INTERMOUNTAIN HEALTH’S TRANSPLANT PROGRAM USES NEW ORGAN SAVING DEVICE
MURRAY—A new state-of-the-art organ saving device being used by Intermountain Health’s Transplant Program has the potential to save more patients’ lives who are waiting for liver transplants that might otherwise die before their name comes up. Intermountain is the first in the state to use the device.
The OrganOx is a liver pump that keeps the organ in a near-physiological state outside the body, providing continuous perfusion of oxygenated blood, medication and nutrients at normal body temperature, mimicking the conditions inside the body, according to Intermountain.
“This will increase access to organs that would not previously be used because we thought it was too damaged,” said Dr. Jean Botha, medical director of Intermountain Health’s abdominal transplant program and Intermountain Primary Children’s Hospital’s pediatric transplant program. “The pump allows us to assess the viability and we can see if this organ is likely to function or not before we transplant it.”
The waiting list at Intermountain is down to 22 days so from the time patients get on the waiting list to the time they get transplanted is a mere three weeks, he said. “It’s this kind of technology that has allowed us to transplant patients faster and sooner. Because we can transplant patients sooner, that means the risk of dying on a waiting list is markedly reduced.”
Botha said that in addition it allows them to slow things down. “That means we don’t have to rush to get an organ. We’re not sitting on the East Coast. We’re sitting in the Mountain West where it’s a huge geographic region that we’re covering. Now patients who don’t live close to our transplant center, will have access when previously they didn’t have access
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Dr. Jean Botha, medical director of Intermountain Health’s abdominal transplant program and Intermountain Primary Children’s Hospital’s pediatric transplant program explains how the OrganOx liver pump works. Photo by Becky Ginos
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Jared Heaton is an attentive and thorough dermatologist & MOHs surgeon, serving his patients in Bountiful, Centerville, North Salt Lake, Woods Cross, Farmington, Kaysville and West Bountiful.
Dr. Heaton is board-certified in dermatology and is currently a member of the American Society of MOHs Surgeons.
Dr. Heaton prides himself in serving all patient populations and treating all areas of dermatology from children through retirement age. Dr. Heaton performs skin cancer diagnosis and treatment, MOHS surgery, mole exam and removal, acne, warts, cyst removal, spider vein treatment, CO2 laser resurfacing, microneedling and many other skin and cosmetic related procedures.
Dr. Heaton received his undergraduate degree in International Relations with a minor in Asian Studies from Brigham Young University (BYU). He earned his medical degree from Arizona College of Osteopathic Medicine (AZCOM) in Glendale, AZ. And completed both his internship and medical residency in Tampa, Florida.
In his spare time, Dr. Heaton enjoys snowboarding, mountain biking, vacations to Bear Lake, movies, grilling and spending time with his wife and three children at home in Bountiful.
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Dr. Mitton received his undergraduate degree in biology at the University of Utah and graduated with his medical degree from Rocky Vista University in Parker, CO. He completed his intern year of residency at LewisGale Hospital Montgomery in Blacksburg, VA and his dermatology residency at Lehigh Valley Health Network in Allentown, PA. His residency provided many opportunities for specialized training including treating potentially life-threatening skin conditions at one of the state’s burn units, training with a nationally-renowned pediatric dermatologist, and countless exposures to rare and difficult-to-treat cases at conferences on a nearweekly basis through Lehigh Valley and the University of Pennsylvania.
In his free time, Dr. Mitton enjoys spending time with his wife and two kids, being outdoors, biking, board games, and especially making weekend breakfasts with specialty pancakes.
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West Bountiful passes code to comply with new state moderate-income housing mandates
By Simon Mortensen | s.mortensen@davisjournal.com
Implementing code that meets updated state requirements before a deadline, West Bountiful’s city council passed two ordinances to better accommodate new moderate-income housing projects during their meeting on June 18.
“West Bountiful has a history of having moderate income housing,” City Administrator Duane Huffman said. “This has always been a place where families have been able to come and build a community together. It’s changed a lot over time. Our proximity to Salt Lake, just increasing land values has really changed that, but it’s always been a part of West Bountiful’s identity to try to find a place for everyone.”
Labeled ordinances 489-24 and 49124, the changes focused on facility impact fees and off-street parking. Both proposals were drafted by community planning consultants at Citi Design, and were revised by the planning commission.
The code changes were made in response to new mandates set by the department of workforce services. In an effort to decrease real estate costs across Utah, the state has requested for cities to make specialized code changes that better create possibilities for moderate income housing developments by Aug. 1. Failure to comply will result in a $250 daily fee for the city, which will raise to $500 if the code is not compliant during the following year.
“When the state passes something down like this, we always feel a little bit of a time crunch,” 12-year planning commission member Laura Mitchell said. “It’s kind of a dance to try and figure out ‘how do we comply with what the state wants and what’s best for our citizens while affecting positive change in a way that it will benefit the most people?’”
Most of the recommendations revised current code – especially clauses that state the number of spaces businesses and apartment complexes are required to have in their parking lots. Mitchell says that changes like these provide developers with opportunities to use less land to operate –leading to additional space for potential moderate-income housing.
“In other locations in our city, it would be [that] they’ve got to have one parking spot [per resident],” Mitchell said about requirements for apartment complex developers. “If we’re close enough to where people are viably using TRAX or FrontRunner, their bicycles, whatever it is, if it’s a walkable community, then we are I guess hedging our bets – guessing that ‘hey, maybe only eight of the 10 residents will actually have cars and the other two will use mass transit.’”
While both the state and Citi Design have offered various other suggestions on how to better bring moderate-income housing developments to West Bountiful, both the counsel and planning commission have said that they will seek to make
minimal changes to ensure that they don’t have to re-write code for Utah’s next set of mandates.
“We really like the autonomy that we have to make laws that work for our citizens and our city,” Mitchell said. “Recent past has shown that the legislature is leaning more toward telling us what is best for our city instead of letting us choose ourselves, and so we’re taking cautious steps forward knowing that if our intention is to meet them a half-a-mile down the road and we meet them a half-a-mile down the road this year, what’s to stop them from saying ‘great, now we need you to come further’?”
While the possibility of having to rewrite revised code is a concern, Mitchell says that the city factors in maintaining the small-town ambiance that West Bountiful is known for into their decisions.
“Most of our citizenry doesn’t want high-rise apartments. They don’t want multi-family homes,” Mitchell said. “Not that we think that there’s anything wrong with them, but it would change the feel of our city. We’re very conscientious about where we will allow that sort of housing and how we can encourage that growth in areas of the city that have the infrastructure to support it.” l
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West Bountiful’s city council passed code changes for new state moderate-income housing requirements during a meeting on June 18.
