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Davis girls swimming wins Region 1 Relays By Catherine Garrett c.garrett@mycityjournals.com
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‘IN HONOR OF OUR VETERANS’
VETERANS GIVE A 21-GUN SALUTE as part of a program at the Bountiful Veterans Park Nov. 11. More photos on page 2
Photo by Roger V. Tuttle
Cox honors ‘Greatest Generation’ of centenarian veterans
By Becky Ginos becky.g@davisjournal.com
SALT LAKE CITY—In honor of Veterans Day, Gov. Spencer Cox paid tribute in the Utah State Capitol rotunda to those centenarians in Utah who served their country with distinction. Six were present and more than 20 were not at the event but live throughout the state. “I’ve been given the privilege and opportunity to honor those who fought, sacrificed and wore the uniform of this great country,” said Cox. “Our forefathers threw off the shackles of the king and took on a great army.” Please see CENTENARIAN pg. 2
GOV. SPENCER COX presents Lee Anderson with a plaque honoring his service in WWII. Anderson is 102.
Photo by Becky Ginos
Davis School District reports to legislative committee on DOJ settlement agreement By Becky Ginos becky.g@davisjournal.com SALT LAKE CITY—The Davis School District (DSD) met with the Legislative Administrative Rules Review and General Oversight Committee at the Capitol on Monday, to give a review of what the district has been doing to fulfill the settlement with the Department of Justice (DOJ). The settlement came after a DOJ investigation into allegations of race discrimination against students in the district. The DOJ investigation concluded that there was widespread racebased harassment of students of color, specifically Black and Asian American students in the district. “I was retained by the Davis School District in 2021 to help with the settlePlease see DOJ pg. 10
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The Davis High girls swimming team won the Region 1 Relays Nov. 7 at Layton Surf ‘n Swim while the boys squad finished second. “This year, we combined relays with individual 100s and ended the night with two fun relays – a T-shirt relay where a T-shirt gets passed on to each swimmer who races with it, and a tube relay where a tube is pulled, pushed or dragged across the pool in a race,” said head coach Kit Barker. “It was a blast!” Those who won events for the Darts were Allie Allen (100 Individual Medley, 200 butterfly relay), Henry Barber (200 back relay), Jane Bassett (200 backstroke relay), Garrick Bench (200 back relay), Bryson Bernhardt (200 back relay), Adlen Groberg (200 freestyle relay, 200 back relay, 200 breaststroke relay), Micah Hale (200 free relay), Taylor Johnson (200 back relay), Maureen Karren (200 breast relay), Sam Landheim (100 fly), Julian Shaw (200 free relay, 200 breaststroke relay), Elsie Smith (200 fly relay, 200 breast relay), Lincoln Smith (200 back relay), Nahlia Stewart (100 Individual Medley, 200 free relay, 200 fly relay), Bo Stromberg (200 back relay) and Kate Whitlock (200 fly relay). Other top-three placers were Noah Arnell (second, 200 breast relay), Barber (second, 200 fly relay; third, 200 medley relay), Garrett Barker (second, 200 free relay; second, 100 free; third, 200 medley relay), Colin Bennett (second, 200 breast relay), Bernhardt (second, 200 free relay; second, 200 fly relay), Hale (second, 200 IM; third, 200 medley relay), Jonah Hender (second, 200 free relay; second, 200 fly relay), Landheim (second, 200 free relay; second, 200 fly relay; third, 100 free), Mason Simons (second, 200 breast relay; third, 200 medley relay), Logan Wong (second, 200 breast relay), Bassett (third, 100 back), Bench (third, 100 back; third, 100 IM), Karren (third, 200 medley relay, Shaw (third, 200 medley relay), Elsie Smith (third, 200 medley relay) and Lincoln Smith (third, 200 medley relay).
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(Left to right) SUPERINTENDENT DR. DAN LINFORD, Heidi Alder, legal consultant for the Davis School District, Assistant Superintendent Dr. Fidel Montero and Board of Education President Liz Mumford give a presentation to the Legislative Administrative Rules Review and General Oversight Committee at the Capitol on Monday. The discussion was about what the district has been doing to fulfill the settlement with the DOJ. Courtesy screenshot from the legislative committee hearing.
Freshman Elsie Crowell broke a school record in the 100 breast at the Region 1 Relays, touching the wall with a time of 1:17.33, “winning by a landslide,” according to head coach Stacy Edholm. “We are so excited to see more records come down this season with Elsie,” Edholm said. On the boys side, sophomore Will Scott had a personal-best swim in the 100 back in a time of 1:00.44, just beating Weber’s Easton Adams by two10ths of a second. “Will had some incredible swims and best times,” said Edholm. Other top-three finishes for the Phoenix squad were Crowell (second, Please see SWIMMING: pg. 7
We will never forget (ABOVE) VINTAGE PLANES FLY over the Park during the ceremony. (RIGHT) OBSERVERS PAY their respect by saluting or placing their hand over their heart as the flag was raised at the Bountiful Veterans Park on Saturday.
(FAR RIGHT) LIEUTENANT COLONEL (Ret.) Jay Hess speaks with fellow Military members. Photos by Roger V. Tuttle
CENTENARIAN: Continued from pg. 1
They were a ragtag group with no formal training who fought for liberty, he said. “Realizing that our rights don't come from a king or government but from God for life, liberty and the pursuit of happiness.” Cox said his wife Abby’s late grandfather was an inspiration for him. “He joined the Marines and was stationed in Alaska then went to Iwo Jima. It was a suicide mission. They had to remove the markers the enemy used to calibrate their artillery. There were snipers so the odds of returning home were slim.” He didn’t want his men to do it so he did it himself, said Cox. “He was shot through the chest and fell into a foxhole. He was presumed dead. His brother was also serving and he disobeyed a direct order not to go forward but miraculously he made it to the foxhole.” He (grandfather) was not quite dead but close, Cox said. “Through heroic efforts they both made it home. He was a student at USU and when other students saw him they thought they’d seen a ghost because everyone thought he’d died in battle.” Lee Anderson was at the Capitol with two of his sons. “He’s 102 and he’ll be back here in two years at 104,” said Ron Anderson. “He was in the 1st Fer-
ry Command (in the Army Air Corps during WWII). He flew planes all over. They wanted a pilot who could fly multiple planes.” Before Pearl Harbor he built planes at Lockheed. “He was 18 and his parents wouldn't sign for him to enlist.” Anderson said his father didn’t talk much about the war. “They all did their duty and then got out.” Other honorees were: Phyllis Ockerman; Darold William (Bill) Skenandore; Esther Orr; Elden Taylor and Alice Telford. According to her biography, “Alice is a Centenarian Gold Star Mother. As a Gold Star Mother, she bore the immense sacrifice of losing her son, John W. Telford, who was killed in action in the Vietnam War. Additionally, as a young woman, Alice contributed to the war effort by working as a riveter during WWII, skillfully assembling essential aircraft and equipment, which played a pivotal role in securing victory. Her unwavering commitment to both her family and her country embodies the spirit of the Greatest Generation.” The Governor presented each veteran with a plaque honoring their service. These are stories that need to be
VETERAN ELDEN TAYLOR shakes the Governor’s hand at a ceremony held at the Capitol last week.
Photo by Becky Ginos
told, he said. “We need to continue to talk about the greatest generation and make sure we create another greatest generation. We’re honoring you. We’re learning from you. We are forever in your debt. The 3.3 million people in
Utah thank you. Nothing we do or say can ever repay you for your service and sacrifice so that we can enjoy life, liberty and the pursuit of happiness every day because of you.” l
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BLAST FROM NEWS BRIEFS THE PAST News stories from yesteryear in Davis County Compiled by Braden Nelsen
1923
Annual poultry exhibit to be holed in Bountiful
The annual poultry show of the Davis County Poultry Association is scheduled to be held at the Armory Hall in Bountiful from December 17th to 20th inclusive. This is usually quite an event. The poultry business is of great importance to this county. Many a home is at least partially supplied with groceries and other necessities by the eggs produced on the place.
1933
Soup kitchen at Stoker school is completed
The P.T.A. wish to announce to the public that the kitchen in the Stoker school has been completed. Cupboards have been repaired, walls white-washed and tables and benches to seat seventy-five children have been installed. New bowls are being purchased and hot lunches will be served for ten cents a week per child. Mrs. Barry Wride is the cook this year. The P.T.A. will make their membership drive next week; they are anxious to enroll every parent in the organization.
1943
Layton canteen mails 150 Christmas cards
The Layton Red Cross canteen has just completed the mailing of 150 Christmas cards to Layton and West Layton men serving in the armed forces, according to Miss Gern Simmons, vice president of the canteen. Miss Norine Call, Davis High School instructor and a canteen worker, was in charge of the project. The canteen was organized several months ago under the direction of Mrs. Herbert J. Barnes of Kaysville.
