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Show THE SAN JUAN RECORD Wednesday Februaiy 27, 1991 - Page 8 NORTHERN NEWS Broncos set for region tourney by Neil Joslin The Region 10 party (aka the region boys basketball tournament) starts Thursday in Delta. Everyones welcome, except that Bland-in- g team. They are going anyway. The San Juan Broncos are, without a doubt, the black sheep of Region 10 basketball, the unwanted who always step-chil- d crashes the party and takes a state tourney bid away from a more deserving member of the family. This year, the region has good reason to be unhospitable, because the might waltz out with the family jewels - namely the Region step-chil- d Now wouldnt that be a blemish on the family name? points from Todd Pine and 13 from Tex Hamlin. They (Grand County) got off to a good start on the boards in the second half and did a good job on the boards all night, Dennis Jones, head Bronco coach, commented after the game. I think we played a pretty good game especially as big as Grand County is. Jones said Ryan Nielsons ankle should be fine by tourney time, and there are no other player injuries with which to be concerned. play) 17-- 1 (13-- the 1 in region Broncos are among the top 2A teams in the state. Region 10s black sheep squad has endured a rugged schedule with the only casualty being a narrow road loss at Green River. And yet, as always, the black sheep from Bland-inget no respect. The Broncos punctuated their best season since 1984-8with a win against Grand County in Moab last Friday. The Red Devils controlled the boards most of the night, but the Broncos controlled the tempo and the score. After opening the game with an run, the Broncos held a lead after the first quarter. They extended the lead to 38-3by halftime and held the lead throughout the second half. Nathan Nielson led all scorers Friday with 22 points. Ryan Nielson, who didnt start because of a sore ankle, scored 20 points. David Halls, probably the most consistent of the five Bronco starters this season, chipped in 14 points. San Juans point guard extraordinaire, Brook Shumway, had 11. Grand County got 19 g 5 79-7- 3 8-- 0 17-1- 1 0 the Generally, Wray Mesa Road is traveled very little this time of year. This county road is a natural surfaced, bladed road, and when it gets any type of moisture, it becomes a muddy mess that is difficult (at the least) to drive on. Yet traffic has been extremely heavy the last few weeks. state On February 26, the system. Library books The team has a great attitude. My biggest concern is traveling. But as long as we can play good defense and rebound, well be Books recently added to the shelves at the San Juan County Library in Monti-cellinclude The Raging San Juan goes into the tournament seeded number one, despite a challenge by the North Sevier Wolves. The Broncos and Wolves finished the regular season with identical 13-- 1 marks. By virtue of a Bronco win over the Wolves in Bland-inthree weeks ago San Juan was named number one seed. North Sevier cried foul because they claimed the San Juan game wasnt a region game for them and should not have counted in determining the Region officials seeding. Forsythe Hailey, Down all-righ- t. 10 crown. At Pierce by William g disagreed. As a result, the Broncos open Thursday afternoon at 2 p.m. against the number eight seed Kanab at Delta High School. North Sevier will play Delta at 7:30 p.m. Coach Jones said he is confident his club has the tools and the talent to contend for the Region 10 crown this weekend. At the very least, the black sheep squad from Blanding should steal another spot at the state 1A tournament next week in St. George. For current information on road conditions call UDOT toll free auctioned 40 acres of public land in one of the school sections on Wray Mesa. The state is trying to get the most income for the schools by selling these lands. According to Dave Foreman, the state currently pays no taxes on the land, and gets only meager mineral and grazing fees for use of the land. He indicates that with the sale of these lands to private entity, the lands now will begin to generate tax dollars for the Utah school o Hearts by Patricia Hagan, Home Free by Elizabeth Will Come Baby by Gloria Murphy. Also, Cold Fire by Dean Koontz, The City When it Thomas Cook, Like China by Varley Rains by OConnor, A Time Without Shadows by Ted Allbeury, The Smile of the Lamb by David Grossman, The Legacy of Tregaran by Mary Lide, The Scissor Man by Jean Arnold, Black Lion by Jude Deveraux, In the Spanish Ballroom by Doris Rochlin, and The Road to Lichfield by Penelope Lively. Also, The Story That Glen Stands Like a Dam Canyon and the Struggle for the Soul of the West. Two magazines have been added. They are PC Magazine and Computer Buy. ers The sale of this parcel is The only the beginning. state has plans to sell a number of other parcels as recreational home sites. When asked how the land is zoned, Foreman indicated that no changes have been or changing the zoning is up to made as yet. Up-gradin- g the county commissioners, and Foreman agrees that changing the zoning would improve upon the states basic goal of getting the most dollars for the land - and the school system. The other night I stopped to Were Where and his wife at La Sal Junction. They have been staying in a small camper trailer, and doing some work in the area. Recently, they moved into the old cafe to give themselves some more living space. When I stopped by, Paul said he was sure I must be someone they know, because most people pull up to the old gas pumps and just sit and honk their horn. Paul says some even get angry when he tells them the place is closed. He said that one fellow even wanted and argue with him when he told the guy the place had been closed for a number of years. The traveler insisted that he had purchased gas and food there only a few months ago. Maybe Paul should start pumping gas again, or at fee least charge a wake-uevery time someone wakes him at 3 a.m. p African Americans have an almost one third greater chance of having high blood pressure as compared to whites. You Need Us 'f; Wu&mt I HP Guide. Jordan to . The library also has four new travel guides: Great Vacations with your Kids by visit with Paul Scholfield Cohen; Hippocrene U.S.A. Guide to the Southwest - a Family Adventure by Minear and Limon; Beyond the Interstate - Discovering the Hidden America by Eric Model; and, Arches and Bridges (Canyon Country) by F. A. Barnes. Beverly Farley - ! February Employee of the Month Beverly Farley has worked at San Juan Hospital since 1985, over 5 years. She started at San Juan Hospital as a Licensed Practical Nurse trainee in 1985 and has worked her way up in the Nursing Department as a Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN), and Graduate Registered Nurse. She completed the Registered Nurse (RN) training program through the Weber State CollcgcBlanding Campus and passed her RN Board examination in July of 1990. Blanding Monticello Beverly works many night shifts as Charge Nurse at the hospital. She has assisted in the delivery of babies, participated in many emergencies (car wrecks, accidents, and heart attacks), cared for pa- Every Wednesday Certified Ford Dealership Every Thursday Sears Catalog Store 181 South Main tients recovering from surgery, and answered call buttons from long term care patients at the hospital late at night. Now Open In Blanding and Monticello 164 N. Highway 191 678-335- 587-258- 8 0 Beverly is a very caring nurse. She receives many compliments from patients. Recently, one patient said she was an especially kind and caring Agents: John Fogg - Carl Linscott Closer by to serve you better 7 -- person who looked after me while X. hi. I Find out how we may be able to help save you time and bother with almost any insurance J... v need. From life to business to boat to auto. Just stop in and meet us. We can give you some neighborly advice about Allstate value. See you soon? IV .a GOpe- - instate Allstate Insurance Company Life and Health From: Allstate Life Insurance Company I was in the San Juan Hospital is proud to recognize Beverly Farley as February Employee of the Month. We are proud of Beverly's work at the hospital. We are proud of her education and training as a Registered Nurse. And we are proud of her Navajo heritage and background and her ability to communicate with and care for patients in a professional and caring manner at San Juan Hospital. SAN JUAN HOSPITAL P.O. Box 308, 364 West 1st North Monticello, Utah 84535 Phone: (801) 587-2- 1 16 From Blanding 0 678-283- |