Code changes for the city primarily center around parking, specifically how many spaces are needed for certain developments. Photos by Simon Mortensen
Acoupledozen people and way too many donuts and water showed up on a beautiful Saturday to help clean up the “B” in the foothills of Bountiful. The clean-up occurred right before another group arranged to come and paint the famous letter on the hill. “We have a community Facebook page, and someone was complaining there was a lot of garbage at the ‘B,’” said Kate Bradshaw, “so my colleague, council member Higginson, and I responded.” Bradshaw noted that the “B” is actually outside of city jurisdiction, but has always maintained that it is actually in the city’s backyard and the foothills so this is one of the reasons that Bountiful is such a great place to live. The “B” is heavily used by motorized vehicles large and small and is a great place to hike and bike. Bradshaw threw it out on social media and arranged for a large trailer to haul away any debris collected.
The group met at 8 a.m. and fanned out to the hills to the south and the canyon to the north. Many
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bags were filled by the hardworking participants and even some larger items, like an abandoned water heater, were loaded onto the trailer. “So we usually do a citywide cleanup day, but it’s in the fall (September),” said Bradshaw. The idea is to tie it to Sept. 11, which nationwide is becoming a day of service, to accomplish something good to commemorate this day.
Another project is clean-up trails day was held June 8. On this day, people deadheaded invasive weeds, cleaned up trash, stabilized eroded areas and carried in carbonate signage to mark trails. The Trails Committee was in charge of this foothills/trails cleanup. “It’s an incredible backyard and no one is going to love our backyard better than we will,” said Bradshaw. “So let’s just go do it.” l
Clean-up crew at the “B” fills a trailer with debris. The event was organized by Bountiful City Council members Kate Bradshaw and Richard Higginson. Photo by Kerry Angelbuer
West Bountiful’s City Council approves budget amendments
By Simon Mortensen | s.mortensen@davisjournal.com
Working to add to general funds, West Bountiful's city council approved budget amendments for fiscal years 2024 and 2025 during their meeting on June 18.
“We’re looking at different ways of balancing things out during this time, which means cutting back on expenses, deferring some expenses and looking at potential other sources of revenues for some expenses like some of our debt service or capital,” city administrator Duane Huffman said.
In the original fiscal year plan for 2023-2024, the city sought to bring in $5,977,800 in total revenue while taking on costs of $6,349,700 in expenditures and transfers. Under an amended budget published on June 4, projections show revenue at $5,765,100 and expenditures and transfers at $6,570,700.
During fiscal year 2024-2025, West Bountiful plans to increase revenue by approximately $236,600 while decreasing expenditures and transfers by $591,400.
Budget Reductions
In order to bring down total spend, the city will be limiting the allocation of funds to certain resources.
During a city council meeting on May 7, Huffman noted that after conducting research as well as negotiating, the city was able to reduce health insurance cost increases for West Bountiful’s employees from 5.2% to 3.2% for fiscal year 20242025. Under the updated plan, city staff will no longer have access to Telehealth and general employee assistance programs through their insurance – benefits that Huffman said were fairly unused and fall outside of the 2% cut.
In addition to insurance plans, the city decreased the budget for the police department by $181,500 for fiscal year
2024-2025. The new budget allows for the department to have two police vehicles. Huffman says that there shouldn’t be any change in the level of police service that the city provides.
While budget cuts will take place for law enforcement, the city agreed to implement new public safety retirement contributions – which allow West Bountiful to “pick-up” a sworn-in-officer’s contribution cost for their retirement plan.
According to the May 21 meeting agenda, the contribution program will cost the city about $13,800 per year. Huffman says that while the city will need to spend funds to implement the changes, it will make West Bountiful a more enticing place to work for prospective officers.
Costs
The new budget factors in costs associated with several
city operations, including paying off the new building for the public works department.
To help with expenditures associated with the 1200 N. facility, West Bountiful issued $6 million worth of bonds paying at a 1.48% interest rate. According to Huffman, the bonds left $954,000 in extra funds – over 20% of which will be allocated to debt services for the building. Some proceeds from the bonds will also be used to improve the facility’s street as well.
Along with costs related to the new building, the budget reflects a decision made by council members on May 7 to donate $10,000 to CenterPoint theater.
Taxes
Under the proposed budget for fiscal year 2023-2024, West Bountiful is expected to reduce their tax revenue from $5,977,800 to $5,765,100 and increase expenditures by $221,000. While intergovernmental, service and fine taxes increased, contributions and transfers taxes decreased from $215,400 to $15,400.
Huffman says that this reduction is due to the general fund being higher than expected in the fiscal year – allowing the city to keep $200,000 in the capital fund.
The new budget was proposed in a presentation by Huffman on May 7. A public hearing was opened on June 4 to discuss the details before its approval during the June 18 meeting.
“The goal is long-term stability really,” Huffman said about the amendments. “It’s the stability that allows us to provide good services without wild fluctuations in either the quality of the service or the taxes and fees that we charge.” l
City administrator Duane Huffman (left) presents amendment proposals to city council members on May 21. Photo by Simon Mortensen
Can’t beat fresh; the benefits of local farmers markets
Kiana Fonua Williams | k.williams@davisjournal.com
Inthe heart of Davis County lies a hidden treasure trove of flavors, colors, and community spirit: the local farmers markets. As the sun rises vendors begin to set up their stalls, showcasing a vibrant array of fresh produce, artisanal goods, and homemade delicacies. The bustling atmosphere, filled with laughter, chatter, and the aroma of freshly baked bread, is a testament to the vitality of these markets and the deep-rooted connections they foster within the community.
Supporting local farmers markets isn’t just about buying groceries; it’s about investing in the well-being of our neighborhoods, our environment, and our economy.
One of the most significant advantages of shopping at farmers markets is the unparalleled freshness and quality of the products. Unlike supermarket produce that may travel hundreds or even thousands of miles before reaching the shelves, items sold at local markets are often harvested just hours before being displayed for sale. From crisp, justpicked vegetables to juicy, tree-ripened fruits, the difference in taste and texture is unmistakable.
Not only do we benefit from fresh produce, but purchasing from local farmers markets, residents of Davis County directly support the hardworking individuals and families who cultivate the land and craft artisanal goods. These farmers are the backbone of our agricultural community, and their dedication to sustainable practices helps preserve the rich heritage of farming in Utah while promoting biodiversity and environmental stewardship. “Bee farmers are the humans dedicated to a lifestyle of doing what is necessary to support the existence of all flowering plants in their communities,” said Dylan Roe, a local bee keeper and farmer.
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Every dollar spent at a local farmers market has a multiplier effect, circulating within the community and bolstering the local economy. By supporting small-scale producers and entrepreneurs, residents help create jobs, stimulate business growth, and contribute to the overall prosperity of Utah. “Oftentimes, through late nights, early mornings, and with very little, if any profit,” said Roe. “We do it because we genuinely care about building a more sustainable future for all species on earth.”
