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Show sj COUNTy dedicATEd In ro) this Issue. 0 New .. . Pr' haIK i to servinq summit county CoalvHU, UT 84017 Friday, Navambar 8, 1996 Vohmw 61 Numbar Forty-thr- w JA 4A JA t Ranqer A SECTION 10 B SECTION 4 PAQES PACES Miss Rodeo America at North Summit Visits by Pamela Robbins The lovely Miss Rodeo America, Tanya McKinnon accompanied by ' Melissa Allen, another rodeo queen who has won many titles, caused more than just a few, heads to turn when they showed up at die North Summit Middle School on Monday Nov. 4, 1996. It isn't often that students get to see two beautiful young ladies clad in cowboy boots and western apparel walking the halls and sitting down to eat lunch in the cafeteria with them. The reason for the special occasion came .about when a student in Mr. Dan Deakin's humanities class, Jenna Keyes, decided to give a special report on rodeo . Elementary Students Enjoy Making Snowman It that special first now of the year! First and second grade students at North Summit Elementary can't wait to erect their first snowman. Who needs gloves? Snow b a child's most exciting new toy. Summit County To Unveil Vietnam Memorial Plaque by Pamela Robbins On Monday evening, Nov. 11, a beautiful plaque inscribed with the names of the 192 Summit County residents who served in the Vietnam War will be unveiled in the North Summit High School auditorium. Hus memorial tribute is part of the ongoing Utah Statehood Celebration and has been in the works for a number of months un- der the direction of County Commission Executive Assistant, Anita Lewis. There is no such thing as a "good" war, but he Vietnam War brought along with it a lot of confusion and debate that is often still talked about today over what the intent and purposes actually were and whether they were readied. United States involvement lasted from the middle 1950s until its end in 1975, with the major portion taking place in the 60s. The United . Stales and the Southern based revolutionary movement known as the Viet Cong and its sponsor, the Clinton Takes Summit County and Nation Compiled From Reports by Pamela Robbins and Dave Goates President William J. Clinton didn't have to wait until Wednesday morning to find out he had won his campaign for President of the United States. Though most voters apparently knew it all along, Republican hopeful Bob Dole had to learn at the bitter end the "character issue didnt really matter at all as Clinton captured not only Summit County, bit the na- tion. Clinton won 44.76 percent of the Summit County vote, compared to Dobs 41.47. However, Dote carried the state. Ross Perot claimed 10 percent of the county vote. In his acceptance speech Tuesday night, Clinton said that he had "received the message coming from the American people that now is die time to put aside divisions and work together for common goals." Because results showed that the House and Senate would remain in control of the Republicans, the 'President realized he would be "working harder than ever during die next term in office - to bring t, for the good unity to the of the American Prole", according to an official ' from the White House Campaigl Office on i Wednesday ' With 60 percent of Summit County voters hitting the polls, the county had a much higher turnout than the national average of 49 per fbre-frln- ffi Republican Governor Michael O. Leavitt did the expected, winning overwhelming approval for another term.. He carried 65 percent of the Summit County vote. Closer to home, Lyle Hillyard returned unopposed tot he State Senate and David Urn was returned tot he Utah State House of Representatives by outpacing Democrat Ruth Wagner 52.81 percent to 47.19 percent. Third District Judge David S. Young wu handed hb head on a from platter with a loud rejection voted 6 Summit County, who : , "A percent against retaining him. In somewhat of a surprise to Summit County voters, Democrat Bill Orton lost his third district congressional seat to Republican challenger Chris Cannon, despite Ortons 61.15 percent of the Summit vote. School Board Races In Park Citys District No. 2, Carol Murphy beat Gordon Ottley with 55.74 percent of the vote, joining David Chaplin and Nikki Lowry in the winners circle. North Summit School Board District 1 write-i- n candidate. Grant Richins trounced incumbent school board member Ralph Jones with 72 percent of the vote, where an election high 73.9 percent of registered voters showed up to vote. In the tightest race of the night, the voters in South Summit School Board District 1 narrowly voted 187 to 170 in favor of challenger Lorie Pearce, rejecting the bid of incumbent Rod Maxfield. The matchup brought out 68 percent of the 550 registered voters in the Francis and Woodland precincts. The District 2 (Oakley) election was won 244 to 160 by Kendell "Tiny" Woolstenhulme in his bid to beat Glen Jones for the school board seat vacated by Diane Evans. In District 3 (Kamas) popular incumbent Kathy Gordon easily retained her seat by cornering 185 votes compared to 85 for her opponent Kevin Page. Other Races: