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Cedar City Regional Airport kicks off master plan process
from Nick Holt The planning process, which is expected to take updates. The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA)
Cedar Cit y Airport Manager two years to complete, will examine the airport’s role requires airports to develop a 20-year airport master
within the community, airport assets and facilities, plan to ensure thoughtful and strategic planning of
Cedar City Regional Airport announced the launch aviation activity forecasts, and future development future facilities and airport infrastructure. The airport
of its 2022 Airport Master Plan, which will help guide as well as options for ongoing public engagement on master plan will help guide the airport’s future with
the next 20 years of growth at the airport. The com- airport matters. the goal of ensuring the airport continues to operate
munity is encouraged to attend the kick-off meeting Community members are encouraged to attend in a safe, efficient, and effective manner while also
taking place on Tuesday, October 11th, 2022 from the kick-off meeting to learn more about the airport reflecting our community values.
5:30–7:30 p.m. The meeting will be held at Festival master planning process, share feedback with the Updates and additional information will be made
Hall, 105 North 100 East, Room #5 in Cedar City. planning team, and sign up to receive ongoing project available online at: www.cedarcity.org/airport.
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2 Wednesday, October 5, 2022 news Iron County Today
Academy Award winning actress Geena Davis
to deliver lecture in human values at SUU
from David Bishop archer), a member of the genius society Mensa,
SUU Director of Public Rel ations and recognized for her tireless advocacy for
women and girls. She is the founder and chair of
The Grace A. Tanner Center for Human the non-profit Geena Davis Institute on Gender in
Values is thrilled to announce that Academy Media, which engages film and television creators
Award-winning actress Geena Davis is visiting to dramatically increase the percentages of female
Southern Utah University (SUU) this October to characters—and reduce gender stereotyping —in
deliver the Grace A. Tanner Lecture in Human media made for children 11 and under. Davis was
Values. The lecture will take place on Thursday, appointed Special Envoy for Women and Girls in
October 6, 2022, at 11:30 a.m. in SUU’s Gilbert ICT for the UN’s International Telecommunication
Great Hall. Davis will speak on “The Ripple Effect Union, and is an official partner of UN Women.
of Intersectional Representation in the Arts.” This She is also co-founder and chair of the Bentonville
event is free and open to all campus and commu- Film Festival, whose mission is to champion
nity members. women and diverse voices in all forms of media.
“We are excited to bring Geena Davis to SUU The Grace A. Tanner Lecture will be followed
campus as a way to close this momentous year,” by a moderated discussion between Davis and
said Dr. Danielle Dubrasky, Tanner Center direc- SUU alum Melinda Pfundstein, acclaimed regional
tor. We invite all members of SUU and the Cedar theater actor and director that will be very famil-
City community to attend this event.” iar to guests of the Utah Shakespeare Festival.
The Grace A. Tanner Center will also be Pfundstein is also the co-founder of StateraArts,
celebrating its namesake with the premiere of an advocacy organization to bring women full and
a commissioned documentary entitled Grace. equal participation in the arts.
This screening will take place in SUU’s Sharwan This lecture is the concluding event of the Year
Smith Student Center Theatre at 7:00 p.m. the of Grace which celebrates the legacy of Grace
prior evening, October 5. This film about Grace’s A. Tanner and recognizes 40 years of the Grace
life was created by SUU professor Jon Smith and A. Tanner Center for Human Values at SUU. The
celebrates the 40th anniversary of SUU’s Grace A. Tanner Center seeks to promote access to schol-
Tanner Center for Human Values. arly and scientific learning in all areas of human
In addition to being an Oscar and Golden values which embrace moral, artistic, intellectual,
Globe-winning actor, Davis is also a world-class and spiritual concepts. For more information
athlete (at one time the nation’s 13th-ranked Courtesy SUU please refer to the website suu.edu/tanner/center.
Iron County Today news Wednesday, October 5, 2022 3
Office of Economic
Mayor's
managed thanks to a great staff. Of course,
Development survey
everyone will be affected, and the city is no
exception.
Minute This is a good time to take an assessment
of our individual circumstances, as I have been
doing for months at the city. This includes seeks to assist
controlling debt with a combination of savings
remote workers
I
and frugal living. “Use it up, wear it out, make it
n William Shakespeare’s play Richard III, do, or do without,” was the motto of those who
the opening line reads: lived in the ’30s, including Clara Dover Green.
As we wrap up a “glorious summer" of by Gabrielle Costello are working from home
Now is the winter of our discontent events, we still have more on the horizon for Cedar Cit y Public for companies located
Made glorious summer by this sun of York; the fall and winter months, like the famous Information Officer outside our area. We want
And all the clouds that lour'd upon our Cedar Livestock & Heritage Festival at the end to support remote workers
house of October. On March 1st, 1923, the “discussion In an effort to by providing networking
In the deep bosom of the ocean buried. arose as to why herds of sheep and cattle were better assist remote opportunities and other
being driven through the city streets.” This workers, The Cedar services to help them
In the early spring of this year, the clouds succeed here. We’d like to
of the pandemic seemed to melt away for
was a bad thing then, and now we all gather to City - Iron County
include them more in our
most, and we entered a “glorious summer” of
watch the historic sheep parade. Office of Economic business community.”
relief. After two years of mandates, shutdowns,
I look forward to a season of gentle Development is The survey is comprised
adjustment to get our heads and the economy partnering with
constant bad news, fear, and threats, we were straight, followed by many glorious seasons of of 16 questions that vary in
all ready for a “glorious summer” where we summer ahead.
the Southern Utah topics such as: 1. When did
could bury the “discontent” in the “deep bosom University Business you move to Iron County?
of the ocean.” Center to create a 2. Does your company
And what a “glorious summer” it has been. Cedar City Mayor, Garth O. Green survey that starts require you to travel to
Parades, celebrations, athletic events, car the conversation. an office? 3. How would
shows, Shakespeare theater, a Simon festival, you describe your remote
a Half Marathon, bike rides, a Spring Fiesta, a Due to the COVID-19
profession? 4. Would you
County Fair, and a Banana Split Book Club, all pandemic, employers
benefit from a co-working
surrounded by much-needed rain, rain, and worldwide have either
space to work alongside
more rain. increased or elevated their
other remote workers? The
As the winds of October and the beginning remote work options for
information is being col-
of winter approach, I listen to the news and employees. For the first
lected to learn more about
hear of people who are expecting a season of time, nationwide trends
the work-from-home
discontent. As an economist for over 50 years have shown employees
population of Cedar City
and an avid student of trends and markets, I choosing where they want
and Iron County in hopes
realize that a slowdown is inevitable. We see to live with the option to
to provide collaborative
inflation spiking at alarming rates, interest rates work from home, rather
opportunities to meet
jumping at a record pace, and home and auto than historically having to
others and participate
prices high (if you can even find one.) Shortages live somewhere solely for
in workshops hosted by
are everywhere, a divisive election expected in an in-person job.
