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Show PANGUITCH • PANGUITCH LAKE • HATCH • BRYCE • TROPIC • ANTIMONY • HENRIEVILLE • CANNONVILLE • ESCALANTE • BOULDER Thursday, July 1, 2010 • Issue # 275 SKATEBOARD PARK A REALITY Several years ago there was a group of young mothers who got together to discuss and plan for a skateboard park in Panguitch. Their intent was that this park would be for the young people in our County and visitors, alike. Well, it is NOW A REALITY! Ground has been broken on the skateboard park which will be located in the vicinity of the Triple C arena and the City Park. Plans are to have it completed by the first part of July. Thanks to Daphne Green and Celeste Scott for being the impetuses to get the committee formed and the fundraising started. The project went into a temporary hiatus but Celeste Scott began in earnest again in 2008 to get the rest of the monies raised and the plans approved by the Garfield County Commissioners and Panguitch City Council. The City Council met the funds Celeste was able to raise through dances and other fundraisers. "This skateboard park would not be a reality if it weren't for the generosity of the City and County" said Celeste. Further, she states "We had so many of the businesses and individuals in Panguitch and the surrounding areas who helped through donations of money and gifts. They were a crucial part of helping me achieve this goal and I want to thank each and everyone of them." She also wants to thank the founding committee of Former Mayor Art Cooper, Daphne Green, Mack Oetting, Vince Salvato ,Tom Barlow and the high school students who volunteered to help with the design of the park and fundraising. This was a community effort and would not have happened without generous donations from: City of Panguitch Tina Bean Garfield County Commissioners Owens Brothers Big 4 Mayor Janet Oldham & Flying M Restaurant Bronco Bobbi's Al Whalen/Jeanne Russo Ken and Ren Construction Panguitch Main Street Committee Cowboy Collectibles Foys County Corner Silver Eagle/Subway Thomas Automotive Grandma's Cottage Joe's Main Street Market The Shed Leland's Chevron Volunteers from the schools Panguitch Drug and members of the community. The overall construction on this project will start on June 28th and the projected ribbon cutting will be around the 4th of July. "Please accept my apologies if I have forgotten to name you as a donor of monies or time. Your efforts were definitely instrumental in getting this skateboard board to become a reality from a dream of a few mothers and high school students in this town. This would not be happening if it were not for each and everyone of you and I owe you a big thanks. I hope to see you at the ribbon cutting or during the construction. Thanks again." Celeste Scott. THURSDAY MOSTLY SUNNY HIGH: 83 LOW: 49 BOATING AND VEHICLE ACCIDENTS REPORTED AS SUMMER VISITATION INCREASES Summer has now officially arrived and National Park Service (NPS) staff at Glen Canyon National Recreation Area have had a busy week responding to several medical emergencies and accidents. A serious boating accident occurred near Sand King Beach across from the Stateline boat ramp during the afternoon of June 24. A 30-year-old male from the local area fell from a boat and was struck by the propeller. He sustained major injuries to his lower body and was flown by Classic Lifeguard to the Intensive Care Unit at the Flagstaff Medical Center, where he remains in critical condition. NPS and Utah State Park rangers responded to the accident scene and are conducting the investigation. Alcohol appears to have been a contributing factor in this incident. A male visitor was killed in a single vehicle roll-over accident on Warm Creek Road in Glen Canyon National Recreation Area. National Park Service rangers and Kane County Sheriff's Office deputies responded to the accident scene during the morning of June 23. The initial investigation indicates that the vehicle was likely travelling at an excessive rate of speed and alcohol appears to have been a factor in the accident. On a much more positive note, NPS rangers also saved the life of a 44-year-old man who suffered from major heart complications at Lone Rock Beach on June 