October 18, 2012 Wayne & Garfield County Insider

INSIDER Panguitch • Panguitch Lake • Hatch • Bryce • Tropic • Antimony • Henrieville • Cannonville • Escalante • Boulder • Fremont • Loa • Lyman

Thursday, October 18, 2012 • Issue # 966

Bicknell • Teasdale • Torrey • Grover • Fruita • Caineville • Hanksville

Utah House Candidates Square Off in Public Debate

A Great Day, A Great Run! The Escalante Canyons Marathon

by Mary Parkin

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Utah District 73 candidates Ty Markham (at podium) and Mike Noel (seated) at a debate last Tuesday sponsored by the Kanab Chamber of Commerce.

KANAB - The auditorium at Kanab Middle School was filled to capacity last Tuesday evening as the candidates for Utah House District 73 met in a public forum to share their views about how best to represent the needs of the district in the state legislature.

The tone of the debate among both the candidates and the audience was relaxed and respectful as the incumbent to the seat, Mike Noel of Kanab, and challenger Ty Markham of Torrey, laid out their differ-

ences as well as a few areas of agreement. The event, sponsored by the Kanab Chamber of Commerce, was well moderated, keeping the candidates within their response times and the overall event within the proposed two hour time frame.

Candidates had an opportunity to provide opening statements about themselves, and to answer three questions posed by the debate committee, followed by several questions that were submitted from

members of the audience. The primary questions posed to the candidates were regarding the challenges and opportunities for schools in rural Utah, the challenges to rural health care, and the best ways to promote the economic health of the district.

Ms. Markham won the coin toss to introduce herself first. She highlighted her family history as original settlers of Spanish Fork, her education at Brigham Young University cont’d on page 2

A Howlin’ Good Place to Shop you’ll find at Blind Coyote,” says Lana Frerichs, who works with Mercer at the store.

For example, here’s a short list from a 2-minute, “scan” of what the store has to offer: bolts of fabric, dog bowls, lamps, books, birthday cards and candles, gift wrap, fur coats, jewelry boxes, camp chairs, toys, games, puzzles, calculators and other office supplies, propane tanks, blankets and towels, a cowhide rug, women’s jeans, vintage clothes, TWGCI P Business owner Vickie Mercer among a very small sample of the shirts, men’s clothing, feather boas, animal figurines (a many eclectic wares offered at the Blind Coyote Trading Post. lot of mooses), pictures and ESCALANTE - A lot of Opening this past April, picture frames, tablecloths, bird the time, shopping in our small store owner Vickie Mercer houses, an Aphrodite statuette. towns is all about making sure says her idea for the trading Get the picture? we get the basics covered. post is, “To have a little place Of special interest to the Food. Gas. Plumbing fittings where people can stop, relax, jewelry shopper is that Blind to stop that leak that’s driving maybe have a coffee or a capCoyote specializes in vintage you crazy. In this environment puccino, take in the view and sterling silver charms and penof austerity, what could be look around.” For travelers, dants and Native American more refreshing than a place this might mean a welcome jewelry. that says, “Come on in and break from driving, and for lo“I look for the unusual browse?” cals, it might mean a place to when I’m buying merchandise,” Because at Escalante’s actually find something fansays Mercer, explaining her Blind Coyote Trading Post, ciful for yourself or a gift for strategy for stocking the store. that’s exactly what you’ll end someone’s birthday.

The Blind Coyote Tradup doing.

“You never know what ing Post will be open until the end of October. If you haven’t figured this out already, it’s might be a good place to work out your Halloween outfit. And discounts are offered to locals.

Blind Coyote Trading Post is located at 535 W. Main in Escalante and is open seasonally from April through October.

Hours are from 9:30–6:30 Mon– Sat, and Sundays “by chance.”

Tel. 435-730-5540.

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ESCALANTE - After two rainy days, Saturday, October 13, dawned as one of the most beautiful mornings we’ve ever seen in the Escalante Canyons.

At sunrise, 25 marathoners gathered at the start line in Boulder, ready to pioneer the course to Escalante. Over 30 runners then assembled at Head of the Rocks for the 10mile race to Escalante. Greg Allen got both races off to a perfect start, and thus began the first-ever Escalante Canyons Marathon and Head of the Rocks 10-Miler over a course that one person said was sure to become “legendary.”

Local runners joined runners from as far away as Mexico City and Alaska to take on this challenge. The youngest runner, 15 years old, ran the marathon, an amazing feat. At the other end of the spectrum were marathoners and 10-milers in their 60s.

These were racers with heart. The last marathon finisher was a 64-year-old cancer survivor who ten years ago was given three months to live; her friend, a 10-miler, shed 60 pounds in training. Our overall winner slept in his truck the night before the race after driving up from Arizona. One runner celebrated her birthday by running the 10-miler, while two racers ran just one week after completing the St. George marathon. And a Salt Lake architectural firm, GSBS Architects, was represented by four runners with one taking third place in the marathon and another taking first place in the 10-miler.

Escalante and Boulder had their own champions. Until Saturday, Jill Phillips hadn’t run more than 15 miles, but she finished the 26.2-mile marathon. Nola Otterstrom, the first woman to finish the 10-miler, Melani Torgersen, Dale Richards, Jarel Anderson, Ashley Chidester, and Corinne Rubio were cheered by local friends and family along the 10-mile course.

The community showed its spirit during both races, rooting for every racer along the course and as they crossed the finish line at Escalante High School. The final finisher was spontaneously accompanied by Cailon Causey over the last mile; those cheer-

Escalante resident Melani Torgersen (right) and other runners at the start of the 10-Miler, beginning at Head of the Rocks on Hwy 12. ing them on had a lump in the throat as the race came to a beautiful conclusion.

The races were preceded by a sumptuous pre-race dinner on Friday night at the Escalante City Park Pavilion.

Afternoon thunderstorms provided some suspense but subsided in time to allow for a cool but festive get-together with a surprisingly good turnout. Following the races, fresh fruit and other refreshments were provided to the weary runners.

Volunteers were pivotal to the event’s success. Many fine people contributed to the prerace dinner, placing mile markers and equipment along the course, hosting 16 aid stations, and post-race clean-up. Ashley Coombs of Boulder measured the course (by cycling from Escalante to Boulder!), and Terry Tontlewicz cleaned up the roadside the day before the race. The Utah Highway Patrol, Garfield County Sheriff’s Office, Boulder and Escalante EMTs, and Escalante Fire Department ensured a safe race.

Patrick Hayes captured many great photos and images of the runners.

The races were made possible by the support of several sponsors, including the Garfield County Office of Tourism and businesses and individuals from Tropic to Escalante. We were also fortunate to have the in-kind services of Marshall Thompson, Malcolm Judd, and Garrett Cottam for the escalantecanyonsmarathon.com website.

Finally, a race committee worked diligently to bring the dream of an Escalante Canyons Marathon to fruition.

The race committee included Brent Cottam, Louise and Larry Barnes, Lori Coleman, Sabrina Hughes, Drew and Mary Parkin, Dale Richards, and Melani Torgersen. Greg Allen and Wade and Lori Beebe were race timers extraordinaire.

We want to let everyone who participated know how much your efforts were appreciated. We’re looking forward to next year’s event, scheduled for October 12, 2013, and hope to see you there!

For more photos of the Escalante Canyons Marathon and 10-Miler, visit www.desertactionimages.com

RACE WINNERS Marathon Winners Overall Winner and Men’s First Place: Gary Krugger, Flagstaff, AZ (2: 54: 02) Men’s Second Place: Robert Ellerbruch, Farmington, UT (3: 06: 58) Men’s Third Place: Jesse Allen, Salt Lake City, UT (3: 18: 56) Women’s First Place: Nola Otterstrom, Salt Lake City, UT (4: 05: 18) Women’s Second Place: Tiffany Noble, Murray, UT (4: 21: 49) Women’s Third Place: Jana Foggin (4: 28: 39) 10-Miler Winners Overall Winner and Men’s First Place: Jeff Bollinger, Salt Lake City, UT (1: 08: 00) Men’s Second Place: Wyatt Koyle, Heyburn, ID (1: 08: 51) Men’s Third Place: Nathan Henderson, Delta, UT (1: 11: 24) Women’s First Place: Anna Henderson, Delta, UT (1: 21: 56) Women’s Second Place: Jennifer Smith, Salt Lake City, UT (1: 24: 19) Women’s Third Place: Kristen Snedeger, Fremont, UT (1: 24: 45) Wayne Phone: 435-836-2622 Garfield Phone: 435-676-2621 Fax 1-888-370-8546 PO BOX 105, Escalante, Utah 84726 snapshot@live.com

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Letters

GARFIELD SCHOOL BOARD

Your Vote Really Does Count Can you image Utah without national forests or BLM lands? You and your family have used these lands for generations to camp, fish, hunt, hike or use your ATV, gather firewood and graze your livestock. Your children and grandchildren may not have those opportunities, if some our present crop of politicians get their way. They often sound like the most radical environmental organizations,.That is: it is my way, or no way.

No doubt, some of the regulations on these lands are very frustrating. Just ask any federal land management employee.

They will readily agree that too much of their time and energy is spent migrating through the maze of complicated details before any actual project work can be done. Obviously, some regulations are necessary in order to curtail those individuals and corporations that would cut corners to exploit our natural resources, not to help our state or nation, but only to add to their own personal wealth. But let’s be reasonable! Just getting rid of the federal land management agencies is not the most realistic, or sensible thing to do.

Several of our state politicians have taken a very hardnosed stand on this issue, including our current governor, and especially our own House District # 73 Representative, Mike Noel of Kanab. Mike’s stance is amazing, since he was a career BLM employee and continues to draw life-long benefits from a job that he says now pays federal employees two to three times too much.

He still has very bad feelings regarding the announcement of the Grand Staircase/Escalante National Monument, as he watched his BLM work to get the large Andelex Coal Mine in Kane County go south. He has made clear that his main focus the next two years, if reelected, will be to get rid of the

Monument and most all other federal lands and employees in Utah and the West.

The USFS and BLM employ and support many families in the 6+ counties of District 73. Contrary to Mike’s comments that these lands contribute very little as they are now administered, by far, Utah’s largest industry is tourism and outdoor recreation. Even in the present stale economy, it has continued to grow, especially in Southern Utah. The access for recreation on our public federal lands is unknown in most of the U.S. and world.

Our visitors are amazed when we take these lands for granted.

Since early Western exploration, the mountains, canyons, valleys, and desert areas of the Western US have been an overwhelming draw to millions of people. As the population grows and urban areas become more crowded, the value of the outdoors only gets more important to human sanity as people try to get an occasional diversion from their crowded, hectic city lives. Most new residents and businesses are attracted to re-locate in Utah because of an earlier visit to our beautiful outdoors. To many, the idea of getting rid of public lands is like killing the goose that lays the golden egg.

After years, perhaps decades, of court litigation, while other pressing problems are ignored, and many millions of our tax dollars gone, if all or some of this land were to transfer to state control, then what?

Obviously, the state does not have the resources, as it is, to manage it anywhere near the level that the feds have.

Remember, every tax-paying citizen in the nation now helps to pay for employees, firefighting, livestock range, water and wildlife projects, roads, and everything else that occurs on this land. If this were to totally be in Utah’s hand, things could get scary real fast.

To hire employees to manage the land, where is the money to come from? Perhaps just increase your state income taxes, no way! Charge higher livestock grazing fees than the feds do now, get real! Then sell it of course!! Sell what? Much of Utah’s federal lands are western deserts or high mountain watersheds. Even if it were to be sold, the federal government gets nearly all of the sale money up front. That’s means the new private land must generate high real estate taxes for the state. Utah is the nation’s second driest state, very different than all Eastern states.

Obviously, only the most lucrative lands along lakes, streams, mountain valleys, and around desert wetland areas could be sold and developed to generate the necessary tax revenue. Oh, oh, but those are my campsites, fishing, and hunting spots? My brother is also alloted a grazing permit in those areas. Also, how will the sale eventually affect the mountain watersheds and the already populated valleys and farms that depend on that critical water? No problem, the state would make regulations to control those private landowners. What! More regulations!

Do you get what I am saying? Most local ranchers and farmers would be unable to afford to purchase the expensive land. Out of state speculators, and high end corporations would end up owning most of the land. Your grazing and recreational access would be gone as you now know it. As an example, Pronghorn hunters in Texas pay from $800 to $1300 to gain access to private lands to hunt, because there are almost no public lands.

Even now, most Utahn’s are unaware that the Utah Division of Wildlife Resources currently pays the State Institutional Trust Lands Administration $500,000 annually, so hunters and fishermen can have ac-

cess to state trust lands. As it is, ATV’s are coming to Panguitch, Kanab, and other Utah locales because they cannot use their machines near home in Kansas or Indiana. Yes, Virginia, Mississippi, Michigan or most anywhere else east of the Mississippi has it’s beauties, although not as spectacular as Utah’s. However, there is very limited access, and then only if you pay an access fee. We need to count our blessings and quit griping.

Let’s instead elect in District # 73 a person who doesn’t adhere to a one-stance or nothing philosophy. Ty Markham, of Torrey, Wayne County, wants to work with local, state, and federal politicians and administrators, as well as the diverse organizations who want to have a voice in the management of our natural resources.

She wants to get past the loud rhetoric and posturing of the two dominant parties. She is not a democrat nor republican.

She is running as an independent voice. Above all, she is a problem solver and has the intellect, energy and personality to do it!

Without doubt, Mike is a hard worker and is a good man.

However, after 10 years, it is time for a change. If you are fed up with party politics, and the bickering and blustering that goes with it, please take time to consider the issues and why you are voting. Then vote for the best person representing your views, and not just for the party. We have always had a man representing us in Southern Utah. Currently, he now says things are not good.

Perhaps, a woman’s touch is needed to create a better future.

Norman McKee, Panguitch Opinions expressed in letters to the editor are not necessarily those of The Insider. Letters may be submitted to snapshot@live.com.

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where she met her husband, their subsequent years while he went to dental school and worked as a dentist in Chicago and California, and her own education in psychology and career as a therapist, which she said honed her skills at, “Listening, mediation and problem solving.” Ms. Markham says she was thrilled to eventually return to her home state to take a job at the University of Utah, and that she has currently “retired” to owning her own small business, a bed and breakfast in Torrey.

Mr. Noel highlighted his 10 years as representative of the district, and his experience as chair of the Cowboy Caucus and the Conservative Caucus. He noted that District 73 is the largest in Utah, representing portions of eight counties, and is presented with particular challenges due to its rural qualities. Mr. Noel said he has stuck with it because he wanted to make sure rural Utah has jobs, and that there isn’t an overburden of state government. He said that in his view the government is, “Out of control,” and “needs to be blocked,” and cited the Grand Staircase-Escalante National Monument as a primary example. He noted that the region is exporting talented kids due to a lack of opportunity.

On the subject of education, Mr. Noel responded first, saying that the reason our region doesn’t have enough funding for education is due to public lands and overregulation, and that his primary focus in office is to get public lands into control of the state of Utah. Ms. Markham responded by saying her view is that Utah’s education challenges are similar to those of other states, and that studies show marked improvements in student literacy in recent

years, showing that teachers are working hard and doing a good job. She highlighted the need for programs such as NESS (The Necessary Existent Small Schools Program) a state fund that supports small, rural school districts. She said that the program is in trouble at the state level and she will work to keep it funded, and to promote a broad range of ideas on improving education.

