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Primary
Election
results
for Cedar,
IRON
Parowan
City Council COUNTY
Vol. 13 No. 38 ironcountytoday.com Wednesday, August 18, 2021
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Your votes
Paiute Pride
are in
R. Scott Phillips,
James M. Harris
top respective
City Council
votes in Cedar
City, parowan
by Corey Baumgartner
Iron Count y Today
After months of campaigning
and sharing their platforms for
improvement with their respective
communities, the primary elections
have been completed. There were
two seats each available for the local
City Councils in Parowan and Cedar
City. The top four candidates will now
move on to compete in November's
general election. Congratulations!
While voting percentage was way
under par for registered voters, with
voting participation in Cedar City
around 25% and Parowan just under
45%, it is still great to see the Iron
County community come together
to elect leaders that will help our
communities continue to improve
and move forward.
For the Cedar City Council,
Incumbent R. Scott Phillips garnered
the most votes, followed by Ronald
Riddle who climbed into the second
spot with an estimated 500 votes
advantage.
Cedar City Council Votes
R. Scott Phillips 2,432 36.05%
Ronald Riddle 1,535 22.75%
Derek Morton 1,037 15.37%
Carter Wilkey 1,065 15.79%
Mark Mumford 677 10.04%
In Parowan, the votes were even
closer as James M. Harris and David
M. Harris took the top two spots
heading into the general election.
Parowan City Council Votes
James M. Harris 285 19.10%
David M. Harris 281 18.83%
Sharon Downey 267 17.90%
Rochell Topham 262 17.56%
Danny Eyre 201 13.47%
For more election information in your
city, please visit cedarcity.org and
parowan.org. Story in showcase corey baumgartner
2 Wednesday, August 18, 2021 news Iron County Today
'Police Dogs and Hot Dogs' event helps support retiring K9s
by Corey Baumgartner
Iron Count y Today
Utah Highway Patrol Sgt. Ryan
Bauer welcomed everyone to the
annual Police Dogs and Hot Dogs
event last Monday in the Cedar City
Main Street Park.. It was sponsored
by the Iron County Friends of Police
K9, a group dedicated to helping
provide continuing care for police
dogs when they retire from active
duty.
When a police K9 dog retires
their handlers normally pay for their
after-service care, which includes
medical and nutritional costs—which
can be quite expensive. Through this
fun fundraiser, the Friends can help
pay for that care. “We want them to
have a good, safe and comfortable
retirement,” expressed Sgt. Bauer
in speaking of each dogs dedicated
service to their handlers and law
enforcement. K9 dogs are a
Another benefit of the funds crucial component
raised is to help provide the proper to the success and
equipment and training that helps protection of their two-
legged companions in
each law enforcement personnel law enforcement.
to be better prepared and to also
provide them with better tools and
training to help them keep them-
selves and our communities safe.
The Dogs and Dogs event also
gives members of the community
an opportunity to not only watch
these dutiful dogs in action, but also
to spend time with and get to know
better their local law enforcement
leaders and officers.
The event helped reinforce this
partnership with several demonstra-
tions held throughout the evening.
They included a K9 jumping from
a helicopter to catch a criminal,
K9s guarding a police officer from
a dangerous criminal and even a photos by corey baumgartner
S.W.A.T. team demonstration using Of course, besides the courageous handlers. Our gratitude goes out cation to and protection of our Iron
demolition to enter a barricaded K9s, there were delicious hotdogs to each member of our local and County communities. Learn more
building allowing the K9 to enter and to enjoy. However, the true stars of state law enforcement departments, about these brave dogs on the Iron
detain a criminal. the evening were the K9s and their including the K9s, and their dedi- County Friends of Police K9 page.
Iron County Today news Wednesday, August 18, 2021 3
public announcements
Iron County Liberty Coalition thousands of customers.
State Bank of Southern Utah produces a
new places to discover after living in Utah for
more than 50 years.
holding Prep Fair on Aug. 28 handful of calendars that customers have come State Bank of Southern Utah operates more
The Iron County Liberty Coalition is putting on to love over the years, including Western- locations than any other financial institution in the
a Prep Fair on August 28th from 1-5pm at 600 N themed illustrations and Utah landscape images. area and has flourished by focusing on the needs
Airport Rd (Staheli West) in Cedar City. We have However, Brown said this is the first time they’ve of its customers. Brown said the bank was founded
speakers lined up to present on topics such as chosen to focus exclusively on the beauty of with a mission to empower individuals and busi-
food storage and sanitation, as well as a booth on Southern Utah. And what better way to celebrate nesses to take control of their financial destiny,
Goldbacks. the area’s unique scenery than with a collection therefore elevating the quality of life for everyone
We are looking for suggestions on other priority of photos taken by locals? in Southern Utah.
topics and also looking for others who would like “We know there’s tons of closet photographers Serving the community since 1957, State
to run a booth or teach a skill. that have great images,” he added. Bank of Southern Utah is the only locally owned,
Please reach out to me if you’d like to share Entries will be accepted until Sept. 1. operated and headquartered financial institution.
a survival skill you are knowledgeable in! Email: Photographers may submit up to three photos The bank holds more than $1.9 billion in assets and
committeeofrights@gmail.com. and must own the rights to all images. To enter, operates 16 branches across 14 cities and towns
download the submission form at sbsu.com/files/ – Cedar City, Circleville, Delta, Escalante, Fillmore,
sbsu-photo-contest-submission-form.pdf and Gunnison, Hurricane, Kanab, Orderville, Parowan,
email the completed document along with your Richfield, Santa Clara, St. George and Tropic – with
State Bank of Southern Utah images to photocontest@sbsu.com. another location coming soon in Washington City.
invites submissions to calendar After all submissions have been received, a
committee will review the images and choose
For more information about State Bank of Southern
Utah, visit their sbsu.com. The bank is an equal
photo contest; $100 cash prize the best 12 for publishing. The top three photos housing lender and member of the FDIC.
Calling all shutterbugs! State Bank of Southern will also win cash prizes of $100, $50 and $25,
Utah is seeking gorgeous landscape photos for a respectively.
commemorative calendar showcasing the beauty The calendar will be produced locally by Tyler Brown
of the area. ImagePro Printing in Cedar City. Pick up a copy at
“We think we live in one of the most beautiful State Bank of Southern Utah branches starting in
spots in the world,” Senior Vice President Tyler
Brown said. “We want to show it off and share the
late November.