1953
Turkey Shoot
Everywhere you go these days folks are talking about the Bountiful Lions Club annual Turkey shoot – when? Yeh! Sure, that’s on Sunday, Nov. 22nd and there are at least a dozen different ways you can win a turkey, whether you shoot or not, and it’s a barrel of fun.
You know folks this is sure to be the biggest shoot in the west and the men on the (inside) tell me there will be a free turkey every hour, and as a grand prize a Deep Freeze full of beef for someone.
1963
Farmington will lose old light plant
For the second time in the space of a few months, Farmington will lose an old landmark. The remaining walls of the old Utah Power and Light Company building in Farmington Canyon will fall before the hands of a demolition crew this Friday. The total destruction of this building will make room for much needed road improvements and will also serve as a practice field in demolition for personnel of the Wasatch, Cache and Uinta National Forests.
1973
500 South light costs prove heavier than anticipated
You’ve heard of borrowing from Peter to pay Paul, now 5th South Street is borrowing from 2600 South Street. The Davis County Commission told Bountiful that it was okay, but that 2600 South is still a major priority with both the county and Bountiful. City Engineer Jack Balling told the commission that 5th South was originally estimated as a $240,000 project but the current obligation is $312,000. “There are always additional costs,” he says, “but we can’t tell ahead what they will be.”
1983
BOUNTIFUL—A major revitalization and redevelopment plan for downtown Bountiful has been proposed to local merchants and downtown property owners and will be unveiled to the public tonight. There will be a public disclosure of the proposed redevelopment project at 7 p.m. (Wednesday) in the Council Chambers of the Bountiful City Hall. The Proposal – emphasized as “a proposal” and not “the only proposal” – will include revitalizing the downtown area between 100 South and 100 North on both sides of Main Street.
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Nov. 20-26 Through Dec. 23 Bountiful Davis Art Center, 90 N. Main Street
Bountiful Tree Lighting Ceremony
Monday, Nov. 20, 6-8 p.m. Bountiful Post Office, 20 S. Main Street
Layton City’s “Lights Before Christmas”
Monday, Nov. 20 6 p.m. - Elementary school choirs, Layton High School Auditorium 7 p.m. - Lights are turned on at Layton Commons Park, Constitution Circle 465 N. Wasatch Drive
Captain Create Thanksgiving Food, Fun, and Reading
For kids in Pre-K through first grade Wednesday, Nov. 22, 10-11:30 a.m. USU Extension - Davis County Office, Kaysville 80 E. 725 South, Room 133
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A 16-year-old juvenile suspected of shooting another man in an apparent road rage incident on the causeway of Antelope Island State Park last week was taken into custody shortly after. At 1:36 p.m. on Nov. 8, dispatch received a report of a road rage incident. Davis County Sheriff’s Deputies responded six minutes later and found a man in his 50s with a gunshot wound. Responding deputies provided life-saving care before AirMed arrived and transported the victim to a nearby hospital in stable condition, authorities said. The suspect fled on foot and was able to hide under brush and evade responding deputies. A helicopter with the Utah Department of Public Safety was able to locate the suspect and he was taken into custody. The case remains under investigation.
Downtowners see a proposal
CALENDAR OF EVENTS Winter Art Market
Teen arrested in shooting on Antelope Island
Santa’s Arrival at Station Park
Friday, Nov. 24 Celebration starts at 3 p.m. Santa arrives at 5 p.m. at Fountain Square Station Park, 140 N. Union Ave., Farmington
Utah Ukulele Association Jam Session
Saturday, Nov 25, 10 a.m. Carriage Crossing Clubhouse, 650 S. Main Street, Bountiful
Centerville Friends Holiday Boutique
Saturday, Nov. 25, 1:30-5:30 p.m. Backstage Performing Arts, 803 N. 1250 West
Cori Connors Holiday Concert
Saturday, Nov. 25, 7 p.m. $20-$25 Farmington Arts Center, 120 S. Main Street Send event info to peri.k@davisjournal.com for inclusion in the Davis Journal community calendar.
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Police Department was asked to conduct the criminal investigation. “We appreciate their thoroughness and their willingness to help,” he said. “We also respect the decisions made by the Davis County Attorney’s Office. Since the inception of our K9 program in 2009, our K9s, like any of our deputies, are valued, loved, and respected, and we are deeply saddened by what’s occurred.”
Ruby Bridges Walk to School Day Mayor Tami Tran with Kaysville Police officers and the Davis County Sheriff’s Office deputies stand together after participating in the Ruby Bridges Walk to School Day organized by Creekside Elementary School. Ruby was the first African American child to attend a formerly whites-only elementary school in Louisiana during the New Orleans school desegregation crisis on Nov. 14, 1960, according to a KPD Facebook post. “We were happy to share our support in this great event!”
DCSO officer charged with assault of police K9 Davis County Sheriff’s Office K9 handler, Cpl. Timothy Robinson was charged by the Davis County Attorney’s Office with a class A misdemeanor last week in relation to an incident that took place in August 2023. According to the Sheriff’s Office, Robinson is accused of striking or assaulting his police service animal, K9 Rolf during a routine training exercise with other law enforcement officers present. Following the incident, his actions were reported to the Davis County Sheriff’s Office. “We took swift action to ensure Rolf was immediately taken into the care and custody of Animal Care of Davis County, where he received an evaluation,” a press release said. “Cpl. Robinson was immediately relieved of duty and placed on administrative leave. Rolf has since been returned to our office and has been reassigned to a different deputy.” “Rolf has been a member of our family for the past three years,” said Sheriff Kelly V. Sparks in the release. “Immediately following the accusations, our priority was to ensure that Rolf was safe. We hold our law enforcement officers to a higher standard, and news of this alleged incident has caused much distress to our office and our K9 program. Our priority right now is to ensure that Rolf is given an opportunity to thrive with a new handler and continue his valued service to Davis County.” An internal investigation is active and ongoing, and Robinson, a 10-year veteran of the Sheriff’s Office, remains on administrative leave, Sparks said. To avoid any conflict of interest, the Bountiful
WXPD K9 recovering from surgery Woods Cross Police K9 Ranger returned to duty over the weekend after having emergency surgery to remove his spleen on Oct. 28. Ranger spent the night in the hospital then went home with his handler Sgt. Boyle to recover. “We would like to express our thanks to the staff at Advanced Veterinary Care in Salt Lake for the amazing care they provided to our little guy,” a WXPD Facebook post said.
Volunteers needed for DC ‘Point in Time Count’ The Point in Time Count is an annual count of people experiencing homelessness who are living on the streets and volunteers are needed to help with the project. Volunteers will work in teams to seek out and interview individuals in order to connect them with available resources. The count takes place Jan. 25-Jan. 27 from 3:30 a.m.-7:30 a.m. Volunteer training will be held Jan. 23 from 6-7 p.m. at Layton Intermountain Hospital. Volunteer registration closes Jan. 12. For more information call 801-7714642 ext. 314.
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OPINION
The opinions stated in these articles are solely those of the authors and not of the Davis Journal.
