Kaysville/Fruit Heights Journal | June 2024

FRUIT HEIGHTS CITY PLANS VETERANS MEMORIAL

FRUIT HEIGHTS—In an effort to remember those veterans who sacrificed for the country’s freedom, Fruit Heights City plans to erect a permanent memorial at City Hall for those men and women who served.

“It’s been an ongoing effort in the city,” said committee member and 30year Fruit Heights resident, Jim Frazier, Lt Col, Ret. “It’s finally moving forward.”

Several years ago a committee attempted to do the same thing but because of cost, etc. it fell apart and didn’t go anywhere, he said. “When (city council member) Mark Cottrell was campaigning for city council I knew him and said ‘let’s try getting an initiative going again.’”

Frazier said the current committee, made up of 10 residents, recently gave a presentation about the project to the council. “The city council and the mayor were all for it.”

The Fruit Heights Veterans Memorial is made of native Utah sandstone and will be placed between the flag poles at City Hall, he said. There are three stones, a central stone commemorating the various branches of the military with “Home of the Free, Because of the Brave” engraved on it. “It will be flanked on both sides with the veterans' names,” he said. “The initial plan is to get as many Fruit Heights veterans as we can right now and add them as time goes on. The goal is to have it installed by the Founder’s Day celebration in August.”

In order to complete the project, Frazier said they need the help of the community for donations. “We’ve picked the

By Becky Ginos | becky.g@davisjournal.com

stone but need the money to have the stone company start it.”

The stones, plus initial engraving of names, will cost approximately $10,000, committee member Robert Christiansen said in a release.“The committee has raised about half of these costs and is turning to the community and others who would like to see this memorial to raise additional funds.”

Frazier said the memorial is to honor those who have been or are now residents of Fruit Heights and have served in the armed forces of the United States. “We’re collecting applications to have a name placed on the memorial.”

The application should include the name of the veteran, branch of service, permission to place the name on the memorial and certification that the individual has served and been honorably discharged, or is now serving in the armed forces.

A veteran himself, Frazier sees the importance of the monument. He joined the Air Force in 1971 during the Vietnam conflict and received his pilot's wings in 1973 and was assigned to Tactical and Military Air Commands flying the C-130. He flew worldwide airlift missions in Europe, Asia, Central and South America, Africa and Alaska for various organizations such as NATO, United Nations and Joint Services. Frazier was awarded several medals including a National Defense Service Medal with a Bronze Star.

Despite the long list of military service, Frazier remains humble. “I don’t want this to be about me,” he said. “It’s the whole committee who is doing this.”

DAVIS, BOUNTIFUL SOFTBALL CLOSE OUT HISTORIC SEASONS

By Catherine Garrett | c.garrett@mycityjournals.com

DavisFifth-seeded Davis defeated No. 4 Pleasant Grove 9-5 May 21 in the first round of bracket play at the 6A state tournament. The Darts jumped out to an 8-0 lead after two innings and held on for the win.

Sophomore Jewel Korth drove in five runs with a 2-for-3 plate performance, which included a home run and two runs scored. Seniors Rayleigh Starnes and Lauryn Hall also had an RBI while sophomore Serena Roth was the winning pitcher on the mound.

“We have had a historical year for Davis softball, being region champions

and now we are in the final six teams of the state,” said head coach Todd Street. Against top-ranked Riverton May 21, Davis lost 14-4, giving up runs in each inning. Roth and Hall each drove in a run in the loss.

Continuing in bracket play, the Darts again faced Pleasant Grove May 22 but this time lost 15-5. Davis was down 8-0 before they got on the board and 14-1 going into the later innings in the loss that ended their season.

Senior Sydney Marrelli drove in two runs while Hall and senior Jada Chilton also recorded an RBI.

The application to submit a veteran’s name is available at the Fruit Heights City offices or by calling 801-546-0861. The application should be received by July 31, 2024. After the initial engraving, additional names will be added for an additional cost each year, or as necessary.

Donations of any amount can be made at Fruit Heights City Hall, 910 S. Mountain Road, or at www.fruitheightscity.com or by calling City Hall at 801546-0861. Checks should be made out to Fruit Heights City with Veterans Memo-

rial written on the memo line.

“Our freedom as Americans is one of our most cherished possessions,” Christiansen said in the release. “We are so grateful for these freedoms, but they have not come without cost. We strive to never forget these brave Americans who were willing to give their lives that we can be free. It is our honor and responsibility to honor and remember these men and women for generations to come.” l

2024 GRADUATING YOUTH CITY COUNCIL MEMBERS

By Cindi Mansell / c.mansell@mycityjournals.com

The City Council recently congratulated 11 graduating Youth City Council members, recognizing their dates served and accomplishments. The Youth City Council is a group of youth leaders who learn and serve around the city. Council members look forward to these students participating in this great civic opportunity and grateful for their interest in the program.

The members are: Grace Mabey (2020-2023); Kaiya Cisney (20202024); Makaela Heath (2020-2024); Maddie Miller (2022-2024)/Youth Mayor (2023-2024); Kate Miller (20222024); Mia Schimmer (2022-2024); Lileigh Kimmel (2023-2024); Jane

Weston (2023-2024); Raegan Larsen (2023-2024); Kaden West (2023-2024); and Morgan Becker (2023-2024)/New Youth City Council logo design. These youth were officially sworn in at the Oct. 5, 2023, City Council meeting. Members attend Davis and Farmington High Schools, and Centennial and Kaysville Junior High Schools. Students are selected based on their experience in leadership, community, and extracurricular activities, and how they can overall contribute to the Youth City Council program. Linda Francis is the Youth Council Advisor and City Councilmember John Adams serves as their liaison. l

The memorial will be made of native Utah sandstone. The center stone commemorates the various branches of the military with “Home of the Free, Because of the Brave” engraved on it. Photo courtesy of Jim Frazier

Davis High’s Serena Roth, who was named co-Region 1 MVP, was 15-2 on the mound for the Darts this year.

