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September 2017
CANNING THE HARVEST
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The tradition of preserving your garden bounty RECIPES
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End of summer: grilling and using up garden tomatoes
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PHOTOGRAPHY
Tips and tricks for taking photos like the pros
FAMILY PROMISE: An organization helping families that are homeless
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FROM THE MAYOR
Mayor's Message Happy Retirement Chief Kevin!
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After 41 years of dedicated service to North Ogden City, Chief Kevin Warren retired on Aug 31st, 2017. As of the deadline for publication, we are working hard to find a suitable replacement. We have many talented applicants, and no matter who is chosen, they will have big shoes to fill. Chief Warren completed his entire professional career at North Ogden City, starting briefly in Public Works Thank you for before finding his true calling in the serving our North Ogden Police Department. community! Chief Warren has served as Chief for 4 years, after Chief Polo Afuvai retired after many dedicated years of service. During Chief Warren’s tenure, NOPD has made some very significant accomplishments, including: being one of the first Clockwise: Chief Kevin cities in the state to implement body-worn cameras for all officers, with Santa and delivering implementation of our first K-9 officer, and the successful launch presents for "Sub for of our Youth Court. Chief Warren also implemented “Coffee with a Santa' program, and with his newborn daughter Cop” and the annual “Skate Park BBQ w/NOPD,” as efforts to reach Lindsay in 1982. out to the community and maintain open lines of communication and mutual respect. During his tenure NOPD also led efforts to improve services for North Ogden citizens by installing a “Safe Exchange Zone” in front of the police station, and by increasing the number of police officers in the city. A tribute to the work of Chief Warren and our awesome police officers was North Ogden being ranked the “8th Safest City in Utah” for 2016. Chief Warren has been a tireless advocate for professionalism and discipline by our officers, and has set and maintained high standards and expectations. He has led by example and been a consummate professional himself. His presentations to myself and the City Council have always been professional, accurate, and detailed. Chief Warren has a big heart and really cares about the people of North Ogden. He has improved and expanded the NOPD Charity Golf Tournament and the annual Sub for Santa program. Chief Warren has given his entire professional life to serving our community, and on behalf of a grateful city I say: “Thank you and well done Chief!” We wish you and your wonderful spouse Peggy the very best in retirement! Brent Taylor, Mayor of North Ogden
Stay connected! The city's website has information on every department in the city and the Mayor's facebook page has fun updates on events and other local interest.
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table of contents SEPTEMBER ISSUE
CITY NEWS
28 Youth Council Pioneer Days Parade
3 Mayor's Letter 6-8 City Updates 9 City Directory
FOOD
CONTESTS 12 Monthly Contest
COMMUNITY 13 10 16 17 21 22 25
2017
Photography Tips + Tricks Calendar of Events Announcements Students of the Month Outdoors A Gaggle of Geese History The Old Weber High Pets Riot 25 Awareness Family Promises
29 End of Summer Recipes The H#?? Burger, El Matador Salsa
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BUSINESS
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30 Business Spotlight Rockwood Optometry 31 Advice How to Build Uncommon Relationships
HOME 32 Gina Gonzalez- PowerHouse Real Estate 33 Heiner's Insurance Center
OUTSIDE
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34 Recreation Family Friendly Hike On our Cover Photography Tips + Tricks page 13
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Canning the Harvest page 16 Family Promises-an organization helping homeless families- page 25 End of Summer Recipes page 29
Weber High school built in 1927. For more history, see page 22.
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Fall starts September 22nd! Time for cooler days, fresh apples and pumpkin farms! Enjoy the last days of summer!
EDITORS PAGE
LETTER
from the Editor Routines There is something about having a routine. Waking up at the same time in the mornings, exercising, praying, reading or whatever it is you do … having routines is comforting. The kids are back in school and although we already miss the fun and the freedom of summer, it is nice to get back in the groove again. Even though our kids all complain endlessly about going back to school, even they are happier when the routines of our lives get back to the norm. This month we have some great articles on canning, skeins of geese and pro tips on how to take great photographs.
Don’t forget to enter your photos in the contest on our Facebook page.
Pictured below are the current top 4 photographs in the contest as of August 15th. You can still enter your photo into the contest and vote daily through September 15th. Good luck! Ryan Spelts Publisher & Owner
Ryan & Melissa Spelts
PUBLISHER Ryan Spelts GRAPHIC DESIGN Kristina Case COMMUNITY CONTRIBUTORS Melissa Spletls Marjean Jolley Shae & Nick Memmott Phillip Swanson Naomi Elmer Chris Mertz Gina Gonzalez EDITING Carolyn White
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The top four photographs from Aug. 15th!
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CITY NEWS
UPDATES
City of North Ogden Updates Geocaching in North Ogden Have you ever seen an individual or a small group of people walking around a pile of rocks or along a fence line trying to look like they are doing nothing?They might be geocachers. Geocaching is a world-wide activity with over 5 million people involved using global-position satellites and hand-held devices to locate a cache (a container of various sizes). Within a ten-mile radius of North Ogden there are over 1,000 different types and sizes of caches.
Community Question Corner BY JON CALL, CITY ATTORNEY/ADMINISTRATOR
Question: Are there rules against certain activities in parks? Answer: The City has several rules related to park activities. Most of the rules are posted at the parks, but there are several rules which are universally enforced. Some of the most common violations we see are 1) Parks are open from 6 am to 10 pm. Nobody should be in the parks after 10 pm for any reason. 2) Injuring grass and plants. Nobody should be injuring the grass, trees, and shrubs in the parks. Specifically, we are seeing an increase in the number of people using the parks for slip and slides or bounce houses which burn the grass beneath them. Typically the damage doesn’t show up for till at least 24 hours have gone by, but it is very clear exactly what caused the damage as the grass begins to die. 3) Vandalism. We have also seen an increase in the vandalism in the parks lately. Often times this occurs after hours, but we also want to remind our residents that the park benches and tables are not supposed to be scratched or written on. Also, Slip and slide damage the bathrooms are extremely expensive to repair when fixtures are broken because of misuse. This recurring section of the magazine will be devoted to answering common questions by residents and businesses in our community. If you have questions about proper procedures, city code, building permits, community events, how-to's, or other city related questions, please send an email to jcall@nogden.org.
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Cache In - Trash Out In order to introduce more people to this exciting activity. The North Ogden Parks, Trails and Open Lands committee and the city recreation department will sponsor a geocaching event at Oaklawn Park (North 41 18.145 West 111 56.584) on September 16, 2017 between 9:00 am to 10:30 am. There will be a display to help those new to this activity learn more and get started. We will also have a trackable geo-coin for sale.
