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Rocky Mountain Power Wins Bid for Eagle Mountain Power By Sharon Erickson The City Council approved acceptance of Rocky Mountain Power’s bid for the City’s electric utility. A purchase agreement still needs to be worked out and public vote in November. On August 14, 2014 the official bid opening for those interested in purchasing the City’s electric utility was held. The City Council had been provided with a copy of both accepted bids – from Rocky Mountain Power (RMP) and South Utah Valley Electric Service District (SESD. August 19, 2014 an agreement and a resolution was presented to the Council. The agreement enabled the Council to select a bid, which was awarded to Rocky Mountain Power. The resolution will be to submit a ballot proposition for a public vote on November 4 for Eagle Mountain City residents to approve or deny the sale of the electric utility. At the Council meeting August 19, 2014, a public hearing was held in the policy session, following the presentations. Citizens were encouraged to attend the meeting and speak during the public hearing.
Camp Floyd Days- A Fun By Erika Douglas
Camp F l o y d State Park delivers again. Au-
gust 30th and September 1st will be the annual “Camp Floyd Days”. There will be many free activities for families to try. Children can make a candy cartridge, dress in uniform, learn military drills, and play games. There will be more civilian re-enactors than military at this event, allowing people to see another side of military life. A working cider press and apple cider will be offered and they plan to fire the cannon at intervals during the day. The old Fairfield
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The Gray Family and Deep, Heartfelt, Rodeo Roots By Matthew Gary Milam
For most Utah County residents it would be very difficult to hear the name Lehi and not think of the rodeo—and, perhaps, for residents of Lehi City itself--darn near impossible. The city of Lehi has deep roots that sprouted, in part, and simultaneously, from the advent of the Lehi Rodeo and Lehi City’s long-enduring Civic Improvement Association . It seems that no single family exemplifies the heartfelt tradition of these two entities more than the Gray family, headed by Phillip Gray of Lehi. This dedicated, hard-working, rodeo-loving family--starting with Phil Gray-- has been involved with the Lehi Roundup Rodeo for years. Phil has been there since the very early days of the Lehi Rodeo, and his two sons, Jared and Travis Gray, have been at his side with the rodeo since practically the day they were born. Jared, the older of the two, says, “I would go every night with my dad to the rodeo and hang out and sell programs or whatever.” In fact, the entire Gray family—Phil’s wife Carol, daughters Jodi, Krissi, Lindsey and their husbands, wives and kids—have also, for years, been involved and volunteering for the Lehi Rodeo. Travis Gray relates, “They are always there to sell tickets. We like to volunteer School House will be open for tours, along with other buildings at the park. This is a great opportunity for learning more about your local history. If you wish to tour the museum the admission fee is $3/person or $6/ family. Stagecoach rides will also be available from 12pm-2pm and the cost for rides is $3/person. Lantis Fireworks usually pro-
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and have been enjoying rodeo our whole lives. The rodeo is special to Lehi.” The Lehi Civic Improvement Association founded the Lehi Roundup Rodeo and has been in charge of it ever since. According to Jared Gray, the Improvement Association started as an LDS ward calling. “Bishop Evan was called to lead the association for a town celebration. Back in those days, the church (LDS) and the town were one in the same,” says Jared Gray. The Lehi Roundup Rodeo began in 1937. True to the “Roundup” part of its name, the early animal participants of the rodeo—the horses—were not contractually raised for the rodeos as they are now, according to Jared Gray. “The horses were rounded up down by vides a fantastic fireworks show this weekend. However, this year it has been moved to the following weekend. September 6th head back out to Camp Floyd and Fairfield after sunset for one of the best firework shows in the state! Scout camps again this Fall along with their other fabulous activities. http://stateparks.utah.gov/park/campfloyd-state-park-museum
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the (Utah) lake. Anderson (an early event organizer) would park the trucks in a circle and put a saddle on them (horses) to use for the rodeo,” adds Jared Gray. “Saddle bronc-ing,” as it is called, was part of the Lehi Rodeo from the beginning, and still is. Started as a non-profit event, the Lehi Roundup Rodeo profits have always been put right back into Lehi City and used for city improvements. An example of two modern-day Lehi City improvements benefiting from Lehi Rodeo proceeds, are the statue at the Lehi round-about (500 W. and Main), patterned after the bucking horse in the Lehi Round-up logo, and the nearby “Welcome to Lehi” sign. Phil Gray started the family tradition of volunteering for the Lehi Rodeo years ago. Accord-