Farmers markets serve as vibrant hubs of community life, bringing together people from all walks of life to share in the joy of good food and camaraderie. Whether it’s chatting with a friendly vendor, swapping recipes with fellow shoppers, or enjoying live music and entertainment, these markets provide a space for meaningful interactions and connections that transcend the transactional nature of modern commerce. With an emphasis on fresh, locally grown produce and wholesome, artisanal products, farmers markets play a vital role in promoting health and wellness within the community.
By embracing the bounty of our local food system, we not only nourish our bodies but also cultivate a stronger, more resilient community for generations to come. Celebrate the abundance of our region, and reap the rewards of a thriving local food economy. l
Bountiful farmers market where Dylan Roe is educating visitors about his trade. Photo courtesy of Dylan Roe
Savor the flavor – explore the Bountiful Food Truck League
Kiana Fonua Williams | k.williams@davisjounral.com
As the warmer months roll in, the Bountiful Food Truck League springs into action, food trucks from all over the valley host a series of weekly events that promise not only delectable delights but also a vibrant atmosphere where families and friends can gather and create lasting memories. Taylor Harris is the founder of the league. “We had our first public event May 11, 2015 and since have held league nights in cities along the Wasatch Front, including Bountiful, that turn crowd and workplace into a community,” he said.
What truly sets the Bountiful Food Truck League apart is its dedication to supporting locally owned small businesses. By partnering with these entrepreneurs, the league not only showcases the best of Utah’s culinary talent but also contributes to the growth and vitality of the local economy. It’s a win-win situation for everyone involved, from the food truck owners who get to share their passion with a wider audience to the consumers who get to indulge in an unparalleled variety of gourmet options. “We are excited by the positive feedback we’ve received and excited to continue growing and working with great partners across the state,” Harris said.
With the largest number of registered trucks in Utah, the Food Truck League offers an unparalleled variety of culinary delights. Whether you’re craving savory street tacos, mouthwatering burgers, or decadent desserts, you’re sure to find
something to satisfy your appetite at one of their events. With League Nights happening throughout Utah and the surrounding areas, there’s plenty of opportunities to join in on the fun and savor the flavor of the Food Truck League.
Food connects us no matter who we are. Food truck-catered events bring culture and diversity to any gathering and build connections between people that last a lot longer than the grub. Get out of your comfort zone with authentic cuisine from around the world all in one place. Build community and memories that last a lifetime by working with the Food Truck League to cater your next event. At its core, the mission of the Food Truck League is simple yet powerful: “To bring great food and communities together. Because at the end of the day, life is better when we’re all connected, especially when there’s delicious food involved.” Whether you’re a seasoned foodie or just looking for a good time, be sure to check out the next event hosted in Bountiful this June by The Food Truck League. Your taste buds will thank you.
To stay up to date on the latest roster of food trucks and event details, visitors can turn to the league’s event calendar or follow them on social media at https:// thefoodtruckleague.com/ or @foodtruckleague on Instagram. l
Sourdough adds taste and health to a lifestyle
Acrusty loaf of sourdough can be a great addition to a summer salad or sandwich. Although sourdough has been used for thousands of years, notably in ancient Egypt, popularity is once again burgeoning as the bread’s health benefits and taste are being touted online, especially during the pandemic. Lisa Petersen, of Bountiful, struggles with sugar level, so when she read that sourdough doesn’t spike insulin like regular bread, she decided to take her bread baking skills to this new level. She makes a whole wheat/white flour mix for her sourdough sandwich bread and loves it. She makes seven loafs at a time and keeps some in the freezer, so she doesn’t bake too often. It is especially good when just out of the oven, when eating half a loaf at once becomes irresistible. Petersen is a little concerned that she has “gained a little weight because the bread is so good,” but that is not going to stop her from making it in the future.
Instead of baker’s yeast added to the bread dough, sourdough uses wild yeast and lactic acid bacteria to leaven the bread. This fermentation process makes the bread prebiotic – it makes the gut happy when you eat it. The process also helps the body absorb more nutrients and decreases gluten that can be problematic for some to digest, and does indeed keep blood sugar more level. Sourdough starts can vary in flavor, but generally the bread has a chewier more complex flavor.
The first step is to obtain a sourdough start from a friend. Social media may aid in connecting with a sourdough aficionado. Starts can also be purchased online. In fact, a start can be spread out, dried and ground for long term storage. Try to get at least a cup of start from the friend, so that baking can start right away. Alternatively, a small amount of start can be
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fed with equal parts flour and water and allowed to grow on the warmer kitchen counter for a few days before placing it in the refrigerator. The perfect start-storing container is glass with a loose-fitting lid to allow in air for the fermentation process. As you use your start for baking, add more flour and water to keep enough sourdough start on hand for baking or sharing.
You don’t have to make all your sourdough bread look like artisan loafs with brown crusts, but can also make sandwich bread in pans for softer results. “My family all likes it,” said Petersen, who has a husband, son and a hand full of grandchildren living with her. She gets a lot of her sourdough recipes on the King Arthur’s website but will also look up other recipes online by name. She has tried sourdough pancakes, muffins, and blueberry breakfast cake. She really enjoyed the sourdough crackers and most recently tried a sourdough Dutch baby for breakfast that was pretty good. She tries to use it once a week to keep it active. Some online recipes call for yeast, but she looks for the recipes that use the sourdough fermenting process for leavening.
Sourdough starts can also be poured into an olive-oil-coated, cast-iron skillet and sprinkled with salt and Italian seasoning for a delicious focaccia bread. This can be baked on either a grill or the oven. Alternatively, sauce, cheese and pizza toppings can be added to the crust which is then returned to the heat source to bake another 10 minutes. “I like to try new things,” said Petersen. l
Although often thought of as an accompaniment to clam chowder on the coast, sourdough has become popular everywhere. Photo by Jenny Angelbuer
Visitors enjoy a bite to eat at the Bountiful location Food Truck League. Photo courtesy of The Food Truck League
South Davis Sewer District construction to
Working to update their facility, South Davis Sewer District recently received a new $87 million bid for their current project –approximately $17 million more than they had initially expected.
“This is not surprising, although we were hopeful that maybe we had done a better job estimating,” sewer district general manager Matt Myer said.
Bids for the project were first made in fall of 2023, according to Myer. During this time, the sewer district received estimates ranging from $66 million up to $120 million. The entity believed that the lowest bids more closely resembled actual costs, though Myer says they didn’t have a “great feel” for the electrical design budget.
On May 30, the sewer district opened bids – prequalifying construction companies for estimates. The lowest projected cost was $87 million, while the highest was $101 million.
“Inflation is really hitting construction hard,” Myer said. “We’ve seen other wastewater treatment plants along the Wasatch Front. They’ve had between 15-20% cost increases and sometimes more than that between estimating like we saw, estimating what was going to happen and then finally getting a hard bid on what the project is going to cost.”