Along with beautifying homes and offices
Farmer’s Feeding Utah event to
talent of some of our local photographers.” across Southern Utah, Brown hopes the calendar be held Aug. 18
Southern Utah is a treasure trove of epic will inspire locals to get outside and explore the Farmer’s Feeding Utah invites the public to their
scenery. What captures your interest? Perhaps area’s many natural wonders. Lush forest, arid distribution event. Receive healthy, locally-sourced
it’s the sandstone spires of Bryce Canyon, the desert, colorful cliffs, pristine lakes – there’s food for free while supplies last. Drive through, stay
towering cliffs of Zion or a unique trail off the plenty to see beyond the iconic landscapes of the in your car and the food will be loaded into your
beaten path. Submit your best images of the area national parks. vehicle. The location is 451 E Midvalley Rd. in Enoch,
to be judged for entry into the calendar. Your “There’s all these hidden gems that are UT from 4:30 – 6:30pm.
photo could win a cash prize and be seen by around us,” he said, adding that he’s still finding
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Wining and dining or whining and dying?
The opinions stated in this article are solely those of the who guzzles grape juice instead of a six-pack of
author and not Iron County Today. Bud Light.
L ast year an obviously earnest reader
suggested I address the idea of “healthy
living”, a subject I found laughable. First,
cyclops It is yin and yang. Milk is a good source of
bone-strengthening calcium, but overindulgence
can add harmful fatty tissue…One study says
coffee is good for the liver, but another says it
I’m not a physician, a dietician, or a nurse – I’ve Bryan Gray is addictive and bad for the heart…Orange juice
not portrayed one on television either. Secondly, Columnist has great vitamins, but it’s acidity is bad for the
my lifestyle centers around enjoyment, not a stomach…Bananas are healthy, but if you eat
stern health regime, and I’m the least likely and the doctor passed away about ten years later them like a monkey your potassium level could
person to scold someone for eating an éclair. from a mental illness. harm your kidneys…Seafood is better for the
But it has now been 30 years since I smoked But aside from not smoking, healthy living is heart than beef, but beware of mercury levels.
my last cigarette. I quit when a pack cost $1.25; somewhat murky. Studies show there are good It’s a difficult choice. I enjoyed running for
today, one has to consider a reverse home and bad things in most foods; it’s how we ingest some seven years. It was good for my heart, but
mortgage before purchasing a carton of Marlboro or savor them, not the food itself. then I saw some long-term runners lining up for
Menthols. While still controversial in Utah, red wine, knee replacements. Similarly, some people on
Smoking was always stupid. You knew it for instance, is considered a healthy part of a diets seem to be dispirited and cranky; I want to
“I’m more worried about the drunk driver barreling into me or a non-vaccinated person
coughing in my face than I am about eating a cream cheese sweet roll.”
would end badly, much like being a passionate Mediterranean diet. One or two glasses a day is perk them up with a piece of coconut cream pie.
Utah Jazz fan who figures a 20th round draft healthy; more than that (or less than that) is not. And please don’t encourage me to become a
pick will lead the team to the NBA’s prom- Heavy drinkers are most likely to die at a young vegan. My first response is to buy a Ruth’s Chris
ised land. But it took me several decades to age, but the next to depart are teetotalers. Steakhouse gift card.
finally wad up the pack and declare myself I don’t know if the wine is the major factor So I’m not one to follow if you want strict
tobacco-free. in these studies. Could be that the non-drinkers recommendations for healthy living. I’m just one
The “cure” was when my family doctor told have more anxiety while the casual wine drinker of those “everything in moderation” guys who
me I should quit while I was ahead, similar to can relax with a glass of cabernet? Again, I’m not figure the good Lord has a timetable for me. I’m
leaving a blackjack table with $400 in house a doctor, but I’ve never heard that substituting more worried about the drunk driver barreling
winnings. He said I should just quit cold-turkey. grape jelly for wine leads to increased age. On into me or a non-vaccinated person coughing in
I thought he was mentally ill. Both of us were the other hand, a life insurance salesman would my face than I am about eating a cream cheese
correct. I crumbled up the pack in my pocket – probably lean to giving a better rate to someone sweet roll.
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opinion Sen. Lee, colleagues introduce “Don’t
From the Editor Draft Our Daughters” resolution
Welcome back from Brecken Denler “Montana has a rich legacy of service that is
carried on today by both men and women who
students
Press Secretary
voluntarily serve our country,” said Sen. Daines. “We
WASHINGTON — Recently, Sens. Mike Lee do not need to be forcing our nation’s daughters to
(R-UT), James Lankford (R-OK), Steve Daines enter the draft.”
W
(R-MT), Roger Wicker (R-MS), Josh Hawley (R-MO), “Women have heroically served in and along-
here did the and Marco Rubio (R-FL) introduced a resolution side America’s fighting forces since our nation’s
summer go? expressing that the Senate should not pass legisla- founding. It’s one thing to allow American women
Wherever it went, tion mandating the registration of women for the to choose this life, it’s quite another to force it upon
I hope that you were able to Selective Service System. our daughters, sisters, and wives,” said Sen. Hawley.
relax, recharge and get ready “Forcing our daughters into the draft creates a “Missourians feel strongly that compelling women
to charge back into this new burdensome and disproportionately increased risk to serve is wrong and so do I.”
school year. Corey of injury and fatalities for our nation’s women, as Earlier this summer, the Senate Armed Services
With all the detours, Baumgartner
Managing Editor
readiness data shows,” said Sen. Lee. “This policy Committee included in the markup of the National
delays, dilemmas, drama news@ironcountytoday.com change is rushed and unnecessary in our current Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2022 a
and distractions that COVID time of peace, and unduly harms women more than provision that would require women to register for
caused last year, what challenges will this school advancing any notion of equality. While American the draft.
year bring? I don’t know for sure, but I do know that women should be empowered to serve in our The draft, in its rare instances of use, primarily
there will still be some. Nevertheless, I encourage Armed Forces, they should not be forced to fight.” serves as a pipeline to replace combat forces.
each of you students to not let distractions lead to “Our all-volunteer military is the finest fighting However, data from the Marine Corps demonstrates
destructions. force the world has ever known,” said Sen. Lankford. that injury rates in combat roles are significantly
Sometimes I think the most important thing we “Women have shown they are more than capable of higher for women over men. The Ground Combat
learn in school doesn’t come from homework, or fully serving in our Armed Forces, and I commend Element Integrated Task Force found that muscu-
academic tests, but learning to pass the life tests that our brave daughters, sisters, and mothers who serve loskeletal injuries were twice as high for women;
confront you every day. If you’re having any kind of our nation. There is no reason to add women to and research conducted at the Infantry Training
difficulty or trouble, be it bad grades or bullies, don’t the outdated Selective Service System to prepare Battalion demonstrated an injury rate for enlisted
be afraid to ask for help from your parents, teacher or for a draft. When we have faced national security women six times higher than the rate for men.
