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Nebo district taking care of students in need By Jeff Dabbs
There are currently 1,400 homeless children within Nebo School District. Fortunately, Nebo employees like Monica Hullinger are there to help. Hullinger is a social worker in the district’s Student Services department where she helps provide children in need with clothing and food. But she does much more than that: she also helps provide assistance to children who are struggling with social problems or even family emergencies. Many children have both parents working, sometimes at three jobs. Hullinger said they have to “rob Peter to pay Paul.” They simply aren’t earning enough money to make ends meet. With the recent hard economic times, some families haven’t recovered yet. There are also many migrant families in the area with children. Some of the families will live in campgrounds during the summer months to save money. Then when winter hits, they move indoors. Sometimes multiple families will live in one residence. The children of these families have many issues that need to be addressed. Some students relocate from a warm climates during winter and don’t have any cold-weather clothing. Many of the students have basic clothing needs such as coats and socks. The community assists in meeting these needs. For example, The Springville High School FFA raised a pig which it later donated to a food bank to aid needy families. Landmark High School students help stock and maintain the Nebo School District food bank. Many need-
Nebo School District Social Worker Monica Hullinger helps the district’s hundreds of children in need, providing them with food and other resources.
ed clothing items like prom dresses and suits are donated for students who otherwise would not be able to afford dress clothes. Basics like toilet paper, soap and shampoo are donated by the community. Food donations come from The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, the Kiwanis Sub-for-Santa program and the community. Backpacks with food are given out daily to the students who need food at home. Sometimes the need is a bit different.
Hullinger said a male high school student in the district had his mother pass away two years ago. Then his father passed away recently. The student had no idea how to arrange a funeral for his dad. Hullinger networked with her com-
munity contacts and was able to secure the burial plot next to the boy’s mother. arrange for a coffin and help the student lay his father to rest for only $200 dollars. This was a community effort made possible by many. In addition to physical needs, students sometimes need a way to learn coping skills and how to bounce back and overcome problems. Hullinger said she would like to bottle resiliency and hand it out to each student. “Bad things happen, students have sad times and can feel left out of society. We need to teach them to handle failure. Children need to feel bumps in the road so they can pick themselves up. Students need to learn to overcome and handle life’s problems. Failures help make them stronger youth,” she said. Hullinger said one student was so driven to succeed that she was upset by getting 97 percent on a test. She always got 100 percent on every test. Though 97 percent was still an A, she felt like a failure. Some students can be so driven to succeed, that any failure, even a mild one, can cause major stress in their lives. Students sometimes act out inappropriately. Stress at school can lead to suicide, especially during the holiday season. Some students wish to graduate early and already work full time. Some children have social issues that need to be addressed. See DISTRICT on page A2
Janis Neilsen recognized for 200 hours of service By Melissa Prins Local resident Janis Neilsen was honored on Dec. 16 for completing more than 200 hours of volunteer service at Tabitha’s Way in Spanish Fork. Neilsen was presented with a plaque and a bouquet of a dozen roses. She has been serving in the local food pantry helping to distribute food and supplies to families in need. “Janis exemplifies what it means to love thy neighbor. She comes every week for several hours on our busiest day, helping to check and stock food and then serve the food to families. It’s hard work at times, but Janis always serves with a big heart and smiling face,” said Wendy Osborne, director of Tabitha’s Way. “We are blessed to have her as a part of our food pantry.” Local organizations such as Tabitha’s Way rely on the help of volunteers to feed the thousands of individuals served monthly. Along with food, the organization also provides supplies for infants and seniors such as diapers and hygiene kits. Persons interested in volunteering
Richard Beard, CEO of Bank of American Fork, presents nearly 20,000 stuffed animals to care centers for Utah’s at-risk children.
Project Teddy Bear brings in over 18,000 stuffed animals By Cory Maloy
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can sign up at www.tabithasway.org and click on “Volunteering.”
Many young kids will find one small piece of joy this Christmas with a teddy bear given to them at care centers throughout Utah serving at-risk children. The teddy bears are donated to the care centers from branches of Bank of Ameri-
can Fork and Lewiston State Bank as part of Project Teddy Bear. “Sometimes children come in with nothing but the clothes on their back,” said Alex Essig, Kids Place assistant and adoption respite supervisor for The Family Place. “These teddy bears are a great See TEDDY BEARS on page A3
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empoweringliberty THE INDIVIDUALS RIGHT TO ACT
Provo mayor speaks to Toastmasters club By Norene Jensen
Photo by Julia Murray
Art City Elementary School held a special assembly for Veterans Day in November. Artist Julie Olsen spoke to the students. Pictured are Cub Scouts who helped with the flag ceremony, Julie Olsen and winners of the school’s Veterans Day essay contest.
Art City Elementary celebrates veterans Veterans Day at Art City Elementary School in Springville started with a flag ceremony from one of our local Cub Scout Packs. The students then had the opportunity to hear from artist and illustrator Julie Olsen. Students were invited to write about what it means to be a veteran and the top students from each grade were honored at the Veterans’ Day assembly. During the assembly, Julie Olsen shared with us one of her books that honors not only veterans but also the United States of America. The book she shared was “Discover America.” She shared the following on how she came up with the idea for the book: “One day, while riding my bike through the Valley of Fire State Park, ‘America the Beautiful’ kept playing through my mind. The red-orange rock against the blue sky was breathtaking, and I couldn’t help thinking, ‘What a beauti-
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ful country we live in!’ Those thoughts led me back to my childhood trips across the country with my family. I saw the sun on the ocean, the snowcapped mountains, the amber waves of grain. I saw the fields of corn, baseball games, Lady Liberty and so much more. I have been in 38 of the 50 states in my life and am awed by the beauty and history each has to offer. I wanted everyone to experience the same feelings of respect, reverence and awe for this country. So I decided to take you on a journey. I decided to ask everyone to grab onto the string of a little red balloon and float across this great country, to discover America with me, from sea to shining sea.” Art City sends a big thank you to all those who are currently serving and who have served our United States in any and all capacities.
Utah Valley Toastmasters welcomed Provo Mayor John Curtis in December. The event celebrated the Utah Valley Toastmasters Club’s achievement of obtaining President’s Distinguished status from Toastmasters International. Curtis spoke to the group about “The Magic of Provo.” He shared several instances of magical developments in Provo, including the Provo Tabernacle and its conversion to the new Provo City Center Temple and the upcoming open house. He also mentioned additional magic including Provo Center Street development, the rooftop concert series, unique Provo restaurants, the Provo Rec Center, trails and parks, the purchase of Rock Canyon and Google Fiber. He introduced ways that Provo is working to retain its magic with development on the road north of the Provo Temple, Bulldog Avenue and 300 South. He mentioned how the west side connector to the Provo Airport will open a corridor and will include a trail. The Utah County Clean Air Challenge is one of the best ways residents can participate in retaining the magic, he said: park and walk inside at drive-throughs to reduce engine idling, clear sidewalks to allow neighborhood walking, use care and minimize use of wood-burning stoves, and share rides and eliminate unnecessary trips and driving. Curtis handed out cards providing recommended clean air behaviors. In a follow-up question-and-answer period, the mayor noted that development had previously been centered on the downtown. However, now it is moving to other parts of the city such as the south. Examples include the announced sale of the Provo Town Centre Mall and surrounding development. He noted the incentive costs of retail development to the community and mentioned projected construction of a big box store in the South Bay area. Division E Director and public speaking coach Mark Hersom, DTM, Spanish
Provo Mayor John Curtis presents awards to the winners of the Silly Sock Contest held during the December meeting of the Utah Valley Toastmasters. Curtis also spoke to the group.
