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Will Baxter Band to Headline Arts and the Park Exhibition in Torrey
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BOULDER - First on the agenda for the October 2021 Boulder Town Council meeting was interviewing candidates for two open positions on the Planning Commission. One council member suggested that they postpone the interviews until November, so that those who are not elected to Town Council would be able to apply for Planning Commission. Others responded that with the amount that needs to be done by the end of the year, it makes sense to fill the positions as planned. A motion to postpone was made and seconded, but did not pass. The two planning commissioners who had recently resigned, Josie Muse and Cookie Schaus, were thanked for their service. Interviews commenced. The four candidates spoke about themselves and about their intentions for applying. At the end of the meeting, the council members went into a private session to discuss candidates. Ultimately chosen were: Elena Hughes, who owns a regenerative agricultural business raising pigs, chickens and turkeys and spoke of her desires to protect the land and viability of Boulder for
WAYNE COUNTY The October 4, 2021 Wayne County Commission meeting kicked off with a prayer led by Commissioner Brian followed by the Pledge of Allegiance. The commission approved the last meeting’s minutes and then added a nighttime coyote hunting item to the current meeting’s agenda. Sheriff Jensen reported on a new hire in the Sheriff’s Office. Sheriff Jensen would like to hire Kale Morrison, a current emergency dispatcher in Sevier County, for the open deputy sheriff position. He called him a “pretty sharp kid” and said that he’ll be able to start his training in November and then start with the county in March. The commission approved this hire. Next, the commissioners stated their intent to increase property taxes for next year. Commissioner Blackburn said, “this is to keep up with the new growth.” A public hearing is required in order to raise taxes and notices and mailings regarding this meeting will be sent out prior to the meeting. Commissioner Brian
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Courtesy Will Baxter Band
Salt Lake City-based Will Baxter Band will headline the 2021 Arts and the Park "Light on the Reef" exhibition event on Saturday, October 16 from 5 to 8 p.m. at the Cougar Ridge Lodge in Torrey.
TORREY - The Salt Lake City-based Will Baxter Band will be headlining this year’s Arts and the Park "Light on the Reef" exhibition event. The band performs with a
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largely improvisational style and will feature a variety of covers and originals with an eclectic blend of funk, blues, jazz, country, and folk. “We’re excited to mix it up and try
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something fresh this year,” said Tena Boswell, Entrada Institute secretary and event chair, about adding the popular Utah band to the lineup this year. “Hopefully, we can
draw a younger crowd and attract some new people to the event,” she said. The Arts and the Park Arts and the Park Cont'd on page 2
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Recent Live Talks Prompt Thought-Provoking Discussions With The GSEP
October 5
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On Friday, October 8, President Biden signed proclamations restoring protections to Bears Ears and Grand Staircase-Escalante National Monuments. WASHINGTON D.C. President Biden will took action Friday, October 8, to restore protections to three national monuments that had been dismantled by the previous administration. The new proclamations will reestablish the boundaries in place before President Trump’s unprecedented action to drastically reduce the boundaries of Bears Ears and Grand Staircase-Escalante National Monuments in Utah, and restore management conditions to the Northeast Canyons and Seamounts Marine National Monument in the northwest Atlantic Ocean. “I am proud to stand with President Biden in restoring these monuments and fulfilling his commitment to the American people,” said Secretary of the Interior Deb Haaland. “On my visit to Utah, I had the distinct honor to speak with many people who care deeply about this land. The historical con-
nection between Indigenous peoples and Bears Ears is undeniable; our Native American ancestors sustained themselves on the landscape since time immemorial and evidence of their rich lives is everywhere one looks. This living landscape must be protected so that all Americans have the profound opportunity to learn and cherish our history.” President Trump’s actions in 2017 to modify the boundaries of Bears Ears and Grand Staircase-Escalante National Monuments amounted to an unprecedented rollback of conservation protections for America’s lands and waters, constituting the largest reductions in the size of national monument designations in U.S. history. His action to revoke the prohibition on commercial fishing in the Northeast Canyons and Monuments Restored Cont'd on page 3
REGIONAL WEATHER FORECAST FOR SOME BUT NOT ALL REGIONS REPRESENTED IN OUR NEWSPAPER COVERAGE AREA
TORREY - The September meeting was conducted on October 5. The Planning Commission opened with the approval of Thomas Grant’s house and Charles Henry’s garage building permits. This was followed by a request by Bob Warden for an update to the ordinance. He asked that the requirement of wall signs facing a street be removed. After discussion, it was moved that the requests be sent to the Town Council for consideration. A discussion of ordinance titles that are currently being reviewed followed. The revisions proposed at the last meeting were reviewed. This included number of livestock allowed per half acre parcel and removal of “for gain” from the home occupation definition. A map that shows mixed use boundaries was reviewed. And last, it was clarified that the ordinance will not contain any minimum house Torrey P & Z Cont'd on page 8
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Davina Smith, Board Member at Grand Staircase Escalante Partners and member of the Diné (Navajo) tribe, discusses the importance of including Indigenous people in land management efforts during a live talk hosted by GSEP and held at their new Escalante headquarters. ESCALANTE - The nonprofit friends organization of the Grand StaircaseEscalante National Monument (GSENM) recently held a series of live talks that were free and open to the public. I attended three of the five offered, with topics including
ered by an overhead shade structure. Interpretive displays lined the walls along the outdoor seating area, and a cooler full of iced drinks was available to folks who Live Talks
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UPCOMING EVENTS... 2021 Panguitch Fall Festivities
October 2021 All Month - Main Street Scarecrow Competition Oct. 30 - Halloween Carnival / Trunk or Treat
THURS. OCT. 14 - WED. OCT. 20
Sunny to partly cloudy this week, with highs from the 40s to the low 60s; lows in the teens to low 30s. Little to no chance of precipitation, with variable winds from 6 to 13 mph.
