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Show Wednesday March 4, 1987 THE SAN JUAN RECORD Lack of snow affects Blue Mountain winter recreation I I I I I f I 1 For the second year in a row, lack of local timely snows have prevented opening of the Blue Mountain Ski Area. While this has been a disappointment to downhill ski enthusiasts, it has also resulted in increased damage to the areas facilities. Without the runs full of skiers, some vehicle operators have taken to the slopes. Unfortunately, this type of use has resulted in damage to fences as well as to the slopes themselves. The small ski area is on a limited budget with volunteer help, and these additional maintenance costs could mean that Blue Mountain Ski Area might not open in 1988. over-the-sno- w To prevent further damage, the U.S. Forest Service is cooperating with the Ski Club to close the Blue Mountain Ski Area to all over-the-sno- w I dont anticipate vehicles. many problems with the closure, says District Ranger Bob Day. Our local snowmobilers are very courteous and once they become aware of the problem will, Im sure, respond in a positive way. Another concern right now, says Day, is that the limited snowfall has shifted the emphasis from downhill skiing on designated slopes to crosscountry skiing in potential avalanche areas. Although snow depths are $79,599 for mine safety and health Utah will receive a grant of $79,599 for safety and health activities and training at its 249 mines, the U.S. Labor Departments Mine Safety and Health Administration (MSHA) announced last week. Utahs share is part of the $4,807,019 designated for 44 states by the national office of MSHA. The Rocky Mountain Region received a total of $385,378. State governments are in an excellent position to address the safety, health, and training needs of local mining communities, said Alan C. McMil six-stat- e lan, acting assistant secretary of labor for mine safety and health, in announcing the grants. These funds will be used to train miners to recognize and avoid hazards, to develop new training materials, and to conduct special safety and health programs in cooperation with industry and labor. Grants are determined according to the number of miners in each state and the states plan for mine safety and health The funding programs. are for Fiscal Year 1987 (October 1986 through September 1987.) only two to three feet, the patterns of snow storms has resulted in high avalanche danger in some areas. The Forest Service reminds all recreationists, especially skiers, to avoid exposures with 35 percent or greater slopes, to use the buddy system, and to be knowledgeable and observe the safety rules of winter cross-countr- y north-northea- st recreation. Workshop Utah State University Horti- culturist William Varga, will conduct a workshop on irrigation, fertilization and pruning techniques of fruit and yard trees. The workshop will be held from 4 to 6 p.m. in Monticello at 65 Mountain March View Drive on 17. Chinle Wash will be the next location for the demonstration on March 18 from 10 a.m. to noon, and from 4 to 6 p.m. in Blanding at the Paul Mantz orchard on the same day. There is no fee for the workshop. Judge sworn in New Seventh District Judge Dennis L. Draney, 43, was sworn in last week in the Supreme Court at the State Capitol. Chief Justice Gordon R. Hall administered the oath of office as Draney s family and friends, other judges, and members of the bar looked on. Draney replaces Seventh District Judge Richard C. who is now the associate presiding judge of the Court of Appeals. Draney will assume his duties on the bench immediately. (The Seventh District covers San Juan, Grand, Uintah, Dagget, Carbon, and Emery counties.) Davidson, 1987 ANY ALL SCISSORS SHARPENED & REPAIRED While you out-of-to- by Nannette Slade Cultural growth, personal motivation, and honoring state champions were the focus of assemblies at Monticello High School during the past two weeks. On February 19, the Utah Symphony Orchestra visited the school. The orchestra, which occupied the entire stage, began with Aragonaise from Carmen by George Bizet, and went on to play popular numbers by Mozart, Tchaikovsky, and Brahms. I really enjoyed it, commented James Muhel-stein- , MHS music instructor. My only complaints are that it was too short and they didnt take requests. The girls basketball team won the state championship on February 21, and were honored in an assembly the 25th. Seniors Danette Coleman and Tava Hatch addressed the audience and then presented the teams trophy to Layne Nielson, studentbody president. The students also watched a slide show of pictures taken of the team and coach during their undefeated season, with the background music, Thats What Friends are For. 1-- A Workshop on home based business Many families have started or are considering starting a home-basebusiness. However, research are and planning d essential in making a home-basebusiness successful. A d workshop called Keeping it Going is being offered by San Juan County four-hou- r Extension beginning at 1 p.m. on Thursday, March 19, at the courthouse in Monticello. The workshop is designed to help individuals with a home-basebusiness or those who want to d start one. Barbara Rowe and Marion Bentley, Utah State University Extension specialists, will guide participants through the finer points of keeping a home-basebusiness going. Topics will include: pricing your product or service; record keeping; analyzing financial statements; acquiring capital and marketing. d For more information about Keeping it Going call Holly Tatnall at the Extension Office, 587-223- 1. Reach for a natural high The Utah Federation for Drug Free Youth will welcome an estimated 5,000 teens and their parents to Reach For A Natural High at their annual 1 conference March at the Utah. of University The conference is scheduled for two days and will include keynote speakers and work 20-2- shops on a variety of topics. The conference is in cooperation with Utah State Division of Alcohol and Drugs, Utah State Board of Education, and the State PTA. For more information concerning the conference, call The Federation for Drug Free Youth at 533-518- 9. Good demand at Salina auction Salable at auction on February 27, were 1,500 compared to 1,200 last week and 1,836 last year. Good attendance. Good demand. Feeder steers 50$ to $1 lower, instances $2.50 lower on Slaughter cows and bulls $3 to $4 higher. Supply about 85 percent feeder cattle. Slaughter bulls: Yield Grade 1, 1350 to 2010 pounds $49 to $54, couple high dressing to to 600 pound weights. Feeder heifers 50$ to $1 lower. $59.30. $1 .25 Bring to shop for all Page 13 MHS champs honored at assembly 400 fight dull scissors when sharpening them IS SO CHEAP! Why - wait service customers Lost the fulcrum screw on grandmas scissors ILL MAKE A NEW ONE TODDING INMIiTATiIONS I RALPHS MACHINE REPAIR FREE ESTIMATES Save a trip (801) - call first 259-647- 4 402 Mountain View, Moab SEWING MACHINES REPAIRED (all makes) GARDEN TOOLS SCISSORS & KNIVES TYPEWRITERS VACUUMS TOYS Make that moment more special by inviting your friends and loved ones with wedding invitations by Stylart . Come in and see our beautiful collection of wedding designs. Prices start at just $24.90 for 100. THE SAN JUAN RECORD 937 E. Hoy 699 Montictllo 587-22- 77 A J |