Bountiful/West Bountiful Journal | October 2023

MAYOR TELLS KIDS TO ‘SHOW UP, SPEAK UP, SHUT UP’ TO BE A GOOD LEADER

BOUNTIFUL—The student council at Boulton Elementary got a special visitor last week as Mayor Kendalyn Harris stopped by to share her thoughts on leadership. The council is made up of 12 students who have been selected for their involvement in the school and the community.

“They are shining stars,” said Kirsten McNeal, DEEP Specialist and Student Council Advisor. “They hear about kids in need and think about what they can do.”

McNeal said they do a project every year to make stuffed animals for those kids. “They earn money to buy things for different organizations,” she said. “People from those organizations come and tell the students what it means to those kids to get a stuffed animal. It inspires the kids to do more. They light up. It softens their hearts and opens their eyes.”

The council does service projects and invites special guest speakers to come throughout the year, McNeal said. “Every year we schedule people in positions of leadership. They tell the kids what they’ve done and what they’re working on.”

Harris said the best advice she could give to succeed is to show up, McNeal said. “Her motto is “Show up, Speak up, Shut up,” said McNeal. She told the kids that if they don’t show up to meetings, they are obviously not going to get a chance to share their ideas.”

Speak up, McNeal said. “She said everyone gets scared. She gets scared but you can do anything for a minute.”

Shut up is listening to what people say, said McNeal. “Don’t try to formulate what

By Becky Ginos | becky.g@davisjournal.com

you're going to say while they’re talking.”

They also had a round table where the kids could ask questions, McNeal said. “The mayor said she always knew she wanted to be a mayor since she was little and told the kids to do things now and take the steps to be what you want to be later.”

Harris told the kids that the things they do now will affect the future, said McNeal.

“She asked the kids what their dreams are and said to start now and be willing to do

little things to achieve them. It’s important.”

“I learned that you can do stuff that you want if you try,” said sixth grader Joseph Lopez. “It (mayor’s visit) inspired me to try out for captain of my soccer club.”

“She made it seem like it was almost common sense, or even easy to accomplish the things that you want to do if you just take the simple steps,” said Charley Sparks.

“She really gave me a new perspective on leadership,” Sadie Fairbanks said. “You

have to do the work to achieve the things that you want.”

“I thought it was a really cool experience to see the mayor in person,” said Sarah Macey. “Most people never get to do that. I learned that we can do anything!”

“She told us that we should speak up and not be afraid,” Madelyn Hartley said. “I’m so glad that she came to speak to us.”l

By Peri Kinder | peri.k@davisjournal.com

With a penchant for terror and dread, a publishing company in Bountiful is helping to redefine, support and expand the landscape of horror literature.

Started in January 2021 by Cody Langille, a retired military veteran, Timber Ghost Press, located at 20 S. Main St., #674, is a niche company, specializing in horror stories and creepy tales.

“I’ve been writing for over 25 years and the main thing I like to write is horror. So the main thing I like to read, of course, is horror,” Langille said. “I had mixed experiences with small press, publishers and stuff. Some are great, some not so much. I wanted to create [a publishing company] that I would have hoped to work with.”

The company opens for submissions each summer and receives dozens of novels, short stories, poetry, fast fiction and novellas from horror writers. Timber Ghost is another name for elk, which can be elusive. Langille is searching for the elusive manuscripts that will offer readers a creepy, weird and terrifying experience.

Caryn Larrinaga grew up in Bountiful and graduated from Woods Cross High. She reads and writes lots of horror because she likes the way it makes her

feel. She connected with Langille during a ghost hunt at the Benson Grist Mill in Tooele County.

“I couldn’t pass up an opportunity to go on a ghost hunt for the first legit time,” Larrinaga said. “And while I was

Bountiful Mayor Kendalyn Harris with the student council at Boulton Elementary. Harris visited the school and spoke to the kids about leadership. Courtesy photo

Cody Langille (C.L. Langille) started Timber Ghost Press in 2021 to help horror writers get their stories out into the world. Courtesy of Langille

Discover the joy of ballet at Turning Pointe in Centerville

Turning Pointe a new dance studio opening in Centerville will offer state-of-the-art classrooms for dancers young and not-so-young. “Ballet is the basis of pretty much all dance in some form or another,” Sarah Eccles Taylor, teacher and business partner at the new studio said.

Ballet training can teach you the language and moves that can lead to a ballet career or just make you more likely to be able to try out successfully for the community theater or a school play. Classes for children of all skill levels and ages are offered from a parent and tot class called tiny tutus to more advanced training for high school students. One niche Taylor hopes to fill is the adolescent dancer who needs beginning classes, but would much rather take them with others of her own age. Taylor would love to see more boys in her classes, strongly believing that the self-discipline and grace learned could be helpful in other areas of life. Boys don’t need to wear tights, and are encouraged to wear comfortable clothing for classes. Many of her students are talented, but the philosophy is to include all who want to learn. Having autism, a vision impairment, or other difficulty may not exclude someone from benefitting from ballet training at the studio.

Turning Pointe also offers adult classes for both men and women. “A woman in one of my classes last week noted that though her body couldn’t do everything it could as a child, the joy she once felt dancing was still there,” Taylor said.

Classes for adult women are offered four times a week. A ballet bar exercise class along with beginning and intermediate ballet classes. Classes for adult men are also taught by Ballet West instructor James Bartholomew. All adult classes

By Kerry Angelbuer | k.angelbuer@mycityjournals.com

are punch pass so that you can drop in when you can make it, taking into account busy schedules. The women’s classes are $5 a class.

Turning Pointe is filling a need in the community since the ballet classes were dropped at CenterPoint Academy in favor of more specific theater training. The studio was still be able to use the stage at the theater for years to come. Taylor and her business partner Joan Bowles were former ballet instructors at CenterPoint. Although the studio is new, the combined teaching experience of the instructors measures in decades.

Taylor first started dancing at age 5 and loved it immediately, which was fortunate since it was prescribed by her doctor to rehabilitate a hip that was congenitally not fully formed. Her older, male instructor Walter Stoker was excellent and by the time she was a teenager, she was dancing five to six days a week. Eventually, she became part of the Ballet West academy where she participated in the Nutcracker. Currently, Taylor is the Vice Chair of the Governing Board of Directors of Ballet West. Taylor is passionate about the benefits of ballet training. “I think movement is essential for good brain development, and ballet offers a way to teach self-discipline and hard work.” Past generations had chores on a farm to teach these skills, but ballet, with its self-control and structure, can also be useful teaching this essential mind set. “Our mission,” said Taylor, “is to provide an environment which teaches proper technique while also nurturing self expression.”l

Hispanic Heritage Celebration adds flavor to vendor

By Kerry Angelbuer | k.angelbuer@mycityjournals.com

National Hispanic Heritage month is honored each year from Sept.15 –Oct. 15 across the nation. North Salt Lake honored their own community members of Hispanic descent on Sept. 18, adding a Latino flare to their Monday night vendor fair. Spanish music was loud enough to fill the whole park including the soccer team on the field practicing Spanish futbol. Dancers, booths, food trucks, and a ghostbuster’s car added to the celebration. #nslunityinourcity marks events

aimed at the goal of honoring all who live in North Salt Lake.