riparian resources, Indigenous peoples of the monument, and an update on the organization’s recent education impacts. The talks took place at Grand Staircase Escalante Partners' (GSEP) new headquarters in Escalante, which features a back patio area cov-
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young families, to learn about town government, and to lend a voice from someone younger and trying to make a living off of agriculture; and John Veranth, who is currently also on the Board of Adjustments and is running for Town Council and spoke of his goal to preserve the character of town, and his concerns about providing housing for working-age families and employees of local businesses. An update on the town shredder proposal was given. It had been proposed that the town have a shredder at the town dump, which could be used to shred cardboard to make mulch. There must be a separate plan of operation in place if the town is to make and sell compost from the landfill, and they have received paperwork to complete if they are to move forward. The town attorney will be consulted. It was asked if there would be sufficient power at the landfill to run it. It was stated that the shredder in question, which has been tested in town, worked best for cardboard and sheet metal but would not work for larger pieces of wood. A chipper would be required for this task. A member of the Fire Council spoke of the desire to have a chipper, which would help reduce fire danger by giving landowners a place to bring downed wood, and which would also save space in the landfill. Fire restrictions were rescinded, effective immediately. A request to initiate a plan towards creating an Annexation Policy was then presented by Peg Smith. The difference between actual annexation and creating an annexation policy was discussed: annexation is generally initiated by the landowners themselves, while an annexation policy would be a town document that states how the town would handle requests for annexation, with no requirement that the policy be acted on. What was on the table that night was whether the Town Council should direct the Planning Commission to start gathering information to create a report, which would consider factors such as costs and tax repercussions should areas ask to be annexed in the future. This report could then be used to make an Annexation Policy. Only areas that are contiguous to town have the potential to be annexed. Potential areas therefore include Black Ledge Boulder Mesa, parts of Deer Creek, and the Draw, but not Salt Gulch. The intention of creating an Annexation Policy is set out in the General Plan. Identifying “areas of interest” contiguous to Boulder Town would give the town a seat at the table for development plans in adjacent areas located in the county. Additionally, issues in areas immediately outside of town, such as water usage, affect town as well. Discussion ensued. An example was raised that if glamping/tent cities were proposed around Boulder, the town would have no say as it stands now, but with an annexation policy in place and the area identified as an “area of interest,” even without the area actually annexed, the town would have a say in what happens. Two town council members stated that they are not interested in an annexation policy plan because if they don’t create the plan, then no one can ask to be annexed. They stated that annexation would be too expensive for the town, citing increased road maintenance and snow removal expenses. A comment was made as a reminder that the current proposal would be a factfinding mission to gather information and that the process would take years to complete. It was asked if the issue should wait, as new members are about to be brought on
and the Planning Commission already has a lot on their plate. Another concern was raised that annexation should come from people in the Draw asking to be annexed rather than the town pushing for it. They also brought up that the county has a better track record of enforcement, citing a case in the Draw where a wall tent was quickly removed and comparing this to incidents in town, concluding that the county is doing a better job of protection and enforcement. A motion was made to direct the Planning Commission to initiate a study of the policy plan. The motion failed. Ordinance 2021-5 Amendments to RV Parks/Campgrounds and Guest Ranches was then discussed. An overview was given on how references made by Town Planner Lee Nellis in the document have changed because when he began working on the ordinance, the ordinances had not yet been codified. Directions were given for how to view the documents online. The amendments iron out definitions and the process of applying for an RV park/campground or Guest Ranch. Discussion ensued about a number of issues including: increasing the number of rooms on a Guest Ranch and spaces in an RV park to make them financially feasible and determining a reasonable cap, and determining whether an RV park should require an office with an employee onsite at all times. After identifying points of uncertainty, the council decided to return to these issues at the next meeting. Elizabeth Julian then presented a town Halloween proposal. The event would be similar to the Trunk-or-Treat celebration that took place last year. Cars would line up between the Post Office and School with Halloween displays and goodies for Trick-orTreaters. More information will be provided about two weeks prior. Department reports followed. There are now only two current EMTs. Cox thanked Troy Julian for his years of service as an EMT. The Library has been open. The school district has had an increased number of COVID-19 cases, and Boulder Elementary School was closed for two weeks. The Planning Commission had a public hearing at their last meeting and approved a Conditional Use Permit for a food truck next to Hills and Hollows. Chip sealing on Lower Boulder Road will occur next year. Dumpsters were moved back by the museum now that the parking lot construction is complete, though a complaint has been received that they are still not in their previous positions. They will be moved again. Signs for the Safe Route to School should be going up shortly. Arbor Day is October 19, and Tree City will do a tree planting. They are rewriting their five year tree management plan, which will keep them eligible to receive grants. A public comment period followed. Members of the Peterson family spoke about the status of the Thompson Ledge tower. They stated that they have shared use of a road to access their property on top of the Ledge, on which DW Power is trying to build a new tower, however, a neighbor has been blocking both their access and access by DW Power. They stated that the tower would provide a larger service area and enhance service for first responders. The permits were granted, but the neighbor has barricaded the road, and there is a current lawsuit pending on the matter. Another member of the public asked if the tower would be 5G. Dale Wilson of DW Power responded that the tower would have 5G capability, but he doesn’t know if they would put that type of technology in Boulder. The Boulder Town Council meets on the first Thursday of each month at 7 p.m.
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Wayne County Roads Department Deserves High Five
...In their Herculean efforts to repair all three routes to Cathedral Valley (the entire northern side of Capitol Reef National Park), which were recently rendered impassable by storms and floods. Namely, Caineville Wash and Hartnet Rd. from Highway 24, including the Fremont River ford close to the Visitor Center east of Torrey, and perhaps most impressively the FR022 and FR206 mountain pass by Thousand Lake Mt. on the northwest. This path from Highway 72 north of Loa and Fremont includes one of the
most impressive Aspen tree displays right now I have ever seen! What was surely a labor of love by the group of intrepids led by the Wayne County Roads Supervisor means all should avail the timely season. It’s a well-kept secret to be sure, but when you go get your jaw-dropping moments away from the crowds, remember these people that made it possible! Sincerely, Lassey Murphy, a pilgrim from Kansas
I Want to Verify Information About the Friends of Torrey Organization It's been sad to hear some of the commentary swirling around Torrey this year. People have accused Friends of Torrey of doing things the organization has never done. I've heard of people who think the organization or some individuals just want to control the town. I've heard of people saying don't talk to so and so, he just wants to tell people what to do or what color their houses should be. The truth is no individual or organization can tell the town what to do. They can make suggestions of course, through things like P&Z, public hearings, town council meetings, letters, etc. But we should remember the town council always has the final say; only the town council may create laws, ordinances, and regulations for Torrey. The commentary mentioned in the first paragraph are not true. And none of it is
helpful. It isn't a real, person to person conversation. It doesn't help bring the town together. It just badmouths "others" and further divides the town. At some point we all have to stop tossing (false) criticisms around, take down the barriers, and start talking to each other. There's almost no way to make progress except by working together. If you would like information about Friends of Torrey or want to verify something you've heard, just give me a call or send an email. Let's talk! Same if you want to talk about any ideas or attitudes you think I might personally have. If you care to talk to anyone else you have doubts about, I'll do my best to get contact information. Bill Barrett, Torrey 415-200-6210 bbarrett84775@gmail
Arts and the Park: This is
a great opportunity to pick up some landscape paintings of Capitol Reef or Wayne County while also supporting local artists and the Entrada Institute. It’s also a beautiful time of year to enjoy some wonderful live music in the warm and cozy Cougar Ridge Pavilion. —Tena Boswell, Entrada Institute secretary and event chair Arts and the Park Cont'd from page 1
"Light on the Reef" exhibition event will take place on Saturday, October 16 from 5:00 8:00 p.m. at the Cougar Ridge Lodge. The event is a celebration of the Utah Watercolor Society artists’ work in and around Capitol Reef National Park. Beginning Wednesday, October 13, watercolor artists from around the state will descend into the Capitol Reef area, set up their easels in the open air, and paint the surrounding landscape. Passersby are welcome to engage with the artists and watch them paint. Works by the artists will be auctioned off at the Saturday evening event with half the proceeds going to the artists and half going to the Entrada Institute to support future events like this one. “This is a great opportunity to pick up some landscape paintings of Capitol Reef or Wayne County while also supporting local artists and the Entrada Institute,” said Boswell. "It’s also a beautiful time of year to enjoy some wonderful live music in the warm and cozy Cougar Ridge Pavilion.” As part of the Arts and
the Park "Light on the Reef" event, there will also be a gallery stroll in Torrey on Friday, October 15 from 4:00 - 6:00 p.m. followed by a presentation by artist Roland Lee at the Cougar Ridge Lodge at 6:30 p.m. There will also be a quick draw competition at the Capitol Reef National Park Amphitheatre starting at 11:00 a.m., Saturday, October 16, where artists will compete against each other using their speed painting skills. Tickets to the Arts and the Park "Light on the Reef" exhibition including the Will Baxter Band are available for purchase on the Entrada Institute website. Tickets are $25 and include the art exhibition, auction, live music, and food. Families are welcome and reduced ticket prices are available for teens. Kids under 12 are free with an adult.
