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NEWS BREAK Flores convicted of murdering college student Kristin Smart in 1996
The last man seen with Kristin Smart was convicted Tuesday of killing the college freshman, who vanished from a California campus more than 25 years ago. Jurors unanimously found Paul Flores guilty of first-degree murder. Smart disappeared from California Polytechnic State University on the state’s scenic central coast over Memorial Day weekend in 1996. Her remains have never been found.
Runners honor Raleigh shooting victim by finishing her last run
Morgan Maze is finally here! By Ethan Hoffmann
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hen citizens heard rumors about a corn maze in Morgan, you could almost feel the excitement in the air! The concept of puzzles, especially tangible ones, has always intrigued the human mind. The Morgan Maze is an eighteen-acre corn maze featuring over seven miles of trail. The maze itself is divided into a small, a medium, and a large maze; appealing to people of all skill levels, ages, and most importantly, their amount of patience! It is easy to become lost in the winding trails, and
even more frustratingly, find yourself back where you started. This maze, grown, cut, and cared for by the Clark family, is not for the faint of heart! The Morgan Maze was just the thing citizens were waiting for this fall season. This event has something for everyone: a giant light-up slide, a straw pyramid to climb on, a petting zoo, corn pits and a playground for little ones to play in, a kiddie train ride, a pumpkin patch, a haunted trail, and of course– the mazes. The maze is open Thursday from 5:00-10:00 p.m., Friday from 5:00-11:00 p.m., and Saturday from
11:00 a.m. - 11:00 p.m.. Food trucks are also available exclusively on weekends. Additionally, hours were extended this/ last week during fall break. The maze officially opened on September 22 and will be closing on October 29, so don’t miss out on the fun!The maze is right off Interstate 84 exit 103 in Morgan Valley. It is located on the Clark family’s dairy farm at 560 N. Industrial Drive. Follow the road between Bingham’s Custom Meats and Ridley’s and it will lead you right to it.
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Retiring Sheriff Blaine Breshears reflects on 26 years of service to Morgan County Olivia Rees
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fter 26 years in law enforcement, Sheriff Blaine Breshears is passing on the torch and retiring at the end of this year. “My job description is unique because it is dictated by state law,” shares Breshears. “Our responsibilities include protecting and enforcing the laws of the state within our county as well as ensuring safety in the community by enforcing these laws. I am not perfect by all means, but I feel I have upheld the constitution and community members’ constitutional rights. I tried to instill into the sheriff’s office employees to be fair, firm, and consistent. I feel integrity is crucial to success, and without it, you don’t have much.” Of a high caliber character, Breshears says, “There is a quote displayed in my office that I have tried to live by, ‘Do
the right thing at the right time for the right reasons.’” After graduating from Morgan High School, he served a mission to Ventura, California, and, shortly after his return, fell in love with a Pentz girl from Croydon named Shasta. The two married, and together they have five amazing children and two beautiful grandchildren. Breshears loves to be with his family fishing, boating, hunting, etc. “I had a good friend whom I looked up to and admired who was a Highway Patrolman, and from an early age, law enforcement piqued my interest. I couldn’t get the thought off of my mind, so I put it to rest by joining the police academy in 1994. I enjoy helping and serving others. I take great pride in our little Morgan community,
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Just over 5 miles into her Thursday evening run along the familiar Neuse River Greenway, Raleigh mother of three Susan Karnatz was fatally shot by a 15-year-old boy whose shooting rampage killed five people, wounded two and frightened hundreds more in surrounding neighborhoods. Karnatz died 1.9 miles short of her 7-mile goal for the day she was killed. Now, runners across the globe are finishing the final leg of the run the 49-year-old never got to complete. Organizing under the hashtag #RunforSue, hundreds of runners are sharing photos of their routes to mark the distance she covered or 7 miles (11.2 kilometers) to match her goal – on Twitter, Facebook and Instagram to show the Karnatz family how many people she inspired. Content credit of NPR news
23 contact lenses removed from patient’s eye
A woman in Newport Beach, California saw an ophthalmologist about pain and discomfort in her eye. As the doctor examined beneath her eyelid, he was shocked to find a large clump of contact lenses—eventually totaling 23—from her eye. The patient, a senior who had worn contacts for over 30 years, was surprised to realize she had forgotten to remove her previous contacts before placing new ones in her eye for nearly a month. The doctor explained that becoming desensitized to contacts over time is common, but he had never seen anything like this incident.
Link between hair products and uterine cancer
A recent study has established a doubled risk for uterine cancers among users of hair-straightening products. Previous studies had linked the use of such products to an increased risk of a number of types of cancer, but this study suggests a striking doubling of uterine cancer risk for users. The exact nature of the link between cancers and the chemicals used in hair straightening has not yet been determined, though the increased risk is clear.
BRESHEARS from page 1 and I have a strong desire to keep our community a safe place to live and a great place to raise a family. The politics that come with the position can often be taxing on one’s emotional and mental wellbeing. My most favorite part about the job is being able to assist the community and be close to home,” said Breshears. Breshears graduated with honors from Weber State University Police Academy, and shortly thereafter, joined the force at Morgan County Sheriff’s Office. Blaine has served the community for over 26 years as: sheriff’s deputy, sergeant, corporal, school resource officer, and sheriff for the last 12 years. While reminiscing, Blaine recalls his most rewarding experience was during the time he spent at the schools - as the school resource officer - teaching D.A.R.E. and interacting with the students. The youth have always held a special place in Blaine’s heart. Breshears originally ran for sheriff explaining, “I saw potential in the sheriff’s office, and I had a strong desire to see it rise to that potential by creating a community friendly office built upon trust where deputies don’t just work for the county; we become part of the community.” Being in law enforcement had given Breshears a fair share of experiences both humorous and frightening. Breshears shared, “Early in my law enforcement career, I was employed as a park ranger for East Canyon. I pulled a Ford mustang convertible over for reckless driving. As I approached the vehicle, the driver sped off at a high rate of speed. The driver was unable to navigate the sharp turns and, as a result, flew into East Canyon Reservoir. Luckily, the occupants were rescued after a good swim. Several weeks later, I spotted the vehicle (which we later learned was stolen), poking up in the reservoir. That incident was quite the adrenal rush for me.” Over the course of Breshears’ 26-year career in law enforcement, he says, “I have witnessed the worst of the worst and the best of the best where I saw community members step up and rush to aid another. Some you could consider scary – like a burglary in progress with weapons involved to alarms in the middle of the night to an individual saying if they had a gun, they would try to kill me and the job duty that every deputy dreads…informing individuals that their loved ones passed away.” Once citing an individual for breaking the law, Breshears' wife, Shasta, unknowingly, loaned the defendant money to pay his fine when the judge ordered the defendant to pay the fine in full or go to jail. “I was not too happy when I learned my wife helped pay the fine of an individual I cited. Another other story was when I was looking for some individuals