ing to his two sons, volunteering and service are what Phil Gray is all about. Jared Gray says, “He’s probably the hardest working person I ever met. He’s patient, kind, bends over backward to help people out. He spends eight to ten hours a day working on the rodeo ticket side of things.” Phil Gray starting working on the ticket committee and then became director for the next 10-15 years. Younger brother, Travis Gray, has always been involved, at his dad’s side, working with the rodeo tickets. Travis, himself, has served on the ticket committee for years. He is now a director on the Eagle Mountain Rodeo where he is still involved with the rodeo tickets. Older brother, Jared Gray, has served on the Lehi Rodeo Board of Directors, and is currently the director/ president of the Eagle Mountain Rodeo Committee. Jared has also taken part directing events in the Utah County team rodeo and riding as a competitor in PRCA events. In addition to his busy involvement with the rodeo, Jared is a hunting guide and works in northeastern Utah and parts of eastern Wyoming. He formorally raised bucking bulls for Junior Rodeo’s Looking back on his years of involvement with his father and family in the rodeo, Jared Gray reflects, “I’ve learned on both committees that it’s all about service, all about people being one hundred percent volunteers with no return or self-gratification. Learning to serve others and serve the community is what I have learned from this… and how to serve--from my dad.”
The Westlake High School Marching Band The Westlake High School Marching Band has been invited to represent all of Utah at the Pearl Harbor Memorial Parade this December. This is an exciting honor and the kids are working hard to be able to go. To offset the expense per student, we
are in need of a lot of community support. Please go to our blog: to find out how you can donate to help these students! http://westlakethunderbands. blogspot.com/
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SS Library’s “Olive Garden Kids Reading Program” This program begins August 18th, while supplies last. Registration is not required. Pick up a reading log from the Saratoga Springs Public Library. For reading 10 library books between August 18th and September 30th kids ages 5-12 become eligible to receive an Olive Garden certificate to for 1 free kids meal (with adult meal purchase). Limit 1 certificate per child. For this program we do ask that kids participating have access to a Saratoga Springs Library card either as a resident or by paying the non-resident fee. Seeking Volunteers We’ve lost 3 of our storytellers! We need someone or several someone’s to read stories during story hour on Tuesday morning at 10:00 AM. Literacy Center The Literacy Center needs 23 tutors for the Fall session. Tutor registration is now available. Tutors are preferred to be at least 12-years old and read on a 5th grade reading level. Register online to tutor: www. saratogaspringscity.com/library Click on Literacy Center. Then click on “Register Now
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Story Hour Tuesdays 10:00 AM in the City Council Chamfor children PROGRAMMING bers from 3 to 5 year olds. Approximately 30 minutes long and the program itself varies based on the volunteer there that week. Move, Rattle & Shake Mondays & Thursdays at 11:00 AM in the library for children from 2 to 5 year olds. This is a music and motion story hour to develop listening and social skills. Moon Party: Saturday, September 6th at Neptune Park at 7:00 P.M. Enjoy activities for all ages. Sponsored by the Library Board and Towne Storage. Merit Badge Classes: The Friends of the Library have found a few volunteers to teach some merit badge classes.
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Keep current with these programs at our blog or Facebook page. Online registration is required to attend these programs and space is limited. Register online at www.saratogaspringscity.com/civicevents under the registration link. We still need a few other volunteers to help teach these classes. Email tpugh@saratogaspringscity.com if you can help. If you have any questions please don’t hesitate to ask. I can always put you in contact with the volunteers responsible for specific programs and activities if you want quotes from them. Also, another way to find out more about ongoing and upcoming events is through the Saratoga Springs Library Facebook account. I maintain that page on a daily basis. The library is closed on Friday and Saturday. I’m out of the office. Call me at (530)526-0496 if I can help in any way.