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Monuments Restored: I am proud to stand with
President Biden in restoring these monuments and fulfilling his commitment to the American people.—Secretary of the Interior Deb Haaland
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Seamounts Marine National Monument in 2020 was likewise unprecedented. Multiple pending lawsuits challenging President Trump’s modifications to the three national monuments have raised serious and fundamental questions as to whether a President has authority to reduce boundaries or core protections in a way that is tantamount to revocation of a monument. President Biden becomes the 18th President to exercise his authority under the Antiquities Act since the law was passed in 1906. Since President Roosevelt designated Devil’s Tower National Monument—the first national monument—in 1906, both Republican and Democratic presidents have designated 158 national monuments to protect objects of historic and scientific interest on America’s federal lands and waters. Designations range from the Statue of Liberty and the Stonewall National Monument in New York, to the Papahānaumokuākea Marine National Monument in the Northwestern Hawaiian Islands archipelago, to the Río Grande del Norte National Monument in New Mexico. Friday's action fulfills President Biden’s commitment on Day One to conserve national treasures and monuments. Executive Order 13990 directed the Secretary of the Interior, in consultation with the Departments of Justice, Commerce, and Agriculture, and the Council on Environmental Quality, as to whether restoration of the monument boundaries and conditions that existed as of January 20, 2017, would be appropriate. To inform the report, Biden-Harris administration officials conducted Tribal consultations and met with numerous interested parties, including: Indigenous-led organizations; scientific and nonprofit organizations; small
business owners; ranchers; outdoor recreation organizations; fishing industry representatives; New England and Mid-Atlantic Fishery Management Councils and the Atlantic States Marine Fisheries Commission; and conservation organizations. Secretary Haaland also traveled to Utah in April to meet with elected officials, Tribal leaders, and stakeholders invested in the management of the Bears Ears and Grand Staircase-Escalante National Monuments. Bears Ears National Monument Bears Ears National Monument is the first national monument designated at the request of Tribal Nations. In 2016, President Obama established the approximately 1.35 million-acre national monument in Utah, managed by the Bureau of Land Management and U.S. Forest Service. At the end of 2017, President Trump issued a proclamation that reduced the national monument by 1.15 million acres, or nearly 85 percent. The revised boundaries included 12,000 acres of land that were not contained within the original monument. The action was immediately challenged in court by the five Tribes that originally sought the national monument designation and other organizations. Friday's action restored the original boundaries of the national monument and retains the 12,000 acres added by President Trump, which contain objects of historic and scientific significance. It also restores the membership and conditions of the Bears Ears Commission, composed of Tribal representatives, to provide guidance and recommendations on management of the monument. Grand Staircase-Escalante National Monument In 1996, President Clinton established Grand StaircaseEscalante National Monument on public lands managed by the Bureau of Land Management. On three separate occasions,
Congress legislated to adjust the acreage of lands reserved within the monument boundary, ultimately increasing it by more than 180,000 acres in aggregate—including ratifying a land exchange with the State of Utah—bringing the total size of the monument to approximately 1.87 million acres. In 2017, President Trump issued a proclamation that reduced the national monument by nearly half, or more than 860,000 acres. The action was immediately challenged in court by a coalition of paleontologists and conservation organizations, arguing that the President lacked authority to strip lands and historic and scientific objects designated for protection from a national monument. Friday's action restored the boundaries of the national monument that were in place in January 2017. In the 25 years since its designation, Grand StaircaseEscalante has embodied the vision of an outdoor laboratory with great potential for diverse and significant scientific discoveries. 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, archaeological sites, and rare species, including more than 600 species of bees—some of which likely exist nowhere else on Earth. The Grand Staircase-Escalante landscape is a geologic treasure characterized by bold plateaus, multihued cliffs, and narrow slot canyons. It was the last place in the contiguous United States to be mapped and is one of the most naturally dark outdoor spaces left in America. It has a rich human history, spanning from the indigenous people and cultures to AngloAmerican explorers and early Latter-day Saint pioneers. —U.S. Department of the Interior
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The SWUPHD Flu Shootout is Back!
PANGUITCH - The Southwest Utah Public Health Department (SWUPHD) will be holding its annual Flu Shootout for Garfield County on Thursday, October 21 at the EMS shed in Panguitch. “Our shootouts are a convenient way for residents to get their flu shot while helping the health department practice emergency preparedness plans,” says Dr. David Blodgett, SWUPHD Director and Health Officer. “We used our experience from past shootouts to run COVID-19 vaccine clinics earlier this year. We encourage our residents to also get a flu shot to
protect yourself and our overwhelmed hospitals as fall approaches.” When & Where: • Thursday, Oct. 21 (12-5pm) Drive-thru & walk-in options (EMS shed at 40 N. 100 E. in Panguitch) Cost: • $20 cash/check/credit card, or NO CHARGE with proof of the following insurances: Aetna, Cigna, DMBA, Educators Mutual, Healthy Premier, Medicare, Medicaid, MotivHealth, PEHP, Selecthealth, Tall Tree Administrators, United Health • Wear a short-sleeved shirt (and a mask for the indoor
option) • Stay home if you’re sick • Save time by printing out the consent form at swuhealth.org/flu; fill it out and bring it with you The Centers for Disease Control (CDC) recommends a yearly influenza vaccination for everyone over 6 months of age in order to reduce the risk of influenza infection and serious complications. People can safely get flu shots and COVID-19 shots close together, even at the same time, according to the CDC. —Southwest Utah Public Health Department
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Schools & Sports PHS Sports Sidelines by Mack Oetting
1A Baseball Championships postponed due to rain, Lady Cats Volleyball competes in Platinum bracket, and rain/snow may affect Regional Cross Country meet The weather played a hoax with the 1A Baseball Championships last Friday. With rain all day long in St. George, the games with the Bobcats facing Tabiona and Piute playing Bryce Valley were postponed for Saturday. The teams were asked if they wanted to play a double header and Bryce Valley and Tabiona voted "No." The Bobcats took out Tabiona in four innings, 10-0. Piute and Bryce played the whole seven innings, with Piute coming out the winner. So, the Cats and T-Birds met last Monday at 4:00 to determine the championship. The funny thing that happened was Tabiona didn’t want to come back to St. George on Monday, so they played for 3rd - 4th at 10 that night. I would think that the Mustangs won that game. So, if you hear some
sirens and horns honking, the Cats finally figured out the Birds. Pat and I went up to Richfield to the volleyball tournament there. The Lady Cats and Rich were the only 1A teams that were there. The ladies won all three of their games on Friday and ended up in the Platinum bracket. Their first game was against 3A Carbon. The game went to five games, and the Cats came up a little short. This set up the game in the afternoon that we watched, against South Salina. It was a real fun game to watch, and all four games were really close. The first was 25 to 23, the second was 29 to 27 for the Cats, and the third was 26 to 24 and the fourth more of the same, with the Cats losing. Oh, so close games. This made for some really long games, and
the girls looked somewhat tired. Boy, are the girls good. They have played the whole season with only three loses against 2A or higher schools. The playoff should be fun, with Piute and Escalante coming on. Rich finished 14th, by the way. It is going to be interesting for the Regional Cross Country meet at Mt. Carmel. The weather man says that it is going to rain or snow on that day. However, tonight the weather said that it might clear out in the south by the afternoon. The girls have a good chance if their fourth girl can come in close to the top ten. Bryce Valley’s boys look really good when they run here. Anyway, get down there and cheer on your runners, Panguitch.
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Students Have Different Education Options After High School by Tim Ballard UTAH - Many students think of education after high school as the traditional fouryear college degree. However, students who don’t want to go that route have other options from which to choose, according to KHEAA. One option is to get a twoyear degree that leads to a job in the workforce. A second option is a diploma or certificate that takes six to 18 months to finish, then find a job. Students can often take advantage of federal and state financial aid programs to help them pay for that training.
They should contact the financial aid office of the school they plan to attend to learn more about student aid. Military service is another option students have. That doesn’t mean their education has to stop at high school. All branches of the service have education options for service men and women, either while they’re in uniform or after their discharge. Many states have college aid programs for National Guard members. Service members should contact their unit educational office to discuss their student
aid options. KHEAA is a public, non-profit agency established in 1966 to improve students’ access to college. It provides information about financial aid and financial literacy at no cost to students and parents. KHEAA also helps colleges manage their student loan default rates and verify information submitted on the FAFSA. For more information about those services, visit www.kheaa.com.