that had abandoned a vehicle. Unfortunately, I was unable to find them as they had disappeared - only learning later my wife had given them a ride to their destination – without knowing I was looking for them.” Keeping Breshears laughing is a time when his little daughter, McKinlee, who was four years old at the time, called 911 because she wanted her daddy to come home from work. Breshears still remembers when dispatch came across the radio on that one. Along the way, he has learned that things do not always go as planned and things are not always cut and dry. So many surprises greet you along the way. “I have learned that one’s actions have a ripple effect on so many,” commented Breshears. “I tried my best to create a positive ripple effect in hopes it would strengthen not only the sheriff’s office but the community as a whole.” As the sheriff in a small community, it has been difficult to separate the position from his personal life. Doing the best he can, it is still a struggle to separate the two. Breshears has had to assist his deputies on calls even when his family was present and at times was worried for the safety of his family. Breshears asserts, “My family has been a great source of support in a difficult and demanding position.” Breshears loves living in Morgan for the same reason everyone else loves to live here: it is a beautiful place that is filled with people who are genuine and kind. “I witnessed this genuine care and concern by the wonderful citizens of our Morgan community first hand when I was faced with some health challenges. I was in awe at the overwhelming support, love and kindness shown to me and my family during
Meet local author Erin Mindes
By Verlene Johnson
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rin Mindes has enjoyed writing stories and drawing pictures for her grandparents since she was a child. As a teenager, writing in a journal became a good outlet for her. It wasn’t until her last year of college, when she took a Creative Writing class, that she felt a major pull toward writing. It would still be several years before she made it a reality. In 2011, after her third child was born, Mindes, wrote her first book “MISSY MOO.” “After that I believed that I could be a writer and began to spend more time at it and wrote a novel,” she said. Mindes self-published her children’s picture book “Missy Moo: SURFING ADVENTURE,” and “Craterface Cate,” a young adult novel, in 2019. In addition, she self-published “The Lifting Balloons,” which was a
finalist in the 2020 International Book Awards in the Children’s Mind/Body/ Spirit category, along with three Young Adult Novels, and a few short stories published in Antholgies. Last year her picture book, “Babe the Ballerina Dog” was published by Lawley Publishing. “I love writing fiction for children and teens,” commented Mindes. “My young adult books tend to be contemporary with a hint of magical realism. I also write because I get tired of the scenes playing over and over in my head.” Inspiration can come from so many different places for Mindes. Each story she has written came from a specific inspiration. “My friend inspired “The Lifting Balloons” after she lost her daughter. But a high school experience I had inspired “Boxes and Besos.”” “Writing is an important skill. It’s how we are able to have and keep important records and stories from long ago,” said Mindes. “The best thing for a
a most difficult time. Our Morgan community has a reputation for coming together whenever tragedy or trials strike to show support for its members. This kind of character is what makes our community unique.” Facing a battle with cancer, the way the community rallied around him is something he and his family will never forget because it provided him the strength and the courage to press on. Retiring felt like the best decision and “unfortunately, my health was a contributor to my decision. I feel it is time for another community member to have the same privilege I have enjoyed by serving in this great county.” His last day will be Jan. 4, 2023. Breshears shared what he will be doing in retirement, “My wife, Shasta, has a lengthy list of honey do’s that is quite dusty and needs attention. I cannot wait to spend every free moment enjoying my grandchildren and spending time with my family and fulfilling all of the items on my bucket list.” “I would like the residents of Morgan County to continue to keep this phenomenal community a strong, cohesive place where residents look out for one another and are the first to step up and help when the need arises,” concluded Breshears. “I encourage the residents to stay involved. The residents will dictate the future of this community. It has been an honor for me to serve as the sheriff of Morgan County for the past twelve years. The residents are the ones who have made this community what it is today. Be the change you want to see. Don’t always come forward with a problem; come with a solution to that problem. Continue to look out for one another and support each other as you have done over the years.” l
writer to do is to write. Practice writing by writing and the second-best thing to do is to read. Once you have the words out of your head, then you can learn and improve by revising what you have. But keep writing! Write the stories you want to write.” Mindes graduated from Northern Arizona University with a Bachelor’s degree in English. She became more serious about writing, when she got involved with a critique group and attended several writing conferences and workshops. “Over the last eight years, I’ve also been on writing conference committees, helping organize and run writing contests,” said Mindes. Mindes has been married to her husband Michael for 19 years. Together they have four children. When they moved to Morgan 9.5 years ago, from Tucson, Arizona, Michael was publishing board games but has since returned to being a Financial Advisor. Mindes commented on how much they love the
community here in Morgan. More information can be found on Mindes website: authorerinmindes.wixsite.com/author-erin-mindes; Instagram: @authorerinmindes; Email: authorerinmindes@gmail.com.l
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MAZE from page 1 The Clark family farm in Morgan, Utah has been in operation for over one hundred years. The dairy began in the 1940s and has been in the family for four generations. With a focus on family, Bruce and Jennifer Clark have run the dairy farm since 2000 and have raised their son and five daughters on the dairy. The Clark family has been hosting groups at the dairy farm since the 1970s. What started as a 4-H project soon grew into elementary school field trips and 4-H camps. “We are very
excited to add the corn maze to our repertoire,” said Jennifer. “It has been a fun experience for us, as well as our customers so far!” The Clarks have hosted thousands of kids at the dairy over the years, and have a passion for teaching them about milk’s journey from the farm to the grocery store. The Morgan Maze was born from the Clark's desire to diversify their operations and try something new. “We have tip-toed out of our milking boots for a short time to take a dip into the world of corn mazes,” commented Jennifer. “In doing so, we continue to share our love of farming with the community.” The maze
design was created by a cartoonist who designs corn mazes all over America. The central feature of the maze is their dairy logo–which has a cow poking its head out of a barn holding a glass of milk. The Morgan Maze is a newly-born tradition as of 2022 and it has been organized by locals Bruce and Jennifer Clark, and their son Ethan and his wife Carlee. “We wanted to offer a fun activity in our community for families to enjoy,” said Jenniffer Clark. “Our goal is to help people make a connection to agriculture in Morgan and to promote
family togetherness and the enjoyment of the outdoors.” As mentioned previously, this is the first year the Clark family has offered this new attraction, but they plan to make it an annual event. To learn more about the Morgan Maze, visit themorganmaze.com. You can also find more information on Instagram and Facebook. For those who are interested in the festivities, take the short drive through the canyon and escape the city. Come to the country, breathe in the mountain air, and create family memories at the Morgan Maze! l
Man's Party) and Zeb Murphy (Batman: Sins of the Past) comes a deeply emotional, terrifying new exploration of what John Carpenter and Debra Hill created nearly 45 years ago. Casting took place in the spring of 2022 with production beginning in the summer of 2023.. The Shape of Halloween is a fan film made purely for fun. It is not intended to compete with any past, present, or future productions from Universal Pictures or Blumhouse. “The Shape of Halloween is merely a nonprofit love letter to the franchise that has entertained millions over the past 40 years,” says Bishop. Austin Barlow, a member of the staff at Hinds, was offered a special opportunity to be part of the movie’s cast. “It was a pretty cool experience being at the right place at the right time,” said Barlow. “Cinema is what I’m going into as a career, so being able to see what happens behind the scenes for bigger productions was a great learning experience for me.” Barlow was able to give a little more insight on the production, based on what he heard the night the studio came. “I’ll never forget,” said Barlow. “It was July 9.” The Shape of Halloween is a Michael Myers horror film spin-off. The studio isn’t a mass media company like Disney or Sony, but they have a lot of expensive props and equipment. Barlow estimated that the cost of the entire film is around $75,000 to $250,000, including equipment costs. You can follow the 2022 production on Instagram and Facebook using the #theshapeofhalloween, and these links:
Facebook.com/shapeofhalloween Facebook.com/therealbrettjamesbishop Instagram.com/shapeofhalloween Instagram.com/therealbrettjamesbishop Dalynn Patterson, one of the owners of Hinds, couldn’t stress enough the concern that the community showed through social media that first week.