The observation of a Hispanic Celebration began in 1968 introduced by President Lyndon B. Johnson. Ronald Regan expanded the celebration to an entire month in 1988. Sept. 15, the beginning of the celebration marks the Independence Days of many South American countries. Mexico’s and Chile’s Independence Day and Columbus Day also fall within the month. The month and the events planned across the nation aim at celebrating the art, music, dance, education and food influenced by the Hispanic

fair

people melded into the larger American Culture. Hispanic descent of American citizens finds its roots in Spain, Caribbean, Mexico and other Central American countries, as well as many countries in South America.

The young dance team that performed came from a studio in Salt Lake run by Latino women. Some of the members were from North Salt Lake. With upbeat music throughout the evening, everyone joined in the cultural celebration. l

Sarah Eccles Taylor is opening the Turning Pointe ballet studio in Centerville for dancers from age two to adults. Courtesy photo

Marina, Simon and Ethan dance to the Hispanic music near the Ghostbuster car.

BLAST FROM THE PAST

Compiled by Braden Nelsen

1923

Miss Butler teaching in birthplace of President Wilson

On returning home from a visit with her daughter, Mrs. Robert J. Bonnemort, in British Columbia, Mrs. Cora Butler received very encouraging reports from her daughter, Corinne, who has spent several years in the east studying the violin.

After a very successful summer at Lake Louise in the Canadian Rockies leading an orchestra, Miss Butler has been engaged to teach violin at Stuart Hall, Staunton, Va.

1933

Flora Dell Club held their monthly meeting, Monday Flora Dell Club held its regular monthly meeting Monday evening, Oct. 2, in the Bountiful Second ward chapel, with President David Soffe presiding.

A vocal selection, “Come Where the Lilies Bloom” was sung by Miss Virginia Porter, Mrs. Leonn Sedgwick, and Mrs. Nora Hogan, accompanied by Miss Lucy Fackrell, Miss Alice Riley gave a humorous reading.

1943

School students respond to call by canneries

To alleviate the shortage of workers in Davis County canneries, 250 students have been excused, with supervision, from their classes at Davis High School in Kaysville, until the tomato harvest season is past, it was reported by Hubert C. Burton, county school superintendent, Saturday.

1953

Discuss street numbering

To change numbers or not to change numbers were the questions asked at the first of the season’s meetings of the South Davis Chamber of Commerce in regard to the street numbering system

in effect in South Davis. Street numbering has become a problem because of the different systems being employed in the county at the present time. Some of the municipalities have their own system, while others use the county-wide numbering.

1963

Davis residents graduate Weltech College

Approximately 240 electronics engineering technicians were graduated by Weltech College on Saturday, Sept. 28, school officials announced.

The graduation, which comprises seven classes, is the largest ever staged by the Electronics Technical Institute. The school was founded in March 1959 and now has a student body of 700.

1973

Bountiful raises rates on power

Power rates for Bountiful residents will be raised by ten percent as recommended by the Bountiful Power Commission and voted on by the city council.

The Council voted for the 10 percent increase in favor of the residents as they are the majority. The increase will mean approximately $1.50 more per residential bill per month.

1983

Condominium project gets preliminary OK BOUNTIFUL—Preliminary approval was granted by the Bountiful City Council last Wednesday night to begin the first phase construction of a 204unit condominium complex. The proposed Turtle Creek complex by Prowswood Company is to be located at 740 South Main, across the street from the Bountiful City Hall complex and adjacent to the Post Office.

NEWS BRIEFS

Pair suspected of copper wiring theft

Bountiful Police Officer Armatage is asking for the public’s help to identify

Former district secretary allegedly misused school funds

A former Davis High School secretary is facing felony charges for allegedly making unauthorized purchases on school credit cards while employed at the school.

Kellie Wilko, 47, was charged in 2nd District Court last week with a single count of misuse of public money, a second-degree felony.

Wilko allegedly made a total of $82,045.02 in unauthorized purchases on the cards between July 2020 and February 2021, charging papers said.

According to the indictment, Davis School District Auditor Nathan Lee noticed Wilko had made a $1,632.29 expense in April 2021 and began looking into the charges. “Because it was over $1,000, Mr. Lee conducted a search and found 42 unauthorized charges from both cred-

CALENDAR OF EVENTS

Compiled by Peri Kinder

Oct. 9-15

Fall Family Festival

Music, activities and food

Monday, Oct. 9, 5-8 p.m.

Country Gardens Nursery, 395 Deseret Dr., Kaysville

Bountiful City Business Symposium

Wednesday, Oct. 11, 7:30 - 10 a.m.

“Building Your Brand, Building Your Business” RSVP to licensing@bountiful.gov

Bountiful City Hall, 795 S. Main St.

North Salt Lake Senior Lunch

Bunch

Lunch, guest speakers, Bingo and more

Wednesday, Oct. 11, 11 a.m. - 1 p.m.

NSL City Hall, 10 E. Center St.

Kaysville Fire Department Open House

Wednesday, Oct.11, 6-8:30 p.m.

Kaysville Fire Station, 175 S. Main Street

Faith Baptist Church Harvest

Festival

FREE fun for the whole family

Wednesday, Oct. 11, 6-8 p.m. First Baptist Church, 2430 N. Fairfield Rd., Layton

Witches, Werewolves, and Women in Business: October Luncheon

Thursday, Oct. 12, 11:30 a.m. - 1 p.m.,

$25-$35 Lagoon at the Biergarten, 375 N. Lagoon Dr., Farmington

Bountiful Farmers Market

Thursday, Oct. 12, 4 p.m. to dusk

Bountiful Town Square, 75 E. 200 South

Haunting at the Whitaker Museum

Award-winning storytellers

Thursday, Oct. 12, 7-8:30 p.m. 168 N. Main St., Centerville

World Migratory Bird Day Celebration

Friday, Oct. 13, 2-4:30 p.m., FREE

Eccles Wildlife Education Center 1157 S. Waterfowl Way, Farmington

Jaks Broadway Hauntings Megamix

FREE Halloween Themed Broadway

Musical Showcase

Friday, Oct. 13, 6:30 p.m.

Ed Kenley Amphitheater, 403 N. Wasatch Dr.

West Bountiful Arts Council

Concert

Cowboy Poetry and Kimball Junction

Musical Group

Friday, Oct. 13, 7-8 p.m.

West Bountiful City Hall, 550 N. 800 West

Heber Valley Railroad: The Pump kin Train

Saturday, Oct. 14

Departures at 10 a.m., Noon, 2, 4 and 6 p.m.

$15 per person (includes cookie and pumpkin) Valley Railroad Depot, 450 S. 600 West, Heber City

Owl-o'ween at the wetlands

See live owls, make crafts, take a spooky walk, watch the eclipse

Saturday, Oct. 14, 10 a.m. - 1 p.m.

Eccles Wildlife Education Center 1157 S. Waterfowl Way, Farmington

6th Annual Celebrating Women Conference

Saturday, Oct. 14, 10 a.m. - 1:30 p.m.

$25 USU Extension, 80 E. 725 South, Kaysville

Send event info to peri.k@davisjournal. com for inclusion in the Davis Journal community calendar.

a man and a woman who are suspected of stealing some copper wiring from a construction site last week. Please call 801-298-6000 with any information and reference case B23-03012.

it cards to that PayPal account totaling $40,991.62. The defendant admitted that the PayPal account belonged to her and that she used the funds for personal use,” charging papers said.

