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Show tfMfjfruTUBPEi .12 The Satina Sun. Wed.. iMMnuM i feifag igrrwrtfr'MbTP V June 26. 1991 Rodeo Tidy Town beautification contest is Queen Contest now underway Clyde Hurst Sevier County Extension Agent Can the communities and habitations of Sevier County be made more attractive? For the most part, I think the answer is a resounding YES. Much has been done at many levels to beautify our communities and homes, but there is always much to be done. If you have a yen to make our valley a more beautiful place, however small your comer, now is the time to enter the 1991 Civic Beautification Awards Program and not only make your contribution, but make it known. Knowing of someones accomplishment in making this a better place to live makes everyone feel belter, and encourages many to follow. The program encourages neighborhood and community cleanup. Businesses, churches, clubs, governments and individuals may par ticipate. Entries will be accepted until 20. Interested July persons may obtain entry blanks and further information from the Extension ext. 270. Office, 896-926- 2 A special award is available to communities, called the Tidy Town award. It consists of land24' x 14' scaping for a mini-parincluding three trees, flowering shrubs, groundcover, a bench and stepping stones. A plaque on a landscape rock, designating the award is included. This year the tidy town will be given to communities with populations of less than 3000. Detail are also available at the Extension office. The Civic Beautification Program is sponsored by the Salt Lake Tribune, Utah State University Extension, The Utah Associated Garden Clubs and the Utah Association of Nurserymen and Landscape Contractors. The annual 4 th of July Rodeo in Salina is coming up and a new Rodeo Queen will be chosen to reign over the festivities. Everyone is invited to attend the annual Salina Rodeo Queen Contest Saturday, June 29, 1991. The competition begins at 10 a.m. with a fashion show and speeches. A brunch will follow at $2.50 per plate. Horsemanship competition will be held at 1:30 k, Denni McKenzie p.m. A saddle will be awarded to the Queen and many other prizes will be presented, noted Jodi Gumey and Brenda Wilden, chairmen of the event. Contestants include: Shantel Ogden, daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Jeff Ogden, Richfield; Amy Dorsey, daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Paul Co-que- Larsen, Glenwood; Stephanie Dorsey, daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Paul Larsen, Glenwood; Kendra Jensen, daughter of Mr. and Mrs. John Jensen, Manti; Julie Larsen, daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Grant Larsen, St. George; Kristen Bums, daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Ronald Bums, Meadow; Denni McKen- Senior Citizen News Tonight, June 26, the North Sevier Senior Citizens are having their closing dinner and social at 7 p.m. under the pavilion at the park. The advisory council is preparing special hamburgers, rolls, baked potatoes, etc. Seniors attending are asked to bring tossed salads, set salads, vegetable dishes or a dessert. This will be our last social until September. Senior citizens should beat the heat by calling the center for a reservation to eat an excellent lunch at a minimal donation. Menu for this week: Thursday - Roast beef, whipped potatoes, gravy, green beans, apricots, cinnamon roll, bread, butter, milk, juice. Friday - Gumbo Joes, potato salad, fruit cup, cake, milk, juice. Tuesday - Hamburger strogan-of- f, steamed rice, green beans, apple brown betty, rolls, butter, milk, juice. Wcdncdsday - Baked chicken, whipped potatoes, gravy, spinach, cherry shortcake, bread, butter, milk, juice. AT SEVIER VALLEY HOSPITAL New method of gallbladder survery available Medical history was made at Sevier Valley HOspital, June 11, when the first laparoscopic cholecystectomy (laser gallbladder surgery) was performed by Alvin Harris, M.D. Using a very sophisticated optical scope, the method combines the traditional gallbladder surgery with the commonly performed laparoscopic surgery. Through a very small incision, a very sophisticated optical scope is inserted into the abdomen. Three to four additional incisions are made to allow surgical instruments to pass into the abdomen. Through the optical scope, surgeons are able to observe their work from a magnified image display or a nearby Nearly 90 of all patients who have gal lbladder disease are candidates for this new procedure. However if gallstones are too large or the bile duct is severely infected, the traditional surgery may have to be done. In the past a full recovery from gallbladder surgery took up to six weeks. Now patients are generally up and moving around within 24 hours and back to their regular routine within a few days. As a result of the accelerated recovery, patients have found the new procedure to be less