North Ogden Connection September 2021

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any of you may have heard of Clayton Christensen, a Harvard professor who passed away in early 2020.

He wrote many articles, but the article I remember most is entitled, “How Will You Measure Your Life?” As I thought about his article, another question came to my mind: Is there a difference between doing well and doing good? Both questions caused me to pause and ask myself if what I’m doing has purpose and meaning.

Based upon Mr. Christensen’s article, one might be doing well if one is devoting time to developing relationships that bring him or her happiness, staying true 100% of the time to the principles he or she believes in, and understanding that it’s ok not to be perfect because people learn from mistakes. These are good principles to pursue because, if we are doing well, it increases the probability that we can do good.

WRITERS Mayor Neal Berube Jon Call Katie Gerard Hailey Minton Ryan Spelts Jenny Goldsberry Jon Call Chief Dirk Quinney Rachel Long Camryn Spelts Kendal Jensen Kristina Case

Doing good in today’s chaotic world is where we can find purpose and meaning in our lives. Doing good may require an examination of how we allocate our resources, which are primarily time and money. Money may be allocated differently, but we have all been allocated the same amount of time. So, how can we go about using our resources to do good in our city?

• Research issues being discussed by the city council and present facts at council meetings that will assist in making decisions that will keep North Ogden a great place to live.

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• Express gratitude for those who willingly serve the community. We have many volunteers in the community who serve on committees, employees with lots of passion, and elected officials who are doing their best to meet the needs of the city.

EDITORS Carolyn White Hailey Minton Brittany Carroll Kassie Baker

• Donate time for good causes such as the Coldwater Creek restoration project, Chalk It Up art festival, cleanup projects, and various city-sponsored activities.

• Spend more time advocating for issues you are for and less time for those things you are against. This doesn’t mean you shouldn’t express your opinion with things you disagree with, but doing it in a respectful and factual manner goes a long way in doing good.

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• Develop relationships with your elected officials so you feel comfortable sharing ideas with them that can be considered in improving the quality of life in our community.

• Support our local businesses by shopping in North Ogden.

• Perform random acts of kindness that create a more inclusive environment.

I was recently asked how I defined success in my business career. The answer I gave surprised the individual who asked the question. I told him I measured my success not on the financial performance of the company, but on if I made a difference in the lives of others. Yes, I felt things were going well, but in the end, it was all about trying to do good.

So, the questions remain, how will you measure your life, are you doing well, and are you going about doing good not only in your community, but in life? Only you can answer those questions!

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City of North Ogden COMMUNITY QUESTION CORNER

BY JON CALL, CITY MANAGER/ATTORNEY

Resident’s Question: What’s New in North Ogden?

Answer. There’s a lot going on.

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The city council adopted the same property tax rate as last year .001108. Those whose home values have increased will see an increase in the amount of property taxes paid to the city. Typically, about 10% of your total property tax bill goes to the city.

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The city will be replacing some large water lines on Washington Blvd (1500 N. area) and Fruitland Drive (2100 N. area); there will be some road closures associated with the Fruitland Drive pipe work.

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The council has approved an across-the-board increase in police salaries to help retain and attract new police officers when vacancies occur. The police department is currently fully staffed, and we love our officers.

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The intersection at 2600 and Washington is complete, with a few cosmetic issues to still fix, and the widening of Washington Blvd. is well along its way to completion. The expected finish date is in mid-October.

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The playground at Mcgriff Park (2950 N. 900 E.) is getting an upgrade. There have been some parts on backorder, but we look forward to having this new area up and going for everybody to enjoy soon.

If you have questions about proper procedures, city code, building permits, community events, how-to's, or other cityrelated questions, please send an email to jcall@nogden.org.

Justin keeps the NorthExpires: Shore9/30/21 Aquatic Center int top shape all year around. Thank you, Justin!

Employee Spotlight Kyle Scoville Kyle joined our Parks and Recreation Department only a couple of months ago and has jumped right in to help prioritize the daily work orders and task lists for our ten beautiful parks, Senior Center, North Shore Aquatic Center, Community Garden, and city flower planters. Aside from the daily jobs, there are unexpected tasks that need attention, such as a secondary water break, vandalism, or a windstorm cleanup to name a few. Communication and teamwork are key in the Parks and Recreation Department to keep all facilities safe, clean, functional, fun, and user friendly.

In Kyle’s short time with the city, he noticed the outside light timers and many park lights were not working properly in a few of our parks. He installed new timers and LED lights at these parks, which helped make them more efficient and cost effective.