On health care, Ms. Markham responded that the key issues are cost and the prevalence of under-insured and uninsured individuals. She noted that in rural areas there are fewer employer-sponsored insurance plans, and more individual plans, which are often not as good. She noted that there is a shortage of health care workers in rural communities and incentives are needed to attract health care workers and to provide more choices for care. Mr. Noel stated that he has served on the Medicaid task force, and that it is a good program, but that costs of Medicaid are increasing at four times that of the general fund. He said that again he goes back to this theme, that we don’t have sufficient health care funding because of public land.

On economic issues, Mr. Noel said, “I’ve already mentioned what we can do. We need to get the federal government out of District 73.”

He said that tourism is very important, and small business, too, but he would rather have coal and timber receipts. As a small business owner, Ms. Markham says, she sees it differently--that policies are needed to promote and expand small business. “Entrepreneurs are the ones that start a business and develop jobs,” she said. And that there are many industries that we can

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Audience members listened attentively as candidates discussed the issues during last Tuesday’s forum in Kanab. be supporting, such as in agriculture, value-added products, technology industries and renewable energy. She said, “Right now, our efforts are on spending too much time representing out-of-state corporate interests. It is time to invest in local small businesses who invest in our communities.”

Regarding the expenditure of funds to fight the federal government on public lands issues. Ms. Markham stated that she feels, “Millions of dollars have been wasted fighting the federal government. And it has not ended up in any gains to the communities.” Her feeling is that we can work with the federal government to resolve issues at the table, not in the court room. “Do we spend money on lawsuits, or on the local economy and jobs?” she said. Mr. Noel said that we shouldn’t have to go “hat in hand” to the federal government for access to lands, that overregulation makes it impossible to permit power lines and water development.

“These roads that were slated for closure,” he said, “We will get these roads back.”

A question was posed asking for their stance on resource extraction. Mr. Noel stated that he spent 20 years working with the Bureau of Land Management, and that there are “Enough regulations to work with every environ-

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mental issue.” But that, “The permitting process to purse extraction on federal lands takes too long.” Ms. Markham said that she supports resource extraction in balance with other public needs, and that she feels it is, “Important to asses where extraction can occur without destroying our quality of life.”

She noted that it’s also important for Utah to charge severance taxes from the resources we do extract, to gain full value from their development.

When asked about ways to balance tourism and natural resource economies to attract future residents to the area, Mr. Noel responded, “We need livable jobs. For example, we created a jail down here, which is a good product.

We want to see roads open.

Not signs where you can’t go. We don’t want unelected federal bureaucrats in charge.

We need to be in control,” said Noel.

Ms. Markham cited tourism, recreation and hospitality as the region’s number one industry today, and that the BLM and other lands agencies provide good jobs. Ms. Markham noted that $10.8 billion was spent in Utah in 2011 on tourism. “We are getting a lot from our public lands. We need a chorus of solutions, not just one drumbeat,” said Markham.

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ELECTION NOVEMBER 6, 2012 Please Come Out and Vote Your Involvement is Important

Kay Englestead School Board Candidate Panguitch Precinct #1 WRITE IN CANDIDATE: DR. TODD MOONEY FOR PANGUITCH SCHOOL BOARD DISTRICT 2 I am running for this position to give back to this great community that my family and I have been blessed to live in for the past twelve years and to ensure the best possible opportunities for our children. I have a strong family history and faith in public education. I have 7 children (2 PHS graduates and 5 others spread throughout all 3 Panguitch schools) *I will be a voice for PANGUITCH *I will focus on the education of OUR children *I will work to put OUR TAX $ towards the best education possible to prepare our children for life *I will be open minded to your suggestions or concerns

I would appreciate your WRITE IN vote!

29th Annual Holiday Fair Saturday, October 20th 2012 Join us at the Bicknell Community Center From 10-5 and get a jump start on your holiday shopping!!

There will be lunch, home décor, furniture, jewelry, everything you need to get through the holidays, including special holiday treats!!

For Booth information please contact DeAnn Schaugaard 435-836-2307 or 435-691-0242 Julie Jeffery 435-836-2764 or 435-691-3301

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GSENM Hosts National Fossil Day Events

KANAB – Grand Staircase-Escalante National Monument is celebrating this year’s National Fossil Day with two events – an open house of the Monument’s paleontology lab on October 18, and a tour of an actual dinosaur excavation site on October 19.

National Fossil Day is a celebration organized to promote public awareness and stewardship of fossils, as well as to foster a greater appreciation of their scientific and educational value. Fossils discovered on the nation’s public lands preserve ancient life from all major eras of Earth’s history, and from every major group of animal or plant. Here on the Monument, the many discoveries of new species of

dinosaurs the past decade have actually changed how paleontologists view the world of 65 million years ago.

The open house in the Paleontology Lab will allow visitors to see a beautiful Parasaurolophus skull and other fossil treasures along with demonstrations of standard laboratory techniques. The lab is located in the new Bureau of Land Management Complex at 669 South Highway 89A in Kanab.

The lab will be open to the public from 12 noon until 5 p.m. on Thursday, October 18.

On Friday, October 19, GSENM’s National Fossil Day celebration moves from the lab to the field with site tours of a hadrosaur dinosaur skeleton found in the north Kaiparowits

Plateau area near Grosvenor Arch. The site has yielded numerous bones of a 75 millionyear-old large adult non-crested hadrosaur, possibly Gryposaurus. Late in the excavation process, an unusual skin impression showing large shield-shaped scutes was uncovered that looks unlike other gryposaur skin fossils found in GSENM. Also found at the site were teeth of a very large alligator similar to Deinosuchus, which may ultimately prove to be how the hadrosaur died. Participation will be on a first come, first serve basis and will require advance sign up to reserve a spot. For more information or to sign up, call the Monument visitor center in Kanab at 435-644-1300.

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Panguitch Lake Homeowners Befriend Scouting

PANGUITCH LAKE - For as many years as anyone can remember the homeowners of Lake Front Estates and the management of Panguitch Lake R.V. Resort have been true friends to the Boy Scouts of America. This year is no exception. In spite of difficult economic times, the residents of Lake Front Estates Subdivision and the owners of Panguitch Lake R.V. Resort have contributed more than $1,000 to the annual Friends of Scouting campaign.

In years past, the Utah National Parks Council honored donors that exceeded the $1000 amount with a “Golden Eagle Award,” but the recognition was retired several years ago. Not coincidentally, the last Golden Eagle Award ever presented went to the homeowners at Panguitch Lake.

Although there is no current form of recognition, the Panguitch Lake residents have continued to generously contribute, and have consistently exceeded the former award’s minimum amount.

Veronica Polidori, owner of the R.V. Resort, was especially generous, but the effort involves everyone in the subdivision. Greg and Carletta Johnson spearhead the annual collection process.

The Boy Scouts in the Panguitch area express their sincere and heartfelt thanks to the subdivision’s home and business owners and consider them true Friends of Scouting.

—Brian Bremner

Appreciation Dinner for CC Workers

ESCALANTE - October 9th on a warm evening, 56 crew members from three Conservation Corps enjoyed a barbeque dinner at the Wild West Retreat in Escalante. The occasion was an Appreciation Dinner for the crews that have been cutting Russian olive out of the Escalante Canyons this fall.

The dinner was hosted by the Escalante River Watershed Partnership (ERWP) and Grand Staircase Escalante Partners (GSEP). The meal was prepared by Jenifer and Shannon Steed of the Wild West Retreat.

The Conservation Corps participating were Coconino Rural Environment Corps, Flagstaff; Utah Conservation Corps, Logan; and Canyon Country Youth Corps, Monticello. There was staff present from Boulder Community Alliance, Glen Canyon National Recreation Area, Grand Staircase Escalante National Monument, Escalante Outfitters, and GSEP to thank the crews for their hard work and efforts.

In addition to the fun of crew members getting together, exchanging stories, sharing experiences and playing games, there was a couple of serious moments. Program Director Kate Stephens of the Utah Conservation Corps (UCC) presented a plague honoring ERWP as their Project Sponsor of the Year.

President Noel Poe, GSEP, presented Sam Stripes and Clayton Meyer, UCC Interns with gift cards to thank them for the 7 months of work helping GSEP Project Coordinator Kristina Waggoner with retreatment of Russian olive, managing the Conservation Corps Crews and leading volunteer crews.

ERWP is a partnership of 30 entities that have joined forces to remove Russian olive from the Escalante River, the tributary streams and adjacent private lands. Non-native trees like Russian olive compete with native vegetation, choke water flows and reduce wildlife habitat. By removing RO both private and public lands could see: decrease fire danger; easier access to the river; a rise in the water table; and an increase in private property values.

—Kristina Waggoner, Escalante River Watershed Partnership

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Weaving Workshop at The Homestead

CEDAR CITY - As part of its living history programs and added service to the community, Frontier Homestead State Park is offering a “fundamentals of weaving” workshop. Students will be introduced to the basics of weaving on a four harness table loom, learn how to warp the loom, and receive instruction on weaving techniques. The course will consist of six sessions of approximately one-and-one-half-hours each. This pilot workshop is limited to four dedicated students.

The class will be taught by a volunteer from the Sagebrush Fiber Artisans, a local guild of weavers and spinners. There is a $10.00 materials fee for the workshop. There are two table looms available for use should an interested person not have a table loom.The fall session will be offered on Fridays from 10:30 a.m. to 12:00 noon at the Frontier Homestead State Park Museum, 635 North Main, Cedar City, beginning on October 26. The class will meet the following dates: Oct. 26, Nov. 2, Nov. 9, Nov. 16, Nov. 30, and Dec. 7.

Interested individuals can register at the main desk at Frontier Homestead Museum upon payment of the materials fee. For questions call the museum at 435-586-9290.

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ELECT

Joe Brown Wayne County Commissioner

Loa has been my life-long home of 57 Years where my wife Lynda and I have raised 4 children, all of whom currently live in Wayne County.

I have spent several years serving the community as a volunteer fire fighter/ fire chief and a volunteer EMT. As a retired co-owner of a small business I have had the opportunity to work closely with several county, city, state, and federal agencies.

As commissioner I will put the best interest of Wayne County first. I have the time and desire to build a better future for our county and I believe strongly in standing up for what is right, being ethical, fair, and honest.

Your Vote in the 2012 Elections Would be greatly appreciated

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October 18, 2012

Garfield County Page Antimony Teacher Receives Special Award Julie Allen, K-6 teacher at Antimony Elementary, was awarded 2013 Utah Teacher of the Year 1st runner-up at a banquet in Salt Lake City, Friday, October 5th by State Superintendent Larry Shumway.

Mrs. Allen was chosen from among 25 district winners from public and charter schools throughout the state. She received a check for $5000 for being named 1st runner-up. Julie Allen, a graduate of Brigham Young University, is the only teacher, the secretary, and the principal at Antimony Elementary where she is in her 11th year of teaching. She has helped her school achieve major success for such a small school. For several years, students at the school have scored 100% proficiency on the CRT scores in language arts, math, and science. Antimony Elementary was also the recipient of Utah High Performing Title I Schools in 2008, 2009, and 2010. The school also received the Utah Closing the Achievement Gap Award in 2009. Mrs. Allen admits that teaching multiple grades is challenging, but rewarding. Her philosophy of teaching is that every child no matter where they live, no matter what their background or socioeconomic status deserves a quality education. She believes that each of those wonderful, inquisitive children deserve a teacher who knows what they need and can teach them effectively. Mrs. Allen has had to learn the core curriculum for each grade and has had to develop lesson plans that teach the core, which allows her to enjoy each stage of learning with children of different ages. In a letter of recommendation to the Utah State Office of Education, a parent wrote, “Mrs. Allen shows love to the students in the school. She takes the time to talk with her students and acts interested in them. She makes the school environment inviting, comfortable, and fun.”

MEDICARE INFORMATION TOWN MEETINGS Purpose: Medicare enrollees can learn what options will be available in 2013 in your area as they relate to supplement plans and Medicare advance plans.

Meeting Dates: Circleville 1st Meeting: October 15 2nd Meeting: October 22

Panguitch October 18 October 25

Tropic October 19 October 24

Escalante October 17 October 26

Locations: Circleville – City Hall Building – 50 S. Center Panguitch – Fire House Meeting Room – 40 North 100 East Escalante – Community Center, 60 North 100 West Tropic – City Hall Building – 20 N. Main Time: All meetings will go from 7 to 8:30 p.m.

Sponsored by Garfield Memorial Hospital

Bryce Valley Elementary News

by Maren Stewart, 5th Grade Preschoolers learned the ABC’s, had a snack of jello and crackers, and didn’t get to play outside, according to my brother. They also learned the “5 Little Ducks” song. He’s been singing it all week!

Kindergarten- We had so much fun. We are learning about spiders, bats and creepy crawly things. We are working hard! (I hate spiders!)

Second graders have been doing there book orders, and made hats during art.

Third grade had fun at Dixie State College assembly at the High School. They really enjoyed it!

Fourth grade- Is getting ready for thier field trip to Heritage State Park, and Parowan Gap next Tuesday.

Kysha Brinkerhoff and Ellen Fagergren were the class meteorologists and they were excited to see how much rain we received in the rain gauge.

The Fifth graders are getting ready for a State Capital test on Tuesday and are studying hard.

Our class had fun at the assembly too! The “Raging Red” group from Dixie College sings and dances and perfomed a great show! The Fifth and Sixth graders got to learn a dance and perform it with only 12 minutes to learn it!! It was a blast!

Sixth grade - Had fun making and playing their bingo games. They made their boards and it was based on Halloween!

Get ready for the Halloween Carnival on October 31st!

BV CROSS COUNTRY

by Nathan Platt, Coach

The Bryce Valley Boys cross country team turned in a stellar performance to take the region championship last Tuesday. Most of the region schools brought full boys and girls teams, and the competition was tough.

The boys were able to edge out a 10 point win over Panguitch to win the trophy. Bryce Valley’s five scoring runners were Adam Platt (4th), Taryn Syrett (7th), Chandlyr Tebbs (11th), Braxton Syrett (12th), and Tanner Barton (13th). The Bryce Valley Girls Team also ran well. Although the team placed 4th, two individual runners, Sierra Leech and Lizzy Platt qualified to compete at state.

In addition to Bryce Valley three boys teams and three girls teams from our region will represent Region 20 at state. We are a very strong region and should do well at the state tournament. We wish all of these teams the best. Special thanks to the local fire department, our fans, and those who organized the special escort into town. It was a wonderful gesture and it meant a lot to a team who has worked hard this season.

Bryce Valley High School News

by Erin Hayden

Hey everyone! Well not much has happened this week, and not much is coming up. The Zombie Prom was a success. There was a great turnout. TC Sounds did a great job as DJ. The decorations were just wonderful. Thanks PTA for putting on such a fun dance.

On Friday, Dixie State College’s show choir, Raging Red, came and put on a superb performance! They performed a lot of modern music with a twist. They had great dances, fun songs, and a lot of audience interaction. When certain people weren’t performing, they’d come it in the crowd with the students. When asked who the student body’s favorite teacher was Coach Jessen was chosen and he was sung to. Major thanks to Parker Clark who is a member of Raging Red and got them to come to BV. Hope everyone’s enjoying their UEA weekend! A few days off of school is always nice. Good luck at state cross country and good luck at region volleyball! You guys will do great! Another reminder that the 25th is the end of the quarter.

FCCLA has started with their projects and their first competition is in February. They also had a great turnout for their blood drive, Thanks to everyone who participated. FCCLA’s president is Dawson Johnson with V. P. Tanner Barton and Secretary Josh Alvey. Mrs. Thompson is the adviser.

