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Page 2 • The Independent / SUindependent.com • March 2019 Main Street will remain open, giving the merchants the spotlight and allowing more visibility during event. A St. George Passport will entice festivalgoers to visit the retailers on both Main Street and at Green Gate Village, giving them the opportunity to visit each of the stores. ST. GEORGE This year, in honor of the recent passing of Brad Stapley, the Green Gate STREETFEST Village stage will be named “The Brad Stapley Memorial Stage” sponsored by RETURNS IN Stapley Pharmacy, and a local nonprofit organization that is active in the community MARCH will be honored each month with a check By Ed Tracey for $500 in Stapley’s memory. In March, a check will be presented to Big Brothers Big St. George Streetfest will focus on Sisters of Southern Utah. being an adult and family-friendly festival There will be live music on the Brad in 2019 with more arts and crafters and Stapley Stage every month with dancing, more local musicians. Despite some big beer, and wine from 6 p.m. to midnight. changes, the event’s mission remains the All ages are free to enter, but one must be same: to revitalize the heart of downtown 21 or older to consume alcohol, and anyone St. George and make it a destination for 17 and under must be accompanied by a residents and tourists.

33rd Annual Springdale St Patty’s Celebration Saturday March 16th Town Parade 2:00pm

The festival showcases downtown parent. March 1 will feature Steve and businesses, local arts, vendors, and Festivities 2:30pm Amanda Stay at 6 p.m., Identity Crisis food and provides quality activities and Band at 7:30 p.m., and Retro Rising Band entertainment for everyone. With some 350 at 10 p.m. new apartments being built and soon to at Bit and Spur Lawn Some of the activities planned each open within just a few blocks of downtown, there needs to be more of a reason for them month include the following: to stay downtown. Organizers provide a —An axe-throwing booth. It’s all very consistent, clean, safe, outdoor nightlife safe and completely in an enclosed experience for the entire community. area. The nightlife event transforms —Vendor Village from 6 to 10 p.m. m m m downtown St. George into an outdoor featuring over 40 arts and crafts concert venue and street market and takes vendors and retail merchants with place on Tabernacle Street between Main First Friday discounts. Street and 100 W on the first Friday of each —Food Truck Row presented by Back Zion Brewery month from March through December, with Country Shutter and featuring food all of Green Gate Village roped off as the trucks and more from 6 to 10 p.m. Silver Reef Brewing Company’s Beer and Vendor opportunities are still available Beer Garden & Food Jazz Garden. at St. George Streetfest’s website. Live Music by Full Tilt Boogie Performance by Award Winning Utah Pipe Band Green Jello Sculpture Contest & Kids Zone

The Independent / SUindependent.com • March 2019 • Page 3 SUMA HOSTS 25TH ANNUAL ART AUCTION By Emily Ronquillo Celebrate the legacy, history and installation honoring past recipients of the SPEND THE future of Southern Utah Museum of Art LaRae King Friend of Art Award. during the 25th annual art auction Michael Bahr, education director EVENING March 22 from 5 to 8 p.m. After at the Utah Shakespeare Festival, WITH JESSE years of support from Rusty’s will return as this year’s emcee off his “Better With You” U.S. tour where he Ranch House and Milt’s along with Scott Burns. The played his hits to fans from coast to coast. Stage Shop, the auction live auction will feature a wide variety of media MCCARTNEY He recently announced that he is staying will be held for the first including paintings, out on the road in 2019 due to the success of time at SUMA. The new photographs, ceramics, AND his single, “Wasted,” with “The Resolution location invites guests to fused glass, and sculptures. Tour.” Jesse will be joined onstage by the mingle and enjoy artwork in Proceeds from the evening ECHOSMITH sibling indie pop trio Echosmith, who the space they helped build and will go toward SUMA’s upcoming exploded onto the Billboard Hot 100 in 2014 continue to support. SUMA’s galleries summer and fall exhibitions, which will AT BURNS when their breakout single “Cool Kids” also allow for more guests to attend the be announced publicly for the first time at went double platinum. In 2015, the band event and creates the opportunity to truly the auction. ARENA released “Bright” which was also certified showcase each artist’s work. By Jessica Killingsworth platinum. The band opened for acapella sensation Pentatonix on tour through 2018 Think back to the best concert you while also releasing their newest single have been to over the past few years. Where “Over My Head.” Siblings Noah, Sydney, did you go to see it? In the past, most of you and Graham are excited to release new would have answered Salt Lake or Vegas, music in March. because the St. George community simply The concert is sponsored in part by DSU’s didn’t host big-name rock and pop talent. student association as part of its annual We are glad to say those Dixiefest celebration. Last days are gone thanks to year, Dixiefest featured St. George-based Synergy Portugal the Man in a Entertainment. hugely successful show, Synergy and this year’s double Entertainment is headliner looks to build on committed to bringing that excitement. The Jesse world-class music McCartney/Echosmith New this year, guests will have the and production to ticket is also sponsored by opportunity to bid on different artistic southern Utah. Synergy Canyon Media’s The Planet experiences and workshops in addition to Entertainment co-owner 105.1 which will offer works of art in the silent auction. These Matthew Mizukawa is on-air ticket giveaways packages will range from a private glass- “The art auction is more than a excited to bring another leading up to the event. fusion workshop with Carrie Trenholm to fundraiser for SUMA,” said Jessica Farling, national act to St. George Tune in for your chance to a guided hike through director and curator of after the success of Daya and David win concert tickets and meet McCartney Zion National Park SUMA. “The money Archuleta in 2018. before the show. raised during the event with Michael Plyler. “Southern Utah is where I live, and Synergy Entertainment, in conjunction allows us to bring a rich The evening’s I know the people of St. George want the with DSUSA, is offering a limited number collective of nationally festivities will begin opportunity to experience great music close of specially priced student tickets for and internationally to home,” said Mizukawa. college and high school students. Students at 5 p.m. with a social recognized artists to On March 23 at 7:30 p.m., Jesse are encouraged to buy these $25 tickets hour on the Sam and the southern Utah McCartney and Echosmith will take the early as they will sell out quickly. General Diane Stewart Family community. The art Burns Arena stage as co-headliners for reserved seating tickets will be available Foundation Plaza just auction supports new an amazing night of music on the DSU for $35 and general admission floor tickets outside SUMA’s front doors with live music exhibitions that will share the beauty and campus. Tickets are on sale now and can be for $45. You can purchase tickets at DSU’s by Wilhelm, a local gypsy jazz band. Guests history of the region, boost tourism through purchased by calling the DSU box office at box office, by phone at (435) 652-7800, or by will be invited to enjoy drinks and hors cultural connections, and present new and (435) 652-7800 or online by visiting dsutix. visiting dsutix.com. d’oeuvres while perusing the artwork in diverse perspectives.” com. Don’t miss this chance to see Jesse the live auction before it begins at 6 p.m. The Art Auction features more work Jesse McCartney is known worldwide McCartney and Echosmith live at the The main gallery space will be transformed from local and regional artists than in for his platinum singles “Beautiful Soul” Burns Arena on the campus of DSU into a lively yet casual atmosphere with previous years. This year’s participating and “Leavin’.” His most recent song March 23. Please visit facebook.com/ music by Mountaintop Sound and a legacy artists include Arlene Braithwaite, Royden “Wasted,” was released in late 2018 to the synergyentertainmentlive for the most Card, Jenny Christiansen, Megumi Dold, TJ delight of his loyal fans. McCartney is fresh up-to-date details about this event. Eisenhart, Jeremy I Fagergren, Nick Froyd, Richard Hardin, Susan Harris, Willamarie Huelskamp, Brad Holt, Brian Hoover, Mary Jabens, Roland Lee, Glen Lyman, Andrew Kent-Marvick, Marta Mitchell, Valerie Orlemann, David Pettit, Micah Player, Michael Plyler, Ron Rencher, Debbie Robb, Mike Ryan, Tatiana Roulin, Kate Starling, Anne Steinhauer, Carol Stenger, Anna Tillet, Carrie Trenholm, Kim Twitchell, Robyn Twitchell, Katharine Villard, Diane Walsh, Mona Woolsey, Russell Wrankle, and Steve Yates. Additional auction items are provided by Art Works Gallery in Cedar 415 N. State St. #102 City and Thunderbird Foundation in Mount Hurricane, UT 84737 Carmel Junction. (435) 767-8943 Join the Southern Utah Museum of Art as it celebrates, and support the visual www.ChezDebi.com arts in southern Utah. Tickets are $50 for Friends of SUMA members and $60 for not-yet members. Registration is available online through Eventbrite or at go.suu.edu/ artauction. Page 4 • The Independent / SUindependent.com • March 2019 Health Insurance • Training • Advancement 401K • Paid Vacation • FREE Meal per shift

The Independent / SUindependent.com • March 2019 • Page 5 of the surface are BLM-administered and 1,276 acres are in private surface ownership by eight private landowners. Based on an ARIZONA HIKER RESCUED estimated two million tons of production annually, this lease could directly create FROM QUICKSAND AT ZION over 100 new jobs at the mine and indirectly increase employment by 240 to 480 jobs, NATIONAL PARK DOI including fuel providers, and positions in By Aly Baltrus maintenance, grocery stores, and retail ANNOUNCES stores. On the afternoon of Feb. 16, Zion and treat his leg. The successful lessee would be Dispatch received a report of a 34-year-old The next morning, the Utah DPS required to obtain additional federal, state, male visitor from Arizona whose leg was stuck helicopter responded from Salt Lake City. ALTON, SUFCO in quicksand. He was located approximately and local approval to develop, mine, and The ongoing winter storms in the area three hours up the Left Fork of the North decreased visibility for aircraft all morning. operate facilities on the affected public COAL Creek, also known as The Subway route from After a small break in the weather occurred lands. The lessee or the operator cannot bottom-up. His leg was buried up to his knee in the afternoon, the DPS helicopter was construct or operate a coal mine without the PROJECTS and he was unable to free himself. He had able safely extricated the patient with a appropriate licenses and permits from the hiked the Left Fork Trail with a companion, hoist rescue operation. The patient was Office of Surface Mining, Reclamation, and also from Arizona, when he became stuck. transported to an awaiting ambulance and IN UTAH Enforcement or the affected state and local On Feb. 14, the U.S. Department of He and his companion tried to free his leg to the hospital. governments, as required by the Surface the Interior announced that the Bureau of and were unsuccessful. His companion left Winter conditions at Zion National Park Mining Control and Reclamation Act of 1977. Land Management’s approval of two mining him with warm gear and clothing and hiked can be extreme, especially in the higher The SUFCO mine currently produces projects in Utah: the $12.3 million Alton to call for help. It was approximately three elevations. Colder temperatures, shorter approximately 5–6 million tons of coal per Coal Tract coal lease in Kane County and hours until she got cell phone service and days, snow, ice, and cold run-off can make year. The mine has been producing coal two coal lease modification proposals for the was able to call 911. easy hikes difficult and strenuous ones since 1941 and is one of the most productive SUFCO Mine in Sevier County, which will Zion Search and Rescue team treacherous. Visitors are advised to use and technologically advanced underground extend the life of the existing mine by up immediately assembled and began hiking extreme caution during poor weather events coal mines in the world. Coal produced by to five years. These approvals will further to locate the male. Rangers located the at Zion. the mine provides for the annual electrical the administration’s energy dominance companion close to the trailhead and household needs of approximately three and economic prosperity goals, leveraging tended to her as she was exhibiting signs of million people. American energy wealth and creating jobs hypothermia from hiking the three hours to The SUFCO mine lease modifications in Utah communities. call for help. will support employment for approximately Through the continued approval of coal After several hours, rangers located 383 direct mining jobs. Assuming most mine lease applications and modifications, the the male who was stable but suffering employees and supporting employment BLM has been able to support the success of from exposure, hypothermia, and extremity would be within Sanpete and Sevier coal development on federal lands, including injuries. Rangers tried for two hours to free Counties, these direct mine jobs represent the Alton and SUFCO coal mines. Secretarial the male’s leg from the quicksand in the some 3.6 percent of the non-farm employment Order 3348 made these actions possible by middle of the creek. Late into the night, levels in the counties. About 1,307 jobs in overturning the 2016 moratorium on all Rangers were able to free the male from the total would be created domestically through quicksand and began efforts to warm him new coal leases on federal land. The projects direct and induced economic activity. will help foster Utah’s continued economic The coal industry on public lands in expansion through access to premier Utah contributed $748 