Weber County Connection January - February 2024

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Happy New Year from your Weber County Commissioners As we look back on this past year, we’d like to thank our community for their support and involvement. We’d also like to thank our incredible staff for their dedication and contributions in serving Weber County citizens.

diverse and exciting place to live. Weber County is also home to an abundance of recreational activities, such as skiing at world-class ski resorts, hiking and biking in the Ogden Valley, boating at Pineview Reservoir, and so much more. From performances at Peery’s Egyptian Theater to local concerts and art exhibits, there is something for the entire family to enjoy.

Every month, we’ve We’d also like to thank Commissioner Commissioner Commissioner enjoyed celebrating the the Weber County James H. "Jim" Harvey Sharon Bolos Gage Froerer Stall of Fame award that is Sheriff’s Office for earned by an exceptional County their unceasing commitment "This year, we encourage employee and recognizes their to help keep the County a safe every citizen to become incredible accomplishments in and enjoyable place to live. more involved in our serving our community. We believe Starting a new year can be daunting community. There are that we have some of the best and challenging, but it can also be and brightest minds in the state many local businesses filled with compassion, opportunity, right here in Weber County. and nonprofits you can and growth. We encourage each support that help make From the historic state-renowned citizen to learn more about the Weber County Fair to innovative Weber County a diverse laws and ordinances that affect and sustainability-driven ribbonand exciting place to live." them and to exercise their cuttings and events with Weber constitutional rights. We value County Economic Development, This year, we encourage every your input in helping to create the opportunities are endless. citizen to become more involved positive change in our community.

We look forward to what 2024 in our community. There are On behalf of the Weber County has to offer and paving new many local businesses and Commission, we hope you paths that will be most beneficial nonprofits you can support have a wonderful new year! for Weber County citizens. that help make Weber County a

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CONTENTS COMMISSIONERS’ MESSAGE 3 COUNTY NEWS 5 5 Celebrating our veterans 6 Weber County Ramp receives Mayor’s award 8 Peery’s Egyptian turns 100

18 Learning about local law enforcement

10 WEBER COUNTY FACILITIES EVENTS 14 CALENDAR OF EVENTS CITIZEN POLICE ACADEMY 18 Our writer Tiffany finds out what happens behind

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the badge with the Citizen Police Academy

HISTORY Weber State University’s special collections historical archive is seeking diverse stories

RECIPE A look back at the year’s favorite recipes

WHAT TO EAT 4 DINNER 29 Monthly meal planning calendar

Cover photo by Dawn Paul

26 2023 recipe highlights

On the cover: On vehicles left to right: Officer Nigil Bailey - OPD, Sgt. Jason Vandenberg - OPD Back row left to right: Lt. Brent Butler - Weber County Sheriff’s Office, Chief Eric Young - OPD, Chief Dirk Quinney - NOPD Chief Casey Warren - Riverdale City Police Department, Sgt. Paul Babinsky - Weber County Sheriff’s Office Front row left to right: Diana Lopez - OPD Community Outreach Coordinator, Lorrie Frazier - OPD Community Outreach, Sarita Hammond - Weber Area Dispatch Center Supervisor

The TheConnection ConnectionPublishing PublishingTeam Team Publishers Ryan Spelts Melissa Spelts Senior Magazine Designer Robert Dodd Sales & Operations Manager Ann Park Editor Cindy Jones Proofreaders Nathaniel Loomis Katie Jane Park

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Writers Bill Cobabe Kendal Rae Jensen Sabrina Lee Nathaniel Loomis Tiffany McLelland Annette Mifflin Hailey Minton Marliss Scott Melissa Spelts Abraham Tinklepaugh

Digital Media Manager Berlie Joy Acosido Designers Sarah Bodiker Cindy Jones Hyrum Rappleye Crystal Rappleye Marliss Scott Photographers Dawn Paul Melissa Spelts

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Weber County Commissioners: Jim Harvey Sharon Bolos Gage Froerer Rachel Bitton

HONORING HEROES Weber County Celebrates Our Veterans On November 11th, across the country, we celebrated Veterans Day to honor America’s military veterans and celebrate their patriotism and willingness to serve and sacrifice for our country.

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very year the Weber County Commission honors veterans from a certain war in American history.

This past Veterans Day, the Commission honored Vietnam War veterans. Every veteran in attendance at the awards ceremony was individually recognized and received a coin as an appreciation of their service.

Some veterans said it was their first time being recognized for their service. To our Weber County veterans, we support and appreciate you. It is unimaginable some of the hardships and events these individuals endured. Many were drafted, leaving their families, friends, and homes to go serve in a foreign, unfamiliar country on the other side of the world.

The Vietnam War was fought in the 1950s between communist North Vietnam and South Vietnam. The United States entered the war to support South Vietnam to combat communism. However, opposition to the war divided Americans, and in 1973, U.S. forces withdrew. The war ended in 1975 when North and South Vietnam were reunited as one country. In all, over 3 million soldiers and civilians lost their lives.

Veterans Day is a significant date in history that ties back to World War I. On the eleventh hour of the eleventh day of the eleventh month, fighting ceased. For that reason, Veterans Day is always held on November 11th.

Thank you to the generations of men and women who have served, sacrificed, and fought for our country. These courageous veterans have put their lives on the line to protect democracy and freedom. We also honor those who have lost their lives in service to this country.

