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hen we think about the origin of Thanksgiving, many of us often recall when the Pilgrims arrived at Plymouth and shared an autumn harvest feast with Native Americans. Few recognize George Washington was the first president to proclaim a day of thanksgiving in 1789, and it was a proclamation by Abraham Lincoln in 1863 that set the precedent for America’s national day of giving thanks. In 1941, congress declared the fourth Thursday of November as an official holiday called Thanksgiving.

President Lincoln’s proclamation contained several statements that I feel are very relevant today. One such statement is, “The year that is drawing towards its close, has been filled with the blessings of fruitful fields and healthful skies. [It is] to these bounties, which are so constantly enjoyed that we are prone to forget the source from which they come.” There have been many difficult times this year; however, North Ogden and the United States have been abundantly blessed, and we sometimes fail to recognize all the good things in our lives. I would encourage each of us take a moment and identify the good things that surround us.

President Lincoln also implored that the wounds of the nation would be healed, and the nation would be restored to its divine purposes of the full enjoyment of peace, harmony, tranquility, and union. What wonderful things to seek this Thanksgiving, not only in our country, but in our city!

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During the Thanksgiving holiday, we are often asked to identify the blessings in our lives. Common answers include family, friends, and other bounteous things.

But what about the more obscure blessings in our lives? Are we thankful for the police officers who sacrifice their Thanksgiving Day to protect our community?

How about the firefighters who are on duty in case we need them? What about the grocery store workers who keep stores open in case we forgot something for our Thanksgiving dinner? Do we think about the farmer and truck driver who provide and deliver the food we enjoy not only at Thanksgiving, but every day?

Those who collect our garbage provide a great blessing in our lives. I challenge each of us to thank those who provide the more obscure blessings we enjoy.

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I contemplated something I am thankful for this Thanksgiving, and the following story came to mind. As an older lady approached her car at the grocery store, she noticed four men sitting in her car. She immediately reached into her purse, pulled out her gun, and told the men to get out of her car. The men scrambled to safety. As she went to get into the car, she realized it wasn’t her car. She immediately went to the police department to explain her mistake, where she saw four men filing a complaint about a lady who had carjacked their vehicle at the grocery store! This story caused me to be grateful for those who forgive me of my mistakes, which are many. What are you grateful for?

May you enjoy this Thanksgiving season!

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The Connection Publishing Team Ryan Spelts Owner/Publisher Melissa Spelts Owner Rhett Long Sales VP Vy Trinh Sales Leadership Kristina Case Graphic Design Robert Dodd Graphic Design of Roy Connection, and Ad Design Abigail Rigby Ad Design

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City of North Ogden CITY COUNCIL UPDATE

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Ryan Carter

The council has recently approved an extension of the North Ogden Connection Magazine as the Official City Magazine.

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The council has also selected Jeana Berube as the Youth City Council Advisor; any teenagers between 16 and 18 can apply. It’s a great way to build a resume for college applications and have a bunch of fun while meeting some new people. Call 801-782-7211, and we will put you in touch with Jeana.

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A new landscaping ordinance has been passed that helps to clarify the type of maintenance required on properties. The basics of the ordinance are that properties need to be kept weed-free and routinely mowed, but it does not penalize individual areas which still have their native vegetation on them. More information about recently adopted ordinances can be found here www.northogdencity.com/ordinances

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The council held a work session discussion on what to do with the proposed 2.4 million dollars or American Rescue Plan Act Dollars we are to receive.

The money is required to be spent on water, sewer, broadband, or other types of projects. Right now, the city is moving forward with planning to use the money for water projects.

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The council will be reviewing proposals for the new public safety building in November. Watch the council agendas www.northogdencity.com/meetings for more information.

Ryan has worked in North Ogden City as a water operator since 2014. His main job is to ensure that all of us in the city have clean, safe, drinking water. He oversees the maintenance of our city water infrastructure, such as our wells, springs, reservoirs, fire hydrants, water mains, and meter system. He’s a team player, and in the winter, you may see him in a snowplow truck!

To date, Ryan’s biggest accomplishment in his career was switching the city’s meter system from a drive-by read system to an AMR (automatic meter reading) system. Even though this was a daunting task at first, and it took five years to close out 6,700 meters, the benefits our city has gained from the new meter system has been very rewarding. He’s proud of the several replacement projects he’s been part of in his seven years with North Ogden, saying that it’s “been satisfying to update failing infrastructure and to take pride in the work I’m doing, knowing that it will last for several decades to come.”

