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October 2018
HAVE A HAPPY HALLOWEEN!
Fall is here! History of Halloween Chili and Donut Recipes Halloween & Fall Events
PHOTOGRAPHY CONTEST! Winners on page 15!
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Mayor's Message Changing Fall Season
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e are in the midst of the autumn season, a time when leaves are changing color, sweater weather is approaching after the heat of summer, and there are endless festive things to do this time of the year. Autumn is a time to appreciate nature with its color variations. I am not looking forward to the cold weather that follows, but Fall is a great time of year. The changing seasons we all enjoy in the midst of the mountains bring on a new look and feel of comfort. There is some extra work of raking leaves, but North Ogden City has made it easier with the vacuum truck that comes by and picks them up, thanks to our great Public Works Department.
"The changing seasons we all enjoy in the midst of the mountains bring on a new look and feel of comfort."
Despite the changing weather, there are opportunities to hike or just take a ride through the country. The kids are excited about Halloween and all its activities and treats. It is important to maintain a balanced perspective with the season change. It is time to reflect that we as humans have no dominion over nature; we only participate in it. I hope you have an enjoyable Fall season with family and friends and recognize that we have a great place to live and raise our families. -Brent Chugg, Mayor
Stay connected! The City's website has information on every department in the City.
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from the Editor What an amazing photo contest! We had 121 entries with over 4000 votes cast. It was so much fun to watch as many of you worked hard to get your friends and family to vote on your photos. The quality and beauty of your photographs were amazing. The hardest part Melissa and Ryan Spelts was picking the Editor's Choice winner. Thank you for participating: and you can find the winners on page 15. The cool weather is starting and the leaves are changing, a beautiful time of year. Remember to share with us your proud parent moments, recipes and ideas for stories that we can tell. Thank you for reading and connecting with us. Ryan Spelts, Publisher
News, contests, photos from readers and lots more! We love hearing from you! northogdenconnection
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WRITERS Melissa Spelts Ryan Spelts Breanna Hart EDITORS Carolyn White Heather Godfrey Paige Toll
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City of North Ogden Updates Employee of the Month-September
Employee of the Month-October
Trent, or “Ottis” as his coworkers prefer to call him, has been with the City for 16 years. He is the Sanitary Sewer Superintendent. There is about 100 miles of sewer lines in the City that Trent and his staff clean, maintain and monitor. Trent holds a Level III Waste Water Collection certificate with the State of Utah.
Bowen Koenig has only worked in the water department for nine months; however he handled a challenging week in May like a seasoned pro.
Trent Wilkins
Trent works hard and is willing to help other departments out as needed. He is currently spearheading the demolition of two houses on 2600 North. Thank you Ottis for all you do to make North Ogden a great place to live.
Community Question Corner BY JON CALL, CITY ATTORNEY/ADMINISTRATOR
Question: Can I store landscaping materials on the road?
Answer: No. The simple answer is that you cannot
store landscaping materials on the roadway during home improvement projects. The storm water rules prohibit the storage of landscaping materials along the curb of any street regardless of the time frame. The storage of these materials on public property always leaves residue which ultimately is washed into the storm drain system. It is illegal to put anything down the storm drain that isn’t pure water so please do not wash debris , or pour chemicals of any kind into the gutters or storm drain boxes. Please remember during the annual cleanup that residents need to be careful to keep all leaves and branches on the grass behind the curb and gutter, not in the gutter. This helps the City to keep our storm boxes clean when we have fall rain storms. The City has recently stepped up the enforcement of storm water violations so please call the Public Works Department (801) 782-8111 if you see individuals storing rocks, gravel, sand, bark, or other landscaping materials in the gutter along a street. Please help us remind your neighbors about the appropriate storage policies so we can help keep our storm water channels clean and debris free. If you have questions about proper procedures, city code, building permits, community events, how-to's, or other city-related questions, please send an email to jcall@nogden.org.
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Bowen Koenig
The office staff called him to notify him about the leak at 2700 N 450 E. He quickly determined the problem and shut the water main down. Bowen collected the necessary repair parts, and with assistance from the maintenance crew, got the valve fixed and restored water to the main. Friday of the same week another valve issue at 2650 N 950 E was called in with water in the road. The crew quickly repaired the gate valve and restored service. Bowen professionally handles every situation he is faced with. That dedication is why he is our October Employee of the Month.
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CITY NEWS
FALL CLEAN UP
Green Waste Only * Bagged * Bundled * Boxed OCTOBER 15TH - 19TH The City has scheduled the fall Green Waste Pick Up for October 15th-19th 2018; collection will be on your regular garbage day. The volume of material may, however, delay collection. The regulations mentioned below MUST be followed when placing material out for collection. All materials must be in bags, boxes or containers. Bush clippings and small tree limbs must be bundled and no longer than 5 feet in length. Weight limit is 75 pounds. Place materials in parkways, not in curb or waterways. This is a Green Waste Clean Up Only. October 13 * October 15-19 * October 20 The facility will be open for your use at NO CHARGE Monday – Friday from 8am to 4:00pm and Saturdays the 13th and 20th from 9am to 2pm.
How Snow Is Removed From City Streets We want everyone to better understand the procedure the City will be using. Because we do not know when or how much snow we will receive, we follow a basic plan for removal and adjust accordingly. If a storm hits during the night, the Police Department will call out the crew as needed. Certain streets of the City have a greater intensity of use, faster speeds, and and more snow than other streets; these roads have a higher priority. We will plow the main routes first, school areas, bus routes, etc, then we will branch out into residential areas. It may be necessary to clear an area immediately for power outages, fire or ambulance calls, or other obvious emergencies. We begin plowing snow when there is an expected accumulation of 3” or more. For those storms that are less than 3” we will salt the main road, large hills and school zones only. With a storm that lays down 3” of snow and then stops, it will take approximately 8-10 hours for plows to clear the snow from every area in the City. If the snow continues beyond 3”, the time is increased roughly two hours per inch. Please know that we are doing our best to meet the snow removal needs of the City as quickly as possible. Please be patient in cleaning your driveways. When clearing your driveway, please put the snow on the right side of your driveway, and not into the street, so when the plows do come by they will push the snow away from your driveway. We especially want to draw your attention to the busy intersections throughout the City. Please be extremely cautious when approaching these intersections. Slow down ahead of time, even if your lane has the right-of-way. Your caution while traveling these and all areas of the City is important for your safety. Additionally, please remember there is no parking on any City street from midnight to 6:00 am or within 24 hours of a 8 NORTH OGDEN CONNECTION // October 2018
Time to rake leaves and lawn clean up!
