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Oregon Downs Lady Utes
Published on September 15, 2009 at 11:37PM
SALT LAKE CITY (AP)—Sonja Newcombe had 21 kills and Neticia Enesi had 17 more as the #12 Oregon Lady Ducks overpowered the Utah Lady Utes, 3-1 in womens’ college volleyball at the Huntsman Center Tuesday. Karolina Bartkowiak and Sarah Hibbert had 13 kills apiece to pace the Lady Utes, who lost for the first time at home in 13 matches. The win improved Oregon to 7-0 on the young season.
Memphis Downs River Cats in Game 1
Published on September 15, 2009 at 11:30PM
MEMPHIS, Tenn. (AP)—David Freese had the sole RBI of the game to lead the Memphis Redbirds to a 1-0 win over the Sacramento River Cats Tuesday in Game 1 of the Pacific Coast League Finals. Jaime Garcia earned the win for Memphis as he scattered three hits in over six innings of work. The River Cats did themselves no favors as they stranded 18 on base on the evening. Game 2 will be Wednesday at Memphis.
Prep Sports Roundup: 9/15
Published on September 15, 2009 at 10:20PM
RICHFIELD, Utah (AP)—Amelia Osmond posted a hat trick and Ali Rosquist added two more goals as the Manti Lady Templars smoked the Richfield Lady Wildcats, 6-0 Tuesday in Region 12 soccer action.
DELTA, Utah (AP)—Emily Christensen scored the game-winning goal in overtime and Elise Waddingham and Hailee Holt also scored to lead the Delta Lady Rabbits to a 3-2 win over the North Sanpete Lady Hawks in Region 12 soccer action Tuesday. Haley Ence and Melissa Christensen each scored in the loss for North Sanpete.
GUNNISON, Utah (AP)—Baylie Pender and Rachel Sawyer each scored a goal for the Beaver Lady Beavers as they blanked the Gunnison Lady Bulldogs, 2-0 in Region 13 soccer action Tuesday.
MOAB, Utah (AP)—Keri Brunson amassed four goals while Krystyn Stevens added a hat trick to lead the Millard Lady Eagles to a 9-1 win over the Grand Lady Red Devils Tuesday in Region 13 soccer action.
MT. PLEASANT, Utah (AP)—McKelle Anderson had 11 aces for the North Sanpete Lady Hawks to lead the way in a 3-0 rout of the Emery Lady Spartans in Region 12 volleyball action Tuesday.
MANTI, Utah (AP)—Tauni McFarlane had 13 kills for the Manti Lady Templars, but it wasn’t enough as they fell to the Jab Lady Wasps, 3-2 Tuesday in Region 12 volleyball action.
KANAB, Utah (AP)—Savannah Cooper posted 13 kills and four blocks while Callie Jackson added six kills and three blocks as the Kanab Cowgirls bested the Millard Lady Eagles, 3-0 in Region 13 volleyball action Tuesday.
ATV Jamboree commences in Richfield
Published on September 15, 2009 at 04:08PM
(RICHFIELD) – The Annual ATV Jamboree got underway Monday at the Richfield Park where hundreds of ATV enthusiasts from all over the world gathered for the weeklong event. Sevier County Event Coordinator, Kevin Arrington, said the weather didn’t stop the four-wheelers from rolling. Arrington said he wanted everyone who has access to an ATV to gather at the swimming pool Wednesday afternoon at 5:30 to try to break the Guiness Book of World Records of the longest ATV parade in history. ATV Jamboree activities will continue in our local area all week long.
Showerheads May Harbor Dangerous Bacteria
Published on September 15, 2009 at 03:36PM
(WASHINGTON D.C.)—Researchers at the University of Colorado have found that showerheads can harbor tiny bacteria that come spraying into your face when you wash. This is not really a health hazard for people with normal immune systems, but people with cystic fibrosis or AIDS and people undergoing cancer treatment could have cause for concern. The researchers tested 45 showers in five states as part of a larger study of the microbiology of air and water in homes, schools and public buildings. The findings appear in the Proceedings of the National Academy of Sciences. The lead author says it’s probably “not dangerous” to take showers, unless your immune system is compromised. For those seeking to be exceptionally careful, researchers not the microbes have a harder time clinging to all-metal showerheads.
