The Davis Journal | February 24, 2023

WX drill coach comes full circle

Kelsey Gallagher was a Chatelle in high school and now she’s head coach. page 8

BHS artist wins ‘Best of Show’

NEWS BREAK

By Becky Ginos becky.g@davisjournal.com

BOUNTIFUL—An organization made up of mostly volunteers is making a difference in developing countries across Latin America, Africa and Asia by mentoring the people there to pull them out of poverty and to give them the skills to be successful. Many of those volunteers live right here in Davis County and give of their time to lift others up.

Mentors International works in-country through one-on-one mentoring and vocational training to help individuals, families and businesses to become self-sufficient.

“We’re trying to shift the paradigm for individuals and get them to a better place,” said Curtis Beesley, the President of Mentors International who lives in North Salt Lake. “Mentors teach them English, basic computer skills, how to increase their income, develop savings and reduce personal debt. Even developing countries develop debt.”

It’s a three legged stool, he said. “That’s the mentoring piece and the second leg is vocational job training and the third leg is micro lending and financing a small loan. The average loan is $150.”

Beesley said the organization was already investing in virtual technology before the pandemic. “Nobody knew until 2020 and we had to turn on a dime. In several days we were able to teach courses online.”

Students don’t pay for courses in currency, he said. “They have to perform 40 hours

Please see MENTORS: pg. 2

Russian cosmonauts and U.S. astronaut stranded on space station

Russia is launching a mission on Friday to rescue two cosmonauts and one U.S. astronaut stranded on the International Space Station without a designated ship to get home. The spacecraft that brought them to the ISS in the fall suffered a coolant leak and was deemed unviable for a return trip.

Most balloons come in peace

The sky hasn't been a safe space for balloons lately, and scientists want you to know that most of them come in peace. Balloons have been used to look at everything from cosmic rays to the ozone layer. Many scientific researchers around the country have, until now, been using balloons under the public’s radar. Balloons regularly carry physics experiments, collect atmospheric data, and test new pieces of scientific equipment. It remains to be seen whether that research will be disrupted following the Chinese balloon furor, but many scientists involved with the work are bracing for change.

Four-day workweek pilot program found to be successful

Nearly all of the 61 companies in the U.K. that participated in a four-day workweek pilot program have decided to continue with the reduced schedule. Employees reported less work-related stress, lower rates of burnout and higher job satisfaction, while companies reported increased revenue and lower absenteeism.

FBI reports victims of scams have lost a total of more than $429 million

The FBI's most recent internet crime report says victims of romance scams and confidence fraud schemes submitted more than 4,300 complaints to the bureau in 2021. Losses totaled more than $429 million and victims reported the use of investment or cryptocurrency.

World’s oldest flush toilet discovered in China

A 2,400 year old flush toilet was reported to have been discovered in an archeological dig in Xi’an China, making it potentially the oldest evidence of a septic system in recorded history. The system would have required water to be added to a tank after each “flush,” but would also suggest the existence of an extensive sewage system. Similar systems discovered in ancient Rome occurred several hundred years later.

CAPITAL CORNER

Bill would remove state sales tax on food

HB101 1st Sub Food Sales Tax Amendments, that would remove the state portion of sales tax on food, is moving through the legislature. It is contingent on removing the constitutional earmark for income tax revenue laid out in SJR10. Currently, the Utah Constitution mandates all income tax revenue be used only for certain items.

If HB101 1st Sub passes and voters ap-

prove it in the 2024 general election, eliminating the state sales tax on food would result in a $200 million total tax reduction, a legislative release said.

“The way our budget is structured, income tax is used only to fund higher and public education, children and people with disabilities,” said Sen. Ann Millner.

“Education has and will continue to be a priority in our state. Over the last few years, we have made historic investments in education, showing our commitment to Utah students and the education community. Under the current budget structure, sales tax on food helps to fund all state needs, including Medicaid, homeless programs, public safety, courts, parks, etc. To continue funding these needed programs without the sales tax on food, we will need to restructure the budget.”

“Utah is the only state in the nation that has these types of budget constraints,” said Rep. Mike Schultz. “We can’t remove the sales tax on food and continue to efficiently balance the state budget. I’m excited to give citizens the opportunity to make the final decision at the ballot box next November.”

The bill was scheduled to be heard in the House Revenue and taxation Committee on Tuesday, Feb. 21.

Tax relief proposal announced

The Utah Legislature has reduced taxes by nearly $300 million over the past two years. In an effort to keep Utah’s commitment to reduce taxes, the Senate and House Majority Caucuses propose an additional $400 million in tax relief for Utahns, a legislative release said.

H.B. 54 Tax Revisions, sponsored by Rep. Steve Eliason and Sen. Daniel McCay, includes:

• Reducing all Utahns’ income tax rate from 4.85% to 4.65%.

• Expanding Social Security tax credit eligibility to individuals earning up to $75,000 per year.

• Providing a tax benefit for pregnant women by allowing a double dependent exemption for children in the year of their birth.

• Increasing the earned income tax credit (EITC) from 15% to 20% of the federal credit.

By lowering Utah’s income tax to 4.65%, an average family of four making $80,000 a year will see a $208 reduction in tax liability.

• Low-income households will see about a 22% tax cut.

• Middle-income households will see about a 6% tax cut.

• High-income households will see about a 4% tax cut.

“2023 will be the year of the tax cut again, again, again,” said Senate President J. Stuart Adams in a release. “For the third year in a row, we will return money to the hard-working Utahns who earned it. We will continue to promote long-term investments that help families, individuals and businesses succeed. We will also fund education at record levels and address pressing issues facing our state, including Utah’s water crisis. The foresight of years past has enabled our economy to be the envy of the nation, and we are committed to having the same foresight that has and will continue to produce a strong and stable economy.”

“We firmly believe money is best used when left in the pockets of our citizens and we’ve clearly demonstrated that the past few years,” said Speaker Brad Wilson. “The Legislature is constantly looking at ways to reduce taxes while being fiscally responsible and good stewards of our resources. The best way we can ensure Utahns can continue calling Utah home is by passing family and business-friendly policies, including reducing taxes. I am thrilled that we once again are considering historic tax relief and know Utahns will benefit for years to come.”

H.B. 54 was scheduled to be heard in the House Revenue and Taxation Committee on Tuesday, Feb. 21. l

of service. That gives them some skin in the game to better themselves. It’s not a hand out it's a hand up.”

“I started in 2018 then joined the board of mentors,” said Board Chair Curtis Oscarson. “Lifting a generation is cause for hope one life at a time.”

The organization recently merged with Elevate Global, “an innovative provider of small business training, in-field operations technology and real-time impact measurement in Latin America,” according to Mentor International.

“We’re four times bigger than three years ago,” Oscarson said. “It brings in a lot of money from donors that is going to people in poverty.”

“Most employees are hired in-country,” said Board Member Liz Mumford, who also serves as Davis District School Board President. “It gives them good jobs that are stable. I love meeting with the mentors and visiting the different clients they’re serving.”

Mumford said she got started with the organization as a donor family several years

Getting to Know Dr. Heaton

Jared Heaton is an attentive and thorough dermatologist, serving his patients in Davis County. Dr. Heaton is Board-certified in dermatology, and he 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. He places a strong empahsis on catering to the retirement population in his community as skin cancer is more prevalent in this age group.

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

In his spare time, Dr. Heaton enjoys mountain biking, snowboarding, parafoil kite flying, and spending time with his wife and three children.

ago. “I was impressed so I got more involved and then joined the board. I traveled to the Philippines and Guatemala and have Cambodia coming up. Meeting with the clients was the emotional part and it sealed the deal for me.”

In the Philippines mentors help business entrepreneurs with market strategies like buying in bulk, she said. “It moves the street vendor to a store. In Guatemala they’re teaching them about irrigation and seasonal crops. There’s a variety of things with each country depending on that area.”

The Executive Board has five members, said Mumford. “Everyone is a volunteer. There are only a few employees in the states. It’s a small group. We deploy most of the resources in-country.”

Mumford said in her work in schools and other areas she sees that people want to take care of their own communities first then they are looking beyond to serve all around the world. “We work with amazing people as mentors.”

“This is the best thing I’ve ever done,” said Beesley. “It’s not for money – it’s for the people we’re serving. That's why I do it.” l

MENTORS: Continued from pg.1

Compiled by Becky Ginos

Dr. Jared R. Heaton Board Certified Dermatologist Shalise Owens DNP, FNP-C

BOARD MEMBER LIZ MUMFORD and her husband with a family in Guatemala. Mumford has served on the Mentor

Board for eight years.

Photo courtesy of Liz Mumford

Penny Ann’s Cafe brings its award-winning menu to Bountiful

By Peri Kinder peri.k@davisjournal.com

Since 2011, Penny Ann’s Cafe has been serving up hearty breakfast, delicious brunch and mouthwatering lunch items. Home of the “Heavenly Hot Cakes,” the cafe has won numerous awards for its family-friendly atmosphere and delicious food.

The Willey family is originally from New York but brought their East Coast diner vibes to Utah with sisters Penny Ann and Cindy chatting with patrons, brother Warren cooking up the menu as the executive chef and brother Paul serving as CEO to keep daily operations running smooth.

“We’re very family oriented,” Paul said. “Our clientele are people who want to come celebrate birthdays or anniversary, and we have a business crowd as well, coming in for meetings. We want to be that gathering place where people go to celebrate or get together and enjoy a good breakfast.”

Family-owned and operated, Penny Ann’s Cafe just opened its fourth location in Bountiful at 234 S. 500 West as it expands out of Salt Lake County to bring their breakfast and lunch favorites to new customers. The cafe can also be found in Salt Lake City (1810 S. Main St.), Draper (280 E.12300 South) and Taylorsville (1856 W. 5400 South). Each location is open seven days a week from 7 a.m. to 2:30 p.m.

“Bountiful is a great area but there aren’t a lot of breakfast spots,” Paul said. “We’ve had our sights set on going north and hitting Bountiful first. It’s such a great location.”

For those unfamiliar with Penny Ann’s menu, the Heavenly Hot Cakes are a customer favorite and the restaurant’s claim to fame. Fans of the hot cakes can also purchase the Heavenly Hot Cakes mix to make in the comfort of their own homes.

Another “can’t miss” menu item is the Pot of Gold, a hearty dish with bacon,

ham, sausage, mushrooms, peppers and onions, mixed with potatoes, topped with cheese and eggs and smothered with sau sage gravy.

The breakfast nachos feature torti lla chips (fried in-house), topped with melted cheese, eggs and the restaurant’s incredible homemade pork chili verde. The famous grilled Reuben includes thinly-sliced corned beef, sauerkraut, Swiss cheese and Thousand Island dress ing cooked to perfection on marbled rye bread.

Lunch sandwiches and burgers are served with a choice of Caesar salad, gar den salad, French fries, or coleslaw and the fluffy omelets come with home-fried potatoes and choice of toast, French toast or Heavenly Hot Cakes. All menu items are available throughout the day.

“We’ll have people come in early in the morning, they just came off the graveyard shift, and they want a Reuben or a burger at 7:30 in the morning, and they get it,” Paul said. “It’s important that our staff has the evening for their families and it’s great we don’t have to work in the evenings, as well.”

