Show December Gunnison Valley NewsSalina Sun Speaking of Sports Murder motet' wonderland by Bob Bahlmann Staff writer try to stay in this column so I won't say a word about the University of Utah's last football game Instead let's take a look at safe and sane winter recreation The recent snowfalls have opened up a whole new world of fantasy and fun for youngsters When my kids looked out our window and saw 18 inches of new snow last Saturday they were thrilled They scrambled for boots mismatched gloves and coats They complained when Mom made them come back for hats and then headed outside for some sledding The outside temperature was in the low teens arid it didn't take long for them to get cold and come shivering back inside A cup of hot chocolate added to the fun of the day and I before long they were back outside The process repeated itself most of the day with an occa- sional "Shut the door!" from Dad Winter recreation can be a blast for young and old alike but there are a few precautions that should be taken especially with very young children According to the American Association of Pediatrics one important piece of safety equip 5 2001 suspect Mullins starts altercation in Sevier County Jail ment is often overlooked They say that helmets such as those worn for bike riding are a must Sledders should avoid riding on roads or in parking areas and stay away from slopes w'here rocks trees or fences are present Another way to avoid serious injury is to never sled head first or lying on your belly and never try it standing up unless you are on skis or a snowboard Always dress properly for the weather and keep in mind that the ride down the hill will increase wind velocity and the effects of wind chill Sledders should dress in layers to prevent the wind from penetrating clothing' Always wear a hat gloves and boots that will keep you dry and warm Children should never be allowed to sled without adult supervision and remember the sunglasses and sunscreen Sunlight reflected off the white surface of the snow can be just as harmful to skin as a hot summer day and snow blindness can be a painful and dangerous experience Take time to enjoy the great outdoors in all weather and at all times of the year Remember that each season brings new and exciting opportunities for fun and recreation Murder suspect Morris Mullins started an altercation during which he bit two Sevier County Jail officers Saturday November 24 said Sevier Deputy County Sheriff's Charlie Ogden "Our correctional officers have really put up with a lot from him" said Ogden Deputies Jim Brown and Wes Dudley both received bites from Mullins as they tried to restrain him The incident occurred when Mullins started yelling obscenities from the cuffport of his cell Brown and Dudley went into the cell to shut the cuffport and rectional officer said Ogden Brown and Dudley both reminor injuries including bruises from the attack Ogden stated This incident comes after a try to calm Mullins At that where point Mullins attacked the two court appearance officers He continued to fight Mullins received a with the officers and backup suspension of sentencing on was called in to help restrain three charges of damaging which he pled guilty to on Ochim Mullins will be charged with tober 23 Mullins has tallied a number two counts of assaulting a cor ceived of assaults on correctional officers charges as well as damaging the jail charges since May when he was first arrested af- ter the murder of Richfield resident Amy Davis He was originally charged with aggravated murder He is also a suspect in the murder of an woman in Yuma Arizona Winter Driving Demands Special Techniques Advises AAA Utah ahead as possible to give yourself time to react to any s Leave the usual distance between your vehicle and the one ahead said Rolayne Keeping this distance allows techniques" AAA Utah spokesyou to maneuver without stopFairclough woman "It sometimes takes a ping or slowing down and posfew winter days for drivers to sibly getting stuck Traction — Traction is greatest remember these skills from last just before the wheels spin If year" The following are typical you are stuck clear a path in winter driving challenges and front of the wheels for several the recommended techniques feet gently apply pressure on the accelerator without spinto successfully handle the situning the wheels If wheels spin ations Stopping and Following — To gently let up on the accelerator until traction returns compensate for the longer disWhen more traction is tance needed to stop on slippery roads focus your attention needed use traction mats (floor Snow is putting Utah drivers to the test and it doesn't look like it will let up soon "To successfully negotiate slick roads motorists need to know specific as far mats will do in an emergency) or spread some sand salt