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I had to explain to the boys who visited the city office that you can’t legislate kindness, however, being kind can be contagious. Let’s use the month of September to render assistance and concern to others and see the difference it makes in our community.
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The chorus includes the following: Hold the door, say please, say thank you Don’t steal, don’t cheat, and don’t lie I know you got mountains to climb but Always stay humble and kind
One of my favorite country songs is “Always Stay Humble and Kind” by Tim McGraw. The second verse of the song includes the verbiage: Don’t expect a free ride from no one Don’t hold a grudge or a chip and here’s why Bitterness keeps you from flyin’
Recently, a group of ten-year-old boys visited the city offices to be introduced to city government and find out how the city council functions. I was able to spend an hour with them. When they arrived, I escorted them into the city council chambers and had them sit in the mayor and council’s chairs. Their leaders and I sat in the audience and asked them questions as though we were citizens participating in a council meeting. I asked the boys what laws they would like to see the council adopt. One of the boys said, “You should pass a law that requires everyone to be kind.” I thought to myself, that would be interesting and what a great idea!
Recently, our parks have experienced a moderate degree of vandalism. Please help us reduce such vandalism by reporting suspicious activity. We continue to receive inquiries regarding compliance with ordinances about weeds and dogs. Please be considerate of your neighbors.
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Kindness is a word we hear often, but I admit I had never researched the actual definition of the word. According to Wikipedia, “Kindness is a type of behavior marked by acts of generosity, consideration, rendering assistance or concern for others, without expecting praise or reward in return.” I’m proud to live in a community where kind acts are a way of life and paying it forward is more than a catchI’mphrase.abeliever in continuous improvement, and an area I would like to challenge all of us to improve in is being more considerate: considerate of the facilities in our parks, considerate of our neighbors, considerate of those who serve the city, and considerate of those who respond to our needs as citizens of this great community. Being considerate means being careful not to hurt others or their property.
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• The Council has updated the land use code to include the ability for commercial businesses to utilize more white and other colors in their buildings to comply with franchise requirements. This was asked for by the Neilsen’s Frozen Custard franchise coming into North Ogden.
SpotlightEmployee Becca Godfrey
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Becca began her career with North Ogden City in 2004 and is the face of our recreation department. She’s responsible for coordinating our youth sports, camps, and leagues, and is phenomenal at all the planning this entails. She has been involved in athletics her whole life, playing volleyball, basketball, and softball growing up.
During her college years, she played softball for Dixie College and BYU (go Cougars!!), so it’s no wonder this job suits her to a tee. According to our Parks and Recreation Director, “Becca is the heart of the recreation department. North Ogden City has been so fortunate to have her here for the last 18 years. She is incredible with people and remembers the names of players and parents from many years and seasons past. Becca makes everyone feel appreciated and comfortable, and her love of sport is contagious. She is a team player and is always willing to pitch in where needed to help the Parks and Recreation Department succeed.” Becca loves working with the community and getting to know all the kids that come through the programs.
When she’s not on the field, prepping uniforms, or scheduling teams, she enjoys spending time with her husband and two boys, going camping, hiking, exploring, working in the yard, and attending all her boys’ activities. She’s a cheerleader for all her co-workers and an athlete in the game. Thanks for always cheering us on and for keeping youth sports alive! We appreciate you!
• The Council has held the Truth In Taxation hearing and approved the final budget for the Budget Year that runs from July 1, 2022 to June 30, 2023. The approved adopted tax rate is 24.5% instead of the 41.55% that was advertised.
• The Public Safety Building is continuing to move forward with an occupancy date for next spring to early summer.
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The number-one RED FLAG is if a person requests that you pay money to receive money. This payment could include cash, checks, or gift cards like Amazon, iTunes, Green Dot, Apple gift cards, etc. Another RED FLAG is if anyone sends you money for an item, the amount is over the agreed upon price, and you are asked to return the difference. Keep reading for other specific scams.
IRS/STATE TAX SCAMS: The IRS will not typically call anyone for delinquent taxes without first sending a “Letter of Notice” by mail. The IRS will never call you and tell you that you have a warrant and that you need to pay with gift cards. If you have concerns about your standing with the IRS, call the IRS or check your account status at irs.gov.
EMERGENCY SCAMS: The scammers will pretend to be a relative, often calling from a number that looks similar to that of a family member. The caller may sound upset and represent that a relative is in trouble and to send money immediately. Call the specific family member or another family member to confirm or deny the story.
“PHISHING” SCAMS: This type of scam can come from a phone call, text, email, or mailed document. It may appear that it is from a reputable company and will ask for your personal information, social security numbers, credit card numbers, bank account information, and passwords. Do NOT give out this information, even if it appears to be coming from a trusted source. Do not open provided link. Reach out to the agency or business using a known number or website instead.
IMPORTANT NOTES: Scammers might also ask you to transfer money using an online transfer application such as Zelle, PayPal, or Venmo. Most banks will not reimburse you if you use one of these types of apps as you are the person initiating the money transfer. Be sure you know who you are transferring money to before you do so. Never pay someone you don’t know, who insists you pay with a gift card or money transfer service only. Never deposit a check and send money or gifts cards back to someone. If someone calls you and threatens you, or promises you something that is too good to be true and asks for you to pay with a gift card, IT IS A SCAM. Never pay money to obtain money. Don’t be afraid to contact your local police department if you have any questions. We would rather have you speak to us than fall prey to a scam.
LOTTERY SCAMS: You are notified that you have won a large amount of money, but the “company” wants a processing fee for you to get the money. Lotteries and companies such as Publishers Clearing House do not require processing fees to obtain the winnings.
RELATIONSHIP SCAMS: You meet someone online and you communicate only through a messenger service or application. These scammers will give you excuses why they can’t speak to you or why they can’t meet you in person. They are patient as they wait until they have a relationship with you, and then they promise things for the future in turn asking you for money. Don’t send them the money.
SALE SCAMS: Someone posts something for sale on Facebook Marketplace, Facebook Groups, or KSL Classifieds. These scams can target both the buyer and seller. If a price is too good to be true, it’s probably a scam. Be wary of items for sale that require a deposit or money paid up front.
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arrest for some reason, like missing jury duty. These scammers also ask for gift cards and try to keep you on the phone, making threats that you will be arrested if you report the caller or contact your local police department. Don’t be afraid to hang up on these types of scammers and DO call your local police department immediately.
TECH SUPPORT SCAMS: You may receive a pop-up on your computer from a reputable company such as Microsoft, Google, or an anti-virus company, saying you have a virus and for you to call a number. Once you call the number, they will ask you to allow them access to your computer, which allows them to see everything on your computer and obtain your data, including your bank information, and often request you pay them money to fix the computer.
