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Show A t d the (Sc nfi Page A3 The Summit County Bee December 29, 2000 Wrap Up Of 2000 July - December lured the region title in Fiiothall-th- c first in several years. The team secured a personal goal by teaching this point. Board. In presenting the award to Continued from page At Marchant. Wendell Stembridge stated she represents the outstand- August 2000 ing character and abilities of farmers across America." Mention Water And They Will Come. Water concerns have brought out a large attendance at meetings being held in various Mist Summit County. Jody The search for a lost l;arr West toddler ended in tragedy after the boy's body was found after several days of searching. The official search was called off by the count) Search and Rescue due to weather conditions. However, the boy's family made a plea to the public for any volunteers to respond. The hoy's body was located the following day by West Valley resident. James Wilkes, who located the hoy's body alter becoming lost and spending the night in the mountains. He noticed his dog digging and found the boy. Paul Waymcnt, the father ol counseling, and completing 2pQ f(une and effort to achieve this hours of community sefVuftr 4ward. Two young girls, Ashley prancjs Frontier Days were Jorgensen age eight, and Mercedes held during Labor d was a Day-an- Summer age five, lost their lives in an accident near the UtahWyoming border on the Mirror Lake Hwy. The girls were riding in the back of a truck camper with their when the truck, their driven by being overand drifted grandfatherfather turned. success by all standards, especially to family members who continue to return home to enjoy the festivities. The victim of a plane crash in the Uintahs in April returned to Summit County to relate his experiences to the Search and Rescue team. Darryl D. Lamoreaux, age 34, nearly lost his life in the acci- attributing his "will to live' and divine intervention" for his survival. The pilot died in the wreckage. A rare ice storm hit the area on Friday and early Saturday morning, Sept. 22 and 23. During the evening, trees cracked, power outages were reported, and clean up of Fires, fires and more fires dominated the mountain ranges throughout the County. were called in from out of state to assist on the Franklin area fire near Henefer. Westgate Resorts, the largest privately held timeshare company in the world, broke ground for a five star luxury resort at the core of The Canyons Village in Park City. Park City Docs" and UUHN Fire-fighte- rs the debris took several weeks. (University of Utah Health Network), reached a decision-endinan eighth month dispute. Fjed Esplin spoke on behalf of iftJHN, saying the Park City doctors would be continuing their practice at their current location with UUHN continuing to offer full service primary and specialty care at its Summit Health Center on Sun Peak drive. UUHN offered their apologies to the doctors for past misunderstandings. with both sides agreeing to move forward. Dr. Winn thanked the community for their support Summit County Fair was held using the theme: Tlie Smiles Start g i Here and they certainly did. Featured entertainment this year was by County Music performer, Daryle Singletary, .who wowed the crowd, even though it was not well attended. The Derby was the big draw as always. And the PRCA rodeo held on two nights was enjoyed very much thanks to tvyo great entertainment acts: "The One Armed Bandit and Keith Eisley-rode- o comedian extraordinary-- " who kept the rodeo action moving and people laughing. Food booths, crafts, art work, animals, parade, lovely young ladies all combined to bring lots of smiles" this year. A Summit County Celebration Day was held at the Trailside Park near the Silvercreek Junction. Robbie Beck. County Olympic Planner, in conjunction with the SLOC (Salt Lake Olympic Committee) combined efforts to bring a taste of the Olympics Home." Youngsters had an oppordiftunity to try out their wings at ferent Olympic events simulator sta- tions. while entertainment from several groups took center stage. Food booths assured there was something for everything. A fun hike" took place in which all participants received an Olympic Pin. September 2000 Many residents in the Henefer area lost large trees that had dominated their yards for years. BYU'.'fin.', Roy Judd of iloytsvitle,' was honored during a for his years of supgame half-tim- e His prize included a host of port. BYU items (blanket.' sweatshirt, hat, mug) and gif! certificates. South Summit High School held their homecoming activities following the theme Take a Walk The on The Wild Side". were: King. Homecoming Royalty e Brody Lewis and Edmunds. Attendants were 1st: Queen-Aime- Robbie Smoot and Kaisi Edwards and 2nd: Parley Preece and Brooke Wilde. Homecoming activities for North Summit centered on the chosen theme: Spirit Of The Brave". Homecpming Royalty were: King and Queen: Jordan Richins Laura Smith, 1st Attendants: Casper and Tiffany Banks Attendants: Robert Gempler Jed 2nd and October 2000 Dodge-Chrysler-Je- with production levels expected to far exceed past records. Formerly featuring open ponds, there is now covered protection to the fish, being built in an effort to keep out birds and disease. If you fish anywhere in Utah, chances are you will catch one that had its beginnings in Kamas. Donna Pace Marchant was named as the "Fanner of the Year" during an awards dinner held by the Kamas Valley Soil Conservation 3. COPY - ( Conscntiim. The couple performed a dunce routine