Southern Utah University,
November, and a troubling job market, it will “Our population has
Southwest Technical
certainly feel like a “winter of discontent.” grown dramatically in
College, and more.
As your Mayor of Cedar City, I want to the last few years,” stated
If you are a remote
report that the city is prepared for these painful Danny Stewart, Economic
worker or know someone
adjustments. The City is in a sound financial Development Director.
who is, fill out the brief
position with its reserves intact. Our debt is “People are choosing to
survey at www.bit.ly/
relatively low. Our operations are soundly move to our community,
ironcountyworkers.
and we want to understand
Participants will be entered
how many of those people
to win a gift card.
4 Wednesday, October 5, 2022 news Iron County Today
opinion
From the Editor quote
of the
Adieu week
Shakespeare… "A year
for now from
now you
A las, another successful and
enjoyable season of the Utah
Shakespeare Festival is coming
to a close. It’s been an adventurous
season of laughter, learning, and longing
will wish
you had
started
today."
for the lines that speak life to our hearts
and lives as rain speaks words of hope to Karen Lamb
a desert.
And if this year is any clue about
what’s coming, we must not be leery of
the future, nor feel we must walk the
razor’s edge to survive. For no matter
what stage we find ourselves upon, may
we learn to love and live, not just be alive.
And no matter
the troubles in our
minds, let us look
to the mountains
What comes around… “If Chicago has
to see the sound
of music in the
kaleidoscope of
colorful leaves. difficulty feeding
Corey
And while there
may be more
Bryan Gray is a syndicated contrib- dismissing the similar hardship
unchecked immigration has on
and sheltering
Baumgartner tempests ahead,
Managing Editor
utor, not an employee. His opinions
are solely his own and not those of the border communities. the immigrants,
we are becoming
better sailors because of them.
Editor, Staff or Iron County Today. If Chicago has difficulty feeding
so does El Paso,
T
and sheltering the immigrants, so
Finally, until Shakespeare returns
with a hearty “Huzzah!” to our beloved
he move by Republican
governors in Florida and
does El Paso, and Congress has
generally turned a blind eye to the
and Congress has
festival City, may we each enjoy the
journey from here to there. And during
Texas to ship hundreds of problem. Both the GOP and the generally turned
the break, may our lives echo and exhibit
undocumented men,
women, and children a blind eye to the
problem.”
cyclops
the empowering words of Thurgood to so-called sanctu-
Marshall, “The measure of a country's ary cities (including
greatness is its ability to retain compas- the front porch of
sion in times of crisis.” news program.
the Vice President’s They could bathe daily, but food
Therefore, may we continue to help house) has inflamed
each other with our trials along the trails Bryan Gray would be restricted. No more fancy
the voices behind the sushi for Nancy Pelosi. Ted Cruz
until all’s well that ends well. bgray@aplhagraphics.com
immigration debate. would have to go vegan. Their diet
No one argues would consist of the food offerings
Word of the week that the transport was done for
political purposes, sharpening the
Democrats shrug off any mention
for a compromise.
and calories common to Americans
on food stamps.
partisan lines months before the So I have a plan. It’s easy.
SYNERGY November election. Some say it Pres. Biden should issue an
In this austere environment, the
The interaction of elements that when elected officials would be instructed
was shrewd, other scholars say executive order. Every member to work with each other and come
combined produce a total effect that is it was potentially illegal. Even of Congress would be placed on a
greater than the sum of the individual up with rational and fair legislation
the conservative Deseret News bus and sent to a secure facility. to solve the broken immigration
elements, contributions. editorialized that it was cruel using Each senator and representative system. This would entail leadership
The synergy of a person’s actions, human beings as pawns for pure would have to give up their cell instead of demagoguery. They
atmospheres, home and community political gain. On the other hand, it’s phones; they would have no access
create an energy that leads to happi- hypocritical for some Democrats to petitions from their partisan
ness, health and wholeness. to moan about the action while supporters or any talk radio and TV see cyclops » 5
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Iron County Today news Wednesday, October 5, 2022 5
Southern Utah University Bookings
Below are bookings Troy A Imlay
as reported by the Cedar City, UT
Yellowstone National Park brought to SUU
Iron County Sheriff’s DUI, Texting While
Department and Driving, Drug
Cedar City Police Paraphernalia
Department. Jon A Jacks
Those arrested Cedar City, UT
are innocent until DRUG – Poss C/S,
by Christina Schweiss proven guilty. Paraphernalia
APEX guest lecturer, Megan Kate SEPT. 27
For Iron Count y Today Nelson, speaks about the importance SEPT. 30
of Yellowstone National Park on Jantzen G Black
On September 29, Megan Kate September 29. This year marks the 150th Cedar City, UT David L
Purch, Poss, Consume Mazzettia
Nelson was the guest speaker at SUU’s anniversary of the Yellowstone Act. by Minor Cedar City, UT
APEX event. This event was called Francisco E DRUG – Poss C/S,
Beierle Paraphernalia
“Saving Yellowstone, creation of a Summit, UT
national icon.” Poss Dangerous
Luis F
Weapon, DRUG – Poss
Avalos-Magana
APEX director, Ryan Paul introduced C/S Homeless, Cedar
Nelson. Paul explained that it is the City, UT
Criminal Trespass
150th anniversary of the Yellowstone SEPT. 28
Act. Lori M Cox OCT. 1
Nelson is a writer and historian. La Verkin, UT
Poss Stolen Credit Melanye A
She explained that she must visit the Cards Celedon
places she writes about. She said, “It’s Isaac R Cedar City, UT
Assault
really important to actually go to the Caraballo
Cedar City, UT
places I’m writing about. I’m putting the Fail to Stop at OCT. 2
Command of Police
reader on the ground with people in the Joseph Roberts
Sterling J