The Green Waste Facility will close for the season on November 3rd (weather permitting). The compost facility will be open at no cost during the Fall Clean Up days of October 15th -19th from 8:00-4:00 and 9:00-2:00 October 13th and 20th.
snowstorm. We understand that snow removal is a very time consuming and frustrating task. Occasionally, City snow removal efforts can undo shoveling on private property. Our goal is to minimally impact private property, but the main objective is to keep the streets clear for vehicular travel. If you have any questions on how we do snow plowing or salting, please call David at 801-782-8111. The snowplow drivers cannot stop plowing to handle concerns unless an emergency occurs. So all questions and concerns will need to be raised with David at 801-782-8111We will do our best to serve you and make North Ogden City a safe winter community. Thank you for your support and caution.
SNOW REMOVAL HELP Many of your friends, family members and neighbors are older, or temporarily/ permanently disabled and need your help when it snows. If you are willing to help your neighbors, let them know. Give them your phone number and tell them to call. If you are one of the residents that are in need of assistance, talk to your neighbors, or find the phone numbers to your local church leaders and scout masters.
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CITY NEWS
City Council Meetings The Mayor and Council welcome your input and attendance at the council meetings held the second and fourth Tuesdays of every month starting at 6pm (not held on the 5th Tuesday of the month, if applicable). Check www.northogdencity.com for changes. Work sessions are held as needed on the first Tuesday of each month at 6 pm.
CITY NEWS
Key Community Contacts Mayor: Brent Chugg - 801- 737-9836 bchugg@nogden.org Council Members: Cheryl Stoker - 801-782-9302 cstoker@nogden.org Phillip Swanson - 801-940-2111 pswanson@nogden.org
Flood Zones
Questions regarding flood zones should be directed to Lorin Gardner, City Engineering at 801-782-8111. FEMA flood maps are available for your review at the city offices. We also have elevation certificates.
Carl Turner - 801-737-0398 cturner@nogden.org
Questions, comments, accolades?
Ryan Barker - 801-814-4306 rbarker@nogden.org
Go to www.northogdencity.com/i-want-to/contact-us or see community contacts, right, for information.
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Blake Cevering - 801-549-8202 bcevering@nogden.com
City Hall: 801-782-7211 Planning Director:
801-737-2220 Rob Scott - rscott@nogden.org
City Recorder/ H.R. Director: 801-737-9830 Annette Spendlove - aspend@nogden.org Building:
801-737-9831 Bruce Higley - bhigley@nogden.org
Police: Business 801-782-7219 Dispatch 801-629-8221 Emergency 911 Interim Chief Crowther ccrowther@nogden.org Paul Rhoades - prhoades@nogden.org Public Works Director: 801-782-8111 David Espinoza - despinoza@nogden.org Shelly Robison - srobison@nogden.org Parks & Recreation: 801-737-0587 Tiffany Staheli - tstaheli@nogden.org Becca Godfrey - bgodfrey@nogden.org Jesse Felter - jfelter@nogden.org Justin Rasmussen - jrasmussen@nogden.org City Admin./ City Attorney: Jon Call - jcall@nogden.org 801-737-9846 Senior Center: 801-782-6211 NORTH OGDEN CONNECTION // October 2018 9
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Students of the Month Sacoya Ipock
Megan Taylor
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BY BREANNA HART
Megan Taylor is the sweetest girl. We are so glad that she is one of our Connection Choice Students of the Month. She attends Orion Jr. High as an eighth grader. Her favorite subject is math and her favorite teacher is Mrs. Zito. She loves tumbling and is really good at it. When she has time she enjoys reading books that are written by Rick Riordan. She was part of the Spanish immersion program at Majestic Elementary and is fluent in Spanish. When she grows up she wants to be a circus performer with a traveling circus and then open her own circus gym. Megan is such a great helper to her parents and a good friend to those she’s around.
Sacoya Ipock is a senior at Weber High and is one of the most genuine people I have ever met, which is why she was chosen as the Connection’s Choice Student of the Month. Sacoya has been a friend of mine for about five years now and throughout that time she always lifts up me and the people around us. She constantly goes out of her way to make people feel welcome and accepted. If she sees someone sitting alone at lunch she doesn’t hesitate to go and talk to that person. Last year she ran for senior class officer and, not surprisingly, she made it. She plans on being specialized in orthopedic surgery. She doesn’t know what college she wants to go to quite yet, but her top two choices are University of Arkansas and Louisiana State University. She spends most of her time volunteering at the Ogden Nature Center, teaching horse riding lessons, rehearsing for the Newsies play, and so much more. In her free time she likes to go for rides with her horse, paint, sing, dance, play the piano, and take pictures.
Raegan Rogers North Ogden Junior High School Raegan Rogers is an eighth grader at North Ogden Junior High School. She is our pick for the Connection Choice Student of the Month because she always has such a great attitude and is always happy. She is so fun to be around. We asked her what some of her favorite things are. This was her reply: favorite subject is student government; favorite teacher is all of them; her favorite things to do are play sports, be with friends and make people laugh. She wants to be a veterinarian when she grows up. Thank you Raegan for being such a great friend and example to those you are around.
