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Driven to Despair, One Horrified Scream at a Time By James L. Davis
I taught my son to drive a little more than 13 years ago. I bring this up only because I recently completed my therapy sessions after surviving the experience. I needed therapy because the day after my son came home from getting his learner’s permit my wife handed me the keys to our car and said she would not be teaching our son to drive and I was foolish enough to say “I’ll handle it.” My son has the amazing ability to pester you until you relent and do whatever he is pestering you to do. If he were a superhero, it would be his superpower. Once he obtained his learner’s permit, he focused his superhuman powers on me until I scheduled his lessons. I decided on Sunday afternoons because there usually aren’t a whole lot of other motorists on the road to be endangered. It may be necessary to clarify what I mean by there aren’t a lot of motorists on the road. We lived in a small town in Emery County at the time. There’s September 2019
only one stoplight in the entire county and if you were to line all of the good people of the county up front to back there would be more people standing in line in front of you at Wal-Mart on any given Saturday. So while there may not be motorists on the road, there are motorists sitting comfortably in their homes. Consider yourself warned. Just because you are sitting on your recliner inside your house doesn’t mean you’re safe from 15-year-old student drivers, and I don’t care if you are on the second floor. The first day we went out, I decided we would take the side streets of our home town, which would give my son plenty of opportunities to practice his stop and go driving. Right from the start, he exhibited a keen ability to go. Stopping presented a problem. “There’s a stop sign coming up Case’,” I said quite calmly several hundred feet before the stop sign. This was soon followed by “Stop sign Case’. Casey, Stop Sign. Stopsignstopsignstopsignstopsign!” At which point my son stopped – in the middle of the intersection. “Did you not hear the words coming out of my mouth?” “Yes, but you were yelling.” “It’s better than dying.”
“You made me nervous.” “You made me wet myself!” We moved on and after several other near-death experiences and having lost the ability to speak (all I could get out of my mouth was “Kaaah,” I’m not sure what I was trying to say), I decided to try some highway driving. As we drove, we came upon a southbound car traveling 20 miles per hour under the speed limit, so I told my son to pass him. As we passed I looked out the window, and I believe the other driver detected the terror in my eyes because when we passed Casey slowed down and so did the other motorist. When my son slowed down to 20 mph on the highway, the motorist behind us kept his distance and began to weave back and forth on the road, apparently terrified Casey might suddenly put the car in reverse and back into him. “What are you doing!” The car was now at a complete stop on the highway, as was the car behind us. I glanced back to see the driver had the same terrified look on his face that I had on mine. “Drive, please drive!” I screamed. It was then that I learned I could scream just like a schoolgirl. It’s like my superpower. (Davis is the editor of Serve Daily.)
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Scenic wonders await with a drive through ‘the world’s longest art gallery’ By Ed Helmick
Seventy-four miles eastbound on Highway 6 from the junction with I-15 you will be at the Chevron gas station in Wellington. A left turn on 2200 East, known as Soldier Creek Road, will begin an amazing display of Utah ranching history and prehistoric rock art. Nine Mile Canyon, which is 27 miles long, has been called the world’s longest art gallery. More than 1,000 rock art sites have been identified and classified in the canyon. Many sites can easily be viewed from the paved road. Some of the history and pictograph sites are marked with signs and many others are not. For that reason, the most interesting and accessible features are described with mileage references. This is a great family outing to share history with the kids.
At the southeast corner of the gas station parking lot is a BLM information kiosk that will help you understand what lies ahead. Zero your odometer and start your day’s adventure. At 12.5 miles you will pass the abandoned Soldier Canyon Coal Mine. About a mile and a half up the road you will see the remnants of an old homestead on the left. The bridge you cross is Minnie Maude Creek. It is just a short distance to the Nine Mile Ranch property sign. The road to the ranch headquarters is on the right at 23.7 miles. It is a working ranch with tourist services such as a campground, cabins, bunk ‘n breakfast, showers, a country store, and guided tours of the canyon. It sounds like a neat place to spend a few days. This is also a good place to zero your odometer for the next reference points up the canyon.
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Just 2.5 miles up the road from Nine Mile Ranch are the first major panels of pictographs. You know you are about there when you see a yellow road sign on the right side of the road with a person walking. A short distance up the road as it starts to curve, you will see a widened pave area for parking on the right side of the road. A sign off the right side of the road has an arrow pointing to the left and the message “First Site.” They are on the left side of the road and protected with a wooden fence. There are several pictographs along the rock wall, some are easy to see, and others are a little faint and difficult to see. An interesting set of pictographs are above the others on a rock ledge. Up the road about a mile is Cottonwood Glen day-use area with picnic tables and restrooms. At 30.5 miles you will find a few old buildings that are all
that remains of the town of Harper which at one time had a hotel, school, and post office. The town, originally called Lee Station, was a stagecoach stop in the late 1800’s. The next pictographs are on the left side of the road near a balanced rock at 31.9 miles called Pig Head Rock because it looks like the cartoon character Porky Pig. Just before Pig Head Rock there is a short trail on the left that leads to some pictographs about 60 feet off the road and about 5 feet above ground level. At about 33.4 miles look to your left halfway up the hillside on the smooth black face and you will see a large snake carved in the rock. With binoculars look to the right of the snake and you can see many small figures, birds, and trees carved in the rock. P Nutter’s Ranch is at 37.8 miles, which was Continued on Next Page.
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another stagecoach stop with a hotel and saloon. A lot of stories can be told about this place. Just past the Nutter’s Ranch is the Gate Canyon Road on your left, which will be another article someday. In about 0.3 miles past Gate Canyon there are several pictograph panels on the left just before a cattle guard. At 38.8 miles stop on the right edge of the road after crossing another cattle guard, look down the road to the east, then look 30 degrees to the left, and then about 300 feet up the cliff for a large and well-preserved granary. Study the rock wall carefully because it does blend into the surrounding rocks very well. Binoculars will make it easier to find the granary. Dry Canyon enters the main canyon from the right. At this point, you can look to your right across the canyon and you will see an interesting rock
formation called “The Mummy”. Look to the left canyon wall from this location, and you will see a large alcove known as “Rassmussuen’s Cave”. There are some excellent pictographs on the walls of the cave. The Big Buffalo Panel is located across the canyon at 45.7 miles and requires a hike to the east wall of the canyon. There is a well-defined hiking trail to it, and it is well worth the hike. Another 0.2 mile up the road at 45.9 miles on the odometer is the famous Hunter Panel pictograph. This is one of the finest pictograph panels to be found anywhere. You have traveled 46 miles through Nine Mile Canyon and been introduced to the history and rock art of this amazing place. Please enjoy the sites and respect their heritage. (Helmick is a Serve Daily contributor.)
