake 15. Hand over 20. Ritchie Valens' 1958 hit 22. Modern address 24. *Grant, Patton or Sheridan 25. *"Ain't I a Woman?" speaker 26. Capital of Vietnam 27. Marks on a manuscript 29. *Bay of Pigs loca-

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31. Clarified butter 32. Connection in a series 33. Wombs 34. *Dixon's partner 36. Dance move 38. Go yachting 42. Lou Bega's "_____ No. 5" 45. Actor Poitier 49. Brown of "Back to the Future" 51. Cook on low heat 54. Reduce pressure (2 words) 56. Obelus, pl.

57. What refugees do 58. Speed test 59. Crazily 60. Actor Pitt 61. "____ of March" 62. One of Jonas brothers 63. Gangster's pistols 64. *The New Deal Pres.

66. Campfire residue

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O bituaries Jacob Harris Froerer

CEDAR CITY - Our beautiful boy, Jacob Harris Froerer, age 25, passed away in the early morning hours of Sunday, July 17, 2022, in St. George, Utah. He was born to David Eugene Froerer and Lacey Brooke (nee Froerer) Jensen on April 21, 1997 in Salt Lake City, Utah. Jake was raised in Cedar City and lived out his life in Utah and California.

On the day Jake was born, his heart stopped beating. Once resuscitated, he spent several days in the hospital under the watchful care of fine doctors and nurses. He was able to go home though he was on a heart monitor for nearly 4 months. The life Jake lived absolutely defied his precarious beginning. With big, bright eyes and a very expressive face, he was on the go from the moment he could roll over. He was extremely impatient and impulsive as an infant and toddler. If his mother did not get to his crib before the fifth cry of “Mom,” Jake would begin stripping the sheets, throwing them and any blankets out of the crib. He was always so talkative and busy acting out his imagination to the point that if it became too quiet, it was cause for concern! By age four, Jake tried to Tarzan off a set off windchimes…resulting in a swift drop to the ground, and the air getting knocked out of him—impulsive indeed!

To say he was a handful would be a definite understatement. His aunt Falicity, who spent a great deal of time caring for him during those early years, adored him even so, and was very adept at wrangling this human cyclone. Lucky for his parents, Jake had several grandparents, aunts, uncles, and cousins who were willing to engage with this boy and love him unconditionally. His cleverness and intelligence were on display throughout his childhood; he had a quick wit and a great sense of humor that was often riddled with cheeky sarcasm. . . a genetic trait to be sure.

Physically, he had endless, endless amounts of energy coupled with pure athleticism that he poured into baseball and soccer. To watch him on the soccer field was to watch artistry and beauty in action. When not running at full speed, Jake was climbing something—trees, poles, and cliffs to name a few.

He took great pleasure in climbing to the top of high mountain ridges; it is easy to remember his signature wave from the skyline and sun behind him.

Those who knew him best knew he possessed many natural gifts and talents, especially his love and gift of music. A self-taught guitar player, Jake seemed most at peace when he was singing and playing his beloved instrument. We loved the timbre of his voice, and took great pleasure in watching him become a talented musician. His brothers knew that he truly cared about them; he would always be their brother in every circumstance. In turn, they saw him and loved him for who he was—tenacious, uncompromising, loyal, adventurous, and resilient. His grandpa Perkins surely saw himself in Jake as both were stubborn and unfiltered.

As an adult, Jake never lost that strong will and spirit he possessed at birth; it seemed his spirit was simply too big for his body. He lived a nomadic life…he went wherever his feet would take him, often with a guitar in tow. We will miss Jacob terribly, but we take comfort knowing that when his heart stopped beating, he was surely welcomed at the veil by his grandpa Perkins, who likely put him straight to work. We know that Heavenly Father assured him his struggle was over; he could be at peace; likewise, we know that he has met our Savior, Jesus Christ, his beloved brother, through whom all that is broken can be healed.

He is survived by the following: his brothers Alex Froerer, Matthew Froerer, Samuel Jensen, and Benjamin Jensen; included are Ryan Gute, Gregory Gute, and Christopher Gute: His parents Brian and Lacey Jensen and David Froerer: His grandparents Marsha Perkins, George (Gene) and Marliyn Froerer, and Bob and Becky Jensen. He is also survived by a generous host of loving aunts, uncles, and cousins.

He is preceded in death by his grandpa Daniel Harris Perkins, aunts Diane Perkins and Pamela Hernandez, and cousin Tanner Harris Kelsey.

Funeral services were held Saturday, July 23rd, 2022, at 11:00 AM in the chapel of Southern Utah Mortuary (190 N. 300 W., Cedar City, UT, 84720). The viewing was held prior to the funeral from 9:30 - 10:30 AM also at Southern Utah Mortuary.

Interment was in the Cedar City Cemetery, under the direction of Southern Utah Mortuary. Online condolences can be sent at www.mortuary.org

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by Mack Oetting ~ mackoetting @gmail.com Next year, we should celebrate July 26; it was the first good rain storm that we have had all year long, followed by another one the next day. Boy, does the nitrogen from the rain green up the grass, but it also gives the weeds a boost. The weather people feel that the monsoons will start this week sometime, but it won’t be any too soon. We have already had 400 wildfires in Utah this year, and many of our reservoirs are on the really low side, with Piute only .032% full. If you watch the weather, it shows little spots where it is raining, and if you are lucky enough to be under one of these clouds, you will get wet.

I was at a friend’s house last week when it started to rain, so I went home, eight blocks away, and there wasn’t even a drop at our place.

The Garfield County Fair has started, and if you get this paper early enough, you will find that there will be a free luncheon for seniors at the fairgrounds today, along with a live band for your entertainment. Also, there will be bingo for the seniors starting at 1:00, and it should be a fun time.