With their focus on quality and ser vice, the Willey family wants their cafe to be a place people want to visit. For more information, go to Pennyannscafe.com.

“We want people feeling like they’re coming into our home,” Paul said. “We drive that home during our monthly serv er meetings, letting our servers know that we don’t want this to just be a job. We want the guests to feel like it’s not just a typical lunch or breakfast spot. We’re doing a good job in setting us apart but as we grow we want to keep that feeling.”

MAJ. GEN. MICHAEL (MG) TURLEY hugs a family member of a fallen soldier during a ceremony held at the Capitol.

Artist finds inspiration from the world around her

By Becky Ginos becky.g@davisjournal.com

BOUNTIFUL—Bountiful High senior Amanda Brown uses her talent in digital art to capture the emotions of those around her. The talented artist was recently awarded “Best of Show” in the Northern Utah High School Arts Competition and given a $7,500 scholarship to use for college.

“I was super surprised when I won,” said Brown. “There were tons of mediums and so many cool artists there.”

The Northern Utah High School Arts Competition is an art exhibition of the finest work from high school seniors in Davis, Rich, Cache, Box Elder and Weber counties. It is on display at the Eccles Community Arts Center in Ogden. “It is a cool house with all this artwork around it,” said Brown. Her piece “Reflection” is of a girl looking at her reflection, said Brown. “It’s your inspiration and perception of yourself and how other people view you.”

Brown said her ideas for her art come from many places. “I find inspiration online or from the world around me then I draw it. I started out with pencils when I first learned to draw. During COVID I started doing digital art and tried other mediums to see what I liked and I liked digital the best.”

To create her work Brown said she uses an iPad. “I also use the Procreate app. You can draw whatever you like and make your own brushes.”

“She’s an incredible talent,” said Danna Sides, Brown’s art teacher at Bountiful High. “You rarely see a student with that ability and technique.”

Amanda’s just great to have in class, said Sides. “She’s very humble. She has an artist’s voice and vocabulary for exploring the emotion in her paintings and digital work. You can see the sadness and joy in

the eyes and face of the girl in ‘Reflection.’”

Brown plans to go to either the University of Utah or BYU and major in fine arts.

“I haven’t decided which one yet,” she said.

“I’ll major in fine arts but then I might be directed to something else.”

She recently won an award at the Springville art show and at the BDAC as well.

Art is not her only passion. “I’m in band, choir, track and cross country,” said Brown. “I’m also taking AP Classes and I’m in the honor society.”

Six other Davis School District students won awards in the art competition:

• Averie Neil of Clearfield High won an Award of Merit and a $2,000 scholarship for the piece “Navie”

• Nelia Mislang-Darden of Northridge High won an Award of Merit and a $2,000 scholarship for the piece “My Nkisi Power Figure”

• Anna Stephenson of Woods Cross High won an Award of Merit and a $2,000 scholarship for the piece “Faceless Daisy”

• Tommy Potter of Northridge High won an Art Center Award and a $1,000 scholarship for the piece “Dragon Celadon”

• Ellie Fowers of Northridge High won a Juror’s Award and a $1,500 scholarship

for the piece “Inevitable End”

• Hannah Taylor of Farmington High won a Juror’s Award and a $1,500 scholarship for the piece “My Still Life” A virtual tour of the Northern Utah High School Arts Competition is available at https://bit.ly/3WCo3W3. l

Rosie Project aimed at training military spouses for IT careers

By Becky Ginos becky.g@davisjournal.com

HILL AIR FORCE BASE—Named for Rosie the Riveter who represented women that went to work to support the war effort during World War II, the Rosie Project is meant to bring out the modern day version of those military spouses as they are supporting the warfighter. The program is a partnership between Weber State University and Hill Air Force Base to train military spouses for IT careers.

“It can be hard for a spouse to get a job off base,” said Aniza Brown, executive director of Catalyst Campus, Ogden. “If they give an address on base sometimes they’re not hired because they know they won’t be staying. Or their husband is deployed but they want a divorce so the wife and kids are moved off base. They’re overlooked quite a bit.”

The tuition-free information technology program gives active duty military spouses the skills they need to be qualified to work with the Department of Defense at whatever base they’re stationed at.

“They come to class once a week in person and then do the rest of the coursework online at home on their own time,” said Beth Rhoades, executive director of programs for WSU’s Division of Online and Continuing Education. “They have instruction and discussion then they’re sent off on their own.”

Child care and food is provided, she said. “We want to remove those barriers. We also give them a laptop to borrow throughout the program if they don’t have the ability for that at home. We

teach them how to use it. They don’t have to have any knowledge of anything. We start at ground zero.”

The sequence is five and a half months long and has about 20 people in each cohort. “The cohort system teaches students to collaborate with each other,” said Rhoades. “It creates a family as they meet each week and as they work through things in class. It teaches ownership of learning and a feeling of connection so that all military spouses can progress in learning.”

They have the potential to earn up to three industry certifications that qualify them to get a level 2210 position within the DOD, she said. “This will give them the opportunity for positions around the globe as they get moved. It gives them the skills to find another government position at whatever base they’re transferred to.”

The program is taught by WSU School of Computing faculty and the first cohort starts Feb. 28 with the second

starting in September. It is for both past and present military spouses that include both men and women.

“We give them all the resources they need to pass the Security+ exam,” said Brown. We also bring in IT professors at Hill who talk about what it’s like working there so they learn on the job as well.”

The Rosies came together, she said. “They helped each other with child

care, washing, etc. and said ‘lean on us to make sure you’re successful.’ We’re creating the same thing here.” Rosie the Riveter was the motivation and inspiration for women, said Rhoades.

“This is our current call – we need them. It’s their time to shine and grow.” l

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BOUNTIFUL HIGH SENIOR Amanda Brown’s piece “Reflection” was selected as “Best of Show” at the Northern Utah High School Arts Competition. Several other Davis District students also won awards.

Photos courtesy of Amanda Brown

BROWN’S winning piece, “Reflection.”

WEBER STATE UNIVERSITY and HAFB are partnering for the training program. Photos courtesy of WSU

ROSIE THE RIVETER is the inspiration for a program to give military spouses the skills needed to work for the Department of Defense.

BLAST FROM THE PAST

1923

Bountiful – Automobile traffic to Ogden was closed for some days because of huge drifts that lay across the main north and south highway in Davis county, particularly in the vicinity of Bountiful.

1933

Indications are that heavy snows thus far this winter will create better rearing conditions on the duck breeding areas of Canada and the United States this spring and summer, according to answers to questionnaires sent throughout the country by the American Game association, officials said in a preliminary bulletin just released. Wildfowl suffered severely, particularly in the breeding grounds, for the lack of water during the drought of the last three years. Literally millions of baby ducks died for the want of it.

1943

Financed with an outright government grant, Clearfield’s new $500 fire truck has arrived and the department is organized for fire fighting under the direction of Fire Chief Joe Knight, garage owner. The engine is capable of pumping 1,500 gallons per minute, and 1,000 feet of two and one-quarter inch hose forms part of the equipment, as does a wailing siren and two extension ladders, 12 feet and 24 feet in length, respectively.

1953

Nearly three-fourths of Utah’s land – 71.3 percent to be exact – belongs to the federal government. Yet Utah is only one of six western states where the federal government owns more than 50 percent, and in one case, more than 80 percent, of the land. These and other figures concerning federal owner-

NEWS BRIEFS

ship of Utah land were revealed in a report released recently by the Pacific Central Research Council, National Association of Manufacturers.

1963

Spring and kite flying are just around the corner. And, budding astronauts and jet pilots, who begin their careers in the sky by flying kites these windy days, have a few “don’ts” to remember. Don’t use tinsel string, wire or any twine with metal in it. Don’t fly kites in rainy weather. Don’t run across streets or highways while flying kites. Don’t fly kites over television or radio aerials. Don’t touch fallen electric wires. Don’t fly a kite near electric power lines. Use only dry cotton string and dry cloth in kite tails. Select a clear open space to fly your kite.

1973

Mountains have a definite effect on cloud movement and rainfall. In the United States the really high mountains near the West Coast are a major influence on the weather. In this case they block moist, maritime air, or drain the moisture out of it as it moves east causing the dry regions in the western areas.

1983

Every city isn’t happy, but Farmington, Centerville and West Bountiful are a bit happier and richer thanks to mayoral action last week. It was time to divvy out $850,000 in community development grants and mayors and county commissioners sifted through 18 proposals, asking for $2 million-plus. The proposals will pass to the Wasatch Front Regional Council and state scrutiny with final announcement expected in May.

Police find multiple guns after violent domestic dispute

Syracuse Police responded last week to a report of a domestic violence incident involving a firearm at the East Division Street Market. When officers arrived they found a man hiding behind the counter. The suspect Nasir Frazier was ordered to come out, which he did. While searching the area where Frazier was hiding, police found a firearm, a Smith and Wesson MP9 Shield, along with a backpack and an iPhone. While searching his other belongings police found a metal folding knife, a stolen iPhone, another firearm, a Ruger P95 semi-automatic handgun, which was loaded and marijuana, police said.

The victim in the case told police Frazier had threatened to kill her with a firearm and choked her during a dispute they were having, authorities said.

Frazier was booked on multiple charges, including two counts of Criminal Possession of a Weapon in the Second Degree, two counts of Criminal Possession of a Firearm, one count of Criminal Contempt in the First Degree, one count of Criminal Mischief in the Fourth Degree, one count of Menacing in the Second Degree, one count of Criminal Obstruction of Breathing and one count of Robbery in the Third Degree.

Vehicle rolls, lands on train tracks

Kaysville Fire crews responded to a single vehicle accident Tuesday when a vehicle traveling southbound on I-15 left the freeway, went through an open embankment and rolled, landing between a set of railroad tracks south of Burton Lane. One patient was transported to a local trauma center, police said. The Utah Highway Patrol and UTA Police are investigating the accident.

CALENDAR OF EVENTS

Feb. 27-March 5

A Gentleman's Guide to Love and Murder

Northridge High School Theatre Dept.

Feb. 27-March 4, 7 p.m.

$5-10

Northridge High School, 2430 N. Hill Field Rd., Layton

25th Annual Putnam County

Spelling Bee

Feb. 27, March 1, 3-4, 7:30 p.m.

$16-22

Hopebox Theatre, 1700 S. Frontage Rd., Kaysville

Weber State Storytelling Festival

Feb. 27-March 1, 9:30 a.m.-8:30 p.m.

Weber.edu/storytelling

Weber State University, Shepherd Union Bldg.

Astronomy Night

Tuesday, Feb. 28, 6:30-8 p.m.

Layton Branch Library, 155 N. Wasatch Dr.

Business Alliance Networking

Luncheon Davis Chamber of Commerce

Wednesday, March 1, 11:30 a.m. - 1 p.m.

Boondocks Fun Center, 525 Deseret Dr., Kaysville

Small Stage Series: The Reel

Folk

Friday, March 3, 6 and 8 p.m.

FREE Davis Arts Council, 445 N. Wasatch Drive

Hostlers Model Railroad Festival

March 3-5, Under 12 free, Adults $8

Friday: 3-8 p.m.