South Davis Sewer District plans to con-
By Simon Mortensen | s.mortensen@davisjournal.com
tinue paying for the projects by issuing bonds and raising rates. According to Myer, charges for residents will go from well under the state average to somewhere near the average sewer rates for the Wasatch Front.
Many elements motivating the completion of the $87 million project are new state and federal mandates, according to a presentation given by the sewer district. For example, Ammonia limits have decreased from 9 mg/L to 6 mg/L – forcing the facility to add a “Moving Bed Biofilm Reactor” by 2026.
“The life cycle clock starts over for some of the new features we’re adding, so we’ll be renewing and replacing the public’s infrastructure,” Myer said. “That’s the silver lining, that we’re getting new stuff that will last, you know, hopefully another 60 years, but it’s still frustrating because we really like being able to provide low-cost service to the public.”
To maintain affordability for residents, the sewer district may enact new billing strategies for the future. According to Myer, no rate changes were made between the years 1988 to 2018. Myer says that following construction, increases are expected to slow down, but that the sewer district plans to better keep pace with inflation in the future.
“We’ve heard feedback from the public that they would have preferred more gradual increases,” Myer said. “We’re going to try and implement more gradual increases once the construction’s over going forward.”
As rates change, the sewer district is promoting alternative billing methods for residents. Those who find a monthly charge more manageable than a bi-annual one are provided
that option. According to the sewer district’s site, bills can be paid using a check, by signing an ACH form or, for a service charge, by paying online with a credit or debit card.
The sewer district’s next board of trustees meeting will occur on July 18 at 5 p.m. l
South Davis Sewer District’s facility on 1200 North will undergo an $87 million construction process.
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to this kind of transplantation who were marginalized because of where they lived.”
Sophie Hansen, a 22-year-old from Bountiful is a recipient of a liver using this innovative technology at Intermountain Medical Center in Murray.
“My journey with liver disease started when I was 3 years old,” said Hansen. “I was diagnosed with primary sclerosing cholangitis (PSC) which is a chronic, incurable disease that slowly damages the liver’s bile ducts causing scarring.”
Hansen said by the time she was 11 years old the disease had progressed to the point that she was put on the liver transplant waiting list. “I waited a really long time. I waited over four years this first time around until I received a call for an organ and I received my first organ when I was 15 years old.”
This organ allowed her to live an amazing life as a teenager, she said. “I was able to graduate from high school and start college at the University of Utah. I was able to travel all around the world and I was able to start my job as a researcher in the transplant department at Primary Children’s.”
Last year her liver numbers started increasing. “I was diagnosed with recurrent PSC and even though I had an amazing team this disease is really hard to treat so it progressed very quickly and aggressively. I ended up being placed back on the waiting list in December.”
Hansen thought it was going to be a
long wait again. “But 33 days later, I got a call that an organ was available.”
However, it was a donation after circulatory death (DCD) liver. “It was scary to accept anything but a perfect organ, but I was super excited knowing about the technology being used.”
The liver was on the pump overnight and they were able to track the organ and make sure it was functioning well, Hansen said. “We received the update that the liver looked perfect. So we proceeded with a transplant and the surgery went well.”
Just two weeks later Hansen said she went to Colorado to present her latest research paper for school. “Last month I went to Mexico.”
Intermountain Health’s Transplant Program has used the device 35 times for liver transplantation since the first use of the OrganOx on Dec. 15, 2023. The OrganOx is currently housed at Intermountain Medical Center in Murray. In the future, Botha said it’s designed to be portable to take to a donor’s operating room and go to different transplant centers.
“Intermountain Health continues to strive to offer this lifesaving treatment to as many people as possible across the country and in so doing, is helping them live their healthiest lives possible,” he said. “This is changing the face of transplantation. I’ve been a surgeon for 25 years. This technology gives us a whole new landscape. It’s a super time to be in transplant – it can change lives.” l
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Sophie Hansen, a 22-year-old from Bountiful gives the thumbs up in her hospital bed after receiving a liver transplant using the innovative technology at Intermountain Medical Center in Murray.
Just two weeks after having her surgery Hansen went to Colorado to present her latest research paper for school. Photos courtesy of Sophie Hansen
Former addict overcomes barriers to reclaim her life
By Becky Ginos | becky.g@davisjournal.com
KAYSVILLE—Amy Daeschel didn’t expect to become a drug addict – but she did. Daeschel had 12 foot surgeries and was prescribed an extensive amount of OxyContin. That combined with trauma in her personal life, led her into addiction, and at one point, homelessness. Drug related charges cost her her job and made it difficult to find a new one. Eventually Daeschel received the treatment she needed and with hard work has been able to reclaim her life and help others do the same.
Daeschel was a panelist at The Power of Opportunities event held recently at Davis Technical College to announce the partnership between the school and RASA-Legal to help individuals expunge records to be able to access more opportunities.
“There are some in Davis County who don’t even darken our doorway because they think that’s a barrier to attending Davis Tech,” said Davis Tech President Darin Brush. “As we work to knock down the barriers for anyone who can benefit from a technical education, this is just one more thing that we can add. One very important piece that we were missing. So thank you to Noella Sudbury, CEO and Founder of Rasa for seeking me out and making this partnership possible.”
“We are grateful to be in this space with you,” said Sudbury. “I love that we are focused on education tonight because for me, education absolutely changed my life.”
Sudbury said she is an attorney and started her career as a public defender. “What some people don't know about me is that my mother grew up in poverty in rural Utah and her dad worked for the mines.”
She was one of 10 children, said Sudbury. “When my grandfather became physically unable to work for the mines, he couldn’t get a job because he was illiterate. He never learned to read and never got an education. My mother also never got an education. So from the time I was a little girl, she really pushed me to get an education and that is why going to college got me really interested in law and led me down this wonderful path.”
Her work as a public defender with those impacted by having a criminal record led Sudbury to develop Rasa, a legal tech company on a mission to provide simple and affordable criminal record expungement to clear a path for access to housing and jobs, higher wages, and a better quality of life for those who have been held back by background checks. The company developed sophisticated computer software that analyzes criminal record databases and streamlines many of the complex and time-consuming
steps associated with determining eligibility for expungement. The tool is free for students.
“So I love the mission of the college,” she said. “I’m so excited to partner with Davis Tech to help students who may be struggling with a record identify this barrier early on in their education before they’re even going out into the workforce and just see if they have a pathway to expungement and getting those records cleared so they can have more opportunities in life.”
“I was 37-years-old and I got my first charge,” said Daeschel. “My first charge was actually in Davis County. I got stopped by a sheriff just right there on Main Street for jaywalking. I was in an active addiction. They searched my backpack and that was my first charge. So that was my first introduction to the criminal justice system.”