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tatistics can be enlightening, but they can also be deceiving. Rankings and comparisons, for instance, are only as good as the information analyzed, just as an omelet will taste differently depending on the ingredients poured into the pan. Last week, for example, national ranking placed Utah in 15th place in the U.S. for satisfactory/enjoyable living. Which states finished at the top? Massachusetts and New Jersey! Really, New Jersey? With the exception of Bruce Springsteen, have you ever heard anybody wishing they lived in New Jersey? As for Massachusetts, it’s probably a wonderful place to live if you can afford beachfront property like the Kennedys or cuddle up during the cold winters in a brownstone near Harvard University, but the state lacks Utah’s vibrant economy. Would you rather live near an abandoned shoe factory or a bustling Silicon Slopes business? Here are some interesting statis-
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tical examples and about the high level ways to perceive of mercury in seathem: food. Yes, her statisBY BRYAN GRAY A government tics are correct. But report noted that the a 150-pound person most high-income would have to eat county in the U.S. was 105 pound of tilapia each Teton County, Wyoming week or more than sev(Jackson Hole). What it en pounds of salmon to hit didn’t say was that the high the mercury threshold she is incomes are derived from worried about. To do that, a only 13% of the residents, the person would essentially have to uber-rich. Most of the othlive at a Red Lobster restauer 87% are cooks, nurses, rant. teachers, bus drivers, What Utah City has and retail clerks who the highest poverty rate? don’t own private jets Gee, it’s Provo. But or live in ski chalets. its low earning rate is Think of it this way… directly connected to if Elon Musk moved the larger number of into your neighbornon-employed or parthood, your entire block time employed college would have the highest students at BYU and Utah income of any street in the Valley University. If you country!) lived on a block where every famA friend of mine is concerned ily had four to five young children, the
average per-person income would fall off the charts too. Then there is the survey conducted among 7,500 commuters that found a morning cup of coffee was preferable to sex. In the same survey, more than one in every five said they couldn’t even get out of bed without a morning cup. How does this work? Do they sleep next to a Mr. Coffee machine or keep a thermos in their bed? The bottom line is that we should not always be overreacting to statistical findings without understanding all the research. And getting back to the statistic on people favoring coffee over romance… statistically speaking that means the Democrats best bet of winning the 2024 election is to nominate a barista. Bryan Gray, a longtime Davis County resident, is a former school teacher and has been a columnist for more than 26 years in newspapers along the Wasatch Front. l
able us to touch the Trusting yourJOHN WATERBURY lives of others. They self means making unify and strengthmistakes, learning en everyone who is from them, and rising touched by them. above them. MisThese gifts are not takes are not signs of just for our own use alone. inadequacy, but are a natuSometimes we simply don’t ral part of living and learntrust ourselves to do so. ing. Trusting yourself is an Life seems to provide us essential preparatory step for with a wealth of experience, managing the trials and chaland experience is a power that lenges in life. Without it, there guides and directs our would be hesitancy, destinies. It teaches mistrust, and ultimatethat in one way or anly, a lesser degree of other, we have always happiness. Trusting managed everything yourself means althat has happened to lowing yourself to be us in the past, and it alone, without the fear gives us the confidence that you’ll be lonely to believe that we will forever; and allowing always be able to do so yourself to be involved in the future. But to be with others, without able to do so requires having the fear that that we must learn to you’ll lose yourself in trust ourselves. For the relationship. unless we trust ourselves, it is virtualTrusting yourself makes it possible ly impossible to trust anyone else. And to trust others, and that makes it possiyet, trusting yourself goes far beyond ble to love them. In essence, trusting that simple concept. It means acceptyourself means having the courage to ing the present moment for what it is, outgrow your previous self. Trusting even though we don’t know for certain yourself means not waiting for an inviwhat may happen in the future. Trusttation to participate in life. All too freing yourself means allowing others to quently, we allow the reactions of othsay what they may say, without feeling ers to determine the choices we make. like you have to decipher all the hidWhile this provides a sort of comfort den messages behind what they may and predictability, it impairs our ability say. Trusting yourself means accepting to take charge of life. And once this yourself for what you really are, and pattern becomes deeply embedded, it having the confidence to believe that becomes difficult to break. For that what you really are is what you will which becomes familiar becomes norbecome. What this means is that your mal, even if normal is painful and limreal worth is something that far exceeds iting. even your wildest imagination. Trusting yourself means developTrusting yourself means accepting ing an attitude of gratitude. This makes the fact that happiness is not an illusion, it possible to appreciate both the posinor is it illusive, or beyond your reach. tive and the painful experiences in life, Happiness is a natural bi-product of to benefit from the lessons they teach, trusting yourself. Trusting yourself and to grow from the maturity and inmeans setting limits with yourself, setsights they leave behind. Specifically, ting boundaries with others, and setting it is not happiness that makes us graterealistic expectations, both for yourself ful, but it is an attitude of gratitude and others. that makes us happy. Trusting your-
self means recognizing that you are a part of everyone and everything. You are not separate. You are never alone. It is fear that makes you think you are alone. Trusting yourself means accepting the fact that while life comes with uncertainty and anxiety, it also comes with the tools to manage them and to rise above them. Trusting yourself does not mean having a fortress that protects you from all unfortunate events, but rather it provides the freedom and peace of mind to be able to face problems and difficulties with confidence and equanimity. Trusting yourself means allowing yourself to dream, to rise above the limitations of your limitations, to visualize who you are becoming, and to take an active part in the creation of that person. Trusting yourself means knowing the difference between your inner child and the adult. Both are significant parts of who you are. When you feel the inner child part of yourself, with all the feelings of helplessness and hopelessness, and when the old tapes try to convince you that you are not big enough, and when fear tries to overwhelm you and tell you that something terrible is about to happen, remember – you’re grown-up now. And finally, continue to remind yourself that trusting yourself means forgiving, both yourself and those who failed to appreciate who you really were. Forgiving others doesn’t let them off the hook. It allows you to move on with your life in spite of them. Trusting yourself means forgiveness, and forgiveness means freedom.
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truggles, dysfunction and difficulties may attach themselves to our lives but they do not determine who we are. They may appear to be intimidating and fearful, even limiting, but they ultimately are beneficial. They force us to examine where we’ve been, where we are, and what we hope to accomplish by managing or overcoming such self-defeating patterns. Nothing is a more effective educational technique than finding ourselves in a painful and self-limiting course. Eventually the pain will lead us to ask three basic questions: “Why am I choosing to remain on this course, what am I getting from it, and what do I want for the future?” The principles seem to be very clear: Pain causes Change, Change causes Growth, and Growth causes Insight. The odds for success in this continuum are undeniable. Eventually, we will want something better. If not now, then later; until eventually, “later” becomes “now.” It’s just a matter of time, no matter how long we have put life on hold; no matter how far we have wandered. Don’t give up and don’t give in. We’ve been prepared to be a blessing in the lives of others. Don’t be intimidated by fear, for fear is simply one type of adversity, and adversity will make us stronger. Don’t live in the past. Fear not. Only believe. Remember who we are. We may seem to be “failing” but we’re not going to “fail!” Adversity is not a curse. In fact, it is often in the midst of adversity that we develop our strengths. So, don’t become intimidated. In life we are either a light or a shadow: a guide that assists others in discovering the path, or merely part of the confusion and darkness. This is a developmental process that often stops and starts and changes direction numerous times. As a result of this process, we develop a variety of gifts that we take with us throughout life. While some people seem to have more of these gifts than others, it would appear that the specific gifts we have are the necessary prerequisites which en-
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Prestigious Alfred University Dean visits Northridge High ceramics classes By Becky Ginos becky.g@davisjournal.com LAYTON—Students in Kyle Guymon’s ceramics classes at Northridge High had a special visitor last week from Alfred University, one of the nation's top undergraduate ceramics programs. Maria Bentley, Assistant Dean came to Guymon’s classes to see what he has been doing to have students who produce the work they do year after year. “This past year I had one of the most talented, driven and hardest working students I have ever had,” said Guymon. “They entered pieces into the Eccles Northern Utah state show, Springville state show and the K12 National show. Northridge High ceramics students last year won 18 awards, seven scholarships, a kiln, and pottery wheel, with a total monetary value of $282,744.” Guymon has been teaching ceramics at Northridge for 15 years. “Over those years my students have gotten into district, state and national shows, winning awards, scholarships, being published in a national magazine, being state sterling scholar finalists and one student winning state sterling scholar.” He has also received several awards; the Richard Notkin teaching award, the Daniel Rhodes teaching award, Superintendent Recognition of Excellence in Visual Arts award, the NCECA Board Regina Brown K1 National show national ceramic educator of the year award, Diamondcore tools teaching award, and the Utah Art Educator of the year award
for the 2022/23 school year from UAEA (Utah Arts Education Association). At the K-12 National show Northridge had eight pieces out of the 150 pieces selected into the show, he said. “Northridge had the most pieces selected into the show out of any school and we won the most awards and scholarships.” Guymon said he first met representatives from Alfred University at the NCECA (National Council on Education for the Ceramic Arts). “Over the past five to six years I have had five students win $130,000 scholarships to Alfred University totaling over $650,000. I have heard about and known about Alfred University ever since I was in college.” The school was founded in 1863, he said. “It has been around longer than Utah has officially been a state. It is in upstate New York a little ways outside of Buffalo.” The legacy, foundation and alumni that have come out of that school stretches centuries, said Guymon. “It is the number one program for undergraduate ceramics in the nation. This is the first time that they have ever come out to do an official visit here.” “I’ve known Kyle for three or four years,” said Bentley. “I’ve kept a connection and followed his students, seeing how they’ve progressed and also the awards they’ve won. Watching that progression has been fantastic.” What makes a program special is the educators, she said. “You can have a topnotch program and equipment but if you
A NORTHRIDGE HIGH student works on her ceramic piece in Kyle Guymon’s class. Students in his class have received top awards and scholarships.
