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from the Editor My favorite contest that we hold each year is our annual Art Contest. I love seeing the wonderful talent and am grateful to those who are willing to share their abilities with all of us. We had some incredible drawings and paintings submitted this Melissa and Ryan Spelts year. Thank you for all who participated in the contest by entering or even by simply placing a vote for your favorites. We had a record-number of votes and traffic on our website (16,000+ views). It was a lot of fun to see. See pg. 18 for the results and congratulations to the winners.
table of contents MARCH ISSUE
2018
Ryan Spelts, Publisher
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DEPARTMENTS 5 | City News
28 | Outdoors
10 | Community
31 | Business
23 | Local Focus
32 | Home
26 | Health & Wellness
34 | Food
ON OUR COVER PUBLISHER Ryan Spelts GRAPHIC DESIGN Kristina Case EDITING Carolyn White Heather Godfrey
COMMUNITY CONTRIBUTORS Melissa Spelts Hayden Simmons Paul Rhoades Ava Henrie Ann Park
North Ogden & Pleasant View Connection are published monthly by Connection PublishingŠ www.northogdenconnection.com ryan@connectionpub.com | (801)721-3762
Art Contest Winners page 16 Spring's Living Things page 18
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CITY NEWS
From the Mayor This month I would like to talk about two important matters that affect all of us: Recycling and Water. Back when I was on the City Council (2000-2007), we worked hard to bring recycling to our city. I’m afraid to report that our recycling program is in jeopardy of becoming too costly to continue. The problem that we, as well as other cities, are facing is tipping fees for recyclables are going through the roof. It seems that we as a society are having trouble separating our clean recyclables from our “dirty” trash. I would encourage everyone to try harder to ensure that the items placed in the blue can are clean and meet the guidelines for recycling. Rinse any beverage containers. Discard pizza boxes into the black can. The City will send out a reminder of the types of items that can be recycled with your utility bill. I love this program and think it would be short sighted to let it go, but I am deeply concerned that it may become too costly for our citizens to afford. It is rumored that a ten-fold increase may be headed our way. If so, some tough decisions will need to be made. I will keep you informed.
City Info
The second matter that I would like to address is water. More specifically, lack of water. Last month I mentioned 100 year storms. Maybe I jinxed us. I’m still hoping that we get the moisture we need, although at this point I’m guessing it will come in the form of rain instead of snow. Please be aware of your water usage. Try and cut back on those long, hot showers and look for ways to save on culinary water usage. Don’t just turn your outdoor timer back on this spring. Take a few minutes and see if you can adjust it 5 or 10 minutes shorter, or even better, see if you can go a whole day longer between cycles. It is great to live in a city where the citizens actually care about their environment. As I went door to door during the election, so many of you commented about the beauty, cleanliness, and overall character of our city. I am so grateful that you share my love for Pleasant View. I am committed to doing whatever it takes to ensure that we remain the best place to not only grow up, but the best place to grow old. Leonard Call, Mayor
Mayor: Leonard Call
Business Hours: Monday through Thursday 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. and Friday 8:00 a.m. to Noon Offices Address: 520 West Elberta Drive, Pleasant View City, UT 84414 General Email: info@pleasantviewcity.com | (801) 782-8529 PLEASANT VIEW CONNECTION // March 2018 5
CITY NEWS
Curbside Recycling Program Please do not wrap recyclables in plastic bags ALWAYS RECYCLE • Paper, Newspaper, Catalogs, Phone Books • Paper Grocery Bags • Cardboard Boxes, Cereal Boxes, Egg Cartons, Paperboard • Plastics #1, 2 (rinsed) • Steel, Tin or Aluminum Food and Beverage Cans (rinsed) DO NOT INCLUDE THESE ITEMS • NO Plastic Bags, Plastic Wrap or Film. (Please return to your retailer) • NO Glossy or Waxy Paper Products • NO Shredded Paper • NO Glass • NO Food Waste, or Paper Products Soiled with Food Waste • NO Disposable Diapers • NO Medical Waste or Needles • NO Grass, Green Waste, Wood • NO Foam Cup or Containers • NO Clothes or Shoes • NO Children’s Toys, Large Plastic Items or Laundry Baskets • NO Batteries • NO Containers with Liquid
Household Hazardous Waste Program The household hazardous waste program at Weber County Transfer Station (867 W Wilson Lane-Ogden) is for all Weber County residents. The program is FREE for household quantities of hazardous waste. Small business owners may be assessed a fee depending on quantities brought in. The hours and months of operation are every 3rd Saturday of the month beginning in April and ending in September. Hours of operation are 8am1pm. For more information please call Weber County Transfer Station at 801-399-8803.
Dispose of items like pesticides, used paint, and other hazardous materials.
Weber County Transfer Station encourages residents to take advantage of their FREE reuse center as well. The re-use shed contains used paint, thinners, approved pesticides and other misc. used products brought in by the public. It is available during regular business hours. Oil- 5 gallons per day per resident - Free to drop off Antifreeze - 5 gallons per day per resident - Free to drop off
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CITY NEWS
Key Community Contacts Main Office: (801) 782-8529 info@pleasantviewcity.com Mayor Leonard Call 801-940-6231 lcall@pleasantviewcity.com Councilman David Chugg: 801-499-7562 dchugg@pleasantviewcity.com
City Meetings
City Council Meetings: Meetings typically held on the 2nd and 4th Tuesday of the month. Some dates will change related to holidays and other conflicts. Check with the city office for exact details. North View Fire Board Meetings: 3rd Tuesday of every month. North View Fire Station-315 E 2550 N North Ogden @ 5:00 P.M.
Councilman Jerry Burns 801-782-1680 jburns@pleasantviewcity.com Councilman Steve Gibson 801-941-8100 sgibson@pleasantviewcity.com Councilman Boyd Hansen 801-782-8345 bhansen@pleasantviewcity.com
Easter Egg Hunt March 24th, 2018
Open to the public Ages 0-10 starts at 9am
Councilwoman Sara Urry 801-737-0523 surry@pleasantview.com
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HISTORY
Saturday, March 31 @ 9AM
Pleasant View City Park DON'T BE LATE! Starts at 9 AM SHARP!