She said that multiple people reached out to Hinds to make sure they were okay and to ask if they needed help. Interestingly enough, some even thought that Hinds had been robbed. Patterson, her husband Gary, and the other owners of Hinds are all very excited for this rare opportunity for their business to be used briefly as a set for a new movie. l
Horror movie filmed at Hinds Country Store
By Ethan Hoffmann
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t would seem that Halloween has come early this year. Recently Hinds Country Store, a gas station located at 4275 N. 3800 W., Morgan, Utah, was approached by a small studio interested in using their location for filming. The studio’s vision was to create “The Shape of Halloween,” a Halloween fan film. The movie is being directed by Brett James Bishop who personally invited fans to “Be part of the brave and terrifying new vision of Michael Myers and the Halloween mythology!” The assistant director is Kayden C. The official preview and concept teaser can be viewed by visiting the website below (Indiegogo): https://www.indiegogo.com/projects/the-shape-of-halloween-a-halloween-fan-film#/ “The Shape of Halloween” is a fan film that is going into production in 2022 from writer/director Brett James Bishop. The film is starring, Derek Ritchie as Michael Myers/The Shape, Anthony Guerra as Dr. Samuel Loomis and Tanya Price as Pamela Strode. Follow the progress of the production and experience the thrilling new take on the Michael Myers mythology. There is no release date yet, so keep your eyes peeled. This brave new film explores the depths of what started within the 1978 original while also bringing the legend into present day. From Producers Brett James Bishop (Batman: Sins of the Past), Tanya Price (Christmas in Miami), Derek Ritchie (Batman: Dead
The Little Church in Peterson By Margaret Kluthe
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estled on the corner of a country road, a little brick church stands proudly as it nears its 100th birthday. A small prayer garden, planted twenty years ago, adorns the front yard where vines wind up the archway and a few fall flowers still bloom. Built in Peterson in 1929, the church is the only local LDS church from the early twentieth century still standing in Morgan County. In front, stairs and a porch open into a small vestibule which leads to the sanctuary. The original dais is still intact at the front, similar to the historic church in Echo. It is currently the home of a Christian congregation, making it also the oldest functioning church in the area. But now, its mission as a Christian community church, which began in 1983, is drawing to a close due to an aging and dwindling congregation. The Peterson church was constructed by the Harbenson Brothers of Ogden at a cost of $14,000. When opened, LDS President Herbert J. Grant dedicated the church Nov. 5, 1929, and shook hands with all members present. Many small LDS Churches were built in rural communities across Utah and the early 20th century. In Morgan County, similarly constructed, local churches were built in Mountain Green, Milton and Croydon between 1927 and 1931, but all have fallen to the wrecking ball. Fortunately, the old, stone LDS stake Center, built in the late 1800s, still stands in Morgan City, although it has gone through several renovations.
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The Peterson Church served the LDS community from 1929 to 1963, when a larger ward building opened across the river. So, the little church was sold and used as a private home and later as a pottery shop. Pottery dust covered everything when it was sold again. The Morgan Valley Christian Church congregation purchased it in 1985. Since then, it has had three pastors and seen baptisms, weddings and memorial services in addition to weekly and holiday services. Over the past decade, the congregation has shrunk and aged, making the selling of the church a necessity. Church members and many in the community hope that the little church will be preserved, perhaps as a community center. An application for historic designation is being explored, which will hopefully be pursued by new ownership, when a purchase offer has been accepted. We ask that people familiar with significant events or additional history of the church
contact the church to share their stories, either through the Morgan County Christian Church website, the MVCC Facebook page or my email, mkluthe@gmail. com. Church services will continue through the end of October. An Open House for the public is planned for October 22, at 10:30 a.m., and the last service will be October 23 at 10:30 a.m. All are welcome to attend. l
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SCHOOL MENU Morgan & Mtn Green Elementary Breakfast
Monday, Oct. 24
Mini Bread, Cereal Variety, Scrambled eggs, Peaches, Apple Wedges
Tuesday, Oct. 25
Breakfast Pizza, Cereal Variety, Applesauce, Fruit Cocktail
Wednesday, Oct. 26
French Toast Stick, Cereal Variety, Yogurt Mandarin Oranges, Orange Juice
Thursday, Oct. 27
Egg McMuffin, Cereal Variety, Peaches Apple Wedges
Friday, Oct. 28
Eggo Mini Waffles, Cereal Variety, Yogurt Oranges, Pears
Morgan & Mtn. Green Middle & HS Breakfast
Monday, Oct. 24
Scrambled eggs, Cereal Variety, Mini Bread, Peaches, Apple Wedges
Tuesday, Oct. 25
Breakfast Pizza, Cereal Variety, Applesauce, Fruit Cocktail
Wednesday, Oct. 26
French Toast Stick, Cereal Variety, Yogurt Mandarin Oranges, Orange Juice
Thursday, Oct. 27
Egg McMuffin, Cereal Variety Peaches, Apple Wedges
Friday, Oct. 28
Eggo Mini Waffles, Cereal Variety, Yogurt Oranges, Pears
Morgan & Mtn. Green Elementary Lunch
Monday, Oct. 24
Orange Chicken with Brown Rice, Broccoli Normandy, Baby Carrots, Pineapple Tidbits, Apple Juice, Fortune Cookie
Tuesday, Oct. 25
Nacho Chips, Taco Meat, Cheese Sauce Corn, Black Beans, Mandarin Oranges, Pears, Mrs. Field Choc Chip Cookie
Wednesday, Oct. 26
Chicken Fillet Patty, Wheat Roll, Country Gravy, Mashed Potatoes, Green Beans 1/2, Applesauce, Peaches, Gelatin
Thursday, Oct. 27
Cowboy Lasagna, Bread stick 1ww, Peas Glazed Carrots, Apple Wedges, Mixed Berry Cup (frozen), Ginger Snap Cookie
Friday, Oct. 28
French Toast Stick, Sausage Patty, Eggs Hashbrown Triangles, Sweet Thing Puff Orange Juice, Fruit Cocktail, Sugar Cookie
Morgan & Mtn. Green Middle Lunch
Monday, Oct. 24
Orange Chicken, Hamburger, Wheat Bun Curly Fries, Oriental Chicken Salad
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Baby Carrots, Broccoli Normandy Pineapple Tidbits, Sliced Peaches, Apples, Oranges, Snack pack Pudding, Fortune Cookie
Tuesday, Oct. 25
Chicken Fillet Patty, Country Gravy, Popcorn Chicken, Chef Salad, Wheat Roll, Mashed Potatoes, Green Beans 1/2, French Fries, Fruit Cocktail, Sliced Peaches, Apples, Oranges, Sugar Cookie Fry sauce
Wednesday, Oct. 26
Crisp Taco Shell, Taco Meat, Chicken Nuggets, Taco Salad, Baby Carrots Corn, Black Beans, Strawberry Cup Applesauce, Apples, Oranges, Pumpkin Cake
Thursday, Oct. 27
Spaghetti, Bread stick 1ww, Chicken Caesar Salad, Corn Dogs, Crinkle Cut Fries, Broccoli Florets, Peas, Applesauce Sliced Pears, Apples, Oranges, Oatmeal Cookie, Fry sauce
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odi Hansen was born and raised in Morgan, Utah, graduating from Morgan High School. She received her Bachelor's Degree in Elementary Education from Weber State University. After working for several years within Morgan School District schools, Hansen started her teaching career six years ago at Morgan Elementary School teaching second grade. She is currently in her first year of teaching fourth grade at MES. Hansen said she became a teacher because she wanted to make a difference in the lives of children. “I love watching kids learn and their faces when they understand what they have learned.” Hansen has been married to her husband Brian for 28 years in August. He is a contractor, traveling all over, building temples for The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints. Together they have two children who are both