million in total natural resources in the most efficient and economic output in FY 2017. responsible manner possible. HB220 WOULD ALLOW THE On Nov. 28, 2018, the BLM Utah state office held a competitive sale of federal coal COUNTRY’S MOST on approximately 2,114 acres 30 miles south of Panguitch near Alton. The tract contains RADIOACTIVE WASTE COME approximately 40.9 million tons of in-place coal and an estimated 30.8 million tons of TO UTAH recoverable coal. The bid of $12,320,000 By Grace Olscamp by Alton Coal Development, LLC, was determined to be the high and acceptable House Bill 220’s clear intent is to bypass judgment on a 14-year old public health bid ensuring fair market value for the coal. current state law and ignore public health policy that was put in place to protect The lease covers a total of 3,581 acres of and safety for private business interests. Utah.” federal mineral estate, of which 2,305 acres That is why the Healthy Environment HEAL believes that this bill has even Alliance of Utah, or HEAL Utah, opposes further implications on an issue the state HB220, Radioactive Waste Amendments. has been grappling with for nearly a decade: This bill, sponsored by Representative Carl depleted uranium, a type of radioactive TANGO TRIO EXTASIS Albrecht, effectively eliminates the current waste that begins as class A but gradually hard ban on the disposal of class B and C gets more radioactive overtime, eventually PERFORMS AT radioactive waste in Utah. becoming even hotter than class B and C HB220 gives the Director of the Division waste. KAYENTA, SPRINGDALE of Waste Management and Radiation Control Ever since EnergySolutions first sought By Joyce Hamilton Board, a political appointee, the authority to to bring depleted uranium to Utah, the state permit the disposal of waste that wouldn’t has been wary of this waste. For the last seven Z-Arts and the Kayenta Center for Evan Orman, a cellist, a bow maker, and self be allowed under the state’s current class years, the Department of Environmental the Arts have teamed up to taught banoneon performer. B and C radioactive waste ban. Further, Quality has been conducting an assessment bring Extasis, an incredibly Sim is currently the associate HB220 would allow radioactive waste to on whether EnergySolutions’s disposal site talented trio, to southern concertmaster of the Colorado be classified solely at the time of disposal is stable enough to contain this waste as Utah. Z-Arts will host the Symphony, and Tilley is an rather than based on the potential long- it becomes more and more radioactive for Extasis performance March assistant professor and term impacts of waste storage. This would thousands of years. It appears that HB220 21 at 7 p.m. in the Canyon musical administrator for the Community Center in have the greatest impact on classification would require the division to only consider Lyric Theater Department at of unique waste streams, such as depleted depleted uranium as class A waste and Springdale. The Center for the University of Illinois. the Arts at Kayenta will uranium, that increase in radioactivity over ignore its increasing toxicity. Tickets for the Springdale host the March 22 concert time. “In 2018, the Division of Waste performance are $15 and at 7 p.m. in Ivins. Extasis “The 2005 ban on class B and C Management and Radiation Control can be purchased at zarts. will give an insightful and radioactive waste was passed with Board voted unanimously not to let org. Tickets for the Kayenta encouraging demonstration bipartisan support and was agreed to by the EnergySolutions bring depleted uranium to the students of Springdale performance are $30 and can company now known as EnergySolutions,” munitions to Utah because the Department Elementary School March 21 be purchased at kayentaarts. said Dr. Scott Williams, executive director of Environmental Quality’s assessment was at 2:30 p.m. com. The Canyon Community of HEAL Utah. “It bans some of the most still in progress,” said Jessica Reimer, policy Extasis has been Center is located at 126 Lion dangerous material in our country from associate at HEAL. “No decision that could performing for over 20 years. Violinist Claude Blvd. in Springdale. The Kayenta Center for coming to Utah. This bill would present impact depleted uranium should be made Sim and pianist Michael Tilley perform with the Arts is located at 881 Coyote Gulch Ct. increased risk to our health and safety until that thorough assessment has been in Ivins. by allowing the discretion of one person’s completed.” Page 6 • The Independent / SUindependent.com • March 2019 T: That’s certainly a unique reason to that happens. In the song you mention your S: To not be afraid to chase your start rapping. Are you still trying to keep father and what he’s done to motivate you dreams. You will face adversity and your up with them? Why have you decided to to keep going. Elaborate on that. fair share of disappointment. But don’t give keep up with the music all S: As emigrants from up, because if you have purpose and if you this time and make it a full- a country where, at the just keep pushing, you never know where it time pursuit? time, opportunity wasn’t will take you. You might just find yourself S: Well, with rap, there’s as accessible as they were at the top of your scene. And when you’re UTAH always been an aspect of here, he came to the states there, you’ll be able to look back and be being the coolest among to create a better life for proud of what you’ve done and who you’ve HIP-HOP others, but that’s not the his future family. He went become. So just don’t give up. reason why I do it anymore. through a lot. While I MUSICIAN Growing up, I was mention only my father in formally trained in poetry by the track, both of my parents SHAHZAD a PhD of English literature. have sacrificed a great deal So I had intensive studies on to give me the opportunity Find more music DISCUSSES the composition and analysis to do what I love. Because of of classic writings. When I that, I do this for them — oh, everyday at began truly listening to hip-hop and rap, and my brothers. Shout out to the brothers. “ON MY I realized that there was a familiarity to T: What sort of message would you like the art form. I began to see the parallel listeners to take away from “On My Own?” SUindependent.com OWN” between rap and poetry. Those poetic By Tabinda Syed devices I learned and grew to appreciate as a youngster are in this music. I thought it Utah native and hip-hop artist Amin was pretty cool, so I wanted to take it more “Shahzad” Adibnazari is a musician with seriously. international reach. From working with T: Are there any particular artists that producers and sound engineers across FEEL THE DIFFERENCE influenced you or your style early on? the states to producing music videos in S: I’ve always been most interested Singapore, Shahzad is gunning to be the in the deeper, more conscious stuff, so I first major act from Utah to make it big listened to quite a bit of Common and Black in rap. Thought. I always found their words so Diverse 900-hr Massage Therapy Program With lyrics that often revolve vivid, almost as if they were telling stories. around chasing dreams and overcoming And that’s what I’d categorize myself as — improbability, his music gets to the core of a storyteller more than a “rapper.” • Graduate in as little as 8 months what it means to find purpose and achieve Lupe Fiasco was and still is a major true happiness. And it’s that theme that is influence. Even as a kid, when I wasn’t • Quality Curriculum & Small Class Sizes heard throughout his upcoming single and listening to much of any genre of music, a music video release, “On My Own.” couple of his tracks that my older brother • Gain on the Job Experience played at the time have stuck with me TABINDA: First off, let me ask about through the years. • Financial Aid Available (for those who qualify) “Shahzad.” What does it mean, and why did T: Perhaps a future collaboration with you select it as your stage name? them. + We Pay for your Exam, licensure & one year SHAHZAD: Oh, God. This is one of those S: Man, don’t even tease me. That’d be questions where I need to explain myself a dream. liability insurance right after giving the answer. Otherwise, T: So let’s talk about dreams. In your I’m going to seem like a total narcissist. In upcoming single and music video, you for graduating Farsi, or Persian, it means “prince.” Now, discuss your dreams and the obstacles you here’s the prompt explanation to that: I faced to make them a reality. What sorts of on-time didn’t choose it out of flashiness or to boost obstacles did you encounter? my own ego. I chose it because I have this S: You know, when one starts to chase view that this world is beautiful and almost their dream, they’re usually super motivated royal in a way. Though most people aren’t of and ready to make things happen. But the legitimate royal blood, I still think that we inexperience usually comes with naivete, are all spectacular beings in our own right, and that was definitely the case with me. and that’s something I want to represent in In the time that I’ve been pushing my my music. music forward, I’ve learned that there are T: Wow. There’s quite a bit of depth to some good people in the industry but a lot that name then. more not so good people. There are people S: Yeah, plus it’s got a nice ring to it — that make promises but leave you dry. “Shahzad.” There are people that criticize everything T: So, speaking of your music. How you do. It really takes a toll, but they long have you been at it and has it always simply don’t care. So I took this track as an been hip-hop? opportunity to stand tall in the faces of the S: Actually, I began with piano industry fatheads and all those who said I and saxophone at a really young age. I wouldn’t make it anywhere. eventually dropped the piano after a T: Would you say that your few years and played classical and pursuit has changed you? jazz saxophone until the end of high S: Definitely. I can’t Our Next program starts April 2nd school. That’s when I inadvertently tell if it’s a good or a transitioned to hip-hop. bad change, but At around that time, I had I’ve changed. Call 435-586-8222 & Schedule Your Tour just made a couple of really good Thicker skin friends in high school that I felt for sure. like, “yeah — these guys — I With all 50 min. hands-on can hang with these guys.” After MARCH SPECIAL of the ➢ w/ Student $20 a little bit, one of them began Prenatal or Lymph Massage learning to DJ and the other began $20 w/ Adv. Student $25 when booked with a Student Practitioner w/ LMT $30 breakdancing. I saw that they were disappointment both doing something really cool, I’ve had, I’ve gained this so I felt like I needed to superhuman ability to numb do something myself to the things ® myself to keep that don’t work HEALING MOUNTAIN MASSAGE SCHOOL up with them. out. So I woke up T: It’s really Mon – Thur 9-5 pm | Fri – Sat 10-6 pm | Sunday 12-8 one morning easy to call it and said, “I’m quits when 297 North Cove Dr, Cedar City, UT 84720 | healingmountain.edu going to rap.” The Independent / SUindependent.com • March 2019 • Page 7 about our country — that he’s unable to burden them with a new tax law that favors generally interested in asking about climate see any positives in what other countries the rich and costs average citizens. Perhaps change, health care, and immigration. have experienced. But hey, why anger your his children are among the rich who are Although I’d planned to ask about one enthralled base, right? benefiting. aspect of the tax act, my name was not Even with that strategy in mind, He also challenged any future health- drawn from the pot where attendees who there were times when he wasn’t far right care reform asserting that Americans have wanted to speak had placed slips. The enough for those in the audience, such rejected socialist Obamacare, completely “progressive” angels must have been smiling BEING as the woman who criticized him for not forgetting to mention that his party and on them that night, however, because many supporting the emergency order for a Trump had cut the budget for ACA open- progressives’ slips were chosen, giving them ENGAGED IN wall. Congressman Stewart has spoken enrollment advertising in 2018 while some air time. Not that it made much against the president taking this approach offering “short-term health plans” with difference to Mr. Stewart, however. THE POLITICAL to securing his beloved wall, but when lower premiums but less coverage. Perhaps I think the thing that baffled and asked if he would vote against a planned that will save some citizens money in the appalled me the most was when Stewart PROCESS CAN resolution by the Democrats to try to stop short term, making up for their money was lauding and glorifying Trump, even Trump, Stewart said he would have to read lost in their tax refund! But if real health saying, “I love him.” Really, he “loves” him? BE MORE the resolution first. That comment made issues arise, what will the ultimate cost to I have no doubt that he greatly admires me wonder if he had actually read the them be? Trump. Of course he condemned the media Despite changes made to the ACA by THAN entire 2017 tax bill, which he supported — and all their “fake news” against Trump an act that was forced down the throats of Stewart and others, Utah enrollments are asserting it is unjustified while failing Americans at the end of 2017 just as tax up from 194,118 in 2018 to 194,510 in 2019. to mention that much of what is laid on FRUSTRATING season was approaching, leaving millions It may be a small increase, but that’s still Trump is the result of his own actions By Lisa Rutherford of taxpayers in limbo as to how to deal with 392 additional Utahns covered in spite through his tweeting. the act’s specifics, which even tax experts of efforts to deny them adequate medical Attending Congressman Stewart’s Feb. So when the event was over, I was were struggling to understand. This year, coverage. Stewart would do well to learn 21 town hall was a very odd and frustrating definitely ready to head home to a glass of according to a report from the Internal what’s happening in his own state! experience. I was fairly sure what the wine to settle myself. As I was leaving a experience would be, but the reality was Revenue Service, average tax refunds are Here’s some “fact” news, Mr. Stewart. $1,949 compared to $2,135 in 2018, for the Although total enrollment in the U.S. is woman with a MAGA ball cap passed me even stranger. and asked, “Do you think I should shake As an Independent, I was glad there 2017 year. So much for the Tax Cuts and down from 2018’s 11,750,175 to 2019’s the hand of the next president of the United were people in attendance who were even Jobs Act helping average Americans! 