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What are we grateful for? YOU! And much more…

During this time of turkey, gravy, football, presents, jolly traditions, and all things wholesome, we have the unique opportunity to reflect on the incredible blessings surrounding us. Each commissioner took a moment to reflect individually on what we are grateful for, and we invite all of you to do the same.

Commissioner James “Jim” H. Harvey: • “Weber County has more positive energy now than in any other decade in my memory, and I love where we live. Why? We are surrounded by wonderful people, families, and communities: genuine, good people who have integrity, and honesty, and who care for others. We are a county of givers. I’m grateful for individual involvement in communities to help shape our future, like the great men and women who make up the positions of mayor and city council throughout our county. Additionally, I’m grateful for my sweet wife who is such an incredible example to our children, who I am also very grateful for.”

Commissioner Gage Froerer: • I am most grateful for my family and friends who have supported me in good times and bad without hesitation. I am grateful for all the good people I have had the opportunity to work with and learn from over the past 50 years of my career. I have had an opportunity to work with the top professionals in the real estate industry in this country and state. I am especially grateful for the dedication that our Weber County employees bring to their jobs on a daily basis. The dedication to providing the best in customer service as a government agency is unique to our great county.

Commissioner Scott Jenkins • I am very grateful for my family and all the love and support they have shown me in this position and in life. I am incredibly grateful for this wonderful county and my opportunity to serve. I also have gratitude for the wonderful employees we have at the county and how much they have helped us accomplish great things and serve this county and its residents.

We hope all of our residents have a wonderful Thanksgiving and enjoy this season full of family, memories, and gratitude for the people we love most.

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WEBER COUNTY ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT ON STAGE AT A GLOBAL SCALE

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n September 7th, at Peery’s Egyptian Theater, the Weber County Economic Development Office hosted business leaders, the trucking industry, and community members from around the country, who gathered to watch the premiering documentary, “Diesel in the Water: Small Town Pioneers of American Trucking.”

The documentary highlights the one-of-a-kind story of large trucking companies, whose roots trace back from Plain City. In 1915, the population of Plain City, Utah, was 780.

Through hard work and many miracles, this small American town provided the starting soil for four different trucking companies that would go on to be some of the largest and highest quality in the world: Knight Transportation, Swift Transportation, CR England, and Pride Transport.

Photo credit: Standard-Examiner Before the premiere, the industry titans shared the stage together for a Q&A panel on their shared history and the state of the industry.

Dan England expressed his thoughts, stating, “On behalf of C. R. England, we are excited to see this great 'trucking' story come to light. Out of this little-known, quiet community have emerged four great success stories.

The Englands, Moyes, and Knights learned to work hard and pursue their dreams in Plain City, Utah. Today, the combined revenues of their companies make a significant

contribution to total truckload revenues throughout the United States. This is a story of family and business success.”

Upon completion of the documentary, Kevin Knight stated, “I have such gratitude for the truckload industry and the men and women who keep the supply of goods flowing. I am filled with gratitude for the Moyes and England families, our friendship, and their example.” He further reflected, “I am incredibly honored to have had the pleasure of working with all the wonderful folks at Knight and Swift.

It’s been an honor to work with Randy, Gary, and Keith, and the entire team. I appreciate the opportunity to have grown up in Plain City with such fond memories of our hometown where, indeed, there must have been ‘Diesel in the Water’.”

Executive Producer of the documentary, Scott Jenkins, is a former Plain City Mayor and current Weber County Commissioner. Scott commented on his involvement in creating the documentary, stating, “I have always felt this story of hard work and the American dream coming from a small town should be told from the rooftops. For all of us who grew up in Plain City, the lessons learned and characteristics cultivated are an inspiration to the world. We were honored to help tell this story.”

The documentary can be viewed on YouTube at: tinyurl.com/plaincitydoc

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COMMUNITY Local Brother and Sister Win Big in Both Lamb and Steer Shows

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or the Anderson family, participating in the county fair is in their blood. When it comes to raising and training animals for shows, this family has been giving to the community for decades. That is why their hard work and dedication to this event paid off for Taylee and Cooper Anderson, who each took home ribbons and buckles for Grand Champion and Reserve Champion at this years fair.

