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TRUCK TAKES OUT POWER POLE, INJURES FOUR By Becky Ginos | becky.g@davisjournal.com

BOUNTIFUL—Several people were injured last week when a truck came careening down 400 North and slammed into multiple cars and took out a power pole, leaving parts of the city without power. The accident happened Dec. 10 just before 9 a.m. at the intersection of 400 North and 400 East. The truck was traveling at a high rate of speed when it hit two cars and then plowed into several parked cars. “That pole was one of our main transmission lines,” said Bountiful Power & Light Director Allen Johnson. “It covers roughly from 400 North to 1800 South on the east side. We had to reroute that. It probably took about 30 minutes to isolate and get the power back on.” Johnson said the truck also took out the traffic controller (signal). “It exploded and the pedestal it’s on so we’ll have to put in a new one. We’ll have a temporary one up and running sometime tonight.” The accident injured four people including the driver of the truck. “Three people were treated and released and the fourth was in serious but stable condition as of Friday,” said Bountiful Police Lt. Dave Edwards. “It caused extensive damage across a wide area. The collision with parked cars and the curb eventually stopped the dump truck.” Edwards said the cause of the accident is still under investigation. “The driver indicated the brakes went out as he was coming down the hill. We believe it was mechanical failure but we haven’t received the report yet.”l

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Crews work to clean up after a dump truck lost control coming down 400 North in Bountiful causing extensive damage in the area. Photo by Roger V. Tuttle

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Jessica, a barber at ManCave cuts a customer’s hair. Courtesy photo

Comcast RISE award benefits local business By Becky Ginos | becky.g@davisjournals.com

LAYTON—Marcus Johnson is passionate about being a barber. He owns the ManCave Barbershop in Layton and treats everyone like family. “I know their kids and they know mine,” he said. “They come in and tell us what they’ve done at school. I know them by name. It's like a hangout spot.” Johnson has owned the shop for almost three years but when the pandemic hit he was forced to shut down for five weeks. “We came back at half capacity,” he said. “The community loves our shop so they started coming in more times to keep us going.” Now he’s receiving even more help as a recipient of the Comcast RISE award.

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“The program is based around small businesses,” said Johnson. “Sometimes small business owners get overshadowed and it’s hard to get our name out.They help us with ads that we often miss out on. The more visible you are the more people can contact you.” Comcast RISE, which stands for “Representation, Investment, Strength and Empowerment,” is focused on U.S. Blackowned, small businesses, those hit hardest by the pandemic, according to Comcast Corporation. “They set up cable and business internet free for one year,” said Johnson. “They also gave us a security system and iPads to set up the front desk. It’s not a money

Owner Marcus Johnson opened his shop three years ago in Layton. Johnson’s business was hit hard by the pandemic. Courtesy photo

grant. This is even more valuable. It’s great what they’re doing to get my name out into the community.” “We created Comcast RISE to partner with small businesses and give them access to tools to help them survive the pandemic and thrive,” Teresa Ward-Maupin, SVP for Digital and Customer Experiences at Comcast Business said in a release. “As we’ve gone through the selection process, it’s been so powerful to hear these business owners’ stories and see the tangible ways that we can help grow their businesses and impact their communities. I could not be more pleased to open this program to the entire BIPOC (Black, Indigenous, and

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Monitor those Christmas trees for invasive species By Tom Haraldsen | tom.h@davisjournal.com

o you’ve probably been out selecting a Christmas tree for your home this season, and like many of you, I personally bring home a real, fresh tree. The Utah Department of Agriculture and Food (UDAF) is reminding consumers to watch for evidence of invasive species, particularly indicators of the gypsy moth and pine shoot beetle. Though there are a number of fresh tree lots throughout Utah, the majority of those trees are brought in from out of state. Whenever trees, firewood or greenery are transported, there’s a risk for the transportation of pests. While many insects are beneficial, those on UDAF’s invasive species watch list are not. The UDAF warns that Invasive species are known to cause between 5080% of agriculture crop losses per year and the impact on urban forests can be

devastating. “Most people don’t think about pathways for invasive species. They see a beautiful Christmas tree or piece of wood furniture and don’t realize it could be a carrier for an unwelcome insect,” said Kristopher Watson, UDAF Insect Program Manager and State Entomologist, in a department release. UDAF emphasizes the importance of purchasing trees from reputable sources who work with our team of inspectors and comply with regulations and quarantines designed to stop the spread of invasive pests. Managing insects is essential to the Department’s mission to promote the healthy growth of Utah agriculture, conserve our natural resources and protect our food supply. According to Watson, only one gypsy moth has been found in Utah in the last few years, and no pine shoot beetles

have been detected, which he credits to public awareness and UDAF’s regulatory responsiveness. “Our method for regulating invasive species is strict enforcement of a robust inspection program,” said Watson. “That means working with vendors to create an environment where everyone wins so we can maintain the social, environmental and economic integrity of our state’s overall agricultural wellness.” As with many agricultural products and commodities, UDAF reminds consumers to look for local options. As always, UDAF is here to help. If you discover an insect and have concerns it may be invasive, please contact us at agriculture@utah.gov. For more information, visit ag.utah.gov. l

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Because both Christmas and New Years Day fall on Fridays, our normal delivery days, the next two Davis Journals will reach mailboxes on Saturday, Dec. 26 and Saturday, Jan. 2. We’ll be back on our regular Friday schedules starting on Dec. 8. From all of us at the Davis Journal, we wish you a Merry Christmas next week, and of course a Happy New Year on Jan. 1. Enjoy the holidays, and stay safe! --Tom Haraldsen, editor

CRIME BRIEFS Man charged with sexual abuse

WOODS CROSS—A Woods Cross man was arrested last week for allegedly sexually abusing several juveniles over a period of 10 years. Brian Wayne Craven, 50 was booked into the Davis County Jail on three counts of aggravated sexual abuse of a child; four counts of forcible sexual abuse; five counts of dealing in materials harmful to a minor; and one count of unlawful sexual activity with a minor and nine misdemeanor charges of lewdness and voyeurism. According to an arrest affidavit, Craven is accused of abusing five boys and one girl between 2008 and 2018. Woods Cross police began the investigation in October after a man reported he had been sexually abused as a teenager more than 10 years ago. The man told police he had come forward after a woman asked him if Craven had ever abused him. She said Craven allegedly abused her and then later her three sons.