Ruby’s will have a Fair night at the rodeo arena at 7pm.

Friday starts off with the ping pong drop at the fairgrounds at 9am. This will be followed by a number of livestock exhibits. The Cherokee Trail Band will entertain at 12:30, and bingo will start at 2pm. At 4pm, is the baby contest, one of the favorites, and at 5pm, it will be horse fun day and Jr. rodeo. At 8:30pm, about dark, there will be an outdoor movie at the baseball field.

At 9am, there will be a horseshoe tournament at our new outdoor arena. Also

starting at 9am, there will be a Jr. livestock buyers breakfast, and at 10am, the livestock auction begins. Bingo for all is at 11am, 12pm is the rocket blast-off, and at 1pm, there will be the fish grab. At 2pm, the talent show starts, and, boy, do we have a lot of talent in Garfield County. At 6pm, there will be the commissioner’s dinner, and at 7pm, mentalist Daniel Schaffer will entertain. To finish off the Fair, there will be a Summer Bash Dance at 9pm. There will be a lot of fun things for everyone.

I got this from my daughter, Kelly, who works for the University of Utah. The U will give free tuition to those of Indian descent. If you qualify, you might want to check it out.

Gas is still falling, with the national average at $4.23, and the inflation should see a difference next month. In the last year and a half, the oil companies have drilled more than 245 new wells, more than double those brought in in the last four years. We are now producing 14 million barrels of oil a day, and they are starting to export oil again. This doesn’t make sense to me, but it probably keeps the prices up. Utah is one of the highest priced gas in the nation. It probably would be worse if they counted in the cost for 87 octane; you have to put it in your car.

With some good things, there is always a down side; new jobs are again at more than 390,000. However, they have to get people to work these jobs, so you have to pay more to take them. This also adds to the inflation.

When President Reagan inherited a runaway inflation from President Carter (15 to

O bituaries Joy Allred 1937 - 2022

FREMONT / LAS VEGAS, NV - Our beloved mother, grandmother, great-grandmother, sister and aunt, Joy Kay Penman Allred, age 85, passed away July 18, 2022 at her home in Las Vegas, surrounded by her loving family.

Joy was born June 4, 1937 in Salt Lake City, Utah, a daughter of John Albert and Ardella Brunson Penman. She married the love of her life, Albert Lynn Allred June 26, 1953 in Salt Lake City. He preceded her in death on May 19, 2011.

Joy enjoyed sewing, reading a good book and she loved to crochet. She enjoyed working in her garden.

She is survived by her children: Harvey John and Debbie Allred of Laramie, Wyoming; Kathy McLaughlin of Loa, Utah; Diane and William Richard Burkett Jr of Las Vegas, Nevada; 7 grandchildren; 11 great-grandchildren; sister: Carrole and Richard Mickel of Valencia, California.

She is preceded in death by her parents; her husband; a sonin-law: Dennis McLaughlin; a sister, Lorraine Pehrson; a niece, Penny Pehrson; sister-in-law: Lavern Allred John and a brotherin-law: Jack Smith.

Funeral services were held Saturday, July 30, 2022 at 1:00 P.M. in the Springer Turner Funeral Home Chapel, 260 North 400 West in Richfield, Utah, where friends called for viewing one hour prior to the services.

Burial was Saturday afternoon at 3:00 P.M. in the Fremont Utah Cemetery under the care of the Springer Turner Funeral Home of Richfield and Salina, Utah.

On line guest book at: www.springerturner.com

20%), he had the Feds raise the interest rates to 20%, and that killed the inflation very quickly. Yes, it hurt many of the industries in the meantime. This time, when the Feds increased the interest rate by ¾%, it had no effect on the stock market like it did the previous two times.

To me, the climate change is a whole lot more serious than anything we have encountered. In our own backyard, SLC had 18 days of 100-degree weather in July, breaking the record of 15 from last year. They have also tied the record with 21 100-degree days set last year, and August just started. This is a worldwide problem, with record temperatures in Europe, and even China is having problems with the heat.

Back in 1986, Pat and I visited Pat’s dad, Larry, for Christmas. I had to work on Christmas Day, so we got up at 7:00 am to go home, and the temperature was -26 degrees.

Needless to say, my new truck wouldn’t start; it had fuel injection in it, and everything we tried didn’t work, including towing it. Finally, Larry said to give Paul K. a call.

This was Christmas Eve, and he said to bring it to his shop, and he fixed it. Unlike the old carburetors, you don’t hold the pedal down to unflood it.

He dried out the spark plugs, and it started right up. He said “Merry Christmas,” and there wasn’t any charge. In the early 90s, when we moved back here, the temperatures never got above freezing for four months in the winter, and we burned a cord of wood a month to keep warm. In that short time, the world has really warmed up.

This week, the Senate is going to vote on President Biden’s energy bill. Senator Manchin has changed his mind when they dropped the tax increase on the wealthy and corporations and threw the fossil industry a bone.

This is Biden’s ambitious goal of having U.S. emissions cut by 2030. This bill also gives Medicare the power to negotiate certain drug prices and cap out-of-pocket drug costs for

Medicare recipients at $2,000 a year. 300 billion will go for clean energy. The GOP and our two senators, who get much money from big oil and the drug companies, will vote against the future of this country and the health of all.

Without newspapers in rural areas, only 25% of the people know about the infrastructure bill that President Biden signed earlier in the year.

Another bill that is up for vote is the Veterans Pact Act. This bill provides health care to those veterans that were exposed to burn pits and toxic hazards, both in Iraq and Afghanistan. This bill cleared the House with a vote of 342 to 88, and it was to the Senate, who had passed the bill once before by a vote of 84 to 16. This time, the GOP shot it down 55 to 42, ticking off a lot of vets. These soldiers who risked their lives deserve this bill. As a firefighter, I saw the dangers in toxic smoke. When I retired, this smoke was linked to 35 different cancers, and now, it leads to 235 cases and is considered presumptive. These warriors didn’t have masks or air packs to protect them, which is so sad.

