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Thank you for coming out and celebrating our centennial summer with us. We were so pleased to see the massive community turn out at all our centennial events. We hope you enjoyed celebrating as much as we did! One of my favorite moments was holding a time capsule ceremony and including a letter to my future successor. What does a mayor in 2022 say to a mayor who will be opening our time capsule in 2122? My research showed that Clearfield was initially founded because of concerns about water and growth. It’s fascinating that the same issues still face us today and will likely be concerns 100 years from now. Over the past 50 years, Clearfield saw its heyday when people from surrounding cities came here for necessities and recreation. We also saw the opposite of that when city development became stagnant, and the surrounding cities passed us by.

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Fast forward to 2022, and we are finally making a comeback. We are building more than we have built in a long time and are creating a new downtown Clearfield. It is nerve-wracking as Mayor to see the growth coming fast and furious, and praying we get it right. Of course, the future will likely be the judge of that!

We thank each of our residents for your feedback and contribution to Clearfield’s resurgence. Clearfield’s current development and future vision could not be accomplished without you investing in our city and making it your home. Here’s to the future!

Mayor Mark Shepherd www.clearfield.city@clearfieldcity

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We are excited to announce that Clearfield City has partnered with Connection Publishing, a local magazine company, to bring you the Clearfield Connection magazine. This magazine will serve as your city newsletter. It will contain any city news and events, plus some other fun and entertaining articles, like students of the month, activity calendar, recipes, and local history. We look forward to featuring local stories about you and the people you know. Please feel free to reach out and suggest articles to us. Also, watch for local contests like the Photo and Art contest, as well as advertisements from local businesses who will make this publication possible. You will receive a new magazine every other month and can also access the information online at Clearfieldmagazine.com. Feel free to reach our team at 801-624-9652 or email me at ryan@connectionpub.com. We are excited to connect with you! -Ryan PublisherSpelts

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4 clearfieldmagazine.com | September-October 2022 SEPTEMBER-OCTOBERin this issue 5 CITY NEWS 16 COMMUNITY Calendar of Events Photo Contest Announcement Summer Bucket List 17 RECIPES Kid-Approved Snacks ON THE COVER 20 Art Contest 14 Community Influencers 25 Recipes: Fancy Cakes Photo by Melissa Spelts Cake by local baker Raquel Oreggia - Sprinkle Berry Cakes CONTENTS www.clearfieldmagazine.com September/October 2022 OFFICIAL CLEARFIELD CITY MAGAZINE! RECOGNIZINGOURLOCAL INFLUENCERSCOMMUNITY HAPPY 6TH RECIPESCAKEBIRTHDAYCONNECTIONBIRTHDAYPUBLISHING ContestArt Enter/Vote (Details On Page 20) Connect with us on social media! Questions or comments? ryan@connectionpub.com or 801-624-9652 Website: www.clearfieldmagazine.com 20 Calling all artists for our 6th annual art contest. Submit your favorite art and vote for your favorites details on page 20. 25 Happy 6th Birthday to Connection Publishing. Local baker Sweet Berry Bakery provided a recipe and tips for the perfect birthday cake on page 25. @clearfield.connection The PublishingConnectionTeam Ryan Spelts Owner/Publisher Melissa Spelts Owner Rhett Long Sales VP Paul Graff Graphic Design Robert Dodd Graphic Design of Roy Connection, and Ad Design Hyrum Rappleye Ad Design Crystal Rappleye Ad Design Ann Park Sales & ManagerOperation Kendal Rae Jensen Sales Diane Liberator Sales Hailey Minton Writer Jenny Goldsberry Writer Jaycee Gray Writer Kim Crook Media Manager Brittany Carroll Editor I love the crisp air. We asked the CP team this question: "What is the best thing about Fall?" I forwardlook to the change of pace, and time at home thebreezeThemywithcoolandbeautifulfallleaves! Danielle AranaSales Melissa Spelts Owner Kendal Rae JensenSales & Writer

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CLEARFIELD CITY PARAT PROGRAM Mission

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Mayor Mark Shepherd mark.shepherd@clearfieldcity.org 801-540-0348

Clearfield City Updates

Council Member Kent Bush kent.bush@clearfieldcity.org 801-825-1490

Council Member Nike Peterson nike.peterson@clearfieldcity.org 801-332-0323

The mission of the Parks, Arts, Recreation, Aquatics, and Trails (PARAT) Program is to enhance the Clearfield resident and visitor experiences through art, cultural, and recreational offerings. History The PARAT Program was voted on by Clearfield City residents in 2014 and passed with 65% voter approval. The city first received funds from PARAT in April of 2015. Every 10 years, the PARAT Program is placed on the ballot for city residents to vote for the program’s renewal and will be back on the ballot in 2024.

For each purchase made in Clearfield City that includes sales tax, one penny of every $10 spent goes to funding PARAT projects. Current completed PARAT projects include six new playgrounds, a pickleball complex, renovating the Clearfield Community Arts Center, building a dog park at Barlow Park, and more.

