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Remember our Veterans this Thanksgiving
November is time to be thankful: thankful for the wonders of the harvest and thankful for the veterans who defend our way of life. I’m referring to Thanksgiving and Veterans Days, obviously. These two national holidays were meant to remind us of the blessings we have, living here in this amazing country.
Thanksgiving Day is more than food, family, and football; it is about the gathering of friends and loved ones to share a moment in time and reflect on those things that we are thankful for. It is about forgetting what makes us different, setting aside our trespasses, and remembering what brings us together. Try celebrating this day with charitable giving and finding time to serve others. Volunteer by helping to feed the homeless or simply donating food to a local pantry. Bring the spirit of Thanksgiving into the lives of those less fortunate and see what the miracle of the harvest can do for them and you.
Veterans Day is a time to honor and say thank you to all veterans, especially those serving and protecting our country today. We live in a free nation because of them. Military service is not just about honoring our God and country; it is about preserving our families, our democracy, and our way of life. We must also remember that it’s not only the veterans but their families who have considerably sacrificed. I’m reminded of a thought-provoking statement by an unknown author, who said, “Our flag does not fly because the wind moves it… it flies with the last breath of each soldier who died protecting it.” To our men and women in the service of this country, thank you, and God bless you.
One way you can honor those who safeguard our democracy is to vote. That, too, will happen this month, so let your voice be heard.
Mayor Robert Dandoy
November 2022 | royconnection.com 3 + FROM THE MAYOR
“ Veterans Day is a time to honor and say thank you to all veterans, especially those serving and protecting our country today. We live in a free nation because of them.”
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Carroll Proofreader Kassie Baker Proofreader in this issue NOVEMBER Connect with us on social media! ON OUR COVER 16 Santa's Big Kid Wish List 37 Vote Now for Your Reader's Favorites 40 Saluting Our Veterans 44 Time for Pie Photo by Dawn Paul The Connection Publishing Team In this issue, we salute our great Veterans of the United States. Special Advertisement Pages Goldbacks 37 It's time to cast your vote in our Annual Readers' Poll POLLS ARE OPEN VOTE NOW ConnectionPub.com/vote POLLS ARE OPEN VOTE NOW ConnectionPub.com/vote OFFICIAL CITY MAGAZINE SALUTING OUR VETERANS ROY CONNECTION Time For PIE Santa’s Big Kid Wish List Vote Now For Your Readers’ Favorites 6 CITY NEWS 10 COMMUNITY Parks & Recreation Calendar of Events Students of the Month Roy's Above and Beyond 40 WE SALUTE OUR VETERANS Thank you for your Service 44 RECIPES Time for Pie! Blueberry Sour Cream Pie, Lemon Meringue Pie, Pumpkin Cheesecake Pie, Leftover Turkey Pot Pie
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City of Roy
Key Community Contacts
MAYOR
Robert Dandoy: 801-774-1028 rdandoy@royutah.org
COUNCIL MEMBERS council@royutah.org
Ann Jackson: ajackson@royutah.org
Diane Wilson: dwilson@royutah.org
Joe Paul: jpaul@royutah.org
Randy Scadden: randy.scadden@royutah.org
Sophie Paul: sophie.paul@royutah.org
ROY SERVICES
Municipal Center & Utiities: 801-774-1000 utilityrequests@royutah.org
Open Mon - Thurs: 8 a.m. - 5 p.m. | Fri: 8 a.m. - 12 p.m.
Emergency: 911
Police Non-Emergency Dispatch: 801-395-8221 Records: 801-774-1046 pdrecords@royutah.org
Fire: 801-774-1080 fire@royutah.org
Community Development: 801-774-1040 ced@royutah.org
Justice Court: 801-774-1051 courts@royutah.org
Parks & Rec: 801-774-1048 parksandrec@royutah.org
Recreation Complex: 801-774-1050
Public Works: 801-774-1090 publicworks@royutah.org
Welcome to November, the month to reflect and focus on gratitude!
I would like to share my gratitude for the following:
The Arts Council—for a great first year of “Concerts in the Park!” I can’t wait for next year.
Roy Complex staff and fundraising committee— making great progress! Spread the word and donate using the QR code in the Parks & Rec section.
Our dedicated city staff—great events and public safety.
Our committed and involved citizens.
Kudos to our many citizen volunteers and their successful recent events (hundreds participated):
Cleanup after Roy Days
Cleanup and rejuvenation of our City Office and Public Works buildings
911 projects
¾ 4000 pantry packs assembled
¾ 5k run with proceeds to first responders (congrats to Roy first responders for winning Clinton and taking the trophy)
¾ 20 gaylords (48” x 40” x 36”) of food donated
Volunteerism is associated with gratitude, trust, and well-being. Thanks for being involved! Check out additional opportunities and sign up on JustServe.org. Here are some highlights:
Fire Department Education team needs six volunteers to help with public safety and education.
Volunteers are occasionally needed for projects around the city departments such as painting, window cleaning, etc. Be on the look out for more details.
Mark your holiday calendars and look forward to the following events:
Return of the Gingerbread House Contest! Bring entries to the Senior Center November 19th, from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m.
The Christmas Lighting Ceremony on November 21st, 4:30 – 8 p.m.
Home Christmas Decorating Contest. Check city website at www.royutah.org or call 801-774-1020 for details.
