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Show May 14, 1999 The Summit County Bee Page D8 Utah Crop Weather Of the'44 stations reporting, all reported measurable precipitation. Precipitation was moderate to heavy across the state. Silver Lake Brighton reported the highest precipitation with 3.06 inches. Other stations reporting high precipitation were: Scofield Skyline Mine,7 2.90 2.86 inches; Rosette, inches; Olmstead, 2.42 inches; Pleasant Grove, 2.34 inches; Levan 2.28 inches; and Morgan, 2.00 inches. For the state as a whole, the water year currently stands at 103 percent of normal. This is compared with 142 percent at the same time last year. This past week temperatures were below normal. Maximums averaged 7 degrees below normal, and mini-muaveraged 2 degrees above normal. St. George reported the highest temperature with 82 degrees. Other high temperatures were reported at: Arches National Park, 80 degrees; Moab, 80 degrees; Green 78 River, degrees; Zion 76 degrees, Hanksville, National Park, 76 degrees; and Blanding 73 degrees. Bryce Canyon National Park reported the lowest temperature for the week with 16 degrees. Other low temperatures were reported at: Silver Lake Brighton, 21 degrees; Cedar City, 23 degrees; Scofield Skyline Mine, 23 degrees; Modena, 25 degrees; Panguitch, 25 degrees; and Eskdale, 27 degrees. The heating degree day accumulation stands at 91 percent of normal. This is compared with 92 percent of normal last year at this time. Rains throughout the week delayed planting of small grains. Although this put the growth behind some, farmers were glad to get the moisture. Most counties reported cherries and pears were slightly ahead of last year, while apples were 24 percent behind 1998. Cows calved were 93 percent complete, 3 percent above last year, and 1 percent above the fiveyear average. Cattle and calf condition wu 17 percent flit; 77 percent good, and .6 percent excellent Ewes lambed on the range wu 78 percent complete, 1 percent above 1998. Sheep sheared on the range wu 89 percent complete, 6 percent above 1998. Sheep and lamb condition wu 4 percent very poor, 16 percent fair, 72 percent good, and 8 percent that grains look good to very good. One county reported problems with crickets and grasshoppers. Those farmers that were able to get in the fields were busy fertilizing and spraying. Spring wheat planted was 91 percent complete, 5 percent below last year, and 72 percent emerged, 7 percent above last year. Barley was 89 percent planted, only 2 percent below 199; and 72 percent emerged, 14 percent above 1998 and 7 percent above the fiveyear average. Oats were 65 percent planted, 10 percent above 1998; and 35 percent emerged, 10 percent above 1998. Cora wu 7 percent planted, only 1 percent below 1998 but t 6 percent below the fiveyear avenge. Potatoes were 11 percent planted, 5 percent above 1998. Alfalfa hay height wu at 6 inches, 1 inch below 1998 and the fiveyear average. Tut cherries were 80 percent full bloom or past, pears were 92 percent full bloom or past, and apples were 40 percent full bloom or past Tut excellent Subsoil moisture wu 4 percent short, 67 percent adequate, and 29 percent surplus. Topsoil moisture wu 3 percent short, 76 percent adequate, and 21 percent surplus. Range and pasture were 5 percent poor, 21 percent fair, 68 percent good, and 6 percent excellent with only 2 days suitable for field work last week. Note: State crop weather narratives are available on the Internet through the NASS Home Page on Web World Wide the at from http7Avww.usda.govnasaor JAWF at Tuacahn High School For The Performing Arts Will Open Its Doors in August On May 1, 1999, the board of the Heritage Arts Foundation voted unanimously to approve the funding and operation of the Tuacahn High School for the Performing Arts, the first charter high school in the state of Utah. This is a great day, said Tuacahn CEO Kevin Smith after the board vote. "This school will make a real difference in the lives of young people with an interest in the arts. With this vote, the board hu helped Tuacahn fulfill an integral part of its mission" This vote alleviates concerns from applicants, some of whom were unsure whether Tuacahn would secure the necessary funding to open its doors to students this August. "This is the green light, Smith said. "We're fully funded; we've got a great student body, and we're now ready to start hiring teachers." The high school will operate in a stateoftheart facility created for the Tuacahn Center for the Arts. The 44,000 squarefoot building includes a 330seat indoor auditorium, a black box theatre, a dance studio, and a recital hall, along with numerous classrooms and practice rooms. In addition, Tuacahn students will have access to the 2,0()Oscat amphitheater that is home to Tuacahns Summer Festival of Theatre. Smith promises a close working relationship between the amphitheater and the high school. "It's a perfect fit," Smith said. "Our program provides opportunities for students to learn from the outstanding theatre professionals that have a unique relationship to Tuacahn. These kids will be exposed to artists and performers that, under other circumstances, might not get involved in education at the high school level. Smith emphasized that, while the school charter allows for flexibility in bringing in guest artists and instructors, Tuacahn High School will be a fully accredited institution from day one, with a rigorous valucbased, collegepreparatory curriculum and a faculty of certified teachers. "People who think this school will be an easy ride are in for a big surprise," Smith said. "Were in the process of hiring a worldclass faculty to match our worldclass facilities, and we're creating an accelerated academic program that will be competitive in traditional subjects as well as the arts. Course work will include English, mathematics, science, social studies, and a foreign language. "Under the charter, Utah residents can attend the Tuacahn school and everyone who applies will be accepted, said Smith. "Still, we're pleased that this program. attracting topnotch students who is a that Tuacahn recognize in onceinalifetime opportunity high school education. According to Smith, Tuacahn High School applicants have a combined GPA of 3.2. In addition to beginning the hiring process for teachers, Tuacahn has extended the deadline for student applications until May 31. "We realized that some potential students may have had concerns about SuBscriBe To The Summit County Bee, - Summit County is currently seeking interested individuals to serve on the Summit County Historic Preservation Commission. Duties of the commission include, but not limited u u Published in The Summit County Bee - May 14 and 21, 1999 waawii 5l.HMrr'lJO?n (hi n -- ?Ni ;i mi i Dodge, ChVysler Plymouth Jeep & Eagle Dodge & Plymouth Mini-Va- CHRISTIAN LOVEJOY, DJILD. 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Deadline is Wednesday, May 26, 1999. http7www.usda.govyocewaobjaw whether the school would actually f. go, said Jim Bennett, Tuacahn Marketing Director. "Now that this is no longer a problem, we expect many more students to apply. In another development, Lynn Davies, named as principal of the high school last year, hu stepped down, citing health concerns. "Ws appreciate Lynn's dedication and commitment to this project, said Hyrum Smith, Tuacahn board member. "He's been a real stalwart in putting this school together, and we wish him well. Tuacahn will be reLynn Davies announcing this week. Kevin later placement Smith and Jim Bennett will serve interim administrators for jointly the school until the new school administrator comes on board in a conJune, with Davies acting sultant during the transition. Teachers interested in applying for positions and students who wish to enroll should contact the Tuacahn offices at (435) administrative 6523201. 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