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Show ii Wlft'flliwyflflt 4A Emery County Progress Castle Dale, Utah Tuesday August 26, 2003 Water HAPPENINGS Continued from PAGE 1 A. Orangeville Secondary out September. It will still be under the same restrictions that have been in place duringthe rest of the year. The hot and dry .July weather that we experienced resulted in higher usage of secondary irrigation water than we had in July of 2002. The combined usage by all of the cities was 250 acre-femore than in 2002. In many cases the usage exceeded the The July average. chart below gives the usage by each city. et 20-ye- ar July Usage-Secondar- (1983-2003- ). Irrigation (AcFt) y 2002 2003 Castle Dale Orangeville 2001 Average 190.09 145.25 198.50 157 72 149.00 140.00 190.00 180.82 273.87 145.08 230.84 209.93 83.13 97.00 09.10 05.50 191.55 109.12 201.57 187.38 1 27.17 18.70 .00 25.17 08.89 100.54 83.13 75.13 72.71 70.85 55.08 810.12 1090.89 1024.88 1000.88 City Perron Cleveland Huntington Claw son Elmo 80.09 Kmerv 'Total 1 the1 . . Local Student Participates in AHEC Health Camp of others hands-o- n castingeaeh mms, learninghow to use an EK( machine and testing our blood sugar levels, commented Rachel. Also at the camp, participants attended a presentation by Dr. Edward Leis of the Utah Medical Examiners Office. Recreational activities were held, including a dutch oven dinner, games and dance at the Cedar Canyon Park. 1 . v yi ' " , yv & Orangevilles secondary water will be out of the canals as of Sept. 1. The storage pond will be filled and citizens will be allowed to use the water system for watering trees, shrubs, etc. until the pond is dry. If everyone uses the water sparingly it will last for most of September. Use the water on the same days you currently are using, except choose only either morning or evening. You have been given a window of five (5) hours three days a week to water. There is no need to water five (5) hours each dav. ABSOLUTELY NO WAT ERING OF LAW NS W ILL cities can expect to have secondary irrigation water available through out September. Castle Dale and Orangeville will not be that lucky. The Cottonwood Creek Irrigation Company w ill quit deliveringwater in the canals and to the secondary irrigation system on Sept. After that no more water will he delivered to the secondary system Castle Dale City lias not placed any restrictions on the use of the secondary' water, so residents will he allowed to use the water until the pond is empty. Orangeville City has asked residents to only water trees and shrubs, and not water any lawns after Sept. In spile ol the high totals used in July most of Water i Team building and leadership skill activities were also conducted. According to Carrie Torgerscn, AHEC Program Coordinator for the camp, This camp is designed to giv e students Irom rural areas opportunities to learn about health care careers in a hands-owav that is not always av ailable to them. Our hope is that by introducto health care from students ing rural areas, and then helping them to succeed, they are more inclined to go hack to a rural urea to work after their education is BE ALLOWED. PLEASE TURN OFF YOUR AUTOMATIC SPRINKLERS. Sprinklers for garden use is not allowed. Water plants in garden individually and sparingly, just enough to keep plants alive. ( lardens do not require as much water at this stage of the growing season. Plants will soon complete their growing cycle, so ust water sparingly. If anyone waters lawns either with culinary or secondary, the secondary valve will be turned off at the first offense-N- o notice will be given, and will remain off until secondary water is available again in the future. No water vv ill be av ailable for agricul-tur- e users. We are in a drought and water is at a premium. We trust the citizens of Orangev ille will cooperate in our efforts to conserve the water we have. Orangev illes total usage of secondary water is down and the cooperation of the residents is greatly appreciated. Remember to continue to conserve ater. vv San Rafael Back to School Night n Rachel Dunham, a high school student Irom Green River, recently participated in the Southwest AHEC (Area Health Education Center) Health Career Exploration ( 'amp held at Southern tali University. Rachel, who is