GOVERNMENT IMPOSTER SCAMS: This type of scam typically involves someone calling you and saying that they are a police officer or deputy sheriff and stating that you have a warrant for your How Can You Avoid Being Scammed? BY DETECTIVE JON UNGARD, NORTH OGDEN POLICE DEPARTMENT
I was recently visiting my father in California, when he received a phone call from a male with a deep Indian accent telling him he had won the Publishers Clearing House Sweepstakes (PCH). My father is in his late 70s and was excited because he had recently submitted an entry to PCH. The voice on the other end requested that my father send money to receive his “winnings.” I instantly knew that this was a scam. With my law enforcement experience, I have dealt with many types of frauds and scams through the years. As a detective, the most common crimes I investigate are financial crimes that include frauds and forgeries. Unfortunately, due to technology and slick scammers, there are many victims losing their hard-earned money these days. So, what can you do to avoid being scammed? Watch for common RED FLAGS!
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8 northogdenconnection.com | September 2022 literature as an excellent segue into bringing life lessons to her Shestudents.recalled an experience when one student who came in for reading time claimed she didn’t like reading. Joan went to her book shelf, picked out a book, and asked the girl to dedicate the full 15 minutes of reading time to the book. After that time had passed, the girl looked up and said she was taking the book home with her. The next day, she popped into Joan’s classroom to say she had read over 100 pages of the book the previous night. That book then cycled through the girl’s friends and never made its way back to Joan’s classroom. It has been the small experiences like that, of helping students one by one, which have culminated into the overall impact Joan has left on her students. She tried to help students realize their potential, set their own course, and make their own path, despite the adversities students faced. Thank you for your contributions to our community, Joan! FOOD + CITY NEWS
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“Joan Heap changed my life,” said Andrea Robinson. “She was my English teacher in 8th grade, and [for] the way she worked with me and encouraged me, I’ll be forever grateful.” Linden Puzey Kendall said. “She’s inspirational and deserving of such an achievement and more!” Shanna Campbell said, “She inspired not just students but fellow teachers.”
Joan Heap finished her teaching career at North Ogden Junior High and received the Utah Teacher of the Year award in 2006. She stated that her impact as a teacher was greatly influenced by the other teachers around her. She said their team at North Ogden was very conscientious about preparing students for high school and college. She also saw English I 801.737.4781
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Landon’s favorite event is the one mile, with his best time coming in at four minutes and 26 seconds. To put how fast this is into perspective, the average in-shape runner usually finishes one mile in about 9 to 10 minutes. His ultimate goal is to finish the mile in under 4 minutes and 10 seconds. We are rooting for you, Landon, and can’t wait to see this happen!
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The Ground Has Officially Been Broken!
Yes, you read that correctly!
The council has been working towards the construction of a Public Safety Building for the past several years, including a scoping survey, formation of the Public Safety Building Committee, open houses, and other meetings and discussions.
Mayor Berube, our city council, our outstanding police department, Senator Johnson, Representative Wilcox, former mayors and council members, former police chiefs, city employees, Northview Fire, representatives from Big-D Construction and JRCA Architects, along with members of our community joined us on July 21, 2022 in celebration of our future Public Safety Building.
“I think the process has been very thorough and methodical. We are now at a point where we have made all the big decisions, and now, the project will move very quickly,” said Jon Call, city manager/attorney.Theprojectisset to be completed in August 2023.
“This is something that’s been needed in our city for an extremely long period of time and is finally coming to fruition,” Mayor Berube said during the event. The new building will meet the necessary regulations and offer a higher level of security for our Police Department, Justice Court, Animal Control, and Code Enforcement officers.
They have approved a contract with Big-D and JRCA Architects for the design and construction of the new single-story, 25,000-square-foot public safety building, which is being built adjacent to the existing facility.
Focused, motivated, and resilient are just a few words to describe Landon Hart, a Weber Warrior, enthusiastic athlete, and likable seasonal Parks and Recreation employee.
Meet Landon Hart
Landon began running when he was in third grade, following in the footsteps of his mom and three older brothers. All summer long, Landon has been preparing for his senior year and upcoming cross country and track season by training and running roughly 60 miles each week.
Running has given Landon something to be proud of and be successful in. It has taught him that not everything is going to be perfect and that he may have bad races and must bounce back. He loves how independent running is and that the work he puts in is what he gets out of it. He doesn’t have to rely on anyone else for his individual success. When he’s not running and focusing on faster times, Landon loves skateboarding, hiking, or anything that keeps him active. We’ve thoroughly enjoyed working with him these past few months and wish him all the best!
September 2022 | northogdenconnection.com 11 Key Community Contacts MAYOR Neal Berube: 801-686-0688, nberube@nogden.org COUNCIL MEMBERS Phillip Swanson: 801-940-2111, pswanson@nogden.org Charlotte Ekstrom: 801-920-6987, cekstrom@nogden.org Blake Cevering: 801-549-8202, bcevering@nogden.org Ryan Barker: 801-814-4306, rbarker@nogden.org Jay D. Dalpias: 385-405-6061, jddalpias@nogden.org CITY OFFICES AND CONTACTS City Hall 801-782-7211 Planning Scott801-737-9841Hess:planning@nogden.org City Recorder Susan801-737-9830Nance: recorder@nogden.org Human Resources Manager Katie801-737-9835Gerard-Nelson: kgerard@nogden.org Building Bruce801-737-9831Higley: bhigley@nogden.org Police Business 801-782-7219 Dispatch JeremyChiefEmergency801-629-8221911DirkQuinney:dquinney@nogden.orgHindes:jhindes@nogden.org Public Works David801-782-8111Espinoza: despinoza@nogden.org Parks & Recreation Tiffany801-737-0587Staheli: tstaheli@nogden.org Becca Godfrey: bgodfrey@nogden.org Justin Rasmussen: jrasmussen@nogden.org City Manager/City Attorney Jon801-737-9846Call:jcall@nogden.org Senior Center 801-782-6211: Zella Richards Flood Zones Questions regarding flood zones should be directed to Lorin Gardner, city engineer, at 801-782-8111. FEMA flood maps are available for your review at the city offices. We also have elevation certificates. City Council Meetings The mayor and council welcome your input and attendance at the council meetings held the second and fourth Tuesdays of every month, starting at 6 p.m. Work sessions are held as needed on the first Tuesday of each month at 6 p.m. Check visitnorthogdencity.com/meetings for changes. Questions, Comments, Accolades? Go to northogdencity.com/i-want-to/contact-us or see community contacts, right, for information. OGDEN’S PREMIERONLYMOUNTAIN EQUIPMENT SHOP GEARTHIRTY.COMOgden,UT.1931S.WashingtonBlvd. IMPROVE YOUR OUTDOOR EXPERIENCE camping • backpacking • hiking • climbing trail running • ski touring • alpine skiing
North Branch Library • 6:00pm – 7:30pm Guiding Good Choices Workshop • April 6 – May 4 • Orion Jr. High • 6:00pm –
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National Prescription Drug Take Back Day aims to provide a safe, convenient, and responsible means of disposing of prescription drugs, while also educating the general public about the potential for abuse of medications. This year we will be able to take E-cigs and Vape pens. The batteries just need to be removed. Smiths Food King 2434 N Washington Blvd North Ogden Weber CTC Community Board
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The Weber CTC Youth Council attended two prevention trainings in July: the Utah Youth Leadership Summit in Bryce Canyon, hosted by the Utah Prevention Coalition Association (UPCA) and the Midyear Training Institute in Orlando, Florida, hosted by the Community Anti-Drug Coalitions of America (CADCA). Seven of the Weber CTC Youth Council members were trained and learned many valuable skills and information to bring back to our community.AveryKane was able to attend both trainings and provided some great feedback. Avery told coalition leaders, “I learned a lot about how to help myself and that I have to help myself before helping others.” Avery reported that the most useful skill she learned was the SELFIE method, which provides an easier
Murals Weber CTC has partnered together with Parents Empowered. Together they are bringing murals to the community that reinforce the harm that underage drinking to undeveloped teenage brains.
