Show TheSunNews IQ Wednesday December 8 1993 Guide Dogs for the Blind program is at work locally Graduation day at Guide Dogs for the Blind Inc in San is a proud Rafael California members whose one for the dogs they hae rasied graduate as On guide dogs Saturday October 9 1993 "Flanagan" the beautiful Golden Lab raised by member Joshua Taylor of Redmond graduated as a guide with Shelley Stewart of Ontario Canada Guide Dogs for the Blind Inc breeds its own pups at the kennels in San Rafael At about 10 weeks of age they are placed members in the homes of who are responsible for housetraining the ups and teaching them social skills This socialization lays the foundation foir theirfuturc work as skillful guide dogs After a year in the member's home the dogs are returned to the guide dog school to begin a five to six month of highly specialized by California instructors on the school's staff At the end of this training the dogs are matched up with a and together they companion complete a month's training before they graduate as a team Thanks to all those who He is helped support Flanagan the first guide puppy to graduate from ScvicrCountyand we hope there will be many more in the future The guide dogs go w here they are needed Many have returned to Utah and many have period training You can have your cake & eat it too The bottom of a brown lunch bag is always friendlier when there is a snack waiting there Here are some tips to help you snack without guilt Stock your pantry and refrigwhole erator with plain popcorn fruit unsweetened grain crackers fresh fruits and vegetables plain lowfat yogurt and cheeses — especially cheese lower in fat and sodium Carry a naturally sweet fresh fruit such as grapes or a pear for a work break rather than buying candy from a vending machine Limit the amount eaten so your snack doesn’t replace a meal If it is taki ng the place of a meal choose foods - a small entree a sandwich or a hearty salad Choose snacks that provide dietary fiber as well as other nutrients Fresh fruits with edible seeds (berries) or skins (apples peaches) dried fruits raw vegetables and breads or crackers arc some good sources of dietary fiber If you choose a sticky food (dried fruit) for your snack plan to brush your teeth soon after eating to help prevent tooth decay Following a good diet doesn’t mean you have to give up favorite desserts like ice cream and cake The key is to have them in moderate amounts balance them with foods that are lower in fat sugars and calories and cut back on fat and sugars from other foods If you are selective in your ingredients it’s possible to have your cake and eat it too Following is a chocolate cake recipe It has only four grams of fat zero cholesterol and is 160 calories per juices serving gone to other states and other countries Josh and his family say it is very hard to part with a dog they have loved and cared for - but knowing that the dog is going to help a blind person live a more normal life makes it all worth while A special thanks to the Salina Lions Club Redmond Clay and Salt and Salina Elementary School for their support and the importance understanding of this project Thanks also offers winter checklist The Utah Highway Patrol offers the following Winter Travel Checklist to help you and your vehicle weather the coming cold temperatures and harsh driving conditions upcoming For your Vehicle: Antifreeze protection to 25 degrees below zero Check hoses too Wipers should be in good condition replace them every two years Be sure your engine is tuned and use light or oil Heater defroster in good condition backflush cooling system every two years Battery charged and in good condition Older batteries may seem ok but generally give out when cold weather hies Keep the posts clean and connections tight Uscall weather snow tires chains or studs are allowed October 15 to March 31 Be sure there are no leaks in your exhaust system For Emergency: Have flares sand salt traction mat floor mats shovel booster cables basic tools jack and lug wrench Also tow rope cable or chain blanket sleeping bag winter clothing boots or extra shoes first aid kit The following items can be placed in a can with a lid for your Winter Survival Kit: Flashlight with extra batteries candles pocket knife change canned heat matches in tight container can opener toilet paper high caloric food On your Trip: ditions weather Check road conforecasts allow extra time Don’t travel alone Tell someone where you are going and what route you’ll take Report safe arrival Keep windows clear Be sure the driver is rested alert and sober Fasten seat belts Use headlights dusk dark on in snow rain or