past. It’s giving you a really rich sense tioners took photographs and painted. and to understand the fullness, particu- SEPT. 29 Anderson
Cedar City, UT
of the landscape and the surroundings. Many of the expeditioners and larly of Yellowstone’s past and present.” Raymond J DUI w/BAC at/over
I must experience these places myself Natives declared, “Yellowstone is the Nelson’s books are titled Saving Glessing .08, Leave Accident
Cedar City, UT Involving Injury
in order to bring the landscape alive for heart of the continent.” Yellowstone and The Three-Cornered DUI – w/BAC at/over .08
readers.” Beatrice A Lopez
Yellowstone is a place, “both War. They can be purchased at www. Kirk E Keith Cedar City, UT
During her lecture, Nelson discussed awe-inspiring and dangerous. It is a megankatenelson.com. Cedar City, UT Assault w/Substantial
Intoxication
three of her protagonists – Ferdinand place where what lies just below the The next APEX event will be held on Bodily Injury
Sean E Bates
Hayden, Jay Cooke, and Sitting Bull. She surface is always ready to explode.” October 6 when actress Geena Davis Cedar City, UT
Sybil M Ortiz
told the story through their eyes and Nelson ended the lecture by saying, will take the stage. For more informa- DRUG – Poss C/S, Cedar City, UT
Assault w/Substantial
Paraphernalia
expressed similarities between their “It is really necessary that all Americans tion go to www.suu.edu/apex and check Bodily Injury
Sandra A Hamel
time and ours – like how we take selfies understand the hard history in order to out the APEX hour every Thursday at 3 Enoch, UT Brigham Valdez
to prove where we are, these expedi- appreciate the beauty of these places p.m. on Thunder 91. DRUG – Poss C/S, Cedar City, UT
Paraphernalia, Assault Assault
cyclops
« Continued from page 4
would have to put their cards on the table with
the knowledge that they couldn’t get 100% of their
wishes. It would be a session of “I’ll give up this if
you’ll give up that” – and they couldn’t leave until a
workable plan was agreed upon.
Oh, and one other thing: neither the senators
nor representatives would receive a paycheck until
the legislation was approved. Of course, they would
squawk. Chuck Schumer would miss his cigars and
Mitch McConnell would have to go “on the wagon”
without Kentucky bourbon shots. But finally, after
years and years of admitting something has to be
done at the border to welcome newcomers and
ship out the bad guys, we would force Congress to
do its duty.
The eventual plan wouldn’t come cheap.
Government funding would be needed to offer
English lessons, provide temporary housing and
food, and entry into the workforce which badly
needs newcomers to fill available jobs. You can’t
expect a poor Spanish-speaking immigrant to
walk across the border, fly to Spokane, and open
up an accounting office. But the “seed money” for
an eventual plan would pay future dividends –
and think of the money saved by not paying the
congressmen while they fumed and belched during
their confinement.
Many readers might think this is extreme. But
here’s the extreme: There are more than two mil-
lion people attempting to cross our borders so far
this year. Neither Presidents Bush, Obama, Trump,
or Biden have had the will power or congressional
backing to solve it.
The misery for the immigrants has continued.
Maybe a little misery for Congress will do the trick.
6 Wednesday, October 5, 2022 news Iron County Today
Hospital's Annual
Fall Health Fair
brings community
together
by Becki Bronson
Intermountain Cedar Cit y Hospital
Just as the leaves change like clockwork, you
can count on Intermountain Cedar City Hospital
hosting the annual Health Fair. The community
event was held on Saturday, September 22 at the
Cedar City Hospital. The annual health fair brings
together hospital caregivers with the community
to offer resources, learn important health informa-
photos Courtesy Becki Bronson
how to administer it if it was ever needed. It was
extremely helpful. I visited almost every single
booth at the health fair, and at each one learned or
gained something. I really enjoyed the event.”
The Southwest Health Department conducts
their fall Flu Shoot Out at the event and was able to
administer over 125 flu vaccines. There were 1,410
booth visits, and for those who obtained health
screenings, 153 were referred for follow up care.
Booths included emergency preparedness, Ask a
Doctor, domestic violence prevention and support,
home health services, suicide prevention, vision
screenings, Iron County Prevention Coalition,
national Daisy nursing award, federally-qualified
low income clinic Family Healthcare, the Simply
Birth suite, information on 3D mammograms,
Family Support Center, cancer prevention and
support, the adult independence services through
RRCI, handwashing game and information,
information on RESEP/Downwinders, Needs
tion and get vital screenings. Beyond Medicine, Five County aging services,
“The health fair was awesome,” says Angie York, Intermountain nutrition services, information on
first grade teacher at Iron Springs Elementary. the new Intermountain Diabetes Clinic opening
“I was able to get many screenings done, like a soon, hearing screenings, infusion services, blood
hearing screening I’ve needed for a while now, and pressure and blood oxygen testing, lung function
learn about topics I’d wanted to ask about, and testing called spirometry, and information about
also get my flu shot, all in one.” She also says as a precision genomics and the HerediGene DNA
schoolteacher, she was grateful for the resources mapping study.
at the health fair. “I really worry about what some The Utah Food Bank also provided free food
of our students are exposed to, even innocently, bags at the event, and indicated it was one of the
like illegal drugs. I was able to visit with Jordan most successful events they’ve been a part of, as
at the Intermountain Community Health booth, they were able to provide food to feed over 350
who gave me a free naloxone kit and taught me people during the health fair.Iron County Today news Wednesday, October 5, 2022 7
public & health
Miniature bottles of alcohol Miniature alcohol bottle facts
pose daunting dilemma How will Mini Bottles affect Utah » Impaired driving due to alcohol mini-bottles is
Recently, the Utah Department of Alcoholic Youth? already an issue in many states nationwide.