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HISTORY
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COMMUNITY
March Calendar of Events March 10 NOJH – Shrek Jr. Musical
SCHOOL EVENTS March 1 Weber – Boys Basketball – State Tournament Weber – LITTLE SHOP OF HORRORS– Productions Co. Musical – 7:00-9:30pm NOJH & Orion – Weber Advanced Orchestra Festival @ Roy High – 6:307:30pm March 2 Weber – Boys Basketball – State Tournament Weber – LITTLE SHOP OF HORRORS – Productions Co. Musical – 7:00-9:30pm NOJH – Girls Basketball @ Wahlquist – 3:00-5:00pm Orion – Girls Basketball @ T.H. Bell – 3:00-5:00pm March 3 Weber – Boys Basketball – State Tournament Weber – Prom – 8:00-10:30pm March 5 Weber – LITTLE SHOP OF HORRORS – Productions Co. Musical – 7:00-9:30pm March 6 Orion – Girls Basketball – South Ogden Jr. High @ Orion – 3:005:00pm NOJH – Girls Basketball – Bell @ NOJH – 3:00-5:00pm
March 12 Weber – Pre Festival Band Concert – 7:00-9:00pm March 13 Weber – Vocal/Piano Solo & Ensemble – 3:00-8:00pm Orion – Girls Basketball – Sand Ridge @ Orion – 3:00-5:00pm NOJH – Girls Basketball – Snowcrest @ NOJH – 3:00-5:00pm March 14 Weber – Track – Fremont/Clearfield @ Weber – 3:00-5:00pm Weber – Instrumental Solo & Ensemble – 4:00-9:00pm March 15 Weber – Girls Golf – 12-4pm @ The Bluff Orion – Girls Basketball @ Roy – 3:005:00pm NOJH – Intermediate Band Festival – 9:00am-1:30pm NOJH – Girls Basketball - NOJH @ Sand Ridge – 3:00-5:00pm
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March 7 Weber – Region Jazz Band NOJH – Spring Orchestra Concert – 7:008:30pm March 8 Weber – Training Choir Fesitval – 4:008:00pm Weber – LITTLE SHOP OF HORRORS – Productions Co. Musical – 7:00-9:30pm Orion – Orchestra Concert – 6:307:30pm NOJH – Beginning Band Festival March 9 Weber – LITTLE SHOP OF HORRORS – Productions Co. Musical – 7:00-9:30pm Orion – Girls Basketball @ Snowcrest – 3:00-5:00pm NOJH – Shrek Jr. Musical NOJH – Girls Basketball NOJH @ South – 3:00-5:00pm
March 16 Weber – Early Out, End of 3rd Term NOJH – Shrek Jr. Musical MMA – Early Out March 17 NOJH – Shrek Jr. Musical
March 19 MMA – Early Out March 20 Weber – Boys Soccer @ Fremont – 3:305:30 Weber – Softball – Layton @ Weber – 3:30-5:30 pm Weber – Spring Orchestra Concert – 6:30-9:00pm Orion – Baseball Rocky Mtn. @ Orion – 3:00-5:00pm Orion – Girls Basketball Playoffs – Times TBA NOJH – Baseball – Roy @ NOJH – 3:005:00pm District – Choir and Piano Solo and Ensemble – 4:00-7:00pm March 21 Weber – Track – Weber/Layton/Syr. @ Davis – 3:00-5:30pm Orion – School Musical – 7:00-10:00pm
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March 22 Weber – Girls Golf @ Ben Lomond – 12:00-4:00pm Weber – Softball - @ Davis – 3:30-5:30 pm Orion – School Musical – 7:00-10:00pm NOJH – Baseball @ Rocky – 3:00-5:00pm March 23 Weber – Region Theatre Competition Weber – State Jazz Band Orion – Girls Basketball Championship Game – 3:30-5:30pm Orion – School Musical – 7:00-10:00pm NOJH – Spring Dance March 24 Weber – Region Theatre Competition Weber – State Jazz Band March 27 Weber – Track – City/County @ Bonneville – 3:00-5:30pm Weber – Baseball – Clearfield @ Weber -3:30-5:30pm Weber – Boys Soccer @ Clearfield – 3:305:30 Weber – Softball – Syracuse @ Weber – 3:30 pm-5:30 pm NOJH – Baseball – Orion @ NOJH – 3:005:00pm March 28 Weber – Track – City/County @ Bonneville – 3:00-5:30 pm Weber – Band Large Group – 3:30-8:30 pm Weber – Baseball @ Clearfield – 3:305:30 pm MMA – 5th Grade Invention Convention March 29 Weber – Girls Golf @ Sun Hills – 12:004:00pm Weber – Boys Soccer – Davis @ Weber – 3:30-5:30 pm Weber – Softball – Fremont @ Weber – 3:30-5:30pm Orion – Track Meet – Orion @ Weber High – 3:00-6:30pm NOJH – Track Meet @ Roy High – 3:006:00pm MMA – 5th Grade Invention Convention March 30 Weber – Comp. Day – NO SCHOOL Weber – Baseball – Clearfield @ Weber – 3:30-5:30 pm MMA – 5th Grade Invention Convention
COMMUNITY
SENIOR EVENTS North View Senior Center 485 E. 2550 N. North Ogden, Utah Mondays 8:30 am - Ceramics 10:00 am - Line Dancing 1:00 pm - Computer Lab 2:00pm - Tap Dancing Monday, March 12 AARP Driving Class – 10:00 am Monday, March 5 Cell Phone Class – 2:00 pm Tuesdays 9:30 am - Art 10:00 am - Line Dancing 12:30 pm - Weight Lifting (Strength Exercises) 12:30 pm - MahJong
Wednesdays 9:00 am - Wood Carving 9:30 am - Bridge 10:00 am - Line Dancing 12:30 pm - Pinochle
Special Events and Activities Saturday, March 3 *Game Day and Potluck – 10:00 am* Thursdays Entertainment, 5:30 pm March 1 – Sing a Long March 8 – Bingo March 15 – TBA March 22 – Amy Alvord March 29 – Dave Anderson
Foot Clinic 2nd and 3rd Wed. 10:00am Thursdays 1:00 pm - Center Opens 1:00 pm - Tap Dancing 5:00 pm - Dinner 5:30 pm - Entertainment
For Seniors 55 or older Lunch 11:45 AM - Mon, Tues, Wed, and Fri Dinner 5:00 PM - Thurs (Opens at 1:00 PM)
Thursday, March 29 Grief Class – 2:30 pm
Prices Seniors over age 60 - $3.00 Seniors under age 60 - $6.00
Fridays 8:30 am - Zumba 8:30 am - Ceramics 9:30 am - Bridge 10:00 am - Yoga (bring own mat)
Hours Mon. Tues. Wed. 8:00 AM - 4:30 PM Thurs. 1:00 PM-7:30 PM Fri. 8:00 AM - 3:00 PM
FREE FAMILY FUN EVENTS March 1-31 North Ogden City Baseball & Softball Registration – 1st thru 9th grade North Ogden City Coed Kickball Registration – Preschool thru Kindergarten North Ogden City Coed Tball – Kindergarten
March 13 Utah Youth Rodeo – Free – Golden Spike Center – 5:00-10:00pm
March 1 Pleasant View City Planning Commission Meeting – 6:00-8:30pm
March 15 Jazz at the Station – Free Jazz Concert – Union Station 2501 Wall Ave. – 7:008:00pm
March 2 Ogden City – Free First Friday Art Stroll – 6:00-9:00pm -Downtown March 2-4 Cache Valley Cowboy Rendezvous – Mtn. Crest High School, Cache Valley March 5 Free Monday Concert Ft. Hot House West – Peery’s Egyptian Theatre – 7:00-9:00pm March 9 Golden Spike Classic Cattledog Trials – Free – Golden Spike Center – 8:00am-6:00pm March 9-11 Long Track Jr. World Championships – Free – Utah Olympic Oval, Kearns – 12:00pm March 10 Big Band Swing Dance, 23rd Army Band – Free – Viridian Center, W. Jordan – 7:0011:00pm
March 13 Pleasant View City Council Meeting – 6:008:30 pm
March 20 Congo Lecture Series with Mvemba Dizolele – Jewett Center, SLC – 7:008:30pm March 27 Terrific Tuesday/Egg-stra Fun & Museum Hunt – Gale Center, SLC – 10:00-11:00am March 27 Pleasant View City Council Meeting – 6:008:30pm
March 15 Norooz Celebration of Spring – Free Arts, Games, Activities – Rose Wagner Center, SLC – 5:00-9:00pm
March 28 Rocky Mtn. Battlebot Competition – Free to Public - OWATC – 4:30-7:00pm
March 15 Pleasant View City Planning Commission Meeting – 6:00-8:30pm
March 28 World War II in Northern Utah – John Jensen “Hollywood and the Home Front” – Stewart Library – 1:00 pm