Daeschel said over the span of two years she accumulated charges of criminal trespass and possession. “The charges were all misdemeanor minor offenses. I was in and out of jail and being released back into my addiction. But the seventh time was when the funding was initiated for Operation Rio Grande and they offered me treatment. I jumped at the chance and went into treatment and I’ve been sober since 2017.”
Daeschel now holds a Master of Social Work and is certified as a clinical social worker and advanced substance disorder counselor but she hit a lot of roadblocks along the way due to her criminal background.
“I couldn’t return to my field (in real estate) because of my criminal history,” she said. “So all of my prior skills, all of my past knowledge, all of the work that I put in up to 37 years, I wasn’t able to walk back into the workforce that I knew.”
She realized that she needed to expand her education to get into another field. “Early on I knew I wanted to give back what was given to me,” Daeschel said. “I wanted to be able to show up for another human the way that somebody showed up for me.”
To pursue a social work degree she needed to be licensed and knew she would have to address her criminal history if she wanted to be a licensed therapist. It took her four and a half years to finally expunge her entire criminal history.
That is why she is championing this partnership between Rasa and Davis Tech.
“A lot of these people that start this process do not follow through with the process,” she said. “You’re asking these individuals to relive their trauma, to once again go in front of somebody and have to explain why they should be worthy to move on with their life.” l
Sen. Todd Weiler speaks at the Power of Opportunities event held at Davis Tech. Panelists (left to right) are Davis Tech President Darin Brush, Commissioner Lorene Kamalu, Amy Daeschel and Executive Director of the Department of Corrections Brian Redd. Photo by Becky Ginos
F-35 Demonstration Team pilots ‘best of the best’
By Becky Ginos | becky.g@davisjournal.com
HILL
AIR FORCE BASE—Hundreds
of thousands of spectators looked to the skies on June 29-30 as planes soared overhead from WWII aircraft all the way up to F-35s for the Warriors Over the Wasatch Airshow. The popular show only happens every two years at Hill Air Force Base (HAFB) and in spite of the high temperatures, people of all ages came out in droves.
“It was a great turnout,” said Nate Poblete, Public Affairs Office with the 388th Fighter Wing and F-35 Demonstration Team. “We felt a lot of love from the community and the state. We had a great time.”
The team travels throughout the state and overseas performing, he said. “We have a 25 plus show season. Our main mission is to recruit, inspire and retain. It’s our main recruiting tool for the Air Force.”
It’s essentially a professional sports team, Poblete said. “Similar to teams like NASCAR, etc. We have a rigorous travel schedule. We’ll travel to Texas next. Before we go the pilots have a debrief and we’ll get the jets ready to make sure they’re qualified to fly. They fly to the destination and the pilots fly on a commercial plane.”
They’re constantly on the road, he said. “It's rigorous training from beginning to end. It’s a well oiled machine. It’s a great comparison to the sports industry with what we do.”
The airmen are the best of the best at Hill, said Poblete. “It’s an extremely hard process to become an air pilot. It takes roughly six months to a year to be selected for the demonstration team. Then a four star general has to approve their certification.”
Melanie Kluesner, whose call sign is Mach, is the pilot for the team. “This is her first year at HAFB. She came from Arizona. It’s great to watch a new member of the team. It’s a great moment for her. She’s really excited to be here.”
Poblete said the team always brings a safety officer. “It’s about an eight member
team. They’re on the ground to provide live feedback. That way they make sure the routine is safe.”
The goal of the show is to inspire young people to get excited about the Air Force and what they can do and become, said Kevin Ireland, Executive Director of the Utah Air Show Foundation. “Seven out of 10 pilots in the Air Force are inspired by the air show because as a child their dad or grandpa took them to a show. That’s how it got started.”
The air show featured a historical aircraft team called Yellow Thunder, he said. “They’re out of Canada. They flew a T-6 trainer and a P-51 from WWII as part of the Heritage Flight.”
New to the show was Tora, Tora, Tora. “It’s a WWII aircraft reenactment of the bombing of Pearl Harbor.”
The Beck family came out to the show on the practice day. “I’ve been on base because I’m with the Roy Fire Department,” said dad, Cameron. “My favorite is the Thunderbirds. I love to watch them. It’s awesome. I also liked the Heritage Flight to see the older planes.”
“I think it’s cool how people can do that,” said 10-year-old Kambri. “This is my first time to come.”
“I liked the Heritage Flight,” said mom, Angie. “It’s so touching.”
“This is the best job in the Air Force,” said Poblete. “All the hard work is worth it. It’s a team effort. There is no ‘I’ in team, they’re all important. You can’t do one without the other. The ground crew is pivotal for everything we do. They’re the backbone they should get just as much credit as the performers. We’re family.”
A lot goes behind every air show, he said. “I’m proud to be part of the team.”
“The best thing is watching people with their grandkids or kids,” said Ireland. “To see the kids say ‘wow, I want to do that.’ That’s my thrill. That’s my payback.” l
“Tora, Tora, Tora,” a commemorative recreation of the Japanese attack on Pearl Harbor, is displayed as part of the Warriors over the Wasatch airshow at Hill Air Force Base June 30, 2024. U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Jack Rodgers
Aerobatic pilot Skip Stewart performs stunts during the Air Show June 29, 2024 at Hill Air Force Base. U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Kayla Barker
The U.S. Air Force Thunderbirds perform during the Warriors Over the Wasatch Air Show. U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Kayla Barker
Spectators gather to watch the show. U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Jack Rodgers
BLAST FROM THE PAST NEWS BRIEFS
Man suspected of shoplifting
The Bountiful Police are seeking help from the public to identify this man suspected of theft. He entered a store in Bountiful and concealed two 3D printed dragons before leaving the store without purchasing the dragons. Please contact the Bountiful City Police Department at 801-298-6000, with any information and reference case B24-07607.
Hawk gets caught in fire station bay
The Layton City Fire Department had a hawk make its way into the fire station bay last week that caused a bit of a stir. In its attempt to escape, it collided with a rafter and became disoriented. Crews came to the rescue and carefully attended to the bird until it regained its bearings, according to a Layton Fire Facebook post. “We’re thrilled to report that, thanks to their efforts, the bird is now safely back in the great outdoors,” the post said. “Just another day of service, not only to our community but also to our local wildlife!”
Farmington man attempts to hijack UTA bus
LAYTON—A 36-year-old Farmington man was arrested last week after attempting to hijack a UTA bus in Layton. According to charging documents,
Compiled by Becky Ginos
Keith Sterling Frandsen allegedly huffed a psycho-toxic chemical from an air duster while he was riding on the bus. Frandsen grabbed the driver’s arm after telling him to stop the bus and then sprayed him in the face with the air duster.