Beverage Services Commission released a proposed According to 2021 SHARP’s survey data, 4.3% of Utah According to 2021 SHARP’s survey data, 1.3% of Utah
rule change to allow miniature bottles of alcohol to youth in grades 6-12 reported using alcohol within youth in grades 6-12 reported using alcohol while
be sold in Utah again. the last 30 days. With just over 50,000 youth taking driving. With just over 50,000 youth taking the
We recognize the appeal and convenience of the survey in the spring of 2021 that's approx. 3,050 survey in the spring of 2021 that's approx 650 youth.
alcohol mini bottles. However, we also recognize youth. Also according to 2021 SHARP’s survey data,
that alcohol is not just another product. It’s a of the 4.3% youth reporting current 30 day alcohol The Utah Office of Highway Safety spends
use, 2.8% are reporting binge drinking (5 or more $1,032,350.00 yearly to prevent impaired driving.
dangerous commodity, and as such, anytime
drinks in a row). This is especially concerning when How could mini-bottles affect agency's working to
changes in rules and law surrounding its availabil- address highway safety?
we discuss making available convenient, travel sized
ity are proposed we must consider the long-term shots of hard liquor.
effects. Mini bottles of alcohol are typically sold at Impaired Driving FFY2021 budget:
significantly lower price points than other alcoholic We know that the more youth are exposed to » Personnel $72,300.00
beverages. These lower prices make them more the use of these products in per- » DUI Enforcement & Checkpoint Support $276,150.00
son, or just with the trash left » DRE/ARIDE/SFST/Phlebotomy $40,400.00
accessible to youth, young adults and vulnerable
behind, the more youth begin » Impaired Driving Media Campaign $449,000.00
populations that may already be struggling with to believe that this behavior is
alcohol misuse. » Traffic Safety Resource Prosecutor $147,500.00
normal in their community and » SIP/TRACE, Youth Alcohol Suppression
Having an increase in impairments could the perception of risk associ- $42,000.00
lead to an increase in disorderly conduct, DUI’s, ated with youth alcohol use for » 24/7 Sobriety Program $5,000.00
accidents, and other alcohol related infractions. example decreases leading to an » Total $1,032,350.00
These increases could cause more work for increase in youth use. (https://highwaysafety.utah.gov)
our already overburdened state and local first Multiple studies have shown that
responders. increasing the availability of prod-
The Department of Alcoholic Beverage
Did You Know?
ucts like this causes an increase in
Services has released a 30-day public comment use rates. It’s logical to conclude » Alcohol mini-bottles, also known as a nip,
with the availability of these mini contain 50 ml of alcohol. That's about 1.7
period that will accept concerns until October
bottles increasing in homes and ounces and approximately one 1.5-ounce shot
17, 2022. If you are interested in sending a public which is defined by the US Dept of Health
comment about this issue, please send an email communities, youth will have more
access to alcohol and youth alcohol as one standard drink.
to vickieashby@utah.gov. If it is approved, there
use rates will increase. » Mini bottles are essentially
could be lasting consequences for our local
The use of these products pocket-sized replicas of their larger
communities.
directly influences community counterparts and come in a variety
As such, we are asking that each of you please of appealing flavors.
send a simple personal email that states your norms and what’s seen as
opposition to the rule. It is very useful and power- acceptable behaviors in » According to the alcohol
communities. industry mini-bottles are a great
ful to connect the impact to your own community.
Small and easy concealable way for consumers to try new
Here’s an example of what you can send to the
products like these could start flavors and brands of spirits
Alcohol Commission: without having to invest a lot of
Subject Line: Opposition of the proposed rule showing up in places where
alcohol is not usually allowed, or money into full sized bottles.
R82-2-309 50 Milliliter, Spirituous, Liquor/187
if it is, it’s monitored to prevent » With that significantly lower
Milliliter Wine Sales
over serving, disorderly conduct price we also know that could
and drunk driving. Places like make mini’s readily available
Dear Alcohol Commission, movie theaters, local sporting to youth, young adults and
events, community festivals and in populations that already
I live in (Community our state and national parks. Sounds struggle with high rates of
Name)_______________________. I am like the issue we're already having alcohol use.
concerned about the proposed rule R82-2-309 50 with youth e-cigarette use.
» The 1.75-milliliter bottles
Milliliter, Spirituous, Liquor/187 Milliliter Wine Sales This could lead to an increase in were legal in Utah for more
and its impact on the youth and environment in disorderly conduct, DUI’s, accidents than 20 years, from 1969 to
my community. My concern is that the mini bottles and other alcohol related infractions about 1990 when alcohol
are a significantly lower price and youth and young and cause more work for our already laws changed and made
adults will be more attracted to these products. overburdened state and local first them obsolete.
Additionally, we already see plenty of litter con- responders.
» Currently alcohol mini
nected to alcohol products in our community. With In 2019 there were 3,057 arrests for public bottles are available
a small, easily concealable product, we could see drunkenness, also the first time this has in Utah to hotels for
alcohol show up in places where alcohol is not usu- trended up since 2012. mini-bars and airlines for
ally allowed. Ultimately, the mini bottles provide in-flight drinks.
more than a standard drink. Any amount can create Highway Safety » We aren’t the only state
impairment, especially in youth underage. According to 2021 SHARP’s survey data, 1.3% that doesn't sell minis. They are also not
Please consider these points when you are vot- of Utah youth in grades 6-12 reported using alcohol available in Arkansas, New Mexico, and Massachu-
ing on this proposed rule change. If it is approved, while driving. With just over 50,000 youth taking the setts & Texas only allows mini-bottle sales for on
there could be lasting consequences for our local survey in the spring of 2021 that's approx. 650 youth. premises consumption.
communities. » These plastic products are not recyclable because
» Although Utah is below the national average
Your Name ___________________ regarding alcohol related driving fatalities, it of their size and they are becoming another single
continues to be a problem. use plastic that's ending up in our landfills, parks,
Coalition Name________________ roadsides etc...