March 16 Campbell Organ Festival, Ft. Richard Elliot – Daines Hall, Logan – 7:30pm
March 29-April 1 Fort Buenaventura Easter Rendezvous – Fort Buenaventura, Ogden
March 17 World War II in Northern Utah – Tim Gray Lecture – Union Station – 10:00am
March 31 Indigenous Voices Pow Wow – Free – WSU Shepherd Union Ballrooms – 11:00am – 6:00pm
March 17 Best ‘N West Barrel Race – Free – Golden Spike Event Center – 9:00am-3:00pm March 19 Birdhouse Competition/Exhibit – Free Entry - Ogden Nature Center – 9:00am-5:00pm
March 31 Easter Egg Hunt! – By A Kid’s Place Dentristy – Liberty Park, SLC – 8:30am10:00pm
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HISTORY
North Ogden's Oldest Home: Part Two BY MELISSA SPELTS
Last month we featured a historical look at the oldest standing home in North Ogden built by Elihu Warren. When Al and Eileen Hollywood opened this magazine last month, they were surprised to see their house was the subject of the story. They called us to fill us in on where things are now with this historic home.
Moving from a slower paced community in California, Pollock Pine in the Sierra Nevadas, the Hollywoods fell in love with this old house before even walking through it in 2016. They had only seen an internet listing when they made their offer. It matched the style of home that they loved from Colonial Williamsburg, VA. Though the home needed some work to make it more comfortable, the Hollywoods loved the look and especially the history of their new home. Because of their respect for the history of the home they have attempted to make updates that matched or at least complemented the original style. Though the windows are modern and energy efficient, they look like they belong in the time period of the home. The paint and flooring choices also work from a historical standpoint.
The deep window sills are so pretty at over 2.5 feet deep—wow those are thick walls. The front entry staircase is the original and would not meet up with modern code, but the original handrail is a beautiful piece of history. Hidden behind a secret door are stairs going down to the original basement, they appear to be original steps and you can see the original stone walls that look like a 150 year old jigsaw puzzle. The original floor joists are also visible. In the basement, there is a door that looks very old. Upon opening it, you see the outdoor stairs that led down to the basement. The stairway is now blocked by the garage that has since been added to the house. The kitchen has been remodeled by the Hollywoods. They opened it up a bit and created a great place for their family to gather when they come to visit. The Hollywoods love living in North Ogden. In fact, when they contacted Lowes to help with the remodeling, they spoke with Leslie Liechty who was so excited to help. She informed them that her maiden name is Warren and in fact her great-great grandfather was the man who built the home. It felt like the perfect fit to have her consult on the remodeling to help preserve a bit of North Ogden and her family’s history.
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COMMUNITY
Thank You to Our EMS Department A few months ago I pulled up to my son’s school to pick him up. He’s in kindergarten. I saw a fire truck out front and the gates to the recess area were open, which is not a normal thing. My son’s teacher, Ms.Joy, (isn’t that the best kindergarten name?) walked back and forth between cars looking very concerned. I thought nothing of it until I got a call from the school. I answered the phone and the receptionist said my son Grey was in the ambulance near the playground. I instantly started to cry, jumped out of my car and ran back there. He was surrounded by the nicest-looking group of guys. They were smiling, which was a good thing. Grey had a little stuffed animal and they were getting an ear full from my talkative little boy. They probably know every family secret now. They said he had a seizure on the playground. He looked good now, but I should probably take him to the ER just to make sure. They were extremely kind and helpful. I wish so much that I had taken a picture of them with my Grey boy. I left feeling grateful
for them, but worried about my little boy. I didn’t even say thank you to these men! I thought maybe this would be a good way to tell our fire department and EMTs THANK YOU for all that they do for us. I hear your sirens at all hours of the day and pray that my family and friends are safe, but feel a peace having you out there helping. You totally ROCK! My son still loves his stuffed animal. Thanks for all that you do! Your forever friend, Melissa Spelts P.S. Grey has a thing called Syncope where if he gets hurt or is scared he will hold his breath and pass out. It is common in children, Ryan’s sister had it as well. So he’s okay.
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We offer a fun contest every month with cash prizes!
February Art Contest Winners
March Contest
Congratulations to our Art Contest Winners!
K-4th Grade The Pirates Life for Me By: Wyatt Polson
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Meet our new friend named Konnecto Kangaroo. This month's contest is to find Konnecto in the magazine. We've hidden him among the pages 10 times. E-mail us with what pages you found him on and your name will be entered to win a $25 Walmart Gift Card.
5th - 9th Grade Kat By: Macyn Hartman
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North Ogden Kiwanis Club Annual Ea ster Egg Hunt S a t u r d a y, M a r c h 3 1 , 2 0 1 8 9 AM - Ages 1-9
North Ogden Elementary School Park Candy and eggs for all participants
Prizes Awarded for Children that bring decorated:
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Weber High School STANDOUT BY STEVEN GODFREY
The Weber High Warrior cheerleading team can add a new notch to their belt: State Champion. In late January, the cheer team swept through their region competition to earn a ticket to the State show at Copper Hills High School. Judging came down to dancing, tumbling, stunting, pyramids, crowd involvement, overall execution, and even their use of signs. The teams were to perform the same routine from region, but due to last-minute injuries, Weber had to adjust. Naturally, the team was nervous for state, and the final results. Michelle Meyer, head coach, said, “When they introduced this team as First in State, we all about lost our minds.” Rilei Woodward, team captain, takes it a step further. “State is a huge accomplishment,” says Woodward, “but I think working together, learning to come together, and doing it for each other feels way better than any trophy or title.”
