Show January 30 2002 Gunnison Valley NevvsSalina Sun Speaking of Sports terrorist September 11 2001 have changed the way people all over the world think Here in the United States we have always felt safe Now we are seeing the same type of scenes we used to think only took place in third world countries At airports we have seen military attacks on patrols for the first time People are being asked to surrender such seemingly insignificant items as nail clippers and knitting needles All this extra security should have us feeling much safer If firearm sales are any measure of how Americans feel about their safety that is not the case to statistics According from the FBI more and more Americans are taking a very personal look at national security and arming themselves During the month of October over one million US citizens underwent the background check that is required to purchase firearms Many of the people arming themselves are buyers and sales records show they are selecting everything from easily concealed handguns to shotguns and assault rifles The message is clear Ameri- cans no longer feel that the government can protect them They - a Feeling of security If vou do make the decision buv a gun you need to take to learn how the responsibility and there are no really good due to increased government solutions There are some small to safely and effectively use it for home A safes sized purchased weapon storage security intervention some handgun lawmakers are actually push- that have keypad operated security is worthless it you load and to how know don't be the firelocks that answer of make to use might ing private arms easier Perhaps the toughest ques- shoot it As the invincible gunslinger For example there is a bill tion you need to ask yourself in the novel "Shane " told a before the Utah legislature that before buying a gun for perwould eliminate the firearms sonal protection is whether you young boy "A gun is a tool just like any other tool It's no bettraining and proficiency re- are willing to shoot and kill ter and no worse than the man quirement for obtaining a per- another human being in a that uses it" Should you make If you have situation mit to carry a concealed to think about the answer you the decision to own a gun it's weapon I am all for the individual's your responsibility to make it a may hesitate too long if the situgood tool right to bear arms and the re- ation should arise of every citizen to sponsibility himself others and help protect but there are some things to keep in mind before rushing out to buy a gun Guns are made and deA investigation into the counties that are covsigned to kill That is not something to take lightly Always concluded with the arrest of a ered by the Central Utah Narcotics Task Force There used to follow two basic safety rules methamphetamine major First treat every gun as if it were dealer on January 16 2002 btonly 14 or 12 grams availloaded Second never point a Members of the Central Utah able Now there are ounces and gun at something you do not Narcotics Task Force Utah pounds that can be purchased The suspect Manuel Garado intend to kill If everyone fo- Major Crimes Task Force and Mendez aka Oscar R Berdeja llowed these two simple rules DEA purchased 14 lb methfirearm accidents would basiamphetamine from Manual age 37 West Valley City was Garado Mendez aka Oscar R charged with three counts discally cease to happen Parents also need to accept Berdeja The arrest took place tribution controlled substance Mendez the responsibility of keeping in Springville methamphetamine firearms away from children Prior to the suspect being ar- will be prosecuted Federally The investigation is continuwhich brings up one of the rested two previous purchases toughest questions asked about had been made by officers one ing and more arrests will foland one in low having a firearm for home se- in Scipio curity How can I keep my Springville Both purchases weapon in a place that is easily were one ounce quantities The accessible in an emergency situ- - suspect had been selling drugs in Fillmore to several people The Cowboy Poetry and Musome of whom would transport sical Festival will be held in the drug to Beaver and Cedar on Feb 9 at 6 pm at Torrey City to sell them It is Rim Rock Restaurant The street value on the methsponsored by Entrada Institute from amphetamine purchases as part of the Cultural Olmpiad Manuel G Mendez is approxiSalt Lake 2002 House Bill 208 Federal Govmately $40000 Performers will include ernment Acquisition of Real The Task Force is seeing a Michael Robinson Salt Lake Property in the State should be dramatic increase in the amount City cowboy poet and musiof the floor the for on debate of methamphetamine coming cian Sam Deleeuw Manti up are taking steps to try to protect Amid the cries that themselves we are losing our civil liberties by Bob Bahlmann Staff