What Do You Know about Camp Floyd’s History? Used as a strategy by both the Northern and Southern States, Camp Floyd and the Utah War were an attempt to divert the nation’s attention from the issue of states rights and slavery, to the Mormon problem and polygamy. Believing Mormons were rebelling against the laws of the United States, in 1858 President James Buchanan dispatched nearly one-third of the entire U.S. Army to suppress the rumored rebellion in the Utah Territory. No rebellion or war ever took place in Utah. The army remained at Camp Floyd for three years to monitor the Mormons, explore the western frontier, and provide safety for immigrants moving west to California, Oregon, and Washington. Camp Floyd, named in honor of Secretary of War John Floyd, was built by the army with the help of local citizens. Camp
followers soon increased the population of Camp Floyd and Fairfield to 7,000, making it the third largest city in the Utah Territory. At its height, Camp Floyd was the largest military installation in the
Domestic Violence
-Escaping the Cycle of Abuse By Matt Schauerhamer
I usually try to put a light spin on fairly serious topics. There is, unfortunately, no way to whitewash the subject of domestic violence. It is an extremely serious issue that affects a large number of people. It destroys families, tears relationships apart, and destroys otherwise confident, capable individuals. The definition of domestic violence is, “...a pattern of abusive behavior in any relationship that is used by one partner to gain or maintain power and control over another intimate partner. Domestic violence can be physical, sexual, emotional, economic, or psychological actions or threats of actions that influence another person. This includes any behaviors that intimidate, manipulate, humiliate, isolate, frighten, terrorize, coerce, threaten, blame, hurt, injure, or wound someone.” Domestic Violence is about control. It is used by weak-minded people to control those they profess to love. It is used to ostracize its victims from their support systems such as family and friends. Domestic violence isn’t about an abuser’s inability to control his/her behavior, but rather it most often a deliberate, calculated behavior used to control its
victims. Victims of domestic violence often feel embarrassed, scared, or are too insecure to take appropriate steps to stop the Cycle of Abuse. There are four steps to the abuse cycle: 1. Tensions build - For whatever reason, the abuser feels ignored, threatened or wronged and takes it out on the victim by passive-aggression, poor communication and/or by threatening an outburst. 2. Acting out - When acting out, the abuser may become violent. Abusive behavior may be physical, verbal or psychological. Physical domination to ensure control of the victim is normal during this phase. Children are often exposed to extreme incidents of physical violence. The abuser’s release of “negative energy” will often temporarily reduce tensions. Abusers blame the victim and attempt to convince them that they “had it coming.” 3. Reconciliation/Honeymoon - Abusers may begin to feel some sort of remorse or fear that their partner will leave them or call the police. Victims feel confused and try to sort out their feelings. They wrongfully attempt to understand why they may have been “responsible” for
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United States. In 1861, the army left for the Civil War with soldiers joining both sides of the conflict. Some $4,000,000 of Army surplus was sold for a few cents on the dollar. The names of those once stationed at Camp Floyd, read like a “who’s who” in Civil War Generals. Rosters include names like Johnston, Buford, Reynolds, Bee, Heath, Lander, and others. Nearly all the buildings erected by the army were dismantled or demolished before their departure. Today, all that remains is the Commissary Building, which serves as a Camp Floyd museum, and the cemetery. -Mark A. Trotter Park Manager Camp Floyd State Park 18035 West 1540 North Fairfield, Utah 84013 801-768-8932 the incurred violence and they ask themselves if the relationship may be salvaged. The honeymoon stage is a time when the abuser psychologically batters the victims. They will use promises of “love” and “repentance” to coerce their victims into staying in the relationship. They may threaten suicide to gain the victim’s sympathy. The abuser’s promises of change and new-found acts of kindness toward the victim are to persuade the victim into believing the relationship may be salvageable or “not all bad.” 4. Calm - During the calm phase of the abuse cycle, tensions ease. Abusers may agree to counseling or therapy. They ask for forgiveness and try to create a normal domestic atmosphere at home. As time passes, however, stressors and tensions build, causing abusers to revert back to the tension building phase. In Utah, we’ve seen many examples of worst-case scenarios in domestic violence incidents. The notorious abuser from West Valley, Josh Powell, killed his wife and children. Josh Boren killed his wife and children in Spanish Fork. In Lindon, Fred Lee killed his ex-wife’s new husband in front of a grandchild. A Logan man, Ronald Lee Haskell drove to Texas and killed six members of his extended family and wounded one more. Domestic violence doesn’t always so extremely rear