married. Tyler and his wife Savana have a daughter, Harper, who just turned two years old. They live in Morgan. Aspen and her husband Jake recently moved to Boise, Idaho for their jobs. In her spare time, Hansen loves spending time with her family. She also loves to read and do anything outdoors. l
Friday, Oct. 28
French Toast Stick, Sausage Patty, Chicken Strips / Choice, BLT Salad, Hashbrown Triangles, Baby Carrots, Sweet potato fries, Mandarin Oranges Mixed Berry Cup (frozen), Apples Oranges, Scooby Snacks, Fry sauce
Morgan High Lunch
Monday, Oct. 24
Orange Chicken, Wheat Roll, Hamburger bun, Hamburger, Cheddar Cheese, Oriental Chicken Salad, Broccoli Normandy Baby Carrots, Celery Sticks, Curly Fries Sliced Peaches, Pineapple Tidbits, Apples, Oranges, Snack pack Pudding, Fry sauce
Tuesday, Oct. 25
Chicken Fillet Patty, Popcorn Chicken Chef Salad, Wheat Roll, Country Gravy Mashed Potatoes, Green Beans 1/2, French Fries, Fruit Cocktail, Sliced, Peaches, Apples, Oranges, Sugar Cookie Fry sauce
Wednesday, Oct. 26
Taco Shell crisp 2, Taco Meat, Chicken Nuggets, Wheat Roll, Taco Salad, Baby Carrots, Corn, Black Beans,Potato Wedg es, Strawberry Cup, Applesauce, Apples Oranges, Pumpkin Cake, Fry sauce Sour Cream
Thursday, Oct. 27
Spaghetti, Bread stick 1ww, Chicken Caesar Salad, Corn Dogs, Crinkle Cut Fries, Broccoli Florets, Peas, Applesauce Sliced Pears Apples, Oranges, Oatmeal Cookie, Fry sauce
Friday, Oct. 28
French Toast Stick, Sausage Patty, Chicken Strips / Choice, Wheat Roll, BLT Salad, Hashbrown Triangles, Baby Carrots, Mandarin Oranges, Mixed Berry Cup (frozen), Apples, Oranges, Oreo Cookies Fry sauce
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MMS starts Inaugural chapter of FBLA By Verlene Johnson School Editor
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hirty-six students from Morgan Middle School traveled to Salt Lake City on Monday, Oct. 17, to tour The Grand America Hotel and the MakeA-Wish Foundation. These students represent the Wolverines’ new Future Business Leaders of America chapter. During the tour of the hotel, students visited everything from the laundry facility to the presidential suite at The Grand America where they were able to observe a large business with several employees. With this hotel being a five-star hotel, FBLA members were able to see what kind of a place successful business people can stay at while traveling. It was pointed out to them that even if they don’t make a lot of money if they learn how to save their money and use it wisely, they can stay in places like that. To contrast the big business, the FBLA also visited Make-A-Wish Foundation where they saw a successful business that is run by few employees and volunteers. The foundation is on
track to grant 240 wishes to children throughout Utah this year. Morgan Middle School Digital Literacy teacher, Krashel Fullmer is excited to launch this inaugural chapter of FBLA. This student-led organization helps students prepare for careers in business through academic competitions, leadership development, and educational programs. Fullmer has an extensive background when it comes to FBLA dating back to the mid-1990s when she participated in FBLA as a high school student. She and four classmates went to State three years in a row to compete in the Parliamentary Procedures competition. She joined the college level of FBLA while attending Dixie College and once again competed at the State level, this time taking second place and earning an all-expenses paid trip to Orlando, Florida, to compete at the national level. As an adult, Fullmer has served as a state judge for the past five years. She has also served as a guest speaker at the state level. “This is just the beginning of many business opportunities these students will experience in their lifetime,” said
FBLA MEMBERS in the Courtyard of The Grand America Hotel
Fullmer. “My hope is that the excitement they have for business today carries with them for a long, long time.” MMS FBLA members will meet after school on the second and fourth Thursdays each month. Members will
have the opportunity to hear from local business leaders, take part in academic competitions and participate in service projects. If you are interested contact Fullmer in her classroom or email krachel.fullmer@morgansd.org. l
Mountain Green educator works with students who are blind and visually impaired By Rachel Cordeiro
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ecky Weeks and her husband Troy moved their family to the area from Layton 23 years ago; their love and appreciation not only for the beauty of the mountains, but also for the community spirit and wonderful families of this area, are what drew them to Morgan County, a place they now call home. Together, Becky and Troy have four married children, three of whom also reside in Mountain Green with their respective families, and twelve grandchildren. Although first a wife, mother, and grandmother, Becky Weeks has also devoted many years in the area of education, and more specifically in the special education field. Currently, Weeks is employed at Utah School for the Deaf and Blind, an opportunity that was presented to her by a neighbor who was aware of an opening at the school. Because her brother-in-law had a disability, Weeks had an interest in working with others who had disabilities as well; her neighbor suggested the school might be a good fit for Weeks who would work directly with students who are blind. Needless to say, Weeks was interested in the opportunity and was hired for the position. Sixteen years later, Weeks still enjoys her job and the privilege of working directly with students ages 4-22, teaching the Expanded Core Curriculum (ECC). This curriculum is a disability-specific curriculum for children with vision
impairments. Upon being hired, Weeks taught herself Braille and was trained well by the school; over the years, she’s also participated in additional training provided by the school to further her education and hone necessary skills for the role. Her duties as an educator at Utah School for the Deaf and Blind include instructing students in various tasks from the exploration of new objects through touch to using a chef knife to cut vegetables. Her department also plans and organizes special events for the families of those who are blind and visually impaired, ages birth to 22, throughout the state of Utah. Recently, an event was hosted at the Ogden campus in observance of the nationally recognized White Cane Awareness Day, an event that drew families from all over the state. This particular carnival-themed event featured hands-on, sensory activities, booths displaying accessibility devices and technology available for students, free food, a photo booth, face painting, pony rides, and games! These events focus on providing a unique opportunity for families to experience fun together in an adaptive, accessible environment. Weeks shared that there are many aspects of her job she finds inspiring. “The students I work with were either born blind, suddenly became blind, or are progressively becoming blind and they find JOY every day! Most often in the little things.” This serves as a daily reminder of life’s simple joys and the gift that each moment of learning opens up for the student.