Taylee Anderson, 17 years old, and Cooper Anderson, 15 years old, each get their steers in October and their lambs in April. They both hold their animals to a serious exercise and feed program. Taylee and Cooper are out in the barn about six days a week at 6 a.m. to work out their animals for a couple of hours.

The morning routine is with the lambs; they work with the steers for a few hours at night. They attend the Rocky Mountain Show Circuit as well as other open shows all over the Western US. They believe participating in many shows conditions the animals to perform better overall.

Taylee goes to Fremont High and is the Secretary of the FFA. She won Grand Champion Market Lamb, Reserve Champion Senior Showman Lamb, and Reserve Champion Market Steer.

Cooper will be a sophomore at Fremont High and is involved in the FFA and is a 4H Ambassador. This is his first year as a senior showman in his age group. Cooper won Grand Champion Steer Senior Showman, Grand Champion Lamb Senior Showman, and Reserve Champion Market Lamb. Both Taylee and Cooper received ribbons and buckles.

Parents Taylor and Lindsey Anderson are steer superintendents at the Weber Fair. They live in Blossom, a small town in Unincorporated Weber County. These proud parents credit their children with a lot of years of hard work and sacrifice to get to this point.

Taylee Anderson posing with her Grand Champion Lamb

Their gratitude extends to their good group of family, friends, and mentors who have helped them along the way. Above all, this is something they get to do as a family, and that’s what they love most.

Taylee and Cooper certainly made their mark at the Weber County Fair. Between the two of them, they took home six out of the eight awards.

Their tireless work and dedication make this the first time EVER that a brother and sister won both Grand and Reserve Champion. Congrats to both Taylee and Cooper and thank you for being a part of our Weber County community!

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Taking ribbons and buckles home, Taylee and Cooper Anderson made their mark at the Lamb and Steer Show.

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Gratitude Highlights from your Weber County Department Heads and Elected Officials In continuing this edition’s theme of gratitude, we asked several Weber County elected officials and department heads the following questions, and we loved their responses.

What are you grateful for in your personal life?

What are you grateful for in your career?

What are you grateful for regarding your employees?

John Bond

Weber County Treasurer I am grateful for having deep family roots in Weber County since 1862, with a family legacy of working to grow our Weber County community.

Additionally, I am grateful to have had so many great co-workers who have helped me be successful with the many opportunities we have worked on together.

Last but certainly not least, I am grateful for our Weber County Treasurer’s staff who continue to amaze me with their kindness, their public service, and how competent they are in their workload.

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Julie Stoddard

Financial Services Manager/Weber County Sheriff’s Office I am lucky to be able to call my family my friends. We laugh, play, and sometimes cry, and are always there for each other. I also find myself incredibly grateful to be working for Weber County.

After a 30-year career, I have found a place where I feel valued. I have only been here for two years, but it already feels like home, and I am certain I will be here until I retire. The employees at the Sheriff’s office are top-rate.

I am amazed at how they carry themselves doing what is sometimes a thankless job. It is clear they care about the citizens they serve.

Executive Director/Weber Housing Authority In my personal life, I’m grateful for my darling kids and my sweet husband. I’m grateful that I live in the beautiful State of Utah, and I’m grateful for my health.

In my career, I’m grateful that I get to work and collaborate with such amazing community partners, some of whom are my dearest friends. I love Weber County; I love the people and the culture and the opportunities. I love that Weber County community partners are willing to work together for the betterment of those we serve and that we have such forward-thinking leaders.

One of my greatest blessings is my employees. Obviously, they do the real work for the Weber Housing Authority.

They are the most committed, caring, hardworking, and genuine people I’ve had the privilege of knowing. I could not have dreamed of a better team; they make the work that we do fun and enjoyable. I truly love my job, but I believe it’s because I get to work with the best of the best. We’ve grown into a work family, and I feel deeply honored that they choose to remain at this agency.

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Sarah Swan

Director/Human Resources & Administrative Services I’m grateful for two beautiful children and a husband who inspire me daily and allow me to be a mom and wife, while still having the freedom to live out my dreams. I’m grateful for a career where I love coming to work, where I can learn from those around me, and where I have the opportunity to surround myself with coworkers who give their best, teams who support each other, and leaders who inspire me. I’m grateful for a staff whose talent amazes me, who I immensely respect, and whose dedication and devotion to all things HR and Weber County encourages me to be better every single day.

