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Bees lose the first game of a doubleheader before bouncing back to win the second 06/15/2008 07:17:23 AM GMT
The summer sun could have been to blame for the Salt Lakes Bees' loss in the first game of a doubleheader with the Las Vegas 51s on Saturday. But it helped contribute to a 6-4 victory for the Bees in the second game of the doubleheader at Franklin Covey Field.

PCL: Las Vegas wins opener vs. Bees 06/14/2008 07:05:10 AM GMT
Matt Brown and Dee Brown typically make up the third and fourth spots on the Salt Lake Bees' lineup. But they usually don't hit consecutive flyouts in the first and ninth innings of a game, just as they did in the Bees' 6-4 loss to the Las Vegas 51s at Franklin Covey Field on

Bees lose Figgins 06/13/2008 05:33:51 PM GMT
Posted: 11:32 AM- The Los Angeles Angels of Anaheim announced Friday that infielder Chone Figgins has completed his injury rehabilitation assignment with the Salt Lake Bees and will return to the parent club.

Bees: Bees can't rally vs. Tacoma 06/13/2008 07:10:40 AM GMT
Inning by inning, the Salt Lake Bees tried to battle out of a loss to the Tacoma Rainiers. But in the end, they could not overcome an early deficit, falling 7-4 in the final game of a four-game series with Tacoma in front of 6,112 at Franklin Covey Field on Thursday.

Bees: Bees able to withstand a Tacoma rally 06/12/2008 07:00:35 AM GMT
The Salt Lake Bees weren't ready to let the Tacoma Rainiers . . . well, rain on their winning streak. Despite blowing a three-run lead earned in the first inning on Wednesday, the Bees went on to post a 7-5 win against the Rainiers in front of 4,170 at Franklin Covey Field.

PCL: Early offense lifts Bees 06/11/2008 07:08:26 AM GMT
The Salt Lake Bees didn't waste any time. A single, a double and a sacrifice fly led to a four-run first inning Tuesday that sent the Bees to a 7-4 win in the second game of their four-game scheduled series at Franklin Covey Field.

Bees: Salt Lake picks up win with late HRs 06/10/2008 07:38:22 AM GMT
After pulling together some late-game heroics, the Salt Lake Bees picked up their second victory in as many nights Monday, defeating the Tacoma Rainiers 8-7 to start a four-game series.

COMING MONDAY: Zion National Park works to reduce carbon footprint Sun, 15 Jun 2008 14:38:00 EST

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Today's sports schedule Sun, 15 Jun 2008 11:28:00 EST

Hot, dry and windy in Southern Utah Sun, 15 Jun 2008 11:20:00 EST

Soothing Sounds Sun, 15 Jun 2008 04:56:00 EST
Soothing notes filled the air in Zion Canyon as flute enthusiasts took part in the 4th Annual Zion Canyon Art and Flute Festival on Saturday. Rick Wixom, Springdale's town manager, said thousands of people will walk through the weeklong festival that ends at 5 p.m. today. "It's just a whole different experience," Wixom said of the festival. "If anyone has any interest in flutes, they should come." The event is organized by Springdale, Zion Canyon Flute Circle and the Arizona Flute Circle, and includes workshops, live performances and afternoon and evening concerts. In addition to the live entertainment, approximately 80 art and American Indian flute booths are nestled near Zion's striking red mountains. A three-day flute school was also conducted Monday through Wednesday, Wixom said. John Bearinside of Las Vegas, who plays the American Indian flute, attended the festival on Saturday. Bearinside said the instrument has a unique sound. "The flutes are handmade so you are dealing with natural material," he said. "It goes right into the soul." He said selecting the right flute to purchase is "all in the tone." "My personal preference? I don't care what it looks like. If it touches my ear, I know it will touch others," he said. Flute artisans filled the majority of vendor tents at the festival, but art, jewelry and other crafts were also for sale. Mitch Smith of Ft. Mohave, Ariz., is a self-proclaimed flute enthusiast. He attended the event with his wife, Susan Smith. Mitch said he became interested in the flute after learning how to play the didgeridoo, a wind instrument native to Australia. He said the pentatonic scale, played on the flute, is pleasant to hear. "When you listen to it, it's soothing and it speaks to you," Mitch said. And while Susan may not play the flute, she said she enjoys listening to her husband play. "Music enhances human nature and brings out the good in people," she said. "It's a way of relating to nature." The talent of musicians and artisans at the festival also impressed Mitch, he said. That talent also impressed Manja and Dave Midgley of St. George. Dave, a beginning flute player, said he was enjoying the variety of flutes and music at the festival. But even people who do not consider themselves flute enthusiasts can enjoy themselves, he said. "We brought people up to the concerts, and they thoroughly enjoyed it. It was phenomenal," he said. Both said they wished venues in St. George would include flute musicians in summer concert series. Manja said the flutes have a "mellow" and soothing tone. "It just touches the soul," Dave said. The Zion Canyon Art and Flute Festival is open today from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Admission is $1.