Trim Your Trees...Please! The Public Works Department, City Forester and Code Enforcement Official would like to draw your attention to the trees in your yard that overhang the curb and gutter and ask that you trim those to a minimum height of nine feet (9’) above the curb and gutter so they do not overhang onto the roadway. Beginning in October, city employees will be around the city trimming those trees that have not been trimmed. The trimming done by the city will be for functionality and may not be aesthetically pleasing. Residents are asked to comply with the requested trimmings for the best results. The green waste facility is open for the disposal of your trimmings on Mondays and Wednesdays from 3pm to 6pm and Saturdays 9am to 2pm. Purchase a punch pass at the city office during business hours. We greatly appreciate your cooperation. City Code 11-8D-5-A2: “Landscaping materials shall be contained so as not to spill into the public right of way.” City Code 11-8D-5-A3: “…trees in the park strip shall have a minimum height of seven feet (7’) for the lowest branches of the tree when they extend above the curb or sidewalk.” City Code 11-8D-5-A4: “Any damage to city property created by vegetation will be the responsibility of the property owner.” City Code 11-10-11-A: “…no fence, hedge, or other similar structure shall be erected in any required front yard of a lot to a height in excess of three and one-half feet (3.5’).
CITY NEWS
UPDATES
Employee of the Month
Justin Rasmussen Justin has been selected as the employee of the month for September. Justin is the Assistant Park Supervisor/Irrigation Specialist in the Parks Department. His positive attitude is contagious and he always wears a smile. With over 18 years of park and cemetery maintenance, Justin is very skilled at what he does and has a vast knowledge of sprinkler maintenance and repair. He takes care of over 3,600 sprinkler heads in our city parks. Justin is quick to complete tasks that he is assigned and is constantly looking for ways to help our department improve. Justin is always going the extra mile and stayed extra hours working Cherry Days to help make sure everything went smoothly. We are lucky to have him on our team.
Service Request Did you know you are one click from service? If you have a request for service (pothole, sign down, garbage can repairs, etc) visit www.northogdencity.com and click on “Service Request,� fill in the blanks and your request is on its way to us.
City Council Meetings The Mayor and Council welcome your input and attendance at the council meetings held the first four Tuesdays of every month starting at 6pm. (Not held on the 5th Tuesday of the month, if applicable) Check www.northogdencity.com for changes. Work sessions are held as needed on the first Tuesday of each month.
Flood Zones
Questions regarding flood zones should be directed to Gary Kerr, Building Official at 801-737-2214. 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 page 9 for department contacts.
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CITY NEWS
UPDATES
Please watch out for pedestrians! SAFETY TIPS FOR DRIVERS • Slow down and use caution in residential areas, around schools, playgrounds, parks, or other areas where children and pedestrians are common. • If a vehicle has stopped at a crosswalk (either marked or unmarked), all vehicles must also stop to allow a pedestrian to cross. • Drivers must yield the right-of-way to pedestrians crossing at intersections (a crosswalk exists at every intersection regardless of whether or not it is painted) or in any other marked crosswalk. • When exiting a parking lot or driveway, stop before the sidewalk and yield the right-of-way to any pedestrians on the sidewalk before crossing over the sidewalk. • Vehicles making a left or right turn on a green light must yield the right-of-way to any pedestrian in a marked or unmarked crosswalk within the intersection. • When turning right on a red light, come to a complete stop and look to the right for pedestrians crossing the street in front of your vehicle.
SAFETY
Drivers-make sure to slow down in school zones!
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here has been a recent public service announcement on the radio in which, after a pedestrian is hit by a car, the pedestrian and a driver each attempt to attach blame by asking why the other person wasn’t more attentive. The truth is we all need to be watching out for each other. Motorists, please use caution, especially near parks, schools, school zones, and other areas where children are likely to be present. Pedestrians also need to use caution when they are in or near the roadway. Remember, having the right-of-way when crossing the street, even in a marked crosswalk, does not prevent injuries. Also, just as texting and driving is dangerous, texting and walking, especially when on or near the roadway, when the pedestrian should be watching out for traffic, is also dangerous. The following tips are from the Utah Department of Health’s Violence and Injury Prevention Program.
• Vehicles must stop at the “stop line” in front of a crosswalk, and not in the crosswalk. SAFETY TIPS FOR PEDESTRIANS • Always look left-right-left before crossing any street and continue to look for vehicles as you cross. • Do not stand in the street while waiting to cross. • Just because you are using a crosswalk, does not mean that a driver will see or even stop for you. • When crossing at a marked crosswalk, push the pedestrian signal button. It will give you more time before the traffic light turns green. • If a sidewalk exists, use it. If there is no sidewalk, walk facing traffic along the shoulder of the roadway. • If crossing a road with several lanes and a vehicle in the closest lane has stopped to allow you to cross, make sure vehicles in other lanes see you and stop for you as well before proceeding. • Look out for vehicles entering or exiting a parking lot or driveway. • Dress to be seen. Brightly colored clothing may make you a little more visible to drivers during daylight hours, but during nighttime hours, bright and even white clothing does little to enhance your visibility to drivers. Instead, wear reflective clothing and carry a flashlight.
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CITY NEWS
CITY DIRECTORY Grand opening is scheduled for October!
Key Community Contacts Mayor: Brent Taylor - 801-513-6163 btaylor@nogden.org Council Members: Lynn Satterthwaite - 801-721-6521 lsatterthwaite@nogden.org Cheryl Stoker - 801-782-9302 cstoker@nogden.org Phillip Swanson - 801-940-2111 pswanson@nogden.org Carl Turner - 801-737-0398 cturner@nogden.org
Coming soon:
NEW SKATE PARK! If you have visited North Ogden Park lately, you might have noticed that there is a large hole where the volleyball courts used to be. As part of the expansion of the library, Weber County has agreed to relocate the skate park for the many people who enjoy and use it. The skating components that were at the original skate park have been relocated to North Ogden Park. In the coming weeks there will be a lot of movement at the park while the new cement pad is poured and the pieces are put back in place. The pieces used to have a steel "toe" or transition plate, and that has been cut off in order to sink them into the new concrete to create a more smooth transition for riders. In addition to moving the existing components and making the park flow better, the City will be adding an additional ramp, grind rail, A-frame and the components needed to complete the bowl. The final design (see image above) was approved August 15th by the City Council. The components will be cleaned up, painted, and any existing holes will be filled so that they look great and are safer for riders. We are looking forward to our new and improved skate park, and hope to have it completed and ready for a grand opening at the end of October.
