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My mother was born in December of 1923 and graduated from Malad High School in 1942. I’ll never forget the day she showed me her senior yearbook. I was stunned by the number of her classmates who had been identified as either missing or killed in action during World War II. It was a reminder of the sacrifice of those who have fought for our freedom, and it caused me to be grateful for all our veterans.
November 11th is the official day set aside to recognize those who serve and have served in the military; however, prior to that day, several meaningful events will take place in our community.
On October 29th, one of the largest free-flying flags in our country will be hung in Coldwater Canyon in honor of our veterans. On November 6th, at Barker Park, the Veterans Day program will be held. I encourage members of our community to participate in these events and offer the following suggestions as ways to honor our veterans.
• Proudly fly your flag.
• Donate to a veteran focused charity.
• Show your gratitude by attending a gathering where veterans are present.
• Visit the George Wahlen Veterans Home and personally thank a veteran.
• Write a letter to someone you know is serving or has served.
• Take a veteran to lunch.
THANK YOU to all who have or are serving our country in the military!!
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November is also the month when many celebrate Thanksgiving. It’s a wonderful time to reflect on all the things we are grateful for. We have much to be grateful for in our community, and I am personally thankful for all those who serve our community and make North Ogden such a great place to live. Being grateful is about appreciating what one has, as opposed to what one wants. I recognize there are many in our community who are struggling with various challenges, and there are many wants unfilled. I wish all our citizens a happy Thanksgiving and hope we can all concentrate on the blessings in our lives.
Recently, the city council decided to return Cherry Days to its original intent –that of a community-sponsored event celebrating the cherry harvest. For many years, the event has been organized by city staff and has become a 4th of July event. Starting this year and in future years, Cherry Days will be organized and run by a citizen committee. This year, the committee will be chaired by Terry and Lynne Bexell, with assistance from Spencer and Megan Stephens, Alan Kerbs, and Melanie Ewing. The committee will recommend to the city council the route of the parade, along with the date of the celebration and other events that will take place during the week. The committee will need many volunteers from our community, and I encourage you to volunteer for this incredible event. Additional information will be forthcoming.
I express my gratitude for the opportunity to serve North Ogden.
“ November 11th is the official day set aside to recognize those who serve and have served in the military ”
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Have you ever met someone who is always “five minutes away” and, no matter the circumstance, is always there when you need them? This describes our Public Works Inspector, AJ Anderson, to a T. AJ began working in our Public Works Department as a Blue Stake Specialist in December of 2020 and is an expert in locating utility right-of-ways, properly marking and identifying underground facilities owned and operated by North Ogden City, all to prevent damage to facilities caused by excavation or demolition operations. He’s one that you can say knows our city streets like the back of his hand.
AJ’s ability to take care of assigned issues led him to his recent promotion to a Public Works Inspector who also does SWPPP (Storm Water Pollution Prevention Plan) inspections. Inspectors play a big role in keeping our employees, contractors, and residents safe. His supervisor, Dylan Hill, says, “AJ is diligent and methodical when marking the city-owned utilities and is somehow only a few minutes away if you need help. He always brings a positive attitude to work and is very dependable.” We agree with Dylan and recognize AJ’s service to the city.
AJ enjoys golfing, bird hunting with his
going on
adventures with his fiancé. His favorite thing about North Ogden is the people he works with every day. We have an excellent inspections department, and AJ is a skilled and competent member of that team!
You can now text the City of North Ogden to find information and report issues on the go.
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This year’s Miss North Ogden, Paris Matthews, is a devoted member of Northern Utah’s community with strong family ties to Ogden. She’s also a certified Child Life Specialist and founder of Power of Play, a charitable initiative focused on providing hospitalized children with toys and playing materials to help increase coping and decrease stress.
To become a certified Child Life Specialist, Matthews completed two 120-hour practicums in Utah and one at a pediatric hospital in Sweden. She then completed a 600-hour clinical internship at Golisano Children’s Hospital in New York. Matthews also holds a Bachelor of Science from the University of Utah.