As attributed to Aesop, “Gratitude turns what we have into enough.”
Wishing you a Happy Thanksgiving!
Diane Wilson
Roy City Council
CITY COUNCIL MEETINGS
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City Council and Planning Commission meetings are held at the Roy Municipal Building.
City Council: 1st & 3rd Tuesdays at 5:30 p.m. Planning Commission: 2nd & 4th Tuesdays at 6 p.m.
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a part of meetings!
+ CITY NEWS
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of prevention. She will be able to take back what she learned and present it to the coalition.
Roy City Senior Center
October 2022 | royconnection.com 7 Roy RCity's oy City's Tree Lighting TCeremony ree Lighting Ceremony Monday, November 21stMonday, November 21st 4:30 pm 7:00 pm4:30 pm 7:00 pm Roy City BuildingRoy City Building 5051 S. 1900 W.5051 S. 1900 W. Come help us light the holiday season with a special visit from Santa, musical performances, gingerbread house contests, holiday lights, and food trucks! WEDNESDAY, NOVEMBER 16TH 5 P.M. FREE Tickets available at Roy High School –or–
Presents
Annual Senior Citizens’ THANKSGIVING
Performance
The Roy Coalition uses the CTC (Communities That Care) model to help combat underage substance misuse. This model was developed by
David Hawkins, PhD, and Richard F. Catalano, PhD, through decades of research and collaboration with communities across the country. Recently, coalition members
the unique opportunity to attend a Principles of Prevention conference led
Dr. Hawkins as
keynote
rare and educational opportunity for prevention specialists across Utah and
in prevention and
are addressing substance misuse, cannabis use, underage drinking, smoking/vaping, and suicide prevention. The Utah Department
and Human Services was a huge contributor to
and its success. Coalition
in attendance for this special conference to learn about the principles
The Principles and Prevention conference included the following topics: ⊲ Live On: Increasing the Accessibility of Suicide Prevention Education ⊲ Application of Prevention Principles in Your Town ⊲ Fetal Alcohol Spectrum Disorders ⊲ Tobacco Enforcement as a Prevention Strategy: SYNAR and Youth ⊲ Increasing Family Attachment and Decreasing Underage Alcohol Use (206) In upcoming news, we will be hosting a parent night at Roy High on November 7th, where we will take the opportunity to educate and provide support for our Roy City parents on how they can better support their students/kids. If you would like more information about the Roy Communities That Care Coalition or are interested in getting involved in your community, please reach out to Coalition Coordinator: Shardae Jones 801-648-0115 | sjones@owcap.org RoyUtahCTC + CITY NEWS
Risk of Thermal Expansion
Roy City Public Works Department
Thermal expansion occurs when cold water is heated in a residential water heater and the water expands so much it has nowhere to go in a closed water system. Thermal expansion over time can damage your dishwasher, washing machine, and other water connections and appliances in your home. The International Plumbing Code, as adopted by the State of Utah and DOPL, requires a thermal expansion tank to be installed on every water heater, regardless of the existence of dual check backflow preventers.
International Plumbing Code 607.3
Thermal Expansion Control:
Where a storage water heater is supplied with cold water that passes through a check valve, pressure-reducing valve or backflow preventer, a thermal expansion control device shall be connected to the water heater cold water supply pipe at a point that is downstream of all check valves, pressure-reducing valves, and backflow preventers. Thermal expansion tanks shall be sized in accordance with the tank manufacturer's instructions and shall be sized such that the pressure in the water distribution system shall not exceed that required by Section 604.8.
A thermal expansion tank is a small tank that contains a bladder to expand as the pressure increases to prevent damage to the water heater, appliances, and other plumbing
The Problem
The Solution
devices on your private water system. We encourage all Roy City Water customers to check your water heater for a thermal expansion tank and get one installed in compliance with plumbing code to prevent damage to your home.
If you have questions or concerns, please call Roy City Public Works 801-774-1090.
Holiday Fire Safety
Roy City Fire Department
Did you know that Thanksgiving is the top day for home cooking fires? It is followed closely by Christmas Eve and Christmas Day. Unattended cooking was, by far, the leading contributing factor. We all enjoy sitting down to a great Thanksgiving feast
ALWAYS FOLLOW THESE TOP 10 SAFETY TIPS BY THE NFPA:
• Stay in the kitchen when you are cooking on the stovetop, so you can keep an eye on the food.
• Stay at home when cooking your turkey and check on it frequently.
• Keep children away from the stove. The stove will be hot, and kids should stay three feet away.
• Make sure kids stay away from hot food and liquids. The steam or splash from vegetables, gravy, or coffee could cause serious burns.
• Keep knives out of the reach of children.
• Be sure electric cords from an electric knife, coffee maker, plate warmer, or mixer are not dangling off the counter within easy reach of a child.
• Keep matches and utility lighters out of the reach of children — up high in a locked cabinet.
• Never leave children alone in a room with a lit candle.
• Keep the floor clear, so you don’t trip over kids, toys, pocketbooks, or bags.
• Make sure your smoke alarms are working. Test them by pushing the test button.
Keep your Family Safe this Holiday Season
+ CITY NEWS
Expanded Water is Unable to Return to Cities Water Supply BFP, Check, or PRV Valve Water and BTUs lost from T&P Valve Collapsed Flue or other Dangerous Condition Could Occur
Internal Pressure Remains at a Safe Level Cold WaterHot Water Dangerous Internal Pressure Expanded Water Air Cushion Expansion Tank Excess Pressure is Controlled by Expansion Tank City Water Supply
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SHOP ROY–Buy Local A New Restaurant Has Opened in Roy City!