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October Calendar of Events SCHOOL EVENTS
Oct 22 - Late Start Oct 29 - Late Start Oct 30 - Volleyball/NAL vs. Rocky - 3 PM to 5 PM
Weber High School Oct 2 - Girls Soccer Davis @ Weber - 3:30 PM to 5:30 PM, Happy Orion Jr High Fall Break! Volleyball - Weber @ Layton - 3:30 Oct 2 - Softball - Roy Jr. @ Orion - 3 PM - 5:30 PM PM to 5 PM Oct 3 - Golf @ Talon’s Cove Golf Oct 4 - Softball - Orion @ Rocky Course (State) - 9 AM to 4 PM Mountain - 3 PM to 5 PM Oct 4 - Golf @ Talon’s Cove Golf Course Oct 5 - Football - North Ogden @ Orion (State) - 9 AM to 4 PM, Girl soccer 3 PM to 5 PM Weber @ Layton 3:30 PM to 5:30 PM, Oct 9 - Softball - Playoff game - 3 PM to Volleyball Davis @ Weber - 3:30 PM to 5 PM 5:30 PM, Football Fremont @ Weber - 7 Oct 11 - Football - Orion @ Rocky PM to 9 PM Mountain - 3 PM to 5 PM, Softball Oct 5 - Cross Country Region Championship Game 3:30 PM to 5:30 Championship @ Layton Commons Park PM. - 3 PM to 5 PM Oct 15 - Volleyball/NAL tryouts - 2:30 Oct 8 & 12 Spirit Week PM to 5 PM Oct 9 - Volleyball Weber @ Clearfield Oct 17 - Football - T.H. Bell @ Orion - 3 3:30 PM to 5:30 PM PM to 5 PM Oct 11 - Volleyball Fremont @ Weber Oct 18 & 19 - Fall Break - NO School 3:30 PM to 5:30 PM Oct 25 - Football playoff game - 3 PM Oct 12 - Football - Weber @ Layton - 7 to 5 PM PM to 9 PM Oct 30 - Volleyball/NAL - Orion BYE Oct 15 - 19th - School Lunch Workers Appreciation Week Maria Montessori Oct 16 - Volleyball - Weber @ Syracuse 3:30 PM to 5:30 PM Oct 16-18 - Early Release - Parent Teacher Conferences Oct 17 - Cross Country State Championship @ Sugarhouse Park - 3 Oct 18 & 19 - Fall Break - NO School PM to 5 PM, Football BYE Week Oct 18 & 19 - Fall Break - No School North Ogden Elementary Oct 23 - Volleyball - Northridge @ Weber Oct 8 - 12 - School lunch workers - 3:30 PM to 5:30 PM appreciation week Oct 25 - Volleyball BYE week, Newsies Oct 15- 17 - Parent Teacher Conferences Matinee Show 9:15 AM to 12:15 PM - Early out schedule Oct 26 - Newsies Opening Night - 7 PM Oct 18 & 19 Fall Break - No school to 10 PM Oct 22 -25 Red Ribbon Week Oct 27 - ACT Testing, Newsies Oct 26 - Professional Learning Day - No Performance - 7 PM to 10 PM School Oct 29 - Newsies Performance- 7 PM to Oct 31 - Halloween Parade - 8:45 AM to 10 PM, 9:30 AM NOJH Oct 1 - Late start Oct 2 - Softball vs. Sand Ridge - 3 PM to 5 PM Oct 4 - Softball @ Orion - 3 PM to 5 PM Oct 5 - Football @ Orion - 3 PM to 5 PM Oct 8 - Late start Oct 11 - Football vs. Wahlquist - 3 PM to 5 PM Oct 15 - Volleyball/NAL Tryouts - 3 PM to 5 PM Oct 17 - Football at Roy - 3 PM to 5 PM
Bates Elementary Oct 15 - 17 Parent teacher Conferences - Early Out 1:05 Oct 17 - NO kindergarten Oct 18 & 19 - Fall Break - Not School Oct 26 - Teacher Training - No School Lomond View Elementary Oct 15 - 17 - Parent Teacher Conferences/Early out/Book Fair Oct 17 - No kindergarten Oct 18 & 19 - Fall Break - No School
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SENIOR EVENTS North View Senior Center 485 E. 2550 N. • North Ogden, Utah 801-782-6211 *A delicious and nutritious lunch is served at 11:50 am on M, T, W, & F* *Dinner is served at 5:00 pm on Thursdays* *Meals are $3 for ages 60 and up* *Meals are $6 for ages 59 and under* *Meals include a main dish, fruit, vegetable, and dessert* Monday 8:30 Ceramics (quilt tying as requested) 10:00 - Line Dancing 2:00 - Tap Dancing Tuesday 9:30 Art 10:00 Line Dancing 12:30 Weight Lifting (strength exercises) 12:30 Mah Jong Wednesday 9:00 Wood Carving 9:00 Bridge 10:00 Line Dancing 12:30 Pinochle Thursday 1:00 PM Center Opens 1:00 PM Tap Dancing 5:00 PM Dinner 5:30 PM Entertainment Friday 8:30 Zumba 8:30 Ceramics 10:00 Yoga (Bring own mat) 12:30 Pinochle Oct 1 - Free Legal Advice at 10 AM Haircuts at 10:30 for $5 Computer Lab at 1 PM - Teacher is available to help with questions Oct 3 - Cell phone class at 2 PM Oct 4 - Entertainment - David G. Anderson at 5:30 PM Oct 6 - Game day and Potluck Oct 8 - Computer Lab at 1 PM - Teacher is available to help with questions AARP Driving Class - 10 AM Oct 9 - Blood Pressure at 11 AM Flu Shots 9AM to 11AM Oct 10 - Foot Clinic by appt. at 10 AM Oct 11 - Free Legal Advice at 4 PM Bingo at 5:30 PM Oct 15 - Computer Lab at 1 PM - Teacher is available to help with questions
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Oct 17 - Foot Clinic by appt. at 10 AM Oct 18 - Alpine Scooter Rodeo at 5:30 PM Oct 20 - Gary Romer Halloween Dance at 7 PM - Potluck - Costumes optional Prizes awarded Oct 22 - Computer Lab at 1 PM - Teacher is available to help with questions Oct 25 - Blood Pressure at 11 AM Grief Class at 2:30 PM Tip Toe Tappers at 5:30 PM Oct 29 - Computer Lab at 1 PM - Teacher is available to help with questions Oct 30 - Medicare Help - Call Zella to sign up.