Feds Approve New Swine Flu Vaccine
Published on September 15, 2009 at 03:31PM
(WASHINGTON D.C.)—The Food and Drug Administration approved the new swine flu vaccine Tuesday, a long-anticipated step in the government’s process to get vaccines underway next month. Health and Human Services Secretary Kathleen Sebelius announced the vaccine’s approval to Congress and says she hopes to get the first limited supplies distributed early in October. The bulk of vaccines will start arriving October 15 and Sebelius said eventually it should be available at 90,000 sites around the country. Sebelius said there would be enough vaccine available for everybody eventually, but that certain people would be sent to the front of the line, including children and pregnant women.
Calls From Jail Violate Protective Order, Raise Awareness of Do Not Call List
Published on September 15, 2009 at 03:26PM
(SALT LAKE COUNTY)—Salt Lake County Sheriff’s deputies are explaining how a man with a no-contact order against him could call his estranged girlfriend 45 times from the county jail. Salt Lake County Sheriff’s Lieutenant Don Hutson says while all calls were tracked and monitored, the onus is on the victim to ask to be placed on a jail “do-not-call” list. Investigators say 23-year-old Vincent Swanson of Salt Lake City made the 45 calls to his ex between July 23 and September 11. While several calls were made during the initial booking process, deputies say Swanson made additional calls and his victim accepted them. Swanson has been awaiting trial on three separate domestic violence cases involving the same woman. He was charged with 45 new Class A misdemeanors for violating a protective order.
Utah Agency Makes $300K Payment for Hunter Access
Published on September 15, 2009 at 03:21PM
(SALT LAKE CITY)—Utah’s wildlife division has agreed to pay a sister state agency $300,000 to allow hunters and anglers to continue using its land. Budget cuts earlier this year prompted the State Division of Wildlife Resources to cut its annual $579,000 payment to the Utah School and Institutional Trust Lands Administration. The wildlife agency has agreed to a partial payment to the trust lands administration this year but will ask state lawmakers in January to make up the difference. The annual payment is part of a 10-year agreement between the two agencies that began in 2007. The agreement provides hunters’ access to most of the 3.4 million acres controlled by the trust lands administration. In exchange, the agency agreed not to make any business deals that would keep hunters off the land.
More Adults Going Back to School For Help In the Economy
Published on September 15, 2009 at 03:16PM
(SALT LAKE CITY)—Horizonte Instruction Center in Salt Lake City says they saw a 30 percent increase of people going back to school. At Granite Peaks Learning Center, there was a spike of 20 percent as of the end of the last school year. Ken Kapptie, the Granite Peaks coordinator, says many of people have worked for years are now finding they need a diploma in order to get better jobs in this languishing economy. Nevertheless, Kapptie says people should know that in Utah, the GED, is now an alternative high school diploma and may not work for all companies or situations. The Wall Street Journal reports a 7 percent increase across the country in people taking tests to get their diplomas or GED. In some states, the GED isn’t worth much by itself, unless it can be used as a stepping stone to higher education.
Teen Arrested in Assault of 6-Year-old Girl
Published on September 15, 2009 at 03:11PM
(WEST VALLEY CITY)—There are new details in the case of a 6-year-old girl assaulted and found bleeding in a West Valley City backyard. Police have arrested the 17-year-old who reported finding the girl while he was mowing his lawn. The girl’s father says he wants people to know the boy is not the hero he’s been portrayed as and that he wants justice exacted for what the boy reportedly did to the girl. On Friday, the teen, who lives in the neighborhood, said he heard the girl crying while taking a break mowing the lawn and that he was behind a fence. When a neighbor arrived to help the girl, she claimed the boy pulled the girls’ pants down and was in the process of regaining consciousness. West Valley City police will not confirm or deny the arrest of the 17-year-old boy although the victim’s family did confirm it. Currently, the girl is trying to get back in the swing of things again.