Our love goes out to your families.

Both photos include Weber County Commissioners', veterans, and veteran family members."

We will not forget the sacrifices you have made to protect our rights and liberties as Americans. webercountyconnection.com 5

WEBER COUNTY RAMP Recreation • Arts • Museums • Parks Enriching the Lives of Weber County Residents

Weber County RAMP is proud to receive the Lifetime Contribution Award from Ogden City’s 2023 Mayor’s Awards in the Arts.

This award would not have been made possible without the Weber County community who agreed in 2004 and again in 2014 that RAMP is a tax worth having. Because of you, RAMP has funded more than $61 million towards enriching the quality of life for the citizens of Weber County. Thank you for helping us make a difference in our community.

With the help of RAMP funds, we can see incredible local talent in performances presented by the Ogden Musical Theater, Good Company Theater, Imagine Ballet, Ogden Chamber Orchestra, and Onstage Ogden.

We also see artists immersed in their work at the Monarch and art displays at the Eccles Community Art Center.

The ornate horses on the corners of downtown Ogden, rodeos, symphonies, Farmers Market Ogden, the Ogden Arts Festival, the Ogden Twilight Series, the Ogden Valley Balloon Festival, and OFOAM’s Annual Music Festival—imagine all the memories that our citizens are creating through RAMP. RAMP has also helped fund museum exhibits at the Children’s Treehouse Museum, Ogden’s George S. Eccles Dinosaur Park & Museum, the Weber State University Ott Planetarium, the Union Station Museum, and more.

The RAMP Tax will be on the 2024 ballot where Weber County residents have the opportunity to vote for another ten years of RAMP. For every purchase of $10, RAMP receives one penny. The average Weber County family invests $12 per year in RAMP. That $12 generates more than $3 million per year for community projects. Together, we can invest in our community to enrich the lives of our family and friends through recreation, arts, museums, and parks.

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PEERY'S EGYPTIAN THEATER

100 Years as a Movie Palace and Focal Point of Ogden

Peery’s Egyptian Theater is a historic architectural jewel in the heart of Ogden, Utah. It was built in 1924 during the era of lavish movie palaces and was designed to replicate the courtyard between two Egyptian temples.

In the 1920s, going to the movies was an experience like no other. For $1 plus war tax, the common people could enter a new world filled with extravagant entertainment.

Picture walking toward an ornate Egyptian courtyard with a magnificent organ playing. The exterior is embellished with intricate hieroglyphic designs and massive columns. Inside,

All of the sudden, Ogden was booming “Beginning of a City Beautiful” Mayor P.F. Kirkendall. the atmospheric ceiling changes from sunrise to sunset, adorned with golden stars that shimmer like the night sky.

The waterfall curtain ascends, and the show begins.

All of the sudden, Ogden was booming. The theater came with the “beginning of a City beautiful” for Ogden, as quoted by Mayor P.F. Kirkendall.

Over the years, the theater has been remodeled to restore its original elegance. In 1978, it was added to the National Register of Historic Places. However, in 1984, a lack of funding resulted in the theater closing down for thirteen years. Then, in 1997, the theater reopened with the establishment of the David Eccles Conference Center and expanded from a movie house to a community theater/performing arts center.

Today, the modern stage house is designed to accommodate live theater, dance, choral, symphonic, and multimedia performances, as well as film.

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In 2024, the theater is celebrating 100 years of memories. You can take part in this historical milestone by attending the following events. Visit ogdenpet.com for more information.

100-Year Celebration Gala and Concert with Marie Osmond – Jan. 26 The Kid (silent film with Wurlitzer organ) – Feb. 2 It Happened One Night… (1934 black & white film) – March 5 Soup to Nuts (Wurlitzer organ concert/short silent film featuring the Three Stooges) – March 7 Michael Palumbo Orchestra Concert – March 23 Swing Time (1936 musical comedy film) – Apr. 3 Art Stroll 100 year Photo Gallery – June & Aug. Ogden Musical Theater: Aida – July & Aug. Maltese Falcon (1931 crime film) – Aug. 23 Psycho (1960 horror film) – Oct. 2 Ogden Musical Theater Dracula – Oct. 17-19 The Shop Around the Corner (1940s romantic comedy film) – Nov. 6

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WEBER COUNTY FACILITIES EVENTS OGDEN ECCLES CONFERENCE CENTER / PEERY’S EGYPTIAN THEATER  OgdenPET.com Jan. 19 & 20: Snedden Hof Germanfest Jan. 26: Peery’s Egyptian Theater 100-Year Gala and Concert with Marie Osmond Jan. 27: Chamber Orchestra Ogden Concert

Feb. 2: Silent Film: The Kid featuring organist Mike Ohman Feb. 22–26: Ogden Musical Theatre’s The Hunchback of Notre Dame

GOLDEN SPIKE EVENT CENTER  GoldenSpikeEventCenter.com Jan 2, 16, 23, & 30: Rough Stock Practice