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According to the probable cause statement, a detective interviewed six alleged victims over a two-month period. All six gave similar accounts of child grooming such as befriending the victims and giving them treats. Police said Craven held a position of trust with some of the victims.

Farmington man killed in officer involved shooting

FARMINGTON—An armed, 29-year-old man was shot and killed Sunday morning when he advanced on officers after crashing into a Farmington Police patrol car. According to police, just after 2 a.m. on Dec. 13, Farmington PD officers and UHP Troopers were wrapping up a stolen vehicle investigation near the intersection of 650 West and State Street in Farmington. While taking inventory of the stolen vehicle, a passenger car crashed into a Farmington PD patrol vehicle. The driver then got out of the vehicle. He was armed and advanced on the officers and troopers and failed to respond to verbal commands so deadly force was used. A Farmington PD officer and State Trooper both discharged their firearms. Officers quickly began

life saving measures on the driver, identified as Robert Joseph Evans of Farmington and transported him to the hospital where he later died. At this time, investigators believe that the incident is completely separate from the stolen vehicle investigation. Body camera footage will be released after the OICI team and Davis County Attorney’s Office complete their investigation.

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The Christmas decoration frenzy drives me crazy The opinions stated in this article are solely those of the author and not of The Davis Journal

BRYAN GRAY Experienced journalist, businessman living in Davis County

n one of the Father Brown mystery stories, a character notes, “If you convey to a woman that something ought to be done, there is a dreadful danger that she will suddenly do it.” This occurs every year during the holiday season. Upon the very mention of snowfall or scent of pine, my wife becomes a frenzied attack dog transforming the house into a Christmas-themed winter wonderland. One minute I’m watching a news program in the living room; the next minute I’m watching the same program in Santa’s workshop. I have no trouble with a Christmas tree, but I can conjure up the Christmas spirit without seeing 23 nativity scenes on my fireplace mantle. I can immerse myself in the season without a bookcase filled with snow globes. A wreath on the front door

is one thing; I don’t need plastic reindeer galloping through the house. The living room is no more “homey” due to its seasonal population of Santas. I know what Santa looks like – and he doesn’t look at all like the recently added white-bearded guy sporting a Mexican sombrero. Snowmen…angels…stars…they all have to be carefully dusted and wrapped and gingerly placed in storage containers after their short-lived run of the house. I have heard some men gripe that they rent a storage shed to house their Christmas crap! Women may label the decorations as crafts or memorable keepsakes, but I will continue to call them Christmas clutter. I am not a grinch, but I do oppose the knick-knack takeover of my house every December. Along with the decorations, I have a limit to how many Christmas songs I can stomach. Give

me “Little Town of Bethlehem” and Mel Torme’s “The Christmas Song,” but don’t irritate me with Elvis Presley’s belching out “Blue Christmas” or Paul McCartney’s insipid pop anthem, “Wonderful Christmastime.” And as for the composer of “Grandma Got Ran Over By a Reindeer,” there is a reason why I support the death penalty. Christmas should be seen apart from Christmas decorations and wrapping paper. It can be a time of celebration and resolve even for those who are not particularly religious. But when I hear “All I Want for Christmas is You” – the most streamed holiday song – being played in October, I can’t wait until Easter appears. I can enjoy Christmas as long as it revolves around the Christ child and charity, not Mariah Carey and overpriced toys on aisle 4.

When does Christmas begin?

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hristmas has different beginning times for most everyone. For some it’s when you put up the Christmas tree and decorations. For others it’s when DR. GLENN you wrap some presents MOLLETTE Syndicated Columnist and put them under the tree. While for others it's about the Christmas music. When they first start hearing Christmas songs on the radio then Christmas has begun for them.

Christmas may begin for you when your family arrives home to share in your celebration. Or your Christmas celebration may really begin when your family finally leaves. When I was a child Christmas started for me when everything came together. The big fresh tree was hewn down from the hillside. Once it was decorated, I started watching for Santa. But it still wasn’t Christmas until I came up with a big package of firecrackers, cherry bombs and other noisy fireworks. I always loved putting firecrackers and cherry bombs under cans to see how far they would fly through the air. My mother would make cookies, cakes and pies. My dad would always buy a big box of apples and oranges. It seems like they lasted a week.

Christmas really began when family came home. When we all got together that's when it seemed Christmas really started. The excitement came by us all being together. Sharing gifts was fun and provided moments of laughter. Eating my mother's delicious meal was always a stable holiday treat we always enjoyed. The best part was everyone being together for a couple of days. With social distancing, this may be one element of Christmas that many will not get to enjoy in 2020. So many thousands of people have died from C0VID-19 and they will be missed at the Christmas table. If this is you please cling to the hope of life beyond this world and that you will see your loved one again. I believe throughout our planet that

seeing our sick friends get well would make Christmas for all of us. Christmas is different this year. We must enter Christmas this year with hope. You have to have hope to live. Life without hope is like a car with no fuel. A vaccine for COVID-19 is coming. We are praying this will spare lives in 2021. We have hope that by next Christmas we can all get together and celebrate. Remember Christmas is in your heart and that's where your main celebration and hope lie. May hope and Christmas be bright and rekindled anew and afresh. May you within your spirit hear the bells on Christmas day. And, may you hear the angels sing, “Glory to God in the highest and on earth peace to all men on whom his favor rests.”