Have you visited the new women’s clothing store in downtown Roy? Fashion Forever is located on the north side strip by Harmons, at 5360 S. 1900 W. This fashion store sells apparel and accessories for women, both in-store and online. Stop in at their store and browse their large selection of tops, jackets, sweaters, dresses, skirts, bottoms, handbags, and shapewear. Fashion Forever also brings you a small assortment of trendy shoes and statement-making jewelry, all at affordable prices. Clothing is available in sizes ranging from small to 3X, depending on the garment.
Fashion Forever’s employees believe that when you look good, you feel good, and then you can, in turn, pass that feeling on to those around you. Here, clothing and accessories are carefully curated to provide customers with the latest fashions. If you don’t find what you crave in the store, visit fashionforever-653453.shoplightspeed.com to see more. Many recent
concert-goers have already bought “the outfit” for their special event; you will find your great outfit here too.
Beyond helping you look your best, Fashion Forever strives to make every purchase a positive experience. Their top priorities are excellent customer service, plus exceptionally quick order processing, ultra-fast shipping times if you order online, and a 30-day return policy.
TALES FROM A CAR WASH
From Buggs Off Car Wash 4430 S. 1900 W.
“We had a guy and his wife in one of our bays. He had a string tied to the open door of his car and the other end tied to his tooth; then his wife slammed the door."
MORE OPTIONS MORE DISCOUNTS Call 801.775.0424 today! For Home, Auto, Life and Business. ■ Evening appointments ■ Get the most value for your coverage ■ Sí hablamos español Restrictions apply. Discounts may vary. Not available in all states. See your agent for details. Insurance is underwritten by Farmers Insurance Exchange and other affiliated insurance companies. Visit farmers. com for a complete listing of companies. Not all insurers are authorized to provide insurance in all states. Coverage is not available in all states. 17073542 Joshua L Cottle Your Local Agent 2050 W 5700 S, ROY, UT 84067 JCOTTLE1@FARMERSAGENT.COM https://agents.farmers.com/jcottle1 + CITY NEWS Utah Military Acadamy AD DON’T JUST GRADUATE WITH A DIPLOMA, GRADUATE WITH A FUTURE. OPEN ENROLLMENT FOR 23-24 BEGINS DECEMBER CALL FOR A PRIVATE TOUR 801-689-3013 TOP 5 REASONS TO JOIN UMA • College Prep • Future Careers • Leadership • Opportunities • Service 5120 S. 1050 W. | RIVERDALE, UT BE APART OF UMA CULTURE Participate in any of our fun activities: Traditional and nontraditional sports Computer Science · Engineering Medical · Aviation · Debate Music · Art · Rangers Military Drill Champions Don't forget all the fun of SBO, field trips, dances, band, choir, and more! UTAH MILITARY ACADEMY November 2022 | royconnection.com 9
Cemetery Winter Maintenance
1, 2022 – Mar. 31, 2023
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begin on the last Thursday of January,
March 2023,
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10 royconnection.com | November 2022 Follow Us on Social Media! @roy_recreation @royrecreationcomplex @roycityrecreation @royrecreationcomplex @royrecreation Parks & Recreation Department Lots of fun programs to join! CLASSES ARE INCLUDED WITH ENTRANCE FEE OR WITH PASS! Get Fit • Have Fun • Make Friends WOMEN’S STRENGTH TRAINING Boost your metabolism and tone your muscles with resistance training. When: Monday, Wednesday, & Friday Time: 8.45 a.m. YOGA CLASSES Yoga offers physical and mental health benefits for people of all ages. When: Tuesday & Thursday Time: 9 a.m. SENIOR EXERCISES If you’re looking for the right exercises, we invite you to join our workouts, which range in all varieties and skill levels. Classic: Monday & Wednesday Cardio: Friday Times: 10 a.m. PICKLEBALL A fun sport that combines many elements of tennis, badminton, and ping-pong. When: Monday – Friday Time: 5 a.m. - 12 p.m. The Roy Complex is in need of urgent and crucial repairs. Your support is critical in our efforts to fund these desperately needed repairs. We as a community can help us meet our goal! Your contributionmaybe TAX DEDUCTIBLE. HTTPS://BIT.LY/ROYCOMPLEX22 Visit websi scan c to don Thank you For Your Support
Nov.