Saturday: 9 a.m.-6 p.m.

Sunday: 9:30 a.m.-3 p.m.

Ogden Union Station, 2501 Wall Ave.

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

Layton Fire welcomes new recruits

Layton Fire recruit class 23-1 finished training and are now part of the department. “This the start of a very exciting and challenging career,” a Layton Fire Facebook post said. “Work hard, work as a team, take care of each other and strive for excellence! Welcome to LFD!”

Man accused of hitting cyclists, killing one, pleads guilty

A West Bountiful man who is accused of killing a North Salt Lake father and injuring his daughter while they were riding their bicycles pleaded guilty to multiple charges last week.

Sean Douglas Mikesell, 30 pleaded guilty to negligently operating a vehicle resulting in death, a second-degree felony; obstructing justice, a third-degree felony; and negligently operating a vehicle resulting in injury, a class A misdemeanor. Prosecutors dismissed four other charges in exchange for his guilty plea. His sentencing is scheduled for March 31.

Vehicle travels 60 feet down embankment

In the early morning hours Feb. 18, multiple Layton Fire units responded to a motor vehicle accident. A vehicle traveling on Gentle near Holmes reservoir left the roadway and traveled approximately 130 feet off the road and 60 feet down the embankment into heavy timber and brush, according to a Layton Fire social media post. The incident required extrication with the jaws of life. One patient was transported with serious injuries.

America First Credit Union robbed

An unidentified suspect entered the Layton America First Credit Union last week, located at 425 West Heritage Park Blvd., and presented a note threatening violence if his demands were not met and then took an undisclosed amount of money. Police said the suspect left the bank on foot and ran north on Hill Field Road. The suspect is believed to be approximately 6’0” - 6’3”, slender build, wearing gray sweatpants with a black stripe on the side, black hoodie with the hood up, white shoes, wearing a skeleton face mask and gray gloves and carrying a gray small backpack. The Layton Police are looking for anyone with information to help identify the suspect, please contact dispatch at 801-4978300 and reference case 23-04459.

Assault defense class for women

The Layton Police are hosting the next session of the Assault Defense for Women class on Wednesday night, March 15. This class is designed to teach women information and techniques to reduce the risk of becoming a victim of violence. It will be from 5:30 – 9:30 p.m. at the Layton Police Department. The four-hour class will include lots of useful tips and techniques to help women protect themselves. Participants will also practice some strikes and other simple physical techniques that work. The class is taught by Detective Rebecca Richardson, Dispatcher Stephanie Johnson, Officer Nick Hansen, and Sergeant Eric Smith. To register email tlyman@ laytoncity.org. The class will be limited to the first 25 people who respond.

Compiled by Becky Ginos

Compiled by Peri Kinder

News stories from yesteryear in Davis County Compiled by Alisha Copfer

OPINION

Realtors’ rules for staging a house a bit over the top

The Cyclops column is now entering its 39th year of weekly publication. In that time it has analyzed/spoofed/ skewered political figures, trends, music, sports, and any other item which I deemed interesting or controversial.

There was never a dearth of topics; after all, the Utah Legislature is always good for a laugh!

CYCLOPS

Using the 7 R’s for dealing with Anxiety

the spines around. And this is very important: Remove that large family Bible. Some buyers might get spooked if they thought the previous owner was some kind of evangelical.”

(But the majority of Americans still profess a religious belief.)

But one subject that I have never written about is the modern-day “staging” realtors perform to sell houses. It is obvious, of course, that homes should be clean and uncluttered for potential buyers, but last week’s experience of my friends selling their home showed me “new rules” making a rambler into a mansion. Some of the advice I found peculiar. You decide which is over the top….

“You must remove all the paintings and photographs off the walls,” said the realtor. “We don’t want the home to feel too personalized by the previous owners. That also means getting rid of all items in the bathroom: no toilet brushes, no toilet paper rolls, no wastebasket, no soap or shampoo in the shower, nothing to point out that bathrooms are used for bodily functions.”

(But don’t buyers know that bathrooms have been constructed for certain, er, excretions?)

“Oh, don’t remind them! Now the socalled ‘man-cave’ must look nondescript. For instance, the Dallas Cowboys paraphernalia or Roger Staubach bobblehead could destroy the sale.”

(But sports is an American institution. I mean, I guess a Steelers fan might object?)

“Remember, depersonalize your home. The buyer might well be a person who dislikes violent sports and wants to turn the man-cave into a reading room. Oh, and make sure the books on the upstairs bookshelves don’t show titles. If you wish, you could turn

“Trust me, religion is a sticky subject. Now I would suggest you purchase a wine rack for placement in the kitchen or dining room. It suggests sophistication. And, of course, make sure there is no evidence that a dog has ever lived in the house.”

(But almost half of Americans have a pet. And wouldn’t the dog door give them a hint that the previous owner had a dog?)

“Maybe, but don’t rub it in their faces. A dog subtracts from the impression of a clean, orderly home. However, you might want to install a peg by the back door and leave a dog leash on it. If the potential buyer has a pet, that will indicate the house and neighborhood are pet-friendly without alerting them that a previous dog might have had several accidents in the house which are being covered up.”

(I didn’t know there were so many rules.)

“These are proven tactics to increase the sale of your home. Oh, and I like the idea of the fresh oranges displayed in the kitchen. It gives a sense of freshness to the house. But I would also add a few limes to the assortment. People like color.”

My friends accepted the tips. I guess “location, location, location” is still a reality buzzword, but so is “out with Ecclesiastes and in with cabernet sauvignon.”

Bryan Gray, a long-time Davis County resident, is a former school teacher and has been a columnist for more than 26 years in newspapers along the Wasatch Front. l

LETTER TO THE EDITOR

Letter to editor:

BY BRYAN GRAY JOHN WATERBURY

Weiler got it right this time

I did not agree with Sen. Todd Weiler, Woods Cross when he took the power of our locally elected School Board Members to act nimbly to control the spread of disease in classrooms by going to online classes. (Weiler HB183).

Also I did not agree with Weiler at a January 2023 Town Hall Meeting when he said that Trump was not responsible for the polarizing of the political parties. Especially when no one in the audience asked any questions about Trump. Why did Weiler feel like he needed to defend Trump who is indefensible?

But more recently when Weiler introduced SB231 in the 2022 general session that would have expanded the scope of preliminary hearings, allowing defendants to “conduct discovery,” testify and cross-examine witnesses on any matter that will aid the defense – I had to agree with him.

Proponents for reform say that too often judges find probable cause without the

defense being informed of the particulars of a case or without allowing the defense to subpoena witnesses. In some cases, probable cause is determined based on written statements without the two sides ever meeting. Now remember, people can write anything they want – that doesn’t make it true. Sometimes people write total untruths including police chiefs and police officers – I have seen this in my own community. That is why the right to depose is so important.

As a past Children’s Protective Services Worker I do not take asking victims of domestic violence, rape, and sexual abuse etc. to confront their abuser lightly. It must be done with support and care for the witness and yes most likely it will be traumatic for most. But if someone is going to prison or facing the death penalty I agree with Weiler this time. Witnesses deserve to be treated with respect, courtesy and kindness…but their rights do not outweigh those of the accused according to Weiler and I agree.

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Stated very simply, anxiety generally occurs because we don’t understand something. We often interpret these feelings as indications that something bad, or overwhelming, or fearful is going to happen. Generally, depression has to do with the feeling that we want the present to be different than it is, but anxiety is different. It usually is the fear that something bad is going to happen in the future, and that whatever it might be, anxiety makes us believe that we won’t be able to manage it.

But symptoms are messages, and once we understand the message, we won’t need the symptoms. All parts of life come with a certain measure of uncertainty, but the reality is that we always find ways to live with the uncertainty, either by ourselves or with the help of others. It’s interesting to understand that anxiety only has the control that we give it. We’ve always found a way to manage it, and we are able to grow beyond it, but that may be difficult to remember when we’re in the midst of an anxiety attack.

So, what should we do? Talk to someone you trust. Find out how others have learned to cope with it. Talk to a doctor, or make an appointment with a professional therapist. Help comes in many forms, but learning to understand and take charge of our symptoms is a good place to start. The list below is one I’ve developed over the years, but there are many techniques that will work.

The 7 R’s for dealing with anxiety: Relabel the symptom:

Tell yourself, “It’s not that bad! I can handle that.” Then take charge of your thinking. You’re not alone. No one ever dies of anxiety. Reattribute the symptom: Remind yourself that you are not your anxiety.

American citizens need police officers. Our state police, county sheriff’s department and city police all deserve our help, respect and decent pay. None of us like being recipients of speeding or other motor vehicle violations. However, often a warning or a ticket may be what it takes to get our attention and might even save our lives.

Feelings are chemicals, and when there’s a chemical imbalance, feelings get all mixed up.

Refocus your attention:

Since you can’t make the symptoms go away, decide to go on with the rest of your life in spite of them. But talk to someone.

Revalue the symptom: The symptom is a message that something is out of balance. When this message is completely understood and managed, the symptom will go away.

Reprogram yourself:

Learn the basic tools and techniques to take care of yourself.

Be optimistic.

Remember, “Whether you think you can or can’t, you’re right.”

Redefine yourself:

You are not your symptoms. You don’t have to stay stuck. You can choose not to be a victim of your symptoms.

Reframe your world:

Use this experience, learn from it, grow because of it, evolve as a result of it.

Nobody has to stay stuck, help is all around.

John Waterbury is a retired Clinical Mental Health Counselor who has lived in Utah since 1984 when he moved to Bountiful with his wife and four children. Since then, he has written a weekly column for several years for the Davis County Clipper titled “The Dear John Letters” which was also used throughout the intermountain West focusing on addiction and mental health problems. This new column will focus on mental health and life management issues. l

GLENN MOLETTE AUTHOR

When someone is threatening us we want the police. We expect them to come and help us. These are the men and women who often risk their lives to protect us. So, praise the good ones because they are deserving of honor.

The defund the police movement has been fueled by horrific incidents such as when Minneapolis police murdered George Floyd on May 25, 2020. This cruel and disturbing murder has been replayed over and over on national television. Most recently the horrific killing of Tyre Nichols in Memphis, Tennessee has fanned the flames of police hatred. These and other police brutality events continue to severely damage the image of America’s police forces. The behavior of five Memphis police officers toward Mr. Nichols was beyond criminal. This does not justify defunding the police. Such behavior reinforces the need that all those in law enforcement must have routine mental health tests. Only qualified people who have been thoroughly examined and trained should ever be allowed to wear a badge. Training and mental health evaluations must be ongoing.

The five former Memphis police officers were charged with murder over the death of Tyre Nichols but pled not guilty in their first court appearance. The arrest of Mr. Nichols on Jan. 7 has been reported throughout the national media. They were fired after an internal investigation by the Memphis Police Department.

“Memphis and the whole world need to see that what's right is done in this

case, and it needs to happen sooner rather than later,” lead prosecutor Paul Hagerman told reporters. The officers were arrested and taken into custody on Jan. 26, after the Memphis police reviewed body cam footage of the violent arrest. In the footage, 29-yearold Mr. Nichols can be heard calling for his mother as he is beaten by police after being pulled over for alleged reckless driving. He was pepper-sprayed, kicked and punched by the officers and died in the hospital three days later.