Feb 3: Ogden Snow Bowl Cheer Competition

Jan 3, 10, 17, 31: Time Only’s

Feb 3, 24, & 25: Chariot Races

Jan 5–7: Rocky Mtn. Motocross

Feb 6, 20: Rough Stock Practice

Jan 5–6: Mountain Town Corn Hole

Feb 7, 14: Time Only’s

Jan 6, 13, 20, & 27: Chariot Races

Feb 10: Diamond Classic Barrel Race

Jan 10–15: North Utah RV Show

Feb 10: Cowboy Clash Boxing Smoker

Jan 12–13: Winter Series Rodeo

Feb 16–17: Winter Series Rodeo

Jan 19–21: Rocky Mtn. Motocross

Feb 16–18: Ogden Spring Home Show

Jan 26–28: Jordan World Circus

Feb 19: Hairy Horse Show

Jan 27: Diamond Classic Barrel Race

Feb 23–24: Mtn. Madness Cheer Competition

Feb 2–4: Rocky Mtn. Motocross

Feb 24: District 2 Barrel Race

WEBER COUNTY ICE SHEET  IceSheetWCSC.com Jan 6: Weber State vs Utah State

Jan 27: Weber State vs Metro State

Jan 12: Ogden Mustangs vs Idaho Falls SpudKings

Feb 2 & 3: Weber State hosts Wasatch Cup

Jan 18: Weber State vs New Hampshire

Feb 3: Weber State hosts Wasatch Cup

Jan 19: Ogden Mustangs vs Idaho Fall SpudKings

Feb 9: Ogden Mustangs vs Pueblo Bulls

Jan 20: Ogden Mustangs vs Utah Outliers

Feb 10: Ogden Mustangs vs Idaho Falls SpudKings

Jan 25: Weber State vs Colorado University

Feb 17: Weber State vs Utah State

Jan 26: Weber State vs University of Denver

Feb 24: Ogden Mustangs vs Utah Outliers

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MAYOR SCOTT VAN LEEUWEN It has been 25 years since we created Marriott-Slaterville City after an overwhelming supermajority vote. I am pleased to report that after all these years, our leaders commitment has remained the same and our City imposes no property tax.

When I introduce the annual budget to the City Council this year it will again have no municipal property tax. Cities across the state have been raising taxes, our community is fiscally conservative in our management.

This new year again brings fears of recession and inflation in our uncertain economy. I anticipate that garbage rates and other fees may increase. Our leaders will work hard to mitigate those impacts and only pass on the costs needed to operate our services without going into deficits. If you have questions on the fees and costs to operate our City, please reach out to City Staff.

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This year there will be some construction projects. The City is reconstructing the road on 1700 South and installing sewer and secondary water. I expect a meeting for residents along the street will help inform them what to expect once the plans are finalized. UDOT will be reconstructing the intersection of 700 South and 1900 West. The City project will be funded using grants obtained by the City. The City is also installing secondary water lines in various locations to convert irrigation systems to a pressurized system as a conservation method.

We enter 2024 a strong and united community. Our youth and senior citizen programs, planning efforts, farm and garden programs, parks and trails, community events, roads, infrastructure, law enforcement, VIPS program, and other services are the envy of our neighbors. I am pleased that our City is doing well and look forward to, with your support, our continued success.

CITY EVENTS Easter Egg Hunt March 30th at 10 a.m.

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Independence Day 4th of July at 8 a.m.

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Garden Market Saturdays in summer

Harvest Festival & Family Dinner TBA City Hall Park

Halloween Trunk-or-Treat October 31st at 6 p.m.

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Fall Craft Fair November City Hall

Breakfast with Santa December 14th Senior Center Additional youth activities, adult classes, safety and wellness programs, gardening programs, and other meetings will be announced during the course of the year.

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EVENTS SCHOOLS

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Due to limited space, school sporting events will no longer be listed below.

Jan 12: First Semester Ends

FREEMONT HIGH Jan 1: No School Jan 4: Driver’s Ed Parent Meeting 6 p.m.

Jan 8: Theatre 60 in 60 6 p.m.

Jan 11: End of Term 2 Jan 12, 15: No School Jan 25: Cheer State Competition Jan 27: State Honor Choir Abravanel Hall 7 p.m.

Jan 27: Sweethearts Dance Davis Conference Center 8–10 p.m.

Feb 7-15: The Play That Goes Wrong 7 p.m.

Feb 8: Driver’s Ed Parent Meeting 6 p.m.

Feb 16, 19: No School Feb 20-23: Mr. Fremont Week Feb 21: Parent/Teacher Conf. 1 p.m.

Feb 28: College Day

Jan 1: No School Jan 15: No School Jan 27: Winter Ball 7–9 p.m.

Feb 16, 19: No School

FUN THINGS TO DO Second Tuesdays: Community Craft Night (Bring Your Own Supplies) Local Artisan Collective, 2371 Keisel Ave, Ogden. For Teens & Adults 5–7 p.m.

Jan 1: First Day Hike - Antelope Island Mountain View Trailhead, Regular Park Entry Fees Apply 1 p.m.

Jan 5: First Friday Art Stroll Downtown Ogden 6–9 p.m.

Jan 8: Senaxo FREE Peery’s Egyptian Theater 7:30 p.m.

Jan 15: National Parks Free Entrance Day nps.gov/planyourvisit/fee-free-parks Jan 19-20: Hof Germanfest Eccles Conference Center $5-8 11 a.m.–9 p.m.

Wednesdays: Country Dancing Union Station in Ogden. For Teens & Adults $5 8:30–11:30 p.m.

Jan 20: Storytelling Festival FREE Clearfield Community Arts Center 140 E. Center Street 7 p.m.

