North Ogden Connection February 2024

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CONTENTS 3 MAYOR’S MESSAGE CITY NEWS 5 6 North Ogden’s new water reservoir 8 Recognizing outsanding employees 10 Blue can and holiday trash pickup schedule

16 The joys of bringing home a new puppy

14 CALENDAR OF EVENTS QUEST FOR A CANINE 16 Our writer Marliss shares her new puppy story 18

MAJOR BRENT TAYLOR FOUNDATION MILITARY SPOTLIGHT

Meet Chief Master Sergeant Nathan Huven

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Noteworthy North Ogden nurse Annie Jessie Hall

HISTORY

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RECIPE

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WHAT TO EAT 4 DINNER

Valentine’s treats for your all your sweets Monthly meal planning calendar

Cover photo by Rocky Photography Note from the Publisher

26 Valentine’s day treats

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Mayor Neil Berube Katie Gerard

Mayor's Message

have. Psychological loneliness occurs when people feel like they don’t have anyone to confide in or trust. Having an AWARENESS that there are those in our community who are struggling will hopefully cause us to be more available to be a confidant for those in need. This may not cure the problem, but it can result in us doing better.

Join the CIA: Compassion, Inclusion and Awareness Most of us have had defining moments that have caused significant changes in our lives. Things such as marriage, the death of a loved one, our first job, the birth of a child, a promotion, and religious experiences can be some of those moments. In addition to defining moments, some things happen that I would classify as powerful moments.

Powerful moments seem to occur more often. In my life, powerful moments have caused me to reflect on what I can do better. Following are three recent powerful moments I’d like to share.

Recently I attended the candlelight vigil for a gentleman who lived in North Ogden and was killed in an auto-pedestrian accident. It could be said that he was excluded from the community by some because of certain characteristics. Attendance at the vigil was sparse, but what was powerful to me was who attended.

There was a neighbor or two and a few relatives, but most of the attendees were UTA bus drivers who were impressed by this gentleman’s friendliness and genuine concern for others. He rode the bus a lot and the drivers included him as part of their community. INCLUSION MATTERS!

“Powerful moments seem to occur more often. In my life, powerful moments have caused me to reflect on what I can do better.”

One of my closest associates, at my previous place of employment, recently died by suicide. I was shocked and dismayed. I don’t know everything that he was dealing with, but his death was a powerful moment for me. It caused me to realize that many are struggling with significant issues, and we have no idea who they might be. A short time ago I read an article entitled, “Americans are lonely and it’s killing them.” Generally, loneliness occurs when the connections a person needs are greater than the connections they

Recently I referred the daughter of a good friend to Intermountain Medical Center for brain surgery. She had been growing her hair long and was concerned the surgery would require her head to be shaven, which is a normal procedure in most brain surgeries. She expressed this concern to her nurse who compassionately took extra time to only remove the minimal amount of hair that was needed to operate. This was a powerful moment for me because it reiterated how important it is to have COMPASSION when dealing with others.

COMPASSION can result in finding solutions that don’t fit into the norm.

As we interface with each other in our various roles and responsibilities, let’s do so with a little extra COMPASSION. North Ogden is a great place to live because of its residents. The things I have mentioned may help us be better. Remember CIA (Compassion, inclusion, and awareness.)

Mayor Neal Berube

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City of North Ogden Our City Council at Work The City Council held its regular business meetings in January. Here are some of the significant actions that were taken: North Ogden City held an Open House for outgoing Council Members Charolette Ekstrom and Phil Swanson and the newly elected, incoming Council Members Christina Watson, Chris Pulver, and incumbent Ryan Barker.