Eagle Mountain Champions By Erika Douglas
Families that rodeo together from Eagle Mountain represented Utah with distinction at Nationals for the High School Rodeo Association (HSRA). These kids work and train hard as athletes, but you won’t see their picture in the year book, nor are their absences from school excused. Although, it is called the High School Rodeo Association it is not sponsored by the school. Cedar Valley has many youth that participate and this year three went on to the National Competition. E a c h placed in the Top 10, against competitors from all over the US as well as Canada and Australia. Katie and Jessica Boyce are sisters from Eagle Mountain. Both shoot .22 light rifle, the same guns and sights used for Olympic Sporting events. Jessica also shoots trap. These girls have been shooting since they were 5 and 7 years old! In spring of 2013, after talking to many locals that participate in rodeo and its head with murder. Domestic violence sometimes contributes to suicide in its victims - victims of years and years of abuse are torn down. Its victims include adults and children alike. It contributes to depression, feelings of hopelessness, and fear. Generational violence is normal in children who witness domestic violence in the home. Domestic violence in a home is the single highest contributing factor to whether a child will become violent in their own intimate relationships later in life. Resources exist for victims of domestic violence. Police departments have assigned professionals that deal directly with victims of domestic violence. They can assist with obtaining protective orders, housing, and helping victims through the dangerous process of leaving an abusive relationship. Leaving an abuser is one of the most dangerous times a victim will face in a relationship and the support system that a Victim’s Services Coordinator or Victim’s Advocate offers is extremely important. The Saratoga Springs Police Department’s Victim Services Coordinator, Holly Johnson is available to support, advise, and assist with the process of leaving an abusive relationship. If you have questions regarding escaping abuse or how you can help a family or friend stop the cycle of abuse, she may be reached at (801)766-6503.
August 23-September 5, 2014 learning more about the HSRA they decided to try it out. Katie will be entering into the 8th grade and participates in the Junior High division while Jessica will be in 10th grade. Jessica’s favorite thing about participating in the rifle event is “meeting so many new people and beating all the boys.” She does that. This year Jessica took 3rd in State and she was the only girl in the Top 4 to go on to Nationals, where she took 10th out of 115 shooters and was the top shooter for Utah. Her sister Katie isn’t far behind. She placed 4th in State and followed up with 8th at Nationals. They accomplished this using open sights against competitors that mostly use scopes. Steve and Krista Boyce enjoy helping their girls and participating in events with them. Steve is the chairman for all NRA sporting events for the Utah HSRA. He also made the stocks for the girls guns himself. They use open sights against competitors that mostly use scopes. Alexa Smith, also of Eagle Mountain, took first in State in goat tying. She also competes in team roping and breakaway events, but distinguished herself with a 7th place at Nationals in goat tying. She has been doing rodeo in some form or another most of her life. The youngest of 10 siblings, 8 of whom participated in rodeo events, she learned in the backyard while her older sisters practiced. The entire Smith family participates with Alexa. As the youngest sibling, she has nieces and nephews that are the same age
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The Green Thumb By Jennifer Klingonsmith
Alexa Smith 7th place at Nationals in Goat Tying and her lead competitor let her borrow her horse to complete the competition. Jim Smith says, “In rodeo they all help and cheer each other on while doing their best to win. We cheer for each kid out there.” He also enjoys the sense of responsibility students who participate in rodeo gain. There is a very strict code; no drugs or alcohol are allowed or there is immediate disqualification. They take care of their animals and equipment. This gives them a sense of confidence to handle whatever life might throw at them.