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On the evening of Aug. 21, a fire that officials deemed as equipment related, flared up on the southeast side of West Mountain near Utah Lake. The fire that was named the Goose Point Fire, burned in 8,900 acres with zero evacuations or structures burned. Even so, power lines on the mountain disintegrated, leaving residents without power as crews work tirelessly to rebuild lines. According to finance director for South Utah Valley Electric Service District, Mark Holdaway, power should be restored by the evening of Sept. 3. The delay, he says, is due to conditions out of their control. “West Mountain is very dry and very steep,” Holdaway said. “Because of this, helicopters had to be brought in to help carry and place the poles.” There was also an unexpected delay
that Holdaway said was both a pleasant surprise and learning experience for him and his crew. Due to the fact that the poles on West Mountain were on BLM land, the federal government had to get involved. But it wasn’t just because of where the fire was located, but what was located on the mountain itself. As it turns out, there is some ancient rock art on the mountain that the government had to inspect to make sure workers would avoid digging in those areas. The crews at SESD, Holdaway said have been working tirelessly to get power restored to residents. Everyone, he said, has been working on their days off to rebuild the system, all while keeping up with everyday power-related calls to serve the needs of their customers. Employees at SESD thanked customers for their patience as they work hard to resolve this matter. (Brown is a Serve Daily contributor.)
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Girl donates earnings from lemonade stand to local police department By Arianne Brown
Like many girls her age, 7-year-old Pari Sarkar thought it might be fun to have a lemonade stand. So, on a warm summer day in July, with the help of her mother, young Pari set up a stand near the street outside her home. Unlike many girls her age, however, Pari didn’t plan on spending the money earned on candy, toys or even save it for herself. She wanted to donate all she had earned to the Springville Police Department. “At school, Pari had learned about everyday heroes, and a police officer visited,” Pari’s mother, Pritha Lal said. “She was so inspired by these everyday heroes, that she decided that she wanted to raise money to give back to them.” Pritha Lal put a post out to friends and family about the lemonade stand that would take place on July 4, explaining where the proceeds would be going, and the community responded. “Our first customer was Officer Willardson, and then Officers Aston and Stanton stopped by,” Pritha Lal said. “One of Pari’s teachers came, and we had many friends and neighbors give several dollars for a cup of lemonade.” Little Pari’s efforts raised $113 in total, saving $10 to buy her parents a gift, and the rest she brought to the police department. When she arrived, none other than Police Chief Craig Martinez was there to greet her, and even asked to take a selfie with her. In a Facebook post, the police department wrote in part, “... [We’re] not sure what’s more impressive, the support [Pari] has for us at such a young age or that she made over $113 at said stand. Thank you, Pari!” Pari told Serve Daily that doing this made her feel happy. “I felt very happy because giving something away can make you happy,” Pari said. The 7-year-old did not leave empty-handed, how-
Pari Sakar and Springville Police Chief Craig Martinez take a selfie after Pari donated her lemonade stand profits to the police department.
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ever. Along with her full heart, the officers sent her home with two Springville Police Badges that her mom says she will cherish forever. (Brown is a mom of nine who writes columns for many local and national
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need your help now to keep our food bank and food pantry running smoothly, and to help people in need in our community.” For more information about the food bank or to volunteer, contact Daniel Fillmore at volunteer@communityactionuc.org or (801) 691-5220. About Community Action Services and Food Bank Community Action Services and Food Bank fosters self-sufficiency in families and individuals. The focus is on stabilizing families with housing and food assistance, then providing help with programs, education and referral support to assist those who are struggling with poverty. Since 1967 the agency has been meeting basic human needs (like food, shelter, and housing) while pro-
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viding individuals and families long-term solutions to rebuild their financial and social self-sufficiency. This can enable people to move out of poverty. Community Action Services and Food Bank helps change people’s lives, embodies the spirit of hope, improves communities and makes America a better place to live. We care about the entire community and are dedicated to helping people help themselves and each other. We envision vibrant and sustainable communities where each resident has safe and affordable housing, economic opportunities and people in their life they can count on. For more information, visit communityactionuc.org. (Serve Daily submission by Jennifer Durrant.)
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‘I was served by my family’s farm’ By Arianne Brown
Moving to Southern Utah County has given me a newfound appreciation for where my food comes from. I have never been surrounded by more gardens and farms in my entire life, and it has even inspired me to have my own veggie-filled garden — which I love! I will often go for long runs out on the old country roads in Payson, Salem and out toward Benjamin, hoping that the crop-filled landscape never changes. I have been served by the example of farmers and gardeners in our area, and so have the following two women. Gerry, Jensen Jensen Family Farm in Benjamin “Our farm in Benjamin has been in the family for over 100 years. My husband’s grandfather started it, and we raise cattle, hay, and grain. It has been passed
down through the generations. It almost skipped a generation when we had to move for my husband’s job with the government. “About 30 years ago, one of our sons won a calf in a rope-em contest, and that started us raising cows again, and now some of my sons mostly run it and love doing it. My husband is still out at the farm quite a bit, hauling hay. “Farming isn’t like it used to be, and it’s really difficult to make a living at it. My husband says that we barely break even every year. Even with the challenges of having a farm, it has taught my children how to work, and it has kept our family together. We just all love going out to the farm.” “I have been served by our family farm because it has kept our family together.” Angie Hepworth McMullin Orchards “My dad, David McMullin, is one of the owners of the orchards that have been in our family for 92
years. My dad is a great farmer, but more than that, I have seen him my whole life serve those around him. I wasn’t aware until I was older, but he was always helping families in need, and he donates his time anywhere he can in helping people who want to learn anything from pruning to mechanic work. He serves his family any chance he gets and is always there to help his siblings and children out with anything he can when they call him to fix things. He takes care of the employees on the farm and provides them with things they might need. He cares for them like they are his family. “He is always supporting local FFA chapters and donating money to help kids. “I have been served by watching all the good my dad does in the community on and off the farm.” (I Was Served is a column dedicated to sharing moments of service. If you have been a recipient of service, and would like to share, send an email to, ariannebrown1@gmail.com. Brown is a Serve Daily contributor.)
