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he water supply for the Wasatch Front comes from three water sheds: the Bear River, the Weber River, and the Provo River Basins. An interesting geological note is that all three of these rivers have their headwaters in the Uinta Mountains, just south of the Utah-Wyoming border. The Weber River Basin is bookended by the Bear River and the Provo River Basins. Our water supply is managed by the Weber Basin Water Conservancy District located at the intersection of SR 193 and US Highway 89. Most of our culinary and secondary water here in Syracuse comes from Echo Reservoir. As you can see in the teacup diagram, Echo Reservoir was only at 17% of capacity on August 11th this year. At that point, we still had more than a month to go until secondary water shut off. That will occur on September 20th.

I want to thank the council and staff for their careful management of our water systems. They have two systems to manage, which is unique among Utah cities. Most of the solution to our water shortage came from you, our residents. You quickly began to follow city guidelines for watering this year. You were wonderful. After July 1st, the city saw a marked increase in those following guidelines. Thank you for your compliance.

Again, you give me evidence of the goodness of this community.

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We are not out of the woods, however. It will take a couple of heavy snow years to recharge our storage up stream.

I’m reminded of a short film by T.C. Christensen entitled, The Pump1. In this short, a man driving to Rice, Nevada, in 1947, takes a short cut to Las Vegas along an abandoned road. He has car trouble and must walk for help. He arrives at a ghost town, dying of thirst, and discovers a single hand pump over an abandoned well. He finds a quart jar with water in it and a note to prime the pump with the water; not to drink it. In his haste, he drinks the water but ends up dying. The final scene shows a drop of water coming from the pump. There was water there, but he mismanaged it. It might be wise to add prayer to our management tool belt. Water, as we all know, comes free from above.

Mayor Mike Gailey

1 The Pump; TC Christensen, 1988

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Syracuse City Updates Your City Council at Work On August 10th, the council met in a business meeting and took the following actions: 1.

Established the tax rate for property taxes assessed by Syracuse City

2. Appointed Jeremy Turner to the Architectural Review Committee, Amy Gill to the Board of Adjustment, and Robert Kirk to the Parks Advisory Committee 3. Land Use Issues: • Approved rezone application from A-1 to MXD and GC for the property at 817 W. 1700 S. •

Approved the amendment of the development agreement governing the Holt Mixed Use Development at 1225 W. 1700 S. to allow single-story commercial office units.

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Approved a rezone application from GC to PRD for a townhome development at 2376 W. 1700 S.

4. Updated fees associated with hydrant water use by developers 5. Amended the council’s bylaws and procedures to address electronic participation in meetings The council also held a town hall meeting on August 5th to explain the changes to the paramedic service within Syracuse and to discuss secondary water issues related to the drought.

You can participate in council meetings by attending in-person or virtually through Zoom. Public comment is accepted from both in-person and virtual attendees.

until they are completely clear of the crosswalk and the crossing guard lowers their sign before you can proceed; this applies even if you are planning to make a right-hand turn.

Back to School Reminders School is back in session, and Syracuse Police Department is reminding drivers to slow down and be aware of crosswalks, bus stops, and intersections.

Please DO NOT STOP in the crosswalks. If you stop in a crosswalk, not only is it illegal, but it makes it very difficult for those trying, cross the street. They then must walk into traffic to walk around your vehicle. Also, if there are people in the crosswalk with a crossing guard, you must wait

Please see the school S.N.A.P. (Student Neighborhood Access Program) for further information regarding safe walking routes to and from school for your children. This information is typically found on the school’s website.

Last, but not least, please remember to STOP for a school bus when its red lights are flashing and the stop sign is out. In residential areas and non-divided highways (1000 West for example), vehicles in both directions must stop for a school bus when its red lights are flashing and the stop sign is out.

Working together, we can make this a safe year for all our school-age children; remember, look out – school’s in session.

Help keep our kids safe!

Lady Lions Garage Sale The Syracuse Lady Lions, sponsored by the Syracuse Regional Museum, will be hosting a garage sale on Saturday, September 25th, 2021, 7 a.m. - 12 p.m. It will take place in the Syracuse Regional Museum parking lot. Stop by and support the local Lady Lions!

Blacksmithing 101 at the Museum Come join us for an exciting demonstration class. These events are FREE during our Top of Utah Museum Week participation.

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Public Works Update Water Conservation

Echo reservoir is the largest reservoir that delivers water to Syracuse. It is nearly depleted. Here are some things you may consider to improve water conservation:

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Buy a smart clock controller for your sprinkler system. It allows you to control water use while considering local weather conditions. It is controlled from an app on your phone. This is also handy while checking for repairs by turning on or off the setting while you are watching the zone. Utah Division of Water Resources is offering 50% rebate on your cost of a smart controller.

Consider using xeriscape for areas of your property, particularly if it gets very little foot traffic or if the area is too small for over-reaching spray heads on sprinklers, such as park strips. There are incentives to flip your strip if it is landscaped with grass in front of a single-family house.

You may call public works to inquire about free excavation of grass in the park-strip. By eliminating grass from park strips, thousands of gallons of water that over-spray onto the road and sidewalk and drain into the storm system will be saved and can be used for more useful areas in your yard.