fog Always keep your gas tank over half full If you are stranded: Avoid over Tie a exertion and keep calm colored banner on the antenna Stay in the vehicle for shelter don’t try to walk to nearest town or farm (especially in a storm) Conserve body heat and keep pushing shoveldry If working ing undo outer clothes for ventila- tion Moist clothes loose their insulation qualities Keep a little fresh air coming into the vehicle - open downwind window a crack Better chilly and awake than warm and slipping into unconsciousness Use engine heater sparingly In dire circumstances bum the spare some engine oil to start it If you must leave the vehicle write a note giving name address person to contact time and day you left and which direction you are walking NOTE: Alcoholic beverages may feel warm but actually depress central nervous system and circulatory system Very dangerous when driving Very dangerous when stranded in cold weather NOTE: If you have an antilock brake system use steady pressure-Dnot pump ABS brakes Snow College is honored by Central Utah Prison Snow College was awarded a commemorative plaque for service at the third annual Central Utah Correctional Facility (CUCF) Founder’s Day celebration recently The plaque was one of several certificates of appreciation awarded to individuals and organizations for their support and service contributsuccessful establishment the to ing of the CUCF Snow College offers programs for the prisoners and separate classes at the facility for the community During surrounding this past year six inmates earned Associate Degrees from Snow and all six were on the Snow College Dean’s list Other awards went to Utah State University Dept of Continuing Education Sough Sanpete School District Sevier Valley Applied Technology Center the Ml Pleasant unit of the Utah National Guard and several individuals who were recognized for their service to the cups all purpose flour 13 cup cocoa tsp baking soda 6 Tbs extra light corn oil spread CUCF The reasons Snow College was presented the award may best be summed up by the inscription on the plaque which reads: with direction “Snow College from President Gerald Day offers courses to offenders at the Central The Utah Correctional Facility supported college has consistently these efforts to work collectively in with the Dept of Corrections finding viable solutions to offender recidivism The programs offered at CUCF have helped offenders ITS A GREAT PROJECT - BUT A HARD ONE TOO! Pictured are Joshua Taylor of Redmond the golden lab ’Flanagan' and Shelley Stewart of Ontario Canada Josh and Flanagan spent a year together while Flanagan learned to enjoy people and the basic social skills Flanagan then went into specialized training and he now is helping Shelley who is blind make her life more enjoyable All this was made possible by the Guide Dogs for the Blind program The towns of Salina and Gunnison will be- gin receiving their on newspapers Wednesday Morning Dec 15 before 8:00 am by independant and have improve their provided them with skills essential for success upon their release from prison Snow College has also contributed to CUCF staff developSnow College ment by providing classes in the administration area of the CUCF We are deeply appreciative of the contribution to the CUCF” carriers! 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We expect some confusion Please bear with us as we feel this step will give you betterserviceiThank You Jim Olsen 529-783- cup sugar cup skim milk Tbs white vinegar 12 tsp vanilla extract Light cocoa frosting (below) Heat oven to 350degrees 528-311- Spray round baking pans with Stir flour cocoa spray and baking soda set aside In saucestir in pan melt com oil spread sugar Remove from heaL Add milk vinegar and vanilla to mixture in stir Add dry ingredisaucepan ents whisk until well blended Pour evenly into pans Bake 20 minutes or until wooden pick inserted in centercomesoutclean Cool Frost 12 servings Refrigerate two cooking Light Cocoa Frosting small mixer bowl stir If you would like more information about the Guide Dog Program call the Sevier County Extension office 2 ext 270 Utah Highway Patrol Light Chocolate Cake In DVM for the to Dcon Kelsey loving care he gives our puppies We are currently raising two "Thunder" and guide puppies "Landon" We hope that both of these pups will make great working guides Our best wishes go to S hcl ley S te wart and Flanagan to- gether one envelope (13 ounces) dry whipped topping mix 12 cup cold skim milk Tbsp cocoa and 12 tsp vanilla extracL Beat on high speed of mixer for about four minutes or until soft peaks form s usual Frost cak w m t a a F in f" |