which brought a lot of cheers the audience. Mjny teachers from throughIn-.i- n Although North Summit chose not to, the teachers did show their support by wearing ribbons. South Summit teachers chose to offer their support by honoring their contractual hours tif service with no extra lime spent in the school before or after their required time frame-unt- il after the holiday season. The county landfill, located in Henefer, was broken into. Vandals took several tools located in the maintenance shed. Public Works Director LaMar Richins. end the employees said they could not figure out why anyone would want to rob the landfill. A huge exhibit of creches" (nativity scenes) filled the stake center at Midway using mediums such as dung. wood, cakes, ceramic, stone, pewter, paints, and puzzles. Those attending were astounded at the hours of work represented and time spent making the beautiful, intricate displays. A live" nativity scene was presented each night. Martha Stewart chose Kamas resident. Gary Russell, manager of Poison Creek Antique and Art Britni Woodard and Jon Jorgensen brought home a bronze award and plaque. North Summit's Livestock Gallery, to take a special part on her of Santa. special-tha- t Russell is in the habit of singing and playing his guitar and entertaining visitors as the visit his business site, which first attracted Stewart's attention. Now, Kamas is famous for. their resident SANTA. Corey Blonquist. and Jenna Keyes also brought home a bronze award missing the silver by three places. Shauna KeiT was declared the winner of the County Commission g a long time gentlemans agreement," in which a representative was on the board from Kamas Food Town and the opening of the new Uinta Auto Parts Store. The Food Town doubled their size from 13.000 to 23,000 square feet, and celebrated their opening with a wide variety of prizes. The owners of the parts store are happy with their new facilities after moving and program traveled to Louisville. Kentucky to attend the National FFA Convention. The South Summit Horse Judging team of Matt Crittenden. Carrie Bone. of Cooper team judging Willoughby. Dusty Ercanhrack. race-endin- all three distinct regions of'the county. She is also the first woman to hold a position on the board. David Ure of Kamas von his bid for his house seat in District 53. A Veteran's Day Tribute was . Christmas Kamas residents are also thrilled with the addition onto as -- -- going from 2200 square feet to 4800 square feet. Both businesses ' are looking forward to continuing their service to their customers. The Christmas issue of The Bee and the yearly lab" was ed. bringing stories, recipes and memories from tiny folks to the unveiled to show the names of those who were left olf from plaques currently hanging in the Governor George Bush will take over the reins of the President of the United States after he takes office in January. His opponent. Vice President Al Gore, gave his respect to the servicemen from our County. At the lime, a plaque was court house. Although they played hard and tough, the South Summit Wildcats missed grasping the 2A State Football Title, for the third time in a row. They traveled to Mountain View High School to play the San Juan Broncos who took the title with a 20-1- 4 win. December 2000 Summit County Farm Bureau Talent Winners, HollyAnn Ovard and Sam Fisher won the state competition held at the Mareintt Hotel Calendar of Events print- held at the Summit County Courthouse to pay honor and older generation. concession speech 36 days after the election process due to several problems with voting ballots in WIC is a supplemental food program for women, infants and children up to five years. Call (435) on Sunday Calvary Baptist Church meets to worship 1 1 a.m. The church also meets for prayer and Bible mornings al services arc held in the Study on Tuesday evenings at 7:30. Both Main Street. Please in tin Coalville Courthouse Summit County if you have any questions. 3 call 649-907- 336-145- Florida. The County Commissioners approved the budget for the 2001 year. The expenditures and rev- enue balanced out at $20,827,384.00. The Summit County Bee was pleased to have published 84 weddings, 47 births, 67 obituaries and 29 missionary farewells during 2000. Candidates, Randy Ovard. Shauna Kerr and Merrill Duncan hegin all out efforts to secure the position. Debates, door to door campaigning, and newspaper listings fill their lives at this time. An accident in Weber Canyon, near Oakley, claimed the life of a Sandy resident. Cameron Clark, into a tree. after he ran head-oEmergency personnel responded to the scene and the victim was air transported to the University of Utah hospital where he passed away from his injuries a short time later. He left behind a wife and 2 month old child. A shortage of the Flu Vaccine this year caused officials to issue the injection to first priority patients only, until supplies came in. Listed on their priority lists were: elderly, diabetics, those employed in nursing care, and those with chronic illnesses such as kidney, lung and liver disease. South Summit Wildcats cap- - midh,- - - .. Priced from the $120s, It-- not Deer Valley, but it's close. it Commission County I .4 1 ep Dealership opened its doors for business. Located in the Snyderville Basin, the owners feature state they went for a unique" design made to fit into the landscaped along with friendly service. Reservoirs holding less water this year added concerns to residents who are already wondering about the future of water in Summit County. The key