When asked what her pageant experience taught her that
she didn’t know beforehand, Matthews said, “I learned that I had much more grit and resilience than I ever imagined. I learned that no dream was too big for me, and I am so excited to represent North Ogden at Miss Utah in June.”
Her greatest inspiration comes from the children she works with who go through mental and physical battles with great determination. “They inspire me to live with intention and kindness,” said Matthews.
Visit powerofhospitalplay.com to make a toy or monetary donation.
Congratulations on your reigning crown,Paris, and thank you for being an inspiration to not only young people but also our community.
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Ava is the epitome of kindness and empathy. She has a heart of gold and is already on track to do miraculous things as she grows up. At only 16 years old, she is well beyond her years and has mastered the art of community service. She’s currently a student at Weber Innovation High School where she is taking advantage of the self-paced learning and is studying college courses in hopes of graduating early with her high school diploma and associates degree. As a second-year student, Ava is working with her classmates and is building a tiny home to help the homeless population in the community.
In mid-August of 2021, Ava joined the Boy Scouts and immediately began working towards her Eagle Scout, quickly obtaining 31 badges. She’s six months ahead of schedule and is now just waiting for the designated timeline so she can
begin her final Eagle Scout project, with the goal of gathering donations to help with those who are less fortunate and struggle with homelessness.
At the beginning of the summer, Ava started volunteering with the Red Cross by checking donors in and checking blood types. She enjoys serving those around her and looks forward to continuing her service to the Red Cross.
Ava is working hard to obtain a scholarship to see her goal of becoming a plastic surgeon through to the end. She wants to continue helping those in need by providing reconstructive surgery to those who have suffered a tragic event. She’s smart, driven, and wholeheartedly determined to do the best she can. In the words of her dad, “Ava meets or exceeds all expectations in everything she does. I am very proud of my daughter.”
She loves bonfires, spending time with her boyfriend and friends, skateboarding, or just driving around town.
As you can see, she certainly is the epitome of kindness and empathy; and to think, she’s just getting started..
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All city offices will be closed on:
• Nov 11: Veterans Day
• Nov 24: Thanksgiving
• Nov 25: Day after Thanksgiving
City Hall and Public Works offices close at 1 p.m. on Fridays. We ask that you please plan accordingly when needing to do any of the following:
• Pay a utility bill
• Obtain a
o Building permit
o Business license
o Green Waste pass
o Make a reservation through our Parks Department
No on-street parking begins on November 15th
The final day of the season for the Green Waste Pit is tentatively scheduled for November 19th. Weather is always a factor this time of year, so we encourage residents to try and take care of all their green waste needs as quickly as possible in the event we have to close it earlier.
Questions regarding flood zones should be directed to Lorin Gardner, city engineer, at 801-782-8111. FEMA flood maps are available for your review at the city offices. We also have elevation certificates.
The mayor and council welcome your input and attendance at the council meetings held the second and fourth Tuesdays of every month, starting at 6 p.m. Work sessions are held as needed on the first Tuesday of each month at 6 p.m. Visit our website at northogdencity.com/meetings for changes.
Go to northogdencity.com/i-want-to/contact-us for information and community contacts.
MAYOR
Neal Berube: 801-686-0688, nberube@nogden.org
COUNCIL MEMBERS
Phillip Swanson: 801-940-2111, pswanson@nogden.org
Charlotte Ekstrom: 801-920-6987, cekstrom@nogden.org
Blake Cevering: 801-549-8202, bcevering@nogden.org
Ryan Barker: 801-814-4306, rbarker@nogden.org
Jay D. Dalpias: 385-405-6061, jddalpias@nogden.org
City Hall 801-782-7211
Planning 801-737-9841
Scott Hess: planning@nogden.org
City Recorder 801-737-9830
Susan Nance: recorder@nogden.org
Human Resources Manager 801-737-9835
Katie Gerard-Nelson: kgerard@nogden.org
Building 801-737-9831
Bruce Higley: bhigley@nogden.org
Police Business 801-782-7219
Dispatch 801-629-8221
Emergency 911
Chief Dirk Quinney: dquinney@nogden.org
Jeremy Hindes: jhindes@nogden.org
Public Works 801-782-8111
David Espinoza: despinoza@nogden.org
Parks & Recreation 801-737-0587
Becca Godfrey: bgodfrey@nogden.org
Justin Rasmussen: jrasmussen@nogden.org
City Manager/City Attorney 801-737-9846
Jon Call: jcall@nogden.org
Senior Center 801-782-6211: Zella Richards
Imani went from doing really well in school to struggling in 9th and 10th grade. Imani was struggling with mental health issues and finding it difficult to manage school pressures. Imani committed to working on getting back on track and has done just that! Imani did amazingly during 11th grade, and now as a Senior, continues to do well. It's been a pleasure to see Imani do the work required to accomplish the goals of feeling better emotionally and improving in school. Way to go, Imani!
