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Show BENNETT TAKES HIS RURAL BUSINESS CONFERENCE ON THE ROAD IN OUR TOWN... Bryce Valley Area News Eighth annual conference aims to provide a boost to rural economies Senator Bob Bennett (R-Utah) will co-host the eighth annual Rural Business Conference in conjunction with the Utah Rural Development Council. This year, in an effort to reach more Utahns than ever before, the conference will be held at eight different rural communities throughout the state, rather than one location as done in past years. “The Rural Business Conference takes on new meaning this year, as we strive to do all we can to make sure Utahns not only survive during these challenging economic times, but thrive,” said Bennett. “It is my hope that by holding the conference in more locations than in the past, we will be able to provide our small businesses the tools and tips needed to improve their businesses, giving our rural economy a much needed boost.” This year, thanks to generous sponsors, the conferences will be free to anyone wishing to attend. Each of the eight conferences will feature regionalized information, as well as practical advice for the rural entrepreneur. Presentations will be offered on increasing sales, reaching new markets, economic development and how to be successful in rural Utah. Senator Bennett will also deliver presentations at each conference, offering Utah small business owners guidance on how to succeed in today’s economy. While there will be some variation in the conference agenda at each location, the events will generally run about five hours and will include a keynote speaker, several breakout sessions, and a presentation from Senator Bennett on the economy, health care and social security reform, and other issues currently facing our nation. A meal will also be provided at most locations. The Rural Business Conference is a great opportunity for conference goers to interact and network with representatives of other local businesses and, in some venues, view products on display at the conference’s business exposition. The Rural Business Conference lows: Blanding, San Juan County Moab, Grand County Heber Valley, Wasatch County Roosevelt, Duchesne County Brigham City, Box Elder County Page 3 The Garfield County Insider January 29, 2009 Schedule is as folFebruary 18, 2009 February 19, 2009 April 14, 2009 April 15, 2009 April 17, 2009 Delta, Millard County August 2009 Ephraim, Sanpete County August 2009 Richfield, Sevier County August 2009 Please visit www.ruralutah.com for additional information or call Senator Bennett’s office (801) 5245933. No matter how you felt/feel about former President George W. Bush, You’ll agree that he was very capable of some of the most incredible Verbal Goofs that have come to be called: Bushisms “I know the human being and fish can coexist peacefully...” “Rarely is the question asked, is our children learning?” “I want to thank the dozens welfare-to-work stories, the actual examples of people who made the firm and solemn commitment to work hard to embetter themselves...” “There’s an old saying in Tennessee...I know it’s in Texas, probably Tennessee...That says: Fool me once, shame on...shame on you... Fool me...You can’t get fooled again...” “Too many good docs are getting out of business. Too many OB/GYNs aren’t able to practice their love with women all across this country...” “Our most abundant energy source is coal. We have enough coal to last for 250 years, yet coal also prevents an environmental challenge...” “Throughout our history the words of the Declaration have inspired immigrants from around the world to set sail to our shores. These immagrants have helped transform 13 small colonies into a great nation of more than 300 hundred people...” “The people in Lousiana must know that all across our country there’s a lot of prayer... prayer for those whose lives have been turned upside down. And I’m one of them. It’s good to come down here...” (Following Hurricane Gustav in Baton Rouge.) “I can’t wait to join you in the joy of welcoming neighbors back into neighborhoods, and small businesses up and running, and cutting those ribbons that somebody is creating new jobs...” (Following Hurricane Katrina-Mississippi) “This thaw...took a while to thaw, it’s going to take a while to thaw...” (Oct 2008 discussing the economy/ frozen credit markets.) “The fact that they purchased the machine meant somebody had to make the machine. And when somebody makes a machine, it means there’s jobs at the Machine-making place...” by Vicki D. Syrett 679-8687 or vickidiane36@hotmail.com Mate and Ruth Baugh took a trip to American Fork this week to watch their grandson, Kyle, play a basketball game. Kyle is in the 7th grade and is the son of Dallen and Katherine Baugh. Dallen happens to also be