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Empowering and Training the Weber CTC Youth Council way to remember things that help to support mental health and fight depression. She said she has used this method every day since returning from this training and is excited to teach her peers more about it. These trainings are crucial for teaching youth skills and information to bring back and teach their peers. Weber CTC seeks to provide this opportunity to empower these youth with the knowledge to help create positive change in their community. Avery shared her words of hope with coalition leaders, “[The youth council] can help our community.” We know these youth will stay committed to making their community an even better place to live.
Youth Council Instagram: @weberctcyouthcouncil, Facebook: WeberCTCYouthCouncil QUESTIONS, or to VOLUNTEER, visit our website: weberctc.org.
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“Striving To Make A Difference In People’s Lives” LIBRARY EVENTS @ NORTH BRANCH 801-337-2650 475 E 2600 • North Ogden areeventsAllfree! SEPTEMBER EVENTS Fun Things To Do Sept 1, 8, 15, 22, & 29: Community Band Rehearsals - Bring your own instrument. @ North View Senior Center 7 p.m. Jazz Ensemble @ North View Senior Center 8:30 p.m. Email jepsenl2665 @gmail.com for more info. Sept 2: 2022 Weber State Block Partyfood trucks, swag, games & fun! @ WSU 8 a.m. - 2 p.m. (Purple Pancake Breakfast starts at 8 a.m.) First Friday Art Stroll @ 25th Street 6-9 p.m. Sept 3: Photo Scavenger Hunt & Contest @ Ogden Nature Center 9:30 a.m. Sept 3 & 10: Farmer’s Market @ Historic 25th Street 8 a.m. - 1 p.m. Sept 10: Fall Craft Fair @ 692 E 3125 N North Ogden, UT 84414 10 a.m. Sept 12 & 26: Pleasant View Food Truck Giddy Up - music, games, entertainment, & food trucks! @ 520 W Elberta Dr. Ogden, UT 84414 5:30 p.m. Sept 17: Drivin’ for Autism Charity Event @ Schnieter’s Riverside Golf Course 7 a.m. Sept 17 & 24: Farmers Fall Market @ Historic 25th Street 9 a.m. - 2 p.m. Senior Events NORTH VIEW SENIOR CENTER 485 E. 2550 N - North Ogden Lunch 11:30 a.m. to 12:45 p.m. Mon. - Fri. Call Zella if you have any questions at 801-782-6211. Monday Ceramics @ 8:30 a.m. Beginners Line Dance & Tai Chi @ 9 a.m. Intermediate Line Dancing @ 10 a.m. Tap Dance Class @ 1 p.m. Tuesday Billiards @ 9 a.m. Art @ 9:30 Intermediatea.m.Line Dancing @ 10 a.m. Wednesday Wood Carving/Billiards/Bridge @ 9 a.m. Intermediate Line Dancing @ 10 a.m. Games (Chess, Pinochle, etc.) @ 12:30 p.m. Thursday Billiards & Zumba @ 9 a.m. Zumba Class @ 10 a.m. Tap Dancing @ 1 p.m. Friday Ceramics @ 8:30 a.m. Bridge @ 9 a.m. Yoga (Check with Zella) @ 10 a.m Sept 5: Closed - Labor Day Sept 6: AARP Driving Class @ 10 a.m. - 2:30 p.m., $20 for AARP Members, $25 Non-Members Special Announcement: Enter to win a telescope @ Weber County Library Entries will be accepted until Nov 30. Winners will be contacted Dec 7. Sept 1-30: Teen Scene: Avocado Plushie Sewing Kit (all day) Sept 6: Craft Class: Mini Piñatas @ 6 p.m. Sept 22: Art Class: Mandala Art @ 7 p.m. Sept 26: Teen Scene: Faux Stained-Glass Art @ 7 p.m. Sept 27: Empowering Financial Wellness: What Is Your Money Personality? @ 6:30 p.m. Gandy Dancer Mercantile’s Summer Music Series FREE • All Ages • 7-9 p.m. 3920 Washington Boulevard, Ogden Sept 2: Korene Greenwood Sept 3: Bill N Diane Sept 9: Wood Carver Sept 10: Picks N Stix Sept 16: Ashberry Jam Sept 17: Soul Shine Sept 23: Ophir Creek Sept 24: Dixon Haze Sept 30: TBD Sept 8: Fun Night with Dinner and Entertainment @ 5 p.m. Sept 10: Gary Romer Dance @ 7 p.m. Sept 14 & 21: Foot Clinic @ 10 a.m. - $10 Sept 22: Fraud Prevention Class @ 5:30 p.m. with North Ogden Police Sept 29: Bingo @ 5:30 p.m. Come play on our pool tables and billiards during open hours. All senior center activities are subject to change. 14 northogdenconnection.com | September 2022
Sept 6: Girls Tennis @ Weber 3 p.m.
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Sept 23: Picture Day @ NOJH (Time TBD) Orion Jr. High Sept 5: Labor Day - No School
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Sept 9: Football @ Weber 7 p.m.
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Sept 12: Girls Soccer @ Weber 3:30 p.m.
Sept 15: Girls Volleyball @ Weber 3:30 p.m. Girls Soccer @ Weber 6 p.m.
Sept 20: Softball @ Sand Ridge 3 p.m.
Sept 9: Opening Assembly @ Orion 10 a.m. Football @ T.H. Bell 3 p.m. Sept 13, 15, & 27: Softball @ Orion 3 p.m.
Sept 29: Softball @ T.H. Bell 3 p.m. Maria Montessori Academy
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WhileElementary.attendingschool at Weber State as an art major, he lived close enough to campus to walk, and he always had a camera around his neck, looking for compositions. “You see the world differently if you’re looking for compositions.” He enjoys painting landscapes, and he is currently doing a series of paintings that are favorite fishing places around the area. He said that people might inherit a few techniques from their family members, but self confidence makes a bigger difference in the long run. “When you see kindergarteners, they all think of themselves as artists. Then by 3rd grade, very few consider themselves to be artists. As you get older, you need to have confidence. Everyone is comparing you, and you’re comparing yourself.” Jerry’s parents encouraged him when he was young, and his dad had a particular influence in Jerry’s path. “We lived in a basement house, and my dad built the upstairs by himself… He’d work all day, then he’d work on the house. We had a big picture window in the front of the house, and he’d do paintings on plywood with house paint.” He explained that cars would park out front and watch. Since then, he has been looking for light and shadows that call him to pick up his own brushes.