HALLOWEEN FAMILY EVENTS Cold Springs trout farm - In North Ogden - Corn Maze
Halloween Movies at 7 PM - Hotel Transylvania, Hocus Pocus and Signs (on Halloween Night). Haunted Hollow - 1900 W. 1550 S. West Haven Union Station Night at the Museum Ghost Tours - October 26 Halloween CARNIVORE Carnival & Dino Trek or Treat Ogden Eccles Dinosaur Park- Ogden 1544 East Park Blvd Oct 18,19,20,26 & 27 6:30- 8:30 PM Visit the parks 8 acres of dinosaurs, Halloween style. This is the only time you can see the park at night The Corn Maze, Haunted Corn Maze, Pumpkin Patch 2801 S 3500 W, Ogden- Follow on Facebook Creatures of the Night at Ogden Nature Center 966 W 12th Street, Ogden- Runs October 5 & 6 - 5-8:30 PM - All Ages
Gibson’s Green Acres Corky’s Corn Patch 449 S 4700 W, Ogden. Huge pickyour-own pumpkins patch, dairy farm tours, wagon ride, mazes plus, separate haunted maze, petting zoo, Corky’s Corn Pit, Grampi’s Games, FARM GAMES, 3 huge slides, concessions, and more! Fright Train - Canyon Meadows Park, South Weber- Oct. 27. - 12-6 PM The Corn Maize 2801 South 3500 West Ogden. Opens September 22-Oct 31 Corn maze and haunted trail, there’s also a pumpkin patch, slides, and more. Glow Run - October 26, 2018 8 PM North Ogden Parks and Recreation www.northogdenrecreation.com
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Rigorous Academic Program Introduced at Weber High School The IB program takes a holistic approach to education and allows students who successfully complete the program to earn up to 30 college credits. LEARN MORE! There will be a Parent Information Night for parents of students currently in grades 8-10. Parents may choose to come to one of the following sessions: Tuesday, October 2 at 7pm Thursday, November 29 at 7pm Wednesday, January 20 at 7pm
BY STEVE GODFREY
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he W under the mountain still burns red and the halls inside the brick building are still windowless, but there is a new academic touch at Weber High in the 2018-2019 school year that is a big change at the high school. For the first time, Weber is implementing the International Baccalaureate (IB) diploma program. The IB program takes a holistic approach to education and allows students who successfully complete the program to earn up to 30 college credits. Since the students are taking college-level classes, the coursework is rigorous. On top of that, there is also a Theory of Knowledge course, an extended research-based essay, and a community service project component. Marcia Kloempken, math teacher but also the IB coordinator, sums it up by saying, “The IB program is a comprehensive and challenging pre-university program for motivated students in 11th and 12th grade. The IB program is widely recognized throughout the US and internationally for its rigor and high academic standards.” In its inaugural season, eight students at Weber High are enrolled in all that IB offers: Kiara Lindsey, Anna Nielson, Tanna Bradley, Kaitlyn Furgeson, Ethan Harris, Jordan Williams, Natalie Stoddard, and Xitlali-Vanessa Ramirez. The goal is to add 20 students for next year and for the number to continue to climb as the program gets rolling and more students see its benefits.
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“I joined the IB program because of its promise of extensive learning along with the surplus amount of college credit available,” Harris, a junior, said. He adds that in addition to IB, his AP scores and his ACT score “will aid in reducing a healthy portion of initial costs and funds that will laden my college years.” Ferguson, who is also in the school’s HOPE squad, said, “From the moment I heard about the program I felt like it was a good decision for me. I want to prove to myself that I can do hard things.” Bradley shares a similar reason. “The IB Program will prepare me for college and the whole idea of a global comparison seemed very compelling.” She adds, “My favorite part is that I have three classes that are just IB students which makes the class size smaller and it’s easier to learn and talk with the teacher.” One aspect that makes the IB program unique is that it’s an international program which emphasizes learning about and respecting different cultures and sharing in a common global community. Within and outside of the actual course, Weber High IB students will be involved in broadening their horizons and becoming more aware of the world around them. “I love how IB intertwines culture and a world view on everything you learn. I feel that’s a great mindset to have while learning,” says Ferguson.
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2018 North Ogden Connection
Photo Contest Winners For the top 10 and all other entries, go to www.northogdenconnection.com
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Art Activities Monday Fun Day PHOTO WALL DECOR
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found this project on Pinterest a few years back. Having pictures of your family in your home is so fun but can be quite expensive, especially if you try and keep the photographs up to date. I don’t know about you, but my kids grow like weeds. I love this approach because it is inexpensive and I can update the photos as often as I like. I originally used Staples and had a great experience. On various websites they suggest you call ahead and make sure they offer this service. Some printers do not like printing pictures on engineering paper because it doesn’t hold up as long, but I have had great success with it and I typically want to replace the photos before they wear out. I called our local Quality Quick Prints behind Lee’s Marketplace and they said they are happy to offer this service, plus the gal I spoke with was so sweet and helpful. The great news is they quoted me less than it cost me at Staples last time.
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Since they are so inexpensive, you could add holiday specific pictures in your home to create a more personal touch to your decorating. You could showcase your kids trick or treating, Thanksgiving activities or pictures in last year’s Christmas jammies.
INSTRUCTIONS 1 1. PRINTING Go to qualityquickprints.com 2. Click on Banner Upload Form 3. One-side black and white 4. I entered in the size I wanted 18x24. 5. Black and white only 20 lb bond. 6. Put in the comments at the bottom that you want your picture printed on engineering paper, black and white, and size (18x24). Sizes and Prices • 18x24 - $1.73 plus tax • 24x36 - $2.50 plus tax • 36x48 - $5 plus tax
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you after you have it printed to Walmart or Target and holding it up to the foam boards so you can buy the right size. You will want the print to overlap on all four sides so the picture goes all the way to the edge. You will fold the print around the foam board and tape to the back. If you do the largest size, you will need to tape two foam boards together to reach that size.
MAKING YOUR PHOTO 3 Place it on a table or clean surface face
down. Put the foam board on the inside and gently fold the corners over the board tightly. I used regular clear scotch tape to hold them down. Turn around and voila, you’re done. We hung ours up in our house using tiny nails and hammered them into the wall, or rested them on shelves. They look great!
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Monsters Among Us? BY RYAN SPELTS
Have you ever been hiking out away from civilization and had the eerie feeling that you are being watched? The hairs stand up on the back of your neck, there is a too-calm silence in the surrounding area. SOMETHING IS OUT THERE. SOMETHING IS WATCHING. Some would say it is probably just in your head, others might say it is maybe a predator like a lion or bear nearby. But in Utah mountains, it could be something else…Big Foot! You might think it a farce or the imagination of some who aren’t all there. Those who have experienced these things are 100% sure that they have seen or encountered the creature. Do you believe? The interesting thing about Big Foot experiences is that those who have seen them are often timid about retelling because they don’t want to seem crazy. The fear they experienced in their encounters is palpable in their
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retelling, you can feel it. The following are Big Foot stories retold by those who have had them. They are local big foot experiences from Utah. I am only using first names in the stories to keep it simple and protect identities. Many of these stories came from an interview I had with local Big Foot enthusiast, Dave Carver, and some videos he produced on YouTube called Dave’s Bigfoot Show, look it up if you would like more information.
THE SIGHTINGS... Scare Canyon:
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Layton:
A quick search online, reveals quite a few videos from local locations all along the Wasatch Front. One is a video shot from a rooftop in Layton. The man was looking for deer and saw something strange. He quickly turned on his recorder to watch a large humanoid walking across an open section of the hillside. It appears to take large steps and though size cannot be determined, when the video zooms out for a minute, you can see how large the creature is from a distance. It stands out quite clearly. Is it Big Foot?
