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Show .,r 0 c 10A Emery County Progress Castle Dale, Utah Tuesday November 27, 2001 Consumers warned of fradulent Anthrax pitches The recent terrorist attacks and anthrax cases have many people around the world fearful and worried about how best to protect their families. Preying on these fears, some Internet sites, and magazines infomercial ads are selling anthrax cures, gas masks, biosurchemical suits, high-pricvival and emergency kits. The Better Business Bureau advises ed consumers to use common sense, and, do some homework. Know the facts before parting with your money. Know the facts about anthrax and how you can guard against contamination. The U.S. Iostal Service (www.usps.gov) and the Center for Disease Con- Prevention and trol (www.cdc.gov) have issued advice on what you should do if you suspect you have received a letter or package that may contain anthrax or any other dangerous germs. Purchasing antibiotics for anthrax over the Internet is not recommended. The quality, source and actual contents of the antibiotics are not always known when you buy drugs from an Internet site that does not require a prescription. Some of these drugs are from overseas, are stored improperly or may be contaminated. Unless you are specifically notified or instructed by public health officials, there is no need to obtain or take antibiotics to prevent anthrax Purchasing gas masks, biochemical suits, air purifiers and other gadgets that claim to protect and eradicate anthrax and other germs, could be a waste of your money. Some companies are offering products at very A high prices. higher price does not necessarily mean a better high-power- sub-standa- product. . The BBB suggests that before making a purchasing decision, you: Check the company out with the BBB. Keep in mind that if the company is new, there may not yet be a record of customer complaints. Use common sense. Ask yourself if you really need the product. Online, anyone can pretend to be an expert. Do not be mislead by fancy web sites or claims of a new" or quick cure-all- " for anthrax Evaluate the advertisers use of government references. Some scam artists use government names and symbols or claim that their look-alik- e" Levi Glazier and Erin Gordon work on their snowmen product is official", approved or endorsed by the government to add credibility to their marketingpitches. Others adopt a conspiracy stance, claiming that the government is trying to suppress medical cures or i V' Reward offered for the arrest of suspects in wildlife killings The Division of Wildlife Re- sources is offering rewards for information leading to the arrest and conviction of persons responsible for several in- stances of wanton destruction of wildlife. If you have knowledge about any of the following incidents, contact the DWR: Pronghorn buck shot and killed near Famura on or about Oct. 6. One horn was cut off and the sheath of the other horn was removed. bull elk shot and A four-poiabandoned on or about Oct. 9 in the Gordon Creek Wildlife Management Area on Consumers Road. nt Craft Fair Students at Huntington Elementary put the finishing touches on their snowmen with the help of Jackie Wilson; an aide at the school. Students are rapidly preparing for their annual craft fair. It will be held on Dec. 5 Calf elk shot and left in Nuck Woodard Canyon on or about Oct. 22. buck shot and left A four-poiat the head of Beaver Creek at the top of Consumers Road on or about Oct. 12. In the case of the four-poibull elk, the informant will be eligible for a limited entry Manti bull elk permit in 2002. For the nt from 12:30-- 3 p.m. nt other cases, the reward may derange from information on the propending vided. If you would like to report information, call Lt. Mike Milbum at (435) 6364)270. Callers may remain anonymous. $500-$l,00- 0, College radio station could hit airwaves by next fall Many people in Price and the surrounding area love country Nigh Velocity Sports UT 25 West 400 South, Huntington, (435) 68-SPO- 687-767- music. This is obvious when one turns on the radio. Occasionally one might be lucky to catch a few alternative sound waves from the Wasatch Front area, but not enough to make a song. College of Eastern Utah students have commented on this problem from year to year. Recognizing the desire by many for an alternative for radio listeners, CEU is moving 84528 RT 8 Nov. 30 and Dec. 1,2001 Come in and register to win a 2002 Kawasaki Bayou 220! (Must be over 18 to win. Details in store.) Join us Saturday for a pit roasted pork dutch oven lunch and hot dogs! Register for door prizes and drawings! See all of the new stuff we have in our store! J We have: GeneratorsPower Equipment Cool Clothing Motorcycle, Snowmobile Parts and Repair And More! POWIR Utah leadership, is workingwith Troy Hunt, communications department chair at CEU, to establish the student-ru- n radio sta local radio stations, these sta- tions do not have a format which is friendly to most of the resident-student population at CEU. A college radio station will give students not only a choice of music more to their individual liking, but will offer enhanced educational opportunities. Students at a CEU radio station will run the board as DJs, write and produce newscasts, prepare underwriting and public service announcements, and help manage the station in an academically-directed program de signed to prepare them for professional work in the broadcast industry, or for transfer to another institution of higher education. , The ASCEU academic council believes the opportunity will have a positive influence in the Price area and provide trained individuals in broadcast communication. It will also provide CEU students a chance to hear their favorite music over the air. The station will be operating for the fall 2002 semester with broadcast1 communication courses beginning next semester. Starting the station will require the raising of funds for equipment and music. Initial funds required for the station may cost as much as $30,000. Notice of Judgment Levy Tax Increase Emery Water Conservancy District is proposing to increase taxes to cover a refund ordered by the Utah State Tax Commission to centrally assessed property appeals. The appeal includes: Accessories Motorcycle Accessories Camping and Hunting Equipment Dutch Ovens ATV ATV, forward with a plan to bring a student-ru- n radio station to the airwaves. The Academic Council, part of the Associated Students of the College of Eastern tion. CEU has had a student voice in The Eagle for a long time. However, CEU students have not had a voice on the airwaves, said Hunt While we have highly professional people runningthe Clsvjasetii Ut the good times roll. TOOLS RTY 1 SAFE LI B maic cur Pacificorp The total refund amount is $27,425. As a result of the proposed judgment, the impact on a $75,000 residence will be $0.91 and the impact on a business having the same value as the average value of a residence in the taxing entity will be $1.65. All concerned citizens are invited to attend a public hearing on the judgment levy tax increase to be held on December 3, 2001 at 7:00 p.m. in the District Office, 50East 100 South, Castle Dale, Utah. T |