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 compar-
By Becky Ginos | becky.g@davisjournal.com
“Tora, Tora, Tora,” a commemorative recreation of the Japanese attack on Pearl Harbor, is displayed as part
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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
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
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Aerobatic pilot Skip Stewart performs stunts during the Air Show June 29, 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
Former addict overcomes barriers to reclaim her life
By Becky Ginos
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
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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
Getting to Know Nicholas Noble at Family Medicine Kaysville
Nicholas Noble, DO, is a boardcertified primary care physician who’s worked at Family Medicine Kaysville for six years. Dr. Noble graduated summa cum laude with a medical laboratory science degree from Weber State University and earned his medical degree at Des Moines University. He served two medical missions to Ghana while a student and a mission to Honduras as a physician. Dr. Noble enjoys mountain biking, snowboarding, kayaking and board game design.
Tell me about your Family Medicine Kaysville.
CommonSpirit is a longstanding healthcare organization with an outstanding reputation. Our particular clinic started business in Kaysville about a couple of years before I began there. We offer a wide variety of services as family medicine is where everything usually begins.
What services do you provide?
We offer wellness visits yearly for patients of every age. We also do a variety of procedures in the office
such as joint injections, biopsies, mole removal, abscess drainage, laceration sutures, etc. We have a particular focus on weight loss medical management.
What sets your clinic apart?
Our company focuses on highquality patient care with availability to all patients. We have recently expanded so we can continue our excellent availability. Patients can be seen in our office for same-day appointments whether they are established, new, having acute care, or chronic care as needed. We recently hired another provider to make sure there is no delay in care for our patients.
What problems do you solve for patients?
It is becoming more difficult to get an appointment with a doctor, even for established patients. It is also difficult to spend time with a doctor to express all your needs or questions. Our clinic emphasizes making sure that we provide the highest quality of care while having the time for same-day appointments and lets each patient express the concerns that brought them to the doctor.
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There are a variety of ways people find their doctor. Either through friends or family, through online reviews, or their insurance website. Some just see the closest clinic to their house. However, patients should seek a doctor who will value their medical care, concerns and time. Our vision is a healthier future for all – inspired by faith, driven by innovation and powered by our humanity.
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Compassion. After working at our hospitals and clinics, many of our team members actively participate in our communities to improve lives outside our walls. I serve in our Kaysville Rotary Club and was president last year.
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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 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.”
By Becky Ginos | becky.g@davisjournal.com
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 trans-
plantation. 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
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
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
Kaysville approves Interlocal Agreement for third-party Residential Building Inspectors
By Cindi Mansell | c.mansell@mycityjournals.com
Duringthe last legislative session, the Utah Legislature adopted SB 185, which states if a residential building inspection cannot be provided within three days of the requested date, the contractor can utilize a list of approved third-party inspectors to have that inspection completed. State Code allows the third-party inspectors to be another municipality.
Kaysville City staff worked with Farmington City, Syracuse City, and the City of West Haven to develop an interlocal agreement (ILA) for those inspection services. As a type of mutual aid to one another, these cities are willing to serve as third-party inspectors in each other’s jurisdictions. For those rare occasions when they are short-staffed
or require an additional inspector, the City currently holds a contract with both Shums Coda and WC3 for inspection services. These services are billed at a rate of a half day ($400) or full day ($800). The ILA and services with the participating cities would be provided without any cost.
SB 185 requires that a list of at least three third-party inspectors be available. Approval of the ILA allows Kaysville to comply with new state law. While the City does not track this data, it is a rare occurrence when they cannot accommodate an inspection request within three days. Staff would estimate that 99% of the time, they are able to meet this metric. l
Kaysville will contract with Bountiful for 911 dispatch service in 2025
By Cindi Mansell | c.mansell@mycityjournals.com
No one really questions who manages the 911 Dispatch Center or where those calls go, as long as they are answered. Kaysville currently contracts with the Davis County Sheriff’s Office for 911 dispatching services. Layton and Bountiful are the only options in addition to Davis County.