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Ricky Hatch

Department Director/ Community Development I am grateful for a loving and supportive family and for this amazing community we live in. I love working in community development where I can help guide Weber County’s growth in a positive direction. Every day, I work with an amazing team of genuinely good people who are dedicated to providing excellent public service.

I am thankful to count them as my friends.

Marty Smith

Department Director Culture, Parks, & Recreation I am grateful for family, faith, and freedom. In my career, I am grateful for coworkers and a career that I actually love. We are in the business of fun, and I get to have fun every day at my job. I cannot be thankful enough for that. Our employees are amazing people who work super hard, including long hours, evenings, and weekends to satisfy customers and pursue excellence. They do it with integrity and make my job easy. The citizens of Weber County can be proud of the Culture, Parks, and Recreation group. I am honored to be a part of it.

Robert Slade

Director/Solid Waste Transfer Station I am grateful for the amazing gift of having a large family, my amazing wife who is my rock, my children, grandchildren, parents, siblings, etc., and the challenges that life has presented that have strengthened our bonds with one another. And, the time we have been gifted with one another.

Throughout my career, I have been the most grateful in my career for the ability to inspire those I work with to create powerfully by leading from the front through program and process changes. Inspiring, motivating, and leading by example is truly rewarding as the team, program, and/or processes are improved proactively from the involvement of the team. Additionally, I have been grateful for all the people I have met along the way and who have mentored me.

I am grateful for seeing each employee for their uniqueness and the ability to stoke the fire and drive toward inspiration and thinking of continuous selfimprovements and process improvements— watching them successfully complete a challenge or goal set and gaining more confidence in their abilities and self.

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Weber County Clerk/Auditor

I’m grateful for health, family, and freedom – that my body’s functioning (mostly) well, that I’m surrounded by my wife, kids, and siblings whom I love, and that I live in a great country and a gorgeous, vibrant county. I’m also grateful for the chance to serve the people of Weber County, for their goodness, industry, and giving hearts.

I am so blessed to serve such good people!

I absolutely love and trust all of my employees.

They’re professional, eager to help, wicked smart, and pretty dang fun! They shatter every negative stereotype of government workers, and I’d be lost without them.

Kevin Eastman

Executive Director / Weber Human Services For me, family is the most important thing that brings me gratitude! I am grateful for my wife, children, and grandchildren. So much happiness comes to me through these people in my life. They are the most important possession I have! I am grateful to interact with them and to create memories.

The extended partnerships and organizations that I work with are all amazing. So much gets accomplished because leaders look beyond their own organizations and collaborate for a greater impact. I have been provided an opportunity to lead an organization that delivers important services to people who are in great need. I feel supported in my role, and this brings me great satisfaction to do the work I do!

WHS has The Best Employees Ever!!!!!!! Most of the employees and students at WHS don’t just talk about but actually live our agency values. Two of those values that work hand-in-hand are “Having Passion for our work” and “Quality of life”. These values apply to the clients we serve and to the people we employ. Work and personal life mix, and our employees work hard to deliver services that they know will be life-changing. They know that the better they do in their jobs, the more it carries into their personal lives. This brings them satisfaction, and they know that, through giving, even though they are being paid to do a job, they’re serving others, and it comes back to them. They see improvements in our clients’ lives, as well as their personal lives. I am grateful for all their hard work and efforts each day. They go beyond their job requirements.

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WEBER COUNTY FACILITIES EVENTS GOLDEN SPIKE EVENT CENTER • GoldenSpikeEventCenter.com Nov 4-6: Acorn Antique Show