North Ogden Divide:
Driving from the Ogden Valley over the North Ogden Divide one night, David, Jamie and Nick saw something crossing the road ahead of them. It was very tall and hairy and appeared to be Big Foo t. Nick who was driving thought someone had to be playing pranks on the road so he rolled down his wind ow and hollered at the person to “Get Out Of The Roa d!” At which point the creature turned and looked at them and everything went silent. Jamie said the hair on the back of her neck went up and David seeing it from the back seat, said it was dark, hairy and very tall. The natu ral look of the hair and body meant it was not a costume . They were in such shock by the encounter that they didn’t even talk the rest of the way down the mountain, just cold, dead silence. They even struggled to talk about the incident afterwards.
Logan Canyon:
to go visit In 1990, Dusty, Kurt and Clint decided y. They Valle en Utah State in Logan from the Ogd Logan ugh thro n dow and drove around the back needed Kurt , ntain mou the of top the Canyon. Near d over pulle they to relieve himself quite badly and so p grou The ds. to go to the bathroom in the woo ous nerv a had Kurt . ness busi spread out to do their ed start He tion. situa sful stres a stutter when in other two to loudly stutter, "Bi-bi.bi.big…" The finger and ted poin followed in the direction of his scattered the ng amo off s up on the hillside a way y and hair tall, ed, legg two e, pines was a larg They g. alon king wal re figu -like man brown plete awe com in tes watched the creature for 5 minu were they use beca fear feel ’t and silence. They didn day mid was it but y worr not to y far enough awa and in a secluded part of the canyon.
What do you think?... LOCAL LEGENDS OR A REAL SASQUATCH? I don’t know. It is still unclear. I have to agree with some doubters who ask, why haven’t we seen the bones of the dead? While I also have to acknowledge when I hear these stories, many from very sane and respected individuals from the community, there is a consensus to be reached that Big Foot may just be out there lurking in the dark, watching us in the silent areas of the woods. With the advancement in video technology and the nearly universal ownership of smartphones, I am excited for the day when Big Foot runs across someone with a 4K capable video camera that can put this whole thing to rest. Until then, if you see monsters this October, they are likely just kids in costumes. However, if you spend some time in the mountains … CONNECTIONPUBLISHING // October 2018 19
The History of Halloween
BY MELISSA SPELTS
Have you ever wondered why we celebrate Halloween in America? Halloween originated in Ireland and Scotland as part of the Celtic religion. They called it “All Hallows Day” celebrating it on November 1st. This holiday is still celebrated there as it is here in America. In rural areas they light bonfires as they would in the days of the Celts, and all over the countryside children get dressed up in costumes and walk the neighborhoods trick or treating. The Celts believed that this was a time when the veil between the ghost’s world and our world was thin. They brought the holiday to the United States in the 1900s. Why do we say “TRICK OR TREAT?” I always thought we were giving our neighbors the right to say, “do a trick for me and I’ll give you a treat." This is not the case. In Ireland, the phrase was a subtle suggestion that if a treat (candy) was given, then the child would not perform a “trick” on the owner’s house. I like my way better. The phrase “Trick or treat” came to America as families migrated here. Trick or treating paused during World War II because of sugar rations. After the war was over it came back in full force and is still done today.
What are your favorite Halloween traditions? We like
watching movies or reading books to get us in the mood. Our favorite Halloween stories and movies to watch are:
BOOKS
MOVIES
Harry Potter - We love the books and the movies - J.K. Rowling Miss Fiona’s Stupendous Pumpkin Pie by Mark Kimball Moulton Legend of Sleepy Hollow Disney cartoon is best Room on the Broom by Julia Donaldson
Monster House Scooby Doo Spiderwick Goonies ET Arachnophobia Monsters Inc. The Little Vampire Heffalump Halloween movie Hotel Transylvania The Nightmare before Christmas Jumanji
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Voices calling out in the night air saying, “Trick or Treat … Trick or Treat” Children and their parents race from house to house Friends and neighbors meet along the street Dressed as characters they like in their season of life Some are homemade, some store bought Bags open and ready to capture FREE candy What a bounty! Hope it’s warm enough not to need costume covering coats!
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Monsters in The Great Salt Lake BY CHRISTY FRAZIER
Is it possible for a lake that covers approximately 1,700 square miles and has a maximum depth of 33 feet to harbor a monster or two? The Great Salt Lake with its haunting desert landscape and brine shrimp has encouraged a barrage of myths, legends, and mysteries for hundreds of years. Stepping back in time to July 13, 1877, the Salt Lake Herald newspaper printed a story about a monster that had been seen on the north shores of the Great Salt Lake. A group of men, who worked for Barnes and Company Salt Works, were working around dusk when they heard strange noises coming from the lake moments before a large creature with a body like a crocodile and the head of a horse emerged from the water. It let out a deep bellowing noise and chased the men up a hill, where they hid until morning. When they returned the next day, they found large overturned rocks, the ground was torn up, and tracks from the creature were imprinted on the shore. One of the men, J.H. McNeil, claimed that the beast was about 75 feet long and was like an alligator, but much larger. There are other stories of monster sightings too. In the 1840’s, a man known only as Brother Bainbridge reported seeing a monster with a body like a dolphin swimming in the lake near Antelope Island, the largest island in the lake.
FACT OR FICTION? Stories of monsters that lived in the Great Salt Lake started as early as Native Americans were here.
Early Native Americans tell stories of the “Water Babies.” The long-ago stories describe the Water Babies as being the size of a human and look like mermaids, with their long, black hair, and fish tails. They make sounds that mimic a crying baby, but the innocent sound is used to lure victims to the water, where the victim is captured and dragged down into the depths of the lake never to be seen again.
The Great Salt Lake is an incredible body of water with a unique history. Did these monsters really exist or were their stories created to entertain people? Who knows for sure, but one thing we do know is that the Great Salt Lake will always be a place full of fun mysteries that will never be solved.
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COMMUNITY Clockwise from left: George Hall on their fruit farm Henry and Amelia Hall John and Mary Ann Hall family with carriage Henry Hall Home
In 1890, John built one of the first brick homes in the North Ogden area and later in 1905 he was able to develop just over 100 acres of orchard land near the mouth of the North Ogden canyon. He eventually sold the land and the house to his son Henry and his wife Amelia in 1915 after they joined the family farming business. To date the Hall Farm was the longest farm to survive the invading subdivisions.
Hall Family Farm BY BREANNA HART
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he Hall Farm has been an iconic historic site in North Ogden for many generations. Many of us have driven past the barn and brick house at some point and probably wondered who lived there? How did they get here? Who built it? What was their life like? Questions like that have popped up in my mind.
John Hall was a skilled cabinet maker and developed orchard land in North Ogden that stayed in the family.