» In 2021 there were 10,619 DUI related arrests, that's
For more information about the Iron County an average of 29 DUI arrests in Utah every day. » According to the "Keep America Beautiful" 2020
Prevention Coalition please contact Naomi Curtis litter study, there is twice as much litter from
» In 2020 there were 1,978 DUI/alcohol-related alcohol beverage containers than non-alcohol
ncurtis@sbhcutah.org or visit us on Facebook/ crashes resulting in 1,320 injuries and 107 fatalities. beverage containers. Beer container litter is up 27%
ironcountypreventioncoalition. from 2009, with beer containers and single-serve
» Crash data from 2016-2020 shows that alcohol-re-
lated driver crashes are 7.1 times more likely to be wine and liquor containers (e.g., 50 ml minis and
Heidi Baxley & Naomi Curtis, Licensed Prevention fatal than other crashes. nips) ranking higher than any beverage product like
Specialists, Southwest Behavioral Health Center soda, water, juice, tea, etc.8 Wednesday, October 5, 2022 news Iron County Today
utah Legislative Update
As we head into another school year, Judicial Confirmation Currently, funds for prevention, criminal system and provide economic expan-
I want to express my gratitude to the I was honored to return to the justice, treatment and recovery, and sion for Eastern Utah.
parents and teachers across the state Senate floor and confirm Justice Jill harm reduction are being discussed.
who are dedicated to the education Pohlman to the Utah Supreme Court “UTA on Demand”
The Utah Bureau of Forensic Services
of Utah’s next generation of leaders. and Judge Rick Westmoreland to
A high-quality education is crucial the Second District Juvenile Court.
(UBFS) provided an update on sexual Expansion
assault kit submissions and process- UTA on Demand is an important
to Utah’s ongoing success. This past Both these individuals are examples
ing. UBFS reported that Utah is the service that provides a more efficient
legislative session, we appropriated of strength and integrity. Judge Jill
8th state in the nation to eliminate its way for people to take advantage of
historic funding to education and Pohlman has served diligently on
sexual assault kit backlog and reduced public transportation. It is comparable
I look forward to seeing how the the Utah Court of Appeals for several
median DNA analysis turnaround time to Uber or Lyft, and functions as a
additional funds help our students years. She is thoughtful and provides
from 400 days to 30 days. partnership between private and public
thrive. I wish you and your family the well-reasoned opinions. Justice
best during this new school year! Pohlman is involved in many The Utah Department of Health entities. The service uses smaller
judicial committees and will and Human Services reviewed vehicles to reduce pollution, and is
Below are a few updates from the legis- now available in Davis and Tooele
bring extensive knowledge adoption assistance programs
lature. As always, please reach out with counties, in addition to its previous
and expertise to her new with the Social Services
your comments, questions or concerns. locations. Those looking to use this
role. Judge Rick Westmo- Appropriations Subcommit-
I appreciate your feedback and I am service simply need to download the
reland has an impressive tee. Currently, adoptive
honored to serve as your Senator. UTA on Demand app, from there, indi-
background in patient families are provided
care and criminal justice. specialized adoption viduals can request a ride anywhere in
Public Input Needed on New He previously served subsidies and assistance identified service areas.
Utah State Flag as a specialty court for respite, child care, UTA on Demand link: https://www.
Redesigning the Utah State flag has chief in the Davis County tutoring and medical costs. rideuta.com/Services/UTA-On-Demand
Sen. Evan Vickers
been a frequent topic of conversation Attorney’s office. He Utah Senate District 28 To review other items we
in recent months. In 1922, a seamstress embraces the mission of
made an embroidered copy of the Utah the juvenile court and will
discussed, visit the legis- Honoring K9 Arros
lative website where you can watch
flag. However, the proportions of the be an excellent addition. I have been Last week, we had the opportunity to
past committee meetings and read
shield were such that she could not amazed by their accomplishments remember K9 Arros, a dual-purpose
the materials and presentations that
fit the date "1847" inside the shield, as and know they will serve our state K9 trained in patrol and explosive
were shared. Legislative Website Link:
required by Utah code. For 88 years, well. detection, who recently passed away
courtesy photos
(Left) A recent meeting with former United States Vice President Mike Pence at Utah Valley University. Joining me was Sen. Don Ipson and former Utah Governor Gary Herbert.
(Right) Gail MIller cuts the ribbon as Weber State University opened the Miller Advanced Research and Solutions Center (MARS).
Utah's state flag reflected this mis-
Highlights from August due to medical complications. Arros
Legislative Meetings https://le.utah.gov
take. In 2010, the Legislature passed a honorably served in the U.S. Army and
resolution to align Utah’s flag with its Each month, we hold legislative later with the Utah Highway Patrol,
original description. interim meetings to discuss potential Expanding Transportation stationed at the Utah State Capitol.
legislation and review study items. with the Uinta Basin Railway Arros’ efforts were invaluable in
The Legislature is again examining During August interim, we discussed maintaining our safety at the Capitol,
On July 14, the U.S. Forest Service
the design of Utah's flag. With deep a variety of issues, including water and I feel very grateful to have had the
signed the Record of Decision
appreciation for the rich history and conservation efforts, the opioid chance to interact with him.
authorizing the Uintah Basin Railway.
symbols used in Utah's current flag, settlement the state will receive, The Uinta Basin Railway will connect Members of the Utah Highway Patrol,
the Legislature has decided to rede- adoption assistance and more. Eastern Utah to the national rail sys- Arros’ handler, and other K9s currently
sign Utah's state flag. To create a flag
Water conservation continues to be tem, bolstering rural economies. This serving at the Capitol, joined us on
that reflects the current residents of
a focus as we face one of the worst is significant for both Duchesne and the Senate Floor as we took a moment
Utah, the Utah State Flag Task Force is
droughts in state history. During Uintah counties due to the vast market to express our great appreciation for
seeking public input on the design of
interim, the Legislative Water Devel- disadvantage they currently face with Arros and all those who serve our state
the new flag.
opment Commission met to discuss the two-lane highway for transporta- so diligently. He will be greatly missed.