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Wills, Trusts, and More
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Can Someone Fight a Will or Trust? As an estate planning attorney with over twenty years of experience, I have been on both sides of an estate fight. Sometimes, I’ve represented clients upset about the terms of the will or trust. Other times, I have been involved in defending the terms. I can state without hesitation, when planning, you want to use an estate planning attorney that is experienced and sensitive to what methods of planning can avoid fighting. Having said this, there are times when genuine questions exist and further inquiry should be made regarding the validity of the terms of the estate plan. The following are some reasons that a will or trust can be contested. • The will or trust was not properly executed—A will or trust can be contested on the grounds that it was not properly drafted, signed, or witnessed in accordance with statutory legal requirements. Generally, a will has more formalities to follow than a trust. • The testator or trustor was not mentally competent—Competency to make a will means that the testator understood the nature and extent of his assets and knew the parties to whom the assets would be distributed. A will may be declared void if it can be proved that the testator was senile, delusional or of unsound mind when the will was created. The standards for executing a trust
by Jeffery J. McKenna are generally the same. Incompetence may be proven by medical records, irrational conduct of the testator and the testimony of those who observed him/her at the time the will or trust was executed. • The will or trust was the product of fraud or undue influence—Undue influence occurs when the testator or trustor is compelled or coerced to execute the will or trust as a result of improper pressure exerted upon him/her. Fraud occurs when a false statement is knowingly made causing the testator or trustor to sign a will or trust in a different manner than he/she would have if the statement had not been made. • A second, more recent, will or trust is discovered—If proven valid, the newer will or trust would replace the older document. • Miscellaneous reasons— There are other circumstances under which a will or trust can be contested. These include suspicions of forgery, the existence of pre-existing contracts relating to asset distribution that may nullify the distribution in the will or trust, suspicious circumstances that could cause the distribution set forth in the will or trust to be looked upon as lacking credibility, or the failure by a personal representative or trustee to properly carry out the instructions provided in the will or trust agreement. It is important to note
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NOW WITH A PANGUITCH OFFICE AT 46 NORTH MAIN STREET TO SERVE CLIENTS IN AND AROUND GARFIELD COUNTY Jeffery J. McKenna is a local attorney whose practice has been focused on Estate Planning for over 20 years. He is licensed and serves clients in Utah, Arizona and Nevada. He is a shareholder at the law firm of Barney, McKenna and Olmstead. If you have questions you would like addressed in these articles, please feel free to contact him at 435 628-1711 or jmckenna@barney-mckenna.com or visit the firm’s website at WWW. BARNEY-MCKENNA.COM, he would enjoy hearing from you. that there are time constraints and procedural deadlines after which you may not be able to contest a will or trust. Although good planning is the best remedy to avoid a fight, sometimes this has not occurred and legal assistance is needed to pursue a claim for problematic estate planning. Hopefully, this article can provide guidance and help for those contemplating their own estate plan or the planning of another.
The first carload of Boy Scouts had left my house minutes earlier, bound for our three-day wilderness trip. As I backed my own vanload of Scouts out of my garage, I noticed a pair of hiking boots on the back steps, so I stopped to retrieve them. An hour later, we caught up with the first car, which was parked at a highway rest stop. Seeing me pull up, my assistant Scout leader rolled down his window. "Your wife just called on my cell phone," he said. "She asked if you knew anything about the plumber's boots that were on your back steps."
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I was on the computer in my home office when my eight-year-old son asked what I did for a living. "I'm a consultant," I said. "What's a consultant?" "It's someone who watches people work and then tells them how they could do it better." "We have people like that in my class," he said, "but we call them pests."
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Why is it cheaper to throw a party in a haunted house? Beacause the ghosts will bring the boos.
Today's Thought
Heredity: Everyone believes in it until their children act like fools.
sudoku To Play: Complete the grid so that every row, every column and every 3x3 box contains the digits 1 to 9
Car Ride
My mother had a great sense of humor. One time my brothers and I took her shopping in my brother's car. We had the top down on the way home and she complained about her ears getting cold. We called her an old fuddy duddy. She got even. She reached into her shopping bag and took out a new bra she bought and put it on her head so it would cover her ears. It fit perfectly. I never knew my mother had size 36 D ears.
Shower Thought
This 'Spring Forward' thing would be a lot more popular if we moved the clocks ahead at 2PM on Monday.
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THEME: HALLOWEEN ACROSS 1. *Hitchcock's 1963 movie, with The 6. Bad-mouth 9. H or O in H2O, e.g. 13. France's longest river 14. Bauxite, e.g. 15. Opposite of adore 16. Proprietor 17. Quaker Man's cereal 18. Oozes 19. *Corpse 21. *Bobbing for what?, pl. 23. One time around 24. Bébé's mother 25. General Post Office 28. Actuary's concern 30. Named, in bygone era 35. Not easy 37. Accepted behavior 39. Kitchen floor layer? 40. Northern European capital 41. *Overly consumed on Halloween? 43. Actress Spelling 44. Nature's rage 46. Bangladeshi currency 47. Colossal 48. Bowling prop 50. Famous Himalayan 52. Bugling ungulate 53. Valedictorian's spot 55. Possessive of "it" 57. *Pennywise and Joker, e.g. 60. *Traditional Halloween garb 64. Honolulu greeting 65. Costa del ____ 67. Plant fungus 68. Mild and pleasant, weather-wise 69. E.T. transporter 70. Popular spring flower 71. Hole-making tools 72. Young newt 73. Country singer ____
Hill DOWN 1. Coalition 2. Corn Belt state 3. Drink garnish 4. Cheerlessness 5. Offered on a platter 6. *Door-to-____ 7. George Gershwin's brother 8. Plural of seta 9. Cain's biblical brother 10. You, in bygone era 11. Uh-oh 12. Wife's title 15. Facet 20. Actress Linda of "Dynasty" fame 22. Be nosy 24. South American wild cats 25. *Bedsheet with holes? 26. Command that follows "cut" 27. Acrylic fiber 29. Show off 31. Low-cal 32. Skip the wedding hoopla
33. State of danger 34. *As opposed to treat 36. Small town or hamlet 38. Manufacture 42. 2:3, e.g. 45. Carnie's domain 49. Grandmother, for short 51. Reflexive of "it" 54. Question in dispute 56. Parallel grooves 57. *Raven's grabber 58. Take it easy 59. Electrical resistance units 60. Blood-related problem 61. Tangerine grapefruit hybrid 62. Castle protector 63. Carve, as in stone 64. Lawyers' league 66. "____ with their head!"
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Virginia Moosman 1939 - 2021
FREMONT - Virginia Elmer Moosman, age 81, passed away peacefully at her daughter’s home in Fremont on September 24, 2021 surrounded by her family at her side. She was born October 3, 1939 in Cannonville, a daughter of Ira Willis and Julia Elizabeth Dutton Elmer. She married the love of her life DelRoy John Moosman October 31, 1957 in Pioche, Nevada. He preceded her in death
on May 28, 2001. Virginia could literally do anything from fixing cabinets to sewing. She made the best sour dough bread and scones of anyone. She will be greatly missed. The family would like to extend a special thanks to the Hospice Team: Teri, Mary, Connie and Curtis, for the outstanding care they all gave to our Mother and to her family. You are all special Angels. She is survived by her children: Christina Ann (Robert, deceased) Johnson, Arnold Roy and SueAnn Moosman, Foster Willis and Wilda Moosman, Cecil Dell and Diane Moosman, Joy Lynn Hope and Duane Dahl, Steven LeRoy and Amy Moosman; 18 grandchildren; 25 great-grandchildren; 3 great-great-grandchildren; siblings: Theora and Jerry Mangum, John Chester and Arlene Elmer. She is preceded in death by siblings: Lyle Willis Elmer, James Elmer, Beth Wogan, Lamar Elmer and Howard Elmer. Memorial services were held on Saturday, October 2, 2021 at 10:30 A.M. in the Fremont LDS Ward Chapel, where friends visited with the family one half hour prior to the services. Burial will be in the Cannonville Cemetery at a later date under the care of the Springer Turner Funeral Home of Richfield and Salina, Utah.