Report of a gun causes lockdown at SDJH

South Davis Junior High was put on lockdown Wednesday afternoon for about 45 minutes after someone reported that they thought they saw a student with a gun and called 911. “The Bountiful Police came very quickly and determined it was false,” said Chris Williams, Davis School District Director of Communication & Operations. “The lockdown was lifted (close) to the end of the day and soon after students were released.”

Cowboy Poetry and Kimball Junction Musical Group set to perform Oct. 13

Come and enjoy an unforgettable evening of music and poetry at the West Bountiful Arts Council Fall Concert Series on Friday, Oct. 13, at 7 p.m. at West Bountiful City Hall, 550 N. 800 West. This concert will showcase a heartwarming blend of cowboy poetry and the captivating melodies of the popular music group Kimball Junction. Kimball Junction’s music repertoire offers something for everyone, accompanied by vocal harmonies that will sweep you off your feet.

Mark your calendars for this must-attend event. We invite you to bring your family and friends to share the magic of music and poetry. It’s an event you won’t want to miss!

Find out more about Kimball Junction on Facebook (search Kimball Junction).

Upcoming Nov. 10 – Suzie Carter Christmas Concert l

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Groberg fights her way back from debilitating injury to run successful business

By Becky Ginos | becky.g@davisjournal.com

KAYSVILLE—Life was good for Jenny Groberg. She was a mother and owner of a successful business until a simple accident on Memorial Day in 2018 changed her life completely.

“I jumped up on the counter, there was water on it and I slipped and fell back on the floor,” said Groberg, CEO and Founder of BookSmart Accounting and Bookkeeping. “I thought I was OK but the next day I couldn’t stand up. I realized I was not OK.”

Groberg said it felt like she was in a coma. “It was like there was a separation between my body and spirit. I was so frustrated and messed up. I kept thinking I’d be better but months rolled by and soon it was eight months. I couldn’t even blow dry my hair. I was in a state of flight or fight all the time.”

She had no energy, Groberg said. “I didn’t know if I’d be able to take care of the kids. Every morning I felt like someone was hitting me over the head with a board. I was constantly chipping away at this but I thought ‘I can’t live like this.’ My quality of life was so bad. I thought one thing would heal me so I prayed for a miracle.”

That is when Groberg found a specialist in Chicago. “There are only five in the world,” she said. “She said my eyes don’t work together and she fitted me with some special glasses. They mute my environment so it’s more clear and sharper. It was blurry at first then my eyes calmed down.”

Groberg said she had tried a long time to run her business but realized she needed someone else to help. “I couldn’t look at email or at the computer,” she said. “Emily (one of her employees) started helping out. She had the capacity that I didn’t. It was a beautiful transition.”

After wearing the glasses for two years, Groberg’s company, BookSmarts Accounting, started to take off. “I felt alive and said ‘let’s go.’” Groberg said.

“We’ve grown a ton. Our staff has doubled in the last three years. We have 300 clients across the U.S. and have $1.4 million in revenue.”

BookSmarts has an all female staff that works remotely. She wants to give women the opportunity to work while still caring for a family. “We want to be moms,” said Groberg. “It’s awesome. The happiest employees are all women. I wouldn’t be where I am without my staff they do phenomenal work.”

Groberg said she wants to serve the women in Davis County. She raised $11,000 for the girls Davis High School tennis team because they were short on funds this year. “I want to give back. I don’t want to take credit for success I feel it was God and divine intervention.”

BookSmart Accounting was selected

this year as one of Utah’s 100 companies championing women. Groberg also won the prestigious Stevie Awards for Women in Business. It’s the world’s premiere honor for female entrepreneurs, executives, employees and the organizations they run.

Little things make up big things, she said. “People told me to just accept where I was at. I knew there was more for me. It was not good enough. I knew I could do it. It was the long game but I knew I would get better any second, any day. It didn't happen. I’m a woman of faith and I knew deep down in my soul there was more.” l

Jenny Groberg credits her family’s support in helping her navigate her life changing traumatic brain injury. Courtesy photo

Groberg’s company BookSmart Accounting and Bookkeeping was selected this year as one of Utah’s 100 companies championing women. Courtesy photo

The Truth is Out There

Depending on who you ask, aliens have either 1) frequently visited our planet, 2) never visited our planet, or 3) are currently running our planet.

It’s been quite a year for Unidentified Flying Objects, which are now called Unidentified Aerial Phenomena. (Tomayto, tomahto.) These “extraterrestrial” vessels made the news, created a TikTok channel and had their own congressional hearing.

In early 2023, the Air Force started blasting weather balloons out of the sky. Although weather balloons have been used since 1896, it’s only in the last year the balloons became malicious enough to be shot down. It’s definitely American to shoot first and never ask questions.

It reminds me of the 1978 video game Space Invaders, where the goal was to blast UFOs out of the atmosphere before they reached Earth. Whether the current UAPs were peace emissaries from Alpha Centauri or galactic multi-level-marketing salesaliens, we’ll never know.

Look at it this way. If you launched a celebratory lightspeed rocket on the day Jesus was born, it would still be in the Milky Way Galaxy, even traveling for 2,000 years at the speed of light. So if a flying saucer made its way across its galaxy and our galaxy, it would take hundreds of thousands of light years to reach us, only to be casually shot down by an F-22.

Maybe they were on their way to teach us how to travel at lightspeed, how to create a functional Congress or how to evolve so our skin glows in the dark. We’ll never know.

UFO sightings occur all over the world, but the U.S. has the most interaction with aliens. The Roswell crash in 1947 was the first “flying saucer” wreckage that authori-

ties said was a UFO, then it was a weather balloon, then it was Carl’s tractor from down the road and then it was the remnants of an atomic test, which didn’t make anyone feel better.

Air Force pilots share stories of strange objects in the sky, security cameras capture “meteors” and eerie lights, and there was a congressional hearing to talk about what the government isn’t telling us. Spoiler alert: the government keeps a lot of secrets.

Many people are convinced the pyramids were built with alien technology. Some people think UFOs travel the world making intricate designs in crops, kind of like alien graffiti. Others point out the first microchip was created just 10 years after the Roswell crash. Coincidence? Hmmmm.

Records from Rome (AD 65) and Ireland (AD 740) document chariots flying through the clouds or ships floating in the air, filled with people. Too bad there wasn’t an F-22 to shoot them down.

“War of the Worlds” by H.G. Wells was written in the late 1890s. It was one of the first novels that detailed an alien invasion on Earth. People lost their minds when Orson Welles dramatized it on a 1938 radio show.

I’m not saying UFOs are real. I’m not saying they’re not. But sightings have increased, usually in the form of an orb, a disc, a triangle, a cylinder, an egg, a toaster, a VW Bug or other random shapes.

I’ve been saying for years that Earth is

a hit reality show in the universe and little green men (or blue or white or gray) watch the hilarious antics on our dumpster fire of a planet while eating alien popcorn. It’s pretty egocentric of us to think we’re the only planet with intelligent life.