Fork, spoke about the value of being an active member of Toastmasters. As a former radio announcer for KLO Radio, Hersom continues to expand his leadership and public speaking horizons through the opportunities Toastmasters affords its members. The meeting concluded with a crazy sock contest and a good number of sock donations to the Utah County Food and Shelter Coalition. Winners were Monte Knepper of Spanish Fork and Dianne Hoffmann and Shelley and Zoe McCarthur of Provo. District 15 Toastmasters Leadership awarded Utah Valley Toastmasters the additional pizza party for having achieved the highest recognition as President’s Distinguished Club. Toastmasters is a worldwide organization devoted to developing public speaking and leadership skills. The Utah Valley Club is one of five within Utah County. Members meet weekly at the U.S. Bureau of Reclamation building, 302 E. 1860 South, Provo, UT 84606.
Sp. Fork/Salem chamber donates to Tabitha’s Way By Clark Caras During the 2015 December Noon Networking luncheon held at Triple T on 1555 N. Main in Spanish Fork, members of the Spanish Fork Salem Area Chamber of Commerce were able to have a bit of fun with white elephant exchanges. About 50 attendees had a good laugh at and took home gifts. But the best gift of all at the event was able to go home with Wendy Osborn of Spanish Fork’s Tabitha’s Way. The chamber was able to present Osborn with a $1,500 check for Tabitha’s Way to use during the holidays for families in need. Tabitha’s Way has been a member of the chamber since Osborn arrived in town and moved the pantry and shop to the community’s historic Main
Street. Osborn was of course more than gracious and grateful. The chamber hopes to continue doing more giving in this fashion as it grows.
DISTRICT Continued from page A1 Nebo School District uses many different tactics to teach children resiliency. Role playing is used to address many social issues such as bullying, and better ways to communicate. For information on how to help these students in need, contact Monica Hullinger at monica.hullinger@nebo. edu.
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Photo by Ed Helmick
A group of aspen trees are burnished with a ray of sunlight on the Nebo Loop.
A photographer’s dream Thanks from a local By Ed Helmick I have always enjoyed aspen trees and the beauty they add to our mountain state. The Quaking Aspen (Populus tremuloides) are amazing. They stand tall with white trunks reaching for the sky. They are growing as a colony, young and old trees, from a common root system like a family. In the spring and summer, their shimmering leaves are what gives them the term “Quaking Aspen.” The fall colors of aspen trees are spectacular. Aspen trees are found in all 29 counties in Utah. On May 13, 2014, the Quaking Aspen officially became the Utah State Tree (from
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way to offer them some comfort and safety when they come from an environment where that might not have happened.” The 16th annual Project Teddy Bear brought in 18,831 stuffed animals during the 2015 holiday season. Richard Beard, president and CEO of People’s Utah Bancorp, holding company of People’s Intermountain Bank, which provides banking services through the branches of its Bank of American Fork and Lewiston State Bank divisions, presented the stuffed animals to several Utah treatment centers during a recent ceremony. “When it comes to kids, there is nothing more important to us than to do what we can to help them find joy and happiness during this holiday time,” Beard said. “We are a community bank and all of the members of the various communities our branches serve are very important to us. In addition to our day-to-day business operations, we want to do all we can to serve.” The staff at The Family Place in Logan provides counseling and education classes for parents and children as well as the Kids Place. Kids Place helps families that are in an emergency situation and need a safe place to bring their children when no other option is available. It also allows parents to bring their children to a safe place to socialize with other children and for other reasons. “Depending on the child, they may be coming in not knowing why or what’s happened or may be upset,” Essig said. “The teddy bear we receive from Lewiston State Bank is a great way to calm the child down and gives them something to talk with when they might not feel like talking to an adult. It’s so amazing to see. Even though they just met the teddy bear, that teddy bear quickly becomes their best friend.”
1933 until 2014, the Colorado blue spruce was the state tree). One of my favorite photographs of aspens is this month’s “Winter Aspens.” This photo was taken on the Nebo Loop road after a light snowfall and a heavy frost. A beam of light broke through the clouds and illuminated the foreground grove and left the background ridge in silhouette. The contrast makes for a delightful photo and a feeling of being blessed to a splendid sight for a wonderful moment in time. For more information about the landscape photography of Ed Helmick, contact him at ed.helmick@gmail.com.
The mountains of stuffed animals were donated by customers and community members and will benefit abused, at-risk and traumatized children. Children will receive the stuffed animals when they’re experiencing trauma or will use them in play therapy. The Greenhouse Center for Growth and Learning in Pleasant Grove works with parents and children who need counseling and therapy. Many of the children they work with live in foster homes and are awaiting adoption. Some have issues with attachment or have to deal with other complex issues. “When children come here they have usually experienced trauma such as abuse, neglect, broken families or other situations,” said Elsebeth Green, co-owner, clinical director and therapist at Greenhouse. “Bank of American Fork brings us these stuffed animals, which is a real blessing for us because we give each child a gift on their very first visit. They have often lost everything. They go to our closet and pick out a teddy bear, stuffed animal or a quilt made by people from the community.” Bailey’s Moving & Storage, which donated boxes, moving supplies, trucks and labor to Project Teddy Bear, delivered the stuffed animals to the Utah crisis centers. The community has donated more than 110,000 teddy bears and stuffed animals since Project Teddy Bear began in 1999. Bank of American Fork employees and American Fork High School students boxed up 18,431 stuffed animals for delivery to the centers by Bailey’s Moving & Storage drivers. In Logan, Lewiston State Bank employees boxed up 400 new stuffed animals to go to Cache Valley centers. Center employees received and sorted the stuffed animals, which will be given throughout the year to children and parents during therapy sessions and to take home.
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The Spann Family at Mr. Grill at Sub Zero Ice Cream in Spanish Fork, established in December of 2013, would like to take this moment to thank everyone in our community and everyone that has visited our establishment. We recently received an award from Trip Advisor for being a 4.5 star rating. We as a family-owned and family-run business really strive to be the best in our community. We believe that if we can provide a great family environment by working it ourselves, we can teach our kids to be great people. We believe that we all should support local
family-run business; we do this by buying all our meat product from Springville Meat Company, which has been a family-owned business since it opened 65 years ago in 1950. We want to be around for years to come, so please continue to come and support us and we will do the same for you by providing quality service, quality food and ice cream. So come on down and enjoy our establishment of food and ice cream and great family service. Remember, family owned, family run and family success! Ron and Mary Spann
Park Elem. accepts $1,500 donation from chamber By Clark Caras Park Elementary School in Spanish Fork is part of a great leadership program titled The Leader in Me. The Spanish Fork Salem Area Chamber of Commerce was able to donate $1,500 to Park Elementary to help pay its fees to be part of this amazing program during the 2015/2016 school year. Sixth-grade students from the program
gave chamber board members a tour of the school and explained the purpose of the program to them. After the tour, the board members were able to present the check to the principal. *** He that would make his own liberty secure, must guard even his enemy from opposition; for if he violates this duty he establishes a precedent that will reach himself. - Thomas Paine
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At 90 percent, Nebo School District has one of the highest graduation rates in the country.
Cathay Poulsen and Juan Patino, both students at Springville Junior High School, were awarded the Mayor’s Community Youth Recognition Award in December. They are pictured here with Springville City Councilman Rick Child.