Nevada Won't Allow Utah's Concealed Carry Permits
Published on September 15, 2009 at 03:06PM
(SALT LAKE CITY)—A group of Utah gun owners is upset by a decision made by Nevada law enforcement not to accept concealed carry permits issued in the state. The Nevada Sheriff’s and Chiefs’ Association based their decision on the fact that Utah does not require permit holders to take a test on a shooting range before issuing a concealed carry permit. However, members of Gun Owners of Utah and the Utah Shooting Sports Council tell the Salt Lake Tribune such a test does not indicate if a person is competent to hold a permit. Utah permits are currently accepted by 33 other states.
Founder of Macey's Grocery Stores Passes Away
Published on September 15, 2009 at 03:01PM
(SALT LAKE CITY)—Walt Macey, the founder of Macey’s Grocery Stores, passed away Monday at the age of 90. His family says he died of natural causes incident to age. He founded Macey’s in 1947, when it was called the “Save-A-Nickel-Market.” From there, it grew into a chain of numerous grocery stores throughout northern Utah. Macey served as president of the Salt Lake Grocers Association, among other positions and was once a recipient of the National Food Industry’s “Spirit of America” award and the “City of Hope” humanitarian award. Macey was preceded in death by his wife Mary Lewis. He is survived by three sons, two daughters and wife Anne Brockbank Snow.
Utah Gets $788K From Feds for Increasing Adoptions
Published on September 15, 2009 at 02:57PM
(SALT LAKE CITY)—Utah is getting $788,000 from the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services for increasing the number of children adopted from foster care. States use the adoption incentive funds they’re awarded to enhance programs for abused and neglected children. Monday, the department announced it was awarding $35 million to 38 states and Puerto Rico. The Adoption Incentives program was created as part of the Adoption and Safe Families Act of 1997. The program gives states $4000 for every foster child adopted above a 2007 baseline, plus $8000 for every foster child 9 and older, and $4000 for every other special needs child adopted above the respective baselines.
Primary Children's Kicks off Fundraising Campaign
Published on September 15, 2009 at 02:50PM
(SALT LAKE CITY)—A fundraising program for Primary Children’s Medical Center is getting underway. Today (September 15)-October 15, volunteers will go door-to-door seeking donations for Pennies By the Inch campaign. Every cent raised goes to help children who are currently being treated at Primary Children’s. Last year, the hospital spent more than $13.3 million to cover more than 11,300 hospital visits by needy children. The hospital has 259 beds that hold the most critically ill and injured children in a five-state area. Primary Children’s is the only full-service children’s hospital in the Intermountain West. It’s also one of ten pediatric trauma one hospitals in the nation.
Former teacher faces sex charges
Published on September 15, 2009 at 12:53PM
(ST. GEORGE) – A former Dixie High School teacher awaiting trial on sexual battery charges now faces new sex-related charges. According to the Deseret News, court records show that 63-year old, Ronald Sherman faces charges in Iron County for allowing a seven-year old girl to see him naked. He told investigators it was at the girl’s request. Records indicate that Sherman now faces new charges of aggravated sexual abuse of a child and lewdness involving a child. Sherman already is accused of inappropriately touching students in his Dixie High ceramics class in 2007. He resigned from teaching and has pleaded not guilty to sexual battery charges in Washington County.
Zion's gets environmental award
Published on September 15, 2009 at 11:16AM
(ZION’S PARK) – Zion’s National Park has received an environmental award for decreasing both waste and emissions at the park. The award went to the park’s Green Team for reducing the waste caused by disposable water bottles in the park and the amount of carbon dioxide emitted during the transportation of bottled water to the park. The team installed stations for filling water bottles to encourage visitors to drink from reusable containers. The Green Team was also responsible for ending the sale of bottled water within Zion’s National Park. Zion’s was one of six national parks that received the award. Others included Bryce Canyon National Park, Yellowstone, Grand Canyon and Denali National Park in Alaska.
Shurtleff attacks Bennett on Obama moment
Published on September 15, 2009 at 10:52AM
(SALT LAKE CITY) – Utah Attorney General Mark Shurtleff is attacking Sen. Bob Bennett for applauding Pres. Obama on discrediting opponents calling for “death panels” in his health-care reform legislation. In recent reports, former Alaska Gov. Sarah Palin, called Obama’s end-of-life consultations, “death panels”. Obama made reference to the remark in his speech before Congress, calling it “a lie”. Bennett, one of the four members of the Republican Delegation, was the only one who applauded Obama for the statement, due to attacks on his own health-care sponsored legislation. Shurtleff campaign spokesman, Jason Powers, called the moment no surprise to see Bennett siding with Democrats on attacks on Sarah Palin but the Bennett camp is unapologetic for the senator’s action. Senate Office Spokesperson, Tara Hendershott, said misinformation is a disservice to the public.