Upcoming Art Events Sept 1 - 24 Plein Air Art Exhibition @ Eccles Art Center 9 a.m. - 5 p.m. Sept 2 First Friday Art Stroll @ 25th Street 6 - 9 p.m. Sept 6 Craft Night: Mini Pinatas @ North Branch Library 6 p.m. (Call 801-337-2650 to register) Sep 22 Art Class: Mandala Art @ North Branch Library 7 p.m. Sep 26 Teen Scene: Faux Stained-Glass Art @ North Branch Library 7 p.m.
People might inherit a few techniques from their family members, but self-confidence makes a bigger difference in the long run.
In Weber County, brought to you by Cache Valley Bank the art scene
North Ogden resident, Jerry Pacheco, is a watercolor landscape artist who taught art at elementary schools for 32 years. He taught grades 3-6 but taught mostly 4th grade. He spent many years at Country View and later finished at Majestic
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SPOTLIGHT ON THE North Ogden Historical Museum
A restored 1908 Buggy inside the museum
Just inside the door, a miniature market is set up with vintage cans, dried goods, soaps, and other grocery items dating back to the early 1900s. A 1930’s cash register sits on the counter near an old produce scale. Nearby, a glass case holds over a dozen vintage cameras, the oldest being an original Brownie 2, manufactured sometime between 1910 and 1935. In another room, a miniature replica of North Ogden circa 1930 is featured. The display features tiny depictions of many of the historic homes and estates in North Ogden that have now been demolished, complete with a working miniature railway. A few closets house a large collection of wedding dresses, military uniforms from WWII, and other clothing items dating back to the 1890s. In the garage, a restored 1908 buggy sits next to a working loom from the Union Loom Company, which closed down in 1930. The loom sits with strands of thread still woven through it, as if the maker simply stepped away. If the museum itself is full of hidden gems, the collective files containing the stories of individuals and families from North Ogden’s history is the most impressive; hundreds of physical and digital files date back as far as 1851. After I had wandered through the museum, Holly helped me locate an old picture of the little Victorian home I had been drawn to, using the address. With another search on the museum’s digital collections, she located the names of the original owners who built the home in 1902. As it turns out, the owners were grandchildren of my ancestors, Robert and Mary Montgomery. The Montgomerys were immigrants from Scotland, and Mary is the individual who named our beloved mountain Ben Lomond, as it reminded her of home. None of this had I known until that day. Just like the tiny museum, the historic home I had been drawn to held so much more meaning and history than what could be seen from the outside. Without the passionate volunteers working to connect people to the past, I may have never known them. Next time you have a free afternoon, I invite you to step into North Ogden Historical Museum and explore the past with the volunteers. You just might find your own unexplained draw to the past.
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For years, I felt a strange pull to a Victorian home next to the Cannery building in North Ogden, a tiny, abandoned, two-story with a pointed gable, a columned porch, and decorative wooden shingles. I drove past the house every day, peeking in the windows on occasion. Something stirred in me every time I was near it. In the summer of 2016, I posted on a Facebook community page and was referred to the North Ogden Historical Museum. I quickly contacted them and received a response from Holly Fuller, inviting me to come and look through their records and see if any of the volunteers might have more information about the home. The museum, a 1942 farmhouse, was originally military housing. It was moved to the corner of 545 East and 2750 North in North Ogden, near the elementary school: the site of the first and only fort in North Ogden. An addition was built on using WWII ammunition boxes as a frame in 1945. The house itself looks ordinary, but when I entered the museum for the first time, I was completely unprepared for the bounty of history I’d find inside the doors.
Have you ever been drawn to something for reasons you can’t explain?
A model of North Ogden circa 1930 inside the museum Mary Montgomery, Cindy’s ancestor who migrated from Scotland and moved to North Ogden in 1851
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ENTER To submit your entry, click ENTER at the top of the contest page at art-contestconnectionpub.com/ and upload your photo of your art in the entry form (one entry per artist). Then ask your family and friends to vote! *Entries are for local residents who receive a Connection magazine, but anyone can vote. VOTE Anyone can vote, and it’s easy! Simply click the word VOTE at the top of the contest page at art-contestconnectionpub.com/ , then click the vote button on the the artwork you want to vote for. You can vote daily for your favorites until September 15! PublishingConnectionAnnual6th ArtContest We are excited to see the artwork produced by our community! We anticipate this being a great contest and hope you will join us in celebrating our community creatives. Submit your artwork (painting, drawing, mixed media, or sculpture) and ask your friends and family to vote for you. Submissions and votes must be submitted before midnight on September 15th. For all the details and the official contest rules, visit connectionpub.com/art-contest. CASH PRIZES! Enter Now • Contest Ends September 15 Popular$100VoteWinner Publisher’s$100Choice Winner Winners will be announced in the upcoming issue of the Connection magazines. CONTEST SPONSORED BY Ad_Sep22_3.5x4.5_PumpkinCaramelicious_FINAL.indd 1 8/12/22 9:22 AM WITH CarameliciousColdPumpkinFoamPumpkin MUFFIN CarameliciousPumpkin $1 OFF ANY DRINK 1871 W 5300 S | ROY, UT 1136 W 2700 N | PLEASANT VIEW, UT Limit one per customer. Discount cannot be combined with any other offer. Offer excludes any pre-packaged beverages sold in cans, bottles, or cartons. Valid at participating locations only. Offer expires October 31, 2022. Ad_Sep22_3.5x4.5_PumpkinCaramelicious_FINAL.indd 1 8/12/22 9:22 AM 20 northogdenconnection.com | September 2022
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3. Spend cash A cash-only grocery budget makes it difficult to overspend at the supermarket and leads to better decision-making, such as swapping out a name-brand case of soup for a store brand.
Eating at home costs quite a bit more today than it did a year ago — almost 12 percent more, according to the U.S. Department of Agriculture’s food-at-home index. The rising cost of food is a big burden and can leave people feeling overwhelmed and defeated in the grocery store checkout stand.
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2. Make a budget After determining spending habits, create a grocery budget. Many online banking platforms and mobile apps make it easy to generate custom budgets, set spending limits, and get alerted to overspending.
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Take note: These cards usually have a higher annual percentage rate (APR). Be sure to pay off the balance in full every month, to avoid incurring interest.
1. Understand how much you’re spending on groceries each month It’s easy to overspend at the grocery store, from giving in to delicious smells to grabbing higher-priced namebrand items to buying more-expensive pre-cut fruits and vegetables. Tracking and reviewing your purchases is the first step to identifying habits and discovering where to cut back.
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• DON’T grab a cart when a basket will do (more room to put items).unnecessary DON’T go to the store hungry. DO order groceries online, so you don’t give into impulse purchases.