Nov 9 & 16: RMBRA Jackpot

Nov 5: Hairy Horse Show

Nov 11-12: Ski Swap

Nov 7 &15 : Catch 4 Ca$h Team Roping Jackpot

Nov 12: RMBRA Winter Arena Brawl

Dec 3: UTCX Cyclocross

Nov 18-19: RMPRA Winter Series Rodeo

Dec 10-11: IABCA Dog Show Dec 17: MCDA Cheer Competition

Nov 19-20: Crossroads of the West Gun Show

Dec 31: Bull Wars

Nov 8: Utah Youth Rodeo Association Nov 8: Mid-Term Elections

Nov 30-Dec 3: Simple Treasures Boutique

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Big Lebowski Festival Nov 14: PET Film Series presents "The Greatest Showman" Nov 25-28: Ogden Musical Theatre presents "Five Carols for Christmas" Nov 26: Egyptian Theater Foundation presents "Polar Express"

Dec 9-10, 12, 16-17: IBT presents "The Nutcracker" Dec 20: PET Film Series presents "Die Hard" Dec 21: PET Film Series presents "A Christmas Story"

WEBER COUNTY SPORTS COMPLEX • IceSheetWCSC.com HOCKEY EVENTS Nov 4 & 11: Ogden Mustangs vs Idaho Falls 7:15 p.m.

Nov 5 & 25: Ogden Mustangs vs Utah Outliers 7:15 p.m.

Nov 10: Weber State Hockey vs Metro 7:15 p.m.

Nov 12: Ogden Mustangs vs Northern Colorado Eagles 7:15 p.m.

Nov 17: Weber State Hockey vs MSU 7:15 p.m.

Nov 18: Weber State Hockey vs Michigan State 7:15 p.m.

Nov 19: Weber State Hockey vs UNC 7:15 p.m.

Nov 20: Weber State Hockey vs GU 1 p.m.

Dec 2 & 9: Ogden Mustangs

vs Provo Predators 7:15 p.m.

Dec 10: Ogden Mustangs vs Northern Colorado Eagles 7:15 p.m.

Dec 17: Ogden Mustangs vs Utah Outliers 7:15 p.m.

PUBLIC SKATE Monday-Saturday 12-2 p.m.

Tuesday and Wednesday 7-9 p.m.

Friday and Saturday 6-8 p.m.

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Nov 14 & 28: Rim-Fire Competition

Dec 11: Basic Reloading Class

Nov 9: Armed Women of America meeting

Nov 20: Advanced Reloading Class

Dec 12 & 26: Rim-Fire Competition

Nov 10: 300 yd Rifle Match

Nov 21: Basic Handgun Class Dec 1 & 22: 300 yd Rifle Match

Dec 14: Armed Women of America meeting

Nov 11: Weber County 4-H Gunners Club Nov 13: Basic Reloading Class

Dec 5 & 19: 100 yd Benchrest Match Dec 8-22: Weber County 4-H Gunners Club

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NOVEMBER & DECEMBER EVENTS SCHOOLS All Elementary, Jr. High and High Schools Nov 23-25: Thanksgiving Break No School FREMONT HIGH Nov 1: Volleyball STE 1st Round (Location & Time TBD) Nov 3: Swim Bingham 3:30 p.m.

Nov 3-5: Volleyball STE Tourney (Location & Time TBD) Nov 4: Football Quarterfinals (Location & Time TBD) Nov 5: Sadies Dance Fremont 8 p.m.

Nov 8: Swim - Region Relays Layton 3 p.m.

Nov 11: Football Semifinals (Location & Time TBD) Nov 11, 12, 14, 18, & 19: "Anastasia" (Musical) Fremont 7 p.m.

Nov 15: Swim Bear River 3:45 p.m.

Nov 18: Football Champs (Location & Time TBD) Nov 18 & 19: Swim Thanksgiving Invitational South Davis Rec Center (Time TBD) Nov 21 & 22: District Ladies Honor Choir Weber 3 p.m. & 6 p.m.

Nov 22: Girls Basketball Fremont 5:15 p.m Boys Basketball Riverton 7 p.m.

Nov 22 & 23: Wrestling Turkey Brawl Jordan (Time TBD)

Nov 17: Teen Scene: Faux Stained Glass 6 p.m.

Nov 18: Weber Reads: DIY Silly Comics 4 p.m.

Nov 9: SLPCs Regular Day Nov 10: SLPCs No Classes Nov 11: Prof. Development No School

Dec 3: Swim - City/County Ogden (Time TBD)

FUN THINGS TO DO

Dec 6: Choir Cone Christmas Concert Fremont 7 p.m.