Jim Urry - 801-668-1928 jurry@nogden.com City Hall: 801-782-7211 Planning Director:
801-737-2220 Rob Scott - rscott@nogden.org
City Recorder/ H.R. Director: 801-737-9830 Annette Spendlove - aspend@nogden.org Building:
801-737-2213 Gary Kerr - gkerr@nogden.org
Police:
Business 801-782-7219 Dispatch 801-629-8221 Emergency 911 Chief Kevin Warren - kwarren@nogden.org Paul Rhoades - prhoades@nogden.org
Public Works Director: 801-782-8111 David Espinoza - despinoza@nogden.org Shelly Robison - srobison@nogden.org Parks & Recreation: 801-737-0587 Tiffany Staheli - tstaheli@nogden.org Becca Godfrey - bgodfrey@nogden.org Jesse Felter - jfelter@nogden.org Nigil Bailey - nbailey@nogden.org City Admin./ City Attorney: Jon Call - jcall@nogden.org Senior Center: 801-782-6211 NORTH OGDEN CONNECTION //September 2017 9
COMMUNITY
EVENTS
Calendar of Events
Community and Senior Events for September Sept 2 Senior Center - Game Day @10:00 AM
Weber - Swimming Parent Meeting @ 7 PM
Sept 4 NOJH- No School - Labor Day Weber- No School - Labor Day MMA - No School - Labor Day Senior Center - Closed - Labor Day
Sept 13 NOJH - Late Start @ 9 AM Senior Center - Foot Clinic @ 10 AM Weber - Boys Golf @ Glen Eagle @ 1 PM - 6 PM Weber - X Country Meet at TBA @ 3:30 PM - 5 PM
Sept 5 Weber - Girls Soccer at Clearfield @ 3:30 Weber - Volleyball at Layton @ 5 PM Sept 6 Weber - X Country Region Meet Sept 7 MMA - Back to School Night Weber - Boys Golf at Ben Lomond GC @ 1 PM - 6 PM NOJH - Softball Roy at NOJH @ 3:00 PM Orion - Softball - Rocky Mountain at Orion @ 3 PM Weber - Girls Soccer - Davis at Weber @ 3:30 PM Weber - Girls Tennis at Layton @ 3:30 PM Senior Center - Piano Gallery at 5:30 PM Sept 8 NOJH - Football Roy at NOJH @ 3:00 PM Weber - Football at Northridge @ 7 PM Orion - Football - Orion at T.H. Bell @ 3 PM Sept 11 Senior Center - Computer Lab @ 1:00 PM - Teacher is available Sept 12 Senior Center - Blood Pressure @ 11 AM NOJH - Softball at Rocky @ 3:00 PM Weber - Girls Soccer at Layton @ 3:30 PM Weber - Girls Tennis - Davis at Weber @ 3:30 PM Weber - Volleyball - Davis @ Weber @ 5 PM
Sept 14 NOJH - Softball Orion at NOJH @ 3:00 PM Orion - Softball - Orion at North Ogden @ 3 PM Weber - Girls Soccer - Fremont at Weber @ 3:30 PM Weber - Girls Tennis at Northridge @ 3:30 PM Senior Center - Free Legal Advice @ 4:00 PM Call & Sign up (801) 782-6211 Weber - Volleyball at Clearfield @ 5 PM Senior Center - Chat & Chew @ 5:30 PM Sept 15 NOJH - Football at South Ogden Jr. @ 3:00 PM Orion - Football - Sand Ridge at Orion @ 3 PM Weber - Football - Viewmont @ Weber (Homecoming) Sept 16 Senior Center - Randy Burgess (Dance & Potluck) @ 7:00 PM Weber - Homecoming Dance @ 8 PM Sept 18 Senior Center - Computer Lab @ 1:00 PM - Teacher is available
Sept 22 MMA - Early Release @ 1 PM NOJH - Football - Sand Ridge at NOJH @ 3:00 PM Orion - Football - Orion at Wahlquist @ 3 PM Weber - Football - Syracuse at Weber @ 7 PM Sept 25 Weber - Boys Region Golf Tournament at Eagle Man Weber - Girls Region Tennis Tournament at OHS/Mtn. Ogden Senior Center - Computer Lab @ 1:00 PM - Teacher is available
Sept 26 Weber - Boys Golf - Region Weber Tournament at Eagle Mtn. Homecoming Weber - Girls Tennis - Region Dance is Sept Tournament at OHS/Mt. Ogden Orion - Softball - South Ogden 16 @ 8pm at Orion @ 3 PM Weber - Volleyball - Northridge at Weber @ 5 PM
Sept 19 Orion - Softball - Wahlquist at Orion @ 3 PM Weber - Girls Soccer - Northridge at Weber @ 3:30 PM Weber - Volleyball - Fremont at Weber @ 5 PM Sept 20 Senior Center - Foot Clinic @ 10 AM Weber - X Country Region Meet @ 3:30 PM
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Sept 21 Weber - Boys Golf at the Barn @ 2 PM 7 PM Orion - Softball at T.H. Bell @ 3 PM NOJH - Softball at Wahlquist @ 3:00 PM Senior Center - Health Fair @ 3:00-5:00 PM - Flu shots (also available on October 10th @ 10), Free screenings, information on health issues, door prizes and fun! Weber - Girls Soccer at Syracuse @ 3:30 PM Weber - Volleyball at Syracuse @ 5 PM Senior Center - Bingo @ 5:30 PM
Sept 27 NOJH - PTC’s Early Out - 12:30 PM Weber - X Country Region Meet @ 3:30 PM Weber - Parent Teacher Conferences Sept 28 Senior Center - Blood Pressure @ 11 AM Senior Center - Grief Class @ 2:30 PM Orion - Softball - Orion at Snowcrest @ 3 PM Weber - Girls Soccer - Clearfield at Weber @ 3:30 PM
Senior Center - George D. Anderson @ 5:30 PM Sept 29 NOJH - Football NOJH at TH Bell @ 3:00 PM Orion - Football - Roy at Orion @ 3 PM Weber - Football - Davis at Weber @ 7 PM
Senior Center Activities and Programs Monday 8:30 AM - Ceramics (Quilt tying as requested) 12:30 PM - Pinochle 1:00 PM - Knitting/Crocheting 2:00 PM - Tap Dancing
Tuesday 9:30 AM - Art 10:00 AM - Line Dancing 12:30 PM - Mah Jong 12:30 PM - Weight Lifting (Strength Exercises) Wednesday 9:00 AM - Wood Carving
9:00 AM - Bridge 10:00 AM - Line Dancing 12:30 PM - Pinochle Thursday 1:00 PM - Center Opens 1:00 PM - Tap Dancing 5:00 PM - Dinner 5:30 PM - Entertainment Friday 8:30 AM - Ceramics 10:00 AM - Yoga (bring own mat) 10:00 AM - Alzheimers Respit
Fun in September
40th Annual Historic House Tour Ogden Valley Sept 9 - 10 AM - 4 PM www.webercountyheritagefoundation. com) Peach Days in Brigham City Sept 6-9 Peter and the Starcatcher @ 7:30 Ziegfeld Theater - Sept 1-2 - Sept 22-24 & 29-30 - Next to Normal
Join other seniors for Peach Days in Brigham City
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CONTESTS
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We offer a fun contest every month with cash prizes!