Constitution meeting planned in Richfield
Published on September 15, 2009 at 10:28AM
(RICHFIELD) – A Glenn Beck-style Tea Party/Town Hall meeting will be held this weekend in Richfield to honor the signing of the U.S. Constitution. Featured speakers include Addyson Reynolds, a student from Wayne High School, whose patriotic speech won her first place in the Freedom Academy competition this summer at Camp Williams. Dr. L.S. Brown of Richfield will also speak on current legislation before Congress which threatens the Constitution. Matthew Caldwell will appear as Patrick Henry, a speaker who lectured widely on freedom and Carl Holmes of Richfield will also speak. The public is invited to attend the meeting to be held Saturday at 7pm in the basement auditorium of the Sevier County Administration Building. The meeting is free to the public.
GJ man injured on Coal Mine Road
Published on September 15, 2009 at 09:04AM
(SALINA) – A Grand Junction, CO. man was taken to the hospital with possible injuries after a rollover on Coal Mine Road off of I-70 Monday night. According to a UHP report, 27-year old, Adam Witherspoon was traveling eastbound in a 1997 Chevy Cavalier, when he saw a semi coming his way and lost control of his vehicle at about 8:30pm. The report said that Witherspoon applied his brakes and went off the left shoulder of the road and rolled on his top. He was transported to the Sevier Valley Medical Center in Richfield with possible injuries. His passenger, 28-year old, Nicholas Burk, also of Grand Junction, was not injured. Both men were wearing their seatbelts.
District contract launches investigation
Published on September 15, 2009 at 08:41AM
(PANGUITCH) – A contract between the Garfield County School District and a former business administrator has launched an investigation by the state auditor. At issue, is a contract signed by former business administrator, Justin Baugh and the school district for a two-year deal that gave Baugh $68,000 per year salary, plus medical insurance, sick leave and a retirement fund plan. Reports show that when Baugh was six months into the contract, he suddenly resigned and demanded the district pay up. Acting Superintendent, Janice Hatch, said an on going investigation doesn’t permit her to say much about the matter. Hatch said her contract doesn’t read like the one Baugh signed. Utah State Auditor, Austin Johnson, confirmed his office is investigating the contract. Baugh had no comment on his contract investigation.
Police attempt to identify Hispanic man
Published on September 15, 2009 at 07:36AM
(GUNNISON) – Police are still trying to positively identify a Hispanic man who was found wandering in a hayfield, between Gunnison and Mayfield Saturday night, bloody, bound and gagged. According to Sanpete County Sheriff Sgt. Greg Peterson, a farmer on a tractor was approached by a man at about 8pm whose wrists were tied together with shoe laces. He was also gagged with a piece of cloth tied around his head through his mouth and covered in blood. Peterson said the man had no identification on him and appeared to be in a daze. Detectives said they believe they have a positive identification of the man but they want to interview him before releasing the information. Police have contacted a man who is believed to be the victim’s brother which may explain that the man has “extremely serious nose bleeds that happen all the time”. The man was last listed in stable condition at a Salt Lake area hospital.
Lightning burns Mt. Pleasant school
Published on September 15, 2009 at 07:05AM
(MT. PLEASANT) – A lightning strike burned down a small Mt. Pleasant school Monday afternoon. Reports say that at about 1pm, the lightning hit and tore through the roof of the Top Flight Academy, a school for troubled boys. A dozen staff and boys were in the building at the time of the incident when the two-story structure caught fire during a heavy downpour on Monday. Everyone in the building were able to get out before the structure burned to the ground. The owner of the building, Cindi Sainsbury, said the lightning shook the whole building and exploded a four-square foot cavity in the roof, which collapsed the roof and gutted the entire building. About a dozen firefighters from two agencies battled the blaze. The staff and boys will be staying temporarily in a nearby building until more permanent arrangements can be made. The academy is a licensed therapeutic residential treatment center for boys 12 to 17.