8,411,614, it all depends on which state’s States?” Not wanting to be totally rude, I more progressive than I am so that I felt In fact, no questions were asked at the enrollment is being considered. Some, such just answered, “It’s your hand!” more in the middle of what was admittedly event specifically about the tax overhaul as Utah’s, are up a bit as are others such Originally from New Mexico, Lisa an ultra-conservative crowd. The adoration and its effects on the Americans that Trump as Mississippi’s, Oklahoma’s, Hawaii’s, and in the audience for both Stewart and and Stewart state so vigorously they want Florida’s (yes, Republican Florida!) while Rutherford taught elementary school for President Trump was strong and palpable. to help. In their efforts to “Make America others are down or other enrollments such several years in Texas after graduating from When liberals spoke about anything that Great Again” and preserve Americans from as Nebraska’s are about flat. So perhaps the University of Texas at El Paso before even hinted at socialism, Venezuela was the socialist bogeyman who would take Congressman Stewart’s assertion that moving to Anchorage, Alaska, where she always the poster child used by Stewart as their hard-earned dollars, they themselves Americans have rejected the ACA is some worked in the oil industry for 20 years. She to why we would not want to go there with seem to be doing the damage they assert of that “fake news” he likes to reference? has lived in Ivins for 17 years. Lisa serves never any reference, of course, to other liberals and socialists would do. Although Even with the changes he and the president on the board of Conserve Southwest Utah countries that have successfully adopted Stewart argued that he would “fight to have offered, many citizens still choose to and the Ivins Sensitive Lands Committee socialist programs. He is so worried about the death” to protect his children from the rely on the ACA. and maintains a Southern Utah Issues his children — under the guise of caring ravages of socialism, he seems willing to Progressives in attendance were Facebook page.

Page 8 • The Independent / SUindependent.com • March 2019 south of the border. Cartels have carved be removed from power, and their group in Mexico and another in the United States up the important crossing locations, and enormity will force a path to full citizenship. simultaneously. Picture very large steel X’s migrants do not get into the United States He added, “When this hope of being able to every ten feet with three horizontal cross without first paying at least $100 per person stay is removed, this incentive, the flood beams connecting them. This fence was to the controlling cartel. They enforce their will end.” said to continue this way for some distance rules. Agents invited us to visit three west but replaced with mere barbed wire Agents do not seek out illegal aliens unsecured areas within 30 miles of where thereafter. WHAT THE as they once did. Aliens come to them. we were. The fence was marked as having been Most illegal immigrants, perhaps 80 The first was Mount Cristo Rey, located built in 2008, but it was no barrier to MAINSTREAM percent of them, are referred to as “Other between the two cities but a good distance drug or human trafficking or coming across Than Mexican,” or OTM’s. Mexicans, when into the U.S. side. It was identified as a unnoticed at will. We were totally alone MEDIA caught, are simply returned to Mexico. But place of danger. The sign posted on the for a solid hour before we saw a helicopter the OTM’s have the right to have a judge well trod 12-foot-wide trail going up the flying the line. There was no evidence of HAVEN’T hear their cases, thus they remain until hill to the statue warned, “If you’re going technology, and we were but 20 miles from that happens. to tour Mt. Cristo Rey please contact police one of the most populated areas on the Caravans are a new phenomenon. department at (575) 589-6600 or at 1000 entire border. TOLD YOU These are financed, we were told, by McNutt Rd.” We also learned that the countries billionaire George Soros. His groups Why would an area within the country from which immigrants come often do ABOUT THE organize and instruct perspective migrants and close to Border Patrol headquarters not want them back as they were happy in their rights. After crossing Mexico, these be too dangerous for Americans to visit to rid themselves of their impoverished BORDER people approach the border in small groups without first notifying police? or criminal class. Twenty years ago, the By Harold Pease of nine to 20 and immediately seek a border Because it is also a corridor for drug border could be controlled by 5,000 agents. patrol vehicle to approach and surrender, and human trafficking between the two Now 35,000 agents are required. Even U.S. I flew to El Paso to see for myself what “Here I am!” They know that they will countries, and you might disappear, be troops are needed to assist. was going on at the border at the height of be taken to a holding center and cared raped, or robbed. No one argued that this was not a the partial government shutdown standoff for. These centers, designed for 80 to 90 A second unsecured areas was a very serious crisis, nor that a border wall between Pelosi, Schumer, and President migrants, now hold 200 to 250. They are so construction site on the U.S. side of the was not critical in ending it. Border patrol Donald Trump. I wanted to interview crowded that there exists virtually no room border accessed by an opening in an 18-foot- agents confirmed, “There is no border those on the ground who really knew, thus between migrants. tall border wall with no visibly mounted security outside a wall.” bypassing entirely the Republican presses They know they will be released into cameras, through which construction Dr. Harold Pease is a syndicated that said we were in a border crisis and the the general population after receiving a trucks and workers frequently passed. An columnist and an expert on the United Democrat presses that said we weren’t and Notice To Appear before a judge, but they almost dry Rio Grande River just south of States Constitution living in Cedar City. that we do not need a wall. El Paso, with also know not to appear as 90 percent will the construction site had no barrier of any He has dedicated his career to studying a population of over 800,000, and Juarez, be sent home as they do not qualify for kind to prevent a crossing from either side. the writings of the Founding Fathers and Mexico, with a population of over 1,400,000 asylum. A third site, some 25 miles west of El applying that knowledge to current events. — one north of the border, the other south But now they are in the United States. Paso, was the connecting point between He taught history and political science from — seemed to be an ideal location to ask the The game changes to “hide and seek” until a high fence, perhaps 18 feet, and a four- this perspective for over 30 years at Taft experts. the United States changes its laws. Why? or five-foot-high fence thereafter. The College. This is what I learned. 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The Independent / SUindependent.com • March 2019 • Page 9 “Jurassic Park” director Steven Spielberg, which could never come to fruition due to inconclusive negotiation. WHAT’S WRONG WITH Kirkland postulated that Utahraptors attempted to take advantage of GIVING A HOME TO A PUPPY vulnerable prey trapped in quagmires and bogs or scavenge upon the carrion OR KITTEN FROM THE ONLINE UTAHRAPTOR: thereof, themselves becoming mired in the quicksand, resulting in the fossilized CLASSIFIEDS? A STATE carnal remains in the form of the predator traps he observed in 2001 in sandstone By Temma Martin MASCOT? boulders in eastern Utah, and later in There are many places to acquire a new for all of them. Buyers then feel like they Cleveland-Lloyd Quarry and the La Brea pet, but not everyone thinks about how the are “rescuing” puppies from going to shelter By Pitamber Kaushik tar pits of California. The Utahraptor’s find source of a pet helps or hurts Utah’s effort when mostly likely the sellers allow their The marquee fossil of the state and flung open gates to new avenues of paleo- to end the killing of pets in shelters. It’s dogs to have litter after litter, always selling the largest Dromaeosaur (popularly known anatomic inquiry by serving to debunk common for people to say they want to adopt them with the same pressure tactic. The as raptor) known to date, Utahraptor, a the preconceived notion that sickle-clawed from a shelter or rescue group, but after truth is that if a family did resort to taking genus of its own, was discovered in 1975 by raptors were sleek, supple, diminutive only a day or two of looking for adoptable some of their unwanted puppies to a shelter, Jim Jensen in the Dalton Wells Quarry in creatures. This special specimen compelled animals, they turn to the online classifieds. chances are that the shelter would provide east central Utah near the town of Moab. them not only to reconsider their hypothesis While many adult pets are successfully or help the family find a free or low-cost However, this discovery remained incipient but to overhaul it altogether. “rehomed” through online classifieds, the spay and neuter program, breaking the cycle and largely unattended to, and it was only Being the oldest and largest member vast majority of puppies and kittens for of unwanted litters. As long as people buy of its family, the tantalizingly bulky yet following a discovery of a large foot claw in sale are the result of irresponsible owners, puppies, often for significant sums of money, agile beast’s large, retractable sickle claw- late 1991 when large-scale excavations were backyard breeders, and even regional puppy they are creating a demand, and the family toe, the salient characteristic of the family, undertaken by the eminent paleontologist mills. will continue to breed or not feel motivated itself measured 10 inches and served to rip James Kirkland in the Gaston Quarry in When a family legitimately can no to spay their dog. apart the hide and expose the innards and Grand County, in the reputedly fossil-rich longer keep a pet due to their circumstances, Sellers who believe that they “find good Cedar Mountain Formation. It’s widely entrails of its prey. the online classifieds can be a way to reach homes” for all their puppies and kittens are speculated that, this ton-hefty behemoth In testimony to the enigmatic potential new owners to find the pet a new unaware of how many of the animals they — similar to its sibling and cousin species, beast’s modern cultural significance, the home. Many shelters and rescue groups also Senate approved a proposition to christen produce end up bring resold — often on the being the predecessor of birds — had body use the classifieds to make their adoptable Utahraptor as the Utah State Dinosaur. same site where they were just bought — (axillary) feathers, though any substantial pets visible to a wider audience. For these However, Utahraptor would have replaced days or weeks later or how many them end proof is yet to be unearthed. purposes, the classified ads are helpful in another dinosaur, the Allosaurus, as the up in shelters, working against the effort to The formal type specimen, CEU saving lives. 184v.86, is currently housed at the College state’s official fossil, so it was decided that make Utah a no-kill state. Many of those advertising pets for sale of Eastern Utah Prehistoric Museum while Utahraptor would be another recognized Often when buyers discover that they claim to be “adopting Brigham Young University, the repository insignia of the state. were lied to about out” their animals, but to Jensen’s excavations, possesses the Fresh investigations continue to be the breed of a dog or in fact they are selling largest collection of Utahraptor fossilized opened every once a while and unveil novel realize they were given them for hundreds remains and finds. insights into its elusive physiology. Being a sick, unvaccinated or thousands of The Utahraptor was originally to the forerunner of birds, the tantalizing bulk puppy, the sellers are be christened Utahraptor spielbergi to of this titan poses an elusive dilemma and dollars, generally nowhere to be found. honor a prospective donation courted of inspires awe for evolutionary biologists. without vaccinations The online classifieds and almost always provide an free without being and easy outlet for spayed or neutered individuals, backyard or microchipped — breeders, and puppy services generally mills to sell their included for pets animals online with adopted from shelters virtually no recourse or rescue groups. Staff and volunteers for or accountability. Online classifieds also animal welfare groups are also dedicated provide a front for large-scale breeders who to finding loving forever homes for their keep dozens or hundreds of dogs in puppy animals and are not out to make a profit. mill conditions where parent dogs spend Rather than saving a life and giving a their whole lives in small cages churning home to a pet from a shelter or rescue group, out puppies. the buyer often spends more money than he would have by adopting, without any Another risk of buying puppies from services included. The sellers’ main focus online classifieds is the risk of buying a MASSAGE, YOGA, & FINE ART is generally making money, so they’re not stolen dog. Unfortunately, even in Utah, invested in educating buyers about required there are people who steal dogs, particularly vaccinations or the benefits of spaying purebreds who are not spayed or neutered, and neutering, which often results in sick and then sell them to unsuspecting buyers. young pets, unvaccinated animals spreading Often, the turnaround is so quick that they disease in the community, and eventually original owner doesn’t even see the ad. more unwanted puppies and kittens. Others have reported seeing their stolen Sellers have also been known to use pets for sale and had police help them get deceptive tactics to “find loving homes” for them back. their puppies and kittens. They sometimes So in the big picture, what’s wrong with lie about the breed or mix of their puppies, giving a home to a puppy or kitten from claiming they are small-breed dogs and the online classifieds? On the one hand, charging more money for them when in it means creating a demand for animals fact they are not going to remain small. A from questionable sources. It means that an vet tech at a local veterinary hospital was animal in a shelter or rescue group is denied once checking in a puppy that a family had a chance at a home. And sadly for the buyer, recently bought for $200 from a classified it frequently means that they get a sick or ad. He proudly announced that it was a stolen pet or one that is not at all what they Photo by Molly Wald “dachshund mix” that was eight weeks old. expected when it grows up. 