or other abrasive material in front and back of the drive wheels If the wheels continue to spin creating a deeper rut stop and let the tires cool speed that is too fast for conditions and quick jerky movements of the steering wheel Skids can be best avoided by anticipating lane changes turns and curves slowing down in advance and by makIf nothing else works try rocking smooth precise movements ing the vehicle out of the rut To of the steering wheel rock a vehicle slowly ease the Other tips car forward when it will go no Make sure windshield further release the accelerator washer solvent is the type that and allow the car to roll back will not freeze Clean all snow and ice Repeat these actions in rapid succession Each rock should from the entire vehicle move the vehicle a little farther start Before departing forward or back of the hole you your vehicle and turn the heater are in on for a minute or two before Skids — Skidding is caused by using the defroster This will hard acceleration or braking prevent moisture from fogging the windshield when warm air hits the cold glass To prevent damage to your 115 East 900 The responsible officials are (435) The Fishlake National Forest wiper blades or wiper motor be 84701 BLM Field Richfield ManMeredith Utah North the wipers are off before sure Jerry of Land Bureau and the (FS) or Kay Erickson BLM ager Richfield Office and Mary starting the engine Management (BLM) Richfield Established 100 years ago Leader at (435) Field Office have completed a Erickson Forest Supervisor AAA offers a wide array of au150 East 900 North Draft Environmental Impact Fishlake National Forest The travel insurance and tomotive The community orchestra Statement for the proposed DEIS comment period will offi- Richfield Utah 84701 Copies financial services AAA Utah will continue the tradition as Quitchupah Creek Road The cially begin with publication of of the DEIS are available now serves over 120000 members a notice of availability in the well by playing for The Messiah is of to this analysis purpose " The Messiah is one of the assess a proposal to upgrade Federal Register We anticipate most loved traditions of Sanpete that availability publication 92 miles of an existing road County" said Judy Morgan trail along Quitchupah Creek will occur December 14 2001 “Max-Rib- ” who has been conducting The In recognition that the Acord Lakes the Colors connecting Messiah for 12 years "The faces 2’ Coverage White in Convulsion Canyon ment period is starting during ' of the people watching the proa very busy time of year Green Sevier County with Utah State Red gram light up and the spirit of DEIS this has ment time on been 10 in Emery County Christmas comes alive" Tan - A Draft Environmental Im- - extended beyond the required The choir for the years perBrown time period and will be has been' formance has held five prac- pact Statement (DEIS) 15 describes accepted and which through February Coseout Special: Blue & Dark Tan tices already Those interested prepared durreceived 2001 Responses Off Above Price Take additional 5 analyzes a "No Action"and in joining will have to wait un1M0 eislehiutah this period will be used in adUmlted SuPPlV three action Sublect t0 Pflof DISC’ ing to alternatives til next year The admission for (800) the preparation of the Final The Messiah is free to all who dress issues and concerns forward wish to attend the concert brought during Environmental Impact StatePlease join in the musical trascoping The BLM and FS re- ment and the Decision Docudition of The Messiah on DecemKKJfcM ilsm sponsible officials have not ment If you have question need Call today a identified a preferred alternaber 8 and 9 a ieryt t further information or would tive free quote! like to be briefed on the project We’re over stocked on Call please contact Linda Jackson 6x6 6x8 house log and ask for Forest Service Project Leader at seconds! Great for make Craig Allred ” sheds cabins etc problem Quitchupah Creek Road Document Available Group sets to perform Messiah for 68th time in Ephraim Kelli Dodgen The 68th Annual performance of The Messiah will be held on December 8 and 9 at 7 pm at the Ephraim Stake Center The tradition of The Messiah by originated with Harry Dean who started the singing program at Ricks College in 1933 Since the tradition of The Messiah began it has been performed annually except during World Wat II when their weren't enough men to complete the choir The Messiah chorus consists of 150 members Half of the choir is made up from the com- munity members and the remainder is made up from the students at Snow College The students at Snow College have the opportunity to receive one credit for being in The Messiah Solists for the musical numbers are chosen from the members of the choir Cheap! 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