Many of the parks have older-style toilets, sinks, lighting, and drinking fountains, so Kyle did research and found retrofit parts to help make these more efficient. As he and his department install these upgrades, it will help eliminate waste, save money on both power and water, and help prevent the spread of germs for the overall wellbeing of all North Ogden Park and Recreation facility patrons.

When he’s not maintaining and beautifying our city, Kyle likes spending time with his family (particularly his better half, Emily, and their three children, Addison, Stockton, and Boston). He enjoys watching his kids play sports, dance, swim at North Shore, ride at the skate park, and camp.

His favorite thing is volunteering with his kids at local events or causes, such as the Special Olympics, Major Taylor Foundation, or GiGi’s Playhouse, to name a few.

He loves North Ogden City because it’s a prime recreational, family-friendly, patriotic, and outdoor enthusiast’s destination.

He believes that no person or place is perfect, but the citizens, visitors, volunteers, and staff make North Ogden City as good as it gets!

Thank you for all your hard work, Kyle. We appreciate you!

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The Cherry on Top-Mark Miller

BY HAILEY MINTON

There were a lot of people who stepped up and contributed their resources to make Cherry Days happen this year, but it could not have happened without a leader to take charge. That leader was Mark Miller. North Ogden City opted out of events that are typically a part of the annual Cherry Days celebrations due to staffing shortages, among other reasons. Mark knew the residents were really looking forward to the parade and the afterparade festivities. He didn’t like that those events weren’t lined up to happen this year. He felt the community needed this kind of a celebration at this time.

Mark couldn’t make it happen on his own. He put a lot of energy into persuading the city to allow it to happen this year, and, eventually, they gave their blessing to let him take charge. The city, however, couldn’t really help. Mark organized a committee, and over 100 volunteers signed up to help. The feedback after the celebration was tremendous. This month’s Cherry on Top goes to you, Mark Miller. Thank you for contributing your

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This lane cannot be traveled in except when preparing to make or complete a left turn. The maximum distance this lane can be traveled in when completing or preparing to make a turn is 500 feet. U-turns may be made from this lane.

I hope this helps clear up some of the confusion about left turns. Please contact any North Ogden police officer if you have any questions regarding left turns or any other issue. We are happy to help whenever possible. Thank you for driving safely and helping everyone using our roadways get to their destinations safely.

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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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8:30 a.m. Tai Chi 9 a.m. Bridge 10 a.m. Yoga (bring your own mat) Sept. 29: Regular Flu Shots at 9 a.m. - 11 a.m. for Seniors (high dose)

Fun Things To Do Sept. 1: Turn Pro Jackpots Barrel Race @ Golden Spike Riding Arena from 4 p.m. 10 p.m. Free Admission | Country Dance (every Wednesday night) @ The Union Station at 8:30 p.m. - 10 p.m. cost $5 Sept. 9 - 11: Weber Remembers 9/11 project @ the Weber County Fairground Thursday & Friday 4 p.m. - 8 p.m. & Saturday 10 a.m. - 8 p.m. The event is free to the public and will include an interactive museum, a chance to speak with Utahns in uniform, booths to share experiences and thoughts, as well as food trucks and activities for the kids.

Sept. 18: Harvest Moon Celebration 2021 on Historic 25th Street from 12 p.m.

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Sept. 21: Catch 4 Ca$h Team Roping @

Cross Country season is here for junior high and high schoolers. Cheer them on!

Golden Spike Riding Arena from 5:30 p.m. - 11:30 p.m. Free Admission Sept. 22: Rocky Mountain Barrel Racing Jackpot @ Golden Spike Riding Arena from 4:30 p.m. - 9:30 p.m.

School Events Weber High School

Sept. 1: Cross Country pre-region @ Layton Park at 3:30 p.m.

LIBRARY EVENTS @ NORTH BRANCH ALL EVENTS ARE FREE Sept. 11: Grandparents Day Storytime: Stories & Crafts, ages 8 & under at 10:30 a.m.

Sept. 21: Cruising the Skies, Avoiding Turbulence with a Delta Airlines Meteorologist, all ages at 6:30 p.m.

Sept. 22: The Forces of Flight with Hill Aerospace Museum, ages 6 - 12 at 6 p.m.

Sept. 23: Utah Humanities Book Festival & Weber Book Links: Meet the Author, Christian McKay Heidicker, all ages at 7 p.m.

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Sept. 3: Football vs Farmington at 7 p.m.

Sept. 4: Girls Tennis mixed doubles tournament at 8 a.m. - 8:30 p.m.

Sept. 6: Labor Day Sept. 7: Boys Golf @ Remuda Golf Course at 2 p.m. - 7:30 p.m. | Girls Soccer @ Farmington at 3:30 p.m. | Girls Tennis vs. Syracuse at Weber at 3:30 p.m.