Layton’s estimated annual fee for Kaysville was $405,000. While Layton provides excellent service and will be in a brand-new building, the cost of going to Bountiful will only be $144,000 per year. Bountiful has provided dispatching services to other cities for a number of years, including Centerville and Woods Cross, and city staff are comfortable with the level of service they provide. Bountiful’s fee is even less than what Kaysville is current-
ly paying to Davis County ($157,683).
The City Council recently executed an agreement for terminating 911 dispatch services with Davis County after Dec. 31, 2024, and initiating services with Bountiful, effective Jan. 1, 2025. Bountiful will be entitled to Kaysville’s distribution of 911 phone service fees that are currently paid by the state to the county on behalf of Kaysville. The proposed agreement with the county would have the county forward these fees to Bountiful until Bountiful begins receiving them directly from the state after three years. Kaysville is ultimately responsible for paying these fees to Bountiful, which would amount to $200,532 in year one, $133,667 in year two, and $67,501 in year three. l
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By Cindi Mansell | c.mansell@mycityjournals.com
Kaysville Fire Chief Paul Erickson recently made a presentation to the City Council to recognize Firefighter Brent Law for 35 years of service with Kaysville City. He said it is uncommon to have someone work for 35 years (in addition to a full-time job with the Federal Government Forest Service).
Law said in 1988, he had explored working for the Kaysville Police Department. He talked with the Chief and offered to volunteer, ride along, and help with community events. He liked it but his parents were not happy. Law had grown up on a farm in West Kaysville working with animals and was then interested in veterinarian school. After that, he looked to be an EMT and provide medical care (to people instead of animals).
Law received his EMT certification in the spring of 1989 and began work with Kaysville City Fire. He recalls the days
of Motorola pagers and old equipment. He said the new vehicles and new station as well as numbers of staffing the shifts have greatly improved. Law said, “he likes to make a difference and is grateful for the opportunity to have provided all these years of service and to have met such great people along the way.” He said he is grateful for the support of the Fire Chief, city staff, elected officials, and for the love and understanding of his wife of 41 years, his five children and 12 grandchildren.
Law said he is not sure how much longer he will continue to work, but he loves the department and his time spent there.
“The city has come a long way under the direction and support of Chief Erickson,” he said, and he is excited to have had this opportunity. l
Bountiful Police Dispatch Center will take over services for Kaysville in 2025. Courtesy photo/Bountiful Police Department Facebook
Kaysville Fire Chief Paul Erickson and the City Council recognize Brent Law for his 35 years of service with the city. Photo courtesy of Kaysville City
Kaysville Police Department – 2023 Annual Report
By Cindi Mansell | c.mansell@mycityjournals.com
The mission of the Kaysville Police Department is to protect the lives, property, and rights of all people through prevention, professionalism, and partnership with the community, as guided by the Constitution of this great state and country. They aim to enforce the law impartially with a reverence for human life and to provide service with compassion, integrity, and honor. Chief Solomon Oberg gave the Kaysville City Council the 2023 Annual Report at a recent council meeting.
Kaysville City Police responded to 11,944 calls for service in 2023. The Top 10 calls for service (from most to least) include: Traffic Enforcement, Citizen Assist, Extra Patrol, Suspicious Circumstance, Medical Assist, Agency Assist, Traffic Accident, Juvenile Problem, Residential/Business Alarm, and 911 hang-ups. In 2023, 301 adults and 30 juveniles were arrested in comparison to 303 adults and 67 juveniles in 2022. Traffic stops and citations both saw an increase, as did traffic accidents.
Utah law requires every police officer to complete 40 hours of training per year to maintain their peace officer certification. In 2023, officers completed 21 different types of training classes, including active shooter response, autism for law enforcement,
child abduction response and exploitation, De-Escalation and Minimizing Use of Force, etc.
Notable events for the year include Oberg being awarded 2022 Chief of the Year by the Utah Chiefs of Police Association in March 2023; Kaysville being ranked as the second safest city for the second year in a row; and accomplishing consolidated dispatch service so that Kaysville is the same as every other law enforcement agency in Davis County. “This project has been in the works for a couple of years and should provide interoperability and the ability to see crime and other reports from all agencies that they previously have not had,” Oberg said.