There will be no further maintenance for the remainder of 2022. Please be sure to remove decorations by
last Wednesday evening so maintenance can
February, and
prior
beginning regular summer schedule. The Roy Complex will be Closed Thursday, November 24th for Thanksgiving It Will Re-Open Friday November 25, from 12-6 p.m. + COMMUNITY
November 2022 | royconnection.com 11 FREE DELIVERY & CURBSIDE SERVICE 801-732-0202 roypharmacy.com 3460 W 4800 S Roy, UT 84067 RECEIVE $10 off your next purchase with any new or transferred prescriptions Discount valid only on over-the-counter or gift purchases. Some resitrictions may apply, excluding if you have Medicaid or Medicare. See pharmacy employee for more details. $10.00 OFF COVID Steve Carlson, RPH • HAND SANITIZER IN STOCK • DISPOSABLE & REUSABLE MASKS AVAILABLE • WELLNESS SCREENINGS • GREETING CARDS & GIFT IDEAS • SE HABLA ESPANOL • DRUG DISPOSAL • EASY REFILLS ON WEBSITE OR MOBILE APP • STREP & FLU TESTING COVID-19 VACCINATIONS AVAILABLE HERE. ˜ Visit our Website for scheduling availablity. TESTING Roy City Recreation oysyBasketball s Basketball Registration Registration tober 1st November 30th 2nd-9th 2Grade nd-9th Grade www.royrecreation.com For more information, email ebadger@royutah.org or call 801-774-1048 Cost: $60Cost: $60 Practices start in December. Games start in January. Each player will receive a jersey and a Utah Jazz ticket. Jr Jazz B O Y S H I G H S C H O O L R O Y C I T Y B A S K E T B A L L T E A M L E A G U E R e g i s t e r a t r o y r e c r e a t i o n c o m o r c a l l 8 0 1 7 7 4 1 0 4 8 o r c o m e i n t o t h e o f f i c e a t 1 9 5 0 W 4 8 0 0 S G a m e s w i l l b e M o n d a y n i g h t s s t a r t i n g i n J a n u a r y M a x i m u m o f 1 0 p l a y e r s p e r t e a m $ 4 0 0 p e r t e a m ( n o h i g h s c h o o l b a s k e t b a l l p l a y e r s a l l o w e d ) REGISTRATION ENDS NOV 30TH (OR UNTIL FULL)
SCHOOLS
All Elementary, Jr. High, and High Schools
Nov 23-25: Thanksgiving No School
ROY HIGH
Nov 4: Football Playoffs Quarter Finals (Location TBD) 7 p.m.
Nov 9: Veterans Day Assembly (Time TBD)
Nov 11: Football Playoffs Semi Finals U of U at 7 p.m.
Nov 12: Sadies Dance 8 p.m.
Nov 16: Turkey Olympics 9 a.m. Senior Dinner / Play "Oklahoma" 5 p.m.
Nov 17-19 & 21: Musical Oklahoma 7 p.m.
Nov 22: District Auditions Women’s & Chamber Choir Weber 6 p.m.
Nov 30-Dec 1: Honors Orchestra District (Location TBD) 6:30 p.m.
ROY JR. HIGH
Nov 1: Volleyball & NAL South Ogden 3 p.m.
Nov 4: Football Champs 3 p.m. Volleyball & NAL Sand Ridge 3 p.m.
Nov 11, 15, 18, & 29: Volleyball & NAL 3 p.m.
Nov 22: Volleyball & NAL Snowcrest 3 p.m.
Dec 2: Volleyball & NAL Wahlquist 3 p.m.
SAND RIDGE JR. HIGH
Nov 1: Volleyball & NAL Snowcrest 3 p.m.
Nov 4, 11, 15, & 18: Volleyball & NAL 3 p.m.
Football Champs (Location TBD) 3 p.m.
Nov 8: Volleyball & NAL Wahlquist 3 p.m.
Nov 22: Volleyball & NAL NOJH 3 p.m.
Dec 2: Volleyball & NAL TH Bell 3 p.m. VENTURE ACADEMY
Nov 4: Venture X for seniors
Nov 9: SLPCs Regular Day
Nov 10: SLPCs No Classes
Nov 11: Professional Development No School
PARKS & REC
November
November
Nov
SENIOR CENTER
ACTIVITIES & ENTERTAINMENT
Nov 2 & 16: BINGO! 1 p.m.
Nov 8: Paint with Trish!Call for more info.
Nov 9: Northern Utah Coalition Identity Theft
Nov 14: Robin Arnold 11:30 a.m.
WEBER COUNTY LIBRARY Southwest Branch
2039 W. 4000 S., Roy, UT • 801-337-2670
Nov 3: James Webb Picture Party 6 p.m.
Nov 9: Weber Reads: Book Discussion 7 p.m. (Call to Register)
Nov 17: Teen Scene: Faux Stained Glass 6 p.m.
Nov 18: Weber Reads: DIY Silly Comics 4 p.m.
Nov 1-30: Track the Turkey - Find the Turkey & Win a Prize! (all day)
Nov 15: Linda Hammer on Piano 11 a.m.
Nov 17: Second Generation 11:30 a.m. Foot Clinic 12 p.m.
Nov 1: Gingerbread House Contest 4:30 p.m. (Sign up early!)
Nov 23: Thanksgiving Meal & Pie Give Away
Nov 24 & 25: Senior Center CLOSED
Nov 30: Garr Ashby 11:30 a.m.
Dec 1: Fashion Show 1:30 p.m. (Sign up early! - $5)
ONGOING ACTIVITIES (Mon - Fri)
Lunch is Served 11:30 a.m. - 12:30 p.m.
Monday
Oil Painting 9 a.m.
Zumba / Coffee w/ Friends 10 a.m. 30-Minute Zumba 10:30 a.m.
Cards 12 p.m.
Line Dancing 12:30 p.m. Out to Eat Bunch 4 p.m.
Tuesday
Ceramics 8:30 a.m.
Tai Chi for Arthritis / Quilting 9 a.m. Coffee w/ Friends 10 a.m. Pinochle 12:30 p.m.
Wednesday
Ceramics 8:30 a.m.