Mow your grass at the highest setting to allow the grass to shade the roots. Allow the grass clippings to remain on your lawn as mulch, then sweep or rake up any excess clippings. Be sure to sweep any grass clippings that are in the gutter or street to keep the storm system clear and able to handle large rainstorms.

Season is ending, temperatures are cooling

Temperatures are cooling, and there are fewer daylight hours as we approach the autumn season. Remember to adjust your sprinkler clock to reduce the water duration and number of days. We recommend that you follow the Utah Division of Water Resources “Weekly Watering Guide”. https://conservewater.utah. gov/guide.html

Water Meter Lids and Secondary Water Valve Lids

Please be sure to keep your water meter lid and secondary water valve lids accessible. Also, be sure that new landscape does not cover or bury the lids. Trim overgrowth of lawn and vegetation to prevent them from covering the lid. This will allow the city to provide better service to you. It also allows a rapid response in an emergency, when a valve may need to be turned off in order to protect your home and property.

Building and Equipment Maintenance

Some things to consider while working around outside buildings and equipment include the following: Look for any types of leaks. Oil, grease, hydraulic fluid, fuel or any type of liquid running out of heavy equipment, small equipment, garbage cans, barrels, and fueling stations.

These items would all be considered pollutants that may run into a storm drain system.

When you see these kinds of situations, take time to fix, replace, or take care of the problem. THIS WILL HELP PREVENT POLLUTANTS FROM ENTERING THE STORM DRAIN AND POLLUTING OUR WATER.

Secondary water will be turned off on September 20th.

Employee Spotlight- Recreation Assistants Our employee spotlight this month goes to our Recreation Assistants, better known as the “Rec. Crew.” They are the backbone of our youth programs, special events, and monitoring gym and track at the community center. Recreation Assistants are made up of 35-45 young individuals between the ages of 14-19, and for some of them, it’s their first job. They are trained in officiating multiple sports that include soccer, flag football, baseball, and basketball. Not only are they trained to officiate but to also run drills for the younger age, like Pre-Kicks Soccer. The Rec. Crew helps to monitor the gym and track within the community center and helps with keeping the facility nice and clean. They assist with special events, such as Heritage Days and the Pumpkin Walk. Thank you, Recreation Assistants, for all you do for Syracuse Parks and Recreation - the service you give to the community is unmeasurable.

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Syracuse City Arts Council The SCAC Board wants to say Thank You to Tara Wilson and Cindy Hellewell for their years of volunteering time and dedication to this organization, and service to their community.

We wish them well in their new endeavors. They will be greatly missed.

SCAC’s Junior Theatre committee wants to thank all the youth who auditioned for Matilda Jr. It was an incredibly difficult decision to cast 70 children from the 95 who auditioned.

They were all so wonderfully talented. THANK YOU FOR AUDITIONING! Matilda Jr. will be performed Nov 4-6 at the Syracuse Arts Academy Antelope campus, and tickets will go on sale October 1st.

The Symphony Orchestra is resuming their Tuesday evening rehearsals to perform concerts in the fall, Christmas, later winter, and spring, with the dates to be determined soon. If anyone is interested in joining, contact orchestra@syracuseutaharts.org.

SCAC Jazz Band is also rehearsing and will be performing at the Pumpkin Walk venue as a pre-show. Interested? Contact jazzband@syracuseutaharts.org or visit their Facebook page www.facebook.com/groups/Syracusecityjazzband/ Board vacancy: Do you love the performing arts? Were you

looking for a way to serve your community? Then we want you! The Syracuse City Arts Council has a position open on our Board of Directors for any Syracuse resident who is interested in serving our community, specifically: First, to present live productions for the cultural education, entertainment, and inspiration of the community.

Second, to foster and develop the artistic talents and skills of families and individuals within Syracuse and the surrounding communities.

Third, to encourage and sponsor social activities designed to foster the foregoing purposes of the Organization.

Board members attend monthly meetings, which are held the first Wednesday of each month. We expect the term for this board position to start Sept. 2021, and end Aug. 2025. Please send your letters of interest to info@syracuseutaharts.org.

Please include your contact information, including address to verify you are a resident of Syracuse, and why you wish to serve on the SCAC Board in your letter. Submitted letters of interest received on or before Sept 28, 2021, will be considered by the Board at the Oct 6, 2021, SCAC Board meeting The SCAC will be having their monthly Board meeting on October 6th, at 8 p.m., at the Syracuse City Hall. These meetings are open to the public, and individuals wishing to make public comments will be limited to three minutes each. You may send ideas or comments to info@syracuseutaharts.org; your email will be read to the SCAC Board of Directors.

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Parks & Recreation Department Jr. Jazz Basketball

Registration dates: 1st Session: August 1- September 30 Divisions: Itty Bitty Hoops (participant MUST be registered in kindergarten), 1st-grade boys, 2nd-grade boys, 1st/2nd-grade girls, 3rd/4th-grade girls, 5th/6th-grade girls, 7th9th-grade girls, 10th-12th- grade girls *Leagues will tentatively begin the end of October and run until mid-December.

2nd Session: August 1 – October 31 Divisions: 3rd-grade boys, 4th-grade boys, 5th-grade boys, 6th-grade boys, 7th-grade boys, 8th-grade boys, 9th-grade boys, 10th-12th-grade boys *Leagues will tentatively begin mid-December and run until March.