words are pray for snow this year to replenish the systems. n Die Fish Hatchery in Kamas is once again open for business as usual, only this time, state of the art technology has been introduced during the Utah Farm Bureau and Kristin Williams. The John Mecham Gage Wayment. had taken his son hunting up Chalk Creek on privaie-l- y owned ground and left him asleep in the truck for a short lime while he scouted for deer. Upon his return to the vehicle he found his son was missing. After asking for help from other hunters in the area, ended the massive search hegan-hu- t in tragedy. Students of both the North and South Summit Chapters of the FFA have a deep love for Rural l'tjh, and our county. At the prewhere he has spent a great deal of sent time. Summit Coumy has one tunc over the ears. of the lowest lax paying rates in the Commission Chairman. Pat State w ith only two or three counties Cone, said one of his first vivid lower. I want to help keep our area memories of Sheldon goes back to the beautiful place it is-long as 1 his first term of office when he breathe I will keep Fighting for it. attended State legislative meetings Being 1JACT (Utah Association which he described as being like of Counties and Towns) President. Gilligan following the Skipper I have had an opportunity to visit around" he knew everyone and the other 28 Counties in the Slate what ever) thing was about. and found that everyone is experiHe has handled a lot of issues encing many of the same problems uuring his time of service. Things we are." that happened years ago such as Richins said that he realizes peocows going through a fence onto ple have not always been happy someone's road have been traJed with some of the decisions made. for making decisions about homes You will make some people with heated drivewas." happy, and some not with each Sheldon thanked th se present decision you are a part of." for attending the party and for the We live in a truly unique counwork they do for the county. and state and I have been proud ty There are a lot of tremendous to serve the residents and want to people who work here. I don't thank everyone in the county for know the difference between the great support I have received Republicans and Democrats, but over the years. have been fortunate to know the Commissioner Eric Schifferli employees as those who are workcalled Sheldon a man of integrity" ing for the residents of Summit who has the ability to reason county. Deep down, I know that things out and someone who can residents appreciate the work the relate to people from all walks of life. I don't believe we (the comCounty employees do for them." As Pat said, there have been mission board) will be able to fully lots of changes in the issues conreplace him. but I hope we will fronting the county. We have gone retain his approach of fairness." from cattle and fencing issues to Commissioner Cone stated he multi-millidollar projects, with could see that Sheldon has his "runThe Canyons arid the Pivitol ning shoes on" but hoped he leaves Development projects being the his "unwritten book of common largest. Every project has effected sense in his drawer while he is the residents in one way or another." cleaning up the office. One of the most positive Executive Assistant, Anita aspects I have been a part of is the lxwis. thanked Sheldon for being creation of two planning commisthe type of person he is. She spoke sions within the county. The of his being her 5th grade History Snyderville Basin and the Eastern teacher, then her Principal and Summit County staffs both face finally her boss". "I respect him as different situations so this was a a person and as a friend. good thing. Millions of dollars are Sheldon and his wife. Nancy, generated from the west side of the were presented with an oil painting county bringing in needed dollars. created by Camille (Vernon) The east side offers the rural aspect Ducharme. The painting depicts while providing many employees to several important places and events the west side. I am convinced.we in their lives such as their home, all need one another." the court house, and their ranch. Continued fnm page out the slate went on strike. November 2000 Rydakh. was crowned on July 29. Her attendants were: Calce Staples and Jenalyn Vernon. TCe court spent many hours attending Summit places throughout the county. One County Fair events. of the largest was held at the Jim Brooks, of Henefer was Oakley Building where residents named as the North Summit elestrongly voiced their opinions. mentary principal. Brooks began the Mountain Members of his teaching career in the Weber the County Water Board, Regional County School District and also Commission board, and Weber taught at Morgan before coming to River Water Users were present to North Summit. He and his wife, help answer questions. Barbara, have six children and six Megan DeGering and Penny grandchildren. Knight of Kamas, were chosen to The female driver of a semi rig be members of the William Penn accident in which an Indiana man University Soccer Team. The was killed near Echo in June 1999, school is a Division HI school in the was sentenced to 12 months in the Iowa Conference. county jail. The driver was then The Summit County Fair booth placed on court probation for a peritook top honors at the State Fair. od of 36 months with a number of The booth depicted the wide variety attached conditions, which included of diversity located within the coun- writing a letter of apology to the vty boundaries. 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