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Panorama looking northeast from Middleton Black Ridge (Foremaster Ridge). Zion Canyon in the distance. Cross-section illustrates WONDERLAND: Figure 2. A geographic relief map shows the the distribution of geologic formations on result of westward movement (arrows) and Figures 4, 5, and 7. More resistant rocks form subduction at the western side of North America A 270 higher areas whereas those more susceptible to during the past 180 million years. Visualize erosion form the lower areas. a head-on collision between a passenger MILLION car (rocks of the Pacific Ocean floor) and an 18-wheel truck (rocks of the continent). The other is a stratigraphic column (Figures 4 car gets shoved under the big truck, and the and 5). YEAR RECORD front of the truck gets uplifted and deformed. Similarly, rocks of the Pacific Ocean floor have The east side of Middleton Black Ridge By Rick Miller been shoved under rocks of the continent provides a view of the distribution at the Arriving in Washington County from (subduction), thereby uplifting the west side of ground surface for these rock formations North America and deforming the rocks. Orange (Figure 6). These formations are all tilted any direction on the compass reveals dot is St. George. some impressive geological features. Most downward to the north and represent the obvious is Pine Valley Mountain, which and it is a result of Plate Tectonic activity northern limb of the Virgin Anticline, which reaches over 10,000 feet in elevation. Also, over the past 180 million years of Earth’s is nicely exposed at Quail Lake Reservoir. there are the three distinctive and unusual history (Figure 2). Development of homes and other structures Figure 5. Stratigraphic column listing the generally occur up on the less resistant flat-topped ridges, which represent basalt This movement has resulted in uplift of rock formations on the geologic map. Wavy lava flows and extend from north to south the entire region, creating high topographic lines which mark the boundaries between units, which have been eroded to form through part of St. George. The pervasive relief, and it has generated a heat source formations are called unconformities and relatively flat areas. Since this image was represent intervals of time for which there is taken, Mall Drive has been extended into red coloration of many rock formations in below the surface. Subsequently, differential no rock record in St. George (see Figure 7). the area is also readily apparent. In the weathering and erosion of the various Time boundary numbers are in millions of years Washington Fields, and a number of new distance to the southwest towards Arizona exposed rock formations has occurred in before present. businesses and developments have been loom the Beaver Dam and Virgin Mountains, the area (Table 1). Combine this with an built in right center of the picture. to the northeast are the western cliffs of arid to semi-arid climate for most of the Plains area has for at least the past 600 In summary, the exposed rock record in region, and geologic features that have been million years been at the center of the St. George represents only a partial record formed are generally very well exposed at North American Continent and so has of events that have occurred over the past the surface. been relatively unaffected by plate tectonic 270 million years of geologic time. Although rocks here do represent portions of that time interval, a greater percentage of that time has not left a rock record in this area (Figure 7). This absence can be due to no sediments being deposited or if deposited subsequently eroded away and therefore not preserved as part of the record. Other surrounding areas in Nevada, northern Arizona, and even northern and Figure 1. View from East Black Ridge eastern Utah contain rocks representing (Foremaster Ridge). Red Cliffs Mall in foreground, above that is Interstate 15. Center those time intervals that have no rock of image are bright red rocks of the Kayenta record in St. George. Combining the records Figure 3. Contrast between St. George area and central Kansas. Formation and overlying dull red, cliff-forming from these and other areas allows geologists Navajo Sandstone. Left center is a portion of one of the three black, flat-topped basalt lava to make reconstructions of what kind of ridges in St. George, and in the background is A comparison of the surface topography movements. environmental and depositional conditions Pine Valley Mountain. and geology of the St. George area with that Distribution of rock units, called existed in the region for any given geologic of an area in the Great Plains provides a formations, within St. George can be time interval. Sort of like a Rand/McNally very sharp contrast (Figure 3). The Great illustrated by two types of geological geographic map for millions of years ago. Zion National Park, and to the south lies illustrations. One is a geologic map and the the Arizona Strip. Overall, this is a very visually stimulating region (Figure 1). This plethora of geologic features occurring in a relatively small geographic area is the result of a number of geologic and geographic conditions. Perhaps the most important of these conditions is the fact that the area is located within the western portion of the North American Continent. This side of the continent has been significantly affected by the westward movement of the continent and resulting overriding of the rocks of the Pacific Ocean floor. This is a process termed subduction,

Figure 7. Geologic age distribution of rock formations within the city of St. George (not to scale). Except for the youngest basalt lava, the record consists of various sedimentary rocks, each Figure 4. Geologic Map of the St. George area. Each color on the map represents where a particular of which has been assigned a formation name. Table 1. Physical conditions which have rock formation is exposed at the surface. Each of these formations is indicated by letters. For Although not to scale, the intervals in which there produced the varied geographic and geologic examples, Jn represents the Jurassic age Navajo Sandstone, and Pk represents the Permian age is no rock record are also indicated, and these features in Washington County. Kaibab Formation. intervals represent what are called unconformities.

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The Independent / SUindependent.com • March 2019 • Page 13 and an intimate look at a driven individual who was not only an admirer and student of film — he had nearly 70 film and TV projects to his credit — but a photographer and musician as well. More importantly, though, Yelchin was a gentle soul who had real love, affection, and respect for SUNDANCE his co-collaborators and people in general. Given the number of folks interviewed for 2019: BEST “Love, Antosha,” it’s pretty evident how heading off to marriage counseling. “State many lives he touched. From his cinematic OF FEST of the Union” consists of 10 wonderful interests to his ambitious nature to his feel-good movies. Taking place in an episodes, 10 minutes each, all directed by battle with a disease he refused to let get By Adam Mast impoverished Malawi village, “The Boy the legendary Stephen Frears. O’Dowd and the better of him to his undeniable love for Who Harnessed the Wind” tells the story Another Sundance Film Festival is in Pike make Hornby’s colorful words sing, his parents and friends, “Love, Antosha” is of William Kamkwamba, a young boy who the books! Twenty-five consecutive years and while both of these characters aren’t a heartfelt, joyful, and heartbreaking look comes up with an invention that could attending for yours truly, and after the dust without their flaws, it should also be noted into the life of a talented and compassionate potentially save his dying village through had settled, I took in just over 30 movies. that they are extremely likable in equal storyteller who clearly loved and was loved. natural smarts and a brief stint at a school Fortunately, Mother Nature showed a little measure. And in a move that is as clever Even if you’re not all that familiar with the for which his loving but conflicted father mercy on us this year. It was cold, and there as it is genius, all the rapid-fire banter man’s work, you’re likely to be moved by couldn’t even afford tuition. This movie was plenty of snow on the ground. But for this couple engage in takes place in a bar this beautifully crafted tribute. isn’t without moments of bleak desperation the most part, the sun was out, and there right across the street from the marriage and dire situations, but “The Boy Who was virtually zero snowfall. This made counselor’s office. For all the entertainment “Little Monsters” Harnessed the Wind” is also filled with the getting from one screening room to the next value and charm this show has to offer, kind of inspiration, hope, joy, and positivity a lot quicker, which is always a good thing perhaps the most winning aspect of this we could all use a little more of right now. because it allows for more screenings. delightful conversational piece is the very It’s a wonderful true story about hard Before getting to the highlights, idea that these affable individuals are work, hope, family, tradition, perseverance, special thanks are in order to John Pugh actually working out a handful of very following your dreams, and throwing at cinemast.net and Beau Stucki at delicate issues on their own. This trait only caution to the wind, literally. Having an deepfocusreview.com for the wonderfully adds in making “State of the Union” an opportunity to attend an inspirational Q insightful film conversations and for absolute joy. making the Sundance experience run a & A with Kamkwamba and shake hands with Ejiofor following the screening was whole lot smoother. “Honey Boy” Now, without further ado, here’s a look certainly an added bonus! at a handful of noteworthy highlights from the 2019 Sundance Film Festival. “State of the Union” This immensely entertaining and Chris O’Dowd and Rosamund Pike are sometimes crude Aussie import from “The Boy Who Harnessed the positively sublime in “State of the Union,” director Abe Forsythe is a wonderful homage Wind” an upcoming Sundance Channel original to zombie films. But as was the case with This directorial debut from the series that revolves around a slightly Edgar Wright’s cheeky and brilliant “Shaun accomplished and brilliant actor Chiwetel estranged married couple who engage in of the Dead,” zombies are almost secondary Ejiofor is in the grand tradition of great witty Nick Hornby-penned banter before to the characters in the piece. At the heart of the movie is obnoxious manchild Dave (Alexander England). After a turbulent relationship with his girlfriend comes to Art imitates life. This statement a screeching halt, this selfish musician couldn’t be any more prophetic where becomes smitten with his little nephew’s the new film “Honey Boy” is concerned. kindergarten teacher, Miss Caroline, a Written by and co-starring Shia LaBeouf, loving, charming, fiercely protective ray of this raw and heartfelt nonlinear story is sunshine played by the supremely talented autobiographical in nature and features Lupita Nyong’o. While on a field trip in the the “Transformers” star playing the role of countryside, a sudden zombie outbreak and his own father, a jealous addict who despite a run-in with a repulsive children’s show his love for his successful young son wasn’t host (played by a deliciously disgusting always the best of dads. Director Alma Josh Gad) forces Dave to reevaluate himself Har’el (“Bombay Beach”) lends an intimate as a human being but through the aid of touch to a sincere, poignant, and rough- his cute little nephew (Diesel La Torraca) around-the edges film that essentially and Miss Caroline. It becomes clear that serves as a form of therapy for its well there may be hope for Dave yet. This is known writer and co-star. Noah Jupe one of the most adorable zombie movies and Lucas Hedges are outstanding as the you’re ever likely to see, and while “Little younger and older versions of Otis Lort, a Monsters” does feature kids, it should be character based on LaBeouf himself. This is noted that this is not a movie for children. a strong movie with a warts-and-all father/ That said, “Little Monsters” has a lot of son story at its center, and while “Honey heart and charm to go along with the Boy” certainly benefits from powerhouse prerequisite gore, irreverent humor, and performances, it’s that father/son dynamic, naughty language. Best of all, though, incredibly played by LaBeouf and Jupe, this is a wonderful tribute to all those that I won’t soon forget. kindergarten teachers out there who really do have our kids’ best interests at heart. “Love, Antosha” This stunning and thorough coming- of-age documentary traces the life of Anton stay up to date on entertainment, arts, GREENGATE VILLAGE STAGE Yelchin, a wonderful young talent whose life was tragically cut short. But this isn’t a movie about death. It’s a celebration of life music and local news at suindependent.com FIRST FRIDAY EACH MONTH updated daily!