Sept. 9: Girls Soccer @ Syracuse at 3:30 p.m. | Girls Tennis vs. Layton at Weber at 3:30 p.m. | Volleyball @ Clearfield at 3:30 p.m.

Sept. 10: Football @ Syracuse at 7 p.m.

Sept. 14: Girls Soccer vs. Fremont @ Weber at 3:30 p.m. | Girls Tennis @ Davis at 3:30 p.m. | Volleyball vs.

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Sept. 15: Boys Golf @ Valley View Golf Course from 8 a.m. - 1 p.m.

Sept. 16: Girls Soccer @ Layton at 3:30

Sept. 17: Football @ Clearfield at 7 p.m.

Sept. 21: Girls Soccer vs. Davis @ Weber at 3:30 p.m. | Volleyball @ Davis at 3:30 p.m.

Sept. 23: Volleyball vs. Layton @ Weber at 3:30 p.m.

Sept. 8: Early Out Sept. 9: Softball Game vs. South Ogden @ Orion Sept. 10: Football Game @ Sandridge Sept. 14: Softball vs. Rocky Mountain @ Orion Sept. 16: Softball @ Sand Ridge Sept. 17: Football vs. Rocky Mountain @ Orion

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but she moved to Ogden in 1981. She raised her two children here and thought of them as sculptures when they were young to help her be patient in raising them.

Many of her sculptures are based upon her drawings from the Saturday community drawing sessions at Weber State University. These sessions were suspended due to the pandemic, but she is hopeful they will return soon.

“They have been very valuable to me.”

It gives local artists the opportunity to draw or paint a live model each week for minimal cost. While she was studying figure painting with Paul Davis, she felt the allotted three hours to draw a complete figure from a model was insufficient. He suggested she draw only the portion that moved her. Now, when she draws from a model, she looks for the most interesting shapes that have sculpture potential.

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Her journey to where she is today goes back to when she was a child. “Other children praised my drawings at a summer camp, and they began

Suzanne Storer’s sculpture, “Essential,” (right) won Best of Show in Ogden’s first Community Art Show, which ran from June through August at the Ogden Union Station. “Figurative Sculpture in high relief utilizes all the skills and interests I have to offer,” she said.

Suzanne grew up in Portland, Oregon,

calling me an artist.

That’s when I began thinking I was one.”

Submitting her work to various shows was instrumental in her journey. Her art was in the Oregon State Fair as a child. While at art school, she had her work in a national show, and later, her work was reviewed by Sculpture Review Magazine. She was also a semifinalist in the Smithsonian Portrait Competition in 2014.

“Ogden City and the Eccles Art Center have been developing and supporting local artists for years. I was very grateful to receive the award for Lifetime Contribution in The Arts. The city helped sponsor my relief assemblage, “Looking to The Future”, which is on the cafeteria wall at Lantern House.

To see more of her work, visit her website at suzannestorer.com.

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TWENTIETH ANNIVERSARY 2001-2021

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The North View Fire Department reflects on the terrorist attack on September 11th and how we have changed since then.

Deputy Chief Jeramiah Jones was on a church mission in Madrid Spain when one of his friends called and told him what happened. They rushed to find a TV. “We saw the images, and it was pretty harrowing. There was fear of the unknown, a feeling of not being safe, and a fear of going to war because of how many lives were lost that day.” He returned home shortly thereafter and described the country as totally united. “We’ve forgotten how we banded together. It was fresh on our minds, and everyone wanted to help and was empathetic. That seems to have faded through the years.”

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his career as a firefighter, there was an overwhelming sense of volunteerism. He said that the career path was very competitive, and the events on that day created that. “It instilled patriotism in a lot of our citizens… Those who are drawn to this career jump in and take control of situations.”

When it comes to fight or flight, firefighters have fight in them.

The events of that day reinforce the idea that they never know what type of call is going to come in, and they need to stay sharp. Jeremiah said helping people and being with them when they’re having an emergency is rewarding, because he gets to see that what they do make a difference.

However, sometimes they see people die, and they have to deal with the emotions and grief that come with that. “Sometimes, we do everything we can, and it doesn’t work out… In the last 10-12 years, we’ve seen a shift in the fire service.” He explained the mentality among firefighters used to be ‘if you’re not tough

“WE CAN’T BRING OUR LOVED ONES BACK. BUT PERHAPS IN TRIBUTE, WE CAN WORK TO REKINDLE THE SPIRIT OF UNITY THAT AROSE IN THE AFTERMATH OF THE ATTACKS.”

enough to handle it, you need to get out.’ “We’ve learned the hard way from 9/11. We didn’t know how to help people get through the trauma of situations like that.” Now they have resources to help firefighters process what they experience in a healthy way instead of suffering or turning to substance abuse.