Passengers and the driver got off the bus but Frandsen remained on the bus and “sprayed a fire extinguisher in the interior of the bus,” a probable cause affidavit said.
When he couldn’t drive the bus, Frandsen got off and was met by police, the statement said.
Frandsen resisted arrest and allegedly threw his phone at the arresting officer then tried to burn the officer with a small lighter. He also broke the officer’s radio. The Layton officer received minor abrasions and lacerations to both arms, police said.
Frandsen was booked into the Davis County Jail on suspicion of bus hijacking, a first-degree felony and misdemeanor counts of assault, assault on a police officer, resisting arrest, abuse of a psycho-toxic chemical solvent, disorderly conduct and property damage of less than $500 value.
Employee with the Mosquito Abatement District accused of voyeurism
Kaysville police arrested a 22-year-old man last week for allegedly concealing a camera in a women’s locker room at the Mosquito Abatement District where he was an employee.
Gavin Allen Malo was arrested for investigation of voyeurism. According to a spokesman for the district, he was a field technician and was put on administrative leave.
According to a police affidavit, the investigation began when a woman reported that she saw a camera hidden in a vent about the lockers in the women’s locker room. The woman said the camera was angled in a way “that looked toward the hallway that led from the lockers down to where the toilets and showers were located.”
A memory card from the camera was retrieved by investigators that shows at least 10 females that were in view of the camera, the affidavit stated.
Kaysville Police said the investigation is ongoing.
News stories from yesteryear in Davis County Compiled by Braden Nelsen
1924
Fictitious check artist proves himself artisan
The check artist, who was taken into custody by Marshal Lawson of Bountiful City, Tuesday, and who gave his name as Ben Cook, made his escape from the county jail, where he had been placed for safekeeping, Tuesday night. It is the consensus of opinion of officers that outside aid was rendered in the way of supplying the prisoner with a chisel or like instrument with which he was enabled to remove the bars from the bolts that hold the lock on the door.
1934
Mayor Stocks gets a $3,300 pumping plant for our city
Through the efforts of Mayor J. C. Stocks, Bountiful City is to have a $3,300 pumping plant.
He had applied for government drought control money which was turned down, but continued efforts brought results. Thursday he was notified that his petition had been granted.
1944
Layton sergeant attends dinner at castle in India
Sgt. Jay Willey, husband of Mrs. Betty Lou Willey and son of Mr. and Mrs. Owen W. Willey, Layton, in June was selected to represent a railroad division of the U.S. Army at a dinner with the prince of India in his castle, with seven other Americans, each a member of a division of U.S. Army forces.
1954
Bountiful, Centerville set for big July Fourth celebrations
Bountiful residents and other entertainment seekers will be entertained July 3 and 5 with an unparalleled round of entertainment sponsored by the Local chapters of the American Legion and the Veterans of Foreign Wars.
The kick-off will be 8 p.m. July 3 with a wrestling show, staged at the South Davis junior high grounds.
Monday, July 5, a parade starting at 10 a.m. followed by rides, games, prizes, concessions, fireworks and more prizes.
1964
South Davis ready for Handcart Days
The annual South Davis Handcart Days will be shifted 20 days early this year. Usually held on the 23rd and 24th, the local celebration will be held on July 3rd and 4th this year.
Dates were shifted so there would be no conflict with the Salt Lake celebration. Concessions will begin on July 3rd at 4 P.M. at the city park on 4th North.
1974
Hill AFB honored for recreation
Hill AFB has been honored by the National Industrial Recreation Association. At its recent annual awards luncheon in Atlanta, Ga., Joseph M. Hess, chief of special services at Hill, was presented two certificates of excellence.
The awards were presented for outstanding winter sports and rodeo programs at Hill AFB.
1984
Todd hustled for his dream: carry the Olympic Torch
In high school, Todd Randall sat back and watched his teammates be cheered to victory. Unable to make the team, he was content to be team manager.
Six years later, at age 24, Todd received more praise and more cheering than all his teammates put together. Todd carried the torch in the Olympic Run last Thursday afternoon.
And it was a hometown crowd of several thousand that watched – and cheered – as Todd proudly ran, holding the burning torch high, from 100 North to 840 North Main in Centerville.
CALENDAR OF EVENTS
July 8-14
Farmington Festival Days July 8-13
Children’s bike parade, carnival, chalk art, parade, car show and more Schedule of events at farmington. utah.gov
North Salt Lake Food Trucks Night
Monday, July 8, 5-8 p.m.
Legacy Park, 1140 W. 1100 North
Centerville Gaming Night
Monday, July 8, 6:30-8:30 p.m., FREE
Centerville City Hall Council Room, 250 N. Main Street
Summer Nights With the Stars: Americana Women
Tuesday, July 9, 8 p.m., $10-$20
Ed Kenley Amphitheater, 403 N. Wasatch Drive, Layton
North Salt Lake Senior Lunch Bunch
Wednesday, July 10, 11 a.m. - noon, FREE
NSL City Hall, 10 E. Center Street
Nature Journaling
Wednesday, July 10, 1-2:30 p.m. FREE
Visit the wetlands for fun summer journaling
Eccles Wildlife Education Center, 1157 S. Waterfowl Way, Farmington
Centerville Neighborhood Night
Wednesday, July 10, 6-8 p.m., FREE
Water balloons, volleyball, pickleball and Creamies
Smoot Park, 90 W. 1500 North, Centerville
Bountiful Farmers Market
Thursday, July 11, 4-8 p.m.
Bountiful Town Square, 75 E. 200 South
Bountiful Music in the Park Concert Series: Utah Voices
Friday, July 12, 7 p.m., FREE
Bountiful City Park, 200 W. 400 North
Layton FEST
Friday, July 12, 5:30 p.m. to dusk Food trucks, entertainment, local vendors
Layton Commons Park, 437 N. Wasatch Drive
Free Friday Film Series: The Goonies
Friday, July 12, 7 p.m.
Ed Kenley Amphitheater, 403 N. Wasatch Drive, Layton
Centerville Movie in the Park: 50 First Dates
Friday, July 12, 7:30-10:30 p.m.
William Smith Park, 300 N. 100 East
Cherry Hill Concerts: Spectrum
Friday, July 12, 8:30-10 p.m., FREE
Cherry Hill Grant’s Gulch Stage, 1325 S. Main Street, Kaysville
Summer Nights With the Stars: Pixie and the Partygrass Boys
Saturday, July 13, 8 p.m., $10-$20
Ed Kenley Amphitheater, 403 N. Wasatch Drive, Layton
Movie at Town Square: Wonka
Saturday, July 13, FREE
Activities start at 8:30
Movie starts at 9:30
Bountiful Town Square, 75 E. 200 South
Free Sunday Concert Series: Riverton Jazz Band
Sunday, July 14, 7 p.m., FREE
Ed Kenley Amphitheater, 403 N. Wasatch Drive, Layton
Send event info to peri.k@davisjournal. com for inclusion in the Davis Journal community calendar.