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As trees prepare for a cold winter, the display of color in the mountains will be spectacular.
You may have noticed that the days are getting shorter and the and the nights are cooler. We are entering the
Fall or Autumn season and officially that occurs on Sept. 22. That is the date in the earth’s rota-
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tion around the sun when the length of day and night are approximately equal all over the planet. In the northern hemisphere the days become shorter until Winter Solstice on Dec. 21. The tilt on the earth’s axis is a very clever design by our creator to spread the warmth of the sun. It is generally understood that the fall colors we see are a result of shorter days and cooler temperatures. The changing of the leaves may start earlier this year because of the drought we have had since the Spring rains stopped. The colors we see in the transition from the warm growing season to the dormant plant life of winter are a wonderful story of the creator’s design when you think about it. Amazing chemistry takes place in the leaves of trees during the warm growing season. The green chlorophyll in the leaves absorbs sunlight energy and transforms carbon dioxide and water into carbo-
hydrates for the tree’s growth. With the reduced daylight and temperatures of the fall season, the leaves stop their food-making process, and the chlorophyll breaks down, which results in the green color fading away. This allows the red, yellow and orange colors to become visible and produce the colors of fall season. Now there is more to this amazing story. As the leaves are changing color, another change is taking place as a layer of cells develops where the stem of the leaf is attached to the tree. This growth of a cork-like material eventually severs the leaf from the tree and seals the wound where the leaf stem was attached. This occurs so tree sap does not leak out. The leaf falls off or blows off the tree. This is tree survival; the tree cannot afford to support the leaf system during the winter months. When you think about the story of the fall colors it is an incredible adaptation to the coming season. (Helmick is a Serve Daily contributor.)
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Crabby’s To-Go offers casual dining experience in Santaquin Crabby’s to-go is a new casual dining restaurant with an emphasis on fresh local food and is located right off the main street exit in Santaquin. Contrary to what many may think, Crabby’s is not a seafood restaurant. It is named after the owner and founder Cory Crabb. Crabby’s serves up a large Mexican/ American menu which consists of classic American foods, such as chicken strips and burgers, as well as a variety of Mexican options, such as tacos, burritos, and enchiladas. If the food isn’t enticing enough, Crabby’s also boasts a full espresso bar, featuring Millcreek Coffee. The coffee is roasted fresh weekly at the company headquarters in Salt Lake City; meats come from Wasatch meats, the buns are baked fresh daily at Honey and Grains Bakery in Springville. Crabby uses local vendors so the freshness and quality are guaranteed to be the best they can be. Restaurant staff cooks up many items
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The staff of Crabby’s to-go in Santaquin are ready to serve up some great comfort food. the most here at Crabby’s. We are not a typical fast-food chain that gets your order out in 90 seconds. “Our food, for the most part, is cooked
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Knock ‘em Games Spanish Fork teen builds lawn game business with support from parents By Arianne Brown
When Eric and Rachel Jacobsen walk down into their basement in Spanish fork, it’s not filled with furniture or decorative wall hangings. In fact, there aren’t even any walls to hang things on, or flooring to place any furniture. Instead, the unfinished basement is filled with stackable cups, softballs, and packaging ready to be shipped to eager customers. Rather than the fulfilled wish of a finished basement, the area is filled with a budding dream and ambition that belongs to their 14-year-old son, Jeston. The dream that is well on its way to be realized is a yard game Jeston invented called, KNOCK ‘EM, where two to four players try to knock down their opponent’s cups with a ball, with the goal of having the last cup standing. The game has been three years in the making, and Eric Jacobsen says it’s been a wonderful experience that he hopes will continue. “I remember when Jeston first showed us the game that was originally a tabletop game,” Eric Jacobsen said. “He had written up all the instructions, and had put a lot of thought into it, but I had no expectations.” But, when they played the game as a family, that’s when Eric said he knew this game was something special. He encouraged his son to pitch it to a friend who had a successful Kickstarter campaign. They then decided to turn it into a yard game, and began working on creating prototypes that they could test out on neighbors and friends. They gathered feedback and began working toward their Kickstarter campaign. That campaign, unfortunately, fell short of its goal, and that’s when the Jacobsens had to dig deep. “When the Kickstarter failed, it actually turned out to be a really good thing, because it forced us to think differently,” Eric said. Faced with needing to fund the rest of the project alone so they didn’t risk losing it all, the Jacobsens had to make sure their son was all in. “Jeston and I had a conversation about really trying to make this a business,” Eric said. “I told him that I would support him 100 percent, but only if he was committed. I made sure he knew that I was about to invest time and money that was not easy to come by because I believed in him and the product.” Jeston told his parents he was committed, and along with their support, KNOCK ‘EM has made steady steps forward. And with each step made, the Jacobsens have had to reevaluate goals, accept setbacks, and look at the bigger picture.
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Eric Jacobsen has found supporting his son, Jetson, in his business venture to be something that makes a close family even closer.
“The clear thought I had when doing this was that I needed to do it for Jeston’s development and for us to have something to work on together,” Eric said. “That was it. And that was enough. “Life is about learning, growing and connecting,” he continued. “This has provided all of those things. We are learning new things, and it is pushing all of us to be better. It has provided a common exciting thing and opportunity for our entire family. We have felt love and support from so many people in our family, neighborhood, local community, and the yard game community. And just having a common interest with my 14-year old son at a time when it can be hard to find that has been awesome. I am
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confident this whole experience will help keep us connected during super important years.” Jeston agreed with his dad, expressing his appreciation for the support of his parents, and how building this game and business has brought him closer to them. “The support of my parents has meant so much,” Jeston said. “They support me in everything I do, and with KNOCK ‘EM. We work through ideas and everything together. It wouldn’t have been possible without them.” To know more about KNOCK ‘EM, go to knockemgames.com. (Brown is a Serve Daily contributor.)
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Larsen Video to close its doors after 33 years By Arianne Brown
Walking into a movie rental store is something many of us remember as part of our distant past. It was the good old days of taking home a movie to watch without the need to purchase
it, all while experiencing great (human) customer service, and even running into a neighbor or two along the way. With the birth of streaming services like Netflix, Hulu, and now countless others, the need for a rental store has become obsolete.