Memphis Police Chief Cerelyn Davis said the incident was “not just a professional failing,” but “a failing of basic humanity toward another individual.”

(Source BBC news)

I believe that 99 percent of the men and women wearing badges are good people who are looking out for our welfare and safety. The actions of a few should not discredit all law enforcement. Whether it’s politics, medical doctors, attorneys, business persons and more there are always a few bad apples that make others look bad.

Police officers have the upper hand. They have a badge and a gun. We should give them respect and they should respect all citizens. Having a badge never gives any law enforcement officer the right to pour out their frustrations, racial hatreds or their own personal demons on another citizen. No one is ever in a position to put up a defense as sadly shown by Tyre Nichols, George Floyd and too many others.

Dr. Glenn Mollette is a graduate of numerous schools including Georgetown College, Southern and Lexington Seminaries in Kentucky. He is the author of 13 books including UncommSense, the Spiritual Chocolate series, Grandpa's Store, Minister's Guidebook insights from a fellow minister. His column is published weekly in over 600 publications in all 50 states. l

Police officers and citizens must have mutual respect

WHAT TO WATCH

‘We Have a Ghost’ a well-made delight

By Jenniffer Wardell The Movie Guru

“WeHave a Ghost” is the movie version of the best sugar cookie ever made.

It’s easy to get your hands on a sugar cookie, but most of them are pretty average. They’re cheaply made and too sugary, forgettable even before you’ve finished eating. High-quality cookies, on the other hand, highlight their sweetness with more subtle flavors. They’re rich, surprisingly complex, and completely unforgettable.

The latest from writer/director Christopher Landon, “We Have a Ghost” takes on the classic “teen moves into a haunted house” genre of family movies. It’s a cookie-cutter standard that’s spat out dozens of duplicates, but Landon takes each aspect

of the story as seriously as if he’s seen it for the first time. The plot is surprisingly nuanced, the relationships are complicated and achingly tender, and there are both genuine scares and a sprinkle of silliness.

It’s a familiar genre, but in Landon’s hands it feels new.

The movie follows Kevin and his family as his family moves into a new house.

Kevin hates everything about it, but when he befriends the ghost living upstairs he decides to help him get his memory back.

Kevin’s dad, however, is more interested in fame, posting videos of the ghost that attract the wrong sort of attention. As enemies come closer and Kevin digs deeper into the mystery of the ghost’s past, it becomes a race against the clock.

The movie has a healthy dose of hijinks, though they’re mostly more interesting than simple slapstick. They establish the

ghost’s physical properties in just the right way to make for a truly entertaining car chase, and there’s an on-foot run through an office that’s just delightful. There’s also an extended scene with a psychic that is peak horror comedy.

All of that is anchored by genuine exploration of complicated emotions. Kevin is the kind of teen who feels deeply, and his relationship with his dad hurts in a really believable way. The ghost’s backstory is also pretty tragic, and his final catharsis is both sweet and heartbreaking.

The acting helps elevate the movie even more. Jahi Di’allo Winston is fantastic as Kevin, a deeply sensitive soul who would absolutely connect with a ghost and try to help it. Anthony Mackie is great as his dad, who means well but isn’t nearly as at peace with himself as his youngest son. Isabella Russo is fun as Joy, a neighbor girl

who jumps in to help.

None of it would work, though, without David Harbour. The ghost can’t talk, but Harbour is fantastic at communicating a ton of emotion through his expression alone. Well before we actually know anything about his backstory, those emotions have made us as sympathetic to him as Kevin is.

Anyone familiar with the genre will be familiar with the basics of the story, but it’s a treat to see them used this well. No matter what, quality always goes down sweet.

Grade: Three and a half stars 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.

Caregivers get support and resources through Davis County Health

By Peri Kinder peri.k@davisjournal.com

In Utah, more than 30% of people between the ages of 55 and 64 are caring for an aging parent. Davis County numbers follow the state trend which means hundreds of residents spend time on caregiving duties every day.

A typical day might involve helping an aging parent with personal care (like bathing and dressing), preparing meals, overseeing medication and doctor appointments and providing housekeeping assistance. Many of these caregivers are also raising children and holding down jobs.

They’re called the sandwich generation, adults who care for both children and parents, and these caregivers are experiencing high levels of burnout.

“One of the biggest challenges right now is caregivers are being pulled in two directions. They’re taking care of a parent and they still have children in the household,” said Rachelle Blackham, director of senior services at the Davis County Health Department. “There is data that show if someone is a caregiver they have a higher risk of declining health. Being a caregiver takes a toll physically and emotionally. But they’re truly not alone. Seek help from us, take a class.”

Davis County Health offers a Caregiver Academy two or three times a year to provide information, assistance and support to caregivers. The free 6-week workshop is designed to address what caregivers need most.

Starting Thursday, March 9, weekly

classes run from 11 a.m.-12:30 p.m. at the University of Utah Farmington Clinic (165 N. University Ave.), covering topics like finding resources, building resilience, setting boundaries, asking for help and managing difficult behaviors. To reserve a spot call 801-525-5050, Option 5.

“Not a lot of people know how to do that when they first start and we focus a lot on that during the Caregiver Academy,” said Megan Forbush, SSW, in-home case managers for senior services at the Davis County Health Department. “We’re teaching them to reach out to others and set boundaries, and how to build resilience. Without those skills they’ll experience burnout.”

Several factors contribute to this “sandwich generation” phenomenon. People are living longer which means an older aging population. Also, families are having children later in life, or adult children have moved back to the family home. Caregivers often have high stress levels, trying to manage everything.

Additionally, many aging parents experience dementia or some type of memory issue, making daily care more difficult and stressful. Caregivers are starting to reach out for help through professional agencies but a shortage of CNAs or nursing assistants is affecting their ability to find help.

“They are willing to pay for services, but can’t always get it when they need it,” Forbush said. “This is something we’ve never seen and it’s a new trend that started happening right before the pandemic. Now with working from home or working on the

HUNDREDS OF RESIDENTS in Davis County are caring for aging parents while raising their own families. The Caregiver Academy, offered through Davis County Health, provides resources and information to help avoid burnout and frustration. Stock photo

computer or doing things on the phone it makes it so people don’t want to do those hard jobs.”

Forbush invites caregivers to visit Davis County Health in Clearfield (22 S. State St.) to see where they might be eligible for assistance and learn about resources available or visit DavisCountyUtah.gov/health/ home.

Caregivers can get information about power-of-attorney, legal forms and endof-life issues. Davis County Health offers multiple workshops, an Alzheimer’s support

group and a monthly newsletter with a list of classes.

“Caregivers are overwhelmed and afraid and not always taking care of themselves,” Forbush said. “This academy was created to help caregivers from burnout by giving them skills and tools they can use to help. There’s always something they can attend. So while Caregiver Academy is only a few times a year, there are other programs they can attend during the year.” l

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Chatelles came from struggling program to success

By Becky Ginos becky.g@davisjournal.com

WOODS CROSS—In 2012 the Woods

Cross drill team only had six girls. Now the Chatelles have grown to 24 and won a first place trophy in the Show category at state –it was the first in 15 years. This Cinderella story is especially significant to coach Kelsey Gallagher because she was one of those six. It’s come full circle as she now leads the team.

“I started drill in 2012,” said Gallagher. “It was tough. We were not on drill to compete, it was more to keep the program alive.”

There was no student support for the team either, she said. “We were bullied, booed off the stage and given nasty nicknames. It was the most embarrassing thing you could do at the high school. It wasn’t cool like sports that were more popular back then. It was an uphill battle to where it is now.”

Drill started to fall apart at the school after an incident in 2010, Gallagher said. “Girls on drill were involved in shoplifting and half of the members were kicked off the team. The reputation became poor after that.”

Gallagher said she had always loved to dance. “The only way to do competitive dancing was in high school. I lost so many friends who said ‘don’t do it.’ It was more of an opportunity, not to win as a team but to grow as a dancer. We knew if we just lost one member the school would shut it down.”

A new coach took over her senior year, said Gallagher. “She owned a dance studio and some of her dancers joined so there were 22 girls on the team. A lot of them didn’t have dance experience so we couldn’t be competitive. We lost at state but that was the turning point. We weren’t so small.”

After graduation Gallagher still wanted to stay involved and eventually become

a coach. “That never left me. I knew I’d coach the team sometime. I was persistent. I emailed the principal every single year. I’d faithfully gone to every drill competition since high school.”

In the meantime, she got into real estate and her life settled a bit, she said. “A position as assistant coach opened up at Woods Cross so I applied and got it pretty quickly. That turned into head coach when the other coach stepped out in 2020. It was tough in 2020 (pandemic) but we stuck it out.”

There are 24 girls on the team now, said Gallagher. “Overall a huge part of it is the girls who had enough confidence to join the team three or four years ago. They had the courage to actually try out and keep it going. They’ve since brought friends and we’ve created an awesome reputation.”

The girls who have joined are hard working and dedicated dancers, she said. “We’ve been able to do more competitive routines and our dancers work for it. They’re happy to wake up at 6 a.m. The result is it’s not just about the club, it's bigger than all of us.”

Drill is a whole different world, Gallagher said. “I love and appreciate what it is. For so many years no one has quit. It’s been really, really positive.”

The team this year all had the same goal, she said. “Every single one of them was committed to the goal that they wanted to go to state this year. That change in environment obviously turned into the result we wanted because of that.”

Gallagher said they are proud to have one of the kindest drill teams. “They’re all friends and awesome kids.”

It’s cool to come back and be the head coach, she said. “To see where it is now is rewarding. It came 10 years later but it definitely came. The program has seen a lot of coaches changing hands but I plan to be there for many years to see them succeed.” l

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THE CHATELLES CHEER as they hear their name called at Semi-Finals as a team that is moving on to the final round of state. It was the school’s first time getting called for finals in well over a decade.

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By Alisha Copfer

In schools across America since 1998, next week has been built around promoting literacy. What started as Read Across America Day on March 2 has been built up to a year-long celebration of reading. However, it remains every year that on Dr. Seuss’s birthday, March 2, that students across this nation all participate in a celebration that unites everyone.

National Read Across America Day is a National Education Association (NEA) initiative to encourage reading. The NEA partnered with Dr. Seuss Enterprises on the venture from 1997 to 2018 when the contract ended. NEA’s Read Across America now focuses on the importance, value and fun of reading and sharing diverse books. The week-long event this year starts on Monday, Feb. 27 and will end with some events stretching until Sunday, March 5.

“This year-round program focuses on motivating children and teens to read through events, partnerships and reading resources that are about everyone, for everyone,” the NEA says.

From promoting good daily reading habits to getting students involved in different programs, Read Across America is the nation’s largest celebration of reading. While Dr. Seuss’s books have recently received scrutiny, the celebration continues to promote literacy in schools.