And I use the word “intelligent” lightly. I hope somewhere in the universe there’s a planet where the inhabitants live in peace and work together to create new ideas. I just hope they don’t come here. We’ll shoot them out of the sky.l

Chamber announces business award winners at annual banquet

By Becky Ginos |

LAYTON—Local businesses were honored last week at the Davis Chamber of Commerce annual Awards Banquet held at the Davis Conference Center. Businesses were recognized in several different categories and special awards were also given to two individuals who have made a significant difference in the Chamber and the community.

Winners were selected for their excellence in business and exceptional contributions to Davis County. The Chamber also presented Gary Petersen with the Legacy Award. It is the highest honor given by the Chamber. Petersen is the founding partner and managing partner of Adams & Petersen CPAs.

“We are thrilled to recognize and celebrate the exceptional achievements of all our award finalists and winners,” said Angie Osguthorpe, President/CEO of The Davis Chamber of Commerce. “Their dedication to the business community in Davis County sets a high standard of excellence and we are proud to honor their contributions. We are also grateful to our sponsors and all of our wonderful chamber members who enjoyed a delightful and meaningful evening with us.”

Awards were given in the following categories: Business of the Year, Small Business of the Year, Em-

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A publication covering local Halloween legends and activities for men, women, and children in Davis County Davis County’s own haunted ranch

By Braden Nelsen | braden.n@davisjournal.com

ANTELOPE ISLAND—On the east coast of Antelope Island visitors can still find a centuries-old ranch. Started in 1848-1849 by Fielding Garr, it marks one of the oldest settlement structures still standing in the state, but not the first human activity on the island, according to Carl Aldrich, Fielding Garr Ranch Manager.

Thanks to a natural freshwater spring in the ranch, people have been frequenting that specific area of Antelope Island for over 6,000 years. It stands to reason, therefore, that in those thousands of years, there may be a few of those people who decided to stick around, even after shaking off this mortal coil.

While Aldrich himself doesn’t necessarily believe in ghosts (probably a good thing for someone managing the ranch), he does “wonder if those experiences might change the energy of the place.” He’s certainly not alone, either. Since taking the reins of Fielding Garr Ranch five years ago, Aldrich has played host to many paranormal investigators and their groups as they’ve toured the property, looking for evidence of the unexplained.

Much of those investigations center on the sitting room, or parlor of the old Fielding Garr house. Part of the original building that’s been around since 1849, it’s likely the oldest section of the ranch, featuring a stack rock foundation, still in place as it was laid down by Garr himself. Aldrich explained that the parlor would have been where most of the activity would have been

when it was a functioning ranch, including visits from the Governor and President of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, Brigham Young.

As with other paranormal investigations around the ranch, much of the activity reported has been involved with EVP or Electronic Voice Phenomenon. The theory behind EVP is that, as confirmed by science, there are pitches and sounds that fall outside the range of human hearing, but that can be detected, and recorded by audio devices. For many paranormal investigators, the belief is that they can ask a question in a haunted room, and record the answers they may not be able to hear in person.

Whether or not these are legitimate disembodied voices, or simple radio waves, transmissions, or something else is a topic hotly debated, but, Aldrich reported some definite spooky occurrences. One such EVP recording happened when paranormal investigators asked the question “How many people are in this room?” to which a recorded voice responded correctly, “Six.”

The paranormal activity hasn’t been limited to EVPs either. Aldrich explained in the small copse of trees surrounding the natural spring, people have reported feeling watched, faces have been seen in the bunkhouse window, and at least one person has even been scratched by an unseen entity. It seems like someone or something is at least disgruntled around the ranch, but why would that be?

One possible explanation could be that Fielding Garr, the namesake of the ranch,

and the one who started it was likely buried on the property, but his grave has yet to be found. With no organized cemetery on the island, and no grave attributed to Garr on the property, it could be anywhere on the ranch, but Aldrich has a theory.

According to a 1930’s oral history, there were 2-3 marked graves near where the old barn once stood, which is now an open field/orchard. Could it be that Garr, and others buried there are a bit upset

The ghosts and monsters of the Great Salt Lake

By Braden Nelsen | braden.n@davisjournal.com

DAVIS COUNTY—No matter where you go around the world, it seems like there are some places that are just downright spooky. Even the friendliest neighborhoods seem to have that one house that’s always been haunted or a neighbor who’s seen a real UFO, or the list goes on. Here are just a few of the stories around Davis County to send chills down your spine this Halloween.

The

Ghost of Jean Baptiste

Though technically just north of Davis, Fremont Island in the Great Salt Lake still holds great intrigue for residents of both Davis and Weber Counties. The story goes back to 1862, and a man named Jean Baptiste.

Newspaper records from the period reveal that Baptiste had been discovered as a grave robber in the area, and authorities were unsure what to do with him. So powerful were the negative feelings against the man, that they didn’t want to imprison him for fear of riots, violence, and mob rule.

Instead, it was decided that he would be exiled to Fremont Island to spend the rest of his days. A small cabin had been built on the island, and several head of cattle were roaming, belonging to a local Davis County family, the Millers. Baptiste was tattooed on his forehead with the words, “Branded for robbing the dead,” and turned loose on the island.

The mystery arises, however only three weeks after his banishment. In an account delivered by Henry Heath, a policeman in Salt Lake who carried out the sentence, the Millers went back to the island to check on their herd, and Baptiste, but found something strange instead: one butchered heifer and missing timbers from the cabin.

It’s clear that Baptiste made an attempt to escape, and whether or not he succeeded has been the subject of much speculation. The legend has it that he perished in the attempt and that his ghost roams Fremont Island to this day. Accounts have claimed Baptiste’s ghost wanders the island still, uttering unearthly groans, and clutching a bundle of his ill-gotten gains.

Old Briney

Most people know about the famous Loch Ness Monster, or Nessie, who has been sighted in the famous Scottish lake

since the Middle Ages. Most Utahns even know about her distant cousin, the Bear Lake Monster, but few people know of Old Briney, the purported monster of the Great Salt Lake.

Unlike the outgoing Nessie, there have only been two recorded accounts of the

North Shore Monster, or Old Briney. The most clear of which comes from an article in the Salt Lake Herald-Republican in 1877. The account comes from “night hands” working near the lake shore for Barnes and Co. Salt Boilers. According to the account, on the

about their graves being lost? Or are they simply trying to reach out to inform others of the location of their earthly remains?

Regardless of what the explanation is for these unexplained phenomena, whether it’s radio waves, or in reality something unexplained, Fielding Garr ranch is one of the best spooky spots in Davis County and would make for an intriguing visit this October.

night of July 8, 1877, the men heard strange noises from the lake, which they had heard before. What made them take to their heels, however, was the sight of a creature emerge from the water, "a huge mass of hide and fin rapidly approaching, and when within a few yards of the shore it raised its enormous head and uttered a terrible bellow."

J. H. McNeil, the only man whose name is attached to the account gave a detailed description of the creature, claiming it was “a great animal like a crocodile or alligator, approaching the bank, but much larger than I had ever heard of one being. It must have been seventy-five feet long, but the head was not like an alligator's it was more like a horse’s. When within a few yards of the shore it made a loud noise and my companion and I fled up the mountain, where we stayed all night. When we came down in the morning we saw tracks on the shore, but nothing else.”