his coach. The weekend before last, Ruth met Katherine in Richfield to watch Katherine’s daughter, Brianne a sophmore, perform at a drill team competition. While they were there they were able to visit with Tracy Feltner whose daughter is on the drill team at Cedar High School in Cedar City. Carl and Mary-Miller Boyd are happy to be back in Tropic after spending Christmas with family in Kentucky. Their daughter Emily Naylor came over from Australia with her husband, Adam, his mother, Margaret and the Naylor’s children, Soul and Riley. Katherine Carter, the Boyd’s daughter, and her family, and John, a son of the Boyd’s, and his daughters joined the Naylor’s for much of their stay with the Boyd’s. With Emily living in Australia, it was a rare treat to have them all together, and to be there for the christening of Riley at the Episcopal church where Carl and Mary-Miller were married. Jim and Louise England went to Las Vegas to visit with Darrell and Kayleen Shakespear and their children, Kaden and Kayla. Darrell was put into the Bishopric of the Manza View Ward as Second Counselor. Following that weekend they all met in Tropic to celebrate the Missionary Farewell of the England’s grandson, Kasey Shakespear. Grandmother Evelyn Heaton of Cannonville and Great-grandmother, Ora Brinkerhoff were there also. Of course so were Jim and Louise England. Others who came to spend the time with the family were Rob and Melinda Dotson with Boby, Sura, Roman, and Shelby their children from Enoch Utah, Brendon and Kendra George and daughter Aubra, Jed and Crystal Johnson, and Karrisa Shakespear and fiance’ Makai Porter, and John and Vicki Heaton. Also attending the farewell was Stan and Annna Johnson, their oldest daughter, Annika and husband Griff Jensen and baby Aurora, Steven, Darrel, and Andrew, Larry Heaton and his daughter, Jessica of St. George, and Donald and Krisie Heaton of Kanab. There were many aunts, uncles, cousins and friends in attendance that day. After everyone met to enjoy a luncheon and get caught up on families. (Louise if something is wrong please let me know.) Kevin, Kay, and Kasey Shakespear would like to extend their thanks to everyone for their love and support and friendship. It means so very much to the family. The Sister Missionaries, Sisters Silva & Kohler, spoke in the Henrieville Ward and did and Outstanding job. There will be a gathering of ladies in Henrieville to help Wynona Henderson tie off a quilt for her grandson who is getting married. Hopefully she will be feeling better so she can attend herself. Get well Wynona. Ryan Alvey gave his missionary farewell today in the Tropic Ward. He is going to the Vina Del Mar Chile’ mission. Many family members and friends were in attendance. Also the Grimshaws family talked today. The Grimshaws are the Single Young Adult leaders. It was an outstanding meeting. Release as Ward Camp Director was Laurie Eddy with a vote of thanks. John and Marie Niemann were released as Bear Cub Scout leaders and were also thanked. Kim Stewart has been called as the new Personal Progress Advisor for the Tropic Ward Young Women. Lucky and Sandra Cox have been called as Primary Teachers in the Tropic Ward. Amy Syrett was released as a Primary teacher. Wade Moore and brother Ryan were the speakers in the Cannonville Ward. It was neat to hear them speaking together. They are the sons of Frankie and Gayle Moore of Hen- rieville. The Young Women in the Cannonville Ward held their New Beginnings on Sunday. The theme was “Keepers of the Light”. RSV is in the air and little Mason Ahlstrom spent a couple of days in the hospital because of it. He is the son of Mike and Lesa Ahlstrom. We heard that Haven Syrett was also sick and Brett and Tracy Chynoweth’s little one was down with it. We wish all these little folks a quick recovery. Congratulations to the new Bryce Valley High School new Homecoming Royalty. The Queen is Deysha Twitchell, daughter of LaMonte and Rita Twitchell, first attendant is Jacqui Talbot, daughter of Gerald and Shauna Talbot, and second attendant is Malory Clarke, daughter of Wes and Ellen Clarke. The King is Bryant Foster, son of Neil and Susan Foster, first attendant is Cache Mortensen, son of Shawn and Crystal Mortensen, and second attendant is J. J. Dunham, grandson of Anna Dunham. All contestants did an outstanding job in their competition and should be commended on their performances. The Bryce Valley P.T. A. is to be patted on the back and strongly thanked for a job well done during the High School Homecoming week activities. The boys had a game with Piute and the girls played Panguitch and won. During the week there was the presentation for the Wall of Fame. They chose Georgene Thompson Reese as the honoree this year. She is the daughter of the late George and Ada Thompson. The P.T.A. held a tailgating