The sophomore pitcher recorded 114 strikeouts on the year. Photo courtesy Holly Marrelli

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Summer is upon us and tis the season for yard work. See the charts for examples of acceptable and unacceptable items for your green waste bin. It’s difficult to recycle green waste into compost when it’s mixed with garbage, so make sure to keep it clean.

Acceptable items include tree and shrub trimmings, wood pallets, clean lumber, leaves, lawn clippings, manure and chopped limbs. Examples of unacceptable items include sod and dirt, rocks, painted/ stained and pressure treated lumber, treated wood, plywood, particle board, and siding.l

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• $50 / month (1 member)

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Recycle green waste but keep it clean

By Cindi Mansell | c.mansell@mycityjournals.com

Kaysville’s 2024 First Friday Festival

By Cindi Mansell / c.mansell@mycityjournals.com

Come attend the second year First Friday Festival Event, June 7. The cost is free and there will be food trucks, live music, local vendors, talent show competition and more.

Last year, Michele Smith, owner of “Treasured Again” vintage, antique, and unique gifts decided to create an event to be held the last Friday of each month during the summer. Those events were so well received that this year, the events will be held on the FIRST Friday of each month during the summer and into the fall.

The first event was held May 3, 2024. Mark your calendars to attend subsequent events held June 7, July 5, Aug. 2, Sept. 6, and Oct. 4. The events run from 4 p.m. to 8 p.m. at Heritage Park, 250 N. Fairfield Road in Kaysville. Contact Michele at 801-725-1994 for booth rental or more information.l

Landscape Lawn Exchange Program helps conserve water

By Cindi Mansell | c.mansell@mycityjournals.com

Water conservation is one of the most efficient ways to ensure we have enough water for our growing population.

The incentive for this program is up to $2.50 per square foot.

Kaysville is participating in the “Landscape Lawn Exchange” through Weber Basin Water. To make conservation easier for homeowners, Weber Basin Water provides rebates for various products that help save water.

This incentive program is intended for removal of lawn and replacement with low-water landscape materials (including plants) in park strips and other parts of the yard. Program participants must apply and be accepted before work begins.

For a list of rules and how to apply visit: https://weberbasin.gov/Conservation/ Rebates.

COUNTY TREASURER

Matt Brady

Meet MATT BRADY– a man of integrity. After 15 years with Utah’s state retirement system, Matt joined Davis County Government in 2022, where he currently serves as Chief Deputy Treasurer. Matt is focused on cost-efficient property tax collection and administration, and is committed to upholding statutory requirements and standards of practice. He serves taxpayers with kindness, efficiency, and transparency. Matt holds a Master of Public Administration from BYU and an Economics degree from the University of Utah. BANK ON BRADY to serve as our next county treasurer! Visit votemattbrady.com to learn more and to view local endorsements.

Blake Woodall

Blake Woodall brings over two decades of experience in audit and finance to his candidacy for Davis County Treasurer. With a career spanning public accounting, corporate finance (including roles at Deseret Management Corporation), and complex government entities, where Blake has honed his skills in financial analysis and process improve

ment. For the past seven years, he has served as the Internal Auditor in the Davis County Auditor’s Office, collaborating with various departments, including the Treasurer’s Office. This comprehensive experience has equipped Blake with a deep understanding of the Challenges facing the Treasurer’s Office and the insight needed to implement effective solutions.

DAVIS SCHOOL BOARD DIST. 1

Alex Densley

I was born and raised in Bountiful.

I attended all public schools in the district and was a custodian for many years for them. I am the middle child. I am married with two kids that are entering the school system. I like being involved and do multiple things in the community. I enjoy spending time with my family and doing activities with them.

Alisa Mercer

As a mother of three children in the Davis School District, I am grateful for our exceptional teachers and staff. My commitment to our community includes serving as a parent representative on school Community Councils and on the PTA. As the former Director of Client Services at the Bountiful Food Pantry, I have demonstrated organizational leadership, community bridge-building, and fiscal responsibility. I also have experience as an instructor, helping adults complete their high school diplomas and training teachers in literacy methodologies. As your representative on the Davis School Board, I commit to ensuring high-quality education for ALL students. AlisaforDavis.com

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Melanie Mortensen

Melanie is a mother of four and a former teacher with a deep passion for education. She has worked at every level of public education, council and committee, including parent outreach and administrative liaison. Melanie loves teaching and her children were involved in charter and homeschool education at different times in their educational careers. She has spent the past few years working with the state legislature and state board of education, and has a concrete knowledge of how the education process works.

Melanie has many gifts, including a special talent for empathy, communication and understanding. She is honest and trustworthy, and is committed to being accountable and transparent with her research and decisions. Melanie was raised in Farmington and has raised her family in Bountiful. She is truly the best fit to represent south Davis County on the Davis School Board.

STATE AUDITOR

Ricky Hatch

Ricky Hatch is the only CPA and certified auditor in this race. He’s been Weber County’s Auditor since 2010 and has unmatched expertise and real conservative values. A BYU grad, Hatch has twice been recognized as County Auditor of the Year. Ricky represents the nation’s counties on a board that helps establish national governmental accounting standards. He’s testified before Congress twice. A CPA for 26 years with an unwavering commitment to root out waste, fraud and abuse, Ricky is the ideal candidate for Utah’s State Auditor. It just makes sense that our State Auditor should be … an auditor!

