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Show lung 8. 1999- - face 11 Basin LIFE Uintah Basin Standard Beauty contests being replaced with pageants that reward talent By Tiara mote it! Pun Current Miu UBIC, Emily In the put, beauty pageant have been thought to exploit young and their bodies, focusing on outward appearances rather than intellect and ability. Thats no longer the case, according to Lynne Smith who works to help coordinate the annual Miss UBIC Pageant. This is an incredible thing! she said-Thedon't want this to be a beauty thing anymore. Smith is very supportive of the Miss America pageant circuit, which is the circuit that Miss UBIC is connected with. In fact, the Miss la-di- ei y America Pageant is the biggest source of scholarship money for women in the United States. Miss UBIC contestants are required to compete in an interview portion of the pageant, and Smith believes that this is the most important part of the competition. The girls are interviewing for a job. They need to be familiar with current events; depth is very important. The girls choose a platform which they are passionate about and they pro Jan- uary, choose Literacy Awareness, as her platform. She believes that this is an important issue in rural areas. In a research project she did for public service, she found that average ACT English scores in this area are below 20. Its not just wearing a crown and pretty dresses, it's being a public servant. Its been a really good experience, she stated. Emily will be vying for the title of Miss Utah in two weeks. This year's Miu UBIC pageant is on July 28. Miss UBIC is not the only pageant in the Basin affiliated with the Miu America Pageant circuit. Miu Duchesne County and Miu Uintah County are also part of this program. The criteria for eligibility for these pageants are for contestants to be 17-2- 4 years old and reside in the county they will represent. They compete in interview, question, evening wear, swimsuit, and talent. Many different talents have been entered into the Miu Uintah County pageant. on-sta- ts 3-- Nancy Walton, a representative of the pageant said, WVve had everything from classical piano to more contemporary talents ... last year we had a girl doTae-Kwon-DThe Miss America Pageant circuit is slowly making changes in its program. They have done away with banners stating the winner's title, and they do not refer to the winners as queens any longer, they now refer to them aslitleholders. When Miss America has her official portrait taken, she holds her crown, rather than wearing it. They now are more supportive of young wom- i, categories: Rodeo Queen (ages Rodeo Princes (ages 1 and Rodeo Junior Princess (ages 10 and under). The criteria for this pageant ia similar to that of the Miss America circuit, except rather than performing a talent on stage, the contestants must demonstrate their horsemanship skills by performing two different riding patterns. The other portions of the pageant are speech and modeling, where the tant wears her favorite western outfit or evening gown and gives a two minute speech on rodeo or western life, impromptu speaking, interview, w hich is in front of only judges, and closed to the public. The queen receives a saddle, a buckle, a crow n, and a $500 scholarship to USU. The 1999 pageant will be held June 9 in the Duchesne High auditorium and ia free to the public. Rural Development helps families get into homes RVrfx An elderly man living on a fixed income in a trailer is in need of a new roof, but just can't afford it. A family of five spends more than half of their monthly income on rent. Finding solutions to these types of problems is what Community Development Manager Lana Duke does part ofthe USDA Rural Development Agency that serves the tricounty area. A variety of programs are offered to people of low to moderate income to help them obtain ufe and affordable housing. The Direct 502 program offers low interest housing or renovation bans for people who have a steady reliable source of income. Average loan amounts in this area are for $70,000 - $75,000 with 33 year terms at 7 34 percent interest. Payments are generally about 26 percent of a person's income. Applicants are required to be in a certain income bracket and be able to make payments toward the loan. u There are no down payments on the houses, and people need to have fairly good credit, said Duke. "W do have some exceptions. As long as they have a reliable source of income like social security or child support it's fine." She added that if the payment amounts are more than whist is reasonable for the family, the government can subsidize part of the payment. Next week Rural Development is participating in a ground breaking for a modular home on Ute Indian Tribe reservation land. This is the first of its kind in the state of Utah, said Duke. "We are providing the financing to put the home on assigned land to the tribal member. We have never done this on trust lands before. "I guess T in the guinea pig, joked Richard Ji nks Jr., Security director for the