October 14, 2021
FYI PanguItch
by Mack Oetting ~ mackoetting @gmail.com We are into fall big time, with an all-day rain storm last Friday and more weather, including a chance of snow, due in on Tuesday. Most of the excitement is with the high school sports that are going on (see sports column). Great news is that the school is presenting the musical Sound of Music this week. The dates are the 13, 14, 15, and 16. We like to go on two different nights, because most of the parts are double cast, making a different show. Elaine Baldwin and Cheryl Church also get the most out of the kids, and their shows are always first class; don’t miss out. Keep November 11/11 open for Veterans Day. The Panguitch American Legion will again be hosting a dinner at the Senior Center for all veterans in the Panguitch and Hatch area. Please, bring a guest, and we will have a program and dinner. Legion members, your dues are due. So far, of the eighteen members, only six have paid. They are only $35 for the year. Also, we will be hosting our 11th annual Thanksgiving dinner, and it will also be at the Senior Center and will start at 1 p.m. In early November, there will be an election for two Panguitch City Council seats. There are four candidates running. The Mayor's position was also open, but he is running unopposed. If you want to run as a write in candidate, you must declare at least one week before the election. Deer season is starting, and I believe black powder is over with, and the rifle season is here. I am not a hunter, and I wear my beard year round, but I really miss the Fire Fighters Deer Hunter’s Ball that was held at the Social Hall. Well, the fall colors are here in town, but don’t expect them to last too long. They
only last till the first big wind. So far, the lawns don’t seem to be turning brown yet, so you might have to get your mower out one more time. I use mine to gather up the leaves from the neighbor’s yards. Gas prices are coming down, which is a little strange because oil is now $78 a barrel. The cheapest is, as usual, at Costco at $3.45 for 87 octane. In Richfield, it is the same price for 85 octane, however, nothing that I own will run on 85. Good news on the work front is that the U.S., UK, and Australia formed an alliance, and Australia is going to purchase eight new nuclear subs from the U.S. Australia cancelled an order of 12 regular subs from France, which didn’t go down well with the French. In the last eight months, the unemployment has come down to 4.8% from 8%. There were 190,000 new jobs created in September, or about the same amount that were made in the last four years. For those of you that love sports, this is your time of the year. October is a baseball series of playoff games that leads to the World Championships. Last year’s game was played without fans because of the virus. Football-both college and Pro, are going strong. The NBA basketball season starts next week, and college won’t be far behind. Ice hockey and soccer is going, so sit back and pick your sport and enjoy. The battle against Diphtheria: In 1735, a disease appeared at Kingston, an inland town in New Hampshire. It was a disease among children, commonly called the throat distemper and by far the most malignant kind and by far the most fatal ever known in this country. The disease moved through the colonies and traveled southward, almost strip-
ping the country of children. Many families lost three or four children and many lost all. This disease didn’t have a name until 1891. A French physician, Pierre Bretonneau, called the disease a diphtheria, from the Greek word for leather. The name refers to the affliction signature physical feature, a thick, leathery buildup of dead tissue in a patient. It wasn’t until almost two hundred years later in 1913, Emil von Behrine announced the earliest diphtheria vaccine. A mixture of diphtheria toxin and antitoxin was the first treatment that could provide lasting immunity against the disease. In 1948, Diphtheria toxoid, an inactivated toxin effective in inducing antibodies to prevent the disease, was combined with tetanus toxoids and a pertussis vaccine to produce a new 3-1 vaccine known as DTP. In 2011, for the eighth consecutive year, there were no cases of diphtheria reported to public health officials in the U.S. (From The Smithsonian Oct. 21 edition.) The GOP has refused to raise the ceiling of the national debt, which is to pay for last year’s bills, passed Dec. 3rd. Three years ago, after the tax cut for the 1% and corporations, the Democrats voted to raise the ceiling to cover this ½ trillion debt that was incurred. Now all of sudden, they say that the ceiling at 29 trillion is too much and don’t want to pay for bills passed from last year. Do you ever wonder why politicians vote the way they do? Well, Sen. Joe Manchin is a senator from West Virginia and is a democrat who is holding up the recent bills to make America strong. He chairs the Energy Committee and owns stock valued at between $1 and $5 million dollars in a coal brokerage firm that he founded in 1988. He
made last year $491.949 in dividends from his stock in energy systems. One of the bills contains funds for reusable energy. I was watching the news weather report on channel 2, and I missed the south end of the state weather, so I switched it to channel 4 and President Biden was signing a bill that returned Bear Ears and the Grand Staircase Monuments to its original size. Now, don't get too excited and mess your underwear, and listen to this. I was talking to a friend and what he said really made sense; “there still hasn’t been any change in either monument.” With the Grand Staircase, it is still BLM land, and the only difference is now the public knows about some of the most beautiful land in the world. Now, Escalante is the only town in Garfield County that isn’t low income because of new money in town (a hotel), and they no longer have to depend on the lumber business. Not only is the COVID-19 vaccine safe, it’s effective in preventing severe side effects which could result in hospitalization and in some cases, death. It is the most important form of protection we have right now. Garfield County is at severe COVID risk, with a level of only 56% of the population that are vaccinated. Utah is at only 51% vaccinated compared with the U.S. at 57%, with most of the Red states dragging down the average. Members are again urged to fast, starting this Friday, from watching the media news broadcasts until the Panguitch Stake of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints meeting coming up next Sunday, October 24th. Mack O.
Wayne Commission: Hiring of Kale Morrison as a new Deputy Sheriff for
the Wayne County Sheriff's Department, the commissioners' intention to increase property taxes next year, a need to review and update an ordinance on night hunting of coyotes and raccoons, and Gordon Ellett's expression of concerns of a lack of law enforcement presence in Wayne County discussed. Wayne Commission Cont'd from page 1
then led a discussion about night coyote hunting. Currently, night hunting of coyotes and raccoons is allowed in Wayne County with a permit under certain circumstances. Permits are $10 and last for one year. The ordinance has
not been updated since 2003, and the commissioners expressed a need to review and update the ordinance. “I hate to inhibit coon and coyote hunting,” said Commission Brian. Lastly, Gordon Ellett took the floor to express his concerns about the lack of law enforcement presence in the
county, specifically the speeding in Loa. “We need more help than we’ve got and it’s getting to the point where we have to do something,” said Ellett. Commissioner Brian also questioned why we don’t see more Utah Highway Patrol presence in Wayne County. Sheriff Jensen agreed to look for grant money to increase
signage and perhaps add red and blue flashing radar speed signs in each town. He will also request more highway patrol presence in the county. The Wayne County Commission meets the first and third Monday of every month at the Wayne County Courthouse in Loa.
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Live Talks: Live talks hosted by the Grand Staircase Escalante Partners (GSEP) included discussions by Mike Scott, Ph.D.,
a research riparian ecologist; Davina Smith, a member of the Diné (Navajo) tribe and Board of Directors at GSEP; and Neak Loucks, the GSEP Education Programs Manager.
Kadi Franson
Dr. Mike Scott, a research riparian ecologist, shares information about the past, present, and future of the riparian ecosystems in the monument at a recent live talk at the Grand Staircase Escalante Partners' new headquarters in Escalante.
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Neak Loucks, Education Programs Manager at Grand Staircase Escalante Partners, provides an update on education efforts at a recent live talk at the new Grand Staircase Escalante Partners' headquarters in Escalante. Live Talks
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joined. Mike Scott, Ph.D., is a research riparian ecologist. He kicked off the afternoon with a talk about the past, present, and future of rivers and streams in the monument. The thing about scientists these days is that they are often forced into the unfortunate role of “bearer of bad news.” Dr. Scott is no different. He told the audience that our riparian ecosystems, the Escalante and Paria River watersheds, as well as the Kanab Creek headwaters, face an uncertain future. Droughts are often caused by a decrease in rain and snow, but nowadays, we are seeing droughts as a result of hotter temperatures. The monument, which has recorded an almost 3-degree climb since 1975, is projected to see an increase of 3 to 4 more degrees over the coming 30 years. The area is getting hotter and drier. A mega-drought is a dry spell that lasts two decades or longer. It could be experienced on the local level in a variety of ways: less snowpack, earlier snowmelt, changing monsoon trends, and a decrease in stream runoff. These effects would lead to a contraction of vegetation and wildlife on the landscape, less water for drinking and agriculture, and more drought-resistant invasive plants such as Russian thistle, lamb’s quarters, and tamarisk. Dr. Scott mentioned that the area has experienced other severe droughts throughout history. These mega-droughts had profound consequences on the people living on the landscape at that time. The lives of these ancestors can help to provide a cautionary tale of adaption.