a supportive friend, or write me. threats over the past four decades, men and women Additionally, the physical fitness required for
I hope that this year you do learn a lot for your who love our country have volunteered in massive combat roles are only achievable for a small per-
mind and become a better student, but more numbers to protect our nation with great distinc- centage of women. Data from Army’s gender-neu-
importantly, I hope you learn to become an even tion. Women are eligible to serve in any role in our tral Combat Fitness Test show a fail rate ranging
better person. Because that’s the greatest achieve- military that they choose, but they should not be between 65% to 85% for women, compared to 10%
ment beyond the classroom and boardroom you compelled to sign up for selective service.” to 30% for men.
could ever have.
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Iron County Today news Wednesday, August 18, 2021 7
Utah Reps. Stewart and Curtis release Bookings
Below are bookings as reported by the Iron County Sheriff’s
Department and Cedar City Police Department. Those arrested are
statements on infrastructure bills
innocent until proven guilty.
AUGUST 9 Jesse J Fay Anthony J
Beaver, UT Wheatley
Derrick J Joslin Theft/Firearm or Poss/Purch Tobacco
Cedar City, UT by Minor
Operable Veh
Theft
Stewart calls bill John Curtis on bills: AUGUST 10 AUGUST 12 AUGUST 14
"a massive step in the "Not the Utah Way" Maxwell W Ball Jackson J Floyd Nathan A Dittmer
Cedar City, UT
wrong direction" Cedar City, UT Phoenix, AZ
Theft, Burglary of DRUG – Poss C/S, Drug Drive on Susp/Rev/Den
Paraphernalia w/Prior, Operate Veh
Washington, DC — Recently, Rep. John Curtis Dwelling, Resist/
Interfere w/Arrest, w/out Interlock Dev,
(R-UT) released the following statement about the David W Mesa Open Container in
Washington, DC — Recently, the Senate Open Container in
Cedar City, UT
infrastructure bills. Veh, Theft $500-$1500 Veh, DRUG – C/S, Drug
passed a bipartisan, $1.2 trillion infrastructure Disorderly Conduct,
Paraphernalia.
“The Nation is in desperate need of a fiscal diet. Harlee J Davis Weapon w/Under
bill. Speaker Nancy Pelosi (D-CA) has indicated Destry J Fain
Spending money on the combined infrastructure Cedar City, UT Influence
that she will not bring this bill to a vote in the DRUG – Poss Drug Cedar City, UT
bills is no way to temper run-away inflation, a worker Paraphernalia, Poss William B
House unless the Senate passes a partisan, $3.5 Dejuncker
Poss Dangerous
shortage, and worst of all: massive debt, incurred C/S, Fugitives From Weapon, Drive on
trillion reconciliation package. Rep. Chris Stewart Justice Enoch, UT
while increasing taxes on small businesses while Susp/Rev/Den
(R-UT) released the following statement. Ricardo M
Child Endangerment
giving high-earners in blue states tax cuts, decreasing Hernandez Alvaro T Garcia
Amanda M Long
Parowan, UT
Tulare, CA Fernandez
DRUG – Poss C/S, Theft DRUG – Poss C/S, Drug
Cedar City, UT
Paraphernalia
Berklee Holm Criminal Trespass
Parowan, UT Bridger G Heinz Timothy A Stehno
Business w/o a Parowan, UT
Cedar City, UT
License DRUG – Poss C/S, Drug
Criminal Trespass
Paraphernalia, Fail to
Ryan A McCarthy
Stop at Command of
Cedar City, UT AUGUST 13 Police
Protective Order
Violation Laramie S Tiarra L Smith
Jacob D Reed Carpenter Milwaukee, WI
Cedar City, UT Theft/Firearm or
Washington, UT
Resist/Interfere w/ DUI Operable Veh
Arrest, Burglary/Veh, Courtney R
Theft $500 - $1500,
Cody R Turner
Furnival Cedar City, UT
Criminal Trespass Cedar City, UT
Weapon while under
Christopher G Assault
influence, DUI, Unsafe
Slayton Steven D Harris Lane Change, Open
Rec Stolen Prop
Parowan, UT Container in Veh
Landon C Theft, Value equals/
Sneddon exceeds $5000 AUGUST 15
Wanship, UT
Resist/Interfere w/ Freddy A Jimenez Landon W Dennis
Arrest, Burglary of Criminal Mischief/ Enoch, UT
a Dwelling, Poss Trespass, Disorderly DRUG – Dist/Offer/
Drug Paraphernalia, Conduct Arrange Distribution
Criminal Mischief, C/S
Theft $500 -$1500 Kim M
Potter-Hatch Dylan G
Junichi Yasuda Enoch, UT Robinson
Hurricane, UT Burglary/Vehicle,
getty images La Verkin, UT
DRUG – Poss C/S, Drug
Theft ($500 to $1500), Theft – Less Than
Paraphernalia
Resist/Interfere w/ $500, Criminal
“Speaker Pelosi has attached a partisan list of Wesley J Pettis
health care innovation to the detriment of our most Arrest, Prob/Parole Trespass
demands to a bipartisan bill. This only confirms Cedar City, UT Violation, Poss Drug
vulnerable patients, and stripping U.S. companies DV – IN presence of Steven W
what many of us already believed to be true: The Paraphernalia
Schamaun
of their competitive edge internationally. While I Child
so-called ‘bipartisan’ infrastructure package is Holly M Springer Cedar City, UT
applaud the bipartisan work in the Senate to deal AUGUST 11
only a means to Democrats implementing their Cedar City, UT Lewdness
with critical infrastructure and while these bills may Obstructing Justice
larger agenda. The American taxpayer can’t Krystalynn S Scott A Stehno
be attractive to the many who see money coming Shantel Andrews
afford to pay for such a sweeping, expensive plan. Davis Parowan, UT
their way, but it is not the Utah way— nor is it the St. George, UT Brundidge, AL DRUG – Poss C/S, Drug
“The reconciliation package is quite literally
way I vote.” Fraud w/Credit Card DRUG – Poss C/S Paraphernalia
the largest spending bill in American history. It
includes an enormous expansion of the welfare
state, huge investments in Green New Deal
policy, bailouts that are targeted to blue states,
and more. This is not the time to abandon all
fiscal responsibility. Inflation is rising at the
fastest pace in over a decade, and our national
debt is at an all-time high. Tax-and-spend policy
is how we found ourselves in this hole – it isn’t
the way out.