Cost: Itty Bitty Hoops (participant MUST be registered in kindergarten): $47.00 1st-4th-grade boys and 1st-6th-grade girls: $52.00 5th-12th-grade boys and 7th-12th-grade girls: $57.00 **Teams for Itty Bitty and 1st/2nd grade will be organized by the Parks and Recreation Department. 3rd- 8th and 7th- 9th-grade girls will be organized through drafts. **9th- 12th-grade boys and 10th-12th-grade girls must register as a team.

FOR MORE DETAILED INFORMATION on programs, go to www.syracuseut.gov

Heart and Soul Paint Night

Come enjoy a night to relax, have fun, and create your own masterpiece! All supplies will be provided.

Instructor: Sheila Worley Place: Syracuse Community Center Cost: $30 per night Ages: 10 and up Time: 6 p.m.-8 p.m.

VOLUNTEERS NEEDED Syracuse City needs volunteers to help carve 1000+ pumpkins for this year’s Pumpkin Walk. Pumpkins will be available on October 15th and need to be returned by October 20th. For more information or to reserve your pumpkins, call the Syracuse Community Center at 801-614-9660 opt. 1.

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Dates and Paintings: Friday, September 17th | Halloween Trick or Treat Friday, October 8th | Christmas Time Friday, November 12th | Let It Snow

>>To see examples of the paintings, go to Syracuse UT Parks and Recreation Facebook Page.

Adult Fitness Move your body with one of our fitness classes, the FIRST ONE IS FREE!

PUMP IT UP!

Boost your metabolism and tone your muscles with resistance training.

We provide hand weights and exercise balls; you just bring your own exercise mat. All skill levels are welcome. We suggest different options, so you can work at your own pace.

Where: Syracuse Community Center When: Tuesday Time: 9 a.m.

Cost: First class is free | $3 drop-in | 10-time punch pass for $20

STEP IT UP!

Work your heart, muscles and mind in this fun, energetic workout!

All skill levels are welcome; we offer low and high intensity options for you to choose from. ​​​Find more info on Facebook at Syracuse Fitness Classes When: Monday, Wednesday, Friday Time: 9 a.m.

Cost: First class is free | $3 drop-in | 10-time punch pass for $20

HIGH FITNESS

When: Every Thursday Time: 6:10 a.m.

Cost: First class is free | $5 drop-in | 10-time punch pass for $30

Syracuse City Municipal General Election Candidates Candidates for Mayor (4-year term) • Dave Maughan • Michael Gailey Candidates for two Councilmember At-Large Seats (4-year term): • Paul Watson • Jordan B. Savage • Jennifer Carver • Brett D. Cragun Each candidate is given the opportunity to submit biographical information to a statewide voter information website (https:// votesearch.utah.gov/voter-search/search/search-by-address/ candidates-and-issues) as well as to the Davis County website (www.daviscountyutah.gov/clerk-auditor/elections/candidates).

The General Election will be held November 2, 2021; all registered voters will be mailed a vote-by-mail ballot 21 days prior to Election Day. Ballots can be returned by-mail or via a

drop box location outside the Syracuse Branch of the Davis County Library. Those wishing to vote in person rather than bymail will have the opportunity to cast their ballot on Election Day; polls will be open from 7:00 a.m. to 8:00 p.m. at the Syracuse Branch of the Davis County Library, 1875 S. 2000 W. In order to vote in person, a registered voter must surrender their mailed ballot.

Voter registration can be completed up to 11 days prior to Election Day via mail, online, or in person in the Davis County Clerk’s Office. Voters who miss the registration deadline may vote provisionally in person on Election Day. Visit the Davis County Website, https://www.daviscountyutah.gov/clerk-auditor/ elections/voter-registration for more information and link to register to vote online. You must have been a resident of Syracuse City for at least 30 days to be able to participate in the election.

Any questions regarding any aspect of Municipal Elections can be directed to the City Recorder, Cassie Brown, at 801-614-9633 or cassieb@syracuseut.com.

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How to Stay Warm with NO ELECTRICITY Winter is coming. Severe weather could mean electrical outages.

What will you do? Here are some practical ideas from previous experiences: 1. Secure your home to prevent heat loss.

A. Block cold air entry points such as around windows and doors, exhaust fans, vents, chimney, etc.

• Use tape to seal doors.

• Use plastic to cover window leaks.

• Use blankets to insulate openings.

2. Stay in one room. a. Set up a tent or make a tent with blankets to sleep in.

Inside the tent can easily be 20 degrees warmer than the ambient air. b. Basements can be warmer in the winter. c. Conserve room temperatures by maintaining applied barriers.

3. Dress appropriately to stay warm. a. Layers work best.

• Layer to stay warm.

• Cover your head.

• Protect hands and feet from cold.

• Take off a layer to avoid overheating.

4. Drink warm liquids and eat hot foods. a. Make sure you cook in a ventilated area to avoid carbon monoxide poisoning. Keep a battery-operated detector close by.

5. Stay active. a. Get up and move around. b. Play games that keep you moving.

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Surviving Disasters

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FIRE PREVENTION WEEK October 3-9, 2021

There will be an Open House for everyone to attend at the Fire Station on October 7th.