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One store in Springville, however, remained open even throughout the internet streaming boom —that is, until now. After 33 years and 27,000 customers, Larsen Video in Springville is closing, liquidating all of its movies for $1.99 each. To the onlooker, the closing of this store may seem like a long time coming, but to many Springville residents, it represents the disappearance of an era, and a reminder of good memories had. “Truly a Springville gem,” Cameron Conger wrote in a Facebook comment. “I remember being a child and saving up enough change to go rent a VHS and walk over to Polar King to get a twist cone. Thanks for all the great memories.” “I spent many years in the military, and every time I came back to Springville, Larsen’s was always there,”
Tod Morgan wrote on the same thread. “No matter how long I was away, whenever I came back and went into the store, you always remembered my name. Definitely a Springville icon that will be missed.” While owner, Leon Larsen also reminisced about the good old days, he’s at peace with letting it go. “It had a good run, but when it’s done, it’s done,” Larsen said. “It wasn’t worth it to keep it open anymore, and we got an offer we couldn’t refuse, so we decided to sell the building. All good things come to an end.” When asked what his plan is when the store closes, Larsen said that he was going to go home and rest a while. When asked if he was going to stream any videos, he politely said no, stating that he doesn’t subscribe to any movie streaming apps, but does enjoy a good Clint Eastwood movie. (Brown is a Serve Daily contributor.)
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Culvers manager demonstrates the ‘spirit of service’ with a smile By Arianne Brown
Culvers in Spanish Fork serves burgers, fries, seafood sandwiches, its signature frozen custard, and a good dose of hospitality. And according to owner, Monty Hedin, having employees who are a beacon in the community is what he looks for in those he has work for him. “A main goal of Culvers is to be a rock in the community, and to expand our footprint through doing good,” Hedin said. “We do that through many charitable endeavors, as well as through simply having employees who share the spirit of service while here.” According to Hedin, that charitable spirit can be found in the restaurant’s daytime manager, Beth Sandrone, who is this month’s “Server of the Month.” “Beth started out as a regular customer who moved here from Wisconsin in 2015,” Hedin said. “Culvers originated in Wisconsin, and so Beth was familiar with the restaurant, and would come often with family. She was such a delight when she came in, and had such a great smile, so one day I asked her if she wanted to be the face of Culvers at Spanish
Fork.” Sandrone has worked at Culvers for two years, and Hedin said that he has been impressed with her ability to connect with customers in a positive and often unforgettable way. “Many of the regular customers know Beth by name,” Hedin said. “Everyone who comes in and is served by Beth feels like they’ve been hugged by their grandma. You’ll have had a better day just by seeing her. She is that special.” It isn’t just Sandrone’s customer service that sets her apart, however. Hedin said that her work ethic is next to none. “Beth is never idle,” Hedin said. “If she’s not taking an order, she is cleaning tables. You will see her holding two trays at one time, which is no easy feat for anyone, let alone Beth, who does it all with one hand. Beth was born with one hand and does more than most who have two. She really is amazing.” On behalf of the community, Serve Daily thanks Beth Sandrone for her hard work and service, and congratulates her on being recognized as this month’s “Server of the Month.” If you have someone you would like to nominate,
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Beth Sandrone works at Culvers in Spanish Fork.
send it to editor@servedaily.com. (Brown is a Serve Daily contributor.)
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Aviation Enthusiasts Making History in Spanish Fork By Ed Helmick
Right here at the small-town Spanish Fork Airport we have aviation history being made by a couple of innovative aviation enthusiasts, twin brothers Mark and Mike Patey. These guys have created so many unique and record braking airplanes one aircraft maintenance technician at the airport, Hal Jackson, calls them Howard Hughes times two. Mike’s latest project, a super STOL turboprop (jet prop) airplane has the national and international aviation media buzzing with excitement. STOL stands for Short Take Off and Landing airplane. Mike’s four-seat airplane can take off in 97 feet and land in 110 feet at sea level and at our higher altitudes it takes just a little bit more. The airplane cruises about 200 miles-perhour with a service ceiling of 28,000 feet. Mike calls his bright red creation DRACO, which is Spanish for dragon. He demonstrated DRACO at the Spanish Fork Open House event on Aug. 24 to the amazement of the crowd. Mike was flying along-side a couple Carbon Cub STOL which are impressive performing airplanes themselves. Now we see why DRACO
has won so much media attention and numerous trophies since it has been flying. Slow flight and STOL characteristics are great for back-country airplanes, but what most people like about airplanes is speed. A few years back the Patey brothers set a world speed record for piston-powered airplanes flying west to east across the United States. The two made the simultaneous flights in identical home-built airplanes, one flying a northern route and the other a southern route, in a little over six hours flight time. That flight beat the previous record set by Howard Hughes in 1937 in his H-1 Racer, which took seven hours and 25 minutes. To go even faster Mike extensively modified a Lancair Legacy to accommodate an 850 horsepower turboprop engine. The airplane is made entirely with carbon fiber material for lightness and strength. The airplane is called Turbulence and has a top recorded speed is 438.02 miles per hour. Mike has a couple of more projects on his mind. One is a back-country airplane to be called Scrappy, because it will be made from a left-over parts. For a higher and faster goal Mike is
Mike Patey with his plane, DRACO.
thinking about a tandem seat, pressured airplane he will call ballistic. In a recent interview Mike was asked if he thought of himself as an airplane builder or as a pilot. He immediately responded pilot, but then added he
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likes the challenge of creating something new. When asked what he thought of the Howard Hughes analogy, he just smiled and shrugged his shoulders. (Helmick is a Serve Daily contributor.)
Flying Start offers dreamers chance to ‘touch the sky’ By Ed Helmick
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A Cessna 172 Training and Personal Use Airplane flies over the Wasatch Mountains.