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Page 14 • The Independent / SUindependent.com • March 2019 World” does struggle at times to give its story of a boy becoming and man, and all Based on the manga comic book series many characters something substantial to of these themes truly come to fruition in “Gunnm,” aka “Battle Angel Alita,” this do. Of the supporting characters, Ruffnut this picture, particularly in an incredibly epic sci-fi adventure was directed by Robert (voiced by an appropriately manic Kristen emotional and wholly satisfying final 15 Rodriguez, although it should be duly Wiig) probably fares best in a subplot that minutes. Kudos to DeBlois and company on noted that this has been a pet project of HHHHH - Amazing! finds her using her natural chatterbox a trilogy well done. the legendary James Cameron for quite HHHH - Good obnoxiousness to try and talk her way sometime. In fact, at one point, Cameron HHH - Decent out of imprisonment. On the baddie front, “Alita: Battle Angel” (PG-13) was going to make this film himself until Abraham brings an amusing accent and HHH opting to put years of his life into “Avatar” HH - Poor ½ dry wit to this film’s primary antagonist, movies instead. Ultimately, he brought H - Terrible but Grimmel isn’t particularly dynamic or Rodriguez on board who in turn took what THE menacing. was initially a much thicker screenplay and At the end of the day, though, “How to adapted it into a more manageable length. Train Your Dragon: The Hidden World” is Ironically, the end result is a film that INDEPENDENT all about the character beats, most notably feels like it could have used a little more in the pivotal relationship between Hiccup development, but the world building is so MOVIE GUIDE and Toothless. After all, this is really a breathtaking and the action sequences are By Adam Mast tale of friendship, looking to the future, so well conceived that “Alita: Battle Angel” “How to Train Your Dragon: and making the toughest of sacrifices for is still well worth seeing. The Hidden World” (PG) those we love. This is also quite clearly the In “Alita: Battle Angel,” cyborg Alita

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The Independent / SUindependent.com • March 2019 • Page 15 makes the quickly developing love story when the film attempts to get overly life as her adorable courtship with sweet- between Alita and Hugo work more than it dramatic. Furthermore, this epic sci-fi flick natured Carter Davis (Israel Broussard) probably would have otherwise. Waltz also doesn’t quite stick the landing. This despite continues. Inexplicably, though, that same does nice work as the mysterious Dr. Ido. the inclusion of a cameo by a pretty well time-looping phenomenon befalls another While the first half of the picture flirts with known actor whose appearance bears an student on campus, forcing our fearless the idea that this man might have a bit of eerie resemblance to James Cameron, of hero back into action. And unfortunately, (Rosa Salazar) is resurrected by parts a hidden agenda, it’s his fatherly demeanor all people. These flaws aside, “Alita: Battle through a revelation involving the time loop collector Dr. Ido (Christoph Waltz) after that’s most worth noting. Angel” is a fun time at the movies and itself, an exasperated Tree finds herself years of deactivation. Upon awakening, A stunning Jennifer Connelly is solid as you’d be well advised to see it in 3-D on the sucked back into the same do-over scenario this childlike artificial life form struggles to a scientist with ties to Ido who finds herself biggest screen possible, because visually that plagued her in the first picture — only remember who she is and where she comes questioning whether she’s playing for the speaking, it’s a dazzler! this time, that repeated day comes with a from, but a run-in with robotic hostiles in right side. Oscar winner Maherashala handful of slightly tweaked alterations. the slums of a futuristic city aid in jogging Ali (“Moonlight”) doesn’t fare quite as “Happy Death Day 2U” (PG-13) Sound confusing? Actually, it’s not. In her jumbled memory. As Alita slowly begins well as Vector, one of the film’s primary HHH½ fact, it’s pretty easy to follow in the same to come to grips with her identity in a dark antagonists. It isn’t for a lack of effort, way 2018’s stellar “Spider-Man: Into the and cynical world, a bond with Dr. Ido and though. As written here, Vector simply Spider-Verse” was easy to follow. But you an affectionate connection with newfound isn’t a character of much depth, which is would be well advised not to watch this human friend Hugo (Keean Johnson) open disappointing because those who’ve seen one unless you’ve seen the first film. It her eyes to humanity. Ali’s emotionally charged work in both should also be noted that much to the While it might sound like a backhanded “Moonlight” and “Green Book” recognize dismay of many horror fans, “Happy Death compliment to call “Alita: Battle Angel” that he’s an actor of range. He just isn’t Day 2U” isn’t particularly scary. In fact, Rodriguez’s best film since his 2005 big- given an ample opportunity to show that this film trades a great deal of the slasher screen adaptation of Frank Miller’s “Sin range in this particular movie. shenanigans you might expect for comedy City,” it really isn’t, particularly given my “Alita: Battle Angel” is often a case and a healthy dose of science fiction. love for “Planet Terror.” That said, this is of style over substance But this is pretty The original film’s writer and director, certainly Rodriguez working on the largest spectacular style! From the numerous chase Christopher Landon, is back for the sequel canvas of his career. “Alita: Battle Angel” sequences to a hyperkinetic “Rollerball” and from the outset. He makes what could probably cost 20 times more to produce inspired sporting event called Motorball, have easily been a misguided decision: He than the rest of his films combined. And if you’re coming for the action, you’re While this sequel to the “Groundhog gives us an actual explanation behind the in terms of sheer showmanship, the man likely to go home happy. What’s more, Day”-inspired slasher hit “Happy Death time loop rather than just letting it remain behind the inspiring low-budget indie “El Rodriguez’s fanboy spirit flows throughout Day” continues to pay homage to a Bill an ambiguous hook that we’re willing to go Mariachi” was clearly up to the challenge. this movie, paying homage to the likes of Murray standard as well as Wes Craven’s along with. Happily, though, the explanation Again, truly remarkable world building Cameron’s own “The Terminator” films, “Scream” franchise, it owes every bit as behind the loop, as seemingly ridiculous as going on here. From the use of CG to the “Aliens,” and “The Abyss” as well as further much to the likes of “Back to the Future its creation may seem, actually allows this production design to the practical effects winks at unforgettable sci-fi movies like Part II,” “Real Genius,” and the grossly movie to go into some often interesting and work, you will see every cent of the budget “Robocop,” “A.I.,” and “Total Recall.” It’s underappreciated “The Final Girls.” sometimes very clever directions. right up there on the screen. also pretty clear that this source material “Happy Death Day 2U” opens a day Beyond the time-loop hook, Landon In terms of performances, a very was one of many sci-fi properties to inspire after the first film ended. Following an fleshes out many of the characters who wide-eyed Rosa Salazar proves to be quite Neill Blomkamp’s misguided but visually unexplained time-loop phenomenon that were simply supporting players the first the striking heroine, bringing toughness, striking “Elysium.” forced her to live the same day over and time around, giving them more purpose physicality, and heart to the proceedings. “Alita: Battle Angel” certainly isn’t over, cute and reformed college student Tree and allowing the actors who play them Furthermore, her chemistry with Johnson without it’s cheesy moments, most notably Gelbman (Jessica Rothe) has a new lease on (including Phi Vu, Rachel Matthews, Ruby

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Page 16 • The Independent / SUindependent.com • March 2019 away to the far reaches of space where Who doesn’t enjoy an uplifting underdog work here that even as the down-on-his-luck she meets a handful of new and colorfully sports movie? The new film “Fighting With Zak lets his inner asshole out after being offbeat characters including Queen My Family” certainly qualifies as one, and turned down by the WWE, we as viewers Watevera Wa’Nabi (amusingly voiced by a if you’re a fan of this particular subgenre, never once doubt the love and respect he has highly energetic Tiffany Haddish), a shifty, you’re more than likely to have a good for his sister. flirtatious individual who clearly has her time. While the tropes on display here are Rounding out a wonderfully colorful Modine, Charles Aitken, and Missy Yager) eyes on Batman (played by the great Will incredibly familiar, this entertaining film supporting cast are Nick Frost as one loud an opportunity to have a bit more fun and Arnett). from writer and director Stephen Merchant but lovable proud papa, Lena Headey as the even show a little more range. Meanwhile, Emmet ultimately teams and producer Dwayne “The Rock” Johnson equally loud but undeniably wise matriarch Headlining it all is an extremely likable with a charismatic but overly confident still manages to work its magic thanks of the family, an energetic Dwayne “The Jessica Rothe as reluctant hero Tree. While adventurer called Rex Dangervest, and mostly in part to wonderful cast chemistry. Rock” Johnson who hits all the right notes Tree’s arc — which found her evolving from together this duo sets out to find Lucy and “Fighting With My Family” follows as a professional wrestler, and a very a spoiled, entitled mean girl to a loving and save the Lego universe once more. Along Saraya Knight, aka Paige (Florence Pugh), entertaining Vince Vaughn as a sarcastic but caring pillar of strength — was competed the way, though, certain