We’re at about mile 16 of the COVID marathon The opinions stated in this article are solely those of the author and not of The Davis Journal was a cross country runner in high school, where an average workout involved running 10 miles a day. Not quite a half-marathon, and it seemed like no big deal back then to run that far. TOM HARALDSEN Davis Journal Editor Of course, that was 50 years and hundreds of Big Macs ago. In recent years, my wife and I have run a few 5K races, usually for charity. That’s only 3.2 miles, but they still feel like a pretty good workout for someone in their 60s like me. Just as when I ran those 10-milers at sea level in California, I knew the importance of

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pacing myself so I could endure to the end as we ran those races. The metaphor I’ve used for this COVID-19 pandemic we’re in is similar. To make it to the end (whatever that means), we need to have patience, continue our best practices, and keep our eyes focused on the finish line. Since a marathon is 26.2 miles, I liken our situation to being at about mile 16 – more than halfway through but many miles to go until our lives reach the finish line of “normal.” With this week’s introduction in many communities of a vaccine to combat the virus, hope springs eternal. And not a moment too soon, as the quarantine fatigue has reached new levels for most Americans as well as citizens of countries around the world. We’re tired of spending so much time indoors, tired of not feeling comfortable with going outside

our homes to shop or recreate or go out to dinner, tired of cancelling family get togethers and not even being able to share hugs with loved ones. We want to stop this marathon, pull off to the side of the course, take some deep breaths and go back to where we were in March, when the world turned upside down. But as with the marathoners in mid-race, we can’t. And these last 10 miles, or 4 to 6 to 8 months that lie ahead before most vaccinations have been completed and the numbers of those who test positive for the virus start to seriously drop, may be the steepest ones of all. So as with a runner, we need to take them one mile at a time. When I ran competitively, my mind wandered at times to places not on the track. I looked at the foothills near my high school, thought about assignments that were due, wondered why no one came out to watch our

cross country races (I understood why, but wished someone would have seen us run). My goal was to both stay focused on the reason I was running but not get bogged down with the physical challenges I needed to endure. Not sure that completely works in this situation, but I do believe if we stay diligent on things like masking up and social distancing, and exercise the patience needed for the vaccines to do their job, we’ll survive to the finish line and someday get this pandemic behind us. So when you’re running your races – be it long distance or short – remember that at least you’re in the race, away from the starting line, and getting closer to the end with every step you take. And mile 17 isn’t too far ahead – it really isn’t. Let’s endure!

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With Santa (Cliff Cole) at the wheel, three fellow Bountiful residents took their instruments and musical talents to the street, rolling through neighborhoods and offering “extreme Christmas caroling” last weekend! The band members were asked by their LDS Bishop to do something fun for their neighbors, and three members of their ward’s bishopric took drums, a piano and a guitar onboard a trailer for an hour-long performance of holiday favorites.

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‘Elves’ bring shoes to kids By Becky Ginos | becky.g@davisjournals.com

CLEARFIELD—Christmas is around the corner and kindergarteners at South Clearfield Elementary received an early present – new shoes. “Elves” surprised the children last week. “We read the book ‘Elves and the Shoemaker’ then jingle bells outside of the classroom,” said Principal Robbie Kinghorn. “The kids follow the bells into the library and find the box with their name on it. The shoes are a size up so they can grow into them. They’re so excited to see the gift.” It’s the highlight of the year, he said. “As an adult I really look forward to it. It truly helps the kids to get a new pair of shoes that are sturdy so they can be passed down to a younger brother or sister.” Kinghorn said the kids are so excited when they get the new shoes. “One girl was jumping up and down and told me she was never going to take them off. Then she said, ‘well, I’ll take them off when I go to bed but then I’ll put them on again when I wake up.’ You can hear the excitement in their voices as they’re running around the library to show them off.” About 60 kindergarteners receive the shoes, said Kinghorn. “All the kids get them so you never know the need. Some families let pride get in the way so they’d never ask but this way we’re still able to help them. I was raised nearby the school and I didn’t get my first name brand shoes until I was in the sixth

grade. We couldn’t afford them.” The event is sponsored by Mountain America Credit Union, Nike and the Davis Education Foundation. “Several years ago, Robbie Kinghorn heard about a Salt Lake school that was doing it,” said Lucy Kunzler, Marketing Director for the Davis Education Foundation. “He loved the idea so he started doing it for kindergarteners. There’s a lot of kids who come from disadvantaged families. Both the kids and their parents are surprised. Robbie said he gets emails from parents thanking him. It’s a cool program.” The Foundation does this every year, she said. “Without the generosity of our donors we wouldn’t be able to do it. We’re grateful for our community partners.” Now that winter is here, it couldn’t come at a better time Kunzler said. “It’s a big deal. It’s hard to focus in class if your feet are cold and wet. It’s a great program that Principal Kinghorn has put together to remove obstacles to learning. You can tell he loves his students.” “These are shoes that are going to last so their toes are not breaking through,” said Kinghorn. “It’s something that we can provide for families so they’ve got a warm pair of shoes on their feet.” l

A kindergartener at South Clearfield Elementary shows off her new pair of shoes. The Davis Education Foundation, Mountain America Credit Union and Nike sponsored the event. Courtesy photo

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Pilot ‘Test to Stay Open’ program didn’t meet threshold By Becky Ginos | becky.g@davisjournals.com

SYRACUSE—A Davis School District pilot program to test students for COVID-19 at Syracuse High that would have allowed the school to stay open instead of going into soft closure did not meet the 80 percent participation threshold required. The school had previously been on soft closure from Nov. 7 through Nov. 18 and students returned Nov. 19. On Dec. 4, Syracuse High reached more than 15 confirmed cases again. According to the district, the standard procedure would have been to put the school on soft closure and move to remote learning starting Dec. 7. However, the district in conjunction with the Utah Department of Health and the Davis County Health Department piloted a “Test to Stay Open.” In order to stay open, at least 80 percent of the study body had to participate in the voluntary program and receive a free, rapid COVID test on Dec. 7. After testing ended, only 68 percent of students were tested. “Eighty percent of the parents had given permission for their student to participate,” said Chris Williams, Director of Communication & Operations for the Davis School District. “So we felt confident at 7:30 a.m. but by 10 a.m. participation was waning. We had them come down alphabetically. It didn’t take too long at all, just a quick painless nasal swab.” Some students may have been afraid because they didn’t know what it would be like, he said. “A pilot is a pilot. It’s not intended to be perfect. I’m sure we learned a