STATE SENATE 8

I am a Vietnam era veteran, retired diplomat and humanitarian having served under eight presidents; a Trustee of the South Davis Water District working to preserve the aquifers that provide our drinking water; a defender of Utah’s children against illegal immigrant driven, job-related child identity theft and I am able to build consensus in challenging situations. I am running because legislators pass hundreds of bills that they do not read or understand and because they listen to the elites more than to us. I will always listen to you and will only serve one term. Website: ronaldmortensen.com.

Todd Weiler

I have lived in Woods Cross City for 27 years, and my wife and I have raised our family here in Davis County. After serving on the Woods Cross City Council, I was elected as the Davis County Republican Party Chair and the Davis Chamber of Commerce Chair. I’ve served on the boards of Lakeview Hospital and United Way as well as the Discovery Gateway Children’s Museum. I am pro-life, pro-family, and pro Second Amendment.

STATE REPRESENTATIVES

Stewart Barlow Dist. 17

As a fiscal conservative, surgeon, and businessman, I prioritize economic growth, job creation, and defending limited government. Currently, I chair the Natural Resources, Agriculture, and Environmental Quality Sub-Appropriations in the House, also serving on Revenue and Taxation, and Health and Human Services committees. A lifelong Davis County resident, happily married to my wife for four decades, and proud parent of six, I hold degrees from the University of Utah and Georgetown Medical School. Advocating for healthcare, business, and Utah’s prosperity, I ensure your voice resonates in Capitol Hill for a better-managed state.

Daniela Harding Dist. 16

Daniela Harding, a lifelong Republican, calls Layton home with her husband and three teenagers. Her involvement in the Layton community has been extensive. She has served as a Layton Planning Commissioner and as a Central Davis Junior High Community Council member. She most recently served as the Davis County Republican Party Chair from 2019-2023. Daniela believes local control by local citizens with minimal intrusion from government is the best way to govern. She is also a strong advocate for responsible development, lowering the tax burdens on families, and ensuring we have a strong infrastructure. For more information, please visit www.danielaharding.com

Tenna Hartman Dist 19

Tenna Hartman, Bountiful resident for 27 years, epitomizes resilience and determination. Her husband, Audie, is a Hill Air Force Base employee. They have raised five children and enjoy four wonderful grandchildren. Tenna’s journey from single mother to successful entrepreneur and business owner reflects her unwavering spirit. A University of Utah graduate, she has 35 years of expertise in business, health insurance, sales, and marketing. Beyond business, Tenna’s roles as Joan of Arc, President of the United Women’s Forum, Director of Utah Patriot Camp, and motivational speaker exemplify her commitment to empowering others. A dedicated leader, she enriches the community she loves.

Trevor Lee Dist. 16

Trevor lives in Layton with his wife Kaitlin and four kids. He graduated from Davis high school and has a degree from Weber state university. Trevor’s professional background is in business, management, finance, loans and insurance.

As the current representative, and Republican Party Endorsed candidate, he’s dedicated to upholding our conservative values, closely listening to the districts needs, and helping lead the charge on tough issues. On Capitol Hill, he’s proven to be a team player, bringing stakeholders together to get results. He’s honored to served district 16, and always here to help.

Ray Ward Dist. 19

Ray Ward represents Bountiful and West Bountiful in the Utah House of Representatives, where he currently serves as the House Chair of the Social Services Appropriations Committee. Important issues for him are reducing health care costs, battling the opioid epidemic, supporting public education, maintaining a favorable environment for families and businesses, and keeping a healthy Great Salt Lake.

Ray is a family physician at Cope Family Medicine/Ogden Clinic in Bountiful. He received an MD-PhD degree from the University of Washington. He and his wife, Beverly, raised their three children in Bountiful and they enjoy playing Pickleball with friends.

Ron Mortensen

“It was a historical year for Davis High softball with 19 wins! That’s the second most wins in the last 25 years here,” said Street.

Street noted his “amazing senior class” in Chilton, Hall and Starnes who were recognized as First Team All-Region at second base, left field and catcher, respectively, while Marrelli was honored on the Region 1 Second Team for her play in right field.

“They showed great leadership and carried us to a region championship –only the third in Davis High history,” Street said.

The Darts were also led this year by Roth, who was named Region 1’s CoMost Valuable Player.

“She was unbelievable in the circle for us this year,” Street said. “She is a very clutch performer.”

Other all-region performers were Korth (First Team All-Region shortstop), junior Hadley Isaacs (Second Team All-Region third baseman), freshman Cambell Christensen (Second Team All-Region pitcher) and junior Katie Klaumann (Second Team All-Region first baseman).

“We had great hitting from Chloe Perry, our designated player, and great fielding from Libby Miller, our flex in

the field,” Street said. “We also got great play all year from Adelyn Turpin who we will depend on greatly this next year.”

Also on the DHS squad that went 19-7 this season were juniors Tempe Haslam and Sophia Slour; sophomore Koryn Mafi; and freshmen Rosalie Hartley, Nora Morrow, Hannah Garlock, Avery Cosentino, Alivia King and Presley Bangerter.

Street was assisted on the coaching staff by Rainy Dold and Bobby Sunderland.