Utc Tribe, who has been renting a house on Whiterock Road for the past six years and figures he's put out $22,000 in rent. When he and Elizabeth married last Jan- - Library Board Meeting in Altamonl will be holding their next meeting in Altamonl at the Altamonl High School on Wednesday. June 16 at 5:30 p.m. Everyone in the Altamont area is invited to attend. This is an excellent way to find out what the library has to offer you and voice your opinion about how your county library can better servo you. A similar meeting is scheduled in Duchesne on July 21 . The library board Crossroads Center Seniors Come and eijoy the sunshine and warmth of summer with lunch on the veranda. Thurday, June 10 will be Chow Mein, rice, Jell-- o and a cookie. Friday. June 11 will be Lendil Soup, Waldorf Salad. Crackers, Cheese and Custaid. Please make reservations the day before. The contestants ranging in age will compete in various from 9 categories, speech, modeling, personal interview, a basic pattern and a reining pattern Thera are nine contestants vying for Jr. Princess, 11 for Princess, and seven for the coveted Queen horat-man-shi- Kofferd. She graduated from Altamont High this spring and is planning to attend college this fall. She loves riding hones and participating in rodeos. Sluwni Royer a , Housing Program. Although housing said no mure HUD homes wrouW, be built for five or ten years, Eileen Wissiup set up an appointment for the Jenks with Duke. Now the family is looking forward to moving into a three bedroom double wide with a patio and hobbies, Kami Laxenby, 17. of Tsbiona, daughter of Bobby J. and Laura Laxenby. She will be a senior at Tabiona High this year. She ia involved ia volleyball, cheerieading and FFA fireplace on land allotted to Jenks about four milea south of Fort roller -- Another program is the guaranteed housing program for low and moderate income families. The applicant appliea with another lender, such as a bank. Then the other lender sends the application to R -- Continued on page 22 mission. John has also served in many capacities in the LDS church, including Bishop, member of High Council arid he and his family served two years at the Randlett Branch, where he served as Branch President. In 1973. John B, and Ruby started Gale' 'a Office Supply at the same location that it is in today TheGale't have built a new home south of Roosevelt on their farm and are happily retired. While he served on the city council John was the council member who started Roosevelt City's annual 4th of July celebration. now 8 years later, he has been chosen as the Grand Marshall for the parade in an expression of appreciation for all he has done for our city. The celebration will take place on Monday, July 5. since the 4th comes on a Sunday. The great American Outhouse Race at 5 30 p m , the parade at 6 p m.. the program will begin at 7.30 at the Constitution Park under the direction of Pat Stringhara. Fireworks will beg-.- n at dark. Concession stands are available five to organizations. Contact Beverly Hansen. General to rnter the Director, at parade or for a concession stand Join Roosevelt City in celebrating the 4th of July on the 5th of J uly ! non-prof- 722-341- nry ii: Komi Laxenby 1 Largest Dance Festival Ever Tha largest Dance Festival to ever be held in the Uintah Basin will be presented Friday, June 1 1 and Saturday, June 12 at 8 pm. at the Uintah High football field. Hundreds of brightly costumed dancers will present "Dancin' Thru the Decades, a dance review of Americas popular dance styles from pioneer times up to today. Admission is Free. Chamber of Commerce to hold annual meeting By Sfary HV'fi f woe on economic develop- ment and business promotion, also area that After a light luncheon, the meeting will conclude with it port on Chamber of Commerce activities throughout the past year GRAND M R5H Ali - John Gale and hit wife Ruby have been active U viqyvrttt'vof the cvnuviHitv fie cart. John w lead thi ear't 4 Vf I a!y t Stnngham. She is student body 'i President at Tabiona H.gh. head . cheerleader, and participate volleyball and basketball lava btnngham foci! it ated by a professional m 4-- H Lisa Stnngham. 17, of Tabiona. daughter of Gary and Sherry Cheri fYrwott sion Beginners Quilting Camp o Lad Southerland Cheri Prescott, 18, of Neola, daughter of Lynn and Gwen Prescott. She is a 1999 graduate of Union High. She ciyeys camping, fishing, riding horses, and being outdoors. Cheri plana on going into the medical field. The Duchesne County Area Chamber of Commerce ha scheduled its annual meeting for Wed day Jane 9 from 11 a m.tol 3)p ia at the Crossroad Senior Center m Rjtisevelt The meeting will feature two 30 minute break-ou- t sessions where members ill brainstorm in groups about specific issues. Recreation, tour ism and conventions will be the topic of a session facilitated bv Steve Puro, executive director of Dinosaur Trvvrl Board The oter ses- frviivisicv knrebording. blading, but most of her spare t.nw is spent training her horses, parti:. ipatxng in roping and attending h i, school rodeos. Her ambition after high school include getting a L SI' scholarship and being a member of the college rodeo team. Duchesne. John Gale to lead July 4th festivities ar-bo- Lad Southerland. 