“I originally ran for Congress to help this
country reprioritize fiscal responsibility. And
from the day I took my oath of office, I have
been consistent on this issue. Under Presidents
Obama and Trump, and now under President
Biden, I always advocated for more responsible
spending. Sadly, despite the warning signs, we
continue to recklessly spend taxpayer money.
This behavior will not just burden our children
and grandchildren with excessive public debt,
either. This problem is immediate, and the bill
is coming due. It is Congress’ duty to put the
budget on path to balance, control the debt, and
subsequently allow economic growth. A $3.5
trillion reconciliation package is a massive step
in the wrong direction.”
8 Wednesday, August 18, 2021 news Iron County Today
Southern Utah University
SUU to provide $1.2M in scholarships for online students
from David Bishop more flexibility to earn their
SUU Director of Public Relations degree.”
To qualify for this one-
Southern Utah University time scholarship program,
will provide up to $1.2 million a student could not have
in scholarships to students been enrolled in a higher
impacted by the COVID education program during the
pandemic. The scholarships 2020-2021 academic year. The
will be the first offered by student should be a resident
SUU for online degree study of Utah or a graduate of a
and will exclusively benefit Utah high school. Students
students who delayed their must also take a minimum The available
scholarships will help
students who couldn't
“This is a great opportunity for pursue their educational
students to get back on track after the goals due to COVID get
back on track.
turbulent year we experienced in 2020”
Mindy Benson, SUU Interim President
college education in 2020 of six credit hours of either
because of the pandemic. undergraduate or graduate
“This is a great opportu- courses.
nity for students to get back “This new scholarship
on track after the turbulent program will open up
Courtesy SUU
year we experienced in 2020,” opportunities for people who
said SUU Interim President have been prevented from online degree programs have SUU’s Online program ship covers fall, spring and
Mindy Benson. “For the going to college because of seen unprecedented growth offers 13 bachelor’s and 14 summer enrollment. The
very first time, scholarships cost considerations,” said Dr. because of the affordability master’s degrees and is deadline to apply is December
will benefit those students Steve Meredith, assistant vice and quality of our courses. nationally ranked as one of 8, 2021. To apply or for more
pursuing one of our fully president for SUU’s graduate We believe this will take us to the least expensive programs information visit the SUU
online programs giving them and online programs. “Our another level of growth.” in the country. The scholar- Tuition Assistance website.showcase
Wednesday, August 18, 2021 9
Arts + Entertainment in Iron County
Utah Paiute Tribe holds 41st
Restoration Gathering, Pow-Wow
by Corey Baumgartner Shawl and Fancy Feather
Iron Count y Today dances and the tiny-tots,
who may not yet fully
Living in Cedar City, understand the meaning
we are not only live close of the motions, but can
to beautiful locations still experience the joy and
in nature, but we can unity in the dancing.
experience and enjoy other Prior to the dancing
beauty through our diverse and the individual dancing
cultural heritage—an contests, an important and
entrusted asset not many special part of every pow-
communities can enjoy. For wow is the Grand Entry.
those who were able to join This is a sacred moment
our Native American family, where tribal elders, dancers
friends and neighbors last and flag bearers from each
weekend, they witnessed local and visiting tribe join
one such creative and together and enter into
cultural blessing during the the arena. They walk and
Paiute Indian Tribe’s annual dance around the arena to
Restoration Gathering and music provided by Native
Pow-Wow. American drum circles.
While a pow-wow is The drums are a crucial
a celebration of cultural and special element of each
heritage, it is also a contest pow-wow. Each sacred
for the dancers. However, circle comes from different
this is no ordinary contest locations and each one
as it is one that honors the offers their own distinct
past, present and future songs of devotion, celebra-
Native American ancestors. tion and invocation. Drum
It is also unique because circles also provided the
the dancers are not dressed powerful and moving music
in costumes, but in special for the dancers in their who
ceremonial regalia—which use the beat to move their
is handmade and often bodies and feet as they
passed down through the offer their sacred steps to
generations. Each type honor Mother Earth and
of beautiful and brilliant their heritage including all
regalia symbolizes a specific the ancestors who lived
type of dance and includes upon and fought for our
the Jingle dress, Fancy great country.
photos by corey baumgartner10 Wednesday, August 18, 2021 showcase Iron County Today
Children’s Music Theater heads over the rainbow to Land of Oz
by Corey Baumgartner
Iron Count y Today
Come join your familiar favorite characters at this
year’s production of the Wizard of Oz performed by the
Cedar City Children’s Music Theater. Join Scarecrow,
Tin Man, Cowardly Lion, Dorothy and her little dog too
as they head over the rainbow to ask the wizard for
a brain, a heart, courage and find a way home. Don’t
forget about the Glinda the Good Witch, the Wicked
Witch of the West and the wonderful Wizard himself.
With a cast of 206 children, this play promises to be a
magical adventure!
COVID halted production last year by making sure
there was no place like home and often nowhere else to
go but home, but this year it is great to have the CCCMT
back performing in the Heritage Center! And there will
also be exciting new things to entertain the audience.
There will be lots of fun effects including pyrotechnics,
movie projections, flying and of course great acting by
the children in our community. And don’t worry, the
ruby slippers will help return you safely back home.
The Wizard of Oz will begin on August 26th and run
(or skip merrily) through each night (except Sunday the
29th) until the final performance on August 31st. Tickets
are $10 (General seating) and $15 (Reserved seating)
and they are going as fast as a flying monkey! Buy your
tickets online at: www.cccmt.org.
All performance will be at 7pm in the Heritage
Center (105 N 100 E, Cedar City). They are following
the guidance of the CDC and Government officials to
ensure a safe environment for the patrons and actors.