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Most of us have looked skyward and thought how much fun it would be to learn to fly. Then, believing it is too expensive or too dangerous, we’ve dismissed the notion. It’s time to dispel the misconceptions and learn how easy, low cost and safe learning to fly can be. The Utah County Chapter of the EAA is hosting a free “Flying Start” informational program at the Spanish Fork Airport on Sept. 7 at 9 a.m. It is one of many Flying Start events being held nationwide. The Flying Start program introduces interested individuals to the fun, freedom, and accessibility of general aviation. The program consists of a presentation and video that provides information on everything from what is involved in flight training, to which pilot certificate would be best suited for each individual, to how much it will cost in both time and money. Flying Start attendees will also have the opportunity to experience aviation for themselves with a free introductory Eagle Flight and informal mentorship
from an EAA volunteer pilot. Many forms of flight will be discussed, including airplane, helicopter, gyrocopter, sailplane/glider, powered parachute, powered paraglider and, hot air balloon. EAA has approximately 800 chapters around the world, which provide activities for local aviation enthusiasts with a mission of growing participation in aviation by sharing “The Spirit of Aviation.” Chapter activities range from monthly meetings to airport open houses, fly-ins, educational programs, building and restoring aircraft and pancake breakfasts that share aviation with the community and build a strong bond between local aviation and the public. EAA chapters are the backbone of the International EAA organization, which has more than 200,000 members. The local organizations include general EAA chapters as well as specialized chapters for vintage aircraft, Ward, Ultralight and Aerobatic flight enthusiasts. For more information about this Flying Start session, contact Michael Duke at info@eaa753.org or online at 753.eaachapter.org/events/htm. (Helmick is a Serve Daily contributor.)
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The Aeroplanes, Trains, and Automobiles event at the Spanish Fork Airport on Aug. 24 was a huge success with more than 9,000 people attending. It is like a three-ring circus with airplane static displays, airplane flying demonstrations, a train ride for the kids, street races around the hangars, a race down the taxiway for exotic cars. Next year’s event is tentatively scheduled Aug. 29, 2020. Photos by Ed Helmick.
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Cross country captain enjoys the challenge of the run By Anderson Brown
Cross country season is underway and Payson high school senior and team captain, Maddy Drager is already off to a good start, shaving two minutes off her time from last year. Coach Stan Peck says that Maddy is a success on and off the course. “Maddy is awesome,” Peck said. “She is a 4.0 student. She has been working hard all summer and is already almost two minutes ahead of her ending PR last year. She is liked by everyone and is one of the sweetest, thoughtful people that I know.” Maddy started running cross country last year during her junior year and says she enjoys it and that it’s also a challenge. “I started running cross country junior year,” she said. “This is currently my second year of cross country and
I absolutely love it. I enjoy seeing my hard work pay off. My team is like another family to me. I love the scenic runs, and the feeling of accomplishment after a difficult run.” Running hasn’t always been easy for Maddy. Last year she had a spasm of her vocal cords, making it hard for her to breathe and even finishing a run. After working hard to control her vocal cords Maddy says she is finally overcoming it. She said that she is grateful for challenges. “If it doesn’t challenge you, it won’t change you,” she said. “Cross country isn’t something that you wake up one day and say hey I want to run seven miles. “You have to build up to it. Cross country is a challenge, but like anything it takes time to overcome that. Be patient with yourself. Celebrate every accomplishment big or small. Every step
forward is a step in the right direction. Maddy says her goals for this season are to hit a 21 minute 5K, and to become a better team captain so that when her teammates need help, they will think
of her. (Brown is a sophomore at Payson High School and lifelong soccer player. He enjoys learning about the athletic journeys of other student-athletes through writing this column.)
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Old-Fashioned Barn Raising Coming to Mapleton The city of Mapleton is holding an old-fashioned barn raising on Sept. 7, creating a Historic Town Square at Mapleton City Park for all to enjoy. Everyone is invited to take part in this Founder’s Day Celebration. Hammer a nail in the barn door and blacksmith shop, or lay a brick to help reconstruct the 1888 Relief Society Hall. Eat a boxed dinner, bid at the auctions, listen to live music, enjoy dancing, and shop at the bake sale and old-fashioned bazaar for quilts and other handcrafted items. The Founder’s Day Celebration will be held at 4 p.m. and barn-raising festivities will begin at 5 p.m. and finish around 8 p.m. In the early days of the Utah Territory, women created a place of their own by building Relief Society Meeting Halls.
They earned the money for these buildings in inventive ways, including holding bazaars and dinners, investing in properties, gleaning fields, donating “Sunday eggs,” performing dramatic shows, etc. Like the sisters of old, organizers of the event will be earning money to help reconstruct the hall and create the Historic Town Square with a dinner, bake sale, auction, and bazaar. To honor the fortitude and dedication of these women, the Historic Town Square is being created to display their handiwork from the past: quilting, knitting, embroidery, wheat storage, silk making and more. “My grandmothers, Hannah Bird Mendenhall and her mother, Abby Ann Whiting, were part of the first silkworm production in Utah County,” said Mary Fojtek, President of the
Mapleton Historical Society. “When Grandmother Hannah Mendenhall served as Kolob Stake Relief Society President she was in charge of this building which they outgrew in 1922, and the women began meeting in the Old White Church.” In 1924, the property was sold to the Jensen family. The hall has been hiding in the backyard of the Dana and Derek Keller family for many years, and they have generously donated it to the community. Too fragile to move, the hall was dismantled brick by brick, each one cleaned and prepared for repair. Now the historic building is ready to be reconstructed. The Relief Society Activity Hall is one of the two remaining halls out of eleven originals in Utah Valley. The other hall is in the Provo Pioneer Park.
In addition to the Historic Relief Society Hall, old barns have been donated and dismantled and will be repurposed to construct a new barn and blacksmith shop. There will be an opportunity for those who attend the celebration to hammer nails in the walls of these newfound historic structures. Memorabilia of the agricultural heritage of Mapleton will be displayed in the new buildings. “I firmly believe the example set by the founders of Mapleton City has provided a legacy that is important in any place and in any era,” said Dr. John Frischknecht. “It is especially critical for our young people, today and in the future, to understand the sacrifices and values that have preceded them.” For more information go to JustServe.org or Mapleton.org
Payson’s Salmon Supper tradition continues unabated The Salmon Supper, as it was initially known, was started in 1954 by the Payson LDS Park Ward as a fundraiser social activity. The Lindsay, Tanner, Christensen, Oborn, Williams, Rosenbaum, Broadbent, Beckstrom, Page, Ellsworth, Loveless, Montague, Hansen and many other families were involved. Fresh salmon was brought in and grilled over applewood at the Payson Memorial Park. Generous portions of salmon, along with rolls, sweet treats and corn were served while entertainment like Monte Taylor’s Dixie Land Band Played. About 30 years later, the LDS Church changed its fundraising policy and was going to discontinue the event. The Payson City Council stepped up to the “plate” and converted it to the Payson Salmon Supper.