Nov 4: First Friday Art Stroll Historic 25th Street 6-9 p.m.

Dec 7: Parent / Teacher Conferences Fremont 1 p.m.

Nov 5: Hairy Horse Show - FREE Golden Spike Arena 9 a.m.

Boys Wrestling Fremont 6:45 p.m.

Nov 8: Utah Youth Rodeo - FREE Golden Spike Event Center 4:30 p.m The Will Baxter Band - FREE concert in tribute to Eric Clapton Peery’s Egyptian Theater 7:30 p.m.

Dec 8: Swim Ogden 3 p.m Orchestra Cone Concert Fremont 7:30 p.m.

Dec 9-10: Dickens Feast Fremont 6:30 p.m.

Nov 11: Veterans Day - Hike up Coldwater Canyon and see "The Major" American flag in honor of our Veterans

Dec 13: Swim Syracuse/Clearfield 3:30 p.m.

Band Concert Fremont 7 p.m.

Dec 14: Boys Basketball Fremont 7 p.m.

Acapella Assembly Hall 8 p.m.

Dec 15: Swim Clearfield Aquatic Center 3:30 p.m.

Orchestra Cone Concert Fremont 7 p.m.

Dec 20: Swim Ogden 3 p.m.

Boys Basketball Fremont 7 p.m.

Nov 11-12 & 16-19: "Sweeney Todd" WSU Val A Browning 7:30 p.m.

Nov 12: Decorate a Fall Gourd ($15) Ogden Nature Center 10 a.m.

Nov 14: The Greatest Showman ($7) Peery’s Egyptian Theater 7 p.m.

Nov 23: Christmas Tree Jubilee Eccles Conference Center 10 a.m.

(Family Fun with Santa at 5 p.m.)

Dec 21-Jan 3: Winter Break No School

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Nov 4: Venture X for seniors

Nov 29: Swim Ogden 3:30 p.m.

Girls Basketball Fremont 5:15 p.m.

Boys Basketball Bingham 7 p.m.

WEBER COUNTY LIBRARY – Southwest Branch Nov 3: James Webb Picture Party 6 p.m.

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Nov 1-30: Track the Turkey - Find the Turkey & Win a Prize! (all day) Dec 1-31: Paint-by-Sticker (all day) Dec 10: Notorious Narwhals 3:30 p.m.

Dec 15: Teen Scene: Mario Kart Tournament 6 p.m.

Dec 31: New Year’s 11 a.m.

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+ COMMUNIT Y Nov 26: Santa Run 5K 25th Street 4:30 p.m Holiday Electric Light Parade 5:30 p.m.

Washington Blvd (between 22nd St & 27th St) Ceremony, Fireworks, & Christmas Village Lighting 6:30 p.m.

Nov 26-Jan 1: Christmas Village Lights Downtown Ogden 5 p.m.

Dec 2 & 3: Holiday Open House - FREE (free gift wrapping, bake sale, kids crafts, & nature related items) Ogden Nature Center 9 a.m.

First Friday Art Stroll Historic 25th Street 6-9 p.m.

Dec 3: Tree Lighting Ceremony Entertainment, refreshments, & Santa! Barker Park 5 p.m.

Dec 5 & 12: Visits with Santa Barker Park 5:30-7:30 p.m.

Dec 10: Davis Performing Arts Collective: "Scrooge" WSU Val A. Browning Center 11 a.m. & 7 p.m.

Dec 10 & 17: Visits with Santa Barker Park 11 a.m. - 1 p.m.

Dec 14, 15, & 16: Northern Utah High School Art Competition - Call for Entry! Eccles Art Center 9:30 a.m.

Dec 20: Die Hard ($7) Peery’s Egyptian Theater 7 p.m.

Dec 21: A Christmas Story ($7) Peery’s Egyptian Theater 7 p.m.

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Nov 18: Ashberry Jam Nov 19: Soul Shine Nov 24: CLOSED - Happy Thanksgiving!

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s a family law attorney, each day holds new and unique situations as clients bring their life circumstances to me. Over the next several articles, I will be featuring some common questions that I have answered throughout the years of my career.

This is the first one.

Q: When do my children get to decide where they want to live? Their dad tells me they get to make that choice as soon as they turn 14. Is that true?