Stations are set up at Syracuse High to give rapid COVID tests to students. Courtesy photo

couple of things. It might help to educate parents and students about what’s going to happen and that trained professionals administer that (test).” The district set the 80 percent threshold, said Williams. “From our perspective though, educationally there’s not a teacher in the district that would feel comfortable with only 80 percent in their class. It’s the 20 percent who are not there. They worry about those.” Williams said the district believes the best place to learn is in the class either in person or online. “Back when I was in high school I was out for about two weeks. I did everything I could to get caught up in my geometry class but the teacher went on. There’s not much she could do. It was a

challenging experience. We never want a student to be left on their own. They need to be interacting with the teacher either in person or online.” Because the pilot didn’t meet the threshold, Syracuse High went into soft closure Dec. 8 and students will return Jan. 4 after winter break. Davis and Farmington High School moved to soft closure Dec. 15

and five other schools are currently in soft closure. “It’s not a school issue, it’s community spread,” he said. “As that happens the numbers are reflected in our schools. However, the beauty of putting a school in quarantine is we hope those behaviors will change and the community has a chance to get healthy.” l

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Davis County part of 125th anniversary of statehood By Becky Ginos | becky.g@davisjournals.com

FARMINGTON—To celebrate Utah’s 125th anniversary of statehood, a simultaneous fireworks show will take place in 29 counties on Jan. 4, including Davis County. The county has a special connection to the event – a 45-star flag created in 1896 when Utah became a state. The flag was donated by the American Legion Farmington Post 27. “In 2006 a fellow American Legionnaire from another state, Ron Meyers, found it in the loft of a barn in the rafters,” said American Legion Farmington Post 27 Commander, William Huber. “He knew that Utah was the 45th state so he contacted us and related what he had found and asked if we’d be interested in the flag.” Huber said they brought the flag to a meeting and tried to decide what to do with it. “We asked the Utah Historical Society and they already had one and so did Fort Douglas. We thought we had good support from the county, they’d been allowing us to hold meetings in the old Courthouse so we decided to give it to them.” The post raised money to get the flag framed and a plaque made then donated it to the county commission Feb. 26, 2007. “They

had invited an elementary school class to sing some patriotic songs,” he said. “Then we presented it to commissioners Alan Hansen, Bret Millburn and Louenda Downs.” “The 45-star flag remained our nation’s symbol of freedom and courage until 1907 when Oklahoma joined the Union,” the plaque reads. “To Utah citizens, the 45-star American flag holds special historical significance as it offers the opportunity to reflect and appreciate the nearly 50-year struggle our ancestors confronted to earn Statehood and secure the freedoms, liberties and rights that we enjoy.” The American Legion Farmington Post 27 has members from communities throughout Davis County. “May this flag serve as a constant reminder that the freedoms, liberties and rights we enjoy have come at a great cost to those serving in the various branches of the U.S. military,” the plaque’s inscription continues. “May our nation’s citizens be constantly vigilant and honor the principles of virtue, justice, democracy, and the pursuit of truth.” The public can view the flag and plaque on the second floor of the Administration Building at 61 South Main Street in Farmington. l

Post 27 Commander William Huber (left) presents the 45-star flag to the county commissioners in 2007. The historical flag represents when Utah received statehood. Courtesy photo

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The staff and administration at Bountiful Junior High School were asked: What do you want for Christmas?

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I’d be lovin’ a truck. I had to say goodbye to my old one. Jeff Christensen assistant principal intern

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I want world peace. And, a RZR (side by side off-road vehicle) with a heater. Jodi Poll - school counselor

I want to be able to see everybody’s faces! Ami Bowman school counseling secretary

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A new car. A new Apple watch. And, for “my kids” (all the students at Bountiful Jr.) to be happy and healthy. Kathryn Ashton Bountiful Jr. High principal

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Star gazers watching for the ‘Great Conjunction’ By Tom Haraldsen | tom.h@davisjournal.com

he first day of winter next Monday will be celebrated by those who love to look at the stars that night. That’s the date of the “Great Conjunction,” when the planets Jupiter and Saturn will seem so close together that they can’t be told apart with the naked eye. The Utah Astronomy Club has offered tips for Utahns who wish to get a look at that event. “On Dec. 21, expect to see a great show that you’ll never have another chance to see,” said Paul Ricketts, interpretive specialist at the University of Utah Department of Physics and Astronomy and director of the university’s South Physics Observatory. Weather allowing, the observatory will attempt to provide live streaming of the event on the facility’s Facebook site, https://

www.facebook.com/SouthPhysicsObservatory/. Jupiter and Saturn are visible nightly – barring cloud cover – by 6 p.m. in the southwest. Saturn, the higher of the two, is 17 degrees above the horizon and Jupiter is at 16 degrees altitude. A fist held at arm’s length, not counting the thumb, is 10 degrees across. The planets are moving closer together until the conjunction. On Dec. 21 after sunset look for them at 8 degrees above the southwestern horizon. “Crispness in the image may be degraded since they’ll be so low on the horizon though. Don’t let this dissuade you, it’ll be an amazing sight,” said Ricketts, an administrator of the astronomy club’s Facebook page, where the group has 650 members.

Using a small telescope or binoculars, viewers will be able to see both in the same field of view. Look for the rings of Saturn, which is much dimmer; Jupiter’s cloud bands, and both planets’ moons. “Some people may be able to see (Saturn moon) Iapetus very close to Jupiter’s moon Callisto,” he said. The planets aren’t actually close, of course. They are just lined up from our perspective in a way they won’t be for another 800 years. In actuality, they are about 450 million miles apart. Jupiter is a “mere” 544 million miles from Earth while Saturn is 993 million miles from our home. For more information, contact Utah Astronomy Club coordinator Joe Bauman at 801-913-3588. l

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Reach Out Utah blood drive in Layton next week