Rapid Disaster Assessment Program There will be a RDAP training for everyone at the Syracuse Fire Station on September 18th, at 11 a.m. to 12:30 p.m.. Come and learn how you can help if and when a disaster should come our way.

CERT Training Due to the new COVID-19 guidelines, CERT training will be offered starting on September 9th, at 6:30 p.m., at the Syracuse Fire Station. They will continue through October 23, 2021. Part of the course can be completed online. The Syracuse City Disaster Preparedness Committee encourages every able-bodied adult to receive the training.

On September 11, at 10 a.m. there will be a free Zoom class on preparing to survive disasters like Texas experienced last year. Presented by Provident Preppers. We invite all to connect to this free class. https://us02web.zoom.us/j/82176522720 Meeting ID: 821 7652 2720

Open Seat available with the Syracuse City Planning Commission The Planning Commission consists of seven members appointed by the mayor with the advice and consent of the city council. Two alternate members may be appointed to act as a voting member of the Planning Commission in the absence of any regular voting member. These members are citizens in our community and have a variety of professional and vocational backgrounds.

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There is currently one open seat available with the Planning Commission.

To see more information on it, please check out our website: https://syracuseut.gov/250/Planning-Commission.

To apply for the open seat, please reach out to Shauna Greer at sgreer@syracuseut.com.

Key Community Contacts MAYOR

Michael Gailey: 801-589-0976 mgailey@syracuseut.com

COUNCIL MEMBERS

Lisa W. Bingham: 801-725-2300 lbingham@syracuseut.com Corinne Bolduc: 801-529-5779 cbolduc@syracuseut.com Dave Maughan: 801-927-7752 dmaughan@syracuseut.com Jordan Savage: 385-424-0258 jsavage@syracuseut.com

Syracuse City Information Syracuse Library

Located at 1875 S 2000 W in Syracuse.

Hours: 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. Phone: (801) 451-1850

Job Openings

For a list of current openings with Syracuse City, hover over the Government tab and click on the ‘Employment Opportunities’ link on our main city page www.syracuseut.gov. You can also sign up for Job Alerts by going to that same link.

Fix-It Requests

We appreciate our citizens who help the city to be aware of issues that need to be addressed such as road repairs, street light/sign repair, park maintenance, water problems (culinary and secondary), garbage can pickup, code ordinance enforcement, and employee feedback. The city website is a great tool for providing us with notifications. The Fix-it Request link can be found on our home page by clicking on the REPORT A CONCERN icon.

Passport Applications

Passport application processing services are offered at City Hall between 9 a.m.- 4 p.m. Processing takes approximately 20-30 minutes per application Due to volume, appointments are required on Monday and Friday. On Tuesday through Thursday, appointments are recommended, but walk-ins are accepted and served in order of arrival. For multiple applications and/or photos, wait times may be longer. All required forms, photos, and payments must be completed prior to 4 p.m. to be accepted the same day. Applications can be found on the www.travel. state.gov website. Application fees must be paid with a check or money order made payable to the U.S. Department of State.

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SYRACUSE SERVICES

City Arts Council: 801-896-8101 volunteer@syracuseutaharts.org City Hall: 801-825-1477 1979 W 1900 S Open Mon-Fri, 8 a.m. - 5 p.m., closed holidays City Museum: 801-614-9674 Hours: Tues-Fri 2-6 p.m.

Community Center: 801-614-9660 1912 W 1900 S Summer hours: Mon-Thurs-6 a.m.-8 p.m.; Fri- 6 a.m.- 8 p.m.; Sat - 8 a.m. - 12 p.m.

Fire Station: 801-614-9614 1869 S 3000 W Lady Lions Service & Social Club: 801-825-1752 Lions Club: 801-719-1804 Utah Lions District 28UT (open to all) Parks & Recreation: 801-614-9660 1912 W 1900 S parksandrecreation@syracuseut.com Police Station: 801-825-4400 1751 S 2000 W Post Office: 801-614-9677 (Inside City Hall) Public Works Facility: 801-825-7235 3061 S 2400 W Utilities Department: 801-825-1477 Opt #2 Volunteer/Eagle Scout Projects: Lesley Draper 801-614-9655 ldraper@syracuseut.com Youth Council: 801-643-8996 September 2021 | syracuseconnection.com 11

“Striving To Make A Difference In People’s Lives”

SEPTEMBER EVENTS Senior Events Syracuse Community Center 1912 W 1900 S, Syracuse, Utah 84075 Call (801) 614-9660 #1 to register MONTHLY MOVIE Wednesday, Sept. 15, 2021, at 1 p.m.

FREE ~ Please RSVP THINK TUESDAY Tuesday, Sept. 7 & 21 2021, at 10 a.m.

FREE ~ Please RSVP Typical games played are: Mexican Train, Three to Kings, Tri-Ominos, Nada, and Yahtzee BOOK CLUB Tuesday, Sept. 21, 2021, at 2 p.m. – 3 p.m.

(Contact Judy Price - (801) 549-7210) BUS TRIP Friday, Sept. 24, 2021, the bus leaves at 10:15 a.m. SCENIC DRIVE & LUNCH Let’s go for a drive and lunch at the Midway Mercantile in Midway, Utah.