Christina Watson, Chris Pulver, and Ryan Barker were all sworn into office that evening by City Recorder Rian Santoro. After taking their newly appointed seats on the dais, Mayor Berube announced the 2024 City Council Member Department Assignments as follows: Mayor Berube Finance/Audit Council Member Barker Parks Events Cherry Days Mosquito Abatement Council Member Cevering Building/Planning

Council Member Dalpias Police Community Service Officers Council Member Pulver Public Works Budget Committee Council Member Watson Administration Recreation and Aquatic Center Senior Center Youth Council Mayor Berube motioned that Council Member Ryan Barker serve as Mayor Pro Tempore, to serve in the mayor’s capacity in his absence. That motion passed unanimously.

Mayor Berube announced that changes are being made to the City Council Meeting Minutes as they will now be done in-house by the Recorder's Department. The minutes will include a summary of what was discussed at each meeting and a timestamp will be provided on each item discussed, allowing the reader to listen to the full conversation with ease.

BE A PART OF MEETINGS City Council meetings are held the second and fourth Tuesday of every month, starting at 6 p.m.

Work sessions are held as needed on the first Tuesdays of each month at 6 p.m.

Visit northogdencity.com/meetings for changes.

From Half to Full

2-Million-Gallon Reservoir Flowing Forward North Ogden City now has a new 2-Million-gallon storage reservoir for drinking water and fire protection.

The reservoir is operational with some work to complete after the winter. Patriot Construction was selected to build the reservoir. Sunrise Engineering provided the design package. This conventionally reinforced rebar and concrete reservoir will be in service for decades to come and will provide safe storage for drinking water and fire protection. The service area of this reservoir is west of Fruitland Drive to the 1500 North border and 400 West border to Pleasant View Drive at 2650 North. This critical piece of infrastructure replaced a 60-plus-year-old halfmillion-gallon reservoir.

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The above photo was the Half Million Gallon tank that was Demolished and removed.

City Information On Street Winter Parking Reminder

Our snowplow trucks are BIG, and with a 12-foot blade, it makes it difficult to plow the streets safely when cars are parked on the road. PLEASE remember 7-3-4: Winter Parking Regulations: 1. It is unlawful for the owner of any vehicle to park his or her vehicle, or allow his or her vehicle to be parked, on any public street or roadway in the city between the hours of twelve o’clock (12 p.m.) midnight and six o’clock (6 a.m.) from November 15 through March 15 of each year, except for physicians or emergency vehicles in emergency situations.

2. It is also unlawful for the owner of any vehicle to park his or her vehicle, or allow his or her vehicle to be parked, on any public street or roadway in the city during any snowstorm or within twenty-four (24) hours following the cessation of snow after any snowstorm.

This is for the safety and protection of your vehicle, along with the safety and protection of our plows and most importantly, our drivers.

City Directory MAYOR Neal Berube: 801-686-0688, nberube@nogden.org

COUNCIL MEMBERS Ryan Barker: 801-814-4306, rbarker@nogden.org Blake Cevering: 801-549-8202, bcevering@nogden.org Jay D. Dalpias: 385-405-6061, jddalpias@nogden.org Chris Pulver: 801-906-3894 cpulver@nogden.org Christina Watson: 410-610-8134 watson@nogden.org

CITY OFFICES AND CONTACTS

Flood Zones

Questions regarding flood zones should be directed to Eric Casperson, City Engineer, at 801-782-7211.

FEMA flood maps are available for your review at the city offices. We also have elevation certificates.

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Building Official: 801-737-9031 Nate Davis ndavis@nogden.org City Hall: 801-782-7211 City Manager/City Attorney: 801-737-9846 Jon Call jcall@nogden.org City Recorder: 801-737-9830 Rian Santoro recorder@nogden.org Human Resources Manager: 801-737-9835 Katie Gerard-Nelson kgerard@nogden.org Parks & Recreation: 801-737-0587 Becca Godfrey bgodfrey@nogden.org Justin Rasmussen jrasmussen@nogden.org Planning: 801-737-9841 Scott Hess planning@nogden.org Police: Business 801-782-7219 Non-Emergency Dispatch 801-395-8221 Emergency 911 Chief Dirk Quinney dquinney@nogden.org Lieutenant Jeremy Hindes jhindes@nogden.org Public Works: 801-782-8111 David Espinoza despinoza@nogden.org Senior Center: 801-782-6211 Zella Richards