Families enjoy Tardeada Baile Sat, 14 Jun 2008 22:00:00 EST
ST. GEORGE - Parents, children and relatives spent family time on the eve of Father's Day by attending Tardeada Baile at the Dixie Sun Bowl on Saturday.

More than 300 runners compete for the gold at USG Sun, 15 Jun 2008 05:47:00 EST
CEDAR CITY - The 5 and 10K races drew more than 300 runners Friday and Saturday for two of the most successful races in Utah Summer Games history. According to race coordinators Alan and Liz Gudmundson, of Cedar City, about 175 runners laced-up for the 5K and about 150 took on the challenge of the 10K race. "I think instead of vacation, people are saying 'let's do the Utah Summer Games,'" Alan said. The Gudmundson"s coordinated the race for the first time and Alan said his only regret was not being able to run. "I set the course myself, though," Alan said. To make it more exciting for runners and to boost them during the race, Alan said he tied balloons and painted the road along the course to mark the distance. To further encourage runners, Alan enlisted the help of his son, Joseph, a bagpipes player, who played at the finish line. "It brought a level of energy and excitement," Liz said. They expressed gratitude for the help of the Utah Highway Patrol, which closed the road to make it safer. "They only did it for the 5K," Alan said. "But we really appreciate them doing it." Alan said the conditions for the races were perfect. Both started the appropriate distance up the canyon and finished at Main Street Park. "As the air warmed the runners got a good tailwind," he said. According to the Gud-mundson"s, several runners set personal bests. "I"m fairly sure they were records," he said. "Their times were under five-minute mile times." A 5K race is 3.1 miles. Aaron Melter won the race with a time of 14:24.7, which is about 4.625 minutes per mile. Second-place finisher Tony Jones finished just behind Melter at 14:56.2, or 4.696 minutes per mile. "There"s always a tailwind out of the canyon," Alan said. "But those are still fast times."