expensive. . For more information contact Sevier Valley Hospital, 896-827- 1. wood Derby are nearly completed and the committee is securing a timer that will clock every car run. Each of the days at the Fair will be packed with activities and entertainment. Ronald McDonald will be on hand Thursday, at 7 p.m. and again Friday at 11 a.m. The Jello jump is set for Saturday, pie judging contest and Mr. Sevier competition are also scheduled for Saturday. We are still in need of volun- teers, especially to run the game booths. Please contact Diane Ogden 896-521- 0 or Darlene Wable 896-9058. cross-countr- y, limits even if you are behind schedule. Be on the lookout for pedestrians and bicyclists who may be outdoors enjoying the summer weather. Lastly, drive courteously and show consideration for others by moving out of left lands and using turns signals well in advance of maneuvers. Drive safely, and have an accident free holiday. Bureau of Land Management employees spent more than 100 hours of their own time as volunteers at the New Horizon Center, Richfield recently. The employees spent the last two months working on the backhelping to yard of the facility make it a much needed playground. The backyard has taken on a whole new look with and addition of new turf, a swing set and a sand box with a set of tires. It has d become a playground. BLM employees were aided by contributions from other businesses, which helped speed the project along. Those providing materials include Larsens Ace Hardware, Valley Builders and Sprouse, paint; Jones Glass and Insulation, paint brushes; Willowood Turf, a reduced ratcon sod; Hales Sand and Gravel, tires for the tire play apparatus; Peterson Plumbing, pipe for the swing set; Intermountain Farmers, Salina, chains and eyebolts for the swing set; and Richfield Block and Brick for the mortar mix. Let your legislators know how you feel on this one SENIOR CITIZENS URGED Martha McSteen National Committee to Preserve Social Security and Medicare When most folks reach the age of 65, they want to leave their jobs andretire. Butmanysenior Americans out of either personal preference or financial necessity - want - -- to remain in the work force. Unfortunately, they are often in for a shock. Many seniors dont expect to live on Social Security alone. But they dont expect to be financially penalized for working either. This penalty comes from an antiquated law still on the books which has its roots in the Great Depression. It was designed to get those age 65 and older out of the work force to make room for the younger generation. While times have changed, this law hasnt. Take, for example, the case of a 66 year old widow from upstate New York who must work to supplement her modest Social Security benefits to pay her rent, utilities, food and health insurance bills. Yet, because she earned more than $9,360 last year, part of her Social Security benefits were taken away. The earnings limit is indexed automatically to the average wage increase and is sure to go up again next year. This year seniors between 59 and 69 who continue to work will lose $1 in benefits for every S3 they earn in excess of $9,720. But unearned income, such as income from stock dividends state-of-the-a- and other investments - which can be substantial for upper income individuals, is not affected by the earnings test at all. Faced with continued double digit increases in health costs, senior Americans with even moderate incomes are trapped in a Catch 22 situation. If they continue to work they may be penalized through loss of Social Security benefits. Without the extra income, they often face living near the poverty level. Fortunately , relief is on the way . On Capitol Hill, Rep. J. Dennis Hasten, Illinois has introduced HR 967, the Older Americans Freedom to Work Act, which would do away with the earnings test. Opponents of the legislation say repealing the earnings test would cost the Social Security Administration more in added benefits. This is true. However the Social Security TrustFund this year will generate a surplus on the order of $70 billion -- many times more than this bill would cost. The extra cost would be offset by new revenues from additional income and payroll taxes paid by working seniors, not to mention the $50 million to $100 million a year that would be saved in administrative costs. Phone or write your senators and representative. Urge them to support the repeal of this outdated and unfair policy. Every American deserved a chance to live in economic dignity. Grant money is ready to help with tree planting Grants from the U.S. Small Business Administration are available to plant trees on land owned or administered by the state of Utah Sevier Valley Hospital now has hearing service Sevier Valley Hospital notes that it has been added to the list of IHC Hospitals providing professional hearing services to area residents. Residents have had to travel outside this area