Council Member Tim Roper tim.roper@clearfieldcity.org 801-682-6296

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CONTACT ELECTED OFFICIALS Council Corner Council celebrated the city’s birthday by placing a letter to their 100-year successor in a time capsule. The body wrote about challenges, successes, and their vision for Clearfield’s future. They stressed the importance of involving the youth in decision-making and meeting the needs of diverse and underserved populations. Council Member Karece Thompson shared the importance of involving multiple perspectives and his experience serving as the first Black American on Clearfield’s City Council. He said, “Remember that a core tenet of our humanity is creating environments that breed success and opportunities. The seat you sit in is an opportunity for you to create that for the great citizens of Clearfield.”

Council Member Karece Thompson karece.thompson@clearfieldcity.org 385-383-5600

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Clearfield City is Hiring! Clearfield City is currently hiring for a variety of jobs, and we take applicants as young as 15 years old. We are looking for crossing guards, Aquatic & Fitness Center staff, sports program assistants, parks maintenance workers, and more! Apply today at www.clearfield.city. Scan for job page!

Be a part of meetings! You can participate in council meetings by attending in person or virtually via Facebook Live. Visit www.clearfield.city for meeting schedules and agendas.

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Council Member Vern Phipps vern.phipps@clearfieldcity.org 801-628-4673

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Clearfield City asked residents to reduce outdoor water use by 60% and indoor use by 10% this year as part of a statewide conservation effort. We currently have our water savings numbers through the end of July available from the Weber Basin Water Conservancy District.

Through June and July in 2022, Clearfield City residents used 402 million gallons of water. Last year, during the same time, residents used more than 531 million gallons. This means residents saved 130 million gallons, or 25%, more water than last year! For the year 2022, this puts the savings by residents at approximately 260 million gallons of water, which is 24% less water use than last year. We thank our residents for your outstanding response and conservation actions. The Parks & Recreation Department developed a comprehensive plan to preserve the sports fields while balancing the drought conditions. Conservation efforts included watering at a 20% reduced rate, changing grass heights to preserve the turf, turning off water to park strips, utilizing wetting agents and slow-release fertilizer, and more.

Here’s to the future! Mayor Mark Shepherd

Thank you for coming out and celebrating our centennial summer with us. We were so pleased to see the massive community turn out at all our centennial events. We hope you enjoyed celebrating as much as we did! One of my favorite moments was holding a time capsule ceremony and including a letter to my future successor. What does a Mayor in 2022 say to a Mayor who will be opening our time capsule in 2122? My research showed that Clearfield was initially founded because of concerns about water and growth. It’s fascinating that the same issues still face us today and will likely be concerns 100 years from now. Over the past 50 years, Clearfield saw its heyday when people from surrounding cities came here for necessities and recreation. We also saw the opposite of that when city development became stagnant, and the surrounding cities passed us by. Fast forward to 2022, and we are finally making a comeback. We are building more than we have built in a long time and are creating a new downtown Clearfield. It is nerve-wracking as Mayor to see the growth coming fast and furious, and praying we get it right. Of course, the future will likely be the judge of

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Summer water conservation

Through June and July in 2022, the Clearfield City Parks Department used a total of 32,603,265 gallons to maintain the parks, fields, open spaces, and trails. Last year during the same time, the department used 32,805,405 gallons of water. This means they have saved 202,410 gallons of water from last year! For the year 2022, this puts them at approximately 530,000 gallons of water saved. We applaud their efforts and hard work to conserve while keeping Clearfield beautiful.

Wethat! thank each of our residents for your feedback and contribution to Clearfield’s resurgence. Clearfield’s current development and future vision could not be accomplished without you investing in our city and making it your home.

The Suicide and Crisis lifeline (988) is up and running as of July 16, 2022. Those who call 988 will have 24/7 call, text, and chat access to trained crisis counselors. This call line is for people who are experiencing suicidal, substance use, or mental health crisis. People can also call if they are worried about a loved one who may need crisis support. This lifeline is a network of more than 200 state and local call centers. They are funded by the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services through the Substance Abuse Administration and administered by Vibrant Emotional Health. 988 and 911 are different but serve the same purpose: to help people in need. 911 focuses on dispatching emergency medical, fire, and police services. 988 provides mental health and crisis resources. 988 and 911 are both crisis resources that work together to support communities. In situations with imminent risk to someone’s life, a crisis counselor will share information with 911 that is crucial to saving the caller’s Thelife.

Clearfield Police Department is excited to have this service in Clearfield and is working toward making this lifeline known to the public. For more information on the new Suicide and Crisis hotline, check out www.988lifeline.org.

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We are excited to welcome our newest grocery store: Rancho Markets. They are a welcomed addition to Clearfield. Rancho Markets is located at 580 State Street. They fill a much-needed gap in our community. We are excited to have them here in the heart of Clearfield! For more information, visit their website at www. Curiousranchomarkets.comwhatelseis coming to our city? Clearfield’s planning department created a map that shows everything being built in our city right now! development-projects/www.clearfield.city/business-development/current-Visittoviewthemap.