Upward Bound has a new adviser this year, Nathan Platt. He’s doing an excellent job. They have early morning meetings on Monday and Wednesday. On November 2nd and 3rd is their Fall On-Campus and the 16th and 17th is their Campus Tours. Sterling Scholar has had a successful start. Students meet with adviser, Phoebe, every Wednesday during lunch to prepare. Thanks to the faculty who put forth their time for all the fun clubs.

That’s all for this week. See ya next time.

TOYS FOR TOTS PANGUITCH - Since 1775 the Marine Corps has defended freedom and democracy, a duty they have fulfilled with honor, courage and commitment. As they have fulfilled that duty, marines have earned a well-deserved reputation for toughness. There’s another side, however, to the Marine Corps. That side springs from a genuine concern for the communities in which they live, and a deep compassion for the underprivileged children of America. That’s the side that exemplifies the spirit of the Marine Corps. That side is found in the U.S. Marine Corps Reserve Toys for Tots Program.

It all began in December In 1947, with a hand crafted doll. The wife of Marine Reserve Major Bill Hendricks made this doll and asked her husband to deliver it to an organization that would present it to a less fortunate child on Christmas day. Major Hendricks could find no agency to provide such a service. To help fill that void, Major Hendricks and members of his Los Angeles Marine Reserve Unit, collected and distributed 5,000 toys to needy children of Los Angles during Christmas 1947. It was this seed that was planted which established Toys for Tots.

This year the Marine Corps Reserve Toys for Tots is now established in Garfield County.

The Marine Corps Reserve will give Garfield County resources to provide gifts for distribution to families in Garfield County.

I will be working with many organizations, i.e. Sub for Santa, Angel Tree Organizations, schools, social services, Department of Workforce Services, church’s and others to help reach families in need. Throughout the next two months donations boxes will be placed throughout the County. I will list these sights next week. You can support Toys for Tots by donating a new, unwrapped toy at a toy collection site near you or by assisting with Toy collection and sorting.

In addition multiple fundraisers will be held throughout the County. As part of the Marine Corps Toys for Tots, it is required that fundraising is done in areas that are served. This shows that the community is supportive of the vision the Marine Corps has with Toys for Tots. It is my hope that through the fundraising and donations I will be able to show to the Marine Corps Reserve, Citizens of Garfield County support this program and Toys for Tots can become an annual event for our communities and citizens in Garfield County.

If you would like to donate gifts, money or time and would like to know more about how you can do this, please get in touch with me, either in person or I can be reached at http://Panguitch-ut. toysfortots.org or by phone at 435-676-8232. You can apply for services or apply to volunteer also at http://Panguitch-ut.toysfortots.org.

—Garry Holbrook

Tropic Town Mystery Market

Buy * or * Sell Questions? Call Annette Chynoweth .435-616-8755.

PHS SPORT SIDELINES

by Mack Oetting

The Fall sports season is come to an end way too soon. Baseball is over and State Cross Country was last Tuesday. Friday is the Region 20 Volleyball Tournament at Escalante.

Last Tuesday was the Region 20 Cross Country at Mt. Carmel Golf course. The Lady Cats easily took first place, with 7 girls finishing the top 12 spots. Catania Holman taking first in a time of 19:16, followed closely by Whittni Orton in 19:36. These two friends are in a class of their own, it seemed like a couple of minutes went by before the third place finisher from Wayne crossed the finish line. They were followed by Aubrey Taylor 6th, McKayla Heaton 7th, Amber Wilson 8th, Darri Frandsen 10th and Brenna Mooney in 12th. The Bob Cats boys came in second to a very strong Bryce Valley team. The team going to State from Panguitch will be Kyler and Keldon Norris, Cade Cole, Connor and Eon Anderson, Garrett Finch and Josiah Sarles. Both of these teams are really dedicated and the State Meet last Tuesday at Sugar House was a lot of fun. Both teams have a lot of young runners, with no seniors on the girl’s team and only one on the boys team.

The Lady Cats had a mixed week. Wednesday night the Valley Buffaloes came to town and the Cats again finished off the evening early, with a three game win. Thursday night it was a different story, they traveled up to Piute and it was Pink night. This was the fourth annual Piute and Panguitch Breast Cancer awareness game. This game should be on everyone’s list for next year, Piute really does a fantastic job, giving girls on both teams pink shirts. The first two games were the best games I have seen this year. Piute took the first game, when a furious rally by the Cats fell short, winning by a score of 25 to 22. The second game was all Panguitch and it was another close game, but the Cats prevailed 25 to 18. It looked like the Lady’s would pull it off, however the Thunderbirds had other ideas and took the 3rd and 4th games rather easily. The Cats won’t have to wait too long to get revenge against the Birds, regions start tomorrow. Regions will be at Escalante, check with the school for the schedule. It’s not that far to Escalante and the girls can use your support. Since Cross Creek joined our Region it gave Region 20, 8 teams and there won’t be any byes.

BV VOLLEYBALL

by Eric Jessen

Region Tournament next Friday in Escalante. This week we played Milford and lost. We wish the girls luck in the tournament.

October 18, 2012

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Wayne County Page The Wayne Theatre Teacher Highlight - Jessica Grundy Jessica Grundy, Agricultural Education teacher and FFA advisor at Wayne High School (WHS), has been selected as one of the 2012 National Association of Agricultural Educators (NAAE) Award Winners. Jessica will be recognized at the NAAE convention in Atlanta, Georgia next month. Jessica has been an agriculture teacher at Wayne High School since 2008. “This is a great accomplishment and highlights Jessica’s abilities as an agriculture teacher, FFA advisor, and teacher leader in the state,” says Buddy Deimler, Agricultural Education Specialist at the Utah State Office of Education.

Jessica’s teaching philosophy is: “Plant your roots and grow your future.” She encourages students to promote cooperation and positive attitudes, healthy lifestyles, and excellence. She often tells them, “Half of doing it is believing you can.” Jessica believes once their roots are planted, there is no stopping their growth into the future. “Jessica Grundy is, without a doubt, one of the best teachers in the country. She goes above and beyond to make sure her students achieve nothing but the best,” says Bethany Lamb, student at WHS. “Education is not simply learning things; it is learning to learn and apply new concepts. The purpose of education is to enable our students to learn for themselves. Education should encourage students to learn how to make connections between facts and activities, and give them the ability to use this process throughout life,” says Jessica.

trouble with the curve PG-13 Running time: 1 hr. 51 min.

House at the end of the street PG-13 Running time: 1 hr. 41 min.

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Loa Elementary Snippets

by Lisa Stevens Eye’s peeked throught the preschool window “squint, peek, peer!” Is it Ms. Lily Laceby or preschoolers exploring NIGHT NOISES? Students at the Wayne District preschool are all ready for Halloween; Mrs. Brown and the preschool paraprofessionals have set up an exciting new dramatic play area based on the children’s book Night Noises by Mem Fox, as well as many other fall based learning centers. They are also excited to tell the community about one of the many new programs they are implementing called, Growing Readers Early Literacy Cirriculum. This is a 3 part High/Scope Educational Program, the 3 areas are; 1) developmental small group literacy activities that use, 2) new and classic children’s literature as well as, 3) common classroom materials. “Together these three parts provide the tools for systematically and explicitly supporting DATES TO REMEMBER… the growth of language and literacy in preschool.”

• Oct 22- 26 (M-F) Red Ribbon Week Mrs. Brown explained. There are 4 important • Oct 26- (F) Halloween Carnival from parts of early literacy, comprehension, phonologi6 pm to 9 pm cal awareness, alphabetic principle and concepts • Oct 26- End of 1st term about print.

• Oct 29- (M) Second Grade play @ There are also 3 levels of development in 1:45ish pm each of these areas; early emergent, emergent and competent emergent. “The students have been exploring and learning about letter links, graphing apples, and exploring different fall art activities”, said Mrs. Brown, “it continues to be a great, fun learning environment that all of us are enjoying.”

The students in Ms Davis’s class have just finnished their Night Sky science unit. Each student worked on a report at home and then shared their hard work with the class, Ms. Davis said, “I loved all the different ways they were presented. Everyone did a super duper job!” Students are also working hard to “feed the monster”; as an incentive for good behavior and hard work students are filling a moster pinata with a treat each time they are caught being good, following rules or other criteria. The goal is to fill 2 pinata’s for an end of the year mon-star party. Parents when you get time you need to check out Ms. Davis’ classroom blog, the pictures of projects and posts about classroom lessons and activities are great, check it out at www.clubmonstars.blogspot.com. Both second grade classes are diligently learning songs and parts for the second grade play, which will be held on Monday, October 29. The time has not yet been determined, it will be either 1:45 or 2:00 pm.

Congratulations to the individuals who have been selected to be the student government for the month of October! They are Kayla Batty, daughter of Jennifer and Bryan Batty; Quinsee Ellett, daughter of Laurie and Chad Ellett; Hunter Batty, son of Merintha and Melvin Batty; and Daniel Ayala, son of Raja Jones and Nicolas Alaya.

Just a quick reminder that next week is Red Ribbon week. Thank you to Brandi Bradbury and Sharon Lopez for all their hard work and creative planning. Here is a quick outline of the weeks activities: Monday (Oct 22)- Sports day, 8:15 Race for Ribbon and Kick Off Assembly Tuesday (Oct 23)- Super Hero Day, Rachel Freeman bullying assembly Wednesday (Oct 24)- Crazy Hair Day, Drug free poster contest Thursday (Oct 25)- PJ Day, Nate Woodward will be in the classroom presenting skits, visit from Officer Bronson Wood with his K9 drug dog.

Friday (Oct 26)- Movie Star Day, 10:30 Red Carpet Assembly, and later that evening the Halloween Carnival will be held from 6 to 9.

Overcoming disability Utah postal employee succeeds despite hearing loss BICKNELL - Officer In Charge Jamie Blackburn was born with inner ear nerve damage and has severe to profound hearing loss.

She received her first pair of hearing aids at only 10 months old and learned to lip-read at three.

Blackburn says she does not want to be defined by her hearing impairment. “I have always told myself I could do what any hearing able person could do,” she says.

After working in the Loa, UT, Post Office as a Postmaster Leave Replacement for six years, Blackburn was appointed to her current position. At work, she uses a “streamer,” which connects her hearing aids to her telephone to make conversations easier. She also lip-reads to understand hearing customers.

Blackburn says she loves her work at the Postal Service and has gained a great deal of confidence and enjoyment from relationships with her customers.

Mary Ellett, Officer In Charge at Loa, describes Blackburn as an employee who solves problems in a calm and caring way. “She displays courage in the fact that she boldly goes forward and doesn’t shy away from challenges,” said Ellett.

—USPS Link

WAYNE SPORTS

by Lauren Jackson

Victories of the week: Region cross-country was held last week on the 9th of October. The girls placed second and will have competed for the state title on Wednesday the 17th. Region is held in Valley on the golf course there, and the girls and boys all ran very well. Lauren Jackson placed 3rd with Brooke Barney 4th. Results for the state run with be posted next week.

A week ago last Wednesday the girls played their last home game of the season. Though the girls did not win the match, I have personally never seen a game so hard fought like it before. The very last match of the night when clear to a score of 38, a good thirteen points overtime! Really nice job ladies, and best of luck at region tomorrow!

Other than that fall sports are winding down.

Before you know it basketball and wrestling will be here! Have a nice weekend!

THANK YOU!

The Wayne High School FACS Department would like to thank Brett andCeleste(Blackburn)Clark for their large donation of dishes to our kitchen.

Anyone interested in purchasing any of the old dishes please contact Wayne HighSchool.

—Joni Taft

12-Step Addiction Recovery

meetings are held at the Bicknell Seminary every Thursday @ 7:00 PM

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Every1Counts

October 18, 2012

tHe lAuGhiNg pOiNt!!

Be Consistent: Love Regardless

Magna Carta

By Cynthia Kimball I have been thinking a lot lately about loving people regardless. Dr. Jeffrey Holmes, a former Bishop of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-Day Saint and also a Chiropractor in Washington State, epitomizes this practice. No matter what you’ve done, he loves you. No matter what he’s heard about you, he loves you.

No matter how you feel, he loves you. No matter what’s happened to you in life, he loves you. No matter what, he loves you regardless.

When someone makes a mistake, love them. Do not avoid them. Do not tell them they’ve caused you embarrassment. If you normally text them, for example, do not stop your texts. When you normally give hugs and ask them, “How are you?” do not stop these hugs and questions from coming. After all, we are not the judge; only He is.

Often times, though, we judge away on everything. Here

are some of those ways…we judge through gossip. We judge through body language.

We judge through avoidance and giving people the cold shoulder. We judge through stopping communication or communicating less. We judge based on a story we’ve created in our minds. We judge based on someone’s standards. We judge based on appearance or what someone has or doesn’t.

We judge based on someone’s education, social class or ethnicity. We judge mistakes and forget all the good choices one’s made.

When we don’t love people regardless it’s like we’re watching them drown. It’s like we’re holding a life jacket that could save them, yet we don’t throw it to them. We’ll walk by them, holding onto that life jacket (one they can likely see) and because they aren’t worthy or good enough, we keep that life jacket and continue to watch them drown.

A psychologist I know says to be consistent. Therefore, if you always give hugs, continue those hugs (and especially when someone makes a mistake). Continue showing love. Continue finding good.

After all, there is so much good in each person; however, for some reason, we tend to focus on shortcomings. Our Savior, Jesus Christ, gives us life jackets. And sometimes He gives us a lifejacket to throw to others. He does not give them to hang on walls.

He gives them to save us and others. Therefore, who, right now, needs one of yours?

Cynthia Kimball is a professional speaker and trainer through her company Every1Counts, LLC, and a doctoral student in Workforce Education Leadership. She also writes frequently through Deseret Connect. E-mail: kimball@every1counts.net

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Not Hanging Around

O'Reilly was in a bit of a fix. He was filling in an insurance form and was asked to state how his parents had died.

His mother was not a problem, she had died of a coronary at the age of 71, but his father had been hanged for murder at the age of 46.

He did not want to say this, though, so after a bit of thought came up with a solution and filled in the form: "My father died at the age of 46 when a platform collapsed at a public occasion."

A bus full of noisy tourists arrives at Runnymede, England.

They gather around the guide who says, "This is the spot where the barons forced King John to sign the Magna Carta."

A man pushing his way to the front of the crowd asks, "When did that happen?"

"1215," answers the guide.

The man looks at his watch and says, "Darn! Just missed it by a half hour!"

Crazy News Tidbit

Anxious to "include" as many minorities, religions and disabilities as possible, the human resources department of the University of (name removed to protect the innocent) has put up a Braille poster outside its main office. The poster has been placed inside a display case with a glass front.

[This is brought to you by the same geniuses who put Braille instructions on the drive up window at the bank.]

New Car

A husband, the owner of a new car, was somewhat reluctant to allow his wife to drive his prize possession. even to the Supermarket which was a few blocks from the house.

After she insisted, he finally relented, cautioning her as she departed, "Remember, if you have an accident, the newspaper will print your age!"

Speeding Ticket

A woman out driving with her husband was speeding along at about 60 MPH in a 50 MPH zone. A motorcycle cop appeared alongside and pulled her over. Deciding to give her a break, the cop said, "I'm going to put you down for fifty-five."

The woman turned to her husband. "See! I told you this dress makes me look old."

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

Sometimes kids

are smarter than you think.

Answers for this week

Equine Journeys Celebrates its First Year

Kids say the darnedest, and smartest, things.