In 2019, due to the scrutiny of Dr. Seuss, the NEA rebranded Read Across America. It moved away from exclusively using Dr. Seuss books and like-themed activities. It introduced a new theme of “creating and celebrating a nation of diverse readers.” Its website (nea.org/ professional-excellence/student-engagement/ read-across-america) now highlights works by

and about people of color.

“There’s a growing need for schools and libraries to include and promote diverse books,” says the NEA website. “Students need books that provide both windows and mirrors if we are going to create more readers, writers, and people who feel included and recognized and who understand that the world is far richer than just their experiences alone. NEA recognizes the need to work with a more diverse array of organizations and publishers to fulfill this need, and the Read Across America brand is now one that is independent of any one particular book, publisher, or character.”

But in many schools, the week is still synonymous with Dr. Seuss. Many teachers decorate their classrooms to match books like “The Cat in the Hat” or “Oh, the Places You’ll Go!” and teachers and administrators dress up like Thing 1 and Thing 2. Teachers still read Dr. Seuss books during class time. And many schools have an assembly or morning meal dedicated to promoting literacy through Dr. Seuss books.

“Across the nation, teachers, teenagers, librarians, politicians, actors, athletes, parents, grandparents and others develop Read Across America activities to bring reading excitement to children of all ages,” says the NEA website. “Governors, mayors and other elected officials recognize the role reading plays in their communities with proclamations and floor statements. Athletes and actors issue reading challenges to young readers. And educators and principals seem to be more than happy to dye their hair green or be duct-taped to a wall to boost their students’ enthusiasm for reading.”

“The more that you read, the more things you will know. The more that you learn, the more places you’ll go,” Dr. Seuss wrote. l

Photos courtesy of Kelsey Gallagher

THE WOODS CROSS CHATELLES perform their Show routine Pennywise. They won the first place trophy in the Show category at state.

CHILDREN OF DIFFERENT ages participate in reading and learning. Stock photo

SPORTS

Davis’ Carlson named 6A swimmer of meet, winning three state titles

By Catherine Garrett c.garrett@mycityjournals.com

DavisDavis High senior Sam Carlson finished off his high school swimming career with state championship swims in the 50 freestyle and the 100 free while also anchoring the first-place 200 free relay which also included Sam Landheim, Dylan Grant and Tyler Bennett. His performances in the 6A state championships Feb. 17-18 at Brigham Young University earned him 6A Male Swimmer of the Meet honors.

“Sam’s winning times were so fast,” said head coach Kit Barker, noting that his 50 free time of 21.00 and 100 free mark of 46.99 broke his own school records in the events.

Also earning a medal for the boys squad was junior Garrett Barker who placed sixth in the 200 free.

The boys team was sitting in fourth place, but two disqualifications in the 400 free relay and the 200 medley relay races dropped them to ninth overall.

Senior Lia Merrill came in third in the 100 backstroke, breaking her own school record with a 59.45 swim, to lead the seventh-place girls squad. Also receiving a medal for a top-8 finish was junior Allie Allen who was eighth in the 500 free.

“We had lots of great swims,” said coach Barker. “I am very proud of all my swimmers. They truly did their best. It was truly an exhilarating meet and fun experience for all!

Other finals showings at state included Macie Cragun (ninth, 100 breaststroke), Merrill (11th, 200 Individual Medley), Hannah Shaw (12th, 100 free), Garrett Barker (13th, 500 free), Micah Hale (14th, 200 free; 14th, 100 free), Dylan Grant (15th, 200 free), Sam Landheim (15th, 50 free; 16th, 100 fly). The girls 200 medley relay lineup of Merrill, Cragun, Nahlia Stewart and Adlen Groberg placed seventh, the girls 200 free relay team of Hale, Cragun, Stewart and Shaw came in seventh and the girls 400 free squad of Hale, Groberg, Merrill and Shaw finished eighth.

“The night before we looked at all the goals they had set at the beginning of the season and all, but a couple, had

already accomplished their goals and now could look to improving even more at state, which most of them did,” said coach Barker.

Farmington

Farmington High senior Mason Draxler placed third in the 100 breast at the 6A swimming championships while also earning a medal in the 200 IM with a fifth-place finish. He was also part of the FHS record-breaking 400 free relay which also included John Lyman, Matthew Scoresby and Will Scott who finished ninth for the 12th-place boys squad.

Senior Teal Edholm set a new school record in the 100 free with a time of 55.04, taking fourth overall while also winning a medal in the 200 IM with a seventh-place showing for the 13th-place girls team.

“We had a good showing with some impressive swims,” said head coach Stacy Edholm. “We had a big improvement from last year where the boys got 17th place and the girls got 16th. Every year we are improving!”

Junior Brooke Belnap broke her school record in the 500 free with a swim of 5:44.42 in the preliminaries the first day of state and finished 15th in the finals. She also

came in 13th in the 50 free. She also swam on the school record-breaking 200 free relay team – which also included London Spears, Nerys Turnbaugh and Teal Edholm – “that surprised us all with an impressive eighth place showing,” according to coach Edholm.

Other finals finishes at state for Farmington was sophomore Hayden Wangemann who came in 14th in the 100 breast, the boys 200 free relay team of Wangemann, Ezra Moon, Jack Cresap and Kael Michaelson who finished 10th and the girls 400 free relay lineup of Belnap, Spears, Turnbaugh and Teal Edholm who were 14th.

Also competing at state for the Phoenix program were first-timers, sophomore Cannon Christensen and freshman Maddy Kartchner.

“When the State meet wrapped up, many tears were shed,” said coach Edholm. “It is always difficult to say goodbye to the graduating seniors and to an eventful and successful swim season. We look forward to next year and another successful swim season, but first the Phoenix swim-

will take a well-deserved rest.”

Top-ranked Bountiful girls basketball sweep through Region 5; state play starts this week

By Catherine Garrett c.garrett@mycityjournals.com

Bountiful

Top-ranked Bountiful defeated Woods Cross 47-29 Feb. 14. The Redhawks got up early with a 14-5 lead in the first quarter and continued pouring on the offense in the 18-point win.

The Harvey sisters – Taylor and Jordyn – combined for 23 points to lead Bountiful.

Against Northridge Feb. 16, the Redhawks won 56-33. Bountiful put up 20 points in the third quarter after leading by seven at halftime to blow the game open.

Taylor Harvey put in 13 points while Jordyn Harvey added 12 and Milika Satuala 11.

The Redhawks finished Region 5 play undefeated through 10 games and end the regular season with a 19-1 mark.

Bountiful heads into the 5A state tournament as the No. 2 overall seed and will face the winner of the Feb. 21 Wasatch/Provo matchup in the second round on Feb. 23.

Davis Third-ranked Davis defeated Clearfield 56-29 Feb. 14. The Darts started strong, going up by nine points at the end of the first quarter and 12 by the break. A 30-point second half showing blew the game wide open.

Kendra Kitchen scored 26 points to lead Davis offensively.

Against Fremont Feb. 16, the Darts lost its first Region 1 game this year 47-33, getting down early and having a 12-point deficit at halftime. Davis cut it to nine with a quarter to go but couldn’t get any closer in the loss. The last time the teams matched up, the Darts won by 13. Kitchen had 22 of Davis’ 33 points in the loss.

The Darts are now 11-1 in region play and 18-2 on the season.

After a first-round bye in the 6A state playoffs, Davis will face the winner of the

Feb. 21 Farmington/West Jordan game on Feb. 23.

Woods Cross

In its loss against Bountiful Feb. 14, Woods Cross scored just 14 points in the first half and found themselves down 13 at the break. Offensively, the Wildcats managed just 15 points the rest of the way in the loss.

Kenna Cowley was the team’s leading scorer with seven points.

Against Bonneville Feb. 16, Woods Cross won 45-40. The game went back and forth until the fourth quarter when the Wildcats separated a bit and won by five points.

“It was a great way to end our regular season with a win on the road,” said head coach David Simon.

Georgia Hatton led the way with 17 points and eight rebounds while Katie King put in 15 points, including three 3-pointers, to go with her eight boards and Cowley added 10 points and six rebounds.

“I want to give a lot of credit to Brielle Gefrom who does all the work that doesn’t show up in the box score and is a true team player,” said Simon. “I am really proud of her.”

Woods Cross finished Region 5 play with a 6-4 record and the regular season 15-6.

“I am just really proud of these girls,” Simon said. “I love how much our team gets along with each other and how much fun we have, this includes all of the girls, not just our varsity girls. They root for each other and want each other to be successful.”

No. 9 Woods Cross is scheduled to meet No. 24 Murray Feb. 21 in the first round of the 5A state playoffs.

Viewmont

On senior night Feb. 14, Viewmont beat Bonneville 63-42. The Vikings extended a 14-point halftime advantage to a 22-point lead entering the final quarter to coast to the win.

Senior Emma Mulitalo scored 27

points, knocking down six 3-pointers, to lead Viewmont with Mara Mickelson adding 10. Senior Rachel Roberts knocked down a three-pointer while recording five rebounds, senior Lissia Silva had six rebounds and two steals and senior Rachel Roberts had five assists and four

rebounds.

“Our four seniors are good basketball players but even better people,” said head coach Cameron Gardner. “They will be tremendously missed.”

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(FROM LEFT TO RIGHT) Farmington High’s Teal Edholm, Brooke Belnap, London Spears and Nerys Turnbaugh broke the school record in the 200 freestyle relay at the 6A state championships at Brigham Young University Feb. 18. They finished eighth in the event.

Photo courtesy Stacy Edholm

DAVIS HIGH’S SAM CARLSON won the 50 freestyle and 100 free events at the 6A state championships at Brigham Young University Feb. 18. The senior – who earned 6A Male Swimmer of the Meet honors – also swam a leg on the first-place 200 free relay team which also included Sam Landheim, Dylan Grant and Tyler Bennett.

Photo courtesy of Kit Barker

FARMINGTON’S MADDIE HAUCK (22) gets tangled up in the wings of two Clearfield players on her way to the basket. The Phoenix rose to the occasion winning 62-20.

Photo by Carl Page

State playoffs set in boys basketball as local teams aim to extend season

By Josh McFadden joshm@mycityjournals.com

The boys basketball postseason is here, and every team has a renewed outlook – not to mention a shot at a state title.

While some teams are clearly more equipped and prepared to advance in the state tournament than others, each school has the big prize to play for.

Davis

In Class 6A, Davis tied for fourth with Farmington in Region 1 with a 6-6 record. Overall, the Darts enter the playoffs at 12-11. Davis has the No. 12 seed, pitting it against Region 1 foe Weber in the first round at home. The first-round matchup was set for Feb. 22, after our press deadline. A win in that contest would advance the Darts to a Friday contest at Layton, the second-place team in Region 1.

The Darts defeated Weber in both regular-season meetings between the two teams. In game one, Davis won easily on the road, 82-55 on Jan. 10. In the rematch on Feb. 3, the Darts prevailed 57-47. Davis comes into the playoffs on a twogame losing streak. Last week, Davis fell to Clearfield in a close 52-51 game on Feb. 14. That preceded a 67-45 defeat at the hands of Fremont on Feb. 16. In that game, Davis made just eight of 16 free throws and struggled from the field, going 14 of 37. Zach Fisher paced the Darts with 10 points and six rebounds. Davis has four double-digit scorers on the roster. Fisher leads the way with a 12.9 average, followed by Colby Whicker (11.4) Kaden Eggett (11.3) and Coleman Atwater (10.2).