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Great Salt Lake Whales

Another possible explanation for Old Briney, if indeed they exist, would be the legendary whales of the Great Salt Lake. Many people have heard the rumor about the huge marine mammals in the saline lake, but where did it come from?

An article published in the Utah Enquirer of June 24, 1890, is to blame. The article details how a British naturalist and “Scientific gentleman of the whale industry” James Wickham decided it was high time to plop a few whales into the Great Salt Lake. Why? The reason is never clearly stated, but, Wickham apparently had the time, and the means, so, according to the article, he went about it in earnest.

Wickham’s team captured two “southern or Australian whale(s),” and transported them, via rail to the Great Salt Lake where they quickly escaped their pen. Wickham returned to the lake six months later, and reportedly saw that the pair had doubled in size, and were being followed by “a school of several hundred young.”

Despite a subsequent article saying that the Enquirer had published the story clipped from an “Eastern exchange” to show how little people back east actually knew about Utah, the rumor has persisted to this day.

The sitting room, or parlor at Fielding Garr Ranch, where much of the paranormal activity has been reported. Photo by Braden Nelsen

Could this be what the Great Salt Lake Monster looks like?

The newspaper report of the Jean Baptiste story, circa 1893. Courtesy Photos

‘Jekyll & Hyde’ a chilling tale of good and evil

By Becky Ginos | becky.g@davisjournal.com

CENTERVILLE—Does anyone really know what is deep inside? Is there an evil side that fights against the good? Dr. Henry Jekyll considers that question in an effort to find a cure for his father who is suffering from mental illness.

Set in London in the 1800s, CenterPointe Legacy Theatre’s production of the Robert Louis Stevenson classic Jekyll & Hyde takes a more sinister turn as the brilliant scientist’s passion turns dark. Jekyll tries to convince the Board of Governors and other townsfolk that he can prove his theory if only he can just find a test subject. He is rebuffed by the board that does not believe his claims.

His fiancé, Emma Carew’s unwavering love and devotion spurs him on to find the answers. At a bachelor’s party before their wedding day, Jekyll meets Lucy Beaconsfield, a prostitute with a good heart. Although they are drawn to each other Jekyll does not succumb to her advances. However, Lucy is enamored by the doctor because of his gentle and caring manner toward her.

When Jekyll realizes he has no support for his experiment, he decides to test it on himself, resulting in a more dramatic transformation than he could ever imagine. The once good man whose only desire was to discover a treatment for his ailing father and others, finds himself becoming something much more sinister – his alter ego Edward Hyde.

Hyde sets about causing mayhem in the town and murdering all those who stand in his way, especially members of the Board of Governors who dismissed his scientific project. Jekyll tries to stop Hyde, but realizes the monster he has created cannot be stopped. The townspeople become increasingly fearful as there is murder after murder. Jekyll tries to protect his loved ones from his monstrous alter ego by hiding away in his laboratory. Even shutting out Emma as their wedding day approaches. Leaving his best friend John Utterson baffled by his behavior as well.

When Lucy comes to his door and presents the card Jekyll gave her in case she ever needed his help, he relents and sees her. Lucy shows Jekyll the wounds she suffered from one of her customers and he tenderly treats the bruises. Little does she know about the evil that lurks inside.

The hauntingly beautiful music by Frank Wildhorn is the backdrop for this chilling story of good and evil while creating some lighter moments at the brothel.

Ben Lowell (TTHS) brings Jekyll and Hyde to life portraying the earnest scientist who flips the switch to become the monster Hyde. Lowell’s strong singing voice portrays the torture he is going through. Lucy (Casey Matern, TTHS) proves that she is more than just a prostitute. Clay Rockwood (John Utterson, TTHS) plays the ever faithful friend and Amanda Frisby (Emma Carew, TTHS) Jekyll’s devoted fiancé.

A talented cast gives the audience a glimpse of how the townsfolk are impacted by Jekyll’s experiment that

went airy.

Jekyll & Hyde is probably not for young children because of the dark and sinister themes of the play but it’s a treat for everyone else.

Jekyll & Hyde runs through Oct. 21, Monday – Saturday at 7:30 p.m. Saturday Matinees 2:30 p.m. Tickets are $19-37 and available by calling 801-298-1302 or online at CPTUtah.org. CenterPoint Legacy Theatre is located at 525 N. 400 West in Centerville. l

Dr. Henry Jekyll lights up as he dreams of the possibility of what his scientific experiment could mean. Photo by Micah Young

Empowering communities for a connected future

By Peri Kinder | peri.k@thecityjournals.com

As the world becomes more connected, equitable access to digital platforms is increasingly important. While more people than ever have internet access, there are still gaps in coverage based on income, location and education.

Comcast, a global media and technology company, has become a pivotal force in bridging that digital divide. Understanding the importance of the issue, Comcast’s programs, services and partnerships are geared toward creating affordable high-speed internet access for students, communities, businesses and families.

For students, digital learning loss was intensified by the COVID-19 pandemic, disproportionately affecting children from low-income families. Through a partnership with Comcast, the Boys & Girls Clubs of Greater Salt Lake provides digital resources and internet connection for children to succeed.

“Comcast’s financial support is critical for our goal of helping kids to be successful in school,” said BGCGSL President/CEO Amanda Ree Hughes. “One of the other partnerships that we have with Comcast is the Lift Zones, which are Wi Fi hotspots that increase our bandwidth at our hub locations in our computer lab, so the kids are able to access the computers and the technology at a greater capacity than what we could do on our own.”

With seven locations across Salt Lake, Carbon and Tooele County, the BGC-GSL serves more than 6,000 children every year through its afterschool and summer programs. Comcast has supported its mission for decades, providing technology and funding for computer labs and STEM programs.

The Youth Impact Center in Ogden is also a beneficiary of Comcast’s dedication to bridging the digital gap. The Lift Zones at the Youth Impact Center provide access to computers and internet services to help students stay connected and continue learning, regardless of their financial circumstances.

Kelli Meranda is the director of Promise South Salt Lake, an initiative created by the City of South Salt Lake to provide out-of-school programming at 13 neighborhood centers, along with classes and resources for adults. With a focus on academic excellence,

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there, the chapter members were talking about an anthology that they were getting ready to release that they were accepting submissions for. I thought I had a little story for that.”

She submitted her story and it was accepted. She’s gone on to write four novels, a novella and several short stories for horror anthologies. Her novella, “Mousetrap”, won the Silver Quill Award in August.

Larrinaga is a member of the Utah Chapter of the Horror Writers Association, organized by Langille. She believes horror writing taps into our deepest fears and provides the opportunity to confront the darkness within us.

“I think [horror stories] give us kind of a tangible, actual, literal feeling,” Larrinaga said. “We can feel it in our bodies when our heart starts to race or that sense of relief when that quiet moment comes, or the humor comes. We feel all of that in our bodies with actual physiological responses. So I think that’s what attracts us. We get some genuine highs and lows.”

Langille (who writes under the name C.L. Langille) now works with several horror writers including Scott Johnson, Caleb Stephens and P.L. McMillan, and has a new book coming out in October

Promise SSL is committed to youth in the community by offering free services that emphasize equity, diversity and children-first policies.

Its Three Promises are 1) every child has the opportunity to attend and graduate from college, 2) every resident has a safe, clean home and neighborhood, and 3) everyone has the opportunity to be healthy and to prosper.