As such, facemasks that cover both the nose and mouth
are required for everyone in attendance. Hand sanitizing
stations will also be available. corey baumgartner
Watch our for falling houses and we’ll see you on the (L to R) Ryen Bailey (Tinman), Ivy Colbert (Dorothy), Braden Belshaw (Scarecrow) and Kelson Rasmussen (Cowardly Lion
yellow brick road! - not pictured, camera shy). Bella the dog as Toto.Iron County Today showcase Wednesday, August 18, 2021 11
You could be part of Red Rock Film Festival screens new
my grant history film made with FLDS and survivors
by Mary Anne Andersen replace her lost one, plus a from Matt Marxteyn "When I tried to show it in Phoenix, men
Cedar Cit y Arts Council little bit of cash. Are you still For Iron Count y Today showed up sabotaging the screenings and
I
out there, Carin? Aidan Funai I constantly got hacked and threatened.
n August 2008, the got a grant to purchase a The charity MoviesMakingADifference During “Cult Cartel”, it was an interesting
Cedar City Arts Council case for his stand-up bass is celebrating the completion of their balance as FLDS women did hair and catering
awarded the first of its so he could safely transport second feature film "Cult Cartel" starring without their 'caretakers' knowledge."
semi-annual mini grants. it around town. He was in both Hollywood actors alongside 28 actual The infamous and spectacularly intol-
Our budget was $1,000 and high school at the time— survivors. It was mainly shot on location erant renegade Church of the FLDS, led by
we had eight applicants. 2015—and I wonder where inside the infamous town of Colorado City, self-proclaimed prophet Warren Jeffs, was
Five of them received $200 he is now. Still playing? UT although there were quite a few scenes based in the twin cities of Colorado City
each, three were denied. I Finishing university with filmed in and around the Palm Beach, FL area. and Hildale, on the ruggedly beautiful Utah/
don’t remember the reason a science degree, maybe? Diana Davis is the Film Producer Arizona border.
for the denials, just that one Angie Hanks and Liahona and Founder of the non-profit After Jeffs was imprisoned, the town
was the Cedar City Junior Axelson were university MoviesMakingADifference, a nonprofit film began to gradually open up but, by the time
Ballet. They resubmitted and students in the spring of company that makes socially conscious Davis' production rolled into town, it became
was granted a total of $1,150 2017. They both received films highlighting the injustice of Human clear that the town was very much still split
over the next five years. some money to upgrade Trafficking, Child Labor, Child Marriage, between Fundamentalists clinging to the old
They finally got too big for their instruments. I like to Slavery and Spiritual Abuse and then directly Church ways that do not tolerate 'outsiders'
us, and are now a viable think that they are teaching aids the survivors upon whom the films shed and others trying to break away from its
group that is able to receive aspiring young musicians
Rap Tax money on its own. somewhere on those same This
I like to think that we instruments. stirring and
controversial
had a hand in the Do you remem- movie will star both
growth of that ber when Cami Hollywood actors
group that has Dailey received alongside 28 actual
provided dance funds to create survivors.
opportunity for a stained glass
so many young window to go
dancers over over the front
the past thirteen door of Jensen’s
years. Vacuum and
A group that did Sewing Machine
receive a $200 grant Repair on Main Street?
was the Scarlet and Black That is one grant project
Bagpipe Band. According to a that all of us enjoy on a daily
former member, that group basis.
went until maybe 2011, when Our grant monies—a
the leader was ready to fancy term for high finance
move on to something else. :)—have supported so many
If we gave support to such diverse needs. We’ve funded
an unusual group for just a workshops, recording costs, Courtesy RRFF
few years, that was a worthy art supplies, venue rental,
use of our funds, I think. music scores, and perhaps light. Often those very survivors appearing in past and find a future. This led to some
In August of 2012 my my favorite, the performance the films themselves. unique problems regarding locations, extras,
records show a grant to a of the Nutcracker Ballet in Davis, who also personally rescues many releases, catering and just about everything
group called the Cedar City Escalante one blizzardy night of the young people, says she stopped else that goes into making a film.
Children’s Musical Theatre. in December 2017. counting last year having aided over 150 The film stars Don Most of TVs "Happy
Was that the beginning of We have granted about survivors of such atrocities. This was made Days", Winsor Harmon from "The Bold and
the fine children’s theater $64,000 in thirteen years; possible by raising awareness through their the Beautiful" and Jud Tylor from "That 70s
that is presently rehearsing our budget has tripled, first movie "Cathredral Canyon" which won Show", the film production was in town for
The Wizard of Oz, I wonder? our number of applicants “Audience Choice for Best Feature” film at the almost thirty days and saw everything it had
If so, how pleased I am again doubled in that time. You Palm Beach Int'l Film Festival and through to offer, both good and bad.
to think that we maybe gave could become part of my grants and fundraising events. There will be a red carpet Western States
a young organization a head grant history. The next As a nonprofit, there were some Premiere screening and a related panel on
start as a still flourishing deadline is August 31st. If particular challenges of filming her last human trafficking at the Utah Film Market
community arts group. your need is in the arts, film, "Cult Cartel", in the actual town August 25 starting at 7:15pm at the Dixie
And then there were look up the application on that inspired it. The first feature for Convention Center in St. George, Utah. Passes
some individuals who our website, https://www. MoviesMakingADifference was “Cathedral to this festival are now being sold at utah-
received some grant money. cedarcityartscouncil.org. Canyon” that was filmed in Phoenix when filmmarket.eventive.org/passes at special
An applicant named Carin The joy of funding those Warren Jeffs was still in power before his advance rates that increase every day until
Miller received a camera to requests never gets old! arrest. Davis said, they reach full value.12 Wednesday, August 18, 2021 showcase Iron County Today
Iron County Today showcase Wednesday, August 18, 2021 13
USF set to introduce two new plays through
its Words Cubed Program
from Donn Jersey author. Born in Binghamton, New York,
Director, Development & Communications he first honed his storytelling skills
performing as a stand-up comic across
CEDAR CITY — The Utah the country. He has authored several
Shakespeare Festival’s Words Cubed full-length plays, as well as over thirty
program for new play development short plays, and numerous other works.
is set to introduce audiences to two The staged readings of these
exciting and insightful plays this plays will be followed by discussions
season: The Virgin Queen Entertains between the playwright, actors, and
Her Fool will play August 25, and 27. audience members. “The post-reading
Polar Bears, Black Boys, and Prairie discussions provide playwrights a
Fringed Orchids will be performed unique opportunity to engage in
August 20, 21, 26, and 28. The staged dialogues with audiences about the
readings begin at 9:30 a.m. in the Eileen work,” said Livingston. “In our process,
and Allen Anes Studio Theatre. Tickets the playwrights pose questions to
are on sale by calling 800-PLAYTIX, the audience as well as listen to the
going in person to the Ticket Office feedback of these astute theatre-goers
at the Beverley Center for the Arts, or who love new work. The focus of this
visiting www.bard.org. photos Courtesy USF artist-audience interaction remains
“The chance to steward a process in Prolific and professional playwrights Vincent Terrell Durham (Left) and Michael firmly fixed on the play.”