Here are some memories a few North View Firefighters had of 9/11: Sam Barrett was in 7th grade at North Ogden Jr High, and his ex-air force shop teacher had the news on tv. “We watched the plane hit the second tower, and I think we were still in class when the first tower fell. With the teacher’s background, he was saying we were going to war because of this. I thought about that all day.”

Anthony Swenson was a junior in high school at North Ridge High, right outside HAFB. People were crying in the halls, and, initially, he thought there was just a higher level of normal high school drama that day. He and his friends didn’t know what was going on. Someone eventually told him what happened, and they watched the second plane crash into the second building. That made him realize it was more than just a plane crash. “We couldn’t get to school for the next couple days because they locked down HAFB, and we couldn’t get around the base because of traffic. A couple of my friends had trouble getting home onto base because it was completely locked

down. Some of them had no idea where their parents were. It was a weird couple of weeks.”

Brian Griffin said there were a lot of things that changed in the fire service because of what happened that day. In New York, they set up command in the foyer of the building that ended up collapsing. There is a national standard of command, and it affected everybody. “This was a situation our country had never encountered before, so there were certainly things to learn from for approaching future situations differently.”

What happened that day rocked America and seemed to evoke empathy in us as a nation. 9/11 Day is an organization that was formed after the attack, and they turned the anniversary into a national day of service. Cindy McGinty lost her husband in the attack and said, “We can’t bring our loved ones back.

But perhaps in tribute, we can work to rekindle the spirit of unity that arose in the aftermath of the attacks.” If you want to take action, visit serve911.org for details about participating in a local food drive, blood drive, 5k or 2k race fundraiser, or a service project.

You can also attend Weber Remembers 9/11 Project at the Weber County Fairgrounds. All the events are free. The exhibit is an interactive museum experience, which uses photo boards that were created to help visitors walk back in time. The time frame covers the late 1990s through the day of the terrorist attack and then into the response recovery time period. The North parking lot will have an exhibit of emergency and military vehicles, where you can take pictures and talk with the professionals. There will also be live local entertainers. They need 400 volunteers over the course of the three days, so if you’re interested in helping, visit majorbrenttaylor.com

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10 a.m.: Fairgrounds Exhibit Free

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4 p.m. - 8 p.m.:Fairgrounds Exhibit Free & Open to the Public @ Weber County Fairgrounds. This includes the 9/11 Project Immersive Museum, community service exhibitors, “Touch a Truck” parking lot exhibit, and live entertainment.

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12 p.m.: Firefighter Memorial Ceremony @ America’s

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This includes the 9/11 Project Immersive Museum, lot exhibit, and live entertainment.

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Nominees - Congratulations to those who were nominated Cameron Cook, BDO Manager and Leasing Ogden Business Depot Heather Bailey, Riverdale Walmart AFCU Branch Manager America First Credit Union Chris Petersen, Country music singer, song writer and performer Diehart Productions Bailey Lefthand, Marketing & Communications Director Ogden-Weber Chamber of Commerce Jami Furniss, Owner Moxie Weighted Blankets Elizabeth Najim, Museum Curator Syracuse Regional Museum Colton Lindsay, Real Estate Broker The WGR Real Estate Brokerage.

Dr. Justin Stevenson, Owner/D.C. Weber Spine and Joint Kassy Stegen, Office Manager, Operations, Financials Stegens Dr. Sequoia Earl, Owner/D.C. Simply Wellness Alexa Romeo, Owner/Occupational Therapist Solei Rehab Jasmine Manley My Mind and Body Collective Mandy Hillman, HR Director SymbolArts Chris Zenger, Owner Great Harvest Bread

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Chase White, Owner White Diamonds Dr. Haleigh Emerson, Physician Tanner Clinic Jesse R. Western, Owner Hearing Improvement Selene Rodriquez, HR Manager Capstone Nutrition Tim Jackson, President and CEO United Way Shawn Iverson, Owner The Insurance Center Lewis Decker Maintenance Technician, Weber County Kristy Pack, Owner Pack Tax

Josh Grow, Agent/Office Manager A Insurance Braeden Jones, Owner/ Manager Dallas Green Melissa Miller, Youth Council Supervisor Plain City Jeff Hadley, Owner/Operator Timberland Custom Cabinetry Bryson Grow, Owner/ Operator BRG Construction Courtney Hadley, MRI Technologist Mckay Dee Hospital MRI Technologist Jordan Holmes, Owner/ Operator Rock Hard Construction Angie- Angie's, Owner/ Operator Kinder Academy

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IN THIS ISSUE, we are excited to present to you a group of community influencers. If you are internet savvy, that term has become more and more ubiquitous as brands the world over seek to get positive impact from an internet “influencer.” If you are less inclined to spend time on social media, this term might be less familiar. The way we define it is the people in our community who have a positive influence over others through their leadership, success, and desire to give back. These members of our community have been nominated by their peers as outstanding performers and leaders. Some are up-andcoming rising stars, and others are long established authorities.