Win A Telescope
Entries will be accepted until November 30. Winners will be contacted on December 7.
NOVEMBER EVENTS “Striving To Make A Difference In People’s Lives”
21: Tree Lighting Ceremony 4:30-7:30pm
30: Last day to register for Boys Basketball ROY COMPLEX
24: Closed Happy Thanksgiving Nov 25: Open 12-6 pm. Last Chance To Enter!! All Events are FREE 12 royconnection.com | November 2022
Thursday
Oil Painting / Floor Yoga 8:30 a.m. Blood Pressure Clinic 8:30 a.m. Chair Yoga / Crochet Class 9:30 a.m.
Tea Time w/ Friends 10:30 a.m. Cards 12 p.m.
Friday
Arthritis Excercise / Coffee with Friends 10 a.m. Please continue to check at the front desk and our board for new Activities!
FUN THINGS TO DO
Nov 4: First Friday Art Stroll Historic 25th Street 6 - 9 p.m.
Nov 5: Hairy Horse Show - FREE Golden Spike Arena 9 a.m.
Nov 8: Utah Youth Rodeo - FREE Golden Spike Event Center 4:30 p.m. The Will Baxter Band/Tribute to Eric Clapton Peery’s Egyptian Theater 7:30 p.m.
Nov 11: Veterans Day - Hike up Coldwater Canyon and see "The Major" American flag in honor of our Veterans.
Nov 12: Decorate a Fall Gourd ($15) Ogden Nature Center 10 a.m.
Nov 14: The Greatest Showman ($7) Peery’s Egyptian Theater 7 p.m.
Nov 23: Christmas Tree Jubilee Eccles Conference Center 10 a.m. (Family Fun with Santa at 5 p.m.)
Nov 24: Happy Thanksgiving!
Nov 26: 5K Santa Run 25th St. 4:30 p.m. Holiday Electric Light Parade 5:30 p.m. Washington Blvd. (between 22nd-27th St.) Ceremony, Fireworks, & Christmas Village Lighting 6:30 p.m.
Nov 26 - Jan 1: Christmas Village Lights Downtown Ogden 5 p.m.
Happy Thanksgiving
Gandy Dancer Mercantile FREE Live Music Series
Friday & Saturday Nights
Nov 18: Ashberry Jam
Nov 19: Soul Shine
Nov 24: CLOSED Happy Thanksgiving!
Nov 25-26: Dixon Haze
Grab some friends and come enjoy some of the BEST musicians in town!
All Ages / 6 - 8 p.m. 3920 Washington Blvd.
Roy High is Excited to Welcome The
BAR
D
Christmas Concert
FRIDAY, DECEMBER 9TH, AT 7 P.M.
No, that is not a typo: The Bar D Wranglers come to us from Durango, Colorado. Danny Rogers, a former member of Bar J, has joined this band that has been around since 1969. Danny promises us that The Bar D Wranglers are just as entertaining as the Bar J, jokes and all!
Tickets go on sale Tuesday, November 1st on roy.wsd.net. Proceeds go towards Sub for Santa for the Roy Community.
DON'T MISS
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Students of the Month
Students will Succeed
Olivia Ray
“No growth without discomfort”
–Steven Ray (Olivia’s grandpa)
Awards: Academic all-region 3.98 GPA
Four years of lettering in tennis Third in region for varsity first singles Titles:
Royal Ladies Tennis Singles Team Captain Yearbook Editor
F.B.L.A. Vice President Member of N.H.S.
Talents and Hobbies:
Playing tennis, practicing photography, making jewelry, baking, having good sportsmanship, and being very friendly
Service Opportunities:
Church service projects
Made blankets for children's hospital
Made birthday gift bags for underprivileged kids
N.J.H.S./N.H.S. service projects Rolling silverware for the Senior Citizens' Thanksgiving Dinner
Da’Von Harvey
“Anything I do, I want to do it well.”
–Jermaine Cole
Awards: Utah Camp Elite MVP
Two time mid-west all-star game champions Dinner with the mayor Most likely to succeed Titles: Roy High football captain Talents & Hobbies Playing football Playing basketball Cooking Exemplifying a leader Being Intelligent Being CPR certified Service Opportunities: Youth football coach Sports aid
Special education tutor Mows lawns for elderly
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ALL
in Academics • Service • Leadership • Behavior • Inclusion
+ COMMUNITY Thank You to our Students of the Month sponsors Students of the Month receive $25 in cash
Ogden Blind Association
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AD Peery's Egyptian A need by family members to know the best way(s) to help the blind family member with his/her new life situation. A NONPROFIT ORGANIZATION OF BLIND AND SIGHTED VOLUNTEERS HELPING OTHERS IN THE BLIND COMMUNITY. OGDENASSOCIATIONOFTHEBLIND.ORG | 801-917-4830 THE HOPE CENTER: 5051 SOUTH 2000 WEST, ROY, UTAH Blindness and severe vision loss affect those of all genders, races, geographic areas, and socio-economic classes. We provide social, educational, and recreational activities for our members most months of the year. We provide Classes on adjusting to blindness including: • Meal Preparation • Housekeeping • Personal Care • Independent Living The CONCERNS AND NEEDS OF FAMILIES when first confronted with blindness or severe vision loss can generally be predicted. Some of these include: A need to understand the visual effects caused by the vision loss. A need to get information about available services and how to access them. Tickets: www.ogdenpet.com 801-689-8700 November 25th-28th At Peery’s Egyptian Theater in Ogden Connections 1/2 Ad.indd 1 10/11/22 1:08 PM
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Cameras & Lenses
BY MELISSA SPELTS
In 2019, Ryan and I talked about what kind of camera I would buy if we could afford it. I had a Sony A37 camera, and I used it for our business, for my kids' dance photos, and for my siblings’ family photos, etc. During this time, we had an employee who was an amazing local photographer, Jeremy Poorte. We had many conversations about cool nighttime pictures that he had taken over the previous weekend or of an eagle that dove down and caught a fish and how he was able to capture it. He has such an amazing understanding of cameras and lenses, so I always asked lots of questions. One day, he explained cameras in a way that helped me see that I was using the wrong camera for the types of photos that I most enjoyed taking.