BECKY WEEKS IS PICTURED with her husband Troy, their four children and their spouses, and 12 grandchildren.
Because children who are blind have no incidental learning, instruction has to be provided more intentionally and explicitly. According to Perkins.org, ‘‘Incidental learning is the information you receive with your eyes without even knowing it —naturally occurring 'incidents' or situations to provide learning opportunities.” A student who is blind or visually impaired cannot see how everyone around them is doing things, including social cues and mannerisms, many of which are observed or inferred primarily through sight. Weeks shared her observations and perspective as a teacher, explaining the goal is to provide an environment of explicit learning while ultimately encouraging independence for the student.
She commented that, “every task needs to be analyzed and broken down into steps to follow for understanding…once that happens, they are on their way to independence and that is our goal!” Weeks commented further, stating that “these students want the same opportunities and experiences as those with vision and they have to work very, very hard everyday to make that happen.” Weeks explained that she and her co-workers take seriously their commitment to teaching these students; her hope is that through every interaction she will truly make as much of an impact in the lives of her students as they have made in her own. l
STUDENT October is Blindness Awareness Month OF THE MONTH O By Rachel Cordeiro
Mountain Green Middle
GUNNER CRAGUN
Our apologies to Gunner and his family for not getting his picture in last week’s edition along with the other students of the month. Congratulations Gunner!
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ctober is Blindness Awareness Month. According to the World Health Organization (WHO) more than 314 million people in the world have a severe visual impairment, including 37 million who are blind. The New England Low Vision and Blindness website states that in the United States alone, approximately 4 million Americans are blind and 47,000 (1 person per minute) become blind each year. The observance of Blindness Awareness Month was first established in Oct. 2009 by the Little Rock Foundation, an organization based out of Voorhees, N.J., whose purpose is to serve families with blind or visually impaired children. This organization was founded by parents Tina and Rocco Fiorentino following the severely premature birth of their son Rocco who became blind because of complications from birth. The purpose of Blindness Awareness Month is to provide education regarding the importance of eye health, to offer inspiration through stories of hope and accomplishments of those who are living with a visual impairment or blindness, and to promote advocacy through focused, organized support. These efforts further advance research regarding specific laws or accessible resources, enabling blind people to live independently in their communities. Most of all, it serves as an opportunity to help people understand the realities of living without sight. A common misconception of blindness is that it only refers to complete and total vision loss, and is considered a debilitating disability; however, the majority of those suffering from vision loss experience varying degrees of limited sight from low to significant impact . Vision loss may present itself in several ways and there
are different terms used to define its various forms, from legally blind to low vision to visually impaired or blind. Regardless of the specific condition or defined term, there is no question that all those who live with a visual impairment are still able to live a fulfilling life as contributing members of society within their communities. Throughout this month, take time to evaluate the health of your own eyesight by visiting an optometrist or ophthalmologist; but also take the time to consider how you might be able to advocate for those who are blind pondering what Helen Keller once said: “Every one of us is blind…until our eyes are opened to our fellowmen.” l
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TELEVISION GUIDE Monday 9-1-1
(13) KSTU 7 p.m.
LAPD patrol Sgt. Athena Grant Nash (Angela Bassett) and the 188 are back in action for a new episode of this procedural drama. The first responders face stressful and dangerous situations at work while saving lives. Peter Krause also stars.
Avenue 5 HBO 8 p.m.
Set 40 years in the future, when the space tourism industry is booming, this sci-fi comedy follows the adventures of a luxury spacecraft owned by Herman Judd (Josh Gad). Under the command of Capt. Ryan Clark (Hugh Laurie), the ship travels the galaxy.
Tuesday La Brea
(5) KSL 8 p.m.
A new episode of this sci-fi series airs tonight. The series follows the story of a group of Los Angelenos who were sucked into a gargantuan sinkhole in Season 1, as they emerge 12,000 years into the past and try to survive their new reality.
The Rookie: Feds (4) KTVX 9 p.m.
Niecy Nash-Betts stars as Special Agent Simone Clark in this new spinoff. Fresh out of the FBI Academy, Agent Clark, the Los Angeles branch of the FBI’s oldest-ever rookie, sets her sights on joining a newly formed special unit. Felix Solis also stars.
Wednesday
Abbott Elementary (4) KTVX 8 p.m.
Class is back in session with an episode of this Emmy-winning Quinta Brunson comedy. Determined to make a difference in their students’ lives, a group of Philadelphia teachers fights the system. Lisa Ann Walter, Janelle James and Sheryl Lee Ralph star.
The Amazing Race (2) KUTV 9 p.m.
A night of reality TV closes out with this new episode from Season 34 of the world-traveling series. Hosted by Phil Keoghan, teams of two race around the globe on an extreme scavenger hunt, competing across challenges for a million-dollar prize.
Thursday Station 19
(4) KTVX 7 p.m.
Jaina Lee Ortiz stars as Andy Herrera, Fire Station 19’s lieutenant, in Season 6
of this Shondaland procedural drama. The close-knit team of Seattle-based firefighters put their lives and hearts on the line as they work to keep their city safe.
Call Me Kat
(13) KSTU 8:30 p.m.
discovers there’s a lot more to fear than just an unexpected house guest.
The First 48: Mind Over Murder A&E 7 p.m.
Detectives in major cities around the country race against the clock to find leads for their cases within the critical first 48 hours of an investigation. This time, two brothers from out of town get more than they bargained for with a drug deal gone bad.