Compiled by Peri Kinder
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Look through the newspaper for a number to place on each chair of the Ferris Wheel so that the numbers on two chairs across from each other and the number in the center of the Ferris Wheel add up to 15.
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Historians know that people found ways to have thrilling, high-speed rides long before the invention of the roller coaster. But the thing that people rode was not originally designed for playing around. It was designed to help people do hard, dangerous work.
One of these early thrill rides was “Gravity Road” in the mountains of Pennsylvania. It was really mining carts designed to deliver coal from the mines down a steep mountainside to boats in a canal.
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How? Just follow the Decoder Directions below for clues.
Figure out what mystery letter each number stands for by following the clues in order using the Kid Scoop Wonderland map.
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From the Main Entrance Gate, go to the rst ride just north of the entrance. This mystery letter is the sixth letter of the second word of the ride’s name.
= From that ride, head north to Tia’s Tacos. This mystery letter is the last letter of the ride’s name located just east of Tia’s.
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Head to the southwest corner of the park. The mystery letter is the one that’s rst in both words of this ride’s name.
From there, head east to Timber Games. This mystery letter is the third letter of the attraction north of Timber Games.
Now, head west The mystery letter is the fth letter in that spinning ride’s name.
Head north to Pizza Plaza. Then, head northeast to have a refreshing drink. The mystery letter is the rst letter of this stand’s name.
Go northwest and take the Sky Tram to the northeast corner of the park. Get a scoop at the spot just south of the tram station. The next mystery letter is the rst letter of the second word in this stand’s name.
Cut out a number from the newspaper that comes before and after each number on these balloons:
Cut out five numbers from today’s newspaper. Rewrite each number in a different way. If the number is all digits, rewrite in word format. If the number is written as a word, write using digits.
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Timber Games
MegaMaze
Snack Shack
Haunted House
Ice Cream Corner
Souvenirs
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TELEVISION GUIDE
Hollywood Q&A
By Adam Thomlison TV Media
Q: Is it true they’re remaking “The Day of the Jackal”? Do people really still care about plots to assassinate Charles de Gaulle?
A: Yes and, seemingly, no.
Peacock and U.K. broadcaster Sky are indeed producing a miniseries adaptation of the classic spy novel “The Day of the Jackal” by Frederick Forsyth. It’s due out sometime later this year.
But the official description says it will
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be a “contemporary reimagining” of the original, which suggests that French President Charles de Gaulle will not be the target of the mysterious assassinfor-hire known only as “the Jackal.”
Of course, they could just make de Gaulle the president of modern-day France — or any other country, for that matter, since it’s a “reimagining.” But, given that he was barely even a character in the book, existing mostly as a catalyst for the plot, the French Resistance heroturned-president could be subbed out for any other leader without disturbing the book’s plot too much.
There’s another big indicator that it won’t be de Gaulle in the crosshairs this time: in this adaptation, the titular Jackal, to be played by Eddie Redmayne (“Fantastic Beasts and Where to Find Them,” 2016), is not being chased by a
relatively undistinguished French cop as in the book.
Instead, he’s being chased by an agent of Britain’s MI6 spy agency, to be played by Lashana Lynch. It’s familiar territory for Lynch, who’s best known for playing James Bond’s successor in the 2021 spy smash “No Time to Die.”
Q: What is the guy who played Luke Cage doing now? I’ve given up on that show coming back.
A: Mike Colter has moved on to another full-time TV gig, while also keeping up a burgeoning film career. In short, he’s keeping busy.
He jumped straight into another TV hit after “Luke Cage,” in fact. Since 2019, less than a year after the Netflix comic book series ended, he’s been starring in
the Paramount+ supernatural drama “Evil,” which is currently in its fourth and final season.
And at the same time, he’s starred in a succession of mid-budget action and drama films, such as the 2022 biographical drama “I’m Charlie Walker” (playing the title role) and, oddly, the 2022 Koreanlanguage actioner “Carter.”
One of those movies stands out, though, for really over-delivering on its budget. “Plane” (2023), starring Colter and Gerard Butler (“300,” 2006), seemed like a pretty generic popcorn flick, but it was a surprise box-office smash. And so, they’re now doing preliminary work on a sequel.
All that is to say, Colter’s in demand.
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Monday
The Bachelorette
(4) KTVX 7 p.m.
She may have finished fifth in Joey Graziadei’s season of “The Bachelor,” but 26-year-old Jenn Tran, a physician assistant student, is ready to break some hearts in this season premiere. She’s bubbly, charming and the first AsianAmerican Bachelorette.
The 1% Club (13) KSTU 8 p.m.
A new batch of contestants join for this new episode, vying for cash prizes by answering questions that only a fraction of the population can answer correctly. This week welcomes a singing librarian, a funicular railway employee and a district attorney.
The Wall (5) KSL 9 p.m.
There’s nothing more intimidating than facing down a 40-foot wall. However, a first responder duo must get over their fears quickly in order to answer trivia questions correctly for a chance at a lifechanging $12 million. Chris Hardwick hosts.
Tuesday
Celebrity Family Feud
(4) KTVX 7 p.m.
Fifty years ago, Richard Dawson introduced “Family Feud” to the world — and things haven’t been the same since. From there, a slew of hosts took over until current host Steve Harvey came along in 2010. This special looks back at the show’s history.
Sasha Reid and the Midnight Order FREE 11 p.m.
In this series premiere, developmental psychologist Dr. Sasha Reid and her allfemale investigative team come together to examine and study the minds of serial killers. Using their Missing and Murdered Database, they map the trajectory of killers.
Wednesday
Ocean’s Eleven AMC 6 p.m.
Charm, charisma and a good plan go a long way for Danny Ocean (George Clooney), who, less than 24 hours after being paroled, has planned the most elaborate heist in Las Vegas history with the help of his friends. “Oceans Twelve” airs next.
Who Wants to Be a Millionaire (4) KTVX 7 p.m.
Celebrity contestants can use their lifelines once more as Jimmy Kimmel
returns as host in this season premiere. The questions get harder and harder as celebs work in pairs for a chance to win up to $1 million for charities of their choosing.
Thursday
The 2024 ESPYS (4) KTVX 7 p.m.
Live from the Dolby Theatre in LA, tennis legend Serena Williams hosts as numerous celebrities from the world of sports and entertainment gather to celebrate outstanding achievement, spectacular moments and leading performers from the past year in sports.
Great White Danger Zone DISC 11 p.m.
Like travel agents, great white sharks are always on the lookout for the next hotspot. They find a new spot to enjoy off the coast of South Africa. Alison Towner and her team bring everything from fin cameras to tracking tags to research their behavior.
Friday
WWE Friday Night SmackDown (13) KSTU 7 p.m.
