National Network of Libraries of Medicine

Health Expo @ St. George Library

The Washington County Library System, in conjunction with National Network of Libraries of Medicine, invites you to attend the “Healthy You Health Expo” for adults. This event is to improve public access to information and enable them to make informed decisions about their health.

Location: St. George Library
Community and Conference Rooms
(Google Maps)
When: Saturday, January 27, 2018
Time: 10:30 am — 5:30 pm

10:30 am — 12:00 pm

  • Keynote Speaker: Dr. Lynn Otto – Community Rooms A & B

12:00 — 1:00 pm

  • Ask a Pharmacist Exhibit – Conference Room

1:00 — 2:15 pm

  • Medline Plus Database Training – Community Room A
  • Brain Health & Stroke Prevention – Community Room B

2:30 — 3:45 pm

  • Smoothies for Health and Nutrition – Community Room A
  • Diabetes Prevention and Control – Community Room B

4:00 — 5:15 pm

  • Alzheimer’s and Dementia – Community Room A
  • Pain Management – Community Room B

All Day Exhibits

Click here to download “Healthy You Health Expo” flyer.

For more information, please visit the St. George Library (Google Maps) or call 435.301.7580.

Zion National Park

Notice of Vacancy — Rockville Springdale Special Service District Administrative Control Board

NOTICE is hereby given that there are one (1) vacancy on the Rockville Springdale Special Service District Administrative Control Board.

To qualify for appointment to that Board, an individual must meet the following qualifications:

  • Be a U.S. Citizen;
  • Be a qualified elector (registered voter) of the Rockville Springdale Special Service District

Those wishing to serve on the Rockville Springdale Special Service District Administrative Control Board should submit a Candidate for Appointment form (click here to download) to the Washington County Commission Office (Google Maps) no later than Thursday, January 25, 2018.

The County Commission will consider the nominees for appointment to this board at its February 6, 2018, County Commission meeting.

Published in The Spectrum January 5, 6, 7, 8 and 9, 2018.

Notice of Vacancy – Washington County Planning Commission

NOTICE is hereby given that there are three (3) vacancies on the Washington County Planning Commission.

To qualify for appointment to that Board, an individual must meet the following qualifications:

  • Be a U.S. Citizen;
  • Reside in Washington County;
  • Be registered to vote in Washington County

Those wishing to serve on the Washington County Planning Commission should submit a Candidate for Appointment form (click here to download) to the Washington County Commission Office (Google Maps) no later than Thursday, December 28, 2017.

The County Commission will consider the nominees for appointment to this board at its January 16, 2018, County Commission meeting.

Published in The Spectrum December 4, 5, 6, 7, and 8, 2017.

RFP for Janitorial Contracts on County Offices and Library Branches

Washington County is seeking two separate bid proposals from janitorial contractors to provide equipment and labor for the janitorial and cleaning of the following offices and branches:

  1. Washington County Offices
    • Administration Building
    • Boulevard Building
    • Justice Center
    • Office Plaza
    • Annex I
    • USU Extension
  2. Washington County Library Branches
    • Administration Building
    • St. George branch
    • Hurricane branch
    • Washington branch
    • Santa Clara branch
    • Enterprise branch
    • New Harmony branch
    • Hildale branch

Bid documents can be picked up at the Washington County Commission offices starting Monday October 30, 2017 through November 12, 2017.

Washington County Commission
111 East Tabernacle
St. George, UT  84770
Account #: 1359
(Google Maps)

Publish on:

  • October 26, 2017 (Libraries)
  • October 27, 2017 (Offices & Libraries)
  • October 28, 2017 (Offices & Libraries)
  • October 29, 2017 (Offices & Libraries)
  • October 30, 2017 (Offices & Libraries)
  • October 31, 2017 (Offices)

October Date Night @ USU Extension

Date nights are a perfect way to revitalize your relationship! Spice up your relationship and your meals by preparing a recipe together. Roasted chicken with your own original spice mix, salad, and rice.

Friday, October 27, 2017
6:00 pm to 8:00 pm
$8/per couple
(This is an adult only class)

Washington County Extension
339 South 5500 West
Hurricane, UT
(Google Maps)

For more information, contact Brittany Bingeman at brittany.bingeman@usu.edu or 435-301-7740.
Utah State University is an affirmative action/equal opportunity institution.

Youth Baking Class at 4-H on October 18

Pumpkin Muffins & Fruit Skewers with Pumpkin Dip

Wednesday, October 18, 2017, 4:00 – 5:30 pm
Washington County Extension Office
339 South 550 West, Hurricane, UT

This class is open to any 4-H youth, ages 7-10 years, who are accompanied by their parent/guardian. You can register for 4-H through our online program at ut.4honline.com. If you have questions about registering, please call Kay Jean at 435-634-2693.

Youth will learn basic baking skills and tips about creating a healthy plate while creating a festive pumpkin recipe.

For more information, contact Brittany Bingeman at brittany.bingeman@usu.edu or 435-301-7740
$4/per person (No Cost for Adults)

Utah State University is an affirmative action/equal opportunity institution

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FREE Community Health Screening

Dixie Regional Medical Center Community Health Screening

No cost health assessment for you and adult family members

  • FREE screenings for prediabetes, high blood pressure and depression
  • Educational and community resources
  • Referrals to prevention classes
  • Important information about prescription opioids
  • Information about how to get naloxone without a prescription

Saturday, September 16, from 10 am to 2 pm.

Washington City Walmart
625 W. Telegraph Street
Washington, UT 84780
(Google Maps)

Take home a watermelon for completing screenings.

Download Flyer: English | Spanish