“Being part of the team feels like a blessing. We have all grown so close – it’s like having 23 sisters who are always there for you.” -BRINLEE JOHANSEN
Maureen Grover, another coach, said, “I think the advantage we had came down to three things: difficulty of our routine, strong character from this year’s challenges, and team unity.” Grover noted that because Weber’s routine was the most difficult of all teams at regional and state, “our point total was higher to begin with, which gave us a little cushion to make a few, small errors.” On top of that, Grover adds, “This team is extremely talented with their tumbling and stunting, which allows us to do hard things.” And the group did hard things. Despite multiple concussions, a broken arm, a broken foot, a pinched nerve, and sprained ankles throughout the season, the girls kept working. Every other day, the team begins practice at 6:30 AM until 9. Every Thursday and Saturday are practices, too. During the summer, it’s 3X/week for four hours a day. They compete in their own sport, but also are asked to support the other team’s and programs at Weber High. What keeps them going? They simply love it. “I love being on the team,” says junior Sadee Henry. “Ever since I was little I wanted to be on the team.” Bryli Kimber, 18 CONNECTIONPUBLISHING // March 2018
sophomore, agrees. “Weber High cheer is a family. Once you make the team, you are a part of the family. All the girls have your back.” Woodward adds, “Being part of the team feels like a blessing. We have all grown so close – it’s like having 23 sisters who are always there for you.” Brinlee Johansen, sophomore, adds, “I don’t know where I’d be without cheer in my life. All the girls are kind and treat everyone like sisters.” Coaches see this love and believe it played a role in the team’s success. Grover says, “This team has been amazing to coach. Even though we have been through so much as a team, they have been the easiest and kindest to work with. They always come to practice ready to work and with smiles on their faces.” Meyer adds, “This is the kindest team we have had in my four years of coaching. The girls really have each other’s backs.” Kindness, Meyer continues, is something she stresses the most. She expects them to be kind to everyone, in and out of cheer. “Nobody will remember if you are Homecoming Queen, scored so many touchdowns, or were a cheerleader at your high school. They will, however, remember if you are kind. That’s the most important thing I want this team to take away from the year.”
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Students of the Month
Some schools award multiple students of the month. We honor a selected few here. For the full list of students, visit www.northogdenconnection.com
Katie Hadley
America Aguirre Jimenez
Katie, a junior at Weber High School, was chosen as Warrior of the Month. She has shown so much promise using sign language. She has surpassed most of the students in her Level 2 class and has even done better than other students in the high school Level 3 classes. Katie also shows enthusiasm by using sign language in Mr. Adair’s class and is willing to help those in need. She comes to her ASL classroom before the bell rings at first period and signs all the time. Even though she is not the only red head in her ASL class, Katie stands out because she signs throughout the entire class time. Katie says she loves to draw. She also plays the French horn in her concert band, and the mellophone in Weber High’s marching band. She plays the piano and is in the school choir. She would like to go to UVU for college and plans to major in interpreting and minor in deaf history.
America has the desire to help other students in any way they might need it. She also is great at collaborating to make our community stronger. America is a natural tutor in the classroom and a good friend to everyone. She likes to sing, role-play, act, dance, and as she explains, “be weird” with her friends. America also loves listening to other people’s stories and enjoys being a member of our MMA’s Hope Squad. America was nominated by her peers as a person other students can trust to talk about anything. This position comes with great responsibility and countless volunteer hours. Another one of America’s talents is public speaking. It is through her passionate and moving speeches that we learned of her commitment to social justice. Racial equality and homelessness are just two of the causes she holds dear to her heart. There is no doubt that America will one day go on to be a leader in the social justice community, be it running media campaigns, galvanizing key donors, or leading community wide marches. America will make a difference in the lives of others.
Weber High School
Maria Montessori Academy
Zakery Simmons
North Ogden Junior High School Ben Simmons, a teacher at North Ogden Jr. High, nominated Zakery Simmons for student of the month. He says, Zak has personality. Teachers love it when a student comes to class with a can-do attitude. They’re willing and eager to learn, and it shows in their countenances. Zak is positive and cheerful, and you can tell he wants to be there. He also displays self-discipline and motivation. “Zak displays a sense of dedication to his education that I wish all students had. He is willing to work for it. He knows that the best lessons don’t come easy but this doesn’t stop him from learning. He is on time to class and on time, if not early, with his assignments.” Zak participates. “To me, this is an extremely important factor to my classrooms. Students who participate not only achieve better results in their education, but they enjoy it more. They also help others enjoy class. They help to create a learning environment and dispel the myth that school has to be boring and teachers are all stupid.” Zak is a great student, a true NOJH Knight and he has the potential to be a leader.
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Next year, America will be attending Classical Capstone Academy, then she will go on to college and be a lawyer someday. America is extremely well deserving of the honor of Maria Montessori Academy’s Student of the Month. Her kindness, leadership, and compassion are valuable assets to our community.
Emilee Webster
Orion Junior High School Emilee is a seventh grader at Orion. Her personal hobbies include watching anime, cooking, and most recently she tried ice skating and loved it. She began playing the violin in orchestra this year, which is her favorite class. Emilee’s GPA for second quarter was a 3.3. She wants to go to college and her academic goal is to get all A and B grades. Emilee said that being a chef after high school sounds fun, but she is keeping her options open. Congratulations Emilee!
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SPRING'S living things BY RYAN SPELTS
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his has been a strange year for weather. Warm when it should be cold, very little snow and overall it feels like winter never really came. For those of you who are skiers, it has likely been quite disappointing. As we approach Easter, I am excited for my favorite season which is just around the corner. Spring brings blooming flowers and lots of bugs. Having grown up in a home with five sisters and now raising three daughters of my own, I have many times been shocked when I have heard the shrill scream from the far reaches of the basement thinking it must be a murderer in a mask who broke into my house with a machete, only to find out it was just a cry to summon me to come and smash a bug that I am roughly 300 times taller than and 5 million times heavier. Maybe it is this duty that I have performed a few million times that makes me fascinated with bugs, or maybe it is my fly fishing addiction which draws me to understand and study bugs. I have seen many a bad fishing day suddenly transform into great days just by being able to “match the hatch,� or find the bug that fish want to eat. While I have to admit that many bugs are creepy and crawly and give me the chills, I get excited each spring to see all the new blooms and flowers and even some of the bugs. These are a few of the bugs that are exciting to see and learn about.