Farmington

The Phoenix have seed No. 10 in the 6A tournament. Farmington faced West

Gardner said it was “awesome” to be able to play all 15 of his varsity players and also noted his team’s season-high 17 assists and 12 three-pointers in the game.

“Bonneville did a good job at responding each time we would make a run,” Gardner said. “The game never seemed comfortably out of reach.”

Against Box Elder Feb. 16, the Vikings won 72-67 in overtime. Viewmont battled back from 11 points down at the end of one to tie things up at halftime. The teams were evenly matched in the second half and went to extra time before the Vikings won by five.

“We started slow and then came back and it seemed like we were cruising to a victory since we were up by six points with possession and 30 seconds left in the game. We then turned it over a couple times and Box Elder tied it with three seconds left and we missed a three-pointer at the buzzer for the win,” Gardner said. “In overtime, the score was back and forth but we were fortunate to end up on top and get the win.”

Emma Mulitalo’s 18 points were tops for Viewmont with Silva and Aubrey Mulitalo both recording double-doubles of 12 points and 10 rebounds and Kristina

at home on Feb. 22. The winner plays Fremont on Friday. If Farmington moves on, it will face a Silverwolves squad that it lost to twice this season.

The Phoenix did win both of their games last week to earn some momentum.

Farmington blasted Weber 76-59 on Feb. 14 and then defeated Clearfield at home 69-51 on Feb. 16. In that victory, Paul Beattie led all scorers with 20 points. Jayden Haskell contributed 15 on the day. As a team, the Phoenix hit seven three-pointers. Beattie is the leading scorer on the team, averaging 16.6 points a game. Cole Johnson chips in 12.6 a game, while Haskell is right behind with a 12-pointper-game average.

Woods Cross

In Class 5A’s Region 5, Woods Cross was in charge all season long. The Wildcats ran away with the region crown, posting a 9-1 record, three games ahead of Box Elder. The 18-4 Wildcats are 5A’s third-seeded team.

With the third seed, the Wildcats earned a first-round bye. On Friday, Woods Cross will host the winner of Orem and Highland.

The Wildcats are coming off a 49-36 win over Bonneville on Feb. 17. Jaxon Smith had 16 points on the day, including four three-pointers. He also had four rebounds a pair of assists in the win. Will Campbell had 14 points and four three-pointers. Mason Bendinger added 13 points, seven rebounds and five assists. Cade Eberhardt and Alex Brey had 13 and eight rebounds, respectively.

Woods Cross suffered its first and only region loss on Feb. 15, falling in surprising fashion to Viewmont 53-51. Bendinger had 18 points in the loss, and Smith had 11 of his own. But Viewmont’s Zach Robison was the game’s scoring

Gunnell added 11 points.

The Vikings ended Region 5 with a 6-4 record and the regular season 12-11.

No. 12 Viewmont is scheduled to face 21st-ranked Spanish Fork Feb. 21 in the first round of the 5A state tournament.

Farmington

Farmington defeated Weber 43-27 Feb. 14. After a 7-6 lead following the first quarter, the Phoenix squad scored double digits in each quarter the rest of the way – while holding the Warriors to 21 points over the final three quarters.

Whitney Avei’s 12 points were tops for Farmington while she also grabbed seven rebounds. Marissa Marchant led on the boards with nine to go with her eight points.

Against Clearfield Feb.16, the Phoenix beat the Falcons 62-20. Farmington went up big in the first half, leading 36-4 at the break after holding Clearfield scoreless in the second quarter.

Victoria Clinger scored 14 points to lead the Phoenix squad.

With the two region wins this week, Farmington improved to 5-7 in Region 1 and 11-10 this season.

The No. 14 Phoenix team is scheduled to face No. 19 West Jordan Feb. 21 in the first round of the 6A state tournament. l

star, as he racked up 23 points. Scott Noel had the best all-around effort of the contest. He had 19 points and 11 rebounds.

Viewmont

As for the Vikings, they are seeded 22nd in the playoffs and faced off with Box Elder on Wednesday. A win for Viewmont would advance it to the second round on Friday at Lehi.

The 9-14 Vikings defeated Box Elder in the regular-season finale, 63-57. Viewmont won despite making only four of 12 free throws. But Kaden Mitchell had a strong game, scoring 14 points. Noel and Trevor Green each had 13 points.

Bountiful

The Redhawks went 4-6 in Region 5

and 9-13 overall. The Redhawks entered the Class 5A state tournament with the No. 20 seed where they faced 13th-seeded Juan Diego on Wednesday. Cedar Valley awaited the winner on Friday. Bountiful went 1-1 last week, first defeating Bonneville 53-50 on Feb. 15 and then losing at home to Northridge 56-47 on Feb. 17. In the victory, Carson Smith and Charlie Smith had 13 points and 11 points, respectively. Sam Stevenson and Faletau Satuala each had eight points. However, against Northridge, Bountiful struggled with its shooting. Carson Smith paced the team with 12 points, while Tanner Crane had 12. l

ATHLETES OF THE WEEK

The Davis Journal is once again honoring our Athletes of the Week. Winners were chosen by our Journal sportswriters with input from local coaches.

Our MALE ATHLETE OF THE WEEK is Sam Carlson who won the 50 freestyle and 100 free events at the 6A state swimming championships Feb. 17-18 at BYU while also swimming a leg on the first-place 200 free relay squad. His finished earned him 6A Male Swimmer of the Meet honors.

Other MALE NOMINEES were: Zach Fisher, Davis boys basketball. Had 10 points and six rebounds in loss to Fremont. Paul Beattie, Farmington boys basketball. Had 20 points in a win over Clearfield. Mason Bendinger, Woods Cross boys basketball. Had 13 points, seven rebounds and five assists in a win over Bonneville. Had 18 points in a loss to Viewmont. Scott Noel, Viewmont boys basketball. Had 19 points and 11 rebounds in a win over Woods Cross. Had 13 points in a win over Box

Elder. Carson Smith, Bountiful boys basketball. Had 13 points in a win over Bonneville and 12 points in a loss to Northridge. Mason Draxler finished third in the 100 breaststroke and fifth in the 200 Individual Medley at the 6A state swimming championships Feb. 17-18 at BYU.

Our FEMALE ATHLETE of the week is Victoria Clinger who had 23 points, 8 steals, 3 rebounds and an assist in wins over Weber and Clearfield this week.

Other FEMALE NOMINEES were: Teal Edholm broke her own school record in the 100 free with a time of 55.04, taking fourth at the 6A state swimming championships Feb. 17-18 at BYU. Taylor Harvey who scored 26 points with sister Jordyn Harvey had 22 points in wins over Woods Cross and Northridge this week. Emma Mulitalo scored 45 points in wins over Bonneville and Box Elder this week.

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DAVIS GIRLS BASKETBALL TEAM Region Co-champions with Fremont.

Photo by Josh Wood

BOUNTIFUL’S DANNY HOLLAND (3) fights for ball control with Northridge’s Logan Bit (0). The struggle went to the Knights winning 56-47.

Photo by Roger V. Tuttle

New VHS softball coaching staff bringing experience to the field

By Catherine Garrett c.garrett@mycityjournals.com

Twoformer college softball players are teaming up to coach the Viewmont High softball program this spring. Bree Lopez, who played at Western Nebraska, is the new head coach with Kayla Lowry – who played at Utah Valley University and then later at Taft College in California – assisting the Vikings this year.

“It’s exciting to be coaching at Viewmont,” Lopez said. “We’ve been able to be around the girls a bit with weightlifting and open gyms this winter and try and learn what they need, what drives them and how they need to be motivated. I’m big on developing them as athletes, students and people in the community.”

“Bree and I kind of came together through the hiring process when I was asked if I would be interested in assisting at all. All I want to do is coach,” said Lowry. “We met and found that we have a perfect balance with our strengths.”

Lopez, whose maiden name was Bitton, started playing softball at the age of 6 and was mainly a catcher and first baseman during her young competitive playing days which including four years at Syracuse High School. After playing for the Titans, she was a second baseman and designated hitter on the Western Nebraska Community College squad during the 2010-12 seasons when the Cougars won their region both years and were ranked in the top 10 of the Nationals Junior College Athletic Association.

She got into the coaching ranks with some local comp teams and then returned to Syracuse High in 2013 to help coach her alma mater. The next summer, she got married and then started up a 10-and-under team for her niece and stepdaughter.

“Softball provided me some great experiences and I learned a lot from coaches [including current University of Utah head coach Amy Hogue who coached her 14U Utah Sting team] who had a big impact on me,” Lopez said. “I want to give my players skills to use in all aspects of their life just like I was taught.”

Lopez has also been involved in body building competitions and personal training for several years while also having three children, the oldest of which is autistic. She stepped away from coaching in 2021 and felt the timing of the Viewmont job “seemed to align” in trying to get back into the game while she

also took a position at Tolman Elementary as a Special Education teacher for kindergarten through sixth grades.

“When I’m all about something, I obsess, and on the field, I just flip a switch,” she said. “My coaching philosophy does evolve, but it really is about buy-in and if I can get these girls to believe in what we’re saying and have the right attitude and effort, we will find success. We want to learn and grow and win some games.”

Lopez also intends to use “softball sister relationships” to periodically bring in other former collegiate players and friends to help teach the game to the Vikings players.

New VHS assistant coach Kayla Lowry has been on the diamond since she was 4 years old and behind the plate for many of those years. She played catcher at Liberty High School in Bakersfield, California before moving on to play at the next level at UVU in 2017. She returned to Liberty to coach at her alma mater the next two years and then returned to collegiate play at Taft College for the 2019 and 2020 seasons.

Lowry said she is thrilled to be back in Utah and back into coaching the sport she is passionate about. “Softball is my saving grace. It’s my escape. It’s my jam,” she said. “Coaches –three or four, in particular – have played a huge role and impact in my life. They helped me so much and I want to give back to other kids and give them the role model and support they are looking for. I want them to know they can push themselves on and through hard things, be their own advocate and be able young women who can use those lessons on and off the field.”

Coach Lowry said she and Lopez have tried to help their players navigate the coaching change and find a good balance for themselves of listening to different feedback and perspectives as they have prepared for games this spring.

“We see great potential with these girls and are excited for the season to see what they can do, especially as the season progresses,” Lowry said. l

5A STATE CHAMPIONSHIPS

BOUNTIFUL’S ANDY DUKE swims in the 100 Yard Breaststroke with a time of 1:01.58 for a 13th Place finish.

WOODS CROSS’ ALANNA HOLZER swims in the 100 Yard Butterfly for a time of 1:02.52 for a 13th Place finish.

NEW VIEWMONT HIGH SCHOOL softball coach Bree Lopez (on right) will be assisted by Kayla Lowry on the coaching staff this season.

Photo courtesy Bree Lopez

Photos by Roger V. Tuttle

WOODS CROSS’ GRACE GILBERT starts the 200 Yard Medley Relay. The team finished with a time of 1:58.66 for 11th Place in the State Competition held at BYU Feb. 18.

