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Show Community Fhanksgiving at Zion We all know that turkeys and the most of their Thanksgiving go together. But did you know that visitors frequently see a band ofwild turkey along the Scenic Drive in Zion National Park? So whether youll be in the park for the 9th annual traditional Thanksgiving dinner at Zion Lodge or just visiting the park with holiday guests taking in the beautiful fall colors, you should take advantage of the sped cial holiday are: Thanksgivprograms. They Zion 1:15 Visitor Day, p.m., ing ranger-conducte- Center, Ranger talk; Friday, November 26, 1:15 p.m., Zion Visitor Center, Ranger talk; 7 p.m., Zion Lodge, Slide Program, Saturday, November 27, 11:15 a.m., Zion VisitorCenter, Ranger Talk, and 7 p.m., Zion Lodge, Slide Program. These programs focus on some of the highl ights and secrets that s desmake Zion a tination for millions of visitors each year and feature its geology, diverse plant and animal stay.( Inside, visitors will also find a wide variety of books, maps, and posters for sale, items which provide additional information about the park, its natural and cultural history. Since construction is underway for the shuttlebus stops in Zion Canyon, visitors should use caution and expect only brief delays. The shuttlebus operation will begin on May 26, 2000. The Zion Canyon Visitor Center is open 8a.m. to 5 p.m. daily. For more information about the park or these programs, visitors 8 or may call (435) For information or reservations for Zion Lodge, their number is And remember, keep your eyes open; you might get to see some wild turkey. Happy Thanksgiving. 772-016- 772-321- 3. 772-325- 6. SOUTHERN UTAH NEWS WEDNESDAY NOVEMBER 24. IB39 Holiday Inn I Express-Kana- b wins quality excellence award The Holiday Inn Expresshas won the Bass Ho- tels& Resorts 1999 Quality Ex- Award, given only to achieving distinction in all aspects of their operations. The Holiday Inn Express-- . Kanab is one of 139 properties selected from the companys than 2,700 hotels in rec- ognition of overall quality ex- celler.ce. In order to receive the award, the hotel had to receive a high score in the Guest Satis- faction Tracking System, a sys- turn designed ' for guests to evaluate Holiday Inn hotels and performance, including product quality and customer service. .The hotel was honored dur- a special ceremony held at annual Bass Hotels & Re- - scrts Glcbal Investors - Confer-Kana- b encc in Las Vega3, NV. Dale and Patsy Clarkson of the Roli-ccllen- ce day Inn Express-Kana- h cepted the award, The Quality Excellence Award demands a strong com mitment to excellence that sets the standard for all Bass tels & Resorts around the world, said Thomas R. Oliver, chairman and CEO of Bass Hotels & Resorts. This honor is awarded to hotels by the people who know us best-ou- r ae-hote- ls -- Ho-rao- ra customers. It is my privilege to honor the Holiday Inn Express-thei- r Kanab with this award. More than 3,000 franchise owners and company officials attended the B ass Hotels & g sorts Global Investors Confer-th- e Re-in- . ence in Las Vegas, NV. world-famou- life, and its fascinating history spanning over 3,000 years of human occupation. The number one stop for all visitors should be the Zion Canyon Visitor Center where a free orientation video outlines activities and destinations that help visitors plan and make te Utah State Parks and Recreation Board am Thankful for... ...the mess to clean after a party because it means I have been surrounded by friends. ...the taxes I pay because it means that Tm employed. ...the clothes that fit a little too snug because itmeanslhave enough toeat. ...my shadow w'ho watches me work because it means I am out in the sunshine. ...the spot I find at the far end of the parking lot because it means I am capable of walking. ...all the complaining I hear about our government because it means we have freedom of speech. ...the lady behind me in church who sings off key because it means that I can hear. ...the piles of laundry and ironing because it means my loved ones are nearby. ...weariness and aching muscles at the end of the day because it means I have been pro- ductive. ...a lawn that needs mowing, w indows that need cleaning, and During its November meeting, the Board of Utah State Parks and Recreation approved thousands of dollars in matching grants gutters that need fixing I have a home. for trail, motorized trail, and riverway enhance- because it means ment projects statewide. ...my huge heating bill Board members approved more than $700,000 in matching because it means I am warm. trail projects throughout Utah, which in- ...the alarm that goes off in the fiends clude: Paunsaugunt Trail Phase in Kane and Garfield early morning hours Counties. because it means that Im alive. approves matching grantsfortrail projects non-motoriz- ed non-motoriz- ed II-II- I, What your family wants for Christmas is right here in Kanab! Celebrate with Kanab's biggest giveaway The fun starts NOW! ! ! For every $10 that you spend at any participating local business you will receive one entry ticket. Write your name and phone number on the front and drop it into the barrel at the designated weekly location. Then come to the drawings for your chance to win home electronics, new vinyl flooring, $500 worth of electricity, or hundreds of other great prizes! All tickets not drawn will stay in the barrel - so do your shopping early to be eligible for all the weekly prizes! Over $12,000 in gifts and services will be given away! Our local sponsors are doing all they can to make your Hometown Holiday the best Christmas ever! H-IAM-K 54.3 C VvV 10M03 YOU FOR SMOPFMG AT HOME! Drawing locations, times and dates are on the tickets. ad in this week 's S.U.N. For complete contest rules, see the full-pag- e YOU MUST BE PRESENT AT THE DRAWING TO WIN! |