The first Halls to move here in 1883 were John Hall Sr. with his wife, Annie, and their two children, at the time, Elizabeth, 3 years old, and John Thomas, 1 year old. They moved here from London where both John and Annie grew up and had decided to relocate to Utah because Annie’s sister, Eliza Parrott Reese, had moved here some years before and encouraged them to do the same. They agreed, became Mormon converts, and made the decision to sail here. The day they arrived in Ogden it was very cold and stormy and the youngest son, John Thomas, was so sick with dysentery, a severe form of the flu, he only weighed 20 pounds. They lived in Pleasant View for 2 years before they moved out to North Ogden and that’s around the time the family determined that the Mormon Church wasn’t for them. John and his family were very active in the community. They later became members of the First Presbyterian Church in Ogden and were very active in North Ogden City and the civic government.
Not only did John manage and take care of the farm and his family, but he was also a very skilled cabinet maker. He used his skills to build many of the finest homes in the Ogden area from 1890 to 1925. He also built the interior and exterior of the, now dismantled, Ogden Mormon tabernacle. He often had to travel to Salt Lake City to find work. While he was away, his wife and family continued working on the farm to keep things going until he got back home. Grandchildren remember being told stories of hungry Indians coming to the door looking for food and how little Grandmother fought to prevent a hungry, irate Indian from taking her baby because she didn’t have any food to
give that day. John and Annie raised six children: Elizabeth H. Layton, John T. Hall, Annie J. Hall, Elizabeth H. Higgins, Henry C. Hall, and William G. Hall. Many remember John Sr. Hall being a loveable, typical Englishman, strict and stern, but no doubt a kindhearted family man. He stood at six feet tall despite being a little bent because of a broken leg that was never set correctly. Annie Hall was remembered as a tiny, but mighty person who stood at four feet nine inches. She was well loved and respected by her friends and neighbors not only because of her willingness to assist as a midwife and nurse, but because of her gentle, understanding nature.
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PLACES
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This month we start a new section called "Places", a spot to feature places to eat, experience and see!
KOKANEE SALMON
Hiking the Causey Reservoir BY RYAN SPELTS
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very mid-September, the salmon at Causey Reservoir lay and fertilize eggs, turning a beautiful vivid red as they swim upstream. We hiked around the reservoir to see the fish, and I think it’s a fun hike every family should try to do. Here’s how to find the stream. Cross the bridge that leads to the dam which holds Causey Reservoir in place, then take the road to the very end. There is a small parking lot and a trail head that will start you down a dusty trail along the back side of the lake. The first few hundred yards are a long, barren hill side that can either be somewhat close to the water or quite a bit above, depending on how much water the lake has that year. Once you turn the corner, you are in for a beautiful hike along the water and through forested areas. The trail will be well traveled in September as it is a storied experience to go see the Kokanee Salmon and is well known by many. The peak of the spawn is mid-September so if you want to make the trip set a reminder for next September. The hike is about 2.2 miles and it is not technical. Our 7 year old son made it just fine. We even saw two moms that looked like sisters walk along the trail with 3-4 kids each, all of which seemed to be under 10 years old, and they made the hike no problem. The hike is picturesque and there are some views that are simply breathtaking. Bring a camera for sure. In the last stretch before you make it to the spot, you will 24 CONNECTIONPUBLISHING // October 2018
THE HIKE Difficulty: Easy, kid-friendly Distance 2.2 miles Views: Valley, mountains, ferns, salmon! Tip: Bring a camera to capture beautiful views start to descend from a higher area and will come down into a canyon thick with brush, before turning back toward the lake and an inlet river. When I first walked out into the inlet area, I was taken back by how green and cool the area was. This September has been particularly warm and dry, so we were hot when we arrived and much of the shrubbery was browning from the dry heat. The temperature at the river was 8-10 degrees cooler and there was a beautiful green grass-like fern that spread across the river side and ran up the hills.
Looking into the river I could see hundreds of bright red Kokanee Salmon all swimming silently along the very clear water. The water isn’t high either, from a few inches to a foot or two max. They line up and find a spot where they lay and fertilize eggs, all at the same time. It is quite remarkable and the color of the fish is stunning.
If you are careful and don’t startle the fish, they will just hang out and do their thing. Please stay out of the water or you will crush the little fish eggs that they have laid and are trying to protect. Though the window of their spawn is likely over by the time you read this, you can plan it for next fall. Well worth the hike. You can also reach the spot if you have some human-powered watercraft, such as a paddleboard or kayak.
PLACES
The Burger Bus BY RYAN SPELTS
30 years of experience equals one delicious, mouth watering burger I have to confess. I am a burger and fries guy. Nothing really beats a good ole fashioned greasy burger and fries to me. So when I heard about a new local food truck that specialized in making awesome burgers, I had to go check it out. Always fresh ground beef with a mix of chuck and brisket and no fillers, the burgers are delicious. When you see the bus, you are going to love it. A converted old bus that has been rebuilt and tricked out to serve awesome burgers on the fly. Rocky Mountain Burger Bus is owned and operated by Benjamin D’Hulst and Kristy Mahoskey with 30 years of combined experience. There are no cut corners here and you can tell in the food. The menu is simple with eight burgers, a chicken sandwich, and chicken fingers. There may have been some salads too but I wasn’t having any of that. My first go round was the Smoky Mtn. Bacon Burger. It was so juicy and delicious that my eyes rolled back in my head on several of the flavor filled
bites. I have had a lot of burgers and this is at the top of the list. My second go round was their classic Ben Lomond, which is a traditional 1/2 pound burger. Lettuce, tomato, mayo, onion and a pickle, yes please! The fries are great with just the right amount of crispiness. Ben and Kristy are great too, always having fun and helping people quickly for freshly cooked food, it is awesome. I recommend giving them a try. Their schedule is posted weekly at Facebook @RMBurgerBus
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BUSINESS
Wasatch Peaks Credit Union
BY RYAN SPELTS
With roots from the 1930's, Wasatch Credit Union stays community oriented but offers products similar to larger institutions.
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Wasatch Peaks has two branches to serve the local areas of Ogden and Pleasant View.