Outstanding students receive awards from mayor, council By Shannon Acor In December, Cathay Poulsen and Juan Patino, both students at Springville Junior High School, were awarded the Mayor’s Community Youth Recognition Award at a meeting of the Springville City Council. They were being recognized and honored for their positive contribution to the community and their school. Cathay is a seventh-grader and her teacher, Tara Pina, comments that “Cathay sincerely cares about her education as well as others’. She also is an ally to those in need by going out of her way to include and involve everyone.” Pina describes Cathay as a hard worker and an example to other students when they see her passion and excitement for education. Juan Patino is a ninth-grader and currently serves on the Springville Junior High Student Council. Juan was nominated for this award by his teacher Lori Caras. She commends Juan for serving others and working hard. She sees him being a friend to everyone he comes in contact
Crib Corner Colin and Izabell announce the birth of their first child, Maverick Xavier, on Dec. 20, 2015 at 8:51 p.m. He weighed 8 pounds and 10 ounces and measured 20 inches long.
with. He is always smiling and is always very polite and respectful. He is very conscientious in his work. Cathay is the daughter of Emmy and Richard Poulsen. Juan is the son of Angelica and Juan Patino. The mayor, city council, SJHS and the community of Springville congratulate these students. Mayor Wilford Clyde and the Springville City Council would like to encourage all citizens to look out for students who are positively contributing or are overcoming obstacles to succeed. Nominate a student online at www. springville.org/mayor-recognition-award/ or call 801-491-7823.
Rodeo tickets on sale Tickets are now available online for the 2016 Spanish Fork Fiesta Days Rodeo. To purchase tickets, go to www.spanishfork. org and click on “Purchase 2016 Rodeo Tickets.” A page will open where residents can select the date they wish to attend and the location of their seats. Dates for the 2016 rodeo are July 21, 22, 23 and 25. The popular rodeo is held at the Spanish Fork Fairgrounds, 475 S. Main, Spanish Fork. The rodeo begins at 8 p.m. each night. The Spanish Fork Fiesta Days Rodeo is held every July and has been a Fiesta Days tradition for more than 70 years. The rodeo was voted the number one rodeo in the Intermountain Area in 2014. Performances routinely sell out, so early ticket purchase is recommended.
Nebo district surpasses state graduation rate By Lana Hiskey Nebo School District continues to produce one of the highest graduation rates in the country. Nebo’s graduation rate is 90 percent, significantly higher than the state average of 83 percent. Nebo’s traditional high schools’ graduation rate is as high as 93 percent. “Obviously this is great news for Nebo public schools and even better news for Nebo’s students,” said Nebo School District Superintendent Rick Nielsen. “We attribute this to the sound decision-making and planning from the faculty, staff, administration and school board as well as the students’ thirst for excellence and parents’ expectations for quality education. We engage, empower and collaborate to ensure student success.” The Utah State Office reported the following: “A total of 36,933 students graduated from Utah’s public high schools in 2015, bringing the total high school grad-
uation rate to 84 percent, an increase of 1 percent over 2014.” “Year-to-year graduation rates increased for all major demographic subgroups in Utah in 2015 with the exception of students with disabilities, which saw a decline from 67 to 66 percent. Achievement gaps persist, however, as USOE data shows improvement for all students, American Indian, Asian, Black, Hispanic, Pacific Islander, White, Economically disadvantaged, and English language learners. “It is good to see that, for the most part, the needle is moving in the right direction,” said State Superintendent of Public Instruction Brad C. Smith. “But it is also clear that there is more work to do. We in public education intend to do that work.” Information about graduation rates for Utah school districts and for individual high schools can be found online at www. schools.utah.gov/data/Reports/Graduation-Dropout/Graduation2015.aspx.
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Clive Romney to be featured in Springville concert By Ginny Ackerson The Sunday Concert Series at the Springville Museum of Art is pleased to have Clive Romney perform on Sunday, Jan. 17, at 4:30 p.m. in the Grand Gallery of the museum. This concert is free to the public; the museum is located at 126 E. 400 South, Springville. Clive Romney is a Pearl Award-winning recording producer, composer, songwriter, storyteller, arranger, teacher and performer and a 42-year veteran of the music business. He plays guitar, bass, mandolin,
banjo, accordion, percussion, dan tranh, charango, bodhran and various other ethnic instruments as well as some piano. He produces several albums per year in his recording studio, Pitchfork Studios, engineering most of his own recordings. He is comfortable producing music in a wide range of styles, but his musical “home” is in acoustic folk, world, orchestral and oldtime music. Romney wrote the lyrics for the films “Swan Princess II,” III and IV, the music and lyrics for “Over the Edge at the Grand Canyon” and has had more than 450 orig-
RootsTech conference pass awarded to Victor Cave By Ginny Ackerson RootsTech, hosted by FamilySearch, is a global conference celebrating families across generations and where people of all ages are inspired to discover and share their memories and connections. This annual event has become the largest of its kind in the world, attracting tens of thousands of participants worldwide. RootsTech is the perfect place to discover, preserve and share your family stories and connections across generations. With a line-up of world-class speakers, thrilling entertainment, over 200 engaging classes and a huge expo hall, there’s something for everyone no matter the age or skill level. The upcoming RootsTech conference is scheduled for February 3-6. To learn more, go to www.rootstech. org/?lang=eng. In addition to RootsTech, families and members of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints are invited to attend
Family Discovery Day at RootsTech on Saturday, Feb. 6. This free one-day event is a day of inspirational messages, instructional classes, interactive activities and exciting entertainment to teach LDS members (age 8 and up) how to find their ancestors and prepare and take their names to the temple as well as teach others to do the same. To register for this free day of fun and knowledge, go to www.rootstech. org/FamilyDiscoveryDay?lang=eng. As a fun part of my assignment as a RootsTech Ambassador, I was privileged to be able to give away a three-day pass to this marvelous event. The person who won the pass is Victor Cave. He was born and raised in Tahiti, went to school in Hawaii and eventually moved to Australia. He went back to Tahiti to serve as a mission president there for three years. He now resides in Springville with his lovely wife and is the education director for the Springville Family History Center located on 400 South and 200 East.
Lessons learned from the United Orders’ failure By Jesse Fisher With hindsight, it appears Brigham Young may have jumped the gun by introducing the United Order to the Saints in 1873. That year there was a nationwide banking panic, and he apparently introduced the United Order to better insulate the Saints from the negative economic symptoms of “Babylon” - from bank runs to unemployment. The Saints had been living in what we might safely assume to be a Terrestrial-level economy for only 10 years. That’s hardly enough time for its principles to sink deeply into the hearts, minds and cultural traditions of the people. Going from the Telestial-level economy of dog-eat-dog free enterprise to a Terrestrial-level cooperative free enterprise economy would require adjustment enough! Getting used to seeking the benefit of all one’s neighbors instead of just meeting one’s own needs would probably take a while to become a permanent feature of the LDS culture. The cooperative movement was considered a stepping stone to the United Order by Brigham and other church leaders. In 1869, President Young noted, “This cooperative movement is only a stepping stone to what is called the Order of Enoch, but which is in reality the Order of Heaven.” In 1878, then President John Taylor stated, “What was the principle of cooperation intended for? Simply as a stepping
Thoughts on Zion stone for the United Order, that is all, that we might be united and operate together in the interest of building up Zion.” Apostle Wilford Woodruff in 1873 added, “We must give our earnest support to cooperation, for it is a step in advance towards establishing the Order of Enoch and the building up of the Zion of God.” Personally, it seems to me that had the Saints stayed on the cooperative enterprise level for a generation or two, it would then have been easier to shift to the higher gear of Consecration and Stewardship. Sadly, within two years after rolling out the United Orders, the majority of them failed. Apparently, the Saints were still not ready to rise to that level, as the Saints organized by Joseph had also failed to do. I would argue that since we Saints have to eventually build a Zion society, we should probably unite in moving back up the scale towards Celestial-level economics. Participating in cooperative enterprises, where the profits go to benefit the community, might be a great start in that direction. Discuss at BuildingZion.org.