which playwrights get to sit in a room Hollinger (Right) will nurture the new work of nationally recognized and emerging Words Cubed is designed to nur-
playwrights in their workshops.
with talented actors and insightful ture the new work of nationally-rec-
directors for a whole week and pick a successor, as her presumptive heirs Playwright Vincent Terrell Durham ognized and emerging playwrights and
apart the beats, intentions, and partic- are both raising armies to slaughter says Polar Bears, Black Boys, and Prairie allow them to workshop their plays in
ular words of a play—and change them each other and claim the throne. But Fringed Orchids “is an invitation to front of an audience and then receive
when necessary—to develop an even the Virgin Queen blunts her pain with eavesdrop on a last-minute cocktail feedback from the actors and audience.
stronger piece of theatre is thrilling,” poppies and the entertainments of her party hosted by a well-meaning In addition to the Words Cubed
said Derek Charles Livingston, director fool. (Murder ballads! Puppets! Fart white couple in their newly renovated readings, tickets for the Festival’s
of new play development/artistic jokes!) What's a privy councilor to do Harlem brownstone. Molly Castle and regular season plays are also on sale.
associate. “This program—Words to settle the matter and save the realm? her husband Peter have invited Jaquan, The 2021 season includes The Comedy
Cubed—is a privilege and responsibil- It's a tragedy, albeit dressed in motley.” a Black Lives Matter activist; his plus- of Errors, Pericles, Richard III, The
ity the Festival offers these works and Hollinger is a prolific and much one, Shameeka; a business owner and Pirates of Penzance, Ragtime, Intimate
the greater theatre world.” celebrated playwright, with numerous author; and Rita Dupree, the mother of Apparel, Cymbeline, and The Comedy
Playwright Michael Hollinger productions around the country, a recently slain twelve-year-old. The of Terrors.
introduces his play, The Virgin Queen off-Broadway, and abroad. Awards cocktail conversation, in ways witty NOTE: The plays in this series
Entertains Her Fool, with his tongue include a Steinberg New Play Citation and cutting, quickly gives way to the are written for contemporary adult
firmly in his cheek: “It’s 1570-some- from the American Theatre Critics emotions and issues revealing some audiences, and some plays may contain
thing, in an unfamiliar European coun- Association, a Los Angeles Drama of the complexities of contemporary themes and language not appropriate
try, and Queen Adalia—mother of us Critics Circle Award, four Barrymore America.” for children and that some may find
all—is rapidly dying. High time to name Awards, and many others. Durham is a playwright, poet, and offensive.
International dance instructor becomes Assistant Professor at SUU
by Ashley H. Palmer How can we train our minds and bodies to create
SUU College of Performing & Visual Arts sparks of truthful connection with our audience?
How can we create work that nourishes our com-
The Department of Theatre, Dance, and munity’s needs for honesty, constructive provoca-
Arts Administration (TDAA) at Southern Utah tion, intimacy, and the most elusive, controversial
University (SUU) is honored and thrilled to wel- thing of all, beauty? She is delighted to join the
come Andrea Vazquez-Aguirre to their faculty as faculty in the Department of Theatre, Dance, and
a new Assistant Professor of Dance. She is a cross Arts Administration and relocate to Utah with her
disciplinary dance artist and did her graduate husband, pianist James J. Kaufmann.
work at the College of Brockport, State University Nick Blaylock, Associate Chair of the
of New York, and her undergraduate work at the Department of Theatre, Dance, and Arts
National Conservatory of Dance in Mexico City. Administration, says, “The students can look
Professor Vazquez-Aguirre has a decade of forward to Andrea's global-mindedness and
experience teaching full-time in higher education multicultural perspective, and I have no doubt
in institutions of diverse philosophy and focus. they will enjoy her calm, focused intention in
She teaches in Italy over the summer, and hopes the classroom. Andrea's responsible work ethic,
to bring SUU students with her in the near eagerness to work collaboratively, and plethora of
future. She shares, “This coming fall semester, I’m contributions to the program make her invaluable.
excited to teach Ballet, Cross Cultural Dance, and She is also simply a kind person and great to be
Dance Ensemble – where the process of crafting around, so the dance faculty is very fortunate to
choreographic work with dance majors always welcome Andrea as a colleague, and I am excited
has some collaborative component. I look forward for the work ahead.”
to nurturing curiosity, generosity, rigor, risk, joy, The College of Performing and Visual Arts at
and thoughtfulness in my courses, and to connect SUU is eager for Andrea Vazquez-Aguirre to serve
with colleagues across campus.” Courtesy SUU
as a new Assistant Professor of Dance. We look
Vazquez-Aguirre performed profes- Andrea Vazquez-Aguirre forward to her including her international exper-
sionally with companies such as Bill Evans tise in the classes she teaches for SUU students.
Dance Company, Latina Dance Theater creative and pedagogical work are: How can a For more information about the Department of
Project, Geomantics Dance Theatre, and teacher facilitate experiences that might propel Theatre, Dance, and Arts Administration at SUU,
Dramadanza. Among the inquiries that drive her a class into revelations of the power of dance? please visit www.suu.edu/pva/ta.life
14 Wednesday, August 18, 2021
Community + Personal Interest in Iron County
Lantern Festival
Event provides uplifting lights for community after floods
by Corey Baumgartner
Iron Count y Today
Last Saturday evening in Cedar City,
near the mystical land of Kumandra,
hundreds of small bright lights made
their way slowly across the Lake at the
Hills. Some of the floating lanterns had
words of encouragement written on
them. With or without words, each was
a wish, a prayer, or just a magical thing
to do on a beautiful summer’s evening.
After the launching of the lanterns, the
movie Raya and the Last Dragon was
shown in the parking lot near the lake.
