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Show Emery County Progress, Castle Dale, Utah School officials and legislators meet Despite tobacco agreement strong measures needed The Coalition for TobUtah (CTFU) believes that the multistate agreement with the tobacco industry signed acco-Free recently does not alter the need for additional strong measures. We applaud Jan Graham and the other attorneys general for their valiant efforts in pursuing the tobacco industry in their law suit, said Dr. t 4 t Recently legislators rep- met with the Emery School District be used to support effective programs that reduce tobacco use, especially among youth, and help those already addicted. The money from the tobacco companies should be seen as payments for past wrongs that must be invested to reduce fu- ture tobacco-relate- Winn, met with the legisla- resenting Emery County tors to discuss concerns administrators, board members, and representatives of the Emery Educators Association. and priorities for education. Each year Emery School Dis- funding for the career ladder incentive program for teachers. The legislators were posi- trict arranges a meeting tive and supportive of the with the legislators prior to issues and concerns of the the annual state legislative school administrators, but Senator Mike Dmitrich session to advocate educa- indicated that this year and Representatives Brad tional issues and funding. would probably be a very Of special concern were conservative year for eduKing and Keele Johnson came to Castle Dale Elemen- issues dealing with ad- cational funding The dinner was provided tary School for a dinner and equate funding for textbook discussion. State Represenadoptions, increased sup- by the joint efforts of the tative Brad Johnson was port for professional staff Emery Educators Associaalso invited, but was un- development in reading spe- tion and the Southeastern able to attend. cifically, comprehensive UniServ District. Christ The school district ad- guidance with emphasis on Stucki, UniServ director, d harms. The promise of the agreement can only be atGordon B. Lindsay, tained if public and pri(CTFU) chairman and vate health care and associate professor of other organizations work health at together to ensure it is science Brigham Young Univerfully implemented, rigorsity. While ratification ously enforced, and propof the settlement closes erly supplemented with the book on Utahs law- new state legislative acsuit, it is in no way the tion. end of the story. While the settlement CTFU reels it is now is a good start, there are time for state public critical areas it does not health organizations, the address, added Dr. Legislature and its lead- Lindsay. Unfortunately, ers, Governor Leavitt, it leaves the federal govand others to join to- ernment without authorgether to take the next ity to control tobacco as critically important steps a drug. And with tobacco use among children and necessary to substantially reduce tobacco use young adults rising, we and its effects in Utah. feel more could be done As Utah works to beto adequately limit youth gin implementing the access. So we will work public health provisions with Utah lawmakers and of the settlement, CTFU elected officials to ensure draws attention to three Utahs money is used for critical facts: the purposes it is in1) The agreement is tended for. not a substitute for a The Coalitions chief comprehensive national concern about the agreetobacco control policy. It ment is that it does not is essential that Con- require Utah to spend gress now complete the any of the funds to reduce tobacco use and its job and that Utahs Congressional delegation harmful effects, which is make it a priority. the basis and primary 2) The agreement will reason for the settlement not have a significant ef- to begin with. Unless fect on tobacco use un- Utah uses a substantial less a substantial portion portion of the money to of the funds Utah re- reduce tobacco use and ( Continued on page 4 A) ceives is guaranteed to 3) ministrators in conjunction with EEA president, Randy elementary counselors, and continued and her husband, George, and prepared the meal. support Brad Johnson, Sharman Seamons, Mike Dmitrich, Brad King and John Crawford met to discuss educational issues important to Emery County. quite a hand on her Japanese Quarter Horse (the All in Honda four-wheeler- Price Civic Aud. 7 pm Christmas is coming, and Price Culture Connection invites you to ring in the season. Thursday night will see the second performance of their free concert series. The Price Civic Auditorium will be filled to the rafters with your favorite classic Christmas songs as members of the CEU choirs, along with the Synthetics! and wind ensembles n present a rollicking, holiday extravaganza. Bring the kids and be in your seats early because the music and fun begin at 7:00 pm sharp. Dec 10 Saturday night the Eagles teams will face off against Snow college. Expect major slammin' home-styl- e hoops action and loads of extra courtside fun. Holiday treats will abound at these games! Both will feature e performances by terrific local gymnasts and the CEU Dance team, and drawings will be held throughout the games for fabulous prizes. Rumor has it that Santa himseLf has already bought a ticket for the night of the 12th, and will be in the BDAC with his bag of holiday goodies. Admission is $3.50 for adults and free for kids under 5 and CEU activity card holders. For further information feel free to call the BDAC a days work for a Woman in Agriculture. Just the regular ranch life, she says. Gallery East Presents Thru Dec 17 8:30am - 5 pm Main Bldg Don't miss this! CEU's fine arts gallery is hosting a unique father and son exhibition this month. Your Holiday Gift Headquarters Hours SUNDAYS - a.t.UU 11 'fin We Special Holiday For Your Shopping Convenience 9 a.m. to 6 p.m. Mon-Sa- t: 9:00 - 8:00 Gals Jeans $3498 have the best selection Lucky Brand. Mossimo, JNCO, Silver, Ethyl, Lawman, Calvin