Kat (Mayim Bialik) continues on her quest to live life to the fullest. Determined to prove to her mom she can be happy and successful in the world on her own, single, 39-year-old Kat Saturday Night Live followed her dream of opening a quirky (5) KSL 9:30 p.m. (5) KSL 11:30 p.m. cat café in Season 1. The lights are up in Studio 8H for a new episode of this live, late-night, Friday guest-hosted comedy staple. Lasting Shark Tank laughs and memorable moments have (4) KTVX 7 p.m. been made on this show, which began in After 22 Emmy nominations and four 1975. Current stars include Kenan consecutive wins, this investment Thompson and Michael Che. series continues to bring big ideas to Sunday the forefront in another new episode. Budding entrepreneurs pitch their busiThe Simpsons ness plans to the Sharks, hoping to (13) KSTU 7 p.m. make the deal of a lifetime. A new episode of this beloved longrunning series kicks off an evening of College Bowl new animated content. Homer and (5) KSL 7 p.m. Marge do their best to stick NFL superstar Peyton Manning and together through outrageous mishis brother, TV personality Cooper adventures and goofball hijinks Manning, host back-to-back new epiwhile raising their three kids sodes of this game show. Teams of Bart, Lisa and Maggie. college students test their knowledge in-studio for the chance to The Walking Dead win life-changing academic AMC 7 p.m. scholarships. A new episode of this series airs tonight, focusing Gold Rush on the current and former DISC 9 p.m. lives of a group of survivors Modern-day treasure huntengaged in a zombie apocaers hope to strike it rich in lypse. Split into three parts another episode of this real-life this season, this franchisegold-mining series. It follows launching series soon groups of prospectors as they comes to a close. Norman risk their lives hunting for the Reedus stars. biggest and richest deposits of Let the Right One In gold that they can find.
Saturday Barbarian HBO 6 p.m.
A young woman discovers the rental home she booked is already occupied by a stranger in this new horror flick. Against her better judgment, she decides to spend the night, but soon
SHOW 8 p.m.
Desperate father Mark (Demián Bichir) will stop at nothing to keep his young daughter safe and find a cure for her vampirism in this new horror drama series. In this new episode, Mark and Zeke (Kevin Carroll) celebrate the restaurant’s 10th anniversary.
Friday AMC 8 p.m.
Creepshow
A bus full of Americans is driven to the Canadian border to illustrate the pitfalls of the U.S. healthcare system in the first part of “Creepshow’s” eerie new episode, airing Friday, Oct. 28, on AMC. Later, a police chief is keen to preserve law and order following an invasion of the undead.
Celebrity By Dana Simpson TV Media
Profile
A fixture of households across North America in the 1990s, Mexican American comedian and actor George Lopez has been a busy man. From his start in stand-up comedy to his self-titled sitcom, which ran from 2002 to 2007, Lopez is a recognizable face whose sense of humor is beloved by many. He now teams up with his only daughter, Mayan Lopez (“Mr. Troop Mom,” 2009), for a new sitcom on NBC. “Lopez vs. Lopez,” the first Latinx father-daughter sitcom on TV, begins Friday, Nov. 4. Described by showrunner and executive producer Debby Wolfe (“The Conners”) as “’Gilmore Girls’ but with the Lopezes,” “Lopez vs. Lopez” follows a fictionalized version of the father-daughter duo as they tackle the perils of daily life in a working-class family. Confronting issues such as alcoholism, therapy, mental health and immigration with a comedic edge — in true Lopez style — the series also stars Selenis Leyva (“Orange Is the New Black”), Matt Shively (“The Real O’Neals”), Brice Gonzalez (“Real Husbands of Hollywood”) and Laci Mosley (“The Wedding Year,” 2019). Born April 23, 1961, in Mission Hills, California, George Lopez is of Mestizo Mexican descent. Following a rough decade in which he was deserted by his father and, later, his mother, Lopez was raised by his maternal grandmother, who was a factory worker, and his step-grandfather, who worked in construction. Needless to say, while his upbringing was not exactly a conventional “happy family,” Lopez found levity in the dark times and graduated from San Fernando High School in 1979. His experiences growing up would go on to fuel a lot of the material for his comedy routines, which he began performing in the ‘80s.
BRAIN TEASERS
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SPORTS
Morgan volleyball prepares for State Tournament By Liisa London Mecham
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or the 30th year in a row (1993-2022) and 35th total time (1974,1975, 1989, 1990, 1991, 19932022), the Morgan High volleyball team can claim the title “Region Volleyball Champions.” The Trojans, who were undefeated at 9-0 in Region 13 going into their final game on Tuesday, October 18 with Ogden, won the title outright October 11 with their three-set victory over South Summit and Ogden’s 0-3 loss to Grantsville that dropped the second place Tigers to 7-2 in region play with no chance of catching the Trojans. After a bruising preseason against top 4A, 5A and 6A teams that started the year off with a 1-4 record, the Trojans “saw things they needed to change and made positive changes for the team.” Coach Liz Wiscombe shared, “Looking back, it helped us improve. We’ve really been working hard on our passing consistency and solid blocking.” Currently owning a 20-6 overall record, the Trojans are poised to enter the state tournament with a high RPI (final seeds will be announced Wednesday, October 19 at 9:00 am) and a “team that is working hard every day.” Wiscombe explained, “We have great kids who are practicing hard in the gym every day. They are pushing each other every day. We wouldn’t be where we are today without every person on our team. Players are only as good as those they practice against.” “As we head to state, we fear none and respect all,” Wiscombe expounded. “We respect everyone. It’s one game at a time, one opponent at a time.” “To win state, you have to be the team who is playing well and playing hard with a deep desire to win it all. You have to be hungry and want it.” In her 43rd year of coaching, Wiscombe still loves to be in the gym with her team. “It’s amazing to have a job where I get to go in every day and be around such
Photo by Benjamin Brown
an amazing group of kids. We have such a great group of outstanding young women whom I learn from every day.” “When all is said and done, they are amazing!” she praised. “These girls not only excel at volleyball, but they are good kids, good humans. They raised a lot of money to fight cancer with our Pink Night and
have supported others in the community who are going through hard times.” Wiscombe concluded, “Volleyball is a team sport, and it takes every person on the team.” The State Tournament will be played at Utah Valley University on Friday-Saturday, October 2829. Opening round games will be held at 4:00/5:30 depending on the seeding. l
Trojans victory leads to a 3A north region football championship By Jackson Woolsey
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ednesday, Oct. 12, the Trojans football team traveled to Roosevelt, Utah to face the Union Cougars in their last regular season game. The team took care of business with a commanding opening quarter with two touchdowns and a field goal, making the first quarter score 17-0. In the second, the Trojans kept their momentum finishing the quarter off 28-0. After the half each team was left scoreless in the third, and in the fourth, the Cougars were able to get on the board. The final score was 48-6, which led the team to their tenth consecutive win of the season. This was the Trojan’s ninth undefeated regular season in MHS history. Late in the fourth quarter of play Morgan Kicker, Beau Johnson recorded a 52-yard field goal kick, which is quite impressive as the kick was just ten yards short of the record for the state of Utah (62 yards) that was set by Bingham’s Justin Sorenson in September of 2007. The win against Union helped the Trojans secure the 3A North region championship. Saturday, Oct. 15, the