The event helped uplift and bring
the community together in a positive #cedarcitytogether and help spread the
way after the challenges with the recent word about unity in our community.
flooding. Throughout the evening, people Share your pics of the festival using:
were encouraged to share their lantern #cedarcitytogether and on Facebook @
lighting and launching photos using cedarcityevents.
photos by corey baumgartnerIron County Today life Wednesday, August 18, 2021 15
“Hobo”
E ven without the
accompanying illus-
tration by Rockwell,
the word “Hobo” can bring
awkward memories and
helping, or not helping
enough. There’s also no need
for guilt and blame towards
those who are down on
their luck, even if they don’t
we’re visiting—but would
it surprise you that we also
have homeless children in
our community? While it’s
certainly easier to judge
even misunderstood images appear to want their luck (misjudge) adults who are
to our minds. It can also to change. We all have our homeless, it’s much harder
bring many other depictions difficulties and challenges to blame a child, right?
and definitions such as in life. We all have our What’s the moral to
Beggar, Homeless, Transient scars and scary moments. this rutty revelation?
and worse. Whether we pass Sometimes we each genu- Homelessness doesn’t care
them provisions, if you’re single,
or pass them by, married or how
it’s hard not to old you are.
ponder how they
came to such a
place and to also
be more grateful
the rut
Less Traveled
Homelessness
and hunger aren’t
always choices.
Even if they are
for the place Corey Baumgartner choices, I’ll bet
we’re at. news@ironcountytoday.com if you could ask
However, for someone how
some, gratitude they got to where
will not be good enough for inely need a hand and other they are, they could tell you
that moment and memory. times we need a handout. the moment they not only
Thankfully, there are many Need is need whether it’s at became homeless, but felt
such people and places in revealed at a kitchen table lost to the love and help of a norman rockwell
our community who go from or a soup kitchen, whether society they were once part
pondering to providing hope it’s revealed in a cozy of. They’ll tell you through Loss, etc. That’s why the sooner we will start loving,
and help, not just handouts. bedroom or cold cardboard tears of sorrow how they sooner we start seeing healing and creating ways
They see past their pasts to box. feel less like a vagabond and beyond the carboard signs to help them not just get
be able to help them in their With that being said, more like an outcast…like and cardboard boxes—see- back on their feet, but live
presents. Thankfully, we can while it may not surprise they’ve lost their chance at ing homeless people as productive lives. I’m not just
also each be a part of that you that we have homeless being human, or loved. just people in a different talking about children in
philanthropic process if we people in our communi- Know what else doesn’t places—we’ll start seeing need. Homeless adults are
choose to. ties—we see them often care about age, wage answers. The sooner we stop someone’s child, too.
Now, there’s no need when we go to the store, or stage of life? Hunger, blaming the system or their By the way, what would
for guilt or blame for not library or other public place Heartache, Pain, Regret, decisions and lifestyles, the your cardboard sign say?16 Wednesday, August 18, 2021 life Iron County Today
calendar
Wed, August 18 organization, Canyon Creek Services. Info:
grifolsgeocash.com/
have a vehicle you would like in the show,
visit/call (435) 586-6595.
NATIONAL COUPLE’S DAY SUMA: SPECIAL EXHIBIT – CORSET AS ART CHARACTER SKETCHES “Hugo Awards
(Mon – Sat, 11am – 6pm) @ SUMA (13 South - Dramatized works of SciFi or fantasy of the
CHARACTER SKETCHES “Hugo Awards 300 West, Cedar City). FREE admission. Held previous year.” (Each Wed 6:30-7:30pm) Cedar
- Dramatized works of SciFi or fantasy of the in conjunction with the Utah Shakespeare City Library [303 N 100 E] (435) 586-6661. All
previous year.” (Each Wed 6:30-7:30pm) Cedar Festival (USF) and their production of Intimate skill levels welcome.
City Library [303 N 100 E] (435) 586-6661. All Apparel. Info: www.suu.edu/suma.
PATCHES 4 PATRIOTS FUNDRAISER @ Panda
skill levels welcome.
MESSIANIC DANCE WORKSHOP (3:30-5pm) Express (1872 W Cross Hollow Rd) 20% of
@ Cedar City Library (303 N 100 E). Come and eligible sales will be donated to the group.
learn Ancient Judeo-Christian dances and Participants will need to bring the paper flyer
Thurs, August 19 songs from the scripture. Easy and fun INFO: or show it on their smartphone, or bring in
(702) 460-2317. this newspaper ad, for the sale to qualify.
FESTIVAL CITY FARMERS MARKET (9am to
WORLD PHOTO DAY 1pm), @ 45 W Center Street. Every Saturday
ART IN THE PARK (9am – 5pm, Thurs - Sat) rain or shine. Artwork, baked goods, crafts,
@ Frontier Homestead State Park (635 N Main custom semi-precious stone, costume jewelry, Tues, August 24 Thurs, August 26
St., Cedar City). $4 person. Artists demon- farm fresh produce, homemade brownies &
strate/sell their art at tables while musicians candies, home style treats, homemade jams KOBE BRYANT DAY NEIGHBORHOOD SLOW ROLL (6–9pm) @
perform throughout the day. To participate & jellies, homeopathic items and 100% real Bicentennial Soccer Fields (700 N 400 W,
honey. Free gift for fathers. BOOK SIGNING – OPEN HOUSE (6:30-8 pm) Cedar City). All forms of active transportation
call Jana (435) 865-1441, Frontier Homestead
Local author Rosalyn Eves will be celebrating are welcome! Join for food, fun, music, games,
(435) 586-9290. SATURDAY FARMER’S MARKET (9am to the release of her newest book, “Beyond the and prizes! Free corndogs/swag bags while
SUMA – CREATE PLAYDATE (12:30 – 1:30pm) 1pm), Saturdays @ IFA, 905 S Main. Good Mapped Stars,” @ Frontier Homestead State
weather outside, bad weather inside. Farmers supplies last. *Parking is limited
@SUMA (13 S 300 W, Cedar City). FREE and Park (635 N Main, Cedar City). Come for books,
open to the public. Each Create Playdate is with vegetables, fruits, eggs, honey, baked prizes, food, and more!
geared toward preschool children (ages 3 to 5) goods & breads, meats, tamales, food
vendors, hand-crafted items including soaps, 60TH ANNUAL UTAH SHAKESPEARE
and their parents/guardians. Every book read
lotions, jewelry, clothing, home décor and FESTIVAL (8pm, w/2pm Matinees) FREE
is followed by a make-n-take activity. INFO:
gifts for all ages. For booth prices & info: (435) nightly Greenshow at 7:10 pm, backstage
(435) 586-5432 and Facebook. This week’s book:
559-1657. tours, seminars, and play orientations.
“They All Saw a Cat” by Brendan Wenzel.