Thursdays: North Ogden Community Band For more info, email jepsenl2665@gmail.com Rehearsals at North View Senior Center 7:30 p.m.

Jan 27: Chamber Orchestra Ogden Peery’s Egyptian Theater $10 7:30 p.m.

Jan 1-14: Ogden Contemporary Arts Exhibit FREE MyLoan Dinh: Unsettled Provisons & Nancy Rivera: No Present to Remember 455 25th St. Ogden, Wed–Sat 10 a.m.–6 p.m.

Feb 5: Changing Lanes FREE Peery’s Egyptian Theater 7:30 p.m.

Feb 2: First Friday Art Stroll Downtown Ogden 6–9 p.m.

Feb 9-11: Acorn’s Antique & Vintage Show Golden Spike Event Center

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Jan 6: Bird Day Celebration 3:30 p.m.

Tues: Gentle Movements 10:30 a.m.

STEAM Club 4 p.m.

Yoga for Adults 6:30 p.m.

Jan 10: Adult Book Discussion Peace Like a River by Leif Enger 7 p.m.

Wed: Discovery Time 10:30 & 11:30 a.m.

Youth Game Club 4 p.m.

ESL Class 6:30 p.m.

Jan 13: Terrariums 12:30 p.m.

Jan 13: Narnia Party 3:30 p.m.

Jan 24: Popcorn Day 3:30 p.m.

All library events are FREE Feb 10: Random Acts of Kindness Day 3:30 p.m.

Feb 14: Adult Book Discussion The Twyford Code by Janice Hallett 7 p.m.

Feb 15: Teen Scene Japanese Decoden DIY 6 p.m.

Feb 21: Family Art Murals 6 p.m.

Thurs: Citizenship Classes 7 p.m.

Jan 24: Calligraphy Basics 7 p.m.

Feb 22: The Write Club 7 p.m.

Sat: Tai Chi 10:30 a.m.

Jan 25: Radon Awareness 7 p.m.

Feb 28: Teen Scene Lego Mindstorms 6 p.m.

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Doin' it Right O U T STA N D I N G L O C A L K I D S

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Benttlee Stander Growing up working on a 23-acre peach farm, to say life has been peachy for Benttlee is cliché, yet her passion for anything agricultural has you believing her blood runs plant-green!

Working on the Willard family farm instilled a strong work ethic and a desire to share her passion with others. With a four-year academic scholarship as an Agricultural Education student at Utah State, she wants to become an ag teacher. “I want to teach the importance of agriculture and advocate for it,” said Benttlee.

How many 18-year-olds can say they grew six acres of tomatoes just “as an experiment” during their summer between high school and college? So, in addition to pruning and thinning peach trees, and working her family’s fruit stand

as she’s done every summer, Benttlee was on all fours pulling weeds among staked and unstaked acres of tomatoes From age 13-18, Benttlee showed horses through the 4-H program and joined the FFA her sophomore year. For this year’s state FFA competition, she placed first in Horse Judging—another passion of hers.

She also recently placed seventh at the National FFA convention held in Indiana.

Benttlee is never too busy to give back.

Being a full-time college student with a part-time job, Benttlee manages to ride Sage, her favorite horse, once a week with her friends, and helps her former Fremont High FFA horse judging instructor coach this year’s FFA students. She also hopes to someday certify to become a judge for the American Quarter Horse Association Benttlee and Sage in her family's peach orchard Pluim Photography

Molly Dalpias

Molly’s mother, Natalie Haws Dalpias, describes her daughter as “wellrounded, with deep roots in Weber County.” Molly, an eighth-grade honor roll student at Rocky Mountain Jr. High, is a seventh-generation Hooperite. Her ancestors were among the first to settle in Hooper, and her great-great grandfather owned a dairy farm in West Weber.

Molly Dalpias Dawn Paul Photography

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That’s the deep roots part. As far as well-rounded, Molly is a member of 4-H, has been playing the piano since she was five, is a competitive volleyball player, runs the 800-meter in track, plays soccer, and has been skiing for as long as she can remember.

She’s also served on her schools’ Hope Squad, a peer-to-peer suicide prevention program, for three years.

“I’m biased, but Molly is ambitious, adventurous, and fun-loving.

She works hard in whatever she does, and that includes relationships,” said Natalie.

Molly’s family raises chickens, steers, and goats. Through the 4-H program, Molly raised a goat from a few days old to entering it at the Weber County Fair. “The best part was being able to show my goat at the fair,” said Molly. “It was a lot of hard work, and the fair made it all worth it. After we showed our animals, we sold them at the fair.”

Molly is saving for college or for “whatever she decides to do,” said Natalie. Molly also worked this Fall at the Green Acres Corn Maze in Ogden.

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Weber County’s

CITIZEN POLICE ACADEMY Citizens explore what happens behind the badge

BY TIFFANY MCLELLAND

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walk into a dimly lit room...

My first thought is that it’s every gamer’s dream setup: a comfy chair, keyboard, and five screens. However, the lighting almost invokes a feeling of reverence. The dispatch supervisor for Weber County, Sarita Hammond, speaks in hushed tones, explaining the reason for the room’s ambiance: in such a high-stress position, taking between 500 and 700 calls on a typical day and over 1000 on a heavy day, they strive to calm the environment in any way they can. Hammond leads us over to Dustin, who’s on an active call.