The excess funds generated were assigned to civic projects, such as the new pavilion designed by Blair Andreason. City workers were all involved. The fire department grilled the Salmon. The Browns cooked the corn. The police and ambulance provided security. The high school athletes and cheer squad helped with set up and serving. Dozen of volunteers served and assisted. Steady attendance growth has continued each year and now more than 5,000 were fed with fishes and provided extraordinary entertainment. Janeen Dean went high tech this year with online ticket sales and scheduled serving which reduced the quarter-mile line to a fraction. The Payson Salmon Supper is held the first Friday in August each year. (Serve Daily submission by Don Dixon.)
Visitors enjoy dinner at the Payson Salmon Supper.
Gem Faire, America’s Premier Jewelry and Bead Show, returns to Salt Lake City Sept. 20-22, at Mountain America Expo Center, 9575 South, State Street, in Sandy. Hours are Fri. 10am-6pm, Sat. 10am6pm, and Sun. 10am-5pm. The event is open to the public. Admission of $7 is
valid for the entire weekend. Exhibitors from all over the world will be on site with the largest selection of fine jewelry, crystals, gemstones, beads, minerals, fossils and much more. Take advantage of buying directly from the importers and wholesalers.
From loose gems, raw minerals and millions of bead strands, to finished jewelry, fashion accessories, supplies, and tools, find them all under one roof. Jewelry repair, cleaning and ring sizing service is available while you shop. Classes and demonstrations are offered to all skill levels.
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Wasatch Gem Society and R.O.C.K. Club will be there with educational displays and demonstrations. Free door prize drawings are conducted every hour throughout the weekend. The hours will be Friday-Saturday from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m., and Sunday from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m.
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Central Bank employees taught 3,137 children from 24 Utah County elementary schools in the Alpine, Provo City, and Nebo School Districts as part of the American Bankers Association “Teach Children to Save Program.” Each year, Central Bank employees look forward to spending many hours participating in these local financial literacy programs that benefit and strengthen the communities of Utah County. “There are many facets of my job that I enjoy immensely and participating in the Teach Children to Save Program is definitely near the top,” said Connie Maxwell, a Customer Service Representative in Central Bank’s Lehi Office. Teach Children to Save is sponsored by the ABA Foundation and provides bankers nationwide an opportunity to serve their community and teach young children the importance of saving. Central Bank is one of only two local Utah County Banks that partic-
ipated in the Teach Children to Save Program this year. “We feel a great responsibility to serve and educate our community, which is why Central Bank employees have participated in TCTS for the last several years. This program introduces children to financial principles and provides them the tools they need to successfully manage their money—and we are proud to be a part of that,” said Mark Packard, Bank President. Central Bank has served the communities of Utah County for over 128 years and currently operates 11 locations from the Point of the Mountain to Payson. Central Bank offers all modern banking services and conveniences—mobile banking, online bill pay, advanced technology ATMs, and online financial management through its new platform, Money Management—all without parting from its relationship-based service. (Serve Daily submission by Seth Ollerton.)
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Retiree to speak on surviving World War II Pete Czerny will speak at the Springville Senior Center, 65 East, 200 South, on Oct. 2 at 6 p.m., sharing his memories of surviving World War II. This event is free and open to the public. Czerny was born in Germany during World War II to two faithful LDS parents. He, his parents, and 2-year-old older brother experienced the war just as horribly as people in those countries that Germany attacked. True miracles kept them several times from being killed and yet they also were not spared the wrath of the conquering Russian soldiers as his family ended up behind the Iron Curtain, in Communist East Germany. Their home destroyed, they eventually had to start a new existence and felt inspired to do it in America by escaping as a family, first to West Germany. By the time he was 12, Pete and his family had been refugees three times.
He is one of the youngest survivors of the war who have actual memories of it and its atrocities. The war and the few years he lived in post-war Germany robbed him of a normal childhood. Even coming to America was not without problems, since he spoke no English when his family arrived. After graduating from high school, he served an LDS mission to Austria. He drafted into the U.S. Army for six years, during which time he served in the active, reserve, and stand-by army. During part of this time he was able to attend the University of Utah, where he received a bachelor’s degree in secondary education. While waiting for a fall teaching position, he began a summer job at the BYU Motion Picture Studio as an assistant motion picture film editor. He soon became the studio’s supervis-
ing film editor and has worked there in various capacities for almost 50 years. Although retired, he still volunteers to take visitors on tours of the studio, and he projects movies for the BYU Harold B. Lee Library’s film series. While at the studio and during vacation times, he authored, photographed, and published the book “The Great Salt Lake,” taking several years to finish. He has studied music and has written many songs, hymns, poems, and piano solos. Because of the lasting scars of the war and his shattered childhood, he did not marry but instead has risked his life in helping friends and relatives behind the Iron Curtain and serving his church. Pete invites you to come and hear his story. He will have free handouts, and a question and answer period will follow the lecture. (Serve Daily submission by Diane King.)
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‘In Love and War’ weaves heartaches and triumph in author’s debut novel In Love and War, a Short Novel by Chris McClelland is a debut drama, set before and during World War II, which explores the distinction between friend and foe. Mack McInnis meets Inga Kaufener in Florida in 1933, when they’re both 10 years old, and their friendship blossoms into romance in their senior year of high school. Inga’s German family had moved to America to escape the consequences of Hitler’s rise to power, but as the possibility of war between Germany and the United States becomes increasingly likely, she encounters scorn and distrust from her peers. In 1941, when American involvement in the war seems inevitable, Inga’s father, Juergen, discovers that he’s suspected of being a German spy. He decides to move his family back to their homeland in order to ensure their safety. In Inga’s absence, heartsick Mack listlessly sleepwalks through his college experience, finally dropping out to retreat to a cabin in the woods and suffer in solitude. When he’s drafted, he insists on not fighting Germans, but
because he has experience piloting crop dusters, he’s assigned to a B-17 that’s tasked with bombing German sites—including Weimar, where he knows that Inga currently lives. Meanwhile, Inga realizes that she’s pregnant with Mack’s child and marries a local boy in order to save her family from dishonor. Even though her brother was conscripted to fight in the German military, she secretly works for the resistance movement opposing Adolf Hitler. McClelland deftly follows several characters whose lives are involuntarily turned upside down by war and who are compelled to fight. He provocatively raises profound questions about how one defines and compartmentalizes allies and enemies and the ways in which duty forces one to make difficult decisions. McClelland’s unembellished prose is confident and self-assured throughout, and the subject matter is as philosophically challenging as it is emotionally poignant. A sharp, moving reflection on how love can survive even the greatest trials.