Tuacahn presents "Les Miserables" and "Sound of Music" Sun, 15 Jun 2008 05:07:00 EST
Its a story of redemption and forgiveness, a tale of love in all its varied forms, and after huge success on Broadway its been released to just eight professional theaters nationwide, one of which is Tuacahn. Sewn together by powerful music that speaks of mercy, loneliness and love, Victor Hugos "Les Miserables" comes to life every Tuesday, Thursday and Saturday through Oct. 18, under the direction of Scott S. Anderson, artistic director for Tuacahn Center for the Arts. "I call it the second greatest story ever told," Anderson said, noting the portrayal of justice and mercy throughout the show. And after auditioning more than 1,000 people for some 42 roles, Anderson is confident that "vocally this cast is going to knock you out." Playing alongside the much-anticipated "Les Mis" is one of Rodgers and Hammersteins most familiar works - "The Sound of Music," taking place every Monday, Wednesday and Friday through Aug. 15. "They're great companion pieces with each other," said director Rodger Sorensen. "Sound of Music brings with it the endearment, the story, the characters and music that we all know." Carrying the leading male roles in both shows is Timothy Warmen who plays Jean Valjean in "Les Mis" and Captain von Trapp in "Sound of Music." Despite his years of Broadway experience, Warmen said going back and forth between the two can be a bit tricky to balance, particularly when rehearsals run from 2 p.m. to 2 a.m. But he said, "I can tell you I throw everything into it." Part of Andersons approach to casting the show was to find people with amazing voices but who could also perform the roles from an acting perspective. A number of those auditioning had performed title roles in the Broadway and touring companies of "Les Miserables" but Anderson said, "Its exciting to see someone new approach the role." Several of the actors and actresses perform in both summer shows, but none with such a difference in characters as Heidi Anderson who plays Mother Abbess in "Sound of Music" and Madame Thanardier in "Les Miserables." "One night I'm a saint, one night I'm a sinner," Heidi Anderson said, laughing. Mother Abbess is usually remembered for the inspirational guidance she offers to Maria when she sings "Climb Every Mountain." Contrasting that with Madame Thanardiers crass and comical number "Master of the House" in "Les Miserables" has given Heidi a wide range of experience. "Its a great way to be two different people during the week," she said. But Heidi is not the only actress to note the differences in her two characters. Actor John Preater has also found unique insights into each of the shows by contrasting the two characters he plays Marius, the revolutionary who falls in love with Cosette, in "Les Mis" and Rolfe, the "17 going on 18" telegram delivery boy who catches Liesels eye, in "Sound of Music." In each of these shows one of the main themes is freedom, Preater said. Both Marius and Rolfe start out with a sense of innocence and over the course of the shows they grow up; Rolfe chooses power over things that might be more important, like relationships, and Marius moves relationships to the forefront when his perspective is changed by death and war. For those familiar with "Les Miserables," Tuacahns version will offer some noticeable changes. For starters, the staging will be completely different since Tuacahn does not have the rotating circular stage platform typically used in productions of "Les Mis." But Scott Anderson said they will be able to offer audiences more because of the outdoor facility, including live cannons and gunfire during the battle at the barricade and live animals on stage as well. Even without the rotating stage, Anderson said people can expect to see a "pretty fast paced show." As for "Sound of Music," Sorensen said he knows people are coming to see the show they know, so the play will focus on the familiar depiction of characters, staying true to a combination of the film version and the stage version. For Sorensen, one of the highlights in working on this show has been the children. "They bring such a freshness and energy," he said. "Its something that is part of the endearing quality of "Sound of Music." The casts for both shows comprise members of the professional acting community in New York, Los Angeles and more, but this year there are several local faces as well, something Scott Anderson said showcases the great talent available right here within the community. In addition to the local actors, musicians from the area provide live music for both shows. "I think you'll be surprised at how good they are," Scott Anderson said. Both "Les Mis" and "Sound of Music" opened for audiences with two preview performances each last Monday through Thursday, with the season officially opening on Friday. Tickets for both shows are doing well with "Les Miserables" tickets selling faster than any show in Tuacahn's past. "This has been the busiest June we've had," said Lisa Knowlton, Tuacahn box office manager. "People are just really excited about this show." But if you're still looking for great seats, Knowlton said there are plenty available during July, August and beyond. Tickets for "Les Mis" are $20-$56; for "Sound of Music" prices range from $20 to $44. For more information log onto www.tuacahn.org or call the box office at 652-3300.

Woman ran over on I-15 in Mesquite Sat, 14 Jun 2008 22:00:00 EST
Her car was found later in a business parking lot in Mesquite.

Women's retreat is Aug. 8 through 10 Sat, 14 Jun 2008 22:00:00 EST
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Arrests Sat, 14 Jun 2008 22:00:00 EST
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LaVona Spencer Baker Sun, 15 Jun 2008 04:25:00 EST
LaVona Spencer Baker, resident of Kanab, Utah, passed away peacefully on Friday, June 13, 2008. LaVona was born in Glendale, Utah, on January 6, 1934 to Ella Margaret Cox and Howard Spencer. She graduated from Valley High School in Orderville, Utah, and attended Dixie College. LaVona married Lloyd G. Baker on July 16, 1955. She is survived by her husband and four children Jeanine (Gary) Johnson, Carol Sue (Vance) Evans, Sheri Lyn (Derek) Lamb, and Bill (Lucinda) Baker; two sisters Emily (Keith) Anderson and Carla (Gordon) Carlson; four brothers Elvon (Nada) Spencer, Gerald (Elaine) Spencer, Dale (Mary Ellen) Spencer, and Jerry (Julie) Spencer; as well as seventeen grandchildren and nineteen great-grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her parents, a baby sister Jeanine, a brother Shirl, and a grandson Tom. She also loved animals greatly, and took in many stray cats, dogs, and teenagers.