“We can’t understand what is happening now, nor can we envision the future, without some understanding of the past.” Changing agricultural strategies, belief systems, and depopulation of the landscape were some methods that Indigenous peoples used to adapt to dry conditions in the past. They had no reservoirs back then, which Dr. Scott said could buy us a small amount of time. He also noted that there are many more people living across the region now, so depopulation is not as viable an adaptation in modern times. Scott mentioned that for a more resilient future, we also need to understand how the climate is impacting us in realtime. There is much scientific monitoring work to do. Without robust and ongoing data collection efforts, the area is “flying blind.” The monument offers a unique opportunity for large-scale study in that it provides a vast landscape with minimal human development to act as a “living laboratory.” On a lighter note, Scott said the recent decade-long effort to remove invasive Russian olive trees from the Es-
calante River’s banks is being lauded as a success. It was no easy task. “Russian olive is now the 4th most abundant woody riparian species across 17 western states, only behind native cottonwood, sandbar willow, and tamarisk.” The trees were planted along the river in the 1950s to help control soil erosion. By 1980, their population had exploded. Besides stabilizing soil, Russian olive trees absorb large amounts of water, form dense thickets, and out-compete native trees. Before the removal efforts, the encroachment of Russian olive on both public and private lands along the Escalante River and its tributaries was resulting in measurable ecological and economic losses. Over ten years, GSEP worked as the project lead in a multi-agency partnership to remove the trees along 90 miles of the river. Some of the removal areas were so difficult to reach that supplies needed to be carried in on horseback. The effort has been recognized as one of the largest backcountry restoration projects in the country. Dr. Scott ended by thanking the Partners for their dedication. “Visionary leadership and planning for climate-resilient management approaches are underway, and that is a reason to celebrate.” The next speaker was Davina Smith, a member of the Diné (Navajo) tribe and Board of Directors at GSEP. She began her talk in Diné. She paid tribute to her ancestors, as well as the Paiute, Ute, and Diné peoples, expressing her respect for their enduring role as land stewards of the area. Smith then discussed the importance of continuing to integrate tribes into land management efforts on the monu-
ment. She believes that an essential part of bridging current tensions surrounding the monument and moving forward is acknowledging the past. One aspect of this is recognizing the multi-generational atrocities committed against Native peoples. She shared some of the more painful themes of her personal story: forceable relocation, witnessing lands spoiled by the coal industry, growing up playing in ponds and drinking from an aquifer contaminated by uranium, surviving boarding school, and the ongoing fight for awareness of missing and murdered Indigenous women. Smith spoke of the continued need for recognition of Native people as co-stewards of the land beyond the level of tokenization and consultant. She’s attended meetings where archaeological finds are talked about as a thing of the past, making her feel as though she were an ancient relic. “Those are my relatives. We are not the past. We are still here.” Her talk served as a reminder that there is much work to do when it comes to inviting local tribes to the table for future co-management of our public lands. An audience member
asked how the monument can support Indigenous connections. “As a whole, through education and awareness. It starts with the community members that reside in our area: Engaging with tribal communities and hearing their perspectives. Not being their spokesperson, but including them. Listening to their stories and history.” Finally, Neak Loucks, the Education Programs Manager, gave an update on education projects at GSEP. Part of GSEP's mission includes “safeguarding the future” of the Monument. The 2nd Annual Native Perspectives Teach-In Series was one event that recognized the importance of including more Native knowledge and participation of Native peoples in land management. The “Ask An Expert” series hosted folks who shared their expertise on everything from Paiute Astronomy to Herpetology. In addition to events like webinars and the community lecture series, there has been a big focus on experiential learning opportunities. They have worked to connect learners of all ages to the monument by sparking the wonder of preschoolers at the summer science camp, engaging
traveling high school groups in fieldwork, and supporting local science teachers with continued education. Neak said that they have been exploring the role of education in minimizing visitor impacts. There is now a Trail Ambassadors Program, which trains volunteers in Leave No Trace principles. The Ambassadors rove the trails of the monument, providing informal learning opportunities to visitors. The hope is that teaching how to visit with respect, instead of scolding visitors to follow the rules, will be an avenue for deeper engagement that motivates them to care about the area. Neak finished their talk by inviting the audience to get involved. From graffiti remediation at Spooky and Peek-a-boo slot canyons to becoming a Trail Ambassador, there are many volunteer opportunities at GSEP. Learn more on their website, at www.gsenm.org/volunteer/. The mission of GSEP is to “honor the past and safeguard the future of Grand Staircase-Escalante National Monument through science, conservation, and education.”
O bituaries Emma Dee Orton Houston
KANAB / PANGUITCH - Emma Dee Houston passed away peacefully on October 6, 2021, in Kanab, Utah at age 90. She was born May 5, 1931, in Panguitch, Utah, to Preston Dee Orton and Emma Henrie. Her mother passed away on May 8, 1931, from complications with childbirth. Emma Dee's grandmother (Mary Elizabeth Linford Orton) raised Emma Dee. Emma Dee grew up and attended school in Panguitch, Utah. Shortly after the end of her junior year, Emma met the love of her life while roller skating. Bob Wright Houston, who had just returned from war, swept Emma Dee off her feet. The love they had for each other led to their marriage on May 8, 1948, in Fredonia, AZ. Their marriage was later sealed in the St. George Temple for time and all eternity on October 31, 1970. Emma was kept busy raising three children at home while Bob was on the road driving truck. Emma loved being a mother, and it truly was one of her joys in life. Her passion for family helped raised thirteen grandchildren and many great grandchildren. Emma's passion for family carried into her profession. Her cream pie was well known, and many people drove from miles away to have a piece of Emma's pie. She loved being in business with her two boys. Her passion for family built a business that was well recognized. Emma loved the Christmas season. Emma would spend hours decorating her house to share with her family and friends. One of the items Emma was well known for was her homemade fudge. The family traditions Emma established during those holiday months are still carried out today. Emma was a member of The Church of Jesus Christ of latter-day Saints. She held many different callings in her ward and stake. One of the callings she enjoyed serving was the activities coordinator. Emma spent countless hours coordinating roadshows, theater plays, dance festivals and sporting events for the youth. Emma's satisfaction in life was giving her time back to the community. After retirement, Emma loved spending time with her husband at the cabin at Panguitch Lake. Emma and Bob would spend the summer fishing with the grandchildren on the lake or just relaxing on the front porch swing. Many great memories were created at Panguitch Lake. Emma was preceded in death by her parents, her sweetheart Bob Wright Houston, granddaughter Jennifer Houston, and great grandson Karson Davis. She is survived by her children Robert (DayLean), Shirley (Clyde) Smith, and Joe (Molly), and her siblings Merle Orton, Wally Orton, Duane Orton, and Jackie Orton. Funeral Services for Emma Dee Orton Houston were on Monday, October 11, 2021 at 11:00 a.m. at the Kanab 5th Ward chapel, 20 West Center Street Kanab, Utah. There was a viewing at the chapel on Sunday from 6-8 p.m. and on Monday, from 9:30-10:45 a.m. prior to the funeral. Burial was at the Kanab Cemetery under the direction of Mosdell Mortuary.