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Business: Credit Union Address: 4723 Harrison Blvd Ogden, UT 84403 Phone: 801-627-8700 www.wasatchpeaks.com
credit union is a cooperative, not-for-profit financial institution organized to promote thrift and provide credit to members. In 1930, Alliance Credit Union was founded to serve the workers of the US Postal and Forest Services. Then, in 2011, Alliance Credit Union merged with Weber Credit Union, founded back in 1954 to serve Weber School District Employees. After another merge in 2013 with Summit One Credit Union, Wasatch Peaks Credit Union was formed. Having come from 3 hyperlocal, smaller credit unions, the new Wasatch Peaks is able to stay communityoriented but has the size to offer better financial products to more people. Today, Wasatch Peaks offers all of the same financial products as larger financial institutions. One core value that the leadership team at Wasatch Peaks espouses is to be very involved in the communities they serve. This means that they make a point to be part of every parade and city event that they can. They
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take part in Cherry Days and Founder’s Day in our community every year. They are also proud sponsors of Weber High School and many of the other schools in the area. Today, Wasatch Peaks is one of the larger credit unions in Weber County and also serves Morgan and Davis Counties. They employ 110 people locally and have 7 branches serving 32,500 people. They are a true communitycommitted credit union. Jeff Shaw, Executive VP and CFO for Wasatch Peaks believes that, “Credit unions are, by definition, people helping people. Lower interest on loans and higher interest on savings make us a popular choice.” Wasatch Peaks offers a full range of consumer products, checking, savings, auto loans, mortgage loans, visa products and retirement planning. Wasatch Peaks works with many small to midsized businesses. Lending decisions are made locally at the corporate offices in Ogden. They also have a large portfolio of small business accounts and do a lot of small business lending. A quick trip to the business section of their website will show video testimonials of some of the local businesses they have helped, many you will recognize.
The Pleasant View Branch on 2700 North was built in 2007 and has been part of the community for 11 years. Jake Rhees is the branch manager, overseeing the 9 other employees working at the branch. The 2700 North corridor has grown tremendously and will continue to grow. Wasatch Peaks is glad to be part of that growth. In speaking with Jeff Shaw, EVP/CFO I learned that he has been in the Credit Union industry for 19 years and was the CEO of Weber Credit Union before assisting with the merger. He is also a resident of Pleasant View with kids attending local schools, Orion Jr. High and Weber High School. It was clear that community support and involvement are a central theme in Jeff’s life as he has been very involved in the community and he encourages his company to do the same thing. We are grateful for Wasatch Peaks and their involvement in the community. They take the unique approach of using their advertising space in this magazine as a tool to educate and teach about financial tools and practices that can help our readers regardless of where they bank.
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FINANCING YOUR BUSINESS DREAMS
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o you have a great idea and want to start your own business? Are you an entrepreneur who is ready to carve out your own niche in the market? Or is your company simply ready to take the next step? It’s important to take the time to ensure that you’re truly ready to move forward. But once you are ready, one of the first steps is to ensure that beyond your passion and persistence that you have a sound financial plan for your business! The U.S. Small Business Administration offers different types of SBA loans for local businesses to help you accomplish the necessary goals for the growth of your company. The business goals you want to achieve will determine which loan will best help you expand into your new business.
We have business loans to help make your dreams happen.
Here is an overview of some of the loans currently offered to help you pursue your business dreams: 504 SBA Loan This program provides you with financing for economic development with major assets and business equipment. This can help you tackle the long-term needs of your business with fixed assets like land, buildings, equipment, and even business expansion projects. This program has a focus on promoting growth and job creation. 7(a) SBA Loan This is the most popular SBA loan program, helping businesses with special requirements to become operational. Conquer long-term
goals with financial access to working capital, inventory and equipment, debt refinancing, leasehold improvements for new construction or remodeling, and even business expansion. Express SBA Loan For your short-term goals, an Express SBA Loan will help you accomplish goals with working capital, equipment, and inventory purchases. While this loan has a lower maximum than the long-term loans, it has the quickest turnaround time to get you funds as soon as you need them. Starting a business is a big challenge. You need to learn everything you possibly can about an industry, and you have to do it all on the fly, by the seat of your pants. You’ve got to build relationships with customers, advertise, hire and manage employees, and deal with everyday aspects of running a business. Wasatch Peaks Credit Union offers a variety of Business Services to fit your small business needs. Whether you’re just getting started on your small business dream or you’re successfully operating your own small business, Wasatch Peaks is here to assist you all along your journey to success. Since 1930, we’ve been serving our members here in our communities. Wasatch Peaks is your full-service small business partner that will help you to get big things done! Contact our business department today at 801452-7880 or learn more at wasatchpeaks.com/ business.
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ANOTHER MUSIC STAR DIES WITHOUT AN ESTATE PLAN
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any people create estate plans to limit and/or avoid estate taxes, court fees, and attorney fees. This is especially important when the value of the estate rises above the federal estate and gift tax exemption. The current exemption is $5.6 million per individual. Anything above that amount is taxed at 40% by the federal government. That means you pay $400 thousand to the federal government for every $1 million you have above the exemption! I try to be a glass half full type of guy, so I guess if you consider “Uncle Sam” part of the family, you are still passing your wealth to your loved ones. Aretha Franklin died in August without a will or trust. Even though a will does not avoid probate or estate taxes, it is better than nothing because a person can indicate how they would like their assets to be divided. Without a will, the estate passes under the laws of intestacy. This usually works out for the children; however, Franklin left behind a son named Clarence who has special needs. Clarence will need financial assistance for the rest of his life and Franklin might have wanted to give Clarence a bigger portion of the estate to cover his medical and living expenses. I know there may be a few of you reading this that do not enjoy math, but don’t let that keep
you from finishing the article. Franklin had an estimated net worth of $80 million. Remember that the current federal estate and gift tax exemption is $5.6 million per individual, leaving a mere $74.4 million subject to the federal death tax. That means Franklin’s estate will pay $29.76 million to the federal government. Franklin’s estate will also be subject to Michigan’s state death tax, court fees, and attorney fees. Prince died in 2016 with an estimated $200 million net worth. The exemption in 2016 was $5.45 million per individual. Following the same steps as we did for Franklin, we find that Prince’s estate paid $77.82 million to the federal government. It was estimated that half of Prince’s estate was used to cover federal and state taxes, court fees, and attorney fees. There are various estate planning options that can be used to limit your estate’s exposure to federal and state tax liability. I have fun speaking with my clients about the federal death tax exemption limit and hearing their jokes about how they are just barely below the limit or wish they were at the limit. Even if you are not at the point of needing an exemption trust or using another strategy to minimize taxes on a high net worth estate, you can still avoid court fees and limit attorney fees through proper planning.