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Monarch Caterpiller by Adam Skowronski
Beetles Speaking of beetles, when I lived in the Philippines there was a fascinating beetle that I loved seeing. Called the Buprestidae, but more commonly known as jewel beetles, they have a metallic iridescent greenish blue shell that looks like metal. Filipino children would often catch these bugs and tie a piece of string around their legs. The beetles would then take off in flight and the kids would hold the string and the jewel beetles would fly in circles around their heads. Nothing quite beats a homemade toy like that.
Lady Bugs The Coccinellidae (Lady Bug) is a small, typically red, beetle. I distinctly remember playing with these fascinating and useful insects when I was young. Lady bugs and rolly pollies were always fun backyard entertainment. Lady bugs typically feed on agricultural pests like aphids so they help the gardeners among us keep our plants from getting gnawed on and damaged by herbivore bugs. These small beetles have a beautiful red or yellow domed protective shell that separates to reveal and allow the use of their wings. The shell often has spots or stripes on it. One myth that is unfounded is that the number of dots on the shell of these beetles indicates their age. Actually the number of dots is determined by the species and genetics of the bug. How did the lady bug get its name? In Europe these typically friendly red bugs are known as ladybirds instead of ladybugs. In Britain the insects became known as “Our Lady’s Bird” or the Lady Beetle. Mary (our Lady) was often depicted wearing a red cloak in early paintings, and the spots of the seven spot ladybird were said to symbolize her seven joys and seven sorrows. In the US, the name adapted over time to become “Ladybug.” These are a beautiful and helpful bug that are fun to play with and some even say they are good luck.
Caterpillars This is one of the strangest bugs on the earth. With thousands of variations, caterpillars are the larval stage of butterflies and moths. There are more than 20,000 different species of caterpillar that we know about in the world. There are likely more species that just haven’t been uncovered yet. Caterpillars have soft bodies that can actually grow quite quickly. They can range from very small, roughly one millimeter, to fairly long at 14 centimeters. Caterpillars are a favorite protein rich source of food for many animals, so they have evolved and developed many defenses to protect themselves. These defenses range from bright colors and stripes to swelling parts of their body to be more intimidating and even growing spikes that make them less susceptible to being eaten. Sometimes they will link together in a caterpillar train to make themselves look longer for self-defense. Some are even poisonous and are therefore uneatable. These fascinating creatures will eat their body weight nearly every day—that is a lot of eating. Female Monarch Butterflies (the orange and black ones) lay their eggs on milkweed plants and they will hatch in four to six days. Then the monarch caterpillar will live in caterpillar or larva stage for 28-38 days. After hatching, a caterpillar is so small that it can barely be seen, but it grows very quickly, shedding its skin five times and growing to roughly two inches in as little as nine days. After roughly a month, the caterpillar will find a safe location and shed its skin one last time and enter the pupa stage, where metamorphosis occurs. The caterpillar forms a chrysalis, sometimes mischaracterized as a cocoon, inside of which the caterpillar becomes a beautiful butterfly. Cocoons, in case you were wondering, are what moth caterpillars form to metamorphose into a moth.
Butterflies Butterflies are one of the most beautiful insects in the world. Their colors and patterns are loved by people the world over. They are a sure sign of the warmer weather of summer. Here are some of the most common Utah caterpillars and their associated butterflies.
I-spy butterflies
Sources: utahlepsociety.org raisingbutterflies.org butterfliesandmoths.org wikipedia.org gardenswithwings.com utahbugclub.com thoughtco.com
Caterpillars in the Field and Garden: A Field Guide to the Butterfly Caterpillars of North America by Thomas J. Allen, Jim P. Brock, Jeffery Glassberg
varieties you'll see in utah
Black and White Weidemeyer's Admiral - Alan Schmierer
The cabbage white
Ainse swallowtail Butterfly Public Domain
Monarch
Brown, Orange and White Painted Lady Wikepedia
Checkered White
Viceroy Public Domain
Not pictured
Black Swallowtail Butterfly John Flannery
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Youth Council Update: Day at the Legislature BY HAYDEN SIMMONS
Last month, the Youth Council got to go to the “Local Officials Day at the Legislature”. After looking around the Capitol Building, we participated in a contest called “Capitol Quest,” it was like a giant scavenger hunt where we had to find things and take pictures with them. It was so much fun. We got to meet our area’s House Representative, Justin Fawson, and he took us down to the House Floor and to the underground tunnels. After we took our tour, we went to a mock bill debate. We watched as students debated and passed bills about sexual harassment and bullying in school. The bill would have given schools the ability to punish students for bullying outside of school, like at the mall or places like that. People got into it a little too much and we had to cut it short because there were so many comments about their feelings about the bill. It was a neat experience! After lunch, we go to listen to some speakers. The first speaker was Governor Gary Herbert. He talked about how most people in America don’t know the basic things about our government. He told us how happy he was to see us all there because we had
an interest in government and in our country. He told us that we need to get more people involved in politics because people need to know what is going on and how to help. We need to be leaders in our communities because we are the future. It was an awesome experience! After that, we heard from a reporter named Mark Updegrove. He told us about how he has come to know some of our nation’s presidents: Gerald Ford, Jimmy Carter, Ronald Reagan, the Bushes and Bill Clinton. He told us that all of the presidents are known by a sentence. For example, Lincoln’s sentence was, “he freed the slaves.” Mark told us to think about how we want to be remembered, what would our sentence be? He was an inspiring man! This will be one day that we will never forget!
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SUICIDE PREVENTION
BY PAUL RHOADES
In North Ogden, we lose an average of four residents a year to suicide. In 2017, we lost six residents. Each one of these deaths represents a person who is loved by family, friends, and neighbors. Each one of these people had a future, and we are all diminished by their passing. Knowing the danger signs of suicide, how to respond to them, and what resources are available is one of the greatest advantages we have in interdicting suicides. Warning Signs of Suicidal Ideation (Contemplation) • Talking about suicide • Making statements about feeling hopeless, helpless, or worthless • A deepening depression • Preoccupation with death • Taking unnecessary risks or exhibiting self-destructive behavior • Out of character behavior (jasonfoundation.com/youth-suicide/warning-signs/) How to Help a Suicidal Person The following are seven suggestions from a list of 21 suggestions on how to help. Please visit www.suicide.org for the complete list. • Get help immediately (911, 1-800-273-Talk, etc.) • Always take suicidal comments seriously • Try not to act shocked • Do not handle the situation by yourself • Comfort the person with words of encouragement • If the person is at high risk, do not leave him or her alone • Listen, listen, listen. Be gentle, kind, and understanding
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Resources • “911” – Police and Fire • 1-800-273-TALK (8255) National Suicide Prevention Lifeline • Suicidepreventionlifeline.org • Utahsuicideprevention.org
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Jasper is one loved dog!
BY AVA HENRIE, 14 YEARS OLD
Jasper is a very lovable dog. He acts like the guard dog at our house because if someone comes around he starts barking. He is 7 years old. Jasper loves following us around the house. He loves chasing kids around.