On the local front, school is starting any day now, but the sports programs are going full force. I don’t have a schedule, but there is baseball down at the field, and volleyball will have its first game next Thursday against Milford, so come on out and get involved with the teams.

There are good people everywhere; we were unloading cases of stuff for the concession stand, when some people were walking by, and Pat asked them if they would give me a hand with the boxes. They jumped in, and we were unloaded in nothing flat. The people were visiting our area from New Jersey and were out to see our area.

Many thanks to them; it is surprising how much things are weighing these days.

When I wake up in the morning and nothing hurts, I am probably dead.

Mack O.

Cedar City Hospital Health Fair and Flu Shoot Out is Back Inside Hospital Concourse Sept. 24 CEDAR CITY - Barring any major unforeseen circumstances, Cedar City Hospital, partnering with the Southwest Utah Public Health Department, is planning for a fantastic, in-person Health Fair and Flu Shoot Out inside the concourse of the hospital on September 24, 2022, from 9 a.m. to 12 p.m., as in past years, with dozens of booths to provide health screenings, information, support, activities, swag bag, and more. (The backup plan should COVID numbers rise and necessitate limiting general public entry inside the hospital, is holding the event outside on the hospital grounds, while still on the same day and at the same time.)

For the flu shoot out, here’s important information: • The flu vaccine is available for ages 6 months and older.

• High Dose vaccine is available for 65 years and older.

• Please wear a short sleeve

shirt to receive the flu shot.

• You can save time by completing a flu intake form at swuhealth.org • Must bring a photo ID, and bring insurance card if you have insurance.

• No charge with proof of the following insurance: Aetna, Cigna, DMBA, Educators Mutual, Healthy Premier, Medicare, PEHP, SelectHealth, Tall Tree, Administrators, United Health and Motiv Health.

• Cash price will be $65.00 for High Dose and FluBlok, and $25.00 for quadrivalent vaccine.

Of course, since it’s back inside the hospital, masking and hand sanitation will be required for anyone at the booths and for any attendees, and those who are ill or have COVID symptoms, who are not seeking care for themselves at the hospital, should stay home.

—Cedar City Hospital

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August 8 - August 14

by John Mosley The Sky Report is presented as a public service by the Stellar Vista Observatory, a nonprofit organization based in Kanab, Utah, which provides opportunities for people to observe, appreciate, and comprehend our starry night sky. Additional information is at www.stellarvistaobservatory.org. Send questions and comments to John@StargazingAdventures.org.

Six hours worth of meteors captured in 2004.

The good news is that the best meteor shower of the year happens this week. The bad news is that bright moonlight will ruin it.

Every year the earth passes through a swarm of debris shed long ago by Comet Swift-Tuttle, and we see a meteor shower as these sand-size debris particles fall through our atmosphere and burn up as meteors. The swarm is still fairly condensed—it hasn’t had time to spread out and diffuse—so the shower has a short peak, with one meteor every few minutes on the night of August 12th and fewer meteors the few nights before and after. However, this year, the moon is full the day before the peak, and its bright light will wash out the fainter meteors, just as it washes out the fainter stars. That still leaves the bright ones, which will fall at the rate of one every few minutes, so all is not lost, and it’s still worth observing.

To see the shower, get warm and comfortable (but not so comfortable that you fall asleep!) late in the evening (the later the better) and look up. Meteors will radiate from the constellation Perseus, which is low in

the northeast at midnight, but they appear all over the sky. If a meteor you see comes from Perseus, it’s a Perseid Meteor and is part of this shower; if it has a different path, it’s a random meteor, and they appear too. Perseus rises higher as the hours pass, and you’ll see more meteors during the morning hours than the evening. Good luck.

At midnight, both Jupiter and Saturn are up too, but both are low. Jupiter has just risen in the east, and it’s the brightest thing in the sky other than the moon, which on the 12th is slightly higher in the southeast. Saturn is to the upper right of the moon, and it’s as bright as the brightest stars.

Mars rises two hours after Jupiter, and it’s in line with Saturn and Jupiter. It’s the same brightness as Saturn.

I had invited people to determine from their own observations when Saturn, Jupiter, and Mars would be equally spaced in the sky. All three planets are moving eastward against the background stars, but their speed depends on their distance from the sun; the closer a planet is to the sun, the stronger it feels the sun’s gravity and the faster it travels, in miles per hour as well as in

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degrees per day, across the sky. That date when they’re precisely equally spaced is August 11th (On that evening, Saturn is almost 5° above the full moon.). After the 11th, Mars moves on ahead, slowly leaving both Jupiter and Saturn behind.

By far the brightest planet is Venus, which rises 90 minutes before the sun and is almost 20° high at the moment of sunrise. Its great brilliance lets you see it in morning twilight—and beyond, if you know precisely where to look.

John Mosley was Program Supervisor of the Griffith Observatory in Los Angeles for 27 years and is the author of “Stargazing for Beginners” and “Stargazing with Binoculars and Telescopes.” He and his wife live in St. George, where he continues to stargaze from his retirement home while serving on the advisory committee for Stellar Vista Observatory.

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Utah Division of Water Resources Drought Update July 29, 2022 SALT LAKE CITY Storms over the past couple of weeks are not benefitting the state as they normally would due to long-term drought conditions. Soil moisture has seen improvements and is trending slightly above normal for this time of year. The monsoon is helping many parts of the state hold off further drought degradation. According to the U.S. Drought Monitor, 83.56% of the state is in extreme drought or worse.