Jason Reney, Ryan’s supervisor, says, “Ryan works hard and plays hard. He is very productive and is quick witted. He is always cracking jokes and trying to have fun while he works. He is very knowledgeable about the tasks in the water department.

We are lucky to have him.”

Ryan has a beautiful family, and when he’s not at work, he enjoys spending time with them camping and riding their side by side.

He thrives in the mountains, hunting and fishing, and he loves trying new recipes on his smoker.

Ryan’s favorite thing about our city, hands down, is being blessed to be able to build amazing friendships with his coworkers and getting to meet great people in the community.

They make him want to make North Ogden the best city someone could work and live in!

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The Cherry on Top: Mark Daniels

BY HAILEY MINTON

Mark Daniels is a theater teacher at Weber High School, and he was named Utah’s Teacher of the Year for 2021.

“His enthusiasm, love, and passion for teaching has garnered no competition,” said Abigail Rigby, whose daughter has been involved in many of his productions.

“Because of Mr. Daniels’s teaching style and his genius choices for musicals, my daughter has learned to perfect her craft, her self-confidence has grown, and she has had the “I don’t believe opportunity to work with he will ever the many truly realize the different types immense positive of students who have impact he has on all the young minds participated in these plays he helps mold into and musicals.”

Her daughter great ones.”

has gone on to receive a full Musical Theatre scholarship to Weber State University, and Mr. Daniels has played a pivotal role in that Teacher Mark happening.

Daniels with the cast of Matilda Loralie Graves Holmgren said, “He is creative, caring, organized, kind but strict, efficient, contagiously happy, inclusive, confident, respectful, humble, professional, personal, and would bend over backwards to see you succeed and be happy. In short, a genius.” Abigail went on to say, “He has mastered the art of being firm but fair, having rules but maintaining relationships.

He freely offers his wisdom, love, and acceptance to all of his ‘children.’ He picks up where I feel parenting can seem

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BY SCOTT A. HESS, NORTH OGDEN PLANNING DIRECTOR

North Ogden City is growing, and we have a plan. The city is updating the 2015 General Plan. You may ask yourself, “What is the General Plan, and why update it?” The General Plan is the guiding document for future growth and development of the city that looks 15-20 years into the future. The plan includes sections on future land use and zoning, housing choice and affordability, parks and trails, and transportation. It is critical to maintain and update this living document to guide future decisions that maintain and enhance our community’s quality of life. The 2015 North Ogden General Plan can be found online at: https://www. northogdencity.com/planning/page/north-ogden-city-generalplan-1.

The General Plan is a road map of our city’s future development.

The Future Land Use Map indicates areas of the city that will accommodate a variety of housing types, commercial uses, and open space. The General Plan is used as a guide to support policy decisions, such as where people will live and what type of housing will be allowed. As the city grows from its current population of roughly 21,000 to its eventual build out at 40,000 people, the General Plan will become increasingly important to guide growth.

The city has benefited from the hard work of the General Plan Advisory Committee made up of North Ogden residents appointed by the mayor and council. The committee has assisted with updating the Moderate Income Housing Plan and is currently wrapping up recommendation on the Future Land Use Map. With the assistance of the Planning Department, the 2021 Draft Future Land Use Map will be considered by the planning commission and city council at upcoming meetings at the end of 2021.

Citizen input is welcome and necessary during this process.

Meetings of the General Plan Advisory Committee are open to the public in person and online, on the fourth Wednesday of each month, at 6 p.m. The next meeting will be October 27, 2021, at the North Ogden City Hall. Agendas and supporting information for all North Ogden City public meetings can be found at https://www.northogdencity.com/meetings If you have any questions about Planning, Zoning, or if you would like to engage in the General Plan development process, please contact Scott A. Hess, Planning Director, at 801-737-9841 or shess@nogden.org.

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A Time For Giving Thanks 2021 has been a challenging year, and as we reflect on this past year, we are so thankful for the friendships that we share and the relationships we have with our wonderful residents. As we prepare to enter 2022, we want to share our gratitude with each one of you, along with each one of our amazing employees. We wouldn’t be North Ogden City without every single one of you.

THANK YOU!

“I am thankful for what I have,

“I’m thankful my family and I are staying healthy, especially during these crazy times we are calling life.” -JEREMY HINDES

also I am thankful for what I don’t have.” -TRENT WILKINS

“I am thankful for my family and having the means to provide for them. I’m also very thankful for a home and a yard for my kids and dogs.”