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PEAK Award 2023

Progressive • Enthusiastic • Ambitious • Knowledgeable

BY KATIE GERARD

Each year, the mayor, city council, and department heads nominate an employee who is Progressive, Enthusiastic, Ambitious, and Knowledgeable for the PEAK Award. This year, two employees were selected for this highly sought-after award: Nate Davis and Gabe Mata.

Gabe Mata Officer Mata’s actions when it comes to on-thejob performance as it relates to difficult situations demonstrate not only courage but also a high level of training and resilience. His ability to remain focused on protecting those around him and successfully deescalating different situations he’s involved in is proof of his dedication and professionalism. Gabe keeps himself in excellent shape and we joke that people can’t “run from the law” when in a foot pursuit with him, but in all seriousness, being in excellent physical shape is crucial in such a demanding profession. His bravery, skills, and dedication to others make him an asset to our police department, and his ability to handle high-stress situations ensures the well-being of the community he serves.

Nate Davis Nate is our building official who not only excels in his regular duties but goes above and beyond by taking on additional responsibilities, such as overseeing the construction of the new public safety building.

Saving the city tens of thousands of dollars reflects his efficiency and dedication to our city. Nate’s ability to organize efforts and ensure that people feel included and heard is crucial for fostering a collaborative and supportive atmosphere. He’s always in a great mood and without exception has a stellar dad joke to share with his coworkers. His touch of humor contributes to an enjoyable work environment and his knowledge contributes to the success of projects he’s part of. Nate is one of a kind and without a doubt, one of the hardest working individuals we know!

Congratulations Nate Davis and Gabe Mata Thank You for being PEAK Performers

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Employee

of the Year 2023 Awards

BY KATIE GERARD

The Employee of the Year award is based upon the concept of promoting team spirit. We recognize and value the strength of our teams and will continue to encourage and support efforts in building a team environment. Employees were nominated by their teammates, and the 2023 winners are as follows: Administration Employee of the Year Bryce Nelson Bryce, our administrative services manager and city treasurer, is an exceptional team member, representing qualities that make him well-suited for his role and an asset to his team and the community. His willingness to go the extra mile and ability to approach daily challenges with a problemsolving mindset speaks volumes about his work ethic.

He’s a great team leader, always maintaining a positive attitude, and excels in the ability to calm people down and help them understand the situation. Bryce is a jack of all trades and is well-respected by all who meet him.

Parks and Recreation Employee of the Year Char Jones Char’s biggest key quality is that she’s always helpful. Rain or shine, she’s there to help and is often working on a task before she’s even asked to do so. Her proactive approach and willingness to take on additional responsibilities contribute to the overall success of her team. Her extensive knowledge of anything related to parks or maintenance is an asset to the department.

Char’s genuine care for her co-workers builds positive relationships and a supportive team atmosphere.

Public Works Employee of the Year Bowen Koenig Bowen is a multi-skilled team member, demonstrating valuable qualities in his role as the streets crew leader. His professionalism and ability to get along with anyone are important for a cohesive work environment and are one of the best ways to build team morale. He takes the time to explain something when asked and always maintains a smile on his face. He excels in any position he’s in and has integrity like no other.

Police Administration, Patrol & Investigation Employee of the Year Tracy Preece Officer Preece’s enthusiasm as a school resource officer and detective is truly commendable. Her ability to build relationships with both the school administration and students is crucial for creating a trusting environment and is the foundation of her role in working with the youth. She diligently covers all school crossings, sometimes working them herself, showing her deep commitment to the overall safety of students. Officer Preece is a role model for many and the epitome of an excellent law enforcement officer.