“Despite recent monsoons that have brought much-needed rain to some areas of the state, hot, bone dry conditions continue to bake our parched vegetation,” said Joel Ferry, acting executive director of the Department of Natural Resources. “With temperatures in the triple digits and high winds, it doesn’t take much to spark a destructive wildfire. We need people to use good Fire Sense and help stretch our water supply.”

At-a-glance highlights: • On July 3, the level of Great Salt Lake dropped below the October 2021 historic low elevation. This average daily surface elevation, 4190.1, was measured at USGS station 10010000, located on the southern end of the lake and is associated with a data record dating back to 1847. View the press release at usgs. gov/news. The current elevation of Great Salt Lake is 4189.8, this number is based on a 7-day average.

• Recreators should check Garfield Commission

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cess of Garfield, Beaver, and Piute counties’ resolutions all passed at NACO. He said the unanimous support from NACO was valuable in adding weight to impending Congressional legislation; Rep. Stewart will sponsor a bill in the House requesting policy changes and appropriations for the public lands emergency response measures detailed in the NACO resolutions.

Sheriff Danny Perkins, Search and Rescue: Perkins described emergency response difficulties on public lands and the need for extra funding. He said Calf Creek is a big problem. This season has seen at least three heart attack, stroke, and heat stroke victims that had to be carried out, as the trail is too narrow to use a side-by-side. He said a helicopter landing zone already exists by trail marker 4; he wants another one by trail marker 11. He said he is also hoping the funding that may be secured will include ongoing funds to support the county’s helicopter contract.

Planning, Kaden Figgins: The Commission approved three ordinance changes recommended for approval by county Planning and Zoning following their respective public hearings. 2022-9, Zoning Ordinance Amendments, included a new provision for Accessory Dwelling Units, restricting their maximum size.

It also removed a section that described mobile home park provisions (due to Garfield County not allowing mobile home parks in the unincorporated areas) and modifies provisions regulating RV Parks.

2022-10, County Dog Ordinance, last amended in 1995, removes references to “dog

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reservoir levels before they head out. Conditions vary, and some boat ramp closures are in place due to low water levels.

In all there have been 628 total fire starts this year with 347 of them determined to be human-caused.

This number is down from 440 at this same time last year.

Twenty-one of Utah’s largest 45 reservoirs are below 55% of available capacity.

Overall statewide storage is 54% of capacity.

Last year, Jordanelle Reservoir only rose 21,650 acrefeet. This year over three times that amount reached the reservoir. Reservoir levels are still low due to years of drought, but we appreciate that more water made it to the reservoirs.

Five streams are flowing at record low conditions.

Streamflows are lower than normal due to low snowpack.

According to the latest information released by the U.S. Drought Monitor, drought conditions continue to plague the state, with 83.56% of the state experiencing “Extreme” or “exceptional” drought conditions. Extreme and exceptional drought conditions are the Drought Monitor’s most serious categories.

Residents looking for tips on how to help reduce water consumption can be found at SlowtheFlow.Org. —Utah Division of Water Resources

catcher” and “dog pound,” as they don’t exist. 2022-11, Business License Ordinance Amendments specifies that all required approvals and certifications are in hand before the County will approve a business license for an applicant.

The Commission approved a business license for Misty Mountain Hideaway, a Panguitch-area short-term rental.

The Commission approved a $1000 request by Anne Excell to cover additional prizes for Garfield County Fair events.

Commissioners went into executive session to discuss litigation, including RS2477 updates. When they reconvened, they heard the summary of the 2021 Independent Auditors’ Report by Kimball and Roberts. No significant issues were revealed.

The Garfield County Commission meets on the second and fourth Monday of each month starting at 10 a.m.

All meetings are held in the County Courthouse in Panguitch. There is no set up for electronic participation.

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LegaL Notices NOTICE TO WATER USERS The applications below were filed with the Division of Water Rights in Wayne County. These are informal proceedings per Rule 655-6-2. Protests concerning an application must be legibly written or typed, contain the name and mailing address of the protesting party, STATE THE APPLICATION NUMBER PROTESTED, CITE REASONS FOR THE PROTEST, and REQUEST A HEARING, if desired. Also, A $15 FEE MUST BE INCLUDED FOR EACH APPLICATION PROTESTED. Protests must be filed with the Division of Water Rights on or before Aug. 31, 2022 either electronically using the Division`s on-line Protest of Application form, by hand delivery to a Division office, or by mail at PO Box 146300, Salt Lake City, UT 841146300. Please visit waterrights.utah.gov or call (801)538-7240 for additional information.

GARFIELD COUNTY NEW APPLICATION(S) 97-2494 (A83416): Rachel Carter Coates and Colt Coates propose(s) using 1.73 ac-ft. from groundwater (West of Escalante) for DOMESTIC; IRRIGATION; STOCKWATERING. 97-2495 (A83418): Stephen C. Jensen propose(s) using 1.73 ac-ft. from groundwater (1.5-miles SE of Boulder, Utah) for DOMESTIC; IRRIGATION; STOCKWATERING. 97-2496 (A83430): Jace Allen, Tessa Barkan propose(s) using 1.73 ac-ft. from groundwater (4 miles SE of Boulder) for DOMESTIC; IRRIGATION. CHANGE APPLICATION(S) 61-3359 (a49221): Paunsaugunt Cliffs Special Service District propose(s) using 0.0223 cfs OR 9.8845 ac-ft. from groundwater (2.5 miles east of Hatch) for IRRIGATION. 61-3360 (a49222): Paunsagaunt Cliffs Special Service District propose(s) using 0.0026 cfs OR 0.5 ac-ft. from groundwater (2.5 miles east of Hatch) for IRRIGATION. 61-3361 (a49223): Paunsaugunt Cliffs Special Service District propose(s) using 0.0037 cfs OR 1 ac-ft. from groundwater (2.5 miles east of Hatch) for IRRIGATION. EXTENSION(S) 97-2322 (a34074): Amstuz Family Revocable Trust, Sweetwater Enterprises, LLC is/are filing an extension for 1 ac-ft. from groundwater (Near Escalante airport) for DOMESTIC; IRRIGATION. WAYNE COUNTY NEW APPLICATION(S) 95-5479 (A83432): Sullivans Rainbow LLC propose(s) using 0.015 cfs OR 1.48 ac-ft. from groundwater (3/4 mile west of Torrey) for DOMESTIC; IRRIGATION; STOCKWATERING. Teresa Wilhelmsen, P.E., State Engineer Published in The Wayne and Garfield County Insider on AUGUST 4 & 11, 2022 INVITATION TO BID REPLACEMENT OF 2-INCH DIAMETER WATER LINE ESCALANTE, UTAH The City of Escalante, Utah, is seeking proposals from qualified, Utah-licensed contractors to replace approximately 1.5 miles of 2-inch diameter water line. Key features of this project include the installation of 2-inch diameter PVC potablewater pipeline, together with water meters, pressure-reducing valve, air/vacuum valve, and appurtenant items to deliver water from the existing point of tie-in at a 6-inch diameter water line to points southward. Additional information regarding this project may be obtained from Escalante City at the address given below.