Clarke Wallace Sun, 15 Jun 2008 04:28:00 EST
St. George - Clarke Wallace, 79, passed away peacefully on June 12, 2008, at DRMC surrounded by his family, after complications of pneumonia. He was born in Melrose, Massachusetts on July 7,

Evan Gardner Whitehead Sun, 15 Jun 2008 04:22:00 EST
Evan Gardner Whitehead, 89, passed away after a long and full life on June 12, 2008. He was born in the George F. Whitehead home, St. George, UT, October 29, 1918 to Chester Arthur Whitehead and Jessie Gardner. He was raised in St. George and attended Dixie High School. He married Mae Gubler September 14, 1940 in Santa Clara, UT; they were sealed in the St. George LDS Temple on July 11, 1942.

Summer Bulldogs sweep Snow Canyon Mon, 09 Jun 2008 21:44:00 EST
ST. GEORGE — The Virgin Valley Summer Dogs may have been shorthanded, but that didn't stop them from going about their business of playing baseball.

The thrill and heartbreak of competitive spelling Mon, 09 Jun 2008 21:42:00 EST
Flipping through the channels to catch the news, I happened on the finals of the Scripps National Spelling Bee . . . and forgot all about the news. The spelling bee drama was real, not hyped up like the news.

Heading into summer Mon, 09 Jun 2008 21:36:00 EST
Two young cyclists go through the Town Wash tunnel under Mesquite Boulevard Monday. The school year is over and life is good for whom the last school bell tolled on Wednesday.

Virgin Valley High says farewell to Class of 2008 Mon, 09 Jun 2008 21:39:00 EST
In pairs they walked into a gym filled with families, balloons and expectation.

No longer a statistic Sun, 15 Jun 2008 06:00:00 EST
As a defensive back for the St. George Blitz, Shawn Mitchell has essentially one responsibility - stop the opposing receiver from catching the football. It's a far cry from where Mitchell's life had been before he arrived in Southern Utah. When he's not making life rough for opposing pass catchers, Mitchell does his part to make life a little easier for youth through an organization called Impact. Mitchell recently shared his experiences as a former gang member in his native Oklahoma City at a barbecue the organization sponsored. "A lot of gang members come here because this is a prime place, with low to no crime," Mitchell said. "I'm not here to glorify it, but change can happen and God can change things." Mitchell had received a basketball scholarship to Northeast Oklahoma University, but ended up at "seven or eight different schools," in addition to having to support a daughter. He landed at Dixie State for the 2001 and 2002 seasons as a receiver, then left the game for two years to "get away from the clutter." "It gave me time to think," Mitchell said. "Looking back, I realized what happened to me was my fault, even as I was still blaming others." After two more seasons at Southwest Missouri State (2005-2006), Mitchell came back to St. George. When the Dixie Heat announced tryouts for the team, Mitchell was ready to step out and return to the game. "I never thought I'd end up making it and playing football again," he said. "I had two arena tryouts, but I kept the faith something would happen." Once Mitchell landed on the team that became the Blitz, he knew he was home. "The community here has been great. You still have to lock your doors, but you don't hear gun shots or have people hijacking cars," Mitchell said. "This place is family-oriented, and it's made a difference. "You learn discipline in football, but that helps a whole lot more." Mitchell has passed that impact on to his teammates, especially those like Drayton Woods who patrol with him in the secondary. "He's had a big impact on me. When I first got here, I didn't know anything about playing defensive back," said Woods, a 2004 Virgin Valley graduate who played linebacker. "I'm always asking questions and he's a really positive guy. "He's always bringing what he's got and he works hard every day." With his past a distant memory, Mitchell knows that as long as his thoughts and actions touch the life of at least one person for good, his mission has been served. "There's a sense of pride there when someone says One made it. I know I can,'" Mitchell said. Like the feeling of stopping a receiver from catching the football, Mitchell's life has made its mark, both on the field and off.

Equestrian competition wraps up Sat, 14 Jun 2008 22:00:00 EST
CEDAR CITY - Equestrian horsemanship is a blend of grace, poise and precision for horse and rider through a course with a variety of jumps.

Pair of unknowns win titles Sat, 14 Jun 2008 22:00:00 EST
ST. GEORGE - Two unknowns claimed top honors in the gross and net divisions at the St. George Summer Amateur on Saturday.

Thanks, dads! Sat, 14 Jun 2008 22:00:00 EST
The importance of fathers often gets overlooked. Particularly in the American culture, mothers typically get the bulk of the praise for raising children - teaching manners, providing good nutrition and a host of other components that help create upstanding adults.