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Clearfield City has a backflow program to protect you from drinking dirty or hazardous water. We put backflow assemblies on all meters and encourage residents to do the same to their home irrigation systems. This helps keep water clean for everybody in the Watercity.pressure can drop when a water main bursts, a pipe freezes, or there is unexpectedly high demand on the water system. Reduced pressure in the main line may allow contaminated water from the soil, storage, or from other sources within your residence or business to be drawn up into the system. This is how a backflow assembly helps. It ensures we don’t consume any hazardous particles by preventing backwards flow. Residents and businesses can take action by installing backflow assemblies to their water systems. Contact Clearfield City Public Works at 801-525-4419 for more information on how to get started.

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Clearfield Community Services - an Award-Winning Department!

Crossing Guards Wanted! Clearfield City is currently hiring crossing guards for the 2022–2023 school year. Crossing guards are vital for a safe school experience. Starting pay is $15 an hour with a $50 sign-on bonus. Our crossing guards observe road traffic, help pedestrians into designated locations, escort children as needed for safe crossings, etc. Applicants must be is 18 years of age and be able to fulfill the related duties. Apply today at www. and Park’s Association (URPA) awarded Clearfield Community Services the Outstanding Department Award this year. This award is awarded to the community services department in Utah that has shown exceptional involvement and contributions to the community. Community Services is responsible for providing you activities through the Community Arts Center, recreation programs, and the Aquatic and Fitness Center. Additionally, the Clearfield Parks Department maintains our 17 beautiful parks, 13-mile trail systems, and two ponds. They also come together to host several city events. The Easter Egg Hunt, Boonanza Halloween carnival, and 4th of July celebration are all constructed by Clearfield Community Services.

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We started the year with our Parents Empowered Campaign kickoff: A community-wide partnership that shows support for protecting kids’ healthy brains and bright futures by sharing underage drinking prevention tips for parents on more than 200 construction and public safety vehicles in our area. When you see one of the signs, let it be a reminder to talk to your kids about alcohol and tell them why underage drinking is harmful.

In the 2022-2023 school year, we will be supporting 6th-grade students in North Davis with Learning to Breathe. This program has been well researched to help address anxiety and depressive symptoms, a priority for the coalition. Additionally, we will offer EveryDay Strong workshops, a framework that helps adults build resilient kids and strong communities in our area. All of this is in effort to help reduce anxiety and depression among our kids. Furthermore, we will be sponsoring parenting classes, such as Strengthening families and Circle of Security – Parenting. To learn more about our work, visit our Facebook page @NorthDavisCTC or contact our coalition coordinator, Viviana Felix, at vivianaf@dbhutah.org.

North Davis Communities That Care coalition provides our community with a unique approach to identifying and understanding the issues experienced by kids through local data. We offer evidenced-based programs and evidence-informed frameworks to help kids and families in our community. Recently, we finalized our annual action plan, which includes a variety of programs and workshops for our community members that will be available over the next year.

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Pumpkin Float: Join us on Oct. 17 at 6 p.m. to set pumpkins afloat on Steed Pond as we gear up for Halloween.

RECREATION Jr. Jazz: Registration for grades K-2 is open until October 3 and will play during the fall session. Registration for grades 3+ will open on October 1, they will play during the winter session. There have been some unexpected scheduling changes, so all future updates will be posted on social media @clearfieldparksandrec.

The Addams Family: Performances of The Addams Family will be at the Clearfield Community Arts Center on October 20, 21, 22, 27, 28, & 29. Arts & Crafts: Come make some cool things with us in one of our arts and crafts classes! Dates TBD.

Back to You Sale: Enrollment into a new membership is $0 from September 19th – 30th as our way of giving “back to you” now that the kids are back in school. Take some time to yourself in the pool, weight room, or any of our fitness classes! Maintenance: Liner in the lap pool is being replaced. Maintenance begins on both pools September 6 and will last for approximately two weeks. Regular updates will be posted on social media @clearfieldaquaandfit.

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Halloween Decorating Contest: Nominate your favorite houses with the best Halloween decorations! Nominations are open from Oct. 1–17.

Swim Lessons: Swim lessons happen monthly. Group and private lessons are available. Members and residents receive priority registration, open one day in advance.

COMMUNITY ARTS Fall Concert: The Clearfield Community Band is hosting a Hocus Pocus fall concert on October 18 at 7 p.m. at North Davis Jr. High. Costumes are encouraged!

Fall Events Programs/

FALL EVENTS Night Out Against Crime: Join the Clearfield Police Department for an evening of food, SWAG giveaways, hanging out with our officers and the fire department, checking out their vehicles, and driving the bomb bot on Thursday, Sept. 15, from 6-8 p.m. Search the City: Search the City is back, Halloween style! Follow us on social media @clearfieldcity so you don’t miss the clues for the city-wide scavenger hunt October 14-16!

SEPTEMBER-OCTOBER EVENTS

Start Smart: Children will learn skills for multiple sports in a fun, non competitive environment. Pickleball: The Dinksgiving pickleball tournament is open for registration and closes November 7. This is a doubles tournament for skill levels 3.0, 3.5, and 4.0.

AQUATIC & FITNESS CENTER Boonanza: This is the Clearfield Aquatic and Fitness Center’s biggest party of the year. Join us the night of October 22 for carnival games, food, prizes, and more.