A recommended pre-bid conference and project walkthrough will be held at 11:00 AM Mountain Time on August 23, 2022 at the Escalante City office as follows: Escalante City 56 North 100 West PO Box 189 Escalante, Utah 84726 A representative of Escalante City will be present to discuss the project at the office and will then accompany potential contractors to the project location. Although not mandatory, it is highly recommended that all prospective bidders attend.

Bids for this project will be received at the offices of Escalante City, noted above, until 4:00 PM Mountain Time on September 5, 2022. Bids may also be submitted via email to ssteed@escalantecity.com.

Bids received after the required time will not be accepted.

Bids will be opened privately and tabulated. Escalante City reserves the right to reject any and all bids and to waive irregularities or informalities in any bid.

Published in The Wayne and Garfield County Insider on AUGUST 4, 11 & 18, 2022

TRUCK FOR BID TROPIC TOWN Tropic Town is accepting sealed bids for a: 2018 Chevy Silverado K2500HD LT 23645 miles (Starting bid is $45,000) Send bids to Tropic Town: PO Box 130 Tropic, UT 84776 Call Town office for any questions: (435) 414-4563 Published in The Wayne and Garfield County Insider on JULY 28 and AUGUST 4, 2022 NOTICE OF FINDING OF NO SIGNIFICANT IMPACT (FONSI) & NOTICE OF INTENT TO REQUEST THE RELEASE OF FUNDS BICKNELL TOWN August 4, 2022 Bicknell Town 64 West 100 North Bicknell, Utah 84715 435-425-3315 These Notices shall satisfy two separate but related procedural requirements for activities to be undertaken by Bicknell Town.

INTENT TO REQUEST FOR THE RELEASE OF FUNDS On or about August 20, 2022 Bicknell Town will submit a request to the State of Utah, Department of Workforce Services, Housing and Community Development Division (HCD) for the release of Community Development Block Grants Funds (CDBG) under Title I of the Housing and Community Development Act of 1974 (PL93-383) to undertake the project known as Bicknell Town Park Improvements for the purpose of Improving 420 x 320 sq ft. in the park with enhancements such as: New Basketball court with chain link fence surround, new Gazebo, 5 horseshoe pits. Rehabilitation to existing Pavilion with new concrete, roof, retention wall and BBQ area, and of the public restrooms including adding ADA access. Projected cost is $244,000.

FINDING OF NO SIGNIFICANT IMPACT Bicknell Town has determined that the project will have no significant impact on the human environment. Therefore, an Environmental Impact Statement under the National Environmental Policy Act of 1969 (NEPA) is not required. Additional project information is contained in the Environmental Review Record (ERR) on file at the office of Bicknell and is available for public examination and copying at Bicknell Town offices, 64 West 100 North, Bicknell, Utah 84715, weekdays between the hours of Tuesday 10 am to 2 pm and Thursday 10 am to 2 pm. Please contact Carrie Brinkerhoff at 435-425-2215 for information.

PUBLIC COMMENTS Any individual, group, or agency may submit written comments on the ERR to Bicknell Town. All comments received by August 19, 2022 will be considered by Bicknell Town prior to authorizing submission of a Request for Release Of Funds.

Comments should specify which Notice they are addressing.

ENVIRONMENTAL CERTIFICATION Bicknell Town certifies to HCD that Noreen Johnson, Bicknell Town’s ENVIRONMENTAL CERTIFYING OFFICER (ECO) in her capacity as Mayor consents to accept the jurisdiction of the Federal Courts if an action is brought to enforce responsibilities in relation to the environmental review process and that these responsibilities have been satisfied.

HCD’s approval of the certification satisfies its responsibilities under NEPA and related laws and authorities and allows the Bicknell Town to use Program funds.

OBJECTIONS TO RELEASE OF FUNDS HCD will accept objections to its release of funds and Bicknell Town’s certification for a period of fifteen days following the anticipated submission date or its actual receipt of the request (whichever is later) only if they are on one of the following bases: (a) The certification was not executed by the Certifying Officer of the Bicknell Town; (b) Bicknell Town has omitted a step or failed to make a decision or finding required by HUD regulations at 24 CFR Part 58; (c) Bicknell Town or other participants in the development process have committed funds, incurred costs or undertaken activities not authorized by 24 CFR Part 58 before the approval of a release of funds by HCD; (d) Another Federal agency, acting pursuant to 40 CFR part 1504, has submitted a written finding that the project is unsatisfactory from the standpoint of environmental quality.