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Readers Saddle Up for Fiesta Days Rodeo One of the top rodeos in the nation, the Spanish Fork Fiesta Days Rodeo recognized 20 students in Nebo School District for their success in the Rodeo Reading Challenge. These top student readers received tickets to the Fiesta Days Rodeo, Justin boots, Wrangler Jeans, and a Resistol cowboy hat, as well as being involved in the opening ceremonies of the Fiesta Days Rodeo. The Fiesta Days Rodeo Committee kicked off the assemblies with a lineup consisting of Nick Hanks, Seth Perrins, Dale Robinson, Jimmy Gull, Angie Warner, and Kevin Parker along with the Fiesta Days Rodeo Queen, Alli Johansen, and Second Attendant, Savannah Ogden. The students were asked to log their reading for the month of April. The students turned in their reading minutes, and each grade had a winner. During the assembly, the students also learned about rodeo events, including team roping, barrel racing, and bull riding. The partnership all started with one educator issuing a simple challenge to her school to read more western novels. Now, it is a city-wide effort to
encourage reading and introduce the rodeo to a younger generation. In its sixth year, the partnership between Nebo School District and the Spanish Fork Rodeo Committee is as impressive as ever with an amazing 2,050,745 million minutes or 34,179 hours of reading. The following students were part of the opening ceremonies at the Fiesta Days Rodeo on July 22 as the Grand Winners: Aydan Smith, Cache Haight, Kaesia Wagstaff, Kaden Raadmae, Emily Hatch, Sienna Bucy, Connor Warren, Jex Frost, Peyton Dafoe, Livvy Haroldsen, Axel Chapparo, Payton Johnson, Noah O’Gwin, Sarah Clark, Will Hastings, Emily Hobbs, Ella Bailey, Anne Eastwood, Linnea Udy, and Jentry Daybell. The educators honored were Principal Amy Darington and Katherine Beck. Class Winners: Kimberly Kidd, Olivia Tippets, Jared Christensen, Taylor Johnson, Joel Montiel Reyes, Grayson Reynolds, Alexis Hair, Kinzlee Calton, Camden Lemus, Benjamin Spencer, Cope Shenk, Kelsey Shakespeare, Journey Ivers, Ashlyn Gonsalves, Keighan Lewis, Olivia Andersen, Danika Garlick, Caleb Grant, Tate
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Students taking part in Nebo School District’s Rodeo Reading Challenge are recognized during the Spanish Fork Fiesta Days Rodeo.
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Spanish Fork High FFA advisor selected as ambassador for Utah Nebo School District’s Kaylee Liddiard, Future Farmers of America advisor at Spanish Fork High, was recentlu selected as the FFA Teacher Ambassador for Utah.
Kaylee started training in June 2019 and will serve through June of 2020. The ambassador in each state trains on the most up-to-date resources and opportunities.
This program is an opportunity to extend the outreach from the national level and share resources and opportunities directly with educators. Additionally, it is a great way for
national FFA to receive firsthand, upto-date feedback from teachers and FFA advisors in agriculture education. (Serve Daily submission by Lana Hiskey.)
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Educators encouraged to ‘discover the power within’ Superintendent Rick Nielsen addressed more than 4,000 employees in the opening institute kick-off for Nebo School District employees at Salem Hills High in two separate sessions. He announced the Nebo theme, “Discover the Power Within.” Nielsen reflected on his childhood and referenced the “penny candy” he enjoyed, including Zotz. He titled his remarks, “You Can Learn Lotz from a Zotz” and referenced the candy that everyone provided as they walked into the auditorium at Salem Hills High. Nielsen said regardless of your plot for eating a Zotz, when you pop your Zotz, you will “Discover the Power Within.” “Just like there are lots of plots for eating a Zotz, there are countless ways to ‘Discover the Power Within’ you. I am sure that you have many of your own strategies and ideas,” Nielsen said. The superintendent suggested an additional resource. A favorite book of his is titled, “The Resilience Breakthrough,” by Christian Moore. He is “convinced that each of us has a power hidden within, something that can get us through any kind of adversity. That power is resilience.” Here are four: Relational, Street, Resource, and Rock Bottom Resilience. Nielsen concluded with the following story designed for everyone to remember these principles in our personal lives and in our organization: You can learn Lotz from a Zotz The students down south in the county of U Gets lots of great schooling from each one of you. But this doesn’t happen by chance, it does not! It comes from the lessons we learned from the Zotz! The story begins in the city of Sprotts. And those who lived there were small creatures called Zotz. Every Zotz was the same, nothing special to tout, Each perfectly BLAH, both inside and out. This seemed perfectly fine, until Mrs. McPotts Got a class full of students and all were named Scott! Yes, she did. And that wasn’t a good thing at all. You see, when they tried to line up in the hall, She’d say, “Scott’s the leader”, but she didn’t get one. All forty-nine Scott’s of hers came on the run! That made things quite tough in the class of McPotts’ As you can imagine, with so many Scott Zotz.
To help solve her problem, she thinked and she thought Then the Lorax’s wisdom into her brain popped. “Unless someone like you cares a whole awful lotz, Nothing is going to get better, it’s not.” ‘Well, I do care a lot,’ McPotts said with a shout “The Zotz hit Rock Bottom, but I’ll help them get out!’ My Street Res, Relations, and Resource Resilience Will help each young Zotz to discover their brilliance.” She said, “I can do this. I’ve got Power Within, But to help it come out, I need Op-ti-mi-sm. Then add to that Thankfulness, Oneness and Trust. Original - Teamwork, together a must.” “I’ll tenaciously act with 100 percent, On each opportune chance to use my tal-ent; Then the Power Within me will help a whole lot To bring color and fizz to each plain little Zotz.” She went forth with great courage, like all of you do, To help each Scott Zotz find their zest and their hue. She needed to strike while the iron was hot, So the first thing she did for each bland little tot Was to reach out and act, “Here’s one thing I can do. Look! Now look! Now you Zotz are all blue! And now you Zotz are orange! Say! You look very good that way! Now look at this! What do you see? Green Zotz! As green as green can be! Violet Zotz! Say! You are good! Do more! Tots begged. We wish you would. I can do more. Look! This is new. Blue, orange, green, and violet, too. And now that each Zotz has a hue They’ll see the things my Zotz can do. Zotz tots have learned their ABCs, And lots of things from history. They read and write and dance and sing. These Zotz can do most anything! Yes, they can do things with a ball. And they can paint upon on a wall. They know their math and science well. In all their subjects, they do swell. They act and weld, plant flowers too. Their gifts and talents will a-maze you Look, now! Here is one thing more, These kiddos help each other soar! With kindness, service, gratitude, They help each other to be good.