The thing we have found as we have the unique opportunity to get to know both community and business influencers is that, among these folks, there is a sincere desire to do good. These spotlights have highlighted that desire in many of these influencers, from the choices people make regarding what they will do for work to the extra ways people give back and make an effort to make our community better.

Lo c a l Fea t ur e Master Electrical Service

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hen JD Casperson started as an electrician with Master Electrical Service, there were only three other guys on the team. Now, after 15 years, he’s a sales manager, and there are almost 50 employees. From small jobs to sudden emergencies, they’re the reliable local solution. They now provide electrical, HVAC, and duct cleaning services.

Master Electrical focuses on providing high quality customer service, which is something that a lot of companies

forget. There is more to running a company than just doing electrical work. When someone calls, they answer the phone and then show up on time. JD trains his team to improve their electrical skills, on how to help clients, and how to best provide quality service. He makes sure they all know to do the job for the straightforward price they quoted. However, according to him, they’re great workers who are easy to manage.

In his free time, JD and his family ride and train horses for mounted shooting competitions.

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Lo c a l Fea t ur e The Insurance Center

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Shawn Iverson

hawn Iverson has been a lifetime resident of Weber County and heavily involved in community events.

Shawn is passionate about his family, church, insurance, and helping kids achieve their goals. Over the past 25 years, Shawn has influenced hundreds of youths through Boy Scouts, coaching baseball and soccer, church groups, and talking with kids’ friends.

His positive attitude is contagious.

The team at The Insurance Center has taken on his culture with a friendly, professional smile and optimistic approach to ensure everyone has a memorable customer experience.

Shawn started his insurance career in

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1993, in Logan, UT. In 2020, The Insurance Center moved the corporate location from downtown Ogden to Farr West.

The Insurance Center is an independent insurance agency that helps clients with ALL types of insurance. The personal lines team takes care of home, auto, umbrella, flood, and earthquake. The commercial lines team assists with risk management for liability, property, work comp, bonding, and commercial auto. The benefits team helps with life, health, and Medicare.

The Insurance Center is your local one-stop-shop for ALL your insurance needs. Reach out to The Insurance Center; watch them serve you as they have served in the communities in which they live.

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Lo c a l Fea t ur e Rocky Mountain Dermatology

Dr. Marc Mitton

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r. Marc Mitton was born and raised in North Ogden, where he met and married his high school sweetheart. While attending medical school, he was diagnosed with melanoma. Having such a personal experience with skin cancer inspired him to do a medical rotation in dermatology. After only a few days, Dr. Mitton knew he had found the right field. The breadth, complexity, and visual nature of medical dermatology, combined with the opportunity to utilize his

Having such a personal experience with skin cancer inspired him to do a medical rotation in dermatology.

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surgical skills to remove potentially harmful skin cancer, are just a few of the reasons he fell in love with his work.

After finishing his residency in July of this year, Dr. Mitton returned to Weber County with his wife and two kids to join the team at Rocky Mountain Dermatology.

When asked about his decision to join Rocky Mountain Dermatology, Dr. Mitton responded that the first thing that struck him about Rocky Mountain was how patientfocused the practice was. The staff at each office are skilled and compassionate and help to make each visit ideal, with special time and attention dedicated to addressing patient concerns. You can schedule appointments with Dr. Mitton at Rocky Mountain Dermatology's Washington Terrace, Marriott-Slaterville, or Brigham City locations.

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Lo c a l Fea t ur e Pack Tax

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risty Pack is creating a work environment that is not only family-friendly, but friendly to mothers balancing careers and families. When Kristy had her first baby seven years ago, she approached her employer, hoping he would allow her to bring her baby and a nanny to work with her. “I was willing to work long hours and do an excellent job,” but he didn’t budge on hours or flexibility.

Her second baby was born on a Tuesday during peak tax season, and

Her business was built to serve her family, her employees and their families, and her clients’ families.

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she was back working that same Thursday. After the birth of her third child in 2018, she left her job at a traditional CPA firm and started her own company.

Her business was built to serve her family, her employees and their families, and her clients’ families.

At her old job, kids weren’t allowed, and the formal atmosphere made it even more difficult when the parents didn’t have any other option. At Pack Tax, clients are always welcome to bring their kids with them to appointments. “We have a special kids’ room with toys and movies... Our office also provides snacks and drinks for anyone who comes in. We love families, and we know that it’s not always easy to get a babysitter.”