Through Comcast’s support, the Lift Zones at the South Salt Lake Community Center and the Historic Scott School Community Center provide free WiFi for residents in the city.

“In addition, Comcast has been an active participant on our digital inclusion committee in partnership with South Salt Lake and Millcreek City lending their expertise and knowledge in bridging the digital divide in our communities,” Meranda said, “and helping to support ideas and programs and services to make sure all of our residents have access to much-needed service.”

Comcast knows internet access is no longer a luxury. The company continues to invest in students, programs, resources and opportunities dedicated to providing digital equity.

For example, Comcast is participating in the federal government’s Affordable Connectivity Program and the $30/month benefit can be applied to any tier of Xfinity Internet service.

“We’ve introduced two new ways for customers to connect through ACP and both are available to any customer who qualifies in all the company’s service areas,” said Deneiva Knight, external affairs director at Comcast Mountain West Region. “Customers can sign up for Internet Essentials Plus, which includes 100 Mbps download speeds, a cable modem, and WiFi router, and is free after the government’s ACP credit is applied.”

Comcast recognizes the importance of digital inclusion and is deeply committed to making a difference in Utah communities.

“The digital divide in Utah is a gap we’re dedicated to closing," said Knight. “To us, internet access is a necessity in today’s world. That’s why we continue to invest to promote digital equity. Together, we can bridge the digital divide and create a more connected, inclusive future for everyone in Utah.” l

titled “Branches and Bone”. It’s a weird mix of horror and the Old West. Readers interested in horror can find books at TimberGhostPress.com.

“I think people like to read those stories because it can give you a little bit of a rush, an adrenaline rush, but in a safe manner,” Langille said. “We can read all these scary stories from the safety of our own home and not have to worry about if there really is something in the closet or someone in the house who’s coming to get us. So we can get that thrill but not have to actually live it.” l

Comcast’s programs that help bridge the digital gap are an investment in the future of connection throughout the state of Utah. (Courtesy of Comcast)

OBITUARIES

July 14, 1934-Sept. 30, 2023

Diane Pearl Stowe Gibbs, age 89, of Bountiful Utah, beloved wife, mother, grandmother, and great grandmother passed away peacefully Sept. 30, 2023. She was surrounded by loving family members after a hard-fought battle of declining health, including cancer. Her graceful ending complimented a lifetime of unending charity and Christlike service to everyone she met. Diane was born July 14, 1934, in Ogden, Utah to William Hessel and Mildred Madsen Stowe. She was the first of five children, two brothers David Stowe (Flo) and Neal Stowe (Peggy), who preceded her in death and two sisters Nancy Kader (Omar) of Fairfax, Virginia, and Connie Wall (Richard, deceased) of Ogden, Utah. Her childhood was filled with sledding hills, rodeos, peonies, and Farr Ice Cream. She graduated in 1952 from Ogden High School. She was one of five girls who received a scholarship to go to nursing school at Thomas Dee School of Nursing. She was a labor and delivery nurse for 40 years in Bountiful and taught prenatal classes for many years. She aided in the delivery of all her grandchildren and many, many others. There were several newborns named after Diane due to her loving care.

In Ogden, Diane met the love of her life when Calvin Gibbs moved in across the street. They were assigned to decorate a church dance in 1951, and he noticed the girl in the yellow pedal pushers and the green sweater, and he knew she was the one for him. Cal was drafted in the army and was shipped off to Fort Ord, where she went to visit him. While there, he proposed, and they were married Dec. 18, 1953, in the Logan Temple. They would have celebrated their 70th wedding anniversary this December.

She was an active member of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, serving many times as a Relief Society President, Young Women’s President, Primary President, and working with the youth in young adult wards. She served as a temple worker and host at the Joseph Smith Memorial Building. She and Cal served a Church Education Mission to Baltimore, Maryland from 1998 to 1999, where they made many lifelong friends. Her spiritual life displayed every Christlike gift, and she blessed everyone she met. She was loved and admired by all those she served.

Her heart was full of love and concern for every person. She opened her home to everyone, including Nancy Campbell Orgill who lived with them as part of the family until she married. It was not unusual to find other people living in our home. She took in and cared for countless others.

She was an avid reader and loved to learn.

She would read books, magazines, and newspapers every day. She often shared articles, quotes, and ideas from the things she read.

She was very practical except when it came to Christmas, when she loved to spend and spend. It was never on her, but always for others, including a matching set of pajamas for every member of the family. She loved holidays and being with her family. She loved her family fiercely. Her light and love strengthened us all.

Her life was dedicated to others, in small and big ways, never wanting to be the center of attention. Even after she got cancer, she couldn’t be found at home because she was out taking care of others. She worked at creating ways to serve, lift and teach those that needed care. She never stopped doing, working tirelessly to enrich the lives of family, friends, and strangers in her home, church, and community. She lifted the hands that hung down. She will be missed in ways that one can never comprehend.

Diane is survived by her husband Calvin, children Laurie Markisich (Erney), Tracy Haire (John), Brad Gibbs (Wendy), Michael Gibbs (Stacey), and Lisa Avei (Taisi), 20 grandchildren, 15 grandchildren-in-laws, and 28 great grandchildren with two more on the way.

Visitation will be held Sunday, Oct. 8, 2023, from 6 - 8 p.m. at Lindquist’s Bountiful Mortuary, 727 N. 400 E., Bountiful, Utah. Funeral services will be held on Monday, Oct. 9, 2023 at 11 a.m. at the North Canyon Stake Center, 965 East Oakwood Drive, Bountiful, Utah, with visitation at the Stake Center from 9 - 10:30 a.m. prior to the services. Interment will be at Memorial Lakeview Cemetery, Bountiful. Services will be lived-streamed and may be viewed by scrolling to the bottom of Diane’s obituary page at www.lindquistmortuary.com

Randall Arlin Brummett

11-5-1947 – 10-1-2023

Randy Brummett was born Nov. 5, 1947, in Salt Lake City, Utah. He moved to Bountiful, Utah at the age of 11 and spent the rest of his life there. He enjoyed spending time outdoors with his boys and family, riding motorcycles, camping, hunting, and fishing. He traveled to Moab with friends and family every spring for 30 years. When not spending time working on cars or building his next jeep for Moab, he loved spending his time with family, hanging out with friends and being with Shirley. He sadly passed away on Sunday, Oct. 1, 2023, surrounded by his family and loved ones. He is survived by his lifelong love Shirley Cushing, his son Jason Brummett (wife Heather and granddaughters Payton and Bailey), his son Jeremy Brummett (wife Jessi and granddaughters Alexia and Nataliah), brother Jeff Brummett (Kaye), sister Sherry Cummins (Mike), three nieces and two nephews. He is preceded in death by his father, Lawrence Brummett; mother, Frances Hart Brummett; and nephew, Tyson Brummett. Funeral services will be held at 10 a.m. on Wednesday, Oct. 11, 2023, at Russon Mortuary, 295 North Main Street, Bountiful, Utah where a viewing will be held Tuesday evening from

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SCALLEY READING BATES HANSEN & RASMUSSEN, P.C.