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don’t have an educator to pull inquisitiveness out of students it’s just equipment.” That’s what Kyle brings to the classroom, Bentley said. “He’s really challenging his students to go larger and think about who they are and how they want to go about sharing their voice. The students are also challenging each other.” “I have been very fortunate to have as talented students as I have, they make
my job easy at times but also very challenging because they keep pushing me to help them achieve their end goals,” said Guymon. “This is an amazing opportunity for my students, Northridge high and Davis School district to have her come here from New York for an official visit like this.” “For the last seven years I have visited schools throughout the country,” said Bentley. “I would say this one is one of the top schools I’ve visited.” l
Winter Art Market promises amazing new experience By Braden Nelsen braden.n@davisjournal.com BOUNTIFUL—Visiting art galleries has been a pastime of many people for centuries. It’s a great way to expand one’s horizons and experience life through a new lens. However, for many, that art remains hanging in the gallery, due to cost, but the Bountiful Davis Art Center (BDAC) is bringing back the Winter Art Market, and making art much more accessible in more ways than just one. Bren Larsen, Exhibitions Director at the BDAC, and Holly Yocum, Interim Executive Director shared just a few of the things that make the 2023 Winter Art Market different from years past. For starters, visitors to the market will have the opportunity to browse through booths from 60 different vendors, many more than in the past, due to an overwhelmingly positive response. “We had to turn people away,” said Larsen, estimating that they had somewhere between 80-90 applicants. As such, visitors to the market can be assured that each booth and each vendor at the market is specifically curated for the market, for the region, and for the patron. What’s more, “everyone is local,” said Yocum, as Larsen emphasized that this year, the market will be “abundant and cozy.” An art market, however, can conjure up a cascade of dollar signs in the minds of many, but Yocum and Larsen shared another way the BDAC Winter Art Market is different. In an effort to ensure that there is really something at the market for everyone, the BDAC has made sure that there’s a cap on how much each vendor can charge, meaning that there will be something in everyone’s price range this year. There’s really no better time, either, Yocum said, with the holidays right around the corner, the Winter Art Market provides “something unique
THE WINTER ART MARKET and Gingerbread Festival are back.
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and different” for people to buy as gifts for loved ones. With no booth fees, and the BDAC just taking a small commission, it’s really the arts helping the arts, and, in Larsen’s words, “empowering to give artists a place to showcase their work.” With help from sponsors like Pathway Associates, it’s bound to be an outstanding event, including one-of-a-kind ornaments being made specifically for the event by each vendor. That’s not all that’s on the docket for the holiday season at the BDAC either. Longtime residents will be excited to hear that the
Gingerbread house competition is making a comeback this year, sponsored by Lindquist Mortuary, and the city of Bountiful itself, using money from the RAP tax. “We are so grateful,” said Yocum when speaking about the sponsors this year. The event itself promises to be something special as well, thanks to the efforts of the BDAC staff, and their sponsors. As in years past, residents of all ages will be encouraged to submit their creative gingerbread designs to the competition which, this year, will be judged by the Bountiful City Mayor, and members of the City Council. For those still wanting to compete, but who are a little less than confident working in the gingerbread medium, there is hope. Two courses, taught by gingerbread artisan Emily Farmer will be offered, one on Nov. 25, and the other on Nov. 28. Houses created during these workshops will be eligible for submission. Despite a prominent location right on Main Street, “Not everyone knows the BDAC is here,” said Yocum, adding that they hope the Winter Art Market begins to change that. “There’s really nothing quite like it in Davis County.” Both events will certainly offer an opportunity to kick off the holiday season here in Davis. While these events will be run simultaneously, the timing for each varies. The Winter Art Market will kick off with a party the evening of Nov. 17, with live music, food, and more, and will run during regular operating hours, Tuesday through Friday, 10 a.m. to 6 p.m., and Saturdays from noon to 5 p.m. The Gingerbread Festival, however, will start Dec. 2, 10 a.m. to 2 p.m., with the houses on display from Dec. 2 through Dec. 9. More details on both the Winter Art Market, the entire list of vendors, as well as details on the Gingerbread Festival are available at the website for the BDAC at https://www.bdac.org, or on their social media channels. l
Keep a good thing going. This Open Enrollment, choose a plan that includes Holy Cross Hospital – Davis. When it comes to health care, the choices you make really can make a difference. If you’re comparing health plans this Open Enrollment season, consider the advantages of a plan that keeps you connected to Holy Cross Hospital – Davis. Choosing access to your local CommonSpirit Holy Cross Hospital means you’re choosing to continue seeing the physicians and providers you know and trust all while continuing to receive high-quality primary and specialty care, as well as a broad range of medical services, close to home. Learn how to keep Holy Cross Hospital - Davis and other CommonSpirit Health locations in your care network at holycrossutah.org/healthplans.
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THERE’S SOMETHING FOR ATTENDEES of all ages at the Crystal Festival.
WITH A FOCUS ON EDUCATION, residents are sure to take home more than a souvenir or two.
The Crystal Festival ‘rocks’ Davis Courtesy photos
By Braden Nelsen braden.n@davisjournal.com LAYTON—It can be difficult pursuing new interests at any age, especially as an adult. Many times, communities can be tight-knit, and reluctant to let in newcomers, but Adrienne McElwain the Crystal Barista, and driving force behind the Crystal Festival says that’s not the case with their organization. An expert in the subject, McElwain got her start at 8 years old, spending countless hours in her dad’s rock shop, which he ran until he retired in 2018. Though McElwain didn’t run the shop after her father, she and her siblings have kept the legacy alive: in addition to geology classes, McElwain has traveled across the world seeking out different
rocks, minerals, and crystals, and has met many people who share that same passion. “It started as a trunk show 14 years ago,” said McElwain, explaining how the original idea was to come together as a group of people with a shared interest in rocks, minerals, crystals, fossils, and more, to exchange ideas, show off their art, and learn more from one another. Over the years, the show progressed and grew more and more, and McElwain and her friends knew that it was time to expand. It was in 2019, just prior to the worldwide pandemic, that McElwain was attending an event at the Davis Conference Center in Layton when she voiced out loud, “I wonder how much this building is (to rent)?” As fate would
Managing Grief in the Holidays By William G. Hoy
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olidays in grief can be particularly challenging with familiar and sentimental sights, sounds, and smells reminding us our loved one is not here. Because this period of the year is built around relationships, a death in the family can make these weeks very difficult. But rather than attempt to just “grope our way” through these special days, there are ways to grow personally through the holidays as grief becomes transformative for us. Saying goodbye to a loved one is anything but easy, especially if well-meaning friends and family members expect you to just “get on with your life.” Allow time and space for grieving and crying this holiday season. Keeping a journal can provide a vital opportunity for reflection during the holidays. These weeks will not be the same as before because of the “empty chair” at the table so the pain is inevitable. A list of favorite holiday activities might be quite lengthy but make that list anyway. The list might include many holiday traditions such when the house is decorated, when and where worship takes place, and in whose home the family meals are shared. Though it is impossible to do everything “just like when Mom was here,” you can evaluate what you do for the holidays and determine, with your family’s help, which of those traditions you want to preserve. In evaluating holiday traditions, consider creating something new. Lighting a special candle, purchasing a unique holiday decoration, providing gifts to a needy family, or hosting an international student can become meaningful holiday traditions. Well-meaning friends or family may want you to attend parties and gatherings, hoping to “cheer you up” but take control of your schedule and do only as much celebrating as you feel ready to do. Choosing which events to participate in acknowledges that grief is a tiring experience. Even under the best of circumstances, holidays can be taxing so attempting to attend every event, party, or celebration may bring about total exhaustion. Instead, say “no” to some well-intentioned invitations. Simply remind friends, “My energy level hasn’t returned to where it was before he died; thank you for understanding my need to decline.” Pay close attention to physical well-being, too. Adequate rest, good nutrition, and moderate exercise is essential for the grief process. Lean meats with fresh fruits and vegetables are better choices than sugar- and fat-laden treats. If your health care provider approves, a brisk walk or other moderate exercise can help you feel better physically and emotionally. And eating a healthy diet coupled with moderate exercise is a remedy for insomnia for many mourners. Be sure to consider the spiritual aspects of life, too. Because holidays have spiritual roots make sure to include time for worship and reflection during this period. Volunteering to help others or making a memorial contribution is a meaningful way to put feet to faith during the holiday season. While it is inevitable to face pain at the holidays, following these suggestions can help bereaved individuals and families find transformative growth during this special season of the year. William G. Hoy is educational consultant to Larkin Mortuaries in Salt Lake City. Following a career of care for the dying and bereaved for a Long Beach, California-based hospice program, since 2012, Dr. Hoy has been Clinical Professor of Medical Humanities at Baylor University in Waco, Texas.