“We are excited for the future with these great younger players,” Street said. “Most importantly we have an amazing softball family. We love all our past and current players. We could not have had this historical season without them all. We value everyone on our team, from the super stars to our amazing manager Brynlee Beckstrand. It has been an amazing season. Thanks for all the amazing support from our girls’ parents. These girls are raised in amazing families. That is the key to our success.”

Bountiful

No. 3 Bountiful defeated sixth-seeded Salem Hills 4-0 May 21, scoring two runs to open the game and two runs in their final inning to complete the shutout.

Junior Ella Miller struck out 16 bat-

ters in a three-hit performance on the mound. Offensively, senior Athena Tongaonevai drove in the team’s four runs with a 2-for-3 showing at the plate, including a home run.

Against second-seeded Springville May 21, Bountiful lost 8-5. The Redhawks were down 7-3 early and scored two runs in the seventh inning but it wasn’t enough.

Sophomore Kamryn Rasmussen led the offense with two RBIs while senior Jaci Alvey also brought in a run in the loss. Miller had seven strikeouts against Red Devils batters.

Bountiful again played Salem Hills May 22, and again defeated the Skyhawks, this time with a 4-1 score. Salem Hills held a 1-0 lead through four innings before the Redhawks put up four runs to take control of the game.

Miller’s 11 strikeouts shut down the Skyhawks offense. Senior Melissa Turpin hit a key two-RBI single in the fifth inning while junior Claire Yates also drove in a run in the win.

In the final four, Bountiful played Springville May 22 and lost 10-7, ending their season. The Redhawks scored

three runs in the first inning and was up 4-1 and 7-4 through five innings before giving up six runs in the bottom of the sixth inning to lose control of the game.

Tongaonevai hit two home runs while Miller also went yard in the loss.

“It was a very good year,” said head coach Butch Latey. “It’s the most wins of any Bountiful team ever – 27. The pitching and the hitting were good all year long. I had a great group of kids that worked hard and had fun and got better every day.”

Also on the BHS team that went 27-5 this season were senior Frankie Galeana; junior Isabeau Hoff; sophomores McKinley Duryea, Aimee Moore, Alivia Trump and Brenna Wentworth; and freshmen Aspyn Danner, Reagan Duryea, Serafina Hoff, Alexa James, Ainslee Jensen and Mia Loya.

Latey was assisted on the coaching staff by Ron Osborne, Katie Tanner, Kylie Flannary-Evans and Darby Freeland.l

Entries open for Kaysville’s 4th of July Parade

By Cindi Mansell | c.mansell@mycityjournals.com

Registration for Kaysville’s 4th of July Parade entries is open. This year’s parade theme is “Through the Decades.” Anyone can be in the parade, but space will be limited to 75 entries. Registration will close Friday, June 21 at 1 p.m. To download the Parade Packet Information or to register, visit: Parade Information & Registration.

A community tradition, the Kaysville Parade celebrates the American values of freedom and family. In true reflection of the community, everyone is invited to participate. If you have any questions, please reach out to Heidi Christensen, the 2024 Parade Director, at kaysvilleparadedirector@gmail.com.

New this year, there is a parade competition with various categories. The overall winner will take home a trophy to display all year long. It will be up for grabs again in 2025.

RGS Exteriors & Construction doesn’t skimp on quality

S“Our general philosophy has been to nd the best version of a product or the best material and then gure out how to install it in the most superior way,” he said. “If we’re going to do quality work, we want it to last a long time. So we have a 10-year warranty on anything that we do.”

The products used by RGS must live up to that warranty so they partner with superior suppliers to o er true value for money. Because RGS doesn’t cut corners with inexpensive materials, homeowners can be assured the investment they make in their home will be backed up with exemplary workmanship.

As the state’s premium rain gutter installation company for more than 60 years, RGS has spent decades re ning its products and services to protect homes from roof rot, damaged siding or leaky foundations.

Fisher said they are uncompromising when it comes to quality and their clients are willing to pay the extra expense for materials that are long-lasting, durable and installed correctly.

“We’re asking customers to pay more money to do this job the right way and that’s the only way anybody can justify paying more money for anything. There has to be tangible value,” Fisher said. “Our ideal clients are people who are really invested in their home, people who care about quality and have a high sense of value in their home.”

For siding projects, RGS uses James Hardie ber cement siding for its durability, style and low-maintenance lifespan. As the only Elite Preferred installer for James Hardie in Utah, RGS trains its installation crews to be incredibly knowledgeable about the product before they ever get to work on a home.

RGS also features triple-pane windows, expertly installed for the price of a double-pane window. With the extreme

temperatures in Utah, high-quality windows o er less temperature bleed-through, better sound dampening and added security.

With a variety of window options, homeowners can choose a style that re ects their home’s personality. Whether it’s a bay window, a picture window or a garden window, RGS backs its window installation with a lifetime warranty.

Other services o ered by RGS include remodeled entryways, custom metalwork, stucco, doors and chimney covers. Stop by the RGS location at 4235 Farm Road in West Jordan to talk with an expert, or for more information, visit rgsexteriorsutah.com or call 801-997-6616.

“Our whole executive team and our management team have the same paradigm; we would rather do it right,” Fisher said. “It’s so much easier to work with people when you know you’re providing a great product. We also give the reassurance that if we do something wrong, we absolutely, unequivocally will take care of it. That’s just our guarantee.”

IDarts lose to Corner Canyon, finish second in 6A boys lacrosse

By Tom Haraldsen | t.haraldsen@mycityjournals.com

n the four years that high school lacrosse has been contested as a sanctioned sport in Utah, Corner Canyon has never lost a state 6A boys championship. But Davis came ohso-close to rewriting that narrative last Friday.