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Lo c a l Fea t ur e Great Harvest Bread

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Chris Zenger

hris Zenger has made his mark in Ogden for the past 15 years as the Great Harvest Bread owner. Chris was attracted to Great Harvest not only because of his upbringing in the homestyle bakery, but also because of the phenomenal breads and sense of community. Great Harvest was founded on these principles, and you’ll see them in the fresh breads made from five simple ingredients and with no preservatives or high fructose corn sweetener. Chris loves the home-made true flavor of Honey Whole Wheat.

Chris has successfully run this thriving energetic business on Historic 25th by instilling his creative, innovative, and energetic personality, especially

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during the COVID shutdown in 2020. He created a way to deliver bread and products to many who were working from home. He also reopened his North Ogden satellite in the Marketplace Plaza during COVID times. With donated ingredients, volunteers, and monetary contributions, Chris provided over 900 loaves in May and June of 2020 to those in need. His love for community also shows in many other annual donations through events, programs, and the Ogden and Huntsville Marathons.

He welcomes guests with an energetic friendly smile, wearing his trademark colorful bandanas, and has made many life-long friends between the historic brick walls in downtown Ogden. Chris is proud to support his wife, Susie, and three beautiful daughters with the dough he makes at his home away from home.

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Lo c a l Fea t ur e JS ProFinish

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ablo Padilla has over twenty years of experience in construction and remodeling, he founded his own company, JS ProFinish, three years ago. His goal is to make our community more beautiful and stylish one home at a time. Pablo loves to be active in the community. He also loves the sport of boxing and is passionate about coaching kids to improve their skills.

At JS ProFinish, their focus is on remodeling, finishing basements, or giving your home a facelift by updating doors, molding, and trim. “These details can completely transform the look of your home,” Pablo says. His attention to detail and commitment to use only excellent quality supplies

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have given him a reputation for getting the job done right.

Pablo wants his clients to enjoy the wow-factor “just like on a remodeling TV show.” He holds his team to a high standard for excellent work, and he wants to make sure everything looks great and lasts a long time. “The quality of paint you choose can make a big difference in how well your new surface looks and in its durability.” He prefers to work with homeowners who love their homes and want to enjoy quality finishes for years to come.

Many people want to try doing the work themselves, but if you’ve tried and failed or if getting instructions from YouTube didn’t work out, you can call Pablo and ask for help.

JS ProFinish won the Remodeler of the Year Award for 2020 and 2021. They also won Painter of the Year for 2021.

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he White family has been providing designer and custom jewelry to North Ogden and Pleasant View for 16 years.

The business was started by Craig White, who has over 42 years of experience working with fine jewelry. He and his son, Chase, are both excellent sources of expert advice.

Chase lives in Pleasant View with his wife and four amazing, energetic kids.

At White Diamonds, Craig and Chase focus on keeping overhead low by not maintaining inventory. They have over 500 designer replicas to look at, or for that truly one-of-a-kind look, custom designing is a route many customers choose. This allows the freedom for

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customers to select a diamond and setting that works for them. They can choose the style, size, cut, and price range.

Not having inventory means the business has no obligation to sell a certain piece of jewelry, and they can make sure each client gets exactly what they want. They can work within whatever budget you need.

Each client receives a personal appointment, where Chase and Craig take the time to give them all the information they need to make an informed decision. Diamonds and other gemstones have many factors that affect their value; it’s vital to work with someone knowledgeable and experienced.

“We take the responsibility of being your personal jeweler very seriously,” Chase says. “We want to be here to help any time you have questions, or to help with future life celebrations.”

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The Thrill of Thrifting

BY RACHEL LONG & CAMRYN SPELTS

Long-time thrift-shopper,

17-year-old Camryn Spelts, will be leaving soon for her first semester at BYU Hawaii. Spelts first began thrift store shopping to save money and because clothes, especially jeans, have not always fit properly. “The stores don’t always sell what is the correct size for every body type, and it can be expensive,” she says, “Saving money through making my own clothes has become a blessing.” Spelts adds, “I can go to DI, Goodwill, or Savers and buy 10 pairs of jeans for the price of one pair from PacSun or American Eagle.”

Spelts has been thrifting for about eight years now. She says, “I have always loved clothes, but growing up, I never loved the store’s clothes, and I never matched the perfect length or width of sizes.”

So, Spelts took matters, including jeans, into her own hands. “I would hand-sew them, and it would take hours, but I slowly got really good at fixing them.”