A group of roughly ten participants listens and watches over Dustin’s shoulder. We hear his side of the conversation as he bounces between screens, inputting information gathered from the caller. The caller thinks they’ve overdosed and need help. Dustin

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calmly asks the caller to describe how they’re feeling. Is she experiencing any discomfort or nausea? Can she walk outside to the curb so the ambulance can find her quicker? Dustin keeps his voice calm and speaks in low tones to avoid escalating the caller’s panic. His tone

The officers receive forty hours of training per year and an additional sixteen hours specifically for handling situations involving people with mental health issues and de-escalation. never conveys judgment or disapproval.

His job is to listen to what’s wrong, keep the caller talking, and gather as much information as possible to pass along to the first responders arriving on scene.

Getting behind the scenes of dispatch is one of many opportunities the Weber County’s Citizen Police Academy offers to participants. Students meet the individuals who have signed up to protect and serve our community, with a deep dive into their daily work.

As part of the seven-week academy, participants get to experience some of the training a police officer goes through—for example, how to clear a building and the difficulty deciphering between innocent civilians and perpetrators. Some lucky participants may have the opportunity to drive a police cruiser or serve as another set of eyes during a mock traffic stop.

Officer Nigel Bailey, who was a participatant in the Citizen Police Academy eight years ago, is now a member of Ogden Metro SWAT. He gave us a rundown of an officer’s

responsibilities and stories. “Officers wear many hats, and they aren’t perfect at all of them,” said Bailey.

The officers receive forty hours of training per year and an additional sixteen hours specifically for handling situations involving people with mental health issues and de-escalation. The one message we received in every session is that the number one goal is for everyone to make it home.

There’s no shortage of interesting stories from law enforcement. Bailey shared his most famous story of being dragged by a driver who didn’t want to exit his vehicle at a traffic stop. His story ended up on a TV show and his body camera footage can still be seen on YouTube.

Every week, we learned something new about what our first responders do to help keep our community safe. Trace Benson with Roy Police Department introduced us to the OODA loop when coming on a scene: Observe, Orient, Decide, Act. Jason Christensen from ATAC (Area Tactical Analysis Center), or the brain of law enforcement, shared that their three main focuses are to provide statistical analysis of where crime is most prevalent so they can allocate resources properly, give realtime crime support, and provide case support to fill in intelligence gaps.

A few brave souls got to dress up in a thick protection suit and experience being a human chew toy by Venom, the patrol dog. We practiced how to apply handcuffs efficiently. We learned about the prolific gangs in our area and their interesting names and tattoos.

One evening, North Ogden Detective Jake Holmes educated us on when to use a taser and when not to. There is a 21-foot rule: if a suspect is coming at you, it takes 21 feet to pull a gun and get it on target. A taser has about a 13-foot reach and only one, possibly two shots. We had the opportunity to dress up in a protective suit to portray an aggressor and get shot by a taser, or portray an officer assessing the situation, yelling commands, and then pulling and shooting a taser to stop the aggressor before they got to us. None of us were able to land both probes in the aggressor.

“Tasers do save lives, but we can’t bet our life on a taser,” said Holmes. “It’s a tool.” The rule is to use the tool one step above the aggressor’s weapon. If the aggressor has a knife, the officer is not going to use a taser. “Use of force is not meant to be pretty. Anytime you see body cam footage, know you need more information,” he said, regarding the short snippets shown on the news and social media.

Class participants inside a Bear Cat

From the Weber Crime Scene Investigation Unit, Sandy Grogan walked us through some of the tribulations of processing a scene.

After Grogan educated us about the way blood splatter helps tell the story, she showed us photos and asked us what we saw and what it was telling us. Then we guessed what we thought happened in the photo and if we’d rule the death suspicious, natural, self-inflicted, or undetermined. Only one participant guessed correctly.

This is a small portion of my experience attending the Citizen Police Academy.

If you’d like to hear the riveting story from SWAT about busting through a wall with their Bear Cat armored vehicle, experience practicing shooting on an almost 360-degree simulator or see the wall of shame in the CSI offices, the next CPA begins on March 7, 2024. It is free to attend, seating is limited, and you’ll need to pass a background check due to some of the sensitive areas you get access to.

You can learn more about the Weber County Citizen Police Academy at Ogdencity.com/2454/ citizen-police-academy. The Ogden Police Department enjoys engaging with the community and building relationships. Come learn how they keep our community safe.

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My Favorite Bad Animal Decision

BY RACHEL BITTON

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s alluded to in the last article… we’re now the very proud owners of not one, but two donkeys: Nacho and June.

I’m not sure how we got here, but we love the donkeys! My oldest daughter’s steer, Bob, was being so terrible I reached out to the former owner for some help, and she sent me back a list of things to try. One of which, was a breaking donkey.

I knew I had recently seen one on KSL Classifieds, so I went back and found the ad. Before you could even say ‘donkey’ we were on our way to get him.

Nacho’s goal all summer was to get to the back pasture.

The front pasture wasn’t good enough for him. He has a routine of believing he can fly through the fence, and it goes like this: Nacho gets a look of determination on his face, backs up 3-4 feet, throws his nose high in the air, walks fast towards the gate, and then tries threading himself through it.

He is never successful, but he tries repeatedly and never lets it get him down. I wish I had the confidence that Nacho does when he believes he can fly.