For instance, “Hey, mom and dad, call a certified heating pro.”

It’s that time of year. A certified heating contractor will ensure your furnace is operating as efficiently and safely as possible. The result?

Peace of mind, comfort, energy savings and fewer worries about how nasty winter can be.

Start with these five suggestions: 1. Replace your furnace filter. It’s only a couple of bucks, and can make a big difference in furnace efficiency.

2. Remove flammable/combustible materials from around your furnace. This is a rather obvious suggestion, don’t you think?

3. Give your furnace room to breathe. You know how when you blow on a fire, it burns better? Same principle applies here. Oh, and make sure your air vents, cold-air returns and heat registers are clear.

4. Install a programmable thermostat. Your furnace won’t have to work as hard while you’re asleep or at work and you’ll cut your energy costs.

5. Have your furnace inspected by a licensed heating contractor. After all, it’s easier (and cheaper) to maintain your furnace than to repair it. As part of a routine checkup to fine-tune your furnace for winter, most contractors will also perform a Green Sticker inspection to make sure your furnace is properly adjusted.

Thermism: Hey, if you were stuck in a tiny room in the basement all year, you’d like a visitor, too.

After all, furnaces have feelings and needs – just like any other blowhard.

To find a licensed heating contractor, refer to your telephone directory, search the web, or call the Rocky Mountain Gas Association toll-free, 800-729-6791.

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LOA - Equine Journeys (EJ) announced recently that they have made it to their one year mark and are still going strong. “It has been an extremely difficult, and yet, very rewarding year for us.” states Brandon Burr, LCSW and Clinical Director. “Creating a business from the ground up is difficult enough, but when that business is a Residential Treatment Center for struggling teens it adds many more levels of difficulty to the process. However, because of our small, family oriented program, we have been able to fine tune our therapeutic process to an individual and personal level that I have not seen in any other program.“ says Burr.

Chad Lyman, Ranch Operations Director, says that, “the horse is still at the center of our program. Our kids spend time with the horses on an almost daily basis—building relationships, learning how to work with, doing ranch chores, etc. It’s quite an amazing process to watch.”

“We have been able to work out the bugs in the program, develop a solid staff of employees, and have been able to see some significant progress in the youth who have been here. We are excited for many more years to come,” says Kevin Knutson, Director of Academic and Administrative Services. “In addition, we have seen an increasing demand for young adults who have been unable to ‘launch’ into life or who can’t live at their home due to substance or process addictions. Having this other wing to our program has been a needed and helpful addition to the work we do,” says Knutson.

Equine Journeys is a licensed Residential Treatment Center for teens aged 13-18 as well as a licensed Residential Support program for young adults aged 18-30 located in Loa, Utah. It was founded last year by Burr, Lyman, and Knutson after the three Aspen programs were closed in Loa. EJ’s motto is: ‘Hard work, Horses, Healing, Hope’. “Clients work with horses on farms and ranches to build some of the old time values of honesty, integrity, work ethic, courage, confidence, and delayed gratification in order to heal—which generates a sense of hope in them,” says Burr. For more information on the EJ program go to: www.equinejourneys.org. —Kevin Knutson, Equine Journeys

Receipts: 1,552; Last Week: 1,344. Last Year: 1,293.

Feeder Steers: under 500 lbs 8.00-10.00 higher; 500 lb wts 2.00-3.00 lower; over 600 lbs 2.00-3.00 higher. Feeder Heifers: wts under 550 lbs 8.00-10.00 higher; over 550 lbs 2.00-3.00 higher. Holstein Steers: 6.00-8.00 higher on limited numbers. Slaughter Cows: 2.00-3.00 higher; Slaughter Bulls: 2.00-3.00 higher on similar kinds.

Feeder Steers: Medium and Large Frame 2: 200-250 lbs scarce; 250-300 lbs 205.00222.00; 300-350 lbs 179.00-200.00; 350-400 lbs 160.00-186.00; 400-450 lbs 160.50-177.50; 450-500 lbs 150.00-166.50; 500-550 lbs 141.50-153.00; 550-600 lbs 139.50-151.00; 600-650 lbs 133.00-144.75; 650-700 lbs 127.00-139.50; 700-750 lbs 129.00-134.50; 750-800 lbs 125.50-129.50; 800-850 lbs 119.50-132.50; 850-900 lbs 1087.00-125.00; 900-950 lbs scarce; 950-1000 lbs pkg 120.25.

Holsteins Steers: Large Frame 3: Bull Calves: scarce; 200300 lbs scarce; 300-500 lbs 71.00-105.00;500-700 lbs 82.00-100.00; 700-900 lbs scarce; 900-1000 lbs scarce.

Feeder Heifers: Medium and Large Frame 1-2: 200250 lbs pkg 187.00; 250-300 lbs 159.00-168.00;300-350 lbs 153.00-170.00; 350-400 lbs 139.00-153.50; 400-450 lbs 138.50-152.00; 450-500 lbs 131.50-144.50; 500-550 lbs 127.00-137.50; 550-600 lbs 126.50-137.00; 600-650 lbs 120.50-132.25; 650-700 lbs 116.50-125.50; 700-750 lbs 123.00-130.00; 750-800 lbs 124.00-125.00; 800-850 lbs pkg123.00; 850-900 lbs 111.00-116.50; 900-950 lbs scarce; 950-1000 lbs scarce.

Stock Cows: scarce.

Slaughter Cows: Boning 80-85% Lean: 64.50-74.50; Breaking 75-80% Lean: 70.00-79.75; Commercial: scarce; Cutter 85-90% Lean: 54.00-64.00.

Slaughter Bulls: Yield Grade 1000-1500 lbs 80.0085.00; 1500-2075 lbs 85.2592.50; Yield Grade 2 1000-1500 lbs scarce; 15002315 lbs 63.00-83.75; Feeder Bulls: 925-995 lbs 67.5076.50.

The Wayne & Garfield County INSIDER

October 18, 2012

Practical Money Matters

The Ins and Outs of ePayments Are you ordering far fewer checks for your bank account these days? Does a roll of postage stamps seem to last a lot longer? Like most people, you’re probably performing many more financial transactions electronically, either by choice or because companies and government agencies have increasingly made it all but mandatory.

For example, most gyms require automatic deductions from a checking or credit card account. Utilities, mortgage lenders, insurance companies and others strongly encourage electronic payments. And many states now distribute benefits like unemployment, child support and disability assistance using prepaid cards instead of paper checks.

Electronic transactions have caught on because: They’re cheaper. Businesses save on the costs of printing, processing and mailing millions of paper checks and statements; and with firstclass postage costing 45 cents, customers rack up savings over time. And they save millions of tons of paper.

They’re faster. Bill payments, funds transfers and direct deposits to your bank account or prepaid card occur the same day (often instantly), versus being delayed in the mail. And, if you sometimes forget to mail payments on time, auto payment protects against late fees and overdraft charges.

They’re convenient. You can choose one-time bill pay, where you first review your bill and then authorize payment; or recurring bill pay,

by Jason Alderman where your bills are paid automatically at a scheduled time – for either for the full amount (usually mandatory with utilities), the minimum payment due, or an amount you choose.

You can usually have funds drawn from either your checking or credit card account (be sure to ask).

They’re safer. Even in these high-tech times, oldfashioned mail theft remains a major problem. For example, in 2010 more than 540,000 mailed federal benefit checks were reported lost or stolen and had to be replaced.

That doesn’t mean electronic transactions are riskfree. As with email or any kind of online activity, you should take precautions to protect your computer (and cell phone) from being hacked.

For example: Make sure your anti-virus and anti-spyware software is up-to-date.

When making online payments, look for safety symbols like a padlock icon in the browser’s status bar, an “s” after “http” in the URL, or the words “Secure Sockets Layer” (SSL).

Review credit card and bank account statements regularly and report duplicate bill payments or suspicious/unauthorized charges to the card issuer.

Ask whether your credit or debit card offers “zero liability,” which means you won’t be responsible for unauthorized or fraudulent purchases.

Regularly order your credit reports from the three major credit bureaus (Equifax,

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Experian and TransUnion), and review for errors or fraudulent activity. You can order one free report annually from each at www.AnnualCreditReport.com, or more frequently for a small fee from each bureau.

Create complex, random passwords and change them regularly.

Be a savvy consumer whenever using a bill-paying service: Ask if any fees are involved.

Before signing the agreement, make sure you understand and accept the terms.

To stop service, you must notify the merchant as well as the bank/credit card company.

Cancellation may take a month or two to become effective, so plan ahead.

If your payment card expires, the merchant will need new card information to ensure uninterrupted service.

Track expenses carefully and keep your budget up to date.

Jason Alderman directs Visa’s financial education programs. To Follow Jason Alderman on Twitter: www.twitter.com/PracticalMoney.

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October 18, 2012

TORREY News Adus Dorsey Rural communities and locally elected authorities continue to be highly challenged with the constant and the ever-growing need to provide important community based services.

The fact is that the good Utah pioneer citizens and forward thinking individuals of Torrey Town such as the Paces, Lee Pierce, Walt Smith, Jay Chesnut, Don Cook, Fred Hansen and many other community minded leaders unequivocally had to put their community ahead of personal interest. These future thinking Torrey Town individuals dutifully and at times controversially placed their life long reputations and best foot forward to acquire, purchase and develop mountain springs that would supply drinking water to Torrey Town and surrounding areas for future generations yet to be realized.

In Torrey’s history only a select few individuals have been known to accept the formidable challenge to take on the task of making the hard decisions and then face the forcertain consequences of an after the fact public. To be and stay informed takes sacrifice.

Torrey Town has three paid staff members, four council members, one Mayor, a phone 435 425 3600 and a functioning web site torreyutah.gov with email access 24/7. The Torrey Town Council meets on the second Thursday of each and every month at 6:00 p.m.

On a busy night three people take the time to come to the meeting and more times than not those folks are from outside of town, more if there is a rumor of a fight. Contrary to some reports the council meetings are civil, and to my knowledge the duties of the Sheriff or his taiser have never been needed in a Torrey Town meeting.

In a town of less that 250 people, in a county with a total of 2,500 residents, 5 of which are busy bodies on Facebook.

To say you do not know what is happening in your area you

might as well be saying you are an ostrich living with your head in the sand or suffering some mental disease.

As has been reported over the last six months, water rates for the Torrey Town water distribution system have been thoroughly discussed in open meetings. Much of the discussion was prompted by the 2011 application for a Municipal Bond for a $1,600,000.00 water project of which $300,000.00 in a no interest loan that will be paid back to the Great State of Utah by all of the water users of the Torrey Town water system. As a historical highlight the gracious grant gift of $1,300,000.00 from the (CIB) Community Impact Board was a result of an in-depth and water systemwide financially documented effort to prove the need for such an expensive and much needed project. Many sleepless nights preceded and many hours of late night preparations took place before being forced to occupy the hot seat in Salt Lake City before the (CIB) Community Impact Board and Torrey Towns request for full funding.

Public discussion on all issues concerning Torrey Town is consistently sought after and the public is given more than ample time to make their voices heard before any binding decisions are made, {see past Torrey Town newsletters, past Insider articles, and the Torrey Town Web site}. The Torrey Town Council was well aware that the decision to raise water rates for would be cause for a public outcry once the new rates took effect. If there was ever a meeting that the Town Council thought the Sheriff’s services might have been helpful it was the night of that vote, but no one showed and the vote passed unanimously.

Everyone went home waiting for the October fireworks show to begin, the Mayor considered installing another phone line and even contemplated vacation plans for the first week of October.

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Prior to the actual rate increase some complaint correspondence began to drift in from some individuals that had actually been following the reports of impending water rate increases. There were uncomfortable encounters at the post office but the face-to-face exchanges were generally civil and both parties went their separate ways with all limbs still attached.

The first week of every month is the busiest time for all Torrey Town employees, particularly the water department. Water meters get read and the monthly results are downloaded into the computer and meticulously calculated and sent out. The October water meter readings and billing was going to be different in Torrey Town and it lived up to all its glorious expectations.

It was like election night as the results began to pour in.

For the most part the October payment envelopes were only filled with checks, but others contained verbiage only a sailor could understand. Others questioned the mental capacity of the Mayor and a couple wanted to contact Senator McCarthy and have him reconvene the House Committee on Un-American activity.

As was anticipated the ever contested water rate debate was taken up on a social network Internet site with cries of discrimination, and once again opened the never healing wound of insider vs. outsider, us against them, that continues to divide many communities today. And not so surprising misinformation and lack of actual facts and figures dominated the conversation.

In a scene reminiscent from the Jimmy Stewart movie Mr. Smith goes to Washington, on November 25, 1997 after a long legal battle

by Marvin D. Bagley for the

plaintiffs and Ken Chamberlain and the ever smooth and resourceful Tex Olsen for the Defendants in regards to the Platt v. Torrey Town water rate case was decided before the Supreme Court of the Great State of Utah see http://caselaw.findlaw.com/ut-supremecourt/1454137.html the supreme court decided on the side of the defendants Torrey Town.

In conclusion DURHAM and RUSSON, JJ., concur in Justice HOWE’s opinion; 2. Nonresidents have no inherent right to receive municipal services.

A person who is not a resident of a nearby municipality is not subject to the jurisdiction of that municipality.

The town’s taxes, ordinances, and regulations have no effect outside of town limits. By the same token, the nonresident has no standing to demand municipal services. Nonresidents pay no town taxes and do not participate in electing representatives or governing the town. They do not have to pay the bills if the town incurs liabilities, cash shortfalls, or other budgetary problems from operating the town, including water departments.

With respect to providing service outside its territorial limits, municipal corporations may maintain waterworks, “and they may sell and deliver the surplus product or service capacity of any such works, not required by the city or its inhabitants, to others beyond the limits of the city.” Utah Code Ann. § 10-8-14(1). The decision whether to sell water outside city limits rests solely with the town. No Utah statute or case law states otherwise.

3. Plaintiffs’ contention that Torrey illegally discriminates is not an argument that some nonresidents are treated differently than other

nonresidents. That is apparently not the case, as it seems that all nonresidents are subject to the same connection fee and rate schedule. Rather, plaintiffs maintain that the prohibited discrimination is treating nonresidents as a class differently than residents.

6. This is not to say that the rates charged the two classes of customers must be the same for, there are many potentially legitimate reasons why higher charges to nonresidents may be justified.

All businesses that willfully operate for a profit outside of the Torrey Town limits and are intimately connected to the Torrey Water System, and individual property owners that do not live within the limits of Torrey Town and “do not” pay any Torrey Town property taxes are required by state law to abide by and unconditionally contribute to the water system operating cost at Torrey Town’s discretion.

To flagrantly accuse the Town of Torrey of water rate discrimination is just plain non-sense. Certain dedicated forward thinking and willingly conscious community minded Torrey Town leaders cast a wide reaching net in hopes of reeling in a bounteous harvest of public ideas and involvement. Rarely is it the case that the net comes back with anything more than a few beer cans, discarded spare tires or old ideas that never have worked in the past.

Tax based and locally provided services, such as roads improvements, Fire protection, that reduce insurance cost, trash removal and many other community services require hard sought after funding. These mind racking and unpopular financial public decisions are being made by very few individuals willing to do the job. These folks are

our neighbors, the same folks we see on a daily basis working their gardens, going about their daily business, singing in the choir and teaching our children.

If you have a problem with the way things are being run, it is the simple minded that go on the attack, set aside personal prejudices and bring a viable working solution to the table.