“I am thankful for so many things! I enjoy living in this beautiful area and am so grateful for my family, friends, and a good place to work. Happy Thanksgiving!” ~LAURA BARKER

“The last couple of years have been challenging, but we must always look on the brighter side of life.

I am thankful for good health, a roof over my head, family, friends, and most importantly, my faith.”

-CATHY DORIUS

~SARAH MORREALE

“I’m thankful for the life that my family has created together and for the qualitytime we spend doing the things we love most. Time is precious, and I’m thankful that we take every opportunity we can to make everlasting memories.” -KATIE GERARD

“I’m thankful for my health, my supportive wife, my three beautiful “I am thankful for daughters, and for North Ogden City giving me the opportunity to work my children and for the city and come back home to grandchildren. They Utah.” -SCOTT HESS are all amazing, caring, successful people that I am very proud of.”

-LORRIE FRAZIER

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Here’s what some of our staff members had to say when asked what they are thankful for…

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“I’m thankful for the beautiful mountains that we live so close to, especially as they change with the seasons. They remind me each day of how blessed I am to be surrounded by God’s creations.” -JOYCE PIERSON “I am thankful for my faith in Jesus Christ and for other people who work to do good in the world. I’m grateful for acts of kindness I’ve received and seen given to others.

I’m thankful for knowing who I am and what I stand for, a cheerful disposition, a curious mind, opportunities to improve myself, and to share my abundance with others.” ~CHARLOTTE EKSTROM

“I’m thankful for family.

All of my most important memories include my family, whether they are happy memories or sad ones. I am glad that I have such a supportive family that wants the best for me.”

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Key Community Contacts

Flood Zones 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.

Questions, comments, accolades?

Go to www.northogdencity.com/i-want-to/contact-us or see community contacts, right, for information.

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 6 p.m. Work sessions are held as needed on the first Tuesday of each month at 6 p.m. Check www.northogdencity.com for changes.

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Mayor: Neal Berube: 801-686-0688 nberube@nogden.org Council Members: Cheryl Stoker: 801-782-9302 cstoker@nogden.org 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 City Hall: 801-782-7211 Planning:

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By Hailey Minton As an art teacher, Joan Mckinney believes you need to teach someone how to observe and reproduce what they see without telling them how to do it. “Art is a language that doesn’t consist of words.” Joan retired from teaching art

after teaching at North Ogden Jr. High and Orion Jr. High and looks forward to teaching from her home studio again in the near future.

She explains that when someone tries to draw something, the image goes in through their eye, and they recreate it with their hand. “When you have a good artist, you don’t need to give them too many directions. You give them the framework, and they fill in the rest.”

who knew trees didn’t actually look like balloons, and Joan really helped her recreate trees as we see them.

When Joan was starting out, she knew she really loved drawing, but she didn’t have confidence in her ability. Doing well in a college art class really changed things for her. “Having really good teachers really helped.” From ceramics to art history, she loved it all. She taught art classes, earned a master’s degree in Human Resources, and worked at the library in the youth services for a time. In 2001, she renewed her teaching license and started at NOJH. She admitted she was intimidated at first, but the kids’ enthusiasm to learn melted that initial apprehension away. She had one student

Joan loves painting whatever is fresh and exciting to her, and she finds inspiration from the beauty in the area, especially since she loves hiking. She has painted many mountain views, including capturing the morning light coming across Mt. Lewis. She also loved recreating wild horses snorting and fighting. In her opinion, some things, like a sunset, can be captured best with a camera; however, a paintbrush helps her evoke the emotion she feels about the image she is trying to recreate on her canvas.

UPCOMING EVENTS Nov. 3rd: Ogden City School District Student Art and Music showcase @ The Monarch 5 - 7:30 p.m.

Nov. 17th-19th: Petite Impressions Art Entry Deadline @ Eccles Art Center 10 a.m. - 5 p.m.