After lunch, we will stop by the Heber Valley Creamery (a small shop with local cheeses and ice cream) then drive home the scenic way! $2/per person (Lunch on your own)

School Events SYRACUSE HIGH SCHOOL Sept. 1: Cross Country Pre Region @ Layton Park at 3:30 p.m.

Sept. 2: Girls Soccer @ Davis at 3:30 p.m. | Girls Tennis vs. Davis at 3:30 p.m. | Volleyball vs. Layton at 3:30 p.m.

Sept. 3: Football vs. Salem Hills @ Syracuse High School at 7 p.m.

Sept. 6: Labor Day - No School Sept. 7: Boys Golf @ Remuda at 2 p.m. | Girls Soccer @ Layton High at 3:30 p.m. | Girls Tennis @ Weber High at 3:30 p.m.

Sept. 9: Girls Soccer @ Weber High at 3:30 p.m.

Sept. 10: Football vs. Weber @ Syracuse High at 7 p.m.

Sept. 13 - 17: Club Week Sept. 14: Girls Soccer @ Clearfield at 3:30 p.m. | Girls Tennis vs Clearfield @ Syracuse High at 3:30 p.m. | Volleyball @ Weber High at 3:30 p.m.

Sept. 15: Cross Country Davis District Championships @ Layton Park at 3:30 p.m.

Sept. 16: Girls Tennis @ Fremont High at 3:30 p.m. | Volleyball vs. Farmington @

SENIORS LUNCH & BINGO Wednesday, Sept. 29, 2021, at 12 p.m.

Guest Speaker: Flu Shot Clinic (11 a.m. - 2 p.m.)

Suggested donation: $3/person Must RSVP by Sept. 22 SENIOR YOGA Tuesdays & Thursdays at 8 a.m.

Available for anyone aged 50+/$1 or 60+/$0.50 FREE with membership to the Syracuse Community Center PICKLEBALL Tuesdays & Thursdays at 9 a.m.

Adults/$2 or Seniors 60+/$0.50 FREE with membership to the Syracuse Community Center Senior Citizens Newsletter visit: www.syracuserecreation.com

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It’s cross country season!

Good luck runners!

Syracuse High at 3:30 p.m.

Sept. 17: Football @ Davis High at 7 p.m.

Sept. 20 - 25: Homecoming Week Sept. 20: Girls Tennis Region Meet @ Ogden High Sept. 21: Girls Tennis Region Meet @ Ogden High | Girls Soccer vs.

Farmington @ Syracuse at 3:30 p.m. | Volleyball @ Fremont High at 3:30 p.m.

Sept. 23: Girls Soccer @ Fremont at 3:30 p.m. | Volleyball vs. Clearfield @ Syracuse at 3:30 p.m.

Sept. 24: Midterm | Boys Golf @ Wolf Creek at 9 a.m. | Varsity vs. Clearfield @ Syracuse High at 7 p.m.

Sept. 27: Boys Golf @ Bountiful Ridge at 8 a.m. | Parent-Teacher Conferences at 3:15 p.m.

Sept. 28: Girls Soccer vs. Davis @ Syracuse High at 3:30 p.m. | Volleyball @ Davis High at 3:30 p.m.

Sept. 30: Girls Tennis State Meet @ Liberty Park | Girls Soccer vs. Layton @ Syracuse High at 3:30 p.m. | Volleyball @ Layton High at 3:30 p.m.

CLEARFIELD HIGH Sept. 1: Cross County Pre Region @ Layton Park Sept. 2: Girls Soccer @ Weber at 3:30 p.m. | Volleyball vs. Fremont at 3:30 p.m.

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

Sept. 6: Labor Day - No School Sept. 7: Boys Golf @ Remuda at 2 p.m. | Tennis vs. Farmington at 3:30 p.m.

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

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

Sept. 13 - 18: Homecoming Week Sept. 13: Movie Night at 8 p.m.

Sept. 14: Girls Soccer vs. Syracuse at 3:30 p.m. | Tennis @ Syracuse at 3:30 p.m. | Volleyball @ Farmington at 3:30

Davis County Library Events Virtual storytimes will continue throughout September. You can register for a link at https://bit.ly/3whpJIe We are also hosting an in-person story time each week. They are held each Tuesday at 10:30 a.m. at the Syracuse Branch. You can also check for upcoming programs at www.daviscountyutah.gov/library/programs.

p.m. | Homecoming activity - Splat at 5:30 p.m.

Sept. 15: Davis District Championships @ Layton Park | Boys Golf @ Valley View at 8 a.m.

Sept. 16: Homecoming Club Chalk Art at 2:30 p.m. | Girls Soccer @ Davis at 3:30 p.m. | Tennis vs. Layton at 3:30 p.m. | Volleyball vs. Davis at 3:30 p.m.

Sept. 17: Tailgate at 5 p.m. | Football vs.

Weber @ Home at 7 p.m.

Sept. 18: Homecoming Dance at 8 p.m.

Sept. 21: Girls Soccer vs. Fremont at 3:30 p.m.

Sept. 23: Girls Soccer @ Farmington at 3:30 p.m. | Volleyball @ Syracuse at 3:30 p.m.

Sept. 24: Boys Golf Region @ Wolf Creek at 9 a.m. | Football @ Syracuse at 7 p.m.