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THE NOMINEES Here are the community members nominated as influencers for 2022
An influencer in my life is a man named Howard, who owns an HVAC company locally. We got to know him through our worship services, and for whatever reason, he seemed to like our family. He hired our son to mow his lawn, he taught him how to do a good job, and then eventually asked him to come and mow the grass-covered areas at his companies building. This helped our son start a small mowing business while he was in high school. Then, when our son was old enough, Howard hired him to start apprenticing at his HVAC company and paid him well for the work he did. My son is an adult now and has different pursuits, and yet Howard is still a good friend and mentor to him. In our life, Howard is an influencer. He has an impact in our life still today. We have asked our team to ask for nominees for people who are community influencers. These are this year’s nominees. Congratulations, and thank you for being a positive contributor.
You are an influencer in your own world, I have always told my kids - people are watching what you do and what you say. Make sure you are doing the things you say you will do, that is integrity.
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September 2022 | northogdenconnection.com 25 Ethelyn Bradshaw, Bradshaw Tutoring Shawn Iverson, The Insurance Center Dan Vance, Advanced Local Hailey Minton, Connection Publishing Chad Russon, Russon Mortuary Dr. Brett Burtenshaw, Tanner Clinic Wendy Vinhage, Habitat for Humanity Mike Tobin, Tobin’s Elite Sky Rands, SLR Roofing Karen Wright, RealtyPath Summit Julie Johnson, United Way Jesse Western, Hearing Improvement Center Steve Reich, R Marketing Department Kayla Peterson, Clean Steam Carpet Cleaning Mark Miller, Brilliant Lighting Center Jodi Orgill-Brown, Global Leader Group John Ekstrom, Xtek Firearms Pam, Grounds for Coffee - Clearfield Lee Brasher, Wasatch Prints Manuel Gallegos, El Burrito Brandon Barber, Invision Computers Janelle & Leo Vettori, Rocky Mountain Tumbling & Cheer Jose Palacios, Argentine Corner Sharee Harrison, For the Birds and the Bees Ryan Rentmeister, Rentmeister Total Home Service Tylor Norton, Tight Lines HVAC Sheli Latimer, Sheli’s Massage Angi Kellet, Utah Quarter Horse Racing Association Rachel Hansen Bitton, Equity Real Estate Lisa Hadlock LT Weese, LT Weese Realty Sherry Clawson, SK Creations PhiladelphiaGrifols Sub Shop Home Helpers Dirty Bird -Clearfield JTE Home Solutions
“If kids can read, they can do anything!”
Bradshaw Tutoring Services
Ethelyn Bradshaw, a native of California, joined our community here in North Ogden just a week before COVID-19 arrived. With nearly 20 years of experience as a reading tutor, her goal is to help struggling students improve their abilities. Ethelyn deeply believes in the value of literacy as the foundation of all academic skills. “Reading boosts confidence. Once a student has improved their reading, that success carries over into all areas of their education.”
Reading is much more than making sounds; it’s all about deriving meaning from print. There are four fundamental language arts: listening, speaking, reading, and writing. No one is truly fluent until they master all four. Ethelyn’s curriculum focuses on each of these areas. “Your child can and will read with confidence.”
Ethelyn has moved her thriving tutoring business to our area, and she is excited to expand her reach. She works with students, one-on-one, in 45-minute sessions. She has all the materials and books needed and will arrange in-home appointments with local students. If your child needs help with reading, it’s time to get started. 356-2375
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With a master’s degree in Special Education, Ethelyn has experience teaching students with autism, dyslexia, down syndrome, or other learning disabilities, as well as those who simply need a little extra help. Skilled tutoring can make a world of difference if your student is struggling.
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In the last month, they have had two deaths with life insurance policies, and alleviating the weight of financial stress can make a big difference for the family left behind. When a hail storm did substantial damage to homes in the area, he and his team were there to help their insured clients get the necessary roof repairs they Heneeded.started
Shawn Iverson and his team at The Insurance Center have been an influence for good in the Weber County community in multiple ways. He has been involved with the Chamber of Commerce, coaching youth sports teams, sponsoring a portion of the Weber County Fair, and sponsoring many local schools in a variety of ways.
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“Our community has been so much a part of raising our own children.” Shawn and his team, who live among the community they serve, want to pay it forward. Whether it’s Wahlquist Junior High, Plain City Elementary, or other schools in the Western Weber area, they are happy to sponsor and support a variety of activities in big and small ways.
The Insurance Center in 1995, which was very challenging in the short term, but his mind was set on his long-term vision. Over time, the business has grown, and now he has 16 amazing team members. “I’ve surrounded myself with great people, they make me look better!” he said with a laugh. For the fourth year in a row now, they have been awarded as a Best Practice Agency, which is only given to 279 agencies out of the 38,000 in the nation. He said the award is “a stamp of approval that our peers recognize us as the best of the best, it’s a big honor.” Giving back and their involvement in the community are part of the criteria considered in receiving this award, which is one of the reasons we’re happy Shawn and his team have made their home in our community.
Shawn originally wanted to be a stock broker, and that is what he went to school to pursue, but after an internship during a down market, Shawn realized he wanted something different. Instead of apologizing when things go poorly, he loves being the one to make life better when life is hard for their friends and clients. “When bad things happen, we are there to help them. We hold their hand through the claims process.”
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What’s uniquely special about Advanced Local is that they help small businesses rank in mobile search rather than the type of marketing strategies that were typical ten years ago. They’re what you might call inside champions. Advanced Local is unique because they are a small firm that works extraordinarily well together; their focus is on driving traffic through Google maps, which allows them to be more competitive at delivering legitimate leads that actually turn into real “Webusiness.know that, out of every single search, at least half have local intent,” said Vance. “Food, clothing, the whole gamut. More and more businesses are eager to grow their businesses on the Internet. Though most of our clients are in the auto industry, we want to work with people right here.”
Dan Vance Advanced Local Icaught up with Dan Vance in between meetings because his passion is to help local businesses grow. Dan is a Kaysville resident, and the managing partner of Advanced Local. But don’t get me wrong, Dan isn’t the type to take himself too seriously. If ever you have the pleasure of meeting him, I’m pretty sure you’ll be able to hear the humor in his voice.
Seven years working in the advertising industry led him to other professionals who helped him learn marketing for today’s world. Among Dan’s most significant career lessons has been learning how to provide a legitimate service that solves a problem.
“We want to help you get found, convert, and grow,” said Vance. “We tell our clients it’s a serious thing for us because we feel like we have skin in the game with them. If they struggle, we feel the struggle; when they’re winning, we’re winning.” In his downtime, you’ll find Dan spending time with family. They like to be outdoors and traveling to different places where they can experience new things. But, then again, sometimes just mowing his lawn makes him happy. Also, Dan likes tacos, so look for him on taco night. “I’m doing this because this is where my heart is. It’s challenging, complicated, and energizing. I like the way outcomes make me feel: like, yeah, I fixed that.”
