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Show Opinion PAGE A2 Just a Thought Summit County News JUNE 6, 2008 Regional News Notes BY CHERYL OVARD A Good Idea - From The American Red Cross! Learn to swim and swim well. One of the best things anyone can do to stay safe in and around the water is learn to swim. No one, including adults should ever swim alone. Adults should practice “reach supervision” which means to be within arm’s length of a child in case an emergency occurs. Outfit everyone with the proper gear. Kids – and even adults – who are not strong swimmers or who appear to rely on inflatable toys for safety should use U.S. Coast Guard approved personal flotation devices (PFDs) whenever they are in or around the water. Everyone, including strong swimmers, should use an approved PFD when boating. When used properly, this lightweight plastic equipment can help save lives. Always keep basic lifesaving equipment by the residential pool and know how to use it. A first aid kit, cordless phone, phone list with emergency contact information, reaching pole and ring buoy with a line attached are recommended. First aid kits should contain plastic face shields, which can help prevent disease transmission. Plastic ring buoys are a good idea; because of their maneuverability even a child can use one if the need arises. In addition, the Red Cross recommends that pools be surrounded on all sides by a fence that is at least four feet high. It should not provide any footholds, which would allow a child to climb over or spacing to climb through. The fence should have a self-closing, self-locking gate locks when the pool is not in use. Swim in supervised areas only. Obey “No Diving” signs. Watch out for the “dangerous too’s.” Take a break at the point of being too tired, too cold, or too far from safety, too much sun, too little hydration, too much strenuous activity. Don’t mix alcohol and swimming. Alcohol impairs your judgment, balance, and coordination, affects your swimming and diving skills and reduces your body’s ability to stay warm. Pack a “safety” bag for a day at the beach or lake. Water-proof sunscreen with an SPF 15 or higher, water shoes to keep feet safe from the heat and sharp objects on land and plenty of water are musts. All containers should be plastic to prevent injuries from breaking glass. Also, a hat and sunglasses keep eyes safe from dangerous UV rays. Pay attention to local weather conditions and forecasts. Stop swimming at the first indication of bad weather. Learn Red Cross first aid and CPR. While the above tips can help prevent emergencies, it is important to know what to do if a situation arises. And all caregivers, including grandparents, older siblings and babysitters should have these lifesaving skills. Susan Thomas, Communications and Marketing Director American Red Cross Henefer Family Fun Day Come join the fun in Henefer June 14 - John’s Park - concessions all day - dutch oven cook-off (entry forms due June 7 to Ryan Mosher, 336-5132; Rich Charlesworth, 336-2484. Henefer Little Buckaroo Queen Contest (Horsemanship) at 1:30; 3:00 Family Activities; 5:30 Dutch Oven CookOff; 6:15 Little Buckaroo Queen announced. Contact Misty Judd for more information of the many many activities: (435) 336-2786. Don’t Miss Henefer’s own Dance Marathon at The Henefer City Park! All you have to do is stay standing or dancing from 7:30 to 10:30 to be entered in the drawing for a 20” flat screen TV. So, hey, let’s Boogie For Bucks, Dance For Dollars, or Choo Choo For ChchChange! No matter how you say it, it buys baby Justess a heart! When? Saturday, June 7. Time?7:3010:30 How much? The cost is $5 per person - or $15 if you make it a family affair! Why? Because you want to…Stand or Dance for something! Justess needs us! Youth Night at the Library! The youth of Summit County are welcome to come and have a night out every Friday evening from 6-8 p.m. Teens will be able to play computer games, including the Wii. Crafts will also be available. The Summit County Library at Kimball’s Junction will be the place to go on Friday and hang out with your friends! Film Camp Bring your imagination to life while learning filmmaking at Arts-Kids’ Film Camp! Kids will spend a week writing, acting, filming, editing and more while making their own short film…camp is for youth 11-16 and is held June 9-13, 1 p.m.