22. Rangers successfully used an Automated External Defibrillator or AED, to restore the patient's heartbeat. The victim was transported to the Flagstaff Medical Center Intensive Care Unit for further treatment. As visitation picks up, Superintendent Stan Austin reminds visitors, "So many of these unfortunate incidents could be avoided if visitors simply just stopped to take a few extra moments to think about safety and the consequences of their actions. Even a small amount ofpreparation and common sense can go a long way towards increasing your enjoyment and ensuring a safe visit." PRIMARY ELECTION RESULTS 2010 REP US SENATE REP Total 11 11 100.0 % 1259/2000 63.0 % Number of Precincts Precincts Reporting Times Counted Total Votes 1216 TIM BRIDGEWATER MIKE LEE DEM US HOUSE 2ND DIST 576 47.37% 640 52.63% DEM Total 11 11 100.0 % 134/160 83.8 % 129 86 66.67% 43 33.33% Number of Precincts Precincts Reporting Times Counted Total Votes JIM MATHESON CLAUDIA WRIGHT REP REP ASSESSOR Total 11 11 100.0 % 1259/2000 63.0 % 1245 392 31.49% 853 68.51% Number of Precincts Precincts Reporting Times Counted Total Votes KADE FULLMER JOE THOMPSON REP COMMISSIONER A REP Total 11 11 100.0 % 1259/2000 63.0 % Number of Precincts Precincts Reporting Times Counted 1242 Total Votes 921 321 LELAND F. POLLOCK WALLACE RALPH VEAT. 74.15% 25.85% SCHOOL BOARD 5 Total 4 4 100.0 % 266/480 55.4 % 256 55 21.48% 53 20.70% 27 10.55% 121 47.27% Number of Precincts Precincts Reporting Times Counted Total Votes GLADYS H. LEFEVRE BOBB1 BRYANT LINDA CRAWFORD CHERYL COX 2010 JULY FOURTH CAMPGROUND UPDATE Campgrounds on the five Utah national forests are expected to be busy over the 4th of July. You can make reservations for a USDA Forest Service campground by calling toll free 1-877-444-6777. Most campgrounds have first-come-first serve area available, but they fill up quickly on holidays. Recreation users who plan to take their All Terrain-Vehicles (ATV's) should contact local Ranger District offices for current information on open roads and trails. Riders should be properly trained and remember to protect the fragile surroundings. Always keep your ATV on designated roads and trails. If you are planning to use livestock (horses, mules etc.) on National Forest System lands, remember that you are permitted to use only certified weed free straw, hay or pellets. Each bale and container must be tagged or marked as Weed Free, or the individual must have original and current evidence of Weed Free certification present. In addition, all markings must meet State and/or County standards for certification as Weed Free. Higher elevation trails and roads are still wet, muddy and snow covered above 9,500 feet. For current road, trail and campground conditions please call the USDA Forest Service Office that manages the area you are planning to visit. Please keep campfires in the designated fire pits and make sure they are out cold before leaving them unattended. ABSOLUTELY NO FIREWORKS ON PUBLIC LANDS. When hiking, always carry extra water, food; take along a coat and matches in case the weather turns bad. Always let someone know where you are hiking and approximately when you will return and never hike alone. Have a great holiday on your National Forest and please be safe. THANK YOU GARFIELD COUNTY 1" • FOR YOUR SUPPORT FRIDAY SUNNY HIGH: 84 LOW: 45 SATURDAY 11 SUNNY HIGH: 84 LOW: 44 Beef Briquet Butch even Potatoes. Corn on the Cob SUNDAY SUNNY Saturday, July 3rd @ 5pm HIGH: 83 LOW: 47 MONDAY MOSTLY SUNNY 10 North Hwy 22 Antimony. Utah 435-624-3253 HIGH: 82 LOW: 50 TUESDAY PARTLY CLOUDY L MOSTLY SUNNY Member of: fir Utah Press, TOWN FIREWORKS AT DARK OVER OTTER CREEK HIGH: 79 LOW: 48 WEDNESDAY It is better to be hated for what you are than to be loved for what you are not. Andre Gide HIGH: 79 LOW: 49 * **** I FPA. Aficp VW l 11J• " INS INDEPENDENT FREE PAPERS OF AMERICA ''' Ma 11r.. NM •Ag hr. THE GARFIELD COUNTY INSIDER is owned and operated by Snapshot Multimedia and is distributed weekly to all of Garfield County. Its purpose is to inform residents about local issues and events. Articles submitted from independent writers are not necessarily the opinion of Snapshot Multimedia. 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