Sept. 27 - Oct. 1: Club Rush Week Sept. 27: Boys Golf Region @ Bountiful Ridge at 8 a.m. | Parent-Teacher Conferences at 3 p.m.

Sept. 28: Parent-Teacher Conferences at 3 p.m. | Girls Soccer vs. Weber at 3:30 p.m. | Volleyball @ Layton at 3:30 p.m.

Sept. 30: Volleyball @ Fremont at 3:30 p.m.

SYRACUSE JR. HIGH Sept. 1: Volleyball Kaysville @ Syracuse at 3:15 p.m.

Sept. 6: Labor Day - No School Sept. 8: Volleyball Syracuse @ Legacy at 3:15 p.m.

Sept. 13: Volleyball Syracuse @ Sunset at 3:15 p.m.

Sept. 15: Volleyball North Davis @ Syracuse at 3:15 p.m.

Sept. 20: Boys Basketball Conditioning @ TBA Sept. 22: Volleyball West Point @ Syracuse at 3:15 p.m.

Sept. 27: Volleyball Syracuse @ North Layton at 3:15 p.m.

Enjoy the three day weekend!

LEGACY JR. Sept. 1: Volleyball Legacy @ North Layton at 3:15 p.m.

Sept. 6: Labor Day - No School Sept. 8: Volleyball Syracuse @ Legacy at 3:15 p.m.

Sept. 13: Volleyball Kaysville @ Legacy at 3:15 p.m.

Sept. 15: Volleyball Legacy @ Fairfield at 3:15 p.m.

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+ A LOOK BACK

The history of the Youth Council

BY JENNY GOLDSBERRY

L

ike most other cities, Syracuse has a city council.

In addition, they have a separate youth council which many cities don’t. For Syracuse, it’s been a huge advantage to have youth pursuing projects all over the city.

There’s no hourly commitment; just come participate once a month, and you can be a part of the Youth City Council too!

The youth council started in the late 80s.

Syracuse elected DeLore W. Thurgood as Mayor The Youth Council helps with Thanksgiving turkey donations in 2018 city departments. in 1985. He served until In addition to their 1991, but not without project management, every member is paired with a volunteer making some lasting impacts. Under his administration, advisor. These are residents with lifelong careers and wisdom the youth council began. He even started publishing a to share. Then, on top of that, they get to know a new city quarterly newsletter, which would later become the Syracuse department every month. Emergency services have hosted Connection magazine you’re reading now. them for ride-alongs. Food pantries have given tours and Nearly 30 years later, the council is still going strong. Not service inspiration for some members. Everything from even COVID-19 could kill it. The council continues via the the Syracuse Museum to local schools are possible project ideas of each council member. When a new member joins, locations. their experience is completely up to them. They decide what Lisa Bingham has been the liaison to the council for the past projects to pursue and even pitch new ideas to Councilmember two years. She’s seen how the members become mentors to Lisa Bingham, who helps guide younger kids. Often, kids like hearing from other kids. The the youth council. council has plans to visit more local schools in the works. As a Currently, the youth council put result, kids would actually take their advice.

BE A PART OF together a booth at a mental “Kids aspire to be them, they emulate them,” Lisa said. She’s wellness event. Communities THE COUNCIL! seen kids inspired to make better choices because of the That Care hosted car crash examples from the council.

Join now!

You survivor, Sarah Frei, as an Currently, there are seven members. But there’s no limit to can join the inspirational speaker. Even the number of members. There’s no hourly commitment; just James Violet of The Voice made council by emailing come participate once a month, and you can be a part of the an appearance at their event.

Lisa Bingham Youth City Council too. So, if you have an idea of some change Members aren’t just teenagers lbingham@ you’d like to see in Syracuse, consider joining the Youth City interested in politics; they syracuseut.com Council to see it through. get insight into all sorts of

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TWENTIETH ANNIVERSARY 2001-2021

TO SYRACUSE AND BEYOND. Syracuse firefighters travel to fight wildfires and reflect on the 9/11 attack

BY HAILEY MINTON

Fire Chief Aaron Byington said they require all Syracuse firefighters to have the necessary training to fight wildfires. Antelope Island is under their protection, and firefighting in wild areas requires different tools and techniques than structure fires. Syracuse city has two brush trucks, and they have the capacity to go out and help other areas that need assistance when they get the call. Wildland season begins anywhere from May and lasts through October.

This year, they hired two seasonal wildland firefighters who specialize in fighting those fires; they happen to be twin brothers. They go out on deployment with the full-time staff and respond to fires anywhere in the western United States. In early August, when I chatted with Chief Byington, there was a team in Kellogg, Idaho, fighting the Character Complex Fire.

They send help when it is requested, and they only send it if it doesn’t strain the staffing levels in Syracuse. “Our first priority is here in Syracuse. Benefits come from increased revenues from sending our people out because we bill for that service.” Another benefit is the training they get in different 16 syracuseconnection.com | September 2021

environments. They bring back expertise to share with the rest of the Syracuse crew. “Up in Kellogg, they have some big timbers, and we don’t really have that along the Wasatch front until you get high up on the bench.” This year, they deployed to Arizona, Nevada, Idaho, and they helped out with the Art Nord Fire up at Snow Basin on the 24th of July. That fire spread over about 50 acres, and all the firefighters assisting were able to contain it before it overtook any homes. There were burn marks 20 feet away from one residence.