-5 p.m., at Park City Mountain Resort, Kids Mountain School. Scholarships are available. For registration and information on cost, call Arts Kids at (435) 615-7878 or visit www.arts-kids.org. Spots are filling quickly! Wildcat Fans! On June 9, the South Summit Gremlin team has been chosen to scrimmage at half time at the Utah Blaze game, this is the last home game of the season and ESPN will be there!! We would love to have all the support at the game as we can. If you are interested in tickets please call Ryan at (801) 257-3417. Hope to see all the Wildcat Supporters there! S.S. Little Football Anyone who is planning on attending the U. of U. Ute Football Camp on Tuesday, the 10th, and Wednesday, the 11th, the equipment trailer will be at the Oakley Rec facility from 7-8:30 p.m. for you to get your equipment. Any questions, please call Tennille Fry at (435) 783-5543. North Summit HIgh School Greenhouse Hours The North Summit High School Greenhouse is winding down its first season. There are still some tomato and petunias left for sale. The greenhouse will be open Friday afternoon June 6, from noon to 5 p.m., and Saturday morning, June 7, from 8 a.m.-noon. The big end of season sale will be held on Saturday June 14. Our Whole Lives This is a comprehensive sexual education class. We are offering it in the Kamas Valley for youth in grades 10 through 12 on June 22, 29 and 30. The class is age and developmentally appropriate, medically accurate, and addresses the totality of sexuality based firmly on the values of self worth, sexual health, responsibility, justice and inclusivity. The curriculum is written and endorsed by United Church of Christ. We will have a parent orientation on June 17, at which time the parents can sign their youth up for this important class. There is no charge. We have more information available at email address of ourwholelives@mac.com North Summit FFA Summer Ag Recycling Tip For The Week… Bicycle Tires, Inner Tubes and Car Tires Recycle Utah is now accepting bicycle tires and inner tubes. In the landfill, inner tubes and tires don’t bio-degrade and they are a nuisance. Separated are converted into ground rubber and recycled into products 16.5 million are retreaded; 12 million (4.3%) are converted into ground rubber and used in rubber-modified asphalt; 9 million (3.1%) are exported* 6.5 million (2.0 %) are recycled into cut/stamped/punched products; 3 million (1.7%) are used in agricultural and miscel- laneous uses. The EPA says about 27 million scrap tires (9.3%) end up “buried” in landfills or illegally dumped. For responsible disposal, take car tires to the Summit County Landfill, Burt Brothers and Kamas Auto Service, and take bicycle tires and tubes to Recycle Utah. For more information, call Recycle Utah at 649-9698 or the Summit County Department of Public Works at 336-3970. Recycle your old bicycle tires and tubes from their bike rims and take them to Recycle Utah at 1951 Woodbine Way in Park City. According to the EPA, car tires are especially nuisance because they provide breeding grounds for mosquitoes and rodents. They don’t stay buried but rise to the surface because they trap air. The EPA states that markets now exist for 80.4% of scrap tires, up from 17% in 1990; 130 million (44.7%) are used as fuel; 56 million (19.4%) are recycled or used in civil engineering projects, and 18 million (7.8%). Deadline is Tuesday for all articles. The Summit County News Has New Fax Number (435) 336-5502. The Summit CountyNews Staff PUBLISHERS General Manager Managing Editor Editor Columnist News Office Business Manager Pagination/Layout Heber Office Circulation Advertising Manager Advertising Sales Graphic Design Classified Advertising Production & Press Dick & Sue Buys Paul McFee Laurie Wynn Cheryl Ovard Jan Patterson Sharon Pace Joe Wynn June Muir Terry Rider Karen Davis June Muir Kari McFee Tyler Rowser Robby Wright Tricia Carlson Jackie Jones Elizabeth Hendricksen Annette Motley Jay Provost Dan Carlile Randi Carlile Jennie Ferreria Stuffing