Wyatt is a 9th grader at Orion Junior High. His favorite class this year is Seminary. Wyatt is involved in several clubs at Orion: the TSA, MESA, and STEM clubs. Wyatt would like to be a professional gamer or game designer for a career. Wyatt is a hard worker and a self-described “go getter” who excels in school maintaining a 4.0 GPA. Someone Wyatt looks up to is his cousin, Bryson, because of the way Bryson interacts with his siblings. Family is important to Wyatt; he loves hanging out with his family and watching movies, particularly Harry Potter. Congratulations, Wyatt!
Malachi has done really well in class. He goes above and beyond what is expected and gets his work done. Malachi asks questions and regularly participates in class discussions. Everyone is very proud of all the work he has done. It is a very fortunate thing to have him as a student in the class. Thank you, Malachi, for setting a good example for your fellow classmates. Your determination and hard work will make you very successful in future endeavors. Keep up the good work! You are awesome!
Lily is one of our outstanding ninth graders at MMA this year. She is well-known for her vibrant, outgoing personality, great sense of humor, and positive demeanor. She has grown tremendously over the last few years and is a friend to most. She has an extraordinary ability to reach out and relate to nearly everyone, making them feel welcome in our MMA family.
Lily has truly grown into quite the mentor and role model not only in Jr. High but throughout the school, having served in leadership roles in the student body as well as being active in HOPE Squad (Hold On, Persuade, Empower).
Lily is a lifelong learner who not only participates in class discussions but also enhances group conversation with her insight, personal experiences, and honest opinions. Lilly is strong in her values and is often vocal when it comes to equality and doing the right thing, even in the face of adversity. She is an inspiration to all in junior high, staff included.
Thank You to our Students of the Month sponsors Students of the Month receive $25 in cash
noun
the quality of being thankful; readiness to show appreciation for and to return kindness
There are health benefits associated with gratitude, and incorporating gratitude into your life can increase your well-being by ten percent. Additional health benefits from expressing gratitude include improved immune function, lower blood pressure, and lower heart rate. Those who express gratitude can also experience an improvement in their mood, feel more optimistic, and improve social bonds.
To increase happiness and health in your life, express
kindness and gratitude to those around you. Nominate someone in your community who you are grateful for and email WeberCTC18@gmail.com why you are thankful for them for a chance to be featured in an upcoming article. This could be a community member, a business you are really grateful for, a family member, and more!
Weber CTC is grateful to serve such a wonderful community. To express our gratitude, Weber CTC and the Weber CTC Youth Council will provide a Family Dinner Scavenger Hunt this month. Visit our Facebook or Instagram page for more details on the event.
Youth Council Facebook & Instagram: WeberCTCYouthCouncil
QUESTIONS, or to VOLUNTEER, visit our website at weberctc.org
All Elementary, Jr. High, and High Schools
Nov 23-25: Thanksgiving No School
WEBER HIGH
Nov 3: Pirates of Penzance Matinee 9:15 a.m.
Nov 4-5, 7, 10-12, & 14: Pirates of Penzance 7 p.m.
Nov 8: Swim Region Relay Meets Layton Surf-n-Swim 3:30 p.m.