Fire departments have each other’s backs, and if someone needs assistance to fight a fire in a different city, other departments will come to help. “If the roles were reversed, and we had a major fire here in Syracuse, we could rely on them to come help us out.” Many brush trucks and additional firefighters are only a radio call away. The Northern Utah Interagency Fire Center is a kind of a dispatch for firefighters.

They get a resource order, and they send out the request to the nearby departments. If the departments nearby don’t have the resources to fill it, the agency casts the net wider. Not long ago, Chief Byington was in Salt Lake, and he saw an ambulance

“IT HAS CHANGED A LOT OF THINGS OVER THE LAST 20 YEARS. THE SENSE OF SECURITY HAS CHANGED. IT SEEMS LIKE ANYTHING CAN HAPPEN NOW.”

from Arizona heading up north to help out.

Chief Byington explained the work can be exhilarating, but there’s a side of it that’s not as glamorous.

With wildland fires, sometimes they need someone a mile or two away from the fire to watch for spot fires. Ashes will carry and set another fire, up to a mile away. Someone needs to put it out before it can grow. “Sometimes, you’re just sitting and watching. You’re roughing it, like it’s an extended camping trip.” He explained there is a feeling that comes with going into a building on fire and fighting it. “It’s exhilarating. The adrenaline is going and it’s pretty cool. There’s a feeling you get from doing that.” However, when it’s all over, and the adrenaline wears off, you still need to clean up and write reports. Altogether, Chief Byington said it has been a great career for him, and he’s loved it.

Some of the firefighters on the cover are just beginning their careers. For Gunnar Simpson, it was his first day! It’s been 20 years since the 9/11 attack, and I asked each of them what they remembered from that day. Scott Turnbow was a firefighter at the time, and he said he never thought something like that could happen here. “It has changed a lot of things over the last 20 years. There’s a lot more training for terrorism and active shooters now. The sense of security has changed. It seems like anything can happen now. It doesn’t just happen overseas.”

Chief Byington was also in the fire service at that time, and he was blown away by the live coverage. “I drove to the station, and we all watched the towers fall, in total shock.” With a lot of the crew being so young at the time, some didn’t have memories of it. Rich Brough, who was in high school at the time, remembers watching it in class. “I understood it was bad, but I didn’t fully understand the full gravity of the situation.”

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

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

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

MEMORIAL EVENTS Sept. 9th & 10th

9 a.m. - 1 p.m.: 9/11 Exhibit Field Trips @ Weber County Fair Grounds 4 p.m. - 8 p.m.:Fairgrounds Exhibit Free & Open to the Public @ Weber County Fairgrounds. This includes the 9/11 Project Immersive Museum, community service exhibitors, “Touch a Truck” parking lot exhibit, and live entertainment.

Sept. 11th

6:46 a.m.: Early Morning Fire Memorials @ Roy Fire Station No. 31 @ Riverdale Fire Station No. 41

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

Dr. Justin Stevenson, Owner/D.C. Weber Spine and Joint Kassy Stegen, Office Manager, Operations, Financials Stegens

Pablo Padilla, Owner JS Pro Finishes

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

Josh Grow, Agent/Office Manager A Insurance Braeden Jones, Owner/ Manager Dallas Green

Dr. Sequoia Earl, Owner/D.C. Simply Wellness

Melissa Miller, Youth Council Supervisor Plain City

Dr. Hailegh Emerson, Physician Tanner Clinic

Jeff Hadley, Owner/Operator Timberland Custom Cabinetry

Alexa Romeo, Owner/Occupational Therapist Solei Rehab

Bryson Grow, Owner/ Operator BRG Construction

Jasmine Manley My Mind and Body Collective

Courtney Hadley, MRI Technologist Mckay Dee Hospital MRI Technologist

Mandy Hillman, HR Director SymbolArts Chris Zenger, Owner Great Harvest Bread

JD Casperson Sales Manager Master Home Services Dr. Marc Mitton, Physician Rocky Mountain Dermatology

Jordan Holmes, Owner/ Operator Rock Hard Construction Angie- Angie's, Owner/ Operator Kinder Academy

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

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

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hen Josh Grow decided to become a certified mechanic, he didn’t realize he would miss customer interaction. When preparing to graduate, he was pursuing an internship with one of the large automotive manufacturers back east and realized that he couldn’t keep his mechanic job while leaving for a season.

His dad, Roger, was in the process of buying A-Insurance at the time and offered him a job with the option to leave for his internship and come back if he wanted. He accepted, quickly became licensed, and began working with clients before leaving for his internship. Josh enjoyed his time at

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Cummins but later realized that he missed the face-to-face interaction he had with clients. He liked the problem solving he experienced as a mechanic but missed the relationships with customers. With insurance, he was able to walk his clients through the challenges they faced when needing insurance and personally helped them fix their problems.

Today, Josh runs the Kaysville office, with plans to eventually buy the business down the road when his father decides to retire. He and his staff call themselves the “Get it done” office, because of their efforts to get things done quickly and to just take care of business. Josh is a young business influencer who was nominated by a community member. When talking about Josh, Roger said, “He is smarter than me, has bigger muscles, and is driven with doctor smarts. If blood didn’t make him pass out, he would have been a doctor. He knows how to serve and loves it.”