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After interviewing so many of the different and interesting people in our communities, Hailey says, she would likely need three lifetimes to pursue all the things she’s interested in. But, for the time being, she’ll just keep being a writer. “There’s so much to learn, and from so many people, if you’re genuinely curious,” said Hailey. (760) 987-9620
While studying business management and marketing at BYU Hawaii, she knew friends who had worked at the campus magazine, which she thought would be a good experience to explore in her last semester. “It was always super fun to do something that interested me,” said Hailey. “I feel like if you listen with the intent to share with others, it helps things to sink in a lot more.” After graduating six months later, she was invited to return to the magazine to complete an internship as an editor. At a media conference in Manhattan, Hailey discovered how different hyper-local news could be from the norm, which really resonated with her. After graduating, she later met Ryan and came to Connection Publishing through a series of networking events. Hailey has since been an integral part of Connection Publishing as writer and editor. “It has engaged my mind, while also giving me an excuse to reach out and connect with people in my community,” said Hailey. “I would love to live in any of the communities we cover, where there are so many awesome people who have great stories and give back to their own communities. We really live in an amazing place. It makes me happy when I hear about people trying something new because of something I’ve written.”
You may already know Hailey Minton as one of our writers. She’s also a talented editor. She loves to watch her daughter, Ila, discover new things. Hailey and her husband, Bradley, also have a secret love of Kookslams on Instagram. The Minton family is also expecting a new baby in September.
“Hailey has been such an amazing writer for us. She was just out of college when we first met, and she was so eager and excited to write stories for the magazines,” said Connection Publishing’s owner, Ryan Spelts. “It has been fun to see her progress and mature while still keeping that excitement for the story. She is like family to us, and we are so glad we crossed paths five years ago.”
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ENDURING FREEDOM. We are honored to have Pat as a resident of North Ogden, and we thank her for her long and exemplary service. Awaiting retirement at the Pentagon, June 2005 review F-4 components, 2Lt Patricia Mankowski RefsdalPatricia
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It was challenging for Pat to break in, and she knew that dedication and perseverance were needed to make sure she was getting the job done. Having just completed school, she worked closely with those who had been doing the job longer, knowing that she still needed to gain the technical expertise necessary to keep the unit aircraft in the air.
By Ann Park Patricia (Pat) Refsdal of North Ogden retired 17 years ago with the rank of Colonel after 30 years in the Air Force and Air Force Reserve. She spent her career in aircraft maintenance.Pat’sjourney with the United States Air Force began when Pat was a senior in high school. The Air Force made a recruiting visit to the school and she talked to them. She checked out the ROTC at the University of Minnesota in Duluth. In the spring of 1971, most ROTC units were not authorized to accept women into the program. But in August that same year, she got a call from them announcing that they had just been approved to accept female applicants. In September of her freshman year, when Pat entered the program, there were seven women included. Of the seven, Pat was the only one who graduated and was commissioned a Second Lieutenant in June of 1975. Pat had a strong interest in aviation. She had been a cadet in the Civil Air Patrol and had soloed as a student pilot. There were no female pilots in the Air Force until 1977, so Pat decided to pursue becoming an aircraft maintenance officer. In November of 1975 she went to tech school at Chanute AFB in Illinois, where she completed six months of school to learn the technical aspects of her trade.
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Over time, many male-dominated fields have opened up to women. Pat was part of the trailblazing effort to help women enter the field of aircraft maintenance, become pilots, and have access to many senior roles in the military which had traditionally been filled by men.
“My first assignment after tech school was here at Hill Air Force Base,” Pat recalls. She was one of the first female aircraft maintenance officers in the 388th Tactical Fighter Wing, one of three female officers in the wing. This is where she met her husband, Eric, also an eight-year Air Force veteran. What was it like to be one of the first female officers? It was hard at times. “The team knew I was coming, and they threatened the unit members that if they didn’t achieve unit performance standards, they’d have to work with the first female officer.”
Pat says, “I had to work hard to gain their respect and fully take on that leadership role.”
Pat began her career by helping to transition the F-4s to Hill AFB, then help the 388 TFW transition to the F-16s in the late 70s. By the end of her career, she was working at the Pentagon and was asked to deploy to the Middle East as A4 Director Forward, Director of Maintenance, Supply, Transportation, and Munitions for Air Force Central Command, which was the Air Force component of US Central Command, supporting IRAQI FREEDOM and
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• The vehicle’s service and repair history (carfax.com)
3. Go for a test drive. Get in the car and drive it. Do you feel comfortable and safe? Listen to how the vehicle sounds
1. Take note of the VIN. The 17-digit vehicle identification number (VIN) is typically found by looking through the vehicle’s windshield near the driver side dash. Use the VIN to look up:
• Why are you selling the car?
when traveling at varying speeds and stopping. Examine the vehicle’s exterior and interior. Look for rust, dents, cracks, signs of water damage, funky smells, and tire quality. Check to see if everything works, including the doors, trunk, lights, windshield wipers, A/C and heater, turn signals, locks, audio system, mirror and seat adjustments, and automatic safety features.
• What is the vehicle’s history (e.g., recalls, accidents, theft, flood)? See if the seller’s response matches the reports you found when searching the VIN.
Buying a used car? Used vehicles can be significantly less expensive to purchase than new vehicles, but their history could end up becoming costly. Here are some things to look for when shopping for a used vehicle to help you find any lurking issues and feel more confident in your purchasing decision.
• If the vehicle has been stolen (nicb.org)
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4. Check the vehicle’s price. Look up the vehicle’s value on websites such as TrueCar.com, kbb.com, Edmunds.com, or cars.com. If you have concerns with the vehicle, ask a mechanic to do an inspection and estimate how much it would cost to fix any issues. Consider the cost of tax, title, registration, insurance, and any warranty in the price of the car as well.
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Buying a car can be stressful. Follow these tips before purchasing a used vehicle to help save headaches and money down the road.
2. Ask questions. Ask the seller:
• What was the vehicle’s prior use? (Who drove it? Was it mostly city, highway, or country road driving?)
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• If you’re making a layered cake, slice off the top rounded portion to make it level. Have the top layer be one of the cakes flipped upside down so it gives the top edge a nice finished edge.
Normally, people cut round cakes into wedges, but with a layered cake, those pieces can be quite large. You can serve more people with less mess using this tip: Cut the cake like a grid instead of a pie. Get a cutting board and stand it up next to the side of the cake. Slice the cake into a slab, tip it toward the board, and slowly lower the cutting board and the cake slab level with the table. At that point, cut the slab into the desired sizes and serve onto plates. Repeat this process with the rest of the cake. A 6-inch, 3-layer cake can comfortably serve 16 people, but it can serve as many as 30 for a child’s birthday. North Ogden resident Lana Spencer shows off one of her recent creations.
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• It takes a lot of practice to get a cake to look like how you visualize it. Be patient with yourself and give yourself ample time to frost and decorate. Melanie recommends doing it a day or two prior to when you plan to serve it. She bakes her cakes, freezes them, then frosts and decorates them. Freezing the cakes makes it easier to decorate, and it also keeps the cake moist and delicious.
If you are going to bake and decorate your own birthday cake, give yourself ample time. You can’t decorate a warm cake.
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• Frosting your cake, then refrigerating it, helps the frosting to set, which is very important if you plan on transferring it.
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3. Add salt and whisk on high speed until the mixture has completely cooled and medium to high peaks have formed.
7. Frost with your favorite frosting and enjoy!
1 cup all-purpose flour
6. Cool on wire racks for 15 minutes and then remove the cakes from the pan and place on the wire rack to cool completely.