September Photography Contest
Your best photos of all time. Photos will be voted upon by readers of North Ogden and Pleasant View Connection. Photography entries still accepted and votes accepted through September 15th. Winners to be announced in the October publication. We will have 45 days to vote on favorites. The contest will be run and managed through our company Facebook page. Please visit www.facebook.com/connectionpub TOP 10 WITH TALLIED VOTES SO FAR
Photo Name
Photographer
# of Votes
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Ogden Temple
Morgan Allen
121
2.
Monte Cristo Area at Sunset
Jerri Ochsenbein
117
3.
Faith Can Move Mountains
Ashlee Heslop
108
4.
Springtime Milky Way
Caleb Jones
82
5.
Bikes
Carson Wheeler
31
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Dawn of Life Troy Shinn 28
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Nature’s Beauty
8.
Bee You Brittany Hall 21
9.
Shock & Awe Mike Child 12
10.
Storm the Capital
Hope Elmer
10
11.
Water Logged
Dawn Culley
10
Sarah Sanders
22
First Place Prize
$150
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Second Place Prize
$50
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DIY
Photography Tips and Tricks Taking Photos like a Pro
BY: MARJEAN JOLLEY LASTINGMEMORIESBYMARJEAN.COM
Do you want to take photos like a pro? Have you ever been so excited to take a photograph only to find that it really didn’t turn out like you had imagined? How do photographers get those beautiful photos that just draw you in? I am going to share a few easy tips that can make all the difference in the world. Here are some simple tips from 12 years of professional experience. These are just a few ideas that can improve your photos dramatically. Remember, practice is the key. The more you practice, the better your photos will be. Good luck and HAVE FUN!
GET OUT OF AUTOMATIC MODE! If you are using a DSLR, at least move to Aperture mode. If you don’t know how to do that, get onto YouTube, you can learn a ton of techniques on YouTube. When you move out of Auto, you begin to have control over your camera and your creative self can start shining through.
Negative space
LIGHTING
Leading lines Framing Golden Hour Golden hour is a magical time for light. It is generally the first hour after COMPOSITION - The way you sunrise and the last hour before sunset. compose a photo can tell a story. During golden hour, the sun is low in the Composing a photo correctly helps to sky and produces soft light that is so much capture the attention of those viewing it more flattering than the harsh light on the and makes it stand out as extraordinary! day. Here are some tips to help you compose Backlighting Backlighting adds drama to you photos. Placing the subject with the light behind them creates a beautiful rim of light around your subject. It becomes a little tricky to make sure the subject has enough light but once you get the hang of it, you will fall in love with backlighting. Harsh Lighting Midday can add harsh light and harsh shadows. Look for shade that you can put your subject in. Watch the ground for clues as to where the shadows are. If the ground is mottled with sun and shade, remember, that same lighting will be on the face of your subject. Also, make sure your subject is looking toward a light source so that you get that catch light in her eyes!
that perfect photo that you will totally love! Rule of Thirds One of the first rules of composition is the rule of thirds. Imagine your photo being divided into 9 equal parts by two equally spaced vertical lines and two equally spaced horizontal lines. The important elements should be placed along these lines. It’s pretty easy! Don’t only put your subjects in the middle. Perspective Change your perspective. Get down low, Shoot up, Get in close, Fill your frame, Stand above and shoot down. Changing your perspective can change the way a photo looks and can tell a great story.
Rule of thirds
Filling the frame Negative Space Negative space is the area between and around objects in a photo. Use it to see shapes and sizes more effectively, and produce better composed images. When a design doesn’t have enough negative space, the design, even though it may be simple, will look crowded and complicated Leading Lines Leading lines are lines within an image that leads the eye to another point in the image, or occasionally out of the image. Anything with a definite line can be a leading line. Fences, bridges, even a shoreline or river can lead the eye. Framing Framing is simply using other objects in your photograph to frame the main subject. This is probably one of the easier composition techniques in photography. Framing brings more depth to the picture and a better focus on what the main subject is.
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COMMUNITY
ANNOUNCEMENTS
Happy Birthday!
HELP NEEDED! Looking for a volunteer to help teach computer class at North View Senior Center
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Grey Spelts September 10 Happy 6th birthday buddy. We sure love you and are so proud of you going to school and getting so big.
Lucy Spelts September 21 Happy 10th birthday sweetheart. You are such a positive influence of happiness. We love you and are so excited for you to continue to advance in school. You are getting so big and smart.
HEALTHY MARRIAGE AND RELATIONSHIP EDUCATION CLASSES Class participants will receive:
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COMMUNITY
Connections Choices Student BY MELISSA SPELTS
SCHOOL INFO
of the Month
This month, since school was not in session and we only had enough students of the month to get us through August, we decided to make a new tradition, Connection’s Choices. In September, we selected 4 students of the month that we have known in the community. These are great kids and we love having them as friends, neighbors and classmates. If you have a student you would like to be considered as a Connection’s Choice, please send in a short bio to melissa@connectionpub.com
Carly Beckstrand
Carson Warner
Carly is a hard worker, always helping her mom and family. She always has a beautiful smile on her face which brings a lot of joy to those around her! If she is asked to do a task she gets right to it. She loves animals and even helps at the Weber County animal shelter once a week with a friend. She loves being outdoors. Her family enjoys camping, hiking, biking and river rafting. Her favorite thing she did this summer was white water rafting down the Snake River. She said it was quite the drive to Jackson Hole, Wyoming but is was so worth it. She is a senior at Weber High (Go class of 2018) and has plans to go to Utah State after she graduates.
Carson is one of those boys that blow you away. He is so motivated by life. If he gets an idea in his head he will work so hard until he accomplishes that goal. He attended Maria Montessori during his 5th through 9th grade years. This year he will be attending Weber High and he is really excited for what that brings. His favorite things about the Montessori Academy was playing on the Basketball Teamof 7 players. They worked really hard and grew close as a team. He learned a lot from his coaches Ryan and Wade Rallison (Father and Son coaches). His favorite teacher was Mr. Casey and his favorite subject weight lifting. He works at Cold stone Creamery (Yum) in downtown Ogden. Plays the drums and has goals of running in a ½ marathon and becoming a dentist. Oh yeah, he is also very good looking. We love this witty, happy, friend of ours.