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LegaL Notices NOTICE OF TRUSTEE'S SALE The following described property will be sold at public auction to the highest bidder, payable in lawful money of the United States at the time of the sale, at the entrance to the GARFIELD COUNTY COURTHOUSE located at 55 South Main Street, Panguitch, Utah, on November 8, 2021, at 4:00 p.m. on said day, for the purpose of foreclosing a Trust Deed with Assignment of Rents dated August 10, 2015 and executed by PRISBREY HOME CENTERS, INC., a Utah Corporation, Trustor, in favor of H&R Home Center, LLC, a Utah limited liability company, and H&R Building Supply, LLC, a Utah limited liability company, as Beneficiary (hereafter “Trust Deed”). The Trust Deed was recorded on August 13, 2015 as Entry No. 267418, Book 490, Page 463, in the official records of the Garfield County Recorder, State of Utah. The Trust Deed covers that real property located at approximately 24 East 100 North, Panguitch, Utah 84759 in Garfield County, State of Utah, and is particularly described as follows: Beginning 60.00 feet East of the Northwest Corner of Lot 2, Block 28, Plat "B", PANGUITCH TOWN SURVEY and running thence East 181.00 feet more or less to the Northeast corner of said Lot 2; thence South 186.00 feet more or less to a point 50.00 feet North of the South boundary of said Lot 2; thence West 191.00 feet; thence North 100.00 feet more or less to a point 86.00 feet South of the North boundary of said Lot 2; thence East 10.00 feet; thence North 86.00 feet to the Point of Beginning. Also the West 72.00 feet of the North half of Lot 1, Block 28, Plat "B" PANGUITCH TOWN SURVEY. Together with all buildings, fixtures and improvements thereon and all water rights, rights of way, easements, rents, issues, profits, income, tenements, hereditaments, privileges and appurtenances thereunto belonging, now or hereafter used or enjoyed with said property, or any part thereof, SUBJECT HOWEVER, to the right, power and authority hereinafter given to and conferred upon Beneficiary to collect and apply such rents, issues, and profits. (hereafter referred to as the “Property”) A Substitution of Trustee and Notice of Default were recorded on June 18, 2020 as Documents 277807 and 277808, respectively, in the official records of the Recorder of Garfield County, State of Utah. The undersigned Substitute Trustee has elected to sell or cause to be sold all rights, title, and interest of the Trustor in and to the real property described in the aforementioned Trust Deed in order to satisfy such obligations in favor of the Beneficiary. Bidders must tender to the Substitute Trustee a deposit of five thousand dollars ($5,000.00), at the time of the sale, and the balance of the purchase price will be due by 12:00 p.m. mountain time on the first business day following the sale. Both the deposit and the balance must be paid to V. Lowry Snow, Trustee, in the form of a wire transfer, cashier’s check, or certified funds. Cash payments, personal checks, or trust checks are not accepted. The Substitute Trustee will sell the above Property at the time of the sale without warranty, express or implied, subject to all encumbrances of record. Anyone having questions or desiring information regarding the property to be sold should contact V. Lowry Snow at (435) 628-3588, hours of office operation: 8:30 a.m. to 5:30 p.m., Monday through Friday, except legal holidays. THIS IS AN ATTEMPT TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION OBTAINED WILL BE USED TO COLLECT THIS DEBT. V. Lowry Snow Substitute Trustee Published in the Wayne & Garfield County Insider on OCTOBER 7, 14 & 21, 2021
OFFICIAL NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING TORREY TOWN PLANNING & ZONING COMMISSION Torrey Town Planning and Zoning Commission will hold a public hearing during its regularly scheduled Oct. 28 planning and zoning meeting at 6 p.m. It will be the first item of business. The purpose of the public hearing is to receive comments concerning a proposed amendment to several sections of the Torrey ordinances. A document describing the changes and the reasons for the changes is available on the Torrey town website, https://na01.safelinks.protection.outlook. com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.torreyutah.gov%2F&d ata=04%7C01%7C%7C6e5eab4e22c24defb64108d989b902e5 %7C84df9e7fe9f640afb435aaaaaaaaaaaa%7C1%7C0%7C6376 92249972505042%7CUnknown%7CTWFpbGZsb3d8eyJWIjoiMC4wLjAwMDAiLCJQIjoiV2luMzIiLCJBTiI6Ik1haWwiLCJ XVCI6Mn0%3D%7C1000&sdata=9SRhgcbssb0mhle5L aNF%2BbkxNR40P%2FnXxGvH%2BTZjMCM%3D&re served=0 or at the Torrey town offices. YOU ARE ENCOURAGED TO ATTEND OR SUBMIT COMMENTS. The hearing will be held both virtually via Zoom and in person at the Torrey Town Pavilion, which is located at 75 East 100 North, Torrey, Utah. Published in the Wayne & Garfield County Insider on OCTOBER 14 & 21, 2021 NOTICE OF PROPOSED ZONING CHANGE WAYNE COUNTY PROPOSED CHANGE FROM: EXISTING NON CONFORMING USE TO: RESORT RECREATION WITH A CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT INTENDED USE: MULEY TWIST INN BED & BREAKFAST PLUS AN ADDITIONAL 24 GLAMPING SITES & EVENT PAVILION ZONING CHANGE REQUESTED BY: NICHOLAS KANAAN A PUBLIC HEARING WILL BE HELD PRIOR TO THE PLANNING & ZONING MEETING ON OCTOBER 27, 2021 @ 7 PM AT THE WAYNE COUNTY COURTHOUSE LEGAL DES: PARCEL’S 02-0027-0087 / O-797-01, 0226-0817 / O-782-3 & 02-0027-0806 / O-797-0 Sections 16 & 21 T29S R4E SLB&M Location: 199 W 125 S Teasdale, UT 84773 Published in the Wayne & Garfield County Insider on OCTOBER 14 & 21, 2021 ANNUAL BUDGET MEETING PANGUITCH LAKE SPECIAL SERVICE FIRE DISTRICT Panguitch Lake Special Service Fire District will hold its annual budget meeting Thursday, October 21, 2021, at the Panguitch Lake Fire Station at 5 p.m. All are invited to attend. Published in the Wayne & Garfield County Insider on OCTOBER 14, 2021
LAND FOR SALE UTAH SCHOOL AND INSTITUTIONAL TRUST LANDS ADMINISTRATION
Utah School and Institutional Trust Lands Administration is offering for sale a one-acre lot which is part of the Widtsoe Townsites in Garfield County. This is our last lot which will be sold in this historic area. The property is in an ideal location, near many recreational opportunities and only 13 miles from Bryce Canyon National Park. The minimum acceptable price for this lot will be $15,000.00. It will be sold through an online auction process with bids being accepted November 4-10, 2021. Please visit www.trustlands.utah.gov or call 877-526-3725 for more information. Published in the Wayne & Garfield County Insider on OCTOBER 14, 21 & 28, 2021 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 Nov. 10, 2021 either electronically using the Division`s on-line Protest of Application form, by hand delivery to a Division office, or by mail at PO Box 146300, Salt Lake City, UT 84114-6300. Please visit waterrights.utah.gov or call (801)5387240 for additional information. NEW APPLICATION(S) 97-2476 (A82931): Knolls End propose(s) using 1.73 ac-ft. from groundwater (Hwy 12) for DOMESTIC; IRRIGATION. 97-2477 (A82934): Justin Cook propose(s) using 1.72 acft. from groundwater (Escalante area) for IRRIGATION. Teresa Wilhelmsen, P.E. State Engineer Published in the Wayne & Garfield County Insider on OCTOBER 14 & 21 , 2021
Torrey P & Z: Ordinance updates /
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size requirements other than as required by international building standards. A public hearing on the proposed revisions will be conducted as the first agenda
item at the October 28 Commission meeting. Torrey Town Planning and Zoning Commission meetings are held on the last Thursday of every month at 6:30 PM June - Oct. and 5:30 PM Nov. - May - unless otherwise noted.
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October 18 - October 24 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. This is not the best week for stargazing because the moon is full on Wednesday the 20th, and its bright light washes out all but the planets and the brighter stars all this week. To be exact, the moon is full at 8:57:39 a.m. that morning, which is the precise moment when the moon is directly opposite the sun. In practice, we say the moon is full all day, and in reality, it does look full for several days. At any rate, it reflects sunlight back to earth and lights our night-time sky. By the way, the moon is more than twice as bright on the night when it is full as it is three days before and after, although, it doesn’t look it, and this is because when the sun is shining straight down on it, tiny crystals in the moon rocks reflect more light back to earth than when they’re lighted at even a slight angle. Moonlight doesn’t dim
the three planets that are out tonight. Venus is the brightest, and it appears low in the southwest as the sky is growing dark. Telescopically, Venus looks like a tiny half-moon, and as it approaches the earth in weeks to come, it will become an increasingly slim crescent, but you do need a telescope that magnifies at least 50 times to see its phase, or shape. The phases of Venus were discovered by Galileo who was the first to point a telescope toward it. Jupiter is the second brightest planet, but you see it in the south against a darker sky, so Jupiter looks as bright as Venus. Jupiter is due south at around 10 p.m., and then, it moves toward the west, setting a few hours after midnight. Saturn is 15° to the right of Jupiter (remember that the width of your fist held at arm’s length is about 10°), and it’s only 1/20th as bright, but that’s
still as bright as the brighter stars. Mercury is in the morning sky where it rises an hour before the sun. Normally, you might look for the Orionid Meteor Shower which peaks on the morning of the 22nd, but this year bright moonlight ruins it. That’s a shame because these meteors are dust shed by Halley’s Comet long ago, and on a dark night you might see one meteor every few minutes radiate from the direction of Orion. 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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SERVICES COOKS Wayne School District is accepting applications for a Head Cook at Loa Elementary, and an assistant cook; at Loa Elementary or Wayne High School. These positions are part-time with no benefits. Salary will be according to Wayne School District’s salary schedule. An applicant needs to be friendly with students and needs to be able to work as a team. Applicants must also have or be willing to obtain a current food handler’s permit and keep up on all training. The Head Cook also needs to be able to accomplish paperwork and food ordering on time and accurately and follow all USDA regulations. Interested individuals may fill out a written application at Wayne School District Office, 79 North 100 West, Bicknell, UT or found online at waynesd. org . Applications can be submitted in person or electronically to tyler.newton@waynesd.org and/ or Jennifer.batty@waynesd.org. Closing Date: Open until filled Wayne School District is an equal opportunity employer and provider, and reserves the right to accept or reject any or all applications.