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Ava turned 15 on Bebuary 28th. She is a super loveable person and loves to take her dog, Jasper, for walks.
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Ta l k t o y o u r d o c t o r a b o u t Annual W e l l n e s s Vi s i t s . Annual Wellness Visits are a time with your doctor to gather information about your individual, unique health situation, and to develop a personalized plan for preventing or managing illness. Plus with our new extended hours, we are working hard to make healthcare easier for you. Request an appointment online at northogdenclinic.org.
Now Accepting New Patients! Dr. Schmitt was raised in Ogden, UT where he completed a bachelors degree in Clinical Laboratory Science at Weber State University. He earned his osteopathic medical degree at Des Moines University in Iowa. Dr. Schmitt enjoys many aspects of the medical field, which led him to pursue a path to be a general practitioner and provide care to patients of all ages. He takes great interest in spending time with his family, engaged in various outdoor activities.
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HEALTH & WELLNESS
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A Pinch of Salt or Less Salt – and more particularly the sodium component of salt – has come under increasing fire of late for its role in exacerbating certain health conditions. According to the Center for Disease Control (CDC), “About ninety percent of Americans eat more sodium than is recommended for a healthy diet. Too much sodium increases a person’s risk for high blood pressure. High blood pressure often leads to heart disease and stroke.”
HOW MUCH SODIUM DO I NEED?
High blood pressure often leads to heart disease and stroke.
Americans typically consume more than 3,000 mg of sodium per day. The U.S. Dietary Guidelines recommend that Americans limit their sodium intake to 2,300 mg per day.
HOW DO I DECREASE MY SALT INTAKE?
Adults who should be especially cautious with sodium intake, include: • Those 50 years of age or older • African-Americans • Those with a history of high blood pressure, diabetes, kidney disease, heart disease, or fluid retention
HERE ARE SOME EASY TIPS TO GET STARTED:
To give you some perspective, one teaspoon of salt contains just over 2,300 mg of sodium! Even adding a pinch of salt, roughly 1/8 teaspoon, to a dish adds about 300 mg of sodium.
WHAT FOODS ARE HIGH IN SODIUM? According to the CDC, forty-four percent of the salt we consume comes from ten specific foods: • Breads and rolls • Cold cuts and cured meats such as deli or packaged ham, or turkey • Pizza • Fresh and processed poultry • Soups • Sandwiches such as cheeseburgers • Cheese • Pasta dishes • Meat-mixed dishes such as meatloaf with tomato sauce • Snacks such as chips, pretzels, and popcorn
Decreasing your salt intake doesn’t have to be hard.
• When grocery shopping, purchase “No Salt Added” or “Low Sodium” varieties of foods. • Cook at home more often. Making your own pasta sauce, for instance, can really be quite simple and it tastes great! • Add flavor without adding salt – experiment with salt-free herbs, spices, vinegars, and extracts. • Read food labels to become more familiar with the sodium content in the foods you regularly eat. Limit foods with more than 200 mg per serving. • Watch the ingredient list for any ingredient containing the words sodium, baking soda, or baking powder. • Eat more fresh fruits and vegetables. • Skip the salt in recipes whenever possible. • Don’t add extra salt at the dinner table.Choose to add pepper instead. • Ask restaurants to not add salt when preparing your order Manufacturer-prepared foods and restaurant-prepared dishes are significantly higher in salt than home prepared foods, generally speaking. Some foods can be surprising in their salt content. For instance, a “healthy” sandwich made of two slices whole wheat bread, deli turkey, cheese, lettuce, tomato, onion, mustard, and light mayo provides a total of 2,100 mg of sodium – an entire day’s worth even without the salty potato chips on the side!
Too much sodium increases a person’s risk for high blood pressure.
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OUTDOORS
Syracuse resident Nick Weber with members of scout troop 882 on the Frary Peak Trail
Hike: Cutler Trail If you live in Utah, you know that it can be a very long wait for spring.
**Ann’s Waiver for Downhill Sliding
• Never slide if you
can’t see where you’re going.
• Never slide if it’s too
steep to control your speed.
• I strongly discourage
hitting trees or other obstacles. (It’s hard on the trees.)
• Keep your feet and
gear up while sliding.
Even this year, when we’ve barely had winter. My solution: don’t wait until spring to get out in the mountains! The Wasatch Mountains are spectacular under snow. The air is crisp and fresh, and the trees smell amazing. When everything is under snow, you and your snowshoes have complete freedom. You can go anywhere you want! Okay, almost anywhere you want. Yes, please use common sense, and pay attention to the terrain, the weather, and be mindful of obstacles which may hide under the snow. Also be aware that it usually takes a lot longer to get where you’re going in the snow. We started at the Cutler Trail Head. The gate is not open during the winter, so we
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BY ANN PARK
parked along the main road and walked from there. We used micro spikes for extra traction. Even though the weather has been warm and dry, the trail was still mostly snow packed. We followed the trail for much of the way, and then cut up to one of the ridges. The snow was much deeper and softer, and we needed snowshoes. The view was wonderful! We could see Pineview sparkling in the sun. We climbed up to the ridge, and then slid down. (**Please see Ann’s waiver for downhill sliding on the left). The wind was strong and really cold. Anytime you’re out in the winter, the wind is a major player. Strong winds make it much more difficult to keep warm, and in extreme cases hard to see where you’re going. It is usually windy on the ridges and peaks.
BUSINESS
Timeless Medical Spa BY RYAN SPELTS
Brent and Debbie Williams with their staff at Timeless Spa.
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Business: Medical Spa Address: 6112 S 1550 E Suite 103 South Ogden Phone: (801) 475-4300
In 2009, Brent Williams had been a family physician for over 20 years when he and his wife, Debbie, decided to start TimeLess Medical Spa & Weight Loss Clinic. They started out with a plan to build a business for their retirement in Aesthetics (specializing in the cosmetic treatments of the skin). Shortly after starting the clinic, Brent and Debbie attended a conference of the American Society of Bariatric Physicians (ASBP). The conference focused on the treatment and care of overweight or obese patients. Because of Brent’s background as a family doctor, he had seen the harmful effects of obesity and the resultant diseases of obesity; however, in his family practice he was unable to devote the time required to treat obesity. After this conference, the Williams decided to join the ASBP (now the Obesity Medical Association). Following the association’s guidelines, they were able to develop a medical weight loss program based on best practices and evidence based treatments. Combining weight loss with their aesthetics spa was a natural and perfect fit. Brent often says that he has been able to help more people with weight loss by giving them more time, behavior modification and accountability than with all the medications he prescribed in his family practice.