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have it, the manager of the building was standing right nearby and answered her question right away. Before she left, McElwain had a signed contract, and the event was planned. “It was a little bit scary the first year,” she said, with the pandemic, many things were being shut down, and they weren’t sure if it was actually going to happen. Fortunately, the event went off without a hitch, and was extremely well attended due in part, according to McElwain, because it was “the only thing going on at the time.” Obviously, however, there was much more to it than that, as the show has only grown since then. Now, McElwain and her associates host 10 shows a year all around the region, ranging from Davis to Reno, to Colorado Springs, Moab, and more. While the shows have great opportunities for collectors, with over 70 vendors at the Davis event, McElwain says that now, “the big focus is on education,” and she and her friends are serious about that focus. Alongside the outstanding vendors
at the event, McElwain says that attendees will also be able to find free classes, and field trips to claims and locations around the region in which they can get hands-on experience, and learn more about the fascinating world of rocks, minerals, and crystals. It’s a fantastic place to get started in a hobby, or even a profession says McElwain, “Don’t be intimidated.” There promises to be a little something for everyone at the Crystal Festival this weekend – displays and vendors will be showing everything from Crystal healing, and rock and crystal jewelry to authentic fossils, and dinosaur bones from the region made famous for producing the fossilized skeleton of Sue, the Tyrannosaurus Rex. The kids won’t be left behind either, with opportunities for gold panning, and fossil hunting, it will certainly be an event for the whole family. The Crystal Festival is a free event and will be held at the Davis Conference Center in Layton on Nov. 18 and 19 from 10 a.m. to 8 p.m. l
VHS presents ‘The 39 Steps’ By Owen Stephens Davis Journal intern
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iew High School has a very talented theatre department and they host many plays. The play they are currently hosting is called “39 Steps.” The plot is very interesting. The premise of the play is a gentleman with a boring life meets a woman with a thick and heavy accent who claims she's a spy. When he ends up taking her home, she
is shockingly killed. Soon, a mysterious organization called “The 39 Steps” is hot on the man’s trail in a nationwide manhunt that ends in a death-defying finale. “The 39 Steps” plays Nov. 17 at 7 p.m., Nov. 18 at 2 p.m. and 7 p.m. and Nov. 20 at 7 p.m. Tickets are available online at https://davisk12ut.hometownticketing. com/embed/all?schools=45. Proceeds from the ticket sales go to support the Viewmont Theater Department. l
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Redhawks make remarkable run to 5A state title game
By Josh McFadden joshm@mycityjournals.com
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hen you’re a 10th-seeded team in the state tournament, not a whole lot is expected of you. But don’t tell that to the Bountiful football team. The Redhawks advanced to the Class 5A championship despite being seeded 10th and facing a pair of high-seeded teams along the way. Bountiful might not have won its region, but it showed in the postseason that it was playing like one of 5A’s top teams. Bountiful’s march to the state title game began with a pair of blowouts in the state tournament. The first triumph wasn’t as much of a shock as the second. The Redhawks opened up with a first-round rout of Cedar Valley, the 23rd-seeded team, 51-7 on Oct. 20. In that contest, Bountiful broke an early 7-7 tie by scoring the final 44 points. Siaki Fekitoa had touchdown runs of 7, 56 and 8 yards, while teammate Faletau Satuala had TD receptions from Emerson Geilman of 61 and 8 yards – all in the first half. Up 34-7 at halftime, Bountiful tacked on 17 more points in the second half. Fekitoa had a huge outing, amassing 178 yards and three touchdowns on 15 carries. Geilman had 271 yards passing on 12 of 15 attempts, tossing three TDs. Brandon Wilkinson caught three passes for 100 yards and a score. Both of Satuala’s catches were touchdowns. Things figured to be much tougher in round two when Bountiful faced Region 4 champion Granger on the road Oct. 27. The Lancers brought a high-powered offense into the matchup but found no luck getting on the scoreboard against the Redhawks. Bountiful held Granger to just 151 yards of offense in a 42-0 shutout. Bountiful registered six sacks and picked off two passes, one each by Britton Tidwell and Satuala. Offensively, the Redhawks got a productive day from Fekitoa once again, as the sophomore sensation rushed for 124 yards and three touchdowns on only nine carries. Geilman completed 13 of 17 passes for 186 yards. Things got really interesting in the quarterfinals. On Nov. 3 at No. 2 seed Springville, the Redhawks won in a thriller, 36-35 in overtime. The seesaw game saw one team answer the other’s score throughout the night. Bountiful didn’t lead in regulation, and Springville never led by more than seven points. Fekitoa’s 6-yard touchdown run with 1:03 left in regulation, along with a successful point after from Landon Zayas, knotted the score at 28-28. It was Fekitoa’s third touchdown run of the game. A successful gamble in overtime won the game for Bountiful. Following a Springville touchdown in the extra session, Satuala scored his second touchdown of the game when he ran across the goal line from 11 yards out. Now down 35-34, Bountiful could either kick the point after and tie the game at 35-35, forcing another overtime, or end the game with a victorious two-point conversion. The Redhawks chose to be daring and go for two. Success meant a trip to the semifinals; coming up short would end the season for Bountiful. Thanks to Geilman and his blockers, Bountiful lived to play another week. Geilman ran into the end zone, securing a 36-35 win. The quarterback had 210 yards passing on the day, completing four passes to Jacob Brooks for 54 yards. Fekitoa had 72 yards rushing in addition to his three scores. Brigham Morrison and
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200 free relay), Heidi Holbrook (second, 200 back relay), Madelyn Kartchner (second, 200 back relay), Jacie Nielson (second, 200 back relay), London Spears (second, 200 free relay; second, 200 back relay), Eliza Treu (second, 200 free relay), Nerys Turnbaugh (second, 200 free relay), Saige Baxter (third, 200 breast relay), Brooke Belnap (third, 200 breast relay), Cannon Christensen (third, 200 back relay), Mia Cikara (third, 200 breast relay), William Farnsworth (third, 200 fly relay; third, 200 back relay), Kael Michaelson (third, 200 free relay), Ezra Moon (third, 200 free relay; third, 200 fly relay), Eden Murray (third, 200 breast relay), Davis Nielson (third, 200 free relay), William Norseth (third, 200 fly relay), Scott (third, 100 breast; third, 200 back relay), Jack Smart (third, 200 fly relay) and Clarke Tholl (third, 200 free relay). “We had some fast times in the pool and some best times as well. This is such a fun meet because the kids get to swim relays that don’t happen the rest of the season, like the 200 backstroke relay,” said head coach Stacy Edholm. “The T-shirt and the tube relays at the end of the meet are always a hit and bring a lot of smiles and laughs.”
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STILL STANDING: Siaki Fekitoa, Bountiful (with ball) drives past Alta’s Gabe Ofisa for one of his 15 Carries for 82 yards keeping alive the Redhawks post-season run. They play No.1 Seeded Timpview Friday, Nov. 17 at 6:30 p.m. in Rice-Eccles Stadium for the 5A State Championship.
Satuala both racked up 15 tackles, while Tidwell had 12 tackles and an interception. In the semifinals at Rice-Eccles Stadium on the campus of the University of Utah Nov. 9, Bountiful faced another unlikely contender, Alta. The Hawks were the 11th seed, and the two teams played a hardfought, close contest. Bountiful prevailed 20-19, as Satuala scored on a 4-yard touchdown pass from Geilman with 1:02 to play. The touchdown erased a late 19-14 deficit for Bountiful and sent the Redhawks to their first state title game appearance since 2003. Fekitoa had 82 yards and a touchdown on 15 carries. Geilman rushed 10 times for 47 yards and was 14 of 21 passing for 168 yards and two touchdowns. Tidwell caught two of Geilman’s passes for 56 yards and a 45-yard touchdown in the second quarter. The Redhawks shed Alta to fewer than 300 yards of offense. The victory was Bountiful’s 10th win on the season against four losses. The Redhawks are slated to face top-seeded Timpview in the 5A state championship on Nov. 17. The Redhawks are looking for their sixth state title in school history. l QUARTERBACK EMERSON GEILMAN, Bountiful (with ball) avoids Alta’s Gabe Ofisa in one of his 10 Carries for 47 yards.
In a dual meet at Herriman, Nov. 7, Viewmont’s boys scored 130 points, just four points behind the Mustangs, placing first in eight events. Isaac Hale won the 100 back and the 100 free; Thomas Chamberlain, the 200 IM, Eric Chamberlain, the 50 free; Andrew Webster, the 100 fly; Gus Stockhoff, the 500 free; the 200 medley lineup of Hale, Eric Chamberlain, Weber and Henry Helgesen; and the 400 free relay squad of Hale, Thomas Chamberlain, Eric Chamberlain and Webster. The girls team lost to Herriman 164 to 102 with Gabby Henry winning the 500 free and 100 back and Hallie Gerrard the 200 IM individually. They also swam legs on the 200 first-place 200 free relay team, along with Vivienne Loose and Veronika Paschen. “We had lots of outstanding swims and some big points earned in nearly flawless swims from Thomas Chamberlain,” said head coach Jessica Trauner. “I also have to hand it to Angela Salas Arizpe who dropped 10 seconds from the first meet – about a four to five day turn around – and Vivi Loose has had wonderful swims and is an emerging leader on the team. She has worked so hard that she’s already gotten a spot in our A relay for future meets.”