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hen JD Casperson started as an electrician with Master Electrical Service, there were only three other guys on the team. Now, after 15 years, he’s a sales manager, and there are almost 50 employees.

From small jobs to sudden emergencies, they’re the reliable local solution. They now provide electrical, HVAC, and duct cleaning services.

Master Electrical focuses on

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

In his free time, JD and his family ride and train

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

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

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to remove potentially harmful skin cancer, are just a few of the reasons he fell in love with his work. After finishing his residency in July of this year, Dr. Mitton returned to Weber County with his wife and two kids to join the team at Rocky Mountain Dermatology.

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

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Well-respected in his field, Steve is one of

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Learn about emergency preparedness at this local fair and get peace of mind

By Davis Hospital Because of COVID-19, Americans are learning how important it is to be prepared for emergency situations. (Who would have thought that a pandemic would cause so many supply shortages, with toilet paper being the first thing to go?)

Most people know that preparedness brings peace of mind.

But knowing you need to be prepared is different from actually taking steps to prepare for emergency situations.

In their Annual Preparedness Survey last year, the Federal Emergency Management Agency reported that “the public has continued building a strong intention to prepare for disasters, yet there remains a critical need to turn it into action.”

The good news is that preparing for an emergency is something that everyone can learn how to do. It starts with seeking the right information so you’ll know what to do. To help you out, Davis Hospital and Layton City are holding their 6th Annual Get Ready Fair, which is free and open to the public.

Here’s a preview of what you can expect — and why you’ll want to attend.

PREPAREDNESS BEGINS WITH A PLAN

If preparing for an emergency feels overwhelming to you, it helps to begin with a plan. Consider what’s most essential to you and your family. What can you afford to contribute toward your emergency preparedness supply each month? What items do you really need? Attending this fair can help you get a better idea of the types of things you should be thinking about when it comes to emergency preparedness.

WHAT ARE YOUR EMERGENCY ESSENTIALS?

When it comes to what’s most essential in an emergency, the answer is different for everyone. Your individual health plays a role. For example, do you rely on an oxygen concentrator?

If so, do you have a backup power supply? What kind of backup power supply is appropriate? Whatever your medical needs are, you’ll want to make sure you have the necessary equipment, batteries, and daily medication on hand. (At least a 30-day supply is best.)

HOW MUCH WATER SHOULD YOU HAVE?

One thing everyone needs is water. Do you have a 3-day supply in your home? Though a 3-day supply is a good start, ready.gov suggests having several days’ worth of drinking water on hand in case of an emergency.

If you have questions about how to store it and for how long, make sure you come to the Get Ready Fair to learn the answers. They will also cover topics such as water filtration and how much water each person needs per day. Time to learn the basics!

DO YOU HAVE ENOUGH FOOD?

Of course, you’re going to need food as well. Ready.gov recommends having several days’ worth of food saved up in case of an emergency. It’s important to have food that’s easy to prepare, nutritious, and enjoyable to eat. (This is especially true if you have young children.)

You’ll also need an alternate method of preparing meals in case you don’t have access to power or natural gas.

SHELTER AND OTHER BASIC NEEDS

Next is shelter. Imagine surviving a winter without power or natural gas — could you do it given the supply you have in stock? And then there’s your sewer system. If your sewer system was unavailable for a period of time, you’d definitely want to know how to take care of your family’s restroom needs.

Even though you have a roof over your head, it’s important to consider all of the intricacies of shelter and how you can prepare for any sort of disaster.

BE PREPARED FOR ANYTHING BY ATTENDING THE 6TH ANNUAL GET READY FAIR

Thinking about disasters may not be your favorite pastime.

No one likes to imagine a scenario when basic necessities aren’t available. Unfortunately, you can’t rely on grocery stores to always carry the supplies you need. Government aid isn’t always immediate. In an emergency situation, you’ll most likely be on your own for at least part of it.

Preparedness is the solution. And you can be prepared for anything that may come your way by visiting this year’s Get Ready Fair.

The 6th Annual Get Ready Fair hosted by Davis Hospital and Layton City will be on Saturday, Sept. 18, 2021, from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. In addition to learning about disaster preparedness, injury prevention, and health promotion, you can also choose from several family-friendly educational opportunities, including: — A Critter Clinic for Kids (registration is recommended to reserve your spot) — Car seat safety checks conducted by Certified Child Passenger Safety Technicians from Safe Kids Davis County — Scheduled presentations on Early Heart Attack Care, Hands-Only CPR, Stop the Bleed, Stroke Awareness, and Breast Cancer Education (registration is recommended to reserve your spot) — Tours of emergency vehicles, smokehouse education trailers, and earthquake education trailers

Free hot dogs, raffle drawings, and giveaways will happen throughout the day, so come and stay as long as you can! To reserve your spot for an activity, register for free at DavisHospital.net.

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

BY KRISTINA CASE

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

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

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

Kendal's Dutch Oven Pot Roast

BY KENDAL JENSEN

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

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

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

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

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Spaghetti Squash Casserole Adapted from Lillie Eats and Tells

BY HAILEY MINTON

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

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

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

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

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