The Darts came back from a four-goal deficit in the final quarter to force overtime. In fact, two overtimes before Kampton Dutton scored to give the Chargers their fourth straight title in a 12-11 final. Davis, which finished the year with a record of 15-4, took home the silver trophy as second-place finisher.

Davis made it to Friday’s finals against the top-seeded Chargers by upsetting second seed Fremont 11-9 on Wednesday. The Darts pulled to an 8-2 halftime lead and held on to advance. Junior Luke Donigan led the way with three goals, juniors Rocky Edelman and Dawson Draper added two each, and single goals came from junior Ashton Wood, senior Ben Roylance, junior Christian Bott and junior Brek Jensen. Keeper Hunter Keller made six saves for Davis.

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FARMINGTON 3

In Wednesday’s other semi, the Chargers ended Farmington’s season with an 11-3 win. The Phoenix finished 14-5 on the year. Freshman Kai Beynon scored two of Farmington’s three goals, with Charlie DeAnda getting the other goal.

It was a solid year for boys and girls lacrosse for Davis County teams. Here’s a look at each school and their top performers.

BOYS In 6A, Davis went 15-4 led by Donigan with 41 goals, and Roylance and Draper with 31 each. Keller had 153 saves and one shutout.

Farmington ran to its 14-5 record largely on the strength of freshman Kai Beynon, who led the team with 47 goals. Junior Mitchel Milne had 35 goals and senior Kai Leavitt scored 33. Sophomore goalies Brandon Bar-

rus (110 saves) and Tyson Hoskins (60 saves) secured the nets.

The top 5A team was Bountiful (11-8).

The Redhawks had brothers Carter Terry (sophomore) and Tate Terry (senior) pace the scoring with 49 and 38 goals respectively.

Senior Michael Kasper also added 38 goals.

Junior Thorin Carlile made 140 saves in goal.

Viewmont was 8-11 on the year. The Vikings’ leading scorers were seniors Sam Terroeros (49 goals), Parley Shupe (28) and Nate Delgado (25). Junior Alex Elizando had 84 saves on the year.

Woods Cross (6-9) was led by junior Carter Dunn with 25 goals. Junior Carter Kringlen had 16 and junior Jared Cannon had 15. Junior Noah Lake made 192 saves in goal.

GIRLS

Woods Cross (15-3) was the top local team, winning 14 in a row at one point. Junior Rylee Linton led scoring with 59 goals, senior Ella Mathews had 58 and freshman Lila Dunn had 54. Keeper Olivia Mathews, a sophomore, made 101 saves.

Viewmont (13-4) was led by sophomore Cecelia Walton with an incredible 102 goals.

Senior Alexis Lee had 61 goals, and junior Brienna Wallis had 28. Junior goalie Makalee Sample made 135 saves.

Farmington finished 13-6 on the year, led by junior Alexandra MacAuley with 77 goals. Juniors Kate Carter (44 goals) and Hailey Larsen (43) also led the Phoenix charge. In goal, junior Elle Erickson made 164 saves.

Bountiful had an 11-7 record. Top scorers for the Redhawks were senior Naomi Brice with 63 goals, sophomore Claire Jensen with 29 and senior Veronica Loveless with 20. Senior Kennedy Johnson had 166 saves in goal.

Davis finished 10-8. Junior Eshter Facer had 43 goals, senior Olivia Lifferth had 42 and senior MacKenzie Coleman had 24. Senior Jacey Compton made 87 saves for the Darts.l

BRIEFS

Two injured in rollover

One individual was transported to a local trauma center and a second person was evaluated and released last week from a single-vehicle rollover crash near Kaysville.

The accident took place on northbound Highway 177 at mile marker 5. Crews from Kaysville Fire and Farmington Fire responded to the accident and had to remove the passenger side front door to remove one of the patients. The Utah Highway Patrol is investigating the accident.

Martha Hughes Cannon statue headed to Washington, D.C.

The Dr. Martha Hughes Cannon statue currently at the Utah State Capitol is ready to make its way to Washington, D.C. where it will be installed later this summer in the U.S. Capitol. Please join

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the League of Women Voters of Utah to celebrate the momentous occasion. The group will have a table at an event to be held Wednesday, June 5 from 4 p.m. – 8 p.m. at the Utah State Capitol. Enjoy live music, food trucks, lawn games and a short program.

Safe Kids Day set for June 1

Bring the family out to Safe Kids Day, Saturday, June 1 at Northridge High School in Layton from 10 a.m. – 1 p.m. There will be helmets, fire trucks, prizes and more at this free event. The Davis County Health Department will have information about their Vehicle Repair and Replacement Assistance Program, radon testing vouchers, and other services.

Police departments join in torch run

The Bountiful, Centerville, and Farmington Police Departments participated in the Special Olympics Torch Run this week. The departments joined forces for a leg of the race. “It’s a highlight of the year,” a CPD Facebook post said. “These athletes are truly remarkable!”

Comcast launches epic short film that honors the nation’s fearless airmen

F or more than 60 years, Comcast has supported the military community through programs, services and resources. Through its Project UP initiative, Comcast will commit $1 million this year to organizations that support veterans in digital skills-building programs, entrepreneurship opportunities and access to technology.

To highlight this commitment, Comcast NBCUniversal and Xfinity launched the short film “The Aviators,” directed by Oscar winner Kathryn Bigelow. The film celebrates the pioneering generation of military aviators and showcases the power of technology that connects people of all ages.

