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Nanette Bramwell’s Miracle Theatre presents It Could Always Be Worse, an interactive play. Audience participation is a must, so you might get to come up onstage and be part of the fun!
The story comes from a Yiddish folktale. It’s winter, and a poor, unfortunate man is stuck in his tiny house with his six children, his wife, and his mother. The noise is driving him crazy! He follows the advice of his rabbi, and things go from bad to worse. But don’t worry, this show has a happy ending!
It Could Always Be Worse will be held on May 29th, in the Eva Beal Auditorium located upstairs at 50 South Main Street in Manti. Admission is free thanks to our generous sponsors. Curtain is at 7:30 PM. Seating is first-come, first-seated, so arrive early for the best seats. On-street parking is available. Handicap accessible.
Bring your family and friends, this show is for everyone! See you at the theatre!
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Join us for our 2nd annual Kid’s Art Expo on Saturday, May 30th from 2-3:30pm. View over 150 pieces of artwork, showcasing the talents of grades K-5. The event starts at 2pm with a special red ribbon cutting. This is a free family-friendly event, open to the public. There will be kid’s snacks, an art challenge, library books available for check out and chance to win free art supplies. The event is sponsored by the Logan Library.
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How to avoid conflicts with rattlesnakes in Utah this spring and summer
SALT LAKE CITY — With warmer weather on the near horizon, rattlesnakes will begin emerging from their winter dens, and you may encounter one while hiking or spending time outdoors. Here are some tips to help you stay safe and aware while recreating outside this spring and summer.
Rattlesnakes in Utah
Native snakes are an important part of Utah’s ecosystem. There are five rattlesnake species in Utah, and the most common is the Great Basin rattlesnake, which is a subspecies of the Western rattlesnake. Rattlesnakes help to reduce diseases that are spread by rodents, and their dens may provide shelter for other snake species.
“It is important to become more knowledgeable about the rattlesnakes that you may encounter around your residence or during outdoor recreational activities,” Utah Division of Wildlife Resources Native Herpetology Coordinator Alyssa Hoekstra said. “Being aware of species you may encounter is a great way to be proactive in avoiding any unwanted interactions with rattlesnakes and prepares you to respond in a safe manner.”
Rattlesnakes are most active during the late spring and early summer months. This is when they are on the move, looking for food, water and mates. Although their activity levels peak at dawn and dusk, rattlesnakes can be encountered at all hours, especially in the spring.
Rocky benches, high-elevation slopes and dry canyons are the most common places in Utah to encounter rattlesnakes, often while people are out hiking, rock climbing or biking. However, you may also encounter rattlesnakes at lower elevations and in open areas. Individual rattlesnakes move around a large area (known as their “home range”) and will usually move on from a specific location within a short period of time.
A rattlesnake’s camouflage helps it to blend into its surroundings, so you may pass by a rattlesnake and never know it.
What to do if you encounter a rattlesnake
Rattlesnakes are protected under Utah law, making it illegal to harass or kill one. Rattlesnakes use their venom to subdue prey so they can eat it, and a snake will only bite defensively if it feels threatened.
Rattlesnakes do not chase people and will stop aggressive or defensive behavior once you are far enough away. Snake bites are quite rare, and harassing or trying to illegally kill the snake greatly increases the risk of being bitten. Never corner a rattlesnake or get close enough for a bite to occur.
When you are out hiking, make sure to always watch the trail ahead of you and check carefully before stepping over rocks, reaching onto ledges or sitting down on a rock or log. Keep your hands and feet where you can see them and avoid reaching into dense brush or crevices before visually checking to make sure they are clear.
“Like most wild animals, rattlesnakes fear humans and will do anything they can to avoid us,” Hoekstra said. “If a snake is feeling threatened, it may act in defense. The best course of action is to maintain a safe distance from rattlesnakes and other native snake species.”
If you do encounter a rattlesnake, the following tips can help you — and others — stay safe:
Remain calm and stay at least 10 feet from the snake. Make sure to give it plenty of space. If the snake is in the middle of the trail, step off the trail and go around it.
Do not try to kill the snake. Doing so is illegal and greatly increases the chance that the snake will bite you.
Do not throw anything at the snake (rocks, sticks, etc.). Rattlesnakes may move toward you as they attempt to flee.
Alert other people to the snake’s location. Advise them to use caution and to avoid getting close to the snake. Keep children and pets away.
If you hear a rattle, try to locate where the sound is coming from before you react, so you don’t step closer to the snake or on top of it.
There is no need to kill a rattlesnake for fear of its return to an area. If you do repeatedly see a rattlesnake in a problematic area or if you encounter a rattlesnake in a public park, yard or play area, you can contact the nearest DWR office to report it.
Helping prevent rattlesnake encounters with dogs
To avoid conflicts between dogs and rattlesnakes, keeping your dog on a leash is highly recommended — especially when you hike during the late spring and early summer months. Allowing your dog to roam without a leash increases the likelihood of a rattlesnake encounter. You can also do rattlesnake aversion training for your dog, which can help them learn to avoid rattlesnakes.
Pet owners should also be aware that not all emergency veterinary hospitals keep antivenom at their facilities. Be sure to check with the emergency veterinary hospitals in your area to learn which locations keep antivenom in stock, so you know ahead of time where to take your pet if it’s bitten by a rattlesnake.