Police & Court Department Staff Employee of the Year Paige Hamblin Paige, our records clerk supervisor, has been referred to as “the glue holding the department together.” She ensures every officer and department member is cared for and equipped with what they need to complete their shift. In her short time with North Ogden City, she streamlined police records and updated policies and procedures. Her efficiency and organization are critical for the smooth operation of the department and her positive attitude and dedication to the well-being of others is unmatched. northogdenconnection.com 9

2024 Blue Can & Holiday Schedule GUIDELINES TO ENSURE CONSISTENT SERVICE • If a holiday (only those in red shown on calendar) falls on a weekday, service will be delayed one day following the holiday • Blue cans will only be emptied on the weeks highlighted in blue.

• All containers MUST be placed outside by 6 a.m.

• Containers should be placed in the street with the wheels against the curb or within 2 feet of blacktop with the front of the container facing the street • The container must be placed 4 feet apart from other containers and 8 feet from mailboxes, poles, fences, trees or parked vehicles for easy access • Please break down cardboard boxes

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Students of the Month

All Students will Succeed in Academics, Service, Leadership, Behavior, and Inclusion Bradley Cummings

Jovan Espinoza

Congratulations to Bradley Cummings for our Student of the Month nomination. Despite facing significant personal hardships, Brad has shown an admirable determination to improve his academic standing and work toward graduation.

Jovan is an excellent candidate for student of the month because he puts genuine effort into everything he does, has a positive attitude, and greets challenges with enthusiasm and optimism.

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Over the past few weeks, Brad has demonstrated notable improvements in both his academic performance and work ethic. He has shown commendable improvement in his work ethic by completing and making up assignments. He is a reminder to us that perseverance in the face of adversity can lead to growth and progress.

I have seen him grow so much this year; he is a great peer mentor with our Spanish-speaking students. During our International Festival, he took the lead with pride. He is always willing to help others, charging his skills on the basketball team.

Jovan is also a positive and kind student. He greets his peers and teachers in the hallway and has a smile on his face, and he is a great example to his peers during class. Jovan cares about his schoolwork and performance in extracurriculars.

During science, Jovan is willing to help his peers understand assignments. He is a leader in both academics and basketball!

Brian Teo

Irelynn Grissinger

It is a great pleasure to announce Brian Teo as the Student of the Month for the 8th grade Chinese immersion class. Brian’s exceptional qualities and dedication to his studies have set him apart as a truly outstanding student. Not only does he possess an exemplary proficiency level in Chinese, but he also demonstrates unwavering kindness, respect, and a genuine eagerness to learn.

Irelynn is a 9th-grade student at Orion Jr. High. She is being recognized for being a great example of Orion’s core values: Community, Grit, Respect, Responsibility, and Creativity.

Irelynn is very kind and caring towards others. She goes out of her way to support others in need and is quick to find ways to be helpful.

One of Irelynn’s favorite classes is Latinos in Action. She loves the service aspect of the class and enjoys helping put things in motion for good causes that benefit others.

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Brian’s commitment to academic excellence is evident in his consistent performance. He goes above and beyond willingly assisting others in need. His positive and helpful attitude creates a supportive learning environment for all. Brian’s work ethic and thirst for knowledge are commendable, and it is apparent he will continue to achieve success in all his future endeavors. Brian inspires and elevates the entire class, making our learning community richer and more vibrant.

Irelynn enjoys rollerblading, ice skating, and art. She is a fantastic artist and is very creative. Irelynn can visualize art in her mind and bring it to life on paper or in 3D. She has a positive influence on others, and is mature, wise, strong, and amazing! Congratulations Irelynn!

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EVENTS

SCHOOLS

FUN THINGS TO DO

SENIOR CENTER

Due to limited space, school sporting events will no longer be listed below.

Second Tuesdays: Community Craft Night (Bring Your Own Supplies) Local Artisan Collective, 2371 Keisel Ave, Ogden. For Teens & Adults 5–7 p.m.