The days of low cost services that rural communities like those that once existed in Wayne County and were once able to provide the minimal services that local residents required and often found to be extravagant at low cost are gone. And the real pressure to pay the cost of improvements and extended new public services is being dropped in the laps of the many that were always content to have just what they worked for.

The very amenities like clean air and water and the simple way of life that attracted many to this area of Utah are being heavily taxed and often test a community’s ability to keep up. On average people that have been used to more demand more, which can be a foreign concept to folks that that have been generally grateful for what they have and personally sacrificed much to get, which at times is in direct conflict with those that feel their very presence entitles them to what they are used to at no extra expense.

Welcome to reality, and like Dorothy in the Wizard of OZ said, “I get the feeling I am not in Kansas anymore”.

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ESCALANTE News

by Marlene Haws ~ 826-4859 • marleneh@color-country.net Escalante Canyon Marathon planners and participants held their breath on Thursday and Friday of last week while Mother Nature delivered rain and cold weather both days!

But Saturday came and brought a lovely day for the runners.

The early morning was probably a little cool but it warmed up and proved to be a good day for a first time Marathon in Escalante!

Quite a number of participants were former residents or people who have family connections here but there were others who came and will spread the word for the event in the future. It is hoped that each year will only get better.

The rain stopped on Friday in time for the spaghetti dinner at the pavilion. The dinner was great, evening was cool, but some stayed to eat while some of us who are more faint hearted took our food home where there was a little heat.

My son, Robert Haws, and I picked apples from the orchard of Lane and Geraldine Liston and took them to the family of Jillyn and Jon Sorensen in Salina and Brandon and Sarina Haws and family in St. George. We watched Devyn and Shaylynn Sorensen play volleyball in Salina on Tuesday evening, then went to St. George for Robert’s doctor appointment on Wednesday.

The receptionist in the doctor’s office was none other than Libby Venuti so I visited with her while Robert saw the doctor. We picked Klyn Haws, Rick’s son, up in Hurricane and brought him home with us. His mom, Randie, came to take him back home on Saturdy, after a visit with his dad.

Congratulations to Mary Ellen Coleman who celebrated her 97th birthday last week!

Ryan, Tari, McKynlee and Jaxen Cottam just got back from a trip to Disneyland.

McKynlee called me, while we were picking apples, to tell me

they were just going to “scare mountain”. They said they had a great time but are glad to be back home.

Our condolences to Judy Brooks and her family. Her mom, Margery Mae Costanzo, passed away Oct. 8, 2012 after living an active life right up to her 90th year. She was such a pretty, pleasant lady. It was always nice to visit with her when she came here to visit the Brooks family. Judy’s father passed away a number of years ago. She has 3 siblings: Brothers, Joe and John and a sister, Jera Schaeffer. Judy, Melvin, sons Jay (Derlynne) and Kay (Jody) and their families went to Rifle, Colorado to attend the funeral on Saturday, October 13, 2012.

Wayne and LaRene Pollock have been in town again.

I hear Wayne gets up here, from California, quite often but we usually don’t hear about it at the time. Would someone please tell him that he needs to check in once in a while? He is a brother of Jaleen (Dwight) Vance so he probably visited with them while they were here this summer.

Carlyle Shurtz has been in town again. His grandson, Tyler Shurtz, will be leaving from his ward in Salt Lake in December for a LDS mission to Anchorage, Alaska.

An update from Tina Griffin states that Mark’s condition is still improving. He has been accepted into the University of Utah Spinal Cord Program.

He is still on a ventilator but has begun to show signs of leg movement just this last week.

That is miraculous! Tina says she updated her phone and lost all her contacts so she would appreciate your calls, e-mails and texts so she can restore all of those. They really do appreciate all of your thoughts, prayers and concern for their family.

Eve Marsh went to Salt Lake to attend General Con-

ference with her sisters and her brother and sister-in law, Warren and Kathleen Woolsey, went on a church history tour back to St. Louis, Mo. Phil and Harriet Priska took a trip to Lake Powell by way of the Burr Trail. Old man winter will soon be here so it’s good to get those kinds of trips behind us. I’m jealous. That would be a good trip to take!

Tom and Marilyn Jackson will be going to Texas for Halloween to see their new little granddaughter and her family.

I don’t think that baby will be big enough to go trick or treating just yet!

The Escalante Camp of the Daughters of the Utah Pioneers had two dozen members in attendance at their meeting last Thursday. Sue Bassett gave a history on a Bassett lady who, although she was no relation, Sue had been told they had many of the same attributes. It was very good, and amusing.

President Victory Crawford gave the lesson with the help of the group and Vicky Crawford led the singing with Sue B. at the piano. Some of the ladies went early to eat dinner with the senior citizen group.

Condolences to the Coombs family, in Boulder, whose sister, Eva C. Whitaker, 87, passed away Sept 25, 2012.

She was a long time resident of Grass Valley California and was brought back to Salt Lake

City for burial. Her siblings, still residing in Escalante, are: Anne (Karl) Spencer and Mary (Richard) Lyman; Theresa Coombs, St. George; Anthony (Dot) Coombs, Dutch John, Utah area; Elaine (Uvon) Roundy and Vard (Mary Jane) Coombs, Boulder; Larry (Carol) Coombs, Monroe, Utah; two sisters, Sarah May (Jay) Miller and Karen (Paul) Cramer. Eva was also a sister to the late Clinton (Mary) Coombs; Kay (Merle) Coombs and brothers Ross and Lonnie Coombs.

Eva grew up in Boulder and graduated from Wayne High School in Bicknell, Utah.

The girls volley ball tournament will be held here in Escalante tomorrow (Friday 19th).

Check on the time and come out and cheer them on.

Our girls have done really well up to this point.

The D. I. trailer is parked in the parking lot at the Escalante Stake Center. If you have donations it has been reported that it will be there until the 23rd of October.

Camille Spencer reports that there will be a “Holiday Festival” on November 16th and 17th. Anyone who is willing or wants to display their nativity sets should contact Camille at 435-826-4479. She says they will be secure.

Escalante Senior Citizens Menu TUES. 23rd Chicken pot pie Potatoes, carrots and peas Biscuits Apricots Apple cobbler w/ ice cream

WEDS. 24TH

THURS.25th

Taco casserole w/ lettuce & tomato Chips & salsa cottage cheese w/ pears Caramel popcorn balls

BBQ pork sandwich Onion rings Pickles & peppers Cherry jell-o & fruit cocktail Hot fudge pudding cake

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

The Wayne & Garfield County INSIDER

October 18, 2012

Bryce Valley Area News

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

Elder Shawn Syrett is coming to the close of his mission. He will be released around Thanksgiving time but before then he and a few other missionaries have the privilege of going to Palmyra for a visit. He is assigned to the Elmira New York area and his family is getting excited for him to come home. Shawn is the son of Eric and Tracy Syrett of Tropic.

A reminder that the Deseret Industries Pod is parked in the Tropic Ward parking lot if you would like to leave something for them after you have done your fall cleaning.

There were many ladies who traveled from the Bryce Valley area to attend the “Time Out for Women” conference.

It was a wonderful event and many speakers left us with new ideas and thoughts about our lives. Going from our area were Margaret Shakespear, Joanna Jensen, Vicki’s granddaughter, Vicki Syrett, Carol Pollock, Alisha Pollock, Christine Nez, Sheree Walstad, LaNae Cloud and Debbie Jensen, Vicki’s daughter-in-law, from Richfield. Cheri Feltner also went with ten members of her family going along to enjoy the conference. Cheri Feltner, her sister, Shauna Smith, Tari Cottam of Escalante, Tanya Taylor of St. George, Leslie Feltner, Jennifer Feltner of St. George, Romi Feltner, Sidney Feltner a granddaughter, Shawna Feltner of Cedar City, Jenika Feltner another granddaugher, and Kristen Feltner.

Sorry I did not get the city they all were from but they made an awesome sight at the conference all together. It was a very worthwhile trip and everyone left happy and fulfilled.

Cary and Teresa Deccio have had Cary’s parents, Dean and Christi Kalles from Puyallup, Washington, here for a

visit.

Dixie State College’s Performing group, “Raging Red” put on two assemblies for the Bryce Valley Elementary and the Bryce Valley High School.

They were fantastic! They had special guest performances by Carla Ramsay and Eric Jessen.

We were proud and amazed to watch our own “Parker Clarke” from Tropic show off talents we didn’t know he had!

We also watched our own 5th and 6th graders and Sophomores and Juniors do a song and dance number with the Raging Red. (Thanks Ellen) Welcome to Tropic to the Shane Frost family. We are delighted to have Shane, Judy, and Brittney move into our area. We welcome you and hope you enjoy living in the Bryce Valley Area.

Trayten Tebbs was graduated from Primary and advanced to the office of Deacon. Congratulations Trayton.

He is the son of David and Cherrie Tebbs of Bryce Canyon City.

This weekend saw the Ken Platt home fill up with family as brothers and sisters of Montana Platt came home for her wedding. It was so good to see them all and especially Heath who we haven’t seen for years. He is looking good and it was pleasant to see an old student. Congratulations to the newlyweds and we wish them a bright and happy future.

The “Mystery Market” is coming close to the end. Only until the end of October can you support them in their efforts to raise money for the “Safe Sidewalk” leading to the schools in Bryce Valley. You can find many gifts for that special occasion as well as fresh baked breads, eggs right out of the coop, canned jams and jellies, plus many other

items. On Thursday you can purchase Indian Fry Bread to take home and make into a delicious Indian taco or use it any way you want to, even a wrap. Come out and support the efforts for the last few days of their sales.

Be sure to attend the Clive Romney program on October 18th at the Heritage Center and then on the 19th you can attend the discussion on Medicare to help you understand it as it is going to be.

Both events are free.

In Tropic today we were privileged to hear Travis Jones and Cade Ruth talk with the Young women singing a special number. They beautifully sang “Beauty Is” and it was done very well and they sounded marvelous.

Cannonville ward remodel is moving along. It seems like there isn’t much there but it will be great when it is done and ready for the people to enter.

Some friends that Joe Thompson met on his mission were the speakers in meeting today. Judy Ferguson and her daughter Lisa and granddaughter all spoke. They now live in northern Utah after living a long time in Idaho. Joe kept in touch with them and invited them to talk about their conversion story. Gary and Gayle Tanner were welcomed into the Cannonville ward. They live with Larry and Glenna Fletcher. Also welcome into the ward were Marshall and Aubry Thompson and their three children.

Bryce Canyon City is still working on the main street projects. Lee and Becky Roberts moved and Nick Pollock took his place on the council.

As a member of the Ruby’s Inn family I want to say how proud I am of them and all they do to keep our commu-

nity going. They are always willing and able to support the schools, church and many other causes that come their way.

I enjoy all the people that work so hard at Ruby’s and make the tourists feel welcome. As a older member of the family I would just like to say thank you to all the folks at Ruby’s and their wonderful support of our area.

Nathan and Lori Platt blessed their little girl, Melody Faith, today. Nathan blessed the baby and lots of family stood in the circle. They were all here due to the big wedding of their sister.

Brian Clark received his mission call to Florida Jacksonville mission. He is the son of Terry and Suzie Clark of Henrieville. Congratulations to Brian.

The Henrieville ward had their Primary Program today.

It was very good. Thanks to Janece Pollock for writing up the program.

Escalante Stake Youth Fireside was held tonight in Escalante. Travis Shakespear was the speaker on the changes in his life and his conversion and it was wonderful. We are all so proud of him for his commitment to making changes in his life and know that he is happy.

Cannonville youth did Baptisms for the Dead on Saturday.

The Henrieville youth and adults hauled wood from Bryce Canyon for their town. Tropic did the same a couple of weeks ago. Thanks to the Superintendent Brady Baugh for helping with this service project and making the wood available.

Don’t forget the flu shootout at Ruby’s Inn on October 30th. 1-4 pm.

Have a great week and please email or call in your news. Thanks VS

FYI PANGUITCH

by Mack Oetting ~ mackoetting @gmail.com Last night’s Garfield Memorial Healthcare Foundation dinner was a huge success.

I was wondering why they weren’t advertising the event more, it had to be a sell out, and there weren’t any vacant seats. The modeling show was fun, seeing what great items that are available at the Thrift Store. That handsome, debonair model John Blevins stole the show, strutting his stuff. Last year’s event raised $15,000 for the Foundation and that record should be broken this year. The Auctioneer got the last nickel out of the items that were up for bid, all of those items that were up for silent bid, and along with the drawing they raised a lot of money. It was a fun evening, great food and a lot of visiting with friends.

Today, Oct. 18th, is the GREAT FLU SHOOT OUT AT THE FIRE STATION, 11 am to 3 pm. The cost of the shots is $18.00, or free with insurance. Just drive in and stick your arm out the window and drive off. I would like to encourage the older folks to get a pneumonia shot and also one for shingles, these are also

paid for by insurance. Both of these can be devastating and very painful, in the case of shingles months of bed care and pain. I was surprised at how small the needles they use for these two shots were. The pneumonia shot you get at the Doctor’s and the shingles shot needs be taken at the Drug Store.

Tomorrow, Oct. 19th, Paula Palmer will be out with her bake sale at Joe’s Market.

She will be raising money to provide playground equipment for the baseball complex.

The next day is the start of the deer hunt, so come in and load up on cookies to hold you over while you are hunting. For lunch she will also be serving chili and soup bowls, come on by and take part. All cooking donations will be really welcome.

In a couple of weeks it will be trick or treat time of the year. Halloween is on Wednesday this year and with day light saving time not coming to a halt till mid November the kids should be out in daylight till about 7pm. Halloween is the second biggest money maker for stores, only

Panguitch Senior Center HOT LUNCH PROGRAM

87 N 50 W • 676-2281/676-1140 Suggested donation $3.00 60 & older, $7.00 under 60 Call before 10 AM of the day of attendance to reserve a spot Tues. Oct.23 Taco salad w/h meat, beans, lettuce, tomato & cheese Beets Tropical fruit Cookies

Wed. Oct. 24

Thurs. Oct. 25

Chicken dressing casserole Vegetable blend Fruit salad Rice pudding

WELCOME FALL Roast pork Potatoes & gravy Mixed vegetables Applesauce Cake

Meals include milk & bread.

NOTE: PLEASE BE COURTEOUS AND CALL AHEAD. The ladies work diligently to prepare a good dinner, and a head count helps them prepare enough to feed everyone.

Christmas is better. Don’t forget the Elementary School’s morning costume parade around the block, bring your camera.

Mrs. Savage, the 1st grade teacher, had a great garden “fish story”, they got a lot of 4 pound potatoes out of their garden. The first one fed her family for two meals. Mrs. Savage also said on the 1st graders pumpkin patch annual trip, the kids were allowed to take one pumpkin that they can carry. This year it really created a problem; the pumpkins were so large that they had to look for a real long time to find some smaller ones that the kids could actually pick up and carry.

Veterans Day will be held this year on Monday the 12th.

There will be a program at our schools that day and all Veterans are invited to come to the Elementary for the program.

That night the American Legion will be hosting a dinner for all Veterans and their wives. There will be a presentation by the National Guard and a signing Community Covenants, between the City and County and the Guard.

This will be about our Community supporting the efforts of the National Guard. There will be entertainment and the lovely ladies from the Senior Center will be doing the cooking.

Thanksgiving Day will be on November 22nd and there will be the 5th annual Dinner at the Senior Citizens Center. Many small families don’t have family in the area and cooking a Thanksgiving dinner for a small family is not easy. Thanksgiving is my favorite holiday, no gifts, only friends and neighbors getting together to give thanks for all that we have.