Inspired by the bonds forged among military servicemen, “The Aviators” features true-life Vietnam veterans Cmdr. (Ret.) Jack “Razor” Gillett, Maj. (Ret.) Elester “Hollywood” Latham, Lt. (Ret.) Jim “Zeke” Lloyd, and Lt. (Ret.) Bill “Offender” Moir. Gillet, Lloyd and Moir served with the Gunslingers squadron in the USS Saratoga. The film brought them together for the first time in 16 years.

“It’s a real honor to work with our nation’s veterans,” Bigelow said in a documentary about the short film. “They’re special people who’ve devoted their lives to our security. I feel like it’s my opportunity to give back.”

With the launch of the film in May, Xfinity announced new military benefits that include a $180 virtual prepaid card for military customers to apply to their choice of Xfinity services, one free Xfinity mobile line for one year, and an automatic upgrade to become an Xfinity Diamond Rewards member.

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on’t get me wrong. I’m all for men beating each other with sticks but the ice-palooza circus we’ve experienced as the National Hockey League moved a team to Utah has been a bit much.

My sports-crazed husband is in hockey high-heaven, and he’s not alone. The former Arizona Coyotes (but currently unnamed Utah team) was welcomed by a multitude of rabid hockey fans as the team arrived in Salt Lake. The Utah Snow Angels (?) will now undergo a terrifying assimilation into the state’s culture.

By Peri Kinder | peri.k@thecityjournals.com

Additionally, the military community can continue to enjoy specially-priced park tickets and discounted vacation packages at Universal Destinations & Experiences.

Throughout 2024, Comcast will support several military-serving nonprofits advancing digital equity. Key organizations include NPower which provides free training for active-duty members transitioning out of the military; Our Community Salutes which offers high school graduate enlistees connectivity offers and digital equity resources; the Wounded Warrior Project which ensures veterans can access health benefits and career resources online, and Hesperus which donates laptops to Native American veterans participating in the Entrepreneurship Veteran Bootcamp.

“Through our partnership with Comcast, together we are helping address the critical technical training needs of service men and women who are making the

Ryan Smith, new owner of the Utah Iceholes (?), spent $1.2 billion to bring the NHL team here and he has Big Plans! Plans that include restructuring a mall to create a hockey training center, recon-

transition to civilian life,” said NPower CEO Bertina Ceccarelli. “By being intentional about the needs of the military community, we can help make that shift more seamless and impactful for individuals and the companies that seek to hire them.”

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Founded by World War II Navy veteran Ralph Roberts, Comcast has hired more than 21,000 veterans, National Guard and reserve service members, and military spouses since 2015.

Deneiva Knight is a former military spouse and U.S. Army Reservist, serving from 1996-2001. Now the external affairs director for the Comcast Mountain West Region, Knight is proud to work for a company that invests in active-duty, transitioning and retired military service members.

“I am proud to work for Comcast,” Knight said, “a company that not only honors its veterans and military-serving employees but creates opportunities to support us at every angle through its benefits structure, career pathways, and community impact initiatives.”

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figuring the Delta Center so fans can see all the bloody hockey fights and gaining extreme control over three city blocks in downtown Salt Lake, although he promised not to blast the beloved Abravanel Hall to rubble. Yet.

In the ultimate power play, Smith asked lawmakers to contribute another $1 billion to the project, which includes a sales tax increase, so everyone can help finance the Utah Snowplows’ (?) salvation of the state’s pro sports scene.

(Sidenote: Sales tax? Really? Have our lawmakers seen the lines outside of food banks? People can’t afford Cheerios, let alone tickets to a hockey game.)

But it’s not just hockey. Government and business groups are willing to toss billions (BILLIONS) of dollars around to fund baseball stadiums in Daybreak and, potentially, Salt Lake’s west side.

This is a slap-shot to the face for women’s sports in Utah. If we’re going to invest billions, can legislators squeak the wallet open a bit more to give a portion to female teams? A survey showed overwhelming support for a redesign of the current Salt Lake Bees stadium to become a female-focused sports center. Where are the billions of dollars for that project?

Did you know our state has a championship female/non-binary Pro Ultimate Frisbee team, the Utah Wild? We also host the Utah Falconz, part of the Women’s National Football Conference. Where do they play? On high school football fields. The only reason the Utah Royal’s soccer team has a beautiful venue is because it was built for Real, a men’s team.

Don’t whine and say, “But nobody cares about women’s sports.” For its opening game this year, the Royals set a record for the highest-attended women’s sporting event in Utah history.

Millions of fans watched the women’s college final as Caitlin Clark played

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her last game before being drafted into the WNBA with a four-year, $338,000 contract. I’m sure she was offered the same amount as her male counterpart, the first overall draft pick in last year’s NBA. Record scratch! Hold up! Last year, top draft pick Victor Wembanyama signed a four-year contract with the Spurs worth $55.2 million. Sigh.

Acquiring the Utah Frostbite (?) was a great accomplishment, but the state has a chance to pull off a phenomenal hat trick: develop a hockey fan base, build a baseball utopia and create a haven for women’s sports.

How cool would it be, for a state that ranks last in women’s pay equality, to invest in women’s athletics? What message would that send to our daughters and granddaughters?

I don’t know much about hockey but its success shouldn’t come with a sales tax increase, carte blanche control over a key center of downtown or at the expense of women’s sports.

With its shiny new logo and sparkly Zambonis, the Utah Windchill (?) could have a great first season as fans get behind them. But don’t be fooled. Hockey isn’t the only game in town.

