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Thursday, September 25, 2025
Stage 1 Fire Restrictions Remain in Effect for Western Utah UTAH - Due to increased moisture across eastern Utah, the statewide Stage 1 Fire Restriction Order #UTCLO2504 for state and private unincorporated lands was rescinded on September 16 at 12:01 a.m. However, western Utah will remain under Stage 1 Fire Restrictions due to recent critical fire weather and the lack of significant precipitation in those areas. Recent Red Flag warnings and continued dry fuel conditions mean that fire danger is still elevated, with ignition potential remaining moderate to high in lower elevations and across western Utah. Fire officials have determined that proactive measures are still necessary to reduce wildfire risk. Areas Where Stage 1 Restrictions Remain in Effect: • Central Area Fire Restrictions Cont'd on A5
Wayne Organizations Encourage Emergency County Preparedness at Free Community Event Commission in Panguitch by Kathryn Chamberlain
Sept. 15, 2025
by Jaynie Connor
Jaynie Connor
Lynnette Toronto talks food storage during the Community Preparedness Fair at Triple C Arena in Panguitch on Sept. 11. PANGUITCH - On September 11th, a “Community Preparedness Fair” was held at the Triple C Arena. The free event featured various booths and classes from organiza-
'Hands on Rock,' A Gift of Love to Boulder by Peg Smith
Courtesy Brent Bowen
Boulder resident and artist/photographer Scott Aho's “Hands on Rock” sculpture was dedicated on Sept. 13, along with a kickoff to a year of service—an initiative called "Give Boulder A Hand,” sponsored by Boulder Wellness Network and the Boulder Ward. BOULDER - The heavy dump of rain and hail held off until moments after the speakers finished when Boulder resident and artist/photographer Scott Aho's “Hands on Rock” sculpture was dedicated on Sept. 13, along with a kickoff to a year of service—an initiative called "Give Boulder
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A Hand,” sponsored by Boulder Wellness Network and the Boulder Ward. “The front of the town center has never looked so good,” said an attendee to the event. Indeed, the landscaping vision of former Boulder resident and Hands on Rock Cont'd on B2
REGIONAL WEATHER FORECAST FOR SOME BUT NOT ALL REGIONS REPRESENTED IN OUR NEWSPAPER COVERAGE AREA
tions, including Be Ready Utah, the Garfield County Sheriff’s Office, Zion’s Bank, the Red Cross, Garfield County Ambulance, the Panguitch Prevention Coalition, and BYU En-
How to Help Fight Poaching in Utah
SALT LAKE CITY Several hunting seasons are in full swing, and Utah’s general-season rifle deer hunt—arguably the state’s most popular hunt—starts Oct. 18. Utah Department of Natural Resources conservation officers are hard at work patrolling the state to protect wildlife and to make sure hunters are obeying the laws. While wildlife violations can happen any time of the year, there is typically an uptick during the fall hunting seasons. There Poaching Cont'd on A6
sign College. Residents of Panguitch who attended had the opportunity to participate in free classes and engage with representatives at booths offering educa-
**Weather is subject to Change
Wayne Commission
Preparedness Fair
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Applications are Now Open for 2026 'Banking on Women' Program Zoom information session to take place Sept. 30 by Jaynie Connor
Courtesy Sara Day
Spring 2025 in-person "Banking on Women" program graduates. The Utah Microloan Fund (UMLF) is excited to announce that applications are now open for their Spring 2026 program. UTAH - The Utah Microloan Fund (UMLF) is excited to announce that applications are now open for their Spring 2026 Banking on Women pro-
gram, which focuses on reaching rural communities throughout Utah. In partnership with Westminster University and Synchrony Bank, the Utah
Microloan Fund invites women at all stages of business, whether just Banking on Women Cont'd on A5
UPCOMING EVENTS... Escalante Canyons Art Festival
Panguitch Lantern Festival
Escalante, Utah
"Give Light"
Sept. 19-28
THURS. SEPT. 25 - WED. OCT. 1
Partly sunny, with 20-30% chance of rain Fri. - Tues. Highest chance on Monday at 30%. Highs from the high 60s to high 70s; lows in the high 30s and low 40s.
tional resources and free items that related to preparedness. Cameron Leach, one
WAYNE CO. - The Wayne County Commission met on Monday, September 15, 2025. Commissioners approved a slate of new policies aimed at improving transparency, audit performance, and day-to-day operations. Wayne County Clerk Felicia Snow led the policy effort using templates from the State Auditor’s Office, with legal review by County Attorney Michael Winn. All policies will require annual training to remain enforceable and can be amended as needed. Approved Policies: • Ethical Behavior Policy - Sets standards for avoiding conflicts of interest, improper political activity, and nepotism. • Personal Use of County Assets Policy - Limits use of county property for personal reasons (for example,
Two roads diverged in a wood, and I—I took the one less traveled by, and that has made all the difference. —Robert Frost
October 4
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