inal works recorded and published. He counts “Scripture Power,” an LDS Primary children’s favorite, as his greatest musical achievement. Romney founded and directs Enoch Train, an eight-man ensemble that performs and records folk-flavored instrumental arrangements of hymn tunes, children’s songs and Americana, incorporating ethnic influences from around the world. Enoch Train was the featured performer for SeaTrek 2001, the reenactment of the emigration of 85,000 Mormon converts to the United States by ship, performing on board a tall ship and in Esbjerg, Copenhagen, Gothenberg, Oslo, Greenock (Scotland), Liverpool, Hull and Portsmouth. Clive has taught Introduction to the Music Business and songwriting at Brigham Young University in Provo and other music courses at the University of Utah and Salt Lake Community College. On Feb. 21, flutist Catherine Winters will perform as part of the Sunday Concert Series. She is the highest-ranked young flutist in the United States. In 2013, Catherine won first place in the National Flute Association’s High School Soloist Competition. wShe has won three other national competitions as well: the MTNA Senior Woodwind Performance Competition (2012), the MTNA Junior Woodwind Performance Competition (2009), and the Stillman-Kelly competition (2011). Catherine has soloed three times with the Utah Symphony, most recently as the guest art-
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ist on the 2014 All-Star concert. She has also soloed twice with the Utah Valley Symphony and been a featured youth soloist with the American Fork Symphony. Catherine has won first place in the Utah State Fair Competition, is a three-time winner of the UMTA Concerto Competition, and is a multiple first-place winner in Utah Flute Association sonata and concerto competitions.
‘Sterling Bridge’ is an inspiring true-life story
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read the short novel “Sterling Bridge” by Chad Robert Parker in two evenings. It had been sitting in my books-to-read pile under a couple of historical fiction books I received as Christmas gifts. But they were really long, so “Sterling Bridge” made the top of the pile – and I’m glad it did. The setting is Tooele, Utah, as the Great Depression approaches. The story revolves around football, high school, small-town Utah prejudice in the late 1920s, and a real-life hero by the name of Sterling Harris. It’s his biography with some fictional details thrown in to make a readable story. Readers meet Coach Harris as he arrives on the first day of school. Because we read the back of the book, we know that “Tooele, Utah, is a town divided. Tensions are already running high with the Depression making money tight and jobs scarce. But then Sterling Harris comes to town, a new coach with a daring plan to turn things around and to find victory for his football team and unity for Tooele.” I also knew he would win the 1929 Utah state football championship because I always look at the photos at the end of a book. If you read the book knowing it’s a film novel, a story he already wrote a film script for, it helps. You can hear a director in the background of some of the scenes in the book yelling, “Fade out on 14-yearold narrator Joe Lacy and bring Sterling Harris into the spotlight.” This is the first published novel for Utah author Chad Robert Parker. He describes his 15-year writing journey on his blog at chadrobertparker.com and explains why this is a film novel of 126 pages. “One of the first things I realized about writing was that there was no way I could write
a good idea down fast enough. While my mind thinks in longer formats, my attention span is about as long as the length of a movie,” he said. Parker said during our interview that there are film producers looking at his screenplay. “Sterling Bridge began with an inspirational person, inspired an inspirational book, and is already of interest to a few movie producers who expect it could inspire many more through film. Through my writing, I hope to introduce characters such as Sterling Harris, with his old school values and tenacious ways, to a whole new generation,” he said. “Sterling Bridge” is available online at Amazon.com, Books&Things.com and Barnes&Noble.com. You can also purchase a copy at Cedar Fort Publishing in Springville.
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Children’s author to give 1830 Census enumerates keynote address at Book US residents for first time Ginny Ackerson Academy conference Ginny’s The keynote speaker at Utah Valley University’s annual Book Academy conference Jan. 26 will be Cathy Goldsmith, best know for her work completing Dr. Seuss’ lost manuscript “What Pet Should I Get?” She will be drawing from her knowledge, expertise, and background working with Seuss, one of the greatest children’s authors of all time, which has made her a legendary figure in the publishing world. “Cathy’s broad appeal for the wider community will make her keynote speech an engaging and surprising journey into storytelling, publishing and life,” said Mike Walker, assistant director of UVU’s Professional & Continuing Education. “Her long, successful career represents a phenomenal example of the best of what businesspeople can accomplish and the importance of the publishing industry.” This year’s theme, “Oh the Books You Will Write,” pays homage to Goldsmith’s accomplishments in children’s literature, but the conference will cover topics applicable to anyone interested in the publishing world. Goldsmith is currently president and publisher of Random House’s Beginner Books line and Dr. Seuss publishing pro-
gram. She was Dr. Seuss’s art director for the last 10 years of his life. In addition to working with Dr. Seuss, Goldsmith has worked with Stan & Jan Berenstain (The Berenstain Bears), Mary Pope Osborne (Magic Tree House), and Barbara Park (Junie B. Jones), among others. The conference begins with the keynote address at 9 a.m. in the Sorensen Student Center. Practical and fun workshops from industry insiders will be offered all day for publishers and writers from all levels of experience and across all genres. The conference is open to the campus and local communities. “This publishing conference is unique because it caters to new authors, prospective authors, and already established writers,” said Kelly Schumacher, co-chair of the Book Academy committee. “It’s a great forum for professionals to get together to learn from pros in the industry and to get ideas from their peers. It’s also a great place for people to learn new trends in the ever changing publishing industry.” For more information, including the list of workshops, registration, deadlines and prices, visit uvu.edu/conferences/ book-academy.
Mapleton plans Winter Wonderland Ball Jan. 23 Mapleton City will hold its Winter Wonderland Ball on Saturday, Jan. 23, from 8 to 11 p.m. at the Mapleton Community Center located 125 W. 400 North, Mapleton. Anyone 14 years old or older is invited to attend
and enjoy a night of dancing, fun and refreshments. The event’s theme is “Baby It’s Cold Outside” and live music will be provided during the evening by band Mississippi Mud.