3 Top Perennial Performers When it comes to long lasting color in the garden, perennial flowers can’t be beat. Perennials are flowers and grasses that return year after year. They require some basic maintenance (see below) but are otherwise happy to bloom and grow for many seasons to come. The three perennials below are some of my favorites. They attain their full size quickly, have a long bloom period, and adapt readily to our poor soil and salty secondary water. Catmint. This beautiful perennial sends up lovely blue spikes all summer and into fall. It attains full size by its second year and resembles a small shrub more than a perennial (about 30 inches tall and wide). Cut back to green leaves in July to promote rebloom and tidy appearance. Coreopsis. An abundance of bright yellow flowers float over mounds of green leaves. These plants are tough and like a hot, dry spot. Coreopsis will also flower from early summer into
and they train together. Her parents enjoy doing a sport that supports family and each participant. Recently, Alexa’s horse came up lame at a competition
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fall. Removing spent blossoms will promote a longer bloom time. It reaches a height of 24 inches and sends up volunteer seedlings each year. Avoid “rosea” and “verticillata” varieties, as they dislike clay soil. Jupiter’s Beard. This rosered flowering powerhouse is underused in our area. It has achieved star status in the sunny areas of my yard because of its easy-growing, free-flowering nature. It attains its twofoot tall stature quickly and will self-seed to fill in. Flowers from June to frost. This perennial may multiple more aggressively in sandy soils. All of these perennials will compliment each other nicely in any sunny spot. Plant them about 18 inches apart and dress the bed with mulch. Then, sit back and enjoy your endless display of color and by all means, cut some and bring the joy inside! Perennial Maintenance. Perennials need a few things to look their best. In late winter, most perennials need to be cut back to within a few inches of the ground, as they all bloom on new spring growth. When new growth begins, apply a balanced fertilizer (i.e., 10-10-10). Lastly, as flowers fade, remove them. Trimming will keep the plant looking tidy and, in many cases, encourage more blooms. Jennifer Klingonsmith is a landscape designer and coach in the Saratoga Springs/Eagle Mountain area. She specializes in landscape plans and teaching gardening success. Find more information on her blog: saratogablooms.blogspot.com.
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Tips Worth More than You Paid for Them
Quality vs. Quantity When Recess Strikes, Which Will Save You? By Danielle’ Dimond
As a parent you really learn a lot of lessons on the topic of quality vs. quantity. For instance: Several nights of little sleep will never trump one entire night of sound sleep and 5 well behaved toddlers are less stressful than one terror of a 3 year old. Sometimes quality means everything, especially when it comes to certain items of clothing for kids. When buying back-to-school clothes for your kids, it’s those shoes and pants that wear out the most, as if recess involves wood chippers, flame throwers and hordes of ravenous moths. It’s inescapable that holes will eat their way through the knees on pants and random inexplicable locations on shoes. It’s an inevitability that will wear out your wallet too if you aren’t smart about it. If you buy the cheapest shoes you can find, you’ll go through 2 to 5 pairs in a school year. But, if you shop around and find the retailers that make good quality shoes and pants (flame resistant and steel woven is preferable) you’re going to save money and hassle. And kudos if you can get a guarantee on that clothing as well. So remember, most of the time quality will win out quantity big time, unless of course you’re a child choosing between 5 one dollar bills and 1 twenty dollar bill, in that case the value is clear.