Nov 18: Harvest Assembly (Time TBD)
Nov 19: Harvest Dance (Time TBD)
Dec 3: Swim City - County Ogden High 8 a.m. Davis District Meet S. Davis Rec 9 a.m.
Nov 4 & 8: NAL & Volleyball 3 p.m.
Nov 11: NAL & Volleyball TH Bell 3 p.m.
Nov 15: NAL & Volleyball Snowcrest 3 p.m.
Nov 17-19: Theater lll One Act Performances 7 p.m.
Nov 18: NAL & Volleyball Roy Jr 3 p.m.
Nov 22 & 29: NAL & Volleyball 3 p.m.
Dec 2: NAL & Volleyball Orion 3 p.m.
Nov 1: Volleyball & NAL Wahlquist 3 p.m.
Nov 4: Recognition Assembly 10 a.m. Football Champs (Location TBD) 3 p.m. Volleyball & NAL 3 p.m.
Nov 8, 18, & Dec 2: Volleyball & NAL 3 p.m.
Nov 11: Volleyball & NAL Sand Ridge 3 p.m. Fall Incentive School Dance 6 p.m.
Nov 22: Volleyball & NAL TH Bell 3 p.m.
Nov 29: Volleyball & NAL Roy Jr 3 p.m.
Nov 30: Auditions "Guys & Dolls" Spring Play 2:45 p.m.
Dec 1: Call Backs: "Guys & Dolls" 2:45 p.m.
Nov 11: Veteran’s Day
Nov 21: Teacher Compensation Day - No School
Nov 22-25: Thanksgiving Break No School
North View Senior Center
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Call Zella: 801-782-6211
Nov 3: Bingo 5:30 p.m.
Nov 7: Medicare health sign ups Second Generation Band 11 a.m.
Nov 9 & 16: Foot Clinic 10 a.m. - ($10)
Nov 10: Veteran’s Day Program 5:30 p.m.
Nov 14: AARP Defensive Driving 10 a.m.
Nov 17: Grief class 2:30 p.m., Jesis Bell Ringers 5:30 p.m.
Nov 24 & 25: Thanksgiving CLOSED
ONGOING ACTIVITIES (Monday - Friday) Lunch is Served 11:30 a.m. - 12:45 p.m.
Ceramics 8:30 a.m.
Beginners Line Dance & Tai Chi 9 a.m. Intermediate Line Dancing 10 a.m. Tap Dance Class 1 p.m.
Billiards 9 a.m. Art 9:30 a.m. Intermediate Line Dancing 10 a.m. Beginners Tap 1:30 p.m.
Wood Carving / Billiards / Bridge 9 a.m. Intermediate Line Dancing 10 a.m. Beg. Line Dancing 12 p.m. Games (Chess, Pinochle, etc.) 12:30 p.m.
Nov 1-30: Dinosaur Scavenger Hunt (all day) Teen Scene: Table-Top-Catapult Kit (all day)
Nov 1: Craft Class: Pie Garlands 7 p.m.
Nov 5: Dinovember Party Activities & Crafts! 2 p.m.
Nov 14: Teen Scene: Study Abroad Info Session 7 p.m.
Nov 15: Weber Reads: Wreck the Painting 7 p.m.
Nov 16: Evening Storytime 6 p.m.
Nov 21: Teen Scene: Video Game Night! (Snacks provided) 7 p.m.
Nov 22: Art Class: Watercolor Fall Leaves 7 p.m.
Entries will be accepted until November 30. Winners will be contacted on December 7.
“Striving To Make A Difference In People’s Lives”
Billiards & Tap Dancing 1 p.m.
Ceramics 8:30 a.m.
Bridge 9 a.m. Yoga 10 a.m.
Nov 2: The Nightmare Before Christmas ($7) Peery’s Egyptian Theater 7 p.m.
Nov 3, 10, 17, & 24: Community Band Rehearsals - Bring your own instrument North View Senior Center 7 p.m. Jazz Ensemble North View Senior Center 8:30 p.m.