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he 1830 Census was the first enumeration in which a uniform schedule was used to enumerate the inhabitants of the United States. Listed by head of household’s name, the enumeration consisted of inquiries dividing the free white population of each sex according to the number under 5 years of age, 5 to 10, 10 to 15, 15 to 20, 20 to 30, 30 to 40, 40 to 50, 50 to 60, 60 to 70, 70 to 80, 80 to 90, 90 to 100, and 100 years and upward; a classification of slaves and free colored persons, respectively, according to the number of each sex under 10 years of age, 10 to 24, 24 to 36, 36 to 55, 55 to 100, and 100 years and upward; the number of white persons and of slaves and colored persons, aged under 14 years, 14 and under 25, and 25 years and upward, who were blind, deaf and dumb, but without distinction of sex in either case; and a statement of white persons only who were aliens, i.e., foreigners not naturalized. The 1840 Census was enumerated the same as the 1830 Census. The year 1850 marks the first time that every member of the household was named. The resident inmates of a hotel, jail, garrison, hospital, asylum or other similar institution were reckoned as one family. The Census Board prepared and printed six schedules for the 1850 Census as follows: Schedule 1 - Free Inhabitants; Schedule 2 - Slave Inhabitants;
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Schedule 3- Mortality. This schedule included name, age, sex, color and place of birth on persons having died during the year ending June 1, 1850. Additional data were collected on constitutional and marital status; profession, occupation, or trade; month of death; disease or cause of death; number of days ill; and any suitable remarks. Schedule 4 - Production of Agriculture. This schedule collected data on agricultural production for the year ending June 1, 1850; Schedule 5 - Products of Industry. This schedule collected data on the products of industry for the year ending June 1, 1850, and applied to all forms of productive industry, including manufactures (except household manufactures), mining, fisheries and all kinds of mercantile, commercial, and trading businesses; Schedule 6 - Social Statistics. This schedule collected aggregate statistics for each subdivision enumerated on the following topics: valuation of real estate; annual taxes; colleges, academies, and schools; seasons and crops; libraries; newspapers and periodicals; religion; pauperism; crime; and wages.
Computer coding camps planned for Nebo students Nebo School District students in fourth through ninth grades are invited to be part of a series of Online Coding Camps to be held from mid-January to mid-March. These after-school computer coding classes will be held at various locations throughout the district. Students will learn the basics of computer science using the language SCRATCH 2.0. A four-week introduction course will be held Jan. 18 through Feb. 12 and a 10-week intermediate/advanced course will be held Jan. 18 through March 25. Cost for the introduction classes is $19 and cost for the intermediate/advanced classes is $39. A competition team will be formed in the spring to compete at Utah Valley University on International Scratch Day - May 14, 2016. Those interested should go to http://bit. ly/nebocodeingcamp and fill out a registration form. Payment is due by the first class of the session. Classes will be taught at the following Nebo district schools (dates and times vary from school to school): Introduction course (grades 4-6): Hobble Creek Elementary School, Art City Elementary School, Sierra Bonita Elementary School, Spanish Oaks Elementary School and Brockbank Elementary School. Introduction course (grades 4-9): Wilson Elementary School. Introduction course (grades 7-9): Diamond Fork Junior
High School and Mapleton Junior High School. Intermediate/advanced level course (grades 4-6): Hobble Creek Elementary School, Spanish Oaks Elementary School and Brockbank Elementary School. Intermediate/advanced level course (grades 4-9): Wilson Elementary School. Intermediate/advanced level course (grades 7-9): Spanish Fork Junior High School and Mapleton Junior High School. For more information, contact Alison Hansen at alison.hansen@nebo.edu.
Nebo district Christmas card winners named
Nebo School District has announced the winners of its annual student Christmas Card contest. They are: First Place: Ruby Campbell, Ninth Grade, Spanish Fork Junior. Teacher: Mr. David Hughes-Millman. Ruby’s design was used as the cover for 2015 Nebo School District Christmas card. Second Place: Jane Wilson, Seventh Grade, Springville Junior High School. Teacher: Mrs. Taneya Elison. Jane’s design was used as the cover for 2015 Nebo Education Foundation Christmas card. Third Place: Shelbee Reid, Seventh Grade, Salem Junior. Teacher: Lisa Magnusson.
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New Payson spa offers ‘sugaring,’ an alternative way to remove unwanted hair By Local Cheddar “It looks like a little Dickens village when it snows here,” Jen says about owning a business on Payson’s Historic Main Street. Jen and her husband Jon are the owners of North Apothecary, the new day spa in downtown Payson. She loves that in Payson, the people all know each other. Her clients always leave her feeling like she has a new family member. “I know them all, their family, what they are all about and what they like to do,” she said. North Apothecary is a full-service day spa offering facials, massages, lash extensions, manicures, pedicures and more. They have their own organic skin care line and have handmade jewelry for sale from local artists and silversmiths. Every day of the week, the owner Jen, along with other licensed instructors, teaches Yoga classes of up to a dozen people. The day spa offers a trendy new service called “sugaring.” Sugaring is a new, gentler way to remove unwanted hair. “It’s a paste similar to wax, but because it’s only made of sugar, water and lemon, it doesn’t irritate your skin, damage your skin cells and only adheres to your hair follicles, leaving your skin feeling soft and hair-free,” Jen said. Watch a video at LocalCheddar.com to see a demonstration of sugaring and the many benefits of this natural and organic process. Local customer Brittany boasts about the new day spa. “I love this place. I went in for sugaring hair removal for my eyebrows and upper lip. I loved the shape
North Apothecary is a new day spa in Payson’s downtown historic district that offers a variety of services including facials, massages, lash extensions, manicures, pedicures and “sugaring,” a method of removing unwanted hair.
my eyebrows came out and compared to waxing it was gentle and did not leave my skin red. This was my first time with sugaring. I will never go back to waxing! Jen shaped my eyebrows wonderfully. Thanks for coming to Payson,” Brittany said. What sets this day spa apart is they use only organic products. “Organic meaning we are very, very particular to what ingredients go into our products. Our nail polish has no toxic chemicals. Everything we use is natural,” Jen said. “We put mon-
ey into our services and products we offer and we take time to do it right.” They never want to rush you and want each and every client to have the best time. “When you come [to North Apothecary], you are welcomed to take a moment for yourself, read a magazine, enjoy a cup of tea and pamper yourself,” she said. They make this easy with their long list of greatly priced, quality services. “Facials are my favorite treatment and they are very undervalued,” Jen said. Her
favorite facial includes an hour-long luxurious treatment including a peel, long face and body massage, plus two cleansing masks. But most people come in for the incredible deal they have on mani/ pedi treatments. For $35, you get an organic treatment with no harsh chemicals, extended massage and real attention to detail. Because they only use the best organic and natural products, your freshly polished nails actually last longer. “Booked a mani/pedi today and it was great. So much more relaxing and inviting than any nail salon I’ve been to and the price was very reasonable. No smelly chemicals and the staff was so friendly. Enjoyed the organic products, color choices and the conversation,” said Shessann, a Payson resident. Family and small-town charm were the main reasons for relocating to Utah. Originally from Los Angeles, Jon and Jen wanted a place where they could open up a boutique shop and run a business at their own pace. Jen loves that she can choose products and services that she really likes and that add value and quality to her small business. Bringing in quality was not only important in the products and services she offers, but also in her team. Jen’s focus and time is put toward teaching yoga, sugaring and facials. So when looking to cover all the services they offer, she chose a great team of master estheticians. “Master estheticians are licensed to do everything we offer. So when you come in, anyone here can give you a great experience with anything we offer,” she said.
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Winners at the Spanish Fork Big O store.
Cary Robarge of Robarge Collision gives Karen Lerwill of Payson the keys to a car that was repaired and readied for her by a group of local businesses.