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Other top-five finishes for the Vikings were Eric Chamberlain (second, 100 free), Thomas Chamberlain (second, 100 breast; second, 200 free relay), Gerrard (second, 50 free; second, 400 free relay), Helgesen (second, 200 free relay; third, 100 fly), Henry (second, 400 free relay), Rex Johnson (second, 200 free), Loose (second, 100 breast; second, 400 free relay), Paschen (second, 100 free; second, 400 free relay), Gavin Smith (second, 200 free relay), Stockhoff (second, 200 free relay), Webster (second, 50 free), Jared Getz (third, 200 free), Maddie Hall (third, 200 medley relay), Allison Hamblin (third, 200 medley relay), Julia Jones (third, 200 medley relay), Austin Smith (third, 100 breast) and Maya Wiemers (third, 200 medley relay; third, 100 fly). “It wasn’t our best meet. For sure, we have to clean some things up at practice before the Thanksgiving Invite, but lots of growth is happening which is good,” said Trauner.
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Woods Cross won a meet against Northridge, Clearfield and Roy Nov. 7, earning several first-place finishes – including a sweep in the girls 50 free and 500 free events. Winners for the Wildcats were Ava Glissmeyer (50 free, 100 fly), Alan-
na Holzer (200 IM, 100 breast), Isaac Chomjak (100 breast), Rebekah Cyril (100 back), Grace Gilbert (500 free), Will Hunter (500 free), the girls 200 medley relay squad of Holzer, Glissmeyer, Cyril and Gilbert, the girls 400 free relay lineup of Holzer, Glissmeyer, Cyril and Gilbert, the boys 200 medley relay team of Ammon Kamauu, Moose Norman, Isaac Chomjak, Diego Gutierrez and the boys 400 free relay squad of Kamauu, Norman, Chomjak, Gutierrez. Other top-three showings for Woods Cross were Rachel Barlow (second, 200 medley relay), Jade Bevans (second, 50 free; second, 200 free relay), Avery Boynton (second, 200 medley relay; third, 500 free), Chomjak (second, 100 fly), Gutierrez (second, 200 IM; third, 100 back), Maxwell Holdstock (second, 200 free), Kalli Holzer (second, 200 medley relay; second, 200 free relay), Kamauu (second, 100 back), Santiago Leal (second, 100 free), Sophia Mortensen (second, 200 free; second, 200 medley relay; third, 100 back), Norman (second, 500 free; second, 200 IM), Katelyn Norman (second, 200 free relay), Annie Telford (second, 200 free relay), Grace Woodbury (second, 500 free), Cyril (third, 200 IM) and Gilbert (third, 50 free). l
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New Farmington High girls basketball coach preaches teamwork By Catherine Garrett c.garrett@mycityjournals.com
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ew Farmington High girls basketball coach Tara Ferrin played under legendary Utah high school girls coach Van Price at Layton High, was on the sidelines with him for three seasons of his 30-year tenure with the Lancers and is now replacing him as head of the Phoenix program. “I am grateful for the opportunity to coach at Farmington High,” Ferrin said. “The administration is very supportive at the school and I am excited to work with the girls. I am looking forward to the opportunity to coach the girls.” “We are very excited about Coach Ferrin taking over our girls basketball program,” said Farmington High Athletic Director Kasey Walkenhurst. “She has hit the ground running with the girls and they seem to have a great rapport with her. Obviously, taking over a program after a legend like Van Price is always hard, but she played for him and learned a lot from him. We think she will do an amazing job making this program her own.” Ferrin, who still coaches soccer at
Layton High, was a three-sport star for the Lancers – playing soccer, basketball and softball. She went on to the next level in basketball at Utah Valley for two years before switching sports and playing Division I soccer at Weber State. “Both opportunities were amazing and I loved the opportunity to play both sports at the collegiate level,” she said. “Once I began teaching, I knew that I wanted to coach. I truly enjoy working with the girls in a different setting than the classroom. I was given so many opportunities to improve as a player and person through sports, that I want to give that opportunity to others. I was blessed to be able to play multiple sports in high school and college and I want to share what I have learned from my mentors and teammates.” She employs a culture of hard work and five values – of trust, ambition, positivity, integrity and toughness – within her program. “My philosophy is to develop a team that works hard on and off the court for each other,” she said. “I don't look at the outcome of the game to determine the success of the team, I look at what we as a team can control and that is our effort. Win or lose, if we put forth the effort, then we are winners.” l
PEOPLE (AND TURKEYS) from all over come to run on Thanksgiving.
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Unexpected Thanksgiving tradition extremely popular By Braden Nelsen braden.n@davisjournal.com BOUNTIFUL—Thanksgiving is a holiday unequivocally associated with food. While other holidays may have food that is part of the celebration, there is no other quite like Thanksgiving for making food the focal point. Of course, it’s physically impossible to eat all day, so, what else is there to do on Turkey Day? Some people watch the big parade on TV, others may even play some touch football, still, others will slip into a deep sleep following the meal, and wait for Black Friday. For hundreds in Davis County, however, there’s a surprisingly healthy tradition that has been gaining steam over the past two decades. Sarah Johnson with the South Davis Recreation Center has been with the organization for a few years now, and since she started, the number of people registering for races on Thanksgiving Day has grown from 700 to 900, to as of last year, 1,400. While not all of these show up each time, it’s an astounding number of people that are interested in doing something new, and healthy for Thanksgiving. It’s not just locals anymore, either says Johnson. “We see people from New York, Pennsylvania,” and other places around the country said Johnson, citing that, for many people, even after they’ve moved away from Davis County, it’s still an important family tradition. Which is the other surprising thing –for many, running a race
on Thanksgiving is a family, or group tradition. “It’s fun to see the different family groupings,” said Johnson, explaining that they have races for different ages and levels, making it possible for families to run together. With group rates, and sponsorships from around the community, it’s much more doable as well, “we’re not for for profit here,” said Johnson, saying that these races are only possible because of the “really good working relationship with the community.” Though South Davis Rec offers plenty of opportunities to get out and run, like the triathlons and races held on other holidays, Johnson said that the Thanksgiving Day races are arguably the most popular for runners in the area. Even during the years with bad weather – Johnson shared the experience they had when it snowed hard, and “700 still showed up!” Despite the blizzard, she said, “It’s good memories for all of us.” Joining a race like those hosted on Thanksgiving can be intimidating, especially for first-timers, but Johnson says the South Davis Rec has that covered. Leading up to each race, there are plenty of clinics available to help train and familiarize newcomers, as well as keep the skills of running veterans sharp. So, whether it’s training for a first race, or a hundredth, South Davis Rec has residents covered. More information on the Thanksgiving Day Races, registration, prizes, and other races held throughout the year can be found at https://www. southdavisraces.com/. l
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‘Latitude’ means freedom to live life while staying safe By Becky Ginos becky.g@davisjournal.com BOUNTIFUL—A local company is making it their mission to help give veterans and other individuals the independence they need while keeping them safe. Bountiful based Latitude mobile alert service gives people freedom to do what they enjoy while providing reassurance that in an emergency they can quickly get help. “Latitude means freedom,” said Chelsea Hurst, VP of Sales for Latitude USA. “We serve those who don’t have the freedom to stay home any longer but want to be at home.” The owner of the company Osmond Seangsuwan wanted to build a product that could help others, she said. “He is passionate about giving back especially to veterans for their life of service. Veterans have always been close to his heart.” He worked for a group of individuals out of the country designing a device for veterans, said Hurst. “He decided to do it himself and took over building the software. He put his blood, sweat and tears into this.” Seangsuwan was selling the device directly to the government but recently opened it up to the general public nationwide, she said. “We knew we were working with 1,000 customers so we decided ‘why not open it up?’” It’s locally owned, she said. “We use other locally owned businesses. We want
LYNZIE JOHNSON, Vice President of Marketing for Latitude explains the benefits of the mobile alert pendant. Latitude is a locally owned business in Bountiful.
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to give back to the community and put money back into their pockets as well.” The device is a pendant called a wearable medical necklace, Hurst said. “The design is minimal and simple to use for whoever is wearing it.” There are many different ways the pendant can be worn, she said. “You can loop it through and wear it as a pendant but there’s an option for an arm band or
belt clip.” One of the features of the device is auto fall detection, Hurst said. “Without speaking or pressing a button it detects a fall and has already contacted emergency services. It can be adjusted to fit your lifestyle. If you can push a button it will alert your emergency contacts. If there hasn’t been movement for a while it can detect that.”