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Lunch 11:45 a.m. to 12:45 p.m. Mon, Tues., Wed. & Fri. Call Zella if you have any questions at 801-782-6211 Monday 8:30 a.m. Ceramics 9 a.m. Beginners Line Dance 9 a.m. Bridge 1 p.m. Crochet & Knitting 2 p.m. Tap Dance Class Tuesday 9:30 a.m. Art 10 a.m. Intermediate Line Dancing 12:30 p.m. MahJong Wednesday 9 a.m. Wood Carving 9 a.m. Bridge 10 a.m. Line Dancing 12:30 p.m. Games Thursday 1 p.m. Tap Dancing Friday 8:30 a.m. Ceramics 8:30 a.m. Tai Chi 9 a.m. Bridge 10 a.m. Yoga (bring your own mat) Nov. 11: Closed Veteran’s Day Nov. 25 - 26: Closed for Thanksgiving

Nov. 1 - 5: Dia de los Muertos @ The Monarch 10 a.m. - 9p.m. Free Admission Nov. 5: First Friday Art Stroll @ Historic 25th Street 5 - 8 p.m.

Nov. 6: Nightmare Before Christmas playing @ Peery’s Egyptian Theatre 7 p.m.

Nov. 6: Weber State Turkey Triathlon @ Weber State University 6 a.m. - 11 p.m.

Nov. 7: Veterans Program @ The Barker Park Amphitheater 4 p.m.

Nov. 17 - 19: Petite Impressions Art Entry Deadline @ Eccles Art Center 10 a.m. - 5 p.m.

Nov. 18 - 27: Descendants Kids @ The Ziegfeld Theater @ 7:30 p.m.

Nov. 22 - 23: Modern Abstract Art Entry Deadline @ Eccles Art Center 10 a.m. - 5 p.m.

Nov. 24 - 29: Ogden Musical Theatre’s Five Carols for Christmas @ Peery’s Egyptian Theatre 7:30 p.m.

Nov. 24 & 26: Christmas Tree Jubilee at the Eccles Conference Center, 10 a.m.-6 p.m. View trees, visit with Santa and more. foundation.wsd.net Nov. 25: Happy Thanksgiving!

Nov. 26: Black Friday Shopping Nov. 27: Ogden Santa Run @ 25th Street 4:30 - 5:30 p.m.

Nov. 27: Holiday Electric Light Parade @ Washington Blvd between 22nd St and 27th St 5:30 - 6:30 p.m. Christmas

LIBRARY EVENTS @ NORTH BRANCH ALL EVENTS ARE FREE

Special Announcement: Winter Fest Dec. 24: 12 p.m. - 3 p.m.

Main Library (2464 Jefferson Ave in Ogden) Open house featuring entertainment and crafts; boxed meals will be distributed Call 801-337-2632 for more information

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Village Gala and Firework Show 6:30 7:30 p.m.

Nov. 27 - Jan. 1: Visit Christmas Village @ 5 p.m. - 12 a.m.

School Events Weber High Nov 5, 6, 8: Matilda @ Weber 7 p.m.

Nov 9: Swim Region 1 Relays Meet @ Ogden 3 p.m.

Nov 10: Early Out - 12:15 p.m.

Nov 10: Warrior DECA/FBLA Invite @ Weber Cafeteria/Classrooms/Library 3:15 p.m.

Nov 11-13, 15: Matilda @ Weber 7 p.m.; Saturday Matinee 1 p.m.

Nov 19: Warrior of the Month Breakfast in Library @ Weber 7 a.m.

Nov 19: Harvest Assembly during Flex @ Weber 9:15 a.m.

Nov 20: Swim Layton Invitational @ Surf’n’Swim 8 a.m.

Holiday Electric Lights Parade on Nov. 27!

Address: 475 E 2600, North Ogden Phone: 801-337-2650 Special Announcement: Adult Winter Reading Program Jan. 1 - Feb. 28: During operating hours All Library Locations Read or listen to a book, write a fiveword review, and enter to win a gift basket November Nov. 4: Genealogy, ages 18+@ 7 p.m.

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Nov. 16: Crochet Basics, ages 12 - 18 @ 7 p.m. call 801-337-2652 to register Nov. 18: Tracy Aviary Presents: Seasonal Survival, all ages @ 5:30 p.m.

Nov. 18: Charcoal Still Life, ages 16+ @ 7 p.m. call 801-337-2652 to register Nov. 30: Ben Lomond Bagpipe Corps, all ages @ 6:30 p.m.

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Nov 30: Girls Basketball @ Roy 7 p.m.

Dec 1: Cone Choir Concert @ Weber 7 p.m.

Dec 3: Boys Basketball @ Kearns 7 p.m.

Dec 3: Girls Basketball vs West Jordan @ Weber 7 p.m.

Dec 4: Swim City-County Meet @ Ogden 8 a.m.