The smoke is headed north as the stars of WWE do battle in Toronto’s Scotiabank Arena a mere 24 hours before Money in the Bank. Expect a raucous Canadian crowd as the likes of Bayley, Cody Rhodes and Canada’s own Kevin Owens take to the mat.
The Big Bakeover (30) KUCW 8 p.m.
Hoping to avoid “bakeruptcy,” a talented cheesecake maker invites Nancy Birtwhistle to his shop, asking for her assistance in taking his deli cious tarts to the next level in order to make more sales and to support his family and honor his late father.
Fantasmas
HBO
Runner” didn’t have enough absurdity or talking toilets, this season finale of Julio Torres’ performance art series sees the
comedian search for the lost golden oyster earring among a cast of wacky characters and television parodies.
Saturday Memory
SHOW 7 p.m.
Sylvia (Jessica Chastain) is a social worker whose regimented life becomes anything but after Saul (Peter Sarsgaard) follows her home after her high school reunion. Their connection unlocks each other’s past experiences, joining together as outcasts.
48 Hours
(2) KUTV 8 p.m.
Viewers discover the truth about the biggest crimes and the most important justice cases in the United States, thanks to the investigative reporting of Erin Moriarty, Peter Van Sant, Natalie Morales and their fellow CBS News reporters.
Sunday
Tulsa King (2) KUTV 7 p.m.
The hit streaming series starring Sylvester Stallone as fresh out of prison New York mafia capo, Dwight “The General” Manfredi, makes its network debut. Exiled to what might as well be another planet — Tulsa, Okla. — Dwight begins to build a crew.
House of the Dragon
HBO 7 p.m.
Following the death of King Viserys (Paddy Considine), Westeros is plunged into turmoil. Despite Aegon (Tom GlynnCarney) taking up the Iron Throne, House Targaryen is splitting at the seams as
Wednesday
(7) KUED 7 p.m.
Dynamic Planet
In this series premiere it gets tornadoes erupts in Rolling Rock, Ark.. Hundreds of videos of the event were twister touched down in
Celebrity Profile
By Jay Bobbin TV Media
Elizabeth Banks is pressing her own luck as a game show host, but since she’s entering her sixth season in that role, it’s a low risk for her at this point.
The actress (now earning raves for “A Mistake”) and filmmaker has been overseeing ABC’s revival of “Press Your Luck,” also as an executive producer along with her husband, Max Handelman. While repeats have been shown lately, the program starts new episodes Thursday, July 18. Though the network has used it at other times of the year, it’s principally been a summer staple, and its familiarity to viewers is now inspiring its use as the leadin for a new ABC game: “Lucky 13,” hosted by former NBA star Shaquille O’Neill and actress Gina Rodriguez (“Jane the Virgin”).
Banks doesn’t mind getting a bit saucy as she guides three players through each “Press Your Luck” episode’s opening game. They take spins on a giant board that lists prizes — some tailored to the given player’s interests — and cash awards. They try not to hit a so-called “Whammy” when they push a button that stops the movement on the board, but if they do, they lose their winnings accumulated in the game until then. The highest winner then proceeds to another game of their own, with even bigger rewards offered.
Get ready for the future of planet Earth in the series finale of “Dynamic Planet,” airing Wednesday, July 10, on PBS. This finale explores how science, nature and tradition can help humanity get ready for the future to come. Despite rising seas, glacier melts and burning forests, there is still hope.
“I had no expectations,” Banks reflects of deciding to revisit “Press Your Luck” (originally a 1983-86 CBS daytime show) in its current incarnation. “It just felt that it would be a fun thing to do, and that for me and my family to have that kind of thing to watch would be really great. The [Season 1] ratings were good, but you just never know what to plan for, especially with what it takes to compete in broadcast TV now. I do believe we’ve improved the gameplay; it’s just so much more exciting.”
With exit doors blowing off, landing gear falling on neighborhoods, wings ripping apart and engine covers shooting into the skies, you’d think airlines would be handing out free puppies and hundred-dollar bills, trying to convince people to support air travel. You’d be wrong.
Instead of lowering ticket prices (in your dreams), dropping baggage fees (you’re bonkers) or making flights more comfortable (ROFL), airlines double down on lazy, expensive service.
Even when Southwest Airlines (whose motto is “Sit Down and Shut Up”) was fined $140 million for leaving thousands of holiday passengers stranded, the industry knows we will travel. And we’ll pay any price.
If airlines have open seats, and the flight takes off in a week, instead of offering reduced prices, ticket costs rise. Once, after we purchased airline tickets, we got an alert that prices had jumped $1,000 per ticket. That’s bananas!
Recently, my husband and I flew Hawaiian Airlines for the first time. With its slogan, “Well, you could just drive to Honolulu,” we didn’t expect great service, and we weren’t disappointed.
We settled into our six-hour flight with its panic-inducing, claustrophobic seating, only to find movie screens weren’t provided.
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However, we could download the airline’s app to watch movies on our phones, as long as it was downloaded an hour before boarding. So, as soon as time travel is invented, I can go back, download the app and have access to movies for our flight.
We left early in the morning and breakfast sandwiches were offered to passengers with normal digestive systems. If your body treats gluten like poison, you get to starve or purchase a box of gluten-free crackers and hummus. I’ve learned to pack snacks because, like the United Airlines motto states, “Suck it up. We’re not your mom.”
As we flew through the skies, we played games like, “Is it turbulence or did we just lose the landing gear?” and “Annoy Fellow Passengers.” I think I won that when I reclined my seat from 90 degrees to 95 degrees. The woman behind me sighed like a passive-aggressive parent who was not mad, just extremely disappointed.
On the way home from the Big Island
of Hawaii, we ended up running through the Honolulu airport because our connecting flight was late. We dashed to our terminal, which is not the best way to end a vacation, especially after eating your weight in kalua pork and fish tacos.
Net profits for the airline industry are set to hit more than $30 billion this year. Even Boeing (“Safety is Our 15th Priority”) knows it can install faulty parts, disregard safety inspections and hunt down whistleblowers because people will always want to fly.
Boeing stock is dropping faster than its Max 737s but the company doesn’t seem concerned. Even when people bounce off the ceilings due to cockpit issues or have to make an emergency landing in Denver be-
cause a passenger is stuck in the bathroom, Boeing knows people will fork over handfuls of cash to travel.
Passengers expect delays, cancellations and lackadaisical assistance. Any other industry would hire a fancy PR team to encourage people to use its services but the airline industry doesn’t give a flying fig about its image.
Even with its rock-bottom reputation, the airline industry has us over a barrel. With wheels ricocheting off the runway, engines catching fire and toilet waste flooding the cabin, passengers continue to pay increasing costs for the “luxury” of travel. And, like the Delta slogan states, “We Really Don’t Care.”