partin, many PEP assemblies, a big bonfire, and one special assembly saw many different “eras” represented. It was designated as “Family Night” and families were encouraged to attend. The ladies of the P.T.A. worked very hard and did an amazing job of making Homecoming week very special for the Bryce Valley High School students and families. It was a very fun week. Introduced during this week was the fundraiser for a Bronze Statue of a Mustang for the High School. They have been offered the statue at a very reasonable price and it is comparable to works at a far higher price. They are asking for donations from the people of the Bryce Valley area to help fund the statue. It is a 9 foot bronze statue of the BVHS Mascot, a rearing mustang. Their goal, indeed their dream, is to place the mascot in the high school commons area, just inside the front entrance of Bryce Valley Hight School. It will be unmistakable to every person passing through those doors that this is MUSTANG COUNTRY! It will help to be a reflection of the school spirit and pride for today and generations to come. Your help in reaching this goal would be very greatly appreciated. If you have any questions about this project you can call Marie Pollock, Shawnee Syrett, or Sharon Syrett and they can fill you in on any other information. See I told you I would have more news this week. Please call or email your news for the newspaper. Have a great week. VS Twenty five years ago this January, Arthur and Vicki Syrett were sealed for Time and Eternity in the St. George Temple. It has been a wonderful twenty five years full of love, caring, sharing, and friendship. We are so grateful to all the people, who twenty five years ago, helped us to make this a wonderful step along the way of our life. We enjoy each other and our family and friends. The Lord blessed us by helping us to find each other and you helped by making it a very memorable day for us. You mean the world to us and we love each and every one of you. While twenty five years may not sound like a lot to some, to us it has been the most wonderful twenty five years we could ever dream of. Since we may not make it to fifty years due to that thing called aging, we want to say thank you dear family and friends. Thank You!! Panguitch City Pool 398 E. 100 S. Panguitch, UT Pool Phone: 435-676-1325 Mgr: Sandi Smith (690-1197) Pool Hours Always Check the Current Calendar for updates and school activities. The pool is normally closed when there is a school activity in the Gymnasium. Open Swim: Monday 6-8 pm Wednesday 6-8 pm Thursday 6-8 pm Saturday 2-5 pm Lap Swim: Mornings Monday 6-7 am Wednesday 6-7 am Friday 6-7 am Saturday 8-9 am Lap Swim: Evenings Tuesday 6:30-9 pm Thursday 8-9 pm Prices Open Swim: $1.50 Lap Swim: $1.50 Monthly Family Pass: $20 Monthly Individual Pass: $15 Yearly Family Pass: $135 Yearly Individual Pass: $80 Swim Team: $10/month Private Parties! 1-1/2 hour pool rental $25. Call Sandi for scheduling and questions: 690-1197 Salmonella Outbreak: Avoid Peanut Butter Products Washington, Iron, Kane, Beaver, and Garfield Counties, UT - The Southwest Utah Public Health Department (SWUPHD) wants to remind the public to avoid products made with peanut butter until further notice due to a national outbreak of salmonella. The Center for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) has determined that peanut butter products are the likely cause of this outbreak, although peanut butter sold in grocery stores appears to be safe. Items to avoid include peanut butter crackers made by Austin and Keebler brands and King Nut peanut butter (which is sold to institutions and manufacturers, not consumers). Also avoid eating peanut butter containing products such as cookies, crackers, candy, cake, and ice cream until more investigation is completed. “The first signs of salmonella include nausea, vomiting, and diarrhea, which can last for three to seven days. Abdominal cramping and fever can also occur”, says Lisa Starr, SWUPHD communicable disease nurse. “Antibiotics are not used to treat this illness, so it usually has to run its course. If you think you have become ill from eating any of these products, please visit your doctor to get tested for salmonella.” Salmonella is a bacterial disease transmitted through fecal matter. Humans usually get it from eating contaminated foods of animal origin such as eggs, milk, and meat, although any food can become contaminated. Salmonella can be avoided by not eating raw or undercooked eggs and meat, unpasteurized dairy products, and by washing produce thoroughly. Hand washing is also effective. People with diarrhea should not handle food or drink for others. For more information on salmonella, visit www.cdc.gov. For a complete listing of foods recalled during the current outbreak, visit www.fda.gov. |