Businesses join to give car to needy family By Christi C. Babbitt A family in need was surprised with a car in December as part of an effort by local businesses to give back to their community. Single mother Karen Lerwill and her children Jayda and Koby, of Payson, were invited to Robarge Collision in Spanish Fork on Dec. 17 where they were greeted by a crowd of donors and well-wishers and presented with a fully repaired and restored 2006 Chrysler 300 donated by Wade and Kristen Dudley. Lerwill’s children were born with genetic defects and the mother has MS. The family hadn’t had a car for five years. “I’m just shocked,” Lerwill said after being presented with the car, which was filled with gifts for the family including gas cards loaded with hundreds of dollars. “I can’t thank them enough .... It’s going to change a lot of things for me.” Cary Robarge, owner of Robarge Collision with his wife Judy, said the car giveaway has been a tradition at their business eight out of the 11 years they have owned it. The Robarges work with Matt Barber, president of Western States Insurance in Spanish Fork, and his wife Rochelle each year to find the car, get it fixed and locate a deserving family.
Cary Robarge said a suitable car that has been wrecked is found; he then works with various vendors to coordinate the repair efforts, which are donated. Robarge employees participate in the process, donating the time they spend to help fix the vehicles. “This is what Christmas is all about for me,” Robarge said. “We changed the life of a complete stranger today and that’s what it’s all about.” He estimated about 150 people were involved in getting the 2015 car ready to go. Matt Barber works each year to find the family that will receive the car. “We always try to find a person who’s the most deserving and the least expectant,” he said. Often he contacts Nebo School District for a referral, but sometimes the family is found in others ways such as simple word of mouth. “This is like the highlight of the holiday season for me and my family, so we’re just happy to be a part of it,” Barber said. In addition to Robarge Collision and Western States Insurance, other donors participating in the 2015 car giveaway included LHM Dodge, LKQ Keystone, Salt Lake Chrome, Napa Auto Parts, Big O Tires, Safelite AutoGlass, Wiggy Wash and Dickerson Automotive.
Giant Christmas stocking winners named by Big O By Kevin Dunn Santa Claus arrived early for some deserving boys and girls at Big O Tire and Service in Spanish Fork and Payson the week before Christmas. As part of its annual Give Back Pay Forward campaign, Big O has an annual giveaway for the “World’s Largest Christmas Stocking” that is eight feet tall and filled with toys and games. Mersadie Edwards of Spanish Fork brought the children in to see Santa Claus and the jolly old elf even talked manager Tye Cook into sitting on his lap with them. The Edwards’ dad is in Kuwait and won’t be back for the holiday, but we’re sure he will be as delighted as they were to see they are cared for! At the Payson Big O location at 1146 W. 800 South. Shane and Heidi Allan brought brothers Garrett and Stetson to the shop to see the Allan’s daughter Brynlee win the Giant Stocking. Brynlee taught us all a lesson about sharing, giving and helping others when she said she was “going to keep a couple of the toys and give the rest to a family
Stocking winner at the Payson Big O store.
she knows that needs help for Christmas.” Thanks Brynlee Allan ... this is why we do it. Pictured with Brynlee and her brother are Big O store managers Gabe Dunn and Skyler Naser.
Foot clinic opens in Sp. Fork
Sp. Fork/Salem chamber elects new board members By Clark Caras The Spanish Fork Salem Area Chamber of Commerce has announced the results of its election for board members for 2016. The results (in no particular order of votes) are as follows: Chris Baird, Serve Daily; Matthew Harrison, MLH Heating and Cooling; Monty Hedin, Culver’s; Katrina Kimball, Sego Lily Soap; David Kincaid, Edward Jones Investments; Brenda Liddiard, Circle V Meat; Jess Mendenhall, Precision Vision; and Aaron Stern, My Sister’s Closet.
Todd Dickerson has moved into the president elect position, which opened up a total of eight positions on the board. The chamber thanks everyone who was willing to run for a two-year term on the board. The chamber also thanks all those who cast votes in the election; a majority of members participated. It is hoped that all who participated in the election will be more than willing to help out with committee assignments and events. Those not among the eight positions will also be asked to maintain a readiness to step into a board slot should someone vacate the board.
Canyon Foot and Ankle, a medical office dedicated to finding the perfect treatment for your foot condition and lifestyle, has opened in Spanish Fork. With a “conservative-first” approach, Dr. Levi J. Berry works with each patient to find the best possible treatment. During his comprehensive residency training, he earned fore foot and rear foot surgery certificates and is fully board qualified by the American College of Foot and Ankle Surgeons. Canyon Foot and Ankle is located on Spanish Fork’s Main Street across from the Spanish Fork Fairgrounds inside the Precision Vision Building.
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A list of stellar reasons to buy a home in 2016 By Jace Gordon
Sky’s Big O Customs in Payson takes customers vehicles and customizes them to suit their own personal tastes.
Utah County man helping customers personalize their vehicles large and small By Kevin Dunn Sky Naser, part of the management team at Big O Tires in Payson and Spanish Fork, saw a need and is filling it ... fast! Sky’s Big O Customs is rapidly becoming famous not only in Central Utah but nationally as well. Sky’s expertise in helping customers to “customize” their vehicles is part of a very creative approach to customer service. Every imaginable combination of tires, wheels, lift kits, lowering kits, interiors, exterior paint, decals, wraps, lighting, bumpers and enamel coatings is found using Sky Naser’s personal touch to make each vehicle uniquely “branded” as “your ride.” Sky Naser took his customized GMC diesel truck and was invited to show it off at the 2015 Specialty Equipment Manufacturers Show in Las Vegas, which is
held for dealers from all over the world. There is no job too big or too small for Sky’s Big O Customs shop. It has done everything from smart cars to installing semi-truck tires on lifted trucks - anything to make it uniquely yours! Sky can build your personal “brand” just as he has built the Big O Customs brand. Sky has been with the Big O Team for five years and has worked in the customization industry for 10 years. You owe it to yourself to visit Sky Naser at 1146 W. 800 South at Big O in Payson, 801-465-9934 or 801-669-2639, or see some of the 1,000 cars and trucks Sky Naser has customized on Facebook at https://www.facebook.com/sky.bigocustoms. *** We must be free not because we claim freedom, but because we practice it. William Faulkner
Buying a home may seem like a daunting undertaking, but this year many good reasons to buy are coming together in your favor. Reason 1: Interest rates. Interest rates are still at an all time low! The feds have begun a long-term trend of raising interest rates, but as of today mortgages rates haven’t seen the hike. When my parents bought their home, they had a great rate of 13 percent, can you imagine that? It is likely we will never see rates again this low. Reason 2: Rents are going up. If you have noticed the price of homes has gone up lately, the cost of renting is winning the race. Almost 90 percent of property managers raised their rent this last year, while with a 30-year fixed rate mortgage, your payment will never go up! On top of that, your mortgage will likely be less per month than what rent would be for a similar residence - if you can find one, which has been a problem in our local rental market. Reason 3: No dollars? We all have heard of zero-down home loans, but is it smart to buy a house with zero dollars up front? I did! As low as interest is right now, homes appreciate faster (on average 5 percent per year) than what you’ll pay in interest even with zero down. Yes, with a low- or no-down payment you will pay mortgage insurance, but don’t forget about the tax breaks offered to homeowners! Interest paid on a mortgage is tax deductible, which is probably stellar enough to be reason 4. No two people are in the same situation when it comes to buying a home. If you’re planning on buying some time in the future, or
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would even just like to try, it would be beneficial for you to sit down with a real estate professional to discuss your needs. I am the local expert and would love to get to know your personal situation. Best of all, it won’t cost you a dime. You can reach me at 801-369-0057 or jace@influencerealestate.com.