a senior at Green River High School this fall, has aspirations to become a doctor. want to become a doctor because I grew up in Nepal on a medical mission and think it would be neat to be able to helppraple that way. There is a tremendous need in third world countries for people with medical backgrounds. There are also incredible careers options and so many places you can go as a doctor," said Rachel. As a participant in Track 1, Rachel learned about different health care careers and health profession skills. Skills that she learned included suturing-- blood pressure checks, ankle and knee wrapping, casting, hematocrits, using an EKG machine, intubation and how to start an IV My favorite workshop was learning health profession skills from the physician assistant. I enjoyed the 1 , I finished. 'Hie lealth Carver Explorat ion ( amp w ill be hold again next year at Southern Utah University in June. For more information about the camp and more information about AHEC, please visit their vv ebsite at www.aheo.suu.edu or 153. call Back to School Night will be the parents of students at San Rafael Junior High School. All parents are encouraged to attend. Aug'. 27 at 0:30 p.m. for Nominate Country Doctor of the Year 1 435-8(15- -8 The Countrv Doctor of the Tear Award recognizes the work of America's top rural physicians. Nomination forms may be requested by calling or by visiting vvwvv.countrvdoctoravvard.com. Wild Horse and Burro Workshop and Adoption The BLM will host a wild horse and burro adoption where approximately 75 wilds horses and 5 burros will be presented to the 1 public for adoption. The adoption will be held Sept. 20 and the work- shop will be held Sept. Both events will be held at the Deseret Peak Complex, 2930 West Highvv ay 1 12 in Tooele. 14-1- 9. Angels Have Wheels Medicare recipients should now be aware that they may be eligible to receive an electric vv heelchair or power scooter, paid for by Medicare, if they suffer from conditions such as arthritis, cardiovascular disease and respiratory disorders, and have diflicultyvvalkingorpropellinga manual wheelchair. Ebr information on Medicare eligibility contact Gregory at Mobile SpayNeuter Clinic The Big Fix on Tour mobile spay and neuter clinic, sponsored by No More Homeless Pets, is coming to Green River. To make an appointment for your pets 1 . The spay or neuter call 564-82- 2 clinic will be held Aug. 27 at the community center. Hungry or Thirsty The American Legion and the American Legion Auxiliary of Ferron will again be running the west concession stand at Ferron Peach Days Horse races on Sept. 6. Stop by and support our nonprofit organizations. Proceeds of our efforts go to community and civic projects such as girls state, boys stale, Emeiy Clause, personal emergency fund for residents of our communities, and numerous other causes for our areas children and youth. Come to Peach Days and try one of our tasty hamburgers with the secret sauce. Softball Tournament The annual Melon Days mens softball tournament will be held The coed tournaSept. ment will be held Sept. 21 or Sept. 28. Space will be limited so get registered early. For more information contact Lucas and A'ictoria Shorts at 19-2- 0. 9. American Legion Veterans, Widows and 8:30-10:3- veterans need not be members of the American Legion to qualify for assistance. Peace Officers 10K Run The Utah Peace Officers As- sociation is sponsoring a Fallen Officers 10K run on - 21- - Music Building Sept. 13 at 7 a.m. in Lehi at Wines Park (Center Street and 500 North). The public is welcome to run and show' your support for law enforcement officers in Utah who have paid the ultimate price to protect Utah J Friday, Sept. 5 - By Appointment Only. Saturday, Sept. 6 - From 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. - 3- CEU citizens. f ?! T190 96 up to as Cash Days Same Also Available will be sold including Wayne Wipf Concert Country Gospel music artist Wayne Y W'ipf. along with hu- ones used morist Mizz Molly Blue will provide a free concert, (donations exclusively by CEU's Music Dept, during the 2002-200- 3 academic year as well as new and selected used pianos from 5 other college loan programs made available for this special event. Selection includes: Grands, Verticals, and Digital Pianos in a variety of styles and