In 2020, we decided to purchase a Canon Eos 6D Mark II camera from Farr’s Jewelry in downtown Ogden. This camera makes me smile every time I use it. It makes my photography pop in just the way I like, especially for my favorite types of photos, which are of people (primarily my family). I also signed up for one of Farr’s Jewelry photo classes, which was very helpful for me to learn to use my new camera. I also rent lenses to see if I like them before I consider buying them, which is great because they can get quite expensive.
I wanted to share with you what Jeremy taught me so that, if you are considering purchasing a new camera, you can know in which direction you should look. Choosing a camera brand can be overwhelming, so I hope this info will help
you as much as it did me. Jeremy said, “Ask yourself what kind of photos you like to take most.”
I was worried that switching brands and systems would be too hard. I thought I had to stay with Sony, which makes great cameras, but he assured me that lots of people switch systems. I was a Sony girl for a long time but found that Canon best fit the kind of pictures I love taking most. Here are the simple explanations he gave me for each brand and, though not all-inclusive, it might steer you in the direction of your next camera.
Canon: These cameras are geared towards portrait and sporting photos. They are wonderful at taking pictures of people and their activities, such as soccer games, baseball, play performances, etc. Cannon has a huge catalog of lens options. Cannon is known for great quality photos that can be printed and blown up. This camera handles shadows well and makes skin color look great. This is exactly what I wanted, and it has delivered on that promise.
Nikon: This brand is known for being really great at wildlife, outdoor scenery, and animals. My mom uses this one and always takes darling pictures of her grandkids and family, so it works well for that too.
Pentax: Benefits include amazing lenses, astrophotography, and great-quality photos. This is what Jeremy uses for his night photos, and he captures amazing photos.
Sony: These cameras tend to be more state-of-theart. Sony is a pioneer in technology that improves photography performance. The camera I had was mirrorless, which made for quick, quality capture. One negative with Sony is an adapter is needed if you want more lens options. Sony is working on competing with Canon and Nikon with better landscape, wildlife, and portrait photos but still does not have as many lens options. This is a great camera if you like technology and are not needing as many lenses. I loved my Sony.
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Olympus, Lumix, and Panasonic: These have smaller sensors, which can affect picture quality; however, some people really like how much lighter and smaller these brands are. Jeremy says he sees more senior photographers often choose these because they are so much easier to carry around. You could pick these if you wanted something that’s easier to carry with you but still takes quality pictures.
Recent Cell Phones: Phones like iPhone 12 & 13 are doing great things in the photography world. They can take amazing photos and sometimes even out-perform the top-of-the-line cameras if you are not as skilled with getting the lighting and settings right. They work well for social media; however, they are not as good for blowing up photos and printing them, and there is a limit to what they can capture. I often use my iPhone as a backup when I am taking photos indoors and I am not sure I have gotten the lighting right. You see photos in the magazine from both my Canon and my iPhone. Both work great in the right situation.
Lenses: There are so many lenses out there. I highly recommend renting lenses you are interested in at Farr’s Jewelry store before committing to one.
These are my go-to lenses: 24-105mm, 90mm (macro)
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IT'S NOT BACKED BY GOLD... IT IS GOLD!
BY RYAN SPELTS
What would happen if our financial system crashed? I hope it never does, but I also want to be prepared if it does. Even if the system didn’t fail but the dollar was diminished in value due to inflation like we are seeing now, it would be problematic. Our dollar lost its gold backing in 1971, so the only real value in the dollar is the faith we have in it as a society. So, how do we prepare for these possibilities? With gold!
The main problem with buying gold is that gold is such a valuable asset that it would be hard to buy your day-to-day needs with, even with gold coins. The average Gold American Eagle coin is 1oz. with a value today of about $1900. It would be hard to buy milk and eggs with that. I had a friend who would buy silver coins because they are so much more spendable in the long run. They are still worth $35.
An innovative company in Alpine, Utah, has been working hard to develop a secondary currency that is not backed by gold, but it actually is gold. Meet Goldbacks. Goldbacks are the first physical, fully-interchangeable,
gold money of the new millennium. Designed for small transactions, Goldbacks accommodate payments wherever recognized as an authorized medium of exchange or barter exchanges anywhere else worldwide.
♦ They are available in five convenient, interchangeable denominations: the 1, 5, 10, 25, and 50. One Goldback equals a thousandth of a troy ounce of fine gold.
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♦ Tougher than most currencies, Goldbacks survive circulation well, especially when handled with some degree of care.