Objections must be prepared and submitted in accordance with the required procedures of 24 CFR Part 58, Sec. 58.76 and shall be addressed to Sarah Moore, Utah Department of Workforce Services, Housing & Community Development Division (HCD), 140 East 300 South, Salt Lake City, Utah 84111.

Potential objectors should contact Sarah Moore at HCD (801) 834-4609 to verify the actual last day of the objection period.

Noreen Johnson, Mayor Environmental Certifying Officer Published in The Wayne and Garfield County Insider on AUGUST 4, 2022

August 4, 2022

Tourism in Glen Canyon NRA Created $410 million in Economic Benefit in 2021

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New report shows visitor spending supported 3,840 jobs in local gateway regions

Courtesy National Park Service

A 2022 National Park Service report shows that visitors spent an estimated $332 million in local gateway regions around Glen Canyon National Recreation Area in 2021.

PAGE - Glen Canyon National Recreation Area (Glen Canyon NRA) continues to be an economic engine for the region. In 2021, Glen Canyon ranked number 25 in high visitation out of 423 National Park Service units nationwide, with 3.1 million visitors.

A 2022 National Park Service report shows those visitors spent an estimated $332 million in local gateway regions around Glen Canyon NRA. These expenditures supported a total of 3,840 jobs, $139 million in labor income, $234 million in value added, and $410 million in economic output in local gateway economies. Glen Canyon NRA is

a vital economic engine in the following counties and gateway communities: in Utah, Kane (Big Water, Kanab), San Juan (Bluff, Blanding), Wayne (Hanksville), Garfield (Escalante, Ticaboo, Boulder); and Coconino County in Arizona (Page, Marble Canyon).

The peer-reviewed visitor spending analysis was conducted by economists at the National Park Service and the U.S. Geological Survey. The report shows $20.5 billion of direct spending by more than 297 million park visitors in communities within 60 miles of a national park. This spending supported 322,600 jobs nationally; 269,900 of those jobs

are found in these gateway communities. The cumulative benefit to the U.S. economy was $42.5 billion.

As for the economics of visitor spending, the lodging sector had the highest direct effects, with $7 billion in economic output nationally. The restaurants sector had the second greatest effects, with $4.2 billion in economic output nationally.

Report authors also produced an interactive tool that enables users to explore visitor spending, jobs, labor income, value added, and output effects by sector for national, state, and local economies. Users can also view year-by-year trend data. The interactive tool and report are available at the NPS Social Science Program webpage: https://www.nps. gov/subjects/socialscience/ vse.htm To learn more about national parks in Utah and Arizona and how the National Park Service works with communities to help preserve local history, conserve the environment, and provide outdoor recreation, go to https://www.nps. gov/state/ut/index.htm and https://www.nps.gov/state/az/ index.htm.

—National Park Service

Advocates: New 988 Suicide Prevention Line Will Save Utahns' Lives

by Mark Richardson, Utah News Connection

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Even before the pandemic, Utah hospitals and clinics treated about 70 people per day for self-inflicted injuries, many of which were suicide attempts.

UTAH - Mental-health advocates say the new 988 Suicide and Crisis Lifeline could save the lives of many Utahns and others facing mental-health crises.

The new three-digit number is a "shorthand" version of the previous 10-digit National Suicide Prevention Lifeline that has been in use since 2005. The new number links callers to a local mentalhealth help center based on their area code.

Rachel Lucynski, director of community crisis intervention at the University of Utah's Huntsman Mental Health Institute, said saving the time it takes to look up an unfamiliar number could make the difference for someone in a crisis.

"We're confident that if folks can remember '911,' that they can definitely remember '988' in an easier way," she said, "and that remembering that, accessing the service, could be the difference in keeping someone alive in a suicidal crisis."

The 988 system was first proposed in 2014 by a Utah legislator who had experienced a suicide in his family.

Subsequent efforts to pass the measure failed, but Congress finally approved the plan in 2020.

Lucynski said the Utah crisis team currently handles an average of 8,600 calls a month. While most of them are people looking for information, she said, a significant number are individuals dealing with a personal crisis.

"We know that the Utah crisis line really is effective for folks in accessing 24/7 life-saving services," she said,

"being connected immediately to a crisis worker who can help de-escalate a situation and help keep folks safe during emotional and potentially suicidal crises."

The state Department of Health reported that from 2018 to 2020, Utah had the sixthhighest age-adjusted suicide rate in the United States, with an average of 657 incidences per year.

If someone you know is facing a crisis, Lucynski said, you can call 988 to get them help.

"It doesn't have to be just you that you're calling in for," she said. "If you're worried about a friend or family member or coworker, someone who is acting differently or maybe expressing thoughts of suicide, you can call 988 and ask those questions."

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Over 10,000 Boats Inspected for Quagga Mussels During Pioneer Day Weekend

Courtesy Utah Division of Wildlife Resources

Aquatic Invasive Species inspection booth at Lake Powell.

SALT LAKE CITY Law enforcement officers and technicians for the Utah Division of Wildlife Resources and other agencies had a busy 24th of July holiday weekend working to prevent invasive quagga mussels from spreading to Utah's lakes and reservoirs.

Statewide, Aquatic Invasive Species technicians with the DWR, Utah State Parks, Arizona Game and Fish Department and the National Park Service inspected 10,192 boats and performed 227 decontaminations from Friday to Monday. During last year’s 24th of July weekend, 12,693 inspections were performed statewide, and 297 boats were decontaminated.

Of those total numbers from this year, 2,315 of the boat inspections and 41 of the decontaminations took place at stations in the Lake Powell area. Lake Powell is the only Utah waterbody currently infested with quagga mussels.