writer The -- safe place? keep it stored in a That is a tough one I wanted to give all my con- stituents a brief update on the progress of the bills I am sponsoring this session Rural House Bill 253 Schools— Equity in Education has passed out of the Education Standing Committee with an unanimous vote This bill has the support of the state's and many superintendents members of the Rural Caucus This bill would allow The State Board of Education to award scholarship money of up to $3000 for teachers in necessarily existent small schools or small school districts who teach two or more subjects Through this program eligible teachers would be able to obtain endorsements to teach additional subjects This is important legislation for the small schools throughout our district and many others It is important that our children living in rural areas are provided with the most qualified teachers available and this legislation would further this goal Under to Central Utah Narcotics Task Force Makes Another Drug Bust by MX Jim Olsen Talk about an unlucky Well thanks to some quick Internet research the Ringtail is an animal which looks a little like a Raccoon and a little like hitch- hiker About two weeks ago our staff writer Darlene Agren stopped in at the office to pick an Opossum It turns out that the Ringup a camera While visiting she told us that she had adopted a tail is indigenous to Texas new little kitty Pretty interesting went outside to my car to get her the camera and her car Olympic Opinion which was still running was Lori and went to Logan this Needed to tie up making noises similar to a cat past weekend or really loose fan belts some USU items for Cody went back into the office picked up a copy of the Logan and told her she may have a Herald Journal The question of She rushed outside the day was “Are you going to problem and then returned purchase tickets for any Olym“What ever it was the noise pic events?" All four has stopped don’t think it was people who were a fan belt there is blood near asked ’pooh poohed’ the Olymthe tire pics as a big waste of taxpay“What do do?” ers' money an over commerWell she took off to see cialized extravanganza and not her husband Doug at work He worth their time or money works at Gunnison Valley HosI'm sorry but can't agree Sure we’ll be paying for this pital The good news is it wasn’t event for years to come but the new kitty WHAT A SHOW! There are few After paying $164 to exother events that will allow Utah tract and rework several fan to showcase what makes this belts it was determined the such a great state' Whether you animal was a Ringtail go or not Stand and WAVE as “It probably jumped onto a the torch passes through our communities! logging truck” said Doug Local Poet part of Torrey Festival Legislative Notes from Rep Bradley Johnson Written By Erik Rasmussen The first week of the 2002 General Session has quickly come to a close The session is going fast and progressing well File That ation but still shortly This bill would prohibit the federal acquisition of land within the state without the consent of the legislature The Federal Government cowgirl poet Ray Conrad Wayne County poet and Wayne County musicians William Barclay and Dudley Travel Council Entrada Institute is a nonprofit organization supporting artists writers humanities scholars and earth and social scientists in their development Elliott Dinner and program are $20 in advance by calling by Feb 6 and $25 at the door For lodging information call Capitol Reef Country of new woi ks For information Rollins House GUNNISON VALLEY currently controls approxiof our state mately land leaving the citizens of Utah only a small portion of our own land to fund many important programs including education firmly believe that it is important that the state sends a strong message to the Federal Government regarding the control of land within our boundaries and this legislation would do just that I am very excited about both of these bills and feel they serve the best interest of you my constituents Your comments and opinions are always welcome and would love to hear from you Utah House of Representatives: Fax: Desk in Chamber of House Representatives: I V HOSPITAL —Healthcare Services— of Office: BJohnsonlestateutus Shaheen’s Qift Shop Greeting Cards Valentine's Day Cards & Gifts Souvenirs Snacks Collectible Cars & More Winter Hours 6 to 11 5 to 10 am pm 1225 South State Salina Gunnison Valley Hospital & Hospice Home Health We terve Sanpete Available the counties of: Sevier Wayne Sendees Include: IV Therapy Diabetic Physical Therapy Occupational Therapy Specialists Referral Aid for Other Services A nurse is on call 24 hours c day seven days a week if you hove any questions please feel free to call The Patient Is First In All We Do! or Nursing Consultation gunnlson valley hospital 64 E 100 N Gunnison 435528-724- 6 call Judy |