As with most things, practice makes perfect. Spelts explains, “I started to make my technique less noticeably ‘taken-in’ and my collection of jeans and shorts that fit me perfectly began to grow. My parents got me a sewing machine, and the process has become so much faster, thanks to them.”

A relative newcomer to the thriftshop experience, seventh grader, Rachel Long, says, “Shopping at thrift stores is not only a good way to save money, it’s a fun way to express yourself through fashion.” She adds, “I love thrifting. I like that I am upcycling something so that it doesn’t end up in the landfill.”

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Rachel Long and Camryn Spelts (right) both enjoy the treasure hunt and savings from thrift store shopping. Camryn sews the jeans she buys to a custom fit. "I never matched the perfect length or width of sizes."

Long, like Spelts, says she often cuts and frays hems of jeans or adds holes to make jeans fit her style. “I look for the potential in clothes. I say my aesthetic is sort of funky-alt; my mom says it has a 90s grunge vibe. I have a budget, so thrift store shopping is a fun, creative way to save money and make secondhand clothes work for me,” she says.

For Long, the process is like a treasure hunt. “I go through a thrift store; I find something I like, and then I’ll move on to build an outfit based on that piece.” Long says she looks for unique finds and wardrobe basics, then adds her own flair. “I found a cool jacket in the men’s section at Savers,” she says. “Don’t be afraid to look around and make the clothes your own.”

Both Spelts and Long agree that thrifting takes patience, but they promise, with a little searching, anyone can find cute clothes and save money in the process.

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Your tenant may be on the hook for the costs associated with the bite, but your reputation for providing a safe living environment is at risk, and you could have some financial liability. This is where your liability insurance may come into play.

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I have heard and participated in many situations where the state takes custody of children when their parents pass away. Usually, the parents pass away unexpectedly if the children are still minors. Even in cases where there are other willing family members, the state will take custody of the children until the extended family can petition the court for guardianship. If guardians have not been provided, it is also likely that a probate process will be required for the assets because no documents have been put in place. Losing a parent is emotionally challenging enough without having to wait for the courts to order the children back with extended family members.

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The King of the Grill

BY JEFF SPENCER

While burgers, dogs, brats, and chicken occupy most grills through the summer, the undisputed “King of the Grill” is the steak for most backyard chefs.

While I’ve never been known to turn down any good cut of meat, my favorite steak is a ribeye. Literally cut from the same piece that is used for prime rib, the ribeye steak is full of juicy flavor that, in my opinion, is unmatched by any other steak. A good steak properly cooked doesn’t require steak sauce or anything else to satisfy my taste buds.

I seldom season with anything but salt and pepper. As a spice snob, I feel only fresh-cracked pepper from a mill and good quality sea salt will do.

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Salt (sea salt or Real Salt from Redmond Utah; these salts require less amounts and bring more flavor) Fresh-cracked black pepper or the seasoning of your choice Set grill to 250 degrees for first part of cook.

Cook steaks at 250 for 45-60 minutes.

If your grill will reach at least 500 degrees, crank it up; if not, a cast iron pan or griddle in oven or on stove top will do.

Cook at 500 degrees, flipping once, to desired temp.

The latest technique for this delicious piece of meat is the reverse sear: a simple process where the steak is typically smoked at low temperature to infuse incredible flavor and then seared at high temperature to finish and add that crust most folks associate The most important key to a steak with grilled steak, unlike the typical cooked to perfection is use of a quality method where high heat is used temperature probe or thermometer, the entire time. The advantage to a as mentioned before. Always cook to reverse seared steak is flavor from the temp, not to time. smoke and better control of the finish temperature on the steak. Achieving If you haven’t tried the reverse sear on the perfect finish temperature on your steak, give it a try. You might just a steak is a challenge that many have a new favorite technique.

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9/11 Project immersive museum, community service exhibitors, “Touch a Truck” parking lot exhibit, and live entertainment.

SUNRISE FIRE MEMORIAL CEREMONY @ ROY FIRE STATION NO. 31

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DUTCH OVEN FAVORITES Whether camping or at home, this wonder pot can be used to make a variety of dishes. We have some tried-and-true ones for you to try!

What is it?

A Dutch oven is a thickwalled, lidded pot made with seasoned cast iron.

This type of sturdy cooking vessel has been used for centuries to slow-cook soups, stews, sauces, and breads. Dutch ovens come in cast iron, enameled, aluminum, and ceramic varieties.

Triple Berry Cobbler Recipe

BY CRYSTAL RAPPLEYE

8 cups fresh mixed berries (strawberries, Blackberries, Raspberries) ½ cup sugar 1 white cake mix 1 can lemon lime soda

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1 stick butter Heat oven to 375. Rinse berries. Slice strawberries.