Individuals can choose who to contact, she said. “We suggest 911 for safety measures and whoever can help as quickly as possible.” Another feature is two-way talk, said Hurst. “The monitoring center answers the call and can tell them everything is OK and that help is on the way.” Assistance is available 24/7, 365 days a year, she said. “If a device goes off it will text or email your contacts and let them know what’s occurring with their loved one.” It’s American made, Hurst said. “That sets us apart.” Latitude can help veterans with PTSD who are feeling in crisis and with mental health issues too, she said. “Veterans can get the device for free if they qualify. They need to go to their physician and ask for a Latitude device.” It’s a local company but works nationally, said Hurst. “It’s cool to serve people not just in our hometown of Bountiful but all over.” The device allows individuals to live life, she said. “They don’t have to change it but it gives loved ones peace of mind.” It truly makes a difference every day, Hurst said. “It makes it exciting to come into work.” Hurst said they even helped the police locate a missing person. “We want to help out and give back to the community we love.” l
Speaker of the House Brad Wilson receives grand sendoff on last day in legislature By Becky Ginos becky.g@davisjournal.com
SPEAKER OF THE HOUSE Brad Wilson meets with the media at his last press conference after resigning from the legislature. Wilson has served in the legislature since 2011 and as Speaker since 2019.
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SALT LAKE CITY—State Officials and legislators gave Utah Speaker of the House Brad Wilson a big send off at the Capitol Wednesday on his last day of service in the legislature. Wilson was elected to the legislature in 2011 and has served as Speaker since 2019. During that time he championed legislation to address the issues of the Great Salt Lake. “In light of Brad’s tireless efforts to preserve and protect the iconic Great Salt Lake, we are naming an airboat in his honor,” Gov. Spencer Cox said. “It’s not a fancy or new boat but a workhorse that supports activities on the lake like search and rescue, invasive species eradication, water sampling and more. We appreciate Brad for helping to raise awareness of the lake’s importance and supporting actions to protect it.” “I have worked with Brad for nearly 12 years,” said Lt. Gov. Deidre Henderson. “I have great respect for him, his leadership and the way he has served Utahns. I appreciate his willingness to be at the forefront of the historic efforts being made to preserve the Great Salt Lake.” “It’s kind of a wistful day,” said Wilson at his last press conference. “It’s been a wonderful 13 years. We have remarkable people here.” Wilson said on his first day he walked into the House Chamber and thought it would be a place he would be for a few years. “I thought I’d show up (serve) and then leave. Little did I know that I’d be in this corner office for five years.” People serve here for a season, make a difference then go back to their lives, he said. “What makes Utah unique is we are one of the last states in the country that has a true citizen legislature. It’s our secret sauce to lawmaking. Leg-
islators really do serve part time and then look back at what they did in the lives of Utahns.” It’s been a fun experience, said Wilson. “I’ve had the chance to leave a fingerprint on some things. I’m proud of what we did with the Inland Port and moving the state prison. It’s unleashing the economy to develop jobs for Utahns along the Wasatch Front.” It’s not without controversy, he said. “I believe that good things come with some controversy.” Wilson said he is proud of the prosperity the state has had. “We’ve made a billion dollars in tax cut relief. Middle class families are struggling with inflation. The tax cut will help them be able to manage that.” Utah has one of the strongest economies in the country and the lowest unemployment rate, he said. “I believe in small government and low taxes. That’s what keeps the economy strong. You can see that by how much people want to live here. It’s the best way to get things done.” Another big policy Wilson said he’s proud of is higher education reform. “The last few years there have been two systems. Now there is one. There are 16 institutions that are all rowing in the same direction. The benefit is a win for students across the state.” Rep. Mike Schultz was elected as Speaker of the House on Tuesday. “I’m excited about Rep. Schultz becoming Speaker,” said Wilson. “I feel so good because I know that when I’m gone things will just get better and better.” Wilson said he loves policy. “It’s in my nature to take a complicated issue that is impossible to fix and find a solution. That is what I’ll miss but I’ll miss the people more.” Those are some musings of the soon to be, has-been Speaker of the House, Wilson said. “I’m excited for my next adventure.” l
November officially Lung Cancer Awareness Month in Woods Cross By Braden Nelsen braden.n@davisjournal.com WOODS CROSS — In a recent city council meeting, the Woods Cross City Council voted to recognize November as Lung Cancer Awareness Month. The prominence of this decision may cause some curiosity among residents: with so many dangerous cancers and other diseases, why does lung cancer need an awareness month? The answer comes from the data, and proposition collected and proposed by
Woods Cross City Mayor Ryan Westergard. According to the proposal, not only is lung cancer prominent and dangerous, but it is also “the leading cause of cancer death among men and women in the United States and Utah, accounting for more deaths than colon cancer, breast cancer, and prostate cancer combined.” Even though the technology exists to recognize and effectively diagnose lung cancer in its early stages, many at high risk don’t get screened early enough to save lives. Much of this is due, in large part, to a stigma surrounding lung cancer, which
is caused, in many cases by harmful activities like smoking. That’s not the only cause, however, and the awareness surrounding this subversive and dangerous form of cancer needs to be raised. For instance, Westergard’s proposal states, “Lung cancer in individuals who never smoked is the 7th leading cause of cancer-related death and accounts for 17,000-26,000 deaths in the US every year.” The data also states that the leading cause of lung cancer among non-smokers is the harmful gas radon. Radon is a natural byproduct of uranium decay in soil and
can get trapped in dangerous amounts in some homes, which is why regular screenings and detection are advised. As opposed to other well-known cancers, lung cancer research has been severely lacking leaving questions about genetic propensity, other causes, and treatments unanswered. In this way, Woods Cross’ declaration of recognizing November as Lung Cancer Awareness Month will have an impact in bringing issues surrounding this deadly cancer to the public. l
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BOOKINGS Bookings are listed as reported to the Journal from the DC Sheriff’s Office. All individuals are presumed innocent until proven guilty and convicted. Key: 1F, 2F, 3F degrees of felonies;
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Christopher Lyons, Driving under the influence - 2nd offense in 10 years, 3F. Dallas Anthony Himes, Violation of probation or parole, 1F. Floyd Christopher Parker, Violation of probation or parole, 1F. Anthony Finlay, Sexual exploitation of a minor, 2F. Christian Losada, Driving under the influence prior felony DUI, 3F.
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Franklin Toyo Marano, Two counts of rape, 1F, Two counts of object rape, 1F, Two counts of Burglary, 2F. Thai Garab Dorje Beamonte-Romero, Dealing in materials harmful to minors, 3F, Rape of a child, 1F, Sodomy on a child, 1F, Sexual abuse of a child, 2F.
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ment,” said Heidi Alder, legal consultant for the district. “In 2019 the DOJ opened an investigation under Title IV of the Civil Rights Act into reports of widespread harassment that hadn’t been addressed by DSD.” From 2019 to December of 2020, the DOJ investigated those complaints, she said. “DOJ attorneys came out and visited the district and met with administration, staff, students and parents. At the end of 2020 the DOJ reviewed all of the information and issued a letter to the district in September 2021, with the outcome of their findings.” To follow the letter the district had the opportunity to work on these matters by entering into a settlement, said Alder. “The DOJ’s legal findings are the basis for everything the district has to do in the settlement.” The summary of the settlement agreement is: • Work with consultants • Create an Office to Process Reports of Harassment and Discrimination • Develop procedures for reporting & responding to complaints of harassment & discrimination through a centralized reporting system • Send annual notices to parent, students and staff on anti-harassment & non-discrimination • Develop culture, climate & community engagement plans • Review policies and procedures • Develop training and professional development
Arthur Earnest Sida, Violation of pretrial protective order, 3F. Alexander Payton Millar, Possession of a dangerous weapon by a restricted person, 3F.
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Robert Abeyta, Driving under the influence prior felony DUI, 3F.
Nathan Eric Townsend, Aggravated assault, 3F.
Amanda Wardle, Theft - from another person, 2F, Forgery, 3F.
Lemeki Afu Olive, Theft/receiving - value >=$5000, 3F.
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Kate James Sheffield, Burglary, 2F, Theft - value >= $5000, 3F, Damage jail, 3F.
Perfecto Salayandia, Purchase/transfer/possession/use of a firearm by a restricted person, 3F. James Jeremy Dangerfield, Criminal mischief - recklessly endangering human health/safety, 3F. Antonio Samuel Salas, Unlawful acquisition/ possession/transfer of a financial card, 3F. Andrew Lee Shiozaki, Possession of a controlled substance, 3F. Assem Hamed Adam, Enticing a minor third-degree felony sexual activity, 3F.