♦ Goldbacks appreciate in value at the same rate as gold, so holding them presents no significant downside compared to other gold products.
♦ Each Goldback bears a unique serial number, coupled with six other anticounterfeiting security features.
♦ Like cash, Goldbacks can be easily spent at small businesses and for private transactions. On fast-track to ubiquity, during its first year of circulation, the Goldback is estimated to have found its way into the hands of hundreds of thousands of people worldwide.
So, whether you are interested in buying gold in case the worst should happen or just want to have gold in reserve that is spendable, Goldbacks are an amazing currency that can be used today and in the future. It is actual gold. Each Goldback denomination has a unique artist's rendering tied into the state of origin, in our case, Utah. They are beautiful and unique.
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Roy's Above and Beyond Local Organization Works to Curb Veteran Suicide
BY ADAM TINKLEPAUGH
Manyof us have known an Armed Forces veteran who struggled to find their way after returning home.
Though suicide can be real for anyone in our society, certain groups, like veterans, experience substantially higher rates of suicide than the general U.S. population. Citing a Department of Veteran’s Affairs: 2021 National Veteran Suicide Annual Prevention Report, the CDC stated that, out of the 130 suicides per day in 2019, 17 of those lives lost were veterans.
Operation Zero Utah started in 2015 with a single mission: zero veteran suicides. “We wanted to create a community of people for veterans to lean on,” said Austin Price, Operation Zero’s Head of Board of Directors.
Operation Zero Utah hosts suicide awareness events, all of which began with a raffle and their own money. What makes Operation Zero Utah uniquely helpful to veterans is its blend of board members that include one active duty member and three retired veterans who work alongside three other civilian volunteers.
All spend their time and energy to raise awareness about veteran suicide in our community. Everyone who works there is a volunteer with a full-time job. “Even those who aren’t military can really make a difference,” said Austin Price. Their most recent event was a car and bike show held at the Talisman Brewing Company, a veteran-owned business in Ogden. In the near future, Operation Zero Utah hopes to expand their ability to help veterans and their families by offering grants and scholarships. Having seen the demons that have overcome many of our veterans, Price said, “We provide them with ways to curb suicide numbers as much as we can.”
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BY CINDY JONES
Although 95-year-old former Marine Corps Rifleman John Cole didn’t speak about the Korean War for over 50 years, it’s an experience neither his mind nor his body will allow him to forget.
John joined the Marine Corps at age 17, received special weapons training, and served during WWII at the Naval Station in Bremerton, Washington. He worked as a prison guard at a prison known as “Naval Brig” and later worked under several Navy captains as a captain’s aide. During this time, John called his sweetheart, Donna, to join him, and the two were married at the chapel on the Naval base.
Toward the end of his WWII service, John joined the Marine Corps Reserve, which allowed him to leave his station two months early, in time to celebrate the holiday season with his family.
After North Korea invaded South Korea in 1950, United States military Reserves were called upon to help. John was called to Camp Pendleton for a brief training and arrived in Korea with the 3rd Battalion 5th Marines in November, 1950.
Upon arrival in North Korea, near the Chosin Reservoir, John was assigned to guide three other Marines as a fire team leader. John and his team, armed with automatic and semi-automatic weapons, had to survive for 17 days in foxholes they dug themselves, in high winds and below-zero temperatures. To keep his men from freezing to death, he made a rule that no one in his group was allowed to sleep more than two hours at a time.
Chinese soldiers, who were aiding the North Koreans, outnumbered U.N. troops nearly 15 to 1, encircled and attacked the division. In the violent blur of the same battle, the force of a grenade hit him from behind, tearing into his hip and back. A Chinese soldier attacked him with a knife, and another attacked him with a bayonet. Just as John knocked the bayonet to the side, the soldier fired his gun, hitting John in the right forearm.
After being injured, John was treated in a Japanese facility and spent over a year in a hospital in Vallejo, California. He had suffered extreme frostbite on both feet, both knees, both hands, and parts of his face. The damage from the frostbite, as well as the horrific battle he experienced, still haunts him today.
After the battle at Chosin, the remaining U.N. troops made their way up the Eastern coast to the sea to escape. They were followed by over 100,000 North Korean refugees. The Navy called two extra cargo ships to evacuate them to an island off of South Korea. Many refugees, their children, and grandchildren still live there today.
Roy Veteran JOHN COLE
John’s team was sent deep beyond enemy lines to gather information. On the trek through a rice paddy, hundreds of footprints on the dirt road left John feeling uneasy. He said he could “feel eyes on him” and sent one of his men to alert his platoon sergeant. It was soon apparent the entire division was outnumbered.
After his service in the Korean War, John left the military on a medical discharge and returned home to begin a life with his family again. He has enjoyed a 40-year career as a government employee. John and Donna had four sons and have been married for 76 years.
Since 2013, John has been working with the Utah Department of Veteran’s Affairs to ensure that all Utah veterans of the Korean War who fought in combat receive the Republic of South Korea’s Ambassador for Peace Medal.
We’re honored that John was willing to share his story with us. Thank you, John Cole, for your service, sacrifice, and continuing efforts to recognize Veterans of the Korean War.