Nov 4: First Friday Art Stroll Historic 25th Street 6-9 p.m. Night at the Movies: Sandlot - FREE Peery’s Egyptian Theater 7 p.m.
Nov 5: Hairy Horse Show - FREE Golden Spike Arena 9 a.m.
The Will Baxter Band/Tribute to Eric Clapton Peery’s Egyptian Theater 7:30 p.m.
Nov 11: Veterans Day - Hike up Coldwater Canyon and see "The Major" American flag in honor of our Veterans.
Nov 11-12 & 16-19: Sweeney Todd WSU Val A Browning 7:30 p.m.
Nov 12: Decorate a Fall Gourd ($15) Ogden Nature Center 10 a.m.
Nov 14: The Greatest Showman ($7) Peery’s Egyptian Theater 7 p.m.
Nov 23: Christmas Tree Jubilee Eccles Conference Center 10 a.m. (Family Fun with Santa at 5 p.m.)
Nov 24: Happy Thanksgiving!
Nov 26 - Jan 1: Christmas Village Lights Downtown Ogden 5 p.m.
5K Santa Run 25th St. 4:30 p.m. Holiday Electric Light Parade 5:30 p.m.
Washington Blvd. (between 22nd-27th St.) Ceremony, Fireworks, & Christmas Village Lighting 6:30 p.m.
Friday & Saturday Nights
Nov 18: Ashberry Jam
Nov 19: Soul Shine
Nov 24: CLOSED Happy Thanksgiving!
Nov 25-26: Dixon Haze Grab some friends and come enjoy some of the BEST musicians in town!
All Ages / 6 - 8 p.m. 3920 Washington Blvd.
Why would an aging gentleman tolerate the long hair and beard year round and sit for hours with little ones on his lap risking bodily fluids appearing from multiple locations?
The answer: to see the excitement, life, and hope in a child’s and their parents’ (mostly their mom’s) faces. I try to live in a way that I can represent Santa, who, regardless of what I’m doing or the time of year, is always being watched by little eyes. How does Santa handle long lines, hot 4th of July parties, flat tires, and other regular life stuff? Little ones are watching and being Santa helps me live up to wearing the red suit.
I can’t give every child a gift, but I do give all children I see a piece of me, my heart, my love, compassion, and caring. When given the opportunity, I can talk about those things that really matter. Hearts open when they realize that they, the children, are supposed to give gifts of love and service. That’s my focus.
Santa had his beginnings in a small town in what is now Turkey on March 15, 270, when St. Nicholas was born. He grew to give away all his inheritance and traveled the countryside, helping the poor and protecting the children. So many cultures have a Santa Claus figure from Old Man Winter, in Scandinavian countries, who flew his eightlegged horse through the sky
A child bringing a short list of things hoped for – for someone else.
A big sister who makes sure her little brother’s requests are really heard.
A child who brought ME a gift with a hand-drawn picture of his family.
The terrified 2-year-old who really wants to sit on Santa’s lap but the hype has undone him and so he wails.
The little girl who rushes back to give me the cookie she brought with her and forgot to give me.
On Special Needs day: the best, biggest, most sincere hugs in the world – seeing Alice 6 times that day.
On Pet Day: Holding twin girls with guinea pigs dressed as elves.
Holding a girl on my lap taking her annual picture with Santa for her mother – she was 72. Her mother was 90.
Talks with teens and ask “What are you doing for your mother for Christmas?” Love and Service. Not things. A pinky promise sealed the deal.
delivering gifts, to Sinterklass in Holland, Papa Noel in France, to Father Christmas in Britain, and the Santa Claus we know and love in America. They all have giving gifts in common, gifts of love, service, toys, excitement, and joy.
That’s really why I love being Santa. It’s a big responsibility to be the Santa the children need. I pray before each time in the chair that I can say and do the things the children need that day, that the children can leave our visit in a better place. After six weeks in the chair, I am full of love, fulfilled, wanting to hold just one more child, and very ready for a long winter’s nap.