A: I wish I had a dollar for every time I heard this question; I would be an incredibly wealthy man (provided I used all of those many dollars wisely)! Let’s start with the statute that gives rise to the notion, children get to choose where they live, and then we can talk about some important realities.

Utah Code Annotated § 30-3-10(5) addresses the general rule that children do not testify in trials unless there is no other way to get the testimony. Subsection (b) allows the court to “take into consideration the child’s desires regarding future custody or parent-time schedules.” And here is the source of the belief that 14-year-olds get to choose: “The desires of a child 14 years of age or older shall be given added weight[.]”

Utah Code Ann. § 30-3-10(5)(b)(ii). If you stop reading the statute there, it sounds like your teenager gets to choose between parents. However, the next clause clarifies that a teenage child’s desire is “not the single controlling factor.” In other words, a court will consider what a child wants, but a child does not get to call the shots.

If we think about it, we generally do not allow our children to make big decisions.

They do not get to choose whether to go to school or not. They do not get to vote.

They do not get to enter into contracts.

Teenagers should not be allowed to make the choice of where they live; otherwise, it will turn into a search for who gives them the best living situation. Where do they have the most freedom, where do they get to do what they want? I don’t want to imply that teenagers are evil or have ill intentions; they will simply use the situation to get the circumstances that feel the best. They do not have enough life experience to carefully weigh out and consider all the pros and cons.

The biggest concern for me comes from how this question usually arises. One parent is telling the children that they get to make the decision when they turn 14. This is so harmful to the children and the parenting relationship, particularly for the parent who is not telling the children this misleading information. These kinds of conversations put the children in the middle of ongoing divorce conflict by telling the children that they have to choose between one parent or the other. If this sort of manipulation is happening in your parenting relationship, look immediately for a good counselor or other professionals who can help your child navigate this emotional minefield. Do not just ignore this symptom of bigger potential problems. Not dealing with it can cause even greater issues in the future.

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After her deployment in Baghdad, Jessica felt irritable, angry, Strong and self-sufficient from a young age but headstrong and and easily triggered. She wasn’t aware she had Post-Traumatic tumultuous in her teenage years, Jessica Amber RodriguezStress Disorder (PTSD) at the time but felt a kind of numbness she Mitchell was seeking stability and direction after high school. hadn’t experienced before. Her second son was born in 2006.

A close friend convinced her to join the Air Force. She started basic In 2009, Jessica was deployed again to Camp Arifjan in Kuwait. training in March 1995, just three days after she turned 19.

She became part of a specialized team known as Air Force Combat She was first stationed in North Carolina at Pope Air Force Base, Truckers, specially trained Airmen who were tasked to assist the located on the outskirts of Fort Bragg, with the 82nd Airborne. At Pope, she worked in logistics, driving aircrew and supplies out to U.S. Army in convoy security and line-haul missions. Convoy security military aircraft. In a male-dominated career consisted of operating military armored field, Jessica felt empowered. She drove vehicles mounted with 249/.50-cal machine massive tractor trailers, loaded and guns and driving up and down the convoys unloaded cargo, and changed tires; some to scan for potential threats. Once their tires were three times her own size. vehicles crossed the border from Kuwait Jessica met her husband, Charles into Iraq, they were deemed “outside the Patten Jr., at Pope in 1997. Also an Airman, wire” and no longer fully secured by a Charles worked in air transportation, and military installation. the two would talk while she dropped off During her service as a combat trucker, the aircrew and he loaded planes with she witnessed the U.S. Army transition fully cargo. They both received deployment to convoy security while the Airmen orders at the same time; he went to continued on with the line-haul missions.

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The Pattens then moved to Utah in Feeling called to her duty but guilty about order to take advantage of resources that leaving her infant son, she filled the 2002 would help facilitate their oldest son who deployment to Saudi Arabia, where her had been diagnosed with autism in 2009. squadron served as logistical support for Jessica began working for the George E. We b e r C o u n t y Ve t e r a n military support missions during Operations Wahlen Department of Veteran Affairs (VA), JESSICA AMBER PATTEN ENDURING FREEDOM and IRAQI FREEDOM. where she found solidarity, purpose, and In 2005, Jessica was mobilized to healing in working with veterans.