Attorneys for Abdulsalam Ismaeil

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Telephone: (801) 531-7870

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Counsel for Abdulsalam Ismaeil IN THE SECOND JUDICIAL DISTRICT COURT IN AND FOR DAVIS COUNTY, STATE OF UTAH

NOTICE TO CREDITORS

In the Matter of the Estate of GABRIELLA LILLIAN CUBAS-ISMAEIL a.k.a. GABRIELLA CUBAS, deceased, ABDUL SALAM JSMAEIL, 1052 Allington Drive, North Salt Lake, UT, 84054, has been appointed Personal Representative of the estate of the above-named decedent. Creditors of the estate are hereby notified to present their claims to the above Personal Representative or the clerk of the court within three (3) months after the date of the first publication of this notice or be forever barred.

DATED this 13th day of September 2023.

ABDULSALAM ISMAEIL

Publishing: Sept. 22, 2023, Sept. 29, 2023, Oct. 6, 2023

PAUL J. BARTON

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Attorney for the Personal Representative 3500 South Main Street, Suite 100 Salt Lake City, Utah 84115 Telephone No. (801) 322-2300

INTHE SECOND JUDICIAL DISTRICT COURT OF DAVIS COUNTY STATE OF UTAH

ANNOUNCEMENT OF APPOINTMENT AND NOTICE TO CREDITORS

Estate of Sherell R. Powell, Deceased

Probate No. 233700450

Celia Powell, whose address is 2793 Marcus Road, West Valley City, UT 84110, has been appointed Personal Representative of the above-entitled estate. Creditors of the estate are hereby notified to: (1) deliver or mail their written claims to the Personal Representative at the address above; (2) deliver or mail their written claims to the Personal Representative’s attorney of record, Paul J. Barton, at the following address: 3500 South Main Street #100, Salt Lake City, Utah 84115; or (3) file their written claims with the Clerk of the District Court in Davis County, or otherwise present their claims as required by Utah law within three months after the date of the first publication of this notice or be forever barred.

Date of first publication:

Paul J. Barton

Attorney for the Personal Representative

3500 South Main Street, Suite 100

Salt Lake City, Utah 84115

Telephone No. (801) 322-2300

Publishing: Sept. 22, 2023, Sept. 29, 2023, Oct. 6, 2023

ANNOUNCEMENT OF APPOINTMENT AND NOTICE TO CREDITORS

Probate No 233700541

In the Second Judicial District Court-Farmington 800 West State Street, Farmington, UT 84025

In the matter of the Estate of John Stanley Erickson, also known as John Erickson Sonya Jean Snow of 165 Dale Ave, Vernal, UT 84078 has been appointed Personal Representative of the above entitled estate. Creditors of the estate are hereby notified to: (1) deliver or mail their written claims to the Personal Representative at the address above; (2) deliver or mail their written claims to the Personal Representatives attorney of record, Jon F. Pfeifer, 124 S. 600 E., Salt Lake City, UT 84102 (3) file their written claims with the Clerk of the District Court at 800 West State Street, Farmington, UT 84025, Davis County, Utah, or otherwise present their claims as required by Utah law within three months after the date of the first publication of this notice or be forever barred.

Dated 09/26/2023

/s/ Jon F. Pfeifer

/s/ Sonya Jean Snow

124 S. 600 E., Salt Lake City, UT 84102 801-363-2999

Date of first publication 09/29/2023

Publishing: 9/29/2023, 10/6/2023, 10/13/2023

NOTICE TO CREDITORS TO FILE CLAIMS WITH TRUSTEE OF THE HADDEN FAMILY TRUST

STANLEY RAY HADDEN died on August 5, 2023. Susan Kay Jones (“Co- Trustee”), whose address is 1671 East Amber Crest Lane, Draper, UT 84020; and Scott James Hadden (“Co-Trustee”), whose address is 1901 Z Street, Heyburn, ID 83336, are serving as Co-Trustees of the Hadden Family Trust (“Trust”). Creditors of the Trust and/or the Estate of Stanley Ray Hadden are hereby notified to: (1) deliver or mail their written claims to the Trustee at the address above; or (2) deliver or mail their written claims to the Trustee’s attorney of record, David R. Williams, Esq., at the following address: 1802 W. South Jordan Parkway, Ste. 200, South Jordan, UT 84095; or otherwise present their claims as required by Utah law within three months after the date of the first publication of this notice or be forever barred.

Date of first publication:

/s/ Susan Kaye Jones

Susan Kaye Jones, Co-Trustee

TELEVISION GUIDE

Hollywood Q&A

By Adam Thomlison TV Media

Q: I watched “Jurassic World” and noticed that Claire apparently wore high heels during the entire movie, including outrunning a T-Rex. Did Bryce Dallas Howard actually wear them the whole time or was it CGI or something?

A: The choice to have Claire Dearing, the straight-laced park operations manager in “Jurassic World” (2015), wear

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heels proved to be surprisingly controversial.

Of all the fantastical, giant-sized events that happen in the film, the one that many fans took issue with was seeing Claire sprint around the revived dinosaur theme park entirely in very impractical footwear.

While that might seem like an insignificant detail in the film’s grand scheme, star Bryce Dallas Howard (“The Help,” 2011) said it was a deliberate choice, on her part, that said a lot about her character.

“The takeaway from ‘Jurassic World’ is not, at all times, be ready to run from a dinosaur,” she told fashion magazine Hello Giggles. “The takeaway is that if she could outrun a T-Rex in high heels, how badass is she? And so of course she’s going to wear heels to the office, and

that was something that kind of felt, I don’t know, I was like, ‘There was no other choice.’”

And, of course, having made that decision, she knew it wouldn’t be OK to fake it with special effects. “I felt like I needed to get myself sorted and learn how to run in heels,” she told Made In Hollywood TV. “Now I can put that on my resume under special skills.”

Q: What has the actor who played Linda on “Blue Bloods” been doing since she was written off the show?

A: Amy Carlson (“Blue Bloods,” “Third Watch”) has been pounding the pavement again — virtually, at least.

After [six-year-old spoiler alert] her “Blue Bloods” character was killed off in 2017, Carlson is back to chasing sup-

porting roles, indie films and shorts, much like she did earlier in her career.

Most notably, she did a two-episode arc as Jackie Ward on “FBI: Most Wanted” (another police procedural) in the 202021 season, and two episodes of the sci-fi drama “The Society” in 2019.

But the process of finding roles has changed a bit since the days before she was a prime-time fixture. She posted a refreshingly frank message on Instagram, saying she’s discovered that actors now are required to record their own audition tapes at home, whereas earlier (particularly pre-pandemic), they had casting directors helping them to record their audition performances.

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Davis County Health Department offers help and hope

CLEARFIELD—With the end of September came the end of Suicide Prevention Month, but that doesn’t make the subject any less important throughout the rest of the year. In fact, with winter coming on, the days getting shorter, and the risk of seasonal depression heightening, there could be no better time to address this topic.

Teresa Smith and Jessica Gehring both work with suicide prevention year-round in the Davis County Health Department, and gave some important data, as well as helpful tips to weather the months and years ahead, especially for those at risk of dying by suicide. Funded through legislation, the program brings a lot of important resources to Davis County.