Weber High School
Elli Herrick
Orion Junior High School We have known this cute Elli for a few years and love her and her family. Elli really likes going to school at Orion. A couple of her favorite teachers are Mrs. Allen (Utah Studies) and Mrs. Marks (English). I was impressed to hear that she was a 4.0 student last year as well. WAY TO GO ELLI!! She loves art, music, traveling, photography, and Zumba with her Aunt. When she has down time she likes to play her ukulele, cook and play with her two dogs, Winnie and Buckley. Her favorite food is pizza and vanilla ice-cream if she’s craving something sweet. Her favorite book is Fable Haven and a year or so ago Elli’s favorite movies were the Star Wars series. Her family just recently watched the Harry Potter series and have fallen in love with those.
Maria Montessori Academy
Stephanie Dixon
North Ogden Junior High School Stephanie is the sweetest girl. She is so content where ever she is which makes every situation fun. She moved here from Pocatello Idaho a year ago which is where her extended family and many of her friends live. We hope that she can call this home as well. She is good at whatever sport she tries. Her favorite things to do are play volleyball, hang out with friends and attend school (Yes, she said school). She did mention that she loves the friend part of school not so much the homework. She is the 3rd of 5 girls. Her favorite movie is Maze Runner II. Her favorite treat is grasshopper icecream. When she grows up she wants to be a dermatologist, physical trainer or dental hygienist.
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Canning the Harvest BY: MELISSA SPELTS
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oday we can walk into one of 4 or 5 grocery stores nearby and buy nearly anything we could possibly want. In such a time of plenty some would ask why would I even need to can or store food. Once upon a time there wasn’t such bounty readily available and families worked hard in their gardens and farms depending on a good crop for survival. Canning and storing all that they grew to survive the winter. Sometimes they would trade with neighbors for items they didn’t produce on their farms but otherwise, if they didn’t grow it they didn’t have it. Growing up, I have fond memories of helping my grandma and mom break beans, shuck corn, and I always enjoyed eating the peas out of the pods as we prepped them to be canned. My family always had a big garden full of yummy veggies and fruits. We had many of the same convinces close by that we enjoy today but found that canning food from our garden was a more economical way to feed our big family. If you haven’t tried canning the goods from your garden or from the nearest fruit stand, try it. There is nothing more satisfying. My Grandpa Dale Frehner wrote a memory in his journal of canning goods from his childhood. He grew up in Mesquite, NV and was the first of 11 children. “In lots of ways those years were like pioneer living. In hot summers jumping in the big ditch was the only way to cool off. Heat for winter months came from a fireplace and cooking stove. There was a big effort in the summer to prepare food to last the winter, that meant lots of “bottling” to fill the cellar. The cellar shelves were filled with bottled fruit, vegetables and meat. It was a beautiful sight. We raised our own animals to slaughter for winter. We always had a carrot pit - a hole in the ground where carrots were placed and dug up again when needed. They stayed fresh. We always had a half beef or pork wrapped in levi quilt. We just sliced off what was needed from the meat. These were hard times for us….depression, then the war. There were lots of hobos and gypsies moving through. The hobos always got some food. They were asked to chop wood while mom made something for them. Only one time did a hobo steal some food. One pushed though a screened air vent and took some bottled fruit”.
Although necessary in our grandparents time for survival, canning is still a great way to preserve the garden harvest and enjoy almost fresh produce in the winter. It makes a great gift too!
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• Mason Jars (should be tempered glass)
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Step 1 Run your bottles, and lids through the dishwasher to sanitize. Step 2 Pour or place the food inside the jar and wipe off the top rim to make sure it is clear of food so it will seal. Step 3 Put on the inner lid and the ring lid and tighten. Sept 4 Fill the Water Bath with water and heat up (place bottles in the water before it is boiling or bottles will shatter) Step 5 Use jar lifters or tongs to place the jars in the water. Make sure there is enough water to cover the tops of the bottle by about an inch. Step 6 Once the water boils, set a timer for 25 minutes. Step 7 After boiling for 25 minutes remove the bottles with tongs and place on a towel on the counter and leave for 24 hours before placing in storage. (Check the button in the middle of the lid to make sure it sealed, if not refrigerate and eat)
Putting your filled jars in the water bath to process is what kills all the bacteria and makes the food shelf stable.
My favorites Diced tomatoes with celery, and onions. This is the perfect base for any soup, spaghetti sauce or casserole. First, dip each tomato in a pot of boiling water for 20-30 seconds. Rinse in cold water and place on a cookie sheet. This will loosen the skin from the Tomato and make it really easy to peel. Use a paring knife and take the skin off. I fill up my pot with tomatoes skinned and diced, diced celery and onions and let it simmer for 30 minutes. Pour in clean bottles and seal. Peaches…Same as the tomatoes above first dip each peach in a pot of boiling water for 20-30 seconds. Rinse in cold
water and place on a cookie sheet. This will loosen the skin from the peach and make it really easy to peel. Use a paring knife and take the skin off. Cut up the peaches and put in clean jars. Fill up your jars with hot water. Tap the jar on the counter to help them settle in the jar. Add sugar to make a yummy syrup. I don’t like lots of sugar in mine. I usually put ½ cup in each jar. Close up and seal. Freezer Corn. I don’t have a big enough garden to grow corn so I buy mine from a local farmer. I blanch the corn on the cob in my big pot and cut the kernels off the cob. Then I put them
in freezer bags. Write the date on the front and put them in the freezer. A friend gave me a piece of wood with a nail though the middle that the cob goes on so I can cut the kernels off easily. I put the wood concoction in the middle of a bowl and cut down. Easy peezy. Dried apples… My kids love dried apples dipped in jello powder. Our favorite flavors are strawberry and raspberry. Core and thin-slice apples and dip them in jello powder on one side. Place in the dehydrator for about a day (watch them for best results). Your kitchen will smell so sweet. It is a favorite taught to us by Grandma Spelts. After dehydrating place in jars and seal just like above.