Baghdad, Iraq. Jessica worked in a volatile area known as “The Today, Jessica works at Hill Air Force Base with the Sexual Green Zone,” which was the governmental center of the Coalition Assault Prevention and Response (SAPR) team as a full-time victim Provisional Authority during the occupation of Iraq. Although her advocate. She completed her bachelor’s degree in social work was considered an office setting, the area was constantly psychology and plans to obtain a master’s in social work. under attack. Each day she left for work, she wasn’t sure whether or Thank you, Jessica Amber Patten, for your service, your desire not she’d return home. to help others heal and grow, and for sharing your story.

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In my opinion, fall is the best time of year for western fashion. We not only get to wear our favorite fashions, we now get to add layers.

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We have to mention my must-have item for fall, and that is the scarf! There are many kinds, but my favorite is the silk wild rag. There are hundreds of prints and colors to go with all your outerwear, and they are comfortable and warm.

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There are many kinds, but my favorite is the silk wild rag. There are hundreds of prints and colors to go with all your outerwear, and they are comfortable and warm. Look to Wyoming Traders, Wild Images, and Fringe Scarves. There are also many locals that make them too.

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My very loving husband devised a ‘pony in the house plan’.

Truth be told I’m not a huge fan of ponies… I’d much rather find an old rodeo horse to stick my kids on, but you can’t beat a pony’s size! My youngest daughter played with a gate most of the summer, pretending it was her “horse” while the older kids practiced with their fair animals. My youngest is petite, and the big horses scare her. Enter another bad animal decision!

impending snow in the forecast, my very loving husband devised a “pony in the house” plan.

Our three kids were not phased at all when I rolled out an old rug by the front door and said someone was coming to pick it up. My husband attached a big bow to the pony’s mane, walked her right up the front steps, and in the front door.

Our youngest daughter was in awe of her perfect black pony and promptly named her Stardust. She even got a short bareback ride in the house!

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I had been on the hunt for a few weeks before I broke the news to my husband that I was pony shopping. He took the news well! I had even pregamed a pen plan for said pony and knew exactly where it would live on the funny farm.

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Josey and Stardust are the cutest little team. Josey is aiming to become the next Amy Fleming (from the hit show Heartland) and spends a lot of time with her pony.

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Taylee, a third-year student officer serving as Secretary in FFA, is dedicated to a career in agriculture.

Taylee Anderson is an 18-year-old senior at Fremont High School. This articulate and ambitious young lady is one of the amazing youths dedicated to carrying on a future in the Ag Industry. She is currently serving her third year as a student officer by filling the position of Secretary in FFA. She is following generations of families who live the agricultural lifestyle. She has been showing livestock at jackpots and county fairs for years, with two projects each year consisting of a lamb and steer. Not only does she take care of and train two animals, but she and her younger brother, Cooper, have a spare for each species. They each take care of one of the “extras,” bringing the total to three animals each. When

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Adapted from infinetaste.com

1 graham cracker crust (my adaptation) Filling ¾ cup granulated sugar 1 cup sour cream 1 egg 1 tsp. vanilla ½ tsp. almond extract 1 Tbsp. lemon juice (freshly squeezed is best) ½ tsp. salt 2 Tbsp. flour 2 ½ cups blueberries Crumble Topping 1 ½ Tbsp. cold butter 3 Tbsp. flour 2 Tbsp. sugar pinch of salt 1. Preheat oven to 400 degrees.

2. Mix together sugar, sour cream, egg, vanilla, almond extract, lemon juice, salt, and flour until smooth. Fold in blueberries. Pour into baked graham cracker pie crust.

3. Bake for 30 minutes.

4. While the pie is baking, prepare the crumble topping. We used our dough blender and cutter to mix the butter into the flour, but you can also use two knives. Once you have pea-sized butter in the flour mixture, stir in the sugar and salt.

5. After the pie bakes for 30 minutes, remove from the oven and add your crumble topping to the top. Bake for an additional 10 to 15 minutes. Cool completely before serving.