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Hollywood Q&A

By Adam Thomlison TV Media

Q: Has Tom Hanks ever done any singing roles?

A: Not many. You pretty much have to be filmmaking great Robert Zemeckis, and then to hire composing greats Alan Silvestri and Glen Ballard, if you want to get Tom Hanks (“Forrest Gump,” 1994) to do a proper singing role.

Famed writer and director Zemeckis (“Back to the Future,” 1985) directed Hanks in “Polar Express” (2004) and again

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in “Pinocchio” (2022), and those are pretty well the only times Hanks has done musical numbers on screen. And the songs he performed were all written by Silvestri and Ballard.

Cinemablend.com asked Silvestri and Ballard point-blank what the secret is to getting Hanks to sing on screen. Rather than just saying something along the lines of, “You have to be us,” Silvestri talked about the importance of the song to the film.

“If there’s a secret, I think it’s something to do with is this piece of material really deserving to be in this film? And I think you can depend on Mr. Hanks to honor the intent of the film.”

Hanks admits he’s reluctant to sing on screen. But, because he is who he is, he did it in a charmingly self-deprecating way.

He produced the film adaptation of the classic stage musical “Mamma Mia” (2008) and joked on “The Graham Norton Show” about auditioning for a role. “I wanted to hire myself, but my singing voice would have scared the children.”

Q: I know she’s done a lot since “Community” ended, but how did Alison Brie get her start?

A: Early ‘10s NBC sitcom “Community” never quite made it to hit status — it became an icon of the “bubble-show” phenomenon, a show always on the cusp of being cancelled — but those who liked it loved it, and it launched a lot of careers.

Alison Brie, who played the somewhat mousy Annie, has had one of the best post-“Community” runs. She starred in

another critically beloved sitcom, Netflix’s “GLOW,” and embarked on a bigscreen career including starring in and producing her own films, such as “Horse Girl” (2020) and “Spin Me Round” (2022).

All this success has nearly eclipsed the fact that, prior to “Community,” she had a regular role on one of the most respected drama series of all time: AMC’s “Mad Men.”

In her only major pre-“Community” role, she played Trudy Campbell, wife of central character Pete. She was on the show from its launch in 2007 and continued to appear as a part-time cast member after “Community” debuted in 2009. Haveaquestion?Emailusat questions@tvtabloid.com.Please includeyournameandtown.Personal replieswillnotbeprovided.

Monday

America’s Got Talent: All-Stars

(5) KSL 7 p.m.

Voted by the Superfans, the winner of this “All-Stars” edition will be revealed tonight, as the Top 11 acts perform alongside Weezer, Babyface, Adam Lambert, Lindsey Stirling, Terry Fator, Mat Franco and choir group Voices of Hope.

C.B. Strike

HBO 9 p.m.

As even more murders are uncovered in this Season 5 finale, Cormoran (Tom Burke) closes in on the guilty — and smelly — party, and lays a trap to catch them. Based on the novels by Robert Galbraith, the series also stars Holliday Grainger.

Tuesday FBI: International

(2) KUTV 8 p.m.

The FBI’s International Fly Team works quickly to neutralize another threat in this new episode. Currently in its second season, the Dick Wolfe series stars Luke Kleintank, Heida Reed and Vinessa Vidotto as elite globe-trotting operatives.

That Dirty Black Bag

AMC 9 p.m.

Rain comes to Greenvale, bringing with it great struggle. Then, Bronson’s (Guido Caprino) men encounter McCoy (Dominic Cooper) and Red Bill (Douglas Booth), and unexpected reunions abound. Niv Sultan and Christian Cooke also star in this Western drama.

Homestead Rescue

DISC 9 p.m.

The Raneys struggle to revive an inherited Wyoming hill country homestead with a tragic legacy and no water in this reality series’ Season 10 premiere. Meanwhile, Misty and Matt combine forces on one of their most ambitious builds ever.

Wednesday Chicago Med

(5) KSL 7 p.m.

The hospital is in disarray when the janitors go on strike. Marcel (Dominic Rains) treats a young girl injured on her family’s farm, a schizophrenic patient returns, and Archer’s (Steven Weber) patient seems to have foreign material in her stomach.

Not Dead Yet

(4) KTVX 8:30 p.m.

After Nell (Gina Rodriguez) falls for the wrong guy, she realizes her last rela-

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tionship may be holding her back. Meanwhile, Edward (Rick Glassman) helps Cricket (Angela E. Gibbs) realize that what’s missing from the bar is a bit of her past.

Thursday

Next Level Chef

(13) KSTU 7 p.m.

Levelling up is the goal for the remaining chefs who have survived elimination so far, and who are ultimately competing for the life-changing $250,000 grand prize. Gordon Ramsay, Nyesha Arrington and Richard Blais serve as mentors.

Ghosts

(2) KUTV 7:30 p.m.

The ghosts continue to create comedic mayhem inside Samantha (Rose McIver) and Jay’s (Utkarsh Ambudkar) country estate-turned-bed and breakfast. The popular series also stars Sheila Carrasco, Devan Long and Brandon Scott Jones.

Friday

Fire Country

(2) KUTV 8 p.m.

Firefighting convict Bode Donovan’s (Max Thieriot) journey to redemption continues in a new episode. The drama centers on Bode and other participants in a prison release program in California, where they’re partnered with elite firefighters.

Saturday

PGA Tour Golf

(5) KSL 12:30 p.m.

The PGA Tour is at the Bay Hill Club and Lodge in Orlando, Fla., where players tee off today in the third round of the Arnold Palmer Invitational. Last year’s winner, Scottie Scheffler, battled tough conditions to take home the $2.16 million prize money.

Black Girl Missing

LIFE 6 p.m.

Garcelle Beauvais stars in this original movie that is part of Lifetime’s Stop Violence Against Women campaign. Cheryl (Beauvais) turns to amateur internet sleuths for help after authorities dismiss her missing daughter (Iyana Halley) as a runaway.

Sunday

The Equalizer

(2) KUTV 7 p.m.

In this new episode, the mother of a patient dying of a rare brain disease holds a hospital hostage in an attempt to get her daughter a lifesaving surgery. McCall (Queen Latifah) races to resolve the situation peacefully while dealing with pushback.

The Company You Keep

(4) KTVX 9 p.m.

The Nicolettis convince a woman to seek revenge on her con-man fiancé at a horse race. Meanwhile, Emma (Catherine Haena Kim) meets Charlie’s (Milo Ventimiglia) family, and both the CIA and the Nicolettis find out about

New team member Siya Malik (Anya Banerjee) helps the Task Force infiltrate a high-stakes poker game tied to the Wujing. Elsewhere, Red (James Spader) and Cooper opposing tactics when Agnes (Katherine Kell) is bullied at

Celebrity Profile

By Dana Simpson TV Media

Wanda Sykes has been in showbiz for quite some time now, having made her first official on-screen appearance as Mel’s (J.B. Smoove, “Blockbuster”) date in the 1998 comedy film “Tomorrow Night,” which was written and directed by fellow comedian Louis C.K. (“Louie”). That said, beginning a TV/film career a quarter of a century ago hardly means you’ve been around since the dawn of time. This appears to be no matter, however, for Sykes, who has been cast to act out historical events in legendary comedian Mel Brooks’ (“Young Frankenstein,” 1974) newest venture, “The History of the World, Part II.”

The four-part series, which releases its first two instalments Monday, March 6, on Hulu, is a followup to the 1981 parody film “The History of the World, Part I,” also created by Brooks. In its newest, serialized format, Brooks gathers the best comedic actors of today to act out satirical sketches (loosely) based on real events that took place at some point in history. Sketches include fictionalizations of historical figures such as Harriet Tubman, William Shakespeare, Jesus Christ, Alexander Graham Bell and the Romanovs, among others.

Taika Waititi (“Jojo Rabbit,” 2019), Seth Rogen (“This Is the End,” 2013), Jay Ellis (“Insecure”), Pamela Adlon (“Better Things”), Danny DeVito (“It’s Always Sunny in Philadelphia”), Josh Gad (“Beauty and the Beast,” 2017) and Kumail Nanjiani (“The Big Sick,” 2017) are just some of those who share the screen with Brooks and Sykes in this new laugh-out-loud series.

(2) KUTV 9 p.m. True Lies

While Sykes’ film career began in the late ‘90s, her broader journey began March 7, 1964, when she was born to Marion and Harry Sykes in Portsmouth, Virginia. Her mother, Marion, was a banker, while her father worked as an Army colonel at the Pentagon.

Inspired by James Cameron’s 1994 film, the new action series “True Lies” makes its long-awaited debut Wednesday, March 1, on CBS. Bored with her daily routine, Helen Tasker (Ginger Gonzaga) makes the shocking discovery that her seemingly ordinary husband Harry (Steve Howey) is secretly an international spy.

Bookings are listed as reported to the Journal from the DC Sheriff’s Office. All individuals are presumed innocent until proven guilty and convicted.

Key: 1F, 2F, 3F degrees of felonies; MA, MB, MC degrees of misdemeanors

Feb. 15

Leonard J. Garcia, Sexual exploitation of minor 2F

Drace C. Hadley, Possession of controlled substance schedule I/II/analog 3F

Brandon L. Hatfield, Failure to resp officer stop 3F

Jonathan T. Judd, Theft 3F

Edwin Lehi, DUI alcohol/drugs 3F

Peni N. Makaafi, Aggravated robbery 1F

Adam J. Manning, Failure to register as a sex offender 3F

Feb. 16

Benjamin Bingham, Fail to stop or respond at command of police

Jeffery W. Carley, DUI alcohol/drugs 3F

Christopher D. Curd, Violation protective order 3F, Domestic violence in the presence of a child MB

David M. Harty, Retail theft (shoplifting) 3F

Daniel M. Leifson, Purch/trans/possess/use of a firearm by restricted person 3F, Theft - value equals or exceeds $5000 2F

Kelsey J. Whited, Retail theft (shoplifting) 3F

Justin C. Wilkes, DUI alcohol/drugs 3F, DUI .08 GTR/OR impaired, alcohol 3F

Feb. 17

Jessica M. Christensen, Unlaw acq, poss and

tranfs card 3F

Eric A. Escobar, Unlawful detention of a minor MB

Frank C. Hill, False evidence of title and registration 3F

Ok Kachuo, Identity fraud 3F

Trever J. Kelley, Burglary 3F

Liane M. Pederson, Burglary 3F

Feb. 18

Jmar A. Avery, Domestic violence in the presence of a child MB

Romeo J. Lopez, Fail to stop or respond at command of police 3F, Theft 3F

Jason J. Martinez, Escape from official custody 3F

Nicholas H. Misener, Aggravated assault 3F

Frank J. Pedregon Jr, Possession of a dngr weap by restricted 2F

Brandon J. Silon, Domestic violence in the presence of a child MB

Emmarie S. Snider, Child abuse injury/reckless MB

Feb. 19

Ryan B. Brundy, Aggravated assault 3F

Kylie M. Cecil, Unlaw acquisition/possess/ transfer financial card 3F

Colby R. Ostler, Possession of controlled substance schedule I/II/Analog 3F

Richard J. Rorick, Poss of cont sub w/int to dist 2F, Possession of a dngr weap by restricted 2F, Poss of cont sub w/int to dist 3F