Nacho was bought out of sheer desperation but has become our favorite bad animal decision!

Even though the first time he brayed, every animal on our place was scared to death! I never knew donkeys were so quirky and funny. Nacho not only helped Bob finally learn to lead, but he also entertains us thoroughly with his antics. Nacho is also incredibly friendly, as long as you aren’t carrying a brush or a red bucket (he runs from both). He loves to be your pal and follows me all along the raspberry patch to keep me company while I pick raspberries or work in the yard. It sounds silly to say it, but I truly believe owning a donkey will raise your quality of life. Plus, the amount of donkey jokes told on a daily basis keeps life fun.

His newest trick is playing the drums with his grain pan. It’s not enough to flip the grain pan up and down or even stomp on it like a horse would. He has to bang it on the fence, the feeder, my horse, etc. We must now remove the grain pan so we don’t get woken up at midnight when Nacho decides to play the drums.

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My very favorite part of owning the donkeys, Nacho and our new girl June, is watching them work our show steers.

An animal teaching another animal is incredible to watch.

No words are said, but the message is clear and the new show steer babies are learning well. Here’s to another year at the Feral Farmhouse making bad animal decisions…

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UNVEILING WEBER COUNTY'S

Winter Wonderland

A SNOW SPORTS SPECTACLE

BY KENDAL RAE JENSEN

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s the crisp winter air descends upon Weber County, an array of thrilling snow sports activities beckons adventure enthusiasts. Nestled within the majestic landscapes, this region becomes a haven for those seeking icy escapades. From the tranquility of ice fishing to the adrenaline-pumping rush of snowmobiling and skiing, Weber County offers an assortment of snowcentric activities that cater to all tastes.

Ice Fishing is a family favorite of ours for all ages. When temperatures drop and lakes freeze over, ice fishing becomes a serene retreat for outdoor enthusiasts.

Taking modern luxuries on the ice like an insulated tent, heater and stove combos and foam floor make the day fun for the whole family. Weber County

Kendal and her family ice fishing

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boasts numerous frozen lakes where avid anglers can drill through the ice, cast their lines, and await the elusive catch. Pineview Reservoir and Causey Reservoir are prime locations where anglers can relish the peacefulness of the frozen landscapes while hoping for a successful catch of trout, perch, bass and even the occasional catfish through the ice. A few miles north, ice anglers can also enjoy Willard Bay, Mantua and Hyrum reservoirs in Box Elder and Cache counties.

For those craving an adrenaline rush, snowmobiling in Weber County offers an exhilarating experience for snowmobile enthusiasts. Vast networks of groomed trails wind through picturesque forests and mountains. Whether you're a beginner or a seasoned rider, places like Monte Cristo, Hardware Ranch, or the Ogden Valley cater to all skill levels, providing breathtaking vistas and heart-pounding adventures through the snowy terrain.

Weber County's ski resorts, including Snowbasin, Nordic Valley, and Powder Mountain are renowned for their world-class slopes and powderpacked trails. My personal preference is Snowbasin with unbeatable world class runs. Take my advice and get a season pass when they go on sale in the spring, you won’t be disappointed with a winter full of family fun. With acres of skiable terrain, you can’t go wrong wherever you go, each resort offers a diverse range of runs suitable for beginners to expert skiers and snowboarders. The stunning views of the Wasatch Range and the abundance

Opening day at Snowbasin, 2023

of fresh powder make these resorts a paradise for winter sports enthusiasts.

Snowshoeing also provides a serene and accessible way to explore Weber County's winter wonderland. Trails like the North Fork Park or Wheeler Creek offer diverse landscapes for snowshoers to traverse, from dense forests to open meadows. This activity allows adventurers to immerse themselves in the tranquility of nature while marveling at the snow-draped scenery.

In Weber County, Utah, winter transforms the landscape into a playground for snow sports enthusiasts.

Whether seeking the peacefulness of ice fishing, the adrenaline of snowmobiling, the excitement of skiing, or the tranquility of snowshoeing, this region offers an abundance of activities to make the most of the snowy season.

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Telling Diverse Stories at WSU TURNING BACK THE CLOCK

BY SABRINA LEE PHOTOS COURTESY OF WEBER STATE UNIVERSITY SPECIAL COLLECTIONS

W

eber State University Special Collections contains thousands of documents and artifacts that collectively tell the story of Weber and Davis County, and while their repository is large, it only reflects a fraction of the history that has taken place here. The special collections hold original manuscripts, photographs, oral histories, and numerous artifacts; some of what they have is available online in their digital collections’ series, allowing easy access to the public for research.

Sarah Langsdon is head of special collections, and I was able to speak with her about some of the unique materials they have.

Unusual and unique for the western United States is Civil War items. Through a family donation, WSU has a sword from the Civil War used in the Battle of Gettysburg, accompanied by a letter from the owning soldier to his family. The letter starts on his march to Gettysburg, and then picks up again after the battle.

Sarah’s favorite items are diaries.

They are a direct window into everyday life in the past. “No one writes a diary thinking it is going to be read by someone else, so it is an unfiltered view of life.”

Photos are another of Sarah’s

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favorites because of the visceral reaction people have to them.

One of the most recent acquired photographic collections is of the Japanese Community in Ogden.