TELEVISION GUIDE

Hollywood Q&A

By Adam Thomlison TV Media

Q: What’s Danny McBride doing now? I feel like I haven’t seen him much since “Eastbound & Down” ended.

A: You just haven’t been looking in the right places — and you haven’t been watching “The Righteous Gemstones.” HBO’s “The Righteous Gemstones” stars McBride as part of a family of worldfamous televangelists. It’s been taking up a lot of his time since it debuted in

2019 — he also serves as a writer, executive producer and occasional director.

Those who know McBride for his motormouthed, larger-than-life comedy persona might be surprised to know he also has a pretty busy sideline as a horror movie writer, alongside his old film school buddy David Gordon Green (“Halloween,” 2018). Together, they wrote the scripts for last year’s “The Exorcist: Believer” and Green’s modern trilogy of Halloween movies (in 2018, 2021 and 2022).

All this means McBride may have seemed a little less unavoidable lately — certainly less than when he exploded onto the comedy scene in the late ‘00s.

For a while, it seemed like every slightly juvenile, male-centric comedy film featured McBride in some way — including hits such as “Tropic Thunder” and “Pineapple Express” (both 2008) and

“This Is the End” (2013). His distinctive, gravelly voice also showed up in numerous, more family-friendly animated hits, including “Despicable Me” (2010) and “Kung Fu Panda 2” (2011).

Q: It just came to my attention that “Jersey Shore” is still on. How is it possible that a reality show has been going for this long with the same people?

A: To be fair to the show and its cast, they’ve evolved quite a bit.

For starters, they’re no longer just going to a house in coastal New Jersey to party (and also squabble) for a few weeks every year. And they also aren’t doing it alone.

The pioneering MTV reality show has featured the same core cast since it

launched in 2009 — Mike Sorrentino, Nicole Polizzi, Paul DelVecchio, Sammi Giancola, Vinny Guadagnino, Jenni Farley, Ronnie Magro, Angelina Pivarnick and Deena Cortese. But now many of them are married and have kids, and they often bring their families along to be on the show. It’s still party-based, but they now travel to different destinations together each season — the show’s been rebranded “Jersey Shore: Family Vacation” to reflect both this traveling aspect and the fact that things will only get so wild with kids around.

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OBITUARIES

Kaye Bradford

March 16, 1926 ~ May 24, 2024

Kaye Bradford concluded her 98 years of faithful devotion with her quick and peaceful passing on May 24, 2024.

Born on March 16, 1926, she was given the name Kathryn Jane by her beloved parents, Ray and Kitty Cutler, from whom she learned the traits of kindness, generosity, and faithfulness. She grew up in Salt Lake City as the third child with her two brothers, Bill and Joe, and two sisters, Marge and Sylvia.

In an act of love and courage, Kaye married Ted Bradford, a new Marine recruit on his way to fight in the Pacific theater during World War II. She was a prolific letter writer while he was away and was grateful to be rewarded for her choice of husband by his safe return after the war. Their union produced nine children: Dave, Doug, Dee, Toni, Daron, Dan, Teri, Tina, and Tami. She and Ted had a lively sense of family which allowed the children to grow up close to their many cousins. After Ted graduated from law school, the family moved to Bountiful where Ted and Kaye lived out their lives.

Kaye cultivated a wide range of talents needed to raise her large brood - cooking, baking bread, gardening, sewing, wrestling

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her children into orderliness at church, and serving in a wide range of church callings. She had a beautiful singing voice and performed frequently with three similarly talented friends at a host of church and other gatherings.

Kaye was a lifelong, faithful member of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints. She honored her commitment to the Savior by showing love and extending compassion and generosity to all she came in contact with. When Ted had a stroke resulting in aphasia and cognitive decline, she took unstinting care of him for his final eight years. Proverbs 31:28 could have been written about her: "Her children arise up and call her blessed." Her children in turn have been blessed by her example of goodness, purity, and faithfulness and by her positive demeanor. Even in her final years, when her memory began to fail her, she was always cheerful and positive – a delight to be around. We'll all miss her calm presence and cheerful outlook.

When she died, she joined her husband and three of her daughters who had preceded her. We can only imagine the joy she felt in being reunited with them, her parents, and a host of progenitors and friends.

We'll celebrate her life at 11 a.m. on Saturday, June 1, at the Bountiful South Stake Center, 1250 S. Main, Bountiful. Friends are welcome to join the family for a viewing just prior to the funeral, from 9:30 a.m. to 10:30 a.m. She will be buried next to her husband and her youngest daughter in the Bountiful City Cemetery.

Thanks to the Russon Mortuary and the North Canyon 5 Ward Relief Society for their service.

Services will be streamed live on Russon Mortuary Live Facebook page and her obituary page at www.russonmortuary.com.

Stephen Randall Hirst

Sept.13, 1943 ~ May 24, 2024

Stephen Randall Hirst, longtime resident of Farmington, Utah, age 80, passed away peacefully at home on Friday May 24, 2024. He was born on Sept.13, 1943 to Edward Elliott and Una Sarah (Hathaway) Hirst in Salt Lake City, Utah. He was the oldest son of eight children.

He graduated from Jordan High School in 1961 and later joined the US Navy in March of 1964. He attended technical school in Chicago, IL. where he finished in 1965. He was then sent to San Diego, CA and assigned to the USS Chicago CG-11, a guided missile cruiser, as an electronics technician specializing in radar. The ship was sent to Vietnam in 1966 serving in the Gulf of Tonkin for about seven months off the coast of Vietnam. The ship had stops at port in the Philippines to refuel and resupply. The ship was stationed back in San Diego after the seven month deployment then sent back to the Gulf of Tonkin in Vietnam in September of 1967 until May of 1968. He was honorably discharged from the Navy on May 20, 1968.