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Prep basketball wrap-up: Local teams pick up big wins By Josh McFadden/josh.m@mycityjournals.com

eek two is in the books for Davis County high school boys basketball teams. Davis, Farmington, Woods Cross, Viewmont and Bountiful have each had ups and downs but have all picked up victories. Davis The Darts bounced back from a season-opening loss to go 2-1 in the Skyridge tournament last week. Davis fell to Corner Canyon 63-50 on Dec. 10, despite 16 points and nine rebounds from Chance Trujillo. Davis actually led 13-7 after one quarter but had rough second and third quarters. The following day, the Darts regrouped with a 5538 win over crosstown foe Woods Cross. The Darts held the Wildcats to 35% shooting and dominated the second and fourth quarters. Davis trailed 11-9 at the end of the first quarter but outscored Woods Cross 15-5 in the second to go up by eight at halftime. After the Wildcats clawed back to within four points, Davis shut the door on a Woods Cross comeback with a 21-8 run in the fourth. Colby Sims had 18 points – all on three-pointers – and Trujillo added 15 points, eight rebounds and four assists. Rex Sunderland contributed 10 points and six rebounds. Davis improved to 2-2 on the year with a 61-56 triumph over Copper Hills on day three of the tournament, Dec. 12. Davis shot better than 50% from the field and had nine players score. Sunderland led the way with 19 points. Henry Ihrig had 14 points, four rebounds and three steals. On Tuesday, after our press deadline, Davis played at Bountiful. The Darts hosted Box Elder the following day and will entertain Herriman on Friday. Farmington Last week, the Phoenix improved on a 1-2 record to go 2-2. And they did so in a big way. On Dec. 8, Farmington scored a 42-point rout – an 88-46 blowout over Highland. Farmington got on top early and never let up in the biggest margin of victory in the team’s three-year history, tying a 90-48 win over Granger last season. It was 50-20 at halftime. Collin Chandler had 23 points, and four other players hit double figures in scoring. Sam Rencher and Truman Hendry each had 12, Tanner Nordquist had 11, and Caleb Mordue had 10. The Phoenix faced Alta on Tuesday and travel to Granger on Thursday. Woods Cross The Wildcats went 1-2 at the Skyridge tournament last week. Aside from the loss to Davis, Woods Cross fell to Alta 60-43 on day one of the tournament. The Wildcats struggled offensively in the contest and also hit just six of 13 free throws. The Wildcats also had just 11 points combined in the second and third quarters. However, the team wrapped up the tournament with a 77-59 victory over Wasatch on Dec. 12. Woods Cross had 23 points in the first quarter alone and led 39-28 at halftime. Keegan Phung was the leading scorer with 26 points (he also had six rebounds and four assists), but Jaxon Smith had an eye-opening seven three-pointers on

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Bountiful’s Austin Cooper (2) skies over Juan Diego’s Matt Rohden during the Braves’ battle with the Bulldogs. Photo by Roger V. Tuttle

his way to 25 points. After playing at Ridgeline on Tuesday, the Wildcats will head to East to play the Leopards this Thursday. Woods Cross also hosts Clearfield on Friday. Viewmont The Wildcats had a busy week, and it ended on a good note. It began with a heartbreaking two-point loss at West Jordan on Dec. 7, 46-44. The Vikings were up 40-34 heading into the final six minutes but couldn’t hold on. West Jordan shot 16 more free throws than Viewmont, which was led in scoring by Garret Tietjen, who tallied 14 points. The Vikings then lost a pair of games at the American Fork Elite 8 Tournament, first to host American Fork 82-56 on Dec. 10, and then to Dixie 73-60 the following day. But the Vikings improved to 2-3 with a 53-43 victory over Hurricane on Dec. 12. Viewmont held Hurricane to 33% shooting and hit 90% from the foul line. Brash

Emery filled the stat sheet with 17 points, six rebounds and three assists. Wil Schultz and Dawson Kearns each had 10 points. Viewmont took on Hillcrest at home this Thursday for a chance to even its record. Bountiful The Braves weren’t able to pick up a win in either of their two games a week ago. Bountiful enters this week’s slate of games against Davis (Dec. 15) and Judge (Dec. 16) with a 1-4 record. Bountiful lost to Juan Diego 60-50 on Dec. 9. Robert Whaley did his part, pouring in 21 points and collecting 11 rebounds. Austin Cooper had 17 points, four rebounds and six assists. On Dec. 11, Bountiful lost to Lehi 71-56. A tough second quarter in which the Braves were outscored 20-6 proved detrimental. It spoiled a tremendous game from Whaley, who had 28 points, 14 rebounds and five assists. Cooper had 13 points and a pair of steals in the loss. l

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Davis High captain is an inspiration to teammates By Catherine Garrett | c.garrett@mycityjournals.com

Davis High swimmer Lance Gillespie, who has Down Syndrome, is one of the Darts captains this season. (Photo courtesy Nancy Gillespie)

AYSVILLE—Davis High senior Lance Gillespie loves “everything” about participating as a member of the Darts swim team and this year he was thrilled to be voted as a team captain. Lance provides additional inspiration for his teammates as the 18-yearold, who has been swimming in the DHS program for the past three years, has Down Syndrome. “Lance is in charge of team spirit which we really need right now because of COVID,” DHS head coach Kit Barker said. “If someone is feeling down, Lance will go over and try to cheer them up – whether it is saying something funny or pretending to steal their towel. You can’t help but smile when Lance is around.” “Lance is very sweet and funny,” swimmer Stephen Simmons said. “He gets sarcasm and dishes it out too which is always lots of fun.” “He is the leader of our morale and is so good for our team spirit,” swimmer Luke Deller said. Lance, the youngest of four children of Barry and Nancy Gillespie of

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Kaysville, began swimming when he was taught by a private instructor in Reno, Nev. during respite care when he was 5 years old. “When he was little, Lance would jump in off the dock a hundred times and make big splashes,” his mom Nancy Gillespie said. “Swimming comes easier for him than other physical activities.” When his family moved to Utah, he continued swimming with the Layton Surfers and in Special Olympics for years. “Lance has more gold medals than we can count, including winning the 2019 state championship in the backstroke,” Nancy Gillespie said. “He loves winning and getting the gold medal, but he doesn’t like things hanging on his neck so as soon as the pictures are taken on the medal stand, he takes the medal off.” The two-time winner of DHS swimming’s “Most Spirit” Award swims the 50 freestyle, the 100 free and the 100 backstroke events for Davis High. “When he swims, the whole crowd will zone in on him and both sides get really excited for him,” Nancy Gillespie said. “It’s really high energy when Lance is in the race and it’s so loud,”