Photo by Mike Despain
RPI rankings for the 3A classification were released and the team was ranked second, just behind the Juab Wasps. Given the ranking, the team will receive
a first-round bye in the state tournament. Trojans will play in a quarterfinal home game against the winner of the Juan Diego Catholic Soaring Eagles and
the Union Cougars. Morgan and Juab are the only teams that have unbeaten season in 3A. l
MHS Mountain Bike Team rides into first place in several events By Cameron Bess
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organ High School’s Mountain Bike Team was in Vernal on Oct. 8, for their region race. The team placed second at the race and second in region overall. Riders rode between 12 and 23 miles in their races and climbed between 900 and 1800 vertical feet. The team had riders take first in both varsity categories, with Ashlee Hogge taking first in girls varsity and Payson Norman taking first in boys. Ten other riders individually podium with Rhett Weiers taking first, Logan McMillan and Brandon Allgaier taking second, Aleena Furniss tak-
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ing third, Evan Irizarry, Jacob Reynolds and Easton Parker taking fourth and Tate Kippen, Carson Mills and Jacob Allen taking fifth in their categories. Ben Clayton, a senior on the team, said, “The team had an awesome race and it’s super cool to see so many people do well in their races. I can’t wait to see how everyone does at state.” After a long season the team has just the state championship race left which will take place on Oct. 21 and 22 in St. George. l
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Snowbasin Represents Utah’s Ski Resorts in 73rd Annual Warren Miller Film Huntsville, UT – October 11, 2022 – Snowbasin Resort, the world-renowned mountain destination, is making its return to a Warren Miller production alongside 16-year-old Snowbasin athlete, Tyler Blocker, in the entertainment company’s Daymaker film premiering October 26, 2022. For the first time in over seventy years of filmmaking, the Warren Miller crew went to their fans and asked them to nominate their favorite local skier or snowboarder for a chance to be featured in this year’s film. Despite the hundreds of nominations, Snowbasin’s own 16-year-old skiing prodigy and resort athlete, Tyler Blocker, was selected for his raw talent and passion for the sport. Blocker received the surprise of his life early last spring when an average day of skiing turned into his film debut alongside professional skiers Johnny Moseley and Marcus Caston. “Nothing can compare to a day ripping with legends on your home mountain,” said Blocker. “This was truly a dream come true, and to think I was just planning to get some laps in with my friends. I’m thankful for the opportunity to have shown off some of the hidden gems of Snowbasin. This place is full of surprises!” Snowbasin Resort representatives will be attending the live premiere of Daymaker alongside Blocker on October 27 at Peery’s Egyptian Theater in
Ogden, Utah. The resort will be printing season passes for the coming season at the event. Doors open at 6:30 p.m., with the premiere kicking off at 7:30 p.m. “Having the opportunity to represent Utah’s ski resorts within this film and showcase the high quality of skiing and expansive terrain available in this beautiful state is an honor,” said Davy Ratchford, General Manager at Snowbasin Resort. “What makes it even better? Getting to do that alongside one of this generation’s rising stars. Tyler is a captivating skier with a bright future, and we are lucky to have him skiing our mountain. I would encourage you to come and witness this once-in-a-lifetime moment with us on October 27.” Warren Miller’s Daymaker will be premiering at the following locations in Utah: • October 26 – Grand Theatre in Orem at 7:30 p.m. • October 27 – Peery’s Egyptian Theater in Ogden at 7:30 p.m. • October 28 – Jeanne Wagner Theater in Salt Lake City at 6:00 and 9:00 p.m. • October 29 – The Ray in Park City at 4:00 p.m. and 7:00 p.m. To learn more about Warren Miller’s Daymaker and to buy tickets for any of the showings, visit warrenmiller. com. l
have been thinkSUSAN R. ing about women and finances lately as I was on the planning committee for the “Women in the Money” conference that was held on September 16th hosted by the Utah Financial Empowerment Coalition (both in person and online). Historically, women have been an appendage to their male relatives when it came to finances. They were unable to own property, open bank accounts, or apply for credit and were excluded from major financial matters. More recent history shows dynamic changes for women in finances and many related matters such as employment, benefits, and basic family financial decisions. Despite this growth, there is a large deficit between where women currently stand in terms of understanding finances and where I believe women need to be (me included)! I am Dr. Susan Madsen. At the Utah Women & Leadership Project, our team of researchers published an article that isolates three stages of life where women can focus on making wise financial decisions. Childhood and adolescent years, young adult years, and retirement and senior years. Family influences during childhood and adolescence directly affect a child’s future spending habits. Although parents can have conversations and expose children to financial literacy, parental financial habits are where children learn about earning and spending. Parents should be conscious of gender roles when it comes to their boys and girls. Household chores and allowances should be carefully considered. A New York Times article stated that girls do more household chores each week, but earn less than half of what boys earn in the home. Intentional fairness of the division of work and payment can be one step that parents can make in reducing the gender pay gap in the future. Utah is setting the standard nationally by requiring a financial literacy class for high school graduates. This will be helpful as they reach graduation and discover the finan-
cial maze of higher education, student loans, and introduction to credit cards. One study shows that women are currently earning 57% of bachelor’s degrees but hold nearly two-thirds of the cumulative student debt in the US. Financial decisions like student loans, payday loans, working part-time, and retirement investments are all likely to impact future decisions along with cumulative debt. With women already facing gender wage gaps, it will take wise financial decisions to prepare women for the retirement years. Women in Utah often face challenging retirement years. A longer life span than men, lower overall net worth, and less personal retirement, can leave a woman with a shortfall of funds to finance their retirement years. Because of a reduced ability to earn additional income at that stage of life, now is the time when women should be most intentional with budgets and spending. One statistic to be aware of is that 54% of women over 50 tend to leave the financial decisions to their spouses, even though women tend to outlive their male partners. Coupled with a lifetime of gaps in financial preparation, education, and stability, many senior women find themselves living in poverty in their retirement years. Financial competence is a skill any woman, regardless of age, can learn. With open conversations about current income, household budgets, retirement plans, and investments, women can contribute to the security of their own retirement situation. The golden years of a woman’s life can be secure with careful planning, skillful decisions, and disciplined habits. Financially strengthening women in all stages of their lives increases their quality of life and adds to the well-being of Utah and all of us who live here. Dr. Susan R. Madsen is the Karen Haight Huntsman Endowed Professor of Leadership in the Jon M. Huntsman School of Business at Utah State University and the founding director of the Utah Women & Leadership Project.