“We want to remind boaters that all watercraft leaving Lake Powell require an exit inspection during the inspection station’s hours of operation,” DWR Aquatic Invasive Species Lt. Bruce Johnson said. “Along with boats, ‘watercraft’ includes kayaks, canoes, paddleboards and inflatable rafts. And it’s important to remember that inspections are not the same as decontaminations. After a watercraft is inspected, it must still be decontaminated before you can launch that watercraft at a different waterbody. If a decontamination

can’t be performed, the watercraft must wait the required dry time before launching again.”

Utah's required dry times after boating at Lake Powell are seven days in summer, 18 days in fall and spring, or 30 days in winter. However, wakeboard boats are defined as complex boats, which always require a 30-day dry time — regardless of the time of year — unless they are properly decontaminated.

Statewide, DWR conservation officers issued 26 citations for violations of Utah laws established to prevent the spread of invasive mussels. The majority of the violations were due to people with a watercraft failing to stop at mandatory inspection stations.

“We have had a shortage of staff this year, and our employees work as quickly as they can, but we ask for everyone’s patience and compliance in getting the required inspections,” Johnson said.

“We are doing more with far less staff at Lake Powell this year. If you need a decontamination, you need to call and schedule one in advance, as our limited staff may not be able to accommodate that. As mentioned, you can also wait the required dry time before you launch at another waterbody. Please always clean, drain and dry, which includes removing drain plugs and sea strainers on your boat.”

There are over 40 inspection stations located at various waterbodies and along highways throughout Utah.

Visit the Utah Department of

Natural Resources website for a list of all the decontamination stations around the state.

Why quagga mussels are bad • They plug water lines, even lines that are large in diameter.

• If they get into water delivery systems in Utah, it will cost millions of dollars annually to remove them and keep the pipes free, which can result in higher utility bills.

• They remove plankton from the water, which hurts fish species in Utah.

• Mussels get into your boat’s engine cooling system. Once they do, they’ll foul the system and damage the engine.

• When mussels die in large numbers, they stink and the sharp shells of dead mussels also cut your feet as you walk along the beaches.

—Utah Division of Wildlife Resources

August 4, 2022

BLM Requests Public Input for Land Exchanges to Protect Wilderness Throughout Utah SALT LAKE CITY - The Bureau of Land Management requests public input during a 30-day scoping period on an analysis to exchange more than 90,000 acres of BLMmanaged public lands for more than 115,000 acres of trust lands managed by the School and Institutional Trust Lands Administration throughout up to 18 Utah counties. The proposed exchange would help protect land located mainly within wilderness and recreation areas in Emery County and the Red Cliffs National Conservation Area in Washington County and is mandated by the John D. Dingell, Jr. Conservation, Management and Recreation Act of 2019.

“This land exchange could help the BLM better protect wild landscapes within and near wilderness, recreation areas and conservation lands, while enabling Utah public school officials to potentially grow revenues or consider other future options for land use,” said BLM Utah State Director Greg Sheehan.

“The exchange demonstrates

the continuing commitment to building relationships to expand public access, enhance the visitor experience and ensure public safety.”

The proposed “Dingell Act – Emery County Land Exchange” includes public and state lands located across 18 counties including Beaver, Carbon, Emery, Grand, Iron, Juab, Kane, Millard, Rich, San Juan, Sevier, Summit, Tooele, Uintah, Utah, Wasatch, Washington and Wayne counties.

The state parcels are located within newly created wilderness areas, the San Rafael Swell Recreation Area, the Green River Wild and Scenic Rivers Corridor and the John Wesley Powell National Conservation Area.

Written comments may be submitted through ePlanning at https://eplanning. blm.gov/eplanning-ui/project/2020478/510 until Aug. 12, 2022. Please note the most useful comments are specific and contain new technical or scientific information relevant to the proposed action. Comments limited to opinions or

preferences will not receive a formal response but could be considered in the BLM decision-making process. Please reference “Dingell Act – Emery County Land Exchange” when submitting comments.

Please visit Utah - Dingell Act – Emery County Land Exchange | Bureau of Land Management (blm.gov) to view maps and for related information.

Before including an address, phone number, email address or other personally identifiable information in any comments, be aware the entire comment—including personal identifying information—may be made publicly available at any time. Requests to withhold personal identifying information from public review may be submitted, but the BLM cannot guarantee it will be able to do so.

Please contact Planning and Environmental Specialist Tiera Arbogast at tarbogast@ blm.gov or call 801-539-4158 for additional information.

—Bureau of Land Management

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HELP WANTED

Corrections Officer

Garfield County is accepting applications for a Corrections Officer. Applications are available at the Garfield County Clerk’s Office or online at www.garfield.utah.gov and will be accepted until August 5, 2022.

Anyone interested in applying for this position must pass the National Peace Officer Selection Exam prior to making application. The Exam is given at the Browning Learning Center on the Dixie College Campus. For additional information regarding the Exam and registration requirements, contact the Browning Learning Center at (435) 652-7696. The exam is also given at Southern Utah University.

Call 435-586-5419 for additional information.

Garfield County reserves the right to accept or reject any or all applications. Garfield County is an equal opportunity employer.

Deputy Recorder

Garfield County is accepting applications for the position of Deputy Recorder. Applicants should be proficient with Excel and Word, have a knowledge of legal descriptions and the ability to work well with the public.

Applications are available at the Garfield County Clerk’s Office 55 South Main, Panguitch or online at www.garfield. utah.gov and will be accepted until 5 p.m., Friday, August 5, 2022.

Garfield County reserves the right to accept or reject any or all applications. Garfield County is an equal opportunity employer.

FOR RENT

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60 N. Main St. 3 bedroom, 2.5 bath, .75 ac. w/ garage. $1500/month plus utilities.

6 month contracts available. $1000.00 deposit is required.

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Meals include milk & bread.