This year Santa will be altering Christmas in the Country.

Because Dec 1st

is Saturday, it will be held the following Saturday the 8th. Santa will be there in the morning to get the kids lists lined up and ready to go. The Main Street drawing will follow at 1:00 pm for the many prizes that they will have.

Also instead of the Christmas home tours this year, there will be a Chocolate Fest and Community Christmas Program.

There is a Christmas Wall Hanging Quilted and donated

by Claudia Crump for a Sub for Santa project. You can see it at Zions Bank and it will be drawn for in the evening. This is Santa’s 18th year, bring gifts to good little boys and girls.

This event would not be possible except for the generous donation from the good people of Panguitch.

Our Granddaughter Teah came home from school for the weekend and it was a great reunion. She has been gone for three months, but she is so excited about the schooling, it makes it a whole lot easier having her away.

Next week, if the good Lord is willing!

Mack O.

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WEDDINGS Thomas - Whipple

Kim & Karlene Thomas are pleased to announce the marriage of their daughter

Dakota Rae Thomas to Denton James Whipple Son of Curtis & Chylene Whipple. They will sealed for time and all eternity in the Denver Temple on the 20th of October 2012.

You are invited to attend a reception and/or open house in their honor.

Reception: Oct. 19, 2012 from 7:00-9:00PM at The Lodge at Cathedral Pines, 13977 Milam Rd., Colorado Springs, Colorado Open House: Nov. 2, 2012 from 7:00-9:00PM at The Old Church, 20 S. Center St., Hanksville, UT. Dakota graduated from high school in Colorado Springs, CO. She is attending SUU and her major is physical therapy.

Grandparents are Dwayne & Lona Westfall from Fort Collins, CO. & Darwin & Beverly Thomas from Spanish Fork, UT. Denton graduated from Wayne High and served an LDS mission in San Diego, CA. He is attending SUU in engineering & works for SGS Minerals. Grandparents are Dennis Lierd, Golden Valley, AZ., Ann Regan, Caineville, UT. & Janice Whipple, Hanksville, UT & the late Floyd Whipple.

They will make their home in Cedar City.

BIRTHS Baby Hazel Mae Zeman was born on sept 29th at 1:05 pm at the Garfield memorial hospital. She was 6 Lbs 13oz and 20 inches long. Mother Ardell Zeman and father Kevin Zeman would like to thank Panguitch community, nurses and midwife DeAnn Brown for a great delivery. We are all happy and healthy in Escalante. Also a big thanks to all the Escalante folks who brought by gifts and food. What a great community! We are proud to bring the Escalante population up 1 more person!

MISSIONS Weston Eddie Southwick

Weston Eddie Southwick has been called to serve in the Colorado Springs, Colorado Mission for the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints. He will speak Sunday, October 21st at 9:00 AM in the Elsinore First Ward, 75 North Center, Elsinore.

He will enter the MTC on Wednesday, October 24. A 2012 graduate of Richfield High School where he was active in golf and tennis. Weston is the son of Greg and Robyn Southwick, Central Valley; and a grandson of John and Sue Southwick, Richfield; and the late Sandra Jensen and Eddie Jensen, Thatcher, Idaho.

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October 18, 2012

LEGAL NOTICES INVITATION TO BID Wayne School District is accepting bids for the replacement of all outside entry door locks on Wayne Middle School and Wayne High School doors. All qualified persons and/or lock smiths are invited to bid.

Bids must be received by Wayne School District by 5:00 P.M. on Friday, October 19, 2012. Please contact the Wayne School District Office for more information at 435-425-3813.

The Wayne School District Board of Education reserves the right to accept or reject any or all bids.

Published in The Wayne and Garfield County Insider on OCTOBER 4, 11 & 18, 2012 NOTICE TO WATER USERS The applications below were filed with the Division of Water Rights in Wayne County.

These are informal proceedings per Rule R655-6-2.

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, PO Box 146300, Salt Lake City, UT 84114-6300, or by hand delivery to a Division office during normal business hours ON OR BEFORE NOVEMBER 7, 2012. Please visit http://waterrights. utah.gov or call (801)-538-7240 for additional information.

CHANGE APPLICATION(S) 61-2973(a38487): Ronald and Eva Delorease Madruga, State of Utah Board of Water Resources, West Panguitch Irrigation and Reservoir Company propose(s) using 0.8 ac-ft. from groundwater (1 mile North of Panguitch) for IRRIGATION; DOMESTIC. 61-2972(a38488): Joseph Julian and Linda Rae Cratty, State of Utah Board of Water Resources, West Panguitch Irrigation and Reservoir Company propose(s) using 0.8 ac-ft. from groundwater (1 mile North of Panguitch) for IRRIGATION; DOMESTIC. NEW APPLICATION(S) 95-5295 (A79426): Paul T. and Elvon M. Jacobs Trust propose(s) using 0.015 cfs or 0.924 ac-ft. from groundwater (1/2 mile SE of Loa) for STOCKWATERING. Kent L. Jones, P.E. STATE ENGINEER Published in The Wayne and Garfield County Insider on OCTOBER 11 & 18, 2012.

PUBLIC NOTICE Note: This is a correction to a public notice published on October 4, 2012 The State Historic Preservation Review Board will meet at 1:00 p.m. on Thursday, November 15, 2012, in the Board Room of the Historic Rio Grande Depot, 300 S. Rio Grande St., Salt Lake City, UT, to consider the following nomination to the National Register of Historic Places: Escalante Historic District.

The public is welcome to attend. For more information on the Board of State History meeting, see the website, history.utah. gov.

Listing on the National Register provides recognition for historically significant properties. No restrictions come with National Register designation. Property owners retain all of their rights to alter, demolish, or maintain their buildings as they see fit. No additional requirements are imposed, nor will property taxes increase as a result of National Register historic district designation. Tax Credits: Owners of contributing historic buildings within the district may qualify for 20 percent savings on rehabilitation costs through state or federal income tax credit programs.

Additional information about the proposed historic district and the National Register program is available on the Utah Historical Society website, history.utah.gov, or at the Utah State Historic Preservation Office, 300 S. Rio Grande St., SLC, UT 84101. Telephone inquires can be made at (801) 245-7242 (Cory Jensen). Local contacts are also available. Comments on the nomination should be sent to the State Historic Preservation Officer before the Utah Board of State History meets on November 15, 2012.

Published in The Wayne and Garfield County Insider on OCTOBER 18, 2012 PUBLIC NOTICE Lake creek culvert replacement. Work on Forest Service Road 30153. Work will begin on October 10, 2012 for a period of 90 days. Road may be limited to one way traffic.Any questions call: Ron New & Sons Construction Co. 435-691-3124 or 435-6913127.

Published in The Wayne and Garfield County Insider on OCTOBER 11, 18 & 25 and NOVEMBER 1, 2012

AA OPEN MEETINGS

Every Wednesday and Sunday at 6:00 pm Bicknell Town Hall

ANNOUNCEMENT OF APPOINTMENT AND NOTICE TO CREDITORS PROBATE NO. 123600006 JUDGE MARVIN BAGLEY Estate of Debra Marie Callison, Deceased.

James R. Callison Jr., whose address is 162 Eagle Lane, Pullman, WA 99163, has been appointed as the Personal Representative of the above-entitled estate. Creditors of the estate are hereby notified to: (1) deliver or mail their written claims to the Personal Representative at the address above; (2) deliver or mail their written claims to the personal Representative’s attorney of record, William H. Leigh, Esq., at the following address: 36 North 300 West, Cedar City,UT 84720; or(3) file their written claims with the Clerk of the District Court-in Garfield County, or otherwise present their claims as required by Utah law within three months after the date of the first publication ofthisnotice or be foreverbarred.

WILLIAM H. LEIGH, Attorney for Personal Representative.

Published in The Wayne and Garfield County Insider on OCTOBER 18 & 25, and NOVEMBER 1, 2012 NoticE OF petition/intent to annex Please notice that the Panguitch City Recorder has received, accepted and on September 24, 2012 certified a petition that was filed by Markay Englestead to annex the following propety: LEGAL DESCRIPTION: Beginning at a point 841.50 feet South and 325.38 feet West of the Northeast corner of the Northwest quarter of Section 32, Township 34 South, Range 5 West, Salt Lake Base and Meridian; running thence South 0°02’45” West 306.94 feet; thence South 89°26’46” West 124.75 feet; thence Southwesterly along the arc of a curve to the left 155.62 feet through a central angle of 44°34’58” thence South 44°51’48” West 275.66 feet; thence Southwesterly along the arc of a curve to the right 111.49 feet through a central angle of 44°51’30”; thence North 39°28’18” East 90.82 feet; thence North 85°00’00” West 361.02 feet; thence North 502.92 feet; thence East 861.30 feet to the point of beginning.

A complete copy of the annexation petition is available at the city office for inspection and copying. The city may annex the property unless a written protest is filed with the county clerk and the city council within thirty (30) days from the date the petition was certified. Deadline to file is October 28, 2012 at the following address: Panguitch City, 25 South 200 East PO Box 75, Panguitch UT 84759 Donna Osborn, City Recorder Published in The Wayne and Garfield County Insider on OCTOBER 4, 11 & 18, 2012

Election Information: State Ballot Initiatives “As directed by Utah Code 20A-7-103, I, Greg Bell, Lieutenant Governor of the State of Utah, do hereby certify that the following two constitutional amendments will appear on the ballot for the General Election to be held on November 6, 2012. Fore more information, visit www.vote.utah.gov.”

Proposed Constitutional Amendments: Shall the Utah ConStitUtion be amended to reqUire a portion of the revenUe from all of the State’S SeveranCe taxeS, exClUding SeveranCe tax revenUe USed for indian tribeS, to be depoSited into the permanent State trUSt fUnd beginning JUly 1, 2016?

CONSTITUTIONAL AMENDMENT A JOINT RESOLUTION ON SEVERANCE TAX 2012 GENERAL SESSION UTAH CONSTITUTION SECTIONS AFFECTED: AMENDS: ARTICLE XIII, SECTION 5 ARTICLE XXII, SECTION 4 be it reSolved by the legiSlatUre of the State of Utah, twothirdS of all memberS eleCted to eaCh of the two hoUSeS voting in favor thereof:

SeCtion 1. it iS propoSed to amend Utah ConStitUtion artiCle xiii, SeCtion 5, to read: ARTICLE XIII, SECTION 5. [USE AND AMOUNT OF TAXES AND EXpENDITURES.] (1) the legiSlatUre Shall provide by StatUte for an annUal tax SUffiCient, with other revenUeS, to defray the eStimated ordinary expenSeS of the State for eaCh fiSCal year.

(2) (a) for any fiSCal year, the legiSlatUre may not make an appropriation or aUthorize an expenditUre if the State’S expenditUre exCeedS the total tax provided for by StatUte and

appliCable to the partiCUlar appropriation or expenditUre. (b) SUbSeCtion (2)(a) doeS not apply to an appropriation or expenditUre to SUppreSS inSUrreCtion, defend the State, or aSSiSt in defending the United StateS in time of war.

(3) for any debt of the State, the legiSlatUre Shall provide by StatUte for an annUal tax SUffiCient to pay: (a) the annUal intereSt; and (b) the prinCipal within 20 yearS after the final paSSage of the StatUte Creating the debt.

(4) exCept aS provided in artiCle x, SeCtion 5, SUbSeCtion (5) (a), the legiSlatUre may not impoSe a tax for the pUrpoSe of a politiCal SUbdiviSion of the State, bUt may by StatUte aUthorize politiCal SUbdiviSionS of the State to aSSeSS and ColleCt taxeS for their own pUrpoSeS. (5) all revenUe from taxeS on intangible property or from a tax on inCome Shall be USed to SUpport the SyStemS of pUbliC

artiCle x, SeCtion 2.

(6) proCeedS from feeS, taxeS, and other ChargeS related to the edUCation and higher edUCation aS defined in

operation of motor vehiCleS on pUbliC highwayS and proCeedS from an exCiSe tax on liqUid motor fUel USed to propel thoSe

motor vehiCleS Shall be USed for: (a) StatUtory refUndS and adJUStmentS and CoStS of ColleCtion and adminiStration; (b) the ConStrUCtion, maintenanCe, and repair of State and loCal roadS, inClUding payment for property taken for or damaged by rightS-of-way and for aSSoCiated adminiStrative CoStS; (C) driver edUCation; (d) enforCement of State motor vehiCle and traffiC lawS; and (e) the payment of the prinCipal of and intereSt on any obligation of the State or a City or CoUnty, iSSUed for any of the pUrpoSeS Set forth in SUbSeCtion (6)(b) and to whiCh any of the feeS, taxeS, or other ChargeS deSCribed in thiS SUbSeCtion (6) have been pledged, inClUding any paid to the State or a City or CoUnty, aS provided by StatUte. (7) feeS and taxeS on tangible perSonal property impoSed Under SeCtion 2, SUbSeCtion (6) of thiS artiCle are not SUbJeCt to SUbSeCtion (6) of thiS SeCtion 5 and Shall be diStribUted to the taxing diStriCtS in whiCh the property iS loCated in the Same proportion aS that in whiCh

the revenUe ColleCted from real property tax iS diStribUted.

(8) a politiCal SUbdiviSion of the State may Share itS tax and other revenUeS with another politiCal SUbdiviSion of the State aS provided by StatUte. (9) beginning JUly 1, 2016, the aggregate annUal revenUe from

all SeveranCe taxeS, aS thoSe taxeS are defined by StatUte, exCept revenUe that by StatUte iS USed for pUrpoSeS related to any federally reCognized indian tribe, Shall be depoSited

State trUSt fUnd Under artiCle xxii, SeCtion 4, aS followS: (a) 25% of the firSt $50,000,000 of aggregate annUal revenUe; (b) 50% of the next $50,000,000 of aggregate annUal revenUe; annUally into the permanent

and

(C) 75% of the aggregate annUal revenUe that exCeedS $100,000,000.

SeCtion 2. it iS propoSed to amend Utah ConStitUtion artiCle xxii, SeCtion 4, to read: ARTICLE XXII, SECTION 4. [STATE TRUST FUND -- pRINCIpAL TO bE HELD IN pERpETUITy -- USE OF INCOME.] (1) there iS eStabliShed a permanent State trUSt fUnd ConSiSting of: (a) aS provided by StatUte or appropriation, fUndS that the State reCeiveS relating to the november 1998 Settlement agreement with leading tobaCCo manUfaCtUrerS; (b) money or other aSSetS given to the fUnd Under any proviSion of law; [and] (C) SeveranCe tax revenUe, aS provided in artiCle xiii, SeCtion 5, SUbSeCtion (9); and [(C)] (d) other fUndS and aSSetS that the trUSt fUnd reCeiveS by beqUeSt or private donation.

(2) exCept aS provided in SUbSeCtion (4), the State treaSUrer Shall, aS provided by StatUte, hold all trUSt fUndS and aSSetS in trUSt and inveSt them for the benefit of the people of the State

in perpetUity.

(3) the inCome from the State trUSt fUnd Shall be depoSited into the general fUnd. (4) with the ConCUrrenCe of the governor and three-foUrthS of eaCh hoUSe of the legiSlatUre, fUndS or aSSetS in the trUSt fUnd may be removed from the fUnd for depoSit into the general fUnd. SeCtion 3. SUbMITTAL TO VOTERS. the lieUtenant governor iS direCted to SUbmit thiS propoSed amendment to the voterS of the State at the next regUlar

general eleCtion in the manner provided by law.