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Clearfield – Now and Then BY Cindy A. Jones

In 1922, only around 700 people lived in the area now known as Clearfield. City streets were narrow gravel roads, linking homesteads to Main Street, the train depot for the Bamberger railroad, Clearfield State Bank, and the Pioneer school: a tiny two-room schoolhouse for children up to eighth grade. On a hot summer afternoon, as farmers were gleaning their gardens and orchards for the coming harvest season, Clearfield officially became an incorporated city. That night, there were no concerts or fireworks. The sky shimmered only with stars. Around 1877, when the first homesteaders arrived in the area deemed by Native Americans as “The Land of Wind and sand,” water was scarce. The settlers dug into the dry land, hoping to hit springs and build wells, often to no avail. Water was brought in from Kays creek in large barrels, which was a cumbersome task. Around 1884, the canalWeber-Daviswasextended from Kaysville, bringing water from the Weber River, and more people moved into the area at the promise of fertile, irrigated lands for crops. Soon, the area burgeoned as a thriving farm Incommunity.the1940s, the addition of defense facilities in the areas reshaped the city’s landscape as well as its narrative. In 1940, construction began for Hill Air Force base. The facility would eventually span the eastern border of Clearfield, becoming one of Northern Utah’s most prominent employers. Later, the U.S. Navy purchased land on the southwestern side of Clearfield for the Clearfield Naval Supply Depot, paying local farmers market value for their lost land and crops. The depot was finished in 1943. After the Korean War, as the need for the depot and a hub for military supplies became less critical, many laborers left and took jobs at Hill Air Force Base, which continues to be a major employer in Northern Utah. The Naval depot closed in 1962. The Frontrunner Station, The Aquatic & Fitness Center, and Clearfield Community Arts Center, all established in the 2000s, have helped connect the city to surrounding areas and attract new residents as the city continues to grow in the 21st century. From a peaceful farming community, to a military hub, to a diverse and thriving city of over 30,0000 residents, Clearfield has grown and transformed while remaining true to its steadfast roots. The centennial celebration is meant to be a reflection of both the city’s origins and its dynamic strength. Happy Birthday, Clearfield! Here’s to another 100 years!

In honor of its centennial year, the city of Clearfield has hosted a vibrant string of events throughout 2022. Festivities have included a new centennial logo contest, a historic scavenger hunt, a carnival, centennial swag, and a glow party. In late June, residents gathered to paint Center Street Bridge just in time for the Fourth of July celebration, where Clearfield held the biggest Fourth of July fireworks display in Utah. A time capsule ceremony took place at City Hall on July 17th: the city’s official 100th birthday. Items placed inside the capsule included the new police badge, a Clearfield history book spanning the city’s history from 1887-1997, and letters from administrators to their successors, which shared their vision for the city in the next 100 years. It’s a wonder to think about what Clearfield might look like when that capsule is opened, considering how vastly different the city looked just 100 years ago.

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ou are an influencer in your own world, I have always told my kids, people are watching what you do and what you say. Make sure you are doing the things you say you will do, that is integrity.

We have asked our team to ask for nominees for people who are community influencers. These are this years nominees. Congratulations and thank you for being a positive contributor.

Ethelyn Bradshaw, Bradshaw Tutoring Shawn Iverson, The Insurance Center Dan Vance, Advanced Local Hailey Minton, Connection Publishing Chad Russon, Russon Mortuary Dr. Brett Burtenshaw, Tanner Clinic Wendy Vinhage, Habitat for Humanity Mike Tobin, Tobin’s Elite Sky Rands, SLR Roofing Karen Wright, RealtyPath Summit Julie Johnson, United Way Jesse Western, Hearing Improvement Center Steve Reich, R Marketing Department Kayla Peterson, Clean Steam Carpet Cleaning Mark Miller, Brilliant Lighting Center Jodi Orgill-Brown, Global Leader Group John Ekstrom, Xtek Firearms Pam, Grounds for Coffee –Clearfield Lee Brasher, Wasatch Prints Manuel Gallegos, El Burrito Brandon Barber, Invision Computers Janelle and Leo Vettori, Rocky Mountain Tumbling and Cheer Jose Palacios, Argentine Corner Sharee Harrison, For the Birds and the Bees Ryan Rentmeister, Rentmeister Total Home Service Tylor Norton, Tight Lines HVAC Sheli Latimer, Sheli’s Massage Missing Company Name: Angi Kellett, (Company) Rachel Hansen Bitton, (Company) Lisa Hadlock, (Company) LT Weese, (Company) Sherry Clawson, (Company) Missing Person Name: (No name) Grifols (No Name) Philadelphia Sub Shop (No Name), Home Helpers (No Name) Dirty Bird -Clearfield (No Name), JTE Home Solutions

An influencer in my life is a man named Howard who owns an HVAC company locally. We got to know him through our worship services and for whatever reason, he seemed to like our family. He hired our son to mow his lawn, he taught him how to do a good job and then eventually asked him to come and mow the grass covered areas at his companies building. This helped our son start a small mowing business while he was in high school.

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Then when he was old enough, Howard hired our son to start apprenticing at the HVAC company and paid him well for the work he did. My son is an adult now and has different pursuits and yet Howard is still a good friend and mentor to him. In our life, Howard is an influencer. He has an impact in our life still today.