Crew Printer’s Devils Shop Cats Donna Harrison Daren North Ken Hastings Justin Lucking Karen North Britta Nystul Michael Carr Nathaniel Dunbeck Tracy Arthur Matthew Carr Austin Grams Ryann Wynn Shannon McFee Connor McFee Pica and Offset The Summit County News (UPSP 525-640) is published weekly for $18 per year in Summit County, Senior Citizen Discount, $15 in county; $27 out-ofcounty by Wave Publishing Inc., 17 S. Main St., Coalville, UT 84017. Periodicals Postage Paid at Coalville, UT 84017. POSTMASTER: Send address changes to The Summit County News, 17 S. Main St., P.O. Box 7, Coalville, UT 84017. Fax: (435) 336-5502 The entire contents of this newspaper is Copyright© 2008 Summit County News and/or Wave Publishing, Inc. All rights reserved. No part of this publication may be reproduced in any form without the written consent of the Managing Editor or Publisher. All students who will be enrolled in North Summit High School for the 2008-09 School year are invited to participate in the Summer Agriculture Program. The first field trip for the summer will be held on June 17 leaving at 8 a.m. We will be touring Wildlife related sites. All students need to call and enroll with Mrs. Silcox at (435) 731-0601. Bring money for lunch. Our Summer Ag Tour will be held on June 24 and 25. For further questions or explanations please call (435) 336-5656 ext. 8104. UVUphoria and Alumni Reunion Celebrate your new university! UVSC will be the new UVU! UVUphoria and Alumni Reunion Monday, June 23, at UVU Wasatch Campus, 4 p.m.-6 p.m. - Dance and Cheer Clinic sponsored by the UVU Cheer and Dance Team (ages 5-18) sign up by calling 801-863-6607; 6-7:30 pm Family Fun Fest, (FREE); Dinner 7:30-8:30 Local Entertainment; 8:30-10 Magician; 10-10:30 Fireworks 10:30-midnight Comedy Sports. Boot Camp Oakley Expert instructors and engaging whoe-body workouts tailored to fit your fitness level will spend time with those interested in losing weight and still having fun! These workouts are all outdoors. The next session starts June 16, call (435) 640-8695 for more information (Rebecca Roberts). Kamas Bible Church Vacation Bible School Aloha! Kamas Bible Church located at 280 North 100 West, Kamas, will sponsor Bible lessons, singing, crafts, games and snacks for kids ages K-6th grade. They twill learn about God, have fun, and make new friends with other kids! Call (435) 783-2226 and ask for Kirk. "Mad Science" at The Coalville Library Join the Coalville Branch Library at a unique, hands-on science experience for children that is entertaining as well as educational. The Summit County Library System is having "Mad Science" help kick off their summer reading program, "Catch the Reading Bug", on Saturday, June 7, at the North Summit Elementary. The program starts at 1:30 p.m. and is recommended for ages 5 and up. Hope you can join us for the program that all the kids are buzzing about. "Bee" sure to pick up your tracking booklets at the library, and get that reading bug! For questions about this summers activities, contact the Coalville Branch at 336-3070. Henefer Little Buckaroo Queen Contest Henefer Little Buckaroo Queen Contest will be held on June 14 at 9:30, Ages is 9-15 years old. Contact Misty Judd 435-640-2786 LETTERS TO THE EDITOR Editor: A few days ago I went up to the Coalville cemetery to remove the flowers from our son’s grave. I was surprised to see an additional “decoration” there. It was a skateboard with Peter’s name on it that had been turned into a flower arrangement and secured to the grave site. It was a touching remem- brance to him. I assumed that my sister-in-law, Melanie, had placed it there. When I thanked her, she told me it wasn’t her. So I asked my mother-in-law, Louise, if she had made it and left it there. She said it wasn’t her, either. I have no idea who made this thoughtful tribute to Peter, but whomever it was, I want you to know how much it means. One of the fears of bereaved parents is that their children will be forgotten. June 7 will mark the ten-year anniversary of Peter’s death, and just to know that someone else is still thinking about him means more than words can say. 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