I am so pleased to announce the release of “Navajo Weavers of the American Southwest,” coming Monday, October 8, 2018
from Arcadia Publishing!
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Secretary Perdue and Representative Tenney Host Agriculture Listening Session at Trinity Valley Dairy
WHEN: TOMORROW, Thursday, August 23rd beginning at 8:15am ET
WHERE: Trinity Valley Dairy, 2847 Route 13, Cortland, NY
NOTE: Following the listening session, the Secretary and Representative Tenney will be available for a media gaggle.
Secretary Perdue and Representative Tenney Tour Brabant Farms and Participate in a Town Hall Meeting
WHEN: TOMORROW, Thursday, August 23rd beginning at 10:45am ET
WHERE: Brabant Farms, 6166 Happy Valley Road, Verona, NY
NOTE: Following the event, the Secretary and Representative Tenney will be available for a media gaggle
Secretary Perdue and Representative Faso Tour Altobelli Family Farm
WHEN: TOMORROW, Thursday, August 23rd beginning at 3:00pm ET
WHERE: Altobelli Family Farm, 1202 Old Post Road, Valatie, NY
Secretary Perdue and Representative Faso Participate in a Dairy Roundtable at Dutch Hollow Farms
WHEN: TOMORROW, Thursday, August 23rd beginning at 4:00pm ET
WHERE: Dutch Hollow Farms, 101 Running Creek Road, Schodack Landing, NY
NOTE: Following the roundtable, the Secretary and Representative Faso will be available for a media gaggle.
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Salt Lake City, UT (August 22, 2018) — This morning the Utah Supreme Court issued a unanimous opinion against the Utah Highway Patrol and the Utah Department of Public Safety in a civil asset forfeiture case.
That case, Savely v. UHP, deals with nearly half a million dollars taken through civil asset forfeiture and then transferred to the federal government in violation of state laws that prohibit such transfers except in very limited circumstances that were not followed in this case.
To read the opinion and background of the facts of the case, click here.
"The public is rightly outraged by laws that allow the government to take property from people not charged with a crime, as was the case here," said Connor Boyack, president of Libertas Institute. "It's even worse when state laws designed to protect a property owner's rights are not followed by state agencies, which is why we're very pleased to see the state's highest court unanimously holding them accountable."
He continued: "We will be promoting more reforms in the upcoming legislative session that will address what the justices brought up in their opinion, and look forward to helping elected officials better protect the rights of property owners against these civil asset forfeiture cases."
A previous poll on the issue found that 86% of Utah voters oppose current civil asset forfeiture laws.
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About Libertas Institute
Libertas Institute is a free market think tank that collaborates with a diverse group of organizations and allies to create a freer Utah, effecting change through legal research, public advocacy and advertising, lawsuits against government, events, publications, and more.
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Gem Faire Coming to Salt Lake City
Portland, OR—Gem Faire, America's Premier Jewelry & Bead Show, returns to Salt Lake city September 21-23, 2018 at Mountain America Expo Center, located at 9575 S. State St., in Sandy. Hours are Fri. 10am-6pm, Sat. 10am-6pm, and Sun. 10am-5pm. The event is open to the public. Admission of $7 is valid for the entire weekend. Free parking!
Exhibitors from all over the world will be on site with the largest selection of fine jewelry, crystals, gemstones, beads, minerals, fossils and much more. Take advantage of buying direct from the importers and wholesalers. From loose gems, raw minerals and millions of bead strands, to finished jewelry, fashion accessories, supplies and tools, find them all under one roof. Jewelry repair, cleaning & ring sizing service is available while you shop. Classes & demonstrations are offered to all skill levels. Wasatch Gem Society and R.O.C.K. Club will be there with educational displays & demonstrations. Free door prize drawings are conducted every hour throughout the weekend.
Mark your calendar! Gem Faire will be in Salt Lake City for three days only! Buy quality gems, jewelry and beading supplies directly from the source right in your town only at Gem Faire. For more information, visit www.gemfaire.com or contact Gem Faire, Inc. at (503) 252-8300 or email: info@gemfaire.com.
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Skip the Sports Desk on opening day and head straight to the lift! Visit us at Ski N’ See to buy your 2018 / 2019 season pass, print out a season pass purchased online or buy Go Cards and 5 Pack Discount Cards.
SKI N’ SEE (772 9400 S.)
August 24 – 26 | 10a – 5p
August 31 – September 3 | 10a – 5p
Share our passion for the sports we love and find out why Brighton has earned the reputation as "The Place Where Utah Learns to Ski and Ride". Space is limited so make sure to register today!
LITTLE RIPPERS
For Kids Ages 4-7
These programs are designed to share the fun and love of skiing and snowboarding with the Little Rippers out there! Through skill-based games, guided practice and individual feedback, children learn and refine the fundamentals of skiing and snowboarding. Our instructors are specially trained for this age group and often have an assistant with them on the mountain.
YOUNG SHREDDERS
For Kids Ages 8 - 16
For older kids there’s nothing better than hitting the slopes with their friends! As parents, you want them to have the skills they need to be safe and in control. Brighton instructors are specially trained to help children of all levels focus on fun and safety while improving their ability on more challenging terrain and in variable conditions.
FREESTYLE SKI CAMP
For Advanced Skiers Ages 7 - 15
This program is for local experienced skiers who want to explore the world of freeride. Based on the idea of a coaching and a team experience, this camp will focus on freestyle, terrain parks, all-mountain skiing and safety. Goals wills include: learning new skills, techniques and tricks, understanding snow and terrain, and inspiring a love and respect for the mountains.
WOMENS WORKSHOPS
For Adults Ages 13 and Older
This series is for women only who want to explore challenging conditions and terrain. The women instructors provide a professional program of instruction geared to skill development for beginner through advanced skiers and snowboarders. The continuity of having the same group of women and the same female instructor each week lends to the special social and supportive atmosphere.
BACKCOUNTRY WORKSHOP
For Adults Ages 13 and Older
This introductory workshop will cover many elements associated with backcountry ski touring and splitboarding, such as: preparing for a winter day in the backcountry, using ski/snowboard touring equipment and skins, safely dealing with group dynamics, planning and setting skin tracks, understanding and using avalanche safety equipment, practicing beacon drills, increasing skiing/riding skills in variable off-piste conditions and understanding basic *avalanche hazards.