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Thurs. Aug. 11

BBQ Chicken, Baked Potato, Corn, Salad, Pineapple, Cookies

Grilled Cheese, Tomato Soup, Vegetables, Salad, Mandarin Oranges, Cake

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BRYCE VALLEY AREA Senior Lunches at the HENRIEVILLE Senior Center TUES Aug. 9th WED Aug. 10th THURS Aug. 11th

Cheeseburger, Bun / Lettuce / Tomato, Country Potatoes, Pears, Cookie Pork Roast, Potatoes & Gravy, Corn, Salad Bar, Cottage Cheese / Pineapple, Chocolate Cake Chicken Alfredo / Noodles, Green Beans, Salad Bar, Mandarin Oranges, Banana Pudding

Call by 10:00 A.M. if you want a lunch or need a ride. 679-8666 All meals are served with milk & bread Suggested donation is $3 for seniors and $7 for those under 60 years of age.

Position Announcements POSITIONS AVAILABLE: Garfield County School District is hiring the following positions. For a description of each, please see the district website www.garfk12.org

Full-Time Teacher at Boulder Elementary School Full-Time Science Teacher at Escalante High School BVES Preschool Para-Professional Food Service Worker in Bryce Valley Food Service Worker in Panguitch SpEd Para-Professional at Bryce Valley Substitute/Activity Bus Drivers in Escalante Bus Route Driver in Boulder Para-Professionals at All Schools Substitutes for Teachers, Custodians, and Food Service Workers SALARY: Please see 2022-2023 Garfield County School Districts Classified Salary Schedule and Certified Salary Schedule.

QUALIFICATIONS: Applicants must be fingerprinted and satisfactorily pass an employment background check. Applicant must work well with children. See the job description for additional requirements.

APPLICATION: Interested individuals should submit a Garfield County School District classified or certified application.

Please direct questions to: AES Head Teacher Robin Gibbs (435-624-3221) BES Head Teacher Elizabeth Julian (435-335-7322) BVES Principal Pete Peterson (435-679-8619) BVHS Principal Jeff Brinkerhoff (435-679-8835) EES/EHS Principal Peter Baksis (435-826-4205) PES Principal Lisa Breinholt (435-676-8847) PMS/PHS Principal Russ Torgersen (435-676-8805) Superintendent John Dodds (435-676-8821) Online application available: www.garfk12.org Applications will be screened and the most qualified candidates will be granted interviews.

DEADLINE: See the district website for closing date of each position.

Garfield County School District is an equal opportunity employer.

Garfield County School District reserves the right to accept or reject any or all applications.

We are looking for friendly, hardworking professionals who enjoy the hospitality industry and interaction with guests.

P O S I T I O N S AVA I L A B L E: Front Desk Agents Laundry Services Housekeepers Maintenance Bellmen Positions to start April 1st through October 31st At Capitol Reef Resort we promote from within.

Please stop by in person to complete an application.

We are located at 2600 E SR 24, Torrey, UT 84775 435-425-3761

Announcement of Positions

Wayne School District is hiring for the following positions. For a description of each, please see the district website www.waynesd.org Special Education Aide - Wayne High or Middle School Teacher’s Aide, SPED – Wayne Middle School Paraprofessionals - Loa Elementary Paraeducator / Substitute – Wayne High School Substitute Teachers & Cooks district-wide Applicants will be required to work closely under teacher supervision with individual students or small groups of students; and provide assistance to teachers in various capacities as assigned.

These positions are 27 hours a week with no benefits.

Applications will be accepted until filled, with an initial review on August 4, 2022. Applications can be found on the District Webpage. Applications may be given to the School District Office, or emailed to tyler.newton@waynesd.org *All Jobs are open until filled Wayne School District is an equal opportunity employer and reserves the right to reject any or all applications.

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SERVICES When in Need, There are Resources in Wayne & Garfield Counties For Victims of Domestic Violence, Rape, and Sexual Assault

Canyon Creek Services

Emergency Safehouse 435-865-7443 Mobile Team 435-233-5732 New Horizons Crisis Center 145 East 100 North, Richfield Office Hours 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM Shelter is open 24 hrs, 7 days a week Phone Number 435-896-9294 Counseling Services Central Utah Counseling Richfield Office 255 S Main Street, Richfield Office Hours 435-896-8236 24 Hour Emergency Service 877-469-2822 Southwest Behavioral Health Center 601 E Center Street, Panguitch 435-676-8176 24 Hour Emergency Service 800-574-6763 Wayne Community Health Center 128 South 300 West Bicknell, 84715 435-425-3744 National Suicide Prevention Lifeline 1-800-273-8255

Wanted Alive and Awake AW Builders Experienced, skilled building construction employees. Carpentry, concrete—all aspects of fine homebuilding.

Send resume to: AW Builders, Box 227, Escalante, UT 84726 Or email: awbuilders16@gmail.com EXCELLENT PAY

South Central Communications has a full-time opening for a construction worker.

We are looking for an experienced team player who is able to operate and maintain heavy equipment as well as a worker who will be responsible for finding utilities, cleaning up driveways and potholes and other construction work.

Must be in good physical condition and be able to lift 100 pounds. Will be working outdoors in all kinds of weather.

Must be willing to stay away from home during the week.

The successful candidate must be customer service oriented.

Great benefit package.

Submit resume to: South Central Communications PO Box 555 Escalante, UT 84726 Attn: HR OR emailHR@socen.com

MEETINGS TROPIC AA MEETING Wednesday at 6 PM. Tropic Heritage Center. All meetings are closed discussion.

ESCALANTE AA MEETING Call for times and locations.

435-676-3653

Bring light and peace into your life Join us in the ADDICTION RECOVERY PROGRAM Meetings are held EVERY SUNDAY AT 4PM at the Escalante High School SEMINARY BUILDING 435-772-6527 Individual meetings are available upon request.

Please call to verify meetings on 6/19/22, 7/24/22, 7/31/22

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