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Nebo School District Superintendent Rick Nielsen speaks during opening institute at Salem Hills High School.
So, tell me now, each one of you. Do you like what these Zotz can do? We do like all the things you do. We like your Zotz, we like you, too. With all the things that you can do, The schoolhouse is the place for you! Yes! This is where I want to be. The schoolhouse is the place for me! And so, learn a lesson from Zo-rax and McPotts And the power that came to each small little Zotz: “Unless someone like you cares a whole awful lotz, Nothing is going to get better, it’s not.” [Just in case you forgots!] (Adapted from Too Many Daves, by Dr. Seuss; The Lorax, by Dr. Seuss; Put Me in the Zoo, by Robert Lopshire; The Lorax, by Dr. Seuss. (Serve Daily submission by Lana Hiskey).
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Crafting Assistant The Springville Senior Center had a ton of beads and jewelry supplies donated to us. On Aug. 27 and 28, patrons can come and make some bracelets, necklaces and earrings. Volunteers are needed to set out items, keep them orderly throughout the day and provide assistance as needed. It isnt necessary for volunteers to be there the entirety of both days- a partial day is appreciated! Contact Tori Eaton at 801-489-8738 or springvilleseniors@yahoo.com.
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Letters to Inmates When you write a letter to a man or woman in prison, it is more than just words written on a piece of paper. Those words have to help with loneliness and bring hope. The inmates tell us that letters are the most very impactful to their lives. Many men and women in prison frequently struggle with feeling alone, especially those in solitary confinement or those who dont have regular visitors. We often hear from inmates who say your letters lift their spirits when they
are feeling lonely. Inmates write to our mail box and Fresh Start Ventures. Volunteers then send out a letter for you to respond to. Your response is anonymous. Contact Linda Donaldson at 801-874-5361 or email linda@freshstartventures.org.
Adopt a Grandparent At Beehive Homes, we love our residents and we love our volunteers! Come and brighten residents days with your bright disposition: whether it is once a week, a few times a week, or whatever works with your schedule. We would love to welcome you into our home and share the joy of loving and serving seniors. Contact Kelley at 503-310-0338 or email behhivehomesofprovo.activities@ gmail.com.
Red Cross Volunteer To support the Disaster Services program in raising the level of knowledge in the community about preparing for emergencies, members of this volunteer team will teach youth and provide the tools to be prepared for a disaster. This volunteer opportunity is for you if you: love working with kids; have a dynamic personality that relates well to the targeted age group of 8-11(3rd-5th grade); are organized, have good time management skills and follow through on commitments; have excellent communication skills and strong public speaking abilities; are available during normal business hours as most of our presentations are done at schools. Contact Karla Gunnell at karla.gunnell@redcross.org.
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Mapleton Chamber of Commerce welcomes new business The Springville-Mapleton Chamber of Commerce welcomed Cory Chapman of State Farm Insurance as its newest chamber member. A ribbon-cutting ceremony was held recently at his new office. Chapman wrote, “I spent the last 15 years in the car business holding every position in the sales department. The last six years I was with Ken Garff Porsche and Audi. I loved the car business, but after my wife, Chelsea, and I had our third child, we decided that working retail was not good for our family and I decided to open a State Farm Office,” said Chapman. “Our family goal, with going into Insurance, was three things: First, Freedom for our family and insurance allows a flexible life. Second, help create freedom for our employees by helping them grow and create a career so that they can eventually open their own offices; and third, freedom for people in our community by protecting
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what is most important to them and helping them invest in their financial future. We chose State Farm because they are a mutual company owned by their policyholders. Their focus is on doing what’s right for each of their customers and agents. State Farm is the number one home, auto, and life insurance company in the United States, and we know that when we help one of our customers they will be well taken care of. My wife is from Springville, and we absolutely love this area. Our plan has always been to end up in Mapleton. Chapman’s office is located at 726 South, 1600 West, in Mapleton, right behind Maple Mountain Pharmacy. “My wife and I and our three children Cooper, 7, Connor, 5, and Carly, 2, look forward to many years of service to this community and in getting to know you. Thank you, Springville-Mapleton Chamber of Commerce, for the warm welcome.”
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I Can’t Complain (But Sometimes I Still Do) By Joe Capell
I think I’m complaining too much. If you look for things to grumble about, you can usually find something. Oh, the laundry is never done. Or the dishes are never done. Or it’s too hot outside. Or I have to go out and shovel snow again. There’s always something to complain about, if that’s what you want to do. But, when I step back and look at the big picture, life is pretty darn good! I’ve got a beautiful wife who loves me. She’s my best friend and my co-conspirator. She makes me smile in ways that I never would have thought possible before I met her. I have four healthy, fun, wonderful kids. They continually amaze and
amuse me. As they grow and learn, I grow and learn right alongside them. (And by “growing� I mean I’m becoming a better person, not a bigger person--although there is some of that due to all of the candies and desserts that kids ask for that I occasionally “help� them eat.) My kids aren’t perfect, but, by gosh, my life is so much better because they are in it. (And that’s true even when you factor in the hundreds of dirty diapers I’ve been forced to change because of them.) I have a nice house to live in, reliable vehicles to drive, and plenty of food to eat. Not only do I have fresh, clean water at my fingertips inside my home any
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because that one guy is driving too slow in the fast lane, or you’re upset because there’s still a cold spot in those leftovers you warmed up in the microwave, try to remember just how good things really are. And if you catch me complaining too much, feel free to whack me upside the head and tell me, “Hey, Joe, life is good!� For more funny-ish stuff, check out slowjoe40.com. (Capell is a Serve Daily contributor.)
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