Clean Steam Carpet Cleaning is committed to giving back. Along with providing amazing home services, they donate cleanings to domestic violence shelters and other worthy community causes. “Helping and supporting those in need is important to us. We live and work in a wonderful community and we love to give back whenever we can.” Our area is fortunate to be home to Utah’s only full-service, womanowned-and-operated carpet, tile, and upholstery cleaning company, and we appreciate their place in our community.

Kayla credits the amazing women on her team and a wonderful community with their growth and success. “I want to remind everyone that you can do more than you think you can.”

Under Kayla’s leadership, Clean Steam Carpet Cleaning has grown from a home-based operation, to a business with a destination location where you can drop off area rugs and upholstery to be cleaned and dried before pick up. They now have three vans and five female employees. She hopes that their example will encourage and empower other women to work hard and follow their dreams.

Kayla and her all-female crew pride themselves on hard work. They know how they would want their home treated and they strive to provide that experience for each customer. They focus on being able to communicate and personally connect with their customers. Kayla says, “Remember, it’s not a carpet to clean, it is a client to please!”

By Kris Blankman

Home-grown local businesses are the heart of our community. Kayla Peterson founded Clean Steam Carpet Cleaning because she saw a need for reasonable pricing and excellent service. But she also had a vision of a company owned and run completely by women. As an entrepreneur, her commitment to growth and hard work places her in a leadership role. She has become a mentor to her team, her three daughters, and other women in the community.

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Kayla is involved with every aspect of this 6-year-old company. With a background in the construction industry, she’s never been afraid to work hard and get dirty. She has three daughters, one of whom is an “assistant technician” and out working hard each day, learning the business inside and out.

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“I’ve seen martial arts change countless lives. It’s not about reaching a certain level; it’s about feeling your worth. My students learn that their worth is more than just a “like” on social media.”

Achieving Top-of-Mind-Awareness with creative content and marketing is just one of the strategies he employs. Many of his clients not only brag about the increase in sales and profits but also point at Steve as the spark that has made their businesses fun again. Ask yourself if your marketing is where you want it to be. If not, you might want to schedule a chat with Steve. He loves to share his compelling ideas!

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Working with Steve means becoming one of his circle of friends, and your achievements are his priority.

Mike looks forward to helping students progress for many years to come.

Habitat ReStores are independently owned reuse stores operated by local Habitat for Humanity organizations who’ve been helping people fix their homes for 30 years across the country.

Affordable housing being so scarce in so many communities these days makes the Weber Habitat for Humanity ReStore located at 3111 Wall Ave in Ogden, Utah, a phenomenal local resource for those needing a decent place to live. Wendy Vinhage, who oversees the organization as its executive director, said, “The calls for help keep coming in every day.” Daily operations are run by her manager, Mathew Farmer. Habitat ReStores are independently owned reuse stores operated by local Habitat for Humanity organizations who’ve been helping people fix their homes for 30 years across the country. “It’s a home improvement thrift store, and all profits support affordable home ownership,” Wendy said. If your home needs repairs, be sure to check the Habitat ReStore Facebook page to hear about the next 50% off Saturday sale. By sharing email addresses, customers can also receive a 10% discount on whatever they purchase that day. Hours are Tuesday through Saturday from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m., and donations are accepted on the same days from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m.

Mike Tobin is the owner and head instructor of Tobin’s Elite Academy of Martial Arts. He has been training in martial arts for over forty years. His hard work has positively influenced many lives. He focuses on creating a friendly environment. “I want everyone to feel welcome and know they have a place here,” Mike says. “In my experience, physical training, such as marital arts, helps students develop self-control and compassion,” Mike says. “I feel like our communities have a need for greater compassion for each other, especially among young Trainingpeople.”

Habitat ReStores are independently owned reuse stores operated by local Habitat for Humanity organizations who’ve been helping people fix from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. “Affordable home ownership is the biggest issue I have seen in my nonprofit work, and it's the number-one way people will be stable. I truly believe everyone should have the opportunity to achieve that stability and build equity. That’s what gets me up in the morning.”

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“We think Spider-Man is right: with great power comes great responsibility. Kids learn the consequences of hitting or kicking someone, what it feels like, so they know not to do that to someone else without thinking.”

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Providing support and a business marketing boost is a great way to build our community. Steve is constantly looking for ways to give back to others. His clients consistently share how much they appreciate the way he genuinely cares about their success.

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Wendy Vinhage, who oversees the organization as its executive director, said, “The calls for help keep coming in every day.” Daily operations are run by her manager, Mathew Farmer.

“It’s a home improvement thrift store, and all profits support affordable home ownership,” Wendy said. If your home needs repairs, be sure to check the Habitat ReStore Facebook page to hear about the next 50% off Saturday sale. By sharing email addresses, customers can also receive a 10% discount on whatever they purchase that day. Hours are Tuesday through Saturday from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m., and donations are accepted on the same days from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m.

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Tobin’s Elite Academy of Martial Arts 510 E. 1700 S. #303, Clearfield TobinsElite.comph:801-745-5375, recent rollercoaster in the business climate has caused anxiety but also provided an opportunity for growth. In challenging times, local experts lend strength to our community and create a climate of success. Steve Reich is a specialist in business growth and development. His support, mentoring, and influence have helped many local entrepreneurs get their startups off the ground and ensured established businesses get the growth they want and need.