6 cups of butter 2 Tbsp. vanilla 1 1/2 tsp. of salt
1 1/2 cups warm water (or brewed coffee)
Chocolate Cake with Cream Cheese Chocolate Frosting
4. Divide batter evenly amongst the three prepared pans, about 3 cups of batter per pan. Tap the cake pans gently on the counter to allow any bubbles to rise to the top and escape.
1/2 cup vegetable oil
1. In a large bowl, use a hand mixer or stand mixer to beat together butter and cream cheese until fluffy, about 3 minutes.
4. Use frosting to frost and assemble cake, or transfer to a piping bag for decorating. Once frosted, this cake should be refrigerated, but can remain at room temperature for up to 4 hours.
4. Add room temperature butter slowly and cream together. This recipe works well with a 6-quart KitchenAid bowl. This recipe yields approximately 3 liters so feel free to adjust to your needs. Add a small amount of purple food color gel to turn buttercream white. This type of buttercream is not as sweet as American buttercream. You can add a few cups of sifted powdered sugar to sweeten it up.
French Vanilla Cake Mix
1 cup water 3 whole eggs 2 tsp. vanilla extract
1/2 Tbsp. butter flavoring
2 tsp. vanilla extract
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4 cups sugar
1. Grease and flour 3 six-inch round cake pans.
2. Mix together the cake mix, flour, salt and sugar, set aside.
1 1/2 tsp. baking powder
2. Add in cocoa powder and vanilla extract. Beat until just combined, about 30 seconds.
Swiss Meringue Buttercream
3. In the bowl of an electric mixer beat together the sour cream, water, eggs, vanilla, butter & almond flavoring.
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5. Bake at 325 degrees Fahrenheit for 40-45 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean. Allow the cake to cool in the pans for 10 minutes before turning out onto wire racks to cool completely.
FOR THE CAKE
3 cups all-purpose flour 3 cups granulated sugar
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BY LANA SPENCER
I like this cake recipe a lot because it’s easy but still tastes homemade. The recipe is great for wedding cakes. The cake stacks really well; it’s dense and moist. It’s just a great recipe and can be used with any cake flavor.
FOR THE FROSTING
1/2 cups butter softened 8 oz cream cheese softened 1 1/2 cups unsweetened cocoa powder 3 tsp. vanilla extract 7 cups powdered sugar about 1/4 cup milk as needed
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1. Measure sugar and egg whites in a metal bowl. Place over a double boiler on high heat.
2. Whisk until temperature reaches 60-70 degrees Celsius. Remove from heat.
1 1/2 cups unsweetened cocoa powder
2. In a large mixing bowl, mix together flour, sugar, cocoa, baking soda, baking powder, and salt in a stand mixer using a low speed until combined.
1 Tbsp. baking soda
1. Preheat oven to 350 degrees Fahrenheit. Lightly butter three 9-inch cake rounds. Dust with flour or cocoa powder and tap out the excess. Alternatively, you can lightly grease the pans and line with parchment paper.
FOR THE CAKE
1 1/2 tsp. salt 4 large eggs
1 1/2 cups buttermilk
3. Add eggs, buttermilk, warm water, oil, and vanilla. Beat on a low speed until smooth. This should take just a couple of minutes. Be sure to scrape the sides and bottom of the bowl so that everything gets mixed in.
FOR THE FROSTING
3. Beat in powdered sugar, 1 cup at a time. Add milk as necessary to make a spreadable consistency. The frosting should be very thick and will thicken even more once refrigerated.
2 cups of egg whites
1 tsp. almond flavoring
4. Fold in the dry ingredients
5. Bake for 30-35 minutes in a 350 degree oven until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
1 box vanilla cake mix (I prefer Betty Crocker)
1 cup granulated sugar generous dash of salt 1 cup sour cream
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Congratulations to this year’s photo contest winners. We asked local photography enthusiast and previous Publisher’s Choice winner, Chad Roylance, to give us his thoughts on photo entries as seen by the eye of a photographer. His thoughts on the Publisher’s Choice winner are below. Thank you to everyone who voted and who participated. As always, we are honored to see such amazing photos. Ogden Konecny Came Colten Clark Over Ogden by John Stinnett Nation Under God - Indivisible! By Shawn Heiner
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There is so much to like about this photo. The creek is a great leading line, bringing the viewer’s attention into the picture. The creek has the illusion of motion with the blur. The photographer used a very steady mount and a longer exposure to achieve this. They also probably used a very low ISO or a filter so the bright sky you see in the background didn’t overexpose the rest of this colorful picture. – Chad Roylance
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Pelican Over Water by Bob Dempsey
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One problem I have found with loving photography is all of the pictures I have on my computer! It is a number I’m not willing to divulge at this time, but let’s just say it’s shocking. Okay, you talked me into it: I have hundreds of thousands of photos. Yes, you read that right. I am always looking for ways to have them available for my family to see and enjoy. A couple years ago, Ryan built a frame that had chicken wire in the middle for me to hang my pictures on. Our family has enjoyed this so much. I change the pictures every season. I have files of printed photos labeled spring, summer, fall, and winter. I will find our family gazing at this board from time to time. My hope with this board is for our kids to see how blessed we are, how many fun things they have experienced, and how loved they are. page BY MELISSA SPELTS
One great photo storage tip I was given by a fellow photographer and friend is to save photos on the memory cards from your camera with a list of events or memories captured on that card and file in a safe place. Just buy a new card for the next few events. Our kids will often sit in our living room and look through these books. They have become our family’s journals. northogdenconnection.com
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Years ago, I started recording memories on Instagram and had them printed in book form through Chatbooks. This is such an easy thing to do. All you need is an Instagram account, and you can add your photos and memories. After you link Instagram to Chatbooks, a new book will be printed for you when you have reached a certain amount of pictures/memories on your account. They will send you, via email, a rough draft of what it will look like, and you have a certain amount of time to delete or correct anything. Then, they print and ship to your address. This has also been a fun thing to have in our home. Our kids will often sit in our living room and look through these books. They have become our family’s journals. You can create your own at Chatbooks.com.
I also make videos using my photos for my family after fun vacations, special birthdays, or graduations. I like to post the videos on YouTube and share a link with my family. This makes the video accessible whenever my family feels like watching them. One time, I made a video for a friend’s birthday, and he commented how videos like that are usually made for funerals. It was fun for him to enjoy it while he was still alive.
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2. Communication. It is so important to communicate; it is even better to communicate well. Take time to talk with each other about the business of the marriage as well as other things. Talking with each other can pay huge dividends.
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Here are seven things I wish people knew before they get married:
1. Marriage is hard. There are no “happily ever afters.” It takes work, effort, and dedication to have a healthy marriage. You have to invest in the relationship, which requires you to give time and attention to it. Marriage is not for the faint of heart, but a healthy marriage is worth it.
4. Set expectations. Even after 24 years of marriage, I am learning about our different expectations. When I was first married, my wife assumed that I would fix the cars because that is how it worked in her home. She didn’t know that I knew nothing about cars. Talk about the expectations, like who takes out the garbage, who mows the lawn, who puts away the laundry, etc. There is no right or wrong answer; do what works best in your situation.