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COMMUNITY OUTDOORS
A GAGGLE OF GEESE
BY: MELISSA SPELTS
(technically a skein in photo above)
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t’s a flock (a groups of geese), it’s a gaggle (geese on the ground or in a body of water), it’s a skein (geese flying in the air). I don’t know what it is about geese but I love them. I’m not particularly fond of them when they are chasing me and the kids at the park but when they are flying through the air, it’s my favorite! My kids usually groan when I make them stop and listen to the geese flying over our house every fall. They think I’m such a nerd. Who knows, maybe someday the sounds of geese will bring them back to their childhood and their silly mom … maybe they will even like it. Geese fly in the shape of a V each fall as they migrate for the winter. It is a very intelligent pattern as it preserves energy as each bird flies slightly above the bird in front of them creating an air foil (less wind resistance) making it easier to stay in flight. When a lead bird tires it can drop back and follow the lead of another which means the birds can fly for much longer without needing a rest. These intelligent birds honk at each other as they coordinate their flight.
Amazingly Canadian geese can fly upwards of 40 miles per hour. If they have a strong tailwind, they can reach speeds of nearly 70 miles per hour. On a good day they can travel up to 1,500 miles. Their entire journey is between 2,000 to 3,000 miles. One of the sure fire ways to know that fall is on its way, is to see skein of geese, beautifully flying in a V shape overhead, or watching as they alight on a field or lake. It is incredibly graceful.
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Baby geese hatch after only 25-30 days of incubation and can walk and swim after 24 hours!
Baby geese hatch after 25-30 days of incubation (That would be nice, huh ladies?). Baby geese are called goslings and they can walk, swim and feed within 24 hours. Both parents, especially the male, protect their goslings until they are ready to fly. A gosling learns to fly around 10 weeks old. They will stay together until their offspring are about 1 year old. Have you ever wondered how birds know which way to travel while they are migrating? There are a few theories… One is by the position of the stars and another is by earth's north and south magnetic poles and somehow the birds can sense the magnetic field of the earth. Some birds, like pigeons, have an area in their brain made of magnetite that works as a built-in compass. Whatever the correct theory, it is always a sight. This fall as you see those beautiful V’s flying overhead hopefully you will have a new found appreciation for the intelligent birds that create them. CONNECTIONPUBLISHING // September 2017 21
COMMUNITY
HISTORY
The Old Weber High The Weber Warriors are back in session and we are excited about another great year of sports, dramatic performances and outstanding academics. This is a great time to highlight some of the storied history of Weber High. Weber County approved a $300,000 bond to build a county High School in 1926. Construction began and classes were even held in 1926 even though the building was still under construction to be completed in 1927. The building was expanded in 1953 adding a south wing. The old Weber High was no longer used as a school after 1972 when the current Weber High was completed. The Old Weber High was demolished in the mid 1980’s.
Above: Old Weber High, a football game in 1958, and Mr. Metcalf a principle in the 50's.
In the 1956 yearbook it was written: “Our School Hymn was written in 1946 entirely by accident! Mr. Eugene Reid wrote lyrics to “The Kansas Song” as an example for his creative music class. Realizing the inspiration and beauty of the words, Marilyn Belnap made arrangements for piano and trumpets. As the song was played and sung before the student body, they grew to love the spirit and the respect it expressed. The original arrangement for piano and trumpets is still played at senior graduation in order that each outgoing student will carry forever, a clear and beautiful memory of “Good old Weber.” Good old Weber, Grand old Weber To the skies we’ll sing your praise We’ll defend your honor While hearts are filled with pride Your sons and daughters are forever by your side. Good old Weber, Grand old Weber Here’s a toast to you: Of all the schools in this broad, spacious land Weber, there’s only you.
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Nancy Olsen attended Weber High on Washington and 12th street in the mid1950s and graduated in the class of 1958. She talked about the bus ride, the pep club, football games, beloved teachers (Mr. Graves) and principals (Mr. Metcalf & Mr. Glen Ward). She remembers that girls could only wear skirts. In remembering school, she noted that most things are very similar; the biggest difference is the technology. Students relied on libraries to get their information for various reports or class projects and a telephone was in the office if a need to call home arose. It was connected to the wall. Today the library and the phone are in everyones pockets.
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This duck hunting retriever is obessesed with water, sweet treats and his family. BY SHEA AND NICK MEMMOTT
Riot is a 2 1/2 year old Chesapeake bay retriever. He was born in Sonoma, CA and we got him at 11 weeks old on July 4th 2015. His favorite thing to do is duck hunt with his dad. He is a retrieving fool. He is obsessed with the water and would swim until he drowned if we let him. He has his junior hunt title and is currently working on his senior title. He recently became a big brother to our little 5 month old baby boy and he loves to give him kisses. Riot is extremely playful and takes after his name because he is a Riot! He has the scariest bark but is 100% harmless he just likes to make sure he is heard. We are grateful for his scary bark so if (heaven forbid) someone tried to break into our home he would for sure scare them away with his
terrifying (but harmless) bark. Riot's favorite treats are carrots and celery but don’t let him fool you; he also has a horrible sweet tooth! If you leave any sort of treat on the counter he will snatch it and swallow it in one bite. The funny thing is that he knows better but thinks the punishment is worth the treat. He goes straight into his kennel after snatching treats because he knows that’s where he goes when he’s in trouble. He is attached to his family and rarely leaves our side. We never had to worry about him running away because if he can’t see us, he panics and frantically tries to find us. He is our best bud and makes our lives so much fun! He is our first baby and we are so lucky to have him as part of our family!
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COMMUNITY
AWARENESS
Family Promise
An organization helping families in need of help during homelessness BY PHILLIP SWANSON
Transitional Homelessness effects families across the nation. An unexpected critical illness, a loss of work, a divorce, and a multitude of other common life events lead to families having nowhere to live. These are not the chronic homeless. These are families with children who need a short term place to stay while they get back on their feet. Since 1986, Family Promise and its partners, like North Ogden City, have provided a safe place to stay at night, warm meals, and local hospitality for 3 to 5 families at a time. Most importantly, Family Promise and its partners provide the hope that comes from knowing someone cares enough to help. North Ogden City recently agreed to allow Family Promise to utilize the facilities available at the old fire station across the street from Lee’s Marketplace. Families utilize these accommodations and the hospitality provided by local churches, volunteers, and communities each night. From 8am to 5pm the families are taken to a day center where they can shower, do laundry, care for preschool children, and, with help from volunteers and social service agencies, work to find employment and permanent housing. During the school year children go to school. In Salt Lake City, 95% of families supported through Family Promise are on their feet and self sufficient two years after they receive help from the partners of Family Promise. 95%! Volunteers are the heart of the Network; without them, it cannot exist. Volunteers provide a variety of services: cooking and serving meals, playing with children or helping them with homework, and staying overnight. Beyond providing lodging and meals, volunteers interact with the guests, treating them with respect and responding with compassion!