Deller said. “He definitely gets the most cheers.” “I hear the cheering and it makes me want to swim faster,” Lance said. Nancy Gillespie said the experience with the Darts swim program has been so positive for her son who is “very social and loves being with his peers. Coach Barker talks about including everybody and having a place for everybody and they truly have all been very accepting and inclusive of Lance and have made a place for him. As a parent, I can’t produce that team. They are giving him something I can’t give him. It is awesome.” An added bonus for the Gillespies is the independence this has given Lance. “He gets his swimming stuff ready, he gets himself a ride and he’s fine when we’re not there. He doesn’t even text me,” his mom said. For Deller and his teammates, the last three years with Lance have provided them with a welcome outlook. “He helps us with our perspective all the time,” Deller said. “Most of us take swimming way too seriously at times and he keeps us remembering that it’s still fun as well.” “He is one amazing kid,” Barker said. l

Athletes of the Week

Continuing a great tradition of honoring prep athletes, the Davis Journal is partnering with Mountain Orthopaedics of Bountiful for our Athletes of the Week contest. Winners were chosen by our Journal sportswriters with input from local coaches. Our male athlete of the week is Davis swimmer Sam Carlson, who set two school records in the Darts’ win over Weber. He swam the 50 freestyle in 21.62, besting Max Deller's 2018 record of 21.94. He also had a 54.50 in the 100 backstroke which took down Sam Bryson's nine-year-old record of 55.31 in the event. He was also part of the 400 free relay team that beat the Box Elder pool record by more than a second on Dec. 10. Other male nominees were basketball players Robert Whaley of Bountiful, Brash Emery of Viewmont, Jaxon Smith of Woods Cross, Collin Chandler of Farmington and Chance Trujillo of Davis. Our female athlete of the week is Farmington basketball star Delaney Baker, who scored 25 points in wins over Olympus and Brighton for the undefeated Phoenix. Other female nominees were Davis basketball player Kylee Mabry, and Viewmont basketball player Grace Mackay.

Congratulations to all of these athletes.

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Girls basketball teams finish up second week of play By Catherine Garrett | c.garrett@mycityjournals.com

armington defeated Olympus and Brighton this past week while Viewmont picked up wins over Payson and Northridge and Davis beat Woods Cross. Bountiful went 1-1 with a win over Ogden and an overtime loss to Highland, the defending state champions. Woods Cross is still looking for its first win of the season through three games.

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Davis defeated Woods Cross 39-20 Dec. 10. The Darts were down by three after the first quarter but were able to put 10 points up in the second to lead 1512 by halftime. Davis held the Wildcats to just eight points in the second half – while scoring 24 points – in the big win. “We didn’t play a very good first quarter, but eventually our defense kicked it up a notch which gave us more energy and fueled our offense,” head coach Anne Jones said. “Woods Cross was playing tough defense and made us get out of our comfort zone so it was a good learning experience. We are excited to continue to work hard every day and get better.” Kylee Mabry had 10 points, aided by Phoebe Arnold (nine points) and Callie Tolman (eight).

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Bountiful defeated Ogden 61-40 Dec. 8. The Braves led early and built a 32-21 halftime advantage. A 29-point second half put away the game. “Jordyn and Emrie led us in scoring. We are getting better, but it shows we have only had a short time to get ready,” head coach Joel Burton said. “Riley Johnson and Hailey Fouts are doing a good job at building team and helping us come together.” Jordyn Harvey put in 18 points while Emrie Satuala added 16. Against Timpview Dec. 11, Bountiful lost 58-55. The teams battled pretty evenly through much of the game as the Braves were down six points at half and then cut the lead to three entering the fourth quarter where both teams scored 18 points each. “That was a tough one,” Burton said. “Our effort was good, but we need to clean a few things up.” Satuala had a 22-point effort while McConkie added 11 in the loss.

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Dec. 8. The Vikings came out strong early and were up 15-8 after the first quarter and then 35-23 at the break. They were shut out in the third quarter while the Rams scored seven and managed just 10 points the rest of the way in the threepoint loss. “We lost in overtime to the defending state champs,” head coach Roger Farnsworth said. Grace Mackay scored nine points, grabbed six rebounds and had 10 steals and four assists to lead Viewmont. Lauren Weir was also big on the boards with nine rebounds while also scoring seven points in the loss. Against Payson Dec. 10, the Vikings won 43-23, going up 12-7 early and 21-15 at halftime. A 13 to 3 third quarter extended Viewmont’s lead and they finished off the 20-point win with nine more points in the fourth. “We played great defense and continue to get better,” Farnsworth said. Mackay and Kalee Smith both scored 10 points to lead the Vikings. Against Northridge Dec. 11, Viewmont battled back from a five-point deficit after the first quarter to take a four-point lead by halftime. A 22-point second half widened the gap for the Vikings in a 39-30 win. “We had great defense again,” Farnsworth said. “But, we also had poor shooting again.” Weir led the way with 10 points.

Woods Cross

Woods Cross lost to Weber 34-16 Dec. 8. After an even first quarter with the game knotted at 10-all, the Wildcats managed just one bucket in each quarter the rest of the way in the 18-point loss. “It was a real struggle to make shots,” head coach David Simon said. “We played hard, as we always do but our shots were just not falling. We continue to defend well and the girls are starting to apply the things that we are working on in practice. I am very happy with that.” Annie Michaelis had eight points. Against Davis Dec. 10, Woods Cross lost by 19 points in a game where the Wildcats struggled offensively. “In all three of our games so far this year, we have gotten off to a good start,” Simon said. “The further we get into the games the harder it has become to score. We are working to get better each day.

Viewmont’s Kaisley Larsen (5) picks up the loose ball caused by the tight defense of teammate Emma Lindsey of Northridge’s Kaylee Hess, on the floor. Photo by Roger V. Tuttle

The girls are playing hard, but we are just having a hard time putting the ball in the basket right now.” Michaelis, Cowley and Sofia Mokofisi had four points each.