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ALL SCHOOLS IN WSD Feb 16, 19: No School Feb 21: Parent Teacher Conferences

WEBER HIGH Feb 5-9: Sophmore Spirit Week Feb 7: Zero Fatalities 7 p.m.

Feb 10: Sweet Heart’s Dance 8 p.m.

Feb 22-Mar 4: Freaky Friday 7 p.m.

NORTH OGDEN JR HIGH Feb 14: Valentine’s Stomp 12:30 p.m.

Feb 28: Incentive Glow Stick Stomp

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Thursdays: North Ogden Community Band Join us if you’ve played a band instrument in high school or college. For more info, email jepsenl2665@gmail.com Rehearsals at North View Senior Center 7:30 p.m.

Feb 2: First Friday Art Stroll Downtown Ogden 6–9 p.m.

Feb 2: Open Studio Night! The Monarch, 455 25th Street 6–9 p.m.

Feb 9: Ogden-Weber Applied College Tech Tour 8:30 a.m.

Feb 3, 10, 17, 24: Winter Market Downtown Ogden 10 a.m.–2 p.m.

Feb 23: Spring Dance 6–8 p.m.

Feb 5: Changing Lanes Peery’s Egyptian Theater 7:30 p.m.

Feb 5-9: Hope Week Feb 12-16: STEAM Week Feb 13: Science Fair 9 a.m.

Feb 15: STEAM Night 6 p.m.

Feb 19: No School

VENTURE HIGH Feb 16, 19: No School Feb 26-Mar 1: Venture Values Week Feb 29-Mar 2: VHS Musical

Mondays Ceramics 8:30 a.m.

Beginner Line Dance 9 a.m.

Intermediate Line Dance 10 a.m.

Computer/Tap Dance Class 1 p.m.

Wednesdays: Country Dancing Union Station in Ogden. For Teens & Adults $5 8:30–11:30 p.m.

Feb 1: High School Tours 8 a.m.

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Feb 9-11: Acorn’s Antique & Vintage Show Golden Spike Event Center Feb 15-Mar 2: Little Women Broadway Musical broadwayontheside.org Tickets $12-17, (Matinees @ 2 p.m., $5) 454 N. 325 E., Ogden 7 p.m.

Feb 16-18: Ogden Home Show Golden Spike Event Center Feb 22-26: Hunchback of Notre Dame Tickets ogdenpet.com $20-28 7:30 p.m.

Tuesdays Art 9:30 a.m.

Intermediate Line Dance 10 a.m.

Beginner’s Tap 1:30 p.m.

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Tai Chi 9 a.m.

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Zumba 3:15 p.m.

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Fridays Ceramics 8:30 a.m.

Bridge 9 a.m.

Yoga 10 a.m.

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Quest for a Canine The bittersweet journey of bringing home a new puppy

BY MARLISS SCOTT PHOTOS BY ROCKY PHOTOGRAPHY

Maggie at 14 weeks

M

y husband, David, claims that I was the one who instigated us getting a puppy. He’d made a passing comment about how he wouldn’t mind getting a “bridge” dog.

Ten-year- --old Thunder, our English Pointer/Black Lab mix, is entering his twilight years—his black fur now tinged with white, and the bounce gone from his step. We’d had to put down Sparky, our 15-year-old Corgi mix, in early 2020. A tough decision, one I wouldn’t wish on anyone.

My mind is like a steel trap—I don’t easily forget passing comments, especially when the subject is a puppy.

Now I’ll admit, after Sparky, I was adamant that we would only have ONE dog from now on. But a seed was planted and now three years later, enter Maggie the Magnificent Magpie dog. You can just call her Maggie.

Did you know that magpies are one of the smartest creatures in the animal kingdom? Our new puppy had a look of intelligence in her eyes. And just like magpies, nothing gets past her. Just ask baby Jesus and Joseph.