State Auditor was won by Republican Auston Johnson with 55 percent of the votes over Democrat Karen Truman with 45 percent Republican Edward Alder will be State Treasurer after taking 55 percent of the vote with Democrat DArcy Pignanelli with 41 percent Democrat Jan Graham will retain her position as Attorney General winning a close , race with Republican Scott Bums. County Commissioner Sheldon Richins, Democrat who ran unopposed for two second term received 6j628 votes in a show of support Communist Democratic Republic of Vietnam were constantly clashing over what they wanted or thought was right The war was the second of two major conflicts that spread throughout Indochina, with Vietnam being the focal point The first Indochina War was a struggle between Vietnamese Nationalists and the French Colonial Regime aided by the United States. In the second war, U.S. replaced France as the major contender against the Northern based Communists and Southern insurgents. As the war continued to escalate. President Lyndon B. Johnson relied heavily on the selective service for manpower. Thousands of middle and upper class youth avoided service through a number of strategy maneuvers that gave them deferments, which placed a burden on the middle, poor and minority groups, adding to the opposition of the war. Many fled to Canada to avoid the draft queens. Tanya wu crowned Miss Rodeo America in December of 1995 in Lu Vegu Nevada during the National Finals Rodeo . When the moment arrived for announcing the queen, Tanya says she was "Stunned for several seconds before ' the announcement hit me". " I don't believe the total realization came until I wu on my wu home, I really don't remember much about the actual time of the announcement" In her own words. Miss McKjnnon says that when she stood in the Ogden Stadium a year Ago and heard her name called out Miu Rodeo Utah she had no idea ."of the chain of events it would set ;S. motion." "Man? people helped me to prepare for die Miu Rodeo America contest-th- e outpouring of love and friendship wu incredible and my fund raisers went far better than I could have ever hoped for". She especially acknowledged her parents, family, friends and Utah State u Rodeo Coordinators, Gena (Blonquist) Black of Coalville, and Desiree Larson. The contest wu a very exciting time, one in which many friends were made, and knowing that win or lose, she did her but Being a rodeo queen is more than just looking good sitting on a horse. The contestant must show her skill in horsemanship, with this being a little harder at the National level because the contestants draw for horses and must ride one they have not been around before, adding to the complexity of the With opposition to the war growing each day because of the increased involvement of the United States. College campuses became more than learning institutions as there were huge rallies and speeches event They are also judged on their perheld and heard. Not always quiet sonal interviews, at which time demonstrations, many ended up in "What are uked such questions jail. Motivation for joining these two qualities do you lode for in a "discussions" were sometimes made hone and a boyfriend?" During the because of fear of being drafted, appearance portion they are judged others by commitment, some were on their makeup, hair and clothing, later being judged on their modeling simply crowd joiners and a small which requites confidence and poise revolutionaries became minority who favored a victory by .Ho Chi ( and lots of sitting up straight and Minh and a radical restructuring of smiling). The contestants are also required U.S. society. Statistics of the war were grim: 2 to introduce themselves, give a to 3 million Indochinese were killed speech, and answer questions posed and 58,000 Americans died giving to them. This is done because rodeo service to their county, with the queens are often uked to speak to war costing the U.S. over $150 bilgroups to promote rodeo events and discuss other prominent issues lion. of the day. Unlike previous wars, those reRodeo Queens travel to parades turning home were never given tributes nor a heroes welcome. In and rodeos often called upon to as- -. sist with duties such 1982, wounds had begun to heal, 'escorting1 with the dedication of the Vietnam cattle out of the arena. One of the Veterans Memorial in Washington, greatest roles is representing DC, bringing with it some much deserved (although belated) recognition for service rendered. To The slogan "no more Vietnams" still echo in many people's minds whenever confrontation with other . countries seems apparent Residents of Summit County More than $6.4 million from now have an opportunity to show Board of Water Resources authotheir respect to those from the rized or committed to water projects county, who gave up a portion of in six counties. The town of their lives in the cause of freedom. Oakley, Summit County, received a Plan now to attend this program $740,000 commitment from the that promises to. be a memorable board to help pay for improving die one. town's culinary water system estiThe plaque will hang in the mated to cost $1,701,000. Board Summit County Courthouse next funds will be used to buydown into those inscribed with the names terest on a market loan repayable of those who served in World Wars over 20 years; and repaid in years u . u Oakley Town Receives Grant Improve Culinary Water System Iandfi. 