When in Need, There are Resources in Wayne and Garfield Counties
For Victims of Domestic Violence, Rape, and Sexual Assault
Canyon Creek Women's Crisis Center
Emergency Safehouse 435-865-7443 Mobile Team 435-233-5732 New Horizons Crisis Center 145 East 100 North, Richfield Office Hours 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM Shelter is open 24 hrs, 7 days a week Phone Number 435-896-9294 Counseling Services Central Utah Counseling Richfield Office 255 S Main Street, Richfield Office Hours 435-896-8236 24 Hour Emergency Service 877-469-2822 Southwest Behavioral Health Center 601 E Center Street, Panguitch 435-676-8176 24 Hour Emergency Service 800-574-6763 Wayne Community Health Center 128 South 300 West Bicknell, 84715 435-425-3744 National Suicide Prevention Lifeline 1-800-273-8255
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October 14, 2021
To place your ad, call 435-826-4400 or email snapshot@live.com
Classified ads start at just $7.50 per week for 25 words or less. 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 October 22, 2021. 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) 6527696. 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.
LABORER / TRACTOR OPERATOR Garfield County is accepting applications for a laborer/ tractor operator to cover the County dead animal pit once a day, five days a week. The work can be done on your own schedule and will require approximately 45 minutes per day. Applications are available at the Garfield County Clerk's Office 55 South Main, Panguitch, UT 84759 or at www.garfield.utah.gov. Applications will be accepted at the Clerk’s Office until the position is filled. Garfield County reserves the right to accept or reject any or all applications. Garfield County is an equal opportunity employer.
JUSTICE COURT CLERK Garfield County is accepting applications for a Justice Court Clerk. Both part-time or full-time positions are available. Applicants need to work well with the public and have basic office and computer skills. For more information or questions call 435-676-1100. 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, October 15, 2021. Garfield County reserves the right to accept reject any or all applications. Garfield County is an equal opportunity employer.
BUILDING MAINTENANCE AND ROAD CREW LABORER Garfield County Road Department is accepting applications for a building maintenance and road crew laborer in Panguitch. Pre-work drug testing is required. The position is full-time with benefits. Applications are available at the Garfield County Clerk's Office (435) 676-1100 or online at Garfield.utah.gov. Applications must be submitted by 5:00 p.m. October 15, 2021. Garfield County is an equal opportunity employer.
DEPUTY CLERK / AUDITOR Garfield County is accepting applications for a Deputy Clerk/Auditor. The position is full-time with benefits. Applicants need to work well with the public and have basic office and computer skills. 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, October 15, 2021. Garfield County reserves the right to accept or reject any or all applications. Garfield County is an equal opportunity employer.
GARBAGE TRUCK DRIVER Garfield County is accepting applications for a position as a Garbage Truck Driver. The position is full-time with benefits. Prework drug testing and CDL required. Applications are available at the Garfield County Clerk’s Office, 55 S. main, Panguitch, or online at www.garfield. Utah.gov. Applications and resumes will be accepted until 5:00 p.m. Friday October 22, 2021. For questions please call 435-238-0935. Garfield County reserves the right to accept or reject any or all applications. Garfield County is an equal opportunity employer.
We are looking for friendly, hardworking professionals who enjoy the hospitality industry and interaction with guests. 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 Elementary Teacher at Boulder Elementary Part-Time Custodian at Boulder Elementary Substitute/Activity Bus Drivers in Escalante Bus Route Driver in Boulder Para-Professionals at All Schools SALARY: Please see 2021-2022 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. DENTAL ASSISTANT PANGUITCH DENTAL Panguitch Dental is looking for a motivated Dental Assistant to join their team. This position will be parttime, working three to four days per week. Must be 18 or older. The position responsibilities include: • Patient Interaction. • Taking X-Rays. • Chair-side assisting. • Scheduling, Charting, Documenting dental visits on computer. • Sterilization of dental Instruments. • Set-up and cleaning operatory and office. Experienced applicants would have the following: • Dental Assisting Experience • Pedo, Endo, Oral Surgery and General Dentistry Experience. • Knowledge of Computer Charting and Digital x-rays • X-Ray Certified. • CPR Certified. We are willing to train those with no assisting experience. Wage is negotiable if you have dental experience. Email your resume to: tlamb@waynechc.org Or you can drop it off in person at Panguitch Dental. 75 N 200 E, Panguitch, UT 84759 MEDICAL ASSISTANT KAZAN MEMORIAL CLINIC ESCALANTE Kazan Memorial Clinic in Escalante is hiring a Medical Assistant. Come and join our team!!! Three days a week with part-time benefits, hours will be 9am to 5pm. Experience preferred by not required. Primary responsibilities would include: • Patient intake • Patient health documentation • Lab draws and lab testing • General Patient care • X-rays • Working as a team member Must pass a back ground check Wage based on experience If you are interested, please, send resume to Cindi Steed at csteed@waynechc.org
SERVICES
MEETINGS
WAYNE COUNTY FOOD BANK IS OPEN 3RD WEDNESDAY OF EACH MONTH FROM 1-3PM COMMUNITY CENTER IN BICKNELL PRE-MADE BOXES, READY FOR PICK-UP. REGULAR AND SENIOR PROGRAMS. EASY APPLICATION! QUESTIONS? CALL 435-691-3923
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
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 CAPITOL REEF CIDER WORKS BICKNELL Capitol Reef Cider Works of Bicknell, Utah is looking for intelligent dedicated employees to advance our apple orchard and cider operation. Reliability and good physical fitness are required. Fulltime and part-time positions available. Preferred Skills: Construction, Welding, Automotive Mechanics, Biology, Horticulture. Email resumes and questions to: capitolreefciderworks@gmail.com
PARAPROFESSIONAL POSITIONS OPEN Wayne School District is accepting applications for Paraprofessionals at Loa Elementary & Wayne Middle School. 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. This position is for 27 hours a week with no benefits. Applications will be accepted until filled with an initial review on October 12, 2021. Applications can be found on the District Webpage. Applications may be given to the School District Office, or tyler.newton@waynesd.org, or mailed to Wayne School District, PO Box 127, Bicknell, UT 84715. Wayne School District is an equal opportunity employer and provider, and reserves the right to accept or reject any or all applications.
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SENIOR CENTER MENUS BRYCE VALLEY AREA Senior Lunches at the HENRIEVILLE Senior Center TUES Oct. 19th WED Oct. 20th THURS Oct. 21st
Chili, Salad Bar, Pears, Cinnamon Roll Chicken Noodle Soup w / Vegetables, Salad Bar, Mandarin Oranges, Cookie Roast Turkey, Potatoes & Gravy, Carrots, Salad Bar / Peaches, Pumpkin Cake
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.
Escalante Senior Citizens Menu Tues. Oct. 19th
Tater Tot Casserole w/ Mixed Veggies, Broccoli, Roll / Mixed Fruit, Candy Popcorn
Wed. Oct. 20th
Sloppy Joes, Potato Salad, Baked Beans, Peaches, Magic Bar
Thurs. Oct. 21st
Corn Chowder, Scones w/ Honey Butter, Relish Tray, Mixed Fruit, Cherry Cheesecake
All meals are served with milk or juice. If you would like a meal, please call us by 10:00 am. 826-4317. Suggested donation for seniors over 60 $3.00, and under 60 is $7.00