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Local Westlake High “Barn” Thriving under Dedicated FFA Students
By Matthew Gary Milam If you’ve never turned west onto Pony Express Parkway and driven just past the main campus of Westlake High School, then you’ve probably never noticed the long, low, silver metallic building, on the north side of the road, glinting in the sunlight. This mostly unmarked structure, built during the fall of 2013, serves as the “barn” for Westlake High’s local chapter of Future Farmers of America (FFA). In the barn, around 25-30 FFA students are raising pigs, sheep, and turkeys as school projects. The local FFA chapter, comprised of roughly 395 students, is supervised by Michael Gowans and Ty Bevin, who are employed as faculty for Westlake’s agricultural curriculum. The chapter also includes students from Vista Middle School in Saratoga Springs (Adjacent to Westlake High), and Frontier Middle School in Eagle Mountain. Rick Hamilton is the FFA advisor/faculty for both middle schools. Students enrolling in the middle schools’ agricultural classes automatically become FFA members, according to Hamilton. FFA students raising animals in the barn are responsible for the watering and feeding of their particular animals twice daily—even throughout the long, hot summer months. Fortunately, students and their families often pitch in to help each other out when other students are sick or on vacation. Behind the FFA barn, hay is currently being grown to feed the animals. Eventually, according to Gowans, vegetables and fruit trees will be grown as well. Josh Austin, one of
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14 FFA student officers, serves as “ranch hand” for the barn and farm, which are, according to Gowans, one-of-a-kind in the state of Utah. BreAnna Marble, a senior this fall, has attended Westlake High School since her ninth grade year. In FFA, BreAnna has won state-level awards and is serving as Student Officer/”Sentinel” in her senior year. As part of her state-level FFA project award, BreAnna, upon graduation, will earn scholarship money for college. BreAnna has been raising a lamb at the barn this past spring and summer and took it to the Utah County Fair competition this August. BreAnna says taking care of the animals at the barn is her favorite thing about FFA—even the shearing of her sheep’s wool, which she has done twice this summer. Another FFA student, underclassman, Tyson Edmunds, is also raising animals for Westlake High’s FFA, but he’s not raising these animals at the FFA barn. Edmunds, one of allmale, 16-year-old triplets, raises his animals at home. Raising animals is a family affair at the Edmunds home where lambs and turkeys are raised on the Edmund’s property. Tyson’s two other triplet brothers, Tanner and Todd, are also part of the Westlake FFA chapter and help in raising the animals at home, as well. Tyson serves as Westlake FFA’s Student Reporter/Officer. He has attended FFA Career Development Events (CDE) competitions. Raising animals is one Tyson’s favorite things to do. Tyson says, “It gives you a lot of how-to learning and many different skills…and the opportunity to grow closer with my friends. FFA feels like family.”
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Westlake’s Lady Thunder Soccer Team By Matt Schauerhamer Coach Caitlin Young is very optimistic about the 2014 Westlake girls soccer team. The Thunder are looking to explode into region competition with a team that includes a lot of talented players. The team, albeit young, is very focused this year and already Coach Young said these girls have a different mentality than they did last year. They are hungry to get the season started and prove that even though they are young they can compete with some of the stiffest competition in the state. Westlake is in 5A’s Region 4 this year. Region 4 has some of the most experienced soccer teams in the state. Lone Peak, American Fork, and Riverton all figure to be difficult games where ball control and nasty defensive struggles will give Westlake the best chance for victory. There are no easy games this year for the Thunder and every game will count. Coach Young’s ultimate goal is to make State and she unrelentingly believes in her girls. Westlake is relying on a 4-2-3-1 formation this year. The lone forward will be fed the ball from three different attacking midfielders, giving her numerous opportunities to explode offensively. Last year’s striker, Hanna Robertson, is the team’s only senior. She was the state’s fifth leading goal scorer and is already committed to play soccer for Division I school, Farleigh University in New Jersey next year. Three attacking midfielders will press the ball offensively and defensively. Fullbacks in the formation will be expected to help defend the wings and crosses. If they can come together as a unit, Westlake will have a formidable defense. Coach Young’s philosophy is to press the ball hard and fast defensively with a well-organized defensive backline. Offensively, she will look for her team to make quick passes and ball movement to exploit opposing defenses. With a team as young as Westlake’s, they will need to come together and play as a group. There
are many talented individuals on the team. Coach Young looks for them to learn cohesion and reliance on one another. With a young team led by only one senior, they will often encounter stronger, more physical players on other teams. Westlake can overcome their inexperience by playing strong team ball and maintaining defensive focus. Six team leaders will lead this year’s group of girls. They were selected by their teammates for their hard work and skill. This year’s leaders are Hanna Robertson, Mori Megargel, Cami Garrett, Kea Iongi, Jayden Judy, and Madison Finlinson. Coach Young said to watch for Hanna Robertson. She is a goal-scoring machine! Sophomore midfielder Jayden Judy is crafty and creative with the ball. She is dangerous any time the ball is at her feet. Freshman midfielder Kim Martinez is super technical and has a rocket boot, making for nasty shots on goal. Madison Finlinson, a sophomore defender, initiates attacks and Junior Kea Iongi provides attitude and nastiness while she anchors the defense. They will be supported by a creative, enthusiastic team. Region play begins August 26 at Westlake High School when the Lady Thunder play American Fork High School at 4:00 PM. Wear your blue, your gold and support your team!