truths come to as she leaves the comfortable confines of all-knowing WWE talent scout. in the first film, Landon comes up with a light suggesting that heroes and villains her family wrestling outfit in her native To Merchant’s great credit, he does creative hook that allows Tree to learn even aren’t always necessarily what they appear Norwich for the U.S. where she hopes to bring a lot of wit to this film both as the more valuable life lessons. Rothe is every to be. make it big as a member of the WWE. Along writer and director and as a co-star (he plays bit as good here as she was in the first film, “The Lego Movie 2: The Second Part” the way, she begins to second guess her the somewhat concerned father of the lovely once again showcasing the frustration and is as lively and clever as it is frenetic and own self worth. Complicating matters even young lady Zak hopes to take as his bride). confusion of her bizarre situation through exhausting, and while some might be quick further are the jealous and somewhat bitter Further still, Merchant does manage to bring humor and a surprising amount of heart. to suggest that this movie is for viewers feelings exhibited by her wrestling-loving some unexpected plot points to the film. While the majority of “Happy Death Day with low attention spans, that certainly brother Zak (Jack Lowden). Be it Sayara coming to the realization that 2U” is definitely played for laughs, there’s isn’t a bad thing. This animated gem moves drama to be found, too, and Rothe pretty Those of you who follow the WWE perhaps she’s guilty of judging in the same at such a freakishly fast pace that even are probably already well aware of Paige. sort of way that she doesn’t want to be judged much nails it every step of the way. if a gag doesn’t work for you, you can bet “Happy Death Day 2U” certainly isn’t But even if you’re not familiar with the or the fashion in which Jack realizes there’s that something amusing will happen not name, you’re still likely to find many of the absolutely no shame in being a hometown a slam dunk. Some of the comedy, including but a second or two later. And in keeping a bit where one character poses as a blind beats in this movie very familiar. That’s hero, there are flourishes here that rise with the spirit of the first picture, “The okay, though, because “Fighting With My above the standard sports-movie fare. French woman in a effort to create a Second Part” is meta in all the right ways. diversion, is too broad and cartoonish for Family” has plenty of charm and laughs to “Fighting With My Family” certainly As expected, this film throws more cameos fall back on. How could it not with this cast? would have benefited from straying from its own good. Furthermore, the looping and movie references at you than you’ll be gimmick does sometimes wear a little thin With her goth, tomboyish appearance, the formula a bit more, and it definitely able to count. Pugh is fantastically entertaining as a could have used a more rousing climax. (“Groundhog Day,” “Back to the Future Part As Chris Miller and Phil Lord have II,” “Edge of Tomorrow,” and “Source Code” spunky Sayara. For all her confidence and The ending of this picture lacks the demonstrated time and time again, most knowledge of the sport, though, she turns monumental stand-up-and-cheer punch this ain’t). recently with 2018’s best animated feature All of that said, this is an entertaining out to be quite the vulnerable individual, of “Rocky,” “Hoosiers,” or “Miracle.” But “Spider-Man: Into the Spider-Verse,” they particularly when she gets to the states and the character beats — most notably the movie, and it does manage to make its know how to take something that doesn’t predecessor even more amusing. And again, finds herself to be a fish out of water. Rest family interactions, the humor, and the seem like it’ll work and breathe life into it there’s no doubt that Rothe has the “it” assured, however, that she gets her mojo very idea that Sayara would work so hard in a monumental way. Along with director factor. While these traits aid in making back faster than you can say “Rocky Balboa.” to not sacrifice her real self on the way Mike Mitchell and fellow writer Mike Fogel, Christopher Landon’s lively “Happy Death Equally effective in this film is a terrific to success — go a long way to make this they’ve injected “The Lego Movie 2: The Day” follow-up worth seeing, I’d be lying Lowden, who bares an eerie resemblance to familiar underdog sports movie well worth Second Part” with a measured balance of if I said that I didn’t want it to end here. a young Simon Pegg. It says a lot about his watching. humor and playful references, but there are “Happy Death Day 2U” predictably sets up also plenty of wonderful messages here that a third film during an end-credits stinger, should resonate with viewers, particularly and while there’s always potential for a the young ones. From the fashion in which third outing to be entertaining, this sequel “The Second Part” suggests there are would be a more solid note to end on. plenty of connections between the Lego universe and the real world to the slightly “The Lego Movie 2: obvious but honest and poignant Emmett/ The Second Part” (PG) Rex Dangervest dynamic, this film doesn’t HHHH½ shy away from sharing a handful of life lessons. That said, it delves into these real-life themes in a sweet and simple way, always wearing its heart unabashedly on its sleeve. And the songs … the glorious, fun-filled songs! They are subversive, hilarious, and toe-tapping in equal measure. Highlights include “Catchy Song,” which is likely to get stuck in your head, Queen Watevera Wa’Nabi’s showstopper “Not Evil,” and “Super Cool,” a righteously creative end- credits homage from Beck, Robyn, and the Lonely Island crew. Simply put, “The Lego Movie 2: The “The Lego Movie 2: The Second Part” is Second Part” is to “The Lego Movie” what an infectiously likable and highly energetic “Toy Story 2” is to “Toy Story.” It’s just about burst of beautifully animated joy for the as perfect as a sequel can get, vibrantly entire family. Further proof that everything capturing the spirit of its predecessor but is still very much awesome in this colorful also building on it in a wonderful way. universe. “The Lego Movie 2: The Second Part” opens up where the first film ended, with “Fighting With My Family” affable every-Lego Emmet (voiced by an (PG-13) engaging Christ Pratt) saving the universe. HHH But then we immediately fast forward ½ five years into the future to the most unfortunate revelation that Legoland is in the same sort of post-apocalyptic state you’d expect to find in a “Mad Max” movie. Forever the optimist, though, Emmet continues to smile and preach positivity in a world gone to heck. 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Beaver Mondays and Wednesdays at 9 p.m. 800 E. p.m. A supportive and educational group edies, brain health, and nutrition. Falls Event Dam Station, County Hwy. 91, Littlefield, AZ. St. George Blvd., St. George. for those experiencing grief resulting from Center, 170 S. Mall Dr., St. George. the loss of a loved one. Call (702) 346- PAINT NITE AT ‘BOUT TIME PUB & GRUB 6 p.m. No experience necessary. Use the 5224. Mesquite Library, 121 W. First N. St., STORY TIME WASHINGTON BRANCH 11 code SUTAH for 35% off. Drinks purchased Find more at SUindependent.com Mesquite. a.m. Washington County Library System, 220 N. 300 E., Washington. from the venue separately, no BYOB. 21 and up. 929 W. Sunset Blvd., St. George. KARAOKE AT PEGGY SUE’S DINER 5–9 p.m. Full bar and grill. Hosted by singer Gayle GRATITUDE & GRIT: YOGA FOR ADDICTION Louise. 380 N. Sandhill Blvd., Mesquite. RECOVERY 6 p.m. Meditation and yoga exer- cises to help overcome destructive behaviors. HERITAGE WRITERS GUILD Second All are welcome. Sage Hills Healing Center, Tuesday of each month at 6 p.m. Meets in 6232 W. Sage Hills Dr., Cedar City. the basement of the St. George Library. Call (435) 634-5737. 88 W. 100 S., St. George. ELECTROACOUSTIC CONCERT 7:30 Eccles Fine Arts Center, S. 700 E., St. PAINT NITE 6 p.m. Thursdays. Use the George. code “SUTAH” for 35% off. 21 and older. Sand Hollow Resort, 5662 W. Clubhouse Dr., Hurricane. THURSDAYS 5:30 p.m. Free. OPEN PAINT NIGHT 6 p.m. Desert Rose Art MENTAL HEALTH CLASSES Studio invites anyone who would like to join National Alliance on Mental Illness offers a group of artists. Bring whatever medium classes for families and loved ones coping you want. Cost is $15. Call Alice Hiatt at with mental illness. Peer to Peer and Family (435) 256-3317. 225 N. Bluff St. Suite 1, St. to Family classes taught by trained volunteers George. in recovery. Support group for Peer to Peer Sept. 7. Support group for Family to Family TRIBUTE TO THE KING AT CASABLANCA Sept. 4. Washington County Library, 88 W. 6–10 p.m. Starring John Brooks. Must be 21 100 S., St. George. or older. Free. “ Voted Best of Las Vegas 2013 “Best Elvis Tribute Show” and “Best PAINT NIGHT AT SAND HOLLOW RESORT Lounge Performer.” CasaBlanca Skydome 6 p.m. No experience necessary. Use the Lounge, 950 W. Mesquite Blvd., Mesquite. code SUTAH for 35% off. Drinks purchased from the venue separately, no BYOB. 21 and THE GRACEFUL WOMAN 6:30 p.m. Open up. 5662 W. Clubhouse Dr., Hurricane. to women of all ages for a night to empower, uplift, heal, strengthen, and teach. Fruit and DESERT COMMUNITY STRINGS 6:30 p.m. tea will be served after class. By donation. Open to all ages and abilities. If you used to Sage Hills Healing Center, 6232 W. Sage play a stringed instrument and would like to Hills Dr., Cedar City. get back to the joy of music, this group is defi- nitely for you. desertstrings.org St. George LIBRARY ART CLUB FOR CHILDREN 6:30 Medical Building, 736 S 900 E, St. George. p.m. Every second and fourth Tuesday of each month. Free. Register in the children’s JOYFUL YOGA 6:30 p.m. Kundalini Yoga area. St. George Library, 88 W. 100 S., St. as taught by Yogi Bhajan. Free, donations George. accepted. Sage Hills Healing Center, 6232 W. Sage Hills Dr., Cedar City. OLD TIME FIDDLERS JAM SESSION 7 p.m. Free. Parry’s Lodge Old Barn Theater 89 E. SINDUSTRY 7 p.m. Free drink and draw- Center St., Kanab. ing ticket, corn hole tournament, beer pong, and Jenga. Live entertainment. $10 buckets of beer. No cover charge. 