The workload for the officers as well as the front office staff continues to grow. Oberg discussed the difficulties in accomplishing the same tasks due to volume. He said the front office staff had recently turned over because those positions were overworked and burned out. He said soon, he will have to address this staffing issue. In the meantime, starting over has provided the opportunity to try to find efficiencies that can be made within the workload and to take a fresh look at duties. For instance, the department provides a disposal bin for
the public to safely and confidentially dispose of their unwanted or expired medication. In 2023, they destroyed 207.20 pounds of prescription drugs that were received in the pharmaceutical disposal bin. Oberg said the department will not be accepting these drugs for the near future until front office changes can be made (Davis Behavioral Mental Health is the closest alternative location and staff also has a list of drop-off alternatives). He said the DARE Program has also been paused due to workforce and resources needing to be evaluated.
Oberg discussed the FBI National Academy Program he attended for 10 weeks this year to bring police departments across the country together to share resources and become more efficient. It is a leadership, communication/networking and fitness training program held at Quantico and is funded through their budget. He
discussed the benefits of having a huge resource of people to call and share solutions and policies, as well as grant information. A total of 54,565 graduates have completed the National Academy since its inception in 1935.
To maintain grant funding, Victim Services Coordinator Jennifer Winchester and Walter the therapy dog briefed the Council on multiple grant programs. She discussed specific instances or situations with successful outcomes and talked about navigating the justice system with and without victim advocates to paint a picture of the benefits.
Oberg highlighted numerous awards and recognitions within the department and complimented his staff and expertise within. The Mayor and City Council thanked Oberg and the entire department for their service. l
Chief Solomon Oberg was awarded 2022 Chief of the Year by the Utah Chiefs of Police Association in March 2023. Courtesy photo
Increasing incidents of vandalism and trespassing along the Rail Trail
By Cindi Mansell | c.mansell@mycityjournals.com
The Rail Trail, once a serene and scenic pathway for leisurely walks and bike rides, is now facing a troubling trend of vandalism, destruction of property, graffiti, littering, and individuals trespassing onto private properties.
In recent months, there has been a noticeable uptick in reports of criminal activity along various sections of the Rail Trail, but especially in the areas surrounding 200 North. From defaced fences and litter-strewn pathways to unauthorized entry into private properties adjacent to the trail, these incidents not only mar the natural beauty of the area but also pose safety risks to both residents and visitors.
In light of these concerning developments, Kaysville City is urging residents to remain vigilant and report any suspicious
activity or instances of vandalism to the local authorities promptly. Prompt reporting of such incidents can aid law enforcement in their efforts to identify and apprehend those responsible for these unlawful acts. Individuals found to be engaging in unlawful activities will be subject to penalties and fines under the law. Perpetrators will be held accountable for their actions, and strict enforcement measures will be pursued to maintain the safety and integrity of the Rail Trail and surrounding areas.
The Rail Trail serves as a valuable recreational resource for residents of Kaysville. Let us work together to combat illegal activities, ensuring that it remains a safe and inviting space for all. l
Police & Popsicles Event fun for police and community
By Cindi Mansell | c.mansell@mycityjournals.com
The Kaysville Police Department is always out doing fun things within the community (not just Cops and Lemonade). They recently had their first successful Police and Popsicles event and credit the
North Salt Lake Police Department for the idea. Kaysville PD would love to continue this event with other members of the community. l
Officer Gobles and Officer Benson join in a race, and hands-up-stands-up competition after cooling off with popsicles. Photo Credit – Kaysville PD
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The Scratch Pad offers new heights of fun and fitness
BOUNTIFUL—It’s seldom that people can find a new hobby that is exciting and engaging as well as a great workout, but the opportunities provided by The Scratch Pad in Bountiful are all these things and more. This unexpected sport, called “Dry Tooling” is relatively new on the scene, but it’s something definitely worth looking into.