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This past holiday she devoured the figurines, leaving behind a battered Mary, whom I thankfully was able to rescue from Maggie’s clutches.

“Despite the challenges, pets can bring us joy.

They embrace life to the fullest and drag us along.”

Back to the “bridge” dog comment: getting a new puppy while we still had Thunder would ensure our household would never be dog-less. When I told my son Forrest about Dad’s passing comment, he was on it like white on rice. He began texting me link after link to all kinds of puppies online. Forrest and I came close to driving to Cedar City on his day off to pick up Biscuit, a Border Collie mix. The owner asked about our household, which is fairly chill. We don’t have small children, and we’re almost empty-nesters.

We believe in staying fit, but they warned us that this breed tends to be

high-energy. And, according to dog behaviorist Cesar Millan, pet energy and family, or “pack” energy, should be equal to or less than the lowest energy entity (human or canine). So, I reluctantly passed on Biscuit.

While shopping at Station Park in Farmington one autumn afternoon, hubby and I saw some kids walking their silver Labrador* puppy. I’d done research on Labs when my son was sending me all those puppy links.

Now, we aren’t all about purebred dogs. Mutts and mixes are fine with us. We both just really liked the dog.

When I asked friends about their experiences with Labs, they all agreed that they make a good family pet.

David’s birthday is in October, and it dawned on me—wouldn’t it be a great surprise to gift him a puppy? After all, HE’s the one that wanted a “bridge” dog. I’m just giving him what he wants.

It didn’t take long for me to find a silver Lab pup on KSL. I was looking for a female as I felt there was a better chance of the puppy and Thunder, a neutered male, getting

Maggie at the park, 6 months

Maggie, Winni and Thunder David and Maggie at the park

along. Maggie was the last of the litter and, hallelujah, she was female. The downside was the owners lived near Price, about two hours from our home.

I had to act quickly. They were making a trek to Cabela’s in Lehi THAT evening and suggested I meet them there, cutting the commute in half. I couldn’t drive down there and not tell David what was going on. and I felt he should have the final say on whether he wanted her.

At 12 weeks, Maggie was sweet, she was cuddly, and those eyes! Of course, we got her and promptly spent bundles of money buying dog accouterments galore! Kennels, leashes, toys, food, and treats. We took her for her wellness check and enrolled her in a puppy training class which, Cesar Millan says is more about training the humans than it is about the dog. So true.

Now at almost seven months, Maggie is considered a teenager in dog years.

She’s fun, she’s rebellious, she’s sassy, and she’s a challenge. I’ll admit we have questioned more than once what we were thinking getting a puppy. And yes, maybe you knew this already, besides being smart, Labradors are

considered “high-spirited.” Guess we didn’t dodge THAT bullet.

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My canine quest takeaways? Despite the challenges, like housebreaking, daily walks in 30-degree weather, and potty breaks at 4 a.m., pets can bring us joy. They embrace life to the fullest and drag us along. Even with the destroyed manger debacle, you can’t help but laugh at their antics.

Pets, including cats, dogs, rabbits, horses, and even fish, bring our blood pressure down, alleviate stress and anxiety, and help with loneliness and depression. Most importantly, they give us unconditional love.

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Nathan remains close to the Air Force, his 25 years in service now informing and guiding his current efforts of helping on the civilian side of security details and service at Hill Air Force Base.

From a very young age, Nathan knew there were only two paths for him—college or the Air Force. He even sent himself a letter when he was young that was to be delivered several years later, reminding him that these were the only two real choices for his life. These options actually came together for Nathan later on, taking advantage of the education and training opportunities that came his way. Nathan now proudly speaks of his bachelor’s degree and master’s degree, noting that the Air Force helped provide these opportunities.

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athan Huven chuckles when he thinks about where he came from.

“Monico is a very small town in northern Wisconsin,” he says. “There were only 250 people in the whole town, and many of them live their whole lives within 100 miles of where they were born.”