He met his wife Linda shortly after returning to Utah from the Navy and they were married on March 14, 1969; their marriage was later solemnized in the Salt Lake Temple. They have four children, Randall Jay, Sarah Jane, James Wylie and Jeffrey Elliot, six grandchildren, Katelynn Hirst, Kiley Hirst, Alyssa (Shawn) Smoot, Graclyn Hirst, Lyla Vogel, and Samantha Rodriguez. They have seven great-grandchildren Bentlee, Emmett, Anylah, Isla, Izeyah, Lindee Stevie and Lilli.

He enjoyed camping, hunting, fishing, riding dirt bikes and old cars as a hobby. He retired at age 57 after nearly 30 years working at Hill Air Force Base. He made the most of his retirement years, traveling the country buying old cars to fix and sell, hauling cars for friends, and finding hidden treasures for himself (sometimes his wife Linda had some questions for him when he got home). He took any opportunity he could to get out on the road and meet and talk to people. He cruised Route 66 in his 55 Buick more than once. He was a regular at local car shows and swap meets. His favorite being Burger Stop Cruises in Layton. He was a self-taught expert mechanic, he performed a full frame-up restoration on two of his old cars. He was able to fix just about anything, he went out of his way to help people, and he was a father figure to more than just his family.

He was preceded in death by his Mother and Father, his wife Linda and son Jeff. The family would like to express their appreciation to his neighbors and Farmington City Fire for all the times they helped in his later years and their appreciation for the various hospitals and care workers that assisted

him these last few years. He especially enjoyed going to the hospital to be “waited on” by ‘the staff.”

Funeral services will be held at the Farmington South Stake Center, 695 South 200 East, Farmington UT 84025 on Saturday June 1 at 11 a.m. A visitation for friends and family will be held on Friday evening May 31 from 6 p.m. to 8 p.m. at Russon Farmington Mortuary, 1941 North Main Street, Farmington, Utah and at the Church on Saturday morning from 9:30 a.m. to 10:30 a.m. prior to the services. Interment will follow at the Farmington City Cemetery.

The family would like to send Old Car Nut Steve off with as many old cars in attendance as possible, any and all are welcome. Services will be streamed live on the Russon Mortuary & Crematory Facebook page and his online guestbook at russonmortuary.com

Remembering long-time columnist Bryan Gray

By Tom Haraldsen | t.haraldsen@mycityjournals.com

Long-time columnist Bryan Gray passed away on Saturday, May 25 at his home. He had fought a long and valiant battle with ocular cancer, something he was diagnosed with and given six months to live. He defied the odds and outlived that prediction by 12 years.

The first time I met Bryan Gray, it was in the office at the Davis County Clipper in 1984, just shortly after we both were hired. Bryan’s role was as a columnist – a humorist – someone designed to look at life not from the sunshiny, “never anything bad happens here in Utah” perspective to the unseen, sometimes darker overtones. His column was called “Cyclops,” – a tribute to the other eye that sees things as they really are, not just how we want or think them to be.

In those early years writing for the Clipper, he spent many mornings at Sils Cafe in Layton, enjoying coffee and sharing gossip with the regulars. He learned a lot from those folks. It was hard for him when the cafe was torn down and moved to a new location, and many regulars never returned. But there were still plenty of stories to tell – some positive ones, some not so positive.

He had the ability, as good columnists do, to look at people and politics and make comments or suggestions without taking himself too seriously. He offended some readers, since columns are simply opinions of their authors, but he was also endearing to many, many readers who agreed with his take on the idiosyncrasies, and just plain idiocy, of politicians and public figures and the decisions they make. Some say he leaned too far left, but I think he more accurately leaned toward trying to make things right.

According to his wife Dawn Brandvold, Bryan was a Highland High School alum, received his undergraduate degree at Westminster College and later moved on

to the University of Utah for his master’s degree in journalism. His career began as a teacher at Layton High School. For many years while writing his Cyclops column, he also ran his Shades of Gray Communications and Gray Print Media businesses. In the last two decades of his life, right up until his last days, Bryan worked as a salesman for AlphaGraphics, helping many candidates with their print campaigns. He was also active in supporting the Davis Arts Council.

One of the last times my wife and I saw Bryan and Dawn was at a concert at Kenley Amphitheatre in Layton. It rained on all of us that night, but the show went on and it was great. Of course we all stayed and sat in the rain, because as Bryan showed us and so many of us through the years, there was always something good coming through even the darkest of days or nights. He made us laugh, he made us think, he made us look at our lives. He made us better for looking at things from a different point of view. He will be greatly missed. Thanks, Bryan, for all you contributed to the Clipper and the Davis Journal through the years. l

BRYAN GRAY

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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. Marc Mitton Board Certified Dermatologist

Marc Mitton is a Utah native and cherishes the opportunity to serve the people of this beautiful state. His passion for dermatology began after receiving his own skin cancer diagnosis as a medical student. He believes that listening and being thorough are the keys to successfully practicing medicine. He specializes in skin cancer detection and removal, rashes, acne, warts and molluscum, as well as several other skin conditions. Dr. Mitton has specific interests in complex dermatological conditions and dermoscopy (the use of a light-based tool for classifying skin lesions and certain rashes). He prioritizes staying up to date on recent research, best medical practices and surgical techniques, and enjoys applying them into his practice.

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.