Mt Pleasant Youth City Council is inviting all youth 14 to 18 to the end of school year celebration…May 9 from 7 to 9 pm. You don’t want to miss this!!

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Bring your USA flags for proper destruction.  10:00 am May 16, 2026 at the Mt Pleasant City Park bonfire pit.

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BBB Scam Alerts

Consumers confused, upset amid hundreds of unlicensed and unverified online gambling and gaming sites Millions of consumers across North America wager money online every day, placing bets on sporting events, taking part in casino-type games and wagering in prediction markets, even as online gambling and gaming straddles the line of ethics and legality. From 2022 to mid-2025, BBB received nearly 200 BBB Scam Tracker reports and over 10,000 business complaints related to online gambling and gaming. Some scam reports involved outright theft, while complaints showed a pattern of unclear terms and consumer misunderstandings. In some cases, consumers lost tens of thousands of dollars. This nascent industry’s growth is expected to explode in the coming years. At least one estimate for 2025 puts the size of the online gaming industry in the US at $103 billion. That number is expected to increase to nearly $170 billion within five years. With billions of dollars flowing through this global industry, a risky underbelly of pseudo-gambling, illegal gambling and scams has developed. Because of the sophistication of these impostors, bad actors and scammers, it can be hard for consumers to tell the difference between a legitimate bookkeeper, casino or betting company and those seeking to deceive or steal from the public. To help protect the public, BBB’s International Investigations Initiative put together a new study: “Grey markets and illegal gambling: BBB study finds consumers confused and upset, amid hundreds of unlicensed and unverified online casinos and sportsbooks.”  This study is intended to give the public, news media, researchers and regulatory agencies an in-depth understanding of: The web of gaming and gambling laws and regulations The types of online gaming Red flags to look out for when choosing an online casino  One man said he was playing an online slots game where he paid in for the chance to win money. When he won $1,900 and went to withdraw the funds, he was told by the company that the game wasn’t allowed in his state, and the payout could not be made. When he looked at the website, however, they still were allowing people located in the state to sign up and play, and there was no mention of the game being banned when he deposited funds. Meanwhile, a woman in California said she was playing a slots game with free spins. It was a site she used often, and she had previously deposited money to play. While using her free spins, she won $300. The website pivoted, saying she needed to deposit funds to get her winnings, despite those terms not being listed anywhere on the website. Red flags: Learn these signs Big promises around payouts Tempting ads without details Overseas business locations Sweepstakes-style games Payment through cryptocurrency Typos in names BBB’s tips: Read your state’s or province’s laws Check to see if the casino or sportsbook is licensed Read reviews and complaints, especially on BBB.org Check out the fine print, especially around incentives and rules Even legitimate websites may freeze winnings, be prepared Be sure websites are secure – look for a lock icon and “https” in the URL – and disclose privacy policies If you believe you have a problem with gambling, contact the National Problem Gambling Hotline (1-800-GAMBLER) Where to report scams: BBB Scam Tracker Federal Trade Commission (FTC) or call 877-FTC-Help Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI) or call (202) 324-3000 Canadian Anti-Fraud Centre or call 1-888-4

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Delta Classic Rock Crawl Brought to you by TreadLightly!

187 S Manzanita Ave, Delta

Come out for some “old school” rock crawling action. Event includes class divisions ranging from mild to wild and a rock race! Spectators get in free with free camping on-site.
Event starts at 1:00pm Friday and 10:00am Saturday.

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Join us for our 2nd Annual Senior’s Art Expo on Saturday, May 23rd from 2-3:30pm.  View over 100 pieces of artwork, showcasing the talents of our residents from Pioneer Valley Lodge.  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 light snacks, live music and a chance to win a free goodie basket.  The event is sponsored by the Utah Division of Arts & Museums under the Creative Aging Grant and hosted by Pioneer Valley Lodge.

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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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