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Thursday, November 27, 2025
2 Measles Cases Confirmed in Central Utah
SEVIER CO. - The Central Utah Health Department (CUHD) has confirmed two measles cases in local residents. Both cases were in unvaccinated individuals who had recent contact with someone they believe had measles. CUHD staff have identified a small number of individuals who may have had minimal exposure to one of the positive cases. CUHD staff are currently contacting any exposed individuals. There have been no further exposures or risks to the public from these cases at this time. “As measles has been identified throughout the state in recent months, we want to stress how quickly this disease can spread and how serious the illness can be,” said Nate Selin, CUHD Executive Director. “We want residents to be aware, watch for symptoms, and make sure they’re protected
Garfield Co. Hosts Birthday Party in Honor of James A. Garfield Day by Jaynie Connor
Jaynie Connor
Local Sibling Authors Publish Second of Three Children's Christmas Books
Dixie N.F. Christmas Tree Permits Available Online
by Brenda Shakespear
Courtesy Brenda Shakespear
Local authors and sisters Jeannene Pollock and Brenda Shakespear have just published their second of three children’s Christmas books, titled “Mrs. Claus Saves Christmas Eve during Santa’s Christmas Puppy Chaos.” BRYCE / TROPIC Local authors, and sisters, Jeannene Pollock and Brenda Shakespear have just published their second of three children’s Christmas books. Each rhyming book is full of mishaps and
by Kathryn Chamberlain
The Garfield County Commissioners—Leland F. Pollock, Jerry A. Taylor, and David B. Tebbs—have officially designated November 19th as James A. Garfield Day to pay tribute to the 20th president of the United States, who is also the namesake of Garfield County, Utah. To mark the day, a "Birthday Party" was held at the Garfield County Courthouse in Panguitch, and those in attendance were treated to cake, cookies, ice cream, and some free Garfield County swag. F. Pollock, Jerry A. Taylor, and David B. Tebbs—made this declaration to pay tribute to the 20th president of the United States, who is also the namesake of Gar-
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Wayne County Commission Nov. 17, 2025
PANGUITCH - November 19th has been officially designated as James A. Garfield Day in Garfield County. The Garfield County Commissioners—Leland
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magic as Mrs. Claus comes to the rescue to save the day. The adorable illustrations were created by Salem High School senior Emily Parker. Christmas Books Cont'd on B2
REGIONAL WEATHER FORECAST FOR SOME BUT NOT ALL REGIONS REPRESENTED IN OUR NEWSPAPER COVERAGE AREA
DIXIE N.F. - Christmas tree permits will be available online from Dixie National Forest for the upcoming holiday season. Details about designated cutting areas, dates, and types of trees that may be cut may be found at www. recreation.gov. To purchase a Christmas tree permit, visit recreation.gov and search for Dixie National Forest Christmas Tree Permits. It is important to carefully Tree Permits Cont'd on B2
field County, Utah. The county hosted a “Birthday Party” to commemorate the event at the Garfield County Courthouse commission chambers in Panguitch
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Courtesy Dave Cushing
RVU to Host Community Potluck in Torrey to Benefit Wayne Co. Food Pantry, Dec. 6 by David Cushing | Rural Voices of Utah Rural Voices of Utah members (from left to right) Susan Snow, Linda Peer, Rod Frazier, Bernie Wuestefeld, Dave Cushing, Bob Emrich, Joanne Stenten, Joy Morris, Linda Ward and Sandy Borthwick are hosting a community potluck dinner to benefit the Bicknell food pantry at the Torrey Town Pavilion on Saturday, Dec. 6. TORREY - The government shutdown may have ended and Utahns in need are again receiving food assistance benefits through the Supplemental
Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP), but food prices continue to climb, and it’s often harder to get by than in years past. “I used to fill up my
cart for $100,” said a shopper at Royal's Foodtown in Loa recently. Potluck Dinner Cont'd on A6
UPCOMING EVENTS... Boulder Holiday Markets
Nov. 29 & Dec. 13
Boulder Community Center 10 a.m. to 2 p.m.
THURS. NOV. 27 - WED. DEC. 3
Partly cloudy with chances of snow showers over the weekend (20-30%). Highs range from the high 50s to the low 30s; lows range from single digits to the 20s.
from 2:00-3:00 p.m. All citizens of Garfield County were invited to attend and
WAYNE CO. - The Nov. 17 Wayne County Commission meeting opened with a prayer and the Pledge of Allegiance. Commissioners quickly approved the minutes from the Nov. 3 meeting and reminded attendees to sign in for the record. First item on the agenda was Johanna Williams announcing that she is resigning as managing public defender to become a guardian ad item with the state courts, but she said service continuity is set. The commission approved the standard Indigent Defense Services contracts for a full threeyear term (through June 2028), with the Labrum Group taking over managing-defender duties. A three-county MOU with Sanpete and Sevier counties was also ratified to keep the regional model in place. “This gives you predictability for the next three years,” Williams said, noting the county’s Justice Court portion con-
I am grateful for what I am and have. My thanksgiving is perpetual. —Henry David Thoreau
Escalante Holiday Market
December 6 Destination Cafe 10 AM to 3 PM
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