Toss with sugar. Pour berries into a 15" dutch oven.

Dump cake mix on top. Pour can of soda over the cake mix. Do not stir. Slice butter into 8 even pieces and place on top. Bake for 35-45 minutes. Optional: serve with whipped cream or ice cream.

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Dutch Oven Mountain Dew Chicken Recipe adapted from www.dutchovendude.com.

If your oven hasn’t been calibrated lately, or your roast is on the smaller side, check for doneness at 5-6 hours. Each oven and each roast size vary. More marbling i.e., less meat, could cook quicker. The roast should fall apart when tested with a fork.

BY KRISTINA CASE

This recipe has been modified to cook on the grill instead of the traditional way with charcoal, so you can enjoy it when you’re not camping. It’s one of my kids’ favorite Dutch oven recipes!

1 lb. bacon 1 gallon Zip-loc bag with 1 cup flour & 2 tbsp. Lawry’s 4 chicken breasts, cut in half 4 potatoes, diced 1 bag baby carrots 1 large onion, chopped 1 can Mountain Dew soda ½ cup shredded cheddar cheese Preheat 12-inch Dutch oven by placing on pre-heated grill at 400 degrees for 10 minutes. Chop bacon into 1" pieces and add to Dutch oven, then chop onions and add to bacon. Cook until onions are soft and bacon is crispy. Shake chicken breasts in baggie of flour to coat; cook in bacon grease to brown, about 5 minutes, turning a couple times. Add carrots, potatoes, and Mountain Dew, and cook about an hour with lid on. Move chicken to top and sprinkle cheese over the chicken. Cook an additional 10 to 15 minutes.

Traditional Dutch oven cooking method: Cover with lid and cook at 350 degrees for 45 minutes with ¾ of coals on lid.

Kendal's Dutch Oven Pot Roast

BY KENDAL JENSEN

This recipe can be made in a traditional Dutch oven or an enamled cast iron cooking pot.

3 lbs. beef chuck roast 1 packet dry ranch dressing mix 4 cups of beef stock or 1 Tbsp of beef base (I prefer Minor’s) with 4 cups of hot water 2 yellow onions, cut into chunks 2 Tbsp minced garlic 1 stick of salted butter 2 cups of carrots, cut into chunks 3 cups of russet or red potatoes, cut into chunks I use some salt and pepper and a little oil for searing.

Season roast liberally with salt and pepper on all sides, rubbing seasoning into the meat. Put Dutch oven on the stove and heat about 2 tablespoons of olive oil. Sear roast on all sides in olive oil until golden brown. Deglaze Dutch oven with beef stock. Put roast, carrots, potatoes, onions, and garlic in Dutch oven with roast. Sprinkle dry ranch seasoning over roast. Place the cube of butter on top of the roast. Replace the Dutch oven lid and put it in an oven. You can bake it as low as 200 degrees F for 8 hours.

If you’d like to cook it faster, you can roast it at 300 degrees F for 4-5 hours.

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Spaghetti Squash Casserole Adapted from Lillie Eats and Tells

BY HAILEY MINTON

1 medium to large spaghetti squash ½ medium onion diced 1 lb. lean ground turkey 1-2 tsp salt ½ tsp pepper 2 tsp Italian seasoning 1 tsp garlic powder 1 14.5-oz can of diced or stewed tomatoes 5 cloves garlic 2-3 cups fresh spinach, roughly chopped 2 cups (or more!) of cauliflower cream sauce or marinara sauce ¼ cup fresh basil, chopped 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese Cut spaghetti squash in half lengthwise, scoop out seeds, drizzle with olive oil, sprinkle a touch of salt, and bake in a preheated oven of 400 degrees for 40 minutes. While the squash is baking, heat a large pan with oil and add onions and salt. Cook until tender. Add ground turkey and salt, pepper, Italian seasoning, and garlic powder. Add tomatoes and the 5 cloves of garlic and cook for 3 minutes. Add spinach and cook until wilted. When the squash is baked and has cooled a bit, scoop the squash into a Dutch oven and add the meat mixture, sauce, and chopped basil. Mix thoroughly and smooth the top when you’re finished.

Top with the cheese, place the lid on top, and bake in your oven at 350 degrees for 15 - 20 minutes.

Cauliflower Cream Sauce 8 cloves garlic, minced 1 Tbsp butter 5-6 cups cauliflower florets (about 1 ½ heads) 1 cup chicken stock 1 tsp salt ½ tsp pepper ½ cup milk Steam the cauliflower 7-10 minutes or until tender.

Sauté butter and garlic in a small pan. Transfer cauliflower, the butter and garlic mixture, salt, pepper, and milk to a blender. Blend until smooth.

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