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Porter Rockwell Eagles Braydon Hobbs: Collected 473 Teddy Bears/Stuffed animals for Bank of AF for Family Support and Treatment Center of Orem. Andrew S Nelson: Improved & beautified Lehi Park by removing sod and dirt along the iron fence and putting in shrubs, bushes, decorative rock and concrete edging. Daines Wallace: Conducted Red Cross Blood drive with over 60 donations. Taylor Whited: Prepared and landscaped area for Hidden Hollow Elementary. Baylor A Bateman: Collected materials and made 40 Easter Baskets and other holiday items for Primary Children’s Medical Center - 752 items donated. Clay D Rose: Collected clothing, shoes and hygiene supplies for Battered Women’s Shelter. Gavin A Jensen: Created a xeriscaped permaculture landscape to beautify an area near the rec center in Cedar Fort. Luke E Ross: Made memory bags for siblings to honor deceased infants for NICU at UVRMC Judi Hansen: Porter Rockwell Eagle Scout Board
Redbox Movie Review
Divergent
on human virtues then you’ll regret how seemingly little time is spent on the topic. If you’re here for the romance then I’m sure you’ll be satisfied. This flick has been compared to Twilight (it’s much better than that) and The Hunger Games (it’s not as good as that) but really it just holds a place somewhere in that in between world. I didn’t feel the characters were developed enough, the romance fell slightly flat and the action sequences were good but short-lived. It’s good enough for a night of entertainment but don’t hold your breath for your new favorite action/ romance/post-apocalyptic adventure. Obviously, the book is much better. Rated PG-13 by Hollywood Rated PG-16 by This Mom edited
Truly Divergent or More of the Same? By Danielle’ Dimond Movie Erudite and Candor In the post-apocalyptic city of Chi-
cago a society has divided its members into factions based upon human virtues: Kindness, Bravery, Intelligence, Honesty and Selflessness. But what if you possess the abilities to use more than just one of these virtues? When Beatrice Prior finds out that she does in fact have more than one virtue she and her new ally, Four, will find out whether this ability is one that is valued or feared. If you’re interest in this movie is purely for the action and intensity then you’ll wait for what feels like forever for the pace to pick up for you. If you’re intrigued by the basis of this society grown
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Classifieds are only $12.00 for one month or $18.00 for two months. Add a border for $1.00 or a picture for $2.00 (printed in paper) 30 word maximum. for more info call 8017879502 or email wendythecrossroadsjournal@gmail.com NA HULA KULA O’NOELANI Come feel the Aloha spirit while learning modern and traditional styles of Hula dancing, music and culture. Classes are 1x week and ages 3-99 are welcome to come. Contact Noelani at 801-824-1769 MATH TUTOR (5th grade - Pre-Calculus) - 7 years junior high math teacher in Alpine School District- Eagle Mountain resident- Prices very depending on session duration. Contact Shelly Way 801-830-8704 21mathways@gmail.com
Haycubes Bags or Bulk Call 8015987872 GUITAR LESSONS All ages, all levels, all styles. Learn songs, chords, strumming, picking, notation, theory, song writing and MUCH more! Located in Meadow Ranches (by the new middle school) First lesson is FREE! Call Gill Taylor (801) 358-7148 The City is hiring for a GIS Technician, Street Maintenance Worker, and Wastewater System Operator II.online at www.emcity.org
Private violin lessons offered from my home in Saratoga Springs. 15+ years of teaching experience. $10 for 30 minute lesson or $15 for 45. Call Jamie at 719-210-0693 for info. You can also visit violinlessonsbyjamie.webs.com for info. Administrative Support Admin Assistant Recruiting Applicant Sourcing http://iapplicants.applicantpro.comjobs Miss Ari’s Kindergarten Readiness Preschool Located in Eagle Mountain City Center. Certified teacher with 8 years teaching experience. $55 PM for 2 hour class, 2 x weekly; $70 PM for 3 hour class, 2 x weekly Call: (801) 669-3324, email: ariannebrown1@gmail.com
PRIVATE PIANO LESSONS!