for these services, however, the hospital now has a rt equipment and licertified staff to provide censed excellent service to the residents and physicians in this area. Ten percent of our people have Kristin Burns zie, daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Dennis McKenzie, Heber City, sponsored by Don McKenzie, Aurora; Jennifer Beaty, Daughter of Dr. Clisto Beaty, and Mrs. Becce Beaty, Elk employees donate time to area Center video monitor, Dr. Harris said. Make your holiday trips safe for you & others The Utah Safety Council estimates that as many as five people will die in Utah traffic accidents during the upcoming 4th of July weekend, and up to 5 people may die during the 24th of July holiday. The Utah Safety Council urges motorists to follow a number or safe driver tips to make this holiday weekend accident free and to Arrive Alive. Whether you are driving crossfasten your town or safety belts and place children in approved car safety seats. Dont drink and drive and be on the lookout for drivers who may intoxicated. A person driving too fast or too slow, changing lanes frequently, or disregarding traffic signs or road conditions may be under the influence. Keep away from the suspected vehicle, preferably behind it, and notify local law enforcement immediately with regard to the make, color, license number and direction of travel of the vehicle. Drive defensively and watch out for other drivers. Obey posted speed Shantel Ogden BLM much-neede- Sevier County Fair could use your help Barbara Boiler The Sevier County Committee met June 17th. Excitement is beginning to build as final preparations are made. Last minute volunteers are stepping forward to fill in gaps. James Knowler has taken over the Center Stage Entertainment; Gary Curtis will handle the Model Car Exhibit; Mark King will supply animals for the Buckaroo Rodeo. His cooperation has saved the Rodeo from being cancelled this year. We must also mention Fred Christensen whose generosity has allowed us to have a Sound of Music float. Plans for the pine- - Kendra Jensen Amy Dorsey significant hearing or speech problems. According to national health surveys twenty two million people suffer from hearing impairment in the United 5 tales, but only 30 are receiving professional help. If you have concerns or questions about a hearing problem .call the Sevier Valley Hospital Hearing Clinic for an appointment at 1 ext 203. 896-827- or local governments. In Utah, $100,000 is being administered by the Division of State Lands and Forestry. Grantees must provide a minimum 45 of the total project cost and use small businesses to provide and plant the trees. The maximum amount of federal grant dollars per project is $5,000. Eligible applicants for tree planting grants include state and local government agencies and other organizations. Applications are available from Tony Dietz, Division of State Lands and Forestry, urban forester, Applications must be received by 5 p.m. July 5, 1991. Ridge, UT. Splake have done well in the past seven years Dale K. Hcpworth Regional Fisheries Manager Its been almost 7 years since splake (a hybrid cross between lake trout and brook trout) were first introduced at Fish Lake, and there are plenty of nice fish to be caught. Splake have become a popular fish during winter ice fishing, but fewer people realize how they can be caught during the early summer. A new state record splake was caught this spring at Fish Lake by Dali Dimick, which weighed in at6 lbs.8oz. Several other splake near this size have also been reported. Most splake are 12 to 18 inches in ing July, August and September, splake are usually harder to catch. Good fishing methods include casting or jigging just on the outside of the weed beds, nearly anywhere around the lake. This can best be accomplished by using a trolling motor to maintain fishing positions, or an anchored boat. Another effective method would be use of a float tube, either casting lures or sinking a wet fly. Be sure not to fish too deep. Dont overlook the abundant rainbow trout or the possibility of a good sized lake trout. Splake can be caught later in the year by fishing deeper or by fishing at night or very early in the morning, but for fast action and best fishing try early in the year. length. , Splake are currently in shallow vater (10 to 30 feet) and are vulnerable to fishermen and should remain so until about July 1. Dur h The fastest growing job category from now until the year 2,000 is expected to be that of legal assistant. IlGitDDORE STODES Nationally Advertised! NEiseu RAINSHOWER 43 TURBO-HEAROSCILLATING SPRINKLER. Nonpuddling action and coverage control. 15 long life precision jet nozzles. 2800 sq. ft. maximum coverage. 1025 T DOUBLE COMBO 40 CHEST & 1 Gal. JUG. latch on ice chest. Up & Out on jug. Limit 1 spout 1743 of Each Per Customer While Quantities Last! GJtfre tho Problem Scluons! ' GUNNISON IMPLEMENT Main Street Gunnison -- |