SeCtion 4. EFFECTIVE DATE. if the amendment propoSed by thiS Joint reSolUtion iS approved by a maJority of thoSe voting on it at the next regUlar general eleCtion, the amendment Shall take effeCt on

JanUary 1,2013.

CONSTITUTIONAL AMENDMENT B JOINT RESOLUTION ON PROPERTY TAX EXEMPTION FOR MILITARY PERSONELL 2012 GENERAL SESSION UTAH CONSTITUTION SECTIONS AFFECTED: AMENDS: ARTICLE XIII, SECTION 3 Be it resolved by the Legislature of the state of Utah, two-thirds of all members elected to each of the two houses voting in favor thereof: Section 1. It is proposed to amend Utah Constitution Article XIII, Section 3, to read: Article XIII, Section 3. [Property tax exemptions.]

(1) The following are exempt from property tax: (a) property owned by the State; (b) property owned by a public library; (c) property owned by a school district; (d) property owned by a political subdivision of the State, other than a school district, and located within the political subdivision; (e) property owned by a political subdivision of the State, other than a school district, and located outside the political subdivision unless the Legislature by statute authorizes the property tax on that property; (f) property owned by a nonprofit entity used exclusively for

religious, charitable, or educational purposes; (g) places of burial not held or used for private or corporate benefit; (h) farm equipment and farm machinery as defined by statute; (i) water rights, reservoirs, pumping plants, ditches, canals, pipes, flumes, power plants, and transmission lines to the extent owned and used by an individual or corporation to irrigate land that is: (i) within the State; and (ii) owned by the individual or corporation, or by an individual member of the corporation; and (j) (i) if owned by a nonprofit entity and used within the State to irrigate land, provide domestic water, as defined by statute, or provide water to a public water supplier: (A) water rights; and (B) reservoirs, pumping plants, ditches, canals, pipes, flumes, and, as defined by statute, other water infrastructure; (ii) land occupied by a reservoir, ditch, canal, or pipe that is exempt under Subsection (1)(j)(i)(B) if the land is owned by the nonprofit entity that owns the reservoir, ditch, canal, or pipe; and (iii) land immediately adjacent to a reservoir, ditch, canal, or pipe that is exempt under Subsection (1)(j)(i)(B) if the land is: (A) owned by the nonprofit entity that owns the adjacent reservoir, ditch, canal, or pipe; and (B) reasonably necessary for the maintenance or for otherwise supporting the operation of the reservoir, ditch, canal, or pipe.

(2) (a) The Legislature may by statute exempt the following from property tax: (i) tangible personal property constituting inventory present in the State on January 1 and held for sale in the ordinary course of business; (ii) tangible personal property present in the State on January 1 and held for sale or processing and shipped to a final destination outside the State within 12 months; (iii) subject to Subsection (2)(b), property to the extent used to generate and deliver electrical power for pumping water to irrigate lands in the State; (iv) up to 45% of the fair market value of residential property, as defined by statute; (v) household furnishings, furniture, and equipment used exclusively by the owner of that property in maintaining the owner’s home; and (vi) tangible personal property that, if subject to property tax, would generate an inconsequential amount of revenue. (b) The exemption under Subsection (2)(a)(iii) shall accrue to the benefit of the users of pumped water as provided by statute.

(3) The following may be exempted from property tax as provided by statute: (a) property owned by a disabled person who, during military training or a military conflict, was disabled in the line of duty in the military service of the United States or the State; [and] (b) property owned by the unmarried surviving spouse or the minor orphan of a person who: (i) is described in Subsection (3)(a); or (ii) during military training or a military conflict, was killed in action or died in the line of duty in the military service of the United States or the State[.]; and (c) real property owned by a person in the military or the person’s spouse, or both, and used as the person’s primary residence, if the person serves under an order to federal active duty out of state for at least 200 days in a calendar year or 200 consecutive days.

(4) The Legislature may by statute provide for the remission or abatement of the taxes of the poor.

Section 2. Submittal to voters.

The lieutenant governor is directed to submit this proposed amendment to the voters of the state at the next regular general election in the manner provided by law.

Section 3. Effective date.

If the amendment proposed by this joint resolution is approved by a majority of those voting on it at the next regular general election, the amendment shall take effect on January 1, 2013.

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LEGAL NOTICES Garfield County Election Information NOTICE TO GARFIELD COUNTY CITIZENS

THE 2012 GENERAL ELECTION WILL BE HELD NOVEMBER 6, 2012 EARLY VOTING IS AVAILABLE IN THE COUNTY CLERK’S OFFICE (55 SOUTH MAIN STREET) FROM 9:00 A.M. TO 5:00 P.M. TUESDAY, OCTOBER 23RD TO FRIDAY, OCTOBER 26TH AND MONDAY, OCTOBER 29TH TO FRIDAY, NOVEMBER 2ND. THE POLLS WILL OPEN AT 7:00 A.M.. AND CLOSE AT 8:00 P.M. ON ELECTION DAY, TUESDAY, NOVEMBER 6TH. PHOTO ID WILL BE REQUIRED AT POLLING LOCATIONS.

Garfield County Ballot: Front oFFICIAL bALLoT GARFIeLD CoUnTY, UTAH TUeSDAY, noVembeR 6, 2012

ESCALANTE SENIOR CENTER COURTHOUSE COURTHOUSE TROPIC HERITAGE CENTER

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HATCH PRECINCT HENRIEVILLE PRECINCT TICABOO PRECINCT

BY MAIL VOTERS SHOULD RECEIVE THEIR BALLOTS BY FRIDAY, OCTOBER 19 TH . IF YOUR HAVE NOT RECEIVED YOUR BALLOT, PLEASE CONTACT THE CLERK’S OFFICE 435-676-1163.

VOTERS MAY REGISTER TO VOTE IN THE COUNTY CLERK’S OFFICE UNTIL MONDAY, OCTOBER 22ND. A PUBLIC DEMONSTRATION OF THE LOGIC AND ACCURACY TESTING FOR THE VOTING EQUIPMENT WILL BE HELD THURSDAY, OCTOBER 18TH AT 11:00 A.M. IN THE COUNTY CLERK’S OFFICE.

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the real property is owned by a person in the military, or the person's spouse, or both; the real property is the military person's primary residence; and the military person serves in federal active duty out of state for at least 200 days in a calendar year or 200 consecutive days?

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JUDICIAL ReTenTIon Shall MARVIN D BAGLEY be retained in the office of Judge of the District Court of the Sixth Judicial District?

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THE FOLLOWING PRECINCTS WILL VOTE BY MAIL. ANTIMONY PRECINCT BOULDER PRECINCT BRYCE CANYON CITY PRECINCT CANNONVILLE PRECINCT

UTAH SenATe DISTRICT 24

InSTRUCTIonS To VoTeRS: To vote for the candidate of your choice, completely darken the OVAL next to the candidate's name. To vote for a person whose name is not on the ballot, darken the OVAL next to "Write-In" and next to your choice. Use write in the candidate's name on the Write-in line. To vote on a measure, fill in the oval ballpoint pen with dark ink (not red). All distinguishing marks or erasures are forbidden and make the ballot void. If you tear, deface, or wrongly mark this ballot, contact the County Clerk's office or Poll Worker. VoTe LIKe THIS: VoTe boTH SIDeS oF THe bALLoT Voting this Straight party Race is FeDeRAL RACeS STATe RACeS optional. It is permissible to vote for U.S. HoUSe oF pReSIDenT oF THe UnITeD candidates of various political parties in RepReSenTATIVe STATeS this election.

(Vote for one) ConGReSSIonAL DISTRICT 2 STRAIGHT pARTY (Vote for one) GRN REP ConSTITUTIon pARTY CON JILL STeIn CHRIS STeWART

THE POLLING LOCATIONS ARE: ESCALANTE PRECINCT: PANGUITCH PRECINCT #1: PANGUITCH PRECINCT #2: TROPIC PRECINCT:

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LOVE is Spelled TIME BICKNELL - You may have heard that LOVE is spelled TIME. It’s true. Love is a lot like a tender plant.

If you will take the time to nurture the plant then it will bloom and produce something wonderful.

Finding that time early on in your relationship never seemed to be an issue. If anything you probably spent too much time together. But

then kids come along, work gets busier and it seems like you have time for everything and everyone except for each other. Don’t get caught in that trap. Make the time for each other and the results will be worth the effort.

So when was the last time the two of you went on a date together? Dating has been scientifically proven to increase your chances of achieving a

happy marriage. So why not join us at the Sunglow Restaurant for your next date.

The Sunglow Restaurant has agreed to host the next Wayne County Extension Date Night on Saturday October 27th at 7:00pm. Enjoy an amazing meal for only $10 per couple. The meal will include a pot roast dinner with a salad or a drink. After the meal we will hear a brief but highly en-

tertaining and educational presentation on what we can do to help make our marriages run even smoother.

You don’t want to miss this date night as we will be giving out some amazing door prizes to strengthen your marriage that will include a free night stay at the Road Creek Inn. —Aaron Larson

www.utahupstar t.org

FREE in-home preschool program for children entering kindergarten in 2014

Programa preescolar GRATUITO para niños para niños que ingresaran al Kínder en el 2014

Prepare your child for kindergarten with UPSTART, a computer-based program sponsored by the state of Utah.

Prepare a su hijo para el Kinder con UPSTART, un programa por computadora patrocinado por el estado de Utah.

Using Waterford Institute’s award-winning software, this unique program provides children with an individualized reading, math, and science curriculum with a focus on reading instruction.

Utilizando el software premiado de Waterford Institute, este programa único les provee a los niños instrucción individualizada en Lectura, Matemática y Ciencia con enfoque especial en Lectura.

Pre-register your child

TODAY!

VISIT www.utahupstart.org/pre-register_now or CONTACT US at 1-800-669-4533.

¡Pre-inscriba a su hijo

HOY!

VISITE www.utahupstart.org/pre-register_now_es o COMUNÍQUESE con nosotros al 1-800-669-4533.

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CLASSIFIEDS

Garfield: 676-2621 • Wayne: 836-2622

REAL ESTATE

RENTALS

BEAUTIFUL - 3 Bedroom 2 bath SFH, 1/3 acre, 1800 Square feet. Recently remodeled. New Roof. Move-in Ready. 2 garages and 2 car carport plus 1 storage building. 120 North 200 East, Loa. $105K + cc.

Call (435) 691-0689

HOUSE FOR RENT IN BICKNELL - 116 S. 400 W. First/last month rent + $600 deposit. 4BR, 2BA, family room, living room, dining room, front room, office space, carport, pellet stove and fireplace w/insert, oil furnace.

On 1/2 acre.

Call (435) 425-3723 rtn

ESCALANTE PROPERTY FOR SALE - 1 ac or 2 ac lots, 575 S. Center St., mature trees on frontage. $35,000 for 1 ac, or $65,000 for both lots (2 ac).

Highly negotiable. Contact Robert Brown (435) 826-4982 12/13

HOUSE FOR SALE IN Torrey Sleeping Rainbow Estates 40-50 Native Trees, 3 BR 2 Bath, Incredible Views, 2000 Sq ft. with 2000 sq ft. detached garage. 2 Acres. Call Lowell at 425-3824 or cell (435) 896-7092 rtn

FOR SALE NOTOM FUJI APPLES Orchards for Fuji apples will open on October 6, 2012.

Price: $15.00/bushel. U-Pick.

Bring your own containers and ladders. Orchards for Red and Yellow Delicious apples will remain open as well. If you have any further questions, please call (435) 456-9132 10/25

MATTRESS KING - Twins from $79.95, Queens from $139.95, Kings from $349.95.

In Richfield. Can deliver.

(435) 201-4368. Sofas, Sectionals, Recliners available. *Call me* rtn 1990 27 FT WILDERNESS YUKON TRAVEL TRAILER. $1,200. Call Hafdis at (435) 425-3500.

10/18 TORREY MOVING SALE Items include 26 Ft. Tioga motor home, 2-seater Wave Runner, couch set, 8 theater seats, foosball table, 4 swivel bar stools, coffee table, girls twin bed with built-in drawers, wood lathe w/ shaping tools, dishwasher, rider mower w/ bagger, tillers, table saw, ceiling fans and other items. FRIDAY and SATURDAY Oct. 19th & 20th, 8am - 5pm, 665 WEST SAND CREEK, Torrey. Questions: Call (435) 4910329.

10/18

HOME FOR RENT IN LOA Nice home for rent in Loa located at 244 S. 100 W. All kitchen appliances are included, 3 BR, Bathroom, Laundry Room, Lg. Family Room. For more info, please contact Stan Chappell at Garkane Energy (435) 836-2795.

11/29 Home For Rent Or Possible Lease Option - 3600 sq ft. home with 5 bedrooms 2.5 baths and oversized garage sitting on 1+ acre. Recently remodeled home with recently upgraded stainless steel appliances. $1100.00 + Deposit Contact Wendy (435) 513-2046 or grammywen@gmail.com 10/25 MODERN CABIN Fully furnished, private fantastic setting, 2B, 2B, Garage, A/C, Gas Fireplace, 4WD recommended, D Country Road, 1st, last and Security Deposit. $680/month. No Animals.

Call Monica at 208-720-2217 SPACIOUS TEASDALE APT. - 1 BR apartment, likenew appliances, utilities included, satellite dish. Must see to appreciate. Call (435) 425-3789.

10/25 House for rent in Loa - 3BR new tile, coal furnace, 2 car carport, outside corrals. No smoking, no indoor pets. $500 a month. Call Sharon @435-691-1991 to get an application.

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HELP WANTED NOTICE OF JOB OPENING October 5, 2012 MEMBER SERVICES MANAGER / STAFF ASSISTANT QUALIFICATIONS: Candidates should possess significant knowledge and experience in Cooperative member and public relations. A degree or significant experience is required in either Marketing or Public Relations. Candidates should possess significant computer and data processing capabilities, such as: word processing, spreadsheet, presentation software and desktop publishing software including InDesign and Photoshop. Experience in web page design and social media is also desirable. Applicant must possess excellent verbal and written communications skills. Applicant must also work well with youth.

SALARY: Starting salary will be within the Association’s present salary scale, depending on training and experience. Excellent benefit package.

This position may be located in the Kanab, Hatch, or Loa offices.

APPLICATIONS: Applications will be accepted immediately from interested parties. Application forms are available at any of the GARKANE OFFICES. Deadline to apply is October 26, 2012. Interested parties should submit a resume and record of training and experience.

For more information, contact Carl Albrecht, CEO, or Marcus Lewis, Staff Assistant, toll free at 1-800-747-5403.

Garkane reserves the right to accept or reject any application in accordance with applicable state and federal rules and regulations.

- Equal Opportunity Employer 10/18

Position Opening Panguitch City has an opening for a Social Hall monitor for the winter months. Position will be responsible for keeping the Social Hall open from 6:30-9 p.m. Monday thru Saturday.

Hall will close for major events, holidays, High School athletic events, and when rented for a public event. Monitor will be responsible for maintaining order, care of equipment, and making sure building is open and maintained. Position will start on approximately November 1st, 2012 and will continue until approximately April 1 of the following year. Hours and overall schedule will be determined by use, events, weather, and budget.

Monitor must be willing to work with youth and have evenings free. Salary is $8.00/hour. Applications can be picked up at the Panguitch City Office or Job Service in Panguitch and must be received at Panguitch City by 5 p.m. on October 26, 2012.

More detailed questions can be directed to Allen K. Henrie at the Panguitch City Office (25 South 200 East – 435-676-8585) during normal business hours.