The Task Force received more than 7,000 agricultural water optimization, water tion. The Uinta Basin Railway is a great
flag ideas and designs from Utahns. victory, providing a safer, cleaner, and Below is the link to a short video the
innovation and other water conserva- Senate produced that helps people
From September 1 until the end of the tion efforts. more efficient transportation system
month, multiple flag design finalists will to transport agricultural commodities, who don't know me as well to get
be posted on the flag redesign website In July 2021, manufacturers and natural resources and manufactured to know me a little more personally
for public feedback. I would like for you distributors of opioid pharmaceuticals goods to markets that are currently (https://youtu.be/B0TLXI9owj4). Thank
to be involved in redesigning Utah's flag announced a settlement agreement, unreachable. This is tremendous you for being the engaged and
by submitting your feedback. Visit the resulting in significant financial news for Utah and is supported by invested voters you are. I very much
flag redesign website during the month gain for the state of Utah. During state leaders and local and Tribal appreciate your support.
of September and voice your opinion. interim, we reviewed areas where the governments. The Uinta Basin Railway Thank you! Evan
Website Link: https://flag.utah.gov settlement funds could be distributed. will improve the current transportationIron County Today news Wednesday, October 5, 2022 9
SUU opens Helen
Foster Snow
Cultural Center
from David Bishop Helen Foster
SUU Director of Public Rel ations
Snow was a
talented journalist,
influential author,
Creating a valuable platform for sharing lifelong humanitarian,
Chinese language and culture, Southern and bridge-builder
Utah University is proud to establish the between the United
Helen Foster Snow Cultural Center. The States and China.
opening event for the new Center will be held
Friday, October 7 at 6 p.m. in the Gilbert Great
Hall of the Hunter Alumni Center at SUU.
“Utah, in general, values the acquisition of
other languages and learning about other cultures,”
said Dr. Stephen Allen, associate vice president
for International Affairs at SUU. “The aim of the
Courtesy SUU
Helen Foster Snow Culture Center is to provide
our region with opportunities to learn Chinese, been recognized as one of the most important Mr. Adam Foster, president of the Helen Foster
promote citizen-to-citizen diplomacy, and provide skills for young people in the 21st century,” said Snow Foundation and great nephew of Snow,
cultural outreach opportunities for the region.” Dr. Ouyang. “It is one of the Center’s missions to Dr. Lance Hatch, superintendent of Iron County
The Center is named after Helen Foster Snow, provide Chinese language instruction to K-12 and School District, Professor Craig Jones, SUU retired
a talented journalist, influential author, lifelong college students and help them become proficient political science professor, Mary Pearson, dean of
humanitarian, and bridge-builder between the in it.” SUU’s Dixie L. Leavitt School of Business and Evan
United States and China. Born in Cedar City, Snow The advisory board for the Center includes Vickers, Utah state senator.
left for China in 1931 and lived there through World SUU President Mindy Benson, Dr. Stephen Allen, The Helen Foster Snow Cultural Center will be
II. Her work displayed her capacity for collabora- associate vice president for International Affairs, located in the Office of International Affairs at SUU.
tion across cultures, ideologies, and borders, and
she was nominated twice for the Nobel Peace Prize.
“It is wonderful to see
so many people today
interested in continuing in
Helen’s footsteps, building
bridges among diverse
cultures and people, and
carrying on Helen’s legacy”
Dr. Wen Ouyang
Following Snow’s lead, the Center will provide
a place for teaching Chinese language and culture,
China-related research, and Utah-China economic
development. And in turn, will continue to build
the rapport of SUU, Cedar City, and China.
“It is wonderful to see so many people today
interested in continuing in Helen’s footsteps,
building bridges among diverse cultures and
people, and carrying on Helen’s legacy,” said Dr.
Wen Ouyang, executive director of the Helen
Foster Snow Cultural Center. “The Center will be
a platform for cultural activities and language
learning that promote understanding and collabo-
ration. The Center will foster additional economic
development links between Utah and China as well
as Cedar City and China.”
Snow passed away in 1997, and in November
of 2009, Chinese dignitaries brought a 7-foot tall
bronze statue of their heroine to be dedicated in
her small hometown, of Cedar City. The sculpture
resides in Main Street Park honoring her life and
legacy. Undoubtedly, she was a remarkable woman,
a perfect role model for the Center.
The Center is currently providing Chinese
courses at Canyon View Middle School, Canyon
View High School, and Cedar High School. And
plans to host annual cultural celebrations for the
Cedar City and campus communities.
“Proficiency in the Chinese language has alreadyshowcase
10 Wednesday, October 5, 2022
Arts + Entertainment in Iron County
'hope for change'
SUU dancers support suicide awareness through their art
by Kol A. Gibson convey the struggle that many go through when
For Iron Count y Today facing obstacles in their lives. Lauren Cheree, a Professor
senior Dance major and Philosophy minor felt Danielle Lydia
On Saturday, September 10, 2022, Professor that the dance helped her through one of the Sheather and
five dance students
Danielle Lydia Sheather and five of her stu- hardest journeys of her life: performed in a Suicide
dents showcased their talents at the Dance “When we first choreographed this dance Awareness Gala at
for Life Suicide Awareness Gala at the Capitol a year ago, I was struggling with my physical the Capitol Theater
Theater in Salt Lake City, Utah. Kallie Barney, health,” she says. “Danielle gave me the full on World Suicide
Awareness Day.
Lauren Cheree, Bailey Walker, Elley White, range to mold the dynamics of my solo into
and Olivia Willden performed a segment of how I was feeling. Revisiting the dance a year
“Knew, Know, Now,” originally choreographed by later offered closure and overwhelming peace
Professor Sheather with contributions by the because I have healed and changed so much.
original cast members for the Fall 2021 Faculty It showed me that I am my strongest asset
Dance Concert Wading Below. and that there is hope for change.”