LETTERS TO THE EDITOR Sat, 14 Jun 2008 22:00:00 EST
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Here are some answers to opinion-related questions Sat, 14 Jun 2008 22:00:00 EST
Working with opinion page materials certainly can be challenging at times. It's not as easy as some people might think.

Florida is home to many of U.S.'s top attractions Sun, 15 Jun 2008 00:01:53 MST
ORLANDO, Fla. Don't let high gas prices and rising airfare put a damper on your summer travel plans. If you're heading to the theme park capital of the world, there's plenty new to see and do.

Frills & Chills: A look at what's new at theme parks around the country Sun, 15 Jun 2008 00:01:53 MST
It's a big year for fans of theme parks and roller coasters all over North America.

Hard Rock lets grown-ups have as much fun as kids Sun, 15 Jun 2008 00:01:53 MST
If you're a parent or grandparent, chances are a kid has stumped you with a text message you couldn't decipher or a brand name you don't know.

No visitor shortage likely at 'recession-proof' parks Sun, 15 Jun 2008 00:01:53 MST
Amusement parks and water parks aren't likely to see a drop-off in visitors this summer, despite surging gas prices and the struggling economy, the head of North America's third-largest park operator says.

MormonTimes.com: Mormon Battalion honored at annual program Sun, 15 Jun 2008 00:01:29 MST
The 500 men and 32 women of the 1846 Mormon Battalion were honored in an annual program Saturday at the Assembly Hall on Temple Square.

It's showtime Utah Shakespearean Festival kicks off summer season Sun, 15 Jun 2008 00:01:16 MST
What plays the fiddle, has four hairy legs and a big nose? The Utah Shakespearean Festival. Kicking off the summer season, the USF will fill its stages with three of Shakespeare's great works, a couple of theater classics and a musical.

Bringing history to life Sun, 15 Jun 2008 00:00:46 MST
Douglas Payne Jr. has been spending this spring meeting and getting to know some long-lost relatives. And thanks to a Utah company, he has never had to leave his computer keyboard for his search.

25,000 Utahns can cash in on unclaimed list Sun, 15 Jun 2008 00:01:06 MST
Even wealthy people can use some extra cash like WordPerfect founders Raymond Noorda and Bruce Bastian.

Orem man fatally stabbed Sun, 15 Jun 2008 13:07:30 MST
An Orem man was fatally stabbed by his son shortly after 9 a.m. Sunday morning following an argument at the family's home.

Letter from the editor Sun, 15 Jun 2008 00:01:06 MST
The Deseret News has a long and distinguished history of journalistic excellence. We are completely dedicated to continuing that tradition.

Real Salt Lake: RSL posts rare road victory Sun, 15 Jun 2008 00:00:58 MST
The results weren't really there to justify the confidence, but Real Salt Lake was extremely upbeat nonetheless.

Shuttle caps mission success with smooth landing Sun, 15 Jun 2008 00:01:11 MST
Space shuttle Discovery and its crew of seven returned to Earth on Saturday and capped a successful expansion job at the international space station, more spacious and robust thanks to a new billion-dollar science lab.

'Trauma' author delves into the psyche Sun, 15 Jun 2008 00:01:16 MST
Patrick McGrath was born and bred an Englishman, but since 1971 he has written from the United States. He writes beautiful novels and short stories that often focus on psychologists and therapy.

Office cutbacks More employers slashing time off, pay for maternity leave Sun, 15 Jun 2008 00:00:46 MST
At a time when many consumers are scrambling for cash, working parents face an added source of pressure: a squeeze on maternity-leave pay and time off.

Crowd flocks to renovated Pioneer Park Sun, 15 Jun 2008 00:01:06 MST
Pioneer Park's renovation paid off with record-breaking attendance at this year's opening of the Downtown Farmers Market.

The worth of a good father Sun, 15 Jun 2008 00:00:53 MST
Popular culture often casts men, including fathers, as bumbling fools. That's not a new thing. In the early days of television, Ralph Kramden and Ed Norton blustered their way into stupid decisions every week, and they generally always were rescued by their wives. The same formula has worked for Bernie Mac, the Simpsons and countless other TV characters through the years.

BYU plays host to 150 potential football recruits Sun, 15 Jun 2008 00:00:58 MST
How would you like 150 potential football recruits dropped right on your doorstop on a near perfect summer day?

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