If you think Christmas has become too commercial, shift your focus to the real reason for the season: faith — faith in families, faith in each other, faith in love, and faith that we can work together to create peace on earth. The Grinch said it best: “Christmas Day will always be just as long as we have we.” I try to embody the true spirit of Christmas and be a part of creating the joy and mystique for children young and old through stories, songs, and love following the true Giver of Gifts
You can see more of Santa Brett on his Santa Brett Utah Facebook Page and catch his Stories with Santa series. SantaBrettUtah.com
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For someone who served in the military nearly 80 years ago, former Gunner’s Mate Third Class Sailor Donald Whiteleather has some captivating memories about his time in the service during WWII.
As a young man, Donald had worked cleaning railroad cars and also had a paper route, starting at age 13. He liked to keep busy and never minded hard work, so in 1943, as war had a grip on the hearts and minds of every American, he decided to enlist. Many young men enlisted before they had a chance to be drafted, as it meant they could choose their branch of service. Donald was only 17. He chose the Navy, hoping to stay close to friends and family who had done the same.
After attending boot camp, Donald attended a specialized Gunnery school, where he was taught how to maintain and repair weapons on ships. After his training, Donald was sent to the Philippine Islands aboard the USS Rushmore LSD14. On the ship, Donald worked maintaining and repairing various types of weapons, including 40-millimeter mounted guns, the most effective anti-aircraft mounted gun to have come out of WWII.
The Rushmore’s purpose was to deliver supplies, weapons, and vehicles to various small islands, and in addition to his duties as a Gunner’s Mate, Donald and his company would help unload the supplies onto the beach, usually in preparation for battles.
As familiar as he was with the guns, Donald’s company was not given any weapons to carry. Working aboard the ship, Donald remembers seeing the splash of shells landing in the water and being fired on by Japanese soldiers on land. He said it was frightening, but all the sailors kept doing their best to carry out their duties, despite being under fire.
During the invasion of Tarakan, when the Rushmore delivered supplies, army-manned tanks, and approximately 300 Australian troops to the small city in Borneo, Donald also remembers that a Japanese torpedo came barreling directly toward the ship, while the company watched it approach under the water. Fortunately, the torpedo only grazed the hull without exploding or causing any damage.
Donald was still aboard the Rushmore at Pearl Harbor in 1945 when the news came that the war was over. Donald remembers the feeling of relief and gratitude that came over all the men on the ship, knowing they would get to return home to their families, when many men had not been so fortunate.
The ship’s first stop was the Leyte Gulf on October 20, 1944. After unloading vehicles such as Jeeps, Sherman tanks, and LCM’s (large landing crafts designed to carry vehicles), the Rushmore remained offshore for a time in Leyte, acting as a repair ship for damaged landing craft.
After returning from service, Donald got married, bought a home, and began a life on the other side of the war, with the exciting and terrifying details of his service time fading slowly with time. It wasn’t until he participated in the 2021 Cherry Days and Pleasant View Founders parades that he began thinking and talking with his family about his time in the Navy.
We’re so glad he remembers. Talking with Donald and other WWII veterans is a journey to another time and place and a true honor. Thank you, Donald Whiteleather, for your wartime service and your willingness to share your memories with the community.
North Ogden Veteran
Sweet or savory - it’s always a good time for pie!
making and tasting these four pies,
recipes from local pie lovers.
BY MELISSA SPELTS
Adapted from infinetaste.com
1 graham cracker crust (my adaptation)
Filling
¾ cup granulated sugar
1 cup sour cream
1 egg
1 tsp. vanilla
½ tsp. almond extract
1 Tbsp. lemon juice (freshly squeezed is best)
½ tsp. salt
2 Tbsp. flour
2 ½ cups blueberries
Crumble Topping
1 ½ Tbsp. cold butter
3 Tbsp. flour
2 Tbsp. sugar pinch of salt
1. Preheat oven to 400 degrees.
2. Mix together sugar, sour cream, egg, vanilla, almond extract, lemon juice, salt, and flour until smooth. Fold in blueberries. Pour into baked graham cracker pie crust.
3.Bake for 30 minutes.