They need help! Please consider volunteering to help lift a family in need. Contact Family Promise of Ogden at 385-298-1081 or info@ familypromiseofogden.org for more information.
TRANSITIONAL HOMELESSNESS An unexpected illness, losing a job, or a divorce are just some of the many events that can lead a family to having no where to live.
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COMMUNITY
YOUTH COUNCIL
Pioneer Days Parade BY: NAOMI ELMER
To top off all of July's activities, the North Ogden City Youth Council participated in the Ogden Pioneer Days Parade! The Council waved flags while sharing the float with our North Ogden royalty, down Washington Boulevard! With the new school year starting, it's the perfect time to join our Council. Getting involved in a group can help provide new resources and bring up many great opportunities. With us, you will become more involved with your community, serve our wonderful city, and meet many new friends! You will get a taste of government through many different activities. We also interact with the North Ogden City Council, so we see how our own city is being run! Every year the seniors graduate and our council gets smaller! We'd love to have new members joining! All students in 9-12th grades are invited to participate! We do monthly service projects and have meetings twice a month on the second and third Tuesday of each month at the City Offices at 6 pm. We have very dedicated advisers and members who'd love to meet any interested youth! So stop by, bring your friends, and join us!
WEBER SCHOOL DISTRICT $97 MILLION BOND This bond WILL NOT increase the Property Tax Rate! COMMUNITY BOND MEETINGS North Ogden Jr. High
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Orion Jr. High
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Bates Elementary
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Weber High
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For more info, you can pick up an application at the City Offices during regular business hours, or feel free to contact any of our current CYC members OR our wonderful advisor Tiffany Turner at 385-626-9411.
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Celebrate the end of summer with this yummy grilled burger and a salsa to use up those garden tomatoes!
Inspired by an episode of Man vs. Food!
THE ( SEMI FAMOUS ) H#?? BURGER by Ryan Spelts Warning: this is a hot one. Our 9 year old can handle it though. We can’t take full credit for this idea. We watched an episode of Man vs. Food and they were visiting a restaurant that served up these delightful little burgers. We almost wanted to take a drive to Amarillo TX just to taste them. We then decided to try and make our own to save the 15.5 hour drive. Our first couple of goes-at-it were fun and tasty, but we have now mastered the approach and these have become very popular. Our friends and family talk about them for weeks after we make them a round of H#?? Burgers. They really love them. By the way, they are just as good without the jalapenos for your not-so-daring friends.
2 lbs. quality ground beef 1 medium or large diced onion season to taste (salt, pepper, Lawry’s Steak Seasoning,) 1 egg per 2 pounds of meat lettuce tomato shredded cheddar cheese Jalapeños according to taste Hot Sauce of your choice Thaw ground beef, if frozen, and mix in onion, egg and salt and pepper. Also add in Lawry’s Season Salt. Mix with hands and make into patties, ours are usually about 1/3 pound patties. Preheat the electric griddle to 400 degrees cook the burger on one side for 3 to 4 minutes uncovered to sear it. I like sprinkling a coat of Lawry’s seasoning and some cayenne pepper on the burger as it first starts cooking. Then flip it
over and place under a metal bowl (See picture, right). Bowls trap all the flavor and heat so the burgers cook all the way through and infuses the flavors of the peppers and the cheese though out the meat. I estimate that we cook for about 5 - 8 minutes then flip it over and do another 5 minutes on the first side. Once you place the bowl on the burger put the jalapenos (sliced to make little circles) on the griddle. Brown (slightly). When you flip the burger place the Jalapenos on top of the patty. Keep under the bowl until fully cooked. When almost done put a handful of shredded cheese on top of the burger covering the Jalapenos. Cover again for 30 to 60 seconds to melt the cheese. Then serve it up with your choice of toppings and condiments. Our favorite is on my homemade wheat buns with just ketchup and mustard although on the show they put lettuce and tomato on as well.
EL MATADOR SALSA
by Marjean Jolly Great for canning!
14 qt. tomatoes 13 lg. garlic buttons 6 c. chopped onions 4 c. chopped green pepper 3 Tbsp. leaf oregano 3 Tbsp. cumin 8 Tbsp. oil 9 Tbsp. vinegar 5 Tbsp. salt 1 Tbsp. pepper 2 Tbsp. MSG 1 27 oz. ortega chopped green chilis (Harmons) 17 jalapenos (with seeds) chopped 7 yellow peppers without seeds Bring to a boil. Simmer for 9 hours. Bottle. Process 30 minutes. Makes 25-28 pints
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BUSINESS
SPOTLIGHT
Rockwood Optometry
Dr. Andy Rockwood's first pair of glasses as a young boy helped shaped his career.
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Above: Dr. Rockwood providing an eye exam.
We appreciate Rockwood Optometry and are happy to have them as part of our community and we are grateful that they have chosen to support our community magazine.
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our first pair of glasses can be a bit traumatic… are people going to make fun of me? Are they going to call me four eyes? However, when someone puts on their new glasses for the first time and they can suddenly see, it is very exciting. That is exactly what drives Dr. Andy Rockwood every day. He loves the expressions of joy he hears from people who put on their new glasses. Wow, look at the leaves on the tree! Holy cow, there are little rocks in asphalt! When Dr. Rockwood was in 2nd grade, he got his first glasses and was fascinated with the equipment at the doctors office and was so thrilled with being able to see better that he wanted to become an optometrist. As
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he got older, he realized that he was drawn to the medical profession but wasn’t a big fan of blood and shots. As he remembered his experience as a kid getting glasses, he choose that as his career. You may recognize Dr. Rockwood if you purchase your eyewear from the Walmart Vision Center, he has worked there for the last 12 years, He also owns and operates his own office/store here in North Ogden. You will find it in the same shopping center as Lee’s Market Place. They have been open for about a year. Some of his favorite things in his own office is being able to pick what glasses to carry because he likes providing high quality frames and lenses. There have been great improvements in the glasses industry and there are many new styles and some very cool technological advancements in frames and lenses. Today there are flexible frames that won’t break. There are also 3D printed frames that are very high quality and come in beautiful colors. Dr. Rockwood’s makes sure to carry a large selection of high quality frames so there is something for everyone and they all come
with a warranty. With the popularity of glasses on the rise, Rockwood Optometry takes the time to make sure the frame match the face and that the lenses are the perfect prescription for the patients needs. Dr. Rockwood discovered the North Ogden and Pleasant View area when he first started working at Walmart. He liked to go Geocaching (Hunting for containers hidden by others using the internet and GPS coordinates, see article on page 6). He found many caches in this area and fell in love. When the Rockwoods grew out of their home in Morgan, they decided to move their family to Pleasant View. Andy and Emily have 5 children ages 15-4 with 2 boys and 3 girls. They have lived in the area for 7 years. They love hiking, biking and trails and love how close they are to all of those things. Dr. Rockwood and his staff are easy to work with. They have a great store and are very fun to visit. When you are due for an eye exam, give them a ring and go see what they have to offer.
