Life in San Juan
By Janet Wilcox
Contributing writer
With temples of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-Day Saints dotting the earth in these days, it’s hard to imagine the sacrifice that early members in foreign countries had as they traveled to a temple in the 1990’s.
Blanding dentist Andrea Twitchell recalls...
by Janet Wilcox
It may seem that life at the Four Corners Regional Care Center might be so-so, but for Becca Ivy, it’s sew, sew!
Becca has been happily residing there for several months and uses her sewing talents to make pillow cases for other residents.
She began sewing in 2007 when she lived...
By Courtney Tanner
SLC Tribune
Chasity Light was lost in thought, watching her clothes spin quiet circles at the laundromat during her regular Saturday errand in Montezuma Creek when a panicked woman’s voice broke through.
“Who lives to the north? Does anyone live to the north?”
Light thought the...
Monticello native Kirk Hoggard’s earliest memories of music date back to when he sung the Unicorn Song by the Irish Rovers and won accordion lessons at the age of seven.
During high school Hoggard was involved in music programs, was twice awarded all-state tuba player, and received jazz band honors...
by Sally Jack
Recently we were enjoying a breakfast buffet in the sunroom of a motel in New Mexico, when a truck pulled into the parking lot and backed up near the window. “Orkin,’ it said. ‘Pests, mosquitoes, termites, and cockroaches,’ followed by the ominous ‘and more,’ (meaning bedbugs, which...
For the past two years, Gordon has been the driving force behind Recovery Day in Monticello, dedicating his time and heart to creating a celebration of healing, hope and second chances.
His commitment to individuals in recovery goes far beyond a single event – he works year-round to ensure that no...
Ann has served in her community, in various aspects, for many years.
Helping many as the President of the San Juan Credit Union.
She was instrumental in starting “Bountiful Baskets” so families could have access to fruits and vegetables at an affordable price.
She and her husband, Clark, run the...
ATV’s will be all over San Juan County this weekend as the annual San Juan ATV Safari is back.
Rides throughout all of San Juan County will give visitors and locals alike an opportunity to enjoy great views in perfect weather.
The 23rd annual safari starts on Wednesday September 17 concluding on...
Car enthusiasts and reminiscing area residents will congregate in Monticello on the evening of Saturday, September 13 for an epic “Drag Main” Extravaganza!
Look for lights, treats and more at the new headquarters of Westcott Motors on South Main.
Cruise to the sounds of the ’70s, ’80s and ’90s...
by Kara Laws
Contributing writer
All business owners should be creating a business they can sell later. This is especially true in our small towns where we see too many Main Street businesses closing up shop.
One day you will want to retire. And you only have two options: 1) Close down and walk...
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