Knew, Know, Now is an excerpt of a larger Bailey Walker, who graduated with a degree
work entitled Ofliminal Noise, which highlights in Dance Education last spring shares, “The
the dancing and movement practices of the five piece we performed became a vessel through
dancers. The choreography tells a story that is at which we were able to honor the journeys of
first halted and filled with anxiety, then moves to those we love who have struggled. Standing
a release of tension, and ends with contentment on the Capitol Theater stage, I recognized
and peace. Sheather and her students originally
molded it without ever turning on the music and see dancers » 14
then transposed the work to the sound.
“Truly the work is as much the dancers’ as it
is mine,” explains Danielle. “I wanted to raise the
voices of the dancers because we all feel things in
a very different way and the journey to content-
ment isn’t the same. The dancers yielded to their
vulnerability as they became more comfortable
with the work, themselves, and each other.”
Though the dance was not originally inspired
by suicide awareness and prevention, it does
photos Courtesy SUU College of Performing and Visual ArtsIron County Today showcase Wednesday, October 5, 2022 11
Here’s more
stuff for your
Jason Tyler Burton's songs evoke a
land and people touched by the natural
world in ways most can only imagine.
fall calendar
by Mary Anne Andersen
Cedar Cit y Arts Council
H ere is more stuff to put in your phone or
write on your calendar as gleaned from the
Arts Council’s Arts Insider newsletter. And
even with last week’s list, this isn’t all!
This has to be first in line because there is a dead-
line in just 2 days hence. The Arts Council and the
Heritage Livestock Festival co-sponsor art and pho-
tography contests in conjunction with the Livestock
Festival held at the Diamond Z arena on October 28th
Courtesy ICAMA
and 29th. These contests are for the school children
ICAMA kicks of new concert season
of Iron County to illustrate how the heritage of
southwestern Utah impacts their lives. Prior entries
have been pictures or drawings of ancestors, family
farms or lands, and the importance of animals. These
entries are exhibited during the Festival and are
from Jim Howells started playing the violin in 4th for me in that I got to tour a
juried, with first, second, and third prizes in three
grade, picked up guitar in high bit and realized the grind of
categories: K- 5, 6-8 and 9-12. Application forms are For Iron Count y Today
school and started writing songs. that lifestyle wasn't for me. As
available at the Arts Council or Livestock Heritage
Iron County Acoustic Music His songs evoke a land and such, I've happily embraced the
Festival websites (cedarcityartscouncil.org).
Association kicks off its 2022-23 people touched by the natural hobbyist musician label and have
Okay, this may be short notice, but if your kids
concert series with Jason Tyler world in ways most can only pursued other interests, though I
REALLY want to submit, they could—with your
Burton, a well-travelled folksing- imagine. His guitar voicings lend do still consider myself a serious
help, of course. And this isn’t the first invitation out
er-songwriter with Kentucky credence to the heartfelt beat of songwriter.”
there. Iron County Today and Iron County school
roots. His songs tell the stories his songs. Burton’s other interests also
teachers have already published the necessary
of people and the land they Burton says his early musical include all types of outdoor
information.
live on. Burton has a number of influences include Paul Simon's recreation. This past summer
Here is something I’ve
albums and EPS to his credit. His Graceland and John Prine's Burton took a position teaching
never taken advantage
most recent EP, the roots and self-titled debut album as Outdoor Rec at SUU and
of: The Red Rock Film
bluegrass-flavored “Last of the touchstones of the songwriting moved to Cedar City from the
Festival—Explore the Grey.
Old West” views the changing world. Current influences include mountains of Wyoming. He is a
This is the 16th annual
land- and culture-scape of the Caroline Spence and Jason Isbell. welcome addition to the Cedar
week-long film festival
western US through a folksing- In the late 90s and early City acoustic music scene.
featuring the work of
er’s eyes. His previous album, 2000s, he played mandolin and The show begins at 7:00 PM,
Utah filmmakers, held
“Kentuckian”, tells stories of life fiddle in the Union City All-Stars. Friday October 7 at Community
from October 10-15. Here is
in the coal mining district of The band was signed to a record Presbyterian Church Fellowship
a quote from their publicity
Kentucky. deal and opened for Lyle Lovett, Hall, 2279 N Wedgewood Lane,
found around town:
Born in Michigan and raised The Old 97s, and others. He says, Cedar City. Doors open at 6:30.
Explore the grey in independent film—those untold
in Kentucky coal country, Burton “It was a big learning experience $5 suggested donation.
stories where heroes are flawed and villains can have
a change in character. Come meet the stars…actors,
dancers, photographers from around the world and
Master Singers prepare for
Utah. Over 50 shows, red carpet premieres, parties, and
seminars. The location is Cedar Fun Center on Fiddlers
Canyon Rd., from 1-11 p.m.
valiant Veterans Day concert
If you check out their website, you could see what
is offered and then buy individual shows ($10), a day
pass ($30), or $70 for a package of 15 shows. There
is more; check it out on their website (redrockfilm-
festival.com). Maybe this is the year for us to become
better acquainted with this yearly cultural experi-
from Lt. Col. Kent E. Myers
ence. See you there. For Iron Count y Today
—Art shows: The Art of Women at the Cedar City The Master Singers are now in preparation
Library until Oct. 27th. And a large exhibit at Color for a great Veterans Day Concert. Lt. Col. Kent E.
Country Art Supply, 111 South Main. Myers, a veteran of the US Air Force and his wife
—The Arts Council-sponsored Literary Group on Cherie are inviting their entire family and com-
the first Wednesday of each odd-numbered month at munity to attend. They are also inviting veterans
Main Street Books at 7:00. The choice for November from all of the US Armed Forces: Air Force, Army,
is “The Peregrine”, by J. A. Baker. It is a true nature Navy, Marines and Coast Guard to do the same.
account of the author’s experience with a pair of Kent and Cherie renewed The Master Singers
peregrine falcons in the fens of England. It has 41/2- twenty five years ago and over 200 men have Courtesy Lt. Col. Kent E. Myers
and 5-star reviews from all reviewers. For the life of been part of the great performances. part in the renewal of The Master Singers.
me, I can’t understand why you ALL don’t join us. This The Master Singers were first brought The Veterans Day Concert is scheduled to be
is the highlight of my month. together in 1947 to celebrate the 100th performed on November 13, 2022, at 7 PM which
—Live jazz on the 2nd Tuesday of each month at Anniversary of the Pioneers arriving in Utah and is a bit early so entire families can be at the
Off the Cuff. Free, by the way. You’ll have a hard time settling in the Salt Lake Valley and very soon Heritage Theater. This concert is free of any cost
believing you’re in little Cedar City, Utah. thereafter in Beaver, Iron and Washington County and everyone is invited to come and see and hear
And then comes November and Thanksgiving… areas. Singers from all three counties have had a this great performance.12 Wednesday, October 5, 2022 showcase Iron County Today
Animals trending at Red Rock Film Fest Red Rock Singers
from Matt Marxteyn way. The family were dropped off
“Returning” in
For Iron Count y Today
One of the trends at this year's
Another bird, a little red finch,
is the subject of Matthew B. W.