What to do if you or someone you are with is bitten by a rattlesnake
Rattlesnake bites are a serious medical emergency and require getting medical attention at a hospital as soon as possible. Rattlesnake bites in the U.S. are seldom deadly, especially when the appropriate medical care is received.
If you are bitten by a rattlesnake:
Do not attempt to suck the venom from the wound — this can introduce bacteria from your mouth to the bite and can increase the risk of infection.
Do not apply heat, cold or a tourniquet to the bite; these steps may increase the risk of tissue damage.
The best course of action is to remain calm and immediately go to the nearest hospital.
If you regularly recreate in areas outside of cell phone service, you may want to consider investing in a satellite phone for emergencies.
Keeping rattlesnakes out of your yard
Depending on where you live, you may occasionally find a snake in your yard. Here are some useful tips to help keep rattlesnakes out of your yard:
Reduce the number of places that provide snakes with shelter. Brush, wood, rock and
junk piles are all things you should eliminate from your yard.
Control rodent populations: Bird feeders may draw rodents to yards, which in turn can attract snakes.
Block off crawl spaces. Large holes underneath sheds and porches can provide shelter for rattlesnakes.
Don’t leave standing water in your yard. Rattlesnakes may come to water sources, especially during drought years.
Identifying a rattlesnake
Gopher snakes (also referred to as bull snakes and blow snakes) are very abundant in Utah. They are often mistaken for rattlesnakes due to similarities in their appearance and behavior. When alarmed, gopher snakes hiss loudly, flatten their heads into a triangular shape, curl their bodies into an S-like shape and vibrate their tails.
A rattlesnake’s tail is wide and blunt — and tipped with a rattle, hence the name. A gopher snake’s tail is slender, pointed and lacks a rattle. However, rattlesnakes may lose their rattles or sometimes may not rattle when they are disturbed. Do not count on a rattlesnake to reveal its presence by rattling.
Rattlesnakes also have broad, triangular-shaped heads and vertical eye pupils, while non-venomous snakes in Utah tend to have longer snouts and round pupils. If you cannot identify a snake you encounter, the best course of action is to move away and treat the snake as if it were venomous.
You can get additional rattlesnake safety tips on the Wild Aware Utah website. You can also listen to the DWR Wild podcast to learn more information about rattlesnakes in Utah.
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Thank you to those who have already donated. Funding is getting close, but some is still needed. They would like to start the memorial project this summer:
To send donations, mail to:
American Legion Post 31. “For Veterans Memorial”, 380 South 500 West, Manti, UT 84642
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What hunters should know for the 2026 Utah spring turkey hunts
SALT LAKE CITY — Utah’s spring general-season turkey hunts are underway, and if you like the idea of getting outdoors and harvesting your own delicious bird, now’s the time to buy a permit and research an area to hunt.
Utah’s youth turkey hunt runs from May 1-3, and the spring general-season turkey hunt runs from May 4-31. Youth can continue hunting during the general-season hunt if they don’t harvest during the youth hunt.
“Turkey hunting is a great way to get outdoors in Utah during the spring,” Utah Division of Wildlife Resources Upland Game Coordinator Heather Talley said. “It’s also a great species to target for anyone who is new or just getting into hunting.”
Buying a turkey permit
Permits for Utah’s statewide spring general-season turkey hunt went on sale on March 10. You can buy a permit for the statewide general season anytime before the hunt ends on May 31. These permits are available online or at a variety of license agent locations and Utah Division of Wildlife Resources offices.
For more information on turkey hunting regulations and other details, check the 2025-26 Utah Upland Game & Turkey Guidebook. Hunters should note that rimfire firearms and air rifles are not legal for the spring turkey seasons. The free guidebook is available on the DWR website and in the Utah Hunting & Fishing app.
Utah turkey populations
There are two turkey subspecies that live in Utah: Rio Grande and Merriam’s. There are currently between 33,000 to 38,000 wild turkeys throughout the state.
“Winter conditions were pretty mild this year, and we haven’t seen any evidence of winter kill in Utah,” Talley said. “With mild winters the last two years, we’ve seen an increase in turkey numbers in most parts of Utah. However, the dry conditions led to a decline in population in southwestern Utah. But overall, hunters can expect to see a decent amount of turkeys during this spring’s hunts.”
Where to hunt
Rio Grande turkeys are usually found at lower elevations. River bottoms scattered with cottonwood trees and areas composed of mostly oak and pinyon-juniper woodlands are some of their favorite spots. However, some Rio Grande populations in Utah have adapted to behave differently from Rio Grande turkeys in other states, and may travel to higher elevations between ranges of typical Rio habits and where Merriam’s reside. Merriam’s turkeys are typically found in ponderosa pine forests at higher elevations.
Visit the Hunt Planner for other detailed information on where turkeys can be found throughout Utah.
General tips
If you’re planning to hunt, try to get out and scout a few days before your hunt begins. Becoming familiar with the area and locating where the turkeys are is key to a successful hunt. You should spend time observing the turkeys’ daily patterns so that during the hunt, you can set up in an area where the birds will be active. Typically, more turkeys are harvested between 10 a.m. and 2 p.m. than during any other time of day.
“Turkeys are often found on private property, so be aware of the land ownership in the area you’re hunting and remember that you must get documented permission from the landowner before you can hunt on their property,” Talley said. “Also, calls and decoys can greatly increase your success, so take time to practice with those beforehand. And lastly, while turkeys can’t smell you, they do have incredible eyesight, so be sure to wear camo that matches the terrain and sit very still prior to taking a shot.”
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