20-2- 5. Left to right: Miss Rodeo America, Tanya McKinnon; student, Jenna Keyes; queen, second attendant to Miss Rodeo Ogden, Michelle Allen. Western Heritage and promoting America, The State of Utah, a county m the town she represents. Tanya has the honor of being the only Rodeo Queen from Utah to hold two National Titles, that of National High School Rodeo Queen in 1992-9- 3 and the present reigning Miss Rodeo America. Only 3 other women hold this distinction in the Country.,--.- . Giving up her title in December will be " hard" uys Tanya, but "the memories Ive made will last a life time." "I've been given opportunity's with my title that I know I would never have had without traveling 100,000 miles, staying in a haunted mansion in Texas by herself with maids, cooks ( who left at night) I just told the ghost to stay out of my way and I would stay out of hers," Tanya said jokingly. Another of her favorite experiences is that of enjoying several days in Hawaii- - a place she would like to again re-vi- sit Miss McKinnon is the daughter and only clu;d of Ross and Debbie McKinnon of Randolph, and has spent most of her life riding horses and helping out on the family ranch so her long term goal of being involved in Veterinary Science is a natural for her. She is a senior at Utah State where she holds a 3.97 GPA in and has been acthe into cepted Veterinary Program at Fort Collins. Her advice to young people is simple: "To accomplish great things you must not only plan but also dream, not only work but also believe." "I will guarantee you that if you keep wishing on those stars and work hard dreams will come true, they really do." Melissa Allen, of Morgan, has been the holder of many titles beginning at a very tender age, being named second attendant to Miss Rodeo Ogden during the 1996 pageant Other titles held by Allen are. Continued on Page 10A pre-me- d, Lawrence Construction Receives Good Audit In the Friday, Oct. 18 edition of the newspaper, The Summit County Bee reported that Wan ship resident. Cliff Lawrence, had been charged and convicted of two third degree felonies during the time he was involved with building a new public safety building in Juab County. The convictions of theft by deception and communications fraud caused sane concern to county res- idents because Lawrence Construction is project manager on the county justice complex being built at the Silver Creek Industrial Center. County commissioners, when contacted, stated that they were "looking into the situation". According to Commission chair, Jim Soter, an audit has now been completed and shows that all figures match and no errors have been found during the auditing process. Soter added that the records are open to the public. "The whole thing is different here," added Soter. "We have an entirely different system of billing. th For example, when Alder Construction who is working on the block of the justice complex completes a portion of the project, a bill is submitted to Lawrence Construction. After approval, it then goes to the project architect, John Shuttleworth. County engineer Derek Radke then reviews the bill before it moves on to the county attorney's office where it is checked for compliance. The bill is then brought before the commission board for final approval. "This process allows us to move through all die hoops to ensure all is well," said Soter. In a release from Craig Rees, Lawrence Construction president, he states the project that began in May of 1996 is "moving along on schedule and should be completed by November of 1997. Rees added, "The project is within budget and changes have been minimal, tne jod is going well, because of good team work effort involving the county commission and other county representatives, project architect, Lawrence Construction, and the contractors and suppliers that Lawrence Construction manages." Mr. Lawrence turned over the daily operations to Craig Rees in December of 1995 due to health reasons and is no longer an officer or director of the company. These facts were brought out in a recent meeting between the Summit County Commissioners, John Shuttleworth and Rees. Lawrence Construction was recently awarded a contract from the state of Utah Department of Facilities Construction Management, to renovate the maximum security kitchen at the state prison in Draper. The project will be constructed under the direction of Craig Rees, being supervised by Hank Thropp. Construction is scheduled to begin in December of 1996. "Lawrence Construction will continue to work with and cooperate with the county commissioners and the architect to successfully complete the Summit County project. It is our goal to provide die county with a justice facility they can be proud of," commented Rees. |