4. While the pie is baking, prepare the crumble topping. We used our dough blender and cutter to mix the butter into the flour, but you can also use two knives. Once you have pea-sized butter in the flour mixture, stir in the sugar and salt.
5. After the pie bakes for 30 minutes, remove from the oven and add your crumble topping to the top. Bake for an additional 10 to 15 minutes. Cool completely before serving.
BY HAILEY RASMUSSEN
Adapted from allrecipes.com
1 9-inch pie crust, baked
4 egg whites
6 tsp. white sugar
1 cup white sugar
2 Tbsp. all-purpose flour
3 Tbsp. cornstarch
1/4 tsp. salt
1 ½ cup water
2 lemons, juiced and zested
2 Tbsp. butter
4 egg yolks, beaten
1. Preheat the oven to 350 degrees.
2. Whip egg whites in a glass or metal bowl until foamy.
3.Add 6 Tbsp. of sugar gradually until stiff peaks form. Set aside while you make the lemon filling.
4. In a medium saucepan, mix together 1 cup of sugar, flour, cornstarch, and salt. Stir in water, lemon juice, and lemon zest. Cook over medium-high heat and stir frequently until it boils. Stir in butter.
5. Place egg yolks in a small bowl and gradually whisk in ½ cup of hot sugar mixture. Add it back to the saucepan and bring it to a boil while stirring constantly, until thick. 6. Remove from heat and pour into pie crust. Immediately top with the meringue and spread it so it seals against the pie crust.
TIP: Room temperature egg whites whip faster than cold egg whites.
This pumpkin cheesecake, with its gingersnap pecan crust and light and fluffy filling, is the ultimate combination of autumn flavors, perfect for a fall gathering.
Crust
1 ½ cups ground gingersnap cookies
½ cup toasted pecans
1 stick (½ cup) unsalted butter, melted
Filling
¾ lb. cream cheese, softened
¾ cup white sugar
¾ cup packed brown sugar
5 large eggs
1 ½ cups canned pumpkin purée
¾ cup heavy cream
1 tsp. cinnamon
1. Preheat the oven to 325 degrees.
2. In a small bowl, combine the butter with the gingersnap cookie crumbs and pecans. Press into the bottom of a buttered 10-inch springform pan.
3. Bake for 10 minutes. Remove from the oven and let cool.
4. In a large bowl, on the low speed of an electric mixer, beat the cream cheese until smooth. Gradually add the sugars. Add the eggs, one at a time. Add the pumpkin purée and mix until blended, stopping to scrape the bowl frequently. Once blended, stir in the heavy cream and cinnamon.
5. Pour the batter on top of the prepared crust and set the pan on a baking sheet. Bake until the edges are set, about 1 hour.
6. At the end of the baking time, turn off the heat and, leaving the oven door slightly open, cool the pie in the oven for 1 hour before removing it. Cover and refrigerate for at least 12 hours or overnight.
7. Remove the pie from the refrigerator 15-20 minutes before cutting and serving. Top with whipping cream and enjoy!
One of my favorite things at Thanksgiving time is the leftovers: the turkey, cranberries, stuffing, and rolls. My mom always used all the leftovers for meals we ate while the family was still together. We’ve had soups, sandwiches, and all sorts of different meals. A few years ago, Ryan and I went to a sandwich shop in Las Vegas called Capriotti’s. They have a sandwich called the Bobbie. It is my favorite sandwich in all the world. It is turkey, stuffing, and cranberry sauce on a bun, and it is amazing. They call it Thanksgiving on a bun. They have one in Logan if you want to try. We decided to try that idea with a pot pie, and it’s delicious!
Crust
1 box (2 count) refrigerated pie crust
Gravy ⅓ cup butter
⅓ cup chopped onion
⅓ cup flour
½ tsp. salt
¼ tsp. pepper
1 can chicken broth
½ cup milk
1. Place 1 pie crust in a pie dish. Poke holes in the crust with a fork and cook in the oven at 450 degrees for 10-12 minutes.