Dec 4: Guns and Hoses Basketball Tournament 4 p.m.

North Ogden Jr. Nov 2: NAL @ Wahlquist 3 p.m. | Volleyball @ Wahlquist 3 p.m.

Nov 5: NAL @ South Ogden 3 p.m. | Volleyball @ South Ogden 3 p.m.

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Nov 19: NAL @ Sandridge 3 p.m. | Volleyball @ Sandridge 3 p.m.

Nov 23: NAL @ Rocky Mountain 3 p.m. | Volleyball @ Rocky Mountain 3 p.m.

Nov 24-26: Thanksgiving Break - No School Nov 30: NAL vs. Orion @ NOJH 3 p.m. | Volleyball vs. Orion @ NOJH 3 p.m.

Nov 19: Volleyball / NAL Games: TH Bell @ Orion 3 p.m.

Nov 23: Volleyball / NAL Games: Roy Jr High @ Orion 3 p.m.

Nov 24-26: Thanksgiving Break - No School Nov 30: Volleyball / NAL Games: Orion @ North Ogden Jr High 3 p.m.

Orion Jr. High Nov 2: Volleyball / NAL Games: Orion @ South Ogden Jr High @ 3 p.m.

Nov 5: Volleyball / NAL Games: Orion @ Rocky Mountain Jr High 3 p.m. | Football Championship Game @ TBA | School Dance @ Orion 6 p.m.

Nov 9: Volleyball / NAL Games: Sandridge @ Orion 3 p.m.

Nov 12: Volleyball / NAL Games: Orion Bye @ 3 p.m.

Nov 16: Volleyball / NAL Games: Snowcrest @ Orion 3 p.m.

All Elementary Schools Nov 24-26: Thanksgiving Break - No School

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American Spirit Essay Contest Winner

Kristen Aeschlimann of Pleasant View is the winner of this year’s contest. She wrote about her experience as a mother of a police officer and how she reacted to the phone call no mother wants to get. Hers is a powerful story and one that everyone can appreciate. She was presented an award at the “Constitution Celebration” hosted by Kathy Smith at Liberty Hall in Farr West. Kristen received a plaque and a check for $500. Awards of $200 each were presented to three runners-up. Thank you for sharing your story with us.

“Why American Spirit Matters”

by Kristen Aeschlimann

“One officer killed. Another injured.” Those words will forever be etched in my heart. In May 2020, my then 25-year-old son, Dylan, was one of two officers dispatched to a domestic violence call. The other officer was his very best friend, Nate.

Time stood still as I waited for an update. Had my Dylie been killed? Was it Nate? Either scenario was heart wrenching. How badly was the other officer injured? Would he recover? My heart and mind raced. When your child risks his life to protect a mother and her children who are in danger, you come to understand the American spirit in a way you never did before.

The homeowner open-fired with an assault rifle through his closed front door as Dylan and Nate stood on the porch. Dylan watched in horror as Nate was shot in the head, just a few feet from him. Without having a second to grieve what he’d just witnessed, Dylan jumped into action because he was under heavy fire. I can’t imagine what he must have felt- alone, afraid, his heart aching. I’m so grateful for two Adult Probation and Parole agents who through divine intervention were in the area and responded to see if the two officers needed assistance. One of the AP&P agents was shot as he arrived on scene. The other was able to return fire and divert the shooter’s attention, which saved Dylan’s life.

The American spirit is courage and resilience in the face of tragedy. It’s hope amidst heartache and a devotion to doing what’s right no matter the cost.

It’s resourcefulness, sacrifice, gratitude, and love.

My Dylie has a heart of gold. He loves deeply and has this contagious enthusiasm for life. You can’t help but smile if you see him singing and dancing to the radio, driving down the road. He’s a devoted father to his 5-year-old son. When he calls me, “Mama” my heart melts. To say that Dylan loves law enforcement is an understatement. It’s his purpose and passion. He lives to protect and service those around him. I never envisioned Dylan becoming a police officer, but now it’s part of him.

Though shaken and broken-hearted, Dylan hasn’t let the horror of that day define him or keep him from doing what he was put on earth to do. Porches still send a shiver down his spine, and there isn’t a single day that he doesn’t miss his best friend. Dylan doesn’t know why his life was spared. Their roles could easily have been reversed. He lives each day to the fullest and is committed to doing the good in the world he knows Nate would have done. He believes Nate is here beside him, watching over him.