We both agree that while there’s nothing wrong with that necessarily, that wasn’t the life we saw ourselves in. Growing up, Nathan’s family didn’t have a lot.

His dad worked as a lumberjack and Nathan found himself doing similar jobs in the area, looking for the opportunity to expand his horizons and reach for something more.

“I never meant to make the Air Force a career,” he muses. “I really was just looking for some kind of direction, something that would provide chances to get out and see the world and perhaps learn a skill.” He started a family and quickly discovered that there are definite benefits to a steady paycheck.

Working as a Security Police officer in the Air Force provided that paycheck, and brought the other things he was looking for as well. Nathan spent time in countries all over the world, including some tense moments in Kuwait and at Bagram Air Base in Afghanistan.

“It was pretty exciting, at times,” he says, remembering when, during the first ever Afghan elections, a 100mm rocket landed as close as within 100 yards of where he was. “I learned that that was as close as I ever cared to be to a 100mm rocket.”

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Nathan remains close to the Air Force, his 25 years in service now informing and guiding his current efforts of helping on the civilian side of security details and service at Hill Air Force Base. He manages a team of 25 folks who help with administrative functions, including paperwork and background checks.

All totaled, his service in and with the Air Force is more than 43 years.

“No one wants to go to war,” Nathan says. “Our task is to remain prepared so we don’t have to. As the world’s superpower, we have the responsibility and opportunity to help maintain and protect freedoms for those who are in need. Our brave men and women, those who have sacrificed and those who continue to serve, support, and defend freedom around the world deserve our respect, and support.”

This legacy and heritage continues to this day as Nathan’s family continues to find ways to serve and learn a proper perspective on what it means to serve.

“I never put on the uniform for thanks,” Nathan says, a little uncomfortable with the recognition. “I wore the uniform with pride and gratitude for the chance to be a part of something bigger and to gain a perspective born of first-hand experience in the world. I’ve been all over the world and seen many beautiful places and people. But this is home. This will always be home.”

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A Message and Thank You to Our Community Towards the end of 2023, Weber CTC in partnership with North Ogden City, Harrisville City, the Utah Department of Health and Human Services, Bonneville Communications, and Crown Trophy was able to bring a small piece of the statewide Live On suicide prevention campaign to our local community.

The Live On campaign is a statewide effort to prevent suicide by promoting education, providing resources, and changing our culture around suicide and mental health. We are extremely grateful to our partners and our community for creating space for this campaign, and for being willing to engage in conversations about mental health and suicide prevention.

These topics can be difficult to talk about, especially because throughout the state of Utah, many of our community members have been impacted by suicide. Bringing campaigns like Live On into our local communities is not meant to be a solution, as much as an effort to build awareness and do one crucial thing: inspire people to engage in conversations about mental health. These conversations can be difficult, which makes building a campaign like Live On complex. To make this campaign effective, it takes honest feedback from local

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e can’t deny that the Covid pandemic has significantly impacted our children. Test scores nationwide dropped drastically, leaving educators and parents with the heavy responsibility to fill the learning gap. As I visited with educators, I noticed that most were scrambling to come up with solutions. If this is the case, how can parents, our student's “first teachers,” even begin to know where to start?

Social Emotional Learning During the pandemic, our communities ran to the virtual world to connect. Social media, video conferencing, and remote business became essential to mainstream life. Despite the many excellent benefits found within this evolution, the ease of this virtual culture has disabled many of our children. Many foundational skills, such as sharing their feelings, resolving conflict, or simple verbal conversation, have now become a huge stumbling block in their development.

We learn more when we teach. I recommend roleplaying as we “mind the gap” in our students' social and emotional learning. Take the time to explore your child's particular passions: a social media platform, a video game, a favorite TV show, or

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a hobby. Then, cast your judgments aside. Ask them to teach you. This exercise allows them to articulate and explain an order of operations.