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I truly believe everyone should have the opportunity to achieve that stability and build equity. That’s what gets me up in the morning.”

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“Affordable home ownership is the biggest issue I have seen in my nonprofit work, and it's the number-one way people will be stable.

Skilled volunteers and materials are always needed. If you’re a person with a mind to donate your time, resources, or connections, contact Wendy at info@habitatwd.org. Working to Ensure Everyone Has a Decent Place to Live (814) 470 1278 • habitat.org

Wendy Vinhage, who oversees the organization as its executive director, said, “The calls for help keep coming in every day.” Daily operations are run by her manager, Mathew Farmer. Habitat ReStores are independently owned reuse stores operated by local Habitat for Humanity organizations who’ve been helping people fix their homes for 30 years across the country. “It’s a home improvement thrift store, and all profits support affordable home ownership,” Wendy said. If your home needs repairs, be sure to check the Habitat ReStore Facebook page to hear about the next 50% off Saturday sale. By sharing email addresses, customers can also receive a 10% discount on whatever they purchase that day. Hours are Tuesday through Saturday from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m., and donations are accepted on the same days from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m.

You may already know Hailey Minton as one of our writers. She’s also a talented editor. She loves to watch her daughter, Ila, discover new things. Hailey and her husband, Bradley, have a secret love of Kookslams on Instagram. The Minton family are expecting a new baby in September. “Hailey has been such an amazing writer for us. She was just out of college when we first met, and she was so eager and excited to write stories for the magazines,” said Connection Publishing’s owner, Ryan Spelts.” It has been fun to see her progress and mature while still keeping that excitement for the story. She is like family to us, and we are so glad we crossed paths five years ago.” While studying business management and marketing at BYU Hawaii, she knew friends who had worked at the campus magazine, which she thought would be a good experience to explore in her last semester. “It was always super fun to do something that interested me,” said Hailey. “I feel like if you listen with the intent to share with others, it helps things to sink in a lot more.” After graduating six months later, she was invited to return to the magazine to complete an internship as an editor.

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At a media conference in Manhattan, Hailey discovered how different hyper-local news could be from the norm, which really resonated with her. After graduating, she later met Ryan and came to Connection Publishing through a series of networking events.

Hailey has since been an integral part of Connection Publishing as writer and editor. “It has engaged my mind, while also giving me an excuse to reach out and connect with people in my community,” said Hailey.

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“I would love to live in any of the communities we cover, where there are so many awesome people who have great stories and give back to their own communities. We really live in an amazing place. It makes me happy when I hear about people trying something new because of something I’ve written.”

After interviewing so many of the different and interesting people in our communities, Hailey says, she would likely need three lifetimes to pursue all the things she’s interested in. But, for the time being, she’ll just keep being a writer.

“There’s so much to learn, and from so many people, if you're genuinely curious,” said Hailey.

Advanced Local is unique because they are a small firm that works extraordinarily well together, and their focus is on driving traffic through Google maps, which allows them to be more competitive at delivering legitimate leads that actually turn into real business.

Seven years working in the advertising industry led him to other professionals who helped him learn marketing for today’s world. Among Dan’s most significant career lessons has been learning how to provide a legitimate service that solves a problem.

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“We know that out of every single search at least half have local intent,” said Vance. “Food, clothing, the whole gamut. More and more businesses are eager to grow their businesses on the Internet. Though most of our clients are in the autoindustry. We want to work with people right here.”

If ever you have the pleasure of meeting him, I’m pretty sure you’ll be able to hear the humor in his voice.

What’s uniquely special about Advanced Local is they help small businesses' rank in mobile search rather than the type of marketing strategies that were typical ten years ago. They’re what you might call inside champions.

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“We want to help you get found, convert, and grow,” said Vance. “We tell our clients it’s a serious thing for us because we feel like we have skin in the game with them. If they struggle, we feel the struggle; when they’re winning, we’re winning.”

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In his downtime you’ll find Dan spending time with family. They like to be outdoors and travelling to different places where they can experience new things. But, then again, sometimes just mowing his lawn makes him happy. Also, Dan likes tacos, so look for him on taco night.

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“What it really does is, it teaches players that hard work might not get you a win,” said Tremea, “but it will teach you to

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C learfield resident and former Captain of the North Davis Fire District, Chris Tremea, is now the President of the Ute Conference for Clearfield, Northridge, Syracuse, and Layton Christian Academy districts. This is a quick story about how devoted he and the people he works with are to the young people in our community, and of course, to the game of football. Tremea has also been running his own CPR business, CPR Saves, for more than 26 Establishedyears. in 1966, the purpose of the Ute Conference is to provide opportunity for all players to enjoy and participate in the active competition of the game of football. With over 8,000 players on its teams, and 540 of those players right here, the Ute Conference is one of the largest conferences in the Withcountry.full support from Clearfield City’s Mayor Mark Shepherd and City Council Member Nike Peterson, the Ute Conference works hard to acquaint players with the fundamentals of the game such as passing, running, kicking, blocking, and tackling. This allows players to maintain a sound physical, mental, and moral condition.