2. In a sauce pan, melt butter over medium heat. Add onion; cook 2 minutes, stirring frequently until tender.
3. Stir in flour, salt, and pepper until well blended.
4. Gradually stir in broth and milk, cooking and stirring until bubbly and thickened.
5. Add gravy to your filling mixture and pour into your cooked pie crust. Spread out evenly.
6. Add the second pie crust to the top with holes cut.
7. Cook for 20 minutes with a foil cover over the outer crust and then remove the foil and cook for 15-20 minutes until the crust is golden brown.
According to the National Fire Protection Association, local fire departments responded to 1.35 million fires in 2021. Unfortunately, these fires caused upwards of $16 billion in damages annually. The good news is that many of these fires can be prevented by simply being aware of fire hazards around your home or apartment.
Are you at home now? If so, take a look around and see if you can find any of these common fire hazards.strip:
• Worn or frayed electrical cords
• Space heaters: They should be at least three feet away from anything that can catch fire.
• A buildup of lint in your dryer: Clean the lint screen on your dryer frequently and don’t run the dryer without it.
• Open flames: Keep candles in a secure holder that cannot be tipped over.
If you see any of these items, it is important to correct them immediately. Here are a few bonus home safety tips to help you prevent fires.
• Make sure you have the right electrical cord for the job.
• Don’t overload outlets or extension cords.
• Don’t leave Christmas tree lights on overnight or when not at home.
• If you smoke, consider smoking outside. Don’t smoke in bed when you’re tired.
• Keep matches, lighters, and other ignition sources out of the reach of children.
• Be alert when cooking and don’t leave food unattended.
Don’t become a statistic. Be aware of fire safety hazards around your home and stay safe!l devastation for your home and family.
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What would happen if our financial system crashed? I hope it never does, but I also want to be prepared if it does. Even if the system didn’t fail but the dollar was diminished in value due to inflation like we are seeing now, it would be problematic. Our dollar lost its gold backing in 1971, so the only real value in the dollar is the faith we have in it as a society. So, how do we prepare for these possibilities? With gold!
The main problem with buying gold is that gold is such a valuable asset that it would be hard to buy your day-to-day needs with, even with gold coins. The average Gold American Eagle coin is 1oz. with a value today of about $1900. It would be hard to buy milk and eggs with that. I had a friend who would buy silver coins because they are so much more spendable in the long run. They are still worth $35.
An innovative company in Alpine, Utah, has been working hard to develop a secondary currency that is not backed by gold, but it actually is gold. Meet Goldbacks. Goldbacks are the first physical, fully-interchangeable,
gold money of the new millennium. Designed for small transactions, Goldbacks accommodate payments wherever recognized as an authorized medium of exchange or barter exchanges anywhere else worldwide.
♦ They are available in five convenient, interchangeable denominations: the 1, 5, 10, 25, and 50. One Goldback equals a thousandth of a troy ounce of fine gold.
♦ Through the process of vacuum deposition within a proprietary polymer coating, the Goldback, itself, consists of 24-karat gold (no third party vaulting required).
♦ Tougher than most currencies, Goldbacks survive circulation well, especially when handled with some degree of care.
♦ Goldbacks appreciate in value at the same rate as gold, so holding them presents no significant downside compared to other gold products.
♦ Each Goldback bears a unique serial number, coupled with six other anticounterfeiting security features.
♦ Like cash, Goldbacks can be easily spent at small businesses and for private transactions. On fast-track to ubiquity, during its first year of circulation, the Goldback is estimated to have found its way into the hands of hundreds of thousands of people worldwide.
So, whether you are interested in buying gold in case the worst should happen or just want to have gold in reserve that is spendable, Goldbacks are an amazing currency that can be used today and in the future. It is actual gold. Each Goldback denomination has a unique artist's rendering tied into the state of origin, in our case, Utah. They are beautiful and unique.
For a chance to hold and see some Goldbacks yourself, call Chris Turpin at 801-648-4380, visit gunsammopreparedness. com, or stop by his shop located inside the Weber County Sports Shooting Complex.
The Goldback® is the world’s first physical, interchangeable, gold money that is designed to accommodate even small transactions.
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