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Ana Karen Santuario, Robbery, 2F. Ian Mark Bradley, Voyeurism - committed against child under 14 years of age, 3F. Alexandra Javiera Rozas Castro, Possession of forgery writing/device, 3F.
Tony Jensen, Property damage/destruction loss $1500-$4999, 3F, Theft - value $1500-$4999, 3F. Julieth Catherine Briceno Sosa, Aggravated assault, 3F, Domestic violence in the presence of a child, 3F. Jeffrey Webb Carley, Driving under the influence - two or more priors in 10 years, 3F. Deon Allen Fenn, Burglary, 2F, Two counts of unlawful acquisition/possession/transfer of a financial card, 3F. Amanda Biehler, Unlawful transaction - firearm, 3F. Daniel Archuleta, Aggravated assault, 3F. Walter Anderson, Forcible sexual abuse, 2F, Aggravated sexual assault, 1F. Michael Brandon Harstad, Violation of probation or parole, 1F.
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Ruben C. Villanueva, Two counts of possession with intent to distribute controlled substance, 2F, Purchase/transfer/possession/use of a firearm by a restricted person, 3F.
David Poyer, Aggravated assault, 3F.
Flamur Gashi, Purchase/transfer/possession/ use of a firearm by a restricted person, 3F.
Uriel Joel Orrozco Rivera, Aggravated assault, 3F.
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• DOJ monitoring and reporting requirements “When we received the letter we had two options,” said Board of Education President Liz Mumford. “We could downplay the DOJ findings or we could take responsibility and address the complaints that were raised during the investigation. So we looked at those and decided to take responsibility by agreeing to the terms of the settlement.” Mumford said she personally read the interviews that were conducted with the students. “It was heart wrenching to hear their lived experiences were valid. I think it is critical that we aspire to provide a better experience for our students in our public schools.” With over 90 schools each administration handled it differently, said Alder. “It was not consistent. Some teachers addressed it (the behavior) verbally and some addressed it in class and never reported it to administrators so the perception to parents was that nothing was being done.” “When I came to the district I called a dear friend who grew up in Bountiful,” said Assistant Superintendent Dr. Fidel Montero. “I wanted to understand the community values and she said they valued families and opportunities. That’s what we’re trying to do as a school district is to base our work to address issues around those values.” There are tons of amazing people in the Davis County community, he said. “Everybody wants to address this issue. I haven’t found any parent who doesn’t.” “A lot of work comes from student advisory councils, said DSD Superintendent Dr. Dan Linford. “I feel it is critical that each school has their council. I think most of the work happens at the school level.” “This issue is important to me,” said Rep. Kera Birkeland. “My son has been called a monkey. He is constantly being called the N-word all over the school. I’ve seen text chains saying ‘we need some money so we decided to sell you.’” These are deplorable comments, she said. “Something has to change and it’s not just DSD. It’s statewide. These are behaviors that I take issue with. People think it’s funny. They don’t understand. My concern is when we don’t handle things like this it backfires. The divide becomes stronger.” l
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VHS girls basketball starts year against tough 6A teams By Catherine Garrett c.garrett@mycityjournals.com
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econd-year head coach Cameron Gardner welcomes back several returning players to his team this year that tied for second place in Region 5 last season and lost to Spanish Fork in the first round of the 5A state tournament. Seniors Karissa Goff and Kristina Gunnell, along with juniors Mary Carr, Sophie Gold, Kelsey Lindsey, Mara Mickelson, Aubrey Mulitalo and Callie Peterson, will be looked to for leadership on and off the court for the Vikings this season. Viewmont, who is among the top teams in the 5A ranks to start the year, will face some tough 6A competition right out of the gate. “We expect to compete at the highest level and with the highest competition, we will be tested early with our first four games against highly ranked teams [in Davis, West, Farmington and Weber],” said
Gardner. Also on the DHS team this season are senior Natalia Titensor; juniors Savoy Ashworth and Diandra Partey; sophomores Peyton Burningham, Sage Cutler, Raegyn Dahlke, Millie Egnew, Lyv Jones, Susan Lamb, Emma Petersen and Kirra Singley; and freshmen Sophie Hanson, Nadia Paschen, Kailey Selleneit and Lydia Stringfellow. “We have 12 new players in our program and we are excited for their growth,” said Gardner, who is being assisted on the coaching staff this year by Lindsay Familiar, Natalie Blaylock and Dylan Cahoon. Viewmont begins the season against Davis, West, Farmington, Weber, Skyline and Riverton while also playing in the St. George Tourney Dec. 7-9. Region 5 home-and-away play begins Jan. 3 with Roy and then against Bountiful, Box Elder, Woods Cross, Northridge, Bonneville and Clearfield. The 5A state tournament is scheduled for Feb. 20 through March 2.
NOTICES ANNOUNCEMENT OF APPOINTMENT AND NOTICE TO CREDITORS Probate No. 233700611
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In the matter of the Estate of THE ESTATE OF BRENT LEE DROLLINGER Cindy Drollinger Whose address is 395 East Millcreek Way, Bountiful, Utah 84010 has been appointed Personal Representative of the above-entitled estate. Creditors of the estate are hereby notified to: (1) deliver or mail their written claims to the Personal Representative at the address above; (2) deliver or mail their written claims to the Personal Representatives attorney of record, Taylor Stone at 991 Shepard Ln Suite 210, Farmington, UT 84025 (3) file their written claims with the Clerk of the District Court at Farmington District Court, P. O. Box 769, Farmington, UT, 84025, or alternatively to 800 West State Street, Farmington, UT, 84025 in Davis County, or otherwise present their claims as required by Utah law within three months (90 days) after the date of the first publication of this notice or be forever barred. Dated this 8th day of November 2023 /s/ Cindy Drollinger /s/ Nathan Croxford 991 Shepard Ln Suite 210, Farmington, UT 84025 Publishing: 11/17/2023, 11/24/2023, 12/1/2023 ANNOUNCEMENT OF APPOINTMENT AND NOTICE TO CREDITORS Probate No. 233700327 IN THE SECOND JUDICIAL DISTRICT COURT, IN AND FOR DAVIS COUNTY, STATE OF UTAH In the matter of the Estate of Brooke Nicole Ethington, Stuart Warren Beitel Whose address is 2018 Mountain View Blvd, Woods Cross, UT 84087 has been appointed as Personal representative of the above-entitled estate. Creditors of the estate are hereby notified to: (1) deliver or mail their written claims to the Personal Representative at the address above; (2) deliver or mail their written claims to the Personal Representatives attorney of record, Aaron Kinikini, at 808 E. South Temple St., Salt Lake City, Utah 84103 (3) file their written claims with the Clerk of the District Court at 808 W State Street, Farmington, Utah, 84025, or otherwise present their claims as required by Utah law within three months after the date of the first publication of this notice or be forever barred. Dated this 0/0/2023. /s/ Stuart Warren Beitel. /s/ Aaron Kinikini 808 E. South Temple St., Salt Lake City, Utah 84103 (801)538-5004; Aaron.kinikikni@learlaw.com
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Richard Clay Erickson May 2, 1963 – Nov. 11, 2023
Richard Clay Erickson was born May 2, 1963 at the South Davis Community Hospital in Bountiful, Utah to Gladys Rea Bennett (1930-1993) and William Earl Erickson (1929-2022). Richard grew up in Bountiful, Utah as the fifth of eight children. His father was an educator, and education always remained an important focus in his life. After watching the 1969 Apollo Moon Landing on TV as a child, he developed an enduring passion for science. He attended Viewmont High School, graduating in the class of 1981. He served in the Canada Halifax mission for The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints from 1982-1983. He felt a lifelong kinship with Canada. His mother, Gladys Rea, was born and raised in Ottawa, Canada. His family heritage along with his missionary service cemented its personal importance for the rest of his life. At the conclusion of his missionary service, he returned to the University of Utah, and then the University of Maryland, later transferring to Brigham Young University. He graduated from BYU in 1988 with a bachelor’s degree in applied physics and a math minor. Three years later, he completed his master’s degree in 1991 in engineering management. After finishing his schooling, he met the love of his life on a crosswalk at BYU at the beginning of 1992. He and Arlene Lynette Bown were married in Manti, Utah, on Nov. 24, 1992. It was the beginning of a grand adventure of love and joy with his family and children, beginning with his twins Gwyn and Kresten born in 1996, and continuing with Marilysa (2000) and Mikkel (2004). They enjoyed camping and traveling with family and with each other to the very end. A lover of music his whole life, he played trumpet as part of the Viewmont High School band program. He found joy in playing trumpet with various community bands throughout his adult years, including the Buzztones and the Riverton Jazz Band. His love of music was infectious, and he shared it with his children; they grew up in a musical home, and they still play, perform, and teach music today.
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