Tom A. Stowell, Driving under the influencesecond offense in 10 years 3F

Austin J. Strong, Aggravated assault 3F

Tyrese T. Tyler, Domestic violence in the presence of a child MB (three counts)

Feb. 20

Darren R. Allred, Theft 2F (two counts), Burglary 2F

Cedric Andrews, Sell/offer/furnish ALC product to a minor -negligently MB

Chrissa V. Barnes, Purch/trans/possess/use of a firearm by restricted person 3F

Isaiah J. Marrow, Criminal mischief 3F, Burglary 2F (two counts), Assault of a pregnant person MA, Domestic violence in the presence of a child MB, Aggravated assault 3F

Jorden T. Schreck, Burglary 2F (two counts)

Devin C. Smith, Arrest on warrant 3F

Jace A. Warwood, Forcible sodomy 1F, Object rape 1F, Aggravated assault 3F, Aggravated sexual assault 1F, Rape 1F, Forcible sexual abuse 2F

Feb. 21

James M. Adamson, Retail theft (shoplifting) 3F

John W. Archuleta, Discharge of firearms 3F

Muriel Bahati, Domestic violence in the presence of a child MB

Spencer R. Birks, Contributing to the delinquency of minor MB

James H. Collvins, Unlawful detention of a minor MB

David A. Crespin, Violation of pretrial protective order - misd arrest/charge 3F

Kyle R. Herrera, Assault MB (two counts), Domestic violence in the presence of a child MB

Alexander G. Jones, Fail to stop or respond at command of police 3F

Lindsay D. Kendrick, Burglary 3F

Jessica M. Klunker, Domestic violence in the presence of a child MB

Katherine J. Layton, Burglary 2F (two counts), Possession of another’s identifying document(s)

3F, Mail theft 3F, Unlaw acq, poss and tranfs card

3F, Retail theft (shoplifting) 3F

Epifanio G. Lopez, Aggravated sexual abuse of a child 1F, Forcible sexual abuse 2F

Dale W. Osborne, Poss of cont sub w/int to dist

2F, Poss of cont sub w/int to dist 1F

Devin C. Smith, Unlaw acquisition/possess/ transfer financial card 3F, Burglary 3F

Thomas M. Washington, Identity fraud 3F

July 8, 1928 – Feb. 19, 2023

Jack W. Ficker (aka Papa Jack) our beloved father, grandfather, great-grandfather, brother, uncle and friend, left us on Feb. 19, 2023. Jack was born in Decatur, Illinois, on July 8, 1928. He was the fourth of five children born to Alfred and Christine Ficker.

Dad served in the United States Navy for two tours during the Korean conflict. After the Navy, he moved to Boulder, Colorado, and attended the School of Pharmacology. While going to school, he met the love of his life, Virginia Sullivan. They were married on Sept. 13, 1953. Dad became an award winning pharmacist and finished his career at the age of 72.

Dad was a member of the Bonneville Lodge of the "Free and Accepted Masons" as well as a member of El-Kalah Shrine, where he donated his time and expertise to the Shriners Hospital for burn and disabled children.

After moving multiple times from Colorado, New Mexico, Nevada, Arizona and Utah, he planted his roots in Bountiful, Utah, where he raised his family. Dad had a deep love and appreciation for the friendships he made with all his neighbors. Everyone looked after each other over the years and helped each other out, whether it was clearing snow or planting gardens.

Dad had a love for sports, he played baseball in high school and was a long-time fan of the Chicago Cubs. Dad always loved the great outdoors, whether he was golfing, fishing, camping or hunting. He taught his boys to respect nature.

He had a quick wit and understated humor with his quirky comments. Whether he was asking, “Why do ballerinas dance on their tippy toes, can’t they just find taller girls?”, or being asked “are you be OK and his response would be I are be OK.”

Dad was very protective of his family, especially his wife and daughters. He was proud of each of them, bragging them up with anyone who would listen. He loved going on

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adventures with his daughter Linda, whether it was going to McCall, Idaho, or traveling to the Midwest to visit his family. Dad always enjoyed his family gatherings. Dad adored his brother, sisters and many nieces and nephews.

Jack is survived by his four children, Sharon Cameron, Ed Ficker, Jim (Melanie) Ficker, Linda Bogdanow (Ken Davies, son number three), seven grandchildren, 14 great-grandchildren, sister Cynthia and his faithful companion Helga (his dog). Preceded in death by his wife, parents, brother and two sisters.

Dad you will be greatly missed, leaving a gaping hole in our hearts. We are sure your reunion with mom and family was a glorious sight to be seen, so until we meet again your memory and legacy will be with us always.

Your Loving Children.

Funeral Services will be held at 2 p.m., Friday, Feb. 24, 2023 at the Russon Mortuary, 295 N. Main, Bountiful, Utah, where family and friends can gather at 1 p.m. to 1:45 p.m. prior to the funeral service.

This obituary was originally posted on the Russon Mortuary website, russonmortuary. com.

John R. Madsen (A4371)

Email: jmadsen@rqn.com

RAY QUINNEY & NEBEKER P.C.

Attorneys for Petitioners

36 South State Street, Suite 1400

P.O. Box 45385 Salt Lake City, Utah 841450385

Telephone: (801) 5321500

IN THE SECOND JUDICIAL DISTRICT COURT OF DAVIS COUNTY STATE OF UTAH ANNOUNCEMENT OF APPOINTMENT AND NOTICE TO CREDITORS

ANNOUNCEMENT OF APPOINTMENT AND NOTICE TO CREDITORS

Estate of Marvin Farley Luddington, Deceased - Probate No. 233700024

Richard D. Luddington, whose address is 1025 East Millbrook Way, Bountiful, UT 84010, Sharon

L. Kofford, whose address is 2560 East 2050 North, Layton, UT 84040 and Stephen S. Luddington, whose address is 306 North Homestead Lane, Fruit Heights, UT 84037 have been appointed Co-Personal Representatives of the above-entitled Estate. Creditors of the Estate are hereby notified to: (1) deliver or mail their written claims to the Personal Representatives at one of the addresses above; (2) deliver or mail their written claims to the Co-Personal Representatives’ attorney of record, John R. Madsen, Esq., of Ray Quinney & Nebeker, P.C. at the following address: 36 South State Street, Suite 1400, Salt Lake City, Utah 84111; 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 (3) months after the date of the first publication of this notice or be forever barred.

Date of first publication: _______________________.

By: /s/ John R. Madsen

RAY QUINNEY & NEBEKER, P.C.

Attorneys for Personal Representatives

36 South State Street, Suite 1400

P.O. Box 45385 Salt Lake City, Utah 841450385

Telephone: (801) 5321500

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J-01-219

NOTICE of Verified Application of Informal Probate for Intestacy and for Informal Appointment of Personal Representative For the Estate of CURTIS WHITMORE, JR.

Notice is hereby given that on January 27, 2023, DAVID D. WHITMORE filed a Verified Application of Informal Probate for Intestacy and for Informal Appointment of Personal Representative with the Second District Court in Davis County, State of Utah, for the appointment of DAVID D. WHITMORE as personal representative for the estate of CURTIS WHITMORE, JR., to act without bond.

A copy of the application is on file with the clerk of the court and may be reviewed upon request. After the lapse of ten days from the date of the last publication of this notice, if the application is found to be complete and in compliance with the Utah Uniform Probate Code, it will be granted.

Date of last publication: Feb. 24, 2023

2/10/23, 2/17/23, 2/24/23

PUBLIC NOTICE

J-01-220

AT&T Mobility, LLC is proposing to construct a 95-foot overall height monopine telecommunications structure near 97 West Burton Lane, Kaysville, Davis County, Utah (41° 0’ 44.1” N, 111° 56’ 24.9” W). AT&T Mobility, LLC invites comments from any interested party on the impact the proposed undertaking may have on any districts, sites, buildings, structures, or objects significant in American history, archaeology, engineering, or culture that are listed or determined eligible for listing in the National Register of Historic Places. Comments may be sent to Environmental Corporation of America, ATTN: Annamarie Howell, 1375 Union Hill Industrial Court, Suite A, Alpharetta, GA 30004 or via email to publicnotice@eca-usa.com. Ms. Howell can be reached at (770) 667-2040 x 405 during normal business hours. Comments must be received within 30 days of the date of this notice.

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J-01-221

2/24/23

PUBLIC NOTICE

ESTATE OF HARRY DUBACH, Deceased

GREGORY THOMAS LAYTON, whose address is c/o King & King Law Offices, 330 N Main Street, Kaysville UT 84037, has been appointed Successor Trustee of the above-entitled Estate. Creditors of the Estate are hereby notified to: (1) deliver or mail their written claims to the Successor Trustee at the address above; (2) deliver or mail their written claims to the Successor Trustee’s attorney, Felshaw King, Esq., at the following address: 330 North Main Street, Kaysville UT 84037, 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.

This Notice is given in accordance with Section 75-7-508 of Utah Code Annotated, 1953.

KING & KING

/s Felshaw King__________

FELSHAW KING, Esq.

Attorney for the Successor Trustee

330 N Main Street Kaysville UT 84037

Telephone: 801-543-2288

2/24/23, 3/3/23, 3/10/23

J-01-222

The Black Hills are filled with wildlife. Prairie dogs romp and play in the fields and meadows. Can you find the prairie dog that looks different than all the others?

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Who is carved into Mount Rushmore?

Four presidents were chosen to be carved into Mt. Rushmore. Unscramble the name of each president. The clues will help you.

OREGEG TAWGONHISN

The first president of the United States.

Grow a Picture

You can make a small picture larger in much the same way Borglum and Ziolkowski expanded small sculptures into mountain-sized ones.

Look at the small drawing of Crazy Horse. It is drawn in a grid of small boxes.

To the right is a grid with larger boxes. Copy the drawing of Crazy Horse, one box at a time, and you will make a drawing that is larger than the original. One box is done for you.

In 1924, the American sculptor Gutzon Borglum was invited to the Black Hills in South Dakota to turn a mountain into an enormous sculpture. When he looked at one of the mountains, he saw that he could carve the faces of four of our presidents there.

Our 16th President ended the Civil War and slavery.

The people of South Dakota hoped the monuments would attract tourists to their state. And attract tourists they do. Nearly 3 million people visit Mt. Rushmore and the Crazy Horse Memorial every year.

Crazy MemorialHorse

The 26th U.S. President helped to grow the country at home and abroad. A mountain in the Black Hills is being carved into the shape of a man. It is a giant carving of Crazy Horse, a fearless and famous Lakota war leader.

Carve Out the ABCs

Choose one page of the newspaper. Find five or more words and write them on another sheet of paper in ABC order.

Standards Link: Identify cause and effect using visual cues.

When finished, the Crazy Horse Memorial will be the biggest sculpture in the world.

Chief Standing Bear and other Native American chiefs invited sculptor Korczak Ziolkowski to carve the Crazy Horse Memorial out of a mountain. Work began over 70 years ago, and it will take many more years to complete it.

Memory Buddies

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If I Were President

Imagine