275 Mesa Blvd., Find more at SUindependent.com Mesquite. Page 20 • The Independent / SUindependent.com • March 2019 YEAR ROUND FARMERS MARKET 9 a.m.– BOYD GAMING 300 NASCAR XFINITY CHAPTER 1 BOOK CLUB 5:30 p.m. noon. Cedar City’s year-round downtown SERIES 7000 Las Vegas Blvd. N., Las Vegas. Washington County Library System, 88 W. farmers market. 50 W. University Blvd./Center 100 S., St. George. St., Cedar City. REDROCK WRITERS CREATIVE WRITING SEMINAR 9 a.m. With BYU English professor SNOW CANYON HIGH CHEER BANQUET CEDAR SATURDAY MARKET 9 a.m.–1 p.m. and award-winning poet Kimberly Johnson, 6 p.m. 1385 Lava Flow Dr., St. George. every Saturday. Food, artisans, drawings, award-winning historical romance author Amy LINE DANCING AT THE ONE AND ONLY DIFIORE CENTER COMMUNITY DRUM bingo, and more. Held indoors during winter. Jareki, and St. George News historical fea- 9 p.m. Come have some good old fashioned CIRCLE 6 p.m. The DiFiore Center Community fun with a friendly crowd. 64 N. 800 E., St. (435) 463-3735. IFA, 905 S. Main St., Cedar ture writer Reuben Wadsworth. St. George Drum Circle, with Djibril N’Doye, is a spiritual, George. City. Community Building, 245 N. 200 W., St. George. communal, or therapeutic music experience in 5 p.m. which participants join together in a circle with KARAOK WITH DJ JANELLE AT MIKES TAI CHI DRAGON QIGONG AT SANTA BRIAN PASSEY GALLERY SHOW 10:30–11:30 a.m. Full- DiFiore Center, 307 N. Main St., St. George. drums. 307 N. Main St., St. George. TAVERN 9 p.m.–1 a.m. No cover. 90 W. CLARA LIBRARY body energetic healing. Admission is free. No Hoover Ave., Cedar City. SNOW CANYON HIGH SPRING CONCERT experience needed. Tai Chi Dragon Qigong is MIKE & ELAINE AT ZION CANYON BREW 6 p.m. Free. This multi-instrumentalist 7 p.m. 1385 Lava Flow Dr., St. George. good for all ages and all levels of health and PUB couple are also in Soul What!? and cover mobility. Santa Clara Library, 1099 N. Lava CATAPULT AT COX CENTER 7:30 p.m. 325 FRIDAYS a range of musical styles in many genres. Flow Dr., Santa Clara. S. 700 E., St. George. YOGA NIDRA AND GONG 9 a.m. A unique Zion Canyon Brew Pub, 95 Zion Park Blvd., 7:30 p.m. Eccles Center, S. guided meditation preceded by yogic breath- 2 p.m. St. Springdale. JAZZ CONCERT SATURDAY MOVIE MATINEE 700 E., St. George. ing and movement. All levels welcome. The George Library, 88 W. 100 S., St. George. Healing Tree, 535 S. Main St. #4, Cedar City. SNOW CANYON HIGH ESHELLE REVIEW KANAB OUTDOOR MARKET 4 p.m. Local 6 p.m. 1385 Lava Flow Dr., St. George. SUP YOGA AT QUAIL 10 a.m. Join Michelle crafts, produce, live entertainment, and more. Wed, Mar 6 Ennis and DIG Paddlesports UP Yoga Friday Comfort Suites, 150 W. Center St., Kanab. SNOW CANYON HIGH ESHELLE REVIEW 9 6 p.m. 1385 Lava Flow Dr., St. George. PARENTING THE LOVE AND LOGIC WAY mornings. Experience the Bliss of Yoga on a.m. Free class teaches parents how to raise the water while laughing, getting wet, and LIVE MUSIC AT ZION CANYON BREW PUB 4–7 p.m. Free. Zion Canyon Brew Pub, 95 TOM BENNETT AT GEORGE’S CORNER responsible kids and enjoy parenting. Must having a great time. Whether you are an Zion Park Blvd., Springdale. 8 p.m. Tom Bennett sings country and is be 18 or older to attend. [email protected]. experienced yogi or you just want to try based out of SLC. 2 W. St. George Blvd., St. Department of Workforce Services, 162 N. something new, challenging, and fun, this George. 400 E., St. George. class is for everyone. Feel at ease while you Events by Date 90 are guided to move and balance. Taught by a REALITY CHECK AT MIKE’S TAVERN WONDER WEDNESDAY: BEFORE W. Hoover Ave., Cedar City. COMPUTERS 2 p.m. Frontier Homestead, certified Stand Up Paddle Yoga instructor in 635 N. Main St., Cedar City. a safe and supportive environment. Classes Fri, Mar 1 are 90 minutes and include SUP instruction, POETRY IN THE PARK 9 a.m. Presentations Sun, Mar 3 FOREIGN FILM CLUB 6 p.m. Washington warm up, flow, playtime, and savasana on the form a renowned poet, a nature hike, poetry County Library System, 88 W. 100 S., St. water. Quail Creek State Park, 472 N. 5300 writing time, and poetry share time. $50 for PENNZOIL 400 MONSTER ENERGY George. 7000 Las Vegas W., Hurricane. adults, $20 for students. Register at zionpark. NASCAR CUP SERIES Blvd. N., Las Vegas. MASON COTTAM AT GEORGE’S CORNER org/events. Zion Lodge, Zion National Park. Thursday’s and Friday’s, 11 7 p.m. Mason’s music can be described as TODDLER TIME an eclectic breed of a folk, acoustic rock, jazz a.m. Washington County Library System, 88 SOUP N’ BOWL 11 a.m. St. George Art W. 100 S., St. George. Museum, 47 E 200 N, St. George. Mon, Mar 4 sound which incorporates cultural influences 4 p.m. Children can read in a seamless, infectious harmony. 2 W. St. 11 a.m. ST. GEORGE STREETFEST 6 p.m. On the PAWS FOR TALES George Blvd., St. George. MOMS ‘N TOTS PLAYTIME to registered therapy dogs. Free. St. George Washington County Library System, 36 S. first Friday night of every month, downtown Library, 88 W. 100 S., St. George. 300 W., Hurricane. St. George transforms into a multi-stage out- door concert venue and street market. Town 5–7 p.m. For just CHAKRA BALANCING MEDITATION Thurs, Mar 7 PAINT YOUR PET PARTY square, 50 S. Main, St. George. 7:30 p.m. Incorporating crys- $20 per person, you’re provided with an 11x14 SOUND BATH CHAPTER 1 BOOK CLUB 5:30 p.m. tal and Tibetan bowls. Downtown Yoga, 50 E. Washington County Library System, 88 W. canvas, paints, brushes, and artist instruction. RIVERHOUSE BAND AT PEEKABOO Tabernacle St., St. George. 100 S., St. George. No prior painting experience is needed. Don’t KITCHEN 6:30 p.m. Free. Classic and south- ern rock with country blues served up hot as have a pet? Thumb through one of the many CHOIR CONCERT 7:30 p.m. Cedar High LATIN AMERICAN MUSIC FESTIVAL 7:30 Best Friends’ magazines to find an animal Brit or American groove. Peekaboo Kitchen, School, 166 W. 1925 N., Cedar City. p.m. Eccles Fine Arts Center, S. 700 E., St. of your liking or email a web image to vistor- 233 W. Center St., Kanab. George. [email protected] and they’ll print it out COYOTE TALES: FRENEMIES 7:30 p.m. for you. Email [email protected] to Coyote Tales: Themed Storytelling Coyote Tues, Mar 5 sign up. Best Friends Animal Sanctuary, 5001 Tales are live, open-mic style storytelling BROWN BAG LECTURE Noon. Mesquite Fri, Mar 8 Angel Canyon Rd., Kanab. events with amateur and experienced sto- Fine Arts Gallery, 15 W. Mesquite Blvd, GRAND OPENING OF HARRY BERTOIA Mesquite. 5 p.m. 1449 N. 1400 W., B-11, 5–9 p.m. rytellers. Preshow cocktail party at 6:30. FOUNDATION KARAOKE AT OASIS GOLF CLUB St. George. Full bar and grill. Hosted by singer Gayle Tickets are $20, includes preshow party. FAT, FIBER, AND YOU Noon. A special Louise. 100 Palmer Lane, Mesquite. Coyotetalesstories.com. Kayenta Center for emphasis is placed on weight loss, diabetes, JON STONE AT PEEKABOO KITCHEN 6:30 The Arts, 881 Coyote Gulch Ct., Ivins. heart disease, and stroke prevention based p.m. Free. Multi-instrumentalist Jon Stone 6:30 p.m. SUU DISCOVER STORY TIME on simple, proven methods to a healthi- from Louisiana plays acoustic folk on violin, Cedar City Library, 303 N. 100 E., Cedar City. LINDA WANG, VIOLINIST 7:30 p.m. Heritage Center Theater, 105 N. 100 E., Cedar City. er lifestyle. Southwest Utah Public Health mandolin and other strings. 233 W. Center LIVE MUSIC AT PEEKABOO WOOD FIRED Department, 620 S. 400 E., St. George. St., Kanab. KITCHEN 6:30–8:30 p.m. Free. 233 W. SUGARAY RAYFORD AT THE BIT AND Center St., Kanab. SPUR 10 p.m. Rayford’s live shows are quickly becoming renowned for their high DJ SPINZ AT THE ONE AND ONLY 9 p.m. energy and celebratory nature, with Rayford 64 N. 800 E., St. George. whipping the crowds into a frenzy, like a DJ JANELLE AT MIKE’S TAVERN 9 p.m. Gospel Preacher. 1212 Zion Park Blvd., 21 and over, 90 W. Hoover Ave., Cedar City. Springdale. LAS VEGAS MOTOR SPEEDWAY NASCAR NEON GARAGE 7000 Las Vegas Blvd. N., SATURDAYS Las Vegas. GUIDED SATURDAY MORNING HIKE 7 a.m. Venture into the stunning outback that NCWTS STRATOSPHERE 200 & surrounds St. George on a guided half-day QUALIFYING 7000 Las Vegas Blvd. N., Las hiking tour (4–5 hours). Scheduled hiking Vegas. tours begin at the St. George Adventure NGOTS STRATOSPHERE 200 & Hub (spring and fall months). The guide is QUALIFYING 7000 Las Vegas Blvd. N., Las a local expert trained as a Wilderness First Vegas. Responder​. Call (435) 673-7246. Adventure Hub St. George, 128 N. 100 W. Suite 124, St. George. Sat, Mar 2 TUACAHN SATURDAY MARKET 9 a.m.–1 RED MOUNTAIN 55K, 30K & DIRTY HURTY p.m. Come enjoy the wonderful surroundings HALF MARATHON 6 a.m. Ivins. at the outdoor market in the canyon featuring LAKE TO LAKE RELAY A 50-mile team local artwork, crafts, food and entertainment. relay from Gunlock Reservoir to Sand Hollow 1100 Tuacahn Dr., Ivins. Reservoir. St. George. The Independent / SUindependent.com • March 2019 • Page 21 STEEP CANYON RANGERS 7:30 p.m. THE DIAMONDS & GLEN MILLER Tuacahn Amphitheater, 1100 Tuacahn Dr., ORCHESTRA 7:30 p.m. Heritage Center, Sat, Mar 23 Ivins. 105 N. 100 E., Cedar City. BLAKE MASON BAND AT ZION CANYON LISA MAC AT GEORGE’S CORNER 8 p.m. BREW PUB 4 p.m. The Blake Mason Band Free. Lisa Mac has become known for her plays country music. Zion Canyon Brew Pub, Fri, Mar 22 95 Zion Park Blvd, Springdale. 7:30 p.m. powerful, soulful voice and poignant blues-rock SYMPHONY BAND CONCERT songwriting. 2 W. St. George Blvd., St. George. Eccles Fine Arts Center, S. 700 E., St. George. JESSE MCCARTNEY AND ECHOSMITH AT 7:30 p.m. Jesse McCartney JOHN DENVER TRIBUTE AT CASABLANCA BURNA ARENA ISSAC ERICKSEN AT GEORGE’S CORNER 8:30 p.m. Starring Jim Curry. Purchase by is known worldwide for his platinum singles 8 p.m. 2 W. St. George Blvd., St. George. phone at (800) 585-3737 or at the front desk. “Beautiful Soul” and “Leavin’.” Indie pop trio THE COMEDY MACHINE 8:30 p.m. Enjoy Must be 21 or older to attend. CasaBlanca Echosmith is known for “Cool Kids” and top comedic performances from the United Resort, 950 W. Mesquite Blvd., Mesquite. SOULSPARK7 MAGICKAL “Bright.” 225 S. 700 E., St. George. States. Tickets are $15–$25 and can be purchased at startickets.com. Casablanca WORKSHOPS AND RETREAT CHARLIE KESSNER AT GEORGE’S 8 p.m. Free. George’s Corner Resort, 950 W. Mesquite Blvd., Mesquite. Sun, Mar 17 CORNER Restaurant and Pub, 2 W. St. George Blvd., 10 a.m. ST PATTY’S DAY BOOZY BRUNCH St. George. 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Sat, Mar 9 food and drinks for a great price! Bloody Mary TRIBUTE TO CHICAGO AT CASABLANCA SAND HOLLOW MARATHON & HALF bar, mimosas, coffee, brunch buffet, Irish car 8:30 p.m. Performed by Albumpalooza Band MARATHON 7 a.m. Sand Hollow Rec Center, bombs, Jell-O shots. Club Toadz, 432 N. 100 with The Lon Bronson Horn Section. Purchase 63 S. 100 W., Hurricane. W., Cedar City. by phone at (800) 585-3737 or at the front desk. Must be 21 or older to attend. CasaBlanca