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Lemon Meringue Pie
BY HAILEY RASMUSSEN
Adapted from allrecipes.com
Blueberry Sour Cream Pie
BY MELISSA SPELTS
Adapted from infinetaste.com
1 graham cracker crust (my adaptation)
Filling
¾ cup granulated sugar
1 cup sour cream
1 egg
1 tsp. vanilla
½ tsp. almond extract
1 Tbsp. lemon juice (freshly squeezed is best)
½ tsp. salt
2 Tbsp. flour
2 ½ cups blueberries
Crumble Topping
1 ½ Tbsp. cold butter
3 Tbsp. flour
2 Tbsp. sugar pinch of salt
1. Preheat oven to 400 degrees.
2. Mix together sugar, sour cream, egg, vanilla, almond extract, lemon juice, salt, and flour until smooth. Fold in blueberries. Pour into baked graham cracker pie crust.
3.Bake for 30 minutes.
4. While the pie is baking, prepare the crumble topping. We used our dough blender and cutter to mix the butter into the flour, but you can also use two knives. Once you have pea-sized butter in the flour mixture, stir in the sugar and salt.
5. After the pie bakes for 30 minutes, remove from the oven and add your crumble topping to the top. Bake for an additional 10 to 15 minutes. Cool completely before serving.
1 9-inch pie crust, baked
4 egg whites
6 tsp. white sugar
1 cup white sugar
2 Tbsp. all-purpose flour
3 Tbsp. cornstarch
1/4 tsp. salt
1 ½ cup water
2 lemons, juiced and zested
2 Tbsp. butter
4 egg yolks, beaten
1. Preheat the oven to 350 degrees.
2. Whip egg whites in a glass or metal bowl until foamy.
3.Add 6 Tbsp. of sugar gradually until stiff peaks form. Set aside while you make the lemon filling.
4. In a medium saucepan, mix together 1 cup of sugar, flour, cornstarch, and salt. Stir in water, lemon juice, and lemon zest. Cook over medium-high heat and stir frequently until it boils. Stir in butter.
5. Place egg yolks in a small bowl and gradually whisk in ½ cup of hot sugar mixture. Add it back to the saucepan and bring it to a boil while stirring constantly, until thick.
6. Remove from heat and pour into pie crust. Immediately top with the meringue and spread it so it seals against the pie crust.
TIP: Room temperature egg whites whip faster than cold egg whites.
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Pumpkin Cheesecake Pie
BY CINDY JONES
This pumpkin cheesecake, with its gingersnap pecan crust and light and fluffy filling, is the ultimate combination of autumn flavors, perfect for a fall gathering.
Crust
1 ½ cups ground gingersnap cookies
½ cup toasted pecans
1 stick (½ cup) unsalted butter, melted
Filling
¾ lb. cream cheese, softened
¾ cup white sugar
¾ cup packed brown sugar
5 large eggs
1 ½ cups canned pumpkin purée ¾ cup heavy cream
1 tsp. cinnamon
1. Preheat the oven to 325 degrees.
2. In a small bowl, combine the butter with the gingersnap cookie crumbs and pecans. Press into the bottom of a buttered 10-inch springform pan.
3. Bake for 10 minutes. Remove from the oven and let cool.
4. In a large bowl, on the low speed of an electric mixer, beat the cream cheese until smooth. Gradually add the sugars. Add the eggs, one at a time. Add the pumpkin purée and mix until blended, stopping to scrape the bowl frequently. Once blended, stir in the heavy cream and cinnamon.
5. Pour the batter on top of the prepared crust and set the pan on a baking sheet. Bake until the edges are set, about 1 hour.
6. At the end of the baking time, turn off the heat and, leaving the oven door slightly open, cool the pie in the oven for 1 hour before removing it. Cover and refrigerate for at least 12 hours or overnight.
7. Remove the pie from the refrigerator 15-20 minutes before cutting and serving. Top with whipping cream and enjoy!
Leftover Turkey Pot Pie
BY MELISSA SPELTS
One of my favorite things at Thanksgiving time is the leftovers: the turkey, cranberries, stuffing, and rolls. My mom always used all the leftovers for meals we ate while the family was still together. We’ve had soups, sandwiches, and all sorts of different meals. A few years ago, Ryan and I went to a sandwich shop in Las Vegas called Capriotti’s. They have a sandwich called the Bobbie. It is my favorite sandwich in all the world. It is turkey, stuffing, and cranberry sauce on a bun, and it is amazing. They call it Thanksgiving on a bun. They have one in Logan if you want to try. We decided to try that idea with a pot pie, and it’s delicious!
Crust
1 box (2 count) refrigerated pie crust
Filling turkey stuffing dried cranberries veggies gravy (see next column)
Gravy
⅓ cup butter
⅓ cup chopped onion
⅓ cup flour
½ tsp. salt
¼ tsp. pepper
1 can chicken broth
½ cup milk
1. Place 1 pie crust in a pie dish. Poke holes in the crust with a fork and cook in the oven at 450 degrees for 10-12 minutes.
2. In a sauce pan, melt butter over medium heat. Add onion; cook 2 minutes, stirring frequently until tender.
3. Stir in flour, salt, and pepper until well blended.
4. Gradually stir in broth and milk, cooking and stirring until bubbly and thickened.
5. Add gravy to your filling mixture and pour into your cooked pie crust. Spread out evenly.
6. Add the second pie crust to the top with holes cut.
7. Cook for 20 minutes with a foil cover over the outer crust and then remove the foil and cook for 15-20 minutes until the crust is golden brown.
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