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New Year’s resolutions that we can all keep
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By Joe Capell
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t’s January! It’s a brand new year, and that means it’s time for a fresh start. Many of us use the new year as a beginning point to resolve to be better people. New Year’s resolutions can be big business. If you’ve ever been to the gym to workout during the first two weeks of January, you know what I mean. We make all kinds of New Year’s resolutions. We resolve to go to the gym. We resolve to eat healthier. We resolve to not watch as much television. We resolve to not swear as much. We resolve to become more spiritual. We resolve to be better neighbors. We resolve to be better people. And, for the first three or four weeks of the year, we remember our resolutions and we actually do a pretty good job of keeping them. But, by the time May rolls around we’re back to grabbing a tub of ice cream and a bag of McDonald’s fries while we sit on the couch and watch “Wheel of Fortune” and curse at Pat Sajak. Maybe what we need is to not push ourselves so hard. Maybe we need to be not quite so ambitious. Maybe what we need are New Year’s resolutions we can all actually keep. Here are a few we might start with: I will take down the Christmas tree sometime before Memorial Day. I will not eat an entire half-gallon of ice cream in one sitting. I will not kill any co-workers. I will shower or bathe at least once a week, whether I need to or not. I will not waste time by watching any television program featuring anyone with the last name of “Kardashian.” I will not eat any more than six donuts in any one day. (Do apple fritters count as donuts? I may have to rethink this one.) I will not flip anyone off while driving. (No one needs to see my middle finger.) I will not punch in the face the person
The Funny-ish Files of Slow Joe 40 in front of me who has 43 items in the “15 Items Or Less” checkout line. I will not lick the cake and/or frosting off of the candles any time I am around a birthday cake. If we start off small, maybe we can actually keep our resolutions. (We can always lose the weight next year.) For more funny-ish stuff, check out slowjoe40.com.
J-Mart Publishing Company has been named the December Business of the Month by the Spanish Fork Salem Area Chamber of Commerce.
J-Mart Publishing named December Business of the Month By Clark Caras J-Mart Publishing Company in Spanish Fork has been named the December Business of the Month by the Spanish Fork Salem Area Chamber of Commerce. One cannot think of one without thinking of the other - that is, historic Spanish Fork Main Street and J-Mart Publishing Company, which came into being in 1962 when J.C. Henderson and his wife, Maureen, bought a small printing business and a web press. Through the years, J-Mart, as it affectionately became known, has printed literally thousands of announcements for weddings, baby births and missionary farewells as well as family histories and everything from school to Sunday school lessons. For decades, J-Mart also published the news of the community in the Spanish Fork Press. Today, the web press is gone; sadly, J.C. is as well, and Maureen is rarely seen in the shop. In their places, however, are son Lane Henderson and his wife, Leslie Money Henderson, along with equipment that includes both digital laser printers and offset presses capable of accommo-
dating print jobs as small as a few scrapbook pages or as large as thousands of business forms. J-Mart can provide copies on demand or produce hardbound books. A veteran of the Spanish Fork Salem Area Chamber of Commerce, Lane Henderson has served on the chamber’s board of directors and as president of the organization. His mother and father were also active in helping the community’s chamber come together and work for the good of the customer. When the Henderson family was publishing the Spanish Fork Press, the newspaper was the winner of many local, state and national reporting awards. During the floods of 1983, it was instrumental in helping residents keep up to date on the Thistle Slide and make preparations for what might come with rising river and lake waters. J-Mart has been active in the community in everything from Scouting to Fiesta Days and most especially in helping keep the city’s historic Main Street vibrant and customer friendly. Both Lane and Leslie Henderson have been and are active in many civic and community duties and affairs.
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Teens who help strangers BYU devotional schedule are better off down the road For some, helping family and friends is a natural part of life. Helping strangers is harder. It requires a sacrifice of time and energy for people you likely won’t see again. But the sacrifice is worth it over time for teenagers, at least. A new study in the journal Child Development found that teenagers who help strangers are less likely to participate in delinquent behaviors and show aggression three years later. “If we encourage our kids to help people, especially when they’re volunteering or helping people they don’t know, then we’re helping them have a better future,” said study lead author Laura Padilla-Walker., who works as an associate professor in Brigham Young University’s School of Family Life The study found that context matters. Pro-social behavior isn’t always a good thing for the person doing the helping. The researchers compared the results of helping strangers vs. family members and friends, and found that helping neither family nor friends proved to be as directly beneficial as helping strangers. Padilla-Walker also emphasized that the helping must be voluntary to have protective effects, and that high-cost behaviors — things that require more from you — are generally more protective. “Opening a door for a stranger isn’t as effective as serving someone in a meaningful way over time,” Padilla-Walker said. Although the study applied specifically to teenagers, Padilla-Walker added that parents can support habits of service by involving the whole family. “It’s not going to work if parents are sitting on the couch just saying, ‘You guys go do good things,’” Padilla-Walker said. “Be a family that serves and help your kids see that they’re making a difference.” One of the best ways parents can help
their teenagers get the benefits is to be creative in how they help — find service opportunities that fit their specific interests and hobbies. If they’re doing something they already love, helping strangers will be a habit, not a chore. “The whole trick is getting matched to your passions,” Padilla-Walker said. “Help your child tailor service to their interests and support their causes. If they really love to read, help them serve at a library. Or if they love playing with kids, help them serve kids with special needs.” When adolescents can see the positive effects of their serving, outcomes are the most beneficial. “When you really feel like you’re making a difference it can change your behaviors, your attitudes and ultimately your positive outcomes,” Padilla-Walker said. “Even more surprisingly, these helping behaviors also protect against getting involved in delinquency, which is an added benefit.”