LISA MAC AT ZION CANYON BREW PUB Resort, 950 W. Mesquite Blvd., Mesquite. 6 p.m. Free. Lisa Mac has become known Mon, Mar 18 for her powerful, soulful voice and poignant LIBRARY STORY TIME 10 a.m. Panguitch blues-rock songwriting. Zion Canyon Brew Library, 25 S 200 E, Panguitch. Mon, Mar 25 Pub, 95 Zion Park Blvd., Springdale. COMBINED COLLEGE HIGH SCHOOL SNOW CANYON HIGH CONE SITE 7:30 6 p.m. 1385 Lava SECOND SATURDAY SWING DANCE CONCERT 7 p.m. Cedar High School, 166 ORCHESTRA CONCERT p.m. Swing Dance lesson followed by two W. 1925 N., Cedar City. Flow Dr., St. George. hours of swing dance music. DSU, Whitehead Education Building, 865 E. 100 S., St. George. COLOR COUNTRY CAMERA CLUB 4TH Tues, Mar 19 MONDAY 6 p.m. The Color Country Camera MICHAEL GRIMM AT CASABLANCA 8:30 Club is a fellowship of people with a mutual p.m. Southern rock. Purchase by phone at ARE YOU STRESSED OR NOT LOSING SoulSpark7 has created a magickal class- interest in photography who routinely gather at (800) 585-3737 or at the front desk. Must be WEIGHT? Noon. A special emphasis is placed room to uncover your own divine magick meetings and on field trips to share photograph- 21 or older to attend. CasaBlanca Resort, 950 on weight loss, diabetes, heart disease, and at the Falls Event Center in St. George, ic knowledge and experiences. Attendees are W. Mesquite Blvd., Mesquite. stroke prevention based on simple, proven March 22–24. Learn principles that encour- at all levels of expertise, beginners to profes- methods to a healthier lifestyle. Southwest age self discovery and better health, awak- sionals. No fees or by-laws. St George Public 9 p.m. (435) 673- PUPPET WORKSHOP Utah Public Health Department, 620 S. 400 en your intuition, and spark your ability to Library, 88 W. 100 S., St. George. 4206. $10 per person. DiFiore Center, 307 N. E., St. George. be the creator of your dreams and goals. Main St., St. George. Embrace the magick of a full moon equi- GUIDED MEDITATION SOUND BATH 7:30 PAWS QUIZ NIGHT FUNDRAISER 6 p.m. p.m. Downtown Yoga, 50 E. Tabernacle St., Mike’s Tavern, 90 W. nox ceremony. Attune your body-mind- DJ PHANTOM ALIEN Want to show your smarts? Have fun? Win a St. George. Hoover Ave, Cedar City. $50 prize? ‘Bout Time, 929 W. Sunset Blvd., soul with chakra dhyana meditation and a St. George. sound bath. Learn crystal therapy for man- ifesting and healing. Learn how to harness Tues, Mar 12 FFA STOMP 7 p.m. Enterprise High School, the natural energies of the moon phases Tues, Mar 26 565 S. 200 E., Enterprise. to create harmony and abundance. Learn HEALTHIER YOU FOR LIFE Noon. A special HOW TO BECOME A HEALTHIER YOU basic but astounding “usable” astrology emphasis is placed on weight loss, diabetes, Noon. A special emphasis is placed on weight VOYAGER LECTURE WITH RON SMITH: for your soul’s blueprint and how to map heart disease, and stroke prevention based loss, diabetes, heart disease, and stroke pre- TASMANIAN TIGER 7 p.m. Ron Smith will out your purpose. Experience the love of on simple, proven methods to a healthi- vention based on simple, proven methods to unveil the mysteries of the tragic demise and Mother Earth energy and oneness with er lifestyle. Southwest Utah Public Health a healthier lifestyle. Southwest Utah Public possible revival of the Tasmanian tiger. An an equinox drum circle. Early morning Department, 620 S 400 E, St. George. Health Department, 620 S. 400 E., St. George. informal social gathering begins at 6 p.m. Cost is $15, including refreshments. Kayenta Center meditation at Dixie Rock. Shamanic drum PAGE TURNERS BOOK CLUB 2:30 p.m. for The Arts, 881 Coyote Gulch Ct., Ivins. journey for spiritual guidance. Craft your Page Turners Book Club Washington County own magick wand and ceremonial crown. Wed, Mar 27 Library System, 88 W. 100 S., St. George. Take your power back! $397. Register SKYALLLEN MUSIC AT GEORGE’S Wed, Mar 20 at soulspark7.com/yearofmoonsretreat. CORNER 7 p.m. 2 W. St. George Blvd., St. Soulspark7.com. Call. Lisa StarAhna at George. Fri, Mar 15 CHAMBER CONNECT FEATURING DR. (801) 360-6909. BLODGETT, SOUTHWEST UTAH PUBLIC FEELING LUCKY 5K 6 p.m. Kanab High HEALTH DEPARTMENT 11:30 a.m. We’ll CANYON VIEW HIGH THEATER ONE-ACT School, 59 E. Cowboy Drive, Kanab. hear from the Director of the Southwest PERFORMANCE 7 p.m. 166 W. 1925 N., Thurs, Mar 28 Utah Public Health Department about Valley Cedar City. EARLY MUSIC ENSEMBLE CONCERT 7:30 JOSH WARBURTON AT PEEKABOO p.m. Eccles Fine Arts Center, S. 700 E., St. 6:30 p.m. Free. Josh Warburton Fever and other infections known to this area. 3 p.m. KITCHEN READER’S CIRCLE BOOK CLUB George. performs originals and classics in the folk, Holiday Inn, 1808 S. Crosby Way, St. George. Washington County Library System, 36 S. 300 W., Hurricane. blues, and rock genres with unique vocals and GARY HUFF AT GEORGE’S CORNER 7 acoustic guitar. 233 W. Center St., Kanab. p.m. Free. 2 W. St. George Blvd., St. George SUMA ART AUCTION 5 p.m. $50 for mem- Fri, Mar 29 bers, $60 for nonmembers, includes dinner. BRITISH ROCK ROYALTY 7:30 p.m. PREMIER DANCE CHAMPIONSHIP Desert Tuacahn Amphitheater, 1100 Tuacahn Dr., Thurs, Mar 21 (435) 586-5432, [email protected]. 13 Hills High School, 828 E. Desert Hills Dr., St. Ivins. S. 300 W., Cedar City. George. 3:30 p.m. Washington TEEN BOOK CLUB DAVE COMPTON AT GEORGE’S CORNER County Library System, 36 S. 300 W., TOM BENNETT AT PEEKABOO KITCHEN JON STONE AT PEEKABOO KITCHEN 6:30 8 p.m. 2 W. St. George Blvd., St. George. Hurricane. 6:30 p.m. Free. Country and is based out of p.m. Free. Multi-instrumentalist Jon Stone SLC. 233 W. Center St., Kanab. from Louisiana plays acoustic folk on violin, 4 p.m. Children can read GEORGE STRAIT TRIBUTE AT PAWS FOR TALES 7:30 p.m. Tuacahn mandolin and other strings. 233 W. Center 8:30 p.m. Jack LeDuc and to registered therapy dogs. Free. St. George RYAN HAMILTON CASABLANCA Amphitheater, 1100 Tuacahn Dr., Ivins. St., Kanab. his band will present the best of George Library, 88 W 100 S, St. George. 7:30 p.m. Argentine Strait. Purchase by phone at (800) 585-3737 4:30 p.m. EXTASIS AT KAYENTA COSMOPOLITAN BAROQUE AT KAYENTA BOOK ENDS BOOK CLUB tango trio. 881 Coyote Gulch Ct., Ivins. or at the front desk. Must be 21 or older to Washington County Library System, 220 N. 7:30 p.m. Program includes works by J. attend. CasaBlanca Resort, 950 W. Mesquite S. Bach, Couperin, Marais, Schmelzer, and 300 E., Washington. MIKE AND ELAINE AT GEORGE’S CORNER Blvd., Mesquite. 8 p.m. This multi-instrumentalist couple cover Telemann. 881 Coyote Gulch Ct., Ivins. 7 p.m. Argentine tango trio. EXTASIS AT CCC a range of musical styles. 2 W. St. George Tickets $15. Zarts.org. Canyon Community DICK EARL ELECTRIC WITNESS AT Blvd., St. George. Center, 126 Lion Blvd., Springdale. GEORGE’S CORNER 8 p.m. Dick Earl is Sat, Mar 16 a blues and rock and roll musician from St. KIP ATTAWAY AT CASABLANCA 8:30 p.m. DICK EARL AT ZION CANYON BREW PUB STRENGTH TRAINING FOR THE Country. (800) 585-3737 or at the front desk. George. 2 W. St. George Blvd., St. George. 4 p.m. Free. Dick Earl is a blues and rock and 7 p.m. With Tiffany ENDURANCE ATHLETE Must be 21 or older. CasaBlanca Resort, 950 roll musician from St. George. Zion Canyon Gust. Dixie Regional Medical Center, 1380 E. W. Mesquite Blvd., Mesquite. Brew Pub, 95 Zion Park Blvd., Springdale. Medical Center Dr., St. George. Find more at SUindependent.com Page 22 • The Independent / SUindependent.com • March 2019 HURRICON ANIME FEST 9 a.m.–10 p.m. CASEY STRICKLEY OF SECOND ECHO Hurricane Branch Library, 36 S. 300 W., Wed, Apr 3 (TRIO) AT GEORGE’S CORNER 8 p.m. Hurricane. LAWRENCE RASMUS AT GEORGE’S Free. W. St. George Blvd., St. George. FULL TILT BOOGIE AT ZION CANYON CORNER 7 p.m. 2 W. St. George Blvd., St. BREW PUB 4 p.m. Full Tilt Boogie blends George. MARDI GRAS PARTY AT MIKE’S TAVERN hard hitting tunes and rich tones as the band Sat, Apr 6 90 W. Hoover Ave., Cedar City. plays a pure hearted combination of blues, CASEY STICKLEY TRIO AT ZION CANYON soul, jam, originals, and tunes that pack the Thurs, Apr 4 BREW PUB 4 p.m. Combining the finest dance floor. Zion Canyon Brew Pub, 95 Zion 7:30 p.m. elements of the classic and the modern. Sat, Mar 30 Park Blvd, Springdale. ELECTRO–ACOUSTIC CONCERT Eccles Fine Arts Center, S. 700 E., St. Heavily influenced by bands such as Pearl BEER DRINKERS & HELL RAISERS AT 7:30 p.m. Eccles 8:30 p.m. Tribute to ZZ Top. NEW MUSIC CONCERT George. Jam, Soundgarden, and Alice in Chains. CASABLANCA Fine Arts Center, S. 700 E., St. George. Purchase by phone at (800) 585-3737 or at Zion Canyon Brew Pub, 95 Zion Park Blvd, the front desk. Must be 21 or older to attend. NICK ADAMS AT GEORGE’S CORNER 8 p.m. Springdale. CasaBlanca Resort, 950 W. Mesquite Blvd., Nick Adams is a singer/songwriter based out of Fri, Apr 5 MUSIC WITH GOOD FRIENDS 8 p.m. Mesquite. St. George. 2 W. St. George Blvd., St. George. JOSH WARBURTON AT PEEKABOO George’s Corner Restaurant and Pub, 2 W. KITCHEN 6:30 p.m. Free. Josh Warburton St. George Blvd., St. George. performs originals and classics in the folk, Mon, Apr 1 blues, and rock genres with unique vocals and Entry UPCYCLE BOOK ART CONTEST acoustic guitar. 233 W. Center St., Kanab. 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