Klein, Z Cavartcci, Etc. All Lawman & Entertainment by Shaun Tomsich , Stephanie Larsen leading lady lastyears Music Man, Tara Gunderson, Karla Gunderson, and others. be served after the concert. will Refreshments be taken Donations will at the door. Please come and show your support for this sweet little boy and his family during their time of need. Donations are also being accepted at Utah Power and Light Employees Credit Union and Desertview Federal Credit -- . Union, Huntington. vast array of sculpture, A FRIDAYS Ethyl ceram- ics and works by James L. and James (Todd) Young have filled the entire space with stunning shapes and colors that both delight and amaze. The pieces on display are truly remarkable, and there are a lot to see! As an added bonus, some of the best will be available for purchase. Proceeds from the sale will support Gallery East. The gallery is open 8:30am - 5pm, weekdays, and it never costs a cent to stop in and check out the show. To arrange a weekend or evening viewings, contact James Young at 0 ext 5297. 637-212- Messiah Live! 7 pm Price Civic Aud. favorite Christmas tradition returns this Sunday night as the CEU choir and a number of local soloists, under the direction of Russell Wilson, perform Handel's glorious Messiah, featuring the beloved "Hallelujah Chorus." Admission to this breathtaking concert is completely free for all, and you are encouraged to take part. There is no better way to cap off a December night and to bring out the true spirit of the holidays. Come early to get a good seat, they'll be going fast! Dec. 13 A Relieve the Pressure iiai. O City. A benefit concert wifif be held Dec. 21 at the Museum of the San Rafael at 7:00 p.m. 637-130- Richard Petty won the Daytona 500 seven times between 1964 and for Witey Nelson Primary at 1981. Christmas Concert st UPCOMING WEEK Another Holiday Treat ). Benefit Chi-We- CAMPUS EVENTS IN THE half-tim- y s eev AT 5:30 & 7pm BDAC men's and women's basketball teams are geared up for the last home games of 1998, and you don't want to miss out. Friday night begins at 5:30 pm when the Lady Eagles take on Dixie. Then, at 7:00 it will be the Men's turn to stomp Dixie into the floorboards. I st HAPPENING 3A CEU's After her many trials and tribulations, Ina Lee insists she has been very blessed. Ive had a good life. I think back once in a while about all the blessings Ive had in my life, and I cant necesI of believe Ive deserved them, so did. of the what thats older, doing any Her wish to have land for sary chores that accom- - she says modestly. It was her children if they dejust too bad that my husband couldnt be sired came true three here to share in them. times over. One ranch a good life. I think had Ive A true ranch wife was purchased by once in a while about all back and mother who exhiband his wife, Clyde Ive had in my life, its extraordinary love Darlene, another by the blessings and cant believe Ive deserved for her children, and daughter Jill and husthe utmost care for her band, Corey Hansen, them. and the third is being Ina Lee Johansen Magnuson land. Ranching is definitely a way of life, and purchased by B. Monroe. its the only life Ina Lee After settling up with pany ranch life. In fact, af- has ever known. UP&L, the now single ter watching her for a day Perhaps that is why one mother with children to out on the range, Im con- hears no complaints from raise and put through col- vinced she could work her about the mental and lege went to work at the circles around me. physical stresses, long Carbon-EmerShe feeds the stock, tends hours, hard work, callused Bank as a teller and then Emery High the irrigation water, keeps hands, or the aching back. I see ladies my age that the hay haulers in line, and School as a secretary. Eventually, she was re- chases escaped pairs back can hardly bend over to tie cruited by the Democratic into the correct pasture, their shoes, she says about getting older. Youre only Party to run for election for among other things. the Emery County RePerhaps her most im- as old as you think and I corder. She won and served pressive quality she is dont think Im old. four, four year terms (16 years) in that position. Throughout her tenure as Recorder, she was heavily involved in public issues, especially the environmental debate. During the time of her off the farm employment, Ina Lee managed to put both sons through college and helped the elder daughter somewhat with her college expenses. She retired from her day job in 1994. However, she The 6 year old son of DaShai andJess Nelson of Fcrron, has Seen is not retired, by any means. not the typical stay recently diagnosed with acute Lymphobiostic Leukemia. Im she in the house mother, He will be undergoing treatments at says of herself. In fact, I Children's Medical Center in Salt Lake Chi-We- 8, 1998 It's Game Time! Sometimes, I feel she (Continued from page 2 A) traded for three parcels of doesnt get the recognition she deserves. People see her land. I didnt sell it all out name in our ads next to right, because that ranch mine, and thats pretty was something my husband much all they know about and I had started together her, he says of his mother. The truth is, shes more and thats what we had always wanted, so I just hung than half of the operation. in there, she says. I I can always depend on her wanted to have land avail- to keep things going when able for my kids if they Im away. She is more than capable wanted when they were years theres just always something to do. Today, Ina Lee is heavily involved in she and her son-cattle operation Cattle Co., and is a strong fan of Chiangus cattle. If there is such p. person as an all around hand, Ina Lee would be one. Her business partner and son, B. Monroe, says that if she had a job title at hed have to call it foreman. December Dec. 11 & 12 Ina Lee is the lady behind the operation: dont think Ive spent a full day in this house in 30 - Tuesday. 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