Perfect for any age. Beginner to Advanced. 25 years playing experience, teaching for 14. Have fun learningtheory, technique and duet/quartets. First lesson free. Call Andrea 801-687-1468 Pet Boarding 24 hour care, Indoor/Outdoor training Individualized attention. For more information call Katie at 801-828-5805
Fundraiser for the Thunder Football Team Starting August 4th
Thunder Card which is a discount card with local businesses that offer discounts when the consumers purchase a card from a member of the
Eric Dow is excited to have the first CPA office in Eagle Mountain, Utah. After seven tax seasons at a great CPA firm in Salt Lake City, Eric Dow decided to focus more on what he enjoys doing most. He enjoys helping owners of small businesses who don’t have an accounting department, to understand their financial information so they can make better decisions to increase
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DRUM LESSONS Fun, certified teacher, 42 years experience, positive influence, professional drummer & band leader, all ages/levels. Studio in Saratoga Springs, references available.Please call Ken Culmone 801-768-0708 or 801-367-2787. Magic Chef electric range white 30” in good clean condition. with self cleaning oven. asking $200 cash only. 8017665328 4356500800 Downsizing: Graco Play Pen,like new $25.00. Jack Lalane juicer, like new $50.00. Plastic gas containers, $2.50 - $10.00. MVP pro-lift hydraulic jack $10.00. Central Pneumatic nail gun $15.00. Various tools and household items. 801-598-8036
Black and White Copier for sale. Konica Minolta model Bizhub 7228. Good Working Condition. $400 or best offer. Call 801-766-3302.
Tutoring Cerified teacher with
DANI’S DANCING FINGERS teaches piano to all ages 5+ for only $8 per lesson, younger classes available. Eagle Mountain City Center. Please call 801-789-2606 or like me
years experience will tutor in your home Grades Pre-Kindergarforten - Fourth All subjects $20 an hour References upon Request Call Katie after business hours 801-828-5805 ex10/11
Two bedroom basement appartment for rent Utilities included. $725.00 mo
Nurses aide will care for elderly or disabled 40 yrs exp references
their bottom line. Eric also enjoys helping families and individuals to understand what they can do to minimize their tax burdens and to feel confident their taxes are done right. Eric and his family have lived in Eagle Mountain since 2008 and don’t plan to ever leave. They love our community and enjoy being involved. Eric served on the Eagle Mountain Economic
Development Board and believes working to help families and businesses close to home is the most significant way he can contribute to our already great community. Contact Eric directly: Dow Tax & Accounting, PLLC 3688 E Campus Drive, Suite 100 Eagle Mountain, UT, 84005 eric@dowcpa.com Phone: (801) 753-8540
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LITTLE STAR ACADEMY (Ranches)-Age 4 preschool class now enrolling for 2014-2015! Warm, welcoming home environment. Encourages academic and social development through fun, hands-on learning. Small classe Contact Mallory at 801-822 -2818.
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