The American spirit is courage and resilience in the face of tragedy. It’s hope amidst heartache and a devotion to doing what’s right no matter the cost. It’s resourcefulness, sacrifice, gratitude, and love. The American spirit matters because it’s charity. “…charity never faileth… charity is the pure love of Christ, and it endureth forever…” (Moroni 7:46-47) Charity has the power to save not only our country but the world.

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Students of the Month Congratulations to our hardworking students who are recognized by teachers and faculty at their schools. Great job!

Heidi Braun

Zambrie Simon

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Heidi Braun is an outstanding young lady. As a member of the Hope Squad, she has taken the initiative to be in charge of all things media. She was tasked with filming and editing a video for Hope Week and went above and beyond creating scripts and directing it. She is willing to do anything that is asked of her and takes the initiative to share her ideas and ways of implementing them. Weber Hope Squad is lucky to have her.

Zambrie is a 9th-grade student at Orion Jr. High. Her smile and energy lights up the room! She loves English, likes to write poetry, and to be involved in school activities. Zambrie is currently in Latinos in Action and on Orion’s football team.

Her future goals are to go to Michigan State University and become a lawyer. Zambrie is a hard worker and strives to reach her goals. One of her teachers describes her as “a person who works to get what she wants.” She is smart, physically strong, and an amazing young lady. Congratulations, Zambrie!

Aiden Bourdreaux Maria Montessori Academy Aiden is a model student who has great attendance to all of his classes. On the rare occasion that he does miss a class, he is quick to catch up on assignments and communicate about missing work. Aiden does his work with diligence and precision, completing each assignment methodically and with purpose. He absorbs the materials presented to him and applies them in daily life. Aiden is an advocate for his own academic career and is always trying to better his grades and do extra to get ahead. It is for this reason we have chosen Aiden: for his constant and inspiring strive for excellence. Aiden always goes above and beyond in cross country. He is not only pushing himself to get better but is also pushing his teammates. He brings a positive energy and continually brings smiles to the team at practices and meets.

Miranda Brown Orion Jr. High School Miranda is one of those people who consistently has a smile on her face, along with a bright and happy attitude.

She improves the classroom environment through consistent positive interactions with me and her classmates. For example, we had a new student join class, and Miranda immediately helped this student become comfortable by helping them with our class routine. I am excited to see all that Miranda will accomplish this year and in the future. I am certain she will have a positive impact, no matter where she goes, both in and out of the classroom.

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If the answer is no, perhaps you need your hearing checked!

OGDEN – Hearing Improvement Center, located on the south side of 12th Street between Washington SPECIAL ADVERTISEMENT Blvd. and Monroe, has been a staple of the Ogden community for nearly 30 years. This family business was originally established

by Ross Western in 1987. After years of providing superior service to the people of Ogden, the fish in northern Utah began calling to Ross, and he retired in October of 2011. It was at this time the ownership of the earing Improvement Center, locatedcompany on thewas south passed to his son, Jesse Western, side of 12th Street, between Washington Blvd. who had been working alongside his father and Monroe, has been a staple of thesince Ogden 1993, first as a have become. patients. They are able technician, and then as community for nearly 30 years. This family business was Many models to service, repair, and a licensed professional. are now blue make adjustments to Jesse now operates the originally established by Ross Western in 1987.

After years most hearing aid brands tooth capable, business along with his have remote at far below the cost of Jenalee Garrett. of providing superior service to the people ofsister, Ogden, The siblings the work closely having the aid sent back controls, and TV adapters to the manufacturer. maintain fish in northern Utah began calling to Ross, together andfather’s hetoretired as well. Most “We’ve had other their legacy of companies send patients hearing aid superior customer care. in October of 2011. It was at this time the ownership of often manufacturers to us who were in a “Our patients “We want to crunch. make sure that now offer loss repair the company was passed to his son, Jesse Western, who and damage Maybe they what you get is exactly what warrantiesyou on have a funeral had been working alongside his father since 1993, first their products. theneed. next day, want and If, after trying Western and or are leaving as a technician, and then as a licensed professional. Jesse Garrett trip and aid, one typeon ofa hearing yourealize find that with all the there isn’t now operates the business along with his sister, Jenalee Shield Federal Employee new options time what to sendyou want, that it’s not we Program are offered available, you may not their hearing Dalebout. The siblings work closely together to maintain an excellent benefit of a knowanother what would work aidsto to fit theyou with are happy one to try.