Farmington

Farmington defeated Olympus 5738 Dec. 8, dominating the first half to lead by 23 points at the break which proved to be the difference in the game. “We held Olympus to just four points at halftime, leading them 27 to 4,” head coach Van Price said. Delaney Baker led the way with 15 points while Haley McFarland had a double double with 10 points and 11 rebounds. Valerie Kunzler also scored in double figures with 12 points. Against Brighton Dec. 9, Farmington came out strong on both sides of the floor and were up 27-10 at the break. A 38-point second half was no match for Brighton’s 19 points in the 34-point win. “We started out by holding them scoreless in the first quarter and taking a 15-0 lead,” Price said. Ferrell and Baker combined for 23 points to lead the Phoenix. Warenski pulled down 13 rebounds to lead defensively. l

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Two BHS VB players – and best friends – sign with same college By Catherine Garrett | c.garrett@mycityjournals.com

BOUNTIFUL—Bountiful High volleyball players Brooklyn Wiggins and Catie Kukta have both signed with Peru State (Nebraska) to continue playing the sport at the next level. The pair were members of the Braves team that recently placed third in the 5A state tournament after a 12-3 season. “We are happy to welcome Catie and Brooklyn into our Bobcat family,” State head coach Laurie Felderman said. “These ladies have great work ethic on and off the court, and their positive dispositions will lead them to be great teammates. I can’t wait to see them grow through the next four years!” “We are excited for Catie and Brooklyn to continue their volleyball careers at Peru State and wish them the best in this new adventure,” head coach Sarah Chism said. “It is always special for us to have Bountiful volleyball players be able to move on and continue both their athletic opportunities as well as their academic successes. We are grateful for their dedication to our program as well as their contributions and examples as outstanding student athletes at Bountiful High School.” “Signing with Peru was a dream. It was amazing because it felt like all that hard work finally paid off!” Wiggins said. “I have always wanted to play with my best friend throughout college, but I didn’t imagine it like this. This is a dream come true. It may not be easy, or 100% wish-fulfilling, but I know we will learn and grow together.” “It’s a dream come true to be able to go to college and play the sport I love while earning a scholarship to help pay for school,” Kukta said. Wiggins, daughter of Brian and Sheena Wiggins of Bountiful, began playing volleyball in middle school after

Bountiful High volleyballers Brooklyn Wiggins, left, and Catie Kukta signed with Peru State (Nebraska) to play for the Bobcats next fall. Photo courtesy of Catie Kukta

dancing for 10 years and “realizing I wasn’t very good.” She set out to find something she was good at and tried the sport. “I loved the idea of throwing your body everywhere in order to keep the ball up, so I was attracted to volleyball,” she said. She didn’t make her junior high team one year, but worked hard and became the team captain for the same program the very next season. The 5’4” libero and defensive specialist was also a captain as part of the Bountiful High volleyball team and led off the court in the classroom as an excellent student. Wiggins said she is grateful for all that volleyball has taught her about being part of a team. “I’ve learned that you don’t need to always be so

strong on your own, you need people. You don’t always have to be a solo act through this,” she said. “It’s taught me what it’s like to want to work for the people around you. I’ve also learned who I am as an individual and as a team player.” Peru State showed significant interest in Wiggins and after visiting the campus in Nebraska, she chose to take her talents to the Bobcat program. Kukta, daughter of Andy and Heidi Kukta of North Salt Lake, started playing volleyball when she was 13 years old after competing in dance. She captained several club teams to high finishes in various tournaments with Club V and also qualified for nationals twice in beach volleyball. “I enjoy the competition of volleyball and you get to know your team and rely on each other to do their job the best they can,” she said. The private lessons and non-mandatory trainings she has participated in have helped the 5’10” setter and right side hitter accelerate her growth in the sport to compete at a high level. Along the way, Kukta said she has learned how to be a team player, work hard and accept wins and losses. Kukta was drawn to Peru State because of Feldman and her assistant coaches who had already been very responsive to her before her campus visit. When she saw the program in person, she felt like they truly wanted her on their team and would help her succeed in volleyball and the classroom. And now, the best friends and teammates get to continue their friendship on and off the court for the next four years. l

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Answers 1. 2 tablespoons 2. “Rebecca” 3. Wellington 4. 2007 5. Vera 6. Joe Namath 7. A jenny 8. Night blindness 9. “Let’s Go Crazy” by Prince 10. Xanadu

1. MEASUREMENTS: How many tablespoons are in 1 fluid ounce? 2. LITERATURE: Which famous gothic novel features the beginning sentence, “Last night I dreamt I went to Manderley again”? 3. GEOGRAPHY: What is the capital of New Zealand? 4. BUSINESS: When was the first iPhone released? 5. TELEVISION: What was the name of Norm Peterson’s unseen wife in the sitcom “Cheers”? 6. PERSONALITIES: Which former pro football player earned the nickname “Broadway Joe”? 7. ANIMAL KINGDOM: What is a female donkey called? 8. MEDICAL: A deficiency of vitamin A causes what condition? 9. MUSIC: Which 1980s pop hit starts with the line, “Dearly beloved, we have gathered here today to get through this thing called life”? 10. MOVIES: What was the name of Charles Foster Kane’s estate in “Citizen Kane”?

1. MEASUREMENTS: How many tablespoons are in 1 fluid ounce?December Posting Date 2. LITERATURE: Which famous gothic novel features the beginning sentence, “Last night I dreamt I went to Manderley again”? 1. MEASUREMENTS: How many 3. GEOGRAPHY: What is the capital tablespoons are in 1 fluid ounce? of New Zealand? 2. LITERATURE: Which famous 4. BUSINESS: When was the first iPhone released? gothic novel features the beginning 5. TELEVISION: What was the name sentence, “Last night I dreamt I went to of Norm Peterson’s unseen wife in the Manderley again”? sitcom “Cheers”? 3. GEOGRAPHY: What is the capital 6. PERSONALITIES: Which former of New Zealand? pro football player earned the nickname 4. BUSINESS: When was the first “Broadway Joe”? 7. ANIMAL KINGDOM: What is a iPhone released? female donkey called? 5. TELEVISION: What was the name 8. MEDICAL: A deficiency of vitamin of Norm Peterson’s unseen wife in the A causes what condition? sitcom “Cheers”? 9. MUSIC: Which 1980s pop hit starts 6. PERSONALITIES: Which former with the line, “Dearly beloved, we have gathered here today to get through this pro football player earned the nickname thing called life”? “Broadway Joe”? 7. ANIMAL KINGDOM: What is 10. a MOVIES: What was the name of Charles Foster Kane’s estate in “Citizen female donkey called? Kane”?