MADSEN
WEBER STATE OCTOBER EVENTS Oct. 1-31: Domestic Violence Aware-
ness Month, weber.edu/womenscenter for events Oct. 1-31: LatinArte, Artes de México en Utah, and Nuestras Raíces Hispanic, Latino/LatinX, Utah Artist, social justice and immigration art exhibit, Shepherd Union Bridge Oct. 21: Multisport Service Trip, https:// www.weber.edu/outdoor/Multisport-Service.html Oct. 21: WSU women’s soccer home game against Northern Colorado, 7 p.m., Wildcat Soccer Field Oct. 22: Multisport Service Trip, https:// www.weber.edu/outdoor/Multisport-Service.html Oct. 23: Multisport Service Trip, https:// www.weber.edu/outdoor/Multisport-Service.html Oct. 23: WSU women’s soccer home game against Montana, 1 p.m., Wildcat Soccer Field Oct. 24: Monday Night Climbing, 5:30–8:30 p.m., register at https://www. weber.edu/outdoor/ogden-weekly-climb-
ing-night.html
Oct. 26: Adventure Photography and
Filmmaking, 6:30–8 p.m., https://weber. edu/outdoor/adventure-photography.html Oct. 27: Human Trafficking Symposium, 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Shepherd Union Ballrooms, register at https://weber.edu/ socialscience/human-trafficking-symposium.html Oct. 28: Purple Carpet Event for Prospective Students, guided campus tours and information services, 9 a.m. to 12:30 p.m., Shepherd Union Ballrooms Oct. 28: WSU women’s volleyball home game against Idaho State, 6 p.m., Swenson Gym Oct. 29: WSU football home game against Montana, 1 p.m., Stewart Stadium Oct. 29: Learn to Rappel, 2–4 p.m., register at https://secure.touchnet.com/ C20249_ustores/web/store_cat.jsp?STOREID=92&CATID=253 Oct. 31: Monday Night Climbing, 5:30–8:30 p.m., register at https://www. weber.edu/outdoor/ogden-weekly-climbing-night.html
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Jenniffer Wardell is an award-winning movie critic and member of the Utah Film Critics Association. Find her on Twitter at @wardellwriter or drop her a line at themovieguruslc@gmail.com.
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‘Black Adam’ entertaining, but ‘Halloween Ends’ disappoints By Jenniffer Wardell The Movie Guru
Black Adam (in theaters)
This isn’t quite the movie the trailers make it seem. In this case, though, that’s a good thing. “Black Adam” still has all the action you could hope for, but there’s a lot more nuance to the story than you might expect. There’s real heart here, and maybe even a little bit of welcome commentary about traditional heroes and the less costumed evils of the world. It doesn’t re-invent the superhero movie wheel by any means, but it’s definitely added a new section to the DC universe that I’ll be happy to revisit. Originally a villain in the Shazam! books (he was referenced in the 2019 movie), Black Adam is moved firmly into antihero territory for the movie. Freed from a mountain by a woman who’s about to be killed,
Black Adam kills the mercenaries who were going to kill her and draws the attention of the Justice Society of America. It also draws the attention of an unscrupulous organization who wants to unleash an ancient power for themselves. There’s some real tragedy to Black Adam’s story, which isn’t uncommon for superheroes but brings real complexity to some of the character’s more bombastic qualities. His history as a slave, and the subjugation of his country, do the same thing when compared to the very law-focused JSA. The movie leavens all this with some moments of welcome humor, though it occasionally leans too heavily on similarities to 2019’s “Shazam” to get that humor. All together, it’s a pleasant surprise. If you like superheroes, it’s definitely worth your time. Grade: Three and a half stars
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Halloween Ends (in theaters)
It's good to try something different, but not if you do a terrible job at it. That's the problem with "Halloween Ends," which wraps up the iconic series by shifting focus away from the guy who made it famous in the first place. Instead, far too much screen time is given to yet another version of the standard white male toxic romantic lead, leading to a movie that feels like a half-cooked version of something else. I understand wanting to give the movie a plot, but when it doesn't feel like “Halloween” anymore you’ve gone too far the other way. Though I won’t bore you with the details, the new potential “bad seed” of the movie is yet another babysitter with a traumatic night on the job. You could have made a really interesting movie building parallels between him and Jamie Lee Curtis’s Laurie Strode,
but that isn’t this one. Instead, the team of screenwriters are far more interested in having him date Laurie’s granddaughter and discovering the depths of how “evil” he is. It’s like they were trying to make reboot bait before the show even properly ended. Curtis is still fantastic as Laurie, and her performance is by far the most gripping thing in this movie. Her fight with Michael is satisfying, but as you watch it you can't help but be annoyed we didn't get more of it. This is supposed to be their movie, their series, but instead they get pushed to the sidelines. Grade: One star Jenniffer Wardell is an award-winning movie critic and member of the Utah Film Critics Association. Find her on Twitter at @wardellwriter or drop her a line at themovieguruslc@gmail.com.
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To find each answer, start at the compass square each time and follow the directions.
Find the differences between the two pictures.
Q: Do skunks ever run out of stinky spray? A: Start at compass. Go 3 squares north, then 1 square west, then 1 square north.
We skunks are shy and gentle creatures. Yet the sight of a skunk is a fearful sight to many animals!
Q: Where is the skunk’s secret weapon? A: Start at compass. Go 3 squares north. Next, go 1 square east. Then go 1 square south.
That’s because skunks have a powerful and stinky weapon right under our tails—a VERY stinky spray!
Q: What color is the musk skunks spray? A: Start at compass. Go 4 squares north. Then go 1 square west. Next, go 1 square south.
We hiss and stamp our feet. If this doesn’t work, we raise our tail over our head as a threat.
Q: What are baby skunks called? A: Start at compass, go 2 squares north. Q: What is another name for a skunk? A: Start at compass and go 1 square north. Next, go 1 square west. Then go 2 squares north and then 1 east. Q: A skunk is about the same size as a ____________. A: From compass, go 2 squares north. Then, go 1 east and 1 south.
If those warnings don’t work, well, LOOK OUT!
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Q: How far can skunks spray? A: Start at compass. Go 1 square north, then 1 square west.
What if you could ask a skunk any question you wanted? What would you ask? Kid Scoop spoke with skunk authority P.U. Stenchmuch to learn about these smelly creatures from a safe distance.
However, we only use this weapon when threatened. Even then, we do everything possible to avoid sending the final stinky spray.
Lots of animals have bodies that blend into the world around them. This is called camouflage. But the bold black and white markings on a skunk make them easy to spot. They don’t need to hide. Other animals know to leave them alone.
story of a Hunter and his wife who lived on the Shores of lake michigan. Standards Link: Investigation: Find similarities and differences in common objects.
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Stinky Words
Make a list of words that describe how things smell – for example: odor, putrid, musty, sour. Using one page of the newspaper, have students find and circle the letters that spell five of the smelly words.
There are three kinds of skunks. Do the math problems to match the name of each kind of skunk with its description. 15. It has a broad, hairless muzzle, like that of a pig. The back and tail are white. 10. The smallest of all skunks, it has a dot in the middle of its forehead. The stripes go in lots of different and wiggly directions.
Standards Link: Vocabulary: Understand and explain synonyms. Reading Comprehension: Follow multiple step directions.
and feeling badly about their quarrel, decided to follow them. as he followed the tracks, They gradually changed and became the tracks of a Skunk. the trail
23. The face is black except for one white stripe that runs from the nose to the shoulders. At the shoulders, the stripe splits in two parts, one running down each side of the body.
ended in a Marsh where there were many skunks.
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Standards Link: Life Science: There is variation among individuals of one kind within a population.
Black & White and Read All Over
Select a page of the newspaper. Find all of the words you can read, and if you know what they mean, circle them in red.
Standards Link: Social Science: Students use map skills to find the absolute locations of places.
Standards Link: Reading Comprehension: Use context to understand meaning.
he turned and went home but
Which kind of animal are you most like? Why? If you were an animal, what kind would you be and why?
called the Place, “The Place of the Skunk” and it is where chicago now stands.
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