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nce upon a time, a little princess lived in a big kingdom ruled by a big and powerful queen. The queen ruled the great kingdom with fear and dread. Nobody except the kind-hearted little princess loved the self-centered queen. The little princess never saw faults in the queen and instead idealized her. She hoped one day to be just like her. She tried and tried to attain the queen’s attentions or approval, but nothing she did made the queen any happier because the queen lacked a good and kind nature. One day the little princess decided to go on a walk outside of the palace walls into the towns of her kingdom. She was hoping to help the queen by making a list of things that could be improved in the kingdom. The reality of it all was too much as she quickly realized just how bad things were for her people outside the palace walls. The little princess came back shocked at the true horror of her kingdom under the queen’s rule. The little princess lost all the adoration she had for the queen and challenged her for the throne. The queen
ship research and development firm (Forum) February 2: Elder Marcus B. Nash, Quorum of the Seventy, LDS Church (Devotional) February 9: Rickelle Richards, BYU Nutrition, Dietetics, and Food Science (Devotional) February 23: Christian Smith, professor of sociology and director of the Center for the Study of Religion and Society at the University of Notre Dame (Forum) March 1: Performance Assembly (Cougarettes, Noteworthy, Vocal Point and Young Ambassadors) March 8: Elder Larry R. Lawrence, Quorum of the Seventy, LDS Church (Devotional) March 15: Jennifer Rockwood, BYU Athletics (Devotional) March 22: Archbishop Charles Chaput, Archdiocese of Philadelphia (Forum) March 29: David Dollahite, BYU School of Family Life (Devotional) April 5: To be announced (Devotional) April 12: BYUSA’s Unforum
bunch of fat that my body was hanging onto just decided to take off! I now make it a point to meditate each day to clear my mind. I pray, write in my journal and try to live in a conscious, grateful state. And I also make an effort to sleep a solid eight hours a night. One of the hardest things for me is slowing down and actually listening to my body when it says that it needs me to stop and rest. This is very difficult to do, but the consequence of not listening is not worth it! The basic science behind all of this is that when we’re in “go go go” mode, our hormones get all out of whack. And when our hormones are out of whack, our metabolism doesn’t function properly. There are two specific troublemak-
ing hormones to worry about: leptin and ghrelin. Lack of rest causes leptin levels to sink, causing you to feel unsatisfied after eating. And ghrelin levels rise when you’re tired, stimulating your appetite. So, lack of rest means your metabolism is slower, you crave food, and you don’t feel satisfied after eating. NOT fun and sends you in the opposite direction! Add to that equation, the fact that when you’re sleepy, you don’t necessarily make the best decisions, meaning your guard is going to be down and all bets are off. In an effort to move our bodies to stave off weight gain, it’s easy to forget that our poor bodies need to be given time to rest and recover, too! *** The patriot’s blood is the seed of Freedom’s tree. - Thomas Campbell
Slow down in order to slim down By Leanne Ely
When I get asked what the secret to my slimming down was, mostly it is people who want to know about what I’m eating. That of course, is a huge, integral part of it, but it’s not the only thing. Delving full steam ahead into a very strict paleo eating plan certainly moved the needle, as did changing up my exercise and starting barre classes. But this one weight loss tip I’m going to share with you today is something that will probably surprise you in its simplicity. That something? Rest. When I made a point of actually slowing down and taking the time to rest, things really started to change. It’s like a
The Little List of Trepidation By Evelyn Benz
Every Tuesday at 11:05 a.m., students, faculty and staff at Brigham Young University head to the Marriott Center for the weekly Devotional or Forum address. During the next few months, BYU professors, members of the leadership of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints and a range of industry leaders and political figures.will speak at these events. Entertainment assemblies celebrating the talent of BYU Arts and round out the semester schedule. Devotional and Forums are open to the public and most are broadcast live on BYUtv, BYUtv.org (and archived for on-demand streaming), KBYU-TV 11, Classical 89 FM, BYU Radio and will be archived on speeches.byu.edu. The schedule of Devotional and Forum events through April is as follows: January 12: Elder Allan F. Packer, Quorum of the Seventy, LDS Church (Devotional) January 19: Scott Esplin, BYU Church History and Doctrine (Devotional) January 26: Liz Wiseman, president/ founder of The Wiseman Group, a leader-
The Tale Teller was furious to have her own small daughter be the challenger but was still unwilling to give her any mercy. If she lost, she would have her hanged in front of all her supporters. However, the little princess had grown a hard heart too and placed the same fate on the queen if the latter lost. The battle was short because the people, seeing a glimmer of hope at having a new ruler, stopped supporting the queen. Soon, she was hung in front of all the people of the kingdom. They all rejoiced to be free of the evil tyrant queen. The little princess was crowned queen. With all her people’s trust in her and her kind heart, she ruled and brought her kingdom out of the dark ages that the people had suffered under for so long with the former queen’s rule. Evelyn Benz is a young author. She can be reached at www.evelynbenz.com.
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Credit union conducts Warm the Soles service project By Mary Ann Eyres Nebo Credit Union is celebrating this wonderful time of year with its annual Warm the Soles service project. Thanks to the generosity of our employees, members and local schools, we were able to purchase 545 new pairs of name-brand shoes for children of all ages in 41 schools and three support programs in Nebo School District. This holiday tradition has become a community-supported event. Administrators, teachers, secretaries, support staff and volunteers gather names and measure feet. Spanish Fork Junior High School and East Meadows Elementary School donate all their proceeds from their winter fundraisers to our Warm the Soles program. Members of the Park Elementary School student council donate their time wrapping shoes while learning that through their selfless acts, they are helping others. The staff at Famous Footwear in the Provo Towne Center mall volunteer hours of their time helping Nebo Credit Union
employees and families pick out and purchase name-brand shoes. “This seems to always happen early on a very cold snowy December morning. At first, I wasn’t thrilled about getting up early to go shopping at 6 a.m. But after the fact, I realized that not only was it a worthwhile way to help others, but I actually enjoyed myself doing it,” said Andrew Glenn, Nebo Credit Union’s Spanish Fork branch manager. Nebo Credit Union employees, family and many volunteers participate in the annual “Wrap party,” another Nebo holiday tradition that they all look forward to. The wrapped shoes are then delivered to all the schools and some very happy and thankful children. Nebo Credit Union would like to thank their employees, who excitedly look forward to this tremendous undertaking with love and generosity each year. We are also very grateful to our members, schools and community for their support and generosity, “Individually we may not be able to do
Nebo Credit Union recently purchased 545 new pairs of shoes for children in 41 schools and three support programs as part of its annual Warm the Soles service project.
a lot or buy many shoes, but as a collective, we have accomplished a great thing,”
said Dale Phelps, Nebo Credit Union president.
Maple Creek hospice joins chamber at Diamond Level By Clark Caras Not everyone gets to be a part of a business that significantly impacts people’s lives. At Maple Creek Home Health and Hospice, making a difference in people’s lives is the very essence of the job description for all who work or volunteer there. Maple Creek has become the very first Diamond Member of the Spanish Fork Salem Area Chamber of Commerce, Maple Creek is locally owned and operated as well as centered in the heart of the community it serves. Owner Carma Karsten knows all of the wonderful services Maple Creek has to offer in regards to endof-life care as well as the misconceptions and misunderstandings that come with the services Maple Cree offers. Being a Diamond Member of the Spanish Fork Salem Area Chamber of Commerce is one way Karsten is providing the education needed
for people to prepare for end-of-life care. “At some point in time, the end-of-life care discussion and decisions will affect everyone in the community. Having the knowledge of the different resources and choices will be a great benefit to those who are unexpectedly faced with end-oflife care decisions. It is important for everyone to be aware that more often than not, this conversation does come up unexpectedly.” Karsten is passionate about making sure those she cares for, as well as the loved ones of those she cares for, receive the best care and support possible to ensure their last days are the best days they can be. This passion flows over to all others who work with Karsten, and it is apparent when you meet them and see them interact with others. Karsten makes sure that upon meeting anyone, whether a patient or family member, she gives them a clear understanding
of what can be expected. Karsten and her staff will all tell you the care they give is heads above the rest. This is a very powerful statement considering the fact that the majority of the employees have worked for other agencies and have had the ability to compare the way things are done. There is a higher expectation for the staff at Maple Creek, and to meet that higher expectation, Karsten understands the importance of ensuring all employees are provided with the time and resources they need. Hospice has been in Utah since the early 1980s, and Karsten took part in starting up the first agency in the state. In the beginning, it was an amazing service that was provided, but as the years have passed, unfortunately the goal of putting the patient first became second to corporate policy and numbers. For this very reason, Karsten started her own company so she could ensure the patient always
came first. She does not have to ask for anyone’s permission in regard to medications, equipment or helping those in need who may not have the funding or insurance to cover it. The patients’ needs will always come first. Each person has different needs, and these needs cannot be met if there are restrictions or limitations on what can be provided. Although Maple Creek is located in Spanish Fork, it cares for patients throughout Utah County. Maple Creek Home Health and Hospice is located at 290 W. Center in Spanish Fork. *** Liberty is always dangerous, but it is the safest thing we have. - Harry Emerson Fosdick *** In the truest sense, freedom cannot be bestowed; it must be achieved. - Franklin D. Roosevelt