Answers 1. 2 tablespoons 2. “Rebecca” 3. Wellington 4. 2007 5. Vera 6. Joe Namath 7. A jenny 8. Night blindness 9. “Let’s Go Crazy” by Prince 10. Xanadu

3. Wellington 4. 2007 5. Vera 6. Joe Namath 7. A jenny 8. Night blindness 9. “Let’s Go Crazy” by Prince 10. Xanadu

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When will Alex Trebek’s final episodes of the game show “Jeopardy” air? I want to make sure I don’t miss them. — C.K. Alex Trebek passed away from pancreatic cancer in early November, but he forged ahead during his struggle with the disease and filmed many episodes of the syndicated game show.

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From Dec. 21-28, “Jeopardy” will air 10 of its most classic episodes. The following week, beginning Jan. 4, 2021, viewers will get to see Trebek’s final new episodes. Then starting Jan. 11, Ken Jennings, one the show’s greatest champions, will guest host. Other hosts will step in shortly thereafter, but the names have yet to be announced. Whatever happened to Rachel Griffiths from “Six Feet Under”? I was watching reruns of the series on HBO and realized I haven’t seen her in anything since, which surprises me because she’s a really fantastic actress. — B.M. Australian actress Rachel Griffiths first gained attention in the mid-’90s in the independent film “Muriel’s Wedding” opposite another breakout star from Down Under, Toni Collette. In 2001, she was cast in the critically acclaimed “Six

Feet Under,” about a family who runs a funeral home. After its run, Griffiths landed another successful series, “Brothers & Sisters,” opposite Calista Flockhart. Since then she’s been working steadily, just not in series that have lasted more than one season. Things could be changing though. She’s now starring in “Total Control,” a new series on the SundanceNow streaming service, playing an Australian prime minister who drafts an indigenous woman (played by Deborah Mailman) into the senate. The show has won several AACTA (Australian Academy of Cinema and Television Awards) honors. I know the last thing most people want is to pay for another monthly steaming service, but the good news is that SundanceNow is less than $7 a month. I was so sad to hear about the death of the actor who played Squiggy on “Laverne & Shirley.” I know

“Laverne” passed too, but are “Shirley” and “Lenny” still alive? — T.T. Yes, sadly, David L. Lander, passed away this month at the age of 73 due to complications from his long battle with multiple sclerosis. He played the hilariously bothersome Squiggy on the classic sitcom "Laverne & Shirley" from 1976 to 1983. Penny Marshall (Laverne) passed two years ago at the age of 75 from complications from diabetes. Cindy Williams (Shirley) and Michael McKean (Lenny) are, thankfully, still with us and are still gainfully employed in Hollywood. Send me your questions at NewCelebrityExtra@gmail.com, or write me at KFWS, 628 Virginia Drive, Orlando, FL 32803.

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he health benefits of cranberries, combined with their unique taste, versatility and ease of use, make them a wise fruit choice not only during the holidays, but year round. Since the peak harvest season is October through December, cranberries are used most often during the holidays, and once purchased, fresh cranberries can be stored in the refrigerator crisper for up to four weeks. They also freeze well and will last almost a year in air-tight freezer bags. Cranberry juice, sauce and dried cranberries can be found in grocery stores year round. Because cranberries contain such high amounts of vitamin C, early sailors took them on long journeys to prevent scurvy. Cranberries also contain antioxidants and bacteria-blocking compounds that help prevent urinary tract infections, ulcers and gum disease. Cranberry juice is the most common form of its use. During the holiday season, cranberries can be found in stuffing, dressing, relishes, and of course, cranberry sauce. Consider these tips on cranberry selection and use. * Choose fresh cranberries that are full, plump, firm and dark red or yellowish-red. Avoid cranberries that look bruised or shriveled.

* Before use, rinse fresh or frozen cranberries and discard any that are damaged. It is not necessary to rinse before freezing, and there is also no need to clean dried cranberries. * When cooking, heat cranberries just until they pop. Further cooking will result in a more bitter taste. Raw cranberries are tart, but using them fresh or dried adds color and nutrition to recipes. * Cranberries are versatile and can be combined with many other flavors. Try mixing cranberry juice with other juices such as apple, orange or grape. Dried cranberries can be used in place of raisins, added to nuts, granola or oatmeal. Fresh or dried cranberries work well in quick breads such as muffins and in sweet breads and yeast breads. For a color and flavor mix up, try adding fresh or cooked cranberries to green salads, roasted vegetable medleys, fruit salads, whole grain bowls or to sauces or meat marinades. Fresh cranberries can be preserved and used to make such novel canned items as spicy cranberry salsa and cranberry orange chutney. They can also be dehydrated at home. For cranberry recipes and more information, visit http://livewellutah.org/2014/10/27/everything-cranberries-fun-ways-to-use-cranberries/. l

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Burkes celebrate 60th anniversary Doug and Marie Burke are celebrating 60 years of marriage on Dec. 28. They ran out of gas on their way to the Logan Temple, at about 5:30 a.m. on that dark, cold, crisp morn. Marie’s father was not well pleased, as he had to get out in the snow, and manually push them back to the highway by Ballard Springs (Providence), wearing his new shoes and new suit. Then he had to push Doug’s old clunker with his brand new car, bumper to bumper, to Logan. The only gas station that was open at such an early hour was located uphill, on Center Street and Main. Marie’s dad, Reed, then asked Doug with utmost disgust if he had any money. Doug replied very rapidly that he had $2. He bought two dollars worth of gas, which was about eight gallons. Then up the hill they went and were married and lived happily ever after. They were blessed with four children – Suzanne, Steven, David and Jennifer. They have 23 grandchildren and 11 great grandchildren, and another to be born in the springtime. After living in Logan, Utah; Alhambra, California; Twin Falls, Idaho; and Salt Lake City, they built a home in Bountiful and have lived there over four decades. Marie has surprised Doug by taking out walls of their house a few times. He would come home from work and Marie would have a wall half broken out, and he would say, “Why can’t I just come home and read the paper like other guys!” They love to travel and have vacationed in about 50 countries, some of them 10 times each. They served as missionaries at Historic Temple Square, and were leaders over the group “C.” Doug and Marie are still best friends!

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