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7 TIPS TO HELP KEEP YOUR TEEN DRIVER SAFE POSTED BY LISA D. AT ACUITY
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etting a driver’s license is an exciting time for teens, but it can be stressful for parents. Drivers who are 16 have higher crash rates than drivers of any other age, and 20% of teens have an accident in their first year of driving. Like other drivers, teens have some good and bad habits. The good—they are twice as likely to wear seat belts as their parents. The bad—56% of teens use their phones while driving. Helping create good driving habits involves talking to your teen and being a good example yourself. Some areas to discuss include:
• Phone usage. Avoid talking on the phone. If
necessary, use a hands-free device. Absolutely NO texting, social media, or other Internet usage.
• Seat belts. Always wear them and insist your passengers do too.
Help your teen driver establish safe habits.
• Speeding. Obey the speed limit—going over
the limit doesn’t add up to getting there much faster.
• Passenger distractions. The more people in the car, the more likely you are to be distracted.
• Plan your
playlist. Turn on your playlist before you start driving, and don’t keep changing the song. If you’re listening to the radio, avoid changing the channel. At highway speeds, your car will travel more than the length of a football field in the time it takes to look down at a radio for just a few seconds.
• Yellow means caution. Don’t speed up to
chase a yellow light. Likewise, be careful when the light turns green and watch for drivers who may be running a red light.
• Say something. If you’re a passenger and feel unsafe, speak up!
When both parents and children pledge to drive safely and hold each other accountable, it is most effective. Agree on rules they—and you—will follow behind the wheel.
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ATTENTION! ARE YOU ON MEDICARE? BY CHUCK MOORE
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S YOUR PLAN COSTING YOU TOO MUCH? IS YOUR PLAN STILL THE RIGHT PLAN FOR YOU? The wrong plan can cost you plenty of money even if the plan has a $0 premium. The 2018 Annual Open Enrollment Period is from October 15th through December 7th. During this window, you have the opportunity to switch your plan if needed. Because Medicare has so many parts, and can often be confusing, expert advice is helpful to make sure you have the lowest overall cost. You can choose from Medicare Part A, Part B, Part C and Part D. Original Medicare consists of: Part A - Hospital Insurance, and Part B - outpatient and physician services. Part C combines Parts A & B and usually offers more benefits. Most also have a Part D component which is prescription drug coverage.
Call Chuck to make sure your plan is right for you.
Unfortunately, Original Medicare can leave you at considerable financial risk but there are ways to lessen your personal financial risk. One of these is through a Medicare supplement and standalone prescription drug plan (Part D). This can limit your out-of-pocket expenses, but there are substantial premiums associated with Medicare Supplements, sometimes called Medigap, and standalone prescription drug plans. Another solution to help control costs is Medicare Advantage. It combines Part A and Part B and usually Part D and is administered through private health insurance companies. Some have
low premiums and can sometimes even have $0 premiums. These plans are typically offered by Health Maintenance Organizations (HMO’s) or Preferred Provider Organizations (PPO’s). This means that they have a network of providers that accept their insurance. If you go outside the network, you will most likely pay more. These plans are required by Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS), to cover all the same benefits that Original Medicare covers. However, they may also cover additional benefits. These benefits can include dental, vision, transportation, and wellness benefits such as a gym membership, acupuncture and more. Medicare Advantage Plans also usually include prescription drug benefits. As you can see, Medicare can be very confusing. Making a correct decision concerning your Medicare plan is critical. By choosing the correct plan you can save yourself hundreds or even thousands of dollars a year. On the other hand, choosing the wrong plan may cost you. I will review your needs and figure out which plan will best serve your needs. My biggest goal is to help you find the plan that will result in the lowest out-of-pocket expense. The best part is my services cost you $0. I am paid by the insurance companies, so no charge to you. My motto is “When it comes to Medicare, my name is Chuck and I care!” Call me for a free consultation.
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OCTOBER RECIPES
Halloween Night Favorites
SIMPLE AND FAST CHILI RECIPE
By Breanna Hart
Everyone has their own traditions, especially when it comes to holidays. Halloween is no different; some people carve pumpkins, or go over to a family member’s house. My family’s tradition for many years was going up to my grandma’s house and having her chili, then going trick or treating the rest of the night. I grew to absolutely love Halloween and look forward to it each year. Halloween quickly became my favorite holiday and now fall, in general, reminds me of my grandma’s chili. It may be a simple recipe, but it’s a recipe that has brought our family together on Halloween for many years now and I think that’s all that matters.
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This chili will warm up the kids before trick or treating!
1 lb ground beef 1 onion, finely diced 1 (8 ounce) can of tomato sauce 1 (15 ounce) can of kidney beans 1 packet of chili seasoning 1 cup of water In a medium sized pot, brown hamburger. Add diced onion and cook until onion is translucent. Add tomato sauce, kidney beans, water, and chili seasoning. Let simmer for 30 minutes and then serve immediately. (We like ours with Fritos).
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Shredded Cheese Tortilla Chips Sour Cream Jalapeños-sliced Olives Cilantro Chives Onions Avocados
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RAISED DOUGHNUTS By Cheryl Humphries When Cheryl was a little girl her mom made donuts on Halloween and she loved it. When she became a mom she wanted to carry that tradition on for her family. Her children have grown up but they still come to grandma’s and help make donuts for the neighborhood. They make 200 to 300 donuts every year. When we heard about this a few years back we had to try them for ourselves. Seriously so delicious!
Dissolve 2 T. yeast in 1/3 C. warm water with 2 T sugar. In large bowl combine: 2 C. scalded milk, cooled to lukewarm 4 T. butter 1 C. mashed potatoes, packed 4 T. sugar 1 ½ tsp. salt 2 eggs well beaten 1 tsp. lemon flavor
Who doesn't love a fresh, warm doughnut?
Add yeast mixture and 3 C. flour. Beat until smooth. Enough remaining flour to make soft dough (about 3 cups). Cover and let raise until double in bulk, about 45 minutes to 1 hour. Punch down. Divide dough in half, roll each portion on floured board to ½” thickness. Cut with doughnut cutter. By the time you have rolled out all the doughnuts, the first ones will be ready to fry. Fry in 375 degrees on both sides until golden brown. Vanilla Glaze: 2 c. powdered sugar ¼ c. boiling water 1 tsp. vanilla
FAVORITE FINISHINGS Classic vanilla glaze is always a winner, but these delicious flavors are a hit! FALL FLAVOR!
MAPLE GLAZE
2 C. powdered sugar 3 T. milk 2 T. maple syrup 1/2 teaspoon maple extract Beat together until smooth.
CHOCOLATE GLAZE
1 ½ C. powdered sugar 4 T. unsweetened cocoa powder 3 T. milk or water 1 ½ tsp. pure vanilla extract Beat together until smooth.
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