Combining weight loss and an aesthetics spa was a perfect fit for the Williams' business. Debbie, who now runs the business side of things, also had majored in nutrition and psychology, and it became a perfect fit for their new venture. She loves counseling clients about nutrition and helping them obtain a healthy lifestyle. “Clients become like family, when you change their lives so positively,” she says. A weight loss program at TimeLess Medical Spa & Weight Loss Clinic starts with a body composition obtained by a specialized scale. Using those numbers, a customized nutrition and exercise program is established for the client. Clients meet weekly with a weight loss counselor and monthly with the doctor. Lab work is obtained on each client to determine if there are extenuating circumstances that may interfere with weight loss or cause weight gain. Dr. Williams will prescribe medications as needed or work with a patient’s primary care physician to adjust medications that may promote weight gain. It is always important to see a physician before starting any weight loss program, and Dr. Williams is experienced and board certified in obesity medicine. The aesthetics component of the business is also a powerful tool to help patients achieve a healthy look and build self-confidence. Some people have had persistent skin issues that have bothered them throughout their lives, causing embarrassment or
insecurity. The TimeLess aestheticians, under the direction of Dr. Williams, can provide treatments and recommendations to help eliminate scars, uneven skin tones, deep lines, wrinkles and sun damage. TimeLess also provides hair reduction, tattoo removal, skin resurfacing, body sculpting, massages, facials and chemical peels. Brent is an expert in dermal fillers and neuromodulators, such as Botox, Dysport and Xeomin, and can treat hyperhidrosis (excessive sweating under the arms). This health and beauty center is an incredible asset to those who want to improve their appearance and feel healthier. It only takes about 20 minutes to get to TimeLess from North Ogden. If you take I-15 south then take I-84 toward Cheyenne, get off on the South Ogden exit, head up the hill to the first light, turn left and TimeLess is west of the neighborhood Walmart (near Kobe Japanese Stake House). One of Debbie’s favorite parts of the business is the increased confidence she sees after a client begins seeing results. They walk with more confidence, hold their head high and exude excitement about life. Brent and Debbie pride themselves in customer service and making the client feel comfortable and welcome when they come through the doors. Their clients become their friends, and people love coming to their business.
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HOME
HOME WARRANTIES FOR EXISTING HOMEOWNERS? YES!
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home warranty is designed to cover mechanical, plumbing and major appliance repairs that homeowner's insurance doesn’t cover, such as clogged pipes, furnace failures, or appliances that stop working. For an a la carte fee to the main package purchase, extra items such as minor roof leak repairs, septic tank pumping, water softeners, guest homes, wet bar refrigerators, re-key services, portable spa equipment, additional pool or spa equipment and more, can all have warranty coverage. Some companies have extra member benefit discounts for lawn care, and some offer furnace filter delivery services year round (yes, for additional fees). Are you an existing homeowner without a warranty? Did you know that ANYONE can have a home warranty on their home or rental? You never know when a heat or plumbing system, appliance, or garage door will break down. Repairing these systems requires time to look for a suitable repair technician and high repair costs, so why not order a home warranty and have everything covered to have peace of mind? Selling? Make sure your agent gets a FREE listing home warranty, especially if appliances are older! All of our listed homes have one, so if anything breaks during the listing, the seller is covered with only a small service fee to fix or replace the appliance. Then when we get a contract to purchase the home, we have the home warranty in place and it can be transferred to the buyer and paid for at closing.
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by Gina Gonzalez
Once during a listing, one of our seller’s stoveoven died. For a $60 service fee, a new stove was delivered because the old one could not be repaired. Sellers were happy to only pay a fee, and the new buyers were ecstatic to have a new stove and oven! As a landlord, remember to cover your investments with a warranty, too. I made the mistake of NOT having one on a rental, years ago, only to have the furnace go out in the middle of the winter. The emergency repair cost $1500. Never again! For less than $500 a year for most packages, I can rest easy knowing that if any major repair were needed, it would be a $60 service fee to get that repair completed or the item replaced! At my closing with a buyer today, we purchased the warranty for the new (old) home. The buyer said that since I had mentioned that a homeowner can get one too, even if they are already living in the home, her elderly parents were now looking into buying one for their home. Anyone on a set budget cannot afford to have any major appliances go out, especially in the middle of winter or extreme heat of summer. If you are a homeowner, a landlord, have elderly parents who cannot fix things themselves or are on a fixed budget, are a buyer or a seller, make sure to have your appliances and more covered to avoid having to make last minute, very expensive repairs!
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WHEN TO REPLACE YOUR TIRES POSTED BY LISA D. @ ACUITY INSURANCE
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ometimes you know when you need new tires. You may feel your car slip when it is wet or notice the tread looks a little low. But often, tires are something we don’t pay as much attention to as we should. Tires are important to your car’s overall safety, so here are some tips to consider. Signs your vehicle may need new tires:
• Wear and tear. Tires naturally weaken over time and can affect driving performance. Cracking and dry rot are signs of wear and tear.
• Tread. Put a penny upside down in the tread
of a tire. If you can see the top of Lincoln’s head, the tire should be replaced. Check multiple places in each tire and test all tires.
• Age. Look for a series of four numbers on
the side of the tire. The first two digits are the week and the last two digits are the year the tire was made. Vehicle manufacturers recommend replacing tires after six years.
Now that you know it may be time to go tire shopping, consider the following before you head to the auto shop:
• Consult the owner’s manual or inside the
driver’s door jamb to find the size and type of tire for your vehicle.
• Consider use of the vehicle, such as how
much driving, how heavy the load, and weather conditions, to determine if allweather or high-performance tires are sensible.
• Ask friends, family, or coworkers for
recommendations on where to buy tires.
• Size matters. Replacement tires should
always match what is listed in the owner’s manual and door jamb, which may not match those currently on your vehicle.
• Check the age of the tires and look for
recent makes. You don’t want to be tire shopping again soon!
• Shop around for sales and prices. Choose
a store that has knowledgeable, helpful staff and will replace the tires for you. Know the fine print on any warranty before purchasing.
Also, be mindful that the signs your vehicle needs new tires may also be signs of other vehicle maintenance issues, such as misalignment, over or under inflation of tires, or the need to rotate tires more often. Proper tire maintenance helps the overall condition of your vehicle and impacts driving performance, fuel economy, and safety. Remember to check your tires—and remember to check with Acuity for your auto insurance!
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FOOD FOOD
Remove stew from the oven and arrange biscuit on top of the filling. Brush the tops with egg wash and return the dish to the oven. Bake for another 25-30 minutes, until biscuits are brown and stew is bubbly.
GREEN FRUIT SALAD
Green grapes Kiwis Granny Smith apples Honey dew Pears
Choose all or any variety of fruit above. Dice fruit into bite-size pieces. In a large bowl, toss the fruit together and serve with a dollop of sweetened whipped cream on top of each serving. ••• These fluffy biscuits are amazing!