Featured plays: ‘Pericles’ (Thru Sept 9),
EXPLORING CONSCIOUSNESS AND NATURE HILLS FARM – DINNER AT THE ‘Richard III’ (Thru Sept 10), ‘The Comedy of
SPIRITUALITY (7-8:30pm) 6 week class. Crescent FARM (5:30pm – 10:30pm) @ Nature Hills Farm Errors’ (Thru Sept 1), ‘The Pirates of Penzance’
Heights Clubhouse. Get together with like- (4326 N 2100 E, Cedar City). Farm Dinner-Share (Thru Oct 9), ‘Ragtime’ (Thru Sept 11),
minded individuals for teachings and discussion Holder Rate $60, Farm Dinner-Couples Rate ‘Cymbeline’ (Thru Oct 9), ‘Intimate Apparel’
with Carla Fox, shamanic practitioner and $140, Farm Dinner-Single Seat is $80; RSVP (Thru Oct 9), ‘The Comedy of Terrors’ (Thru Oct
energy healer. Info: (435-708-1440) (no text). required. Tickets available online at www. 9) & Words Cubed (Thru Aug 28). Tickets/Info:
naturehillsfarm.com/farm-dinner.html. Gather call 1-800-PLAYTIX (752-9849) or visit www.
at 6 pm for appetizers, drinks, live entertain- bard.org. THE WIZARD OF OZ (CCCMT) (7pm,
Fri, August 20 ment, mingling. Dinner served at 7 pm. INFO:
Heather (435) 559-2791. Seating is limited for 26th-31st – not Sun) @ Heritage Center
Theater (105 N 100 E, Cedar City). Doors open
this adult-only event.
NATIONAL RADIO DAY
RED ACRE FARM: FARMER TO FORK DINNER
Wed, August 25 6:30pm. Tickets online and at the door $10,
reserved seating $15, and pre-sale general
ROCK CRAWLING COMPETITION (Fri and (6pm – 9pm) @ Red Acre Farm (2322 W
BANANA SPLIT DAY seating at $5 available at www.cccmt.org.
Sat – 10AM to 4PM) @ Three Peaks Recreation 4375 N, Cedar City). Tickets $85 per person INFO: Wendy (435) 705-5008 or text (435)
Area. Admission $20 per car load/family or available online, www.redacrefarm.csa.org/ 592-0083.
individual tickets $10 each. For tickets/info event-details/farmer-to-fork. Menu created by
what we freshly harvest. Several courses are IRON GAMES FITNESS FESTIVAL (26th
visit www.supercrawl.rocks.
served throughout the evening farm style (or – 28th) Designed to celebrate the athlete
BREAKS STAR PARTY – (Every Fri, Sat, that lives inside each one of us. INFO and
family-style.) Offerings include full vegetarian
Sun, 9-11pm) @ North View Overlook (the REG: www.theirongamesfitnessfestival.com.
& Vegan options, grass-fed meat dishes.
last overlook in Cedar Breaks closest to
Discussion and questions from the guests
Brian Head – Hwy 143). Cost $10 per person,
will be encouraged. INFO: www.redacrefarm.
15yrs. and younger are free. National Parks/
Interagency America the Beautiful passes
are accepted. Rangers provide telescopes
csa.org.
IRON COUNTY FAIR: MUD BOG (6pm) @ Fair Want your
and a formal program at the top of the hour,
then an informal constellation tour will be
Grand Stands (471 40 S, Parowan), come
early for the 5pm Mud Run. Tickets $12 adults event on our
given. Dress warm and bring chairs, blankets.
Participants welcome to bring their own
telescope and red flashlights. Info: (435)
and $8 children/seniors. Advanced tickets
available at the Parowan & Cedar City Visitor
Centers and online at www.ironcounty.net.
calendar?
986-7120 or www.nps.gov/cebr. Gates open at 4:30 pm for advance ticket
holders and 5 pm for general admission. COOL AUGUST NITES CAR SHOW (6–9pm) @ There is no charge for calendar items.
Bradshaw Chevrolet (360 N Main St, Your submissions can be made online
OPEN MIC NIGHT (7:30-9:30pm) @ Lions Cedar City), admission FREE. All proceeds go
Sat, August 21 Club Park – Cedar City. Bill Smith will be
reciting his poetry. All other performers are
to Richard Batt and his medical expenses.
at ironcountytoday.com, or emailed to
news@ironcountytoday.com or brought
The event includes a raffle, food (hot dogs, to 389 N 100 W, #12, Cedar City, Utah
SENIOR CITIZENS DAY welcome. The more that perform, the better chili, soda, et.c), a fun kid-craft corner, annual 84721. The deadline is Friday at noon. The
it will be! t-shirts for sale and, not to be forgotten, the calendar is not to be used for advertising.
VALENTINE PEAK PARK RUN (Every Sat, amazing cars on display. Bring the whole Items will be printed at our discretion.
8am) @ Iron County Fairgrounds. FREE, family down and join us for the night. AIf you
weekly, timed 5K run/jog/walk. Open to all
ages and all abilities - each week we have Sun, August 22
a Tail Walker, so you will never be last.
Organized by volunteers. Join us! Info/Reg: TOOTH FAIRY DAY
parkrun.us/valentinepeak. “If suffering brought wisdom, the
IRON COUNTY FAIR: ATV/UTV EXPEDITION dentist’s office would be full of luminous
(9am) Begins at Iron County Fair Grounds (471 ideas.” Mason Cooley
40 S, Parowan). Registration $15 per person
and available online: www.ironcountyfair.net/
events/atv-utv. Bring your own ATV/UTV. Be
sure to wear a helmet!
Mon, August 23
SWEET PEA FARM & ORCHARD: FARM HEROES DAY
BREAKFAST (8–11am) @ Sweet Pea Farm &
Orchard (136 S 600 W, Parowan), pricing per ART FOR THE BREAKS (Mon – Thurs, 9am
item ranges $2.50 – $7.50. Info: (435) 531-6461. – 9pm & Fri – Sat 9am – 6pm, thru August) @
Cedar City Library (303 N 100 E). All proceeds
RENTWAPO-WORKS FARMERS MARKET benefit Cedar Breaks Education Programs. All
(Saturdays 9-2pm), (4871 N Enoch Rd.) Eggs, pieces are priced to sell at great prices from
pecans, popcorn, hand crafted items, home regionally recognized artists. Info: Artisan’s
decor, indestructible dish/pan scrubbers, baby Gallery (435) 586-4850.
blanket & booty ensembles, homeopathic
items. A fun and unique shopping experience GRIFOLS GEOCASH TREASURE HUNT (July
for all ages. Turn your passion into profit – August) Community treasure hunt. Our
and have your own booth. Info – Linda wonderful local businesses and community
435-559-1657. are giving back and supporting ourYou can also read