Players can register for $285, which covers shoulder pads, jerseys players may keep forever, pants, a helmet, safety equipment, and fees. And this is where the story gets interesting.

“We can’t leave a kid behind just

The Ute Conference Never Leaves Athletes Behind do your chores and to understand and respect that hard work will allow people to see who you really are.” Ute Conference officials, coaches, and officers are dedicated to inspiring youth, regardless of race, color, or creed to practice the ideals of sportsmanship, scholarship, fellowship, team cooperation, and athletic competition. “We pay to use fields in Clearfield City, so as a nonprofit organization, fundraising and our local sponsors are very important to us,” said Tremea. He also mentioned that the people at the Ute Conference donate more volunteer hours than any other organization he’s aware of. That’s a lot of football.

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Through Facebook, Clearfield Connection was given a very clear idea of just how exceptionally keen Chris really is on supporting our community’s young Imaginepeople.you’re a teen, and you enjoy the game of football like no other. The problem is all you’ve been able to do is join a few practices. For the majority of the time, you can only watch your peers play from a distance. Since you’ve done so very well at practice, you get noticed by Coach Kevin Rogers. Not long afterwards, one very helpful president of the Ute Conference, Chris Tremea, picks up the phone to let you know your way is clear and you’re on the team. “We can’t leave a kid behind just because registration is closed,” said Tremea. “Our motto is never leave an athlete Everythingbehind.”prospective players or coaches need to know about the Ute Conference is available online at www. ucfootball.org.

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As cooler weather rolls in, it’s time to start thinking about getting out and taking a hike. A few years ago, we enjoyed seeing the Kokanee Salmon that spawn up a small stream out of Causey Reservoir. We have made this hike, and it is great. The hike is on the easy side of things. It is probably a little long for toddlers, but we saw lots of elementary kids along the path. They were worn out by the end, but it is worth the hike. You must hike or paddle to see Kokanee salmon at Causey Reservoir. You’ll find viewing opportunities at the left-hand and right-hand forks of the South Fork of the Ogden River, which connects to the reservoir. The left-hand fork is not accessible over land — you must use a stand-up paddle board, kayak, or canoe to get there. The right-hand fork can be accessed by land and requires about a 2.5-mile hike in from the Skullcrack Canyon parking area. Peak spawning time is the middle of September If(wildlife.utah.gov).you’reupforahike, go check them out. The salmon turn bright red as they get ready to spawn, and they will be found in a shallow creek. Make sure to leave them alone and stay out of the water so you don’t crush the eggs. That way, we have plenty of salmon to go see again next year.

Causey Reservoir, Kokanee Salmon Run

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Raquel has loved to bake since she was a little child. She grew up in Brazil and has fond memories of going to her grandmothers house to bake. Her grandmother would help her and she learned from a very young age how to make delicious cakes. She worked as a flight attendant for 15 years and during that time continued to bake and learn decorating skills. Her husband was offered a job in Utah and they moved here. They also had a daughter and Raquel loved making cakes for her. When they would have parties parents of her daughters friends would see her amazing cakes and tell her over and over that she should start a cake making business. She waited until her daugher was about 12 years old before she started selling some cakes. Word of mouth worked well for her as she started getting calls from people who had seen her cakes and wanted to order. Raquel and her husband decided to form a business and to pursue making cakes more seriously. In 2020 they decided to open a store front and found a place in Clearfield, however because of the pandemic it took forever to get the remodeling done and they weren’t able to open the store until 2021. Sprinkle Berry Cakes can be found at 540 E 1700 S Ste 101, Clearfield, UT 84015. They make custom cakes for birthdays, weddings and any special occasion. Her Facebook has examples of her beautiful cakes. facebook.com/sprinkleberry She loves to make birthday cakes the most because of how excited the children are when they see their cakes.

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Raquel’s tips for making great cakes are simple, love and patience. She says it sounds cliche but love is really the most important ingredient. She also says patience is important. She always bakes cakes one day before. She says you shouldn’t try and decorate a cake the same day you bake it. It makes things difficult. She also said that decorating is a matter of trial and error. Everyone has a different style and approach and it really take patience and practice to get good a decorating. Raquel was kind enough to share one of her recipes with us so you can make a professional cake. “Love is the key ingredient”

INGREDIENTS 4 cups sugar 2 cups egg whites 6 cups butter 2 Tbsp. vanilla 1 1/2 tsp. salt

INSTRUCTIONS 1. Grease and flour 3 six-inch round cake pans. 2. Mix together the cake mix, flour, salt and sugar, Set aside. 3. In the bowl of an electric mixer beat together the sour cream, water, eggs, vanilla, butter & almond 4.flavoring.Foldin the dry ingredients 5. Bake at 325 degrees Fahrenheit for 40-45 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean. Allow the cake to cool in the pans for 10 minutes before turning out onto wire racks to cool completely.

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2.In a large mixing bowl, mix together flour, sugar, cocoa, baking soda, baking powder, and salt in a stand mixer using a low speed until combined.