The archives have collections from the prominent families in Ogden, such as the Eccles and the Dee families, but what they want are materials that tell the stories of the diverse communities that lived in and shaped Weber and Davis Counties. That is the vision behind the “Ogden at it’s Core” campaign.

Civil War Union soldier items from Captain Joseph Yocume

Sarah and her colleagues are actively seeking materials that fill in the gaps. She is currently working with New Zion Baptists Church, scanning items to tell the story of the African American Community in Ogden and beyond.

Sarah and her team take calls and travel to look at material for the archives. She is always willing to review potential items.

If you think you may have items, documents, or an oral history that would contribute to this mission, please contact WSU Special Collections at scua@weber.edu or by phone at 801-626-6540.

Rev. R. Masuoka with the Suyekawa, Inouye, Masuoka, Nakatoni and Masuoka children at the Buddhist Temple, 1940s

On July 27, 1975, New Zion Baptist Church presented a “Tom Thumb” wedding with John Waller, Michelle McGee and Tania Chapman having roles in the program

Star Noodle Parlor on 25th Street, 1950s

Wat Misaka received a special trophy for the University of Utah championship sponsored by the Ogden Japanese

W.W. Johnson, veteran Union Depot barber purchases tickets from future Jazz legend Joe McQueen when he was a railroad porter, November 20 1954

Youngsters and teens attend activities at the Wall Avenue USO center.

Director Vera Hughes is in the left background, February 25, 1946

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Bites THE BEST

OF THE YEAR

The past year has brought many changes for us at the magazine, and while we are moving upward and onward, we also know the value of looking back at all the great things that happened over the year. Between your clicks on our website, social media likes, and our editorial team’s favorites, we’re bringing you the best recipes from the past year of issues. These favorites are sure to please everyone at your table throughout the year!

Gnocchi Soup with Chicken

Italian Grinder with Slaw

3 Tbsp. olive oil 1 large yellow onion, chopped 1 cup shredded carrots 2 stalks celery, diced 4 cloves garlic, minced ½ tsp. salt ½ tsp. black pepper 32 oz. box chicken broth 1 cup half-and-half 2 cups cooked, shredded chicken 2 cups fresh spinach, chopped 1 tsp. Thyme 1 pound bag gnocchi Parmesan or Romano cheese for topping

Feeding 7 people. I purchased two Ciabatta bread loaves. This made two full loaves worth of sandwich making 8 large servings.

BY CINDY JONES

Heat the oil in a large stock pot over medium heat until shimmering. Add the onion, carrot, celery, garlic, salt, and pepper, and cook, stirring until softened, between 5-7 minutes.

Stir in the broth, chicken, and thyme, and bring to a boil. Reduce the heat and simmer for 10 minutes. Add the gnocchi, spinach, and half-and-half. Cook until the gnocchi floats to the top and the spinach is wilted, about 6 minutes. (Refer to gnocchi package for specific cooking time.) Top with Parmesan or Romano cheese and serve.

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BY RYAN SPELTS

1 lb. salami 1 lb. pepperoni 1.5 lb. smoked turkey 1 lb. Muenster cheese 1 lb. Provolone cheese 1 head iceberg lettuce 2 tomatoes 1 red onion ½ jar banana peppers ¼ cup Italian dressing 1 cup Mayo Salt and pepper to taste.

I put the meat and cheese on the sliced bread and baked it under the broiler for about 10 minutes, until the cheese was browning.

For the slaw, chop the lettuce, onion, and banana peppers into tiny pieces. Pour into a large bowl and add dressing, mayo, salt, and pepper. Mix well.

Once the cheese is melted, pull the sandwiches from the oven. Add the slaw and enjoy!

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Roasted Asparagus

BY DAN DEUEL 1 lb. Asparagus, woody bottoms trimmed off 2 Tbsp. extra-virgin olive oil ½ Tbsp. kosher salt ½ tsp. freshly-ground black pepper Zest of 1/3 lemon

Quick Shrimp Tacos

BY SABRINA LEE

Street Taco corn tortillas 2 bags of frozen mini-shrimp Lettuce 5 firm Roma tomatoes 1 onion 1 bunch of cilantro 2 limes Shredded cheese ½ cup sour cream Taco seasoning

Preheat oven to 425 F. Toss asparagus in olive oil. Place asparagus on cooling rack to sprinkle kosher salt and pepper.

Sprinkle lemon zest onto asparagus.

Place cooling rack with asparagus directly on middle rack of oven. Bake for 12-15 minutes or until tips of spears begin to burn slightly. Place asparagus on plate and serve immediately.

Defrost shrimp overnight in the refrigerator or with cold water.

Place shrimp in a non-stick pan on medium heat.

Chop lettuce, 2 tomatoes, and ½ an onion; slice 1 lime, then place items in separate bowls.

Finely chop cilantro as well as the remaining onion and tomatoes; place together in a bowl and combine with juice from ½ a lime.

Once the shrimp are thoroughly heated, drain excess water, place back on the stove on low heat, and season with taco seasoning to taste.

Heat for another 2 to 3 minutes.

While the shrimp are simmering, take ½ a cup of sour cream and mix in taco seasoning and the juice from the remaining ½ lime to taste. Mix thoroughly.

Place corn shells on a damp paper towel and in microwave for 15 to 30 seconds to steam. Build tacos and enjoy!