What are your personal aspirations after you’re done with secondary school? After the program, I would love to major in environmental studies with a minor in film. I’d like to mix the two and film global environmental issues as a career abroad. From everyone here at North Ogden Connection, congratulations, Heidi!
It honestly feels surreal that I am one of the participants of the CBYX program. It is an extremely rigorous scholarship, so the fact that I have the opportunity to be in the program is super exciting and quite an accomplishment. What specific accomplishments of yours earned you this prestigious global citizenry scholarship?
To me, a global citizen is a person who is aware of world perspectives and understands their purpose globally. A global citizen advocates for world peace and a more sustainable and fairer global community. What was the application process like? It was long. You have to answer five essay questions, in addition to writing a host letter. The announcement process is also long. Getting past the first round of cuts for the scholarship lasted from October to February. From there, I had to submit a second application before the final recipients were announced.
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Accomplishments include being Secretary of the Environmental Science Club and my videography done on behalf of the Hope Squad for the past two years. I am also the founder, president, and videographer of Weber’s Empowering Women, and I was chosen to be North Ogden Connection’s Student of the Month. I’m also graduating at age sixteen: a year early. Will this be your first visit to Germany? Yes, this will be my first time flying anywhere outside of the USA, and I’ve wanted to visit Germany for a long time, so I am super stoked!
CIEE, a nonprofit study abroad and intercultural exchange organization, announced on July 11th that Heidi Braun, a 16-year old gap year student at Weber High School, is one of 250 American high school students to be awarded the esteemed Congress-Bundestag Youth Exchange (CBYX) Scholarship for the 2022-2023 academic year.
North Ogden Connection was able to connect with Heidi for a brief interview on the day she was flying to Germany, and this is what she had to say. How does it feel to have achieved the win for a CBYX?
Weber High Scholar Heidi Braun Receives U.S. State Department Scholarship
What does being a global citizen mean to you?
As a CBYX scholar, Heidi will spend the academic year living with a host family, attending a German high school, and participating in a language and cultural training program to gain a better understanding of German culture, language, and everydayAdditionally,life. she’ll also have the opportunity to visit the German Bundestag, meet with American and German government officials, participate in intercultural seminars, and explore the country through excursions to nearby cities and historical sites. Sounds fun, right? It is also highly impressive.
Utah is a great place to look for minerals. Going out to find interesting rocks is a great activity for kids (or adults). In our area, you might find geodes, trilobites, petrified wood, or quartz and selenite crystals.
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Bryson's Rock Shop is a family owned shop that opened it's doors 37 years ago in May of 1984. Through continuous support from the local community and many improvements made over the years, Bryson's has grown exponentially!
The shop is owned and run by full-time treasure hunter, Dave Wonderly, who took over the shop from his father in 2004. He travels frequently to bring back rare and beautiful items for the shop. In fact, he just got back with a huge haul of new inventory. People love to shop for minerals. Some of the most popular items right now are rose quartz, which can be linked to positive self-image and feeling good, carnelian, prized for combating negative energy, and malachite, a popular healing stone. Creating your own jewelry is a popular hobby. If you are thinking about getting started, Bryson’s has all the supplies, as well as knowledgeable staff who can advise you. They carry craft wire, supplies, and findings, as well as everything you need to start out as a silver smith and make your own sterling and gemstone jewelry.
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Of course, we know Dave loves rocks, but I wanted to find out some of his favorites. “Opal is my numberone favorite,” he says, “but I also love dinosaur bones and amethyst.”
Bryson’s Rock Shop is one of the most popular and unique shops in the Ogden area. All kinds of people flock to the store: rock and mineral enthusiasts, jewelry makers, those looking for crystals and gems, or shoppers looking for spectacular jewelry or unusual gifts. Bryson’s is a shopping experience like no other. Make sure you allow plenty of time to explore their giant inventory.
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Dave Wonderly picked up the love for crystals from his father, Bryson Wonderly.
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Next month, Bryson’s will celebrate their 38th anniversary. They’ll be hosting a lastandannual“Rocktober”month-longevent.Thiseventoffersprizessalesallmonth.TheweekofOctoberwill include raffles, crazy sales, and a grand prize giveaway. Reserve time on your calendar to help Bryson’s celebrate their birthday! We’ll see you there.
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One of the best things about Bryson’s is the range of items. You can find something interesting for less than a dollar or you can shop for heirloom statement pieces. And there are tons of options everywhere in between. You can discover beautiful pieces at any budget. If you are a serious art collector, Bryson’s carries some breathtaking museum pieces. Make sure to take a peek into the back room, where they have some of the largest pieces.
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You must hike or paddle to see Kokanee salmon at Causey Reservoir. You’ll find viewing opportunities at the left-hand and right-hand forks of the South Fork of the Ogden River, which connects to the reservoir. The left-hand fork is not accessible over land — you must use a stand-up paddle board, kayak, or canoe to get there. The right-hand fork can be accessed by land and requires about a 2.5-mile hike in from the Skullcrack Canyon parking area. Peak spawning time is the middle of September (wildlife.utah.gov).
As cooler weather rolls in, it’s time to start thinking about getting out and taking a hike. A few years ago, we enjoyed seeing the Kokanee Salmon that spawn up a small stream out of Causey Reservoir. We have made this hike, and it is great. The hike is on the easy side of things. It is probably a little long for toddlers, but we saw lots of elementary kids along the path. They were worn out by the end, but it is worth the hike.
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If you’re up for a hike, go check them out. The salmon turn bright red as they get ready to spawn, and they will be found in a shallow creek. Make sure to leave them alone and stay out of the water so you don’t crush the eggs. That way, we have plenty of salmon to go see again next year. RYAN SPELTS
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Welcome to family bingo time! The name of the game is to spend time together doing fun and educational things. For each of these items you do, take a picture while in the activity or make note of it and mark it on this bingo board. Once you get five in a row, up, down, side-to-side, or diagonally, you are a winner! Winners get a $5 gift card for your choice of a free Chic-fil-a sandwich or a Scooter’s drink! Please email winning bingo entries to melissa@connectionpub.com. Everyone can be a winner and multiple family members can win. Limit five gift cards per household, no purchase necessary. Make dinner ortogetherdessert Draw masterpiecechalkaGo on scavengerahunt Do 20 push ups and crunches30 Do experimentsciencea Go on natureawalk Write a note and mail or deliver itpeachEata Be a tourist in yourtownown Go librarytheto Read a inspiredbookbyamovie Read a book you’ve never read before aRe-readfavoritestory Play boardagame Gohikeaon Read a book with a charactermainthatdoesn’tlooklikeyouwatchingbirdGo Read aloud with your whole family Go to aquarium,thezoo,museumorlocalexhibit Read a story flashlightby Play gamecardaGo to the park and swing on swingsthe Watch the clouds and name what you see Do a kindnessactrandomof CHOICE!KIDS Family Time BINGO 46 northogdenconnection.com | September 2022
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