finishes. Call Today For Preview Appointment Call register visit www.fallenofficerslOk.eom. Open to General Public Numerous pianos To accepted) at the Emeiy County Recreation Center on Aug. 27 at 7 p.m. Sponsored by the Castle Dale Independent Baptist Church, Pastor Sam Wilbanks, 384-- 3 121 ; Associate Pastor Bob Toomer, and the Desert Edge Christian Chapel. Contact Pastor Carl Sitterud at 3S4-337- 637-601- 8 Delivery and service provided by Lee's Music or 1 -8- 83-853-6522 381-210- County Youth Football will be from 7 p.m. held Aug. 25-2at the Emeiy' County Recreation Center, 75 South 400 East, Castle Dale. Participants will receive their uniforms at the time of registration. For more information, ;WAY on August 30th and help those in need in our community . $J00 from each ticket and pit pass will be donated to a local charity . Bring a can or box offood for the Food Bank and receive a free beverage front Coca Cola. Carbon County Bring five cans or boxes of food and be entered in a grand prize drawing. ss 5-- please contact Emery County Recreation at 381-210- 8. Annual Poetry Aug. 28 at 7 p.m. at the Castle Aalley Ranch, local poets and guest poet Sam DeLeeuvv will' share their work with guests. Bring lawn chairs and jackets. There will be Dutch oven dessert. Call JoAnn Behling for more information, directions or to participate at 384-266- 6. Statewide Wilderness Legislation The Emeiy County Board of Commissioners is seekingyour input. The Utah Associations of Counties is proposing to draft statewide wilderness legislation. Should Emery County actively join in the dialogue? Let your opinionseoncerns be known at one or more of the following public hearings: Sept. 2, 7 p.m. at the Museum of the San Rafael; Sept. 4, 7 p.m. at Cleveland Town Hall; Sept. 5, 7 p.m. at Green River City Hall; Sept. 9, 7 p.m. at Orangeville City Hall; Sept. 10, 7 p.m. at Fferron City Hall; Sept. 11,7 p.m. at Huntington City Hall. Veterans of Foreign Wars the-VF- and documenting ap-- i plication for compensation, pen- sion, hospitalization and other benefits. This officer will be in the; Price Workforce Service Center 0 a.m. on Sept. 11. from 8:30-10:3- AWANA AWANA club for children ages three through sixth grade will begin Sept. 3, from 8 p.m. at Desert Edge Christian Chapel, 500 South Main in Huntington. There will be Bible lessons, games, treats and fun. Volunteers Needed Emery County Care and Rehab is currently looking for volunteers to perform for one hour per month, providing musical entertainment for the residents. Any instrument is welcome. Any single person or group is welcome. Anv age. Please call Tracy at 384-230- 1. Castle Dale Pool Fall Hours Beginning Aug. 18, the pool will have the following hours, Aquasize: Mon. - Fri. 8:15 a.m. -9: 1 5 a.m.; Open Swim: Mon. and Sat. 12-- 7 p.m.; Family Night: Mon. 9 p.m. The pool will still be open for rentals, scout groups, etc. Please call 7-- 381-529- if you 8 wish to reserve the pool. D.R.O.P.S. DROPS has a new location, Castle Dale Fairgrounds, 500 East 100 South. Sign ups begin at 11 a.m. on Aug. 26. Do not block any driveways. First, come, first served. Buckle Up! 687-293- 3. Anderson Finals 2003 September 5th & 6th at 7pm at the Wellington Arena Adults - $5.00 . Afield service officer from will be in your area to assist you in understanding an applying for rightful VA benefits,-preparin- in at the Thunder for Emery Registration Sun Advocate & :rt 8. Football Registration 8; D&C Join the 8-- 6-- A field service officer from the American Legion Department Service Office in Salt Lake City will be working out of the Price Workforce Senice Center 0 from a.m. on Sept. 30. This is a free service and showings will be held at the Open nights at the Emery, County Recreation Center will be Tuesdays and Thursdays from' p.m. Open night will begin. Sept. 2. There will be basketball,, fooseball, table tennis, darts, board games, etc. For more information, please call Emery County Recreation at 6, Dependants All Recreation Center Open Night Materials must be completed and returned by Oct. 3. Kids 5-- 13 - $3.00 flansMSEj Lamb Fry Family Pass September 6th at 4 PM $3.00 each Family of 5 $10.00 Wellington Arena Buy a Family Pass for 5 to the Lamb Fry and the Saturday event for only $25.00 at the Wellington Arena m 3 |