March's Menu
Comfort Food and a fruit salad! CHICKEN POT PIE STEW
3 split chicken breasts (without bone) 3 Tbsp. olive oil Salt and pepper 1 ½ sticks salted butter 2 c. chopped yellow onion ¾ c. flour 5 c. chicken stock ¼ c. heavy cream 1 ½ c. diced carrots, blanched for 4 minutes 1 10-oz package frozen peas 1 Tbsp. dried parsley 1 medium potato Biscuits: 2 c. flour 1 Tbsp. baking powder 1 tsp. salt 1 tsp. sugar 1 stick of cold, salted butter ¾ c. half-and-half 1 Tbsp. dried parsley 1 egg with 1 tsp. water Preheat oven to 375 degrees F. Place chicken in a glass baking dish and drizzle with olive oil. Sprinkle the
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tops with salt and pepper, and cover with tinfoil. Bake for 50-60 minutes. Stab the potato with a fork and place it in an un-sealed plastic bag. Microwave for about 8-10 minutes, or until potato is easy to squeeze. Set aside to cool a bit before you skin and dice it. In a heavy bottom pot, melt butter and sauté the onions on medium heat. Add flour and stir constantly for 3 minutes on low heat. Add chicken stock and simmer for 2 minutes, or until stew is thickened. Add heavy cream, diced chicken, blanched carrots, frozen peas, parsley and diced potatoes. Pour stew in a 10X12X2 inch baking dish. Still on 375 degrees F., bake for 15 minutes. Meanwhile make biscuits. Combine flour, baking powder, salt, and sugar in a large bowl. Cut in the cold butter. Add half-and-half and parsley and mix just until combined. Dump the dough onto a well-floured surface and roll out 1 inch thick, 2 ½ inch round circles (use a small cup if you don’t have a circle cutter).
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PISTACHIO AND WHITE CHOCOLATE PUDDING COOKIES
2/3 c. flour (1) 3.4 oz box instant pistachio pudding mix 1 tsp. baking soda ¼ c. light brown sugar ¾ c. granulated sugar ¾ c. salted butter, softened 1 tsp. vanilla extract 1 egg ¾ c. white chocolate chips ½ c. chopped pistachios
Whisk together flour, pudding, and baking soda. Set aside. Cream sugars and butter together until light and fluffy. Add egg and vanilla and beat together until blended. Gradually stir in dry ingredients. Don’t over stir. Fold in chocolate chips and pistachios. Refrigerate dough for at least 30 minutes. Preheat oven to 325 degrees F. Scoop out rounded tablespoons of cookie dough and place on a lightly greased cookie sheet. Bake for 12-14 minutes or just until they are set. If you see any brown, pull them out. Let cool on baking sheet for several minutes before moving them to a rack. Store in airtight container.
BUSINESS
WHAT IS A GUN TRUST? If you own every gun Chuck Norris ever used in his movies, then you might need a gun trust!
Garrett T. Smith, Attorney
Gun trusts are becoming increasingly popular as more restrictive gun control laws are being implemented, the last of which was by executive order in July 2016. Certain firearms are restricted under Title II of the National Firearms Act (NFA). The most common Title II weapons include suppressors, short barreled rifles and shotguns, and automatic weapons. A gun trust protects the privacy of the gun owner and can shield the gun owner’s family and friends from being liable for unknowingly engaging in criminal acts. A gun trust gives you more protection in the acquisition, usage, and transfer of Title II weapons. One of the biggest mistakes owners of restricted weapons make is exposing family and friends to criminal liability. Title II weapons must be registered on the National Firearms Registry. When a Title II weapon is registered to an individual, only that individual may use that weapon. For example, if you took your family or friends out shooting to “try out” your new suppressor, they would technically be felons under the law if they picked up your weapon. The criminal liability for a felony violation is up to $500,000 in fines and 10 years in prison. The ATF is the federal government agency responsible for enforcing the NFA and has recently brought on hundreds of additional agents to crack down on unlawful transfers.
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An unlawful transfer occurs when a registered owner transfers possession and/or control of a Title II weapon to another person. The ATF and IRS have recently teamed up to maximize penalties for unlawful transfers. Federal law requires a purchaser of a Title II weapon to pay a $200 tax every time a restricted weapon is transferred. In cases where the ATF has imposed penalties for unlawful transfers, the IRS has prosecuted for tax evasion. The most common unlawful transfer is between spouses. A gun trust allows both spouses to exercise control and possession over Title II weapons as cotrustees. It also allows other named individual beneficiaries to use the weapons without criminal liability as long as they remain in the presence of a trustee. Another common mistake is made upon the death of the registered owner. Gun trusts provide protection for executors who are unfamiliar with federal and state firearm laws. An executor who is trying to pass your guns to your heirs can accidentally commit a felony by transferring to a prohibited person. A gun trust has specific instructions to ensure that the successor trustee is aware of the laws and transfers legally. This is a complicated area of law and I can help you navigate the complexities while ensuring that you retain as much privacy as possible and limit criminal liability for your loved ones.
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ART CONTEST { Winners and results }
Thank you to all who submitted artwork and voted! We are so honored by all the artists who were willing to put their works of art in the contest. Everyone gets our personal vote for being willing to share your talent with the community. The winner by vote count from each category will win the $50 cash prize. We had 46 unique entries in the contest and 1820 votes cast in the contest.
{ Voting Results } Top 10 in Age Group K-4th grade Wyatt Polson - A Pirates Life for Me - 347 TD Blake - Katnis - 47 Jonathan Rhodes - Volcano - 29 Tanner Moon - Elliot the Elephant - 2
Editor's Favorite 2018
5th-9th grade Macyn Hartman - Kat - 536 (Top Vote Recipient Overall) Madisynn Steig - Cat - 91 Chloe Rhodes - Butterfly on a Flower - 39 Sydney Simmons - Be “UTAH� ful - 25 Sydney Simmons - Need more space? - 23 Kiya - Dead - 6 Cara Pomerleau - Flower Blossom - 5 Danika - Manga Anime - 5 Aniella Thornton - Dripping Universe - 4 Cara Pomerleau - Christmas Owl - 3
10th-Adult Kimberly Morrill - Hardware Ranch - 103 Bria Ofarrell - Gentle Giant - 65 Benjamin Lane - Graceful Strength and Wisdom - 64 Bria Ofarrell - Friend or Foe - 49 Sheridan Moore - The way you make me feel Quintin McCann - Hope and Heartache Greg Young - Sacred Feathers - 40 Sheridan Moore - Eagle - 30 Hailey Brimhall - Bubbles - 29 Benjamin Lane - Utah Utes Drum and Feather - 23
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36 CONNECTIONPUBLISHING // March 2018
Clockwise:Top left-Beautiful Trash by Kayla Varnell, Kat by Macyn Hartman, Elephant by Hailey Brimhall, Need More Space? by Sydney Simmons, Gentle Giant by Bria OFarrell, Rainbow Eye by Hans Enel
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