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Adapted from allrecipes.com

1 4 6 1 2 3 1/4 1½ 2 2 4

9-inch pie crust, baked egg whites tsp. white sugar cup white sugar Tbsp. all-purpose flour Tbsp. cornstarch tsp. salt cup water lemons, juiced and zested Tbsp. butter egg yolks, beaten

4. In a medium saucepan, mix together 1 cup of sugar, flour, cornstarch, and salt. Stir in water, lemon juice, and lemon zest. Cook over medium-high heat and stir frequently until it boils. Stir in butter.

5. Place egg yolks in a small bowl and gradually whisk in ½ cup of hot sugar mixture. Add it back to the saucepan and bring it to a boil while stirring constantly, until thick.

6. Remove from heat and pour into pie crust. Immediately top with the meringue and spread it so it seals against the pie crust.

1. Preheat the oven to 350 degrees.

2. Whip egg whites in a glass or metal bowl until foamy.

3. Add 6 Tbsp. of sugar gradually TIP: Room temperature egg whites until stiff peaks form. Set aside while you make the lemon filling. whip faster than cold egg whites.

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Pumpkin Cheesecake Pie

BY CINDY JONES

This pumpkin cheesecake, with its gingersnap pecan crust and light and fluffy filling, is the ultimate combination of autumn flavors, perfect for a fall gathering.

Crust 1 ½ cups ground gingersnap cookies ½ cup toasted pecans 1 stick (½ cup) unsalted butter, melted Filling ¾ lb. cream cheese, softened ¾ cup white sugar ¾ cup packed brown sugar 5 large eggs 1 ½ cups canned pumpkin purée ¾ cup heavy cream 1 tsp. cinnamon 1. Preheat the oven to 325 degrees.

2. In a small bowl, combine the butter with the gingersnap cookie crumbs and pecans.

Press into the bottom of a buttered 10-inch springform pan.

3. Bake for 10 minutes.

Remove from the oven and let cool.

4. In a large bowl, on the low speed of an electric mixer, beat the cream cheese until smooth. Gradually add the sugars. Add the eggs, one at a time. Add the pumpkin purée and mix until blended, stopping to scrape the bowl frequently. Once blended, stir in the heavy cream and cinnamon.

5. Pour the batter on top of the prepared crust and set the pan on a baking sheet. Bake until the edges are set, about 1 hour.

6. At the end of the baking time, turn off the heat and, leaving the oven door slightly open, cool the pie in the oven for 1 hour before removing it.

Cover and refrigerate for at least 12 hours or overnight.

7. Remove the pie from the refrigerator 15-20 minutes before cutting and serving.

Top with whipping cream and enjoy!

Leftover Turkey Pot Pie

BY MELISSA SPELTS

One of my favorite things at Thanksgiving time is the leftovers: the turkey, cranberries, stuffing, and rolls. My mom always used all the leftovers for meals we ate while the family was still together. We’ve had soups, sandwiches, and all sorts of different meals. A few years ago, Ryan and I went to a sandwich shop in Las Vegas called Capriotti’s. They have a sandwich called the Bobbie. It is my favorite sandwich in all the world. It is turkey, stuffing, and cranberry sauce on a bun, and it is amazing. They call it Thanksgiving on a bun. They have one in Logan if you want to try. We decided to try that idea with a pot pie, and it’s delicious!

Crust 1 box (2 count) refrigerated pie crust Filling turkey stuffing dried cranberries veggies gravy (see next column)

Gravy ⅓ cup butter ⅓ cup chopped onion ⅓ cup flour ½ tsp. salt ¼ tsp. pepper 1 can chicken broth ½ cup milk

1. Place 1 pie crust in a pie dish. Poke holes in the crust with a fork and cook in the oven at 450 degrees for 10-12 minutes.

2. In a sauce pan, melt butter over medium heat. Add onion; cook 2 minutes, stirring frequently until tender.

3. Stir in flour, salt, and pepper until well blended.

4. Gradually stir in broth and milk, cooking and stirring until bubbly and thickened.

5. Add gravy to your filling mixture and pour into your cooked pie crust. Spread out evenly.

6. Add the second pie crust to the top with holes cut.

7. Cook for 20 minutes with a foil cover over the outer crust and then remove the foil and cook for 15-20 minutes until the crust is golden brown.

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