15. IUaoi Cove, is the daughter of Bruce and Linda Southerland She atur.ds U nicn High, w here she is a metWr of the drama club. She has few Stephanie Helm Do you haw a quest ion about your rights as a Tenant. Landlord, Neighbor? What should you look for ifyou suspect drug activity? What can you do to stop any type of criminal activity. An information meeting will be at the Crossroads Senior and Community Center on Wednesday. June 23 at 6.30 p.m. Guest panelist will include: Attorney Mark Hogan, Chief Cecil Gurr, and a representative of the Duchense County Sheriff. 15-1- Stephanie Helms, 17, of Ml. Home, daughter of Mike and Krisa The 1999 Queen contestants are Terra Harris, 17, ofTabiona. daughter of Clint and Honda Cook. Tern Harris Roosevelt City has selected John Gale as the Grand Marshall for the 4th of July Parade this year. John was born in Soldier Summit, raised in Helper, and graduated from C n High in Price. He attended Carbon Junior College where he played football. He served in the US Army in the Fhillipinee and in Korea during World War II. He worked for the Denver and Rio Grande Railroad as well as in the mines in Castle Gate. He married Ruby Austin on December 3, 1949. They are the parents of five children: John Austin Gale, Kim Justice, Brad and Rick Gale (who were been on his birthday ) and Tara S. Johnson. John B. and Ruby and son John moved to Roosevelt the day after Christmas, 1950, where John went to work for the Roosevelt Standard, now the UinUh Basin Standard He has been active in sports. John has served the community as President of the Lions Club twice, UBIC President twice. President of the Chamber of Commerce, Justice of the Peace for 24 years, (The longest tenured Justice of the Peace in the State ofl'tahi and has served on the Roosevelt City Council. John worked for the First Security Bank and was an Insurance Agent until his retirement when hr and his wife Ruby were called on a Shawm Rogers. 19. of Koosevtl. is the daughter of Brad and Joyce Rogers. She graduated from Union High in 1997 and is attending LSI" Studying Elementary Education She has won numerous Rodeo Qu n titles around the Uintah Basin title. Learn About Your Rights The Ballard Community club will be haring a beginners Quilting Camp. Three mornings of learning and fun and a finished Wall Hanging Prowct. Tuesday - Thursday. June 9 a m. 12 p m . Ballard City Building Open to a!l 4 H members. Fee is $3 Limited to 15 furlirimuit To register call Suzanne Trevedel i 646-342- self-otret- n Queen, contestants named 15-24- uaiy, they started looking for a bigger place. Jenks found out about the rural development program twe months ago through the Ute Tribe Little children I.Lc to participate in paceanr for BABY PAGEANT These anJ cor.lidcnce youth. pageants can enhance a child's level at very early ages. 1999 Duchesne Co. Rodeo 8-- - 1998 MISS UBIC 1998 Miu UBIC Emily January (center) promotes Literacy Aw areness as her platform. She w ill finish out her 1998 reign and crown a new Miss UBIC on July 28. Hary self-wort- h en wanting to further their education, giving out thousands of dollars for scholarships each year. Scholarship pageants are not the only type of pageants in the Uintah Basin. Another very popular pageant cirruit in this area is the rodeo queen pageants. One of the many in the Basin is the Duchesne County Rodeo Queen pageant. This pageant is open to girls of practically any age, since there are three age and-lastly- By One of the other types of pug-canin the L'intah Basin m children's pageants, like the Lillie M ia Pageant held during UBIC. Children ages compete in sports wear and best dress modeling, and the talent and photogenic portions of the pageant are optional. They are asked a question on stage and are judged on their response. The girls are also judged on poise, showmanship, stage presence, response, appearance, and modeling ability. Tve watched these little girls just blossom before my eye. and are two attainable goals that I strive to teach through my pageants " said Little Miss Psgesnt Director Cheryl Bowen. The Duchesne County Area Chamber of Commerce baa 150 member a ho are both individual and huames owner in the Ofuv area Thev are Pi.-Vt'- -' governed by a board of 12 director and has three paid employees rk in office at the Cross road a Senior Center building In addition to the chamber member, re proven tstives of the county and rity h i been invited to attend the anr.i.' The chamber request meeting. that those who plan on attending the meeting RSVP. Family seminar on MS to be held June 12 The Utah Chapter of the Nalu-r- ; a Multiple Sclerosis Society wili ' hold iu annual MS Family-Semina- r SO 12 June 5 from m a to Saturday. 2 pm it the marriutt University park ll.Ul 4S 0 Waksra Way, research Park, Salt Lake C.ty). AJ Utahn w nh multiple sclerosis MS and their familv member a re invited |