Ultimately, it puts your child in a place of expertise. Eventually, they will begin to feel success and trust that can be applied to their academics and many other aspects of their lives.

Academic Support Once you’ve laid the foundation of success and trust, seek ways to find transparency and accountability.

There are two excellent computer programs that instruct and report on how students are progressing in their academics: IXL and Khan Academy. Most schools throughout the US use these programs. A parent portal on both platforms allows parents to see their student's progress. Progress monitoring your student's work does not make you a spy. It makes you a parent.

If you have a student who is struggling to read, I highly recommend the book, Teach Your Child To Read in 100 Easy Lessons.

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Partnerships I can’t say this enough, partner with your student's teacher often. Meet with them at the beginning, midterm, and end of the term. A parentteacher conference twice a year isn’t enough. Escape the world of email and have meaningful face-to-face conversations. Strive to be the parent that crushes the stereotype “them and us” and embrace the philosophy that it takes a village to raise a child.

Let us all be actively engaged to find solutions as we “mind the gap” and support our young learners during this time of recovery. It is the best investment we can make to ensure a bright and stable future.

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nnie Jessie Hall was born in Pleasant View in 1885. The daughter of immigrants from England, she grew up in North Ogden where her father was a successful contractor and fruit grower. She attended Weber schools and, after graduating, decided to go to nursing school.

Annie was well accomplished in her field. She was the Director of Nurses at Dee Memorial Hospital from 1912 through 1914, and then from 1916 to 1917, she served as the Director of Nurses at St. Marks Hospital in Salt Lake City. She also spent some years as an in-home nurse/caretaker for wealthy families.

When World War I broke out, Annie enlisted in the Army Nurse Corps. She was stationed in New York for her initial training, and then served in France.

Annie arrived in France in May of 1918. She worked in a field hospital and a camp hospital. Records show Annie working at a camp hospital in Brest, France. Camp hospitals were away from the front-line action. Field Hospitals were mobile, flexible facilities that moved with military units during warfare and took care of casualties on site. Annie had a front row seat to the action when she was transferred to work at Field Hospital 101.

The guns fell silent on the Western Front on November 11, 1918. Annie was discharged from service in August of

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1919, and returned home to Utah.

In 1929, she was acknowledged as one of the new members of the American Legion Post 9, located in Ogden. During these years, Annie was furthering her knowledge, and in 1933, we find that she was listed as an Anesthetist at Dee Memorial.

The position of Nurse anesthetist Annie Jessie Hall wearing a WWI Nurse uniform began during the Civil War, developed familysearch.org during WWI, and through the 1920’s and 1930’s there were training programs and 20 schools across the U.S. that offered training on the position. On September 28th, 1933, the Ogden Standard Examiner reported that Annie had returned home from Milwaukee and Chicago, attending conventions of the National Nurses Anesthetist Association and the World’s Fair. She continued to pursue Camp Hospital 33 Brest, France - December 1918 this field of nursing, even when Army Medical Department Center of History and Heritage it was at the center of a court case that argued only chief surgeons should be administering anesthesia.

It was clear that Annie had a passion for The result of that case allowed nurses nursing. She retired in 1962 at the age to continue the practice. In 1940, the of 77. She never married, and instead local social pages announced that dedicated herself to her craft for her Annie was visiting a lifelong colleague entire life. In 1965, while Annie was living in Ogden, she passed away. She was and friend in Clinton, and that was laid to rest at Aultorest Memorial Park in the chief anesthetist at the general South Ogden, Utah. hospital in Sacramento California.

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1 cup strawberries, chopped into bite size pieces 1 cup bananas, sliced 1 cup blueberries 1 pint of sugar-free whipping cream 1 tsp. vanilla Agave to taste Mix whipping cream, agave and vanilla in medium mixing bowl for 3 to 5 minutes or until stiff. Layer fruit and cream into clear glasses or small bowls and serve.

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