Working with people all over Davis County, Smith, and Gehring have worked tirelessly to provide not only intervention and prevention but also postvention – helping those that have been affected by suicide, which, according to some studies, can be up to 135 people in the circle around the person who passed away.

Like other experts in the field, Smith and Gehring pointed out that in Davis County, as in the rest of the world, men are at higher risk for dying by suicide, particularly in the 18-24 age range. They also mentioned that this group is

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one of the hardest to reach, as they’re often working while Smith, Gehring, and their team are out teaching, and giving resources.

The embodiment of their cause, however, as Smith put it is “There is hope, and there is healing. Recovery is possible.” Both Smith and Gehring also gave some practical tips on how to lessen the chance of someone endangering themselves, particularly in Davis County.

The leading cause of death by suicide in the county is firearm usage, they said, saying that, if you or someone you know may be at risk, find a way to put some distance between them and any firearms that may be in their home. They also mentioned that many places around the county offer gunlocks which can provide yet another barrier between an at-risk person and a firearm.

There are also abundant resources like the 988 number which started just last year as a counseling line for those that might be having suicidal thoughts. The number isn’t just for those in need of counseling, however – friends and loved ones can also call this number, and receive expert advice on how to help someone with those kinds of thoughts.

There are also things like Live On, and SafeUT – a crisis chat and tip line which, like 988, can provide people

with real-time crisis intervention, all confidentially, and all right from your smartphone. As the SafeUT website says, resources like these can, “help you move from a place of crisis or distress to a calmer, safer place. We then help you create a plan to stay safe and get connected with resources that can help you solve the problems you’re facing.”

With all of these programs, Gehring emphasized just how important it is to them to, “make sure people have access to mental health resources in the community,” going on to explain that they are always working on improving and updating their available resources, including bi-annual mental health screenings. These screenings are fantastic ways to help detect signs and symptoms early, just as in physical health, and help connect those who may be struggling with mental health professionals, “we want to work together to make a greater impact.” As with physical health issues, with mental and emotional health, the more awareness, the more that can be done.

As a final admonition, Gehring and Smith remind Davis County residents to “be aware of those around you,” and “don’t be afraid to ask.” It’s these simple, consistent actions that can make the difference, and save lives. l

Draft Environmental Impact Statement released for I-15 from Farmington to Salt Lake

FARMINGTON—The Utah Department of Transportation (UDOT) recently announced completion of the draft Environmental Impact Statement (DEIS) for potential improvements to the I-15 corridor between Salt Lake City and Farmington. The public was presented with ideas and options for the preferred alternative in late 2022.

“Our purpose has been to analyze and recommend transportation solutions that improve mobility and quality of life for all users of the corridor in the face of rapid growth,” Tiffany Pocock, Study Manager at UDOT, said. “After extensive technical analysis and engagement with the public to understand the needs and issues in the study area, we have arrived at a preferred alternative we believe meets the transportation needs of

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those using this corridor now and in the future.”

UDOT lists these key features of the preferred alternative:

• An I-15 section with five general purpose lanes and one Express Lane (High Occupancy Toll lane) in each direction to accommodate current and future travel demand in the corridor.

• Improvements to interchanges to better accommodate all users and increase safe access across I-15 in each community.

• Shared-use path between North Salt Lake and Salt Lake City, and new or improved walking and biking paths and sidewalks at several locations to connect existing pedestrian paths and increase safe connection across and along I-15.

The public is invited to provide

feedback on the preferred alternative and DEIS during a formal comment period that runs through Nov. 13, 2023. Comment methods are outlined on the study website.

UDOT will be holding in-person and online open houses. During the online open house the study team will explain the preferred alternative and the public can also ask questions. There will be no formal presentation at the in-person open houses. The in-person meetings include a formal hearing where those interested can provide verbal comment via a court reporter, according to a UDOT release.

An online open house will be held on Monday, Oct. 16, from 5-7 p.m. Details for joining the online meeting will be available on the study website in advance. Two in-person open houses are

also planned:

• Tuesday, Oct. 17, from 5-7 p.m. at the Utah State Fairpark, Bonneville Building (155 North 1000 West, Salt Lake City, UT)

• Wednesday, Oct. 18, from 5-7 p.m. at the South Davis Rec Center (550 North 200 West, Bountiful, UT)

Throughout the comment period, stakeholders can also provide input and feedback on the website as well as by email or traditional mail.

The Draft EIS (DEIS), including the preferred alternative, is now available on the study website, i15eis.udot.utah. gov.l

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Dr. Marc Mitton Board Certified Dermatologist

Certified Dermatologist

Jared Heaton is an attentive and thorough dermatologist & MOHs surgeon, serving his patients in Bountiful, Centerville, North Salt Lake, Woods Cross, Farmington, Kaysville and West Bountiful.

Dr. Heaton is board-certified in dermatology and is currently a member of the American Society of MOHs Surgeons.

Dr. Heaton prides himself in serving all patient populations and treating all areas of dermatology from children through retirement age. Dr. Heaton performs skin cancer diagnosis and treatment, MOHS surgery, mole exam and removal, acne, warts, cyst removal, spider vein treatment, CO2 laser resurfacing, microneedling and many other skin and cosmetic related procedures.

Dr. Heaton received his undergraduate degree in International Relations with a minor in Asian Studies from Brigham Young University (BYU). He earned his medical degree from Arizona College of Osteopathic Medicine (AZCOM) in Glendale, AZ. And completed both his internship and medical residency in Tampa, Florida.

In his spare time, Dr. Heaton enjoys snowboarding, mountain biking, vacations to Bear Lake, movies, grilling and spending time with his wife and three children at home in Bountiful.

Marc Mitton is a Utah native and cherishes the opportunity to serve the people of this beautiful state. His passion for dermatology began after receiving his own skin cancer diagnosis as a medical student. He believes that listening and being thorough are the keys to successfully practicing medicine. He specializes in skin cancer detection and removal, rashes, acne, warts and molluscum, as well as several other skin conditions. Dr. Mitton has specific interests in complex dermatological conditions and dermoscopy (the use of a light-based tool for classifying skin lesions and certain rashes). He prioritizes staying up to date on recent research, best medical practices and surgical techniques, and enjoys applying them into his practice.

Dr. Mitton received his undergraduate degree in biology at the University of Utah and graduated with his medical degree from Rocky Vista University in Parker, CO. He completed his intern year of residency at LewisGale Hospital Montgomery in Blacksburg, VA and his dermatology residency at Lehigh Valley Health Network in Allentown, PA. His residency provided many opportunities for specialized training including treating potentially life-threatening skin conditions at one of the state’s burn units, training with a nationally-renowned pediatric dermatologist, and countless exposures to rare and difficult-to-treat cases at conferences on a nearweekly basis through Lehigh Valley and the University of Pennsylvania.

In his free time, Dr. Mitton enjoys spending time with his wife and two kids, being outdoors, biking, board games, and especially making weekend breakfasts with specialty pancakes.

Dr. Jared R. Heaton Board

“I have loved Bahr Dermatology. I can always get in for an appointment quickly and Dr. Bahr takes the time to listen to my concerns and explains solutions in depth. I never feel rushed or unheard which is important to me. Also, if I have follow up questions I can always get in touch with someone or Dr. Bahr himself will call me. The commitment to their patients well being has not gone unnoticed and is so appreciated.”

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