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Strawberry Fields Salad

BY CINDY JONES Leftover grilled chicken works perfectly in this recipe, and it can be customized with whatever greens, cheeses, and nuts you have on hand.

2 cups cooked chicken breast, chopped into 1” squares 4 slices bacon, cooked and crumbled 3 cups spring greens or butter lettuce 1 1/2 cups sliced strawberries 1/2 small red onion, sliced thin 1/2 cup crumbled feta or mozzarella cheese 1/2 cup pecans Balsamic vinaigrette dressing Place all the salad ingredients in a large bowl, reserving a few cheese and bacon crumbles for garnish. Add the desired amount of dressing, toss to coat.

Lemon Pound Cake

BY CRYSTAL RAPPLEYE Cake 3 cup flour 1 tsp. salt ½ tsp. baking powder 1 cup butter, softened ½ cup shortening 3 cup sugar 5 large eggs 1 cup milk 1 Tbsp. Pure lemon extract 1 Tbsp. lemon zest Glaze ¼ cup butter, softened 1 ¼ cup powdered sugar 1-2 Tbsp. lemon extract 1 tsp. lemon zest 2 Tbsp. water, if needed to make glaze thinner Mix all ingredients together until smooth and pour over warm cake.

Add flour, salt, and baking powder together in a bowl and set aside.

In a mixing bowl, cream the butter, shortening and sugar together. Add eggs one at a time until well blended. Add flour mixture and milk alternately, ending with flour mixture blend well after each one until batter is smooth. Add lemon extract and zest and blend well. Pour into a greased and floured bunt pan or just use a baking spray that has flour in it. Bake at 350 degrees for 55-60 minutes or until tests done. Cake is done when you poke it with a toothpick, and it comes out clean. Take cake out of oven, place the cooling rack over the top of cake, turn upside down and remove pan.

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7 Minestrone Soup with a green salad

8 Air Fryer “Hardboiled” Eggs & Muffins

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Sausage Egg & Cheese Breakfast Sandwiches with maple butter

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Stuffed Pepper Soup with speckled cloverleaf rolls

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Honey Sesame Chicken

BY ANNIE ROSKELLEY

2 lbs. boneless skinless chicken thighs 1 small onion, diced (optional) 2 cloves garlic, minced 1/2 cup honey 1/2 cup soy sauce 1/4 cup ketchup 2 Tbsp. oil 1/4 tsp. red pepper flakes (optional) Sesame oil Sesame seeds Green onions Rice for serving

Strawberry Lemonade

BY KALEE AARON

Preserving the freshness allows you to serve this summertime favorite at any special occasion throughout the year.

Dump all liquid ingredients and spices into a freezer bag and squish until mixed.

Add chicken and freeze to make later, or. dump into crockpot on low for 4-6 hours. Stir in 1 tsp. sesame oil and sliced green onions, serve over rice.

6 cups hulled strawberries 4 cups freshly squeezed lemon juice 6 cups granulated sugar 7 (16 oz.) pint jars

4. Ladle hot concentrate into hot jars, leaving 1/4-inch headspace. Wipe rim.

Center lid on jar. Apply band until fit is fingertip tight. Place jar in boiling water canner. Repeat until all jars are filled.

5. Process jars in a boiling water canner for 15 minutes, adjusting for altitude.

Remove jars and cool. Check lids for seal after 24 hours. Lid should not flex up and down when center is pressed.

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These peanut butter cups are made with natural sugars that make the sweetness not-so-overwhelming.

1 bag (10 oz.) 60% cocoa chocolate chips 3 Tbsp. coconut oil Combine in a bowl: ½ cup peanut butter (my favorites are Skippy creamy peanut butter or almond butter) ¼ cup of agave Pinch of salt

1. Prepare boiling water canner. Heat jars in simmering water until ready for use. Do not boil. Wash lids in warm soapy water and set bands aside.

3. Add lemon juice and sugar to strawberry puree, stirring to combine. Heat to 190° F over medium-high heat, stirring occasionally. Do not boil. Remove from heat and skim off foam.

BY MELISSA SPELTS

Melt in a microwave safe bowl in 30 second intervals, stirring until melted:

Optional: Electric Water Bath Canner + Multicooker

2. Puree strawberries in a blender or food processor fitted with a metal blade, working in batches, until smooth. Transfer to a large stainlesssteel saucepan as completed.

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Honey Rosemary Chicken

BY ANNIE ROSKELLEY

2 lbs. chicken thighs 1/3 cup balsamic vinegar 1/3 cup honey 1/3 cup olive oil 1 tsp. dried rosemary (can use thyme) Salt and pepper to taste Minced garlic (optional) Mix all liquid ingredients in freezer bag, add chicken, and squish it around to ensure it’s coated. Freeze for later or cook on low in a crockpot for 4-6 hours. Shred or cut chicken as desired. Serve with your choice of rice, potatoes, pasta, or bread.

Thaw after freezing for faster cooking.

In lined muffin tins add a thin layer of the melted chocolate mixture. Then place in the fridge for 10 to 15 minutes until it has hardened. Next, add a tablespoon of your peanut butter mixture in the middle of your chocolate base. Cover with another layer of chocolate until the peanut butter is completely covered. Once all layering is complete, place in your fridge again. Let cool for an additional 15 to 20 minutes until the outer chocolate layer has hardened.

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