Send Applications to: Panguitch City, Attention Allen K. Henrie P.O. Box 75 25 South 200 East, Panguitch, UT 84759 Panguitch City is an equal opportunity employer.

10/25

HELP WANTED Wayne County is accepting applications for the following position: Job Title: Sheriff’s Office Secretary FLSA Status: Non-exempt Summary of Essential Duties & Responsibilities: Answer Phone, Computer entry, Filing of all documents, Record monthly deputy reports, BCI monthly reports, Jail reimbursement reports, Prepare Cop-Shop article for the Insider, Newsletters to deputies and reserve officers, Year end reports and comparisons, Fingerprinting, Keep training records on all officers, Prepare Civil process services, Keep NCIC validations current, Keep vehicle maintenance records, Prepare bills for payment, Prepare Forest Service reports, Presentations for public relations, Assist in budget preparation, Light janitorial duties, Assist Search and Rescue with record keeping, Other duties as assigned.

Preferred qualifications: 1. Knowledge of and proficiency in: Word Perfect/Microsoft Word, E-Force and FatPot (Law enforcement programs), Microsoft Excel.

2. Some knowledge of standard office procedures and policies; good English usage, grammar, and spelling; operation of standard office machinery; filing systems, alphabetical and numerical; computer operation; telephone etiquette; basic interpersonal skills; 3. Ability to communicate effectively verbally and in writing; follow written or oral instructions; work in a standard office setting requiring extensive setting or standing; write legibly; respond to requests for assistance or information; demonstrate self motivation; develop effective working relationships with supervisors, fellow employees, and the public.

4. Work Environment: Tasks require variety of physical activities, not generally involving muscular strain, and does involve walking, standing, stooping, lifting, sitting and reaching. Talking, hearing and seeing necessary in performing job duties. Common eye, hand, finger, leg and foot dexterity exist. Mental application utilizes memory for details, verbal instructions, emotional and discriminating thinking. Appearance must be appropriate and professional.

Applicants selected for interview will undergo physical and psychological evaluations and must pass criminal background check. This will be a part time position from November 5th through December for training purposes. The Position will be full time beginning January 1st.

Applications can be picked up at the County Clerk=s office and will be accepted until 5:00 p.m. on Monday October 22, 2012. If you Barney Trucking is lookhave any questions, please call ing for truck drivers in the the County Clerk=s office at Panguitch, UT area.

435-836-1300, or the Sheriff’s Great pay and benefits.

Office at 435-836-1308.

Valid CDL with Doubles Ryan Torgerson, Wayne endorsement required.To County Clerk/Auditor apply, go to www.barney10/18 trucking.com or call 435-529-4422.

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October 18, 2012 WCBA Board of Directors: Ted Winder - President RayLynne Cooper - Vice President Amy Jackson - Financial Officer Vicky Bower - Program Officer Brian Swanson - Past President Ty Markham - At Large Director Jessica Alvey - At Large Director LeEllen McCartney - At Large Director Gary Bagley - At Large Director West Taylor - At Large Director Lore Anderson - At Large Director

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FAQ on WCBA microenterprise loan project What is a microenterprise loan fund?

Microenterprise loan funds make capital available to launch or expand small businesses. Each program is as unique as the community it supports.

In our state, the Utah Microenterprise Loan Fund, a private non-profit agency, serves eleven northern counties. The UMLF program gives an idea of the range of possibilities we can create in Wayne County.

The UMLF offers direct loans to small businesses to: • Start brand new businesses, including businesses that are located in the home; • Buy equipment or products to sell; • Have enough money to pay for employees, advertising and other business costs; • Refinance credit card debt that was spent on starting and/or running the business; • Cover the cash “gap” that happens between providing the service or product and getting paid from the customer; • Who have been injured on the job and want to start a small business so they can get back to work.

Other programs offer loans that can be used to support operating funds or revolving funds to launch seasonal businesses. In some cases, all that is needed are loan guarantees to encourage private banks to take risks in our rural and economically disadvantaged area. The WCBA will tailor our microloan program to fit our local needs.

Why is the WCBA spearheading this project?

Access to capital is #1 problem for rural businesses.

Our members tell us that with small increments of financing, they can take the next steps to building a more robust local economy.

In our research, we have found that the most successful USDA programs are sponsored by Chambers of Commerce or Business Associations.

The WCBA has a proven record of collaboration and leadership that cuts across township boundaries.

Other communities in Utah are reported to be unable to solve simple problems because they can’t get along. The WCBA is in a position to present a unified face of business leadership to potential funding agencies.

Where will the money come from?

Potential sources are for-profit banks, federal grant programs, particularly the USDA, the Utah Micro Enterprise Loan fund, and other rural economic

development programs. A WCBA program will likely will use a combination of several sources.

How will it be administered?

Microenterprise loan funds are typically administered by a nonprofit agency. In Wayne County, this can be WCBA, or a Community Development Financial Institution (CDFI) or Community Development Corporation (CDC) or corroboratively with a lending partner like UMLF, or Utah Business Lending Center.

What are the steps the WCBA is taking?

• Identifying funding sources; • Gathering data needed to apply for funding; • Designing preliminary funding proposals; • Exploring the appropriate entity to administer the program (WCBA or a new and separate nonprofit organization); • Preparing grant applications for funding.

Heritage Starfest’s hard-working organizers (L to R): Kate Magargal, Annette Lamb and Olivia Clark. (photo by Ted Winder).

Heritage Starfest beats clouds, brings out stars

The WCBA congratulates the Heritage Starfest team for another successful event. Despite the uncooperative weather on Friday, many people enjoyed the astronomy activities, exhibits, Why do I need to complete a survey?

Participating in the survey helps in two ways. First, demonstrations, and speakers. On Saturday, the clouds cleared we need to capture an accurate snapshot of Wayne and telescopes revealed mysteries of the night skies at the Wayne County’s business community and its needs. Second, County Community Center in Bicknell. just by participating, you help us build the case for broad community support for this program that will help us “sell” our grant proposals to funding agencies.

What kind of financial data are you asking for?

The survey requests only that you categorize your business finances within a range. For example, it asks for an approximate value of net business assets within the range of $10,000 or less; $10,001 to $50,000; $50,001 to $100,00; or more than $100,000.

Will my financial information be shared?

The survey is anonymous; it does not ask for your name or the name of your business. Your data will be combined with the other responses and shared only in the aggregate.

How my information be used?

Once the survey results are compiled, we will be able to draw a picture for potential grant-giving agencies of the needs of Wayne County businesses, such as how many businesses might benefit in the next six months from loans under $10,000.

How can I support this program?

• Fill out the survey; • Volunteer for a WCBA micro loan subcommittee; • Shop and invest locally.

Email us at waynecountyba@gmail.com for a link to the online survey.

UPCOMING November 12 (Mon) Christy Nebeker from Six County Association of Governments will be at the Wayne County Community Center at 1 p.m. to help seniors on an individual basis re-enroll for Medicare Benefits. She will answer Medicare questions and provide information about secondary insurance.

SEASON’S END Cafe Diablo The last day of the season for Cafe Diablo will be Saturday, October 27.

We hope to see all of you soon.

Maria’s Grill will be closing for the winter November 3, reopening March 1. Thank you for all your support and hope to see you before we close and again when we reopen.

Slackers Burger Joint. We are closing for the season on Sunday, October 21st. Thanks to everyone for all your support this year.

WCBA General Meeting next Wednesday The WCBA will conduct its annual general business meeting on Wednesday, October 24th at 11:00 am at the Road Creek Inn in Loa. Elections will be held for new officers. RayLynne Cooper, who has been Vice President, will become the President, replacing Ted Winder who has served for the past year.

Nominations are still open (until Monday at 6:00 p.m. - email or call 425.3950) for new officers: Vice President (President Elect), Financial Officer, Program Officer and Development Officer.

Also on the agenda will be an update with the Micro Enterprise Loan project, Local First Utah, Meet our Wayne County Commissioner Candidates and other reports.

Wednesday, October 24th 11:00 a.m. - luncheon to follow ($5 donation) Road Creek Inn Hosted by new managers David Chappell & Melvin Batty 90 S. Main, Loa RSVP to 425.3950 (for lunch count)

Farmers Market returns to Robbers’ Roost

Torrey Farmers Market will be held as usual this week at the Robbers Roost Bookstore. Randy Ramsley will be here as will all the other farmers. This may be our last market if we should get a hard freeze so be sure to come and enjoy this one!

THIS WEEK THURSDAY 10/18

SATURDAY 10/20

SUNDAY 10/21

SPIN, 5:30 a.m. and 8:0 a.m. Power Plant Fitness Center, Bicknell. 425-3331.

Members free/$5 drop-in.

Farmers Market, 4 - 5:00 p.m. at Robbers Roost Bookstore, Torrey. Fresh produce, cheese and bread from Mesa Farm, Farm Fresh eggs, Native Plants, Anderson Furniture, crafts, original artwork and more.

Country Cafe, All You Can Eat BBQ Ribs, Loa. 289 N. Main, Loa. 4 p.m. to closing. $10.95 per person.

The Saddlery Cowboy Bar & Steakhouse, Torrey. Live music by The Adaptors at 8:00 p.m., 422 West Hwy 24. Find us on Facebook for updates on upcoming performers and specials, www.facebook. com/thesaddlery.

FRIDAY 10/19

The Saddlery Cowboy Bar & Steakhouse, Torrey. Live music by Wild Country at 8:30 p.m., 422 West Hwy 24.

The Wayne Theatre, Showtimes at www. facebook.com/thewaynetheatre. 11 E. Main St. Bicknell.

29th Annual Holiday Fair. Bicknell Community Center.

Entrada Institute Annual Fundraiser/ Torrey event with former Utah Poet Laureate David Lee. Tickets available at www.entradainstitute.org.

The Saddlery Cowboy Bar & Steakhouse, Torrey. Live music by Wild Country at 8:30 p.m., 422 West Hwy 24.

The Wayne Theatre, Showtimes at www. facebook.com/thewaynetheatre. 11 E. Main St. Bicknell.

The Wayne Theatre, Showtimes at www. facebook.com/thewaynetheatre. 11 E. Main St. Bicknell.

MONDAY 10/15

The Wayne Theatre, Showtimes at www. facebook.com/thewaynetheatre.

WEDNESDAY 10/24 Entrepreneurship Seminar featuring Cheryl Snapp Conner of Snapp Conner PR. Weekly series sponsored by the Utah SBDC. 12:30 p.m., Karen H. Huntsman Library, Snow College, Ephraim or live streaming video.

SPECIAL DEALS Linda’s in Loa Wanted: Friends & Neighbors. Come to Linda’s in Loa for a Deer Hunter’s Sale! Saturday, October 20 from 10 a.m.-5:00 p.m. Come prepared to buy & save–20% off all Fall Items!

Mane-E-Acs Hair Salon is now offering eyelash extension.

Mention you saw this in the Insider to receive $10 off a full set. For an appointment call 836-2602 or 691-0842.

Maria’s Grill is for sale call 691-2622.

Laforborn Guest Ranch is offering a holiday special (UEA, Halloween, Thanksgiving etc.) for those who have family or friends coming and need extra room. Our cozy barn apartment is available for only $130 per night for the first 2 nights and $99 for each night thereafter. Located on the Teasdale Road, it has two bedrooms, two baths, TV, Wi-Fi, full kitchen and sleeps up to six. Give JaNae a call and mention this ad at 425.3950. www.laforborn.com

A Sign For All Seasons Boutique has ghosts, goblins and witches just in time for Halloween. New this year are yard art cutouts finished or unfinished but cute as can be. Receive a free pumpkin shelf sitter (set of three) with your $30.00 purchase through the end of October. Come in Saturday October 20th and get a sample of “Ghostly Grub” and find the perfect addition to your seasonal decor and gifts for the whole family. We love custom orders! 83 W. Center Loa. Backcountry Outfitters. We have warm gear for cool fall weather. Osprey, Camelbak, Mountain Hardwear, Ex Officio, Keen boots, SmartWool, more. Check out our sale racks up to 40% off! Junction of Highways 12 & 24,(435) 425-2010. www.backcountryoutfitters.com.

Brian Farm Service Center. Come by and check out our new John Deere Corner with lots of new toys for the kids.

We also have a new line of western and wildlife art. Great ideas for the upcoming holidays. 33 E 300 S Loa. Brooke’s Country Boutique New this week: Duffle Bags (very nice for sports, sleepovers and just a carry all bag). I have lots of different styles as well only $23.00. Animal Hats: for young kids to Teens, only $9.99. Follow me on Facebook: aloadofcrafts. Open Tuesday through Friday 10:30 till 5:30377 S. Main Lyman.

CastleRock Coffee & Candy O u r a n n u a l “ C u s t om e r Appreciation Halloween Party” is on Oct. 27th from noon to 4 PM. Get ready for great costumes, wear yours, and enjoy our Halloween treats. Bring the kids for face painting and spooky tales of hauntings and strange happenings.

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October 18, 2012

Preventing Problems and Mistakes in Estate Planning

By Jeffery J. McKenna

When you make a will or trust, you are not obligated to leave property to anyone.

In order to discourage disappointed heirs from disputing your estate plan, you can include a “no-contest” provision that automatically cancels an heir’s inheritance if he or she challenges the distribution of your assets in any way. The original reasoning for the nocontest provision was to intimidate any heir who may consider contesting a will or trust, thereby securing his or her cooperation.

“No-contest” clauses can be broad or narrow, and may even disinherit people who challenge transfers made outside your will (through a trust or beneficiary designation).

Of course, you cannot make a bequest of property you don’t own, but you can often provide in a will that a beneficiary will only receive your bequest if they abandon their rights in some other property.

In a recent case, a court was asked to decide whether a refusal to abandon such rights

would constitute a “will contest” that would void other gifts. When a testator died, he left a complex estate plan that included a will, a trust, and beneficiary designations for his retirement account. The testator’s wife legally owned part of his retirement account and other “community property.” The testator’s will and trust required his wife to abandon her “community property” rights in order to receive benefits worth $2.65 million from her husband’s trust.

The wife filed a special petition with the court, asking whether she would be viewed as “contesting” the estate plan if she sought to enforce her community property rights. The wife claimed that her husband had mistakenly transferred some community assets to his own trust, and she was merely trying to correct the mistake. On appeal, the Court ruled that the wife’s challenges would constitute a “contest.” Therefore, she had to decide whether to assert her “community property” rights (and thus receive only her share of community property, and nothing from her husband’s trust) or simply accept the provisions of the trust and will (thus sacrificing her “community property” rights).

This case illustrates an important issue. If you make a mistake in your estate plan, a “no-contest” clause in a will or trust may prevent your heirs

HALLOWEEN PARTY Join us at the Saddlery as we celebrate the end of our season on Halloween night!

Come in your best costume or as yourself (whichever frightens the most!)

Live music by the Adaptors will start at 7:30pm!

from correcting the mistake.

On the other hand, if you don’t include a “no-contest” clause, an heir might contest your estate plan, thus delaying the distribution of your assets, and frustrating your goals. There are many such issues with Estate Planning that require careful planning and expertise to avoid.

Some Estate Planning and Administration problems are difficult and expensive to resolve. Often, the advice of an estate planning attorney can be very helpful in avoiding unnecessary problems.

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

He is a partner at the law firm of Barney, McKenna and Olmstead, with offices in St. George and Mesquite. He is a founding member of the Southern Utah Estate Planning Council. If you have questions or topics that you would like addressed in these articles please email him at jmckenna@barney-mckenna. com or call 435 628-1711

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