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s you’re counting the things you’re grateful for, don’t forget the gross stuff too! This month, Connection Publishing wanted to tell the history of something we should all be grateful for: a sewage system.

In the beginning, the Native American way of sewage was much different than today. They dug trenches to do their business in. You might think that it was the smelliest way to get rid of sewage. Luckily, the harsh winters froze the trenches; therefore, the smells went away.

Early settlers implemented the same idea, with some innovation for privacy. Instead of an open trench, they built outhouses. A septic tank wouldn’t arrive in the States until 1880. As a result, these settlers were still disposing of sewage directly into the ground. In the 1930s, President Franklin D. Roosevelt used his historic New Deal to employ men to build outhouses for Americans. By this time, they were connected to septic tanks; however, it was still up to each household to empty the tanks every so often.

North Ogden was lucky from the beginning because it was so close to the Ogden River Water System. By 1880, a 15-mile canal had already been dug out to bring even more residents water access. Their very first canal came much earlier in 1852.

In addition, they had Rice Creek and Cold Water Creek. When irrigation companies started popping up, the company would trade stocks with households living near the river in exchange for the land nearest the rivers. Then, they would make agreements about when they could visit the waters to load up for themselves.

Others in the Salt Lake Valley had already run out of places to store their sewage by that time. Since there were so many farmlands in North Ogden, they dug an open conveyance system to send their sewage up northwest. Once there, farms could use the system to create their own fertilizer. Later, it was much more effective to use manure. Plus, the conveyance systems were an eye sore.

When they first started digging sewer lines, the water mains (or pipes) were made of wood. That was great for early plumbers because they were breaking down constantly.

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When they first started digging sewer lines, the water main (or pipes) were made of wood and always breaking.

Plumbing was a booming industry, and the city often called on them.

The Randall family built the first home with indoor plumbing in North Ogden. It still sits at about 2000 North 1200 East.

James Enoch and Isabella Chadwick Randall were in their forties when they built it. Then, they raised their 10 children in it. At that time, they were a minority and would remain so for decades. James Enoch was also president of the North Ogden Canning Company.

Then, in 1957, the Water Environment Association of Utah was established. As a direct result, members of the association trained those at Central Weber Sewer Improvement District how to treat water. This secondary treatment facility, which began in 1960, kept sewage from being dumped back into lakes and rivers. The district serves Farr West, Ogden City, South Ogden City, City of Harrisville, Pleasant View City, Washington Terrace, MarriottSlaterville, Riverdale City, Weber County, North Ogden City, South Weber City, South Weber City, City of West Haven, Hooper, Portions of Plain City, Roy, and Uintah.

Left: Workers laying bricks over the top of the pipe trench.

Right: Trench being dug using old steam traction trencher.

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erge Benson Simmons was dead set on joining the armed forces for as long as his wife, Serge Simmons Jane Renstrom Stevenson, knew him. They were high school sweethearts from Weber High School. Serge got his middle name from his mother’s side of the family, who was a Benson from the Ezra Taft Benson line.

Ezra went on to serve as the U.S. Secretary of Agriculture under President Dwight D. Eisenhower. In addition, he had a colonel for an uncle, and another was an attorney in Washington, D.C. As a result, patriotism was in his blood. Jane supported his wishes to join the Marine Corps, but she encouraged him to earn his college degree first. That way, he would be able join as an officer. So, they got married right after high school and enrolled in college.

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to soften and then pour into a slow cooker to keep it soft. Dip each apple as far into the caramel as you’d like. I like to leave less than an inch of the green apple showing. Once dipped, pull the apple out above the caramel but still in the pot and twist and twirl it until all the excess drips off. Then, the apples rest on a baking sheet while the caramel hardens.

Now, get some water boiling in a pot. Put the chocolate in a metal bowl and then put that bowl over the boiling pot. You will have to mix the chocolate as it melts.

Take your caramel apples and First, stab your apples with the dip them into the chocolate but skewer. Do not pierce the apple just below the line of caramel. Lift all the way to the bottom. Also, and twist and twirl like you did keep in mind that the middle of before. While the chocolate is the apple isn’t necessarily where still warm, take a shaker and put it stands upright from. Stab the your cinnamon and sugar inside, apple from an angle that keeps mixed. Sprinkle the mixture all it upright. Then refrigerate all the over the apple. Refrigerate until page 30) apples. Microwave the caramel (Continued you eat on them.

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