At the most basic, dry tooling is essentially ice climbing without the ice and has been practiced, in one form or another since ice climbing itself began. It’s a fascinating sport that requires a lot of time, thought, and patience, and it’s one that Scratch Pad owner and operator Dustin Lyons has dedicated his career to.
Lyons and a climbing/business partner started the original Scratch Pad in 2021 in Orem, Utah with some traditional rock climbing holds in a shared space warehouse. It wasn’t long before word got out, and the small, but passionate dry tooling crowd found them out and began coming to practice in their facility.
It was during that time that Lyons and his gym trained and sponsored a youth dry tooling team, including the now three-time youth world champion in his age bracket, Landers Gaydosh. The big challenge he faced, however, was the distance from the hub of dry tooling in Utah: Salt Lake City. Then, an unexpected global pandemic put a further strain on the business, and some hard decisions had to be made.
In 2022, Lyons’ partner stepped away from the gym, and he had a tough decision to make: “I had to decide what I was going to do with the business,” Lyons said. Should he shutter the gym, and save himself the money? Or should he try and keep the business going somewhere closer, and more affordable? Ultimately, the decision came down to something Lyons told himself about the people who loved his gym.
“I don’t want to let the community down, and I don’t want to let me down,” he said. So, the search began. After a promising location in Salt Lake fell through, Lyons saw a message from the owner of the building he’s currently in: “Does anybody have a gym that needs a space?” With plenty of help from friends and volunteers, Lyons moved the salvaged equipment from his previous gym out of storage and into the current space in Bountiful.
The Scratch Pad, as a dry tooling gym, is almost a one-of-a-kind facility, with only the Ice Coop in Boulder Colorado running a similar model, it’s certainly the only gym of its kind in the Beehive State. Although the sport is still in its infancy, according to Lyons, “we bring people from all over the country.” These people can train, compete, and polish their skills for international competition, just like the others who have
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trained with Lyons in his space.
Although the community is small, it’s one that Lyons and others are committed to growing. In addition to free climbing, Lyons offers classes for different age ranges and skill levels, and the sport is catching on with many of the younger students. In a recent course taught to 6-9-year-olds, Lyons reported that, despite touching on traditional rock climbing, the cry was echoed each day, “Are we going to dry tool today?”
The Scratch Pad is open Mondays, Wednesdays and Fridays from 4 p.m. -10 p.m., with classes and team training on Tuesdays and Thursdays. However, Lyons said, due to the nature of the building that hosts the gym, they are able to offer a premium membership which allows members to come and climb at nearly any time of the day or night. While it may be intim-
idating to start a new sport like this, the best thing to do, Lyons said, is to start.
“When people come and try (dry tooling), they absolutely love it.” And though it may be looked at as somewhat of an extreme sport, “We take safety quite seriously here,” said Lyons, and dry toolers from every skill level are looked after, and given
the tools, equipment, and skills to ensure their safety at all times. More information on The Scratch Pad, memberships, classes, and more can all be found on their website, at climbthescratchpad.com/. l
Climbers scale the walls, while others plan their route.
Lyons instructs students in the youth class before they scale the wall.. Photos courtesy of The Scratch Pad, Dustin Lyons
Dustin Lyons demonstrates a “Figure-4” hold.
Lyons instructs a student.
BLAST FROM THE PAST NEWS BRIEFS
Compiled by Becky Ginos
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,
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
Compiled by Peri Kinder
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
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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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Use the Kid Scoop Wonderland Amusement Park map to nd the letters for each of the code numbers to complete the mystery news story.
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.
AMUSEMENT CLUES EGG GRAVITY LOFTY MAP MYSTERY PARK ROCKY RODE SKY SPACE STORY TORN WORK
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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.
Standards Link: Math: Number sense.
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Main Entrance Gate
Timber Games
MegaMaze
Snack Shack
Haunted House
Ice Cream Corner
Souvenirs
2024 by Vicki Whiting, Editor Je Schinkel, Graphics Vol.
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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Fight or Flight
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.”