Sheehan's "Bird's Eye View" where
on a remote island off the coast
of Baja, Mexico with two cameras,
food, and supplies. They slept in an
concert Oct. 11
Red Rock Film Festival & Market a dingy factory with an army of old lighthouse, swam deep into real
are the number of animal films robots banging out bird cages until sea caves, and the girls collected from Marlo Ihler
including documentaries, ani- the bird takes a chance and gets a seagull eggs for breakfast. The For Iron Count y Today
mation and live action film. From bit too curious. girls also performed all their own
In relation to the Festival's stunts, often swimming in real sea After an extended break as a group, Red
horses to birds, several animals are
theme "Explore the Grey" director caves and encountering a host of Rock Singers presents their fall concert
represented at this year's Festival
Sheehan said, wild animals including sea lions “Returning” on Tuesday, October 11 at 7:30 pm
and Best Friends Animal Society
"The Grey to me is that increas- and large elephant seals. in Thorley Recital Hall in SUU’s Music Building.
is here to promote the critters on
ingly rare sweet spot in life where Brian Schmidt said, Entrance is a $5 suggested donation.
screen.
you still have a chance to make the "Over the years, we feel like This 30-member group is a mixed
"Best Friends Animal Society
right call, or maybe the wrong one." films have gotten more and more (SATB) community choir directed by Drs.
is happy to support the Red
Keith Bradshaw and Steven Meredith, and
Rocks Film Festival by sponsoring
is accompanied by Tracey Bradshaw. They
the animal category and the
are performing a range of favorite pieces to
creative talents who are telling
celebrate coming back together again to sing
their stories," said Michelle Sathe,
and share music.
communications strategist.
“We are excited to be returning to per-
Some of these furry stars
forming after a long break,” says Dr. Bradshaw.
include wild horses, a topic that
“We have all felt the absence of choral music
keeps trotting back to the Red
in our lives and find joy in preparing it and
Rock Film Festival. In In 2017,
sharing it with others.”
Ashley Avis was brought aboard to
“‘Returning’ also indicates the changing of
write and direct the modern-day
the seasons and the turning of the leaves once
reimagining of "Black Beauty" for
again,” comments Dr. Meredith. “Many of us are
Disney+. Anna Sewell wrote the
also in new seasons of our lives, having gone
novel "Black Beauty" as an animal
through various life-altering experiences over
welfare plea and Ashley and her
the past two and a half years since we last
husband Ed captured footage of
wild horses two weeks in 2018
in remote Utah, Nevada and
Wyoming.
“We have all felt the
Avis then spent four years to absence of choral music
further incorporate this footage
into a documentary with addi-
courtesy RRFF
"Overland" as a response to an ever-modernizing world that leaves little
in our lives and find
tional footage from California
to North Dakota. In the midst of
room for the wild.
joy in preparing it and
all this, Ed and Ashley started a
nonprofit called The Wild Beauty
Birds continue to fly in husband
and wife team Revere La Noue
compartmentalized into categories
that are either strictly kids movies,
sharing it with others.”
Foundation, and began rescuing and Elisabeth Haviland James' or movies for teenagers, or for Dr. Keith Bradshaw
horses in need. The result is the "Overland" as a response to an adults. We like to create stuff that
documentary feature "Wild Beauty: ever-modernizing world that blends over these lines and into
leaves little room for the wild. the grey zone where kids will performed.” He says he hopes the effects of
Mustang Spirit of the West" playing
They spent hundreds of hours find fun, but also something that these experiences will bring certain colors and
at the Red Rock Film Festival and
in the field with subjects Lauren, adults and teenagers will find really richness to the performance.
plays with Jo Meuris' animated
Khalifa and Giovanni where they exciting as well." Some of the pieces included on this
short "Aurora" about a little girl
discovered in them a shared The red-carpet premieres concert are All That Hath Life and Breath, Give
who fell in love with a beautiful
humanity across cultures, borders happen just once at the Red Rock Me Jesus, How Can I Keep from Singing?, You
horse named Aurora. Meuris who is
and religions through the practice Film Festival & Market which runs Are the New Day, and Sing Me to Heaven.
scheduled to attend previously had
of the ancient art of falconry. October 10-15 at the Cedar Fun Red Rock Singers began in February 2015
an animated film in the Festival's
The documentary feature is one Center (170 E Fiddlers Canyon Rd, and has, since then, worked with well-known
first year called "PK-Granny".
of several red-carpet premieres at Cedar City, UT 84721) with semi- choral directors Dr. Ronald Staheli, professor
Other animated animal
the Festival and Market including a nars and panel discussions at the emeritus of Brigham Young University, and
films include Juhaidah Joemin's
film from yet another husband and Hampton Inn Cedar City (1145 S. Dr. Ryan Murphy of the Tabernacle Choir
"Footprints in The Forest" about
wife team Ann-Marie and Brian Bentley Boulevard, Cedar City, UT at Temple Square. The choir welcomes new
a recently orphaned rhino who
Schmidt who got their children 84720.) Passes and Ticket Packages members through audition. For more infor-
tries to find a new home in the
involved in their action adventure are now on sale at redrockfilmfes- mation, visit facebook.com/redrocksingers or
wilds of the Borneo rainforest and
"Island of Lost Girls". tival.eventive.org/passes/buy. email at redrocksingers@gmail.com.
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