How to Build an Uncommon Relationship There is success in numbers and successful individuals have a vast network of trusted friends. The amount of people in one’s network is not as significant as the quality and depth of those relationships. So how does one build an uncommon deep relationship? Dale Carnegie gives us great insight to the key of making this happen, “You can be more successful in
two months by becoming really interested in other people’s success than you can in two years trying to get other people interested in your own success.” Learn about them, find ways to serve them, and give freely of your time and resources. Doing this will deepen a relationship faster than anything else. Trust will build, mutual respect will increase and advocacy will happen. You can apply this to business and personal relationships. People will want to be around you and you will have an influence for good that will bring you more opportunities and success. Chris Mertz ,General Manager Corporate Alliance
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HOME
HOME MATTERS
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t’s that time of year again! Back to school shopping, yard clean up, winterizing your home and more. Time to put compost out in the garden to sit over winter and till in the spring. Maybe plant some garlic while you are at it! For your home, it’s time to caulk around windows and doors, remove dead brush around the foundation, maybe get an energy audit from the local gas and electric companies to save more on your utility bills. In this article, we will be informing you on paint color choices as well as technology upgrades that could add a lot of value to your home, should you decide to sell. When looking to increase the value of your home before selling, upgrades often include updating flooring, changing counter tops, slapping a fresh coat of paint on the front door and updating kitchen appliances. The Zillow 2017 Paint Color Analysis survey shows that homes with powder blue or periwinkle bathrooms sold for $5400 more. On the exterior, “greige” seems to be the way to go, with homes selling for at least $3496 more. Front doors that were painted a navy or slate grey increased value, and for sure buyers across the board said NO white walls! Homes without color actually sold for $4035 less! Blues and pale greys make the home feel larger. An occasional accent wall is ok, but don’t over do it! Although all renovations, when done properly, typically increase the value of your home; apparently technology trends in smart home appliances are “seriously upping the game for
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those looking to sell their home according to Inman News. Technological features that are making a big impact on home sales are smart home devicecompatible upgrades. According to Inman News “Buyers are willing to pay more for smart home upgrades, and Amazon Echo-compatible devices are a simple and relatively inexpensive place to start.” Integrating smart home hardware in the home is something that should be considered at this time. Amazon’s Alexa-enabled Echo and Echo Dot are among the most popular home assistants. An example of things that can be controlled by these home assistants include: Smart Lights, which involve replacing the light bulbs in the home with “smart” bulbs that can be controlled by Echo. Security: The Echo integrates with a wide variety of home hardware to keep your property secure. This could include smart locks, which can lock and unlock on command. “Ring” is a video doorbell that senses any movement and also turns on when someone rings the doorbell. For heating and cooling: Nest has integrated with Echo. If you want more control over watering the garden, The GreenIQ Smart Garden Hub allows homeowners to control sprinklers and finally, Garageio connects to up to three garage doors, and allows homeowners to either use their smartphone or Amazon Echo to open the garage. If you would like a free mini book on home upgrades and additional items that could add value to your home for selling, please text or email us your address and we will get one out to you!
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WATCH OUT FOR STORM CHASING CONTRACTORS by Addie B. - Acuity Insurance
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our home just suffered damage at the hands of a storm. Whether it is from a tornado, high winds, or another form of weather, you need to be prepared for what comes after the storm passes. It is becoming more and more common for storm-chasing contractors to show up at your front door looking to scam you with the promise of quick work and low costs. Don’t take the bait and end up on the raw side of a bad deal like many homeowners. Before signing anything, you should take some time to educate yourself. Here are some tips to get you started. Report storm damage to your insurance company. It is important to promptly notify your insurance company of damage that will result in a claim. Keeping them in the loop early can help with processing your claim and getting you back on your feet quickly. Get multiple bids. While it might seem convenient to have the contractor come to your door with a sweetheart deal, it isn’t reality. Don’t agree to the offered terms until you’ve obtained a few bids and can compare. Do your research. Make sure a reputable company will be working on your home. Working with a local contractor can make this easier. A quick and easy search with the Better Business Bureau can give you insight into how the company is run and what others might have to say about their work. Be wary of a contractor saying he is through the government or FEMA.
Get references. Have them prove their quality of work with customer reviews or referrals. A company shouldn’t feel put out by such a request and hesitation on their part could be a sign that their work isn’t high quality. Ask to see their license. Be sure they are who they say they are. If they are licensed or certified to do the work, they should have no problem proving it. Make sure they’re insured. A contractor should have insurance to cover themselves and their workers while on your property. Be sure they have coverage to avoid having any work-related injury claims made against your homeowners insurance. Know what your homeowners policy says. Make sure you understand what your policy does and does not cover to avoid being talked into repairs that aren’t needed and aren’t covered. Also, reasonable expenses resulting from your efforts to protect your property from further damage may be covered. Never pay for work upfront. Avoid paying with cash and don’t pay for the whole project all at once. Cash does not leave a paper trail in the event the contractor does not perform the work as promised. Remember, not all contractors who come to your door are scammers, but you should be cautious. Do your research, get things in writing, and don’t sign a contract until you are comfortable.
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RECREATION
Hiking AT JUST two miles long and amazing views, this is a good one for kids. Send us your favorite hike or outdoor activity!
FAMILY FRIENDLY FAVORITE
BY RYAN SPELTS
One of our favorite hikes is up to the rocky outlook overlooking the Ogden Valley. We love it because it is just the right mix of strenuousness and distance that the whole family can make the hike. Drive up the North Ogden pass and park in the parking lot. Cross over the road to the north and you will see the trailhead. There is a straight up path that is tougher but avoids the ruts on the switchbacks or you can take the switchbacks, which is an easier ascent, so we usually take that one. The entire hike is just short 2 miles long with about a mile of tree-lined back and forth, then it opens up and you will see some amazing vistas overlooking North Ogden, Ogden and the Ogden Valley. You will know the place when you get there because you will reach a high turn in the path and there will be a rocky outcropping that will show you a stunning view of Eden,
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Liberty; and you can even see across to Wolf Creek as well as the far north corner of Pineview Reservoir. It is beautiful. You can continue on this trail and after 16+ miles you will reach Ben Lomond Peak, but with the littles we usually just stop at the overlook. Take pictures and let us know how far you make it. Have a great hike!
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