Chocolate Cream Cheese Buttercream

A 6-quart KitchenAid bowl will work for this recipe. This recipe yields approximately 3 liters, so feel free to adjust to your needs. Add a small amount of purple food color gel to turn buttercream white. This type of buttercream is not as sweet as American buttercream. You can add a few cups of sifted powdered sugar to sweeten it up.

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7. Frost with your favorite frosting and enjoy!

Chocolate Cake with Cream Cheese Chocolate Frosting By Raquel Oreggia with Sprinkle Berry Cakes

CakeDIRECTIONS 1. Preheat oven to 350 degrees Fahrenheit. Lightly butter three 9-inch cake rounds. Dust with flour or cocoa powder and tap out the excess. Alternatively, you can lightly grease the pans and line with parchment paper.

4. Divide batter evenly amongst the three prepared pans, about 3 cups of batter per pan. Tap the cake pans gently on the counter to allow any bubbles to rise to the top and escape.

1/2 cup vegetable oil 2 tsp. vanilla extract

3. Add eggs, buttermilk, warm water, oil, and vanilla. Beat on a low speed until smooth. This should take just a couple of minutes. Be sure to scrape the sides and bottom of the bowl so that everything gets mixed in.

Swiss ButtercreamMeringue

1 Tbsp. baking soda 1 1/2 tsp. baking powder 1 1/2 tsp. salt 4 large eggs 1 1/2 cups buttermilk

5. Bake for 30-35 minutes in a 350 degree oven until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out 6.clean.Cool on wire racks for 15 minutes and then remove the cakes from the pan and place on the wire rack to cool completely.

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3 tsp vanilla extract

4. Use frosting to frost and assemble cake, or transfer to a piping bag for decorating. Once frosted, this cake should be refrigerated but can remain at room temperature for up to 4 hours.

INGREDIENTS 1 box vanilla cake mix (I prefer Betty Crocker) 1 cup all-purpose flour 1 cup granulated sugar generous dash of salt 1 cup sour cream 1 cup water 3 whole eggs 2 tsp. vanilla extract 1/2 Tbsp. butter flavoring 1 tsp. almond flavoring

1 1/2 cups warm water (or brewed coffee)

Frosting 1. In a large bowl, use a hand mixer or stand mixer to beat together butter and cream cheese until fluffy, about 3 minutes.

Chocolate Cream Cheese Buttercream

3 cups all-purpose flour 3 cups granulated sugar 1 1/2 cups unsweetened cocoa powder

7 cups powdered sugar about 1/4 cup milk as needed

INSTRUCTIONS Measure sugar and egg whites in a metal bowl. Place over a double boiler on high heat. Whisk until temperature reaches 60-70 degrees C. Remove from heat. Add salt and whisk on high speed until the mixture has completely cooled and medium to high peaks have formed. Add room temperature butter slowly and cream together.

Frosting 1 1/2 cups butter softened 8 oz cream cheese softened 1 1/2 cups unsweetened cocoa powder

3. Beat in powdered sugar, 1 cup at a time. Add milk as necessary to make a spreadable consistency. The frosting should be very thick and will thicken even more once refrigerated.

2. Add in cocoa powder and vanilla extract. Beat until just combined, about 30 seconds.

French Vanilla Cake Mix by Lana Spencer I like this cake recipe a lot because it’s easy but still tastes homemade. The recipe is great for wedding cakes. The cake stacks really well; it’s dense and moist. It’s just a great recipe and can be used with any cake flavor.

Photography the series by Melissa Spelts

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When we have special events coming up for one of our kids, like a dance or graduation, one of my favorite things to do is to have that child completely ready for pictures and drive around just looking for great spots. I have taken the coolest pictures next to doors, buildings, walls, or open fields by simply being open to what I see in that moment.

When I take dance pictures for my teens, I love to find cool walls or barns to snap pictures by. If walls or buildings are facing the right way, they create a shadow that makes the lighting ideal. It is easier to work with and stays that way longer, unlike trying to time pictures for the perfect “golden hour” right as the sun sets. I also like to have two locations for every shoot. The best locations have multiple backdrops in one spot. Be respectful and honor private property. One time, I was taking pictures of my friend’s family next to this really cool old barn (it is no longer there). My friend got permission to take pictures from the family that owned the barn. She told me that photographers would walk into the owners back yard without asking. They didn’t mind them using the barn for their backdrop but hated when people didn’t ask. Please make sure to be respectful. Ask for permission if it’s on private property. Clean up any trash that you bring in. This will help keep these locations available for years to come. Happy photographing!

When I was 27 years old, Ryan bought me a used DSLR camera for my birthday. I fell in love with photography and started to see potential photo locations everywhere I went. If you are a photographer or a “wannabe” like me, you probably know that we are blessed with amazing photo locations here in Utah.

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Welcome to family bingo time! The name of the game is to spend time together doing fun and educational things. For each of these items you do, take a picture while in the activity or make note of it and mark it on this bingo board. Once you get five in a row up, down, side-to-side, or diagonally, you are a winner. Winners get a $5 gift card for a free Chick-Fil-A sandwich or a Scooters drink: your choice. Please email winning bingo entries to Melissa@connectionpub.com. Everyone can be a winner, and multiple family members can win. Limit five gift cards per household, no purchase necessary.

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